Local horse trainer Zoe Mullens and her 'wild' companion Spartan, won the reserve championship of the Australian Brumby Challenge at the prestigious Equitana event held in Melbourne the weekend before last Spartan is one of the wild brumbies saved by the Barmah Brumby Preservation Group, after the government decided to eradicate the herd last year
With just 150 days allowed for the trainer and horse to interact so wild becomes 'willing and able', Spartan and Zoe were one of the 12 horses and chosen trainers to display their success in the competition arena
Held in various stages over three days, the challenge included each brumby being let loose into a yard and then haltered by its trainer before being handled through various activities such as having its feet picked up and loading into a horse float The second day's challenge for the brumbies was an obstacle course and on the third day it was a free-style event to further display their skills and adaptability
This was Zoe's favourite part of the competition and the one she wanted to win and she did This, and a third in the obstacles, made Spartan and Zoe reserve champions
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Musicindustryrallies support
Castlemaine’slive music industry has come together to raise money for Support Act, which supports musicians in their time of need.
With Aus Music T-Shirt Day happening this Thursday,Adam Perrett, general manager of Shedshaker Brewing, said it was the perfect time to come together and raise much-needed money for agreat cause.
“All of our 13 partners are involved in the music industry –asvenues, as recording studios or as workers in the industry,aswell as MainFM who play so much great local music.," Adam said.
“Weknow it can be adifficult industry for
many of our musician mates, as they can face poor pay and conditions and insecure work.
“While our local venues are all committed to supporting live and local music as much as possible, sometimes more help is needed and that’swhere Support Act steps in."
The 13 partners –Shedshaker Brewing, Bridge Hotel, Love Shack, Northern Arts Hotel, Albion Hotel, MainFM, Undercut Club, Lady Adventurer,Red Hill Hotel, Sound Recordings, Ragged Gum Records, Theatre Royal and Boomtown Winery –will all promotethe cause and encourage anyone who can afford to donate to visit
“Wehopetoraise at least $1000 but obviously want to go well past that,” Adam said.
“This townisfamous for its live music –it is part of the fabric of the town, so Iam hoping plenty of gig lovers can find some dollars to donate to abrilliant cause.
“Lovers ofmusic also need to keep getting out and seeing live music in this town, buying tickets to shows and buying records and merchandise of their favourite artists.
“Wedon’t want atown with nolive music –support our artists and letthem keep us rocking.”
Committedtoraising the dollars are Steph Riddel (MainFM, wearing Amyl and the Sniffers), Renata Daros (Undercut Club, wearing Tropical F*ck Storm), Tim Johnson (MainFM, wearing Sugar Fed Leopards), Steve Charman (MainFM, wearing Dr Sure’s Unusual Practice and Bench Press), Fionna Allan (Lady Adventurer, wearing Dan Kelly), Conna Mallet (Love Shack, wearing Surprise Chef), Adam Perrett (Shedshaker Brewing, wearing The Tommys) and Alex Bennett (Sound Recordings, wearing Our Carlson). Photo: Fred Farquar
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From wild to wonderful
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Zoe paid tribute to the light horse for her and Spartan'sfreestyle and did things that many well-handled domestic horses would not take kindly to such as standing on aplatform, alarge Australian flag waved around them allowing their trainer to walk under their belly.And Zoe rode Spartan as well. The ringside crowd burst into applause when, for the finale of the challenge, Spartan laid flat on the ground and Zoe, in areplica of aWorld WarIlight horseman'suniform, lay across him.
Event judge Kelly Wilson commented that it was the best freestyles she had ever seen and declared it "world class". It certainly was ahuge achievement
when it is considered that ashort time ago Spartan was astallion in abrumby herd at Barmah when gently yarded with others and later sedated and gelded then put back into apaddock unhandled.
Come 150 days before Equitana and 12 of the brumbies went to their trainers.
Zoe said she found the challenge new and exciting.
"Brumbies are pretty marvellous animals. They're very intelligent," Zoe said.
She handled Spartan for about an hour aday.She didn't want to rush his training and at first was alittle concerned about the 150-day time limit. But her worries were unfounded because Spartan responded.
"They are good to handle because they've never had human handling so have never had anything wrong done to them by humans," Zoe said.
Spartan lived at Ivana and Bruce Gleeson'sSilver Brumby Trails at Spring Hill during his training with Zoe giving him as much experience around people and crowds as possible. This involved such things walking him down High Street in Woodend and taking his training to her son'sWoodend Primary School where Spartan laid down with Zoe in front of 100 students. Now,with his integration into a new life asuccess, Spartan is offtoa new home, Winhaven Psychology and Animal Assisted Therapy in Sunbury
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Accommodation fund opens
Applications have opened for the second round of the state government'sRegional Worker Accommodation Fund.
The fund supports shovel-ready projects, with co-investment from private businesses, industries, regional councils or local community groups to deliver the worker housing that local industries need.
Eligible local housing projects will be fit-for-purpose to meet the skill needs of key sectors such as health, agriculture, education, manufacturing and tourism– from self-contained units, worker villages, family dwellings, shared accommodation and studios –and unique to the needs of the local community
Applications are open now until Friday,January 31. Visit: rdv.vic.gov.au/rwaf
Voting is open until Sunday8 December. Scanthe QR code to vote or visit www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au Help us spread the word by sharing this amongstyour networks. Together,wecan makethis happen.
The following candidates were elected to MountAlexander ShireCouncil at the general election held in October 2024:
BarkersCreek Ward
ANNEAR,Rosie (elected unopposed)
Calder Ward
CORDY, Anthony Glenn
Campbells CreekWard
MALTBY, Bill
Coliban Ward
WALKER,Phillip
Forest CreekWard
HEYDON, Toby (elected unopposed)
Loddon River Ward
DRISCOLL, Matt (elected unopposed)
MoonlightCreek Ward
MADDOCK,Lucas (elected unopposed)
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HASTWELL, Rosalie (elected unopposed)
Zoe paid tribute to the light horse for her and Spartan's freestyle. Spartan laid flat on the ground and Zoe, in areplica of aWorld War Ilight horseman's uniform, lay across him. Photos: Kelly Wilson
Bonanno takesthe lead
Macedon Ranges Shire Council has elected Dominic Bonanno mayor and Kate Kendall deputy mayor
Cr Bonanno, now serving his second term on council, has been elected to the mayoral position for one year
His only challenger for the role was fellow South Ward councillor Christine Walker,who self-nominated and did not receive support.
Cr Bonanno said his ability to learn fast, open-mindedness, critical thinking and teamwork would assist him in the role.
"I thank my fellow councillors for putting their trust in me," he said.
“I will bring continuity and stability for the councillor group, our organisation and community.I’ll keep building relationships and supporting innovation and continuous improvement to grow our effectiveness and efficiency
"I am looking forward to working with the councillor team, our executive leadership and staff. Let'scontinue to make Macedon Ranges agreat place live, work and play.”
Cr Bonanno said his life circumstances and other commitments did not previously allow him to nominate for the role.
His father died in August. His children have also aged into their teen years, and he now has aflexible working agreement to enable increased council duties.
There were two nominations for the position of deputy mayor,with a split 5-4 vote between Kendall and Walker,Kendall securing the crucial five votes.
Cr Kendall, afirst-time councillor,spoke to herstrong communication and engagement skills, and the community'sdesire for change, highlighted by amajority new council.
When it came to the vote, she was backed by Crs Anderson, Bonanno, Pearce, Joseph and her own vote.
Both Cr Bonanno and Kendall will serve in these roles for aone-year term.
Mayor Dominic Bonanno, CEO Bernie O’Sullivan, and deputy mayor Kate Kendall.
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Zonta says no to violence
Monday November 25 is the International Day for the elimination of violence against women and December 10 is Human Rights Day
The 16 days that begin and end on these dates are recognised internationally as the ‘16 Days of Activism’ to prevent violence against women.
Violence against women has an impact on communities throughout Australia. On average, one woman aweek is murdered by her current or former partner and intimate partner violence is the leading cause of death, disability and illness for Australian women aged 18-44 years.
The Zonta Club of Kyneton will work with Macedon Ranges Shire and with other community groups to raise awareness of gender-based violence, challenge discriminatory attitudes and encourage communitybased support for those living with violence, through aprogram of activities.
In Kyneton, the club will have adisplay in the community window in Mollison Street, and across the shire, the club will work with local libraries to highlight the impact ofviolence against women with static displays.
In Woodend, the club will support financial workshops that will be held atthe Woodend Neighbourhood House as apart
of the 16 Days of Activism.
On Saturday November 30, the club will host an orange themed ‘pop up’ event at the Social Foundry Café in Kyneton from 10am to noon.
Everyone is invited toattend, wearing a touch of orange, and learn more about the 16 Days ofActivismtopreventviolence against women, while sharing acuppa and cake with Zonta’spassionate members. If you would like to know more about Zonta, contact the Zonta Club of Kyneton through their social media platforms (Facebook or Instagram) or email zontakyneton@ gmail.com
Calling out domestic violence
Victoria Police is urging bystanders to not ignore the signs of family violence and call out the unacceptable behaviours and attitudes that contribute to the crime.
Whether it’sseeing behaviour that’sviolent, noticing signs of abuse or witnessing aheated argument –bystanders have critical information, which can help policetoprevent further family violence harm.
Bystanders are vital in influencing the outcome of the situation by making areport to police or intervening only if it’ssafe to do so.
“If bystanders witness family violence and it’ssafe to do so, they can intervene by starting aconversation and asking the victim if they’re okay or by using an excuse to get the victim away from the situation safely," said Lauren Callaway,Family Violence Command Assistant Commissioner
“This will create separation between both parties and offers a safe space for victims to stay until policearrive.
“If the situation is too dangerous however,please call police immediately.Werespond to family violence as apriority and will always play our part in keeping victim-survivors safe and holding perpetrators to account.”
The message comes as people band together for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence, which began on Monday Crime Statistics Agency figures show police responded to almost 99,000 family violence incidents in the last year.That equates to one family violence incident every five minutes in Victoria.
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Childhoodsexual assault ‘It’sbetter to
be wrong than to ignore it’
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It is estimated that one in four Australians over the age of 16 have experienced childhood sexual abuse.
Central Victorian Centre Against Sexual Assault CEO, Kate Wright, said that in 99.99 per cent of cases the abuser was known to the victim.
"The key message here is that no one is exempt from this," Kate said.
"We are definitely talking about childhood sexual assault more, but it's still very uncomfortable for alot of adults to be talking about, or even thinking about, children and young people's sexual assault."
The advice for parents is to make sure children have trusted adults and peers they can talk to, to ensure they know the correct names for their body parts and to educate children and young people about body safety and consent.
"It's important to be really informed about consent and not force children to do things they don't want to do. Things like, 'you must kiss Auntie Jane or Uncle Bob'," Kate said.
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"Sexual assault is very power laden. If it is happening from an adult to achild there's alreadyapower disparity, and the adult, or older person is saying, 'You cannot tell anyone and if you do, a range of things will happen'. There's alot of threats and coercion attached to it."
Kate has seen many different variations of grooming, not only to the child, but also their families and carers and even whole communities, often hearing the rhetoric, 'Oh, but he was such agood person. He was president of that cluborgroup for 20 years'.
"People are shocked. It can be someone who is generous, charismatic, good with kids and young people," Kate said.
"The person is often attached to activities with children and young people –sports, arts, Scouts, school, religion, that's where we historically see grooming and childhood sexual assault happening more formally."
Kate told the Express there were often situations where family friends offered to help people who were really busy, offering to babysit and finding ways to spendtime with achildinanisolated way.
"It's quite planned and opportunistic at the same time," she said.
"It's not everyone, I'm not saying no one can look after your child, but it's important to be vigilant and listentoyour child or young person if they become reluctant to go with someone.
"If your child starts saying something like, 'I don't want to go with 'Uncle Jack' then you have to listen to that. You have to lean in and be inquisitive about why," Kate said.
It is suggested that parents ask open questions (i.e. 'Is there something you don't like about Uncle Jack?' 'Is there anything you want to tell me?') and avoid leading questions (i.e. 'Has Uncle Jack hurt you?)
"Most people underestimate their own gut feeling about someone or something they see. If you feel uncomfortable, or if you feel something was not quite right, then you need to lean into that. It's better to be wrong than to ignore it."
If you or someone you know has experience sexualassault, contact the Centre Against Sexual Assault Central Victoria on 5441 0430during business hours or visit casacv.org.au or call the Sexual Assault Crisis Line on 1800 806 292 outsideofhours
Castlemaineman jailed for historical sexualassaults
Aformer Castlemaine resident has been found guilty and jailed for sexually abusing four children under the age of 16 during the 1980s.
Robert Dennis Howe appeared at the County Court in Melbourne on November 8, where he was sentenced and jailed for five years and nine months.
During the trial, held in Bendigo in May 2024, jurors heard evidence of more than 10 charges of indecent assault and one charge of sexual penetration perpetrated between 1981 and 1988, while Howe was living first in Castlemaine and later in Bendigo.
The first assault, sexual penetration against apersonbetween 10 and 16, occurred in Castlemaine in May 1981.
Howe'ssecond victim was also assaulted in Castlemaine. The abuse, which took place between January 1982 and December 1982, included kissing and laying on top of the child while simulating sex.
Howe'sthird victim was indecently assaulted on two separate occasions in November 1985 after Howe had moved to Bendigo.
The final two charges of indecent assault were in relation to afourth victim, also under the age of 16, which occurred in the late 80s-early 90s.
During sentencing, Judge Hassan said Howe had given evidence at trial, denying the offending.
"The jury clearly rejected your denials and accepted the evidence of your victims beyond reasonable doubt," she said.
Judge Hassan told Howe that all four of his victims had made victim impact statements that described awide-range of
impacts including; ongoing difficulties with mental health, alcohol use, relationship issues, low self-esteem and self worth and difficulties parenting children due to feeling fearful and overprotective.
"As all of the victim impact statements eloquently describe, and which the courts now well recognise, the effects of childhood sexual abuse are ongoing and profound," Judge Hassan said.
"Victims of childhood sexual abuse never know what life could have been and who they would have grown up to be, if they had not been subjected to childhood
sexual abuse, which, as the courts have regularly observed, destroys the opportunity of ahealthy and natural transition into adulthood.
"Your crimes against all of your victims are very serious. All involve abreach of trust.... Your conduct in respect of each of your victims is objectively serious and your moral culpability high," she said.
Robert Howe, now 80 years old, will serve aminimum of three years before being considered eligible for parole. He will be registered as asex offender for the remainder of his life.
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Robert Dennis Howe appeared at the County Court in Melbourne on November 8.
School Saving Bonus
The Victorian Government is supporting families with the School Saving Bonus! $400 is available per child - you can use it on uniforms, textbooks and school activities. You choose!
Bradman’s‘Invincibles’ link to Lyonvilleshow
When cricket tragic and music legend David Bridie walks out onto the Radio Springs Hotel stage next Sunday there will be one very special person in the audience.
