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A GREAT VICTORY HAD BEEN WON AT GREAT COST TO ALL On August 15, 1945, Japan surrendered unconditionally to the Allied forces, ending the deadliest conflict in history, World War II.
The Chief of the Australian Defence Force, General Angus Campbell, reflected on the moment when the terrible conflict finally ended, via a live broadcast that streamed across Australian networks. Seventy-five years ago, a weary Australia laid down its arms and felt the first, joyous stirrings of peace. In the forests of Borneo, the soldiers finally laid their arms and had pause to listen to the songbirds in the trees. Ships across the Pacific spliced the mainbrace and an extra ration of rum warmed a sailor's heart. The engines of Kittyhawks, Boomerangs and Beaufighters were quiet, even if their crews were not. At home, telegrams bearing the saddest of news slowed to a trickle and eventually stopped. An entire country had been called to serve what was right and good. A great victory had been won at great cost to all. The Pacific War, also known as the Asia -Pacific War was fought in Asia, the Pacific Ocean, the Indian Ocean and Oceania;
geographically it was the largest theatre of war.
It began on 7/8 December 1941 when the Japanese invaded Thailand and attacked the British colonies of Malaya, Singapore, and Hong Kong. United States military and naval bases were also attacked including Hawaii, Wake Island, Guam and the Philippines. After the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki the Japanese announced their intent to surrender on 15th August 1945. The official surrender took place on 2nd September 1945, on board the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Australian forces had been on campaigns across the Pacific, including New Guinea, Bougainville, New Britain, Borneo and the Philippines. Australian prisoners of the Japanese were scattered all over Asia. One million Australians wore the military uniform during the 2nd world war including many Aboriginal and Torres. Strait Islanders and thirty-nine thousand were killed. Northern Australia (Darwin) and WA (Broome) were bombed, with hundreds losing their lives. Globally, more than 50 million soldiers and civilians were killed — just a generation after the so-called "war to end all wars", World War I. Australian troops were heavily involved in fighting along the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea and many also lost their lives to dysentery and malaria. Milne Bay and
the Coral Sea were the scenes of horrific battles and it was at Milne Bay where the Japanese experienced defeat and gave the allies hope. August 15th , 2020 is remembered as the 75th year that the 2nd World War ended. We Will Remember Them.
Pictured above: Nagambie RSL President, Larry King and Vice President David Keale laid a wreath at the Nagambie Cenotaph, as a tribute to the home and overseas experiences and sacrifices made by Australians, and the great relief to all communities throughout the world.
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The devastating impact on our lives caused by road trauma is still prevalent during pandemic restrictions. Cool Heads Young Driver Program messaging remains relevant, crucial and will be delivered in 2020 in a live virtual format via Facebook.
Wednesday 26 August, 2020 commencing at 7pm – live on Eyewatch: Greater Shepparton, Mitchell,
and Benalla PSA community pages. The program is not about teaching our youth how to drive; it is about highlighting the real consequences of distraction and risk taking while driving. It is designed to improve the attitude of young drivers have towards driving on our roads. Cool Heads makes no apologies for being emotive and confronting. Our message is clear;
adjust your driving behaviour and reduce driver distraction before you, your passengers, families and friends are exposed to road trauma. An opportunity for all young drivers in the 16 – 25 year old target group who remain over represented in our deaths and serious injury collisions. Of course this CoolHeads removes the need to travel and opens the program to more remote communities.
This is a key prevention initiative for our PSA and any contribution to circulating the attached flyer to target audiences would be appreciated. Don’t forget the young drivers in your life! We would like to acknowledge the support of Riverlinks Shepparton in this undertaking and also all our emergency services partners and community supporters.
