Issue No 117
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April 2017
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St Brigid's students enthusiastically support the anti-bullying message as they march along Hamilton Street on March 17.
Picture : Chris Fleming
Schools stand up against bullying Local schools held special events around the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence for schools in March. St Brigid’s held a whole school activity day on March 17 that included various activities in which the children had the opportunity to reflect on the harmful
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effects of bullying and the many ways that bystanders can get involved to stop it. The day concluded with a whole school walk through central Gisborne complete with banners and chants, designed to raise community awareness of the issue. See more on St Brigid’s activity day in their
school report on page 25. At Holy Cross Primary School, students participated in a range of activities on March 16 that taught them how they could stop bullying in school and the wider community. Wristbands with the focus message of the day, ‘Take a stand together – bullying no
way’, were distributed and proudly worn. The day ended with students having a shared lunch in their cross-age ‘Friendly Faces Group’. Gisborne Secondary College students held activities in the same vein in March led by their Pride group. (Report p26)
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Strong lilies Belladonna lilies have popped up in my neighbourhood, often in the most unexpected places. I love the surprise element and the way they stand tall and proud, beautiful in their determination. Another determined Lily – local downhill skier Lily Tomkinson – reports this month on her experience in March at the Junior World Championships in Sweden. Lily’s personal account on page 38 is fascinating and I thank her for writing it for us. I also wish her luck chasing the Austrians! Work experience This month we had the help of work experience student Zoe Long for one week in the GREAT office. It was a delight to show her the different elements of the Gazette, see her contribute readily on many fronts, and meet a young person who loves to write. Her short report on her week is below. Busy month on the Mount The turning leaves are expected to again attract many visitors to our area, especially around Mount Macedon. New traffic regulations outlined on page 5 will be trialled to help manage the influx. Many gardens will be open to the public for extended hours and have generously invited community groups to run barbecues to benefit from the boom. Happy reading. Corinne
WORK EXPERIENCE AT THE GAZETTE Zoe Long (pictured) writes about her week at the Gazette. I chose to do my week of work experience at the Gisborne Gazette. Over my week in the GREAT Centre, I have learnt how the Gazette is run and put together, how the GREAT organisation works, what the volunteers do on a daily basis, and how the Gazette is formatted and edited. Some of the work I have done includes writing for the April edition of the Gazette, proofreading and editing other pages and articles, organising the book exchange around the centre, and taking a survey of new masthead designs for the Gazette. I thoroughly enjoyed my week of work experience at the Gisborne Gazette, as I was able to learn more about something I am interested in. Thank you to all the volunteers who made my week a great one.
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The Gazette Team Editor: Corinne Shaddock
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Councillors have been very active this month moving through the Shire speaking to the community about where to invest local public money to sustain our rural way of life. Greener, cleaner, more sustainable approaches to council business. Stronger, clearer planning rules. Protection for the natural environment. Better use and maintenance of public assets. More support for our invaluable and diverse volunteer groups. Greater attention to grass roots community facilities. These are all key themes. In April, the draft council budget will be ready for your review and input. Living within our means and choosing wisely about where to invest to support health, wellbeing and local businesses to thrive will be important. These are hard decisions for us all to make. I reach out to you to help identify the right areas to target investment so that the strategy for where our money is spent is productive for the whole community. We look forward to continuing to share your ideas, your challenges and your recommendations to make the next four years of investment a good, sensible contribution to sustainable Macedon Ranges business and country life.
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Cafe owner supports local charities Matthew Bacon, proprietor of 3 Little Pigs in Aitken Street, Gisborne, has established a ‘buy or exchange a book’ scheme at his cafe and through it has raised more than $1,000 for local charities. Last month Matthew presented $300 cheques to the “One Day to Conquer Cancer” initiative and to the mental health support group PS My Family Matters. With the help of his customers who pay a small fee to buy or exchange books, he hopes to similarly raise funds for a different local charity every three months. Matthew will be pleased to welcome donations of books.
Nominate your favourite business Nominations are now open for the 2017 Bendigo Bank Macedon Ranges Business Excellence Awards. The awards are open to all businesses based in the Macedon Ranges Shire and recognise outstanding service to the community and beyond in the following categories: Excellence in: Agribusiness • Customer Service • Health and Wellbeing • Hospitality • New Business • Professional Services • Retail • Tourism • Trades, Construction and Manufacturing. There is also the Not for Profit/Public Sector Award and Trainee/Apprentice of the Year. Nominations close on Wednesday April 12 and can be submitted at mrsc. vic.gov.au/business-awards or via a form available from council customer service centres.
Your dollars at work Council work crews made the most of good weather in March to undertake road works: In Macedon, the pavement at Smith Street, between Victoria and Carrington streets, has been reconstructed, including construction of a new kerb and channel. Drainage works on the north-west corner of the Tony Clarke Reserve have also been completed which will improve the playing surface.
Matthew Bacon with Melissa McIntyre and Susan Mangion of “One Day to Conquer Cancer” and Tamara Wilson and Joanne Szkilnyk of PS My Family Matters.
Brighter future for Tony Clarke Reserve User groups at Tony Clarke Reserve in Macedon are set to benefit from a $428,000 lighting upgrade to oval and court facilities. Sports Minister John Eren announced during a visit to the reserve last month that the State Government would contribute $100,000 towards the project. The funding will be used to upgrade the oval and court lighting to national standards. Macedon Ranges Shire Council is proposing to contribute $258,000 towards the project in its 2017-18 draft budget, in addition to a $70,000 contribution from the Macedon tennis, cricket and football netball (senior and junior) clubs. The Mayor, Cr Jennifer Anderson, said that Council was pleased to be working in partnership with the State Government and user groups to improve facilities. “This is a much-needed investment
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Local homeschooled secondary students Isy, Sarah, Ellie, Ben, Ed, and Jude did the cut and paste of this edition, complete with afternoon tea! They also provided this month’s jokes and quiz questions.
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Shane C, Gisborne Primary School – Shane participated in the 2017 Little Athletics State Track and Field Championships at Lakeside Stadium in Melbourne. He finished 18th in high jump and second in javelin. Aidan C, Gisborne Primary – Aidan convincingly won all of his pool games at the district tennis tournament, but fell just short in the final. He showed great sportsmanship throughout.
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... t n u o m e h t Autumn on Gardens around Mount Macedon are hosting a variety of events in April to celebrate the changing of the season. The gardens at Tieve Tara and Forest Glade will be open every day for visitors and Duneira will be open every weekend. Why not enjoy the lovely colours that will be on display with a picnic in a garden, or food and drinks from one of the community group stalls that will be at many of the gardens at weekends?
Duneira's autumn colour The gardens at Duneira come alive in autumn with an array of reds, oranges, yellows and gold. This year the gardens will be open every weekend in April for locals and visitors to enjoy. Entry for adults is $10 and children are free. In addition, visitors may buy tickets on the day for extra guided tours if they desire to tour the homestead or have the benefit of a specialist detailing the botanical aspects of the garden. Park at Tony Clarke Reserve, Macedon, and use the free shuttle bus service to bypass the expected traffic! More information online about parking. Simple refreshments will be available on most days, and you are welcome to bring your own picnic basket and enjoy a few hours in this magical garden. A perfect opportunity to take some beautiful family photos. (Just a reminder: Duneira does not permit smoking on the property and dogs are not permitted.)
Family day out at Tieve Tara Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons to visit Mount Macedon and on Sunday April 23, Macedon Ranges Health will be hosting a barbecue and wine and cheese stand at Tieve Tara garden celebrating the autumn colours. There is something for the whole family at Tieve Tara – the children love playing on Treasure Island and chatting to Squawk the talking bird who dances and sings, and everyone loves feeding the ducks and geese. The surrounds are magical. Come along with family and friends
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Traffic management From April 8, Macedon Ranges Shire Council will trial new measures to manage traffic in and around Macedon and Mount Macedon as visitors flock to the area to view the spectacular display of autumn colours. The trial measures include a temporary no-stopping area between 9am and 5pm along Honour Avenue, Macedon, and directing cars to park at Tony Clarke Reserve using signs and
traffic management. The speed limit on Honour Avenue will be reduced from 60kmh to 40kmh on weekends and public holidays. Where parking is a risk to public safety in some sections of Mount Macedon, the no-stopping area will be extended. Two-hour restricted parking will be introduced to enable visitors to businesses within the village to access parking. Public toilets will also be cleaned more frequently and additional street bins will be provided. Mayor Jennifer Anderson said there had been a significant increase in the number of autumn visitors, especially on weekends and public holidays. These trial measures follow extensive consultation with the local community.
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New Gisborne art room gets the official opening treatment The scissors came out and ribbons were snipped at the official opening of the new art room at New Gisborne Primary School on March 1. Staff and students have been waiting for a functional art room since June 2011 when fire destroyed their previous much-loved and well-used art room. Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas officially opened the studio, constructed at a cost of $772,000. The new room was achieved thanks to the efforts of the local community and the State Government. Ms Thomas acknowledged the tremendous campaign led by parents of the school to ensure their children had the facilities they deserved.
L-R: Assistant Principal Shane West, MP Mary-Anne Thomas and Principal Andy Kozak make the new art room official on March 1.
Shed fire quickly put out
Four brigades attended to extinguish a fire in a shed at the side of a property on the corner of Mt Macedon and Douglas Roads on the morning of March 8.
Heritage Study under way Macedon Ranges Shire Council is undertaking a Heritage Study for Gisborne / New Gisborne to review sites that have heritage significance but are not currently protected. The first stage involving research has been completed by a heritage consultant. The second stage, now under way, will capture and document elements that contribute to each site's significance. The Historical Society is currently assisting in this part of the study. Once completed, affected landowners and interested members of the public will be able to provide feedback. Once the Heritage study is adopted, a planning scheme amendment will apply a heritage overlay on affected properties. This will provide guidance on development on these sites. Free heritage advice will be available to landowners within the heritage overlay. For information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/heritagestudy or call 5421 9505, or email pschier@mrsc.gov.au.
Red Blossom, water colour by Helen Cottle.
A colourful weekend ‘Blazing Colours’ will bring together five local artists as well as members of The Gallery Mt Macedon for an exhibition on the weekend of April 1 and 2. Presented by the Macedon Ranges Art Trail, it will run from 10am to 5pm at the Gisborne Masonic Hall. Featured artists are Helen Cottle, Chieko Hester, Caroliza Job, Lara Le Reveur and William Ritchie. Helen Cottle was again selected for Kevin Hill’s ‘Top Ten Australian Artists’ art show in Canberra which opened in March.
Don't miss out on business conference The two-day Macedon Ranges Business Conference is now open for bookings. Two days of workshops and networking for new and established businesses will be held at the Kyneton Town Hall on May 24 and 25. This is the first year that Macedon Ranges Business Connect will be hosting the event following a successful conference in 2015 organised by the Shire Council, which still supports the event. This is a great opportunity for business owners to focus on their business and connect with others sharing the same experience. Local businesses have had continued success stories, including work relationships, since the 2015 event. The conference is part of program by Small Business Victoria who run the workshops with experienced and approachable presenters. MRBC has provided discounted booking options including a key-network catered lunch and opportunities for businesses to be discovered. Book online at www.trybooking.com The Conference program and general information is available at www.mrbusinessconnect.org.au Prepare your schedule now for two days of learning and improving your business. Enquiries welcome by email at info@mrbusinessconnect.org.au
Welcome to the Bastakoti family, newly arrived in Gisborne. Originally from Nepal, the family recently moved from Melbourne and were enjoying a walk around town on March 2. Also spotted around town in March was a stray knight. Ayden, 22, of Gisborne, is a regular participant in Swordcraft games in Brunswick every Friday night. His chain-mail vest weighs 12 kilograms. Ayden has been taking part in the popular Swordcraft for over four years.
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Have your say on responsible pet ownership
Macedon Ranges Shire Council is developing a new fouryear Domestic Animal Management Plan and wants to know what matters most to the community about responsible pet ownership. The plan provides the framework for the planning, development and evaluation of animal management services by Council and will consider a range of issues, including: on and off lead areas for dogs cat curfews minimising the number of dogs and cats being euthanised reducing the harmful effect of domestic pets on our native birds, mammals and reptiles
dealing with nuisances caused by domestic pets such as trespassing, attacks and barking. Council’s Manager Community Safety, Anne-Louise Lindner, said that it was important the new plan identified how best to balance the needs of animal owners and the broader community. You can help shape this new plan by sharing your thoughts and completing an online survey, mrsc.vic.gov. au/yoursay or pick up a copy from a Council customer service centre. Submissions close Monday April 10. For more information, contact the Local Laws unit on 5422 0333 or email mrsc@mrsc.vic.gov.au
Plea from a resident In a timely submission to the Gazette, a Gisborne resident has written this brief item in the interests of protecting local birdlife.
Remains of a bird found by a resident in their garden in March.
Mayor adds local voice to government panel Macedon Ranges Mayor Cr Jennifer Anderson is one of 13 mayors selected to join a state government advisory panel. The federal Member for McEwen, Rob Mitchell, was pleased to see two mayors from the electorate joining the Local Government Mayoral Advisory Panel, convened by Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins. The panel will meet Ms Hutchins four times in 2017. They will provide advice on a range of matters of interest to the local government sector, including an ongoing review of the Local Government Act. Along with Cr Anderson, the other mayor from McEwen is the Mayor of Mitchell Shire Council, Cr Rhonda Sanderson.
We see cats on the streets almost daily on our evening walks through Gisborne. Most people wouldn’t consider letting their dog run free in the neighbourhood, so why is it so acceptable for cats? Cats are awesome creatures but deadly for our wildlife. And unfortunately not a single month would pass when we don't find bird remains in our garden.
Scaling
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The McCorkell monument claims the highest point in the cemetery.
Join Ed on a journey through time The Gisborne Cemetery Trust will be conducting a tour of the Gisborne Cemetery on Wednesday April 5 at 5.30pm. If you are interested in local history, tales of a bygone era or are just interested in our local cemetery, please join us. Trust Member and lifelong local Ed Gardiner will again lead the tour and take us on a journey through the cemetery recounting stories and facts, some famous and some infamous. Questions can be directed to Helen Sankey at hsankey@rtedgarmr.com.au
Winter fashion for all to enjoy
In last month's Gazette we reported that a rope climbing frame for all ages was being installed at Ross Watt Reserve in New Gisborne. It’s up now and providing plenty of fun. New Gisborne Tennis Club led the project and the equipment was funded by Gisborne & District Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank and Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Pictured (L-R) with local children are volunteer bank director Gary McSwain, Robyn Johnston of New Gisborne Tennis Club, bank Customer Relationship Manager Angela Dickins and Councillor Helen Radnedge.
Gisborne Friends of Red Cross are holding a display of winter clothing by Blumes Fashions on the afternoon of Friday April 7. This will start at 1.30pm in the Community Centre room in Hamilton Street, Gisborne. All garments are for sale at very reasonable prices. Come and enjoy this very social afternoon and see what’s on offer to keep warm and fashionable in the coming cold winter months. An enjoyable afternoon tea will be provided. Entry fee is $10 and all proceeds go to Red Cross.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE Probus planning well in hand The AGM on March 2 was well attended and the new committee for 201718 was elected with Diane Barbie our new President. Our thanks go to the retiring committee members for their dedication to the club. Many members enjoyed a delicious lunch at the close of the meeting. The list of activities for this year looks most interesting with the New Zealand trip well booked and plans for
a trip to Kangaroo Island well in hand. Kay Millington, our tour organiser, keeps us guessing with a mystery trip while the subject for our April speaker is most intriguing – ‘The Orange Pigeon’. What a great start to the year! A little reminder that subscriptions are now due. Our meetings are held in the Masonic hall at 10am on the first Thursday of the month. The Chinese visitors were in awe of the commitment and professionalism of SES volunteers.
Chinese delegation visits SES Recently Gisborne State Emergency Service was fortunate to receive a visit from representatives of the Chinese Government who were in Australia to ascertain FLOOD STORM the roles of a volunteer in EMERGENCY 132 500 the community. The Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre brought the group to Australia to study and understand how emergency management in Australia at local, state and national levels operates. The visit to Gisborne was the group’s only opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of a typical Australian community. We provided a session on the way we conduct our business at Gisborne SES, including fulfilling our rescue responsi-
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The 2017 Probus committee. From left, back: Pam Walsh, Wray Taylor, Ron Hebbard, Ann O’Brien, Wendy Hansted, Ann Ciesielski, Kay Millington. Front: Michael O’Brien, Kevin Morgan, Diane Barbie, Rod Willard and Barbara Crapper.
