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Kids Corner FROM the Editor’s Desk with Bryan Power

Red Cross Centenary The Gazette congratulates the members of the Gisborne Red Cross as they recall their years of service to the Gisborne community and beyond. You’ll enjoy reading their history on page 22. Allied with their origin that was reported in the 100 Years Ago column last month you’ll find a report in this edition of a farewell to two local men who were heading for the battlefields overseas. No doubt, sadly, there will be paragraphs in the months ahead reporting the casualties of local men in that dreadful war.

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Elaine Gregory honoured We have been saddened to hear of Elaine’s health problems and congratulate the Rotary Club of Gisborne for awarding Elaine an honorary membership in recognition of her dedication to the club. Elaine wrote excellent regular reports about the club and about Focus for the Gazette for a number of years. Thank you Elaine. Go well.

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John Bourne retires Another local identity whose presence in the library we are about to miss is long-time librarian John Bourne. Thanks to you too John for your enthusiastic support of the Gazette from its inception.

Footy Finals coming up September means spring, warmer weather and brighter gardens. It also means footy and netball finals and the Gazette wishes the best of luck to the many Gisborne and Macedon teams that will be fighting it out for ultimate glory by the end of the month. Unsolicited work offers Have you had people knocking on your door recently offering to do work for you? Fix your roof? Prune your trees? Police are warning residents to be alert if dealing with unsolicited tradespeople. Ask for a written quote. Ask for proof of insurance. Don’t agree to have the work done there and then: ask them to return on an appointed day, and make sure you have someone with you. And don’t, as one resident was pushed into doing recently, allow them to drive you to the ATM to get their money. The Gazette is 8 Another anniversary! Another year of meeting the deadlines! Thanks to all of our reporters, distributors, advertisers and sponsors for your support and a special tribute to the small team who put the paper together each month. As Jeff Fenech famously used to say, “I love you all!” Bryan Power

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Gisborne Medical Centre Recently appointed practice manager at the Gisborne Medical Centre, Riwka Hagen, will be providing general articles on health prepared by the medical staff at the centre. The first article is about immunisation and it appears on page 9.

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Councillor’s Column with Russell Mowatt It was with much pleasure that I attended the recent Community Funding Scheme presentation night with fellow councillors, council officers and community group representatives at the Gisborne council chambers. This year, 55 community groups received funding through this council scheme. The $178,000 that is to be distributed shirewide (with approximately a third of this amount, ie $60,000, going to groups in the South Ward), will help deliver over $350,000 worth of projects and events to our community over the next 12 months. It was encouraging to see that a third of successful applications were new to the scheme. The excitement generated at this celebration night showed that the funding was well received and will enable our community groups to spend the money on items that are important to them; projects such as replacing an oven, establishing a new sports club or restoring a cemetery plan. I strongly encourage groups to consider applying for next year’s Community Funding Scheme which will open at the beginning of March. Please contact me on 0418 531 281 or at

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Kyneton Caring Community food assistance for needy Kyneton Caring Community is the only food assistance organisation registered with Foodbank Victoria in about a 50-kilometre radius. We are funded by our op shop at 45 High Street, Kyneton. We provide assistance to anyone who needs a helping hand. A huge thankyou to all the people who were able to provide us with donations recently; we genuinely appreciate it and so do the people we help. We are currently in desperate need of one litre full cream UHT milk, cereal, rice, pasta, tinned tomato, sandwich spreads, baked beans, meals in a can, washing powder, and crawler nappies. When buying goods to donate, please consider spending the amount you would have spent on brand name products in no name products; this way we can help more people. We are very appreciative of any monetary, food and op shop donations, and any donation of $2 or more is tax deductable. All our services are provided free of charge to anyone in need and our service is not funded by any other organisation or the government. For more information visit www.kynetoncc.org.au or email kynetoncc@gmail.com

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Bullengarook Community Dinner The annual CFA dinner at the Bullengarook Recreation Hall recently was a huge success. Chef Siggy Thiner and his trusty band of helpers excelled themselves as usual. This event has been going for many years now, and it is a much anticipated occasion for all ’Rookies. Rotary President Phil Yarwood presents Elaine Gregory with her honorary member certificate.

Netball season draws to a close The MRNA 2014 season is drawing to a close with final ladder positions not secured until the final whistle on Saturday August 9. We concluded our last round with a presentation to all our U9 and U11 players. We hope you enjoyed your season and we look forward to seeing you again next year. The Grand Finals will be held on August 30 followed by the presentation of our 2014 Best & Fairest Winners. In mid-August the MRNA held its AGM and said farewell to a number of very special people. A huge thankyou from the netball community to Noelene Dyer, Carmen Hemphill, Michelle Lamplugh, Robyn Baker, Kerry Morris, Kirsten Muller, Sandra Doricic, Kara Murray and Rebecca Bridgman. The new committee will be named in next month’s edition of the Gazette. And finally an update on our courts: we are so close! Lights have now been installed and we wait for the warmer days of September for asphalt to be laid. We are working towards the first competition being held at our new ‘home’ with our Annual Representative Tournament scheduled for October 12. If you wish to contact the MRNA please do so through secretary@macedonrangesnetball.com.au Sunny skies augur well for the completion of work on the new courts.

Community stalwart honoured

Some of Gisborne’s new Lions Club members.

Charter night for new Lions Saturday August 16 saw the culmination of many months of hard work when the re-established local Lions Club received its charter from Lions District Governor Kevin Tait. Before a large audience of members from several local Lions Clubs, the 23 new Gisborne members, led by club president Brian Spaull, were introduced at an enjoyable dinner. Speaking to the Gazette, Brian said, “We have many great initiatives planned for the next 12 months for our beautiful community.”

Join send-off for longserving librarian Popular librarian John Bourne is retiring after 34 years of service to the wider Gisborne community. Everyone is invited to an afternoon tea at the Gisborne Library on Friday September 5 at 3pm to give John a rousing sendoff. Please RSVP on 5428 3962 for catering.

John has been at Gisborne for more than three decades.

Elaine Gregory has been made an Honorary Member of the Rotary Club of Gisborne. The honour was announced at the club’s annual president’s changeover luncheon in July in recognition of her 19 years’ service to Rotary and the Gisborne community. Elaine is well-known in the Gisborne community and was recently forced by ill-health to retire from the Rotary Club. Over the years Elaine has immersed herself in the local community including having written articles for the Gisborne Gazette, been an active participant in the Gisborne District Business Association, a member of GREAT (Gisborne Region Events Activities and Tourism), treasurer of Focus, treasurer and past president of Gisborne Rotary Club, and a member of the Gisborne Fountain Committee which raised funds and built the new version of the iconic fountain for the town. Rotary begins new year ►p6

Do you remember? We are hoping that you might have some memorabilia for the Gisborne Bush Nursing Hospital that closed in August 1997. It may be photos, newspaper articles, historical information or memories. Please contact Louise on 5428 0335 if you can assist. Louise Beer Community Health Nurse

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Kids Corner

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1. What is the name of the planet that is third closest to the sun? 2. Name the star that is the closest to Earth. 3. What is the name for a baby rabbit? 4. How many Brownlow Medals has Chris Judd won? 5. What is the name of Harry Potter’s owl? 6. What is the highest mountain in Victoria? 7. Which two AFL teams have never played in a Grand Final? 8. Which one of these is not precipitation: hail, rain, wind, snow? 9. Does a centipede have 100 legs? 10. Finish this proverb: “A bird in the hand is worth...”

Answers: 1. Earth 2. The Sun 3. A kitten 4. Two 5. Hedwig 6. Mount Bogong (1986 metres) 7. The Suns and the Giants 8. Wind 9. No 10. .....Two in the bush. New Gisborne Playgroup members recently at the announcement of their grant.

Jokes and riddles Why do cows like maths? Because they get to use their cowculators.

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New Gisborne playgroup The New Gisborne Playgroup has been busy planning out our new and improved sensory garden and playground. We will be sourcing all our plants soon and would love to hear from you if you know where the best deals are or think you may be able to assist in any way! We have recently received our yearly toy purchase and have been very busy putting it all together and playing with the new toys, especially our tool bench and wooden cutting food in our huge home corner. We are very excited about our new climbing wall too! We currently have vacant session times to accommodate existing groups as well as vacancies in established groups for individuals looking to join a playgroup. Our stunning hall is available to hire on the weekends for preschool-aged parties at a very reasonable rate and also for evening meetings. Hall hire is available to everyone from all areas so feel free to pass on our details to anyone you think might be interested. Please contact us with any booking enquiries at www.newgisborneplaygroup.com or email newgisborneplaygroup@gmail.com

Mime artist Anthony is helped out by Nathan.

Activities at Grant Avenue “No laughing,” was the direction from mime artist and choreographic Anthony Verity, who came to Grant Avenue Kindergarten recently — but this only lasted 20 seconds before he had children giggling away at his antics. Anthony entertained the children with pantomime acts and involved children in the show. He used props made from recycled materials demonstrating how children could make their own play resources. These activities enrich children’s experiences and promote ideas to develop their play. For more information about Macedon Ranges Shire Council kindergarten programs, or to organise a visit to one of the kinders, call 5422 0333.

Why do elephants live in the jungle? Because they can’t fit into houses. Knock, knock. Who’s there? Vera. Vera who? Vera interesting. What has 22 legs and two wings? A soccer team. How do oysters communicate? With shellphones. What word starts with ‘p’ and ends with ‘x’ and has hundreds of letters in it? Postbox. What is a frog’s favourite drink? Croak-a-cola. 4

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Cut and pasters Here are the quiet achievers from Mount Macedon Primary who did the cut and paste for this edition of the Gazette. They also provided most of the jokes, riddles and quiz questions. Back: Michaela, Zoe, Mikayla and Tess Front: Coco, Sam and Isabella.

50 years with Gisborne Fire Brigade Tom Ritchie has reached an exceptional milestone — 50 years with Gisborne Fire Brigade. Tom joined the brigade in 1962 as a Reserve Fire Fighter before moving up the ranks to eventually hold the rank of 6th Lieutenant in 1971 (Rural Brigade) then 2nd Lieutenant (Urban Brigade) in 1973, returning as 3rd Lieutenant (Urban Brigade) in 1984. ‘Tommy’ was also actively involved in the Brigade Running Team from 1962 to 1972. Tom arrived in Gisborne in 1942 at the age of two and enjoyed a normal childhood with his mates until 1962 when he and his mates joined the Gisborne Fire Brigade. During his 50 years of service Tom has actively fought many fires, including tours of duty at Lithgow and Colo Heights in NSW, the Brisbane Ranges, Anakie, Cann River and numerous others in Victoria. The devastating ‘Ash Wednesday’ fires of 1983 had the most significant effect upon Tom as he surveyed the devastation of the fire during the following days. “The strength of the community to survive and rebuild after those devastating fires amazed me,” Tom said. The 2009 Black Saturday fires counted as the worst Tom has ever encountered. “You don’t attend so

many fires, car accidents and other emergencies without being affected,” he said. “The personal toll it takes upon yourself and your family is immense but we do what we do and I fight fires! The friends, support and cameraderie I have enjoyed over my time with the brigade will be with me forever, and while acknowledging that eventually I will need to slow down, maybe I’ll leave that until next year.” Tom now has the honour of being the second-longestserving member of the Gisborne Fire Brigade. His passion for the brigade is shared by both his sons-in-law. Sam Strang is currently Brigade Captain and Darren O’Connor is a senior fire fighter. Tom was awarded Life Membership of the Gisborne Fire Brigade in 1996. He received a National Medal in 2003 and was made a Country Fire Authority Life Member in 2010. In Tom’s acceptance speech he paid special tribute to his

wife Mary and children Janet, Leanne, James and Katherine, saying it was impossible to perform this role over many years without the unconditional love and support of family.

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● New Gisborne resident Frank Lenaghan was recently awarded a medal to acknowledge his having played in five premierships with the South Bendigo Football Club. ● Happy first birthday to Tavia McCaskill. Also happy birthday to Matthew Surgeon, Sheridan Nicholls and Angela Clemson. ● Congratulations to Joan and Andrew Gregoor who will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on September 11.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE Proudly sponsored by the Rotary Club of Gisborne

Tradies chip in for Fire Brigade In the aftermath of the February 9 fires that had a devastating effect across many communities, a group of local and suburban tradespeople and their families and friends, during their regular weekly social gathering, discussed how they could best assist the Gisborne Fire Brigade as a thank you for the tireless work of their volunteer members. A committee was formed by Tony and Deb Brancatisano, Paul and Ruth Oliaro, Marty Lakey, Sean Devlin, Frank Schipano and Adrian Cassar. The consensus was to hold a fundraiser among themselves, colleagues and suppliers. The response was positive and the donations generous, both from the Gisborne district and from the greater Melbourne area. The Country Fire Authority and state government fund all fire brigades. However, many brigades specialise in certain areas of emergency response and rely heavily upon the community for funds to buy and upgrade equipment to ensure it remains modern, in perfect working condition and current to community and emergency needs. The Gisborne Fire Brigade has always been humbled by the support our community has afforded us by way of donations. This was especially the case at the time of the February 9 fire when members of the community, even those who had been directly affected by the fires, dropped by the station and demonstrated their generosity during their own time of need. The tradies, through their own fund-raising efforts, amassed a total donation in excess of $30,000 — an unbelievable sum that will help enhance and continue the work of the Gisborne Fire Brigade volunteer firefighters. Brigade Captain Sam Strang wishes to thank all members of the community who have reached deep into their pockets in the continued support of the Gisborne Fire Brigade. Over the past three years the generosity of the community and community groups has allowed the brigade to buy vital pieces of equipment including: ● Four automated defibrillators ● Specialised torches ● Thermal imaging camera ● Blower vac to clean accident sites ● Specialised fire-fighting branches ● Computer, communications equipment. Captain Strang said the tradies’ donation came at an opportune time as the brigade was in the process of renewing its Forward Control Vehicle, a purpose-built vehicle that can provide an LP gas flare-off emergency response within the district and is primarily used as the command and control point for most fires. 6

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Western Water offers community grants

Retiring president Phil Yarwood, at left, and new president Andrew Hall after the official changeover.