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What’s Open at Tahbilk The Wetlands View Restaurant (formerly called The Wetlands Cafe) is closed in line with government regulations. But, there is no reason to run short of your favourite Tahbilk wine. The Cellar Door is open for purchases only; wine tastings are suspended. Note: Social distancing guidelines are adhered to and visitors’ temperatures are scanned. Cellar Door Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Weekends and public holidays 10am - 5pm If you know what you want to buy, please phone ahead on 5974 2555 and we’ll have your order ready for you.
TAHBILK WINERY BOTTLING LINE ATTENDANT Tahbilk Winery is seeking a Casual Bottling Line Attendant to work on their Production Line. Days of work are Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 4.10pm. Work may be available for half a day on Friday dependent upon schedule. If you have the following attributes we would like to hear from you: - A Team Player with positive attitude - Good attention to detail - Fit & energetic - Forklift licence preferable, but not essential To obtain a Position Description or apply please email letter of application and resume to: Pauline Psaila ~ ppsaila@tahbilk.com.au
Getting Me To The Shops Survey The Avenel Action Group is investigating the need some residents may have for regular and affordable access to transport for shopping and other appointments in Seymour or Nagambie. AvAG is wanting to assist people who have no access to private transport or who prefer not to drive and would welcome this support. If this sounds like your “Cup of Tea” you are asked to complete a questionnaire with their details and return to the collection boxes at either the Avenel Post Office or the Pharmacy/Daily Dose by no later than Monday 31st August 2020 Questionnaires have been distributed by mail to all Avenel residents but further copies are available at the collection boxes. If you have any queries or you would like to discuss this idea some more, please don’t hesitate to call Jim Billings on 0433 270 101 IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions it is not anticipated that this activity will take place until 2021 but we would like to assess the need for this service and get ready!
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STAY HOME Stage 3 Stay at Home restrictions are now in place for regional Victoria. There are only 4 reasons to leave home.
Shopping for food and supplies that you need
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Work and study if you can’t do it from home
And if you’re out you must wear a face covering
If you have symptoms, get tested then stay home.
For all current restrictions go to vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne
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NAGAMBIE MECHANIC'S INSTITUTE SEEKS VOLUNTEERS TO JOIN THE COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT
NAGAMBIE HAS A NEW BUSINESS VENTURE IN TOWN Bumble Bees Market place- a Mini Market. This market is the vision of Jacqueline Butterworth, a well known market convenor who managed the Yea Railway market for years, and has much business experience and skills to run a successful business like this. Jacqueline moved here 6 months ago to make a new start for herself. Her first Nagambie business enterprise has undergone the many rules and regulations with the Strathbogie Shire, government rules, COVID 19 restrictions and guidelines and is now attracting crowds to the mini-market on Thursdays to Saturdays. Her vision is to see a variety of stalls based each week around the Market Hub at the old ANZ Bank building, 298 High Street, Nagambie, and in the paddock that abuts the old bank and the Nagambie Mechanics Institute.
