Issue Number 74 ~ 16 July 2009 CHURCHILL & DISTRICT NEWS

Est. 1966 Distributed Free Queens Birthday Honour Ken Peake Ken Peake was awarded an Order of dents have contributed the most towards lars, the House was opened. Australia Medal in the general division, its success because they are less likely to The Rotary Centenary House is for his outstanding work and dedication to use it. referred to as Rotary's "jewel in the establishing Rotary Centenary House near In 2003, the Rotary Club of crown". It includes a reception area, com- the Latrobe Regional Hospital, which is Hazelwood when looking at possible munity lounge room, reading area, chil- used by patients and their families having ways to commemorate the centenary of dren's play room and playground, com- treatment at the Hospital or the Gippsland Rotary International which was formed in munity dining room, central courtyard Cancer Care Centre. 1905, Kay Radford, a member of the with BBQ, community kitchen, commu- Ken is very appreciative of the work club, suggested a project similar to the nity laundry and internet café, as well as put in by fifty Rotary Clubs, all levels of Ronald McDonald House Charities. Ken well appointed and comfortable residen- government, local business, other organi- was then the Assistant Governor of the tial rooms. The house has one full-time sations and the public including those Latrobe Group of Rotary Clubs and with employee as manager and is supported by touched by cancer, to see the first stages support and encouragement to go ahead a team of local volunteers for the many of this complex completed and in use as a from club presidents, including Barry tasks required to be done to keep the facil- "Home away from home for Dunstan who was President of Moe ity operating. Gippslanders". It has been a very reward- Rotary Club and also Chair of the Latrobe The house was recently used for short- ing project with support from the local Hospital Board, plans were formulated, term accommodation by bushfire victims community providing both in-kind from and they launched into what seemed like a during and after the devastating Black donations. Ken says this is even more huge project. Success came in September Saturday bushfires. impressive given that Latrobe city resi- 2006, when, after raising 2 million dol- Continued on Page 2 Hazelwood Rotarian, Ken Peake OAM Koorie Footprints to Monash Camp

By Sadie Heckenberg Thorpe with a traditional welcome and The First annual Koorie Footprints to smoking ceremony. Monash Camp was held on the 25th and With nine Indigenous University stu- 26th of June at Monash University dents currently in attendance the high Churchill Campus. school students were able to see all sides The Camp offered a look at universi- of university life, with presentations from ty life for Indigenous students from eight student recruitment, the current students Secondary Schools across Gippsland. and Student Union's Sport and Outdoor Upon their arrival the students were Recreation. welcomed to Monash Churchill by Continued on Page 2 Aboriginal Liaison Officer Wayne Churchill & District News Proudly Supported By

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For information and assistance with State The Churchill and District News is Advertising: Peter Prokopiv, Photography/Computer Support: a community newspaper staffed by Tracey Burr Matt Prokopiv Government matters volunteers. Layout/Design: Val Prokopiv, Team Members: Wendy Brown, The Team: Tracey Burr Charlie Rawlinson, Carol Scott, 66 George St (PO Box 214) Team Leader/Secretary : Ruth Webpage: Val Prokopiv Allan Larkin, Karen Bradfield, Bea Place Proof Readers: Ruth Place, Olivia Stallbom Morwell VIC 3840 Editor/Treasurer: Val Prokopiv Jackson Ph (03) 5133 9088 Fax: (03) 5133 9088 [email protected] Contributions www.russellnorthe.com.au The deadline for the submission of articles and advertisements for the August 2009 edition is July 30 2009 Churchill Lifeline Shop The Churchill Lifeline Shop will be tos and other items of memorabilia they Articles for publication and letters All articles must be submitted by addressed to: 21 in August. The shop will have a dis- have. to the Editor can be sent to: the 30th of each month for publica- Peter Prokopiv play of memorabilia towards the end of If you have anything that might be be Churchill & District News PO tion in the middle of the following Churchill & District News PO the month. of interest please pop into the shop or Box 234, Churchill, 3842 month. Box 234, Churchill, 3842 The volunteers are seeking past vol- contact Kate Buxton on 5136 3500. Or Email: [email protected] Advertising enquires can be Tel: 03 5122 2589 or 0402 406 376 unteers and others to help add to the pho- Koorie Footprints to Monash Camp PUBLICATION DATES 2009 Continued From Page 1 Thursday 13th August before the deadline. Thursday 17th September Guidelines for the submission of articles and pho- Thursday 15th October tographs are available on our website at Thursday 12th November cdnews.com.au or contact the Editor on Thursday 17th December 0411053546. Special Schools Edition If you are unable to meet the specific deadline Thursday 26th November please contact the Editor on 04110 53546 Please ensure your articles are submitted on or

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Webpage: www.cdnews.com.au Kylie Clarke and Kevin Kropinyeri Disclaimer With these presentations Koorie stu- Yung Warriors, who got the Koorie stu- The Churchill and District News wishes to advise that the views or remarks expressed in this publication are not dents saw all of the Pathways to univer- dents singing along to their tunes. necessarily the views of the Editor or the Management Team and no endorsement of service is implied by the list- sity and the exciting things that can hap- At the end of the two days the stu- ing of advertisers, sponsors or contributors. pen when university starts. dents were awarded certificates and As well as hearing about university given show bags. They then headed back THE CHURCHILL & DISTRICT NEWS IS PRODUCED UNDER THE DIRECTION AND CONTROL OF over the two days, the students were also to school and home after staying on cam- THE CO-OPERATING CHURCHES OF CHURCHILL. THE CO-OPERATION IS MADE UP OF THE able to experience it, with one hour lec- pus and being able to see that being a uni- ANGLICAN, UNITING AND CHURCHES OF CHRIST. tures from different disciplines within the versity student is not that hard after all. university, including; Education, With twenty students out of twenty- Australian Indigenous, Art & Design, three believing that they now would like Social & Community Welfare, to go to university, Kylie Clarke, organis- Communications, Environmental, er of the camp has high hopes that in the Information and Medicine, Nursing & future some of the Indigenous students in FOR ALL THINGS GORGEOUS Health Science. first-year university will be coming from As well as classes to attend the the schools the camp has targeted. Tess Sherritt Koorie students had art and sports activi- The schools Koorie students came ties with Bnym Designs and Churchill from this year were; Orbost Secondary * Miss M Handbags * Painted Ponies Leisure Centre, and a night of fun times. College, Bairnsdale Secondary College, * Robert Gordon Pottery * Wrought Iron Wall Art The night hit it off with stand-up com- Nagle College, Secondary College Sale, edy by renowned Indigenous comedian Maffra Secondary College, Lavalla 234 Commercial Road, Morwell Next to Sam’s Warehouse Kevin Kropinyeri, in one of his most Catholic College, Traralgon Secondary hilarious performances. The audience College and GippsTafe Koorie Unit Ph: 03 5135 3960 was then treated to a performance by VCAL students. Email: [email protected] Indigenous hip hop artists Tjimba & The Ken Peake OAM Continued From Page 1 Nook and Soon after it was opened, however, over the 8 week period most radiotherapy became obvious that demand would requires. The biggest majority of resi- Cranny exceed supply. Ken is now involved with dents come from East Gippsland, fol- the development of Stage 2, which will lowed by South Gippsland, Wellington, Book more than double the number of family Bass Coast, Baw Baw and other areas. Dr David A Forys, Chiropractor rooms and creates community areas for The house provides not only accom- Exchange use by local organizations. The design is modation, but a support network for Laberta K Forys, MSc, Dietitian Large range of complete and ready to be put out for ten- those staying as they interact with the der. All that remains is to secure funding. other residents undergoing similar treat- Hazelwood Village Shopping Centre Science Fiction and Fantasy Rates are kept as low as possible and ment and dealing with a life-threatening Churchill are subsidized through fundraising as disease. It is run by a Committee of Phone: 5122 3336 44 George Street evidence suggests that many people can- Management with sub-committees. Morwell not afford the cost of accommodation 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 3 Community Bank Pledge Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6.00pm Campaign Launched Saturday Residents of Churchill will be branch, and an indication of the $28 million to community projects 9.00am - 2.00pm invited to pledge their support for financial level of support. and nearly $13 million in dividends the establishment of Churchill "Their pledge of support will to local shareholders. Telephone: Community Bank® Branch of indicate that intention," Mr Casey Under Bendigo Bank's Bendigo Bank. said. Community Bank® model, once the 5122 1390 The Churchill Community Mr Casey said the Community pledge and feasibility processes Bank® Steering Committee, made Bank® model was essentially a have been complete, the community Churchill Amcal Pharmacy up of local community members, community building project, with raises share capital via a public and Bendigo Bank will officially profits from the branch injected share offer. launch the community's pledge cam- back into the community of Churchill Community Bank® paign - the first stage in a process to Churchill. Steering Committee includes: gauge community interest in the "With community acceptance, Wayne Casey, Chairman, Craig concept. schools, sporting clubs, social (Bluey) Flanigan, Secretary, Jeff Steering Committee Chairman groups and organisations will bene- Kemp, Treasurer, Sharon Wayne Casey urged people interest- fit greatly into the future. It will also Middlemiss, Pledge Co-ordinator ed in the Community Bank® model provide a financially rewarding eth- and Committee members Adrian to get behind the project. ical investment opportunity to capi- Hunter, Anne Dettrick, Graham "Now that a decision has been talise the business" Mr Casey said. Harvey, Prof. John Anderson, Justin made to undertake a Community Mr Casey said the Steering Clissold, Keith Hamilton (Vice Bank® campaign, the local commit- Committee planned to convene a President), Leo Billington, Ross tee will seek indicative pledges of workshop in the near future with as Ollquist, Shane Hutchinson and support from local residents, traders many community groups as possible Tony Antonelli. and business people," Mr Casey to prioritise community needs. Further information is available said. Bendigo Bank currently supports on www.bendigobank.com.au/pub- "A pledge of support is an indi- 237 Community Bank® branches lic/community_bank or from Wayne cation of the number of people who throughout Australia. Casey on 5122 1363. would be prepared to become a Since its inception, Community shareholder in a Community Bank® Bank® branches have returned over kats
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Gippsland Physiotherapy Group wish to announce it is commencing a Physiotherapy Service at Hazelwood Health Centre from 1st April, 2009 Wednesdays 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Fridays 8:30 am - 12:30 pm . . . Keeping Professor Chris Nash presents Sadie Heckenberg with HUMCASS Gippslanders Stephen Gosling Head of School Award Physiotherapist Monash University Gippsland majors in Indigenous Studies and several organisations and utilises her Pain Free Phone 5122 2555 student Sadie Heckenberg is the Journalism with high distinction journalism skills by contributing to 2009 recipient of the highly valued results. She is the first Indigenous publications such as Threshold "Head of School Award" gained student to enrol in Honours at Student Newspaper, Monash Old Time Family Dance through her study with the School of Gippsland Campus, a Combined University Student Union magazine Hazelwood North Hall Humanities, Communication and Honours course in Indigenous and the Churchill and District News. Social Services (HUMCASS). Studies and Journalism through She is also a mentor with Plan-It Church Road, North The annual award is presented to HUMCASS. Her research project is Youth Friday 24 July a student who has achieved academ- called Yindymarra: Cultural Safety Her award was presented by Dancing from Admission: $5.00 ic excellence and has made signifi- in the media; the print media's Professor Chris Nash, Head of 8.00 pm to 11.30 pm Door Prize & Novelties cant contribution to the Monash response to the Northern Territory Section for Journalism at Monash Gippsland community. Intervention. University. Music: Harmony Plus Please bring a plate Ms Heckenberg has completed Ms Heckenberg is a volunteer for For more details please ring Zelma Mildenhall 5166 1264 4 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 Council Policy on Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Cr Darrell White any region where a clear, native energy solutions is promoted. tives to gambling • Assistance by Gallery staff in all identifiable and significant Supports the retention of existing * Other projects or purposes relat- aspects of exhibition organisation and impact arises, or is likely to brown coal related jobs within the ing to the support or advancement of installation arise, as a direct result of the municipality and will continue to pur- the local community as determined by • Invitations Scheme”. sue the attraction of both new industry the Council. • Standard Gallery advertising In the second half of seeking to utilise the resource and Application packs can be collected • Opening event 2009, Latrobe City Council industry that evolves from the intro- from Council’s Service Centres at Kay Entry Forms are available on-line will develop a formal policy duction of the Scheme. Street Traralgon; Commercial Road at: www.latroberegionalgallery.com position on the expected Is committed to on-going construc- Morwell; Albert Street Moe; and Send entries to: impact of the Scheme and tive dialogue between Latrobe City Philip Parade Churchill; or by request- Dick Bishop Memorial Prize, assistance required to transi- Council, relevant Ministers and ed by phoning 1300 367 700 or email- Latrobe Regional Gallery, tion under the scheme. This Commonwealth and Victorian ing [email protected]; or 138 Commercial Road, position will be developed Government Departments. downloaded via council’s website at MORWELL VIC 3840 utilising technical expertise Welcomes the component of the www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/About/Latrob Please ensure you have included Latrobe City Council’s Interim and enhanced via industry Climate Change Action Fund that will eCityTrust. the following in your application: Policy Position on the Carbon and community engagement to ensure help impacted communities transition Completed applications may be • A signed Entry Form Pollution Reduction Scheme that the developed policy position is to a carbon constrained economy and hand delivered to any Service Centre • A written proposal describing owned by the community. highlights that the details of transition or mailed to Tom McQualter, Latrobe your work and stating how this oppor- The following is an extract from Latrobe City Council has a key role plans for these communities need to be City Council, PO Box 264, Morwell tunity would benefit your career Council’s recently adopted Interim in providing leadership in representing developed with local input. 3840. • A CV listing your experience as Policy Position in relation to this very the broader interests of its community Planned Interim Actions: Applications will be received up an artist important issue: on issues relating to the development Latrobe City Council will pursue until 5pm on Friday 14 August 2009 • Examples of your work in the “Carbon Pollution Reduction of the energy industry. the following actions in response to Latrobe Regional Gallery - form of either a CD of digital images, Scheme and Latrobe City Council Council’s interim policy position the interim policy position- Dick Bishop Memorial Prize slides or photographs. Actual artwork Latrobe City Council has a key role comprises of the following key state- A local industry round table discus- The Dick Bishop Memorial Prize is will not be accepted. in providing leadership in representing ments: sion to provide industry leaders with open to emerging artists of any age. For further information, contact the the broader interests of its community Latrobe City Council - an opportunity to meet with relevant Entries can be by individuals or Latrobe Regional Gallery on Tel: (03) on issues relating to the development Supports the introduction of the Commonwealth and State Ministers to groups. The entrants must be current 5128 5700. of the energy industry. Scheme and the Commonwealth present an overview of the expected residents of Latrobe City. Latrobe Regional Galllery - Art Latrobe City Council has undertak- Government’s efforts to address cli- impacts across all sectors of the Entries must include: a signed After School (7 - 12 Years) - en a range of responses and initiatives mate change. However, the introduc- Latrobe City economy. entry form; a written exhibition pro- Drawing, Painting and in relation to the introduction of the tion of the Scheme should take into Arrange a meeting with the Prime posal (maximum 1 page); a CV (max- Collage Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme. account the community and economy Minister and Minister for Climate imum 2 pages); and visual support Taking inspiration from the exhibi- These include leading the develop- of Latrobe City. Change to discuss the transitional sup- material (maximum 10 images). CD of tion “The World in Painting”, this ment of a regional submission to the Supports the sustainable use of port mechanisms that will be available digital images (jpg format, 300 dpi). eight week program will focus on CPRS Green Paper, seeking represen- brown coal as an energy source and for the Latrobe Valley. Slides and photos also accepted. looking and responding to artworks on tation on the $2.15 billion Climate will work to ensure that the electricity Commit to a partnership approach All entries will be assessed by a show in the gallery Change Action Fund Consultative supply contribution that the Latrobe to meeting the challenges and pursu- selection panel and the originality and Participants will think about words Committee and advocating for the Valley provides to the Victorian econ- ing the opportunities likely to arise quality of work will be considered. which describe what they see using Australian arm of the Global Institute omy is recognised both nationally and from the introduction of the Scheme The selection panel’s decision will drawings to explore pattern, colour on Carbon Capture to be located with- across the state of Victoria. between the Commonwealth be final and no correspondence will be and texture using a range of materials in Latrobe City. Will work to continue to encourage Government, Victorian Government entered into. including pencils, pastel, coloured Latrobe City has been identified as the further diversification of the local and Latrobe City Council”. Works submitted may be in any inks and acrylic paint. a community likely to be exposed to economy through investment attrac- Latrobe City Trust 2009 medium. Drawing objects - still life subjects significant structural adjustment pres- tion and retention. With a strong focus Gambling Impact Fund Grants The work submitted for assessment - will be used to develop creative fin- sures as a result of the introduction of on the development of key infrastruc- Latrobe City Trust is inviting appli- must be the same work that will be ished pieces in oil pastel and paint. the Carbon Pollution Reduction ture in the areas of water availability, cations for funding from individuals exhibited. Entries must be work pro- Collage or ‘cut and paste’ will be used Scheme (the Scheme). It is anticipated transport infrastructure including both and organisations providing support duced in the 12 months prior to entry to construct new layered images and that the introduction of the Scheme road and rail and waste management services and/or alternative date. re-work other pictures. Abstract works will decrease the competitiveness of and recycling. programs/activities within the munici- Entries close on Friday 31 July will be made from simplified shapes the brown coal fired generators that Latrobe City Council Interim pality to assist those citizens experi- 2009. Late or incomplete entries will and forms put side by side within the are located within the Latrobe Valley Policy Position on the Carbon encing hardship as a consequence of not be accepted. framework of the picture. which would then impact on the local Pollution Reduction Scheme - problem gambling such as: The successful applicant must When: 4.30pm – 6.00pm from economy including employment Will work to ensure that the * Programs for the prevention of abide by Community Access Gallery Wednesday 22 July - 9 September growth. The impact of the Scheme on Latrobe Valley becomes the hub for compulsive gambling or for the treat- guidelines and will be notified on 2009 the Latrobe Valley is recognised in the low emissions technology research ment or rehabilitation of persons who Friday 14 August. Unsuccessful appli- Cost: $100 or $90 for “Gallery CPRS White Paper in a section enti- and development by encouraging are compulsive gamblers cants will be notified in writing. Friends” tled “Assistance to workers, commu- investment in renewable energy, clean * Programs for financial coun- The successful applicant will Where: Latrobe Regional Gallery, nities and regions”. The White Paper coal technology and the provision of selling services or support and assis- receive a fully supported four week 138 Commercial Road, Morwell. states “The Australian Government is related infrastructure to deliver inno- tance for families in crisis relating to exhibition to be held 5 September to 4 For further information, contact the aware of stakeholder concerns in rela- vations such as carbon capture and or arising from gambling activity October 2009 in the International Latrobe Regional Gallery on Tel: (03) tion to particular regions and stands storage. * Recreational, cultural, social, Power Hazelwood Community Access 5128 5700. ready to provide assistance through Will work to ensure that the capac- educational or other community devel- Gallery. the Climate Change Action Fund to ity of the region to accommodate alter- opment activities providing alterna- This includes: Northe’s Natter

