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May 2021

Volume 47 Number 4

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INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION meet in the

Inverleigh Public Hall

on the 3rd Wednesday of each month @7 :30pm (Except January)

VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME President: Hilary Hamilton Secretary: Luanne Thornton Treasurer: Tony Waayers Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to copy material. We are most grateful to the many people who have kept the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collections.

We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable meetings, which you are welcome to attend.

meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall

0n the 4th Monday of each Month @ 8pm

(Except December & January) VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME

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

Peter’s Editorial

ANZAC Day has come and gone, all be it a bit different to previous years, but moving forward again since last year.

On page 3 is an article about our retiring President of the local RSL, Mal Johns.

While interviewing Mal for this article I asked Mal had he met anyone really famous, and being just a day or two after the passing of HRH Prince Phillip, he excitedly recalled the occassion when they had met. Mal says: "He was a a really good bloke!" and at the end of the conversation said "Thanks for the chat" to which His Royal Highness replied in true blue aussie accent "yep, Good onya mate" or words to that effect. What a great life moment that was. If you have met someone special in your life, please drop me a line at "leighnews@bigpond.com" and I may well use it in a future edition.

For now, "see ya all later, and look forward to crossing paths around the village again soon".

Tribute to Mal Johns, Past President of Inverleigh RSL

Mal Johns with local identity, Jean Hair, at the ANZAC Day service in Inverleigh May 2019.

This month will see the retirement of Mal Johns as president of the Inverleigh Branch of the R.S.L. after a career in the Navy and various other opportunities to provide for his family. To say that Mal is a colourful character would be an understatement, as I found during a recent opportunity to hear about his life over morning tea.

Mal is the youngest child and has 7 siblings, 4 boys and 3 girls. He was in an orphanage at the age of one and a half and was fostered out at the age of five. His foster father was a Swedish mariner on a four masted sailing ship and the family were settled in Adelaide S.A. Mal’s older brother was in the second world war and served in Alamein and Tobruk. As a small child Mal admired and looked

Mal Johns and family shortly after meeting and speaking with HRH Prince Phillip.

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up to his brother as a mentor and so joined the Army Cadets.

Mal’s foster father died when Mal was 14, and shortly after this, he left school to start his working life as a sheet metal worker, then moved on to working in an Office Furniture factory and then as an interior and exterior painter and decorator.

He applied to join the Army as a strapping 17 years old, weighing in at 7 Stone 4 pounds (46 and little bit kilos), but the army had concerns for his suitability and he was rejected. Walking away from the enlistment building, Mal noticed a sign for the Navy, so undeterred, he applied there and the rest is, as they say, history.

And so, at 17, Mal began his service life in South Australia, then by travelled train to HMAS Cerberus at Crib Point, followed by HMAS Albatross and then in 1961, he was posted to HMAS Melbourne and so began his sea life. He sailed around South East Asia and beyond during the Naval part of his life and decided to leave full time service in 1980. Mal continued in the Naval Reserve Force until 1989.

Mal then became House Manager at Sandringham Yacht Club and then Environmental Officer at the Western General Hospital in Footscray. Then, moving to Geelong he became Cleaning Services Manager and Service Manager for Western Victoria for P & O Services/ Berkeley Challenge. He was then Environmental Officer for Terang/Mortlake Health Services followed by Trainer and Assessor for Ethridge Cleaning Services.

Local Government was next on the agenda and Mal also represented his community as a local member for the Shire of Leigh and was also Shire President in 1993, 1 year prior to amalgamation.

Mal is best known for his service to our local community as President of our local R.S.L. He joined the R.S.L. in 1985 when there were just 15 members, and moved on to become president in 1988 until his retirement now in 2021. Mal’s successor as President is Deema Johnston.

The RSL commenced in 1916 as a Memorial and Welfare organisation of Army, Air Force, Navy, Nurses and other women’s services. More members were added to the local RSL after Mal became President, as relatives of past members were allowed to join the organisation.

Soldier Settler families in the district were added in memory of their loved ones. The RSL today is a much larger organisation and now includes, CFA, SES, Police, Ambulance as affiliated members, including members immediate family members.

There are photos in the Inverleigh RSL building of the monuments when they were located at the east end of Inverleigh. When the monuments were relocated continued on Page 6.

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Inverleigh Youth Pop Up Space

There has been a great response to the Youth Pop Up Space in Inverleigh, which started on April 21st, and runs each Wednesday of Term 2 from 3.30 – 6.30 at the Inverleigh Public Hall.

31 young people came on the first day – a great mix of ages, genders and schools – creating a very friendly and welcoming vibe. The Pop Up Youth Space is an initiative of the Golden Plains Shire Youth Team in consultation with Inverleigh Progress Association and Councillors, reflecting needs expressed in the local youth survey.

Pictured are Golden Plains Shire Youth Workers, Karl Kasbach (left) and Mark De Campo, beside their banner at the front of the Inverleigh Public Hall.

More information: mark.decampo@gplains.vic.gov.au or call/text 0422 101 109

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NEWS FROM VICTORIA PARK RESERVE INVERLEIGH

A very big thank you to the Bendigo Bank at Bannockburn for our 2020 grant. It took a while to happen due to all the Covid interuptions last year, but we finally installed our second picnic table at Victoria Park Reserve last weekend just in time for the Vic Dog Tracking Group workshop.

Thank you also to Winchelsea Men’s shed another very well built, easy entry seat.

Wish to advise the SCRAP BIN Is OPEN again. STRICTLY METAL ONLY which must be Placed in the Bin. Victoria Park Reserve COM continued from Page 6. to the current position at the west end, a rock from each property in the area were included in the base of the Boar War memorial.

Recent services at the Memorials have included Staff from Defence International Training Centre, including S E Asia Allied Forces from 2000 – 2017. In early days, 40 -50 people made up the usual attendance but this increased over the years to an estimated 1800 marching from the RSL in High Street Inverleigh to the memorials. Still today, an annual ANZAC Day footy match is held between Inverleigh and Bannockburn.

During his time as President, Mal has met many dignitaries, including Prime Ministers, Governors General and various members of the Royal Family, including HRH Prince Phillip as shown in the photo on page 3.

Mal, on behalf of the local community of Inverleigh and Golden Plains, I salute you for the many, many hours of service to the local community and beyond. You are well known and highly respected for your contribution to the RSL and the wider community.

