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THE AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIC ROWING TEAM IS COMING TO NAGAMBIE!
If you ever want to see what good sweep oar rowing looks like, do yourself a favour and take a look at the Australian Olympic Rowing Team in action when they take to the lanes of the Nagambie Lakes Regatta Course this week.
The Australian Olympic Rowing team is running a simulation of World Cup One in Nagambie.They are the best rowers in Australia and they are enroute to the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games.
The Australian Olympic team FISA, usually run lead up regattas prior to the Olympics overseas. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic the Australian team is currently not travelling overseas and Nagambie was hand picked for the location for this major event over anywhere else in the country. This is a huge endorsement for the Nagambie Lakes Regatta course. The whole 2021 Olympic Rowing Team will be in action. All the men’s and women's events will be rowed over a 5 day period. In total 76 members of the team, including coaches and support staff will be on location competing in the World Cup One and continuing with their
rigorous training regime.
For rowers at any level fuelling their bodies correctly is as fundamental as putting the right fuel in your car. Training consists of 6 - 7 hours each day, with athletes consuming 1 ½ times to double the amount of food as compared to the average person. The Nagambie Rowing Club has been working closely with the team’s nutritionists to meet their catering requirements. The team will arrive Wednesday, they will be training on Thursday and competing on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, racing under full covid 19 guidelines. With the hectic training regime required to keep rowers at their optimum fitness we
must not forget that these athletes have added an extra year to their training just for the opportunity to compete at the Olympics. Following the postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Games due to the coronavirus pandemic, the team have had to continue their commitment and dedication to the sport which no doubt has put their real life on hold for now. If you want to see what the best of the best look like before they head off to the Tokyo Olympics they will be on lake Nagambie from Wednesday to Sunday. Photo credit: Rowing Australia
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AVENEL RAISES NEARLY $10,000 FOR LOCAL CFA VOLUNTEER BRIGADES The Avenel community has raised $9,600 for the Avenel, Upton Hill and Whitehead’s Creek CFA volunteer brigades through its Autumn Concert and raffle. Avenel Active Inc volunteers, together with Carrillo and Ziyin Gantner, gathered on Sunday at the Avenel CFA shed to present cheques to the three brigades. The Avenel Autumn Concert was held on 20th March at the Avenel Memorial Hall. The audience thoroughly enjoyed a delightful music program from Australia’s renowned chamber ensemble, the Flinders Quartet. Major supporters of the concert were the Gantners who arranged for the Flinders Quartet to come to Avenel as well as professional stage design and lighting. Local businesses provided a range of great raffle prizes to help raise money.
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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY VOICE 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.
Harvest Home cooked the delicious dinner and local wine producers, Box Grove Vineyard and Wine By Sam provided wine, and for those who enjoy beer, Hopback Brewery ales were on offer as well. Avenel Active Inc Chair, Jennifer Arnold, said it was a hugely successful fundraiser and event. “Importantly, it was also a wonderful opportunity for the Avenel community to get together and reconnect after such a difficult 2020. We are looking forward to supporting future music and theatre events.”
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Have your say We’re super excited to have launched our new online engagement platform www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au Here, you can contribute ideas, provide feedback and exchange views with others on key decisions and priorities for our community. We know that working together will ensure better decisions for our community. Head to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to start contributing!
Read the Share Strathbogie engagement report While you’re having your say on the Draft Budget make sure you check out the engagement report from the Share Strathbogie sessions held across our Shire. <RX FDQ ¿QG WKH UHSRUW ZLWK DOO WKH IHHGEDFN captured and community priority task results on our new online engagement platform www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au. Head to the Community Vision and Council Plan project, or the Draft Budget project and \RX ZLOO ¿QG WKH UHSRUW LQ WKH GRFXPHQW OLEUDU\ (down the right-hand side).
NBN Local is heading to our Shire Council has been working hard to advocate for improved internet services in our region. Through this work we’re happy to let you know NBN Local is hosting eight pop-up shops in our Shire on May 3, 4 and 5. Read the ad in today’s paper or head to our website for more information. Head down, meet the NBN team and share your experiences.
Free screening of Happy Sad Man We’re excited to be hosting two free VFUHHQLQJV RI WKH +DSS\ 6DG 0DQ ¿OP DW WKH Euroa Community Cinema. The documentary follows the lives of different Australian men and tackles mental health, men’s health and stereotypes around masculinity. During one of the most challenging years on record, the screening provides an opportunity for our community to experience this mustsee documentary, followed by a Q&A with the ¿OPPDNHU Happy Sad Man is showing at the Euroa Community Cinema today (April 28) at 2pm and 6.30pm. To book your free ticket go to happysadman.org
Calling our art community Local artists and creatives are invited to take advantage of a six-part digital program which will provide professional development opportunities. Facilitated by ArtsACTION the sessions aim to inspire local artists and creatives and grow their business skills. The free program starts on Wednesday 21 April and offers a six-part email resource
pack, Zoom workshops, and access to a growing supportive network. The workshops cover topics such as being market ready, working together effectively and developing digital communities. %RRNLQJV DUH HVVHQWLDO 7R ¿QG RXW KRZ WR register visit www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au and check out the ‘latest news’.
Tenders We are inviting tenders for the following works:Design and construction of waterfront infrastructure access for a proposed Nagambie Floating Water Park (contract number 20/21-69). Tenders will be received until 4pm on 5 May. Development of individual concept streetscape plans for Avenel, Euroa, Longwood, Ruffy, Strathbogie and Violet Town (contract number 20/21-72). Quotations will be received until 4pm on Friday 30 April. Tenders can be viewed online from www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au and clicking on ‘Current Tenders’. Tenders can be only lodged online through the Tendersearch portal.
2021/22 Draft Budget Our 2021/22 Draft Budget has been developed with community priorities at the forefront. Through our community engagement program – Share Strathbogie – Councillors DQG &RXQFLO 2I¿FHUV KDYH EHHQ ZRUNLQJ ZLWK the community to understand their values, SULRULWLHV DQG HQVXUH WKHVH DUH UHÀHFWHG LQ WKH Draft Budget. This year’s Draft Budget provides for an operating expenditure of $29.7 million to fund services. This includes $7.545 million to roads, drains, bridges, and footpaths, $1.211 million to parks and reserves and $914,000 to planning. It provides $17.05 million in new capital works that includes $3.804 million in roads, $1.4 million for bridges and culverts, $891,000 for pedestrian bridges and footpaths, $986,000 for recreation, leisure and community facilities and $331,000 for parks, open spaces and streetscapes. )RU WKH ¿UVW WLPH ZH KDYH DOVR ODXQFKHG RXU innovative Pitch Your Project program where you can pitch your ideas for inclusion in the Final Budget. Head to www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au to have your say and share your ideas!
