INVERLEIGH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION next meeting : 17th May 2023 7 :30pm@ Inverleigh Public Hall Leigh News An Inverleigh Progress Association Publication MAY 2023 Volume 49 Number 4 ISSN 0313-8453 inverleigh.org.au FREE Page 3 Unveiling Dr Vera Scantlebury Brown Statue Page 7 Inverleigh Exercise Group relocates to Public Hall Page 7 Calendar Article Page 9 ZINEverleigh Fair Page 19
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Settle COMING SOON: INVERLEIGH ACTIVE YOUTH SPACE Member Eureka for MP 15 Main Road, Bakery Hill VIC 3350 michaela.settle@parliament.vic.gov.au 5331 7722 MichaelaSettleMP Upgraded skate park Social basketball courts Communitydriven project
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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: James Manche
Treasurer: Tony Waayers
Leigh News Editor: Peter Trevaskis
The Progress Association has been actively working towards improving the amenity of Inverleigh for over 40 years. Of course all such organisations need volunteers and the Association is no exception. Without them nothing happens. If you have some ideas for the town you would like to achieve, you are welcome to join us and help achieve them.
Some of the projects completed by the Progress Association include:
The Federation Bridge which was built to commemorate the centenary of Federation in 2001. Walking Tracks were established with lots of support from the community, including fencing and tree planting. Public Toilets Progress Association members worked for many years with Council to have the old toilets removed and a new block built, which did not detract from the entrance to our town. They are used more than any other toilets in the Shire.
The Clock a new clock was recently installed on the clock tower in our main street, clearly visable from the General Store across the road.
Town Entrance Signs. IPA worked for many years to procure the 2 Entrance Signs (Hamilton Highway East and West) welcoming travellers to our town.
The Inverleigh Historical Society was formed in 2004. It operates under the auspices of the Inverleigh Mechanics Institute and Public Hall Committee.
Our Aims are to collect and preserve items of local historic interest and to promote research and interest in local history.
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VISITORS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
We welcome all donations to our collection or the opportunity to copy material. We are most grateful to the many people who have kept the Historical Society in mind as they sorted through their own collections. We undertake many interesting projects and have enjoyable meetings, which you are welcome to attend.
Peter’s Editorial
Check out the details of the Inverleigh Seniors Exercise Group (Page 19). This group has been functioning for some time now in the Presbyterian Church Hall and has now relocated to the Inverleigh Public Hall. I have been attending this group myself for quite a while now and with our new Exercise Guru, Jaxon, from Hesse Health, I have been getting a good workout each week. The group is open for anyone looking for low impact excercise training, and with new Weights, Bands and other challenges such as Balance exercises, you get your monies worth. Just $2 per session, meeting on a Thursday at 10am until 10:30 in the Inverleigh Public Hall, followed by Coffee and fellowship together at Sonny Cafe. Come and give it a try. You might surprise yourself.
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Dr Vera Scantlebury Brown
On Tuesday 18th April quite a large crowd gathered under the oak trees of the Linton Avenue of Honour for the unveiling of a bronze statue of Dr Vera. Golden Plains Mayor, Brett Cunningham was the MC and the Victorian Minister for Women, Natalie Hutchins unveiled the statue with local bronze sculptor, Lucy McEachern. Lucy only had 5 photographs to help her as she made the original sculpture, which was about 600mm high. A 3D scan was made of this and enlarged to life size and caste in bronze with a grey patina, which looks somber, but lovely. The sculpture stands on a concrete pad and will be surrounded by native plants in the near future.
Linton Historical Society President, Dr Jill Wheeler had advocated to have this woman recognized, both because of her amazing career and that there are only 11 statues of Women in Victoria, but over 600 of men and dogs. This monument will attract tourists to Linton and recognize the career of Vera Scantlebury Brown.
Vera was born in Linton in 1889. Her father was a medical practitioner, who took mentally handicapped people into his home. This had a lasting impression on his daughter and she studied at Melbourne University, graduating in 1914 with an M.B. and a B.S. She was appointed resident medical officer at the Melbourne Hospital and in 1915 joined the Children’s Hospital. In 1917 she went to
Inverleigh Exercise Group
Meeting every Thursday at 10am, this Exercise group has been operating for over 5 years under the direction of Staff from Hesse Rural Health.
Commencing originally as a walking group, the need for indoor activity over the winter months saw the group locate in the Presbyterian Church Hall.
Numbers have continually grown and the time has come to relocate to the Inverleigh Public Hall. Led by qualified staff from Hesse Rural Health, and with more space available, comes the challenge of new equipment. Those involved have embraced the change of location and the challenge of heavier weights and now, resistance bands too, leaves all who attend knowing that they have exercised muscles they perhap have not used for a while.
Come along and meet our trainer, Jaxon and see what you can achieve in 30 minutes.
Place: Inverleigh Public Hall Supper Room
Time:Thursdays 10am to 10:30.
Cost: $2 per person.
England and worked with the Royal Army Medical Corps as assistant surgeon at the Endell Street Military Hospital, as she was not permitted to join the Australian Army medical service as a woman.
She returned to Melbourne in 1919 and worked at various hospitals, in many cases in an honorary capacity. Her particular interest was infant health and she was instrumental in setting up early infant welfare centres. She also worked tirelessly to encourage and support expectant mothers to attend pre and antenatal services and extended the care of children to include preschool.
She married a Doctor, Edward Byam Brown in 1926 and he supported her in all her work. She received an O.B.E. in 1938 and is remembered with an annual travelling scholarship, the Vera Scantlebury Brown Child Welfare Memorial Trust as well as for her pioneering work.
I encourage anyone travelling through Linton to take time to view this work of art.
Luanne Thornton
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Inverleigh Food Swap
Fresh and Colourful
The Inverleigh Historical Society calendar for May is a colourful representation of the array of produce excess to needs in our community, and all with minimum ‘food miles’.
