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Page 2 The Burra Flyer CONTENTS A & P Society ...... 6 Men’s Shed ...... 37 App (smartphones) ...... 4 Orchid Society...... 11 Burra Artists ...... 18 Op Shops ...... 15, 30 Buskers Festival ...... 32 Parlor Bowls ...... 31 Car Club ...... 37 Playgroup ...... 10 Churches ...... 24, 25 Poowong Happenings ...... 37 Citizens Advice Bureau ...... 10, 36 Primary School ...... 12 Coal Creek ...... 39 Probus (Coal Creek) ...... 4 Community Garden ...... 10 Probus (Korumburra) ...... 28 Concert Band ...... 35 Red Cross ...... 4 Craft Group ...... 40 Relay 4 life...... 9 Croquet ...... 36 Rotary ...... 12 Farmers Market ...... 14 Round table...... 26 Friends of Coal Creek ...... 37 RV friendly ...... 23 Golf Club ...... 17 Scrabble club ...... 36 Horticultural Society ...... 18 Scouts ...... 15 Inverloch Jazz Festival ...... 6 Senior Citizens ...... 35 Jumbunna Bush Market ...... 31 Stamp club ...... 5 KCDA ...... 28 Station @ Korumburra ...... 26 Koringal Womens Services ...... 32 Swimming club ...... 25 Libraries ...... 16 Swimming pool (indoor) ...... 32 Milpara ...... 11 Working Horse and Tractor Rally ...... 9 Men’s Shed ...... 17

Directory of Advertisers 38 Calendar of Events 38

Editor’s Note Thank you to Don & Gail Patterson, the Flyer’s previous editors, for the enormous time and energy that they put into keeping the Burra Flyer going for the past five years. They are extraordinarily generous with their time and I am grateful for the support they have given to John and I to ensure a smooth changeover. Thank you to the contributors and advertisers for their patience while we have been learning the ropes. I hope we can do the Burra Flyer the justice that it deserves . Erin Patterson

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Events and Happenings Page 3 Coal Creek Probus Korumburra Red Cross

Would you like to meet other Some of our members have people in your local community? reached some important Semi-retired or retired - it milestones recently. Joan doesn’t matter; come along and Holden has celebrated her 90th join the fun. birthday, Jan McIvor has Our club is 14 years young and celebrated her 80th birthday we have many varied activities: dine-out, book and Helen Pearce was given the bar for 30 years exchange and tours; these are just a few of the of service. Congratulations to these wonderful interesting things we do. women. In the past few months we had a lovely day We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas lunch in visiting Beleura House and gardens, enjoyed the December. Carol Smith won the major prize in Bobby Darin Musical Dream Lover and had a our Christmas raffle. great trip away to Adelaide. Coming up we have One of our members is presenting the Red Cross the Sandcastle Display at Frankston and RediPlan (preparedness for anything from Arthurs Seat Gondola, Blue Lotus Gardens and mishap to disaster) to organisations and Rayners Orchard and also Healesville students locally and if any group would like to Sanctuary. Later in the year we are doing a have a presentation, please contact the email cruise to Vanuatu. address below. Maybe you have a special interest you would like March is Red Cross Calling month. Our branch to share with others? We would like to invite you will be collecting donations at the IGA to come along and see what Probus is all about – supermarket on March 7th, 13th, 23rd and 28th enjoying fellowship with like-minded people. from 9.00 AM each day for those who would like Our meetings are held every 3rd Tuesday of the to contribute. month, commencing 10 am at the Korumburra To contact us for any information relating to Red Golf Club. Cross, [email protected] is our President: Cheryl Routley 5658 1074 contact point. Secretary: Di Schellekens 5655 2504

Korumburra Bowling Club The Korumburra Bowling Club ring in by 12 noon and wander down for a look is located in Charles Street, see. We are always looking for new members Korumburra opposite the Show who will be made most welcome. Any enquiries Grounds. at all ring John McVeigh on 5658 1908 or Vera Happy hours and a members’ Sund on 5655 2434. draw is held every Friday night Pic below: Championship Winners and runners from 5 p.m. until around 6.15 up left to right Lena Harfield, Joanna ish. All guests are most welcome, just sign the Lomagno, Ros Dow and Caroline Snooks book. The Club is doing very well this season with their Pennant teams; Midweek and Saturday divisions have teams in the Final Four. Counter Teas are always very popular on each second Friday of the month. Just ring in to the Club by Thursday morning on 5655 1246 and place your orders. There are social bowls Thursday afternoons; Page 4 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Business Association - working together for our future

2018 marks the 30th year This year we would like to make some progress that we have been serving on the restoration of the Karmai Worm. the business community of We have had her displayed in an empty shop Korumburra. window for 12 months and now it is time to move Each committee brings a forward. On Wednesday March 21st we will be different focus to the role holding a Karmai Worm Forum for any and the current committee are taking the interested community or business people who opportunity to ask our members if they have any would like to share their ideas and be involved suggestions they would like us to focus on this in the next step for Karmai. year. The annual Easter Egg Hunt is going to be in We will continue our work in promoting the theme of the Karmai Worm. Korumburra at every opportunity and Our members will display a numbered picture of encourage people to visit and stay longer in our an Easter Egg/Karmai Worm in their window town. for adults and children to find and complete the We will build on our achievements in this area entry form. from last year which included the Korumburra To have a chance of winning some great Easter Tourist Brochure, the increased presence of Eggs, grab an entry form and away you go. You Korumburra on the Prom Country App, the will be able to make it a school holiday activity, visitkorumburra.com.au website, the large town as entries won’t close until Wednesday 19th feature in the Gippsland Lifestyle Magazine, April. becoming an official RV Friendly Town ( see article on page 23 ) and the social media Noelene Cosson promotions of businesses and Korumburra as a President town on Facebook & Instagram. Korumburra Business Association

Stamp Club Inverloch Stamp Club Fair March 10th Uniting Church,William St, Inverloch

Inverloch Stamp Club is each month; March being on the 15th, April on holding a fair on 10th March the 19th and May will be on the 17th. Meetings at the Uniting Church William begin at 7.30 pm. street, Inverloch. Entrance is $2. For more Leongatha group will be meeting on the fourth details please ring Gerry on Monday of each month. March will be the 26th, 5672 1545 or Leo on 5672 4649. April is on the 24th, and May is on the 28th. Monthly meetings will be held at the same venue Meetings begin at 1.00 pm. beginning at 7.30 pm. Dates are March 14th. Venue is the Dakers Community Centre in April 11th and May 9th. Bruce Street. All welcome and any inquiries will be answered. Korumburra Stamp Club held a successful Fair on day; all dealers and members were For any questions contact Peter ph. 5655 2521. happy. The club meets on the third Thursday of

Events and Happenings Page 5 Korumburra & District Agricultural & Pastoral Society Show Report The Korumburra & Judge Paul Phillips & Dairy Judge Lisa McKay. District Agricultural & In the Poultry was judged by Ken Phillips and Pastoral Society Inc. the Black & Coloured Sheep entries were up on 123rd Annual Show was last year which is always pleasing. held on Saturday & Throughout the day there were CFA Sunday, February 10th demonstrations, Barnyard Buddies (mobile & 11th 2018, and officially opened Mayor farm for children), magic show, Fly Ball Dog Lorraine Brunt and MP Danny O'Brien. demonstration, music from Beggs2differ, This year the Amenities Complex feature theme singers, the Buskers competition and much, was 'Early Days', a spectacular display of early much more for everyone to enjoy! kitchens, dining ware, sewing machines, prize Completing the Saturday events with the ever cards and photos of past exhibitors, which popular fireworks which again were spectacular. provided a talking point with everyone who Sunday featured the horse events and this was viewed the exhibition. well attended with many competitors coming Once again the Exhibit Pavilion entries from far and wide to compete. displayed many examples of the wonderful On behalf of the Korumburra & District talent & artistic works from the children and Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc. we wish to many people who live in our district and afar. sincerely thank all our sponsors who supported The Show Girl & Boy winners were: Boys and assisted with the Annual Show. Thank you under 4 years- Lucka Weeson aged 4, very much. Leongatha; Girls under 7 years - Bella Thomas For all catering bookings at the Korumburra aged 5, Moe and Show Girl 7-12 years - Showgrounds Amenities Complex please contact Maddison Humphrey aged 8, Korumburra. 0447 123 318. The Cattle section this year were judged by Beef Enquiries contact Secretary 0477 594 049.

