Midland Express Tuesday April 29 2024

BUILDING &LIFESTYLE

Council backs pokies fight

Amy Hume

Romsey residents have spoken: amajority do not support an application for 50 electronic gaming machines at Romsey Hotel.

Last week, Macedon Ranges Shire Council confirmed it would again fight pokies plans for the venue based on net detriment to the community

Cr GeoffNeilsaid the move spoke volumes and was "supportive of the Romsey community in its opposition to the application".

ARomsey township survey and acomprehensive Social and Economic Impact Assessment were pivotal in the council'sdecision-making.

The survey found 60.36 per cent of respondents (of 4027 surveys) believed the proposed 50 EGMs would have a negative impact on the broader community.Further,59.93 per cent of respondents did not support the application.

According to the SEIA, the proposal would have anega-

tive impact with anet detriment of 0.66 on the wellbeing of the community under the ‘no net detriment test’.

Incremental impact of social and economic benefits and detriments over a20-year evaluation period determined a likely net cost of about negative $4.30 million as aresult of the application.

Last week, Cr Jennifer Anderson said there was alot to be analysed and assured the council'sdecision was not made on awhim.

"If the evidence is here to show that there is anet detriment to our community,it'svery important that we try to protect our community from that detriment," she said.

"There is still work to come, but we can be confident that we have done that research, we've analysed what others have said, and we can be comfortable in our decisionmaking today."

Mayor Annette Death said unanimous support from councillors sent astrongmessage that the council was "very concerned about this application".

"Weknow the detriment and the harm that gambling can have in communities and this is apublic health issue and it needs and deserves apublic health response," she said.

MRSC’ssubmission to the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission will include the SEIA, Romsey community survey report, and acommunity submissions log.

The submission will also include apeer review of aresearch report included in the Romsey Hotel EGM application that challenges the validity of the applicant'ssurvey data.

ROMSEY POKIES HISTORY

Romsey Football Netball Club applied for 50 EGMs last year amid plans for a$10 million overhaul of the 90-94 Main Streetpub.

The pub has stood stagnant for years following MRSC's successful fight of asimilar application more than adecade ago in abattle that went to the Supreme Court.

Continued page 3.

Threenew tankers

Lancefield, Bullengarook and Springfield Fire Brigades have celebrated the official handover of their new tankers.

The $1.2 million investment in the one heavy and two medium tankers will boost Romsey and Mountain Group'sability to protect its communities.

Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas and District 2Commander Darren Eenjes handed over the keys to the three new trucks at an event in Lancefield on Friday Commander Eenjes said the new trucks had features that would improve firefighter safety at an incident.

"These new tankers are state-of-the-art firefighting vehicles,” he said.

“The heavy tanker features a15-tonne crew-cab chassis with a4000-litre water tank and its 4x4 capability will help crews access fires in difficult terrain.

“There are also great crew protection features such as arollcage, spray systems and heat protection curtains.

"The medium tankers have asuppression system, which allows for in-vehicle firefighting, and part of the trucks' water capacity can be set aside for crew and vehicle protection.

“They can carry 2350 litres of water, transport five people, and has four-wheel drive capability.”

The heavy tanker was funded through

Council backs pokies fight

From page 1.

Owner Jim Hogan applied for 30 EGMs at the hotel in 2005, which raised significant opposition in the community.The pub lost its battle and has been closed since 2017.

Cr Rob Guthrie was acouncillor at the time of the previous Romsey pokies application and was disappointed to face it again.

"I was personally disappointed to see this raise its head again when so many other sporting facilities are getting rid of these machines," he said.

"I was disappointed to see it and Iam also disappointed for the Romsey community,that they've had to go through all this angst again. Iamhoping that we get the same output as last time."

Councillors warned that this was just beginning of along process that could span 12 months or more.

FIGHT SPEND: $92,000

So far,the council has spent about $92,000 in creating its submission for the Romsey Hotel application. This includes development of the Social and Economic Impact Assessment, community survey and related activities, such as legal advice. Council officers sought expert legal

advice from Maddocks regarding Gambling Regulations and Privacy Legislation.

MRSC also engaged independent consultants SGS Economics and Planning to prepare the SEIA, and Insync Surveys Pty Ltd to undertake the community survey Funds spent on the matter were outside the council’soriginal approved 2023/24 Budget. The additional budget allocation was presented to councillors for endorsement during amid-year budget review in February

QUICK FACTS

Macedon Ranges Shire has three EGM venues with atotal of 103 EGMs. As of November 2023, there are 2.5 EGMs per 1000 adults. The shire is below its municipal cap of 355 EGMs.

In 2022-23 EGM expenditure across these three venues collectively was $9,089,731. For the last decade (prior to 2020) the number and expenditure on EGMs in Macedon Ranges Shire was generally steady at about $9.2 million per annum and 95-103 EGMs.

In 2022-23 the average annual expenditure per machine across the three venues in Macedon Ranges Shire was $88,250 (or aNet Machine Revenue of $242).

Supportjazzstudents

The Castlemaine Secondary College Music Support Group is fundraising to take 45 of its talented local young musicians/singers to compete in this weekend'sGenerations in Jazz Music Festival.

Group president Tiffany Speight said this would be the first opportunity for the music students to compete and partake in this prestigious event representing their school.

"They will be accompanied by five teachers who are kindly donating their time to make this possible," Tiffanysaid.

The cost per student is $450 and this covers food/accommodation and transportation.

The CSC Music Support Group has raised $6800 so far through generous sponsorship and barbecue/bake sales and araffle but it is still short of its $20,000 target and recently launched aGoFundMe campaign to raise the remaining funds.

Can you help CSC to get this once in alifetime opportunity over the line for these future musical stars? No donation is too small and all contributions will be gratefully received. Visit gofund.me/0fa8cf14

the Victorian Government’sCFA Capability Funding package and is one of 48 new tankers being rolled out to CFAbrigades.

The heavy tanker also has features that include an electronic monitor and electric rewind hose reel, as well as using ahigher percentage of recyclable build materials.

Thetwo medium tankers were purchased through the Victorian Government’sVolunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program, which saw Bullengarook and Springfield receive grants of $320,000 each. Both brigades also contributed $50,000 towards the purchase of their new vehicles in order to secure the grants.

TattooFlash Dayraises$12,200

The team at Forest Creek Tattoo in Castlemaine has once held aflash day to raise vital funds for charity.

In 2023 they raised funds for Mount Alexander Animal Welfare and this year's charity flash day on March 24 was held as part of the international Still Not Asking For It event.

The first SNAFI flash fundraiser was held in New York in 2015 and it has since grown to become aglobal event raising funds for local organisations focused on supporting survivors of sexual violence and work towards prevention.

Funds raised from the Castlemaine event going directly to the Centre Against Sexual Assault Central Victoria based in Bendigo.

Forest Creek Tattoo owner Leonie New said they managed to raise more than $12,200 for CASACV thanks to awonderful team effort.

"We had anumberoftattoo artists volunteer their time on the day including myself, my apprentice Jade, Laurette and Melbourne artist Nat G," Leonie said.

"We also had Jacqui from Ballarat doing Brow Lamination, Jess from Kyneton doing Tooth Gems and barbering by Jobbo from Daylesford.

"Jason was awonderful helper on the barbecue and Jessie volunteered in reception for the day to allow us to focus on our work.

"A number of talented local artists also generously donated artworks which we sold in an online auction with all funds raised going to the cause.

"CASACV have also offered to work with us and potentially some other businesses in Castlemaine doing some training around awareness and response, which is especially relevant in our industry, and

Have your sayonthe proposed budget

very important.

"We spend hours with our clients and they often chat to us about their lives so it would be good to be armed with information and tools to be able to provide support if and when needed."

Leonie said they had acouple of representatives from CASACV there on the day to spread awareness about their services, and anumberofthose in attendance sung the praises of the local service with comments such as, "they saved my life" or "they saved my friend's life".

"Services such as CASACV are vital in supporting victims in our local region," Leonie said.

We’vereleased our 2024/2025proposed budget and we want to hear from you.

Thebudget outlines our priorities forthe upcoming financial year

Some of the highlights include flood protection initiatives, a public art installation, and recreation projects in Campbells Creek, Norwood Hill, Newstead and Harcourt.

“The proposed budget wasdeveloped in consultation with the community,” said MayorMatthew Driscoll.

“Wehaveanengaged and knowledgeable community in our shire, and all ideas and input have been incredibly valuable when putting together the proposed budget.

“Thereare some amazing initiatives to look forwardtoover the coming financial year.Iencourage everyone to have a look and tell us whatyou think.”

Read the proposed budget and have your sayatshape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/ 2024-2025-budget.

Working together forahealthy, connected shire mountalexander.vic.gov.au (03) 5471 1700

To find out more about CASA Central Vic visit casacv.org.au

Need support? CASA Central Victoria can be contact Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 5441 0430 or you can call the Sexual Assault Crisis Line 1800 806 292 all other times.

Nowhere to hide

Victoria Police is warning the state’s most dangerous family violence perpetrators there’snowhere to hide.

Crime Statistics Agency figures show 29,233 family violence offenders were either arrested or summonsed to court last year.Itequates to an average of 80 arrests or summons to court each day

The figures are up slightly on the previous year when an average 79 arrests or summons were made each day

The vast majority of offenders were arrested for serious family violence crimes, as well as actively avoiding police detection, outstanding warrants or unserved family violence intervention orders, stalking and making threats.

Family Violence Command Assistant Commissioner,Lauren Callaway,said family violence was completely unacceptable and there was never anexcuse or justification for the crime.

“Our message to family violence perpetrators is clear: closed doors will not protect you from being tracked down and held to account,” Callaway said.

If you are concerned about your own or someone else’sbehaviour,support services are available.

No to Violence runs aMen’sReferral Service whichhelps men who use violence to change their behaviour and can be contacted on 1300 766 491.

If you or someone close to you discloses they are avictim of family violence, believe them and encourage them to contact police or asupport service.

Support is available 24 hours aday through Safe Stepsbycalling 1800 015 188 or emailing safesteps@safesteps.org. au In an emergency call Triple Zero (000). If you can’t get to aphone, ask someone else to do it for you.

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Forest Creek Tattoo artists Laurette, Leonie and Jade, pictured here with their little mascot ‘Rosa’, were thrilled to raise $12,200

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Plans for Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan will progress despite strong objection to the removal of 10 english elm trees.

The master plan includes anetball facility expansion but the preferred site option would remove the mature elms.

Apetition with 996 signatures has called for the Macedon Ranges Shire Council to consider an option that allow the upgrade while retaining the trees.

"Option two retains the elm trees, future-proofs the netball project with the possibility of three courts instead of just two and, in addition, could make the expansion of facilities adjacent the lower oval ahuge positive for adiverse range of sporting and recreational users," the petition stated.

The petition was presented to the council last week and follows aruling at the Victorian Civil and Administra-

Petition to keep trees fails

tive Tribunal that enabled the plan to progress.

MRSC'sdirector of assets and operations, Shane Walden, said the master plan had been carefully considered with input from user groups, community members, and expert advice.

"Option two was not deemed suitable as there were issues with the siting of the netball courts," he said.

"It had poor passive surveillance and does not link the netball activities with the football activities. It also creates aconflict with different asset uses."

Mr Walden said, of the trees to be impacted, an arborist report showed two had less than five years life expectancy and two had less than 10 years life expectancy Others have signs of ill-health and decline.

"Caring for these trees in their late life stages would be costly and only provide for alimited additional lifespan. The better course of action is their removal with a

Woman’scar impounded

A55-year-old Mount Macedon woman was caught allegedlyfivetimes over the limit in Sunbury last Thursday afternoon

FawknerHighway Patrolinitially observedaRenault hatchbackina supermarket car park on GapRoadabout 4.40pm.

Officersspoke to the unlicensed driver, who accompaniedpolice foranevidentiary breath test where she returned an alleged

reading of 0.275,more than fourtimes the legal limit.

Thewoman had her car immediately impounded for 30 days at acostof$969.80

She is expectedtobechargedonsummons with traffic offences

This impound forms part of Operation Tribute, statewide roadpolicing operation targeting impaired driving, speed, distraction, fatigue andseatbelt non-compliance.

plan to replace them within the reserve," he said.

"Even if, arguably,one arborist took apessimistic outlook on the remaining useful life of the trees and the other an optimistic outlook, the council has still identified arisk and needs to take afinancially sustainable action to manage that risk."

Councillors agreed that works at the showgrounds should progress as stipulated in the master plan but acknowledged the decision was not made lightly

"The trees are amuch-loved and treasured part of the Kyneton streetscape, but, like all things, they are not going to last forever," Cr Mark Ridgeway said.

"Like it or not, we have areport that was prepared by an expert in the field that tells us that at least seven out of 10 of these trees are in very poor condition, and experience tells usthat trees in poor condition are not safe."

AKyneton Showgrounds netball facility expansion will see the removal of 10 english elm trees.

Proposed budget 2024/2025

Council’sproposed budget 2024/2025 outlines our priorities forthe upcoming financial year. We’veincorporated our community’sfeedback, and developed abudgetthatwill enable us to deliver morethan100 services, including capital worksinitiatives. Take alook at our proposed budget at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au or pop in to the Civic CentreinCastlemaine and viewahardcopy. Submissions close on 8May 2024

Budget highlights:

$2.2M Flood levees

$500K Affordable housing

$142K Swimming pools

$1.9M Roads

$1.3M Plant, equipment and machinery

$86K Township streetscapes

Initiatives include:

Diamond Gully Road

$701K Continuing the multi-year project to upgrade the road and associated intersection

Public toilets

$66K Investigation works for installation, or renovation of public toilets across three sites (Norwood Hill Recreation Reserve, Stanley Park in Harcourt, and Newstead Recreation Reserve)

Proposed budget also includes:

Access and inclusion

$275K

Accessibility upgrades to community buildings

$15K

Progression of actions in Council’sDisability Inclusion Action Plan

Arts and Culture

$100K

Contribution to the Castlemaine Art Museum

$134K

Year one,ofatwo-year project, to commission apublic art installation

$281K Community buildings

$336K Footpaths

Recreation

$806K*

Commencement of multi-year upgrade works to Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve pavilion

*Subject to external funding

Heritage and planning

$105K Implementation of strategic planning projects, including the Castlemaine Heritage Study

$322K Continue improvement works at former Wesleyan Church in Chewton

Community

$40K Funding to support the progression of the Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail

Climate and environment

$53K

Purchase Australian carbon credits to offset Council’semissions

$47K

Digital mapping of natural environment assets

Returning from his London base to perform at WWAF, Australian pianist Piers Lane has aworldwide reputation as an engaging, searching and highly versatile performer.

Musicfor everyone

Woodend Winter Arts Festival is excited to deliver adiverse music lineup in 2024. Attendees will be transported across the centuries, with world class musicians performing everything from classical and baroque to flamenco, jazz, folk and more.

On the Friday evening, attendees will be transported to Southern Spain as they are captivated by the sound of Paco Lara’s guitar,accompanied by guest Spanish flamenco dancer Deya Miranda Giner.Attendees at the free Friday night community fireworks can also hear up-and-coming young performers from Braemar College, along with Woodend’sown Woodend Warblers perform on the main stage.

