Village Voice Newsletter - October 2015 4.9 MB PDF file

ISSUE 42 October 2015
47th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Stephen Merrylees,
Board President
Kerri Rivett
CEO
The 47th Annual General Meeting of Shepparton Villages was held at the
Tarcoola Activity Centre on Tuesday 20th October 2015. The evening
was a huge success and all present found it both fun and informative.
The new Rules of Shepparton Village were adopted, along with the
Annual Report and Financial Report for the year 2014-2015. Kerri
Rivett, CEO, provided a brief overview of the new Hakea Building
development and shared her vision, passion and excitement for the
project. Residents are keenly awaiting further updates on the progress.
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Life Member
Bruce Mactier was appointed a Life Member of Shepparton Villages in
recognition of his contributions to the Board of Shepparton Villages
between 1991 and 2002. Bruce was Chairman of the Board in 1995.
His contributions to the Board of Shepparton Villages included reducing
the board size from 20 to 12 and changing the focus of Board from
management issues to strategic planning. He was also involved in the
appointment of senior executive staff including Kevin Bertram and
Murray Burls.
Kerrie Mactier accepting Life Member Award on Bruce’s behalf
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Guest Speaker
Contents:
47th Annual General Meeting
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Life Member - Bruce Mactier
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Guest Speaker - Maree McCabe
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Staff Milestone Awards
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Staff Milestone Nominees
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Staff Awards
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Staff Award Nominees
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Rosalee Davis Retires
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Tarcoola Village
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Hakea Lodge
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Acacia House
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Men’s Shed
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Barry’s Botanics
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Rodney Park Birds
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Rodney Park Village
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Boronia House
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Grevillea Lodge
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Waratah Lodge
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Kialla Gardens Village
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Banksia Lodge
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Susie’s Snippets
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Set in Stone
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Master Mind Quiz
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Village Voice Contacts
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Thank You – Peg Walsh
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Reminder for next edition
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Quiz Answers
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Maree McCabe, Guest Speaker
The Guest Speaker for the AGM
was Maree McCabe the CEO of
Alzheimer’s Victoria.
Maree
provided a very interesting and
insightful talk on Dementia with
an overview of the types of
dementia and a prediction for
numbers of people who will be
affected by Dementia either
directly or indirectly by the year
2030.
Maree provided information on
the newly developed “Virtual
Dementia Experience” which is
available to carers and staff
working with Dementia residents
as an aid to facilitate a greater
understanding of the challenges
experienced by suffers.
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Staff Milestone Awards
Gail O’Keefe (30 years)
Murray Burls (20 years) Elaine Tepper (20 years)
The Annual Staff Milestone Awards were once again held with
the following staff being recognized.
30 years
Gail O’Keeffe
20 years
Murray Burls
Elaine Tepper
Glenda Wheeler
Karen Argus
15 years
Cynthia Burley
Valerie Ellis
Jennifer Lorenz
Kathleen Jrad
Ruth Retallack
Debrah Roden
Glenys Power
Helen Ross
Helen Norman
Shirley Botheras
Anna Luca
10 years
Vickie McInnes
Elaine Ross
Andrew Sharp
Norma Rosenow
Janice Bennett
Debbie George
Nesta Conti
Teala Williams
Marie Gullo
Lynette Wilson
Lynette Healy
Helen Barrett
Jennifer Nogare
Gayle Lohse
Helen Lee
Maureen Candy
Louise Dalton
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STAFF AWARDS
2015 saw the introduction of Staff Awards.
The purpose of the
program is to recognise and reward staff who go above and beyond in
their jobs and make a real difference to the residents, staff and the
organisation.
The nominations received were wonderful and there were many that
said that the team did such a wonderful effort that it was impossible to
single out a particular staff member. What a reflection on the staff in
the Organisation!
Nicole Mackintosh
George Iles
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STAFF NOMINATIONS
Banksia
Maria Wiedemann
Shelly Hall
Jacqui Seabrook
Boronia
William Bawgana
Hakea
Kylie Miller
Staff Member of the Year
As voted by staff
Nicole Macintosh
RESIDENT
NOMINATIONS
Acacia
Sheryl McPherson
Administration
Helen Mathieson
Banksia
Chris Crawford
Boronia
Maggi Dighton
Grevillea
Jo Williams
Hakea
Kaye Lenon
Maintenance & Gardening
Sean Davidson
Waratah
Muna Riches
Staff Member of the Year
As voted by Residents and
their Families
George Isles
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Rosalee Davis Retires after 21 Years
I regretfully announce that Ms Rosalee Davis the Care Manager of
Waratah Lodge has retired after 21 years of loyal service. Rose will be
sadly missed by all as over her 21 years of service she has truly
enriched and made a difference to the lives of residents at Shepparton
Villages and more specifically at Waratah Lodge.
Rosalee’s
journey
at
Shepparton
Villages was one of dedication,
compassion
and
drive.
Rosalee
commenced as a Personal Care Worker
and through years of hard work rose to
become a Care Manager. This was only
possible due to her commitment to
further education, persistence and
drive.