Inverloch Jazz Festival 25 Years of Jazz by the Sea in Inverloch Beautiful seaside Inverloch The line-up includes Sarah Maclaine Quintet, will hold its 25th annual Tony Gould Trio, Chris Wilson and friends, and Jazz Festival on the local favorites The Wonderdogs. Labour Day Weekend, 9- It all starts with Friday’s Gala Evening, then 12 March 2018. Saturday’s Community Grand Parade is a The community event offers a long weekend of festival highlight organised by the Inverloch jazz, from Friday night through to Monday's free Men's Shed and known for its colourful cars, concert, and is sponsored by Bass Coast Council, banners and musicians. Inverloch Community Bendigo Bank, RACV, Saturday and Sunday showcase non-stop jazz in Inverloch L.J.Hooker and is supported by local three venues from 11am to 11 pm, then Monday businesses. has a free jazz concert in The Glade beside the As this is our 25th Festival we're celebrating by seashore, with food, coffee and wine from local welcoming back many of the fine artists who’ve producers. performed at our earlier events. So come along for stunning days and brilliant Around forty bands with two hundred musicians nights of great jazz. and singers will play great jazz across a broad See invyjazz.com for details and ticketing. More range of genres in comfortable venues close information contact Clive or Carol, 0434 574 516 together in the centre of town, with gourmet or 5678 8041. local wine and produce available. Page 6 The Burra Flyer Events and Happenings Page 7 Light Dentures MOUTHGUARDS Complete & Partial DENTURES Relines ・ Reattachments ・ Repairs ・ Additions ・ Adjustments ・ Immediate Restore confidence to smile again

Custom-made for maximum comfort and longevity . For your convenience, we come to you in hospitals, car e facilities and r etir ement communities or come to see us at Appointments 2 LEONGA THA RD 03 5655 1235 KORUMBURRA Page 8 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Working Horse and Tractor Rally Members of the Working their wide variety of projects including Horse & Tractor Rally pyrography (using a burning tool to make Committee are preparing for pictures on wood. the Rally to be held on the Food stalls, craft stalls, historical displays, and weekend of 17th & 18th pioneer skills will all be part of the activities. March 2018. Families are especially catered for as children Clydesdale horses working in love to see how farming was done in the early the paddocks will again be a days in South Gippsland. feature as everyone loves to watch these gentle The Tractor Pull is a fun activity to watch. Do giants, showing the work they did on farms so come along, you will not be disappointed. long ago. Admission fees are very reasonable at $12 per Sheep shearing, wood chopping, blacksmiths adult, under 16 free. Two Day Pass $18. forging tools, which they also sell. Whip Strictlynno dogs & No Alcohol cracking, so much living history to see. Many Gates open 10am small engines will be at work, pumping water etc. Further information contact the Secretary The Leongatha Woodworkers will be there with Vivienne 0484 944 598.

Join Korumburra’s First Relay for Life event Cancer Council ’s 3. The entrance fee goes towards your South Gippsland Korumburra teams fundraising total. Relay For Life will be held at 4. Begin fundraising activities e.g. raffles, the Korumburra Showground movie nights, walks, stalls. You’ll receive useful on Saturday March 17th and information on how to handle the money raised Sunday 18th, 2018 . in the Team Captain’s pack when you register. The Local Committee are looking for teams to 5. Teams can continue fundraising on take part in this important social, fundraising Relay Weekend. Each team will have their own event. The relay event starts at 4pm on marquee site on the oval to help organize this. Saturday 17th and finishes at 10am on Sunday 6. There is opportunity to camp in tents 18th. It will be held on the oval at the or caravans at the Showgrounds during the Showgrounds. event. Participants are not expected to walk for the 7. Music, Activities and Entertainment whole time but it is hoped the each team entered for adults & kids will keep you going throughout will have a participant walking throughout the the event and there will be plenty of food and whole time - this explains the ‘relay’ aspect of drink outlets and stalls. the event. We also encourage teams to have some type of If you have any queries do not hesitate to baton which will further highlight their reason contact Bill Rodda of the Volunteer Organizing for taking part. This could be a fishing line, spirit Committee on 5655 1389 to arrange a suitable level or even a wig! time. 1. Register your team at http://www.relayforlife.org.au/ and search http://fundraising.cancer.org.au/SouthGippsland ‘Korumburra’. www.facebook.com/RelayForLifeSouthGippsland 2. Team members register individually but most teams have 10 members or more.

Events and Happenings Page 9 Korumburra Playgroup

The Korumburra and share this fun time. Playgroup is a ‘parent run’ group so this session We have puzzles, toys, paints and activities to can be delivered to suit keep children from 0 to 5 entertained and also the parents and children have a safe playground with outdoor toys and attending. ride-ons as well as a sandpit and swings.

It’s fun, it’s noisy, it’s warm and dry but most of The cost is $4 per week per family. It costs just all, we have some lovely people attending. Come $20 per year to be a member. We just ask that and join us. each family bring a piece of fruit for morning tea. The playgroup meets at Milpara Community House, 21 Shellcot Road, Korumburra Friday If you have some ideas or interest in being mornings from 10 am to 11.30 am during school involved, please come and have a chat. terms. Mums, dads, grandparents or carers with pre- For further information contact Jenni or Belinda school children are all welcome to come along at Milpara Community House on 5655 2524.

Korumburra Hospital South Gippsland Citizens Community Garden Advice Bureau and Call in to the Hospital Community Garden any Community & Visitor Thursday morning, about 9.30 am and meet members of the garden group. Information Centre Memorial Hall Complex They’d be happy to have a chat and show you Michael Place, Leongatha around the garden. For residents new to the (opposite the post office) area, this is a good place to learn about what grows well and the aspects the plants like best. Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm The members of the Korumburra Men’s Shed Hospital Community Garden now provide a Visitor Tourist Information: gardening information session each Term in the Monday to Firday 10-4pm Community Garden. Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays 10- 2pm (not Good Friday or Christmas Day) Contact Milpara Community House on 5655 2524 for details on how to get involved. Tel: 5662 2111 Fax 5662 2001 email: cab@[email protected]