Saturday will deliver anumber of exciting performances. The Fiore Chamber Vocal Ensemble will step into aworld of classical enchantment with music from renowned composers from the UK and France, while Paul Grabowsky,one of Australia’sfinest-ever jazz musicians, will deliver apowerful solo piano performance.

In celebration of the 300th anniversary of its creation, Accademia Arcadia, Ensemble Gombert, and acast of outstanding soloists will come together to present an incredible performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’smonumental Johannes-Passion (St John Passion). This performance will be repeated on the Sunday

Also on Sunday,London-based, former Macedon Ranges local Daniel Thomson (tenor) will join John O’Donnell (piano), as they explore Schubert Lieder and influences from the earlier Viennese

Masters. Expect works by Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven and others.

Youcan then join four renowned soloists, Adam Masters (oboe), Josephine Vains (cello), Brendan O’Donnell (recorder) and Jacqueline Ogeil (Cristofori piano) as they perform four outstanding works by Baroque composers Alessandro Marcello and Antonio Vivaldi, and early Classical composers Thomas Arne and Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. Ogeil delivers afirst Australian performance of the Arne concerto on the world’sfirst piano.

Returning from his London base to perform at WWAF,Australian pianist Piers Lane has aworldwide reputation as an engaging, searching and highly versatile performer,athome equally in solo, chamber and concerto repertoire. Join him as he performs arecital based around one of his favourite composers: Fredéric Chopin.

On the final day of WWAF,eight of Australia’spremiere cellists will come together to perform an incredible range of repertoire from Sacred works of J.S. Bach to Brazilian folk and pop music, Beethoven Overtures to fiery Spanish dances, and many more.

Rounding out the diverse program is pianist and composer Nat Bartsch, she will present Hope Renewed, ajazz/post rock reinterpretation ofher ARIA-nominated classical album Hope WWAF will take place over the King’sBirthday long weekend from June 7-10.Check out the full four-day program at woodendwinterartsfestival.org.au. Tickets areonsale now and selling fast.

RIP fossil fuels

Alunchtime action at MP Lisa Chester’s office on Wednesday,May 8ispart of a nationwide 12 days of action for climate.

Action organiser Trevor Scott said Central VicClimate Action had organised this local action to tell Lisa Chester’sthat our community wanted coal and gas to end now

“This year the Labor Government will decide whether to open the flood gates to 116more coal and gas projects that will lock in decades more climate disasters for our communities,” Trevor said.

“Across the continent, people are feeling the impacts of coal and gas, so we all are standing up to tell our local member of parliament that enough-is-enough.”

Atheatrical funeral procession for coal arrives at Lisa Chester’soffice at 12.30pm.

Nowboarding from Bendigo’s newterminal

Bendigo Airport’snew terminal and business park officially opened last Friday,increasing capacity and providing an economic boost to the region.

The almost $12 million project is ajoint initiative between all three levels of government, with the state and federal government’sinvesting $4.5 million each and the City of Greater Bendigo contributing $3 million.

The terminal –which is approximately four times larger than the previous building –includes new check-in facilities and departure lounge, upgraded restrooms, provision for future security screening, and an indoor arrival area and baggage collection to support seamless travel in and out of Bendigo.

The project also features a183-space carpark, along with an expanded apron that can fit two 70-seat aircraft, allowing the airport to include new airlines and future flights to new destinations.

“There is so much to see and do in Bendigo and this new terminal will mean more visitors can experience everything our vibrant regional city has to offer," said Victorian Premier MP Jacinta Allan.

“This revamp will not only provide better access to the aiport but is supporting jobs for our local community."

Bendigo’semergency services facilities have also been bolstered through the addition of anew helipad that can accommodate awide array of emergency service helicopters, such as

flood and fire response, as well as military and police activity.This was funded by aseparate grant of $300,000 from the Australian Government’sRegional Airports Program.

As part of the project, nine business park lots have also been delivered. All necessary trunk infrastructure has been provided and is readyfor future tenants. This infrastructure is also available to existing tenants including RMIT Flight Training, Ambulance Victoria, DEECA and the Bendigo Flying Club.

Aspecial feature of the airport is the landscaping and interpretive signage prepared by DJANDAK.

Djaara woman Timani Nicholls-Moore provided cultural and creative direction around the garden design, and together with Djaara manAndrew Saunders provided cultural advice for the signage.

“As custodians of Dja Dja Wurrung Country,wehave acultural responsibility to welcome visitors," said the acting Dja Dja Wurrung Group CEOCassandra Lewis.

“Weare pleased to share some of our Country and Culture through landscaping and interpretive signage, and hope airport users enjoy this space.”

Bendigo Airport currently offers daily Qantas services between Bendigo and Sydney,with opportunities for passengers travelling from Bendigo to Sydney to then travel on connecting flights to international destinations.

Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King MP, Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters MP, City of Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf, Premier and Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan MP, Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards MP, City of Greater Bendigo CEO Andrew Cooney.

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Every Wednesday for the past 16 years, TomTaft has bought his weekly fish and chips and made his way to his wife'sgrave at the Castlemaine Cemetery with Molly,his little cavalier jack russell.

Most weeks he brings afresh bunch of flowers, carefully arranging them in wooden vases he specially crafted from red gum posts, that sit on either side of his wife'sheadstone Keitha died in 2007 and was laid to rest in apeaceful bush block with enormous gum trees overlooking the cemetery

Tomhas hand-crafted achair from the branches surrounding his wife'sgrave, using the age-old techniques of English 'bodgers' to create abeautiful place to sit, listen to the birds, and remember

"She would have loved this spot," Tomsaid.

"She always told me she would hang around, that she would always be next to me. Amillion times she would tell me, 'I'm never going to leave you'.

"I never believed in an after life, but I'm abeliever now," he said.

"I didn't do well after she left, but Isnatched it back and got going. I've made alot of nice friends and Igot Molly not long after she died and she'sbeen great. She'snever run away,even though we don't have afront gate. She always just sits next to me."

The pair's love story began in 1959 when Tommoved to live in

ahut on the Delatite River in Mirimbah to work at the timber mill.

On his way to the shops one Friday he saw agirl walking down the street and "that was it" he said.

He went back at the same time every Friday for amonth, hoping to get another glimpse of her,tonoavail. Then one Saturday morning, as Tomwas making his way to the butcher shop, he decided to drop into the newsagents and check out the latest woodworking magazine.

"And there she was," Tomsaid.

"She was ashop assistant at the newsagents.

"I had just bought abrand new grey and white FC Holden and Iwould wait out the front of the newsagency every Saturday at 12pm, when she knocked off, and offer her alift home. For four weeks she replied, 'no thank you' and on the fifth week she said, 'perhaps you can'.

"Wewere married in December 1962," he said.

"Things changed in the timberindustry in the 70s and Keitha had always wanted to have ashop, so when she got sick with rheumatoid arthritis, we moved to Maldon and opened ashop next to the bakery.Wesold her crafts, needlework and drawings and my woodwork.

"I used to makethese chairs in the style of the English bodgers, and Ihad one out the front ofthe shop in Maldon. Iremember abloke came all the way from Melbourne to see it. He said I was the only bodger in Australia. He didn't buythe chair though!"

Tomisbusy with his next project, carving aballerina for his five-year-old great, greatniece who recently took up ballet.

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Tom and Molly sit on the seat Tom hand-crafted for Keitha’s grave site using branches found at the cemetery.

Greenspruceup

Malmsbury’s Village Green has undergone amakeover amid Autumn Festival celebrations through acouncil trial to refreshpopular publicopen spaces.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s openspace team successfully completed astrategic maintenance blitz between April 8-12 within the heart of the town. Works have included repair and refreshment of existing assets such as bollards, chain fencing and park furniture, greenery improvements, and path upgrades.

“We’re seeing if it’s cost-effective to have our open space crews step away from theirnormal maintenance roles, to improve council assets throughout the shire,” MRSC's Ryan Hughes said.

“The objectives of the blitz was to refresh and visually improve the area for the Malmsbury community, and our focus is on improving and maintaining these spaces for our residents and visitors.”

Malmsbury was selected for the trial due to its size, its identified need for arefresh and the ability to draw from existing budgets to complete the required works.

Council will now assess the trial’s effectiveness and confirm whether similar blitzes could be strategically undertaken at other sites throughout the shire.

Join Mindful Moves

Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group has announced a new initiative, Mindful Moves, designed to improve physical and mental wellbeing.

MRSPAG is calling for personal trainers and fitness instructors to join the team and contribute to the ground-breaking program.

Each monthly Mindful Moves session will feature circuit training led by local personal trainers,along with discussions onmental health and wellbeing facilitated by MRSPAG members and local professionals.

The program will also offer mental health first aid training for trainers, helping them become better equipped to support their clients' mental health needs.

By joining Mindful Moves, personal trainers will benefit from: paid sessions and free mental health first aid training, an opportunity to engage with the local community,and achance to be part of apioneering program.

The first session is scheduled for July,with events planned across the Macedon Ranges throughout the year

For more information, or to express your interest in participating, contact MRSPAG at info@mrspag.com.au

Raffle winner Nicole is pictured with her prize: three beautiful plants donated by Warners Nurseries.

Flower show success

The Friends of Kyneton Botanic Gardens group has bolstered its numbers with 20 new members following asuccessful weekend at the Kyneton Horticultural Society Flower Show

The group had plenty of interest at its information stall and its raffle, which raised $424. Raffle winners were: Nicole Enge from Woodend (first), Ed Pursey from Little Swallow Cafe, Kyneton (second), and Elaine Walley from Lancefield (third).

Bulb planting in thegardens

Abulb planting day at Kyneton Botanic Gardens this Sunday is prepping for what is expected to be spectacular floral spring display

The Friends of Kyneton Botanic Gardens group will host amembers' bulb planting day onSundayMay 5, from 2-4pm.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council, together with acontribution from FKBG, is funding a variety of bulbs to be planted by members of the friends group along the Clowes Street boundary,under the large trees there and along entrance pathways.

Dr Peter May will alsoconduct atour of the gardens highlighting the history and trees of significance.

Members and guests can enjoy delicious Kyneton CWAtea and scones at the Gardener's Cottage afterwards.

Non-members are welcometoattend and can join on the day.Membership is $10 singles or $20 for families.

More information will be available on the group'sInstagram page or via email: friendsKBG@outlook.com

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An important population of vulnerable platypus will benefit from a fresh flow down a key section of the Coliban River this month

Up to 260 megalitres will flow down the Coliban from Malmsbury to Eppalock reservoirs, giving juvenile platypus perfect conditions to disperse further downstream

North Central Catchment Management Authority Water for Environment project manager, Darren White, said this platypus population was important for a whole range of reasons, not least being that they were a breeding population

“They have been there since before the millennium drought, and with numbers low across Australia, we need to do what we can to protect them," he said

“These flows help protect them in the short and long term, against threats such as climate change, floods, and reduced natural flows ”

Mr White said the timing of the flow was important

“Water at the right time of year allows the juveniles to disperse further down the river,” he said

“That means they’ll find future mates with other populations

“Before the millennium drought, locals came across platypuses foraging around the banks of this stretch of the river regularly We want to keep it that way ”

Eppalock reservoir’s water levels are currently at 94 per cent, and the volume being released from Malmsbury is less than 0 1 per cent of Eppalock’s total capacity

The North Central CMA manages environmental flows on behalf of the Victorian Environmental Water Holder The flows are authorised by VEWH in line with its Seasonal Watering Plan 2023-24

The plan is available for download from: vewh vic gov au, with regular watering updates posted on the current flows section of the North Central CMA website

Dr Greg Moore will talk about native trees and their benefits during climate change.

The Coliban River

Mental healthonthe agenda

by the Gisborne and District Community Bank.

The group also discussed their shared commitment to addressing alarming statistics around the prevalence of mental health issues in the community

Hepburn health survey open

Hepburn Shire Council has opened an online survey for residents to have their sayonhealth and wellbeing.

Four focus areas of the current Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan include tackling climate change and its impacts on health; increasing healthy eating; improving mental wellbeing and prevention of allformsof violence.

Mayor,CrBrian Hood,said the results from the newhealth and wellbeing survey would provide valuable insight into issues that fall outside conventional data streams.

"It covers areas such as general lifestyle, physical and mental health, nutrition, access to health services, community safety and climate action. It also calls for ideas on opportunities to improve services and programs," he said.

The ministerial party was interested to hear from staffdelivering mental health supports to local people and discuss the challenges faced in accessing services.

Adam Stefano, manager of community mental health, and Lauren Tyrrell, who leads the team delivering LGBTIQA+ supports, discussed the strengths of particular programs such as Birds of aFeather,Rainbow Coffee Club and the youth mental health outreach service funded

“Suicide is the leading cause of death for young people and adults 15-49 years,” Mr Stefano said. “And one in five young people experience significant mental health challenges annually

"Wehavealso seen rates of anxiety and depression increase and post-pandemic there is an increase in school refusal.”

Minister McBride also met with staffwho, as Services Australia agents, provide vital support to Kyneton residents needing to access Centrelink and Medicare.

The results of the survey, together with data andevidence from stakeholders, will provide the foundation for the council to develop the next Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, to be consulted with the community post-council electionsinOctober

The survey is confidential and anonymous. It closes on June 17 and is open to all Hepburn Shire residents.

Living history up for grabs

COVERING

Brigade Auxiliary memberLarina Strauch and firefighter Nic Hanna inspect the spire of St Pauls Church, which is one the buildings featured in

Acarved wood litho imageofKyneton’s 1880 landmarks is being raffled to help Kyneton CFAvolunteers raise money to purchase firefighting equipment.

Organised by the Brigade’sAuxiliary, the framed image shows major landmarks including St Pauls Anglican Church and the view along Mollison Street.

The imagewas carved into awood lith and was featured in the 1880 editionofthe Australasian Sketcher,whichbecame an important repository of architectural and landscape drawings.

“It’saunique piece that captures an important era in Kyneton’sgrowth and development,” said Brigade Auxiliary member, Larina Strauch.

The imagealso coincides with the formation of Kyneton’svolunteer Fire Brigade, which is celebrating its 140th anniversary this year

Brigade Captain Greg McIntyresaid the raffle prize was one of several activities that would help mark the milestone

“It’s great to see that an image of the town’spast is helping to fund equipment to protect its future,” he said.

Funds raised from theraffle will be used by the CFAvolunteers to buy much-needed firefighting equipment. Tickets are available at selected businesses and at the Brigade’s Open Day on Saturday May 11 (from 10am to 2pm) or by dropping into the Fire station on Ebden Street.

the 1880s image.

Mental health was on the agenda in Kyneton this month when Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters visited Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’soffice with Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health, Emma McBride.

The ministerial party was interested to hear from staff delivering mental health supports to local people and discuss the challenges faced in accessing services

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Meet the growers

Aselection of top local farms will be conducting tours all day Sunday, inviting visitors behind the farm gate.

Meet and hear from growers at Fleurs de Lyonville (a famed organic flower farm), Walden Park (a heritagebreed beefand sheep farm), Mountain View Garlic (a small family-run garlic/ fresh produce farm), and Little Hampton Farm, where you will discover cherries, berries and heritage apples.

Or make your own way along the self-guided Farm Gate Trail to unearth local growers’ fresh produce and hidden foodie secrets; take part in The Great Spud Scavenger Hunt;orjoin a Historical SocietyTour of the Trentham Cemetery and town’shistoric sites; and don’t miss out onthe behind-thescenes tour of the Red Beard Historical Bakery to discover the historic 133-year-old scotch oven and sample their famous potato bread

It really is SPUDTASTIC!

