TO ALL RESIDENTS POSTAGE PAID UBA ASSOC

ISSUE NO 93 AUGUST 1993

ABEL FAMILY HOUSE FIRE APPEAL A residents' group called "Friends of the Abel Family" has been formed to raise funds to help the family after they were burned out of their Salisbury Road home on June 5. A Trust Fund has already been established and the Abels have provided a list of items that were lost as a result of the fire. Donation opportunities and fundraising efforts include: *DONATION CANS at Upper Beac and Guys Hill merchants and both Post Offices. Donations can also be made at the Berwick or Pakenham offices of the Pakenham Gazette. *A RAFFLE, tickets $2 each or 3/$5; First Prize - 1 year, weekday membership at the Beacon Hills Golf Club; Second Prize -AKAI twin deck portable stereo: Third Prize - KEA fashion jacket. Contact Karen Southorn (059) 443 151. *A CASSEROLE NIGHT FUNDRAISER at the Upper Beac Community Hall, Saturday August 14 at 6.30 pm. Cost is $10 per adult; children can eat free. BYO and a casserole or dessert to share. Live entertainment. An AUCTION on the evening of August 14. Merchants, suppliers and the have donated items and services to be auctioned, with the proceeds going to the Trust Fund. Anyone with questions, suggestions or items to donate to the family or for the auction should contact Des McKenna (059) 443 516.

* * * * UBA MEETING - AUGUST 4 - 8 PM

COMMUNITY CENTRE

GUEST SPEAKER: Warwick Bayley, Pakenham Shire Engineer. He will discuss issues and answer questions relating to public works including road improvements, in Upper Beaconsfield.

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HOW TO JOIN THE UPPER BEACONSFIELD RURAL FIRE BRIGADE COLLEEN LAZENBY The UBRFB, housed in the village's fire station on Emerald Road, was established in 1924. It is an all-volunteer brigade. Any able-bodied, healthy male or female above the age of 16 can join, and numerous young members have been trained, as well as people over 50. The brigade has the advantages of being a well-organised, mobile body linked by radio communications with its members and other groups. As a result, in addition to fires of any sort, the UBRFB responds to motor vehicle accidents, chemical spills, search and rescue missions, trees across the road, downed power lines, ... any emergency that requires trained mobile personnel. Brigade members meet for training sessions every Sunday from 9:30AM to midday, or Wednesdays from 7:30-10:00PM, and it is recommended that volunteers attend about 12 sessions each year. Basic training for recruits involves learning about the structure of the Country Fire Authority (CFA) and the way the local brigade functions, understanding the chain of command essential for safe, efficient emergency response at sites, the fundamentals of teamwork, the correct operation of pumps, hoses, and all the other principles of fire- fighting. Many firefighters undertake additional training in the use of breathing apparatus, first-aid training, and hazardous materials handling. While the CFA likes firefighters to be versatile and capable of most things, not all volunteers need to be trained in all areas; those who don't have specialty training are not required to attempt certain procedures. Training sessions are not only occasions to learn the techniques of fire-fighting; they present opportunities for brigade members to get to know each other and become accustomed to working together - a necessary prerequisite when lives and safety are entrusted to others in dangerous situations. Most of the practical training takes place in the local area. Fire-fighting skills are honed at a specially designed "smoke" house, and in controlled fire situations; pumping and drawing water for the tankers are practised at streams, creeks, and dams, and exercises in survival and fire-fighting in the bush are practised on bush blocks around the area. Some who have joined the UBRFB with apprehensions about fire and personal danger have overcome their initial hesitations, and have become important team members. Recruits remain on six- month probationary status while they find out whether they wish to actually join the brigade. Once they become registered members of the CFA, volunteers can attend monthly UBRFB meeting, held the first Monday of each month in the fire station. Fire-fighters, including those in training during the six-month probation period, are covered by CFA insurance and compensation. Currently there are between 30 and 40 UBRFB volunteers in our community, four of whom are women. Three members specialise in radio operations. Our brigade compares favourably with any other one in the region in terms of size; it has however been said by outsiders that this volunteer brigade is very well trained, cohesive and very capable. Volunteer fire-fighting is a very special kind of community service, and not for everyone. The man who has been the brigade's leader for nearly twenty years, Captain Eric Bumpstead, says that morale is very high in the group, and that the UBRFB is "a very fine body of people". For those who would like to join, the best idea is to appear at the station for the Sunday morning of Wednesday evening training sessions. For additional information contact Captain Bumpstead (059) 443 298.

WANTED!!! Any items of secondhand Cub Scout, Scout or Venturer uniforms, including hats and scarves, or books. See Scout Group report for details. - 3 -

HOW TO JOIN THE UPPER BEACONSFIELD RURAL FIRE BRIGADE AUXILIARY The UBRFB Auxiliary currently has far fewer members than the brigade, and they would be pleased to welcome new members. The purpose of the Auxiliary is to raise money to purchase equipment and other items which will aid the brigade in its operations. In addition, members of the Auxiliary can be called upon to provide food and drink for fire fighters and other personnel involved in emergency situations. As a fund raising venture the Auxiliary also caters for private functions, charging a fee that is added to the coffers for the fire brigade. We also collect any clean old clothing, material, or similar items that can be used for rags. There is no training for the Auxiliary. Members are simply asked to participate in fund raising activities such as cake stalls at village functions, operation of Tea Room at the annual Village Fair, ticket sales for raffles for donated items and gourmet food baskets, catering for fund raising and for fire fighters, help with the fire brigade Auctions, and at yearly brigade and Auxiliary social functions. Both men and women can join the UBRFB Auxiliary simply by showing up for meetings that take place on the last Tuesday of each month at 8.00 pm the fire station. The atmosphere is very relaxed, and a warm feeling of community spirit and friendliness marks each meeting. Many people have made friends in the Auxiliary that they cherish: I know I certainly have. For more information call President Dot Pockett (03) 707-5797.

AGGRESSIVE DOGS - SOME INFORMATION FOR OWNERS PHILLIP ROCKE As I was walking along a quiet road the other day with a friend we got to discussing how the number of aggressive dogs had increased over the past few years. I realised that there is no road out of the village these days where you can avoid being threatened by dogs which look as though they could cause serious injury if they either decided to attack. You can only wonder what many dogs would do if they got through the fence or off the chain. The Shire of Pakenham was happy to provide the following information: Every dog must be kept under effective control by either voice command, by chain or by fence. Penalties for lack of control include: Wandering at large - $100 Where a dog has attacked or rushed at a person or livestock, a magistrate can order a penalty of up to $500, and the dog can be ordered to be destroyed or muzzled. In addition the owner can be liable for unlimited damages in the courts if injury has been caused (everyone with a dog should check their insurance policies). Bad injuries can cost millions these days. Persons who are threatened or attacked can report the situation to the Shire, and the Shire advised me that all complaints are followed up. You must give your name, but that is then kept confidential. The Shire number is (059) 411 011, and an officer of the Shire is available even out of hours in the case of attack or threat. New Residents We welcome these new residents: GRANT COURT - Rohan & Sharyn Lizars LEPPITT ROAD - Michael & Mary Girado ST. GEORGES ROAD - Richard & Fiona Williams SALISBURY ROAD - Fiona & Geoff Schoonderwaldt QUAMBY ROAD - Debbie & Gary Boler - 4 -

UPPER BEACONSFIELD KINDERGARTEN - FUNDING CUTS ANNE McCORMICK PRESIDENT The State Government has announced a reduction in funding of $5 million for 1993-94 and $11 million in the next financial year, and a move from staff salary subsidies to a contribution of $800 per enrolled child.