Work with us We’re on the hunt for talented people to join our team. We’re now recruiting for: •
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For more information on these roles, along with a position description, visit our website at www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au and click on the jobs button on the home page.
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oh hay babe oh hay babe is the latest exciting addition to Avenel’s bustling weekend trade. This gorgeous little gift store tucked beside Harvest Home on Bank St, supplies locals & visitors alike with some of our homeland’s most beautiful products. Find all-natural skincare from Salus and Est Australia, Dusky Robin leather accessories, exquisite ceramics by local artist Alex Hendren, candles from Celia Loves and Grampians Goods Co. and a comprehensive selection of babywear and accessories. Personal fragrance, cosmetics, men’s skincare and some carefully chosen pieces for the garden and home have any gift requirement sorted for you.
oh hay babe is proud to be a stockist of Galah Magazine, a coffee table must-have publication dedicated to sharing the stories of life in rural Australia. Open every weekend from 10am – 4pm, 5% of profits enables kids within our local areas who would otherwise miss out, to go on camps or excursions. oh hay babe will be hosting a little launch party this coming Friday 30th April from 2:00-6:00pm. Drop by for bubbles, get to know the staff and discover the beautiful range in store.
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Steph only got to leave the hospital twice during her six month admission and when she did she came up to Nagambie.
STEPH’S STORY One thing I have learnt is that cancer is NOT a win or lose battle, it is much more complicated and that is because no one chooses this fight. It’s not a competition, you are not asked to participate, it's the cards you're dealt through life's journey. Meet 16 year old Stephanie Craig, a beautiful soul, a positive thinker, a people person, a dreamer, she holidays in Nagambie, a student at Assumption College Kilmore, she works at Fowles Wine in Avenel and she is a cancer survivor. Steph was diagnosed with acute myeloid Leukemia on the 23rd of September 2019 when she was just 15 years. Now, a year after finishing treatment and getting the news that she was in remission, Steph is taking a look at what she’s learned during her cancer journey. “I was feeling unwell, a little tired and Mum kept taking me back to the doctors, they told me it was nothing to worry about and kept sending me home. I eventually collapsed and it was then I had some blood taken. I knew something was up and I wasn’t particularly worried but that quickly changed when we received the news,” said Steph. After a whirlwind few hours of frightening tests and procedures, Steph was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. Suddenly, her life wasn’t so simple. Steph had never been to hospital or had any
illnesses besides a common cold before being diagnosed. She was in year nine at Assumption College Kilmore and spent most of her spare time outside of school with friends and holidaying at Nagambie with her family.
in the hospital.
family and friends.
“My life was turned upside down. My friends were at school and I was fighting to stay as well as I possibly could,” said Steph.
Steph missed close to a year of school due to her treatment and then the covid 19 pandemic presented another set of challenges but her education is slowly returning to normal.
"We've been holidaying in Nagambie for many years now, we have a cabin at the Leisure Park and we spend most weekends and holidays here," said Steph.
For Steph, she was thankful for her family and friends visiting the hospital and was able to stay connected with others over social media.
“My Mum and Dad were shocked at the diagnosis, my younger brothers were too young to fully comprehend what was happening, but we all tried to focus on dealing with what lay ahead, it all happened so quickly so there wasn’t much time for adjusting. “I experienced all the emotions, anger, sadness, and denial, I knew that I couldn’t rely on my emotions to cope like I once had. My life as I knew it had changed forever.
“When I was diagnosed, the first thing I wondered was, “Why did this happen to me? Was it just bad luck, or had I done something wrong? “Everyone offered different answers with some suggesting that the biggest battles were given to the strongest people, and many explained that everything happens for a reason,” said Steph. The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne soon became Steph's home away from home. The next six months consisted of numerous chemotherapy rounds, fevers, infections, appendicitis, pancreatitis, sepsis and a long stay
"Time stood still, the days were long and I missed everything about home, but before I knew it I was having my last treatment and I had made it through to the end of my hospital stay," said Steph. There is no right or wrong way to cope with the impact of childhood cancer but Steph takes each day as it comes. “I have dealt with, or will deal with challenges for the rest of my life, with long lasting side effects from chemo. Both my liver and heart are in terrible condition and as for the emotional side, most days are good, very good, in fact. But I will never forget what I went through, it was really scary,” said Steph. Steph’s journey has given her a sense of humble pride, humility and purpose that isn’t often displayed by 16 year olds. For Steph, each day is different and each day is worth it. “Hard days do happen, and what I went through feels like a bad dream I can’t seem to wake up from, but the support from people I love, even support from strangers, has helped me through my journey to recovery” said Steph. On the 6th March 2021 Steph celebrated 12 months remission from Leukaemia with her
"The Children's Hospital staff were so great, how lucky was I to have the best medical care in the world looking after me? I am thankful everyday. I still have regular check ups to make sure everything is going well," said Steph. Steph offers this advice to others going through a diagnosis. “Don’t get too far ahead of yourself. Take each day as it comes and never forget to enjoy the little things, especially a hug from the people that love you.” Steph plans to write a book of her leukemia journey and it's certain to be a bestseller. “To publish my story would be amazing. Someday I might even be able to help someone through their battle,” said Steph. “But for now, I need to concentrate on my education at Assumption College Kilmore. I’m in year 11 and it is becoming a little more difficult. I've enjoyed working at Fowles Wine during the Summer and being with friends. I am stronger than I ever imagined, and that is because of the love that was given to me from my family and friends,” said Steph. “I can’t wait until I turn 100, imagine the stories I can tell? Back in the day…” Laughed Steph.
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CARAVAN INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA Caravan Industry Association of Australia recently released their February manufacturing report highlighting that year to February 2021 volume is +15% compared to 2020 and at the highest level since records have been collected. In total 3628 recreational vehicles have been built in Australia in 2021. 62% of vehicles built in 2021 are caravans with 17% being pop-tops and 14% being camper-trailers. Australia’s most popular time to go camping saw an estimated 800,000 nights spent in caravan parks for the week of Easter (Week commencing 29/3/2021). Caravan park revenue for this week was estimated at $74M nationwide, more than 10 times that of the same week last year where the majority of the tourism industry was shut Down. Easter is a vital period for caravan and camping businesses and regional communities, where more than 90% of nights are spent.