High on the Great Dividing Range, the tiny township of Trentham has anumber of claims to fame: ahistoric main street boasting acollection of fabulous foodie fuel stops, the site of Victoria’shighest single-drop waterfall, and, of course, the famous rich red volcanic soil, renowned for growing beautiful gardens and extraordinary produce. But for one weekend every autumn, Trentham is all about the humble potato.

This year marks the 16th iteration of The Great Trentham Spudfest, acommunity festival that brings together local potato growers, artisans, music, food vendors, and local history to showcase the region’sfinest offerings andproducts across the weekend of May 4-5. The two-dayfestival is hosted throughout the historic town of Trentham and surrounding districts.

“Spudfest 2024 promises to be bigger and better than ever before, celebrating our

region’spotato culture and history,but most of all, our community,” saysfestival coordinator Kye Theobald.

“This year we are running across two days andare delighted to say that Spudfest is still afree event thanks tothe support of our sponsors and partners. We are also introducing some specially curated events that will require aticket.”

On Saturday(Day1) Trenthamcomes alive with Spudfest’straditional carnival day, with four main precincts in town packed full of spud food, fresh regional produce, local artisan makers, livemusic, horse and cart rides, and loads of activities for kids and adults alike. Visitors can alsojoin aTrentham Historical Society-led bus tour of the old heritage-protected Spud Huts, dotted across the local landscape.

Local farmer and fourth generation spud grower Luke Wickerwill be at the Railway Precinct on Saturday selling his kennebec, nicola, dutch cream, pontiac, sebago and kipfler potatoes.

“There has been aWicker growing potatoes in the red volcanic soils around Trentham for more than 100 years,” says Luke

“Wereckon it’ssome of the best soil in the country.And Spudfest is one of the biggest days of the year around town. So you really have to come along and try our spuds and celebrate our history.”

Saturday evening will see the inaugural Spudfest Cèilidh, atraditional celebration of Celtic music, food and dancing, to mark the halfway point of the festival. The event will take place at The Factory on Market Street, with catering by Emma James Catering. Tickets for this event can be purchased via the Spudfest website.

Sunday(Day2) is dedicated to the discovery of food, produce and region. Kicking offfrom 10am with Spudfeast, an opportunity to eat your way through spudtastic dishes in progressive dinner style at venues throughout the region, including The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham General, Daylesford Cider, AtErics Cafe Bar,and the Blackwood Hotel.

Time to enjoy

While you are in Trentham for the Spudfest, take alittle extra time to really find out what’sinstore in this fabulous town Still Moon House for example!

The team is looking forward to welcoming you to enjoy their cellar door experience tasting Still Moon wines, which pair beautifully with their seasonal menu. Or relax with aselection of international and Australian wines to complement their wine range.

The Still Moon House kitchen uses fresh seasonal produce to create memorable dishes. Youcan enjoy their tapas menu or their dinner menu each Friday and Saturday evening. Every week the talented kitchen team rotates the menu to consider the weather and the best seasonal produce on offer Bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

They have table seating, outdoor seating and bar seating available.

High tea

Each month, Still Moon House is pleased to offer ahigh tea. An elegant and pleasant experience of savoury and sweet dishes served on traditional tier plates.

Paired with sparkling wine, it is truly adelightful way to spend an afternoon at Still Moon House.

Sample menu

Please note the menu is constantly evolving to incorporate the best seasonal produce; contact Still Moon House if you would like to discuss any allergy food needs.

Supporting Spudfest

One of central Victoria’s leading artist-run galleries, the Little Gallery located in the heart of Trentham, proudly supports Spudfest celebrating the region’s rich farming heritage, community and culture. Since Spudfest’shumble beginnings in 2008, the Little Gallery has actively contributed to the festival’s identity,byutilising its creative initiative with window displays, face painting and portraits of the local farming community

The Little Gallery provides avenue for locals and tourists to connect with art and its represented artists.

Founded in 2012, the Little Gallery is currently run byin-house regional artists Helen Cottle, Kim Haughie, Rose Wilson, Larissa Gray and Ri VanVeen. Visit during Spudfest to meet the artists, talk about their creative process and view the works on offer alongside ahost of many local consignment artist in its state-of-theart purpose-built gallery with abundance of light and cathedral ceiling.

The Little Gallery’sethos is to showcase asolid representation of the

strong arts community within Trentham and the central Victorian highlands region, by building mutual relationships and communal connection.

Each year the Little Gallery hosts the highly anticipated mid-year Winter Show exhibition, showcasing an exceptional lineup of invitedregional artists emerging and established. Agrand opening night will be held on August 2at5.30pm and all are welcome toattend.The Winter Show exhibition will run for three consecutive weeks and is amajor fundraising event with proceeds raised through art sales and an art raffle donated to alocal community organisation.

SUPER QUIZ?

Local knowledge (1 point)

1. When is the Lancefield Farmers Market typically held each month?

2. The Tigers are associated with which local football netball clubs?

3. Harcourt crowns akingand queen for which annual event?

4. Mort and Pestle is located in which Macedon Ranges town? (3 points)

5. In which town is Buda Historic Home and Garden located?

General knowledge (1 point)

6. In which Australian state or territory would you find The You Yangs?

7. Which actress voices Princess Fiona in the Shrek films?

8. What year was Queen Elizabeth II born?

9. What is ‘gamay’? (3 points)

10. What connection do the following people have: George Reid, Andrew Fisher, James Scullin and Francis Forde?

TODAY’S CROSSWORD NO. 8760

Go solar for savings

RayPeck, Hawthorn

Surprisingly,eventhough Australia leads the world in the uptake of rooftop solar,still only about one third of households have it. In Macedon Ranges shire 35.4 per cent of dwellings have solar installed although there is variation between townships. For example, postcode 3442 (Woodend) has well above average installation with45 per cent while postcodes 3447 (Gisborne) and 3441 (Mount Macedon) have below average with 28 per cent and 21per cent respectively

While the amount saved on electricity bills depends onseveral factors, one reputable online calculator shows that fora typical system in Gisborne and Macedon, the savings would be about $860 per annum.

It was good to read that the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group hasorganised the Go Renewable Energy Group to discuss solar and related matters in Gisborne at the Mechanics Institute, at 11am on May 5('Learn about renewables', Midland Express, April 23). Finding atrusted and knowledgeable installer is key

Astounding neglect

Michael Jerman, formerAirforce Cadet

Iamastounded that theKyneton community has remained quiet over the relocation of the Australian Airforce Cadets 430 Squadron out of the Mont St Quentin Barracks(Drill Hall) in Market Street, Kyneton, to the Gisborne Secondary College.

The Squadron, originally 30 Flight Air Training Corps, hascalled the drill hall home since 1980. They hold afreedom of the city to Kyneton, and yet the powersthat be have let the drill hall fall into disrepair allegedlyneeding the floor repaired.

Idonot think people of Kyneton realise how important this drill is, and the roll that it played, it was hometothe 4th/19th Light Horse Regiment, and when the Army Reserve pulled out of Kyneton the drill hall was left to the Air Force Cadets an organisation that in Kyneton hadinspired and encouraged hundreds of teenagers over the years.

The Squadron was the first to enrol fe-

male cadets in Australia in 1981 andencouraged leadership and discipline in away that was abenefit to the whole community

The drill hall is an ideal location for the Air Cadets having their own location to parade on Friday nights.

It is large enough for them to do Drill and associated AAFC activities, Imyself, a former long-term member of the Cadets, am disappointed in the squadron relocation.

Does the Kyneton community want to see the Market Street building go into disrepair?

The Army Reserve tried back in 1993 to close the hall and the community fought the decision, well it appears that the government and the Department of Defence have got their way

Kyneton community take astand and be heard and bring the Air Force Cadets home to where they belong and seekthat the drill hall lasts another 100 years and not let this sight become like the old hospital.

Showgrounds for all people

Ruth Murphy,

PipersCreek

In the case ofthe elm trees at the Kyneton Showgrounds, the council claiming that these trees are considered dangerous is ridiculous.

The reason why they were planted by Agricultural Society members has been ignored, along with the important history of the showgrounds as ameans of displaying the Macedon Ranges' great riches and diversity

Please, can we getour priorities right?

This is nottodeny the importance of promoting netball, but surely there is another more appropriate space for the sport, where proper amenities can be built, instead ofremoving the Michael O'Sullivan pavilion, whichwas built to promote the sheep industry

In fact, the Agricultural Society transferred the titles of the showgrounds land to the Shire of Kyneton to enable the Society to receivea stategovernment grant, ironically,for that pavilion.

Show Day brings the district together to have fun with family.The trees were planted to provide aplace for sitting and relaxing in the shade.

The showgroundsare for all people.

Where is the logic?

Gillian Maskell, Elphinstone

When does 'influence' become corruption? There’sa belief that someone influenced the speed limit change in Chewton from 80km/h to 50km/h bypassing the normal protocol for such decisions.

Ihave been told by both politicians and the Dept of Transport and Planning that there was athorough investigation into the change based on the speed zoning guidelines including, the safety record of the road, volumes of different road users, level of access points, nature of the road environment, adjacent speed zones, and other characteristics of the road. I’m sure they won’t mind sharing that report with the public.

Iwas told they had the support of the Victorian Police and Mount Alexander Shire Council. When approached about the change, Mount AlexanderCouncil conceded that they had not been adequately briefed on the reason the section had been made so long.

6.4 kms on ahighway at 50km/h is a long way and takes longer than the 90 seconds extra spouted by VicRoadsand the sheep that follow that mantra.

Were the police informed of the starting point ordid they think it was going to be 50km/h through Wesley Hill,which Idon’t believe too many people had a problem with?

As for the safety record of the road, there have been few,ifany,accidents in thatsection of road. VicRoadsreported that it will reduce the risk of collisions, sadly Ithink there will be adevastating occurrence there in the not-too-distant future.

Reports of tailgating, abuse and overtaking in unsafe places are constant.

The condition of the road is reasonable, and the Pyrenees Highway is a main thoroughfare for trucks and cars into Castlemaine. Business, private and tourism are now suffering the economic impacts of this decision as people travel to Bendigo or Kyneton instead. This is a sparsely populated area with few driveways and fewer side roads.

Where is the logic?

Supermarket progress

Changing landscape: Plenty of construction works going on at Romsey –with prime interest in what is taking place on at the large site of the new Coles supermarket at the southern edge of the town. At the northern edge of Romsey,onthe corner of Hutchison’sLane and Main Road, progress continues on a modern aged care facility

Craft market on Saturday

Need abeanie to wear on that autumn walk these mornings? Would you like adelicious slice of cake to eat and abook to read when you return home? There will be heaps to select from of things just like these at the Craft Market being held by the RM Begg Kyneton Aged Care Auxiliary on Saturday May 4from 9am-1pm at RM Begg'sBolton Hall, 22 Epping Street, Kyneton. You'll find stalls selling knitwear including beanies —scarves, rugs, toys, cakes, jams, sauces books and more and there will be aMother's Day raffle held as well.

Kinder worksdelay

Target timelines on the new kindergarten and Maternal and Child Health Centre in Lancefield have changed, due to the discovery of acultural artefact during site preparation works.

In line with strict protocols around such discoveries, works were immediately paused and project managers the Victorian School Building Authority consulted with the relevant Traditional Owner Corporation.

The corporation has engaged aheritage consultant and is preparing aCultural Heritage Management Plan to enable the works to progress.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council’sdirector of community,Maria Weiss, said the delay to the opening of the facility was disappointing given the communityneed for increased local services.

“This means that the newkinder and Maternal and Child Health Centre will not open as scheduled,” she said.

“Wewill continue to work closely with the VSBAand update families –and the broader public –asthe project progresses, including when we have afirmer idea of revised timelines.”

Busy dayfor bugler

Bugler Bridget McAuley had abusy Anzac Day,officiating at the services at Romsey and Lancefield, then continuing her role at the impressive service at Lancefield Park where the Kyneton and Lancefield senior players and officials lined up before the main football match.

Bridget was playing the cornet and trumpet at the age of 11,and music plays aspecial role in her life.

ARomseyresident, Bridget has four children, and is one of four teachers at Newham Primary School.

Romsey-Lancefield RSL sub-branch president Reinhard Goschiniak said he thought the turnout at Romsey was the largest he could recall, and estimated there were avery encouraging 1200 at the Lancefield service.

Flight Lieutenant Adam Breetvelt, aRoyal New Zealand Air Force officer,was the guest speaker at Lancefield.

Super Quiz answers: 1. The fourth Saturday of each month. 2. Kyneton and Lancefield. 3. Harcourt Applefest. 4. Woodend. 5. Castlemaine. 6. Victoria.

7. Cameron Diaz. 8. 1926 (April 21). 9.

rapeAg variety. 10. All have served as Australian prime ministers.

Apsychological thriller

After the 2023 critically-acclaimed production of Columbo-Prescription:Murder,Cathouse Players artistic director Bette Sartore is taking audiences back in time to Victorian London, and Gaslight,the original version, written by Patrick Hamilton in 1938.

It is insightful and accurate in its depiction of the lengths to which an individual will go to inflict psychological menace.

Bella Manningham's nightmare does come to an end, but not before we are drawn into the dark and utterly devious mind of her husband, Jack.

"There will be some familiar faces in my cast of accomplished Cathouse performers –Fiona Agyeman, Michael Treloar, David Prince, Maggie Browne, and we welcome experienced new member Suzanne Brimley," Bette said.

"Cameo roles will be taken by Frank Sartore and Galen Sartore, making his onstage debut appearance with us.

"The design and construction skills of Brian Fitches and his bespoke stage furniture never cease to amaze me plus he'll be stage manager for Gaslight assisted by S.M.in-training, Nicole Katiforis. Our lighting and sound techie is the experienced and unflappable Helen Gramberg."

Gaslight will be showing at the Kyneton Masonic Centre, 7Yaldwyn Street West, from June 14-23, for six shows only.

Tickets: $25/20, all inclusive. Companion Card is welcome.

Wine, cheese and nibbles will be served at both Friday evenings, and matinee interval fare, 'High Tea with Bubbles' is presented with the usual warm welcome from front-of-house manager Jackie Turner and her team.

Bookings via: www.trybooking.com/CNFMY or call ticket secretary Katie Fitches or Brian on 0490 485 850 for further details, or for any special needs.

TheTrust Fall to screen

Apowerful new Australian documentary film, The Trust Fall: Julian Assange, is currently showing at Radius Art Space, Hepburn Springs.

The film tells the story of Julian Assange –the most famous political prisoner and internationally awarded journalist of our time –who exposed US war crimes and government corruption on his whistleblower WikiLeaks website.

Charged under the antiquated 1917 United States Espionage Act with the threat of a175year prison sentence, Julian is currently awaiting adecision by the UK High Court as to whether they will hear another appeal or whether he will be immediately extradited to the United States to be put on trial for the charges.

Filmed over two years on three continents and in 10 cities, The Trust Fall: Julian Assange features high-profile Assange supporters and conversations with Julian’s family.

The Trust Fall is narrated by Susan Sarandon, Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters, rapper M.I.A and Rage Against The Machine’s guitarist Tom Morello.

Julian has now been detained without conviction for 13 years, including under asylum in London’s Ecuadorian Embassy (six years) and then forcibly-removed to the high-security HM Belmarsh Prison (four years, nine months).

