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Woodlands Cr Pat Toohey accepts his MAV 10 year award at a gala function in Melbourne from MAV President Cr. Bill McArthur (Golden Plains Shire) Decade of representation MOORABOOL councillor Pat Toohey was honoured for his Cr Toohey said he became a councillor because he “saw a the community and to help people work through and resolve ten-year service to the Moorabool community at a Municipal need to help to protect the rights of the people of Moorabool” difficulties they have with all levels of government. Associations of Victoria function last Thursday. when it came to fair planning outcomes, improved facilities “To have been given the trust by our community to serve for Cr Toohey was one of 28 councillors to be recognised for for all ages, and creating better infrastructure for future 10 years, and on two occasions to be mayor, has been a great ten-years of service to their respective councils, with eight generations. privilege,” Cr Toohey said. receiving 15-year service awards, two awarded for 20-years He said the best thing about being a councillor was the and five recognised for 30-years of service. opportunity to bring about change and improvements for continued page 4
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Celery Local Iceberg $1.79 bunch Lettuce - $1.20 ea A birdie starts fire Fresh from our Farm BACCHUS Marsh West Golf Club was came over and called it in,” Mr Cowan “We suspect a magpie or another on fire last Tuesday. said. bird has landed on the high voltage Mangoes Rhubarb Club president Dean Cowan said “It was in the ‘rough’ on the boundary powerlines which has caused the arc he heard a bang just before 2pm on $1.69 each $1.99 bunch between the pony club and the golf and spark and ignited a grass fire,” Mr Tuesday, October 21 and when he club.” Ractliffe said. looked around he saw some smoke. Fruit & Vegetable Delivery Boxes “I went and had a look and there was a Bacchus Marsh CFA captain Nathan “An area of about one third of a hectare grass fire near the 8th hole. A police car Ractliffe said three CFA trucks attended was burnt and there was no property Now delivering to Bacchus Marsh Primary was at a nearby intersection and they and contained the fire fairly quickly. damage and nobody was hurt.” School! Pick up your box and kids at the same time! * $1 from every box ordered going back to BMPS (See website or facebook for more details) Man Everyday Living: $68.50 SPORTINGBET SAVE when ordering a combination dies of our small fruit and veg boxes. VEG BOX SMALL $36 TH 200g Green Beans NOV 1 bunch Bok Choi BALLAN CUP after 1 Broccoli* 250g Broad Beans AT GEELONG SATURDAY 8 4 Carrots 1/2 Caulifl ower* crash 1/2 Celery 250g Our Own Coleslaw* A man has died in hospital 1 Aussie Cucumber after his car crashed into 1 Eggplant a tree in Ballan earlier this 1 Iceberg Lettice month. 200g Cup Mushrooms Police believe the 20-year- 2 Brown Onions old Ballarat East man was 1kg Brushed Potatoes travelling towards Bacchus 1 bunch Rhubarb* Marsh along the Western Freeway around 3pm on 250g our Own Stirfry Mixed Vegetables GENERAL 5 Tomatoes * Thursday 9 October when 1 Zucchini MINI ADMISSION his vehicle veered off the PP $20 PP road. FRUITY TOOTY SMALL $34.50 $ The male driver was air- 3 Granny Smith Apples MARQUEE lifted to the Alfred Hos- 3 Pink Lady Apples 34 pital with life threatening 2 Hass Avocados PACKAGES GET BACK ON TRACK injuries. 5 Bananas He passed away on Wednes- 1 punnet Blueberries OR 1300 139 402 day 22 October. 250g White Seedless Grapes BOOK NOW AT COUNTRYRACING.COM.AU/BALLAN Police are still investigating 2 Green Kiwi Fruit the crash and urge anyone 2 Mangoes Admission not included. *Minimum booking 10 people. $340 for 10 people. who witnessed the incident 5 Packham Pears or with further information 1/2 Sweet Pineapple to contact Crime Stoppers 1 punnet Strawberries* on 1800 333 000 or to make a *Harvested Fresh from our Farm! confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au www.thefruitsofl ife.com.au The Provisional Road Toll now stands at 200 compared Phone: 5367 5338 Fax: 5367 5555 411 Avenue of Honour, Bacchus Marsh to 185 in 2013. Page 4 The Moorabool News – 28 October, 2014 Email - [email protected] News