Enjoy your retirement my friend.

Peter Trevaskis (Editor)

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8 Leigh News COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT GRANTS

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.

Dear Editor,

I am writing to inform you about the Andrews Labor Government’s recently announced $7.4 million Community Environment Grants package.

This suite of grants is designed to empower Victorian communities to act for the environment at a grassroots level.

The grants currently open include:

Aboriginal Community Caring for Country Grants: Stream 1 – Connecting Aboriginal Communities with Knowledge to Care for Country

Grants up to $25,000 for projects that connect Aboriginal communities with Country to better understand Aboriginal values and traditional ecological knowledge, and to develop the skills to care for Country to support healthy Country and healthy people.

Applications close 22 April 2021.

Aboriginal Community Caring for Country Grants: Stream 2 – Delivering Caring for Country Grants are available for up to $50,000 which support Aboriginal communities to undertake caring for Country projects that apply Aboriginal values and traditional ecological knowledge to support healthy Country and healthy people. Applications close 22 April 2021.

Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants provide an opportunity for Victorian schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, Scouts and Girl Guides to secure funding to engage young Victorians in outdoor, hands-on, on-ground projects that provide both environmental and educational outcomes, as well as health and social benefits. Applications close 30 April 2021.

The Victorian Landcare Grants support Landcare and other community-based natural resource management groups to protect and restore the Victorian landscape. The next round will open this month.

I encourage all local volunteer and community groups in Western Victoria to apply for a suitable grant. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive a funding boost for your environmental work that is vital to our community.

Eligibility criteria and how to apply can be found at environment.vic.gov.au/grants.

Yours sincerely Gayle Tierney MP Member for Western Victoria

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MAY 2021 CALENDAR

Turtle Bend-Teesdale Photo: Andrea Bolton

This photo, by Andrea Bolton, shows the pavilion at Turtle Bend, Teesdale. Turtle Bend Reserve is located on a bend in Native Hut Creek, where Eastern long necked turtles can be found.

Cleaning up and revegetating Native Hut Creek began in 2002. As part of that project, a permit was granted to remove Aleppo Pine tree seedlings that had spread across the creek from the remaining Aleppo pine tree planted in the mid-1920s to commemorate the battle of Lone Pine at Gallipoli, as the trees had fallen over the creek. The logs were later used as the supporting structures of the Turtle Bend Pavilion, linking the pavilion to the earlier history of the site.

The Turtle Bend project was conceived, initiated and coordinated by Stephen & Lina Murphy aided by a group of dedicated local residents and the Golden Plains Shire, from community meetings in 2006 to its completion in August 2009. Stewart Seaton, a Scottish architect with a home in Teesdale, came to a community meeting in April 2006 to discuss building a pavilion at Turtle Bend. His initial design was presented to the community for comment at an open day at Turtle Bend on 13/8/07. Stewart, influenced by Gaudi and the wish of community members for the structure to reflect its environment, created an amazing and distinctive design. The pavilion features a turtle shell-design roof, a floor depicting Native Hut Creek and sound instruments shaped like a turtle’s head and tail.

The mosaic tile floor was designed by indigenous artist Glenn Romanis, who grew up in Teesdale. It depicts an aerial view of Native Hut Creek at Turtle Bend. The Tile floor was laid by local artisan Colin Smithyman. The turtles ‘musical head and tail’ were designed, built and installed by artist Steve Langton. The copper roof was installed by local sheet metal expert Peter Kruger. The structure was opened and the first ‘Twilight at Turtle Bend’ was held on 3/8/09.

In 2010 the Turtle Bend Events Committee formed to put on events and manage the reserve. They have continued with the aims of

looking after and celebrating the environment, providing a place for all ages to meet and enjoy, and promoting a sense of community identity. A ‘Creating Better Places’ grant from the Victorian Government enabled an extension to the stage, a path, a rock wall and a garden designed by Stephen Murphy in July 2011 to give the impression that the creek connected to the creek design on the tile floor in the pavilion.

The Turtle Bend committee has continued to work with the Teesdale Community co-ordinators, local volunteers and Golden Plains Shire to further develop Turtle Bend. The reserve now has a skate park, BMX track, play centre, 2nd BBQ, picnic table and shade sale, new toilets and, more recently, a ½ court basketball and netball court.

The Turtle Bend Events Committee organises live performances, with acts including Looney Tunes, Los Locos, Quartet Street, Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, Shane Howard and the 2015 Regional final of the Battle of the Bands.

Events have included the regular ‘Turtle Bend Twilight Festival’, which includes a twilight lantern parade by school children from the school down to the reserve. In 2019 the town helped the Teesdale CFA celebrate 70 years of operation, with ‘Teesdale Celebrates’ at Turtle Bend, an event with included live acts, dancing and a community market. Other uses of the reserve include markets, weddings, drumming group and visits by groups such as caravan and motor bike clubs. Turtle Bend Reserve is much used and appreciated by locals and visitors alike.

Information supplied by Stephen Murphy and David Bruce. Article by Christine Windle

Leigh News 11 GOLF RESULT MARCH - APRIL 2021 3rd Mch Ladies- Stableford G. Stevens 35pts, D. Nicholls 34pts, H. Gaylard 31pts I. Oliver 27pts c/b D. Morgan.

N.T.P 8th G. Stevens 6th Mch Mixed- 1st Rd. RobinScott Trophy- Par R. Lymer +3, A. Waayers +2 c/b D. Mather +2 N.T.P. 3rd A. Smith, 8th D. Nicholls 15th S. Wemyss Longest Drive J. Nicolle, O/65yrs R. Lymer Ladies L. Richardson.

10th Mch Ladies- Stableford D. Nicholls 37pts, G. Stevens 34pts c/b S.Bruenjes 34pts, H. Gaylard 31 pts N.T.P. 8th S. Bruenjes.

17th Mch. Ladies Stroke, P/E 1st Rd. ,Autumn Trophy.

D. Nicholls 80-17-71, D. Morgan 97-23-74 c/b L. Richardson 90-16-74 S. Bruenjes 97-20-77 c/b N.T.P. 8th L. Richardson, Putting D. Nicholls 22putts.

