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Flowerdale Flyer December 2010

HOOF OVER HILLS Flowerdale Victoria 20032010

Friday Riders Night waslots of fun, showcasinggreat local music and giv-ing our visitors and volun-teers time to catch up witheach other and relax intothe weekend.

Saturday CommunityNight featured a gorgeousroast beef meal in ourlarge marquee, fire drums,raffle, auction and mudlots of mud. Excellententertainment by theF lowerda le Pr imarySchool Singing Group, ourlocal poets Jordan andDylan Mason and PeteAuty, later followed byRuckus, ensured a greatnight for everyone.

After two weeks of rela-tively dry weather andsunshine, the rain cameand winter returned justin time to offer the HoofOver Hills Organizers andVolunteers their greatestever challenge.

Yet the endless rain, thesleet, the snow, the thickmud, the paddocks whichhad turned into lakes andrivers, did little to quell theexcitement of Hoof OverHills. The only mention ofthe weather was the aweexpressed when ourguests woke, on Saturdaymorning, to snow cappedhills and trees.

And later, one thin ray ofsunlight dared to defy thedark clouds, and thebreathtaking miracle of asingle rainbow spannedthe Hoof Over Hills prop-erty. Even when the chal-lenges seem impossible,the rewards are rich.

While numbers were downon previous years, 220registered horse ridersand almost 100 campersembraced the sense ofadventure and welcominghospitality of Hoof Over

Hills. Treated to spec-tacular views from horse

back through bushlandand hilltops overlookingthe Valley Of A ThousandHills, riders were sup-ported by Trail Boss AlanSchulz and his Crew offully qualified Ride Lead-ers, Stewards, Paramed-ics and Drag Riders. Thelarge friendly 4WD BackUp Crew provided hot teaand coffee, cool drinks,

freshly made sandwiches,fruit and home madecakes, slices and quichesand a BBQ lunch for morethan 250 people on thetrail.

For campers there werewarming fire drums, localsights and places to ex-plore, on site BBQ andhorse and cart rides. TheShed wall was turned into

a beautiful mosaic ofThank You Signs andphotos from previousyears, with visitors able totake any pictures theywanted at the end of theweekend.

Cooked bacon and eggbreakfasts with warmbread rolls, cereal, freshfruit salad, organic orange juice and tea and coffeeensured everyone wasfuelled for the excitingdays of Hoof Over Hills.

OCTOBER 2010

2010 Report

From Top: The entire Grantfamily battle the rain & mud tosupport mum, Chrissy. RideLeader Terry Dean & HenryKielbaska enjoy a hearty lunchon the trail. Bar Girls Anna Kir-

ran and Kim happily enjoy a rarebreak on the trail. FPS studentBonnie braves the mud. Local,Ronnie Goudge is a Ride Leader& great supporter of Hoof OverHills. Our first WELCOME sign

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Flowerdale Primary SchoolWhere Every Day Is Open Day

Grade2/3/4CheyLaneWill

EbonySethMitchCodieJayTomBonnieAmy

Grade 5/6: Molly, Skyler,Chanze, Lachie, Erynn, Ayden,Chloe, Katie, Shay, Sarah,Jesse, Lochie

Grade Prep/1: Jipsie, Shawnee, Summer, Cheyenne, Anthony, Matthew, Jack, Levi, Megan, Lorelei

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL THE KIDS AT FLOWERDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

HAPPY NEW YEAR AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL OUR FRIENDS

GOOD LUCK TO OUR GRADE 6 STUDENTS:

Chanze, Ayden, Katie, Lachie, Chloe

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FLOWERDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Every Day Is Open Day at Flowerdale Primary School. 2010 has flown by so quickly, and as we look back onthe range of experiences offered to our children over the year, our little schools motto certainly is appropriate.

During Term 4 our kids have attended some excellent camps: the Grade 5/6 camp in Tasmania, the 2/3/4camp in the City and the Prep/1 camp in Shepparton and Flowerdale.

Junior Fun Day, ELF Day, Athletics, Summer Sports Day, Healthy Food Day and a visit to Marysville haveensured that our kids education is holistic. Literacy and numeracy have been our top focus with all childrenworking very hard to exceed their personal best.

We have had visits from Concordia College in SA, who were with us for a week of fun and work. Brent Harveycame to Flowerdale and did a footy workshop with everyone having lots of fun.

Our friends from Boite have done music workshops with the children to produce a very catchy school song.The Singing Group is in such demand that they are performing almost every week. They rocked at Hoof OverHills where they delighted an audience of 700 very wet and muddy people, and sang at the launch of theEnlightened Spirits project and the Hall Gala Opening. At the moment they are gearing up for the annualChristmas Concert which will be held in the new Multi-Purpose Room at School.

A visit to Darley Stud was a highlight of the term, with children overawed at the gorgeous horses, the beautifulgrounds and the friendly staff who ensured they had a day to remember. They have had great fun at theDarley workshop where they were able to suggest names for race horses, and participate in a number ofrelated activities.

The Childrens Hub which incorporates the new Early Learning Centre, office space and a shared multi-purposeroom, is almost at completion. It looks fantastic with bright open spaces and great internal fittings. The

Kinder will be moving in next week.

The end of the year is time to say goodbye to some of our friends. We wish all our Grade 6 kids the very bestfor their High School life in 2011. We sadly say goodbye to Christine Bauer who has been our Prep/1 teacherfor three years. Her contribution to our school has been exceptional and she is loved by the kids and parentsalike. Our Staff Quiz scores are set to plummet when Christine leaves, and we will all miss her very much.Christine plans to go into the Restaurant business with her partner Satindammmm can almost smell theexotic aromas now.

