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ABN: 58 129 541 706 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2011 ISSUE 34 Yackandandah Celebrates 150 Years 150th Anniversary for Township

February 18th 2011 is the 150th Anniversary of Brief History Overview - Editor Yackandandah being proclaimed a township. Records show that in 1846 a squatter named That proclamation, in 1861, occurred eight years David Reid was building a flour mill on the banks of after the discovery of gold which gave rise a few months Yackandandah Creek. During the process of building the later to the village of Yackandandah. waterwheel race and using the clay for bricks, some of Reid’s employees noticed a gleam of gold. In an attempt Four years prior to proclamation the first land to discourage them, Reid reportedly stated “There is no sales were held, the township survey having been com- gold in this colony or this part of the world.” pleted during 1856, and in 1857 brick and stone buildings After the first recorded discovery of gold in April began to appear beside wooden ones. 1852, Yack and other smaller surrounding communities boomed. Smaller communities between Beechworth and The Post and Telegraph Office which opened on Yackandandah appeared and grew in population during February 2nd 1861 where the old Post Office building the gold rush. Twist Creek, Yackandandah Junction and stands today, was a little wooden “dog kennel”. Allan’s Flat all had large communities and evidence of these communities and buildings located there are still To much excitement telegraph master Mr. Henry visible today. Salkeld arrived in February 1861, a few days before the Yackandandah Junction, located five kilometres telegraph line from Beechworth transformed Yackandan- south-west of Yack on the then Yackandandah-Stanley dah from township dependant on mail transported by Road had a registered school from 1861 to 1891. At its millennia-old horse and wind-power, to one instantly in peak the community had a estimated population of 500 contact with eastern Australia (and eleven years later with people including a large contingency of Chinese miners. Asia and Europe) through electric communication. Australia’s first Australian-born Governor-general, It seems more than coincidence that these two Sir Isaac Isaacs, was born in Yackandandah in 1855. events occurred almost simultaneously. Although mail had been doing so since the year Yackandandah’s By the time Yackandandah was surveyed in survey, perhaps the telegraph line couldn’t officially go 1856, it had already established itself as a significant nowhere, and on February 28th, ten days after Yack’s settlement, alongside Beechworth and the “Indigo Gold- proclamation, the Electric Telegraph Officer in Melbourne fields” of Rutherglen and Chiltern. Today, the township of was able to announce that telegraph communication had Yackandandah stands as testimony to those early gold been established with Yackandandah and the office was mining days. available to the public. The name Yackandandah is said to have come from two Aboriginal words meaning ‘rock’ and ‘water- by Colin Barnard hole’. Long ago, two rocks sat one on top of the other in what is now known as Yackandandah Creek.

Inside this issue.... Community Plan Meeting...... Page 3 “Summer Splash” Yack Pool...... Page 5 Folk Festival News...... Page 7 Australia Day Award Recipients...... Page 7 YBNH History..the story continues...... Page 16 Golf Club Centenary Celebrations...... Page 21 www.uniqueyackandandah.com.au From the Editors   Dear readers, welcome to the first issue for 2011.  Since the last issue we have received above average  rainfalls and extreme temperature variations.   Some days it was like winter and other days, in  late December and early January, we experienced humid  weather not unlike northern New South Wales and south-  ern Queensland.   Although nothing like the Queensland, Northern  New South Wales and Western Victoria floods, many  local properties were affected by the December deluge  and some houses along local creeks suffered minor flood damage. Check out Reg’s Rain Report to see how much rain fell in the Yackandandah area during 2010. This issue is jammed packed and due to the lower number of articles we have had to squeeze in all the advertisements that were booked in for this issue. REMEMBER: This is your community voice so if you have something to say, share or announce then by all means utilise what is available to you locally. Enjoy the read. Shayne & Jenn Willis

Yackandandah Lions Club SPECIAL MEETING YACKITY YAK

The Yackandandah Lions Club is calling a Yackity Yak is a free bimonthly publication aimed at providing special meeting for all interested community clubs and news, entertainment and information to the people of the persons to discuss Flood Disaster Relief. Yackandandah area.

Monday 31st January Yackity Yak is published by YCDCo (Yackity Yak) Pty Ltd. 7:00 p.m . 1100 copies of Yackity Yak are printed with each release and Senior Citizens Hall, Yackandandah a minimum of 900 copies are distributed free to homes in the Yackandandah and surrounding area via Australia Post. WHAT CAN WE DO AS A COMMUNITY? Editors / Advertising / Printing / Accounts All funds will go to the Lions Club District Go- S. & J. Willis vener Appeal and then go direct to the Queensland Flood Att: Yackity Yak Relief Appeal. 57 Isaacs Ave, Yackandandah, Vic. 3749 Ph: 0260 271119 To kick off the fund raiser the Yackandandah Lions Club E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.uniqueyackandandah.com.au have donated $1000.00 Yackity Yak wishes to advise that the views and or remarks For more information about the meeting or the appeal expressed in this publication are not necessarily the views of please contact the Yack Lions Club on 0418122921. Yackity Yak editorial or production staff and no endorsement or service is implied by the listing of advertisers or contributors. We aim to raise as much money as possible and Although every effort is taken in reproducing and printing will be mentioning the meeting every chance we have. advertisements correctly, we take no responsibility for errors.

All FUNDS RAISED WILL BE CHANNELED Yackity Yak 2011 THROUGH YOUR LOCAL LIONS CLUB DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE: Editor’s Note: If you didn’t make it to the meeting and you MONDAY 14th March 6:00pm want to help or donate, contact any member of the YLC or drop in and see John Dale at the butchers or phone Please Note: All new advertisements or alterations to current the YLC on the number below. ads must be submitted one business week (5days) before the deadline. As per media law requirements no ads can be printed Phone: 0418 122 921 without a current, completed and signed booking slip. 2 Arts Yackandandah presents the Decision Time Nearing for “OVER THE FENCE“ Yackandandah Community Plan Short Film Festival

The Community Plan for Yackandandah is near- Saturday 19th of February ing an exciting phase with a Meeting to finalise priorities Starting 7:30p.m at the Yackandandah Hall this set down for 7pm, Wednesday 9 February at Yackandan- hilarious line up of short films from around the globe are dah Sports Park. guaranteed to give you a good laugh. Indigo Shire Community Strengthening Project Based in Western Australia the “Over The fence” Officers will share the visions gathered since the com- festival exhibits new films and provides an inspiring mencement of the consultation phase of the Yackan- environment for audience and filmmakers. They will bring dandah Community Strengthening Project which began laughter and joy to people. around July 2010. This upcoming meeting is the re- scheduled version of the December meeting that was Tickets will be on sale at the postponed due to wet weather. Yackandandah Newsagency

Team Leader Community Strengthening and Recreation Chris Westwood has been very impressed with the quality of suggestions and engagement from the ackandandah local community. Y air “A vast array of ideas and visions have come Htudio through to date from the Yackandandah community, S including better co-ordination of walking and cycling trails around Yackandandah and outlying areas, a Winter Fes- 02-60271955 tival, improved access to tip for disposal of green waste and more social activities for local youth to name just a few,” said Mr Westwood.

“We encourage all residents to come along and 9 High St, Yackandandah Vic 3749 have their input into the Yackandandah Community Plan. This will give the Yackandandah community the op- portunity to prioritise the key ideas. Our project officers Scott and Megan will then work alongside project working parties to get them up and running with the view to them Indigo Shire Council becoming self-sustaining.” Township Protection Plan If you are unable to come along on Wednesday Public Comment evening, but would like to have input to the Yackandan- dah Community Plan, contact: Indigo Shire’s Community The Country Fire Authority, in conjunction with Strengthening Project Officers Scott Landells or Megan Council, is preparing Township Protection Plans (TPP) for Randall directly on 6028 1147. various localities within the municipality. Alternatively you can email: Megan - [email protected] These plans are to be developed in 3 parts, Scott - [email protected] Part 1, Community Information, Part 2 Township Planning and Part 3 Fire Prevention.

The Draft of Part 1, for Beechworth, Stanley, Chiltern, Yackandandah and Allans Flat is now available of public comment and residents are encouraged to view this and if they wish to make comment they can do so, in writing, to Mark Greene at the Indigo Shire Council.

Copies of each plan are available on Council’s web site www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au and at the Shire Of- fice in Beechworth and Yackandandah.