“Too much of a good thing” is a very common expression used, but for the NMI it is a BIG problem and frankly, it’s not always good things! As grateful and appreciative as we are for the wonderful donations from the community, unfortunately there is still the ongoing problem of those who feel it is appropriate to use the Opportunity Shop as a dumping ground! Although many requests have been made to ensure that all goods donated to the Op Shop are in a saleable condition, we still continue to get rubbish that goes directly to the tip. Our allocation of free waste per month has been exceeded by more than 4 times meaning we now have to pay for the removal of unsuitable items. Our appeal is that only saleable items are delivered to the Op Shop, DURING the hours that our wonderful volunteers are in attendance. This is now 6 days a week. (Tuesday to Sunday 9am – 3pm). This will ensure we are not having unwanted items dumped outside the building out of hours. We are installing security cameras,
so that we can detect this unlawful activity, which is an unfortunate situation that we have had to resort to. Maybe if those responsible are held accountable, this problem will be improved or eliminated. Please use your common sense, if you don’t want the item, does it have value to someone else who would purchase it, or should it just be going in your rubbish bin at home or taken to the tip yourself? We request that the donations are taken to the side door, during opening hours, and please, use discretion to eliminate this unnecessary cost for the NMI and the extra manpower required to cart this rubbish to the tip.
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Mother's Day Flowers With Mother's Day fast approaching, it's time to pre-order your bouquets, pot or teacup arrangements. 3DLU \RXU ÀRZHUV SHUIHFWO\ ZLWK a box of chocolates.
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At its Council meeting held on Tuesday 20 April 2021, Council formally considered its proposed 2021-22 Budget and resolved that it be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
Proposed Budget 2020/21 a.
The total amount projected to be borrowed as at 30 June 2021 will be $287,000 (loans outstanding 30 June 2021)
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The total amount proposed to be borrowed during 2021/22 is $5,000,000
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The total amount projected to be redeemed during 2021/22 is $385,000 (principal to be repaid)
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The projected total amount of borrowings at 30 June 2022 is $4,903,000 (loans outstanding 30 June 2022)
e.
The projected cost of servicing the borrowings during 2021/22 is $111,000 loan interest
f.
The proposed differential general rates to be levied by Council will be determined by multiplying the Capital Improved Value of each category of rateable land by the rate in the dollar as indicated below –
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Residential Land Vacant Residential Land Farm Land Commercial / Industrial Vacant Commercial/Industrial Land
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The following annual services charges are proposed to be declared for the collection and disposal of refuse Type of Charge - Collection and disposal of domestic refuse - 80 litre bins - $391 - Collection and disposal of domestic refuse - 120 litre bins - $391 - Collection and disposal of domestic refuse – 240 litre bins - $780 - Collection and disposal of waste from commercial / industrial premises 240 Litre bins - $780 - Collection and disposal of recyclables (all sized bins) - $185 - Service Charge - Tree Management program - $30 - Kerbside (80 and 120 litre)/Recycling/Organics - $576
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Have your say by making a submission Council invites members of the public to make a written submission on the Proposed Budget 2021-22. These will be received until 5pm on Monday 24 May 2021. Council encourages submissions through its online engagement hub www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au, via email to info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au or in writing addressed to: &KLHI ([HFXWLYH 2I¿FHU Strathbogie Shire Council PO Box 177 EUROA VIC 3666
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CYCLING FOR NAGAMBIE HEALTHCARE “OUTBACK ODYSSEY” John Hyland and Bob Gardner are cycling 900 kilometres in Bicycle South Australia's “Outback Odyssey Ride”, raising funds to benefit Nagambie Healthcare. This epic 16 day / 900km ride will take John & Bob through the Australian Outback, commencing in Adelaide and finishing at Blinman in the northern Flinders Ranges. it will be an adventure of a lifetime. The duo, both in their 70’s are training hard to be ready for the start of the ride on May 1st. Funds raised will contribute to:
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In support of John and Bob’s incredible journey, we invite you, family and friends to dust off the post-lockdown
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Upgrading and refurbishment of the Urgent Care Room Patient Lifting Equipment
Specialised Furniture
Go Nagambie are holding a Trivia Night to raise funds for Nagambie Healthcare and to support Bob Gardner and John Hyland on their "Outback Odyssey" journey. Bob and John are leaving for South Australia on Friday to begin their journey. We wish them safe travels and look forward to hearing about the adventure on their return.
brain matter and put your trivia skills to the test with the opportunity to win amazing prizes and to bid for outstanding auction items. Date: Saturday 5 June - 6:30pm Cost: $35 pp (includes light supper) Venue: Nagambie Mechanics Institute NO BYO - Refreshments available on night Tickets are limited, so get in quick and secure your chance to win great prizes and support Nagambie Health Care. If you require any further information, contact 0419 339 708 or 0419 627 276.
DON’T FLUSH IT TO HELP BUST SEWER BLOCKAGES Don’t feed the fatberg – that’s the plea from Goulburn Valley Water this autumn as peak sewer blockage season approaches.
last year. Last April, Goulburn Valley Water recorded 78 blockages, the highest number in the past four years. Overall yearly blockage numbers are also on the rise, with 641 in 2020, a 7% increase on 2019’s 599 blockages, and a 19% increase on 2018’s figure of 547.
As part of the ‘Don’t Flush It’ campaign, people are being reminded to only flush the three Ps – pee, poo and (toilet) paper to help avoid costly and damaging sewer blockages in homes and in the wider sewer network.
Managing Director Steve Capewell said with more than 1324km of sewer mains in GVW’s service area, removing blockages was costly and timeconsuming for staff.
