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Committee Office Holders:
President: Heather Buttler
Secretary: Noelene Cahill
Treasurer: Jack Janssen 53461301
Editors: Sue Kirby 53461270
Sallie Inwood 53461554
Reporters: Sallie Inwood 53461554
Jo Sibbison 53461301
Accounts: Jack Janssen 53461301
Email: [email protected]
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Deadline: 15th of the month apart from De-
cember.
First publication of the year is February.
How to submit:
Send articles via our email address:
or at one of the following:
• Rokewood Takeaway
57 Ferrars Street, Rokewood
• Box 14, Dereel Hall, Dereel
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publish articles considered inappropriate.
The views expressed in this Newsletter are not
necessarily those of the Rokewood & District
Newsletter Committee.
A Note From The Editors
It’s late Winter coming into early Spring and there are signs of
flowers coming out everywhere. Bulbs are coming up , trees are in
blossom and we’ve had plenty of rain. It’s time for the body to
wake up too. Get out there and join the walkers, start doing more
in the garden (there are plenty of weeds to pull up). Get moving.
Go to Tai chi or Chi Ball, or just take the dog for a walk. Enjoy the
mild weather and be happy.
Sallie Inwood and Sue Kirby Editors
Rokewood Newsletter
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After Hours GP Helpline
1800 022 222
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ROKEWOOD MEN’S SHED
Rokewood Men’s Shed meet weekly on Tuesday’s from
10am – 4pm.
It is a great opportunity to meet and chat over a “cuppa” and/or to work
on projects in the company of other men. Work can vary from the con-
struction of items such as small toys, garden pot hangers, coat hangers to
larger items such as small tables, raised garden beds, sandpit and commu-
nity notice board.
Assisting in the Community Health Veggie Garden is another aspect of
Men’s Shed work.
The shed is facilitated by Hesse Rural Health Service and is located at the
back of the Rokewood Community Health Centre in Rokewood. Hesse Rural
Health Service is a community based, non-profit organisation and have
made the shed available and accessible to all men in Rokewood and sur-
rounding communities.
The primary focus of the shed is the provision of a safe, friendly, inclusive
environment where men can meet, talk and work on projects at their own
pace and in the company of other men, as well as contributing to the wider
community.
For further information contact: Jen McLean (Health Promotion Of-
ficer) – 0437 085 496
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Coffee
Newspapers
Groceries
Fuel
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The Dereel Men’s Shed
[Ladies welcome]
Open 10am-3pm Wednesdays
Thursdays and sat 10am-12
At 14 Swamp Road, Dereel
We invite you to see what we’ve got, see what we do
and see what tool mysteries we can unravel for you.
Don’t know how to change a spark plug, put new blades
on a mower, change a washer or a leaky tap, use an
electric drill or saw, clean a paint roller easily etc. then
come and see what you can learn, make or
practice in our great shed.
Or, if you have any other tool or how to do it challenges
we will endeavor to find someone who can help you.
Please call Gordon Smith Phone 0448 843 426 or Dereel
Men’s Shed 9021 9307 if you have something specific.
Or just come visit us for a free cuppa and a chat.
CHI BALL
MONDAY NIGHTS
ROKEWOOD GOLF CLUB
6PM –7PM
$4.00
Contact Sallie Inwood
0411152673
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CFA
Rokewood CFA……………………………………………………………. 000
Peter Clifton……………………………………………… Ph. 53461 203
Dereel CFA………………………………………………………………….. 000
Captain R Hill………………………………….……… Ph 0451532531
Rokewood Junction CFA
R Hadler…………………………………………………. Ph. 0408 422 357
POLICE
Rokewood Police Station…………………......... Ph. 53461 342
POLICE……………………………………………….……………………….. 000
Crime Stoppers……………………………………………. 1800 333 000
C.E.R.T
Emergencies Only……………………………..………………………… 000
INFORMATION
Kids Help line…………………………………….…....Ph. 1800 551 800
Nurse On Call………………………………….……....Ph. 1300 606 024
Life Line……………………………………………………….... Ph. 13 11 14