Comments will be received, in writing, up to Monday 14th February 2011.

Marke Greene Indigo Shire Council

3 Local Teen Has a Running Future

Young fifteen year old James Ellis, from Os- borne’s Flat, is building a strong future in athletics.

Running middle distance races, including 800m, 1500m, 3000m and cross country events, James’ recent efforts at the State and National All School Champion- ships have landed him a place in a squad of nine elite junior athletes who have been chosen to represent Aus- tralia in Europe and the United Kingdom early in 2011. For all your home

After being selected by Olympic Coach, Mr. Nev- construction ille Sillitoe, James will be running in ten championship requirements competitions over a seven week period across Europe and the U.K.

Having consistently qualified for state level cham- • New Work pionships since he started athletics, some of his more • Extensions & Renovations recent successes have been silver medals at Victorian • Decks & Pergolas Athletic Championships in 800m and 1500m (Feb 2010), • Period Restorations a silver medal in 800m at the Victorian State All Schools Championships (Nov 2010) and a silver medal in 800m at the Australian/New Zealand All Schools Championships HIA & Indigo Shire Award Winning Builder in December 2010. For Classical Quality see Classical Constructions . James also won the gold medal for the U16 age Phone Dan Carberry on group of Nail Can Hill Race (May 2010) and came in 11th 0427271647 or 60271647 overall, amongst the initial field of elite marathon and long distance runners. Builders Reg. No. DB-U 22205 He is passionate about his running and has always worked towards furthering his national and inter- If anyone would like further information regarding national competitions. As a step towards this, James is James, or are interested in sponsoring him for Interna- really excited to have been chosen to represent Australia tional Competitions, please feel free to contact Sue Ellis internationally. via email at [email protected]

As a Year 11 student at Victory Lutheran College, The squad of nine elite junior athletes departs it will be a big year for James, balancing his running ca- Australia on May 22nd and will return mid-July. reer with his studies. However James is grateful to have so much support from his family, friends, teachers and the Wodonga Athletics Club, where he has been training since he was eight years old.

Until now, Mum & Dad (Sue & Will Ellis) have been James’ main sponsors. But with International com- petitions now on the agenda, James and his family will be seeking community sponsorship as well.

* Post & Wire. Permanent Electric * Stock Yards. Dog Runs. Chook Runs * Post & Rail Feature Fencing * Entrances * Residential: Timber. Colourbond James proudly displays one of his Silver Medals McCRACKEN FENCING from his success in 2010 Geoff Mac (02) 6027 1654 www.mccrackenfencing.com.au Congratulations James and all the best in Europe 4 The dates for these events are: Summer Splash · Chiltern Pool, 19th January 2011 at Indigo Pools · Yackandandah Pool, Thursday 3rd February · Rutherglen Pool, 9th February 2011 An exciting program of games, music and films · Beechworth Pool, 23rd February 2011 for the whole family will be held at Indigo Shire’s pools throughout January and February. Members of the community are encouraged to give direction and input into the activities and programs The Beechworth Pool kicked off the party on Fri- available to young people in the shire. day 14th January with an open microphone and then the “We are always interested in hearing what screening of the Australian family film Razzle Dazzle. Everyone is invited to bring an instrument or poetry to people, especially young people, have to say about the share, or to just come along and listen and watch. programs that we run and how young people can get involved” Indigo Shire Youth Development Officer Rutherglen Pool had its turn on Saturday 22nd Ms. Walton said. January, screening Razzle Dazzle, then at Yackandandah Pool on Friday 28th January there was a screening of For further information please contact Indigo Tron. Shire Council’s Youth Development Officer, Annette At the Chiltern Pool on Friday 11th February and Walton on 02 6028 1133 or 0418 163 699. the Tangambalanga Pool on Friday 25th February, there will be a screening of Whale Rider.

Indigo Shire Youth Development Officer Annette Walton is encouraging families to bring picnics and enjoy an evening of entertainment. “It is a great op- Friday 11th February - “Gulliver’s Travels” portunity to spend time as a family, listen to some live Friday 25th February - “Tangled” music and see a wonderful family film (Parental Guidance Friday 4th March - “Life’s a Picnic. Yogi Bear” or General Rating)”. 7:00 p.m. Memorial Hall Cinema Throughout the summer games afternoons and other activities both in and out of the pool will be held Admission Prices: Adults $9.00, Child $6.00 and family at the shire pools, giving young people the opportunity to $25.00 (4 persons). enjoy and participate in some fun.

Making Victoria FireReady Know your trigger to act. And stick to it.

If you live in a high risk bushfire area, you need a Trigger to Act. And that trigger should be the Fire Danger Rating. • The Fire Danger Rating predicts how a fire will behave if one starts and how difficult it would be to put out, so you need to stay constantly aware of the rating throughout the fire season. • The trigger should be a part of a written Bushfire Survival Plan. CODE RED The Plan should be understood by everyone in your household and take account of different situations, like days when kids are at school. • If there’s a chance of a fire, listen to ABC or commercial radio for updates, and put your Bushfire Survival Plan into action. • If a Code Red is declared, the safest option is to leave the night before or early in the day. If you leave too late, you could die. Don’t wait to see what happens and don’t wait for someone else to tell you what to do. Decide now what you will do on fire risk days - it could save your life. For more information, call 1800 240 667 or go to www.cfa.vic.gov.au

For more information contact:1800 240 667 www.cfa.vic.gov.au 5 KIRBYS FLAT POTTERY New Mayor for Indigo Shire 225 Kirbys Flat Rd Yackandandah

The home studio and Prime lamb and sheep breeder from Indigo Val- gallery of the international ley, Cr. Ali Pockley, was elected unopposed at a Special award winning potter and Council Meeting in Yackandandah on 31st of November photographer last year as the Indigo Shire’s new Mayor.

The outgoing Mayor, Cr. Bernard Gaffney, was JOHN DERMER elected Deputy Mayor and both councillors will serve in these positions for twelve months. A unique local experience in a stunning setting. Cr. Pockley, who was elected to Council as a se- nior administration officer two years ago and was Deputy * Exhibition Pieces, Mayor this year, said it was a great privilege to serve her Porcelain tableware and community and the people of Indigo. cookware

“Although only being in Indigo for 10 years, I * Retrospective displays feel an abiding love for this area and know it to be a very special part of Australia and one that attracts very special * Photography displays people to it,” Cr. Pockley said. OPEN: 10.30am - 5pm “I have the advantage of having three previous weekends and most Mayors currently on Council – Cr. Graham, Cr. Issell and school holidays now Cr. Gaffney. All three have been generous to a fault or phone 02 60271416 with their advice and help during my time on Council and to arrange an I value this enormously. appointment. “It’s been a while since we have had a woman mayor but with 2010 being the Year of Women in Local www.johndermer.com.au Government I am very keen to look at how we encourage women into local government, as senior staff or council- lors.”

Cr. Pockley thanked her family, friends and men- “I had the privilege to be in Canberra in April tors for their support, and also Council staff. when Beechworth was named Australia’s tidiest town. What an achievement it was for the Shire when Ruther- “I sincerely thank the staff for their work. Coun- glen was named Victoria’s tidiest town. We wish them all cil is only as good as the sum of its parts and staff are the best in the national awards.” pivotal to good governance,” she said. “I have no doubt we will have a busy and testing year to come, with some Cr. Gaffney listed a number of Council achieve- significant issues to deal with and I am looking forward to ments during his year as Mayor including a decision on the challenge.” the Rutherglen truck deviation route, the opening of the Yackandandah Sports Stadium, $300,000 grant towards Outgoing Mayor Cr. Bernard Gaffney said he had an exciting year as Mayor. the Barnawartha multipurpose stadium, work on the Baarmutha Park sports stadium and the construction of “It began with a great deal of fear about fire the Stanley communications tower. and we came through unscathed,” Cr. Gaffney said. He praised staff for a completion rate of capital works that “We received $11.8 million in grants up to Oc- rose from 34% to 90% in the past financial year. The list tober this year. We have low debt and are in a sound includes 36 major projects, a record for the Shire, he financial position.” said.