The world-wide distributor of the film is Journeyman Pictures in London.

Michael Treloar as Jack Manningham and Fiona Agyeman as Bella Manningham in Gaslight. Photo: Nicole Katiforis

Covering

Circulated throughout: Kyneton, Castlemaine,Gisborne,Malmsbury,Trentham, Woodend, Redesdale,Lancefield, Romsey,Macedon, Mt. Macedon, Metcalfe, Chewton, Harcourt,Newstead,Maldon,Taradale, Elphinstone Campbells Creek, Guildford, Barkers Creek, Sutton Grange Baringhup,Muckleford, Yapeen.

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Last week we looked at choosing a compost bin, butifyou are tryingtoprocess large quantities oforganic material from your property or surrounds, or are ready to take on the challenge of hot composting, acompost bin is just too small foryou. It is time to think about composting in abay

Abay withan internal capacityofa cubic metre(approx. one metre wide, one metre deep and one metre high) is greattoaim for.The closerto acube or sphere your finished bay is, thebetter theheatand moisture holding capacity of your compost will be

Screwing three discardedwooden pallets together makes aquick and passablebay,(ahalfpallet at the front can stopmaterials falling out thefront –see pic). Moreslats canbe attached or mesh can be stapledoverthe pallets to stop them being so gappy.But apallet bay willhave acapacity of about 1.3 cubic metres, that’s on the largeside.

Bays up to 1.3 cubic metres can still work, but they needto be fed more material each week to makeupthat extra space, otherwise our compost can end upquite flatand this can lead to cooling,drying out andarange of other problems.

Old corrugated roofingcan make bays pretty quickly too(seepic). Timber posts in the corners can hold the corrugated iron stiffenough in a free-standing unit, or posts canbeset in the ground and tin fastenedtothe posts, though our compost area is fixed in placeifwedo this. Some people worry about corri sides not ‘breathing’, but goodaerationisa function of your compost recipe, not thebay material.

Solid timber bays can be great, just make sure your timberisnot chemically treated, and is either salvaged/reclaimed, or,ifnew,from aknown ethical source.

Sliding fronts and dividersare a

wonderful idea, but timber moves when it gets wetand dry and it can be very hardtokeep dividers sliding in and out of slots smoothly

Squarebays tendtodry out in the corners,sopay attention to keeping the corners wet to startwith and watered though thecomposting process.

Bays madefrom straw bales are often suggested, andthey will break down eventually,but it is hard to arrange bales to make anicecubic metre bay,they tendto make amuchsmaller volumebay.Bays under0.7 of acubic metre reallystruggle to hold heatand retain moisture.Composting abale bay atthe end of itslife is rather fitting though.

Wire hoops, oftenwith shadecloth added,are aversatile optionthatare easy to relocate around your garden and allow you towork right around the bay.Mikaela Beckley has developed an openable hoop system(seepic) that many of our YIMBY composters are using and plans for the 'Beckley Bay' are availableon the YIMBY website resource tab.

Wire and shadecloth hoopstend to dry outaround thesides, particularly in windy and hot weather, so keep your compost bayonyour watering schedule insummer

As withbins, thevesselwecompost inisfar less important thanthe quality ofthe compostrecipe we make our pile from. Abalanceofcarbon and nitrogen, enoughmoisture and goodnatural aeration/density isfar more important than whatthe bay is made from.

–Joel Meadows works with *Yes In My Back Yard, (YIMBY), acommunityscale composting initiative inCastlemaine and surrounds. Sendquestions or comments to hello@yimbycompost. com, or to book in fora compost workshop.

Zero tolerance to dogattacks

Hepburn Shire Council has issued infringement notices for matters relating to responsible pet ownership after anumber of reported dog attacks.

Chief executive officer,Bradley Thomas, said that in the past fortnight, infringement notices had been issued for two dog attacks and several dogs at large.

“Our Community Safety team play an important role in educating our community on how to keep their pets and the public safe. We encourage anyone who has been attacked by adog in apublic place to report this to amember of our team,” Mr Thomas said.

“Pet owners have aresponsibility for ensuring their dogsare contained to their properties.

"If you are in public places not designated as an off-leash area, dogs mustbeon a leash and controlled at all times.

“Weappreciate that the majority of pet owners in our shire are doing the rightthing. Our Community Safety team are keen to work with pet owners onkeeping them contained and safe.”

If you own any dogs, you may have the following responsibilities as apet owner:

•All dogs over the age of 12 weeks must be registered

•Ensure all dogs are under effective control when out in public

•Pick up after your dog when out in public

•Dogs must be securely confined to your property

•All dog owners are reminded to consider your neighbours, please don't allow your dog to bark and cause anoise nuisance.

Left:Corrugated roofing and timberbay.Middle: Salvaged pallet baywith wire mesh. Right: ‘Beckley Bay’ shade cloth over wire.

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The house, with afocus on being solar passive, has asimple and easy living layout, open plan but with each area having its own space, the dining tucked to the side, the living area with soaring ceilings and the kitchen, set high, at the core of this area. The house, with its’ polished concrete floors, has an expansive feel with the indoor pool, seen through large indoor windows, creating aspacious ambience.

Accessed from the welcoming atrium is the main bedroom suite, which is just that, asuite. A very spacious bedroom, separate living and office space, walk-in robe and bathroom with spa and double basins. The views from this upstairs area are

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The land is broken up into paddocks, has alarge dam and the piece de resistance, the 100- year- old shearing shed still in working order,the art studio space and large shed all with the benefit of asecond access via Station Street.

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Dean says the staffare very experienced and highly motivated and it’sthese attributes that will bring benefits to King Homes’ clients when designing and building their new home.

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“Our in-house designer Rodney Crick has years of experience and has been fortunate to have worked on many wonderful individual homes, especially in the Macedon Ranges area.”

Rodney says that personally,heisparticularly fond of acreage homes and the freedom that space allows.

“When designing anew home there are many factors to consider,and I place alot of thought on symmetry to ensure the external views and front façade are balanced. Internally it’sabout functionality having rooms that are fit for purpose!”

Dean says that King Homes is aone-stop service from concept to completion, including soil and survey,subdivision, engineering design and energy rating.

“Wehave also branched out into the multi-residential space and can now provide afull array of town planning services, so if this is something you are considering, we can defiantly help with project feasibility,development design and project management.”

Dean says that King Homes has alimited selection of thoughtful predesigned homes that can be offered as astarting point. Go to the company’swebsite (kinghomes.com.au) and take acloser look, or contact Rodney on 0428 482 145 and have achat about what you’re looking for in anew home.

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Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings’ extensive home decor store and their fully stocked mattresses and bedding shop just across the road, cater to all tastes and budgets. You’ll find major international brands and Australian-made furniture, to one-off quirky statement pieces you won’t find anywhere else.

They are an independent, family-owned business that’sbeen around for more than 55 years and have always gone that extra mile for their clients. They cater for every style of room in the house. For the bedroom, there’sbeds, mattresses and all types of bed linen. For the office, there’sdesks, chairs, shelves and more. The lounge room is looked after with alarge range of sofas, occasional and recliner chairs, side tables, lamps, cocktail bars, rugs, TV consoles the list is extensive. Sideboards, dining tables, dining chairs and heaps more are all there for you to select from for your dining room and there’soccasional furniture for the kitchen, too. The outdoors is also taken care of with lounge suites, chairs, tables and accessories including firepits. And the added bonus? Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings offers free delivery within a1.5 hour drive of Kyneton. (See advertpage 57.)

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Australian Tree Care Land Management are specialists in arboriculture and land management.

They have been in the industry for more than 35 years and offer full tree removal and land clearance services, both on a domestic and commercial scale, with machinery and knowledge to achieve all works in atimely and safe manner.Services range from full tree and stump removal, mulching, chipping, stump grinding, pruning, arboriculture reports and earthworks.

Pruning and hazardreduction Trees in our urban environment can outgrow their surroundings and become hazardous if not maintained. ATCprovides pruning and hazard reduction works, all completed by qualified arborists.

Arboriculture reports

With the growing demand and development in central Victoria, the need for arboriculture assessments and reports to support applications for developments, tree removals and council projects is growing rapidly.Australian Tree Care offer afull consulting service from the start to the finish of your project. All of their reports are written by aCert 5qualified arborist. Call them on 0411246 086.

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Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware is where you’ll find all you need for your DIY projects, renovations, construction and garden seven days aweek.

The store is located in Campbells Creek, and locally owned, with leading brands and professional service from a dedicated team of local staff.

amember of the Hardware and Building Traders group, which allows products to be sourced at agreat quality andprice while still allowing it to operate as an independent business.

Recent expansions have seen the store grow in size to cater for additional product ranges and quantities, including are-branding to HHardware.

The store currently stocks various brands of tools, timber,garden, paint and plumbing supplies and offers delivery with afleet of vehicles, including acranetruck.

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Twocar parks provide ample parking on-site and ahandy drive-through in the timber yard for your convenience. Disabled parking is also available in the front car park.

Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware general manager Brad Maltby

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Repeat Metricon customers now secondtime homeowners, Jack Scanlon and his partner Natasha Murphy,recently received the keys to their brand-new home in Gisborne.

Through relentless hard work, Jack and Natasha saved up to buy ablock of land in 2023. Growing up in Gisborne, Jack and Natasha always knew they wanted to build their own home in the area.

After building their very first home with Metricon, aSullivan 17A in Lancefield, this second build was the next stepping stone in their home-owning journey together When Jack was only 20 years old, he was able to save enough for the deposit for their first home. In just three years, they were able to upsize and upgrade to their next dream home after making agreat return from selling their first home and putting that equity back into the second purchase.

Speaking about the journey to building his second Metricon home in just three years, this time an Avanti 27 home from the Freedom range, Jack says they made areally good return after building and selling their first home with Metricon.

“There was never any doubt we wanted to build with them asecond time, this time a larger home with more space, bedrooms, and abigger outdoor area, to suit this next stage in our lives,” he says.

“The process of building your first home can be daunting; however,with fantastic help and guidance from our first new home advisor,weknew that for the second time around, we would once again be in safe hands.

“The team was always there for us, with

the ability to pick up the phone any time to discuss anything from bricks to benchtop finishes.

“Working for myself as atradie in the area, Iwas also heavily invested and fortunate enough to work on the build with the team.

“I know Metricon works with local trades, so this was an opportunity Iwas not going to pass up. Iwas so impressed with the process and the site team that Iam already thinking about building number three and going even bigger!

“I started working on the frame in May, and we first got the keys in early October, so the pace of the build was outstanding. Being across all the details of the construction of your own home was a bonus, and once we managed to get the fencing, gates and garden beds laid out, our dream home took shape and has become areality.”

Metricon’sregional north manager,Tania Tonks, says that building again with Jack and Natasha was areal privilege.

“Weknew them well and helped guide them through the process. They are a highly motivated and inspiring young couple who are the perfect example of what hard work can achieve,” Tania says.

“Weare genuinely so passionate about building our customers’ homes, and Jack and Natasha have been fantastic to work with helping them achieve their homebuilding dreams —for asecond time around and hopefully athird in the nottoo-distant future.”

For more information about Metricon, visit www.metricon.com.au or call 1300 638 742.

Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets are trusted Kyneton-based cabinet makers who design, manufacture and install custom cabinetry right across the Macedon Ranges stretching into metropolitan areas.

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For the DIY,tradies and builders, Instyle can manufacture all your custom cabinets into flat pack form, which will give you great savings on your building and home renovation projects.

All Instyle flat packs are trade quality and come with drawings, hardware and fixings ready for you to assemble and install.

The people behind Instyle, Darren and Jodie, have more than 40 years of experience in the residential and commercial markets.

They love helping home owners realise their dream of enjoying the appeal, quality and practicality of stunning cabinetry Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets’ quality workmanship is ideal for any room of your home or business, including

*Kitchens

*Laundries

*Wardrobes

*Bathrooms

*Garages

As alocal business, Instyle loves having close relationships with customers and suppliers. hey manufacture and machine all their high-quality joinery onsite in their factory right in Kyneton with apickup or delivery service to customers across the region.

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Thinking flooring? Youneed CV! With more than 20 years industry experience, Chris, Graeme and the team will guide you through the process of making your project look its best.

Independent and locally owned, CV Floors values customer service as their number one priority.They pride themselves on their product knowledge and industry expertise –they see flooring as along-term investment and want all customers to make informed decisions, culminating in happy outcomes once their flooring installation has been completed.

CV Floors’ product offerings include alarge range of carpet (including axminster and natural sisal), carpet tiles, vinyl sheet (including commercial), vinyl planks and tiles, linoleum, cork, rubber,hybridand timber floating floors. They also have an array of rugs, mats and runners, and have an overlocking service for carpet edging –custom made mats are aspecialty

CV Floors offers afree measure and quote service within an hour from the store, and has aspacious, modern showroom filled with samples that you are able to borrow to view in your own space. This makes the decision making so much easier and takes the stress out ofthe whole process, which is what the team tries to achieve for each and every client.

CV Floors is based at 23 Elizabeth Street, Castlemaine and is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 9am-noon.

Nowselling Kioti Compact Tractors, UTV's and Implements.

As well as arange of KRAMP linkages, pins and accessories.

On the back of launching American-made Bad Boy Mowers late last year, Rewells is going one step further Yes, ag is back in town with global tractor powerhouse,KKioti To kick things off, Rewells is stocking tractors in Kioti’slifestyle and acreage segment, namely the 25 hp CS2610 and the 30 hp CK3010.

Both models feature 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, liquidcooled diesel engines, ROPS and 540 rpm rear PTO. Ideal for grading, loader work or moving materials, they also come with topnotch attachments, such as the popular 4-in-1 loader Plus, customers can view the full range of Kioti implements, such as slashers, rotary hoes, flail mowers and post-hole diggers.

Then there’sthe Kioti K9 2400 UTV,which is agenuine step up from other UTVs.

For starters, its hydraulic lift tray and cargo capacity of 500 kg make it one rugged workhorse. Power steering makes manoeuvring abreeze and the 24 hp, three-cylinder diesel engine can reach aground speed of 50km/h. The K9 comes in athreeseater or five-seater configuration. Meanwhile, Rewells is adding to its zero turn Bad Boy Mower range. With eye-catching designs and incredibly durable, each Bad Boy boasts heavy-gauge, all-steel, all-welded frames, patented front suspension and aride that’shard to match.

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Homeowner and commercial models are in stock, such as the best-selling ZT Elite, with a48” cutting width, and the pro Maverick HD, with 54” cutting width.

“These are exceptional products and our customers will love getting behind the wheel,” says co-owner Jane Batchelor She and husband Rowan lead the team at Rewells, dedicated to providing the same expert advice and adding to an already diverse product lineup.

“People can shop locally,” says Jane, “so pop in say hi –we’re always happy to help.”

with a1.95per cent finance rate available on new Kioti

To round things off, Rewells is now stocking Shell engine oils and lubricants and KRAMP accessories, such as light bars, linkages and pins and accessories.

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Got ajob around home you wish you could do yourself? Haven’t got the know-how,time or patience to do what’s needed? No matter how big or how small amaintenance job might be, there is someone out there who’ll do it for you. M.J. &T.J. Maintenance Services calls itself the one stop handyman shop and will give you afree quote for any job –large or small.

