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For aspiring entrepreneurs, the idea of starting a new business venture during a global pandemic may at best seem challenging and at worst reckless. With big grand opening celebrations off the table, and current Stage 3 restrictions in place, you don’t necessarily have to put your dreams on hold.
building with history, character and so relatable to many locals. It had ‘Main Street’ shop frontage for trade and enough room for me to continue to create out the back,” said Jacqui.
For twenty years Jacqui and Chris Anderson spent their working week at the Nagambie Bakery before selling the business in October 2019. Chris has gone on to increase the offering at Anderson’s Garden Supplies and Jacqui is preparing for the online launch of Nagambie’s newest store, ‘The Corner Nook.’
The lockdown gave Jacqui time to plan, design, renovate, research and curate. Renovating such an old building definitely has its challenges but Jacqui was 100% committed to the project and loved every bit of it .
“After selling the Nagambie Bakery, it took me all of 2 months to realise I missed people. I missed seeing people and I missed talking to people. So, I went in search of my next adventure…..who would have thought that adventure would end up being directly across the road from the bakery,” laughed Jacqui. Jacqui and her sister Trish have successfully built a small business called ‘Sistawood’ handcrafting wooden homewares with pops of colour, textures and the natural beauty and quality of timber. Each individual handmade piece is truly unique with no two products ever alike. “Much of the Sistawood work was done at my kitchen table so I started to weigh up how I could have a work space and trade at the same time,” said Jacqui. “With 338 High Street on the market, we took up the challenge. A beautiful old
“In my head, it was a no brainer, life was good. Chris was out the road building Anderson’s Garden Supplies, playing in dirt and doing what he loved and I was about to open my very own gift shop......then life came to a screaming halt and we all went into our first stage 3 lockdown,” said Jacqui.
“It also gave me a reality check and a sense of fear, the unknown of everyone’s future was scary, I started to ask myself if 2020 was a sensible year to start a new business, but I persevered and ‘The Corner Nook’ began to take shape .The name is simply a description of the space, a cute little nook on the corner of High and Vine Street, filled with beautiful products,” said Jacqui. Jacqui and Trish travelled across the state for years selling their ‘Sistawood’ brand at markets, introducing them to fabulous products created by amazingly talented people. “When curating the stock in ‘The Corner Nook’ it was really important to me that I supported some of these small businesses by stocking their range and giving them a platform of exposure. ‘Sistawood’ will absolutely feature in ‘The Corner Nook’ but will not be the only focus,” said Jacqui. Continued next page.
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3 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 457 Proud to call Nagambie home, Jacqui has witnessed first hand the growth and confidence in the region regardless of the pandemic. “I really do believe once people around the country have been given the green light to travel, Nagambie will be filled with day travellers and tourists, and some will not want to leave. The list of reasons to stop here is growing, with new businesses popping up across the region,” said Jacqui.
“Nagambie is no longer a one stop town, we have options, people have choices of where to eat, where to stay and where to shop and I think this is really important in a growing town. The kindness and support I have been shown during the renovations is priceless. Countless people stop to chat and offer encouragement when I’ve been working on the front of the shop and send messages of support and excitement,” smiled Jacqui.
overworked, underpaid sister by night.Trish is responsible for all the photos, graphics, social media, signage and design, she is my god send and I am forever grateful to her,” added Jacqui. The Corner Nook has an earthy feel to it with loads of natural tones and materials. Customers will find a selection of homewares, gifts and also lifestyle products. “I really hope that people love the look and feel of The Corner Nook and hopefully it gives locals another reason to support small business and love where you live. I cannot wait to see everyone after we return to our new normal,” finished Jacqui.
These are exciting times for Jacqui but you do need to adapt to the new realities of the post-COVID business world and prepare for the challenges that come with it.
'They say the kitchen is the heart of the home '- Jacqui's favourite area in the shop.
“The social media aspect of things, I cannot take any credit for. This is the work of my incredibly talented sister, Trish. She is a graphic designer by day and an
The Corner Nook will remain closed to foot traffic until Stage 3 restrictions have been lifted. However, the blinds will be raised and the website launched on September 7th. Customers will have access to a great range of products and ‘The Corner Nook’ will be offering free local delivery and organised instore pick up. Regular postal shipping is also available for those who need it.
The Corner Nook 338 High Street Nagambie www.facebook.com/thecornernooknagambie www.instagram.com/thecornernook_
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ANY SYMPTOMS GET TESTED It’s important to get tested for coronavirus at the first sign of any symptom and stay home until you get your result. Getting tested means you keep yourself, your friends, family, workplace and your community safe. It’s not over yet.
