RURAL CITY NEWS spring 2013

fOR THE LATEST COUNCIL UPDATES VISIT SWANHILL.VIC.GOV.AU Council’s 2013/14 budget adopted

MASTERPLAN: Council's Community Planning and Development Officer Fiona Gormann and Mayor Les McPhee look at plans for the Swan Hill Riverfront Masterplan. The masterplan has been allocated $780,500 (subject to external funding). KINDERGARTEN UPGRADE: The West Kindergarten has received $326,470 towards the new multipurpose child care facility.

upgrade $ 2,000,000 * Community Swan Hill Community Hub – Racecourse Reserve $1,132,120 * highlights Swan Hill Riverfront Masterplan Swan Hill Rural City Council’s $780,500 * 2013/14 budget aims to maintain Beveridge Street reconstruction, service levels while making kerb and channel $281,495 provision for significant projects Swan Hill Show Grounds lighting and initiatives throughout the $200,000 * municipality including: Alan Garden Reserve – resurfacing netball courts Beverford $150,000 * Beverford intersection $50,000 Swan Hill Dog Pound upgrade Lake Boga $150,000 Increase height of Turtle Lagoon Swan Hill CBD development BUDGET BOOST: $7.4m will be spent on Council’s road network, including $620,000 on unsealed road gravel resheets. bank $101,375 $125,000 Lake Boga Caravan Park assets Wemen renewal $20,000 Wemen public toilets $40,000 Total revenue: $56.9 million lower end of the scale within the lighting upgrade, and the Swan Hill Nyah Revenue raised from rates and state. Aerodrome to name just a few.” Ultima Nyah/ United FNC Ultima Heritage/Overnight Stay garbage charges: $23.3 million Swan Hill Rural City Council In response to community ground lighting $192,820 * $28,235 Capital works and assets Mayor Cr Les McPhee said each requests throughout the region, the Implementation of Nyah District expenditure: $23.4 million year Council strived to find a draft budget also includes $530,000 Community Plan $15,000 Other budget highlights: balance between delivering essential for the continued implementation Sealed road reseals - $880,000 Nyah West Swan Hill Rural City Council’s $57 community services and ensuring of Community Plans including Reconstruction Lake Boga – Nyah West Kindergarten million budget has been adopted at infrastructure was maintained while Beverford, Ultima, , Lake Ultima Road, Dog Netting Fence $326,470 a Special Council Meeting held at the passing on a minimal rate increase Boga, Boundary Bend and Wemen. to Donald Road (5km) $700,000 * Nyah West commercial area end of July. to the community. “Council will also concentrate its Unsealed road gravel resheets drainage upgrade $180,000 A total of $23.4 million worth of “Funding has not only been efforts on attracting grant funding, of $620,000 capital works are planned across allocated for major projects but for which both the Victorian Government Capital improvements at landfills the municipality, including Swan more than 100 different community and Federal Government continue Construction of new multi- $343,960 Hill, Robinvale, Nyah, Nyah West, services including Home and to support Council projects,” Cr purpose building $49,150 Aboriginal Strategic Placement Boundary Bend and Piangil. Community Care, Family Day Care, McPhee added. Piangil playground fence $11,000 Program $225,355 * Gateway signage project Keeping in line with Council’s youth services, Performing Arts, “Council is also committed to high Robinvale $177,255 intention to improve roads, around library services, sports and recreation quality waste management services Robinvale retarding basin Footpaths major repairs and $7.4 million will be spent on sealed and economic development,” Cr and will continue to deliver ongoing $941,825 * renewal $145,000 road reconstruction, resealing McPhee said. savings to the community as a result Robinvale Town Levee detailed Library collection purchases and unsealed road resheeting and “The budget also highlights a large of waste contracts that have been design $67,800 construction. capital works program that will again renegotiated.” $105,000 Swan Hill The budget includes an average deliver major projects right across the Swan Hill Aerodrome * indicates the project is conditional 4.9% rate and garbage charge rise municipality, including Swan Hill CBD The 2013/14 budget is development $7,035,000 * on external funding (dependent on property type and beautifications, drainage upgrade in available from Council offices or Chisholm Reserve Raceway valuation), placing Council at the Robinvale, Nyah Recreation Reserve www.swanhill.vic.gov.au. INSIDE >> MESSAGE from the CEO >> BEVERIDGE STREET UPGRADE >> YOUTH NEWS >> NEW PS PYAP WHARF LAUNCHED 2 SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013

A focus Theon works have greatly improvedproje to see a number of projects getting usec as a cinema.ts A MESSAGE FROM the access to the foreshore and I’ve underway for the plan. It’s also great to see our region THE MAYOR received some great feedback from Early August also saw a number continuing to host major national locals who are very happy with the of official openings of projects, in- events. This includes the Australian COUNCILLOR LES McPHEE results. cluding the new PS Pyap wharf at Motocross Championships round The past month or so has also the Pioneer Settlement, George Lay in the middle of August, which was 0427 319 394 seen the launch of a number of pro- Park and the Swan Hill Town Hall anticipated to see around 2000 peo- [email protected] jects, including the Swan Hill River- PACC lighting and audio upgrades. ple turn up to Swan Hill’s Chisholm front Masterplan, of which I had the All of these projects were launched Reserve. Next April, Robinvale will Firstly I would like to thank Council- honour of presenting a final copy to by the Honourable Peter Walsh, and play host to the Campervan and Mo- lors and staff for their hard work in our Member for Swan Hill the Hon- were made possible through State torhome Club of ’s (CMCA) getting this year’s budget together, ourable Peter Walsh MP at a busi- Government funding. 2014 Rally. Previous CMCA rallies which was adopted in late July. It’s ness breakfast in early August. The Town Hall PACC celebrations have brought in around 2000 people always a very involved process that the budget getting underway. This has been an outstanding particularly highlighted how well the and the Robinvale event is expected we go through in the preparation of Speaking of projects, the Lake project, and I would like to thank our facility is used by our community to be one of the biggest yet. This the budget and I would like to thank Boga foreshore is looking terrific community for taking such a huge in- and the diversity of this building as a event is a huge coup for our com- everyone for their efforts. Now that following the completion of works, terest in the masterplan and provid- performing arts venue. This includes munities and will be an enormous the budget has been adopted, we through funding from the State Gov- ing their feedback. I would also like major events such as the Tour de economic boost to Robinvale and can focus on the upcoming year and ernment’s Flood Recovery Commu- to congratulate staff and consultants Crawf and the State Schools Extrav- our region, and its reputation as a look forward to projects outlined in nity Infrastructure Fund and Council. for their hard work. We’ll now start aganza, major touring shows and its tourist destination. YOUR COUNCILLORS