They are locals and they care about doing their best. They’ll take on landscaping and home maintenance. They’ll paint interiors and exteriors. Construct decks, fences and carry out those renovations. They also do property maintenance and gardening. In fact, their Facebook page reads that there is no maintenance job they won’t do. Give Michael acall on 0457 818 1887.

Even better,Rewells has access to commercial finance,

tractors and UTVs.

Jane and Rowan Batchelor at Rewells Mower Service have a new range of ag products on offer in their Castlemaine store

Hereyou will find ahuge range of Australian made furnitureand one off pieces in stock and ready to go!

✔ Lounge and dining

✔ Rugs, lighting and wall art

✔ Quality outdoor furnitureand firepits

✔ Coffeetables, buffets and more

✔ Electric lift chairs

We stockall the major brands including La-z-boy, IMG Comfort Furniture, Moran and Molmic. Plus discoverquirkypieces sourcedfrom around the world.

✔ All major

Bedframes

✔ Electric lift beds

✔ Kid’sbedsand bunks

✔ Bedroom furniture

✔ Luxury linen, pillows and towels

✔ Electric blankets

Needanexpertplumber?

TSB Plumbing and Drainage is asmall family plumbing business with Tom, the working director,living apassion for plumbing and customer care. He’shere to listen to your plans and ideas and guide you through the process if you are renovating, building or extending, ensuring you get what you want and all plumbing work complies with all relevant regulations.

Sustainable living is ahuge interest for Tom, too. Plumbing will play alarge part in that sector in years to come, Tomsays. If it’ssimply harvesting your roof catchment into water tanks and reusing your water for flushing your loo or irrigation, or installing an electric heat pump system to lower your carbon footprint, there’splenty in store for those who want to be alittle ‘greener’. No job is too small or out of the question. Leaky taps or running cisterns can add up to avery expensive water bill. It is best to resolve these problems as soon as possible. TSB also replace hot water services and can convert your gas to an electric heat pump system.

There’salonglist of what TSB Plumbing and Drainage can do for their clients CCTV camera inspections, sewer replacements, backflow and maintenance inspections and reports and more. Give them acall on 0423 505 790.

Caddick Designs are your local experts in tailored building design and solution focused town planning. The practice is based in the Macedon Ranges, with broad reaching services across Victoria and diverse portfolio of projects.

Caddick Designs has expertise in residential design, renovations/ extensions, new house and multi-dwelling developments, commercial and public building design, town planning submissions and advice, and building applications and advice. The team is also highly skilled in energy ratings and thermal performance advice, project management for residential, commercial and public buildings, review, assessment and advice on repair /

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renovations to existing buildings, and bushfire attack level reports.

Established in 1987 by GeoffCaddick, the practice is now owned and operated by daughter Yvonne Caddick.

Caddick Designs has aproventrack record undertaking building design with diverse variables, such as heritage, environmental and other planning overlays, sloping and difficult sites, bushfire zones, construction with various material types, and challenging renovation and extension design.

The team is passionate about problem solving, improving liveability through design, sustainable design practices and sharing knowledge of the building industry (See advertpage54)

Anexpertinhomerenovations,self-contained

The Evolve Group specialises in the custom manufacturing of architectural joinery and stone specifically dedicated to designs by architects and interior desiigners. They wellcome alll cllientts looking for full home fit outs, kitchens or single powder room vanities. With more than 27 years of experience in the industry,the team at Evolve is at the forefront of these specialised and artisan trades. They have certainly put in the work to become the highest quality combined joinery and stone service within Victoria. Having the resources and qualified trades available enables Evolve to tailor aclient’sconcept and needs efficiently in-house.

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General manager Beau Redpath takes pride in knowing his team will go above and beyond clients’ expectations to provide exceptional customer service and deliver aquality product. Working alongside many reputable suppliers and showcasing avast range of design options within the showroom, Evolve clients are provided with an informative and enjoyable experience with each project.

Evolve’sinterior design and manufacturing includes

*Architectural joinery

*Bespoke joinery

*Design and plan drawing service

*Concept to completion

Residential work by Evolve includes

*Kitchen

* Bathroom * Laundry

* Study * Media

* Furniiture and d more Commercial work includes

*Bars and restaurant fit outs

*Shop fit outs

*Office fit outs

*Commercial displays

*Office furniture

Architectural custom stone work for mid to high-end projects is aspeciality of the Evolve team who’ll create commercial stone features for

*Bars

*Floor and wall cladding

*Reception

*Desks

*Bathrooms

Residential stone work by Evolve can create features for

*Benchtops

*Splashbacks

*Feature stone pieces

*Wall and floor cladding

*Vanities

*Fireplace hearths and more. No job is too big or too small for Evolve to take on for aclient. The team is open to all enquiries and the showroom is open to visitors, just phone in advance before you drop in to make sure that a staffmember is on hand when you plan to call. Consultations with Evolve are free.

ImpeccableWorkmanshipwithExquisiteAttentiontoDetail.Evolveisworkinghardto becomethehighestqualitycombinedjoineryandstoneservicewithinVictoria

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Vegetation and invasive weed management, earthmoving, and property clean-ups across central Victoria are the speciality of Mountain View contracting. With astrong focus on eco-friendly solutions, the MV team is dedicated to delivering topnotch services.

Eco Blade

Gorse and blackberry can be managed highly successfully with MV’scutting-edge Eco Blade machine. It drastically reduces the need for harmful chemicals while ensuring a high kill rate.

When hand spraying is needed, the MV team can provide expert ground spraying services for all areas, including hard-to-reach gorse, blackberry and other invasive weeds.

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Driveway construction, dig-outs, delivery of quarried products, dirt and rock removal and property clean-ups can also be carried out for clients as can fire breaks and more.

Slashing &mulching

Slashing and mulching services for both small and large acreages and can help keep your property fire-safe.

Call Paul on 0418 105 658 to discuss your property maintenance needs.

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Locally owned and operated Leemon Design has been creating custom residential new builds and extensions in the Macedon Ranges, Hepburn Shire and the Geelong region for the past three years. With nearly 20 years combined experience, the Leemon Design team is true to the company’sphilosophy of designing progressive buildings that are better for their inhabitants and their surrounds. They have apassion for architecture and designing more efficient and comfortable homes for a better future. The Leemon Design team is headed by director Callum Leemon who is aqualified building designer and registered building practitioner.Callum is accompanied by his wife Kate Leemon who was born and raised in Kyneton and is aqualified andaccredited thermal performance assessor.Kate’s accreditation allows Leemon Design to offer energy ratings in house without relying on external consultants. The third member ofthe boutique team is building designer Branden Pearce. Branden joined Leemon design as astudent building designer and was awarded the Best Student Award consecutively in his final years of study and hassince been awarded Best Digital Presentation by aStudent in the 2023 Design Matters industry awards.

Callum believes that communication is the key toLeemon Design’ssuccess so clients can see their dream home evolve into reality.Beinglocally owned and operated, the Leemon Design team understands the climate and natural environment of the Macedon Ranges and regional Victoria and are aware of the challenges the built and natural environment can present to homeowners.

Living and working in the local area since 2006, Callum has gained valuable experience, knowledge, reputation and relationships with local builders, tradies and consultants in order to confidently assist you with yournext project. Leemon Design offers customresidential building design services including

*Sketch plans

*Town planning drawings

*Town planning applications

*Construction documentation

*Bushfire attack level reports

*Thermal performance assessments (energy rating)

Leemon Design also works with consultants to arrange and prepare

*Land surveying

*Bushfire management statements

*Land capability assessments

*Land management plans

*Arborist reports

*Structural and civil engineering

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Windows and doors are one of the most important parts of ahome. They set the tone inside and out. Get them wrong and you have amassive expense to change them.

AGI Windows and Doors wants to get it right, first time.

The team offers great choices, makes sure you understand the product and gives you time to absorb the information before making your decision.

Together they offer decades of customer service and fabrication experience and some

of the best domestic and commercial windows and doors around. Their customers are everyone from the home renovator through to award-winning builders. AGI listens closely to their needs, identify goals and budget and offer tailored best-fit solutions that bring the vision to life.

AGI takes standards and workmanship personally.Nothing leaves their factory without their tick of approval.

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Give Custom Bathroom Projects acall when you are looking for specialists in bathroom renovations.

James has been working in the Macedon Ranges and beyond for the last 15 years as acarpenter.Let the Custom Bathroom Projects team guide you through astress-free journey to sophistication, where every selection and decision leads to the bathroom of your dreams, designed to last and reflect your exclusive style for years to come. James and his team at Custom Bathroom Projects erase renovation worries with their dedication to quality and insured craftsmanship, guaranteeing awaterproof outcome that brings you tranquillity and spares you from future costs. If you have been thinking about renovating your bathroom, call James now

Acelochforallyour earthmovingneeds

Aceloch Earthmoving is your go-to company for all your earthmoving needs. They offer acomprehensive range of earthmoving services, including excavation, demolition, site clearing and more. Aceloch’shighly skilled professionals are committed to providing reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to help you get your job done on time and within budget.

They have afleet of modern and wellmaintained earthmoving equipment, including excavators, bobcats, and tipper trucks, to handle any project, big or small. Their team is experienced in working across arange of industries, including residential, commercial and industrial.

They understand that every project is

unique, which is why they offer tailored solutions to meet your specific requirements.

Their team will work closely with you from start to finish, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standards of quality andsafety

At Aceloch Earthmoving, they pride themselves on their commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. They are dedicated to building long-term relationships with their clients, and will always go the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction.

So, whether you need excavation for anew building site, site clearing for a construction project, or demolition of an existing structure, Aceloch Earthmoving has got you covered.

The team at Frosts Building and Timber Supplies know exactly what the local builder, farmer and handyperson needs –and so they should! They’re asecond generation local family business spanning 50 years. Frosts is aone-stop shop for all your building and fencing needs stocking ahuge range of quality building products for residential or commercial projects and they keep their prices at highly affordable levels.

Frosts services include

*Timber flooring –residential and commercial timber flooring services

*Building supplies –supplies such as timber,steel, aluminium, cement, plasterboard, adhesive and DIY building materials

*Decking supplies and decking materials

*Door supplies such bi-fold door supplies.

What’smore, Frosts’ location in Sawmill Lane, Monegeetta, means that they are easily accessible –no traffic or parking probs here! Pay them avisit and you’ll find what you need for that project.

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A new home is so much more than just bricks and mortar Cutlack Builders believe a new home is the foundation to the picture of how life should and can be.

Acorrectly designed and built home can make all the difference. Cutlack Builders offer services for new homes, renovations, alterations, additions and extensions. Their quality in building is second to none.

Have you ever wondered why most houses are so cold in winter and so hot in summer? And use so much energy to make them comfortable to live in? Contact Cutlack Builders to find out how they make all the difference.

Brant and his team of qualified subcontractors, tradesmen and consultants share the passion for creating homes and doing quality work that will last for years.

Brant became aqualified carpenter after he recognised his passion for building was more than just ahobby.With years of experience in the building industry,Brant took his passion astep further and became aregistered builder

In addition, Brant has gained Green Builder Studies, Certificate II in Engineering Studies, and Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

Cutlack Builders is amember of the Housing Industry Association, Master Builders and the Building Commission. As aservice, they carry all relevant insurances, including public liability,contract works and home warranty insurance. Send them your plans, talk to them about your ideas or choose from their plan range.

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The first double-storey addition to Metricon’s Acreage Collection, the Highlander, is winning hearts across the board – and it’s easy to see why The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, the expansive Highlander residence is primely positioned in the leafy town of Gisborne. Beautifully enriched by sky-high ceilings, generous proportions and unrivalled fixtures and finishes, the Highlander delivers an uncompromising lifestyle of luxury Based on one of Metricon’smost sought-after acreage homes, the Denver,the Highlander is the epitome of contemporary country living.

“The opportunity to create adouble-storey version of the Denver enabled us to incorporate features never seen before in acreage homes,” says Adrian Popple, Metricon design director

Designed around atowering atrium entrance that soars the full height of the home, this grand entryway flows into an impeccably presented kitchen and sublime open-plan living area that effortlessly transitions to atranquil outdoor entertaining retreat.

“The kitchen, butler’spantry and laundry zones are all linked with dual access points so that they are both functional and luxuriously vast, creating areal statement space, which you would expect in ahome of this size. There’salso an oversized garage with aworkshop and separate storeroom for the home handyman or anyone keen on working the land.”

The Highlander also presents ahome theatre ideal for movie lovers, and an additional sitting room on the ground floor so that everyone can carve out their own space. The main downstairs bedroom has its own huge ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, and there are three more additional bedrooms, all spacious and with their own walk-in wardrobes too.

Head up asweeping staircase to uncover yet another spectacular master suite. The first floor is also home to another sitting room and astudy area, ideal for those looking for some peace and quiet.

“Boasting five bedrooms, including two master suites, one on each level, along with four living areas means the home can be zoned offinamultitude of ways to provide the ultimate in flexibility and multi-generational living,” Adrian says.

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Buying into the Highlander lifestyle is indulging in adream that caneasily become areality

The Highlander displayhome in Gisborne at 13 Willowbank Road is open dailyfrom11am-5pm.

With home and business energy prices rising and the answer to power possibilities changing rapidly,it’sgood to know there is aplace where you can readily get the power situation explained to you and your questions answered.

The team from Central Spark is holding Tuesday Chats, local solar and battery information sessions and Q&As. They have awealth of knowledge on the subject and are always keeping up to date so their clients have the best possible advice and opportunities.

Based in Castlemaine and servicing far and wide across central Victoria including Kyneton and surrounds, Central Spark has more than adecade of experience providing high-quality renewable energy solutions.

But the information you can gather from Central Spark isn’t limited to information sessions.

Company spokesperson Paul Blackman lives in Guildford and travels regularly throughout the region delivering

customised quotes on arange of solar systems. He works with customers to provide the most suitable energy solution for their requirements.

“Wehave extensive experience in various installation challenges and are in constant internal contact with our employed in-house team of A-grade electricians and solar/battery accredited designers,” he says.

“Weare able to offer the most accurate and realistic installation advice, even if that means not installing anything!”

Paul says one of the main focuses of Central Spark as a locally owned business –owner Matthew Wilson grew up in Maldon –was offering transparency in the solar field.

“Weare very much a‘nuts and bolts’ solar business and there is no smoke or mirrors. We offer sensible, realistic options and then work on providing the best system for each customer’sneeds,” Paul says. He says solar systems were always popular and now

more reliable than they had ever been with the solar panels themselves also cheaper and better than at any time in history

Despite that, there is still alot of chat about solar happening at backyard barbecues that just isn’t quite right.

Youcan find out heaps of information at aTuesday Chat, such as how modern inverters can be wifi-links to portals so power gathering anduse can bemonitored. Different technologies are also onoffer and changing. The pricing and quality ofequipment on offer can vary greatly and updates on rebates and incentives are also at the Central Spark team’sfingertips, as is all the knowhow of battery storage.

There is alot to know and understand about solar power, so before you decide to take the step at your place, visit aTuesdayChat. Details are in the advert below on this page.