Our Chaplain Sue, our Welfare Worker Darryl, and our smiling Wednesday Girl Kirran all finish up at the end ofthe year. We thank them for everything they have done to improve the experiences of our children and ourstaff.

And from everyone at Flowerdale Primary School, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and we wish you a NewYear filled with fun, family and great adventures.

From Left: Prep/1teacher Christine withpartner Satinda, Chap-lain Sue, Welfare workerDarryl, and Wednesdayworker & HOH dynamoKirran.

Where Every Day Is Open Day

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Flowerdale Junior

Youth Group

There wereno excursions this month. Wehave had two successful home sessions inour backyard complete with cricket and BBQ.

Now the Hall renovations are completed wehave resumed at the Hall with games,skipping and hula hooping.

Our last session for the year will be atFunfields on December 11th. Bookings areessential due to bus capacity.

We will be starting fundraising at the nextFlowerdale Community Market with amonthly sausage sizzle to help raise muchneeded funds to continue our Junior & SeniorYouth Groups. So all those hungryFlowerdalians come and support our YouthGroups. Also for December Market we will beoffering Christmas wrapping service, $2 eachpresent so come along and have them allwrapped for you, take the hassle of gettingthem wrapped in time for Santa.

Junior Youth Group will resume during theschool holidays in January (see flyer fordetails).

Tanya & Rod Hallett

Flowerdale Senior Youth Group

Needs Volunteers with Working with Childrens CheckHave you got a spare few hours on a Friday Night to come & help with Senior Youth Group.

We need as many parents as possible to assist, the more we have means you want have to attend every Friday night.

Until we have more volunteers we are unable to run Senior Youth Group.

If you are interested please phone 57801223 in the evenings or contact Community House on 57802664

Flowerdale Community House INC

Forming Friendships ABN 30 127 305 127

Come & Support Flowerdale Junior & Senior Youth Group

We are holding monthly Sausage Sizzles at the Flowerdale Market once a month as a fundraiser tobuy equipment, allow the youth to continue activities and go on excursions.

For the month of December at the Market we are offering a gift wrapping service, $2 per present.Also will be held at the Hazeldene Store. Times & Dates will be advised shortly and will posted atthe store with all information

All Welcome

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FLOWERDALE CFAFlowerdale brigade is in the mood for decorations. After all, it is the season for Christmas trees and tinsel.

But decorations of a more enduring sort have been given to two members of our brigade recently. Judy Baker hasreceived lifetime membership of the Flowerdale CFA for 29 years of dedicated service to our brigade and ourcommunity. Judys energy, commitment and leadership are awe-inspiring. At the pre-fire season get-together, ourbrigade presented Judy with a plaque to show a little of how much we appreciate her.

Norm Berndt has been awarded a medal for 10 years service to the CFA. The CFA organisation recognises howvaluable long-term members of the brigades are.

More decorations are on the way. The next one will be Santa, along with tinsel and lollies. He will arrive on the firetanker at Carols by Candlelight at the Hall on Sunday 19 December. Santa will be wearing a splendid new outfit madeby the Elves in Flowerdale to replace his old outfit, which suffered in the fires. Heartfelt thanks from the brigade go toJoan Carroll for donating her skills in Santa-suit making.

Training. On Sunday 7 November, Flowerdale brigade burned off a windrow on aprivate block on Silver Parrot Road. We were surprised to see so many firiesturn up to help burn it off, said the residents. The brigade made sure there wereCouncil permits before starting the burn. It was a great opportunity for ourmembers to practise hosing techniques at a controlled fire. Check out the photo

of the burn.

On Sunday 21 November, Flowerdale participated in a large group training event in Glenburn. Just about the besttraining weve been to in ages, reckon the Flowerdale firies. Next training and meeting at the Fire Station.TrainingSunday 5 and 19 December, 9 am.MeetingTuesday 7 December, 7.30 pm.

We are looking forward to a quiet summer. We wish everybody a peaceful holiday season.Kate Hawkins, Flowerdale CFA

PLAYGROUP NEWS

2010 has been a great year at Flowerdale playgroup. Wehave taken part in many activities including springactivities, puppet making, dance, mask making andcreating picture frames. The families have enjoyed takingpart in many special activities such as an Autumn Feastand a Very hungry Caterpillar Day and of coursecelebrating birthdays of our children. The highlight of ouryear was the day at the Melbourne Aquarium. We alsovisited the Seymour childrens expo in October.

In the first half of the year we enjoyed visits from Katefrom Murrindindi Library for storytime as part of the Your

Library Out There series, a service that has been visitingplaygroup since June 2009.

In April this year we were grateful to welcome KathrynGoldsmith from Murrindindi Toy Library and help her outwith promoting of the Toy Library van throughoutFlowerdale. Kathryn and her team supply a toy libraryservice to children aged 0 -6 through out the shire. Wethank all those involved in organising this service,especially Kathryn. The Toy Library trailer will continue tovisit Flowerdale monthly in 2011.

In April along with parents from Marysville and Kinglake

playgroup we received a Merit Certificate at the PlaygroupVictoria AGM. To acknowledge the commitment we hadmade towards community playgroups after the 2009bushfires.

