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Pictured: Eileen McDonald Nagambie’s newest nonagenarian, with her 7 children. Back row: Carol Wallis, Mark McDonald, Brendan McDonald Middle row: Clare McDonald, Anne Tranter, Marie Mielnik and John McDonald.
90 YEARS YOUNG EILEEN CELEBRATES WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS
New Nagambie nonagenarian Eileen McDonald celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends at Zephyrz Restaurant with a happy afternoon tea. Eileen’s actual birthday was 8 April, but she celebrated her special milestone on Sunday 11 April.
Eileen and her three brothers and five sisters lived with their parents on their 10 acre property at Goulburn Weir. Jack worked for the railways but kept them self sufficient by providing for his family by shooting rabbits, being a good angler with fish and crayfish catches as well as having cows, chooks, turkeys, and some vegetables and fruit trees bounty.
EILEEN’S EARLY LIFE
“Our family never went without food and I remember that my mother was a full time mum that kept the family home buzzing with no electricity and an old wood stove.
Guests were told that over 90 years ago on April 8, 1931, Eileen Phelan was born in the Nagambie Bush Nursing Home to Jack and Christina Phelan. Eileen was the eighth of their nine children.
We children went to school at the little one room Goulburn Weir state school that had a little porch and a school bell. About 13-15 students attended the school back then. I remember saluting the flag on a
Monday and singing “God save the King,” said Eileen. When Eileen was ten years old the family moved to Nagambie in 1941. She finished her education at St Joseph’s Catholic school and left at the age of 14. She went to work at the Cave’s Café, then around 18 for the Waterproof Factory that made raincoats and such. FAMILY MEMORIES In 1948 she met a young man at a dance, Jim McDonald. He had served in the latter part of the Second World War in the Royal Australian Air Force. He used to come up to Nagambie to help his father on their farm property. The couple found out they had similar interests: the same church and they joined in the same local social groups; go dancing and other activities.
They courted for a few years then married at St Malachy’s Catholic Church on May 9, 1953. Bev Phelan Eileen’s sister and Mary McDonald were her bridesmaids, and Len Tobin was Jim’s Best Man and Bill Phelan his groomsman. Their wedding reception was held in the old St Joseph’s hall and they honeymooned at Lakes Entrance. Jim and Eileen moved to a farm in Woodend. They lived there for 17 years then moved back temporarily to look after Pop when he was very ill in 1965. It was sadly two years before Pop passed away and by then the children wanted to stay at the school in Nagambie. So the family moved into Pop’s house at 265 High Street, in 1967 and farmed their property out on the Locksley-Longwood Road by day. Continued next page...
2 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | 14 APRIL 2021 | ISSUE 472 Over the years, the couple were blessed with seven children. First one born in Nagambie, then three in Kyneton Hospital and another three in Nagambie. Their children went to St Joseph’s primary, then onto secondary education in Bendigo, Shepparton and Seymour. Sadly Jim died in April 1987 after a fight with cancer. Eileen prayed to the Mother of Our Lord to help Jim get through the pain. She promised Our Lady that she would go to Fatima, Lourdes, Spain and Croatia and promote the vision of Our Lady if her prayer was answered. It was and she went to those places and still extols the wonder of it all to this day. LATER YEARS The family were faithful members of St Malachy’s Catholic Church and Eileen is still one of their stalwarts there. She enjoys going to her Rosary mornings, POUR services, Masses and other ecumenical services with other church friends. For many years she enjoyed a game of croquet with other members of the Nagambie Croquet club. Eileen was on the school and church committees and also served for 34 years as a volunteer at St Vincent de Paul Op Shop in Seymour and for 22 years at the Nagambie Mechanics Institute’s Op Shop. She is a keen Richmond supporter. All their children married and blessed the couple with 15 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Up until her sight got bad a few years ago, she still drove, played cards, enjoyed line dancing, and mixing with her many family and friends. She has been in her little McGregor Avenue unit for over 11 years now after selling her place to the Burgess family to build their IGA supermarket.
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Eileen says “I thank God everyday for the good life I have had. I feel very blessed. My family says I have always followed the three F’s. Family, Friends and Faith. And they are right!”
Nagambie Police are investigating a beehive heist, which is believed to have happened towards the end of February. Police are appealing for public help to find the thieves responsible for the theft of the 70 bee boxes containing one and a half tonnes of honey.
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The bee hives, valued at $18000 were stolen from Cherry Tree Lane at Baillieston. Police are asking anyone with any information which may assist in identifying those responsible to call the Nagambie Police (03) 5794 2526 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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AN "EMERGENCY" INSTIGATES ACTION! DECLARING an emergency is a scary thing, but how else do we describe what we are living through right now?
I grew up in Longwood in the 90s in what felt like a perpetual drought. That was my first lived experience of climate change, what was yours? The average temperature is rising, sea levels are rising, vulnerable people are losing their homes, we are witnessing mass extinctions of species, landfills are being uncovered on eroding shorelines, we are experiencing more heatwaves, more fires, more dry periods and more intense unseasonal rains which cause flash flooding. An "emergency" instigates action! 89% of Victorians believe local government should
be acting on climate change. It is predicted that inaction on climate change will cost Victoria $150 billion through to 2050, increasing dramatically to $1 trillion by 2100 (Melbourne Sustainable Society institute). The Australian Academy of Science’s recent report models that current policies will see a planet that is three degrees warmer by 2100. Crops yields have already dropped by 27% in the past two decades with one degree in warming, we don’t need to be scientists to predict what the future holds for our agricultural industry that feeds our nation.
