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MAFFESCIONI MOTORSCNR HIGH AND INKERMAN STREETS — PHONE: 5461-1303
• Spray Painting & Panel Beating• No Job Too Small Or Large• 24-Hour Towing Available• Baked Enamel Refreshing
Farming is a “highly danger-ous” industry in Australia, andthis month national Farm SafetyWeek is raising aware-ness ofthe importance of futureproofing and cutting down therisks farmers face day-to-day.
The annual week runs from July20 to 25 and aims to raise awarenessof farm safety issues in rural
communities across Australia. This year’s theme for the week is
‘Farming for a Future’, focussing onrisk assessment and awareness,planning and mitigation —particularly after a year of drought,bushfire, floods and COVID-19. Theweek also has a strong focus onmental health awareness andsupport.
According to FarmSafe Australia’s
Safer Farms Agricultural Injury andFatality trend report 2020, agri-culture in Australia is a “highlydangerous” industry to work in.
The report found from January toJune this year there has been 33farm related fatalities and 71 non-fatal injuries in Australia.
Victoria had the majority of thosefatalities with 10, and six non-fatalinjuries.
Quad bikes had the highestnumber of fatal and non-fatalinjuries, followed by tractors. Thereport also found over 89 percent offatalities are males.
Just two months ago a farmer hada narrow escape in Rathscar afterthe tractor he was driving struck apower pole, with the lines collapsingonto the vehicle. The farmer wasuninjured but police said the
incident served as a reminder totake care on farms.
Local Evan Weir came back to hisfamily farm around six years agoafter undertaking a carpentryapprenticeship and said safety wasdrilled into him as a child, and thatsmall near misses occur relativelyfrequently on the farm.
Continued on Page 5
NEW WORLDPaige McLean and Nick Wright welcomed daughter Elsie to the
world this month under unusual circumstances — in the midst ofa global pandemic. Falling pregnant before the virus took hold inAustralia and giving birth this month, Paige said the experiencehas been an interesting one for the new family. 240720 03
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“While submissions for theconcept stage of the project are nowclosed there will be further oppor-tunities for the community toprovide input on the detaileddesigns which will be drafted laterthis year.
“I want to reiterate that this is acommunity driven project. Thisproject will take at least two years tocomplete so there is plenty of time toget this right.”
Works to begin placing the powerunderground are expected to beginthis year. Streetscape improvementworks will start once the power isunderground. This is likely to occurmid-2021.
Planning is underway to deter-
mine the scope and timing ofdelivery, with further informationand feedback opportunities to beprovided to building owners andtraders shortly.
“We will remain in contact withthe Maldon community andbusinesses to keep people informedand to seek further feedback as theproject progresses,” Cr Gardnersaid.
“The protection of Maldonheritage is paramount and councilwill hold a forum to discuss theproject with the community incoming months. In the interim, wehave agreed to undertake furtherheritage analysis to help informthese discussions.”
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Mount Alexander ShireCouncil’s Maldon rejuvenationproject is continuing to progressfollowing feedback from thelocal community about theproposed concept design.
The project recently received $4.5million from the Victorian Govern-ment to fund three main areas —putting powerlines underground,upgrading the streetscape such asfootpaths, crossovers, bins andseating and restoring shopfronts.
“Thank you to communitymembers for taking the time tomake a submission in relation to theconcept design documents,” MountAlexander Shire Tarrengower Wardcouncillor Stephen Gardner said.
“It’s great to represent a wardwhich is so passionate about itsheritage.”
The key areas of feedback relatedto proposed pedestrian crossings,kerb and tree outstands, trees andvegetation, street furniture andstreet lighting.
“We have met with the MaldonStreetscape Community SteeringCommittee to go over the feedbackand will continue to work throughthe ideas with them,” Cr Gardnersaid.
“We have agreed to establishsome working groups to focus on keyelements on the design beforepresenting options back to thecommittee for consideration. We willthen move to the detailed designphase.
The multi-million dollar project to rejuvenate Maldonʼs historic streetscape ismoving forward following community feedback. Photo: supplied.
have continued to surge, withanother record number of casesrecorded overnight this week asthe State Government revealedover 50 percent of people are notself isolating while waiting fortest results.
As of Thursday morning therewere 403 new cases, bringingVictoria’s total number of cases to7125, 3630 of which are active.
Five people aged between 50 and90 passed away from the virusovernight, bringing the number ofdeaths in the state from the virus to49.
The new figures come after arecord high of overnight cases wasrecorded on Wednesday, with 484cases confirmed by Premier DanielAndrews that morning.
Mr Andrews also revealed onWednesday that of the 3810 casesrecorded between July 7 and 21,nearly 90 percent did not isolate inthe period between the developmentof symptoms and getting tested.
Fifty three percent of those casesdid not isolate in the time betweenbeing tested and receiving theirpositive result.
“The one and only thing you canand must do when you feel sick, is togo and get tested. Nothing else isacceptable. If people don’t do that,we’ll continue to see numbersincrease,” Mr Andrews said onWednesday.
“Every person who gets tested isprovided with very clearinstructions about staying at homeuntil those results come through.”
At the start of June cases in thestate were trending downwards,with zero cases recorded overnighton both June 6 — for the first timesince restrictions were introduced inMarch — and June 9.
However by the end of the monthfigures were once again ramping up.
Metropolitan Melbourne andMitchell Shire (which bordersGreater Bendigo) are currently instage three restrictions which werereintroduced on July 9 as themajority of new cases came fromthose areas.
It is now mandatory for residentsin those areas to wear face maskswhen leaving home or face a $200fine.
While masks are not mandatoryin regional Victoria, residents arestill encouraged to wear maskswhen a 1.5 metre distance betweenthemselves and others can’t bemaintained such as in supermarketsor on public transport.
Central Goldfields has only hadone case of the virus, recorded onApril 2, and Pyrenees (zero cases),Mount Alexander (6) and Hepburn(2) shires remain free of activecases.
The Loddon Shire has had fourcases, one of which is currentlyactive.
Ballarat has seen a rise in casesover the past week with a total of 23cases, 11 of which are active.
Greater Bendigo has 17 cases, twoof which are active.
Restrictions have remained thesame in regional Victoria since June.Current restrictions for thoseoutside of metro Melbourne andMitchell Shire include:
Social GatheringsYou can only have up to five
visitors in your home at any onetime, in addition to the normalresidents of the household.
A gathering of up to 10 people isallowed in public places.
TravelIf you live outside metropolitan
Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, youare able to travel and stay in aholiday home, private residence ortourist accommodation, including
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caravan parks and campinggrounds, located in another non-restricted area. There are norestrictions on the distance you cantravel.
However, you cannot travel tometropolitan Melbourne andMitchell Shire unless it is forshopping for essentials like food,care or caregiving, or work or studythat cannot be done from home.
HospitalityRestaurants, cafes and other
hospitality businesses may resumedine-in services with up to 20 seatedpatrons per enclosed space — onecustomer per four square metres isallowed.
Cafes, pubs, bars, clubs andnightclubs can provide alcoholwithout a meal when seated.
Places of WorshipPlaces of worship can open for
private worship or small religiousceremonies for up to 20 people ineach separate area.
Up to 20 people, in addition to thecelebrant and couple gettingmarried, can attend a wedding.
Up to 50 people can attend afuneral in addition to the personleading the funeral and otherfuneral staff.
SportIndoor sport and recreation
activities and playcentres can openwith a maximum of 20 people perspace, and with up to 10 people pergroup class. Indoor and outdoorswimming pools can open to amaximum of 20 patrons.
Non-contact competitions areallowed for all ages while contactsport training and competition areallowed for people 18 years old oryounger.
Residents experiencing fever,cough, sore throat or otherrespiratory symptoms, even if mild,must get tested.
Maryborough District HealthService’s Fever Clinic providesCOVID-19 tests by appointmentonly, which can be made by calling5461-0362.
For information about corona-virus visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au orcall 1800 675 398.
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According to a statement from GoGoldfields, the organisation ismoving in a new strategic direction,from four impact areas — childrenand families, youth, economicparticipation, and family safety — toone which focuses on children andfamilies.
“In what is a natural evolution,Go Goldfields will refine its efforts toensure every young child in theCentral Goldfields Shire has all theopportunities they need to be happy,healthy and hungry for learning,” itread.
“The move from four impact areasto one is driven by the recognition ofthe strong foundations that nowexist within the community tocontinue work in the areas of youth,economic participation, and familysafety in the shire.
“Community leaders, serviceproviders, community organisations,and council officers have built strongcoalitions over the past five yearsthat has resulted in institutionalchange to better address theseimportant areas into the future.”
The four impact areas will becomecore responsibilities of councilincluding that support for theCentral Goldfields Youth Alliance
and collaborative efforts to addresscomplex needs, social isolation anddisconnection from education andemployment in young people will bethe ongoing responsibility of thecommunity and wellbeing directorateof Central Goldfields Shire, and thatcouncil will support a shire-widefocus on the prevention of familyviolence and the broader goals ofworking towards gender equity.
The transition will allow GoGoldfields to focus on a children andfamilies partnership which willfocus on engaging with thecommunity to build a collectivevision and approach to ensuring‘Every Child, has Every Chance’ inthe Central Goldfields Shire, whichMs Bartholomeusz said is “exciting”.
“It’s really exciting to refine thefocus and really recognise thematurity of what Go Goldfields hasachieved in all the areas it’s beeninvolved, and to really be bold andsay we want to focus on our childrenand their families, it’s a realstrength,” she said.
“There’s so many things going on
in that space that Go Goldfields cancapitalise on.
“I’m really looking forward tocreating a plan and engaging withthe community to understand theirambitions for their children and howto make Central Goldfields Shire theplace people want to come to bringup their children.
“For me it’s about setting up therelationships and understandingwhat Go Goldfields is and howpeople can get involved.”
Ms Bartholomeusz said GoGoldfields’ goal is to work towards apartnership model and to helpconnect community members andservices.
“We are really working towards apartnership model, this isn’t about asmall group doing things for others,it’s about creating a space wherepeople can feel involved,” she said.
“We know there’s a lot of servicescoming into the shire but we want toact as a connector between servicesand the community so we can ensurewhat’s coming into the shire actuallyworks for the people who live here.”
The Federal Government’sJobKeeper program has beenextended by six months, toMarch 2021, to help ease thefinancial burden of thecoronavirus pandemic.
Introduced in March this year, theJobKeeper program entitles workersto receive a flat payment of $1500per fortnight through theiremployer, if it has suffered a“significant financial hit” fromcoronavirus, before tax and was setto end on September 28.
Announcing the program’sextension to March 28, 2021 on
Tuesday, Prime Minister ScottMorrison said the extra assistancewould continue supporting hundredsof thousands of Australians who arewithout work, and offer businessesand their workers a lifeline to notonly get through this crisis, butrecover on the other side.
The extended program howeverwill see a reduction in payments,with the subsidy reduced to $1200from September 28 until January 3,2021 and $1000 per fortnight for fulltime workers or $650 for less than20 hours worked per fortnight (downfrom $750) from January 4, 2021until March 28.
“We will have Australian’s backsas we face the ongoing impacts ofCOVID-19,” Mr Morrison said.
“There is no silver bullet and thisis about delivering the supportAustralians need and the policiesour economy requires to reopen,recover and create jobs.
