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An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication ISSN 0313-8453

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MAY 2020

Volume 46 Number 4

ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE 2020 (HOME STYLE)

2 Leigh News WHAT’s NOT ON Probus Lunch Inverleigh seniors IPA @ Inverleigh Hall Inverleigh Historical Society Inverleigh Sing Sesh Knit, Knatter & That Teesdale

St Johns Banno - Lunch G.P. Arts Trail Creators and Craft Market Food Swaps CWA Meetings-Native Hut and Inverleigh Branches Inverleigh Bowls

INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION meet in the

Inverleigh PublicTHall INGS

E E B PU(ExceptNJanuary) CELL NOTICE CA ER RTH U F L TI ALWAYS WELCOME VISITORS UNARE E month @7 :30pm on the 3rd Wednesday each D LICofM

President: Hilary Hamilton Secretary: Luanne Thornton Treasurer: Tony Waayers Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis

All Church Meetings Red Cross Meetings Tai Chi-Teesdale Golf (Inverleigh & others) ANZAC Day Services

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

Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include: The Federation Bridge which was built to commemorate the centenary of Federation in 2001.

Walking Tracks were established with lots of support from the community, including fencing and tree planting.

Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have the old toilets removed and a new block built, which did not detract from the entrance to our town. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire.

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

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

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

We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to GS Nmaterial.

I T E copy We are most grateful to the many people who have kept meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall C ME ED I L B L L Historical PU @ 8pm Ethe 0n the 4th Monday of each Month ICE Society in mind as they sorted through their own collecANC ER NOT C (Except December & January) RTH tions.

FU L I VISITORS ARE ALWAYSUWELCOME T

We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable N President: Katrina Robson meetings, which you are welcome to attend.

Peter’s Editorial

I trust everyone is coping with isolation OK. The edition this month is the smallest for quite some time (40 pages), but I have done my best to include something for everyone.

A special thanks to June and Barbara for sharing their story "June in August". Two months ago when I included part one of this serial story, I could not fit anything else into the 52 pages.

I have asked our crossword guru, Val, to prepare something that the children could try and do this month, and so together, Val and I have done our best to keep it simple. I hope some of the children currently remote schooling can have a go and do their best, if time permits.

Thanks to all those who sent photos of ANZAC day dawn driveway services of rememberance in their streets. And a big thanks also to those who have helped this time of isolation for the small children by putting bears in their windows. Also, its worth a walk past Sonny Cafe to see all the Rainbow Drawings by local children.

There is also an article by Mel Quinlivian on page 4 which brings home the reality of living is a small country town. How fortunate are we all to live here in this part of Victoria at this time. We will get through these current challenges and I trust we will all be more understanding and tolerant of each other and fully appreciate what we do have.

Until next month, enjoy whatever it is you are doing and keep safe and well.

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ANZAC day photos from Inverleigh and District.

4 Leigh News POLICE REPORT FOR MAY 2020 Hello all,

Since doing the last article on youths I have since had some reports of some blue coloured tag type graffiti appearing on the railway bridge near the back of the kindergarten, I have also seen the same coloured tags on some of the large rocks on the River track between the river junction and Winchelsea Road. I have seen the way this ends before, numerous times in fact. Youths roaming around without supervision getting up to no good.

The behaviour tends to escalate and ends up with Police interviews and court appearances. Do not let this happen to your children, please be aware what they are up to and who they are hanging around with and if you are having concerns with their behaviour restrict their freedom, privileges, pocket money etc.

At the time of writing we are still under COVID 19 restrictions but there is hope that the restrictions will start to be wound back due to the good results that have been achieved with people complying with the regulations. Please keep your eye on government announcements regarding the current restrictions and when they state that measures will be officially relaxed. The penalty notice is around $1600 for breaches of the regulations and I would hate to have to issue it to any locals. So far everyone appears to be doing the right thing and I have only had a couple of calls to residents having visitors over etc.

Regarding recent complaints of motorcycles being ridden on private property in the township precincts. Be aware the Golden Plains

council do have some by laws about the length of time motorcycles can be ridden on private property please check with them before doing so.

Thanks to locals for their display of support for the Police force after the recent road tragedy in Kew where four members were killed after being struck by the truck on the Eastern Freeway. It can be dangerous standing on the road talking to motorists which is why the government enacted the law in relation to vehicles being required to do a maximum of 40 km/h when passing a stationary emergency vehicle which has it’s light activated.

Most of the time most motorists give me a pretty wide berth and I really appreciate that.

Keep safe Chris

A PERSPECTIVE OF OUR TOWN IN THESE CHALLENGING TIMES

I came to live at Wingeel on the 1st August 1950, 10 settlers and family. My sister and I went to the Inverleigh School. We grew up here. I played football all my life for Inverleigh.

The town had a Butcher, a Baker, a Milk Bar, Hotel, Post Office and 2 General Stores that the town bought from. We were a small country town, many of the girls worked in these shops. We never left our town and as we all grew up, we all played sport, then we would all go to the Inverleigh Hotel. We had our own country music band, and anyone who thought they could sing, got up! The whole town was there!

I remember Geelong, it had Moorabool and Ryrie Streets. It was the shopping centre. They had

Butchers, Fruit Shops, Chemist, Milk Bars, Petrol Stations, until the powers to be thought what we needed was Supermarkets, Market Square and Westfield. Did it help Geelong?

Soon our town, like the bear, will wake up from this virus and we will be able to go out again.

It has been hard for all of us, some more than others, but, we have our homes, wife and kids and our town.