Sporting and community groups organisers to complete up to 40 pages tion for concession card holders: The card holders with their utility compa- burdened by regulatory paperwork of paperwork and have a food safety Victorian Government has introduced nies. will be pleased to hear of amendments program before they can think about significant changes to utility billing. Introduced by the Brumby passed in Parliament last sitting week. firing up the BBQ. As of this month, concession card Government with little advertising, Changes to the Food Act will see The changes are great news for holders will no longer be able to sim- the changes will see customers who the current 2-class system change to a organisations including Hazelwood ply present their card at Australia Post have not provided their concession 4-class system, removing much of the Rotary, Churchill United SC, the to receive a concession on their water, card details directly to each of their red tape for low-risk activities such as Cougars, Yinnar CWA, Churchill gas and electricity bills. providers, miss out on their discount. sausage sizzles, cake stalls and farm- Lions Club and many others and I Whereas utility bills used to show If you are a pensioner, health care ers markets. urge the Brumby government to two amounts for householders - both or gold card holder and are eligible These activities are valuable implement the legislation sooner than full and concession - now the reduced for utility concessions, I urge you to fundraisers and a great part of com- their 2011 intention. rates will only appear on the bills of phone your water, gas and electricity munity life but current rules require Further, some important informa- those pre-registered as concession providers to register your details. 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 5 BIGGEST MORNING TEA HELD AT CHURCHILL AMCAL PHARMACY

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*Travel & Health Immunisations Consulting Hours Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm Amcal Pharmacy held its Biggest Morning Tea on cancer. Saturday 8am - 1.30pm June 18th, and raised in excess of $400. The staff at the As a national organisation we advise governments 24 hour on call service Amcal Pharmacy cooked all the morning tea provisions, and other bodies about appropriate practices and poli- and it was wonderful. cies for the prevention, detection and treatment of can- Tel: 5122 2555 Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is one of Australia's cer and we advocate for the rights of cancer patients to most well-loved fundraising events, and plays a vital best treatment and supportive care. 9a Georgina Place, Churchill, 3842 role in raising money towards Cancer Council's work in We're here to support those diagnosed as well as their “Caring Family Medicine” research, education, prevention and support. families. With your help and support we can continue to We work with our members, the eight state and terri- offer the following services: tory cancer organisations to: ~Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 ~undertake and fund cancer research ~Printed and online information ~prevent and control cancer ~One-to-one support 71A, George Street, Morwell 3840 ~provide information and support for people affect- ~Telephone support groups. (Opp. Bendigo Bank) New computers from $845 with LCD Screen, Used PCs from $100, Used Laptops $390, 17inch LCD monitor $245, 19inch LCD $290, Pioneer DVD Burner $55, High Definition TV & Capture Card $95, Wireless Keyboard, Optical Mice & Charger Pack $53, 512MB Geforce 8500GT $109, 256MG Geforce 8400GS $89, 7100GS 512 shared $109. Upgrade Kit: Latest Core2 Duo Main Board, CPU & 1GB DDR2 Memory $250. Repairs & fault findings from $20, Labor for upgrade PCs from $30. Very cheap to fix your PC. DVD Disk:- Ritek, Maxdata, Princo any brand 50 pack $20, DVD Single Black Cases Box (100) for $17, Many Brands, Cheap Price. 10% pensioners discount to repair computers. Telephone: 03 5133 7617 FIJI – A WINTER ESCAPE Kids- Life! Starts in I recently travelled to Fiji and had a week of beautiful sunshine. Fiji is a tropical oasis Central West Gippsland that is not over developed which makes this the perfect place to relax and wind down. Could your child benefit from being involved in the ping on a budget. There are also simple but exciting ses- My trip commenced at Denarau Island where everything you need for your holiday Kids- life! Initiative? sions which focus on making exercise fun again - espe- is catered for, from relaxing by the pool, din- Kids-Life! is a Victorian Government Initiative to cially for children who are not fans of traditional school ing at the restaurants to day tours. From enrich the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of sports. there we had a short flight to Savusavu. The children. For the first time in Central West Gippsland, The MEND Program has proven results. Children view of the crystal clear ocean from the the project is offering free healthy lifestyle courses for who take part change body shape, reduce their waistlines plane had to be seen to be believed. children aged 5 to 12 years and their parents and/or car- and achieve a healthier weight for their age and height, From beautiful scenery and lush green veg- ers. Once registered, families participate in either an which results not only in them being healthier and fitter etation to the blue skies, pristine beaches and friendly local people this destination is individualised or group support program. The group ses- but also gaining in self esteem and confidence. a perfect place to take a step back and slow sions by are facilitated by qualified The Kids-Life! down. MEND (Mind, Exercise, Coordinator at Latrobe Whilst on the island we took a short boat Nutrition...Do it!) trainers, com- Community Health trip to a Pearl Farm and watched the Fijians mencing mid July. Service says, "The processing the pearls. Next stop was visiting In the MEND program families Kids-Life! MEND a local village where they are strong in tra- dition and culture. This was a great experi- take part in fun 2-hour sessions, Program can really ence. From Savusavu, and again the spectac- twice a week for 10 weeks. change families' lives. ular views from the plane, we headed down Accurate health information provid- We offer a friendly to the beautiful Coral Coast. ed by health professionals supports relaxed atmosphere to If you are looking to escape the winter families to improve their eating and encourage children to cold, it is only a short flight to Fiji, with exercise habits, thereby improving give new things a go warm weather, beautiful scenery and friendly children's fitness, physical activity and show parents how people. This is a destination not to be missed. levels, nutrition and self-esteem. Thanks to funding from they can be supportive and involve the whole family in 213 Commercial Road, Morwell. the Department of Human Services, three courses with making healthier choices and following an active Regards, Karen Lambden Phone 5134 3388 Fax 5133 9089 12 places worth up to $800 per child are being offered to lifestyle. Children become healthier and fitter while their families completely free of charge on a first come first self esteem and confidence increase greatly. We very served basis. much hope families will take up the chance to improve Free Mediation The MEND Program is an evidence based healthy their health with this fantastic free course." lifestyle program for children above their ideal weight Places on the MEND Program are on a first come, and their families. Rather than focusing on weight loss, first served basis. Families interested in participating Services the program uses a practical interactive learning should contact Gina Boyanton at the Central West The Morwell Justice Service Centre is There is no obligation on behalf of the approach to teach children and parents weight manage- Gippsland Primary Care Partnership on (03) 5127 9108 a government initiative designed to help parties to undertake mediation but it is ment skills. This includes inspiring families to adopt a or visit www.mendprogramme.org and click on 'Join a settle disputes between parties at odds certainly an advantage to use it rather healthier lifestyle and enjoy preparing and eating healthy MEND Program'. Please note a parent or carer must over a variety of issues. The general com- than the more expensive court action that foods as well as reading food labels and healthy shop- accompany each child to every session. munity can make use of these mediation sometimes follows disputes. services free of charge. 6 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 Church News Church Times

Co-operating Churches Lumen Christi Catholic Churchill Christian By Keith Enders member of the Victorian Parliament as of Churchill Church Fellowship The next Breakfast will be held on 25 well as giving some personal back- Rev. Dr. Bob Brown 35 Walker Parade, Churchill Maple Crescent, Churchill. July at 7.45 am at the Co-Operating ground. Williams Avenue, Churchill. Tel: 5122 2226 Sunday: 10.00am Churches in Churchill. People interested in attending should Tel: 5122 1480 Rev. Hugh Brown Ladies Meeting: Tuesday 10.00am Glenda and Ian Combridge Saturday: Mass: 6.00pm Russell Northe the Member for contact Keith Enders by Thursday 23 Tel: 5166 1819 Sunday: Mass: 9.00am Morwell will be the guest speaker. He July on 56122 1148 or at kbenders@net- Sunday Service: 9.30am. 1st and 3rd: will speak about his experiences as a tech.com.au Choruses: 9.20am Yinnar: Mass: 10.30 am 2nd and 4th Sundays: Boolarra: Mass: 10.30am

Family Fun Night Cool Club 4 Kids Rwanda. They have soccer balls made of scrunched up banana leaves. The children tried this but with newspaper and found that some kicking soon made these balls useless. The children have had the experience of making mud bricks with help from Robyn. These were then built into a house, complete with a window and door. Palm leaves were used to roof the house. The children also had a turn of making bead necklaces and bracelets. On another occasion we had Bishop John McIntyre come. We were able to sing an African song, with percussion accompa- niment, to him. Then he pro- By Ruth Place duced his guitar and we had a great sing-a-long. During the last term the children have been learning It has been a very interesting time for all, leaders and about what life is like in Rwanda. children, and had given us an appreciation of how lucky The Anglican Diocese of Gippsland has a sister dio- we are to live in this wonderful country. Our involve- cese arrangement with the diocese of Gahini. The ment will continue into next term. Diocese has raised money and sent cows over to help the The CC4K kids and leaders say a big thank you to pastors provide themselves with a living as they do not our special visitors who made the time so interesting for receive payment. Members of the Gippsland Diocese us. also went to Rwanda to help the people make the About 50 people turned out to come half. Not all activities worked as hoped, most of breeding these to the church to enjoy a Family Fun but that is life, and it keeps people trying cows for better milk pro- Night which was arranged by Garry and for new solutions and ways of doing duction. Robyn Mauger. things. A representative from It involved around 16 different sci- A delightful supper was provided those involved with water ence activities, and engaged the children with cakes, sandwiches, chips and slices usage here, David, also and their parents for about an hour and a which disappeared in no time at all. visited and was able to help with ideas. The chil- dren at CC4K found out how fortunate they are that they do not have to spend the end of each school day, peddling or walking several kilome- ters to get sufficient water for school to operate next day. They also had a visit from a Lyn who with her husband spent some time living there, and helping with building projects. She described the people as very friendly and very hos- pitable. They were will- ing to share what little they had with their visi- tors. Lyn also showed us some of the handcrafts including jewellery and wood carving, as well as the lovely bright materi- als they weave. Very little sporting equipment as we know it is owned by people in Church News is continued on Page 25 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 7 There's a First Time for Everything First time theatre is a new exten- to perform on stage the perfect time theatre will celebrate with a sion of the work from Break a Leg opportunity to have a go at acting in performance at the end of the train- Theatre and will be directed by Dan a non judgemental and safe environ- ing period in October and hopefully Clancey. ment. provide a highly entertaining No appointment necessary This is an opportunity for people Dan Clancey believes that the evening of theatre for audiences. to be involved in theatre for the first right mix of training and perform- There will be an information time. Latrobe City based theatrical ance is the key ingredient to good evening held at the Latrobe producer Dan Clancey will run theatre "First time theatre promises, Performing Arts Centre in the Little rices classes for people who are interested no hierarchy of cast members as Theatre on Thursday 16 July at 7pm. P in trying acting and then select a the- everyone is treated as an equal" Mr Interested people can contact Mens $15 atre piece to produce to the level of Clancey said, "training in the basic Dan Clancey on 0417 142606 or Womens $18 ability of the members of the group. principles of performing arts and an email [email protected] ool $15 First time theatre offers adults even playing field for all people to High Sch ol $13 who have always harboured a desire extend their creative self". First Primary Scho LY Foster Care Tuesdays ON Situated in Shop 8 rs $11 Age Pensione You can make a difference! in the brand new