Mick Harvey,the great nephew of the champion Bradman Invincibles batsman Neil Harvey will be there.
Mick, alongtime Bridie fan, met David at the Port Fairy Folk Festival and the pair
bonded over their mutual love of cricket. But the friendship was sealed when Mick, aformer Gippsland detective, revealed his connection to the iconic post-war Australian Test team.
“I told him my great uncle was Neil Harvey and he took my hand and bowed,” Mick chuckled.
“He said he was in the presence of cricketing royalty!
"But the reality was Iwas in the presence of Australian music royalty.”
Now 97, Neil Harvey is the last surviving member of Don Bradman's1948 Invincibles and still regarded as perhaps the world’sgreatest batsmen.
Mick will travel to Lyonville on Sunday December 1towatch David perform at the Radio Springs Hotel.
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Neil Harvey (at right) with his brothers.
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Altman to speak in Woodend
Writer and academic, Dennis Altman, is heading to Woodend next week as guest speaker at December’s Birds of aFeather lunchtime event.
Dennis is an influential voice in the field of LGBTIQA+ rights, sexuality, politics and their interrelationship.
Ason of Jewish refugees, Dennis first came to the public’s attention with the publication of his book Homosexual: Oppression and Liberation in 1972. Dennis is vice chancellor’s fellow at La Trobe University and was president of the AIDS Society of Asia and the Pacific between 2001 and 2005.
Organised by Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s Country LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Program, the event falls in the same week as World Aids Day, an annual day of reflection and remembrance observed since 1988.
ney of those lost to, and living with, HIV and atimefor communities to come together and send apowerful message of love and support.”
Dennis Altman will draw on his life and career and share his insights on ‘The Lessons of AIDS: Queer Rights Beyond Our Borders’.
Birds of aFeather luncheons are held at venues across the Macedon Ranges and offer agenuinely inclusive event, welcoming of all individuals regardless of age, and who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex. They create asafe and affirming space for the sharing of inspirational stories from LGBTIQA+ people, and an opportunity for people to come together and feel asense of belonging.
“World Aids Day is an opportunity for people to show solidarity against HIV stigma and misinformation,” says Belinda Brain from CLIP.
“It is atime to honour the jour-
The event is taking place from 12pm to 2pm next Thursday December 5atthe Victoria Hotel in Woodend. Entry is free, drinks and meals at bar prices.
To book your place, go to www. sunburycobaw.org.au/birds-ofa-feather-dec-2024. Enquiries to belinda.brain@scchc.org.au or call 5421 1666.
Injured roo captured
An injured kangaroo was captured from the front yard of ahouse on High Street Kyneton last Wednesday morning.
Wildlife rescuer Sue Anderson was called by the home owner who discovered the roo lying down in his front yard when he went to take his rubbish bin out.
Police assisted as Sue sedated the roo, which was found to have injuries consistent with being hit by acar
The roo had sustained abroken ankle and had to be later euthanised.
Anyone who encounters injured wildlife should call Wildlife Victoria’sEmergency Response (24 hours aday,seven days aweek) on8400 7300.
Writer and academic, Dennis Altman.
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youngwriters’workshops young writers’ workshops
Following the hugely successful Inaugural Newstead Young Writers Festival, Newstead Writers invite young people 15-18 years, to be part of an exciting series of workshops with award-winning local writer Cate Kennedy.
Cate’s work has been published in The New Yorker,shortlisted for the Australian Literary Gold Medal, and The World Beneath was awarded the People’s Choice prize at the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards.
Her work includes poetry, short stories and novels. Her two short story collections have been texts on the VCE syllabus for some years and she is in demand as afiction writing teacher and mentor.
She loves the structure and surprises of narrative prose and poetry and completed her PhD in Creative Writing in 2021.
You will be supported through your holiday writing goal in this eight-week writing project as Cate works with you, exploring the principles of great writing as you release your inner creativity.
Cate will host two workshops at the Newstead Arts Hub and the RedShed, over the December –January school holidays, with aZoom check-in the in middle.
Complete an expression of interest form online and dates and affordable prices (about $80) for the Holiday Writing Program will be finalised when there are 10+ participants willing to take part.
Let your friends know. There may be the potential for scholarships.
Contact Leni Shilton at leni.shilton@ me.com or 0466612972
Award-winning local writer Cate Kennedy will be running aseries of writing workshops for people aged 15-18 in Newstead.
Thegreenburialrevolution
As many strive to minimise their impact on the planet, we try to consider every aspect of our lives. But have you ever thought about the environmental implications of your final farewell? At Heaven &Earth Eco Burial Products, they believe that eco-friendliness shouldn’t end with life.
Burial practices can have adevastating impact on the environment. Coffins made from old-growth forests, lacquered with chemicals and filled with plastic, contribute to deforestation, pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Similarly,cremation harms the environment through enormous energy usage, smoke and toxic gases. It’stime for change.
The alternative is agreen burial, an approach that eliminates toxic chemicals and non-biodegradable materials, promoting natural decomposition within a native ecosystem. Green burial grounds become thriving habitat for native flora and fauna, ensuring your legacy contributes to the beauty of nature.
This form of burial is legal and available across the state, including several locations in central Victoria.
This is where Heaven &Earth comes in. They provides innovative, sustainable and cruelty-free products for shrouded burial, the most environmentally friendly form of green burial. They offer biodegradable burial shrouds and accessories, enabling individuals to extend their eco-friendly values beyond life.
By planning agreenburial in a Heaven &Earth shroud, you’re making a conscious decision to help preserve the natural world.
Learn more about embracing sustainability beyond life at www.heburials.com.au.
Comfort in togetherness
Christmas Service of Remembrance
Christmas is atime of light, joy and togetherness, but for many,itcan also bring feelings of loss and longing. When someone we love is no longer here to share in the season’scelebrations, the festive spirit can feel distant, and grief may seem more pronounced. This is natural and deeply human.
In the face of such feelings, finding away to honour andremember those we’ve lost can be both healing and comforting. That’swhy the team at TJ Scott and Sons warmly invite you, your family and friends to join them for aspecial Christmas Service of Remembrance, agathering where people can acknowledge their feelings and find solace in the company of others who understand.
This service is atime to cometogether as acommunity,torememberand celebrate the lives of our loved ones. It’saspace where grief can be expressed openly,without judgment, and where memories can be shared freely.Inmoments of loss, there is great comfort in knowing we are not alone.
The powerofshared grief
Grief is often described as asolitary journey,but there is immense value in sharing the experience with others. Coming together allows us to support one another,to speak openly about our feelings and to draw strength from those who walk asimilar path.
At TJ Scott’sChristmas Service of Remembrance, you’ll find acompassionate and understanding environment where you can reflect, remember and honour your loved ones in your own way.Sharing stories, lighting acandle, or simply being present alongside others can create aprofound sense of connection and healing.
Whether it’sthrough amoment of quiet reflection, hearing the names of loved ones spoken aloud, or seeing their faces in ashared visual tribute, the act of remembrance can be deeply meaningful. It reminds us that while our loved ones may no longer be physically present, their memory and impact remain part of our lives.
This Christmas, give yourself the gift of connection. Join us for our Christmas Service of Remembrance on Thursday December 5at5pm (see the details in the advertisement on this page). Feel free to email aphoto of your loved one before November 28 for inclusion in the VisualTribute, and let’sremember and celebrate their lives together
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Mortonstars in modernfairytale
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Castlemaine actor Rebecca Morton is set to feature in Theatre Works Melbourne's last production for the year –aLatin-beat inspired bang, Skating in the Clouds
This brand new work by Melbourne Writers Theatre company manager, Clare Mendes, will be staged from December 4-14 and features a14-strong, all-women team –someofthemonroller skates!
Amodern fairytale that begins with salsa and pirouettes into the clouds, Skating in the Clouds is the story of Summer and Autumn, who are in love.
But there’s aproblem in their love nest. While Summer plans aspectacular skating party, Autumn roams the house, spanner in hand, looking for adrip she can’t see. With cracks emerging in their relationship, puddles appear on the floor and tough questions need to be asked. What if Julia Gillard doesn’t like the ornamental ice vulture, or Penny Wong can’t skate? And why is ice starting to appear on the floor of their St Kilda living room?
This is the first in atrilogy of adventurous, magic-realist plays by Mendes –each to be created and performed by an allfemale cast and crew.
Morton is excited for local audiences to make the trek to Melbourne to catch this innovative and thought-provoking production.
"It is really fast paced, high energy and fun with salsa dancing and skating, but also touches on some deep themes such as climate change," she says.
The experienced local actor, who in recent years worked with StageArt, Melbourne Writers Theatre, Melbourne Shakespeare Company, La Mama and the Bloomsday group, Gasworks Arts Park and Dirty Pennies Theatre, has enjoyed working
alongside the all-female cast to bring this brand new work to life.
She said the production would take audience members on awild ride.
"It is all ametaphor for love, relationships and will leave you with alot of questions.
"You'll laugh, you'll cry. It's amazing the power of the arts to open our minds and hearts and make us think. But it also carries amessage of hope," she said.
The production will be afullcirclemoment for Morton, whoperformed in her first professional gig at Theatre Works back in 1985.
"It feels like coming home."
Skating in the Clouds also brings together Melbourne Writers’ Theatre members
Emily Farrell and Ellie Nielsen as director and assistant director, respectively.
Witha40-year age gap between them, the abundance of experiences and skill are an exciting addition to the vision of the play.
Writer and director Clare Mendes said she loved superb fairywrens, salsa and skating, so she thought whynot combine those passions?
"The salsa and skating may pose a challenge –especially as sometimes they –but that’s the
excitement of live theatre, right?
"The women are on their skates and practising as we speak. The show also features some amazing Latin beats that are inspired by my experiences of working and living in South America.
"As this show is Theatre Works' final production for the year and will be presented in the lead-up to the festive season, we hope audiences will celebrate with us and dance along from their seats!" Mendes said.
To book your tickets for the show at Theatre Works, 14 Acland Street, St Kilda, visit www.theatreworks.org.au/2024/skating-inthe-clouds
Castlemaine actor Rebecca Morton stars as Autumn.
Skating in the Clouds is Theatre Works Melbourne’s final production for 2024.
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Summer market treats treat
The Castlemaine Farmers Market has anew layout for summer incorporating agreater diversity of produce across new produce stands and dedicated refreshment areas. Go along and explore what the market has to offer in December! It'sonfrom 9am to 1pm on Sunday December 1atthe Western Reserve, Forest Street, Castlemaine. Follow the market on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates. Enquiries to Meggs on 0455 332 692.
Hullabaloo about children’sbook
Macedon Ranges author Dee White is about to release her new children's book, The Hullabaloo about Elephant Poo
The humorous picture book is about elephants and how surprisingly sustainable their poo can be.
Dee White is the award-winning, international author of more than 25 books for children and young adults.
She will do almost anything for agood
story, including jumping out of aplane, touring the Paris sewers and sneaking up on an elephant. Her book is illustrated by Christopher Nielsen who specialises in bringing joy and wonder to children through his art and storytelling.
The Hullabaloo about Elephant Poo will be available is stores from Wednesday, December 4, and is suitable for those aged three years and older.
Hepburn ShireCouncil election Declaration of results
The following candidates were
October 2024:
HENDERSON, Don(1stelected)
HOOD,Brian (2ndelected)
HEWITT, Lesley (3rdelected)
CLARK,Tony (4th elected)
DRYLIE, Tim(5th elected)
HOCKEY,Pat (6th elected)
CORNISH, Shirley (7th elected)
Cailin Rose of Chocolate Lily Hill Flowers in Maldon. Photo: Sorell Wilson
elected to Hepburn ShireCouncil at the general election held in
AYearofAbundance
Growing Abundance is hosting an event on Saturday to celebrate its 2024 program ‘A Year of Abundance’.
The last event in the year for Growing Abundance, it is also the final event of the organisation in its current form, as the current committee prepares for the program to become part of the suite of activities offered by Castlemaine Community House.
For the past 15 years, The Growing Abundance Project has brought people in Mount Alexander Shire together to build a sustainable local food system by harvesting fruit from backyard trees and sharing the bounty with both volunteers and the wider community
"Wewould love any volunteers, supporters, and the wider community to join us for ameal, some music and some memory sharing as we toast the legacy of the Growing Abundance Project," said Grace Nicol, chairperson, Growing Abundance Committee of Management.
Some of the achievements of the ‘Year of Abundance’ include: Holding seven harvest events throughout the harvest season, harvesting and distributing around 4375 kg of fruit, and donating food to local organizations including; Castlemaine Community House for the Foodlinks Program, Castlemaine, Maldon and Newstead Community Lunches, Castlemaine Salvation Army food outreach, Bendigo Foodshare and Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services.
Growing Abundance built stronger connections and offered a range of events in partnership with other local organisations such as Castlemaine Community house, Yimby, the Castlemaine Seed Library,the Harcourt Growers Co-op and the Newstead Community Gardens.
This year they engaged 37 volunteers who contributed 153 hours harvesting in our community
Growing Abundance ran acommunity apple juicing workshop, which made an abundance of freshly pressed juice for themselves and for distribution to the community,and they continued to build on their local fruit tree register from backyard trees to commercial orchards.
The group delivered a'Seed Sowing Day' for the community, the 'Being Prepared for Fruit Fly' education session for local gardeners and growers.
Celebrating aYear of Abundance will be held from 6–8pm on Saturday November 30 at the Castlemaine Community House, Community Garden, rear of 30 Templeton Street.
The event is catered but please RSVP for an indication of numbers: events.humanitix.com/year-of-abundance-celebration
Monologues and Scenes
Hobo Playhouse is proud to present its 2024 Showcase of Monologues and Scenes at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre this Sunday,December 1.
This year's showcase features adiverse range of work from 12 local acting students. Witness the culmination of their hard work as they perform adiverse range of monologues and scenes honed through Hobo Playhouse'sacting courses.
The audience will also gain an insight into the acting process, as actors explore different forms of improvisation, tackle unexpected challenges in the ‘hot seat', and present arehearsed reading.
Make it amemorable Sunday afternoon by staying and mingling with the cast after the show.The show will begin at 2pm.
Admission: Agold coin donation to the Maldon Neighbourhood Centre would be appreciated on the day
Unforgettable Cuban music
The Theatre Royal Castlemaine is hosting avery special tribute night to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of the worldfamous Buena Vista Social Club movie.
An unforgettable performance of traditional Cuban music with aSydney-based 11-piece band comprised of some of Australia’s best Latin music musicians.
Following sell out nights in Sydney and Melbourne, this special concert will feature well-known songs from Buena Vista Social Club by artists Ibrahim Ferrer, Compay Segundo, Ruben Gonzalez, Omara Portuondo and Eliades Ochoa.
This will be amemorable experience paying tribute to some of the legends of timeless Cuban music, recreating the enchanting atmosphere of Havana’s Buena Vista Social Club.
It's on Saturday November 30. Tickets –www.theatreroyalcastlemaine.com.au/music
Growing Abundance committee members and staff in the Castlemaine Community House Community Garden –clockwise from left –Carol Henderson, Kez Jennings, Mandy Field, Thea Land and Grace Nicol.