“These supports are a lifeline butour JobMaker plan is also settingAustralia up for our country’srecovery. We’re delivering theinitiatives and reforms that will helpgrow our economy and create thejobs we need for the years ahead.”
The COVID-19 Supplement willalso be extended from September 25,
2020 to December 31, 2020, at a rateof $250 per fortnight.
The income free area forJobSeeker Payment and YouthAllowance (Other) will also increasefrom $106 per fortnight to $300 perfortnight
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg saidthe extension of support recognisedAustralia’s economic recovery wasstill in its early stages and a numberof businesses and individualsremained significantly affected bythe global COVID-19 pandemic.
“The government’s focus remainson reopening the economy where it issafe to do so, but the extension of
these measures recognises that someparts of the economy will continue tobe affected and need continuedsupport,” Mr Frydenberg said.
“Sadly, as a result of this globalhealth pandemic, businesses willclose and people will lose their jobs,but that is why we have extendedthe Coronavirus Supplement andannounced a new skills package tohelp people transition from welfareto work.
“It is also why we are extendingthe JobKeeper Payment beyondSeptember to help keep businessesin business and Australians in jobsas our economy reopens.”
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CHRISTIE HARRISONGo Goldfields is working
towards developing a newstrategic direction with the helpof new acting manager CarolynBartholomeusz.
Ms Bartholomeusz is taking thereins from outgoing managerSandra Hamilton who was in therole for three years and comes as GoGoldfields begins transitioning fromfocusing on four impact areas to one.
Set to lend her expertise over thenext three months, MsBartholomeusz will assist indeveloping the next phase of GoGoldfields and said she’s lookingforward to taking on the role.
“My background lends itself verywell to the role in terms of havingworked in State Government inregional development for quite sometime,” she said.
“More recently I worked on awhole of government project aroundhow to work better at a place leveland how State Government canpartner with communities.”
Carolyn Bartholomeusz will be takingon the role of acting manager at GoGoldfields this month as theorganisation moves in a new strategicdirection.
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Workplace manslaughter is now a jailable offence.
As an employer, if a workplace death is caused by criminal negligence, you could face up to 25 years in jail, and fi nes up to $16.5 million. If you don’t take care of your employees at work, and make sure they can return home safe every day, we’ll make sure that you face the consequences.
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Future proofing a must for local farmersContinued from Front Page
“You always hear stories andthere has been little near misses,especially when there’s kidsaround,” he said.
“It was always drilled into us(jokingly) that there were crocodilesin the dams but it did keep us wellaway from the water. We’d alwaysget around on motorbikes but wewould always wear helmets.
“I think the most dangerousthings are falls, trips or backinjuries. Farming is certainlyoverrepresented in deaths and wehave a lot of safety features now likeall the quad bikes need to have rollbars.”
According to FarmSafe’s report,there are two key factors that canimpact safety on farms.
There is no work/life balancemeaning farmers’ workplaces flowinto home life and vice versa,resulting in a “general complacency”that creeps into day-to-day jobs.
The other key issue is thatclocking off is not always an option.
“Farm work exists seven days aweek, 24 hours a day,” the reportread.
“Farmers are also born with theattitude that the ‘job just needs toget done’. When you combine thatmindset with a general trendtowards reduction in staff, largerproperties and prioritisation oftasks based on economic gains, it
we’ve hooked into that which is goodas it helps with drought proofing,”he said.
“It was turned on this year andthat’s a game changer for us, itmakes life a whole lot easier becauseas soon as there’s a sniff of a droughtwe run out of water.
“About six years ago dad nearlytipped a truck over into a damemptying water into it and now Ican just run a pipe to the troughs. Italso means I’ll be able to doze all thedams and put crops on them.
“We also lease a farm downbetween Talbot and Lexton which isa bit further south and has morereliable water.”
Mr Weir said while the pipe onlyruns in the Loddon Shire, whichborders his property, he and theNatte Yallock Landcare Group arecurrently working to gain accessfrom the Central Goldfields Shire toensure more farmers have access tothe vital resource.
Mental health is also a challengefaced by farming communities.
According to BeyondBlue, someevidence suggests that the farmenvironment is hazardous to mentalhealth, with farmers experiencinghigh rates of stress and depression.
In Australia, male farmers die bysuicide at rates significantly higherthan the general population andnon-farming rural males.
Mr Weir said while it is achallenge, there’s a close network offarmers in the area.
“We’ve got a pretty closecommunity and network of farmershere. You can talk with anyoneabout anything,” he said.
“Now the pubs are all shut due toCOVID-19 it’s more difficult but wehad a landcare meeting at Nattethis week and it was good to catchup with everyone and check in.”
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becomes evident why addressingsafety culture on farm is extremelychallenging.”
Mr Weir said while safe practicesare often instilled into employees onwork sites, being on your own farmand financially self-dependant caninfluence safety measures.
“When I was chipping inMelbourne in the commercial side ofthings safety is really driven intoyou,” he said.
“The more money that comes into
something, the bigger the focus onsafety is.
“If you’re not making money it canbe hard to spend that extra bit to besafe.”
Mr Weir said future proofing theproperty is also something he’sconstantly working on.
“We’re always trying to futureproof,” he said.
“Since I’ve been back we’ve movedtowards cropping so we’re probablynow around 50 percent cropping and50 percent sheep.
“We’re always doing things suchas exclusion fencing to keepkangaroos out of the paddocks sothere’s more stock feed and settingup stock containment yards so wecan de-stock the paddocks ifneeded.”
Drought presents a significantchallenge for Mr Weir who saidbeing able to tap into the WimmeraMallee pipeline this year has been a“game changer”.
“The Wimmera Mallee pipelinejust came to our northern block and
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CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS SHIRE COUNCIL
WEEKLY UPDATEWorks UpdateOur Operations team have recently carried out thefollowing works:Two new guard rails installed as part of our bridgemaintenance program. The safety guard rails wereinstalled on Bet Bet-Betley Road – Betley and the St Arnaud-Dunolly Road near Bealiba/Moliagul.Road grading works are currently underway atAndersons Road – Bowenvale, Bet Bet Creek Road -Timor, Norwood Road - Timor West, Freemantle’s Road– Betley, Timor-Bromley Road - Timor, Meltons Lane -Bromley and Carisbrook-Betley Road – Betley.
Talbot Avoca RoadStage Two of the Talbot/Avoca Road upgrade project isunderway. The $693,000 project will deliver a full reconstructionof the road, including culvert renewal, of a onekilometre stretch of the Talbot/Avoca Road, either sideof the Amherst Cemetery.The project is jointly funded by the State GovernmentFixing Country Roads Program - $462,000 together witha Council contribution of $231,000.The project will be carried out by Council’s Operationsteam and is expected to take up to eight weeks tocomplete.Temporary lane closures may be required during theproject and motorists should obey changed trafficconditions.
Virtual Listening PostThank you to everyone who tuned in to our secondVirtual Listening Post via Facebook Live on Wednesday. Our Administrators spent over an hour chatting abouta range of topics including:
- Carisbrook Levee- Dunolly Mosaics - Council Elections - Businesses and impact of Covid-19- Refugee Welcome Zone - Economic Response and Recovery taskforce- Maryborough Skate and Scooter Park- FOI requests- Maryborough Airport- Energy Breakthrough- Recreation and Open Space Strategy- Maryborough Outdoor Pool- The Maryborough and District Advertiser- Pool and Spa registrations
Thank you to everyone who tuned in and submittedquestions. If you’d like to watch the May or July Listening Post youcan view them both on our Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/centralgoldfields or on our websitewww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/listeningpostvideos. If you’d like to contact our Administrators at any time,you can find their contact details at the bottom of thispage.
Tenders Tenders currently open are listed below. Tender documents can be downloaded fromeprocure, accessible via our website wwwwww..cceennttrraallggoollddffiieellddss..vviicc..ggoovv..aauu//tteennddeerrss
July Council MeetingThe July Council Meeting will be held at 6pm on Tuesday 28July.The meeting will be live streamed on our Facebook pageat www.facebook.com/centralgoldfieldsThe public won't be able to attend due to COVID-19Government restrictions. The agenda is availableat www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilmeetingsA Facebook recording will also be accessible via the aboveweb address by Friday 31 July.
Have Your Say opportunitiesThe Have your Say section on our website has beenrefreshed. The new look section now features: better navigation,project timelines, opportunity for online discussion and asection of past consultations. You can view the page atwww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay We’re currently inviting feedback on the following items:
The main focus of the 2020/21 Proposed Budget is toimplement the key objectives of the 2017-2021 Council Planand deliver on our commitment to deliver more than 40services to our community. The Proposed Budget includes acapital works program of $15.9 million – the largest inCouncil’s history.
Council has given notice of its proposal to sell Councilowned land located at 17 Majorca Road and 40 Gillies Road,Maryborough. Submissions will be considered at theHearing Meeting of Council on Tuesday 11 August 2020beginning at 5.30pm via Zoom or at 22 Nolan Street,Maryborough, subject to COVID-19 restrictions.
� DDrraafftt GGoovveerrnnaannccee RRuulleess –– cclloossiinngg TTuueessddaayy 44 AAuugguussttCouncil is required to adopt and apply Governance Ruleswhich describe the way it will conduct Council meetingsand make decisions. The Draft Governance Rules are designed to ensure goodgovernance by Council through the performance of its rolein accordance with the overarching governance principlesand supporting principles of the Local Government Act.To find out how to provide feedback or attend a submissionhearing, visit www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay
Council ElectionThe 2020 Council Election will be held in October and is runby The Victorian Electoral Commission. We have a put together a dedicated 2020 Council electionpage on our website which includes information about keydates, candidate training, wards and enrolling to vote. You can visit this page atwww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/councilelection2020All other enquiries should be directed to the VEC -https://www.vec.vic.gov.au/
Blue Green AlgaeGoulburn-Murray Water has issued a warning for high levelsof Blue Green Algae at Tullaroop Reservoir.Residents are advised to avoid direct contact with the waterand signage has been placed at the site.For more information, visit Goulburn-Murray Water’swebsite www.g-mwater.com.au/news/bga
Maryborough Outdoor Pool upgradesWorks are almost complete at the Maryborough OutdoorPool. New shade sails have been installed over the toddlers’pool and alongside the main pool and new turf has been laidunder the existing roof structure next to the toddlers pool. The plant room is also being upgraded and improvementworks to the showers, change room seating and doors andthe kiosk are underway. The $216,000 project is funded as part of Council’s 2019/2020Budget.The $2 million project for urgent repair works, which hasbeen funded by the State Government, will be undertaken in2020/21.
Treehouse exhibition on nowThe Many Story Treehouse Exhibition is currently on displayat the Central Goldfields Art Gallery. This is an exhibition ofTerry Denton’s original illustrations, sketches and layoutsshowing the development of crazy ideas, characters andstories for the phenomenally successful Treehouse seriesdeveloped with author, Andy Griffiths. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, only 18 visitors areallowed in the Gallery at any one time. You can book your free ticket to see The Many StoryTreehouse Exhibition viawww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/exhibitionsandevents
Kinder enrolmentFamilies looking to enrol their children in three and four-year-old kindergarten in 2021 can do so now through the newonline central enrolment system until 31 August, 2020.To find out more, including specific information on our sevenlocal kindergartens and session days and times, visitwww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/centralenrolment
JobsWe are recruiting for:
� Early Childhood Educator Cert III (full time and casual)� Waste Officer� Environmental Health Officer
For more information, including how to apply, visitwww.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/currentvacanciesWe are also participating in the Victorian Government’sWorking for Victoria initiative that aims to help Victorianswho have lost work due to COVID-19. To look for work or find out more, visit www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria
G1428-20 Essential Safety Measures inspection & maintenance of Council owned buildings
Work is underway to improveaccess to local businesses thatoperate from Maldon’s old shireoffices building in the MaldonShire Gardens on High Street.