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14th Annual Festival 25 - 27 March 2011

The artist selection is almost completed and we  CARPET  Massive range have an exciting lineup ready for the festival. There will  COMMERCIAL with a product to be the greatest range of young talent assembled at one FLOORING suit your budget festival, and do not let the ages fool you as their per-  LAMINATE No need to travel to town,  Installation by our formances are equal to if not better than some of our sea- team of  VINYLS simply give us a call and professionals soned campaigners.  TIMBER we will come measure up  40 years CARPET TILES experience on the We have a great range of quality overseas acts,  and deliver samples from border RUGS some favourite Aussie acts from previous years and oth-  our large range.  Locally owned VINYL TILES ers who will be new to Yackandandah although seasoned  It’s that easy!!!  Interest free terms campaigners from other festivals. available* ... and more! *Conditions apply . The Oily Girls from Scotland, Dark Horses, Call us now! Hayward William from USA, The Cottars from Canada, Ph: (02) 6040 2644 Anna Vriend also from Canada is back, along with other crowd favourites Tinpan Orange, Suede and The Go Set. Fax: (02) 6040 2528

Others confirmed include Lee Rosser, Inka Marka, The Or drop in and see the Stetson Family, The Twine, Blue Guru, Craig Werth USA, SOMMER’S team Kym Campbell, Fred Smith and Yackandandah’s own 338 Wagga Rd Peter Denahy and Richard Perso, along with a host of others. Lavington

A new feature this year will be a talent showcase www.sommerscarpets.com.au called “Yackoustik” for performers trying to break out and there will be heats leading up to the festival with the heat Indigo’s Australia Day winners playing off in The Shed on Saturday for some great prizes and a place on the main program for next Award Recipients years festival. Indigo Shire Council was very proud to announce the recipients of Indigo Shire’s Australia Day Awards. The web site is being updated and all forms The award recipients are all members of Indigo Shire, should be available for download over the next few days. who work tirelessly just because they love to help others.

Don’t forget to mark the dates 25th to 27th March Indigo Shire Mayor Cr. Ali Pockley said that we ready for this years festival. are lucky to have so many wonderful community minded people in the shire. “I often wonder where we would be Phone: 02 6026 9220 without so many of these people, who put so much of Email: [email protected] their own time into helping others” Cr. Pockley said. Post: PO Box 69, Yackandandah Vic 3749 Web: http://www.folkfestival.yackandandah.com/ “It makes me proud to be an Indigo Shire resi- dent when I look at the award winners, and realise how many truly special people we have living and working in our towns and communities. These people really deserve recognition for the tireless work they do for so many oth- ers.” “Australia Day gives us a chance to recognise how lucky we are, not only in Indigo Shire, but in Austra- lia. All of the award recipients have made an outstanding contribution to their community, and this gives the com- munity a chance to recognise and thank them for all their hard work. Congratulations to all our winners” Cr. Pockley said. The awards were presented at celebrations around Indigo Shire on Wednesday January 26 2011. There was a Flag Raising and Flag Lowering Ceremo- nies, Australian Citizenship Ceremonies and entertain- ment for the whole family...... Continued on page 11 7 ...courses in permaculture/rural operations/ Yackandandah Community home sustainability/horticulture/customer service opera- Education Network tions/fitness and healthy living, women returning to work skills, permaculture design, ladies DIY, ladies towing and reversing, chain saw operation, chemical handling, bike servicing, water colour painting, soap making, crochet, HAPPY NEW YEAR knitting, felting, making home movies, scrapbooking, Our new year Term 1 Programme will be avail- digital photo albums, crafters market held 3rd Sunday able in February and will contain a varied programme of every month, first aid, holistic counselling, fishing, of activities and courses to start this new off. Due to the stargazing, making coffee, first aid, responsible service expense of posting out our programmes with the postal of alcohol, zumba, yoga, boat licence, guitar, computers service, coupled with our experience of people not having for seniors, philosophy, scrapbooking, creating digital received them from the postal service, we will have these photo albums, sustainable gardening, small farm skills, available for anyone to pick up from a variety of business- computer skills for older people, art/craft courses, digital es in town as well as the Centre. If you would like us to photography, bike rides, aquarobics, yoga, basic wood- send one we will be only too happy to do this and all you work, children’s activities, evening fitness classes, health have to do is ring. We will also be advertising in Yackity and hygiene courses, men’s mental health issues, guitar Yack and Border Mail all the courses we have so keep an for beginners, historical walks and more. eye out for anything that may interest you. We look forward to seeing you. As many will know our courses and sessions run I would like to take this opportunity to thank on a ‘pay in advance’ system, we have to maintain this Cheryl Boyce, who left us at the end of December, for all as Tutors will not commit their time or skills on a ‘pay as her hard work and wish her well in the future. I would also you go’ basis. Unfortunately we will have to insist that al like to thank everyone for their help and continued sup- courses will have to be booked and paid for in advance port during 2010 and hope we will be able to build on our as this is the only way we can attract and retain the ser- past success for 2011. vices of Tutors, this also helps promote commitment from those attending. Judy Davis, Manager. This year we will be running courses which will For further information please give us a call (02) involve; 60271743 or drop in 29 High Street, Yackandandah. Cooking for men, master chef for children, introduction...

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8 ROWDY FLAT TRACK ASSOCIATION INC.

PRESS RELEASE PETITION FOR ROWDY FLAT TRACK Demand exceeds supply YACKANDANDAH TO OSBORNES FLAT With the festive season over and the warmer months upon us there is increased activity in the market place. More buyers are out and The Rowdy Flat Track Association Inc presented a about looking for properties which suit their specific needs. This is petition at the Indigo Shire Council meeting on Tuesday 14th not something new but rather a pattern we see every year. December, 2010, with 432 signatures obtained from local I am currently holding solid enquiry from several well qualified residents supporting construction of the Rowdy Flat Track. The buyers who are hoping to secure the “right” property in the coming petition addressed to the Mayor and Councilors of the Shire months. Some of these buyers are looking specifically for lifestyle said: properties (anything between 2 & 20 acres) whilst others have a strong preference for homes within walking distance to the main “I/we, the undersigned, support and urge the expedi- street and in particular the primary school. tion of the construction of the shared walking/bicycle track and adjacent horse trail from Church Street, Yackandandah to If you’ve recently been thinking about selling your property and Osborne’s Flat Road, as set out in the attached aerial photos 1 would like to discreetly explore the possibility of selling without a full marketing campaign please give me a call. This one phone call and 2 prepared by the Indigo Shire Council. The track will be may result in you achieving a premium price for your home. of particular value by providing a safe recreational resource for Regards Lauren May 0427 445 144 the elderly, young children, family groups and visitors/tourists. It also provides a safe link for the Osborne’s Flat community with Yackandandah, and will fit in with the overall Indigo Shire bike plan”. The track will follow the Yackandandah creek and through the historic Rowdy Flat for a distance of almost 5km.

During 2009 Indigo Shire prepared a number of draft plans and costing of the project, the last one dated Novem- ber 2009. In a letter attached to the Petition the Association urged the Council to give the construction of the track high priority, and to actively solicit funding from State and Federal sources. The letter pointed out that the petition indicated that the track had widespread community support, and that it will be an extremely valuable recreational resource for the Yackan- dandah community. Pictured below is a plan prepared by Indigo Shire. The route of the track is the thin grey line with the squares Noelene Young, along the side. President of Rowdy Flat Track Association Inc. Phone 02 6027 0607 A more comprehensive map and costs can be viewed at the [email protected] Indigo Shire Office in Yackandandah