As I reflect on her time within the organisation it is Rose’s deep
commitment and advocacy to our resident’s that stands out. She was
tireless in her efforts to ensure that resident’s rights were respected
and her work with families has been outstanding. For this reason I
believe that our past and present residents and their families will be
forever grateful for her passion in making a difference to their lives.
The Board, management, staff and residents of Shepparton Villages
wish to congratulate Rosalee on her achievements and sincerely thank
her for “Enriching the Lives of the People in our Care” over the past 21
years of dedicated service.
In closing all of us at Shepparton Villages wish her good health and
happiness in her retirement.
Kerri Rivett CEO
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TARCOOLA VILLAGE,
SUPPORT GROUP
& BUS TRIPS
Hi everyone, how quickly the
year is flying by, and there is so
much happening every week
here in the village and in our
outside interests as well.
when she greeted you. Judging
by the presents and flowers she
received at her farewell and the
many people that had travelled
long distances to say goodbye,
she was a well respected part of
the village family.
Elaine Tepper
Vicki Glazner
Things have changed in the
Administration office of the
village over the past few months,
with us farewelling a few of our
friendly
and
capable
staff
members. Firstly, Vicki Glazner
after many years of service in
the Marketing Department will be
greatly missed. I (being a fairly
new resident) didn’t get to know
her very well, but I will always
remember her beautiful smile
Also,
Elaine
Tepper
having
retired “after 20 years of
dedicated and committed service
to Shepparton Villages” will also
be greatly missed as she really
had her “finger on the pulse” for
all those years at the front
Admin office. Also we will miss
the smiling face of Lyndel from
the Marketing Office.
Lyndel Ash
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And now we welcome Christine
Davies as ‘the new face up front’
at the Admin Office, and she has
already settled in there very well
from all reports. Hope it all goes
well for you Christine.
back in 1990 and meet the Board
of Management.
The oldest resident at Waratah
Lodge Mrs. Fonce Young, had the
honour of cutting the cake.
Entertainment with the Ukulele
band and songsters was really
great, and the afternoon tea was
scrumptious!
Christine Davies
Congratulations to all those who
organized the 25th Anniversary
celebrations
of
Waratah
Lodge at Rodney Park on Friday
3rd July. It was a lovely day, and
it was very interesting to hear of
the ‘beginnings’ of Rodney Park
Fonce Young
Cutting the cake for the
25th Anniversary celebrations
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The Chef’s luncheon is another
good day on the Calendar, with
Geoff always having a nice roast
and ‘surprise’ dessert. We had
33 at Tarcoola on Wednesday
16th September. Some from
Rodney Park attended as well.
On Friday 29th August we
celebrated
Mim
Guilfoyle’s
th
100 birthday at the Activities
Centre. How good did she look!!
She celebrated in style with a
card and message from the
Queen,
also
the
Governor
General and the Prime Minister.
Not too many can say they have
received all those messages, and
let’s face it, we have to get to
100 first, before we receive all
the congratulations.
The afternoon tea made by her
two
grand-daughters
was
amazing.
We continue to get fairly good
numbers for our sausage sizzle
having an average of about 35,
considering we have just been
through Winter, and about the
same for Pie/Pastie Day. We
have a very good team of 11 on
our Support Group and we get
the work done together. If
anyone has any comments to
make please see Geoff P or
myself.
The Support Group discussed at
our last meeting what we could
serve up for a change of
menu. It was decided we put
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together a flyer with different
types of meals and ask residents
to tick what they would like to
have. This flyer has been sent
out and a good number have
been returned, so we will decide
at our next meeting what action
we will take. We have Support
Group meetings at 10.00 a.m.
before
sausage
sizzle
each
month.
Our Christmas Dinner (night)
will be on Wednesday 9th
December, 2015 at the Activities
centre at 6 p.m. for 6.30p.m.
meal. Edie has collected some
names at our last sausage sizzle,
and will try and get around to
everyone by the end of October.
We need 40 people for us to get
the meal at $20 per head. The
meal will consist of Roast (3
meats), roast vegetables, and
cauliflower and white sauce, and
gravy
and
then
Christmas
pudding or fruit salad, and tea
and coffee all for the cost of $20.
(AND no dishes to do!).
The drinks will be supplied by the
Support Group. We have Mick
Tenace coming with his own
music to entertain with some
good “golden oldies” songs, so it
should be a great night.
See Edie to put your name down
if you haven’t already.
(5821-5708)
At this point I would like to
thank the bus drivers who
drive the bus to IGA each
fortnight. I have been told you
need to be at the bus by 10 a.m.
sharp, as they leave on time !!
Let someone else know you are
going, so you don’t get left
behind, as someone did one day.
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There is also
Cards and
Rummicub at the Activities
Centre. I’m sure the group that
go would love to see a few new
faces.
Exercise
Classes
are
still
having good numbers turning up
on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and
Friday’s. Great to get out of the
house for a little while and get
some exercise and then have a
cuppa and chat with your friends.
Happy Hour on Thursday’s is
very social, and we enjoy a drink
and nibbles, and a good laugh
with some jokes, and a catch up
of any sickies in the village or
who is on holidays.