Decade of representation from page 1 He said he enjoyed oppor- munity facilities across the regards to State and Federal Using water wisely tunities to advocate to min- shire and a greatly improved funding, whether it be for Water Week celebrations and environmental projects, Graham Holt, said “we are isters and prime ministers level of planning that was a walking track, upgraded have been marked by wins totalling more than $16,000. really pleased to be support- for Moorabool’s future needs a result of “understanding recreation reserve facilities for a preschool and a pri- Charlie won first prize in ing these great school and and to then see the results of future infrastructure needs or a new bridge,” Cr Toohey mary student from Bacchus the prep category of the kinder projects for sustain- that advocacy reap positive with a quality team of staff said. Marsh. poster competition for her able water use.” results and highlights of his working for the people of “Considering we are one Lerderderg Preschool was poster on the theme “Wa- Mr Holt also congratulated ter – there are more sources tenure included having the Moorabool.” of the fastest growing com- awarded a grant by Western Charlie on her win, saying Water for a new rainwater than you think!” first purpose built fire refuge “I have a keen desire on munities in Victoria, we can her poster showed a great tank, while Bacchus Marsh National Water Week, in Australia in Blackwood, behalf of our community to never take our eye off the understanding of the theme Primary School student which is in its 21st year, en- successful funding for com- make sure we get a fair go in needs for the future and it is and sense of colour. important that we maintain Charlie McKinnon won first courages communities to a strong sense of ownership prize in the annual Water take action to protect our vi- “The standard of entries in and a clear direction for pro- Week poster competition. tal water sources to meet the the poster competition this The Moorabool News tection of our water resourc- The $999 grant was one of needs of future generations. year was very high and it’s es and environment and a 14 grants handed out across Western Water’s General great to see our primary students learning about the OFFICE 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342 strong agriculture sector the region for tanks, school Manager, Customer and with enhanced opportunity and community gardens Community Relations, importance of water.” OFFICE HOURS Tuesday to Friday, 9am – 5pm for export and job growth. (Mondays by appointment) “I would hope in five years PHONE (03) 5368 1966 and beyond we are a strong FAX (03) 5368 2764 and united community well EMAIL Editorial [email protected] represented in State and Advertising [email protected] Federal Parliament and well Ad copy [email protected] on the way to providing im- proved job and educational DEADLINES Early General News - 5pm Friday opportunities, upgraded Sport - 9am Monday community infrastructure Display Advertising - Noon Thursday and a road and transport Classifieds - Noon Friday network that will position EDITOR Helen Tatchell us as one of the best places GRAPHIC DESIGN Glen Martin to live and raise a family in PUBLISHED BY The Ballan News Pty Ltd Australia. “I believe the strong sup- PRINTED BY Rural Press, Ballarat port I have had from the DISTRIBUTION 10,975 copies (CAB audit) many volunteers and hard- Published by Helen Tatchell, of 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342 for working people of our com- The Ballan News Pty Ltd, 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan, 3342. Printed munities over the past 10 by Rural Press Ltd of 30-32 Grandlee Drive, South Wendouree, 3355. years has helped me become Responsibility for electoral material is accepted by the editor, Helen an effective and strong - ad Anita Henry from Lerderderg Preschool and young Charlie with her winning poster. Tatchell, of 58A Steiglitz Street, Ballan 3342. ABN 84 115 355 461. vocate on their behalf.” Photos – Courtesy WW Ballan Farmers Market ZONTA SHINES A LIGHT Second Saturday of each month 8 Family Violence - Candle Light Vigil 9am – 1pm Residents are invited to join our Candlelight Vigil as part of the White Ribbon Mill Cottage, 96 Inglis Street, Ballan Nov Campaign to prevent Family Violence. Where: Amphitheatre (Next to IGA) Corner High & Palmerston Streets Melton Fresh Fruit, When: Friday, 21 November Vegetables, Time: 7.30 PM Wines, Special Guests: Phil Cleary, Noelle Dickson & Sgt. Rob Palmer. Oils, Meat, A concert will be held during the evening. Bread, Pastries Inquiries: Bianca 0417 398 559 c/o PO Box 1481 West Melton 3337 & lots more …