The ramp at the Francis Streetentrance of the building will bereplaced to comply with DisabilityDiscrimination Act (DDA)requirements and the addition ofhandrails will improve accessibility.
The works will take up to sixweeks and be completed by lateAugust, weather permitting.
Mount Alexander Shire Councilhas consulted with and consideredthe needs of the local businessesoperating in the space to ensure thedisruption is minimal.
Access to the businesses will bemaintained via the stairs from theMaldon Shire Gardens. To minimisedisruption, the timing of works willbe co-ordinated with the needs of the
businesses wherever possible.The Maldon Visitor Information
Centre is yet to reopen due to theCOVID-19 pandemic as well asbeing dependent on older volunteerswho are at greater risk of seriousillness if they contract coronavirus.
Access to the Tarrangower Timesnewspaper office and local photo-grapher will be arranged from thegardens. Access to the hairdressingsalon at the rear building willcontinue to be maintained fromFrancis Street.
“We thank the local businesses fortheir cooperation and we hope thatthe disruption from the works willbe minimal to allow business tocontinue as usual,” MountAlexander Shire councillor StephenGardner said.
“This is part of council’s ongoingwork to improve to the accessibilityof facilities and services around ourshire.”
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A new phone service thatprovides information, supportand referrals to court users overthe phone is now up andrunning in response to thecoronavirus pandemic.
Recently launched by CourtNetwork, the free and confidentialservice can be accessed by all courtusers and is designed to assist thosein Victoria and Queensland navigatethe court system.
Court Network provides supportto court users before their mattersare before the court, during andafter through its confidential andfree service.
The not-for-profit organisationordinarily provides face-to-facesupport at select courts in bothstates but has been unable to do sosince the coronavirus pandemicstarted, with the court systemimposing restrictions on who canphysically attend court.
Court Network executive directorMaya Avdibegovic said the free andconfidential phone line will not onlyenable court users to continueaccessing the service, but will also
mean its more accessible to localcourt users.
“In the last year we providedsupport to more than 200,000 courtusers in Victoria and Queensland,that’s a massive number,” she said.
“Despite the pandemic, there arestill court users who need immediatesupport and a fairly large number ofcourt users are still having to cometo court, while there are also manywhose cases have been put on hold,so I think having this service willmake a huge difference for them.
“Our face-to-face delivery of theservice is not available state-wide,we’re only funded for a limitednumber of courts so with thetelephone support model, this isreally an opportunity for us to be astate-wide support service inVictoria and Queensland.”
Ms Avdibegovic said the phoneline will be of particular use to courtusers in rural and regional areas,such as Maryborough.
“Under the best circumstances,court users in rural and regionalareas have access to a limitednumber of services,” she said.
“We’re currently having conver-sations with a couple of Magistrates
who are really interested in doingtargeted promotion of the phoneservice in rural and regional areas.
“It’s an excellent opportunity toenhance service where it’s neededmost.”
Ms Avdibegovic said that formany, going to court can be “theworst possible day in their life” andthat the service provided by CourtNetwork volunteers seeks toalleviate some of that stress.
“There are plenty of people whodon’t understand the court processand for many people, going to courtcan feel like it’s the worst possibleday in their life,” she said.
“We can provide a lot of that pre-court support so they understandwhat to expect on the day.
“It is very hard for court users togo into court under the currentlimitations and restrictions becausethere is no support available, evenduty lawyers are working remotelyand they (the court user) can’t bringa support person in, so this phoneline is crucial.”
The phone service is availablebetween 9 am and 4 pm Monday toFriday and can be contacted on 1800571 239.
The Central Goldfields ShireCouncil has commenced stagetwo of the Talbot/Avoca Roadupgrade project.
The $693,000 project will delivera full reconstruction of the road,including culvert renewal of a onekilometre stretch of the Talbot/Avoca Road, either side of theAmherst Cemetery.
The project is jointly funded bythe State Government FixingCountry Roads Program —$462,000 together with a councilcontribution of $231,000.
The project will be carried out bycouncil’s operations team and isexpected to take up to eight weeksto complete.
Temporary lane closures may berequired during the project and
motorists should obey changedtraffic conditions.
Central Goldfields Shire chiefadministrator Noel Harvey said itwas great to see the second stage ofthis project underway.
“Last year council completed thefirst stage of this project and theseworks are a continuation of this,” hesaid.
“I had to go by myself but thatdidn’t change too much which wasgood, because if it had that probablywould’ve been a bit stressful givenit’s my first child.”
Giving birth to daughter Elsie onJuly 6 at the Maryborough Hospital,Paige said the experience wasthankfully relatively normal andwas able to have Nick in the room tosupport her.
“I had Elsie in Maryborough butthen ended up in special care inBallarat,” she said.
“They had to take our tem-peratures and do all the COVID-19screening, and when you’re in labourthat’s probably the last thing youwant to be standing there doing.
“But they were very good, Nickwas able to be with me and Ballaratwas very much the same.
“We couldn’t have any visitors inhospital but it was kind of niceafterwards because we didn’t havevisitors in and out every hour andwe got to enjoy that first week of justus.”
Paige said since arriving home,she’s had support from both herfamily and professionals and whilethe pandemic has made getting outmore difficult, she and Elsie aredoing well.
“Once we got home, because we’reout of town it’s a bit harder forpeople to just pop around so wehaven’t been inundated, but peoplehave been pretty good asking us ifwe can have visitors or if theyshould stay away,” she said.
“I’m still coping at the moment.It’s been pretty good but you do get abit sick of staying home and lookingat the same four walls every day.
“COVID-19 does make it harder togo out and do things, but we get outand go for a walk on the farm.
“I’ve been pretty lucky in that I’vebeen having home visits from themidwives and maternal child health
which has been really good. I haveother friends who had babies at thestart of March and they weren’t ableto have any of that support.”
Maryborough District HealthService director of clinical servicesNickola Allan said the health servicehas made some changes tomaternity services, but women canstill expect a relatively normaldelivery experience.
“Since the stage three restrictionswere first brought in during Marchwe did make some changes from amaternity point of view and thatwas just to restrict the number ofsupport people allowed into thedelivery room. We’ve maintainedthat this whole time,” she said.
“There is one support personallowed to stay during labour andpost natally as well, whether it’s thewoman’s partner, mum or who everthey choose, so they can stay in theroom and provide ongoing support.We just encourage that person not toleave the site.
“If there are special circumstancesthen that’s done on a case-by-casebasis but because of social distancingrequirements it is best practice thatthere’s only one person allowed intothe birth room with the mum.
“In terms of antenatal, we havebeen utilising video conferencing,telehealth and phone calls to reduceface-to-face appointments where wecan.”
Ms Allan said advice for pregnantwomen is the same for everyone inthe community.
“Practice really good hygiene, usethose commons sense principles andtry not to be in any situations whereyou’re breaching social distancing,”she said.
“It’s all those key principles thatare applicable for everybody, there’snothing to suggest a pregnantwoman needs to do anythingdifferent, just take care of yourself.”
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Expecting your firstchild during COVID-19CHRISTIE HARRISON
Expecting your first child isexciting and nerve wracking atthe best of times but giving birthduring a pandemic is sure to bea once-in-a-life time experience,one that Paige McLean and NickWright discovered for them-selves this month.
Falling pregnant before thepandemic, Paige has had the uniqueexperience of witnessing COVID-19hit Australia while expecting herfirst child, and while it’s enough tomake anyone nervous, Paige took asensible approach.
“It was interesting to say theleast,” she said.
“I wasn’t too stressed but I was abit anxious just because I didn’tknow how it would affect me.
“It was quite hard for me becauseI’m a primary school teacher andthere was a lot of unknowns aroundhow the virus affected pregnantwomen. It’s also difficult to socialdistance in a primary school, thekids don’t really understandpersonal space which made it quitehard.
“When things really started toramp up just before we went into thefirst lockdown in March, I actuallyfinished up earlier than I was meantbefore the school holidays becausemy boss didn’t want me to be at risk.Once we went into lockdown it wasquite a long few months.”
Paige and partner Nick live onproperty at Baringhup which Paigesaid has been a stress reliever, andall her doctor’s appointments wererelatively unaffected.
“I was pretty lucky in the sensethat because we live out of town ona farm, I could get out of the houseand do a few things around theproperty,” she said.
“I’m also lucky that nothing reallychanged with doctors appointments,I was at the stage where I had toattend face-to-face appointments.
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St Augustineʼs Primary School captains Lucas Miller and Amelia Reynolds were among dozens of students taking part inreplanting the schoolʼs front garden. Itʼs just one way the school is trying to cover the shortfall of events and opportunities puton the backburner by the coronavirus pandemic. 240720 01
RILEY UPTONWith term three now
underway, students and staffalike have begun adapting tothe new normal of life back atschool.
It’s been a difficult year forstudents across the state, whosenormal education routines havebeen interrupted by remotelearning, alterations to examtimetables and structured classes inthe wake of COVID-19.
Schools throughout the districthave also been impacted by thecancellation of events and excur-sions, with Energy Breakthroughbeing the most recent in a long list ofevents to fall before the pandemic.
Having returned to school twoweeks ago, students are having toregularly use hand sanitiser andwash their hands throughout theday, with schools in the district alsocleaned regularly.
Highview College principalMelinda Scash said students areglad to be back but with so manycancelled events and activities,students are missing opportunitiesthat can’t be replaced.
“I looked at our calendar andrealised that we would have had 50activities with the communityhappening this year and not one ofthem is going ahead,” she said.
“We’re doing what we can but it’sso limited compared to what wewould normally be doing and there’sno replacing the opportunities thestudents have lost.
“Our school leaders aren’t able tolead and we can’t hold assemblies,our leaders have put together somefantastic motivational materialonline, but it’s just not the same.”
Ms Scash said the year has beenparticularly hard for seniorstudents, many of whom werealready stressed about their futurestudy or career pathways.
“There are certainly levels ofanxiety among students and staff aswell because it’s unclear whether wewill have to return to remotelearning or when that mighthappen,” she said.
“It’s a very different school yearand we’re encouraging the studentsto see it as a different experience, itcan’t be compared to previous years.
“I think our senior students arepretty good, the whole cohort acrossthe state and country is beingimpacted but students are all beingimpacted evenly.”
Across the road at St Augustine’sPrimary School, students have alsomissed out on opportunities they’dotherwise be grabbing with bothhands.
Principal Sonia Turner said withso many events cancelled, staff havebeen working on ways to providestudents with opportunities theymight otherwise miss out on.
“So many things have been
cancelled this year and many of theopportunities we normally give thestudents, we just can’t do anymore,”she said.
“We’re looking at every possibleopportunity we can give thosestudents and one of them isbeautifying the whole front of theschool.”