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Folk Art Craft activities/patchwork Show your support for the Learn different brush techniques, For the beginner and novice Room available for meetings Room available for meetings Centre Become a member - create beautiful & functional items art/craft worker, come and develop only $2.00 for your home, or gifts for family your skills in a friendly & happy Rooms: 2 & 3 Room 2 and friends. environment Studio 1 Studio 1 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 9 Gippsland FM Marathon Set to Rock For general assistance Latrobe City and information GUNYAH WARD By Sadie Heckenberg alternative rock, as well as the clas- Program Director at Gippsland FM. 1300 367 700 50-hours of Rock is the theme of sics around the clock. Local businesses have donated or 104.7 Gippsland FM's July Aimed at raising money for the products for one-air giveaways as www.latrobe.vic.gov.au Marathon. local community radio station, the well as items for action for new The Rock marathon will held marathon will bring awareness to Gippsland FM Subscribers. from Friday 24th July to Sunday the public of how the radio station With items such as a Golf Bag, To contact Cr. Vermeulen 26th July. runs as well as allowing the commu- Gift Vouchers and Wheel for matters concerning Starting at 5.30pm on Friday nity to become involved. Alignments up for grabs it looks like 24th, the rock-a-thon will be include "We here at Gippsland FM are this marathon will be a rocking suc- Gunyah Ward all forms of Rock and Roll from the excited about the radio-thon as it is a cess. 0428 148 585 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today. good chance for our programmers to or Email: Saturday night looks set to bring get together and raise some funds to Cr Ed Vermuelen [email protected] in the younger crowd with punk and keep us on air", said Peter Than,

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The donation sentatives and Head of the Latrobe City Churchill Fire Brigade Captain Steve be able to present the donation on their will be used to assist the brigade to purchase Campus, Sue Starling. Barling in a ceremony at the school behalf. Children from the various schools in and fit out a new 4 wheel drive utility which 10 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 11 Gippsland Medical School Kwee Hunt Matthew McGrail Physiotherapist By Ruth Place also be applied Australian wide, in Matthew explained that these Matthew McGrail grew up in medical as well as for other health issues can be a worry for all rural Has Moved to New Premises at Melbourne, attending Melbourne services. This PhD was completed in doctors. Many of these issues are Churchill Chiropractic Centre High School and then the University 2008, and so Matthew came to be also being explored in his current of Melbourne. His skills and back- part of the staff at Gippsland project with the School of Rural Hazelwood Village, Churchill ground are as a statistician, not in Medical School (GMS) soon after. Health, titled MABEL (Medicine in Wednesday pm - Friday pm clinical or medical fields, but his Matthew, is a full time Research Australia: Balancing Employment work involves him applying his Fellow on a half time basis GMS and Life). skills to improve conditions in pri- while the other half is with the There are also the issues of over- For an appointment please ring mary health care for both the work- School of Rural Health, managed by seas doctors' placements and reten- Phone: 5122 3336 Mobile 0408 149 900 force and the population. John Humphreys from Bendigo. tion in rural areas, where they may His first job was in the Latrobe Part of his job at GMS has been to find it hard to integrate, and wish to Valley, with Latrobe Health Services establish and direct the RDS3 go to the city where there are other GOLDFISH in 1996. Then in 1998 he joined the (Research Design Statistical Support people from their own country. They Monash University Centre for Rural Service). This service is aimed at also need access to training to AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE Health at Latrobe Regional health clinicians interested in ensure their qualifications are to GOLDFISH ARE COLOURFUL, FULL OF CHARACTER Hospital. His early work involved research across Gippsland as well as Australian standards. web-based projects and database providing support to other staff in all For those in remote areas, keep- AND ARE A CHEAP, EASY TO CARE FOR developments. Matthew has stayed departments of the Gippsland ing up with medical advances may PET FOR YOUR CHILD for ten years in various roles within Campus. His long term goal is to mean closing a practice for a day or COME AND SEE OUR RANGE OF the Monash system. secure the required funding neces- two to attend an in-service in SMALL TANKS AND PRODUCTS In 2005, Matthew realized that sary for his work and those support- Melbourne, often at their own cost. WE CAN SUPPLY YOU he needed to take his work further. ed through RDS3. This is a huge issue for conscien- AND YOUR FAMILY So he began a PhD under the super- Matthew plans to look back on tious doctors who are the only one in WITH A COMPLETE SET UP vision of Professor John his PhD work and explore future their area. AT BETTER THAN SHOP PRICES Humphreys. His project explored avenues for its use and development. Matthew now sees himself as a ORDERS TAKEN: 29 FIRMIN RD, CHURCHILL Ph: 0402 143 884 the rurality classifications currently In this he wants to help identify the Gippsland person whose wife and used by the government for policy workforce that needs most support; family are from this area, and who decisions to aid the recruitment and those in far flung workplaces who enjoys working with an enthusiastic retention of the rural health work- need additional support, and work- group of staff at the GMS as well as force. None were designed for this ing out what that additional support the fantastic lifestyle available liv- purpose or particularly suitable for a may be. It could be things like ing in Gippsland. He is also passion- health application, being just gener- incentive payments for retention in ate about his work which he sees as al geographical scales. As a result, remote areas, recruitment programs very important and necessary for the he developed new ways of measur- aimed at staffing these places, a advancement of best practice health ing access to primary care services locum service for doctors who work coverage, not only here in (general practitioners) in rural areas. alone in an area, or need after hours Gippsland, Victoria , but the whole Even though the data was collected relief, and ability to refer patients to of rural Australia. for the Victorian situation, Matthew another medical facility in an believes that his new methods could absence. Quality Custom-Made Furniture

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The Governor of Victoria, Professor It is designed to maximise the use of David de Kretser AC officiated the offi- natural lighting and with temperature cial opening of the Monash University predications has energy cut back on air Gippsland auditorium. conditioning units. All rainwater is har- Professor de Kretser commented that vested in large tanks and used for land- the auditorium has already provided ben- scape irrigation. Urinals are waterless efits for the community as well as the and solar preheating for domestic hot university. Completed in July 2008 the water are some of the features installed. auditorium has housed many events Professor Bartlett said "the University including activities associated with bush has a target of 20% energy reduction by fire relief, public functions, Graduation 2010 and with the structure of a building ceremonies and other University events. such as the auditorium Gippsland is the "Monash University Gippsland has an campus most likely to reach this." important role in providing regional stu- Monash University Gippsland is keen dents with world class education and the to be an active participant in the commu- structures and environment in which they nity. "To have appropriate infrastructure work are important to their experience," to house public events is important not said Professor de Kretser. only for the University but for the broad- Professor Helen Bartlett, Pro Vice- er Gippsland region," said Professor Chancellor at Monash Gippsland said Bartlett. that the availability of the auditorium has Professor Richard Larkins, Vice meant that the campus is able to support Chancellor of Monash University, events of larger numbers. described the building as the "jewel in the "The sitting of the Legislative crown of the university". He said of all Assembly of the Parliament of Victoria in the campuses of Monash, the Gippsland October, 2008 at Monash Gippsland was Campus was the rural one and as such significant not only for the University but was able to reach out into the surrounding also profiled the Gippsland region," said community making it a great asset to the Professor Bartlett. university as a whole. "This event was possible because the This building adds to the other auditorium has the support of other serv- advances which have been made over the ices offered by the university such as last six years, including the opening of advanced communication and IT infra- the Gippsland Medical School and the structure." very popular and strongly supported The auditorium has been built accord- Civil and Environmental Engineering ing to contemporary ecologically sustain- Course. able design features. As such it also pro- Pictured top left: Professor David de vides a learning space for the Civil and Kretser AC and Professor Helen Bartlett Environmental Engineering students. officially open the auditorium Walhalla Mountain & Rivers Region Walhalla Mountain and Rivers resort. Region region has a beauty in the Baw Walhalla Historic Township is the Baw National Park, Tyers State Park, jewel not only in our local area's crown. Moondarra State Park and state forest The mix of the township's beautiful loca- makes up nearly all of the area in addition tion in a deep mountain valley and gold- to the towns. era heritage gives Walhalla the "wow" Walhalla Mountain and Rivers factor that draws people from all over the Region just 30 minutes north of the world to visit Australia's "Valley of the Latrobe Valley. Which is home to the Gods". towns of Erica, Rawson and Walhalla. It There's plenty of to see and do. Below also includes the localities of Moondarra, is an Events Calendar which we hope you Coopers Creek, Aberfeldy and the ski will find useful if you are planning to resort at Mt Baw Baw...our closest ski visit the area. Walhalla Post Office

Date Event/Function Venue Time Cost Organistion Contact July Saturday 18th Direct Influence/Band Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9pm - Late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Sunday 19th Latrobe Communti Concert Ban Walhalla Rotunda 1.00pm -3.00pm Donation Walhalla 5165 6250 Friday 24th DJ Robbie Band Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9pm - Late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Friday 24th Launch Pad Village Square 2.00 pm Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Saturday 25th Christmas in July Whole Resort All day Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Saturday 25th Raging Hormones/Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9pm - Late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Saturday 31st DJ Robbie Band Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9pm - Late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 August Saturday 1st Forum Catus Black Rail Jam Mt Baw Baw 1300 65 1136 Saturday 1st 11th Hour Band Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9.00pm - late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Friday 7th Launch Pad Village Square 2.00pm Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136

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Friday 14th DJ Robbie Band Theme Night AH Sports Bar 9.00pm - late Mt Baw Baw 5165 1136 Saturday 15th Trivia Night, Ski Patrol Fundraiser VC Conference Room 7.30pm start $10.00 A - $5 U15 Mt Baw Baw/Gil Smith 0400 050 305 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 13 arc Yinnar Offers Courses Morwell RSL Sub Branch Inc. Covering a Range of the Arts Bistro Lithography with Kate Zizys at Monash University Churchill Open 7 Days This course will run from July 28th till September 8th (7 weeks), on Tuesdays at 5.30 to 8.30 pm. The cost Lunch & Dinner will be $185/ $165 concession and it includes technical notes and all materials including quality paper. Kate All functions catered for Zizys studied Lithography under Peter Lancaster at RMIT, and was successfully awarded the Collie Trust Rooms Available for: scholarship through the Australian Print Workshop. Kate has been published for her technical articles on Meetings, Conferences, & Seminars lithographic method by Imprint magazine, and currently works as the print technician at Monash University's School of Art and Design. Kate will provide participants Entertainment for July of this seven week course with access to the skills and knowledge gained over years as specialist Lithographic Friday 17th Hot Property printmaker. Saturday 18th Liz & the Tinmen The beauty of lithography is that a print made by this Sunday 19th Old Time Dance process is directly from the artist's drawing. No other Featuring printmaking method can so accurately reproduce the mark made by the artist's hand. Kate will guide partici- Ken & Alice Rae pants in drawing on the surface of a Bavarian limestone Friday 24th Esquires with greasy crayons and pencil. Saturday 25th Reckless The stone is chemically processed with acid and gum Friday 31st 70s 80s Disco arabic and participants can take multiple impressions of their image on paper. Modern examples, historical refer- Telephone: 5134 2455 ence material and technical notes will be provided to participants who will also take home a small edition of lithographs. This course is an excellent way to develop ChurchillChurchill SelfSelf StorStorageage your folio, to improve drawing and printmaking skills, and become familiar with the specialised facilities avail- THREE SIZES: Situated at corner of able at Monash University's Art School on the Churchill Switchback Rd & campus. 3m x 3m There are still a couple of places available in the McCormick St, Churchill - extremely popular three day Blacksmithing course 3m x 4.5m Across from Churchill which will be held at arc Yinnar in August. The weekend 3m x 6m Timber & Hardware workshop will run from 8 am till 4 pm on all three days. Experienced tutor Bruce Beamish will ensure students weekends from August 15th. The cost is $195 /$180 Secure access via Electric gate & Your Padlock understand and experience the entire blacksmithing concession. Learn about the 'smoke and mirrors' used in Contact: process, from starting the forge fire to the process of the theatre and live music scene from industry profes- Phone: B. J Bennett & Co. REAL ESTATE PTY LTD accurate heat treatment of the metal. Participants will sionals. Basic lighting for the stage with tutor Garry 0351342790 219 COMMERCIAL RD, MORWELL produce several items to take home and learn the skills Boast and an introduction to live sound mixing with of basic pointing, drawing out, twisting, bending and tutor Peter Brown. Garry has worked as a lighting tech- toolsmithing. nician for The Melbourne International Arts Festival, The fee of $260 or $240 concession includes materi- lighting repertory theatre in the UK, and currently works Valley als, tools and the procedure notes. Morning and after- with lighting live bands and tutors apprentice electri- noon tea are provided, bring your own lunch or explore cians. the local food on offer in the township of Yinnar. An Peter has extensive experience in sound technology Trophy information sheet about suitable clothing and safety gear for stage and live music, including industry experience will be sent to you when you book your place. in prominent venues such as the Athenaeum, the 60 George Street Ceramics at arc with Helen Coloe Victorian Arts Centre, the Geelong and West Gippsland Centre Morwell This course has 5 sessions which run on Tuesday Performing Art Centres. Participants will be identifying *Engraving *Personalised Coffee Mugs Mornings from 10-12.30, starting July 14th. The cost is and connecting the various components of lighting and $125 / $115 concessions. Helen will assist course par- sound systems, setting up and operating the equipment. *Name Badges *Giftware and Pewter ticipants their required level including an introduction to Also covered will be trouble shooting, OH&S factors *Glass Engraving *Large Trophy Display the studio, its tools and equipment, clay characteristics particular to the field, EPA guidelines, hazards in the the- FAX 5134 1334 for hand building and an introduction to the pottery atre space, electrical safety and generator specifications. 5134 1493 www.valleytrophycentre.com.au wheel. This course is really good value for anyone inter- No previous experience is necessary though students ested in starting or getting back into ceramics. The need to be physically able and dressed in comfortable Lifeline Gippsland Seeks Caring People course cost covers, technical notes, guidance and advice non-synthetic clothing, covered footwear is essential. suitable for any level of experience, studio access rates, Class sizes are very limited, Contact arc for more to Train as Volunteer Telephone some clay to start and kiln firings. details and to reserve your place. A full list of classes on Counsellors Sculpting in Ferro Cement with Paul Jesse offer up until December 2009 is available now by phon- Lifeline Gippsland will hold an infor- teer telephone counsellors are there 24 Paul will introduce students to Ferro cement as a ing 5163 1310, or calling in to the office in Main Street mation session for people interested in hours a day 365 days a year to listen'. sculptural medium through example, discussion and Yinnar. Business hours 12-4pm Mon-Fri, 11-3pm training as volunteer telephone counsel- Lifeline Gippsland has recently com- hands on activity. The basic principles of mixes, engi- Saturday. lors at 7pm on Tuesday, 7th July in pleted construction on its new neering, colouring, texture effects and finishing Morwell. Counselling Centre in Morwell and vol- will be explored, as will numerous formwork Lifeline Gippsland provides the only unteers will train and operate from this construction techniques. 24 hour telephone counselling service in purpose built facility. Said Patricia After attending these workshops students will the Region and calls are likely to top Nalder 'Our new counselling centre is a be able to design and create things like a bird- 13,000 this year. Volunteer counsellors great deal more comfortable and much bath, fishpond, fountain or creative garden sculp- come from all walks of life and do not better equipped than our previous site. ture. No previous experience is necessary though require any previous counselling experi- Telephone counselling is a challenging ence as full training is provided. Said but rewarding task and it is important that students need to be physically able and not con- Lifeline Gippsland CEO Patricia Nalder our volunteers have a good work environ- cerned about getting dirty! Ferro Cement is held today - 'We urgently need caring people to ment'. over two full weekends from July 18th. Cost of train as volunteer counsellors. It has been Anyone interested in attending the $185 (170 concession) includes course notes and a very challenging year for Gippsland. information session or learning more materials. The bushfires and global economic cli- about becoming a telephone counsellor Basic Sound and Light Technicians Course mate have had a huge impact on the com- should contact the Lifeline Gippsland This course will run for four days over two munity. Many people are desperately in office on 5136 3500 or lifelinegipps- need of someone to talk to and our volun- [email protected]. 14 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 A Churchill & District History Series LookingBack...... through the eyes of local residents