What a great half year we have had in the Swan Hill Rural The past few months have seen a number of important deci- City Council. The list of projects either completed or being sions being made at Council, including that of the Swan Hill planned is very exciting. Riverfront Masterplan. Development of our greatest asset, in The Pioneer Settlement redevelopment is really going my opinion, is crucial to the future economic development of places with the new PS Gem Wharf, the Lower Murray Inn the tourism and hospitality industry in our region. and the opening of the new PS Pyap Wharf putting a fresh The budget for the 2013 - 2014 year has recently been new face to the Settlement. passed and includes funds allocated to several major pro- Also the completion of George Lay Park and Barry Steg- jects in the next financial year. While it is important that Coun- gall Park all abilities playground, the endorsement of the cil remains fiscally conservative in times of economic down- Riverfront Masterplan, construction of the Community Hub turn, this must be balanced with foresight and vision for our at the Swan Hill Racecourse underway, continued redevel- future so that our municipality remains in a position to attract opments of the CBD including approval of new traffic con- tourism and investment in years to come. Central Ward ditions at the clock tower intersection, prime development Central Ward I would also like to take this opportunity to formally wel- CR GREG CRUICKSHANK land for sale at North Park, solar power developments and CR JESSIE KILEY come our new CEO, Dean Miller. Dean has done a com- Deputy Mayor Chisholm Reserve Drag strip nearly ready to go. 0417 755 414 mendable job of educating himself about our region’s key Combined, these projects will create jobs and inject mil- issues as well as the community’s wants and desires moving 0419 754 174 [email protected] lions of dollars into our economy. I truly believe that the in to the future. [email protected] Swan Hill region is set for an exciting future.

I recently attended a meeting at the Swan Hill Agricultural The past few months have been a busy time for Council and Pastoral Society and was amazed at how much work and it is great to see some major plans being passed and goes into putting on a show each year. It is easy to think moving forward. that because the annual Swan Hill Show runs only for two The South West Precinct land development provides great days it would not take much organising. However, it takes new opportunities for expansion and growth for Swan Hill. the better part of two people at least three days a week for The development will also complement our current land re- the entire year. lease at Tower Hill. It was great to see some young ones helping, as many of Planning of the river precinct is also an exciting project. The our show veteran volunteers are getting up in years. Riverfront Masterplan includes the proposal to decommission They are always looking for more helpers, not only on the the railway north of Swan Hill, including moving the station two days of the show but the days before and after. If you further south of its current location. If this can be achieved, think you could lend a helping hand, please ring the show the river precinct can be opened and connected to the heart Central Ward Central Ward office on 5032 4314 or contact Ann Crowe, treasurer on of the town. CR JIM CROWE 0438 331 733. CR MICHAEL ADAMSON I have and will continue to advocate for good recreational 0418 181 656 If it was not for these volunteers and their generous sup- 0400 143 100 facilities in our community and believe good planning will add port, there wouldn’t be a show for our community to enjoy. to the liveability of our community for the benefit of us all. [email protected] [email protected]

