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ommunity Seers Road at the end of the property. two decades and Lynette says home, vineyard, winery vines amongst the Shiraz stalwarts Arthur month. But for the Chapples, it’s she has loved every minute of plant and Cellar Door from so we extended (the range) and Lynette The couple recently sold back to Melbourne – to the it. scratch. It all sits on the again, and later we developed Chapple will say the winery to Peter Christen Oakleigh area where their “The picking, the sorting shore line of beautiful Cairn a Cabernet Sauvignon,” he Cgoodbye to Maldon and of Bendigo, who plans to children, grandchildren and and everything to do with Curran Reservoir. said. their beautiful winery on continue making wine on the great children live. making wine has been our Arthur recalls that they The first commercial Mind you, moving back to way of life here at the winery,” started off by making Shiraz vintage was released in 2004. the big smoke is going to take Lynette says. and then decided they needed They had come a long some adjustment. The couple bought the a white so they added a Rosé. way from their life in Mount Harvesting and wine picturesque 100 acre, ‘bare “We did that for a couple Waverley where Arthur making have been part of block of dirt’ back in 1999 of years and then we discov- worked as a plumber. their daily routine for the past and built their beautiful ered 150 rogue Semillon Continued on page 5
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Friday, May 21, 2021 • TARRANGOWER TIMES 1 Community Diary If you have a community event that you would like publicised in this Community Diary, please email: [email protected] or send details to us at PO Box 18 Maldon 3463, or drop a note into the letterbox in the office door to have 2021 it listed. This is a free community service. It is a good idea to advertise closer to the event.
EVERY DAY EXCEPT MONDAY THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICE. Book the day prior for your door-to-door service. Trips within and to Maldon & Castlemaine in the morning, fortnightly LIONS CLUB OP SHOP 10am to 2pm. Enq: Jenny 0407 158 833. CRYPTIC CROSSWORD MORNINGS from 10am MNC Community garden. trips to Maryborough and Kangaroo Flat. Phone 5475 2093. $3 one way, $5 return. FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH THE MALDON GARDEN, FLORAL ART AND CRAFT CLUB, 2pm. Enqs: Carmel 0417 More info: www.maldonnc.org.au/community-bus. 014 763 or Robyn 0418 544 966. CASTLEMAINE FARMERS MARKET, 9am to 1pm at the IGA carpark in Forest MALDON MUSEUM HISTORY RESEARCH CENTRE 10am - 1pm. EVERY TUESDAY Street. Enq: www.castlemainefarmersmarket.org or 0490 366 243. MALDON SOCIAL WALKING GROUP, Gentle walking. 9.30am meet at Maldon EVERY SUNDAY COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICE. Book the day prior for your door-to-door Neighbourhood Centre. service. Trips within and to Maldon & Castlemaine in the morning, fortnightly MALDON MUSEUM, Shire Gardens, 11.30am - 2pm. Admission $2.50 adults, HATHA YOGA WITH WENDY 9 – 10.30am at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. children free. trips to Maryborough and Kangaroo Flat. Phone 5475 2093. $3 one way, $5 return. More info: www.maldonnc.org.au/community-bus. IMT - ARE WE BEING HEARD? You can listen to us on your phone you know. EVERY SUNDAY FORTNIGHT MAH JONG for seniors 10am-1pm at Maldon Community Centre. Beginners Listen on the TuneIn Radio App- MAINfm 94.9, or on your computer http:// MALDON PÉTANQUE CLUB games every second Sunday at St. Brigid’s at 1.30 for welcome. Enquiries: Kerry 0407 738 855. mainfm.net, OR SMS during the program on 0488 863 186. Please SIGN Your SMS. SOCIAL GOLF a 2pm start. Enq: Sandy Noble 0429 006 130. Andrew Leckie 5400 1054. COMMUNITY PANTRY Delicious home-delivered meals. Order info@maldonnc. – 8.30am – 9 holes, free for members or $10 green fees. Enq: SOCIAL PÉTANQUE is played on the Penny School pistes every second Sunday, org.au or 5475 2093. [email protected] or Gay Reid 0413 013 766. alternating with MPC, at 1.45 for a 2pm start, unless rain is bucketing down, or it SECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH MALDON BOWLING CLUB, at 10am, as long as COVID restrictions allow. is over 30°. Enq: 0459 093 452. MALDON BRISK WALKING GROUP MALDON RSL SUB-BRANCH Monthly meeting in the Maldon RSL Hall behind the SECOND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH , 7.30am meet at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. Athenaeum Library at 3pm. All Service and ex Service members are welcome to attend. No meeting in January. MALDON MARKET: Hand Made, Home Grown, 9am – 1.30pm. Bill Woodfull MALDON SOCIAL TABLE TENNIS 1.30pm-3.30pm, Maldon Community Centre. Cost LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH Recreation Reserve. $10 subscription to Maldon Seniors, $2 donation on the day. Enq. Anne 0425 859 LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH 662. MAREE EDWARDS LISTENING POSTS are postponed until further notice. My CASTLEMAINE REPAIR CAFE, 10am - 1pm at Castlemaine Community House ,30 MALDON CROQUET CLUB 9.30am. New members welcome. Enq. Ray Austin office is still available for assistance, please contact us on 5410 2444 or maree. Templeton St. Enter from back door. Bring along broken electrical, general sewing 0448 338 251. [email protected]. repairs and maybe a cuppa and weekend paper in case you have to wait a while. YOGA AND RELAXATION, Maldon Neighbourhood Centre Hall. Evenings EVERY SATURDAY No kitchen because of COVID. Gold coin donation. Learn to repair. 6-7.30pm. Come and try, first class free. Enq: Andrea 0427 772 878. ATHENAEUM LIBRARY High Street, Maldon. 9.30am - noon. Enqs Suzette Phillips EVERY MONDAY FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 0429 776 893. MALDON MEN’S SHED OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE, Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 9.30am-2.30pm. Enq. NUGGETTY LAND PROTECTION GROUP meeting. For further info contact From 9am to 12pm at rear of Vintage Machinery Museum 5475 2093 or [email protected]. Christine Fitzgerald – [email protected] – 0419 347 408. (accessed from Phoenix Street). All welcome. Contact Barry Murfett 0403 352 753. ATHENAEUM LIBRARY High Street, Maldon. 