In June many parents attended the Parenting Course run

by Mitchell Community Health. Leaving the children inchildcare while parents spent some quality adult time witheach other it was a nice and rewarding change.

In August we welcomed the return of Helen Killen for theRhythm and Beat pre school music program and shecontinues entertain the children. Helen runs a fantastic preschool music program for our children and we look forwardto her visits.

We currently have 12 families enrolled and we areaveraging about 5 families and 8 children each week. Weare always looking to improve our attendance and continueto promote the program through out the community. Thechallenge is sometimes not attracting new families butmaking sure all those enrolled keep coming back, withpeople having such busy lives.

Playgroup will continue to run in 2011 and is always lookingfor new members to join our friendly group of mums andtheir young children. Wishing all the parents and childrenand their friends and family a happy and safe Christmasand we look forward to catching up in 2011.

It has been a rewarding time organising playgroup for thelast two years. As Ruby and I begin another chapter in our

lives we wish the parents of Flowerdale playgroup well. Ihope 2011 brings many new people and some special oldones along to playgroup and that the children continue toenjoy playing together.

Louise Reed

PLAYGROUP NEWS

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This term has been extremely exciting with children preparing for their end of year concert, which Im told it is asurprise, I cant tell, but we are getting dressed up mum. We have been watching the new building nearingcompletion. The children and staff have concluded the year with a trip to the Melbourne Zoo. It has been a great wayfor the 4 year olds to celebrate their last term at the Flowerdale Kinder before moving onto school. Once again Id like

to thank Chrissie and Raelene for all their wonderful efforts with the children over the 2010 year.

As the year draws to a close the parents and children will farewell Raelene Eason. Raelene has taught at FlowerdaleKinder for 10 years (2000- 2010) Raelene has put a lot of effort into the running of the Flowerdale Kinder over theyears, she has taught many children throughout the Flowerdale Valley and Im sure she will be valued in her new jobat Marie Williams Kindergarten in Kilmore. When one door closes another one opens and the Flowerdale kindercommunity is looking forward to welcoming Melanie White as teacher for the 2011 year. Melanie has recentlycomplete the Bastow Institute Contemporary Child development theory for Early Childhood educators and Im sureshe will be an asset to both the kinder and school community.

As president this year Ive enjoyed making a positive contribution to the kinder community. Id like to thank Kerrie(Secretary) and Kim (Treasurer) for all there hard work on the committee this year. In what has been a year of manychanges they have worked hard to support the kinder and worked towards creating a good future for the Flowerdale

children. I would also like to wish the new Flowerdale Kinder Committee a great and successful year for 2011 as I willno longer be President as this is my last year of a child attending the Kinder.

Any one who has not enrolled for the 2011 year please contact Karla Chatfield Mitchell Shire Council57 346 254

Have a safe and happy Christmas,RegardsLouise Reed

I'll Show You A Volunteer--(Author Unknown)

Show me a person who spends endless

hours in training without pay,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person where a cry for helpbrings split-second dispatch,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who is devastatedwhen lives are lost or maimed,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who is graciouslywelcomed as a next-door neighbor,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who often takes more

ridicule than complaints,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person whose car is garagedwith the grille facing out,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who sacrifices homelife, TV ... even tender moments,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person visibly moved at thestrains of our National Anthem,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who may be asked togive more than just dedication,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Show me a person who is asked to givemore ... and more ... and more,And, I'll show you a volunteer.

Wood Splitter available Full Time in Flowerdale

As part of the Tool Library in Flowerdale we now have apermanent Wood Splitter available.To book you need to contactHenry 0427 808 435

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Rainfall

November 2010(to 22nd November) 16mmTotal for October 2010 145mm

Year to Date

To 22nd November 2010 963mmTo 30th November 2009 565mm

RegardsVirginia

WE ARE LOOKING FOR MORE

VOLUNTEERS TO DISTRIBUTE

THE FLOWERDALE FLYER.

If you can help once a month to

distribute please contact

0418 589 072

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1stKinglake Scout Group

Scout NewsCongratulations to MatthewGriffiths on completing hisExplorer Cord, great effort Matt.

Our older Scouts recently planned and carried out a38km hike at Wilsons Promontory. The weather was

poor, snowing in Kinglake;and it was a tough hike inrugged country but ourScouts were certainly up tothe challenge. As usualthey carried everything withthem including food, tentsand hike stoves. Theyenjoyed the wonderful scenery and wildlife, even a TigerSnake sunning himself on the track. At the end theywere very pleased with what they had accomplished andit also meant they had achieved their Explorer Campcraftaward.

Coming up our last night for the year is a combined nightat the Whittlesea swimming pool on Tuesday 7thDecember.Venturer NewsOur Venturers are currently planning and purchasingparts to build their own motorised go-kart, although bythe sound of things it may end up more like somethingout of Mad Max 2.

Grace Church FlowerdaleChristmas Celebrations

10 reasons to Celebrate ChristmasDecember 12 @ 10 am

Flowerdale Hall

Tuesday All Day Morning Tea Christmas BreakupDecember 14th @ 10.30 am

Flowerdale HallChristmas food, Christmas Songs and Presents

For information call Joanne 0434357730

Coming up the Venturers will finish of the year by un-winding with up to 1000 other Venturers at the annualVic Gathering at Pax Hill Scout Camp. Activities willinclude a battle of the bands, water activities, abseilingand even jelly wrestling. Where else but Scouts couldyou get a weekend like that?