Ms Turner said students havebeen hard at work, with a garden ofmore than 100 native plantssupplied by locals Helen and NevilleCollier.
“This is about giving the studentssomething to do and providing themwith the opportunity to leave alegacy behind,” she said.
“It’s incredibly important forstudents to feel like they’re a part ofthe school community and this issomething they’ll be able to leavebehind and in the future, look backon and be proud of.”
Bealiba Primary School principalCarol Taylor said staff and studentshave made the most of their newfound affinity with technology,taking part in several incursions atschool.
“We’ve had a couple of incursions,for example we had one with LeighHobbs who wrote the Old Tom seriesso as an author, Leigh was able tospeak to the students about how hewrote the book and his lateststories,” she said.
“These opportunities are reallyimportant for the development ofyoung people and it was interestingto see the language and thecomments that came out of theprogram with Leigh — it reallysparked some interesting conver-sations with students.”
Avoca Primary School’s actingprincipal Jacinta Dellavedova saidfor students, being back at schoolhas been important for theirwellbeing.
“It’s nice to be back, the kids havebeen able to be around their friendsagain which is really important fortheir social and emotional well-being,” she said.
“We are trying to keep ourstudents as engaged as we can andto give them something to lookforward to.
“I think staff are really excited tobe back and having that face-to-faceinteraction and actually being a partof a students learning instead ofdoing it over the internet is reallyimportant.”
So many things havebeen cancelled this yearand many of theopportunities we normallygive the students, we justcan’t do anymore.
— Sonia Turner, St Augustine’s
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The Avoca District Co-operative Ltd. is pleased to open up its second annual BUILD100 Grants Program for 2020
In 2019, 14 not-for-profit and community groups benefited from a share in $100,000 from the Community Bank inaugural BUILD100 Grants Program.
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The 2020 BUILD100 Community Grant Program opens on the 17th ofAugust and will remain open until October 16.
As the managing company for the Bendigo Bank branches in Avoca,Maryborough and the St Arnaud agency, the Cooperative donates aportion of its profits back to the community and since its inception in1999, it has contributed over $1.4 million to its stakeholders.
“Over the last 21 years we’ve made community contributions to 175different notforprofit organisations and they, along with ourshareholders have shared in over $1.4 million,” Lloyd Gollop,Chairperson of the Cooperative, said.
“It’s quite an outstanding amount of money and we are very proud tobe able to support those, that support us.”
Building on the success of last year, where 14 community groupsreceived a share of $100,000, Senior Branch Manager of theCommunity Bank Avoca, Maryborough and St Arnaud, Peta Dodson was excited to announce the second BUILD100 Community GrantProgram.
“Considering the current climate and challenges our community arefacing from the COVID19 crisis, it’s an incredible opportunity forcommunity groups to apply for some muchneeded funds for projectsthat will help make our towns better places to live,” she said.
“The program will again focus on the three key elements of ourvision, so we encourage anyone looking to apply for a grant to clearlydefine how their project fits in with our vision of strong, connected andvibrant communities.
“We hope that all the community groups and notforprofitorganisations in our area consider applying for funding through ourprogram. With so much money to give away, we know that there aresome great projects out there just waiting for the opportunity to get offthe ground and with our support, that can happen.”
The program will be administered through the Community EnterpriseFoundation, with all applications to be submitted online via the websitehttps://cia.communityenterprisefoundation.com.au/Program/Index/1.
Further information can be found on the Community Bank website atwww.bendigobank.com.au/avoca.
Director Lloyd Gollop with Maryborough Toy Library representative Kate Cain and Community bank staff Zoe McHugh.
CHRISTIE HARRISONSt Augustine’s Primary School
teachers and a local GP sparkeda love for medicine in formerresident Damian Castanelli, whohas gone on to a successfulcareer in anaesthesia and thismonth was recognised with aprestigious award.
Dr Castanelli was awarded theAustralia and New Zealand Collegeof Anaesthetists’ (ANZCA) SteuartHenderson Award earlier this monthfor his dedication to his field andeducation of others.
The award is presented to thosewho, over time, demonstrate ex-cellence and provide outstandingcontribution, scholarship, andmentorship to medical education inthe field of anaesthesia and/or painmedicine and Dr Castanelli said itwas wonderful to receive recognitionfrom his peers.
“I always enjoyed helping myfriends with their work when I was astudent and I took up teachingdoctors who were training to beanaesthetists as soon as I wasqualified myself,” he said.
“I went back to study and did aMasters in Clinical Education so Iknew a bit more about what I wasdoing. Specialist medical trainingrelies on volunteers, which manypeople wouldn’t know, and I haveworked with many wonderfulcolleagues in both developing anddelivering education for futureanaesthetists.”
FANZCA chair, education develop-ment and evaluation committee DrJennifer Woods said Dr Castanellihas been an “inspirational mentor”.
“Damian’s achievements inmedical education, training andinfluence are both exceptional andnumerous,” she said.
“He has mentored and guidedhundreds of Victorian trainees as asupervisor of training and as the
education officer. “Damian has been an inspirational
mentor and provided support andguidance for new researchers andcommittee members. Perhaps mostimportantly, Damian’s research, aswell as his collaborations with othereducational leaders, has informedand significantly influenced thedevelopment of the ANZCA trainingprogram and demonstrated that it isa world-class, robust program.”
Attending St Augustine’s PrimarySchool, Dr Castanelli said he hasfond memories of growing up inMaryborough and his experienceshelped set him up for high school inBallarat.
“Looking back, I can see we haddedicated teachers who worked hardto give us a varied learningexperience,” he said.
“I especially remember MissPatricia Gavaghan, who reallymotivated me to work hard in gradefour and six.
“When I went to St Patrick’sBallarat for secondary school, I foundmyself as well prepared as the otherstudents for the jump from grade sixto year seven.
“I think my teachers instilled aconfidence in me that I could learnwhatever I needed to and that hasstood me in good stead in the yearssince.”
Dr Castanelli said his interest inmedicine grew towards the end ofhigh school and was partly inspiredby his local doctor in Maryborough.
“I gravitated to medicine towardthe end of secondary school. I wantedto do something caring for people,that I found challenging andrewarding,” he said.
“Dr Chow was the generalpractitioner (GP) in Maryborough Iremember growing up, and I thoughtI wanted to do GP practice like him,though it didn’t turn out that way.
“His son Andrew was also in myyear at St Augustine’s and he did goon to become a GP.”
Dr Castanelli was featured in TheAdvertiser in 1986 after he achievedseven A’s for his Higher SchoolCertificate (HSC) subjects, receivingover 80 percent in each one — moststudents only attempt five — puttinghim in the top fraction of HSCstudents in Victoria ever at the time.
A successful final year of secondaryschool set him on a path to medicine,moving to Melbourne to pursuefurther education.
“From school in Ballarat I thenwent on to Melbourne University. Iremember driving down fromMaryborough with all my gear in myMini Moke,” Dr Castanelli said.
“I had six years at Melbourne uni,with my clinical years mostly atRoyal Melbourne Hospital except forstints in Ballarat and Footscray, andthen started working in hospitals.
“I had decided that generalpractice wasn’t for me, even though Ienjoyed working in Castlemaine as astudent, but I wasn’t sure what fieldin medicine I wanted to do.
“As a kid, I only really knew aboutGPs but medicine is actually a vastcollection of specialties and areas ofinterest. I discovered I likedanaesthesia and went on to completemy specialist training at MonashMedical Centre.”
Dr Castanelli said it’s been a “longjourney” since his days at StAugustine’s but he encourages anylocal students considering a career inmedicine to give it a go.
“All in all it took 15 years fromleaving school to become a specialist,”he said.
“It is a long journey from primaryschool, but I still see doctors whowere country kids coming throughspecialist training now and doingwell.
“With the medical schools thathave opened in Bendigo, Ballarat,and other country centres, you can doa fair bit of medical training in thecountry if you want to.”
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Some 17 community projectsand events are set to benefitfrom a shared $37,459 thanks tothe Pyrenees Shire Council’scommunity and capital grantsprogram.
The community and capitalgrants program is designed toenable activities and events whichpromote community activity,achievement, participation andwellbeing.
Announced earlier this month,winners in the latest round of thecommunity and capital grantsinclude the Avoca Chinese GardenAssociation who received $750 foran upcoming event, the AvocaCountry Golf Bowling Club whoreceived $4350 for an energy savingproject and the Avoca Friends of thePool who received $600 for theirBlue Light Disco event.
Other recipients include theAvoca Cricket Club who will bekitted out with a practice wicketupgrade to the value of $1500, theCasablanca Movie Night whoreceived $750 for a seniors weekmovie festival while the AvocaCommunity Arts & Gardens bid forthe Avoca Silo project has beenbolstered by $5000.
Avoca Community Arts &Gardens president Hugh Forsterwelcomed the grant and said it willbe used for lighting and sound tomake the area around the silo moreaccessible.
“It’s five grand we didn’t havewhich is a positive for us,” he said.
“We will be holding night timeevents when the silo project iscomplete and we’ve got to be able toget people into and out of that spacesafely.
“We will put some lighting in theopen area around the silo and thepoles that are used for the lightingwill also be used to put the speakerson.”
Mr Forster said speakers weren’tincluded in original planning for theproject based on advice given at thetime and because for events, soundengineers would bring their ownequipment and for drive-in movies,visitors could listen through theircar speakers.
“When we put the original grantin for the silo project there was noprovision for outdoor speakers andthat was based on advice given to usat the time,” he said.
“It’s become more apparent thatwe need to have some form ofoutdoor speakers to do voice oversand for those who come and sit onthe grass to watch a movie, theyneed speakers as well.”
The Casablanca Movie Club’s$750 will assist with the running oftheir seniors week movie festival inOctober, which secretary Jan Tribesaid is important to the community’solder members.
“A lot of our seniors can’t traveltoo far so it’s great to be able to holdan event and see them all gettogether and enjoy it,” she said.
“Of course everyone is more thanwelcome to come, any seniors whowant to come are free of charge andanyone else is a gold coin donation,we’d be very appreciative to receivethat.
“I imagine we’ll still have to bedoing temperature checks andkeeping social distance and we’realready doing that, we’ve had twomovie sessions already and they’veboth gone really well in terms oftemperature and taking contactdetails.”
Ms Tribe said preparing for thefestival can be expensive andwelcomed the $750 grant.
“We’ve got to pay for the copyrightto show movies and for printingpromotional fliers, after a littlewhile it all adds up,” she said.
“That grant is obviously a greathelp and it goes towards all of thosecosts which is brilliant.”
The Avoca Chinese GardenAssociation’s Marg Pilgrimwelcomed the $750 grant theyreceived, which she said will helprun their Asking for Trouble event— geared at bringing the com-munity together once thecoronavirus pandemic subsides.
“We wanted to hold an eventaimed at giving the community anopportunity to get back togetheragain and catch up with others inthe gardens as a way of celebratingthe end of the pandemic, when ithappens,” she said.
“The event will be free for thecommunity and get them re-engaged, we’re also organising forArt Attack to be there asentertainment with some specialgroup activities for a bit of fun.”
Ms Pilgrim said the Asking forTrouble event is penciled in forOctober 31 but is subject to changedepending on whether events areallowed to be held.