Flushing anything else – like wet wipes, cotton ear buds, tissues, sanitary products – can cause fatbergs, where these materials combine with fats, oils and grease tipped down drains to create sticky, solid blockages. Even if the packaging says wet wipes are flushable, they’re often not – they don’t break down quickly in the sewer system like toilet paper does. Blockages increased significantly during the first few months of the pandemic
“When we see an increase in blockages, it means our operational and maintenance teams are pulled away from other critical and priority works to repair blockages in the sewer mains or pump stations,” Dr Capewell said. “We can spend hundreds of thousands of dollars each year removing blockages, so we are urging people to bin items that aren’t flushable to help prevent an increase in sewer blockages this year.” Education Officer Kristy Elrington
said GVW’s ‘Don’t Flush It’ campaign aims to inform residents that flushing everyday items that should go in the bin, is bad for the sewer system. “In our tests which simulate the water flow in the sewer system, only toilet paper breaks down quickly – after 10 minutes, paper towels, tissues and wet wipes were still intact,” she said. You can find more information and resources at gvwater.vic.gov.au/community/ education/dont-flush-it
QUEEN’S CONDOLENCE BOOK Di Grant has already collected around 500 signatures from representatives of some of our sports clubs, businesses and local groups: “The Condolence Book will be placed in the Visitor Information Centre on Wednesday 28 April and Thursday 29 April for local residents or businesses to sign that I cannot get to personally. I have also placed some photographs of some groups and I will insert some stories of various Nagambie activities and its history in the book’s pages. I would like to send it off close to 30 April to Buckingham Palace. Any queries, please contact me on 5794 1720” - Diane Grant
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In front of a good crowd, the Nagambie Anzac day short march to the cenotaph in the memorial garden took place in glorious sunshine. In front of a good crowd, the Nagambie Anzac day short march to the cenotaph in the memorial garden took place in glorious sunshine. Pre-school, Primary and secondary school children marched behind the RSL folk, veterans, serving personnel, fire brigades, ambulance, Men’s shed and community groups, led by two small flag bearers from Seymour cubs and their leader. The Catafalque party and flag orderly came from P&EE Graytown to support the Nagambie annual commemorative event. The Nagambie Anzac Day service was led by Nagambie RSL Sub-Branch President Larry King. The ceremony gave thanks for the peace and security that we enjoy in Australia which was won for us through the courage and devotion of those who gave their lives in times of war.
That their labour and sacrifice may not be in vain, and that their spirit may live on in us and in generations to come. That the liberty, truth and justice which they sought to preserve may be seen and known in all the nations upon this earth. Tributes to family members who served were read by three primary school children, and wreaths were laid by other primary and secondary school pupils on behalf of their schools, followed by floral tributes placed around the cenotaph by the other organisations present. The service ended with the solemn playing of the Last Post, one minute silence, reveille and the National anthem and the dismounting of the Catafalque party. Many RSL members and Anzac day supporters enjoyed a light luncheon served by the members of the RSL in their clubrooms after the service near the lake.
Members of the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (Para) marched in the Nagambie ANZAC Day march. Locals Don Cross and Paul Tyrell were amongst the group.
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Veterans at Nagambie Healthcare shared an ANZAC Day service with local Nagambie school children on Thursday, 22 April.
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Police from Nagambie, Kilmore and Wallan Uniform co-ordinated and aided in the multi-agency rescue of a missing bushwalker at Strath Creek Falls on Wednesday 14th April 2021 at 6:30 PM. The 19 year old female had become separated from her walking partner at the base of the lookout area at Strath Creek Falls. With no phone coverage, her walking partner was forced to leave her behind and
climb to the carpark area to call for help. The rescue party (Victoria Police, SES and CFA) traversed steep, treacherous, and heavily foliaged terrain, via torchlight to eventually reach the bushwalker who was approximately 2 km down from the carpark area. In total, the rescue took 3 hours and the uninjured bushwalker was safely reunited with family. “On attending, we could hear the female calling for help in the valley below. We gauged that she was approximately two kilometres away, but down in a very steep valley. We had concerns regarding her
medical welfare and the possibility of her moving from her last confirmed location, so we sent two police members, three SES members… A further two CFA members with more appropriate communications equipment then also descended into the valley. They were able to locate the first search party along with the stranded bushwalker. They then all climbed out of the valley and reached the command post area three hours after departing. The female was reunited with her family, uninjured but very shaken”, said Sergeant DERRETT.
The Eastern Division 3 Proactive Police Unit, in conjunction with the Victoria Police Farm Crime Unit & local Police had the privilege of speaking with local community members at the Seymour expo. Speaking to in excess of 500 people
Great job for all that assisted in the rescue, with special mention to our local Police members: Sergeant Bob Derrett and Leading Senior Constable Jason Woosnam from Nagambie, Constable Tyeisha Bennett from Kilmore and First Constable Amandeep Rangi from Wallan.
“Despite the good result, it was a very
Pictured above: Acting Inspector Damian KEEGAN/ Leading Senior Constable Dean LLOYD
Pictured above: Acting Inspector Damian KEEGAN/ Leading Senior Constable Kat MILLS
serious situation. If she had moved from her original location, we may have still been looking for her now……that reenforces the severity of the situation”, said Sergeant DERRETT, Officer in Charge of Nagambie Police.
Pictured above: Sergeant Heidi TWINING
Pictured above: Leading Senior Constable Dean LLOYD /Senior
each day, members of the community had the opportunity to seek career advice, information about reducing farm related crime and speak to the District Firearms officers about upcoming storage legislative changes. A/Inspector Damian KEEGAN said, “events like this are a great chance for Police to meet and form lasting and meaningful relationships with members of the region. These relationships help the community and Police work together to address challenges we face as a collective.” Acting Inspector Damian KEEGAN
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NAGAMBIE HEALTHCARE MEN'S HEALTH BREAKFAST International Men’s Health Week in 2021 is from 14-20 June, thus it is opportune for Nagambie Healthcare to hold a Men’s Health breakfast on 18/6/21 to raise some of the issues and provide some direction to Nagambie & District men re opportunities to lead a longer and more fulfilling life. Both men and women are encouraged to attend.
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New appointed Community Care Nurse Wayne Sullivan who works out of Nagambie Healthcare’s newly established Community Hub in Vale Street will as part of his role, have a focus of establishing sustainable men’s health activities in Nagambie and also to become a point of contact/reference for community members seeking assistance or direction re men’s health concerns. Wayne who is both a father of 5 and grandfather of 7 has worked continuously in the Victorian Health sector, predominantly in the regional and rural sectors for the last 38 years. He has significant experience in both the clinical and management fields in Hospital, Aged Care and Community Health and holds post graduate qualifications in Community Health, Gerontology and Management. Wayne also has an interest in farming and has been a registered primary producer for over a decade. Wayne said that whilst everyone’s health is important, Nagambie Healthcare was developing a focus on Men’s health as statistically Australian men are more likely than Australian women to get sick from serious health problems, with associated mortality rates much higher than women; men die in greater numbers than women from almost every non-sex-specific health problem. Male deaths outnumber female deaths in every age group apart from the over – 65 years and that it is stated that is only because so many men die before reaching retirement. Compared to women, men visit the doctor less frequently, have shorter visits and only attend
when their illness is in the later stages. Significantly men who live in rural and remote areas of Australia are designated as being “high risk” Whilst death is the ultimate price, disability or morbidity because of an illness event often results in a significant loss in one’s quality life and those who are close to them. Coronary heart disease, Mental Health and sexual health (dysfunction, continence and sexually transmitted diseases) are prominent conditions that men of varying ages face. Tools are available to help men live with an illness, minimize the effect of an illness or to be free of the illness. Hopefully Nagambie Healthcare’s Men’s Health Breakfast will be the first step in improving the overall health of Nagambie’s male young and old population.