This lower level of funding would cause a probable shortfall of approx. $22,000 in the Upper Beaconsfield Kinder 1994 budget which would be a huge amount to try and make up in fee increases and fundraising between the parents of the 52 children presently enrolled.

Having fee increases in 1994 will possibly cause drop-out from lower income families, and every enrolment lost means a drop in funding and viability of this Kindergarten.

Another damaging effect will be that these per capita payments will cripple Kindergartens with small catchment areas and lower child population densities and many Kindergartens will close as a result.

The Committee have already had to rely on fund-raising to maintain the standard of the Kinder environment and pay the bills, and the parents time and finances have been stretched thinly to achieve this. This fund-raising will now have to be devoted to meet payroll obligations if the Kinder is to continue in the face of the State Government cuts.

The Upper Beaconsfield Kindergarten Committee has already written to relevant ministers, politicians and government representatives expressing concern at the cuts to funding.

We ask you as members of the community to support the Kindergarten by signing one of the several petitions circulated through the local shopkeepers.

The Committee are receiving advice through the Shire and statewide parent bodies as to steps which might be taken. We will keep you advised of any further developments.

For further information contact: Secretary, Moira Parker (059) 443 274.

COMMUNITY AID ABROAD MERGED WITH FREEDOM FROM HUNGER DES McKENNA 443 516 The annual doorknock appeal for Freedom From Hunger will be conducted from September 5th to September 12th and whilst we will be contacting those very generous supporters who help out each year, we would appreciate any offers to help from other members of the community. The appeal has been highly successful in Upper Beaconsfield over a number of years and hopefully this year will be no exception. C.A.A. and F.F.H merged in 1992 to form the largest Australian based international development organization. It supports over 450 projects in more than 30 countries including Aboriginal . These projects are mostly small scale which help the most disadvantaged people to overcome their poverty. They are self-help focused, cost effective and inexpensive and often have a magnified benefit by acting as models for action in other communities. - 5 -

1ST BEACONSFIELD UPPER SCOUT GROUP GROUP LEADER - PETER DEERING 443 521 PRESIDENT - BARRY SMITH 443 219

WANTED!!! Any items of uniforms, including hats and scarves, and books. Many families must have a range of these items, stored away in drawers and cupboards, that you no longer require. Our secondhand uniform store is willing to sell your uniforms on consignment if necessary. Ring Jenny Erwin 443 737 for details. All books can be returned to Peter Deering or Leaders. During these tough economic times we would appreciate your help.

Our firewood raffles are continuing to get good support and we thank people who are buying tickets. Thanks also to the parents who help with ticket selling. Remember - if you haven't won yet, it is probably because you didn't buy enough tickets.

Scouts had a most enjoyable family day hike to Cathedral Range in June with some invigorated, and leg weary, parents vowing to join in on more of these activities. Thanks to Peter Bradley for organising the day. We also had the opportunity to meet our latest Leader recruit -Neil McCarthy, who had previously come from . Neil has offered his services to us and we welcome him warmly.

Congratulations to our Scout Darrell Smith who has been chosen to represent Toomuc District at a Scout Association of Australia, Victorian Youth Forum in August. He will join 60 delegates from across the State at a weekend camp at Yallourn North to discuss the present direction of Scouting and put forward any suggestions for improvements. Darrell would welcome any comments from members and parents that may be raised at the Forum. Phone 443 219.

Welcome back to Paul Harvey who has rejoined our Cub Scout Pack to replace Matt Cornthwaite. Paul has a wealth of knowledge and is a wonderful asset to our Group.

Venturers have had an entertaining term with a trip to the Gang Show, first aid, trivial pursuit, murder/mystery and movie nights. They are planning a hike to Cathedral Range and a night at the go-carts. New male or female members are welcome and you can contact Jenny Conn (03) 707 5101 or Steve Thomson 443 468.

CARDINIA CREEK CONTROVERSY The proposal by Water to create a park along Cardinia Creek is a controversial one with implications for all residents of Upper Beaconsfield. In order to cover all the issues we are delaying an article on the proposal and hope to have it in the next issue. In the meantime anyone wishing to have further information from particular interest groups could contact Will McCutcheon, Melbourne Water representative at the Berwick Civic Centre, Graeme Mickle of the Cardinia Creek Landowners Association (44 3989) or Neil McDonald of the Conservation Group (44 3782). - 6 -

UPPER BEACONSFIELD HALL AND COMMUNITY COMPLEX HELEN SMITH A little bit of local history went up in smoke on June 13 when the old cottage at the rear of the Hall was burnt and demolished. The cottage which had become an eyesore in recent years, was originally the Hall caretaker's home. This following item is taken from the souvenir booklet Centenary of the Upper Beaconsfield School and Hall 1884 - 1984. "A caretaker's cottage was moved to a site at the back of the Hall about 1912. The first caretaker was Mr. W. Russell. When the space was required for a croquet court in 1926, the cottage was moved to its present situation at the end of Halford Road. During the move the caretaker and his family lived in the former supper room - the north end of the Hall where the stage is. Water was laid on from the Hall tanks to the cottage. From 1933 to 1938 the caretaker was Mr. Harold Edwards, whose daughter, Mrs. Betty Jones of Cockatoo, remembers those days. The caretaker's duties included the upkeep of the Hall itself and the tennis and croquet courts. For social events in the Hall, he would be in the kitchen helping with the catering, and keeping a big log fire going in the Hall fireplace if the night was chilly."

Members of the Hall Committee ask that residents go and see for themselves the improvements made in the grounds over the past months. They will be pleasantly surprised. The playground is finished, the grounds have been levelled and grass is starting to grow, blackberries have been cleared and a lot of mulching and planting has been undertaken. The cottage area is now cleared and tidied up. In addition, the tennis club has vacated the top tennis court and the clubroom. The top tennis court is being turned into extra carparking and being landscaped, while the clubroom is being spruced up. When completed, the Hall Committee foresees that the park at the rear of the Complex will become a popular place for picnics. With the lower tennis court still available for public use, a children's playground, plenty of room to kick a football or play cricket, a barbeque (a future project) and the Clubroom available for hire as an eating/entertainment room, the whole area has a lot of potential and residents will be able to appreciate, use and enjoy this attractive open area right in the heart of the township. For the recent works done at the Hall grounds, many people must be thanked. As well as the members of the Hall Committee, thank you to the members of the Upper Beaconsfield C.F.A. for the demolition of the cottage, a work team from the Department of Corrections for the cleaning up after the burn, the Shire of Pakenham for the removal of rubbish. Sue Simmons for the planting, Rotary Club of Upper Beaconsfield for their assistance on the carpark working bee, Royce Thomson for post hole digging and Dale Allen for soil fill. However, we haven't finished yet - and we hope to have a lot more to thank when we do! But it has been a great job done so far. If any residents would like to offer assistance with the landscaping still to be done, you will be welcomed with open arms! Contact Peter Green, tel. 443 962.