Find out where to get tested visit vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS Authorised and published by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne
FOWLES WINE FINISHED GOODS MANAGER Based just outside the rural township of Avenel, the HACCP-accredited bottling and warehousing site of Fowles Wine is incorporated into their award-winning cellar door and restaurant complex on the Hume Highway. The business is seeking a meticulous Finished Goods Manager to oversee this most critical aspect of the supply chain. -V^SLZ >PUL PZ RUV^U MVY JYHM[PUN ZVTL VM (\Z[YHSPH»Z ÄULZ[ JVVS JSPTH[L wines, won countless medals and trophies and was named a ‘Winery to Watch’ by Wine Spectator in the USA. It is a forward-thinking, family-owned wine business which is fully vertically-integrated. From its own vineyard and farm through winemaking, bottling and logistics to the new cellar door and restaurant, Fowles wines can be found around Australia, UK, USA, Canada, China and elsewhere in Asia. Best known for Shiraz and Riesling, the vineyard has a total of 12 varieties including Arneis, Sangiovese and Mourvèdre. Reporting to the Chief Winemaker, this role manages all aspect of wine WHJRHNPUN ^HYLOV\ZPUN SVNPZ[PJZ HUK J\Z[VTLY M\SÄSTLU[ 0[ YLX\PYLZ JHYLM\S planning, organisation and fastidious attention to detail. An attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experience, is available to the successful candidate. Further information, including a detailed Position Description can be viewed at https://winenet.com.au/recruitment/ TO APPLY: Please email your application to: admin@winenet.com.au Deadline for Applications: Sunday, 20th September 2020
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NORTHERN VICTORIAN CLUBS URGED TO APPLY FOR SPORT AND ACTIVE RECREATION GRANTS While many community activities and Grassroots sports clubs across Northern Victoria are being urged to apply for funding to boost their equipment, skills and administration expertise. Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes announced applications had opened for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s 2020-21 Sporting Club Grants Program. The grants provide clubs up to $1,000 for new uniforms and equipment, up to $5,000 for training coaches, officials and volunteers, and up to $5,000 to improve club operational effectiveness. They help people of all ages and abilities take part in grassroots sport, no matter where they live and are a great boost for clubs who are looking to get back on track following coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions. “The Sporting Club Grants Program is giving grassroots sports clubs in Northern Victoria the support they need to grow their ranks and help more people than ever play the sports they love, ” said Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes. In addition, the Minister for Community Sport, Ros Spence has also announced the establishment of the new funding program, the Aboriginal Sporting Participation Grants Program. “Recent coronavirus restrictions have had a heavy impact on community sport, that’s why we’re proud to provide this funding lifeline that opens up a range of opportunities on and off the field for clubs and their members,” said Mr Spence. This program replaces Category 4: Aboriginal Participation from the Sporting Club Grants Program. This new program will be a tailored annual grants program to address participation barriers Victorian Aboriginals experience in sport and active recreation. This program will open for applications later this year. “When it is safe to do so, we want community clubs to come back better than ever and this boost will go a long way to help clubs, coaches, athletes and officials get back in the game,” said Mr Spence. The Sporting Club Grants Program is part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to make sport more accessible and inclusive, stimulate local economies, build sustainable sport and recreation and volunteer opportunities and increase local participation as coronavirus restrictions are lifted and it is safe to do so. Since coming to office, the Victorian Government has provided more than 4,300 Sporting Club Grants to clubs across the state, totalling more than $5.8 million. For more information on the grants and how to apply go to http://www.sport.vic. gov.au/grants-and- funding/our-grants/ sporting-club-grants-program
VOLUNTEERING, SHARING AND CARING COULD BE THE MOTTO FOR AVENEL. This little village in our shire has its quaint ways and one of them that has become more evident during this pandemic is sharing. The seat outside the Newton's post office and store became scattered with generosity - excess fruit, magazines, plants, books and videos all to brighten residents’ lives in lockdown.
However , this left no seat for weary souls so a local couple took to their shed and sewing machine and produced this amazing shelving which is well adorned with creative touches. Thanks to Jeff and Jenny Moran who have helped make a trip to the post office a real treat as you can see what generous goodies and foods have been left
VIETNAM VETERANS DAY
On the 18th August each year Vietnam Veterans Day is commemorated. It was originally known as Long Tan Day, when 18 Australian soldiers lost their lives in a four-hour torrential rain filled battle. Twenty- four were wounded. This was in 1966 and was the largest number of casualties in one operation since the Australian task force had arrived a few months earlier. In all there were 104 Australian and New Zealanders involved in this pitched battle of Long Tan against over 2000 North Vietnamese and Viet Cong troops. After the battle the bodies of 245 enemy soldiers were found, but there was evidence that many more bodies had been carried away. There were many more longer battles and more than 500 lives lost, many of them “conscripts.” Over 60,000 Australians served their country in Vietnam and so many came home with untold disabilities, both physical and mental. After the “Welcome Home” parade was held in Sydney for the Vietnam veterans, Prime Minister Bob Hawke announced that Long Tan Day would be known as Vietnam Veterans Day. The Vietnam Veterans Association was formed and is a day remembered for those who served, those who did not return and those still suffering. All gave some. Some gave all. We Will Remember Them.
for other residents.
