A Great Time Was Had by All!

Circulation 400 Est. Readership 1,000 September, Volume 2007 19 Issue 3 APRIL 2009

A GREAT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL!

Local State MP Pru Goward and her husband, David Barnett, are regulars at Bungonia’s famous Wine ^ Cheese Nights.

Once again, congratulations to Pauline Dickson for organising such an enjoyable evening and thanks to all those who helped in the renova- tion and repainting of our Hall.

MARKET DAY, SATURDAY 11th APRIL Commencing 9.00 a.m.

ANZAC DAY SERVICE, Saturday 25th April 10.00 A.M.

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WEATHER FACTS - At Jacqua —6.5mm for the month over 2 days and 90.5mm for the year to April (187.5mm for the same period last year) At Inverary Weather Station —10.8mm over 6 days and 83.6 over 20 days for the year to the end of March (99mm less than for the same period last year).

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Bungonia Progress Association Inc.

Ardmore Park Quarry: The DA submitted by CEAL, trading as Multiquip Quarries, is still being considered. The Minister for Planning is visiting Bungonia on Thursday 16th April on a fact finding mission and is staying to lunch at the Hall. Interested parties should contact Di Moran (48 444291) or Moira McGinity (48 444 266) learn more.

Hall Renovations : These are continuing. The painting of the walls is completed and the floor oiled. A second coat will be applied later. In preparation for the ceiling installation extra timber has been added to the roof structure. Thanks to the all the volunteers and to those who donated materials.

The application for a grant from the Halls Renewal Fund has been lodged. The Foundation Date (1907) above the front door of the Hall has been restored thanks to a touring artist who was talking to John Wiggan and volunteered to re paint the numerals and “cartouche”.

Clean-up Australia. As you pick up bottles, cigarette packs, takeaway cartons, etc. you wonder about the maturity of people who litter the roadside. In some way they just have failed to grow up. Thanks to all the residents who helped clean up our roadsides.

Markets : Make sure you don’t miss all the bargains at the Markets on Saturday 11 th . April. Have a hot lunch from the Rural Fire Service BBQ, a Devonshire Tea at the Hall or, indulge yourself, and have both!

Trash & Treasure: This is where the bargains are, a working radio for $5.00, books & magazines at very low prices, an electric wok $5.00 and lots, lots more. We turn your trash into cash, so if you are de-cluttering, please bring your unwanted goods to us.

Contact: Moira McGinity Phone 4844 4266 Stall enquiries: Eileen Smith 4821 5009

Cemetery: There will be a working bee at the Cemetery on Sunday 19th . 10am. Because of the very dry weather the grass is short so it’s an opportunity to tidy up. Come along and help with removal of blackberry bushes, tree of heaven and other weeds.

VALE

Mr. Eric Smith , a long time resident of the village, died in December 2008 at the hospi- tal in Bowral. He was in his 90’s and , until recently, very active looking after his place in Goderich St.. Even a couple of years ago he often drove his trotters around the village and was still doing his shopping in Goulburn in 2008. Although we didn’t see him much in recent times, those of us in the village will miss the sounds of his working on one of his building projects. PAGE 4 BUNGONIA HISTORICAL BOB RUDD FUNERALS SOCIETY 73 Reynolds Street, Goulburn NSW 2580

Next meeting : Saturday, ,9 th . May 10.30 at Phone: 4822 4400 the Hall. Your Local, Family-Owned Funeral Directors

The visit to Reevesdale Homestead was a most enjoyable day and a special thanks to Lucinda & Hugh for opening their home and allowing visitors to go through the house to the ballroom. Lunch was under the trees in the garden. Some of the guests had spent time at Reevesdale Station under previous owners and Bill Bartley could remember the Stables before they was converted into a shearing shed. David Rudd his sister Shane Biesterveld

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ST. PATRICK’S MARULAN

Dates for April—Easter Sunday 12th 9am , Sunday 26 th . 9am.