Inverleigh Food Swap has now been operating on a regular basis for over 6 years. A big thanks to all the keen gardeners that come along to our swaps on the 2nd Saturday of each month at Sonny Wholefood store & Cafe 15a High Street Inverleigh 9.30am to 10am.
The table of swapped produce is regularly overflowing. Items such as fresh, locally grown produce, egg cartons, seeds, seedlings, cuttings, recipes, worm juice, gardening magazines and much more are swapped freely. Personally, I consider the swapping of ideas, tips, tricks and gardening wisdom to be the prized swap. Each month, I feel as though I walk away with something new to try in the garden. After all, gardening is somewhat trial and error, but local knowledge is gold! It's always great to see kids get excited about favourite foods (eating straight off the table) or seeds being swapped, encouraging the next generation of local gardeners within the community!
Thank you to Shaun & Amy at Sonny for hosting our Food Swaps each month. We look forward to seeing more locals at the next swap. Stay for as little or as long as you like. Bring what you can and take what you need. Please come along even if you don't
have anything to swap, sometimes the gardens are quiet and produce less. That's ok. The aim of the Food Swap is to create community connections, healthy lifestyles and a sustainable approach to living, but most of all sharing what we have with others.
Inverleigh Food Swap: 2nd Saturday of each month - 9:30am to 10am at Sonny Wholefood & Cafe 15a High Street Inverleigh.
Find us on Instagram: Food Swap Inverleigh or Facebook: Inverleigh
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The Inverleigh Historical Society calendar has been produced since 2009 supported by monthly articles for the Leigh News. If you wish to contribute a suitable image for 2024 please contact inverleighhistsoc@gmail.com. We are always on the lookout for local stories.
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Friday. 10am to 2pm, Sat. 10am to 1pm, Sun. 10am to 1pm Monday to Thursday appointments can be made to open, just contact Wendy, on 0407 350 437 or enquire within the store.
Locally owned and operated by Wendy De Francesco, this shop is located at Shop 1/29 High Street, Inverleigh (next to the CFA).
Local Creations specializes in upcycled furniture and home décor, they also offer a custom furniture painting service with various styles that can be enquired in the store.
Local Creations has a range of stock and also supports small local businesses with items ranging from handmade:
-Candles -Soaps -Skin Care Products - Tote Bags
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Ross & Caroline Wilson of Shelford and Mora Leach of Inverleigh for faithfully supplying the monthly rainfall figures. Your efforts are very much appreciated.
Golden Pens - Write side up
G’Day from the penners for May 2023, I know I say it every year, but boy! isn’t the year flying by, again. This month’s poem was written by Peter Wilding, a clever little chap who keeps us guessing at our group meetings, one never knows how he will approach the subject at hand, he certainly keeps us on our toes. Hope you enjoy this little ditty from him.
Regards Wendy. goldenpens4@gmail.com
Good Morning or G’day?
When do you say “Good Morning”? And when do you say “G’day”?
It’s hard to tell these days With all the development out our way. You’re walking along and you greet someone In the cheery country way, And they give you this weird look Like they’re thinking “What did he say?”
Further along you see someone else; A townie, so you’d think, A “Good Morning” kind of person, Not one for a nod and a wink. So, you give the formal greeting. But your feelings kind of sink, When you get a “G’day” back from them. Oh dear, what must they think!
Then you see a mate you know well, And you give a hearty sigh. Safe here! I know this fella, He’s definitely a “G’day” guy. You exchange that Aussie greeting, And your feelings soar on high. But he can’t talk – gotta go now! So, you wave a sad goodbye.
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Join us for some fun this Autumn
Inverleigh Playgroup welcomes all parents, grandparents and carers with children aged 0-4. Come along and try a session!
We run a weekly play session which brings families together to learn and develop through informal play activities and social interaction. Our aim is to provide a variety of experiences, toys and activities for children to enjoy, and create an inclusive atmosphere where care givers can have a hot drink, relax and build connections that last beyond playgroup. New members are always welcome, we hope to see you at a session soon!
Please join our Facebook page to keep up to date with weekly events and special announcements!
When: Wednesdays during school terms
Time: 9.15 – 11.15am
Where: Inverleigh Public Hall
Cost: $5 per family
What to bring: Please bring a piece of fruit to be cut and shared, a drink bottle and a hat Tea & coffee provided
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Inverleigh Playgroup Contact: Holly Windle 0432 632 130 (President)
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Hinterland Art School Winchelsea acknowledges the support of DEVELOP: 2022 Arts Development Seed Fund
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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 $4 per Bag or $50 per M3
POLICE REPORT FOR MAY 2023
Hello all,
I have been on leave for the last two weeks but have now returned and caught a drink driver at excessive speed on my first night back (Anzac day).
Since the last article there have been some minor changes to e scooter laws:
Legal e-scooter use
You can legally ride an e-scooter in Victoria if:
•you ride on shared-use paths (not on footpaths) and roads up to and including 60km/h
•you are at least 16 years old
•you wear a helmet
•you do not travel more than 20km/h
•you do not use your mobile phone
•you do not carry a passenger (dinking).
Legal e-scooter definition
A legal e-scooter is defined as a vehicle designed for use by one person and:
•has a maximum speed capability of 25 kilometres per hour when ridden on level ground
•transports a person while the person is standing
•has 2 wheels (one in front of the other)
•has a footboard between the front and rear wheels
INVERLEIGH RED CROSS NEWS
With your support, Red Cross can be there for people and communities.
In 2022, we made a difference to so many lives. We supported more than 300,000 people before, during and after disasters. This could be through our Register. Find. Reunite service, or our people on the ground during fires and floods. After events we provide Psychological support to people, sometimes for YEARS after a traumatic event. 2019 fires is one example of this, and is still ongoing.