TRIPS
We continue to have 3 buses go
each month on our trips. We
didn’t do anything in July as it
was just too cold. Our August
trip saw us travel to Glenrowan,
Wangaratta and the Winton
Wetlands.
At Glenrowan we went to Billy’s
tea rooms, where Linda looked
after us really well with lovely
warm scones, jam and cream.
They were the biggest scones I
think I have ever seen, almost
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the size of 2. Then we went next
door to Kate’s cottage, a lovely
presented gift shop with so many
different things on display, then
out the back to the Ned Kelly
museum and the original house
and stables. Lots of memorabilia.
views. They directed us to where
we would get the best views, and
it really was hard to imagine that
all this area was once a lake, as
the trees that are there now
would have all been covered by
the water.
We then strolled around the
other shops which had antiques
op shops, needlework etc. It is
such a lovely touristy spot only
an hour and a quarter from
Shepparton and well worth a
look.
We then went on to Wangaratta
to the Sydney Hotel, and had
lunch there. The food was great!
On September 26th we went on a
local trip to the Chocolate
Apple, then out to Emerald Bank
for morning tea, and a look
around the dozen shops and
businesses there, then on to
Tatura for lunch, and we finished
up at the Tatura War Museum for
some interesting views, and
afternoon tea.
Well that’s about all the news
this time.
After lunch we headed to the
Wetlands. There is a new café
just opened there, and lovely
Edie Poliness
Tarcoola News, Secretary/Treasurer
Support Group, and Trip Co-ordinator
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HAKEA LODGE
Welcome back one & all hope you are all fighting fit.
We would like to welcome all our new residents, Mr. David Kane, Mr.
Maurie Geary, Mr. David & Mrs. Isabell Townsend, Mrs. Joy Withers,
Mrs. Joan O'Connor & Mr. Ron Freeman.
We wish you all the best and hope you settle in well.
see you at some of our activities.
We would love to
And also a warm welcome to Helen who will be working at Hakea as a
Lifestyle & Leisure staff member.
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We have had various bus outings over
the last few months with the first going
to a luncheon held by the CWA at the
end of July, in which we scored well
with the raffle prizes. Joyce Baker won
1st Prize (a lovely quilt) as well as
another prize. Ethel Jackson won two
prizes. Trine won some Port & Plum spread she was hoping to get and
our volunteer for the day, Vel Haliday, won a prize too!
Many of the prizes of the day where donated by the local Apple Factory.
The CWA provided a lovely spread of homemade foods which was
enjoyed by everyone who attended and nobody needed dinner that
night.
We had a successful outing to the R.S.L. Club for Senior Melodies, the
entertainer for the day was Anthony Tenace, a local singer.
One of our staff members took some of our residents on a scenic tour
of Shepparton to see some of the local sights and some of the changes
that have been made over the years. On the way home they called in
to the "Golden Arches" for a soft serve ice cream, which was enjoyed
by all.
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At the end of September we had a
bus trip to the Shepparton Senior
Citizen club rooms. We joined in
with their celebrations of their 57th
birthday where the Senior Citizen
Club reopened after some greatly
appreciated renovation. The special
event was attended by a number of
local councillors including the Mayer
Dennis Paterson.
The entertainment provided plenty of laughs and
songs, and great afternoon tea was enjoyed.
A trip the following month to the SCC was enjoyed too, especially when
one of our Lifestyle & Leisure staff joined the band on stage with a local
New Zealand song. Unfortunately the cameras were left at home;
much to the L&L staff member relief!
Our latest trip was for a B.B.Q lunch at a Caniambo Farm - which
residents were able to pat a horse and dogs.
We had an afternoon entertainment by 'The Wattle Warblers'. There
are 4 singers in the group and they sing old time melodies. Our
residents joined in and sang along with the group.
Hakea Lodge, along with The Men's Shed
held a Fathers Days raffle. First prize
was a 'Shell Art Hanging'.
This was
made and donated by Robert Johnson
and won by Bert Frik, second
prize was a 'Knitted Rug' made and
donated by Mrs. Betty Bromley, along
with several 'Coat-hangers' covered by
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Tilly Czech - this was won by Rita Casey. For third prize Patricia
Anderson won a box of chocolates which was shared with her visiting
family.
Thank you to our residents and families for participating in the
fundraiser. Funds raised were divided between the Hakea Craft group
and The Men's Shed.
Footy Tipping
We ran our Footy tipping again this Football season and the scores
where very close with Pam Senior winning 1st Prize with a total of
137pts. 2nd Prize was won by Dick Frizzel with 135pts and Doug Laffy
won 3rd Prize with 134pts. To celebrate the end of the football season
a B-B-Q lunch was held and a handball game in the afternoon. We
would like to thank our volunteer helpers Gwen Wallace, Jan James,
Leigh James, Jonathon Sullivan (Rupert & Chester) and Peter Beyer for
assisting with the wonderful lunch.
Gwenda & Kevin - Lifestyle and Leisure Therapists.
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ACACIA HOUSE
Hello to all, Firstly I would like to
thank Lorraine & Kerrie who
worked tirelessly while I was on
annual leave overseas. Once my
albums are finished I will be able
to show and talk on many
places, as most resident have
forbearers who came to Australia
leaving their homeland behind.