Mass times in Goulburn: Saturday Vigil Mass-6pm. at St. Peter & Paul’s Sunday-8 a.m.. at Fatima, North Goulburn Sunday-10 a.m. at St. Peter & Paul’s

Parish Priest: Fr. Dermid McDermot Assist. Priest: Fr. Sunil Kadaparambil

Parish Office & Presbytery Phone 4821 1022 Secretary Sharon Hickey. Office hours 8.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m.

ST. MICHAEL’S BUNGONIA :

Good Friday : There will be Stations of the Cross at 3pm. This has been a long standing tradition and is conducted by those present.

The interior of the Church has been repainted and the floor oiled. The fluorescent lights are to be replaced by ones that are more in keeping with the period of the interior: the Sanctuary is to be re-carpeted and a new runner laid in the aisle. This has all been possible because of donations of money and time. Other projects on the agenda include the comple- tion of the external plastering, waterproofing the external walls and fixing the windows. This work will be done in conjunction with the Parish Building Committee and the Heri- tage Committee.

Some of the money that is paying for the renovations was raised by the Bungonia Commu- nity at the Combined Churches Fete. The amount is small in comparison with the costs but, the history of the building of St. Michael’s and of the repairs carried out is one of voluntary labour by Bungonia residents and donations and fundraising by local people . This gives Bungonia people a kind of ownership, even if they do not worship there. St. Michael’s, like Christ Church, is an historic building and part of our heritage and we are very fortunate to have two such important buildings in our village and we should cherish and preserve them both. PAGE 6

BUNGONIA PARK TRUST BUNGONIA RURAL WATCH

Working Bee : A final, pre– Anzac Day New members are welcome and it is in smarten-up of the War Memorial and your interest to take part in Rural Watch and help catch the thieves who are breaking surrounds will be held on Saturday 11th into rural properties and stealing equip- after the Markets. The more the merrier! ment. Theft does occur in our area, in fact in our village, so please help the po- Toilets: Application for funds have lice to catch the criminals. gone to Mulwaree Trust and two other Constable Joa Cummins has been ap- organisations and another two applica- pointed to the Marulan Police Station. If tions are being prepared and will be she is not available at the Station when you st lodged by 31 . March. ring your call will be transferred to Goul- burn Police Station. ANZAC DAY : Contact 4841 1516

Daryl Riches is the Rural Crime Investiga- The Ceremony begins at 10am. at the tor and deals with matters relating to stock War Memorial with refreshments at the theft or stolen equipment or chemicals. Hall afterwards. Remember there is a Report any theft no matter how small as it place in the Ceremony for those present may build up a picture of a wider ring. to place flowers on the Memorial in Contact number 4823 2010 memory of their relatives or friends.

PAGE 7 Goulburn & Surrounds C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S — April 2009 —

7–13 Apr. Hot Rods as Art , Goulburn Regional Art Gallery, Mon.–Fri. 10am– 5pm & Sat. 1pm–4pm. Admission free. Ph: 4823 4443 9–13 April 19 th Australian Street Rod Nationals, Goulburn Showgrounds. Street Cruise Sat. 11 th , 6pm–8pm. Ph: 0402 113 337 11 April James Annesley Quartet — Live , Goulburn Regional Conservatorium, 7.30pm. Ph: 4821 8833 14 Apr– 5 May Cherry Hood — Exhibition of New Works & Kathryn Orton — On The Streets , Goulburn Regional Art Gallery, Mon.–Fri. 10am– 5pm & Sat. 1pm–4pm. Admission free. Ph: 4823 4443 17–19 April NSW State Racing Championships , Wakefield Park, open daily. Ph: 4822 2811 18 April Goulburn Speedway Meet , gates open 4pm, racing from 6pm. Ph: 4821 6226 18–26 April ‘Celebrating Creative Talents’ — exhibition of arts & crafts , St Saviour’s Cathedral Hall. Ph: 4821 0483 19 April Historic Waterworks — open & steaming , Marsden Weir, 9am– 4pm. Admission by donation. Ph: 4823 4462 20 April Goulburn Racing Club Meet , Goulburn Racecourse. Ph: 4822 2222 24 April The Wizard of Oz Show , Goulburn Soldiers Club, 10am. Admission: $8. Ph: 4821 3300 24–26 April Shannons Nationals , Wakefield Park, open daily. Ph: 4822 2811 25 April Anzac Day , Dawn Service at Belmore Park. Parade along Auburn Street ending in Service at Belmore Park. Ph: 4821 6292 26 April Irish Music & Lunch , Goulburn Brewery, 1pm–4pm. Ph: 4821 6071