2-4pm. Suzette Phillips 0429 776 893. EVERY WEDNESDAY (Note: Closed on days of Total Fire Ban or over 38°). MALDON CROQUET CLUB 9.30am. New members welcome. Enq. Ray Austin 0448 MALDON BRIDGE CLUB at the Maldon Hotel, 1.15pm - 4.30pm. New players ATHENAEUM LIBRARY High Street, Maldon. 2-4pm. Enqs Suzette Phillips 0429 776 338 251. welcome including solo players. Enq: Danny Murphy 0430 733 782. 893. SATURDAY 22 MAY MALDON WALKING GROUP, starting at 9.30am for a gentle walk. Start at Maldon CANASTA for seniors 10am-1pm at Maldon Community Centre. Beginners EMERGENCY SERVICES EXPO Neighbourhood Centre. No booking required. Cancelled if heavy rain or a Code welcome. Enquiries: Lyn 0409 566 551. at the Western Reserve, Castlemaine. The free event is on from 10.30am-2pm. Red Day. Enq: 5479 1000. COMMUNITY LUNCH, 12 noon, Maldon Community Centre. Delicious two-course SOCIAL GOLF – 8.30am – 9 holes, free for members or $10 green fees. Enq: lunch. Every Wed. during school terms. All welcome. $5. Enq: 5475 2093. SUNDAY 23 MAY [email protected] or Gay Reid 0413 013 766. EASY STEPS TO FITNESS AEROBICS, 9am - 10am Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, MALDON URBAN LANDCARE, Launch of ‘Indigenous plants for the garden in FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH beginners welcome. Starts 5 May. $10 concession, $15 full. Enq: Sean 0419 210 Maldon’ brochure by Maldon Urban Landcare. Frances Cincotta, from Newstead CRYPTIC CROSSWORD MORNINGS from 10am MNC Community garden. 043. Natives, recently featured on ABC Gardening Australia, will have plants for MALDON MEN’S SHED sale. At the old Battery site in Adair St. East, starting at 10.30am. Morning tea SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTH , 10am to 4pm at rear of Vintage Machinery Museum (accessed from Phoenix Street). All welcome. Contact Barry Murfett 0403 352 753. provided. Supported by a Mt. Alexander Shire Council Community Grant. Enq: Bev THE MALDON GARDEN, FLORAL ART AND CRAFT CLUB, 2pm. Enqs: Carmel 0417 (Note: Closed on days of Total Fire Ban or over 38°). Phillips 0407 770 350. FREE VOLUNTEERS MORNING TEA 014 763 or Robyn 0418 544 966. MALDON MUSEUM, Shire Gardens, 11.30am - 2pm. Admission $2.50 adults, at the Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum at children free. 10.30am. In the event of wet weather the morning tea will be held at the Maldon Freemasons, 147 High Street, Maldon. HATHA YOGA WITH WENDY 5 – 6.30pm at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. WEDNESDAY 26 MAY YOUNG AT HEART PLAYGROUP, Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 10-11.30am. Enq. SUICIDE RESPONSE GROUP COMMUNITY FORUM Tarrangower Times 5475 2093 or [email protected]. , at the Castlemaine Town Hall 7-9pm. Register via trybooking.com/BQTTI. Your Paper, Your Stories, Your News! MAH JONG at the Neighbourhood Centre 6.30pm. Enq: 5475 2093. THURSDAY 27 MAY Est 1858 EVERY WEDNESDAY FORTNIGHT BIGGEST MORNING TEA AT PLAISTOW HOMESTEAD GARDENS. $YDLODEOHIURP0DOGRQ1HZVDJHQF\&DVWOHPDLQH1HZVDJHQF\ 324 Rodbor- ART & CRAFT GROUP 1.30pm – 4pm at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. 1HZVWHDG&RXQWU\6WRUHDQG%DULQJKXS*HQHUDO6WRUH ough Road, Joyces Creek 10am - 12.30pm. All proceeds to the Cancer Council. Enq: EVERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY Lilian and Peter Skilbeck 5476 2450. +LJK6WUHHW 32%R[ 0DOGRQ9LF SATURDAY 29 MAY MALDON CEMETERY FRIENDS WORKING BEE 9.30am - 11.30am. Please come 7HO out and help get our historic cemetery clean, weed free and blooming! Our ceme- BIGGEST MORNING TEA AT PLAISTOW HOMESTEAD GARDENS. 324 Rodbor- (PDLOHGLWRU#WDUUDQJRZHUWLPHVFRPDX tery grounds and buildings need a little care and attention from some willing ough Road, Joyces Creek 10am - 12.30pm. All proceeds to the Cancer Council. Enq: ZZZWDUUDQJRZHUWLPHVFRPDX helpers on a regular basis. Training, equipment and morning tea provided. BYO Lilian and Peter Skilbeck 5476 2450. ZZZIDFHERRNFRP7DUUDQJRZHU7LPHV Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and especially gardening gloves. SUNDAY 30 MAY ZZZLQVWDJUDPFRPWDUUDQJRZHUBWLPHV EVERY THURSDAY MALDON’S BIGGEST MORNING TEA, 10-11.30am Maldon Neighbourhood 2WKHUFRQWDFWGHWDLOV GENTLE TAI CHI Resumes 30 January, 2020. 11.30-12.30 at Maldon Centre, gold coin donation for crazy hair. Bookings: 5475 2093 or info@maldonnc. -HII-RQHV (GLWRU RUHGLWRU#WDUUDQJRZHUWLPHVFRPDX Neighbourhood Centre. Contact Jenny 0417 475 270 to register. org.au. .DUHQ6ORDQ 'HVLJQ_$FFRXQWV RU MALDON BOWLS CLUB, Bowls practice anytime Thursday until dark. GUIDED RIVERSIDE WALK IN NEWSTEAD, east route of the Loddon River meet NDUHQ#WDUUDQJRZHUWLPHVFRPDX MALDON BRIDGE CLUB 12.45pm to 4.30pm at the Maldon Hotel. New players at 10.30am at the Anglican Church Hall. Morning tea afterward. Bookings are .HUU\&DLQ $GYHUWLVLQJ RU welcome including solo players. Enq: Danny Murphy 0430 733 782. essential 5479 1000. Free and all welcome. NHUU\#WDUUDQJRZHUWLPHVFRPDX MALDON CROQUET CLUB 9.30am. New members welcome. Enq. Ray Austin 0448 *XDUDQWHHG2IILFH+RXUV 338 251. Bendigo Health Psychiatric Services Regional Triage 0RQGD\:HGQHVGD\DPSP MALDON CHESS CLUB 10.30am. Do you play? Come along. Do you want to learn? Come along. For enquiries contact John 0438 012 076. 24 hour emergency – $'9(57,6(0(17/2'*(0(177,0(6 OASIS KID’S CLUB, 3.20pm-4.45pm Maldon Baptist Hall, Edward Street. All f&ODVVLILHGVQRRQ7XHVGD\ primary aged children welcome. Free. Enq Gavin & Julie 5475 2338 or 0458 084 1300 363 788 f&DVXDO'LVSOD\QRRQ7XHVGD\ 728. &2175,%87('$57,&/(6 SECOND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH EMERGENCY COUNSELLING SERVICES f&RPPXQLW\DQG1HZVQRRQ7XHVGD\ f/DWHQRWLFHVVXFKDV%LUWKVDQG'HDWKVE\DP:HGQHVGD\ FREEMASONS MALDON meet at 7.30pm. Enq: Peter 5472 2202. EVERY FRIDAY Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 7KH7DUUDQJRZHU7LPHVLVDPHPEHURIWKH9LFWRULDQ&RXQWU\ 3UHVV$VVRFLDWLRQ7KH7LPHVLVRZQHGE\7DUUDQJRZHU7LPHV ATHENAEUM LIBRARY High Street, Maldon. 2-4pm. Enqs Suzette Phillips 0429 776 Lifeline (24 hours): 13 11 14 3W\/WGHGLWHGE\-HII-RQHVDQGSULQWHGDW([SUHVV3ULQW 893. Mensline Australia: 1300 78 99 78 0RUZHOO CHAIR YOGA 11am – 12 noon at Maldon Neighbourhood Centre. &RS\ULJKWLQWKLVSXEOLFDWLRQLVKHOGE\ COMMUNITY PANTRY Delicious home-delivered meals. Order Parentline: 13 22 89 7DUUDQJRZHU7LPHV3W\/WG5HSURGXFWLRQRIDQ\ [email protected] or phone 0472 537 866. SRUWLRQLQFOXGLQJDGYHUWLVHPHQWVDQGSKRWRJUDSKV Suicide Helpline: 1300 651 251 ZLWKRXWSHUPLVVLRQLVQRWSHUPLWWHGDQGPD\ FRQVWLWXWHDQRIIHQFH&RS\ULJKWi Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636
