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AUGUST 2016 VOLUME 20 / ISSUE 7
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Blanket drive to help the needy keep warm
Winter is really starting to bite, and the most vulnerable members of the community are feeling it most. When Woodend Rotary put the call out seeking blankets to assists Victoria’s homeless the response was truly amazing! Donations were received from across the Macedon Ranges and beyond, for delivery directly to those in need via Rotary’s Donation in Kind program. R E A D M O R E O N PAG E 2
Rotary’s Cooking Demonstations a hit
Book now for a fantastic introduction to the art of making artisan cheeses at home. PAGE 25
Macedon Ranges Running Club The ever poular Start Run Program begins on August 29 in Woodend. Get fit, and active in a friendly social environment. PAGE 26
Junior Netball in Woodend in Summer!
The Woodend District Netball Club is running its Term 4 Junior Netball Competition again in 2016 PAGE 26
Woodend-Hesket Masters’ fourth game
With a TV camera there to film a story on the club for Off The Bench TV, a great game unraveled with The Hawks drawing forst blood. PAGE 27
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It’s cold in the Macedon Ranges but not as cold as on the street
Last month Woodend Rotary put the call out for blankets and the response we received was truly amazing! A special thank you to Mort & Pestle and Woodend Library for your support. The blanket drive supports Youth Projects and assists Victoria’s homeless community. The facility located on Hosier Lane, Melbourne, provides health, outreach, community and employment, education and training services to individuals experiencing disadvantage, unemployment, The donated blankets are stored at Donations In Kind (DIK), a Rotary facility that stores all manner of donations in West Footscray before being moved onto wherever the need in greatest. Mr Rigoni said, “I would personally like to thank every person in our community for their support, you have made a big difference in someone’s life”. The donated blankets are stored at Donations In Kind (DIK), a Rotary facility that stores all manner of donations in West Footscray before being moved onto wherever the need in greatest. Submitted by D. Hocking, Woodend Rotary
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Innovation and a thick skin wins out for top science award On 15 June Dr Elaine Saunders, local Woodend resident and member of the Rotary Club of Melbourne, received Australia’s top honour for our leading visionaries, a prestigious ATSE Clunies Ross Award in the Entrepreneur of the Year Category. The award recognises her successful disruption of hearing service provision in Australia. Dr Saunders has made premium hearing aids more accessible by challenging business and pricing models. Dr Saunders, working with other hearing aid heroes including Professors Peter Blamey and Graeme Clarke – both also winners of Clunies Ross Awards – has made it her life purpose to make high quality hearing aids accessible for more people. She has helped develop a world-leading, awardwinning, cost-saving hearing aid system in conjunction with a world leading telehealth service. If adopted as industry standard, the system could reduce the cost of hearing health care by approximately 70 percent. “Good hearing aid technologies result from good research. Australia has contributed significantly to international hearing aid development. However, it takes entrepreneurship and a thick skin to get more innovation in health research and delivery,” said Elaine.
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The direct economic impact of her technology is great, but dwarfed by the huge indirect economic and social benefits that stem from the reduced burden of hearing loss. “Much in health care is ripe for innovation, partly in order to manage spiralling costs. It's important that we develop new models of care that are not digital copies of traditional models, but that use technologies and skills to help people who are able to help themselves,” she concluded. Above: Dr Elaine Saunders (R) with award as presented by Victorian Government’s Lead Scientist, Dr Leonie Walsh (L)
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35.5
20.5
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39.0
73.5
54.4
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98.5
69.0
126.8
July
87.5
82.5
102.0
101.8
79.3
95.3
92.2
August
148.5
56.0
113.7
116.4
32.7
50.7
73.9
September
97.0
98.5
54.6
85.0
55.9
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154.5
86.0
39.0
75.6
49.6
12.9
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193.0
82.0
31.4
67.2
53.0
41.3
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120.0
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35.2
36.6
41.7
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The Geburrh Centre
- a new vision for the Macedon Ranges in Woodend Geburrh (Jabor) – the indigenous name for Mt Macedon
A group of local residents are exploring the potential to revitalise the Woodend Community Centre and disused squash courts. For years the Centre has serviced senior citizen recreation, community radio, library, cinema, yoga, scouts and performance groups. The site around the hall has hosted events including the Christmas Carols, Twilight, Koori, Lions and Farmers Markets. This precinct is the heart of Woodend for learning, conversation, culture and community. Recent evaluations point to the high level of maintenance of the buildings and grounds, causing a rethink of how the site can better service the community for the future. Initiatives within the Shire are focused on improving outdated infrastructure, with the potential to create services and facilities that are more attuned to our community's needs and expectations. A venue with improved acoustics and appropriate accommodation for the Woodend Winter Arts Festival; readily accessible public space to hold council and community meetings, school celebration nights, dance and orchestra recitals, undercover market stalls, a technology & sustainability hub, improved youth space and intergenerational learning centre. Once again, the community has the opportunity to come together to design something significant to support these local programs and also enhance Woodend’s centre as a premier tourist destination.
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In June, Macedon Ranges Rural Australians for Refugees (MRRAR) held a sausage sizzle & grocery collection in Woodend to assist people seeking asylum and refugees. The response from locals to these biannual events is heart-warming. Each time we collect more goods, sell more sausages, and cash donations have been increasingly generous. The needs are increasing and ongoing. In recent times many people who seek asylum have been refused Visas that enable them to receive a very basic Government allowance. They are destitute unless organisations such as Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Dandenong Friends of Refugees, and individuals in our local communities provide assistance for their daily needs; food and personal items. A visit to the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre in Footscray is an amazing experience! It is like entering another world; full of kindness, generosity, hard working individuals coordinating a Food Bank; daily a cooked lunch for two hundred people, counselling those with difficulties and special needs, teaching English, answering phones, unloading food deliveries and much more. It is a privilege to be part of this world in a small way. MRRAR’s next event will be a film night to see “How I became a Refugee - the Story of a Rohinga family and their journey to Australia; on Friday, August 12 at 7pm at the Norma Richardson Hall, Buckland St Woodend. For enquires email mrrar.refugees@gmail.com.