Goulburn Visitor Information Centre 201 Sloane Street (Locked Bag 22), Goulburn NSW 2580 Ph: (02) 4823 4492 / 1800 353 646 Fax: (02) 4822 2692 Web: www.igoulburn.com Email: [email protected] PAGE 8 PAGE 9

CWA News from Colleen Cooper

The March meeting of CWA was held in Goulburn at the home of member Joan Longhurst. Seven members were present with one apology. We also welcomed two visitors on the day and hopefully, next time I can say we have two new members!

At the recent judging of the Group Handicraft Competition which was held at Crookwell, we scored 623 points out of 800. This year we did not get anything selected to go for further judging but hope for better things next year.

Marjorie (one of our visitors) won the competition. Lorraine and Shirley celebrate their birthdays in April—Happy Birthday girls.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, 9th April at our Meeting Rooms in Bungonia at 10.00 a.m.

Until next month,

Colleen

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Captains Report For March 2009

At the time of writing this report, I am very excited. Steve Mikosic of Multiquip Quarrys has just donated & delivered not 1 but 2 large water tanks to be used for fire fighting purposes in and around the Bungonia village. For anyone who has noticed over the last couple of weeks all the dam levels around the area have dropped by a couple of feet due mainly to the lack of any signifi- cant rainfall. This makes fire fighting very difficult, as we have to go greater distances to refill the fire trucks. We are losing valuable fire fighting time. These large tanks will give us quicker turn around time and hopefully control any fire outbreaks a lot quicker.

Although the fire season has almost ended we are still at the time of year that is very dangerous in our area due to the amount of grass growth, lack of water and some very hot days. So please be careful when working outside.

Market Day in Bungonia is Saturday 11th April. So come along and grab a bargain and meet the people of Bungonia. Anyone who can help on the BBQ, selling Raffle Tickets or serving food could they contact Eileen Smith on 4821 5009 please. Our raffle this year will be a lovely handmade quilt made by the Bungonia Quilters & a handmade child’s outfit made by Terese Davis.

Our next meeting will be the third Friday night in April—the 17th—due to the Easter Long Weekend. This will be our AGM so come along and support the Bri- gade that will defend the area against any fires on everyone’s place in the area. Until next month, stay fire wise. Ian Tapper Bungonia Captain 48 444460

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Vegetables: Broad Beans, unlike other beans, prefer a cool climate and are ready to pick late winter or early spring when vegetables are scarce. Before planting them, give the soil a good liming and also use a fertiliser is that is high in potassium rather than nitrogen as this promotes leaves at the expense of flowers. Other veggies to plant are peas, cabbage and on- ions. The peas should be planted in rows close to each other for support and if you have a fence or wall which gets plenty of winter sunshine so much the better.

Seeds of Sweet Pea can now be sown. Like their vegetable relative (and all legumes), they prefer a soil containing compost and lime. When first planting, water lightly and then no more until the first shoots appear.

Look out for the arrival of sasanqua camellias this month they love it here and they are pretty tough. Also, don’t forget your herb garden in preparation for winter cooking. Year round performers include rosemary, parsley, sage, thyme (sounds like a song) and mint.

Now I promised something about bulbs, so here we go. A bulb is a plant that has a swollen underground portion or a bulbous root system. Many bulbs that are available for planting now are absolute winners in a waterwise garden, as they have adapted to grow when it rains and to then die down when it doesn't. Winter- and spring-flowering bulbs start to shoot with the advent of the autumn rains (they may have started!), producing lush foliage and flowers in winter and spring, but dying down again by summer. In this way they are dormant during the hottest and driest months of the year.