9 Fire Brigade News

Despite our ‘green summer’, the risk of fire is now starting to increase. Grass growth, in particular, has been exceptional due to the heavy and frequent rainfall in Spring and early Summer. Although many areas of grass remain green, they will still burn. As they dry off, the intensity of any fire will increase, so by late Summer, if we have had minimal rain, the chance of a fast moving grass fire will become a constant threat. Fire restrictions have been in place since Mon- day 20th December 2010, so any burning off is now strictly forbidden without a Shire permit. Camp fires and barbecues may still be lit subject to stringent conditions, except on Total Fire Ban days when all fires are banned as implied by the title. The Fire Restrictions will remain in force until 1 May 2011. Further details can be found in CFA’s ‘Can I or Can’t I’ brochure available at www.cfa.vic.gov.au or by phoning the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (VBIL) 1800 240 667. Although burning off now requires a permit, other fire safety measures can still be taken. These could in- clude cleaning guttering, checking fire equipment, having adequate fuel on hand, trimming trees in drive-ways to al- low a tanker to enter should this be necessary, and going over your fire-plan. UNDERSTAND YOUR BUSHFIRE RISK Despite all the still-green grass, any infringe- ments of fire-lighting regulations will be dealt with severe- • During the Fire Danger Period, a permit is required ly by the police and CFA. to burn-off grass, undergrowth or weeds. This permit is issued by the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer. Should a wildfire approach your place, please • Lighting a fire in the open without a permit is an of- remember to dress appropriately if you plan to stay and fence and can bring a penalty of up to $5,500 or defend. Singlet and thongs are NOT safe to wear in such 12 months’ imprisonment. circumstances. Cover as much skin as possible with • CFA’s ‘On the Land: Agricultural Fire Management non-synthetic clothing and wear sturdy leather footwear. Guidelines’ provides practical fire management advice for people living and working on rural properties and is Township Protection Plan particularly useful to those new to farming. To view and/or The final draft of Yackandandah’s Township download the guidelines, go to www.cfa.vic.gov.au Protection Plan (TPP) is now available on Indigo Shire’s web site www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au as well as at the Yackandandah and surrounding areas have been Yack Shire office for public viewing. The Shire is seeking assessed as having an EXTREME wildfire risk. This comment on this from the public up to February 13th. assessment takes into account factors such as the local terrain, vegetation, access in and out of the township and wildfire history. The Household Bushfire Self-assessment Tool is available to help individuals assess the wildfire risk on their own properties. Please note that areas outside the township may be at equal or higher risk from wildfire. You may not always receive an official warning about a wildfire. Do not expect a fire truck at your proper- ty. Your survival is your responsibility, so BE PREPARED. Essential Numbers Reporting Fires 000 Victorian Bushfire Information Line 1800 240 667 Burn-off Notification 1800 668 51 CFA Web Site www.cfa.vic.gov.au 10 Australia Day Award Recipients Beechworth and District Certificate of Achievement: ...... continued from page 7. Mr. Graeme Smart of Beechworth. Graeme has been actively involved in the Beechworth Lions Club, as well as The 2011 Award Recipients are: other community groups, and is a very proud Beechworth resident. Citizen of the Year: Mrs. Patricia O’Connor of Chiltern. Pat has an active but humble community spirit. Before Chiltern and District Certificate of Achievement: retirement, Pat worked as a teacher and in child welfare, Mr. Charles Summerfield of Chiltern. Charles was an in- and has been involved in many charities in the Chiltern augural member of the Chiltern Lions Club and has been area. involved with a number of community groups. (Charles’ daughter – Debbie Summerfield will be accept- Young Citizen of the Year: Mr. Tyson Knight from the ing the award on behalf of Charles) Indigo Valley has risen quickly to be the best in his field, winning a silver medal in the World Skills competition for Kiewa – Tangambalanga Certificate of Achievement: his trade of plumbing. Mr. George Kelley & Mrs. Coral Kelley of Tangambal- anga have been active members of countless community Community Organisation of the Year: The Rotary Club groups and are always wiling to help out of Rutherglen is always supporting local groups either financially or with voluntary labour. Not only does it sup- Rutherglen and District Certificate of Achievement: port local groups, but national and international groups as Mr. Stephen Ronnfeldt of Rutherglen. Stephen is an in- well. spirational community leader, who has been involved in a number of community groups and fundraising efforts. Emma George Junior Sporting Scholarship: Mr. Mi- chael Menzie of Beechworth. Michael is an exceptional Yackandandah and District Certificate of Achieve- hockey player who has represented his region and will ment: Mr. James Trenery of Yackandandah. James is represent Australia in 2011. involved with a number of sporting clubs in the area, as well as the Yackandandah Lions Club. See next page for Barnawartha and District Certificate of Achievement: more information on James’ achievments. Mr. William Simmons of Barnawartha. William volunteers for many sporting groups in the area and is involved in Congratulations to all Award Recipients for 2011 almost every event sporting event around Barnawartha. Read about the recipients on page 12.

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Mrs. Patricia O’Connor, 82 year old resident of Mr. Tyson Knight, 23 year old from Indigo Valley, Chiltern, is the 2011 ISC Citizen of the Year for 2011. completed his VCE in 2005 and then a Plumbing Appren- Born in Sydney, Mrs. O’Connor has retired from ticeship through Wodonga TAFE. working with children and hold two degrees in Child Psy- cology and Primary & Secondary Teaching. Tyson had all intentions of attending university to study Agronomy after completing his VCE. However, dur- Mrs. O‘Connor’s tireless dedication to others ing year twelve, the opportunity arose for Tyson to carry forms the backbone of that “Community Spirit” so often - out two weeks work experience with a plumbing firm from taken for granted. Generous and humble in her contri Wodonga. From that time onwards his main aim was to butions, Pat has lived a life of commitment, loyalty and be the best plumber he could be. selflessness in the face of great personal hardships that often goes unseen. Tyson started his Plumbing Apprenticeship in Her efforts have consistently changed the lives of 2006, straight after completing his VCE. The local TAFE young people, supported the afflicted and helped those saw his potential and suggested Tyson should compete in crisis. Pat has been a very dedicated and hard-worker in the World Skills Competition, to which he eagerly ac- for all of the community groups she is involved with. Prior cepted. to retirement Pat held various jobs in child welfare and teaching. Pat joined the Scout Association as Cub Leader To represent Australia in the World Skills Compe- some forty years ago and has risen to be District Com- tition you must first win at Regional and National Level, missioner. which Tyson achieved within the first two years. Tyson Pat is a long-standing and foundation member of also won the Victorians DUX Apprentice Plumber of the the following community groups: Year as a First Year Apprentice. · Chiltern Lions Club; Chiltern Senior Citizens; Chiltern Red Cross; Chiltern Tourism/Progress Assoc.; St. Vin- Once Tyson won the National competition in Syd- cent De Paul; Catholic Women’s League; Lake Anderson ney, his main focus was to represent Australia and win Improvement Group; Indigo Bike Trails Group; Chiltern/ the World Competition in Calgary, Canada in September Rutherglen Continuing Education; Australian Scouts and 2009. various Indigo Shire Committees...... Continued next page DaviD PhilliPs 0417 656 703 Your friendly local mechanic Servicing Yackandandah and surrounding areas all MOTOR vEhiClE sERviCiNG & REPaiRs

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12 Yackandandah and District CRYSTALS INCENSE Certificate of Achievement 2011 Rainbow CANDLES Award Winner - James Trenery CLOTHING Crystal JEWELLERY James was nominated for the Australia Day PLUS SIZE CLOTHING Achievement Award for the endless commitment of as- AND MORE...... sistance he provides within the local community. Visit our online shop at www.rainbowcrystal.com.au James is an active member in the Yackandan- dah Sports Park Committee of Management, a past Vice 02 60270 774 President of the Yackandandah Cricket Club and not to Open Wednesday - Monday, 10am - 4.30pm mention his involvement in the Yackandandah Lions Club High St, Yackandandah that he tirelessly contributes to fundraising events, catering, markets and the community Christmas Party. Tyson competed against the “Best of the Best” James is also a Zone Chairman from over fifty countries, and came home with a Silver for the Lions Club. Medal for Australia. This is the best result an Australian The Yackandandah plumber has achieved at an International level. community is truly proud of James and thanks him for his Tyson is now volunteering his time working with contributions and congratulate the local communities and TAFE’s in the region and him on the award. helping other apprentice plumbers who hope to be World Number One in their Trade.

We all should be proud of this young Australian from Indigo Valley for achieving his personal goals, but also showing the world how great our Australian appren- tices can be.

Tyson in 2009 YACKANDANDAH TOY LIBRARY Yack has a terrific toy library located in the YCEN garden And is open every Saturday morning Come along between 10am and 11am, Kids and parents always very welcome!

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Yackandandah’s Community Website

Check the online calendar to find out what is on in Yackandandah….meetings, events, groups. As a community website you may add events, photos, video links, and there is room to list your group’s news, start a blog or discussion on any topic you wish.