Photo- Geoff and Linda Newton stand proudly next to the old fashioned green grocer shelving. By Merrill Boyd
I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green) - Redgum Mum and dad and Danny saw the passing out parade at Puckapunyal It was a long march from cadets The sixth battalion was the next to tour and it was me who drew the card We did Canungra and Shoalwater before we left And Townsville lined the footpaths as we marched down to the quay This clipping from the paper shows us young and strong and clean And there's me in me slouch hat with me SLR and greens God help me I was only nineteen From Vung Tau riding Chinooks to the dust at Nui Dat I'd been in and out of choppers now for months And we made our tents a home, V.B. and pinups on the lockers And an Asian orange sunset through the scrub And can you tell me, doctor, why I still can't get to sleep? And night time's just a jungle dark and a barking M.16? And what's this rash that comes and goes, can you tell me what it means? God help me I was only nineteen A four week operation, when each step can mean your last one on two legs It was a war within yourself But you wouldn't let your mates down 'til they had you dusted off So you closed your eyes and thought about somethin' else And then someone yelled out contact, and the bloke behind me swore We hooked in there for hours, then a God almighty roar And Frankie kicked a mine the day that mankind kicked the moon God help me He was goin' home in June And I can still see Frankie, drinkin' tinnies in the Grand Hotel On a thirty-six hour rec. leave in Vung Tau And I can still hear Frankie, lying screaming in the jungle 'Til the morphine came and killed the bloody row And the Anzac legends didn't mention mud and blood and tears And the stories that my father told me never seemed quite real I caught some pieces in my back that I didn't even feel God help me I was only nineteen And can you tell me, doctor, why I still can't get to sleep? And why the Channel Seven chopper chills me to my feet? And what's this rash that comes and goes Can you tell me what it means? God help me I was only nineteen Source: LyricFind Songwriters: Dale Anthony Harrison / John Lewis Schumann / Kaho Cheung / Kenneth Spencer Sabir / Richard Tamplenizza / Shannon Lee Kennedy / Simon Luke Fellows / Timothy James Levinson I Was Only 19 (A Walk in the Light Green) lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
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2021 JAYCO HERALD SUN TOUR AND WOMEN’S HERALD SUN TOUR POSTPONED UNTIL 2022 Organisers of Australia’s most prestigious and oldest cycling stage race have announced the event will not proceed in 2021. Instead it will be rescheduled to February 2022, due to the uncertainty and unpredictability caused by the impact of COVID-19. Jayco Herald Sun Tour Chairman Tom Salom said the difficult decision was made after much consideration. “As Australia’s oldest cycling stage race, we have not taken this decision lightly, however the high level of uncertainty created by the current COVID-19 environment in Victoria presents too many challenges to proceed with the 2021 events.” “We appreciate the support of Visit Victoria and Cycling Australia, who understand the rationale behind our decision and have indicated their continued support for both events, and for the return of the events to the cycling calendar in 2022.” Mr Salom said while the decision was made with a heavy heart, the silver lining was that the delay would provide the time and resources to plan for a bigger and better Tour in 2022. He underlined the importance of the events continuing to support regional tourism in the future. “It is critically important for both cycling and regional Victoria that we deliver a high quality Jayco Herald Sun Tour for years to come." The Jayco Herald Sun Tour is held in Melbourne and provincial Victoria, sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale. The first tour was held in October 1952 as a six-day event and is now held annually over five days in February. Owner of Jayco and long-time supporter of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour Gerry Ryan said. “It’s certainly disappointing for everyone involved; the riders, the officials and the public. We look forward to coming back bigger, better and stronger in 2022” Mr Salom said organisers were heartened to know that by making this decision now, sponsorship funding and other support that had been allocated to the Herald Sun Tour events might be re-directed to communities, businesses and causes severely impacted by COVID-19. “We thank all sponsors, teams, riders, officials and fans for their loyal and ongoing support of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour and Women’s Herald Sun Tour, and we look forward to returning in 2022.”
Thank you "Phyllis Hannam together with her family would like to sincerely thank everyone for their kind thoughts, cards, flowers and delicious food after the recent passing of Leslie Hannam on the 9th June. He will be greatly missed but your kindness has helped us all over this sad time".
SUBZERO - THE PEOPLE’S HORSE
There's something about a grey racehorse that catches our hearts. Perhaps it is the Australian spirit to favour an underdog or maybe it’s as simple as wanting to VHH WKH RQH JUH\ ZLQ ZKHQ WKH ¿HOG LV IXOO RI ED\ DQG FKHVWQXW KRUVHV It is inevitable that the name Subzero will always come up in conversation when you discuss grey racehorses. At the age of 31, Subzero was humanely put down due to a heart condition. Subzero, winner of the 1992 Melbourne Cup, died just three months after his life-long carer Graham Salisbury passed away. Subzero won much more than the Melbourne Cup, he won the hearts of everyone he met, visiting hundreds of schools, retirement villages, hospitals and making appearances at major events. Subzero was a friend and champion to the Avenel and Nagambie communities. The Community Voice takes a step back in time and remembers the story of Subbie and the journey from 1992 Melbourne Cup champion to becoming ‘the people's horse.’ This is more than a racing story. Sure, there is the breeder who took a punt on an untried stallion, the owners who thought they were buying a fast two-year-old, the trainer who was breaking records and the jockey whose career was resurrected by the promise of a young grey stayer. However, his Melbourne Cup victory became secondary after forming an endearing partnership with veteran clerk of the course Graham Salisbury. In 1992, Subzero was trained by Lee Freedman and ridden by veteran jockey Greg Hall, defeating the Melbourne Cup favourite Veandercross and the two-miler Castletown. At the time Subzero’s home was in Avenel at the Freedman stable. Day’s after the historic win, Subzero thrilled the community of Avenel when the Freedman camp rode the champion into town for a champion’s welcome at the Imperial Hotel. In 2013 Subbie returned to the Avenel Imperial Hotel with the Melbourne Cup Tour with locals remembering that famous visit after he won the 1992 Melbourne Cup. Upon retirement from racing, Subzero’s lovely temperament ensured his future as the clerk of the course's horse by Racing Victoria's long-time Clerk, Graham Salisbury. In July 2008, he was fully retired as he had developed arthritis. Subzero was reinvented under Graham’s care, leading the horse to become a community ambassador, and he was inducted into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame. Subzero was a celebrity in his own right, mixing with world leaders, pop stars and actors. In October 2009, Subzero’s health deteriorated as the medication he needed for his arthritis became unavailable in Australia. However the medication was subsequently sourced from the United States, and Subzero continued to live a long and healthy life.
