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Norm Cahill and Nagambie Primary School awarded top honours at Tennis Victoria Champions Dinner 88 year old, Norm Cahill has claimed a memorable win at the Tennis Victoria Champions Dinner by being named 2019 Victorian Spirit of Tennis. A prestigious award with a rich history, the award has been presented to the likes of Frank Sedgman (1980), Judy Dalton (1984), Peter McNamara (1989), John Cain (2017) and last year’s winners
the Peers Family (Elizabeth, Bill, John and Sally). Good friend of eight-time grand slam champion, Ken Rosewall, Norm has spent more than half his life playing, coaching and mentoring thousands of tennis players. He continues to coach at the Nagambie Primary School and plays a pivotal role in their sessions on court, firmly epitomising tennis’ status as a sport for life. The feel good story was made even better with the Nagambie Primary School crowned Most Outstanding School award.
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The community Voice caught up with Nagambie Primary School Principal, Rob French. “We were so very proud to be shortlisted as one of three school finalists and even prouder to win the award. Our application was based around participation, community, being active & healthy and sport as an avenue for personal development. The award is a great acknowledgment of our students’ enjoyment of tennis in the yard, as a PE activity and our Monday coaching group with Norm. It is also an acknowledgement of the Nagambie Tennis Club as they go out
of their way to make their facilities available to us free of charge.” “Sitting with Norm and Bernice (Cahill) and seeing how much they enjoyed the awards evening, was such a highlight for me. Norm has played a huge part in our school winning this award. Norm teaches more than tennis, he teaches the etiquette of tennis - good sportspersonship, good manners, ‘great shot, well played’, shaking hands and that tennis is a great avenue for life long friendships,” Rob added. Continued on page 2.
2 | THE COMMUNITY VOICE | ISSUE 436 World Tennis Victoria CEO, Ruth Holdaway MBE, was thrilled to see the winners acknowledged for the amazing impact they have had on the Victorian tennis community. “We also surprised a superb coach, Norman Cahill, presenting him with the Victorian Spirit of Tennis Award. His contribution to Victorian tennis is astounding. We can’t thank Norm enough for his unwavering dedication to grassroots tennis,” Ruth said. Rob French described the moment that Norm was announced as the winner of the ‘Victorian Spirit of Tennis’. “The evening host, Todd Woodbridge started the introduction, without mentioning names and then all of a sudden photos of Norm coaching our kids at the Nagambie Tennis Club appeared on the huge screens and Bernice is saying – ‘Norm, they are talking about you!’ The look on Norm and Bernice’s face was priceless. Norm collected the award and was interviewed by Todd Woodbridge and as usual Norm was very entertaining with his stories, including one about the day (when he was 18) that he almost beat Ken Rosewall!” Winners of the Victorian Tennis Awards have now been nominated for the Australian Tennis Awards, with finalists for the categories to be named then announced very soon.
Pictured: 'Most Outstanding School' - Nagambie Primary School.
Pictured: Norm Cahill, Victorian Spirit of Tennis award winner.
Pictured: Some of Norm's very proud children and grand children.
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Pictured: Norman & Rob.
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FIGHT MND DANIHER'S DRIVE SMASHES $10M TOTAL, WITH A RECORD $3.1M RAISED THIS YEAR. The fifth edition of FightMND's famous Daniher's Drive has exceeded all expectations, smashing the targeted $10M mark and pushing the fundraising total over the past five years to nearly $11M. These vital funds will be aimed at treatment for sufferers and to find a cure for the disease. The team including Neale Daniher's wife Jan (Shady Ladies) was top fundraiser with over $100K raised for the Drive, while main sponsor Chemist Warehouse handed over a team cheque for nearly $80K over and above their sponsorship. Fight MND Campaign Director, Rebecca Daniher said, "We are excited to announce this record breaking tally, and we have to thank the State Government who kicked it off so well, but also the Australian public who have been massive supporters in our quest to find better treatment and a cure for MND." "We love getting out to the regional communities, and they always welcome us with open arms - this funding is going to make a big impact in 'fighting the beast' - we are going
to get it working as quickly as possible in medical research and clinical trials across Australia and worldwide,'" said Rebecca. Day Two of the famous Daniher's Drive accelerated into the swing of things with a golf fundraiser, with a temporary driving range set up on Lake Nagambie. The convoy of cars arrived in Nagambie around 3 pm with many eager participants lining up to test their skill and luck. No-one hit the target but some lucky hitters walked away with a bottle of GoNagambie Shiraz. With over 80 cars and 320 participants on the road, the regional towns of Victoria have opened their arms to FightMND. More than 2,000 people are currently diagnosed with MND in Australia, but there is no known cure or treatment. A big shout out to the team that raised $5000 towards the RayWhite car on the Daniher’s Drive - Chrissy, John & Jack Beresford, Fiona, Mark, Charlie & Holly Boyer, Catherine Gorman, Amanda McClaren, Rick, Bridget & Annabelle Hoskin, Jenny & Max Miller, Chrissy McNeill, Rach & Pippy.
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Her performance at Harvest Home on Australia Day this year had everybody captivated and even some in tears.
The team including Neale Daniher's This past year, Charlotte, better known by friends as Lottie has been incredibly well received in particular by Triple J audience. Off the back of releasing stunning new music, she’s toured with the likes of Matt Corby and Dean Lewis and has recently signed an exciting publishing deal with Downtown Publishing.
If her following is anything to go by, this midday show on Saturday Oct 26 th is bound to be packed. Entry is $10 on the door and Harvest Home will be serving lunch as normal on the day.
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Nagambie road users will see Marie Street, between High Street northbound and High Street southbound, return back to a two way intersection from Friday 25th October.
Phil Howard said the one-way flow was implemented as the approved plan included the provision of bus parking in Marie Street and continued angled parking along Jacobsons Outlook, but this plan has since changed.
The petition was presented to Council in May and after discussions with VicRoads and Victoria Police, Council has resolved to revert Marie Street back to two way traffic.
“The reduction in speed limit from 60kph to 40kph and the removal of angle parking along High Street adjacent to the intersection, combined with the changed location of the bus parking has allowed Council to make the decision to revert Marie Street back to two-way traffic,” Mr Howard explained. “Due to these factors, VicRoads and Victoria Police have supported this decision.”