Page 10 The Burra Flyer South Gippsland Orchid Society

Do you like orchids? orchid events, take part in promotional events Like to meet people with held locally and provide opportunities for similar interests? socialisstion. Guest speakers follow the meeting We are always on the and the evening is capped off with supper and lookout for new members more chat. Christmas in July and a Christmas and would like to welcome break up dinner are always popular. you. The South Gippsland Orchid Society is a friendly When: 2nd Wednesday in the month club that meets monthly. Where: Angling Club Clubrooms, Recreation Members are encouraged to bring plants for Reserve, Korumburra Road, benching; a good time to chat and enjoy Membership: Singles $15pa, Couples $20pa beautiful orchids. Maybe also discuss any problems you may be If you would like to join, contact: having. Julie Kilgour: 5674 8139 Our Club presents an extremenly popular Tricia Jones: 0417 290 745 Annual Orchid Show at Wonthaggi Town Hall Peter Fell, Secretary: 0402 016 100 held over three days. We host outings to other John Betts, President: 0428 547 466

Milpara - Korumburra’s Community House 21 Shellcot Road Korumburra

Information about courses We’ve also developed a version of this course and classes we deliver is designed for the hospitality area, ‘How to make set out in our Term a great cup of coffee and serve it’ and we hope Program and our most to deliver this in the very near future. On offer recent program was through the House is ‘Kick start your digital delivered into letter boxes career in marketing’. If you are interested in in January. This program any of these courses, please contact us on 5655 can also be viewed on our website – 2524 or just drop in to the House. milparacommunityhouse.org.au or Like us on Coming up soon are Food Safety Level 1 and Facebook to receive regular updates of our Food Safety Supervisor, Responsible Service of activities. Alcohol, Apply First Aid, CPR, Traffic We’re excited about some new courses we’ve Management and Traffic Control, Work Safely designed, one of which is Foundations For Your in the Construction Industry (White Card) and Future: Being Work or Study Ready. Skills Boat Licence and PWC (Jet Ski) Certificate. We shortages in Gippsland in specific areas of also have broad range of health and wellbeing employment informs the content of the course. sessions, art and crafts, kitchen and gardening, Also covered is an understanding of in fact, something for just about everyone. Also employability skills, identifying skills of the offered are community information sessions of participants (what are transferrable and what is interest such as Skin Cancer Awareness and technical), goal setting, understanding the RediPlan – preparing for times of emergency. obligations of an employee, understanding We’d be interested in hearing from people who employment from the perspective of the may be interested in teaching on a part time employer and what it is they are looking for in basis. Call the House on 5655 2524 to arrange a an employee. time to meet.

Events and Happenings Page 11 Korumburra Primary School – Challenge and Achieve

The 2018 school year Swimming Sports. began with 388 students The Year 6’s head off to Wilson’s Prom for their ready and eager to get annual camp. This is always a highlight of their back into the school last year at primary school. routine. The House Athletics Sports involving Years We welcomed 61 new Prep – 6 will be held on the Pony Paddock on the Preps to KPS including 5 21st March. Parents, grandparents and friends sets of twins. are all invited to come along and cheer on the Sharon Mitchell has stepped into the role of students. Acting Principal while Nathan Pirouet is on 12 A special assembly will be held in the Gym on months leave. the 24th April to commemorate Anzac Day. We also welcomed two new teaching staff: In May students in Years 3 and 5 participate in Ashlee Cuff, a former student, teaching Year 3 Naplan testing which assesses Language, and Lucy Butler teaching Preps. Reading and Numeracy skills. In March, students in Years 3 – 6 will be Term 1 finishes on Thursday 29th March and involved in the Aquatic Education Program at starts for Term 2 on Monday 16th April. the Korumburra Pool. KPS can be contacted on 5655 1309, They also participate in the House and District [email protected]

Rotary Club of Korumburra

Catering for the popular “New robbery at a Club members premises involving Year’s Eve on the Hill” concert some of the raffle books and monies collected, at the McLaren family’s the raffle was cancelled and refunds offered to Krowera farm was on the purchasers of tickets. The funds already raised Club’s agenda from Saturday by the selling of raffle tickets has been donated December 30th to Monday January 1st. to the Royal Children’s Hospital. Once again the Club participated with the van at This year a big team of Club “Ride to the January 14th Swap Meet at the Korumburra Conference” bike riders participated in the Showgrounds, providing hot dogs, coffee and annual ride which started at on drinks. February 11th to 16th , covering loops of around January saw the return of Bridget Keily, who 90 kilometres each day. Money raised from spent her year as a Rotary Exchange Student in sponsorship of the riders goes towards: Life Italy in the city of Brescia, and Natasha Turton Education Programs, Rotary Centenary House who spent her year as a Rotary Exchange at the Traralgon Regional Hospital and The End Student in the Netherlands in the town of Tracoma Program. Meppel. The Ride to Conference preceded the District Aurora Giovanelli, the Club’s International 9820 Annual Conference which was held at Sale Exchange student from Italy, continues to give from February 16th to 18th. us good feed-back on her time with her host Forthcoming Club social events will include the families and her travels, along with her time at “Tour de Backyard” a mystery tour with the Korumburra Secondary College. members in their own cars and a Saturday night Due to the uncertainty of the forthcoming fate stop over a an undisclosed location on March 3rd of the present Library/Art Gallery, it was and 4th. decided to put on hold the annual Art Show for Another social event will be a “Bare Foot Bowls” this year. However the Club was going to raffle night on Tuesday March 13th at the a painting by artist Ross Paterson but due to a Korumburra Bowling Club.

Page 12 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Primary School - Class of 2017 Korumburra Primary Students Year 6 Graduation night participating in Interschool Chess

Returned rotary exchange students: Bridget Kelly and Natasha Turton

Events and Happenings Page 13 Joey Scouts enjoying the great outdoors Joey Scouts getting creative

Coal Creek Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday each month 10th March 14th April 12th May 8:30am - 12:30pm Page 14 The Burra Flyer 2nd Korumburra Scout Group Korumburra Scout Hall is Heidi 0418 384 128 alive with excited noise, busy sounds of running feet, Scouts (11 – 15 yrs) chattering voices and much Meet in the Scout Hall, Queen Street on activity. 18th February will see Tuesdays from 7-9pm. Contact for Scouts is South Gippsland District Jarrod 0429 408 235 celebrate Baden Powell’s birthday with a huge beach Coal Creek Venturers (15 – 18 yrs) party at Walkerville South. This new Group of young people have settled Swimming, boating activities, iron person events in quickly – a weekend in a bee keeping camp to mention a few. was fantastic, Water Day preparations and the Mid-March will see our very excited Joey Scout huge “Anything Goes” weekend activity camp Mob attend a weekend camp with some 600-700 has kept their diaries full. Contact Belinda Joey Scouts from all over Victoria. 0407 838 268 Two of our prospective Coal Creek Venturers Joey Scouts (5 -8 yrs) are fundraising, hoping to attend the 24th Want to more about Joey Scouts?Contact World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia, USA. Michael 5659 2122 or Debbra 0409 404 820 Please support their fundraising efforts. You could call into the Scout Hall on Tuesdays Our Parent Support Committee continues to between 5pm and 6pm to see these young people work at fundraising, hall maintenance and enjoying themselves. supporting leaders. Currently this Committee is fundraising to Cub Scouts (8 – 11 yrs) assist Scouts to attend the Australian 4 current Cub Scouts are working very hard to Jamboree in January 2019 in South Australia. gain their Grey Wolf, the highest award for a Further enquiries about any of the above, Cub Scout. 2nd Korumburra Cub Scouts meet leadership roles or hall hire please contact on a Thursday from 7pm – 8.30pm. Contact Shirley 0427 804 362