Rotary begins new year The Rotary Club of Gisborne welcomed its new president and office-bearers for 2014-15 at its annual changeover luncheon at Glen Erin Winery on Sunday July 27. New club president Andrew Hall, proprietor of local business Gisborne Power Products, outlined his community vision for the year ahead and thanked the club’s outgoing president Phil Yarwood for his service. Main highlights of the past year were a strong growth in membership numbers and the forming of an Interact Club with students at Gisborne Secondary College. Elaine Gregory was awarded an Honorary Membership for her past service to the club and the Gisborne community. Diana and Martin Taurins from Peach Illusion Gisborne each received their second Paul Harris Fellow Recognition (in honour of Rotary International’s founder) for their globetrotting achievements in spearhead-

ing the Rotarian Action Group for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness, which has members around the world dedicated to finding a cure for MS. For his ongoing work producing the club newsletter, Graham Marshall received the Fred Barnett Award in memory of the club’s founding president, former local dentist Dr Fred Barnett. This year, the club celebrated its 37th year. It is one of 34,000 Rotary Clubs in 200 countries. Rotary clubs across the globe develop and carry out humanitarian projects and provide scholarships and professional training opportunities that promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, improve education, and strengthen local economies. Getting involved with Rotary offers unbounded opportunities to help out in the local area and in other communities worldwide and is a great way to make lifelong friends. If this seems like it might be for you, contact Gisborne Rotary Club on 5428 4483. Barry Wills

Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival September 4 to 14 There will be so much to see and do so be sure to get along to some of the events... art exhibitions, displays, scarecrows, ferret racing, buskers, theatre performances, concerts, open gardens – the list goes on. Pick up a brochure at the GREAT Centre in Hamilton Street, Gisborne, to find all the dates and times or see the website at www.kynetondaffodilarts.org.au

Western Water urges community and environmental groups in Gisborne to apply for up to $2000 in funding under its grants program. There are three types of grants available: Sammy’s community garden and school garden grants, and Frances’ environment grants for projects to improve biodiversity and liveability. Past recipients have included New Gisborne Playgroup, which received $975 last year to improve its garden, and Holy Cross Primary School, which received $1000 to buy plants. Sammy grants, named for Western Water’s slithering mascot Sammy Snake, are aimed at garden projects with education and health benefits for students or the community. Schools and not-for-profit groups can apply for a grant to pay for plants, equipment or watering systems. In-kind support such as labour is also on offer. Environment groups applying for Frances grants must demonstrate that their project will enhance biodiversity, protect flora and fauna or provide educational benefits. All projects must be within Western Water’s service area. For more information and eligibility criteria, go to www.westernwater.com.au or call 9218 5455. Applications must be in by Friday September 19 and recipients will be announced in October.

Wurundjeri elder to be Daly Friends' patron We are delighted that UL Daly Nature Reserve has now been recognised for its many amazing qualities and will be preserved. The Friends group is now planning working bees and growing community partnerships. Wurundjeri elder, Ron Jones, who performed our Welcome to Country ceremony has accepted our invitation to be our patron. We would like to hear from anyone with recollections of the Daly family and of the reserve itself to collate into a journal of the history and heritage of the area. Email to dalyreserve@ hotmail.com or post to 67 Howey Street, Gisborne, 3437. We thank everyone for their support of Daly Nature Reserve and are looking forward to a great future restoring and maintaining the reserve. Helen Radnedge on behalf of Friends of Daly Nature Reserve

What has been achieved in 50 years? Last year I attended the Wangaratta Oxfam AGM. I heard a young man from that organisation speak with passion about global poverty, inequality and deep personal struggles for survival. He championed Oxfam’s policy of empowering people to surmount such poverty – a policy of working with the poorest of the poor; providing aid at the grass-roots level and challenging the profit-driven policies of the powerful. I had heard it all before – at least 50 years ago. I had the same passion then, and to hear him was to affirm the same passion now. So, what, over 50 years, has Oxfam achieved? Has nothing, in fact, changed? It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the world’s problems, especially with the background of so much shocking news in the media in recent weeks, but if you go digging there are good news stories out there that aren’t as frequently told. In most regions of the world, poverty has halved since 2000. Similarly, in almost every region the Millennium Development Goal target to halve the number of people without clean drinking water has also been met. Aid agencies such as Oxfam, with the help of their supporters, have played a key role in these achievements. Oxfam is also a special advocate for the powerless in matters like mining leases and procedures, women’s rights and extortionate interest rates of local money lenders, and they have successfully influenced governments. Unfortunately governments don’t always listen. In Australia, while there was an expectation that the Australian Government would work towards allocating 0.7% of GNP to well-directed aid, this has now fallen to 0.3%. Governments have traditionally shown more concern – some would remember the Colombo Plan of the 1950s. Famines of the post-war years have all but disappeared, although many of our neighbours daily know hunger and food insecurity. There is now, however, an emerging crisis in South Sudan. It is impossible to truly measure Oxfam’s success, for being directed at a local level, the individual whose life has changed scarcely shows up in national statistics. But above the individual level, Oxfam is now a powerful advocate for those in the developing world and achieves much. The Gisborne Oxfam group is a part of all of this. A growing committed group is involved in fundraising, awareness raising and advocacy. The group sponsors a simple lunch at the Uniting Church at 12 noon on the third Friday of each month. It is open to any who would like to drop in, and a $5 donation supports a specific community in need. Details of such projects are available on request. Any enquiries are welcome on 5428 3898. Keith Hallett

Macedon CWA hosts a Mongolian Day

Maria Cooney-Powell, ably assisted by Graeme Millar, entertained at the 3S event.

Vision Australia 3S lunch The annual 3S Luncheon on July 29 raised $1500. Thank you to the many local community groups represented that helped make this possible. Following the buffet-style lunch the president, Tricia Kaye, welcomed John Poke (Community Fundraising Officer from Vision Australia) who spoke to the 75 people in attendance. This was followed by splendid entertainment from local singer Maria Cooney-Powell. Our Auxiliary helps the blind and vision-impaired through various fund-raising efforts. New members are very welcome to join this friendly community group at the next meeting on Tuesday September 23 at 1.30pm at the Gisborne Masonic Lodge hall. Further details from the secretary, Elaine Millar, on 5428 2522.

You may think it’s too early to be thinking of Christmas Carols! However, our team of volunteers has been working since January to ensure the quality of our Community Carols is improved on every year. The costs of this event have increased greatly. In spite of our sponsors – GREAT, Bendigo Community Bank and Macedon Ranges Shire Council – we still have a shortfall which is becoming beyond the capacity of our volunteer committee. We support the proposal of the Gardiner Reserve upgrade committee to build a sound shell for outdoor events. Should this eventuate, we intend to move the Carols back to Gardiner Reserve, our original and preferred location. This year, as a temporary measure, we will hold our Carols at the Gisborne Church of Christ which has an excellent hall. Equipped with the latest technology in audio, lighting and data projection, this venue we are confident can produce a quality event at very low cost. We are seeking nominations for this year's Community Local Hero award. Please email any suggestions to localherogisborne@gmail.com

Macedon CWA hosted the Mongolianthemed Central Highlands CWA Group International Day on August 6. Mongolia is the study country for CWA across Victoria this year. Mongolia is an interesting country, being landlocked by Russia and China, gaining independence in 1921 and with a population of just under three million people. The capital, Ulan Bator, is a mixture of modern and traditional. Summer temperatures are around 20°C, but the country experiences sub-zero temperatures for five months of the year, with January and February temperatures hovering between -15°C and -30°C. Many people are still nomadic, roaming the plains to graze their livestock, living in a large sturdy tent known as a Ger (or Yurt). Mining is a major part of the economy. A quiz tested our newly learned knowledge, with plenty of laughs at some answers. Samples of Mongolian food were tried — Mongolian beef and buuz, a pastry filled with meat. Meat is a big part of the diet. Our Ger, a circle of chairs with a mock fire in the centre, door facing south and rugs on the floor, set the scene. The 21 members had a great day and went home with a little more understanding of another country. Our branch meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the CWA Hall, 662 Mount Macedon Road, Mount Macedon. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Lorraine The evening Knit-Sew-Chat Tweddle group meets every first Tuesday at 7.30pm at the CWA Hall — contact Michelle on 0417 515 797. Lorraine Tweddle, 5426 2045

have a laugh A man was driving down the road and ran out of petrol. Just at that moment, a bee flew in his window. The bee said, "What seems to be the problem?" "I'm out of petrol," the man replied. The bee told the man to wait and flew away. Minutes later, an entire swarm of bees flew to his car and into his petrol tank. After a few minutes, the bees flew out. "Try it now," said the first bee. The car started immediately. "Wow!" the man exclaimed, "what did you put in the tank"? The bee answered... "BP".

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Big Day at Bunnings for Red Cross centenary fundraiser Gisborne Friends of Red Cross are delighted to announce that the centenary celebrations sponsored by Bunnings at Sunbury raised $2,007. Special thanks go to Marie from Bunnings for constantly replenishing supplies on the day and to Liz and Marion for their organising skills and all-day involvement, as well as to the rest of the team for an overall fantastic effort. Our next meeting is on Friday September 5 and our speaker is Gail Radford from the Sunbury Community Health Centre. Gail’s role there is as Aboriginal Engagement Officer and she is the person who launched the Sunbury Women’s shed. Visitors are very welcome to join us for the talk and stay for a cuppa and a chat. We meet on the first Friday of the month in the Gisborne Seniors rooms at 1.30pm. Our contact person is Trish Clark whose number is 5420 7712 and she can answer any queries you may have about our meetings or Jean Poor Australian Red Cross.

Out and about with SAFARI Club We have had a very exciting time of late with different projects and activities keeping us busy. The SAFARI Club attended the Woodend Children’s Festival on Sunday July 27 with the aim of promoting Windarring services. A giant puzzle activity was provided — to the delight of hundreds of children. Recreational outings are integral to our program, and over the past few months we have travelled far and wide: ☻ In July we attended a Geelong v Melbourne football match. Our members and volunteers were thrilled at the novelty of visiting the MCG with thousands of Victorians and their families. ☻ In June we embarked on the HMAS Castlemaine. This provided an insight into the living conditions that our World War 2 soldiers endured. The participants enjoyed traversing the guns, ringing the bells and using the voice pipes to relay messages. ☻ In May we cruised down the Murray River on a paddleboat, experiencing a relaxed sight-seeing tour of beautiful Echuca, while in April, some of our more adventurous members participated in a bounce trampolining session. We are always keen to have new faces join our team and if perhaps you feel that getting out and about in a supportive one-on-one role is not for you, but you have other skills to contribute eg assisting in our office or preparing lunch on outings, then we would love to hear from you. Call us on 5428 1878 – The SAFARI Club. 8

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q The Kids Under Cover Studio Program helps homeless young people across the Macedon Ranges by providing accommodation on the properties of friendly families. In support of this work the Caravan Industry Association of Victoria is raffling a luxury caravan and donating the funds to the program. The raffle will be drawn on October 5 at the Melbourne Leisurefest. To obtain tickets ($30 for 10) call 9372 5388. Di McCarthy and Shirley Purves serve the customers while Marion Watson is flat out slicing onions, and Sandra McLeod and Lorraine Penrose cook in the background. 100 years of Red Cross in Gisborne: ►p22

Me and My Brother: sister seeks volunteers for special project Woodend resident Angela Cox, who works in the disability sector and has a brother with Down syndrome, is seeking volunteers to participate in a community project that will recognise, celebrate and promote awareness of the unique relationship between people with disability and their siblings. The project, entitled “Me and My Brother”, will result in a booklet and photographic exhibition to be launched at a community event in Woodend on the International Day of Disability, December 3. The project is supported by the Macedon Ranges Shire Council Community Grants Scheme and Cobaw Community Health. The volunteer sibling sets must: ● live in Macedon Ranges region ● have one person with a congenital, serious disability ● be available in Sep-tember for a 60-minute interview together about their relationship (in their home or other convenient venue) ● be available in October / November for a 60-90 minute professional photo shoot in their home town or other agreed location

q Thomas Conroy of Gisborne Primary School gained a high distinction in the Computer Skills category of International Competitions and Assessments for Schools run by the UNSW, putting him in the top 1% in the country. Two fellow students gained distinctions. q A new state government grant will allow Gisborne SES to get the new light rescue truck and computer system that it needs. The $100,000 grant, which supplements the $60,000 already raised by volunteer fundraising, is part of a statewide program to upgrade emergency units. q Gisbus has made a submission to expand its services to include off-peak and weekend runs. Council has made a submission to PTV in support. q Gisborne horse masseur Kirsty Swinton and Romsey vet Narelle Cribb, who are an integral part of Australia’s Equestrian Endurance Team, leave for France in September to take part in the World Equestrian Games.

Angela with her brother Andrew.

● be comfortable with having ‘their story’ featured in the booklet, and their photograph shown in the exhibition, which will be staged at three venues in the Macedon Ranges from early December. If you are interested in participating or if you would like further information, please contact Angela by email at angelaecox@ hotmail.com or telephone 0417 911 193.

q Council has made an application to the State Government for a grant Of $650,000 to assist with the financing of the proposed Early Year’s Hub to be constructed at 77 Robertson Street Gisborne. The present building on the site will be bulldozed and an architect will be selected soon. q The Mother's Day Classic at Woodend in June was the district's biggest yet with close to 9000 participants raising nearly $17,000 for breast cancer research, contributing to the total Australian figure of $4.5 million.

Make a child's Christmas with Samaritan's Purse Samaritan's Purse is a non-profit organisation providing assistance to people suffering around the world. As part of the Operation Christmas Elaine Millar Child project, gift-filled shoe boxes are sent from our homes to needy children in some of the most impoverished countries in the world including Cambodia where our boxes

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are shipped to. You can help make a child's Christmas become a Christmas to remember by packing gifts in a covered shoe box or you may pick up a ready-made box from St Paul's Anglican Op Shop in Gisborne. Select the age of a boy or girl 2-14 years old and fill with NEW gifts, eg

toys, pencils, writing paper, tennis balls, skipping rope, tee shirt, beanie, socks, soap etc. Do not include lollies, toothpaste, battery-operated toys or breakable items. Please enclose $9 for shipping costs. Information leaflets showing full details may be obtained from Anglican Parish Op Shop in Brantome Street or phone Elaine on 5428 2522. Boxes to be returned by 15 October. Elaine Millar

Facts and misconceptions about immunisation Immunisation and vaccine safety

Myth: The body’s immune system can cope with infec-

...when you call 000 with a mental illness emergency? Community Forum September 10 – Suicide Prevention Day.