Stunning patchwork quilt is raffle prize The Gisborne Secondary College Chaplaincy Committee is raffling a beautiful patchwork quilt donated by the Macedon CWA Patchwork & Friendship Group. Raffle tickets are $2 and can be
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bilities, maintaining services and providing the community with education tools for resilience during disasters and major events. The group was amazed at our volunteers’ commitment and their professional approach. The visitors also enjoyed a demonstration of our rescue equipment and the essential assets we house as part of the Macedon Ranges community infrastructure. The group was in awe of the role our volunteers play and their commitment to the community’s wellbeing, and their ability to provide a unique service to the community at large. Di Dale Deputy Controller Operations
Macedon Fire Brigade thanks community The Macedon Rural Fire Brigade would like to thank everyone who helped make this year's Flea Market one of the most successful ever. We raised more than $20,000, which will help us to continue to provide the
highest level of service to the community. We also thank all of the local businesses, such as the Macedon Railway Hotel, Macedon Nursery Supplies and so many others that supported us in our efforts. Without them we wouldn’t be able to hold such a fabulously successful event.
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Rob Lewis: a valuable community volunteer Rob joined Gisborne SES in 2014 and very quickly became a solid team member with a combination of attributes and previous experience that complemented the crew cohesion. Rob never complained about any task he was given. He had the attributes of a proficient crew member and always demonstrated a high level of enthusiasm. Rob actively participated in all facets of training at both Unit and Regional levels and was always willing to learn new skills which enhanced his capabilities as a Rescue Officer. On one occasion, he was deployed to NSW to assist with response to a major storm event which overwhelmed the local emergency services. Rob was a professional, integral and diligent operational member of the Gisborne State Emergency Service, and his commitment to his community was obvious through the time he devoted to various emergency services and organisations within the Macedon Ranges community. Rob was a gentle soul and will be sadly missed by his SES colleagues at Gisborne. Di Dale, Deputy Controller Operations, Gisborne SES
Team Bunji trekking to restore sight In some cultures, the word 'Bunji' means friend and this is an appropriate team name for some local residents who have joined together to support a major fundraising activity for the Fred Hollows Foundation. The Fred Hollows Foundation targets the main causes of avoidable blindness: cataract, trachoma, refractive error and diabetic retinopathy in developing countries and remote areas of Australia. Local women Carly Visscher, Joy Garratt, Susan Utber and Kate Raines are friends who have undertaken to complete a 30-kilometre one-day Coastrek around Point Nepean in late May. Team Bunji are well under way in reaching their target of raising $2,000 and this amount of money will cover the costs of training an ophthalmic nurse in Laos. Macedon Ranges residents are welcome to make a donation to support this foundation by logging onto the Melbourne Coastrek website, identifying Team Bunji or a trekker in the relevant box then following
Team Bunji are training for their Point Nepean trek. instructions to make a donation. Otherwise, you are invited to encourage us in our training endeavours as we trek with our poles and backpacks around our beautiful local area.
Locals step up to leadership challenge Local residents Charlotte Aves and Adam McKie have taken on leadership challenges by participating in the 2017 Loddon Murray Community Leadership Program. Adam McKie of Mt Macedon is selfemployed and a volunteer director with Gisborne and District Community Bank Branch. Charlotte Aves of Gisborne, a PhD candidate in the grains industry and board director for Australian Women in Agriculture from Gisborne, is passionate about Australian agriculture. Charlotte has travelled extensively and worked in a broad range of both agricultural and
non-agricultural roles before settling in Gisborne in August. The Loddon Murray Community Leadership Program provides an adult learning platform aimed at, among other things, building skills and confidence, discussing regional issues and ideas for action, and finding ways participants can make a difference in their communities. The 10-month program includes the opportunity to give back through the running of community projects. For further information on the program, see the CLLM website, www. cllm.org.au
Charlotte Aves and Adam McKie will look at regional issues during the special program.
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Local charity PS My Family Matters will host a forum for carers on May 24 at 5.30pm at Macedon Ranges Health, Neal Street, Gisborne. The NDIS launches on May 17. Tamara Wilson, president of PS My Family Matters, said “We encourage carers all across our region to attend this forum to ensure that they are ready for the opportunities and challenges the NDIS will bring.” The forum will feature three guest speakers who will
address issues facing carers with the NDIS introduction. “This will give carers the chance to ensure that they are NDIS ready," said Tamara. “There will be an open panel discussion, where carers may ask questions elevant to their personal situation.” For further details please contact 0475 269 965. PS My Family Matters will also be running its regular Coffee for Carers get-together at the Kozy Café, Neal Street at 10am on April 19 and May 17.
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Macedon Ranges Photographic Society in the frame The inaugural Camera Basics Workshop on March 4 was a great success. There were 11 participants and five facilitators. This provided a great opportunity to get plenty of hands-on practice and become familiar with all the camera controls and techniques for gaining a good photograph. If you are interested in attending future workshops, please contact our club president, Deborah Mullins, to discuss what is scheduled throughout the year. Coming up at the April 4 club night, we have guest judge Ron Cork reviewing our images in the first competition of the year with the topics being Open (anything goes!) and Floral, where no doubt we will see some stunning flower photography. At the April 10 technical night, guest photographer Travis Easton will be helping us with tips and tricks for capturing awesome landscape photographs. And we will be lucky enough to see many of his own images coming from his books Melbourne Waterfalls and The Prom. Macedon Ranges Photographic Society meets twice a month at the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House. New members are most wel-
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Happy participants at the recent basic camera skills workshop. come. For more information, please contact Deborah Mullins on 0411
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Relay a win for cancer research Around 400 people raised more than $80,000 in this year’s Lancefield-Macedon Ranges Relay For Life, pushing the event’s 15-year tally to $1.3 million. The first weekend in March saw 22 teams relaying for 19 hours amid a party atmosphere interspersed with the traditional ceremonies to remember, celebrate, support and give hope to those who have had, or are being treated for, cancer, and their carers. Six teams raised more than $5000. The highest fundraiser was the Macedon Ranges Shire Council. New Gisborne Primary School donated $834 to the Bristol Night Owls as a result of a Purple Day organised by student Tyson Dale. The Macedon Railway Hotel and the Telegraph Hotel Gisborne also chipped in for Relay For Life, which is the major fundraiser for Cancer Council Victoria. The organising committee is grateful to sponsors including Bendigo Bank and the many volunteers who
The Bristol Night Owls team from New Gisborne who raised more than $5,000 for last month’s Relay for Life held at Lancefield. donated their time and talents to make this year’s 15th anniversary a weekend filled with fun and meaning. Nadine Hartnett
Local artist and creative talent Belynda Simpson has just completed a fascinating project. She restored a 150-year-old painted bronze statue. This Lady of Lourdes statue was created in France in 1879. Around that time, she came to Australia by ship with Sisters of Mercy to live at The Academy of Mary Immaculate in Melbourne. She has survived the extreme local weather conditions ever since. Belynda began her working life as a graphic designer. Over the years she has had many other creative outlets including jewellery making, canvas painting Belynda and hand painting guitars. Simpson Belynda took on the project last July and brought the statue to Macedon where it stood in her kitchen. The restoration process began with the removal of many layers of paint. The Lady had endured many touch-ups over the years resulting in some of her original features being lost. In some places, Belynda had to strip paint right back to the bronze. Then the slow process of repainting began. Using oil-based enamel paints, the statue was slowly bought back to its former glory. During hot weather, Belynda often had to wait for the cool of the evening to be able to work with the oils. I was lucky enough to see The Lady in Belynda’s kitchen during the restoration as well as the end result. The transformation is incredible. Detail around the feet and hands can now be clearly seen, as can the original date stamp. She is now very lifelike, a testament to the original 18th-century craftsThe Lady of Lourdes man and, of course, statue restored by Belynda the incredible work Simpson in Macedon. done by Belynda. The statue has now been returned to her home in Fitzroy, in time for the school’s 160 years celebration. Belynda is hoping to continue with this type of restoration and is looking for her next project. Have a safe and happy Easter all. Belinda
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GISBORNE GENEALOGICAL Group The next meeting of the Gisborne Genealogical Group will be held on Thursday April 27 at 7.30pm in the Family History Room next to the Gisborne Library. Members are asked to bring along a piece of memorabilia Lyn Hall that is made of fabric and tell us about it. These nights are always enjoyable and it is interesting to hear the story behind the items brought along. There will be time to chat, have supper and look at the latest resources in the GGG room afterwards. Visitors are always welcome. Volunteers to help you with your research are on duty each Thursday afternoon from 2pm to 5pm in the Family History Room; enter through the door at the end of the building. Unfortunately our bus trip to Mont de Lancey in March had to be cancelled due to lack of support. If you have any suggestions for future outings, please contact Mary Ritchie on 5428 3887. Lyn Hall
Anzac Day services MOUNT MACEDON: This year’s Dawn Service at the Cross will commemorate 100 years since the Battle of Beersheba and 75 years since of the fall of Singapore. Poetry, song and personal accounts will highlight stories of courage and loss amid these conflicts, with an emphasis on the connections of Macedon Ranges’ locals to these events. The service will conclude with a fly-over salute from the Kyneton Aero Club. Scouts will provide a post-Dawn Service sausage sizzle, tea and coffee. Access to the Dawn Service is via bus only with buses departing all townships, including a bus departing the Gisborne Train Station at 4:15am and 5:15am. For further details, please see the back page of this Gazette. GISBORNE: The Gisborne ceremony starts at 10am at the cenotaph, Hamilton Street. A large gathering is expected and with limited seating available, you might like to bring a folding chair.
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Carers find hidden gem Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group has been busy since the last Gazette, taking part in a special interest focus group on carer strategy for the Victorian Carer Statement. This was a great opportunity to reiterate the need of respite not only for those in a dementiarelated caring role, but for all carers. Hopefully the state government will include greater funding for respite in its next budget. We also had a great day at Duneira on Mount Macedon, raising over $1800 towards our respite project. The weather was glorious, giving folk a great opportunity to enjoy the beautiful heritage gardens before settling down with their picnics to listen to the wonderful music supplied by Athol Guy & Friends. With more than 100 people attending, the day was a great success and we hope to repeat the event next year, or perhaps in the spring. Another delightful afternoon was enjoyed by members at The Nook in Sunbury. This park is a well-kept secret, with beautiful shade trees, a gazebo and views of the lake with its ducks and large gaggle of geese. WLCG is a friendly group of carers of people with dementia or other debilitating conditions such as Parkinson's, stroke or brain injury. Members are drawn from across the local area including Gisborne. New members are always welcome. For more information go to www.wlcg.org.au or call 5420 7132. We’d love to support you.
Remembering departed friends The Gisborne Auxiliary held its first meeting for the year in February which began with a minute’s silence in memory of Lou Bradley, a very kind, hard-working and faithful member of the Auxiliary. Her hands were never idle and we were frequently the recipient of crocheted rugs and other embroidered items, donated Elaine Millar to support our fundraising efforts.
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Appreciation was also extended to a very supportive member, Bosilka Lipkovich, who has recently moved to Ballarat to be near her family. A Bring and Buy Morning Tea was the first fundraising event for the year held at St Paul’s Parish Centre in March and attended by members and friends. For any enquiries, please contact the Secretary, Elaine Millar, on 5428 2522.
Do you want to make a real difference in your local community and around the world? Are you interested in making new friends and helping with community issues? Gisborne Rotary gives you the chance to do all of these. We are making things happen and with your support we can do much more. Recent Gisborne Rotary projects include a local motor show in aid of suicide prevention, a charity golf day, a fundraising ball, a childbirth project in Mongolia, a business networking event, barbecues for charities, a fundraising event in the battle against MS, and hosting international exchange students. The Rotary Club of Gisborne consists of men and women of all ages with varied backgrounds. Whether we are socialising or working together on community projects, we always have fun. Guest speakers at our weekly meetings are interesting and informative. We meet every Tuesday at 7pm at the Gisborne Golf Club in Daly Street and make guests and visitors very welcome. For membership enquiries or more information please contact Brendan Watters on 5422 6442 or Stuart Bonnington on 5422 3600.
Macedon hosts Group AGM Macedon CWA was the venue for the Central Highlands Group AGM on March 3. Members from all branches determined the program for the coming year. Helen Ryvitch from Gisborne was elected the new group president. Special thanks to her for doing this critical job. Thank you also to Peg Higginbottom for her great work as group president last year. The Macedon CWA hall garden is coming back to health with the hard work of Wendy and Peter Crowhurst. Their work is wonderful. We also greatly appreciate the wonderful Mount Macedon CFA volunteers for cleaning the gutters of the hall. The High Tea in the historic dining room at CWA Headquarters on March 5 was really special. The public can also book for these high teas through CWA head office on 9827 8971. Don’t forget to buy raffle tickets for the beautiful patchwork quilt made by the Macedon CWA Patchwork and Friendship Group for the Gisborne Secondary College Chaplaincy Fund to support Barb Davis’s activities at the college. Tickets are available from Lorraine Tweddle the college and Snapshot Photos at Gisborne Village Shopping Centre, Our Association Day on April 28 will have an RACV speaker. Lorraine Tweddle, 5426 2045
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and has now been involved with about 30 productions including Youth Theatre shows. Congratulations Andrew! There will be an information night at the theatre for our third production, The Full Monty, on Monday April 10 at 7pm. We invite you to come along to find out about the characters’ requirements and hear all about this wonderful musical comedy set in Buffalo, New York. Auditions will be held on Monday May 1 and Wednesday May 3, with call backs on May 6. For all enquiries or to book a time, please call Leo on 0458 582 838. To book your tickets go to www.themountplayers.com or call the box office on 5426 1892. – Karen Hunt
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At The Mount Players AGM in February, Andrew Hamilton, our long-serving stage manager, OH&S officer and all round good bloke, was presented with a Life Membership Award. Andrew was introduced to the company about 14 years ago. He started helping out with front of house, then moved on to set building and finally found his real talent was managing backstage. Anyone who has been involved in theatre understands the value of a good stage manager and Andrew has proved to be an incredible asset in this area. For several years he did four shows each year
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New Life Member Andrew Hamilton displays his certificate, flanked by outgoing president Ben Lawrance (left) and 2017 President Andrew Meldrum.
Gearing up for an explosion ... of song The Vocal Ranges Festival is an explosion of inspiring singing workshops, live performance, singalongs, festival choirs and storytelling dedicated to providing a body and soul ‘tune up’. The three-day festival, held in Kyneton in May, will feature a wonderful selection of acclaimed artists such as the Mae Trio, Mal Webb, Kavisha Mazzella, Jane Thompson, James Rigby, Polly Christie, Joseph Bromley, Kate Lawrence and more.