2 • TARRANGOWER TIMES Friday, May 21, 2021 Lights, Camera, Action! THE deserted laneways of was based on the lyrics of 10 years, has recently been the barn was set up as a of bustling dresses, bonnets this coffin Sir! Porcupine Village, on the Bob Dylan’s song The Ballad purchased and is in the makeshift dressing room, and a smart suit, which they One of the lead actors, outskirts of Maldon, were of Frankie Lee and Judas process of being brought hairdressing studio and had purchased from the op Sasha Cuha, who has worked bustling with activity last Priest. back to life, with the help gathering place for the cast shop for the occasion, and with Mad Alice Productions Sunday. “All the words that Dylan of Jimmy Chaplin, who was and team of extras to warm were involved in shooting for five years, said it was People milling about in sings are the actions and involved with the initial their cold hands by the fire. when the sun went down. good to be involved in a petticoats, vests, boots and dialogue of the film. In building, 30 years ago. The biting cold did little Dressed in their finery small production company bonnets, as a small, inde- essence the story of the film According to Jimmy, to deter the excitement of the they walked the dirt path which enables him to take pendent film crew from is about friendship and the the previous owner would huddles of extras, all happy between the historic build- on numerous roles. In A Melbourne were shooting temptations that life gives source old buildings from to spend their Sunday being ings, following commands Ballad of Friendship Sasha the final scenes of a A Ballad us that can get in the way of local towns and have them part of a movie production, from the film crew to stand is an actor, producer, art of Friendship. that,” Reuben said. brought back to Porcupine particularly those with a here, now walk over there, director and he is producing Director, Reuben Meltzer, The replica gold rush Village and reassembled. keen interest in acting and and please could you carry Continued on page 8 said the classic western film village, empty for the past The biggest of these, the filmmaking. old Barn, Jimmy says, was Finlay Harris, 13, who Fence works raise originally owned by a family would like to pursue a career in Moolort, and brought to in acting, was excited to have News in Brief concerns Maldon, where it was care- the opportunity, along with Climate Change equipment and skills. fully returned to its original her father, Ron Harris and The Castlemaine SES Business Mount Alexan- state and was often used as step-mother, Fiona Steward, Unit will even be doing a live der’s next major event will be a place where locals would to be part of the movie shoot. demo of a road crash rescue! held on Monday 7 June from gather for dances on a full The three arrived early in It’s on from 10.30am-2pm 6pm-8.30pm at the Goods moon. the morning, fantastically and it’s free! On the day of filming, dressed in old world garb, Shed in Kennedy Street, Roo warning Castlemaine with special guest speakers, drinks and A reminder to motorists A History of Muckleford catering for a rich discussion that there are a lot of kanga- on The Business of Climate roos around at the moment. Change. Drivers are advised to The discussion will be be alert at all times when centred on exploring the travelling on country roads. vast array of funding and Kangaroos are very active subsidies available to help during dusk and dawn so local businesses reduce their please take extra care during Ç Clearance works were recently undertaken to build a carbon emissions and save these times. boundary fence around Porcupine Village in Maldon. on power bills and the forum Calling all farmers will hear from local busi- The CFA is inviting people nesses who have embraced SEVERAL residents have finished within a fortnight. in the agriculture sector to raised concerns about “The original idea was to these opportunities. Check out the Expo! participate in a focus group works that are currently build a colour bond fence in Castlemaine at 7pm on underway on the perimeter but that wouldn’t have fit Here’s a great activity for Monday 24 May. of Porcupine Village on in with the surroundings, all the family tomorrow, The focus group discus- the corner of Allans and so we’ve gone for a black Saturday 22 May. sion will help the CFA to Maldon-Bendigo roads, cyclone wire mesh fence Why not drop into the get a better understanding Maldon. which can blend in with the Emergency Services Expo of farming sector needs, so “There are bulldozer background.” at Western Reserve in that they can design better tracks there less than a metre Mr Baird said someone Castlemaine? resources to help farmers from the Maldon-Bendigo had recently contacted There will be heaps of prepare for fire on their Road and quite a few trees Council to complain and activities for kids, give-aways, farm. have been knocked down,” sent them photographs of and local emergency services For more information, or said a resident, who did not the work that has been done volunteers and staff will to book in, email c.barber@ want to be named. so far. be on hand to show off the cfa.vic.gov.au or call 0419 “What’s going on? It looks He said Council contacted latest and greatest vehicles, 549 940. like they’re putting in a the owner of Porcupine BMX track or something?” Village to check on the Doug Baird, the manager extent of the works and is Ç Author Ken James with his latest book, A History of of Porcupine Village, told satisfied for the works to Muckleford. the TT they were actually proceed. putting in a new boundary MELBOURNEBASED Castlemaine and Mr Baird said other work fence for security reasons. local historian, Ken James surrounding districts comes Open every day of the year! Shop when