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Published Tuesdays and Fridays PRICE (inc. G.S.T.) $2 PP331336/0000 1 Tuesday, August 24, 2021 For the Shire of Buloke, and the districts of Birchip, Charlton, Donald, St. Arnaud, Watchem and Wycheproof Young People’s Plan Postponed At a time when many small communities are seeing a “brain drain” of young people leaving their rural areas it is heartening to see so many inspirational young people living and returning to Buloke to pursue their careers. This Saturday, August 28, our communities, as they are Real Choices the Birchip Neighbourhood the future leaders in our However, it is important House was planning an event towns and the ones who will that our communities can for all young people aged 18 keep our communities vi- offer young people real to 35, living and working in brant and prosperous”. choices to help them lead en- Buloke, to come together so- joyable and fulfilling lives, cially at the Birchip Commu- which includes good em- Contribution nity Leisure Centre to develop ployment options, opportuni- For young people from networks, build friendships ties for career advancement rural areas, accessing higher and professional develop- and good networks of family education or employment ment and leadership opportu- and friends. often means having to leave nities they would have if As we know, there are their families and home they were living in the city or challenges for young people larger regional centres. towns. Encouragingly for living in rural areas. Often our communities though, Source of Skills for young people, particu- many are choosing to return larly for those who are new Young people are an im- and when they do they bring portant and often unrealised to the area or not involved in with them a whole range of sport there are a lack of so- source of skills, energy, cre- new skills and experiences, ativity and vision in our rural cial opportunities or music, and often partners, who are arts and cultural events. communities and the mobil- also making a valuable con- isation of these young people “The Buloke Shire CASI tribution to the economy and Bounce Back Buloke project is essential for our communi- social fabric. ties to thrive. has provided funding to re- “We want to encourage And as a result of COVID dress this concern and con- young people from all over 19 restrictions, many young nect young people with other the Shire to connect with people have moved to rural young people who may be other young people and areas and found they can get living nearby and may share a similar interest or career. make Buloke more youth ahead much quicker because Although there will be no friendly for young profes- there is less competition for “Night Out in Buloke” this sionals,” said Simone Christie, promotions and the cost of living is much cheaper. Saturday, you can now get manager of the Birchip involved in the planning of a Neighbourhood House. Self-employment is also replacement event to build “People aged between 18- attainable for young people networks, both profession- 35 are generally working, living in regional communi- ally and socially. having families, engaging in ties, whether it’s on family If you are interested, or entrepreneurial activities and farms or a new enterprise have ideas, contact Simone contributing a significant and many young people in at the Birchip Neighbour- amount to the local econ- Buloke are managing very hood House on 0429 omy, so it is important we successful businesses and 922735, and become part of • Bridgette Hogan (left), Harriet Morgan and Demi Foott, highlighting youth entrepreneur- encourage this group of peo- paving the way for others to the planning to move ahead ship in Buloke, with their new ethical small business, “Mallee Waxees”, producing beeswax ple to be active members of follow. in a COVID 19 world. wraps in an environmentally sustainable way with materials sourced from local partners. Man of Football – and of Faith

Early this year, the “Buloke Times” observed that, well over a half-a- century ago, Mervyn Keane was having his first kick of the footy at the Narraport ground. Since then, his record in Incidentally, although Over this year’s Australia the Australian game would North-Central (his “home” Day “long weekend”, Merv. unquestionabley stack up league) was “zoned” to Rich- was guest speaker at both against the greatest of them mond at the time he moved Nullawil and Wycheproof. all. to the city, he inadvertently There he spoke on a wide va- Briefly, Merv. was a Rich- trained with Melbourne be- riety of subjects, including mond premiership player in fore joining the Tigers. his earliest days at Narraport, 1973, 1974, and 1980. He Later on, he was playing hsi illustrious AFL career, was named in the Richmond coach of Sturt, in the family tragedy, and life in Team of the Century, and SANFL, before becoming general. was inducted into the Tiger’s assistant to his old team- Hall of Fame in 2005. mate, Kevin Sheedy, at Es- • In today’s “Times” (and Whilst he was most sendon. republished with permission widely recognised for his In 2019, he became a life via the Catholic Archdiocese ability in defence, he had also member of the AFL, and of Melbourne), Mervyn re- made his presence felt when published a book, “Playing flects on another essential called to the forward line. with the Field”. phase of his life. • The rights of a landowner if the operator does not Renewable Energy Zones pay the annual fees. According to the Australian Energy Market • Payment if the infrastructure changes. Operator's map, the shire of Buloke is partially • Easements which have to apply. included within those areas (REZs) which most state TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2021 governments have created to carry incentives to • Any change of ownership. develop wind, solar, and other renewable projects. • The length of the agreement, and termination The Australian Energy Infrastructure Commission arrangements. High pressure sales tactics are employed by some says there are two types of developer : developers, since only about 5% of proposals are ever • Insurance and default provisions. • Ones that build, own and operate the project long- built. • The resolution process for any dispute. term. These will work hard to win the community over, One farmer from a community in a Renewable and cater well to its needs. At the beginning before the above issues are raised, Energy Zone in Victoria is quoted as saying: "They'll a landowner should do no more than sign an agreement just start up wherever they can crack a farmer who • Speculators who lock up landowners into agree- for the other party to access the land to assess suitabil- either doesn't live on the place, or is such a bad ments, some quite dubious. They are concerned mainly ity. farmer they're seduced by the extra income". to sell a permitted project to a longer-term developer. Even if the government approves a project, or com- The National Farmers Federation's chief economist The Commission suggests the issues which land- pulsorily acquires the land (e.g. for powerlines), a has said that there is serious competition because "who- owners need to discuss with developers, as follow: landowner or neighbours should not think it's pointless ever builds the biggest project closest to a transmission • Fees paid to the landowner at each stage from to challenge planning approval. Enough cases have line is the most viable". (A project proposed a couple development to decommissioning. occurred where legal challenges have succeeded. of kilometres down the road becomes less viable because the transmission lines only have a certain • The timing and the method of calculating fees and There will be further advice available, if prospec- amount of capacity). increases. tive landholders visit AEIC.gov.au. Regional Lockdown “to Keep Us Safe” From the office of Victorian Premier, Daniel Andrews. exposure sites, all childcare asking all eligible Victorians Due to the ongoing level of community transmission, the large number centres across Victoria will be to book theirs today – do not of mystery cases and a surge of new cases and exposures sites outside of closed except to children wait. metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria entered lockdown from 1 p.m. whose parents are authorised While the Commonwealth on Saturday, August 21. workers and cannot be super- have advised they will be vised at home. Vulnerable opening Pfizer eligibility to Additionally, further mea- across regional Victoria from safely reducing staff numbers children can still attend. A over 18s from August 30, we sures will be implemented to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August as they secure sites. permit system will apply, and strongly suggest that Victori- protect children across the en- 21, until 11.59 p.m. Thursday, further details will be ans who have already booked tire state, as the number of in- September 2. Masks and Drinking available soon. in for their Astra Zeneca vac- fections amongst kids con - Playgrounds, basketball Victoria’s public health cine, do not cancel that ap- hoops, skate parks and out- tinues to rise. Five Reasons team are also strongly recom- pointment. The best vaccine door exercise equipment will you can get is the one that you The number of infectious This means that in regional mending that primary school be closed. Masks will also not can get today. coronavirus cases out in the Victoria there will be only aged children, when they are community over the past few be able to be removed to drink not at home, also wear a mask If you have any questions five reasons to leave your alcoholic beverages. days, and the number of mys- home: to get the food and the as an extra precaution against or concerns you can talk to a tery cases emerging in dif- supplies you need, to exercise Exercise will be limited to this virus. GP, pharmacist or to a senior • Daniel Andrews ferent areas across Victoria, for up to two hours no more just one other person, plus de- Further, changes will be and experienced immuniser at are extremely concerning. It than 5km from your home, for pendants if they can’t be left made to metropolitan busi- our state-run sites. shows the incredible speed at at home. And more than ever, nesses operating in high-risk All Victorians are encour- the pandemic and a million care or caregiving, authorised things we’re looking forward which this Delta variant is work or education if you can’t it’s so important people do not industries – like abattoirs, aged where possible to book spreading. have visitors to the home. meat, poultry and seafood their vaccination appointment to doing again once we’re do it from home, or to get vac- through this outbreak – each With the number of posi- cinated at the nearest possible processing – with additional by visiting portal.cvms.vic. tive cases this high, and so Age Demographic obligations such as workforce gov.au or by phoning the of those is a reason to get vac- location. The age demographic of cinated.” many Victorians still to be Face masks will still be limits and mandatory surveil- Coronavirus hotline on 1800 vaccinated, we cannot afford this outbreak is very different lance testing to be imple- 675 398. Childcare mandatory outdoors and in- to what we’ve seen before, “We know having child- to let this virus run free – our doors (not at home) unless an mented. hospital system would be with around 80 per cent of our The Way Out care centres closed will be dif- exception applies – this in- active cases aged below 40 Decision overrun, our frontline staff Getting vaccinated is our “This is not where we ficult for parents who are cludes all workplaces, and and around 25 per cent under would be placed under huge way out of this pandemic. wanted to be as a commu- already juggling so much but secondary schools. the age of nine. The cases cur- pressure and, quite simply, That’s why the Victorian nity,” said Mr Andrews. with so many young children To give industry time to rently in hospital include people will die. Government is aiming to ad- “It’s not a decision we in this outbreak contracting adjust, workforce permits will people in their 20s, 30s, 40s, We need to slow the spread minister 1 million doses in wanted to make after Victori- the virus, we need to do more be required to leave the house 50s and 60s – showing just of the virus and get in front of five weeks – so far, we’ve de- ans have sacrificed so much, to protect them and their fam- for authorised work from how serious this virus can be this outbreak. That is why livered more than 168,000 but we have no other option. ilies,” said Minister for 11.59 p.m. on Monday, Au- for young people as well. Health, Martin Foley. Victoria’s Chief Health Offi- gust 23. Workforce limits ap- doses in 5 days. Cases need to be lower and cer has declared that all plied to the construction Because of high rate of There are more than vaccination rates need to be For more information call metro-politan Melbourne re- industry from 1 p.m. on Sat- transmission in young people 390,000 COVID-19 vaccine higher. the coronavirus hotline on strictions – except for the cur- urday; however, we will be and the number of childcare appointments available over “There’s a million things 1800 675 398 or visit coron- few – were implemented engaging with industry about centres now designated as the next four weeks and we’re that we miss about life before avirus.vic.gov.au. Council Announces Key Appointment

