14 OCTOBER 2020 | ISSUE 460 | FREE
WWW.GONAGAMBIE.COM.AU
After more than 100 years, an iconic family-run business is closing it's doors.
F.W. Parris and Sons, better known as "Parris’s" by locals, was opened in 1913 by Frederick William Parris and today is run by his greatgrandson, Bruce Parris. Recently, word has started to trickle out that Parris’ had been sold and Bruce and Gladys would soon close the store. FW Parris & Son will close for good by the end of October, but Bruce will keep the truck and continue to cart wool. Until then, they plan to sell every bit of stock they can. The Parris’s have decided to sell the property, and as Bruce put it, “get out of the game while we have our health.” It is impossible to understand Nagambie without understanding the hardware store at the Parris end of town — FW Parris has been a large component of what makes Nagambie what it is today. The family's dedication to community service that helped make Parris’ so special and both the store and the Parris family helped drive the town's growth from the 1910s to 2020. FW Parris and Son had a long history of going above and beyond, even talking people out of buying items they didn't need.
Bruce said shutting down is a difficult decision, but one that's been a long time coming. "It's not an overnight decision, Gladys and I have been planning this for some time," he said. “I’ve walked around here for 53 years,” Bruce explained of the decision, noting that he started working full time at the family business back in 1967 alongside his father. “Gladys and I have lived in the community and worked in the community for most of our lives. The timing is right,” he said. Peace of mind with the closure of the store didn’t diminish what will be lost, however. The family was quick to thank the many customers who have frequented the business over the years. “I’ll miss the people, and the customers, and the friendships that have been made,” Bruce said. Bruce and Gladys' son Robert will continue his volunteer work at Nagambie HealthCare. Currently he volunteers three half days per week. “He loves going up there to help out, you won’t keep him away from there,” said Gladys.
FW Parris is an historical landmark, by all means, but the people who run this business are wonderful. Like many customers at the store, the community is pleased that Bruce and Gladys will get to enjoy more time for themselves, but life at the ‘Parris End’ of Nagambie won’t be the same without them. The closing of the store is a big loss for the town and a big loss for the community. They’re down-to-earth. They’re friendly. They know what they’re doing. The majority of the customers, they probably know them by name. The property has been purchased by Damian Sanderson of John Sanderson Machinery and Rebecca Baker of Rebecca Baker Pharmacy. Damian Sanderson, has frequented FW Parris and Son for decades and echoed the bittersweet sentiments. “It’s been in their family a long time, and we are honoured to be moving into the premises,” said Damian. “It’s a local, small business. They have served the community well and I wish them all the best.” “Bruce will still be on site carting machinery and wool. Bruce has carted all our machinery
from Melbourne for the last 30 years and we are grateful he will continue to do so,” said Damian. Rebecca Baker Pharmacy will relocate to the premises in 2021. Rebecca is excited to be moving to bigger premises to offer an expanded range of products and services. “The new premise offers an exciting opportunity to expand our offering. We have outgrown our current space and look forward to what 2021 brings,” said Rebecca. There are hardware stores like the big chains but you can’t go to a big chain and always get some advice, some input that’s factual and good, and that is what FW Parris has offered. From the business network of Nagambie, we thank the Parris family for their contribution to the community and wish them good health and the very best. Enjoy the new chapter of your life Bruce, Gladys and Robert, you have served your community proud.
Photographed by: Love By Lou Photography
2 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
AFTER A LONG WAIT, NAGAMBIE’S LOCAL WINE BAR IS OPENING ITS DOORS THURSDAY 5TH NOVEMBER! At Eighteen Sixty, we want to create an intimate place for people to come and have a glass of wine, some amazing food, and mingle whilst showcasing the region's incredible local wine makers. We’re proud to be partnering with the best wineries from the Goulburn Valley and Strathbogie Ranges wine regions. Our front of house manager, Jude Fort, has put together a handpicked wine list which allows customers to have a glass or a bottle off the wall to drink in store, or grab something special to take away and enjoy at home.
s I q U1 {ÊUsI "i³
over a long lunch or dinner. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ eighteensixtywinebar, and be the first to book in or drop us a line at hello@eighteensixty. com.au. We’re excited to open our doors and see you for a wine very soon! Eighteen Sixty 312B High Street Nagambie Opening Thursday 5th November
Our incredible head chef Adele Aitken and David Powell from Morso Food in Melbourne have curated a food menu inspired by the best produce that the region has to offer. Focused on Italian-leaning, simple fare, dishes range from small plates of antipasti to enjoy with a glass of wine, through to more substantial plates of authentic handmade pasta to enjoy
~¡/¤ ¹TsH O~À¤¬ U¤ { Q{³ ¤ ɫ Q³ ¤( Ð Ʉ q ɫ Ɇ q G U( Ð ȿɀ s{{s ɫ ɀ q ʔ Ʉ q ɫ Ɇ q ¤ ³ ( Ð ȿɀ q ɫ Ɇ q ¤³s( Ð i³s"Q ȿɀ q ɫɁ q
"i³ { 1sɫ Q³ ¤( Ð Ʉ q ɫ ɇ q G U( Ð ɫ ȿɀ s{{s ɫ ɇ q ¤ ³ ( Ð ȿɀ s{{sɫ ɇ q ¤³s( Ð ȿɀ s{{s ɫ ɂ q
ūūŒĿŠijƙ ĚƙƙĚŠƥĿîŕ îŠē ~×T'ɠȂȊ ƑĚƙƥƑĿČƥĿūŠƙ îƎƎŕNjɍ ¤ĚijĿūŠîŕ ×ĿČ ijƭĚƙƥƙ ūŠŕNj ɠ ȃ ĺūƭƑƙ ŞîNJ ƙƥîNj
gg ɚȁȄɛ ȆȈ Ȋȅȃ ȈȅȈɰ eĚĚƎ îŠ ĚNjĚ ūŠ ūƭƑ GîČĚċūūŒ îŠē TŠƙƥîijƑîŞ ƎîijĚ IJūƑ ƥĺĚ ēĚŕĿČĿūƭƙ DžĚĚŒŕNj ƙƎĚČĿîŕƙ
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY VOICE ADVERTISMENT SIZES/RATES
GO NAGAMBIE MEMBER $
REGULAR PRICE $
Sixteenth Page
T21 - 92 x 63mm
$31.50
$35.00
Eighth Page
T22 - 92 x 129mm
$58.50
$65.00
Eighth Page
T41 - 186 x 63mm
$58.50
$65.00
Strip
T14 - 63 x 260mm
$58.50
$65.00
Quarter Page
T24 - 92 x 260mm
$112.50
$125.00
Quarter Page
T42 - 186 x 129mm
$112.50
$125.00
Half Page
T44 - 186 x 260mm
$216.00
$240.00
Half Page
T82 - 374 x 129mm
$216.00 $240.00
Full Page
T84 - 374 x 260mm
$405.00 $450.00
Would you like more information or like to feature in The Community Voice?