it suits you! to upgrade and clean up at has just completed A History from the fact that his great Come and browse our ever changing range of cards, ribbon and “(Mount Alexander Shire) wrap. Council has been informed the property was progressing of Muckleford. great grandparents, William well. Telstra & Optus prepaid mobile cards in stock. and they have given us The book is 503 pages in and Elizabeth James and Home delivery of all major newspapers, magazines & The permission to clear a 4 metre “We’ve been concentrating length it is made up of 24 their children, resided at Tarrangower Times. track so the fencer can get in on refurbishing the inside of chapters and 20 appendices. Golden Point, Chewton Your local specialist there and do the work,” Mr the motel units and the resi- Ken is the co-author of between 1857 and 1875, stationery store Baird said. dence and then we’ll move Yapeen of Yesterday (2017), A William working as a Phone 5475 2433 “We’ve been very onto the restaurant. History of Seventeen Central miner. In 1875, the family conscious of the number of “At the same time, we’ve Victorian Schools: Baringhup, purchased land at Lyal, adja- MALDON trees we’ve pulled down and been tidying up the old Baringhup East, Baringhup cent to Redesdale, which have actually dog-legged buildings (in the replica West, Bradford, Brokenback, they farmed up to 1912. some to miss them.” township) and making them Eastville, Gowar, Muckleford, Copies of A History of Mr Baird said a local safe.” Muckleford South, Neer- Muckleford are available landscaping architect has Mr Baird said local trades- eman, Nuggetty, Porcupine from the Mount Alexander been engaged to help work people were being used to do Flat, Shelbourne, Shelbourne Shire Tourist Informa- GROCERIES OPEN LIQUOR OPEN through the rest of the plan the work. South, Tarrengower, Walmer, tion Centre in the Market Mon-Sat: 7.30am - 7pm Mon-Thurs: 9am - 7pm to keep everything as pris- “Every single one of them Walmer North (2018) and A Building, Castlemaine as Sun: 9am-5.30pm Fri-Sat: 9am - 7.30pm tine as possible. so far has come from Maldon History of Guildford (2019). are copies of the other books Sun: 9am-5.30pm He said the fence should be or Castlemaine.” Ken’s interest in mentioned above. SPECIALS from Wednesday 19th May to Tuesday 25th May Cadbury Chocolate Block Great Northern 30 Can Steve Barty Gas 160-190g $2.50ea Block $50.00ea Locally farmed Proudly servicing Maldon and surrounding districts in: bio-dynamic beef & Australia Imperial Carlton Dry 24 pack Domestic LPG deliveries • LPG appliances Meat voucher is Mandarins $2.99kg $47.00ea Forklift gas • Industrial and hospitality gases lamb on hold until BP oils and greases Free local delivery further notice. For all your LPG needs, contact Steve Barty 11-17 Main Street Maldon. 5472 1262 or 0417 524 713 19 Main St. Ph. 5475 2271 Ph: 5475 2458 Friday, May 21, 2021 • TARRANGOWER TIMES 3 Biggest ever community bank grants ARE you part of a targeted use of funds that Wednesday 26 May 2021, “The Community Bank also improved, along with of the community centre,” community based group or are responsive to commu- with light refreshments was pleased to support this the unexpected benefit of said Folk Festival Director organisation based in (or nity needs in order to create available from 5.30pm for project with an $8,000 grant creating a warmer space for Pam Lyons. servicing) Maldon, Dunolly, a sustainable, resilient and a 6pm start. They will also to replace the shabby, worn performers thanks to the Applications for the 2021 Harcourt, Newstead or the thriving society. be running a facebook live stage curtains, knowing insulative properties of the round will be open from 1 Mount Alexander region? The launch of the program stream on their facebook that this project has wider curtains. June-9 July and can be made Community Bank Maldon happens with an information page for those that can’t community benefit, with “Thanks to the Maldon at bendigobank.com.au/ & District is looking at night where past participants attend in person. groups such as the Maldon Community Bank for their foundation. running one of their biggest will speak and further infor- Branch Manager Adam Easter Fair, Brass Band, generous grant for the new For enquiries call Shannon ever community grants mation regarding who and Balzan regards this program primary school, theatre drapes. We’re thrilled at the Burdeu on 0478 435 110 programs in 2021! how to apply will be given. as one of the diamonds in groups and community and difference the drapes have or email her at executiveof- The Community Grants The forum will be held at the crown of Community family events also benefiting made to the sound and feel [email protected]. Program is designed to make the Maldon Golf Club on Banks. from the upgrades,” Adam “This is a great oppor- said. tunity for organisations The stage is now and not-for-profits to get surrounded by professional that project off the ground quality stage curtain (black MALDON'S that they might’ve been rear and side curtains, and dreaming of – these funds deep blue ones for front of could be just what they need stage) creating a more stylish BIGGEST to make things happen”. space. YOU’RE In their last grant round The drapes block the audi- INVITED (2019), the Maldon Commu- ence’s view of the side stage, Community Bank • Maldon & District MORNING TEA nity Centre received new allowing performers, techni- stage curtains thanks to an cians and off-stage helpers to Community Grants application for funds from remain out of sight. SUNDAY MAY 30, 10-11.30AM the Maldon Folk Festival. The stage acoustics are Forum MALDON NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE A Community Grant may be just what your organisation Come dressed in your floral best. Join in the Floral Fascinator needs to make a great idea happen. fashion parade for prizes and fun! Kid friendly. Gold coin donation for crazy hair! When Wednesday 26 May Help us reach our $1000 target. $30 donation per person. Time Refreshments from 5.30pm for 6pm start Bookings: 54752093 or Where Maldon Golf Club, Golf Link Rd [email protected] Phone Shannon Burdeu on 0478 435 110 for more