Travis Fitzgibbon has been appointed as Buloke Shire Council’s new August 2015P. Previously he Annual Reports, and has been Director Community Development. had acted for a short period in the key driver behind the Director Community De- Buloke’s presence, continu- Travis is an experienced with Buloke communities at important role,” said Coun- velopment role, and was ac- ally being seen as one of the and passionate member of the centre. cil’s CEO, Anthony Judd. tively involved in developing leaders in the sector. He has Council’s senior leadership “He has a deep under- the new Council Plan and lived and breathed the stories team, with a track record of “I’m thrilled to welcome standing and passion for the Long-Term Community Vi- of Buloke for the past six delivering successful outcomes Travis to this incredibly Buloke Shire communities sion. years, experience he will and brings a wealth of know- bring through to the Commu- ledge and well-refined skills He has most recently nity Development role as ad- around community engage- served as Council’s Manager vocacy con tinues towards ment, customer service and Customer Engagement, where Buloke’s long-term vision. he was responsible for Coun- capacity building and he is an “I couldn’t be more hon- cil’s Customer Service, Media excellent communicator.” oured to be appointed to the and Communications, and role of Director Community With a deep understanding Community Engagement ser- Development,” said Travis. of the Buloke communities, a vices, along with leading the future-focussed outlook and highly successful Working for “I’m excited by the oppor- genuine care for getting the Victoria program. tunities. Buloke is an amazing best for Buloke, Travis has a community, made up of towns dynamic leadership approach Travis developed key with strong identities and big which is the true essence of Council documents under this plans and I can’t wait to con- “Building a Better Buloke”. role, including the Customer tinue the great work our Com- He comes into this role Service Charter, Community munity Development having joined the Council in Engagement Policies and the department has undertaken.” • Travis Fitzgibbon PAGE 2 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021. SALT Sessions As we found out last year, you can take the sport out of the sporting club, but there is still something very special that exists, including strong relationships, connections, community spirit and shared values. Sporting clubs are at the mobile phones. Trophy, Victorian Fury in the hub of our communities, and The confidential answers to Australian Netball League and they provide a perfect plat- the quiz questions show how for Adelaide Thunderbirds in form to bring about cultural people in the group are feeling Suncorp Super Netball. change. And while this is a and what they are really think- The presentations high- big responsibility for sporting ing and the results are used in- lighted examples, quotes and clubs and the volunteers stantaneously by the case studies from successful within these clubs to be bur- presenters to lead the subse- sporting clubs, sports stars and dened with, especially in the quent discussion. coaches from around the uncharted times sporting clubs world and the values their have been facing, the Birchip- Football clubs and players demonstrate Watchem football, netball and Scott Angove, delivered the through “words and actions” hockey clubs have been in- footballers session at the that they contribute to their credibly willing to do all they Birchip Community Leisure victories. can to help promote a more re- Centre following training and spectful, supportive and safe dinner catered for by O’Don- Values culture within their clubs to nells Café. The players were Through the live quiz app, benefit everyone in the wider encouraged by Scott to have players at both sessions Birchip community. genuine conversations about elected the five core values On Tuesday night, August their reasons for playing foot- they considered most impor- 17, senior footballers, net- ball, why they like being tant to them, and in both ses- ballers and hockey players at- around the football club and sions the players’ results tended respective male and the core values they believe indicated that “respect” was female SALT (Sport and Life are essential to success, on and the core value most important Training) sessions focused on off the sporting field. to them. Core Values and Leadership. SALT is a not-for-profit Netball Other values the players • SALT presenter Fiona Themann with up-and-coming netball enthusiasts Ella Walsh and mental health and wellbeing The netball dominant audi- considered integral to good Jenna Angel. organisation that delivers pro- ence at the female session at people and a successful club grams to sporting clubs, work- O’Donnells Café enjoyed the included positivity, generosity, places and schools to help session with elite netballer encouragement, courage, ac- build mentally resilient people Fiona Themann. Fiona cur- countability and selflessness. with healthy values, to provide rently plays netball for Light- positive influences on their ning in the Victorian Netball At the conclusion of the teams, workmates, classmates League and with the Hepburn evening, it was evident that the and their broader community. Burras F.N.C. in the Central players understood the critical Highlands District and her im- role they play in setting the Challenge pressive resume includes rep- standards, being leaders and The SALT model chal- resenting Scotland at the 2014 creating a positive culture and lenges participants to provide and 2018 Commonwealth the part they can all play in de- the presenters with real time Games and the 2015 Netball veloping the club’s core values feedback by answering ques- World Cup. Fiona has also and making everyone account- tions on an app downloaded at played for Melbourne Phoenix able to them. the start of the night on their in the Commonwealth Bank Positive Effects There is no doubt that the culture and environment created “Black Widow” in our sporting clubs can have a positive flow on effect in the community, and the values — a Marvel and commitment the players and coaches demonstrated in Experience these sessions on Tuesday night confirmed that Birchip- Based on the super-hero Marvel character of Watchem is invested in contin- the same name, “Black Widow” (M 134 minutes) uous improvement in its sporting clubs. is an action-packed spy thriller starring Scarlett Johansson in this weekend’s Rex movie screening. The sessions were organ- A sequel to the “Captain Combining impressive ised by the Birchip Neigh- America: Civil War”, Johans- martial arts sequences with bourhood House, with funding son plays the character, fierce aerial battles, the movie for the footballer’s session Natasha Romanoff (aka Black delivers fast-paced thrills, provide by the Australian Widow) as she confronts the along with comic relief mixed Government Alcohol and darker parts of her ledger in with the breathless and al- Drug Foundation’s LDAT pro- when a dangerous conspiracy most flawless fight choreog- gram, and funding from the with ties to her past arises. raphy. Victorian’s Change our Game Community Activation Grants • SALT presenter Fiona Themann with Kristy Knights (left, Birchip-Watchem Hockey Club Pursued by a force that will A strong vehicle for actors President) and Kylie Walsh (right, Birchip-Watchem Netball Club President) stop at nothing to bring her Florence Pugh, Rachel Weisz for the female session. down, Natasha must deal with and David Habour, who pro- her history as a spy and the vide support for Johansson, broken relationships left in this trio adds to the theme of her wake, long before she be- family dynamics across the came an Avenger. story. One of Marvel’s most A “must-see” movie for popular characters, “Black fans of the Marvel franchise, Widow” uses plenty of es- “Black Widow” offers an en- pionage themes reminiscent tertainment escape from the of the Bourne stories, “Mis- everyday world! sion Impossible”, and partic- “Black Widow” screens: ularly the James Bond Saturday, August 28, 8 p.m., intrigues, while building Sunday, August 29, 2 p.m., something fresh and original Tuesday, August 31, 8 p.m.. in its own right.

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DEATH IN MEMORIAM BOWLEY (Blyth).– CONNELLY.– PUBLIC NOTICE Joy, Anne Leonie Monica Due to ill health, of Donald, formerly of 26/8/1980 Ron and I will no longer Wellington NZ, passed Loved and remembered be able to operate our away after a long illness fencing business. always. on August 18, 2021. –Fiona and family We would like to thank Dearly loved partner of ––––––––––––––––––––––– all our customers for David James. Much loved their business over the mother of Michelle, Cherie BIRCHIP years, it has been & Rachel and stepmother TENNIS CLUB greatly appreciated. of Edmund James. Trea- A.G.M. –Ron & Christine sured Nan of Daemon, Weaver Salem; Jesse, Natasha; TUES., SEPTEMBER 7 Danielle, Dean & Natasha 7.30 p.m. and Great Nan of Sebas- AT THE CLUB ROOMS tian, Malachi & Joyful. –––––––––––––––––––––––– • Do you have special No more pain. needs? or Forever in our hearts. DONALD FIELD & GAME • Don’t participate A private funeral in sports? will be held. A.G.M. • Would you like to join To leave tributes please SATURDAY, SEPT. 4 a social group offering go to lifelived.com.au electronic and other 6 p.m. games? KELL FUNERALS AT THE CLUB ST. ARNAUD 5495 1043 ROOMS Then this might NFDA EST. 1860 Subject to COVID just be for you! ––––––––––––––––––––– restrictions ––––––––––––––––––––––– Buloke DONALD LAWN Bright Sparks TENNIS CLUB INC. Notice of 2021-22 Opening DEATH A.G.M. Tues., August 31 BOWLEY.– Joy, Anne 4-5 p.m. Members of the Lions TUES., AUGUST 24 @ the Drop-in Centre Club of Donald are greatly BULOKE TAVERN SENIOR CITIZENS’ saddened by the death of 7.30 p.m. ROOMS, WYCHEPROOF Lions Lady Joy. Deepest 2020-21 financial (next to Shire offices) sympathy to Lion David members and James on the death of his committee welcome. Carer/parents dearly-loved partner. Stuart Potter – Sec. welcome Funded by FRRR & supported DEATH by Buloke Shire & EWHS BOWLEY.– Joy, Anne For more information ph. Our thoughts are with Enjoyment & 5493 5275 or 0428 935 275 David and family on the Employment — passing of Joy. She was a Have Both, gentle soul and the kindest Printed and published for the of neighbours. Shop in Your proprietors by Robin Letts, at –Candece, Finn, Geordie, Own Town! the office of “The Buloke Toby and Piper. x Times”, 6 McCulloch Street, Donald.

