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WHITTLESEA CRUISE NIGHTS First FRIDAY of every month
Boomerang Bags are reusable, hand made cloth shopping bags that will be available for shoppers to use for free to borrow and then return them. WHAT WE DO - Boomerang bags works to raise awareness about plastic pollution and foster sustainable behaviour through hands-on positive community action. HOW WE DO IT - By providing the tools and resources for people all over Australia to implement a community bag sharing program. Come along and join in the cruising! Creating and circulating reusable Boomerang bags, using recycled Get your Hot Rod or Cruiser out of the shed and materials as a sustainable alternative to plastic. Dedicated community come down to Church Street, Whittlesea members, schools and group get-togethers make the bags using recycled materials. Or perhaps just come and look at Through Boomerang bags we start conversations, make friends, up- these beautifully restored vehicles cycle, divert waste and work towards shifting society’s throw away mentality to a more sustainable revolution of re-use, one community, From 6pm onwards needle and thread at a time! I’m looking for two distinct items: Firstly I am simply calling for donations of fabric (doona covers, sheets, old curtains etc…) and Secondly, anyone interested in volunteering their time at sewing bees Terry: 0412 608 638 to make the bags. If you can help in any way contact Facebook: whittesea cruise night Ursula Jenkins - 0431 312 647 [email protected] www.boomerangbags.org HELPING HAND FOR LEARNER DRIVERS A popular program helping disadvantaged young people learn to drive is looking for more volunteer driving supervisors. COME AND TRY SOFTBALL The L2P program supports young people, aged 16 to 20, who do not An opportunity to experience a little taste of the have access to a vehicle or a fully licensed adult to help them build up game of softball and its family friendly atmosphere their mandatory 120 hours of driving. Saturday, 9th September 2017 Whittlesea Community Connection runs the State Government funded program with support from Council. Recently the program acquired a 10am — 1pm third car to support the growing demand of drivers in areas including Mill Park Reserve Morang Drive Doreen, Mernda, Whittlesea and Kinglake West. Mill Park Vic 3082 Now it needs licensed drivers to supervisor the young people. (Next door to the swimming centre) VicRoads will provide training for volunteers, Whittlesea Community Connection will provide vehicles and fuel. Cathy Ferraro, 0418 338 270 If you are aged over 25 years, hold a valid Victorian licence and have Free event two hours to spare each week, contact Edmond on 9401 6666 Highlights - Come and meet the various persons that make up part of our softball family. Persons attending will be given an opportunity to participate in small coaching sessions of the fundamentals of softball including throwing, catching and batting. There will be activities for those from 4 to adult You can stay for the whole 3 hours or attend for a shorter period A sausage sizzle will be provided in the latter part of the event
School photo 1933 STRATHEWEN PRIMARY SCHOOL celebrating 100 years 1917 - 2017 Open Day:- Sunday 15th October 11am - 4pm We’re seeking to make contact with past pupils, parents, families, friends and staff of SPS. Please contact the school for more information and to be added to our mailing list 03 - 9714 8278 or email: [email protected]
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FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK...... CORPORAL CAMERON STEWART BAIRD, Spring, what a lovely time of year. Signs of life appearing everywhere. VC, MG The garden waking from it’s winter sleep. Fragrant blossom on the trees, warm sunny days, bees buzzing and the dreadful thought that By Karen Mace Christmas is approximately 16 weeks away. Cameron Stewart Baird, VC, MG, a soldier in the Australian Army Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, have a lovely day with family who was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia, the and friends. highest award in the Australian honours system, he was also awarded an MG a Medal of Galantry. Grand final for the football is set for 30th September, along with that th we have daylight saving starting. Turn your clocks forward one hour Born: 7 June 1981 in Burnie, Tasmania before going to bed that night. It runs from 1st October, till 1st April Battles/Wars: East Timor, War in Afghanistan, Iraq War nd 2018. Died: 22 June 2013 in Uruzgan Province, Afghanistan The Royal Melbourne Show goes from 23rd September till 3rd October. Cameron is the first Australia Commando to be Continuing with some Unusual Australian Facts from awarded a Victoria Cross, http://www.convictcreations.com/culture/facts.htm are ~ that was presented to his *Crimes punishable by transportation included recommending that parents by Quentin Bryce politicians get paid, starting a union, stealing fish from a river or the Governor General of pond, embezzlement, receiving or buying stolen goods, setting fire Australia in Canberra on 18th to underwood, petty theft, or being suspected of supporting Irish February 2014. terrorism. On August 8th 2017, * Alcohol - It has been reported that the first European settlers in Laurimar Primary School in Australia drank more alcohol per head of population than any other Doreen honoured Cameron community in the history of mankind. by naming one of their * Police force - Australia’s first police force was a band of 12 of the Houses ‘Baird’ and chose most well behaved Convicts. the colour purple, the colour * Mass moonings - In 1832, 300 female Convicts at the Cascade of his Victoria Cross Medal. Female Factory mooned the Governor of Tasmania during a chapel Rob Mitchell MP Federal service. It was said that in a ‘rare moment of collusion with the Convict Member for McEwen was in women, the ladies in the Governor’s party could not control their attendance along with John laughter.’ Chenhall, Diamond Creek/ Regards...... Betty Doreen RSL President and Cameron’s parents, Doug WHITTLESEA and Kaye Baird. Doug Baird spoke to the students about Cameron’ and his time in COMMUNITY the Army. He asked the children if they CONNECTIONS had any questions New Community they would like to Information and Referral Service in Mernda ask, and there were Whittlesea Community Connections (Epping) will trial a new plenty of children information and referral service in Mernda for families and individuals with questions. living in the municipality’s new growth suburbs. A plaque of Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday anyone living in or around Mernda remembrance has can visit the Mernda Community Activity Centre (70 Mernda Village Drive, been placed at the Mernda) from 9am to 5pm in order to gain information, referrals and school near their ‘Lest support to access appropriate services, programs and activities. We Forget’ wall and a photo of Cameron ‘This trial will further develop WCC and the service sector’s and a poem written understanding of community needs in new suburbs and enhance for him for the our capacity to provide more mobile, accessible and responsive service he gave to services for future growing communities,’ explained Emma Antonetti, his country has been Whittlesea Community Connections Project Manager. framed and will hang Activities and Services that will be provided include on the wall in the but are not limited to: school. * Information and referral services for local community members to Cameron’s parents laid connect people to local services, community groups and activities a wreath at the plaque * Intake and assessment of people going through difficult times in respect for their son (housing, health, family and relationship problems, financial) and and his commitment supported referrals to appropriate services. and service to the * Telephone legal advice service where appropriate Australian Army. * Emergency relief and casework support for individuals and families The service was living in Mernda experiencing transport and other barrier accessing very moving, and it was great to see the services. children involving * Information and support for community members interested in themselves with Volunteering. questions for the Baird family. VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSIONS, SEPTEMBER Jason McBean, Principal said, ‘Doug and Kaye were extremely grateful th Volunteering in Whittlesea, Time: 10 to 11am Date: Wednesday 20 that we continue to honour their son’s legacy as a House Captain September Venue: Whittlesea Community Connections, Shop 111, (Purple House- Baird) to our 1100 students and broader community. Epping Plaza I could not begin to imagine the heartache and sorrow that both City of Whittlesea - Find out about volunteering roles at the City parents continue to suffer every day. Truly an inspiring morning and I of Whittlesea and speak with volunteer co-ordinators. Time: 10.30 promised them that we would continue to promote Cameron’s legacy to 11.30am Date: Wednesday 27th September Venue: Whittlesea through our House Culture and through our War memorial. Cameron Community Connections, Shop 111, Epping Plaza. was the 100th Recipient of the esteemed Victoria’s Cross Medal and For the above sessions please RSVP to Michelle on 9401 6666 or only one of 2 Australians to have received both the VC and MG (Medal [email protected] of Gallantry).’ 5
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LALOR LIBRARY YOUTH PUBLIC ART GROUP Ages 13+. Join the crew from Pencil Case Creative Art collective and work on a range of projects including graphic design, paste up murals and multimedia. In partnership with City of Whittlesea Baseline for Young People Registration: 9404 8800 or email: [email protected]. gov.au Every Wednesday during school term 4.30pm - 6pm GREEN SCREEN, Adults. Part of Adult Learners Week. Have you ever wanted to climb Mt Everest or hot air balloon across the Yarra Valley? Come along and learn about green screen technology and have some fun. Thursday 7th September, 1 - 2pm HINDSIGHT EXHIBITION AND OPENING, All ages. If given the chance, what would you say to your younger self? Share the wisdom of our senior community members through an exhibition of portrait photography, words of wisdom, video footage and a community reflection space. Friday 1st to 30th September, during Library opening hours INTERNET 1, 2, 3. All ages. This three week mini course is designed www.radskillimaging.com.au for absolute beginners and will teach you to search for web pages, images and videos, navigate using hyperlinks and download to your WHITTLESEA device. BYO laptop/device or use one of from the library. Participants need to be able to operate a mouse and keyboard and must commit to MEDICAL IMAGING all three classes. Wednesday 6th,13th,20th September. 1 - 2.30pm INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY, Adults. Learning English? Come and browse our collection of easy readers, AMES preparation books 2-3/81 Church Street Whittlesea and bilingual dictionaries. See a demonstration of our online resources Ph: 9716 0278 for language learning. Friday 8th September, 2 - 3 pm 2a May Road, Lalor 3075 Specialist Radiologist on site for all your joint injections 9465 2353 www.yprl.vic.gov.au X-RAYS, OPG/LAT CEPH, CT SCANNING, ULTRASOUND AND DOPPLER - Low dose CT Scanner -
New Bone Densitometry (Dexa) Service 100% bulk billing( Except some ultrasounds) Would you like to learn to play the Ukelele? Technical staff with several years of experience Next beginner group 3rd to 24th August Fast turnaround of Specialist Radiologist reports The 4 week program is for anyone wishing to learn basic chords and strumming techniques All referrals accepted Cost: $40, held Thursday evenings 7 - 7.30pm Professional friendly staff Venue: Mernda Community House, corner Schotters and Heals Roads, Mernda Contact: Kerry Clarke 0408 134 280 NEW We also have ongoing Uke and Singing sessions on Dexa Scanner Thursdays 7 - 9pm during school terms Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 9am-6pm SOUTH MORANG CWA Saturday: 10am-4pm If you would like to join us, Phone Fay 9717 3597 Serving the Community for the past 3 years 0438 717 359 6
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WHITTLESEA MONDAY MARKET, Showgrounds, Yea Rd, Whittlesea, 8am - 1pm. LIONS CLUB OF MARKETS Fresh produce, plants & wide variety of stalls. BOLLYGUM COMMUNITY MARKET at School & public holiday fun. Permanent WHITTLESEA Bollygum Park, Kinglake. 2nd Sunday of the stallholders, & casuals welcome. MEETINGS:- Held at Whittlesea Bowling month. 10am-2pm. Market season Sept. to May Enq: Janine 0428 821 644 Club, Church Street, Whittlesea (Excluding Jan.) Enq: Ilona 0409 849 722 2nd TUESDAY - Business Meeting 7.30pm Find us on Facebook 4th TUESDAY - Dinner Meeting & Guest BROADFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE Speaker 6.30pm for a 7pm start INDOOR WINTER CRAFT MARKET SEPTEMBER 2017 1st Sunday of each month at Communith Centre 12th - Business Meeting 158 - 162 High St, Broadford. Enq. Broadford 26th - Dinner Meeting Community Centre 5784 2043 Membership enquiries: ELTHAM CRAFT & PRODUCE MARKET David Cordell 0418 348 057 rd st rd 3 Sun.(Feb-Nov), 1 & 3 Sun.( Dec), at Alistair REC: 13433 AU27974 Tim Wood 0417 056 602 Knox Park, Panther Place, Eltham (Mel.21, J5) Brad: 0411 875 207 8.30am-1pm. Approx. 120 stalls offering wide range of quality home made, home grown & Samantha: 0407 811 402 THE COMBINED handcrafted products. Enq: Coordinator Specialises In: PROBUS CLUB 0401 288 027, www.elthammarket.com.au ► All electrical service & OF WHITTLESEA ELTHAM MARKET, Library Place. 8.30am- installation Sharing Fun, Fellowship 12.30pm. Family & pet friendly. Balloon man, ► Melbourne’s BEST Split System hot food, craft wares. Cheryl 0401 288 027 and Friendship www.elthammarket.com.au installations New Members are always welcome. You ► Free home site inspection & will hear interesting guest speakers at each FLOWERDALE COUNTRY MARKET 3rd quote monthly meeting. Experience Trips & Tours Sun. Month at Community Hall, Yea-Whittlesea to various destinations, including day trips, 24/7 Emergency break down Rd, Flowerdale. New & Used items. Stalls ► overnighters, short Victorian and interstate needed. Alison 5780 1223 or Vicky 5780 1434 service stays, plus the occasional international trip.
HURSTBRIDGE FARMERS MARKET EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AND There is also a monthly dine-out at various enjoyable venues. 1st Sun. Month. (except January) 8.30am- WORKMANSHIP FROM 1pm, Fergusons Paddock, Arthurs Creek Rd, If you are interested in coming for a Hurstbridge(Mel.185, J8) Enq: 9433 3315, Enq. LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS look, please contact the Membership stallholders: 0414 703 186 Officer on 9716 2429 or the KILMORE SCOUT MARKET Last Sat. Month Turn your clocks forward Secretary on 9716 1136 (weather permitting) 9am-1pm. Hudson Park, one hour 30th September Probus meets on the first Monday Sydney St, Kilmore. Enq: 0427 230 971 Stall of each month, 9.30am at the Enq: 0408 862 296 before going to bed Whittlesea Bowls Club KINGLAKE PRODUCE & ARTISAN MARKET 4th Sun. month (Dec. varies) 10am- 3pm. In heart of Kinglake township. LIONS CLUB OF 0497 598 948, [email protected] WANDONG/WALLAN www.kinglakemarket.com
KINGSBURY DRIVE COMMUNITY ‘We Serve’ MARKET Every Sun. 9am-1pm. Carpark 2, LaTrobe Uni, Kingsbury Drive, Bundoora Meetings held 2nd and 4th Wednesday of (Mel.31.F7) Enq: Diamond Valley community the month at 7.30pm. Dinner Meeting Support 9435 8282, [email protected] on the 4th Wednesday held at the www.dvsupport.org.au Australiana Motel, Wandong. LANCEFIELD & DISTRICT FARMERS “Lets Get Involved” is our President’s MARKET, 4th Sat. Month, (3rd Sat. in Dec) Centre Plantation, High St, Lancefield. 9am-1pm. motto and we would love to see more (In aid of Lancefield Neighbourhood House). Enq: people joining and/or supporting us. Meggs 5429 2115, or Vivien 5429 1214 (Tues.-Thurs) For further information contact NANNA’S ARTESIAN MARKET held last Sat. Month, Unting Church Hall, Schotters Rd, Ron Howell 0418 336 060 or Mernda 10am - 1pm. Karen Sheehan 0422 401 480 WADAMBUK MAKERS MARKET Community Centre, Caledonia St. St. Andrews Just up the road from weekly market. 2nd Sat. ROTARY CLUB Month, 9am-2pm. Indoors. All local makers. Enq: [email protected] OF WHITTLESEA FRIENDS OF WALLAN OLD TIME MARKET, 2nd Sat. MEETINGS:- Held at TOOROURRONG (F.O.T.) Month, Hadfield Park, Northern H’way, Wallan. Whittlesea Bowls Club, 7.30am-2pm. Enq: 5783 3186 Church Street, Whittlesea If you would like to know more about the Friends of Toorourrong WATSONIA NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE 1st & 3rd MONDAY, 6.30pm or maybe join as a member then INDOOR MARKET 1st Sat. month (except Dinner Meetings January). 10am-1pm, $5 per stall. 47 Lambourne please feel free to contact the Rd, Watsonia. Bookings/Enq: 94334 6717 We welcome your participation Secretary Jan Hyndman in the Whittlesea Community. So WHITTLESEA MARKET (In aid of please come along and join in with 0427 510 092 Chaplaincy Committee) 3rd Sat. Month at email: [email protected] Whittlesea Secondary College, Laurel St, our Rotary conversation. Whittlesea. 8am-1pm. Enq: 0419 357 395 Enq: Lyn Prescott 0402 350 656 Postal Address: P.O. Box 283, Whittlesea 3757 7 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p6.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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FAMILY CORNER BIRTHDAYS ProDatum
PLEASE NOTE:- It is a requirement th Locksmiths 100 BIRTHDAY of the law that anyone submitting VERA PITTAWAY (nee Cliff) ► Key Cutting articles, notices etc.. for 5/8/2017 ► On-Site Re-keys publication must have the writers ► Supply and fit of locks Congratulations to a special lady on contact details attached, but her 100th Birthday who celebrated Fully qualified locksmith not necessarily for publication. with family and friends at Rivers with security registration Anything received without Yarrambat 39 Church Street, Whittlesea these contact details will not be included. Ph. Nat 0432 276 544 MICHAEL WHITE - 30/8/2017 Wishing you a Very Happy 6th BIRTHDAY WISHES Birthday. With lots of love and cuddles, Nan & Pa, Leigh, Lorraine, ANNIVERSARIES 30/8/2017 - Michael White (6) Amy & Evan xxxxx 12/9/2017 - Jet Ewert (2) 60th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY 15/9/2017 - Connor Murphy (16) 30/8/2017 16/9/2017 - Cindy Connolly (40) Congratulations to 28/9/2017 - Richard Kwiatkowski BIRTHS Val and John Toman On reaching this milestone 1/8/2017 from the Whittlesea bowlers BIRTHDAYS SIENNA DENISE EWERT Congratulations & Best Wishes to Alan and Erin on the safe arrival THE NANNA’S GROUP of SIENNA DENISE weighing 9lb We meet at the Bridge Inn Hotel, Mernda 7ozs and 53cms long. Little sister every Tuesday 10.30am - 12.30pm. We are for Jet, cousin for Alex, Mason a like minded group doing knitting, crochet, & Hunter, special niece for Nick and craft. and Cindy. Another gorgeous We do things for charity. We now have many little Grand-daughter for Garry & members Australia wide. Come along, have a Sue to spoil. Lots of love & kisses chat, you don’t have to be crafty, but you can from Dad, Mum and all the family learn. The company is great. xxxxxx We recently donated over $1,000 to the Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, knitted knockers for breast cancer patients, CONNOR MURPHY - 15/9/2017 knitted blankets and beanies for the homeless Happy 16th Birthday to my tall GET WELL and tiny garments for Premature babies. handsome grandson, Connor. Have We have a monthly market, see notice under Sandra Hocking Bev Shearer Markets, page 7. a great day, all my love, Nan xxxx Bruce Batten Wayne Young Further Info: Julie Sutherland Edie McKenzie RICHARD KWIATKOWSKI 9714 8307 28/9/2017 To my dear Richard, wishing you DEATHS EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE the very happiest of birthdays, with FOR PARENTS many more to come JUDITH ANN MITCHELL Learn clear communication skills that can teach your child to become Your loving wife, Lilian (nee Reynolds) a better listener, and strengthen and * * * * th Passed away July 30 . Daughter of enrich parent/child relationships. This Happy birthday, Richard, we wish the late Jack and Mavis Reynolds, session will be facilitated by Dave Vicary you all the best, have a great day favorite cousin of Valerie Lee (nee from Childrens Protection Society and Love Karen and Betty Reynolds). I will miss you Judy recommended for parents/carers of children (0-17 years of age) and Early CINDY CONNOLLY 16/9/2017 Years Educators Wishing you a Very Happy 40th IN MEMORIAM Tuesday 5th September 2017 Birthday and a great year ahead 6:30pm — 8:30pm lots of love Another ANGEL in Heaven Shop MM9, 1st Floor, Mum, Dad Alan, Erin, Jet, Sienna & EMMA TURNER Nan xxxxxx Westfield Plenty Valley passed away 10/08/2017 aged 85 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park I LOVE YOU MUM Contact: Family Services Education JET EWERT 12/9/2017 RIP back with Dad Officer, 9404 8865 Wishing our Grand-son Jet a Very Your loving son, Lerrel Special & Happy 2nd Birthday This is a free event, with lots of love Pa, Nan, Uncle but please register at Nick, Auntie Cindy, Alex, Mason, ‘Nothing made by brute force lasts’. https:www.trybooking.com/258607 Hunter, and Grand Nan Shirley ‘The essence of love is kindness’. xxxxxxx Robert Louis Stevenson No act of kindness, no matter how small is ever wasted. ‘Aesop’ ‘Grief is the price we pay for love’. th Only a life lived for others is a life worth DEADLINE IS 15 OF THE MONTH Queen Elizabeth 11 living. ‘Albert Eenstein’ 8 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p7.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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A MESSAGE FROM YOUR LOCAL MESSENGER
POLICE ARE WARNING PEOPLE TO BE ALERT TO SCAMMERS DEMANDING PAYMENTS FOR THINGS IN THE FORM OF WHITTLESEA MEDICAL CLINIC ITUNES VOUCHERS 77 CHURCH STREET, WHITTLESEA 3757 WHAT’S HAPPENING? There are a number of scams taking place, asking people to make payments over the phone for things such as PHONE : 9716 2207 FAX: 9716 2989 taxes, hospital bills, bail money, debt collection, and utility bills. Email: [email protected] HOW ARE THEY DOING THIS? Typically, the victim receives a call, with the scammer suggesting an urgent payment needs to be made by OPENING HOURS: purchasing iTunes gift cards from a retailer. In some cases, the victims are told they are facing criminal charges. MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8.30am - 7pm According to Apple, who has issued a warning about SATURDAY 9am - 1pm these scams, the victim is then asked to pay by SUNDAY 10am - 12 NOON sharing the 16-digit code on the back of the card with █ PLEASE PHONE THE CLINIC FOR AN the caller over the phone. APPOINTMENT By the time these scams are reported, the cards have already been on-sold or redeemed by the █ PENSIONERS & HEALTH CARE CARD scammers. The scammers don’t need the actual physical card to make HOLDERS ARE BULK BILLED the transaction. They just need the gift card number. WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET A CALL LIKE THIS: ALL CHILDREN UNDER 16 YEARS Hang up. OF AGE ARE BULK BILLED Do not respond to numbers supplied in an automated call. Report immediately to scam watch on line. We are an AGPAL accredited practice offering a Contact the ACCC 1300 302 502 wide range of services to the local community. iTunes gift cards are untraceable and instant. People can report scams and get information at www.scamwatch.gov.au Crime Prevention Officer LSC O’CONNOR 9409 8146 Whittlesea Police Service Area SERVICES OFFERED INCLUDE: ► IMMUNISATIONS ► MALE & FEMALE DOCTORS AVAILABLE ► WOMENS HEALTH ISSUES ► MENS HEALTH ISSUES ► HOME VISITS ► MENTAL HEALTH ► MATERNITY SHARED CARE ► MINOR PROCEDURES (including plastering, Before suturing, removal of skin lesions etc.) you go to bed on the night of ► PATHOLOGY ON-SITE th ► CARE PLANS Saturday 30 September ► 4 YEAR OLD HEALTH CHECKS ► 75+ HEALTH ASSESSMENTS ► CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT ALVA PRINTING PTY LTD ► WHEELCHAIR ACCESS ► PRACTICE NURSE ON DUTY For all your ► WOUND CARE/DRESSINGS printing needs ► POST OP CARE Books, magazines, leaflets, We have been caring for the Whittlesea newsletters, business cards, community for over 40 years and have been in our flyers etc... new state of the art premises for more than five years now. We have two treatment rooms and Call John ambulance access. We are close to the pharmacy and next door to a dentist and X-ray facilities. 0425 819 535 Ample parking is available at the front and rear of email: [email protected] the building. 9 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p8.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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CYRIL JOE BARTON: Barton RAF BOMBER COMMAND 1939 – 1945 was born in England on 5th VICTORIA CROSS AWARDS Part 3 June 1921 and although was By Denys Potts in a reserved occupation at the commencement of the th LESLIE THOMAS MANSER: Manser was born in New Delhi on 11 war, volunteered for the RAF May 1922 and after his family returned Volunteer Reserve on 16th to England he was commissioned as April 1941 and commenced a Pilot in the RAF in May 1941. After pilot training at Maxwell Field, operational training he was posted Alabama, USA. He qualified as a to 50 Squadron, flying Handley Page Sergeant Pilot on 10th November Hampdens. 1942 and returned to England Two days after his arrival he acted as where he completed his training second pilot on a bombing raid against with 1663 Heavy Conversion Frankfurt, Germany and during Unit, Yorkshire. the next two months flew six more On 5th September 1943, he missions before being posted to 25 joined an aircrew assigned to 78 Operational Training Unit (OTU) then Squadron and was commissioned 14OTU as an instructor. as a Pilot Officer three weeks He then served briefly with 420 later. His first operational mission Squadron RCAF on Hampdens before was against a target in occupied France and by 15th January 1944 he re-joining 50 Squadron, which by then had been converted to the new had completed nine sorties with the squadron. Avro Manchester. He was then posted to 578 Squadron and his second sortie was in a The Manchester was a twin-engine medium bomber designed Handley Page Halifax against Stuttgart in Germany. By 30th march he had and built to replace the obsolescent Armstrong Whitworth Whitley, completed six operations in the Halifax that the crew had named Excalibur. Handley Page Hampden and Vickers Wellington. It turned out to be He took part in four missions over Berlin and on 30th march was an operational failure as it was underpowered and unreliable and rostered to attack Nuremburg. Whilst about 110km from the target production ceased in 1941. Further development ensued and the their Halifax was badly shot up when it was attacked by Luftwaffe night aircraft was redesigned into a four-engine heavy bomber, powered by fighters, a Junkers Ju88 and Messerschmitt 210. Rolls Royce Merlins, which became the famous Avro Lancaster. Two of the main fuel tanks were punctured, both the radios and rear His first sortie was a leaflet drop over Paris and after a further five sorties turret gun port was disabled, internal communication lines were cut th during April and May he was promoted to Flying Officer on 6 May. and the starboard inner engine was critically damaged. th On the 30 May he captained Manchester ‘D’ for Dog during the first Despite this damage, Barton managed to elude the fighters by brilliant 1,000 bomber raid over Cologne and as he came over the target ‘D’ flying however a misunderstanding in the on-board communications was caught in the searchlights and although he bombed the target at the height of the crisis resulted in three of the seven-man crew successfully from 2,100m it was hit by ‘flak’ and he had to take violent bailing out. evasive action which reduced his altitude to 300m. Rather than turn back for England he decided to press on with the Even at that low altitude he did not escape the ‘flak’ until he was clear mission, against the odds of further fighter attacks in a semi-wrecked of the city and by this time the cockpit was full of smoke, the port aircraft that was leaking fuel and handicapped by lack of a full crew. engine was overheating and the rear gunner had been wounded. On arrival over the target he released the bomb load himself and Rather than abandon the aircraft and become prisoners, Manser tried turned for home. to get to safety but the port engine then caught fire, burning the wing At that time the ailing starboard engine blew up and the propeller and causing speed to be reduced to a barely controllable level. At this flew off. Over the next four hours, with no navigational assistance, he stage he was over Belgium so he ordered the crew to bail out. nursed the crippled aircraft back across the hostile German defences A crew member handed him a parachute but he waved it away, telling and occupied Europe and managed to cross the North Sea. the NCO to jump at once as he could only hold the aircraft steady As he crossed the English coast at dawn, 150km from his base, the battle for a few moments more. Whilst the crew were descending on their damage caused the fuel to be exhausted from two of the remaining three parachutes they saw ‘D’ for Dog, still carrying their captain, plunge into running engines. He could not maintain height and was too low for the crew earth and burst into flames. to bail out so he ordered them to adopt the crash position and attempted to Manser was just 20 days past his 20th birthday when he died and is land clear of the village of Ryhope. buried at the Heverlee War Cemetery, Leuven, Belgium. The Halifax was wrecked on the crash landing, the three crew survived but Part of the Citation for the award of the Victoria Cross reads, “In Barton, pulled from the wreck alive, died of injuries caused by the impact. pressing home his attack in the face of strong opposition, in striving Part of the Citation for the award of the Victoria Cross reads, ‘In against heavy odds, to bring back his crew and finally, when in extreme gallantly completing his last mission in the face of almost peril, thinking only of the safety of his comrades, Flying Officer Manser impossible odds, this officer displayed unsurpassed courage displayed determination and valour of the highest order.” and devotion to duty.’ The Manchester crashed near the Belgian village of Bree, near the Dutch border. One crew member was captured by the Germans but the other five evaded capture and were hidden by the local resistance until they were passed through the ‘Comet’ escape line to Gibraltar, from where they were flown home to England.