From kids to seniors, and beginners to seasoned singers, all participants get to experience the wonderful feeling of singing together across a broad range of genres including folk, spiritual music and contemporary popular music. The festival is a place to make friends, bond musically and connect deeply with your own unique voice. For information, visitwww.vocal rangesfestival.com or contact Polly Christie on 0417 059 434. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/OFKS
We look forward to welcoming you to our first concert for this year. We will be singing the English version of Brahms’ A German Requiem under the leadership of our musical director Stephen Brockman and, as always, the concert will feature guest soloists and orchestra. A German Requiem overturned the concept of a requiem with a new and positive vision. The music is pleasant to listen to; critics call it a masterpiece. The work made Brahms famous all over Europe. The performances will be at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Kyneton, at 3pm on Sunday May 21 and at the Gisborne Church of Christ, New Gisborne, at 3pm on Sunday May 28. Tickets: $40, $35 concession, $20 students, and children under 12 are free. Bookings at www.gisbornesingers.org.au or call/ text 0413 003 254. A generous and free afternoon tea will follow each concert. Marj Tangey
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Something out of the ordinary? If you want to escape the autumn visitors, try a different side to the Macedon Ranges. While most of us know about all of the traditional things to see and do in the Macedon Ranges, such as great food and wine, Hanging Rock and Mt Macedon, there are also some extraordinary things to see and do. You might like to try your hand at one of the following: c Trekking with llamas, www.hangingrockllama. com.au c Clay pigeon shooting, www.cobaw.com c Segways, laser shooting, paddle boats and archery, www.grangecc.com.au/cleveland-winery/ activities c Cooking classes, furniture making and jewellery making workshops, www.piperstreet.com.au c Have the Wild Action Zoo bring Australian animals to you, www.wildaction.com.au For more details about what’s on in the Macedon Ranges, visit www.visitmacedonranges.com
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Matilda the steam roller now all steamed up This project has been a two-year restoration process for the Gisborne Vintage Machinery Society and made Machinery Society possible by a generous donation from the Gisborne branch of Bendigo Bank. The boiler in the steam roller required 28 flue tubes to be removed and replaced with new ones, which is becoming a lost art and requires specially trained individuals. This process required cutting each tube out then rolling each new tube in place to form a tight fit to both the fire box end and the smoke box end of the boiler. This is done by hand using specialist compressed-air tools. Then follows a hydro-static test in which water is forced into the boiler to working pressure to check for leaks around the new tubes. Once the hydro-static test has taken place, the boiler inspector does a final inspection of the work at the operating pressure and certifies it for the next two years. Club President Anthony Davis said the restoration work would not have been possible within this time frame without the generous bank donation as well as hundreds of hours of members' work. The club will now conduct a final steam test and a period of running in and final testing. Over the next few weeks you may see Matilda the Steam Roller travelling the streets of New Gisborne on weekends in preparation for our Steam and Vintage Machinery Rally on Sunday May 21. If you see it passing, stop by and say hello! Gisborne Vintage
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Young choristers continue busy schedule Young Voices of Macedon got off to a busy start in 2017, having already presented a half-hour performance at the inaugural Gisborne Arts and Family Fun Fest in Gisborne during the March long weekend. This was a big challenge for the choir, with a large number of newcomers on board and the task of learning six new and demanding songs very quickly. The verandah of the Old Court House provided an attractive, if acoustically tricky, venue and the performance achieved an enthusiastic reception from parents and other onlookers. The choir also performed at a church service at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Woodend, in late March. Yet another important event early in Term 2 is the Choralfest at Montsalvat, when our choir will perform alongside groups such as the Melbourne Chamber Choir, the Melbourne Welsh Male Choir and choirs from Haileybury College and Strathcona Girls’ College.
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The young singers performed at the inaugural Gisborne Arts and Family Fun Fest in March. (Festival report, page 18) Our fundraising ventures have recently been enhanced by the purchase of a large barbecue and a marquee, the latter very generously funded by a grant from the Gisborne branch of the Bendigo Bank. More about this next issue.
The major performance for the year will be a concert in October featuring choral music by Australian composers, some of it written specifically for the Gondwana national children’s choir. Dianne Gome
Why join an art group, you ask? MACEDON RANGES ART GROUP We are often asked by emerging artists and others what would be the advantage to them in joining an art group such as the Macedon Ranges Art Group? There are a number of reasons, but the one most quoted by members is that it is a great way to socialise with people with a common interest in art. Most art groups produce at least one and sometimes more art shows of their members work each year. This is an excellent way to promote your art and yourself as an artist. Another advantage of belonging to an art group is that you can share knowledge with other members and thus learn from each other. Most art groups engage professional artists to run one-day workshops a number of times during the year, thus imparting a high standard of knowledge and techniques to the attendees. If you would like to know more about the Macedon Ranges Art Group and how you can join, please go to our website at macedonrangesartgroup@gmail.com John York
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EVENTS AT DUNEIRA Book now for tickets to see Slava Grigoryan perform Bach’s Cello Suites. A repeat concert has been scheduled for 6.30pm Saturday April 29 after the first event sold out. Further details online. This month also sees horticulturalists Michael McCoy and Simon Rickard return to Duneira for a lecture and specialised garden tour. Details on our website. Booking is essential as spaces are limited. www.duneira.com.au
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Biographies broaden our knowledge about well known or lesser known identities and there have been some recent Australian releases worth checking out. While we know much about the iconic outlaw Ned Kelly, his mother Ellen Kelly has been largely overlooked by Australian historians – until now! Grantlee Keiza illuminates her remarkable life in Mrs Kelly. Similarly, The Fabulous Flying Mrs Miller by Carol Baxter tells the true story of a 1920s Melbourne housewife seeking international fame, fortune and adventure as an aviator and finding herself as the central figure in a sensational American murder trial. The little known and intriguing WWII story of an 11-year-old Australian schoolboy who was shot by the Japanese in Rabaul in 1942 as a suspected spy forms the basis of Ian Townsend’s Line of Fire. Fifty years after Ronald Ryan’s death, Barry Dickins exposes another true crime story in Last Words, about the last man hanged in Australia. For more than two decades, Australia has locked up people who arrive here fleeing persecution – sometimes briefly, sometimes for years. In They Cannot Take the Sky those people tell their stories in their own words. Similarly, see first-hand what is happening inside the Nauru detention centre through Mark Isaacs’ eyewitness account The Undesirables: Inside Nauru. Journalist Caroline Baum’s memoir Only reveals what it feels like to be an only child and the focal point of two people damaged by trauma and tragedy, and the courage it takes to break free from the past and the pull of its secrets.
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Open Studio Meet the artists at work Daylesford Macedon Ranges Open Studios, often known by the acronym 'DMROS', offers the community the opportunity to explore local artists’ studios over three weekends in late April to mid May. Some of Australia’s finest artists are opening up their studios showcasing the extraordinary quality and diversity of arts practice in this area. Thirty artists have been selected by a curatorial panel to participate and will open their studios for six days for the public to ‘see’ the creative process, meet the artists and learn about their work and inspiration. Local DMROS artists include Anthony Vanderzweep, bronze sculptor of animals over 27 years, Colleen Weste, textile artist making silk art to wear and art quilts inspired by her bush studio, Marian Alexopoulos, mixed media and encaustic artist, and William Ritchie, scientist and wildlife painter inspired by the beauty of the natural world. Marian, William and Colleen will also participate in Art-full Conversations in their studios hosted by Creative Producer Jill Rivers. The hub of the DMROS group exhibition is this year at The Convent Gallery, Daylesford. The local studios will be open on Saturday and
International pianist coming to Macedon Friends of Music at Resurrection The internationally acclaimed concert organist and major prize winner from the Czech Republic, Pavel Kohout, will be in recital on the Resurrection pipe organ and the Kawai grand piano on Friday April 7 at 6pm. The program includes Bach’s Prelude and Fugue in G, BWV 541 and arrangement for organ of Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 BWV 1048; Buxtehude’s Toccata in F, BuxWV 157; and Voříšek’s Variations in B - Major, op. 19. The concert will conclude at 7:15pm followed by drinks and the opportunity to meet Pavel. Tickets $35/$30. Bookings on www. trybooking.com Winston Deason
Local artists (L-R) Anthony Vanderzweep, Colleen Weste, Marian Alexopoulos and William Ritchie are opening their studios to the public
Exhibition changes date but continues success The Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art & Craft group had their usual June exhibition over the March Labour Day weekend this year and it proved to be as successful as the winter event. The opening night found the Old Gisborne Courthouse full with support from loved ones and the local community. The Marion Gebbie Award was announced on the Friday night, when Russell Ball was named as the winner for his leatherwood and acrylic resin turned bowl. Honourable mentions went to Ruth McLaine for a woven table runner made of natural fibres and Kay Beale for a pottery fish. Visitors to the exhibition must have agreed with the award judges Robyn Till and John Beasley because all three pieces were sold during the exhibition. More work by the Phoenix members will be on display during April in the GREAT Centre on Hamilton Street, Gisborne.
Sunday April 29 and 30, May 6 and 7 and May 13 and 14 from 10am to 5pm. For a full list of participating artists and booking details visit www.openstudios.com.au
Craft group welcomes new members A patchwork and craft group meets at the Gisborne Presbyterian Church Hall, corner of Fisher and Goode Streets, on the third Thursday of the month between 10.30am and 3pm. All are welcome. Enquiries to Glenys on 0424 383 016.
TRENTHAM ART & CRAFT SHOW The Annual “Trentham Easter Art & Craft Show” is on again Friday April 14 to Sunday April 16 from 10am to 4pm. Mechanics Hall, High Street, Trentham. Enquiries 5424 1127.
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Russell Ball with the piece that saw him judged winner of the annual Marion Gebbie Memorial Award for Creativity. Kay Beale congratulates her fish which secured an Honourable Mention.
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Goldfields Honey has been providing Australian honey varieties and honeybased products for the people of Central Victoria for over 20 years. They have been attending the Gisborne Olde Time Market for many years and have educated their loyal customers about the many different types of honey, their flavours and their health benefits. You will find good value and friendly service at the Goldfields Honey Stall at Site 62 on the corner opposite the Mechanics Institute. Mention seeing this article in the Gazette and provide your own container and they will fill it for $6 per kilogram.
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The inaugural Gisborne Arts & Family Fun Fest run over Peter Waters two days of the long weekend Goldfields Honey will own containerwith wasfillayour great success, Children's wooden toys if you mention thisexhibits article. on jewellery making, photography, silk screening, so solid in fact they make good heirloom By Rosemary Davies paper toll and decoupage, gifts that can be handed down from one Peter Waters’ part-time hobby soon became spinning, knitting, sewing generation to the next. Top sellers are the his passion and a new business. Being a and origami. Three artists toddlers' wooden block trolley fitter and turner by trade makes also demonstrated their that can be pushed around it fairly easy for Peter to bring talents. and his brightly coloured trucks some of the techniques from The popular children’s and train sets are always his metalwork across into his activities included painting enticing to children, parents wooden toy business. the sheep, decorating and grandparents. Peter uses recycled floral saucers, colouring You can have yours custom pine offcuts from a furniture competitions, creating wind made with a special child’s company in Melbourne for his chimes, lantern making, name painted onto the truck toy design. Some of his toys cookie decorating, balloon or train. Peter also sells at the are just natural wood while creations and face painting. Williamstown Craft Market. others he paints in bright nonThanks to Gisborne Peter has been a stalltoxic colours. Primary School who holderamong at the Olde Street. The toys are strong, well Visitors browse theGisborne stalls on Aitken Peter will custom provided students' art and made and built to last; they are Time Market for 11 years. make toys. creative works, many of which were awarded prizes.
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Market Manager 0431 563 566 www.gisborneoldetimemarket.org.au
An enthusiastic team of volunteers from the GREAT Association manages the Olde Time Market held on the first Sunday of each month, from 9am to 2pm. Funds raised from the collection of stall fees are returned to the community in many and varied ways, such as grants to community groups or sponsoring of community events. The GREAT Association and other volunteers also produce the monthly Gisborne Gazette and distribute it throughout the south ward of the Macedon Ranges Shire. If you would like to become involved in any facet of this community service, please contact one of the following people: GREAT president Phyllis Boyd, 0431 063 119, secretary Ian Boyd, 0417 059 525, or treasurer Graeme Millar, 5428 2522.
View of the market from the Hamilton Street office.
Gazette award to Singers choir member The inaugural presentation of the Gisborne Gazette Award was made last month to Gisborne Singers member Margaret Brockman. Margaret was awarded the prize as the choir member who had sold the most tickets to one of the choir’s major concerts. The award was made by Richard Whiteley on behalf of the Gazette and was one of a number of recent Gazette awards initiated as a way of returning funds earned by the Gazette to the community.
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Music Festival raises almost $20,000 An incredible $19,583 was raised for the Cambodian Kids Foundation at the hugely successful Macedon Ranges Music Festival on March 4. Just under 1000 punters gathered at the festival’s new home at the Gisborne Steam Park to witness a line-up that featured Stonefield, Lloyd Spiegel, David Spry and the Matt Borg trio plus a host of local acts. All of these acts donated their performances to help out a great cause. The festival proudly donates 100% of ticket sales and bar profits to the Cambodian Kids Foundation, who run a small school in rural Cambodia. The day also showcased a youth stage on which 15 young acts battled it out in the heat. Twenty-year-old
Kailee O’Beirne came out on top impressing the judges with her raw song-writing talent. Kailee wins the opening slot of the 2018 Festival as well as $150 courtesy of Music in the Central Highlands. Second prize went to Molly & Abby Sloss and Sam Richardson took out third place. Thanks go out to all of the volunteers, performers and everyone who came out on the day. And a big thankyou to our major sponsors Gisborne & District Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank, The GREAT Association, Reeves Taxation & Accounting, Providence Pty Ltd and Cloke & Co for supporting the event and bringing more live music to the Macedon Ranges. Get March 3, 2018, into the diary!
Melbourne blues guitarist and singer Lloyd Speigel donated his time to support the Cambodian Kids Foundation at the recent music festival.
About a thousand patrons enjoyed the festival and contributed to a fantastic fundraising total. Some members of the young organising team.
Cutting and weaving with Gisborne CWA A busy meeting was held in March with Osija supplying a Danish craft of paper cutting for everyone to make their own woven red and white heart. Congratulations to Helen Ryvitch, our president, on also becoming the group president. There were a couple of Association Days in Werribee and Kyneton in which some of our members participated.
Fay and Judy reported on a on April 10. For a change we will scrumptious high tea they attended at meet at the John Aitken Reserve Umina, CWA headquarters in Toorak. barbecue area at 10am. Lunch will On April 29 Gisborne CWA has be provided but bring your own the sausage sizzle at Bunnings in drinks. There may be a few games Sunbury. If you can help to play in the park after the out please talk to Kathy. meeting, but if the weather It’s always a busy day. The is unsuitable meet at the same weekend a small Secondary College as usual. group is off to Port Fairy for The colour of the month is a few days exploration. green. Christine Edwards Our next meeting is Christine Edwards 0437 953 253
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THEATRE & ARTS IN KYNETON Kyneton Town Hall On Friday April 7 at 7.30pm, playwright and author Hannie Rayson shares selected stories from her acclaimed book, Hello, Beautiful! From her childhood days in East Brighton to the treacheries of Hollywood, from share houses in Fitzroy to the beauties of rural Australia, Rayson presents a night of comic storytelling. On Friday April 28 at 8pm, Australia’s first lady of cabaret Sarah Ward is bringing her risqué alterego Yana Alana to Kyneton in her show, Yana Alana Covered. Performing a set of cover songs from artists spanning Shirley Bassey to Joy Division, join this Helpmann award-winning artist for an outlandish night of fun. Kyneton Museum Beyond Borders closes on Sunday April 2. Open Friday to Sunday from 11am to 4pm, the collection of photographs and multimedia shares stories of refugees from Burma, Afghanistan, Vietnam, Jordan, Colombia, Iran and Somalia. Fashions from the time of Jane Austen will premiere in the exhibition Be Persuaded: A Jane Austen Experience from Friday April 7. For more information on shows, or to book tickets, call 1300 888 802 or visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/buytickets
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Meet the new School Captains of Gisborne Primary School Hello, I’m Rue and I am your 2017 School Captain. I feel honoured and privileged to be spending my last year proudly representing our school. I enjoy listening and talking with people and have many interests. My favourite activities are playing piano, painting art, reading, cricket, netball and travelling, to name a few.
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Quick-thinking former student saves the day It was the quick and calm response from Quinlan Borg that averted any further damage during a small grass fire at Gisborne Montessori in March. In the moments that saw a lawn mower spark a fire, it was 16-yearold Quinlan, a graduated student from Gisborne Montessori, who helped avert further damage to neighbouring properties and save the livestock. His decision making and ability to remain poised during the ordeal is a wonderful testament to his attitude and the effective, calm educational model that Gisborne Montessori prides itself in. Thank you Quinlan and the CFA for your efforts. Quinlan has his eyes set on playing elite level soccer and is a talented star already involved with Melbourne Victory.
