"Illuminated by Fire" at Federation Square: Issue No. 75 - July 2011 PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658
"Illuminated by Fire" at Federation Square: Issue No. 75 - July 2011 PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658
"Illuminated by Fire" at Federation Square: Issue No. 75 - July 2011 PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658
75July 2011
Distribution: 500 copies to Silver Creek Rd., Silver Parrot Rd., Creekside Drive., Riverside Cres., Service Road, Moore s Rd., Spring Valley Rd. Upper King Parrot Rd, and the Main Road as far as Minto Rd. Also the Hazeldene Store, Flowerdale Hotel, Strath Creek Store and Glenburn Roadhouse. Articles, advertisements, etc. can be left at the store, posted to PO Box 2008, Hazeldene, or emailed to the Community House at [email protected]
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Flowerdale Primary School music festival Rockinon the Mountain November 19th
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FROM COMMUNITY GROUPS
Flowerdale Primary School music festival committee is seeking expressions of interest from local community groups who would like to hold a food stall at the primary school music festival on November 19 th. We hope to provide a variety of stalls selling different types of food. Currently we are taking requests from groups who would like to sell food on the day. The festival Rockinon the Mountain is being held on November 19th from 11.30AM until 8.30 PM. We are expecting around 1500 guests. The festival is to be held at Drysdales property on the outskirts of Yea. If your group would like to sell food on the day, please reply to this email. Please include the following details and any questions you may have. NAME OF GROUP HOURS (you would like to sell food) TYPE of FOOD you would like to sell (Please be aware that we would like a variety of food to be sold and we may need to consult with groups who wish to sell the same types of food.) Please send all expressions of interest by 25th July 2011.
hour gig at
Rockin on the Mountain!!!!
How to enter: 1 - Band name 2 - Genre 3 - Where is band based? 4 - Members ( how many, names etc) 5 - Demographic 6 - Bio ( a couple of paragraphs on band & members) 7 - Please include a demo ( 2-3 songs) Send all applications to: Rockin on the Mountain comp C/o Flowerdale Primary school RMB 6525 Yea - Whittlesea rd Flowerdale 3717 before July 31st, 2011 Queries at: [email protected] Winner notified by mail & in the August Flowerdale flyer
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On 25th June our youth groupies pulled on their adventurous skates and went ice skating at the Melbourne Ice house at the Docklands. It had been at least 22 years since I pulled on skates so my stomach was full of nerves. We travelled in comfort on a Dysons bus, making a lunch stop at McDonalds with 5 adults and 27 groupies. Proving themselves again, the groupies behaviour was faultless. We arrived at the Ice House, put on our skates and tried to stand up. It was at this stage where my internal dialogue began (OMG what am I doing?). Ignoring all the voices it was to the ice I went. Well the groupies took of like ducks to water and it seems its like riding a bike you dont forget. It was an awesome day and we will remember it for a long long time. Special thanks to Samm, Vicki T, Ross and Peter (Dysons).
Alex Grade 6
On Saturday the 25th June the Flowerdale Junior Youth Group went ice skating at Melbourne Ice House. We left from the school at 10am. After being on the bus for nearly an hour we arrived at McDonalds where we had lunch. After our lunch we played in the playground. Driving around for another hour or so we finally arrived to the Ice House. At the Ice house we got our skates on and went on the Ice. The ice was hard when you fell but once you got the hang of it, it wasnt that hard to skate without have to hold the edge. Many thanks to the parents that helped us and Tanya and Rod for taking us.
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Volunteers needed for a monthly sausage sizzle at the Flowerdale Market to help raise funds to buy equipment, allow youth to continue activities and go on excursions. Volunteer drivers for bus with HR truck licence and working with c hi l d re n c he c k t o he l p w it h excursions. Please contact Tanya ASAP 0408333953 if you can help with any of the above so we can continue to provide as many activities as we can for our children.
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If you can help once a month to distribute please contact 0418 589 072
Rainfall
June 2011 (to 23rd June) Total for May 2011 Year to Date to 23rd June 2011 to 30th June 2010 Total 2010 Regards Virginia
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THANKYOU Thankyou to all those who took the time and made the effort to fill in the Environment Survey.
BEWARE Our Home and Contents Insurance was due for renewal on the 27th June. With the renewal came a Supplementary Product Disclosure Statement, which applies to new policies after the 20th March 2011 and renewal policies after the 2nd of May 2011. In this statement is a section about fire which states: We will NOT cover loss or damage caused by bushfire during any period specified in your current Certificate of Insurance und special conditions as an embargo period. Talking to the insurance company and others this means that on certain days deemed by the insurance company we would not be covered for bushfire. Consequently, we changed our insurance company. Please make sure you read Product Disclosure Statements thoroughly. This is a large and well know Insurance Company stating this. Pat Cowman
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On Thursday the 16th of June a large quantity of rubbish was dumped on Moores Road near Coonans Bridge. It consisted of many feed bags of rubbish and some large electrical items. The council was phoned and to their credit promptly came to collect it, utilising valuable and scarce council resources that could be used elsewhere. These seemingly insignificant infractions all add up to increased council costs which in turn lead to further hikes in our rates. So whoever is responsible, please consider this next time you feel like you cant be bothered going to the tip. Also, it denigrates places that other people put a lot of work into preserving and improving. It can set a precedent too, and before you know it, people start thinking of an area as an unofficial dump site. Shame on you who ever dumped this, shame on you!