This town has been all my life and its people will all stick together. We still have our General Store and Post Office, the Bakery, Sonny CafĂŠ, Petrol Station and the Rural Supplies Store and of course, the Inverleigh Hotel.

All these people need us and we need them. Between them all they employ about 20+ locals.

So, when we go to the General Store, look at all the things we can buy there. Go to the Bakery and Sara has the best Pasties, Sonny have their Coffee and Cakes, fill up with fuel at the Servo and get your farm goods at the Rural Supplies.

And last is our Pub, they have had their lockdown along with all the others.

I hope that when this town fully reopens, we can all meet on a Friday night and we can have a meal and a drink. I know we all think your own wife is the best cook in town, but have a meal at the Pub.

Without our local shops, without our sporting clubs, our town will die!

Mel Quinlivian

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COUNCIL SUPPORT FOR RATEPAYERS, RESIDENTS & BUSINESSES Golden Plains Shire Council has confirmed a package of financial relief options for local residents and businesses to support the Golden Plains community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

With State and Federal Governments taking the lead on major financial measures including the new Jobkeeper and increased Jobseeker programs to keep regular income coming in to households, Council has reviewed a variety of measures to alleviate the pressure of upcoming payments while still maintaining its delivery of important community services and its responsibilities as a significant local employer. This includes: Ratepayers and residents experiencing financial hardship  Introduction of a Special COVID-19 Financial Hardship Policy for Golden Plains Shire Council ratepayers  Suspension of all current debt recovery action for unpaid 2019/20 rates through to 30 September 2020  Waive interest on overdue 2019/20 rates through to 30 September 2020  Waive penalties for late payment on pet registration fees through to 30 September 2020  New payment plans available for animal registration renewals Business support  Introduction of a Special COVID-19 Financial Hardship Policy for local businesses  Commitment to pay invoices from all local businesses within 14 days to support cash flow  Extension of time applications for business-related septic tank and planning permits expiring before 30 September 2020 can be lodged at no cost  Refund of all permit fees for events and activities that have been cancelled or closed as directed by Government  New allowance for commercial businesses to reduce their waste collection arrangements if necessary  Free mentoring support for small businesses experiencing hardship  Free promotion of local businesses on Council’s website and social media with Be Kind to Business campaign: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/business/be-kind-business  Dedicated COVID-19 business support page on Council's website with links to Federal and State Government programs: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/business/covid-19-business-support  Access to dedicated business support officer within Council for local businesses to receive individual assistance Capital works  Council will continue budgeted capital works as scheduled to maximise local business and employment opportunities Council is working to implement its financial relief options as soon as possible. If residents have any enquiries or require any further information, call Council’s Customer Service team at 5220 7111. The COVID-19 Financial Hardship Policy is also available to view on Council’s website: goldenplains.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.

COVID-19: COUNCIL UPDATE Golden Plains Shire Council has implemented a number of changes to its operations to reduce the risks to residents, staff and volunteers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Council’s Bannockburn, Linton and Smythesdale Customer Service Centres are closed for face-to-face interactions.

Customers are still able to contact the Customer Service team by phone at 5220 7111, email at enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au, or online at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/forms/portal.

To keep yourself and the community safe, Council encourages all residents to follow the Victorian Government’s advice to stay home, and only leave the house for: food and essential supplies; medical, care or compassionate needs; exercise in compliance with gathering restrictions; and work or study. For up-to-date government advice and restrictions, visit dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus.

This information is current as of 20 April 2020. For up-to-date information on Council changes, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/coronavirus, or follow Council on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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I am calling on local residents to sign up to the COVIDSafe app which will support our nation’s health response to the coronavirus pandemic and save lives.

I will be downloading and signing up to the app at 6.00pm tonight when registrations open.

The more people who sign up to the app, the sooner we will be able to get through this pandemic.

While this is voluntary, I believe we all have an important responsibility to get on board.

The app will help public health officials minimise the spread of the coronavirus by providing automated contact tracing information.

Rather than undertake a laborious manual process of contact tracing, COVIDSafe will speed up the process of identifying people who have been in close contact with someone diagnosed with coronavirus.

This will not only help to minimise the spread of this highly infectious virus, it will also protect our doctors, nurses and other frontline health workers.

Across regional Victoria, communities have done an extraordinary job at flattening the curve by complying with social distancing and other restrictions to contain the spread of the virus.

In order to ease restrictions, increased testing, tracing and response are key.

Signing up to COVIDSafe is another way we can protect our community and save lives.

It would be wonderful if regional Victorians could lead the way in signing up to COVIDSafe. Let’s show the rest of Australia we are up for the challenge.

Background

A new determination issued by the Minister for Health under the Biosecurity Act will ensure information provided voluntarily through the app will only be accessible for use by authorised state and territory health officials. Any other access or use will be a criminal offence.

Once installed and running, the COVIDSafe app uses Bluetooth to look for other phones which also have the app installed. It then securely makes a ‘digital handshake’, which notes the date and time, distance and duration of the contact. All information collected by the app is securely encrypted on an Australian server and stored in the app on the user’s phone. No one, not even the user, can access it.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE INVERLEIGH POST OFFICE

The Inverleigh Post Office is about to be inundated with parcels stemming from online purchases.

It would be greatly appreciated that once you receive notification of "Parcel awaiting collection at Inverleigh Post Office" via text or email you promptly collect the item.

The volume of parcels coming into the Post Office is surpassing that of Xmas.

Stay well and stay safe.

David, Tracey and staff April 14, 2020 Letter to the Editor

WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER I’m writing today to thank Western Victorians for the help you’ve already given in meeting the challenge of the coronavirus.