Photo:- The Halifax
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ST MONICA’S COLLEGE CADET WINS TOP AWARD St Monica’s College Epping is pleased to confirm that alumna Eliza Geraghty has won the prestigious Peter Falkland Award for Youth Member of the Year Rediscover Learning for her voluntary work with St John Ambulance Victoria. Join us for the launch of The award recognises Eliza’s work as a youth member of the St 2013-2017; a publication that celebrates the transformative Monica’s College Youth Division over a period of time. power of learning, for the individual and for the community. Eliza has been a member of the Youth Division since 2013 and is a member of the leadership team. Eliza has been successful at state Thursday 7 September and national competitions and continues to assist with the training 11.30am-1pm living & and development of the youth members at St Monica’s College. learning Living & Learning Nillumbik, nillumbik The Peter Falkland Award is presented annually recognising high 119 Cowin Street, Diamond Creek achievement and commitment to the service. The recipient assumes the role of Aide-de camp to the Commissioner of St John Ambulance Lunch and a free copy of the publication included. in their state and becomes an ex-officio member of the St John Youth Management Group. livinglearningnillumbik.vic.gov.au St Monica’s College Principal, Mr Brian Hanley, congratulated Eliza on the award. ‘Eliza demonstrated her remarkable commitment to facebook.com/LivingLearningNillumbik St John Youth at St Monica’s as a student and now continues to be a member of the group and mentor other youth as she moves onto her tertiary studies. Her leadership is critical to the success of the program at St Monica’s College and the award is well deserved. All her peers are very proud of her success.’ To win the award Eliza went through an extensive process including a written application and interview panel.
Samantha Heyfron B Physio, APAM Adam White B Physio, APAM Jennifer Loke A Exercise Physiologist Green Waste
Green waste Green waste recycling voucherrecycling 1 voucher 2 Vouchers 2017–20182017–2018 1 x cubic metre or less (equivalent to a level 1 x cubic metre Council has introduced green 6 x 4-sized trailer load)or less Expiry: 31 July 2018 (equivalent to a level 6 x 4-sized trailer load) waste vouchers to replace the Expiry: 31 July 2018 green waste drop off days. This
materials and vegetation at a convenient time 2/17 Church Street, Whittlesea Victoria 3757 throughout the year. Tel: 03 9716 2250 Fax: 03 9716 2275 Residents who pay the waste management charge www.whittleseaphysiotherapy.com.au as part of Council rates will receive the vouchers with their rates notice. The vouchers have unique barcodes registered against the property address. The vouchers For advertising, call Sue 9716 2267 are valid until 31 July 2018, which means plenty of time [email protected] to pick a day that works best for you. For copy call Betty 8401 3330 [email protected] nillumbik.vic.gov.au Deadline for all copy, ads and alterations to existing entries is no later than Friday 15th September Nillumbik Pet Expo 2017 PAY YOUR ACCOUNTS AT Sunday 29 October Marngrook Oval, Diamond Creek WHITTLESEA POST OFFICE The Nillumbik Pet Expo is a vibrant local event that BY CASH, CHEQUE or EFTPOS celebrates our furry and feathered companions and the (SOME PAYABLE BY CREDIT CARD) healthy lifestyles they help us lead. As one of Council’s
19 Church St., Whittlesea Ph/Fax: 9716 2209 largest and longest running events, it attracts more than MON-FRI 9am-5.15pm SAT 9am-11.30am 5,000 people each year. The Pet Expo features displays (except Public Holidays) from a range of exhibitors including food and nutrition, pet SELECTION OF GIFT CARDS, grooming, toys, clothing and much more. There is also an opportunity to meet and chat with Council rangers. CHILDREN’S BOOKS & nillumbik.vic.gov.au/petexpo OTHER GIFTS TOP-UP VOUCHERS FOR MOBILE www.facebook.com/nillumbikcouncil PHONES LOAD & GO @nillumbikshire www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au
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CAN YOU HELP?
Kinglake This column is aimed at helping people or community groups who need help with a project and may not have the resources or finance to Chinese get the required assistance. If you have a project you think fits this bill, then send the request to Medicine the Town Crier, and it will be considered for inclusion in the next issue. We hope that this WHITTLESEA COLLEGE Dr Angela Palmer may benefit and help the community with the CMRBV Reg 1347 community helping others in the local or broader community. (The Town Crier accepts no liability Laurel St, Whittlesea AACMA Memb 2154 for the matter presented) Mel. 246, G9 ACUPUNCTURE BEER BOTTLE TOPS - We have a collector 0419 357 395 who only collects BEER BOTTLE TOPS, and https:www.facebook.com/Saturday.community. sorry, no other sort. If we find someone who market.whittlesea HERBAL MEDICINE will take other bottle tops, we will put the MARKET DATES information here. This bottle top collector is CUPPING THERAPY Paul Sierak 9486 4383 16th September 17th February 21st October 17th March ALUMINIUM RING PULLS FROM CANS - CHINESE MASSAGE Only aluminium ‘Ring Pulls’ from aluminium 18th November 21st April cans (not metal ones from other cans) help th th 16 December 19 May support teenager Xavier who has Cerebral th 5786 1889 2018 16 June Palsy. Money raised goes towards the regular 20th January 21st July U2/1 Victoria Road, Kinglake 3763 upgrade of his ‘Second Skin’ lycra suit and Workcover & Private Health Fund Approved other equipment. Thanks to everyone who has helped and continue to help with these. Kingsbury Please feel free to contact Sue 9716 2267 Drive WARRINGAL (Whittlesea & surrounds) or KD Community Bill 9465 3116 (Thomastown). CM Market Also drop off at the Whittlesea ORCHID Courthouse Visitor Information Centre, An EVERY Sunday SOCIETY Cnr. Church & Beech Streets Whittlesea “EVERYTHING” Market (9716 1866) 9am -5pm. SPRING TEA BAG TAGS - The collection of these Located at LaTrobe University, Carpark provides support to the Anti-Cancer Council 2, Kingsbury Drive, Bundoora. 3086 SHOW (approx. 1 tonne equals purchase of a wheelchair). It is a genuine community Open 9am to 1pm every Sunday th th service. We have everything from Fresh Produce, 7 & 8 October St. Sava Community Centre Please contact Sue 9716 2267 to organise Flowers, Plants, Soap, Meat, Candles, drop off or alternately to the Whittlesea Boots, Craft, Books, DVD’s, Bric-a-brac, 212 Diamond Creek Road Courthouse Visitor Information Centre, Cleaning products & Jewellery, Organic, GREENSBOROUGH 3088 Cnr. Church & Beech Streets Whittlesea Vegan, Gluten free, Enviro Friendly, (9716 1866) 9am -5pm. Hot & Fresh food and Coffee Saturday 9am - 4.30pm and so much more ! Thank you for your wonderful efforts Sunday 9.30am - 4pm so far. It Is amazing how many can be Follow us on: collected. Kingsburydrivecommunitymarket The Society meets 3rd Wednesday, each kdcmarket month, at Senior Citizens Hall, VOLUNTEER DRIVERS WANTED - CALL LINK Community Transport 9353 8600 Bookings: 9435 8282 Hawdon Street, Heidelberg, 8pm. Visitors and new members are welcome linkcommunitytransport.org.au Originally Greensborough Market George Dimech 0411 372 537 VOLUNTEERS WANTED - at the Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor Information Centre corner Beech and Church streets, Whittlesea 9716 1866 (4 hourly shifts once a month, or Happy more often if you would like)
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Support yourself, by eating properly, getting sufficient sleep, THE SUN’S SHINING participate in enjoyable activities. By Sue Lloyd Acknowledge your strengths and accomplishments and be persistent. Realistically we all have up and down days and for most of us we The sun’s shining. At least today it is. It’s warm enough to sit out and appreciate the up days all the more after the down days. The trick is have a sandwich at lunch time. A reminder that summer is coming not to let the down days overwhelm us. with all its pleasures and perils. The joy of holidays at the beach, swimming, balmy nights, leisure time to spend with family and friends. Searing temperatures, hot winds, the threat of bushfires and the need Book Review to water thirsty plants the flip side to summer. THE LUCKY ONE by Isn’t life a bit like that? Pleasure and pain. Anticipation and CAROLINE OVERINGTON disappointment. Joy and sadness. Often these emotions, and many Reviewed by Julie Novak others, seem to go side by side. Sometimes I feel it is hard to have In an old Californian rural town, Paso, sits a one without the other. picturesque estate with thousands of oak As a nation life appears to run along smoothly for a while. But an trees, an old vineyard, a graveyard and a alternative view often emerges. Life is seemingly good. Houses get castle, Alden Castle. It belonged to Owen sold and profits are made with enhanced sale prices thereby providing Alden Stowe, a man in his eighties suffering increased revenue for the sellers. Of course for the potential buyers as dementia. His family is caught in the spotlight house prices continue to rise the situation is not so positive. However when trying to sell the old estate. we are assured land is being released for more houses to be built Young Eden is in her late teens and the estate belonged to her father’s which will provide greater competition and therefore will boost the dad, Owen. Eden’s father is Owen’s son Jack, who passed away years number of affordable houses. earlier. Eden’s mother has wanted it sold since she moved out after We choose a party to govern the country, or state, based on promises her husband’s death and has waited years for this sale and seemed and declarations of support for various organisations, infrastructure, desperate to get out of the estate which was heavily in-debt. Other schools etc. We are assured they will do better than the former party relatives had their own say but while the old man who owned it still in power, whoever they are, and will right all wrongs. Of course that is lived there it wouldn’t be sold until all heirs agreed. not the case. It is discovered that there is a black hole in the budget, So the sale can only go through if all heirs agree to it. The only or that trade circumstances have changed. Promises are broken, thing is that they all have very different lives and quite a few hidden people are disappointed or even disadvantaged. secrets. Perhaps people should have been more up-front from the We look to certain countries for leadership. New heads of state are beginning but there is a tangled web associated with that place. If elected. There is antagonism between some countries, religious that castle’s stone walls could talk these ‘heirs’ might have been run factions, and ideological beliefs intervene. Major decisions are made out of town years ago. And in fact had the secrets been out earlier, which indirectly affect a huge number of people living around the the castle might not be in the position it’s in. world. Words are hastily spoken; we hold our collective breath that Developers want that estate all dug up and redeveloped, the peace will be maintained. community wants it left intact, and the family obviously want to get Individually we struggle with rising prices, low income growth, their money. But when dead bodies start appearing, and not just increased housing and living costs, and sometimes cutbacks in old ones in the cemetery, local police sergeant Mack Helber starts services. Is it any wonder many of us feel anxious and confused? investigating. Can he shine some light on the dark history of the On one hand we have everything we could want. Don’t we live in estate? Is there any foul play involved? Will these people get their the lucky country after all? A place where thousands of migrants and money? Who does this estate rightfully belong to? And who can you refuges would aspire to come to. trust? We look forward to our children growing up to be healthy and This was a slower paced book that took me a couple of months to prosperous, in many cases to have a better standard of education read on the side of other books. It starts getting exciting and a bit and increased opportunities, yet we are told that many jobs will be scandalous in the final 100 pages, but the end could be seen as a little replaced by automation of some sort. controversial and distasteful by some, I’m sure. My inner prude was a bit disappointed with the outcome but perhaps I’ve see too many We read stories of superbugs which are now apparently becoming Hollywood films. If you’ve had enough of those neat happy ending a major problem and for which there is likely to be no successful stories you might find this interesting. I’m still not sure which of the treatment. We are told that antibiotic use is too prevalent and that many characters was ‘The lucky One’ of these drugs may not provide the solution to many health concerns. Yet there are many wonderful successful medical treatments available. Amidst all this external and internal conflict how we do manage to find a middle path? One where we can regard life as more often WHITTLESEA AND DISTRICT NETBALL pleasurable despite the many obstacles we face. ASSOCIATION When things were not going well in my life some time ago I received offers netball and competitions for all ages at the a present of a book. Its topic was ‘Resilience’. Perhaps that means Whittlesea Secondary College Sports Stadium. the difference between finding a way to deal with life’s difficulties Our SunCorp without letting them become totally overwhelming. A bit like walking a NetSetGo program is Netball Australia’s tightrope maybe but possibly it’s worth sharing a few of the suggested only junior entry netball program. It ideas which I found valuable. provides children from 5 to 10 years Try to develop an ability to solve some of your problems on a personal with a positive introduction to netball, level. Could that be seeking financial help, discussing the difficulties incorporating skill activities, minor games with appropriate qualified people or making lifestyle changes. and modified matches. Every Wednesday during school terms 3.45pm – 4.45pm. Work out a plan of action with definite small targets, weekly or monthly. Make a list of ways you could cope, try different things, work logically Junior competitions for ages 9 -17 have training on Wednesday through the problems. And ensure you do your best to achieve those afternoons and games on Wednesday and Thursday evenings targets. That way maybe you could chip away at the situation. (depending on ages). Seniors play on Wednesday evenings, with varying ages, levels and If you feel passionately about a particular event or action then write mixed teams. letters, protest, make your voice heard in a legal way of course. Join We also have representative teams that play in Diamond Valley every community groups with the same purpose. Saturday morning. Try to remain optimistic, see setbacks as transient and use your skills NetSetGo: Kellie - 0432 792 310 and abilities to overcome these. Sometimes it may be possible to embrace changes. Junior Competitions: Luke - 0410 321 525 Senior Competitions: Sue – 0438 180 240 Maintain a strong social network of caring friends and families. 13 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p12.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN CRAIG WALSH THE FOOTBALLING
K W QUIC NE DRY CORDNERS RIDS YOUR CARPET OF UNWANTED DUST MITES, PET FLEAS & BUGS By Glen Davis LEAVING A CLINICALLY CLEAN FRAGRANCE Recently we read about Collingwood’s great Gordon Coventry in the
SPECIAL! 3 ROOMS FOR $69 Town Crier, part of that famous footballing clan from Diamond Creek. PHONE CRAIG NOW 9716 2777 OR 0412 434 104 Another famous footballing family with links to Diamond Creek, and its surrounds is the ‘Cordners’. DEODORIZED & KITCHENS GARAGES SCOTCH GUARD Not all of the Cordners hail from Diamond Creek their origins being BATHROOMS DRIVEWAYS PROTECTION & OFFICES & CARPARKS from Sandhurst up Bendigo way. Not all played football in this area, AVAILABLE but many identify them with Diamond Creek, and adjacent areas. Let’s have brief look at the footballing exploits of the Cordners.
Dr Ted (Edward Rae) Cordner senior was the footballing patriarch of the family. He played twice for Melbourne, then a further 60 games
for the long defunct University side. Harry Cordner, was the younger brother of Edward Rae. He played 40
CAR INTERIORS VFL games, appearing for both Melbourne and University. UPHOLSTERY MATTRESSES COUCHES CLEANED Dr Ted (Edward) Cordner Junior was the son of Edward Rae. He was DEODORIZED AND CLEANED the elder brother of Denis, Don and John. His career for Melbourne DINING CHAIRS SCOTCH GUARDED & DEODORIZED saw him appear 52 times in the seniors.