The Nyah District has been a hive of excitement these There are exciting times ahead for Robinvale with some great past few months with a number of great projects getting upcoming events and projects. underway and progressing. In March 2014 Robinvale will host to the 28th annual Mo- The Nyah West Kindergarten upgrade is another step torhome Rally. This rally will see an influx of over 2000 people closer with Council’s Major Projects team working on the to our township, providing a major boost to our local economy. draft concept plan. This facility will be a major asset to Not only will Robinvale reap the benefits of the fantastic the Nyah District community ensuring the best services are event but visitors are sure to explore our beautiful region available for the youth of the district. increasing tourism across our entire municipality. May saw the announcement of State Government fund- This event will put Robinvale on the map and I would like ing to upgrade the lighting at the Nyah Recreation Reserve. to extend my thanks to Council for allowing this event to Sport and recreation clubs are vital to communities and this take place. upgrade will help increase participation and usage of the I was also pleased at Council’s decision to approve the Murray Ward Robinvale Ward facility and to also bring opportunities for other activities. purchase of a section of vacant land along Bromley Road. CR GARY NORTON Finally, the Nyah District community plan was formally CR JOHN KATIS This land will allow the extension of McGinty Park and will be 0428 398 981 adopted this month. I would like to congratulate and high- 0459 077 532 a major asset in the Bromley Road Masterplan. I look forward [email protected] light the exceptional work of the Nyah community in creat- [email protected] to works beginning on this project, helping to further highlight ing a plan that will ensure continued growth in the Nyah the wonderful features Robinvale has to offer. District. CONTACT COUNCIL UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS WWW.SWANHILL.VIC.GOV.AU Swan Hill office Council meetings are held each month at 7pm 45 Splatt Street Swan Hill VIC 3585 Phone: 5036 2333, Fax: 5036 2340 >> 17 September at Swan Hill Town Hall 15 October at Nyah Recreation Reserve (upstairs) Robinvale office (Robinvale Resource Centre) >> 68-72 Herbert Street Robinvale VIC 3549 >> 19 November at Swan Hill Town Hall Phone: 5051 8000, Fax: 5051 8010 >> 10 December at Swan Hill Town Hall Both offices are open Monday to Friday 8.30am until 5pm. All members of the public are welcome to attend Council meetings. Agendas After hours emergency are available at www.swanhill.vic.gov.au in the days leading up to the meeting. Roads, trees etc 0419 888 779. Storms and floods call SES 132 500 Special Council meetings will also be held from time to time. Swan Hill Rural City Council and/or its employees do not guarantee that this publication is without Visit www.swanhill.vic.gov.au for details or check local media. flaw or is wholly appropriate for your particular purposes and therefore disclaims all liability for any loss or other consequences which may arise from you relying on any information in this publication. SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 3 in message FROM THE CEO BRIEF Local Government is all advocate for our big projects 2014. The rally is expected to City Council, one of ’s about relationship building, including a quarter mile drag attract about 2000 people to fastest growing councils. Brett COUNCIL PLAN ADOPTED having conversations, under- strip at Chisholm Reserve the town, and this will bring joined the organisation on 26 Swan Hill Rural City Council standing other people’s and and “Heartbeat of the Mur- a significant economic boost August. has adopted its four-year organisations’ aspirations ray” – the amazing sound not only to Robinvale but to I am also very pleased to Council Plan at its Ordinary and challenges, and working and light show at the Pioneer surrounding areas including announce that the Governor Council Meeting on Tuesday, together towards common Settlement. Recently, we had Swan Hill. More information of Victoria, His Excellency the 25 June. goals. A great example of the opportunity to showcase about the rally will be pro- Hon Alex Chernov AC QC, The Council Plan guides this was the recent commu- the Riverfront Masterplan, vided to the community in and his wife Elizabeth, will Council’s key decision- nity engagement in relation the Pioneer Settlement and early 2014, and there will be tour the municipality on 28 making over the next four to the Swan Hill Riverfront the Heartbeat of the Mur- opportunities for the general and 29 November 2013. I was years. Masterplan, which saw 2000 ray to Member for Swan Hill community to participate in very fortunate to have had the With a strong focus As the new CEO, the last people participate, includ- the Honourable Peter Walsh, CMCA activities on their ‘open pleasure of hosting Governor on continued growth three months have been a ing our indigenous families. I Regional Development Victo- day’. The rally will put Robin- Chernov and his wife when I in population and the very exciting and informative pay tribute to Council’s Fiona ria and Tourism Victoria at a vale on the map and lead to was the CEO at Hindmarsh local economy, it sets time as I have travelled around Gormann for her outstanding breakfast at the Pioneer Set- return visits by club members Shire. They are very warm out how Council intends the municipality meeting hun- leadership of the project, and tlement. Everyone was im- and their friends and families and engaging people and to address important dreds of people, engaging wish to thank everyone in the pressed with the vision that through word of mouth. are interested in everything issues such as growth, with various communities, community who offered their Council has for its riverfront I am very pleased to an- that rural and regional Victo- community engagement, government agencies, and time and suggestions. The and its role in a wider regional nounce the appointment of ria has to offer. An itinerary is financial sustainability and inspecting many of the Coun- Riverfront Masterplan was campaign to attract tourists to Brett Luxford to the position being drafted, and we hope maintenance of essential cil’s assets and facilities. In adopted unanimously by the . of Director Development and as many people as possible infrastructure. coming weeks and months I Council in July. It was very pleasing to se- Planning. Brett is a qualified will get a chance to meet the Copies of the Council hope to visit many more of the The Mayor and I have met cure the rights to host the planner with extensive expe- Governor. Plan are available from smaller communities of the with members of parliament, 28th anniversary rally of the rience in economic develop- Council’s Splatt Street Office municipality to hear directly both State and Federal, and Campervan and Motorhome ment. He was formerly the or can be downloaded from them about their aspira- prospective candidates for Club of Australia (CMCA) in Manager of Business Growth Dean Miller from Council’s website at tions and issues. the upcoming election, to Robinvale in March and April and Sustainability at Melton Chief Executive Officer www.swanhill.vic.gov.au. NYAH COMMUNITY PLAN The Nyah District Community Plan was formally adopted Swan Hill by the Nyah community earlier this month. The plan focuses on ‘beyond tomorrow’ and Riverfront identifies opportunities and projects that will see continued growth in the Masterplan area and to support the vision of a liveable, quiet and safe community. The plan highlights youth endorsed support as a major priority as well as supporting Nyah District Action Group projects. Copies of the plan are available from MEN'S SHED: Lake Boga Men’s Shed Members (L-R) Allan Treble, Max Lord, Barrie Council’s website at Free, Frank Saul and Roy Dewhurst. www.swanhill.vic.gov.au. FAMILY DAY CARE EDUCATORS GARDEN DESIGN: Swan Hill College student Jack Connor’s design Council’s Family Day Care is for the clock tower garden redevelopment will be fully scoped. currently recruiting suitable New Lake Boga Educators in Swan Hill, After extensive community for the community.” Nyah, Nyah West, Robinvale consultation, research and The key themes highlighted and . Family meetings the Swan Hill through the extensive Day Care offers an exciting Riverfront Masterplan has community consultation opportunity to run your own been endorsed. included linkage from the rewarding business and The masterplan will guide riverfront to the CBD, a water Men’s Shed work flexible hours while the redevelopment of the play park, upgrades to river Construction of the new overwhelmed with of a 1.3-metre model providing an education 4.5-kilometre section of the walk tracks, environmental Men’s Shed at Lake Boga community support, sailing boat that was and care program for Murray and Little Murray rivers and revegetation works, an was completed in July receiving donations of bequeathed to the Men’s children aged from 0 to over the next 30 years. adventure park and an overall and projects have already tools and projects to raise Shed. 12 years. The scheme is Extensive community focus on family friendliness. started rolling in. money for future needs. A celebration and committed to continuous consultation saw over 2000 Following the endorsement The Men’s Shed, One of the first projects official opening of the improvement to ensure residents and visitors provide of the masterplan, a number located behind the Lake for the group is the shed will take place in high quality education and input into the masterplan. of projects are anticipated to Boga Bowling Club, was repair of five donated the near future - all are care for children in our Swan Hill Rural City Council begin shortly. constructed with the aim barbecues. Once welcome to attend. communities. Mayor Les McPhee praised One of the first projects of improving the health repaired, the barbecues This project was made If you have been the work of Council staff and to get underway will be the and wellbeing of men in will be sold and funds possible thanks to funding considering a career in early consultants in developing redevelopment of the garden the area. raised will go towards from Swan Hill Rural City childhood, please contact the plan and also the level of area behind the new clock In the short time the future equipment. Council and generous Council’s Family Day Care community involvement. tower. shed has been running, Another upcoming community support, service on 5036 2370 to “The amount of work that The garden has been the group has been project is the completion donations and volunteers. discuss your options. went in to creating such a designed by Swan Hill detailed plan for the future of College student Jack Connor. IMMUNISATIONS our riverfront in only six months Jack submitted his concept Council will host monthly is a fantastic achievement,” Cr during the redevelopment immunisation sessions McPhee said. of the clock tower in 2011. at the Swan Hill Town Hall “I congratulate and thank His design captured the Beveridge Street PACC on the following dates: the staff and consultants for attention of Swan Hill 9 September, 7 October, their hard work and dedication Rural City Councillors who 11 November, 9 December during the development of the recommended the garden from 10am until 11am. masterplan. design be fully scoped. 23 September, 21 October, “I also want to extend that A community celebration reconstruction 25 November, 16 December thanks to the community for will be held to commemorate Beveridge Street, between McCallum and “There will be one or two days when a from 6pm until 7pm. taking such a big interest. the endorsement of the McCrae streets will undergo a complete complete road closure will be necessary but Immunisations will be With over 2000 residents and masterplan and to thank the reconstruction from the end of August. these will be kept to Sundays, keeping the offered for protection visitors providing feedback, community for their input. This It is anticipated the works will take impact on trading to a minimum.” against diphtheria, this is largest community will coincide with the turning approximately 16 days to complete. The section of Beveridge Street will be tetanus and whooping consultation project of the first sod signalling the Council’s Director Infrastructure David Leahy completely reconstructed and resurfaced cough; haemophilus conducted by Council,” he beginning of the riverfront said every effort will be taken to maximise and the centre line shifted. The upgrades will influenzae B; poliomyelitis; said. upgrade. accessibility during the works. assist with drainage and make the road safer pneumococcal; rotavirus; “And, it is with this “The reconstruction of the street will be for pedestrian crossing. measles/mumps/rubella; feedback that we now have To view the Swan Hill completed in two sections, leaving one Community members will be advised of road meningococcal C; chicken a masterplan that has been Riverfront Masterplan visit half of the street accessible to vehicles,” closures through public notices in the local pox; and hepatitis A/B. created by our community, www.swanhill.vic.gov.au. Mr Leahy said. media and on Council’s website. 3 4 SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 New PS Pyap wharf launched The Pioneer Settlement’s stunning redgum deck and ramp to the breakfast where the Member for new PS Pyap wharf has been PS Pyap (with four access points Swan Hill and members from officially launched. for different river heights), making Regional Development Victoria A crowd braved the cool it much more user friendly and and Tourism Victoria heard August weather to see first- accessible for people of all abilities. presentations about the Swan hand this fantastic new upgrade The upgrade also includes a Hill Riverfront Masterplan, Pioneer to the Pioneer Settlement and new retaining wall. Works were Settlement upgrades and the watch the Member for Swan Hill completed by Hunter Wharf Heartbeat of the Murray. the Honourable Peter Walsh MP and Barge, while the project Cr McPhee then presented and Swan Hill Rural City Council was funded through the State Minister Walsh with a final copy of Mayor Les McPhee unveil a Government’s Flood Recovery the Riverfront Masterplan. commemorative plaque. Community Infrastructure Fund. The wharf features a new The opening followed a business