Group NewsThe Kinglake Scout Group recently received the Chief

Commissioners Award for quality Scouting and mem-bership increase for the past 12 months. Our member-ship increased by 32% with the introduction of ourVenturer section for 14-17 year olds, the Cub sectiondoubled their numbers and our Scout section contin-ued to maintain its good numbers. Our Scout groupcurrently has over fifty registered members. Somecome from as far as Strathewen, Castella and Glen-burn to be a part of our group that has been deliveringquality Scouting and great opportunities and memoriesto the youth of the Kinglake district for over thirty yearswithout a break.Thinking of Joining?

If you are interested in joining as a Cub, Scout or Ven-turer, or you are an adult looking for a rewarding outletas a leader or an assistant please contact:Group Leader Ray Bartlam. Phone: 5786 1529 or byemail [email protected] If would like to find out more about Scouting visitwww.vicscouts.asn.au
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.vicscouts.asn.au/http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/http://www.vicscouts.asn.au/mailto:[email protected]

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Remembrance ServiceWednesday 8th December at 7.30pmApproaching Christmas can be a time of sadness for

some as we remember those who are no longer with us.

All are welcome to join us for a service to reflect on

loved ones and friends.

Kinglake West Uniting Church1050 Main Road,

Kinglake West

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Flowerdale Sports Club Inc.

Are seeking the services of an

independent Contract Cleaner(must have ABN)

For the Springvalley Recreation Reserve

ClubRoom.(approx. 2hrs per F/Night)

Must supply equipment & cleaning products.

Interested person(s) please contact

Wally Moore

578014350403139450

For a summary of duties

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 17TH DEC.

2010

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Yea Lightns Up for Christmas

There is nothing like a hand-made Christmas decoration to raise the spirits and bring to mind the peace and good-will that we can allfeel at this time of year. Yeas Christmas decorations have been dwindling over recent years and the community agreed that some-thing needed to be done. The Yea Business Tourism Association agreed to assist in the display, the Yea & District Memorial Hospitalagreed to fund and coordinate the project and the community resoundingly agreed to participate and the Lightn Up Yea project wasfounded.

Various community groups, schools and Rosebank Hostel and Nursing Home have been busily making beautiful lantern decorationsover the past month. These will adorn the shops for the month of Christmas. Of an evening they will be lit up with LED tea-lights andwill twinkle through the night. Most of the businesses in Yea have agreed to participate so the display will be truly a community effort.

The Yea & District Memorial Hospital sees this as an opportunity to promote health and wellbeing in the community. Bridget Clarke,the new Community Health and Wellbeing Development Officer at the hospital, agrees this ticks all the boxes. It is a positive projectwith a positive message; if we work together we can achieve great things. We can link the community to promote art, promote localspending, increase physical activity, increase opportunities for reflection and connect diverse groups in a common cause.

Ms Clarke was also keen to point out the project was very much a group effort, I have been privileged to see this come together,she said. Group leaders, participants and local businesses have all been so accommodating. Now we get to enjoy our efforts andYea now has a very impressive Christmas display.

Lightn Up Yea begins at 5pm Wednesday night the 1st of December and continues through to December 25 th. Be sure to promenadeall the shops, the hospital and the library to see the decorations at their best and see if you can spot the work of someone you know.

Emily Gilbert from Highlands Primary School putting the finishing touches on her Christmas lantern

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Advertisement/Public Notice/MediaReleases

Council supports Flowerdale locality

A community wish to have a single locality and postcode for the Flowerdale and Hazeldene locality has been supported byMurrindindi Shire Council.

Councils support will now see Council officers make an approach to Australia Post to amend a single postcode for the area.

Mayor Peter Beales said there was overwhelming support for the single locality.

It was the residents of Flowerdale and Hazeldene who approached Council to facilitate the process of the change. To supporttheir wishes Council staff undertook a survey of residents and the feedback has shown more than 85 per cent of respondentshave supported the Flowerdale locality, Cr Beales said.

Our decision to support the locality can be best summed up in the consultation feedback where residents said a single locali tyand postcode would provide greater unity and a more cohesive community as well as eliminate the current confusion withservice providers and emergency service authorities.

Ambulance Victoria, Office of Geographic Names, Emergency Services and Telecommunications Authority have supportedthe concept dependent on Australia Post agreeing to a single postcode.

Importantly we have started the process that was initiated by the community to have a single locality and we will continue t okeep residents informed of Councils actions in this matter.

We will be making strong representations to Australia Post to ensure that they are aware of the communitys support andfeelings towards meeting the single town and postcode objective.

If Australia Post approves a single postcode, the Office of Geographic Names will be informed and a further opportunity will bepresented to residents to comment on the plan as part of the name changing process.

Cr Beales said further options would be explored if Australia Post did not support the concept.

We have to go through a process that will ensure that we do not leave emergency services confused by any changes thatcould impact on such services, Cr Beales said.

There is certainly a push from the community have the change ratified immediately, but we do need to follow proceduresbecause of the number of services the change could impact.

When it comes to the Great Victorian Bike Ride the Yeatownship has extended its participation by not only gearingup in striving to take the honour as the rides most welcomingtown, but 22 of its finest students will also take part in theevent thanks to the Community Recovery Fund.

Murrindindi Shire Council Mayor Peter Beales said the fundprovided a wonderful opportunity for the students toparticipate and enjoy the camaraderie associated with theride.

The students will make great ambassadors for our shire, CrBeales said.