Jacqueline has over 140 stall holders that are interested in taking part of her mini-market plan. They would lease a site with her and display their produce on one of the trading days. She would like about 10 different stall holders to operate in her mini market. Ones that offer creative, different, unique items or products from their own source. Her stall at the moment sells fruit, vegetables, flowers, grocery items, and all at competitive prices. When the old bank building is renovated she will operate out of there when more space is created. Jacqueline’s idea is to provide a good market for the community. She has many customers coming back to buy goods from her since she started 9 weeks ago. She is getting to know
them and feels like she has implemented a mini market that will fill some of the needs of our community. She in ensuring that the Corona Virus guidelines and health restrictions are being adhered to by patrons and stall holders. Her trading days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 9.30am-4pm. At the moment. The market is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Home deliveries can be organised for a Tuesday. For further details about Jacqueline’s Bumble Bees mini market. Contact her on 0490 093 625 or her email. bumblebeesmarketplace@gmail.com
While many community activities and businesses have been restricted due to the pandemic, the Nagambie Mechanics' Institute committee of management have continued working behind the scenes and look forward to welcoming you back to an even more handsome hall once restrictions are lifted. Yes, we've finally had new stage drapes made and fitted, including side drapes and backdrop, as well as new drapes to all the windows of the main hall. This was a huge job and we were very fortunate to have a locally owned family company, Profile Fabrics, suppy all the fabric and organise the manufacture of the curtains. Thank you Profile Fabrics for a fantastic job! Thanks also go, of course, to the committee of management for all the preliminaries, to committee member Christine Schindler for agreeing to manage the project, and to our op shop volunteers who work so hard to raise funds so that projects like these can go ahead. Many smaller improvements and maintenance jobs have also been happening during the time that the hall has been closed to the public. Over the years that I have been involved with the Nagambie Mechanics' Institute I have found that, while there are many people who comment on the hall's improvements and express their appreciation for the work that is done, there are also many who criticise the management of the hall without being willing to be part of that management themselves. At our AGM, scheduled for November, we will be looking for people from the community to step up and join the committee of management. All committee positions will become vacant at the AGM and several current members will not be standing for re-election. If you, or someone you know, might be interested in helping to manage the hall, please have a chat with one of the current committee. Anyone wanting to stand for the committee, or to vote at the AGM, needs to be a member of the Nagambie Mechanic's Institute (a Friend of the Hall). There is no cost to be a member and a Friends of the Hall application form is available at https://www.facebook. com/Nagambie-Mechanics-Institute Vonnie Deering – Secretary – 0428 866 643 Chris Anders – President – 0428 398 026
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COMMUNITY BANK TO REMAIN OPEN
With a large amount of local businesses and services closing their doors due to the second Covid-19 lockdown, Nagambie branch of Bendigo Bank would like to assure their customers that they will remain open as normal. The Bank have of course implemented a number of health and safety measures to keep both staff and customers safe and well including: - A hand sanitiser station - Protective screens between staff and customers - Frequent cleaning of high touch points Branch Manager Michael Prowse says “As an essential service we will remain open for the community at our normal trading hours of Monday – Friday 10am – 3pm. We do however have a relatively small branch team and are taking the State Government’s recommendations, that any person with even the slightest of symptoms not attend work
and be tested for the virus, very seriously. This does mean that there is a remote possibility that we may endure some temporary closures due to insufficient staffing. Of course this would be a worse case scenario and both the staff and Board of Directors have a thorough contingency plan in place to ensure our customers are well looked after if this were to occur.” Mr Prowse said. Mr. Prowse reminds the community that applications to the Bank’s 2020 Community Grants program are currently open, closing Monday 17th August. For more information please visit www.heathcotenagambie. community.
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WE ARE READY FOR THE FIGHT AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO SERVE YOU IN THE BEST WAY WE CAN AT BOTH ‘THE EAST’ AND ‘THE TOP’ STARTING THIS THURSDAY WE WILL BE RAMPING UP OUR TAKE AWAY AND DELIVERY OF FOOD AND BEVERAGES ONCE AGAIN. PLEASE FOLLOW US ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGES FOR UPDATED INFORMATION AND SPECIALS. THANK YOU ALL FOR THE INCREDIBLE LEVEL OF SUPPORT YOU HAVE SHOWN US IN THIS UNBELIEVABLY CRAZY YEAR OF COVID-19. STAY SAFE AND WE WILL SEE YOU @ THE TOP AND MEET YOU @ THE EAST.
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NAGAMBIE ROWING CLUB LEGEND NEIL “NOOZ” LODDING
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Pictured left to right: Bruce Richardson (stroke), Alf Lodding (coach), Wayne Gammon (Cox), Ray Todd, Neil Lodding (bow).