Watson Park Kindergarten Part2 CHURCHILL NEWS REPORT- on the whole the children loved it. Today the Department of ING Ila was a great one for making the Education and Early Childhood The Churchill News 17th April children sit on the floor quietly, and Development provides a per child 1975 reports: listen. She said the schools liked that. funding amount to agencies such as "The Watson Park Pre-School It was good preparation for school local governments, church organisa- Committee held their monthly meeting routine. However, Ila says she was tions, childcare providers and commu- on the 10th April. A working bee to ticked off by her supervisor for being nity groups who provide kindergarten tidy the kindergarten's garden is to so strict. The schools were also great in a variety of settings including start on Sunday 20th April and contin- to work with, which was most appreci- remote halls and childcare centres. ue for one whole week. So parents ated. Kindergartens still provide 10 hours of please bring your gardening tools as Ila loved it too. She said the parents programs for each child over a week there is plenty of work to be done. So were gorgeous and so helpful. The however very few spread them over don't forget! The more parents to turn grounds were well maintained, with four days as was the case in the past. up for the working bee, the sooner the the mowing taken care of. Fundraising Latrobe City Council who provides gardening will be done. was done very well too. Ila remembers a kindergarten program at 22 locations The Committee is also approaching a great fete organised and run by the in Latrobe City is one of Gippsland's the Shire of Morwell for some native parents. She says they were able to five Kindergarten Cluster Managers trees and shrubs to make the kinder- provide lots of new equipment. and is funded to provide kindergarten garten's yard more pleasant for the The Friday afternoon get together for children where kindergarten is free children to play in. of the kinder teachers was seen by Ila for four year old children and three The Committee agreed to advertise as a worthwhile time of sharing expe- year old aboriginal children on health for a part-time gardener approx. 2 hrs riences, ideas and equipment. care cards. a week to keep the garden tidy. The A parent made a mesh rabbit hutch Sue manages the funding of lawns are still to be mowed each for the kinder. The rabbits were a great Gippsland's kindergartens and the weekend by the parents. source of entertainment and interest. compliance with the legislation of all Mrs Kerry Sunderland has been The hutch was on two wheels at one licensed children's services including appointed to be liaison officer between end which meant it could be wheeled Kindergartens and Childcare Centres Watson Park and Walkley Park Pre- around to different grassy spots. Near (and soon Family Day Care and schools. Mrs. Sunderland will receive home time the rabbits were allowed to Outside School Hours Care pro- a copy of both pre-school committee be free in the kinder room. One would grams). minutes and attend both monthly meet- invariably run and hide under the Sue remembers her time at Watson ings……….." piano. Children nearby, with parent's Park as being a steep learning curve permission, were able to wheel the for her. At that time, kindergarten ILA HAINSWORTH rabbit hutch home for weekends and teachers were also responsible for par- Ila was the third group teacher for holidays. ent education programs, which about twelve months, after which she One day a little boy decided that he involved arranging guest speakers to was offered a fulltime position at didn't want to put on an art smock and speak on topical subjects of interest, Lumen Christi School. She had filled paint. Over the fence and escape was and child development. This was in in for Gwen Webster, the main kinder on his mind, which he quickly did. addition to their face to face contact teacher, when Gwen was absent. With However he was just as quickly pur- with the children, planning and prepa- the huge growth of numbers wanting sued and returned. ration. Sue says the programs present- to access kinder for their children, the Leaving to take up teaching at ed contained a lot of music, movement third group was started. It ran on Lumen Christi, Ila saw some of the and drama, and worked more with a Friday afternoon and Saturday morn- children she taught at kinder. Now she thematically based curriculum. She ing. Ila's assistants were Debbie Fox sees them with children of their own, says the programming has changed and then Margaret Klose. some of which she has also taught! enormously since then. It was the time of the ballot. Time at Watson Park Kinder is hap- Kindergartens were run without the Children's names were registered and pily remembered. strict regulations of today's children's pulled out of a box. If your child got services. Excursions were sometimes into the kinder you wanted, it was like SUE KILLEEN planned on the spur of the moment winning Tattslotto. Those who could- Sue worked as a kindergarten when something of interest occurred n't be accommodated in Churchill teacher, employed by Morwell Shire on a vacant block of land down the went to Yinnar or nowhere! The third to work at Watson Park, from 1980 to street and visits by the children's serv- group was not a fulltime group. As it 1983. Her assistants during this period ices adviser were about the program went into a weekend it did not prove were Margaret Klose and Cheryl rather than hazards and maintenance very convenient for all parents who Towers. issues. had other weekend commitments. But Sue was a relatively new staff Sue's memories of the parents and member having graduated from the children are enthusiastically recalled. Institute of Early Childhood She said she had a wonderful group of Development (now Melbourne supportive local parents on the University) in 1978. As a full time Advisory Committee, and always lots teacher, Sue had two groups of 25 chil- of willing helpers for excursions and dren each, for 2 1/2hours at a time, daily help, as well as enthusiastic par- over four days. Ila Hainsworth operat- ents who would come and participate ed the third group, a part time group, in the children's activities. Children, on Saturdays. Sue and other teachers who had fewer early childhood experi- had a strong network and met together ences outside their own homes and no some Friday afternoons with their knowledge of computer games, were Children's Services Advisor, Carol just as enthusiastic about television Blair. heroes as they are today and the musi- During this time, the State cal group ABBA. Government funded kindergarten WATSON PARK KINDER- teachers and subsidies were provided GARTEN CLEANERS. for kindergarten provision regardless Jan White believes that the first of the number of children enrolled. cleaner was Carol Dalton. Then fol- Most kindergartens offered 4 x 2.5 lowed Sandra hours a week of kindergarten to chil- McKessor. In 1979 Jan White took dren and there were no kindergartens over and was the cleaner at Watson operating out of childcare centres Park until she had to retire due to med- unlike today. ical reasons, on 17th January 2008. 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 15 A Churchill & District History Series LookingBack...... through the eyes of local residents

Jan says she thoroughly enjoyed her time as cleaner, even The committee gave Cheryl a lovely tapestry overnight bag and fees and using ratepayer's money. Fees jumped 400% in one year, though there was the odd hiccough. She was well respected and cosmetic bag which she still has and treasures. and none of that money was available directly to staff or the par- accepted in her role. There was lots of co-operation between the In 1988 Cheryl organized the 20th anniversary of the kinder. ent committee. The committee had to fundraise to pay for every- teachers and herself. It was a pleasure to clean the kindergarten, Joan who was the first teacher came back for the 20th, along with thing. and she didn't mind doing any extras. quite a few others. In either '98 or '99 they had another back to, In 1994 Kindergarten group sizes jumped from 25 to 30 per Jan had worked as a cleaner, for the Shire of Morwell, at which Cheryl attended with her own children. group (to help cover costs) and paid staff hours were reduced. Five Gaskin Park, and the addition of this job gave her the ability to pro- extra children in a group may not sound like much but it was dif- BILL VINEY 1987-1993, THEN 2006 vide for her family; and because she didn't drive, it was just up the ficult for many of the children being in such a large group and staff Bill had Cheryl Towers and Cheridee Schmitz and then Ros road. She could walk to work. found it very hard trying to provide the same quality learning envi- Cooper in 2006 as his assistants during his time at Watson Park. Jan remembers the winters with dread, as each winter the ronment. After three years, council capped group sizes at 27, still When Bill started, the parents were apprehensive. They were kinder would flood. Jan usually answered the call to come and help high but marginally better. not sure about having a man looking after their kids at that age! with the clean up before her usual cleaning time. Up until 1994, the 4 kinder teachers of Churchill met regularly However, Bill got on with his work providing a safe, friendly Jan spent 29 years as cleaner at the kinder. She says she loved on Friday afternoons and talked about their week, shared ideas, learning environment and actually played with the children, who doing it and misses working there. and planned together. Bill says that was a special time- the best went home and talked about what was happening at Kindergarten, LORRAINE PEAKE- 1980-1987 teaching days of his 27 years. The heavy workload from larger winning most of the parent's good opinion of him. Lorraine came to Watson Park in Term 3, 1980 (there were only numbers and reduced hours prevented that from happening, and it Bill describes himself as a 'softie', and he says that teaching three terms then) and took the third group which met on Friday ceased. kindergarten kids toughened him up to be firmer with his own chil- afternoon, Saturday morning and Monday morning. The full-time There was a very good relationship with the three primary dren. teacher was Sue Killeen. In 1981 Lorraine had the third group and schools. Churchill P.S. provided a room for excursions and meet- A team approach was the way Bill worked with his assistants. one of the full time groups. The following year Sue Killeen decid- ings, and copying facilities on the then 'high tech' Gestetner. He saw the team as having different talents, and strengths. ed to take the third group and Lorraine took over the second full When Glendonald Kindergarten opened, Bill says the other Together they worked on observing the children, and prepared time group as well. As assistants she had Margaret Klose and three kinders all put in and donated learning resources like books learning activities. Each team member had different things that Cheryl Towers. Other third group teachers during these years were and jig-saws. When the kindergarten started, most of the equip- they were good at or enthusiastic about. It worked well for the chil- Janine Van Dyk and Robyn Lister. ment had not yet arrived and the teacher, Chris Turner was using dren. Some parents were more comfortable talking to a woman, so Lorraine remembers Watson Park particularly for the wonder- boxes for tables. they could talk to the assistant rather than Bill. Overall it balanced ful parent support. She says it was a difficult time for the parents Bill laments that children have changed over his thirty years of out, providing a good program. when the ballot operated. There was a lot of anxiety before and teaching. They seem to be losing their childhood and have to grow Bill says he was told that the building was designed to be a after if your child did not get a place where you wanted, or worse up too fast, he says. They are facing things in our society and library, should the grant for the kindergarten, fall through. Thus it still got no place at all! sometimes at home that they shouldn't have to face at such young didn't have the display space required. (See Joan Atkinson's Lorraine and her family moved to Churchill in 1979. Her son ages. He concludes that there is little that can be done to address Comment). had to go to kinder in Yinnar as both kindergartens were full. this issue, but his philosophy is to provide the best possible expe- Bill recalls that outside the toilet door, there was a weeping The third group had its disadvantages and its good points. riences for the children at kindergarten, so they have a great year corkscrew willow, which grew to a height of 3-4 metres. It drooped Lorraine said the older siblings were able to come and visit on the which helps them develop new skills to help them cope with mod- down and created a small room underneath. He took some of their Saturday. ern life. home corner things out there and the children played house under Fondly remembered are the special days and times (Easter, Bill feels very fortunate that over his years, he has had very its drooping branches. Bill says it was planted in the sewerage line, Christmas, Mothers' and Fathers' days as well as special visits of good staff working with him and he has worked with many hard so that is probably why it grew so well. It is gone now though, he the fire brigade, etc). working and committed parents who have helped provide wonder- ends. For those times there was excellent support and help. ful kindergarten experiences for thousands of 3, 4 and 5 year old Not many Dads came to kindergarten. Bill recalls one shy CHERYL TOWERS- Assistant children. father who stayed and hung around, to see what happened. He Cheryl did work experience at Watson Park in 1979 with Gwen eventually agreed to do parent help (preparing milk and fruit for Webster, and really enjoyed it. So the next year, aged 16, when she the children). He became comfortable with that, but when he was saw the job for an assistant advertised, she was really excited to told a coffee morning was to be held, that was too much and he apply, not thinking that she would get the job. She went for the disappeared! interview and of course the teacher had changed. The new teacher An ordinary fence surrounded the kinder in Bill's first appoint- was Sue Killen and she was a new graduate. Cheryl remembers ment. He began to lobby in 1987, for a higher fence. It was not Sue asking her in the interview, if she could play the piano, but she until 1994, after he left, that the new one was constructed. It meets couldn't, so she thought "That's it. I won't get this job." But no, it current regulations. was not a criterion. It was just that there was a piano at the kinder- In his time at Watson Park, Bill says he had very good com- garten and Sue could not play. mittees, and wonderful parent help and made many friends.. He Cheryl started in March 1980. Lorraine Peake came in as the remembers that Fashion Parades were held at Tower Gardens in third group teacher, but Cheryl is not sure which year. For a while, Morwell while it was still in existence. Wine and cheese nights Cheryl worked with Sue one session and Lorraine the other which were also good money spinners. was interesting. In 1983 Sue left to have a baby and Lorraine took Dawn Clam was a paid gardener for his first two years there. over and Cheryl worked with her until 1986. Bill Viney came in This had carried over from the previous teacher's term of office. 1987 and that was an interesting time. Some people were not sure Milk and fruit time was an institution in that time. It was pre- about having a male kindergarten teacher because that was defi- pared by mothers on a roster system. With times changing and nitely not the norm. He was really great for the kids who came many more from single mum families. He was the one who had that giant multi mothers working level sand pit built. He was always helping the kids build rivers that has now and things in the sandpit, and the little sandpit was just not big become snack enough. Bill was great to work with also. He was relaxed and a time, with par- breath of fresh air. It was Cheryl's job to provide a balance for the ents providing girls. the goodies to They had some good, and not so good committees over the eat. years. One that comes to Cheryl's mind is when Di Sheridan was In 1994, per president in 1987-88. She organized a very big night with capita funding Christopher Green (the author of 'Toddler Taming') at Kernot Hall. was introduced, It was so handy living so close and being able to walk to work. whereby the Then Cheryl obtained her licence and became lazy, so she drove. council received One of the scary things was, that sometimes you would have $800 per child. It children and you just knew, even at that age, that they would end actually cost up in jail. It was proven many times. $1,400 per child Cheryl left in October 1990 to go to Canada to be a nanny, just to pay staff where she stayed for a year. She was able to use long service leave and administra- as a time to depart. Many parents were anxious that she did not go, tion. That did not saying there was one more child they wanted her to have. Cheryl include day to spent a long time having lunch, morning and afternoon teas with day running families saying good-bye. costs. So the She loved the job, but she had thought of it as a job she would Council had to do until she married and had children of her own. That didn't hap- make up the dif- pen and after ten and a half years Cheryl wanted a change. ference by intro- Kindergarten is not a place to meet a young man! The pay wasn't ducing higher very good either- $56 a week for 28 hours work 16 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 A Churchill & District History Series LookingBack...... through the eyes of local residents Lorraine and Ken Peake Their Story