Who would have thought, at the start of this year, that our lives would change so much in such a very short time?

But they have changed. For some, there’s been a devastating effect on how you earn a living, and for all of us, the way we spend our days is now completely different.

I know that many people are very unsure and facing a very tough time. I want you to know that your Government is working hard, along with the Commonwealth, to lessen your distress and to help you find a pathway forward.

I’m so grateful for the ongoing work of all the essential workers doing incredible work to keep us healthy. Healthcare workers, cleaners, supermarket employees and hotel workers looking after people in isolation, thank you for everything you do.

A big shout out as well to the teachers and professional staff in schools, TAFEs, Learn Locals and universities who are helping students make the switch to a new way of learning, and at the same time educating kids who can’t work from home and must go to school.

We all know that the economy is taking a massive hit, but I’m assuring you that we’re planning for recovery. We have a Crisis Council of Cabinet - the core decision making body at the heart of our management of the crisis, but in each Government Ministry, we are also looking to the future.

In my Ministry, Training and Skills, it’s critical that we continue to train a pipeline of skilled workers.

We’re responding to the essential skills that we need right now, and with my colleagues in the other States, we’re working together to make sure that we have a strong training system still in place when recovery starts. Victoria’s TAFEs are well-positioned to respond during and after Coronavirus, and the Andrews Labor Government will always back them.

I’m incredibly impressed by the patience and good will that our communities are showing. So please, if you can, stay home, protect our health system and help save lives.

Yours sincerely Gayle Tierney MP Member for Western Victoria

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MAY 2020 CALENDAR

WARRINGTONS HOTEL AND COACH

This is another of those stories that starts with one premise, and ends with another story altogether.

Firstly, we apologise for the poor quality of this image. It was taken from a glass slide held by the Ballarat Historical Society in a series of images titled “Cobb & Co”. It was amongst thirteen coach related images. Knowing that Warrington’s Inverleigh Hotel was one of our two hotels, it was assumed this also showed one of the mail conveyances that plied from Geelong to Belfast (Port Fairy). In previous written histories on both Lawson’s and Inverleigh Hotels, the claim of being a “Cobb & Co” stop is made, and it is difficult to prove the claims of either establishment. Maybe it moved between the two depending on the persuasive powers of the publican. All the Geelong Advertiser listings for the coaches found on Trove just state Inverleigh as the first stop on the journey west, which commenced at Geelong at 5am and reached Belfast early the next day. The original stops were Inverleigh, Cressy (Frenchmans), Darlington (Elephant Bridge), Mortlake (Mt Shadwell), Framlingham (Hopkins), Woodford and then Belfast (Port Fairy).

However, then comes the identification of an identical image on the State Library of Victo-

Coach at Warrington's Hotel

ria collection showing a larger vision, including the “Eastern Stores” a produce shop next to the hotel. The clearer image of the “coach” is shown to be a two horse brougham style conveyance with a well-dressed gentleman wearing a top hat.

A far cry from a mail coach with five or six passengers and a team of horses. The SLV image is attributed c1920, but Warringtons had sold the hotel in 1901 after twenty-two years, so a closer date estimate would be 1895.

John & Anna Warrington migrated to Geelong in 1853 from Huntingdon, England, living in Murgheboluc before taking up a farm at Ondit which they sold in 1878. Purchasing the Inverleigh Hotel in 1879 with the licence in Hannah’s name, and several references are made

Photo: Ballarat Historical Society

in the Geelong Advertiser regarding serving alcohol after hours. The Warrington connection continues in Inverleigh today with two of their daughters marrying into the Peel and McDonald families.

So sadly the photo of an iconic “Cobb & Co” coach was no such thing, the attributed date is incorrect and that the forerunner to the Hamilton Highway mentioned in the following transcript is still miserable.

This is a transcription from the Geelong Advertiser, 1865, Friday 14 July page 3 INVERLEIGH (from our own Correspondent) July 13 MAIL ACCIDENT - On Friday the upcountry mail was unusually late, and gave rise to

Leigh News 9 an opinion, which the arrival of the coach afterwards confirmed, that a break down or some other accident had occurred. It appears that when about a mile from Geelong, the conveyance, which was by no means the best adapted for our roads, especially at this season of the year, gave way. Another, licensed to carry five, was placed at the coachman’s command and once more this vehicle went rattling along.

On reaching Inverleigh, where congratulations and thankfulness were expressed that no persons were injured, a hearty breakfast was made and seats taken for Cressy; but a few hundred yards from the hotel another breakdown occurred. Mr. INVERLEIGH SING SESH

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from the Booking Office in Malop Street in January 1859.

It was sometimes suspended in winter because of the state of the road. The Hyland Street hill to and from Fyans Ford was considered dangerous for the horse drawn vehicles. With the advent of railways the long trips via Murgheboluc, Inverleigh, Hesse, Cressy, Lismore, Derrinallum, Darlington, Mortlake, Ellerslie, Ballangeich, Purnim and Woodford ceased to be advertised, and by 1880 the long coach service to the west had ceased with Inverleigh receiving mail and pas The Cobb & Co’s, West- sengers from Leigh Road Railern Telegraph Line of Roy- way station (Bannockburn). al Mail Coaches commenced E. McDonald Colquhoun’s spring cart and Mr Hewett’s wagonette were kindly lent to carry mails, goods and passengers, and a third start effected. The best wishes of the community went after the happy though unfortunate party, without the least expectation of seeing the aforesaid spring cart and wagonette return., The proprietors would do well to see that the vehicles used to run over boulders and through quagmires should be such as not to jeopardise the lives of passengers, and render miserable what might otherwise be a pleasant journey.

