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The Charlton Park Oval is set for a transformation, thanks to The facility will provide a perfect base for the Charlton part of a $2,148,786 grant for the Lighting up Buloke project from Cricket, Football, Netball, Hockey and Lawn Tennis Clubs to the Victorian Government’s Community Sports Infrastructure develop programs, train, host games and events. These Clubs were Stimulus Program. The other recipients of this grant are the each also recipients of $1,000 Community Sports grants that will Wycheproof Reserve oval, tennis courts and hockey pitch, the make it that little bit easier for the clubs to support players and Donald Tennis Club and the Nullawil Netball & Tennis clubs. volunteers to train together again and look to a return to The project will light up Charlton Park Oval with 200 lux for competition. In making the announcement, Labor Member for the hockey pitch, 350/250 lux for the tennis courts and 100 lux for Western Victoria, Jaala Pulford, acknowledged the Charlton Park the oval. Once complete, the project will address a gap in the Clubs and Buloke Shire for their commitment and financial provision of safe, equitable and compliant local community contribution to the project. facilities in Charlton. Tormey’s IGA plus Liquor

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Inside the CCN Editorial September 2020 Edition Carolyn Olive

Page 1 Charlton Park Lighting Boost Hello everyone, Page 3 Stage 2 Beautification Completed Welcome to the September edition of the Community Page 5 Golden Grains Museum News Newsletter. Beautify Charlton Page 6-7 VP Day Thank you to everyone for their contributions. Normally in - this edition we are advertising all the upcoming Spring Page 8 9 Charlton Community Projects events. Alas the calendar is empty so we’ll have to make the Page 10 Charlton Golf Club most of the other things Charlton has to offer. The walking Charlton Croquet Club track is a popular spot these days and the river is looking lovely. And if you don’t venture to the top end of town that Page 11 Charlton Harness Racing News often, a visit to the Lions Park is worth it. The grevilleas and Page 12-13 Charlton Neighbourhood House eromophilas are out in flower. It’s a terrific vantage point to Page 14-16 Charlton P-12 College overlook the town. - Page 16 18 Notices The newsletter is being delivered again to all households free Page 19 Club News of charge. Thank you to our deliverers and also the Page 20-24 Sponsors Neighbourhood House.

Thank you to our new sponsor—Charlton Property Upcoming Events Maintenance. We welcome Steve to our town and the newsletter. “Last Tango” in Charlton? Both our boys are still ensconced in their house in Burwood Charlton Arts has unfortunately had to cancel our previous 3 continuing their uni studies online. We do miss their wood Cafe Culture live Shows that were planned for this year due to chopping efforts over the winter and it’s certainly been a cold COVID 19 restrictions. one.

We are still holding out some hope that the final Show “La The season has improved immeasurably since the last Busca Tango” scheduled for Saturday October 31st can travel newsletter. How quickly things change. out of Melbourne if restrictions are eased. Pencil it in your calendar just in case we can all get together again: if not we Stay safe and well. hope to be back in 2021 . Carolyn

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Contributed by Jenny Pollard Mid August saw Stage 2 of Charlton’s beautification project completed with the final plantings of the Crimson Sapphire prunus trees on the east side on Mildura Way. Thanks to the support of the Buloke Shire and the work of Shire gardener, Ken North, the empty nature strips have now been filled with the new trees, some of which are already showing signs of budding. The three-stage project, funded by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR), plus significant local donations is an initiative of the North Central Garden Club. In an effort to boost the town’s streetscape appeal, and create a feeling of community pride, the beautification process has involved extensive communal consultation and input to achieve a positive outcome not just for the present, but for well into the future. Unlike the Stage 1 planting, which involved the use of a hydro- vacuuming vehicle for fast planting, Stage 2 took place over a number of days. During the process a surprising reveal occurred – the discovery of a one metre wide brick gutter on the west side of Mildura Way. (Local history buffs might be able to enlighten us further about the existence of a brickworks in town). With Spring approaching the town should soon be seeing the project literally blossoming before their eyes! More news about the next stage of Charlton’s transformation will be circulated soon. Right: North Central Garden Club member, Bernice Kenny, is pictured with Buloke Shire gardener, Ken North, as the last of the Stage 2 plantings took place in August.

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Another month has passed by and our mentioned that when they first occupied belonging to Mrs Peel, who had an community is still affected by COVID-19 the inn – for which they paid 200 pound – orchard, and the other to Mrs Hayes, a restrictions. Here at the museum we still it was comprised of 4 rooms, the walls nurse. The latter informed her she would are not open to the general public, but are and roof being mostly made of bark. have to obtain her water from the sheep continuing to work within guidelines Cracks in the walls and roof permitted wash at 5 shillings a load. Mrs Egan said behind the scenes on all the routines that the entry of dust by day and of starlight she was ashamed at the colour of her need to be done. Cataloguing our by night. There was no tank, the floor linen after her first wash. A billiard table collection, receiving donated goods and joists were weak, the planks jumped and was sometimes used by shearers to sleep maintaining the records is work that the roof leaked. One of their first tasks on who would often play upon it the next never ceases. therefore was to obtain sheet iron and day. The hotel took about 200 pounds a Within our collection are many old weatherboards from St Arnaud, from week in busy periods and as low as 10 documents from many varied sources which township they also, at first, pound a week in quiet times”. including the former Charlton Shire. In obtained their meat supplies. These In closing, we always welcome any November 1963 the Shire Secretary supplies were delivered but the service items of local history for our collection. forwarded to his Excellency, Major was unsatisfactory. One week the butcher Maybe you have photos, a written or oral General Sir Rohan Delacombe, a history would send too much, the next he would history of a family member or some on the Charlton Shire. This month’s be drunk. Beer was kept in the cellar interesting keepsake. We would love to feature is a small excerpt from that report. under the bar and in summer the pipes know about it. “Among the first comers about this were bound for coolness. The zinc on the We hope to reopen our doors very time (1870) was Mrs Con. Egan who, bar was often too hot to touch. Water was soon, but in the meantime please call one with her husband, took over an inn from scarce to obtain and hard. Mrs Egan of the numbers below for any enquiries Mrs Collins (afterwards Mrs T. T. (later Mrs Winifred O’Keefe) stated that you may have. Weston). Mrs Egan spent many years at she well recalled her first washing day. President Anne – 0408547973, Charlton and has given a firsthand There were only 2 houses on the other Secretary – Carolyn 0418361971, description of her early life there. She has side of the river to Charlton, one Archivist – Markus 0413129216.