There is a market place where you can list items for sale or wanted for free. http://yackandandah.ning.com 14

The hotel was sometimes called “Old Davey’s” Yackandandah & District as David Robinson was familiarly known. The hotel was often the venue for local meetings, political meetings, and Historical Society even magisterial enquiries into the deaths of several local identities. In 1894 the hotel was the location for a ban- quet for the Premier of Victoria who opened the Staghorn Claim Pneumatic Dredging Plant owned by Mr. J. A. Wal- Exhibitions lace. In conjunction with the opening of the new Yacka- Following on from the Robinson’s there were ndandah Primary School extensions, in November the several licensees of the Albion Hotel, such as William Museum opened an exhibition titled “Rewind” based on Hempenstall, Owen Craven, G. H. Ellis and George Par- the history of the school, from its inception to now. don. It is believed people by the name of Stangers were This exhibition is running throughout the School the last to hold the licence when it was burnt down about Holidays until the end of February so don’t miss out on 1927. bringing the kids in for a look. A special delight is the con- There was at least one shop alongside the tinual showing of the 2009 Ned Kelly and Sir Isaac Isaacs Albion, believed to be a general store which was run by films made by the school. David Robinson. It was later used by a boot maker. Other exciting displays planned for 2011 include This information was researched by Elizabeth the stories of two local anniversaries - the Golf Club, celebrating 100 years, and Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bowran and April Padbury for the Yackandandah Mu- seum. celebrating 150 years since the first services in the cur- rent church. Anyone wishing to add to these displays, please contact us early in the New Year so we may add those Local Family Histories items to our plans. We welcome temporary loans, copies If anyone has any Family History Publications of photographs and documents, or donations of items rel- they would like to donate to the Yackandandah Museum, evant to these displays. Please contact us during operat- we would be thrilled to hold them in the collection for ing hours Wed-Sun 11:00am – 4:00pm on 02 6027 0627 future generations. or [email protected] Solar Generation Albion Hotel – Allan’s Flat The Museum is currently generating 7.23 kWh/ The first recorded information about the Albion day as a result of some sunnier weather, with an average Hotel, Allan’s Flat was 1862. Mr. David Robinson was for 2010 of 6.15 kWh/day. This equates to approximately then the licensee of the establishment and continued until 4.1 kWh/day for a 1 kW system. his death in September 1894 when his wife took over the For anyone considering a Photovoltaic solar licence. The freehold continued in the Robinson name system for their business or residence in Yackandandah, until Anne’s death in 1909. please contact us for generation data specific to our area to assist in your calculations and decisions.

Museum Blog You can always visit us and make a comment at http://yackandandahmuseum.wordpress.com

Museum Products The Yackandandah Museum fund-raises by sell- ing a popular range of jams, crafts, 2nd hand books and historic publications including Yackandandah Stories.

We have regular clientele who both buy and According to a “Yackandandah Times” newspa- donate books. Anyone wishing to reduce their library of per report in 1896, the hotel was moved from “Gard’s good-quality used books would be assisting us greatly present lease” which is most likely west of the Robinson - and making sure that we all enjoy a good read. Bring site. them in to the museum any day Wed-Sunday 11:00am till Over the years the hotel had its repairs and 4:00pm. renovations. One such major building project was in 1896 We also have very valuable and able Research- when it was proposed to move a row of bedrooms at the ers who can provide family histories from our archives. If rear of the premises and build three new bedrooms and you are interested in utilising this service please call 02 a parlour. Overall the new structure would have been 47 6027 0627 or email [email protected] feet in length and 14 feet wide. It is interesting to note that the architect for this work was F.G. Richardson, the Please remember we will be open every day of the son of well known Allan’s Flat identity, Henry Richardson. school holidays.

15 Yackandandah Bush By April more works were in the pipeline – glaz- ing of the verandah, construction of an ironing room and Nursing Hospital nursery, and conversion of the nurses’ room into a ward. In September the August decision to hold an opening History from celebration in October was confirmed, although the cer- 1920’s to 2006 emony was apparently delayed, it being reported in April 1941 that the new staff quarters were then opened by Sir James Barrett. Wartime restrictions were no barrier to Compiled by hospital development, it seems, since further expansion Colin Barnard was considered – including in concession to the war early in 1942 the digging of split trenches. Continued from Issue 33 Page 18. Late in 1939, soon after the outbreak of war, re- sentment was expressed at a special meeting over a Bill Chapter 3 continued from 3.4 Hospital Additions. to bring hospitals under government control. But building continued. Addition of two new rooms and a verandah In December that year (1937) the committee were discussed in May 1941, and the July meeting re- decided to have a membership drive, and at the Yackan- solved that extension of staff quarters be recommended dandah Bush Nursing Hospital meeting of March 1938 a to the District Council, and in January 1942 tenders for decision was taken to recommend to the District Coun- that project were finalised. A modern nursery would be cil that a mortuary be built in the hospital grounds. An added, it was decided in April of that year, and that was October decision to apply for a loan for extensions was opened on December 5 1942. Their next improvement reversed next month and the proposed additions again would be a refrigerator, determined the committee at the deferred. start of 1943. Not until early 1939 did the District Council give the go-ahead for hospital expansion – separate brick In the meantime the electric light plant was dis- veneer quarters for the staff, with the old ones to become posed of by early 1940 after Yackandandah celebrated its connection to the State Electricity Commission supply the a nursery, at a total estimated cost of ₤500 to ₤600. Ten- ders were called in November. In January 1940 a tender previous December, and near the end of that year Mr. W. for construction of a chapel was accepted, and the follow- A. Graetz offered to supply, free of charge, a wireless set ing month for new staff quarters. with headphones for 12-14 patients.

16 Contributing to rising costs was a new wages award for nurses, and in February 1943 the committee recommended that the matter of increasing charges as suggested by Central Council be held over until May

About the beginning of March 1944 Sister Graham was appointed, and over the next 12 months or more funds accumulated in support of projected addi- tions. Late in March a ₤100 grant was received for that purpose and on September 22nd. the hospital’s annual nurses’ ball with Jamison’s Band was ‘quite successful’. Some weeks later it was disclosed that a ₤25 legacy was left to the hospital by Ellen Irons, and in April 1945 ₤300 was received from State Treasury for the purchase of equipment, furniture and fittings, and for additions and Local efforts, including those of children, helped alterations. keep the hospital afloat, for instance in October 1941 ...... Continued next issue 18½ dozen eggs were collected during a Yackandandah State School appeal, and a year later a children’s concert at the Shire Hall raised ₤30.

3.5 Community Response and Government Assis- tance Increasing membership continued its momentum into 1943 at Yackandandah, but in March, a few months after opposing the federal government’s proposal to na- tionalise the medical profession and replace many bush nursing hospitals with consultancy rooms as a measure to address the problem of war-time doctor shortages, Sir James Barrett circularised the local body advising that the Association and its hospitals were in danger of being ‘interfered with’ by the government.

Along lines recommended in a report issued in December 1941 by the National Health and Medical Re- search Council bush nursing hospitals would be replaced by small ‘A class centres’ which were centrally organised PAUL & SHIRLEY BROWN and offered no provision for midwifery, surgery or other in-patients. Immediately the committee responded, recommending at its meeting of March 19 1943 that sug- gestions ‘as submitted’ by Sir James be carried out ‘to frustrate such a plan’ to ‘destroy’ bush nursing hospitals. CONCRETING It resolved to write to Yackandandah Shire Council draw- ing attention to the circular and requesting its support. SERVICES An advertisement placed in the News encour- aged people to join the Yackandandah Bush Nursing Hospital, and with some effect – 13 new members were enrolled that month, taking total membership to 398. On NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL April 2nd. the Yackandandah News promoted the hospi- tal’s benefits and its up-to-date equipment, and by late May membership was over 400. Correspondence tabled on April 16th included letters from Member for Indi the MOBILE Hon. J. W. McEwen and ‘the six senators’ and Yackan- dandah Shire Council offering strong support for retention 0458 115 368 of bush nursing hospitals.

Then, two meetings later, further correspondence from Mr. McEwen advised that the threat to bush nurs- ing hospitals had dissipated. Another growing concern [email protected] discussed by the committee at its meeting of November 1943 was public risk insurance and legal liability for un- successful treatment. BSA: 1140036

17 Flood Damaged Bridge Still Closed

The Yackandandah Creek Bridge on the Kiewa Valley Highway is still closed after it was severely dam- aged in the recent flash floods in early December last year. The bridge was closed on December 9th, clos- ing the Kiewa Valley Highway for the second time in less than twelve months. The pylons were knocked off centre and made unstable after debris was continuously washed into them and the creek bed was eroded around the base of the pylons. Reports of a 0.6km wide water front at the Yacka- Images showing bridge pylons and road surface. ndandah Creek bridge on Lindsay Rd, converged into a smaller area, due to the ground levels, and picked up more momentum and debris that was all pushed under and over the bridge on the Kiewa Valley Highway. The Kiewa Valley Highway and the bridge cross- ing the creek are the responsibility of VicRoads and it is believed the bridge will need to be replaced. As at the time of printing, no date had been set as to when repairs will commence.