In 2018, the Melbourne Cup Tour visited Mitchelton Winery and guests were treated to a phantom race call from tour ambassador and legendary race caller Bryan Martin, who wowed the crowd with his impressive call. The Go Nagambie Melbourne Cup that was never run was a battle to the end with local identity Subzero being first past the post.
Subzero was a gentle natured horse, and remained with Graham Salisbury until his passing in June 2020. Rest in Peace Subbie!
Remembered with this powerful photo below of Subzero and Kath Metherall.
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PHIL O’BRIEN - A GENTLEMAN RIGHT TO THE END By Diane Grant
Just a few short weeks ago The Gazette ran an article on a Local Nagambie man Phil O’Brien who both played with and was assistant coach for the Hawthorn Football Team and was mates with the late John Kennedy Snr in the 1950’s and 1960’s sadly Phil passed away on Thursday, August 13 at Lakeview Lodge Hostel where he had lived for three years. He was close to 90 when he passed away quietly. His small funeral service was held at a chapel in the Springvale Crematorium with his son Robert and wife Judith, daughters Leanda Scopel and Suzanne Williams and some family members. Due to COVID19 restrictions the service was streamlined for family and friends to view his ceremony of farewell... His son Robert gave a moving eulogy on his father’s life which included his life in Donald, in country Victoria, his career in Australia Post and Customs, his family life, his sporting passion and prowess and his sense of humour and how he was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and a gentleman to nearly everyone he knew. “He was a very positive man” his son said. “He had a happy life.” In pride of place at the funeral were two framed football jumpers. A Victorian one from 1957 when Phil played for Victoria alongside John Kennedy and a Hawthorn one, signed by both Phil and Luke Hodge. Phil had gone along to Nagambie Primary School a few years back when Hawks Captain Luke Hodge visited the school. The two players realised that they both wore the number 15 jumper. Luke ran a footy clinic at the school and Phil enjoyed his day there with one of his club successors. Luke Hodge signed the special jumper and so did Phil. Footy photos and cards were inserted within the frame also. This school tribute was presented to Phil by the Nagambie Primary School in late 2019 for his wonderful support to the school children over many years. Phil assisted with their sports at the school and was always very kind and encouraging to the students when they visited the Lakeview Lodge Hostel...
FAMILY TRIBUTE Here are parts of Phil O’Brien’s ceremony that were expressed as a tribute to him on behalf of his family and the community of Nagambie that he lived in when he and wife Anne retired. Gerald Phillip O’Brien was born in Donald to James and May O’Brien. He was the oldest of their seven children. His father James died when Phil was seven and the whole family moved in with his grandparents the Broadwoods. He loved Donald and Donald loved him. He went to work at the Post Office aged 14. (Phil subscribed to and read the local Donald paper even when living in the Nagambie hostel.)
FOOTY WAS HIS PASSION After playing in the Donald 1949 Premiership he moved to Melbourne in 1950 to learn telegraphy and joined the Hawthorn Football Club in 1951 playing until 1958. Football and the Hawks were one of his greatest passions in life and he was assistant coach in their first premiership in 1961. In 1957 he played in the Victorian VFL team (a great honour) against Tasmania in Hobart. When he played for Victoria another Victorian team played WA in Melbourne on the same day so he was actually in the top 40 players of that year. The wonderful connection between Phil and his team in the 1950s has stayed with him all his life – barracking and keeping up his connection with Hawthorn into his late 80’s. Phil in his early years was a VFL football player in the Hawthorn team and wore the number 15 Guernsey. Phil actually played 86 games between 1951 and 1958 and was an assistant coach in the early 1960s when they won their first premiership. He also played for Victoria, when only the 20 best players in the whole league were selected. He was training for the Stawell Gift but due to hamstring problems he never ran in it. Phil was made a Life Member in 1962 of the Hawthorn Football club. Black arm bands were worn by Hawthorn players on their recent Sunday, August 16 game in his honour.
FAMILY LIFE He continued work for the Post Office General’s Department until1958.
He met Anne at the Malvern Town hall in 1952. They were married in 1954 and shared 41 happy years together before Ann passed away. The couple were blessed with four children Robert (1956), Leanda (1957) Suzanne (1959) and John (1961) Deceased. The family lived in Malvern and Springvale North. He started the Church of England Boys Society, at Mulgrave; He was a scout master and coached Springvale and XXX Football Team. Then in 1968 they moved to Darwin where he worked for the Customs Dept. He helped establish Little Athletics in Darwin. Then in 1971 a move to Alice Springs. Now Alice Springs was a one man Customs post and Phil also worked there for the Department of Health. He was involved with the development of the Alice Springs and Tennant Creek hospitals and the Yuendumu Health Centre. 1979 Phil, Anne and John moved to Canberra before retiring to Nagambie. After Anne and Phil moved to Nagambie from Canberra they became members of St John’s church. Phil was a faithful Christian until the day he passed away. One highlight
for him was carrying wooden cross for the Good Friday “Walk for Witness” ecumenical outdoor walk and services by the four churches. He also attended the ecumenical church services whilst living in Lakeview Lodge hostel. The 23rd Psalm and Lord’s Prayer were given at his service in honour of his faith. Phil and Anne lived in Vickers Lane, opposite the footy ground. Later Phil moved to Boyd Street, close to the Nagambie Primary school. He quite often took a daily walk or run, and enjoyed rowing and swimming. He was a member of the Nagambie Masonic Lodge and the Burgundy and Beef group. He was thrilled to have four children, nine grand children and 13 great grand children. A tribute from some of them was read out at his funeral. A photo slide show of Photos of Phil’s life and friends was presented before the service ended. He made lifelong friends whilst there. His son Robert summed up how Phil’s enjoyed his life. Have faith, meditate and be loved. He was a true gentleman. Rest in Peace Phil O’Brien.