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SENIORS FACE MASK PROJECT What started by offering a free mask on membership renewal and then it became a mammoth project for some of our very dedicated sewers. A project devised by Chris Browne for the Craft Group to work on at their catch up days at the Hall, quickly headed into a new direction. When the Stage 3 restrictions took effect, we had to move to our own homes for sewing and the production line began. Those that helped at the hall before the shutdown were Yvonne Dacey, Kris Greenwood, Jacinta DeHora, Suzanne Sinclair, Joy Brown and Sheena Love and we want to thank them for their help and dedication. My daughter runs a food co-op in Torquay called “My Wholesome Pantry” and happened to mention on her Facebook page, that the Nagambie Senior Citizens were making masks for their members, and the avalanche of request began. Over the next few days, the orders were coming in so quickly that our dedicated team, Chris Browne, Merilyn Thornton, Adrianna De Visser, started sewing overtime, getting 300 masks made in a weekend!! I want to thank them so much for their efforts, overcoming soreness (RSI?) in many parts of our ageing or injured bodies, to push themselves to get those extra masks made. Some of the husbands also assisted, in cutting elastic, or cutting patterns, thanks to them as well, and those that missed a meal or two due to the dedication of our wonderful sewing team. Many of the ladies worked to midnight on occasions to try to meet the demand. Still sewing enough to cover the Senior members, but also coping with the orders from the Surf Coast!!! Posting as many as we could as they came off the production line to fill the demand. In all 300 masks were dispatched from Nagambie Post Office (thanks to Andrew for his advice on the correct Express Post Bag that would fit the masks that I had to send – he always got it right!!) We have had some nice positive comments from the happy customers, regarding the comfort and quality of the workmanship, and I am sure there will still be more orders rolling in during this unprecedented time. We are still sewing, and happy to accept further orders. The Senior Citizens are in recess at the moment, but will be planning for when we can all get together again and to resume our normal activities. The Committee is working in the background, keeping the wheels turning! We will continue to offer a free Face Mask to all members on membership renewal, with additional masks also available for $6 each - sizes small, medium and large. Please contact Merilyn via phone or email to place your order and we will endeavour to fulfil in the first instance. We would again like to offer our assistance to any member that needs help with transportation for shopping, medical appointments, supplies etc. Please contact Merilyn Thornton, Phone: 0411 713 352 or email nagambieseniors@gmail.com and we will arrange to assist wherever we can. We would love to be able to help. Jill Branagan, Phone: 0419 567 580 or email: nagambieseniors@gmail.com
HISTORY OF THE LONGWOOD BANK
Edward Stribling had the bank built in 1886 in Hill street Longwood. It is believed recycled timber from a house at Drysdale was used. It was originally the Colonial Bank. Edward Stribling was manager of Euroa Colonial Bank at the time.
For years the Bank rented the building from Mr Stribling, the rent charged in the early days was 5 shillings per week. Eventually the bank only opened one day a week, so the manager and staff from Euroa went to Longwood to open it. This continued until 1976 when the National Bank closed this branch.
When the building was vandalised, after being left empty Ken Stribling, son of Edward, offered it to the Euroa Historical Society.
Donations from Ken & Hector Stribling, the National Bank of Euroa and the Euroa Shire helped finance the removal, and Society members raised an extra $300 that was needed. Don Simpson and Ken Barrett took down the chimney and moved the bricks into Euroa, and a low loader brought the building in one piece, into town in 1981. Mr. G. Jarvis rebuilt the chimney. The inside back wall of the bank has dozens of signatures of personnel who worked at the bank over the years, including Edward
Stribling. The Euroa Lions Club members have painted the bank three times since it has been moved to the museum grounds. Longwood memorabilia is displayed in the building. A huge thank you to Loretta McPherson and The Euroa Farmers Arms Hotel Museum for Providing me providing me with the information. The Euroa Farmers Arms Hotel Museum is closed at present, but are hoping to reopen as normal in late September, Wednesday & Sunday 1pm – 4pm. Family and local history enquires are still welcome, email info@euroamuseum.org.au Article supplied by Riversmith.