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Hello, my name is Isaac. For the first term of being School Captain, I have enjoyed working with fellow school captains and teachers to achieve goals. I live on a 10-acre farm in a family of four. I also have a dog and seven alpacas. I like to play basketball at school and I’ve been playing indoor soccer for a couple of years. We have had many exciting events so far
in this term. The swimming carnival was a fun day actively competing with our peers. Selected students participated in district and divisional levels. A special mention goes to Lucas J, who broke a long-standing district record for backstroke in the 9/10 years age group. We have had a great start to the term and we can’t wait for what lies ahead. Rue K and Isaac C, with David McCall
Mt Macedon sprints towards term's end Mount Macedon Primary School held its annual athletics day at Dixon Field, Gisborne, on March 15. After travelling there on the bus, the Grade Three to Sixes started competing in the track events. The first race was the 800 metres followed by the 200m sprint then the 1500m and 100m. While this was happening, on the other side of the field, the Foundations to Grade Twos did fun field events including sack races, frisbee competitions and ball-throwing games. After a lunch break the Three to Sixes did field events including long jump, shot put and discus. At this time, the younger students were doing track events such as
skipping races, cones on heads, running races and more fun races. Foundation students were delighted by the day and had so much fun at their first athletics day. Many others said it was great. Written by Jet, Eliza and Caitie with help from Kyal, Milla and Will House Captain's note: “Everyone tried their hardest and did a good job and had lots of fun. I would like to thank Mrs Lee, our PE teacher, for organising the athletics. I would also like to thank all the parents for helping out on the day.” – Kyal Tunley
2017 sees GMS in full bloom It is wonderful to welcome a record number of students and families that have joined our school this year. Families are so committed, they are travelling from all over Melbourne to bring their children to Gisborne Montessori. This year has also seen the introduction of an afterschool program for the younger students. Principal Dianne Davis could not be prouder to see the fruits of previous labour this year. School enrolments are still open. If you would like a tour of Gisborne Montessori please contact 5428 4520.
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Braemar College hosts return visit by Japanese students Braemar College again proudly hosted 34 students from Tokai City in Japan on a cultural exchange program between the Gisborne Shire and Japanese Aichi prefecture in late March. A strong relationship has been built between Tokai City and Braemar College
which saw students from Braemar visit Tokai City and other areas of Japan for the first time in 2016. Following a formal welcome ceremony by our School Principal Russell Deer, the Japanese students sang a rendition of ‘pineapple pen’. They mixed Japanese
and Australian icons while dancing to the music. The audience erupted in laughter and cheers. During the two-day visit, Year 8 students also participated in a cultural exhibition as Japanese students taught Braemar students about traditional
Japanese activities and games. The Japanese students were hosted during their stay by Braemar College families in order to have a first-hand experience of living with an Australian family. Natasha Miller, Year 8
New Gisborne’s coastal campers climb 136 steps Have you ever … ever felt like this? New Gisborne Primary School’s Year 4 students enjoyed an energetic, fun-filled camp in March. We visited Airey’s Inlet where we took part in estuary netting and a tour of Splitpoint Lighthouse with EcoLogic’s education officers. It was even fun to climb the 136 steps of the lighthouse! At 34 metres tall, the lighthouse has spectacular views out to sea and those of us who were brave enough to venture outside admired the views We also visited the Queenscliff Marine Discovery Centre to learn about our coastline and how to care for it, as well as being guided on a beach walk to investigate coastal ecosystems. The centre’s aquarium is home to many types of sea creatures, including fish, abalone and a groper who reminded us of Blueback, from our class novel of the same name, by Tim Winton. Our ‘Sharing the Planet’ Inquiry has motivated us to learn about biomes and in particular, how living and non living things depend on each other to survive. We stayed at Camp Wilkin and also got to have fun enjoying the camp’s activities which included a guided night walk, low ropes course, archery and more. Thank you to the Year 4 students, teachers and parent helpers who made our camp so much fun.
Congratulations to the Captains for 2017, Charlotte O’Farrell and Mitchell Ball and Vice-captains Eadie Milne and Dempsey Roberts, here with Principal Tony Falls.
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The students made it all the way to the top of the hill and got to admire spectacular views from the lighthouse.
St Brigid's asks: will you speak out for others? On March 17 our school community came together to mark the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. The day began with meaningful circle time, followed by a rotation of activities designed to promote the importance and power of being an active bystander. The students sang, danced, created online antibullying avatars and contributed to the ‘One Million Stars To End Violence’ project. In the afternoon we participated in a peaceful walk through the streets of Gisborne, pledging to stand up and speak out as an active bystander. Local business owners, workers and shoppers showed great support for our walk, applauding and encouraging our students along the way. And
although the National Day of Action has now passed, the challenge for us is to remember to continue to be the best people we can be, and to be active bystanders when the time comes. Will you stand up and speak out for others? Our Senior and Middle students also enjoyed the swimming program in the last two weeks of term two. It has been fantastic for them to be involved in learning water safety skills and swimming strokes to contribute to them being safe around water. Thank you to the Gisborne Aquatic Centre for hosting our school during our visits. The staff have been very accommodating and are inclusive, knowledgeable and patient. St Brigid’s Media Leaders
This term the Grade 5/6 classes held their Leadership Day, in which the classes worked together on a common theme. There was plenty of discussion about what qualities make a good leader. There were some inspiring clips about leadership and teamwork and each student made their own hot air balloon with the caption ‘Rising to the challenge’. The Year 6 students presented their school captain speeches. The students were very aware of the role and responsibilities due to their discussions throughout the day with the staff and each other. The common theme was ‘service’, with the children wanting to give their time and effort to make our school a great place to learn and build the community spirit. After the speeches, everyone enjoyed lunch together before the captains were announced.
Students show off their wristbands on anti-bullying day.
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The maximum amount a member can have in pension phase is $1.6 million (across all super accounts). Amounts above $1.6 million need to be withdrawn from the fund or commuted back to accumulation phase. If funds greater than $1.6 million are left in pension phase, additional tax will be levied on the excess amount. Earnings on amounts in pension phase remain tax free, whilst those in accumulation phase are taxed at 15%.
Example: John has $1.8 million in pension phase in super split between two funds, $1.4 million in fund A and $400,000 in fund B. To comply with the changes, John applies to fund B to commute $200,000 back to accumulation phase before 1 July 2017. This ensures that John’s remaining pension balance across both funds of $1.6 million is tax free and that no excess transfer tax is levied. Please note special rules apply to defined benefit pensions. Should you wish to discuss your pension obligations please feel free to contact Andrew Marshall or Janine Orpwood on 5427 8100 for an initial consultation. www.langleymckimmie.com.au E: info@lmaccountants.com.au
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Zero Discrimination Day presented with pride Gisborne Secondary College’s Pride Crew helped celebrate Zero Discrimination Day on March 1. Zero Discrimination Day is held annually by UNAIDS (the Joint United Nations Program on HIV and AIDS). It calls for an end to all discrimination such as that based on gender, nationality, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation or religion. “Everyone has the right to be treated with respect, to live free from discrimination, coercion and abuse,” says the executive director of UNAIDS, Michel Sidibé. “Discrimination doesn’t just hurt individuals, it hurts everyone, whereas welcoming and embracing diversity in all its forms brings benefits for all.” Discrimination in schools can range from offhand racist, sexist, homophobic or transphobic jokes and language to longterm bullying. Any of these are detrimental to the health and wellbeing of our students, so this year GSC Pride Crew decided to use Zero Discrimination Day as an opportunity to celebrate and highlight the diversity within our school while condemning discrimination. The Pride Crew, sponsored by Cobaw Health, is an active focus group of students – all with big hearts – who promote the importance of student voices, ensuring there is opportunity for all students to feel they get a fair chance and feel happy when they come to school. Their group is accessible to students who feel they need someone to talk to or need to use the group’s contacts for further information. Pride Crew is hoping to run a series of events in the college to spread the word that people are there to listen and provide support whenever it's needed.
Women from all walks of life inspire students on Internationall Women's Day.
Guests welcomed on International Women’s Day Girls flew the flag on International Women’s Day on March 8 to draw attention to the need for a more gender inclusive world where equity is a focus. GSC joined #BeBoldForChange and invited women to consider the exact moment when they had taken bold action to help improve or develop an aspect of their own lives – or that of another woman or to improve women’s status overall. All week, music of inspirational women artists featured on the public address system, featuring messages about respect, working hard, ambition, rejecting unrealistic media hype, embracing supportive relationships and positive self-talk. This year, young women in Year 12 took on the challenge of organising the main event – including an Inspiration Wall featuring messages from our own community as well as celebrities and
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Careers Chatter
Teacher invited to check out school camps in Northern Territory
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How social media can help or hinder your job prospects. Sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Google+ are platforms that employers can use to screen potential employees outside of the standard use of resumés, cover letters, or interviews. Forbes magazine states that two out of five companies will use social media to screen potential employees, to evaluate character and personality. A third of employers who use social media in this way said they found content that had led them not to hire a candidate. Three quarters of Australians use social media, and many underestimate the importance of creating and maintaining a positive self image online. Many employers will also look for candidates whose presentation reflects the culture of the organisation. For job seekers it is vital that your social media profile is a positive representation of -MEDIA RELEASEself. Lily De Haas, is a beautiful, fun and energetic 7 year old Riddells Creek resident who was diagnosed recently with an aggressive and inoperable brain tumour on her brain stem. The Kerry tumour affects her motor skills and Huke balance. Careers Development Coordinator To date Lily has only been offered radiotherapy as a way of reducing the size of the tumour. There is only a slim chance , that it will eliminate it all together. However,Phone: we arnt pinning5428 our hopes3691 just on this alone. We have been researching treatments world wide and hope to admit Lily into one of these speacialist treatments Email: huke.kerry.k@edumail.vic.gov.au after her radiotherapy is completed.
One of our GSC teachers, Tim Howells, has been invited to participate in a trip to the Northern Territory during the school holidays with NT Learning Adventures and Tourism NT. The purpose of this trip is to experience what the Northern Territory has to offer for future student camps. Tim, along with other teachers from around Australia, will assess the educational experiences available to students on history, Aboriginal culture, sustainability, science, and other areas. Tim Howells will explore Tim hopes to student trip experiences. return with some scope for taking our students on an affordable trip to remote areas such as Katharine and Kakadu. Gisborne Secondary College already offers opportunities to travel to other countries through programs such as World Challenge and trips to Japan and Indonesia but nothing with a focus on our own back yard.
Hope for Lily was created by a group of caring and dedicated community volunteers who are fundraising for Lily and her family. All funds raised will be used for treatments and medicines that Lily requires to fight this brain tumour.
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We’d like to start off our article by thanking the Keilor Athletics Club for letting us have our house athletics carnival at their venue. We all had a fantastic time with huge student participation across the board, especially with the year twelves, who wear costumes for their final school athletics. In the autumn holidays, a group of students will be heading to Greece as part of a cultural tour. They’ll visit sites of cultural significance, both modern and ancient, and it will be a fantastic experience to learn more about the world’s cultures and broaden horizons, particularly for a few students who have never been overseas before. As the term comes to a close, end-of-year exams move one step closer for all the year 12s. After only two months in our final year, we can easily say we’re impressed with the level of commitment, hard work and collaboration we’ve seen. Year 12 is shaping up to be the biggest challenge of our school lives; we each have a monumental amount of work to get through – and definitions to learn – but with that hard work comes fulfilment and something each of us can be proud of. We hope everyone has a relaxing and refreshing holidays – you’ve all earned it, and we won’t get many more opportunities before the end of the year to take a break and recharge our batteries. When second term starts, we’re looking forward to seeing all of you back at school and working hard together again.
We realise it’s a very long road to recovery but Lily’s family are strong and together with the community are determined to do everything we can to make her well again.
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Lily De Haas is a beautiful, fun and energetic seven-year-old Riddells Creek resident who was diagnosed recently with an aggressive and inoperable brain tumour on her brain stem. The tumour affects her motor skills and balance. To date Lily has only been offered radiotherapy as a way of reducing the size of the tumour. There is only a slim chance that it will eliminate it all together. However, we are not pinning our hopes just on this
alone. We have been researching treatments worldwide and hope to admit Lily into one of these speacialist treatments after her radiotherapy is completed. Hope for Lily was created by a group of caring and dedicated community volunteers who are fundraising for Lily and her family. All funds raised will be used for treatments and medicines that Lily requires to fight this brain tumour. We realise it is a very long road to
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Local History was in Saigon on the first night of the Tet offensive and it was scary. There were bodies in the street and buildings were going up.” For 21-year-old David Parrôt, not long in a war zone, this was a very sobering experience. David had been one of the recruits conscripted through the lottery system to provide the numbers required to fill the ranks in Vietnam. Launched on the night of January 30 1968, the Tet offensive was the largest military campaign initiated by the Viet Cong and the North Vietnam People’s Army during the Vietnam War. As a noncombatant member of the Australian army in Vietnam, David wasn’t often exposed to the brutal side of the war but he added, “it was always dangerous there. I lost friends.” David was born in Ballarat in 1946 and grew up with his parents Noel and Alma and older sister Margaret in the family home in Mount Pleasant. David attended Mount Pleasant State School and later Ballarat Junior Technical School where he excelled in the baseball team which won the Victorian Technical Schools’ championship. He left at the end of Form 4 (Year 10) to take up a position as a Technician in Training with the Postmaster-General’s Department in Ballarat. He had been keen to be a motor mechanic but his father, who had grown up in the years of the Great Depression, insisted that he take this job with a “safe” government department. So he became a Technician in Training but, after being transferred to Melbourne where he was not happy, he left the PMG to work at the Ballarat TV station BTV6. He enjoyed the work but after a while could see that there was little future in the job so applied for a pos-
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David Parrôt – Vietnam Veteran Each April, the Gazette publishes a story about one of our local veterans. This year, Bryan Power spoke to David Parrôt, a resident of New Gisborne who served in the Vietnam War. ition as a trainee executive with Coles, and he took to the career ‘like a duck to water’. At the age of 19 he was promoted to Horsham and later to Hamilton and it was while there in Easter 1967 that he received his call-up papers to report a fortnight later to Ballarat Railway Station. David was fatalistic about his call-up, reasoning that his grandfather had survived WW1 and his father WW2, so he would too. He remembers that first night in Puckapunyal for the best meal he ever had in the army – a roast dinner. From then on life was much tougher. David always comes across as a friendly and generous person and the proof of those qualities was shown that night when he made up 13 of the 16 beds in the hut for the western Victorian boys who had evidently been too well looked after by their mothers. Basic training at Pucka was 10 weeks of marching, rifle and M16 machine gun firing and grenade throwing. This came to an end on 25 June 1967. In Pucka the recruits had to sign up for a corps. David, with his career in stores, put his name down for ordinance but, not unexpectedly given the mysterious ways of the army, he was told that he was going to be a cook. So from Puckapunyal he and about 100 others finished up in Bonegilla, the old immigration camp outside Albury, and they were divided into groups of 10, each under the direction of a regular army sergeant cook. When the ordinary person thinks about an army at war, his or her focus fixes on the troops who go into combat. In reality
ANZAC DAY FEATURE David’s next move was to Watson’s Bay in Sydney but with his 21st birthday coming up on 1 December 1967 he was anxious to get home for one last time. He hitchhiked back to Melbourne with two RAAF blokes who dropped him off in Footscray Road where he was picked up by a taxi driver and driven free of charge to Ballarat. When he walked in the door his mother and sister burst into tears, so relieved were they that he had made it home to celebrate his special day. Shortly afterwards David flew out of Sydney to Saigon where his first night was spent in the huge Camp Alpha. The following day he flew by Caribou to the Australian base at Vung Tau.