ADVERTISING......................................... advertising@thecommunityvoice.com.au EDITORIAL.............................................. editor@thecommunityvoice.com.au DESIGN.................................................... psporledezign@gmail.com PHONE..................................................... 0419 627 276
The Community Voice is a free community newspaper published by Go Nagambie on a fortnightly basis. The Community Voice has an average fortnightly circulation of 2000 Anyone interested in obtaining a copy of the Community Voice can collect one from the following circulation points: Royal Mail Hotel Nagambie, Nagambie Visitors Information Centre, Nagambie Newsagency, Nagambie Iga, Nagambie Post Office, Nagambie HealthCare – (for resident collection), Kelvin Grove Village (for resident collection), Nagambie Leisure Park, Avenel Post Office.
DISCLAIMER The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of Go Nagambie. Every effort is made by the Go Nagambie to ensure that the information contained within the Community Voice is correct. Personal views expressed in this pubclication are soley those of the respective contributors and do not reflect those of the publisher or its agents. Reproduction in whole or in part of this publication is strictly prohibited without prior consent. Photographic rights remain the propery of the Community Voice Newspaper.
MAKE THE CHOICE EASY
3 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
At Seymour Toyota ORDER ONLINE
20
C FUEL DISCOUNT
for 12 months with myToyota[D5] across the entire Toyota range.
COROLLA SEDAN RANGE
PRADO GXL
DRIVEAWAY FROM
67,990
$
[D]
Seymour Toyota
Kilmore Toyota
21 Emily Street, Seymour T: 03 5735 3000 LMCT808 seymourtoyota.com.au
140 Powlett St, Kilmore T: 03 5734 3900 LMCT808 kilmoretoyota.com.au
NEW HILUX 4X2 WORKMATE (SINGLE-CAB CAB-CHASSIS)
PETROL MANUAL DRIVEAWAY FROM
$
27,990
3.9%
COMPARISON RATE[F1]
MAX FINANCE TERM OF 48 MONTHS
[D1]
[D]Batch number 9630062. Driveaway price includes all applicable stamp duty, 12 months Victorian registration and any dealer charges. [D1]Recommended driveaway price (RDP) shown is applicable for Private customers, Bronze, and Silver Fleet customers, and primary producers, only at participating dealers. Offer available on new May 2020 to December 2020 built models purchased between 01/10/2020 and 30/11/2020 unless extended. RDP includes 12 months registration, 12 months compulsory third party insurance (CTP), a maximum dealer delivery charge and stamp duty. Metallic/premium paint at additional cost. Toyota reserves the right to extend or amend the offer at any stage. [F1]3.9% comparison rate available to approved applicants of Toyota Finance to finance new & demo: (1) Corolla Hatch Petrol & Hybrid models (build dates from May 2018 – November 2020); and (2) Corolla Sedan Petrol & Hybrid models (build dates from September 2019 – November 2020). Offer available for Private, Bronze & Silver customers only. Offer ends 30/11/2020. Maximum finance term of 48 months applies. Terms, conditions, fees and charges apply. Toyota Finance reserves the right to change, extend or withdraw an offer at any time. Ask your dealer for more information. Comparison rate is based on a 5 year secured consumer fixed rate loan of $30,000. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Toyota Finance, a division of Toyota Finance Australia Limited ABN 48 002 435 181, AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 392536. [D5]Offer limited to 20c/litre fuel discount in one transaction per 24-hour period per vehicle registered to a myToyota account to Toyota Guests that purchase between 01/10/2020 to 30/11/2020 and take delivery of a new Toyota by 31/12/2020. Offer applicable to New Vehicles (private & bronze customers) only. Demonstrator, Used Vehicles and vehicles purchased under the Employee & Family vehicle scheme are not applicable for this offer. Offer will expire 365 days from the date of activation and not available in conjunction with any other fuel offer. Offer available on Unleaded, Vortex Premium 95, Vortex Premium 98, Diesel & Vortex Diesel, up to 150 litres, at participating Caltex service stations only. List of participating locations available at toyota.com.au/mytoyota/caltex-finder. List subject to change without notice at sole discretion of Caltex. For T&Cs, visit toyota.com.au/fueldiscount. Dealer must be in Victoria or Hay and Deniliquin in New South Wales. Product & company names are trademarks of their respective owners.