Councillors in favour of declaring a climate emergency are not interested in grandstanding or making motherhood statements, we are raising awareness of the issue in the community and preparing for action. Declaring the emergency is just the first step, and the first step towards change is often the most difficult. Council has a duty to our ratepayers which is written into the new Local Government Act, mandating that Councils make changes to the way they operate. Councils must mitigate (reduce their emission) and adapt (eg initiate carbon sequestration, increase
tree canopy, promote environmentally sustainable design, build infrastructure to avert floods) to the risks of climate change. The legislation also stipulates that Council must seek the best outcomes for the community and future generations. If the climate declaration motion is passed the next step we will be working with the community to create solutions and opportunities through the establishment of an action plan. I don’t want my kids to say "why didn’t you do anything when you had your chance." Cr Sally Hayes-Burke
THE USE OF THE TERM “EMERGENCY” IS CLIMATE CHANGE STATEMENT CALCULATED TO ALARM AND FRIGHTEN. FROM CR REG DICKINSON Full marks for John Beresford’s sober and well argued letter (CN 31 March) regarding the Shire of Strathbogie notice of motion on declaring a “climate emergency”.
In recent times there has been a lot of discussion about the Notice of Motion being proposed by Cr Sally Hayes-Burke and myself.
How will the community be impacted? In consultation with the community we will all be in this together and we will make the best decisions based upon the best information available.
Specifically, the motion states:
His calm “outing” of the lack of mandated community consultation prior to the motion being dealt with is to be commended. Thank goodness someone keeps a close eye on what some of our Councillors are up to. Well done to those Councillors who voted to defer the notice to allow for community feedback. As Mr Beresford says, he is not a climate change denier. Nor am I but I find some of the over-hyped language deployed by the more hysterical climate change activists to be over the top, inaccurate and plain dangerous. For example, in the Euroa Gazette of 31 March, former Councillor, Kate Strothers, in an article headed “How to address climate deniers” is quoted thus: “Climate change is not a belief, it is under our eyes, you just have to look at the floods in Queensland and NSW.” Well, that in itself is not evidence of climate change because we have experienced big floods in Queensland and NSW many times since Governor Phillip landed at Botany Bay in 1788. True, the recent deluge may have wreaked greater damage than earlier events but that is largely because urban sprawl since the 1960’s has encroached on what are clearly floodplains which should have been retained for farming with housing restricted to above the one in 100 years flood level. The use of the term “emergency” is calculated to alarm and frighten. It is an inappropriate description. When a bushfire is bearing down you are in an emergency situation. You have little time
to react and hasty decisions must be taken. Climate change is quite different. We have time available for mature consideration, canvassing of options, opportunities to invest wisely in emissions reduction and a chance to influence those nations which are yet to implement any meaningful measures to bring down their emission levels. Climate change will not happen overnight so it needs a rational approach; not one that scares citizens and adds to mental stress. Covid, as we have seen, has impacted the mental health of many people. Local Government resolutions shouting “emergency” from the rooftops can only add to the mental anguish of many of our fellow citizens. Is that what we want? Who cares if 96 Councils around the nation have already capitulated to the baying activists? Cannot we be leaders instead of followers? I would prefer our Council to take some practical steps to reduce emissions rather than engage in meaningless sloganeering. As an example, as I sit at my desk penning this letter, I can hear and see law breaking hoon behaviour by jet ski drivers on Lake Nagambie. How about regulating this rather pointless activity so that high emissions of various gases from over revving engines is minimised. Small beer perhaps but from little things big things grow. Bill Baxter AM Nagambie 0409 361818
1. Declare a Climate Emergency; and 2. Develop an Emissions Reduction Pledge under the Climate Change Act 2017 and in accordance with Sustainable Strathbogie 2030 Strategy and Action Plan. To put this in its simplest and yet best understood terms, we are suggesting that we all can contribute to helping reduce our carbon footprint and emissions. We are looking after our own backyard, not just for now but for future generations. By doing this we are also contributing to a worldwide phenomenon. If everyone gets on board, we have a chance. Do you want us to sit on our hands and do nothing or do you want us to show leadership? The Council has held Share Strathbogie community forums over the past six weeks and the number two concern overall has been climate change. There have been individual discussions with various community members and correspondence has been received and acknowledged. A Frequently Asked Questions pamphlet has also been published on the Shire website. We need to mitigate and adapt to our changing climate. The evidence is there. More severe and greater frequency of floods and bushfires. Our health will be affected, agriculture will be impacted through hotter and drier conditions. Tourism will diminish. Our environment is under threat through global warming. We only need to look at what is happening to the Great Barrier Reef to see evidence of global warming. If we do not do something, even the smallest of changes, we are disregarding the future for our children and our grandchildren. I will not hide behind the word “emergency.” Quite simply it is just that and we as a community need to address it. The first step is to make the declaration. If this is endorsed, there needs to be public and council input into how we can best develop and implement an Action Plan. We have already had discussions with other councils and there is a lot of information available.
Key projects will remain a priority. Budgets will be prepared as per normal and presented for public scrutiny and input. Through responsible planning rates could even be reduced in the longer term. Having said that, I do recognise that we are all conscious of keeping costs to a minimum, however, I would also ask what is the cost if we do nothing? There may be short term costs for long term gains. Declaring a climate emergency sits firmly with council. This is about getting our house in order. We are acknowledging the current levels of global warming and projected future warming require urgent action. We are the closest tier of government to the community and we believe we are well placed to deliver and support Climate Change mitigation actions. If the Notice of Motion is endorsed by councillors at the coming meeting, council officers have developed further engagement opportunities that will help us deliver priorities that will input a Climate Change Action Plan. We will have a Climate Change Community Panel and a series of roundtable discussions and online opportunities. Our council believes strongly in community engagement and we would not set priorities and an action plan without significant community input. We recognise that there are many different services within our council responsibilities ranging from roads, rates and rubbish to tourism, local laws, community development and everything in between. However, after seven community engagement sessions, climate change is the second priority. If you look at climate change and the environment together, our community has told us that it is the most important service priority in our community. Cr Reg Dickinson Nagambie Ph 0437 932 147
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The next meeting of Strathbogie Shire Council is scheduled to be held, virtually, on Tuesday, 20 April 2021 from 6pm. The meeting will be live streamed through Council's website www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au.