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Huts were sandbagged up to window height for safety at Vung Tau. the non-combatants who support the fighting men – the cooks and catering staff, transport and stores people, signals specialists, engineers, medical personnel, administrative staff etc – outnumber the combatants by as much as 12 to one. Over the 14-week course David learned a lot about cooking. He also learned a bit about bending the rules by sneaking a single bar radiator into the small hut he shared with a mate to help them survive the bitter winter nights in Bonegilla. At the end of the course he was back in Pucka as part of a team cooking for 1200. He hated it but within a week he received two days' notice that he was off to jungle training at Canungra in Queensland. It was then that David realised he was going to Vietnam. The three weeks of jungle training were full on. “We ran everywhere, jumped out of helicopters, fired every weapon.”
he 1st Australian Logistics Support Group was a big place on a peninsula. There were engineers, signals personnel, a hospital and a chapel. The whole place was austere. For safety there were sand bags up to window height around the huts and no glass was allowed in the huts except for four low wattage light globes. Power for the base came from generators on ships moored beside the peninsula. There were infantry guards on the gate but all of the other guard duty ‘on the wire’ was done on a roster by the camp personnel. Guard duty was a serious business. There was little talk and nobody smoked as lighting a match could make you a target. The base was rocketed several times by the Viet Cong but fortunately no one was injured. The Americans provided the rations which were mainly tinned or dehydrated. There was little fresh food but a box of American apples would bring $US50 on the black market and the unit cooks managed to scrounge the occasional box. They went down to a nearby fishing village and bargained with the women. David’s job was to get a box of crabs. They were black and muddy and dreadful to look at but were delicious when cooked. David was one of four cooks who prepared meals using petrol-fuelled camp ovens with immersion heaters for up to 125 signallers. As well as the normal meals, the cooks prepared morning tea with chocolate, tea, coffee, cake, biscuits and donuts. This was a very popular event each day with anything up to 100 turning up. Each morning the piquet woke the cooks early and they had to be sitting up out of bed with a smoke in their hand before the piquet left them. It didn’t take them long to dress – the kitchen was so hot that all they ever wore were shorts, socks and boots. The usual tour of duty was 365 days and by the end of that time David had had enough, but he was not replaced until two weeks later. His replacement had already Continued next page
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News from the Council Skill up in mental health first aid and help teens in crisis Do you want to learn how to help young people? Parents, guardians and teachers have the opportunity to take part in fully accredited Youth Mental Health First Aid courses to learn how to assist young people experiencing mental health problems. This award-winning course teaches adults first aid skills to give initial help to young people who are in a mental health crisis or in the early stages of a mental illness. The 14-hour course covers topics such as anxiety, depression, psychosis, alcohol abuse and other drug issues and eating disorders. The dates for Gisborne are April 4, 11, 18 and 27, 6pm–9.30pm at Gisborne Administration Centre, Robertson Street. If these dates don't suit, check with Council for the Lancefield, Woodend or Kyneton dates. To find out more information or book your place, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/live4life, call Loren Polzot on 5422 0275 or email lpolzot@mrsc.vic.gov.au
Gisborne Goss Immunisations up Immunisation rates have increased in the Macedon Ranges according to data from the Australian Immunisation Register. Since the launch of the 'No Jab, No Play' policy in January 2016, immunisation rates for children in the shire from one to five years are now above the national average at 95 per cent, with figures for two-year-olds also increasing. Free immunisation sessions are held in Gisborne on the first Thursday of each month. For information, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/immunisations or call 5422 0333.
Coming to grips with parenthood First time parents are offered a free healthy relationships program as part of the Maternal and Child Health Service. The Baby Makes 3 Program assists couples to explore their relationship changes and discuss ways to create a healthy balance, right from the start. There are three evening sessions attended by both parents. For more information, please call 5422 0281.
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Tree works at Library A mahogany gum tree close to the Gisborne Library, public toilets and car park was in an advanced state of decline and has been removed due to public safety concerns. Council’s arborist had assessed the tree and indicated that the best course of action was to be proactive and remove it before damage to property or people occurred. The hedge maple tree next to the gum will remain.
Council is conducting a bird survey in the Cobaw State Forest (near Lancefield) and we need your help. Join Council environment officers on Sunday April 9 as ornithologist Tanya Loos leads a morning walk through the forest to record bird species. Participants will meet at the corner of Ridge Road and Smiths Track at 8.30am. To book your place, visit mrsc.vic.gov.au/ environment-events or call 5421 9660.
David Parrôt – Vietnam vet From previous page
arrived but the orderly’s office had lost track of David’s record. Finally he made it to the airport at Saigon to find lots of photographers and television people there, not to farewell David and his mates as it turned out, but to greet the pop star Normie Rowe who had just flown in to begin his tour of duty. They flew back to Sydney, arriving after midnight, and were hurried through Customs but several Americans travelling with them on R&R were strip-searched as it was known that Americans were in
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the habit of bringing in drugs and pornography to sell to fund their R&R time. David had never seen drugs used by the Australians in Vietnam but there was certainly a lot of smoking and drinking. David and his mates felt that they had been dumped. Anti-war feelings were running high in Australia by then and they felt that the army just wanted to get rid of them. They even had to find their own accommodation that night in a Sydney hotel. On the following day David flew into Essendon where his parents were
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Congratulations to Sharnee Armstrong, a practice nurse at Neal Street Medical Clinic, who was awarded the 2017 Rural Nurse Award for Victoria on March 25. The award is made by the Rural Workforce Agency of Victoria. Sharnee has worked in Gisborne for more than a decade and has been an exceptional nurse.
Gisborne resident Laura Sparrow sold the first bottles of her own-label wine – The Sparrow – at the St Brigid's Parish Drive-In event in March. Laura has worked at Rowanston on the Track winery near Kyneton for many years. Brooke Moorhouse from Priceline Pharmacy Gisborne was one of only 20 Priceline Pharmacy beauty advisors selected from a pool of over 650 across the country to be part of the Priceline Pharmacy Beauty Team at last month’s Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival.
waiting to pick him up. It was a great relief to finally be home. Reflecting on his time in Vietnam David said, “We were well trained and we were well led by the senior NCOs; that is why we got through.” David was only 60 kilograms when he arrived back and was suffering with carbuncles and was generally unwell. His time in the tropics had been debilitating. Back in Australia he returned to Coles and was managing the store at Williamstown when he went on a blind date to a company dinner dance with Lyn Campbell, a girl from South Kingsville. David and Lyn were married in 1973 and had two daughters Nicole and
Michelle and, later, two grandsons. At a reunion of Viet Vets in 1985 David was shocked to see what had happened to these men whom he had known as young fellows. From that day on he dedicated his life to helping Vietnam Veterans and their families in many ways including supporting over 300 of them at hearings of the Veterans Review Board. Lyn died after a long battle with cancer in 2000 – a grievous loss to David and his daughters. He now lives quietly in New Gisborne but is active in the Viet Vets Central Highlands Branch. David is also a valued, long-time distributor of the Gisborne Gazette.
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HEALTH AND WELLBEING Proudly sponsored by Macedon Ranges Health
FREEMASONS DONATE $5,000 TO MRH Macedon Ranges Health was delighted to receive a cheque for $5,000 from the Freemasons Public Charitable Foundation last month. The donation will go towards the purchase of equipment to enhance the quality of care, resident mobility and safety at the Gisborne Oaks Residential Aged Care facility. "MRH is very fortunate to receive this generous support from the Foundation,” said Don Tidbury, CEO of Macedon Ranges Health. Through our ongoing focus on continuous improvement at the Oaks, we are committed to ensuring our residents' safety, happiness and wellbeing using the latest in available equipment.” Previously the foundation has supported MRH through a donation to fund a new podiatry chair in the Primary Care Program. Don said, “The Freemasons have always been a great friend to MRH and their generous support has enabled us to make significant investments in programs and services to support our growing community.”
Gisborne Masonic Lodge representatives present the cheque to Macedon Ranges Health, (L-R): Darryl Young, Robyn Parish (Manager, Gis Oaks), Don Tidbury (CEO, MRH), Brian du Preez (Master, Gisborne Masonic Lodge), Brian Austen and Graeme Millar.
The benefits of the sound of music
Georgia Caggiati-Shortell has been playing the harp at Gisborne Oaks since she was 14.
Macedon Ranges Health has a wonderful Volunteer Music Therapy Team. Of this team, two groups have been volunteering their time for more than 20 years. There is the Thursday Singalong which was started by Jean Dixon and Anne Duggan in 1989. This group is affectionately known as the “Red Cross” Singers. Merle Jenner plays the piano for this group as well as for the Residents’ Choir and the Songs of Praise program. The Musical Duo headed by Laurie John (whose long-term musical partner
Wally Martin passed away two years ago and has since been replaced by Colin Pope), have performed monthly for the same duration. Ken Reither and Michael Fiteni play guitar every week in the Gisborne Oaks. These gentlemen have sought to find out the individual music preferences of each resident to deliver a more person-centred approach. Richard Whiteley plays piano for resident sing-a-longs and a beautiful young lady, Georgia Caggiati-Shortell, who began playing the harp for our residents when she was only 14, comes in
for special events to share the sweet sound of the harp. The music therapy program has a direct influence on the mental health of the residents and also a cathartic and relaxing effect. Sometimes residents who are mostly non-verbal light up and sing all the words to the songs. This amazing team has been nominated for the category of outstanding achievement for the Minister for Health 2017 Volunteer Awards. Regardless of the outcome, we are proud to have them as part of the Macedon Ranges Health Volunteering Program.
Bequests and donations made to Macedon Ranges Health ensure Gisborne’s growing and ageing community will continue to receive quality health and aged care services well into the future. Your gift can be a special way to remember a loved one or recognise the support and care we provide. For more information on the bequests and donations program, please contact CEO Don Tidbury on 5428 0300, don.tidbury@mrh.org.au or visit www.mrh.org.au
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Gisborne resident celebrates 100 years
Val Cook enjoys a birthday visit from her grandson David and great-granddaughter Scarlett.
Val Cook, one of Gisborne Oaks' much-loved residents, celebrated this milestone with a big function with family and friends in early March. Asked about the secret to longevity, Val said, “No secret really – just a lot of housework!” Val was born and educated in Shepparton and came from a family of great gardeners and fishermen. Val got up every morning at 4.30am when she was at school as it was a 10-mile journey via horse and gig (cart) to school from Toolamba to Shepparton. Prior to marrying her husband John (now deceased), Val worked in a bookshop. After marrying, the family moved around a lot, however Val always had a magnificent garden and won many awards – she made bridal and other floral arrangements from home. Val’s best memories are of her engagement, marriage and the joys of her three children. Today she has six grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The Gisborne Oaks residential care facility is privileged to have Val Cook call Gisborne Oaks home.
Lighten up on Easter, says TOWN It’s Easter this month and, as far as food is concerned, it’s all about chocolate. You’ll find it everywhere you look: on TV, in supermarkets, in magazines and newspapers and all over the kids’ faces. It’s enough to make anyone’s good intentions melt away. Remember that not all Easter eggs
are created equal. The most important here and there, in small amounts. rule when buying one is to read the label If you want to share your experiences with like-minded people and work toand think small. When you’re trying to manoeuvre gether for a healthier you, come and join your way around the chocolate overload us at Gisborne TOWN (Take Off Weight Naturally) Club. and stick to your eating plan, it is most important to know We meet every Monday night from 6pm at the Gisborne Bowlyourself. Be realistic about resisting Club. ing chocolate and just keep If you would like more inforin mind that a whole egg may mation, contact Dianne on 5428 3088 or Kathy on 5428 1334. contain your daily kilojoule intake of food. Di So stick to having a nibble Di Egan
‘Betty’s Boop’ with Betty Doolan One day last month, Gisborne Oaks residents entered the LEP room to find it had been transformed, with beautiful coloured silks hanging from the ceiling. There were lovely large photos of different coloured elephants placed all round the room. One of our care staff had not long returned from her wedding in India and wished to share with staff and residents some pictures of their special day. We tasted some Indian treats, listened to traditional music and looked at some beautiful jewellery. The theme for the residents' discussion group was "Is there is something you always wanted to do but never did?" Now, this is quite a hard thing to think about as I am one of those people who was always “gonna” do this or that. Residents had another day out, with shopping at Big W in Sunbury, a light lunch, then going to see the movie Hidden Figures, so everyone had a good day. On movie day at The Elms Hostel, residents saw Keeping Up Appearances; this gave everyone a laugh. LEP (Life Enhancement Program) staff and residents are going to organise an Art & Craft afternoon at The Elms. It would be good if you would like to come and bring your craft or art to go on show and tell. With the nice weather I have been doing my garden. I have repotted all my plants and replaced all the stones. It is worth all the hard work as when I sit back and look at the finished garden it gives me a great deal of pleasure to know the residents have something nice to look at out their windows. Stay safe, Betty
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Speech pathology and screenings @ MRH Statistics show that 20% of four-yearold children in Australia have difficulty understanding or using language, and children with a language impairment are six times more likely to have a reading problem than children without. Speech pathologist Laura Hansen is able to provide speech and language screening assessments to children aged three to seven years old. The benefits of this screening include early detection of communication difficulties, identifying the need for further evaluation and starting speech pathology intervention prior to children starting school. Each child will be screened for difficulties in areas such as articulation (speech sounds), fluency (stuttering) and social/interpersonal skills. A 20-minute screening is $10 per child. To book an appointment or for enquiries about speech pathology services, please contact Laura at Macedon Ranges Health on 5428 0300 or email laura.hansen@mrh.org.au
Cervical screening @ MRH As a new five-yearly HPV test is gaining increased media attention, many women are turning to their health providers for more information. A clinical trial is being conducted (known as the Compass Trial) comparing 2.5-yearly Pap test screening with 5-yearly Human Papillomavirus (HPV) screening. It is the first large-scale clinical trial internationally to assess these screening tests in an HPV-vaccinated population. If you would like to be in the Compass Trial, please contact Louise Beer – you need to be aged 25-36½ years AND born after 1 May 1980. For further details please email louise.beer@mrh.org.au or call 5428 0300 for an appointment. All women are reminded to make an appointment for their regular screening which is recommended to continue until 70 years of age. For more information on the Compass Trial please go to www.compasstrial.org.au
The rain cleared in time for the annual Twilight Cemetery Walk, with almost 30 people attending at Macedon Cemetery. Thanks to society members who presented the stories of many early residents whose resting place is the tranquil Macedon Cemetery, situated in the valley of Mount Macedon.
Gisborne Bushwalkers at Aireys Inlet Lookout.
Adelaide bushwalkers join locals The Adelaide Retired Persons Association has an active over-50s group and 40 of them will be enjoying walks in the Macedon Ranges from April 30 to May 8. They will be guests of the Gisborne Bushwalking Club who have organised 13 walks and arranged some other social activities as well. Member Lorraine convened a Gisborne organising committee and coordinated other members who are leading walks that will showcase the Macedon Ranges and other favourite walking locations such as Werribee Gorge, Lerderderg Gorge, Daylesford and Maldon. It is intended that a group of the Gisborne Bushwalkers will go to Adelaide in
the next 12 months for return hospitality. Plans for similar exchanges in Tasmania are now being considered. Meanwhile, the continuing warm weather was superb for a recent walk at Aireys Inlet organised by Nigel, and a canoeing weekend on the Goulburn organised by Shirley. Let’s hope it stays fine for the upcoming Lerderderg East Walk, to be led by Gail. If this sounds interesting to you and you would like to know more about the Club’s activities, contact our President, Pierre Muehlheim, on 5428 3490, Vicepresident, Peter Bishop, on 5427 0888 or visit www.gisbornebwc.au Peter Bishop
Mental health help available free The ATAPS plan (Access To Allied Psychological Services) allows individuals over 12 years of age who hold a health care card access to free counselling services, to support those who are experiencing mental health issues including: Anxiety (e.g. sleep disturbances, panic and stress disorders) Depression, postnatal and antenatal depression Drug and/or alcohol misuse Relationship and family issues Life transition issues Grief and loss
This service can provide up to 12 sessions per calendar year and is available to individuals who hold a health care card and who have been diagnosed with a mental health illness. A Mental Health Treatment Plan and a CAREinMIND referral form are required and must be faxed to (03) 9348 0750. Andrea de Visser is an ATAPS mental health nurse based in the Macedon Ranges. At present counselling sessions are based at Gisborne Medical Centre, 16 Brantome Street, Gisborne.
Visitors braved the damp to hear the history of the cemetery. Society members are working diligently for the Heritage Adviser of Macedon Ranges Shire at additional working sessions to provide historical research on 33 properties in Gisborne and New Gisborne, so that these properties can be considered for addition to the heritage overlay. Royal Historical Society visit The next function will be a trip to the Royal Historical Society of Victoria on Wednesday April 12 (on which day the Court House will not be open for research). Enquiries to the society on Wednesdays 5428 1450 or Lois and Graeme on 5428 4500.
RAMBLERS The Friday walks for April are: 7 Trentham – Lyonsville Rail Trail 14 Good Friday (To be decided on the day) 21 Bullengarook – Whites Road loop 28 Bullengarook – Fitzgerald Road north loop. We meet at the Gisborne Tennis Club in Dixon Field about 9.20am. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided at the end of the walk.
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1st Macedon Scouts report
Venturers on 'Anything Goes' camp
Not only have the 1st Macedon Scouts been working solidly on their scouting and having-fun skills, they have been busy with fundraising barbecues in March. The Scouts have come up with a list as long as the summer holidays of things they would like to do this year. Scuba diving, water safety, two camps and practice for the annual hard-core scouting challenge, Scouthike 17, are on the agenda for the next few months. Phew, it's tiring just thinking about it all. Scouts meet on Tuesday nights, Cubs meet on Wednesday. Contact Ken Bryce on 0407 737 386 for more details.