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Chamber Poets
Get Ready For David Wood! Delightful local poet David Wood (pictured below) will be our featured reader at the next monthly session of Chamber Poets, held from 3-5 pm at The Chamber cafe in the main street of Woodend on Saturday 13 August. David is an award-winning poet, considered one of Victoria's finest, and his poetry is warm, playful and accessible.
S AL E Anyone is welcome to come along and listen: you might be surprised by how moving and entertaining an afternoon of poetry can be. Enjoy a cake or coffee in a fun, Bohemian atmosphere while supporting the local poetry scene. If you've written a poem, put your name down for the Open Section for your turn at the microphone. Myron Lysenko, a famous face around Woodend, ensures that the afternoon is always a very friendly one for poets new and old! Submitted by Jenny Zimmerman | 0438 498 869
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Movies that matter
The next Movies that Matter screening on August 9 is the first ever MRSG Environmental Film Festival featuring a showcase of short films on key sustainability issues made by local filmmakers about issues that matter to the Macedon Ranges. Meet the filmmakers for a Q&A after the screening. Movies that Matter are screened the 2nd Tuesday of the month upstairs at the Victoria Hotel from 7.30 pm. In September we will be screening the recently released Chasing Asylum. Billing itself as ‘the film the Australian government doesn’t want you to see’, Chasing Asylum is composed of 90 per cent exclusive footage. This includes material obtained secretly by insiders and at great risk. Why not have a meal at the pub and then enjoy these interesting and informative films. Submitted by P. Hansford for MRSG
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Rotary Club of Woodend
Thanks to everyone who supported our cake stall outside the Newsagency on Saturday 16th July. The weather and friendliness of those who purchased the fantastic array of cakes, slices and biscuits was as nice as the sunny weather we had on the day. Our next major event is the Community Luncheon on Sunday 28th August. This will help to raise funds for the Woodend Playgroup Solar Panel project. The luncheon will be held at the Woodend Bowling Club from 12pm - 3 pm. The entry fee of $25 allows everyone who attends to enjoy champagne and the savoury and sweet treats on offer. It is hoped the community will again turn out to support this event and ultimately the Woodend Playgroup. Bookings are required by August 24 2016 and made online at www.trybooking.com/MEIJ or contacting Melissa on 54271578. We welcome visitors to our weekly meetings at the Victoria Hotel 6.45pm for 7pm start and our walking group occurs each weekend and open to everyone interested in staying healthy and enjoying good company. If you would like more information on Woodend Rotary, visit our webpage or social media sites below, or contact Grant Hocking on 0429802722. Webpage: www.rotarywoodend.com | Facebook: facebook. com/rotarywoodend } Walking Group Facebook: facebook. com/groups/795089553844781/. Submitted by Grant Hocking
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What’s on at Woodend Library in August Busy School Holidays
Woodend junior readers enjoyed the Holiday Program activities at the Library. There were ‘Frozen’ songs, a shop to play in, Lego to build, pop-up cards to create and our final holiday activity taught a group of nine writers to publish their own books. These activities gave everyone a warm, fun space to use over our cold and wet holidays. ABC Open in August
In August Jane Curtis will be back in Woodend for an ABC Open Writing Workshop. Book in and be ready with your 500 words – ‘What Happens on Tour’ on Wednesday 10 of August at 12:30pm. Celebrate Children’s Book Week
Each year, across Australia, The Children’s Book Council Australia brings children and books together celebrating Children’s Book Week. During this time schools, libraries, booksellers, authors, illustrators and children celebrate Australian Children's Literature. Join us as for our regular children’s storytimes as we embrace this year’s theme – Australia! Story Country. August 20-26. Reading Hour in August
for a whole week! The Reading Hour promotes the fact that sharing a book with your child for 10 minutes a day, an hour a week, gives your child the best chance of becoming a good reader with all the social and educational benefits that brings. Come into the Woodend Library from Monday 15 to Saturday August 20 to pick up a specially selected book bundle to share the love of reading with your family. Book Clubs
We have a few people interested in joining Book Clubs – please let us know if your Book Club has vacancies. If you are interested in joining an evening or daytime group drop into the library and let us know. Tax Smart Australia
Tax Smart Australia has been developed for today's business decision maker. Whether your business has a little or a lot of money to play with, a disciplined and smart approach will ensure it reaches its full potential. With tax time upon us, library members can access TaxSmart free of charge. See www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au for more details. Children from near and far in the Woodend Kingdoms journeyed to their library to be entertained by a sing-a-long with Princess Anna (aka singer/ musician Min Miles).
Do you have children in your family aged 0-7 years? Goldfields Libraries is celebrating The Reading Hour
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Help us make the shire a better place for older people If you are aged 55 years or over, and have an idea for an activity, project or event in your town that would benefit and support older people we want to hear from you! Get in touch: • fill in a reply paid postcard, available from a Council office • visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay • email mrsc@mrsc.vic.gov.au • call us on 5422 0262. Feedback is due by Sunday 21 August.
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You can help save gorillas in the wild simply by recycling your old phone.
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The phones donated will either be refurbished or recycled. Refurbishment provides the coltan coated capacitor within the mobile phone with a second life, which consequently lessens the demand for coltan. Refurbished phones are then resold for reuse and can provide vital communications in developing countries. Phones that are too old for refurbishment are diverted from landfill and recycled into other products. Since the program began, over 50,000 phones have been recycled and over $100,000 has been raised to help gorilla conservation. Protect gorillas on the brink of extinction – donate your old mobile phone today at Collier Office & Business Assist, Shop 5, 130 High Street Woodend or via Woodend Primary School office. Submitted by P Lenders
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August 2016 Have the chat that saves lives
There are around 1,600 Australians on official transplant waiting lists at any one time. Yet less than 1% of deaths occur in Intensive Care Units or Emergency Departments; and these are the only places from which donation of organs is possible. In our annual promotion of DonateLife week – from Sunday 31 July to Sunday 7 August, we ask our patients and local community to: -
Discover the facts about organ and tissue
Our new computer system
Patients using the Practice over the last month will have noticed we have installed a new computer system. We thank you for your patience while our staff master the functions of the new system.