The replanting of all the main thoroughfare is nearly the coming two summers. We do need your support. complete and what a picture it will all be within the next few  Firm agreement and understanding with those residents in years! the thoroughfare who will water ‘their own’ trees on a There is just a little bit more to plant out in Mildura Way regular basis. We will be speaking with you all. which should be complete in the next couple of months.  Volunteers with their own trailer to take ownership of the • Background work is happening slowly on Town Signage. watering of a section. Gear supplied. The process itself is We have been limited by the Covid restrictions and remain simple. in discussion with the Shire and by association Vicroads. • Personal tax deductible donations directed toward the The aim is to be totally clear on all the criteria required by Beautify Charlton project are now available through the the Shire and Vicroads for the 5 town signs before we put Golden Grains Museum. a suggestion(s) before the community. The same as Stages Remain aware of Facebook updates, local town promotion 1 and 2, community understanding and agreement is spots and the Newsletter over the coming months. It is vital the

required and vital for this community project. Committee receives community feedback. • Once we are sure on the criteria, we will be making clear Spokesperson on the project for the Garden Club is Robin at the soonest possible moment how people can engage in McRae 0400 522 700. this process. Stay healthy everyone, things are not getting any easier any • Progress on the concept of the Charlton Notables is time soon. impacted by our ability to move around and get together. Beautify Charlton The coming month or so will determine that progress. Pride in Your Town. Passion for Your Town. • There are two things we will be actively looking for over ‘A Whole of Town Project.’ 6 September 2020

Contributed by Jenny Pollard 1945 recorded that a Thanksgiving towards the victory which had finally 15th August this year marked the Service was held at the Victoria Hall on been gained.” 75th anniversary of World War 2’s the Thursday afternoon following the The loss of life, and with the fate of ending in the Pacific region. Australia declaration of peace. An estimated many still in the hands of the enemy, and regions across this geographic area crowd of around 450 attended. the celebrations were tinged with commemorated the historic occasion The front page of the paper featured feelings of anxiety. For those still far which brought about the conclusion to a large cross listing the names of the from home there would be a burning six traumatic years of world upheaval. fallen with the words “Sacrifice”, desire to return to their loved ones and Commemorations were muted for this “Peace” and “Devotion” surmounting to forget the past, Cr. Roberts said. anniversary as the coronavirus the top. The unleashing of nuclear power pandemic continues to make an impact. Officiating were Shire President Cr. was mentioned as “the terrible secrets The surrender of the Japanese to the H.S. Roberts along with the combined of nature” – a force which had now Allies on 14 August 1945 meant the clergy of the area. passed into the hands of man . . . war was finally over. Named VP Day - Opening the proceedings, Reverend creating a challenge for all mankind to “Victory in the Pacific” – the following A. Mourell stated that it was a privilege live and work in peace or perish by their day – the 15th - was consumed with to be in the Hall to give thanks, that own hand. unbridled celebration throughout they were free to worship God, Thanks were extended to the Australia. unconstrained by the enemy. members of the Services, the national Most of us have seen the film Cr. H.S. Roberts began his address leaders, to the country’s powerful allies footage - the tumultuous excitement and saying it was with great joy that they and to all who contributed towards the euphoric crowds, delirious with the could offer thanks to God that peace final victory. realization that freedom and peace had had come to the world after six bitter The combined church choirs lead the been restored and that the tyranny of years of war. Passing through the hymns as well as presenting an anthem. war was over. anxious times when invasion of the A souvenir order of service was made For readers who experienced the country seemed almost certain, Cr. available to all who attended. Featuring event first-hand, there would have been Roberts said the courage, endurance and a blue and gold cover with a simple many memories. This coverage sacrifice of the fighting forces, had been design including the cross, a dove and highlights our local reactions and backed up by the “splendid efforts of the dates 1939-1945, the inside front personal reflections of that momentous those on the home front. The citizens of page were listed those who had made day. the Shire of Charlton had every reason the ultimate sacrifice. The Charlton Tribune of 17th August to be proud of the contribution made Concluding his address Cr. Roberts