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• August 24, Anthony Spencer • Aug. 26, Hilda Fraser (100) • Aug. 26, Koby Westerland Notice of an Application Notice of an Application • Aug. 29, Jan Adcock (70) for a Planning Permit for a Planning Permit • Aug. 29, Kath Campbell • Aug. 29, Chelsea Leeder The land affected by the application is located at 2 Campbell The land affected by the application is located at 70 H Vogels Street, Birchip. Road, Watchem West. The application is for a permit for the use and development The application is for a permit for a two-lot subdivision of of land for a service station (diesel fuel cell). land (dwelling excision). The application reference number is PPA928/21. The application reference number is PPA938/21. You may look at the application and any documents that You may look at the application and any documents that support the application on the Buloke Shire Council website support the application on the Buloke Shire Council website or by making contact with the office of the Responsible or by making contact with the office of the Responsible Authority, Buloke Shire Office, Wycheproof. Authority, Buloke Shire Office, Wycheproof. This can be done during office hours and is free of charge. This can be done during office hours and is free of charge. Any person who may be affected by the granting of the Any person who may be affected by the granting of the If you know someone celebrating a special anniversary, let us know at permit may object or make other submissions to the permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority. Responsible Authority. Donald Newsagency & Emporium An objection must be sent to the Responsible Authority in An objection must be sent to the Responsible Authority in For all your Greeting Cards, Wraps, Ribbons and Stationery needs. writing, include the objectors’ name and contact details, writing, include the objectors’ name and contact details, 37 Woods Street, Donald. ’Phone 54971510. include reasons for the objection, and state how the objector include reasons for the objection, and state how the objector would be affected. An objection form is available on the Planning would be affected. An objection form is available on the Planning and Building page of the Buloke Shire Council website. and Building page of the Buloke Shire Council website. DONALD’S FAMILY The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before 7 September 2021. before 7 September 2021. BUTCHER BUY BULK If you object the Responsible Authority will tell you its If you object the Responsible Authority will tell you its decision. decision. AND SAVE Specials

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. . . Then You Call in the Cranes The frame of a substantial building has been a large GWM water supply pipe, and is well fenced with large project possibilities that require large power and water supply erected at 36 Tower Road, Donald. concrete entrance culverts. on an industrial zoned site. All options will be considered. This venture is attractive to many farmers developing off- The shed measures 26m x 40m x 6m high at the eaves, and The original proposal was for a malt barley processing plant to service the smaller craft breweries. farm activities, and Donald 2000 congratulates those involved is a project developed by Adam and Kath Campbell, of in the venture on the Donald Industrial Estate. Donald 2000 is “Springlake”, working with local tradesmen and shed builder, This project had the added benefit of waste water being working with GWM to develop an alternative power supply on Tony Fagan. available for use on the Donald Sports Precinct. While working the land in the old town water supply dams. The land was previously occupied by an oil seed processing with the malt barley processing group, nothing is yet to be Doubtless, there will be many driving past the Industrial plant and has a strong concrete base, electrical power transformer, formally committed, so the shed could be available for other Estate to watch the progress of this venture with interest. Oddd Times “Supernova” at the Rex $5 Friday Challenges Keen Eye for The Charlton Neighbourhood House, sup- Last Friday’s $5 Friday a Bargain ported by the Buloke Wellbeing and Equity Net- sale day in Donald was not You have to acknowledge work and the Buloke Cluster of Neighbourhood without its challenges, as ex- the crafty work of the local Houses, is pleased to be presenting as part of the perienced by two of those par- bird population (feathered Movies that Matter series, “Supernova”. ticipating in the otherwise variety). successful event. With Friday’s sale in full Starring Colin Firth and issues. Wear a splash of pur- Stanley Tucci, this important ple on the day to show your Graeme “Pickles” Harris is swing, Mon and Graeme movie looks at the issue of support, or purchase some well known for his en- Euvrard set up a sales point sexual orientation and gender merchandise that will be trepreneurial skills, as high- for their free range eggs, in identity, and will, it’s hoped, available at the cinema. lighted in his sale day front of the local Court House encourage awareness and Doors open at 6:30 p.m. on advertisement, featuring Mens- Museum. conversations within our Friday, August 27, movie land’s “One Left Sneaker, When a “Times” represen- communities. starts at 7 o’clock. Tickets only Boot and Shoe Sale”. tative called by mid-morning, while checking out the various The movie will be screen- $5, and can be purchased on- The advertisment was a bargains on offer along ing at Charlton’s Rex Cinema line at Humanitix.com. Search success, attracting considerable Woods Street, Mon was on Friday, August 27, which “Wear it Purple” in the events interest from a steady stream warned to keep a close eye on is also Wear it Purple Day; an area. Numbers are limited of customers. the crow spotted in a nearby annual Australian based LGB- within COVID restrictions, so tree, peering down at the car- TIQA+ not-for-profit organi- book your tickets now. But imagine the suprise on tons of eggs on top of the dis- sation that supports young Enquiries Charlton Neigh- one customer’s face when, play table. people struggling with identity bourhood House, 0473 759 456. after making a purchase from Sure enough, towards sales assistant Courtney and lunch time, while Mon was returning home to check out other her new shoes, she found not wise occupied, the sneaky Trash to Treasure Crow alighted on the table, one but two left footed shoes One person’s Trash is another’s Treasure! in the box. quietly and quickly picked up an appealing egg in its beak Turn your Trash into Cash by advertising it for sale The question has been from an open carton, and was in the “Times” classified pages. asked: Was “Pickles” stocking last seen flying away to enjoy Phone the Donald office (5497 1222), up for the next sale day event, its ill gotten gain for lunch. or Birchip (5492 2735); when he could promote the Graeme is reportedly still Fax direct (5497 1407); or “right” version of the popular searching for the culprit, de- email [email protected] sale day item? manding that it pays up. PAGE 6 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021. A Dedicated Veteran Buloke Equestrian There is a story going around of a dedicated veteran cricketer who will do anything (and pay anything) for a game. Club August Rally It appears that as soon as On a beautiful day, Bun- The Buloke Equestrian Club enjoyed its August rally at their club grounds in Donald on August 15. the June lockdown in Victoria daberg was to bat first. The This is the first rally the horse and rider must demon- backing your horse up to The club was also very was lifted, the car was loaded opposition was very strong club has been able to hold in strate to the judge and each place the cup on another pole, lucky to have its own gate and left for Queensland, arriv- and Sunshine Coast was chas- a few months, due to Covid obstacle is scored out of 10. weaving around 3 barrels in a constructed by Eddington En- ing two days later on the Sun- ing 270 after bowling its 45 lockdowns preventing mem- Some involve walking over clover pattern, just to name a gineering in the club colours, shine Coast. overs. Our man had opened bers travelling and catching a bridge, opening and shutting few. with the club’s logo on it. Now, having been there the bowling and his figures up with one another. a gate (while remaining on A rider in level 5 and 4 can before, he knew that the Sun- were 0/36 (right on the aver- The club was lucky to have your horse and not letting go do this at a walk or trot, Buloke Equestrian Club shine Coast Veterans trained age of 6 per over). instructor Kimberly Howard of the gate), side passing over whereas higher levels must ne- meets on the third Sunday of on Tuesday morning at Ma- Now chasing such a large from Bendigo come and teach a pole on the ground which is gotiate this at a canter, which the month, and welcomes new roochydore, so off he went to score, Sunshine Coast was a new discipline in HRCAV, slightly elevated, walking up proved to be quite difficult. members. Check out the training. never in the race. When called Three Phase Equitation to an upright pole with a cup The day was enjoyed by Facebook page for more The Queensland Veteran finally getting his chance and or 3PE. Kim is a 3PE, dres- on it, picking up the cup then all, in perfect weather. details. competition plays 7 games in batting at number 10, with a sage and showing judge, and its season, so our dedicated required run rate of nearing was very knowledgable on the veteran worked out that he 50, a quick-fire second ball new event, and spoke in detail should be available for 5 of duck did not improve the on the ways in which to ride these games. The decision situa tion. and approach each obstacle. was made to register with the Needless to say, Sunshine When 3PE is held as an Sunshine Coast Veterans, and Coast lost by nearly 100 runs. event, it consists of riders rid- therefore also with Queens- ing a dressage test at their as- land Veterans, with the aim of To make things even worse, when checking through the sessed level, and then riding playing a few games. an obstacle course twice, once When you register with the scorebook after the game (maybe to see that they had showing elegance, smooth- club, you are required to get ness in transitions (for the Sunshine Coast Veterans got his innings right), he found that they had given his “blin- example, walk to trot, trot to playing kit, consisting of canter), even flow of paces monogrammed pants, maroon der” (his word) of a catch, to another player. over and around the obstacles, club top and club cap – at a and so on, and the second So, his Sunshine Coast considerable cost. round solely on speed. season was now over, 6 overs Now, all set up for playing, The obstacle course consists without a wicket and a second COVID struck and Queen An- of a number of elements the nastasia shut down all sport. ball duck and no credit for his This, combined with one wet catch. A rather expensive start weekend, our dedicated vet- to his Queensland cricket ca- • Take care on the roads eran was only able to play one reer. — no one is safe from game. The big day finally ar- Costs for registration, careless drivers. rived, and the team he was clothing, dog care, motel ac- selected in was to play an commodation, fuel, food and away game at Bundaberg – drinks, totalled in excess of So, if you see someone at 240 km to the north. $1,000. With only one game training back home in the After putting the dog in a played, his Queensland bat- future, wearing a maroon top boutique Doggie Motel ($50 per ting career has commenced at or a maroon and yellow cap, night), off he set for 2 nights a cost of over $500 per ball he is just trying to get some in Bundaberg, and his debut faced. Oh well, there is al- benefit from his questionable game for Sunshine Coast. ways next year. Queensland playing season. • Kate Finger riding Stella approaching a flag.