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FUNDS BOOST FOR DROUGHT-RECOVERY PROJECTS An additional $1 million secured through the Federal Government’s Drought Communities Program will further boost the local economy, while delivering essential infrastructure upgrades for Strathbogie Shire. As a result, key works now planned include a $200,000 facilities upgrade for the Euroa RSL building, $205,000 to upgrade the Euroa Saleyards and $125,000 for a floating water park at Nagambie.
and welcoming for the public,� Mr Munt said.
The second allocation awarded through the scheme builds on the $1 million secured late last year, taking the total to $2 million in drought recovery funds. The scheme supports projects that provide long-lasting benefit to the community through refurbishments and infrastructure Projects.
“It spreads money throughout the community, while getting important projects completed that will benefit our community for years to come,� Cr McClaren said.
Euroa RSL President, Phil Munt, said the works now underway at the RSL are muchneeded and will greatly increase amenity for the important community facility. “Once the building has been completed, and we have this lovely veranda overlooking Sevens Creek, the building will be more open
“We will also have more space available, so we can more easily display our memorabilia.� Strathbogie Shire Mayor, Cr Amanda McClaren, said the latest allocation allows Council to deliver further important works for the community.
“This funding also allows us to divert internal spending into other projects, meaning even more work is getting done in our community.� Cr McClaren said Strathbogie Shire has been rightfully recognised as experiencing hardship due to drought. “The drought itself has impacted the agriculture sector more than anyone else,
both farmers and associated industries and workers,� she said. In addition, the Federal Government has extended delivery deadlines for projects related to the first funding allocation, due to the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Government’s drought stimulus package provides support in three main areas, including: t JNNFEJBUF BDUJPO GPS UIPTF GBSNFST experiencing drought such as the Farm Household Allowance and Drought Community Support Initiative t TVQQPSU GPS XJEFS DPNNVOJUJFT BČFDUFE CZ drought such as the $2 million Strathbogie Shire has received as part of the Drought Communities Program, and t MPOH UFSN SFTJMJFODF BOE QSFQBSFEOFTT TVDI as the Future Drought Fund.
$PVODJMT JEFOUJĕFE BT ESPVHIU BČFDUFE TVDI as Strathbogie Shire, were able to apply for funding, under the government’s requirement that activities supported wider communities BČFDUFE CZ ESPVHIU Works planned for Strathbogie Shire funded through the second allocation of the Drought Communities Program (subject to Federal Government approval): Piping water from Lake Nagambie to recreation reserve Cost: $125,000 Water infrastructure tanks Cost: $220,000 Floating water park at Nagambie Cost: $125,000 Strathbogie Recreation Reserve pavilion Cost: $125,000 Saleyards upgrade Cost: $205,000 Euroa RSL upgrade Cost: $200,000
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CREATIVE ACTIVATION FUND TO BOOST TOURISM
Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes has called out for creative ideas for boosting tourism with applications now open for the Victorian Government’s Creative Activation Fund. Open to local councils, creative and community organisations and associations, the Creative Activation Fund supports creative projects that have strong potential to become new tourist attractions, contributing to the economic recovery of the region in 2021 and beyond. Supported projects can include, but are not limited to, public art that responds to the natural landscape, creative projects breathing new life into buildings or unused sites, largescale murals or sculptures and initiatives that showcase sites in new ways using technologies such as virtual or augmented reality. Funding of between $40,000 and $300,000 is available for projects commencing from 1 January 2021. Projects must be open to visitors for the majority of the year and have at least a three-year lifespan. The program was launched in 2019 with first round projects including a virtual walking tour app that shares First Peoples culture
Grants of up to $10,000 are available and priority is shown to small regional communities with fewer than 15,000 people.
and connection to inner-city sites, open air galleries, largescale murals and digital and projection artworks that bring iconic buildings to life once the sun goes down. The latest round is calling for groundbreaking creative ideas with assessors focusing on projects that are led by Victorian First Peoples creative practitioners or organisations, reflect the culture and diversity of Victoria, align with the local priorities and are developed through collaboration across different creative disciplines.