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Newly formed not-for-profit PS [Parents and Siblings] My Family Matters will be hosting a Community Forum to acknowledge World Suicide Day and to discuss an issue of critical importance for those caring for a family member with a mental illness. Feedback over the past few months has consistently highlighted concern about issues when calling 000. This is seen as a highly sensitive and emotional topic, especially as calls are normally being placed to the 000 line as a result of a traumatic and confrontational situation. PS My Family Matters president Tamara Wilson said that for those calling 000 for the first time it was a step into the unknown. ‘What will happen when they come to my house? Who will come to the house? Should I ask for a CAT [Crisis Assessment and Treatment] team? What does a CAT team actually do?’ The Community Forum will be attended by members of the local emergency services, social services and by mental health services group Bendigo Triage. They will each address the forum to outline their individual perspectives on this matter. This will be followed by a panel discussion where members of the community will have their opportunity to share their experiences, outline their needs and discuss this issue first-hand with the professionals working in this area in our community. We hope that this forum will give the emergency services and the social services sector direct feedback that will assist them in the delivery of their services. We would expect that the results will be presented as a fact sheet for carers and distributed to doctors’ surgeries, schools and other relevant contact points throughout the Macedon Ranges. The forum will take place at 7pm on Wednesday, September 10, at the Gisborne Football Netball Club rooms. All interested people are welcome. For further details contact Mike Hamer, vice-president, on 0411 549 432.

tion without the help of vaccines. Fact: The immune system is a collection of specialised cells and chemicals that fight infection. Each time an infectious germ is overcome the immune system ‘remembers’ how to defeat that particular infection. The next time it encounters this germ it can destroy it quickly, often without any signs of illness. Without causing infection, vaccines trick the immune system into responding as if the body is under attack from a specific germ. The purpose is to assist the body to mount an immune response (without causing illness) to prevent or reduce the severity of serious infections.

Immunisation and the infant immune system Myth: The immune systems of babies are protected

through the placenta and breastfeeding, so they don’t need vaccination. Fact: Babies are exposed to many germs as part of the normal birthing process. Although their immune systems can meet these challenges, the immune system in an infant is still developing and needs to become active to protect against a range of bacteria and viruses.

Immunisation and immunity

Myth: Combining two or three vaccines into one injection may put a baby’s immune system under strain. Fact: Delaying vaccines would leave children vulnerable to catching diseases. Vaccines do not reduce a child’s immunity. Combining vaccines reduces the number of injections that babies and children need to receive.

Myth: Vaccines cause side effects

and should be avoided. Fact: Vaccines provide a safe and efficient way to prevent the spread of many communicable diseases. Every vaccine used in Australia has been thoroughly tested for safety and effectiveness, approved for use and Riwka Hagen subject to continuing monitoring and evaluation. Like any other medication they may trigger side effects but these are mostly mild.

Immunisation and autism, diabetes and sudden unexpected death in infancy Myth: Vaccinations can cause certain disorders such as

autism and diabetes or SIDS Fact: These theories have been extensively investigated and dismissed. Serious immunisation reactions are exceptionally rare.

Immunisation versus risk of childhood diseases Myth: Immunisation for childhood infectious disease is riskier than the disease. Fact: Childhood diseases such as measles and whooping cough are serious and potentially fatal. The risk of complications from disease is much higher than the risks of complications from immunisation. For further information please visit www.betterhealth. vic.gov.au – Riwka Hagen, Gisborne Medical Centre

Youth Mental Health First Aid: an invaluable investment Parenting is a lifelong learning curve. Every age and stage of one’s children’s development comes with a new set of challenges and opportunities to sharpen one’s skills and for personal growth and development which in time will filter down to one’s offspring. Regardless of background or profession no one knows everything there is to know about a subject. Knowledge is power and if individuals are empowered to be better advocates for our youth, our young people can only benefit from this and the knowledge that they do not have to face life’s challenges alone; there is help and support for them. After my cancer diagnosis a few years ago, the prospect of not being “completely out of the woods yet”, as it were, still hangs over me like a dark cloud. I am in remission now and am hopeful that I shall stay that way forever, but I am aware that

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this may not always be the case. It’s always there lurking at the back of my mind – it gives me some solace knowing that should something happen to me, my partner would have the skills to be able to raise the children without me. So with my “parenting hat” firmly in place, and in a bid to ensure that my partner and I were both on the same page with regard to supporting our children, as well as other young people who crossed our paths should they encounter difficulties, I signed us up to a locally run educational course. Over four weeks we embarked on a 14-hour journey with a caring

group of adults from an array of backgrounds who shared a common interest in improving their knowledge and skill-set and attended the Macedon Ranges Shire Council-run “Youth Mental Health First Aid” course. The facilitation and course content were excellent and I highly recommend this course for any and every parent and individual interested in improving their general skills for supporting young people between 12 and 18 and to promote the psychological wellbeing of the young people in our shire. It highlighted a range of pertinent, contemporary issues around mental health (covering topics like depression, anxiety, substance use, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts and behaviours to name but a few) and introduced evidence-based suggestions of how and where to get appropriate help and to provide first aid to young people in crisis situations.

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I have so much to tell you. The hostel is jumping because so many lovely things have been happening and I will tell you about them then you will want to come and live here! The Gisborne Singers, Dine and Dance at Woodend, Wally and Laurie’s Melodies, Monday Madness, Wacky Wednesday, Fish and Chips, Chicken and Chips, Honky Tonk Hour, Café Club, Art Chat, Red Cross Singers, Kyneton Town Hall for morning tea, show then lunch at the RSL. All these events as well as residents’ regular groups. Christmas in July was celebrated at the ‘Gamekeeper’s Secret’ as friends greeted each other with laughter as Bon Bons were pulled apart and jokes read and party hats put on heads - and to top the day off a beautiful three course Christmas lunch. Decorative posters were put all round the Oaks announcing a Masquerade Ball. The LEP room walls were decorated with masks — one mask had peacock feathers a metre in height. There were beautiful masks for all the residents and then the band ‘Bits and Pieces’ started to play and so did the dancing. I tried to recognise who was who behind their masks. Kevin was easy because he had his Essendon jacket on and I spotted Ian and Barry in their honky-tonky vests. Staff, volunteers and visitors joined with the residents and it was good to see everyone enjoying themselves. There were three cheers for resident Ed and his lovely bride of 70 years on their anniversary. Two beautiful first prize raffles were won by Noreen and Irene. Staff and volunteers (and I know of at least one husband) decorated and made these beautiful masks that would have taken many hours of work. Residents were encouraged to get up and dance or join in the singalong. The residents sincerely thank the LEP staff, volunteers and visitors and all who helped to make this a wonderful day. You all did yourselves proud. Betty Stay safe,

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Planning is well and truly under way for the Macedon Ranges Health Colour Run and Walk and support already shown by the community indicates you should get in early and register. We would like to thank our major sponsors Gisborne Community Bank, Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Hardy’s Pharmacy Gisborne and GJ Gardner Homes who have been very supportive in helping to introduce this event to Gisborne. The event will also have an expo at the conclusion where local sporting associations have been invited to participate with most confirming they will attend. The Macedon Ranges Netball Association are using the event as a final celebration for their representative teams for the season. The event is to raise funds for Macedon Ranges Health, which is your local not-for-profit health and aged care provider. The event will be held at Gardiner Reserve on Sunday October 19 from 10am to 12 noon. To register online go to www.mrh.org.au or phone 5428 0300.

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Macedon Ranges Running Club Setting goals! The way to achieve any running ambition be it a five or 10km run or your first half or full marathon is to set a goal and lock it in. We all need motivation to get out when it’s cold and wet so now is the time to plan. The Medibank Melbourne Marathon festival takes place on October 12 and is great for runners of all abilities. This is one of many events around Victoria that are fun and great to keep the legs moving. The club would like to thank Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Cobaw Community Health for the grants we received to buy a new trailer for the club. The Start Running Group (SRG) will begin in the first week of September so good luck to everyone. This program takes you from no running to 10 kms in 13 weeks. The date for the 5km run is October 26 and the 10km run November 30. If anybody is interested in running please visit our website www.macedonrangesrunningclub.com We have recently designed a new range of running gear that all our members have access to. Travis van Niekerk

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Program helps keep people mobile, active The Home and Community Care (HACC) program is designed to support people whose capacity for independent living is at risk, or who are at risk of premature or inappropriate admission to long-term residential care. The program is jointly funded by the federal and state governments. Macedon Ranges Health offers a number of HACCfunded allied health programs which means the cost to clients is kept at a very reasonable $6 per class. Eligibility for this service fee depends on need rather than on age or income. Each client has an individual assessment before starting a class and also requires clearance from their GP. Allied health services provide clinical expertise, care and treatment, education, advice and supervision to improve people’s capacity to: ● Independently manage everyday activities ● Manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, obesity or bad backs ● Attain or maintain good health, nutrition, mobility and safety at home and in the community. Physiotherapy is one of the services provided. Physiotherapists assist HACC-eligible people with their physical functioning, mobility and capacity to perform the necessary activities of daily life and thus support independent living. Classes offered by the physiotherapists at Macedon Ranges Heath include: Strengthening classes run each week in line with school terms. Held on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, these classes are designed to prevent osteoporosis or weakening of the bones. Ideally people will do more than one weekly session to maximise the benefit of the exercises. "To prevent osteoporosis you must do weight-bearing exercise to strengthen your bones. It is easy to achieve in your lower limbs if you are walking, but much harder in your upper limbs and that is why these classes are so beneficial," said physiotherapist Louise Rudge. "We use hand-held weights and ankle weights of anywhere between 250gms to 3kg, depending on each individual. You certainly do not need to be superman to join in the fun." The Better Mobility class is held at 10.30 each Tuesday morning. This is designed for less agile people with the aim of maintaining their mobility as far as possible. Chairs are used for support while participants do exercises and balance work at a gentle pace. "There is a lot of chat and laughter as we exercise so it is a social event as well as helping people to keep moving with ease," said Louise. In the Balance classes the aim is to prevent falls, so there is more emphasis on being upright and doing activities to challenge the balance of participants. These classes are held each Wednesday morning and Thursday afternoon (and Tuesday afternoon at Warrina). Most of the classes are held at the Macedon Ranges Health Centre in Hamilton Street and are always accompanied by bright and cheerful music to make exercise fun. To make an enquiry about any of these classes or to book a free assessment with a physiotherapist at Macedon Ranges Health call 5428 0300.

'The Tuesday Trotters' With only two years now until the Olympics in Rio, the Tuesday Trotters are raising the tempo of their training — and the amount of coffee they are consuming.

What is TOWN (Take Off Weight Naturally)? The Gisborne Take Off Weight Naturally (TOWN), is affiliated with TOWN Clubs of Victoria. This is a uniquely Australian program that challenges and supports you to lose weight sensibly through mutual encouragement and group therapy. Our low cost ($5 weekly fee plus Dianne Egan annual fee) and friendly club will encourage you to take the steps needed to make the change in your lifestyle – to eat sensibly and exercise and thus attain your personal goal. In consultation with your doctor, your first step is to determine your goal weight. This is a very individual and personal choice. It may be a healthy weight loss of 10% of body weight or a specific weight goal. It is your decision. We meet from 6pm each Monday evening at the Gisborne Bowling Club and would be pleased to welcome you. Like to know more? Ring Kathy on 5426 1334 or Dianne on 5428 3088, who will be happy to assist with your queries. You may also look us up on TOWN’s website townclubs.com.au or check out our Facebook page. Dianne Egan

Gisborne Ramblers This month the club will be stepping out with a spring in its step on the following walks: September 5 Hobbs Road, Pyrete; 12 Mt MacedonBarringo Picnic Bush Track; 19 Fingerpost Road; 26 Tony Clarke Anne Reserve to oval. Paterson Join us on Fridays at 9.15am at the Gisborne Tennis Club at Dixon Field. Tea and coffee are provided at the end of the walk but please bring your own water – and spring hats! Anne Paterson

Keeping active pays off even in 70s and 80s Older people who undertake at least 25 minutes of moderate or vigorous exercise every day need fewer prescriptions and are less likely to have a health event requiring emergency care, research from the University of Bristol has revealed. The research found that both men and women aged over 70 years who carried out more than 25 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day — such as walking quickly, gardening, cycling or swimming — received 50% less prescriptions over a five-year period than those who were less active. The study also found that 39 minutes on average of moderate-to-vigorous activity per day reduced the risk of emergency hospital admission by half compared to those who were less active. This research is important as it highlights the health benefits for older people of being active: higher metabolism, better circulation, reduction in fall-related injuries and reduction in the risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke. These findings reinforce the importance of keeping active and aiming for at least 25 minutes of exercise, especially in older adults. Local community or fitness centres are a good place to find activity programs. It is ideal to mix muscle strengthening and balance programs with daily walking. Source: www.jeanhailes.org.au

Some of the walkers on the O’Keefe Rail Trail in July.

Gisborne Bushwalking Club Walking in the bush in winter with good company is invigorating and sets you up for a hearty lunch and for coffee and cakes at the end of the day. In August we enjoyed some good walks at Lyonville near Bullarto Reservoir, at Lerderderg Gorge with some uphill challenges and at Mount Disappointment including afternoon tea at Strath Falls. In September we have a walk happening at Blackwood, another at the Dandenong National Park and a long weekend based at Boort in northern Victoria with walks in regional parks nearby. Our walk leaders are experienced and make provision for different levels of fitness. So if you would like to walk with us and receive the monthly newsletter with full details on any of these walks or you would like to know more about walking with us, contact our president, George Peart, on 5428 2450, vice-president Nigel Tarr on 5428 6143 or view the website, www.gisbornebwc.org.au

'Out of the Shadows' Walk for suicide awareness The national suicide rate is trending down but sadly, not in the Macedon Ranges. To draw attention to this tragic situation which is no respecter of gender or age, an ‘Out of the Shadows and Into the Light’ four-kilometre walk will be held on September 14 during National Suicide Awareness Week, starting at the Woodend Children’s Park at 9am. Information booths manned by Lifeline, Cobaw Community Health, PS My Family Matters and other groups will be there. All are invited to be part of this special occasion. Please register at www.outoftheshadows.org.au to assist with catering arrangements. Lifeline’s 24-hour phone service is 13 11 14.

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News from MACEDON GRAMMAR School Please book to avoid disappointment Term 3 at Macedon Grammar has been productive and creative as we prepare for the Open Day on Thursday September 11. The year 7-10 students are looking forward to the Canberra camp and grades 2-6 were heading to Sovereign Hill at time of writing. Some of the primary school students competed at

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Mic Nights the inter-schoolOpen athletics and every came back with many & 3rd Thursday the showed month smiles and1stsome ribbons of and outstanding sportsmanship skills. The Junior school has enjoyed a visit by author Andy Wright, while the Year 8s have been participating in Live4Life and are coming along with some beautiful artworks for the competition.