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Monday 6 April 2020

FIRE DANGER PERIOD COMES TO AN END The Fire Danger Period officially ended in Golden Plains Shire today, Monday 6 April 2020, however, Council encourages residents to remain vigilant about fire.

If residents are planning to burn off their garden waste pile, they need to make sure they have: 

Checked the fire danger rating. Do not burn off unless the rating is Low-Moderate

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Registered their burn off on 1800 668 511

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Notified their neighbours

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The means to immediately extinguish the fire

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Cleared all around the burn pile

A responsible adult must be in attendance of their burn offs at all times, and must ensure the fire is fully extinguished before leaving it unattended.

To check the Fire Danger Rating, visit cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restrictions/central-fire-district.

Residents are reminded that they cannot burn off offensive materials, including chemicals, rubber, plastic, petrol, oil, paint, treated timber, furniture or mattresses. To report a pile of these items ready to be burnt, please contact Council at 5220 7111 and speak with a Community Protection Officer.

To find out more about fire prevention in Golden Plains Shire, visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/residents/mycommunity/fire-prevention.

– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au

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

CFA Roster not applicable during lockdown period.

CFA will still respond to all emergency calls.

On behalf of all local residents, our thanks to all CFA Volunteers.

We all appreciate you and all you do for the local community.

Inverleigh is a 100% volunteer brigade, drawn from the community for the community.

Community members: When you are going to burn please log your burn by ringing

Burn Notification on 1800 668 511

CFA MESSAGE FOR THIS MONTH

On 2 April 2020, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) celebrated its 75th birthday.

In 1945, a Royal Commission into the 1939 Black Friday fires recommended a single firefighting authority for country Victoria, bringing together the Bush Fire Brigades and Country Fire Brigades. Since then, the CFA has grown to be one of the largest volunteer-based emergency services organisations in the world with more than 52,000 volunteers and 2800 career firefighters, community educators and support personnel. CFA operates from 1219 brigades in 21 districts and five regions across Victoria.

There are many brigades across Victoria that were operating for decades before CFA was formally established and the first volunteer fire brigades in Victoria were established in Geelong, Sandhurst and Creswick.

Unfortunately, due to social distancing guidelines in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we were not be able to invite the Inverleigh community to celebrate with us. However, recognising the 75th birthday provides an oppor-

tunity to reflect on all that CFA is, has been, and continues to be not only in Victoria but in Inverleigh particularly.

So, it really can still be a celebration for not only CFA members but also the community in which they all serve.

Inverleigh CFA is proud to continue to serve this community and appreciative of the support the people of Inverleigh provide for this longstanding and valuable organisation. As is the case in many surrounding, smaller, communities, Inverleigh CFA has become an icon in

the town. There’s a rich heritage of the resilience, self-sacrifice and commitment shown by its members over the years.

Over 75 official years of serving the community the CFA Mission Statement remains true to its values, that Mission Statement being “To protect lives and property.�

Join with us in acknowledging this birthday, and to look to the years ahead as we continue to be: Inverleigh CFA ~ 100% volunteer.

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Leisurely breakfasts and relaxed conversation made the days pass quickly and brought an intermission trip of three days for them upon us all too soon. They wanted to see Niagara Falls since it was “so close” - distance must be relative since most people in this area consider a 10 hour trip further than ‘close’.

Before they came, I thought Niagara might be a welcome break for us all. Instead, I was sad to see them go.. Twenty-five hundred miles later, they had seen not only Niagara, but much of Canada and Vermont as well. They had negotiated driving on the right side of the road and found their way HOME to US through two provinces and three states.

left for Maine. Even the dog pushed open the door to their room, searching for them. I felt so empty. Leigh was petrified of flying, yet he had come for June and me to get together.

All my energy had been directed in making this visit the most wonderful time of their lives, and yet we grew to realise that in the process it had become the best time of ours.

I was only just beginning to discover they had given us the most precious gift of all, themselves.

A heaviness crept over me as I realised we were all beginning a silent countdown until they left for Australia. Nevertheless, we giggled at our awkward interviews done for Leigh’s video camera for our Australian family. We smiled together as my quiet, usually unenthusiastic Dad explained his amateur radio station to the camera, going on even when prompted by our attempts to move on to the next person. They A friend asked about my summer; and met out friends, more family, and I felt at ease in when I told her about our visit, her eyes a way I’ve never felt before. filled, and she wanted to hear more. “Thank you for sharing that with me,” she said.

It was only fitting that the amazing 2 1/2 weeks of sun gave way to pouring rain on the day they left. We all felt the wrench as the time got closer to board. We hugged and cried, surprised by the depth of our feelings that rose so quickly to the surface.

Once home again I felt a tremendous sense of loss. Every room reminded me of them-the gate Leigh had installed for the dog; the sign with its touching message of friendship June brought back from Canada for me; a glimpse of the flowers he had helped me plant before we

How can I thank June for sharing her self with me?

by Barbara Hass

I trust you have all enjoyed following this story over the past months. My thanks to June Belleville (Inverleigh) and Barbara Hass (America) for making this available for us all to enjoy.

Readers, if you have an article that you would like to share with the community, please send it to me. regards, PeterT.

18 Leigh News Term 2 – Remote Learning

Welcome to a very different looking term two.

Remote Learning has begun due to social isolation restrictions. I have to start by paying credit to our teachers for the outstanding work they’ve put in to prepare what is an excellent approach to remote learning. Throughout this they want to be active and at the centre of your child’s learning for as long as remote learning lasts.