By Ruth Place Ken passed all but one subject. He wanted to go esting introduction to people from other Ken Peake was born in Swan Hill in 1945. on but Dad said "off to work with you". So he cultures. At high school, there were a His father George was a Technical School became a trainee draftsman in 1961 with the SEC number of migrants also, predominantly teacher at Swan Hill Tech. School. George and at the Richmond Training Annexe, and stayed Greek, Italian, German and Dutch. his wife Phyllis had gone to Swan Hill earlier in with the SEC for a further thirty-five years. It was a wonderful childhood the war years. Ken's brother Brian was born in At age twenty, Ken gained a Certificate of Lorraine reiterated. We were free and Swan Hill in 1941 and Ken was born on the same Civil Engineering, which contained 99% of the safe. There were lots of children. We date four years later. George spent time in the Air design subjects required for the Diploma of Civil rode our bikes up and down the road, Training Corps, training the airmen in Lake Boga Engineering which he consequently achieved went tadpolling, climbed trees and had where the Catalina Flying Boats were based. over a 12-13 year period of part-time study. This great fun. We got into no harm. The only George had an Automotive and Aeronautical involved night school 2 or 3 night a week and rule seemed to be that we had to be home Engineering Diploma from Melbourne Working half a day paid for by the SEC. However it also by 5pm. Men's College which later became RMIT. He had enabled Ken to include such subjects as thermo- We owned our own cow which gave won a teaching studentship and was thus bound dynamics, electrical engineering and social sci- us milk, cream and we made our own to teach with the Education Department. He ences. This led to many deferments from butter. The hens produced eggs. stuck to this career, his first appointment being National Service, and also made any decision Grandma could kill and dress chooks. Yallourn Technical College where Howard making re his marriage, career etc. very difficult. Lorraine loved school. Her first day Beanland was Principal. In Yallourn they lived in Ken graduated as an engineer and worked for Mum and Lorraine set off. When they Church Street. It was an exciting time in Yallourn the SEC which he says was a very nurturing got to school, Lorraine took off under the because the new Technical School was built, but organisation. His first appointment was in the fence, leaving Mum stunned. She just George held some classes in an SEC house in Design Office where there were slide rules and couldn't wait to be there and start. That Narracan Avenue. log books, but also computers and the SEC day she made a friend who is still a Phyllis Campbell met George in Sherbooke designed their own programs long before friend today. They were in Brownies and Forest on a Sunday School picnic. It was such a Microsoft got in on the act. Guides together and went to each other's significant place to them that they requested their weddings. Lorraine Bunting was the eldest child of Max ashes be scattered there. Part of the Brownie's and Guide's Bunting and Daphne Phillips. Max was in the They were married at Deepdene program was to have breakfast in the Army and stationed at the Gold Coast when they Congregational Church. The early family trans- bush which was a really enjoyable met. Daphne lived at Burleigh Heads. They met port for Phyllis and George was a BSA motor- experience. at a dance. Max served in the Pacific islands and bike on which Phyllis rode on the back on a cush- At fifteen Lorraine helped with was in Darwin during the time of it's bombing by ion secured to the rear mudguard. Phyllis was Brownies and coached a Junior the Japanese and where he was wounded. He very upset by this arrangement as her best friend Basketball (netball now) team. She later fought on the Kokoda Track. He courted used to ride in the sidecar of her husband's even took a turn at umpiring. Daphne throughout that time and they were mar- Matchless motor cycle. They later graduated to a In high school Lorraine was a House ried in Ipswich after the war. 1936 Ford 10 which remained the family trans- Captain and Prefect. In Form 6 she Max and his mother, Lorraine's grandmother, port until well into the 1950's - they built them Matriculated with Honours. She won had purchased land in Springvale South in the well in those days. From Swan Hill the family two teaching bursaries and went to sand belt prior to the war, where Max established returned to Melbourne when Ken's Dad was Frankston Teachers' College, where she a small poultry farm and grew vegetables. He transferred to Richmond Technical School. They did TITC (Trained Infant Teachers' returned after his marriage and built a house for moved into the family house in Deepdene, which Certificate). Her first appointment in himself and Daphne as his Mum had her own was built by Ken's grandfather, and where Ken 1969 was to Templestowe P.S. with a house. It took some time to build as materials spent all of his growing up days. Ken lived there composite Prep/1 of 45 children. Next were scarce after the war, so Max made his own until he married Lorraine. Father George was she transferred to Lower Plenty then concrete bricks and cement tiles. later appointed Vice-Principal of Swinburne Montmorency South schools. Lorraine is the oldest of four children, two Technical College with a further move to It was when Lorraine was at high sisters and one brother. She enthusiastically Watsonia Technical School from where he school that she and Ken met. Their relates that she had a fabulous childhood, part of retired. He was a great believer in a technical church youth groups exchanged visits, which was seeing her grandmother every day. education, saying it gave you a good all round and they met. At Richard Smith's 21st, Her parents helped to establish a kindergarten in education. Ken took Lorraine home. Ken was 18, Springvale South at the community hall. Locals Ken attended the Deepdene Methodist Lorraine was 16. They were engaged in got together and contributed to funds, held Church MYF (Methodist Youth Fellowship). He 1967, and married in 1969, at Christ dances and ran stalls to raise the money. It was a played cricket for Deepdene Methodist in the Church Anglican Church in Dingley, by massive community effort. Lorraine caught the Eastern Suburbs Protestant Churches League. He the Rev. Sydney Muxworthy. local bus to kinder on her own. The driver would played football for Balwyn Combined Football The honeymoon was spent in let her off and pick her up. She spent two years at Club which played in the Eastern Suburban Tasmania. On return they rented a house in a small house and it suffered from rising damp, kindergarten. Then she went on to Dingley Protestant Football League. Ken also followed Lower Templestowe and then built a home in as they later discovered when their bedding Primary School which then went through to the family tradition and joined the 1st Deepdene, Lower Plenty where they lived for nine years, became wet and the insides of their shoes went Grade Eight. Memories include great big boys. 7th Camberwell Scouts. The old scout hall was during which time Matthew (1972) then David mouldy. The first day was very stressful as their There was one incidence when Lorraine ran built by Ken's grandfather and where George was (1974) was born. They qualified for a Home furniture, which left several hours before them, round a corner and collided with one, ending up also an assistant scoutmaster. Savings Grant of $500 because their home and did not arrive until late that night. They were all with a black eye. Not long after Lorraine started Ken went to Deepdene State School No. land cost less than $15,000 - every little bit thirsty and the only thing they could find to drink ,the school went to six Grade levels. 3680, which was also his mother's school. Then helped in those days. from was the mug from the iron which had been She played basketball (netball now) for it was to Box Hill Tech. School. He had to catch While Lorraine was at home on maternity packed at the last minute. It was bought fish and Springvale South and Dingley, and Junior Tennis a bus and then walk. Ken thinks going to Box leave, she decided to do her fourth year of teach- chips that night, eaten from the paper with the at Dingley. Her secondary schooling was at Hill was the making of him. He describes it as ing studies. She started while in Melbourne and fingers. Springvale High School for six years. having rough kids and rough teachers. However finished by correspondence when they moved to Matthew had finished kindergarten at Lower In her primary years she met many migrants, he also adds that if you had a good upbringing the Valley. Some of the subjects Lorraine chose Plenty before coming to Yallourn and he started as there was a migrant camp in Springvale. It was and kept on the right side of the line, you man- to do related to disability and areas of need. She school at Yallourn P.rimary School where only constructed of Nissen huts. People from Malta, aged to stay away from trouble. The discipline really enjoyed the course saying it was very ten pupils remained in what was Yallourn. It was Italy and Holland came to that area as it devel- was very strict with the administration of the worthwhile. a difficult time for him as he would make a friend oped as a market and flower garden and poultry strap seen regularly. You soon learnt right from Ken transferred to Yallourn W Power Station and then they would leave.Yallourn was in the farm area. Lorraine remembers seeing the Italian wrong and where the line was. It was a time as a construction engineer in late 1977, and the throes of being dismantled and the family spent girls with pierced ears, something that Australian when there was respect and no-one stood up to family followed on the 4th January 1978, their many weekends wrecking a brick house in children didn't do at that time. Their food was the teachers - well not for long anyway. Ken says ninth wedding anniversary. They lived in Mount Railway Avenue which they purchased with the different. They smelt of garlic. They were so dif- he left gaining a good practical wide range of Street, a very short street just behind where the next door neighbours David and Sue Utting for ferent to us she said. Some German boys came to skills with a well balanced education. Yallourn Technical College had been. The elec- about $200. The bricks obtained, they have used school wearing leather pants, other children wore The first year of his Engineering Diploma, tric hot water service was not functioning, it was as paving at their Churchill home. clogs. It was a sudden but fascinating and inter- 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 17 A Churchill & District History Series LookingBack...... through the eyes of local residents

Ken and Lorraine’s Engagement (left) and wedding (above)

George an external student through 1981 and '82 after she finished. estab- which she graduated with a Diploma of Early Not happy to stay at home yet, Lorraine was lished Childhood Education. In the second year she asked to join Fearn Training to develop and the Loy took Group 1 and the 3rd Group, and finally took deliver Child Care Studies Certificate 3 course as Yang both groups at Watson Park. She stayed for six there was a shortage of trained child care work- project and a half years, enjoying a wonderful time, ers. She initially wrote the Certificate 3 course organiza- working with and for a fabulous community and had it accredited and then taught it for a fur- tion and before deciding that a change should happen. ther two years. They knew that they would have to move, and more responsibilities were transferred to site. It So Lorraine went to Gillie Barry "Now," she says, "I am really, really, really, they had decided to stay in the area, so Lorraine was a very challenging time and lots of long Kindergarten in Morwell and stayed until 1994. retired. Retired to what?- travel, golf, gardening began to drive Matthew to Hazelwood North hours had to be worked. During this time she worked as the Pre-School and being a grandmother of a gorgeous grand- Primary School and take David to kindergarten Ken says that meeting this challenge enabled Field Officer working with children with disabil- child. However she is Secretary of the Morwell in Newborough. They moved soon after onto the accelerated promotion through the ranks to a sen- ities and assisting the teachers to provide suitable Gourmet Club, a member of the Yinnar Book 2 hectre property where they now live, into a car- ior engineer classification, aided by George programs and accessing appropriate services. Club, and Secretary of the Churchill Monash avan and a shed which had been pre-fabricated in Bates' confidence in him. Ken says he would This involved attending integration funding allo- Ladies Golf Club. the backyard at Yallourn. This became home have "walked through fire for George" and many cation meetings which assigned funding for chil- Both Ken and Lorraine have done a lot of while they built their house. Rented properties of his work mates would too. dren from kindergarten to school transition for traveling within Australia and overseas. With two were scarce due to the construction boom and Ending his Loy Yang A involvement as the the whole of Gippsland's kindergartens. Betty other couples they enjoy 4WDing and lots of there were no builders available, so they built the Loy Yang Site Manager where he looked after the Loftus was the Chair of this committee. other tripping. house using sub-contractors and a lot of hard construction of Dredger 16, Ken went to Loy This was followed by Well St. kindergarten, They also like to take time out to visit their work. On their tenth wedding anniversary they Yang B as Boiler Plant Construction Manager before becoming the Pre-School's Services Venus Bay holiday house which is a peaceful bought fruit trees for their orchard. under Project Manager David Jones. His job was Officer in the newly amalgamated Latrobe City, retreat, but is in the throes of being re-built after After the move to their current address, David to look after construction of the Boilers, co-ordinating twenty-five kindergartens. This it burnt down in May last year. They have been then went to Yinnar Kindergarten and Matthew Precipitators, Coal Plant and the Dried Coal was a unifying project which sought to have con- married forty years. Son, Matthew is married to continued going to Hazelwood North Primary Plant. sistency over the five former municipal areas Jo (Kirk), and son, David has a lovely partner in School Ken was now under contract and after 35 involved. Through a compulsory competitive Danielle Buglisi. During the time that the boys were at school, years, at the end of that contract, he retired and tendering process it was the first program won It was around the time that Ken finished at the Lorraine was an active member of School left the SEC. Ken regrets the demise of the SEC. within our local government. It guaranteed that SEC that he received an invitation to join the Councils, and involved with whatever the chil- It was a great organization which gave its people all teachers had ongoing employment, centres Rotary Club of Hazelwood from Ross Ollquist. dren were doing. the opportunity of changes in career within the were funded and run as a group, and all adminis- Ken's nature is one that takes on a job at full When Ken was transferred to Yallourn W he one organization. Employees were very well tration was done by Latrobe City. Parent com- speed or not at all. He accepted and describes it was in charge of the construction of the raw coal trained and supported. mittees still played a valuable part in each as an enjoyable and challenging time. Both Ken bunker and rising conveyor. It was there he met Ken didn't let the grass grow under his feet kindergarten. When it was running well, Lorraine and Lorraine have met some wonderful people George Kimberley who was a supervisor in the and was later employed by AOC managing a took long service leave and then retired. through Rotary. Through Ken's encouragement open cut. George had been taught by Ken's Dad major unit outage at Yallourn W and the project However her active spirit became bored, so some special projects have been initiated. One of at Yallourn Tech and made sure he didn't come to management and construction of Gas she applied for a job at Anglicare as a Children's those projects is the Indigenous Health any harm. It was good to know someone who Compression Stations along the Moomba to Services Resource and Development Officer, Scholarship which was started across Victoria. would take a friendly interest. Melbourne natural gas line. This project came working in Commonwealth funded services with This program resulted in the graduation of the Ken says he came to work for twelve months about due to concerns that the Longford Gas children with additional needs, arranging appro- first Aboriginal in medicine at Monash Clayton, and has stayed 30 years. Ken loved the construc- Plant would not be available for the next priate programs. Part of the program involved and the young lady has now become a surgeon. tion work. In 1980 he went to Loy Yang A and Melbourne winter after their disastrous explo- working with indigenous children to ensure their The program has enjoyed many other great suc- looked after the cooling tower construction con- sion. He later worked for Silcar at Yallourn W, attendance at pre-school and school. cess stories. The Rotary Club of Hazelwood tract. There was a grave shortage of mechanical Morwell, BlueScope at Westernport and briefly From Anglicare Lorraine moved to Gunai started the Monash Gippsland Rotary Indigenous engineers so he also worked on the boilers, at Paperlinx at Burnie and Wesleyvale. Lidj MACS Centre where Lorraine's goal was to Scholarship at Gippsland in 2009. The Rotary becoming the boiler contract engineer. He looked Lorraine did some relief teaching at Yinnar have all the aboriginal workers trained to run Club's aim is to try and address the appalling after all the boilers, building four 500 Mw Units Kindergarten and at schools. She loved the programs by aboriginals for aboriginals. With health outcomes by training Indigenous gradu- and later the 2 Units at Loy Yang B. kindergarten work best. So she was glad to fill in this goal achieved, Lorraine again retired ("A bit ates and encourage them to work in their com- After the protracted Concrete Batchers and for Pat Williams at Walkley Park until the term like Nellie Melba," she quipped.) and had a holi- munities. Carpenters Strikes, the SEC was at risk of losing holidays. Peter Tatterson from the Shire of day in Darwin. On return Iain Luck, Principal of Churchill and district can be very glad that the the management of their construction activities Morwell offered her the third group at Watson the KODE school talked Lorraine into doing 2½ Peake's have made this their home and have and massive organizational change was neces- Park, which she took in 1980. Lorraine decided it days a week for a term at the Koori Kindergarten given this community the benefit of their enthu- sary. In 1981 George Bates was appointed would be good to do some extra training so she which was part of the Woollum Bellum KODE siastic approach to life and work whether paid or Project Manager and Ken worked under him. went to Melbourne University, Kew Campus as Campus. This turned into 2 ½ years but in 2004 voluntary. 18 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009
Hazelwood House Happenings

Glad Giles and Jessie Baker celebrate their birthdays with family and residents

A group of residents and a volunteer assisted with decorating Marie biscuits for afternoon tea. A lot of creative faces were made during this activity. Pianola for Sale Piano is working o.k. Pianola needs some work to it. The Pianola comes with 10 rolls Asking price is $500 o.n.o. The pianola is at the hostel at 5 Phillip Parade Churchill: ask for Beth or call 51223000

Hazelwood House residents enjoyed a visit from the "Friends of Song" choir. Everyone sang along to some of the old time favourites.

Churchill Schools Transition Program

The Churchill schools have begun their transition This is the timetable for the Kinder transition activ- timetable program which enables families to visit ities for Churchill Primary School (CPS), Churchill schools to see firsthand what is on offer and to estab- North Primary School (CNPS), Lumen Christi (LC) lish which one will best suit the needs of their family's and Hazelwood North Primary School (HNPS) needs. Below is the timetable for the bus trip which has been arranged so that families can easily visit the schools.