Dr Don Cordner is possibly the best known of the family. He turned out for Melbourne 166 times. The 1946 Brownlow medalist also
played in two premierships with Melbourne as well as captaining, and being president of the club. He is the only amateur to ever win the Brownlow. He is named in the back pocket for Melbourne’s team of
the century. After 15 years of Carpet Cleaning, I now have the
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David Cordner was a forward with Melbourne. He played 58 games kicking 67 goals, during the 1980’s. His career included one season in GARDEN OF ROSES or PADDOCK OF PRICKLES Sydney. He was the son of Ted. As well as his brother, and sons, Edward Rae had two cousins, Laurence If you have something you would Ormaston (Larry) and Joseph Alan (Alan) Cordner. Alan did not turn like to contribute to ‘ROSES’ or ‘PRICKLES’ out for the Demons, he wore the Blue and white hoops of Geelong, as well as the Vertical black-and-white stripes of Collingwood in a 23 email it to: [email protected] game career. He was one of those Australians killed on the beaches at All submissions must include name and Cape Helles on April 25, 1915. His half-brother Larry played a match in 1933 for Hawthorn. He also played three first-class cricket matches contact details, including phone number for Victoria. (Not necessarily for publication) With the advent of the women’s football league we now have Harriet Cordner. She is the granddaughter of Don creating history by being part of the first grandfather-granddaughter combination at the Daylight saving REMEMBER, TURN YOUR highest level. She plays with Melbourne, the fourth generation of the time starts at 2am CLOCKS FORWARD family appearing in the navy blue and red. One hour Dr Ted Cordner (senior) set up his Diamond Creek medical practice 0 Saturday 30th September in 1922. He travelled throughout the region, visiting patients firstly on motor bike, then in a T model Ford. He covered a wide area from before going to bed Mernda, up to Kinglake, then down to Eltham. Dr Cordner later moved his practice to Greensborough, though not before his sons Denis and John were born in Diamond Creek. WHITTLESEA CHILDREN’S CENTRE For many years Dr Ted Cordner was the main, at times, the only 57-61 Laurel Street, Whittlesea. GP, north of Heidelberg. After World War 2 his son Don commenced Whittlesea Children’s Centre provides the Community with an essential medical practice in Diamond Creek. Over many years Dr Don Cordner service offering: * 3 & 4 year old Kindergarten sessions are run by was a much loved GP, serving the Diamond Creek Community. One qualified Kindergarten teacher. * Long daycare for Children from amazing story regarding his devotion was during the 1950 finals 3months to 6 years of age. * Fully qualified, dedicated and experienced series when he was delivering a baby at 1pm, scarcely over an hour staff * Stimulating programmes tailored for your child needs, based on prior to playing football. None the less he arrived at the MCG to take accordance of EYLF * Open 51 weeks of the year, 6.45am to 6.15pm. his place in the Melbourne team. * Nutritious meals & nappies provided POSITIONS AVAILABLE ~ Whittlesea Childcare Centre is a not for Finally in 1992, Dr Don Cordner retired. By that stage medical services profit, community managed centre. We provide a safe, caring and in the area had developed in line with the expanding communities engaging environment where children have the opportunity to interact Cordner, like Coventry, is a famous name in Victorian football. Both with others, whilst enhancing and developing skills. Parents can be these marvellous footballing families have strong links with the assured that their children are safe, secure and supported. communities in the northern outskirts of Melbourne. Please call Tracey on 9716 2153 and arrange a guided tour of Footy, it’s great mate!!! our friendly community centre or to make a booking.
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WHITTLESEA PHYSIOTHERAPY BEANIES FOR SAILORS The ladies of the Baptist Church in Burnie, Tasmania are seeking PREGNANCY AND EXERCISE help with knitting a few beanies for the sailors of the Mission to Pregnancy can be an exciting yet sometimes daunting time in a woman’s Seafarers, Port Lattta, Tasmania this winter. life, especially for first time mothers. Perhaps you are pregnant (or If you have a favourite pattern of your own, and prefer to use it, then planning to become pregnant) and are wondering whether or not please do. In case you need a pattern, here are two to choose from. you should be exercising during this time. Fortunately, there is a These patterns take approx. 50g wool each. lot of research indicating that physical activity is not only safe but BEANIE (1) beneficial for expectant mothers. Exercise can help keep pregnancy Using 8 ply Wool, and (No.7) needles cast on 81 stitches. weight gain in an acceptable range, prevent gestational diabetes and If the size needles stated here are not the size you normally pre-eclampsia (pregnancy induced high blood pressure). Exercise use with 8 ply wool, then please adjust accordingly. may also help reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy and st labour. Most pregnant women should strive for the most part to simply 1 Row: K2, *P1, K1, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 nd maintain their general fitness. 2 Row: *K1, P1, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 Repeat last two rows until work measures approximately 25 cm (10 ins) During pregnancy, ligaments and tendons throughout the body stretch, both to accommodate the growing baby and to allow the SHAPE CROWN st baby an easier passage out during labour. This can lead to aches 1 Row: *Rib 6, K2 tog. Rep. from * to last stitch, K1 nd and sometimes pain, particularly in the lower abdomen, pelvis and 2 Row: K1, *P2 tog, rib 5, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 rd lower back. This increased flexibility in the ligaments and tendons may 3 Row: *Rib 4, K2 tog. Rep. from * to last stitch, K1 th possibly increase a woman’s risk of injury. 4 Row: K1, *P2 tog, rib 3, rep. from * to end of row 5th Row: *Rib 2, K2 tog. Rep. from * to last stitch, K1 Pregnant women are also prone to increased dizziness. This is due to 6th Row: K1, *P2 tog. K1, rep. from * to end of row the rising level of hormones in the body that cause your blood vessels 7th Row: K2 tog. to end of row to relax and widen. This helps increase the blood flow to the baby but 8th Row: P2 tog, purl to last 2 stitches, P2 tog. also results in slowing down the return of blood to the mother. This can cause the mother’s blood pressure to be lower than usual and can To make up: Break off yarn and thread end through remainder of reduce the blood flow to your brain, causing temporary dizziness. It is stitches. Draw up firmly and fasten off. Join back seam, reversing therefore important to consider this when engaging in exercise. seam for last 10 cm (4 ins) for turn up. Finish off ends neatly. Every woman and every pregnancy is different. Some mothers BEANIE (2) may feel quite tired or achy while others may feel quite well and Using 8 ply wool and Number No.7 needles, cast on 86 stitches, and energetic. Most will fall somewhere in between and the severity knit garter stitch (plain) for 10 cms. of pregnancy symptoms will vary depending on how far along into Change to No 4 needles, work 20 rows stocking stitch. pregnancy a woman is. It would be advisable to seek advice from a SHAPE TOP GP or Obstetrician if you have a history of miscarriage or any existing 1st Row: K1, *K2 tog, K8, K2 tog. K9, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 medical conditions (e.g. Diabetes) that may affect your pregnancy. For 2nd and alternate Rows: Purl the vast majority of expectant mothers, exercise has many benefits 3rd Row: K1, *K2 tog, K7, K2 tog, K8, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 and is an excellent way to withstand the rigours of pregnancy and 5th Row: K1, *K2 tog, K6, K2 tog, K7, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 preparation for the demands of motherhood. 7th Row: K1, *K2 tog, K5, K2 tog, K6, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 An Accredited Exercise Physiologist can assist in developing an 9th Row: K1, *K2 tog, K4, K2 tog, K5, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 appropriate exercise program to help ensure a safe and healthy 11th Row: K1, K2 tog, K3, K2 tog, K4, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 pregnancy. If you or someone you know are interested in scheduling 13th Row: K1, *K2 tog, K2, K2 tog, K3, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 an appointment with an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, please 15th Row: K1, K2 tog, K1, K2 tog, K1, rep. from * to last stitch, K1 contact us at Whittlesea Physiotherapy. 16th Row: *P2 tog, rep. from * to end of row. Whittlesea Physiotherapy, Break off yarn, run end through remaining stitches. 2/17 Church Street, Whittlesea Draw up and fasten securely. Phone: 9716 2250 MAKE UP: Using back stitch, join seam, reversing for garter stitch for brim. Turn back brim. A Pom-Pom can be made and attached to [email protected] top of beanie if desired. www.whittleseaphysiotherapy.com.au Beanies can be sent to:- Marianne Whybrow, 52 Oonah Street, WHITTLESEA SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB INC Shorewell Park Tasmania 7320 P.O. Box 40, Whittlesea Phone:- 03-6433 3926 Community Activity Centre,57 - 61 Laurel Street, Whittlesea NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME WHITTLESEAMERS MEETING DATES AND ACTIVITIES for September We meet in the hall behind Christ Church in Whittlesea 6th 12.45 pm – General Meeting followed by Afternoon Tea If you would like to share your craft with us we would 13th 9am – Trip to Euroa and Burramurra for the day. Walnut farm love to have you. We do a variety of craft such as Tour. Lunch at the Euroa Hotel. Bus leaves at 9am sharp from the patchwork, embroideries, crochet, knitting & more corner of Church and Walnut street, site of the Old Commonwealth 10am - 3pm on Fridays Bank. Bus returns at approx.. 5pm. Cost $25.00 20th 1pm Trivia and Afternoon Tea with raffles and prizes. Cost $7.00 Please bring your lunch. Tea and coffee are 27th 1pm Bingo followed by Afternoon Tea. provided. We have a lot of fun. We also do charity August 2nd our club had the Annual General Meeting. Maria Tancredi work to help others. We’d love to have you from Whittlesea Council oversaw the elections for Office Bearers. Contact: Jenny 9716 0079 or Sandra on 9717 0704 PRESIDENT: JOHN PEACHEY VICE PRESIDENT: BILL BEASY For advertising in the Town Crier, TREASURER : DENISE HOPKINS ASST. TREASURER: JOAN KING contact Sue Ewert, 9716 2267 SECRETARY: FAYE MCAULEY [email protected] ASST. SECRETARY: MAGDA BURRIDGE Thank you to all of the Committee and Members who supported the For Copy contact Betty 8401 3330 club throughout the year and Congratulations to all the incoming [email protected] office bearers. th Secretary Faye McAuley 0420 414 698 Deadline is 15 of previous month 15 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p14.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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UPPER PLENTY PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPS FUN RUN Message from The Mayor.. On 27th July, the whole of Upper Plenty Primary School participated in the school Fun Run. It was a great afternoon with lots of kids pushing We know that crime is an issue facing all of Victoria at the moment, to beat their laps from last year. Lots of parents attended the event to including within the City of Whittlesea. support the students. Everyone made their way to their house stations, In partnership with Victoria Police, Council has developed a new where they were going to start the run. Over the loud speaker we were approach to CCTV in public spaces. In order to combat crime locally, told to start. Everyone was off running their first lap of the school, it was Council will pilot CCTV cameras in areas of high risk across the City great to see everyone giving it their best go. All the students displayed of Whittlesea. Technology will play an important role in our efforts to great sportsmanship and encouraged other students. deter and prosecute offenders in the years ahead. After 45 minutes of doing the Fun Run, finally the end bell sounded. Everyone was exhausted and made their way to the basketball court We’ll let you know more about the rollout of the CCTV cameras in for the presentation. coming months but remember safety is everyone’s responsibility and there are plenty of things you can do at home: A big congratulations to Cooper York for doing the most laps in the school, with 17 laps. * Install good quality locks on doors and windows Also, a big thank you to the FAF team for * Lock all windows and doors, even when you’re at home – unlocked organising this event and the parents and side and rear doors are the most common entry points for burglars teachers who helped with the lap marking. * Remove valuable items from view – particularly car keys, wallets and cash 2017 WHITTLESEA SHOW UPDATE * Make your house look occupied at all times. For example, ask a neighbour to bring in your mail and bins if you’re away for a while. Things are really starting to moo, neigh, bleat, click & cook………here at the Whittlesea Show Office. Our Program * Report suspicious behaviour to police immediately via Triple Zero has been released and can be found on our website (000). www.whittleseashow.org.au under Programs. All Spring is a busy time for Council with our $43 million New Works Horse entries need to be completed on-line via nominate. Program kicking off for the 2017/18 financial year. Keep an eye out for com.au Don’t forget to like us on facebook for all updates, new works starting around the Whittlesea area. competition releases and attractions. I am pleased to advise that some of the old favourites will be back again this year. We’ve also developed a master plan for the Quarry Hills Regional Parkland and we want to know what you think. The parkland runs Eroni’s Circus are pleased to be part of our show again. They are one of Australia›s newest circuses and their aim is to bring back a bit of old between Epping, South Morang, Wollert and Mernda. There are some world, vintage circus charm for modern day audiences. exciting items being planned including a major playground, high ropes course, super fly zipline, picnic shelters, BBQ and picnic facilities, They draw inspiration from the classical circuses of yesteryear with fitness stations, walking and cycling access. So make sure you take a beautiful glamourous costuming, lively original music, immaculately few minutes to fill out the survey on our website to tell us what you presented animals, traditional circus clowns, the smell of sawdust and think. the anticipation of what exciting act will come out next, through the red velvet curtain...... Pockets the Clown will be entertaining the crowds Finally, families with teenagers should note that Council’s immunisation and roaming the Showgrounds, FREE Stage Coach Rides will once again team is currently visiting local schools offering students aged 15 to 19 please our patrons along with a mass of entertainment on the Village a free Meningococcal W vaccine. In recent years the prevalence of the Green & Oak Stages. Courtesy of the Victoria Police Museum there will W strain – one of the six main Meningococcal strains – has increased be vintage police cars and vintage costumes. The SES will demonstrate significantly across Australia so the State Government has funded the road accident rescues, Whittlesea Township Motorcycle Club will be new vaccine to be added to the school schedule for 2017. there with the kids showing off their skills and plenty more to come. If your teenager is no longer attending school, they can still access the A feature of our Show and beyond is the Ambassador Competitions. vaccine for free through any of Councils public sessions. Winners of the Whittlesea Show will go on to compete at the Central & Upper Goulburn Group Competition and if you win at this level you Cr Ricky Kirkham, Mayor will go on to compete at a Sate Level. (Pictured are Adam Naylor and Shannon McLean our 2016 Ambassadors). JUNIOR SHOW AMBASSADOR COMPETITION - The aim of this Competition is to give young people a chance to take part in a YAN YEAN TENNIS CLUB competition whilst still residing in their local district and to be part of a local show and therefore highlighting the importance of Agricultural Shows. This Competition is open to Males and Females, aged 16- 19 The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING years at the time of their local show. of the Yan Yean Tennis Club Incorporated Judging Criteria: Entrants must wear smart casual clothing and will will be held on be judged in accordance with the following guidelines: Community th Involvement, Rural & General Knowledge, Ambitions & Goals, Monday 9 October, 2017 Communication Skills, Personality and Confidence & Overall Presentation. You are required to submit your Resume and 3 References. References at 7pm from Family Members are not acceptable. in the Members’ Room, RURAL AMBASSADOR AWARD - The aim of this Competition is to highlight the talent, creativity and ingenuity of young Rural Victorians and Whittlesea Bowls Club, in doing so encourage entrants to be role models across local communities. 101 Church Street, Whittlesea To encourage and reward enthusiastic, skilful and industrious young people living or having an involvement in rural environments. To assist Election of Office-Bearers and Committee all entrants through their participation to develop strong communication and leadership qualities. To enable the Applicant to gain greater will take place proficiency in their chosen field and also to develop Applicant’s stature All Members are invited to attend and reputation in that chosen field. This Competition is open to Males and Females, 20 years and under 30 years at 1st May 2018. Resume Supper provided and 3 References are required. Reference from Family Members are not acceptable. Anyone interested please call the Show Office on Adele Heaney (Secretary) 9715 1198 9716 2835. Happy Showing! Regards Tracey Goss - Secretary www.tennis.com.au/yanyeantc
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NOT SO LONG AGO, Just imagine, a theatre, full of working men and their wives on the one treat of OUR POET’S WITHIN MY LIFETIME the week. By Matt Dickinson It was a wonderful atmosphere, and CORNER a bit smokey too as there were no I am eighty odd years old, and maybe a bit restrictions on smoking back then. Even BILLABONG DREAMING odd with it. Within this life span, what was the war didn’t stop the Music Halls. A Over the ranges across the black soil flats, our entertainment, before films with sound, famous one in London, ‘The Windmill There is a place where the big rivers run, TV, iphones, video, Foxtel and the Internet? Theatre’ never closed, despite the Its mid summer now Now with TV etc… entertainment is on tap, all bombing. This piece was a monologue but the long day has passed, the time, iphones provide entertainment and spoken and then they sang the chorus. And the woodlands bid good night to the sun. information and connection between people The next chorus is about swimming in The full moon rises bright in the sky to the east, far away and close at hand. the sea The bushland becomes bathed Today, lovers walking together in the parks, ‘I’m shy, Mary Ellen, I’m shy in a soft golden light, they talk to each other with hands held and It does seem so naughty, oh my! Wild creatures venture out to feed and to play, make love, over the hand held iphones. A case Men are so rough and I’m sure they will In the wonderland of nature by night. of ‘I’m shy, Mary Ellen I’m shy’, I suppose. stare The night is their time to gambol and romp, Really in the past, entertainment was mainly They’d splash me and dunk me if I go And feed by the light of the big golden moon, family based sing-alongs, with someone in there The wombat and wallaby and fortunate enough to have a piano, fiddle, The girls ‘aint so rough as the men great grey kangaroo, or a piano accordian. Then we had wind up and they wouldn’t dunk me or try Will be joined by sugar gliders gramophones, with records made by leading So I’d rather bathe here, along with and possums there soon. artists such as Caruso, Nellie Melba, Peter the girls The echidna then slowly comes tumbling along, Dawson, Malcolm McCeckran, Paul Robeson Cause, I’m shy Mary Ellen I’m shy’ In the gum trees above hear the and many others. We played their records I was going to finish there, but, the mopoke’s loud song, repeatedly many, many times. Dances were last chorus is so interesting I am going Serenading the bandicoot arriving weekly events in most townships, with a band to include it. It concerns his marriage there for his fill, made up of a piano and/or a piano accordian night. Of the silvery waters of the bush billabong. accompanied by a saxophone. ‘I’m shy Mary Ellen, I’m shy The moon disappears when Wonderful dances these were with a great It would look so naughty, oh my the sun comes to view, supper afterwards. Humevale Hall was a But still we got married and got home And shines down brightly popular place for dances when we arrived in all right on the great Never Never, Australia. Now, only the hall chimney remains. and kept up the fun, with our friends The time has come now for marsupial folk, To rest by the billabong on the big river. The dances were all with the lady in the until night mans arms and not standing a yard apart and Then they wished Mary Ellen good-bye They have now had their food and gyrating as at present. No laser flashing lights, As they started to go, so did I drank up their fill, but perhaps one Mirror ball was switched on Then she said, ‘Your not going?’ And in the hot morning sunlight a beaming, for the ‘Moonlight Saunter’. A real happy place ‘I said, ‘yes I am,’ They retire now to sleep ‘neath the for young lovers to meet and then the man Cause I’m shy Mary Ellen, I’m shy’ river red gums, might enjoy taking the girl home after the last That chap had a most unusual, very And spend the day by the billabong dreaming. dance had finished. rare, problem. I am sure he was cured The sun rises high in the blue Austral sky, by Mary Ellen Cod and yellow belly in the When I left school at fourteen, I got a job water slowly swimming, in a bakery. This involved me in bakery work The Kingfisher wise waits with early shifts, and the sale of bakery for the blackfish to rise, produce during the day. Like all youth, I was BLOOD For some lunch among the water birds teeming. dissatisfied and got a job in a big department My blood is the gold, Breezes gently blowing to the river’s quiet flowing, store in Newcastle. On low wages and paying The gold to my veins. lodgings, I was skint most of the time. One And the leaves of the red gums, thing about having no spare money, it tends It races through my arms, glimmering gleaming, to keep you pure as the driven snow. It costs As fast as a field mouse Native birds of the woodlands money to do the wrong thing. Running through the grass, Mother Nature’s choir singing, The weeds, the plains. To wild bushland creatures, One of my pleasures, was spending one by the billabong dreaming. shilling and six pence each, for seats in the It is like the honey to the bee, William Schimleck GODS at the Music Hall. In Newcastle on Tyne The yarn to the kitten, there were two theatres and two music halls. The stars to the moon, And the branch to the trees. I frequented, ‘The Palace’ which had the My blood makes my hair, best humour, singing and chorus girls. Artists The My heart and my soul. rotated between cities in these theatre chains, It makes my bones, on a weekly basis. My personality and my eye colour. TOWN CRIER The Music hall crowds who participated in My blood makes me, these performances often with singing along It is in every horror movie, Wishes all Fathers with the artist. I mentioned the music hall Every crime scene, A very song before. ‘I’m shy Mary Ellen I’m shy’. It is Every hospital, a beauty. The chorus is Every human. happy ‘I’m shy Mary Ellen I’m shy Every animal, It does seem so naughty Every insect, Oh my kissing is nicey, I’ve often heard say All the teeth that you lose. But still how to do it, I don’t know the way FATHER’S DAY So, you put your arm round my waist Blood makes the sun red, I promise I won’t scream or cry The chilli burn, With family So you do the kissing and The red hair bright. and cuddling instead Mabel Macmillan (Grade 5) Cause I’m shy, Mary Ellen, I’m shy !!! Arthurs Creek Primary School friends 18 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p17.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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PRACTICAL PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE WHITTLESEA COMBINED PENSIONERS WARM THOSE KIDNEYS! Reg: A0025361A Ian McKenzie opened our August Meeting. This month I will focus on some real traditional Chinese Medicine to assist all of us feeling the cold Guest Speaker Mikayla Dunn spoke about her training to compete in and it’s relationship with the Kidneys. So first some the 2018 Winter’s Olympics at Pyeong Chang. If you can help Mikayla basic properties of the kidneys, The colour of the to reach her dreams please donate to Gofund me – Mikkis 2018 Winter Kidneys are Black and this is why when our Kidney Yang is deficient, Olympic Selection. you get dark blackness under the eyes to alert us to nourish those Ian McKenzie was voted as Vice President at this meeting. kidneys. The taste of the kidneys is salty which means naturally salty Thursday 21st September we will travel to the monthly Memorial Service foods nourish the kidneys, and yes that does include good sea salt but at the Shrine. We depart from South Morang 9am, Mernda at 9.10am a caution… too much salt will dehydrate the kidneys and too little will and Whittlesea 9.30am. Williamstown for a 2 course lunch. Cost $35 have you holding fluid causing oedema and leg cramping! So the Yin Thursday 19th October we travel to Clunes & Talbot Day Tours for a Yang balance is the key. Being a paired organ there is a distinctive Yin scenic tour through these towns discovering the history of these former and Yang aspect to the Kidneys, Yin being the Water as it filters our goldmining towns. Talbot’s historic buildings including railway station, water, and the Yang being the transforming that water into urine for town hall and former Union Hotel. We stay in Talbot for a 2 course lunch excretion. So a delicate balance must be maintained. at the Court House Hotel. We depart from South Morang 8am, Mernda Fear negatively impacts on them (think adrenal glands that sit on at 8.10am, Whittlesea at 8.30am and then Kilmore 9am. Cost $35 top on them) while determination and will are their positive aspects, Whittlesea Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association of Winter is their season and the Yang aspect is quite effected by cold Victoria Inc. is opened to all types of pensioners, their carers and so now is the time to nourish them as much as you can to fortify funded superannuants. Annual Membership fee is $8. for the Spring disease times! They look after our lower back, knees Trips and Lunchs are partly subsidized by Club except for the 5 day trips. and ankles, bones, our hearing and growth and development (think ST growing pains in children) so all these aspects are nourished when we ALL TRIPS MUST BE PAID THE 1 THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH focus on the kidneys. If members would like to attend any of the above trips but are unable to Kind nature has colour coded foods good for the kidneys in most cases come to the next meeting they can contact Nella Palmieri on 0433 114 960 foods that are black are particularly important. They include olives, Our next meeting will be held on Thursday 7th September at the capers, mushrooms and yeast eg. Vegemite, pepper, black beans and Whittlesea Community Activity Centre at 1pm red Kidney beans of course oysters and mussels and seaweed, and New members are always welcome Walnuts. Notice how most of these foods are salty in taste, or are ‘Til next time be safe, Nella Palmieri eaten with salt (except the Walnuts). Cinnamon and other warming spices are really good for the kidneys too so enjoy the warmth and flavour they bring. ROSE PRUNING So if you are feeling fatigued, cold, achy in the lower back knees or On Saturday. 15th July, 2017 a number of people visited the Whittlesea ankles (or have cankles!), need to urinate too often especially at night, Courthouse Visitor Information Centre in Whittlesea for the Centre’s and are lacking in drive and motivation get stuck into these black Annual Rose Pruning demonstration. Many questions were asked foods, your Kidneys will appreciate the difference. and answered by our rose expert Graham Sargeant. It was a good Until next time, stay well. Dr Angela Palmer insight into the roses and how and when to prune them for best effect. B.AppSc Human Biology, B.AppSc T.C.M. R.M.I.T. I’m sure the Centre’s roses as always did enjoy the special attention Kinglake Chinese Medicine, 2/1 Victoria Road, and will show their thanks with a beautiful display in October and Kinglake Phone:- 5786 1889 November so feel free to drop in for a look see. The Centre’s garden is looking particularly lovely at the moment thanks to our volunteers’ efforts and in particular that of Barbara Kress. The addition of mulch through Bevan from BBJ’s Garden Maintenance and Landscaping, EPPING SENIOR CITIZENS Kilmore has given the whole garden an extra lift. The Epping Senior Citizens attended the 65th Melbourne Gang Show. From all at the Whittlesea Courthouse we would sincerely like to thank Graham from Silkies Rose Farm at Clonbinane for providing his The story was adapted from Rudyard Kipling’s ‘JUNGLE BOOK’ and expertise and time to assist the public and the Centre’s garden. explores the coming of age of a boy raised by wolves and other classic animals. The Courthouse may arrange for Graham to come back in the Summer for an extra pruning demonstration so watch for details in the Town Act 2, Galactique 111, was about a cruise liner to the stars with Crier. amazing experiences. Detective adventure deep in outer space about Galactique 111. Enquiries:- Sue 9716 2267 or Courthouse 9716 1866 (9am –5pm) The show was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone and was all sing and Thanks to all who came along and enjoyed a very relaxing morning dance. and supported the Centre.