Korumburra Uniting Church Op Shop Our OP SHOP is like stepping engage in conversation or help back in time! you search for your needs. Its prime location in the main The joy of op shopping is the street of Korumburra next to the fossicking for that unique hardware store and only a short something, so why not pay us a walk from a choice of visit and discover that Korumburra’s finest coffee shops. experience! So, while you are waiting for your What a great feeling to know, coffee to brew, why not step back in time and pay with confidence that you are contributing to us a visit. OUTREACH projects, locally, Australian and We have lots of great weekly bargains catering world wide. The power of making a difference to for the savviest shopper. Plus, we are often the lives of many is one of the greatest gifts gifted antiques, paintings, craft collections, someone can share with others! haberdashery, a wide range of books, children’s Pop in and discover the old-style op shop feeling toys, men’s, ladies and children’s clothes. for yourself on Thursday and Fridays 10 am to A full range of shoes and sporting equipment to 4 pm and Saturday morning 10 -12 noon. choose from too! Thank you for your donations and patronage Our wonderful volunteers are only too willing to too. Events and Happenings Page 15 What’s on at Korumburra Library - Autumn 2018

Unless specified, bookings for the following events are essential and can be made at wgrlc.eventbrite.com or by contacting the library on 5655 1105

Flower Arrangement with Yvonne from Camping in the Library Korumburra Florist Thursday 5 April, 2.00pm - 3.00pm Wednesday 14 March, 2.00pm – 3.00pm Set up tents and have a mini camping holiday in Yvonne from Korumburra Florist will be the library complete with campfire activities. presenting a talk on flower arrangement, including lots of tips and tricks on putting Lego Stop Motion together a beautiful arrangement. Wednesday 11 April, 2.30pm - 3.30pm Do you have a wild imagination or a love of Heritage Fruit Growing technology? Maybe both! Combine the two and Tuesday 8 May learn how to make your very own short film with 2.00pm – 3.30pm the use of stop motion and LEGO figurines and A presentation from our local apple and plum characters experts at Strzelecki Heritage Apples, followed by an opportunity for questions on growing your Karaoke and Dance Party own trees and a selection of in season heritage Thursday 12 April, 3.00pm – 4.00pm apples for tasting to help you decide! Bust out your dance moves and get your groove on at the library. We will provide the South Gippsland Embroidery Guild microphone and you can sing up a storm. Have 21-24 May and Saturday 26 May some fun and rock the library A display of finished pieces, as well as daily demonstrations of ‘embroiderers in action’ will be presented by members of the Leongatha Poowong Library Country Group, which is part of the Embroiderers Guild, Victoria. No bookings School Holiday Storytime at Poowong required. Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11.00am 4 April, 11 April Lego Club Join us for stories, rhymes, songs and fun at the Wednesdays, 4pm - 5pm library. Each session will have a different theme. 7 March, 4 April, 2 May No bookings required. What will you make? All welcome. No bookings required. Suitable for ages 5 to 12. Poowong Library Hours Thurssday 3:30 - 5:30pm Story Time - WEEKLY Friday 11am - 12:30pm 1:30pm- 4.30pm Mondays 10.30am - 11.00am Closed Sat Wed and Public Holidays Help your child develop a love for stories with these fun sessions for kids up to school age. Nyora Mobile Library Korumburra Library Hours The Mobile Library visits Nyora every second Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 5:30pm Saturday in Mitchell Street opposite the Fridays and Public Holidays closed General Store from 10:15am to 12:45pm. Saturday 10:00am - 12noon Coming dates: Mar 10, 24 Phone/Fax 5655 1105 Apr 7, 21 May 5, 19

Page 16 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Men’s Shed

The Men’s Shed in Korumburra is open two They are a very friendly group, always ready for days a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from a chat and a cuppa, and welcome newcomers to 9:30 am till 1:00 pm, and is located in the Goods the Shed. Shed in the Korumburra Railway precinct. Members of Men’s Sheds come from all walks of There are approximately 24 regular members life – the bond that unites them is that they are who attend the Shed. men with time on their hands and would like Members are welcome to work on community something meaningful to do with that time. projects, specific If being involved in a Men’s Shed projects Men’s Shed is or a project of their something you would be choice in their own interested in, call 0411 time and where the 485 113, 5655 2524 or only ‘must’ is to just drop in if you are in observe safe the area on Tuesdays or working practices, Wednesdays. all in a spirit of mateship.

Korumburra Golf Club Korumburra Golf Club has a To assist with future planning, busy time ahead, with Mens and the club is currently putting Womens Club Championships together a strategic plan for the and Pennant matches club. throughout the next few The Annual Presentation Night months. is Saturday, 26th May, when The club runs regular the major trophies for the year competitions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, will be presented to all the winners. Thursdays and Saturdays, with new members Reasonably priced Counter teas are available and visitors from other clubs most welcome. on Friday nights from 6 pm, with the Green fee players can play 9 or 18 holes of golf clubrooms being a comfortable venue. Many on a casual basis, which is an enjoyable way to stay on after dinner or come along afterwards catch up with friends. for Bingo, which begins at 8 pm. The club also Beginner’s Day was held on Wednesday, runs Bingo at the Middle Hotel on Tuesday February 7th and it was wonderful to have so mornings, with ‘eyes-down’ at 10 am. many women enjoying nine holes of golf in a The clubhouse is available for bookings for social event. There are a number of new and functions as well as day and night meetings. keen golfers learning about the game, so it’s an Currently the clubhouse is regularly used by ideal time to commence. A series of lessons will the Coal Creek Probus Club, Korumburra restart in March and April, with the dates to be Darts Association and self-defence classes. confirmed. Please phone Lee 0429 926 849 for Further details about upcoming golf events enquiries. can be obtained by phoning the club on 5655 During Daylight Saving months, the club has a 1886. A range of information, including details social competition for members and non- about hiring the clubhouse, is on the website members each Thursday evening, weather www.korumburragolf.com.au or individuals permitting. Twilight golf will continue until the can network with the club by ‘Liking’ middle of March and starts up again during Korumburra Golf Club on Facebook or by November. using the Korumburra App. Events and Happenings Page 17 Korumburra & District Historical Society

Our meetings are held on the first Thursday of was instrumental in setting up the bowling and the month, so meetings coming up will be held tennis clubs. on 1st. March, 5th. April and 3rd. May, at 8.00 We’ve answered queries from members of the p.m. at the rooms in King Street, in the Old Malone family which operated a coffee place in Shire Building, just around the corner from the Station Street, they were very early settlers in library. the area. You might like to call in on a Tuesday as we have We are seeking a photo of the miner’s cottage at workshop afternoons on those days from 1.30 Coal Creek, having been asked by former p.m. We have lots of photos of the town and the residents whether the house they lived in could area, maps, and other resources that will help have been the one moved to Coal Creek. you to locate your property, house, maybe learn Another enquiry has come from members of the more of your family if you are involved in family Lawrence family, some members of whom history. operated a sawmill at Recently we have been Jumbunna. searching out information on Lots of questions and lots Korumburra’s first teacher, of answers. Come and Edward Francis Williamson. see what we can show Mr. Williamson was Irish, you; you would be most and came to Australia in 1859 welcome at our meetings with his parents. He spent or to call in on a Tuesday thirty years teaching in afternoon. Korumburra, and in 1907 Janet Wilson, Secretary.