Narcissus There are hundreds of varieties of daffodils available in Australia. This classic bright yellow symbol of spring is now available in cream and white, every shade of lemon and yellow, with contrasting colours of pink, orange and red. Double and single forms are available, as well as ruffled forms. There are also a number of jonquils with either single or double flowers in shades of white, yellow and orange. Their scent can be overwhelming for some people, but the perfume varies with different jonquils and some have a sweeter scent than others. The key requirement of Narcissus is good drainage. They also prefer to have a rest period (with no extra watering) when dormant in summer. Plant them in autumn in full sun or light shade, such as under a deciduous tree. Some Narcissus forms are more suitable for mass planting, so choose varieties that establish in your garden without special attention. Plant a selection so they bloom at different times, from early winter to spring. These bulbs look great in pots, as well as the garden, and make excellent cut flowers. Plant your bulbs 15cm deep with the pointy end upwards.

Bluebells. These tough and forgiving European woodland bulbs look brilliant when mass planted in semi-shade under deciduous trees. They tolerate root competition and naturalise well, and they also cope with both summer irrigation and summer dryness when they are dormant. Go for the Spanish bluebell ( Hyacinthoides hispanica ) which is a lot sturdier than the English variety with larger, more robust flowers, but unfortunately has no scent. They are available in blue, lavender-blue, white or pale pink and are best mass planted for a stun- ning spring show. Plant bulbs 10cm deep this month. In our area, also go for freesias, which, like both of the above species, are tough, drought and cold tolerant and will naturalise. PAGE 13 PAGE 14

President: K.M. Cooper 590 Inverary Road Ph/Fax: 48 444214 Bungonia 2580

INVERARY CREEK LANDCARE NEWSLETTER -APRIL REPORT

In the aftermath of the huge bushfires in Victoria, it is inevitable that vegetation planning laws must be addressed. Eucalypt forests, particularly the ‘temperate’ ash forest, after long dry periods become an accident waiting to happen. Future planning in the higher density urban fringe areas must consider that the conditions of ‘Black Saturday’ will occur again whether in Victoria, the Blue Mountains or somewhere else, so any tree plantings and future buildings must account for this possible reoccurrence.

Landcare has always promoted the concept of massive tree plantings for environmental or economic reasons to help protect the farm from future climate change, but remember firstly to spend a lot of time planning. Tree lots or shelter belts must not be a fire hazard to buildings or road sides. The graphic pictures of Victorian towns devastated by fire shows how fierce nature can be. The one image that impressed me was a lone house unburnt sur- rounded by an area of cleared land – land on which the owner had been heavily fined for illegal clearing - but his house and family survived. For far too long various governments have been influenced by the vocal green minority on matters of native vegetation. There no longer can be ridge top villages carved into the native vegetation with one tree lined ac- cess road. Native vegetation has to be cleared to a safe distance and replaced with less flammable exotics. Workable and sensible vegetation laws must come before any more unnecessary loss of life.

There are alternatives for tree plantings which won’t provide the huge fuel loads of Euca- lypts – some which readily come to mind are Honey Locust, Poplars, Willows and most deciduous species. My stock yards and shearing shed are completely shaded in summer with Cottonwoods, providing a cool working environment, but being deciduous don’t burn easily and provide sunlight in winter.

SUPPLY OF P. RADIATA – can no longer be guaranteed from local forestry suppliers. Tumut nursery has been told to cancel all private orders for 2009. If you are affected it may be very difficult to replace an order elsewhere. With all the bush fire losses, there is a huge demand on seedlings. The lesson here is to order early for next year.

BORON DEFICIENCY in pine plantings is now becoming evident with the trees also under stress from low rainfall. Many local soils are boron deficient, so will need an application in the second or third year after planting of approx 40gms of boron fertiliser (available at Goulburn Produce). This can be applied at random over and around the small seedlings preferably on moist soil. Seedlings from a nursery have boron applied in liquid form, which will last 2 years.