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“The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 — PAGE 7 The Year We Won the Birchip Sports

(By Anne Walsh) One of my cousins asked me last year why I wrote about my mother’s sporting days, and not my own. The reason is simple. I photo of every group who When all had done that once, played sport for many years, stood on the dais, and a glossy the centre girl caught the ball and I had a lot of enjoyment, Pictorial Souvenir was pub- and charged for the finish line. but minimal success. Then I lished by Hedges and Bell Pty Sister Lawrence had noted that remembered that one day, Ltd., Maryborough. our failure in previous years when I was 9 years old I did My parents bought a copy was that whilst running for- have a moment of glory. Now of this and I still have it. This ward to catch the ball in the read on. did not continue, unfortu- next gap and get it back nately but the “Donald Times” quickly, we were not facing Sixty years ago, a Catholic printed the programmes from the centre and our return Priest, by name of Father then on. throws went pretty wild. Jongebloed and some enthusi- Some girls just got there in astic parents got together and Competitive Spirit time to slap the ball back with instigated the Ballarat Diocese The following year, 1962, no control. — Northern Catholic Schools the Mercy Nuns came to I can still hear her saying Picnic Sports Association. Donald, and they brought a “Don’t bat it!”. The team * fierce competitive spirit with which didn’t drop the ball at The committee was G. them and Donald joined the all, always won. We always Gould, J. Foott, M. O’Keeffe, Association. dropped the ball at least once. K.D. Ward, R. Giles, G. Ral- Sister Lawrence decided that ston, J. Fithall. J. Howley and The competitions were age if we skipped sideways around J. Fitzpatrick. (This was an- group sprints, junior shuttle the circle we’d always be facing other era when only initials relay and Senior Circular re- the centre and our throws were used, but I think that I lays, potato Races and india would be accurate. We prac- should point out that the J. Club races (later changed to tised it relentlessly, and it ac- Foott was not our present John bottle races). The boys com- tually worked. We didn’t drop Foott and nor was J. Howley peted in high jump, broad the ball. We were pretty ex- our current John Howley. I do jump and hurdles. In those cited. believe, however, that R. Giles days girls wearing shorts or was Donald’s Dick Giles, as trousers of any kind was un- Goal Throwing he was teaching at Kerang that heard of, so the girls couldn’t My other claim to fame year, and Kerang was one of compete in these three sports. was goal throwing. Again Sis- the schools competing. The Instead the girls competed in ter Lawrence coached me in other schools were Birchip, goal throwing and javelin. this. Each competitor had 3 • Sisters Anne and Joan Walsh, some days after the 1964 sports with their ribbons. Charlton, Hopetoun, Ouyen, shots at 5 feet from the basket- Sea Lake, St. Arnaud, War- Towards the end of the day ball post, and them 3 shots at racknabeal and Wycheproof. there were team ball games. 10 feet from the post. She In 1963 or 1964, Kerang The girls did Cross Chase and taught me to hold the basket- dropped out and was replaced Circle Gap and the boys did ball on the tips of my fingers by Manangatang.) tunnel Ball. The grand final like it was a Globe of the was the circular relays. When World (that’s how everybody First Year all of the competition was over did it in those days). I had to Donald didn’t compete in and shields awarded, Bishop sight the ring in the gap be- the inaugural year of 1961, as O’Collins would make a tween my thumb and index the school was staffed by the speech and give all of the finger. Our Lady Of The Mission Sis- children a holiday the next As I released the ball, I had ters, and they were winding day. to recite a prayer. You might down and preparing to leave think that God had more to Donald, due to lack of teach- Moderate Success worry about than a ten-year- ing staff. My parents took us Donald had moderate suc- old girl throwing goals in a along to Birchip to watch, cess in the first two years, but Wimmera school yard, and however, as our St. Arnaud then in 1964 something you would be right, but His cousins were competing. My shifted. Perhaps it was that mother had time and that was strong memory of this day was triple Football Premiership in who the prayer was to. watching Annette Burge from 1963 that started it. Also, our Sister had me so finely St. Arnaud throw the javelin. I nuns wanted to show that we tuned that I couldn’t miss, and thought that she was mar- were as good as the surround- I also knew that I couldn’t velous and looked forward to ing towns. We took time out of miss. Each day just before one day having a try at that school to practise. The huge morning play she would leave myself. I also recall seeing march where the teams all pa- her Grade 3 and 4 room, come Leon Tsoi, from Warrackn- raded around the oval behind into the grade 5 and 6 room, abeal, running, and he was un- their banners became a com- and tell Sister Christina to • Anne Walsh, 1964 junior goal throwing champion. believably fast. petition, and the nuns orga- send me out to practise my nized some serious military goals. Howley was invited up to the back to the drawing board for people to come at times and Brother Leo The sports were a week be- school to do some coaching.) circle gap. drill us. We did many a lap My oldest brother, Leo, had fore Easter time and the Uncle Bernie his new camera (which he had biggest hurdle to be dealt with around St Mary’s School I was there one day when Juniors: Anne Motti, Shane The whole program finished ground to the tune of “Blaze won by collecting soft drink Burke, Joanne Ditchburn, with the senior circular relays, was that if every child and par- the milkman turned up. It was bottle tops. It was a year of ent had to attend Mass first in Away” (I found out the name my Uncle Bernie Walsh, and Mark Melican, Maree Jess, which were very exciting. of that tune many years later victories!) and he lined me up Gerard Darcy, Jan Thomason, Then came the speeches and their home town, a great deal he began to tease me and say next to our St. Mary’s banner of time would be wasted at the when I played in a brass he didn’t think that I could do Michael Dixon, Gabrielle the winners were announced. band). and took my photo. Coloured Burchell, Peter Sarteschi, Wycheproof won the aggre- beginning of the day. The so- it. Next minute Sister Lawrence film was regarded as extrava- lution was an open air Mass, was on the veranda and she Livia Motti, Laurence Young, gate, Warracknabeal won the gant so it is in black and white, Louise Warner, Colin Bren- Senior Shield and Donald which would be celebrated by Circle Gap challenged him to stay and unfortunately. J.P. O’Collins, the Bishop of In 1964, Gabrielle Burchell watch. I got 6 out of 6. Bernie nan, Won the Junior Shield. No Soon after, Mum bought a one kept score, so I think that Ballarat. was our girls’ age group cham- left very impressed and Sister coloured film and photo - Seniors: Carmel Burchell, pion, so I didn’t get to run in a Lawrence was pretty happy. we were taken unawares. We graphed Joan and me in our Ian Warner, Joy Kelly, Maria had grown so used to not win- Central Point flat race but participated in the She had put me under pressure uniforms with our winning felt Thomason, Lawrence Bren- Birchip was the chosen circle gap. Circle gap con- and I held up. It was a very ning. ribbons. Joan can’t remember nan, Leo Walsh. central point, and the Birchip sisted of having one girl in the clever move. what she won it for, but it had I have the booklet but no The Bishop came on and parents worked hard for many centre with 6 or 7 girls spaced to be a relay or a potato race. years hosting the sports and evenly around her in a circle, Sunday April 12, 1964, results written in, but I would made his speech and gave us setting up for the Mass, which each at about 2 yards distance dawned and the whole family Next came the flat races, 80 imagine that we won the all a holiday the next day. That was celebrated on the Oval from the centre. The centre headed off to Birchip. The yards for juniors and 100 junior relays with our running just finished the day off per- where all of the sports were girl had to keep one foot junior girls goal throwing was yards for seniors. We had real talent, and then it was time for fectly. also held and the crowds were planted and throw the basket- event 6 and I went out and fol- running talent in the junior the ball games and our circle huge. ball. The other girls all had a lowed my ritual and got 6 out section that year. The follow- gap. Sister Lawrence’s theory There’s always a sequel. turn at running around the cir- of 6, winning the event. I was ing were our runners and I worked. We didn’t drop the The following year, 1965, I This inaugural year of cle catching the ball between Donald’s first winning event think that virtually all of them ball but skipping sideways was the defending champion 1961, a photographer, J.B. each pair of other girls and to be announced and we were won their race. (This may was a lot slower than running in the junior goal throwing and Loutitt from Sea Lake, took a throwing it back to the centre. off. have been the year that Des and we were unplaced. It was was unplaced. PAGE 8 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Reinstating Face-to-Face Activities Amidst an ever-changing landscape of restrictions, the Birchip Neigh- bourhood House is doing its best to reinstate face to face activities to bring the community back together to learn new hobbies, improve well being and gain essential skills required in the workforce. Talksmart Training Heather will be running Birchip Neighbourhood House, Dawn Ferrier, from Talks- classes at the Birchip Neigh- if there is interest. Her ses- mart Training, has been able to borhood House for children sions range from Counselling adapt her delivery of First Aid and adults, and for anyone and Psychotherapy for a di- training during the restrictions who would like to learn more verse range of mental health introduced to stop the spread about Diamon, Art Heather is conditions (including anxiety of COVID 19, but it was nice offering free demonstration and depression), to Group to have Dawn back at the sessions at the Shamrock. Therapy for Pain Management Birchip Neighbourhood House, Heather can be contacted on and Anxiety Management, to upskilling volunteers, students 0435779522 or by email at Life and Health Coaching, as- and employees in Provide [email protected]. sisting people with personal First Aid, Provide CPR and A Life Simply Lived development, decision- Provide an emergency first aid Another new presenter to making, problem-solving, and • Melisa Sincock, from A Life Simply Lived Psychology. response in an education and the Birchip Neighbourhood coaching, and to help them care setting. House last week was Melisa live the rich, vibrant, meaning- Sincock, from A Life Simply ful lives they deserve. Diamond Art Lived Psychology. Range of Activities Exam Plans for Heather Askham has re- Melisa is based in Boort, Neighbourhood Houses cently relocated to Birchip and and has extensive experience offer residents of all ages a di- has opened “Diamond Art on in counselling and facilitating verse range of activities and Duncan’’. Diamond art is a group sessions. Seven partici- events to connect and engage Class of 2021 pants in Birchip attended in their local community. combination of cross-stitch The Victorian Government is setting a pathway to ensure Year 12 and paint-by-numbers. Melisa’s “Improving your If you would like to find sleep” group session, and they out more about what is hap- students can approach their final months of school with confidence, scheduling Participants use an applica- all went home with some pening at the Birchip Neigh- new exam and assessment dates ahead of the year’s final exam periods. tor to apply hundreds of strategies on how they could bourhood House, or have As we confront the imme- Derived Examination Score be their best possible selves by skills and talents you would Resilience sparkling resin rhinestones, diate challenge of the current will be calculated if a resched- “Right throughout this getting their optimum in- like to share, call in at the one-by-one, on an adhesive Delta outbreak, Victorians uled assessment is not pos- pandemic, students have re- dividual sleep. Shamrock at 77 Cumming color-coded canvas painting know how important it is to sible. sponded with resilience and Melisa is available to run a Avenue, Birchip, or email and the end result is a vivid, follow the stay-at-home or- In light of the continued positivity in the most difficult range of sessions for the [email protected]. shimmering work of art. ders, get tested and get vacci- disruption to the 2021 school circumstances – and now nated, to run this virus to year, the Consideration of Ed- we’re giving them the confi- ground. At the same time, it’s ucational Disadvantage will dence they need to get vital to outline a plan to give apply to each and every through their final exams and senior secondary students the student completing one or enjoy the end of their school- clarity they need as they pre- more VCE or scored VCE ing,” said Minister for Educa- pare for their final assess- VET Unit 3-4 subject in 2021 tion, James Merlino. ments. – giving students certainty “We know so many kids Subject to ongoing public that the only thing counting have been impacted by the health advice and epidemio- towards their score is their ef- pandemic this year, and our logical conditions, the 2021 fort and hard work. Consideration of Educational General Achievement Test Individual Impact Disadvantage process will (GAT) will be held for all Consistent with the ap- make sure every student is as- Year 12 students across Vic- proach in 2020, the process sessed individually on their toria on Thursday, September will consider the individual effort – not the disruptions.” 9, with extra COVIDSafe impact of coronavirus on each “All of these dates are sub- conditions in place to keep student including school clo- ject to the health advice at the students and school staff safe. sures, students’ health impact, time – which is why it’s so While students in metro- remote learning and mental vital that every Victorian does politan Melbourne continue health challenges – and will the right thing. Stay at home, remote learning, school-based use data like the GAT, other get tested, and get vaccinated assessments that cannot be assessment and school com- if you can, so our students can conducted remotely – for parisons to calculate final finish the year strongly.” example, performance or VCE results. practical assessments – may be completed in person at schools from August 30, in groups of no more than 10 students at a time. VCE written and perfor- mance exam dates will remain • Chloe Gleeson (left), tutor Dawn Ferrier, and Phoebe Paley. as originally set – with perfor- mance and oral exams scheduled to begin on Mon- bring you day, October 4, and written exams to run until Friday, November 17, subject to fur- ther public health advice. These timetables will allow results and the ATAR to be released on Thursday, De- cember 16. Health Precautions All examinations, onsite school-based assessments and the GAT will be conducted with extra health precautions in place – like the use of face masks, enhanced cleaning of exam spaces and smaller than usual group sizes to allow students to be physically dis- tanced. Students who are unwell at the time of an assessment will be required to get tested and • Heather Askham demonstrating Diamond Art. return home to isolate, and a “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 — PAGE 9 Simple Garden Remedies That Work It wasn’t that long ago that when someone fell ill the only source of help was from the medicinal herb garden. Our great grandparents were spearmint. These herbs are by thoroughly cleaned before ap- petals. In a double saucepan, familiar with the benefits of no means the only ones you plying the aloe vera gel. melt five grams of beeswax and various plants and how they should grow, but some or all of The calendula is by far one 10 grams of anhydrous lanolin, could be used to treat different them will give you an excellent of the finest remedies for wool fat, over a medium heat sect bite will help to remove the ailments, but sadly, much of start. scratches, grazes, cuts and all until completely liquid, then irritation. Peppermint, when this lore has been lost. Yet An aloe vera, for instance, open wounds and is easily add 70 millilitres of the warm made into a tea, and drunk with many of the modern drugs we can be used to treat burns, made into a healing ointment. herbal oil, plus five millilitres a slice of lemon and honey is use today were derived from scalds, sunburn and minor cuts, The oil is a natural antiseptic, of wheat germ oil, 20 millilitres excellent for nagging those medicinal herb gardens of because it rapidly penetrates and immediately it is applied of distilled water, and 20 millil- headaches. Equal parts of pep- yesteryear. the skin, carrying nutrients the healing process com- itres of aloe vera juice. Stir permint, elder flower and With very little effort the deep into the epidermis where mences. It can also be used as a until well blended, then remove yarrow are a time-tested rem- backyard garden can become a they are needed. Its volatile oil healing balm for insect bites. from the stove and add six edy for colds. treasure trove of natural, inex- contains allantoin, minerals, vi- To make calendula ointment drops of tincture benzoin (fri- pensive remedies that can be tamins A, B1, B2, C, E and K, put four tablespoons of dried ars’ balsam). Beat with a A well-established herb gar- used for most minor ailments and 18 amino acids, all of petals or one handful of fresh wooden spoon or electric mixer den is not only a wonderful and first aid situations. Include which give the aloe its unique petals and 100 millilitres of an until cool and of a creamy tex- source of natural remedies, but plants such as aloe vera, calen- healing properties. To use it, odourless vegetable oil in an ture. Store in a tightly capped, a great starting point to learn dula (pot marigold), sage, break off a lower leaf, slice it in enamel or stainless steel sterilised glass jar. more about the healing proper- lemon balm, thyme, feverfew, half lengthways, squeeze out saucepan, bring to the boil, then ties of plants. peppermint, yarrow, Echinacea, the gel, apply it to the affected simmer for 10 minutes. Re- Lemon balm has antibacte- German chamomile, lavender, area of skin and allow it to dry. move the herbal oil from the rial properties, and a handful of Visit Alan on the Net - • Alan Hayes rosemary, parsley and Cuts and scratches need to be stove and strain out the flower fresh leaves rubbed onto an in- www.itssonatural.com YOUR THREE-DAY TV GUIDE Tuesday