Burra Artists Art Exhibition Burra Artists is a group of people pursuing a Bruce on 0429 948 609 or Ian on 5655 2077. variety of art forms. We meet to encourage each Burra Artists are holding their first exhibition other and learn from one another. Beginners at the Coal Creek Community Gallery from and more experienced artists are welcome. March 1st to 28th. The group meets once a month in the Baptist The Gallery is open every day from 9.00am to Church Hall 39 Mine Road Korumburra on the 5.00pm. The exhibition will display the work of 4th Thursday of the month at 7.00pm. (Feb 22nd, a number of local artists and present variety of March 22nd, styles. Entry is free April 26th, May and all are welcome. 24th) The cost is The exhibition $2.00 per night. opening will be at Tea and Coffee 2.00pm on Saturday provided. March 3rd. Bring along The Coal Creek your project and Community Park and enjoy working in Museum is at 12 the company of Silkstone Road other artists. Korumburra and can For more be contacted on 5655 information, 1811. please call

Page 18 The Burra Flyer (Picture to the left Lynton Allan, the special guest at the Easter service, see page 25)

Events and Happenings Page 19 Page 20 The Burra Flyer You’ re invited! FREE ! EA STER HOLID AY PR OGR AM

Join in the fun with How to e nrol Easter art and crafts, Perm ission form s m us t be fi lled out on t he da y, or e arl ier by e mail. stories, singing, games and more! Mor e i nfor mati on cchol ida yprogra ms@gm ail.c om or Ages 6–12 5655 1919

Tuesday 10th April, 2018 10 am–12 noon Hos ted by t he Com bi ne d Churc he s of K orum burra Anglican Parish Hall 5 Bridge St, K orumburra

Events and Happenings Page 21 Page 22 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Town App

The Korumburra Town App is fast becoming the without the need to look up their phone number. preferred way to look for information relating to It lists all the venues for hire in the town under Korumburra. 'Parks & Venues'. Even if you are not into Smart Phones & Apps Did you know Korumburra had so many yourself, there is a Sporting Groups & whole community Community Groups? They out there that find are all listed with the this a great way of contact details. Plus there keeping connected. is much, much more In a few seconds you information for you. can find information Use the 'Contact Us' on what is happening section to get something in the town on any updated or included on given day by the App and we would checking out the welcome your feedback 'What's On' section. via this section as well. You can call a listed Stay connected in business directly Korumburra and 'Get the from the App App'

Korumburra is now an ‘RV Friendly’ Town

Korumburra is now an RV toilets, fresh water and grey water storage and Friendly Town. quite often solar power. What does this mean? RV They are not looking for the traditional caravan stands for Recreational Vehicle, park to stop over during their travels as they are covering all types of vehicles self-contained and don’t require the facilities set up with living space and amenities such as offered at these parks. caravans, campervans & motorhomes but If we don't offer an alternative they will quite doesn't not include tents. often continue on to a town that does. RV Friendly Town is a 'trademark' of the CMCA Thanks to the A & P Society, Korumburra is now (Campervan & Motorhome Club of Australia) offering the Showgrounds as a low cost place to aimed to assist RV travellers as they journey stay over for up to 48 hours or longer by throughout Australia. arrangement. Korumburra becoming an RV Friendly Town This is not seen as competing against the means we have passed a criteria that indicates Korumburra Tourist Park as the managers were to travellers that this town has a certain amount very supportive of this initiative with the of facilities including somewhere to stay attitude the more people we can encourage to overnight for a low or no cost. stop in Korumburra the better for everyone. This then encourages them to stop, spend some Korumburra will feature in a full page article in time in our town and more than likely spend the monthly CMCA member magazine that is some money. distributed to 75000 members. The traditional caravan & motorhome market Korumburra is the only RV Friendly Town in has expanded and changed considerably over South Gippsland thanks to the Korumburra the past decade with many of these vehicles now Business Association for pursuing this over the fully self-contained with their own bathrooms, past 15 months.

Events and Happenings Page 23 Anglican Parish of Korumburra & Poowong Rev. Dr. Fran Gimes ph. 5655 1007

What’s on in the Parish Trivia Night Saturday, April 14th, 7:30pm World Day of Prayer St Paul’s Anglican Hall, Korumburra Friday,, March 2nd at 11:00am see ad p.21 for more details All Saints Church, Poowong Parish Dinner Dance Pancake Luncheon Saturday, June 2nd 6.30 for 7.30pm Tuesday, April 10th at 12noon St Paul’s Anglican Hall, Korumburra St Paul’s Anglican Hall, Korumburra see ad. p.20 for more details

Mainly Music Church Service Times Every Wednesday at St Paul’s Korumburra 9:30am 1st Sunday of the month St Paul’s Anglican Hall, 9.30am contemporary service Korumburra 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sunday 9:30am Holy Communion Car Rally 5th Sunday Saturday, March 3rd at 10am 9:30am All Parish Worship see ad p.20 for more details All Saints Poowong 1st & 3rd Sunday 11am Holy Communion

St Joseph’s Catholic Parish St Joseph’s Church, Guy’s Road, Korumburra, St Vincent’s Church, Victoria St, Loch

Weekend Mass Times Parish Secretary: Ann Hemming Korumburra: Sunday at 9:30am p. 5655 1862 Fax 5655 2567 Loch: 5pm Office Hours: Mondays, 9am to 1pm email: [email protected] Weekday Mass Time Parish Priest: Fr Aju Varghese Wed 10.15am in Walsh Parish Centre Chapel Presbytery: 31 Ogilvy St, Leongatha 2 Guys Road, Korumburra PO BOX Leongatha 3953 PO BOX 90, Korumburra, 3950 Ph. 5662 2020

Korumburra Church Times Korumburra Anglican Church Southern Hills Assembly of God Sundays, 9:30am, Bridge Street Sundays, 10:00am, 4 Mine Road (see full details on this page) Pastor Rob Davey, 5655 2478

Korumburra Baptist Church St Joseph’s Catholic Church Sundays, 10:30am, Mine Road Sundays, 9:30am, Guys Road (see article p. 25) (see full details this page) Korumburra Uniting Church Sundays, 10:00am, Bridge Street

Page 24 The Burra Flyer World Day of Prayer Since 1887, on or near the But behind closed doors, family violence, abuse first Friday in March every and neglect are ongoing issues. year, millions of Christians Children are particularly vulnerable, many have gathered worldwide to growing up in orphanages or one-parent pray for the issues of family families. While education is free, there is no violence, child abuse, compulsory school attendance. human trafficking, and other forms of injustice. Child labour in the form of street selling is In 2018 that prayerful support will be directed common, but of far more serious concern is the at the 540,000 inhabitants of the Republic of fact that many children are labouring in the gold Suriname, on the north-eastern coast of South mines of Suriname. America. You are invited to join us in prayer for the needs Despite a history steeped in slavery and political of Suriname and its people at a World Day of coups, this tiny nation has achieved remarkable Prayer service to be held on Friday March 2nd progress since its independence in 1975. at 7.30 pm at Korumburra Uniting Church. Suriname enjoys multi-ethnicity and Our guest speaker will be Jeremy Brammar who biodiversity, freedom of religion, free primary works in Christian outreach to young people in and secondary education, and free medical care Gippsland. Supper will be provided and all are for children and seniors. welcome.