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Palestinian film fundraiser
To commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People this Friday November 29, afilm screening of the award-winning documentary No Other Land will be held at Theatre Royal Castlemaine.
The film is being presented by the Theatre Royal and Free Palestine Central Victoria in proud partnership with the Palestinian Solidarity Film Festival.
Ashort presentation and meditation will be led by Neriman Kemal before the film.
Neriman is aCastlemaine yoga teacher with Palestinian relatives in Gaza. Before the screening, she will lead the audience in ashort Yoga Nidra meditation focused on establishing clear solidarity with the deep peace inherent in us all. All proceeds will be donated to Australia Palestine Advocacy Network.
No Other Land directed by Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor (Norway, Palestine/ English, Arabic, Hebrew) is an impassioned and eye-opening piece of documentary activism by an Israeli–Palestinian film collective, awarded Best Documentary at the Berlinale.
Basel Adra has faced threats for recording his life in the group of villages in the occupied West Bank known as Masafer Yatta.
While military law casts a shadow over the Palestinian
lawyer’s everyday existence, Israeli investigative journalist Yuval Abraham, with whom he has struck an unlikely friendship, enjoys acivilian life that is starkly more comfortable. Directing alongside Israeli journalist and cinematographer Rachel Szor and Palestinian activist and photographer Hamdan Ballal, the pair use handheld cameras and archival footage to capture the unbowed resilience of Palestinians slowly banished from their
homes as well as the profound interplay of despair and determination seen in this context.
Winning not just the Berlinale’s top documentary prize but also Audience Awards at Berlin, CPH:DOX and Visions du Réel, this hauntingly cinematic gut-punch is at once amoving account of abondformed across conflict lines and a must-watch chronicle of human tenacity amid hostilities.
Much like the earlier films Arna’s Children (MIFF 2004)
and 5Broken Cameras –also products of Palestinian–Israeli collaboration – No Other Land bravely forges forward in using the camera as atoolfor championing justice and peace. The film screening will take place at 7pm. To book visit theatreroyalcastlemaine.oztix. com.au
Free Palestine Central Victoria is aCastlemaine-based community organising and action group, in solidarity with Palestine.
No Other Land is an impassioned and eye-opening piece of documentary activism.
Newmovefor DRC New move for DR
DRC Automotive Electrical &4x4 is celebrating 30 successful years in business.
Darren Crozier with his wife and business partner,Michelle, first began DRC Auto Electrical in May 1994 in asmall shed in Johnson Court, Kyneton.
“Twenty years ago, we moved to the main road, Burke Street," Michelle said.
"This allowed the business to grow and diversify to include more four-wheel-drive orientated vehicle repairs and setups including bull bars, suspension and the like,” Michelle said.
DRC is abusiness leader and the 'go to' place for all things 4x4 and auto electrical but along with success comes the need for change, and that'swhat'shappening. After weeks of packing up shop, DRC Auto Electrical &4x4 is nowoperating at 205 Mollison Street, Kyneton, right up at the freeway end near the Mollison Street Bridge.
Tried and proven over 30 years of learnt development, DRC has it covered. They can repair,custombuild and service most things automotive from basic battery and headlight replacement to full overlander vehicle builds. DRC 4x4 can design and install quality neat, reliable auxiliary power systems to cars, caravans,
motorhomes, trucks and even bikes. They also specialise in air conditioning service and repairs with the latest equipment and technologies.
The new DRC premises is alarge modern facility with plenty of room to carry more stock, offices to better service their customers and alarge showroom to showcase all the big brands. The workshop area is huge with multiple hoists, fitting bays and work areas available. Easy access parking at the front for clients is abonus as is the close proximity to Kyneton CBD.
“Wenow have five members of our team that have 20-plus years in the automotive industry," Michelle said.
"It’sincredibly important that we have the knowledge and experience to service our clientele. Modern cars are extremely complex. We are also training to grow the DRC team with apprentices currently employed and we are searching for new members to join us,” Darren said.
The move to Mollison Street is one that Darren, Michelle and their team, along with long-term staffmembers Dale, Lachlan and Luke, have long been planning and looking forward to.
Head down for achat with the crew at DRC and check out the new showroom.
Hepburnoptimising compost health
Hepburn Shire Council has received a $92,949 Circular Economy Organics Council Fund grant for its ‘Optimising compost quality for beneficial application’ project.
The project aims to enable the council to carry out ascientifically rigorous study of soil and tree health after applying compost generated from its organics collection to a range of council-managed parks and open spaces.
This work is expected to increase plant performance and optimise canopy cover,to enable plants to tolerate changes in climate and subsequent impacts such as increased flash flooding, drought and heatwaves.
“Wewill be working alongside Gaia Envirotech to optimise compost production at the Creswick Transfer Station to achieve
the highest possible quality compost," said Bradley Thomas, Hepburn Shire CEO.
"An array of laboratory tests will be carried out on the compost and the soil. The soil in our parks and open spaces will be tested both before and after compost application to inform us of the beneficial microbial and chemical change in soil health achieved by applying compost."
The study will inform abusiness case assessing different investment pathways for using the compost within the council’soperations, potential availability for residents, landcare groups and farmers in the shire.
Part of the project will be the production of several short videos informing residents how their food and garden organics can be used to benefit the shire.
Ambulance upgrades
Minister for Ambulance Services MaryAnne Thomas has officially opened the upgraded Trentham ambulance station located on Station Steet.
The new station has been fully fitted out with atraining room, kitchen, bathroom and rest and recline areas, security upgrades and car parking, and houses afully fitted out ambulance capable of transporting patients to care.
“This upgrade will ensure Trentham’s dedicated first responders can continue to provide our growing community with the high-quality care they deserve,” Ms Thomas said.
“Living in rural and regional Victoria should be no barrier to receiving quality care, and investments like this are helping to ensure that these communities can get the care they need, when they need it."
The new branch houses ambulance community officers who are trained to respond to medical emergencies, provide early interventions and respond with paramedics in the delivery of care. ACOs can also transport patients to hospital. ACOs are an important provider of care in rural and remote communities.
TheCompost Conversation
Howtotest forherbicide residues
In last week’s conversation we looked at synthetic auxins, agroup of persistent herbicides that can have devastating impacts on broad-leafed plants like beans and peas, tomatoes and eggplants and pumpkins and cucumbers, causing stunting, curled leaf tips and in some cases death.
Synthetic auxins are coming into our food systems in commercial composts, garden soil blends and ingredients that might go into our home composts.
Lab testing for synthetic auxin residue is prohibitively expensive for most commercial operators, let alone backyard growers, but there is apretty simple testwecan do if we want to feel more confident spreading an unknown garden product across our precious soils, and it is assimple as raising seedlings!
A‘bioassay’ is atest to see if plants (or other life-forms) are adversely affected by some kind of condition, be it soil, water or air etc. In this case we want to test if the compost we have made, or acommercial product we have bought, has any residual synthetic auxin in it.
Our bioassay would go something like this: We take reliable seeds from aspecies known to be sensitive to contamination (broad beans are agood choice for synthetic auxins and can bepropagated year-round) and plant afew seeds(5 –10) in asample of soil that we know to be uncontaminated, this is the ‘control’ in our experiment.
At the sametime, we also plantsome of the same seeds into the material we are wanting totest, and plantbothsamples into asimilar sized pot or tray.If the test material is not really agood growing medium on its own, it might need to be cut with other material, but we’ll need to be sure this additional material is clean and uncontaminated too, so chose something you have grown successfully in previously
We thenclearly label our two samples, water them and put them in asunny spot and look after them like we would any other seedlings. When, or if, the seeds start to emerge, keep notesofthe differences in growth patterns between the two samples.
This test will likely take two to three weeks, as the second set of leaves need to emerged before we draw any conclusions, as herbicides don’t always impact the first set.
If we are testing for synthetic auxins, we will be looking for our test seedling to show stunted growth, curling leaf edges or just failure to sprout. To be sure, we check against the growth in our control plants, if they are thriving, and our test plants are struggling, we can be pretty sure the problem is in the ‘suspect’ material. If both sets of plants are doing fine, we can feel more comfortable using the tested material on our preciousgarden soil.
Given the number of contaminations we are seeing in the region recently Ithink the simple bioassay is atest worth having in our ‘tool kit’.
–Joel Meadows works with *Yes In My Back Yard, (YIMBY), acommunity-scale composting initiative in Castlemaine and surrounds. Send questions or comments to hello@ yimbycompost.com, or to book in for acompost workshop!
Joel setting up asimplebioassaytest for synthetic auxin contamination.
Salvos call forgenerosity
The Salvation Army has partnered with the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal to help give a new beginning to those doing it tough.
This year, more than ever before, they are calling for support with any gift or monetary contributions in-store and online.
Central Victorian Salvos families ministry coordinator, Amy Stobie, told the Express the increased cost of living across Australia meant there were ahigher number of people in need, including people who hadn't previously needed support.
"We want to be able to give everyone the gift of joy this Christmas and this is how we help give people that Christmas experience, so everyone has the same, without having to worry about the finances," Amy said.
Castlemaine KHub assistant store manager Sheridan Goode said the Wishing Tree was put in store last week and people have already started donating gifts.
"We ask for unwrapped and new presents. There are stickers available that you can put on the present to distinguish who it's for," she said.
The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal, which started in 1987, aims to make Christmas brighter for Aussies facing hardship or crisis, through the delivery of gifts to those in need nationwide, including people impacted by the ongoing cost-of-living challenges.
Support those doing it tough by dropping off anew gift under the Wishing Tree at Castlemaine and Woodend KHub or by making amonetary contribution in-store or online at www.kmart.com.au/kmartwishingtree
Potters to launch kitchen cookbook
Macedon Ranges Potters will launch their book, The Potters Kitchen,inKyneton this Saturday.
The book provides an insider’s look into the 14 members of the Macedon Ranges Potters, the inspiration behind their work and the recipes they cherish.
Accompanied by vibrant photography, the book allows apeek into the homes, gardens and studios of the potters, with favourite dishes displayed on their own unique pottery.
The Potters Kitchen is an ideal gift for anyone who appreciates the warmth of a home-cooked meal and the creativity of handcrafted ceramics.
The book has alimited print run and will only be available to purchase at The Old Auction House.
Abook launch will be held at the Old Auction House, Kyneton, where the potters are exhibiting their work along with the Buttlejorrk Artists Group.
Meet the potters and sample some of their favourite recipes on Saturday, November 30, from 2pm to 4pm.
This is afree event.
The Old Auction House is located at 52-56 Mollison Street. The artists’ work can be viewed on Instagram @buttlejorrk @ macedonrangespotters
CastlemaineKHub staff and Salvation Army volunteers are hoping to get more donations
Photo: Jade Jungwirth
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Kerrie Gleeson's advertisement for Cadella Park impressed judges with its "well laid out advertorial" and overall content.
"The images are crisp and framed to suit, and the text gives all the information agarden lover needs to decide to attend. The call-to-action and contact information is easy to locate on the page. On the basis of this advertorial Iwould plan to attend the event," judge Krista Schade said.
Exhibition and sale
The Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art and Craft Group Exhibition and Sale is on from 10am to 4pm on Saturday November 30 and 9am to 3pm on Sunday December 1atthe Old Gisborne Court House. Go along and see their exquisite art and craft work and speak to the artists who created them.
The group has members working within awide range of creative activities including painting, glass art, ceramics, jewellery, paper craft, woodwork, textile art and knitted crafts.
All items are handcrafted and made locally by the artists.
Visit the website at phoenixmrac.com or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ phoenixmrac
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Sponsor Elizabeth Hely-Hammond (Pongrass Publishing Systems) and Kerrie Gleeson with her award.
KynetonShowcompetitionsmashesrecords
The Kyneton Show has again set records with the biggest crowd ever at the Friday night carnival. The showgrounds were abuzz with about 9000 people across the two-day show
Kyneton Agricultural Society president, Andrew Ferrington, congratulated all who attended, entered and volunteered to make the 162nd show such asuccess.
“Weaim to improve every year and this was just aripper,” he said. “It was agreat show.” Entries were up in the horse show and the junior sheep handler competition, while the poultry pavilion displayed 50 breeds of birds including waterfowl, quail and chicks. The pavilion competitions smashed records with more than 3100 entries.