1st Gisborne Venturers recently attended 'Anything Goes' at Lardner Park near Warragul. This is a yearly camp attended by Venturers from across Victoria and some from L-R: Renee StockNSW. There are a number of activi- dale, Hayley Stewties available, from helicopter rides art, Nicole Matthey to bubble soccer and jelly wrestling. and Nicole McAllister enjoyed 'AnyThere is something for everyone. thing Goes'. The weekend is an opportunity to reunite with friends from across the state who we may not get to see often enough, and to create new friendships that could last a lifetime. Interested in joining 1st Gisborne Scout Group? Please email admin@1stgisborne.com.au or phone 0487 706 804. We cater for Joey Scouts (6 years) to Rovers (26 years) and are always interested in anyone who would like to volunteer their time as a leader or on our group committee.
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Scout Group named in honour of 'Aggers' First term is well under way at 1st New Gisborne. The first big event was a Founders Day ceremony (February 22) when Mrs Lou Weller named our Scouts the “Weller Troop” in loving memory of her late husband John “Aggers” Weller. Scouts then had their first 2017 camp, with all having a great time at Anglesea. Next the Cub Scout’s “Pirate Camp” also took place at Anglesea. There was much fun and splashing at our recent “Cardboard Canoe” regatta at Treetops. Several sinkings, but all were saved! Our Joey Mob thrives, with three investitures in late March and new leaders being trained under the helpful eye of Joey Leader Jacinta (“Koala”). Planning is under way for further camps including a Group Camp in June, a “Getting to know Venturers” camp in July, Father’s Day camp in Septem ber and our October “Purpose Driven Scout” Camp. Cubs and Scouts continue their interest in model rockets and look forward to seeing their own rock launched soon at Serpentine near Bendigo. ets We meet on Wednesdays from 6pm to 8pm at the Gisborne Church of Christ, Saunders Road, New Gisborne. Contact Group Leader John Frearson (“Skipper”) on 0450 922 787 or at johnfrearson@mac.com
Angus, Brock, Jacqui, Lewis and Angus worked the barbecue at the Wombat Forest Mountain Bike Race to raise funds for Angus to go to a Scout Jamboree in Mongolia later this year.
Cleaning up Australia
Scouts and Cubs rallied in good numbers to clear up all these bags of litter on Clean Up Australia Day in early March.
Guides learn the art of financial responsibility Gisborne Girl Guides have had a busy start to the year. We joined the Scouts to celebrate Thinking Day on February 22 which celebrates the birthdays of both Robert and Olave Baden-Powell. The girls welcomed new member Amelia to the group. This term we are working on a new badge that educates girls on financial responsibility. The girls are also completing their Health and Fitness badge. They decided to cook pancakes to coincide with Shrove Tuesday. If you have turned eight or older and would like to try Girl Guides give Deb a call on 5426 1931. We meet on a Thursday between 5 and 6.30pm at the Hall in Howey Street.
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For the green thumbs . . . Garden jobs for April
DOWN TO EARTH with Rosemary Davies
Introducing the Federation of Environment and Horticulture for the Macedon Ranges
In the flower and ornamental garden Our very first quarter of the year as predicted has been very dry for gardens and it is particularly obvious after all the lush growth we had in early spring with our good rainfall. Many plants especially larger trees and shrubs have been under great stress trying to find enough moisture. This weather will make many leaves of deciduous trees colour up and drop early. As soon as the garden beds have had a deep soaking for a few days, then it is time for composting and manuring. Sprinkle a layer several centimetres deep over the damp soil and dig it through lightly to add nutrients and precious fibre to the soil. This Anzac Day or the weekend close to it, how about planting a special tree or shrub in your garden as a living symbol and a tribute to celebrate how lucky we are to be alive in Australia. Plant some more winter/spring flowering bulbs into a sunny spot in the damp soil.
In the vegie and fruit garden
Dig over the vegie patch and mix through some compost or slow release organic fertiliser, then water the soil well so the microbes get active ready to help feed any new plants. Plant onions, broad beans, radish Kale, cabbage, cauliflower, carrot ‘All Seasons’. Add a light layer of mulch over the soil surface
A native alternative to planting in the Macedon Ranges
to help keep the warmth and moisture in at this time of the year. Divide any perennial herbs and add them as a border around the edges of garden beds. Air dry some bunches of chives, mint, oregano and lemon balm to keep you in herb flavourings over winter.
In the native garden
Many native plants can be grown from seed now. Some may need pre-treatment with heat, boiling water or scarification. Remember more variety of plantings, more range of different-sized plants gives more habitats for our gorgeous native birds. Fallen autumn leaves when raked up can even be used on native garden beds for a mulch.
In the family garden
What about planting some tall and dwarf Easter daisies into the garden these holidays? They range in size and colour from pastel pink, mauve, purple, purple/ blue and white so there are plenty to choose from. These plants need plenty of sunshine and regular watering to give weeks of great colour. After flowering cut the old stems to the ground. As these are perennial plants, the roots and shoots will grow to give flowers every Easter. Give the garden a good tidy up together, then have fun creating an outdoor Easter egg hunt.
Have you recently moved to the area? Or are you a long-term resident. Either way, we thought as a local environmental group that it might be helpful to share ideas to help the local environment maintain its integrity yet provide attractive alternatives to the traditional Englishstyle planting people often turn to because information on anything else is not easily available. The suggested alternatives are loved by native birds, especially the little ones that are such a delight to watch and are great at keeping insect numbers down. We hope to contribute a continuing series looking at common non-native plantings and offering suggestions for native alternatives each month. To start with, we’re looking at agapanthus. It is a favourite for a number of reasons: it’s cheap, showy, low maintenance and grows en masse. However agapanthus are not friendly to soil integrity, drain every ounce of moisture and over time reduce the preferred habitat for native birds. Classified as a weed in the Macedon ranges, they are expert at escaping from gardens into the native bush, where they evict native annuals and orchids. (A helpful way to contain agapanthus is to dead-head them after flowering to prevent them throwing seed.) So what to use instead? How about (spinyheaded mat-rush (Lomandra longifolia) or
The spiny-headed mat-rush is a great alternative to agapanthus. arching flax lily (Dianella longifolia), blackanther flax lily (Dianella revoluta), or variable sword sedge (Lepidosperma laterale). All are fabulous as ground covers or border plants and once established can be easily divided. Best of all, they are kind to the soil, locally suitable, drought and frostresistant. Expect a showing of dainty blue flowers from the flax. One thing to remember is that just like ‘oils ain’t oils’, natives ain’t just natives. Planting in the wrong setting may lead to a native becoming just as problematic as a non-native. A handy reference for the Macedon Ranges is Growing Sustainable Gardens in Riddells Creek and Clarkefield. The Macedon Ranges Shire Council also has a list of suggested plants for the area and is an informative source. If you have any queries or would like to join the group, contact us at fehmrinc@gmail. com
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Landcare group looks a reality
A new Landcare group for Gisborne moved a step closer in March. About 20 people met at the council chambers on March 23 with members of Landcare Australia and agreed on a range of issues of local interest including weed control, pest animal management, waterways monitoring and education. Enough people volunteered to take on executive positions, so a group can now be formalised. A meeting to formally elect officeholders will be held on Thursday April 6. Anyone interested in joining the new Landcare group or just finding out more about it is invited to attend. The venue had yet to be finalised as the Gazette went to press but details of time and place will be posted on the Upper Deep Creek Landcare Network Facebook page as soon as possible.
Early start and bus trip presage delightful day out GISBORNE GARDEN CLUB A 15-minute drive after lunch took us to the Garden Although involving around five hours of Vineyard, a private garden that offered, as well as a travel, the bus trip on March 8 was indeed significant vineyard, broad areas of lush lawns, wide worth every minute. perennial borders, significant stands of Canadian Maples Setting out at 8am, the beautiful autumn and Birches and a variety of “garden rooms”, achieved with morning heralded a day that would prove to be perfect for use of both tall hedging and timber structures. Having maximum enjoyment of the venues planned for the day. enjoyed delicious passionfruit sponge for afternoon tea we were all set for the journey back to Gisborne. After stopping briefly for morning tea at Arthur’s Seat, we proceeded to Shoreham to Montalto Vineyard A great day! The next meeting is on April 12 at a and Olive Grove where, having been given a guided tour of the extensive and very productive Kitchen member’s garden in Mt Macedon. The club Gardens, we were treated to an equally extensive meets on the second Wednesday of the month, lunch enabling us to sample some of the produce. generally between 1pm and 3pm. For further information please contact Kerry Seated on the terrace overlooking the gardens, we on 0408 115 759. were able to appreciate the view to the vineyards and olive groves in the distance. Kerry Kerry Langmaid
Pines removed to improve conditions for indigenous trees and plants Daly Nature Reserve news
MT MACEDON & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY INC. On Tuesday April 4, the Macedon Ranges mayor, Jennifer Anderson, will speak on the subject of ‘Developing a Policy on Verge Gardens’. This will be of interest to many who like the idea of using verges to grow and share produce with neighbours. Looking ahead to May, and our speaker night on Tuesday May 2 will see the Horticultural Curator at Melbourne University, Tim Uebergang, visiting to speak on ‘The System Garden.’ Meetings start at 8pm at the Horticulture Hall, Mt Macedon Road, Mt Macedon. Visitors are welcome. Entry is $5 for non-members.
Serrated tussock travelling in fodder The Victorian Serrated Tussock Working Party asks landowners to ensure fodder and hay bought this autumn is free of noxious weeds and in particular serrated tussock (Nassella trichotoma). The previous year has seen perfect conditions for this weed of national significance to seed prolifically, resulting in many paddocks being infested prior to bailing for fodder. The working party executive officer, Martin Deering, suggests landowners try to have a designated feed-out area on their property, which allows them to monitor this area regularly for the germination of noxious weeds and serrated tussock.
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Towards the end of February we saw the felling and trimming of the pines in the reserve. At last there is plenty of light for new indigenous plants to emerge and better survival conditions for existing native trees. With less competition from the pines, the reserve bushland will be invigorated. The arborist created a few hollows in the remaining trunks for wildlife habitat. Working bees have cleared residual pine needles and larger logs have been moved to the perimeters. This work has been made possible through a Federal
Government grant assisted by Rob Mitchell’s office and we have worked in partnership with Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Friends of Daly Nature Reserve took part in Clean Up Australia Day. There has been a decrease in litter during the years of our involvement, which will be partly due to our monthly litter collection. We never know who will attend these occasions but please enjoy our photograph of one very willing helper. Working bees are held on the second Tuesday each month, sign-in at 9.30am and enjoy a cuppa at 11am. Direct enquiries about working bees and membership to dalyreserve@hotmail.com. Irene Perkin
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Recycled water plant to upgrade
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Western Water is planning to upgrade the Gisborne Recycled Water Plant. The upgrade is needed to cater to the area’s growing population, and improve the quality of recycled water produced at the plant. The plant, located east of the Calder Freeway alongside Jackson Creek, treats 570 million litres of sewage a year from Gisborne, New Gisborne and Macedon. Recycled water is pumped to sports grounds and agribusinesses such as vineyards and olive groves for irrigation. This saves millions of litres of drinking water every year. Excess recycled water can be released into Jackson Creek under a strict EPA licence. The upgrade will include a new filtration system and UV disinfection system. The project will not have any impact on nearby residents.
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Ron Weste observed this adult male white-necked heron at Sanatorium Lake on Mt Macedon recently.
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Quick Business Tips with Jessica Bonanno customers as people. Find out what they’re looking for, their challenges, what past experiences they’ve had, how they found you, their lifestyle. You gain more by asking how you can help someone than by saying what you sell. 3. Networking & Learning. I hear sighs; but networking allows you to learn about yourself and your business. Take note of questions you’re asked and give some information proving your knowledge and capability. Attend industry conferences, awards, workshops etc to keep up in your field and talk to people about your business. 4. Alliances. Almost all businesses
can connect with another with similar audiences. Cross promotions and sharing strategies are a great way to extend exposure and relationships. For example, a fitness instructor can tap into health and clothing businesses. A domestic tradesman can tap into other trade services, hardware distributors, interior designers and cleaners. 5. An online presence. Yes, you should engage someone to build or review your business online. On social media, spend less about your sales and more about what may interest your customer. Overall, understand your customer, their experience and needs, and be there to solve their problem to the level at which you position yourself. Jessica Bonanno jessica@littlebigresource.com.au
This report is taken from the Bacchus Marsh Express of Saturday February 25 1893. “BULLENGAROOK (From our special correspondent.) Last Saturday was another of the few days of intense heat that we have experienced this season. The wind blew as if it would blow its last, while the sun’s heat was almost unbearable. Upon such a day, and at this time of the year, farmers are on the alert for bushfires, the danger being great this year, owing to the grass being very long, and upon days such as Saturday was, many thousands have from time to time been rendered homeless in this country. And Saturday did not pass without a little excitement, for about half past 10 o’clock, while we were at the post office getting our mail, the diligent eye of my old friend Mr M. Hagan saw smoke issuing from the Pyrete Creek east from Mr Cantwell’s property, which caused no small alarm to the residents, for it was plainly seen that there was a fire, and spreading rapidly too. Now how it was started is the question. Some say it must have been maliciously done, others say it might have been started by phosphorised oats that the Government men are putting down at present for the rabbits not being properly mixed, but conjectures of this sort, I suppose, are all that we will ever know about it. But where rabbit poison is mixed by amateurs there is great danger if the phosphorous is not properly dissolved, but I have no doubt that the men who are mixing for the Government are experienced men, and do their work thoroughly. However, by prompt action the residents got the fire under control before much damage was done, the wind being in their favour.”
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It was all smiles for the Division 1 winners after their momentous win.
A day that was 53 years in the making Gisborne and District Bowling Club members were over the moon to finally win a Division 1 premiership, after 53 years. Gisborne defeated Lancefield 97-85 in Kyneton on March 11 and finished the Central Highlands Bowls seasons without defeat. The team is still walking tall after their success on the green.
In other bowls news... 1. Ladies Championship: The final of the Club’s Ladies Championship was played recently between Flo Roche and Rhonda Kelaart. It was a close game in the early stages with some good bowls being played by both women. Flo edged away towards the finish of the match to win 2517. Congratulations to both Flo Roche (left) and ladies on reaching the final. Rhonda Kelaart. Flo was very excited to win as this is her first championship win at Gisborne. – Dorothy Evans
Steady hands help secure the Division 1 bowls title for Gisborne.
2. Chicken and Champagne tournament: Gisborne Bowling Club held its annual Chicken and Champagne day on February 24. The day was generously sponsored by Damien and Rob, managers of R&D Auto Electrics; 22 teams competed. We thank Rhonda Kelaart, Robyn and Dave Wesney and all our members for their tireless work setting up stalls, catering for lunch and running the day. The clubhouse was decorated with flower arrangements by Teresa Wylie and the day ran like clockwork. We also thank all our members for their generous donations of produce and goods for the stall. The winner was a team from Wallan. One member, Beryl Stewart, has been playing for more than 53 years and it was wonderful to see her and her team win on the day. Everyone had a wonderful day and all the teams have already entered again for next year.
The case for fly fishing as meditation Readers may think club members are a group of men, women, and youngsters who are all just interested in the art, science and methodology of fly fishing (as well as having a lot of fun). But in the context of “mindfulness as meditation”, let’s also consider mindfulness when fly fishing as meditation and the possible ensuing benefits. I believe the essentials of mindfulness and the benefits flowing from it are natural to the sport: setting some time aside from the everyday; observing the present moment as it is; not judging your performance but focusing on the actual fishing; staying in the present moment even when your mind wants to wander to other matters. Imagine carefully casting that sinuous
fly line across the water in a graceful loop and gently placing the fly in anticipation of the swirl and splash of the rising fish; standing in the open, with the sensuous surrounds of water, living vegetation, insect and animal life, bounded only by the vault of the sky. To me, living in that moment is mindfulness “meditation”. That’s an experience that always brings me a special sense of peace and rejuvenation. Visit www.calderflyfishing.com.au for more information on trips, club activities or to contact us. Louis Bokor
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Thunder swimmers do club proud at junior competition Twenty-two Gisborne Thunder swimmers competed at the Central Victorian Championships on March 5. It was a very successful meet with many personal best times achieved and a total of 16 medals awarded. Our relay teams were particularly successful with four second places and two thirds. Thunder achieved an overall placing of third in Central Victoria, an outstanding achievement! Fourteen of our younger swimmers qualified to compete at the Victorian Country All Junior Competition semi-final on March 18 at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. Campbell Baker, Trea Harkin, Charlotte Matthews, Zack Matthews, Darcy Smith, Dempsey Smith and Tyler Theodore made it through the finals on March 19.