Red Cross provide support for migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum. 47000 plus people received support from 165 countries.
We also don’t forget those that need help to escape domestic violence providing emergency relief payments. As March was Red Cross Calling month, Inverleigh collected $1093.00 at the Bannockburn supermarket where our volunteers sat on several occasions. This money goes towards SO many local community needs.
These monies help with Patient Transport to
•is steered by means of a handlebar
•can be propelled by one or both of the following:
• one or more electric motors
• person pushing one foot against the ground.
An e-scooter that falls outside the scope of this definition is considered an unregistered motor vehicle and is liable to significant penalties. In particular, the e-scooter must not exceed the maximum speed capability of 25 kilometres per hour.
I have also had some complaints of off road motorcycles being ridden by youths in the vicinity of Cleveland Drive and one related to them being ridden at night in the dark.
Off road motorcycles can only be ridden on private property or authorised motorcross tracks only. For a motorcycle to be ridden on the road or on public land (The Common) motorcycles need to be registered and the riders licensed. Heavy fines apply for unlicensed and unregistered.
hospitals and medical appointments, deliver meals to those in need. 180,000 meals were delivered in 2022 alone.
Help is also given to people needing social support. 225,000 hours were given to social support in 2022 and 1300 hours supported in the justice system.
We thank those who help OUR BRANCH with donations. Our money is utilised in an appropriate manner to the needs of so many individuals. We are always on the lookout for new Members. If you think you would like to join our great organization, please contact Heather on 0408 521 090.
Heather Bogie. Chairman.
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Keep safe Chris
Date: Thursday, 04 May, 2023
Time: 9.45am Registration for a 10.00am Start
Clinics will run for approximately 2hrs
No Clubs? No Worries! We can provide golf clubs and balls if needed – just come along and enjoy!
Ladies, Give Golf a Go!
Inverleigh Golf Club is pleased to announce that Golf Professional Vicky Uwland will be conducting a FREE clinic for Ladies. The Clinic is for beginners, no matter what age, so don’t worry if you haven’t played before. Come along and join in the friendly atmosphere at Inverleigh Golf Club and learn how to play golf with female tuition
Please contact Deb Nicholls (0439 031 103) for enquiries and bookings.
Ripple Pool Inspections are a Registered Building Inspector specialising in "Pool Safety Barriers" in this area. Current regulations require existing and new Pool installations to be checked and certified that they meet all current Goverment Standards. Ripple Pool Inspections are "Victorian Building Authority Registered" business and are a Qualified Building Surveyor. As a local Inverleigh family owned business, RPI are able to supply Compliance certificates issued for Golden Plains Shire, Surfcoast Shire, City of Greater Geelong and more. Call Rob: 0466 505 006 www.ripplepoolinspections.com.au
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Autumn has arrived.
With the colder weather arriving and some recent rain the fire restriction period was removed in mid April. This now allows you to burn rubbish and have campfires with out any permits or penalties.
It does not however remove the need for common sense when having a fire, this time of the year can be quite busy for the fire brigade because of escaped burns, unattended, or out of control fires and threatening other assets fires . Nearly all these sort of call outs are because somebody has been careless or not managed the burn properly. Managing a burn is not that hard and at the moment when everything is green the chance of a fire escaping is remote. Never the less, it is wise to monitor the burn to make sure it does what it should be doing.
Simply having a hose nearby or a shovel is usually all it takes and regular checking of it to make sure it is burning properly and maybe push it up a bit so everything burns completely is all that is required. If it is a big burn, then registering it with Fire Victoria is a good idea.
Inverleigh fire brigade is about to commence a Junior programme where we are encouraging children aged between 11 and under 16 with an interest in Fire brigade activities to come along and participate and learn
about the fire brigade and gain skills that will help them become better community members.
The activities will be conducted by trained competent members with working with children accreditation and will cover things like,
•Participate in basic training skills of fire fighting equipment.
•Learn about what the equipment on the trucks is used for.
•Learn about fire safety around the home.
•Learn about what the brigade does, eg fires, first aid.
•Basic fun activities and games with a fire brigade theme.
•Help with certain brigade events.
•And many other interesting and challenging activities.
They will not be allowed to attend fire call outs or participate in any dangerous activities. If you have any children who might be interested in being part of this new programme then we are conducting a sausage sizzle and information night on, Monday 22 May at 5.30 pm at the Fire Station.
Ewen Peel.
Story Time at the Library
Bannockburn Library
Story Time at the library is a wonderful opportunity for you and your preschooler to enhance many important areas of a child’s early development. They will begin developing letter awareness through our Letter of the Week activity and refine their fine motor skills through activities after reading and singing.
Please join us at Bannockburn Library for Story Time for a world of fun and learning.
Book Chat
Last Monday of the month, 10:30 am-11:30am
Bannockburn Library
Join fellow book lovers for all things books every month at your Library! Listen to recommendations from others and share your own.
National Simultaneous Story Time
Wednesday 24 May, 10:30am-11:15am
Bannockburn Library
Every Thursday during school term 10:30am-11:15am
Bring the family and join Mayor, Cr Brett Cunningham as he reads The Speedy Sloth at the very same time as thousands of others across Australia. Register online www.grlc.vic.gov.au.
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www.grlc.vic.gov.au
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We would love to see you all at the Zine fair. It should be a great day - come down to the Inverleigh Public Hall on Saturday, June 3rd from 10am - 2pm.
Along with a range of artists and stall holders, there will also be a Food Truck, Workshops, Stallholders, and Badge making- with a free badge for Inverleigh Primary School students. Look forward to seeing you there.
More info at instagram.com/zineverleigh or facebook.com/zineverleigh
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INVITATION
To hear a talk by well-known botanist and author
LEON COSTERMANS
Phone: 0407 850 041
We are based in Inverleigh.