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Free screening of Happy Sad Man We’re excited to be hosting two free VFUHHQLQJV RI WKH +DSS\ 6DG 0DQ ¿OP DW WKH Euroa Community Cinema. The documentary follows the life of different Australian men and tackles mental health, men’s health and stereotypes around masculinity. During one of the most challenging years on record, the screening provides an opportunity for our community to experience this mustsee documentary, followed by a Q&A with the ¿OPPDNHU Happy Sad Man is showing at the Euroa Community Cinema on April 28 at 2pm and 6.30pm. To book your free ticket go to happysadman.org
Reducing the load limit at Kirwans Bridge &RXQFLO KDV PDGH WKH GLI¿FXOW GHFLVLRQ WR reduce the load limit of the historic Kirwans Bridge from six to three tonne. People towing caravans, trucks and vehicles above three tonne will need to use the alternative route to cross the Goulburn River by travelling along Vickers, NagambieRushworth, Weir, Reedy Lake and Kettles roads. We will now form a community panel to work through the to ‘what’s next’ for the bridge. We know working with the community will help broaden our thinking and ensure we’re solving problems together. If you’re interested in being part of the group email info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au and we will send you all the information when the EOI opens.
Further opportunity to be heard Following the recent Consultative Committee Meetings held on March 17 for the Kirwans Bridge caravan and camping park planning application, an evening session will be offered from 5.30pm to 7pm on Monday, April 26 at the Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre. The session is available for people who were unable to attend the previous sessions and have provided a submission (objection/ support) to the planning application. Please RSVP to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au
Volunteers needed We’re looking for people to put up their hand to volunteer at the Nagambie Visitors Information Centre. You can choose to work as little as one morning a month or a whole day at the weekend, and new helpers are
Tenders We are inviting tenders for the following works: Design and provision of a new Council website (contract number 20/21-27). We’re looking for an experienced website development professional to create a modern and interactive website experience for our users and online community. Tenders will be received until 4pm on April 22. 3URMHFW RI¿FHU IRU D PLQLPXP RI WKUHH PRQWKV to support the delivery of various capital projects as part of the approved 2020/21 Budget (contract number 20/21-68). Tenders will be received until 4pm on April 15. Design and construction of waterfront infrastructure access for a proposed Nagambie Floating Water Park (contract number 20/21-69). Tenders will be received until 4pm on May 5. Tenders can be viewed online from www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au and clicking on ‘Current Tenders’. Tenders can be only lodged online through the Tendersearch portal.
Proposed road deviation of unnamed road reserve Strathbogie Shire Council, acting under Section 206 and Schedule 10, Clause 2 of the Local Government Act 1989 proposes to deviate part of the road reserve for a road reserve adjacent to the un-named road within 4316 Heathcote-Nagambie Road, for lots three and eight as indicated on the plan (see image). Any person may make a submission on the proposal. Any person making a submission on the proposal under Section 223 of the Act must do so in writing to info@strathbogie.vic. gov.au by 5pm on Wednesday, 5 May 2021. All submissions will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Act. Any person requesting to be heard in support of his or her submission must indicate in their submission and are entitled to be heard before Council or be represented by a person acting on his or her behalf. This meeting is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 11 May 2021 starting at 5pm at the Euroa Community Conference Centre, Strathbogie Shire Council Civic Centre, 109A Binney Street, Euroa. Following the consideration of submissions, Council may resolve either to proceed or not to proceed.
Works update Works to upgrade the intersection of Ewings Road where it meets Livingstone Street in Avenel are underway. The changes will be a great safety improvement and have been ÀDJJHG IRU D ORQJ WLPH DV D VDIHW\ LVVXH IRU drivers. There will be detour signs which will direct WKH WUDI¿F IURP $QGHUVRQ 6W WKURXJK :DWVRQ Street/Shelton St and from Livingstone St to Jubilee Cres. The tennis courts and public toilet entrance at Jubilee Park will be closed along with the cemetery entrance during construction.
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Seymour Toyota’s Super Boot Competition Register your entry into the competition at the Seymour Toyota expo site while browsing the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo on April Friday 16, Saturday 17 & Sunday 18. Featuring Tom Lonergan, former AFL Geelong Football Club player on Friday, April 16. Make the longest kick to win a Dyson Heppell signed Sherrin Football.
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CARMELO TAKES HOME COMMUNITY BANK SCHOLARSHIP The Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank are pleased to announce that their 2021 Tertiary Scholarship recipient is Carmelo Gattuso. Carmelo is completing a Bachelor of Education at RMIT Bundoora and has received a Scholarship of $3,000 towards his studies. C armelo’s mother Pina Gattus o says that the scholarship has been a big help to the family as Carmelo adjusts to living away from home for the first time. “Carmelo can now pay for his text books and contribute to the cost of living away from home. The scholarship has relieved some of the financial pressure and helped ease the transition.” Mrs Gattuso said. Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank Customer Relationship Manager Teri Johnson said, “It’s because of our customers that we’re able to run programs like this, without their support the funds wouldn’t be available. We’re really proud to be supporting Carmelo and we look forward to following his studies”.
COMMUNITY BANK OFFERS HELPING HAND TO LOCAL FARMERS Do you work in a rural industry? Are you looking to upskill in 2021? Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank are pleased to announce that their Rural Scholarship program is back for another year.
For further information please contact Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank on 03 5794 2565, or visit www.heathcotenagambie.community
‘We’re very supportive of the district’s farming community and after running farming events for three years from our Heathcote branch we’ve seen that there’s a real need for a scholarship like this’ Mrs. Johnson said. Applications for the scholarship are open to individuals of all ages who are wishing to sharpen their skills or extend their tertiary training in any of the rural industries. Whether it is a short welding course or a Diploma in Small Business Studies, the scholarship offers up to $3,000 to assist with fees, accommodation and travel. Thanks to the scholarship, last year’s recipient Darby McClaren was able to attend Yanco Agricultural High School NSW.
Carmelo is the sixth local student to benefit from the bank’s Tertiary Scholarship.