The early feedback we’ve received regarding remote learning has been overwhelmingly positive; it's engaging, clearly set out and easy to follow.

Teachers have been able to help with any tech teething issues but by now it appears everyone is having success in accessing the interactive videos and completing tasks set by teachers.

The main message I wanted to pass on; there’s no such thing as a perfect school day. There has never been at school, and there never will be at home.

Some days the technology might not work for you.

Some days an app might not work for you. Some days your child might not work for you!

There are some key pieces of advice I want to reiterate to ensure we look after the well-being of parents and students during remote learning, which are;

TEESDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL come back to it later.

Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program

Our Kitchen and Garden Specialists continue to encourage our students to engage with food and the garden from home, providing a range of learning activities to try at home. From making pizza dough and adding your favourite toppings to making a pine cone bird feeder, we have asked students to send in their photos and share what they have created at home.

‘The Great Scone Bake Off ’

As students embark on their Remote Learning Journey, don’t miss ‘The Great Scone Bake Off ’ on Wednesday 6th May between Mr Irwin and Mrs O’Mealley! The gloves are on as our competitors go head to head in a scone bake off. Check out our school Facebook page for all the action!

If you would like to know more about our school, please phone us during school hours on 5281 5218 or head to our website at: www.teesdaleps. vic.edu.auor Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ TeesdalePrimarySchool

•No school day is ever perfect and no remote learning day will be either! Do your best, adapt and even move on if you have to. This happens in school each and every day.

•Teacher support is available every day for your child via Google Meet from 9am until midday. We want students to access this and ask Made to order to suit for support so they don’t have to rely your garden conditions. on parents or siblings where possible.

•The simple habits of re-watching a video or rereading instructions should not be overlooked before diving into help!

•Technology does not work at school 100% of the time all the time. It won't at home either. In these instances make do the best you can, move on, or even take a break and

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

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20 Leigh News MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS

ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH Sadly, the shop has closed due to the current health warnings.

are held in INVERLEIGH on the 2nd Saturday of the month 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and GS ERINon the in BANNOCKBURN H T A EDmonth LIC G Eof E LLthe UBSaturday P4th C N OTIC A N C R 9:30 to 10:00 HE at URT F L I Bannockburn Station Cafe NT U

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH Est. 14th July 2014

This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Primary School, Mudbrick Building, S cnr Main Road and E Sutherland TING Street.

E LIC M LLED E PUBAll ages CE OTIC N CAN welcome.

R HE group.

It is not “oldies” UanRT F L I T interested in attending If you UNare please contact: Shirley 5281 5354

Lions Club of Inverleigh Leigh Valley

We are now collecting newspapers for recycling. Papers can be left at the Town Hall on Mondays or pick up can be arranged by calling David on 0429 958 769 during business hours or 5265 1102 after hours.

All proceeds from the paper collection go to local projects.

As this is a new initiative for our club, community help would be greatly appreciated.

Any further questions can be directed to David on 0429 958 769 or dave@ grantsautodismantlers.com.au

We thank you all for your support but, for the foreseeable future ask you to help our volunteers by not dropping donations outside the shop until we re-open.

Thank you.

TEESDALE MECHANICS INSTITUTE (Formerly Community Hall) Behind the CFA Building Main Road, Teesdale

FOR ALL YOUR HIRING NEEDS Hall, Meeting Room, Kitchen, Tables, Chairs & Crockery.

For bookings, phone Dale on 5281 5486 or 0428 386 724

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

Phone 13 11 14

LIFELINE

Justices of the Peace

Mr Keith Windle 77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298 Mrs E McDonald 47 High Street Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270

Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204 Mr Rod McKenzie 7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704

LEIGH DISTRICT RIDING CLUB INC A00041565N

meets for rally every 2nd Sunday @10.00am Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321 New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact

President: Nicole Rogers Mob: 0419 549 799 Secretary: Leanne Broad Mob: 0433 403 065 P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321

TEESDALE PS O.S.H.C. Phone: 5281 5218 BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

7:30 AM – 8:45 AM Healthy Food plus a Fun Program! *Cooking Club *Art & Craft *Outdoor Activities *Computer Club AFTER SCHOOL CARE

3:15 PM - 6:00 PM

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Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained.

Can you join the roster to mow the lawns once or twice a year?

If so, please contact

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

Just use your MYKI Card.

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

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

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

10 Railway Street, Inverleigh

COME JOIN US @ Barefoot Bowls

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

SPO E PU CELL NOTICE NO EXPERIENCE CAN HNECESSARY ER RT Helen on Please Ucall F L I UNT1023 or 0411 046 528 5265

ICES V R E LIC S PUB NCELLED TICE NO CA HER T R FU NTIL

ICSocial orDNew Players Bowls available BLfor

for more info visit www.inverleighbowls.org email: inverleighbowls@yahoo.com.au

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

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

Anne-Maree Tarbett

0417 512 240

ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC PARISH

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.

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

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ST. JOSEPHS PARISH MEREDITH PARISH PRIEST : Fr. Charles Balnaves

ph: 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556

parishofmeredith@bigpond.com

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

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Inverleigh and District Red Cross

Meeting dates for 2020.

GS ETIN E M D LIC PUB NCELLE OTICE N CA HER T R U IL F UNT

Secretary: Cathy Altmann 0409 024 578 Chairperson: Barb Meek 5281 3245

Anglican Church Inverleigh ES RVIC E S LIC PUB NCELLED TICE O CA ER N H T FUR NTIL

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38 High Street, Inverleigh Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559 John Bolitho 0418 319 695

INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.