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Council’s decision comes in response to a petition from members of the Nagambie community requesting Marie Street be reverted.
undertaken by Council and will be implemented by Friday 25th October. There will be signage in place advising road users of the returned two-way intersection and this area will be monitored by Council to ensure there are no other issues or risks experienced by vehicles or pedestrians. Council thanks residents of Nagambie for their input into this decision and encourage anyone with any questions or concerns to contact Council Offices on 1800 065 993 or email info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au.
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NEW BOAT RAMP AND FREE BOAT LAUNCHING FOR USERS OF GOULBURN RIVER Strathbogie Shire Council today opened the new deep water boat ramp at the Goulburn River, providing better and safer access to the waterways for boating and fishing. The new boat ramp will provide free 24-hour access to the river, including new car and trailer parking, and was officially opened with Katherine Grech, the Director of Better Boating Victoria. The $494,795 project included a $100,000 contribution from Council, a $100,000 donation of the cost of the land from the Ryan family and a contribution of $294,795 from Department of Transport.
This comes after a recent announcement of the abolition of boat ramp fees at the Nagambie Lakes and Goulburn River, as part of the Labor Government’s investment in boating and fishing across the state. Strathbogie Shire Mayor Amanda McClaren said the new boat ramp will be a game changer for both locals and visitors to Nagambie. “Nagambie Lakes and Goulburn River is enjoyed by boaters and anglers as well as host to a number of sporting events, holding over 20 major events and competitions each year,” Mayor McClaren said. “The new boat ramp will allow for direct access to the Goulburn River when the lake is closed for events, which will now provide ongoing entry
for the public to enjoy the waterways.” “The deep water boat ramp will better position Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre to attract and retain more large scale events and competitions.” The Hon. Jaclyn Symes MLC, Minister for Regional Development said the boat ramp is another great investment in regional tourism. “Nagambie Lakes is a terrific food and wine tourism destination and this great new boat ramp gives people yet another reason to visit the region,” Minister Symes said. “Getting rid of parking and launching fees is a massive win for all Victorian families who can now enjoy more affordable boating and fishing this season.”
HISTORIAN TO SPEAK AT NAGAMBIE LIBRARY The Battle of Polygon Wood took place in September 1917. Award winning historian and biographer Dr Ross McMullin will be presenting an absorbing and illuminating talk on Disaster Into Triumph: The Battle of Polygon Wood at Nagambie Library on Saturday 9 November 2019. Dr McMullin’s main research interests are Australia’s role in World War 1, Australian political history and Australian sporting history. He has researched and written extensively on the impact on Australia of the country’s involvement in the First World War. His books include biographies of Pompey Elliott, the celebrated commander in World War 1, and
Farewell, Dear People: Biographies of Australia’s Lost Generation, which was awarded the Prime Minister’s Prize for Australian History and the National Cultural Award. At Polygon Wood, an iconic battle at the Western Front, Australian soldiers turned looming defeat into stunning victory. Perceptions of the battle, and how it unfolded, have been flawed for decades. A lively, engaging and entertaining speaker, Dr Ross McMullin will explain what really happened. Dr Ross McMullin will be speaking at Nagambie Library, 352 High Street, Nagambie, at 2.00pm on Saturday 9 November 2019. For bookings, please phone Nagambie Library on 1300 374 765 or email nagambie@gvrlc.vic.gov.au by Thursday 7 November 2019.
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'HOT-G' RETURNS, HEAD OF THE GOULBURN 7.2K RACE IN ITS 14TH YEAR. It is that time of the year when things start ‘hotting-up’ in the District, coming up to Christmas and the New Year. Daylight Savings is also upon us, which signals an influx of visitors looking to enjoy all our wonderful area has to offer. Saturday the 26th of October, 2019, is such a day, with the 14th running of the Head Of The Goulburn rowing regatta. The race from Chinamans Bridge to Tahbilk Winery is 7.2 kilometres long and is the only known rowing regatta in the world, that finishes at a winery! Perhaps not such a good idea you say, however a well-earned glass or two, good food and ‘live’ music seem a pretty
civilised way to celebrate completing a tough event. Last years event attracted 172 boats, which was made up of single sculls, quad sculls, fours and eights. Boats that are sculling action have two smaller oars per rower, with fours and eights being ‘sweep’ boats or as I refer to them, “slave boats”. These have one oar per rower and it is much larger than the sculling blade. Rowing Secretary again this year is Nagambie’s Rowing coach, Sue Andrews. Sue says she would like to keep, what is one of Australia’s premier ‘Head’ or distance races, evolving, whilst serving the rowers, spectators and wider community. This year in a first will be a new Commentator, Linda Skidmore.
Linda has a long and successful association with rowing, both here and overseas, and has been the ‘starter’ for this years Winter Sculling Series, that saw over 150 boats take off at short intervals. Many senior school children attend the regatta and the coaches see this event as not only a good start to the upcoming racing season, but a chance for students to row and bond together. As Liquor Licensing Laws are not in favour of under 18’s partaking in the delights which Tahbilk have to offer, this year the schools will be off first at 10am. This will allow them to finish up early and move on to more suitable surrounds. A reminder for waterway users that
the river with be officially closed from Scours Bridge to Tahbilk Winery, between 9am and 2pm. This has been done in conjunction with the Shire to ensure the safety and smooth running of the event, and reduce inconvenience to other watercraft. We trust that this does not impact too much on the local community. It would also be very much appreciated if ‘boaties’ coming into close vicinity of the rowers, give them due consideration, regarding speed and distance. Have a G8 Day, cheers, Dave Andrews, NRC Masters Rower. Tickets for the High Tea and Auction will be on sale via Eventbrite.