Above: A large contingent of RSL members are pictured marching at the 60th anniversary commemoration in 2005. 7 September 2020

said, “Let us be worthy of the sacrifices many things, while glad the war was commemorations this year, a photo made by the fallen, the wounded, the over, his reflections held some sadness. from the 60th anniversary in 2005 sick and devote our energies towards re- “I remember the day after the war shows the extent of community support shaping a better world.” finished...parting from our ship, the and pride which accompanied the For Charlton resident Lesley Cox, Vendetta...a lot of my life was on that observance of the milestone occasion. her recollections of VJ Day (Victory in ship. I remember they stripped off all its All sectors of the Charlton community Japan) have been recorded in guns and the depth chargers. They turned out in force for what was an “Charlton’s Oral History of World War towed it out of Sydney, off the Point emotional and impressive day hosted by 2” compiled by Charlton College Year and used it for target practice. That was a significantly larger contingent of 12 students in 2001. probably the saddest day I remember...” Charlton RSL members. As a sixteen-year-old living in In contrast to the restrained Mitcham, Lesley’s account recalls - “the joyous feeling when the war was finally over and people gathered around the Melbourne Town Hall to celebrate VJ Day. We were packed in like sardines and the next thing I was way up in the air and I turned around to see who had hold of me, and this huge American soldier with the biggest grin on his face...had picked me up around the waist and thrust me in the air. All I could see was this face with these massive rows of teeth smiling. I have never seen a smile like it!” By contrast, Alan Swift’s memories of the end of the war held an entirely different meaning. Having joined the Navy as a 17 year-old on the ship Vendetta – which carried out escort duties from Townsville to Port Moresby, Milne Bay and Medan – Alan spent from 1942-1946 at sea. Formative years, through which he learnt and saw

Above: Lesley Cox, whose VP Day recollections were so vivid. Right: The front page of the Charlton Tribune declaring the end of World War 2. 8 September 2020

The spread of coronavirus across the As we recover from the unprecedented entrance signage and landscaping on all 5 globe has caused seismic disruptions to our social and economic changes this pandemic roads to Charlton. Consultation with the everyday life. For months now our daily has created, we must embrace the community was heavily endorsed to a activities have rarely extended beyond the opportunities. Now more than ever it is format similar to the Stuart Mill and Avoca confines of our own properties. For a lot of imperative that we create new ways to keep examples using local rock. Beautify us that has meant more quality time with our small rural communities active and Charlton hope to incorporate the friendly family, more engagement with our vibrant. We need to utilise and improve our river town back into the entrance also. neighbours or undertaking projects as we green spaces, support local business, boost Consultation between the Streetscape have had a chance to slow down. For others tourism opportunities, and grow our project and Town Entrances will ensure a it may be a rather negative experience with community. cohesive result. This project is anticipated feelings of isolation, anxiety and stress, All of these projects have a community to be completed by June 2022. particularly for those vulnerable people and centric approach; they embody Charlton’s Charlton Pre-School— small business owners. resilience and creativity. Below is a small Buloke Shire Council But what is the impact of COVID-19 on summary of the projects and the group The Charlton Pre-School Precinct is 1 of communities and what does community responsible. If you would like further 3 current early years facilities being recovery look like? information on any of the projects, or if undertaken by Council. It is currently out to Since the commencement of the your project does not appear on the list tender and the plan is for a prefabricated pandemic Charlton Chamber of Commerce please email [email protected]. If building of $1.2million. Plan A is to and Industry, Charlton Forum and Charlton you have suggestions for existing projects, construct this over the holiday break and Neighbourhood House Presidents have been including funding opportunities, or any new Plan B is being investigated. This project is discussing these questions weekly. Through project ideas please text 0475 007 525 or anticipated to be completed by June 2021. the Buloke Shire Council they have been place written ideas and concepts under the River Walk Solar Lighting— able to express concerns and seek outcomes door of the Neighbourhood House. These Charlton Forum for responsive actions; individual, will be discussed at future Charlton Forum Charlton Forum requested to Buloke organisation and business support; and meetings. Charlton Forum is the custodian Shire Council 7 additional lights to match community engagement; as well as of the Charlton 2030 Plan, that is the the existing ones to complete the river walk implementing community driven responses. consulted document by Government for between Arundell Road and Lundy Street. As more funding becomes available from funding decisions. This is anticipated to be completed by June Federal and State Government for Funded Projects 2021. economic stimulus the focus on the group Streetscapes—Buloke Shire Council John Curtin Drive Fencing— turned to best future outcomes for the A Buloke wide Project Control Group Travellers Rest Committee community. Coming out of the current has been formed and whilst some funding This fence and covered walkway is on slower, more localised environment, an has been received Council anticipate that the east side of John Curtin Drive. The increased appreciation for public spaces and the ideal upgrades will exceed the amount contract has been awarded to Danny Wright stronger community connectedness is funded. Some initial drawings and costing and the build has commenced this week. projected. With the current lockdowns have been developed. Community There will be a concrete footpath with community groups have had limited consultation will be undertaken prior to matching pattern to the existing one and opportunities for physical meetings or commencement and this will be through the powder coated fence. The project cost is working bees and there is a potential risk of Forum as a conduit to the community. $30k that has been funded by Maitreya community projects compounding stress on Climate differences have played a role in Monies, Travellers Rest Committee, and these groups. It was this need of supporting the plans that will predominantly focus on Bendigo Bank. This project is anticipated to each other with the complication of street furniture, bins and beautification of be completed by September 2020. implementing projects during COVID that a the main street and incorporate the walkway Charlton Park—Charlton Park 2020 meeting was called. The Charlton Project beside the Globe Hotel connecting the Stage 2 ($325k) will have several Information Sharing Meeting used both River Arts precinct and the CBD. This components both at Charlton Park and at technology and physical distancing to project is anticipated to be completed by the Harness Racing Training Track. A large incorporate one representative from all December 2021. machinery shed will be built on that site. A known current projects in the 3525 area. River Project—Buloke Shire Council new VET room will be established and the The reps reported updates, shared learnings A project Control Group has been old sheds directly opposite the function on pandemic difficulties, funding formed, tenders have been received and at room will be removed opening up the river opportunities and discussed further ways the August Council Meeting they will be view. The area will be revegetated with the projects could link to each other for the recommended for awarding. This project indigenous species and link to the betterment of Charlton. All participants incorporates the redevelopment of the indigenous stall labels. Fencing and believed there were many advantages to Charlton Weir ($150k) that has been improvements will be included on the west collectively considering community completed. The focus will be on sealing end, replacing 12 of the removed horse projects and further meetings are planned, Davies Street between James Paterson stalls and sealing the carpark are all along with groups connecting on a project Bridge and John Curtin Drive with bitumen, included. This project is anticipated to be basis. improved fencing on both business back completed by July 2021. There are currently 10 funded projects and river side and artwork. The fund has An application for further funding of being undertaken in Charlton, a further 8 criteria of activating areas of river and $120K has been made for the wool display- shovel ready projects that are seeking water fronts. This project is anticipated to stall covered area. funding and 6 projects that have been be completed by December 2021. Buloke Shire Tourism and Liveability discussed at the responsible group level that Town Entrances—Beautify Charlton Brochures—Buloke Shire Council will be seeking community consultation in Beautify Charlton has evolved from trees Council has received $50k drought the near future and funding shortly after. in stages 1 & 2 to the first impression town funding to address the need for a branding 9 September 2020