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

GS ETIN E M D LIC PUB NCELLE OTICE CA ER N RTH U F IL UNT

inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Melissa Rutherford 0419 256 014

22 Leigh News VICTORIA PARK Park Street INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE TOILETS GRASS & SHADE OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER) CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS Reasonable Rates CONTACT: Denise Cook 0419 103 196

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

5267 1200

Servicing Winchelsea, Bannockburn, Beeac, Moriac, Rokewood, Teesdale & districts *Not all services available in all areas

VACANCIES

Residential Aged Care, Respite & Home Care Packages

7 Days A Week Noah Azzopardi Septic Tank Pumping

Hesse Rural Health Winchelsea

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

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

Tai Chi @

Teesdale Community ES RVIC E S LICHall PUB NCELLED TICE NO Thursday’s CA HER T R U IL F9.30am UNT phone: 0414 944 926

GOLF RESULTS APRIL 2020.

ORT C SP D I L B E PU CELL TICE CAN HER NO URT TIL F

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Inverleigh Playgroup

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BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB

GS ETIN E M D LIC PUB NCELLE OTICE N CA HER T R U IL F For more information please call: UNT President: Shirley Wild 0447 873 763 Secretary: Sandra Bance 5281 5647

Inverleigh Seniors S TING E E A warm D welcome awaits you.

LIC M PUB NCELLE OTICE & Bookings, CA ForHInformation ER N RT U F please contact: IL UNT

The Inverleigh Playgroup is a weekly community play session for children 0 - 4 years. The GS group is run by volunteers RINincorporates Eand H T A freeplay. a range of activities The playC Gand D UBLI NCELLE OTICE P group has a large selection of age appropriA N C HER T R ate toys for the to play with each FU IL children UNT week.

When: Every wednesday of the school terms from Feb 5th 2019 Time: 9:30 am till 11:30am Where: Inverleigh Public Hall, Hamilton Highway.

CITY & COUNTRY RECYCLING HAVE EXPANDED Pres: Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary: Joy Gray 5265 1566IN GOLDEN PLAINS FURTHER INVERLEIGH PLAYGROUP

Now including:

GOLDEN PLAINS SKIP BIN HIRE P/L

ALL TYPES OF RUBBISH & RECYCLABLE METALS COLLECTED! including CARS & FARM CLEAN UPS Free Scrap Bins also available Call Simon on 0410 400 305 operating 7 days a week

2, 3, 4 & 6 Cubic Metre Bins

available & can carry multiple bins.

BASED IN THE GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE @ INVERLEIGH AND “HAVING A RED HOT GO”

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GS D L PUB NCELLE OTICE N CA HER T R 5:30pm-7:30pm U IL F UNT N EETI TUESDAYS IC M

St. John’s Anglican Church Hall 11 Byron Street, Bannockburn Jan: 5281 5138 / 0400 005 270 Patti: 5281 1290 / 0400 131 465

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GET THE RIGHT ADVICE NOW ABOUT SUSTAINABLE ENERGY-EFFICIENT OPTIONS THAT COULD CUT YOUR HOT WATER BILL BY 75%

L Solar Power (with Batteries) Solar & Heat Pump Hot Water On-Grid & Off-Grid Domestic & Commercial energysolutions@breaze.org.au

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

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

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

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

Breakfast and afternoon tea supplied.

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

Government/rebate approved with Qualified staff.

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

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

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

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

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS •Our Pets Can Help!

•Medications •4Cyte •Revolution and Simparica •What Happens To My Pet Inside The Clinic

IN OTHER NEWS

We would like to introduce you to the newest member of the team.

Dr. Peter Richardson.

Peter is originally from Tasmania. He has a Bachelor of Science majoring in Zoology with honours from the Univeristy of Tasmania.

He also has a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Melbourne.

He has lived in W.A., Botswana and the Mornington Peninsula. He now makes Geelong his home and we are very happy about that.

Peter is really enjoying the farm work but also very happy looking after our companion animals.

Our Pets Can Help!

Our pets can, and are helping us through this pandemic.

Their company and intuition when things are different helps us, our pets give us purpose.

With the extra time together, it is a great opportunity to try teaching some new tricks.

Experts say our pets help us deal with loneliness and isolation.

Our dogs help to motivate us to go outside to exercise and take a break from work.

Pets can offer more than just a slobbery greeting or good natured nuzzle.

Medications

Please contact the clinic if your

pet requires veterinary care, food or medications.

Make sure you have adequate supplies of medication for your pet.

Telephone the clinic and our nurses will organise this for you. We will

dispense the medications and have them ready for you to pick up.

We also, have the ability to deliver some medications to your home and we give a big thankyou to the companies who are helping us to provide this service.

4Cyte

Peter and his partner Kat have just adopted a Border Collie x Blue Heeler called Bunji.

Health Care Reminders

We are transitioning into sending your pets health care reminders via txt message or email.

We started doing this due to Covid 19 to minimise cross contamination.

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It is with great excitement during this period of unknown we can offer FREE postage service for the next 4 weeks. This service is being supported by 4Cyte. Call the clinic today to organise payment and delivery of any 4Cyte product.

Revolution and Simparica

We are now able to send your Revolution and Simparica FREE of charge for the next month. Parasites can cause havoc in and outside your pets body so regular treatment is important. This service is being supported by Zoetis

From the feedback we have been receiving What Happens To My Pet Inside The we believe you are finding this preferable

Our team of nurses and vets to snail mail, where reminders can become know it is difficult and emotional to be lost.

We will naturally continue to send reminders by post to our clients who do not have access to email or txt messaging.