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PAGE 10 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Living with the Land Innovative Recycled Water Project Gets Green Light An innovative recycled water project in Horsham will support agricul- tural research activities and provide opportunities to expand recycled water use in the municipality. The Commonwealth Govern- Horsham’s recycled water; ment recently announced sup- improving water quality for port for a Victorian govern- agricultural use and irrigation ment funding application for water for viticulture and green a Horsham Agriculture Smart- areas in Horsham that than using treated drinking Water and Integrated Water presently rely on drinking water from storages,” he said. Management Project as part water. “High quality recycled water of the National Water Grid GWMWater Managing Di- represents a sustainable alter- construction program. rector, Mark Williams, said native supply to provide addi- The $4.9 million in fund- while the project was focused tional water security to the ing will be matched by Agri- on providing improved access municipality.” sporting grounds and parks in Mr Williams said the pro- Partnerships Wimmera Southern culture Victoria and GWM- to high-quality water to the Mr Williams said GWM- line with relevant Environ- ject would provide a case Mallee and Wimmera Inte- Water to deliver infrastructure Horsham SmartFarm for re- Water had worked closely ment Protection Authority study for application of simi- grated Water Management that will provide greater cer- search purposes, the new in- with Horsham Rural City (EPA) guidelines,” he said. lar projects in other locations. Forum. tainty to the future of the Hor- frastructure would also enable Council to identify re-use op- The project is expected to The Commonwealth’s Na- sham SmartFarm at Vectis more opportunities for Hor- portunities, providing both “Recycled water could take about two years to com- tional Water Grid funding will and ensure GWMWater has sham to use recycled water in sustainable and cheaper ac- even be blended with storm plete. enable construction of a dis- secure options for the use of urban areas. cess to water. water or a rural supply to solved air floatation plant; a open up opportunities for al- recycled water. “In the past we have been “It’s possible with appro- About the Project Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant ternative water supplies for The Horsham Agriculture The scope of the project limited by available infras- priate infrastructure that we and a power substation to sup- the Horsham Cemetery and SmartWater and Integrated involves construction of in- tructure to provide high qual- could supplement existing port its 24-hour electricity school ovals, particularly dur- Water Management Project is frastructure that will reduce ity recycled water for water supplies for the Hor- needs; two storage dams; an ing dry periods when many of a joint initiative of GWMWa- the salinity and turbidity of Horsham’s green areas rather sham racecourse and local automated precision flood ir- those green areas tend to ter, Agriculture Victoria and rigation system and highly struggle.” the Department of Environ- controllable spray irrigators The project will also assist ment Land, Water and Plan- for leaf/soil wetting; and new with management of excess ning, with support from the connecting pipelines, pump treated wastewater at the Hor- Grains Research and Develop- stations and other associated sham Plant. ment Corporation, Regional infrastructure.