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In the heritage Garden, 26 Martin Street, Blackwood All work is for sale Prize winning local sculptor Greg Cassidy is holding his annual exhibition of found metal sculpture using reclaimed farm implement parts and horse drawn cart metal. Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 28 October, 2014 Page 5 News What’s On @ Moorabool Libraries
You’re Invited to attend BacchChat November Topic: FREE! Refresh and Awaken Featuring – Luba Bradford Tai Chi Angela Penrose - Relaxation and Language of Colour What would our world be like without colour? What infl uences does colour have on our lives? What is your favourite colour and why? GETTING TOGETHER – College teachers, Moorabool mayor and Rotarians at the inaugural breakfast club. The effect of colour on our mood and emotion is well Photo - submitted documented and implemented to great effect by interior decorators, marketing consultants, chefs and fl orists to name a few. Rotating breakfast between schools Join me on a journey of exploration and immerse yourself in the world of colour. Learn how easy it is to STUDENTS will start their day right Bacchus Marsh Rotarian and founder possible without the generous support welcome its benefi cial infl uence into your own life with with a nourishing breakfast thanks to of the breakfast club, Alf Pearson, said: of Coles. Store manager Karl Eastlick simple techniques designed to gently enrich your life. a new School Breakfast Club at Bacchus “The benefits to the students and the has committed to providing the food SATURDAY 1 November, 1.00pm – 3.00pm Marsh Secondary College and Bacchus community make this a worthy and for both Breakfast Clubs and this gen- (fi rst Saturday of every month) Marsh Primary School. important Rotary project.” erosity is making a difference in our Lerderderg Library, James Young Room, 215 Main St, An initiative of the Rotary Club of Bac- “Rotarians, friends of Rotary and community.” Bacchus Marsh. Enquiries: 5367 7100 Listen to Apple FM Sunday 2 November 8.00am for a recording of the session. chus Marsh, the School Breakfast Club teachers volunteer their time each Breakfast Club at the Bacchus Marsh began in early October at the secondary morning to provide a nourishing Secondary College is offered every college and last week at the primary breakfast of toast, raisin bread, cereal, Tuesday and Thursday from 8am to school. milo and even pancakes for the little Catch the reading bug 8.30am during the school term, and Senior Constable Jim Ross was a strong ones. In just a few short weeks 35-45 at the Bacchus Marsh Primary School advocate for the program and said it students attend the School Breakfast with Free Movies!!! not only provided food for students Club each day. At the end of each term, every Monday and Wednesday from Movies in the Marsh! @ Lerderderg Library 8am to 8.30am. who otherwise would not eat breakfast, there will be special menu items to cel- Friday 14 November ebrate the achievements of the term,” For further information, donations it also provided an opportunity for stu- Mr Poppers Penguins (G) 6.30pm dents to interact with teachers, police Mr Pearson said. or to volunteer contact Alf Pearson on Catch the reading bug with Free Movies!!! and Rotarians on an informal basis. “This program would not have been 0411 608 614. Friday 28 November Movies in the Marsh! Oklahoma!@ Lerderderg (G) Library10.30am + South Pacifi c (G) 1.30pm