Frank
Firman
volunteer Bill's hair
cutting
We have many welcomes, Gail
has returned home to Acacia.
Angela has joined our team with
Jane, Liz and Kate.
Rupert and Chester are still
delighting our residents with
their weekly visits. Her Majesty
Queen Elizabeth would be in awe
with their mannerism.
Thank
you Joho for your time.
Bill is away on holidays but
before he left Frank gave that
special trim. What a priceless
photo showing his concentration
and cutting technique has never
left this talented barber!
Our special morning tea saw our
residents
select
their
own
topping for pizza morning. This
was a joyous time. Now they
would all like to be pizza chefs.
Our Footy Tips was a huge
success, with residents watching
their teams throughout the year.
1st Cecil Musgrove, 2nd Joan
Morrow, 3rd Heather Steen. Our
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Staff and Family Draw: 1st
Thelma
Williams,
2nd
Vicki
McInnes, 3rd Bill Webster. Harry
was our scorer and guide during
the season.
Harry does a
fantastic job. Thank you for your
time.
Our regular musicians, Frank,
Dennis, Janis, Glenda, Marie and
Jeanette, Sam and Rosa are so
dedicated in giving their time to
entertain our residents. It’s a
pleasure to hear and see the
sing-along and tapping to the
beat.
Jackie’s husband, Collier and his
Big Brass Band The Splinters,
entertained us one afternoon and
we are hoping this will become a
regular visit.
Thank you to
Collier and his friends.
return from travelling to see her
family.
Our numbers are still growing
with St Brendan’s Rosary Group
10am Tuesday morning. Thank
you to Kathy and Carmel.
Congratulations to our two staff
members who gave birth on the
same day. Bec delighted us with
a handsome bouncing baby boy,
while Rajni a tiny little princess.
Welcome also to our new nursing
staff. We look forward to your
company and input into Acacia.
Our Bingo Ladies get up to many
perks even though it should be
quiet, you can hear the jokes
flowing. John and Norma return
the banter.
Our ray of sunshine, Tim, will be
attending classes in Melbourne to
attain his Div 1. Our best wishes
go with him. Tim will still be
working at Acacia on weekends.
Our residents were delighted to
see Elaine our Bob’s Volunteer
Marg, Lorraine, Kerrie, Gail and
Angela.
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Men’s Shed
With the weather warming up BBQs are once again being enjoyed at
the Shed and lunches have been taken outside (testing out our new
caps).
Display Room
The Men’s Shed has now set-up a display room of items for sale at the
Shed. So come and have a gander at our wears and get in and do your
Christmas shopping (did I just mention Christmas in October? There
should be some kind of law against that! ). Opening times are:
Wednesday & Fridays 10:00am – 1:30pm.
Projects:
We assisted Banksia with their “Yarn
Booming” of a push bike by turning it
into a garden feature; adding soil to
the pots and planting some
strawberries (see pictures for
details).
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The continuation of refurnishing of
some old 80’s style push bikes has
being going quite well with the
completion of a now hot red boys
BMX. A bet was underway with
Tex & I, that if he was able to fix
the bike (which was in quite poor
shape, so I thought I would be
safe) I would ride a lap around the
Shed on it. This brought a couple
of chuckles to the fellas!
Woodwork orders have been coming in quick and steadily ready for
Christmas presents this year, which are keeping our master Craftsmen
busy.
Gardening:
Spring is in full bloom and the
vegetable
garden
is
looking
delicious with a harvest of Garlic,
Spring Onion, Radishes and Peas
have already been picked. The
Rainbow Spinach is up giving us a
variety
of
colour
and
the
Strawberries are in full flower ready
soon for some yummy picking.
Tomatoes are in and we’re hoping
to have more luck with them this year. This Potato season we are
trying some experimentation by growing them in stacks of tyres filled
with various materials – one in traditional soil/compost; one of
straw/hay and one in shredded paper. We’ll let you know the results in
the next issue of the Village Voice.
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Bus Trips:
July was our Mystery Bus trip which took as for a relaxing trip to a
farm property in Caniambo, followed by a trip around the country side
via Dookie. At the farm the fellers sat around a drum fire, eating
sandwiches, while listing to someone playing old tunes on the
harmonica. The tranquillity of their surrounds meant no one wanted to
leave, until the sun went behind the clouds.
Kevin Grover - Men’s Shed Coordinator
Barry's Botanics
Well as the warm weather has
come early there are a few
things we need to do before the
heat of mid-Summer.
If you have not already re-potted
your indoor and outdoor plants
this will be a good time to do it.
When doing so, please use a
good quality potting mix and
place some Osmocote on the top
of the potting mix. This will give
your plant some nutrition and
food over the next 6 to 12
months.
Most of you would have
seen or noticed the
beautiful roses this year.
Roses need regular
fertilising through
Summer and Autumn to
ensure continuous
blooms.
Last but not least, to save on
watering a good quality mulch
around your pots and gardens
would be an ideal thing to be
doing now.
On that note, Merry Christmas
and I look forward to you reading
my column next year.
