RR February 2014 - Riddells Creek Primary School

FIRE RESTRICTIONS NOW IN FORCE!
RIDDELL ROUNDUP
FEBRUARY 2014
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EDITOR’S NOTE
After December’s somewhat disappointing start to summer, we have well and truly
embraced the heat of the season now. And with it, the ever present danger of
bushfires in our region. Please be aware that fire restrictions are now in force.
The wonderful and heroic work by our CFA blows me away. Over the last few weeks my FireReady phone app has been
alerting me to the many fires in and around Riddell, and some days the fire siren doesn’t seem to stop! In addition to the
families whose homes are at risk, I just think of those CFA volunteers and take my hat off to them. Thankyou.
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year, and that families with school kids are lapping up the last days
of their holidays…stay safe everyone.
Amber
Waterwise advice at Sustainable
Living Festival
People struggling to keep their garden thriving
during the dry summer days can learn water-saving
techniques at a free workshop.
Western Water and MRSC’s Waterwise Solutions
for Sustainable Gardening workshops are being
held as part of the Macedon Ranges Sustainable
Living Festival in Woodend on Saturday 8 February.
Sustainable gardening expert Mariette Tuohey will
present the one-hour workshops at 11am and 1pm,
focusing on:
• Low-cost techniques for saving water in the
garden
• Practical ways to use water effectively
• Water-saving products
Although the workshop is free, participants will
need to pay the $5 entry fee to the festival. Places
are limited. Go to westernwater.com.au and look
for the link under “In the news”, to book.
Remember that the Macedon Ranges is under
Permanent Water Saving Rules, which means
watering systems can be used between 6pm and
10am, and a watering can, bucket or hand-held
hose with a trigger nozzle at any time. For more
details, check the Western Water website.
Chocolaterie in the Macedon Ranges?
At GREAT (Gisborne Region Events Activities and Tourism) we have
always held the view that Gisborne needs a dynamic drawcard to bring
people to the town and we believe we have found the answer.
A group from GREAT and others with a wealth of business experience
recently visited the Chocolaterie in the Yarra Valley. The overwhelming
view was that such an operation would be ideal for Gisborne, particularly
if this could be linked in a tourist sense, to say Hanging Rock.
The Yarra Valley business has been operating for 15 months and
reliable sources indicate that the original estimation of 400,000 visitors
per annum, is now averaging 600,000 per annum. Such an influx would
certainly flow on to benefit trade in the Gisborne area.
The Yarra Valley business currently employs 72 people, mostly parttime, on a seven day a week basis. Even more would be employed
during the construction phase.
A steering committee is presently being formed to move the
project forward.
We particularly need someone with large scale retail experience,
and a retired architect or someone well-versed in planning
commercial structures.
We are also looking for a substantial site, ideally close to the Calder
Freeway and near the entrance to Gisborne itself. Any ideas?
Those interested in being involved should contact Richard Whiteley on
5428 1410 or 0439 800 430 or [email protected]
GREAT will continue to support the project until a more formal business
structure is established.
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East Ward News
with Cr. Graham Hackett
Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony
The annual Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony were held at the Kyneton Town Hall on Sunday 26 January.
Mayor, Cr Roger Jukes, Deputy Mayor, Cr Graham Hackett and Cr John Connor presented the Australia Day Awards,
while the Australia Day Ambassador, Dr Stephen Silk made an appearance and said a few words.
Approximately 24 new citizens from the Philippines, England, China, India, Ukraine, Mauritius, New Zealand, Channel
Islands, Malta, Singapore, Iran and the Netherlands attended and are now proudly Australians.
Each new citizen is presented with a certificate of Australian citizenship; an Australian lapel pin; an Australian native
plant; and an Australian flag.
There was plenty to do in the Macedon Ranges on Australia Day. This year, 6 townships applied for and received Council
grants of up to $500 to host their various Australia Day events. It was very disappointing that Riddells Creek was one of
the only communities that did not participate with an application to seek funds for such an important event.
In Kyneton the Lions, Rotary and Zonta Clubs got together to provide a cooked meal while Kyneton’s RSL Club held a
flag-raising ceremony to honour the occasion.