24th Mch Ladies, 2nd Rd Autumn Trophy, Stroke P/E

S. Bruenjes 91-20-71, L. Richardson 80-16-72, D. Nicholls 91-20-74, A. Waayers 111-31-80 N,T,P, 3rd L. Richardson, 8th D. Nicholls, 15th S. Bruenjes.

Putting H. Gaylard 25 putts.

31st Mch Ladies- stableford G. Stevens 32 c/b , L. Richardson 32, A. Waayers 29 c/b H. Gaylard 29.

N.T.P. 8th G. Stevens.

3rd April Men14th April-Ladies- 2nd Rd Robin Scott Trophy-Par L. Johns +1, D. Nicholls-1, I. Oliver -2 c/b A. Waayers -2 N.T.P. 3rd A. Waayers, 8th L. Richardson.

17th Apr. Mixed Stableford.

S. Wemyss 36pts, T. Lee 34pts, L. Richardson 34 pts Longest drive S. Wemyss, O/65yrs R. Lymer.

24th Apr. Mixed Stableford A.Smith 40pts, G/ Stevens 38pts, T. Lee 37pts N.T.P. 3rd S. Wemyss, 8th G. Stevens Longest Drive S. Wemyss O/65yra R. Lymer

12 Leigh News DID YOU KNOW:

That people passing

through Inverleigh also appreciate our town and the wonderful people who live and work here.

I received this letter during the last month. Thank you Margaret for your kind words of encouragement.

DID YOU KNOW:

The defibrillator located

at the service station has had its bi-annual maintenance check up.

New battery and chest pads were replaced as required by St Johns Ambulance.

Thanks Inverleigh Progress Association for purchasing and doing the replacement.

Its reassuring to know that its in perfect working order in the event it may be needed.

Would You Like to Serve on the Inverleigh Public Hall Committee?

Public Meeting: Monday May 10th 2021, at 8 pm Inverleigh Public Hall, 71 High St Inverleigh.

The purpose of the meeting is to nominate people to serve in a volunteer capacity on the Inverleigh Public Hall Committee (Inverleigh Mechanics Institute Reserve Committee of Management Inc) for the next three-year period. The current committee’s term will expire on May 22nd, 2021. All positions will be declared open.

Nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night.

Nominations are welcome from any interested people who have the time to devote to taking an active part in the management of the reserve. Four meetings are held each year – on the second Monday in February, May, August and November. The committee is responsible for day to day running of the hall, financial management, maintenance and development of the facility, fund raising, and running activities to promote community connections. Being a committee member is a rewarding role and makes a valuable contribution to our community.

For further information please contact: Bruce McDonald, President, 5265 1270 Christine Windle, Secretary, 0403 267 286, bruce3321@gmail.com windlechristine@gmail.com

INVERLEIGH TENNIS CLUB

This summer the Inverleigh Tennis Club had 3 junior teams and one senior team participating in the 2020/21 summer competition which concluded on 27th March.

The junior competition saw 3 teams participate in Section 6 & 8 girls plus an Orange Dot Ball team for beginners that play on ¾ court and utilises low compression balls that enable the kids more control.

The teams consisted of the following players: Section 6 Girls: Georgia Collins, Ellie Broadhurst, Clara Blersch, Lucy Blersch. Perri Brumby also filled in late in the season which was much appreciated.

Our section 6 girls team finished 2nd.

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Our senior Men’s section 5 team consisted of Shane Lubcke, Michael Walker, Lee Price, Mitchell Lyster and Craig Ellis. Owen Lewis also filled in on an occasion which was much appreciated.

In what was originally designed as a social catchup the team performed strongly and finished the season on top of the ladder and won their way through to the Grand Final. Despite various injuries the old boys limped over the line to win the final against Surf Coast by 8 points.

Rachel Lubcke <rach_arbonne@hotmail.com> Sunday, 25 April 2021 4:11 PM Shane Lubcke

Rachel Lubcke <rach_arbonne@hotmail.com> Sunday, 25 April 2021 4:09 PM Shane Lubcke

Congratulations to all the senior and junior players on a great summer of tennis after the disappointment of the COVID 19 lockdowns last year which derailed and Section 8 Girls/Mixed: Perri Brumby, Grace Lubcke, cancelled the final series.

Cydney McCann, Charlie Miller and Amelie Erwin.

Again, thank you to all the parents who have Morgan Miller also filled in late in the season which made themselves available to help out the juniors with was much appreciated. Our section 6 girls/mixed transportation on the weekend and for also getting inteam finished 5th and narrowly missed out on finals. volved with scoring and umpiring.

Orange Dot Ball: Our Orange Dot ball competition Thank you also to Jo Mullen for co-ordinating saw a number of kids participate in the modified the teams each week and recording the results online. format which was a lot of fun. Participants included With the summer season now completed the club Paddy McCann, Ava Lubcke, Ivy Lubcke, Morgan is keen to hear from anybody interested in putting their Miller, Knox Shultz, Vogue Shultz and Ryan Peel. name down to play in future competitions, winter or Section 6 girls had a very solid year and finished 2rd summer. This can be a junior team, a senior team or in overall and qualified for the finals which was very the mid-week ladies competition. exciting for the kids.

A reminder also that Nicole Mullen is running They won their way through to the Grand Final weekly tennis coaching clinics at the courts every Thursand turned the tables on their old nemesis Western day afternoon at 3.30pm, 4.15pm & 5pm. Cost is $10 Heights Uniting, defeating them for the first time per child. Nicole can also provide racquets for anyone (and the right time) in the final by 2 games. wanting to have a hit but don’t have one.

It was a fantastic outcome for the girls and a

If you would like to enquire about winter tennis very deserved win after what had been a very conplease contact our junior/senior co-ordinator Jo Mullen sistent season and the team regularly at the courts on 0414 957 432. Enquires re tennis coaching or squad during the week honing their skills. coaching once a month please contact Nicole Mullen on

0419 670 230.

Good hitting, Hawk Eye Rachel Lubcke Executive Regional Vice President Arbonne International 0433 703 875

Rachel Lubcke Executive Regional Vice President Arbonne International 0433 703 875

14 Leigh News A Timely Message from Local CFA's With colder weather approaching it’s time to become a little more fire savvy around your home. So, let’s start with “Home Fire Safety 101” Do you have a smoke alarm in all bedrooms and living areas?