Pyrenees Shire Mayor TanyaKehoe said she was buoyed by thequantity of applications councilreceived from groups.
“We were amazed that so manygroups put in applications,especially during the coronaviruspandemic,” she said.
“Well done to all our successfulgroups, I look forward to hearingabout the completion of yourprojects.”
The Avoca Community Arts &Gardens committee is calling formore volunteers to be involvedwith Gallery 127, as thecoronavirus pandemic haspotentially “critical” impacts onthe gallery.
Currently open from Friday toMonday, the gallery is managed bythe Avoca Community Arts & Gar-dens committee and run by volun-teers.
Committee president HughForster said that because of COVID-19, many of the gallery’s volunteershave been unable to maintain theirinvolvement because they’re in theat-risk age group.
He said the doors to the galleryare quite literally kept open byvolunteers who man the front deskand without those volunteers, MrForster said the doors won’t be ableto stay open forever.
“The short answer is that if wedon’t open the doors we don’t havethe potential for sales and if we don’tmake sales, we can’t pay our billsand we shut our doors,” he said.
“Even reducing the number ofdays or hours we’re open is not thelogical business approach for usbecause that restricts the potentialfor making sales.
“It’s also unfair to ask those whoare willing to volunteer to do lessand change their schedules to suit.”
Calling for volunteers to getinvolved in the gallery, Mr Forstersaid although what they can beinvolved in is currently limited dueto coronavirus restrictions, theirrole is “critical” to its survival.
“It’s difficult to get more involvedwith the gallery than being at thefront desk because of the COVID-19restrictions on the types of activities
and the number of people who canbe involved in those activities,” hesaid.
“Volunteers are critical for thegallery for the next six to 12 months,we just don’t know what comes afterthat.”
Not all doom and gloom, thegallery’s committee is looking atvarious funding opportunities to beable to host virtual gallery tours asa way of making up for a drop inphysical visits since the pandemicbegan.
The gallery is also surging aheadwith a new exhibition, This is WhatWe Do, by freelance illustrator andcartoonist Dale Braybrook andwatercolour artist Jennifer Byrnetaking place next month.
“The gallery represents a newendeavour for the town of Avoca andits district to add to its asset base ofcommunity activities, particularly
in the cultural and historic areas,”Mr Forster said.
“Certainly we’ve had artistscoming to us to request anopportunity to present a specialexhibition and that’s based on thequality of the exhibitions that we’vebeen able to hold.
“We have a complete new flush ofartwork throughout and I must sayit’s an excellent standard of art andthe work of Dale Braybrook and hisfriend Jennifer Byrne certainly fallinto that category.”
The exhibition will run fromFriday, August 7 until Monday,August 31 with a special meet theartists session taking place from 2pm on Saturday, August 8.
Gallery 127 is open from 11 amuntil 4 pm Friday to Monday and formore information about volunteeropportunities or to get involved,contact Hugh Forster on 0439 462344.
With Gallery 127ʼs latest exhibition kicking off next month, the managingcommittee are putting the call out for more volunteers as the impacts ofcoronavirus threaten the galleryʼs future.
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Industry and businesses looking for information on how to plan and respond to coronavirus should visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/planning-and-responding-coronavirus-covid-19
CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS SHIRE COUNCIL
COVID-19 COMMUNITY INFORMATIONOur priority continues to be the safety and wellbeing of our community, volunteers and staff. For more COVID-19 community information please visit our dedicated COVID-19 page on our website: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/covid-19 or follow us on Facebook @CentralGoldfields and Twitter @CG_Shire
Locals are being encouraged to apply for new jobs at Central Goldfields Shire Council under the Victorian Government’s Working for Victoria fund.
Under Working for Victoria, Council will provide jobs for unemployed people – whether they have lost their jobs due to the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19) or have been without work for a longer period of time.
The part-time positions include: Community Services Food Delivery WorkerCleaner and Sanitation WorkerBuilding Parks and Gardens WorkerCommunity Development OfficerPandemic Recovery Community Development OfficerYouth Engagement OfficerBusiness Continuity & Risk AdvisorSystems Engineer
The six month, fixed-term positions are additional positions and will not replace existing employees at Council.
To find out more about the Working for Victoria initiative and to register your interest in applying visit: www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria
CHANGES TO RESTRICTIONSMetropolitan Local Government Areas and Mitchell Shire have returned to stage 3 restrictions. Whilst Central Goldfields Shire Council isn’t included in the re-introduction of Stage Three restrictions we must remain vigilant in our health and hygiene practises. Stay safe by washing your hands regularly, coughing and sneezing into your elbow, keeping at least 1.5 metres from others and staying home if you feel unwell.
The State Government has recommended that you wear a face covering in a regional area if you leave your home and are not able to keep 1.5 metres away from other people, like when you are shopping.
If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, you must get tested. Symptoms include:- Cough or sore throat- Fever, chills or sweats- Shortness of breath- Runny nose- Loss of sense of smell or taste.
You can make an appointment to get tested at Maryborough District Health Service by calling the Fever Clinic on 5461 0362. You can also get tested nearby at:
Ballarat Senior Citizens Centre, BallaratBendigo – Latrobe University(Rural Health School), Bendigo
For other testing locations, including a detailed map, visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/where-get-tested-covid-19
For the most up-to-date information about restrictions visit the Department Health and Human Services website at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/ restrictions-rest-victoria-covid-19
BE KIND TO YOURSELFAs the number of COVID cases increases and some areas of the state return to Stage Three restrictions, it’s normal to feel stressed and anxious.
It’s really important to look after your mental health and wellbeing and there are a range of support services available. We’ve got a detailed list – including contact details – on our website here: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/covid-19
If you’re feeling concerned about family and friends in lockdown areas and/or interstate and would like to speak to someone you can contact COVID connect at redcross.org.au or phone 1800 733 276 during business hours.
CHANGES TO COUNCIL SERVICES AND FACILITIESIn line with the current advice from the State Government, there have been some changes to Council services and facilities.All steps have been made to ensure we have the necessary guidelines in place to keep both our staff and community safe.The direction from the State Government remains that staff must continue to work from home, if possible. Staff continue to be contactable via phone 5461 0610 and email [email protected]
Customer Service CentreOur Customer Service Centre is open for Cashier Payments Only – 9am to 4pm, closing for cleaning between 12.30 and 1.30pm.Payments can be made during opening hours – with electronic payment preferred.
Maryborough Regional LibraryThe Maryborough Regional Library has introduced a Click and Collect service. Click and Collect is available for all items – fiction and non-fiction books for all ages, audio books, DVD’s, magazines and even sport equipment. To arrange, please call the Library on 5461 1950 or email [email protected] to arrange a collection time. Return items can be placed in the outside returns chute.
Maternal and Child HealthOur Maternal and Child Health service has resumed face-to-face consultations. To make contact with our Maternal and Child Health team call 5461 6500 or email [email protected]
Transfer Station Resale Shops Our Transfer Station resale shops have re-opened. Resale shops are located at the Carisbrook, Talbot and Dunolly Transfer Stations. Social distancing and other hygiene practices apply when visiting these locations.
Playgrounds and Skate ParksWhilst our playgrounds and skate parks have re-opened, families are reminded that restrictions are still in place – with only 20 people allowed at a playground at the one time – and social distancing measures must be adhered to.
L2P Learner Drive Mentor Program Our L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program has resumed. Young people and volunteers looking to register to be part of the program can phone 5461 0610 or email [email protected]
Central Goldfields Art GalleryThe Central Goldfields Art Gallery is now open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm with social distancing measures in place. Visitors to the Gallery can enjoy The Many Story Treehouse exhibition. Entry is free but visitors must book a time slot online at: events.humanitix.com/ the-many-story-treehouse-exhibition.
Other facilitiesWe are currently working on the re-opening of the Community Hub, Visitor Information Centre and Youth Hub. These facilities will only re-open once we have the necessary guidelines in place so that we can ensure the safety of our community and staff.For the most up-to-date information about changes to Council services and facilities visit: www.centralgoldfields.vic.gov.au/servicechanges
RECOMMENCING COMMUNITY OPERATIONS IN COUNCIL OWNED BUILDINGS & FACILITIES We are supportive of groups, clubs, businesses and organisations recommencing operations in Council owned buildings and facilities – where permitted under the government restrictions, as at 1 June 2020. Guidelines and checklists of your relevant governing body or association must be adhered to. If you have not been provided with guidelines or checklists or do not have a governing body or association, we can provide a checklist that may assist you in assessing hygiene practices, facility usage and any other risks that may be present.We have a continued compliance role to play in ensuring the safety of community members and that the remaining restrictions are adhered, therefore prior to commencement of operations, we require you to provide copies of completed checklists and/or protocols for our records. If you are a sport or recreation club please send relevant documents to Ben Robertson, Community Recreation Officer by email [email protected] other clubs, groups, businesses or organisations please send relevant documents to Kristie Berry, Property and Risk Officer by email [email protected]
CONNECTING LOCAL COMMUNITY DURING COVID-19Are you, or someone you know, experiencing social isolation? If so, you can call the Victorian coronavirus hotline on 11880000 667755 339988 to get support. You will be connected with a Community Connector in Central Goldfields who will connect you to local practical supports such as food, transport, firewood and more, plus social activities, such as video chats, online book clubs, fitness groups and more. We are here to help and connect you with the support you, or someone you know, needs.
HELPING OLDER PEOPLE STAY CONNECTEDTo help older Victorians stay connected and participate in social activities during the pandemic, a Social Support Hub has been set up at the Victorian Government’s Seniors Online website at seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/services-information/social-support-hub.
Seniors can find out what services and activities are available in their local area via the Hub. The Hub will be regularly updated with information and links to other community based organisations offering support and activities to older Victorians, including information about phone line support and local community connectors.
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Built in the 1890's this solid brick Victorian home is located on a spacious 1/2 acre corner block in a great location withineasy walking distance to street, shops, park lands and amenities. The character filled home features four bedrooms,lounge and sitting room with solid fuel heater, bathroom and laundry, kitchen with gas and wood stove, dishwasherand pantry, dining and ducted evaporative cooling and gas heating throughout plus a underground cellar. Anundercover patio area at the rear of the home provides a nice spot to relax and enjoy the extensive garden views.Other external features include a separate workshop/studio or sewing room, rain water tank, double carport andestablished garden and surrounds. Mains and solar power. The large allotment also provides potential fordevelopment (STCA) or simply enjoy the extra space. Charming home, great location. Inspection by appointment.
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$267,0006 Arthur Avenue, Maryborough 3 1 2
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Solid brick home located on a compact low maintenance block providing anopportunity for both residential and investment purchasers. The home features twobedrooms, lounge with gas heater and air conditioner, kitchen with gas stove,bathroom and laundry. Double carport. Currently tenanted at $215.00 per week.Call for details and inspection.
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Located at the foot of the Bristol Hill Reserve this well presented weatherboard home providesplenty of opportunity for the residential or investment purchaser. The home features three generousbedrooms with built in robes, open plan living incorporating kitchen, dining and lounge with splitsystem air conditioner, bathroom and laundry. Rear Verandah and garden shed. The approx.820m2 block provides potential for subdivision and development (STCA) or plenty of space foradditional shedding. Handy location within walking distance to street and bush land walks at yourdoorstep. Call for details and inspection.