* * * * PLANNING A PARTY? HALL FOR HIRE Save the hassles of entertaining at home and book the Upper Beaconsfield Hall for your next function. For a very reasonable rate you have the use of a pleasant country style venue, seating around 100, with a good kitchen and additional supper room. Book early and you won't miss out. ENQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS telephone Helen Smith 443 219. Also available for hire - chairs, crockery, cutlery, piewarmer, urn, tablecloths. - 7 -

POST OFFICE PLEAS(E) RAY RATCLIFF Have a thought for the Post Office people who have to sort and deliver your mail, particularly while Julie & Ray are away on holiday! Lots of mail comes addressed any old way and the mail wizards have to try and sort it out! Try these: 1. Do you have a Post Office Box and receive mail not bearing your box number? 2. Do you receive mail which does not carry your street number or even your current address? 3. Do you collect your mail at Guys Hill P.O., 3807, although your mail comes addressed to Upper Beaconsfield P.O., 3808? Thirty or forty incorrectly addressed letters each day cause double handling and unnecessary delays in this category! 4. Do you receive your mail addressed to one of your Company names with an incomplete address: e.g. General Peanut Supplies, Stoney Creek Road, Upper Beaconsfield, 3808?? 5. Do you advise the Post Office of names of guests in residence who are likely to receive mail?? We are fortunate to have a friendly, pleasant Post Office free of tedious officialdom but the standard of mail addressing makes it appear as though we are all taking their goodwill for granted, and ignoring the nuisance and waste of time which slackness in our mail addresses causes them; this apart from the delay to our mail!

The relievers tell us that over 80% of the mail received in Upper Beaconsfield Post Office causes a nuisance in one of these ways:- i) No reference to P.O. Box number when applicable; ii) Missing street numbers/or property names; iii) Regular mail bearing incorrect postal address; iv) Company names with insufficient address to identify addressee; v) Guest mail incompletely addressed. Only some sustained effort by you to advise your correct postal address can achieve the desirable improvement. Keep telling the computers of your correct postal address! A shift in the right direction would be a great welcome back for Ray & Julie!

DIARY DATES July 30 : Fire Brigade and Auxiliary Farewell to Greenaways August 14 : UBRFB Auxiliary Melbourne Shopping Spree; depart from Fire Station. August 14 : Abel House Fire Casserole Night Fundraiser; Upper Beaconsfield Community Hall at 6.30 p.m. August 17 : Kindergarten Open Day September 7 : UBRFB Auxiliary Towel Night; Fire Station, 7.30 p.m. - 8 -

COUNCIL NOTES KEITH EWENSON OH WHAT A DAY! SUNDAY 25TH JULY The Shire President, Cr. William Ronald, officially opened the Beaconsfield Children's Services Centre, in Lyle Avenue, for the Shire at 10.30. At 12.00 he opened the Pakenham Children's Centre, which is situated on the Princes Highway. At 1.00 p.m. the Homegarth Community Centre was opened in Dunbarton Drive, Pakenham. These are three new Centres providing community services for the people of Pakenham and Beaconsfield. NON EVENT ELECTION DAY. August the 7th was scheduled as Election Day for many Councils throughout . In Pakenham only the Retiring Councillors nominated so there is no need for an election. No Election Anywhere Within The Shire On This Occasion. FIRE SAFETY ADVICE FOR NEW BUILDINGS. The Shire has resolved to issue printed advice to all Builders of New Homes north of the Highway. Copies of the advice is available from the Council's Building Control Section. In addition to this action we are pursuing with the Minister for Planning, the need for effective State Legislation on the subject. SPECIAL HARD RUBBISH COLLECTION???? The Council has called for a Report on the possibility of discontinuing the collection of Hard Waste. If you have any comments to pass on this subject let your Councillors know as soon as possible.

RECREATION RESERVE BILL PHYSICK The Committee of Management are putting together a strategic plan for future development (or non-development) of the various areas of the Reserve. Current user groups have been asked to prepare plans on their projected usage over the next 5 years, but any other interested groups or residents are welcome to submit their ideas through their community representative Bob Taylor. The Pony Club have applied to the Committee for permission to convert their existing assembly area in the equestrian section of the Reserve to a new arena. This will require some surface preparation, but will improve safety for young riders as use of the area behind the Burton Road goals will be greatly reduced, with all horses to be contained down in the equestrian area. The area in the southwestern corner of the Reserve has been topsoiled and seeded, and blocked off to cars temporarily while the grass grows. It is intended to replace the existing benches and tables before the end of the year.

BONE MARROW REGISTER REFER ERNIE BIRD (Bus. 544 7333 - Home 707 4342 So far 15 volunteers have offered to have a Blood Test to determine their suitability for entry on to the Australian Bone Marrow Register. An Additional 15 Volunteers are needed to justify that the blood tests {which are painless) can be carried out at Upper Beaconsfield. To qualify you should be aged 18 to 50 years old in good health and willing to undergo a blood test to ensure suitability for the programme which may save someone’s life! Please contact PAT FINN 059 44 3635 or JOHN LEWIS 059 44 3686 BY MID AUGUST, 1993. - 9 -

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT PAKENHAM SHIRE CR. PETER MEEKING 443 568 Kindergarten - The Changes With the Governments decision to reduce and limit the funding for pre school/ kindergartens, committees are now meeting with the Shire Offices in an effort to determine options for 1994. This is a most difficult time for parents, teachers and members of the Committees, and careful steps will need to be taken to make certain that the best results are obtained from the reduced funding which is to be available. Ms Jan Cropley, Community Development Officer at the Shire of Pakenham, will be available to assist, as too are the Riding Councillors. Freedom of Information - Local Government On the 1st January 1994, the Freedom of Information Legislation will also apply to Local Government. This will not impact greatly on the Shire or its residents, as all reasonable requests are already accommodated by the Shire staff. The charges imposed by the Legislation requires the lodgment of an application together with a fee of $20. In addition, the legislation requires the charging of a further fee to cover the cost of providing the material which has been sought. Australia Day 1994. With the success of the Australia Day activities over the past few years, Council is now to select an on going and representative committee to consider further options to advance Australia Day celebrations in the Shire. Environmental Management Strategy Officer. Council has agreed to provide for the extension of the services of Sue Harris as Environmental Officer until the 30th September, 1994, so as to enable many of the developed strategies to be implemented. Sue will work on a slightly reduced time scale, so as to extend the employment until September 1994. Carers of Disabled People. There are many people in our community trying to cope with disabled children and invalid parents within their own home, sometimes under great difficulty, with little or no support. To gain respite care is very very difficult, and Council is now to conduct a Carers Consumer Forum at the Shire Offices at 1.00 p. m. on Thursday, 5th August, 1993. This is meant as a support day to find out your needs and to assist you. ALL are welcome.