Look up and see if something round and cream coloured with a flashing light is there! Smoke alarms are the best way to alert your family should fire occur in your home, but where your alarms are located form an important part of protecting your household. Smoke alarms should also be between each bedroom and the rest of the house and should be between each bedroom and living area. And finally, don’t forget to put them in hallways and stairs.

Not convinced yet? Well, did you know you can't smell smoke when you're asleep? So having interconnected smoke alarms in your home means that no matter where a fire starts - all alarms will sound. This way you’ll know if a fire starts in your home because interconnected alarms will sound no matter where a fire starts in your home and form the best possible detection and chance of an early escape for you and your household.

It’s actually quite easy to protect your home:

Firstly, check your smoke alarm. Is it free of dust and cobwebs? Check it beeps and has a 10-year lithium

battery. Remember, if the unit is older than 10 years, it's time to replace it.

When the time comes, replacing the unit with a lithium battery powered alarm means you won’t need to change the battery for the life of the alarm! Easy!!

Next month we’ll look at how to safely keep your home warm.

The CFA have a website which provides more information at wwww.cfa.vic.gov.au/smokealarms.

At the end of Lent, preparation for Easter, we enter Holy Week beginning with Palm Sunday, sometimes called Sunday of the Passion, marking Jesus entering Jerusalem knowing that later in the week, we call Good Friday, he will suffer; crucified, and die. We would wonder why anyone would knowingly choose to endure suffering rather than run away from it.

Actually we see it in many aspects of public and private life today. Those who publically protest sometimes perpetrating what we fondly call civil disobedience and the potential of arrest. In private life we may suffer medical treatment in order to survive a life threatening illness. Some say moving house is one of the most distressful things we can do, but we will endure it believing things will be better for us in another house or place.

A celebration in Holy Week is Maundy Thursday, sometimes called Holy Thursday. On the night before he was crucified, during a meal with his friends, Jesus took bread and wine and set them apart as his body and his blood. He told them it was

a reminder of his suffering and death on the cross but also the beneficial outcome through his being restored to life.

Jesus told those who would follow him that they are to eat these things as a reminder of his death and resurrection. In some Christian traditions this ritual, variously called Holy Communion, Last Supper, Communion, Eucharist, Mass, Holy Liturgy, and Lord’s Supper, is re-enacted whenever they meet.

Sometimes it can be just thought of as a ritual of Christian worship but is also a ritual reminding us of our own life.

However we recognise the person of Jesus, may the story of Easter be more than chocolate and eggs and be a celebration that we, too, need to choose to suffer in order to achieve a better life for ourselves, for others, and for all. I invite you to join with your church and share in this ritual of Holy Communion at this pertinent time.

The Revd Dr Timothy Smith PiC Anglican Parish of Inverleigh+Bannockburn+Meredith

A Ritual of Life

As some in the community will know, Inverleigh Brigade recently, and sadly, lost one of its active members as a result of illness. Phil Morrel joined as a result of a fire that occurred near his own property and whilst offering assistance at the time, he took it a step further and joined as an active firefighter. You may have seen his refurbished tow truck parked outside the fire shed on Sunday mornings, when he would come down to help with the routine duties that take place on those days. He was a man who placed great store in his community and then acted upon it by volunteering with the CFA. Our thoughts continue to be with Christine, and Phil’s extended family, together with our thanks for his contribution.

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

Phil Jacobson

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Southern Farming Systems

Immediate Media Release as of 15-4-2021 Southern Farming Systems leading the South West node of the Victorian Drought Resilience Hub The Victorian Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub will play a critical role to help farmers, agricultural businesses and communities become more resilient to the impacts of future droughts by connecting these sectors to innovative technologies and practices. It will also translate research and knowledge into impactful outcomes and support take-up through testing, adoption and scaling-up of new solutions.

Southern Farming Systems (SFS) will lead the South West regional node of the hub and will be partnering with lead agency Melbourne University along with Deakin University, Federation University, LaTrobe University, Agriculture Victoria and farming groups – Birchip Cropping Group, Food & Fibre Gippsland, Riverine Plains and Mallee Regional Innovation Centre to create the Victorian Hub. The Victoria Hub, based from the University of Melbourne’s Dookie campus, has received $8 million in funding over the next four years from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, and plans to be operational by the end of April. It is one of eight drought resilience hubs across Australia.

Scott Chirnside SFS CEO said “This ground-breaking project, where four universities, Agriculture Victoria, and five farming systems groups have gathered together as a team, will create and extend the best information and innovative technologies to prepare and educate rural communities in Victoria for the next climatic challenge, whenever it may be.”

“We are tackling these issues when seasons and returns have been better in all rural industries. Our aim is that individuals, businesses and communities can make informed choices about how they might tackle the next drought by making those critical decisions and creating well documented plans now, not whilst in the sleep deprived and highly stressed, anxious state, that drought induces in rural populations."

Hub Co-Director Professor Tim Reeves, from the University of Melbourne Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences, said this investment will make a real difference to how we deal with future droughts on farms, in the management of our environment, and in our communities.

“This hub brings together a great team focussed on delivering real impacts for the agri-food sector in Victoria, in terms of enhanced drought resilience and greater adaptation to our changing climate,’’ Professor Reeves said.

“A feature of this hub is the unprecedented co-operation between the partners to co-design and co-govern innovative approaches to future drought resilience. It bodes well for the team to make a real difference to our regional industries and communities.’’

Federal Member for Nicholls, the Hon. Damian Drum announced the Hub at a launch event in Dookie. He said, “Victoria was hit hard by the recent Australia-wide drought, which took a heavy toll on individual household income, as well as entire industries and communities.

“Getting regional people working together to ensure research and development is useful for Victorians is a vital step towards successful drought management in our communities.” <end> Contact for Interviews: Michelle McClure, SFS E:mmclure@sfs.org.au or M: 0488 600 692

Southern Farming Systems

23 High St, Inverleigh VIC 3321

P: 03 5265 1666

E:office@sfs.org.au

16 Leigh News Cross Country and Winter Sports

May is a busy month for sport! Following our very successful House Cross Country event at Don Wallace Reserve at the end of April, qualifying students will be competing at the MVA Cross Country Event. The Winter Sports will also take place on the 7th of May for Senior School Students. We wish all of our competitors the very best. Go Teesdale!