This is a great opportunity for Council to thank the Yea,Eildon and Marysville communities for their commitmenttowards this major event that will have some great long-termbenefits in promoting our shire as a great place to visit.

More than 5000 riders and 500 support staff will visit Eildon,Yea and Marysville as part of this years ride, hitting the shireon Friday (Dec 3).

There is a real sense of support for this event, with each ofour towns striving to give competitors a great experience.

The Community Recovery Fund allocation has subsidisedentry fees, provided transport options to the starting andfinishing points and helped with the cost of cycling attire.

Funds put push into students riding campaign

The students uniforms will be a great endorsement for Yeaand our shire. I wish them well.

Students, teachers and support staff taking part are: JasonDonnelly, Jim Phelan, Leigh Redding, Nicola Carpenter, AlexRumble, Lisa Schaeffer, Emily Oliver, Darcey Pell, LisaSchaeffer, Nicola White, Hamish Stares, Kate McMaster,Chelsea Spagnolo, Xavier O'Dwyer, Jack Sundblom, CallumO,Connor, Kate Stobie, Morgan Cassell Sam Morgan,Jacquiline Burnett, Zach Pell, , James Walsh, Andrew Martin,Alan Pell, Tom ODwyer, Sandra Rumble, David Stares,Andrew Toohey and Martin Lowe.

The Community Recovery Fund is supported by the AustralianGovernment and the Department of Planning and CommunityDevelopment and administered by Murrindindi Shire Council. Itsupports projects assisting youth activities, restoring communityspace, improving communications and recording historyassociated with the 2009 bushfires.

To date more than $100,000 has been allocated across theshire.

Photo: Mayor Peter Bealesjoins some of the Yea HighSchool contingent ready totackle the Great VictorianBike Ride.

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War on weeds needs everyones support

Significant spring rain has created the perfect growing conditions for noxious weeds across Murrindindi Shire andlandowners and homeowners are asked to be vigilant when it comes to eradicating these exotic escapees.

Councils Climate Change and Natural Environment Portfolio spokesperson Cr Sally Abbott Smith said the on-set of

blooms of purple - Patersons Curse, yellow - Cape Broom and English Broom and the discovery locally of one ofAustralias worst weed of national significance Chilean needle grass has prompted the call to action.

For the last two seasons Council has been proactive in combating weeds across the shire. Murrindindi Shire Councilhas been working with the Catchment Management Authority and Department of Primary Industry and Upper GoulburnLandcare Network to get best value for money to support this war on weeds, Sue McNair Environment Project Officersaid.

Murrindindi Shire Council is involved in a joint project with Benalla and Greater Shepparton Councils to map and treatChilean Needle Grass within threatened Grassy Woodlands of the Greater Murray Catchment.

The Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority was successful in securing a grant through the AustralianGovernments Caring for our Country program for this collaborative project.

Cr Abbott Smith said while Patersons Curse was easily identifiable with its mass of purple flowers, Chilean needle grasswas not and it was important that people took the time to identify this weed and to take appropriate steps to eradicate it.

Chilean needle grass, a perennial grass native to South America, can be confused with several native grasses andnow, when its flowering, is the best time to identify it. It is extremely important to make the correct identification so thatour native grasses are not inadvertently destroyed, Cr Abbott Smith said.

Chilean needle grass is related to serrated tussock (Nassella trichotoma)but it is considered one of our countrysworst weeds because of its invasiveness, its potential to spread very rapidly and its economic and environmentalimpacts. Chilean needle grass affects both sown and native pastures.

Chilean needle grass is very similar in appearance flowers purplish, to the native spear grass (Austrostipa). However,it can be identified by the raised collar or corona at the join of the seed body and the awn. It also has a distinctive tuft ofhairs at the junction of the leaf blade and the leaf sheath. Our native spear grasses lack these features.

Cr Abbott Smith said Council was willing to support landholders in their efforts to identify noxious weeds.

I encourage you to call Councils Environment Project Officer Sue McNair at Murrindindi Shire Council on 5772 0702.

Not only will Sue help with identification, she is also undertaking an important mapping project that is specificallytargeting Chilean needle grass. Mapping of infestation areas will allow key agencies such as Council and theDepartment of Primary Industries to work towards containment and ultimately eradication of this emerging weed, CrAbbott Smith said.

Further identification and management information is available at www.dpi.vic.gov.au.

Photographs:

Chilean needle grass seed: This picture shows an individual seed (which can be pulled from a spikelet-whenflowering). The distinctive red 'collar' around the seed is characteristic of Chilean Needle Grass and can be used todistinguish Chilean Needle Grass from other spear grasses some of which look very similar toChilean Needle Grass

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Flower cluster: This picture showsthe inflorescence (flower cluster)which consists of individual flower-ing units called spikelets.

Chilean needle grass in Murrindindi

Cr Sally Abbott Smith says the war on weeds needseveryones support. She is pictured with PattersonsCurse which is growing throughout the shire
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Co-ordinator Environmental Programs

In seeking to strengthen its environmental focus, the Council has created an exciting opportunity foran enthusiastic, experienced and suitably qualified person to undertake the new role of Co-ordinatorEnvironmental Programs. The position will be responsible for developing and co-ordinating thedelivery of programs aimed at strengthening Councils environmental management practices andencouraging community awareness and participation in environmental and sustainability initiatives.

A key role of the position is to lead the implementation and continual development of CouncilsEnvironment Policy and Strategy and to provide specialist technical advice to other Council

departments.