NAGAMBIE SOCCER CLUB STARTING UP Nagambie already has many successful sports clubs but now there is a new kid on the block: Nagambie Soccer Club. For the past few weeks a group of children have been doing weekly practices at the local Primary School; the children are mainly local but some travel all the way from Murchison and Euroa to attend. Instigators are Phil and Anna Close and Pablo Esteban, who normally works as a chef at Mitchelton Winery. Both Phil and Anna have a longstanding love-story with soccer, but theirs is not quite as exciting as Pablo’s. We met up with him after a Wednesday afternoon practice to ask a few questions and find out more. Pablo was born in Ecuador and like with most Latin American countries, soccer is considered much more than a sport. Since the late 1800s when the game was first introduced, soccer has become deeply ingrained in Latin American identity and culture. “Everyone in South America grows up with soccer,” Pablo starts explaining. “I started playing for different local teams when I was ten years old, and eventually, I was asked to play for my country’s national U21 team, as a goalkeeper.” In a country with over 17 million people, where soccer, or futbol as it is called, is considered the national sport, it is difficult to even start comprehending the honour and opportunity this would have meant for Pablo. His dreams of playing however, came to a drastic halt as Ecuador faced Ghana in a friendly game leading up to the World Cup. “I was the goal keeper and went for a ball… We were all supposed to be wearing plastic cleats, but this guy was wearing metal cleats instead and when he jumped on me, he tore the ligaments and tendons in my knee. I had to have surgery and stopped playing for a whole year and that changed everything for me… So instead I decided to start studying and focus on cooking.”
Pablo is however quick to point out that those kinds of injuries would only ever occur on a professional level. “Sure, soccer has some risks, like all sports do, but it’s more safe than many other sports. It’s all about having fun.” Eventually, it became Pablo’s cooking skills, (and not soccer skills), that took him around the world. He was working as a chef in Sydney when he received the offer to come to Mitchelton Winery as a chef de Partie. “When I came to Nagambie I realised that there was no soccer team here. I was talking to the principal, Mr French, about starting one up and then Phil contacted me and here we are…” Before letting Pablo go, I ask him what his hopes are for the team in Nagambie. “I have a lot of hopes. I want to help coaching, help bring the team in and in a few years, we should be playing in the top leagues in Australia!” If you think your children would be interested in playing, we currently have a few more spots in the 8’s and the under 6’s teams. Please contact Phil Close for more information on 0437 320 932. As a brand new club, there are naturally a few start up expenses
such as uniforms, so if you are a business owner and would like to support the club in any way, please contact Phil Close.
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RUBICK JOINS SWETTENHAM STUD AT NAGAMBIE
The Victorian breeding industry has received another massive boost with the highly credentialed and Group winning proven stallion RUBICK joining the roster at Swettenham Stud. Swettenham Stud principal Adam Sangster said he was thrilled to welcome the young stallion to his Nagambie stud, saying there were undeniable facts and figures that make RUBICK a truly exciting prospect for all breeders. RUBICK, the sire of The Everest winner and Coolmore stallion “Yes Yes Yes”, will stand at $25,000 (plus GST) and is tailor-made for the rich VOBIS scheme. He will commence stud duties this year at Swettenham in a deal with global powerhouse Coolmore which had stood the nine-year-old stallion since 2015 after the son of super sire Encosta De Lago retired with Group wins over 1100m and 1000m. And the arrival of RUBICK at Swettenham Stud is something of a homecoming for Adam Sangster whose late father Robert Sangster raced and later sold Shoal Creek when the mare was in foal to Fairy King and carrying Encosta De Lago which later became a famed stallion. Robert Sangster also bred and raced Fairy King, a full brother to homebred global legend Sadler’s Wells, both of whom stood at long-time partners’ Coolmore in the 1980’s. “I couldn’t be more thrilled, to continue the strong relationship between the Magnier and Sangster family”
“Some of Encosta De Lago’s best years were when he sto o d in Victoria and we all know how successful he was at stud.” “And the majority of RUBICK’s success on the track has been down here in Victoria and it’s really been the unofficial home for Encosta and his progeny. Yes Yes Yes started his racing career in Victoria, winning two of his first three races in Victoria before joining the Sydney stables of Chris Waller where he won The Everest.”
RUBICK did it from his first crop. There is plenty of excitement there for the breeders.” Sangster said Victoria is the right home for RUBICK where they are only a handful of proven stallions available for a $25,000(plus GST) service fee. “For those looking to breed with a proven commercial horse that can get an Everest winner, a Kewney Winner and a McKenzie winner from
his first crop, you’ve found him” Sangster said. RUBICK will stand alongside Swettenham Stud’s most in demand, Toronado. THE RUBICK FACT FILE AT A GLANCE More stakes winners from his first crop than any New South Wales based stallion.
Sangster believes RUBICK’s progeny have a lot of upside and also what is exciting for breeders is that the stallion has twice served more than 250 mares with those crops now foals and yearlings. “And those two seasons - 2019 (262 mares) and 2018 (263) - have seen him with his best books of quality mares,” Sangster said. “I think that coupled with the success he has had on the track from a more modest service fee shows that the most exciting aspect is that the best is yet to come for him. “He is a workman and an absolute gun – fertility wise and number wise. “To be able to produce an Everest winner at any stage of a stallion’s career is great and only Snitzel and Not A Single Doubt have done it. And
WRITTEN TYCOON WILL STAND AT NAGAMBIE’S YULONG STUD One of the country’s hottest stallions, Written Tycoon will stand at Nagambie’s Yulong Stud next season. In what is a great outcome for Victorian breeders to have Written Tycoon back in the state it also further indicates Yulong Investments, Mr Zhang’s commitment and dedication to the Victorian Horse Industry. MR YUESHENG ZHANG invested in his first racehorse, Yulong Bao Ju. He first attended the Melbourne Cup in 2013/14, and on this trip began to explore possibilities of investing in the local industry. Yulong Investments now have three properties in Victoria. The main farm, Yulong Stud, is located south of Nagambie and is hard to miss with the bright and impressive illuminated signage at the stud entrance. Written Tycoon is the sire of 625 winners to date including Group 1 stars Capitalist, Pippie and Ole Kirk. He stood the 2020 season at Arrowfield Stud in the Hunter Valley, having made a name for himself on the stallion roster at Victoria’s Woodside Park Stud between 2013 and 2019. Written Tycoon’s is Australia’s leading sire of stakes winners and is ranked second by overall earnings, winners and wins.