Men’s Line………………………………………….….. Ph. 1300 789 978
Beyond Blue………………………………………..... Ph. 1300 224 636
Relationships Australia…………………….…….. Ph. 1300 364 277
Drug & Alcohol counselling…………………..…Ph. 1800 888 236
SES emergency………………………………………..….... Ph. 13 25 00
Poisons Information……………………………………..…Ph. 13 11 26
Power Failure……………………………………………..…. Ph. 13 24 12
Shire A.H. Emergency…………………………….. Ph. 0408 508 635
Ranger……………………………… Ph. 52207 111 or 0409 830 223
Library Van……………………………………………..….. Ph. 52726 010
Reading Hotline……………………………………… Ph. 1300 655 506
Cemetery Trust……………………………..……………. Ph. 53461 260
Rokewood/ Corindhap Community Coordinators
Anne Clifton, Joanne Griffith, Peter Clifton, Josh Terry
………………………………………………………………. Ph. 1300 363 036
Dereel Community Coordinators
Check with Council…………………………………. Ph. 1300 363 036
Cape Clear Community Coordinators
………………………………………………………………. Ph. 1300 363 036
Golden Plains Shire
Email (shire): [email protected]
Web (GPS): www.goldenplains.vic.gov.au
2 Pope St. Bannockburn…………………………. Ph. 1300 363 036
………………………………………………………..…………. Ph. 52207 111
……………………………………………………………….…. Fax: 52207 100
Roads & Works…………………………………………… Ph. 52207 111
Susses St Linton……………………………………..…… Ph. 53446 444
LOCAL COUNCILLOR
Helena Kirby (Rokewood)………………………BH/Ph. 53461 233
……………………………………………………………..AH/Ph. 53461 317
Email: [email protected]
LOCAL HALLS
Dereel Bookings
Golden Plains Shire……………………………………. Ph. 53207 111
Dereel Hall (When in use) .……………………….. Ph. 53461
521
Corindhap Hall
Joanne Griffith……………………………… …………… Ph. 53461 259
Rokewood Hall
Nic Griffith…………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 355
Illabrook Hall
G. McKenzie………………………………………………. Ph. 53422 265
CHURCHES
Rokewood Uniting
J. Carr………………………………………………….……… Ph. 53461 252
Rokewood Catholic
Noelene Cahill……………………………………………. Ph. 53461 220
CEMETERY
H. Buttler……………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 260
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Rokewood Health Services (Hesse)
………………………………………… Ph. 52671 280 or 0429 182 209
Hesse Health Centre
………………………………………………………………….. Ph. 52671 280
………………………………………………………….……… Fax: 53461 510
Email: [email protected]
District Nurse Mobile…………………………… Ph. 0429
182 209
Community Health Mobile………………….. Ph. 0429 381
712
Immunisation Clinic
Held on the 1st Tuesday of each month
9:30am to 10.00am
Maternal & Child Health Nurse………………… Ph. 52671
280
Dereel Health Promotion………………………….. Ph. 53461 521
Dereel’s Men’s Shed
Gordon Smith…………………………………….Ph.0448843426
Rokewood Men’s Shed
C/o HESSE Health……………………..……………….. Ph. 52671 280
COMMUNITY
Community Bus Hire
Transport Hire……………………………………………. Ph. 52207 144
Golden Plains Shire…………………………… Ph. 1300 363 036
COMMUNITY PAGES
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CLUBS
Rokewood Golf Club
Viv Bath………………….…………………………………… Ph. 53461 315
Rokewood Tennis Club
Gwen Mills
Rokewood Karate
Peter Dunstan………………………………………… Ph. 0409 850 419
AusKick
Adam Walton……………………………………………… Ph. 53461 118
Rokewood Corindhap Football Netball Club
M. Stephens…………………………………………... Ph. 0407 841 924
Rokewood Cricket Club
P. Wells………………………………………………..… Ph. 0417 668 676
Rokewood Junior Cricket
P. Wells………………………………………………….. Ph. 0417 668 676
Cressy Lawn Bowls
…………………………………………………………………… Ph. 52388 334
BUSINESSESS
Rokewood Takeaway
Helena Kirby………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 233
Rokewood Post Office
H. Kirby………………………………………………….…… Ph. 53461 542
Cape Clear Store
Joanne………………………………………………….…….. Ph. 53422 200
Western Plains Motors
Anton Parrot`…………………………………..…………. Ph. 53461 223
Rokewood Hotel
Wendy & Brett…..……………..……………………….. Ph. 53461 242
Little Hard Hills Hotel
Sharon & Fred…………………………………………….. Ph. 53420 617
Cape Clear Hotel
……..……………………………………………………………. Ph. 53422 210
Golden Plains Miner...………Ph. 53424 796 or 0408 317 617
SCHOOLS
Rokewood Primary School
Ben Cook...…………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 394
Rokewood Kindergarten
Megan Young……………………………………………… Ph. 53461 276
Rokewood Occasional Care
Gina Gandolfo…………………………………………….. Ph. 53461 276
Rokewood Playgroup
Josie.………………………………………………………….. Ph. 52671 200
Napoleons Primary School
……..……………………………………………………………. Ph. 53420 414
Cape Clear Primary School
……..……………………………………………………………. Ph. 53422 252