Applications are invited from individuals who can demonstrate relevant tertiary qualifications and/orsubstantial experience in environmental science (or related discipline), community and stakeholderengagement, strategy and policy development and project and administrative management. Knowledgeof local government will be well regarded.

The position is full time, and classified Band 7 under the Victorian Local Authorities Award. Theposition is based in Alexandra. A position description is available from Councils websitewww.murrindindi.vic.gov.au or by contacting Tara Carter on 5772 0333. Applications should bemarked Confidential Co-ordiantor Environmental Programs and addressed to Michael

Chesworth, General Manager Sustainability, PO Box 138 Alexandra VIC 3714. Applications close5pm on Wednesday 8 December 2010. The position is expected to commence in mid to lateJanuary 2011.
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PLEASE NOTE CHILDCARE AVAILABLE FOR

WORKSHOPS:

IF YOU REQUIRECHILD CARE ON

NIGHTS OF

WORKSHOPS INFLOWERDALE PLEASE

PHONE FLOWERDALECOMMUNITY HOUSE

5780 2664

Murrindindi Shire CouncilEconomic Development Strategy 2011 2015

Attention - Business Owners and Operators

Online Business Survey

If you own or operate a business in Murrindindi you are encouraged to complete the online business survey.

The business survey has been developed as part of the process to create the Murrindindi Economic Development Strat-egy 2011 - 2015.

The information gathered from individual businesses will remain strictly confidential. Only aggregated data will be usedin the final report.

To access the online survey:1. Log onto www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au2. Select Business Development from the left hand menu3. Click on the Murrindindi Economic Development Strategy Business Survey icon4. Complete the survey - a 20 to 30 minute block of time should be enough

For more information telephone Kelly Purton, Economic Development Department on 03 5772 0318 or

email [email protected].

Help shape economic progress across Murrindindiwww.murrindindi.vic.gov.au- log on now

Survey closes 17 December, 2010
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Volunteer Drivers Wanted

We are looking for people who have a manual drivers licenceSome Spare timeA sense of humourA sense of wanting to help others to drive the Community Bus.

If this sounds like you ring Judi Pay 5772 0714 (Tues & Wed) for moreinformation

Your Health and WellbeingFrom Community Health

Water Safety Week

27 November 5 December 2010

With warmer weather just around the corner and more opportunitiesfor a cool swim in the local dam, river or at the beach it is important to stay safearound water this summer.

Water Safety Week, a key part of the state-wide Play it Safe by the Water cam-paign, will be held from Saturday 27 November Sunday 5 December 2010.

The Royal Life Saving 2010 National Drowning Report was launched on 22 Septem-ber and it held some alarming statistics. Between July 1st 2009 and June 30th 2010there were 314 drowning deaths in Australian waterways. This figure is the highestits been at any time in the last seven years and is a reversal of the long-term down-ward trend in drowning deaths.

The biggest increase in drowning (on the five year average) has occurred in lakes,dams and lagoons and more than 50 per cent of drowning deaths have happenedoutside major cities in regional areas.

Two high risk groups in the drowning statistics are children under the aged of five and people in the over 55s age group.

As younger children become more mobile they require greater supervision around water, both at home and when the family is out. Drowningin people over 55 now represents a third of all drowning deaths and people in this group need increased knowledge of the impact of healthand medication on drowning, and the need to renew lifesaving skills.

The main things to remember about water safety:Know the environment There are different safety rules for beaches, rivers, lakes and swimming pools. Beware of local water condi-

tions and weather before going swimming.

Behave SafelyObey all water safety signs, make sure someone is looking out for you and dont mix alcohol and swimming.

Learn to swim Being able to swim is an essential skill for water safety. Everybody, especially school aged children, should be taughtto swim and how to stay afloat.

More information on water safety can be found on the following websites:www.watersafety.vic.gov.au(including the 2010/11 Victorian Water Safety Guide)www.royallifesaving.com.au

Alexandra Community Health - Alexandra District Hospital - 5772 0800Yea Community Health - Yea & District Memorial Hospital phone 5736 0410
http://www.watersafety.vic.gov.au/http://www.watersafety.vic.gov.au/http://www.royallifesaving.com.au/http://www.royallifesaving.com.au/http://www.royallifesaving.com.au/http://www.watersafety.vic.gov.au/

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The Flowerdale Hotel3325 Whittlesea Yea Road Flowerdale Ph: 57801230

Merry ChristmasandHappy New Year

FromViv&Steve& allat

The Flowerdale Hotel

We will be Open Christmas DayFor Christmasdrinks only from11.30 -1pm

& CLOSEDfrom1.00pm for Family

Re opening Boxing Day

Open Mic Sunday Decembeer 5th2pmish

AcoustixSunday Decembeer 19

th

1.30 pm ish

NewYears Eve Classic Rock Band BLADE

EDDYS TOWING & TRANSPORTFREE CAR REMOVAL ALL AREAS

All non-ferrous metals*We pay up to $100 a car* more for trucks *(conditions apply)*

Melb Metro daily (MSIC) Wharf acc.

24 hours service, 7 days Trade TowingMetro/Country, Twin Car, Car CapacityCaravan Relocation, Tractor, Bobcats

Equipment (up to 5 tons)

FULL TILT TRAY SERVICE

NOW MOVING 20 FOOT CONTAINERS

Phone Eddy 0407849252 or 03579782203877 Melba Hwy, Glenburn, 3717 Fax 57978520

[email protected]

Kinglake Early Learning Centre(Murrindindi Shire Council)

Positions available for Permanentand Casual Child Care.