A broad range of charitable projects are considered under this program: Delivering, or providing activities, events, programs and services Purchasing or hiring equipment and materials Community infrastructure projects
Organisational capacity building Community resource development. Round 7 of Strengthening Rural Communities Fund is now open and closes 17 November 2020. For further information visit FRRR website frrr.org.au Program guidelines available at https:// www.frrr.org.au/resources/SRC_Program_ Guidelines.pdf
The program is open statewide and prioritises projects that occur in regional Victoria. Applications close at 5pm, 24 September 2020. Prospective applicants must contact Creative Victoria staff before applying. Go to creative.vic.gov.au for full program guidelines and Creative Victoria staff contact details. Information supplied by Jaclyn Symes Member For Northern Victoria
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“Think about who you love, then think about them in ICU.” For Sarah, who’s been battling coronavirus for nearly 8 weeks, being separated from her two little boys, has been heartwrenching. On top of coronavirus attacking every one of her body systems, intense pain and acute breathing difficulty, she still has no idea when she will be well enough to see her boys. Sarah’s hope is that by us all doing the right thing, no one else will have to experience the heartache her family has. Please, play your part and help stop the spread of the virus. If you have symptoms - please get tested. Payments of $450 are available to help you stay home and wait for your test result.
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TRIBUTE FOR 101 YEAR OLD ELLA BURT By Di Grant
Ella Burt lived in Avenel for many years then resided in Karingal Aged Care facility Seymour. She celebrated her 100 th birthday with residents, prior to her special day, and with some of her family on Friday. But on her actual day on Sunday, August 19, 2018 she had a colourful 100 th party with family and friends, residents and staff in the gaily decorated dining room. A few days later, the Anglican Mother’s Union members held a celebratory service in Christ Church Seymour for her 100 th birthday followed by a lunch with her in the church hall. Her two daughters Gayle Clarke and Kaye Jones joined them for the Day. Ella had been a member of the church Young Wives, Caritas and the Mother’s Union for over 70 years. Sadly, Ella Burt passed away on Thursday, August 12 just shy of her 102 nd birthday. Ella was farewelled at a ceremony at St Paul’s Avenel, led by Rev. Richard Pennington, of the Anglican Parish of Central Goulburn. Under the current COVID 19 restrictions only a small number of her families could attend the service. But many of Ella’s friends were thinking of them all that day and were sorry they could not be there to give comfort to her family. Ella was a member of the Anglican church St Paul’s at Avenel, a member of the Avenel Senior Citizens, Country Women’s Association, Ladies Guild, Young Wives (now Mothers Union) and is now under the banner of the Anglican Parish of Central Goulburn that covers St Paul’s Avenel, St John’s Nagambie and Christ Church Seymour. Ella rode on the CWA float in Avenel’s 150 th Birthday celebrations in 1988. Ella and her dear friend Mona Burns, were also involved in Avenel’s 175 th celebration parade, when they rode through the town in Bob McGrath’s red jaguar car. Ella was well known as the little old lady who drove the old white Holden around Avenel.
ELLA’S STORY Daughters Gayle Clarke and Kaye Jones offered up beautiful memories of their mother in their family eulogy. Here are just a few of them. Ella Burt was born at St Arnaud on August 19, 1918. Her parents Mary and Bertram Chisholm lived at Berrimal a farming district. Her sisters Vera, Eileen, Beryl and brother Alan all predeceased her. Ella was their third child. When born Ella was an extremely small baby (0ne pound) who was not expected to survive. Against all odds she did survive. Now here it is, she lived to nearly 102 years of age. A great
milestone. In 1943 Ella married Frank Burt of Avenel at St Arnaud. They lived at Ruffy as Frank worked at a nearby property called Dropmore. After 18 months they moved to Avenel for five years and during this time their daughters Kaye and Gayle were born. They then moved to Fernside for 18 months then back to Avenel. Sadly Frank passed away in 1990 after a two year battle with cancer. Ella was very proud of her children, their spouses, three grandchildren, Stuart, Prilla and Sally and three great grandchildren Tyson, Indi and Baya. Ella’s interests were family, church, gardening, painting and reading. She did a lot of cooking for hungry shearers and never failed to satisfy. Ella took up painting lessons at the age of 80. She greatly enjoyed it and her bird paintings were very good, although she would not admit it. At the same age, she went with her family to England and she regarded this time as a highlight of her later years. Ella lived at Murchison Road, Avenel until eight years ago when she moved, somewhat reluctantly, into care at Karingal Hostel where she and Mona had each other for company. Ella had a lovely smile and stoically faced many challenges. Her strong spirited resilient personality made her the person that the whole family and many others lent on over the years. She was an intelligent and modest person who could have gone much further with her education in different times. She was a sweet, humble person who had many talents but never blew her own trumpet. Her two daughters spoke of many attributes, care and values Ella showed to everyone and how family, friends, neighbours, cared for her back. Throughout her life, Carmel was like a sister to Ella. Mona, her family and particularly Anne Burns were constant supporters as were her wonderful neighbours, Karen, Trevor, Jeremy, and Nicholas. Other neighbours, Nora and Pam were also a great help. Lastly, the wonderful support of the Karingal Hostel staff was a great comfort. I and the family are very grateful for the care, respect and love that the many of the staff showed through the years. The staff and volunteers treated her like family and did so many things beyond expected duty. All were there supporting Mum to the Last.”
In the last eight years of Ella’s life, Karingal was her home. Gayle said “Mum especially enjoyed the company of fellow diners Colin and the Mons. In Kaye’s eulogy for her mother she said “I asked Mum if there were any regrets in her life?” She said “There were two. One when she was looking forward to going to college to further her education and learn to play the piano. Mum’s father, an academic, wanted her to go, but her practical mother was concerned how long the Depression would last, so Ella didn’t want to be a worry and didn’t attend. The second regret was all the stories she wrote but did not have the confidence to send them to a publisher.”