Membership Many thanks to those who responded to the call for membership dues for the year. To date the UBA has 92 paid memberships, at $5 per household. Fees can still be forwarded to Phil Rocke, UBA, Treasurer, P.O. Box 86, Upper Beaconsfield, 3808. - 10 -

FALLS PREVENTION PROGRAMME Mountain District Community Health Centre is launching an innovative new programme through both its Cockatoo and Pakenham centres aimed at reducing the number of injuries through falls.

Falling is one of the real risks as one gets older, and can often top the first step in reducing one's independence and quality of life. Research indicates in fact that among men and women over the age of 65, one in three will experience a fall each year. This often leads to broken bones or concussion leading to hospitalisation.

Based on a similar very successful programme conducted by the Injury and Prevention Forum of South Australia, which resulted in a 50% reduction in domestic falls among the elderly, the programme offers those at risk of falling a low cost home inspection by a trained member of staff. The staff member from the Community Health Centre will visit your home, advise you on fall hazards in and around the home, and ways to eliminate them, such as installation of a grab rail, or anti-slip flooring and slippery surface treatment.

A limited special offer at reduced prices on products to help reduce fall risks is available through the companies who are supporting the project.

A night light will be supplied and installed free of charge for all participants in the programme.

For further information regarding the Mountain District Community Health Centre's Falls Prevention Programme, please contact Janine (059) 401 866 and Sue on (059) 688 146.

PIANO TEACHING USING THE SUZUKI METHOD BRIGITTE HAPKE More than fifty years ago Dr. Suzuki from Japan became convinced that talent is not something with which one is endowed by nature, but instead it is something to be acquired throughout one's whole life.

He successfully established the fact that all children who can speak their mother tongue are capable of developing their talent in various directions, if only proper training is given. He calls it the MOTHER TONGUE METHOD, but in Australia people call it the SUZUKI METHOD.

In adapting this natural education method to piano playing (and many other instruments), it is normal for children to start between the ages 4 and 9. They learn by ear through tapes, and learn to read the notes later, just as they do with language. The parent attends the lesson and encourages the child during the week.

Through the Suzuki growing process children develop JOY OF LEARNING, confidence and self-esteem, self-discipline and concentration, as well as a sensitivity and skill of making music. Dr. Suzuki's priority is not to produce professionals, though this often occurs, but rather to develop the individual child as a good and happy person. 'Man is the son of his environment' and the fate of the child is in the parent's hands.

Anyone wishing to have their child taught by the Suzuki method should contact Brigitte (see ad. in the classified section). - 11 -

BERWICK/UPPER BEACONSFIELD RED CROSS UNIT REPORT MARIE WOMERSLEY PUBLICITY OFFICER (03)707 1103 The Annual General Meeting of the Unit which was held on 9th July brought together a large and friendly mix of members, representatives from neighbouring Units and local groups and 'Friends of Red Cross'. In addition to giving community service in a number of areas, the total amount raised from all sources during the year was $27,803. This was an excellent result during a difficult financial year.

The latest addition to the variety of home nursing equipment held by the Unit was on show at the meeting. This is a specially constructed chair for use by people suffering from hip replacement, leg and back injuries. Grateful thanks go to members of the Lions Club of Berwick for providing the finance for the purchase.

Red Cross in our region became involved with the disaster situation which arose in Wonthaggi during Queens Birthday week-end when a Wind Storm severely damaged houses and shops. The catering teams in the area were alerted at 7.15 a.m. By 9 a.m. the teams were serving breakfast to several hundred people. This was a satisfying effort for all concerned. Another aspect of disaster planning is contained in the efforts of Mr. Phil Jones, Health and Safety Education Officer, to bring first aid classes to the notice of residents in local areas. Courses vary in length from several weeks to just a few hours. The contact number for enquiries is (03) 707 5230.

Young Victorians once again have the opportunity to be rewarded for their outstanding local community efforts through the 1993 Red Cross Humanitarian Service Award which was instituted by the Greek Red Cross Unit some years ago. In fact, a young girl nominated by our Unit won the inaugural award. The age range is from 15 to 25 years. A grant of $1000 will be made for academic studies or self development endeavours. The award is open to all young people regardless of race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. This is not just for Red Cross Units. Nominations can be made by any group or person (other than family). Applications close on Friday, 11th September, 1993. Please give a young person an opportunity to win. Nomination forms will be available during August.

BEACONHILLS COUNTRY GOLF CLUB BARBARA JACKSON Congratulations to Club Professional Graham Kelly on his election as President of the Victorian Professional Golfers Association, for a three year term. In his role of President, Graham will sit on the Board of the Professional Golfers Association of Australia, which has 1300 members Australia wide, 260 in Victoria.

Club Champion Mark Auhl was among 72 of the best amateurs in the State who qualified to play in the Portsea Open Amateur tournament, played over 72 holes on 10 and 11 July. Scoring 72, 71, 74, 78 = 295 Mark was just one shot behind the leader after three rounds and finished in 7th place, five shots behind the winner. Congratulations Mark!

Gillian Lewis recently joined the lady members and has already achieved a nearest the pin. Congratulations Gillian, a nice way to start.

Winter Rules now apply at Beaconhills, so check the Local Rules board before starting your round - you may save an extra stroke or two. - 12 -

UPPER BEACONSFIELD ASSOCIATION NEWS COLLEEN LAZENBY The following items of interest to residents have come to the attention of the UBA: Firewood: The Shire Council would be willing to advise Service Clubs, in advance, of places where firewood will be available as a result of tree clearing associated with road construction. It is expected that the Service Clubs would be interested in collecting the firewood on behalf of those most in need. The Shire also pointed out that the collection of firewood is only permitted where trees have been removed to facilitate road improvements and that firewood removal (by residents) in other circumstances is prohibited". Interested Service Club members and residents with related questions should contact Shire Engineer Warwick Bayley (059) 411 011. Ragwort Control: The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources has recently released a pamphlet listing herbicides that are effective for the chemical control of ragwort. Copies can be obtained by calling Sonia Culley, DCNR -Dandenong: 706-7000. The Hills Ragwort Control Group(HRCG) has the following spraying equipment for rent at a nominal fee: 2 backpack units; 1 boom spray and 1 handgun sprayer, both to be used from the back of a tractor or trailer, and both suitable for paddocks. The HRCG meets the fourth Friday of each month at the Mountain District Community Health Centre, McBride Street, Cockatoo, and they welcome new members. For information about equipment rental and the meetings call Sue Green: (059) 681 256. Natural Gas: Frank McKenzie contacted the Gas and Fuel Corp. to inquire whether circumstances have changed since the last evaluation (1986) of costs to provide natural gas service to Upper Beaconsfield. Graham Izard of the Dandenong office indicated that it would not be an economical, profit-making venture for them, even though the network has been extended to Narre Warren and Harkaway. Costs will remain prohibitive until such time as population size is much larger in the local area.