There was loads of fun had at Romsey’s Skate Park where there was a a flag-raising ceremony and a free barbecue, and
kids enjoyed a jumping castle and face painting.
In Gisborne, once again the GREAT Association hosted an Australia Day celebration at the barbecue rotunda at the
John Aitken Reserve. The morning was filled with patriotic tradition, including a flag-raising ceremony, musical delights,
giveaways and games for all ages. A delicious breakfast was cooked by members of local essential services.
The Malmsbury Town Hall was alive with the atmospherics of Australiana and an antiques display. Attendees were
encouraged to participate in colonial times’ song and dance.
Those in Woodend enjoyed a classic Australian “morning tea” before playing some backyard cricket and listening to
the Kyneton City Band. There were games and activities as well as a popular barbecue lunch. Additionally the Woodend
Outdoor Pool was open with free entry.
Since 1996, the Baynton Hall Committee has held their Aussie film night at Baynton Hall on Australia Day. The
customary barbecue tempted the hungry movie-goers, while the Baynton Gift running race was open to anyone who
was willing to have a go.
Hanging Rock
Good news! There are currently four very healthy koalas (two mothers with babies) residing at Hanging Rock. So there
must be a dad or two nearby also. Given this, when weather and conditions in the reserve are safer, the official Koala
count will be relaunched. This is scheduled to happen during the September school holidays with the intention of
encouraging more families to become involved.
You may also be interested to know the powerful owls have two new chicks again this year.
The $3.14 million Hanging Rock Essential Infrastructure Development Project has commenced, with initial project
investigation and survey works well underway.
A cultural heritage consultant has been appointed to work in consultation with local aboriginal tribes, the Wurundjeri
and Taungurung, to develop a Cultural Heritage Management Plan for the project. Council will work closely with the
consultants and local aboriginal representatives in developing this plan.
In the meantime, to assist Council with the detailed planning required for implementing a project of this scope, a
feature survey of the reserve has also been completed.
Other project works that have commenced:
•
electrical supply options for connecting power to the east picnic grounds have been negotiated with the local
power supply authority.
• a contractor has been engaged to replace the existing footbridge in the main reserve.
• internal roads in the east picnic grounds have been resurfaced and new bollards installed, and
• approximately 1,500 native trees have been planted throughout the reserve, with more planting to occur later in
the project once other project infrastructure is in place.
The $3.14 million project received funding through the Australian Government’s Regional Development Australia Fund,
and also includes funding and project management support by Council, and contributions from Kyneton and Hanging
Rock Racing Club and the Department of Sustainability and Environment.
Macedon Ranges Regional Netball Complex
This project is progressing well with designs being finalised for the netball courts and car parking. Construction
is expected to commence in March. The Federal Government confirming their election commitment of $325,000 to
enable the complex to better cater for regional netball competitions. This commitment is still subject to a proposal
being acceptable to the Federal Government and a funding agreement completed. As a result, an architect will be
appointed soon to design the building component of the complex. Sport and Recreation Victoria, the Macedon Ranges
Netball Association and Netball Victoria have been kept informed of the progress.
Till next time, stay safe
Cr Graham Hackett
Deputy Mayor
Macedon Ranges Shire Council
Email: [email protected]
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This Month In My Garden
By Melanie Kinsey
The last report on the Furcraea was written in mid-November when it was still
in full bloom. It is now mid-January and the flowering ceased before Christmas.
Nothing happened for a while and then I could gradually make out the formation
of tiny bulbils along the flowering stems. These are now about 2-3cm in length
and I estimate there are hundreds scattered across the entire inflorescence. Each
one is producing a few tiny leaves and a bulb can be seen swelling at each base.
Some of the flowers appear to have been fertilised too, as there are half a dozen
swollen seed pods hanging from the stalks. The leaves of the mother plant are
now drooping vertically and it looks a sad and sorry sight, although all the bulbils
mean the promise of much new life to come. What an interesting process this has
been to observe! And it’s not over yet!