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As aweekender or permanent home, 30 Adair Street, Maldon is both comfortable and stylish with light filled spaces, generous rooms and an easy to live in feel. Decorative ceilings and doors provide the charm of aperiod home, and polished wooden flooring runs throughout adding warmth and character

As you enter via the front portico, antique french doors unfold into aspacious open plan living area, seamlessly combining the lounge room and dining space. In keeping with atraditional floorplan, the country style kitchen is separate. Aworking wood cooker and modern appliances including electric cooktop and wall oven plus dishwasher blend the old and new.A moveable island bench is perfect when entertaining.

There are three bedrooms, all are generous and all have built-in robes. The master is expansive with plenty of room to incorporate an ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe. It also has asplit system and ceiling fan for optimum comfort. The bathroom blends country flair with functionality,offering lots of space and integrated laundry facilities.

Anorth facing deck accessible from the sitting room creates aseamless indooroutdoor connection, creating alovely flow from the home to the garden. Establishing vines will cover the alfresco for the perfect summer retreat. The garden has been lovingly

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•Flexible floorplan with 2/3 bedrooms, 3 shower rooms and 2toilets

•Off-grid solar power with battery storage, rain water storage and multiple dams

•23.6acres approx. with access from Rilens and Butchers Roads. Treed/cleared land, good fencing and quiet location

established with shade trees, screens of greenery and masses of colourful plantings. Large, grassed areas are great for pets or children to enjoy and the property is fully fenced and secure. Agarden shed with power is the ideal storage solution for garden tools and other essentials. There is ample off-street parking, and acarport provides protected vehicle storage and sheltered access into the home.

Positioned in one of Maldon’smore sought-after streets, you are only ashort stroll from the delights of its cafes and eateries, shopping and attractions.

Property: Deceptively spacious -desirable location

Address: 30 AdairStreet Maldon

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$769,000Agent:

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•2 generous 1/4 acre blocks with rural aspect. Walk to Harcourt town centre

•Pre andprimary schools at your doorstep, plus easy access to the Calder Highway for commute to Melbourne or Bendigo

•Colorbond fencing to both sides leaving the rears free to enjoy the bush views. Power and other services close by

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The Butterfly House

89 Duke Street, Castlemaine

Classic retroarchitecturedoesn’tget better than this. Welcome to the Butterfly House, an iconic landmark in Castlemainefor its retrodesign and stunning angled roofline typical of the 1950s. The generous 1002 sqm (approx) property has an approved two-lot sub-division with foot access to Whalley Street and the Leanganook Track.

Villa Passalaqua

5Fletcher Street, Guildford

This beautiful and charming three-bedroom property sits nestled within its environment, as it has since the 1880s when it was once The Farmers Arms Hotel, an Edwardian brick frontage was added to the home in 1919. Villa Passalaquaisahome away from home, making for afantastic country weekend retreat or ahome base.

An Emerging Design

44 Brigade Avenue, Campbells Creek

Beautifully presented, this contemporary newly built double-storey three-bedroom home sits perfectly within its landscape and garden by renowned designer Simon Rickard. An emerging design, the 1088 sqm (approx) property allows for asense of space inside and out, capturing the north light and a flexible floorspacewithstudio space.

$885,000

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Brand New Living

6Gunangara Drive, Muckleford

Newly built, this brick facade four-bedroom home on 703 sqm in the heart of the Gunangra Estate is move-in ready.The landscaping is ablank space ready for you to create your dream garden. With views over the surrounding area and only minutes from the heart of Castlemaine, be part of this new and exciting community!

$775,000 View

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Wingrove

98 Parkins Reef Road, Maldon

Wingrove an architecturallydesigned home on a private 4046 sqm (approx.) features direct entry into the open-plan kitchen with dining and living. Four bedrooms, the main with ensuite and walk-in robe. The property includes self-contained private accommodation with akitchenette, sitting area, bedroom and abathroom with toilet.

$1,480,000 View

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Immaculate Living

65 Brown Street, Castlemaine

This two-bedroom brick veneer home on a556 sqm (approx) corner allotment is beautifully presented and neat as apin inside and out, making it afine choice for immaculate living. Ideally located ashort drive from the centreofCastlemaine for retail and amenities, this home is easy living at its finest. A much-loved home is awaiting its next chapter $749,000

Spacious Living

19 Martin Street, McKenzie Hill

With views of the distant hills and sited on a generous 2699 sqm (approx) corner allotment, this circa 1978 brick four-bedroom home is aproperty for one looking for space and shedding, all within ashort drive of Castlemaine for schools, retail, the train station, sporting facilities and additional amenities.

$875,000

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AHome for All

701 Pyrenees Highway,Chewton

Privately tucked away on 15.3 acres (approx). Enter the home and into the updated open-plan kitchen with dining and living. Adjoining the kitchen is a second living room or fourth bedroom plus astudy Three bedrooms, the main bedroom with an ensuite. Adouble carportadjoins the house, and a7.5 x6m garage provides additional parking and storage.

$1,200,000

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Sanctuary living

Welcome to 8Sanctuary Drive Kyneton, astunning four bedroom, separate study,central bathroom and ensuite house with aspaciousbackyard and a whopping eight garage spaces. This beautiful property is situated on agenerous 1440m2 land area (approx.) offering plenty of space for outdoor activities and entertainment.

The home is truly impressive, with abrick exterior and timber flooring throughout. The interior features aspacious family and living room, dining room, and kitchen, perfect for hosting gatherings and enjoying time

with family and friends.

Agreat plus to this property is the triple garage for car accommodation and internal access as well as adouble carport suitable for caravan and boat plus another shed or work shop.

Located in apeaceful neighbourhood, this property offers asereneescape from the hustle and bustle. With easy access to the freeway and nearby parks, schools, hospitals, and medical services this home is ideal for those looking for abalance of convenience and natural beauty

Property: Four bedrooms and aseparatestudy

Address: 8Sanctuary Drive, Kyneton

Price: $1,250,000 -$1,350,000

Agent: Raine &Horne Kyneton

AN EASY CHOICE

•Set on acorner allotment with easy to maintain gardens this townhouse environment allows for easy to enjoyliving or wonderful investment.

•Features 2generous sized bedrooms, central bathroom, open plan kitchen meals living and aseparate Northfacing sunroom or extra living room

•A securelock up garage and ducted cooling arealso included.

OFI: Saturday 4th May10.00am -10.30am

FORSALE $595,000 2 1 392sqm 1

134 Duke Street, CASTLEMAINE

FORSALE

$820,000 -$895,000

“ALLUVIAL”

•Hidden behind an established hedge is this delightful period cottage retaining many features of abygone era.

•Features 3bedrooms, 2bathrooms, living room,kitchen meals family,study nook, cellar,and avariety of outdoor entertaining options.

•Chicken run, vegetable patch, established gardens, garden and storage sheds, solar powerand much more.

OFI: Saturday 4th May10.00am -10.30am

FORSALE

$1,150,000 –$1,250,000

IDYLLIC RETREAT

•Serene 10-acreretreat with nativeflora, pastures, and 2 tranquil dams.

•Light-filled 1990s residence boasting 3bedrooms and 2 loft/attics.

•Enjoypolished timber floors, hydronic heating, and a spacious central fireplace.

•Indulge in aRussian-imported sauna, ample shedding, mains and solar power, and water tanks.

OFI: Saturday 4th May2.00pm -2.30pm

1/23Gainsborough Street, CASTLEMAINE

422Drummond-Vaughan Road, GLENLUCE

109Piper Street,Kyneton

Characterand warmth from every corner

ForSale: $995,000 -$1,075,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

24 HoburdDrive,Woodend

Privacyand position in park like setting

Private Sale: $1,250,000 -$1,350,000

Inspect: As advertised or by appointment

Elegant Woodcot is abeautiful, long held family home with its origins dating back to the family of Sir Harry Lawson, once aPremier of Victoria.

An unmatched lifestyle opportunity awaits in tightly held Turner Street, Woodcot offers abeautiful, treed setting with north facing garden outlook behind awhite picket fence, acharming, elevated street presence and original return verandahs.

Inside there are three double bedrooms with tall double hung windows, an entry vestibule with leadlight window and long central hallway

There is ducted gas heating for comfort while for style there are original doors and windows and period wallpaper of the era plus alarge lounge room with corner marble surround fireplace.

Unmatched lifestyle

The large dining room features afireplace/ heater and built-in bookshelf while the 1970’s era kitchen is complete with adishwasher, meals area and walk-in pantry

Bathroom, laundry,and rear vestibule also feature while the east facing sunroom offers a spacious studio or extra living space.

Original gardens have pathways, trees, and adriveway that wraps around to the rear of the home which has asingle garage, large oak tree and much space to accommodate future extensions, remodeling, outbuildings, or gardens.

Adjoining the west side, an additional 1,000m2 residential allotment may be secured by the purchaser of the home. It has amatching picket fence, stone walling and gardens offering agreat site for anew home or much space for the garden enthusiast.

Seewhatthe othersdon’t

Property: Woodcot circa 1913 –acaptivating Edwardianresidence

Address: 8Turner Street,Castlemaine

Price: $1,250,000

Agent: Belle Property Castlemaine

Contact: RobWaller 0418 571130

Blasi Mulholland 0418 571130

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Belle Property Castlemaineand Maldon.

13 Hill View Court, McKenzie Hill

4a 2b 2v 1473r

•Stunning modern home with views& polished timber floor.

•Luxe interior with 4car garage, 3-4 bedrooms, 2covered outdoor areas anda large landscapedgarden with outlook.

Rob Waller |0418571 130

Tim Noonan |0413464 949

For sale

$1,150,000

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4/8 Gaulton Street, Castlemaine

2a 1b 2v 268r

•Wonderful townhouse unit with secure garden, delightfulsetting2blocksfromthe shops.

•Discover an updated interior withaninviting open-plan lounge &generous kitchen.

Rob Waller |0418571 130

Blasi Mulholland |0417311 733

Belle PropertyCastlemaine |5470 5811

167 Barker Street, Castlemaine

Belle PropertyMaldon |5475 1055

30A MainStreet,Maldon

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$599,000

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1Kulindi Court, McKenzie Hill

3a 1b 2v 634r

•Periodstyle brick villa in delightfulgardens with solar and reverse cycle air.

•3 double bedrooms withrobes, large 2-way bathroom,double garagewithdirect entry, kitchenwith walk-in pantry.

Rob Waller |0418571 130

Scott Rawlings |0409675 408

For sale

$715,000

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35 Bull Street, Castlemaine

3a 1b 2v 937r

•Delightfully improved 1950 timbervillain Bluechip locale with 2doublebedrooms.

•Renovated 1800sstables with workshop and large upstairs studio space.

•Leafygarden, fruit trees andoutdoor area.

Rob Waller |0418571 130

Blasi Mulholland |0417311 733

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Twofor one

Utterly unique, the property has alarge home divided into two self-contained dwellings. It offers diverse living options and possibilities from housing large/extended family,weekender retreat or generating aseparate income.

The main residence has two bedrooms with builtin robes, renovated bathroom with toilet and shower, modern kitchen/dining, and aspacious lounge. Internal features include split system air conditioner, wood-burning heater,gas log fire, ceiling fans, brick feature walls and raked ceiling.

The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, ample bench space and cupboard storage.

The second space has two bedrooms with builtin robes, athree-piece bathroom, separate toilet, kitchen/dining, and lounge.

The property is set on (approx.) three acres, offering plenty of space. Enjoy the in ground pool, entertainment area and bar.Additions include two fenced paddocks, secure dog run and ample parking.

Located only afive minute drive from Castlemaine CBD for all your shopping and amenity needs. Easy access to Calder freeway for those travelling to Bendigo (25 mins) or Melbourne (90 mins). This property is available for settlement early 2025.

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1Archibold Street,Chewton

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JustListed-10Acres

10 acres

1 1

Charmingcottage offering open plandiningliving, kitchen, two bedrooms, shared laundryand bathroom plus separate toilet.Split system,gas logfire andceiling fans for year round comfort. Outdoors,a beautifulmix of cottage stylegardens and establishedtrees, undercover decked space, agreat place to entertain. The 483sqm allotment is fully fencedand offersa single carport, additional parking in driveway andgarden shed.

$620,000—$650,000

256 Blakeley Road, Castlemaine

Forthose lookingfor atree change andwant the peaceand quietofa country lifestyle, this10acre(approx) parcel representsanexcellent opportunitytobuild your acreage dream(S.T.C.A).Accessedbya quietroad with minimalpassing traffic.The land offersa mixtureofclearedand timbered land with gentle undulation,plusmultiple optionsfor home sites(S.T.C.A). Thereismains power available.Locatedinanextremely well-held area of Castlemaine, only 4kms from theCBD. $600,000

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CARTER -Peter 10.4.64

We are sad to announce the passing of our dear Dad

Didn’t get to say

‘Goodbye Dad &Pa’

We will miss you

Foreverinour Hearts

Stu, Meg &Darc, Lausie &your special little girlAria.

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CARTER -Peter

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Youwere abig part of our family Pete Lovedbyusall Rest in Peace

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Dear Friend of Jodie &Jeff Thanksfor the great memories Memories will be ours to keep Takentoo soon. Rest in Peace

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Some people come into this world and leave an impression on the many they meet. They show that decency,integrity, strength and warmth can be lived and shared amongst people. There is no doubt that Joan Gladman was one of them.

As amother,wife, friend, colleague and of course, Real EstateAgent, she was an inspiration beyond words, with aninsight and approach to life that touched many; her depth of beauty extended well beyond looks and style. She has now moved over to continue her outstanding role as aleader We saygoodbye with the love, appreciation and adoration she deserves and thank all who knew and loved her for being part of herspectacular life.

Funeral details will be available on the Natural Grace website naturalgrace.com.au

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LANGLEY David Robert 20.03.1944 -24.04.2024

Dearly lovedand loving husband of Angela.

Loving father of Jess stepfather of Lucy and Em, father-in-lawofGarry, Tony and Andrew. Cherishedgrandfather of Amelia, Hugh and Ted.

Lovedbrother of Nina.

Private cremation.

Memorial details to be published at alater date

TREZISE

Allan John 16.06.1938 -22.04.2024 Loving husband of Dot Loving father and father-in-lawto Kerryn &Paul, Michelle (dec.), Leanne &Murrayand Andrew&Melanie Grandad of Lauren, Peter,Lily and James Great Grandad of Lucas Hardworking hands nowatrest.

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TREZISE Allan John 16.06.1938 -22.04.2024

Oh Dad, this is hard to tell, That you’ve enjoyed your last coffee at the RSL. Shared your final hamburger with Mum, And nowthat your time is done, We are left feeling so sad, Because memories abound of our Dad. I’ll get that Bourkies lamington foryou, And rememberaman that wasabsolutely True Blue Rest peacefully Dad.

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TREZISE Allan John AFuneral service to celebrate the lifeof Mr Allan John Trezise will be heldatthe Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5PiperStreet, Kyneton, on MONDAY (May6th 2024), commencing at 10:30am

Aburial at Woodend Cemeterytofollow. In memory of Allan please wear atouch of blue

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SIMMONDS -John 2.5.2021

We think about youalways We talk about youstill Youhavenever been forgotten

And younever will We hold youclose within our hearts And there you will remain To walk and guide us through our lives Until we meet again. Deeply lovedand sadly missed Lisa, Duncan, Mackenzie and Digby

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MT ALEXANDER VINTAGE ENGINE CLUB RAFFLE RESULTS.

1st. Di Walsh 2nd.