Shire roads affected by the floods around Yack, including the Yackandandah-Wodonga Rd, Myrtleford Rd, Dederang Rd, Osborne’s Flat Rd, Garvey Rd, Sanato- rium Rd, Racecourse Rd and others are now repaired after extensive work was carried out. Road surfaces were washed away and bridges were covered in debris. Story and images by Shayne Willis

18 Harold Scholz. The Trust is saddened by the death of Harold Scholz who was a staunch worker for the cemetery over many years. Harold was a life member of the Trust and was responsible for the establishment of the rose garden which has been named in his honour. The condolences of the Trust are extended to his widow and family.

Border Trust. The culmination of the school’s project which emanated from a Border Trust grant, was an evening of presentations in Wodonga by recipients of grant funding. During this evening, Anna Hession, Vice Chair of the Cemetery Trust, spoke on the collaboration between the CEMETERY JOTTINGS students of the Yackandandah primary school and Senior Citizens, in producing a book on the interviews by the school-children with the older residents. Despite many frustrations and delays, the rotunda project is starting to take shape with the main This hard-cover book titled ‘Yackandandah, a frame now erected and the slab laid. The stone wall has Living History’, has aroused a great deal of interest and is also been constructed. able to be viewed at the Yackandandah museum. The Trust is greatly indebted to the Border Trust and its Many thanks are due to Greg Lingham and the sub-contractors for their input. manager Julie Perkins, for the grant, which has been put to very good use for the benefit of the community. Special appreciation is extended to Nelson Mc- Intosh for his generous contribution to the project. This is John McIntyre typical of Nelson’s generosity to Yackandandah projects over many years, and for which he has received very little thanks. The Trust will soon be able to start planning the opening ceremony as construction should move along quite well from now on. With the recent high rainfall and the subsequent ‘green summer’, mowing the growth at the cemetery has been a constant task, with some Trustees devoting a lot of time to maintain a neatness in the cemetery grounds. Many thanks go to Ian Jenkins and John Paull in this regard. The Trust is also indebted to Steve Pearce of Indigo Shire for promptly repairing the deep wash-a-ways by the gate in Cemetery Lane after the heavy rain-storm in early December. The track from this gate into the cem- etery has also eroded badly and is in need of repair. Open 7 days for your convenience OPEN 8AM - 7PM Visitors. Mon - Fri 8.00 am7 DAYS- 7.00 pm A WEEK Sat 8.00 am - 5.00 pm It is interesting to see how many visitors wander Sun 9.00 am - 5.00 pm over the cemetery from time to time. This is an indication of the importance of the facility to the wider community and emphasises the need to maintain its tidiness and Grocery, Liquor, Fresh Produce, Quality Meat safety aspects. The coinage left in the donation box on & Gourmet Delicatessen the display board is also an indication of the interest Full range of Yackandandah Jams which so many people from local areas as well as from far afield, have in the history of the cemetery. and simmer sauces The tool-shed in the south-west corner is greatly appreciated by those Trustees who use it. The extra Foodworks Yackandandah space it provides, along with a solid work bench [thanks FoodWorks15a High Street, Yackandandah Yackandandah to the skills of Dan Carberry] and extra storage room in Tel: 0215 60271230,High Street, Yackandandah,Fax: 02 60271130 comparison with the old shed, make it a valued addition Tel: 02 6027 1230,Email: Fax: 02 6027 1130 to the cemetery. [email protected]: [email protected] 19 Supporting your journey to wellness

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Indigo Shire would like to hear from anyone who has an interest in how the roadside is used, particularly Ph: 6027 1233 land owners who have roadside frontage. John & Jenny would like to wish all their customers a The Roadside Management Plan aims to ensure HAPPY NEW YEAR. that consideration is given to the protection of native Specials plants and animals that occur on roadsides when under- $100.00 Meat Pack taking roadside management activities. Roast Beef or Lamb In June 1999 Indigo Shire Council was the first 8 Grilling Chops Council in North East Victoria to adopt a Roadside 4 Grilling Steaks Management Plan, which incorporated information from 1kg Mince Steak the Yackandandah Roadside Management Plan. This 1kg Diced Beef Plan was then updated in 2004. In this latest update, 1kg Sausages which was adopted by Council at the December 2010 1kg Patties meeting, the actions and policies have been reviewed to Spits & 1kg Sausage Meat reflect current environmental and social issues within the Coolrooms 2 Chicken Fillets Indigo community. Actions for the next 3 – 5 years have For Hire been prioritised so they can be managed in line with cur- SAVING OF 20% rent legislation and policies. off normal retail prices Bulk Specials Shay Simpson, Indigo Shire’s Team Leader of Sides of Beef $6.95/kg Natural Resources says that the plan is important to Sides of Pork $6.95/kg protecting areas of Indigo Shire that are under a lot of pressure from human activities. “Rural roadsides within the Shire have been assessed for their conservation On Farm Butchery value and attributed a value of high, medium or low. Over Enquires Please Phone 0437270734 the last 12 months resurveying and mapping of high con- servation roadsides has taken place to enable a compari- son with the original assessment, in preparation for this review” Miss Simpson said. “Council has also engaged interested land holders with roadside frontage as part of the Landholder Engagement Program to further inform the update the Roadside Management Plan.”

Submissions on the plan can be made either in writing or via consultation with Miss Simpson during January. The Roadside Management Plan is available to be viewed at Indigo Shire Council service centres and YackandandahTownshiphill Motel can be downloaded from the website, www.indigoshire. Myrtleford Road c527 vic.gov.au.

Fore more information or to be have a copy sent Country at its Best to you by post or email, or to arrange a time for a con- Call Gary Today sultation, please contact Shay Simpson 02 60281128 or on [email protected]. 02 6027 1467 www.yackandandahaccommodation.com.au 20 ***Attention all past and present golfers*** Magical Ceremonies… ……for your special day Yackandandah Golf Club Weddings, Baby Namings, Renewal of Vows Turns 100 in 2011!! Angela Bishop Civil Marriage Celebrant Keep the weekend of 9th and 10th of April Ph; 0416 171 488 2011 free for a weekend of centenary celebra- Email; [email protected] tions for Yackandandah Golf Club!!

Plans are well under way for a fun filled weekend of golf and celebrations as we recognize this important milestone in our Club’s history.

We hope that all current and past members will support this special event, catch up with old friends, play a round or two and enjoy this weekend. Transfers to and from Albury Airport & Rail Centenary Plans include; * A special centenary dinner is planned for Saturday night (April 9th) with fabulous food and great entertainment . Dennis & Pauline Cook Fax: (02) 60271075 * A historical display at the Yackandandah museum of history of the Yack Golf Club over the past 100 years

*A commemorative book on the interesting history of the Yack Golf Club over the past 100 years

* A weekend of golf tournaments with great prizes on offer

The book and a special centenary calendar can be purchased directly from the Yack Newsagency.

We also hope to get some expressions of interest for those who wish pre-book tickets for the centenary dinner on the Saturday 9th April by RSVP to Dallas Clavan (02 60271878) or Marian Barnard (02 60271324).

Please spread the word about our celebrations so that we can finalise plans for a very enjoyable centenary re-union celebration!!

330 Ben Valley Lane, Yackandandah, VIC 3749 [email protected] 21 News from Yackandandah Bush Nursing Hospital June Rogers E.N and our Gardener David Lanza with their awards. What’s Happening at Yackandandah Bush Nursing Hospital

Competition to launch our new web site! We have recently updated our web site. You can now access up-to-date information regarding our services by logging on to www.ybnh.com.au. Enter our competi- Activities & Lifestyle tion for the chance to win some great prizes! To go into the draw, simply log on to www.ybnh.com.au and answer Christmas Festivities the questions under the “Competition” section on the left Our residents were kept busy during December hand side of our Home page. Then click on to “Contact” with lots of activities based around Christmas. Our family and submit your answers. Three winners will be drawn night tea was well attended once again, with our Rickety on Friday 18th March and prize winners will be published Ramblers choir marking the occasion with some enter- in the next issue. tainment.