All swimmers pushed themselves to achieve personal best times. Darcy Smith won in the 11-year-old 50m freestyle and was second in the butterfly and breaststroke, and Dempsey Smith placed second in the 9-year-old 50m breaststroke. We are proud of all of you. There will be no club night in March or April due to our Club Championships being held on March 25. Members who have competed in at least three club nights are eligible to enter. We will hold our annual presentation night on Friday April 21 at Holy Cross Primary School. Our next club night will be on Saturday May 13 at the Gisborne Aquatic Centre at 5pm. New swimmers are very welcome to come along and compete for free. Faye Matthews
Club members were thrilled with their latest results.
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Croquet goes from strength to strength Macedon Ranges Croquet Club hosted another very successful social day on March 15. We had visitors from eight clubs: Drysdale, Ballarat Western, Eaglehawk, Brimbank, Essendon, Brunswick, Kyneton and Ballarat Alexandra. Thanks to our games organisers we had the perfect draw and no person played with or against anyone more than once. Four games were played by each person, with the last really testing our fitness as it was a very hot day. Our facilities were stretched too with more than 50 people present, either playing, working or just looking on. The Anders family is in good form. Ken took out Club Champion last month and now Ros has decided to join the celebrations as she was winner of the social day after a play-off against Ian Harrowfield from Essendon. Both ended with four wins and the same number of hoops. Well done Ros! This month sees the start of our Easter Raffle. This is always a great fundraiser for us. Please look out for us in Gisborne. Last month I quoted the magic figure of 50 members, but now I can say it will probably top 60. To all club members, thank you! Together we make a great club. Margaret Wardell
Stoked Macedon A2 winners Luca Fattore, Oscar Barry, Alex Cruikshank, Bryn Rowland and Tully Fattore.
A2 hurray and Open Day at Macedon Congratulations to our Junior A2 team who won their grand final in March! The Macedon Tennis Club held its annual open day last on March 19. It was a glorious sunny day and we had a great turnout of members and new faces coming to check out the loveliest tennis club in the Macedon region. We had a gourmet barbecue complete with the obligatory white bread, thin sausages, fried onion and sauce. Masterchef does Macedon! We presented a life membership to
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Eric Thornton who is still playing tennis at the impressive age of 86 and into his 20th year of membership at the Macedon Club! Just a pup by comparison is another of our leading personalities, John Tadd, who despite recent heart surgery has just competed in his 26th year at Country Week in Yarrawonga. These two gents demonstrate the reason why our kids should be playing tennis, a sport that can be a lifetime commitment! Happy hitting, Lisa
The Gisborne Ladies put on a great day for their Annual Bowl. The weather was cool and overcast, perfect for golf for the 70 ladies from 21 clubs. The course was also in great condition for this time of year. The first time winners came from Melton Valley – Gillian Thorp, Mary Chapman and Margaret Mahoney, with 104 points. Winners of A: Karen McQueen, Southern, 38pts; B: Fatima Allie, Medway, 34pts; C: Gillian Thorp, Melton, 38pts. Fun Golf for Ladies has begun on Mondays, 9.45am for 10am, at a minimal cost for those with or without experience. The format is very simple – no scoring, relief from bad lies and bunkers, and morning tea. Please contact Robyn ar robynmbutler@bigpond.com The Club Championships have been decided after three weeks of stroke competition. A Grade – Jo-anne McPhee was out of contention but stormed back with a 79 to win by six strokes. Runner up was Marg Ivory; B Grade – Helen Flentje had a very ordinary first round, then had two good scores to be the winner by six shots. Runner up was Louise Ball; C Grade – a great tussle between the eventual winner Judy Trimble and ‘veteran’ Pat Campbell, by four shots. Margaret Barker
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Five local cricket teams won their grand finals last month. Photographer Chris Fleming captured the action
Gisborne McIntyre Cup and C Grade Grand Final winners.
A thrilling moment on the third day of the McIntyre Cup Grand Final.
Gisborne U13 Grand Final winners.
Under 17 Grand Final on March 12: Gisborne Red defeated Gisborne White by five wickets in a tight test
Macedon G Grade North premiership winners.
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Footballers take on cricketers Did he make his ground? A cricketer dives to beat a good throw during the 20/20 Cricketers v Footballers fundraiser at Gardiner Reserve last month.
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Discus throwers now have cages at Dixon Field
Macedon Coach Jeff Andrews with Matt Dick (left) and Daniel Markworth, both former AFL players.
Macedon Cats recruit from AFL With practice matches under way and the regular season only weeks away, the Macedon Cats are looking to improve again this year after a disappointing exit from the 2016 finals. New faces to the Cats for 2017 are Matt Dick (exCarlton), Errol McConnell (ex-Oak Park), Chris Kilmartin (ex-Merrigum), and Jonathan Barnett (ex-Merrigum). Matt Dick grew up at Macedon and attended Braemar College before being signed by Sydney, then Carlton. Damien Fitzpatrick has retired and Alistair Meldrum and Steven Wylie have departed to Avoca. Youngsters to watch are Harry Brundell, Jeff Fox, Wil Floreani, Toby Sims and Jack Wilson. Aaron Christensen and Daniel Markworth both look set for big seasons after having late starts to the 2016 season. The Cats look set to be well led, with the leadership group comprising James Wright (Captain) and Jack Mills and Casey Summerfield as Vice-Captains. Skipper James Wright is welcomed back after he missed most of last year due to joining the CFA. Macedon has been training since late November with the majority of the squad in really good shape according to assistant coach Tom Waters. “The boys have worked hard and are really looking forward to the season opener against Wallan,” he said. The Cats will be tested in the opening rounds, playing three finalists from 2016 plus arch-rivals Woodend Hesket in the first four games. Jeff Andrews, Senior Coach
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Two discus cages were officially opened at Dixon Field at Gisborne Little Athletics’ session on March 17. Gisborne & District Community Bank branch of Bendigo Bank and Macedon Ranges Shire Council provided funding to Gisborne Little Athletics to build the cages and branch Chairman Graham Stewart and Mayor Jennifer Anderson cut ribbons to mark the opening. The new cages will provide increased safety for participants and spectators, the ability for athletes to use a proper spin technique, and the opportunity for athletes to become comfortable throwing in cages before they reach regional or higher level competitions. There are already a number of strong Discus competitors in our local community including Alannah Hydon-Woods from Gisborne Little Athletics who finished second in the Victorian schools championships and competed at the nationals. The cages are available for use by local Little Athletics clubs, schools who use the facility for their athletics days and local athletes. Holy Cross Primary School was the first school to use the cages, in late March. All involved look forward to new generations of kids using the cages and being enthusiastic about athletics for many years to come.
Graham Stewart of Bendigo Bank, Shane Clough and Steve van Emmerik of Gisborne Little Athletics and Mayor Jennifer Anderson at the opening.
Footy’s back this month (although it never really leaves) for the Gisborne Masters Football Club. We head down to Melton on April 2 for a mini carnival where teams play two shortened games, followed by our first game for the year will be against Sunbury on April 23 at Gardiner Reserve. The Bulldogs consider themselves a “Men’s Shed” of those who have an interest in footy. Participation is encouraged on many levels, whether on the social side or more actively through training or playing. The level of participation is totally up to you. Although you have to be over 35 to compete, we welcome those of any age and ability to be part of our great local club. We are family orientated so the kids are welcome to train and learn a few skills from the old timers. If you love your footy, keeping fit and having a laugh but can’t keep up with the young blokes, pop down to Sankey reserve (with the kids) on Wednesdays at 6.30pm then join us afterwards for Frank’s barbecue.
Bernie reflects on the win.
‘Jolly Roger’ returns to Gisborne club The Mt Macedon Petanque Club members played their hearts out to regain the “Jolly Roger” Trophy and Flag from Camberwell Petanque Club. This annual event is always the friendliest competition on our calendar, with a high standard of play. Over the day four rounds to 13 points were played, combining triples and doubles. Two rounds before lunch, provided by the club. Morning and afternoon refreshments are always supplied by the visiting team. After lunch with the scores very even, the Mt Macedon players wound into top gear, finishing up with 24 to 13 game wins. The top players for Mt Macedon were Adrian Metheringham, Joan Gladman, Alison Kinghorn and Vincent Ruiz. All 42 players agreed the day was again a great success. In the meantime, club members are travelling to various competitions around Victoria. Wednesday evening sessions have now ceased, but anyone is welcome to visit the playing area behind the Caltex Service Station, Station Road, Gisborne, on the second and fourth Saturday mornings of the month from 10am. For more information, contact Doreen on 0417 552 063.
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The CHURCHES Sponsored by Anglican Parish of Gisborne ■ Uniting Church in Australia ■ St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Gisborne ■ House of the Rock Church, Gisborne ■ Gisborne Church of Christ ■ Faithworks-Manaaki ■ St Brigid’s Parish.
Faith has no reason to fear, says speaker The causes supported by the Gisborne Uniting congregation include the proChurch hosted vision of hygiene kits for young one of Australia’s Pacific Island women and leading thinkers weekly contributions of food when Rachael for those in need, particularly Kohn delivered the unemployed and underthe annual Peter Barcham employed, and for asylum Memorial Lecture. seekers. More than 100 people listened The congregation also joined intently as Dr Kohn, well known others on March 29 for another as an ABC Radio National picnic at Hanging Rock, this presenter, spoke of the impact of time hosting refugees and fear on faith and the faithful. asylum seekers whose plight She spoke about the continues to challenge us as increasing level of fear, Australians. particularly in Western countries This month also sees our and about the secular attacks on people who are serious about D’Arcy Wood, Rachael Kohn and Pastor Annette Brantome Street address as the location for the annual car boot faith. She also spoke firmly Buckley at the lecture. about the anti-Semitic sentiments that locals to join in our activities. A craft sale. This is an ideal opportunity to sell lie scarcely below the surface in our group meets on the second Tuesday of one’s goods in person rather than via society. Her conclusion, that faith has each month from 10am to 12.30pm and the web. Enquiries to Noel Hemphill on no reason to fear, was an affirming one enjoys finding new ways of creating 5428 2624. For information on our activities, ring to those present. beautiful pieces of work as well as D’Arcy Wood on 5428 6700. There are other opportunities for making goods for worthy causes.
St Brigid’s Parish Journey to Easter There are many customs that signify Easter around the world. In Australia we have hot cross buns and Easter eggs. Germans have Easter egg trees and Osterbrot (Easter bread). In Bermuda it’s the Easter kites, in Poland it’s an Easter lamb made of butter and in the Czech Republic there is Whipping Monday. Some traditions can be explained and some defy explanation, but worldwide there is one thing that is done at Easter that goes beyond tradition. On Good Friday, worldwide, Christian people gather at church to remember the crucifixion of Jesus. On Easter Sunday, worldwide, Christian people gather at church to remember the resurrection of Jesus. Why not come to church on both of these days to remember something that we believe gives meaning to Easter. Look beyond the tradition and seek the meaning. Good Friday service: 9.30am. Easter Sunday service: at 10.30am. If you require further information, please contact Matt Tegart on Matt Tegart 0466 648 400.
Easter for many Christians is the most important festival of the year. Holy week marks the culmination of Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting and self-reflection. Christians everywhere mark this as a time to share and be with friends and family. This four-day weekend offers you a chance to celebrate with your loved ones. We’re privileged to live in a society which is moderately safe and free, and should consider, reflect and appreciate our country and of course, those in less fortunate circumstances. St Brigid’s Easter services: April 11: Service of Light into Darkness, 7pm April 12: Communal Service of Forgiveness, 7pm Holy Thursday – April 13: 1st Rite of Reconciliation, 9am; Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7pm Good Friday: Stations of the Cross, 10am Celebration of the Lord’s Passion, 3pm Holy Saturday – April 15: 1st Rite of Reconciliation, 9am Easter Vigil Mass, 7pm Easter Sunday: Mass at St Patrick’s, 9.30am Macedon; Mass at St Brigid’s, 11am Gisborne. Desiree Wherever you are and Chambers whoever you’re with, have a safe and Desiree Chambers Happy Easter.
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St Paul’s Anglican Op Shop Jottings Buying recycled clothing at our shop has never been as popular as it is today. All items are sold at bargain prices which include books, toys, bric-a-brac and kitchenware. All goods on the shelves and racks have been generously donated by you, the public. For many people, money is getting tighter and shopping is becoming a luxury, but not for the smart shoppers. Op shops in Gisborne are home to some amazing finds. One of our volunteers has a Joseph Wallis & Son piano (circa 1860). It is only in fair condition but they would part with it for around $100. If you are interested, please let me know. Next time you buy an item at our op shop or at “Charity’s Secret” in Riddells Creek, you will be greeted with a recyclable and biodegradable Op Shop bag! We encourage you to bring this Joanna Murphy bag into our shops when making future purchases. This month we feature Joanna Murphy who serves on the counter at St Paul’s Op Shop. – Graeme Millar 0413 781 501
A reflection on mind-set at Easter WHEN – Sundays 10am. Encounter Café 10am on Market Sundays WHERE – Manaaki, 35 Aitken Street, Gisborne Here is something for us to think about: “Mind-sets are patterns whereby your mind automatically operates a certain way. That means you can set yourself up for misery by reacting to the same people and circumstances in the same way, yet expecting different results. Maybe you are saying: ‘After all these years I thought he’d change… No matter how hard I try, my family doesn’t appreciate me… How come I’m the only one who makes an effort to stay in touch?’ It’s easy to blame your problems on others. We think the answer lies in getting the other person to do what we want, but that kind of thinking is self-defeating; it gives control to others. Your happiness isn’t determined by other people,
even though you’ve convinced yourself it is. An experienced counsellor writes: If you don’t like the same results… try pushing a different button. Look at your relationships. Is there a situation that’s going downhill despite your best efforts? Are you waiting for something to change, instead of doing something different? Stop pushing the same button. You’re not a victim of circumstances; you don’t have to stay stuck or keep going round in circles.” – www.vision.org.au/the-word-fortoday Darren Farrugia www.faithworkscc.com.au
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There’s more to Easter eggs than you might have imagined Anglican Parish of Gisborne No doubt over the past weeks we have seen in the shops lots of Easter Eggs. The ‘egg’, of course, is a symbol of new life or a new beginning in the sense that the ‘fast’ – that is the abstinence from all animal foods during the season of Lent – is now over and the fast is broken. So on Easter Day, especially in the Orthodox Christian tradition, hard boiled and painted eggs were given out at the end of worship. For Christians, Easter may be likened almost to our new year – for in the Resurrection of Our Lord, a new beginning, a new life and new hope is celebrated. Irrespective of your faith or tradition, I pray that you can find
something new and hopeful to celebrate this Easter. Of course as we celebrate, begin or embrace something new in our lives, it can also mean letting go. For myself this is will certainly be the case as I retire from full-time ministry here in the Parish of Gisborne at the end of April and move to Melbourne. I look forward to the new challenge of living and undertaking some part-time work in Melbourne but will certainly miss the friendship and support of so many in the local communities of Gisborne, Macedon and Riddells Creek. It has been a privilege and joy to be a part of the Macedon Ranges community over these past seven years and to have lived in such a beautiful part of Victoria. Thank you, God bless and Happy Easter. Fr Greg Davies
Easter services Sunday April 9 – Passion/ Palm Sunday: 10am St Paul’s Gisborne – one service only. April 13 – Maundy Thursday: 7.30pm Sung Eucharist, Washing of feet & prayer vigil, St John’s Riddells Creek April 14 – Good Friday: 9am Solemn Liturgy of the Passion of Our Lord, St Paul’s Gisborne. 12 noon – Solemn Liturgy of the Passion of Our Lord, The Church of the Resurrection Macedon Sunday April 15 – Easter Day: 6am Great Vigil and Renewal of Baptismal Vows – followed by breakfast, The Church of the Resurrection Macedon; 9.30am Sung Eucharist and Renewal of Baptismal Vows, St Paul’s Gisborne
House of the Rock Easter is one of the most important days on the Christian calendar. Easter Sunday commemorates the day when we believe Jesus Christ was resurrected from the dead. Different traditions and activities are observed during the period of Lent leading up to Easter Sunday. We look forward to remembering the significance of the great sacrifice Easter represents, and reminds us of God’s greatest gift to mankind: His Son.