Barry Curtis– Tarcoola Gardener.
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Birdy Musings From Rodney Park.
Winter Went and Gone- Wheee!
Early August saw the “Rodney Park Mob”,
(magpies), turn up again after a long
absence. Boy did they make themselves
at home. The usual 6 turned into 12. They
follow people everywhere talking to them
in their own chortling sounds and holding
conversations on any manner of subjects with the residents. Their
carolling from atop the activity centre or the robinias late in the evening
and early morning, is very much appreciated by all. They do sing their
own song in a language only they know.
Sheila was observing a family of wrens scurrying
around her bushes when she spied a shape motionless
in a bush. Further investigation showed the “shape”
was also observing the wrens. LUNCH!!!. Further
investigation proved it to be a swamp harrier. Try as
she might, it didn’t move for some time. After much
flapping of hands and arms (from Sheila), the sound
of wings was heard as it took off. Well who can blame it for not wanting
to move from a smorgasbord in front of it!
The resident pardalotes got into building nests on the 23rd August.
Roma’s mob beat ours by a day. It is fun observing the industrious little
birds as they cart in material to form the dainty nest inside the boxes.
Come September and they appear to be sitting on the nest. We all
await the outcome as the weather SLOWLY warms up. At least feed is
in abundance as the plants have all flowered prolifically providing
insects with a varied buffet. Our feathered friends might be overjoyed,
but all avid gardeners at Rodney Park are out doing battle with the little
blighters!
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Opposition!!! Ross has the bird-box at the rear of his unit, occupied for
the first time this season. Pardalotes are breeding – well…… like
pardalotes. If there is a suitable spot for a nest, then in they go to set
up house and there still appears to be numerous little birdies fluttering
around looking for somewhere to occupy. (Hope the real estate agents
are on watch- they would make a
killing!).
Well keep your feathers unruffled as
we go into what appears to be a dry
summer.
Keiran “Grumpy”Griffith
Rodney Park Village
book a seat for the meal and the
bus.
Several people
attended a production
of Pinocchio at Westside
theatre.
Our monthly visit to the Undera
Hotel for an evening meal is still
popular and well patronised.
Everyone is welcome; the more
the merrier. See Bud Oster to
In July our Ukelele
group
joined
with
volunteers to enjoy a
night at Waratah dressed as a
song. Much guessing happened
before finally coming up with
answers to some of the
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costumes. Great fun was had by
all.
There are a number of units
being refurbished and we look
In August five of our committee
members
attended
a
Food
Handler’s course run by Geoff
Scales at Tarcoola which proved
to be very informative and
helpful. Also a bus load attended
the
information
session
on
recognising the signs of heart
attack held at Kialla Gardens.
forward to welcoming their new
occupants in the near future.
We have had continued contact
with Amy from the council
regarding the Mooroopna Plan
and
our
suggestions
and
feedback have been welcome.
We wish all those experiencing
poor health a speedy recovery.
Since our last newsletter we
have
some
new
residents.
Welcome to you all and we hope
you enjoy your time at Rodney
Park Village.
We offer our condolences to the
families of residents who have
recently passed away and extend
our best wishes to those who are
on the sick list.
Our monthly meals have been
well patronised with numbers
around the sixty mark. Our
faithful band of helpers continue
to assist with the preparation
each month. Geoff Hill is our
drinks man who does a sterling
job stocking the bar for our
meals.
The
new
coloured
tablecloths have brightened up
the dining tables and feedback
has been very positive.
We have enjoyed the company of
some of the residents from
Waratah who have recently
moved from the Independent
Living Units. Recently we were
privileged to have Peter Wyman
from the Home Doctor Service as
our
guest
speaker.
Some
residents have already used this
service and found it helpful.
Kath and Pat Treacy
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Boronia House
Hello Everyone.
Goodbye flu, hello sneezes, welcome Spring! It is lovely thought
looking out at our beautiful garden coming to life.
Father’s Day is an important
day and our 10 fathers and 2
uncles enjoyed their present of
chocolates to let them know
how special they are.
We do look forward to our cooked breakfast
days. It is worth getting up to a lovely plate of
eggs, bacon, tomato and hot coffee
Out talented singers were here to liven up our afternoons with Janis,
Frank, Glenda, Bill and Steve. We also have our inhouse entertainers
with Bell, Tex and Wilma from Waratah. Boronia is a very musical
place and the residents are pretty good singers too!
Our monthly bus trip to Big W are going well, shopping and of course
morning tea at the Donut King. Lunch at the RSL was wonderful as well
with a beautiful performance from Anthony Tenace.
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My favourite bus trip was to see the Carpenters Tribute Show at
Eastbank.
Everyone managed to sing along before a delicious
afternoon tea.
Well the footy’s over and we enjoyed our
Grand Final Party at Boronia and Sing
Australia in the Garden. Our Tipping
Competition was won by Vikki Cooney with
132 points.
Until next time …..
Jenni & Anne - Diversional Therapy Staff
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Grevillea Lodge
Welcome. There has been mixed
weather to the start of Spring
however we are still able to go
outside for morning tea and
newspaper readings after our
gentle exercise program which is
held daily.