Prioritise to Vaccinate Sheep with Her Lambs (By Dr. Jeff Cave, District Veterinary Officer) Spring is just a few weeks away – this is often the busiest times on a Preventing Pests and Diseases farm, and it can be easy to neglect important preventative steps for your livestock that will save you later. Finals time – like spring – is in the air and just like your favourite local sports team, farmers are starting to focus on going all the way after a strong During spring, losses due Most vaccines give up to 12 twice to gain ‘active’ immu- to clostridial diseases such as months of protection and should nity. This should be carried season of preparation, hard work and honing tactics. pulpy kidney, blackleg and be given at least annually. out by two injections four to Agriculture Victoria Grains passengers arrive to spoil your to protect maturing crops from black disease become a dis- As with any vaccination six weeks apart. Industry Biosecurity Officer game plan,” he said. newly introduced weeds, pests tinct possibility. program, adult cows and ewes and diseases. This will signifi- The first vaccination is Jim Moran said winter crops “Farmers should ensure ve- should be vaccinated approx- cantly increase the potential to Little can be done to treat often given at marking and were reaching a critical growth hicles, equipment and/or people imately one month prior to manage any incursions and an animal affected by these the second vaccination is stage and, just like sports finals, are not carrying dirt or plant calving and lambing to give minimise crop damage and loss clostridial diseases, the first given four to six weeks later. would require “match-winning material, before allowing them sign is often discovering ani- their calves and lambs tactics” from farmers to achieve of income. “maternal” or “passive” im- The enterotoxaemia vac- onto the productive zones of mals’ dead in the paddock. cine is known for having a the best possible returns. their properties. For more information on munity Therefore the emphasis short duration of immunity, how to improve outcomes on through the colostrum. “Unnecessary yield losses “This could be a boot wash should be on prevention, and with only three or four your farm this season, get your Passive immunity lasts ap- can easily be avoided through or a high-pressure hose in a ve- the key to prevention is to months of protection. There- free copy of the Grains Farm proximately for their first six good hygiene,” he said. hicle washdown area. vaccinate your livestock. To fore a booster dose should be Biosecurity Manual and Moni- weeks of life. “Weeds, pests and diseases be effective, vaccines need to given strategically before a “Do whatever it takes to en- toring Stored Grain on Farm After this, calves and can arrive as seeds, eggs, spores be given strategically. lambs must be vaccinated high-risk period, i.e., before sure arrivals to your property booklet. the beginning of spring. and other microscopic particles, are clean and play by the rules. and they play dirty.” For one-one-one farmer “Install a free biosecurity Hopefully all farmers will support, Mr Moran can also be gate sign to alert people that benefit from the upcoming Mr Moran said farmers contacted on 136 186. you are serious about biosecu- spring conditions – without could improve their outcomes rity and they are required to being vexed by the problems this season by putting strong contact you before entering Enjoyment & that spring may bring. hygiene measures in place. Coronavirus (COVID-19) your property.” Employment — For further advice please Have Both, As the end of the growing Restrictions are currently Keep up to date with all the contact your local veterinarian “You need to stop uncon- Shop in Your season draws near, rigorous and in place in metropolitan Mel- latest restrictions and require- or Agriculture Victoria veteri- trolled visitors accessing your Own Town! bourne and regional Victoria. ments at coronavirus.vic.gov.au nary or animal health officer. property to ensure no nasty regular surveillance is required “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 — PAGE 11 MC DRIVER REQUIRED BIRCHIP “Times” Bulk tippers ‐ Great wages Classifieds Low Flying Fox Delivering grain to port and domestic stockfeeds (By Brian Bayles)

Phone Donald 5497 1222, Matt 0418569717 Flying foxes or fruit bats live on soft fruit, berries, nectar and leaves. Birchip 5492 2735 They drink while flying, scooping up water with their tongues. Fax 5497 1407 They are nocturnal with colonies mainly in the tropics and down the east coast of Australia.

Office: 03 5494 3120 Having lived in Donald for Mike: 0408 316 394 over three-quarters of a cen- Brendan: 0427 794 479 tury, I had never seen one or SOLICITOR Nathan: 0409 525 805 heard of anyone seeing one in 116 Napier Street, this area. St. Arnaud Experienced practical That is until Saturday. advice in plain English For all Earthmoving works including: When walking our dog I no- Appointments also ticed what I thought was a available in Charlton, • Shed pads, sheep yards, house pads dead bird hanging from a Donald and Wycheproof • Dam construction and fill in, channel fill in barbed wire fence at the Ph. 5495 2595 • Driveways and roads GWM water storage. A closer [email protected] • Supply and Delivery of gravel, sands and quarry materials. look makes me believe that it is a flying fox.

I walked back home to get An advert. in my camera and this photo “The Buloke Times” shows what the poor creature can cost as little as looks like. $10,and up to Maybe there are others 5,000 readers around. If so I hope they fly a will see it. bit higher than this one did.

• Fruit Bat –Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky Letter to the Editor

Golf Champions, Keith Bird won the Wedder- Past and Present burn championship on at least (The Editor, “Buloke Times’) 34 occasions. Dear Sir.— I was delighted Des Whitney was literally to read the results of this unbeatable at Culgoa; he may year’s DGC championships. have won as many as 40 “Ivor Hooke” revived some championships there. very pleasant memories. So, too, Gordon Regnier at Congratulations to the St. Arnaud, who dominated three grade winners, and in southern Kara Kara golf until particular Luke Kelly. I his premature passing. wasn’t aware that his Dad had won 30 club championships; Gary Bailey was his north- Peter had only just taken up ern Kara Kara contemporary, the game when I last won the and likely took out the Sea championship in 1975. Lake championship as often That feat is a testament to as he competed in it. ability, durability, passion for I haven’t played a compet- the game . . . and rub of the itive round of golf this cen- green, also known as luck. tury, but am tempted to dust Strangely perhaps, multi-decade off the clubs and cart them to domination of club champi- Donald for an outing. A nos- onships is not unparalleled in talgic remembrance might the Kara Kara Association, of just have done the trick! which Donald is part. I believe David Green.

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PAGE 12 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Charlton Rotary Art Show, 2021