Gayle ended her eulogy by saying “Kaye and I would like to thank you for attending her funeral today. However, to you and Ella’s wider network of friends, on her behalf and Gayle said “My sister Kaye told me before Mum was married she wrote material for books but just ours, we thank you for the care and joy you before she was married she tossed them out. We have shared with Ella over such a long and wonderful life.” would have loved to have seen what she wrote.
Many locals like Ella’s family will remember Ella for her humbleness and caring personality. She will be missed. May she now rest in eternal peace.
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KIRWAN'S BRIDGE
Kirwans Bridge was constructed by bridge builders James Dainton and James Hesford across the Goulburn River in 1890 and is still in use for one way motor traffic. At 310m, the longest timber bridge in Victoria is significant for its strutted-corbel design in the section across the main river channel. Kirwans Bridge is protected under the Heritage Victoria Protection Act 1995.
beams and strutted corbels - one of only two remaining examples in Victoria - are clearly visible beside the bridge.
The only comparable timber bridge in Victoria in terms of length is the 1927 Barwon Heads Bridge which is 308 metres long.
An information board, explains the highlights of its life and near-death during the years. Visitors have always admired the unique bridge, with its unusual bend, and can read the fascinating story of its long and colourful life.
In 1955 the bridge was modified by the construction of a new superstructure, in which its timber beams were replaced by RSJs, and its deck narrowed to single lane, with passing bays maintaining the full 21 feet (6.3 metres) original width. The bridge retains its original forty-eight spans of sixteen and a half feet (5 metres), and its original seven main river-channel spans of thirty-three feet (10 metres). Its tall timber trestles are largely immersed under Lake Nagambie. Remnants of its original squared
The bridge features a dramatic mid-stream bend, and is set at the northern arm of Lake Nagambie, and its distinctive and imposing nature has seen it feature in State-wide commercial and social promotions.
The 291 piles and indeed the whole of the bridge were positioned during 1890, with the bridge remaining a vital link for residents, farmers, tourists and emergency service vehicles. For all Victorians, it stands as a magnificent tribute to the original engineers, and all construction and maintenance workers since 1890. By Riversmith
DIGGING WITH DAVE
BY DAVE ANDREWS
Well this Issue provided some challenges, with “Visiting a Garden” not on Victoria’s Stage 3 Restrictions list. So I didn’t look for a ‘loop hole’, I decided to get ‘imaginative’ and incorporate my shopping and story duties. It is well documented regarding the mental health benefits of gardening and greenery at home. You will have noticed also, I suspect, people are starting to get a little ‘fatigued’ by the restrictions, and while I’ve been told to “take a spoonful of concrete and harden up”, it is apparent it is affecting us all in some way. It has been pointed out to me that having the kids and other-half home 24/7 will test anyone. So in my ‘shopping for sanity’ I spoke to Krystie, at The Botanical House and was consumed with colour and a huge variety of indoor plants. They were hanging from the ceiling and bulging out of bookcases and stands, and it felt like I was in The Garden of Eden (No apples). I was immediately attracted to a tray on the counter, that had the most interesting plant, and found out later the name was also ‘interesting’. Sansevieria Twister or “Mother-In-Law’s Tounge” or Snake Plant due to its shape and the fact that
it intertwines. Typically these plants ‘clean’ the air better than most other indoor plants as they absorb excessive amounts of carbon monoxide and convert that into oxygen which they emit into their environment. They also filter other toxins from the air that are typically found in household cleaning products and paint etc and is in the top ten of air-filtration plants. Now the son-inlaws’ may be surprised to find out that it is referred to as the Mother In Law plant due to its toughness and “sharpness” with its gnarly points. Of course my mother in law is nothing like that.... HOT TIP for household plant care is to find a spot where there is filtered light, not direct sunlight and allow the top two inches of your pot to dry out between waterings. Most house plants don’t like ‘wet feet’ with excessive watering shortening their existence. As we approach Spring, a little bit of fertiliser will go a long way to promoting strong growth. Avoid your outside fertilisers as they are too strong for their indoor friends and find a natural product such as crushed volcanic rock, to provide the minerals and trace elements your plants crave.
Orchard lovers will know that the time is near for them to flourish. Well draining potting medium is the key, either a sphagnum peat moss or in a crushed bark and rock mix. They are shallow planters, so don’t panic when you see their little feet-roots coming out. They also like the ‘blanket’ tucked in tight, so make sure you pack the potting mixture well around them. Orchards are either indoor or out, depending on the variety, and love a bright filtered light position. Again, let them dry out between watering and use a specific orchid fertiliser mix, available at any good garden centre. Below are your standard ‘Emma White’ or Dendrobium orchids and I’m assured if you care for them right, you’ll get any years of beautiful flowerings. After they stop flowering, cut back on the stem just above the second node and they’ll be ready to go next season. They do multiply, so you can separate and re-pot or just let them expand. Also our Mother In Law plant pictured. I did enjoy my short ‘masked’ time in Krystie’s little oasis and will tend to all our indoor plants with renewed enjoyment. Stay safe and keep planting.