Welcome
We welcome back Dr. Candice Baker who returns from maternity leave. Candice will be available on Fridays and Saturday mornings. We also welcome Dr. Kavitha Suresh, a registrar who will be with us for a year. Kavitha is a qualified doctor doing advanced training in General Practice.
donation; Decide and register your donation decision on the Australian Organ Donor Register; Discuss your donation decision with close family and friends.
Don’t delay calling 000
“One organ and tissue donor can transform the lives of 10 or more people.”
When in need of urgent medical attention do not waste time - call for an ambulance immediately. Medical emergencies require ambulance response. Some examples include: • Heart attack – may be indicated by chest pain (of varying severity) or other symptoms. • Stroke – this needs to be dealt with FAST: Face/mouth may be droopy; both Arms may not be able to be lifted; Speech may be slurred; or other symptoms may be present. Time is critical: with any one of these signs call an ambulance on 000. When in doubt do NOT wait - call for an ambulance.
Dr Richard Bills, says “It’s important to discuss your decision with family and other loved ones and to register that decision. This helps family members be confident in supporting the decisions of loved ones, should the situation arise.” In Australia, consent to donate is given by families in 91% of cases when the donor is registered compared with only 42% where the donor is not registered and the family does not know their wishes regarding organ donation. Once again we will have a table you can visit – it’s situated in the reception area in our old building. At this table Michelle Minchew, a DonateLife volunteer, will be available to answer your questions, provide further information, assist with registration or pick up some free merchandise. You don’t need to be a patient of the clinic - just pop in. Everyone is welcome. Brooke St. Medical Centre – tel. (03) 5427 1002 page 10
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Spring – just around the corner! Don’t let the drab weather get you down! Jump online now and browse the latest events at Duneira, Mt Macedon this spring: www.duneira.com.au.
With extra events, including a wide-range of concerts (some are free!), book and literary events, discussions on art and politics, two well-known Australians ‘On the Couch’ and the most wonderful spring display of bluebells in the region, there’s something for everyone. Events run from August through to December. Or perhaps you need a venue for a meeting, wedding, event or just want to tour the House? Call us to find out more about how you can have a special event or private tour at Duneira, Mt Macedon. 5426 1490, 9am-3pm, Mon to Thurrs.
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Cancer support in the Macedon Ranges The Macedon Ranges Cancer Support Group invites all those impacted by cancer – from those with a diagnosis to friends and carers – to come together in a warm, friendly environment every month to share their experiences. The winter season focuses on the theme of the “mind body connection” and how the physical and mental aspects of cancer are very much connected. On Wednesday June 27 guest speaker, Margot Field, will discuss the mind body connection, followed by discussion time over tea and coffee (1pm to 3pm at Macedon Ranges Health, 5 Neal street Gisborne). On Wednesday August 31, the group will hold a complimentary screening of the documentary, The Connection, at Barringo Food and Wine’s fabulous cinema in New Gisborne (RSVPs are essential due to limited seating). Research by the Cancer Council of New South Wales shows that people who take part in support groups have a greater sense of wellbeing and lower levels of anxiety and depression than those who don’t. The Macedon Ranges Cancer Support Group – a community collaboration between ITAV and Macedon Ranges Health – came from a call to action from the community, co-facilitator Jenny Lonergan says. “It’s about working together with the community, understanding everyone’s needs and what we can do to support the people we live next door to. Ms Lonergan—who has dedicated her life to community work – is expanding ITAV’s reach to offer services such as a community biography program, which gives people at the end of their lives an opportunity to record their personal stories. When asked why she contributes to so many community causes, Ms Lonergan’s answer is short and simple: “without community we have nothing.” To RSVP to a Macedon Ranges Cancer Support Group session, please contact Jenny at committee.itavcc@ gmail.com or Jane on 0412 094 089 Stay tuned for more information on our Spring Season sessions. Submitted by Jane Lindhe
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Local Indian Myna Action Indian Mynas are introduced birds that are known to chase away native wildlife and take all the breeding spots of hollow-nesting birds such as rosellas and kookaburras, and small mammals like sugar gliders. With the support of Woodend Landcare, the Macedon Ranges Indian Myna Action Group (MRIMAG) has been running for three years aiming to reduce the local Myna populations. It is currently operating across nine towns in the Macedon Ranges (Woodend, Newham, Kyneton, Malmsbury, Gisborne, Macedon, Lancefield, Riddells Creek and Romsey) with 226 traps spread across the program. Total catch numbers to date stand at around 4650 birds, with 2250 caught in the last 12 months. Woodend trappers have recorded 1472 mynas trapped in the past three years. This is a remarkable achievement towards the elimination of the pest species. Similar encouraging catch numbers are occurring elsewhere across the Shire, with Lancefield being a standout. They joined in May 2015 and have caught 745 birds in their first year. We’d like to thank the coordinators of the program for their on-going interest and involvement.