The Rotary Club of Charlton is preparing to stage its 39th. Annual Art and Photography Exhibition (covid restrictions permitting), on the weekend of October 8 to 11. Preparations are under Mathews – 0438 911 571 other objects, a working clock way, and all artists and pho- [email protected] made entirely by this process. tographers are encouraged to The Exhibition will begin There is also an artwork enter and showcase their tal- with the Official Opening on display by our younger local ent in the various sections of Friday, October 8, at 7.30 school children. It is always a the exhibition. p.m.. The judge will announce colourful exhibit of our bud- For artwork, the individual the winners of each section, ding future artists. open sections are: Best Ex- and comment on those win- hibit any media, Best Water- ning entries. Drinks and nib- colour, Best Oil/Acrylic and bles are available throughout Three Days Best Drawing. the evening. Supper is served For the viewing public, the For photography there are before the evening concludes exhibition will be open on two sections: Best Photo- around 10.30 p.m.. The dedi- Saturday, October 9 and Sun- graphic Print Unaltered (no cated Covid Safe Officer will, day, October 10, from 10 a.m. post-processing or manipula- of course, make sure that all until 6 p.m. each day. A light lunch or afternoon teas are tion once the photo has been food and beverage service is • “Ladies of Torricella”. taken). Cropping and enlarg- compliant with the appro- available during those times. ing of the print are allowed. priate regulations. On Monday, October 11, the Best Photographic Print – doors are open from 10 a.m. Digitally Manipulated (this Demonstrations to 1 p.m. for the viewing pub- lic. One Hundred Years Ago section is for any other photo The show will also include where changes have been two demonstrating artists. The prize for the raffle this From the “Birchip Advertiser”, August 17, 1921. made in any way to the origi- Sally Wright will be show- year is a painting titled higher school was necessary not high enough is taken away nal photograph on the cam- casing her amazing craft skills “Ladies of Torricella”, by the High School Movement era). very talented artist, Carolyn Public Meeting Held in Birchip as many children from them,” he is therefore in in creating yarns for weaving were compelled to leave favour of the establishment of The total prize pool for the Marrone. All Rotary members The main question of from sheep, mohair goats, al- school as soon as they had a higher elementary school in Art and Photography sections will be selling tickets for this today is “Will Birchip have a paca and others to blend with gained the full merits at the Birchip, and will give any as- is $3500. wonderful prize. The winning Higher Elementary School?” vegetive and other materials, state school. The education sistance possible. to create yarns. Sally will entry will be drawn on Mon- At a public meeting held in Students department would not hesitate Mr. Lockwood: “I think it For senior secondary demonstrate her skill on the day afternoon. the Shire Hall, Birchip, on Wednesday last, to discuss the to erect an elementary school is possible to raise £1,000 to- students there is a section for loom and with wool felting Charlton will again have in Birchip if £1,000 was sub- wards the building fund of a both art and photography, also pictures. multiple events over this proposal of having a higher elementary school in Birchip scribed and 8 acres of land higher school, and am quite with prizes attached. Brian Boyton, from Wed- weekend, with the Lion’s about 50 parents were present, made available. Children confident that the pupils from Enquiries and entry forms derburn, will demonstrate 3D Swap Meet on Sunday morn- and a record meeting was held. would be better educated if surrounding districts would can be obtained from Jenny printing. His hobby has be- ing and the North Central they were near their parents. have no difficulty in train ser- Watts – 0488 916 202 13jen- come a passion, and he will Garden Club holding its Open Mr. Brockett occupied the The chairman, continuing, vice in regard to getting home [email protected] and Pat have on display, amongst Gardens in the afternoon. chair, and pointed out that a said that children up to 14 to their parents for the week- years of age would be admit- end.” He thought that sub- ted to the school free, over scription lists should be that age £4/4/0 per year. It prepared to raise the amount would cause many residents required. The Ettamogah Pub Mob to come to Birchip, and to- Mr. Hillgrove: I think that gether with the object of fur- the conditions in country ther educating the children schools are drastic and the © Southern Equity would greatly improve the matter should be seen into.” Inv Trust 2014. town. He thought that the He hoped that the residents of www.ettamogah.com school committees were Birchip and district would doing the right thing in steps take this important matter of they were taking. erecting a higher elementary Mr. Allison (ex M L A): “I school in consideration, early. think the country districts are Mr. Porter: “To have an el- in very bad conditions, just as ementary school in birchip a child is coming on they are would mean great advance- sent away from the district, ment t the town. Many busi- and it also compels the ness people would have the parents to take their children opportunity of residing in away from school due to their Birchip, but when they look financial position. More edu- further into the matter, and cated teachers are also re- find there is no way possible quired in elementary schools, to keep their children to their and children should be edu- education, the town is imme- cated near their parents.” He diately overlooked. If a high said he would do his utmost to school is erected in Birchip, it have a higher elementary will cause many married men school erected in Birchip. with families to reside here, Mr. Pedlow: “The condi- thus enlarge the town.” tions which are to be adhered Mr. Porter then moved sec- to in regard to the attendance onded by Mr. Cuts, “that it is is a very reasonable proposi- necessary to carry out the tion to them; 50 scholars are steps taken.” Carried. to be in attendance, 30 of The Chairman said that the which are available to walk outskirts have appointed rep- into a higher school at present resentatives and are taking in the local state school, and any steps they can. about 5 at the catholic school, leaving a very small margin to The following local com- be obtained from the sur- mittee was then formed:- rounding district schools.” Messrs. A. J. Porter (Sec), E. G. Cutts (chairman), C. O’- Mr. Watson: “This pro- Donnell, H. Bolden, J. Glen, posal was not brought for- J. McDougall & N. S. Chalk ward in opposition to the (Treas). memorial Park, but is a neces- sity to educate the children of The secretary was ap- the district. A step was taken pointed to make formal appli- some time ago to find a room cation to the education and to ask the Education De- department for the establish- partment to equip it, but in a ment of a high school. length of time they would be Mr. Porter moved, sec- no better off. The children onded by Mr. Hillgrove: could only go for a certain “That a deputation await the “Mate . . . would you mind keepin’ a lookout for me lost dog . . . he’s missing two ears . . . blind in one eye . . . limps on two term in the state schools and Council on Monday next.” legs . . . half his tail is missing . . . he had his appendix & tonsils out last week . . . he answers to th’ name of ‘Lucky’!” then their education -which is The meeting then closed. “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 — PAGE 13 The journey of faith is different for everyone. And while it is immensely personal, it is also best experienced within a community. AFL legend Mervyn Keane shares below why his religious heritage remains important to him and why he'll be making that clear in this year's Australian Census.

Why My Catholic Heritage Matters I was brought up a Catholic in a large Irish family on a farm in north- ticularly when times were west Victoria. tough during the frequent sea- sons of drought. The parish- My parents – Bernard and We prayed at home and at street today to give a hug to ioners also built the school, Claire – were of strong school, but as a kid, it felt the nuns who taught me, and the convent and the pres- Catholic stock. I was baptised more important to get to lunch to thank them for my educa- bytery. Mervyn Joseph and later my or afternoon play than recite a tion. The Church gave us a confirmation name became prayer to our Creator! I was an altar boy for five sense of community and be- Anthony. Religion was very big at years, serving at Mass every longing, and a degree of school and seemed to run in second Sunday. Fr. Daniel My godmother was Valarie strength and support, particu- parallel to sports – namely O’Brien was our Parish Priest Ryan and my godfather John larly during the celebration of football and athletics. – another example of a tough Keane, an auntie and uncle. weddings or the solemnity of Irishman with a broad accent Large families of eight to ten In the name of Christ, we funerals. Indeed, in my mid- – doing his best to instill the children were commonplace competed to win, and the an- twenties I married Kaye at St. word of God in us. back then and the Catholic nual sports carnival and light- Ignatius Catholic Church on school – St Michael’s – was ning premiership in football Under the financial guid- Church Street in Richmond. bursting at the seams. against our neighbouring ance and planning of Fr schools were annual calendar O’Brien, the parishioners The most important thing I was taught by the nuns – highlights. Reading, writing built a new Catholic Church in life is to be a good person. the Sisters of Mercy from the and arithmetic took a back in Wycheproof in 1967, which Christianity and my parents Diocese of Ballarat. Mother seat for me, as sport was ev- still serves the community taught me these basic funda- Brendan and Mother of Good erything and the nuns encour- today. Money was donated by mentals. Be humble, be grate- Counsel were the hard and aged it as well. hard working Catholic ful and give more than is tough leaders of the school, I don’t recall ever having a farmers of the district and expected. In my mind, the and they ran a tight ship. “stand out” educator in my local businesses, and other Catholic Church stands for • Mervyn Keane, with his childhood football hero, Mansell Other teachers like Sister life, though I am sure the nuns working families. something. I carry that with Giddings, captain and coach of the Narraport football team, Cabrini and Sister Magellan tried very hard! But without This was a huge commit- me today, and will make it “back in the day”, celebrating Australia Day, 2021, at were more kind and gentle. hesitation, I would cross the ment by the community, par- clear on this year’s Census. Wycheproof Centenary Park. KEEP ABREAST Now available WITH LOCAL NEWS! Available in monthly, six monthly or annual subscriptions. Online Subscriptions include full digital access to “The Buloke Times” online, twice weekly digital editions of “The Times” and all archived Subscriptions: One month $18. Six editions to 2013 for desktop, tablet and smartphone access. Months $100. Twelve months $190