Mrs. Johnson said “It’s because of our customers that we’re able to run programs like this, without their support the funds wouldn’t be available. We
For more information visit the bank’s website www.heathcotenagambie.community
Applications will open Monday 26th April and will close Monday 24th May. Applicants can apply online via the community bank’s website
or by picking up an application form at the branch.
Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank Customer Relationship Manager Teri Johnson said the Nagambie Rural Scholarship Program, was launched in recognition of the district’s significant farming community.
“I’m so happy to have a Community Bank in Nagambie that can offer these types of opportunities to local individuals.” says Mrs Gattuso.
Applications for the 2022 Tertiary Scholarship will open in December.
invite anyone who is considering expanding on their studies to make an application.”
CFA'S SPIRITED EFFORT FOR THE GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL In CFA’s 70th year of support for the Good Friday Appeal, members across Victoria opened their hearts once again, helping to raise $1,028,328 for the Royal Children’s Hospital. The overall tally for the Good Friday Appeal’s 90th year of giving for the kids was $17,122,879. After pivoting to a Virtual Tin Shake last year, volunteers were excited to return to in-person tin rattling at traffic lights and door knocking across their communities in a COVID Safe manner. Many brigades showcased their adaptability, embracing QR codes and the Virtual Tin Shake to complement their in-person fundraising activities. Brigades that registered their support using the Virtual Tin Shake raised a total of more than $45,000 online.
Last night, CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan presented the cheque for more than $1 million alongside members from Berwick and Narre Warren Fire Brigades. “It was an honour to present the cheque to the Royal Children’s Hospital on behalf of the dedicated CFA members right across Victoria,” CO Heffernan said. “Congratulations to all of our CFA members involved in raising funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital – it was a fantastic effort and you and your communities should be proud.” CO Heffernan said the Good Friday Appeal has become a staple of CFA’s identity and it was encouraging to see members back in their yellows, fundraising in-person among their respective communities. “CFA is proud to have maintained its support of the Good Friday Appeal over the last 70 years and hopes to continue raising money for the kids for
another 70.” “This result is a testament to our members who not only put their communities first by protecting lives and property, but also raising much needed funds for this important cause. Prior to this year’s effort, CFA members have raised more than $34 million for the Good Friday Appeal to help the Royal Children’s Hospital provide world-class care to our kids. The money raised for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal will be used to buy medical equipment and ensure kids are provided with the best possible treatment and care. The final tallies recorded at 11pm on Good Friday for our surrounding towns are: Avenel - $5,627 Nagambie - $13,704 Euroa - $12,794
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TAHBILK LAUNCH INDIGENOUS NATIVE FLORA WALKING TRAIL Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank are pleased Tahbilk Winery launched their Indigenous Native Flora Walking Trail in picture perfect conditions with a raft of local dignitaries and guests joining the celebrations. A collaboration between the Taungurung Land and Waters Council, the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority and Tahbilk Winery, the event featured a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony with Peter Moser and speeches from members of the Purbrick family including Alister (4th generation) and Hayley (5thgeneration). The culmination of many years of imagining, vision and hard work, the trail was officially opened as the latest addition to the Tahbilk Wetlands precinct, an ongoing Purbrick family project that has been 25 years in development and will continue long into the future. The trail is two kilometres long (approx. 30 minutes of walking time), features twelve highlighted native species and follows the existing short wetlands walking track.
Informative signs dot the track and a keepsake brochure features stunning artwork by local Taungurung Elder Mick Harding and species illustrations by Tahbilk-based artist, Rosa Purbrick. Both Mick and Rosa were present at the launch event today as well as local politicians Damian Drum MP, Steph Ryan MP, Shire of Strathbogie Mayor Chris Raeburn, local councillors and Nagambie and Avenel school children, to name just a few. Tahbilk is dedicated to the environment and sustainability and the Wetlands project is only one part of what they undertake on the Estate in this arena. Whilst the revegetation program at Tahbilk plays an important part in Tahbilk’s sustainability credentials – they have been accredited CarboNZero since 2012 – it also has a role to play in the local tourism offering and community. Already a well visited tourism destination, the Indigenous Native Flora Trail joins the historic cellar door and original underground cellars, iconic vineyards, Wetlands View Restaurant and the extensive Wetlands precinct as a welcome tourism addition – just in time for Easter! Hayley Purbrick (5th generation) spoke passionately and with pride of the Tahbilk Wetlands Indigenous Flora Walking Trail before officially declaring it open. “I’ve been taking my walks through the Tahbilk wetlands and wildlife reserve for a while now, so peaceful and beautiful. It is my place for contemplation
and reflection. The colours of the Australian bush feel like my home, I feel like this is where I belong. “In 2010, just after I had decided to return to the family business, I was lucky enough to have some time with Uncle Roy Patterson, a local Taungurung elder, who gave a welcome to country as part of Native Fish Awareness week. The Taungurung people were the first people to look after this land and have an intimate knowledge of the environment. It was a memorable experience, one I won’t forget. “While we talked about the history and culture of the indigenous people he also told me a story which will stay with me. He said, when we are born a string is tied from our heart to the moon. That is why we always feel connected to the place we are born. “This story has never left me and at the time struck at my core. “Since then my fascination with the bush has grown and so has my interest in the stories and knowledge of the Taungurung people. “The Australian bush has formed a part of my identity and that of Tahbilk which is unshakable. From the derivations of our name tabilk-tabilk, ‘place of many waterholes’, to the reason why we all came to be here, the abundance of this place. “The environmental landscape is in our hearts. All of our hearts. “As Uncle Roy Patterson and I recognised at
the time of our meeting, while I am not proud of the way our ancestors severely disrupted the Taungurung people, we both agreed we are all custodians of the land and it’s our responsibility to care of it for the next generation. “This walk signifies a step in the right direction and I am very proud that together we can be a part of continuing the conversation Uncle Roy and I started 10 years ago. This walk is our collective gift to future generations so that they can continue to learn and we can continue to grow in our understanding of Australia’s first people. Hayley declared the Tahbilk Wetlands Indigenous F l o r a Wa l k i n g Tr a i l o f f i c i a l l y o p e n e d inviting anyone who would like to walk the trail to join Lachie Thomas for a guided tour. “It was a joy for us to see the trail come to complete fruition today with its official launch and opening. I can’t overstate my gratitude to all our collaborators and supporters, helping to bring this dream together and highlighting the importance of indigenous plant species to our ecosystem. Long may the Indigenous Native Flora Walking Trail be a living and breathing tourism attraction for the region, local community and beyond, and a centre of learning, connection to country and education for all,” ended Hayley. Head to www.tahbilk.com.au for more information.