identity, image library, individual town Dept. of Education. The old Police Station being negotiated with the owner and a brochures and new residents’ packs, is no longer suitable for size and toilets are suitable artist is being sought. Due to the identified in the Economic Development & external. The existing building will be large number of wall art appearing we are Tourism Strategy. Each community will turned into a lunchroom for visiting seeking something completely different and have their own DL brochure. The tenders students and a working staff office for social media worthy. Funding has not been have been awarded and there is a project visiting staff, who currently have no place sourced for the bridge and wall 2, yet. This control group comprising of BSC staff, to operate from which is a deterrent to some project will work closely with the River EDATAC and Buloke Tourism schools. The building applied for will be a Project for cohesiveness. representatives. The project will have Mod 5- 2 classrooms, kitchenette, toilets Projects being developed. delays due to COVID-19 but there is an and has a quoted installation cost of $300- Silo Art anticipated completion date of June 2021. 400k including surveying, build and fit out Graincorp Corporate has provided a Caravan Parks costs. It is a competitive process spread project manager and have advice on all A. Gordon Park—Travellers Rest across regions. Applications closed 14 permits required. This is in its absolutely Committee August and results should be known by end basic concept and further consultation will B. Wooroonook—Buloke Shire of September early October, with be undertaken. Council construction to be undertaken as soon as ADAPT- Climate Change— $13k has been received to retile the possible. Charlton Forum ladies and men’s showers from the First People’s Art Trail— ADAPT Loddon Mallee is a regional Camping and Caravan Park Grant. Tenders Neighbourhood House auspice approach to climate change adaptation to are currently out. The Neighbourhood House has increase community resilience. The Forum Wooroonook Lakes Caravan Park have successfully secured $20k from Bendigo has endeavored to promote the idea and received funding for $168k to upgrade Bank as a challenge grant for the have linked people. through the same pool of funding. A project community contribution of 20% for the Charlton Notables—Beautify Charlton manager has been appointed and the tender Creative Arts Activation Grants Round 2 The idea is enhancing community pride process has been advertised and will close opening in August. This project has an art and visual appeal to be admired and shortly. The project will upgrade the curator and indigenous consultant and it is respected. This concept has changed and powered sites and include landscaping. The envisaged to incorporate both physical and currently is looking at rocks with plaques project may be delayed commencing due to audio indigenous stories. There are between the weir and the low water bridge. caretaker mode; however, the grant preliminary discussions to create an art trail Beautify Charlton will facilitate the acquittal period expires in December 2021 in Buloke. This project will be connected to formation of the committee and select the and that target should be met.Charlton the Charlton waterways. chairperson. The initial proposal was along Park Lights— Charlton Fire Station, Group Office & the lines that the nominee is deceased Buloke Shire Council local Command Centre—Country Fire (preferably) and that they have had an Funding has been obtained through the Authority impact on the development from beginning Community Sports Infrastructure Program, Currently endeavouring to find a suitable to today of the establishment of Charlton. with a Buloke wide application- Light Up site that is outside the flood overlay. This The concept is unfunded and at a suitable Buloke. Three clubs-Charlton Tennis, project is a priority for the district however time in the next month a think tank will be Hockey & Netball identified that they had a CFA have no recurring funding for station undertaken that will lead to the design, need for upgraded lights and all will be builds and must place supplementary bids criteria, operation etc. required to contribute 10%. Further to the Government. River walk extension—Charlton Forum conversations will occur between the three Park Play—Buloke Shire Council The Forum are seeking funding from organisations, other clubs impacted by the Under play space $30k was secured for a State Government Trails program for this. project and Buloke Shire Council Project study for 4 out of the 5 major towns play After discussion it was proposed to extend Manager. spaces and Berriwillock (Sea Lake already the walking track from Lundy Street around Shovel ready projects seeking completed). The concepts developed are Charlton Park to the east to the Weir where funding extremely exciting however incredibly a track had been mowed years before. Rex Theatre Extension— expensive. They are all designed to be Community Forest—Charlton Forum Rex Theatre Committee destination play spaces, encouraging people The Forum see this as a natural extension The Rex is working with Buloke Shire to travel around Buloke for a different to the river walk to the Donald Road Council and FRRR to seek funding for a experience. These projects are all costed at Community Forest. Funding will be applied multipurpose facility to be placed at the $200k+. Funding is being sought and the for in the next 6 months. back of the Theatre at stage height. Plans project will be broken down if all funding is Travellers Rest Cabins— and permits have been obtained and the not available. Hopefully funding for the Travellers Rest Committee project has been costed at $800k. A concept will be secured in 2021-2022. There is an increasing request for onsite comprehensive plan was presented Two Walls and a Bridge— cabins. The committee are currently looking indicating that there will be a performer Neighbourhood House auspice at designs options and seeking funding change area that could possibly double as a This project included the completed RSL opportunities. Neighbourhood House meeting / training Wall and is using an art curator. James room, this includes new toilets and baby Paterson Bridge it is proposed will be Charlton Chamber of Commerce change area including all access facilities. painted white from street level up and on & Industry, Charlton Forum & the solid concrete pillions a bush tucker CharTSEC—Charlton College Charlton Neighbourhood House An application for a replacement species with a native bird will be depicted on the roadside. This will link the river arts building has been made through the Victorian Government Building Works $2.7 trail; the river walk and the first people’s art Working together for Charlton billion fund, with $20 million allocated to trail. A second wall in the Main street is 12 September 2020