Open Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm.Catering for children from 0 to 6 years.

Fully Qualified Staff offeringprograms to suit the needs of children.

Special fee relief available to eligible families.Government rebate also available.

Please call Natalie or Tanya on 5786 5664to arrange your childs enrolment.

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The Flowerdale Flyer is now availableonline thanks Julie & Pete.

Go to

www.helpflowerdalenow.blogspot.com to viewback issues from July 2009

If you would to be notified of when its updated onthe website please contact

[email protected] to be added to database.

You will also be notified during the month tokeep up to date with the latest information in our

area and surrounds. An email will be sent ofwhat is new on blogspot with community events,

articles, general information in regards toBushfire Recovery.

LOCAL

TRADIES

Only $5 a month Name

Must be prepaid Expertise(leave at the Store) Phone number

Is all that isneeded

Flowerdale FlyerTradies List

And Watch the

jobs flow inContact

PAULA 5780 2027

WeWantYou

LOCAL TRADIES LIST

Cabinet MakerRenzo UkosichNew kitchens & renovations 5780 2278

CarpenterReece Warren 0418 341 507

GardeningJosh Sommersall round gardener 0438 306 616

LandscapingAlex Jones-PavescapePaving, Concreting, Bobcat Hire,Excavator, Post Holes 0409 338 130

Painting & DecoratingAdam ThomasPainter/Decorator, Roof Painting &

Pressure Cleaning 0420 991 834John KymePainter & Decorator 0418 564 851

Home: 5780 2569

Roofing PlumberTony NagelRepairs & Restoration 0439 182 677

PlastererPeter KissNew Buildings, Renovations, Repairs No JobToo Big or Too Small 0413 741 396

PlumberTom SimpsonTLS PlumbingSeptics, Water Tanks etc

0433 309 559

Mobile Library Visits:Hazeldene Bus Stop1.30 to 4.30pm 1st & 3rdThursday of month.

If you have internet access at home you canreserve books at the Yarra Plenty Regional

Library website (www.yprl.vic.gov.au) and collectthem from the Mobile Library.

ADVERTISING RATES1/16 Page $10.001/8 Page $20.001/4 Page $30.001/2 Page $45.00Full Page $90.00

Classified Ads $1 per linePersonals Free

Email the Flowerdale Community House [email protected] or post to:PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658

If you would like to contributearticles, stories and

advertising of businesses inthe Flowerdale Flyer, contact JulieBateman [email protected] orphone 0418589072 or contact the

Flowerdale Community House,[email protected] or 5780 2664

DEADLINE FOR FLOWERDALE FLYER

EDITION FEBRUARY 2011 IS TUESDAY

25TH JANUARY 2011.

PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO

JANUARY EDITION OF FLOWERDALE

FLYER

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Open Tuesday & Wednesday 10am3pm

Phone: 5780 2664



Phone: 5780 2664



Phone: 5780 2664

Whats on at your Community House?

MONDAY

YogaEvery Monday, Tutor: Libby Mitchell $10 (discounts apply, please ask at time of enrolment) 9.30-

11.30am. Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your interest by phoning

Community House.

Lighten UpWeight Loss Group designed with you in mind all welcome. Incentives, menu ideas, weigh in

from 6pm. Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your interest by phoning

Community House.

Kims Fitness and FunStay on for Fitness and Fun with Tutor: Kim from 7pm $5.

TUESDAY

All Day Morning TeaEvery Tuesday from 10-2.30pm. Come and connect with your community enjoy a

cuppa, cake and a chat, casual and relaxed atmosphere and everybody is welcome. Thanks to Grace Church.

Chi BallTutor: Gemma Wakefiled, $10 (discounts apply, please ask at time of enrolment) 10-11.30am.

Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your interest by phoning 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 with Chris, Community House.PatchworkTuesday Evenings, Cost $4 7-9pm and the first Saturday of each month from 9.30am-3.30pm

Cost $5.

WEDNESDAY

PlaygroupWednesdays from 10-12.30, $2 per family. From newborn to preschool. Please bring a piece

of fruit to share.

Art GroupA self led group from 1-3pm, bring your supplies and project to this social group.

THURSDAY

Belly DancingEach fortnight, Tutor: Kristen, Cost $10. Come and have a good laugh with us and NO you

dont need to show your belly! Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your

interest by phoning Community House.

The FlowerdaleCommunity House wouldlike to wish everyone a

Merry Christmas & HappyNew year.

Thankyou to all ourvolunteers for all the hard work and

dedication over the past year.

PLEASE NOTE: All classes will recommence at the

Flowerdale Hall as renovations are nowcompleted.

The Flowerdale Community House willbe closed from Monday 20th December2010 and will reopen Friday 4thFebruary 2011

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Phone: 5780 2664

Whats on at your Community House?FRIDAY

HairdressingFridays , 1-5pm, with Lisa McKinna. For appointments please book through Community

House (see separate flyer for price list).

Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/NaturopathyAlan, Senior Practitioner provides a truly holistic

and caring approach to personal issues and health. Appointments can be made through Community House.

Kids Music GroupFridays, 4pm. With enormous thanks to Sony Music and The Salvation Army.