Korumburra Baptist Church 39 Mine Road Korumburra

Many people like to take an How does an innocent man dying a violent death Easter holiday break. The on a cross change the world? Well it probably long weekend is a great wouldn’t have, except that this particular man chance to rest. In many ways was raised from the dead. That resurrection this reflects the spiritual marks a new beginning, a new dimension of life truth celebrated at Easter. that changes everything. The events of the first Easter, that is, the death Many people will be enjoying a ‘soul break’ and resurrection of Jesus, mean that those who again this Easter, contemplating how Jesus’ life, place their faith in Jesus can find rest for their death and resurrection positively impacts their souls. The soul is the totality of our lives. own lives. I encourage you to join them in a Ordinary life can sometimes be full of anxiety church near you! and stress. Work, relationships, health issues, a busy calendar and more all contribute to a sense Easter Service at Coal Creek of burden that can be hard to put down, even on On Sunday 1st April there will be a worship a holiday. And that’s not to mention the regret service in the Coal Creek Church at 10.30am. or guilt we might feel over past mistakes. Special guest Lynton Allan will be exploring The Good News of Easter is that the God who themes of spirituality and life with live art and sees and knows even our secret thoughts cares creative storytelling. about us. He has done something to calm our Everyone is welcome to join in this celebration deepest fears and relieve our greatest troubles. of the resurrection of Jesus. He provides a dimension of rest that is true rest indeed! Peace of mind and peace of heart. Sunday Service 10.30am. All welcome. Sunday These are precious gifts he gives to those who School operates during the service every second seek him. week. For all enquiries ring 5655 2077.

Events and Happenings Page 25 Korumburra Round Table The Korumburra Round Table continues, packed calendar, which is starting to include through our monthly meetings, to push for the scout camps and potentially school camps. (Were projects that will strengthen Korumburra’s YOU at the opening in 1974? See attached economic and social fabric. photo)). We thought you might like to know exactly what 8.15 pm : Around the Table: This is our usual spot goes on in our meetings, so here is a picture of where each rep gets the chance to tell us what is our group, and a quick snapshot of our last happening in their group; and tonight it meeting: included: exciting new expansions at Burra 7pm sharp: I welcomed our community and Foods; an efficiency award for our Post Office; council reps, and introduced the shire council’s the upcoming opening of the new building at the Director of Development Services, Bryan Secondary College; and the official go-ahead Sword, who gave us a rundown of what from Victrack for the refurbishment of our happened at the last council meeting. Of most railway station. interest to us was the news that, once the 8.45 pm: We finished with various housekeeping supermarket build begins on the current library items and matters for next month’s agenda, site, the library is to be relocated to the old including the need to get some of our state kindergarten site behind the main street – politicians along to a future meeting, to see what previously earmarked for demolition! they will be putting on the table for Korumburra This is a great location, as it in the lead-up to the is close to both primary November state election. schools, the KCCC, and the Watch this space. main shopping hub. The I hope you have enjoyed this library will remain there for little snapshot. Members of several years until the new the public are always community hub is built on welcome at our meetings. the four hectares of railway They are held two weeks land adjacent to our historic prior to the station. Council meetings, in order to 7.30 pm : Guest speaker (not ensure a flow of information a usual thing): Rowena from us to them, and vice Ashley from Coal Creek versa. Our next meeting is spoke on Coal Creek’s Thursday, 15 March. Bye for beginnings, what it does on now! a day-to-day basis, and Pee-Wee Lewis. events it holds during the President. year. It has a remarkably

The Station @ Korumburra The Station @ Korumburra was being able to discuss the news that the Working group went to the are seriously looking at Korumburra Show on Saturday placing the Korumburra Community Hub to share with the public our adjacent to our heritage station building. plans and ideas for the It will be a great asset to Korumburra to have restoration of Korumburra's Railway Station the Community Hub in the same location as our building. Community use Railway Station building. We had over 70 people stop and chat with great Exciting times ahead for Korumburra. interest in what we were doing. An added bonus Page 26 The Burra Flyer The current members of the Korumburra Round Table

These photos were taken at the Station@Korumburra display at the recent Korumburra Show

Events and Happenings Page 27 Photo of Lorraine Smith, Marie Walker, President Tricia McCraw from Korumburra Probus

Cooper Quaife and Sophie McKenzie new record holders for the Korumburra Swimming Club

Page 28 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Probus

Lorraine & husband Neil It has been a most pleasant year with good own a second hand book speakers, bus trips away, lunches out together, shop in Raglan Parade day trips, and looking forward to our mystery Warrnambool. trip in early March. By chance a member of our We have welcomed new members and several Probus Club walked into prospective members. their shop, when Lorraine Many new folk are coming to live in Korumburra asked where do you live? & District, Probus is an excellent way of meeting The reply was ‘Korumburra’. local people, we have many Clubs & activities Lorraine said I have been wanting to meet such as Bowls, Parlor Bowls, Golf, Croquet, someone from there as I have a great story to Cards, Craft, Art Groups, Senior Citizens & tell about a manuscript dating back to 1583 that Service Clubs just to mention a few. I found in an old book “Alice in Wonderland”. The Korumburra Probus Club have over 100 Some of the story evolved around a man that members, most are very active in the local owned a chemist shop in Korumburra that was community in many ways & make folk most burnt down in the late 1920’s, he was a welcome. descendant of the people named on the authentic All meetings are held at the Korumburra Show manuscript. Grounds Amenities Complex on the 2nd Monday Hence Lorraine was our Guest Speaker at the of each month, starting at 9:45am, break for a Korumburra Probus Club this February, it was chat & cuppa about 10:30am, then have our a fascinating true story , she could tell where it Guest Speaker 11:00am, finish by 12 noon & go had come from, how it got here? to lunch with a group if you so desire. Why did it end up in Warrnambool in a book? It We wish our new President Les White all the was very interesting and entertaining, a great best for the coming year. way to finish of our year. For further information please contact We have our annual meeting the second Monday President Les White 0409 574 668 or Secretary in March each year. Marg Brown 5658 1957

Burracudas – Korumburra Swimming Squad Burracuda swimmers put the 50 metre breaststroke, 50 metre freestyle in a terrific effort at the and 200 metre individual medley. In the over 30 annual Korumburra women’s age group, Jess Cook set a new record Swimming Carnival on 11 for the 50 metre breaststroke. February. Seven new club The carnival was well-supported by volunteers records were set. and local businesses who donated prizes for a Cooper Quaife broke three records in the 12- successful raffle. Thank you and congratulations year-old boys age group with new times for the to all involved! 50 metre butterfly, 50 metre freestyle and 200 Swimming training is held on Monday, metre individual medley. Wednesday and Thursday evenings at the Sophie McKenzie broke three records in the 14- Korumburra Outdoor Pool. For information, year-old girls age group, setting new times for contact the Squad Manager Lesley Turton on 0418 547 323.

Events and Happenings Page 29 Korumburra’s Opportunity Shops

Friends of Hillside Lodge Korumburra Uniting Church Inc. Op Shop Opportunity Shop 36-40 Commercial St Korumburra 93 Commercial St Korumburra Open Monday - Saturday 9am-4pm Hours Anne: 0434 215 171 Thursday & Friday facebook.com/youropshop 10am - 4pm Free pick-up and delivery Saturday (including furniture) 10am-12noon All monies stay in Korumburra

Vinnies The Anglican Parish Op Shop 145 Little Commercial St 15a & b Mine road Korumburra Korumburra Monday 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm Tuesday 10am - 3pm Saturday 9am - 1pm Wednesday 9am-3pm Some customers refer to us as The Little Op Thursday 9am-4pm Shop but some weren’t aware that there is Friday 9am-4pm more to us than meets the eye. It pays to pop Saturday 9am-pm in and have an explo re! ph. 5658 1103

South Gippsland/Bass Nyora Opp Shop Ostomy Social Group Nyora Railway Station

This group meets on the first Open Monday - Saturday Tuesday of each month. Call Thea 9am - 1pm on 0447 942 406 for the meeting For information ph. 5659 0089 place. All interested persons are welcome We no longer have bags of rags on to come. Cost free. hand but will cut up if ordered