20TH EARLY FALCON CAR CLUB WEEKEND TOOK IN DISTRICT ATTRACTIONS By Sunday morning, 20 October over 200 early Ford Falcon car owners were registered for the 20 th Early Falcon Car Club National event that was held by the Victorian Falcon Car Club in and round the Nagambie Regatta Peninsula boat shed. Saturday the 26th of October, 2019, is They came from across Australia with entries from each state. One from Kalgoorlie, six by boat from Tassie, some even took a week enjoying the sights on the way here. The club originally concentrated on Australian Fords XK, XL, XM and XP models but later on accepted American equivalents 60-66’s models. Local Nagambie Ford businessman David Forbes, his wife Michelle and daughter Grace were important
members involved with the Club event and the committee would like to acknowledge their wonderful support in organising the weekend program. Patrons enjoyed seeing over the 100 year old museum and collection of various stationary engines and old farm equipment, a private car collection and Bruce Parris’s private collection of memorabilia, machinery, trucks and cars in his museum shed. In the afternoon a drive out to Mitchelton winery for afternoon tea, wine tasting, a visit to the art gallery and Ministry of Chocolate and view from the tower was enjoyed. On Friday a Welcome to all car club enthusiasts’ time and barbecue was held on the Nagambie Lakes Park foreshore. Over 170 people attended and more the next day. The committee thanked local collectors
Forbes, Ryan and Parris and businesses for their support. Avenel Meats, IGA, Mitchelton wines. The caravan parks and motels were all full with the visitors accommodated there. The Footy club for serving the drinks at the Saturday night dinner dance and JBL Caterers. On Saturday the Ford owners went on a mystery tour to Noorilim Estate, Longwood and Avenel; then came back in time for the 60’s theme dinner dance held on the Saturday night in the boat shed. On Sunday a judging of the hundreds of cars on display took place. and trophy presentations in the afternoon. For further Club details contact local Ford man David Forbes 0405 469 269 or his wife Michelle 0427 942 248. President Stan - 0421 597 006 or Secretary Kon - 0411 0355502 Don Treasurer - 0439 595 515
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QUEENS4QUEENS - THE GIFT OF GIVING Four years strong. From little things big things grow. Queens4Queens is a community initiative run out of Nagambie since 2016 that focuses on assisting women and children in crisis and supports them via collection of items of personal toiletries and other essential items. During its yearly campaign items are collected, sorted and donated to Beyond Housing- Seymour (formally Rural Housing Victoria) to distribute to women in need locally. In this way they know that the items are going back into the local Community. The project started small with a group of ladies who played social netball deciding to give back to their Community. Inspired by the National “Share the Dignity” initiative they wanted to do something locally and from that seed Queens4Queens was born. As more and more local women embraced the idea of community giving the project grew. Queens4Queens first campaign ran for 10 weeks in late 2016
and resulted in the gifting of forty-five handbags full of sanitary and personal items - donated from the generosity of local woman - to Rural HousingSeymour to distribute locally. To date Queens4Queens has donated well over 150 ‘Queen Bags’ full of toiletries and other personal items to women and children of the Strathbogie and Mitchell Shires via Beyond Housing. Representatives from Beyond Housing have stated the “Queen Bags” are much appreciated by their clients and can cause an emotional response. In many instances these are women who through no fault have found themselves in dire circumstances and are used to putting themselves last. Due to the amazing positive response and after further discussions with Beyond Housing we are continuing our yearly Queens campaign. The current Queens4Queeens campaign will run until early to mid-November 2019 and all items will be collated and donated to Beyond Housing just in time for Christmas.
The focus again is on personal toiletries such as sanitary items, shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, deodorant etc. Queens4Queens states “like new” makeup bags are another item they are after this year. These are very often promo items with makeup items and sit in the cupboard so if you have any spare the Queens would love to have them. They are then filled with travel basics (mini shampoo, conditioner, soap and lip balm) and placed in the Queen Bags. Queens4Queens has also branched out and also creates kiddie bags. For the young ones kiddie sensitive shampoo, conditioner, sunscreen, toothbrushes and kiddie toothpaste is a great start. Every donation does count. So if you’d like to donate check your bathroom cupboard for unused toiletry treasures or alternatively pop something extra into the trolley next time you’re at the local Supermarket and you can assist a local Queen in need.
to drop off as well. And if you’re crafty feel free to assist with the bag making. Queens4Queens recycles whenever it can and works with Boomerang bags to recycle pillowcases and donated cloth. Another way to help is assist with the ‘Pick n Pack’ working bee November when the Queen and Kiddie bags are created. Each bag contains a list of items and an anonymous note of encouragement. This year toiletries, personal items and make up bags can be dropped of at two locations in Nagambie 23a Nash Street (verandah) and at the Nagambie Community House – 7 Prentice Street Nagambie. Look for the drop off containers which are clearly labelled at both locations. A full list of items suitable for donation and a link to a pattern for the Queenie bags can be found on the Facebook page Queens4Queens or you can contact 0488887426 for further details.
Queens4Queens is more than happy for people to create their own ‘Queen Bags’
EVERY MINUTE MATTERS ON RESTART A HEART DAY- NAGAMBIE Nagambie paramedics are calling on residents to download the GoodSAM app on their smartphone as part of a campaign to encourage the community to step in after a cardiac arrest.
and begins CPR before we arrive it doubles the person’s chance of survival.”
Paramedics will be holding CPR displays at Nagambie Primary School and a Mums and Bubs session on Wednesday, 16 October.
Norieul said the event was part of Restart a Heart Day (Wednesday October 16), a worldwide campaign to encourage people to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
“A cardiac arrest happens when someone’s heart stops beating,” said Ambulance Victoria Nagambie Paramedic Community Support Coordinator Norieul Kinross. “We know that if a bystander steps in
He said 16 Victorians suffer cardiac arrest each day, and only one in 10 survive.“Minutes matter in cardiac arrest, and the sooner a person receives CPR and the application of a defibrillator, the better their chances of
survival. “Bystanders are the critical first link in the chain of survival and can help keep patients alive before our highly-trained paramedics arrive.” Norieul said people with first-aid training can help to save lives by downloading the GoodSAM Responder app, which alerts responders to a nearby suspected cardiac arrest and the location of the nearest AED. “We recently expanded GoodSAM, so that any adult with first-aid training can be alerted to a nearby cardiac arrest.