Presented by Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve
TEESDALE COMMUNITY HALL
7 pm THURSDAY MAY 25
All welcome No entry charge
Leon’s talk will be preceded by the Annual Meeting of the Friends of Inverleigh Nature Conservation Reserve, to which everyone is welcome. The meeting will include a report from a Parks Victoria Ranger on their activities in the Reserve over the past year. Other parts of the Annual Meeting will be very brief. If you’d like to hear Leon Costermans but not be present for the Annual Meeting, you could come at about 7.45 - 8 pm.
Tea/coffee and something to nibble will follow Leon’s talk.
For catering purposes RSVP is encouraged: Keith Windle phone/SMS 0429651298 or windle.keith@gmail.com
Leon will have some of his books for sale on the night.
Leon is well known for his work on the identification of eucalypts, including illustrating and publishing his best-selling and well-loved book Native Trees and Shrubs of South-Eastern Australia His latest book is ‘Stories Beneath Our Feet’ (2022), which is intended for land managers, teachers and senior students of environmental subjects, ecologists, naturalists, tour group leaders, outdoor activity leaders, or simply interested travellers. It examines the stories behind the wide range of landforms, rock types and life forms through geological time, and emphasises geological influences in ecosystems.
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From the Mayor’s Desk MAY 2023
Council is now inviting residents to have their say on the Golden Plains Shire Draft Budget
2023/24 (Draft Budget).
At the Council meeting on Wednesday 26 April, 2023, Councillors endorsed the Draft Budget for public exhibition.
Copies of the Draft Budget are available on Council’s website and at Council’s Customer Hubs at 2 Pope Street, Bannockburn and 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale.
In May, Council’s Finance team will host an online engagement forum to advise on the budget submission process and provide an opportunity for questions on the Draft Budget.
Details of the online forum can be found on Council’s website, with the link to be posted the day prior to the engagement; visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE COUNCIL
Written submissions may be lodged by 9am, Monday 29 May, 2023. Post a submission addressed to Director Corporate Services, Golden Plains Shire Council, PO Box 111, Bannockburn, VIC 3331, email enquiries@gplains.vic.gov. au; or visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/ consultations
Council will hold a meeting at the Golden Plains Civic Centre, 2 Pope Street, Bannockburn at 6pm, Tuesday 6 June, and everyone who lodges a written submission may request to present it to Councillors.
The final Budget 2023/24 will be considered for adoption by Council at its meeting in Bannockburn on Tuesday 27 June, 2023.
Along with the preparation and endorsement of the Draft Budget, April was a busy month for myself and my fellow Councillors as we got out and about across the Shire for a number of events including the ANZAC Day services throughout the Shire and the National Volunteers Week celebration.
I was also delighted to attend the unveiling of the 1.75m bronze sculpture
Council is hosting two free community grant writing workshops to assist community members with developing quality project plans and enhancing their chances of preparing successful grant applications.
The workshops will be facilitated by Simon Coutts from Grantus and Council officers who will guide participants on the grant writing process and help community members identify the most suitable grants for their projects. The grant writing workshops will also introduce attendees to
2 Pope Street, Bannockburn, VIC 3331
of Linton-born war surgeon and Victoria’s first Director of Infant and Maternal Health, Dr Vera Scantlebury Brown OBE, in Linton.
Unveiled by the Hon Natalie Hutchins MP, Minister for Women, and sculpted by local artist Lucy McEachern, the sculpture is a valuable addition to the historic Linton township and is an important step towards recognising women’s leadership and service across the Shire.
Driven by the community, with support from the Linton and District Historical Society, the artwork is funded by $116,811 from the Victorian Government’s Victorian Women’s Public Art Program with an additional $39,575 (including $9,680 in-kind) contribution from Council.
I would encourage all residents, and visitors to Golden Plains, to visit the impressive sculpture, located in the Avenue of Honour, on their next trip to Linton.
Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham
the Grant Finder system which is designed to find the most suitable grant for individual groups or organisations. Workshops will be held on:
• Monday 8 May from 6 – 7.30pm at the Bannockburn Cultural Centre, 25-27 High Street Bannockburn
• Friday 9 June from 10.30am – 12pm at The Well, 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale
To register, please visit goldenplains.vic.gov.au/events, email communitygrants@gplains.vic.gov.au or call 5220 7111.
5220 7111
enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au
goldenplains.vic.gov.au
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GoldenPlainsShire GoldenPlainsMayor lovegoldenplains
19 Heales Street, Smythesdale, VIC 3351
NEWS
"Allied and Specialist Health Clinic" in Winchelsea
Services Include:
Dr Kathryn McLeod -Renal Physician. Call 5229 8550, (you need a referral from your GP) BCYF - Mental Health Clinician
BCYF Mental Health Service is free and accessible with a referral from the Medical Clinic
Stacey Hall - Osteopathy. renewosteopathy.com or call Stacey 0493 443 066
Tahlia Berg - Physiotherapy www.geelongsportsmedicinecentre.com.au or call 5292 1917
Joy Brennan - Hypnotherapy. make an appointment to See Joy on 0400 573 369
Brenton Rees -Exercise Physiolog. Please ring 0428 790 023 for your appointment.
"The Exchange" was the the old Winchelsea Post Office and Telephone Exchange, and is situated adjacent to the very modern Winchelsea Medical Clinic. The Post Office & Exchange was built in 1915 as part of an "economic program" throughout the nation. You can see quite a few of these iconic buildings still in many rural towns to this day. We have refurbished the interior to meet the need for further Medical and Allied Health Services in the region.