Clinic

separated from your pets when he or she is unwell. We want all pets to feel as safe and comfortable as possible.

Once your pet is in the consulting room, our vet will phone you to discuss, history, symptoms any other concerns you may have and treatment options. We will also give lots of hugs and treats!!

Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic 24 Hour Care 7 Days a Week

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

Telephone: 03 52811 221 OUR VETS v Dr. Peter Bond v Dr. Kelly Bond v Dr. Wendy Balmain v v v

Dr. Kylie Flanagan Dr. George Johnstone Dr. Luci Ross

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

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

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

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SEKA POWELL?

SEKA POWELL Residential Sales

With over 18 years in real estate, Seka Powell’s experience, energy, and ethics are vital ingredients in a winning recipe that consistently achieves the best possible results for her clients.

Seka is passionate about looking after people and as such she has built a solid and loyal community of vendors and purchasers who seek her out whenever they need to buy or sell property, or indeed if they just need some genuine and friendly expert advice. Through her work and attitude, Seka has made many friends from all walks of life. Her clients consistently testify to the quality of Seka’s knowledge and her dedication to open, regular communication, both of which help her clients make informed decisions about what are often the largest investments they will ever make.

Her integrity and comprehensive service is a point of difference in the field and her ability to listen, understand and problem solve ultimately delivers outstanding results based on her clients’ wants and needs.

Seka over the years has been involved in many charity events, including raising tens of thousands of dollars for adolescent mental health.

To discuss the sale of your property, call Seka today! t. 03 5224 2204 m. 0409 235 245 e. seka@gartland.com.au www.gartland.com.au

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Ken McDonald Ken McDonald YOUR LOCAL AGENT Before you list your property with an agent, ask yourself: • How well does your agent know the area? • Does your agent live locally?

This agent does! A LOCAL, SELLING LOCALLY Ken has had an active eight years in the Real Estate industry, with many satisfied clients in and around this area. Ken has previously worked in roles within the grain and agricultural industry, for 20 years working locally and further afield.

Ken believes that the path to long term personal satisfaction, within the Real Estate industry, includes honesty and ethics, the ability to negotiate therefore getting the best possible outcome for vendors and purchasers alike. This has resulted in many loyal clients returning to Ken for the sale of their most valuable investment and enthusiastic testimonials from his numerous happy clients as well as referrals to their friends and family.

Contact: Ken McDonald 0418 524 150 | 03 5229 8017

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

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GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE Date: Thursday 9 April 2020

COMMUNITY STRENGTHENING GRANTS OPEN Applications for the first round of Council’s Community Strengthening Grants are now open.

Part of Council’s renewed Community Grants program, Community Strengthening Grants of up to $10,000 are now available in four categories:    

Healthy Active Living – to support recreation, sport, health and wellbeing projects Creative Community – to support arts and culture projects Environment and Sustainability – to support projects that improve the environment Community Safety – to support projects that equip communities to be safe and resilient

Community groups must match the amount of funding sought, either in cash or through in-kind contributions, such as volunteer work on the project. To be eligible to apply, organisations must be:    

Not-for-profit or equivalent Incorporated or auspiced by an incorporated entity Have no outstanding projects or evaluations from community grants pre 2018/19 Have discussed the project with a Council officer prior to submission

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the application period for the first round of Community Strengthening Grants has been extended, and will now close on Friday 15 May, 2020. A second round of Community Strengthening Grants will open in September 2020.

Council is inviting community groups to put forward different and innovative applications, given that many of the well-deserving projects and events funded in the past will not meet the Government’s current COVID-19 restrictions and advice. Community groups are encouraged to contact Council’s Community Partnership Officer to discuss their ideas, how their projects can keep communities connected during these difficult times, and a flexible timeline for delivery of events and projects.

All applications must be submitted online at goldenplains.smartygrants.com.au. Guidelines for each grant category can be found at goldenplains.vic.gov.au/grants.

Small Grants of up to $1,000 will become available from 1 July 2020. The grants will be available to support events and youth projects, with no requirement for matching funds, and will be available all year, subject to remaining funds.

Community groups wishing to find out more information, can contact Council’s Community Partnership Officer at 5220 7220 or email communitygrants@gplains.vic.gov.au.

– ENDS – Released by: Eric Braslis, CEO, Golden Plains Shire Council Media contact: Susan Talpey, Coordinator Communications, Engagement and Advocacy, Golden Plains Shire Council P. 5220 7147 │M. 0421 923 399 │E. susan.talpey@gplains.vic.gov.au

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16 High Street, Bannockburn, 3331 Tel: (03) 5281 1481 Fax: (03) 5281 1978 www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au

Dr Cameron Profitt Dr John Henderson Dr Benjamin Fry

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club Looking for a safe and fun place to ride your dirt bike or somewhere to take the kids to ride?

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

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

We have 2 tracks:

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

St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.For more information please: head over to our Facebook page MADMCC or call 0415 503 869.

Dr Andrew Bell Dr Margaret Somerville Dr Samantha Buchholz

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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27-31 Willis Street Winchelsea Vic 3241

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

03 5267 1268

CROSS WORD FOR MAY

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Thanks again to our crossword creator, Val, for preparing this months puzzle.

We have tried to use shorter words so that school aged children may be able to have a go (with some parental support) at doing this crossword.

Feel free to let me know if your children were successful in having a go, and I'll mention their first name and Surname Letter in next months Leigh News, as an encouragement to them.

Peter T. Editor

ACROSS 5. Not left 7. Dark part of the day 9. Name one of the reasons to leave your home 10. Name of main street 14. Where we collect our Mail (General ?)