“Often these volunteer responders reach a patient before paramedics, and their intervention in those early minutes can help save a life. GoodSAM Responders are never alone. An alert is only sent by the Triple Zero (000) call taker once a health emergency is assessed as safe and appropriate for a GoodSAM Responder to assist. “I encourage anyone who has a first aid qualification to download the GoodSAM App on their smartphone, sign up and support the Nagambie community.”
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Nagambie Rowing Club in association with Rowing Victoria presents the 14th Annual Tahbilk 'Bridge to Vines'
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NEW AND IMPROVED HOME FOR AVENEL PRESCHOOL Strathbogie Shire Council joined the Hon. Jaclyn Symes MLC, Member for Northern Victoria and Minister for Regional Development, Agriculture and Resources to open the new and improved Avenel Preschool. The $566,000 upgrade and extension included extensions to the buildings, reconfiguration of the entrance, a new reception area, a consultation room and a meeting room. It also included the provision of a second playroom, all abilities toilet and a new kitchen. A dedicated Maternal and Child Health room was also part of the upgrade,
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allowing for a Maternal and Child Health nurse to be stationed at the new facility on a part-time basis. Extensions will facilitate a greater capacity for kindergarten students, from 28 to approximately 60 places and will see the integration of an early childhood learning centre, fun groups, supported play groups, as well as after school and, in future, long day care provision. Funded by the Department of Education and Training, the Hon. Jaclyn Symes MLC stated how impressive the building design and functionality was for the Avenel children, educators and
Avenel (Vic) RSL gearing up to commemorate the unveiling of WW1 monument. Avenel RSL is seeking interest from families who had Avenel (Victoria) District born ancestors enlisted in WW1, serving and retired defense personnel , and members of general pubic that wish to attend the Avenel RSL ANZAC DAY event on 25 April 2020. The 2020 year marks the 100 th year since the WW1 monument
community to enjoy and use. Those in attendance were delighted to hear Minister Symes further announce $10,000 of funding from the Victorian Government for Avenel Preschool to purchase educational resources for use in the new facility. The new facility comes at a fantastic time for families living in Avenel, with upcoming roll-out of three-year-old kindergarten in the Strathbogie Shire next year. The Strathbogie Shire area was one of six local government areas selected for the rollout in 2020, which will include the provision of 15 hours of
was unveiled. To commemorate this event, a guest speaker will attend with a presentation about BrigadierGeneral John Robinson Royston and his command and leadership of the Australian ‘diggers’ during WW1. Anyone who would like to share relevant stories or has WW1 memorabilia/photographs they would be prepared to have photographed for display at the event or wishes to know more are asked to contact Joyce White: Ph 03 57962398.
subsidised kindergarten programs for all three-year-old children. Strathbogie Shire Mayor Cr Amanda McClaren said Avenel has become a popular place for young families to settle, with significant growth in attendance at both the Avenel Preschool and the local primary school over the last few years. “The Avenel Preschool has been transformed into a one-stop-shop for early childhood which is fantastic for all of our young families in Avenel and surrounds,” Cr McClaren said.
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EDRIC REACHES 94
TWIN SISTERS & HUSBANDS CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF MARRIAGE
On Sunday, 13 October Edric Graham and his daughter Rebecca Baker and Grandson Campbell Baker joined the Goulburn Explorer Boat cruise on Lake Nagambie and cruised down the wetlands for a pleasant two hours.
It is very rare for twin sisters to be living close to one another in their senior years, but our Nagambie Kelvingrove Village pair of twins Robyn Spinner and Susanne Gray are doing just that. Living close to each other still In fact they are only about 100 metres away from each other, with husbands Noel and Alan and most of their lives they have lived close to each other as well.
Edric had his son and family visit over the weekend, and Bec said they had a lovely Birthday dinner last night (Thursday, 17 October, and plenty of smiles in photos. Edric’s other daughters and their families came up last weekend for more celebrations.
The twins celebrated their 70th joint birthday with their families at Mitchelton over the weekend of 2-3 February this year.
Celebrating 94 years of age on a lake Nagambie boat cruise. Was Edric Graham, with his daughter Rebecca Baker and Grandson Campbell Baker.
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Robyn and Susanne Shaw were born on 5th February 1949 and what is also unique, is that 20 years later, they had a double wedding on 1st November 1969. They made the Herald Sun news that week. They will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary together with their husbands on November 1st, but will have a party celebration on November 9th at the Gray’s daughter Kerry’s place in Croydon. Sue and Alan Gray moved to Kelvingrove in 2009, and Robyn and Noel Spinner came in 2010.
SHORT STORY ON THE TWO COUPLES Robyn and Susanne Shaw were born to parents
Dorothy and Reginald Shaw on 5th February 1949 at the Royal Women’s Hospital, Carlton in Melbourne. Reg was a baker and Dot a tailoress. Reg had served in the army. The twins had two sisters Sally and Carolyn. Robyn and Sue come from a long line of twins running in their father Reginald Shaw’s family. (3 sets so far.) The family lived in Olinda on the top of the Dandenong Ranges until the twins were 12 years of age. They attended the Olinda Primary School, which was housed in a single building, with all the grades in together. Sue remembers having warm bottles of milk there. The girls loved the times it snowed up on the mountain area. The twins would take it in turns to walk in the heavy snow in their gum boots to give their father his dinner at the bakery around 5.30pm. He worked long hours at his family business. Their mum said it was good she had twins as it meant them taking turns to help out; or else it would be left to one to do it each day. Sue remembers the wood fires in the bakery and having hot rolls with butter there after school. Tip Top bought the bakery and the family moved to Ringwood. Where the girls attended the Ringwood High School and completed their Intermediate certificate level. The girls were confirmed in their local Church
of England and Robyn remembers them both fainting in church one day which was unusual. It was at High school that Sue (14 or so) met a young Alan Gray at a social in 1964, in a Ladies choice dance. He had his wrist in plaster. He went on to work as a planning officer with Holeproof in Ringwood. Then guess what? The twins ventured off to both work in the Gas and Fuel Department’s Flinders Street building as ledger machinists on the first floor. There were three sets of twins who worked at the Gas Company in that time. When the company moved to Princes Gate Robyn and Sue did too. Robyn met Noel Spinner when she was 17 and he was 21. He lived in Brunswick and she in Ringwood. They met when her family was holidaying at Yarrawonga. He was an apprentice mill machinist. Robyn and Noel courted for three and a half years and became engaged on 27th March 1968.