We’d especially like to acknowledge the contribution of Ron Fink in his tireless dedication to this local issue. Most pleasing always is the feedback that native birdlife increases when the Myna numbers reduce. MRIMAG has an ever-increasing focus on community education to prevent mynas breeding. Here is a few simple tips you can do in your backyard to control Indian Mynas: ●● Limit access to food. Feed pets indoors, or clear away when they've finished. Don’t leave compost or rubbish bins uncovered as Mynas like to scavenge ●● Make sure that Indian Mynas do not have access to feed intended for your livestock. Where possible, feed livestock only as much as they need at the time, cover the feed bins and clean up any spills ●● Plant native shrubs to reduce open grassy areas in gardens. Submitted by Krista Patterson-Majoor
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Following a brief Annual General Meeting on the August 19, Newham Landcare welcomes as Guest Speaker Professor David Karoly from Melbourne University. Professor Karoly is an internationally recognised expert on atmospheric physics and the changing world climate. He comes to us to help us understand the causes of climate change, the degree to which humans are responsible and how future policy decisions might affect climate outcomes. The title of Professor Karoly’s talk is: Climate change: where are we now and where are we heading? Join us on Friday August 19 at Newham Mechanics Institute Hall from 7.45pm. (Informal gathering 7.00; AGM 7.30; Guest Speaker at 7.45. A light supper and coffee will follow. To assist in catering RSVP to Penny Roberts by Friday August 12: mobile 0418 369 837 or email: penroberts@bigpond. com. All welcome! (For non-members of Newham Landcare a gold coin in the plate at the door would be appreciated). Submitted by Jim Sansom
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Sausage making & smallgoods Wishes to thank everyone for their amazing sup appreciation course
patronage over our first month. Saturday August 13 2016: 10.30am to 2pm. Our dream has finally come true and your feedb Uncle’s Smallgoods has been producing traditionally Wishes thank everyone for their amazing sup wood smoked hams, bacons and sausages for over to has custom been extremely positive and grat NEW MENU 20 years. Proud to be doing things the old fashioned patronage over our first month. way; by hand; using time honoured methods, real inand your feedb dream has finallycoming come true Australian hardwood smoke, only naturalOur and local We also wish to thank our wonderful staff, wh ingredients with an uncompromised approach to custom has been extremely positive and gra freshness. From local Daylesford paddocks, the their best August to work every day. with Uncle’s Smallgoods at Ida Red Macedon,
Farmers Larder will be providing the free-range pork. The experience offers Weand also wish to thank our wonderful staff, wh ●● Discover the world of smallgoods, smoking We are thoroughly enjoying working with yo sausage making with the boys from Uncle’s. their best to work every day. ●● Learn how to pump out sausages under the supervision of Uncle’s head Smallgoods maker. ●● Enjoy a smallgoods degustation sampling how Opening Hours: Thursday – Monday 8.00am-4.30pm We are thoroughly enjoying working with yo various preparation techniques, smoking methods Closed –Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Monday & 8.00am – 4.30pm impact taste and texture. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday ●● Finish with a smallgoods inspired meal that pays homage to Uncle’s eastern European roots. Opening Hours: Thursday – Monday 8.00am-4.30p ●● Take home your own fresh sausage and salumi and Closed Tuesday & Wednesday a voucher to Uncle’s Smokehouse Delicatessen in 112 High Street, Woodend Vic. 3442 112 High Street, Woodend Dandenong. Ph: (03) 5427 1133 Tickets are $160 per person, covering participation 5427 1133 | café@paysanne.com.au Email: café@paysanne.com.au in sausage and salumi making course, coffee/tea on arrival, antipasto platters, wood fire oven pizza with 112 High Street, Woodend Vic. 3442 sausage and or salumi Ph: (03) 5427 1133
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•Wine • The two wines reviewed this month are a bit of an anomaly, they are current release wines but have been held by the winery for extended cellaring prior to release. This is a luxury not afforded to many wines and represents a unique opportunity to enjoy perfectly cellared wine when someone else has had the patience to cellar it for you ! 2006 Cope Williams Chardonnay This is the current release Chardonnay from Cope Williams, which is amazing given it is now 10 years old! A straw yellow in colour with a mature nose of honeyed fig, the palate has a fine line of acidity with a slate, and mineral aspect that does well to balance the richer stone fruits and guava, the finish is powdery and textural. The wine is in a good place now but will hold and evolve further over the next couple of years. Rated: 90 | Drink: 2016 - 2020 |Price: $20 Website: www.copewilliams.com.au
2002 Domaine Epis ‘The Williams Vineyard’ Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Produced from Epis’s Kyneton vineyard which today has vines that are pushing half a century. You are met with a wonderfully mature nose of leathery blackberry, cigar box and background damp earth. The palate is elegant with finely filamented cassis fruit, pencil shaving oak and touch of richer chocolate notes which are amply supported by fully resolved tannins. This wine is at it's peak with primary fruits still holding, yet complex and subtle secondary characters making themselves known.
Barry Jones AO introduces his latest book at Flint Hill Meet and hear Barry Jones AO up close and personal, as he talks about his latest book The Shock of Recognition, accompanied by musical excerpts, in the private lounge-room of Sir Rod Carnegie’s Flint Hill. This event is a fundraiser for the Woodend Winter Arts Festival and is hosted by the WWAF Foundation, with very special thanks to Sir Rod Carnegie. Tickets are $45 each, strictly limited seats available. Bookings essential, no door sales. Sunday August 21, 2.30–3.30pm, Flint Hill, Romsey Rd, Woodend. Tickets from www.trybooking. com/LTRQ.
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Whether it’s a school fete, fun run, wine festival, music event or cycling competition, if you’re an event organiser in the Macedon Ranges you’re invited to attend Council’s free Event Planning workshop on Monday 15 August in Gisborne. The workshop is designed to support event organisers and equip them with the tools necessary to successfully plan and run events and festivals in the shire. Held from 5pm–7pm at Council’s Administration Centre at 40 Robertson Street in Gisborne, the evening offers information on everything you need to know about making your event successful, sustainable and compliant within the Macedon Ranges. Workshop participants will be able to talk directly with Council officers on a range of topics relevant to event organisation including promotion, permits, liquor licences, risk and traffic management and more. Come along and make new connections with local organisers, Council representatives and event related businesses, while enjoying local wines and produce. To book, visit mrsc.vic.gov. au/business-events. For further information call Bridgette O’Brien on 5421 9521 or email bobrien@mrsc.vic.gov.au.