WILDLIFE TOUR
On Friday the 15th of July at 7.00pm we are getting together down at Coonans Bridge Reserve for a wildlife spotting exploration tour. There is a rich diversity of wildlife in this location and this night will be an opportunity to see and hear it all using some special technology such as a thermal camera with large screen display and listening devices with parabolic microphones attached for all to use. This type of equipment can detect a small mouse at more than 50 meters away in complete darkness. Trent Patten will be taking whoever would like to join in on this fun evening of discovery. The tour will go for about an hour and a half, and all you need to bring is yourself, warm clothes, a torch, and a camera if youd like. The evening is for all ages, so have dinner before you come, well meet at Coonans Bridge Reserve, near the Landcare sign just at the start of Upper King Parrot Creek Road. For those who are interested in continuing we will be heading to Picnic Point in the Southern end of Flowerdale afterwards. Call Trent or Vikki Patten on 5780-2333 if you would like any further information. This activity promises to be fun and informative. See whats out there! Weather dependant if its raining we will cancel.
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Tank rebates extended for bushfire-affected households Minister for Water Peter Walsh today announced the extension of the rainwater tank grant scheme for bushfire-affected households. Visiting Kinglake today, Mr Walsh said the scheme provided grants of up to $1000 for residents to purchase and install rainwater tanks as they rebuild homes destroyed in the 2009 Victorian bushfires. "More than 2100 houses were lost during the 2009 bushfires and many people are still rebuilding," Mr Walsh said. "As a part of this process, the Victorian Coalition Government is extending one-off rebates on rainwater tanks to help families rebuilding after the fires. "More than 165 households in bushfire affected areas have already received grants to purchase and install rainwater tanks. "The scheme will now be extended until June 2012 so that these grants continue to be available during the ongoing recovery process." The grants are available to residences eligible to receive a Destroyed Homes Payment through the Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund for tanks which meet Australian Design Standards. Mr Walsh said the Victorian Coalition Government was committed to helping Victorians use water wisely and rainwater tanks were a great way to contribute to overall water efficiency. "Now is a great time to install a rainwater tank, with typically cooler and wetter weather starting to set in over winter." Water tank grants that are available to bushfire-affected residents include: $1000 for a tank 4000+ litres connected to all toilets and laundry; $900 for a tank 4000+ litres connected to all toilets; and $500 for a tank 2000-3999 litres connected to all toilets. "Rainwater tanks not only reduce our reliance on water from our storages, but have great environmental benefits through the capture and re-use of stormwater," Mr Walsh said. For more information visit the resourcesmart.vic.gov.au website or call 1300 363 744. FLOWERDALE TENNIS CLUB Youth triumphs YOUTH triumphed at Flowerdale Tennis Clubs mid-week social competition grand final in chilly conditions on June 22. In an energetic game showing lots of determination and skill on both sides, the all-teenage side, the Chewbaccas, consisting of Craig and Jack Cornelissen, Jess Wendel and Sam Varano won 30 to 22, four sets to two, against the Whoop Whoops which included James Wendel, Kim Wilson, Deb Schulz and Chris Stutchbury. The Whoop Whoops were down two members on the night: Maria Wendel with a fractured leg and Jake Fish who was away on school camp. A small but enthusiastic crowd gathered to cheer on the players in the grand final - the first held on the clubs new synthetic grass courts which were officially opened last month. The season, which began in early February, has involved more than 40 players in nine teams each week. Many teams include family members. Club President, Jeannette Kamar, said that with four new courts available for play, the club hoped to expand its next mid-week social competition. With four new courts side by side, we have a great opportunity for family and friends to enjoying a healthy and fun activity together, she said. The clubs next social competition begins late August. To enrol, phone Jeannette on 5780 1520 before August 12.
Flowerdale Tennis Club mid-week social competition grand finalists: (from left) Jess Wendel, Sam Varano, Jack Cornelissen, Deb Schulz, K i m W i l s on , Ch r i s Stutchbury and captains Craig Cornelissen and James Wendel.
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FLOWERDALE CRICKET CLUB Club gears up for cricket EXCITEMENT is building within Flowerdale Cricket Club now that work on its new grounds is nearing completion and plans for new training facilities are well advanced. Colin Crowe, who was elected president at the clubs annual general meeting on Monday last week, said retractable nets and a new synthetic surface would be installed on the old tennis courts at the Spring Valley Recreation Reserve to provide training facilities for cricketers in time for the 2011-12 cricket season. Fencing around the oval is to be erected soon, and this will not only stop a lot of balls going into the creek and stopping play while we find them but will also allow the club to attract sponsors who can purchase signage advertising their businesses, Mr Crowe said. It will be fantastic to finally play on our home turf, which now has a good wide pitch, and we will have excellent facilities, Mr Crowe said. We hope to have a big open day soon to promote the Flowerdale Sports Club. We will have great new facilities for cricketers and we also have the fantastic new four courts for our tennis club, so we want to take every opportunity to grow the sports club for the community. Cricket training is due to begin in September and the club is looking to attract players aged 16 to 60 years for its C Grade competition. Women are welcome. The club will hold a meeting for all interested in playing or joining club activities on Monday, July 18 from 7pm at the Spring Valley Recreation Reserve pavilion. The clubs new committee includes secretary/treasurer, Chris Wilsher and vice president Chris Emmins. For inquiries phone Colin Crowe on 5797 3341 or Chris Emmins on 0414 553 342.