The annual swimming carnival is fast approaching. Some of the students hosted a Japanese day at the school, dressed up in kimonos, as ninjas, as sushi and as many other Japan-inspired things. This term our IB Visual Arts Students will also be holding their annual Exhibition. More school reports ►p18-19

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Gisborne Singers tune to Mozart The Singers are tackling one of the most exciting and beloved works in the choral repertoire with their final work for 2014. They’ve begun rehearsals for Mozart’s Requiem, a powerful and enigmatic piece of music. The choir will perform the work twice, on November 16 at St Ambrose Hall, Woodend and then at their new venue, the Gisborne Church of Christ, on November 23. The Requiem is an exceptional work both for the singers and the audience. As usual, the choir will be accompanied by a fantastic professional orchestra and the soloists will be some of Victoria’s finest. New choir members are always welcome and they would especially welcome some new male singers to boost the bass and tenor numbers for these concerts. You don’t need experience singing classical music, just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Rehearsals are at 7.30 pm on Tuesday evenings at Holy Cross Primary School, New Gisborne. For more information please contact the choir Grainne Black, president, Grainne Black choir president.

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Theatregoers support Macedon CFA Audiences attending performances by The Mount Players are not charged for the production’s program, instead contributing a gold coin donation for the Macedon CFA. The highly acclaimed production

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Sunday October 5 at 2.30pm Melbourne Trio Paul Dean Fractured Moments Octavio Vazquez Piano trio No 1 Guernica. Bookings are made online through TryBooking, a straighforward and secure ticket service. Lowland Farm, 70 Brougham Road, Mount Macedon. Phone: 5426 2414

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Resonance String Orchestra presents 'Spirit of Rhythm'

Kyneton Antique Fair Venue: Kyneton Town Hall

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Entry: $7 per adult. No charge for children accompanied by an adult. On the opening night, Friday 5, enjoy live music with a glass of Hanging Rock wine. The fair will include an eclectic range of collectables: antique furniture, militaria, fine chinaware, glassware, vintage clothing, jewellery, home wares, silverware and more. Light lunches and refreshments will be provided by the Rotary Country Kitchen. ● This Friends of the Kyneton Museum project is held during the Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival: www. kynetondaffodilarts.org.au

Woodend-based Resonance String Orchestra has been collaborating with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra percussionist and composer Rob Cossom in preparation for their upcoming Spirit of Rhythm concert, which will be held at the Mary Maloney Theatre at Sacred Heart College in Kyneton on Sunday, September 14, at 3pm. The event will celebrate rhythm, with an exploration of rhythmic features in a range of works, including Rossini's William Tell Overture, the Czardas by Monti and selections from Grieg's Holberg Suite. Also featured will be a number of Cossom's original compositions. Spirit of Rhythm will include performances by the Resonance Senior Strings, Quartet Conspirito and Resonance String Orchestra, as well as solo works by Cossom. Book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets $20/$15 at www. trybooking.com/fafy or phone Jenn on 0402 329 300.

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Licorice Allsorts back in action this month Members of the Licorice Allsorts have been in demand over recent months filling positions in orchestras for stage shows and symphony performances plus a variety of bands. Our leader Ginger Martin has been on tour in China with the Ballarat Concert Band and other members have been travelling overseas. As a result it has been several months since the Licorice Allsorts performed as a group. However, rehearsals have been proceeding with new arrangements and this month concerts will be undertaken for the residents of BUPA Aged Care at Woodend and for Provident Aged Care at Bacchus March. The programs will include new arrangements of several well known tunes such as Londonderry Air, a selection from Phantom of the Opera and several other stage shows. The classics will not be overlooked as the program opens with Rossini’s Thieving Magpie and includes pieces by Bach, Faure, Grieg and others. A smattering of jazz and then the concert will conclude with Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance.

Thinking of subdividing your Main Residence? At Langley McKimmie we are often asked to advise people who are thinking of subdividing their main residence in order to access the equity in their investment. The act of subdivision itself will not result in any Capital Gains Tax (CGT) as long as you continue to own the subdivided land. Once you do sell the subdivided land the tax consequences may vary depending on the circumstances. 1. Main residence exemption is removed from the subdivided block based on a split of value at the time of original purchase. The land is deemed to be held on capital account, entitling you to a 50% discount on the Capital Gain where held greater than twelve months overall; or 2. The land is deemed to be held on revenue account which re-characterises the land as either trading stock or part of an isolated profit making transaction, whereby the profit will be taxed at your marginal tax rates. There are various factors that have a role to play in determining if the sale is on capital or revenue account. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Andrew Marshall or Janine Orpwood on 5427 8100 for a consultation.

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In 1891, Harry Langham and friends from Melbourne University and the YMCA ramblers began an adventure that became a lifelong passion, exploring the alpine peaks of Victoria. Wendy Reproducing original historic Hebbard photographs and diary, this book by Gisborne resident Wendy Hebbard documents the journey of the group as they hike, climb, fall over, battle blizzards, explore and joke their way across the mountains. Harry Langham was Wendy’s grandfather. The launch of this unique record with its hundreds of historic photographs will be held at the Gisborne Library on Thursday September 11 at 7.30pm. Refreshments will be available. To book, please phone the library on 5428 3962.

Region's Open Studios set for November This year's Daylesford Macedon Ranges Open Studios was launched on July 29 with a $15,000 Tourism Victoria grant to assist with the marketing of the event, set to be held over three weekends in November. Artists across the region will invite the public into their studios where they will discuss and demonstrate the creative processes, technical skills and inspiration that underpin their work. Painters, printmakers, ceramicists, jewellers, sculptors, and textile and mixed media artists from towns including Gisborne, Mount Macedon, Woodend, Kyneton, Malmsbury, Glenlyon, Trentham, Musk, Daylesford and Yandoit will be participating in this year’s program.

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Cottle to give oils workshop Continuing our series of workshops by the best of Victorian artists will be an oil painting techniques workshop by local artist Helen Cottle at Woodend Neighbourhood House on Sunday October 5, from 10am to 4pm. Helen, who lives and works as a professional artist in Gisborne, is a popular and sought-after tutor in all painting mediums. Among other techniques, Helen will demonstrate the use of acrylics as an underpainting for the finished oil painting. Only the latest non-toxic cleaning and diluting mediums will be used thus making this workshop suitable for those allergic to turpentine and other petroleum-based products. For oil painters who do not possess acrylic paints, a range of colours will be available at no cost. This workshop is suitable for those with some experience through to advanced students. The cost for MRAG members is $75 and for non-members $85. To enrol for this workshop or for more information on MRAG activities including membership and plein air activities, please contact John York on 5427 1780 or email macedonrangesartgroup@gmail.com or go to www.macedonrangesartgroup.com

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THE GREAT ASSOCIATION Gisborne reGion events Activities

tourism

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gardening can find a huge range of plants of all sizes and varieties, from seedlings Caroliza Job at the GREAT Cento many mature trees and shrubs, tre, Gisborne. reasonably priced, from Plant One On Me. Caroliza’s exhibition of water See the advertisement on apprepage 21 for colours attracted much more details of specials available at the ciative attention during August. June and July Olde Time Markets.

Gisborne's peripatetic Shedmen One On Me has large area ofand plants and trees on display. While the Gisborne group is “between Plant looked after by aour hosts we’ve First Sunday ofsome every monthfacilitation managed to steal a few good ideas about sheds”, through meticulous by our Tour Director (and fellow Shedman) shed layout, managing safety, nifty little Goldfields Honey has been Doug, we’ve been getting out and about a ways to store bolts providing and screws and some am pm Australian honey varieties and honeybit. Some of those trips have been visits to clever designs for future projects. If only we based products for the people of Central This month’s Hamilton Street-Aitken Street other sheds. a shed put it all into practice! Victoria had for over 20 to years. *Please note dogs not permitted in display will The picture above was taken on a visit to If you want to know about Men’s They have been attending the more Gisborne market precinct* be provided the Melton Shed, which is the sort of place Sheds in general, try logging on to www. Olde Time Market for many years and by Peter Newhave educated their orloyal most Shedmen dream about! mensshed.org go tocustomers YouTube and type berry, right, a about the many different types of honey, We’ve seen some big sheds and some in Men’s Shed (and be amazed). their flavours and their health benefits. member of the little sheds and some flash sheds and If you know anyone who could benefit You will find good value and friendly Gisborne Artsome... well... basic sheds, but they all have from such a group, convince them to contact service at the Goldfields Honey Stall ists Society. one thing in common — blokes lookingatoutSite us gisbornemensshed@live. 62 by on emailing the corner opposite the for each other. After all, that’s what Mechanics the comInstitute. or dropping in toseeing see us Mention thisat the old article in the House Gazetteinand provideany your Men’s Shed movement is all about. Court Gisborne Monday or Goldfields Honey will fill your own container and they will fill it for $6 During these visits we’ve been own well container Thursday morning. if you mention this article.

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GREAT Centre volunteer: Dean Thornton

Stall holder prof ile: Bob Molenberg

Bob Molenberg has been coming to the Gisborne Market from Mill Park for almost 11 years. After retiring Bob became quickly bored Dean Thornton has lived in and was glad to be asked to make a chopping Gisborne for 13 years. Dean View of the market from the Hamilton board for a friend. He enjoyed the challenge previously lived at Edenhope Street office. of making it and continued to experiment with before his family moved to different timbers. Before long he was taking Gisborne for work. his products to markets at Warrandyte, St Dean enjoys his life in Andrews, Eltham and Gisborne. Gisborne with his two sisters, Bob was born in Holland but after mother and father. completing his National Service, including a stint of army service in South America, he He has been volunteering for Visitors browse among the stalls on Aitken Street. The inaugural presentation of the couldn’t settle down in Holland and set off to 11 months with the GREAT Gisborne was made Bob with one of his Gazette beautiful Award chopping boards. Australia in 1961. He settled at Dandenong, Centre. He likes volunteering last month to Gisborne Singers working for GMH, and married a Bunyip girl, the market is wellMargaret organised, his neighbouring member Brockman. for the social side of it; he An enthusiastic team of volunteers from theThey GREAT the holders Denise Vincent. haveAssociation two childrenmanages and stall are always areprize the Margaret was friendly, awardedasthe enjoys talking and working with new people. Olde Time Market held on the Sunday of each month, from 9am to 2pm. fourfirst grandchildren. people who come each month who in increasing as the choir member had sold Funds raised from the collection of stall fees are returned to the community in New volunteers are always welcome at the GREAT Centre. Bob enjoys everything about Gisborne — numbers.the most tickets to one of the choir’s

Gazette award to Singers choir member

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Market Manager 0431 563 566 www.gisborneoldetimemarket.org.au

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.

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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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Mount Macedon Primary news Our Interschool Chess Tournament is nearly here. The chess tournament will be held at Riddell’s Creek Primary and the kids who will be competing have been practising hard over their lunch times. We wish them good luck! We recently had Tony Bones come to our school. Tony is a man that picks one of the shortlisted picture story books for Book Week to make into a play. This time round he did The Windy Farm, a book about a family living on a very windy farm, who use their windy farm to create sustainable energy. Our topic this term is Sustainability so this fits in very well. All the students really enjoyed it. Our school has planned to have a rubbish-free lunch day. This is where the students bring minimal plastic bags or Gladwrap and other disposables. We weighed all the rubbish that was put into the bins in one day last week and we are looking to reduce it drastically. It is Production term at our school and with most of the roles already cast, the students are very excited and are practising their lines and songs very hard. We will move on to learning our dances very soon. And don’t forget our school fete coming up on Saturday November 22, from 10am to 4pm. Angus

Gisborne Primary’s planting mission The Parents and Friends Association teamed up with Planet Ark on a planting mission one snowy Friday in August, adding 230 mixed native trees behind our new retaining wall as part of the oval upgrade project. Class captains were among dozens of students to bring new life to the area, which will shortly be irrigated and ready to thrive in the thawing conditions. There was great support from the Macedon Ranges Shire Council as well as Sunbury Bunnings and Melton Toyota. Recent school sporting achievements include an exceptional performance from Grade Four student Emily Conroy. She participated in the 2km cross-country state finals, recording a time of 8:16 and placing 23rd in a field of 96 runners. YOUNG ACHIEVER OF THE MONTH Alan Perry

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Our girls’ soccer team fought hard against an experienced Parkwood Green side, going down 5-2 but never losing their energy or spirit in the divisional final. It was a genuine collective effort, as some of our ex-students now attending Gisborne Secondary College gave up their own time

News from St Brigid’s spend time with those With the new term well living there. The under way, St Brigid’s residents and students students are fresh and ready for a new semcompleted activities together to get to know ester of learning. each other. A few weeks ago, the preps celebrated The residents have appreciated the visits, ‘100 days of Prep’. EmilyClare This is a party honouring and St Brigid’s students the Preps’ commitment to have definitely enjoyed spend100 days of primary school. ing time with them. This ritual was acclaimed by Many exciting events are an immense party, with many coming up this month. The games and good things to eat. seniors are working on their The preps completed art and films that they will enter in the craft activities and were very ‘Screen It!’ competition held by athletic. All the preps had lots ACMI. St Brigid’s is preparing of fun and were very proud of for the Parish School Fete in their achievements. November, and working on the St Brigid’s grade five and auction night. sixes have been visiting the See you next month, local Elms Hostel lately, to EmilyClare 

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New life emerges at Red Rock Christian College Perhaps a little earlier than expected, the Prep class welcomed 20 baby chicks recently. They have been learning about the life cycle and watched as these eggs cracked open in the warmth of an incubator to reveal fluffy little treasures. While there is still snow on the Mount, we herald the beginning of spring! The Year 5/6 class have also been creating new things in the form of products they will sell at the Sunbury Market later this term as part of their ‘learning about business’ topic. They have displayed some creative and innovative Kidpreneurial potential! We recently held our student-led conferences, where parents were invited to see what the children have been learning — all directed by the students themselves. Parents observed the pride with which the students presented, explaining their accomplishments and showing what they enjoy most at school. In September we will join other district schools at the Inter-School Sports Carnival, which will provide an opportunity for the children to widen their competitive borders. Finally, in October we will hold another Open Day to showcase our school and a number of ‘School in Action’ days, to show off our school as it buzzes with teaching, learning and exploring. Sharon Garro

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Big night as Bullengarook students take part in Deb On August 8 nine couples of year 11 and 12 students from Bullengarook Secondary Campus participated in the school’s third Debutante Ball at Pitruzzello Estate. The students planned the whole event including designing the tickets, choosing music, venue, menu, organising and picking up suits, sashes, limos, dance instructor, guests and table allocations for our family members and friends. We did three dances each and did an amazing job and then we were presented with our sashes. We had 242 people attend and they had a wonderful time sharing our special night with us. The boys looked very handsome in their suits and the girls looked beautiful with their dresses and their hair and make-up. We all had a great time and were very tired and happy at the end of the night. Huge thanks go to all of the staff who helped us to organise the night and our fantastic dance instructor Steve Octigan who trained us beautifully and selected such cool music. Jessica Hall, Emma Blyth and Garry Heald

Preparing for secondary school Gisborne Secondary College is hosting a ‘setting up for success at secondary school’ free forum for parents and guardians of students in years 5 to 8 on Wednesday, September 10 at 7pm. Contact John Horley at horley. john.l@edumail.vic.gov.au for more information.