GROUND PREPARATION with the continuing dry conditions is even more important with both ripping to 60-80cms and mounding recommended. Early preparation allows good moisture penetration when and if it rains – be patient it will happen one day. A well ripped and mounded tree line, preferable on a contour or keyline will store deep moisture for some time and give the young seedlings a chance of survival.

K. M. COOPER CHAIRMAN PAGE 15

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY University Moves Closer to Goulburn Member for Goulburn Pru Goward has met with Automotive senior officials at the University of Canberra and Brian’s Autoscreens & Glass 4821 2633 welcomes their plans to include Goulburn city in Goulburn Automotive 4822 3788 their tertiary studies timetable.

Farm Services Ms Goward said she has joined the Project Com- mittee and will be helping to organise a commu- Arthur Davey 4822 8441 nity forum in Goulburn to develop a project plan Fife’s Stockfeed 4822 3111 for the trial. Goulburn Produce & Rural

Supplies 4821 3655 "I have met Dr John H Howard, the Director, Penrose Landscape & Rural 4884 4478 Innovation and Engagement at Canberra Univer- Rover’s Retreat 4844 5449 sity and he advised that the University had been

granting additional funding of $800,000 to help Retail enhance higher education participation and learn- Barbeques Galore 4821 4885 ing outcomes for students from disadvantaged Marulan Newsagency 4841 1502 families or those who might not consider going Shepherd’s Hill Nursery 4841 1404 to university as an option," Ms Goward said. Brian’s Autoscreens and "This especially means students in regional Glass 4821 2633 NSW.” she said. Business Requisites 4821 5109 "Goulburn, which has a high concentration of 15 Alternative Power to 24 year olds is one of the towns that has been Johnno’s Green Power 4844 5456 chosen to pilot this model. Goulburn is definitely in the university's sites," Ms Goward said, "and it Real Estate would be a huge benefit for our town to have ter- Raine & Horne 4821 9088 tiary education on offer here.

“I have asked that the Goulburn Region Enter- Building Services prise Inc be included on the Project Committee Acom Design 4844 4321 to ensure the University works with local leaders Crestwood Plant Hire 4844 7149 and they are now actively involved. They will D&J Rigoli 4844 5393 make a real difference I’m sure,” she said.

Computers and IT "As part of this, the University’s Conservation Technology Buddy 4841 5005 Department is already working with the Goul- 0410 25965 burn Mulwaree Council as well as the TAFE to establish a short course in conservation skills, Professional and we are already starting to consider ways of Johnson & Sendall Solicitors 4821 1588 developing Goulburn as a centre for excellence Goldsmith Street Surgery 4821 7445 in heritage conservation learning, a little way down the track. Other Goulburn Brewery 4821 6071 “I am sure Goulburn will be delighted by the en- Wattle Glen Cottage 4841 1336 try of Canberra University to Goulburn and it’s a Bob Rudd Funerals 0432 253 057 great start on not only ensuring more of our D & G Garden Maintenance 48 41 1122 young people can get the skills and training they Suzanne Knight Landscapes 0409 607226 need, but of making Goulburn a more attractive place for young families to settle down as well as to students from around the state.” PAGE 21 COMMUNITY CONTACTS

BUNGONIA PROGRESS ASSOCIATION President: John Wiggan - 48 444 228 Secretary: Diana Moran - 48 444 291 Treasurer: Moira McGinity – 48 444 266

BUNGONIA RURAL FIRE SERVICE President: Ian Mahar 48 444387 Les Hosking 48 444405 Treasurer: Johneene Tapper – 48 444 460 Captain: Ian Tapper – 48 444 460 Secretary: Bill Dobbie 48 444 272

EMERGENCY NUMBER 000

BUNGONIA & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY President: Moira McGinity – 48 444 266 Treasurer: Shirley Smith – 48 41 1976 Secretary: Ann Williams—48 444 228

BUNGONIA PARK TRUST President: Paul Bayliss – 48 444 357 Secretary: Anne Williams – 48 444 228 Treasurer: Margot Crossley – 48 444 479

INVERARY LANDCARE President: Kevin Cooper – 48 444 369 Secretary: Di Broadhead—48 444 295