NICE DAY FOR A DOUBLE WEDDING Alan and Sue became engaged on 7th October 1967 and married in a double wedding alongside Robyn and Noel on 1st November 1969 at the Ringwood Methodist Church, under the rites of the Church of England by Reverend D.Chalmers. (The Anglican Church was being renovated.) Their mother made all the ladies gowns and their father baked their wedding cakes which their mother decorated. In July 1971, Alan and Sue moved to Papua New Guinea (PNG) for six months. Alan found work with the Education Department and Sue was a typist on the first electoral
roll there. Sue said though, mostly, the couples have lived near to each other and spent many years of their married life in the suburbs of Croydon, Kilsyth, Mooroolbark until coming here to Nagambie.
FAMILY LIFE You often hear of twins experiencing things together. Well, when Sue was in PNG, she felt a bad pain in her back. It was when Robyn was giving birth to her daughter Colleen in 1971 Sue received word from Oz that Robyn had given birth that day. What a special moment to share together. Robyn and Noel have two children Colleen (1971) and Mark (1973), and Alan and Sue also have two – Michelle (1972) and Kerry (1977.) Their children and partners have blessed them with three grand children each. The sisters started work at the same place and ended their working lives at the same day care centre (crèche.) Robyn worked there from 1996 to 2005 approximately 9 Years and Sue started a year before her. Then they moved to Nagambie with Noel and Alan. The twins and husbands have loved having family holidays and camping trips together for many years. Thanks Sue and Alan and Robyn and Noel for sharing your story with us and congratulations on the celebration of your double 50th wedding anniversary.
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ANGLICAN CHURCH NEWS
LIONS ENJOY 43 RD LIONS CONVENTION From 11-13 October, Lions from Victorian Lions District of 201V5 came together at the Healesville town hall for their 43 rd Convention and annual meeting and to celebrate the 60 th Charter of the Lions. Nagambie Lions Club treasurer, Lyn tanner went with six members of the Lions Club of Seymour who frequently support the Nagambie Lions often. Lion Lyn was very impressed with the Convention beginning with the welcome and introduction and the flag ceremony.
Thanks is extended to Father Norm Hart for looking after our parish over the past few weeks. Fr Norm will be with us until 17 November. Sunday, 3 November. All Saints and All Souls. If you would like to place a loved ones name on our church list for them to be remembered, please do it before that date or ask a parishioner to place their name down. Sunday, 10 November. One service only for Anglican Parish of Central Gouburn. Service then annual meeting, For St John’s Nagambie, St Paul’s Avenel and
Christ Church Seymour folk. Seymour church at 10.30am. Followed buy bring and share lunch. Sunday, 17 November. One service only for Parish of Central Goulburn folk. Celebration of Christ the King service at Christ Church Seymour. Followed by bring and share lunch. Saturday, 23 November. Licencing of Father Richard Pennington and Holy Eucharist at Christ Church Seymour. Fr Richard will be our priest on a part time basis from then on.
During the Convention Lion Lyn tanner presented a bag of can ring pulls to the Lion representative who said the funds raised from the scrap of the ring pulls assists with the Lions cord blood campaign. Lyn had collected them over the years, and reading glasses. She would appreciate anyone collecting them and passing them onto her for these causes at the Nagambie Mechanics hall Op Shop. Lyn also sells Lions Christmas cakesall year round. If anyone wants one
Catholic News
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ROSARY BY THE LAKE: The Rosary Group from St Malachy’s invites everyone to join them in praying the Rosary at Jacobson’s Outlook on Saturday 12th October at 12:00 noon. This will be the 102nd anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima. BYO chair.
Inquiries. St Andrew’s Nagambie. Bill Day 0429 933 116 or Bonnie Purbrick. 5794 2544.
Friday, 6 December. POUR Service at St John’s Anglican church. Noon. Followed by bring and share lunch.
Uniting Church News
Anglican News
Catholic Services: Mass at St Malachy’s Nagambie each Sunday at 10:00am Rosary each Sunday at 9:30am before Mass and on Mondays at 9:30 am Mass at St Mary’s Avenel each Sunday at 6:00pm
Sunday Service. Avenel Church. 9.00am. Details R.Richards. 5794 2382. Bob Gilmour 0407 358 771 of Nagambie and Seymour UC church (every 2nd Saturday night) are conducting some movie nights each month. Details from Ken Daniels 5792 2891
they can contact her on 0407 328 533 or seek them out at the Nagambie National Bank or mechanics hall Op Shop. On the Saturday, Lions business and annual meeting procedures were conducted then all let loose at the Cowboy theme dinner and dance at the Yarra Glen racecourse. On Sunday a memorial service was conducted with past District Governor and local Lion Brenda Henderson remembered along with other Lions who passed away this past year. Lion Linda Johns is to be the District Governor in 2020 and the Lions Convention will be held in Seymour. The Seymour Lions gave a presentation of what to expect when Lions come to Seymour next year. Nagambie Lions need more active members. They realise it is a big commitment to be a service club member but they know it is a very rewarding role. If you are interested contact Lyn Tanner 0407 328 533 or Marlene Brew 5794 1534 for information
Sunday, October 27. Parish of Central Goulburn annual meeting at Seymour. 10.30am. Followed by bring and share lunch. Details E.Lewin. Thursday, 21 November. Parish of Central Goulburn’s Mother’s Union annual meeting. 1.30pm. Seymour church office.
11am Sunday services at St John’s. Sunday, October 13, Goulburn Explorer River boat cruise on Goulburn River. 2- 4pm. Parish folk and friends invited. $30 includes Devonshire tea. Details Di Grant 5794 1720.
Thursday, 5 December. Mother’s Union Advent lessons and carols at St Paul’s Avenel. 1am.