SALISBURY HOUSE NEWS DIVERSIONAL THERAPIST JULIE LEED 443 855 Our trip to Upper Pakenham for a morning of organ music was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone that went, we would like to thank Mr. & Mrs. Webster for opening their home to us. Please remember our Nursing Home is open to anyone who would like to have input into our activity program in any way or even just to come in and have a look around. We would like tell Val Mckay one of our special volunteers that we will miss her smiling face and lovely singing voice, as she is going off to study at college for a special path in life. Also leaving us is two of our life sisters Iris and Dawn who are being replaced by Jan and June, a big Thank You must go to these ladies who have been visiting our home for a long time and the friends they have made will miss them dearly. Salisbury House would like to thank St. John's Church for the use of their facilities and also the Upper Beaconsfield Community Centre for the use of their big 'White Board' for our recent seminar. We would also like to sincerely thank the Kiwanis and Keith for painting a couple of rooms in the home - they look lovely. - 13 -

CHILD BIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES "What does parenthood mean to you?" The Childbirth Education Classes which Mountain District Community Health Centre are offering in Pakenham will provide an opportunity for you and your partner/birth assistant to explore this and many other issues in preparation for childbirth. This course is a new initiative of the Community Health Centre and aims to complement existing ante-natal services at an affordable cost. Explore a broad cross section of the areas of interest and concern which face new and more experienced parents. The physical and emotional changes which women experience during pregnancy, exercise and good nutrition, foetal development, preparation for labour and pain relief, birth plans and breast feeding will be covered. Together with these aspects of physical care the course will also explore the emotional changes which a newborn baby may bring to existing relationships and the adjustments required for all to feel secure and supported. The course offers an opportunity to approach the birth and care of your newborn and the challenges you may face with confidence and skill.

This initial course, beginning on July 28th, runs for 7 weeks, 7.00 pm-- 9.00 pm and will be based in Pakenham. The second one starting October 27th will be either Cockatoo or Pakenham. Cost is $5.00 per couple per session - this includes a light supper. For further inquiries or to make your booking please contact: Community Health Nurse Sue Bradley at Mountain Districts Cockatoo Office, McBride Street, Cockatoo. Ph: (059) 688146, Mon - Fri. 9-5.

UBRFB AUXILIARY NEWS COLLEEN LAZENBY After a number of years during which the Auxiliary has not needed to turn out to feed brigade firefighters at any emergency sites, the members have appeared in mid-afternoon at a brush fire on the Officer-Beaconsfield Road, at a late night house fire on the same road, and at the structure demolition by fire on Halford Street, behind the Community Centre. Food and hot drinks were much appreciated by the brigade.

Fundraisers planned for the next couple of months by the Auxiliary include a chauffeured shopping excursion to outlets and wholesalers in Melbourne on August 14. The fee of $30 covers a seat and lunch; a few places may be left - call Diane Rose to enquires (059) 443 869. On September 7, at 7.30 p.m. in the fire station, beautiful towels will be offered for sale at "seconds" prices. The Auxiliary was very pleased with the quality of the towels the last time we did this. Everyone is invited to come along, enjoy the company, and purchase some lovely towels. We would also like to remind people that we continue to collect all and any rags to be sold by weight to raise funds. Rags, old clothing and material can be dropped at either the Upper Beaconsfield Milk Bar or the fire station or call Nancy Boura: (059) 443 632, for pick up.

As always we welcome new members at any time. - 14 -

GREENAWAYS LEAVE UPPER BEACONSFIELD COLLEEN LAZENBY Victor and Judy Greenaway, long-time residents of St. George's Road, will leave Upper Beac in August. With their departure will also go the "Broomhill Pottery" and kiln, the place from which Vic Greenaway's fame as a potter and artist radiated across the country and overseas. "Mud from here has gone all over the world", Vic said, including North and South America, Japan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, England, Italy, France, and the Netherlands. Pieces are owned by all the major museums and collections in Australia and New Zealand, as well as by the Royal Blert Museum; Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands is a private collector. The Greenaways arrived in Upper Beaconsfield in 1969 when Vic joined Ian Sprague in his workshop at "Mungeribar Pottery" on St. George's Road. Their daughter Kylie was just a year old; Lisa was born the next year. The family lived in a cottage on the Sprague property, and for many years Ian was their mainstay. In 1974, Vic and Judy bought land immediately adjacent to Ian Sprague's and built "Broomhill", named after a street in Essex, home of Vic's maternal family. The process of setting each brick of the kiln established the basis for Vic Greenaway's creativity at Broomhill, as well as the financial support of his young family. Victor credits Ian Sprague with being his mentor, and Sprague's departure-^ from Upper Beaconsfield in 1980 effectively ended Vic's hope that a permanent centre for ceramic art and excellence would evolve around the nucleus of Mungeribar and Broomhill. The past 25 years have been important ones for the Greenaways, and their role in life of Upper Beaconsfield has been a considerable one. Vic was just 20 when they arrived and he says that, "Judy and I grew up in Upper Beaconsfield". Since many families had only one car in the late 60's and 70's, Judy and other young mothers (and fathers) formed a cooperative network for buying goods, sharing tasks, driving duties, caring for and raising children. Young families like the Greenaways, Harringtons, Jamiesons, Silberbauers, Ballingers, and Magees were in the same situation, and they formed a shopping group to make the best buys for meat, vegetables, bread, groceries and chickens. That set of parents and children became friends, and a number of those relationships persist to this day. Judy was part of this Mothers' Club, along with any other groups formed to develop facilities and opportunities for children in Upper Beaconsfield, including a notable period as President of the Pony Club. Victor was President of the Tennis Club for a time and of the UBA, but his most significant involvement, and the one through which he became "a part of the community in far more depth", was the Fire Brigade where he was a Lieutenant and later President. Vic believes that the community feeling of those young families in the 70's, along with powerful local opposition to the development of the Emerald/Beaconsfield Road as a main traffic artery formed a strong nucleus of people who laid the foundation for the present nature of Upper Beaconsfield. The Greenaway's move away reflects the changing quality of their lives. They no longer have resident children, and their careers have reached a point where there is a great deal of travel, and possibilities for overseas work. Judy is extremely busy at Monash Library and with consulting work; Victor travels to exhibits and shows, and is developing a reputation as a painter as well as a ceramic artist. He has started a craftsman/teacher relationship with the Meat Works Craft Centre in Melbourne and with a gallery in Metung. They will have residences in both places, and the Broomhill kiln will be reinstalled at Metung. The Greenaways will hold a Clearing Sale of Household items and Broomhill pottery at 54 St. George's Road on Sunday July 25th at 11:00 (viewing from 8:30). Friends and collectors will have an opportunity to see Vic and Judy and wish them well on that day. Call (059) 443 573 or 018 594 345 for details. - 15 -

RECENT HOUSE FIRES REINFORCE FIRE SAFETY MESSAGES Jon Boura - Upper Beaconsfield Fire Brigade Several fires in UPPER Beaconsfield homes reinforce the fire safety messages that have been contained in past Village Bell articles. PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE 1). Two faulty chimneys with very different results: a) A chimney fire in a wood heater produced enough heat to split the outer flue. Luckily the wall behind the heater was brick and there was a cathedral ceiling. These facts, combined with the resident's prompt actions shutting down the vents and calling the Fire Brigade ensured there was no further damage. b) It is suspected that a hole in the back of a chimney of an open fire place caused the second fire which led to major damage to an old weatherboard home. 2) A household appliance was left running whilst the resident went to the shop. Lots of people do it, and 99% of the time nothing goes wrong. This time, however, the machine caught fire. Luckily a passer-by noticed the smoke, called the Fire Brigade, entered the house and closed a door on the fire. The fire was contained to the laundry.