Page 30 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Parlor Bowls Association

The Parlor Bowls club premiership wins in a row – five wins from 1997 provides the games of to 2001 inclusive. indoor carpet bowls, non- In more recent years, The Burra and bias parlor bowls and bias Pretenders have vied for premiership honors bowls, for the local but this year to date Sicilians, Kardella and community. Battlers are spoiling the show-down. Parlor bowls, being the The bias bowls game (like lawn bowls but played older and more established form of indoor bowls, indoors on long mats) is played at Outtrim on a is played in the Uniting Church hall on Thursday Monday night. evenings. These games are highly entertaining get- Seven teams of six players compete over togethers. Because Monday nights are club fourteen weeks of competition. Historically, the nights they are for learning and improving club catered for over nineteen teams in its hey skills, enjoyment and socialization more than day! competitiveness. One team, “Pretenders”, has had outstanding Other social groups join the bowlers for nights success since its inception in 2002, never of entertainment. finishing below fourth position whilst one of the For more information about either bowls group, oldest teams, “VRI” (began as “Railways” in phone Lee Armstrong 0428 873 344. 1952) still holds the record for the most

Jumbunna Bush Market

However more funds will be required for this. On the 1st Sunday of the There are a variety of stalls mostly home grown month the Jumbunna Bush and home made goods are for sale, as well as an Market is held in the local array of plants and crafts. hall on Cruickshank Road, What’s more they are always looking for more Jumbunna,. stallholders for their large hall. It starts at 9.00am until 12.30pm. A very nominal fee is charged ($6.00) for a The proceeds from the Markets go back into the market with all stalls under cover providing Hall Funds. Now all their efforts have been put shelter from the elements. to good use. Why not go for a Sunday drive and check out our They have installed hand rails on both sides of market the best prices around for a cuppa with the path leading into the hall, as well as a fence sandwiches or cake or perhaps scones. around the hall making it safe for children. We are hoping to provide live music too They are now also in the process of upgrading sometime in the near future. the path leading to the hall and repairing the Also look out for the Jumbunna ladies at the roof. Coal Creek Farmers Market to purchase that All of this is being done from the funds they have great homemade cooking that these country been raising. ladies do so well. It is also hoped that some time in the near future For details contact Dawn on 5657 3253 or Brian they will be able to revamp the hall with a door on 5657 3261. leading into the park.

Events and Happenings Page 31 Korumburra Indoor South Gippsland Buskers Swimming Pool Festival

The Korumburra Indoor Pool is The competition was run in conjunction with the managed by a volunteer Korumburra Show. committee as a private facility. Photographed on page 33 is Maddy Wilson winner of the first prize donated by the Rehabilitation and Self-Help Korumburra Rotarians. Also shown here is Sessions are available for Harry a 9 year old boy (with his mother Alison) anyone who requires competing in the event rehabilitation from injuries, accidents or medical conditions. These sessions are held on Monday, We would like to thank again the sponsors the Wednesday and Thursday from 1:30 to 3:00 pm Rotarians for the first prize donation of $500. at a cost of $2 per session. (This is the third year that they have supported this event.) Children’s swimming lessons are available at the K.C.D.A. Inc. who have now come on board for pool. For water babies and pre-school lessons the second prize this year $200 contact Kaye Tipping on 5657 3317. For school Lions club for the third prize $100 age lessons contact Colette Pearl on 0417 058 and the Koringal Ladies for the Encouragement 154. award of $100. Parrys Korumburra for two gift vouchers Bookings can also be made for private swimming sessions by phoning the message bank on 5655 1681.

Koringal Womens Service Koringal Womens Service Club member Maureen Rodda. We will also provide meets at the home of Helen afternoon tea at the opening. Pearce at 80 Bridge Street on Our AGM highlighted another very successful the last Tuesday of each month, year in 2017. and we would warmly welcome Our new President is Chris Grigg, Secretary any new members who would Sue VanSinderen, and Treasurer Julie Watt. like to donate their time, effort Catering Officers are Bev Hall and Helen and skills to raise money to benefit the Pearce, Flower Secretary Jess Cruickshank, community of Korumburra. and Publicity Julie Watt. We cater for funerals and parties, help with We are looking forward to a varied program in waitressing and washing up, hold various raffles 2018, with interesting Guest Speakers, daytime and other fundraising activities. We also provide or lunch meetings in winter, and occasional support to other Service Clubs in our area and excursions. We have once again participated in participate in community events, make the Annual Korumburra Show in February with casseroles for Milpara Food Bank and deliver our Cooking and Craft, and provided prize Meals on Wheels. Wherever possible we donate money for Junior entries. raised funds to groups, clubs or individuals in If you would like to join us and are looking for need of assistance in our area. something rewarding to do, come along and We had a wonderful talk by Bill Rodda from the meet our friendly group or contact any of the Fire Brigade at our AGM in November. Bill members. spoke to us about supporting “Relay for Life” at Please contact President Chris Grigg: 0418 971 Korumburra Recreation Ground in March, and 551, or Sue Van Sinderen: 0401 039 824. we donated $1000 in memory of our past Page 32 The Burra Flyer Pictured above is Harry, a 9 year old boy, competing in the Sth Gippsland Buskers Festival.

Pictured to the left is Maddy Wilson, the winner of the first prize in the Buskers Festival

Events and Happenings Page 33 The concert band bringing festive cheer to The concert band performing some movie the Korumburra Farmers Market blockbusters at 'Geekfest' 2018

Page 34 The Burra Flyer Korumburra Senior Citizens Sth Gippsland Arthritis Cnr Radovick & Victoria Streets Support Group Coffee and Korumburra Chat 1st Monday each month 6pm, Leongatha RSL Luncheons held first and third Tuesday each month, 12 noon, $12 1st Tuesday each month 2-4pm, Korumburra Indoor Recreation Centre Lunch bookings: Joy Anderson 5655 1143 For more information: Every Tuesday: Bingo 1:00p, contact: Adam 0408 353 785 Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. or contact Diane 5658 1448 Pres Joy Anderson, Sec Jan McLaren cost: gold coin donation ph 5455 1458

South Gippsland Concert Band

The South Gippsland Concert are Monday evenings from 7.30pm at Coal Band have had a busy start to Creek, and anyone is most welcome to come and the year. We have three have a go. performances already This year brings many exciting events for completed for the year, being the SGCB, including Mossvale Park, Cranbourne Coal Creek ‘Geekfest’, Bands Festival, Relay for Life, joint concert with Korumburra Show, and the annual Mossvale the Leongatha Secondary College, nursing Park: ‘Music for the People’ . home visits, and more!! This year is set to be an amazing day of music We look forward to another amazing year in the and entertainment, in what will be the event’s South Gippsland communities! 50th year. The Royal Australian Navy Band are Information on upcoming events can also be the guest ensemble and are not to be missed! found on our website at With the start of the New Year, also comes a www.sgconband.net/index.php or on Facebook great opportunity for you to dust off those long www.facebook.com/SouthGippslandConcertBan neglected instruments, you might have at home. d/ We are always more For all enquiries regarding than happy to welcome possible events or joining new players to the our group please contact ranks, playing any our Manager Em Barton instrument at any level. on 5655 1767 or email We have a wonderful [email protected] . group of musicians (pic left Band members ranging from school- Ian Sullivan and Barry aged to retirees, all of Barto n) whom share a passion for music. Rehearsals