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Located on approx. 10 acres of land only a short drive from the Maryborough township this propertyprovides a great opportunity to enjoy a country lifestyle for all the family. The brick veneer home featuresfour bedrooms, large main with Walk in Robe, lounge, kitchen with gas stove, meals with solid fuel heater,bathroom with separate bath and shower, laundry and ducted evaporative cooling throughout. Externalfeatures include front and rear veranda, bungalow with power, double garage and a 4 bay machineryshed providing plenty of cover for vehicles and machinery, large dam, a variety of assundry shedding forstorage and animals. Your family and pets will love living here. Call for details. Inspection by appointment.
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This property provides a great opportunity for a range of future uses including residential investment and developmentpotential. The home offers plenty of space and comfort and features three bedrooms with robes, kitchen with gas andcombustion cooking, dishwasher and pantry, dining, bathroom, three spacious living area ideal for relaxing andentertaining and ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling. A splash of pain and furnishing will further enhance thehome. The large block (2300m2 approx.) features double carport and garage, storage shed/workshop, Cool-room, in-ground pool, entertaining area with pizza oven and loads of yard space for residential purposes or potential developmentand subdivision (STCA) The property is currently accessed from Ford Lane and Barry Street. Call to discuss and arrange aninspection.
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Located on a compact allotment this property provides all the benefits of a modern lowmaintenance lifestyle. The multi-level home features four bedroom, two bathrooms, lounge,kitchen and study. Ducted gas heating and multiple split system air conditioners throughoutprovide year round comfort. Single garage with auto door and a side courtyard accessedfrom the lounge makes a great place to sit and enjoy a relaxing drink. Nothing to do andeverything to enjoy. Call for details and inspection.
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2/55 Burke Street, MaryboroughStop The Search And Book Your AppointmentThis very well maintained two-bedroom property in a fantastic location is ready for a newowner to appreciate. Generous living zone with central heating throughout and a reverse cyclesplit system. Spacious kitchen zone with electric cooking, dishwasher, and good bench spaceand storage. Both bedrooms offer built-in storage. Bathroom has bath and shower. Europeanstyle laundry and separate WC. Outside is a fully-fenced, private garden with establishedplants and water tank. Garden shed and pergola area ideal for a BBQ with friends. Enclosedsingle carport. This excellent property is across from St Augustines school, and is within ashort distance to shopping, services and entertainment of Maryborough. Ideal as a new homeor perhaps you are considering an investment property. Let's talk Real Estate today!
85 Baker Road, AmherstWelcoming Off-Grid Mud Brick Cottage On Small AcresLooking for a superb weekender in the Goldfields, then look no further as Ihave just found it and it could be just what you have been looking for! A greatmudbrick home with 2 bedrooms, open plan lounge with wood fire, and aspacious kitchen and dining area. Off-grid with small solar system andgenerator, rainwater, LPG cooking and gas fridge and septic. Set on around 4Acres this property has the bonus of having wildlife and fresh air in alldirections. Misc sheds, space for parking and all within minutes of Talbot anda short drive to Maryborough in the heart of the Victorian Goldfields. Fullyfenced with 2 dams and some fruit trees. A wonderful space for a tree change,you MUST inspect if you are ready to buy and it has sparked your interest.
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A generous corner block in the community of Dunolly and a great home ready forinspection. Polished timber flooring throughout, 11 ft ceilings and fresh cleanpresentation, a pleasure to present for you. Wood heating beautiful for the wintermonths, and split system reverse cycle. Two good sized bedrooms and separatelarge walk-in robe or could be transformed into an ensuite. Double garage withspace for a workshop with concrete floor and power, ideal for storage as well. 2ndtoilet and laundry off pergola entertaining area. All town services connected andrainwater tank. Fully enclosed yard with good fencing, front, and rear, space forparking the caravan. A wonderful location in town with minutes walk to the mainstreet of Broadway, kindergarten, sports grounds, and really not too far from all thatthe township offers. If you are looking for a new address or an investment propertythis could be what you have been waiting for. Let's talk.
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21 Redbank-Barkly Road, RedbankUnique Lifestyle OpportunitySituated in the small township of Redbank is this unique lifestyleproperty set on 9.41 acres (approx.). This charming, yet quirky,two/three bedroom home features a large formal dining and livingarea with wood fire, air-conditioning and bar. Two bedrooms, themaster with a robe. Extra sitting room, possible third bedroom.Updated kitchen offering a 900mmm oven, walk-in pantry,adjoining dining room. Updated bathroom. Outside there areseveral entertaining areas, two dams, 4 acres (approx.) ofvineyard, tank water, double LUG and more.
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An exceptional residence which has been meticulously renovated to createan enviable property. Soaring ceilings, stunning timber floors all combinedwith modern conveniences. Three to four bedrooms plus powered bungalow.Kitchen renovated to the highest standards offering WIP and dishwasher.Modern bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity. Ducted heating andevaporative cooling. Two undercover areas, generous backyard with rearaccess, single LUG and double carport. Set in a popular location, this classicis truly one not to miss.
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98 Ramon Parade, LaanecoorieSensational Lifestyle Property With So Much MoreLocated near the popular Laanecoorie reservoir, is this spacious brickveneer home on 15 acres (approx.) Spacious kitchen includingdishwasher, electric/wood cooking and adjoining meals/sitting area withCoonara wood heater and split system. Stunning formal living/diningroom with open fireplace and further rumpus/games room. Threegenerous bedrooms, master with WIR and ensuite. Outside fully self-contained one-bedroom bungalow with air-conditioning, gas heating,kitchen, bathroom, and laundry. Loads of sundry shedding, enclosedentertaining room, tennis court, water tanks, dams and more. Don’t lookpast this unique lifestyle property.
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42 Rutherford Street, AvocaSuperb Home, Large Block And ViewsSet in an elevated position on 1,000m2 (approx.) this superb home offersthree bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas. Open plan living,dining and kitchen with wood heater and split system. Impressive kitchenwith electric cooking, WIP, and dishwasher. Generous master bedroom withWIR and ensuite. Further bedrooms offering BIRs close to the familybathroom. Outdoor entertaining with a wood cooker/heater. Rear access,garden shed and chook pen, double remote garage and great views.
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Partially renovated three bedroom home requiring some finishing touches.Generous allotment of 739m2 (approx.), two titles with great opportunity fordevelopment (STCA.) Three generous bedrooms. Open plan kitchen, dining andliving area with gas heater. Renovated kitchen with near new electricoven/cooktop, dishwasher. Bathroom with shower over spa bath and separatetoilet. Generous outside storage room, undercover entertaining area, singlegarage with workshop and single carport. Complete this beauty and bring itback to life.
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Neat weatherboard home on a large allotment of 926m2 (approx.) with twoliving areas, polished floorboards, updated kitchen and bathroom. Threegenerous bedrooms. Formal living area with gas heating and air-conditioning, adjoining second living area. Spacious kitchen with centraldining offering wood heating, dishwasher, stainless steel oven. Familybathroom with shower, bath and separate toilet. Undercover entertainingarea and sundry shedding. Powered LUG with workshop area, carport, solarback to the grid.
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37 Spring Street, MaryboroughCalling The Buyer, Ready To Purchase Vacant PossessionLooking for an affordable property, this is a wonderful opportunity tohave your first or next property. And it’s ready to move into or rent out.Offering 3 bedrooms, all with robes, open plan kitchen dining loungewith electric cooking and dishwasher, reverse cycle split system andgreat natural light. Single carport and lots of space in backyard ideal ifyou want some more shedding STCA. There is an entertainer’s deckat rear great for setting up the BBQ, garden shed to store the tools andfully fenced. It’s not a huge house, its affordable and great entry level.Possibility to make bigger STCA. If you are considering a real estatepurchase, don’t discount this one. Let’s talk Real Estate!
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4 Fuller Street, MaryboroughUpdates Have Been Done And It Is Ready To Move IntoOffering you a freshly updated property within a short drive to all thatMaryborough offers. This 3 bedroom home is ready for your furniture. Thekitchen has been transformed with new cabinetry and appliances. Ideal fora dining table and access to the patio at the rear for a morning coffee. Thelounge is spacious and welcoming, central ducted heating throughout, andgreat natural light. The bathroom has been given a facelift, and for thefamily it's great to have a second shower and toilet into the laundry area.Shedding at rear ideal for storage or tinkering and the single carportalongside. Plenty of scope to add your own touch and landscape to yourown desire. But for now, consider this as your new home or consider for anexcellent rental. Let's talk.
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4 Dundas Road, MaryboroughSpacious, Bright and BeautifulThis home offers true individuality with stunning high cathedral ceilings and lovely spacious light-filled living areas.Upon entrance be greeted by the substantial open plan living, dining and kitchen making delightful family spaceswith an abundance of room for your favourite furniture. Stunning renovated kitchen with large walk-in pantry, softclose drawers, dishwasher, breakfast bar, electric cooking and plumbed tank water. There is gas heating, air-conditioning and ceiling fans to keep you cozy during all climates. Three very generous bedrooms all with greatstorage and two with direct access onto the verandas. Updated family bathroom with bath, shower, toilet and vanity.There is also a second toilet (powder room) in the laundry. Plenty of inside storage with mezzanine storage, linencupboard and broom cupboard. Outside there is a further powered bungalow, perfect as a homeoffice/studio/teenagers retreat with a split system and built-in desking. Furthermore there is a double carport withaccess from Clarendon Street through a remote roller door, garden shed, 16 solar panels to save on power bills,5,000 ltr (approx.) water tanks and lovely established gardens. Don’t delay as renovated properties close to the towncentre are in high demand. Move in and relax.
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Renovated Established Family HomeSituated in a quiet street, close to schools is this 3 bedroomfamily home. With renovations already done, all that's left is foryou to move in and enjoy. Featuring three bedrooms all with builtin robes and ceiling fans, master offering a split system forcomfort. All serviced by main bathroom with separate toilet.Open plan dining area also with a split system, overlooks a sleekkitchen design with electric cooking, dishwasher and tiledsplashback. This leads through to a spacious lounge room with awood fire being the centrepiece. Outdoors provides a secure yardwith shade sail and grassed area for kids to play, double carportwith access through to garage, plus side access should you wishto store small van or trailer. With all that is on offer this propertyis sure to tick the boxes.
Spacious Home Near Golf CourseThis neatly presented property opens up into an amazing familyhome with great living space. The master bedroom is situated at thefront of the home featuring updated ensuite and WIR. Within thehome you're spoilt for heating and cooling, with gas heater at thefront living area, gas log fire in the second living zone andevaporative cooling throughout. The updated practical kitchenfeatures functional draw space, gas cook-top, dishwasher andadjoining dining zones either side. Two other bedrooms feature builtin robes, ceiling fans and share an updated bathroom with screenedshower, bathtub and vanity. Walking outside from thekitchen/dining space is fantastic outdoor area, perfect forentertaining. Other features include drive through access from thedouble garage to shedding, fully landscaped, fenced and furtherspace behind the outdoor area to enjoy some lawn.