MASTERPLAN: Mayor Les McPhee presented the Honourable Peter Walsh MP with a copy of the Swan Hill Riverfront Masterplan at a business breakfast held WHARF LAUNCH: The Member for Swan Hill, with Swan Hill Rural City Council Mayor Les McPhee, unveils prior to the PS Pyap wharf opening. the official plaque commemorating the new PS Pyap wharf.

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TRANSFORTRANSFORgarden MAGIC: Stage one of the Manangatang P-12 College’sMM MonsterATIONATION Garden has transformed an old courtyard into a vibrant learning space. The first stage of Manangatang P-12 College’s have changed the area. A weather station has Program, Council provided $1100 towards the Family Day Care. Monster Garden has been completed, with also been installed. first stage of the three-stage project, which will Manangatang P-12 College Principal David the transformation of an old courtyard into a As well as providing a stimulating also see the planting of an orchard and installation Griffin said stage one had created momentum vibrant learning space. environment and natural light, the sensory of a community kitchen with a pizza oven. for the completion of the overall project. With the involvement of the school’s VCAL garden also has different textures to touch and The garden, which is open to everyone, “I think it is great that we now have this students, the area is now being used as an feel for students with autism spectrum disorder is also used for community meetings and additional resource within our community,” Mr outdoor classroom and recreation space. and developmental delays. The garden also gatherings, and is used by local playgroups Griffin said. A sensory garden has been planted, while enables students to observe a living garden. and the pre-school, staff meetings and Student “The volunteers who have worked hard to im- wooden chairs and other outdoor furniture Through Council’s Community Grants Representative Council meetings, as well as plement this project have done a magnificent job.”` also IN THE WORKS

Council officers and contractors River Road, Swan Hill — gravel has also been made from recycled have been busy working on roads resheeted 1.2km bricks. The development of a and other projects around the Tresco Mystic Park Road, Tresco ramp, which is accessible from municipality over the past few — gravel resheeted 1.25km the east and west sides of the months, including: public hall, provides the park with Vivian Road, — gravel all-abilities access. resheeted 1.6km >> Road reconstructions The park also has a feature garden Quambatook Road, Kunat — Crete Road, Robinvale — planted with miniature bottle shoulder resheeted 3km reconstructed and widened 2.6km brushes from a tree-planting day, Woorinen Road, Swan Hill — Higgins Road, Robinvale — which involved Council’s Chief shoulder resheeted 1.3km reconstructed 200 metres Executive Officer Dean Miller and Council staff, as well as students Woorinen Vinifera Road, >> Ultima Lions Club Park from Ultima Primary School Vinifera — reconstructed and lime Works are nearing completion on (see page 8). stabilised 1.2km the Ultima Lions Club Park. The The new playground, footpaths Church Road, Nyah — Ultima community continue to be and landscaping has encouraged reconstructed 540 metres impressed that the concept plan many visitors and former residents Lakeside Drive, Lake Boga — they developed through Council’s to return to Ultima and locals reconstructed 700 metres community planning process and encourage everyone to visit the landscape architect Noreen Jones, Little Murray Weir Road, Lake park. is now starting to take shape. Over Boga - reconstructed 500 metres The Ultima Lions Club is 400 bricks with current and former now focused on creating an residents’ names have been laid in outdoor memorabilia museum >> Resheeting the park to resemble a train track, in conjunction with the local Meatian North Road, Meatian — keeping with the theme of the PARK PROGRESS: The new ramp at the Ultima Lions Club Park. The ramp is community. gravel resheeted 3.6km park End of the Line. A footpath accessible from the east and west sides of the public hall. SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 5 Come and Try Football for All Day success A fantastic crowd of around 120 people and Peta-Lyn Nosatti helped organise came to the Barry Steggall All Abilities the day. Also assisting the event was Park for the Come and Try Football for Football Administration Manager for All Day in late June. the Football Integration Development Sixty-five participants took part in Association Logan Whitaker, Region the day, which included a circuit of Development Manager for Central football stations such as a handball Murray/North Central WorkSafe AFL wall and kicking drills as well as football Victoria Country Trevor Mellington and activities. The activities were planned volunteer Daryl Powell. and co-ordinated by PUSH committee The event was also supported by members Billy Carpinteri and Sean Swan Hill College Year 10 VET Sport Ewart, and Swan Hill College Year 10 and Recreation teachers Whitney VET Sport and Recreation students. Kennedy and Chris Grant, and Murray The AFL also provided giveaways for ACE students. the participants, who included Murray It is hoped that the Come and Try Human Services, Task Force, Swan Hill Day will be followed by a six-week Specialist School and other community program similar to Auskick. members. Funded by Council’s Rural Access Want to know more? program, the crowd enjoyed a Contact Delia Baber, barbecue lunch (with bread donated Mallee Sports Assembly by Coles), while McDonald’s supplied on 0429 332 008, drink containers. [email protected] PUSH committee members Delia or Clinton Hucker, Rural Access FULL FORWARDS: (L-R) Sean Ewart, Trevor Mellington, Phillip Evans, Clinton Hucker, Logan Whitaker, Delia Baber, Clinton Hucker, Lynne Johnstone Co-ordinator on 5036 2404. Baber and Billy Carpinteri with Swan Hill Specialist School students Connor Gifford Andrews and Jade Barr. Piangil multi- George Lay Park purpose centre officially opened A crowd of students, teachers and staff gathered on The students also helped to raise funds for a cool day in early August to see the official opening developments to George Lay Park through of George Lay Park by the Member for Swan Hill, barbecues, family fun days, garage sales and cake the Honourable Peter Walsh, MP and Swan Hill stalls. College VCAL students. Speaking at the opening, Swan Hill Rural City The land that was formerly known as Council Mayor Cr Les McPhee congratulated “prickle park” has undergone a complete the VCAL students for their hard work, and also transformation to become a much-used and loved thanked the State Government who provided community space. funding of $197,500 through the Putting Locals Swan Hill College Year 11 and 12 VCAL students First program. Council also contributed $124,000 have taken a leading role in the George Lay Park towards the park. project from its very beginning. The students carried Following the official proceedings, Mayor Les out initial surveys with local residents, helped with McPhee, with encouragement from the Honourable concept designs for the park and provided major Peter Walsh and students, took a ride on the park’s input into the George Lay Park Masterplan. flying fox (pictured).