Prosper Health Podiatry Danny Hegarty - Podiatrist. Contact Danny on 5209 3238
Ben Featherston - Audiology. Call 5264 7451
Honey Hive - NDIS Activities & Support Program honeyhive.com.au or ring Tania on 0414 247 399
Nick Balic, Osteopath-nick@newtownosteopathy.com.au or book online at: newtownosteopathy.com.au
Georgia Rose - Dietician. She has extra credentialling in Eating Disorders. contact Georgia on 0438 598 058 or online at georgiarose.nutrition@gmail.com
White Lotus offers Traditional Usui/Tibetan Reiki, a practice that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety, and promotes a positive mental state through gentle touch.
Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key), is a Japanese word meaning “Universal Life Energy”, the vital, creative force that flows through everything. When used as a therapy, referred to as The Usui System of Natural Healing, it is an energy balancing technique for improving and maintaining health, based on the principle that a balanced energy system leads to a healthy mind and body.
White Lotus also offers the opportunity to purchase beautiful crystal jewellery, carved crystals and individual pieces of Mother Earth’s natural wonders, ethically sourced from around the world. There is also an array of books and homewares to choose from which can also be viewed on Facebook and Instagram.
FB: Whitelotus Reiki and crystals Instagram: whitelotus_reiki
For further information or to arrange an appointment for Reiki or to personally view crystal shop, contact Jane on 0417 143 669. or email whitelotus_reiki@outlook.com
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White Lotus Reiki and crystals is a small business based in the picturesque township of Inverleigh Vic.
MONTHLY FOOD SWAPS
NOTICEBOARD
ST PAULS SURPRISE SHOP INVERLEIGH
During MAY all BLUE and RED clothing Tickets will be $1, so come on in and grab some awesome bargains. Closed School Holidays
Op Shop Bannockburn have relocating to St. Johns Anglican Church
are held in INVERLEIGH on second Saturday of the month
9:30 to 10:00 @Sonny Cafe and in BANNOCKBURN
@ St. Mary MacKillop School
4th Saturday each Month
CWA
NATIVE HUT NIGHT BRANCH
Est. 14th July 2014
This branch meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at Teesdale Hall, Main Road Teesdale
All ages welcome. It is not an “oldies” group. If you are interested in attending please contact: Shirley 5281 5354
Lions Club of Inverleigh
Leigh Valley
Leigh Valley Lions Club collects newspapers & magazines for recycling.
Funds raised are used for both local & international Lions projects. Community members are asked to deposit their papers in "LIONS" marked wheely bins located at Inverleigh Hall & beside the Bannockburn Library in High St. Pick up of large amounts can be arranged by text or phone to Secretary John Crowe 0414 674 156.
All donations can be left at the shop door or during opening hours.
OPENING HOURS: Monday 1-4pm , Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9am – 1pm Come follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ St.PaulsSurpriseShop
Our volunteers appreciate and thank you for your donations, which provide a valuable trove of inexpensive items for others to purchase.
This is an OPPORTUNITY SHOP, not a TIP. DO NOT leave:- FURNITURE, CAR SEATS, ELECTRICAL GOODS THANK YOU.
INVERLEIGH CHAINSAW SHARPENING SERVICES
For only $10 each Chain you can get your chains looking brand new CALL 0447 516 857 TODAY TO GET YOUR CHAINS READY FOR THE WINTER. DROP OFF OR PICKUP IS AVAILABLE
Golden Plains Baha’i
Community
The Baha’i Faith upholds the oneness of God, the oneness of Religion and the oneness of mankind. Religion should unite all hearts and bring spirituality and world peace. The equality of men and women is essential to create peace.
Spiritual education for all. We have no clergy as it is up to each person to investigate truth for himself. “The earth is but one country and mankind its citizens” Baha’u’llah
For more information:
bahai.org or Bannockburn 52 812 102, Teesdale 52 815 143, or Ross Creek 53 420 286
11 Byron Street Bannockburn
Opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 to 4 Saturday 10 to 1
Justices of the Peace
Mr Keith Windle
77 Dundas Street INVERLEIGH Ph: 0429 651 298
Mrs E McDonald 47 High Street Inverleigh Ph: 5265 1270
Mr Peter Bufton 110 Savage Drive INVERLEIGH Ph: 0448 694 204
Mr Rod McKenzie
7 Ruxton Crt. Bannockburn Ph: 0408 527 704
Mr Stephen Gilligan SHELFORD
Ph: 0409 432 933
LEIGH DISTRICT RIDING CLUB
INC
A00041565N meets for rally every 2nd Sunday
@10.00am
Victoria Park, Park Street, Inverleigh Vic 3321
New Members always welcome for enquiries please contact
Pres. Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
Sect. Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048
P O BOX 87 INVERLEIGH VIC 3321
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"Lions Club newspaper collection".
St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish of Meredith
Contact Details:
Parish Priest Father Joseph mob. 0404 598 558
Office Phone: 5286 1230
Office open Wednesday & Friday
9.30am to 4.30 pm
MASS TIMES
St. John the Baptist, Winchelsea
@ 5pm. May 6, 13, 20, 27
St. Brigid, Anakie
@ 9am. May 14, 28
St. Joseph, Meredith
@ 9am. May 7, 21
St. Mary MacKillop, Bannockburn
@ 11am. May 7, 14, 21, 28
Sacred Heart, Inverleigh @ 4pm. May 21
LEIGH PRESBYTERIAN PARISH
Inverleigh Shelford Teesdale
“Forwedonotpreachourselves, but ChristJesustheLord...”
(2 Corinthians 4.5)
Sunday Service at Inverleigh
10 am.
VISITORS ARE ALWAYSWELCOME
For further information: Rev.SurendraWesley 0428489222
Anglican Church
Church Services each Sunday
8 am Inverleigh
10 am Bannockburn
5pm Meredith
38 High Street, Inverleigh
Rev’d Dr. Tim Smith 0412 673 152 Geoff Morgan 0408 106 559
Inverleigh and District
Red Cross
Meet monthly in Inverleigh Public Hall at 1.30pm.