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Community Enterprise Ç Community Bank Maldon and District’s Branch FoundationTM The Maldon & District Community Bank Grants Program is a management account of the Community Manager Adam Balzan and Maldon Folk Festival Director Enterprise Charitable Fund ABN 12 102 649 968 (the Fund), The Bendigo Centre, Bendigo VIC 3550. Sandhurst Trustees Limited ABN 16 004 030 737 AFSL 237906, a subsidiary of Bendigo and Adelaide Pam Lyons check out the plush new drapes at the Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178, AFSL 237879, is the trustee of the Fund. OUT_2031484, 29/04/2021 Maldon Community Centre. FSA/DET0020-01
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4 • TARRANGOWER TIMES Friday, May 21, 2021 Youth Camp aims to help community Trail on track for $1.2M funding recover from the year lost MALDON’S Blue Light Mr Mitchell said there that tourists and locals can Youth Camp is looking at could also be opportuni- all be part of.” providing wholistic therapy ties for the Camp to help Since it started in 1990, services that will enhance stimulate recovery for local the Blue Light Youth Camp and support not just at- businesses, and also become has run school camps risk youth, but the wider involved with tourist and which specialise in bicycle community at large. event celebrations. safety and more recently “Post-COVID, people are “For instance, we could have introduced programs still grieving,” says the Blue look at becoming partners in targeting young people who Light Camp’s Executive some sort of festivals.” have been identified as being General Manager Jonathan There is already some- at risk of becoming a victim Mitchell. thing in the wind. or perpetrator of crime. “I think there’s an oppor- “In October, we are organ- The Camp offers the tunity for us to provide ising an event to explore the unique opportunity for programs that look at beauty of Maldon that will children to undertake our helping people mentally, showcase a range of arts and Bicycle Safety Program Ç Local were delighted to hear Bendigo MP Maree Edwards announce $1.2 million in physically and spiritually.” crafts, music and a fun run Continued on page 27 funding for the completion of the Castlemaine-Campbells Creek Trail. BENDIGO West Maree have enjoyed working with Backyard Fest finds a new home in Newstead Edwards MP has announced them to achieve it,” Ms nearly $1.2 million in Edwards said. BACKYARD Fest, a Council’s decision to VCAT “A music and arts festival The Committee of Manage- funding for the completion “All those involved in the weekend music and arts for review, a delay which had is something that everyone ment for the Racecourse is of the Castlemaine to current section of the trail festival scheduled to take the potential to force the can enjoy, with the added also eager to bring events Campbells Creek 6km should be congratulated for place in November, has been event’s cancellation. benefit of bringing in a new accessible off-road path and back to the site after the their hard work and dedi- relocated to the Newstead Given the commitment cohort of visitors to our trail network. challenges of the past year. Racecourse and Recreation of Councillors to hold the beautiful shire. “Mount Alexander cation to creating a healthy, Reserve. event, Council staff and “The Newstead Race- “It’s also a positive oppor- Shire Council, Friends of restored environment, that The festival, which was event organisers have been course and Recreation tunity to promote artistic Campbell Creek Landcare the community can enjoy. originally planned to be working together to find a Reserve is an ideal venue talent, bring people together and other members of the “I look forward to enjoying held in Elphinstone, was suitable alternative venue. for the event, and used and help grow tourism to the community have lobbied a walk along the full trail granted approval (subject to “This Council believes a to host large scale events, shire.” hard for this funding and I once it is completed.” conditions) by Council at its creative, connected commu- such as ‘Chopped’ and the Backyard Fest will be held Meeting of Council on 16 nity like ours should make ‘Newstead Swap Meet’. February. the effort to ensure there are “The 80-acre site features from 12-14 November and Letter to the Editor will showcase bands and After the decision, events and entertainment for camping facilities, and A plan to Make people, as well as residents DJs, with live performances, opponents to the proposal all parts of the community,” shower and toilet blocks, Maldon Modern? who love our town, to subsequently referred Mayor Tony Cordy said. making it ideal for the event. yoga and art installations. contact Mount Alexander So the sneaky Shire Shire Council and Stephen Council is going to ‘trial’ Gardner to protest against ‘We’ll miss you, Maldon’ a pedestrian crossing in this attack on Maldon’s Continued from page 1 Maldon’s tiny Main Street we’ve produced here varied was the way wine was made with the town – the people, biggest attraction, our histor- depending on what Hughie back then.” the events – the whole thing.” shopping strip. In those days, Arthur also ically intact Main Street gave us – we had 40 barrels These days, Arthur drinks When this rubbish idea was Maldon is going to miss precinct. Your livelihoods are did a course in viticulture and one year and only four barrels very little except for the occa- first proposed over a year ago, the Chapples too and the under threat. went to university. the next because Hughie sent sional sip of shiraz, mainly I and others protested against wonderful input they have Visitor numbers will drop “I did a double degree four vicious frosts instead of because of his condition, the proposed alterations made to the community over in Business and Applied rain.” Parkinson’s Disease, which in to our historic streetscape, if Maldon starts to look more Commerce, but I didn’t The expression - ‘Send it turn is part of the reason why the years, which includes clearly to no avail. like every other town. finish it – I didn’t need it, the down Hughie’ - heralds from they are selling up. their terrific support for the Where does Stephen Those big modern rubbish