T2020-015574
4 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
Likos Melanie
LAKE NAGAMBIE WARD STRATHBOGIE SHIRE COUNCIL
Authorised by M.Likos, 0419 773 262, Kheminda Crescent, Nagambie, Victoria, 3608
Your Voice For Our Community Melanie is part of our community and understands the importance of community groups and businesses working together. She works at Nagambie Healthcare, runs a small business and continues to volunteer and assist various community groups in Nagambie. A graduate of the Fairley Leadership Program and a former Youth Worker at Strathbogie Shire, Melanie has no political party affiliation and has the experience and knowledge to be your best representative on Council. “I believe local government is about supporting the local community, providing an environment that encourages people to be involved and make a positive difference in the community. “I want to drive positive change and support responsible environmentally sustainable development that will benefit our community. “I want council to do more for our youth, to improve our infrastructure, to encourage and support all community groups and to develop facilities to promote more active lifestyles for all ages. “I want to be your representative on Council and it starts with you.” Mel
5 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
6 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
VOTE
1 JEN ARNOLD
Here for you I am a long-term resident of the Strathbogie Shire, having first lived at Creighton’s Creek before moving to Avenel in 2012. I love the rural and community life here and am deeply committed to assist both residents and businesses to prosper and feel respected and well cared for. MY GOALS INCLUDE: Promoting openness and transparency in Council operations Listening and acting on the concerns of residents and businesses Improve the communications system for lodging residents’ concerns with Council Acknowledge the need for bringing power bills down using renewable energy sources Assist in promoting your concerns and ideas to develop a strong, inclusive community Please contact me on 0413 279 925 or email jenniferarnold112@gmail.com with any queries or suggestions you may have.
Written and Authorised by J. Arnold 4 Bank Street, Avenel 3664 Printed by Euroa Printers, 45-47 Railway Street, Euroa, 3666
MOVING GARAGE SALE 5 McGregor Ave, Nagambie
Saturday17th & Sunday November 18th 8.30am – 1pm (no early birds) Household items, linen, books, CD’s horse gear, gardening, toys & much more ALL PRICED TO SELL
AGM GO NAGAMBIE AGM TO BE HELD AT NAGAMBIE ROWING CLUB WEDNESDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2020 - 10.00AM
7 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
AVENEL ACTION GROUP STARTS FUNDING DRIVE FOR PIANO After a successful application to Bendigo Bank’s Community Enterprise Foundation, the Avenel Action Group has started a funding drive to top up the successful grant. Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank awarded the group $8,000 for the project to provide a digital grand piano for the Avenel War memorial Hall. The targeted piano (a Roland P609) will cost approximately $12,500 delivered to the hall, therefore a top-up of $4,500 will be required. A local grazing property, Booroola, has generously offered to match community donations dollar for dollar up to $2,250. The Action Group needs to come up with $2,250 to reach the $4,500 top-up target. The project was initiated by Fleur Smith, to replace the current piano, which is around 100 years old. Fleur is a well-known local music teacher and music therapist, who has been instrumental in arranging concerts for local students and the community, including Carols by Candlelight.
Just as our Melbourne friends miss regional Victoria, the country folk miss the city just as much. Riversmith shares a glimpse of Melbourne like no other. Large granite purse-like object, designed as a seat located in the Bourke Street mall outside the old GPO. In January 1994, the City of Melbourne called for design submissions for unique
and distinctive forms of street seating. Simon Perry’s The Public Purse was one of the works selected. This piece was commissioned as part of the council's Percent for Art Program, in which one per cent of the council's capital works budget went towards funding public artworks, with the goal of integrating public art into the design and development of the city. In creating The Public Purse, Perry was interested in making an object that would work both conceptually and poetically,
while still addressing the context of the site. The Public Purse engages with its environment through its clear reference to the commercial nature of the area. Perry says of this red-granite sculpture that it ‘signifies an interaction between the city and citizens, the public and the private’. Looking like nothing less than an oversized dropped purse, this public seating can be located anywhere in the retail district without ever looking out of place.
She and the action group have a vision of Avenel as a music/arts hub in the future, to serve the surrounding towns and communities. With Fleur’s contacts in the music industry and the enthusiasm of the local community, the plan is to start an era of musical entertainment for the area, including concerts using local talent and having bands of different musical styles perform in Avenel War Memorial Hall. A bank account has been established at Bendigo Bank specifically for donations. Alternatively, cash donations can be made at the Avenel Pharmacy in Queen St. Ask the friendly staff.
Bank account details: BSB 633 000 Account no. 177714482
8 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
MANGALORE FLORA WALK Mangalore Nature Conservation Reserve sits beside the Goulburn Valley Freeway. After initially losing 1.5ha from its western side to the construction of the freeway, it has been re-endowed and more than compensated. An addition of 14ha bushland from landholdings on the eastern boundary was made. Surprisingly, the freeway noise is relatively mute.