Awards for Excellence 2010 Thanking our Volunteers An initiative was introduced last year to recognize Our volunteers continue to make a difference the special contribution of staff members that go above here at YBNH and to recognise their efforts an afternoon and beyond the expectations of their roles here at YBNH. tea was held in early December at Java Café. 28 vol- This year’s awards have been presented to two of our unteers attended and shared stories and experiences employees who have shown dedication and qualities and were formally thanked by our Lifestyle Coordinator that set them apart - Judy Rogers, a Division 2 enrolled Leonie Bell. A special presentation was also made to nurse based in our High Care unit, and David Lanza our Gwenda Oakes, now a resident of Yamaroo Hostel, for gardener. Both Judy and David (pictured at right) were her ongoing role as a volunteer and pastoral care visitor presented with a certificate and gift to recognize their ef- at YBNH. Well done and thank you Gwenda – your care forts - congratulations to you both! and support is appreciated by many.

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Australian Refrigeration Council e | [email protected] Lic. No. AU05840 BPP/YY/HP/2011 safe. 92 Osbornes Flat Road Yackandandah Vic 3749 22 Most Outstanding New Project Nomination We were recently presented with a certificate to recognise our nomination in the Corrections Victoria “Community Work Partnership Award 2010”. This award for the Most Outstanding New Project - Step Back In Time was for our sensory and spiritual garden project. Back to School Sale Concert and Afternoon Tea Fundraiser for Flood Appeal Now On Our residents feel very connected to their com- munity and show a keen desire to be active members and as a result regularly participate in fundraising ap- Super Specials: peals for the less fortunate . On this occasion residents and staff have raised in excess of $800. Our thanks also to Bill Larsen, our entertainer on the day, who donated Display books 69c his fee towards the appeal. Lever arch files $2.25

Care of Residents Suffering Dementia 12 pack pencils 99c Continues to be a focus within our residential CD - CDR 10 pack $2.49 care facility and we have been fortunate to secure the A4 laminator $29.99 latest training package for volunteers and staff from Al- zheimer’s Australia- a leader in this field they provide op- portunities for individuals to develop their competencies Dymo label maker (including tapes) and provide programs that are considered best practice within the workplace. $39.95

Community Health Don’t forget - Podiatry, Physiotherapy and Webster’s dictionary $1.99 Pathology services continue to be offered at YBNH for members of the Yackandandah community. Referrals are not necessary unless claiming through Veteran’s Affairs. Ph: (02) 60271226 EPC Medicare referrals are accepted. For appointments or any enquiries please contact our Administration office on 02-6028 0100. Gray's Farm Friends 20+ years experience WEED CONTROL SPECIALISTS Funny Ha Ha WEED SPRAYING Sherry and Sylvia arrived in heaven together. PASTURE SEEDING/FERTILISING Sylvia asks Sherry. “How did you die?” MOWING & SLASHING Sherry replies. “I froze to death”. Sylvia says. “How horrible!” Sherry says. “It wasn’t so bad. After I quit shaking from the cold, I began to get warm and sleepy and finally died a peaceful death. What about you?” Sylvia replies. “I died of a massive heart attack. I sus- pected that my husband was cheating, so I came home early to catch him in the act. But instead, I found him all by himself in the den watching TV.” SPECIALISING IN: Boom Spraying Hand Spraying Sherry asks. “So, what happened?” Direct Drill Pasture Seeding Sylvia answers. “I was so sure there was another woman Small Allotment Mowing there somewhere that I started running all over the house looking. I ran up into the attic and searched and down into the basement. Then I went through every closet Anthony Gray 0438 598 068 and checked under all the beds. I kept this up until I had looked everywhere, and finally I became so exhausted or 02 6027 0606 all areas that I just keeled over with a heart attack and died. Sherry responds. “Too bad you didn’t look in the freezer, YACKANDANDAH we’d both still be alive.” Licence No. 415 ABN 19006 878 824 23 Foxy Ladies Beauty Salon Yackandandah Football and Netball Club For all your waxing, nails & body treatments. 2011 Senior training has commenced, now on every Monday and Wednesday from 6pm at the Football Oval. Call Robyn for an The Football Club’s 2011 Social Calendar has appointment on been decided and we are pleased to announce the 0407865788 following: 17 High St Yackandandah • 2 April 2011 Deb Ball • 9 April 2011 Slave/Players Auction • 14 May 2011 Music Trivia Night National Days of Recognition • 5 June 2011 Major Event (formerly known as the $10,000 draw) February 2011 • 24 September 2011 Presentation Night Tuesday 1st Heart Kids National Awareness Month We invite all members of the community to attend particular emphasis on Feb 14th our functions, get to know members of the club, players Wed 2nd World Wetlands Day and committee members and join in local activities. Thurs 3rd Chinese New Year For more information phone Jen Rockliff, Friday 4th World Cancer Day Secretary 0429 127429 Sat 5th Freefall for Wildlife (Wildlife Victoria) Monday 14th Valentine’s Day Friday 18th International Asperger’s Day MALLACOOTA Friday 25th National ‘ Sunnies ‘ for Sight Day Beach House For Rent Beach house for rent with views over Mallacoota Inlet. March 2011 * Spacious open plan house with polished floorboards * House plus self-contained cottage sleeps up to 12 * Large shaded deck with Gas BBQ and water views 1st - 31st National Epilepsy Awareness Month * Lovely shady cottage garden Tuesday 1st Business Clean Up Day * 25 metres to water's edge, jetties for fishing, boating etc. * 5 mins walk to town, with pub, restaurants, bakery etc. Friday 4th Schools Clean Up Day * Handy to various ocean/ inlet beaches and Sunday 6th Clean Up Australia Day * Mallacoota is adjacent to the Croajingalong NP with Tuesday 8th Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) many walking tracks * Exclusive use of private jetty Thurs 10th World Kidney Day * See "TANGARA" under Houses for Rental at: Children’s Vision Day www.mallacootaaccommodation.com 10th - 12th Worlds Greatest Shave Why not escape the mountains and head for the sea Monday 14th Labor Day - Victoria For more info, rates etc. call Therese on 6027 0528. 20th - 26th National Playgroup Week Monday 21st Harmony Day Wed 23rd Ride 2 School Day (Vic & National) Sat 26th Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness Earth Hour 8:30pm - 9:30pm Sunday 27th Neighbour Day 90 Years Young This Year! Thurs 31st Good Samaritan Day (Vic. Gov.) Plans are underway to hold a Ball in May to cel- ebrate our 90th Birthday. We hope this also proves to be http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/calendar a “magnificent function” as the opening ball of May 1921 was described in an article in the Yackandandah Times of that era. Stay tuned to the next issue for more information lliott xcavations E E and details regarding bookings. Excavator - BoBcat & tippEr For HirE or contracting Hire Me ! The Hall is available for general hire - a great DAM CONSTRUCTION, DE-SILTING & SEALING ~ STUMP & TREE REMOVALS ~ WATER CARTING size, location and popular venue for parties, family events, weddings etc. Our hire charge is $150. We also have a small meeting room available to community groups for a nominal charge. If you would like to take a HORSE ARENAS ~ DRIVEWAYS GRADED ~ GENERAL EARTHWORKS ~ TIP TRUCK & BOBCAT HIRE look please give us a call.