University of Life was better,” the turn of the 20th century “We’ve had a fantastic time Maldon Twilight Dinner Gardner, our local coun- bins (also meant to be a he smiles. when bushmen would cry but basically we’re selling (right from the outset), Taste cillor, stand on this issue? ‘trial’) were the thin end of Over the years, Chapple’s for the rain to come pouring because of my ability to work of Gold, the Freemasons and Oh, that’s right, he called it the wedge, and this pedes- Cairn Curran Estate has won down. the farm any more. the Blue Light Youth Camp ‘new heritage’. trian crossing is the next step in what looks like a plan to many awards including gold It goes without saying “But they’ll need a shoe to name just a few. Has anyone requested this medals at Rutherglen and Make Maldon Modern. that Arthur has always been horn to get me out of the The final word from infrastructure? I doubt it. Ballarat. Our council is notorious for Why bother to under- known to fancy a drop of tractor and a hydraulic jack Arthur. “Our aim has always been the good red himself over the to push me out! preferring to spend on new ground the electricity and “We would like to thank all to make the best quality wine years. “We’ve absolutely had so infrastructure rather than then do this? available and, like a lot of “Yes, I drank a very vicious many happy times here – just of the local people who have maintain heritage assets. Speak up, people of winemakers, I’ve always said drop of Saltram’s Hermitage the parties and all the dos that supported us over the years I call on all Main Street Maldon. ‘good wine is made in the back in the ‘50s and ‘60s – we’ve done, it’s been great. and I hope they continue traders, accommodation Lauren Williams, vineyard’. it was a throat-wrenching, “We’re going to miss to support Peter in his new providers, gallery owners Maldon “The amount of wine tooth-straining red and that Maldon and everything to do adventure.” and tourism-allied business More letters Page 6.
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8 • TARRANGOWER TIMES Friday, May 21, 2021 Castlemaine Health Mayor thanks our ‘community champions’
his week (17- creatives. 23 May) is “Dedicated volunteers T National drive buses to take residents Volunteer to community lunches, Week when organisations swimming and activities Australia-wide that keep them active and acknowledge people who connected. They shop for give their time and talents those who can’t, and visit freely as volunteers. them to bring joy and Mount Alexander Shire company to our communi- Council Mayor Tony Cordy ty’s most vulnerable. his National four volunteers due to illness said he wanted to acknowl- “Other volunteers help Volunteer or caring responsibilities. edge and thank the many maintain cricket pitches, T Week we are But evidence shows that volunteers who give so watering systems and celebrating our volunteering connects us passionately through council other facilities at our many volunteers under the theme with others, leads to better services, facilities, events sporting ovals and recreation Recognise, Reconnect, mental well-being and that and organisations to build reserves. Reimagine. the very act of giving to our community and civic life. “Let’s not forget the The theme is pertinent. In communities gives back to “We so appreciate our community champions the last few years, we have ourselves. As we at Castle- many volunteers whose who serve on committees of all dealt with so many life- maine Health work to adapt generous help means we management at our commu- changing challenges. It is our practices and programs can offer more activities nity halls and facilities. impossible to reflect on those to better support and engage and programs to benefit the They’re ever at the ready - events - bushfires, floods and volunteers, we fervently hope young and old,” Cr Cordy taking bookings and setting a pandemic - without recog- that we can once again work said. up kitchens for events, then nising the volunteers who closely with our volunteers “Our volunteers warmly packing down afterwards were ever-present in the crises to deliver our shared purpose welcome and guide tour- supporting those who needed and making sure we know of caring for our community ists at the Castlemaine and when things need fixing or their help the most. together. Maldon Visitor Information servicing.” Ç Council volunteer Pamela Hayward has been While our shire was On behalf of Castlemaine Centres, acting as ambas- During this week, Cr volunteering at the Castlemaine Visitor Information fortunate to be spared the Health, I’d like to thank our sadors and advocates for immediate impact of fires and Continued on page 20 Centre for four years.. volunteers for their patience, our many tourist sites and floods, we all have friends understanding and adapt- accommodation businesses. and family who were directly ability. It is time now for us to affected and saw the efforts of “Others champion the reimagine how the future can cause for young people, volunteers in their communi- be created for volunteers. If ties first hand. While formal serving on Council’s Youth you’re interested in becoming Advisory Group and helping volunteering ceased during a volunteer with Castlemaine organise events like the the pandemic, there was no Health, then we’d love to hear Young Makers Markets and shortage of volunteers flour- from you. ishing in our community. Volunteer, Sue Race Battle of the Bands to create Volunteers set up commu- Castlemaine Health CEO opportunities for young nity food pantries and delivered meals, mentors kept in touch with young people over the phone and many informally made such thoughtful gestures – drop- ping in puzzles, games and books to those in hospitals and aged care. Our volunteers not only accommodated with under- 7KDQN\RX standing, the changes wrought by the pandemic but 7KDQN\RX also adjusted roles and took on new ones. 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Box 185 Castlemaine VIC 3450 w www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au sations continue to lose one in Friday, May 21, 2021 • TARRANGOWER TIMES 9 Maldon & Baringhup Maldon Urban Maldon Inc Agricultural Society Inc Landcare Inc.