INCREASE THE SAFETY OF YOUR FAMILY Obviously it is better to wake to the warning of a smoke detector than to a fire in your bedroom. Smoke detectors save lives and every home should have them.

KNOW HOW TO CONTACT THE FIRE BRIGADE The newspaper report of the Officer-Upper Beaconsfield Road house fire gave the impression that the Upper Beaconsfield Fire Brigade took up to 15 minutes to arrive. This apparently lengthy response time shows the importance of dialing the correct number : 44 3333. The fire was reported on the 000 number. The operator determined that it was a report of fire and passed the call on to the MFB; the MFB then notified the CFA Operations Centre at Dandenong who, unsure of the exact location, alerted the Beaconsfield Fire Brigade. Beaconsfield then rang Upper Beaconsfield on 44 3333. If the report given to the newspaper is accurate, this process took 7 minutes. This is a long time when your house is on fire. The Upper Beaconsfield Fire Brigade had two units (Upper Beaconsfield Tanker and Van) on the road 2 minutes after finally receiving the fire call. Upper Beaconsfield Support 1 and Support 2 followed shortly after. The first Upper Beaconsfield unit was in attendance 6 minutes after leaving the station. In this case calling 44 3333 would have cut the response time almost in half. And that can make a lot of difference. We were supported at this fire by Beaconsfield and Toomuc Fire Brigades (not Officer as reported in the newspaper).

THE MORALS OF THESE TRUE STORIES: 1. Preventative maintenance helps avoid fires 2. Smoke detectors save lives. 3. If you have a fire - remove anyone in immediate danger - close doors to areas alight to slow fire spread - call the Fire Brigade on 44 3333 immediately. - 16 -

WINDERMERE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES: AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN UPPER BEACONSFIELD Since Family Action: Dandenong Valley moved from its Dandenong premises to 48 Webb Street, Narre Warren 12 months ago, it has undergone more than just a name change. Now known as Windermere Child & Family, Services this non-government agency dedicated to the material and emotional wellbeing of children and their families, today occupies the ground floor of a purpose-built building in the heart of Melbourne's growth corridor.

The surrounding municipalities - Berwick, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Dandenong and Springvale - are amongst those hardest hit by the current recession. Unemployment, homelessness, marriage and family breakdown, and in some cases physical and sexual abuse, have created extreme hardship for many families. They turn to Windermere's services - family and financial counselling, emergency accommodation, residential care for children and advice on parenting skills - in despair. And Windermere takes great satisfaction in its exceptional record of positive outcomes.

The other recent change to Windermere's situation is its current shortfall in funds. Government cutbacks and a huge increase in the numbers of people seeking help, mean that Windermere is struggling to maintain its unique blend of services.

After 15 years of service to the community of Upper Beaconsfield, Windermere now seeks its help. We believe that the wellbeing of children and families is a value dear to most people, and that the community will rally around us. So we ask you to share in a very practical form of caring by making Windermere your personal project, and by giving your time and support to our Bridge to the Future Capital Development Campaign to raise $2.5 million over the next 5 years.

Please call Marlene Polsa on 213 1800 with your suggestions and contributions for maintaining this vital community service. OPEN DAY AT UPPER BEACONSFIELD KINDERGARTEN

WHO CAN COME? Everyone is welcome; prospective families, families new to the area, students, visitors from further afield, anyone and everyone is welcome to attend.

WHAT'S THERE TO SEE AND DO? See a morning and afternoon session of kinder in action! Visitors' children can participate and join in. Talk to staff and committee members. Watch a video on 'What we do at Kindergarten. Receive an information booklet all about our kindergarten. Enjoy a cuppa and watch children at play. WHEN IS IT? TUESDAY, 17TH AUGUST - 9 - 11.30 A.M. AND 1 - 3.30 P.M. We would love to see you there. Please come - and ask your friends too. P.S. If this date does not suit you please phone the Kinder on 443 822 and make an appointment for another time and day that does. - 17 -

ST. JOHN'S YOUTH CLUB "CROSS ROADS" BEN MAGHANOY "Cross Roads" Youth Club has now commenced for Term 3. The Club is open to all youth in the community from 12 - 18 years of age (secondary students age group) with or without religious beliefs of creed. There is no membership required. For new-comers just telephone or simply roll-in and introduce yourself and you will be warmly welcomed. As the name suggests, we are located on the corner of the cross roads of Emerald-Beaconsfield and St. Georges Roads.

The program for Term 3 covers such activities including games and discussion nights at the Church on alternate Friday evenings, Ten Pin Bowling, Camp, and Snow Skiing.

For more details and a complete list of Term 3 activities please contact Ben Maghanoy on 443 614 or the Rev'd Tom Stokes on 443 862.

COMMUNITY CARE GROUP - MORE REQUESTS FOR HELP DES McKENNA The Care Group continues to operate on a higher level of requests for help compared to previous years - partly because our services offered to residents are becoming better known and partly because of prevailing economic circumstances. Our Emergency Meal Service in particular has proven very effective in meeting some real needs which have arisen and is being well used in many differing domestic emergencies. These meals are provided by our volunteers but there may be other people in the community who would like to share this very worthwhile task by donating casseroles etc. We provide the aluminium trays and lids and would really appreciate any offers from the community. SALISBURY HOUSE We currently have two elderly residents living in Salisbury House we have _been asked to help with visits. Both are mentally alert but need the stimulation of friendly visits. One has lived in Queensland and is interested in crochet, the other has lived in England and Canada and is currently reading books about England. We have several of our volunteers calling on them but would like to know of any residents of any age group who would like to join in a roster which would involve a visit of say one hour every four weeks. I'm sure you would find it a very rewarding experience. GUEST SPEAKERS In July we had Lyn Thwaites from "Very Special Kids" talk to us about their organisation which is a support group for families where a child has a terminal illness. One can only imagine the stress involved in these cases and "Very Special Kids" organise basic support and arranges the loan of homes for short periods - generally out of the metro area for the family to have a recuperative break. In September a representative from "Windermere" in Narre Warren will tell us about the family support they offer to families in the Dandenong-Narre Warren- Pakenham area. FURTHER INFORMATION If you would like to find out more about any of the items raised, please call 443 516. - 18 -