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August
7 Kyneton Ridge Estate – Cruisy Afternoon 10 ABC Open at Woodend Library 13 St Mary’s Street Stall: 9am – 12noon 13 Chamber Poets at The Chamber café 13-14 Pokemon Hunt at Cope-Williams winery 15 The New Woodend Star submissions due 15 Event planning workshop at Gisborne 19 Community lunch at Woodend Neighbourhood 19 Guest speaker – at Newham Mechanics 17 St Mary’s Guild’s Knit and Natter 19 Community lunch at Woodend Neighbourhood 20-26 Children’s Book Week 25 MRSC Youth Awards Night 29 Macedon Ranges Running Club – program
September 4 4 10 11 11 11 11 15 18 21 21 25
Fathers Day Kyneton Ridge Estate – Cruisy Afternoon St Mary’s Street Stall: 9am – 12noon Guided House Tour with Music at Duneira Katherine Brabon at Duneira The Ferrante Phenomenon at Duneira Sarah Illuminado at Duneira The New Woodend Star submissions due Guided House Tour with Music at Duneira St Mary’s Guild’s Knit and Natter Barry Jones AO at Flint Hill Guided House Tour with Music at Duneira
October 7 8 15 19
Junior Netball season commences St Mary’s Street Stall: 9am – 12noon The New Woodend Star submissions due St Mary’s Guild’s Knit and Natter
November 5 12 15 16
Newham Garden Club Plant Sale St Mary’s Street Stall: 9am – 12noon The New Woodend Star submissions due St Mary’s Guild’s Knit and Natter
December 10
St Mary’s Street Stall: 9am – 12noon
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COMMUNITY GROUPS AND SERVICES Alcoholics Anonymous, Friday night, Cobaw Community Centre, 0409 131 144 Ashbourne Landcare Group,meetings and working bees: Robin, 54271107 Australian Breastfeeding Association, Mariette, 5427 2031 Cobaw Thursday Walking Group 5427 3340 Daylight Masonic Lodge, 5427 2480 1st Woodend Scout Group, 5427 2848, Leisa 0429 331 695 Friends of Macedon Ranges Library, Sheila/Don 5427 3644 Garden Club, 5422 6062 / 5427 3340 Kyneton Municipal Band, PO Box 57 Kyneton, 3444 Lancefield–Macedon Ranges, Relay For Life, Kathy 0419 644 688 Living Word Christian Church, 5429 6327 Historical Society, Courthouse, 5427 2523 Macedon Ranges Art Trail Nadine 0439 399 838 Macedon Ranges & District Motor Club, 10 Webb Cres, New Gisborne 1st Wednesday each month 8pm Macedon Ranges Amateur Radio Club Graeme 0418 838 300 Macedon Ranges Animal Aid, Buffalo Sports Stadium, 5427 1752 Macedon Ranges Bridge Club, 5427 1884 Macedon Ranges Families of Children with Disabilities Support Group, 5427 3365 Macedon Ranges Residents Assc., 5427 1481 or 5427 2651 Macedon Ranges Photographic Society, Ron Mathews, 5427 3284 Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group info@mrsgonline.org.au Parent Support 4 LD, Kerrie 0414 432 158 R.S.L., Anslow Street, 5427 3122 Red Cross, 0439 657 377 Rotary Club of Woodend, meetings weekly at Vic Hotel Thurs 6.45pm, 0409 439 046 St. Mary’s Guild, 11am, 4th Wed. 5422 2942 St. Mary’s Street Stall, 9–12 noon (2nd Sat of the month) Woodend & District Probus, 5427 2003 or 5427 2483 Woodend Art Group, Railway Station, 5427 1659 Woodend Bee Friendly Society, 3rd Sunday, 0408 578 032 Woodend Business & Tourism Group woodendtraders@gmail.com Woodend Landcare: Meetings and weekend working bees: Jo 5427 1909 Thursday Crew: Stewart 5427 4615 Woodend Hanging Rock Petanque Club, Hanging Rock Reserve, 5420 7595 Woodend Lions Club, Meetings 2nd/4th Wednesday each month, Barry McDonald, 5427 1272 Woodend Neighbourhood House, 47 Forest St, 5427 1845 Woodend Playgroup 0467 093 878 Woodend Pony Club, 5427 2793 Woodend Senior Citizens Club, Comm. Centre Woodend SES Training Nights Monday, Urquhart St Woodend Tennis Club Laura 0408 881 763 Woodend Winter Arts Festival Inc., info@wwaf.org.au
Ian Marks Liquor 8554 0540 Mort & Pestle 5427 4500 Woodend Pizza & Pasta 5427 3777 Collier Office & Business Assist and Woodend Copy Centre 5427 3092 Pets Haven 5427 3603 Mitre—10 Woodend Hardware 5427 2314 Antiques in Woodend 0407 822 511 Noodle Dynasty 5427 4880 BP Woodend 5427 2248 Coles Supermarket 5427 2377 Target Country 5427 8500 Macedon Ranges Travel Services 5427 4777 Kosmac & Clemens: Optometrists 5427 4577 Alissa Kate Skin. Body. Beauty. Hair. 5427 3822 Salvos Stores 5427 4421 Loose Change Bargains 5427 4466 Australia Post 5427 2600 Feeling Framed 5427 4455 Blissful Soul 0408 364 496 HIGH STREET SHOPS Color Me Cooper 5427 1454 Chelleon For Hair 5427 3246 RT Edgar Real Estate 5427 1222 Milko Cafe 5427 2274 The New Woodend Star / August 2016
SMSF’s and related party lending A related party limited recourse borrowing arrangement (LRBA) is a loan between a non-bank (related party) and a SMSF for acquisition of property or listed security to be held in the SMSF. Trustees of SMSF’s that currently have a LRBA in place for a property or listed security need to ensure that these LRBA’s are in line with the new safe harbour provisions set out by the tax office in relation to: -
Interest Rate Term of Loan Maximum Loan-to-value ratio Security Nature & frequency of payments Loan agreements
Where a LRBA is not in line with the safe harbour provisions, trustees have the options to: -
Change the terms so they are consistent with arms length dealing by 31 January 2017 Bring the LRBA to an end by 31 January 2017 Refinance to a commercial lender by 31 January 2017
The tax office has advised trustees of SMSF’s have until 31 January 2017 to ensure their LRBA is in line with the safe harbour provisions, including correcting their treatment during the year ended 30 June 2016.
Should you wish to discuss further please feel free to contact Andrew Marshall or Janine Orpwood on 5427 8100 for an initial consultation.
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The challenges of using a white cane Due to declining eyesight I have recently started training to get a guide dog from Guide Dogs Victoria, which will give me more independence in getting around, instead of having to rely totally on my wife Angela which I have done for many years. This training is quite challenging, I must learn with the aid of a white cane to navigate my way into and out of Woodend by different routes. The cane helps to keep me on a safe path of travel, helps me detect obstacles and landmarks, and it also alerts other people to the fact I am vision impaired. Training will improve my knowledge of the layout of the town to be able to tell a guide dog which direction I want to go. It takes a while to develop the correct technique and to gain the confidence to rely entirely on the white cane to provide safe passage when eyesight will no longer do the job. During my training walks I have discovered that Woodend is not very pedestrian friendly, that there are many safety issues when crossing roads that are hazardous for everyone, but particularly for blind or visually impaired pedestrians. I am told that many of these safety issues can be resolved, and that funding is available to do so. I’m glad to report that the Macedon Ranges Shire council, together with VicRoads are looking at what can be done to resolve the problems facing me.