GO Club Group Day Schools Celebration 3 Tuesday 28th July CPS & CNPS 2 Wednesday 30th July CPS & CNPS Two members of the GO Club cele- A lovely afternoon concluded with brated their 90th birthdays. May Wilson, afternoon tea. 1 Thursday 31st July CPS & CNPS resident of Hazelwood House, turned 90 Winter is upon us now so if you feel on the 18 May, and Eddie Gilchrist from like enjoying friendship, a warm atmos- Boolarra on 18th June. phere, a cuppa and a chat, please feel free A lovely afternoon was enjoyed by all to come and join us at GO Club each Group Day Schools with 51 friends and family coming Thursday from 1pm at the Churchill together. Entertainment was provided by Football/Netball Club rooms. You would 3 Tuesday 4th August HNPS & LC Bill Jenson. be made very welcome. May and Eddie each had a birthday For more information phone the co- 2 Wednesday 5th August HNPS & LC cake which was cut with a chorus of ordinator, Betty Wyatt on 5122 1691 ‘Happy Birthday’ and many congratula- 1 Thursday 6th August HNPS & LC tions to both of them. 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 19 Mathison Park A Symphony in Yellow

Ken Harris conspicuous than most wattles when they appear ticularly lovely is the Early Black Wattle – Springtime in Australia sees a spectacular in August and September and the Varnish Wattle Acacia decurrens. One early black wattle is flowering of various species of acacia, popularly – Acacia verniciflua also has a few natural plants growing close to Kurnai College and in July to known as Wattles. in the Park, with bright yellow flowers from August displays masses of golden yellow flowers All wattles have yellow flowers, but they September to October. among dark green foliage. cover a wide range, from pale cream to a rich Several wattles have been planted in the park These various wattles show a wide range of golden yellow. There is one uncommon cultivar and one of the most spectacular in flower is the leaf shapes. Several such as Silver and Black which has red flowers, but is now found only in Silver Wattle – Acacia dealbata. We have one Wattles have leaves that are greatly divided into gardens. planted in the Arboretum, close to the round- tiny little leaflets. These leaves are said to be bip- It isn’t only in spring that the wattles display about. Watch in August to September for its innate. Others like Blackwood and Golden their mass of yellow. There are wattles in flower masses of bright yellow flowers, sometimes so Wattle appear to have simple flat leaves. These in our area continuously from April, with dense that the silvery leaves are almost invisible leaves are not true leaves at all. They are actual- Golden Wattle Sunshine Wattle and Sweet Wattle to January among the flowers. ly expanded leaf stalks and when they were with the Lightwood. It is possible to find other Also in the Arboretum are three other wattle young, they also bore bipinnate leaves. Pictured species that flower even in late summer and species. The Golden Wattle – Acacia pycnantha is a seedling of Golden Wattle and if you look autumn and thus have wattle flowers the whole is special as it was chosen to be Australias flo- closely you can see the first leaves are bipinnate year round. ral emblem and is pictured in the Australia’s Coat and then there is a leaf with a flattened leaf stalk We have several species of wattle growing in of Arms. As its name implies, it has very colour- and a pinnate leave beyond. Then above this the Mathison Park and as spring approaches a suc- ful golden-yellow flowers which appear in dense leaves are replaced by cession of them will delight the eye with their masses around August. The others in the broad flattened leaf stalks flowers. Arboretum are the Sticky Wattle – Acacia howit- which are now called The Black Wattle – Acacia mearnsii, grows tii which is endemic to the Western Strzeleckis phyllodes instead of naturally in the park, mainly along the creek. It is and the Lightwood – Acacia implexa which is the leaves. This is very com- fairly late flowering, showing creamy-yellow last of our wattles to flower, showing its pale yel- mon among Australian flowers in November. It seeds are a very popular low flowers as late as January. wattles and every wattle food for Gang-gang Cockatoos while the pods One other local wattle is a very prickly one, which seems to have sim- are still on the tree and then for Common known as Prickly Moses or Prickly Mo – Acacia ple leaves and also the Bronzewing Pigeons after the seed has fallen to verticillata. Despite its prickles, it still puts on a spiny ones, go through Golden Wattle Seedling the ground. colourful display of yellow in the spring. this transition and all (above) Blackwood (left) Blackwood – Acacia melanoxylon also grows We have a few wattles planted in the park start life with at least one naturally in the Park. It’s creamy flowers are less which are not from this area and one that is par- or two bipinnate leaves. Hazelwood North Primary School Awareness Day On Thursday grade 5’s and 6’s went to Kurnai College Churchill to look around and get an idea of what high school is about. While we were there we got to participate in activities like science, cooking, drama, Physical Education, English, fly fishing, com- puters, blind writing and art. We got to meet new people and talk to the teach- ers about going to high school and new subjects. At the end of the day to top it all off some of the students travelled home on the bus. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and we’re looking for- ward to going to high school next year. By Caitlin, Jaymi and Zoey.

Descriptive Writing standing in the trees, only just visible. My special place is Kangaroo By Rachael Paradise I am at the beach, sitting under the shade, I’m running up the hill, ferns are hitting watching the waves roll over. The sand looks me in the legs. I trip. I look at my legs they’re a golden colour and the waves are so invit- pitch black. I’m here! The trees are black but ing. I stand up and run into the waves, sand the grass is a beautiful green. I look down, and water flying everywhere. The water is so the grass is ankle deep. I sit down and I can refreshing I can almost taste it. In the water I smell the trees blowing in the wind, they feel really calm and like there’s no worries in smell like ash. I hear a rustle breaking the the world. I float in the water, listening for silence. the sound of the waves crashing. I start to That’s when I see it- a mob of kangaroos. swim back to the golden sand, taking in deep I stand up and walk down the steep hill to breaths, smelling the salt. When I reach the greet them. I stop and see two enormous kan- beach, I try to think of the name of the beach garoos near some old car parts. The parts are and then I remember it’s called ‘Lucky’ rusted and burnt. I sit again and watch in beach. amazement. That’s a special place by Riley The dominant male edges toward me. I sit there holding my breath. He is close enough My special place to touch. The female with a Joey in her pouch In Mildura was the best resort. It was fan- moves toward the male. I fight the urge to tastic. There were 2 clean sparkling pools, touch them. The female thumps her tail, the One hot sauna and a bubbly spa. The pools male turns to her. I manage to touch the were the right temperature all the time. The male’s tail when he faces the Joey. Its eyes pub was great. They had bingo. It was fun. It twinkle in the harsh sunlight. was hot. Every day I played tennis in the I shuffle back. I chew my fingers excited- good moon light. You can smell the fresh ly and they taste salty. I watch the pair loud- water, flowers and the fresh air. You can hear ly bound away. I want to stay but I can’t. the birds chirping. It sounds great. The food “Goodbye,” I whisper. I walk up the steep just melts in your mouth. It was a great place. hill and down the track. I glance over my by Jessica S. shoulder hoping I can still see them. They’re 20 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 Hazelwood North Primary School

Mid Valley Excursion explained how dangerous the meat cutting On Wednesday 24th June, grades 3A & 4R machine used to be. Half way through 3A got went on an excursion to Mid Valley. a free apple and banana. I think 3A was glad With nutrition as our theme this term, we to get a free apple and a banana because they had a tour of Safeway to check out the differ- were pretty hungry. At lunch time we had ent foods available. It was really cool because food from Dana’s Café. A kind girl Danata we got to go out the back, where you are not served us. Two people on my table spilt their normally allowed. We saw where the trucks drink all over the table. The teachers weren’t coame in and where the food is stored. The very happy. While we were eating a man from freezers were really freezing! the seafood shop came in with some fish and Alex the butcher showed us the meats and a crocodile head. The fish were slippery and special equipment they use. He had some the crocodile’s teeth were sharp. We had to awesome gloves made of wire that protect wash our hands after we touched it. I think the you from getting cut with the really sharp classes had lots of fun because of Alex, knives. The butcher room was a bit smelly. Jeremy Linda, Sean, Danata Mrs Alexander, We also went into the bakery, where cakes Mrs Downes, Mrs Hodgson, Mrs Makepeace, were being made. The ovens are huge! We Mrs Rule and all of the other parent helpers! got to sample some donuts and fruit. YUM! Thank-you! Also we had some worksheet activities to By Lauren A! do in small groups and found out some really Mid Valley Excursion interesting information about some of our favourite foods. For example; there is On Wednesday 24th of July we went on an excursion to Mid Valley shopping centre to Yinnar Netball Round Robin McKenzie for umpiring for us. 3000mg of sodium (salt) in the muesli bars we learn more about the different food groups. On Thursday 11th June Hazelwood North’s By Zoey and Caitlin looked at and none of the lollies we looked at Class 4R went with us. First we met our Grade 6’s went to the Yinnar and District Netball contained fibre!! Footy guide, Sean. He showed us around the differ- and Football Tournament in Yinnar. The girls were Dana’s café provided lunch. We had hot On Thursday the 11th of June Hazelwood ent rooms. The first room we went to was the playing netball to represent Hazelwood North. The dogs, pies, sandwiches, rolls or croissants North’s grade 4s, 5s and 6s played football at fresh produce (fruit and vegetable) room. We teams participating were Boolarra, Churchill, with juice or hot chocolate. Yinnar football grounds. The teams we played were got either an apple or a banana each. Then we Churchill North, Lumen Christi, Thorpdale and Jeremy from the fish shop came and gave Boolarra, Churchill, Churchill North, Lumen went into the giant freezer. My best friend Yinnar. We won all those games except for the a talk. He brought some amazing fish for us Christi, Thorpdale and Yinnar. All the teams put up Emma said, ``Now we know what penguins game against Yinnar. The scores with Yinnar was to look at and touch, including a real crocodile a good fight. In the end we won all the games feel like,” and we both started cracking up. It 15 to 5. We lost. In the Grand Final it was neck and head. except for one. We ended up playing in the grand was funny. Then we went to the loading and neck. It was a very tight game, but the score at the “It was an awesome excursion.” “The final and lost to Yinnar. We all were tired and very unloading dock. We saw a mini fork lift in end was 8 to 11. The team members were Tahlia, best” “Great fun” dirty. We all had a fantastic day. use. Then we went to the dairy fridge. There Nelly, Molly, Caitlin, Sophie, Zoey, Jade, Jessica N, By Aaron and Jake Safeway Excursion was yogurt, cheese and cream. The milk was Jessica F and Jaymi. On Wednesday 24th of June classes 3A in a separate fridge. Then we went to the meat We all had a fantastic time on the day. Yinnar and District Soccer and 4R went on an excursion to Safeway Mid section. It ab-so-lute-ly STANK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! By Tahlia and Nelly. On the 25th of June Hazelwood North went to Valley to learn about some of the nutritional We went to Dana’s Café for lunch. Emma and Bessie Frood Netball Tournament the Falcons 2000 soccer ground to play in the foods. In Safeway the kids split into groups I had the same thing without knowing. I had a Recently our school competed in the Bessie District competition. The teams were Yinnar, and looked at some of the packaged labels on plain pie and a hot chocolate. Keiley spilt her Frood Netball Tournament at the Morwell Park Churchill, Churchill North, Boolarra, Thorpdale the foods. The classes explored the shop and drink everywhere. Then Shelby spilt HER Netball Courts. We had 2 teams- one girls and one and Lumen Christi. All teams put up a great fight learned more about the place. We looked drink. Then Ivy spilt HER drink. Then I spilt mixed. The mixed team competed against teams and it was a very tight tussle. Our boys won four inside the huge fridge which was below 5 MY drink. Then Ivy spilt her drink four more such as Crinigan Road PS, Morwell Park and more! games and drew the other two games. The day was degrees. Now we know how it feels in times. Jeremy, from the fish shop showed us They won 2 games and had a great time! a success and was enjoyable. Unfortunately the Antarctica. We got to go into the dairy room. some fish, shells and a crocodile head. It was The girl’s team played in section 2. They played boys didn’t quite make it to the next stage. All of us In the dairy room it had yogurt, cream, milk fun. against teams like Yinnar, Morwell Park and Sacred knew that Yinnar was going to be the hard game so and soft drink to keep cold. It stunk incredi- Thank-you Sean, Linda, Alex, Mrs Heart. They won all their section games and got we set out our best line-up at the start of the match. bly! Then we went to the unloading dock. We Makepeace, Mrs Hodgson, Mrs Downes and into the semi-final. We were proved right and the game finished up 0- saw a small fork lift. We got to look at the Jeremy for helping us, and Danata for the They played off against Yinnar 1 and lost. All of 0. We played brilliantly and thank-you to all the bread when it was rising, and saw some of the lovely lunch. the students had a great time. Thanks to Mrs Foster schools that participated on this day of fun. Thank knives they use to cut the meat. The people By Natalie B for organizing our teams and Mrs Brown and Mrs you to Mrs Duncan who coached both teams. By Jacob and Cody. Science Experiments This week Class 3A were doing experi- ments. First we did the taste tester. Second time we could choose which one to do. I did Swirling Colours and Preserving Food. When we did the taste tester we had cups with different flavours- they were salty, sweet, sour and bitter. We dipped a cotton bud and put it on our tongue. With swirly colours we put milk, food dye and washing detergent and waited until it swirled. When I did preserving food we had bread, salt, vine- gar and water. We put them in different cups – one with vinegar and salt and bread, the other one with water and salt and bread. I had fun doing experiments. I learnt that if you put washing detergent with milk and food dye it swirls. If you put different tastes in different places on your tongue you taste it in different places. By Lori D. 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 21 Churchill North Primary School

School Concert Churchill North Representatives meet Premier John Brumby Principal, Debbie Edwards and School Council Brumby. Both took the opportunity to discus local Churchill North Primary School com- Dragon while Grade 4/5 acted out a musi- President, Meredith Downes- Smith were invited to an educational concerns with the premier. pleted their annual school concert on June cal version of the Ginger Bread Man and informal cabinet dinner hosted by Premier John 24th under the theme of ‘The Never Grade 5/6 students a drumming ensemble. Ending Story’. Unfortunately the story did Clues were left throughout the play for have to end after the third performance the audience to answer; these were rather and fantastic feedback was received from difficult and encouraged some deep all those attending. thought. The first 2 selected winning Each class performed their own item; entries will receive a voucher to the value which was the focus of a lot of practise of $50.00 or a food hamper from Deli 9 in and team work leading up to the big day. Traralgon. Grade Prep students preformed Old Children from our local kinder and the McDonald and The Sky is Falling. Grade residents from the Hazelwood House 1/2 preformed a number of fairy and gob- attended a special version of the play in lin dances linking in with the Faraway the morning. This is the second year both Tree. Grade 3/4 performed The Three parties have been invited to attend. Little Bush Pigs and Puff the Magic

Camp Quality Visit Children from Grades Prep dren with Cancer may look a lit- ference. and 1/2 were treated to a visit tle ‘different’ however should not Children took part in a rap from McDonald’s Camp Quality be excluded from regular activi- song and had the opportunity to puppets. The puppets talked to ties. The program highlighted ask questions after the perform- the children about living with the need to care for and support ance. Cancer, and discussed how chil- others no matter what their dif- Primary Welfare Officer Teddy Bears Picnic Our Primary Welfare Officer Kim Hodgson is proud to Children from grade a picnic which be a part of the Churchill North Primary School commu- Prep, one and two cele- involved all sorts of nity; her role includes facilitating programs that foster brated their sound of ‘bears’ food. Children leadership and social responsibility. She is a supportive the week ‘B’ with a enjoyed making bear member of the team and encourages communication teddy BEARS picnic. masks, going on a bear between parents and school at all times. Children brought along hunt and singing bear Her involvement with the Parents Association at the their bears and enjoyed songs. school is strong and productive with many healthy break- fasts provided to the students and craft activities for all interested parents. Lunchtimes at school provide times for grades 4, 5 & 6 students to lead fun activities to encour- age all students to be active and build friendships. Our school is currently involved in the state-wide ini- tiative of Kids “Go for your life”- leading the way to cre- ate healthier Victorian children who enjoy healthy eating and physical activity every day.