14. Introduced pest animal 16. Building with a cannon out front 19. Sport played by both male & female 20. Native animal who lives in gum trees 23. How many new shops are available for lease?

25. What technology is used for home schooling 27. Crop with bright yellow flowers 28. Breakfast food 31. Famous person who has a tree named after him.

32. Supermarket 33. Keeps car motor lubricated 34. Major Football score 35. Place of worship 36. Not always common "?????"

DOWN 1.Person who paints pictures 2.Name of barista who was at Sonny's Cafe 3.Mode of transport 4.Felt when you hurt yourself 6.Place to get fit.

7.Sport played by women & girls 8.Popular drink 11.Sport played by all ages 12.Native animal found in rivers 13.Short name for early learning centre 14.Native animal that slithers 17. Special pine tree near RSL 18. Breakfast treat with eggs 21. What special day has been cancelled on 25th April 22. Name the virus which is prevalent in the world 24. Christian Event just celebrated.

26. Used to make clothing 29. Breakfast fruit drink 30. Summer sport played by all ages 31. You can switch it on

SOLUTION FOR APRIL 2020

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4.5 mtr Trailer or 8 mtr Truck......... "delivered" *Tree Removal and Clean Up *Paddock Clean Up *Telehandler with Elevated Work Platform & Log Grab *13 tonne excavator, *small kubota tractor with grab *13 mtr cherry picker. *Firewood Processor, Wood Splitter & Saw Bench Contact: Danny Busbridge 0438 355 383

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PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT & TAX CONSULTANT For appointment office phone

5222 4811

or Gheringhap, Bannockburn 5281 1474 (A/H)

GO HARD CONCRETING specializing in all forms of concreting for free Quotes contact

Ray Sarcevic Mobile: 0418 524 661

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SONNY 15A HIGH ST INVERLEIGH 52651553 OPEN WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY

OPENING TIMES

MON, WED, FRI

08:30am to 4:30pm

SATURDAY

09:00am to 1:30pm

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CLOSED ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Phone: 52811182 Mobile: 0407080909

OUR WIDE RANGE OF PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP OR DELIVERY • SANDS

• GARDEN MIX

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The Inverleigh Progress Association (IPA) decided mid 2019 to increase the annual fee to $44 for 2020.

This should be paid before the 31st March 2020 this being the end of the IPA financial year 2019-2020.

A late fee of $7.00 will be charged for late payment.

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Leigh News 39 Directory of Clubs, Services and Organisations Below is a directory for clubs, organisations and services operating in Inverleigh, Teedale, Shelford and surrounding areas. If you are interested in obtaining further information about an organisation, please feel free to ring and have a chat with them. Any club or organisation who wishes to be listed, please forward details to us and we will include your listing. We would also appreciate being kept up to date with contact details

INVERLEIGH AREA Geelong & District Carriage Drivers Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com Inverleigh Bowls Club Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849 Sec. Suzy Coleman 0431 080 977 Inverleigh Cemetery Trust Des Guinane. 0409 224 811 Inverleigh Cricket Club Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309 Inverleigh CWA Melissa Rutherford 0419 256 014 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club Bill Hughes 5281 5391 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com Inverleigh Golf Club President: Greg Erwin & Jeremy Richardson Secretary: Dianne Morgan Phone: 5265 1575

Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210

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

Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024

Working Sheepdog Club Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905

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

SES Emergency 000

MURGHEBOLUC AREA. Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve.

Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770 SHELFORD AREA Shelford Cricket Club William Green (Pres) 0416 575 367 Andrew Clarke (VPres) 0439 634 891 Shelford Progress Association Pres: Heather Stone 5281 3241 Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779 TEESDALE AREA

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

EMERGENCY Police, Ambulance, Fire, SES

Ring 000

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

Before and After School Care from 7.30am to 8.45am. - 3.15pm to 6pm Teesdale Primary. 5281 5218 CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354

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

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

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

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

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

Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

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

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

Golden Plains Medical Centre 5281 2320

Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Wildlife Rescue 0500 540 000

Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012

Teesdale Pre School Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488

Women’s Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188

Teesdale Sporting Complex Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389

Shire Ranger 5220 7111

Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch Pres. Malcom Johns.

5281 5253 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690

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

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

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

Advertisers Index Accountant 35 Antennas 12 Banking 31 Builder 38 Cartage 24 Cafe 36 CCTV & Alarms 38 CFA Roster 11 Child Care 25 Church Notices 21 Clotheslines 14 Compost 12 Concreting 35 Crossword 33 CWA 21 Data Cabling 38 Doctor & Health Serv.

22,31,32 Driver Tuition 24 Earthmoving 14 Electrician 9,12 Equine 19 Firewood 35 Food Swaps 20 Funeral Director 15,19 Grain 29 Garden Supplies 36 Hall Hire 21 Hot Water 24 Justice of the Peace 20 Legal Services 16 Motor Mechanic 32 Mowers 16 NBN Setup 38 OSHC 20 Painter & Decorator 12,14,34 Playgroup 23 Plumbing Services 15,22,32,34 Probus 23 Real Est. 13,28,29,40 Skip Bin Hire 23 Seniors 23 Septic Services 22 Taxi 16 Tax Returns 34 Tree Services 35 Tyres 35 Veterinary 26,27 Wicking Beds 18 Wool Buyers & Brokers 34

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STOCKDALE & LEGGO BANNOCKBURN SALES – PROPERTY MANAGEMENT – COMMERCIAL

DEAN WILSON

JULIE KAYE

Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent P 0418 521 322

Director & Licensed Estate Agent P 0411 059 001

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