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Chic Morgan teams event: the Birchip Neighbourhood keep our communities vi- joyable and fulfilling lives, Sandra Steel, Glenda Bird and ouse was planning an event H brant and prosperous”. which includes good em- Association Event Carolyn McHugh (Wedder- for all young peopleorking aged 18 in tion ployment options, opportuni- burn). to 35, living ande togetherw so- ontribu ily • Handicap Scratch winners: “A” mu- C ties for career advancement winners, left to Buloke, to com “B” grade S right, “A grade, Di Johnson; “B” grade, elop For young people from and good networks of fam ue Anne Be ” grade He Nearest the pins: 5th., San- cially at the Birchip Com attie. ather Hoga Lyn Boyle; “C” grade, Phyl dra Standfield; 7th., Jill Mil- eisure Centre to dev rural areas, accessingployment higher and friends. n, “C” gra nity L e know, there are de Beth Tho Baker. education or em As w The following news item, written by Nathan Dole, was recently posted onmp stheon , lie; 13th., Julie McLennan; networks, build friendships challenges for young peopleften North-Central League Facebook Page . 17th., Jenny Lovel . and professional develop- often means having to leave • Veteran winner, their families and home living in rural areas. O ment and leadership opportu- for young people, particu- Jenny Lovel. nities they would have if towns. Encouraginglyunities though, for ere living in the city or our comm larly for those who are new they w to the area or not involved in many are choosing to return usic, Navies’ Major Role in larger regional centres.kills sport there are a lack of so- rce of S - and when they do they bring Sou cial opportunities or m Young people are an im with them a whole range of arts and cultural events. portant and often unrealised new skills and experiences, “The Buloke Shire CASI Fitzpatrick Family Life and often partners, who are source of skills, energy, cre- Bounce Back Buloke project obil- also making a valuable con- ativity and vision in our rural has provided funding to re- unities and the m tribution to the economy and Football and netball for Charlton Football Netball Club have played a comm dress this concern andith othercon- big part in the Fitzpatricks’ family life for many years. isation of these young peopleuni- social fabric. nect young people w ay be is essential for our comm And as a result ofany COVID young young people who aym share As secretary of the footy ties to thrive. 19 restrictions, m living nearby and m and netball clubs, Kim Fitz- e want to encourage “There’s a lot of team- “W all over people have moved to rural a similar interest or career.ill be no patrick is kept busy through- work, not just on the footy areas and found they can get Although there w out the week, and on young people from uch quicker because field and netball court, but off the Shire to connect with ahead m “Night Out in Buloke” this matchdays. it as well,” she said. there is less competition for Saturday, you can now get It’s a team effort, as Kim’s other young peopleore youthand Among those representing promotions and the cost of involved in the planning of a husband, Shane is president. make Buloke m uch cheaper. Charlton each Saturday are e Christie, living is m replacement event to build Kim saidren euther- support of friendly for youngon profes- ent is also th entrep Cobi in seniors or reserves als,” said Sim ploym networks, both profession- ting yocommitteeu eemembers,swax offi- sion Self-em ighligh ducing b footy, Maddi in “A” grade anager of the Birchip ally and socially. mi Foott, h es”, pcials,ro players anders. the Navies’ m attainable for young people and De llee Waxe cal partn netball, and Elliott in the ily If you are interested, or t Morgan ess, “Ma ed frofansm lo made her role so much Neighbourhood House. living in regional communi- ft), Harrie all busin ls sourc under-16s footy team. “People aged between 18- have ideas, contact Simone ogan (le thical sm ith materia easier. ties, whether it’s on fam irchip Neighbour- ridgette H eir new e le way w 35 are generally working, at the B • B ke, with th stainab “The football and netball Kim first played netball for farms or a new enterprise hood House one part0429 of ip in Bulo mentally su Charlton in 1995. having families, engaging in sh environ club is such an important part • H and many younganaging people very in 922735, and becom ps in an andicap W entrepreneurial activities and wra of the community,” she said. Her playing days were inning team Buloke are m the planning to move ahead Beth Thomp , Wychepro contributing a significant ID 19 world. “A lot of people chip in to capped by several premier- son, Cheryl R of , left to rig e successful businessesay for others and to in a COV ayes, Julie M ht, Sue Anne B amount to the local econ- help.” ship wins, and she also cLennan. eattie, Andre paving the w coached grand final-winning a Coatsworth omy, so it is important w follow. Among the many tasks , encourage this group ofbers peo- of Kim has are setting the teams across various grades. • Kim ple to be active mem agenda for meetings, dealing The assistant principal as Fitzpatrick Man of Footballwith correspondence between Charlton College has known In 2021, Charlton has players, committee and AFL many of Charlton’s present- achieved a 3-6 win-loss Central Victoria, foralf-a- the day footballers and netballers record to be fifth on the lad- Goldacres-backedell over a North-Cen- h t the for a long time. der, and the Navies are strong – and ofbserved Faith that,tral Football w e League footy club. a es” o ick of th “Aaron Walklate and An- in many grades of netball. loke Tim e “Bu aving his first k “The COVID protocols for thony Judd were in the PE is year, th as h matches and training ustraliahave classes I taught at Charlton The hockey also plays a Early th Keane w key part of every Saturday for ervyn also keptOver me this busy,” year’s she A said. College,” Kim said. ry ago, M the Navies and their rivals. centu d. “AllDay the “long clubs weekend”, have worked Merv. port groun Incidentally, although Both kicked on to be Narra reallywas well guest together.” speaker ycheproof. at both premiership-winning team- “The people whot are at North-Central (his “home” Kim said a minutes secre- the club and across the league Since then, his recorde would in Nullawil and W mates and key players for the league) was “zoned”e he to moved Rich-tary, committeeThere he spoke members on a wideset- va-Navies. are the main reason I am the Australian gam mond at the tim ting upriety theof subjects,Goods includingand doing what I can for Charl- unquestionabley stack up In 2016, Charlton scored a to the city, he inadvertentlyServices his Auction earliest daysand atother Narraport, ton,” said Kim. against the greatest of them 7-point win against Wyche- trained with Melbournefund-raisers be- hsi illustriousand events, AFLand a career,proof-Narraport to claim the all. fore joining the Tigers. game day secretary for Charl- “There is a great level of family tragedy, and lifesenior in premiership cup. community support for Charl- Briefly, Merv. was a Rich- Later on, he was playington FNC were a massive help. premiership player in general. “Best on ground” honours ton Park and at all other mond coach of Sturt, in theing PAGE 16- — “The Buloke Times”,es”went (and Tuesday, to Aaron August Walklate. 24, 2021 grounds across the North- 1973, 1974, and 1980. He SANFL, before becom ed in the Richmond • In today’s “Tim Central competition.” was nam assistant to his old team • “B” gra republished with permission de scratch w Team of the Century, and mate, Kevin Sheedy, at Es- “C” grade P inners, left to via the Catholic Archdioceseervyn re- hyl Baker. right, “B” g was inductede into in 2005. the Tiger’s sendon. e a life rade Lyn Bo ost of Melbourne), M yle, “A” gr Hall of Fam In 2019, he becam ade Di John Whilst he was m flects on another essential ston, member of the AFL, and phase of his life. widely recognised for his published a book, “Playing ability in defence, he had also with the Field”. made his presence felt when called to the forward line. www.buloketimes.com Ph. 5497 1222 E. [email protected] facebook.com/BulokeTimes/

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“The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 — PAGE 15 The Buloke Times SPORTSPORT Est. 1875 Wedderburn Hosts Kara Kara Ladies Kara Kara ladies’ Shield and Association Day was held at Wedderburn on Tursday, August 19, with the course in great condition and perfect con- ditions for golf. Thank you to all the team Shield Event and Sandra Steel, 448, followed at the Wedderburn Golf Club Scratch winner: Wedder- by Donald 463, Charlton 465, for hosting the day. burn, Susie Lockhart, Shirley St. Arnaud 472, Boort 476, Results: Postle, Jill Millie, Glenda Bird Wycheproof 504, Birchip 516.

• Scratch winning team, Wedderburn, left to right, Susie Lockhart, Shirley Postle, Jill Millie, Glenda Bird and Sandra Steel.

Handicap winner: Wyche- Handicap winners: “A” proof, Sue Anne Beattie, An- grade, Heather Hogan; “B” drea Coatsworth, Beth grade, Sue Anne Beattie; “C” grade, Beth Thompson. Thompson, Cheryl Rayes,

Julie McLennan, 368, fol- Veteran winner: Jenny lowed by Wedderburn 376, Lovel. Charlton and Boort 382, St. Arnaud 392, Birchip 396, Chic Morgan teams event: Donald 399. Sandra Steel, Glenda Bird and Carolyn McHugh (Wedder- Association Event burn).

Scratch winners: “A” Nearest the pins: 5th., San- grade, Di Johnson; “B” grade, dra Standfield; 7th., Jill Mil- Lyn Boyle; “C” grade, Phyl lie; 13th., Julie McLennan; • Veteran winner, Baker. 17th., Jenny Lovel . • Handicap winners, left to right, “A” grade Heather Hogan, “C” grade Beth Thompson, Jenny Lovel. “B” grade Sue Anne Beattie.

The following news item, written by Nathan Dole, was recently posted on the North-Central League Facebook Page . Navies’ Major Role in Fitzpatrick Family Life Football and netball for Charlton Football Netball Club have played a big part in the Fitzpatricks’ family life for many years. As secretary of the footy “There’s a lot of team- and netball clubs, Kim Fitz- work, not just on the footy patrick is kept busy through- field and netball court, but off out the week, and on it as well,” she said. matchdays. Among those representing It’s a team effort, as Kim’s Charlton each Saturday are husband, Shane is president. Cobi in seniors or reserves Kim said the support of footy, Maddi in “A” grade committee members, offi- netball, and Elliott in the cials, players and the Navies’ under-16s footy team. • Handicap Winning team, Wycheproof , left to right, Sue Anne Beattie, Andrea Coatsworth, fans made her role so much Kim first played netball for Beth Thompson, Cheryl Rayes, Julie McLennan. easier. Charlton in 1995. “The football and netball club is such an important part Her playing days were of the community,” she said. capped by several premier- “A lot of people chip in to ship wins, and she also help.” coached grand final-winning • Kim Fitzpatrick Among the many tasks teams across various grades. Kim has are setting the The assistant principal as In 2021, Charlton has agenda for meetings, dealing Charlton College has known achieved a 3-6 win-loss with correspondence between many of Charlton’s present- record to be fifth on the lad- players, committee and AFL day footballers and netballers der, and the Navies are strong Central Victoria, for the for a long time. in many grades of netball. Goldacres-backed North-Cen- “Aaron Walklate and An- The hockey also plays a tral Football League club. thony Judd were in the PE key part of every Saturday for “The COVID protocols for classes I taught at Charlton the Navies and their rivals. matches and training have College,” Kim said. “The people whot are at also kept me busy,” she said. Both kicked on to be the club and across the league “All the clubs have worked premiership-winning team- are the main reason I am really well together.” mates and key players for the doing what I can for Charl- Kim said a minutes secre- Navies. ton,” said Kim. tary, committee members set- In 2016, Charlton scored a ting up the Goods and 7-point win against Wyche- “There is a great level of Services Auction and other proof-Narraport to claim the community support for Charl- fund-raisers and events, and a senior premiership cup. ton Park and at all other game day secretary for Charl- “Best on ground” honours grounds across the North- • “B” grade scratch winners, left to right, “B” grade Lyn Boyle, “A” grade Di Johnston, ton FNC were a massive help. went to Aaron Walklate. Central competition.” “C” grade Phyl Baker. PAGE 16 — “The Buloke Times”, Tuesday, August 24, 2021