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WHATEVER YOU GROW, WILL SAVE A BRO! Local bloke Reg Dickinson has been involved in the Movember movement since it first started in 2004. Back then however, he was only growing a moustache and on a personal level trying to raise awareness for all things related to men’s health. For the past two years, Reg has taken his involvement to the next level and this November, the informal “Go Men” group he is part of, are instigating three different activities with the hopes of raising awareness and money for the cause. But what is Reg’s motivation and inspiration? And what are his thoughts on men talking about their health; about their feelings and fears? Read on to learn more about how bravery can take many different shapes and expressions…
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If that first coffee between a few friends was what kick started it all, what has kept Reg himself going? What inspires him to continue instigating different activities like ‘the Big Mow Off ’, ‘the Pub to Pub walk’ and this year, the Men’s Breakfast at the Royal Mail Hotel? “To be honest", Reg explains with a smile, “I kind of feel like an unwilling leader; like I’ve been thrust into it a bit, but I was probably also motivated by personal reasons... A couple of close family members have struggled with depression and then you keep hearing about it, reading about it and I just feel like I should try and do something; show support in whatever way I can.”
“You can also look at some of the sporting heroes of today as they announce their retirement and they are in tears, showing their emotions on TV. I remember when Kim Hughes resigned as the Australian Cricket Captain more than 30 years ago; he was crying too, but was regarded a sook and was even bullied. I think he was the first man that was seen crying publicly, and thank God that’s changed, - we’ve changed. Perhaps we are still a work in progress, but we are learning to empathise more… Learning to not be afraid of lowering our guard and showing our emotions. Having grandchildren probably helps; we can stand back and see things more clearly…
PUB TO PUB WALK 10/11, start at the Top Pub
“It wasn’t really my idea to begin with”, Reg starts explaining when we meet up at the Community House for a chat. “I was having coffee with some of the blokes and we were just talking when someone suggested we could try and raise money for the hospital. Then the idea grew amongst half a dozen of us and it just went on from there…” The first year, the group managed to raise $2000 and last year a whopping $3000 was accumulated with great support from different local businesses such as Paul and Emilia at the
Although times have surely changed in the last few decades, it is still rather common that men feel awkward talking about their health, whether it is their mental or physical health. I had to ask Reg for his thoughts on the topic… “Perhaps it is the way we were raised”, he starts out. “We were told not to be sooks, and to ‘just get on with it’. ‘You’re the man, you’ve got to be strong, be this and be that.’ Now, that’s changed a hell of a lot though. You look at young men today; the way they share in the raising of children, feeding, changing nappies, taking their turn during the night. That was just unheard of back when my kids were small. And I think
Arts Group Saturdays 1.00pm - 4.00pm. The Art Room at the Primary School. Contact: Valma Crerar 5794 1631 or nlchouse32@gmail.com
Computer Group First and third Friday of the month, except on school holidays. Contact: Sally Fyfield: 0408 141 969 or srfyfield@bigpond.com
Better Ageing Come to the Community House and listen to 30 minute talks/podcasts on all things related to living better as we age. First and third Friday of the month, straight after Computer Group. Contact: Sally Fyfield, 0408 141 969 or nlchouse32@gmail.com
Craft Group Mondays at the Community House. 10.00am - 12.00pm. Contact: Beryl Dukes, 5794 2829 or bgdukes@bigpond.com
Boomerang Bags Next meeting, Friday 11th of October, 9.30 at the Community House. Contact: Moya Stewart, 0425 796 297 or boomerangbagsnagambie@gmail.com Breast Cancer Support Group The group meets regularly at the Community House. Contact: 5794 1520 Chess/Games Group Mondays at the Community House from 12.00pm. Contact Mike Thomas: 0438 180 163 or michaelthomas12@bigpond.com
Garden Group Mondays 10.00am - 12.00pm. You can always buy produce even if you don't garden. Contact: Mike Thomas, 0438 180 163 or michaelthomas12@bigpond.com Matildas Meets regularly for different cultural adventures. Contact: Ilona King, 0421 240 372 or larryilonaking@gmail.com. Neighbourhood Watch Next meeting, 17th of November at the Community House. Contact: Jana Prygodicz, pprygodicz@gmail.com
It is a very brave re-evaluation to make and it takes a lot of courage to not only share it publicly, but also try and be part of the change. This year, the new Men’s Breakfast at the Top Pub is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Brent Davies from Goulburn Physiotherapy will be speaking, Russel Turner entertaining and there will be raffles with great prizes. Tickets can be bought at the Royal Mail Hotel at a cost of $20. If you too think men’s health is important and if you want to be part of the change, why don’t you sign up for one or perhaps all three of the events? It doesn’t matter if you are young, old, a man
MEN’S BREAKFAST 13/11, 7.30am at the Top Pub THE BIG MOW OFF 29/11 at the Top Pub
Pictured: Reg Dickinson, informal leader of 'Go Men'
Patchwork and Quilting Thursdays, 10.00am - 3.00pm at the Tennis Club rooms. Contact: Pat Moroney, gmoroney@bigpond.com
Walking Group Meets last Friday of the month. Contact: Wendy Mason, mason.wendy.m@gmail.com.
Photography Group Meets monthly at the Community House. Contact: Judy Hoffman, 0427 973 228 or judyhoff@bigpond.com
Welcome Group For friends, old and new! Next event is a cruise with the Goulburn Explorer. 18th of October, 1.30pm. Contact: Jeanette Murray, 5794 2115 or jmurray771@bigpond.com
Shared Table Next dinner will be at the Community House on the 16th of October, at 6.00pm. Theme: "All things German". Contact: Elizabeth Branagan, emmeng@hotmail.com Tow 'n' Yarn Meets regularly for caravan and camping adventures. Next trip to Quick's Beach, 13th to 19th of November. Contact: Max Dunstone, 5794 1868.
Writing Group Second Tuesday of the month at the Community House. 10.00am - 12:00pm. Contact: Vonnie Deering, vonniedeering@ bigpond.com.
Ukulele Group Wednesdays, 9.00am. Contact: Robyn Northey, robynalice2004@ yahoo.com.au
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Nagambie PRIMARY SCHOOL
NAGAMBIE PRIMARY SCHOOL By Principal Rob French.