Community OSHC

At the last School Council meeting of Term 1, School Council accepted the proposal of Community OSHC to take over the provision of the school's Before and After School Care program. This change will take place commencing on May 24th. Before and After School Care have traditionally been run and managed

by School Council at Teesdale. However, as regulatory demands increase in the Early Childhood sector, the cost and logistics of a school running its own service become more difficult. Before and After School Care is a vital service in a school, but not to the detriment of Teaching and Learning. The opportunity to have expert support from Community OSHC is an excellent result for our school.

Whilst the move to a service provider does involve a fee increase Council expect this to be outweighed by the benefit of extended hours, the provision of care on curriculum days, the future possibility of a holiday program and the impressive and engaging program Community OSHC provide before and after school.

TEESDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Mudbrick Café Open

We are very excited to be able to open our Mudbrick Café again which is run once a term. Our next café will be held on Wednesday 5th of May from 11.30am to 12.15pm and is open to the community.

Our students are given the opportunity to learn the basics of how a hospitality environment works, while our guests enjoy delicious meals using fresh, seasonal produce from our school garden.

Important Dates Tuesday 4th May – School Photo Day Wednesday 5th May – Mudbrick Café Friday 7th May – MVA Winter Sports Monday 31st May – Year 5/6 Camp Phillip Island Adventure Resort If you would like to know more about our school, please phone us during school hours on 5281 5218 or head to our website at: www.teesdaleps.vic.edu.au or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ TeesdalePrimarySchool

‘CONNECT & SHARE’ Digital Learning Project at Inverleigh

Wanted – volunteer tutors for phone and computer skills program at Inverleigh Public Hall Where: Inverleigh Public Hall When:

The program will run in May, June, July, August 2021, with sessions timed to suit tutors and learners. Tutors can select the topics and number of sessions they offer.

What: Tutors will lead small group sessions teaching useful skills such as how to take, edit and send photos from a mobile phone; how to do research online; how to shop online; how to use the cloud; how to use skype, how to use email; and other basic skills. Each session will have a skill focus, run for about an hour and use the smart screen and internet at the hall. Each session will be assisted by a member of the Inverleigh Public Hall ‘Connect and Share’ sub-committee.

For more information, and a survey for tutors or learners, please contact: Christine Windle 0403 267 286 windlechristine@gmail.com.

Want to learn more about using

your laptop, tablet or phone for daily tasks?

Connect and Share FREE learning sessions at the Inverleigh Public Hall are for you.

We are setting up free tutor run sessions.

Each session will focus on one handy skills such as cyber safety; internet banking; editing, filing and sharing photos; accessing government and other web sites; making appointments online; online shopping; using online videos for craft and DYO projects and more.

Tell us what you would like to learn and we will do our best to set up a session for that skill.

The sessions will run in May, June, July and August.

To do a learner survey, which asks about convenient times and skills you want, or for more information, please contact: Christine Windle 0403 267 286 windlechristine@gmail.com.

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18 Leigh News BANNOCKBURN & DISTRICT COMBINED PROBUS CLUB

Probus update for May 2021 Monday 3rd May Meeting at Bannockburn Mens Shed at 12.30pm Lunch provided $5, BYO cup. Guest speaker followed by meeting and afternoon tea.

Thursday May 13th Car trip to Barrabool Maze and Garden. Explore the garden, maze (Entry $10) and lunch in the cafe.

For more information please call: President: Shirley Wild 5281 5354 Secretary: Sandra Bance 5210 7777 "bannockburnprobus@gmail.com"

36 Main Street, Winchelsea Bulk Bills patients on Pension, Health Care Card and Children Enquires and Bookings please phone

03 52 928 028 or online www.winchmc.com.au

BALLARAT CHOOKS

Text or Ring Kelvin Woods 0400 559 559 "Ballarat Chooks Information Page" Please Like my page!

Next Delivery to Bannockburn B & S Stock Pet Supplies

May 8th

14 weeks Hens $25 each 9 weeks Hens $21 each

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NEW HOMES, RENOVATIONS, EXTENSIONS, SEPTIC TANKS INSTALLATIONS SAND FILTERS, TREATMENT PLANTS

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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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News from Inverleigh Bowls Club The bowls season is done for another season.

Due to COVID 19 we had a shortened season but a very enjoyable one and we were grateful to play at all. We have seen many new faces during barefoot bowls, it is great to see a lot of varying groups from the community come along and enjoy the great club facilities.

We held our presentation night at the Inverleigh Hotel where we had a great meal before making presentations to: Ladies Singles Champion:

Faye Thomas and R/U Marj peel Men’s Singles Champion:

Danny Kelly and R/U David Andueza Ladies 100up Champion:

Suzy Coleman and R/U Marj Peel Men’s 100 Champion:

Cam Peel and R/U David Andueza Ladies Pairs Champions: Marj Peel & Helen Gaylard, R/U Suzy Coleman & Michele Shields Men’s Pairs Champions: Danny Kelly & John Henderson, R/U David Andueza & Clayton Whitfield Jack’s Bash Champions: Joan Seiffert & Terry Shields, R/U Helen Gaylard & Eddie Ellis

*Site Works *Post/Pier Hole Drilling *Trenching *Shed & Tank Bases *Concreting *Truck & Dog Hire

*Property Clean up-Rural & Residential *Landscaping-Rural & Residential *Rock work's *Horse Arena's & Round Yards *Driveways & Road Construction *All Excavations works & more.....

PH: Jamie #0430 604 465 Email: jamie@allexcavations.com.au

Robertson Medal:

Midweek Div 4 Winner: John Croft

Saturday Div 3 Winner: Suzy Coleman

Saturday Div 9 Winner: John Croft Most Improved: Terry Shields 100 Games played: June Belleville, Danny Kelly & Chris Johns, 200 Games played: Ken Hopkins

It was great to see some of our new players win awards.

Farewells: Two of our regular players have announced their retirement from playing Pennant for the club; Mal Johns who has played 171 games and Helen Gaylard who has played 281 games. We thank both Mal and Helen for their contributions to the club. We wish them well and hope to see them for some social get togethers in the future.

It has been a fantastic year around the club with lots of social catch-ups on a Friday night, enjoying each other’s company, as well as a lot of functions held in the club rooms. We have had a few new members join and more importantly we have gained support from ongoing and new sponsors of the club. This support is very welcome and exciting and we urge you to check out our list of sponsors on our web site.