THOMASTOWN LIBRARY READING HOUR, Ages 4+ Bring your family for a cozy hour of bilingual stories. We will be telling stories in Macedonian, Italian, Dutch and more. Thurs 14th Sept 6 - 7pm CHESS, All ages Come learn and play chess with a chess master. All skill levels welome Saturday 23rd September 11am - 12 noon BOOMERANG BAGS, Adults. Join our volunteers as we up-cycle and make shopping bags for a community bag share program. Every Tuesday 10am - 12 noon MAKERS MORNING DROP-IN SEWING SESSIONS, ADULTS. Do you have an incomplete sewing project? Do you need some expertise and equipment? Come and join in our Maker Space. Every Thursday 10am - 1pm
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COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF WHITTLESEA INC P.O. Box 254, Whittlesea 3757 MEDIA RELEASE Inc. No. A0041714F Maria Tancredi from the City of Northern Health set to build a house with Whittlesea came to speak at The Freemasons Victoria Combined Probus Club of Whittlesea on Monday 7th August to enlighten Over 1,000 patients travel in excess of 80kms per year to seek the Members about the LEAP treatment at the Northern Hospital. Northern Health recognises that Programme. being disconnected from family and friends can have adverse effects on a patient’s health and wellbeing. In 2017, the Northern Health Our next Probus outing will be on Foundation will build homes, assisting patients and their families th st 20 - 21 September. This will be an visiting or seeking treatment at one of the Northern Health Campuses. overnight trip to Boort & Echuca, John Molnar, Board Chair, Northern Health Foundation, acknowledged visiting the Spanner Sculpture Freemasons Victoria for their ongoing support. ‘Thanks to Freemasons Gardens. After lunch we will visit Victoria, our two organisations will continually benefit from your Aussie Wool Quilts; Simply Tomatoes Maria addresses the club ongoing support. It is through initiatives like this dinner and signature and Woolly Warmers before going events such as the Northern Health Research Dinner, and Northern onto Echuca to stay overnight. Health Annual Dinner that the foundation is able to raise vital funds to Next day, after a cooked breakfast, support the health service,’ he said. there will be a guided tour of the Port of Echuca with lunch aboard a ‘The Northern Health Foundation Accommodation Relief Appeal was paddle steamer. Stopping at SPC in launched in November 2016 and since then we have purchased land Shepparton on the way home. to build our first of many homes, which will assist our patients and their families visiting or seeking treatment at one of the Northern If you would like to join us as Health Campuses,’ said Mr Molnar. a non Probus Member, please ring our Tours Officer on The Freemasons lodges supporting this event are Lodge of 9716 1881, you would be St. Mark, Lodge of Golden Fleece, Lodge of Evolution and the made most welcome. Victorian Naval and Military Lodge. John asks Maria a question The Freemasons Dinner will take place on Saturday 7th October 2017 at Melrose Receptions, Tullamarine. $125 per head includes a three course meal, beer, wine and soft drink. Dress: New York Theme. www.nhfoundation.org.au 8405 2897
WHITTLESEA HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC. President Bruce Batten and his Committee wish to cordially invite you to a meal, and to hear our Guest Speaker, Dr Madonna Grehan, give a talk entitled: ‘Female Maternity Attendants in Colonial Victoria Marlene gives a vote of 1850 –1900’ thanks to Maria Dr Madonna Grehan is a Registered General Nurse and Midwife and holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne. Her doctoral research focussed on a history of midwives, nurses, and the health of women MILL PARK LIBRARY in Victoria from the 1840s to the present. BRAINYGYM - Ages 18 months+ Ensure your child is kindergarten In this presentation, Madonna will discuss her use of coronial ready with activities known to stimulate brain development. Join us for investigations into maternal deaths as evidence of practice. Her stories and an interactive play session. Wed 6th Sept 10 - 11.30am interest in these records was sparked when examining primary sources at the Women’s Hospital in Melbourne. These records and BRAINY TOTS - Ages 18 months Help your toddler develop pre- other records offer valuable evidence of practice, and of community literacy skills and a love of learning with games, books and technology. expectations about that practice. Friday 8th, and 22nd September, 10.30 - 11.30 am KIDS KNITTING CLUB, AGES 8+ Come along and learn how to Madonna is an oral history interviewer for the National Library of knit, rainbow loom and make pompoms. Supplies are provided or bring Australia, and President of the Australian and New Zealand Society your own. Every Thurs during school term, 4.30pm - 5.30pm of the History of Medicine. HYPNOSIS: HEALTH THERAPY - Ages 15+ Presented by Whittlesea Bowls Club, Hypnotherapy expert Nicole. Hypnosis is used as an alternative therapy for weight loss, quitting smoking and more. Come along to 101 Church Street, this workshop, find our how it can help you. Whittlesea Phone: 9716 1966 Wednesday 6th September 7 - 8 pm Please arrive at 12noon for 12.30 pm, WRITING GROUP - adults Join a creative writing group and build Sunday 15th October, 2017 a network of writing friends that an offer support, advice and a fresh approach to writing and publishing. Wednesday 6th September, The AGM will start a 1pm and be followed by our 6.30pm - 8pm Guest Speaker. Raffle Prizes on the day! WHITTLESEA CONNECTIONS PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION Memberships are due at the meeting. LAUNCH - All ages. This project is a series of photographic workshops If you have special dietary requirements, the venue under the guidance of the professional community photographer and will assist. Please order and pay for your meal on film maker costa Athanassiou. This launch will celebrate the works and arrival. Drinks at bar prices. achievements of a very successful community project. Thursday 7th September 6.30pm - 8pm RSVP Sunday the 8th October; either to 394 PLENTY ROAD, MILL PARK 3082 Bruce on 0419 357 025, or by email to 9437 8189 www.yprl.vic.gov.au [email protected] The Venue needs to know numbers, for staffing purposes 20 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p19.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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KAREN’S HOME REMEDIES ST MARY’S MORE USES FOR VINEGAR CORN REMOVAL. To get rid of a corn, soak a Band-Aid in apple cider PRIMARY SCHOOL vinegar, and apply it to the corn, leave for a few days. You can also try soaking your feet in a shallow pan of warm water with half a cup 100 DAYS OF FOUNDATION - On Friday 4th August, Foundation of apple cider vinegar. Either way, finish by rubbing the corn with a (prep) students at St clean pumice stone. Mary’s celebrated 100 VINEGAR AS A FABRIC SOFTENER. Never buy fabric softener days at school. They again instead, simply use white vinegar. Use the same proportions dressed up to look 100 as you would for a liquid fabric softener you will never notice the days old, sang a special difference. song to their families and BRIGHTEN CLOUDY GLASS. If your drinking glasses are beginning had a 100 cake. They to develop a fine film due to too many trips through the dishwasher, are definitely 100 days soak them in a bath of warm vinegar for an hour. They will emerge smarter. sparkling clean. Mr. Whittles from the THE NEW JEANS CURE. Every time you get a new pair of jeans, Whittlesea Library came wash them in a solution of white vinegar mixed with water. Why? It to visit on this special day will remove their stiffness and make sure they stay colour-fast. Just to visit with the children. throw them in the wash with a cup full of vinegar and your usual The nursing home residents were able to talk to the children, visit amount of washing detergent. Feel free to add other clothes a well with the chickens and have a tour of the school. We look forward to because vinegar is great for your wash. another visit later in the term UNDERARM STAINS. When dealing with stains left by sweat and Mr WHITTLES VISITS ST MARY’S - deodorant, we always turn to vinegar. Soak underarm areas in vinegar Mr Whittles is a telepresence robot on a for 10 minutes before washing, the yellow stain and the smell will be miniature segway-style base with an iPad gone by the rinse cycle. If this doesn’t work, you can also try rubbing mounted on a telescopic pole to engage a paste of baking powder and vinegar into the stain before washing it isolated seniors in their community. Less in the usual way. mobile residents can have access to WHITE MARKS GOT YOU DOWN. When you let down hems on virtual tours, consultations and events clothing such as skirts, dresses, and pants, there is often a white mark without leaving home. This interactive where the fabric was turned up. Vinegar can be used to get rid of this robot is located within Whittlesea Library pesky stain. First warm up your iron, and then scrub the mark with an is available to the local nursing homes old tooth brush dipped in white vinegar that has been diluted with a TLC, Whittlesea Lodge and other socially small amount of water. Then press with the iron. The mark will usually isolated residents. come out, but if it doesn’t repeat the process until it does. SCHOOL ORCHARD - On Wednesday 9th August twenty fruit trees KEEP CHEESE FRESHER. To keep your cheese fresh and moist, were planted in the school. The Foundation students and their wrap it in a cloth dampened in white vinegar and put it in an airtight buddies planted the trees. container. The Foundation students will REMOVAL OF FISH SCALES. If you are gutsy enough to scale your be able to watch the trees own fish, make it easier by rubbing it with vinegar five minutes before grow during their time at scaling. school and in a couple of years Karen Mace they will be able to enjoy the fruit. Hans Hoffman from Just Picked in Yan Yean has been advising the development, Costa Group from Mernda donated two truckloads of Mushroom Compost to fertilise the area and parents from the school prepared the space for planting. The orchard contains mandarins, oranges, a lemon, a lime, apples, pears, plums, ARTHURS CREEK nectarines, peaches and avocados. The school will be adding a chicken coup in the upcoming weeks. ANNUAL GARDEN WALK Sunday, 12th November, 2017 9.30am to 3pm Gardens close 5.30pm Tickets available from Arthurs Creek Mechanics Institute 906 Arthurs Creek Road, Arthurs Creek Tickets ($20) entitle you to visit all gardens Devonshire Tea and light lunch available Various Craft for sale Plants for sale Landcare display For further information, ring Lois 9714 8447, Peter 9714 8496 or Gayle 9714 8270 21 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p20.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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WHITTLESEA U3A Sharing skills, knowledge, friendship for people 55+ NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Choose from 80+ Classes, keeping mind & body in excellent condition. VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES - Volunteering is a wonderful way to become involved with other seniors, share knowledge and experiences while making friends. We are particularly looking for tutors in the German language as well as Military History. If you are interested please contact our office
PHONE 9464 1339 At a time when warmth, compassion, Leave a message if no answer gentleness and understanding mean so much [email protected] WHITE LADY FUNERALS Website & for application forms www.whittleseau3a.org.au is there for you ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP $40 Single, $70 Couple WU3A are looking for volunteers who can instruct on the following subjects. Computer, History, Current affairs, Crafts, 24 hours a day, every day of the year Dancing, Voluntary tutors, and leaders for our classes and activities running weekly. Volunteering is a wonderful way to get involved with other seniors, and contribute to a cause you Thinking of planning are passionate about. Volunteering can also be a chance to make ahead? new friends or share your expertise. If interested, contact the office, details above. We held our 2017 Annual General Meeting at 2pm on Thursday 24th Guardian Pre-paid funeral plans available. August at Thomastown and Lalor Elderly Citizens Centre, 2b May Road, Lalor. Melways Ref. 182 B9. Your Pre-paid Funeral plan is inflation proof - Reports on the activities of Whittlesea U3A Inc. for the financial year unlike Funeral Insurance. No rising premiums. to 30th June was presented to the meeting followed by the striking Call for a no obligation appointment. of subscriptions and the size of the Committee of Management for the following year, followed by the election of the Committee of
Management. All committee positions were declared vacant and were 03 9408 4200 open to any financial member to be nominated. Nominations were received for the following positions:
WHITE LADY FUNERALS President; Vice-President; Secretary; Treasurer. Ordinary Members Finger food snacks, tea and coffee were available after the Meeting. 25 Cooper Street, Epping Tel. 03 9408 4200 A volunteer is a person who does a job without pay. In some countries, this is an alien concept; everyone that ‘works’ gets paid. Not so. Volunteers are an important part of Australian society. You can come across a volunteer without knowing and you don’t always have to know. There are many volunteers in government departments who work in partnership with volunteers across the state in a variety of ways to deliver a range of services to the general community. This concept makes opportunities to work with newly arrived migrants and refugees by providing a positive contribution to social inclusion in our increasingly diverse community. How does this affect WhittleseaU3A? We provide a wide range of social, physical and cultural activities, allowing members to participate at their own pace without the pressure of competition & performance expectations. These initiatives of WU3A are a demonstration of our objective of improving the utilisation of community resources to enable isolated members of our community to share in our WU3A classes and activities. The success of our efforts in completing mutually beneficial arrangements to enable quality classes and activities to be offered to our members has attracted approaches from Red Cross Australia and Life Without Barriers. The ‘Strengthening seniors inclusion and participation in local community’s project’ in which Whittlesea U3A is participating in with the City of Whittlesea Positive Aging Unit is progressing and providing Whittlesea U3A with the opportunity to establish partnering arrangements with local support organisation. These partnering arrangements have already enabled us to offer new supported classes and activities including: 1. Walking football in partnership with City of Whittlesea Positive Ageing Unit, Melbourne City Football Club and the Mill Park Netball stadium. 2. Chinese Medicine and Wellbeing delivered with the provision of tutors and subject experts from the Chinese Medicine Confucius Institute RMIT University. 3. Mosaics Class facilitated by Bunnings Epping who provide the Tutor, Venue and demonstration materials. 4. Utilisation of the Lalor Tennis Club facilities under a collaboration arrangement for Tennis and Craft classes. 5. Introduction of a monthly discussion group in the Township of Whittlesea with the support of the Yarra Plenty Regional Library Whittlesea Library. The Whittlesea Library is making available ‘Mr Whittle’ a new interactive robotic concept focused on enabling seniors to maintain social connection to the community. Lilian Kwiatkowski, Newsletter/website editor 22 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p21.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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Annuals Garden Organic Shovel Puzzle courtesy of educationalcolouringpages.com Beans Geraniums Peas Soil Beets Gloves Perennial Spade Biennial Gnome Petunias Sunshine Broccoli Greenhouse Pinwheel Tomatoes Carrots Grow Pitch fork Trowel Compost Hoes Planting Tulips Cultivate Horticulture Rain Vegetables Daisies Hose Rake Water Digging Hydrangea Relaxing Weeds Fertilizer Lilacs Roses Wheelbarrow Flowers Lilies Rows Fuchsia Marigolds Seeds Puzzle courtesy of Livewire Puzzles, http://puzzles.ca
Puzzle courtesy of RaisinOurKids.com
WHITTLESEA PRE SCHOOL Inc. We are now taking enrolments for 3 year old and 4 year old programs. We provide children with an environment that encourages and stimulates their development, and builds self confidence and social skills in readiness for school. The program and the environment are determined by the children’s needs and interests. Activities are based on play, which is central to the lives of all children. If you are looking for a kindergarten, please do not hesitate to contact us [email protected] Puzzle courtesy of RaisinOurKids.com 9716 2405 23 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p22.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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WHITTLESEA WHITTLESEA FIRE BRIGADE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Inc.. KITCHEN FIRES - Unattended cooking fires have again been identified as the leading cause of preventable house fires, with one in six preventable house fires in Victoria caused by cooking left unattended. Preventing unattended cooking fires comes down to being aware of the small mistakes that cause fires, such as common distractions in the kitchen, and the simple actions that help prevent fires, such as setting a timer for any cooking on the stove. Please take care in the kitchen, and never leave a stove unattended. HOARDING - People of all ages (including children) can display hoarding behaviour or live in squalor. They can live in any type of housing and be of any background. We have a fabulous new web site update so check it out at www. whittleseaphotographyclub.com Hoarding:- Hoarding is a recognised behavioural mental health condition that can be diagnosed and treated. In August, we had two great club members sharing ‘Experimenting with Editing’ where Lightroom and Photoshop was explained. Giving The three main behaviours that characterise hoarding are: members advice and tips on editing and resizing photos for future 1. Acquiring too many possessions; competitions or just your own photo pleasure. 2. Difficulty discarding or getting rid of possessions when they We are fortunate to also have another experienced underwater are no longer useful or needed; and photographer share his ‘Underwater Photography’ knowledge, how 3. Difficulty organising possessions. exciting. Our September inter club competition is ‘Landscape’ this It is estimated there are 1 million hoarders in Australia. Almost half of subject is a ‘photograph of natural scenery’, this subject will be popular all hoarders are in their 50s and 60s. I’m sure. As our cold winter is finally moving toward spring time, we Squalor:- Squalor is an unsanitary living environment that has arisen encourage all photographers to get out there and shoot something from extreme and/or prolonged neglect. Squalor poses substantial health amazing. and safety risks to people or animals residing in the affected housing. Future dates, September 14th Club Competition ‘Landscape’, Squalor can be accompanied by hoarding and the accumulation of September 28th is Organizing an Exhibition and October 26th City consumer items, packaging and animals. Outing ‘City Photography Walk’ Issues:- In the event of a fire or emergency, houses with hoarding We look forward to hearing from you and welcome all photo enthusiasts or squalor can: New members are always welcome. 1. Have access to the interior and exterior of the property Contact: [email protected] hindered; 2. Pose a tripping hazard; and 3. Have an increased fuel load. WHITTLESEA If you would like to report a house with hoarding or squalor that you consider a fire hazard, call the City of Whittlesea on (03) 9217 2170. ROTARY
BRIGADE INCIDENTS - For the month of July the brigade Rotary President, Jenny Towt handed responded to 10 call outs: 2 x controlled burn (1 x support), 1 x grass over a cheque for $250 for Men’s Health fire (support), 1 x structure fire, 1 x cooking fumes, 2 x EMR, 2 x motor Prostate Cancer Research to District vehicle accident, 1 x motor vehicle fire. Governor, Bernie Bott who came from TRAINING - Winter training continued in July with a structure fire Yarrawonga. activity that had brigade members practicing their BA and forcible entry Rotary also voted to donate $1,000 to skills, and a pumping activity that had brigade members practice pumping support WACCA in Whittlesea to keep water from a hydrant up the very steep Evelyn Street. it going. Brigade members also refreshed their knowledge of vehicle selection and crewing, and attended Humevale Golf Course to conduct a tank check. Christine Stowe, COMPETITION TEAM - The ‘Gunnaz’ continue to train hard. Public Relations Officer New members are always welcome so come on down and see our competitors in action, Monday evenings at 6.30pm at the Whittlesea station. WHITTLESEA DISTRICT TABLE Visit Whittlesea Fire Brigade’s web site TENNIS ASSOCIATION For enquiries, please ring www.whittleseacfa.com Les 0419 466 018 DO YOU HAVE A WORKING SMOKE ALARM? Website - http://www.wdtta.org.au/
WHITTLESEA ANGLING CLUB NEWS The Whittlesea Angling Club was re-established in 2014 and is a not-for-profit organisation. The club is For children aged 0 – 4 family orientated and we are happy to accept anglers at any skill level. The members are always happy to Your first two visits are free! share their experience and knowledge. We have some Develop your children’s social skills & development with trips and events organised. our creative crafts, awesome activities, educational toys, The club meets 7:30pm, the second Tuesday of every month at the Royal outdoor area and excursions! Mail Hotel, Beech Street, Whittlesea. Open Monday,Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Please come along if you are interested in becoming a member. 9.30am - 11.30am MEMBERSHIP PRICES Rear of 28 Forest Street, WHITTLESEA Adult: $50.00 Juniors under 16 years: $15.00 For more info: www.facebook.com/whittleseaPlaygroup Family: $80.00 CONTACT: 0488 677 582 or call Melanie 0430 091 303 Email: [email protected] 24 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p23.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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During his tenure as Captain, Colin was responsible for the KINGLAKE RANGES interpretation of the rules of golf and related Golf Australia and NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE Golf Victoria requirements, during which time he held regular Match Committee meetings at his residential address. Leadlighting Classes - Our 2 classes of Colin, as President presided over insurance claims during 1998 when leadlighters have blossomed in their work this our club had serious damage to many of the greens, necessitating term. We have seen four beginners complete their the need to replace them. primary work pieces with ease, gaining skills and Happy Leadlighting confidence for their future adventures in to lead Colin has been, and is a club member who, in his various roles, has John Pottage lighting. enjoyed being involved to make a significant contribution to the (Tutor) Whittlesea Golf Club. Three of our on-going students have completed some large and varied works this term. Sue with a CHARLES CASTLE - Membership in recognition of his tireless efforts detailed elegant lyrebird, Bernadette with a large with the Whittlesea Golf Club for the past 20 years. Charles began and detailed spray of roses, and Sharon with a his duties as Club Secretary in his first term 1999 to 2000 and then large ovoid “tree of life”. It is this infinite variety continuous service from 2001 to 2011. During this time, he also assisted of styles and glass selection that is so beautiful in with House, Social and Administration portfolios and has addressed a this medium. number of issues that our club faced in very difficult times. We will continue to hold classes for the usual days What is staggering is how the efforts of one person, one particular person, and times in Term 4. We hope to include a 3 hour, can truly make a difference in addressing Golf Club issues. Charles single session in early December for beginners. volunteered to run the group known as ‘Dads Army’ which has assisted This class will be low cost and focus on Christmas Bernadette with many course improvement and maintenance. Some the Club tree decorations using copper foil techniques and instigated but many simple designs. For those in our community who of his own initiatives, would like a taste of this medium, this will give a after consultation with good introduction to the less involved side of lead the Course Curators lighting. See you there! and all for the benefit of the Club and its KINGLAKE RANGES OP SHOP members. Become an Op Shop volunteer! Do you have a passion for fashion? Want to These included support your local community? Join the Kinglake general course Ranges op shop volunteers while developing new maintenance such as Sue skills and making a difference in a whole new way. branch clearing, grass More reasons for volunteering in an opp trimming around shop: tees and such like. • Learn new skills in retail • Add new volunteering One key example experience to your resume • Connect with your of his dedication to community • Make new friends with dedicated the course was the Photo:- Charles Castle and Colin Walker volunteers and staff • Receive great discounts • planting of kikuyu grass Have fun with fashion! on the 9th, 13th and 16th OPP SHOP HOURS as from September 2017: fairway humps, during which he manually watered prior to significant Wednesday 10am-4pm, rainfalls. These humps are now well grassed as a result of Charles Thursday 10am-4pm efforts and ‘Dads Army’. With the decline in membership, Charles Friday 11am-4pm, attended the Whittlesea Show with a small tent trying to increase the Saturday 10am-4pm Sharon membership for the Club. For more information call Laura at the Neighbourhood on 5786 1301 or He has organised and co-ordinated the Monday over 50’s group of email: [email protected],– we would love hear from you! players for the past 15-20 years in which he attends to start off the Monday competition in which he regularly provide any important club NEW SEMESTER 2 PROGRAM - For dates and times of all our information to those participating. Even though he has not been able upcoming classes and courses, check out our Semester 2 Program. to play golf for the past 2 years he still continues in this role. If you didn’t receive one in the mail you can pick up a copy from one * Has prepared a weekly newsletter for the over 50’s. of the local businesses in Kinglake or in Kinglake West. Or call in for a * Has provided additional income to the bar and pro shop as a result chat and pick up a copy at the House! of this Monday competition. We hope to see you at ‘The House’ * Has organised inter club competitions between Whittlesea and soon, Vicky, Laura & Denise Kilmore, Kyneton, Healesville RACV and the annual end of year 6 McMahons Rd. Kinglake dinner for the over 50 golfers. * Organises the popular yearly trip to Barham for the over 50’s that includes him arranging Motels and Golf bookings. * Has recruited many new members who have progressed from the Monday competition to become members of the club. When our Clubhouse was destroyed by fire, Charles Castle devoted a considerable amount of his time in finalising the insurance payments.