Easter gives us a time to recollect inspiration and rekindle our bond with God. It is a good time to reflect upon yourself. As parents, teachers, and family we teach our children the scriptural truths of Easter, but spirituality aside, we love the anticipation and their excitement of Easter egg hunts and well planned family gatherings. For those travelling, we wish you safe travels on your journey.
For those staying locally, there are many services in the Macedon Ranges to attend, and House of the Rock will be celebrating the gospel and resurrection of Jesus Christ at our church, 247 Station Road, New Gisborne at 10am. All are warmly welcome. For any enquires regarding Easter services or matters on your heart, please phone Pastors John and Jenny Barnes on 0400 260 101. Blessings, Liz Stevenson
OBITUARY
Louisa Mary Bradley 19 October 1928 – 17 January 2017 Louisa (Lou) Brooks was born in England in 1928 and was the eldest of 4 children. She was educated in England and Wales and then worked in London. She married Henry (Harry) Bradley in London in 1950 and in the same year migrated to Australia making Lou Bradley Sunshine their first home and where their two daughters Patricia and Lois were born. Lou worked at the Sunshine Post Office as a postwoman and at the Royal Children’s Hospital for 6 years. The family travelled extensively around Australia, and overseas trips included China and the US. When the girls were young, Rye and Warrnambool in Victoria were popular holiday spots. In 1987 Lou and Harry moved to Cairns where daughter Lois was living. Sadly in 1993 Lois was severely injured in a car accident which left her with an acquired brain injury. Lou and Harry helped provide the 24 hour care that was required. Harry passed away in 2002 and Lou continued on alone until 2010 when she made the decision to return to Victoria with Lois to be closer to family, Trish and Trevor Armstrong in Gisborne. Lou soon became a very supportive member of the local CWA and Vision Australia and did volunteer work with the Oaks Op Shop and made some very firm friends. Lou had a great passion for gardening, crocheting and embroidery and her interests included yoga, reading and swimming. Lou was very attached to her family and celebrated all milestones with gusto. She was very devoted to her two daughters, two grandchildren, Emma and Daine and five great grandchildren. A celebration of Lou’s life was held in her beloved garden at 9 The Willows, Gisborne, where her granddaughter Emma assisted in presenting a story of an exceptionally kind and gifted lady.
Skier shares her world championship experience Last month we reported that local downhill ski racer Lily Tomkinson had been selected to represent Australia at the Junior World Championships in Sweden. Here is Lily’s account of her experiences there. I arrived in Europe in the middle of November. Coming off the back of three Australian titles should have meant something, but I knew it means nothing on the world stage. The Austrians are the best and the only thing Australian skiers have in common with them are the first five letters of our countries’ names. Ski racing is Austria’s national sport so I train in Austria and try to chase the best women in the world there. Late one night in February, I received an email from Ski and Snow Boarding Australia that I had been accepted to represent Australia in the World Junior Championships in Are (pronounced
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Ore) in Sweden. My feelings were a mixture of total excitement, fright and how the hell am I going to get there! In March I made my way to Are and met up with the rest of the Australian Team (four of us). My jaw was on the ground for the first two days – this is what my dreams were made of, the smell of ski wax and the murmuring of ski techs. Cars in the lot were emblazoned with ‘Audi World Cup’ and ‘Austrian Ski Team’. The tuning room for the tech work was a huge stadium, a professional level I had never before experienced. No other athletes entered this stadium except for the
Aussies because all the other teams had their own techs. Race day came. My coach was in hospital so inspecting the course was interesting; there were no words of wisdom on the physics of each turn or in the start gate. However, the pitch of the slopes and being in a league with world cup racers was so exciting. My start number was 83 and I was worried knowing the track would be chewed up by then, but hey I was here, two knee reconstructions, a bone graft, crippling travel, homesickness, loneliness and many other obstacles overcome – nothing could get me down now! So I raced. Not the best racing I have done but I made it and I came midfield. Not bad. Next year I will show them that Australia has more in common with Austria than just the first five letters! Lily Tomkinson
Lily at Are, Sweden
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100 Years Ago From the pages of the old Gisborne Gazette APRIL 1917 Gisborne Shire Council–Correspondence received from the Police Dept. re-appointing the Macedon constable, without remuneration, and stating that there is no necessity to appoint a constable an officer of the municipality for such a purpose. His duty in respect to the Local Govt. Act, and the by-laws and regulations made under it, are clearly laid down in Sections 716 and 717 of the Local Gov. Act. However if the Shire Council wish to command his services, they should make him a paid officer of the municipality. War Savings Certificates–Arrangements are now in full swing for the sale of war savings certificates to all members of the public who have money to invest or who can, by the exercise of thrift and saving, make money available for that purpose. No better gilt-edged investment has been offered to the man of small means, and he should not neglect to take advantage of it. An amount of 17s 6d will purchase a certificate of £1, payable in three years after the date of purchase, the difference between 17s 6d and £1 representing compound interest for the period at the rate of 4½ per cent. Fete for French Children–A fete in aid of the French Children Fund was held at Elderslie, by the kind permission of the proprietor, Mr. Lindsay Wilson, on Easter Monday. There was a large attendance and the affair was a great success, £65 being realized. The fete was opened by Mr. Hodges, who asked the judge to make a few remarks. The judge appealed to the patriotism of the gathering. He dwelt particularly on the part taken in the great war by our French Allies, and on the suffering of the little ones, for whose benefit the fete had been organized. Letter to the Editor–Mechanics’ Hall Decorations. Sir, I was present at the very nice social evening tendered to Mr. and Mrs. Roberts in the Mechanics’ Hall on Tuesday night last. I was greatly charmed by the lovely decorations on the stage. But oh! the hideousness of the so-called embellishments on the front of the proscenium. They are something awful, and are offensive to the eye. Snakes, dragons, various other reptiles, mixed up with weird musical instruments and broken-backed female figures. It has the appearance of a representation of a horrible nightmare or a bad attack of the “jim jams”. The hall is a fine one and a credit to Gisborne, but for goodness sake get rid of those awful snakes and things unnameable and undesirable. Yours, etc., A Visitor. Note from Riddell–Never have so many people visited here on a holiday like Eight Hours Day as on Monday last. On the arrival of the first morning train, the railway platform was crowded with sportsmen, campers, and added to these were over 100 visitors belonging to the Salvation Army of the city, with a full brass band. The day was a glorious one and there was a lot of gaiety about. It reminded old residents of the days of the old Easter Sports of the 1870s and eighties, when visitors thronged the place on an Easter Monday from all parts of the State.
What’s On
Regular meetings New members welcome
ADULT RIDING CLUB (Gis.) 2nd Saturday Robertson Res ADULT RIDING CLUB (Bullengarook) 2nd Saturday Rec Reserve ANGLING CLUB 2nd Wed 8pm Railway Hotel Macedon ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP 1st Mon 1-3pm Woodend N’hood House BRIDGE CLUB Mon 12.30, Tues 7.15, Thurs 12.30 St Mary’s Church Hall, Woodend 5420 7595 BUSHWALKING CLUB Tel 5428 2450 CANASTA CLUB 1.30pm every Mon except first Mon of month, Parish centre (behind St Pauls Church, Gisborne) CANCER SUPPORT GROUP last Wed of month MRH 1st Wednesday 8pm Steam Park, New Gisb CAR CLUB CARERS GROUP (MacRanges) 2nd & 4th Thurs, 1pm Woodend RSL 5420 7132 (Note: 4th Thurs carers only) COFFEE FOR CARERS 3rd Tuesday 10am La Cibo Cafe COMMUNITY GARDEN Wed 9am Church of Christ Dixon Field CROQUET CLUB Wed & Sat 10am CWA GISBORNE 2nd Monday 10am Gis Secondary College 662 Mt Macedon Rd CWA MACEDON 3rd Tues 1pm & 7pm DALY RESERVE WORKING BEE 2nd Tues 9.30am EUCHRE Tues 7.30 Doug White Meeting Room 5428 2695 FILM SOCIETY 2nd Wed Woodend Neigh’hood House 5427 2323 FLY FISHING CLUB 4th Wed 7.30pm MRFEC Gisborne FOCUS CLUB 2nd Fri 12 noon Gisborne Golf Club 3rd Sun 10-noon, FRIENDS of JACKSONS CREEK Working bees 5428 1178 or 0417 558 221 GARDEN CLUB 2nd Wed various venues 0408 115 759 GENEALOGY GROUP 4th Thurs 7.30 Family Hist Rm, Library GIRL GUIDES Thursdays 5pm Gis Comm Hall Holy Cross PS GISBORNE SINGERS Tues 7.30pm HISTORICAL SOCIETY open Wed 10am-4pm Court House LIBRARY: TODDLERS’ STORY TIME Mon 10.30am, Wed 10.30am LIONS CLUB DINNER NIGHT Last Friday of month La Cibo Cafe 6pm St Brigid’s Hall MARTIAL ARTS Thurs from 5.15pm MASONIC LODGE 2nd Thurs 7pm Masonic Hall Aitken St Sankey Reserve MASTERS AFL Wed 6.30pm Lyell Street MEN’S SHED BARBECUE Last Mon 12.30pm Horticultural Hall MT MAC & DIST HORT SOC 1st Tues MUFFINS ’N’ MORE 2nd Tues 10am-noon Uniting Church 49 Fisher St MUMS’ GROUP 2nd Mon, 9.30-11.30am OBEDIENCE DOG CLUB Sun 9am Riddells Rec Res OLDE TIME MARKET 1st Sunday 9am-2pm 2nd & 4th Sat, 10am behind Caltex service PETANQUE station, Station Rd, Gisborne PHOENIX ART & CRAFTS 1st Thursday 5428 2835 PHOTOGRAPHIC SOC 1st Tues & 2nd Mon 7pm Riddell’s Creek Neighbourhood House PONY CLUB Bullengarook 1st Sunday Rec Reserve PONY CLUB Gisborne 1st Sunday Robertson Reserve PROBUS 1st Thurs 10am Masonic Hall QUILTERS (Gisb) Wed 7pm Room attached to Gisb Library RAMBLERS Fridays 9.15am Tennis Club Dixon Field RED CROSS 1st Fri 1.30pm Sen Cits Rooms Gisborne Golf Club, ROTARY Tues 6.45 for 7pm book 5428 4483 by 1pm Mon RUNNING GROUP Tues & Thurs 6pm, Sun 8am Gis Aquatic Centre RSL 1st Mon 2pm Hall at 247 Station Rd 5428 2233 SCOTTISH DANCING Thurs 1pm Buffalo Stadium Woodend SENIOR CITS (Macedon) Tues 11am Tony Clarke Res SPINNERS & FIBRE GROUP Tues 12 noon Riddells Ck N’hood House TABLE TENNIS Wed 7.30pm Tony Clarke Res, Macedon THUNDER SWIMMING CLUB 2nd Sat 5pm Gisborne Aquatic Centre TOASTMASTERS 1st & 3rd Tues 7.20pm Senior Citizens Centre, 8 O’Shanassy St, Sunbury T.O.W.N. Mondays 6pm Gisborne Bowls Club TOY LIBRARY 2nd Sat 9.30-11am; 2nd Wed 9-10.30am & 2nd Mon 3.30-4.30pm Robertson St U3A Mondays 10.30am MRFEC ULYSSES GROUP 3rd Tues 6pm Sunbury FC VINTAGE MACHINERY Working bees 1st Sun of month, 8.30am at Steam Park, Meetings last Friday 7pm Steam Park WRITERS GROUP Last Sat of month 2-5pm Woodend N’hood House WRITERS (Scribes & Scribblers) 2nd Tues 10am-12 Riddell N’hood House YOUNG VOICES Thursdays 4.15-5.45pm Norma Richardson Hall, Buckland St, Woodend 5426 4801 or sdggome@patash.com.au
What Else is happening Date Page APRIL All weekends Duneira garden open 1 Macedon Grand Tour 1-2 Blazing Colours exhibition 4 Youth mental health first aid course starts 5 Gisborne Cemetery tour 6 ADFAS lecture on Madame de Pompadour 7 Red Cross / Blumes Fashion show 7 Hannie Rayson at Kyneton Town Hall 7 Organ and piano recital at Resurrection 7 Exhibition of Jane Austen era fashions opens 8 New traffic measures start in Macedon/Mt Macedon 9 Bird walk and count 10 Last day to respond to pet survey 10 Info night on The Fully Monty 12 Visit to Royal Historical Society 12 Business Excellence nominations close 14-16 Easter services 14-16 Trentham Easter Art & Craft Show 18 GSC Chaplaincy raffle drawn 23 Fundraising barbecue at Tieve Tara 25 Anzac Day services 25 Anzac Day stall at Mt Macedon 28 Cabaret at Kyneton Town Hall 29 Slava Grigoryan at Duneira 29-30 Open Studios
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Key local council matters Some key matters dealt with by Macedon Ranges Shire Council on March 22 that affect our area are outlined below. Council abandoned planning amendment C115, which would have permitted more commercial development in Mt Macedon. Council adopted changes to planning amendment C114, which involves design guidelines for Macedon. The changes are based on feedback received from the public and any unresolved submissions will be referred to an independent panel. Grant programs for local events and community projects open on April 1. Three community members, Peter Matthews, Corrine Siddles and Brian Collins, were appointed to Council’s Audit Committee to December 31, 2018. Council supported the implementation of the 12 recommendations identified by the Macedon Ranges Protection Advisory Committee in its final report (dated 27 July 2016).
Baringo FilmClub Club Program Baringo Film Programme
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Apr 3 4 L’Hermine (VCourted) Salmon in October Quiet Chaos The LadyFishing in the Van Yemen October 11 My Year without Sex Ex Machina Apr 10 The Life of Brian I’ve Loved You so October 18 Tais toi Woman in GoldLong Sully Apr 17 Living is Easy with October 25 Philomena Looking for Grace Eyes Closed November 1 Monsieur Lazhar TheinKing’s Speech Eye the Sky Apr 24 Paris-Manhattan
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Proudly supporting the Anzac Day Dawn Service on Mount Macedon. Since we opened, Gisborne & District Community Bank® Branch has contributed more than $500,000 back to local clubs, projects and community groups. We have been a proud supporter of the Anzac Day Dawn Service on Mount Macedon since 2013. This year’s Dawn Service will be held at 6am on Tuesday 25 April. Free bus services to and from the service will operate from townships across the Macedon Ranges and can be booked at www.organscoaches.com.au. A shuttle bus service will also operate from Tony Clarke Reserve in Macedon from 4:15am. No booking is required for this shuttle service.
community event. Why? Because, we know that for us to be successful, our customers and communities need to be successful first. When you choose to bank with us, you’re making a decision that benefits you and the Gisborne & District community. Gisborne & District Community Bank® Branch is not just about money, we’re about the good that money can bring. And what could be bigger than that. Drop into our branch at 11 Nexus Way, Gisborne (behind McDonald’s), phone 5420 7210 or visit us online to find out more.
We are honoured to support this very special
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Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited, ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237879. S48450-7 (346134_v1) (20/03/2017)
MT MACEDON ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE TUESDAY 25TH APRIL 2017 AT 6AM
BUSES OPERATING FROM: Gisborne to Dawn Service
Riddells Creek to Dawn Service
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Gisborne Train Station
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Riddells Creek Primary
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Gisborne Train Station
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Woodend to Dawn Service
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Lancefield–Mechanics Hall
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Romsey–Community Hub
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Tony Clarke Recreation Reserve–Waterfalls Rd, Macedon Buses from Tony Clarke Recreation Reserve in Macedon will
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Sunbury Train Station
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departing at 4:15AM and the last bus departing at 5:20AM. No booking required for this service.
Kyneton to Dawn Service DEPART:
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BOOKINGS FOR ALL BUS SERVICES ESSENTIAL To book visit: WWW.ORGANSCOACHES.COM.AU or phone: 5422 1788 Gold coin donation appreciated
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Lancefield and Romsey
ACCESS TO DAWN SERVICE VIA BUS ONLY
CAMERON DRIVE CLOSED
For further information, visit the: Mt Macedon Anzac Day Dawn Service Facebook page.
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