Well football is over and our
winner of the footy tipping
contest was Valda. We enjoyed
the Grand Final Day with a
Happy Hour Party.
We have entertainers come in;
we also have our staff and
residents
up
dancing
and
Karaoke singing.
Happy hour
has returned which the residents
all the enjoy and look forward to.
Noel Renfrey & Sue Walsh
Sue & Robert Walsh
Audrey McBain
Gwen Jeffries
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We had lots of laughs with our
first attempt at ten pin bowling
but the favourite with some is
still
Bingo,
Balloon
Toss,
Basketball and Puzzles.
C’arn the Hawkes – Mavis
Hurd
We have residents lined up when
the hand massage trolley pops
out of hiding.
Happy Birthday to those that are
turning another year older and
we would like to welcome our
new residents and their families.
Till next time stay safe
healthy.
and
Thank you to all the volunteers
and entertainers; the residents
love
you
coming
in
and
performing for them whilst they
sing along to your beautiful
music.
Jo Williams
Lifestyle & Leisure Therapist
Shuffleboard Champions
Marvis Hurd and Gloria Threlfel
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Lifestyle and Leisure at Waratah Lodge Oct 2015
Welcome new residents.
Welcome to Dot O’Connor and this week Grace Sandilands. Each of
these ladies has moved in from our Rodney Park Units so isn't it
wonderful that they are still able to visit friends in units and and vice
versa and not have to get into cars or buses to visit each other. Our exunit residents even get invited to monthly lunch/dinners to keep those
wonderful friendships alive. Cuppa times at Waratah are 10am and 3pm
so you can always get a cuppa when you visit us.
Welcome to Gail
Gail has joined us at Waratah on Mondays for Lifestyle and Leisure and
has fitted in well with her many talents, so look out for some wonderful
creations for Oaks Day. Go Gail and great to have you join our Waratah
Team. Thanks to Kristy Hearn for filling some of those Mondays before
Gail.
Sad News
The saddest part of our work as staff is to let go of our residents when
they pass away. We grieve and we miss them and sometimes we lose
the families and friendships that have been created along the way while
their family member was living here with us.
Dot Payne passed away in September and Rose Backman just this
week. Two special ladies and our condolences to both families, you are
always welcome to call in an have cuppa.
We thank you for sharing your loved ones with us as they became our
loved ones too.
Pat Thorp has moved to Boronia so that's great we can pop in to see
her next door.
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Our respite room has been busy and it's great when people come for
little holidays with us though some say they are going home for a rest.
Lol!
Lunching at
The Gallery CafeTatura
Pancakes at Big Strawberry
are yum says Marg.
Marg made a special card for
special birthday on behalf of all
residents at Waratah.
Geoff made Tracy's favourite at
our request..........mousse!
The Big 50 came to our acting care manager Tracy. Residents
requested a cake but this became mousse as this is Tracy's favourite
and check out the pics. She was a happy girl though not too sure about
turning 50!
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Bus Outings
We been busy with outings to RSL, Mooroopna Golf Club x2, Big W each
month, Gallery Cafe at Tatura and cuppa at Tat Bakery(vanilla slices of
course) Big Strawberry at Koonoomoo, Country Western Concert in Tat,
with singer Tommy Johnson and another Tat event called "Memories
Afternoon" with couple Glenda and John Kriesfield, Fashion Parade and
cuppa at Mooroopna Uniting Church, Dusty Springfield, Doris Day music
sung by Wendy Stapleton at Eastbank, and a sausage sizzle at
Caniambo, Jennie B’s farm. That was awesome and Thanks Jennie.
Been keeping bus and drivers busy so thanks to Gordon and Gwen.
In House
In our last VV, I mentioned our Volunteers Thank You Supper. This was
a great evening as both residents and volunteers came as a clue to a
song.
"Two little girls in blue"
Helen and Marg both came
dressed in blue with blue flowers
in hand.
Alma came with a Bouquet of
Roses and played it for us on
organ.
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Isabella brought her little
dog........sits on the tucker box!
Les was I’m Jake the Peg. Les has
a great sense of humour and we
love it!
Kath Treacy came as "How much is
that Doggie in the Window woof
woof!"
Jim McLeod came as "Black Velvet
Band"
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Joyce Russell cam as "Rock around
the Clock"
Kim Payne came as "Lets get
Physical"
All our usual activities are going well. Trivia is still a good example of
team competitiveness with Emus and Platypus competing very well
each week. The Word Find in competition with Boronia each Tuesday
morning has injected a new sense of competitiveness amongst our two
lodges. Lots of laughs along the way I say makes for a happy home.
Kinder kids from Mooroopna came twice to play sing and chat and kept
us all amused.
Sing Australia has come again and will be coming for our Christmas
party.
Our Rodney Park Ukulele group now practicing Christmas
carols. Yikes it's nearly here!!!
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Sing Australia help us
celebrate at Footy Tipping awards.
Winner Waratah Footy
Tipping 2015
Our Footy Tipping was won by 2 points by Lois Smith, 2nd Les Ferguson
and Alma Lucas 3rd.
Brekkie with Geoff the Chef is a great way to start the day.