ST JOSEPH'S PRIMARY SCHOOL
By Principal Leo Jones
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Hi everyone,
During Sustainability this term, we will be taking small groups on a “walking classroom” to promote the Walk to School program which we are participating in this month. We will be talking about the benefits of walking (health, environment, cheaper than fuel etc), history and modes of transport, and the walkability of our town (accessible footpaths, lighting etc). On Friday, we measured our walk by using a measuring wheel and counting our steps. All together, we walked a total of 45,000 steps. How many steps do you walk each day? We challenge you to get walking!
I’m very excited to write for the Community Voice this week while Mr French is in Melbourne for the Victorian Tennis Awards. Nagambie Primary School is a finalist for the ‘Most Outstanding School’ award. I really hope Nagambie PS, Mr French and Mr Norm Cahill win and the award is some tennis balls; I love them! What a great week at school this week! I got to see Jessie, a paramedic from Ambulance Victoria, who was at school for ‘Restart a Heart’ Day. Jessie always gives me pats, which is awesome. More importantly though, she taught all of our students some vital First Aid Skills and what to do to help restart a heart. I had a great time with the Preps during Investigation time on Wednesday. I played with the dominoes, Mrs Vraca’s toy animals (the dinosaurs were scary) and Cooper (pictured) drew a fabulous picture of Mrs F and I. The Preps are great and play so nicely together. Love Blossom (NPS School Dog)
NAGAMBIE PRE-SCHOOL
DIVISION ATHLETICS On Thursday, the 10th of October, St. Joseph's School Nagambie had 5 students compete in the Division Athletics in Epping. Congratulations to the following students Oliver S: 2nd in 1500m & 800m, Hugh M: 1st in Triple & Long Jump, Luke: 4th in Shot Put, Hugh Mc: 5th in Hurdles, Lucas: 6th in 200m Lucas, Oliver S, Hugh M & Hugh Mc: 5th in Relay
AVENEL PRIMARY SCHOOL
By Principal Neil O'Sullivan
NEWS AT NAGAMBIE PRE-SCHOOL
ACTING PRINCIPAL POSITION
During the past two weeks the children in the kinder have been exploring some new musical instruments. These instruments are all natural and hand made and represent different cultures and includes instruments from our first people. These Instrument were purchase with the help of our hard-working fundraising committee. Some of the instruments in the pictures are;
We are very happy to announce that there has been an appointment of Acting Principal for the remainder of Term 4. Graham Wood an ex Principal of Avenel Primary School will be taking up the position as of Thursday the 17th of October. With his exceptional knowledge of the school, including the many and varied events coming up in Term 4, Graham will be a tremendous asset to Avenel Primary for the remainder of the year.
Julu Bendo seedpod shaker from Africa and Indonesia Clap sticks, a traditions percussion instrument that aboriginal people use to keep the beat in their song and dance, they can be plain, or hand painted Caxixi shaker, made from rattan (woven cane) it’s a close basket with a flat bottom and has small seeds inside.
DIVISION ATHLETICS
Djembe Drum, a rope-tuned skin covered goblet drum from west Africa Wooden Xylophone, a West African percussion instrument made up of 6 wooden notes with calibres gourd resonators of decreasing size underneath.
9 of our students went to Division Athletics in Epping to compete. They all did an amazing job in representing our school at such a high level. 2 students progressed to regional level. Congratulations and good luck to Hannah Taylor-White and Ryan Ezard.
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MITCHELTON 5 DAY WINE SALE
HARVEST MOON'S FIRST BIRTHDAY
MEN'S HEALTH MONTH - WALK, RIDE, RUN
Thursday 24th Oct - Harvest Moon
Sunday Nov 10th - Murchison East Pub
Nov 2nd - 6th - Mitchelton Cellar Door
Sunday 3rd Nov - Four Vines
Wander the store with a glass of bubbles in hand as you browse through our latest collection of clothing, homewares and beautiful gifts as we celebrate our first birthday at Harvest Moon Home. Register your details via the RSVP link on our facebook page to receive your exclusive invite.
Walk/Ride/Run from the Royal Mail pub to the Murch East pub.
It wouldn’t be the Melbourne Cup Carnival without a bottle of wine or sparkling to toast the race that stops a nation.
www.facebook.com harvestmoonhomenagambie/
For further information phone Reg Dickinson 0402 093 189
Run through four wineries in one of six races in the heart of the Goulburn River Valley in Nagambie. Add in a food and wine festival, live entertainment and kids activities, it's an event for everyone. The event incorporates a marathon, half marathon, 10km, 5km, a 2km kids race and the Vineyard Scramble - a $500 dash for cash, where the handicap is that participants have just run a marathon!
Depart at 6.30am. Lunch at Murch East pub. Entry is by donation or if that's too much, just come along and be in it.
MEN'S HEALTH MONTH - BIG BREAKY
BREAST CHECK RECORD ATTEMPT
FOUR VINES RUNNING FESTIVAL
SALE STARTS: 10am on Saturday 2nd November and ends 5pm on Wednesday 6th November. Are you ready and racing? mitchelton.com.au
COLOURING COMPETITION
THE BIG MOW OFF
14th December - Nagambie Regatta Centre
Wednesday Nov 13th - Royal Mail Hotel
Friday 29th Nov - Royal Mail Hotel
Competition closes October 25th.
We will be attempting to record the most amount of breast self check simultaneous examinations at one time over the top of loose fitted clothing!
Everyone's welcome. Open from 7.30am till 9.00am. $20 per head. Lots of prizes.
Come and be entertained as the participants get shaved by the highest bidder. Lots of laughs.
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Music by Russell Turner and guest speaker is Brent Davies, from Goulburn Physiotherapy. Phone the Royal Mail to secure your booking.
More information to come...
For further information phone Reg Dickinson 0402 093 189.
It's Mental Health Month and to show our support this year, Rebecca Baker Pharmacy have a Colour in Alex competition! Find a copy of our October catalogue to Colour in Alex and post a photo of this on the Alliance Pharmacy Facebook page along with 25 words or less on what your favourite colour is and why, to enter to WIN 1 of 5 $100 Visa Gift Cards!