I am amazed by the number of pedestrians who do not seem to understand that a person using a white cane may not be able to see and avoid them. continues on page 20
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I have had to contend with people barging out of shops mindless of my attempt to navigate along the footpath in front of them. There are others walking towards me who seem to expect me to get out of their way, which generally I cannot do. The next time you see a person using a white cane, assume that that person cannot see you and move out of their way, and perhaps say hello to give them warning that you are approaching, which I am sure will be gratefully appreciated. Most people give me ample space when they see me walking towards them with my white cane, however the minority are not as considerate, or are preoccupied on their phones. I use a white cane to assist me with mobility because I have very low vision, and often, dependent upon the lighting I cannot see other people so I may not be able to move out of the path of another pedestrian until it is too late. It is appropriate to say hello to a vision impaired person to let them know of your presence, but otherwise it is helpful to give us some space when we are using our white cane. Some people are however very helpful and will ask me if I need their assistance, which I sometimes do and I appreciate their interest in my welfare. Talking about help, there have been times when I am waiting to cross a road and a motorist will stop and wave me forward, which unfortunately I cannot see their hand signal. This leaves both of us in an awkward moment waiting for the other to move. Perhaps after reading this article motorists may feel confident to lower their window and tell me I am safe to cross the road if that is the case, I would find this a great help.
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Newham Garden Club Plant Sale Saturday November 5
Newham Garden Club is once again holding its renowned plant sale to raise funds for Newham & District community projects. This unique biennial event attracts plant lovers from far and wide. This year we have expanded the plant range on offer as well as added some beautiful garden related goods; handmade cards, unique gifts & locally made preserves. Plants are locally propagated and all products are made by a hardworking group of volunteers. There will be a “Newham Pig Grotto” set up in Wesley Park next to the Newham Hall for our younger gardeners as well as a plaster pig-painting workshop on the day. So if you are after a special Christmas gift or just some bargain priced natives, flowering plants, vegetables and herbs, come along and join the fun. Tea /coffee/cool drinks, scrumptious scones, slices & savouries will also be available at the Garden Café.
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to all my customers past and present, employees and their families.
Denise Grantham celebrates 20 years of continuous business (1996-2016) in Woodend. This achievement would not have been possible without your support and continued patronage. Most importantly love and thanks to my husband Michael and kids, Natalie, Lauren, Katrina and Nick. You know what you've done! To celebrate, Maloa House Gourmet Delights is offering
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Neighbourhood House School holidays are just around the corner and we’re offering a brand-new Art Merges Science program run by qualified teacher and zoologist Kate McCabe. This program is designed to engage pre-school and primary aged school children in STEAM: Science Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths. The junior scientist (3.5 to 5 years), rainbows & fairies (6-12 years) and robots & rockets (6-12 years) classes will run both weeks of the school holidays on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays. Full details and enrolments are on our website www.woodendnh.org.au. As the end of the financial year approaches we are excited to share the news that Neighbourhood Houses across Australia have now been granted Deductable Gift Recipient (DGR) status. This means that any donation of $100 or more to a Neighbourhood House is tax deductable. If you would like to make a donation or would like to learn more, you’ll find full details on our website or drop in and see Angela or Karlana. Don’t forget you’ve got an idea for a course, workshop or service the House could provide for the Woodend Community drop in and see us – no idea is too out there!
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Wooded Art Group Term 3 at the Woodend Art Group promises to be a hive of activity with three workshops planned so far. The Archibald entry by Daniel Butterworth (our popular portrait workshop tutor), has been selected as a finalist in this years’ famous national Portrait Prize. (Congratulations Daniel from your loyal band of dedicated students. ) And, as it happens – there are two Daniel Butterworth workshops scheduled for this term. Portrait – August 6, and still life – August 27. The cost for each is $75 with classes running from 10 am – 4 pm. These workshops fill fast, more details on www.woodendartgroup.com.au. Another award winning artist and popular workshop tutor- printmaker Tim Jones, has kindly agreed to conduct another of wood engraving workshops. Taking bookings now for September 3. It’s highly recommended you book early for this one – details Jennifer 5427 4148. Submitted by J Barnett for Woodend Art Group
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Woodend Wine Store Presents
A NIGHT WITH ONE OF THE GREATEST NAMES IN AUSTRALIAN WINE
Join us in The Lounge at The Woodend Wine Store, for a private masterclass as we explore wines from this iconic Australian producer. Tickets are $50 and include a light supper, unique opportunity to attend a guided tasting of Henscke wines, including an exclusive tasting of the iconic ‘Hill of Grace’ Numbers are limited, call or email to reserve tickets Discounts for orders received on the night Thursday 20th October 7:30 – 9:30pm
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Learning new techniques with Rotary’s Cooking Demonstations
Last month the Macedon Ranges Cooking Demonstrations guided locals through the ins and outs of salami making. Led by local Rotarian, Daniel Rigoni, attendees were guided in the fine art of sausage and salami making, the whole hog! We would love to take this opportunity to thank everyone who attended, a fantastic day of food, food and even more food was enjoyed by all. Thank’s also to our event sponsors: Black Forest Meats, Mort & Pestle, Woodend RSL and Woodend Wine Store, please support our local businesses. Join us for our next event as we demonstrate cheese-making skills that will get you started at home. You will learn about the equipment needed, seasoning, cultures and shaping cheeses, all the skills you'll need to make your own cheese. A set lunch will be provided inspired by the day's demo with wine included.