June 19th.
Annual Meeting August 14th, 12 noon Lunch. October 9th.
December 11th (Xmas lunch to be decided).
Heather Bogie President 0408 521 090.
Cathy Altmann Secretary 0409 024 578.
Inverleigh Hall Hall Hire Contact
The Inverleigh Hall Committee promotes the use of the hall and develops and maintains our fabulous community asset.
If you would like to become involved by serving on the committee or by initiating activities at the hall, please contact
Anne-Maree Tarbett
INVERLEIGH CWA BRANCH
Welcomes existing and new members alike.
We are so much more than just Tea and Scones ladies!
Social Meetings 7.30pm every last Wednesday of the month (except Dec/Jan).
If so, please contact:
Anne-Maree Tarbett 0417 512 240
0417 512 240
Meet in Presbyterian Church Hall. inverleighcwa@gmail.com or Eliza Peel Ph 0438 351 483
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Our Public Hall needs the lawns maintained. Can you join the roster to mow the lawns once or
Can You Help Here?
WHO CAN I TALK TO? 24 Hourtelephone counselling ANONYMOUS CONFIDENTIAL IMMEDIATE Phone 13 11 14 LIFELINE
NOTICEBOARD
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.
VICTORIA
PARK Park Street
INVERLEIGH GROUNDS FOR HIRE
TOILETS
GRASS & SHADE
OVERNIGHT CAMPING (NO POWER)
CANTEEN & CLUBHOUSE
ANIMAL FRIENDLY HORSE YARDS
Reasonable Rates
CONTACT:
Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
Tai Chi @ Teesdale Community Hall
Thursday’s 9.30am
phone: 0414 944 926
KNIT, KNATTER AND THAT GROUP-TEESDALE
Bring a craft, learn a new craft or come for a walk, chat and cuppa.
Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday’s , 9.30am - 1.30pm At Teesdale Community Hall
*BYO craft and lunch
*Tea & Coffee provided.
Cost $5 Joining fee. $3 per session
Contact Lesley 0400 547 157 or Pat 0417 339 161
TEESDALE MECHANICS INSTITUTE
(Formerly Community Hall)
Behind the CFA Building Main Road, Teesdale FOR ALL YOUR HIRING NEEDS
Hall, Meeting Room, Kitchen, Tables, Chairs & Crockery.
For bookings, phone Dale on 0428 386 724
INVERLEIGH SENIORS
Meet in the Inverleigh Public Hall @ Midday on 2nd Thursday each Month for a Meeting, guest speaker and afternoon tea and 4th Thursday each month for an outing.
Each Thursday Exercise Classes from 10am till 10:30.. At the Inverleigh Public Hall. Cost $2 each
Thursday 11th MAY 2023. We meet at Inverleigh Public Hall at midday for a Chinese Luncheon. (Cost is $5 each).
Thursday 25th MAY 2023. Our outing on this month will be Chinese Lunch at Mandarin Court. Contact Peter for more details. President. Peter Trevaskis 0407 100 791 Secretary.Liz Platt 0423 301 519. Treasurer. Val Robertson 5265 1492
Meredith And District Motor Cycle Club
We meet the 3rd Sunday of every month for our ride day (NO RACING AND NO QUADS /4 WHEELERS)
We have 2 tracks: One that is set up as a motocross track that is marshalled and we also have a smaller flat track for kids/ beginners to learn to ride.
St Johns is in attendance as well as a canteen.
For more information please: head over to our Facebook page MADMCC or call 0415 503 869.
VICTORIA
PARK wish to advise the Scrap Bin is CLOSED until the end of January 2023.
INVERLEIGH SING SESH
LOVE TO SING?
LOVE TO SING BUT THINK YOUR TERRIBLE? INVERLEIGH SING SESH IS FOR YOU? Further info: call Robyn 0408 346 222 or follow us on facebook.
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NOTICEBOARD
WHO CAN I TALK TO? 24 Hourtelephone counselling ANONYMOUS CONFIDENTIAL IMMEDIATE Phone 13 11 14 LIFELINE
Phone: 4217 3810
We are open: Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm Wednesday 9am to 5pm
9am to 4pm
Appointments for ALL Childrens needs are available during the School Holidays. Tuesday's 9am to 7:30pm Friday's 9am to 4pm
Winter Sports are approaching too. Make an appointment now for Mouth Guards
Creating
Leigh News 29 •Accountants • Business Advice • Superannuation • Taxation Services • Financial Planning • Audit Services Surfcoast: 13 Pearl Street Postal: P.O. Box 178, Torquay Vic 3228 Tel: (03) 5261 2262 Fax: (03) 5261 6639 Email: admin@surftax.com.au Winchelsea: 22 Willis Street Postal: P.O. Box 40, Winchelsea 3241 Tel: (03) 5267 2673 Fax: (03) 5267 2465 Email: winch@surftax.com.au STS ACCOUNTING GROUP Surfcoast Taxation Services Pty Ltd Certified Practicing Accountants Your taxation specialist! Lic. 42937 Matthew Carr Painter & Decorator Interior, Exterior, Repaints and Wallpapering Fully qualified Quality workmanship 0438 559 635 8 McCallum Rd Inverleigh General & Children's Dentistry Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Dentures - new, repairs & relines
High Street Bannockburn.