COMMUNITY GROUPS
Rokewood Land Care
J. Carr……….……………………………………………… Ph. 53461 252
Woady Yaloak Catchment Group
…………………………………..…….Ph. 53388 549 or 0407 331 720
Rokewood Recreation Reserve
Nic Griffith…………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 335
Rokewood R.S.L
Brian Dingley………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 472
Leigh Senior Citizens
Gwen Mills…………………………………………………. Ph. 53461 450
Rokewood Lagoon
Jay Griffith………………………..…………………… Ph. 0407 651 768
Rokewood & District Newsletter
Sue Kirby 53461270 ……Sallie Inwood…. Ph. 53461554
Email: [email protected]
Woady Yaloak Historical Society...………. Ph. 53428 754
Cape Clear Historical Society
Elizabeth Donavan……………………………………. Ph. 53422 23
Elder Park……………………..……..………………. Ph. 1300 363 036
Corindhap Recreation Reserve
Neil Wells……………………………………………….….. Ph. 53461 334
Scrapbooking & Craft Group
Heather Buttler………………..………………………… Ph. 53461 260
Rokewood Walking Group
Gwen Mills………………………………….…………….. Ph. 53416 450
Dereel Community Centre……..…………………. Ph. 53461 521
Art in Dereel Lisa Ph 0414895020
Glynis Ph 0438150256
Dereel Walking Group………………..…………….. Ph. 53461 521
Dereel Community Garden
Kim Stanley……….……………………………… Ph. 0438461133
Dereel History & Heritage
Julie Donaghy………………………………………….…. Ph. 53461 544
Golden Plains Library……………..……………. Ph. 0407050844
Planned Activity Group & Sunset Club
(older Members of the Community & Older Men’s club)
………………………………….……………..…………… Ph. 1300 363 036
……………………………………………………….…………. Ph. 52207 111
Rokewood Tip
Sunday 9am—12pm
Closed Total Fire Ban Days
COMMUNITY PAGES
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BAD BOY
By Frank Gartlan
Bad Boy Ziggy and his band called Zok
Played a kind of Rock that was meant to shock.
They played with zest and very little talent
Doing things on stage that were far from gallant.
They smashed up guitars and kicked in the lights
Insulting the fans and starting lots of fights.
The band kept on rocking, adding to the buzz
The there were sirens and in came the “Fuzz”.
Brandishing batons they charged into the blue
The staff and the bouncers joined in too.
The joint was jumping in this free for all
With all these people just having a ball.
The cops were winning, in an arresting style
Marching out prisoners in single file.
All went well till some fans in a rage
Hotted things up by burning the stage
The place burnt down with the crowd looking on
And they never found the culprits ‘cos they were gone.
For a moral to this story I suppose it can be said
That life is much safer if you stay home in bed.
But to try something different go and join the flock
And see Bad Boy Ziggy and his band called ZOK!
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MY STORY
By Heather Buttler
As a child I grew up in Rokewood Junction, the eldest of three
girls.
As children we spent a lot of time on our bikes, exploring under
the railway line, in the culverts looking for birds’ nests, climbing
trees and eating the gum, fishing with Dad, cooking with Mum and
playing in our cubby house.
As Mum was one of fourteen we always had lots of cousins to play
with. I had a wonderful childhood which I treasure to this day.
My parents had orchards and ran Merino sheep’ I remember
walking into the packing shed and the small of the apples, peach-
es, pears, plums and apricots being delicious.. I sometimes sized
the apples to be sent to Ballarat and around the local area.
I attended Illabrook State School which was a small school. Our
teacher was Mr. Colin Albon. I went on to attend High School in
Ballarat which was a big shock, coming from a small rural school.
I played hockey and my favourite subjects were cookery and sew-
ing.
After High School I got a job at Thomas Jewelers as a sign writer.
I then got a teller position at the Commercial Bank in Rokewood,
which is now the Hesse Rural Health Centre.
I married Laurence Buttler and we had four children. We ran a
farm at Corindhap for forty two years, before we retired into
Rokewood seven years ago.
I spend my time in the garden, volunteering at the Rokewood So-
cial Support Group, The Breaky Club and Farm Walks. I also at-
tend the Craft Group, am President of the Newsletter and Ceme-
tery Committees.