At 78ha, the Reserve is not a huge space. However, this area has been enough for it to qualify as an eBird hotspot where 155 species have been observed and recorded. It is also home to many flora and fauna species, including several that are threatened such as the swift parrot, brush-tailed phascogale, squirrel glider, bush stone-curlew and shiny wallaby-grass. Hope to observe any one of these. Also keep your eyes and ears open for
woodland birds with statewide diminishing populations such as Gilbert’s Whistler and the Hooded Robin. The 3.5km network of good quality tracks is distributed to make the most of a low rising forested site that squats above the undulating Goulburn River flood plains. The site is consistent with the drier of the lower slopes and plains of mainland eastern Australia adjacent to the Great Dividing Range. The soil is sandy clay based and littered with quartz pebble. The roadside vegetation experienced along the freeway and Mangalore Rd extends into and improves significantly inside the Reserve. It consists of a Grey Box (Eucalyptus microcarpa) dominated canopy of grassy woodlands and native grasslands. The large, old gums provide plenty of hollows and, along with the light understorey, an excellent range of habitats are provided for in this compact area. The Reserve is also home to flora protected on Crown Land such as Gold Dust Wattle (Acacia acinacea).
The ground layer is open and home to numerous indigenous perennials. At any time of year wildflowers are to be found. In spring there is a profusion of species. Orchid beds are a key feature. In autumn and winter the fungi are worth a visit of their own. Birdlife to be on the lookout for: Swift Parrots, Painted Buttonquail, Jacky Winter, Black-chinned Honeyeaters, Dusky Wood Swallow, Black-faced Cuckoo Shrike, White-browed Babbler, White-plumed Honeyeaters, White-browed Wood Swallows, White-backed Swallows, Striated Pardalotes, White-winged Chough, Noisy Miners, Eastern Rosellas, Crested Shrike-tits, Whitebellied Cuckoo Shrikes, Brown Treecreepers, Gang Gang Cockatoos and Raptors. Flora to be on the lookout for: Native grevillias, acacias, orchids, daisies, lilies, grasses and herbs. Fauna to be on the be on the lookout for: Yellow-footed antechinus, echidna, goannas, eastern grey kangaroos and wallabies
Amenities Car parking None other Cautions Visitors must be self-reliant Native flora and fauna are protected Restrictions No dogs No firearms Take rubbish with you No 4WD or motorbike use of walking tracks Drivers/riders must: use formed roads only, be licensed, be registered For more information and interactive maps check out these websites: www.strathbogie. vic.gov.au/tourism/tourism/tracksandtrails https://www.victoriawalks.com.au/ Strathbogie
9 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ~ CALL NOW ~ THE TOP - 5794 2488 THE EAST - 5826 2552
OPEN AGAIN FOR DINE-IN AND TAKE-AWAY WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY |
LIMITED NUMBERS |
BOOK EARLY
ONCE AGAIN, THANK YOU ALL FOR THE INCREDIBLE LEVEL OF SUPPORT YOU HAVE SHOWN US IN THIS UNBELIEVABLY CRAZY YEAR OF COVID-19.
10 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
COVID CLEAN PROGRAM NOW CARRIES GLOBAL TICK 2200 tourism businesses Australia-wide have directly engaged with the COVID Clean Practicing Business Program since the COVID pandemic took hold.
Developed through ATIC’s Quality Tourism Framework almost 1000 businesses (940 +) are now recognised as COVID Clean under the national program. In further updates, ATIC has announced its COVID Clean Practicing Business Program has been recognised through the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Safe travels stamp. ATIC General Manager Erin McLeod said
the COVID Clean Program highlighted to travellers and stakeholders how so many tourism operators were now taking the right COVID safe steps
“The tourism industry is showing the resilience and capacity to lead the way and embrace health and safety requirements necessary to provide consumer confidence to travel,” Ms McLeod said. “The strong response and participation by industry in the COVID Clean Program is testimony to its practicality and attractiveness for tourism businesses wanting to show COVID-clean operations. “As domestic borders re-open, confidence to visit interstate destinations is aided by local tourism product’s ability to present
how traveller’s health and safety is a top and critical priority."
ATIC Executive Director Simon Westaway said the WTTC Safe travels stamp was recognition that ATIC’s COVID Clean Program reflected an important need within the international visitor market. “The carried global stamp can underpin confidence for returning travellers, that includes interstate holiday activity before our international border tries to reopen,” Mr Westaway said. “By global standards Australia is an emerging COVID clean destination. But industry believes we must powerfully signal that ‘Safe travels’ be effectively messaged to returning overseas markets.
“This includes travel wholesalers selling Australia and those seeking safe travels down under.” The WTTC ‘Safe travels’ stamp is provided upon completion of the COVID Clean Practicing Business module - https:// qualitytourismaustralia.com/home/ covid19clean/ The ‘Safe travels’ stamp is provided upon completion of the COVID Clean Practising Business module. More details: Erin McLeod 0408 072 668 / emcleod@ qualitytourismaustralia.com Further Details: Simon Westaway Executive Director M: 0401 994 627
11 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
Nagambie PRIMARY SCHOOL
NAGAMBIE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Mr. French is having a paws writing this week’s column and he has asked me if I could write a tail or two to let you know what has been happening at Nagambie PS. I told him I have four paws so no problem although I only have one tail so I’ll have to keep it short. It was so great to welcome back our wonderful students to Term 4. I couldn’t wait to tell them what I had been doing during the school holidays. Poppy and
I have had such fun at home with my puppies. We played tug of rope and we also took them to the vet clinic before they went to their new homes. I hope they all grow up to be Therapy Dogs and work at schools like Poppy and I because we have a wonderful time with all of the children at Nagambie PS. Bye for now, love Blossom x
ST JOSEPH'S PRIMARY SCHOOL Welcome back to term 4. We are so glad that we are back in the classroom this term. The children are happy to be back and working in the classroom with their friends. Here are some of their comments: “It is just better being at school!” Bas “I like it better at school as there is more of an education and the teacher can explain things better to me so that I understand it. At school you have to be there but at home, I can skip lessons or sleep all day.” Deanna “I think it’s great being back!” Maddie “I really enjoy being back at school!” - Gabby “My family were driving me ‘nuts’ at home, so it is great to be back at school!” - Grace “I love being at school with my friends and teachers!” - Addysin “I love being able to play with my
friends!” - Oliver M “It is much better being at school because at home I finished my work early and there was nothing to do and I get to see my friends now!” James “I can talk with my friends at school and at home my parents were busy so it was boring and I had no-one to talk to. School is better!” - Abdullah
AVENEL PRIMARY SCHOOL It has been a fabulous start to the week as we have welcomed all students back on site at Avenel Primary School. The classrooms have been full of keen learners with lots of enthusiasm while the yard has been loud with lots of excited noise as playtimes as everyone gets to see their friends again. We are all hoping that we can continue onsite learning for the rest of the year.