Community DinnersNext dinner will be advised shortly and advertised at Store, Pub, Hall/Hub and

Recreation Reserve. Adults $5, Children $3 and under 5 are free. Club bar opens at 5.45pm. Meals are from

6-8pm. We meet at the Recreation Reserve to enjoy a meal together, all welcome. Thankyou to theongoing support from Julie Whittaker Smith, our amazing volunteer who travels from Chadstone for each

dinner. Please Note: Commencing February next year when Community Dinners resume they

will be held once a month.

SATURDAY

Japanese CookeryWill resume again next year, we wish Hiroko all the best with her recovery.

SUNDAY

Grace ChurchWant some peace in your life? Come to a Church service with a difference..... Each

fortnight next service is Sunday 12th December from 10am.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?

Life DrawingIf you would be interested in joining thisclass, please call the Community House to register yourinterest. Classes will be at 7pm in the evening (our tutorLou will advise of date shortly). Cost $10.

Flowerdale Seniors GroupCome in and help developthe exciting Calendar of events for the year of activities(anyone over 55 welcome to join). Come in on Tuesdaymornings to help with planning with Trish, Max, Judy andJan.

Physical Activity Group For over 55s an excitingrange of classes are planned with Rickie Nuske includingThi Chi, Yoga, Pilates, walking strength training, aerobicsetc... Please come and get involved, begins shortly andall sessions free of charge.

Ladies Chainsaw ClassesDue to popular demandanother series of workshops will commence next year.Enormous thanks to Peter Auty. Please call Communityto register your interest.

Mens Cooking Classes All Ages. Please callCommunity House to register your interest.

Hip Hop DancingTutor Chevy. Please call CommunityHouse to register your interest.

SERVICES

Community BusTo hire the community buscontact 0418589072 for prices & details.

Op ShopCall in and have a browse you maypick up a bargain. Volunteers are alwaysneeded so if you have a spare few hours pleasecall the Community House.

Flowerdale Food ShareThanks to theongoing partnership with Berry Street and the Victorian Food Bank. Phone Alison Dyson orcome and speak with Odette.

FirewoodIf you are in desperate need offirewood, please call the Community House.

Annie on UGFMEach Saturday Morning at9.30am on 88.9/98.9UGFM. Annie gives the

Flowerdale Report, Good Morning Murrindindiand has a wide listening audience.

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Ambulance 000

Bee Swarm Removal 0400 337 556

Berry Street 5772 3383

Beyond Blue 1300 224 636

Bushfire Building Advice Line 1300 360 320

Bushfire Case Management Service 1800 050 400

CFA Emergency 000

Consumer Affairs Victoira 1300 558 181DHS Child Protection 1800 650 227

(After Hours) 13 12 78

DHS Hub (Leanne Pleash) 5780 2704

Dial Before you Dig 1100

DoctorYea 5736 0444

Direct LineDrug & Alcohol Counselling 1800 888 236

Flowerdale Community House (Hall) 5780 2664

Flowerdale Hotel 5780 1230

Flowerdale Kindergarten 5780 2020

Flowerdale Primary School 5780 1264

Hazeldene Store 5780 1202

Grace ChurchFlowerdale 0434357730

Griefline (12noon-Midnight) 9596 7799

Help for Wildlife 0417 380 687

HospitalYea 5736 0400

Housing for people with drug/alcohol issues 5784 5555

Insurance Ombudsman 1300 728 228

Kids Help Line 1800 551 800

Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House 5786 1301

Lands Titles 8636 2026

Lifeline 13 11 14

JP (Lyn Gunter) 5780 2382

(G Atkins) 5786 2038

(K Stewart) 5786 1557

Maternal & Child Health Emergency (AH) 1800 134 883

Mensline 1300 789 978

Mental Health Advice Line 1300 280 737Mitchell Community Health Services 1300 773 352

Murrindindi Shire Council

Alexandra 5772 0333

Yea 5797 2209

Kinglake 5786 1522

Home Based Child Care 5772 0362

Aged Care Services 5772 0360

Local Law Emergencies * 0419 572 425

Engineering Emergencies * 0407 509 413

Local Law Enforcement 5772 0333

*These numbers must only be used in the case of an

emergency. If matter is not urgent please contact MSC during

office hours.

Nurse-On-Call 1300 606 024Office of Housing (Seymour DHS) 1800 680 694

Open Family Youth Outreach Worker 0417 160 598

PoliceKinglake 5786 1333

Yea 5797 2630

Emergency 000

Poisons Information 13 11 26

Red Cross REDiPlan 8327 7700

Regional Information & Advocacy Council 1800 221 944

Relationships Australia 1300 364 277

Rural Financial Counselling Service 5735 4342

Rural Housing Network 5735 2000

SES 13 25 00

TRU Energy Power Failure 13 17 99

VetYea 5797 2333

COMMUNITY, AGENCY & EMERGENCY CONTACT

NUMBERSFLOWERDALE COUNTRY FIRE AUTHORITY

Captain: Glenn WoodsStation: 5780 2179Meets: 7.30pm 1st Tuesday of Month

Emergency: 000

Training: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the monthat 9am

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HIRE THEFLOWERDALE COMMUNITY

BUS??????

For details & costs phone0418 589 072

FlowerdaleCommunity Service Hub

Opening Hours

The Flowerdale Community Service Hub is

now open on the following days:

Monday: 10am4pmTuesday: 10am4pmWednesday 10am4pmThursday: CLOSEDFriday: 10am4pmSaturday: CLOSEDSunday: CLOSED

Please Note: The Services Hub has now

moved from the portable building into their

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