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NEW AUSSIE SKYDIVING RECORD A new women's Australian skydiving record has just been set at Skydive Nagambie. This new record is an all-female 16 way 'star' formation, which beats the previous record of 12, set back in 2017. A team of 16 women led by experienced skydiver Riss Anderson, exited the plane at 14,000 feet, and then linked up together in freefall to build a star (circle shaped) formation. "What a fabulous skydive! A women's 16way to start Easter Sunday. All the girls flew so nicely and we built that big formation quickly and beautifully. I was so impressed, and to look out at all those huge smiles in freefall was just brilliant," said Riss Anderson. What was incredible was that towards the end of the dive, the sky-high formation took the form of an Easter egg shape. This had not happened in any of the previous practice dives, just on today's record breaking skydive on Easter Sunday. The team is calling it an adrenaline-pumping Easter miracle! "It was a spur of the moment idea from the girls, with two failed attempts over the past two days, so the girls were pumped. Riss with her laid back approach to formation-flying encouraged the girls to give it a go and to smile no matter the
outcome," said drop zone owner Louise Cross. Last year, Victorian skydivers suffered the longest lockdown compared to any other state in Australia. For another Australian Record to be set at a Victorian drop zone this year after facing such adversity last year is just an incredible outcome. Another Australian skydiving record was set at
Skydive Nagambie less than 4 weeks ago, by 4 way Formation Skydiving team 'Halcyon', who built 19 formations in freefall during the Virtual Australian Skydiving Championships, so we are beginning to think that there is something special in the air at Skydive Nagambie with all these records being broken!
KELVINGROVE VILLAGE NEWS A few of the Village residents enjoyed their Easter café sausage sizzle night at the end of March. Coming up on Friday. 30 April. Is their Trivia night. 7-9pm. In the hall. $5 to play. Residents and guests are invited to bring a plate of nibblies along. Drinks. Also they are asked to make up a team of six on a table, or come along and join up with others to make up a team. Bookings to Di Grant by April 27 please. Then on Thursday, May 6. They will have something special happening. A Mother’s day theme - Afternoon tea dance. In the Village hall. 2-4pm. For residents and guests. Members of the Seymour Dance Club will conduct the dance afternoon. And members of the Nagambie Line Dancers group are invited to come along and show the guests how they enjoy line dancing each week. There will be a couple of novelty dances as well. You don’t need a dance partner to come along. Enjoy the music and the fun. Residents are asked to bring along a photo of their mum, themselves and their kids, or 2-4 generational pics of mums and grandkids etc. A plate of afternoon tea would also be appreciated. Details Di Grant 5794 1720.
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NORTH EAST EMERGENCY EXPO On Saturday 27th of March 2021, the 3rd bi-annual North East Emergency Expo came to Nagambie with a splash. What seemed like it may be a wet and miserable day turned into a bright and glorious one. For the first time in the expo’s history the event was run by the North East Emergency Action Group Inc and combined with the Go Fish Nagambie tournament and expo, which saw thousands of people come through the gates to enjoy what both expo’s had to offer. The North East Emergency Expo saw ten Emergency Service Organisations and Groups come together to educate the Nagambie Community on water safety and how to prepare, respond and recover from emergencies and to be more resilient in life. There were boats, interactive displays, response vehicles and raffles. The day had challenges due to COVID restrictions, however everyone rose to the challenge and we all ended up having a fantastic day. With many organisations unable to attend, they still had a presence screening their visual videos of how they can help the community on the big screen, Our fundraiser raised $2,271 for the five local CFA Brigades including Nagambie, Avenel, Bailleston, Wahring and Wirrate – thanks to prizes donated from Uncle Tobys, Go Adventure, the Royal Mail Hotel and Go Nagambie. Highlights of the day included; Announcing the raffle and learning that many locals had won. Watching the bright smiles on the children and some adults as they saw and touched all the amazing equipment brought from the emergency services. Hearing the inspiring stories from keynote speaker Dale Skinner from the Blackdog Institute. Thank you to the Nagambie community and businesses for hosting our event in your town. It could not have been done without you. And to all our sponsors and supporters who made the event a reality.
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CONDOLENCE BOOK Di Grant is compiling a ‘Condolence Book for locals’ to sign for Queen Elizabeth II on behalf of the community of Nagambie starting this week. “I wanted to do something as I admire Queen Elizabeth so much and have respected her all my life, so I have undertaken this project,” said Di. For those who would like to send their condolences to Di will be calling into all schools, churches, the community House, local community groups, playgroups, Kindergarten, and businesses. “ I am hoping to give everyone the opportunity to sign the book, and extend their condolences,” said Di. “The wonderful job Queen Elizabeth has done for nigh on 70 years and is still doing for so many, not just the UK is marvellous. “Her husband Prince Philip was a great mainstay and rock for her.
UPDATE OUTBACK ODYSSEY APRIL 11, 2021 - JOHN HYLAND There is now less than 3 weeks before we leave for Adelaide (April 30) and start the ride (May 1). We have received several emails from BikeSA exhorting us to train hard and outlining the consequences if we don’t! Actually, Bob and I are both scared enough of failure to be well motivated in our training! Below is the recommended training schedule for the 6 weeks before the ride, published by BikeSA:
Based on these distances, Bob and I reckon we are somewhere between weeks 5 and 6. So we are quietly confident that by the time May 1 rolls around, we should be in good shape to finish the ride.