Written Tycoon will spend therest of his stud career in Victoria. “Written Tycoon is one of Australia’s best stallions, it is an absolute privilege to welcome him back to Victoria, and have him join our roster at Yulong Stud,” Yulong’s Chief Operating Officer Sam Fairgray said. It is expected that Written Tycoon will stand at a fee in the vicinity of $150,000 – rivalling the likes of Snitzel and Fastnet Rock, who stood for $165,000 last season. ““Acquiring an elite proven stallion like Written Tycoon will give our quality young broodmare band every opportunity for success,” said Mr Fairgray.
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RDA SEYMOUR IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE KIND RDA Seymour is pleased to announce the kind donation of $3,000 from Godolphin which will be presented to us by Catherine Gorman, Nominations and Sales Administrator, in the form of a "Big Cheque" on Thursday 29th April at 10.30am at the RDA Seymour Centre at Kings Park, Seymour.
This generous donation will be used to purchase boots and helmets and other equipment, including outdoor lighting, needed to get our Centre up and running under the new Covid restrictions. We are unable to continue lessons during school hours when the children were bused to us and we had 4 children per lesson. To comply with 1.5m distancing restrictions we need a parent or carer to bring the child, therefore we must offer lessons after school or on Saturday mornings. We are looking for a new band of volunteers who are available during any of these new session times. Monday 3.30-6pm, Wednesday 2-3, Thursday
9.30-12, Friday 3.30-5, Saturday 9.30-12. Kirsty Adamson, our amazing Head Coach has worked tirelessly, sometimes with only one other volunteer to ensure our riders receive lessons after we were shut down last year due to Covid. RDA Seymour provides a much needed, unique outlet to adults and children with disabilities in our community. Riding or just being with horses has many therapeutical benefits, including speech development, motor coordination, concentration and a rare feeling of independence not found in their day to day lives. The motion of a horse re-fires motor neurons in the brain
which can improve many physical and emotional developmental areas. This year we have riders from Broadford, Seymour and Nagambie. The benefits of RDA for our riders are easily seen in the development and improvement week to week. This is what makes volunteering for RDA Seymour so satisfying. If you require any further information, please contact Sally Wilson (Secretary) on 0412 075 774 or email rdaseymour@gmail.com
REGIONAL CREATIVES FINDING SUPPORT THROUGH ACTION More than 250 artists from across Victoria are jumping at the chance to take part in the collaborative program ArtsACTION, running until 30 June 2021.
Facilitated by not-for-profit Jumpleads NFP in partnership with eight regional Councils, ArtsACTION provides inspiration and professional development for artists and creatives to assist them in growing their success. “Artists and creatives and their contribution to wellbeing, employment and community development, are highly under acknowledged. In this context, the sector can be overlooked and/or under supported.” says organiser and program founder Sharon Seyd.
with other creatives around regional Victoria.
Jaci Hicken from Mirboo North in Gippsland is enthusiastic about ArtsACTION, using the program to advance her business, Jacican Food Studio, where she combines her love of all things food, media and Gippsland. “I've been on a journey to get to where I can be creative full-time. Always building skills, knowledge, and networks. When an arts officer suggested I take part in ArtsACTION, I jumped at the chance,” says Jaci. Emerging or professional artists and people working in community arts or creative industry fields are invited to move into action, work collaboratively, and refine innovative methods for success.
“ArtsACTION was developed to provide real and practical support for the creative sector – which makes an enormous contribution to the vibrancy, liveability, and health of our regional communities.”
Mandy Gloede, from Goulburn Options GO Art in Seymour, has found the ArtsACTION resources to be well aligned with her work.
This free program offers a six-part email resource pack, Zoom workshops, and access to a growing supportive network. The workshops cover topics such as being market ready, working together effectively, and digital communities.
“The ArtsACTION program has been a great way to easily access resources relevant to what our art program is trying to achieve, and the ArtsACTION online community is a great way to see what everyone else in regional areas are doing.” says Mandy.
Artists and creatives are taking up this opportunity to grow their career, build their brand, and connect
ArtsACTION has helped artists and creatives with concepts as broad as marketing and selling strategies,
branding and portfolio management, setting goals, and building community. Carmel Duffy, a silversmith and jewellery designer from Krowera in South Gippsland, is taking this opportunity to pursue fresh creative endeavours. “After a career in the technical and production side of delivering other people’s artistic visions, it’s time now for me to explore my own creative inspirations," says Carmel. "The ArtsACTION group is so timely for me to meet like minds and use the fab resources to connect and gain knowledge as I emerge into my own potential artist business.” ArtsACTION is FREE to participate and is currently being delivered entirely online until 30 June 2021. The next workshop round begins 21st April. As limited places are available, bookings are essential. Participating Councils include: East Gippsland Shire Council; Wellington Shire Council; South Gippsland Shire Council; Bass Coast Shire Council; Murrindindi Shire Council; Mitchell Shire Council; Strathbogie Shire Council; and Greater Shepparton City Council. For more information go to: https://popupart.com. au/artsaction
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Nagambie PRIMARY SCHOOL
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NAGAMBIE’S “LIVING TREASURES” Last week our Student Leaders had the honour of attending an ANZAC service at the Lakeside Hostel at Nagambie Healthcare. The residents, staff and students from both local schools all participated in the respectful and moving service. It was a privilege and honour to acknowledge the service of four hostel residents Bruce, Ian, Leo and Jack. The service was run by Di Grant, who as always did a tremendous job. Di combines her deep knowledge of ANZAC Day and respect for those who served with her kindness, care and commitment. I recently attended a local funeral at which Di was the
celebrant and all of the same qualities were on display. On behalf of the Nagambie Primary School community, we thank Di for her community contributions. She is a great role model for our school vision, which includes “improving the lives of others and leaving our community and world a better place”. Australia has an official list of “living treasures”. Perhaps we should start a Nagambie one. If we did, Di would certainly be on it.
TERM 2
We welcomed our students back to Term 2, on Tuesday. The staff had a PD day on Monday, where they learnt some great new strategies for teaching Mathematics. The children came back with enthusiasm and the term has started well.