DOMESTIC CATS ARE WILDLIFE KILLERS - Ysabelle Hobson With local publicity so often centred around dog attacks on livestock and the persistent fox problem, it’s easy to forget that cats are also dangerous killers, although they tend to pick on smaller prey than sheep, goats and chooks. Unfortunately, that could spell disaster for our wildlife population. Spring is a time of year when many young animals and birds fall victim to prowling pussies. Most of us would like to believe that feral cats are the real problem, but practically every pet cat is as ruthless a hunter at heart as its less tame relations. Just because you never see your moggy mate killing anything, don’t be lulled into a false sense of security. Some cats stalk their prey on home territory, but many roam far afield to exercise their deeply ingrained hunting instincts. Making sure your cat is well fed will not dull these instincts. He may become lazier and feel less inclined to supplement his diet with the odd antechinus, blue wren or baby ringtail possum, but he’ll still kill for the thrill of it whenever he gets the chance. There are few sights as upsetting as watching a well fed cat “playing” with some terrified, defenceless critter. Many native animals which are rescued from cats and treated by wildlife care workers later die of infections from seemingly minor scratches and bites. Many more die simply of shock. Steps you can take to help stop your cat killing:- (1) Desex your cat, whether it’s male or female. This is NOT cruel and will help curb your cat’s urge to roam. It will also prevent your cat from contributing to the already out-of-control feline population. Animal Welfare shelters in Victoria put down thousands of unwanted cats and kittens every year. Feral cats are often the offspring of animals dumped in the bush. (2) Ensure your cat wears a collar with two bells at all times. One bell is not enough - any cat with half a brain learns how to tuck the bell under its chin to stop it jingling while it stalks its prey. You can also write your address and phone number on the collar in case your pet is lost. (3) Keep your cat inside at night. This is not as hard as it sounds. It may take your pet a few days to adjust to the new routine but, once he has, he’ll be happy to spend more time indoors, especially on chilly nights. Provide a tray with kitty litter in case of emergencies. The has implemented a controversial dawn-to-dusk curfew for domestic cats. At present, Pakenham Shire has no similar plans, but expressions of local interest would certainly result in the matter being raised for Council discussion. FOR INJURED WILDLIFE CALL THE WILDLIFE CARE NETWORK ON 016-373931 (PAGER) OR 018-397095 (MOBILE), AND YOU’LL BE DIRECTED TO THE NEAREST WILDLIFE WORKER IN THE AREA.

CREDITS Editor: Susan Pitman Masthead: Val Ewenson Typing: Judy Green Printing: George & Judy Moir Collating: Conservation Group Advertising: Phillip Rocke, Penny Truscott Next Editor: Charles Wilson Copy Deadline: 14th September 19 UPPER BEACONSFIELD TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY $65 for 6 issues - Ring Phillip Rocke 44 3220 - closing date 10th of odd month

****ACCOMMODATION****

“FERNHILL” BERWICK AUTO ELECTRICS Full Country Accommodation - B & B On Site Work-Change over starters & Faye & Keith Farthing Alternators-All Car Airconditioning Memb of Innhouse & Host Farms Ass Specialising in Boats, Trucks & Lot 118a Salisbury Road European Cars. Upper Beaconsfield Ph (059) 44 3116 Geoff & Paul Beck 707 3617 AH 443976

****ACCOUNTANTS****

COUSINS & CO. HILTON PANEL CARE Peter D Cousins THE SMASH REPAIR SPECIALISTS Certified Practising Accountant 23 Plunkett Rd. Dandenong 793-5643 Registered Tax Agent Honda repair specialist 57 High Street Berwick Courtesy Vehicles available B.H. 707 2788 A.H. 443 429 Contact Kerry Boyce 443-908

****AGRICULTURAL CONTRACTORS**** ****BAKERY****

TOLLEY AGRIC. SERVICES UPPER BEACONSFIELD BAKERY Excavations (inc. dams) Driveways Specialty breads - Tues Pumpernickle & dark rye Farm maintenance, Landscaping, Weed Thurs Yeast free rye spraying, Tractor slashing, Rotary Birthday cakes to order hoeing etc, Vegie patches rotary Function/Party orders welcome hoed Ph. John 44 3066 / 018 375 884 Phone 44 3670

****BUILDING****

F & L CAMP UPPER BEACONSFIELD BUILDING SERVICES SLASHING - Blackberry Spraying - Semi-retired Builder Driveways Graded - Chainsaw Work Member of Housing Industry Association Reg. No. 16897 Rotary Hoeing 35 years experience Able to do all Repairs and Maintenance Frank Camp 44 3947 Ring John Asbroek 443-629

****ANIMALS****

ELLEN & HANS NOWAK HOLWAY CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD Obedience Training and Top Small extensions and Quality Dog Breeding. renovations our specialty Private Sessions (Wed pm Sat pm.) * Pergolas * Carports * Decking *Free Quotes Phone 44 3254 Ring Wayne Simmons 44 3721

****ARTS & CRAFTS****

BROOMHILL POTTERY Vic Greenaway, St. Georges Road. KEMP Domestic Pottery on Display DEVELOPMENTS Showroom hours by appointment. Reg Builder No 8310 TREVOR KEMP Phone 44 3573 Ph/Fax (059) 443 131 Mobile 018 558 760

****AUTOMOTIVE**** ****BUTCHER****

MOONSHINE MOTORS MARK & JEAN HUMPHRIS open 6 days a week, 24 hour Towing & Salvage. Panel Specialists in Gourmet Foods Beating & Spray Bulk Freezer Orders Painting. Welding-Oxy, Arc & M.I.G. Emerald Road, Upper Beaconsfield and all your Mechanical Repairs. Phone 44 3264 Ph. 44 3260 20 UPPER BEACONSFIELD TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY $65 for 6 issues - Ring Phillip Rocke 44 3220 - closing date 10th of odd month

****CARPENTER**** ****COMPUTERS**** Pergolas - Decking - Alterations COMPUTER TRAINING Painting - Tiling - Glazing Basics, Wordprocessors, Spreadsheats, Windows Locks fitted. No job too small. Colin Smith Typing services, Desktop Publishing 23 Harkaway Road Resumes, Manuscripts, Business cards, Letter heads etc Berwick 707-4152 Penelope Truscott 443-243

****CARPETS CURTAINS**** *****ELECTRICIANS*****

JOHN DAWSON A GRADE ELECTRICIAN Specialising in ROBERT FIDONE CARPETS, CURTAINS, VINYL FLOORS Domestic, Commercial & Industrial Free Shop-at-home Service, Day or Specialising in Heating & Air- Evening. Conditioning. Phone anytime 44 3766 Ph. 44 3990

***FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT***

ONE STOP DRAPES J.E.S.S. - FIRE 9/31 Pultney St Dandenong For Domestic and Industrial Curtains made to measure, Free Make, Fire Extinguishers and Smoke Detectors Ready Made, Tracks Festoons, Contact Ian Johnson Bedspreads, all types of blinds. Home (059) 44 3695 Mobile 018 375 270 BH (03) 706 8688 AH 44 3928