The club recently held its Christmas in July where the club awarded two of its members with Life membership. We congratulate both Colin and Charles and thank them for their dedication to the WGC. COLIN WALKER - In recognition of his tireless efforts with the Whittlesea Golf Club. Colin joined Whittlesea Golf Club during August 1981 and during his 36 years as a club member he has: 1. Occupied the position of President for 6 years. 2. Occupied the position of Captain for 10 years. 3. Occupied the position of Treasurer for 18 months. Colin has provided strong support in the management of Senior, Colts and Junior pennant teams since his first involvement in 1993 with interclub pennant. His involvement with the pennant teams was for a duration of 10 - 15 years, a main focus being on the management and development of the junior teams. Photo:- Brian Thompson - President, Charles Castle, Colin Walker, and Captain Michael Bland 25
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CRAIGIEBURN SUPPORT & EXERCISE EPPING RSL ANGLING CLUB, meets 2nd COMMUNITY CALENDAR GROUP Are running classes in chair based Monday month, meeting room, Epping RSL, MEETING DATES & CONTACTS exercises, Qi gong, Nordic walking, craft group. Harvest Home Rd, Epping. All Welcome. Spencer 1st EPPING SCOUT GROUP, Scout Hall, Duffy For more information phone Brenda 9308 4456 0408 888 773 [email protected] St, Epping. Scouts Mon.7-9pm, Cubs Tues. Or email [email protected] EPPING PENSIONER ASS. Meets Tues. 6.30-8pm. Joeys Wed. 6.30-7.30pm. Enq: Group CRAIGIEBURN RESIDENTS ASSOC,. Inc., 12.30-3.30pm, Memorial Hall. Happy, friendly Leader Marita Bassett 0409 997 714 Meet 1st Wed. Month, 7.30pm, Selwyn House, group, many activities & outings. 1st KINGLAKE SCOUT GROUP, Scout Hall, Craigieburn. All Welcome. Brenda, 9308 4456 Irene 8401 3332 or Doreen 9401 4431 Kinglake Football Ground, Kinglake Central. CMSC (Council of Single Mothers & their EPPING TENNIS CLUB Inc., Epping Reserve, Cubs (7-11yr) Wed. 7-8.30pm. Scouts (11-15 Children) FAWKNER, Meet monthly, 12.30- Cnr. High & Park Sts. Lynn 9408 6932. Players yrs) Tues. 7-8.30pm. Venturers (15-18yrs) Fri. 2.30pm, free lunch. Meet others in support group of all standards welcome. Social, Coaching. Day 7-8.30pm. Enq: Mel Ennis 0438 237 836 Natalie 9654 0327, [email protected] & night tennis available. 1st WHITTLESEA SCOUT GROUP, CSMC, VICTORIA phone support & referral FINDON CALISTHENICS CLUB Sth.Morang Scout Hall, 40 Fir St. Joeys (6-7yrs) Thurs. for single mums by single mums, support group. Primary School, Tues. & Thurs. evenings. 6-7pm, Cubs (8-10yrs)Wed. 6:30-8pm, Rovers Family law,domestic violence,houseing info Glenys 9716 2568 (18-26yrs) meeting with Turbo Rover Crew young mums etc.. (03) 9654 0622 (rural callers) FINDON PONY CLUB Beginners to Mon. 7:30-9:30pm. Enq: ALAN HARDING 1800 077 374, [email protected] experienced riders. Rally days 1st & 3rd Sun. 0409 515 998 www.csmc.org.au Month. Fully catered. Regent St. Mernda. AFRICAN DRUMMING CLASSES, weekly at CWA HURSTBRIDGE Meets 3rd Wed. month, [email protected] Allwood Neighbourhood house, Hurstbridge. 7.30pm. Community Centre, Greysharps Rd. All FRIENDS OF SOUTH MORANG (FOSM) Thurs. night,Fri. afternoon. Timid beginners, age groups welcome. Anne 9714 8541 Meet 7.30pm, 2nd Thurs month, except Jan. A not adults & older children welcome & free trial for profit comm. Group representing the interests C.W.A. JUMBUNNA BRANCH, Interested in offered, at start of every school term. of residents of City of Whittlesea based Sth. CWA? Ring Sandra Hocking, 9716 2345 Annie 0407 102 578, 9718 1002 Morang. Trevor 0418 513 304, or Facebook AL-ANON, SEYMOUR, meets every Mon. DIAMOND CREEK BOWLING CLUB, FRIENDS OF TOOROURRONG (F.O.T.) For 12 noon, Uniting Church Hall, 15 Crawford St, Recreation Reserve. A friendly club, synthetic info & meetings/activities, Sec. Jan Hyndman Seymour. Enq: Colleen 0422 879 388 greens, play all year. Social & Pennant comps. 0427 510 092 [email protected] Free Coaching. 9438 1717 www.dcbc.org.au AL-ANON, WALLAN, WED. 7pm, P.O. Box 283, Whittlesea. Neighbourhood House, Wallan. DIAMOND VALLEY 50’s CLUB Inc., Mon or FRIENDS OF WESTGARTHTOWN, Thurs. try Zumba Gold for Seniors. $4 session. Westgarth Precinct, Ziebell’s farmhouse, 100 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS , Whittlesea, Tai Chi & Aeorbics $3 session, also Bowls, Gardenia Rd, Thomastown, (Mel. 8,H5) open 2nd group meet every Friday 8pm, Uniting Church, Table Tennis, Cards & Craft. Sat. afternoon, New Sun. Month. 1-4pm, Nanette 9464 1805. Guided Cnr. Forest & Walnut Streets, Whittlesea. vogue dancing & monthly bus trips. Community tours Mon - Fri. for groups 10+ Tatiana AURORA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, Hall, 37 Lambourn Rd, Watsonia, Pres: Dennis 9464 5062, www.westgarthtown.org.au representing Epping Nth/Wollert community Richards 9016 8238, 0447 575 098 FRIENDS OF THE WILDLIFE RESERVES since 2009. Advocacy on matters of local www.dv50plusclub.org.au Inc., Working bees, held Gresswell Nature importance, social gatherings/events. Conservation Reserves, Bundoora monthly. www.aurora.asn.au/ [email protected] DIAMOND VALLEY ARTS SOCIETY Classes daily, Morn, arvo, evening in pottery, Shirley 9466 9292, http://home.vicnet.au~fwir/ BELLY DANCING LESSONS for women, sculpture, life drawing, painting watercolour. GREENSBOROUGH & DISTRICT Tues. 7pm, Wed. 10am. Peter Lalor Vocational Oil, acrylics & pastels. Greensborough College, ANGLING CLUB Inc., 90 years young, new College Gym, 35 Duncan Rd, Lalor. Children 199 Nell St. Greensborough.(Mel.20,G3) Edith members always welcome to our family club, welcome. 0413 423 926, 9408 8407 Meaklim 9432 9871, www.dvartsociety.com meets every Thursday fortnightly at 8pm at our BEVERIDGE & DISTRICT PONY CLUB Clubrooms 161 Para Road Gr’gh – 0400 208 465, rd DIAMOND VALLEY CAKE DECORATING Rally days held 3 Sun. Month, experienced GROUP Meet every 2nd month, Sat. 1pm, [email protected], www.gdac.com.au instructors. New members welcome. Library, Ibbotson St. Watsonia. Workshops, guest GREENBROOK COMMUNITY HOUSE 40 Enq: Lynda 9745 2151 or demonstrators, afternoon tea & raffle. Dot Evans McFarlane Cres.Epping. Liz, 9408 0916 www.beveridgeanddistrictponyclub.piczo.com 9303 8000 or Liz Blake 9717 1036 MARVELLOUS MOSIAC during school terms nd BONSAI, Northern suburbs meet 2 Thurs. DIAMOND VALLEY GEM CLUB, Grace people with disabilities welcome. 9408 0916 month, at Lalor Library Community Room, May Park Cottage, cnr. Henry St & Duncan Ave, MUSIC4FUN Every Thurs. during school terms Rd, Lalor, 7.30pm. Mark 0408 059 094 Greensborough. Keith 9437 1356 SINGING GROUP meets Tues. during school BRIDGE CLUB, WHITTLESEA, Plays www.diamondvalleygemclub.com.au terms. 12-1pm, Prof. leader. 9408 0916 Mon.12.30-4.30pm, Wed 7.30-10.30pm at Bowls DYNAMIC DRAWING FROM LIFE Learn DIAMOND VALLEY MULTIPLE BIRTH Club. Enq: Lyndall 5786 1839 to draw from life using range of materials & ASS. Inc. Kristi, 9438 6820 surfaces. Suitable beginners, rusty drawers. BUSINESS STUDIES CLASSES, Whittlesea DIAMOND VALLEY PENGUIN GROUP Professional artist teacher. Tues. 7-9pm Community Network, 1st time computer users, Speaking club for women. Meet 2nd & 4th Tues. STEPPING OUT IN EPPING Friendship & MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Photoshop, MYOB, month, 7.45pm at Greenhills Neighbourhood Exercise. Tues. 9-10am. Free 9408 0916 9716 3361 Centre, Community Drive, G’borough. Visitors ART4KIDS Primary school age kids. Wed. CHEETAHS SOFTBALL CLUB welcome. Lyn 0459 186 670 4-5.50pm 9408 0916 Jun.,Sen.,Male,Female,come along, join club. www.penguinclub.victoria.com GET CRAFTY Not a class, a group getting Cater for all abilities, incl. T.Ball, Pixie,& together over tea & biscuits. Bring your craft. DIAMOND VALLEY VIETNAM VETS Primary levels. Kerry Laird 9466 4197 MOSIAC FOR BEGINNERS & BEYOND (DVets) Meet Fri. arvo, RSL,G’borough. 3.30- Design your project, cut tiles, glue, grout, seal CITY OF WHITTLESEA PLAYGROUP 7pm in Nui Dat Room. All Viet. Vets welcome. your work, friendly class. Wed. 7-9pm ASSOCIATION Enq: Des 9465 8664 Peter 0400 363 143 All above enquiries: Liz: 9408 0916 COMBINED CHRISTIAN CHURCHES OF DOREEN COMBINED PROBUS CLUB Inc., HUFF & PUFF VICTORIA Inc., Meets 1.30- WHITTLESEA Info. contact: Ivan 9716 2330, Meet Laurimar Comm. Centre, Cnr. Hazelglen 3.30pm, 1st Wed. Feb to Dec. at Banyule CHS Shane 9716 3057 Dve & Brookwood Ave. 1pm, 1st Wed. month. Cnr. Catalina St & Alamein Rd, West. Heidelberg. Faye Ridgway 0418 846 143 CONTACT COMMUNITY CENTRE, (Mel.19E12) Max Beach 9435 5731 Respiratory Bundoora Hall, Noorong Ave, Bundoora. Wide DOREEN CHRISTIAN HOME support group, pateints,& carers. range of activities, arts, crafts,exercise etc.. FELLOWSHIP Meet every 2nd Fri.,8pm, HURSTBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB, New members welcome. 9467 6305 Cookes Rd, Doreen. Pastor Peter 0410 651 903 Greysharps Rd. New bowlers welcome, Ladies & COWRA (Ratepayers Association of Whittlesea Mens Pennant. 9718 2159. Free Coaching. Inc.) Meets 3rd Thurs. month, rotating between Whittlesea Comm. Activity Centre & Riverside If your notice needs updating, is out of date HURSTBRIDGE PROBUS CLUB Semi, Comm. Activity Centre, 8pm Kerry 9715 1503 or no longer required please notify Betty, retired folk invited to join, fellowship,friendship 8401 3330 [email protected] & fun. Carolyn, 9719 7322, or 9435 4108 26 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p25.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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KILDONAN UNITING CARE, YOUTH MILL PARK RECYCLED TEENAGERS NORTHERN SUBURBS FIBROMYALGIA REBUILD Outreach support,Whittlesea, for SENIOR CITIZENS Inc., Meets Tues, 1.30-4pm, SELF HELP GROUP, people medically young people 18-26, and families. Jessica Eaves, Community Hall, Cnr. Mill Park Dve, & Blamey diagnosed (FMS) or Chronic Fatigue (CFS) 8401 0118, 0427 795 178 Ave. Activities include games, speakers, day trips 9464 7756, [email protected] & short hols. 9404 2385 KILMORE MINIATURE RAILWAY, Last Sat. PAWS, Parent Association at Whittlesea Month.(weather permitting) 10am-1pm. MILL PARK SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Inc., Secondary College, 3rd Tues. month, 7pm, in 5781 1711 www.kilmoreminiaturerailway.org Meet Wed. 8.30am-2.30pm. Includes Bingo, Carpet Conference room at WSC. [email protected] Bowls, Snooker & outings. Maureen Watts 9216 1763 [email protected] KINGLAKE BADMINTON CLUB, Sports MITCHELL AGILITY DOG CLUB Inc., Meet Sun.arvo. At L. B. Davern Reserve, Wandong. We PLENTY VALLEY ARTS, LePage Homestead, stadium, cnr. Main/Extons Rd, (near footy oval). Gordons Rd, South Morang. Welcome inquiry New players welcome. Tues. 8pm, Wed. 9.30am train in the VCA recognised sports of dog agility & jumping. Graeme 5782 1335, Cheryl 5782 1693 re: classes in Watercolour, Oil, Pastel & Pottery. Neville 9716 2020, Betsey 9716 3731 or Agnes Marilyn Schofield 0419 960 760 or 9714 8272 MITCHELL BICYCLE USERS GROUP Pam Ziedas 9848 4171 KINGLAKE CRAFT GROUP Inc.,Group (MBUG) Runs a ride every Sunday 9am, unless PRETTY SALLY GARDEN CLUB, Meet 2nd meet weekly Wed. 11am-2pm craft room rear stated otherwise. Beginners welcome. John Pyle Wed. Month, 7.30pm, Bowls Clubrooms, Kilmore. K’lake Sports stadium, Cnr Extons & Kinglake/ 5787 1333 or www.mbug.org.au Speakers, trade table, supper & club excursions. Whittlesea Rds. [email protected] MITCHELL BUSHWALKING GROUP, meets Helen 5782 0102, June 5782 1236 Jo. 0409 175 124 fortnightly, weekends. Mary 0428 479 469 Wayne RADIO LICENCE CLASSES, Join a fast KINGLAKE PONY CLUB Inc., Rallies 3rd Sun. 0451 519 734 [email protected] growing hobby. Get licence to operate your own month. Andrew McDowell 9418 999 986, Bunty MITCHELL MASONIC LODGE, meets 4th station. May take a single weekend plus the O’Bree 0413 130 659. Box 157, Kinglake 3763 Mon. month, 7.30pm (Dec. 2nd Mon) at Masonic reading of a book. Barry Robinson, Amateur Radio KINGLAKE RANGES TENNIS CLUB Centre, Murchison St, Broadford. Non-affiliated & affiliated members most welcome. The Sec. Victoria, 0428 516 001 Coaching - Wayne Broom. Mondays: kids 5+, [email protected] 3.45-6pm. Ladies: 6-7pm. Thurs: Kids 5+, 3.45- 5784 3223, further details, 1800 068 416 6pm, Sutherland Rd, Kinglake Central. 0437 008 788 NATIONAL SENIORS GREENSBOROUGH ROSANNA PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB, Meet 1st, 3rd & 5th Thurs. month 8pm, in Hall, St. Pius X LALOR COMMUNITY DANCE GROUP BRANCH, Servicing Banule,Nillumbik, Church, 431 Waterdale Rd, West Heidelberg, (cnr. Learn Rock’n’roll, Salsa, Latin, Ballroom Whittlesea & surrounds. Meet RSL G’borough Altona St.) (Mel.31,F2) etc... Tues. at St; Luke’s Hall, David St, Lalor. 10am, 3rd Tues. Jan, Feb, Apr, May, June, July, www.rosannaphotoclub.com Beginners/Intermediate 6.30pm, Advanced. 9pm. Aug, Oct & Nov. 6pm for March & Sept. [email protected] Alby 0418 319 415 Marlene Goodyear 9435 2529 [email protected] st LALOR/THOMASTOWN COMBINED ROTARY CLUB OF WHITTLESEA, Meet 1 & www.greensboroughnationalseniors.com.au rd PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION meet Wed. 3 Mon. 6.30pm for 7pm, Whittlesea Bowls Club, NATIONAL SERVICEMEN’s ASSOCIATION 1pm, 1 Spring St, Thomastown. Games, choir, Church St, Whittlesea. Bain Simpson OF AUSTRALIA - NORTHERN DISTRICTS 9401 1373 [email protected] day trips & fun. New members welcome. Honor SUB-BRANCH, P.O. Box 1702, Preston, 3072. 9465 2182 Sec: Michael Fahie 0403 225 609 ROXVALE CALISTHENICS COLLEGE, LEISURE & LEARNING CLASSES & NE ROADSAFE SAFETY COUNCIL, meets 3rd Competitive, enrolling pupils all year. Classes held ACTIVITIES Whitt. Comm. House, - Art, Wed. Month. New members welcome. Help reduce Greenvale, Tues. Thurs., nights. book,photography, reading & music groups & road toll. Peter Bishop 9313 1189 Renae 5782 0506 or 0427 817 957 more. 9716 3361 NEST NATURE PLAYGROUP, meets during SAFETY HOUSE ENQUIRIES, 9775 0099, MEN’S SHED, WHITTLESEA at term, Bollygum Park in Kinglake. Wed. 10am- [email protected] Showgrounds, 30 Yea Rd. Open Mon, Thurs, Fri midday. Free play, songs, rhymes, morning tea & a SEW HAPPY CRAFTWORK, Women, all ages, 9am-2pm. New members welcome. Pres: Phil story. All welcome. Mary-Anne 9716 7314. Weekly or skills. Tues, 10.10am-2.30pm, Creeds Farm Berchdolt Sec: Daryl Hannant Postal: Box 87, fee help costs. Sue Maslin, (K’lake Steiner Playgroup). Whittlesea 3757. 9716 0116 Living & Learning Centre, Cnr Redding Rise & NILLUMBIK GARDEN CLUB, meets 1st Mon, [email protected] Snugburgh Way, Epping. $3 ea., bring your own month, 8pm at Melbourne City Mission Retirement www.whittleseamensshed.weebly.com materials. Rose 8320 3973 Centre, Diamond St, Eltham. Club bench comp. SINGING GROUP, meet 2nd Thurs.7.30-9.45pm, MERNDA CHESS CLUB MV Community Flower of month, Trade table & supper. Chris: 9434 2023 Activity Centre,, 70 Mernda Village Dr, Mernda Wallan Multipurpose centre. Lead by professional NILLUMBIK PROBUS CLUB meets at Bridges choir leader, wide range music. Great fun & feeds Thursdays 7-9pm,all ages all welcome Restaurant, Main St. Hurstbridge. 2nd Wednesday MERNDA COMMUNITY SINGING, Thurs. the soul. $15, tea, coffee, fruit, chocolate supplied. at 9.45am. Tom Stirling, President. 9438 2038 Sarah 5781 1950, Joanne 0419 564 915 7-9pm, at Community Activity Centre, Mernda. 0467 453 122 Open to everyone. Jeannie Taylor 0438 931 749 SOUTH MORANG CWA NIGHT OWLS, NORTH EASTERN BIPOLAR SUPPORT ‘Heritage Lakes’ at Estia Nursing Home, Plenty [email protected] nd GROUP, Meet 2 Wed. Month, 274 High St. Road Sth. Morang. Craft, 1st Tues. month, MERNDA CWA Meets 1st & 3rd Mon. month Thomastown (Next to Bridgestone Tyres) Railway Meetings 3rd Tues. Month, 7-10pm Lyn 9435 6048 7.30pm, Uniting Church Rooms, Schotters Rd. side of High St. Neville 0403 278 163 SOUTH MORANG PROBUS CLUB Inc., meet Craft 1st Mon. month. Kate 0437 719 838 NORTHCREST CALISTHENICS CLUB, [email protected] Classes Mernda Mechanics Institute Hall, Cnr. Mill Park Baptist Church,11 Morang Drive Mill Park. 2pm 3rd Tues. month. Ron Cassidy 9401 2587 MERNDA SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Inc., Bridge Inn & Plenty Rds. Mon., Tues., & Thurs. Meet 1st, 3rd, & 5th Mon. 10.30am-3pm $1.50 per evenings. Justine 0409 429 016 STRENGTH TRAINING or WATER head & a plate. CFA clubrooms, Schotters Rd. NORTHERN VETERAN CYCLING EXERCISE CLASSES, Join this self help class. Lorraine Smyth 9404 8095, 0415 305 119 ASSOCIATION INC. Provide cycle racing for Plenty Valley Community Health, 9409 8724 women 30 & men 35+. Racing is mainly scheduled MILL PARK GARDEN CLUB, meet 3rd Fri THOMASTOWN NETBALL ASSOCIATION, on Sunday a.m.’s and is graded. Criterium racing is month (except Dec, Jan). 1-3.30pm, Community looking for individual teams for Ladies Comp at Campbellfield, handicap road racing is at a venue Centre, Cnr. Mill Park Dve & Blamey Ave. (Mel. 2016. Tues. nights, RMIT (BNASC) McKimmies about 1 hours drive. We have a trial ride system so 10, A6). Guest speakers, mini show trade table, & Rd, Bundoora. Cater all levels & culturally aware. come along and enjoy your cycling. Albert Rain Diane Ostovich 0402 279 608 outings. Chris: 9404 1554, Shirley: 9456 4135 0407 561 028 or Allison Watt 0438 010 530 email: [email protected] UNITED BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY Inc., NORTHERN BREAST CANCER SUPPORT Pres: Vic Murray 0414 344 081, MILL PARK LIBRARY - Media Conversion GROUP, providing comfortable atmosphere for Workshops - Every 2nd & 4th Monday month, [email protected] Sec.: Eva those affected, family & friends. Moral support, De Rango 9816 3560, www.budgieunited.asn.au 1-2pm. Learn to convert VHS, Cassette tape, laughs & shared experiences. Meet 2nd Mon. month, photo slides to digital. 1pm, Northern Hospital. Morning tea at Epping ULYSSES CLUB, WHITTLESEA BRANCH, MILL PARK LIBRARY - Discussions of the Plaza near Aldi, 10am & in food court, meet last meet Sat. Mornings for coffee, catchup. Social club Unexplained. 2nd Wed. Month. 7-8pm. Come, Mon. month. Unable to offer transport, but have fun for motor cyclists 40+. Rides on Tues. & Thurs. discuss all things mysterious & unexplained. outings. All welcome. Veronica (Pres.) 9401 2030 for lunch weekly as announced. Ron 9716 1642 Fran (Sec.) 9465 4642 [email protected] www.whittlesea.au2.com 27 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p26.