ALLELUIA
As we came back to school, we had a small gathering to unlock the word ALLELUIA, which had been locked away at the beginning of Lent. This word is not used in the church or in our prayers throughout the period of Lent. With Lent ending at Easter time, we were able to unlock the word and can now use it again in our Masses and prayers.
ANZAC DAY
Student Leaders Bridie, Brooke, Jack and Dylan were proud to participate in the Hostel ANZAC service.
'Local treasure' Di Grant ran a beautiful ANZAC service.
The children have spent this week learning about why we commemorate Anzac Day. They have listened to stories, completed research tasks and joined in discussions about the need to remember our Anzacs and commemorate this special day. The children all completed art tasks with an Anzac focus. Some of the children will represent the school at the Anzac Service on Sunday morning. Our grade 6 students also attended the Anzac Service at Nagambie Healthcare on Thursday.
NAGAMBIE PRE-SCHOOL
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We'll fire up the bbq serving sausages and burgers so grab a bite to eat before the music begins.
We will be hosting a live music fundraising event organised by The Secret Garden Gigs a Shepparton based company on Saturday 22nd May.
Nagambie Pre-School and Childcare Centre will hold a raffle on the evening, there will be some great prizes on offer.
We invite the local community to join us to raise much needed funds for our centre to greatly improve and update our outdoor play area for the children.
A night not to be missed. Book online at www. thesecretgardengigs.com No door sales. Book early to reserve your ticket and avoid disappointment
A fantastic night of regional musicians performing live at the Nagambie Mechanics Hall. Doors will open at 6pm, show kicks off at 7pm.
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RENEWABLE ENERGY OPTIONS FOR AVENEL
Avenel residents last week (Wednesday 14 April) showed a keen interest in learning more about renewable energy options. More than forty people attended a presentation by Indigo Power’s Communications and Engagement officer Campbell Klose who explained the way Yackandandah and other areas have developed their options for becoming a renewable energy hub. The meeting organised by a subgroup of Avenel Active Inc, to be named Renewable Avenel Energy or RAE, gave the community time to question how other similar sized towns in the north-east have already become self-sufficient for their energy needs. According to organisers the RAE group has been
formedfromasharedbeliefthatthewayforwardforthe Avenel community is by utilising renewable energy. A group from RAE had already visited Yackandandah to discuss how this small regional town had, over the last three years, established an energy bank. The RAE group has already consulted with the three tiers of government and were very pleased that keen interest was shown from the Strathbogie Shire with the Mayor, Councillors and CEO in attendance. The immediate task of RAE is now to look at the Indigo Power model in more depth and
examine other models and ideas. Advice will be sort from consultants in the field so that the most appropriate way to proceed for the Avenel community will be identified. These discussions will be at no cost to the community. The RAE group will meet again on Tuesday 4 May at 10.30am in the Memorial Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend or to find out more information please contact Jim Billings on 0433 270 101.
NAGAMBIE SENIOR CITIZENS Our club has been very active lately, we held a day at Bunnings doing the Sausage sizzle, we appreciated all those who came along to help and those who did all the shopping and preparation. Special thanks to Chris Browne who did the co-ordination and set up of all the requirements, we even had our own Nagambie Senior Citz embroidered aprons, very official. Our wood raffle is selling well, tickets still available if you want to have a chance to win a trailer load of firewood, with second and third prizes of goodies for the garden. We also have a raffle going for special Mother’s Day hampers, let us know if you would like tickets for these as well. We have a Mother’s Day outing on the Goulburn Explorer on Monday 10th May, for a light lunch and cruise. Places filled fast for this outing, we are treating all the mum’s and sure it will be a very enjoyable trip for all. The wood raffle and the Mother’s Day Hamper raffle will be drawn on the cruise. Contact Merilyn on 0411713352 if you would like to get tickets. Our very popular Super 66 Competition has started again, tickets sell very fast, and we usually have a waiting list. Let us know if you would like to be in the next 10-week round commencing on 1st May. Plans are underway for our Christmas in July Luncheon on 12th July. The traditional Christmas Dinner will be served, all for only $25, get your names down at the clubrooms or let Merilyn know if you want to come. A CPR and defibrillator training class is being
organized, if interested put your name down and we will advise dates when numbers are known. It has been proposed that we may hold it on a Wednesday after the Bingo session, depending on response and availability of Ambulance Victora. The craft ladies have knitted heaps of beanies, berets and other styles of woolen winter hats, on display at the clubrooms. They are selling well, and we have already made around $400 from sales. Don’t miss out, super price of only $10, amazing value for pure wool, hand knitted items. Reminder about our regular activities, line dancing, tai chi, Get Moving exercises, carpet bowls, cards, craft session, movie days (every second Tuesday), special outings and events and lots more. Join as a member for only $5 and fill your days with fun and friendship. Contact Merilyn 0411713352 or Jill Branagan 0419567580 for further details.
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Next week will be Stableford on the Front 9.
NAGAMBIE WOMENS GOLF Ladies Golf Results Wednesday 14th April.
NAGAMBIE MEN’S GOLF The 3rd edition of theWaterBoy Cup was on offer at Nagambie an event with not quite the status and prestige of others but still very enjoyable and an exciting day for everyone competing, many thanks go to our days sponsor Lindsay Hall for his kind donation and commendable efforts that go into keeping the course green throughout the Summer. Stableford was the day's event with players competing in very still conditions that are not common at the Nagambie course, the winning golfer was Wayne Le Cerf compiling 38 points with some solid iron play and holding his nerve on the greens. Runner up also on 38 points but falling down in a count back was big time player Alan Anderson, rounding out the top 3 on 37 points was John Richards with some consistent ball striking and a very tidy short game. Nearest the pins went the 'birthday boy' guessing his age was lots of fun, Barry "Bageye' Cryer on the 8th, Peter Lawrence with a crisp iron on the 13th and 'the bridesmaid' Shane Mccormick on the 16th. Coming golf events at Nagambie Sunday 2nd May is the Men's 18 hole Open Tournament entries to David Love on 0419 672 442 or Barry Cryer on 0418 577 900. Next week's golf will be a stableford event with J. Ezard is RQ RI¿FH GXW\ DQG ' 3KHODQ LQ WKH EDU Anzac Day Sunday Anzac Day Sunday was observed at the Nagambie golf club with a small FHUHPRQ\ DQG UDLVLQJ RI WKH ÀDJ EHIRUH play commenced, 20 players took to the course for a stableford event in near perfect conditions with the scores across WKH ¿HOG UHÀHFWLQJ MXVW WKDW 7KH ZLQQLQJ golfer Lindsay Hall was a week late but made amends for his absenteeism with 41 points, Hall as usual bored his opposition into submission with his up the middle clinical no frills brand of play beating Jeremy Ezard on count back, Ezard's 41 points off a handicap of +1 equating to 66 shots taken. Third place was taken out by Ryan Ezard pushing the old man the entire way with a credible 39 points. The nearest the pins went to Peter Lawrence jagging the 8th, Michael Nolan coming up trumps on the 13th and Dave Fullager steering in a lovely strike to the 16th. Next week kicks off a huge month of golf at Nagambie with the Men's 18 hole Open Tournament being played assembly is 9.30am for a 10.00am shotgun start, entries can be forward to David Love on 0419 672 442 or Barry Cryer on 0418 577 900, a fortnight after the tournament will see the 2021 edition of the Finnigan Four ball being played. N/P on 13th was Shayne Kimball, and the 16th was Daniel Hall.