G.McHugh 3rd. M.Chaplin 4th. R.Dohn't 5th. J. Grant +10other minor prizes. All Winners notified. Thanks to all for your support.

CRAFT MARKET

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Kyneton Fire Brigade

Open Day

Saturday11th May 10:00am -2:00pm

Come on down and enjoyafreesausagesizzle.

•Learnabout Home Fire Safety •Property Preparation.

•Tourour Station, see our Heritage of 140 years of serving the local community We will have theSmokeHouse here to experience going through smoke. Register forafree smokealarm if youmeet criteria.

•Meet the local Fire Fighters that help protect your community

•See the Fire Trucks,Playwater skittles

•There will be giveaways forchildren.

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KYNETON

Collins Newsagency -Mollison St

Express Office -Market Street

Fika Café

Kyneton Home Hardware

Kyneton IGA

Kyneton /Daylesford Drycleaners

Watts Fresh -Mollison Street

EG Ampol Petrol Station

MALMSBURY

General Store

REDESDALE /LANGLEY

General Store

TRENTHAM /TYLDEN

IGA Country Store

General Store

WOODEND /CARLSRUHE

IGA Woodend

Newham Store

Woodend Newsagency

Carlsruhe Roadhouse

GISBORNE

Foodworks

Gisborne IGA

Riddells Creek Newsagency

MACEDON

Macedon IGA

Macedon Newsagency &Post Office

MT.MACEDON

Mt Macedon Trading post

ROMSEY

Romsey IGA

LANCEFIELD

Newsagency

Property Management Macedon Ranges

CASTLEMAINE

AmpolService Station -Johnstone Street

Belle Property -Barker Street

Caravan Park Big -Doran Street

Castlemaine IGA -Barker Street

Castlemaine Property Group

Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar

Cumberland -Barker Street

Daily Express -C/M Railway Station

Das Coffee House -Mill -Walker Street

Hot &Crusty -Barker Street

Jellis Craig -Mostyn Street

Lyal Eales -Barker Street

Maxi IGA -Hargreaves Street

Newsagency -Mostyn Street

Petstock -Forrest Street

Regional Enterprise -Halford Street

Tingays smash repairs-Elizabeth Street

CHEWTON /TARADALE

ELPHINSTONE

Grist Bakery -Wesley Hill

East End Servo -Main

Chewton Post Office

Elphinstone Post Office

Taradale Metro Fuel

HARCOURT

Post Office

Harcourt BP

CAMPBELLS CREEK /GUILDFORD

Mt Alexander Timber &Hardware

Post Office

Five Flags Merchants

Post Office

NEWSTEAD

Newstead Grocer/Bakery

Post Office/RSD

Newstead Country Store

MALDON

Newsagency -Main Street

Maldon Information Centre

Baringhup Store

Hannah headed to Tamworth

During the recent school holidays several riders from the region attended the Interschools State Championships at Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.

The event runs over five days and is extremely competitive with more than 400 riders and 500 horses competing.

Hannah Fletcher represented Castlemaine Secondary College and won the Preliminary Senior Dressage Championship on Brookside Denzel. They placed third in the Show Hunter Senior and seventh overall

out of 200 secondary students.

Hannah and Brookside Denzel have gained two spots on Team Victoria competing at the Australian Interschools Championships in Tamworth later this year in September

“It’sa long drive but we’ve always wanted to go to Tamworth,” Hannah and mum Sarah said.

This will be Hannah’slast year competing at Interschools as she completes year 12.

Home track winner

Trainer Mick Sell has always been convinced Brooklyn Baby has plenty of ability,and she proved it on Saturday Racing on her home track after abreak of 13 weeks since her Maiden success, the four-year-old mare scored the easiest win of the day on the nine-event program.

Regular rider John Keating rode her atreat from barrier 1in the Happy Birthday Cameron Lloyd Handicap over 1115 metres.

Keating booted Brooklyn Baby clear in the straight to win by eight lengths, much to the delight of the trainer,breeder and owners.

At one stagethe mare had run second on five occasions, but two wins in arow have now taken her earnings to $84,495.

Keating has been atremendous help to the Sell stable since the trainer sustained a broken leg, and capped offthe meeting by riding the winner of the final race.

Track rider Aftab also received aspecial mention for his work with the mare.

AUTUMN AUTU

Hannah Fletcher riding Brookside Denzel. Photo: One Eyed Frog Photography

Brooklyn Baby ridden by John Keating wins the Happy Birthday Cameron Lloyd 0- 58 Handicap at Kyneton. Photo: Jay Town/Racing Photos

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Kyneton women support campaign

Over the weekend, people from all over Australia came together in their communities to rally against genderbased violence. This rally-cry was also brought to the soccer pitch. Across the Bendigo Amateur Soccer League, women’steams were wearing orange armbands in solidarity with women who have been victims of violence. A terrifying 31 women have been killed since the start of 2024 and most of them at the hands of someone they knew and who they should have been able to trust.

Kyneton Ranges Women’ssoccer team linked arms and bowed their heads in a minute’ssilence at the start of their two matchups this weekend in Bendigo and wore the orange armbands with pride.

Kyneton women’sDiv 1clash with Eaglehawk was awell-fought match and the orange armbands led the heart for the teams. Kyneton, with only 10 players on the pitch, played hard and with the team welcoming back Isha Kuyateh to the gloves, stood firm between the goal posts for the game.

Keeping locked in the backline was AvaColeman, captain Bec Cole and Maddie Hacche who fielded the incoming balls from Eaglehawk with grace and determination, sending balls up the pitch to the welcoming midfield and forwards Remy McTaggart, Zara Hooppell, Lorelei Cook, Lucy Hebborn, Bronte Randell and Miranda Minson. It was ahard game, it was asolid game, but by the time the

Ref’slast three whistles blew

was unable to bring goals to their side of the ledger with the final score going down to Eaglehawk, 0-3.

Kyneton women’sDiv 2matched up with Epsom Stingers, also wearing the orange armbands, and with the team having no subs, they played with all their heart and soul. There were firsttime keepers donning the gloves, Lucy Hebborn and Lucy ‘OG’ Campbell, keeping any attempts on goal out, and the solid impenetrable backline with Bec Cole, Miranda Minson, Remy McTaggart and Mon O’Toole making sure the Epson forwards didn’t stand achance getting to the top of the box. All the midfields were kept very busy throughout the 90 minutes and Ivy Morris-Perrott, Simone Hooppell, Lenka Thompson and Lucy Campbell were on their toes ready to pounce and send the ball to the fabulous forwards in Emma Tricarico and Sian Hooppell who were stellar at finding the back of the net.

The half-time swaps bringing defenders Mon O’Toole and Miranda Minson to the front proved equally as fruitful with both securing numerous goals for the Ranges, clicking the score over to double figures. There was a full women’ssquad with Bec Cole and Simone Hooppell taking on the coaches role and putting forward a1-3-4-2 formation to take home the glory at the last whistle, 0-11.

Tournament success

With the local croquet season having finished, Kyneton players looking for more competition have had to venture further afield.

Last week Damien Hadfield and Graham Smith ventured down to Warrnambool for their open tournament. Playing together in the doubles event they narrowly took out the Division One title, beating players from South Australia, Geelong and Gippsland, as well as players from southwest Victoria. Hadfield made it avery successful trip with a comprehensive win in the singles event.

On the weekend, four players headed to Melbourne to compete in the Essendon Handicap Doubles competition and it was another successful tournament for Kyneton team members.

Margaret Parker and Pat Fahy won six of their seven games beating players from metropolitan Melbourne as well as the Shepparton area to win Division 2. The second Kyneton pair of Jenny

Symons and Graham Smith found it much harder going but still came away with three wins.

CASTLEMAINE

Low marker Michael O’Brien (4) was in good form on Saturday,taking out A-grade and overall honours with 39 stableford points.

Runner-up was Brad Sturgess (13) with 38.

Aclose finish ensured in B-grade, with Jayson Glenister (19) carding 37 points to finish one clear of Matthew Lorenz (22).

The four-person Ambrose on Anzac Day attracting 16 teams, coming from various clubs.

The winners with 57.125 were James Fox (20), Brenton Hinks (36), Rhys Webb (15) and Lachlan Brook (8).

The runners-up on 59.875 were Nic Simpson (18), Bryan Fitzgerald (15), Michael Marden (8) and Ryan Quiney (8).

GISBORNE

What an amazing couple of weeks it has been for Gisborne Golf Club –the amount of support shown from the local community, neighbouring towns and golf clubs has been astounding, andfor this the club will forever be grateful.

The number of golfers, including members and social players, using the course and driving range is sensational.

On Saturday,155 players competed in the stableford event.

Dale Evans took out A-grade with 41 points, Peter Shelley B-grade with 38, and Mark Russell –a small man in abush–won C-grade with the day’sbest score of 44.

Special mention goes out to famous international cricket legend, Jason Lock, who snagged his first hole-in-one on Thursday Well done, Locky

Suzanne Carroll andBarb Grbac won Wednesday’s4BBB women’sevent with a great 47 points.

Thanks to the women who registered in Golf Australia’sRoyal Women’sHospital competition.

This state-widecompetition raises funds to purchase new equipment and to train specialist doctors in urogynaecology,for the Urogynea unit at the RCH.

Moon Gordon and Daosiri Lock won the first roundof this competition on Wednesday

It is aclub-based virtualevent with statewide entries closing on November 1.

KYNETON

TerryGamble returned the best tally in Saturday’sstableford, played in two divisions.

Handicaps 0-15: Gamble (6) 39 points, from Jesper Hansen (11) 38; 16 &over: Connor Munro (31) 38,from David Evans (18) 36.

Trentham’sSuzie Ferrari (44) led in the ladies with 34 points.

John Chandler was deadly,winning NTPs on holes 4,11and 17 (also super pin), with Billy McKee closest on the ninth.

Wednesday stableford: David Pilcher (13) had 39 points from Martin Webber (5) 37.

TeaoteDavies (19) led in the ladies with 35 points, and GeoffMacDermott landed both NTPs.

The ladies began the week with an Ambrose for pairs ,and less thana shot determined the winners.

Judy Aldred –TerryMorley 88-16.2571.75 edged out Bron Dwyer –JudyQuck 87-14.5-72.5.

LANCEFIELD

Mark Robinson (18) scored aconvincing win in Saturday’sstableford, carding 40 points.

James Whitford (10) filled second place with 38 on acountback from Peter McGill (7) In the women’smidweek stableford Anne Robinson (30) had 34 points to edge out Sheena Flentar (31) on acountback, with Fran Beard ((54) third with 32.

Tuesday Legends: Peter McGill (8) had arunaway victory with 38 points, from John Wilson (21) and Graham Mau (15) next best on 33.

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GOLF results

ROMSEY

Another strong field turned out for the April monthly medal on Saturday in generally good conditions.

One of the amazing things about golf is that as long as you can stand still and concentrate for about 45 seconds, you can still play

The oldest player in the field at 85+ was Mick Nicholls Snr,and he took out the medal as competitors struggled to break their handicaps.

It was great to welcome back Mick Nicholls Jnr after the recent birth of his twin girls.

The winner carded 98-25-73 to beat Scott Williams 88-15-73 on acountback, with Andrew Laing 93-19-74 third after another countback.

NTPs went to Nicholls Snr and Jnr,Mick Squire had the longest drive, Simon Donovan best second shot, and Mal Mottram the least putts (27).

Congratulations to Anthony Lakey who had the best round of 95-20-75 in chilly conditions on Wednesday

Putting honours (27) went to runner-up Steve Wilkins, with Jenny Hartleythird.

Romsey’smidweek pennant team excelled with aclean sweep win last week over Lancefield, at Euroa.

Wilkins and Darlene Baker won easily, and Hartley,Hugh Williams and Kevin Dunn all finished 1-up.

TRENTHAM

Anzac Day’smixed stableford attracted 83 players, including plenty of visitors.

Finbar Walsh (12) topped A-grade with 40 points, Alex Everard (15) ledin the B-graders with 36, and C-grader Thi Ngo (30) had the day’sbest score of 41 points.

The Graham Purton Memorial par event onSaturday was won by top C-grader Terry Smith (26) with an excellent +4.

A-grade winner Paul Kenton-Barnes (9) and the B-grade winner Anthony Flores (16) both finished +2.

The ladies played stroke, with Everard 90-15-75 taking out A-grade, and Carolyn Garvey 104-34-70 topping C-grade.

WOODEND

Atremendous Anzac DayAussies vKiwis grudge match in the American 4BBB format attracted 29 teams.

Runaway winners were Guy Moxley –Michelle Jakovac who dominated both the fashion stakes and the opposition.

They finished with anet 51.75, eight shots clear of Marian Orr –Chris Holliday.

In the combined Aussies vKiwis event, victory went to our cousins from across the ditch, much to the delight of president ‘Kiwi Chris’.

It was acracking autumn day for Saturday’sstableford.

Warren Else (4) had aday out, winning A-grade with 38 points, two ahead ahead of Jack Roberts (5).

Michael Bird (14) had 37 to top B-grade, from Ned O’Connor (16) on 36.

Else and Wayne Sliwinski were NTPs.

Guy Moxley and Michelle Jakovac dominated both the fashion stakes and the opposition in Woodend Golf Club’s Anzac Day Aussies v Kiwis grudge match.

Pat Fahy and Margaret Parker at Essendon.

Kyneton

Kyneton Women’s teams with orange armbands supporting the rallies against genderbased violence at last weekend’s clashes. Photo: Kim Dickens

Super Super Saturday at Camp Cam Reserve Reserv

senior women’sfootball under lights following the senior men’s game.

As part of the day’sevents the club took astand in saying no more to domestic violence. To date, there have been 31 Australian women already killed in 2024 alone. That’smorethan afootball team. Each life taken is afamily impacted and acommunity left distraught.

The Magpie and Golden Square senior teams took aminute’ssilence in honour of those who have had their lives taken because of domestic violence, and to acknowledge those whose access to everyday safety is currently under threat due to the actions of other people.

All teams also wore orange/yellow arm bands in solidarity

The Magpies encourage their football netball community to start conversations, call out unsafe behaviours, ask for help, and take action to save lives that are at risk due to violence. If you need help, contact 1800RESPECT which is a24/7 hotline.

The Magpie senior footballers were valiant against their Square opponents and conceded the game byjust 12 points. Best on ground for Castlemaine was Kalan Huntly

The senior women had abetter day of it, claiming victory over the Square by 62 points. Best onground was Aisling Tupper

The reserves footballers lost to Square by 66 points. Best on ground for the Pies was Campbell McClennan.

The Under 18 boys and Under 18 girls also lost their games. Best on ground were Alton Bracken and Olivia Muscat respectively

Decisive wins in MCDFNL

Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League round three competition last Saturday saw some decisive wins. Harcourt welcomed the in-form Dunolly to the den and set up their 28-point win with an impressive four-goal opening term effort, while keeping the Eagles to one goal.

Dunolly lifted in the second term kicking another three goals to the Lions’ four for the term and held their own against Harcourt in the third where both sides only managed agoal apiece. But the Eagles were unable to recover from the early onslaught incurring their first loss of the season.

Final scores Harcourt 13.7 (85) to Dunolly 8.9 (57). The win sees Harcourt retain top spot on the ladder

Maldon played host to the new look Maryborough Giants at the Bill Woodfull Reserve.