Pyjama and Popcorn Day To celebrate the end of another successful term 2, Junior School Council organised a DVD, pyjama and pop- corn day. It was great to see most children joining in and wearing their pyjamas to school. Each grade voted for a DVD and enjoyed a bag of popcorn.

New Junior Playground The exciting news has already been announced to students in Grades Prep – 2 that a new playground will be constructed in the coming months. Children in both grades got together over fruit to discuss the new playground and take a vote on different equipment they would like to see in their new playground.

Brigades in Schools Visit Children from Grades 3-6 were visited by members of the Churchill CFA this week. Brigade members talked to the children about the recent bushfires and fire safety; this provided students with further support and infor- mation into fire safety. 22 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 Churchill Primary School

Active After School Communities Program

Churchill Primary School is proud of share their expertise and enthusiasm. the many varied programs offered to the Some of the activities that the stu- students. dents have participated in have been ten- Sport One program on offer is the Active nis, T-Ball, gymnastics, dance and move- After School Communities Program. It is ment, self-defence and circus skills. Life for our upper school stu- was also pleasing to see the senior day, their energy levels were sapped national program which is part of the These programs have been really dents has been hectic this month students taking the initiative to train The boys’ soccer team won 3 games Australian Government’s commitment to enjoyed by the students who have partic- with many involved in inter school every day at lunch and play times. drew 2 and lost 1 game. They fel helping primary school students become ipated. Of particular enjoyment have sports. Two netball teams partici- Thanks is extended to Mr. Steve they played really well and wer active. The program recognizes the been the fresh fruit platters at the begin- pated in the Bessie Frood Netball Mayer, Mr. Brandon Mahoney, Mr. very happy with their achievements important role schools play in introduc- ning of each session! Competition. The mixed team per- Ian Sands, Mr. Ben Kimpton, Miss The girls’ team was not as success ing young people to active pursuits and The program is offered to Grades 3-6 formed very well in their group. The Paula Watts, Miss Brooke Henry ful but they also had fun on the day lifestyles. students on a Tuesday afternoon and girl’s team found their lack of height and other parent helpers who all In the netball, the girls played 6 The emphasis on AASC program is to Prep-2 on a Wednesday afternoon. In was a distinct disadvantage. All had contributed to make these days suc- games, won 3, and lost 3. They wer encourage community partnerships and Term 3 the students will have the oppor- fun and took part in a sporting man- cessful for the students. very proud of their efforts and increase participation in structured phys- tunity to participate in dance and move- ner. Thanks to Mrs. Donna Turpin, In the football, Churchill believe their strength was in th ical activity. At Churchill Primary ment classes and in Term 4 the school is Miss Paula Watts, and Mrs Gena Primary School played 6 games and number of times they intercepted th School AASC program has a motto of hoping to offer archery lessons to the Flanigan for their efforts in training won 4. Two players who stood out ball and caused turnovers. Th “Keep Fit, Keep Active and Have FUN!” older students. and supporting the teams. were Luke Collinson, who kicked school is proud of all of their stu One of the positive aspects of the pro- The AASCP has received funding till The winter sports were also held goals, and Russell Whelan in the dents. The school also congratulate gram is that it is free to attend. This at least 2010 and the school hopes the recently. Churchill had teams in the ruck. The team remained focused the teams from the district who par gives students an opportunity to partici- continuing success of the program means footy, netball and soccer events. It throughout the day but found that, ticipated. pate in sporting activities that they may the students will be able to keep fit, keep by the end of the not otherwise. The school has been for- active and continue to have fun. tunate in linking up with local sporting organizations and instructors eager to

New Look School science involved. on attaining the position of Acting Churchill Primary School has been granted $2 Principal at Cobains Primary million from the Government for a school Teacher Work School (near Sale). She will hold upgrade. This support will come in the form of a The teachers have been very busy writing this position for Term 3 and new library, ICT, classrooms and community use reports for their students and they have partici- Churchill looks forward to having building. The school is very excited at the pated in team planning days for next term. her back in Term 4. They will miss thought of new classrooms and research centre. During the planning days, students had regular Kryshia’s experience and leader- The surveying has already begun. The communi- classes with the specialists in Art, PE, ship in the school but wish her ty will begin to notice as things start to happen at Information and Communication Technology well in her new position. the Howard Avenue / Coleman Parade corner of (ICT), Library and Mathematics. the school. The school has also received some They had the privilege of a visit from Kathy Transition Programs government money for maintenance of the exist- Walker, the educator who has researched and Open days were held at the end ing buildings and grounds. We know Churchill developed the Australian Developmental of June for parents who may be Primary School will be a busy place for the next Curriculum. She spoke with teachers and thinking of enrolling their children 18 months, but the results will be amazing. watched the Prep – 2 students working during at Churchill Primary School. their investigation time. Kathy was very support- Thank you to the community schools in the area. The kindergarten children CSIRO ive of the school’s program and will be coming members who availed themselves of this oppor- will also have the opportunity to come to We were very lucky to have a visit from the back next term to continue her work here. tunity. The school is always open for parents to Churchill Primary for transition programs. Th CSIRO this month. Each grade spent an hour On June 12th, a professional development look around so please feel free to contact the grade 5/6 students have already begun the transi with a young and dynamic presenter, Gemma, as session was held to update the staff on the school or call in to make a time to look around. tion process with visits to Kurnai to familiaris she explained the function of the CSIRO and Australian Developmental Curriculum and how They look forward to the third term when a range themselves with the Secondary School. Then their scientists in the community. The students it is run at the school in the junior area. All staff of activities are put in place to make easier the school acknowledges the huge step that begin were invited to participate in a range of hands-on were very enthusiastic in their participation transition process. The families at the kinder- ning at a new school can be and they want to science activities. They were engaged and excit- which was part theory, part hands on activities. garten will be invited to come on a bus trip to work with parents to help make it a happy event ed by the experiments and talked a lot about the The school congratulates Mrs. Kryshia Speirs visit Churchill Primary School and the other 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 23 Kurnai College Junior Campus Churchill Year 9's Blues Brothers Production Kurnai College is the recipient of a receive work. Dean Gowing and Klein have been jointly working movie that is being reproduced as a play at Kurnai $220,000 Federal Government grant with It will result in a general sprucing up on the Blues Brothers Show. Dean has had the responsi- College Churchill Campus. The play is about the release Kurnai Churchill Junior Campus receiv- of the school. bility of using IT and media with the students to promote of Jake Blues from prison. He and his brother Elwood go ing $88,000. The damage report conducted agreed the project. to visit the old home where they were raised by nuns. It will be used for new carpets, blinds, that there are significant problems caused The students have created their own web site. Go to They learn the church stopped its support for the orphan- and for painting a number of general pur- by the drying up of the soil and exacer- www.kurnaicollege.vic.gov.au and follow the links to age and will sell the place to the education authority. The pose classrooms. The money will be bated by the large amount of vegetation Student Projects/ Blues Brothers. They have also only way to keep the place open is that the $5000 tax bill spent quickly, before the end of the year. which was surrounding the buildings, designed media releases, a Blues Brothers Newsletter on the property is paid within eleven days. The brothers After the holidays people will begin to which had sapped further water from the and a flyer. The flyer appears elsewhere in this publica- want to help and decide to put their Blues band back see results as work begins immediately. soil. tion. together and raise the money by staging a big gig. Will The school has received a structural $100,000 will be spent immediately, The show was originally to be staged in June, but to they manage to come up with the money in time? Come damage report. It shows that Kurnai has and then another $142,000 will be spent circumstances beyond the school's control, it has now and see. significant structural damage that needs after re-saturation of the soil, which will been re-scheduled for 22nd and 23rd July, at 7pm in the The cost of a seat is adults $8, children $4 and fami- urgent attention to stop further deteriora- include bore work. Then the brickwork College Theatre. The musical will be performed by the lies $20 (2 adults, 2 children). tion. This structural damage will be dealt and paving of walkways will be mended Year 9 boys and girls as part of the Year 9 project. The Show starts at 7pm and finishes approximately with first before the painting is done. Part and the cosmetics inside the rooms, eg. students will be performing and singing the songs most 9:30pm with one interval. of the damage control will involve under- repairing of cracks and plaster, cornices liked from the movie. The Year 9 teachers and students Tickets will be on sale from 13th July and leading up pinning and re-saturation of the brick- etc will be done, before painting. would love you to come and see the play they have prac- to the days of production. If not sold out they will be work. So there will be considerable work ticed every week. They think it will be a blast!!!! available on the night. Please visit the Main Office or No work will be done until the stabi- being undertaken in the next six months. The "Blues Brothers" is a Grammy Award winning ring the school to enquire. lization has been achieved in November- It has been a really busy term. The flu' December after the winter. has had a big impact on the staff and stu- The money has been allocated to the dents. Kurnai Year 7 Footy Review: 15.6.2009 rooms on a prioritized list. This includes It has been full of good things but as belonged to Kurnai after outscoring their opponents in general work in the library and SILC usual the stresses which occur when you The day started out with overcast conditions at the the 3rd and 4th quarters. room. If there is any left over after all put a group of people together have been Traralgon Football Reserve, but the boys were deter- Unfortunately the team couldn't outplay their more that is completed then other rooms will part of the scene also. mined to come home winners regardless of the weather. experienced opponents enough to take home the 4 Straight off the bus the team was showing high motiva- points: Kurnai College 4.4.28: Lowanna College 7.6.48 tion levels and a bond between players that would be Kurnai's next game was against a very athletic team Enterprise Project tough to break. The morning continued to roll on in in Traralgon. After they had demolished Lowanna in the Kurnai's favour after the two captains, Kurt Holt and second game of the day they looked as if they would Zach Smith, won the toss and elected to kick with the make easy work of the Maroons. minimal breeze. The first quarter was an arm wrestle with Kurnai Unfortunately the team was running a little late for coming out on top by a goal. The second was when its first encounter due to wardrobe malfunction, which players such as Dean Linton and Billy Davie shifted up decreased warm-up time dramatically. This caused a gear to dominate the midfield. James Allen begun Kurnai to start very slowly against a much maligned scoring goals at will and with the run of Cohen Politis Lowanna College outfit. Kurnai were powerless to on the wing the team looked unbeatable. The crowd defend against such a fast moving brand of football in were waiting for Traralgon to begin their comeback in the first half. Cohen Politis tried his best to stem the the second half but it never eventuated. The Kurnai flow of scoring shots by Lowanna but couldn't hold midfield was too strong for too long. Every time them off. At the major break Kurnai were down by 5 Traralgon scored it was answered quickly by some goals with no mercy in sight from a ruthless Lowanna. inventive play by the new look side. The second half the boys had found some fresh legs Kurnai ended up winners on the day with the high- in the middle of the ground with Brendan Mason mov- est percentage: Kurnai College 14.7.91: ing onto the ball to rake up possessions at will. The Traralgon College 5.11.41 team had finally found its motivation from earlier in the It was a fantastic effort by the boys and hopefully we day. At this stage the weather was a little wet and the can continue our run of good form next term in the ball became slippery and hard to handle. This appeared regionals. to ignite the Kurnai backline as they begun to run and penetrate the Lowanna defence with spearing passes Congratulations Kurnai College Year 7 and 8 Co-Ordinators popcorn, friendship bracelets, kick a foot from Matt Dyke and Dean Linton. The second half Year 7 Football Team. Bernadette Cropper and Kezia Horvath ball competition, bric-a-brac, cupcakes, have been thrilled by the students they beados and tattoos have had engaged in this project. They The students were challenged to show describe it as an authentic learning expe- their initiative in how they developed Nurse Wendy Writes - Free Vitamin D rience. The students had to decide upon a their project ideas. product which they thought they could This was successful venture as the As the temperatures drop at this time of the year, so is recommended that faces, arms and hands (or equiva- sell at school. They then had to do a students loved it and gained lots of valu- does the UV levels- now is the time to think about your lent area of skin) are exposed to the sun for two to three budget, market, advertise, make if neces- able learning experience, with every stu- sun exposure and Vitamin D levels over winter. Vitamin hours over the week. People with naturally very dark sary and sell their chosen product. The dent making a profit and gaining real out- D plays an important role in maintaining healthy bones, skin may need three to six times these exposure times. money raised was for the charity of their come muscles and teeth. So over the winter months, for healthy bone develop- choice- Make a Wish Foundation. $200 When UV levels are 3 and above, sun protection is ment, put sun hats and sunscreen away. was raised in three, half hour lunchtime required because that is when the sun can damage skin The SunSmart UV Alert can be found in the weather stints. Some of the products on sale were and eyes, leading to skin cancer. However, in Victoria, section of your daily newspaper or alternatively on the hair colouring, pancakes, movies and average UV levels from May- August are low (1 or 2) so web - www.sunsmart.com.au/ultraviolet_radiation/sun- sun protection is not needed unless you are in alpine smart_uv_alert. areas or near reflective surfaces such a snow or water. To get enough Vitamin D during winter months, it Kurnai Awareness Day Recently, over 200 grade 5 and 6 students from local Pryor about the programs available at Kurnai. primary schools from Churchill, Hazelwood North, "Awareness Day is an important part of primary stu- Yinnar, Yinnar South, Lumen Christi and Boolarra dents making the transition to secondary school. They attended Kurnai College Churchill Campus to experi- get to see the campus, experience classes, ask questions ence a day at high school. and become familiar with the environment so it is not Students participated in a range of different classes such a nerve wracking change at the end of grade 6," including, cooking, blind writing, culture, drama, wood- said Mr. Carbone. "It is just as important for parents work, forensics, German, animation, fly fishing, P.E and who are making the decision with their child about more. Students were led through the day by Year 7 and which secondary school they will attend, and those dis- Year 9 leaders to answer their questions and show them cussions are generated when the child is still in Grade around the school. 5." Parents, teachers and friends were able to tour the Churchill North Primary School will be visiting Churchill and Precinct campus and speak to the Kurnai in Term 3 for their day in a life of a high school Principal Nello Carbone and Year 7 Team Leader Nicole student. 24 Churchill & District News GIPPSLAND EDUCATION PRECINCT GEP Campus Farewells German Exchange Students

Kurnai College GEP Campus in Australia Jessica made many has bid farewell to two of its friends who are sad to see her go. exchange students recently. Both Franzi Bichler settled in to the girls have returned home to GEP learning community quickly Germany after spending eleven and also made many friends during months living in Australia and her stay. When Franzi returns home attending the senior campus. she will have two more years of Jessica Taksar enjoyed studying study before she finishes her sec- in Australia and being able to focus ondary schooling. Franzi is plan- on five subjects instead of the 12-16 ning to work as an Au Pair in France subjects that she studies in when she finishes school and then Germany. Jessica has a keen interest return to Australia to work as a lan- in Art and especially enjoyed study- guage assistant in Melbourne. ing two Art subjects whilst at the Two highlights of her stay were GEP. Hoping to become involved in the exchange student safari's she photography as a career Jessica may was able to attend. The first was even return to Australia after her along the east coast of Australia and final two years of schooling in the other safari was to Central Germany for tertiary study. Australia incorporating a visit to Jessica was able to visit a variety Uluru. of Australian landscapes, travelling Australian beaches will be to Queensland, Tasmania, and also Franzi's favourite memory of the the Great Ocean Road. Having places she has visited, and the come from a large city the contrast strong friendships she developed with our rural community was also a will be what she misses the most. Franzi Bichler (above) special experience. During her time Jessica Taksar (right)