On the August 8, 20 New Gisborne students went to the Bendigo Writers’ Festival with Mrs Walker. We caught an early train to arrive in Bendigo at 9am and walked to the Capitol Theatre. When we got there Students were impressed with the we met the inspiring Writers’ Festival. author Garry Disher. After his fantastic talk we were escorted to meet Charles Jenkins and his friend Aaron who are songwriters. Everyone in the audience helped Charles and Aaron to make up a fun song filled with random words. Then we got into groups and made up a song about coming to the festival. We also met Chris Kennet who is an amazing illustrator. The event we were all patiently waiting for was to meet super star author, Jackie French. She was extraordinarily inspiring and hilarious. Throughout the day we carried our little notebooks and got signatures as we went along. When we got home we were exhausted. What an outstanding day! By Madelyne and Ella T, Year 6 After New Gisborne’s fantastic footy win against local schools in the Macedon Ranges, we went on to defeat both Darley and Brookside Primary Schools. On August 8 we became the first NGPS team to play at regional finals in Geelong. Sadly we didn’t get a win but we still put up a good fight. We wouild like to thank our coach, Mr G, and our parents and friends for their support. By Oscar and Macklan, Year 6

What’s on at GSC with Jessica Mundy and Isaac Trickey

Amid the endless cycle of outcomes and SACs, it is easy to see the great vibrant vibe around the college. Next year’s school leader candidates have started their campaigns by placing posters in the main corridor to attract voters. Some witty, some colourful, but none could complete with last year’s quality! Those applying for school captain positions will go through the same process as we did and we wish them luck. In other news, the school’s production of Grease was a great success. About 100 students from Years 7 to 12 participated either as part of the cast, backstage, band, or lighting and sound. The leads auditioned and were cast late last year, and rehearsals began in February. In the week leading up to the weekend performances, cast and crew rehearsed from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday. They performed two dress rehearsals to audiences as well as performing their three main shows. A big thank you goes to the parents who went to the effort of transporting their children to Kyneton every day that week, as well as to Natasha Nielson, Narelle Cocks and all others involved. – Jessica and Isaac

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Students Mitchell Coughlin, Grace Walker, Annabel Kowald and Matthew Handley-Merkt.

Galaxy Science Club at GSC One of the many exciting activities taking place for GSC students is the Galaxy Science Club. Members meet each fortnight in the science wing at lunchtime with science teacher Jas Khangurha and Lab Tech Catriona Simpson. Students participate in hands-on activities related to physics, chemistry and biology to promote science education. Students from year 8, 9 and 10 attend the sessions and enjoy the science-related exercises.

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Primary school grounds attract wildlife What cultural and arts events would you like to see? Tell us what events and performances you would like to see in the shire for a chance to win lunch for two at the beautiful Hanging Rock Cafe (includes vehicle pass to the rock reserve). Complete the survey on the website mrsc.vic.gov.au/yoursay It will take about five minutes. The survey closes on Sunday 14 September.

Gisborne Primary School students are creating a native garden sanctuary to attract wildlife and birds with seedlings and mulch donated by Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Two hundred native indigenous trees and shrubs were planted around the school oval as part of Planet Ark National Tree Day on August 1. Mayor Cr Roger Jukes said the project was a great way for students to learn about the diverse wildlife and habitats in our shire. “Planting indigenous plants from the Macedon Ranges is important for the biodiversity of our shire

and it’s great to see the students taking a keen interest in their local environment,” he said. “We can all do our bit to be more environmentally friendly and Gisborne Primary School is setting a great example.” Among the donated seedlings are silver banksia and snow gums, which will attract the native nectarfeeding birds such as eastern spinebills and wildlife such as feather-tail gliders.

Students in action at Gisborne Primary.

Action to begin on Daly Reserve Council will be working with community groups to implement the Environmental Management Plan for UL Daly Nature Reserve in Gisborne. Actions include a weed control program to allow native vegetation to regenerate, a “demonstration grassland” to showcase native grasses, new signs, and progressive replacement of non-native trees with native species. These actions seek to improve the biodiversity values of the reserve and improve the reserve for visitors while retaining its natural appeal. The plan was adopted in July after revisions were made following feedback from the community. The revised plan can be viewed online at mrsc.vic.gov.au/daly-reserve or in person at Council service centres.

FARMERS’ MARKETS Macedon Ranges Farmers’ Markets in September: 6 Woodend 13 Kyneton 20 Riddells Creek 27 Lancefield Bring your own bags, baskets and trolleys. Free face-paint for the kids. Buskers welcome. Meggs Hannes

Judge David Rendle provides feedback on the August open and monochrome competitions.

Photographic Society Birds of the Macedon Ranges 7 Ron Weste caught this great shot of the magnificent wedge-tailed eagle that can be seen soaring around the ranges, usually with its mate and sometimes with the pair’s young bird. Can anybody reliably say how many pairs of wedge tailed eagles there are resident in the Macedon Ranges?

Teldorado – ‘the bloke’s backyard’ Part of the Daffodil Festival Open Garden Scheme, this quirky and unique garden contains a sculpture park, general store, stage, bar and plenty of ideas. Barbecue, nachos, pizza, beer and wine tastings available each day. Saturday-Sunday 6-7 and 13-14 September, 10am-4pm. Entry via gold coin donation, which goes to Live4Life. 311 Taradale Road, Drummond North.

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The AGM in August saw some changes in the committee with Deborah Mullins taking on the role of president supported by Bruce Braun, vice-president. A huge thank you to Doug Hunwick who has been an inspiration as president for the past four years, and to Gwen Ford whose tireless work as competition steward has been enormous. Both will stay on at the club, with Doug keen to support new members in a mentorship role and Gwen assisting Barry Sidebottom who will now be overseeing our competitions. The monochrome and open competitions in August attracted many entries. The judge, David Rendle from the Geelong Camera Club, provided some fantastic feedback. Coming up in September is the annual interclub event where four clubs from regional Victoria vie for the winner’s trophy. On Saturday 13, clubs from Castlemaine, Maryborough and Macedon Ranges will meet at the Bendigo club for this night of photographic excellence. Macedon Ranges was last year’s winner so we are hoping the trend continues! The society meets twice a month at the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House. For more information please contact Deborah Mullins on 0411 530 015 or visit the website: www. macedon-ranges-photography.org.au or our Facebook page.

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National Safety Agency president Des Bahr brought his giant semitrailer to Gisborne in late July to test its high-tech communication systems in this area.

Special reading for Father’s Day BOOK WORMS with Natasha Boyd

Father’s Day is a great time to say thanks for all the support and love we receive from the male role models in our life. Here are some perfect gift ideas for all kinds of book-loving dads! Action-loving dads will enjoy well known Daniel Silva’s new novel The Heist or Steve Worland’s new novel Quick, a high-octane adventure ride by a rising star of action trillers. True stories like Lords of the Sky has a focus on fighter pilots, History of Waterloo by B Cornwall is perfect for history buffs, Great Australian Motorcycle Stories is an exciting revhead choice, or maybe the autobiography from Australian icon Fred Brophy, a fourth-generation showman who still operates his boxing tent – the last of its kind in the world. And there’s the inspirational story Will to Live about Aussie quad amputee Matthew Ames, who courageously sets a fine example to dads everywhere. For the joker or prankster dad there’s Crap Dad Jokes, Very Embarrassing Dad Joke Book or Katrina Germein’s picture books My dad thinks he’s funny and My dad still thinks he’s funny, which are great for kids of all ages to share with the favourite man in their life! And shed-loving dads will love Jasper White’s new book Man Caves. For new mums-to-be there seems to be the guide

books such as Up the Duff and Babylove, but what about new dads? Some ideas are; Mark Woods’ manual Babies and Toddlers for Men or Graeme Russell’s First Time Father: the essential guide for the new dad. Fun father-focused picture book selections include Hey Dad You’re Great by Corinne Fenton, My Daddy Says by Justine Smith, My Dad is a Superhero by Ruby Brown, Just like my dad by David Melling and the gorgeous classics Kisses for Daddy by Frances Watts and Daddy Hugs by Karen Katz. And not forgetting the granddads there are Adventures with Grandpa by Rosemary Mastnak, How to babysit a grandad by Jean Reagan, My Grandpa is Amazing by Nick Butterworth and the classics My Dad by Anthony Browne and Grandpa and me by Karen Katz. This month there are two giveaway books, both sponsored by Scholastic – Yvonne Morrison’s fun picture book My Aussie Dad or Rosie Smith’s My Dad’s the Coolest box set which comes with mini picture book with gorgeous illustrations by Bruce Whatley and the all important drink cooler! To claim a book visit the GREAT Cen tre with your dad (or mum if you want to have it as a surprise) and tell us what you love most about Federal your dad!

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Father’s Day service Sunday Sept 7, 11am, at Wooling Hill, New Gisborne. The chapel at Wooling Hill will provide a comforting space for a Father’s Day Memorial Service where participants will be able to reflect on their dads and what they meant to them. Singer Sarah Wilkinson will provide music and funeral celebrant Kristine Rawlinson will guide the ceremony. Refreshments to follow. To register please contact Kristine on 0423 028 668 or kristine@greenhavenfunerals. com.au

Hi Everyone, During the winter months we all need a bit of determination even just to get out of bed in the cold mornings. For the past two days I have been bedridden with the flu and have been feeling really tired, which explains why I slept for 19 hours yesterday. However I have persevered through this horrible virus and managed to watch 13 episodes of my favourite TV show. I’m obviously sick because Mum bought me two blocks of chocolate and I’ve only managed to eat three rows. I have also lost my voice so the family thought all their wishes had come true but I’ve managed to push through and still order them all around. Another time when I needed to persevere was last week when my horse decided to throw me through a fence. After he decided to gallop down the arena I looked at the three possible options: 1) go over the wooden fence without the horse, 2) through the wooden fence with the horse or 3) make an inelegant dismount and aim for a gap in the fence – and I chose the third. I’ve had lots of diving practice during my many years of swimming training, however this effort lacked a bit in the style department. It’s always fun working with a young horse; you think everything is going smoothly until you are randomly bucked off. At least it keeps you alert and on your toes. Our family are going on holiday to Bali soon with another family. They are a family of overachievers; they all surf, run and the girls do calisthenics so the pressure is definitely on. We specialise at eating chocolate in between our sporting activities so we are all trying to be more healthy so that we can fit into our bathers without embarrassment. We need to remove some of our winter padding. Good luck to any of you who needed persistence and determination this winter - spring is only a few days away. See you next month, Emma

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Celebrating a century of Red Cross Gisborne T

HE Gisborne Branch of the Australian Red Cross Society was founded in August 1914 immediately after World War I broke out. Mrs Blanche Muriel Eugenie Ross-Watt was the first Gisborne branch president. Mrs Ross-Watt told the story of how it came about in a 1931 interview in The Leader newspaper. The report said: “She was on holidays at Mount Buffalo when news of war reached Australia. She at once sent a telephone call to Gisborne to call a meeting to form a Red Cross Branch. Four days later the branch was formed. The Gisborne Branch reached a high standard of efficiency and the sewing was known to be so good that the packages were not opened by headquarters, but sent on direct.” Members were rostered to serve tea and biscuits at meetings, using two Primus stoves that were the only means of heating both the water and the Mechanics Hall. World War I activated knitting needles across the country as women mobilised their skills to support soldiers overseas. Woollen socks were vital during the war and had to be hand knitted to exact standards so that they were seamless and comfortable. Australian soldiers in the cold and muddy trenches needed a continuous supply of clean, dry socks to protect them against the debilitating “trench foot”. Socks were often sent in comfort boxes together with cigarettes, food and mail from home. Other hampers contained flannel shirts, balaclavas, scarves and bandages and these packages were prepared by Gisborne Branch and taken to Gisborne Railway Station free by Jack Slattery. At the request of the Central Branch, some of the members corresponded with lonely soldiers and a camera was donated to those wishing to send photographs to their men at the front. In October 1914 a St John Ambulance

By JEAN DIXON and PHYLLIS BOYD Pictures supplied by the Gisborne and Mount Macedon Districts Historical Society

Members of Gisborne Red Cross who hosted returned servicemen in 1917.

class was formed with Dr Mabel Baillie giving the lectures and instructions. In 1916 a few members of Gisborne Red Cross who had already learned the art of shooting rabbits expressed a wish to have shooting practice at the Gisborne Rifle Range. The captain, John A Beattie, and the members agreed to the formation of a Ladies Club under their supervision. The men gave tuition on the range and they were partners on occasions when the ladies and the gentlemen exchanged trophies. The Ladies Club continued until 1921. In June 1917 members of Gisborne Red Cross entertained returned servicemen from the Caulfield Military Hospital. The men were transported in buses and private cars arranged by the Central Branch of Red Cross. The luncheon in the Gisborne Mechanics Hall was made

possible by the generous offer of Mrs Jack Power of the Telegraph Hotel. By 1919, Gisborne Branch had 79 financial members and had raised just over £1,338 for the war effort, after which the branch was disbanded.

wenty years later, Mrs Ross-Watt called a meeting to re-form a branch of the Red Cross Society on 11 September 1939 as the Second World War broke out. The final meeting of this branch was on 19 July 1946. Following this war, Britain was short of food and many of the former Red Cross members met to sort, assemble and sew goods into calico bags known as “Bundles for Britain”. This group of Gisborne ladies was known as the “Down Under Club”

and continued for some years. During 1955 to 1961 the Gisborne Branch was re-formed with involvement in Blood Bank visits, some fund-raising and a few meetings. The association with the Blood Bank continues today with members assisting on the tea roster at monthly Sunbury collections, as they have done for the past 20 years. Regular meetings continued from 1961 and at the time of the 1983 Ash Wednesday fires the disaster relief work of Australian Red Cross came into action in Gisborne at the Anglican Church Hall. Following this, new members were gained and the unit flourished from then until 1994 with involvement in fundraising, Red Cross Calling, The Oaks nursing home sing-a-longs, transport to medical appointments, loans of home medical aids and Emergency Service Teams, (now known as REDI Support Groups) who attend emergencies such as fire, flood, disaster response and recovery. Gisborne members have proudly received 107 long-service medals or bars, seven exceptional service awards, one special plaque, one distinguished service award and 34 certificates of merit for commendation and appreciation since 1977. The Gisborne Branch met first at the Mechanics Hall, then at the Fire Brigade and then at the Senior Citizen’s Room as the group outgrew each venue. However, in 2012-2013, with falling attendances and difficulty in filling office-bearer positions, a decision by the members was made to close the Gisborne Unit in favour of a ‘Gisborne Friends of Red Cross’ group. This group has 42 registered members with an average 25 attending monthly meetings. Whenever there is a disaster or crisis, whether it is local, national or international, the dedicated volunteers of the Red Cross will be there, supporting and assisting their community.