These are the winners of the main prizes in each section and special prizes at the Kyneton Show
Craft Work
Best Adult Exhibit: Robyn Kelly and Jane Stanley Piece of Hand Beading: Lucy Olson (goes on to group final)
Recycled/Upcycled Item: Nicole Linton
Best Exhibit Wood: Cindy Prendergast Item of Woodwork: Cindy Prendergast (goes on to group final)
Best Exhibit, Ag Art: Lynn Walker
Best Exhibit Wargaming Miniatures: Ben Rantall
Decorated Pet Rock (14 yrs and under): Hannah Alexander (goes on to group final)
Best Exhibit, 13-17 years: Riley Bourke
Best Exhibit, 9-12 years: Jack Hourigan
Best Exhibit, 8and under: Johnny Collins
Creative Writing
School Essay Competition (grade 5and 6students): Ruby Cummins (goes on to group final)
Creative Writing (8 yrs and under): Phoebe Schreiber
Creative Writing (9 to 12 years): Amelia Richards
Farm and Garden Produce
Aggregate Prize: Deb Kohlman
Most Outstanding Entry: Deb Kohlman
Collection 5Vegetables: Deb Kohlman
Helen Blumson-Thiele Memorial Ribbon –6
Stalks of Rhubarb: Amanda Hickey
Best Junior Exhibit: Ernie Dwyer
Fleeces – Sheep
Richard Dixon Memorial Best Merino Fleece –exhibited by Therese Ryan (goes on to group final)
MB O’Sullivan Memorial Best Medium Merino
Fleece –exhibited by Therese Ryan
Eilan Donan Perpetual Trophy Best Pair Merino
Fleece –Daniel White
Best Crossbred Fleece –Ronelle Welton
Home Brew
Aggregate Prize –ChampionBrewer: Matt
Carroll Champion Beer of Show: Bevan Howell
Home Baking
Aggregate Prize: Wendy Proimos
VASRich Fruit Cake Competition: Deb Kohlman (goes on to VASgroup final)
VASCarrot Cake Competition: Ian Kohlman (goes on to VASgroup final)
Plain Sponge (4 eggs): Julie Jackson (goes on to VASgroup final)
Plain Scones: Christine Jessup (goes on to VASgroup final)
Arnold Jenkins Memorial Ribbon –shortbread: Nicola Turner
Feature Ingredient –Anything made with nuts: Rosie Mizza
Machine Bread: Penny Chote
Handmade Bread: Christine Jessup
VASJunior Boiled Fruit Cake Competition (under 18): Mabel Pearce
VASjunior carrot muffins: no entry
Decorated Teddy Bear Biscuit (10 yrs and under): Lila Needham (goes on to group final)
Plain Scones (14 yrs and under): Chloe Haall (goes on to group final)
Decorated Cup Cakes (14 yrs and under):
Claire Tagell (goes on to group final)
Best Adult Exhibit: Wendy Proimos and Tracey
Marshall
Best Exhibit Young Adult Classes: Scarlett Rutledge
Best Junior Exhibit: Bridget Eames
Horticulture
Aggregate Prize –Cut Flowers: Therese Ryan
Champion Rose: Rachel Hewitt
Arnold Jenkins Memorial Ribbon –Container
Mixed Flowers: Kylie Swain
Aggregate Prize –Pot Plants: Melva Ryan
Aggregate Prize –Floral Art (donated in memory of Marie Londish) –Amber Verkys
Best Exhibit –Floral Art (donated In Memory of Pearl Ingles) –Amber Verkys
Best exhibit, Children’sSection: Sorcha Wimhurst
Horses
Shirley Fitzgerald Memorial Trophy for the Supreme Led Exhibit: Aria Le Belle exhibited by Karen Cook
Supreme Champion Led Purebred Arabian: Maymasa Jalila exhibited by Judy Meade
Supreme Champion Led and Ridden Arabian
Deriative: Hannaley Street Art exhibited by Narelle Cribb
Supreme Champion Led Riding Pony: Aria Le Belle exhibited by Karen Cook
Supreme Champion Led Welsh Pony: Penmarch Spellbound exhibited by Rebecca Talbot
VASLtd Offthe Track Open Led: Dialetic exhibited by Danielle Viney (qualifies for the 2025 VASA Ag Show Championship)
VASLtd Offthe Track Hunter Led: ‘Rock N Gold’ exhibited by Jadey Campbell (qualifies for the 2025 VASA Ag Show Championship)
Noel Morris Memorial Viceroy Turnout: Colhaven Donnaleigh exhibited by Peta Bickford
Arnold Jenkins Memorial Sash, Driven Horse or Pony by Novice Driver: Colhaven Donnaleigh exhibited by Peta Bickford
Jean Haynes Supreme Champion Harness
Horse/Pony: Shepherds Hill Golden Wattle exhibited by Evanne Chesson
FancyDress
1st–Amelia Stoneman with Buzz 2nd –Ruby Cummins with Ella 3rd –Elle Stoneman with Bella
Jams, Preserves, Chutneys
Aggregate Prize: Deb Kohlman
Best Jar of Jam: Deb Kohlman (Apricot Jam)
Best Spread: Chelsea Drennan (Sweet Butter)
Exhibition Citrus Marmalade: Deb Kohlman
Best Preserve: Jennifer Worthington
Best Junior Exhibit: Scout Leitch
LEGO
Best Exhibit 5years and under: Anthea Wykes
Best Exhibit 6-8 years: Johnnie O’Meara
Best Exhibit 9– 12 years: Indigo Hardy
Best Exhibit 13 –17years: Mackinley Hardy
Best Exhibit Big Kids: Daniel Porter
Best Exhibit Group Collaborations: Archer, Beren &Alex Sims
Needlework and Knitting
Aggregate Prize: Pamela Inglis
VASState Sewing Championship: Monica
Smyrek
VASCrocheted article: Lorraine Hicks
VASCross stitch: Vicki Prewett
VASKnitting: no entry
VASHand Patchwork: no entry
VASHand Embroidery: no entry
Knitted Baby Garment: Leni May (goes on to group final)
Beanie: Jennifer Mouat (goes on to group final)
Coat hanger,any yarn: Therese Ryan (goes on to group final)
Crochet Baby Jacket: Kerry Bruni (goes on to group final)
Any Crocheted Toy: Pamela Inglis (goes on to group final)
Piece of Tapestry Work: Alison Condliffe
Best Exhibit, Knitting: Suzanne Ereaut
Best Exhibit, Crochet: Skye Myers
Best Exhibit, Textile design/Sewing: Bronwen Moncrieff
Best Exhibit, Embroidery: Joy Pearce
Best Exhibit, Patchwork/Quilting: Jane McGrath
Best Exhibit, Stitching: Jane McLean
Best Exhibit, Toys/dolls: Phyllis Ford
Best Exhibit, Bags: Pamela Inglis
Best Exhibit, Miscellaneous: Pamela Inglis
Best Junior Exhibit: Bridget Eames
Bob Stewart Memorial Prize –Handspinning & Weaving: Anne O’Brien
Painting and Drawing
Aub Gibson prize for Best Original Painting: Andrew Kuhlmann
Best Junior Exhibit: Jett Kardas
Paper Skills
Best Adult Exhibit: Nicole Laity
Scrapbooking, 1Leaf: Nicole Laity (goes on to group final)
Handmade Card,Adult: Nicole Laity (goes on to group final)
Handmade Card,14 yrs and under: Tily White (goes on to group final)
Best Junior Exhibit: Adelaide Jones
Photography
Aggregate Prize (donated in memory ofNash Dudley): Courtney Lister
VASAdult Photograph Competition:Matt Excell (goes on to group final)
Daniel McKay Award –adult: Nicola Donald Insect or Native Flower or Plant Study: Courtney Lister
Best Adult Exhibit: GinaAuciello
VASJunior Photograph Competition: Matthew Ryan (goes on to group final)
Daniel McKay Award –junior: Laurence Joyner
Insect or Native Flower or Plant Study: Vega Perera
Best Junior Exhibit: Chase Kirby
Stud Sheep (meat breeds)
Champion Ram: Seb Auds Hampshire Downs exhibited by Audrey Beattie
Reserve Champion Ram: Seb Auds Hampshire Downs exhibited by Sebastian Beattie
Champion Ewe: Seb Auds Hampshire Downs exhibited by Sebastian Beattie
Champion Group of the Show (1 Ram, 2Ewes, any age): Bunderra Suffolks exhibited by Sarah Correa
Junior Handler Competition: Audrey Beattie (9)
–See Pages24and 25 forphotos of the pavilion winners
Audrey Beattie, 9, winning Champion Ram with her Hampshire Downs ram, Boomerang. She also won the junior handler competition and was second to big brother Sebastian in the champion ewe class. Photo: Bernadette Nunn
Winner of the Shirley Fitzgerald Memorial Trophy for the Supreme Led Exhibit Karen Cook was thrilled to win her first garland and Supreme trophy with mare Poppy (Aria Le Belle) –along with two bags of feed donated by Perrys Stockfeeds that she said will be very helpful in the current economic climate. Photo: Rob Meade
Local talent: The 531 classes in the pavilion competitions attracted all ages.
Photos: Sloane Griffin Photography
The pavilion competition started in 1858, continuing traditional classes while including more contemporary additions. Photos: Sloane Griffin Photography
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Festival aliveand thriving
Cathyand NikSharplin, Castlemaine
We absolutely loved Kevin Chen’slive piano performance at the Phee Broadway Theatre Castlemaine on Thursday November 14.
Kevin is so amazingly talented, and only 19 years old!
We haven’tseen anything so special in avery long time.
The theatre atmosphere, which included awarmly greeting with optional wine, complimented Kevin Chen’sperformance so beautifully
We were very appreciative to hear the “all phones off” announcement!
Nik and Iare so grateful to all who were involved in organising this wonderful event, and especially grateful to Jacqui Turnbull for her incredibly generous donation, which made this event possible.
We areexcited to learn that good generous people are working behind the scenes to keep our Castlemaine State Festival alive and thriving!
TractorPull thanks
Graham Mason, secretary, Mount Alexander VintageEngineClub
Iamwriting on behalf of the members of the Mount Alexander Vintage Engine Club to thank Elliott Midland Newspapers, especially Lisa Dennis, for the coverage their publications gave to our recently held
Local knowledge (1 point)
1. The brush-tailed phascogale is nocturnal: true or false?
2. What athletics event recently returned to Lancefield after abreak of about 60 years?
3. Playing on the Edge is the name of what kind of show coming to Castlemaine?
4. Which Macedon Ranges councillor has been named Municipal Association of Victoria president? (3 points)
5. Arron ‘Skip’ Bray will coach at which football netball club for 2025? General knowledge (1 point)
6. Who starred as the original Princess Leia in the Star Wars film franchise?
7. Haiti’s national flag features two horizontal bands of what colours?
Vintage Tractor Pull. Some of the owners of the competing tractors, plus many members of the public, stated that they had seen the coverage in the press and that prompted them to attend.
We are also supported by many local businesses and we appreciate their support. The feedback we received on the event has been very positive. Our club events seem to be drawing alot more people interested in vintage machinery, particularly the working displays. Our next event is aVintage Machinery Rally in April 2025.
We look forward to ongoing support from our sponsors. Once again thank you.
Safety improvements ahead
BenupNeupane,acting managerof engineering servicesand assets, MacedonRanges Shire Council
We are responding to the letter 'Hello, is anybody listening out there?' (Opinions, November 5) regarding safety concerns at the Pipers Creek Road and Batters Lane intersection in Kyneton.
In October 2023, council submitted agrant funding application under the 2024/25 federal government's Blackspot Funding Program. This program specifically targets locations with ahistory of fatal or serious injury collisions over the past five years, and we are pleased our application was successful.
As aresult, we are now in the process
of designing aseries of improvements aimed at increasing safety at this intersection. The proposed works include:
•installation of arural splitter island and solar-powered flashing GIVE WAY AHEAD warning sign on Batters Lane (the southern leg of the intersection)
•delineation improvements along Batters Lane, including the installation of dragon teeth pavement markings, which will serve as avisual reminder for drivers to slow down.
These works are designed to:
•reduce vehicle speeds along the minor road (Batters Lane) and lower the risk of drivers failing to give way
•increasethe visibility of the intersection from the minor road approach and thus reduce the see-through effect.
Council is committed to ensuring the safety of all road users, and once the preliminary design work is completed, we will engage with the community to finalise the design.
This project is planned to be completed by June 30, 2025.
Sincerestcondolences
MacedonRanges Seventh-Day AdventistChurch
We are sending our heartfelt condolences to the broader community of Riddells Creek and to the families who were impacted by the recent incident at the Macedon Ranges Montessori Pre-School. Our church family are praying for you all during this time of tremendous loss and heartache. We pray
CROSSWORD
that you may find strength and comfort throughout this difficult time of distress and grief. Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of grief and trouble.”
Doesn't pass thepub test
BryanYoung,Castlemaine
Recentevents in the news makes one consider that it appears that 'The Law' is designed to protect the guilty Could 'the Pub Test'beadded to the courts' procedures?
Man injured in tractor rollover
AKyneton man was injured when he rolled his tractor near the railway line at Malmsbury last Tuesday afternoon. Anearby farmer witnessed the incident and rendered assistance as police and emergency services were called to the scene.
The elderly man broke avertebrae and sustained some bruising. He was taken to hospital by road ambulance.
Auditions for strings orchestra
After another exciting year,Resonance String Orchestra is running auditions and information sessions for new enrolments for 2025, for both Apprenti Strings and Resonance.
The sessions will be run on December 13 in both Woodend (online) and Castlemaine. If you are astring player and would like be a part of it, register your interest via the web address below
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penned the 1866 book Crime and Punishment?
Next year is shaping upasan exciting year with collaborative and innovative projects, emblematic of the Resonance experience, which will see members embrace new musical ideas and contexts and strengthen their skills as artists.
Apprenti Strings members will take part in aResonance-hosted Big String Day on March 29, 2025. Young string players from Macedon Ranges, Mount Alexander and neighbouring shires will come together for an immersive day ofmusic-making in Castlemaine, made possible by support from the Ulumbarra Foundation.
The Big String Day will include music and team-building games, whole orchestra sessions and instrument-based tutorials. There’ll be time for fun and socialising and it will finish with ashort performance for families. Oh, and there’ll be aspecial Resonance morning tea –ofcourse!
For more details, or to join the supporters mailinglist, or Apprenti or Resonance, go to the Join link on the Resonance String Orchestra website: www.resonancestringorchestra.org.au/join-1
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Midland
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Countrystyle
Privately nestled on just over an acre (approx.) of beautifully manicured gardens,this late Victorian home is an opportunity to own apiece of Newstead’shistory.The homestead was once owned by Miss Moss, arespected local vet and community leader in the 1920s and 30s. Built-in the 1890s, this three-bedroom and two-bathroom property exudes character and charm with its elegant and original architectural details preserved for the future while offering modern comforts.
Of the central hall, the cosy living room has a Jotul wood-burning stove perfect for winter evenings and split system cooling and heating with french doors leading out onto areturn verandah with plenty of seating areas to enjoy the magnificent garden. The country-style kitchen features afarmhouse sink, oak bench tops, tongue and groove cabinetry,and an electric oven and stove. The adjacent dining area provides access to the rear verandah with aspacious and beautiful courtyard and alfresco barbecue area.
The three spacious bedrooms are light filled and charming, offering views of the gardens. There are period freplaces in each bedroom, and two have built-in robes. The main bathroom mixes vintage charm with acontemporary touch. The second stylish bathroom is fitted with french
vintage features and includes abath and modern amenities. There is aspacious laundry offering plenty of storage. In addition, there are Nobu wall heaters in each room, high ceilings, original lining boards, polished timber flooring and charming original sash windows.
Set on 5001m2 (approx.) of meticulously maintained grounds with clipped hedges, garden rooms and pathways leading to lush garden beds with abundant native birdlife that flourish in this protected environment. There are fruit and olive trees and araised veggie garden for growing your produce. Aborewith an irrigation system and three water tanks provide plenty of water for the garden. There is an independent studio that offers potential for asmall business as aworkingfrom-home space and its current use as an artist studio. Adjoining this space is adouble garage. The property has multiple shedding for storage and tools, and two driveways provide ample space for public and private vehicles.
Arare opportunity,this exceptional property offers abalance of peaceful rural living with versatile workspaces all set within beautiful surroundings. The home is within walking distance of Newstead Village yet close to the amenities of Castlemaine and Daylesford.
Property: Well-appointed Victorian set in awonderful garden
Address: 1-3ClarkeLane,Newstead
Price: $1,150,000
Agent: Cantwell Property Castlemaine
Contact: Nick Haslam 0422 848 662
140
Fiddlers GreenRoad, Kyneton
Open Saturday 1.45pm -2.30pm For Sale
EPR: $2,700,000 -$2,950,000
52 2 4ha(10 acres approx.)