We have made some final adjustments to our bikes this week. Bob has decided to go tubeless to reduce the chances of punctures along the way, as recommended by BikeSA. They have warned us that Days 7 and 8 could be jinxed by the SA bindi eye, so to be prepared for punctures. My wheels are not suitable for tubeless tyres, so I have “thorn proof ” tubes fitted. These tubes are much thicker (and heavier!) than normal tubes and have added
“I feel the least we can do is send her our condolences and sympathy from our town and community,” said Di. The condolence book will be placed at the Visitor Information Centre on the days Di is unable to visit local groups. Di Grant can be contacted on 5794 1720 for those who cannot get out to sign the book.
about 2 kg to the overall bicycle weight. My bike now weighs in at 16.7 kg and I reckon I can tell the difference! If it means no punctures then I guess it’s worth it. GoNagambie will be publishing a blog of our ride, so we will be trying to take plenty of photographs along the way. Much of the landscape is spectacular and beautiful in a remote and rugged kind of way. You can keep up with our progress on the blog and we hope you will join us. By supporting us through the GoFundMe page, you will be helping Nagambie Healthcare to maintain and improve services to the Nagambie and surrounding communities.
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HOUSE AND OTHER LEADERSHIP BADGES PRESENTED We had a lovely assembly in the last week of term 1, with three very special guests in attendance. Former students Neville, Jack and Trevor Forbes returned to school to present our House and other student leadership badges. Neville and Jack were Goulburn House Leaders, while younger brother Trevor was in Mitchell. Along with
their brother Ian, the Forbes boys attended Nagambie Primary in the 1950s and 60s. Their parents also attended Nagambie PS, with father Hector a student here from 1921-1930 and mother Norma Mills from 1930-34. We greatly value our strong connection with the Nagambie community and appreciate the support we receive.
ST JOSEPH'S PRIMARY SCHOOL HEATHCOTE-GRAYTOWN NATIONAL PARK On the 29th of March, the students from St. Joseph’s travelled to the HeathcoteGraytown National Park for a whole school excursion. We saw lots of ironbark trees (there are only 3% of these left in Australia). We saw lots of old grass trees which are rare and take hundreds of years to grow! The students also got to explore the quarry which was mined for rock to help build the Goulburn Weir. We saw lots of other interesting plants, rocks, animal droppings and more! The students enjoyed potatoes and sausages cooked on the campfire.
HOLY WEEK WALK THROUGH
Past students Trevor, Neville & Jack Forbes presented the Goulburn Leaders Darcy, Tidus, Zuri, Jazarah, Abbey, Jasmine, Xavier & Micah with their badges.
Past students Trevor, Neville & Jack Forbes presented the Mitchell Leaders Vanessa, Lilli, Ashanti, Maxwell, Dash & Brodie with their badges.
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THANK YOU STRATHBOGIE SHIRE A massive thank you to Mark, Simon, Eric and the team at Strathbogie Shire Council
for refreshing our front garden, and beautifully rearranging our decorations!
On the 1st of April, the whole school presented a ‘Holy Week Walk Through’, where they re-enacted the events of Holy Week. Gr. F/1 acted out the events of Palm Sunday. Gr. 2/3/4 then took us through the events of Holy Thursday and finally Gr. 5/6 guided us through the events of Good Friday and Easter Sunday. This special representation reminds us all of why Holy Week and Easter are such an important time in the Church year.
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APRIL FOOLS DAY The kids had such a fun-filled end of term today. The JSC organised fabulous activities based around the theme “April Fools Day”. There were cup cake clowns, circus skills, card making, drama, silly putty and more.
Add in casual clothes, a special lunch and an Easter egg hunt and the kids loved the day! Thanks to the JSC members for all their work in preparing the day. Have a great Easter break and enjoy the holidays.
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WATERWAYS NAGAMBIE
The community voice sat down with sales manager Chrissy McNeill to have a chat about the type of homes that will be on offer in both the Lifestyle Village and the Residential Estate. “As with all home purchases homeowners are looking for quality, value and peace of mind.
encourage people to come and have a look at our display homes once completed to see for themselves.
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“Homes for sale in the Waterways Lifestyle Village are quality built homes with all the warranties and guarantees that a new homeowner would expect.
“With beautiful façade options and a vast array of plans available the buyer is able to customise their home to suit the lifestyle they want to live.
“Once a block has been sold the buyer will engage their own choice of builder to complete their project.
“Many people associate manufactured homes with a typical cabin that you might see in a caravan park.
“Our first 10 home’s will be built onsite while we await the completion of the state of the art Factory for Gervale Homes. If you have a peak while going past High St this week you may see a frame starting to go up.