Romsey Wild Pokemon Hunt
At Cope-Williams Winery | August 13-14 With Pokemon Go quickly becoming the most popular game in mobile app history, it didn’t take long for kids of all ages to get hooked like a Magikarp. The aim is simple, to be the very best trainer and catch all the Pokemon that exist. The game is not without its hazards though! In the protected surrounds of the Cope-Williams Estate at Romsey you can let the kids (whatever their age) run free while you view the brand-new gallery curated by Neil McLeod, sip on award-winning sparkling or mulled wine by the log fires or enjoy a bistro lunch in the dining room. All weekend our resident Pokemon trainer will be lighting the incense, mapping the best spots to catch ‘em all on the cricket oval and amongst the vines and making sure the first Romsey Wild Pokemon Hunt is a fun, relaxing and safe event for kids and kidults alike, with special prizes for capturing rare and powerful Pokemon and Pokemon hunt badges. Find the event on Facebook, Meetup and Google or just come along on the weekend of 13th and 14th of August at CopeWilliams Winery and Gallery, 160 Glenfern Road, Romsey.
Tickets will sell fast at only $49. October 8, 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Bookings from https://www.trybooking.com/LUEH.
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Come and Play Junior Netball in Woodend in Summer! The Woodend District Netball Club is running its Term 4 Junior Netball Competition again in 2016 Games will be played outdoors at Buffalo Stadium on Friday afternoons, starting at 4pm and finishing up by about 8pm. Age groups range from 9 & under up to 17 & under (for the older kids, a full team needs to be registered). It’s a great, relaxed, local competition, we often run a barbeque, and sometimes it’s even balmy and warm on a Friday night! Season dates are Friday October 7 – Friday 9 December (finals night), not including long weekends. To register online, go to wdnc.sportzvault.com/ where you’ll find more information about age groups and fees. Discounted early bird registrations start August 1 and all registrations close September 9.
For the beginners, we are also running the Net Set Go NET Program. This is designed for 5-7 year olds and is a great way to learn skills before playing in a netball competition. This program will be held on Saturday mornings from 9-10am indoors at Buffalo Stadium. Season dates are Saturday October 8 to Saturday December 10, not including long weekends. To register online, go to wdnc.sportzvault.com/. Registrations open August 1 and close September 9. Be quick, only 25 places available. Submitted by A Foerster for the Woodend District Netball Club
Spring into Shape with Running
Macedon Ranges Running Club (MRRC) is pleased to announce the start of its spring running program in August. Starting at all MRRC branches including, Gisborne, Kyneton, Lancefield/Romsey, Macedon, Riddells Creek and Woodend, the ‘start running program’ is an ideal way to begin running, shed the winter kilos and meet new friends in a friendly social environment. Woodend Start Running Group
As part of club membership, the 13 week program is available at Woodend, beginning on Monday 29 August 2016. The Start Running Group (SRG) group meets every Monday & Wednesday at 6.30pm and 7am Sunday at Gibert Gordon Oval, Woodend. Over the first 8 weeks, you will be eased into running with the club’s popular plan to achieve a non-stop milestone celebration 5km run. On completion you will have the chance to take your newly gained fitness to the next level, as there is an option to extend another 5 weeks to complete the full 13 week program with a milestone 10km non-stop run. From completing the 10km run, you can still build on your running fitness by enjoying further club programs which are designed to help runners enjoy external events at various distances. The choice is yours and you will be surprised at what you can achieve. Benefits of MRRC Membership
As a unique network of community branches, Macedon Ranges Running Club can offer its members choice of six locations, days and times to meet up and run with a group. Club membership is great value at only a nominal $10 for individuals or $15 for families. Not only do members receive access to the club’s popular seasonal running programs; membership also provides a support network for runners through a Facebook page, a monthly newsletter and generous discounts available to members from the clubs sponsors/partners. Come along get Involved!
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The club welcomes all levels and abilities; whether you are new to running or a seasoned athlete the club is here to help you reach your goals. You can join the club either by simply registering online or in person at one of the branch sessions. For further information simply email the club macedonrangesrc@gmail.com or visit our website www. macedonrangesrunningclub.com for session times/dates/ contacts. Alternatively, contact Woodend Coordinator Janine 0400 727 474 for an informal chat. Submitted by S Ingram
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When a middle-aged man greets you while wearing a purple leopard skin cowboy hat it’s reasonable to assume you’ve stumbled on a swingers party. But no. This was the Woodend-Hesket Masters’ fourth game of the season, and second home game, to take on Moorabool and old mate Bushy was geared for a big day out. What happens in Macedon after dark, however, is open for speculation. With a TV camera there to film a story on the club for Off The Bench TV, the bearded one was primed for making his ascension from radio to TV. And disappoint he did not. A depleted Moorabool side saw the Hawks’ oversized bench and grabbed a few players to even the load. The wet ground made for a slow and physical game, and with Hawks lining up on both sides the onfield chatter was amusing, and often unprintable. With an interview before the game and wearing a mic so any onfield banter could be heard someone forgot to tell Bushy the opposition wore blue and that Milko Matt was a teammate, and a teammate actually playing for the Hawks. As Matt attempted to clear the across half back, Bushy wrapped him up and crushed his foot. “I was only trying to give him a hug,” was Bushy’s explanation. As the camera’s rolled a great game unraveled with the Hawks drawing first blood. American Dave almost brought the house down when a snap on goal for his first ever major just missed. Also mic’d for the cameras for some comedy gold was resident funny man Des Dowling. With Des’s on-field commentary fuelling the TV feature, Taddy dragged him. The Tin Man got his five minutes of fame when he almost got a possession later, but overran the ball and put his renowned turning circle of a cattle truck into action. Woody maintained his consistency to limp off and apply an ice pack. Fordey showed signs of a broken hand early in the first quarter, but that didn’t stop him diving on the ball and taking off at every opportunity like a kelpie on ice. The Hawks hit halftime in front but the swap of jumpers again saw our players join the Crocs while others returned. Continued on page 28
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Hawks vs Crocs
A first half best-on-ground effort saw Jock Allan switch colours and join the Crocs to give his teammates a run. If you want a lesson in where to find the footy, play on Jock. If you want a lesson in how a defibrillator works, play on Jock. Just saying! The Hawks went to sleep in the third quarter, blowing a 14-point lead for a four-point deficit. Five minutes into the fourth quarter Bocca was shot in the calf by some bastard hiding on the grassy knoll. He limped off with help from the trainers. A last quarter goal fest should’ve ensued, but instead it was a show of inaccuracy with the hawks peppering the points. Tim Chew starred on the day with four goals and a punch to the head. But the hero of the day was Nils Moojen. Kiwi’s plea to Taddy of “don’t put me at full forward in case I cost you the game” was duly ignored and the big fella took a strong mark and slotted the winning goal. Mick Woodberry took a screamer in the dying minutes only to kick a howler, missing a goal. It was noted later. Jason Koliba dominated back pocket and a broken hand didn’t stop him playing the whole game, nor washing our jumpers. However, a late night swelling saw him scoot off to the docs to confirm his drinking hand was busted. With the cameras on the Hawks, the huddle in the rooms saw us sing our song. Still not ARIA worthy, but a bloody good rendition all the same.