We have made a few improvements around the club including a new path and planter boxes in the car park, so thankyou to everyone who helped make these a reality.

If you wish to stay up to date with what is happening at the club keep an eye on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/inverleighbowlsclub/ or our website www.inverleighbowls.org Biased Bowler

22 Leigh News SHELFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL

On March 25th, the students from Grade 3 and upwards went to Goldsworthy Reserve for the annual schools athletics carnival. This was the first time competing in this event for the majority of our students as it was cancelled last year due to the Coronavirus. Despite this, our students competed admirably, achieving some great individual results. As a whole school we received several compliments from other staff members about the behaviour of our students, which is something that we are all proud of. At the end of the day, although we were the smallest school competing, we were the third placed school overall. We are so proud of our students for their efforts. Well done guys!

On the last day of term, the students were so excited to participate in the school’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. Warm weather meant that this had to happen earlier in the day so that they didn’t end up with squishy, melted eggs in their hands. It was great to see the older students working well with the younger students to help them find eggs and making sure that the goodies were shared evenly amongst them all.

On April 21st, the whole school made their way to Meredith Primary School for a combined excursion to Ecolinc in Bacchus Marsh. It was a long and winding road, and the students were very happy when we arrived at the venue. Our students broke off into two groups and worked with students from Meredith to learn about different topics.

The junior students learnt about dinosaurs, but more specifically, dinosaurs that existed in Australia. They spent time looking at their features and being scientists to decide what they would have used those features for (such as attack or protection) and if they ate meat (carnivores) or ate plants (herbivores). They were palaeontologists and found fossils by moving sand away from bones, and they also looked at the lifecycle of dinosaurs (hatching from eggs).

The senior students learnt about Australian Indigenous plants. They learnt about the traditional uses of these plants, such as for food, medicine, and crafting materials.

The students went on a walk around Ecolinc’s wetlands area,

identifying different plants and considering what they could be used for. They were also able to participate in planting seeds and potting seedlings of native plants.

Although the schools’ ANZAC service was not held in Bannockburn this year, our students paid tribute to this day all the same. They talked about why we observe ANZAC Day each year and looked at some items that we might associate with soldiers in past conflicts. They created their own postage stamps, depicting what ANZAC Day means to them. The students also cooked yummy, chewy ANZAC biscuits.

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INVERLEIGH SENIORS

Meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall @ Midday on 2nd Thursday each Month for a Meeting, guest speaker and afternoon tea.

4th Thursday each month for an outing.

Thursday 13th May @ Midday.

Light lunch provided for $5,Guest Speaker from Golden Plains Shire.

Thursday 27th May we have lunch at Lara Hotel, followed by a visit to Kevin Hoffman Walk in Lara. (Meet at Inv. Hall at 11:45 to Carpool or meet at hotel 12:30pm). for more info: Pres. PeterT 0407 100 791 Sect.Joy Gray 5265 1566

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24 Leigh News MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS

are held in INVERLEIGH on December 12th January 9th February 13th March 13th 9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN @ St. Mary MacKillop School 4th Saturday each Month

CWA

NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH Est. 14th July 2014

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

All ages welcome.

It is not an “oldies” group.

If you are interested in attending

please contact: Shirley 5281 5354

Lions Club of Inverleigh Leigh Valley 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.

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 davostowing@gmail.com.

NOTICEBOARD ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH During MAY all Red and YELLOW clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains.

Closed School Holidays All donations can be left at the shop door or during opening hours.

OPENING HOURS: Monday 1-4pm , Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/St.PaulsSurpriseShop The volunteers, who operate this shop welcome and thank you for your donations, which help many in the community by providing clothes and other goods at very reasonable prices.

It has been disappointing recently to receive some goods, particularly large plastic childrens’ toys with wheels and clothes, which are not in a condition to sell. They have to be disposed of by the volunteers, sometimes at considerable cost. A reminder that electrical goods cannot be donated as the shop cannot sell them.

So, please look carefully at your goods before donating them to us and if they are not in good condition dispose of them yourself.

Thank you.

Op Shop Volunteers

Golden Plains Baha’i Community

The Baha’i Faith upholds the oneness of God, the oneness of Religion and the oneness of mankind.

Religion should unite all hearts and bring spirituality and world peace.

The equality of men and women is essential to create peace.

Spiritual education for all.

We have no clergy as it is up to each person to investigate truth for himself.

“The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens” Baha’u’llah For more information: bahai.org or Bannockburn 52 812 102, Teesdale 52 815 143, or Ross Creek 53 420 286

Justices of the Peace

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

Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204 Mr Rod McKenzie 7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704 Mr Stephen Gilligan SHELFORD Ph: 0409 432 933

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

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

ph: 5286 1230 mobile : 0417 319 556 28 Lawler Street Meredith 3333

parishofmeredith@bigpond.com Mass Times

Bookings not required for Mass. Proper Hand/Cough hygiene, Masks and 1.5 m distancing required.

Masses at St. Joseph’s Live Streamed Tue. 9am St. Mary MacKillop Church, Bannockburn Wed. 11am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Thu. 9am St. Mary MacKillop Church, Bannockburn with School Fri. 11am St. Joseph’s, Meredith Sat. 6pm St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea Sun. 9am St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn Sun. 2/5 and 16/5, 30/5, 11am St. Brigid's, Anakie Sun. 10/5 and 24/5 11am St. Joseph’s , Meredith Pentecost Masses: Winchelsea St. John the Baptist, Saturday 22/5, 6 pm Bannockburn St Mary MacKillop 23/5, 9:00 am Meredith St. Joseph’s , Sunday 23/5, 11 am Other Sacraments: •Reconciliation, Anointing, Baptisms, Matrimony, Funerals call: 5286 1230 for details.

•Sacramental program (Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation) will be operating.

Call the office for details/ timing/ enrolment.

Weekly Bus Service

provided for residents without transport to shop in Geelong!

The Bus leaves the Inverleigh Hall

Every FRIDAY at 9:30 am and leaves Geelong at 2:15pm for the return trip.

Just use your MYKI Card.

Can You Help Here?

Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained.

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

If so, please contact:

Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240

LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale

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

(2 Corinthians 4.5)

Sunday Service at Inverleigh 10 am.