There were only 8 players for the day. It was a multiple event day with the chosen game being Stroke, then it was the First round of the Silver Spoon and a social club points event. The winner of A,B and C grade and the Silver Spoon was Maureen King with 73 Net. The nine hole winner was also Maureen with 36.5 Net. 18 hole balls went to Maureen 73, and Sue Verge 79 net. 9 hole balls went to Maureen 36.5 and Ronda Richards 37.5 net. N/P on the 3rd was Jo Goodacre and on the 16th Irene Keogh. Chicken Run Results Thursday 15th April. There was a very good turn up with 29 players competing in a game of Stableford. Joe Labas was the winner with 24 points and runner up was Terry Lowis with 21 points. Terry Lowis also took out the N/P on the 8th. Next week will be a game of Stroke on the back 9. Wednesday 21st April. 8 players played in the Doris Chambers Stableford Foursome. The winning team was Ronda Richards and Annette Mills with 27 pts. Ronda also managed N/P on the 8th The Chicken Run Results for Thursday 22nd April. The winner was Alan Labas with 48 and net 32 1/5. Runner up was Chris Roberts 50 net 34. N/P on the 13th was Paul Caravaca Lopez and on the 16th Dave Lovr.
AVENEL BOWLS CLUB To acknowledge Avenel Bowls Club Diamond Jubilee year, all members past and present are invited to attend a celebration to be held on Saturday 24 April at the Club. To kick off the day, the annual Bone of Contention bowls match will start at 2.30pm. Gather at 2pm to put your name down with the match committee. Past members and players will be most welcome to participate in this fun event. Following the game afternoon tea will be available and the bar will be open. From 6pm a casserole tea will be served which will be followed by the presentation of awards for winners and runners up in season 2020/21 club events. RSVP and queries can be directed to Kate Donovan (m) 0425 307 230.
Geoff Hateley and Howard Geldard KDYH ZRQ WKHLU ZD\ WKURXJK WR WKH ¿QDO of the 100 Up after some very close and competitive round matches. Good luck JX\V LQ WKH ¿QDO WR EH SOD\HG WKLV ZHHN Chicken Run last Sunday was won by Cricket, Fay and Howard. Thank you to the Stihl Shop Seymour for sponsoring the event this week. Happy Birthday to Grace for next Monday. Avenel Bowls Club held their Presentation night last Saturday. It was a gala day and evening to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee year, club champions and the close of the 2020/21 season. Invited guests and past members had the best seats in the house in full autumn sunshine to enjoy a hotly contested game of bowls, Ladies vs Men. The ladies came out strong and determined to lay their claim on the most sought after club prize – The Bone of Contention. Four rinks of triples were played, and with two winning rinks, one draw and one loss the ladies won the match 70 – 63 and bragging rights for the next 12 months. After too many years painted blue, the Bone will now be painted pink for the next twelve months. Just as the late afternoon sunshine disappeared, everyone moved inside and enjoyed a spectacular afternoon tea followed by an interesting and informative speech on the history of the club spanning the last 60 years delivered by club treasure Ruth King who has been a member for a big part of those 60 years. In Chairman Geoff Hateley’s speech, he gave thanks to the board and members that have generously and without question contributed in some form or another to the successful running of the club on and off the green this season. He them made the Presentations to club event winners and runners up. Season 2020/21 Club event results Noel Slater, Mens Single Champion. - Geoff Hateley, Runner Up - Grace Kenworthy, Ladies Club Champion - Pam Pedder , Runner Up - Brett and Josh McDonald, Mens Pairs champions - Spud Furletti and Jake Wall, Runners up - Ruth King and Graeme Toy, Mixed Pairs Champions - Pam Pedder and Noel Slater – Runners up - Geoff Hateley – Mixed 100 Up Champion Howard Geldard – Runner Up The evening meal of casseroles was then served and it was delicious and plentiful followed by a dessert buffet of spectacular sweets, which ironically (refer Bone of Contention) were all pink featuring strawberry and raspberry desserts and various berry crumbles and pies.
Avenel Bowls Club AGM is to be held on Sunday 16 May at the clubhouse. Lunch will be from noon followed by the AGM at 1pm. All positions on the board are open so get your nominations to the Secretary by 2 May for the people you want to run your club next season. Happy birthday wishes to Rob who celebrates another birthday today and to Graeme Toy for 9 May.
NAGAMBIE PETANQUE CLUB What a great completion we had on Sunday 11th April. We held a Mixed Doubles Tournament, and had 22 teams attend. It was a busy day, we had to keep to a timed agenda to ensure we completed DOO WKH JDPHV DQG ¿QDOV EHIRUH WKH VXQVHW Our club was represented in each of the WKUHH VHFWLRQV ¿QDOV ZH ZHUH YHU\ SURXG RI RXU ¿QDOLVWV DQG WKH FRQWULEXWLRQV RI the members who played, and those who helped set up before the day, ensuring the piste was in top condition. Also for the help packing up after the event. The winners of the Principale were Stephane Langlois and Muriel Langlois The winners of the Complementaire were Ruth Giddings and Glenn Bovell. Our team of Rachel Kleinig and John Stacey were Third, with our other club members, Abe Kaddis & Zee Fulton in Fourth position. The winners of the Sociale were our own Jenny Lewis and Martial Leconte (from St Kilda Club) All participants enjoyed the day, Nagambie has a great reputation for running a fun and sociable event, with many players returning each year to compete again. If you are interested in trying a game, you will be made very welcome at one of our practice times of Thursday and Sunday at 2pm. All equipment is supplied. Contact Jill Branagan on 0419567580
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