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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VICTORIAN COASTER COLLECTORS WHITTLESEA COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, WHITTLESEA PROBUS CLUB, open to new CLUB, meet 1st Sun. Mth, 12-3pm, Great Northern holds monthly Volunteer Information sessions, for members. Social group, dining, tours, gardening, Hotel, Cnr. Rathdowne & Pigdon Sts, Carlton. (Mel.29,K11) those interested in being involved in the community. walking, theatre etc... Open to retired, semi retired P.O. Box 281, Melton, Vic, 3337. Olive 9744 6094 Sessions are free & open to all of community. Enq. or people. Meet 1st Mon. month, 9.30am, Whittlesea VICTORIAN FARMERS FEDERATION - make booking Sarath 9401 6666 Bowls Club. Andrew McCormick 9716 2429 nd BUS HIRE - Ecomonical, for Community WHITTLESEA BRANCH, Meet 2 Wed, Feb, WHITTLESEA RSL, Sub branch. The Returned Organisations, available evenings & weekends. 12 & March, May, July, Sept. & Nov., 8pm, DST, & & Services League meet 3rd Wed. Month, 2pm, at 24 seater buses. Must have appropriate license. Parry 7.30pm EST, Whittlesea Agricultural Society’s Whittlesea Bowls Club. Seeking new members. 0448 354 271. Administration Building, McPhee’s Rd. Ned Pannuzzo 9745 2209, Peter Crook 5786 2030, VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY in local Bob or Joanne 9401 2880 Denys Potts 9716 1361 community. Practical & rewarding roles with VIEW CLUB PLENTY VALLEY supports community transport. Parry (03) 9401 6666 WHITTLESEAMERS - Meet Fridays, 10am - Smith Family charity for children. Social group for WHITTLESEA CYCLING CLUB Inc., Interested 3pm, in Christ Church Hall, bring lunch, tea,coffee women of all ages. Meet 1st Wed. Month for Coffee, in joining? 0431 599 156, whittleseacyclingclub.com.au provided. Craft, patchwork,embroidery, crochet, Friendship. New members welcome. Lorraine knitting, etc...Contact Jenny 9716 0079 or WHITTLESEA COURTHOUSE ASSOCIATION Beasley 9408 3962 Sandra 9716 0079. Love to have you. Inc., Meets 4th Wed. Month 7pm, Bowls club, 101 WACCA (Whittlesea Area Community Care & Assistance) WHITTLSEA SENIOR CITIZENS, meet 1st rd nd Church Street. 9716 1866 or 9438 2785 or 9716 2267 meet 9.30am, 3 Mon. every 2 month, St. Marys Wed. Month, 1-3.30pm, activities other Wed., Pastoral Centre, Fir St. New volunteers wanted, to help WHITTLESEA CRICKET CLUB, juniors, aged 6-16yrs. Craig McDonald 9716 3224, 0408 501 474 Community Activity Centre, 57-61 Laurel Street. support community work, incl. Visiting people at home/ Faye 0420 414 689 aged care facilities, transporting people to medical WHITTLESEA DISABILITY NETWORK, appointments, sharing time, company & cuppa for those meets 2nd Tues. month, 10-12noon, at Whittlesea WHITTLESEA TABLE TENNIS CLUB, play in need. Jay 9716 3851 City Council. Seeking new members, especially Showgrounds, Wed. 7.30pm. Players of all ages & ability welcome. Les 0419 466 018 WANDONG HISTORY GROUP Inc. Meets on those with disabilities, families & carers. Viv www.wdtta.org.au the first Thursday of the month at the Wandong Public Shepherdson, Co-Ordinator Disability & Carer Hall, 7pm. Contact: Secretary Di Vidal 03 5787 1314 Support, 9217 2429 WHITTLESEA TENNIS CLUB, 8 courts under E: wandonghistorygroup4 @gmail.com WHITTLESEA GARDEN CLUB, meet 1st Wed. lights. Cater for all standards of comp. & Social WANDONG/WALLAN LIONS CLUB, meet 2nd morning Month, outside Cricket & Tennis Pavilion, players. Mens, Ladies day & night, mixed, juniors. Laurel Street. www.whittleseatc.com & 4th Wed. Month, Australian Motel. Laurel Street. All Welcome, Various outings, speakers, gardens. Start time varies. Bev 9716 2461 [email protected] 0439 355 877 Facebook WATSONIA NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE, for upcoming events. Coaching Toplinetennis.com WHITTLESEA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Inc., 47 Lambourne Rd, Watsonia. Is a place where art Call, speak to qualified coach, David, Bayden or Meet 3rd Sun. Month, 2-4pm, at.CAC, Laurel St. & community come together as an outward sign Ben, 0425 831 666 of the House’s philosophy that aims to celebrate Whittlesea. Phone Dawn Allen (Sec.) 0407 342 036 WHITTLESEA TOWNSHIP CARERS GROUP, creativity in friendship, living & learning through for confirmation of next meeting. meet fortnightly Tues, 10-12pm, 92a Church Street. community. 9434 6717, Mon-Fri 9.30am-2pm WHITTLESEA HORSE & PONY CLUB, if Denise 9716 3361 [email protected] www.watsoniah.org.au interested in joining, call Linda Dickson WATSONIA RSL, Pipes & Drums has vacancies 0419 629 231, P.O. Box 59, Whittlesea, Vic 3757. WHITTLESEA TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY for new learners on pipes & drums. Practice Thurs Meet 4th Sun. Month at showgrounds. Come along HOUSE, classes & groups include, broadband for nights, Heidelberg Repat. Hospital. Sec. James to watch a rally before you decide? seniors. Free internet access, computers, craft, art, 0438 065 285, or piper Bev 9435 2322(A/H) or WHITTLESEA INTERFAITH NETWORK is book, writers & gardening groups & more. Also watsoniarslpd.com a group of like-minded people from many different have meeting room. 9716 3361 WESTFIELD WALKERS, Friendly group, faiths who wish to communicate, and learn from each WHITTLESEA TOWNSHIP CHOIR, join meet Tues.7.45am outside Woolworths, Westfield other as fellow citizens. Meet Whittlesea Council enthusiastic group singers, meet Mon.1-3pm, Shopping Centre, McDonalds Rd, South Morang, Offices th4 Wed. of month, 1.30 – 3pm. Please contact Community House. 9716 3361 followed by coffee & chat. Sec: 9467 4135 Glenys on 9436 5581 or Nathan on 0412 237 972 WHITTLESEA TOWNSHIP GEORGE WHITTLESEA ADULT RIDERS, a HRCAV WHITTLESEA JUNIOR BASKETBALL CLUB, SHERWIN BANDSTAND Inc., Meet 3rd Wed affiliated club providing varied programmes Summer Larkin 9717 5255 or 0404 093 549, Box month, 8pm, Whittlesea Courthouse Visitor for riders of all standards. Instructional rallies, 273, Whitt’ea, Vic, 3757 [email protected] information Centre, Cnr. Church & Beech Sts. and/or activities on 1st & 3rd weekend. Now at Nesta 9716 1046 showgrounds. Megan 9716 2728 WHITTLESEA JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB, Colin Newport, [email protected] WHITTLESEA AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY WHITTLESEA U3A, Offers a large variety www.whittleseafc.com.au/juniors/2015 INC. Presents the annual Whittlesea Show held of educational, creative and leisure activities. on the 1st full weekend in November 9716 2835 WHITTLESEA MASONIC LODGE, meet 1st Small annual fee enables member to any of 80+ or [email protected] Wed. Month, 7.30pm, (except Jan), Masonic Temple, activities, courses at Epping, Lalor, Mernda, Mill Park, Sth Morang, T’town & Whittlesea township. www.whittleseashow.org.au LIKE us on Facebook Beech St. Garry Ewert 9716 2267 or 0414 692 835 We are looking for new members & volunteer https://www.facebook.com/Whittlesea-Show WHITTLESEA & DISTRICT NETBALL tutors. 9464 1339, 0404 119 189 WHITTLESEA ANGLING CLUB, meet 2nd ASSOCIATION, NetSetGo, Juns, Sens, & mixed WHITTLESEA WALKERS, meet Tues. 9am, Tues. month, 7.30pm, Royal Mail Hotel, Beech St. comps. Wed & Thurs evenings, WSC stadium. Community Health Centre, Walnut Street, & Fri 0488 677 582 [email protected] NetSetGo: Kellie 0432 792 310, Juniors: Luke 0410 321 525 Seniors: Sue 0438 180 240 9am (terms 2 & 3) 8.30am (term 1 & 4)Community WHITTLESEA CHINESE ASSOCIATION House 92 Church Street. All ages & abilities (WCA), meet Wed. (except outings & term WHITTLESEA PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Inc., welcome, no need to book, just turn up. breaks) Community Hall, Library, Main St. Meet last Thurs. month, 7.30pm (not Dec.) Whitt. WHITLESEAMERS CHRIST CHURCH, meets Thomastown.10am-2pm. Tai Chi & lots of fun Agric. Society Bldg, McPhees Rd. W’sea Fri, 10am-3pm, BYO lunch. Patchwork, embroidery, Regina: 0432 267 557 or Jessie 0421 639 819 Kerrie 0407 822 139 [email protected] knitting, cross stitch & scrapbooking. Jenny WHITTLESEA COMBINED PENSIONERS Speakman 9716 0079 CLUB, meet 1st Thurs. month, 1pm, Activity WHITTLESEA PLAYGROUP, meets Tues, Wed & Fri, YAN YEAN TENNIS CLUB INC., ‘T.H. Hurrey Centre, Laurel St. Pres: Gordon Proudfoot or 9.30am, rear 28 Forest Street. Offer access to educational Sec: Nella Palmieri: 0433 114 960 toys, craft, excursions, outdoor area & developmental Reserve’, Plenty Rd Yan Yean. Isabel 9716 2037, or Adele 9715 1198. Any standard of player is WHITLESEA COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL, activities. Ages 0-4 Melanie Hrzic 0430 091 303 www.facebook.com/WhittleseaPlaygroup welcome. Coaching & night tennis available. Festival committee, 0434 398 805 info@ Doug 0438 566 588 whittleseacountrymusicfestival.com.au www. WHITTLESEA & PLENTY VALLEY whittleseacountrymusicfestival.com.au TOURISM ASSOCIATION Inc., Meets 2nd Wed. WHITTLESEA COMMUNITY GARDEN, meet Month. Charles 9438 2785, Barry 9457 6895 Mon 9-12, Thurs10-1pm. Lease a bed or share WHITTLESEA PLENTY VALLEY DRESSAGE one. Gardening, Mosiacs, art projects, workshops CLUB, an EFA affiliated club, regular training days & friendship. Laurel St., next to Comm. Activity with top coaches. Vacancies. Centre. Megan: 9716 3361 Yvonne Dinnage 9436 1365 [email protected] 28 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p27.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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FROCK UP for FROCKTOBER
Jumbunna Night Branch of the Country Women’s Association invites you to ‘Frocktober’. A night of fun and friendship raising funds and awareness for Ovarian Cancer. 7:30pm, Monday 9th October 2017 Dining Room, Whittlesea Bowls Club, 101 Church Street, Whittlesea. Join us for a night of raffles, prizes, silent auctions, frocks, fashion, food and friendship. $20 per person, includes Purchase tickets through Whittlesea supper and a glass of house Flowers & Bears (CASH ONLY) or wine, beer or soft drink. on the night. Enquiries: Erica 0413102731
A range of products will be available for purchase incl. Mini Gardens, Fifth Avenue Jewellery, Soapy Butter Co, Veducci Style Phoenix Trading and Astonishing Adornments. Silent auction and raffle prizes include: Reading Cinemas, Gilly’s Meats, Whittlesea Show, Tan 365, Charlie Horse Toys, Royal Mail Hotel, High Brow Beauty Therapy, Parker’s Auto Plus and more...
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FROCK UP for FROCKTOBER
Jumbunna Night Branch of the Country Women’s Association invites you to ‘Frocktober’. A night of fun and friendship raising funds and awareness for Ovarian Cancer. 7:30pm, Monday 9th October 2017 Dining Room, Whittlesea Bowls Club, 101 Church Street, Whittlesea. Join us for a night of raffles, prizes, silent auctions, frocks, fashion, food and friendship. $20 per person, includes Purchase tickets through Whittlesea supper and a glass of house Flowers & Bears (CASH ONLY) or wine, beer or soft drink. on the night. Enquiries: Erica 0413102731
A range of products will be available for purchase incl. Mini Gardens, Fifth Avenue Jewellery, Soapy Butter Co, Veducci Style Phoenix Trading and Astonishing Adornments. Silent auction and raffle prizes include: Reading Cinemas, Gilly’s Meats, Whittlesea Show, Tan 365, Charlie Horse Toys, Royal Mail Hotel, High Brow Beauty Therapy, Parker’s Auto Plus and more... Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p28.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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WHITTLESEA COMMUNITY HOUSE FIG - FICUS CARICA IT’S SPRING! Hooray! Time to come out of your cave and This cute little fruit has some amazing health try something new. If you haven’t got a copy of our latest benefits. It is one of the most alkalising Brochure you can pop in and see us or download yours from foods, so for those who eat a lot of grains our website www.wchi.com.au. There are loads of new or meats, and those with arthralgia may things to learn and try to put a spring in your step. benefit in particular. Figs are able to satisfy CAKE & CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DEATH – DEATH a sweet tooth without adding empty calories. CAFÉ COMES TO WHITTLESEA. Weird? Not really…When you consider it In fact they provide excellent nutrients that can be hard to source in death is the one thing that we will all experience sooner or later whether we are ready or not. Join us for afternoon tea as we provide an open, respectful and good quantities such as potassium, manganese, vitamin K and B6. confidential space to talk about death and dying. Thursday 21st September High blood pressure can benefit from the potassium content of figs. 2pm – 4pm. FREE – donations welcome as our facilitator is funded by They’re rich in calcium, which is great for our bones and muscles, and Whittlesea Community House. figs are iron- rich and are used to treat anaemia. Figs also contain zinc SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BEGINNERS - 5 sessions to get you in the social media that is great for healing and can benefit reproductive health. game! Learn about Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter and get set up Figs have great antioxidants to help fight diseases like cancer, ageing, on all of them! heart disease, and more degenerative conditions. They may also help Facebook – 2 sessions 10am – 12.30pm 16th & 23rd October reduce triglyceride levels. They can even help boost the immune Pinterest – 1 session 10am – 12.30pm 30th October Instagram – 1 session 10am – 12.30pm 20th November system. Twitter – 1 session 10am – 12.30pm 27th November The fibre in a fig is great for the digestive system, detoxification and 5 sessions for $120 or $30 per session per person weight loss. In fact they are most famous for their laxative properties. MAKE & MEND - This is a supervised session to help you make or mend Chlorogenic acid, mostly in the leaves, helps lower blood sugar levels items such as clothing and homewares. Bring along a new project or finish that is also good for weight loss, and for Type II Diabetes. an old one you are stuck on! BYO sewing machine or use one of ours! Figs have long been used to treat conditions of the skin, and to help th Wednesdays from November 8 for 5 sessions $40/$30 respiratory conditions like asthma. It is said the best way to achieve GET SET FOR WORK - Skills to Apply for Work Course - FREE this is through cooking them in water. Fig leaves are also dried and This 5 week course was amazingly successful last year so we have brought used as tea for conditions including blood sugar lowering, and skin it back! Best news of all is that it is FREE to eligible applicants. Learn all cancer. Also very powerful against wrinkles and pigmentation, and the tricks from our career counsellor and get the inside track on your next may be in some beauty products on the shelf. job. Thursdays from 19th October 9.30am – 12 Noon. Call Pines Learning (RTO 3774) on 9842 6726 to book your place. Funding for this course is GROWING FIGS - Native to Asia and the Mediterranean from the generously provided by Whittlesea Lions Club. Moraceae plant family – along with mulberry, figs are a hardy small CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging, Home & tree that can have fairly shallow roots and still provide a lot of fruit. Community) Our next course starts Tuesday 5th September. For information You can grow figs in pots or in the garden. So if you only have a patio, on registering contact Pines Learning (RTO 3774) on 9842 6726 it’s time to start a mini farm on it now with your fig. If you have a yard – great you can have an even bigger one, or several (I have two). ADVANCED WORD FOR WINDOWS - Computer super tutor June Archer has included this advanced course in her latest suite of computer courses They like to be thinned out after fruiting like most fruit trees to allow here at Whittlesea. Thursdays for 4 weeks from 12th October 12.30pm air and light to circulate. Don’t water much in summer, but let it have – 3pm 95/$85. NEXT INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS COURSE plenty of water through winter. To propagate, do so in mid-winter STARTS 12th OCTOBER, CALL US FOR DETAILS! by taking a long cutting of hard wood 20 to 50cms long and place the bottom half of it deep in the ground. They like full sun – several FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISORS COURSE -If you operate a food business you need to have a supervisor in place for compliance, you must have completed hours a day. Very hardy once established and will fruit early. This is a SITXFSA101 to register for this course. Sat 11th November 9am – 5pm $195 particularly productive tree, not just because it bears a lot of fruit, but because the fig fruits twice a year. USE HYGIENIC PRACTICES FOR FOOD SAFETY (SITXFSA101) Get yourself work ready or upgrade the skills of your team! Great on platters with your favourite foods and cheeses. It makes Saturday 9th September, 9.30am 4.30pm, $140 excellent jams, tarts, puddings, fruit salads, soups. Always tastes best RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) - You must have this qualification from the garden rather than from a shop. to work in restaurants, clubs and bars which serve alcohol. Expand your Warning. The white sap from the fig skin can cause allergic reactions work horizons before the peak hospitality time of the year. Saturday 14th on the skin. It is also used to treat warts on the skin. October, 9.30am – 1.30pm, $85 Julie Novak, Naturopath WOMEN’S LUNCH - Come and find out what all the fuss is about…. join the ladies who lunch for food, friendship and fun. NEXT LUNCH Thursday 7th September, 12 Noon – 2pm gold coin donation. Then Whittlesea’s 21st September and 19th October. FRIENDS IN PHOTOGRAPHY DYSLEXIA SUPPORT GROUP - Join parents, children and families in the area who are experiencing life with Dyslexia. Bring a plate to share! 4th Sunday Generally, July is our quiet month, but nothing has been further from the of Month 1pm – 3pm. Call Maree for more information on 0417 472 148 truth over this July and August. We have put extensive effort into ‘getting back to CALLING ALL HOME SCHOOL FAMILIES! -If you are Home Schooling your child you are not alone. We host a regular session for Home School basics’ and it has been so well received Families here at the House on Mondays from 1pm – 3pm a small fee that it continues to be a focus. We have (usually $5.00) Contact Maree 0417 472 148 for more information. included topics from the classic exposure topics such as aperture, right through BOAT LICENCE COURSE (INCLUDES PWC) - Get your licence sorted before the sun comes out in full! Children aged 12 plus are eligible. to lens perspective and the explanation Saturday 21st October 9am – 1pm, $125 as to why various sensor sizes and lens combinations create such varied results. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY - Whittlesea Community House AGM has been scheduled for Tuesday 10th October, 6.30pm for dinner followed by meeting at Understanding your camera is such a key 7pm. Please RSVP for catering. Nomination forms and Position Descriptions are to getting the results that you desire.