Extra cleaning is occurring in the middle of the day to provide extra protection for the toilet block and high touch areas around the school. Finally, I ask everyone to continue with the great work they are doing in keeping children at home even if they have the mildest cold or flu symptoms. This is crucial advice from DET and we appreciate everyone following through.
We know that there are rules in place from the school under DET guidelines, and I would like to thank everyone who is following the protocols so we minimise the risk of any transmission in the community. We are continuing to implement good hygiene practices at school. Students are washing their hand with soap and water before they eat, and using hand sanitiser every time they enter a new building in the school - for example, after a break or attending a specialist class.
We are really excited about the ability to have camps in term 4 under the current guidelines. The 3/4s will have a camp to Alexandra Adventure Resort, while the 5/6s will be travelling to Anglesea. It is always a busy time of the year, and in these unusual circumstances heading towards Christmas, please see me if you need to arrange a payment plan. With these unique times, I will be happy to work out a plan with you so that your child doesn’t miss out on camp.
12 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
13 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
Advocacy support for Disability Royal Commission is now available in Regional Victoria, which includes regions such as Bendigo, Geelong, Horsham, Mildura, Shepparton and surrounding areas. People with disability living in these locations and have experienced violence, abuse, neglect or exploitation, can now access free and independent advocacy support. Around 4.4 million Australians have a disability, and research shows that they are more likely to experience violence, abuse, neglect or exploitation than people without Disability. The Rights Information and Advocacy Centre (RIAC) is one of fifty providers to receive additional funding from the Australian Government to provide individual advocacy support to help people engage with the Disability Royal Commission.
Karryn Goode, RIAC CEO, states that RIAC helps to protect the rights and interests of people with disability, and support people to speak up: “Advocates are supporting an increasing number of people with disability and their representatives since the Disability Royal Commission kicked off in 2019. Advocates can help people to make a submission to the Disability Royal Commission, arrange accessible supports such as interpreters, and connect people to services such as legal, counselling, financial and other supports. Advocates are also available to support people with disability to make decisions about engaging with the Disability Royal Commission.”
People who are deaf, have a hearing or speech impairment can contact RIAC through the National Relay Service on 133 677. RIAC can arrange free translations and interpreting for people who need help in another language. For more information, visit our Website at https://riac.org.au
People can also contact the National Counselling and Referral Service on 1800 421 468 9am to 6pm (AEST) weekdays and 9am to 5pm (AEST) weekends and national public holidays.
If you are currently experiencing any form of violence or abuse, or you are concerned for your or someone else’s safety, please call 000 immediately. Counselling Services
People can visit the Department of Social Services’ website for captioned videos, Easy Read and Auslan resources, and a full list of organisations providing counselling, advocacy, legal and financial supports for the Disability Royal Commission. Confidentiality
For advocacy support, contact RIAC on (03) 5222 5499 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday (AEST).
We will not share any of your confidential information with anyone else unless you give us specific and expressed instructions to do so.
RIAC also understands that there are people with disabilities who are reluctant to share their stories due to fear that their names and personal details will be published and the retribution that may follow. RIAC wish to assure everyone that it treats confidentiality with utmost importance. We are legally bound to protect your privacy.
Free, independent counselling is available for people with disability who have experienced violence, abuse, neglect or exploitation; and anyone affected by the Disability Royal Commission. Call the National Counselling and Referral Service on 1800 421 468, 9am–6pm weekdays and 9am–5pm weekends and national public holidays or ask to be connected to a counsellor advocate near you. For more information, including a copy of media guidelines, please visit www.dss.gov.au/disability-royal-commissionsupport
14 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
DIGGING WITH DAVE
BY DAVE ANDREWS
HIDDEN ‘GEMS’ SECRET GARDENS! Well this week's tour was a complete surprise and delight, it is amazing what you can find if you get out and about. While pounding the pavement delivering pamphlets, I came across an area that I had driven past many times, as you no doubt have, but I was oblivious too. The ‘village’ of 46 permanent/relocatable homes just south of town, held a number of delightful and well-thought out gardens, that complimented the very impressive little homes. They were all neat, clean and obviously cared for. Some had a smaller floor plan and others were three bedrooms. All had lovely little front balconies and I said ‘gidday’ to several of the residents, who were enjoying themselves, relaxing amongst the greenery. All were very positive about their little part
of the world and why wouldn’t you be, with such variety and colour to be immersed in. I spoke to Wendy and Wes in the main office, who gave me the run-down of what went on behind the main gate. All owner/ occupied, minimum age of 55 years, to keep it a like-minded community..the parties are not too wild! There is a site fee which takes care of water and there are NO rates, oh to be so lucky! You do pay for your power and gas if fitted, but that’s about it. Plenty to do, or not, as you like. The large Recreational Room houses a full size billiard table, large screen for ‘footy’ etc, gym gear if you want to get sweating, two indoor bowls strips, books, CD’s for music, kitchen etc, etc., and all very neat and organised. There is also a good-looking 25 metre pool, for the summer
months, which are upon us, although the recent rains and bracing winds make me question if we will ever get out of winter. Lots of fun to be had all year round on site, with Xmas in July, Easter festivities, Melbourne Cup fashions and sweeps, Grand Finals etc. The bowls fire-up three days a week and there are craft afternoons, to get that quilt finished, plenty going on if you are keen. Now I’ve got lost in the infrastructure, so better get back to the gardens, which are quite stunning. All are kept up by residents and some have done a beautiful job. Seen in the pictures are some really gorgeous plants/trees and the colours just burst out at you. It is a really pretty place and there were plenty of
native birds enjoying it too. Just about all of the permanent/relocatable homes are made locally by Neatline in Shepp. The homes are yours and you can pick up and go, should you be seeking a warmer climate. What I like is the secure nature of the village, you can lock the door and head to the airport or hit the road for an extended period, and not worry about what’s happening at home. I know if I’m away even a few days, your mind turns to home and it affects your holiday somewhat. Anyway, enough dribble from me, please enjoy the pictures, and thank you Wendy and Wes for a lovely little interlude during my day. Cheers and have a great week.