Historical Society News Socks knitted for the soldiers in the First World War by Red Cross volunteers.

Red Cross members set up the Mechanics Hall for the returned servicemen’s lunch in 1917.

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The Annual General Meeting of the society will be held on Sunday September 28 at the Court House, Hamilton Street, Gisborne, at 2pm. This will be followed by our guest speaker, the knowledgeable David Weatherill, whose topic will be “Cemeteries in Victoria”. Afternoon tea will follow. ● In July we incorrectly captioned a picture in an article on Ross Watt Children’s Hall. Thank you to the eagle-eyed reader who spotted it. The photo (right) was of John Carre Riddell not Thomas Ross Watt.

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William George “Bill” Walker 1st July 1925 – 28th July 2014 Bill was born in Preston and was the fifth child of nine in the family. He had three brothers and five sisters. Bill confessed to having a limited education as he only attended school for around four years in total. Instead he helped his father to drove sheep in Gippsland. Bill and Joan were married in 1954 and soon after bought Bill Walker 162 acres at Bullengarook. The parcel of land extended from Dineen Road to Coffey Road and needed clearing of timber. So Bill, together with Joan, started clearing the land and selling the cut timber for firewood. Bill’s father bought 48 acres adjoining theirs, making a total of 210 acres to farm. Finally in 1961 the Walker family moved to Bullengarook. In a way this was necessitated by the fact that the Bullengarook School was threatened with closure and they needed extra pupils. By 1964 they had a herd of 30 milking cows and the farm was up and running. Bill however found it necessary to work while setting up the farm and was for a time a bus driver for Organs then later worked for the Shire of Gisborne as a road ganger. When Bill and Joan subdivided their land a portion of the fees were kept by the council to be put towards recreation land for the people of Bullengarook. After other subdivisions were made Bill became an agitator to get the Shire to acquire land for a recreation centre and finally they did, settling on the area that is the recreation centre today. Having children attending the local school Bill also joined the School Committee and supported Bullengarook Primary School for many years. The Walker / Hay families have had two generations living and attending school at Bullengarook until the school closed. The Bullengarook Fire Brigade was another of Bill’s activities and he attended regularly on callouts from 1967. He took on the roles of third and second lieutenant and also that of Communications Officer over the years. Finally Bill and Joan moved to Gisborne in 1979 to live out their days together in a lovely new home. Sadly once again we have lost another of our Rookie settlers; however Bill has left us with a wonderful legacy in all he took part in and also his family that are still with us.

Film ‘Never Let Me Go’ Macedon Ranges Film Society’s film this month, Never Let Me Go, is based on Japanese-born British author Kazuo Ishiguro’s 2005 book of the same name. Starring Carey Mulligan and Keira Knightley, it begins in a fictional boarding school and centres on the relationships between three students. The film has been described by critics as one of the best films of its genre. The Film Society meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 7pm at the Woodend Community Centre. Contact us at mrfilmsociety@gmail.com or by phoning Christine on 5429 5452. Last month the society was the victim of weather: due to damage sustained at the Community Centre, we had to cancel the screening of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg. If a film night had to be cancelled due to weather conditions, this would be the one! The film will be shown later in the year. Christine Caley

Steve Bracks to talk on Timor Leste I am pleased to welcome former Premier Steve Bracks to the Macedon Ranges on September 18 to give his observations on Timor Leste. This will be an evening not to be missed. Steve Bracks is an Joanne engaging speaker with a great story Duncan to tell about his work in Timor Leste. Australia and Timor Leste are near neighbours with close political and trade ties and following his resignation as Premier, Steve provided an unpaid advising role in East Timor working alongside the newly elected Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão. Following a request from Mr Gusmão in 2011, the Steve Bracks Timor Leste Governance Project assisted with the drafting of the “Timor Leste Strategic Development Plan, 2011-2030”. This plan sets out a pathway to eradicate poverty and establish a diversified non-oil economy in Timor Leste. Since 2007 Steve has led 26 missions to Dili and has acted as a special adviser on governance issues to Mr Gusmao, so I am sure he will have many interesting stories to tell. The event will be held on Thursday September 18, 6pm-8pm, at Ethic, 63 Urquhart Street, Woodend. The cost is $10 and RSVP is needed by Wednesday September 10. You can book a ticket direct at http:// stevebrackswoodend.eventbrite.com.au or call Chris on 0400 747 121. I hope to see you there. Joanne Duncan State Member for Macedon

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Macedon Musings with Melanie Fattore This month I would like to acknowledge the very sad loss of my dear friend and valued Macedon resident Adrian Munro. Adrian died on August 3 after losing his long battle with cancer. An accomplished barrister, Adrian was an active member of the community. He and I started on School Council at Macedon Primary on the same night nine years ago. The legal expertise he brought to school council was invaluable, and his wry sense of humour was a welcome relief from the often routine meetings. Adrian was also a very active member of The Mount Players Theatre Company, appearing in at least seven performances, his last as the judge in A Few Good Men earlier this year. Adrian is survived by his beloved partner Kate — whom I at one time shared the Macedon Musings column with — and children Sam, Matilda and Ainslie, along with myriad of Macedon residents whom he connected with over the years. Well done to the Macedon Under 16s football team, which narrowly lost the recent RDFL grand final to Romsey by just three points. That slim margin was the closest any team had got to defeating Romsey all year, and the boys should be extremely proud of their efforts. Macedon/Mt Macedon Community Development Group reports that the team from SBJ Landscapes are now at work to restore the Macedon Station garden. All members of the community are invited to come along between 9am and noon on Sunday August 31 to plant trees and shrubs to get the garden ready for its official opening by Minister for Transport Terry Mulder at 11am on Sunday September 14, to which everyone is also invited. I wish everyone a wonderful welcome to spring and some warmer days.

$100,000 grant towards rescue truck for SES Gisborne SES is to receive a new light rescue truck. The unit has received a $100,000 State Government grant to buy the vehicle on top of $60,000 raised by local volunteers. The light rescue truck will be able to carry equipment to assist with emergency repairs to buildings and dealing with fallen trees as well as equipment for general operations.

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Golf Club stalwart retires A number of our ladies are gearing up for various match-play events. Inner Western Pennant is under way, with our team winning their first two matches and sitting atop the ladder. Marianne Stoettrup, Simone Morrison, Sue Baker and Jo-anne McPhee have all represented Gisborne Golf Club to date. North Western Interclub began in mid-August. This event is for those with handicaps in the 16–38 range and this year we are competing against Whittlesea, Goonawarra, Sunshine, Medway and Northern. Well known Gisborne resident Ray Keane recently retired from the club having spent 48 years employed on the course and 58 as a member. Ray started as a 15-year-old working part-time, then took on the role as the club’s first course curator, staying in this position for 33 years. He continued to work at the club and amassed a total 48 years there. As he moved around the course he would always offer a friendly wave or a cheery greeting to those chasing the white ball on the fairways and greens that he had spent the greater part of his life maintaining. His knowledge of all facets of the course will be sorely missed. We are pleased to see Laurie Chew

It has been a long cold winter and all of our members are looking forward to spring and the opening of our new season on September 10. Many members have enjoyed holidays either overseas or up north in Queensland. Jean Bedwell has been playing games at Noosa and is quite envious of their facilities. All games are played on Asized courts, twice the size of ours, and she said it became quite exhausting. Our deepest sympathy goes out to our member Morris Evans who lost his wife Mary in early August. Mary was also a member of our club, but due to ill health had not played for quite a while. A lovely gentle lady is now at rest. For anyone considering playing croquet, I would like to say that it is one of the most inexpensive sports that an individual can contemplate. One item of equipment, a mallet (and plenty to borrow until you are sure), small annual fees, and $5 green fees each time you play. We play mostly golf croquet, but we also have a few stalwarts who play the traditional association croquet. So to quote David Ross a past treasurer of VCA, “Long may chess on grass keep the grey matter active, the joints movable and the social interaction and competitiveness enjoyable.” Hope to see you soon.

Ray Keane has been around the club for almost 60 years.

back in the Pro shop. Laurie was very involved with ladies who attended beginner clinics as well as present members who honed their skills with her expert advice. We are always looking for more ladies to join us, not just for golf but the social side as well. Membership information can be obtained by phoning 5428 2493 or at www.gisbornegolf.com.au

Petanquers practise for Open Mt Macedon Petanque Club is gearing up for their Open Competition on October 12 when players from many clubs will visit Gisborne for the day and compete along with the 70+ players who have attended in the past two years. Some of our club members have been competing in various competitions in and around Melbourne to improve their skills during our off season. Practice and club games are played on the second and fourth Saturday mornings from 10am and once daylight savings starts, on Thursdays from 4pm. Come and see how enjoyable a throw of boules can be. We are behind the Caltex Service Station in Station Road, Gisborne. Contact Danny on 0417 552 481.

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Another good year to report at Mt Macedon Golf Mount Macedon Golf Club’s AGM is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 6 at 10am. As a casual observer, the club seems to have had another successful and productive year. There is a palpable energy about the club and a progression of course and clubhouse improvements. The AGM will be an opportunity to hear in greater detail how the club is travelling, explore any issues and elect an enthusiastic and committed committee to continue the good work. As is the tradition, the Bluey Russell Trophy will be contested following the meeting with a shotgun start. In notable performances Bruce Fraser took out the July monthly medal with 65 nett. Aaron Edmunds and Ashley Baker won the Winter 4BBB Par with the standout score of +7. The 4BBB match play competition, having progressed through qualification and preliminary rounds, is now at the pointy end of this prestigious event. Only the final remains to be played between pairs Matty Willis and Bruce Fraser versus Robbie Beatson and Wayne Christie. While it can at times get a little fresh on the mount in winter, the wood is kept up to the fire in the clubhouse, making for a very convivial atmosphere after a round of golf. Modest membership fees offer great value in terms of golf and camaraderie. Mount Macedon Golf Club welcomes new members and green fee players. Phone 5426 1650 or drop into the clubhouse on the weekend. Visit our website at mtmacedongolfclub. com.au

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Milo cricket program returns Gisborne Cricket Club is running the Milo Cricket program again this year from October through to Christmas. This is a fun program for boys and girls aged 5-10, where they learn the skills of cricket in a supervised, enjoyable format. Many of our star Gisborne senior cricketers started here. To register your child go online at www.in2cricket.com.au, click on ‘Register’ and select Gisborne Dragons. We are seeking volunteers to be part of the club and to assist in coordinating the Milo Program this year. Get involved in this excellent program and help the kids have fun and learn about cricket. The time commitment is a couple of hours a week for eight weeks – you don’t have to be a cricket expert! The program will run on either Friday afternoon or Sunday morning. Parents or interested people should contact Andrew on 0425 763 999 or at president@gisbornecc.com or Jodie on 0422 268 002 or at secretary@gisbornecc.com Our Junior registration day for the coming season is on Saturday August 30 from 9am til 12 noon at Gardiner Reserve. Registration is for under 11s to under 16s. Come and be part of our successful club. Visit our website www.gisbornecc. com for registration details or contact Alicia for any further information at juniors@gisbornecc. com.au

Last year’s Little Athletes primed and ready to go.

Gisborne Little Athletics Registration is on Friday, September 12, from 5pm to 6.30pm at at Gisborne Tennis Club rooms next to Dixon Field. Or parents can register online – paste this link into your browser and follow the prompts: http://glac125.org.au/custompage/index. cfm?fuseaction=display_main&CategoryID=11423&OrgID=1492 The first competition night is on Friday October 10. David Tucker, 0418 612 405

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Gisborne Dragons are ready to go The Gisborne Cricket Club has begun pre-season training and the outlook is GISBORNE DRAGONS bright for the season ahead. After a very successful www.gisbornecc.com campaign last year, the club is looking to grow and is hoping to field six senior men’s sides in addition to a women’s team and a large junior program for boys and girls. With a terrific grand final win to force its way back into the GDCA McIntyre Cup competition, the club is looking to challenge strongly in the senior grade. The Dragons will take to the field with a young first XI side, with loads of potential and featuring exciting home-grown Gisborne talent such as Jarryd Vernon, Darcy Nolan, Eamon McKenna and Ryan and Jack Baker. Successful coach Daniel Trevillian has been reappointed and is primed to go again but veteran premiership captain Jason Lock has stepped aside after many years of service. Off-field, the club is also in good shape, having completed a major capital improvement program last year and looking to further improve facilities this year. The Cricket Club is an active part of the Gardiner Reserve redevelopment, which will deliver new lighting and a new scoreboard as part of a major refurbishment. Anyone who wishes to contribute to the enhancement of this great community reserve should visit www.gardinerreserveproject.com.au where there are several options to donate to a good cause. Cricket Victoria is supporting the redevelopment and, with the World Cup to be held early next year, the spotlight will really be on cricket during the summer months. Club president Andrew Headberry said: “We are really looking forward to the season ahead. To be back in McIntyre Cup action is fantastic and the addition of extra teams shows that cricket is alive and well in Gisborne. “Our junior program is terrific and we continue to supply a steady stream of elite players as well as providing kids with quality cricket in a fun family atmosphere.” Pre-season training started on August 17 and runs on Sunday mornings and Monday nights through September. August 30 – Junior registration at Gardiner Reserve 10am. October 4 – Round 1 of GDCA Contact President Andrew Headberry on 0425 763 999 if you want to get involved or have any queries. Brett Vernon

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Calder Flyfishing Club – a beginner’s view

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An interesting winter club trip to two local lakes was held in late July. It was good to have the experts on hand to give casting advice in the windy conditions later in the morning. Observing the techniques used by the experienced was also educational; for example, Chris’s changing from fishing with a nymph and indicator to a smelt fly pattern in the hunt for a large elusive “smelting” trout that was cruising the shallows. A beginner like myself appreciated watching and learning then putting my observations into practice. After attending John Guljas’ earlier in-depth talk at the club, I gained even more from watching him carefully stalk a good-sized “brown”. We will, by time of printing, have had a talk from Andrew Fuller from the Compleat Flyfisher. Look for the coming report on our website. In the meantime, our beginners can now tie basic flies and can go on to improve their fly tying by attending “Fly tying techniques”, an intermediate fly tying course open to all members. These are just some examples of the many benefits available to members of the club. Fly fishing interest is not just confined to fresh water. Our next planned club outing will be a fly fishing trip to the Geelong area towards the end of September, for salt-water fly fishing. Please visit our website at www.calderfyfishing. com.au for information on meetings at the Macedon Ranges Further Education Centre in Gisborne, to read our reports on talks, and to get information about forthcoming activities.