230 Couangalt Road, Gisborne South
ALifestyle Haven for Family, Fun, and Entertaining
Abbeyville C.1856
Constructedfor CharlesYoung,aformer ShirePresident andMemberofParliament, “Abbeyville”comprises arestored‘ColonialGeorgian’farmhouse,set amongst mature European trees andhedges,private gardens andheritageoutbuildings on 4hectares(10 acresapprox.). Historic “Abbeyville”isnot merely aproperty. It is one of theearliest houses in theKyneton areaand alivingtestament to ourhistory. It hasonlyhad fiveownersin 168years andwas last on themarketin1990. It providesanopportunitytobecome a custodian of apiece of Australia’sarchitectural legacy.Beromanced by this captivating ruralresidence,private gardenand equestrian facilities,only5minutesfrom Kyneton and nestled in an exclusiveenclave of bluestone acreage properties
7Edgecombe Street, Kyneton
Thisupdated double-brick beauty hasspace,style,and versatilityinspades. Highlightsinclude 5robed bedrooms, multipleentertainingareas, aselfcontainedupstairsretreat withgallery and140sqmofoutdoordecking.With paddocks,dams, a20m x8mgarage andproximity to Gisborne andSunbury, this property is perfectfor creating familymemoriesand hosting on agrand scale
53 43.99 ha (10 acres approx.) Open Saturday 3.30pm -4.00pm EPR:$2,700,000 -$2,950,000
Spacious, High Spec Home for the ModernFamilyand Professional Couple 42 2791 sqm Open Saturday 10.45am -11.15am For Sale EPR: $980,000 -$1,070,000
Discovermodernlivingatits finest in this versatile home,perfect forfamilies, professionals anddownsizers.Featuringexpansive living areas, agourmet kitchen andastandout alfresco/sunroomfor year-round enjoyment. With double glazing,highceilings andquality finishes throughout, this property offers comfort, style, andfunctionality.Enjoy landscaped gardens, agardenpavilion andeasyaccesstoKyneton's amenities andMelbourne.
Step into contemporary elegance withthisimpeccablyrefurbished2bedroom redbrick unit,where everydetailhas been thoughtfully designedfor modern living.Withwideplanktimber-look flooring throughoutthe lightand bright living area,designer kitchen, modern bathroom andprivate outdoorspace just minutestoall that Kynetonhas to offer.
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28
Piper Street, Kyneton
Open Friday 5.30pm -6.00pm &Saturday 11.00am -11.30am
EPR: $1,300,000-$1,400,000
Bridging the Past and Present on Piper Street
Embark on ajourney where theold gold erameets modern innovation. Experience theenduringbeautyofbluestone andBaltic pine alongside sustainablehempcrete.The wallstelltales of strongwomen andartisans, with whispersofanIndian princess.DiscoveranItalian courtyard, astunning garden andhistoric PiperStreet—raise your glass to this extraordinary property!
42
2505 sqm
On Topofthe World ModernHomestead with Coliban River Valley Views
Theappeal of this property is as much aboutits surroundings,witha picturesque damand farreachingviews of theColiban RiverValley, settinga beautifulbackdrop. At theend of thewinding driveway amagnificent federationstylehometakes centre stageonthe 5.22 hectares(almost 13 acres) 35 BradyRoad, Spring Hill
Perchedabove theColiban Reservoirwithbreathtakingviews,'Bella Luna' offers 38 acresofbliss.Thisunique timber barn exudeswarmth, featuring repurposed materials, natural tonesand astunning alfresco area. With 2 bedrooms, open plan living andestablished fencing, nature beltsand lush gardens, it’s aperfect escape.Just15minutes fromKyneton,thisextraordinary property promises alifestyle like no other
4Bed 2Bath 1Car
ForSale
Locatedinadesirable and tightly held position, this oversized double storey solid brick home representsan amazing opportunity.Comfortable nowbut showing its age, this is theideal family home situatedonastaggering 2299m² corner allotment just off theeffervescent main street of Macedon
Jason Woodford-Smith 0478 000 441
$955,000 -$1,050,000
Kyneton 54222678 rh.com.au/rh.com.au/kyneton
4Bed 2Bath 2Car
Thislovely 554m2 (approx) allotment presentsan opportunityfor those looking to build their dream home or secureavaluable piece of land offering aperfect blend of tranquillity andaccessibility. Withthe Train Station and town centrewithin walking distance, this property is situatedperfectly forconvenience whilst being in aquiet and peaceful position.
Jason Woodford-Smith 0478 000 441
ForSale
$310,000 -$320,000
Kyneton 54222678 rh.com.au/kyneton
Representing an amazing opportunity to purchase a rural equestrianproperty offering extensiveestablished infrastructure. Ideally suited to horse enthusiastsand those seeking apeaceful and tranquil, rurallifestyle within astone’sthrow of Lancefield.
Jason Woodford-Smith 0478 000 441
Kyneton 54222678 rh.com.au/kyneton
Lovely views in all directions, gently undulating and private. Thischarming property,nestled in the picturesque countryside, in thefriendly hamlet of Barfold must be one of thebest value and most appealing properties to come to market recently
Set back from the street on 3000m2 of lovingly landscaped gardens, this five bedroom, four bathroom weatherboard home with an additional self-contained living space, provides endless opportunities. Take yourself along the wisteria flanked driveway and park your car in the huge triple garage, then walk up to the timber verandah where you will enter the home. Inside you’ll tread on deep brown jarrah floorboards set offbypistachio-coloured walls, while wide hallways and 2.6-metre ceilings add to the undeniable spaciousness of the home.
To theleft of the entrance hall acosy lounge room with large windows feeds into an additional living and dining room with open plan kitchen. Granite bench tops and ample storage space will make cooking abreeze and ajoy,asyou look out through the large windows to the swimming pool and outdoor entertainment space. The outdoor decking is intelligently designed so that you can enjoy abarbecue during winter too. It’slike aroom all its own, with beautiful natural light, wood fire, and clear PVC café blinds.
The well-thought-out layout in the home provides distinct separation between the sleeping and living areas, offering both privacy and comfort. Each of the generously sized bedrooms is fitted with built-in robes and plush carpeting. At the end of the hall, the spacious master suite features awalk-in robe and aprivate ensuite, creating apeaceful retreat away from the main living zones.
The property also features aself-contained living space, complete with akitchenette,
study,bedroom, and bathroom making it ideal for avariety of uses.
Outside you will discover atrue outdoor oasis with anew saltwater mineral pool. Multiple outdoor entertaining spaces and beautifully landscaped gardens are easy to maintain thanks to atimed drip irrigation system that waters both front and rear garden beds. With town water access supplemented by two water tanks with acombined capacity of 50,000 litres and apump, this home ensures sustainable living without compromise. For added security andpeace ofmind, the property is equipped with WIFI security cameras and solar motion sensors. NBN internet is fully connected, providing reliable service for work or leisure.
Property: Sizeable,well-planned homewithadditional self-contained living space
Combining undeniable charm and character with stylish open plan living, this country cottage surrounded by simply stunning private gardens and is set on alarge 2200m2 allotment in atranquil edge of town location.
The original four room cottage (c1890s) with butterfly-gabled roof has been lovingly restored, renovated and extended to exacting standards to deliver stylish yet relaxed living. Set behind atraditional picket fence the double fronted home opens to acentral hallway, high timber-lined ceilings and walls featuring dado panelling and original baltic floorboards to evoke the bygone era. Four beautifully presented bedrooms, one currently used as asitting room, are on either side of the hallway.The hallway’send marks the transition from past to present as you step into asuperb extension. Spotted gum floorboards and timber-lined cove ceilings remain faithful to the home’speriod origins while delivering the very best of indoor/outdoor living. The extensive family/dining area is warm and inviting. Light streams in through double-glazed feature windows and french doors that open to the verandahs. The kitchen is ashow-stopper with shaker style cabinetry with Merbau benchtops and chic subway tile splash back. Gather for acoffee and catch up around the island bench with breakfast bar and wine store or relax in the adjacent sunroom/second living area with its french doors opening to alovely covered alfresco deck and brick-paved
courtyard; the perfect spot for outdoor dining and entertainment overlooking the gardens. The sympathetically styled family bathroom has slate tiles,claw-footed bath, timbertopped vanity,plus shower and separate toilet. Additional highlights include working open fireplace, slow combustion heating, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, ceiling fans and linen press.
No country property is complete without shedding and this property features an exceptional 12mx9m workshop with concrete floor,power,water and roller doors you will not be disappointed, while there is additional shedding for firewood, garden tools, storage and trailers plus asuper cute cubby house. Fully fenced, the property offers asafe haven for children and pets.
Property: Well-blended livingstyles features ashow-stopper kitchen
Retaining its original art deco charm with awonderful refurbishment complementing the living environment, this delightful home is ideally located within alevel walking distance to primary and secondary schools, acafé, hotel, and post office, this charming property offers aconvenient lifestyle with minimal upkeep. The home exudes character while allowing for aflexible floorplan to suit modern living needs. Afurther attraction to the property is the northfacing studio /office and shedding area at the rear,ideal for creatives, hobbyists, or extra storage.
Inside, the home features three bedrooms, agenerous open-plan kitchen with aconvenient return, and spacious
dining, family,and living areas, all designed for comfort and functionality.Modern comforts are provided with ducted heating, ceiling fans, asplit system, and an inviting open fireplace, making this home ideal for all seasons. The recent bathroom renovation is astandout, blending modern aesthetics with practical features. Paired with an updated laundry,this home truly has it all. Outside, new high fencing ensures privacy,and the sheltered entertaining area is perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings. The external improvements, combined with studio space and well-maintained grounds, make this property acomplete package, ready for you to move in and enjoy
•A brick period home with
•Refurbished throughout, the home offers 3bedrooms, modern bathroom, upgraded kitchen &spacious meals/family/living area.
•Thehome retainsmany original features, timber floors, high ornate ceilings, picturerails, timber windows &doors and much more.
•A
into an established garden setting in aquiet residentialpocket.
•A lovely location allowing for shortwalks tocafes,bakery, garden centre, weekend markets, recognised walking trails, recreational amenities and much moretoenhance the lifestyle qualities.
•Thehome offers aflexible floorplan with the option of 4 bedrooms, central bathroom, countrystyled kitchen and 2 separate living areas along with separate outdoor garden areas.
MAKE IT HAPPEN
•A Residential Zoned allotment of approx.457m2 with all services connected or available and fencing to all boundaries.
•A gentle elevation allows for some lovely outlooks to the rolling countryside beyond and within afew minutes’walkto Secondaryand PrimarySchools.
•Onlya couple of minutes’drive into the Castlemaine Town Centreorapprox.a10-minute walk to café, Post Office, Pub and other interests. FORSALE $230,000
ACountry Style
1-3 Clarke Lane, Newstead Privately nestled on just over an acre(approx) of beautifully manicured gardens this home is an opportunity to own apiece of Newstead’shistory Built-in the 1890s, this three-bedroom and twobathroom property exudes character and charm with its original architectural details preserved for the futurewhilst offering moderncomforts.
$1,150,000
View Sat 30th
solid brick cottage built in c1861 by Orlando Birt. Offering agenerous 1014sqm (approx) allotment with the potential to subdivide (STCA), this two-bedroom home with anorth-facing rear garden is within walking distance to Castlemaine’sretail precinct.
Lifestyle
On acorner allotment
this
designed eco-weathered timber and corrugatedclad two-bedroom home that offers aperfect blend of moderncomfort and style on agenerous 1015 sqm (approx) allotment. This thoughtfully designed home embodies the essence of easy eco-living, making it aperfect choice for asustainable lifestyle.
to make this property your own- whetherbyrestoring it to its former glory or starting fresh with anew build. Located just over 13 minutes from Castlemaine, this five-bedroom, two-bathroom home presents aunique prospect for renovators and developers alike and is set on a generous 1020 sqm
A1970s classic reimagined
This three-bedroom residence has undergone a masterful transformation, pairing vintage charm with contemporary luxury,perfectly positioned for convenience. Just 1.4 km from the town centre and within easy reach of Winters Flat Primary School and the V/ Line train station, it offers an ideal lifestyle for families and commuters alike.
The crowning feature of this restored jewel is the sunken lounge, where asoaring raked ceiling and an expansive wall of windows create alight-filled haven. Equipped with areverse-cycle air-conditioning, this room is both grand and inviting-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Adjacent to the lounge, adining area provides an elegant space for meals, while an ad-
ditional cosy meals area offthe kitchen allows for flexible dining options. The modernised kitchen balances style and practicality,complete with clean finishes and abreakfast bar.Polished floorboards flow throughout.
Each bedroom has built-in robes, while the main suite, nestled privately at the rear,includes afully updated ensuite adorned with sleek modern tiles. Both bathrooms reflect this sophisticated aesthetic, with modern showers, basins, and toilets, creating a refined and cohesive look.
Outside, the private front yard is sheltered by atall hedge, while the backyard is designed for enjoyment year round, featuring afire pit area, garden shed, and garden beds ready for your own green touch.
Property: Three bedroom residenceideal formodern living, close to the town centre
Address: 5Ray Street,Castlemaine.
Price: $695,000
Agent:
Dreams aremadeofthis
Discover luxury and lifestyle at this magnificent property in one of Gisborne’smostsought-after locations. From the moment you approach through the gated entrance, you’ll be captivated by the meticulously designed landscape. Adriveway lined with elegant ornamental pears leads you to the residence, where lush lawns, trees and shrubs offer privacy and serenity in a true estate setting.
Step inside through acustomfront door into agrand foyer with rich spotted gum flooring, setting the tone for the refined interiors. Astriking timber feature wall defines adedicated study space, flowing seamlessly to the master bedroom, complete with aspacious walk-in robe and luxurious ensuite. Aprivate lounge or media room adds anextra layer of comfort to this serene wing.
At the heart of the home is astunning open-plan kitchen, living, anddining area that opens effortlessly to the outdoor living space. Anchored by acaptivating brick feature wall with abuilt-in wood heater,the living zone exudes warmth and sophistication, while the kitchen impresses with modern appliances, stone benchtops, and aspacious walk-in pantry
Aseparate wing houses three additional large bedrooms, each with walk-in robes and built-in desks, all serviced by asleek family bathroom. Athird living space, setprivately towards the rear,offers versatility and extra comfort.
An entertainer’sdream, the property boasts an independent entertaining room featuring exposed beams, glass stacker doors, abuilt-in bar,wood heater,and ceiling fan, all leading to an inviting fire pit area and 1/3-sized basketball court.
Additional highlights include:
*Zoned reverse cycle heating and cooling
*Double glazed windows
*Designer lighting
*Expansive laundry with walk-in linen and drying cupboard
*Solar heated swimming pool (approx. 4m x10m)
*Spacious concrete patio
*Large shed (approx. 8m x18m)
*Double carport
*Rural aspect with views to Red Rock Hill &the MacedonRanges
This remarkable property effortlessly blends modern elegance with arelaxed country lifestyle. *ID required upon inspection.
Property: Luxury living on 1.27haincluding solar heated swimming pool
Address: 4Misty View Court,Gisborne
Price: $2,800,000 -$2,900,000
Agent: Raine &Horne
Contact: KenGrech 0418 509710
Belle Property Castlemaineand Maldon.
28-30BurnettRoad, Castlemaine.
4 a 3 b 4 v 2.86w
•'The Woodlands' c. 1861-1885– Agrand historicresidence, situated on 2.86acres.
•9 main rooms featuring spaciousinterior, ornate ceilingsand marble stonemantels.
•Established gardens, 25-meter in-ground lap pool and workshop.
•Beautifully preserved1870s Victorian era residence in historic Goldsmith Crescent.
•3 spacious bedrooms with ample storage,contemporary kitchen and conservatory-style living space.
•Established garden /alfresco area, just ashort walk to CBD.