40+ YEArS All 0407 907 611 ExPErIENCE HOurS. IN All EArTH Please contact either Lisa on 60271808 or Andrea on NO JOB WOrKS TOO BIG Or 60271991 for further information. SMAll ron Elliott 24 PROUD SUPPLIERS OF Garden Supplies HORSE PRODUCTS fuel Straw Bales for the Garden or 25kg of Combo Chaff, Oaten Chaff, Animals Lucerne Chaff, Wheaten Chaff, Lympia & Sugar Cane Mulch mini bales Pellets, Horse Muesli and Pollard Lucerne Garden Mulch 25kg Gumnuts 20kg farm Dynamic Lifter Pasture Hay & Lucerne Hay Bales Cow and Animal Manure 007 2kg & 20kg Blocks Potting Mix Equine Block 16kg & Horse Wormers SUMMER TRADING HOURS Stockist of Apple Cider Vinegar 3Ltr Molasses 2.5kg Tub Monday to Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm Kleenheat Gas Now Available Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm 45kg Gas Bottles 15Ltr Apple Cider Vinegar Free delivery 20Ltr Tub Molasses Sunday 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, Wednesday . and Friday. Your Local Community Owned & Operated (ex. public holidays) FUEL - HARDWARE & PRODUCE Phone 02 60271901 Email: [email protected]

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Go around Australia without leaving Yack. Just drop into your Post Office for postal, banking, billpay- ing and communication services and a range of Australian gifts and books. • Didgeridoonas- unique oilskin/wool travel & lifestyle goods from Caloundra • Yackandandah Mugs from Byron Bay • Quality Australian adult and childrens books, Aust Post packs, discount books • BookSeats to read in comfort • More Australian bird prints and photo cards • New larger calico Yacksacks

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25 Yackandandah Playgroup is planning another fun filled year… When: Tuesday mornings 9 - 12 Where: Yackandandah Kindergarten Who: Children aged 0 - 5 Cost: $3 per session or $20 per term (per family) Each week activities are set up which allow children to explore, create, observe, interact and most importantly have fun. The first 2 sessions are free for new families. All families are welcome to come and join the fun!

Contact Georgia on 0419271837

REG’S RAIN REPORT “Little Girl” Causes Extreme December Much of Australia’s variable climate is affected by 2010 MM DAYS an atmospheric phenomenon called the Southern Oscilla- tion, a major see-saw of air pressure and rainfall patterns JAN 36.50 2 between the Australasian region and the eastern Pacific. FEB 90.00 8 The Southern Oscillation is measured by an index called MAR 126.50 5 the Southern Oscillation Index or S.O.I, which can also be related to specific changes in the temperature of the APR 58.00 9 underlying ocean, commonly referred to as El Niño and MAY 77.50 8 La Niña events. An event usually reaches its peak late in JUNE 61.25 8 the year before dissolving during the following year. JULY 109.25 11 La Niña (Lah-Nee-Nyah), meaning “Little Girl”, is AUG 127.00 15 the reasoning for the below average temperatures around the world in 2010. El Niño (El Nee-nyo) is the warming of SEP 114.00 10 water in the Pacific Ocean where as La Niña - (Lah Nee- OCT 195.00 13 Nyah) is the cooling of water in the Pacific. NOV 168.00 11 El Niño is believed to be caused by underwa- DEC 160.00 11 ter volcanoes in the Pacific Ocean and La Niña occurs roughly half as often as El Niño. TOTAL for December was the 5th wettest December in 110 1323.00 111 2010 years of record for Victoria. The last time Victoria re- ceived more rain was in 1992. 2011 Rocky Valley at Falls Creek received the most JAN to 9th 39.00 1 amount of rain in Victoria for the month with 313.6mm. On the 9th of December they received 182mm in one day. In comparison Yackandandah received 160mm Highest rainfall since 1974 where for the month. In 1993 Rocky Valley received 128.6mm a fall of 1432mm was recorded. on the 14th of December. Falls Creek received over 3 Reg is now Yack’s official rainfall re- metres of rain for 2010. Mt. Buller received 274.2mm corder for the Bureau of Meteorology. and 208.20mm fell on Bright, for the month of December Official rainfall measurements have 2010. been recorded in Yack since 1886. There was unseasonable snow across the alpine region in mid-December and hail fell quite heavily across the north-east of the state on the 19th. On the 8th of De- cember Mt. Hotham recorded a wind speed of 124km/h.

On the 31st of December, Victoria experienced its hottest day across most of the state, with 43.3 °C re- corded at the Hopetoun Airport in Hopetoun, south-west of Swan Hill. Although it seemed much cooler, during Decem- ber, most of Victoria averaged daytime temperatures just over half a degree cooler over a twenty year average. Though -4.4 °C during the night and 1.2 °C during the day at Mt. Hotham, on the 28th, was certainly well below average. Editor - Compiled with data from www.bom.gov.au 26 Yackandandah Street Shopper Rewards Raffle

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Allans Flat Tennis Club: Enquiries call Janelle Peacock 02 6020 8808 or Ian Greenwood 02 6027 1808. Amnesty Letter Writing Group: 4th Thursdays of each month 7- 8:30p.m at the Yack Primary School Contact Clare Cunnington 02 6027 0865. Anglican Parish: Every Sunday at 10:30a.m at the Yackandandah Anglican Church, all welcome. Ph: 02 6027 1216. Church St, Yackandandah. Arts Yackandandah: Flickside, For more information contact Geoff on 02 6027 1742. Bowling Club: Phone Lillian on 6027 0684 for information regarding current and future competitions. Bruarong Community Centre: For information about Centre activities contact Heather Hillas. 02 6027 1144. Folk Festival 2011: 25th - 27th March. Phone: 02 6026 9220. See page 7 for more information. Karaoke: First Saturday Night of the month at the Star Hotel - Join the fun! LandCare Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30p.m at YCEN. Ph: 02 6027 1816 for info. Lions Club Markets: Held on the 3rd Sunday of every month from 9a.m to 1p.m. Craft and local produce market. Entry by gold coin donation. Interested in having a stall or for further information call 0418 122 921. Qigong Classes: Yack Sports Park. Fridays 9:30 to 10:30a.m. Bookings essential. YCEN 02 6027 1743. Rowdy Flat Walking Track Assoc Inc: Phone Noelene Young 02 6027 0607. Scrabble Group: Thursdays at 10a.m at YCEN. Ph: 02 6027 1743 for information. S.E.S Training: every Wednesday night from 7p.m - 9p.m. Located behind the CFA building in High St. St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Windham Street, Yackandandah: Mass time is Sunday at 10:30a.m. For other services please contact Fr. Alex Lim on 03 5728 1043. Toy Library: Every Saturday from 10a.m - 11a.m at the shed in the garden at the rear of YCEN. Family membership just $25, toy loans are for two week period. Come down and check it out! Contact Megan Salter 02 6027 0564. Yackandandah Cemetery Trust: For more information contact John McIntyre, Ph: 02 6027 1269. Yackandandah Cinema: Every second Friday night. Starting at 7p.m. Yackandandah Public Hall. For more info contact Grahame on 02 6027 1077 or visit www.yackcinema.com.au. Yackandandah Community Plan Meeting: 7pm, Wednesday 9th February at Yackandandah Sports Park. See page 3 for more information. Yackandandah Fishing Club: Meetings held third Wednesday of the month at the Yackandandah Hotel at 7:30p.m. All welcome. Enquiries: Rob Reeb - Pres 02 6027 1762 or Peter Chandler - Treas 02 6027 1777. Yackandandah Football and Netball Club: Deb Ball. April 2nd. Phone Jen Rockliff, Secretary 0429 127429. Yackandandah Garden Club: Contact Shiralee Fish 02 6027 1936 or Kay O’Keefe 02 6027 0504. Yackandandah Golf Club: Centenary Celebrations - 9th and 10th of April. For more information phone Dallas Clavan 60271 878 or Marian Barnard 6027324. Yackandandah Museum: Open 11a.m-4p.m in Victorian school holidays Wednesday-Sunday during school terms. Entry by donation. For more information email [email protected] or phone 0260 270627. Yackandandah Old Time Dance Group: Every Tuesday, Yack Hall from 7:30p.m 10p.m ($3 admission) Last Tuesday in month Social Night 7:30p.m - 11p.m ($3 admission plus plate of supper) Old Time Dance with live band on the second Saturday of each month ($5p/h plus plate of supper). Contact: Ph: 02 6027 1266. Yackandandah Playgroup: Fun for children 0 - 5 years, their parents and carers. Tuesday mornings 9 - 12 at the Yackandandah Kindergarten on Isaacs Ave. Inquiries phone Georgia 0419271837. Yackandandah Riding Club: Contact Karen Hicks 02 6027 1290 or Michelle Goding 02 6027 0780. Yackandandah Tennis Club: Contact Duane Washington on 6027 1337 or Murray Fraser on 6027 1098. Yackandandah Theatre Company: Phone 6027 1226. Y&DTA Meetings: 2nd Monday of each month, 7:00p.m at the Athenaeum in High St.

Yackity Yak Deadline for April/May Issue Monday 14th March 2011 E-mail: [email protected] Post to: 57 Isaacs Ave, Yackandandah, Vic. 3749 28