th Friday 14(Please November note- Mr Poppers you Penguinsmust be(G) a library member to Get in the th Friday 28attend November this- Oklahoma! event (G) with 10.30am a +fi Southrst come Pacific (G) fi 1.30pmrst seated (Please note you mustpolicy be a aslibrary there member is limited to attend seating)this event with a first come first seated policy as there is limited seating) calendar, quickly! PEOPLE hosting an event in Moorabool Shire can advertise New Console Games for free in Council’s annual event brochure ‘Moorabool 365’. Moorabool Shire mayor Paul Tatchell said the deadline closed on October 31 so people needed to get in quick. “Moorabool 365 is a wonderful guide for locals and visitors to reference when they are looking for activities to do in our shire,” Cr Tatchell said. “There is always a range of different events so no matter what you are into, you should find something to enjoy in Moorabool.” Any organisation that wishes to register an event in the 2015 edition of the widely-distributed brochure should contact Sharyn Furlong on 5366 7100. RegistrationsLake will beGoldsmith taken until Friday, October 31, 2014. As a group we continue to embrace the challenges of creating artworks that MoorArtSpacewill reach our own expectations. In sharing our knowledge together our aim 104th, Steam & Vintage Rally Featured Mduringoo OctoberrArtis S to pand improvea cNovembere and grow, is as well as to give us immense pleasure in its creation. NOV 1st & 2nd, 2014 FEATURING BMScreens+Blinds Featured during AllawahOctober and Artists November Spring is “Allowah Exhibition Artists Spring Exhibition” LakeAdditional to our 65 display sheds, steamGoldsmith & oil engines, operational 90 ton Ruston steam shovel, Bucyrus rail mounted steam shovel. Furphy tank CATERPILLAR Allawah Artists’ Spring Exhibition Allawah Artists’ Spring Exhibition 104th,rebarreling, blacksmith, radioSteam controlled model boats. & Trucks, Vintagetractors, cars, MACHINERY Rally Allawah Artists are a Group motorcycles & vintage caravans. Steam ploughing, threshing & chaffcutting. Dragline & steam powered sawmill demos. Two Grand Parades daily. Allawahwho Artists meet are regularly a Group at who Janice meet regularly at Janice Webster’s Art FEATURING CATERPILLAR Attractions for ladies and children. Mothers facilities, stalls, crafts and StudioWebster’s & Gallery Art to Studio share their & Gallery common interest in painting. NOVfood available. 1stCamping for & exhibitorsibitors 2nd, only (free, non-powered).non2014 powered). MACHINERYFEATURING to share their common interest Additional to our 65 display sheds, steam & oil engines, operational 90 ton “Allawah” is the name of the very picturesque market garden property where RustonREGISTRATION steam shovel, BucyrusFORMS Srail ONLINE. mounted steam shovel. Furphy tank CATERPILLAR in painting. the studioAs s i a situated. group we Over continue recent to years embrace they have the challenges gathered inspiration of creating from artworks that rebarreling, blacksmith, radio controlled model boats. Trucks, tractors, cars, Admission price: Adults $15.0000 MACHINERY Allawahwill reach is the our name own expectations.of the In sharing our knowledge together our aim motorcyclesChildren aged & vintage5-16 $5.00 caravans. Steam ploughing, threshing & chaffcutting. each other and have grown through shared experiences and emotions. Dragline & steam powered sawmill demos. Two Grand Parades daily. veryis picturesque to improve and market grow, as well as to give us immense pleasure in its creation. AttractionsExhibitors forand ladiesChildren and children. Mothers facilities, stalls, crafts and garden property where the
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Bacchus Marsh coupé Emma and Stephan welcomed baby boy Cru Leon ETIENNE into their family at 2.42am on Monday 20 October 2014. Weighing 2900grams (6lbs 7oz) Cru is a little brother for Chase.
It’s a boy for Bacchus Marsh couple It’s a boy for Melton couple Danae and Melton South couple Amanda and who welcomed Bailey GRECO into their Adrian who welcomed their newest Steven welcomed their first child baby family at 16.25pm on Thursday 23 addition at 11.12am on Monday 20 boy Benjamin John MARSHALL into October 2014 weighing 4020grams October 2014. Braxton John BULMER their lives at 22.45pm on Sunday 19 (8lbs 13oz). weighed 4310grams (9lbs 8oz) and is October 2014 weighing 3810grams a little brother for Brooklyn, Emelia (8lbs 6oz). and Addison.
LEFT: Belinda and Jimmy of Caroline Springs welcomed baby boy Levi into their lives at 7.30pm on Wednesday 22 October 2014 weighing 4310 grams (9lbs 8oz).
RIGHT: Jamielee and Robert of Melton welcomed their first child Ruby Lee REID into their lives at 2.14am on Thursday 23 October 2014 weighing 2860 grams (6lbs 5oz). Samantha and Matt of Melton welcomed baby boy David Darrel WHISH-WILSON into their family at 15.22pm on Monday 20 October 2014. Weighing 3250grams (7lbs 2oz), David is a little brother for William and Chloe.