For Sale
$1,245,000 View
Saturday 30th November: 1:00pm -1:30pm
RobWaller |0418571 130
BlasiMulholland |0417 311 733
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Ready to move into
Embrace functionality and convenience in this sun-soaked three bedroom home, ideal for families, teachers or downsizers.
The living area is bright, airy and spacious with delightful views. There are also excellent features including double glazed windows, gas log fire, split system, and ducted heating for year-round comfort.
The modern kitchen features ample storage plus agas cook-top, wall-oven, grill and walk-in pantry
The bedrooms are of agenerous size and all have built-in robes.
The bathroom has been renovated and features aframeless walk-in shower making it accessible for all abilities.
Attractive features also include abuilt-in study,sunroom, low-maintenance backyard
3-BedroomMud Brick Home
Discoveryour dreamhomenestled in aserene setting!Thissuperb 3-bedroom, 1-studymud brickhouseoffersaperfect blendofrusticcharm andmoderncomforts. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windowsfloodthe home with natural light and offerwonderful viewsofthe landscaped gardens andthe farmlandthatabuts therearofthe property.ClosetoNewsteadshopsand thelocal primary school andonlya short walk to the Muckleford Forest,where an extensivenetwork of unmaderoads andtracksperfectfor walking andcyclingawait
Price: $895,000
OFI—Saturday30thNov 11:30am—12noon
This comfortable 3-bedroomhomeoffersa functional andspaciouslivingenvironmentfor youand your family.With itsconvenientlocation andwell-designedlayout,thisproperty is perfectfor thoseseeking arelaxedlifestyle in a peacefulsetting.Located in asought-after, established area of Castlemaine,thisproperty offers easy access to arange of amenities. Enjoy theconvenienceofbeingjust500m from the local high school anda 1.5kmwalktothe botanicalgardens.Explore thenearbyparks and nature reservesortakea leisurely 2.5kmstroll to thetowncentre
Price:$835,000
Woodend 14 Morris Road On 2244 m2 (over ½ an acre)
One-of-a-kind family sanctuary offered for the first time in over 30 years
Situated in a garden oasis featuring established English and native trees, the property includes a 1950s weatherboard home, detached studio cottage with loft, a separate selfcontained bungalow and double garage With views to Mount Macedon from behind a high front fence, this home is an absolute delight
The main residence includes entrance, open-plan kitchen/family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a garden room that looks out to a huge backyard filled with bird life
Situated on an exceptionally large block in walking distance to Woodend shops, schools and the railway station, with an option to purchase an adjoining garden block of 1342 m2 on a separate title at 16 Morris Road
Auction Saturday 30 November at 11am Price Guide $1,100,000-$1,200,000
To view call John Keating 0419 880 444
Hesket
extremely rare opportunity to purchase a special small acreage property (with a planning permit) within the exclusive Straws Lane valley An opportunity awaits to build your dream new home for either permanent living or as an inner country retreat Features include outstanding aesthetic amenity, magnificent near and long panoramic views over verdant rolling countryside including to Camels Hump, the Cobaw Ranges and Mount Alexander, excellent red volcanic soils, good pastures, new fencing, over 200 m frontage to the spring fed Smokers Creek, some beautiful mature trees, birdlife and wildlife habitat, and access via a charming country lane
Saturday7December at 11:00 am Reserve Price$1,475,000 To view call John Keating 0419 880 444
Ian Richard 20.11.1933 -19.11.2024
Husband of Ann (dec).
Father of Pru, Sally and Jenny. Grandfather to Bronwyn, Erin and Liam, Alec and Vaughn, Menna and Alice Great Grandfather to Poppy, Harry and Kiaan.
Much loved, sadly missed
NOBLE -Eva
Evahas been an active and dedicated member of U3A Kyneton forseveral years. She contributed enthusiasm and sincere friendship to all and will be greatly missed. The U3A Kyneton Committee and members would liketoextend their sincere sympathyto Eva’sfamily Rest in PeaceEva
STRAWHORN (nee Nicoll)
Elizabeth Margaret BETH
16.12.1932 -23.11.2024
Surrounded by love at RMB
Very much loved and loving wifeof Ian (dec) and Mum, Bethy, Grandma, Mimi &1st Mimi of Lindy,Keryn, Kim and their families Go Pies!
Please see tjscottandson.com.au forfuneral details to come
Gweneth Mary Anderson (nee McMurray) 3.11.1931
Darling wife (69years) andhearts’ companion of Peter Devoted sister,mother,granny, great grandmother,and aunty. Cherishedbyher family;Peter, William, Peter (dec), John,Janet, Andrew, Elisabeth, Sarah,and Christopher, Linda, Jen,Desi, Yenand Nicola, Vashti, Liam, Ben, Oscar,Jasmine, Cosima, Isadora, En, Xuan, Otto,Tristan,Saskia, Jack and Noah,Caylan,Joe,Tahlia, Marjory(dec), Cecil (dec), Shirley(dec), Carol, Mark and Helen.
Lovedbyall whoknewher
Ourdeepest thanks to all whocared forher Abeautiful woman She will be greatly missed
Dee (nee Aplin) Muriel
DorothyJoy 16.07.1931 -23.11.2024
Passed peacefully after abrave struggle in KynetonHospital Victoria. BelovedwifeofJohn Aish (Dec.) and Keith Dee (Dec.) Dearly lovedmotherofNicola, Amanda and Nigel. Treasured mother-in-lawofBert.
Much lovednana of Jessica Bree andAwhina. Much lovedgreat grandmother of Amelia. Treasured sister of Kenand Peter (Dec.) AlwaysinOur Hearts.
Private memorial gathering will be held on Thursday28.11.2024 at NaturalGrace Holistic Funeral Care in WoodendVictoria.
We would liketooffer special thanks to nursing staff at Kyneton Hospital Acute Care fortheir warmest attention and care in her finalmoments Gone,but neverforgotten.
MADIGAN -Barry
27.03.1942 -18.11.2024
Youwere such an important part of the Skipdon Motors family and we willmissyou dearly
Thank youfor the laughs and stories
Keep bashing and crashing old man RIP Baz
Love Garry, Rachael, Kaela and the team at Skipdon Motors
Baz, thank youfor all the years of friendship and support. Rest easymate.Wewill miss you Garryand Lesley
KN281640/L
NOBLE -Eva Grace
We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Evaon Wednesdaythe 13th of November aged 75 years in Kyneton, Victoria. Dearly loveddaughter of Lance &May Noble (deceased). Loving mother of Annie,son-in-lawScott, grandmother to Tiffany& Callum. Much lovedsister of Lynette, Robert&Pamela, brother-in-lawtoPeter and Stephen. She wasaloving auntie to nieces &nephews –Jai, Kent, Stuart, Tenille,Jarrad, Talia and Tyra Evahad ahappybusy lifeinher countrytown and enjoyedmanyactivities within her seniors groups,coffeemornings lunches &U3a choir
She will be sadly missed by allwho knewher and lovedher dearly
EvaGrace
Family and friends are invited to attend acelebration of Eva’slifeatthe Thomas J. Scott Memorial Chapel, 5Piper St, Kyneton TOMORROW, WedNov 27,2024 commencing at 10.30am. Private Cremation
KN281589/L NOBLE
Remember them with love...
the
Jess
Patience will be held on Friday, 29th November 2024 at The GilbertGordon Oval, 1DavyStreet Woodend at 2pm. Forthose unable to attendwewelcome youtojoinus via the livestream at tjscottandson.com.au
In Memoriam
CHRISTIANSEN
Sylvia 12.09.1939 -28.11.2014
In loving memoryofa Wife, Mother,Mim andnow aGreat Mim. It’sbeenten years sincewesaid good bye and not a daygoespast that we don’t think of you and miss you Aholeinour hearts that will neverbefilled. Words cannot describe our love foryou always.
Noel, Noeleen, Gavin, Lee,Debbie and families
KN281504/L
Aservice of Thanksgiving to celebrate the lifeofGweneth MaryAnderson will be held in the Chapel of Mount Alexander Funerals, 12 Campbell Street, Castlemaine on Monday2nd December at 1.45pm, followed by aburial at Sutton Grange Cemeteryand afternoon tea at the SuttonGrange Hall.
To join us at the service by livestream, please seeGweneth’stribute page on the website of Mount Alexander Funerals
MARTIN -John Shaw
John ShawMartin passed away at home on Thursday14th November
Family and friends are invitedtoa memorial mass to be held at Our Lady of the RosaryChurch 53 Ebden Street, Kyneton on Wednesday27th November at 2pm. Followed by refreshments at the familyhome
If youare unabletoattendyou can join usvia a livestream on TJ Scott &Sonswebsite; https://tjscottandson.com.au/tributes-reflections/ The familyoffers its heartfelt thanksto the palliativecare team fromthe Kyneton Hospital and Dr Stobie andeveryone from the Kyneton Medical Centre
Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival Inc.
A0021560D
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
6pm Tuesday10th December 2024
Kyneton Mechanics Institute -Board Room 3
We are looking for newMembers and Committee to ensure the festival continues as successfully as it has over the last 52 years. Please come along and join agreat group of people,and support this fantastic festival Peter Henderson (President)
FRIENDSOFBLACK HILLRESERVE, KYNETON Sunday8th December AGM&Celebrate 45 years 9.30am working bee 11.30am AGM followed by lunch BYOplate to share Main Entrance Ennis Rd. PleaseRSVP
Gweneth Anderson
MOUSTACHE parrot,
La Larr Ba Gauwa Park Notice is given of a PUBLIC MEETING –Nominations foraCommittee of Management
To be held at HarcourtNorth Community Hall on 12 December commencing at 18:30.
The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) or more than nine (9) persons as the Committee of Management forthe La Larr Ba GauwaParkfor atermofthree years. The current committee’sterm will expire on 16 January2025. All positions will be declared open and nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nominations from women, Aboriginal people,people with disabilities,young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
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Forfurther enquiries,nomination forms and nominee declaration forms please contact Michael Scott on 5471 1836. Formswill also be available at the meeting.
Annual General Meeting 2023-24
Central HighlandsRural Health Board of Management invites our community to its 2023-24 Annual General Meeting.
Date: Thursday28November 2024
Time: 3.00pm
Location: Loddon River Room,The Mechanics Hall, 66 HighStreet, Trentham
We are delighted to have AssociateProfessor SiobhanBourke who willdiscuss Destigmatising Women’s Sexual andReproductiveHealth.
Agenda items:
•Release of the 2023/24 Annual Report
•Any other businessinaccordance with theByLawsof Central HighlandsRuralHealth (of which 7daysprior notice has been given to the undersigned).
•GuestSpeaker:Siobhan Bourke
PleaseRSVP by 26th November2024 to events@chrh.org.au or (03) 5422 9920.
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REQUEST FOR TENDER COMMUNITY ARTS RECOVERY PROJECT
Council’sCommunity Flood Recovery Programinresponse to the October 2022floodisseeking to engage an artist, or ateam of artists,particularly those with experienceinart therapy,to workincollaboration with 14 Loddon communities to scope aseriesofprojects thatfoster adistinctlocal community identity andleaves behinda lasting piece of artthatreflects each community’s resilient spirit.
Submissions are encouraged fromartists / artistteamswho have experience working withcommunities and creating artwork forthe public realm.Artworks such as sculptures,murals,precinctstatements and signage thatcreate alasting legacyfor each community engaged are encouraged. The projects will produce detaileddesigns but will notproceed to installation.
Proponentsmay frame their tenderaround working withone community or multiple communities.Any shire-wide project submissions forall 14 communities must include asingledeliveryoption forone of the fourteen communities
The final arts outcomes will inspire resilience in localcommunities and potentiallyattractvisitors
Tender documents (No.C623) canbe downloaded at https://app.eprocure.com.au/loddon/ home/public
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Employment
CADET JOURNALIST (Full-Time)
The Midland Express is an independently owned and operatedweekly newspaper that circulates throughout theMacedon Rangesand Mount Alexander Shires
We are looking forahighly motivated individual eagerfor achallenge,who is passionate about regional media and their communities
The position is full-time located in Kyneton. Akey component of the role will be sports reporting and advertising feature writing.
Our companypublishes other publications including the Castlemaine Mail and the Central VictoriaTourist News
The successful candidate should have:
•Aninterest in sports
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•Ability to work autonomously and as part of ateam
•Excellent time-management skills
•Excellent peopleskills
•Understanding and knowledge of the MacedonRangesand Mount Alexander Shirecommunities
•Previous regional news media experience is desirable butnot essential.
To apply please include aresume and cover letter outlining your suitability forthe role
Emailto: accounts@midnews.com.au
Applications close 5pm FridayNovember 29
Notice of Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Castlemaine State Festival will be held on: Monday, 9December 2024, at 6:00 PM Venue: Castlemaine Town Hall, 25 Lyttleton Street Castlemaine All members and interested parties are warmly invited to attend.
Please complete membership application online by 4Dec at: https://castlemainefestival.com.au/membership/
Employment
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Sacred HeartCollege is aMercy school situated in Kyneton andsurrounded by the beautiful Macedon Ranges
The College will educate approximately 890 Students from Years 7-12 in 2025.
Sacred HeartCollegeiscommitted to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.
Applications are invited for the following 2025 position: College Registrar
The successful applicant will have the overall responsibility forall aspects of the enrolment process including initial contacts student enrolment applications and records
Theywill have an exceptional capacity to nurture strong and respectful relationships with all members of the Sacred Heartcommunity
The DutyStatement and Application Form are available on our website: www.shckyneton.catholic.edu.au
Please ensure youinclude acover letteraddressed to the Principal, Dr Darren Egberts
Applications are to be uploaded to our employment website no later than Tuesday3 December 2024 (4.00pm)
If youhaveany questions,please do not hesitate to contact the Principal, DrDarren Egberts by phoning 5421 1200 AMinistryofMercy Education Limited ABN 69 154 53 1870
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Due to business growth, we have a Merchandise Sales position available.
Western AG offer:
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CASTLEMAINE
The prestigious Medal of Medallists title was up for grabs on Thursday,as well as the November medal.
Andrew Wilson firedaround of 88-979 and this was sufficienttoclinch the MofM title.Leigh Campbell clinched the monthly medal and A-grade prizes with 75-8-67, two clear of Kerin Lourey 8213-69.
Kevin Gardner edged out Mick Kehoe on acountback in B-grade.
Gavin Lang and Greg Crowe were the NTPs.
Saturday saw thecar park bustling as 43 members arrived early to beat the heat and/or watchthe televised golf from Brisbane.
Leigh Campbell(8) handledthe conditions superbly to topA-grade withplus 4, with Jayson Glenister (16) top in B-grade on +3.
Tony Olsson (19) topped C-grade with +2, and Campbell and Peter Verlaan were NTP winners.
The early 9@9 stableford saw George Gray (31) finish with 22 points, two clear of Peter Creswell (22).
GISBORNE
Ahugeweek for Gisborne, withthe women takinghomeplenty of trophies from the Challenge Bowl at Kyneton on Thursday
Leighan Owen, NancyInglis and Kim Dufty were theoverall winners witha combined 117points.