On Saturday 15th August, 18 men Trevor McGurk were a distant second with Benno Catherine and the in form Peter played golf in much softer and greener 67 points. Sexton. conditions, following good rains. Masking Nearest to the pins were Brett Schofield Receiving an honourable mention was up and social distancing certainly didn't on the 2nd, Peter Sexton on the 7th and the father and son teams of Brett and Aaron affect Brian Heenan. Brian scored 42 Anthony Hargreavces on the 14th. Schofield and Kirk and Cooper Boyle, both stableford points and broke through the The thought of social golf has grown in pairings being just 4 and 6 over par magical barrier to have a sub 100 score, popularity as 38 intrepid golfers braved the respectively. It was obvious that the wives with 97. Well done Brian - the challenge elements on Saturday 22nd August and are the hardest workers in the High Street now will be to keep south of the "ton" and enjoyed the challenge of ambrose pairs as businesses as 'John Tormey' and Clint avoid "raising the bat". Other good scores they walked the green fairways, dodging Olive, 'Rick Walklate' and Chris Mathews, were Brett Schofield and Peter Sexton, both showers and hail. 'Troy Heenan' and father Brian, along with recording 39 points. Peter also had a Notable were several juniors who 'Benno Catherine' and Peter Sexton all had personal best score with 93 hits. Anthony combined well, either together or in father sub 80 rounds. Well done to Alison, Hargreaves, Brendan Byrne and Wayne all and son combinations. However two teams Lorraine, Rebecca and Carmel for keeping recorded 35 points. As golfers were all stood out and were only 3 over par. The the town running. Thanks to all golfers for playing in the regulation pair, we also "Yeungroon Young Guns", Matt McGurk their cooperation in these challenging played multiple stableford. Brian Heenan and Trent Cossar (father John explaining Covid times and for adapting to the and Phil Stafford combined for a handsome that he'd inherited his 'all round' sporting changed format in which we are playing. score of 88 points, while Peter Sexton and genes) and brothers-in-law, the big hitting

Left: Clinton Olive, Vice Captain (left) and Trevor McGurk, Captain (right) in the office being Covid safe. Above: Trent Cossar hitting the ball watched by Matt McGurk.

Covid-19 Restrictions for Croquet are: Neary Cup for the 1956-57 season. Social Singles play with no access to the Charlton won the Neary Cup in 1957-58, clubhouse except for the toilets. We are 1959-60 and 1960-61. As Charlton had one of the few sports which enjoy the now won the pennant on three occasions it privilege of being allowed to play during retained the cup. this difficult time. The competition grew. For many years Our plans to celebrate 140 years since there was a first and second division but croquet was first played in Charlton are also for a few years a Division Four and an dependent on future restrictions. A Grade section. For many years the Pennant - Kara Kara: On Friday 3 Aug. competitors were Charlton, Donald, St 1956 (in the Mechanics Institute) a Arnaud and Wycheproof. Boort joined in meeting was convened by the members of the late 1970s, Sea Lake in the 1980s and the Charlton Croquet Club with the idea of Swan Hill in the 1990s. Over the forty plus forming a Pennant Group or association years the Kara Kara Association existed with the surrounding towns. Charlton had many wins. St Arnaud, Donald and Wycheproof Kara Kara was not an incorporated were represented by two delegates each. association so to enable Charlton players Boort declined as they considered they to compete at the Victorian Country were too weak. Regionals the club joined the Murray It was unanimous that an association, Valley Association. Kara Kara ceased to to be known as the Kara Kara Association, exist in 1998. be formed. Mrs Neary, from Charlton, was Right: Barb Dalrymple & Alison the first President and Donald won the first Round, 1997/98 ‘A’ Pennant Winners. 11 September 2020

LOUISE STALEY VISITS TRAINING CENTRE The Charlton Harness Racing Club was happy to welcome our local member Louise Staley to tour the Back St. Arnaud Rd Training Facility and talk all things harness recently. President Joe Thompson outlined the recent progress of the club and the vision moving forward which will focus primarily on the development of the training facility. The ultimate aim is to continue to build local trainer numbers creating an economic flow on effect for Charlton which would be significant. Louise was most interested in all facets of the harness racing industry and very positive about the progress already made by the club. She indicated that she saw great potential for growth centred around the new 2020 building and was particularly impressed with the high level of community support and club member engagement during this most difficult COVID 19 period. Louise had the opportunity to meet Mick, Denbeigh and Greg – all current tenants, and the club looks forward to her becoming increasingly involved and aware of the developments that are planned in the near future. Louise Staley pictured with Michael Gadsden, Joe Thompson, Greg Norman and Denbeigh Wade.