Ç Sticky Everlastings. Photo by Frances Cincotta
ll are welcome at the launch by Maldon Urban Ç Maldon Inc thanks Bonnie Grainger for her tireless Ç Matt Mitchell won First Prize in the Junior Boiled Landcare (MULGA) of a new brochure, work over several years now, in organising the Town- Fruit Cake competition at the Midland Group Annual A ‘Indigenous plants for the garden in Maldon’, wide Garage Sale. She’s the reason it’s been such a Dinner and competition. on Sunday 23rd May, at the old Battery site in success! Adair St East, starting at 10.30am. his year’s theme of ‘Recognise, Reconnect, OVID didn’t stop our farmers, and nor Morning tea will be provided. And you’ll be able to buy Reimagine’ provides a useful space for did it stop the Committee of the Ag Show. some of the plants listed, as Frances Cincotta from Newstead T reflection on the past year. C We couldn’t hold our Show last year, but Natives, (recently featured on ABC Gardening Australia) Living with such spectacularly unexpected the Committee kept working - submitting will have a plant sale at the launch. Following the launch, the upheaval and uncertainty, everyone who volunteers in any applications for grants and getting stuck into substantial brochure will be distributed to all letterboxes in Maldon, and sector will have had cause to reassess roles and commitments. improvement works at the Showgrounds. will be available at both the Maldon and Castlemaine Infor- For many volunteers, the uncertainty of personal safety has Members of our Show committee also contribute to the mation Centres. Production of the brochure was supported meant they’ve stepped back from commitments; for others, workings of the Maldon Racecourse Reserve, the Bendigo by a Mt. Alexander Shire Council Community Grant. the tasks at hand have transformed into something entirely Sheep and Wool Show and the VAS Midland Group commit- MULGA’s main objective is to care for and preserve the different to those they expected. Speaking personally, the role I took on as President of tees… you can be assured, none of us has been sitting on our natural environment in the Maldon area. Over the years Maldon Inc became one of constantly reading, assessing hands! we have assisted Parks Victoria in undertaking weed control and analysing. The need to consider the impacts on busi- Regular Committee meetings have restarted; the Schedule and revegetation activities on parts of the Maldon Historic for the 2021 Show is well advanced with updated sections nesses and the potential for helping to ease the stresses. I’ve Reserve. We’ve recently started a new project to undertake effectively had to create a crystal ball. I’ve needed to work emailed to past participants as completed. The work on the maintenance and weed control work at the Eaglehawk Pit through the impacts on tourism and all the related sectors. grounds and buildings continues. Willing writers are keeping revegetation site, between Adair St East and Polsue St, with I’ve also worked with the council on the actions they might everyone in touch with progress. the support of Centennial Mining, who hold a lease for the take to assist. Competition is still happening as our 2019 winners were area. Recognising these changes and associated stresses is invited to compete again at the recently held Midland Group From 2017-2020 MULGA surveyed 318 original pre-1852 important for all of us. Also, to acknowledge and address Annual Dinner and competition. Our congratulations go to (pre-European settlement) eucalypts on private and public the impacts presenting for everyone’s mental and emotional all our entrants, especially to Matt Mitchell as, once again, land and roadsides in the Maldon area. Of these trees, 75% well-being. Doing so, and understanding the changing risk he swept the field in the Junior Boiled Fruit Cake, taking are estimated to be aged between 200-550 years. You can landscape, is critical if we are to reconnect with our commu- out First Prize. Matt qualifies to compete in the Royal nities and social circles. For many of us, moving back into access maps and the tree list at www.connectingcountry. Melbourne Show late this year. our usual volunteer roles has required a reimagining – where We are delighted to say our fundraising Old Time Dances org.au/landcare/what-is-landcare/landcare-stories/mulga. some of us are busier than we’ve ever thought possible, and are also allowed to operate again. These dances, organised by We continue to work with Mt. Alexander Shire Council to others have revamped and reinvented their lives entirely. Not Show Committee members Ross and Hannah Dohnt, are a obtain long-term protection for these precious trees. to mention the influx of population with so many people major source of funds. This allows us to provide entertain- In June 2018, MULGA re-planted the two memorial moving to regions like ours. ment for children at no extra cost. If you’re not a dancer, circles on Anzac Hill with 64 Yellow Gums, a local indige- Volunteers and volunteering have never been as important watch out for our fundraising Wood Raffle - tickets on sale nous eucalypt, as all but one of the original Mahogany Gums as they are now. Of course, some people have decided to step soon! had died. Due to the dry conditions in 2018-2019, not all of away from long-held volunteer roles that have been part of The Show has a long tradition in Maldon and Baringhup. the new plants survived, so we re-planted in 2019 and 2020, their lives. These decisions are always honoured, as are the contributions they have made. The Committee has worked hard to keep that tradition alive. but thanks to good rain last spring and summer, the vast However, the roles and rewards have only increased for We gratefully acknowledge the work of past Committee and majority are now growing well. We will continue to re-plant those who can continue in volunteer positions or take on new as necessary. Society members. There is always a welcome to anyone who roles. These are the people who keep our communities func- would like to join the Society and to help out, especially on We really appreciate the MULGA members who willingly tioning. They provide the social glue that makes everyone the day of the Show itself. So come and join us or contact our help with our activities, and it’s great that we have been able feel a valued part of our town. And these are often the best fantastic secretary, Leeanne Mitchell, via email: secretary@ to ‘Reconnect’ with everyone now that our working bees ways we can welcome newcomers to our town and to involve maldonshow.com.au. have got going again after the restrictions in 2020. them in the groups we are a part of. Maldon and Baringhup Agricultural Show, Sunday 17 If you would like to join MULGA, or find out about our So, Happy Volunteer Week to all volunteers out there. October 2021, Maldon Racecourse Reserve, Lewis Road, working bees, contact Bev Phillips on 0407 770 350 or email We’re glad you’re here! Maldon. [email protected]. Kate Gamble Maldon & Baringhup Come to the launch of ‘Indigenous Agricultural Show plants for the garden in Maldon’ Maldon Inc. Committee brochure and a native plant sale on Thanks to our volunteers, Sunday 23rd May, starting at 10.30am, at the old Battery site in Maldon Inc. celebrates all volunteers and local businesses and the Adair St. East, morning tea says thank you to all Maldon in Winter wider community for their provided. A0026248L contributors ongoing support. We welcome new members who #maldoninc th th Enq: Bev Phillips care about Maldon’s natural The 157 Show is on Sunday 17 October, 2021. www.maldon.org.au Enq. 0407 833 380 0407 770 350 environment.