Executive Family Home on Large AllotmentSituated on the high side of Carisbrook is this executive family home. TheJG King built home is 7 years young and presents perfectly. Upon entry isa formal lounge to your left and spacious master to your right, completewith walk in robe and full ensuite. Down the hall you enter the open planliving, dining and kitchen area that features a wood heater, plus ceilingfans, ducted heating and evaporative cooling throughout. The kitchen isfully equipped with 600mm gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, islandbench and walk in pantry. Direct access from the double remote controlgarage is through the laundry that has walk in linen storage. At the rear ofthe home is two more bedrooms which are both of good size with built inrobes and are serviced by main bathroom and separate toilet. They justdon't make blocks this size anymore, boasting approx. 2236m2, colourbond fencing, 4 bay garage with power, perfect for the tradesman or thosethat like to tinker. 5000lt water tank and still plenty of space around theproperty. Make sure this is one your inspection list!!
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EDWARD (TED) MELTONHappy 85th Birthday for Saturday, July25. Have a lovely day Dad. Love to youalways.— Allan, Bradley, Janette, Mark,Sherridan and Jade.
KEITH SCOTTHappy 90th Birthday for Sunday, July26. We hope you have the mostenjoyable day. Best wishes.— Love from Lorna, Narelle, Deidreand Kevin, Brendan, Ashley andRaquel and families.
DAVIS, Daryl Robert — September 8,1929 - July 22, 2020. Loved and lovinghusband of Heather. Much loved fatherof Steve and Lee. Father-in-law ofCaroline and Annette. Proud grand-dadof Emily, Kate, Nick, Hamish, Riley andAlistair.
Forever in our hearts__________________________________HORGAN, Mary (nee Dell) — Passedaway peacefully at home on Friday,July 17, 2020. Wife of Jim for 66 years. Loved motherof Pauline and Robyn and mother-in-law of Brian.Loved grandmother of Brendan andJessica, Sarah and Corin.Much loved great-grandmother of Josieand Emily, Hannah and Jack.
Peace MumAs per Maryʼs wishes a private servicehas already been held.
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KINGSTON, Beverly — Passed awaysuddenly in Maryborough on MondayJuly 20, 2020. Aged 70 years. Dearlyloved mum, gran and great gran.Your memory we will always treasureIn our hearts you will stay forever.A private family service will be held witha memorial service at a later date.
__________________________________KINGSTON, Bev — I will miss our littlechats, and just knowing you were there.Thank you for putting up with mywicked sense of humour. Your legacywill live on throughout our garden.
“Bye beautiful lady”Much love to Leanne, Brenda, Trev andall family.— Susan, Alan Chadwick and familyxxxx.
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The Maryborough Basketball Association Annual General Meeting will be heldon MMoonnddaayy,, JJuullyy 2277tthh 22002200 at 6.30pm. Venue to be advised.All clubs are required to supply two delegates and all Life Members, playersand interested parties are welcome to attend. Anyone that wishes to come must book in by email Simone Walkley [email protected] for committee members close on Monday the 20th of July at 5pmwith the Secretary, PO Box 27, Maryborough 3465. All nominations must be inwriting, signed by two members of the Association and accompanied by thewritten consent of the nominee.The future of basketball in Maryborough depends on basketballers and theirfamilies taking an interest in the administration of the competition and puttingthemselves forward for a position on the board of management.
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• Be informed and know where to get up to date information. Victoria’s Department of Health and Human Services website: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus and the Federal Government’s website: www.health.gov.au
• Maintain social distancing and good hygiene practices at all times.• The state of emergency remains in place until August 16. • Information about restrictions can be found here:
https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorias‐restriction‐levels‐covid‐19• Face coverings in regional Victoria continue to be recommended in situations
where maintaining 1.5 metres distance is not possible – however regional Victorians will have to wear a mask when visiting metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire for one of the permitted reasons.
Council service changes:• Pyrenees Shire Council Customer Service Centre in Lawrence Street:
• 9am‐5pm. These new hours will be for a trial period of three months. • The majority of office‐based Council staff are still working from home, and
therefore if a meeting is required it will need to be booked in advance. • Resource Centres are open with social distancing measures in place and a patron
limit of 20 people will apply. • July opening hours: 10.30am‐4.30pm Monday‐Friday and 10am‐2pm on
Saturdays. Closed on Sundays. • Pyrenees Libraries are continuing to allow the loan of materials currently in the
collection at Avoca and Beaufort centres with a contactless collection process. Library users are asked to reserve items via phone on 53491183. A designated pick up point and time will be arranged.
• The next Ordinary Council Meeting is to be held at the Beaufort Council Chambers at 6pm on Tuesday 18 August 2020. Members of the public are not able to attend in person due to social distancing provisions; however the meeting will be live streamed. Information on how to do this is available on www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/livestream. You can submit questions via our website, www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au or contact Customer Service on 1300 797 363 for a paper copy of the question form. These questions will be read out during public question time.
• Councillor Cuppa and Chat Sessions have been placed on hold at the present time. In the meantime, if you would like to have a chat about what is going in your community contact Council on 1300 797 363 or email [email protected]. You can also contact your local Councillor.
• Council has increased the cleaning frequency of public toilets across the Shire and regularly cleans street furniture, including seating, to protect our community.
• Playgrounds, skate parks and other public facilities like barbecues are open to the public. Users are advised to carry hand sanitizer or soap and a water bottle to clean hands before and after use of equipment.
Pyrenees Community Care:Pyrenees Community Care is still operating as normal, please call Council on 1300 797 363and chat to one of the team about how the service can assist you. Residents over the ageof 65 will need to be registered with My Aged Care (1800 200 422). You can complete theregistration yourself or call one of our team who can help you out.
COVID‐19 Economic SupportInformation about support for businesses during COVID‐19 is available on our website:www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/business State and Federal governments have variousopportunities available. Business email newsletters are being sent out regularly, if you arenot receiving these updates and wish to do so, please send an email with your details [email protected] Please also get in touch if you require further businessassistance.
CCOOMMMMUUNNIITTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONNGovernance Rules:Council is seeking your feedback on the draft Governance Rules 2020, which are requiredas part of the new Local Government Act 2020. These documents are now on publicexhibition, together with a range of supporting policies and procedures. Copies of thesedocuments can be viewed at the Avoca and Beaufort Community Resource Centres,Beaufort Shire Office and on Council’s web page (www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au). Residentsmay also request a copy of these documents directly from the Shire Office by calling 1300797 363 or emailing [email protected]. Please provide your feedback byAugust 7, 2020.Candidate training for upcoming Council electionThe State Government has made changes to the mandatory training requirements forcandidates intending to stand for Council in October. Local Government Victoria (LGV) isdeveloping an online learning module that will need to be completed by September 17,2020. The module will be available from August 3.
PPRROOJJEECCTT AANNDD RROOAADDSS UUPPDDAATTEESSSSnnaakkee VVaalllleeyy SSkkaattee PPaarrkk:: Council has awarded the tender for this project to CONVIC, andwork is expected to commence in the coming months.CCaarrnngghhaamm FFeemmaallee FFrriieennddllyy CChhaannggeerroooommss:: This project will be completed by QConstructions and now that the tender has bene awarded work is expected to start soon.OOtthheerr tteennddeerrss:: Council has awarded the tender for the replacement of Bridge 38 on theChepstowe‐Pittong Road to Bridge and Marine Engineering PTY LTD and the VictorianSurfacing Alliance PTY LTD has received a two year extension to their contract forproviding road sealing surfaces to Council. AAvvooccaa ffoooottppaatthhss:: Construction on footpaths from North Street to Rutherford Street andending at Burnett Street is expected to start July/August (weather permitting).MMiinnoorr rreennoovvaattiioonn wwoorrkkss at Trawalla, Brewster, Snake Valley, Landsborough, Barkly,Moonambel and Carranballac: Council is working with the hall committees at theselocations on minor works. The plans including a new barbecue shelter at Snake Valley,kitchen amendments at Carranballac, a portico for Brewster, flooring maintenance atLandsborough, access improvements at Barkly and Moonambel and windowreplacements at Trawalla. NNaattttee YYaalllloocckk CCaarrppaarrkk:: This project involves the sealing of the carpark surface to improveaccessibility, especially during winter months. Council is seeking quotes on the work.For more information on current projects, please head to our website:www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/projects2020Current Roadworks in Pyrenees ShirePlease obey all traffic signs, road detours and the directions of traffic controllers and takeextra care if you are travelling in these locations:
• Eurambeen‐Streatham Road bridgeworks are finished and the road is open.• Asphalting work has been delayed because of bad weather for the intersection of
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Borough’s top-age juniors to take on MaineASHLYNE McINNES
The privilege to play sportthis year is not lost onMaryborough’s top-age juniorfootball and netball sides, withthe highly-altered 2020 BendigoFootball Netball League (BFNL)season taking flight for the Piesfrom this Saturday.
After holding out longer than amajority of other grassroots leaguesfrom around the state, the BFNLfinally pulled the pin on seniorfootball and netball less than amonth ago.
Despite this, the league vowed toaccommodate its two junior grades,17 and under netball and under 18sfootball given the difference ingovernment health advice for peopleaged 18 and under and theimportance of top-age junior sportfor the development of players.
Maryborough got its first taste ofthe action last weekend with itsBendigo Junior Football Leagueunder 14s and under 16s breakingin Princes Park for the first time
this year. The club’s two younger sides, the
under 10s and under 12s, will kickthings off tomorrow followed by thefirst under 18s football sideMaryborough has been able to fieldsince 2016.
The Magpies haven’t been able toget enough numbers for severalyears with the oversaturation ofclubs in the area, but face a uniqueopportunity this year as the onlylocal team able to play after theMaryborough Castlemaine DistrictFNL’s season was abandoned.
The club has capitalised heavilyon COVID-19 permits which allowplayers to play football for anotherclub in the event that their usualcompetition has been cancelled.
Under 18s football team managerTerry Hillier said the club is stillworking hard behind the scenes toget the side approved by theweekend, especially with the largeamount of permits that are beingutilised by the club this year.
“We’re very excited to be able toprovide a community opportunity to
represent the district and the town.It is good to be given theopportunity as a one-off and it’sbeen very challenging to get to thatpoint,” he said.
“We’re still now waiting on a fewapprovals, we obviously have quitea large number of COVID-19 permitplayers and we’re working hardbehind the scene to get it over theline.
“I think we’re coming from a fairdeficit and the league hasacknowledged that and is workinghard to help us get a side going.”
Hillier said the league is passion-ate about keeping the environmentas safe as possible, which meansfollowing an enormous rulebookthat is constantly being updated.
“There is a lot to consider, there isa huge amount of rules that we arefollowing to be able to have our kidsplaying football,” he said.
“We ask the community to respectthat opportunity for the kids to playand not to swarm the ground thisweekend.
“We want the safest environment
possible for the health and well-being of our club and the communityas well as the preservation of theseason. The league has made itclear if the season isn’t safe — it willbe pulled.
“A major thing we have to policeis playing habits. Whether that behi-fives, drink bottle use, socialdistancing, rinsing of mouth guardsand that kind of thing, but our gameday staff and the umpires are all onboard to help guide the players onthose things.”
Club chaplin Jim McMillan isalso helping manage the side thisseason and said the Pies extendstheir sincere thanks to the districtleague and its clubs which havemade the team a possibility, if onlyfor a year.
“We’d like to thank the districtclubs for allowing their players toplay if they wanted to,” he said.