Mark & Gotonebetter

will involve the junior members and of course we all can’t wait to be social again with everyone! Patience….. Obviously we cannot have our renewal night which was so easy for you all to pay your renewals in the past. However for those who do not do internet banking Heenan’s Charlton Newsagency has kindly agreed to be a drop off point should you want to leave your CHARLTON TRAINERS HIT A PURPLE PATCH!! renewal money there or pick up a new membership form. As racing returned to Charlton on the 17th of August Charlton We thank Rebecca and Troy for this – a great help. trainers rose to the occasion with a winning double on the day. New forms can also be picked up from the noticeboard at IGA. Congratulations to John Tormey and Hancocks Hero and Greg Our aim for this season is to reach 700 members – with your Norman with Edwin Bromac. This was quickly followed up a help we think this is possible!! couple of days later with the Boyle stable winning at Shepparton WELCOME TO DEB FINLAY with Gotonebetter. We sometimes forget just how hard it is to win a The club extends a very warm welcome to our new numbers race so hats off to you all! It is so great to see these positive results lady, Deb Finlay. Already proving to be most efficient and a friendly face for racing participants – great to have you Deb, we coming from our town. NEXT CHARLTON MEETING MONDAY SEPTEMBER 28th hope you enjoy your new post! Charlton will again be hosting a race meeting on September 28th and whilst it does not look like there will be spectators for quite some time for those of you who would like to follow the locals you Deb Finlay can watch the races live on your ipad, computer or phone. You do not need an app. Just google TROTS VISION a few minutes before the race and push the play arrow. All race fields can be accessed at thetrots.com.au – RACING- FIELDS NEW SEASON MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE – TARGET 700!!! The new season is about to get underway and member renewals will be sent out shortly. We warmly welcome more Charltonians to support the club by joining up. We are very proud of the strong local support we have and encourage any new members to sign up. It’s easy and affordable at $15 per year, $40 for three years or $40 for a family. When we are again allowed to gather we have some plans which 14 September 2020 Charlton Neighbourhood House 30-34 High Street (in The Rex Theatre), Charlton Vic, 3525 Phone: 0473 759 456 Email: [email protected]

Continue to observe the Government’s advice on We here at the Charlton Neighbourhood House are pleased to show- gatherings, social distancing and hand hygiene. case in our window some of the amazing talents from members of Only leave home when necessary, and consult our community. This month we have been lucky to have a selection of your GP if you show any symptoms. model ships from Laurie Harvie. All hand crafted and taking around 12 What does this mean for our Neighbourhood months each to complete, make sure you check them out. Let us House? With the requirements for physical dis- know if you would like to display something in the future. tancing, sanitising and precautionary measures we will still not be reopening to the public at the present time. We encourage those who require any face to face assistance from the Neighbour- hood House to call 0473 759 456 to make an ap- pointment.

Be involved—The Charlton Neighbourhood House is looking for new members to join our Committee of Governance. If you would like to be involved with the future direction of our wonderful town Check out the list below of upcoming events and training we asset call today for information. Hope to hear have on offer that can be undertaken online in some cases, or from you. face to face following social distancing regulations. There is gen- erally a minimum number of participants required, so register your interest now.

Hand Sanitiser and wipes in a convenient travel Our Neighbourhood House delivery partner in Wycheproof have - satchel are available through the Charlton Neigh- advised us about these upcoming courses ‘Lifeguard Course in the Buloke Shire’ and ‘Aqua Fitness in the Buloke Shire’. A Yoga bourhood House and Marea’s House to Home. course is also commencing shortly in Charlton targeting older Ideal to keep in your bag, pocket or glovebox, this residents, but will be open to everyone. For further details con- is a valuable item to have available when you are tact Rhonda Allan on 0427 780 109. out and about.

Cost $30 for 50 individual satchels. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST UPCOMING COURSES

Calling all qualified Ink greeting cards or painted flower pots. Cost TBC service providers. Boat and Jet Ski Training Course. Covers Marine Licence and the Is there a course you would like to personal watercraft endorsement. Provided by Seaton Training deliver to our community? Wheth- Pty Ltd Cost $125. er it’s a health or well being, a trade skill or Certificate Course we want to hear from Hospitality Training—Use Hygienic practices for food safety OR you Participate in safe food handling practices SITXFSA002 Cost The Charlton Neighbourhood House can facilitate you $120 and members of the community as we go forward into the future. Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Cost TBC Prepare and serve espresso coffee SITHFAB005 Cost $180. - Concession Card Holders, do you know that Provide First Aid HTTAOD.003 $160 (On line component) you may be able to get assistance with your Provide First Aid Childcare and Education HLTAOD.004$190 non-mains energy bills such as LPG or Fire- (OLC) wood? - Application Forms now at CNH. Provide CPR HLTAOD.001 $70 (On line component)

Keep abreast of our activities through Charlton Neighbourhood House www.charltonnh.org.au Or look in our window and community noticeboard 15 September 2020 Charlton Neighbourhood House 30-34 High Street (in The Rex Theatre), Charlton Vic, 3525 Phone: 0473 759 456 Email: [email protected]

The Charlton Forum Community Car is still available for transporting clients to non-urgent medical appoint- ments as a user pay service, thanks to the wonderful volunteer drivers.

Bookings can be made by

contacting our Community Car - DHHS COVID-19 Hotline -1800 675 398 Officer Deb on 0438 549 274. www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Buloke Shire– 1300 520 520 The Charlton Neighbourhood House can still provide all your copying and office printing requirements. Posters, www.buloke.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-health- flyers, resumes, handouts etc, as well as secretarial alert services can all be arranged. Prices on application.