You may see or smell smoke from planned burning, with some roads and parks likely to close. Fire crews from Department of Environment and Primary Industries and Parks Victoria are carrying out planned burns in public parks and forests. This work is part of a plan to reduce bushfi re risk to Victorian communities, property and the environment. When we burn depends on the weather and plans can change at very short notice. For the latest information visit www.depi.vic.gov.au/burnsmap to see planned burns on a map or call the Victorian Bushfi re Information Line on 1800 240 667. Fuel reduction on public land can only do so much – communities and households need to know how to be prepared and take action to reduce their bushfi re risk. Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 28 October, 2014 Page 7 News Technology winners have the solution By Kate Taylor
Two Bacchus Marsh compa- nies have been recognised with national awards for excellence. Rheology Solutions won the Australian Technol- ogy Award’s Manufactur- ing Technology of the Year Award at this year’s event in Sydney, while Calix Lim- ited won the Water category The Sovereigns are the newest Victorian Netball League award. club and have announced the appointment of (L-R) Natasha Chokljat as Sovereigns’ Head Coach and Eloise Southby as Rheology Solutions won Sovereigns’ High Performance Manager. Photo – Courtesy the award for their online BFL rheometre, a device placed in production pipes which measures aspects of fluid passing through them such Timothy Kealy and Pat Griffin from Rheology Solutions (right) with Phil Hodgson and A step up from as viscosity and provides Andrew Okely from Calix. Photo - submitted the data in real-time so that and something companies very happy about that.” capital of Australia now. manufacturers can make grass roots netball that entered the competition, He said that the company’s “For our category there fast adjustments to the prod- and we ended up being one facility in Bacchus Marsh uct when required. were over two hundred en- By Kate Taylor with player trials underway. of the six award winners.” employs eight people and is Managing Director Pat trants, from across Austral- Sovereigns chairman Bill Rheology Solutions is plan- capable of processing up to Local netball players may Griffin said the company ia. To have won one of the Mundy said the high-profile ning to construct a new fac- 60,000 tonnes of raw mate- is currently exporting the category awards was very have a new shot at making coaches will benefit the team tory in Bacchus Marsh over rial input. the elite level of the sport rheometers to the world and the next two years, with lo- satisfying, the quality of the in its infancy by attract- “It’s a fairly sizeable facility with the formation of a new has held some successful tri- cal employment opportuni- competition was very good ing talented players from we’ve been going about eight team. als in Europe and the United ties expected to include up this year. across Victoria – including or nine months now, since The brand new Sovereigns States – having already sold to ten new jobs. “I think we’ve got to cel- Moorabool. rheometers to companies in before Christmas last year, ‘the Pride of Ballarat’ team Phil Hodgson, Managing ebrate Australian manufac- “Local players will have the United States. and we’re just coming up was officially established Director and CEO of Calix turing, especially companies the benefit of working with He said he was happy to to weekly production runs earlier this year after Netball Limited explained that the operating in regional areas coaches that have played at have won the award and now - we’re not at full capac- Victoria granted a license to company won its award for doing pretty well - when you the elite level and can bring keeps the trophy on his desk. a water additive that is used ity yet but we’re on our way.” the club. get this sort of success you their experience and skills to “It was pretty unique get- in sewerage and waste water Winning the award was Since formation, the club their benefit. ting this big award, and there treatment which stops the quite a coup – and high- really should be celebrating has announced the appoint- were two companies from smell as well as stopping cor- lights the success that can be I think. It’s very good for ments of former Austral- “Certainly the opportunity Bacchus Marsh I thought rosion in sewerage systems. earned in regional centres. Australian technology, and ian Diamonds netballers for local girls will exist in the that was pretty good. “In the space of six months “There were two award it’s really good for regional Natasha Chokljat and Eloise teams, our goal is to take the “It was pretty competitive we’ve captured about 25 per winners from Bacchus manufacturing and employ- Southby to coaching roles for best of the local talent and - there were three hundred cent of the market so we’re Marsh… it’s the technology ment opportunities.” next year’s inaugural season, develop it.”
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Authorised by G.Howard 15 Main Rd. Ballarat GeoffHowardMP www.geoffhoward.com.au 03 5331 7722 15 Main Rd Ballarat 3350 [email protected] LISTENS, CARES, ACTS! Page 8 The Moorabool News – 28 October, 2014 Email - [email protected] News Anyone for tennis?