The Dons were impressive from the get-go kicking four goals in the opening term while keeping the visitors to just one. Maldon went super-charged in the second term smashing on another seven goals to one to hold a56-point lead at half-time and went on with the job in the second half winning by aconvincing 114 points.

Newstead made the trek to Avoca to tackle the Bulldogs and also set up their win with afour-goal opening term. Avoca fought back valiantly in the third term kicking three goals to the Steaders’ two and continued their comeback in the final term booting another three goals, while holding the Roos to just four points. But the damage had been done and Newstead held on to win by 14 points.

Campbells Creek made the journey across the Moolort Plains to take on Carisbrook. Creek was impressive in the first term kicking three goals and holding Brook to five for the term to only trail by 16 points at quarter-time. However, the Redbacks found their form in the second slamming on awhopping 10 goals to extend the margin to 79 points at half-time. Creek battled their way back in the third kicking another important goal, but Brook once again asserted their stamp on the game eventually running out winners by 131 points.

In other matches, Lexton won aone-point nailbiter against Talbot and Trentham had a big win over Navarre. Natte Beliba had the bye.

Netball

In AGrade netball bouts, Harcourt 26 narrowly lost to Dunolly 28, Maldon 39 went down

This weekend

to Maryborough Giants 55, Avoca 80 had abig win over Newstead 20, Carisbrook 69 defeated Campbells Creek 28 and Lexton 73 accounted for Talbot 46. Natte Bealiba had the bye.

In round four matches this weekend, Dunolly hosts Avoca, Campbells Creek welcomes Maldon, Carisbrook takes on Newstead, Maryborough Giants host Lexton, Trentham tackles Harcourt and Natte Bealiba versus Navarre. Talbot has the bye.

Harcourt’s Alex Code swoops in to scoop up the ball as his Dunolly opponent closes in Photo: Max Lesser

Castlemaine Football Netball Club hosted aSuper Saturday of football and netball action at the Camp Reserve kicking offwith the Under 18 girls football at 9am and capping the day offwith the

Castlemaine’s senior women footballers claimed a win over Golden Square at Camp Reserve Photo: Peter Banko

Netball thriller

Apulsating replay of the 2023 A-grade netball grand final ended up with Riddell defeating Woodend-Hesket 39-37 on Saturday

The match highlighted an exciting fourth round, where bottom side Melton Centrals dethroned ladder-leader Wallan, and Macedon broke through for its first victory

There are no unbeaten sides after four rounds, indicating the closeness of the competition.

Kyneton proved too strong for Lancefield in agood Anzac Day encounter, preventing the home club chalking up four wins for the round.

The outcome of this Saturday’smatch between Romsey and Riddell will decide top place.

A-grade match details were:

Riddell 39 (M. Ball 17, S. Holter 17, E. Close 5) Best –M.Brown, Ball, F. McKeaghey-Stubbs) dWoodend-Hesket 37 (C. Duff-tytler 19, M. Fletcher 18). Best –L. Carland, G. Bowkett, H. Rogers.

Kyneton 47 (C. Oakley 33, M. McGrath 11,B.Nitschke 3) Best –Oakley, McGrath, M. Vanderlee) dLancefield 38 (S. Brandell 18, T. Hammond13,D. Ellard 7). Best –E.Stoward, K. Bruno, S. Blundell.

Macedon 42 (E.Petherick 25, C. Williams 17). Best –K.Clarke, Petherick, C. Alifraco) dDiggers Rest 35 (. Hristovska 23, L. Creek 9, L. Cannon 3). Best –Hristovska, M. Payne, A. Harrison).

Melton Centrals 51 (T.Aumau 30) d Wallan 50 (M. Donegan 30). Best not stated.

Ladder: Romsey 12, Riddell 12, Wallan 12, Woodend-Hesket 8, Kyneton 8, Lancefield 8, Macedon 8, Centrals 8, Diggers Rest 4.

B-grade: Lancefield 71 (T.Hammond 43) dKyneton 26 (H. Bentley 15); Diggers Rest 65 (M. Vassalo 46) dMacedon 34 C. Brinkhuis 25); Riddell 72 (C. Harris 28, D. Saunders27, K. Holter 17) dWoodendHesket 30 (M. Fletcher 18, Z. Phillips 11); Wallan 39 dMelton Centrals 34.

Ladder: Riddell 16, Lancefield 16, Romsey 12, Diggers Rest 12, Wallan 8, Macedon 8, Centrals 4, Kyneton 4, Woodend-Hesket 0.

C-grade: Lancefield 32 (E. Torney 18, H. Milner 13) dKyneton 27 (A. Cumming 13, D. Bourke 12); Macedon 40 (B. Barry 23, S. Eastman 17) dDiggers Rest 18; Woodend 45 (T.Durham32, C. Chettle 13) dRiddell 35 (T.Ploog 15, A. DeRuiter 14);Melton Centrals 42 dWallan 27.

Ladder: Centrals 14, Riddell 12, Woodend-Hesket 12, Macedon 12, Diggers Rest 10, Lancefield 8, Wallan 4, Kyneton 4, Romsey 4.

D-grade: Riddell 29 (E. Houston 17) d Woodend-Hesket 23.

19&Under: Lancefield 32 dKyneton 23, Macedon 28 dDiggers Rest 25, Riddell 47 dWoodend-Hesket 14, Melton Cetrals 33 drew with Wallan 33.

Ladder: Wallan 14, Riddell 12, Romsey 12, Lancefield 12, Woodend-Hesket 12, Centrals 10, Macedon 8, Diggers Rest 0, Kyneton 0.

Players show Anzac spirit

Players from all codes participated in an impressive Anzac Day ceremony at the inaugural ‘Clash of the Tigers’ encounters between Lancefield and Kyneton.

The LFNC awarded medals to exemplify the Anzac spirit of skill, courage, self-sacrifice, teamwork and fair play,and they were named in honour of some of the great names in Lancefield who were Anzacs.

The Ike Johnston Medal for football went to Adam Miles, the Bonny Lamb Medal for netball to Ella Stoward, and the Jack Bristow Medal for women’sfootball to Catriona Goldsworthy

Special thanks went to the RomseyLancefield and Kyneton RSL subbranches for their involvement, to district parliamentary representative Mary-Anne Thomas, RSM Sean McElhinney who delivered the Ode, Romsey-Lancefield RSL president Reinhard Goschiniak and bugler Bridget McAuley

Netball scores

from Bendigo League netball matches played on

Magpie women soar

Round 5matches

are several crucial matches in round 5ofthe Riddell League this Saturday

Bonnie Lamb Medal winner Ella Stoward with presenter Fay Woodhouse.

Stylish: Kyneton A-grade netballers Brittany Nitschke and Bec Ingleton wearing the special ‘clash’ tops against Lancefield on Saturday.

Kyneton A-grade goalkeeper Tilly Sheppard received the ‘Most Courageous’ player trophy donated by the Kyneton RSL Subbranch.

Gisborne by 258points

Aprecision demolition performance by Gisborne senior footballers against an outclassed Maryborough shattered several records on Saturday

The 42.21 (273) to 2.3 (15) carnage at Gardiner Reserve was the Bulldogs highest winning score ever since joining the Bendigo League in 2000, and the highest score by any club in the league this century

But it is not Gisborne’shighest ever score. This came in 1972 when the ‘Dogs slaughtered Craigieburn 57.41 (269) to 1.3 (9) to set anew Riddell League record.

Prior to that, Gisborne’shighest score came in 1962, with a37.19 (241) to 1.2 (8) performance against Macedon.

The biggest score and margin in the Bendigo League was established in 1990, when South Bendigo 49.28 (322) walloped Kennington 3.3 (21).

But Gisborne senior coach Rob Waters and the club’shierarchy is not getting carried away by what occurred on Saturday,while still appreciative of the huge percentage boost and the confidence lift for players.

There were ominous signs for Maryborough when Gisborne won the Under 18s match 25.18 ((169) to 1.0 (6), then forfeited the Reserves fixture.

The Bulldogs fielded astrong senior lineup as afollow-up to aclose loss to the powerful Sandhurst combination in their only previous outing this season.

Aquite large crowd soon realised it was going to be an extremely one-sided encounter,with Gisborne leading by 60 points to nil at quarter time.

Ball use was good, and the Bulldogs put their varied skills on show,running hard, continually outnumbering their opponents and teaming well.

At times the match almost looked like aseries of training drills, and some onlookers could not believe that Maryborough generally lacked firepower across the field.

Gisborne kicked 14 goals in the second term, received applause from their loyal fans, and proceeded to add afurther 12goals while keeping the visitors scoreless in the third quarter

The scoring tempo slackenedsomewhat in the final term, and Gisborne ended up winning by amammoth 258points.

The Bulldogs had 16 individual scorers, with proven star Pat McKenna leading the way with eight majors, Harry Luxmore producing seven, versatile Sam Grahamfive, Zac Denahey and Harry Thomas four

Irrepressible ball winner Brad Bernacki was named as best for the ‘Dogs, with Flynn Lakey,ruckman Braidon Blake, Luxmore, Denahy andMcKenna also stand outs in an unforgettable afternoon.

While Gisborne now headsnorth confident of accounting for SouthBendigo –losers to Kangaroo Flat on Saturday –Maryborough faces the task of rebounding against a Sandhurst side unlikely to show any mercy

Wide margins in women’sgames

The three women’sfootball matches in the latest Riddell District Rookie Me round were decided by substantial margins.

On Anzac Day,unbeaten Kyneton Tigers accounted for Lancefield Tigers by 78 points, and in-form Macedon won by 54 points at home to Mount Alexander Falcons.

Then the much-improved Woodend-Hesket side had 45 points to spare against Melton on Saturday morning.

After some strong competition in the opening rounds, Kyneton played newcomer Lancefield in the ‘Clash of the Tigers’.

While anew side, Lancefield came out firing and soon scored apoint through some attacking football.

Kyneton settled the nerves, taking on coach Phil Hawkes’ words in the rooms, and began to control the ball.

Junior up and comer Jorja Bennett scored two goals for Kyneton.

With confidence growing strongly,the visitors finished well with four last-term goals.

Lancefield skipper Molly Heales scored a fine goal on the run to trigger many cheers and car honks from the passionate home crowd.

Kyneton 12.13 (85) dLancefield 1.1 (7).

The Anzac most courageous medal was awarded to Kyneton’sJordan Savoia.

After aclose, low-scoring first half, Macedon took full control in the third term with five goals.

Lilli Collins and Ruby Wattswere dominant for the Cats, and Charlotte Noonan kicked five goals.

Macedon 9.8 (62) dMount Alexander Falcons 1.2 (8).

On Saturday,Woodend-Hesket closed down Melton throughout, with Harmony Cassar named as the Hawks’ best.

The home side did not score until the last quarter

Woodend-Hesket 7.4 (46) dMelton 0.1 (1).

## See details from the three matches on the football scores page

Round 4women’sfootball matches are:

Friday,May 3at7pm: Romsey vMacedon at Romsey Park.

Saturday,May 4at2pm: Mount Alexander Falcons vLancefield at Harcourt Recreation Reserve.

Sunday,May 5at3pm: Kyneton vWoodendHesket at Kyneton Showgrounds.

The Anzac most courageous medal was awarded to Kyneton’s Jordan Savoia.

Bill West

Bombersjustscrape in

Athree-goals-to-one last term enabled unbeaten Riddell to defeat Woodend-Hesket footballers by five points on Saturday

The match was alow-scoring war of attrition at Bomberland, and the Hawks showed they have definitely improved after aslow start to the season.

Woodend-Hesket led by eight points at the final break, but the home side dug deep after being plagued by inaccuracy for much of the match.

Prolific ball winner Daniel Tomancontinued his fine form for the Hawks, who had atarget up forward in Will Wiseman.

Recruit Luke Cannon turned in his best game since joining the Bombers from Rupertswood.

Riddell was still without key players in Dylan Tarczon and Brent Swallow (both injured), and were pleased to survive this strong challenge.

Now Riddell must go to Romsey this Saturday and face up to the Redbacks, who are also unbeaten and coming off the bye.

Romsey was impressive in beating Kyneton, and alarge crowd is expected on Saturday with both sides keen to bring their best football.

Woodend-Hesket face atough assignment in going to Diggers Rest for arepeat of the 2023 grand final.

BIG DAYATMACEDON

Once again there was aterrific Anzac Day ceremony at Macedon, where reigning premiers Diggers Rest shocked the Cats with ascintillating 5.3 to nil first quarter blitz.

Macedon regrouped, and produced some strong team football for the remainder of the match, actually outscoring the visitors over the last three quarters.

The final score was 10.7 (67) to 7.6 (48), with Ed Ferguson, captain Jason Cooke (four goals) and Zac Smedley among the Cats’ best.

Shaun Campbell was outstanding for the visitors, and is surely one of the top recruits to come into the league this season.

The Anzac Day ceremony on the oval was led by Cats’ president Mark Cooke.

Campbell and Maggie Payne (both Diggers Rest) were the respective winners of the Grumont Family Medal and McDougal Medal for the most courageous senior footballer and netballer on the day

In announcing Shaun as the winner,Bevan Uren (Macedon Football Netball Club football operations manager) mentioned that “there was only one vote between Shaun and Macedon’sEdFerguson. He continued by saying that Ed should be applauded for his dominant and courageous performance throughout the game and at only 17 years of age, played with courage and ability beyond his years.

The half-time sprint in several sections was another highlight.

Overall an amount of around $6000 was raised for the Commando Welfare Fund.

The auction superbly run by Steve Graham raised $4023, the ‘last shout’ brought in $1092, and an amount from the gate boosted the tally

‘WE NEEDED TO WIN’

The Lancefield versus Kyneton match had averystrong Anzac theme, and in the end Kyneton won 14.5 (89) to 4.13 (37).

‘Clash of the Tigers’ is here to stay and the home side has plenty of scoring changes early but failed to capitalise. It was agood bounce back from the poor performance against Woodend-Hesket.

“It was amatch we needed to win,” Kyneton coach Ethan Foreman said afterwards, admitting the home side had made it hard in the first half.

Jake Safstrom played his 100th game for Kyneton.

Lancefield’sjoint captain TomWaters, along-time outstanding ruckman and leader,sustained aknee injury that may jeopardise his entire season, and coach TimBannan must be frustrated by the number of injuries that have occurred.

Foreman said Kyneton would have time to reassess its two wins –two losses situation with abreak of more than two weeks due to abye and inter-league match.

The coach sees scope for further improvement when all players are available.

Teamwork and accurate shooting for goal were highlights for the winners in the second half.

Kyneton’sbest were Josh Willmott, Alex Mahoney, Foreman and Angus Nolte (four goals), with Adam Miles, Alex Simpson, Riley O’Meara and Lachlan Giles.

EASY FOR MAGPIES

Wallan finally produced some scintillating football to show it is astrong finals contender,thrashing Melton Centrals by 125 points.

The runaway victory was abounce back from the defeat by Riddell, with big ruckman Chris Stewart again dominating.

The Magpies won 24.16 (160) to 5.5 (35).

Anzac Most Courageous winners from Diggers Rest were footballer Shaun Campbell and netballer Maggie Payne Photo: Aleigha Walters

Distinctive: Kyneton’s Mitchell Johns chose number 99 for his stand-out distinctive maroon guernsey, which emulates the club’s 1931 premiership in the Kyneton District Football League and carries an Anzac logo as well.

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