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WOODEND B WLING CLUB NEWS A Modern Game With A Long History
In the summer of 1588, the legend goes, Sir Francis Drake, started the game that we now call ‘lawn bowls’ with a game for his crew on the deck of his ship using canon balls. The game did not last long as the Spanish armada had sailed up as they were playing. Rounded stones found in Egyptian tombs are thought by some to prove that ‘bowls’ was played around the same time the wheel was invented, in about 5000BC. The Southhampton Old Bowling Green, established in 1299, is thought to be the oldest green in the world, and is still played on today, over 800 years later. In Shakespeare’s King Richard II, the Queen asks her retinue what sport they can play to lighten the mood … “Madam, we’ll play at bowls”, one her ladies replied. The modern game grew rapidly in the late 20th century, especially in Australia where it was one of the country’s largest participant sports. In fact, in recent years there have been more than 500,000 people, of all ages, playing lawn bowls, including pennant, social, corporate and schools participants. Lawn bowling in the 21st century is both colourful and competitive, and is no longer the ‘older persons’ game that many people believe. In fact, most of the leading male and female players in the Australian ‘Jackaroos’ teams and in their 20s, 30s and 40s. with some players, like Kyneton’s Chloe Stewart, being chosen successfully in the national team as a teenager. There are also more ‘fun’ versions of the game such as barefoot bowls and Jack Attack, which is the bowling version of cricket’s T20. The Woodend Bowling Club is always looking for new members, young and not-so-young. For further information please call me on 0409 093 935 or email: admin@woodendbowls.club.com. For barefoot bowls bookings please email: bookings@woodendbowlsclub.com. And you can follow us on Facebook.
Submitted by Mike Dornau, President Woodend Bowling Club Inc.
The dangers of hoarding and squalor
Over the past few years, the CFA has been increasingly recognising hoarding and squalor as common features in fires and other emergencies. Hoarding can pose significant risks, not only to residents but also to CFA fire fighters attending premises. What is hoarding? Hoarding is the persistent accumulation of and lack of ability to relinquish large numbers of objects or living animals. It results in extreme clutter in and around premises, compromising the intended use of premises and threatens the health and safety of people concerned, animals and neighbours. Hoarding is a progressive and chronic condition. The effects of hoarding can be apparent inside or outside the house or a combination of both. Commonly hoarded items include personal papers, newspapers, clothing, furniture, appliances, household rubbish, animals and hard rubbish. What is squalor? Squalor is an unsanitary living environment that has arisen from extreme/prolonged neglect. It poses substantial health and safety risks to people or animals residing in the affected premises as well as others in the community. Hoarding and squalor can exist in isolation or at the same time. The fire risks Fires in hoarding homes increase risks to the occupants, their neighbours and firefighters because: • Non-functional gas or electricity may result in unsafe practices for cooking and heating, this combined with high fuel loads provides greater opportunity for fire ignition. • Possessions blocking exits and narrowing internal pathways impedes escape for the occupant and access for firefighters. • Accumulation of possessions results in an abnormally high fuel load, creating excessive smoke and fire conditions, and possible structural collapse. Thanks again to Woodend Rotary At the Woodend CFA’s July monthly meeting, Woodend Rotary President Josephine Falzarano and outgoing President Grand Hocking made a special presentation of yet another donation to the brigade. Woodend Rotary has donated very generously over many years, and the money has always been put to good use with the purchase or new and upgraded equipment. Thank you, Woodend Rotary. For further information contact Captain Mick Christie on 0419 870 601 or 1st Lieutenant Mike Dornau on 0409 093 935, Woodend CFA on 5427 2356, visit the station in Urquhart Street or our website: www.woodendcfa.org.
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This was the banner on the first copy of the Woodend Star published on Tuesday 4th September 1888. It was printed and published by Boydhouse & Pirani at their printing office, Collier Street, Woodend. At the bottom of the page are some of the advertisements that appeared in this issue. The opening statement of intention was as follows: “A WORD ABOUT OURSELVES To-day, if we may be permitted to judge, Woodend is better off than it was yesterday, for to-day it has a paper of its own. The first issue of the WOODEND STAR is herewith
presented to our subscribers, in the hope that it will prove as acceptable to them as we have striven to make it. Of course, in preparing the first number of any paper there is always considerable amount of work and worry which may be expected to have a prejudicial effect upon the sheet produced. Like everybody else similarly placed we have experienced these preliminary difficulties but, at the same time, let it be distinctly understood, we do not desire to make them the foundation for excuse... We set out no line of politics which we intend pursuing, it being rather our desire to take up an impartial
and independent stand; but, when called upon to speak on questions affecting the town and district, the STAR will speak with no uncertain sound. Of course it is not supposed for one moment that our views will always be in accord with those of every individual reader—that would be too happy a state of things to exist even in easy-going, contented Woodend; but we shall at all times to be willing to give full publicity to every side of a question... This then is the platform of the WOODEND STAR the advancement of the district and the welfare of the community at large. We desire to provide a “real, live paper” and are satisfied to perseveringly and conscientiously labour: For the future in the distance; and the good that we can do.
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Woodend-Hesket Masters players close in on a Moorabool Crocs player. Picture: Vaderkip Photography
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Woodend’s creative writing group | Front row: Alice, Finley, Mary, Minnie, Myron Back row: Wendy, Jenny, Ben Photo by Jade Pisani
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