available on our website www.wchi.com.au Our lovely relationship with the library CALLING FOR VOLUNTEERS – L-P PROGRAM ARRIVES IN brings new faces each month and our WHITTLESEA! - We are looking for volunteers to assist with the L-P group continues to grow. Program which assists young drivers get their hours necessary to take their drivers licence. Ideally you will be over 25 with a full licence and a good If you would like to be part of a group driving history and be available 2 hours per week to take a young person of friends who share photography and driving in the area. Vehicle, full training and support are provided. Call friendship as their common theme, we’d love to see you. We are a Edmond Babatunde on 9401 6666 or drop into the House. community service and there is no charge to belong. Coming in November is BARISTA TRAINING & MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID Contact Vanessa – [email protected] Check us out on Facebook. We are open Monday – Thursday each week 97151190, or the library from 10am – 3pm drop in for a cuppa and a chat. 30 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p29.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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THE REMARKABLE BELL MINER WHAT’S THAT IN THE SKY? By Steven Katsineris To be amazed by the heavens, first get your bearings and note that When I first visited the house we later bought in Haleys Gully Road, North is the warmest side of the house. Face north and on your right Hurstbridge I noticed the various birds in the yard, but my most vivid is the east where the Sun rises, and on your left is west where the sun memory is of hearing the lovely ‘tink’ sound of the Bell Miner. The sets. Behind you is south. The brightest night is with the Full Moon on clear high-pitched and loud, bell-like call resounded throughout the the 6th September and the darkest night is on the New Moon on the gully as voices of the many Bell Miners continued the tinkling calls to 20th September. marvelous effect. FOR ALL YOU NIGHT OWLS - Be quick or you will miss Jupiter They are rather small, about 19cm and often hard to see in foliage. setting in the west as he will be gone by about 7pm. If you are in a I have not often seen Bell Miners in our garden, as they prefer to high location you will see the Moon join him for a one-off show on the live in the wetter and denser Eucalypt woodland of the gully on the 22nd September. Saturn is overhead and the Moon will join him on the other side of Haleys Gully Road. I have seen several of them more 27th September. frequently on branches of trees or flying between trees while walking Enjoy the amazing Scorpion who is overhead with reddish Antares along that side of the road. shining balefully in his head and let your eye follow the curve of his The Bell Miner (or Bellbird) is stinger that is raised ready for action. The stinger is buried in the Milky olive-green in colour, with a Way that is running all the way from the south to the north and is a scarlet triangle shaped spot brilliant sight especially if you happen to be away from urban lights. behind the eye. Bell Miners live in The Southern Cross is on its right with the pointer stars shining a little Eucalypt woodland and temperate higher. If you find them then you can find the cross. rainforest, where there is FOR ALL YOU EARLY BIRDS - Venus is visible as the Morning Star reasonably shrubby understorey, for only a short time as she soon disappears into the glare of the usually in well-watered gullies, sunrise. She will stay with the sun for ages and finally emerges as near creeks or rivers. They are the Evening Star in about 8 -9 months’ time. This cycle is known sociable birds and live together in ancient times as the goddess’s descent into the underworld. in pairs, with helpers, in family Look ahead and you can see Taurus the great bull with Aldebaran groups and commonly in large in his eye Pleiades in his heart a little lower to the west. You must colonies. Bell Miners also nest communally, laying their eggs in a imagine his horns and body stretching across the sky. Let the Moon be large nest in the folk of a tree. They lay between one-three eggs, but your guide when she is above the Pleaides on the 12th and a whisker normally have two eggs. below and to the east of Aldebaran on the 13th September and finally Bell Miners feed on nectar and insects. One of their main food sources near his horns on the 14th September are lerps, sugar-producing insects that live on Eucalypt leaves. Bell Let yourself be awed! Kerry Galea www.kerrygalea.com.au Miners are territorial, scaring away other birds from their nests and also to protect their food sources. Bell Miners are found the along the southeast coast of Australia, from southern Queensland, through NSW and Victoria to the northern and eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Their distribution is rather patchy, as they need suitable habitat, fairly thick, well-timbered forest. th The persistent and distinctive voice of the Bell Miner is a familiar, The Word Weaver’s meeting on 9 August everyday sound that resonates throughout Haleys Gully Road and hosted a talk by the acclaimed Australian other gullies around the area. It is a most incredibly beautiful author Barry Dickens. As a teenager Barry sounding call and one that I never tire of hearing. began working as a tradesman in the printing industry and eventually went on to become a prolific writer. This is Barry’s 30th book and it was fascinating to hear the scope of his writing abilities and talents. He has worked as a journalist, educator and cartoonist and is a published author of a range of genres including YOUR HOUSE NUMBER CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE historical fictions, memoir, fairy-stories, poetry Ensuring your property has a clear, visible house number is important. and plays for the theatre. The Shire is reminding residents that every second counts in an He was commissioned by a publisher to write his most recent book, Last emergency. Victoria Police, CFA, SES and Ambulance Victoria Words, describing the last days of Ronald Ryan, drawing on earlier research services all report that hidden or non-existent house numbers can he’d undertaken when writing the play, Remember Ronald Ryan. waste time, and in an emergency situation delay assistance. Nillumbik During the Word Weaver’s session Barry described some of the methods Shire Council Mayor, Cr Peter Clarke said, ‘When properties are he used for tracking down information. As a clearly numbered our emergency services can find you quickly and writing activity Barry had the first few stanzas reduce any delay in response time. Owners and occupiers of all of a poem he is working on, he then encouraged properties are required by local law to have a street number properly us to continue the poem using rhyming couplets. affixed and displayed at the front of their property. It’s important that Some very worthwhile writing came of this numbers are clear so your property can be easily located – especially exercise. Barry’s passion for history and story- in case of emergency.’ telling was obvious throughout his presentation The numbers displayed should be reflective both day and night and and we were very grateful that he shared his should be attached to a letterbox, a post, a dedicated board or the knowledge and experience with us. boundary fence. All properties – whether households or commercial Our next meeting in September will comprise a buildings - need to be clearly numbered. series of 4-5 short writing exercises, delivered CONVENIENT AND FLEXIBLE GREEN WASTE DISPOSAL by different members of Word Weavers. These short writing tasks will Nillumbik Shire Council has introduced green waste vouchers, giving be aimed at honing our writing skills and getting the creative juices residents the flexibility to recycle garden materials and vegetation flowing. Come along prepared to write (and please bring along a short at the Recycling and Recovery Centre in Plenty at a convenient time 10-minute writing activity to put to the group if you have a good idea). throughout the year. The new system means you get to choose a time Word Weavers meet every second Wednesday of the month at the that is convenient to use your green waste vouchers, they are valid st library. Our meetings are opened to anyone interested in writing, until 31 July 2018. regardless of previous skill or experience and there is no obligation Recycling and Recovery Centre, 290 Yan Yean Road, Plenty. for members to read their work aloud. Please come along, listen, write Opening hours 8am–4pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday and be inspired. For more information visit Next meeting is Wednesday 13th September at Whittlesea nillumbik.vic.gov.au/greenwastevouchers Library 1pm – 2.30pm 31 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p30.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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DANIELLE GREEN MP WHITTLESEA LIBRARY STATE MEMBER FOR YAN YEAN Whittlesea Library News & Events - Family History Month was very popular at Whittlesea Library recently. Local community members September is footy finals month! Best of luck to all being inspired by personal stories or learning how to conduct their our boys, girls, men and women footballers competing own research into family history. The Word Weavers proudly presented in finals. The final round clash for Whittlesea v Author Barry Dickins. Barry presented and read from his new book Bundoora paid half time tribute to one of Whittlesea’s “The Hanging of Ronald Ryan, the last man hanged in Australia”. Our finest citizens Col Dyson who has a long lasting children’s garden has also been very busy weeding, planting and connection with both football clubs and Whittlesea and collecting worm juice. The Charity Quilting Club has been creating our Bundoora communities. Col was awarded an Order of Storytime Quilt. This quilt will also be used during sensory storytime Australia (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for his community sessions for children and families with disabilities. New members are involvement and service to the transport industry. Well done Col! always welcome so don’t forget to come along on Friday 1 September The Victorian Government has funding programs to support from 1pm – 3pm. All events are FREE and everyone is welcome. football and netball clubs (and other sporting clubs too!). If SOME HIGHLIGHTS IN SEPTEMBER ARE: your sporting club is looking to improve facilities or get some The Australian Light Horseman - Learn all about the history and better equipment or uniforms please contact me so I can assist tradition of the Australian Light Horse and those who served their your club with an application. Visit www.srv.vic.gov.au for more country during World War 1. Michael Whitehead from the Australian information. Light Horse Association will discuss the famous battles and regiments Another Whittlesea leader Terry Twomey was honoured in a surprise and give you an insight into what their life was like on the battle front. farewell to thank him for his 9 years as Principal at Whittlesea Saturday 23rd September, 11am – 12noon Secondary College and more than 50 years service to the Education Sensitive Storytime - Join this Sensitive Storytime session with Department. Terry always gave a damn about the kids and supported Wings Support Group. Storytime for sensitive children and families. them through good times and bad. He joined the school in 2008 in an Saturday 16th September, 11am – 11.30am acting role but stayed on permanently after Black Saturday, supporting students, staff and the wider community through that awful time and Grand Final Storytime - Join us for a special Grand Final Storytime. beyond. Thanks Terry we›ll miss you. Wear your footy colours! Wed. 27th September, 6pm–7pm Our health is invaluable Sensitive Art Class - Join WINGS Support Group, join their Art Class for we are extremely lucky in Sensitive Children and Families. Sat. 16th September, 10am – 1pm Australia to have Medicare Just 4 Kids - After school fun for primary school aged children. Enjoy and the amazing health craft activities, puzzles, technology or games. professionals working right Every Tuesday, Excluding School Holidays. 3.45pm – 4.45pm across our health networks. This year the Government LEGO Club - Drop in and play with LEGO to help your child build skills in will spend a record $18 construction and creativity. Let their imagination run wild as they create billion so that more Victorian fantastic feats of engineering. Thurs. 7th Sept. 3.45pm – 4.45pm patients can get the highest Youth Hour - A special event for local youth to find out more and talk quality care and treatment about YA Books. Join our YA book club. Wed. 13th Sept. 6pm – 7pm they need. In addition to the building program underway at the Northern Hospital which will deliver new operating theatres and 94 Word Weavers Writing Group - Word Weavers is all about writing additional inpatient beds I am delighted to report that Northern Health and reading. A gathering of like-minded to write, learn, discuss and is to receive almost $427million for service delivery this year, which is be inspired. Wednesday 13th September, 1pm – 2.30pm a 12 per cent boost on the previous year. The Government’s record FEASTival: Pasta Making Demonstration - Every wanted to make investment in the health system is split among hospitals, ambulance your own Pasta? Come and learn from Hilda and Laurie both passionate services like the new Mernda Branch, mental health and drug services, about their recipes and life in Italy. This workshop you will learn how aged care, community health and public health services. We know to make authentic Italian pasta. Thurs 28th Sept. 11am – 12.30pm our dedicated doctors and nurses do a remarkable job at Northern Photography Club - Join in and improve your skills This session will Health. This funding boost gives them the support they need to keep discuss Industrial Photography. Come and find out more. saving lives and keep people in in the northern suburbs healthy. Wednesday 13th September, 6.45pm – 8.15pm In public transport news, travellers who use Donnybrook station to commute to the city have benefited by a new timetable fromth 27 Downloading eBooks & eAudiobooks FREE - Learn how to August. On weekdays there is an extra city-bound service departing download library eBooks and eAudio from our collection. Great for th Donnybrook at 8.21am and on weekends there’s four additional when travelling and it’s FREE.Sat. 9 Sept. 11.30am – 12.30pm train services being two extra services on both Saturdays and Learn Spanish! - Travelling or want to improve your Spanish Sundays. Timetables are now available from: conversation? Join one of our friendly classes. www.vline.com.au/27august. The new services are in addition to Every Monday during School Term. 2pm – 4pm the $140 million being invested for track and signalling improvements Bush Tucker - Uncle Ian Hunter will be sharing his knowledge on on the North East Line plus new stations at Donnybrook and Wallan. indigenous food found locally. Find out if you have some of these Furthermore planning work is underway now to connect the Seymour plants growing in your garden and learn about Wurundjeri history. and Upfield lines which will deliver more frequent and reliable services. Friday 8th September, 11am – 12noon On the Mernda Rail extensions the latest works have included Community Development Grants Drop-In - Drop in for one- construction of pedestrian underpass at Marymede station. Near on-one grant application support with the Community Development Bridge Inn Road you may have noticed some large cranes installing Grants Officer. Learn more bout the grant application process, how to approximately 50 beams that are around the length of a standard develop your project plan and how to use the online application form. swimming pool and weigh up to 100 tonnes each. These beams will Monday 18th September, 9.30am – 1.30pm support the elevated platforms at the new Mernda Station. There have also been traffic changes on Plenty and McDonalds roads because Library Hours the rail line will travel under Plenty and McDonalds roads in South Morang. For all your Mernda Rail Extension information go to: Mondays 9am-5pm Fridays 9am-5pm http://levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/rail-projects/merndarail Tuesdays 9am-5pm Saturdays 10am-1pm Wednesdays 9am-8.30pm Another huge project that will benefit the north is the North East Link Sundays Closed Thursdays 9am-5pm road project. The North East Link is the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network between the Metropolitan Ring Road and the Eastern Freeway. The 4 route options have been released and the North East Whittlesea Activity Centre, Link Authority is consulting widely with the community. You can 57-61 Laurel Street, Whittlesea sign up for updates and have your say on your travel patterns and 9716 3028 preferred routes at : www.northeastlink.vic.gov.au 32 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p31.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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WHITTLESEA COMMUNITY GARDEN It has been a long and cold winter, but with September comes spring and hopefully some nicer weather. Now is the time to spring into action and get the garden growing. We will be very busy at the garden with vegetables, flowers and of course more art. Come down and join in! Spring is also a great time to visit other gardens. Victoria is the garden state and we have plenty of Open Gardens. A full list of open gardens can be viewed at www.opengardensvictoria.org.au NANNYMOOS STORE SEPTEMBER IS THE TIME TO: · Replenish the fertility of the soil in your vegetable patch for your 1670 Plenty Road MERNDA Summer crops · Prune native plants after winter flowering ECLECTIC RANGE OF ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES, NEW · Feed citrus trees · Fertilise and mulch strawberry plants CHESTERFIELDS, VINTAGE AND REPRODUCTION FURNITURE, SEEDLINGS TO PLANT NOW: COSTUME & SILVER JEWELLERY, RECORDS, PRE-LOVED & Flowers: Asters, Delphiniums, Foxgloves, Snapdragons, Cosmos, VINTAGE CLOTHING & CURIOS Dianthus Vegetables: Potatoes, Silver beet, Artichokes, Celery, Lettuce, Leeks WE BUY, WE SWAP & WE SELL SHOP ‘ON-LINE’ OR ‘IN-STORE AND ‘OVER THE PHONE’ September is also the time to think about entering your blooms, vegetables, planted wheelbarrows or scarecrows in the Whittlesea FREE DELIVERY TO SURROUNDING AREA’S Agriculture Show, which will be held on the 4th and 5th November 2017. Some Conditions Apply SAVE THE DATES IN OCTOBER We have lots of fun activities organised for October so please save VISIT OUR STORE AT www.nannymoos.com.au the dates in your diary. * 10am Thursday 12th October. Celebrating seniors week with Saturday, Sunday, 10am – 5pm morning tea with Bunnings & fun activities Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 10am - 4pm * 4pm Wednesday 18th October. Create your own scarecrow * 10am Thursday 26th October. Making filled pastas – and enjoying Phone: 0448 910 382 lunch together! Email:[email protected] To find out more or to register please contact the Whittlesea Communnity House on 9716 3361 or [email protected] Like us on Facebook SUPPORTED SESSION TIMES - Please join us for our supported session times, every Monday 9am-12noon and Thursday from 10am – 1pm during school terms. If you come along at these times you will always have company and someone to show you around and help you get started. Once you are a member the garden can be accessed at other times. Come along and join us for a cuppa and a chat. It’s more than just gardening. We have a range of activities and lots of friendship! Laurel Street, Whittlesea (Melway 246 H9)