Gordon is preparing for a “This site is well utilised tennis revival after the an- by the primary school and nouncement of a $160,000 general public at large. This refurbishment of the Gordon is a community use area and Public Park Tennis Courts. a public park. If we can get Last Wednesday Moorabool competition grade courts Shire and the State Govern- then there will be no excuse ment announced the joint not to play well because of funding for two new com- the facilities, rather it will be petition tennis courts for the people hitting the ball,” Gordon. Mr Ramsay said. Moorabool Shire mayor “Currently people travel Paul Tatchell said it had out of town because there been awhile since the Gor- is a lack of appropriate safe don Tennis Courts had “seen infrastructure. In a growth any love.” area like Moorabool it’s im- “Tennis is one of those portant to get the right infra- games where it doesn’t mat- structure to provide for your ter if you’re four-years-old or new communities. We can 90-years-old, you have the see for ourselves that (the capacity to come and play,” courts) used-by-date is prob- Cr Tatchell said. ably long gone. “In a fast growing region “I congratulate the efforts of like Moorabool it gives our the hard working volunteers children an opportunity who have reactivated the to take on something they can play for the rest of their Committee of Management Gordon PS students (L-R) Cameron Ferguson, Veronica McCarthy and Rory Cullen, were at the dilapidated courts to hear lives. We all appreciate the at the Public Park to improve the announcement of funding for two new courts from Cr. Pat Toohey, Mayor Paul Tatchell, Simon Ramsay (Member for the facilities for tennis and valuable contribution tennis Western Vict) and Ben Taylor (Liberal Candidate). Photo – Helen Tatchell makes to country life.” broader use.” Cr Pat Toohey said the Gor- “To get more than $60,000 Cr Toohey said. ernment’s worked hard. Member for Western Victo- Mr Ramsay acknowledged don Public Park was an es- from the State Government “It’s a fast growing commu- “Two brand new courts in ria, Simon Ramsay, said the the Moorabool Shire for its sential part of Gordon’s life is a good job for Simon Ram- nity here and there are a lot Gordon is a start and we $61,750 commitment to the significant contribution of and it was important that, say and Denis Napthine to of young families. have got more plans for this project by the Napthine Co- $98,250, bringing the total after a decade, the govern- recognise the importance of The committee has worked park. We will be onto which- alition Government would investment to $160,000. “It’s ment had recognised the Gordon and the importance hard, Council’s worked hard ever candidate (Buninyong enable the vital construction a great investment in the facility needed an upgrade. of the Gordon community,” and now we can say the gov- electorate) gets in.” of two plexi-pave courts. Gordon community.” MN02416G2
Bacchus Marsh Eye Clinic Bacchus16 Marsh Grant Street Eye Clinic Is pleased to announce its opening date of the th 16 Grant Street, 6 of November Bacchus Marsh
Patients will now have access to retinal specialists, corneal specialist Is now taking appointmentsand general ophthalmology five - daysPhone a week. 1300 653 197
We are pleasedWe welcome and Dr sto Brian announceAng, Elsie Chan, Nandor Jaross, our Elvis Ojaimi,opening Season date of Yeung, Beyond general ophthalmology our clinic provides access to specialised cataract Thursday/ glaucoma / retinal / corneal 13th services, includingof November diagnosis and ongoing treatment 2014 for
Patients will now� Complicated have accesscataract surgery to retinal specialists, corneal specialist � General corneal diseases/Keratoplasty/ Corneal cross linking and general ophthalmology� General and complex glaucoma fi casesve includingdays medical, a laser andweek surgical treatment and every Saturday morning. � Diabetic retinopathy/ Age-related macular degeneration/ Vein occlusions � Retinal tears / Macular hole surgery / Epiretinal membrane We welcome our� Complexsub specialityretinal surgical cases doctors who can care for all of your eye
needs. Bacchus Marsh Eye Clinic Also Welcomes • Dr Elsie Chan is our CornealDiabetes Specialist Education To Assist available(DETA) Tuesday afternoons. Credentialed Diabetes Educator • Dr Elvis Ojaimi is our Vitreo RetinalSheree Rennie and Cataract Surgeon available monday & friday Sheree will provide general and specialist diabetes services to the local and surrounding communities. Private, Department of Veterans Affairs, some subsidised Insulin Programs every Wednesday.and Bulk Billing diabetes services will be provided; Bulk Billing will require a current EPC plan. For more information on DETA’s services, please visit www.detadiabetes.com.au • Dr Nandor Jaross is our Medical Retina specialist who performs