FUNDING: Piangil Memorial Park Committee Member Malcolm Vallance with Local Member for Swan Hill, the Honourable Peter Walsh MP.

After two years of planning, the Piangil the Maternal and Child Health Service community will see a new multi-purpose and toilets which will be accessible centre built in the town. from inside and outside the building. In addition to State Government The former community centre will funding of $300,000 through the Putting be demolished to make way for Locals First Program, the community construction. has raised $26,000. Council will also It is anticipated that the concrete slab contribute $81,000 towards the project for the building will be poured before (including $49,150 from Community Christmas this year, and the new multi- Planning). purpose centre ready for hire by the end The Piangil community have already of 2014. A Christmas party is one of created plans to identify the building’s the first events planned to celebrate the layout and its many uses including new building.

RIBBON CUTTING: Member for Swan Hill the flying high: Mayor McPhee takes his turn Honourable Peter Walsh, MP with Swan Hill on the flying fox (with encouragement from the Nyah WEST College VCAL students and Mayor Les McPhee. Member for Swan Hill and students). Kindergarten Community Grants update applications – open now Applications for the Category programs and activities within a municipality but with a project The Nyah West Kindergarten and current legislation relating One and Community Pride grants community. delivering services to residents of upgrade is scheduled for to children’s services. are now open, giving community, The Community Pride Swan Hill Rural City, are eligible to completion during the 2013-2014 • Putting the concept plan sporting, cultural and other not- category provides funds apply. financial year. Council’s Major into an engineered architect for-profit groups the opportunity towards sustainability initiatives Groups and organisations must Projects team is currently working design. to apply for up to $2000 from that contribute to the vision of also be an incorporated body, or on the following: • Tendering (one month) and Council’s Community Grants community pride, enhance the be auspiced. construction (anticipated two Program. look and feel of the community, Application forms are available • Feature survey/site to three months). Funding under Category One and develop innovative solutions via Council’s website www. investigation. • Landscaping options. will be provided for applications for sustainable communities. swanhill.vic.gov.au, Council’s • Ensuring that the existing that target projects such as Applications for both categories Splatt Street office and from the utilities (power supply, sewer, Further discussions will take structural repairs or minor will be open until Friday, 13 Robinvale Resource Centre. water supply), will be sufficient place with the user groups within upgrades to community facilities, September 2013. For more information, for the upgraded centre. the community, to work out the current OH&S or risk management Groups and organisations based contact Casey Hovenden at • Setting design criteria in light finer details, and then a physical issues, equipment upgrades, in the Swan Hill Rural City Council Council on 5036 2331 or email of community consultation building date will be determined. local community events or new or organisations from outside the [email protected]. 5 6 SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 Youth news More than 500 young people have attended Swan Hill Rural City Council Youth Support Program events during the past year. This includes a number of FReeZA events such as: • Ice skating at the Pioneer Settlement with music from local youth band 9 Day Kings. • Pre-Australia Day pool party at the Swan Hill outdoor pool. • Metal Mayhem concert at Longhurst Hall. • Skate/Scoot/BMX Jam during 2013 National Youth Week at the Swan Hill Skate Park. • Red Rave at the Swan Hill Leisure Centre to raise money and awareness for Red Nose Day. The Swan Hill Youth Council also held public speaking workshops for around 75 young people with trainer Peter Dhu at the Swan Hill Town Hall PACC. The Youth Council also held Swan Hill’s first ever dry debutant ball at the Town Hall in conjunction with Southern Lights MORE THAN Church. Other youth activities include: • Coaching Young People for Success – SHRCC Youth Support Program. A complete life, career and school performance coaching system JUST PARKING transforming the approach to traditional MEET THE REG SERVICES TEAM: Council's Regulatory Services team members (L-R) Darren Rovere, Harold Rovere, Cliff Ryan, career guidance, case management and Jennifer Connell (Robinvale) and Adam Hunter. support for young people. • Youth Kitchen – a free weekly session on a There is never a dull moment double and an isolated area claimed from the pound or Wednesday from 4pm to 6pm at Youth Inc. in the Regulatory Services created for sick and injured surrendered. This incredible Did you know? The Youth Kitchen provides an opportunity for young people to learn valuable cooking Department. From rehousing animals. The extra pens project ensures that all dogs As well as handling the more dogs to litter enforcement, means that more dogs can deemed safe for rehousing skills. well known areas such as • Youth Inc school group visits from the the role of a Reg Services be housed while trying to re- are sent to different agencies parking meters and animal Officer is as interesting as it home them. around Victoria to be placed Swan Hill Specialist School, Murray Ace control, Regulatory Services – GGEA class, SuniTAFE – SuniTech and is varied. The Robinvale Pound also in loving homes. also manages: The purpose of the received an upgrade and now The K-9 Kube - a hydraulic Swan Hill College – VCAL and Which Way Regulatory Services consists of five dog bays, lifter that safely loads and • Municipal fire prevention Now students. Department is to provide one cat bay, an isolation transports animals from and inspections • Swan Hill Specialist School Tuesday for the peace, order and bay, washroom and food ground level onto a transport • Litter enforcement afternoon visits. This is an elective for wellbeing of the people in preparation area. vehicle - won the WorkSafe • Prevention of cruelty to the Senior School students, with around the municipal district and to New parking meter Award for Best Solution to a animals 10 young people coming into Youth Inc create a safe environment for technology was introduced Workplace Health and Safety • Inspection of Domestic every week for free time. A new group all members of the community with positive feedback Issue. The development of Animal Businesses of students come in each term. The to freely go about their day- received from community the Kube, a joint partnership • Investigation of animal Youth Connections program for Swan Hill to-day lives. members for its ease of use between Council and local complaints Specialist School graduates is also held Changes to legislation and and the ability to pay for time business CJM Attachments, • Education within schools every Thursday from 10am to 3pm. on responsible pet upgrades in technology keep rather than a set space. revolutionised Occupational Young people will also have the chance to Health and Safety for our ownership Council’s Regulatory Services A free micro-chipping day get involved in the decision-making within authorised officers who team on their toes. Over the was introduced in 2011. Local Government with the development handle dogs and other past few years some major Each year Council offers 50 of a Youth Engagement, Inclusion and animals. STATS changes and upgrades have pet owners the chances to Participation Framework. The framework will All of these highlights, and taken place to ensure Council microchip their dog or cat for From January to July this involve youth across the municipality giving many more, help Council’s is at the forefront in keeping free. Micro-chipping is vital year Council has them a voice in the policies, programs and Reg Services Officers with the municipality safe. The Reg to ensure the best chance re-housed 137 dogs initiatives affecting young people and their the not always easy task of Services team’s highlights for the safe return of missing Since the free community. The framework is funded by the keeping our community safe. include: pets. microchipping program Department of Human Services – Office for The Swan Hill Pound At the beginning of 2013 began in 2011, 240 cats Youth (a component of the Government’s underwent Stage one of its Council joined forces with Residents can contact and dogs have been Shape It! Strategy). redevelopment which saw animal welfare groups to re- the Regulatory Services microchipped for free. the number of holding pens house dogs that were not Department on 5036 2346. Want to know more? Visit www.youthinc.net.au or call Youth Support Co-ordinator Kane Sparks PS Gem’s 50th anniversary on 5036 2482. Rates Notices Council rate notices were sent out recently and celebrations residents may have noticed a few changes. FIRE Services Levy This year’s notice now includes the Fire Services Property Levy. In the past, the Fire Services Levy was charged through home and contents insurance policies. The levy will no longer be charged through home and contents insurance, it now appears on property rate notices. Council would like to reiterate that it does not keep any of the funds collected for the levy. These funds are sent directly to the State Government.