“We haven’t had an issue gettingthe permits through on the localend. We’re pretty well representedfrom Carisbrook to Avoca toNewstead, Rovers, Talbot, Royal
Park and even Natte through ourcoach Steve Thomson who was setto lead their senior side this year sowe have a really goodrepresentation of the district.
“We’re one of only two leaguesplaying in the country area so therehas been a bit of interest from out oftown. Kids are keen to get a gameand we understand that, but wehave a priority to play the localswhich we’re passionate about.”
Both the under 18 footballers and17 and under netballers will faceCastlemaine this Saturdayafternoon following junior footballin the morning, however the clubhas asked for people to stay clear ofthe area if possible and are notwelcoming spectators.
For players, parents andvolunteers, the venue will only beopen 30 minutes prior to matchstart with no canteen, clubrooms orchangerooms able to be accessed.
The BFNL warned that any non-compliance with State Government,AFL Victoria or Netball Victoriadirection may be reported to police.
Round seven of the AFL wasput to bed in Adelaide onMonday night, but the future ofthe season could rest in thehands of Queensland.
After the AFL conceded that therewould be no more home and awaygames in Victoria given the rapidincrease in COVID-19 cases, QLD,which has just three active cases asof Thursday, took in a large chunk ofthe AFL’s clubs into its hub.
The hub was originally set up tohelp ease the difficulties of borderrestrictions for West and SouthAustralian teams, but is now hometo several Victorian clubs.
The sunshine state has neverbeen exposed to as much Aussie
rules as it has in recent weeks withthe state’s premier AnnastaciaPalaszczuk taking to Twitter withan official statement last week withthe AFL planning to ship moreplayers and staff members up northshould the negotiations betweenQLD’s Chief Health Officer and theNRL go smoothly.
Ms Palaszczuk said AFL CEO GilMcLachlan had been in contact withher over the phone where shedropped a suggestion that the AFLgrand final should be held in QLD ifthe state was to do the heavy liftingto keep season 2020 alive.
“I stress none of these measurescan happen without strictquarantine protocols and theCOVID management plan that hasallowed the AFL season to proceed.
This is just another way thatQueensland is helping Victoria,” thestatement read.
“As everyone knows AFL is morethan a sport to Victorians.We knowhow they feel.
“Given the choice between nothaving a season, and having itbased in Queensland I think I knowwhat the fans would like to happen.
“And, as I told Gil, if the season isbased here — then the grand finalshould be played here too.”
The 2020 AFL grand final iscurrently locked in for October 24 atthe MCG but given the difficulties ofreflattening the curve in Victoria,dates and venues are subject tochange.
The AFL dropped its round nineto 12 fixture on Tuesday with a
blockbuster 20 consecutive days ofplay ahead from next Wednesday.
The 33-game roster includes 19games in Queensland, eight gamesin Perth, four in Adelaide, none inSydney and even a couple inTasmania, should borderrestrictions allow it.
Some teams will get only fourdays break between games in orderto condense the rounds and speedup the pace of the season.
The last traditionally blockedround for the next month, roundeight, kicked off last night with agame between Gold Coast and theBulldogs.
The Giants and Richmond willplay tonight while North andCarlton, Sydney and Hawthorn andPort and St Kilda will all play
Saturday. Neither of Maryborough’s AFL
listed players Jake Stringer(Essendon) and Nick Hind (StKilda) appeared last round withStringer injured and located inVictoria and Hind unable to breakthrough to senior selection.
That is unlikely to change thisweekend with Stringer aguaranteed out while Hind isstruggling to get bumped up fromthe emergency list given theperformance of the Saints’ keyforwards recently.
Sunday will see games betweenAdelaide and Essendon, West Coastand Collingwood and Melbourneand Brisbane while Fremantle andGeelong will finish off round eighton Monday.
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AVOCAA chilly Saturday didn’t scare
off golfers, who turned out tocontest a 4BBB stableford roundat the Avoca Golf Club.
Winners for the day were MichaelCoghlan and Justin Williams withtheir score of 47 points, while PeterCurrie and Bob Crooks were namedrunners up with 41 points.
Nearest the pins were CharlieMarshall (second hole), Peter Currie(seventh, 14th and 17th) and NickCoghlan (11th).
Charlie Marshall scored a birdieon the second hole, while gobblerswere scored by Marshall on theeighth and 11th holes, Peter Currieon the third and Michael Coghlan onthe 16th.
A par event was also held in Avocaon Wednesday.
Winner for the day was JennyJardine who finished with a score of+4, while joint runners up wereLorraine Gollop and Gemma Howellwith -2.
Nearest the pins were Jodie Frost(second hole), Lorraine Gollop(seventh), Lyn Howell (ninth),Maree Bandt (14th) and JennyJardine (17th).
CLUNESGolfers took to the Clunes
green on Sunday for a strokeevent.
Winner for the day was AndrewCos with a score of 84-19-65 whilerunner-up was Karson Osbourne-Purser with 83-14-69.
Nearest the pins were Osbourne-Purser (seventh hole), DaveMcDonald (11th) and Andrew Cox(18th).
Kevin Steart also scored a magpieball while Jo Love had thestraightest drive on the third hole.
A stableford event was also heldon Wednesday.
Winner was Damien Bath with 37points, while runner-up was RobDean with 35.
Nearest the pins were JohnHorner (third hole), Phil Johnston(seventh) and Graeme Johnstone(17th).
Martin Spears had the straightestdrive on the 18th hole while JohnHorner scored a magpie ball.
DUNOLLYA stableford event was held at
the Dunolly Golf Club onSaturday.
The day’s winner was Craig Burnwith 45 points and a new courserecord with 61 off the stick, whilerunner-up was Mark Lovel with 42points.
Shenae Hunt claimed the ladiescompetition with 39 points, whileRory Scholes was the juniorcompetitions winner with 35.
Nearest the pins were JoshBritten (fifth hole), Jenny Lovel(sixth) and Craig Bellenger (13th).
MARYBOROUGHSaturday saw a 4BBB
stableford contested by 82players at the MaryboroughGolf Club.
Competition winners were JohnRobertson and Tim Duncan with 48points, ahead of runners up RobFinch and Graeme Malone with 45points.
Ball winners were Dan Leddin,Dave Kerry, Harold Patullo, AtholChaffey (45), Rick Boehm, DaveMcDonald, Peter Smits, MarioRosini, Geoff Newell, Dave Parsons(44), Mick Cameron, Rob Young, RobBird, Nick Earl, Aydin Skaer, TomDonaldson, Doug Rowe and BrianDouglas (43).
It was a close competition in thewomen’s 4BBB event which saw 23golfers battle it out.
Competition winners were MillieCassidy and Wendy Carmody with44 points, requiring a countback tobe separated from runners up DorisJennings and Kaye Share with thesame score.
Ball winners were Lynda Pratt,Helen Rogan (43), Sonya Stoneman,Sharon Treble, Donna Bauer andHelen Rogan (42).
A stableford round was held onTuesday.
Steven Schulz was A grade’swinner with a score of 36 points,closely followed by runner-up RobFinch with 35.
B grade’s winner Ross Dawson ledthe pack with 41 points, ahead ofrunner-up Max Palmer with 38.
Athol Chaffey claimed C gradewith a score of 40 points, whilerunner-up was Peter Smits with 35.
Ball winners were Bill Fowler(37), Chris Thomson (35), JohnBurford, Dan Leddin, Greg Murphy,Peter Treble, Nev Fitzpatrick,Harold Patullo, Keith Fankhauser(34), Gary Reed, Brian Hart,Graham Thomson and JodyThomson (33).
A stableford round was alsocontested on Wednesday.
Lynda Pratt was the day’s winnerwith a score of 39 points, ahead ofrunner-up Sharon Treble with 34.
Ball winners were Donna Bauer(32), Doris Jennings, WendyCarmody (31) and Kaye Share (30).
TALBOTA stroke event was contested
by 32 golfers at the Talbot GolfClub on Saturday.
A grade’s winner was ScottTreloar with a score of 79-65 whilerunner-up was Adrian Browing with81-67.
John Purcell was B grade’swinner 81-63 with Brad Treloarnamed runner-up with 96-71.
Nearest the pins were G Bilson(second hole), Neil Greenwood(fifth), Col O’Halloran (12th), JasonMcFadyen (14th) and Luke Treloar(16th).
A two was scored by NeilGreenwood while Russell Trickeyscored a birdie on the fifth hole.
Tuesday saw a ladies’ stablefordcompetition held.
Carolyn Atkinson was winner ofthe day with 34 points, requiring acountback to be separated fromrunner-up Jean O’Halloran with thesame score.
Nearest the pins were JeanO’Halloran (second hole) andLeanne Heagney (14th) while amagpie ball was scored by JeanO’Halloran on the sixth hole and agobbler by Elizabeth Fenton on the18th.
A two person ambrose event wasalso held on Wednesday.
Neil Roscholler and PeterMcLoughlin were the day’s winnerswith a score of 66-7¼-58¾.
Nearest the pins were BarrySandlant (second hole), Ken Mason(12th) and Rob Hopcroft (14th).
Football fans can strap themselves in for anunbroken 20-day run at rounds nine to 12 startingmid-next week as the AFL scrambles to get itsseason over and done with. A majority of games willbe played in Queensland, which is quickly taking overfrom Victoria as the home of sport.
The wait is over for juniorsoccer players with the Mary-borough Soccer Club’s 2020season officially kicking off thisSaturday.
After months of deliberation andplanning, the local soccer club willfinally get its smallest players outonto the pitch with under sevens,under nines, under 12s and under15s age groups competing in roundone tomorrow.
Club president Jay Murdock saidhe is both excited and nervous for
this Saturday’s season launch.“It’s going to be very interesting
on Saturday morning waking up andthinking ‘hang on a minute, I havesoccer again.’ I am very excited butat the same time a bit nervous,” hesaid.
“We are very lucky and thankfulto be where we are and to be able tohave a season, but it doesn’t meanwe can get slack around any of thoserules.
“We ask families to try to limitwho will attend, if they’re notimmediate family they do need to
provide their personal details forcontact tracing. Social distancingmust be followed as well.
“We have three entries and exits,one for each of our designatedpitches to make sure the groupsavoid crossing over.
“Football Victoria has sent outfree sanitiser for all clubs who arerunning competitions which wasgreat, so between that and thesupply we purchased we’re stockedup. We have a bunch of volunteerswho will help keep everything undercontrol as well.”
As per State Governmentregulations people cannot gather ingroups larger than 10 and mustfollow social distancing rules.
The season will run exclusively atthe soccer pitches at Princes Parkfor the next 10 weeks.
Murdock said there are some newfaces who will make their soccerdebut this weekend and that there isstill room for more if people areinterested.
“Despite the circumstances wehad around the normal amount of
players register which is great,” hesaid.
“There are a few new players andsome of our regular players aretaking the year off so it has balancedout.
“Registrations aren’t closing so ifanyone is still wanting to play theycan hop online, register and we’ll getthem into a team in the comingweeks.”
Head to the Maryborough SoccerClub Facebook page or [email protected] formore information.
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football and netball season this weekend with simultaneous gamesagainst Castlemaine in round one of the Bendigo Football NetballLeagueʼs purely under 18 competition. Tali Chadwick will play for thePies in the 17 and under netball side while Spencer Fithall will pullon the boots for the clubʼs first under 18s football side in four years.Story, Page 25. 240720 05