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Friday's
bright smiles
family
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D.I.A. ACCREDITED
LMike's snake removal Licensed 0401 732 399 (Call out fee applies)
Leigh News 31 Paul Corcoran 0416 491 546 Paul O Grady 0414 932 018 57 Rankin Road, Inverleigh. Instagram @paulsbricklayinggeelong Email: paulsbricklayinggeelong@gmail.com 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 Escape the Cold Come and join us for some nice hot soup and a chat June 14th & 21st • Informative session about My Aged Care and Access & Inclusion in Community • Free Hot Soup (please advise of dietary requirements) • Transport available- limited numbers WHEN Wednesday 21st June | Wednesday 14th June 11.00am- 1.00pm (Meredith) | 11.00am-1.00pm (Haddon) WHERE Meredith Community Centre | Haddon Community Learning Centre 4 Russell St, Meredith 396 Sago Hill Rd, Haddon NOTE Bookings Essential RSVP Golden Plains Shire Council Active Ageing & Inclusion Team Email: ageingandinclusion@gplains.vic.gov.au Phone: 5220 7151
Bannockburn Veterinary Clinic
1759 Midland Highway, Bannockburn
5281 1221
Arthritis and Pets
Arthritis is a condition that leads to pain and progressive degeneration of the joints. Arthritis is very common in both humans and pets, and can be regarded as the same disease. It is important to recognise the signs and symptoms of arthritis as it can be a source of chronic pain that negatively affects your pet's quality of life.
Symptoms of Arthritis May Include:
• Limping/Lameness
• Difficulty rising
• Licking, chewing or biting at joints
• Reluctance to jump or climb stairs
• Inactivity
• Yelping if a joint is bumped or touched
• Swelling of joints
• Loss of stamina or being slower on walks
• Reluctance to groom in cats
• Defecating outside the litter tray
• Difficulty posturing to urinate or defecate, or having accidents in the house
• Loss of muscle mass over the limbs and spine
Arthritis is common in cats and dogs of all sizes, ages and breeds. Many cases go undiagnosed because owners assume that slowing down is just a symptom of ageing. If you suspect your pet may be exhibiting signs of osteoarthritis, it is important to have them evaluated by a veterinarian, our Vets will perform a full physical examination, including palpating your pets’ joints and assessing their range of motion. Our veterinarian may also recommend X-rays of the affected joints, which will help rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms. X-rays can also help us evaluate the degree of damage to the joint.
Although arthritis cannot be cured, there are treatments available that can ease the pain for your pet. Our Vets can recommend treatments and a long-term plan to ensure your pet lives a comfortable life. Different Treatment Options May Include:
• Cartrophen is an injection given at weekly intervals for four weeks. 80% of pets respond to the initial course. The frequency of ongoing treatment varies depending on the severity of arthritic changes.
• Non-steroidal - anti-inflammatory medications may be prescribed by our Vets. They work by reducing the inflammation around the joints. Regular check-ups with our Vets and blood tests to monitor your pets liver and kidney function is required while on these medications.
• Joint health supplements or prescription diets that contain Glucosamine, Fish oils or Epitalis. These supplements aid in the protection of joints and can be given on a long-term basis.
There is a new therapy available to help keep your dog and cat comfortable and enjoying a good quality of life. We are very excited to have this product available at the clinic.
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Beransa and Solensia are an innovative new therapy called a Monoclonal Antibody. It is a biological therapy that works like your dog or cats own immune system. It targets and neutralises a protein that stimulates pain in patients with arthritis.
Through this action, one Beransa or Solensia injection alleviates pain for a full month
Beransa and Solensia can be used with other common therapies (e.g., vaccines, flea and tick products and antibiotics.)
If you would like more information on either of these products call into the clinic a pick up a brochure or talk to one of our Vets at your pet’s next consult.
A Big Welcome and Introducing our new vet, Keeley.
Hi my name is Keeley and I’m new to the Bannockburn Veterinary Team!
I have recently moved down from Queensland so am new to the area. My love for all animals great and small is why I enjoy all aspects of mixed practice.
I also enjoy small animal surgery and am passionate about giving the best animal care possible.
Outside work I enjoy going to the beach, playing netball and hanging out with my pet bearded dragon Mushu.
I look forward to meeting you next time you’re in the clinic.
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Surfcoast Taxis
inc Winchelsea & Bannockburn Taxis
Our fleet of vehicles are growing to all late models and we are now covering an extended area including: Winchelsea, Colac, Bannockburn, Inverleigh, Great Ocean Road and Geelong.
We have a fleet of 10 seater Maxi Vans, all with Capacity to carry wheelchairs.
Surfcoast Taxis Pty. Ltd.
All Bookings: 0408 325 992
Fax: 5267 2699
Email: bannotaxis@gmail.com
(Admin or Stan 0429 672 888)
66A Batson Street, Winchelsea, 3241.
NDIS provide number 4050001044
NDIS provide number 4050001048
Inverleigh Birthday Milestones
Local Identity Lorraine Allworthy from Murgheboluc celebrated her 90th Birthday. Joining her were her daughters Julie & Lynne and son Max, along with about 60 other family and friends. Lorraine's other daughter Anne was not able to be there on the day, but those who could make it enjoyed the time together.
Dolores Quinlivian from Inverleigh recently celebrated the "big 70". A fun afternoon and night was enjoyed by many relatives and friends at the Inverleigh Public Hall. Dolores' family travelled from overseas (America and Malaysia) to celebrate with Dolly and many guests dressed as "Hippies" for the occassion.
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Danny’s Firewood & Tree Services
*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
Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Saturday 8.30 am – 1.00 pm
Our highly trained and compassionate vets and nurses understand how important your pet is to you and work with you to care for your pet, providing skilled diagnostics, treatment and recovery plans alongside preventative health management.
Best Mates is Fur Life Vet’s preventative and protective healthcare program designed to keep your pet healthier and happier for longer. 12 MILTON STREET BANNOCKBURN furlifevet.com.au/goldenplains goldenplains@furlifevet.com.au
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PLAINS
GOLDEN
03 5281 2226
® BEST MATES
Bannockburn Surgery is a fully accredited medical practice that provides comprehensive GP services and have been practising within the community for more than 30 years. Bannockburn Surgery is the largest practice within the shire.
We are an accredited teaching practice – training medical students, nursing students and future GPs.