Kurnai College Junior Campus Churchill Year 7 Camp Coolamatong Kurnai Churchill year 7 students attended rafting, encouraging each other on the climbing Camp Coolmatong at the end of May. The camp wall, and getting filthy mountain bike riding", had a survival theme, building on from their proj- said Nicole Pryor year 7 Team Leader. ect work at school. "For us the camp meets our curriculum needs Students participated in fun team oriented with survivor and team activities that link to our activities that involved teachers, camp leaders project work and student's personal learning, and students. with goal setting and healthy lifestyles with the "Every year we take our year 7s to Sea Life program. Our highlights this year were Coolamatong and have a great time having the the dance off, watching the rafts fall apart, and of opportunity to build positive relationships and course sailing with the dolphins." team work skills. This year we all enjoyed the Student comments "I got over my fear of heights and had fun abseiling", Shamillah "The bike riding and climbing were awesome", Aaron "The best part was at night with the team activity circuit and danc- ing", Kayley "I did a lot of work on the raft, we got wet but had heaps of fun", Nathan "I made new friends", Achan. 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 25 Church News Diocese of LINKING FAITH AND COMMUNITY … Gippsland to be thriving under the AT BOOLARRA… bishopric and exam- CONTINUED: ple of love shown to Coffee Connections us all at our May At Coffee Connection Rev Bob Brown gave an interesting talk about his time spent By Rose La Vie Synod, by Bishop John Mac Intyre and his Dean and in the United States of America. He illustrated the talk with pictures and other items, Since my arrival I have been welcomed into the local their wives. making it very engaging. Boolarra -Yinnar community and churches. Recently, I A fresh wind is blowing and our Gippsland Synod attended Synod with Bev Littlejohn, as local Church passed resolutions regarding the establishment of a Council representatives and this has led to my participa- covenant with our First Nations elders and the furnishing tion in numerous ecumenical events, including a Korean of church buildings with environmentally sound and reconciliation service on the 11th of June at Lumen energy saving resources. Meeting with Ruth Place of the BLACK BEAUTY Christi, Churchill, led by both Father Hugh and Rev Dr Churchill & District News there and later, Stephanie Bob Brown. Extremely moving music enhanced the Charalambous of the Latrobe Express has ensured some Blackness covers the landscape, like a shroud starkly, every rock formation and curve of hill stands stripped and naked The bareness, the grass and trees once hid, now all eyes gaze openly upon, and in the blackness, the sharpness of line, the hushed stillness of it all; there lies a quiet, dignified beauty…. Nature has wrought its fierce, violent act upon Mother Earth and now she lies patiently; awaiting the refreshing sounds of rain, with its merry laughter, that will wipe away her pain, transforming her blackness to green again Mother Earth has endured millions of years, resigning herself well to her place, in the space of time She knows of the heartache and strife, the elements Rene, Rae, Milly, Ruth, Flo, Pam & Winnie wreak down upon her, yet also their goodness and tender mercy towards her Yes, she lives well with them - the wind, sun and rain it is only man that has raped her sorely, so that in parts she cannot bear again Having learnt well, her helplessness, Mother Earth accepts the changing seasons, opening up to their terror, when the elements rain down their anger upon her; embracing it as a woman, a harsh lover, knowing full well, that in the fullness of time… We will sprout forth and bear again… "Oh come, oh come," she sighs… "Oh come, sweet, precious rain."

symbolism as it was played out by talented lay persons. cross-pollination of ideas, thoughts and mutual encour- I also attended a three day silent retreat at Palloti agement as we strive to bring the kingdom of love and February 1985, College, near Warburton, led by Canon John from light into fruition within our shire, local communities, Following the Talbot-Avoca Bushfires Melbourne, with 24 women from throughout the churches , the environment and most importantly our- © Rose La Vie, Yearnings Within, 1988 Gippsland Anglican diocese. It was great to renew selves, as individuals. acquaintances with many, whose prayers were tangibly This was beautifully highlighted when I toured the with us all throughout our " baptism by fire," in January Strzelecki Ranges and found myself at College Creek, and February. Jack River and the Morwell River Road, with FOE. It was a needed break, as was my journey to Lakes Places where I could be in the Garden of Eden, where Entrance and Raymond Island, where the Anam Cara lyrebirds sang with me, at every stop…. Something that community learnt that it is in our pain and shared stories was a rarety in Sherbrooke Forest, in my childhood. We that we connect, more than in our separate ideologies or hope having survived the bushfires, they will NOT be theologies. I have personally found our Anglican further devastated by the thoughtless- ness and self interest of man. I perceive with the Friends of the Upper Morwell River and numerous friends across Gippsland, the state and nation that we can rise as a phoenix from the ashes and we can work together to create an environ- mentally sustainable future for our children and their children and numerous generations to come. My faith informs and reminds me, that though this may be impossible with myself personally, nothing is impossi- ble with our God. For it is the el shaddai who created this earth as a garden for all of us to enjoy as a community of love. I look forward to your sharing with us your stories of renewal midst the ashes of the fire, that stripped many of us bare… Bare enough to see the light Rene & Pam within all. 26 Churchill & District News 16 July 2009 Childrens Corner Birthdayites Hi Girls and Boys This month we have a Word Search about winter, and also a picture for you to colour. hope you all enjoyed your school holidays.

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RETURN APPLICATION TO: THE SECRETARY PO BOX 110 CHURCHILL 3842 16 July 2009 Churchill & District News 27 Boolarra Bowls Club ChurChurchillchill TTennisennis ClubClub John Wyatt now in place for the new season. Morwell. As many volunteers as The 2008/2009 Pennant Bowls Important maintenance is possible are requested to be there AnnualAnnual GGenereneralal MeetingMeeting season is well and truly over and underway with painting, repairs and any readers who see this notice Wednesday, 12th August 2009, 7.30pm for many their bowls are stored and/or pruning or replacement of please come and support this wor- away until around September shrubs burnt by the January bush- thy cause. at the Clubhouse when they will be brought out and fires. Rehabilitation of the greens Important Notice Everyone Welcome ~ Enquiries - 5122 1464 polished up for the 2009/2010 sea- affected by the fires is in the capa- While it is several months off New players welcome son. However, for some, bowling ble hands of Brian Mayer, our yet, advance notice is given that continues in the form of Apecial Greenkeeper, and a vote of thanks the Boolarra Bowls Club Opening Churchill Monash Golf Club Results...... and Triples days across the winter is extended to him for all his hard Day for the 2009/2010 season will MEN: Saturday 6/6/09 Stableford CCR Saturday 4/7/09 4BBB Stableford - 1st months. work. be held on Sunday 13 September, 67.: Winners: A Grade M Smith 43 pts. B Round Championships: Winners: D. Beyer/B The life of most clubs contin- Club News so put the date on your calendars. Grade G Hornsby 41 pts. C Grade G Blizzard Kearns 49 pts. R/up: P Smart/M Smart 44 pts. ues in preparation for the coming On 24th May the well know n Well that is it from me. If I 42 pts c/b. D Grade B Kearns 50 pts. DTL: J DTL: N Lugton/B Downie 42 pts, W Judkins/P season in the form of elections for ABC breakfast program, 'Australia have omitted any news please for- Jeffrey 42 pts, T Collins 40 pts, T Webb 40 pts, Shields 42 pts, D Scurlock/R Scurlock 42 pts, office bearers and committees at All-over', was broadcast from give me but my enemy, time, has C Waterman 39 pts, W Judkins 39 pts, P Junker T Webb/M Maselli 41 pts c/b. NTP: 3rd P the various AGM's. This is also Boolarra and involved the bowling again caught up with me. Maybe I 39 pts, C Flanigan 39 pts, P Ludlow 38 pts. Ludlow, 5th T Sterrick. the time when much needed main- club. It proved to be of great inter- need a time management course! NTP: 3rd P Ludlow. 5th K Hills. 12th T Webb. Sunday 5/7/09 Stableford. : Winner: N tenance is carried out. est. The Ladies Carpet Bowls My usual sign off is to keep 14th P Ludlow. Birdies: 3rd A Van Den Ham. Lugton 39 pts c/b. This is very much the case at Tournament is well underway with bowling until someone calls last 5th T Gabbett. Eagles: 2nd P Kearns. 11th G LADIES: Tuesday 9/6/09 Stroke - 2nd Spowart. Round Club Championships. Boolarra Bowls Club where annu- very good attendances and I am end, but at this time of year it is not Sunday 7/6/09 Stableford. : Winner: M Winners: A Grade V Verheyen 69. B Grade al meetings have been concluded informed that our ladies are in sec- so relevant. However, keep your Smart 40 pts. DTL: P Smart 38 pts. NTP: 3rd J Beck 75. DTL: D Scurlock 72, Y Wotton 73, and office bearers elected. The ond place with a great chance of bowls polished because the new D Taylor. 14th L Stein. E D`Alterio 76. NTP: 5/14th (33-45) M Men's President is Barry McLean being a finals contender. bowling season will be here before Saturday 13/6/09 Par CCR 67.: Winners: A Munckton. and the Ladies President is Val A sausage sizzle will be held on you realise. Grade M Smith +6. B Grade A Percy +3. C Sunday 14/6/09 Stableford. : Winner: H McLean. Their committees are 26th July outside Bunnings in Grade A Van Den Ham +4 c/b. DTL: R Croft 34 pts. Ancilleri +4, W Judkins +3, A Sharrock +3, G Tuesday 16/6/09 Stroke - Final Round Club Fraser +2, J McCafferty +1 c/b. NTP: 5th B Championships: Day Winners: A Grade V Churchill Bowls Club Rowley. 12th G Spowart. 14th H Martin. Verheyen 67. B Grade J Beck 71. DTL: Y Sunday 14/6/09 Stableford: Winner: E Wotton 72, M McConville 73. NTP: 12th M The Churchill Bowls Club is Good crowds consisting of var- and sporting activity. Hayes-Hills 39 pts. DTL: D Taylor 38 pts. McConville. 5/14th (0-32) D Scurlock, (33-45) pleased to announce that Latrobe ious age groups are attending our So come along and enjoy a NTP: 12th B Barnes. 14th M Smart. M Munckton. CLUB CHAMPIONS: Scratch City has released its Southern carpet bowls on Thursday nights at sporting and social evening, and be 20/6/09. 4BBB Stableford:Winners: W D Scurlock 272. Handicap V Verheyen 209. Towns Outdoor Recreational Draft the Gaskin Park Hall. At the pres- an integral part of Churchill Bowls .Judkins(19)/A. Percy(25) 49pts. Runners Up: Runner Up Y Wotton 216. Plan, which has recommended that ent time we have a family consist- Clubs policy of enjoying the social P. Williams/A. Casey 46pts. DTL: M. 21/6/09: Winner: D.Judkins(33) 32pts. part of Gaskin Park Reserve be the ing of three generations participat- and sporting interaction that is part D'Alterio/B. Kilday 45pts. G. Blizzard/B. 23/6/09. Split 6: Winners: M. McDonald/V. Barnes 45pts. A. Sharrock/G. Hornsby 45pts. J. Verheyen 61. DTL: D. Judkins/D. Scurlock 63. venue for a lawn bowls facility in ing in the carpet bowls activities. and parcel of carpet bowls. Thornby/H. Martin 44pts c/b. NTP: 3rd T. J. Beck/E. Baker 64 1/2. NTP: 12th J. Blizzard. Churchill. There seems to be some mis- Anyone who is interested in Collins. 5th G. Hornsby. 12th T. Gabbett. 14th Tuesday 7/7/09 Stroke - Monthly Medal: The Churchill Bowls Club is conception that bowls is a game playing carpet bowls can contact N. Logton. Birdies: D. Beyer 3rd. G. Marshall Winners: Scratch D Scurlock 93. now preparing for negotiations for the oldies. This couldn't be fur- W. Brown on 51 221860, or V. 3rd. T. Gabbett 3rd. P. Smart 14th. Handicap/Medal J Leslie 72 c/b. DTL: Y with Latrobe City, as to when a ther from the truth as more of the Hargreaves on 51 221304, or turn 21/6/09. Stableford: Winner: M. Wotton 72, T Buxton 75, D Scurlock 79. NTP: time frame will be allocated to younger generation are now partic- up at Gaskin Park Hall by 7.15pm D'Alterio(36) 48pts. DTL: W. Judkins 40pts. 5/14th (33-45) S Cooke. Putts Y Wotton 26. bring this project to fruition. ipating in, and enjoying the social Thursday nights. NTP: 5th W. Judkins.

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Churchill Junior FC ~ Cougar Cubs We are already half way through our This decision has enabled C.J.F.C and 2009 season. Time flies when you are other clubs in our league to better fill having fun. It has been great to see a lot their teams and allow willing children to of new players and to have our current play the sport they love. players return to support their local club. Our 2009 season has also seen the The new season saw a change in introduction of Cougar Cubs. This is a coaching staff for all age groups. training session for children 5yrs and up Current coaches are: U10s who want to learn football but are too Coach: Peter Mason, Assistant: Cheryl young to play in the competition. The Mason, U12s Coach: Alan Yates, Cubs have a lot of fun and have learnt a Assistant: Rob Turpin, U14s Coach: lot of new ball skills. Training for Noel Hawkins, Assistant: Peter Allan, Cougar Cubs is Thursday nights 5pm- U16s Coach: Steve Mayer, Assistant: 6pm. The cost is $20 per child which Grubb Harvey includes a Cougar polo shirt. This year the league has made a If you are interested in joining change to the age limit for a player to Churchill Junior Football Club or have start playing in U10s. Seven year olds any other queries, you can call Cheryl Adam Wins Nationals in Netball can now play in the U10 competition. Mason on 51661 797 or 040 009 6754.

Churchill's Adam Curwood, was named player of the finals and October in readiness for the tourna- played Men's Netball in the U19 selected for the All Australian U19 ment. team for Victoria at the recent team. Adam developed an interest Pictured Above: Adam with his nationals during Easter. He was in Netball while studying at St. coach Grant who is also the named captain for the tournament. Pauls Anglican Grammar School in National President for Men's The team won the Grand Final Warragul. He tried out for the State Netball. against New South Wales. Adam, team last year and had been training who usually plays Goal Defence, in Melbourne every weekend since

Club stalwart Ian Sands (left) interviewed by club President Stephen Breheny Ben Teychenne receives replica trophies after he lost them about his memories of the 1970's and 80's. when his house was burnt down in the Boolarra Bushfires Churchill United Soccer Club 40th Anniversary Celebrations

The Churchill United Soccer Club celebrated Secretary Frank Johns (1972-73) provided an Second Division Best and Fairest player gave an 19th when the club plays Moe United at home. its fortieth anniversary with a Ball at the insight into the difficulties the club faced in its emotional speech which embodied what the club An afternoon tea and social get together will take Churchill Football Club social rooms. early years to remain financially viable. meant to him and how the support he received place at half time of the senior match with festiv- Speakers Ian Sands, Greg Huizer and Shane The highlight of the evening was when the from team mates helped him through a difficult ities continuing afterwards. McColl talked about the different eras of the club club presented Ben Teychenne with replica tro- time in his life. as a slide show presentation provided points of phies he had lost when his house was burned The club will also be holding a players and interest. An impromptu speech from former down in the Boolarra bushfires. The 2008 supporters match day reunion on Sunday July