Well it won’t happen by sitting at home on the sofa. Support Bike Safe Macedon Ranges, become a member and help us make a difference to your safety. We were formed in June 2013 and since then a handful of volunteers have worked with both Macedon Ranges Shire Council and VicRoads to get cyclist advisory signage up on our roads, run a major safety ‘Pass With Care’ campaign over summer, and our ‘Light Up the Road’ campaign for cyclists is still on the road. We await advice from the Shire as to whether it will contribute some funds to enable us to run another major safety campaign next summer. Cyclist road safety has a long way to go in our region. Cyclists have been seriously injured on our roads and most of us have had a serious near miss or been run off the road by a driver. We need infrastructure improvement and safer onroad connectivity between our towns including vastly improved road shoulders and bike lanes that cyclists want to use because they are clean, smooth and well maintained. You can support us by becoming a member for a lazy $25 or share some of your time. From putting up posters to writing submissions for improved infrastructure and funding, there is a heap of work to do and not enough people to do it. Contact us at bikesafemacedonranges@gmail. com for an application form or to lend us a hand.

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Sam Rogers, left, and Richard Taylor-Harris in action.

Braving the cold Gisborne Tennis Club juniors have been busy Friday nights and Saturday mornings brushing off the cold to play some exciting tennis. Our best performing teams are the C3 Rangers who are leading the top of their group followed by the C1 Stars and C3 Hornets both sitting second in their grades. The A2 Vikings and Mustangs are fighting it out for third spot in their group, as are the Wallabies and Bears in the D grade. In the player rankings Thomas McCormick leads in the C3 players with Lewis McIver second, Alexander Skelton third and Beau Skelton fifth. Lewis Bouckley leads the player rankings in the C1 Saturday competition with team mate Zac Vescovi in third place. Congratulations to all players for playing through the cold weather but playing some hot tennis. The club is presently seeking players for the 201415 summer tennis competition. If you are interested, details can be found on our website. Tennis is a great active and social sport for all I hope to see you at our courts this summer. Mark Cautley

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Joey Scouts’ achievement Scoring above their weight! Bullengarook Rangers Football Club The club has scored an extra boost this month with the successful support of Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s recent community grants. The club received nearly $5000 at the shire’s presentation in late July that will go towards vital training and game-day equipment. The club is comprised largely of Woodend, Gisborne, Macedon and Bullengarook kids; training is held twice weekly at the Macedon Green Street Reserve, and games are played each Sunday. For a sporty group of kids, many of whom are enjoying their first season of outdoor soccer, they are blitzing it on the field, with the under 12s second on the ladder in Melbourne’s west region and the under 8s girls and boys winning most weeks also. Much of this success is due to the wonderful training by head coach Lewis, and commitment in the group to watch international games in Melbourne together and learn from soccer workshops. Next year a more combined approach is aimed with other groups in the area, strengthening the presence of football in the Macedon Ranges. Who knows, maybe we have the next Tim Cahill in our midst? For any enquiries please call 0417 440 228.

Gisborne and District Table Tennis Association: We started our ninth season on August 13 with two practice/ grading nights. Round 1 of our winter spring pennant for all three grades started on August 27. During winter we had lots of new enquiries so we expect to see some new faces this pennant season, which will be terrific. Now, a massive thank you to Brian Davis who runs his own piping business (Metropipe). Brian has paid for nine new table tennis nets. Stan Thomas president 0437 508 338 sthomas@gisbornects.com.au www.gisbornects.com.au

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The 1st Gisborne Joey Scout leaders would like to congratulate James Fraser, Scott Larsen, Harry Keenan and Lachlan Visscher as they attended the special Promise Challenge Award presentation at Bacchus Marsh Scout and Guide complex on Sunday July 28. They were among recipients from all over the Lerderderg region who had achieved this award in the past 12 months and now all of them have since linked to Cub Scouts! Well done to all, a Nicole Laurie great achievement!

Guides take on a special challenge The Gisborne Guides were challenged to sew a pair of Indian moccasins by Michelle this term. This proved to be a very difficult task as the girls learned how to do blanket stitch around the leather joins. Michelle has returned from a visit to Guide Units in the US and Canada where she undertook Australian-themed activities with the girls, including showing a younger group how to make koalas. Gisborne Girl Guides meet in the Daly Reserve Hall on Thursdays between 5 and 6.30pm. Phone Deb on 54 261 931 for further details.

Touch Football Free Come and Try Sessions Dixon Field, Gisborne Tuesday September 23 and 30 Juniors 4.30pm–5.30pm. Seniors 6pm–7.30pm For more information call: 5428 7155 or touchfootball@mrsc.vic.gov.au www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/touchfootball

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A special time for plant lovers Hi Everyone. The garden at Bolobek is beginning to come to life after the long cold winter. I am looking forward with Chris Williams to some warmer weather and not having to constantly wear my scarf or woolly hat! Bolobek is hosting the Mount Macedon & District Horticultural Society’s annual Plant Lover’s Market this year. The market is being held on September 20 and 21. It is a great opportunity to come to Bolobek and meet many specialist nursery owners and buy the wonderful plants they produce. September 1 is Wattle Day. Two of my favourite varieties of wattle are flowering at the moment in the native windbreak at Bolobek. The Snowy River Wattle (Acacia boormanii) is looking fantastic. It is a small growing variety, up to two metres tall. It has fine smoky blue green foliage and masses of fluffy yellow flowers over a long period. The other is the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha), Australia’s national floral emblem, with its large gold flowers on deep green foliage. The Golden wattle can grow up to four metres tall but it is still a well-behaved tree. Both of these are trouble free, easily available and perfectly suited to small modern gardens. That is all for this month. See you all at the Plant Lover’s Market!

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Join Vasili from Channel 31’s Vasili’s Garden to Kitchen on Saturday September 6, 10am to 12.30pm, to hear the best ideas for getting the garden ready for spring. Topics include: ● Organic gardening practices ● Preparing soil ● Composting and mulching ● What to plant ● Organic pest control, fertiliser and more! The workshop will be at Gisborne Church of Christ, Saunders Road, New Gisborne. Check out the information stalls and visit the Community Garden. Buy your lunch and morning tea at the 1st New Gisborne Scout Group fundraising stall. Bookings can be made at www.westernwater.com.au or by calling 9218 5455. This free workshop is jointly funded by Macedon Ranges Shire Council and Western Water in association with the New Gisborne Community Garden.

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Our monthly Speaker Night will be on Tuesday, September 2. This meeting will include our AGM and guest speaker Martin Farrugia talking on ‘All about Peonies’. It is at the Horticultural Hall, 583 Mt Macedon Rd, Mt Macedon. Meetings start at 8pm. At our October Speaker Night we will hear from Dr Sandy Webb on ‘Falling in love with the Trees of Delhi’. Visitors and new members are welcome. Anyone interested in joining our society can speak to our treasurer Jan at the Speaker Night. Also, don’t forget to visit our Plant Lover’s Market on September 20 and 21. It will feature over 20 Victorian specialist plant growers, nurseries and other specialists. The market will be held at Bolobek, 370 Mount Macedon Road, Macedon, with ample parking on site. As well as our superb range of plants, while you’re there take the opportunity to visit the beautiful Bolobek which is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register and noted for its garden. Details of our programs are on our website www.mtmacedonhort.org.au or call Sally on 5426 2488. Kevin Edwards

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Gisborne Garden Club news Due to the unavailability of the garden originally intended for the August meeting, we were very fortunate in being able to visit a Gisborne garden at just a month’s notice. The property, on 10 acres, has been a process of development over 30 years. Approximately two acres is gardened and the garden, which displays a very Mediterranean feel, envelops an equally Europeanstyle stone cottage, built with rocks sourced and carted by trailer loads Treasurer Kerry Langmaid in the mid-eighties. Low stone walls abound within the garden to define areas and brick paving used for paths and entertaining areas. A well-established grape vine covers a large pergola in one such area, adjacent to a good sized pizza oven. As would be expected, a large area has been devoted to the kitchen garden which includes many individual beds and fruit trees. Early bulbs were in abundance throughout with the promise of spring and summer colour evident in the deciduous trees and shrubs as well as multiple climbing and shrub roses. The club meets on the second Wednesday of the month between 1pm and 3pm. The September meeting is on the 10th and the venue is in Woodend. For further information phone Kerry on 0408 115 759.

Spring beauty at Duneira Now that the depths of winter have (almost) passed, Duneira at Mount Macedon will once again open its gates for a variety of events through the spring and summer months. Events range from Open Garden days, guided tours of the house and garden, concerts showcasing brilliant Australian musicians and many other literary and artistic endeavours. Duneira in spring presents a brilliant display of bulbs, including the famous bluebell-lined drive that remains in the memory of visitors long after the bulbs have finished. Coming concerts include 18th-century music, Gershwin hits, jazz and percussion. All concerts are one hour in duration and tickets are limited. Lectures, courses and sessions on health and wellbeing are also on the menu. To see the range of events, visit www.duneira.com.au You can also find us on Facebook – just search for Duneira.

Organising our Lives with Sarita Johan

Self belief Let me ask a question… What would you do if you had a magic wand? What would be possible for you? When asking this question I often get the reply, “Well, I could do anything couldn’t I?” My reply is then, “so why don’t you?” As humans we have this way of unconsciously creating limiting beliefs about ourselves and this in turn affects our achievements. There are various reasons why we have these limiting beliefs: somewhere along the way we failed at something; we think our ideas might be a bit ambitious; it could be the environment we live in. There are zillions of reasons why we focus on what we believe we can’t do versus exploring the things that we can do. There are so many examples of people who have achieved their dreams, even when the odds were stacked against them. It was only a few months ago that Nick Kyrgios took on the world number one, Rafael Nadal. Before the big game when Kyrgios was asked whether he had a chance he did not hesitate. He truly believed he was going to beat Nadal, even when everyone else thought it was impossible. Nick won, and he didn’t win because Nadal had a bad day. He won because he had set his mind on winning. Before the game he visualised his victory. Visualisation techniques are nothing new but there are plenty of people who don’t apply them to their daily lives, which is a pity as visualisation is one of the most powerful tools that is available to each and every one of us. So where do you start? How about creating a vision board with pictures and words of things you want to achieve. You could use a corkboard or a box in which you can keep pictures. Position the board or box somewhere where you can see it daily and visualise. Make sure you have fun with it and back yourself. You are in charge of your mind and therefore your results! Sarita Johan, 0427 814 174

Open Garden at Eden Park An impressive kilometre-long avenue of hawthorns leads into a country garden featuring both formal and cottage elements enhancing the beautiful historic homestead. Flourishing box hedges, perennials and roses are sheltered by mature shrubberies and trees. Wide lawn terraces edged in generous colourful beds lead down to a creek. Attractive productive garden. 1.2ha (three acres). Extras: Displays by Highland Cattle Association, Suffolk Sheep and local Historical Society. Stalls by Romsey Primary School and Landcare. 2133 Romsey Road, Romsey. Sept 13-14, 10am-4.30pm. $8.

Caring doctor was passionate about music OBITUARY David Gome 13 December 1944 – 3 July 2014 Born at St Arnaud and raised in Werribee, David was educated at local schools then at Geelong Grammar School, where he was a scholarship holder. He went on to study medicine at the University of Melbourne. Much of David’s professional life of 45 years as a general practitioner was spent in the western suburbs, including 16 years at the Deer Park Community Health Centre where he became Medical Director. David was in every respect a traditional doctor: he delivered over 500 babies and visited patients at home and in aged-care facilities. Many patients

secretary of Friends of stayed with him for over 35 years. During Music at Resurrection. Most recently he was the 1970s David spent substantially involved in the 18 months as District purchase by the church of Medical Officer at the historic pipe organ of Fitzroy Crossing in the All Saints Old Cathedral, Kimberley, caring for Bendigo. When restored Aboriginal people. and installed this organ will David and his wife David Gome be dedicated to David’s Dianne moved to Macedon in 2008 and quickly memory. His membership of the became involved in local activities. Woodend Bridge Club was sadly A keen singer, David was a tenor very short. David is survived by Dianne, in the Gisborne Singers and the choir of the Church of the sons Stephen, Campbell and Resurrection, Macedon. He did James from a previous marriage, much to promote concerts at this step-children Sonja and Conrad church and was the founding and eight grandchildren.

Genealogical Group Now that Family History Month is behind us we are back to our normal monthly meetings. Our next meeting will be held in the Family History Room adjoining the Gisborne Library on Thursday September 25 at 7.30pm. The topic will be “Bound for South Australia”. Lyn Hall Many of us have ancestors who first arrived in South Australia. Some came as part of an emigration scheme, some were Cornish miners, some German emigrants. Many were only in South Australia for a few years, others stayed permanently. If you have an interest in South Australia and its settlement you may like to come to this talk. Visitors $2 donation please. Supper and time to chat and look at new South Australian resources will follow the meeting. Lyn Hall

Thwaites issues challenge Recent reverses in sustainability policy can be overcome with community action, says John Thwaites, the Chair of ClimateWorks and the Monash Sustainability Institute. Professor Thwaites spoke at the AGM of the Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group attended by more than 60 people in Woodend last week. He encouraged people to get involved in local groups like MRSG to try local initiatives. He supported the proposed community-owned small-scale wind farm, and said that the group’s C3 green energy scheme was an ingenious initiative. Space precludes a full report but for information or inquiries please call Bruce Mildenhall, secretary, on 0419 302 839 or view the website www.mrsgonline.org.au

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MS support group active in the Ranges Our group was set up in 2012 to provide a regular social gathering and an opportunity to provide and receive information and support from others who understand the challenges we face. We attend social events in the Macedon Ranges, for example family winery days, morning tea at locations of interest and regular casual ‘drinks and discussion’ at local cafes. With the support of Macedon Ranges Shire Council we have extended our reach for information and support to include those who are unable to travel and attend in person from within the shire, members across Australia and others from as far away as Israel and England. We achieve this using video conferencing, social media and online media hosting. We regularly host guest speakers and seek out experts who add to our understanding of key issues of MS with trustworthy information. This includes maintaining a close relationship with MStranslate, a group set up by a Melbourne University PhD candidate focusing on sharing reputable information and providing online information from Royal Melbourne Hospital and independent specialists and researchers. We have developed a very supportive and positive environment and outlook. The group welcomes new members. We usually meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month, and the online presence is available 24/7 — just search for the group name on Facebook. Alternatively you can email mrcmssg@icloud.com Toni Mellington Authorised Volunteer Support Group Coordinator

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The CHURCHES PAGE Sponsored by Anglican Parish of Gisborne, Uniting Church in Australia, St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Gisborne, House of the Rock Church, Gisborne, Seventh Day Adventist Church, Gisborne Church of Christ, Faithworks-Manaaki and St Brigid’s Parish.