And who did they beat?The other Gisborne team of Adrienne Fievez, Suzanne Velk andDao Lock.
Individually,JacquiNelson won A-grade with 41 points, and Inglis and Dufty were runners-upinthe other grades.
Afantastic effort by wonderful women.
The men'swinners on Saturday were Paul Delia (A),PaulConversano (B) and Michael Chew-Backer (C).
Maryanne Connell wonthe women's A1-grade on Wednesday,with Jenny O'Conner best in A2.Jocelyn Moreland won the stableford with 38 points.
Next weekisthe finalround of the club championships,and to celebrate the best and luckiest golfers the club is stoking up the barbecues to hold the first official social functionsince theclubhouse burnt down.
Why not come down fora bevvy, a sausage and alaugh to support the club?
KYNETON
In blistering conditions, the 2024 Stan Porter Memorial Tophywas takenout by Damian Summers (15) with afine 42 stableford points.
Stan'sson, Jim, made thejourney to present the trophy on Saturday Summers was also theB-gradewinner from Adam Pyett (15) on 39, while Col Hudgson (8) topped A-grade on 40, from PeteRobins(8) on 37.
Acountback in C-grade went the way of Bert Cottingham (30)from Brad Duncan (21) after both carded 39 points, and KylieMunro (12) was the women's winner
NTPs went to Robins, Pat Clohesy, Glen Cook, Barry Murphyand Bob Bennett (also super pin)
Thefinal round of the Mavis Cribbes event on Tuesdaysaw Rob MacRae (25) shoot amarvellous 45 points to take out the trophy
It was decided over the bestthree of four rounds, with MacRae having36, 40 and 45 for a121 total.
Tuesday'sthree gradewinners were MacRae with 45 points, MargScoble (27) with 37, and ValmeSmoors (39) with 39.
Nine holes: Liz Turang(39) on 17 points.
The annual Tradeswool Challenge Bowl on Thursday saw 57 ladies participating.
After acloselyfoughtcontest the Gisborne 1teamofNancy Inglis (26), Leighan Own and Kim Dufty (both 42) had 117points,two clear of the Gisborne 2teamthat edged outSeymourona countback for second place.
Individual gradewinners were Jacqui Nelson(20) from Gisborne on 41, Mary Halstead (29) from Trentham with 40, and JaneStanley (35) from Kyneton on 41.
The NTPs went to Stanley,Julie Hanson (Trentham),Pianta Cook (Heathcote) and Karin Caple (Bacchus Marsh).
The final round of the men's midweek championship took placeonWednesday
Ross Martin (13) was the day'swinner with 41 points but the championship went to runner-up Namik Akkurt with a 36-hole total of 75 points.
The women'swinner was Teaote Davies(21) with37points.
In hot conditions on Friday,the final of the women'ssingles knockout produced agoodtussle.
Julie Harrisemerged as the winner 2/1 against Tracey Bramich LANCEFIELD
The heat wasonwhenthe first round of the championshiptook place on Saturday
Greg Parks (16) certainly ran hot with the day'sbestscore of 43 points.
Colin Thomas (16) andPeter McGill (12) filled the minor placings on 39.
Twilight stableford: Alistair Beard blitzed the field with26points over10 holes.MarkCruise, Dave Morgan and Greg Parks allhad 19.
Thursday: Jamie Byron (10)36points.
Legendsstableford:Peter McGill (11) 38 points from Stephen Morgan(31) and Peter Beard both 35.
MOUNT MACEDON
There was arunawayvictoryin Burrows Plumbing monthly medal on Saturday
C-grader Rob 'Robbery' Taylor shot an outstanding 82-24-58 to 'street' the field.
S. Gunnell topped A-gradewith7711-66while D. Watt won B-grade with 78-12-66.
NTPs went to Gunnell and T. Carter.
Perfect conditions prevailed for Wednesday'sstableford yet there was an extreme spread of scores ranging from 20 points fromPeterSemmens and 40 byA-grade winner Joel Scanlon (10).
Keith Miles (22) had 39 to topBgrade,with NTPs going to Miles and PJ Cushen.
WOODEND
Anotherhot Saturday forthe second round of the club championships.
The 18-hole overall andC-grade winner was Steve Birdwith abrilliant 83-2063, from Alexander Brown 90-26-64.
Matt Paynewon A-grade with 70-5-65 from Simon Mason 72-5-67, and Grant Davies79-12-67 topped B-grade on a countback fromMyles Moxley Championship leadersafter 36 holes are: Matt Payne145 from Danny Bellchambers 149;B —Paul Whelan 163; C—Steve Bird170; Under 19s —Jack Roberts 166.
Jade Nolan leads thewomen'schampionship on 185, with the finalround tomorrow
Plenty of players in contention for the midweek championship with Les McGowan astrokeahead of Maurice Kelly and Al McInness after thefirst round.
Learn tips to keep cool this summer
Agroup of local organisations have teamed up to host two free events designed to bring people together and share tips on staying cool, safe and healthy throughout the warmer months.
The first event is abarbecue and pool session for multicultural community members at the Chewton Pool this Friday It will be afamily-friendly event for all ages. Pool staffand lifeguards will be on hand, so everyone of all ages and abilities is welcome.
The event will run from 5pm-7pm at Chewton Pool. Free barbecue provided.
To register visit events.humanitix.com/ bbq-and-swim-session-for-multiculturalfamilies
The second event is an informative morning tea this Saturday at the Castlemaine Senior Citizens Centre in Mechanics Lane, which will bring together local organisations. Hear from local partners and get practical advice on staying cool and healthy during the summer
The session will run from 11am-12.30pm. Light refreshments will be provided.
To register,visit events.humanitix.com/ keeping-cool-this-summer-morning-tea-andinfo-session
RDFNL AGM
The Riddell District Football Netball League'sannual general meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,December 11 It is to be held at RDFNL House in Melton West. Aboard of directors for the ensuing 12 months is one of the main agenda items.
Nominations for board positions can be lodged up to 5pm on Friday,December 6. Application forms can be obtained from league CEO Jordan Doyle.
Romsey Football Netball Club'sannual general meeting is to be held tomorrow (Wednesday) evening at seven o'clock.
The venue is the Newnham Room at Romsey Park.
Saints’ coach
Trentham Football Netball Club has welcomed new senior football coach Mark Adamson.
Adamson has coached more than 250 senior games spread across seven different leagues, and comes to the Saints with the senior side finishing as runner-up in the MCDFNL in 2024.
TimWhite, Saints' president for the past two years, advised last week he would be stepping down from the role.
"We've achieved alot in these two years," he said, indicating he looked forward to the direction the new committee would take in 2025.
White said he would support the Saints in acouple of roles this year
He thanked everyone he worked with —committee members, coaches, players, volunteers, supporters and sponsors.
The club'sannual general meeeting is on this evening (Tuesday).
There'sa free barbecue at 6pm, with the meeting at 7pm.
With eight rounds of Highlands pennant bowls completed, it is clear that unbeaten Kyneton would have to suffer abig form lapse to be danger of losing top place.
Kyneton secured maximum points at Trentham on Saturday
Hence, the remaining home and away rounds have considerable importance as far as the double chance is concerned.
Reigning premier Kyneton Golf moved into second spot after capturing 15 of the 16 points on offer against Diggers Rest on Saturday
Conditions were the hottest experienced this season, but some interspersed cloud cover prevented the temperature reaching the "game called off' level.
Golf has the bye in the ninth round this Saturday,with Kilmore, Diggers Rest and Romsey all looking to consolidate.
For starters, Diggers Rest has the mammoth task of finding away to overcome Kyneton even though the match is at Diggers Rest.
Against Golf at the weekend, two rinks were very close, but Peter Linehan &co. gave the Golf brigade a16-shot buffer
The match of the round sees thirdplaced Kilmore athometoRomsey,now in fifth place after having the bye —great way to avoid the heat!
The Redbacks have plenty of depth at
Double Doouublle e chance up for grabs p foor r grrab b
their disposal, and know Kilmore can be formidable at home.
With Daniel Noonan'sfour winning by 25 shots, Kilmore won well in adanger game at Broadford.
Bottom side Trentham will behoping to cause an upset when sixth-placed Gisborne arrive on Saturday
Gisborne did well to gain maximum points with an all-fours-up 20-shot advantage over Lancefield at the weekend.
Lancefield head to Broadford in the remaining match, with both sides too far down the ladder to contemplate playing finals this season.
WOODEND DOES WELL
In division two, second-placed Woodend did well to secure afour-shot victory over ladder-leader Kyneton Golf away from home.
Third-placed Romsey had an all fours up 44-shots margin against Broadford, and Kyneton secured maximum points at Gisborne.
In division three, Kilmore downed ladder-leader Mt Cottrell, and down-theladder Macedon did well to have all fours up against Lancefield. Fifth-placed Romsey held offKyneton.
Div.3:MtCottrell 86, Kilmore 84, Lancefield 73, Gisborne (3) 72, Romsey 72, Kyneton 67, Woodend 56, Macedon 44, Trentham 29, Gisborne (4) 25. Different clubs are at various stages in their club championships.
ALL THE SCORES
Div.1:Kyneton Golf 62 Diggers Rest 44 —A.Barker 19 dP.Robinson 17, P. Linehan 29 dS.Browne 11,T.Williams 14 drew with R. Treweek 14; Broadford 48 lost to Romsey 80 —P.Newell 13 lost to D. Noonan 38, D. Kelly 16 lost to S. Fitzgerald 24, D. Ekkis 19 dL.Spargo 18; Kyneton 73 dTrentham 44 —J O'Donnell 25 dT.Cook 12, G. Podesta 25 dR.Dobinson 18, T. Williams 14 drew with R. Treweek 14; Gisborne 74 dLancefield 54 —P.Williams 27 dJ Parks 25, T. Wylie 26 dG.Stewart 16; D. Beardmore 21 dJ.Holmes13.
Div. 2— Kyneton Golf 54 lost to Woodend 58, Romsey 81 dBroadford 37, Gisborne 45 lost to Kyneton 76, Macedon 72 dDiggers Rest 60.
Div.3— Woodend 70 dTrentham 44, Gisborne (3) 65 dGisborne (4) 52, Lancefield 49 lost to Macedon 65, Kilmore 62 dMtCottrell 51, Romsey 63 d Kyneton 55.
Club becoming ‘more relevant’
Bill West
"It'sbeen avery busy year but Ifeel our club is beginning to become more relevant in the Riddell District Football Netball League."
This is how re-elected Lancefield Football Netball Club president, Joe Schembri, summed up the Tigers at the annual meeting earlier this month.
"I know both netball and football are working extremely hard to make season 2025 successful on the field, whilst we continue to strive offthe field," he said. "Being named Club of the Year by the RDFNL is testament to the hard work the committee has put in over the past two seasons."
He said through work done last season by the committee, the club found itself in astrongposition, but
emphasised there was more work to do.
Thanking valued sponsors, he said the sponsorship return was the largest he was aware of for the club.
Treasurer Bill Balcam provided avery healthy balance sheet, with aprofit over $84,000 being realised.
Thanks went to all who played their part on and off the field in 2024, with more assistance on game days very welcome.
$70,000 WELCOMED
Particular mention was made of the Community Bank —Lancefield and Romsey —making $70,000 available to resurface the netball court, and upgrade lighting.
The club was heavily involved in the revived Lancefield Gift, so successful on November 16.
The president expressed special thanks to long-time committee member and canteen manager Lorraine
Kraus who is stepping down from the committee, and Tammie Dalgleish for her much-appreciated work as well.
Schembri said on-field highlights included the club's first senior female football team, which had "competed very well", anew Under 19s football side, competitive Reserves, and improvement across the board in netball ranks with two teams in the finals.
Office-bearers were elected as follows:
President, Joe Schembri.
Vice-president, Chris Dynon.
Secretary,Matt Harrop.
Treasurer,Bill Balcam.
Committee members are Kerrie Hammond, Luke Jowett, Cal Randall, Tamara Grischy,Barry Hunt and Daniel O'Meara.
Bill West
Kyneton skipper Greg Podesta continues his fine form (pictured earlier this month atKyneton).
Falconsready to soar
The Mt Alexander Falcons, Castlemaine’strailblazing football team, are gearing up for another exciting season of footy,and they want you to join them!
The Falcons are afootball club like no other,created by and for women and gender-diverse people. Unlike traditional male-focused clubs, the Falcons place these communities at the heart of everything they do. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to get women and gender-diverse people playing footy while fostering awelcoming, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Club president Alana Wearne says they’ve created something truly special.
"We’re not just about footy; we’re about building acommunity where people of all backgrounds and skill levels can feel supported, have fun, and achieve something together.Everyone is welcome here.”
The Falcons are also thrilled to announce that Louise Ainscough is returning as head coach for the 2025 season.
“The Falcons are more than ateam—we’re afamily," Ainscough said.
"Wewelcome players of all skill levels, whether they’ve
been playing for years or have never kicked afooty before. Our focus is on building confidence, having fun, and creating aspace where everyone feels valued.”
Pre-season training starts soon
The Falcons’ pre-season training kicks offonDecember 2, 9and 16 at Wesley Hill Velodrome Oval in Castlemaine, with sessions starting at 6.15pm. These sessions are the perfect opportunity for anyone curious about playing to come along, meet the team, and give footy ago.
All women and gender-diverse people are invited, regardless of experience. If you’re looking for away to stay active, make new friends, or just try something new,the Falcons have aplace for you.
Why join the Falcons?
In 2024, the Falcons achieved incredible milestones, including:
•Competing in their second official season and narrowly missing out on finals.
•Hosting events like the Pride Cup and community workshops on inclusion and anti-racism.
•Working with local Indigenous leaders to deepen cultural awareness and inclusion.
•Launching aJunior Falcons program to inspire the next generation of players.
From guest appearances by AFLWstars to social events and even their own custom Falcons ginger beer, the club is as dynamic off the field as it is onit.
The Falcons need you!
Recruitment is critical to keeping this amazing club strong andthriving. Whether you’re an experienced player or acomplete beginner,the Falcons are lookingfor great people to join their team.
“Bring amate along, spread the word, and help grow the Falcons family,” Ainscough said. “Wecan’t wait to see new faces at training.”
How to join
Pre-season training Dates: December 2, 9and 16
Time: 6.15pm
Location: WesleyHill Velodrome Oval, Castlemaine
For more information about the Falcons or how to get involved, visit their website: mtalexanderfalcons.com.au
So, dust offyour runners, grab afriend, and join the Falcons as they prepare to make 2025 their bestseason yet. This is your chance to be part of something special.
Newmodel to help umpires
The Riddell District Football Netball League is pleased the Riddell Umpires association has agreed to the league's proposal of having afull-time dedicated umpire operations manager based at RDFNL headquarters.
"This is amodel that has been effective over anumber of other leagues and sporting bodies and the RDFNL is pleased to take on the challenge and hope to see the Riddell Umpires flourish over the next few years," league CEO Jordan Doyle said.