Best of all I get more time now to spend with our nine grand chil-
dren, grandson-in-law and out gorgeous great granddaughter.
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SINGING GROUP
Anybody interested in forming a local singing group for en-
joyment contact Sue Kirby on 53461 270 or Sallie Inwood
on 53461554 or leave a message in the jar at the Roke-
wood Takeaway
LOCAL FARMER IN A BIT OF STRIFE
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DEVILS KITCHEN
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MEDIA RELEASE
Having a say about litter and illegal dumping in our region Grampians Central West Waste and Resource Recovery Group is currently preparing a regional litter plan for the Grampians Central West region. The community are invited to participate in a survey that seeks to find out people’s views, concerns and priorities about litter and illegal dumping across the region. ‘We have done a lot of work to identify a range of problematic areas across the region including the Western Highway, wayside stops, parks and recreation areas and bushland,’ explains La Vergne Lehmann, Executive Officer, Grampians Central West WRRG, ‘But we also know that the community and community groups need to have a say in how we look to tackle the problem of litter and illegal dumping in the region. The results of the survey will help in the development of a Regional Litter and Illegal Dumping Plan that will include a range of actions to tackle the top five identified priorities in the region. People will have until midnight on Monday 5 August to complete the online survey. The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete, is confidential and anonymous and
individual responses will be collated and analysed as group data. As an incentive,
participants can provide their email address (which is kept separate to the survey
responses) to enter a draw to win one of four $50 gift cards. The survey can be found at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/regionallitterplan
The Grampians Central West region covers 12 council areas including Moorabool, Hepburn, Ballarat, Central Goldfields, Pyrenees, Ararat, Golden Plains, Northern Grampians, Horsham, Hindmarsh, Yarriambiack and West Wimmera. Residents from all these council areas are invited to participate.
‘I strongly encourage Grampians Central West residents to complete the survey and share their thoughts on areas such as litter hotspots, how illegal dumping may have impacted on them, the ease at which littering and illegal dumping can be reported and any ideas they may have on litter prevention.’ Says La Vergne, ‘We are also keen to understand some of the great volunteer work that already happens in cleaning up litter and how that can be better supported.’
The results of the survey will be shared with stakeholders across the region as the regional plan is developed over the next 2 months.
More information on the development of the Regional Litter and Illegal Dumping Plan can
be found at www.recyclingrevolution.com.au/regionallitterplan.
Funding to develop the regional plan is provided by the Victorian Government. The plan and action plan will be used to apply for external funding as it becomes available.
Media Enquiries La Vergne Lehmann, Executive Officer Email: [email protected] Phone:0409874805
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NAIDOC WEEK
At the beginning of NAIDOC week a few members of the Rokewood commu-
nity went to the flag raising ceremony at BADAC in Ballarat. This was fol-
lowed by a long trek to the cemetery where, by the side of King Billy’s
[Mullawallah’s] grave, a smoking ceremony was held which weall participated
in, as Peter Lovett played the didgeridoo. This was followed by the reading of
a very moving poem. An Elder person laid a wreath at the grave side and we
all returned to BADAC for Soup, sandwiches and cup cakes iced with black,
red and yellow decorations. There was also a huge slice in the shape of a
platypus covered in chocolate icing. It was a very interesting and enjoyable
morning that we were privileged to participate in. We also listened to a
speech about a Treaty with Victoria Aboriginals and the Victorian Govern-
ment. Awards were presented to various members of the aboriginal commu-
nity.
On the following Wednesday there was an open day at the show grounds
where there were displays of music, dancing weaving and basketmaking
along with lots of market stalls and information about various service availa-
ble to the community. A great day was held to celebrate National Aborigines
and slanders Day Observance Committee.
Local community Groups Last month, 4 members of the Rokewood walking group took some “Blessing
Bags” to Uniting Care for the homeless and needy.. This was followed by cof-
fee and completing the Heritage walk along Lydiard Street. Very interesting
and a good work out. On returning to the town centre awe had lunch at Kid-
dlety’s café in the Art Gallery.
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Leigh Seniors had a fish and chip lunch at their last get together, which was
enjoyed by about 12 members. This was followed by a demonstration of a
sheep collection and some facts and figures about sheep in general. New
members always welcome.
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The Rokewood Walking Group
Tuesday mornings at 9am
Come and walk around the town and then
share a cuppa and morning tea and lots of
friendly chatter.