We also offer the following services:
Diabetes Education
Podiatry
Dietitian
Q Fever (Testing & Vaccines)
Yellow Fever (Vaccine) NEW
16 High Street, Bannockburn VIC 3331 Tel: (03) 5281 1481
www.bannockburnsurgery.com.au
Online bookings available
Community Bank Winchelsea & District Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178, AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237879 A1389134, OUT_25159800, 18/08/2022 Supporting your community
you choose to bank with
good things happen in your community. Like our sponsorship of Inverleigh Fire Brigade And when you belong to one of Australia’s biggest banks, good things happen with your banking too. Feel good about who you bank with. Find out more. Call us on 5267 3189 or search Bendigo Bank Winchelsea & District. Leigh News 39
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Bendigo Bank,
Dr Benjamin Fry Dr John Henderson Dr Cameron Profitt Dr Veronica Donahoe Dr Rupali Jain Dr Edward Carson Dr Rebecca Tidd Dr Mohana Govardhanan
PATIENTS WELCOME
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HIRE New to Winchelsea Phone Stephen on 0439 007 483. moulesplushire@gmail.com. 28 High St, Inverleigh Vic 3321 Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday 8am to 12pm Saturday. Phone: 5265 1648
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Directory of Clubs, Services and Organisations
Below is a directory for clubs, organisations and services operating in Inverleigh, Teedale, Shelford and surrounding areas. If you are interested in obtaining further information about an organisation, please feel free to ring and have a chat with them. Any club or organisation who wishes to be listed, please forward details to us and we will include your listing. We would also appreciate being kept up to date with contact details
INVERLEIGH AREA
Geelong & District Carriage Drivers
Christa Jones 0408 342 403 gdcd.secretary@gmail.com
St Pauls Anglican Church Inverleigh 38 High Street, Inverleigh services: please check Leigh News for current times
contact: Rev. Dr Tim Smith
Ph: 5265 1284 / 0412 673 152
Inverleigh Bowls Club
Pres. Adrian Hurring 0418 593 849
Sec. Jenny Peel 0418 301 939
Inverleigh Cemetery Trust
Chairman: Bruce McDonald 0408 567 979
Sextant: Alex (Sandy) McCallum 0408 378 752
Secretary: Tonya Allen. 0411 624 309 inverleighcemetery@gmail.com
Inverleigh Cricket Club
Pres: Marcus Warton ph. 0400 199 309
Inverleigh CWA
Eliza Peel 0438 351 483 Inverleighcwa@gmail.com
Inverleigh-Leigh Valley Lions Club
Keith Robson 0408 270 107 inverleigh.lions@gmail.com
Inverleigh Golf & Disc Golf Club
President: Greg Erwin 0408 651 744 Email: golf3321@bigpond.com
Inverleigh Historical Society
Christine Windle 0403 267 286
Liz McDonald 0417 066 433
Inverleigh Playgroup
President: Anna K. 0415 588 454
Secretary: Holly W. 0432 632 130
Inverleigh Progress Assoc.
President:Hilary Hamilton 5265 1384
Secretary: James Manche 0419 319 230 james.manche@bigpond.com
Inverleigh Riding Club
Leighdale Equestrian Centre
Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012
Inverleigh RSL Sub-Branch
President: Deema Johnston 5281 1106
Inverleigh Tennis Club
Shane Lubcke 0410 483 690
Leigh District Landcare Group
Sec: Sharon MacDonald 0448 582 348 shazmullen@hotmail.com
Leigh District Adult Riding Club
President: Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
Secretary: Claire Heazelwood 0438 449 048
Victoria Park Reserve Bookings, Narelle Bogle 0438 034 313
MURGHEBOLUC AREA.
Murgheboluc Recreation Reserve.
Fiona Inglis. 0421 679 770
SHELFORD AREA
Shelford Cricket Club
Robert Rice (Pres) 0459 491 698
Shelford Progress Association
Sec: Glenn Jeffery 0413 317 779
TEESDALE AREA
CWA Native Hut Branch
Shirley Wild Ph: 5281 5354
Leighdale Equestrian Centre
Mark Mummery - 0437 807 675 or Melinda Spiller 0413 648 012
Leighdale Pony Club Inc.
Pres: Tom McCann 5265 1169
Sec: Sue Moran 0437 914 454
Teesdale Branch Liberal Party
Charlie Hartup 5281 5222
Teesdale Cricket Club
Alister Woods. 0439 395 456
Teesdale Pre School
Mandy Bartlett. 5281 5488
Teesdale Sporting Complex
Mrs Kay Hower. 5281 5389
Teesdale Tennis Club
Mrs Judy Evans. 5281 5328
Teesdale Community Hall
Dale Smithyman 5281 5486
Working Sheepdog Club
Glenn Agnew 0427 325 905
BANNOCKBURN AREA
Bannockburn & District Men's Shed
Syd McConachy (Pres)
Geoff Wild (Sect) 0407 835 731
Emergency 000
Windstorm and Flood 132 500
Controller: Nathan Hansford Mob: 0409 811 138
EMERGENCY
POLICE, AMBULANCE, FIRE, SES
Ring 000
FOR POLICE-WITHOUT LIGHTS & SIRENS Ring: 131 444
Medical
5281 2320 Wildlife
0500 540 000
1800 015 188
5220 7111
If you would like your Club or Service included in this directory, or if you need to update any details above, please contact the Editor.
leighnews@bigpond.com
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LifeLine 5222 2233 or 13 11 14
Surgery 5281 1481 B’burn Vet 5281 1221 Surfcoast Taxi 0408 325 992 Barwon Water 1300 656 007 Power Failure 13 24 12 Geelong Hospital Accident & Emergency 5226 7564 Golden Plains Equine Vets
Plains
Women’s Domestic
Crisis Service
Ranger
B’burn
0437 467 097 Golden
Centre
Rescue
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