****CHEMIST**** ****FLOWERS****

CAROL GIBSON 44 3881 "FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS" Emerald Road, Upper Beaconsfield Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 - 6; Sat 9 -12 Weddings a Speciality Sunday 9.30 - 12 Agent for Yardley, Dand. Credit Lorna Brooksbank. Union, Medibank Private & HBA Sugarloaf Road. Phone 44 3486

****CLEANING**** ****GARDENERS****

AMCLEAR PTY LTD GREEN & TIDY Septic & grease trap cleaning Prompt Efficient Service Lawn Mowing, Rubbish Removal Reasonable rates - all hours Garden Maintenance

K Gehling 059 443 646 Graeme Mickle 44 3989

****GENERAL STORE**** BEACONSFIELD UPPER GENERAL STORE CARPETS Open 7 days per week WINDOWS Sleepers, Bluestone, Sand, GENERAL Screenings, Honeycomb Rocks, Redgum Chips, Pine Logs, Gates, - See Kevin Smith 059 44 3348 Laurie for a quantity discount.

****GENERAL STORE**** BEACONSFIELD UPPER GENERAL STORE WINDOW CLEANING Also Stockfeed, Fuel, Gas, Hardware, John Plowman Newsagent, Groceries, Laurie and Sandra Fenton 44 3969 (059) 44 3310 21 UPPER BEACONSFIELD TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY $65 for 6 issues - Ring Phillip Rocke 44 3220 - closing date 10th of odd month

****HANDYMAN**** ****MACHINERY & MECHANICAL****

HANDYMAN CENTRE TREE STUMP REMOVAL PLYBOARD DISTRIBUTORS We are now operating from Upper OPEN 7 DAYS Beaconsfield. We’ll turn that stump 192 PRINCES HIGHWAY, DANDENONG into garden mulch. Large and small Kit kitchens, Cut to size service jobs. Discount stump removals. Timber, Hardware, Paints etc. Bh 793 4233 Ah 44 3818 Jeff Henderson 44 3186

****HOTEL****

PINE GROVE HOTEL 443524 GRAHAM WOOD Bistro open Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week. MACHINERY Self contained Units available. Koo Wee Rup Function room for weddings, conferences, meetings etc. New & Used Tractors & Farm Machinery Brushcutters Bottle Shop, Public Bar & Club Room Sales-Service-Spares Top Quality Sensible Prices Boast 6 different beers on tap including imp. English beer. (059)97 1666 AH 44 3903

**LANDSCAPING BULLDOZING** *****NURSING HOME*****

DVF Paving & Landscaping Pty Ltd SALISBURY HOUSE Experience and Quality Private Nursing Home Design & Construction Registered for Nursing Home Benefits Landscaping & Paving Salisbury Road Upper Beaconsfield Proprietors - A & P & D Saisanas & Doug Fisher 44 3872 J & V Liaskos 44 3443

*****PAINTERS & DECORATORS*****

TONY NYHUIS - & SON LEAVER LANDSCAPE PAINTER-DECORATOR-GEN. MAINTENANCE Complete Professional Oak Lodge, Telegraph Road Landscape Service Upper Beaconsfield Phone 44 3882 Phone Tony 44 3650 Robert 03 796-1460

EXECUTIVE LANDSCAPES -Design & Construction- QUALITY PICTURE FRAMING Brick, Stone & Cobblestone Paving Rock & Water features All types of framing at reasonable prices Sprinkler Systems etc. Ring Peter 059 683272 Contact Ken Murphy 44 3870

****PIANO**** STONY CREEK LANDSCAPES Piano Teaching Specialising in all aspects Suzuki Method of landscaping For a free quote contact for everyone Steve Dixon Brigitte Hapke B/H 018 372 143 A/H 44 3122 (059) 443-288

*****LIGHTING**** ****PLUMBERS****

LIGHTING LEADERS PARIC PLUMBING PTY LTD CRAZY DAVES - NARRE WARREN Cnr Webb St & Princes Hwy For Plumbing & General Maintenance Ray & Anna Logan Trenching - Ditchwitch. ‘A’ Grade Electrician Fire Protection Roof Sprinklers 704 7838 AH 44 3472 Phone Eric Chaplin 44 3312 22 UPPER BEACONSFIELD TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY $65 for 6 issues - Ring Phillip Rocke 44 3220 - closing date 10th of odd month ****SOLICITOR**** MR. TREVOR HARRISON OF Upper PRESENTATION Beaconsfield, SOLICITOR, PLUMBING is available for consultation re Regd. No 17207 Domestic & Industrial Conveyancing, Finance, Common Law, John de Reus Family law, Estates, Wills, 28 Young Street 44 3046 Car phone (018) 547-276 Commercial Law. Ph BH & AH 707 4199

****POOLS & SPAS**** ****SUPERMARKET****

THE NEW BERWICK POOLS & SPA SHOP UPPER BEACONSFIELD LICENCED All pool and Spa chemicals SUPERMARKET St Georges Road - 44 3255 • Filters and pump and salt chlorinators • On site and inshop service and repairs New Trading hours: Factory 4 No. 4 Enterprise Ave Berwick Mon - Fri 8.30 - 6pm Damian and Michael 707 4499 Saturday 8.30 - 2pm Sunday 9.00 - 1pm

****PRINTING**** ****TELEVISION**** DJ PRINTING BEACONSHILLS TV & VIDEO SERVICE Business cards, Letterheads, $10 in home quote Invitations, Invoice books, Video and TV repairs Leaflets etc. Contact Ray (059) 44 3385 Phone (059) 44 3483 Phone David after 6 pm Mobile 018 54 7957

****REAL ESTATE****

P J BOWMAN REAL ESTATE BERWICK TELEVISION & VIDEO RECORDER SERVICE Real Estate Agents - Auctioneers TV Antennas, Audio Equipment Property Managers General Electronic Service 100 High Street, Berwick Graeme McGowan PH. Peter Bowman - B/H 707 1400 A/H 44 3605 44 3374

*****REPAIRS***** ALL MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL REPAIRS Pumps, Washing Machines, Tape VIDEO & MICROWAVE Recorders, Vac. Cleaners, etc. Repairs. No Job Too Small. Free Quotes. Turning & Milling Capacity available. All work guaranteed. Quotes given. Ken Ballinger 44 3395 Phone 44 3661 after 6.00 pm

****SCUBA DIVING**** ****VIDEO****

BEACONSFIELD UPPER MILK BAR SCUBA DIVING Latest Release Videos Learn Safely And Easily Special prices Monday to Thursday Bookings available Ph. Andrew (059) 443-372 44 3423

****SCULPTURE****

PORTRAIT SCULPTURE Beautifully crafted likenesses of babies, children, adults and elders modelled in Terracotta from photographs or studio sittings. Also figurative sculpture. PRUE ANDERSON (059) 44 3136 UBA Subscriptions paid by cash

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