COUNTRY WOMENS’ ASSOCIATION President: Di Powell Secretary Publicity Officer: Colleen Cooper – 48 211 856 Treasurer: Shirley Smith – 48 411 976

BUNGONIA QUILTERS Contacts: Sandra Williams – 48 444 369 Cherie Jenkins – 48 224 241

BUNGONIA TIMES Editor: Julia McKay – 48 444 457 Email: [email protected] Treasurer: Judy & Bob Knott 48 444478 Email [email protected] Pauline Dickson: 48 444 202 Moira McGinity: 48 444 266

JACQUA CREEK LANDCARE GROUP President: Annabel Scholes – 48 444 383 Secretary: Julia McKay – 48 444 457 Vice-President: Pat Miller – 48 444 321

RURAL WATCH President: Ray Dole—48 447 179 Secretary: Diana Moran—48 444 291 Contact: Marulan 48 41 1516 and Daryl Riches on 48 23 2010

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BUNGONIA BUZZ – (Your Editor’s Soapbox)

I’ll start off with a mea culpa – yes, we’re a bit late this month because your poor old editor has been beavering away at a Caring for Our Country grant application for the Goulburn Mulwaree Floodplain – Reydration Project. Now this may sound a bit airy fairy but it’s not. If successful, it would mean around $10 million in Federal Government funding to apply Natural Sequence Farming methods to the entire Mulwaree sub-catchment. That means around 173,00 acres of land between Tarago and Goulburn (along Mulwaree Ponds), between Quialigo and Goulburn (via the Quialigo and Gundary Creeks) and all the land between the two, including Lake Bathurst and The Morass.

Now this mammoth project doesn’t really advantage Bungonia directly – we aren’t part of the sub-catchment and don’t even come under the watchful eye of the Hawkesbury Nepean CMA. Our keepers are Southern Rivers CMA which is headquartered at Braidwood. But we will still gain some indirect benefits because Goulburn will receive a real shot in the arm if the project gets off the ground.

The proponent is Natural Sequence Association Inc. (of which I am National Secretary) and our partners are: Goulburn Mulwaree Shire Council, Australian National University, Univer- sity of New England, Hawkesbury Nepean CMA, Sydney Catchment Authority and our sup- porters include, Tarago and Mulwaree Ponds Landcare Groups, Department of Water & En- ergy, Dept. of Primary Industry, Dept. of Environment & Climate Change, Goulburn Golf Club, Show Society, Harness Racing Club, Greyhound Racing Club, Pony Club, Goulburn Regional Enterprise Inc and probably a whole lot more that will appear from the woodwork if we get the money.

So, it will do the following (plus a whole lot more): • help to make farmers more productive and profitable; • provide more water for Goulburn’s recreational areas; • deliver more water to Goulburn’s its reservoirs; and • make the sub-catchment more resilient to drought, flood and fire. More importantly, it might restore morale by making Goulburn a model for all inland cities throughout the nation. Now wouldn’t that be a change? Instead of following, maybe we could lead again as once Goulburn did. I’m adopting a fingers crossed position through til May/June when we might get the good news. Anyway, if we do, you’ll be the among the first to know about it!

Just in closing, the good news is that the NSW Government has found $15 million extra to fill the funding gap in Main Road 92, taking the total contributed by Federal, State and Local Government to somewhere north of $95 million. It should be finished (Nerriga to Nowra) by 2010. We’ll be able to zip down for a day at the beach easily and safely. I wonder what it will do for land values—a plus for the convenience and a minus for the additional traffic.

PONY FOR SALE

Approximately 13hh, 5 years old. Beautifully coloured quality mare. Handled well, excellent confirmation. Good breeding prospect and very healthy. A bargain at $500.00. Phone 48 444 335 and leave a message if unattended. April 2009 PAGE 23

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13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Minister for RFS AGM Cemetery Planning’s at the Working Visit to Bun- Shed at Bee gonia 7.30 p.m. 10.00 a.m.

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ANZAC DAY SERVICE 10.00 a.m.

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