inter ocular injectionsOur doctors and on staff sitewill be delighted available to assist you everywith the care Thursday of your Friday and patients. Please call Bacchus Marsh Eye Clinic on 1300 653 197 to make an appointment fortnightly Saturday mornings.for your patients. • Dr Brian Ang is our Glaucoma specialist and will be available Saturday mornings from January 2015. • Coming in February 2015 is Dr Season Yeung our Corneal and Refractive surgeon. In Rooms Procedures • We can attend to the removal of foreign bodies from the eye in rooms • Assess your possible need for Cataract Surgery • Assess your possible need for inter ocular injections Conditions Apply. Offer valid Wednesday 29th October, Thursday 30th October and Monday 3rd November 2014. Free main meal must be of • Glaucoma pressure testing and ongoing management of drops equal or lesser value. One voucher per person per day. Our doctors and staff will be delighted to assist you with the care of your patients. Please call Bacchus Marsh Eye Clinic on 1300 653 197 to make an appointment for your patients. Email - [email protected] The Moorabool News – 28 October, 2014 Page 9 News Helloworld is new greeting By Kate Taylor tips, customer service and to be released to other com- the best deals. munity groups. Sending locals on unforget- “The peace of mind we “Recently Helloworld in- table holidays is all in a day’s provide keeps our clients vited clients for lunch to work for one popular Bac- coming back knowing they show our appreciation and chus Marsh business. will have the best trip every to enjoy the ambience of the Helloworld Bacchus Marsh, time.” newly refurbished office. formerly Harvey World But travel is not Helloworld “The Bacchus Marsh Rotary Travel, has spent the past 20 Bacchus Marsh’s only busi- Club were on hand to help years growing into a busi- ness – the company has also with the cooking and receive ness so successful it has made it its business to be ac- support for their ‘Breakfast faced dramatic changes in tive in the community. in Schools’ programme. the travel industry and con- Regularly working with lo- tinued to grow. cal groups including Rotary, “The team are proud to be The success of Helloworld local schools, football and part of the local community is largely attributed to the bowls clubs, the company and love talking travel. So ability of Manager Anne Pei- has also recently launched next time you’re on Main rce and her team to build a its unique ‘Travel Bank’ Street, Bacchus Marsh and reputation as the place to go promotion to support Ballan the travel bug bites, pop on for expert travel advice and Hospital – a promotion soon in and say hello.”
Moorabool Shire Council
NOTICE OF ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL FIRE PREVENTION UPDATE The next Ordinary Meeting of the Moorabool Shire Council will be held Council offi cers have been inspecting properties throughout the Shire since late Wednesday 5 November at Dunnstown Recreation Reserve at 5.00pm. September and it’s pleasing to see that there has been considerable effort made to Members of the public are most welcome to attend. prepare the Shire for the coming Fire Season. Moorabool Shire has a high number of extreme and high risk areas within its boundaries and residents need to be aware of AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS – CALL FOR NOMINATIONS the risk posed by wild fi re. Emergency authorities have noted that there will be an The call is going out to the residents of Moorabool to play an active part in Moorabool above average risk of fi re in grasslands and forests this season. Shire Council’s Australia Day celebrations. Council has issued over 200 Fire Prevention Notices to date to property owners Nominations are being sought for the three awards that are to be presented at the to clear their blocks for the coming Fire Season. Initial inspections are continuing. Australia Day ceremony. The awards include: Property owners issued with a Fire Prevention Notice must complete the work by • Australia Day Citizen of the Year – to be eligible, the person must be 30 years or the date specifi ed on the notice and ensure that their property is maintained for the older on 26 January next year. Fire Season. • Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year – to be eligible, the person must be 30 Council will commence re-inspections on 8th December 2014. years or younger on 26 January next year. Property owners who have failed to carry out the work specifi ed in a Fire Prevention • Community Event of the Year