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NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB MEN’S RESULTS Big hitting Graeme Galvin bullies the Nagambie course into submission by driving the first hole 272 metre for a birdie and then driving the 10th and making the putt for eagle. Graeme recorded a 79-11-68 to win his third monthly medal for the season and will go into the gold medal playoff in a fortnights time as the red hot favourite. Runner up also making his presents felt over the last few weeks of spring golf was Des Phelan shooting 88-19-69, Des nett 69 would have won the event on any of the previous 7 monthly medals, the next best scores were Glen Evans and Joe Labas both with nett 71's. The nearest the pin prizes went to John James flying one onto the difficult 3rd, Greg Whiteman making no mistake on the 8th, Harold Rayner took out the 13th and Dean Brown walked away with the 16th once again. Next weeks golf will be the 5th round of the social club trophy with G. Bow on office duty and G. Whiteman in the bar.
14/10/19 The 5th round of the social club trophy stableford aggregate event was played on Sunday with new club member Peter Davies getting the job done in style. Peter carded 44 stableford points with a wiped hole to win the days competition by 3, but also he has almost guarantee his round going up onto the best stableford score of the year honour board. The 'bridesmaid' was back with Shane McCormick taking out second place with a 76 off the stick 41 points to walk away runner up once again. Next best were Jeremy Ezard on 36 points followed by Michael Roberts, Graeme Galvin and Gary Bow on 34. Nearest the pins went the way of Graeme Galvin nailing the 3rd Shane McCormick taking out both the 8th and 16th and Lindsay Hall managing to reach the 13th. Next weeks golf will be a interesting round with the gold medal playoff for all monthly medal winners throughout the year, it will be a stroke event with D. Brown on office duty and J. Lodding in the bar.
NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB WOMENS RESULTS 16/10/19 Due to the inclement weather no golf was played this week. It was unfortunate but the rain was very welcome.
Next week 23/10/19 will be Stroke competition. Chicken Run results 17/10/19 We played Par event on the back nine. Winner was Irene Keogh with +3 NTP was Shaun McCormick Next week 24/10/19 will be stableford event to be played on the front nine with NTP on the 8th hole.
Friday the 26th October OPEN Stableford Event – Ladies' and Men’s Assemble at 9.30am for a 10.00am hit-off Ladies and Men’s events A and B Grades All par 3’s N.T.P $20 per player – includes morning tea and lunch
Sunday the 28th October OPEN 4.B.B.B vs. Stableford – Ladies' and Men’s Assemble at 9.30am for a 10.00am hit-off Ladies and men’s events Winners and Runner Up trophies All par 3's N.T.P $40 per pair – includes morning tea and lunch
AVENEL BOWLS CLUB The second round of Mid Week Pennant has been completed with Avenel winning in both divisions. In Division 5 both rinks had big wins over Euroa. Overall results 14-61 to 0-26. Glen Bell, Roy Cooper, Norm Billingsley, Maria DeMaron (S) won 31 to 18 and Mary Black, Bill Donovan Geoff Hateley, Mia Cooper (s) won 30 – 8. This win places Avenel in top spot on the ladder having won 2 from 2. All rinks also recorded wins in Division 2 over Shepp Park. Final score was 16-77 to 0-48. Joyce White, Iris Sidebottom, Archie Patterson, Jenny Furletti (s) won 27 – 20. Ruth Underwood, Dennis McGregor, David Furletti, Pam Pedder (s) won 25 – 13 and Ruth King, Graeme Toy, Noel Slater, Grace Kenworthy (s) won 25 – 16. Div 2 are third on the ladder and their next game is against fourth placed Shepp Golf. Activities at the club are in full swing. Thursday night practice sessions are being well attended followed by happy hour. Sunday chicken run is off and running with great attendances. Non members are most welcome to attend this fun game of bowls held every Sunday morning. Just turn up at 9.45am for 10am start in your flat soled shoes. Avenel Bowls Club is getting behind a fun initiative run by Vic Health - ‘This Girl Can’. The program is open to girls/women of all ages and abilities to get active, have fun, meet new friends and try something new. If there is enough interest we will conduct two bowls sessions a day on the five Wednesdays in November. Sessions will be 10am – 12pm and 6pm – 8pm. Bowls will be provided, and you can do barefoot bowls or wear flat soled shoes (sneakers). Preschool aged children are welcome with mums
for morning sessions. Refreshments will be provided after each session. To book a session or for enquiries please contact David Furletti (m) 0447 139 039.
NAGAMBIE CRICKET CLUB The opening round of the Shepparton Cricket Association was a case of nearly but not quite. The A Grade side played Tatura at home. With three overs remaining in the first innings Nagambie was in the commanding position of 6 for 187 when two Tatura fielders collided which resulted in both players sustaining severe injuries and being taken from the ground by ambulance. Due to the lengthy delay the match was abandoned and declared a draw. Matty Martin dominated proceedings with a rapid fire 60 runs which included 9 boundaries and a six, Luke Nolan compiled 42 whilst Zac Winter Irving 32 and Brayden Biggs 20 both remained not out. The C Grade team travelled to Numurkah and amassed 4 for 167. Blair Taylor Lloyd smashed 80 and Will Ulrich remained 43 not out. Numurkah chased down the total with two overs remaining losing five wickets in the process. Jayden Sanderson 1 for 17 and Tyler Ritchie 1 for 25 were the best of the bowlers. After a promising first season in the Shepparton Junior Cricket Association the club is fielding teams in the under 16,14,12 and 10 age groups. The under 16 and 14 teams commence on Saturday October 12, the under 12 side starts on Saturday October 19 and the under 10's to be confirmed. Rick Misiti is the coordinator of the Woolworths Junior Blasters program. It is a six week introduction to cricket for boys and girls aged from 5 to 7 years. Commencing on Thursday October 17 through to Thursday December 12 from 4.30 to 5.30 pm at the recreation reserve. For more details call Rick on 0438791312. For any other information contact Steve 0418505784, Mary 0438848288 or go to the Facebook or website.
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The Nagambie Football Netball Club Annual General Meeting will be held on November 27th, 6:30pm at the Recreation Reserve. All committee positions for 2020 will become vacant and we encourage all new, past and present volunteers to join our team. President; Barry Cryer 0418 577 900 barrycryer23@bigpond.com