Fathers Day afternoon was singing by Glenda again and she came back
today and we had the dancers up and moving, walkers in hand of
course!
Every puppy likes to have
cuddles and this lady likes to
give them.
Axel having cuddle with Joy
Wilma and Marj enjoy a little
visitor in the middle of exercises
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Events coming up.
Oaks Day, St Marys Choir, Remembrance Day, bus to Kyabram Club
after visit to Isabel Harvie display.
Busy busy busy. Then it will be Christmas!!!!
Think that’s enough for this issue.
Sorry, one more thing......I'd like to extend my thanks and gratitude for
the confidence and support shown to me by residents and their families
and for nominating me for a staff award. I am thankful to have a great
workplace and wonderful residents to look after and to get to know
their families.
Thank you all. Muna
Muna and Gail.- Waratah Lodge.
Kialla Gardens Village
Hello again!
At time of writing the weather
can’t decide if it is spring or
summer, but I guess it will all
work out in the end.
This year the trees in our village
were adorned with especially
beautiful blossoms; white at the
west end & pink in the east.
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At least two of our
residents had special
birthdays recently.
Joan O’Keefe
celebrated her 90th &
so did Beryl Opie.
moved to Hakea with less than a
day’s notice. They could get two
rooms if they took them straight
away & so they & the family
made the decision. They are very
happy there, but will go to
Wangaratta when they can, as
their two sons live there.
We are pleased to welcome Wes
& Ethel Manton to number 79.
We hope you will be very happy
here.
Unfortunately Beryl’s sister Hazel
died within the week, which was
very sad. If anyone else has had
a special celebration our best
wishes are with you. Colin Todd
from number 110 has passed
away since our last Village Voice
& our sympathy goes out to
Esma & the family.
Norma Harrison has moved into
Banksia & we hear she is very
happy there. We, their near
neighbours, were quite shocked
when Dave & Isobel Townsend
By the time this article is printed
we will be putting our peelings
etc. into the green bins & we are
hoping we get some more of the
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latter as the garden bins are
often overflowing. We are sure
management will take care of
that matter.
Our thanks to Jean Young from
the council for coming to our
social night to explain it all to us
so well.
finance department to help pay
for the hoists we needed.
My thanks, once again, to Jack
Thewlis for being my willing (?)
photographer for this production.
Until next time –
Betty Russell.
Our committee were happy to
transfer $3000 over to the
Snippet from Banksia Lodge
As always it’s been a very busy few months at Banksia lodge.
Residents have enjoyed several outings to Big W for shopping and a
cuppa, scenic tours (that end up at the local bakery or cafe), Men’s
shed, Christmas in July at Kyabram, Emerald Bank and mystery trips.
We have been spoilt by Geoff from the main kitchen with several Bacon
& Egg breakfasts this is always looked forward to and enjoyed by not
only the residents but staff as well.
Don Fairless enjoying Pancake Day
Ron Guy enjoying Pancake Day
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Residents have also enjoyed a pancake morning tea with sugar, lemon,
jam and maple syrup.
McGuire students donating a new sound system to Banksia Lodge from
proceeds of their mini fete.
McGuire College kindly organised a fundraiser for
Banksia Lodge in the form of a school sausage sizzle,
raffle and a mini fete at Banksia Lodge. They then
presented our facility with a lovely new sound
system. We were very pleased with the way the
students presented themselves and enjoyed having
them with us.
Residents and staff alike all supported our Biggest Morning Tea with
some of Geoff’s yummy treats enabling us to contribute to cancer
research.
Shepparton High School students visited residents and participated in
our games morning for 3 consecutive weeks and this was obviously
enjoyed by Banksia residents.
We are pleased to say that Banksia Lodge passed Accreditation with a
very encouraging report from the Auditors..... (Phew!)
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Janie had her beautiful collection of crafts displayed for one week. All
Residents, staff, volunteers and visitors enjoyed looking at all of her
wonderful work at their leisure with Janie being on hand to answer any
questions.
Janie Hunt presenting her beautiful collection
Banksia Lodge once again held our annual fete which saw lots of
bargains to be had followed by a B.B.Q lunch. Thankyou to all involved
for making this day a great success with something for everyone.
An Enjoyable Fete on Saturday 19th September 2015
Seniors Week has proved to be very busy with trips to live shows, a
health expo, and in the coming days a trip to Rushworth entertainment
day, St Augustine’s parish fair and the Mooroopna flower show.
Until next time its Cheers
From Chris, Donna and Helen.
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Susanne's Hair Care
in
“LITTLE SNIPPETS”
We
celebrated
two
very
important
birthdays
in
September
Mim
Guilfoyle’s
partied in the Activities Centre
for her 100th Birthday with family
and friends.
Looks like Summer is almost
here – the sudden heat has been
a bit of a shock.
Margaret Dent celebrated her
99th Birthday at the Chinaman’s
Bridge Café in Nagambie and it
was a lovely day for all.
We have finally moved into our
new home and it is just great. I
have now a little bit further to
drive to work and a little bit
earlier out of bed.
Great time to be thinking of a
“New-Shorter-Chic
Look”
or
maybe a touch of colour!! We
hairdressers are always up to
suggestions for a new style.