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Nagambie PRIMARY SCHOOL
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Flexible & remote learning ‘Virtual House athletics’ Last Friday we were meant to have our annual House athletics carnival. With all of the CIVID-19 restrictions this wasn’t possible, but in its place we had ‘Virtual House athletics. From home students (and their families) participated in a range of events, including ‘toilet paper high jump’, ‘potato put’, ‘planking’ and ‘wall squats’. The students who attended on-site also
participated in a range of events. The goal was to help maintain as much of the normal school program as we can, to have fun, be active & healthy and to allow Mitchell and Goulburn Houses to compete. We achieved all of these goals. The toilet paper high jump was so popular we are now going to measure regular HJ in both cm and toilet paper rolls. Congratulations to Mitchell on being the winning House. We hope to be able to run regular House athletics, with all of the traditional events next term.
ST JOSEPH'S PRIMARY SCHOOL Another two weeks of learning from home. The children have adapted amazingly well and have taken on the challenge of the various work tasks assigned to them. We are very proud of their achievements and fortitude in being able to work independently. We are also very thankful
for the wonderful support that our parents have given to their children. Keep it up everyone! Here are some photos that have been sent into us, that showcase some of our home learning:
Deanna creating some artwork.
Marion with her robot.
Tatum with his shape mobile.
Oliver created his dream bedroom out of lego.
Update at the Kinder. We have been getting up to so many exciting things in kinder lately! Do you require Kindergarten for your child in 2021? Our enrolments are now being taken for our government funded 3 & 4 year old Kindergarten programs.
Please go onto www.grpsa.com.au & complete an expression of interest form. Please note - 3 year old government funded Kinder is called Pre-Kinder online. Please get in quick, places may fill up & we would like to start putting together a program delivery model for 2021 to allow for all of our waitlisted families. - Stacie
AVENEL PRIMARY SCHOOL We know everyone is working hard during remote learning. Today’s Monday Funday organised by Junior School Council provided some relief with some fun activities enjoyed by everyone. Activities included cooking, making pet rocks, a lego building competition, science experiments, creating a spoon character and more!
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A NEW HOME FOR THE COMMUNITY HOUSE
For close to ten years, the Nagambie Lakes Community House, (NLCH) has been located at the old Maternal and Child Welfare building on Prentice Street, Nagambie. After a couple of great years with more members joining, groups and classes increasing, the committee of management has decided to relocate to a bigger house with room to grow. We are therefore very happy to announce that we will soon be moving into the old presbytery on High Street in Nagambie. Having been located in a Shire owned building for many of our founding years, has been incredibly beneficial. We have felt great support from the council and much of our growth and expansion would not have been possible without their help. In nonpandemic times, we have a wide range of groups enjoying everything from gardening to walking, sewing, camping, writing and getting to know new friends. We have also facilitated boat licence and RSA courses, Block Parties and Community Pizza Nights. In the future, we are hoping to be providing Nagambie with even more opportunities to grow, learn and connect.
NLCH President Wendy Keenan states that the old Presbytery will be a beautiful new home, with plenty of space to cater for our current and future activities. “We are excited with the move and look forward to seeing all our members and newcomers come along when we re-open. We will continue to tend to our community garden at 7 Prentice Street, though of course we also intend to develop the garden at our new home,” she said. Mrs Keeenan continued: “Since government funding enabled us to employ a coordinator, our membership and number of groups have grown to the point where our Prentice Street home is bursting at the seams and leaves no room for future development. Its size was also a factor in our having to close
the House with the advent of Covid-19.” Coordinator Anna Close continued to say that the new Community House home is a real landmark in Nagambie. “The committee who have fought to preserve and renovate the old presbytery have done an absolutely incredible job and we feel so humble and honoured we will now be able to make it our home. Chairperson Rhonda Robinson and both present and past committee members really should win an award for their hard work and all they have done to save and preserve a historical and beautiful building.” “As we move locations, Anna continued, “our vision and hope is to be able to serve and connect our town in many different ways and offer a safe place for people of
all ages and backgrounds. Our motto is 'Sharing friendship, knowledge and skills', and that’s really something I have seen displayed over and over again since starting to work for the Community House a year and a half ago. This town truly is amazing.” The NLCH Committee of management is currently in the process of planning for the move and hope to be able to open the doors of the new facility once restrictions are lifted. Pictured: Left to right: Edna James, Vice President, Carmel Sidebottom, Treasurer, Anna Close, coordinator, Wendy Keenan, President, Sally Fyfield, Secretary.
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Online Auction Bidding Registration Although the process has changed, our commitment to our customers remains the same. The team at Ray White Nagambie are determined to adapt to the new digital environment and achieve great results. Below are some quick and easy steps on how to register to bid at our online auctions: 1.
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3.7 acres (1.5 hectares) Kirwans Bridge Block Simple living in a central location This unique 3.7 acre elevated block is placed just outside the popular location of Kirwans Bridge. The residential rated property has electricity nearby and Kirwans Bridge water supply at the front of the property. A fantastic building site subject to council approval with views of the Goulburn river. Zoned farming.
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PRISONER OF WAR CAMP SITE IN GRAYTOWN The Strathbogie Shire Tourism team has been looking into the rich and interesting history surrounding the historic Prisoner of War camp site in Graytown, before, during and after its operation. It is amazing how close the camp was to Graytown and the local school. They would love to hear any stories or information that you may have. Together we create a better experience tying together history, experiences and stories about the site. You are our best resource so if you do have any information regarding this site please email info@strathboige.vic.gov.au We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to hear all of your stories!