15 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
Th Finnigan The Fi i four f ball b ll proves to t be b as popular as ever with a record 23 pairs chasing the coveted title, the Nagambie course presented in fantastic condition with plenty of credit going to our volunteer ground staff for the quality preparation, With the course in such good playing conditions combined with warm weather and a gentle north breeze scoring was phenomenal, week one leaders with +11 went to Terry Clonan DQG 7HUU\ :DOOLV VKRZLQJ WKH ¿HOG ZKDW is required if you what the 2020 title. Playing partners Alan Anderson and Ryan Ezard went with the day winners VKRZLQJ WKH\ DUH QRW RXW RI LW WR ¿QLVK on +10. Next best were the pedigree pair of Tim Baldwin and Ben Cassar on +9 stalking the leaders for possibly a big ¿QLVK LQ WKH VHFRQG ZHHN 2WKHU QRWDEOH pairs are John Richards and John Humphries +9, Doug Neville and Wayne LeCerf +7 and 'Firey' Phil Hageman and Wes Boyle also +7. The nearest the pins went to Ryan Ezard completing a good day out with ripper on the 3rd, Glen Evans getting mildly happy claiming both the 8th & 16th, then Aaron Winnell getting all excited about winning the 13th. Next week will be the 2nd round of the Finnigan four ball tee off will be 9.00 to 9.30am
AVENEL TENNIS CLUB Avenel Tennis Club are seeking budding tennis players to join the club for the up and coming tennis season set to start in November. If you are new to the area and would like to rekindle your tennis skills, Avenel Tennis Club wants to hear from you. . Games are played on Saturdays starting at 1pm. Games are played in Avenel and surrounding towns with the furthest destination being Benalla. We have put teams in all three divisions over the last IHZ \HDUV 2XU WHDPV DUH ERWK PHQ DQG women. People play three sets in an afternoon. If anyone is interested could you please give Stephen Garner a call 0419 870 207. Teams will need to be entered by the VW 2FWREHU DOO LQWHUHVWHG SDUWLFLSDQWV need to have registered prior to then.
AVENEL BOWLS On a glorious Spring day, with almost a full compliment of members, Avenel Bowls Club held the season 2020/21 launch last Sunday. After such a long off season, the buzz around the club was infectious as friends reconnected. The green and surrounds were picture perfect thanks to a lot of hard work by George and Spud and a few fellow members over the last few weeks. Chairman Geoff Hateley opened the proceedings welcoming members back. A minute silence was observed for Maria DeMaron, a much loved and valued club member who passed away in June. As the Presentation night was cancelled due to Covid, last season’s club Chairman, Spud Furletti presented the awards for the club champions of season 2019/20. Congratulations once again to the winners: Noel Slater (Men’s Champion) Pam Pedder (Ladies Champion) Charlie Kemp and Brett McDonald (Men’s Pairs Champions) Rob Kemp (Men’s 100 up Champion) Club stalwarts, Iris Sidebottom and Len Underwood rolled down the first kitty and the first bowl of the new season, and then it was game on as 3 games of six ends were
played for bragging rights as first winners for the new season. This honour went to Rob Kemp (s) Roy Cooper, Jenny Furletti and Bill Donovan winning 3 games. Runners up on a count back were Grace Kenworthy (s) Graeme Toy, Jason Toy and Fay Hateley who won two games. In the late afternoon sunshine, all bowlers enjoyed a delicious al fresco afternoon tea. Thank you to Jenny and her helpers for the preparation of the homemade goodies. The hours for the Sunday Chicken Run have been extended. Please be there at 9.40am to put your name down for a 10am start. Play will go through to 12.30pm. A full-scale practice match has been organised at Shepparton Park on Saturday 24 October from 12.30pm between Shepparton Park and Euroa. Please check notice board for all the details and add your name to the list if you wish to play. NB: We will be home in time for the AFL grand final! Photo 1. Iris Sidebottom rolls the first kitty for season 2020/21 Photo 2. Len Underwood puts down the first bowl for season 2020/21
Situation fluid. So much for the information in the last edition, in this covid season situations change regularly. The Shepparton Cricket Association had to alter the start dates for the season so at this stage the season will commence in all senior and junior grades on the weekend of November 7. All senior grades will play one day matches only whilst the composition of the junior draw is still to be decided. Training for the senior teams is Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-00 pm. The under 12 team practice session is on Monday at 5-00 pm, the under 16's train on Wednesday at 5-00pm with the under 14 side training on Friday at 5-00pm. The under 10 training is to be decided. Other changes for this season; players have to scan in and out when attending training or playing matches, clubrooms and change rooms subject to density limits. Hopefully restrictions may ease prior to the season opening. A junior registration day is planned for the morning of Saturday October 31st with a senior intra club practice match in the afternoon. Further details will be available in the next edition of the paper and on the clubs Facebook page
16 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
BUSINESS DIRECTORY FLORIST
ELECTRICAL
BUILDERS
DENTAL
‡ %XLOGLQJ 'HVLJQ 'RFXPHQWDWLRQ ‡ 7RZQ 3ODQQLQJ $SSOLFDWLRQV ‡ 6WUXFWXUDO 'HVLJQ ‡ 5HVLGHQWLDO &RPPHUFLDO ‡ ' 0RGHOOLQJ
NAGAMBIE DENTAL SURGERY
OPEN: Wed, Thur, Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm 346 High St, Nagambie
&DOO 6KDQH ( VKDQH#FED QHW DX
Emergency dental vouchers are accepted. Medicare child dental beneďŹ t vouchers are 100% bulk billed. Senior citizen special 10% discount. New patients welcome.