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Town Crier September 2017 ★★★IN THE STARS★★★ ANCIENT MOON GARDENING ALMANAC Aries 21 March – 19 April - Partners and friends are spreading their Dates Moon Position and Ancient Moon Gardening wings and are on a big learning curve. As long as they stay grounded AEST Phase Planting and sowing days and practical, and it can lead to opportunities. Mundane duties will 1st 2nd Waxing Fertile 2nd Perfect for all sowing and call your attention but creativity is still strong so stay inspired and Sep Quarter planting. Especially for inventive. Energy levels flag later in the month and will especially vegetables that bear fruits effect those with ongoing health concerns. or seeds for eating. Taurus 20 April – 20 May - It’s important for your sense of belonging th that home becomes a place of peace and solace, and other family 6 Sep Full Moon Official gardeners rest day members will respect this, once you ask them. Your sense of in Pisces so do nothing. Harvest and duty needs to include boundaries or you could end up with more share with selfless giving. responsibilities than expected. Health concerns can be helped by 10th 11th Waning Fertile Moon Plant root crops increasing your self-discipline. Sep 3rd Quarter Gemini 21 May – 20 June - The stars suggest that it’s time to expand in 20th Sep New Moon Rest and do nothing. the fun things of life and share these experiences with other people. Teach in Virgo Cultivate and grow in them how to relax and how not be so serious all the time. Your talent at responsibility to your own communicating is heightened, so trust that you have the right words in health. any situation, even if faced with authority figures who disagree with you. Cancer 21 June – 22 July - Projects and improvements at home will 22nd 23rd Waxing Fertile 1st Perfect for all sowing and flow smoothly with minimum effort. This includes an ease, or even an 24th 25th Quarter planting. Especially for improvement, in the emotional connections between family members. Sep vegetables whose leaves You can actively help this by creating an environment where easy we eat. communication is the norm. In fact, your ability is enhanced so much 28th 29th Waxing Fertile 2nd Perfect for all sowing and that you could talk smoothly to anybody; about anything! 30th Quarter planting. Especially for Leo 23 July – 22 Aug - This is the month you have been waiting for. vegetables that bear fruits The stars are smiling upon you and can bring dreams in to reality; or seeds for eating. so make sure you dreaming good things! Communication improves Did you know that there is a perfect time to prune for growth and a and creative solutions inspire you to stretch your knowledge and different time to prune to minimize growth? Did you know that there your imagination. Money and emotions are hand-in-hand which is an is a perfect time to treat animals and pets for insects and parasites? awkward combination, so carefully manage budgets and debts. Did you know that there is a perfect time to get a haircut or color Virgo 23 Aug – 22 Sep - You are energized and need to use this so they last longer? Did you know that there is a perfect time to do energy wisely or risk burning-out if you take on ‘too much’ extra work maintenance so it happens easily and efficiently? Did you know that or responsibilities. A little is enough! Focus on yourself, for this is the there is a perfect time to spray both time to decide and take action on what you want to do for your own Kerry Galea 0419 382 131 www.kerrygalea.com.au future. The opinions of others with only confuse or limit you. www.ancientmoongardening.com.au Libra 23 Sep – 22 Oct - This is a perfect time to communicate your ideals and beliefs in a manner filled with expert authority. This strengthens until near the end of the month when the time comes to rest the body LALOR/THOMASTOWN COMBINED and spirit. Until then, keep growing in your ability to deal with so-called PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION authorities….for you are now the expert in anything to do with you. Meet Wednesdays, 1pm Scorpio 23 Oct – 21 Nov - Possibilities and changes are still happening in your working life and you have more control over the direction than At: 1 Spring Street, Thomastown you think. Ask authorities to clarify what they want, then make clear Games, a choir, day trips and lots of other fun stuff are enjoyed. what you want … and it can happen. Finances improve with careful New members wanted and will be made most welcome management rather than luck, especially when you look forward and see the big picture, rather than the details. Info: Honor 9465 2182 Sagittarius 22 Nov – 21 Dec - It’s time to revisit big plans and knuckle down and focus. You are able to put energy into work and surge ahead. WHITTLESEA COURT HOUSE Very soon you will gain benefits from authorities that are important so your job (or role) in life gives a sense of joy. Distractions, even VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE wonderful ones, can lead you astray. What do you value the most? Cnr Church & Beech Streets, Whittlesea Capricorn 22 Dec – 19 Jan - A past experience effects the stance OPEN 7 DAYS 9am - 5pm you are taking and this can help others understand how reliable and Craft, Souvenirs, Cards, Gifts, Historical Books determined you are. This can assist at work or in any position that you You are welcome to come and browse want to shine. Learning soon becomes easier than usual and the urge to explore, either in the mind or by travelling, is heightened. Routine Enq: Phone:- 9716 1866 becomes boring, while new is exciting! Aquarius 20 Jan – 18 Feb - Other people, and their influence on you, is still a major feature of this month. 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CORNERSTONE LIFE CHURCH (Wesleyan WEDNESDAY: Doorways Community Support CHURCH NOTES Methodist) Pastor: Rev Marco D’Angelo 0413 141 122 9am-4pm. Little Kidzone Music (0-5 Musical email: [email protected] Playgroup) $5 per family 10am. Kidzone Kid’s Meeting each Sunday at 2pm at the Uniting Church 97 Schotters Rd, Mernda. A contemporary church Club (For Primary Schoolers) Gold coin donation 4 for all people. Kids Church for 5 years and up -5:45pm. English Classes 4-6pm Weekly groups: - Health and Well-being (Gentle THURSDAY: Doorways Community Support 9am- Exerciser) meeting 10:30am Fridays 4pm. Little Kidzone Playgroup (0-5) $5 per family ANGLICAN CHURCH (Church of England) - Mid-week group bible study. Please call pastor if 10am. Girls Night Out (monthly/ night) Serving Whittlesea, Kinglake, & Upper Plenty interested .EVERYONE WELCOME SATURDAY: Ladies B’fast/Men’s B’fast Bi-monthly Christ Church: 5-9 Wallan Road, Whittlesea (Mel. DOREEN BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY: 9:45am Prayer Meeting 246, E9) Sun.Service: 10.30am Communion Pastor: John Edmonds 0417 568 576 10am Worship service (including Kid’s Church) St Peter’s Kinglake: Cnr. Bald Spur, Whittlesea/ [email protected] Kinglake Rds, Kinglake (Mel. 250, B4) 6:30pm IMPACT Youth (Weeks 2 & 4) Sun. Service: 8.30am Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala www.doreenbaptist.org.au Further enq: Capt. Aaron 0431 213 870 or Priest in Charge, Parish of Whittlesea Services: Sundays, 10am at Laurimer Community www.facebook.com/Whittlesea City Salvos Ph 9716 2042 Mob 0458 113 099 Hall, 25 Hazelglen Drive, Doreen 3754 VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Church Office: 9716 2042 Web Site: *Warm welcome to all *Family friendly worship Pastor: Richard Wilson 0427 331 327 https://www.whittleseakinglakeanglican.org.au *Children included Call Pastor for enq. or assistance. Internet www.vpc.org.au Weddings/Baptisms: By appointment. DOREEN CHRISTIAN HOME FELLOWSHIP Email: [email protected] Services to the Community: Whittlesea Meets every 2nd Fri. at 8pm in Cookes Rd, Doreen. Meeting each Sunday at 10am at the Plenty Valley Opportunity Shop, 7 Laurel Street, Whittlesea Enq: Pastor Peter 0410 651 903 Christian College, 840 Yan Yean Rd, Doreen. Ph: 9716 3144 – Open weekdays 10am – 4pm, GREENVALE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST A contemporary church for all people. Saturday 9.30am – 12.30pm. Enquiries: Marg Jolly Kids Church includes programs for 4 age levels. 9716 2760 or Jean Hemming 9716 2663 CHURCH. Meeting every Saturday morning, for prayer, Bible study and friendship. 825 ANGLICAN CARE: is an innovative and Valley Youth meets each Fri evening at 7:30 pm Somerton Rd, Greenvale & Section Rd ( Opposite Growth groups meet through the week. Kids progressive quality provider of aged care services for Greenvale Tennis Club) Pastor: Rod Anderson Holiday Club for children in the holidays. more than 600 residents, offering a wide choice of 0422 603 941 [email protected] options. www.anglicancare.com.au Services every Saturday morning with accredited WHITTLESEA/MERNDA PRESBYTERIAN ANGLICARE AUSTRALIA: a national network teachers. Children’s (Age suitable) Bible classes CHURCH - SERVICES - Mernda (1345 Plenty of care and social justice agencies of the Anglican 10am. Juniors, Teens and Youth Bible classes/ Rd) 9.15am. Mernda Arabic service 1pm Church. Provides assistance to needy families, youth, groups 10am. Adult bible study groups 10am Whittlesea (7 Lime St) 10.30am Enquiries Rev. Botros Botrosdief 0401 967 468 children and aged. www.anglicare.asn.au Family Worship Hour 11:20am NEW HORIZONS, WHITTLESEA Sec: Allan Johnson 9407 1797 Jobs at Anglican Care: www.careerjet.com.au Sunday School 10.45am. Enq. Adele 9715 1198 & (Australian Christian Churches) ARTHURS CREEK UNITING CHURCH Contact Dianne 5783 1658 ALL WELCOME Senior Pastor: Ps. Shane & Millie Lepp for Church Malcolm 9714 8220 Ph. 9716 3057 Mobile 0418 526 773 MERNDA UNITING CHURCH - 103 Shotters Road, CATHOLIC PARISH OF EPPING, EPPING NORTH SUNDAY SERVICES: Venue: 28 Forest Street, Mernda. Meets 11am on 2nd, 4th & 5th Sun of month. Parish Priest: Rev. Maurie Cooney Whittlesea. 10am - Incl. full Children’s Church Minister: Rev.David Anderson Assistant Priest: Rev Martin Jeramias Youth Contact: Rohan Buijs 0408 584 862 ALL WELCOME. For all enquiries re: Hall hire at Parish Office: 13 Davisson Street, Epping Connect Groups: A variety of groups is offered in Mernda contact Brendy Stanley 9717 2336 the Whittlesea/Doreen area Ph: 9401 6300 Fax: 9401 6350 Mainly Music: Whittlesea, Thurs 9.30am DOREEN UNTING CHURCH (HAZELGLEN) [email protected] www.jmpparish.cam.org.au New Horizons Community Kitchen: Wednesday 1030 Yan Yean Rd, Doreen. Meets 11am on Schools - St Peter’s Epping - 12pm – 1pm, Church portable. Free lunch every 1st & 3rd Sun of month. ALL WELCOME Principal: 9401 1157 Wednesday. Great time of fellowship. For more Minister: Rev. David Anderson St Monica’s Secondary College Epping - Principal: information contact church office on9717 3057 WHITTLESEA UNITING CHURCH Brian Hanley 9401 2444 FAMILY FAITH CENTRE - Meets each Sunday 26 Forest Street Enquiries 9716 2330 St Mary of the Cross Mackillop Epping North at 10.30am - 12noon in the PVAC Building, 160 Sunday Service: 10.30am. Know Your Bible-Bible Study 2pm Weds. Principal: Geraldine Dalton, 8432 4500 Centenary Drive, Mill Park 3082 (Just off Plenty Rd) Mass Times: St Peter’s Epping - 9.15am Tues-Fri, Contact-Wendy Stokes 5783 1584 PLENTY VALLEY ADVENTIST CHURCH (A Whittlesea Foodshare, Foodshare Shed behind 7.15pm; Sat, 9am & 10.30am Sun Seventh-Day Adventist congregation) Cnr. Plenty Uniting Church. Tues 12noon-3pm, Wed 11am-2pm St. Mary of the Cross Mackillop Epping North Road and Centenary Drive, Mill Park Free fruit/veg & bread, for those not so well off Saturday 5.30pm Bible Study all age groups:- Sat 10 - 11am Enq. Les Booth 9716 2340 Reconciliation: St Peter’s Epping, Worship Service:- Sat. 11.15am - 12.30pm Playgroup Church Hall 10-11.30 am Weds. Saturday 10.30am Enq. Jenice Stokes 9716 2479 PLENTYLIFE ANGLICAN CHURCH Prayer Meeting-Thurs 9-10am in the small Sacraments: Baptism: Office -9401 6300 Location: Hazel Glen College Child and Family Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation: meeting room Enq. Frank Reale 9716 1208 Centre, Cnr Eminence Blvd and Painted Hills Thursday Threaders (Craft Group) Thurs Contact Parish office9401 6300 Road. We gathers on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays nd th 10am-12noon Vivien Lashford 9716 1003 For prep. information for children who don’t attend of each month from 10 am. On the 2 and 4 Ladies Evening Group (LEGS) our Parish Primary Schools. Sundays we gather in ‘Community Groups’ who Monthly on 2nd Thurs night at 7.15 pm St Vincent de Paul queries - 1300 305 330 serve the local community in various locations Enq: Vivien (Pres.) 9716 1003 CATHOLIC PARISH OF KINGLAKE, across Mernda and Doreen. To find out more Boyz Nights-monthly, usually 2nd Thurs night, about our children’s ministry, youth group or 6.30pm Enq: David Kenyon 9716 2659 MERNDA, WHITTLESEA Community Groups give us a call or drop in Parish Office: 48 Mernda Village Drive, Mernda CRE Teaching-Whittlesea Co-ordinator sometime, we would love to see you! For more Wendy Stokes 5783 1584 Phone: 9715 2455 Parish Priests: Fr Martin Ashe info. Craig Ogden 0430 505 593, & Fr Joseph Truong [email protected] www.plentylife.org.au ROSANNA CHRISTIAN CHURCH 19 Tyrone Ave, Macleod. “Not just a Church, more Email: [email protected] PLENTY VALLEY UNITING CHURCH like a Family” Services:- 10am Sunday Schools – St Mary’s Whittlesea – 180 McDonalds Rd., Epping Ph/Fax: 9408 0958 Min- Lay-Leader 8364 0600, Sec. 8339 2534 Principal: Phillip Smith 9716 2478 St Joseph’s ister: Rev. David Anderson. Sun. Service & Sunday School (Kidzone) - 9.30am followed by a ‘cuppa’ Affiliated with the “Fellowship of Evangelical Mernda – Principal: Marita Richardson THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 455 Epping Rd, Churches of Australia” (FECA) 9717 6480 St Paul, the Apostle, Doreen – Wollert. Enquiries Inger 8457 9304 ST JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 789 Principal: Phil Doherty 9216 2000 Meeting Times: Sun, 11.30am or 7pm HIGH STREET, EPPING Sundays: 10am Sung Mass Times: St Mary’s Church, Main Please enquire. Wed. 8pm ALL WELCOME Eucharist. Messy Church 3rd Sunday month, 4pm- Rd, Kinglake, Sun 8.30am St Joseph’s Church, THOMASTOWN LUTHERAN CHURCH 6pm. Wed.: 10am mid week Eucharist 1490 Plenty Rd, Mernda. Weekdays: Wed Cnr. Mountview Road & German Lane, Lalor For Christmas and Easter Services check out our & Fri 9.15am Saturday: 5.30pm. Sunday: nd th Services:- 2 & 4 Sun each month at 2.30pm website: www.epping.melbourneanglican.org.au 8am Individual Reconciliation: 1st & 3rd Sat. EVERYONE WELCOME Contact Vicar: The Reverend Margaret Hartley 10am Nazareth Centre 44 Mernda Village Manse 9435 6846, Office 9432 0824 9401 4118 Drive, Sunday: 10.30am St Mary’s Church, Fir THE SALVATION ARMY WHITTLESEA STRATH CREEK UNITING CHURCH FAITH St, Whittlesea. Weekdays: Tues & Thurs 9.15am, CITY Corner Morang Drive & The Fred Hollows Way, COMMUNITY, Ecumenical services held bi- Sunday 10am Individual Reconciliation: 2nd & Mill Park TUESDAY: Doorways Community monthly. All welcome. 4th Sat.10am. Sacraments and Baptisms contact Support 9am-4pm. SEW Beautiful Craft Group Contact: Jeanette Tilley, 5784 9267 Parish Office.St Vincent de Paul1300 305 330 10am-12pm (continued next column) Email: [email protected] 35 Job: c74445 TownCrier Sept17 September2017InsidePages.p34.pdf Date: 24-08-2017 10:01:36
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FOR SALE HALLS FOR HIRE FUNERAL SERVICES HURSTBRIDGE BOWLING CLUB – 36 WHITE LADY FUNERALS – A Woman’s Do you have unwanted goods that Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge. All amenities Understanding. Experts in At Need and Pre-paid might be happier being owned by available. FREE HIRE. funerals. Call us on (03) 9408 4200. Available someone else? For Bookings phone 9718 2159. 24hrs/7days per week If this is the case why not contact Sue and advertise them here. KINGLAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE, Cnr. Main & Extons Roads, Kinglake Central. TAXI SERVICES Rates are reasonable and can be seen Information & Enq:- Rodney 5786 5603 at the bottom of this column CROWN CABS – Your Local Taxi Service. KINGLAKE WEST HALL – A beautifully Contact Sue 9716 2267 Call 9310 5422 including wheelchair/maxi or restored and refurbished hall with stage, separate [email protected] www.crowncabs.com.au for online bookings meeting room, modern well appointed kitchen and large undercover verandah. Enq:- 0435 414 110 HALLS FOR HIRE PLENTY HALL – Ideal for family celebrations. THE MERNDA New internal toilet facilities. Phone 0455 223 867 ARTHURS CREEK HALL - For enquiries and bookings contact Ruth White 9714 8438 or RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY ACTIVITY CHESS CLUB CENTRE – Doreen Rogen Way, South Morang. 0423 864 542 The Mernda and District Residents Association Main Hall & Meeting Rooms. ARTHURS CREEK UNITING CHURCH (MADRA) has recently started a new Chess Club. Enq. Ronda 9436 4538 or 0408 554 283 HALL – Comfortable venue for small groups. (to It is open to all residents in the City of Whittlesea 50) Contact:- Malcolm 9714 8220 STRATHEWEN HALL – Modern fully and is free to join. Chess is a great indoor game CONTACT COMMUNITY CENTRE equipped kitchen, separate meeting rooms, large and is suitable for any age group, old or young. ANNEXE – Noorong Ave., Bundoora. Annexe flexible hall space, AV facilities, off street parking, Our secretary Brian Herlihy, who is an excellent for hire. Holds approx. 80. For information & beautiful views. Bookings contact chess player is also the head coach and is willing Karl Apted 0418 350 345 enquiries phone Wilma 9467 6305 to train players of any skill level. Email: [email protected] DIAMOND CREEK MASONIC HALL – 46 For further information visit our website at Mernda Village Community Main Hurstbridge Road, Diamond Creek. Ideal www.strathewenhall.com Activity Centre, for family & community functions. Heating & WHITTLESEA COMMUNITY HOUSE 70 Mernda Village Drive, Mernda Cooling. Excellent kitchen & facilities. Chairs & 92 Church Street, Whittlesea. trestle tables. Can be inspected at suitable times. Enquiries 9716 3361 Thursdays, 7-9pm Contact Des 9435 4208 or [email protected] WHITLESEA FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB All ages, All skills All Welcome EPPING COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Inc., Yea Road, Whittlesea. Fully refurbished CENTRE, Findon Rd, Epping. rooms. Inspection welcome. Suitable for Contact: Brian Herlihy, Enq. Helen 9408 6646 Weddings, Birthdays, Engagements and other 0414 973 993 GREENSBOROUGH & DSITRICT parties up to 120 people. Full catering available. ANGLING CLUB INC., HALL, 161 Para Road, Contact Kaye 0487 013 533 or Greensborough. Ideal for functions, birthdays, Helen 0413 029 485 Training Seminars etc. New floor, ample tables 1st WHITTLESEA SCOUT & GUIDE HALL & chairs for up to 80. Can accommodate 100. – Fir St, Whittlesea. Large main hall with great Covered deck, BBQ, full disabled facilities. Off facilities including full kitchen, toilets, chairs street parking, full kitchen, split system heating/ and a few trestle tables. Available for any type of cooling. Some availability for permanent hire function. Bond required and inspections welcome. Is there something you would by groups. Website: www.gdac.com au Phone All enquiries contact Ian Goding 0408 066 412 or like to see in the Town Crier? enquiries always welcome on 0400 208 465 Lorraine Gregory 9716 2684 A family notice, a recipe, GREENSBOROUGH DISTRICT MASONIC WOLLERT COMMUNITY CENTRE, CENTRE, 23 Ester St Greensborough. Ideal for Epping Rd., Wollert. ENQ. 9217 2368 knitting pattern, hints to make Family Functions, up to 100 people, Seminars, WOODSTOCK HALL, Donnybrook Rd., life a bit easier in some way. Groups etc. Round & long tables, modern chairs. Woodstock. Ph. Len & Pauline Lord 9408 1494 Perhaps you have news you Some permanent bookings are available. Ample or 0410 300 146 off street parking. Modern full kitchen, full would like to share? Don’t be disabled access, heating & cooling. YARRAMBAT WAR MEMORIAL HALL shy, send it in. Website: gdmchall.org.au Enquiries welcome – 450 Ironbark Rd., Yarrambat. Heating, cooling, th Lindsay 0409 687 755 or 9465 2534 80-100 people. NO 18 ’s. Enq. 0421 288 498 Betty - 8401 3330 [email protected] DEADLINE 15th of the MONTH RECREATION NETBALL – Open aged & Mixed Netball. Any CLASSIFIED RATES teams or persons interested in playing Wednesday BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS Non-Profit Groups - NO CHARGE evening at RMIT University Bundoora contact For businesses etc., the size of adverts Elise 0433 702 326. Females Thursday night too. OTHERS:- $15 per ADVERT will be set the same as the current Classifieds & kept simple For 3 months (inc. GST) TENNIS- Whittlesea Tennis Club, Laurel St, Whittlesea runs social tennis Thursday nights (no graphics etc.) N.B. If more than 1 item for from 7.30pm on our fully lit 8 court family COST:- $25 per month for 4 lines and sale you may be required to pay friendly facility. $5.00pp to pay for lights. Like $6 for each additional line (Incl. GST) for multiple adverts us on FB for weekly updates. 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Whittlesea Environment Events & Programs Composting and worm farming workshop Wednesday 20 September, 7:00pm – 8.30pm Mill Park Library, 394 Plenty Road, Mill Park
Learn the art of successful home composting, worm farming and how to turn your food scraps into a To register call Sylvia Turk on (03) 9401 0509 or email [email protected] nutrient rich soil supplement.
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Come along to a guided walk with experts from Birdlife Australia. See and learn about Whittlesea’s local birds. This is an outdoor event so please dress appropriately and bring binoculars if you have To register call James Booth on (03) 9217 2323. them. Free lunch will be provided after the walk.
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FLOWERDALE KINGLAKE WEST COTTLES BRIDGE Stunning views, ultimate tree change - 50 acres 96 acres, 4 Lot Plan of Subdivision- Certified Hilltop, Space,light & views, 20 acres Architect designed energy efficient family home This is a mix of grazing with plantation of mature Fabulous opportunity to secure large acreage sits proudly on top of the hill, surrounded by blue gums. Formed gravel driveway to superb with the option to develop or retain as whole. 20 park like acres. A choice of formal & casual home site. 10 acres gently undulating good Lot 1 - 13.5 acres (approx) living, ample accommodation, 5 bedrooms, pasture, 2 dams fully fenced. Sealed road access Lot 2 - 6.75 acres (approx) study, alfresco deck, french provincial style and frontage. Power & Phone available. Lot 3 - 7.25 acres (approx) Lot 4 - 69 acres (approx) kitchen are but a few highlights Price: $319,000 Price: $495,000 Price: $1,310,000 - $1,370,000 Contact: Susan Sinclair 0417 599 555 Contact: Susan Sinclair 0417 599 555 Contact: Ian Mason 0418 597 176
CHRISTMAS HILLS HEIDELBERG GREENSBOROUGH Escape to the country! Well positioned apartment Set in coveted Apollo Parkways estate Idyllic rural retreat on over 10 gently undulating Two bedroom apartment, literally seconds from Close to everything. This captivating family acres, ideal for horses or stock surrounded lifestyle benefits on offer along Burgundy Street, home has been refurbished with extensive use with stunning views. Residence delivers open and an easy stroll to station, bus interchange and of marble in laundry, bathroom, ensuite, kitchen plan kitchen/dining/family zone, stainless steel hospital. Blue chip locale, see the value in living and outdoor kitchen in huge alfresco area with appliances, timber floors and vast window comfortably, in a contemporary low maintenance spa and seating. Fitted media/theatre, and much expanses to capture exceptional view hideaway with value adding update. more, this property wants for nothing. Price: $1,230,000 - $1,290,000 Price: $450,000 Price: $1,050,000 - $1,150,000 Contact: Richard Stepney 0408 347 930 Contact: Lynne White 0419 434 111 Contact: Trent Dunleavy 0403 416 879
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STEELS CREEK, 21 Brennan Avenue KINGLAKE HURSTBRIDGE AUCTION: On property 23rd September 11am Immerse yourself in nature Brand new home in heart of Hurstbridge Ten minutes from Yarra Glen, is this undulating 10 Fantastic opportunity to purchase private, peaceful Immaculate, brand new home offers stylish acres of vacant bushland in the Yarra Valley. Sealed acres covered in native vegetation, lyrebirds, tree opportunity to live in heart of Hurstbridge. Spotless road frontage and power available at front of block. ferns and wildlife. Build your home with permits 6 star energy rated home, irresistible modern Please Note: this site is zoned rural conservation already in place for a dwelling. Site already appeal, you will enjoy swathes of sunlight and and does have overlays and covenants therefore excavated and self contained studio in place with chic finishes throughout the inviting contemporary permits may be difficult. Seek town planning prior solar panels, electricity, driveway, retaining walls design. to auction. water tank, worm compost toilet. Contact: Donna Wilson 0409 676 933 or Price: $330,000 - $350,000 Price: $750,000 Jodie Thorneycroft 0438 861 288 Contact: Donna Wilson 0409 676 933 Contact: Richard Stepney 0408 347 930
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