East Wimmera Health Services– 03-5477 6800 No job too BIG or too small. \ www.ewhs.org.au Phone for an appointment today. ABC Radio ABC Wimmera for local updates. #Charlton Connect #Be Kind # Be Safe Lifeline 13 11 14 We are continuing to create daily Facebook posts to help Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 brighten the day of the Charlton community and provide Kids Helpline 1800 551 800 information and activities to keep us all connected. So Nurseoncall 1300 606 024 make sure you ‘like’ our FB page and follow our posts.

Charlton Neighbourhood House Victorian Seniors Festival Reimagined Annual General Meeting- The Buloke Shire has recently announced that this year’s Thursday October 29 at 7PM Seniors Festival will be happening in a much different way. Rather than public events in October, the Festival While Consumer Affairs Victoria have been allowing will be running from May to October online and on radio. technology for general meetings, we are still seek- The festival is now up and running. Visit: ing clarification on our AGM. CAV are giving groups https;//www.buloke.vic.gov.au/victorian-seniors- an automatic six month grace period due to the festival COVID-19 restrictions. Details will be advised. Buloke Shire Working for Victoria positions

While there has been a good response in Buloke for this

Easy ideas to stay connected. program with many of the 50 positions being taken up, We all know how important it is to keep in touch with your some spots are still available . family, friends and neighbours. Here is a couple of easy fun things you can do during this isolation period that may To apply for these positions you must register through help. https://www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria. You will be sent an email and asked to download an app. Phone roulette— Go through your phone contacts and call Here you can complete a pro- the fifteenth person listed. (Hopefully it’s not your dentist) www.sidekicker.com.au. file and a computer generated matching service will for- Challenge yourself to phone someone different every day. ward positions to you with more detail, and you can also If you are part of a club or team, use the time you would apply through this platform. normally be together to jump on the phone and catch up. Contact the Charlton Neighbourhood House if you require Start a telephone tree. Phone two friends for a chat and any assistance. Phone 0473759456. then ask them to do the same for someone else. 10 September 2020

We have returned for round 2 of remote learning for 2020. Staff took on board feedback and learnings from our first round and made adjustments to how they are doing things. All reports are that the students have found this round a lot better. It is becoming very normal and it has been lovely to see everyone’s smiling faces on the screens, as virtual lessons are more regular this time around.

Above: We held our August assembly and had great attendance. Our captains Sarah and Maggie have been doing a fantastic job holding these remotely since term 2.

Above: Year 2 were looking at poetry and created a poem from a stack of books. Left—Fatiha’s stack book poem. Right—Sam’s stack a book poem.

Above: Year 2 have also been busy creating works of art. Lacey’s Above: Year 3 and 4 have also been creative. Making their names our of items Artwork found around the home. 11 September 2020

Year 1 students have been reading about Flat Stanley and undertaking comprehension exercises. Left— Chace’s comprehension exercise drawing. Above—Lilymae’s comprehension sheet.

Above: Some of Mrs Fitz’s Number class.

Above: Year 5 & 6 have undertaken some graffiti art. Heidi’s graffiti art name wall.

Above: They have taken many measurements on their potatoes. They have Above: The students are studying Data and Statistics and they all have compiled the data. (as a shared document on screen where they annotate). And a new best friend, who happens to be a potato. James weighing Greg. they have produced many graphs of their data. Leigh’s Pie Chart. 18 September 2020

Their favourite work to complete would have to be the work for Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden classes. I think the parents might enjoy it also, as they have cooked some lovely meals. Left—Tamsyn with her nasi goreng. Centre—Taylah assisted brother Brody to make risotto. Right—Stella with her Broccoli. Below—The Stephanie Alexander Garden page with the latest remote experience.

Ossie O’Brien Late of Charlton Age 83—2020

We would like to express our gratitude to everyone for the support shown by your kind thoughts, words, visits, flowers, cards, food and phone calls on the passing of a loving brother and generous uncle. Also your prayers during this time have been sincerely appreciated.

Thank you to Father Jim McKay and Father Eugene McKinnon for conducting the service for MARIE BENNETT Ossie.

Wishing our wonderful Mum, Nan and Great-nana a happy Please accept this as our personal Thank You. 90th Birthday on August 22nd.

Eily Rosewall, Marshall, Lionel, Kamahl, Sorry we couldn’t be with you on your special day. Dominique, Simone & Families.

Love and best wishes from your God Bless loving family. 19 September 2020

St Martin’s Messenger—September 2020 the same way in every language in the world. This makes it AMEN TO THAT understandable in every language, which is fitting considering that If you had to list the key four-letter words in the Bible, what it holds such a strong meaning. It also means that when we say would you come up with? ‘amen’, we are saying the same exact word that has been uttered as Love, Hope, Holy, Give, Lord, Gave, Hear, Thee, Thou and a confirmation of belief for thousands of years and we are speaking Amen. the same word spoken by the priests, prophets, and the Lord Jesus Amen is an important four-letter word in the Bible. Amen himself. There is certainly a beauty in this. means something like, ‘Yes, that’s true’ or ‘so be it’. With the word So, ‘’unconditional love gives without expecting anything back” Amen, we say a resounding YES to all that has been said. John 3:16 It may be a small word, and seem simple, but it is overflowing Yes, indeed. Let us together say Amen. with meaning and purpose. “Praise be to the LORD forever! Amen and Amen”. – Psalm We conclude prayers with the word Amen; we finish worship 89:52 with that word. We might even find ourselves exclaiming, ‘I’ll say Amen to that’, when someone expresses something we heartily With blessings agree with. Reverend Judi Bird 0435 593 359 Amen is one of the few words that is pronounced almost exactly [email protected] Charlton Uniting Church East Wimmera Parish—St Joseph’s Church With the current Covid 19 restrictions, we are not able to hold East Wimmera Parish: Each Sunday at services in the church building. Online services are available and 10.30am Fr Eugene is celebrating Mass on Zoom. we also encourage everyone to keep in touch by phone or messaging and offer support in this way. Due to Stage 3 restrictions there is currently As soon as is permissible, we will be back with worship services no Mass in St Joseph’s Church. Contact Fr Jim weekly at the Uniting Church in Halliday Street. We are missing the 0418 664 093 fellowship together.