birthday cake: A special PS Gem cake also marked A REAL GEM: Guests at the Lower Murray Inn celebrated the 50th Payment options The option to pay rates in one lump sum in February the occasion. anniversary of the arrival of the PS Gem. each year is no longer available, however the early In late July around 180 guests turned out Purchased in 1962 by the then Swan steamer. payment in full discount will still apply. to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hill Folk Museum, the Paddle Steamer Further works were completed earlier Payment by instalments allows all ratepayers the arrival of the PS Gem to the Pioneer Gem was towed to Swan Hill by the PS this year around the PS Gem, including to better spread their rate payments over the Settlement. Oscar W. a new wharf area, viewing platform, a financial year. The 50th birthday also marked the What was originally expected to be a walking path along Monash Drive and It also enables ratepayers who may miss an beginnings of the Pioneer Settlement 10-day trip, turned into 10 months due a new wedding entrance. These recent instalment payment to receive a reminder notice that we know today. to low river levels, however the Queen works were funded by Council and via their next instalment notice, with a minor Guests enjoyed a spit roast, music of the Murray finally arrived in Swan Hill Regional Development Victoria’s Local interest penalty on the overdue amount only. from the Happy Wanderers and plenty in July 1963. Government Infrastructure Program. of memories at the Settlement’s Since her arrival to the Settlement, For further information on the Fire Lower Murray Inn. Swan Hill Rural the PS Gem has undergone a Want to know more? Services Levy or rate payment options City Council Mayor Les McPhee also number of transformations, including Contact the Pioneer Settlement on please read through the brochures included led a rousing rendition of Happy major restoration works in 2010, 5036 2410 or visit in your rates notice or contact Council’s Birthday. breathing new life into the paddle www.pioneersettlement.com.au. revenue department on 5036 2333. SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 7 Fantastic weekend of music Swan Hill Cultural Services actors in a night of carnival- performers for a free concert are teaming up with the style entertainment, food and from 6pm — the perfect lead- Fairfax Festival and Songlines music. The event is free for in to a night on the town. to present a weekend of anyone under the age of 18 The weekend will also music and entertainment — and is just a donation on entry see musicians and bands the perfect way to start the for everyone else. performing at pubs, clubs September school holidays. Saturday night brings and restaurants throughout The weekend gets underway another night of free music to Swan Hill. Visit www.swanhill. on Friday, 20 September with the Swan Hill Town Hall PACC vic.gov.au for other session YESFest – a street party like with Songlines and Swan Hill locations and times. no other. Rural City Council presenting A night of youth art and some of Indigenous Australia’s YESFest: creativity, YESFest is the best musicians for one night Friday, 20 Sept ideal start to what is shaping only. 5pm - 9.30pm up to be a huge weekend. Nationally renowned Don’t miss the chance to see performers Kutcha Edwards, Songlines Concert: some of the state’s up and The Egoz and Skin Choir will Saturday, 21 Sept STREET PARTY: The band Young Guns perform at last year’s YESFest. coming bands, singers and be joined by local dancers and 6pm - 8.30pm Robinvale Community Garden underway