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We Want You
LOCAL TRADIES
Only $5 a month Name Expertise Phone number Is all that is needed
Must be prepaid (leave at the Store) Marked with Payment: Flowerdale Flyer Tradies List & Contact Address
LOCAL TRADIES LIST (Please note if not prepaid ads will not be published)
Cabinet Maker Renzo UkosichNew kitchens & renovations 5780 2278 Landscaping Alex Jones-PavescapePaving, Concreting, Bobcat Hire, Excavator, Post Holes 0409 338 130 Plasterer Peter KissNew Buildings, Renovations, Repairs No Job Too Big or Too Small 0413 741 396 Plumber Tom SimpsonTLS PlumbingSeptics, Water Tanks etc 0433 309 559
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Open Open Tuesday & Wednesday 10am3pm Tuesday & Wednesday 10am3pm Phone: 5780 2664 2664 Phone: 5780 (For all bookings and enquires please phone the Flowerdale Community House)
Community House.
Massage/Chiropractic/Osteopathy/AcupuntureEach Tuesday, 1-4pm. Thanks to Hands on Health Australia professionals, RMIT students and clinician Helen. Acupuncture on first Tuesday of the month with Marta. Bookings must be made through Community House. Quilting & CraftFirst Saturday of each month from 10.30am-3.30pm Cost $5. PlaygroupTuesdays from 10-12.30, $2 per family. From newborn to preschool. Please bring a piece of fruit to share. Will commence shortly (see flyer in this edition). Please register by
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Open Tuesday & Wednesday 10am3pm Phone: 5780 2664 (For all bookings and enquires please phone the Flowerdale Community House)
Note: Community Dinners will be once a month, first Friday of the Month.
SATURDAY Quilting & CraftFirst Saturday of each month from 10.30am-3.30pm Cost $5. Japanese CookeryWill resume again when Hiroko is feeling better, we wish all the best with her recovery.
Life DrawingIf you would be interested in joining this class, please call the Community House to register your interest. Classes will be at 7pm in the evening (our tutor Lou will advise of date shortly). Cost $10. Flowerdale Seniors GroupCome in and help develop the exciting Calendar of events for the year of activities (anyone over 55 welcome to join). Come in on Tuesday mornings to help with planning with Trish, Max, Judy and Jan. Flowerdale Seniors Gardening GroupDrop in on Tuesday or please call Community House to register your interest. Physical range of including training, involved, charge. Activity GroupFor over 55s an exciting classes are planned with Rickie Nuske Thi Chi, Yoga, Pilates, walking strength aerobics etc... Please come and get begins shortly and all sessions free of
SUNDAY ChurchGreen Valley Church, - Church is not like it used to be, come and check it out. 10am Flowerdale Hall every Sunday except Flowerdale Market day it is held at Flowerdale Primary School.
SERVICES
Community BusTo use the community bus contact 0429801312 details. Op ShopCall in and have a browse you may pick up a bargain. Volunteers are always needed so if you have a spare few hours please call the Community House. Flowerdale Food ShareThanks to the ongoing partnership with Berry Street and the Victorian Food Bank. Phone or come and speak with Odette. FirewoodIf you are in desperate need of firewood, please call the Community House. Annie on UGFMEach Saturday Morning at 9.30am on 88.9/98.9UGFM. Annie gives the Flowerdale Report, Good Morning Murrindindi and has a wide listening audience.
Ladies & Mens Chainsaw ClassesDue to popular demand another series of workshops will commence shortly. |See flyer in this months edition for further information. Enormous thanks to Peter Auty. Please call Community to register your interest. Mens Cooking ClassesAll Ages. Please call Community House to register your interest. Senior Youth Group ActivitiesSurf Clinic, Paint Ball/Skrmish & other Activities. Please call Community House to register your interest
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ADVERTISING RATES
1/16 Page 1/8 Page 1/4 Page 1/2 Page Full Page Classified Ads Personals $10.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 $90.00 $1 per line Free
Email the Flowerdale Community House at [email protected] or post to: PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658
DEADLINE FOR FLOWERDALE FLYER AUGUST EDITION IS TUESDAY 21ST JULY 2011
Mobile Library Visits: Hazeldene Bus Stop1.30 to 4.30pm 1st & 3rd Thursday of month. If you have internet access at home you can reserve books at the Yarra Plenty Regional Library website (www.yprl.vic.gov.au) and collect them from the Mobile Library.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO USETHE FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY BUS?????? For details & costs phone Annie Roberston 0429801312
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