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with large open green areas, beautiful landscaping, outdoor gym equipment, BBQ shelters, half basketball court and many more,” ended Chrissy. If you have any questions you would like to ask or register your interest in the Village or a residential block please contact Chrissy McNeill at info@waterwaysnagambie.com.au
“Both the Lifestyle Village and residential estate will be a huge asset for the community of Nagambie
A RELUCTANT FISHERMAN OCTOBER 1836
Before Major Mitchell crossed the Goulburn on October 9, 1836, he left a large cross blazed on a tree and buried instructions for his assistant surveyor, Granville William Chetwynd Stapylton. A fortnight before, Mitchell had split the expedition party at Lake Repose near the Grampians, taking the fittest men and animals, the lightest drays and the remaining boat, to enable a quick return to Sydney. He ordered Stapylton (high born and short tempered) to remain and let the exhausted bullocks rest for a fortnight before following. Unfortunately, he left a situation of unrest and mistrust. Stapylton was openly despised and provoked by several convicts now in his charge, the ring leader being one, John Roach, called the ‘bird-stuffer’ by Stapylton. This referred to his preparing and boxing of specimens, found during the expedition, for return to Sydney. Stapylton’s party now consisted of 10 white men, an Aboriginal man and woman, four drays, 37 bullocks, two horses and 11 sheep. They followed on as ordered and camped eight miles from the Goulburn on October 16. By the time they settled on the Goulburn bank the following day, at what is now Mitchellstown, Stapylton was in a state of furious resentment. The buried command was to camp and again wait before crossing, until some of Mitchell’s party returned from the Murray with a boat, which could be another fortnight. Stapylton fumed that both the blazed and dug crosses were “of very large dimensions, to give importance to this command above all others.” He was enraged at Mitchell’s “selfishness” in hurrying on and at the prospect of another interminable delay
with such hostile companions. That night his usually neat journal became a mess of crossed out, underlined and explosive words, including gaps for expletives. He ranted at being left with men that Mitchell knew were insolent to him; at the fact that Mitchell would arrive back in Sydney to claim all the glory of the Australia Felix expedition; at Mitchell’s failure as a leader, though an excellent surveyor. Last but not least he raged at the fact that he had no books and nothing to do but go “Fishing!!!!!”. Note five exclamation marks. Scorn steams from the page. A large cod was later caught, “around 65 lbs”, but with “unhealthy appearance, so boiled up for dogs”. As it was, Mitchell’s three men returned on the 23rd, earlier than expected and without a boat. The party built a large raft for the drays, and assisted by their Aboriginal guides, a canoe large enough to ferry the specimen boxes across. The party then crossed the Goulburn on October 25 to camp on the right bank overnight. The next day they followed the Major’s Line North and East, passing within 150 metres of where the Nagambie memorial cairn now stands in the town centre. Judy Macdonald Nagambie Historical Society *Stapylton’s journals are available online through Trove The Mitchellstown cairn at the campsite of both parties, taken during a walk in May 2020.
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NAGAMBIE MEN’S GOLF Greg Whiteman showed Nagambie golfers a clean set of heels for the second week running taking out Sunday's par event with an effortless +5. Whiteman has now gone from red hot favourite to win next week's B grade championship to unbackable short priced white hot favourite sitting one behind B grade leader Phil Hageman JRLQJ LQWR WKH ¿QDO URXQG $ JRRG ¿HOG RI 26 players fronted up on Easter Sunday with a summer-like burst of heat and sunshine the order of the day, runner XS ¿QGLQJ KLV JURRYH DIWHU D VKRUW OD\RII ZDV 0LFKHDO 1RODQ DQG ¿OOLQJ LQ WKLUG place was Troy Clanan shooting a gritty +3. Nearest the pins went to Shane McCormick taking home both the 3rd & 13th with some precision iron play and Greame Galvin gouging the earth to go close on the 16th. Next week's golf will EH WKH UG DQG ¿QDO URXQG RI WKH club championships as well as a monthly PHGDO WHH RII ZLOO EH WR DP RQ RI¿FH GXW\ LV ' /RYH DQG LQ WKH EDU : /H&HUI $ ELJ PRQWK RI JROI FDPH WR D FORVH RQ Sunday at the Nagambie golf club with the monthly medal being awarded and WKH UG DQG ¿QDO URXQG RI WKH FOXE championships concluding. The daytime temperature for the players was down and the wind was up making scoring GLI¿FXOW 7KH PRQWKO\ PHGDOOLVW ZDV WKH big surprise on the day with Barry Cryer WDNLQJ KRPH KLV ¿UVW PRQWKO\ PHGDO LQ D 31 year playing career, 'Bageye' used all KLV \HDUV RI H[SHULHQFH WR ¿UH D YHU\ WLG\ WR ZDON DZD\ ZLWK WKH PHGDO DQG D ELJ JULQ ¿QLVKLQJ RQH DGULIW ZDV a faultless Phil Hageman shooting 8817-71, third place was regular visitor to Nagambie Kal Winnell on 86-14-72. 1HDUHVW WKH SLQV ZHQW WR 'HV 3KHODQ ULÀLQJ RQH RQWR WKH UG 6KDQH McCormick making good use of the tail wind to reach the 8th, visitor Kal Winnell trundling one up to the 13th and Mr Consistent Glen Evans taking out the 16th. 7KH 1DJDPELH JROI FOXE championships came to a close on Sunday gone with Jeremy Ezard claiming his ninth title with a three round total of 221, with Ezard doing it in a relative canter, looking at the current stocks at Nagambie the next nine titles are also a big possibility. In the handicap JUDGH HYHQWV $ JUDGH ZHQW WR *OHQ Evans with the lowest total across all groups winning with 219 net. B-grade winner was 'Faultless' Phil Hageman starting the day one in front of three others only to extent his margin in the ¿QDO URXQG WR ZLWK D WRWDO QHW DQG ¿QDOO\ RXU & JUDGH ZLQQHU OHDGLQJ IURP VWDUW WR ¿QQLVK DQG LPSURYLQJ RQ KLV
runner up position the previous year was Ryan Ezard with total of 223 net. Many thanks to all those that took part in this year's championships as well as our volunteer ground staff for presenting the course in great condition for all 3 rounds. Next week's golf will be a stableford event ZLWK * %RZ RQ RI¿FH GXW\ DQG - /RGGLQJ LQ WKH EDU
NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB LADIES AND CHICKEN RUN RESULTS WEEK OF 31/03/2021. The women had 12 ladies playing a Stableford round for the closing of our summer season before we ventured to the Top Pub for our summer presentations. The day was perfect and the course in great FRQGLWLRQ WKDQNV WR 'DG¶V DUP\ DQG the water team for this. It was great to welcome Cathy Parkinson from 0XUUD\ 'RZQV DQG DOVR -LOO 5DQNLQ our Metro Mates member playing with us. We had 2 grades and the winner of $ *UDGH ZDV 0R] )RZOHU ZLWK stableford points. The B & C Grade ZLQQHU ZDV -DQH %RZ ZLWK SRLQWV The extra 9 hole competition winner was Irene Keogh with 16 points on a C/b from Jane. 18 hole ball winners were Moz [33] Cathy [31] and Jane[31] The 9 hole balls went to Jane [16] Irene [16] and Moz [14]on a C/b from Cathy. Nearest the Pins were 3rd Cathy and 16th Moz. Wednesday the 7th sees the start of the winter syllabus which will be Stableford and the Monthly Medal. Names to be in by 9.15am for DP KLW RII Results of the Chicken run where we played stroke for the day were; Chris Roberts with the best score of the day with 51-18-33nett and R/up was Michael Kleinig with 43-6.5-36.5 QHWW RQ D & E IURP 3HWHU /DZUHQFH Chris & Michael will collect a chook each as we had 32 players. Nearest the pins went to Chris on the 3rd and Sam Villinger on the 8th. Next week will be a Par round on the back 9. Results 7th April. 7KH ¿UVW GD\ RI WKH :LQWHU Competition saw 13 players enjoying a beautiful sunny calm day. It was the Monthly Medal and the game was Stableford. 7KH $ *UDGH :LQQHU ZDV ,UHQH Keogh with 32 pts. The Winner of B & C Grade and the Monthly Medal was Karyn Thompson with 35. The 9 Hole winner was Karyn with 23 pts. 18 Hole Balls went to Karyn 35, Irene 32 and Moz Fowler 31. 9 Hole Balls went to Karyn 23, Jo Goodacre 19 and Jill Rankin on a C/B from Irene. There were no N/P winners. &KLFNHQ 5XQ 5HVXOWV WK $SULO $QRWKHU EHDXWLIXO $XWXPQ GD\ VDZ many players turn up for a game of Par. The Winner was Shaun Bryant + 7KH UXQQHU XS ZLWK ZDV 'DQLHO Hall.