Town Hall marks latest transformation PERFORMANCE: The Breakaways helped to showcase the Town Hall’s audio and lighting upgrades. PLANNING: Robinvale P-12 College students and Paul Ward plan the layout for the new Robinvale Community Garden. The Swan Hill Town Hall PACC performing arts venue, it’s now wireless communications system has marked its new audio and equipped with one of the best between backstage and sound lighting upgrades with an official PA systems in regional Victoria, and light operators, monitors in the Through Council’s community of local partners are supporting the celebration in early August. catering for weddings and foyer and dressing rooms and a planning process, the Robinvale garden’s development including Launched by the Member for bands, through to full theatrical facelift for the ticket box. A hearing community identified as a priority Council, Robinvale Health Service Swan Hill the Honourable Peter performances. aid loop has also been installed in to have a community garden and SuniTAFE to name a few. Walsh, the commemorations saw Brand-new LED lights which can the auditorium. which the whole community can The students have also held a number of guests gather to change to any colour have also The upgrades, which access. soup days to raise funds and celebrate the Town Hall’s latest been installed, while the stage has were completed by Outlook Robinvale P-12 College kindly awareness. Robinvale community upgrades, including showcasing been fitted out with smoke and Communications, were funded made available school land for the garden partners encourage others the new equipment with a haze machines for visual effects. through a joint partnership garden, while the Year 10 Agriculture to support the garden by either performance by The Breakaways. Six moving lights can also display between Regional Development students are leading the project. participating in its development or Recognising the diversity of the colours, patterns and other effects. Victoria and Council. Garden concept plans have been through monetary donations to help Swan Hill Town Hall PACC as a Other upgrades include a new developed and already a number grow the garden. Get set for Pioneers Weekend Free e-waste disposal at Swan Hill Landfill Community members can now dispose during May and over 1100 televisions of e-waste, including televisions and and computer screens were collected HOMESTEAD: Tours of the Murray Downs homestead are among the activities planned for Pioneers Weekend. computer screens for free at the Swan from just 292 transactions,” Mr Leahy Kicking off on Friday, 27 the ever-popular Antiques and incorporated into this year’s Hill Landfill. said. September and running until Collectables Appraisals Day at event. The night, hosted by At its June meeting, Council voted “The overwhelming result highlighted the Sunday, this year’s Pioneers the Lower Murray Inn, which Swan Hill’s film buff Barrie to become an E-Waste Stewardship the amount of unwanted e-waste in the Weekend will have something will run alongside the Pioneer’s Bales will include the Australian Provider under the National Television community. for everybody. Book Fair at the Pioneer film Newsfront on Friday night. and Computer Recycling Scheme. “This program allows us to not only Formerly known as Pioneers Settlement on the Sunday. Council’s Director Infrastructure divert e-waste from landfill cells but Week, Pioneers Weekend will Also on Sunday will be the Stay tuned to local media David Leahy said previously the cost will also have a major impact on the see the event brought back Rare Trades and Skills Day for more details of Pioneers to ratepayers to dispose of TVs and number of illegal dumping incidents and to the Pioneer Settlement and as well as tours of the Murray Weekend events, including computer screens was $15 per screen reducing the municipality’s ecological will run in conjunction with the Downs homestead. the film festival, or call the (up to three only) and $25 for each extra footprint,” he said. site’s school holiday program. In other exciting news, a Swan Hill Region Information screen. The Swan Hill Landfill is open Returning this year will be film night is also planned to be Centre on 5032 3033. “Council held a Free E-Waste Sunday to Friday from 9am to 4pm and Collection Event at the Swan Hill Landfill Saturdays from 9am to 2pm. 8 SWAN HILL RURAL CITY COUNCIL NEWS | SPRING 2013 ultima TREE Compelling viewing PLANTING DAy Fifty native miniature bottle brush “The children were so enthusiastic trees were planted in June at the to be involved, which just highlights recently upgraded Lions Club Park the community pride in Ultima.” in Ultima. Other recent upgrades to the park Ten students from Ultima Primary include the installation of bollards, a School worked alongside Swan final layer of mulch spread over the Hill Rural City Council staff to plant garden beds, an extension of the the new trees, which will be a main disability access ramp to the public feature of the park. toilets and the installation of adult Paul Blackmore Festival of Council’s Chief Executive Officer gym equipment. the Epiphany, Russia 2010, Dean Miller was there to lend a The project has been made type C photograph 36 x 55 helping hand on the day. possible through funding from cm, edition of 15. “Working side by side with the Swan Hill Rural City Council and support from the Ultima Lions students, getting our hands dirty The CCP Documentary digital images are taken and inspiring exhibition, which runs planting the trees and then seeing Club, Ultima Primary School, Ultima Photography Award is returning uploaded to the internet within from 2 October to 10 November. how proud they were with the Progress Association and the Ultima to Swan Hill from the 15 August to seconds using the average Don’t miss out on American finished result just made for an community. 29 September. This very popular mobile phone, it is a privilege to concert pianist, Roman excellent day,” Mr Miller said. contemporary photography see real photographs and the Rudnytsky, who is returning to exhibition showcases some of work of skilled professionals, Swan Hill on the 22 September the best photographers in the which is considered meaningful for an afternoon recital. Always country. From traditional black and insightful. a popular performer, Rudnytsky and white imagery, to vibrant Following on from this, and will play works by Grieg, Hoist, colour recordings — all are done in sharp contrast to, the tour Chopin and Stravinsky. Book without digital manipulation. de force of information and early on 5036 2430. Tickets These works are compelling, imagery is the subtle and are $35, Gallery Members $30, leaving the viewer wanting to contemplative work of local artist Students $7.00. know and see more. Anna Stewart. Her work Quiet – Themes range from the effects thinking of nature, will give us of war on US Marines through time to consider our footprint to dog shows, roller derby and on the earth, and critically too, Want to know more? TREE PLANTING: Swan Hill Rural City Council CEO Dean Miller and Environment the annual Miss South Sudan on this region. Natural materials Contact the Gallery on Officer Natalie James pictured with Ultima Primary School students at the Ultima Australia pageant. and reclaimed objects are the 5036 2430 or visit Lions Club Park. In this snap happy age where medium for this thoughtful and www.swanhillart.com. WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER wide to join with 4,000 Show (may contain coarse – 2pm (Sat). Contact Geoff >> LOOKING FOR SOMETHING MORE? others as the small township language). Contact: Swan Hill Hickmott 0438 372 164. Sun 1 Sep – Sun 8 Sep This is just a taste of the events occurring across the Swan of Manangatang celebrates Region Information Centre MAX BRERETON, Swan Hill Hill and Robinvale regions from September to the end of its biggest day of the year! Booking Office 5036 2444. WHAT ELSE? November taken from swanhillonline.com. There are other Regional Art Gallery. Local Live entertainment, Fashions There are also regular regular community events listed at swanhillonline.com including Sun 27 Oct OPEN GARDEN identity and sign writer Max euchre, bingo, community group meetings and more. on the Field and more. PYAP CRUISES (weekdays DAY. Hospital Auxiliary. Brereton brings a lifetime of Contact 5032 2110. 