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

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

Phone 13 11 14

LIFELINE

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Anglican Church Inverleigh Church Services each Sunday 9am Inverleigh 11am Bannockburn 5pm Meredith 38 High Street, Inverleigh Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559 John Bolitho 0418 319 695

Inverleigh and District

Red Cross

Red Cross is able to begin meeting again in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm.

The dates for the year are as follows : April 12. June 21.

August 9 at 12 noon for AGM, October 11. December 13.

(Xmas Lunch to be decided.)

Sec Cathy Altmann 0409 024 578 President &Chairperson: Barb Meek 0409 050 046

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

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

Anne-Maree Tarbett

0417 512 240

INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH Welcomes existing and new members alike.

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

Contact Brooke for details of meeting times once restrictions ease. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Brooke Wauchope Ph 0431 006 761

26 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

Tai Chi @

Teesdale Community Hall Thursday’s 9.30am phone: 0414 944 926

NOTICEBOARD KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE

Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club

Bring a craft, learn a new craft or come for a walk, chat and cuppa.

We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall

We have 2 tracks:

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

*BYO craft and lunch *Tea & Coffee provided.

Cost $5 Joining fee. $3 per session Contact Lesley 0400 547 157 or Pat 0417 339 161

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

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

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

(NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)

St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.

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

VICTORIA PARK wish to advise

the Scrap Bin is CLOSED at present due to Covid 19.

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.

Agriculture Victoria has responded to detections of avian influenza and salmonella in the past 12 months. Backyard chooks are susceptible to both.

If you have a few chickens at home there are a couple of steps you can take to help protect your birds and your family from disease.

To keep your birds healthy, regularly clean your chicken coop and frequently replace the nesting materials.

Try to avoid contact between your chicken and wild birds, rodents or pets as these can spread disease.

Keep the feed and water clean of animal waste. Your birds should drink the same water as you and the feed should be from a reputable feed mill.

Keep records of where you buy your chooks from and records of who you give away or sell your eggs to.

To keep your family healthy, wash your hands after handling birds, eggs and other materials in the coop.

Collect eggs daily and discard any dirty or cracked eggs. Slightly soiled eggs can be cleaned with a cloth.

Refrigerate your eggs until they are ready for use, in a clean carton if possible and cook them thoroughly. https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/animal-diseases/poultry-diseases/keeping-backyard-poultry

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Matthew Carr Painter & Decorator

Interior, Exterior, Repaints and Wallpapering Fully qualified Quality workmanship

0438 559 635 8 McCallum Rd Inverleigh

Accidents happen on farms every day, but they don’t have to.

You can prevent accidents, you can prevent deaths.

Visit the WorkSafe Victoria website to find safety support for your farm.

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Postal: P.O. Box 40, Winchelsea 3241 Tel: (03) 5267 2673 Fax: (03) 5267 2465 Email: winch@surftax.com.au Certified Practicing Accountants

28 Leigh News Nick Tarbett ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

0403 640 880 ndtelectricalservices@gmail.com Specialising in all aspects of electrical services

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

David and Isabell are available to answer all your questions related to moving cars and machinery.

Give them a call

0429 958 769

Paul Corcoran 0416 491 546 Paul O Grady 0414 932 018

57 Rankin Road, Inverleigh.

Instagram @paulsbricklayinggeelong Email: paulsbricklayinggeelong@gmail.com

MUSHROOM COMPOST is now available Contact Peter or Dianne 5265 1757 or 0418 514 926 to arrange for pick up from Inverleigh Shelford Road INVERLEIGH

PERSONALISED SERVICE 24 HOURS Phone 13 19 24

NOW AVAILABLE 8 Seater maxi-cab, plus wheelchair access

$4 per Bag or $50 per M3

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TABLE OF CONTENTS •Rat Bait Poisoning and Pets

Rat Bait Poisoning and Pets

Rat baits are dangerous and potentially deadly to animals when consumed. The baits are normally flavoured to make them attractive to rodents and these can entice other animals to eat them.

IN OTHER NEWS Bathing your pet

There are some major differences between canine skin and human skin.

Therefore, we need to use specific veterinary products for our dog's skin. pH: Canine skin has a pH of 6.2 Human skin has a pH of 5.5.

A good quality shampoo should be pH balanced to the pet.

Your pet could develop rat bait poisoning if they eat rat bait directly or if they eat tissue from an animal that has consumed rat bait.

Rat bait toxicity is one of the most common causes of pet poisonings. Rat bait is a silent killer. Unlike snail bait which causes violent symptoms within minutes after ingestion, most rat bait takes 3-5 days before it starts to take effect.

The clinical signs of rat bait poisoning may vary depending on the size of your dog or cat, and how much and what kind of bait they have ingested. The most common rat baits are anti-coagulants that stop blood from clotting normally, resulting in excessive bleeding.

Clinical signs may include:

Bloody faeces or urine

Nose bleeds Lethargy Vomiting Coughing

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The outer layer of canine skin is much thinner than human skin. This means that the delicate skin on our pets needs to be treated and washed with veterinary specific products.

These are less likely to strip oils from the coat and less likely to disrupt the normal function of the skin.

We have a wide range of Dermcare products at the clinic and our nurses are happy to help you with the right choice for your dog's coat.!

Pale gums Wobbliness

Distended abdomen from bleeding into the abdomen.

Continued bleeding from small wounds or cuts.

If you see your pet ingest rat bait or have any concerns they may have had acces to rat bait contact the clinic immediately.

Treatment:

Treatment depends on the severity of the toxicity and timing of ingestion. If you can take note of the following information it can be very helpful.

Time of exposure

Brand name

Active ingredients and their concentration.

Approximately how much is missing from the pack

Bring the package with you if possible Treatment may include :

Inducing vomiting.

Blood being taken for a clotting test to assess for anaemia.

Treatment may be as simple as giving Vitamin K tablets for 3-6 weeks or may require more intensive treatment such as hospitalisation on iv fluids and blood tranfusions.

Rat bait poisoning can be treated but seeking Veterinary treatment immediately is critical.

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Leigh News 33 Get your weekends back and enjoy coming home to a neat and tidy Garden.

Ride on Mowing, Rubbish Removal, Weeding, General Handy Man Jobs.

ABN, Fully Insured and an Inverleigh Local!

34 Leigh News First Rate Clotheslines Sales & Installations A Quality

Stockist and authorized installer.