"There is 42 years of history with the Riddell Umpires and the RDFNL does not want to stop or take over any of that They just want to help them improve so they can continue to thrive for another 42 years," Doyle said.
Negotiations between the league and RU have been spread over roughly 12 months, with the umpires' committee having had a detailed administration proposal to study since February
The CEO said the league planned to work alongside Riddell Umpires to improve umpire numbers, development and operation practices to make it amore inclusive
and professional association.
The move comes on the back of significant growth in football and netball, and alack of growth in the football umpiring space.
Doyle said it was pleasing to see the proposal sent to the umpires early this year had now been endorsed.
The league is advertising for an umpires operations manager as well as other coaching positions.
"Weare looking forward to having afulltime resource that can dedicate their week to helping the association improves in a number of areas," the CEO said.
He said the move would have minimal impact on what agame day or training environment looked like.
The RDFNL continues to expand following Kyneton FNC joining last season, and the Gisborne Giants and Melton South being fully fledged members next season.
Anyone interested in the umpires' operations manager or field, boundary and junior coaching roles can email jordan@rdfnl@ com.au
The Falcons are pictured after their Pride Cup round match. Photo: Penny Ryan Photography
Batsman clockuprunsinCDCA
Castlemaine District Cricket Association
AGrade sides began day one of two-day clashes in round seven action last Saturday.A Reserve contested one-day matches in round seven. BGrade smashed out one-day matches in round six and CGrade (Under 16) began day one of their twoday clashes in round four.The Women's comp enjoyed aweek'srest before they return to the pitch this Friday for round four contests.
Highlights of the round were Mia Mia B Grade batsman Nathan Simms' 117with the bat, Muckleford AReserve batsman Marty Sharples made 112not out, Castlemaine United AReserve player Declan Brasher 111, Muckleford AGrade batsman Daniel Peckham 102, and Taradale AReserve batsman Brock Fletcher 102 not out.
The best of the bowlers were Guildford AGrader TysonWilliams with 4-12, Mia Mia BGraderJoseph Bruce with 4-18 and Harcourt AGrader Jack Archer with 4-31 with the ball. Results were:
AGRADE
Maiden Gully Lions 10-197 (Private Player 45, TimBubb 30, Leigh Draper 30; Jack Archer 4-31, Tasman Scoles 2-12) v Harcourt.
Muckleford 5-291 (Daniel Peckham 102, Edward Gingell 81, John Watson 39 not out, Declan Slingo 37) vNewstead.
Harcourt 10-139 (Adrian Cole 21, Kayne Simmons 18 not out; Brian Austin 3-26, TimGleeson 2-19) lost to Heathcote 1-140 (Daniel Butler 84 not out, TimGleeson 18 not out).
Newstead 5-204 (Ben Christmas 61, Kristopher Bagley 37 not out, Lachlan Park 27; Declan Brasher 2-25) defeated Castlemaine United 5-202 (Declan Brasher 111, Beau Ely 43 not out).
Taradale 4-143 (Brock Fletcher 102 not
GDCA SCORES
Results from completed matches in the Gisborne District Cricket Association at the weekend include the following:
McIntyre Cup 1sts: Sunbury United 9/278 c.c. Lost to Gisborne 6/351 (R. Vernon 167, H. Luxmore 65 n.o., M. Barake 35); Romsey 231 lost to Woodend 311(M. Stewart 121, H. Sheahan 59, H. McDonald 39); Macedon 187 and 5/85 (W.Bobetic 33) lost to Rupertswood 195 (C. Bruce 71, J. Howell 48 —C Howlett 4-51, A. Browne 4-61); Sunbury Kangaroos 218 lost to Broadford 7/306 dec. (J. Inglis 101 n.o., S. Sharma 82 —R.Phillips 3-33).
Johnstone 1sts: East Sunbury and 4/108 (A. Nichols 38) dKilmore 9/73 (B. Watson 6-25); Eastern Hill 9/239 dAintree 176; Eynesbury 6/303 dDiggers Rest/Bulla 206 (J. Clear 50, L. Ruff37—Z.Micallef 3-21).
McIntyre 2nds: Woodend 4/310 d Romsey 266 (A. Wright 56, S. Day 53, D. Wright 42 —T.Robson4-40, B. Warner 3-42); Sunbury United 316 dGisborne 123; 8/339 c.c. d Macedon 288 (C. Axton 120, T. Coppin 46, T. Coppin 45). Johnstone 2nds: East Sunbury
238 lost to Kilmore 7/241 (C. Partridge 117n.o., J. Bourke 50 —M Williams 4-55; Eastern Hill 161 lost to Aintree 3/168 G. Natial 64, L. Bhukya 55 n.o.., Diggers Rest/Bulla 9/294 c.c. dEynesbury 136 (D. Kershaw 36 n.o. —B.Beattie 4-31)
Jensen 1sts: Melton South 9/178 c.c. Lost to Harkness 3/179 (S. Singh 47, B. Singh 41M. Aujla 40 n.o.; Wallan 5/209 (A. Moore 103 ret.D. Madiona 39 n.o) lost to Riddell 3/210 M. Day 89, H. Fisher 58 n.o.; Gisborne 6/147 c.c (R. Evans 47 n.o.) dRupertswood 137 (B. Pearson 33 —J.Gruevski 4-26); Lancefield 4/285c.c. (C. Osmond 77 n.o., V. Mcclure 66, H. Lehner 61) d Sunbury United 97 (H. Knott 28 A. Richardt 4-15).
Jensen 2nds: Rupertswood 6/201 (T.Hayes 50 n.o.) dHanging Rock 5/194; Romsey 9/205 c.c. (O. Alexander 57, X. Webb 43) lost to Blackwood 2/209; Macedon 178 (S. Gray 99 —J.Shaw 4-26, A, Prewett 3-36, A. Wilkie 3-41) lost to Trentham 4/179 G. Thomson 84, H. Fitzpatrick 35); Malmsbury 211(M. Prudden 36, D. Ellem 35, M. Cox 34, C. Ganim 34 —J.Burns 3-26) d Lancefield 8/148 (Burns 78 n.o.
out; Aaron Foy 2-16) defeated Maiden Gully Lions 9-139 (Anthony Blake 43, Caelan Berry 35; Kym Szegedi 3-28, Daniel Maerz 3-17).
North Castlemaine 6-268 (Mitchell Hancock 87 not out, Jamie Allan 70,Nathan Anderson 44;Nash Turner 2-61, Lachlan Green 2-54) defeated Muckleford 5-180 (Marty Sharples 112not out, Lachlan Green 40).
Campbells Creek Colts had the bye. BGRADE
Castlemaine United 7-161 (Adam Perrett 41, Brad Perry 27,Leon McShanag 24; Steven Shovan 3-29, Tristin Parsons 2-18) defeated Newstead 10-88 (Gerald Chapman 29, Eve Righetti 18; Michal Penrose 3-3, John Wilson 2-11).
Muckleford 8-164 (Samuel McGee65, Matine Rahmani 28; Joseph Bruce 4-18) lost to Mia Mia 9-209 (Nathan Simms 117, Jack McLeod 3-6).
Campbells Creek Colts 4-155 (Patrick Jones 46, Brad Strugess 41not out; Tony
Nikola Cox 5-37).
Jensen 3rds —Sunbury Kangaroos 177 (J. Patel 89, R. Walker 32 —J.Fiford 4-20) dWoodend 8/170 (J. Black 35); Diggers Rest/Bulla 124 lost to Melton Centrals 3/126; Sunbury 6/186 c.c. Lost to Melton South 4/187; Kilmore 4/211c c(G. Fairweather 59) lost to Melton 2/218 (G. Ghumman 83, M. Rybacki 72; Harkness 9/295 (G. Singh 64n.o.) dGisborne 137 (O. Miller 28, M. Downie 28 N. Khan 3-17).
Club North —Gisborne 9/165 (B. Freeth 53 ret., J. Telfer 37 —A May 3-34) vWoodend (no score listed); Eastern Hill 5/160 (M. Hall 51) dWallan 87; Malmsbury 9/286 (P.DePodolinsky 64, H. Tautkis 59 n.o. —D.Mallia-Hogan 3-42, L. McElhinney 3-49) dLancefield 5/172 (Malia-Hogan 52 n.o., A. Bromley 42 ); Kilmore 8/148 c..c lost to Broadford 6/152.
Club South Harkness 8/230 c.c. dWoodend 99 (D. Ranson 35); Eynesbury 6/201 c.c. DHanging Rock 5/103 (B. Sawyer 52 ret. —K Connelly 3-6); Melton Centrals 92 (R. Singh 51 —M.Anderson 5-16) lost to Sunbury United 3/95; Riddell 8/178 dGisborne 50.
Farrell 2-28) defeated Guildford 9-140 (Angus Mychajlyszyn 65, Ben Tombs22; Nick Trainor 2-10).
Barkers Creek 6-199 (Jed Denahy 47, Campbell McLennan 29, Jackson Byrne 28; Isaac Pedretti 2-32) losttoHepburn 3-207 (Vineet Kumar 95 not out, Corey Shiell 36, Nathaniel Lowe 28, Lindsay Olver 22).
Taradale had the bye.
CGRADE(Under 16)
Muckleford 9-33 (Aihen Turner 14 not out) vCampbells Creek 9-32 (Seth Gross 2-1, Grace Smith 2-2 TadghCanazi 2-5).
Castlemaine United Blue 4-127 (Declan Brasher 30 retired not out, Oliver Grainger 26, Harper Kneebone 25) vBarkers/North/ Harcourt 3-133 (Fletcher McAinch 30 retired not out, Zachary Thompson 30 retired not out, Brayden Allan 28).
Newstead 3-79 vCastlemaine United Gold 3-119 (Charlie Cordy 29, Gabriel O'Sullivan 28, TedCordy 14 not out). Maryborough vCarisbrook -pending. Colts Phelans had the bye.
Nikola Cox took 5/37 for Malmsbury in her side’s Jenson 2nds win against Lancefield on Sunday.
North Castlemaine AReserve batsman Tom Cox lines up ashot at Wesley Hill.
Photo: Max Lesser
The bails fly at the Western Reserve as Castlemaine United Blue and Barkers/North/Harcourt go head to head. Photo: Max Lesser
Clashofthe season
Cricketladders
Current positions of teams in the Gisborne District Cricket Association grades are: McIntyre Cup 1sts: Woodend 44.2 pts, Rupertswood 39.2, Gisborne 34.9, Romsey 32.3, Sunbury United 26.6, Broadford 15.1, Sunbury Kangaroos 14.6, Macedon 11.8 Johnstone 1sts: Wallan 35.0, Eastern Hill 28.3, East Sunbury 25.8, Diggers Rest/Bulla 25.8, Eynesbury 23.6, Aintree 21.6, Kilmore 19.7. McIntyre 2nds: Gisborne 27, Romsey 27, Rupertswood 24, Woodend 21, Sunbury United 18, Macedon 12, Broadford 9. Johnstone 2nds: Diggers Rest/Bulla 30, Wallan 30, Aintree 27, Kilmore 21, Eastern Hill 18, Eynesbury 9, East Sunbury 9. Jensen 1sts: Riddell 36, Harkness 30, Lancefield 24, Rupertswood 12, Gisborne 12, Wallan 12, Sunbury United 12, Melton South 6.
Girls’ cricket
Gisborne District Cricket Association will hold girls' representative trials at Romsey Park tomorrow (Wednesday) evening. The session will run from 5.45pm to 7.30pm.
The GDCA will be participating in the Northern Rivers Country Week from January 6to10.
An Under 17s side, and two Under 14s girls' teams, are being arranged similar to past seasons.
All girls playing in the GDCA are eligible for selecetion, whether their currentl clubs have agirls' team or not.
Bill West
Before the current McIntyre 1sts cricket season began, few could predict the Woodend versus Gisborne match could be labelled as 'Clash of the Season'.
Gisborne opening batter Riley Vernon hit up amatch-winning 167 for the Dragons on Saturday,and Woodend captain Marcus Stewart scored 121 to ensure his side comfortably accounted for Romsey to remain unbeaten on top of the ladder.
This sets the stage for some unpredictable cricket over the next two Saturdays at Gilbert Gordon Oval.
There'splenty at stake in what has been avery interesting season to date.
Stewart said his sidehad plenty of keen contributors, and would be out to build on its performances this season.
"Our players have really put in we bowled well to dismiss Romsey for 231 and were confident of chasing down this score. We hadn't beaten them for several years."
Stewart singled out 19-year-old allrounder Harrison Sheahan for special praise.
Promoted as amakeshift opener, Sheahan was unfazed and scored 59 (seven fours) to help his captain add a vital 117runs for the second wicket.
"Wewantedtopreserve our wickets, and knew the runs would come later," Stewart said.
The Woodsmen cruised to victory with just fourwickets down, then continued on to score 311tobuild up bonus points.
Excess heat and the quick surface made it hard for Romsey,now back in fourth position after the completion of five rounds. Tenbowlers were used.
Stewart's121 included 16 boundaries, and he said the retention of relatively young cricketers was paying offfor the club.
ONE VERNON, THEN THE OTHER
The undoubted cricketing talents of captain-coach Jarryd Vernon and younger brother Riley arewell recognised, but
the matchagainst Sunbury United will go down in history
Firstly,Jarryd captured an astounding 9-84, believd to be an all-time bowling record for the Dragons, then Riley followed up with 167 to follow on from his 95 in the previous round.
Riley'sbig tally from 209 balls included 12 fours and three sixes against the multipronged United attack.
He was the fourth batter dismissed with the score on 281, ahead ofUnited's respectable 9/278 c.c..
Matt Barake 35 and Harry Luxmore an unbeaten 65 no doubt impressed Gisborne selectors.
The final tally was avery healthy 6/351.
The Dragons have lost two matches, to Romsey and Rupertswood, and believe they can make arealistic bid for another premiership this season.
So go along to Gilbert Gordon this Saturday to see what unfolds.
Chasing afirst win, Macedon was in the box seat when Rupertswood slumped to 6/65 in pursuit of 187.
Second-placed Rupo has been resilient all season, and this time acentury-plus seventh-wicket stand between Cameron Bruce 71 and Jake Howell 48 frustrated the Cats.
Cam Howlett 4-54 and Alex Browne 4-61 (28 overs) had the best figures for Macedon, who play at Broadford this round.
James Ingham scored an unbeaten 101 from 94 balls for Broadford in awinning tally of 7/306 against Sunbury Kangaroos. Macedon veteran Chris Axton scored a whirlwind 120 (17 fours, five sixes) from 91 balls against Sunbury United in McIntyre 2nds, and Kilmore'sChrisPartridge made an unbeaten 117against East Sunbury in the same grade
Wallan'sArchie Moore scored 103 before retiring, but his side was beaten by Riddell in Jensen 1sts.
The women'sKookaburra matches on Sunday were all abandoned because of overnight rain.
Captain leads way Woodend’s Marcus Stewart was dismissed for 121 at Romsey. Photo: Bill West
Agreat innings —Riley Vernon’s 167 rates highly among his finest batting performances. Photo: Bill West
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