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/DVW ZHHN IDWKHU VRQ GXR %UHWW DQG -RVK 0F'RQDOG ZRQ WKH 0HQV 3DLUV HYHQW beating a gallant father-in-law/son-inlaw duo Spud Furletti and Jake Wall. Congratulations Brett and Josh and to runners up Spud and Jake, well done for PDNLQJ LW WKURXJK WR WKH ¿QDO Even though Pennant season is over, there is still a lot bowls events happening. Members are actively participating in one off Tournaments throughout the Goulburn Valley, the East Shepparton Wednesday Triples competition which runs for eight weeks DQG WKH /DGLHV 2YHU FRPSHWLWLRQ as well as club events and social bowls. Chicken Run is still happening on Sunday mornings, be there at 9.45am to SXW \RXU QDPH GRZQ IRU D DP VWDUW $OO
are welcome including members and non members. &ORVLQJ 'D\ LV WR EH KHOG RQ 6DWXUGD\ $SULO *DWKHU DW SP ZKHQ WHDPV ZLOO EH DQQRXQFHG IRU WKH $QQXDO JUXGJH PDWFK ± %RQH RI &RQWHQWLRQ VWDUWLQJ DW SP Following bowls there will be a casserole tea and presentation of club awards. Please add your name to the list on the noticeboard if you wish to attend. Could members bring a casserole or dessert for the share table. Uniform to be worn please. Good to see Bill back on the green again DIWHU IRXU PRQWKV RI LOOQHVV $QG ZHOFRPH back home to Kyle after being hospitalised IRU WKH ODVW IHZ ZHHNV $OVR EHVW ZLVKHV to Snicka, all members hope you are home real soon after an extended stay in hospital. Happy belated Birthday wishes to young Norm who blew out 88 candles last week.
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MITCHELL SHIRE WELCOMES
WORLD’S LARGEST WOMEN’S WELLBEING FESTIVAL This week, Seven Sisters Women’s Festival received a 15 year permit to host its annual event in the Mitchell Shire. The festival will host up to 5000 staff and patrons at it’s new home in Glenaroua. The drug and alcohol free, education and empowerment based Festival was the first of its kind in Australia and started 10 years ago at its original location in Kialla West, 15ks south of Shepparton. The event has been hosted at Bay Park, Mt Martha for the last eight years where it has transformed the lives of thousands of women and girls. The much loved event has now returned to the north, settling in Taurangung land at a larger home in Glenaroua, 15km West of Seymour. The 3 day and 3 night Festival welcomes all who identify as women and provides a platform for some of the most remarkable women presenters, teachers, healers and experts in Australia, who will facilitate a myriad of diverse, exciting and enlightening workshops and classes to enrich the mind, soul and body. The festival program boasts over 140 workshops, talks, classes and discussions, 120 Market stalls, a Silent Disco, live art and roving performers, plus 120 health practitioners & psychics who offer sessions by donation, in addition there are retreat spaces, labyrinth walks and art installations to explore. Most attendees Glamp or camp onsite and others drive in
for the day or stay in local accommodation. Over the weekend participants can design their own program to learn and explore a variety of topics from, mindfulness, yoga, gut and hormonal health, business, spirituality, gardening, relationships and parenting as well as craft, singing, drumming and dance classes. The festival is also known for its focus on age-related workshops - taking into account the challenges and milestones that women face from their teen years, to motherhood to post menopause. This event is thought to bring much benefit to the community by increasing accessibility to educational and cultural events, encouraging tourism, generating employment and volunteer opportunities as well as enhancing the region's reputation as one that promotes arts and culture, education, and health and wellbeing.
are plans for a second annual drug & alcohol free workshop based event called Union Festival which will focus on relationships, communication and connection. This event will be structured around the same successful format as Seven Sisters but open to the whole family and all ages. She invites fellow local community groups to get in touch to discuss ideas, and how the festival can partner and support your project with community stalls, charity tickets or creative collaborations. Please email Lauren at info@sevensistersfestival.com
Past economic reports from the Mt Martha events demonstrate over $500,000 of patron spend in the local community through airbnbs, accommodation, cafes, restaurants, shops, supermarkets and petrol stations. Festival Founder and local resident of Mitchell Shire, Dr Lauren Woodman, shares that there
The Seven Sisters festival is scheduled to go ahead March 17-20th 2022 and Union Festival in October 2022. Tickets and applications to be involved will open in July 2021. If you would like to find out more visit www.sevensistersfestival.com