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FLEXIBLE & REMOTE LEARNING, ROUND 2 During ‘flexible & remote learning Round 2’, in addition to our formal learning program, we are running a number of weekly competitions to support and encourage some of the additional hands on activities that students are doing at home. Grade 5 student Austin Deane has organised two weekly Lego competitions. Prep to grade 4 student are given a new challenge to build each week (this week it was a house) and they email me a photo for judging. Our ‘dynamic duo’ Rose & Helen are once again running their cooking and bedroom cleaning competitions, again with weekly winners based on the photos they email in. My weekly ‘book review’ competition continues, with winners receiving a book voucher from the fabulous Collins Bookstore in Shepparton. A highlight of the week for our Grade 1& 2 students is the ‘Weekly Challenge’. This week students had to build a protective case for an egg so that it doesn't break when dropped.
ST JOSEPH'S PRIMARY SCHOOL We are very impressed with the way our students and families have settled back into remote and flexible learning this term. Our teachers and staff are working hard to support our students and families as they work remotely, so please get in touch if you have any questions. Please check out our Facebook page if you would like any information about our school, or call the school to organise a tour if you would like information about
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enrolling your child at our school for next year. Check out what our students have been working on at home! IMG 5821: Artwork by James McKeown. IMG 5826: Sebastian has a special helper. IMG 5828: Ayla helping with some cooking. IMG 26: Blair & Maddie doing some gardening.
Congratulations to everyone on continuing to work in such a positive manner through Remote Learning. I have enjoyed seeing the positive comments on Teams and the great work being shared via Seesaw from students in every class. Can I remind families that teachers are trying to provide lessons that are as close to normal classroom activities as possible, but in remote learning this can be challenging. If there is an activity that can’t be done, due to lack of resources, time, other commitments, technology failure or any other issue, we understand! Teachers are providing work as per the Department of Education and Training guidelines but as we always say, please work through what is best for your family. One of the most positive responses we received from the first round of remote learning was the opportunity to have a different type of day every now and then through remote learning. As a result, we will enjoyed a virtual excursion day.
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SKILLS INJECTION SUPPORTS COMMUNITY THROUGH PANDEMIC
Thirty-one people whose employment was impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic are now putting their skills to use to support Strathbogie Shire, thanks to the Victorian Government’s Working for Victoria scheme. Staff members participating in the scheme are getting down to work and assisting in areas such as parks and gardens, roads, community projects, engagement, and building and infrastructure. Strathbogie Shire’s involvement in the $500 million Victorian Government program is part of the response to the ongoing pandemic. Council has received funding for up to 43 positions. Thirty-one roles have been filled, five more are in final approvals and the remainder are advertised on www.vic.gov.au/ workingforvictoria. “I’m proud to say by adopting Victorian Government’s Local Jobs First Policy we have employed people from Avenel, Euroa, Nagambie, Gooram, Violet Town, Ruffy and Sheans Creek,” Strathbogie Shire Mayor Cr Amanda McClaren said. “Along with some from outside our Shire in Nunawading, Wangaratta, Albury, Dookie, Collingwood, Merrijig and Arcadia. “This is providing us with the people power to support our COVID-19 Recovery Program – RE3 Reset, Reboot and Revitalise – for our community.” Each member’s role is well-defined and is designed to guide the community through present challenges and assist during recovery.
A BIT OF NOUS AND GARDENING IS GROUSE! BY DAVE ANDREWS This issues‘ gardening adventure, starts with what I initially thought was a very ‘unusual’ block of land. I’m pleased to say I have done a complete 180, thanks to Colin and Glenn’s explanation, coupled with their meticulous planning and forethought. I mustn’t forget ‘Annie’, who is their ever watchful Airedale, and has an acre of garden delights to explore. I say ‘unusual’ block as it is effectively an Isosceles triangle. There are two equal sides coming from the front gate, which work their way out to the back fence. From here the sides come together behind the house and when you look in either direction, it just seems to go on forever. The block is ‘alive’ with all manner of colourful vegetation and Colin explains the west side is the winter area, where the east side is more suited to the summer. The in-ground pool (east side) sorts out those dry, hot summer days, where a well-earned
Euroa resident, Shanna Bradley, has commenced her role as Human Resources Field Support Officer and is looking forward to making a positive contribution. Ms Bradley was made redundant at her former workplace, after it was affected by the coronavirus. “I’m not great at not being able to work,” Ms Bradley said. “So, being given this opportunity to work for the Shire and work locally – when there was a possibility I couldn’t do that, is amazing. How often would you get a chance to come into Council and make a difference like this. Imagine getting this chance during a pandemic.”