VLVLRQ 7KUX 'HVLJQ
CONCRETE
03 5794 2643
CARPET CLEANER
CONCRETING PAVING, DRIVEWAYS AND OUTDOOR CONCRETING
Ć” &DUSHW 'U\ &OHDQ Ć” 8SKROVWU\ Ć” 'UDSHV Ć” &DU LQWHULRUV Ć” KU )ORRG UHVWRUDWLRQ
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR BENCHTOPS
FOUNDATIONS AND FLOORING APPLICATIONS
FOR ALL YOUR CONCRETING SOLUTIONS
0438 078 917
6SHFLDOLVLQJ LQ 'U\ &OHDQLQJ DQG 6WDLQ 5HPRYDO
JORDAN SHIELS jordan_shiels@live.com.au
0DUWLQ 5DE\ IRUPHUO\ 'U\WURQ
\HDUV H[SHULHQFH
PDUWLQ#FYFDUSHWFDUH FRP DX
)LQG XV RQ )DFHERRN
GAS SERVICES
Jeremy : 0421 481 232 Lachlan: 0400 510 889 info@hillsydeconcretepumping.com.au
PAINTING SERVICES
Ćą ,QGXVWULDO E L EC T R I CA L C O N T R AC TO R S E RV I C I N G N AGA M B I E A N D S U R R O U N D I N G A R E A S 2 4 H O U R B R E A K D OW N S E RV I C E AVA I L A B L E
Ćą ,QGXVWULDO 'RPHVWLF 3DLQWLQJ
ƹ 'RPHVWLF 3DLQWLQJ ,QWHULRU ([WHULRU ƹƹ ,5RRI 3DLQWLQJ QWHULRU ([WHULRU ƹƹƹ 5RRI 3DLQWLQJ ,QWHULRU &RQVXOWDQW ,QWHULRU &RQVXOWDQW ƹƹ 0LWFKHOO 6KLUH $UHD 0LWFKHOO 6KLUH $UHD
17 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
BUSINESS DIRECTORY PAINTING SERVICES
TRADE + SERVICES
PAINTER
BOOK KEEPING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES Bookkeeping & Administration Solutions Specialist In MYOB, Reckon & Manual Systems
3URYLGLQJ 7KH 3HUIHFW 2ɤFH 6ROXWLRQ
John Paxton Painting + Maintenance s ,OCAL PAINTER s &ULLY INSURED s YEARS EXPERIENCE
MYOB, Reckon & Manual Bookkeeping µ Microsoft Office Products Payroll µ Wage Reconcilations µ Accounts Payable & Receivable Monthly Bank Reconcilations µ Client Invoicing & Debt Collection BAS Reporting µ FYE Reports to Accountant Procedures & Operational Manuals µ Reasonable Rates
0490 894 318 !" .
Telephone: 0415 548 194 Email: l.adrienne1@bigpond.com
CONCRETE
AUTOMOTIVE
Time to clean out your backyard and sheds? 2 metre & 4 metre skips available
Prompt delivery and pick-up Services to Nagambie, Avenel and Seymour area
33-35 Industrial Cres Nagambie Suppliers of concrete for all your needs - building and construction, farming and the home handyman FOR A QUOTE - RING RON Phone: 5794 2969 Mobile: 0434 336 167
Phone GARY for a free quote on 0429 951 330 Book early to avoid disappointment
FUNERAL AIR CONDITIONING
DELIVERING TO NAGAMBIE, AVENEL, MURCHISON, RUSHWORTH, LONGWOOD & SURROUNDING AREAS
PLUMBING Complete Burial Package
$5200 This includes: * Our service fee * Funeral Notice * Mortuary care * Fresh Flowers * Rosewood flat lid coffin * Memorial Book * Clergy or Celebrant * GST
Doug and Diane Proud (03) 5794 1520 Local Agents for:
If you can’t contact Doug or Di Please contact Garnet on 5799 2007 82 Anzac Avenue, Seymour VIC 3660 Ph: 03 5799 2007 All Hours
18 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
BUSINESS DIRECTORY LEGAL/CONVEYANCING
JOE BALLS CANVAS PRODUCTS
Nagambie SALES ¡ PURCHASES ¡ SUBDIVISIONS RELATED PARTY TRANSFERS WATER SHARE TRANSFERS
Rebecca Finnigan
Dip. Financial Services - Conveyancing Licensed Conveyancer No. 000939L
For Professional and Friendly Service, Call 0400 372 558 or 1300 792 559 rebecca-sargeants@bigpond.com
Phone 5796 2472 Mobile 0427 962 472 www.joeballsvanvas.com.au
“Your Local Canvas Specialist� “Free Measure & Quote� Blinds/Awnings/Internal & Ext/Canvas Annexes/Camper Trailers/Swags/Canvas Repairs DOES YOUR FAMILY DESERVE THIS? Canvas Blinds/Awnings are the perfect way to keep the heat out. It is better to stop the heat from reaching the glass rather than deal with the heat once it has entered the home.