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The soft-leaf buffalo lawn has stood up to
the (admittedly mild) summer so far and I
have only had to water it once. However in
anticipation of the soaring temperatures I
am going to water it tomorrow. If this was
a cool season grass lawn, I know it would
have needed much more water to stay
alive – I probably would have watered it
half a dozen times by now. And it looks
good. I gave it a feed in spring and it’s
been cut about three times and edged
once since then. I also spent an hour one
day with a daisy weeding fork removing
some flat weeds. Not too much work for a
great result in my estimation.
It’s a different story in the garden beds
where I am shocked to discover milk
thistles almost as high as me tucked
away in amongst the burgeoning foliage:
the result of a mild and damp spring.
Every time I go for a wander I pull a few out, but of course now they are seeding
and little puffs of thistledown detach and float away with every tug on the parent
plant. Petty spurge is another persistent weed, as is summer grass that seems
to germinate hard up against the stem of a wanted plant or beneath a branch
that rests on the ground. At least it’s easy to pull out – once you’ve been able to
grab hold of it. Don’t you hate it when you grab a milk thistle and it breaks off
just above the root where there is always a kink in the stem? Must be its defence
against humans because if you leave the bit of root behind it will regrow!
In the vegetable garden I am about to harvest a good crop of wombok that didn’t
go to seed and every day we collect a bowl of potatoes for dinner. The tomatoes
are coming on nicely as is the sweet corn and butternut pumpkins. Unfortunately
the cockies got to the apples on Christmas Day so very little to look forward to
there. I did count four apricots on the little tree, but we had to go away before
they ripened and of course they were gone when we got back.
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Fire Danger Ratings
The Fire Danger Rating predicts how a
fire would behave if one were to start.
Ratings indicate how easily a fire can
start, how intensely it could burn,
how difficult it will be to put out and
how much damage it may cause. The
higher the Rating, the more dangerous
the conditions, meaning there is a
greater risk to control the fire, and an
increased risk to lives and property. The
Fire Danger Rating System includes
six ratings from Low-Moderate to
Code Red. The rating is your prompt
to take action to stay safe and to enact
your bushfire survival plan. During the
fire season, the Fire Danger Rating
will feature in weather forecasts, be
broadcast on radio and TV, appear in
some newspapers and will be visible
on the signs on either side of the road
in front of the Neighborhood House.
Total Fire Bans
Total Fire Bans are a legal declaration
to cease activities that may cause
fire. On days of Total Fire Ban, limits
are placed on activities that have the
potential to start a fire in hot, dry or
windy conditions including restrictions
on the use of some outside equipment
and BBQs.
Can I or Can’t I?
The CFA has a flyer to help you know
what you can and can’t do during
declared Fire Danger Periods, and on
days of Total Fire Ban, when fires in
the open air are legally restricted. A
copy of this flyer is available on the
CFA website or from the brigade.
Bushfire Survival Plan
If you live near areas that have
significant bush, forest, long grass, or
coastal scrub, then you need to plan
ahead for the fire season. Not everyone
thinks clearly in an emergency. A
written and preferably well-practiced
plan will help you remember what
needs to be done during a crisis. The
CFA, as always, will do everything they
can to protect lives and property. But
there is only so much they can do.
There will never be enough firefighters,
fire trucks and firefighting aircraft to
have these resources at everyone’s
back door during a large bushfire.
The responsibility for surviving the fire
season is shared between emergency
services and the community. We all –
including you – share the responsibility
for our community’s safety. To assist
in preparing your bushfire survival
plan is the Fire Ready Kit which is
available on the CFA website. This kit
has been designed to help you plan
for survival, beginning with the basics
of preparing before the fire season,
through to planning what to do if
fire is in your area and you cannot
leave. For more information see www.
cfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/yourbushfire-plan
If you haven’t got time to sit down and
prepare a detailed plan at an absolute
minimum, you should talk with your
household through the 10 decisions
below, ideally before each fire season,
but most importantly don’t put it off
until later:
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Which Fire Danger Rating is your
trigger to leave?
•
Will you leave early that morning
or the night before?
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Where will you go?
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What routes will you take – and
what is your alternative in the
event that a fire is already in the
area?
•
What will you take with you?
•
What do you need to organise for
your pets or livestock?
•
Who do you need to keep
informed of your movements?
•
Is there anyone outside your
household who you need to help
or check up on?
•
How will you stay informed about
warnings and updates?