Charlton Bowling Club I wish to announce that I will be a Candidate for the Another month gone, it will soon be Christmas. At this stage, upcoming Buloke Shire Council Elections in the Lower dates for pennant to commence have not been announced. Bowls Avoca Ward. Victoria are yet to release what stage 2 restrictions will be which in turn may affect how we play this coming season. I believe I have all the necessary skills and attributes to We are unable to open as planned and members will be advised make a contribution to improving our country way of life when we do know. Hopefully it will only be delayed by a week or here in Buloke. I have 20 years of community involvement two. Same with our AGM. Rest assured all members will be advised as soon as we know. and leadership with my roles as Chairman of the Charlton The Australian Open will be held in 2021 all going well. The Forum, President of Charlton College School Council, Vic Open in November has been cancelled. State finals may be President & current treasurer of Charlton Chamber of played in January but no dates or guarantee as yet. Most Major

Commerce & Industry, Director of North Central Financial tournaments have been cancelled. At the moment we can have a roll up with one other person, and Services (Bendigo Bank). Inaugural President of Buloke only 10 per green! 2 per rink with a rink between. Hopefully this Tourism Board and numerous sub committees and sporting will change on Sep 13th. clubs within Buloke. Until then, stay safe and call out if you need anything. To those bowlers with a few health issues, get better soon and take care. I will bring my experience and a fresh approach to Council See you on the green soon.

and will always have ratepayers / residents values and Stay well and stay safe. expectations in mind with every matter

I will enhance the communications between ratepayers, Charlton Red Cross residents and council by way of regular attendance at Currently, face to face gatherings are unable to be held., but community meetings and will be available for face to face Members are hopefully keeping in touch with one another and there have been Zoom meetings for those able to join in in this way! meetings with ratepayers. Emergency services are still able to be activated if the need were I will be strong on all financial matters and will consider the to arise for any deployments or disaster response. Hang in there! It community in any financial decision will be over and things will return to normal or ,rather the new normal. Please consider your Vote at these elections and Vote 1 Alan Getley Australia Day Awards

• Citizen of the Year

Written & Authorised by • Young Citizen of the Year Alan Getley 38 Mildura Way Nominations close Friday 13th November.

Charlton Vic 3525 Forms available [email protected] 16 September 2020

Coonooer Bridge Wind Farm are pleased to announce the REX THEATRE COVID 19 UPDATE commencement of the Community Grants Program for 2020. The grant program is offering financial support to eligible With the change to Covid 19 restrictions the Rex is keen community groups to encourage and support community to keep the wider community updated on our current projects that provide a service or program to residents. status. Funding to the value of $25000 will be allocated to projects that contribute to the social, economic and environmental Due to a number of factors it is not viable for the cinema sustainability of the community in the vicinity of CBWF. to return to operation just yet.

With Hollywood withholding new film releases until the Applications open September 1st 2020 and close world market is stronger, the reduction in number of th September 30 2020. attendees, and with concern for the safety of our patrons and volunteers, the Rex Board is undertaking a month by Please visit www.coonooerbridgewindfarm.com.au for further details including the community grant guidelines and month review of the situation and will keep the application forms. community informed through updates on our digital media platforms and through the local press.

For more information, or windfarm concerns & complaints please contact us via our website or call 1800 940 360. While we regret the ongoing delay, and understand the community’s desire to return to normality, it is essential that continued health compliance and availability of product are in hand before we re-open.

We thank you for your patience, and look forward to soon welcoming you back to the Rex.

Preliminary Notice

Lions Club of Charlton is intending to reproduce the Local Large Print Phone Directory for Charlton residents, businesses and surrounds in 2021

This directory will be completely new and registration forms will need to be filled in to be included in this directory as a lot of details have changed.

All Businesses will be contacted for inclusion in the Business Directory which will include the White Pages Section.

Only phone, mobile and fax numbers will be accepted.

We request that First names and Surnames be used instead of initials and this will be on the registration forms and preferred to be more personal.

We will be delivering Registration Forms to every household for inclusion in the White Pages and Business Section to be filled in and placed in the plastic bins at Tormey’s IGA, Post Office and Heenan’s Newsagent. 17 September 2020

Wimmera Girls Cricket League

The Wimmera Girls Cricket League committee have held an initial planning meeting in preparation to return to cricket in 2020.

The Wimmera Mallee Cricket Association enter a team in this competition and girls from Charlton are encouraged to take part. It is a fun and safe competition for girls across the Wimmera and surrounding districts. Charlton girls who are interested are encouraged to get in touch with Kim Fitzpatrick. Follow us on the facebook page.

Join the Fun of the Wimmera Girls Cricket League! A fun and safe cricket competition for girls across the Wimmera and surrounding districts - last year's competition had players from Horsham, Dimboola, Nhill, Stawell, Donald, Birchip, Kaniva and Charlton learn and develop the skills of the game.

Get in touch with the page if you want to find out more or if you know someone who is interested! Plant Operator - Charlton Quarry Permanent - full time

Based in Charlton and reporting to the Quarry Manager, Boral are looking for a Plant Operator whose primary responsibilities will be the safe and efficient operation of quarry plant and equipment. This is an opportunity to take your construction, labouring or agriculture experience in a new direction and build a career within the quarry industry.

Applications close: 13th September 2020. Visit http://careers.boral.com.au for more information.

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