BEAT THE HEAT THIS SUMMER
304 High Street Nagambie VIC 3608
(03) 5794 2590
‘Caring for your Local Community’ ‡ 1'66 DJHQW GLDEHWHV VXSSOLHV
‡ %ORRG 3UHVVXUH WHVWLQJ ‡ 1DWLR 6XNLQ 0RR *RR VNLQFDUH DQG FRVPHWLFV ‡ :HEVWHU 3DN 6HUYLFHV ‡ )UHH ORFDO GHOLYHU\ ‡ VHQLRUV GLVFRXQW IRU RYHU WKH FRXQWHU LWHPV ‡ 'U 7LPœV ZHLJKW ORVV SURJUDP VXSSRUW If you have separated or thinking of separating, our Family Resource Sheet provides an overview of what services are available for you. Go to: bit.ly/TBALawFamSheet Phone: Email: Website:
(03) 5794 2334 admin@tbalaw.com.au www.tbalaw.com.au
MON - FRI 9:00am - 5:30pm SAT 9:00am -12:00pm
Reliable & professional medication & healthcare advice Member of Pharmacy Alliance Buying Group
SECURITY DOORS
Increase Your Home Security in your local area )DPLO\ RZQHG DQG RSHUDWHG a 6HUYLFLQJ 1DJDPELH $YHQHO DQG VXUURXQGLQJ DUHDV
GRADER FOR HIRE 6PDOO JUDGHU P IW EODGH ,GHDO IRU FRQVWUXFWLQJ UHSDLULQJ GULYHZD\V WURWWLQJ WUDFNV KRUVH DUHQDV DLUVWULSV IDUP WUDFNV HWF
Contact Us today for a FREE QUOTE LQIR#ZHVHOOGRRUV FRP DX ZZZ ZHVHOOGRRUV FRP DX
ALSO AVAILABLE FOR HIRE: 7UDFNHG VNLG VWHHU ORDGHU 7R QQH WLSSHU :DWHU FDUW 7RQQH H[FDYDWRU ZLWK ORJ JUDE 7RQQH UROOHU ([SHULHQFHG LQ DOO W\SHV RI HDUWKZRUNV LQFOXGLQJ 'UDLQDJH 6HOHFWLYH FOHDULQJ 6LWH FXWV 'DP FRQVWUXFWLRQ &OHDQ RXW HWF
Lucas 0490 059 472
‡ )ULGJHV ‡ )UHH]HUV ‡ :DVKLQJ 0DFKLQHV ‡ &ORWKHV 'U\HUV ‡ 'LVZDVKHUV Now servicing your area. Onsite Service.
Phone Brad 0448 737 247 (0448 Repair)
19 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
STRATHBOGIE 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. •
Seymour Health By appointment only Please call 0436 345 573
Bookings are required at some testing locations. Opening hours subject to change. Getting tested means you keep yourself, your friends, family, workplace and your community safe. It’s not over yet.
For more details visit vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS Authorised and published by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne
20 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 460
391 High Street, Nagambie
3
A Waterfall Art Deco This classic art deco 1950s home has been in the same family for over 60 years and is primed and ready for its Retro Revival. The home has three bedrooms, a bright and sunny living area with split system heating/cooling, modernised kitchen, lockup garage, all situated on a corner block of 1,000m2 in one of the best streets in Nagambie "River Street". The property is vacant and ready for its next owner to take it into the future. Great property for the astute investor with huge subdivision potential (subject to council approval) RU WKH HDJHU ÀUVW KRPH EX\HU
1
/
Online Auction: October 17th 2020 if not sold prior. View: By Appointment Mark Boyer 0418 941 628
www.raywhitenagambie.com.au
MITCHELTON DAY SPA Local Luxury 20% OFF MONDAY - FRIDAY For Strathbogie Shire Residents*
Mitchelton Day Spa is an ideal place to unwind in tranquil surroundings. Featuring a consciously created assortment of botanical therapies, our spa treatments have been designed to capture the serenity of the Goulburn River and surrounds. In celebration of our beautiful neighbourhood, for a limited time, Mitchelton Day Spa is offering Strathbogie Shire residents a 20 per cent discount on all spa treatments, Monday - Friday. To take advantage of this special offer call 03 5736 2294 or email dayspa@mitchelton.com.au Terms & Conditions: Offer valid on Day Spa treatments only. Discount does not apply to product sales or vouchers. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Offer must be mentioned at time of booking. Customers must provide proof of address on arrival. Offer valid until November 30, 2020. *Strathbogie Shire Towns; Nagambie, Avenel, Mangalore, Goulbourn Weir, Graytown, Kirwans Bridge, Mitchellstown, Strathbogie, Tabilk, Wahring, Euroa, Locksley, Violet Town, Ruffy, Longwood.