2.30pm; weekends, Victorian experience in sign writing to >> GET a free event listing Contact 5032 4802. Wed 16 Oct – Sun 1 Dec school holidays and public the Access Gallery. Anyone can have their event uploaded to the swanhillonline. Sun 27 Oct STUDIO PHOTOS, Swan Hill SHOW AND holidays 10.30am and com site FREE! SHINE. Cars, bikes, kids 2.30pm) and Sound and Tues 3 Sep – Sun 8 Sep Visit swanhillonline.com, go to the events calendar and follow Regional Art Gallery. Behind 2013 TOUR OF THE the Log In instructions at the bottom of the page. the scenes photographic tour entertainment, catering. Light tours at the Pioneer MURRAY RIVER. A six-day, Your event will be confirmed by a member of the Swan Hill of Australian artists working Contact Neville Roesler 5032 Settlement. Call 5036 2410 seven-stage road cycling Region Information Centre team in no time and be up on the 2107. for details. web for everyone to see. in their studio environments, tour which starts in providing a unique insight Mon 28 Oct MIDWEEK And don’t forget and travels throughout the into the minds, moods HORSE RACING, Swan STORYTIME every Saturday games and (hopefully this Mon 7 Oct MIDWEEK region, including Robinvale, and creative processes of Hill Race Course. Contact at the Swan Hill Regional year) a bouncy castle. Gold HORSE RACING, Swan Swan Hill, , Echuca some of the nation’s most 5032 2110 or visit www. Library at 10.30am. Move coin donation (Under18 free). Hill Race Course. Contact and Cobram. Contact Karin acclaimed painters. murraymallee.countryracing. and Groove is held every 5032 2110 or visit www. Jones, Cycling Australia: Fri 20 Sep Contact 5036 2430. com.au. Wednesday at 10.30am, BRENDAN murraymallee.countryracing. [email protected]. SCOTT, singer/dancer, Swan Thursday Baby Rhyme time com.au. Fri 18 Oct FLEECE AND Sun 29 Oct – Sun 1 Dec Hill Racecourse Bowls Club, at 10.30am. Call 5036 2480 Sun 8 Sep – TWILIGHT FLOWER SHOW, Uniting TREES AND WATER by 8pm. For bookings contact Tues 8 Oct – Sun 27 Oct for details. CINEMAS, “We’re the Millers Church (cnr Rutherford and artist Julie Chislett-Duffus. 5032 1212. THE ACRE PROJECT, Swan if anyone asks” (MA15+), Beveridge Streets). Contact Swan Hill Regional Art Hill Regional Art Gallery. MARKETS Swan Hill Town Hall. Contact Sun 22 Sep SWAN Jan Hackett 5032 4618. Gallery. Contact 5036 2430. The rural arts program, the 1st Sat of the month 1300 734 014 or visit www. HILL HORSE RACING, ACRE Project, will have Fri 18 Oct – Sat 19 Oct MURRABIT MARKET TwilightCinemas.com.au. Quambatook Cup Day, Swan NOVEMBER documentation and works on RELAY FOR LIFE SWAN (about 45km south east of Hill Race Course. Visit www. Fri 1 Nov – Sun 10 Nov Tue 10 Sep – Sun 6 October, display from the workshops HILL, Alan Garden Reserve Swan Hill), 8.30am to 1pm. murraymallee.countryracing. , Swan Hill COLOUR ME CRAZY, Swan held recently from across the Swan Hill. Contact Jamie Lea NOISES OFF Contact 5457 2205. com.au or call 5032 2110. Hill Regional Art Gallery. region. Contact 5036 2430. Jones 1300 656 585 or email Theatre Group, Memorial Hall, McCrae Street, Swan 2nd Sat of the month NYAH Colour Me Crazy gives Sun 22 Sep ROMAN [email protected]. Wed 9 Oct ME AND MR Hill. LIONS CLUB MARKET, artists who live with mental RUDNYTSKY RECITAL, JONES, Swan Hill Town Hall Sat 19 Oct NYAH HARNESS Nyah Trotting Complex illness the opportunity to Swan Hill Regional Art Sun 3 Nov PACC, 7.30pm. Cabaret. RACING, Swan Hill. On- THREE RIVERS (24km north of Swan Hill), rally against negative stigma Gallery, 3pm. Bookings and . Tinny trip from Table allocated seating. course facilities, TAB, RUN 9am to 1pm. Contact 5030 that is often associated with details contact 5036 2340. Moulamein to . Contact Swan Hill Region meals dining and takeaway, 2533 or 5030 2619. mental illness. Edward, Wakool and Murray Fri 27 Sep – Sun 29 Sep Information Centre Booking broadcaster on track. Contact 5036 2430. Rivers. 50 boats, 200 people 3rd Sat of the month PIONEERS WEEKEND. Office 5036 2444. Contact 5030 2411. and a heap of fun. Contact ROBINVALE COMMUNITY Thurs 12 Sep NYAH Featuring a film evening with Fri 11 Oct – Sat 12 Oct Sat 26 Oct VINTAGE Dick Phillips 0458 802 211, GROWERS’ MARKET, Caix HARNESS RACING, Swan Barrie Bales, tours of the BUSINESS EXPO AND FASHION SHOW. Charity www.threeriversrun.com.au. Square, Robinvale, 8.30am Hill. On-course facilities, TAB, Murray Downs Homestead, MARKET FAIR SWAN HILL Fundraiser for the Swan Hill to 12.30pm. Contact 5051 meals dining and takeaway, Antiques and Collectables Tues 5 Nov AND DISTRICT, The Grain Hospital. For more details NYAH 8000. broadcaster on track. Appraisals Day at the Lower Shed. Recreation, home and contact Sally 5037 2898. HARNESS RACING, Swan Contact 5030 2411. Murray Inn and more. leisure Friday 1pm - 8pm Hill. On-course facilities, TAB, 3rd Sat of the month Contact 5032 3033. Sat 26 Oct – Sun 27 Oct Thurs 19 Sep THE 39 and Saturday 9am - 2pm. meals dining and takeaway, ANGLICAN BOOT SALE JUNIOR BASKETBALL STEPS, Harrison Theatre, Children’s attractions, home broadcaster on track. MARKET, Anglican Function OCTOBER TOURNAMENT, Swan Hill Swan Hill, 7.30pm. decor, caravan and camping, Contact 5030 2411. Centre, Splatt Street, Swan Indoor Sport and Recreation John Buchan and Alfred Fri 4 Oct – Sat 5 Oct 2013 wide selection of Swan Hill Hill, 9am to 12pm. Contact Centre and various locations. Thurs 14 Nov – Sun 17 Nov Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps SWAN HILL ANNUAL traders. Contact Wayne 5032 2506 or 5032 3765. Junior Invitational Basketball MURRAY MUSIC MUSTER, adapted by Patrick Barlow. SHOW. A range of features 0417 525 385 or Geoff 0438 Tooleybuc Sporting Club. 3rd Sun of the month Contact 5036 2444. two-day tournament. have been confirmed for 372 164. Contact 5030 5478 or visit ROTARY CLUB OF SWAN this year’s 118th Swan Contact: 5033 1402, email Fri 20 Sep YESFEST, www.tooleybucsc.com.au. HILL MARKET, railway car Hill A&P Show. Visit www. Sat 12 Oct MANANGATANG [email protected]. McCallum Street, Swan RACES, Manangatang race park, Curlewis Street, Swan swanhillshow.com.au Sat 26 Oct SIDESHOW Fri 29 Nov – Sat 30 Nov Hill. From 6pm the street is track. Don’t miss this huge Hill, 9am to 1pm. Entry by or contact 5032 4314, SUPERSTARS, Swan Hill HOME, LEISURE AND going to be filled with young day on the Country Racing gold coin donation. Contact [email protected]. Town Hall PACC, 7.30pm. OUTDOORS, The Grain performers, overgrown Calendar. Each and every 5032 2164. Cabaret Theatre/Circus Stunt Shed, 2pm – 8pm (Fri), 9am puppets, live bands, carnival year patrons travel far and