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Canleigh Contracting Service
SPRAYING– Gorse, blackberries, spineyrush, etc
FENCING– Rural and domestic
SLASHING– blocks etc
HAY– small squares and round
No job too big or small
Quotes:
Phone: Geoff m. 0458 217 459 h. 5346
1259
Jo m. 0429 461 259
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Rokewood Catholic
Church
Mass Times
10.30am on the
3rd Sunday of each month.
Uniting Church Worship Services
Rokewood Uniting Church
First Sunday Of The Month 9.00 am
Rokewood Jim de Jong
Further enquires John Carr 53461252
Uniting Church in Australia
Presbytery of Barwon
WESTERN RURAL REGION
Beeac, Birregurra/Forrest,
Cressy, Rokewood, Warrion
Everyone is welcome.
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178 Years of Service
1839 – 2017
Area Sales Manager Sean Simpson 0418 320 335
Livestock Manager Graeme Nicholson 0419 303 141
Livestock Sales Marty Gleeson 0417 568 809
District Wool Manager Elliot Lindley 0409 504 709
Real Estate – Rural Bram Gunn 0400 683 222
Insurance Stephen Crane 0408 137 229
Merchandise Manager Matt Crosier 0419 039 683
Agronomist Mick Walsh 0408 980 433
Diana George 0437 747 098
District Banking Manager Craig Cleary 0427 857 302
District Banking Manager Matt Soul 0408 744 738
DEREEL HALL FOR HIRE
The newly refurbished Soldiers Memorial Hall, Kitchen, Meeting
Room and Community
Centre are available for hire from Integratedliving Australia.
(previously BDNH Group)
The facilities are available for community groups and new groups
and events are very welcome. The space is also ideal for private
functions such as parties, weddings and dances.
For further information please contact:
Dereel community centre : 5346 1521
Integratedliving Australia 1300 782896
Email: [email protected]
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Services We Offer:
Money Orders,
Post bill paying services,
Car registrations,
Water bills,
Phone bills,
Rates,
Taxation,
Load and Go,
Tab accounts,
Pre Paid Phone and internet credit,
Gift Cards,
Photo Copying and Fax facilities
Banking Services:
Deposits,
withdrawals,
Account enquiries,
Cheque deposits.
Extensive range of
postage packaging, including :
Parcel Post, Express Post, Boxes, Envelopes
etc.
Merchandise For Sale:
Giftware,
Magazines
Newspapers,
Greeting Cards,
Wrapping Paper,
A huge range of stationary,
Flash drives (USB Sticks),
External Hard Drives,
Pre Paid Mobile Phones,
Digital Cameras,
Toys
and many other nick nacKs.
57A FERRARS ST ROKEWOOD 333O
PH: 03 5346 1542 FAX: 03 5346 1542
Open MONDAY- FRIDAY 9.00AM TO 5.00PM, SATURDAY 8.00AM TO 10.00AM
ROKEWOOD POST OFFICE AND
LAZY PAWSE
BOARDING KENNELS AND CATTERY
Call Natalie for all enquiries
64 McKays Lane Corindhap
Phone 0407 317 297
Fully insulated brick kennels with shaded
individual runs and grassland exercise ar-
eas in a safe and secure environment. Secure and com-
fortable indoor cat enclosures.
INSPECTIONS WELCOME
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I.SCOTT & SONS
WATER CARTAGE
DOMESTIC
ROAD WATERING
SWIMMING POOLS
GARDEN TANKS
ROB : 0417 587 064
MOBILE: 0408 095 905
LOCAL PLASTERER
DF PLASTER *Located in Dereel
*Free Quotes
*Local Prices
*Small patches to complete houses
*All renovation work
*We can supply and/or hang and/or stop
(finish)
*Wet and Dry areas
*No job too big or small
*Over 20 years’ experience
*Residential and commercial work
*Will travel to ALL areas ABN: 66 978 330 968
CALL DAN :0438 899 992 *We have very little mobile reception at home/afterhours Email: [email protected]
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ROKEWOOD
CRAFT GROUP
Come along each Monday
Between 11am and 3pm.
We do
scrapbooking,
Knitting and any other craft.
Or just drop in for a chat and cuppa
at Rokewood
Community Health
Centre
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COMPUTER PROBLEMS
Call Tim Marsh 0414 674 035
Able to sort out your computer problems
and set up to your personal
satisfaction
LOCAL RENOVATIONS AND
REPAIRS
Bathroom repairs
Home renovations
No job too small
Competitive prices
Corindhap and surrounds
Call Paul 0409 406 327
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CHILDREN’S COLOURING