Events and Happenings Page 35 South Gippsland Citizen’s Advice Bureau CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU TURNS 40 addresses are required to post invitations to Something exciting is going to happen in anyone who has participated in this great Leongatha in May, 2018. community organisation. The South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau is Many names and addresses have been lost. If celebrating its 40th Anniversary of operation in you have, or you know anyone who has been Leongatha. Over the years the CAB, located in involved with the CAB, please contact the CAB the Memorial Hall Complex, on 5662 2111 or ring Jill Leongatha, has assisted many Widmer 5674 3910 and an thousands of clients to a free invitation will be posted and confidential information to you. and referral service. The CAB is trying to locate (Picture shows Shirley volunteers who have Reeves, Jill Widmer, participated in the work of the Jackie Horobin and Nick CAB over the past 40 years. Peck – organising This celebration is to take the committee members of form of a special luncheon at SGCAB) . the Dakers Centre, Leongatha, and names and

Korumburra Croquet Club Korumburra Scrabble Group

All sports & games are based on one Since moving back to the person or team scoring more than KCDA meeting rooms their opposition. Croquet is no (formerly the Access different in that it involves thinking Centre) in Radovick about tactics and strategy, with a bit Street, the number of keen of pleasant physical exercise thrown scrabble players has in for good measure. increased, as many It is often labelled the nasty sport played by nice discover the benefits of stimulating those brain people' because just when you think you're going cells. to win a hoop or a game, your opponent will have On rare occasions, just to break the monotony, other ideas. Some of Australia's best croquet the Upwords board comes out of the cupboard, players live in Victoria and are in the 30-40 age and this challenges players in a slightly different bracket. way. Not all players are old; that's a furphy. Want to Scrabble is now played every Thursday know more? Contact Helen on 5655 2247 or Joan afternoon from 1pm and usually finishes around on 5655 2126 or call in to our friendly club at 44 4pm. Victoria Street Korumburra (next to the bowling It's a very relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and club) any Tuesday morning at 10am or Saturday you are not required to turn up every week, afternoons from 12.30pm. although many do. Events during the next few months include our Tea and coffee are available and a $2 coin covers annual Golf Croquet Singles tournament on 17th the cost of power for hot water, lights, heating & 18th March, the Bass Coast Shield (with or cooling. Leongatha, Phillip Island & Wonthaggi clubs) on Contact Nancye on 5658 1835 if you want to find 14th April and the LeonBurra Shield at out more. Leongatha on 28th April,

Page 36 The Burra Flyer Friends of Coal Creek

Friends of Coal Creek are considering more live entertainment. The Friends encourage their members to join the F.O.C.C. customer tag (community benefit The funds raised from the last event, are going membership) at Michael’s I.G.A., this too will towards the Lands Office which is the last help with restoration to the Lands Office. building for which they are responsible to Friends of Coal Creek hold their meetings on the restore, second Wednesday of the month at the K.C.D.A. They still need to raise more funds however and Inc. Meeting Room which was formerly known are planning on holding another night of as the Access Centre. entertainment to raise funds. To become a member and support us the fee is This time they are considering Country and $20 each $40 a family (the term begins from the Western music sometime in May. 1st October each year.) So watch noticeboards and the Korumburra Anybody interested in assisting with the repairs Community Web page and App. to the buildings or in becoming a member may There is a new area to look now, the Korumburra contact Joan on 5655 2126, or Syd on 5655 1247. Community Noticeboard on Facebook.

What’s on in Poowong?

Poowong Garden Club; Every first Tuesday at the Poowong Uniting Church at 7:30pm For further details contact Diane Sheedy on 0404 042 619

Poowong to Bus: Every Thursday a bus departs at 9:40am from the Poowong Post Office, returning to Poowong at 2:30pm

Myn Myn Cafe: Poowong Uniting Church, every Wednesday from 9:30am to 3:00pm

Line Dancing classes for beginners : Every Wednesday and Friday 10am=12pm, Poowong East Hall. For further details ring Rose on 5659 2246

Korumburra Car Club

The Car Club mets in the VRI hall near the station every second Thursday at 7:30pm. All welcome: all ages, all vehicles (including motorbikes).

For more information please contact the President Wayne Davey p. 0400 115 547

Events and Happenings Page 37 CALENDAR OF EVENTS MARCH Thu 5 Camping in the library p.16 Thurs 1 Historical Society p.18 Historical Society p.18 Burra Artists Exhibition begins p. 18 Sat 7 CWA Exhibition p.13 Fri 2 World Day of Prayer p. 24/25 Nyora Library p. 16 Sat 3 Anglican Parish Car Rally p. 20 Sun 8 CWA Exhibition p.13 Sun 4 Jumbunna Bush Market p.31 Tues 10 Easter Holiday Program p.21 Tues 6 Ostomy Social Group p.30 Pancake Luncheon p.24 Arthritis Support Group p. 35 Wed 11 Orchid Society p.11 Poowong Gardening Club p. 37 Lego Stop Motion p.16 Wed 7 Lego Club 16 Poowong Story Time p.16 Fri 9 Inverloch Jazz Festical starts p.6 Thur 12 Karaoke Dance Party p.6 Sat 10 Inverloch Stamp Fair p.5 Sat 14 Coal Creek Farmers Market p.14 Coal Creek Farmers Market p. 14 Trivia Night p. 21 Nyora Library p. 16 Mon 16 Term 2 begins Mon 13 Inverloch Jazz Festival ends p. 6 Tues 17 Coal Creek Probus p.4 Wed 14 Orchid Society p.11 Sat 21 Nyora Library p. 16 Flower Arranging with Yvonne p.16 Tues 24 Koringal p.32 Thur 15 Round Table p. 26 Thur 26 Burra Artists p.18 Sat 17 - Working Horse & Tractor Rally p.9 MAY Sun 18 Relay for life p. 9 Tues 1 Ostomy Social Group p.30 Tues 20 Coal Creek Probus p.4 Arthritis Support Group p. 35 Thur 22 Burra Artists p.18 Poowong Gardening Club p. 37 Sat 24 Nyora Library Wed 2 Lego Club p.16 Tues 27 Koringal p.32 Thurs 3 Historical Society p.18 Wed 28 Burra Artists exhibition ends p.18 Sat 5 Nyora Library p.16 Thur 29 School term ends Sun 6 Jumbunna Bush Market p.31 APRIL Tues 8 Heritage Fruit Growing p.16 Sun 1 Easter Service Coal Creek p.25 Wed 9 Orchid Society p.11 Jumbunna Bush Market p.31 Sat 12 Coal Creek Farmers Market p.14 Mon 2 Coal Creek Easter Hunt p.21 Tues 15 Coal Creek Probus p.4 Tues 3 Ostomy Social Group p.30 Sat 19 Nyora Library p.16 Arthritis Support Group. p.35 Sun 20 Poowong Antiques & Collectables Fair Poowong Garden Club p.37 p.21 Wed 4 Lego Club p.6 Thurs 24 Burra Artists p.18 Poowong Story Time p.16 Sat 26 Golf Club Presentation Night p.17 Tues 29 Koringal p. 32

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Page 38 The Burra Flyer Events and Happenings Page 39 Korumburra Craft Group

We meet at Milpara on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 10.30am to 3:00pm. A charge of $4 per person covers tea/coffee plus the costs of heating or cooling the room used. The onject is to have a ‘get- together’ with craft, patchword, knitting, crochet, embroidery and UFOs.

Enquiries: Betty 5655 1378 or Anne 5655 1626