10 • TARRANGOWER TIMES Friday, May 21, 2021 Tarrangower Village ounded in 1976 on altruistic principles still re-locating to and individualising their new home. adhered to in the present day, Tarrangower Further information can be gained from our website: www. F Village is a not for profit organisation. tarrangowervillage.com.au or by contacting the secretary via They provide low-cost retirement housing for email at: [email protected] if you are those eligible from the Maldon District. interested in a place on our waiting list. Over the past 40 years, 16 one-bedroom and three two-bed- room self-contained units have been built at No 4 and No 9 Chapel Street South in Maldon. The last completed in 2020. Tarrangower Village is managed entirely by a volunteer committee, which is committed to operating the Village for Tarrangower Village Inc. the benefit of its Residents through the provision of mainte- “Independent Living in Retirement” nance and administrative services for those capable of living independently. We appreciate and are proud of the efforts of our volunteer Providing low cost housing for committee, all of whom are personally and actively involved in all areas of the operations of the Village, from ensuring eligible Maldon retirees. Ç Tarrangower Village Inc. is a not-for-profit association we meet our statutory obligations to garden working bees. Managed entirely by Volunteers. run by volunteers, managing an independent living The transition to living in the village community is strongly A village within a village community. supported by a committee member assisting new residents in Maldon Museum & Maldon Lions Club Maldon Seniors Club Archives Association
Ç Maldon Amalgamated Miners’ Association banner - the earliest known surviving trade union banner in Ç Kerry Bean assists members during their weekly Ç The Maldon Lions Club Op Shop is open and doing Victoria. Mahjong session. good business. he volunteers of the Maldon Museum & aldon Lions Club Op Shop is always looking n a recent visit to the Seniors Club Rooms, Archives are a multi-skilled and talented team. for volunteers. “We welcome anyone who President Lyn Costello told the Times that T They are fully engaged in tasks from research M would like to help - it might be for only an O they were all happy to be back and in full and cataloguing and the associated chores of hour or two a week - whatever time you can swing after COVID. scanning and data entry to policymaking and ensuring spare would be appreciated. I’m in the shop on Fridays The Maldon Seniors Club is a friendly, active and youthful adherence to the Museum Accreditation Program and Sundays if you would like to come and have a chat.” group of over 55s who enjoy getting together. They offer fun (MAP). We were awarded this in 2020 after five years of Lions Club Coordinator Jenny Fitzpatrick said. activities, which include table tennis, mahjong and canasta. concerted effort. This busy little enterprise occupies two spaces (61/63 High There are also occasional lunches and dinners. To celebrate our reopening in April this year, a volun- Street) in the block of four shops on the left-hand side as you When the Times visited the club rooms, 10 members were teer-created temporary pictorial and text presentation titled drive out of town towards Castlemaine. keen to begin their weekly game of mahjong. Volunteer ‘Tarrengower to Conservation’ has been a special feature at They have a great selection of bargains, everything from Kerry Bean is always there to help out if anyone needs a little the Museum and will remain on display at least until June. clothing and homewares to furniture. The shop is main- instruction on the game. tained beautifully by the band of volunteers. At present, they This club is not just about games. There is a bit of struc- Our volunteers continue to develop and refresh our perma- cannot take any donations as they have been overwhelmed ture with a lot of friendship forming. New members are nent exhibition. They are justifiably proud of the work they with the locals’ generosity. Of course, this will change, and always welcome with an affordable membership of just $10 do for the preservation of the history of Maldon and District they will, once again, welcome your donations. The shop is per year. and in making it accessible to the people of Maldon and the open every day except Mondays from 10am to 2pm. Morning and afternoon teas happen weekly, and a winter general public. The Maldon Op Shop continues to support a variety of lunch, at a venue yet to be announced, is planned for June. Operated and managed entirely by volunteers, the Museum community groups. The profits from the shop are distributed The group also enjoy a special Christmas get together each is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 11.30am to 2pm. to these groups. Two major community events come under year. The Research Centre is open every Friday from 10am to the Lions Club umbrella: the Maldon Easter Fair and Carols So, if you are new to Maldon and would like to make 1pm. Find out more via our website: www.maldonmuseum. by Candlelight. friendships, spend time with like-minded residents and enjoy com.au or contact the secretary on: secretary@maldonmu- So, whether you would like to help out or if you are after a one of the games offered or maybe you would like to suggest seum.com.au. bargain, call in as you are welcome. something different, contact Lyn on 0409 566 551. Maldon Museum & Maldon Lions Club Maldon Seniors Club Archives Association Building a brighter future for Thank you to our volunteers. 93 High Street, Maldon the world It's great to be back. Join us for: www.maldonmuseum.com.au Table Tennis ~ Mahjong ~ Canasta ~ Lunches Volunteers are priceless – “NOT ONLY IN A CRISIS BUT EVERYDAY Membership only $10 per year thank you to all Maldon's Volunteers LIONS ARE SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY”. We meet Tuesdays & Wednesdays At Maldon Community Centre. MuseumM open every WednesdayW d d and dS Sunday d 11.30am 1130 If you are interested in joining, to 2pm. History Research Centre open every Friday 10am to 1pm. contact Jenny on 0407 158 833 Enq. Lyn 0409 566 551.
Friday, May 21, 2021 • TARRANGOWER TIMES 11 “Volunteering plays a vital role in the development of social cohesion and social connection – both of which help alleviate loneliness.” UNVolunteers (2019), 2018 State of the World’s Volunteerism Report The thread that binds Volunteerism and community resilience. Victorian Goldfields In Maldon Today SteamPacket Railway