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Seeking fete donations This year St Brigid’s Parish and schools are running their Spring Fete on Friday November 14. They are seeking donations for their stalls and lucky dip. The fete committee is still needing helpers and donations such as bottles for the bottle stall (sauces, marinades, drinks, alcohol), jams, preserves, craft items, lollies, chocolates and lucky dip items (new items for boys/girls up to a value of $5) and potted plants on the day, as well as cakes, slices and biscuits. Indeed all donations are welcome and appreciated. This event proves hugely successful, raising funds to ensure that our Parish and its schools St Brigid’s and Holy Cross can continue to provide for and support our growing community. If you are able to help or have some things to donate please contact either of the two schools: Holy Cross on 5428 3333 or St Brigid’s on 5428 2220.

Gisborne Uniting Church Spring is now with us and we look forward to blossoms on trees and warmer days ahead! And speaking of warmth, you will find a warm welcome, an uplifting message and great fellowship at our church as we seek to witness Christ here in Gisborne – do visit us at 9.30am every Sunday. On August 10 we were delighted to welcome to our church family Evelyn Grace Zell van Maanen, who was baptised by Rev. Gall amid a gathering of family and friends. It has been four years since the Cor Bach Group of the Welsh Choir visited us in Gisborne. We’re delighted to be able to welcome them back to the church for a concert on Sunday, October 19 at 2.30pm in aid of the Gisborne Secondary College Chaplaincy Fund. Please put the date in your diary; tickets will be available soon. Following the success of our Car Boot Sale in March, we are to hold another on October 25 on the land next door to the church in Brantome Street. It’s not too early for expressions of interest, so call Noel on 5428 2624 to book a site. Don’t forget that we have rooms available for hire at the church – a carpeted hall and adjoining kitchen and a small meeting room. For further details or enquiries, please contact Norman on 0408 592 609. Maree Clarke

New Craft Group You are invited to join us for craft activities on the second Friday of every month between 11am and 2pm. Bring along your lunch as well as any project you are working on. On Friday October 10 we are having a cardmaking workshop. The cost will be $5. If you are interested please call Linda Moorhouse on 5428 1996 Everyone is welcome to join in. 30

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St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church The last Tuesday of each month is the highlight for many of us here at Gisborne Presbyterian and also for members of the community. Not only does it give us an opportunity to share a lovely meal together but we also get to hear from people who share with us some of their remarkable journeys through life. This year we have heard from somebody who flies regularly to Antarctica, a successful retailer, a Commonwealth Games wrestler, an army chaplain who served in Iraq and a coordinator for an international children’s charity. Each month at Friendship Group we enjoy food and friendship as we hear these life stories of people, some of whom we know and some we don’t. Why not come and join us at our next luncheon which will be held in the hall (49 Fisher Street) on Tuesday September 30 at 11.30am. To book your place call Matt on 0466 648 400 or email matt@gisbornepresbyterian.com.au Why not also join us in our Sunday morning worship which is held at 10.30am each Sunday? We also have an evening fellowship (meal provided) on the last Sunday of each month at 5pm.

Op Shop Jottings The Op Shop Garage Sale held on August 23 was a great success. The sale was necessary to clear space in the hall for the forthcoming Spring Fair on Saturday, September 6. This is another big event in the Anglican Church calendar and I strongly urge you to come along and join in the festivities and pick up lots of bargains! The people on the plant stall at the Spring Fair are always glad to receive cuttings and bulbs in pots that are clearly identified. They can be dropped off at the hall behind the Op Shop during the week leading up to the Fair. If anyone in the community has a slide viewer that they no longer require, please let me know — we have a customer who would like to buy it from you. We continue to be very grateful to the people in the Gisborne area for their generosity in donating items to our Op Shop. Our volunteer this month is Margaret Keen. – Graeme Millar, 0413 781 501

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Spring Fair! Ahoy there!

Cruise on up to the SS Springfair. . . . . . at the Anglican Parish Hall, cnr Fisher and Brantome Streets, on Saturday September 6 from 9am to 1.30pm. Meet our celebrity guest Peter Russell-Clarke, pictured, who will be visiting the fair during the morning. In the hall, ship’s officers will be selling home-made cakes, preserves and apple treats, fresh fruit and vegies, Devonshire teas, cupcakes, books, children’s toys and craft. Outside they will be selling plants, fairy floss and drinks. For the early birds there will be barbecued bacon and egg sandwiches and from 9.30am sausages and hamburgers. There will be some great children’s activities including a wonderful animal farm, a six-metre giant slide, a pirate jumping castle, train ride, face painting and a special area for plaster painting and craft. Our cruise director will be conducting various deck games. Tickets will be available at the door for our annual “MONSTER raffle” which will be drawn at 1pm. Fish out your sailor’s caps and come along, join in the fun and enjoy the cruise atmosphere. For further information please contact the Parish Office on 5428 4038 or Margaret Poyser on 5428 7261.

We would like to invite the women of our town to ‘Ladies Ignite’, a night of worship and fellowship with guest speaker Jacqui Hall at Manaaki, Aitken Street, Gisborne, on Saturday September 6 at 7pm. Come prepared to be inspired and empowered by this prophetic woman of God. We encourage you to join us and see what Jacqui wants to share with you on this unforgettable evening. Book early as seats are limited. Cost is $15 per person. For more details visit www.faithworkscc.com.au

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ADULT RIDING CLUB (Gis.) 2nd Saturday Robertson Res ADULT RIDING CLUB (Bull’rook.) 2nd Saturday Rec Reserve ANGLING CLUB 2nd Wed 8pm Railway Hotel Macedon 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 2pm every Mon except first Mon of month, Parish centre (behind St Pauls Church, Gisborne) CAR CLUB 1st Wednesday 8pm Steam Park CHILDREN’S CHOIR see Young Voices COMPUTER CLUB 3rd Sunday 2pm MRFEC CROQUET CLUB Wed & Sat 10am Dixon Field CWA GISBORNE 2nd Monday 10am Masonic Hall, Gisb. CWA MACEDON 3rd Tues 1pm 662 Mt Macedon Rd 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 FRIENDS of JACKSONS CREEK Working bees 3rd Sun 10-noon, 5428 1178 or 0417 558 221 FROCKS & JOCKS CHOIR Tuesdays 7.30pm 5428 3002 GARDEN CLUB 2nd Wed Various 5428 2434 GENEALOGY GROUP 4th Thurs 7.30 Family Hist Rm GIRL GUIDES Thursdays 5pm Gis Comm Hall GISBORNE SINGERS Tues 7.30pm Holy Cross PS HISTORICAL SOCIETY Wed 10am-4pm Court House LIBRARY: TODDLERS’ STORY TIME Mon 10.30am, Wed 10.30am MARTIAL ARTS Thurs from 5.15pm St Brigid’s Hall MASONIC LODGE 2nd Thurs Masonic Hall Aitken St MT MAC & DIST HORT SOC 1st Tues Horticultural Hall Riddells Rec Res OBEDIENCE DOG CLUB Sun 9am OLDE TIME MARKET 1st Sun each month 9am-2pm OXFAM LUNCH

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PETANQUE 2nd & 4th Sat 10am behind Caltex Service station, Station Rd, Gisborne PHOENIX ART & CRAFTS 1st Thursday monthly 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 7.30pm Room attached to Gisb Library RAMBLERS Fridays 9.15am Tennis Club Dixon Field RED CROSS 1st Fri 1.30pm Sen Cits Rooms ROTARY Tues 6.45 for 7pm Gisborne Golf Club, book 5428 4483 by 1pm Mon RUNNING GROUP

Tues & Thurs 6pm, Sun 8am Gisborne Aquatic Centre RSL 1st Mon 2pm 5428 2233 2nd Sat 5428 1878 SAFARI CLUB SEED SAVERS 2nd Monday 7.30pm Riddells Ck Neighbourhood House SENIOR CITS (Gisborne) Wed 11am Sen Cits Rooms Tony Clarke Res SENIOR CITS (Macedon) Tues 10am SPINNERS & FIBRE GROUP Tues 12 noon Riddells Ck Neighbourhood House THUNDER SWIMMING CLUB 2nd Sat 5pm 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 Sat 10-noon; 1st & 3rd Wed 10-11am TRAVEL CLUB 3rd Tues 7.30pm Riddell Neighb’hood H ouse U3A Mondays 10.30am MRFEC ULYSSES GROUP 3rd Tues 6pm Sunbury FC Steam Park VINTAGE MACHINERY 1st Sun 10am WRITERS’ GROUP Last Sat of month 2-5pm Woodend Neighbourhood House YOUNG VOICES Thursdays 4.15-5.45pm St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Forest St, Woodend 5426 4801 or sdggome@patash.com.au YOUTH SPACE Thurs 4-6pm Manaaki, Aitken St

100 Years Ago From the pages of the old Gisborne Gazette September 1914 Military Training – A public meeting is convened by the Shire President (Cr. Gorman) at 8pm tomorrow, in the Mechanics’ Hall, Gisborne, to enrol members to undergo a course of military training and rifle practice for the defence of Australia. Farewell Social at New Gisborne –A very successful farewell social was given to Messrs. W. McGregor and F. Pretty, who are going with the Expeditionary Force to Europe, in the Mechanics” Hall, New Gisborne, on Friday evening last. There was a very large gathering. Mr. Frank Oakley occupied the chair. A long musical programme was given. During an interval, the chairman presented Mr. McGregor with a safety razor and flask, and Mr. Pretty with a wristlet watch. Short speeches were delivered by the Revs. Miller, Green, Capt. Barker and Cr. H. Pierce. Mr. McGregor returned thanks in a few well-chosen remarks, and Mr. Pretty also responded in a humorous speech. WHICH? The two kinds of people on earth I mean Are the people who lift and the people who lean Wherever you go you will find the world’s masses Are always divided in just these two classes And oddly enough you will find, too, I mean There is only one lifter to twenty who lean In which class are you? Are you easing the load Of overtaxed lifters who toil down the road? Or are you a leaner, who lets others bear Your portion of labour and worry and care?

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30 Cricket - Juniors and Milo cricket registration 25 30 Heroes opens at Mount Players 13 31 Community tree planting at Macedon 23 SEPTEMBER

4-14 Kyneton Daffodil Festival 6 5 Send-off for librarian John Bourne 3 5-7 Kyneton Antique Fair 13 6 Anglican Parish Fair 30 6 Vasili at New Gisborne Community Garden 28 6 Mt Macedon Golf Club AGM 25 6-7 Open Garden – Teldorado 20 7 Father’s Day Memorial Service 21 7 Gisborne Soccer ‘Call to Arms’ Day 31 10 ‘PS My Family Matters’ Community Forum 9 10 Croquet season opens 24 11 Macedon Grammar Open Day 12 11 Book launch at Gisborne Library 14 12 Little Aths registration 25 13-14 Open Garden – Eden Park 29 13-14 Open Garden – Teldorado 20 14 ‘Out of the Shadows’ suicide awareness walk 11 14 MRSC Arts survey closes 20 14 Resonance String Orchestra Concert 14 14 Macedon Railway Station garden opening 18 Steve Bracks speaks about Timor Leste 23 19 Wester Water grant applications close 6 20-21 Plant Lovers’ Market at Bolobek 28 20 Last night of Heroes 13 23 Vision Australia meeting 7 23 & 30 Touch football ‘come and try’ session 27 28 Historical Society AGM and talk 22 OCTOBER

4 Opening round of cricket 25 5 Macedon Music concert 13 5 Oil Painting workshop with Helen Cottle 14

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Interesting Hostelries – There are two hotels at an almost equal distance from the metropolis which travellers find well worth a visit on account of the interesting objects on view. The bar of Hann’s Hotel, Gisborne, has quite a reputation throughout the State as a museum of curiosities. The principal room of Clarke’s Golden Fleece Hotel at Melton is fully as interesting on account of the wonderful collection of wood carvings, mostly from Burma, and some exquisite jade ornaments. Belgian Fund Entertainment – The proposed entertainment in aid of the Belgian fund on the 7th prox. is meeting with good support, and as the prices are very low, none seem to grudge an additional effort on behalf of the brave Belgians, who have done and suffered so much during this terrible war. Nearly all the songs will have choruses in the rendering of which the audience is requested to join. A dance will follow. Men and Lads for Farm Work – The steamer Themistocles, which is expected to arrive in Melbourne about the beginning of October, is bringing to Victoria a party of 70 men and 170 lads, whom it is desired to place in the country districts as soon as possible after their arrival. The Immigration Bureau is desirous of receiving information from any farmers or other country employers who may be in need of labour. Owing to the dry conditions which are being experienced in the northern parts of the State, it is recognized that the demand for farm labour is, under present circumstances, not nearly so great as would be the case under ordinary conditions, but it is hoped that all employers who may have any vacancies or who may have opportunities of placing men in any way, will lose no time in sending in the necessary advice.

The 12 Boys team continues to improve each week, as do all the junior teams.

Gisborne Soccer Club September sees us holding our annual ‘Call to Arms’ games on Sunday September 7 (Father’s Day) to help raise funds and awareness about prostate cancer. In previous years we have raised over $1000 each year from the generous donations of our community. We hope to continue this tradition. Donations can be made throughout September. Check our website for details. With the season coming to a close, we are starting to prepare for our off season, and with the Asian Cup being held in Australia, we will continue to offer soccer with holiday programs and five-a-side competitions for all ages from 5 to adults. For more information, visit our website at www.gisbornesoccerclub.com.au or contact Rod 0417 791 280. Our girls’ and women’s teams continue to grow as well as the opportunities for other development such as refereeing. Olivia, who plays in the women’s team, referees for the 12 Girls team.

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