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

James Richardson:

0408 656 898

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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

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DES GUINANE FCPA

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

Danny’s Firewood & Tree Ser vices *Sugar Gum Firewood.

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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Our new Complete Home Loan… …takes care of you completely. Great rates and 100% offset make the Complete Home Loan one of our most exciting home loans yet!

So whether you’re buying your first or next home, refinancing or investing, the Complete Home Loan has you covered.

Chat to a home loan specialist today, phone Community Bank Winchelsea on 03 5267 3189 or search Bendigo Bank home loans.

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16 High Street Bannockburn VIC 3331 Tel: 03 5281 1481 Fax: 03 5281 1978 www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au Dr Cameron Profitt Dr Margaret Somerville Dr Andrew Bell Dr Samantha Buchholz Dr John Henderson Dr Carolyn Grigg Dr Benjamin Fry Dr Rupali Jain COVID 19 During these times our practice opening hours vary significantly. Please phone the clinic or book online for all available appointments.

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

We are an accredited teaching practice, training future GPs. Our current Registrar doctor is Dr Veronica Stubbs We also offer the following services Diabetes Education: Jessica O’Shannassy Precise Podiatry: Peter Angelucci Speech Pathology – Ceri Webb Q fever (Testing & Vaccines) Yellow fever (Vaccine) New patients welcome

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G olde n Pe ns – Wr i te Side Up

G'Day from the Golden Penners for another month. The group members have been very busy over the last month with things other than writing.

We have had one member who has celebrated a wedding anniversary, congratulations to them.

Another member has just become the owner of a new puppy, how much fun is that going to be. I bumped into her at the pizza place in Bannockburn and she told me she had been too busy to cook tea, too busy playing with her new pup!

Another member has just welcomed a brand new granddaughter into the world and she is so happy. Congrats to her and her family.

One of our newest members is doing a photography course and he is very busy snapping away.

Our resident model maker has a full time job featuring his models on various facebook pages and he is doing very well getting featured

regularly, and I have been busy painting, (walls, not pictures). But we have been writing as well and even though we have our thoughts on other things we have been turning in some great works.

So with that in mind this months ditty comes from Karen and it is short but sweet.

If your older now and can't touch your toes Don't tell anyone nobody knows Keep it a secret nobody cares Don't put it on facebook It won't get the shares If your waiting for me to get to the point You've run out of luck in this little joint

You can contact us via our facebook page GoldenPens – Write Side Up or you can send an email to goldenpens4@gmail.com So until next month, happy writing

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Tuesdays & Fridays 10am-4pm other times welcome by appointment. please phone ahead for fruit availability

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We are open: Phone: 4217 3810 Tuesday's 9am till 7:30pm

Friday's 9am to 4pm Saturdays: by appointment.

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

Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm Friday's 9am to 4pm Winter Sports are approaching too.

Make an appointment now for Mouth Guards

General & Children's Dentistry Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Dentures - new, repairs & relines

Creating bright smiles for the whole family

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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

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

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

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STAND PIPE – WATER PUMP

KEY HOLDERS NOTICE

Invoices have been sent to all key holders by post or email.

The annual fee is $44 for 2021.

This should be paid before the 31st March 2021 this being the end of the IPA financial year 2020-2021.

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

When payment is made by direct debit please make sure the invoice number is quoted.

A list of key holders and payments will be placed on the notice board inside the pump shed.

Enjoy the new facilities.

Tony Waayers Treasurer IPA

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

INVERLEIGH AREA Geelong & District Carriage Drivers Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com 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 Inverleigh Historical Society Katrina Robson 0400 527 352 Liz McDonald 5265 1270 Inverleigh Playgroup President: Suzy 0431 080 977 Secretary: Deb 0428 794 500 Inverleigh Progress Assoc.

President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384 Secretary: Luanne Thornton 5265 1256 Inverleigh Riding Club Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch President: Deema Johnston 5281 1106 Inverleigh Tennis Club Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690 Leigh District Landcare Group Sec: Maxine Campbell 5265 1210 Leigh District Riding Club Leesa Phone 5265 1024 Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Denise Cook ph. 0419 103 196

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 Before and After School Care from 7.30am to 8.45am. - 3.15pm to 6pm Teesdale Primary. 5281 5218 CWA Native Hut Branch Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354 Leighdale Equestrian Centre Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012 Leighdale Pony Club Inc. Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169 Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454

SES Emergency 000 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 B’burn Vet 5281 1221 B’burn Taxi 5281 1777 Barwon Water 1300 656 007

Teesdale Branch Liberal Party Charlie Hartup 5281 5222

Power Failure 13 24 12

Teesdale Cricket Club Alister Woods. 0439 395 456

Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564

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

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

BANNOCKBURN AREA

Advertisers Index Accountant 18,36 Ag Spraying 32 Banking 37 Berries 40 Bricklaying 29 Builder 11 Butcher 48 Cartage 23 Cafe & Store 35 CCTV & Alarms 45 Chemist 9,42 Chooks 18 Church Notices 25 Clotheslines 34 Compost 29 Concreting 36 CWA 25 Data Cabling 45 Dental 40 Doctor & Health Serv.

18,37,41 Dog Grooming 23 Driver Tuition 28 Earthmoving 34 Electrician 22,28 Equine 38 Excavation 21 Firewood 36 Flowers 11 Food Swaps 24 Funeral Director 19 Grain 33 Garden Supplies 35 Gardening 33 Gymnasium 7 Hall Hire 25 Hot Water 28 Interior Design 8 Justice of the Peace 24 Legal Services 39 Motor Mechanic 39 Mowers 45 NBN Setup 45 OSHC 24 Painter & Decorator 27,34 Playgroup 20 Plumbing Services 19,23,27,39 Probus 27 Rainfall 8 Real Est. 7,42,46,48 Skip Bin Hire 20 Septic Services 41 Smug Rugs 33 Storage Lockers 43 Taxi 29 Tax Returns 27 Towing 29 Tree Services 36 Tyres 36 Veterinary 30,31

An independent agency specialising in quality residential Bannockburn Probus Club you would like your Club and rural Iflifestyle property.

Shirley Wild (Pres) 0447 873 763 Bannockburn Men's Shed Syd McConachey (Pres) Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731

Sandra Bance (Sect) 0490 049 953

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

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