Coronavirus. He said it was a great chance to use his expertise to help the local business community during its time of need. “Our aim is to create solid connections
Operational areas to benefit due to the between the Shire and small businesses, so we can find out how to best help,” Mr Russell said.
“Because I’m participating in the scheme myself, it’s a major advantage,” she said. “I’m going through this journey with them.” Meanwhile, fellow Working for Victoria member and Ruffy resident David Russell has started his role as Economic Recovery Officer.
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Cr McClaren said Council was excited about its involvement with this initiative and was looking forward to further supporting our community. Cr McClaren said Council was excited about its involvement with this initiative and was looking forward to delivering for our community.
Mr Russell, who had been working as a contractor, said his ability to ‘land contracts’ had been greatly reduced as business and government battled through the effects of
‘cool down’ is had after a hard days work in the garden. Beyond the pool are 40 fruit trees, including 7 productive olive trees, which give off about 26 kilos of fruit. This is put to good use and processed off-site. This returns as 80 x 250ml bottles of pure olive oil, which not only compliments their cooking, but makes great gifts for friends. Of the other 33 trees, all ‘bear’ numerous varieties of fruit, which is lovingly harvested, eaten and preserved. Of particular interest were the several Quince trees at the rear of the ‘patch’. Glenn explained that they only fruit for a short time Each season and have a ‘pome’ fruit, which is similar in appearance to a pear. You are warned against eating them straight-up, as you’ll break your teeth. Now while Colin was keeping his “Best Ever” relish recipe close to his chest, Glenn presented some quince jam that they had made. A glass of wine, crackers, cheese topped off with a liberal spread of quince jam, was just a great way to cap-off the day, or start the evening, as the case may be. Not ‘rocket surgery’, peel the quince, boil until soft, strain from the liquid, add an equal amount of sugar (raw and white), to the pulp, and cook, and cook, and cook. When it all turns bright red let it cool naturally and then into a mould to ‘set‘ overnight. A foil cupcake mould in cling wrap
“There’s no doubt 2020 is a challenging year for everyone. We’re grateful for the Victorian Government funding that allows us to
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Now I was surprised when told about the near disaster with the fruit trees. When they settled over eight years ago at the property, the fruit-fly pestilence was in full swing. The fruit trees had been let go a bit and authorities were encouraging us to pull our trees out, offering to do so for free. Wanting to sustain an ethical and productive existence from the property, the ‘ripping-out’ of 40 fruit trees was of some concern, as was the fruit-fly situation. The guys did their research and contacted an ‘expert in the field’ in Shepp. He encouraged them to treat the orchard with fly traps and an ecofriendly spray, and with persistence they could save the trees and deal with the fly issue. I’m pleased to say after two years, they have done just that and the well-stocked pantry is a sign of their success.
This has just touched on the uniqueness and delights of this garden. Nothing goes to waste and what’s not harvested is propagated and reintroduced to the garden. My thanks to Colin and Glenn for guiding me through their little piece of paradise, it was a rewarding experience.
I cannot finish up without mentioning the Gnome Garden. I have never seen 40 gnomes in one place! They all appear to be behaving and enjoying themselves. Some are chatting with others, some swimming (brrr), some taking a nap amongst the various plants. Colin tells me that when they moved in, Glenn bought a couple of gnomes for the garden. Friends took it from there and there is now a
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