In November I am having a week
in Brisbane to look after Lachie
and Ethen, Mum and Dad are
having a second honeymoon. I
guess our next Newsletter will be
after Christmas … my goodness
how the Year has flown.
Take Care
Love Suzie - Hairdresser
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Set in Stone
This Special Breed
I thought I would write about our firemen
They never get a lot of praise
We often hear their sirens wailing
As they go rushing through their days
When the temperature reaches forty
And there is not a cloud in the sky
Then it’s getting very serious
As the trucks go flashing by
They fought the fires of Ash Wednesday
A lot of men that day were lost
Relatives and loved ones
Left behind to count the cost
They were amazing on Black Saturday
They battled day and night
Blackened bodies, scorched and weary
Never giving up the fight
They face domestic situations
Sometimes someone’s trapped inside
Can you imagine the frustration?
All the feelings they have to hide
With their training and their courage
They are indeed a special breed
And it’s good to know they are out there
Should we ever find ourselves in need.
By Joyce Stone
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VILLAGE VOICE MASTERMIND QUIZ
General Knowledge
1
Who wrote the poem which begins ‘If you can keep your
head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it
on you’?
2
Which heavyweight boxer was described as he ‘Floats like a butterfly,
stings like a bee’?
3
In children’s literature who is the best known pupil at Grey friars School?
4
Which TV character said, ‘Live long and prosper’?
5
If you were mountaineering and came across scree what would you be
wary of?
6
From the Italian and literally translated as ‘little book’ what is the term
for text of an opera called?
7
Who was Victorian premier from June 1955 to August 1972?
8
What secure facility is located on the Norwegian island of Spitsbergen?
9
What are bicuspids?
10 According to Mark Twain what sport did he describe as ‘a good walk,
spoiled?
That Rings a Bell
All the answers have some association with bells.
1
According to Victor Hugo’s novel, who worked as the bell ringer of
Notre Dame?
2
What is the word for the measurement of noise or sound?
3
What Philadelphia (USA) bell is famously cracked?
4
Scatty, crazy people are said to have what creature, where.?
5
What is the name of a person who studies bells and bell-ringing?
6
What is the name of the bell in London that is instantly
recognised?
7
Finish this quote by John Donne who famously wrote a line which
began ‘Ask not…..’?
8
Which psychologist is famous for this study of conditioned reflexes in
dogs?
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In The Soup
All the answers are associated with soup.
1 Which Spanish style soup is tomato based with raw
vegetables and served (very) cold?
2 Where did the soup mulligatawny originate (curry
soup)?
3 What soup is used in a simile to describe a thick fog?
4 What is the name of the soup made from beetroots?
5 What Italian favourite features tomatoes, a leaf vegetable, beans and
pasta (and any vegetable to hand)?
6 Name the fish soup made with onions, tomatoes, and served with
French bread which originated in Marseilles?
7 A symbol of prosperity, this luxury Chinese soup is served at banquets
to honour guests but in fact has little taste and is highly controversial
and banned in many places?
8 What is the name of a heavy cream soup principally made of shell fish
or sea food in a cream base?
VILLAGE VOICE CONTACTS
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Administration Department
Sally Clifton – 5832 0800
[email protected]
Village articles collected by:
Marketing Office at Tarcoola Village
Betty Russell at Kialla Gardens Village or
Maria at Banksia Lodge Reception
Pat Treacy & Geoff Freer at Rodney Park
Village or Jenny at Reception
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We want your feedback
Remember we love to hear your feedback on your Village Voice, so please
share your ideas as any suggestions are always appreciated.
The date for the next edition of the Village Voice is January 2016
Could all contributions be submitted to Sally by Monday, 4th January please.
You can contact Sally on 5832 0800 or email [email protected]
We would love to see your photos of your outings and share your
stories with your neighbours in the Village Voice.
A Thank you from Peg Walsh
Sincere thanks to residents and staff of Rodney Park who have kindly
visited, phoned or sent cards and flowers since the passing of my
beloved Jack. RIP. Such support is invaluable and cannot be measured.
I am a truly grateful RPV resident.
God bless you all.
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ANSWERS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
1
2
3
4
5
Rudyard Kipling
Mohammed Ali
Billy Bunter
Mr Spock (Star Wars)
Slipping and sliding (loose
stones)
6
Libretto
7
Sir Henry Bolte
8
World seed bank
9
Teeth
10 Golf
THAT RINGS A BELL
1
2
3
4
Quasi Modo
Decibel
Liberty Bell
Bats (in the Belfry)
5
6
7
Campanologist
Big Ben
‘..for whom the bell tolls, it
tolls for thee’
8
Pavlov (food response to
bell)
IN THE SOUP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Gazpacho
India
Pea soup
Borscht
Minestrone
Bouillabaisse
Bisque (or chowder)
Shark fin soup
Quizzes compiled by Peg Newman
Thank you everyone who contributed to this edition of the Village Voice.
Reminder: the next edition is January 2016,
Could all articles be sent in by
Monday 4h January.
Take lots of pictures from all your activities or outings and send them to
us also.
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