•
What will you do if there is a fire
in the area and you cannot leave?
Remember to decide who will do what
as part of your plan.
Turn Outs
Since writing the December edition
of the Roundup in mid-November the
brigade’s volunteer firefighters have
been pretty busy responding to a total
of 25 calls. These have consisted of
three structure fires, one incident, one
alarm, seven non-structure fires and
13 grass and scrub fires.
Unfortunately it has been disappointing
that several of these calls have been
out to land owners conducting illegal
burn-offs during the fire danger
period. Fire restrictions came into
force on 23 December which means
that there can no longer be any
burning off without a valid permit. It’s
important to remember that lighting
a fire in the open without a permit is
an offence and can bring a penalty
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of nearly $17,000 and/or 12 months
imprisonment with the brigade
mandated to notify Victoria Police in
all situations no matter how minor it
may be.
For the 2013/2014 reporting period to
date the brigade has been responded
to a total of 60 incidents.
Brigade Contact Details
Fire Station/Duty Officer 5428 6000
Fax
5428 6994
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Riddells Creek Police News
There is no Police Report for the
February edition of the Roundup.
If you have any information regarding
any matters, please contact me at
the Police Station on 5428 6171 or
leave anonymous information with
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Leading Snr Constable Neil Doherty
Officer in Charge
Riddells Creek Police Station
Riddell Seniors
Christmas has gone, and now it
seems Easter is not far away. I know
this because the Hot Cross Buns are
already in the shops. What a debacle!!
I hope you all had a happy and safe
Christmas, but of course now it’s back
to work. Keith and I had our usual 10
days at Bordertown. Keith was flying
gliders and enjoying the cool air at up
to 11,000ft, while we on the ground
sweltered. Never mind, a great time
was had by all.
We celebrated Roley’s 100th Birthday
in December at Seasons Bistro, and
it was certainly a most memorable
occasion - a lot of fun, and enjoyed
by all. CONGRATULATIONS ROLEY!!
Our Christmas break-up was once
again another great day, with a lovely
meal, lots of Christmas baskets full of
goodies and wonderful entertainment
from our very own local identity David Allen. Many thanks to the
Committee for all the hard work that
went into making it such a super day.
Our January trip to the Pokies in
Moama was great, with the usual
winners and losers.
Enquiries and visitors to our branch
are most welcome. Come along for a
“look and see” evening or ring Lorna
on 5428 7919 and one of the ladies will
offer to pick you up and take you back
home.
Till next time,
Edna Barclay-Nolan
CWA
Happy New Year and a happy and
healthy 2014 to all Riddell Roundup
readers.
The 2013 year ended with a break-up
picnic at Stanley Park in Macedon.
The weather was glorious and
everyone enjoyed the day, the yummy
food and their Kris Kringle gifts.
Each CWA branch has a sister branch,
and the Riddells Creek Night Branch’s
sister branch is Ballarat Dinner –
also a night group. On Sunday 12
January, ladies from both branches
met at Stoney’s in Bacchus Marsh
for a delightful afternoon of good
company, good food and plenty of
chatter. There were six members from
Riddells Creek (from a membership
of 11), and eight from Ballarat (from a
membership of 26).
The branch members, along with
other branch members, are presently
knitting beanies for the homeless.
If readers would like to contribute
by also knitting beanies or donating
wool, we would be most appreciative.
The beanies are easy to knit and can
even be made whilst watching the
tennis! Call Lorna on 5428 7919 to
discuss pick up or drop off.
Our first meeting for the year will be
on Tuesday 13 February at 7.30pm
at the Neighbourhood House. At this
meeting one of our members – Melody
- will speak to us about her brother
who is a missionary, along with his
wife, in the slums of Manila. Hopefully
after this discussion the needs of the
mission will become one of our aims
for this year and beyond. We hope
to focus on assisting them with their
Better Birthing programme.
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to be most interesting as these two
books are so far removed from each
other. Please Look After Mother
is based in Korea and concerns a
mother who goes missing. Middlesex
is three generations of Greek origin
now living in America.
Our February trip is “around the bay”,
which should be a very relaxing and
happy one.
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Red Cross
Hello folks. It has been quite a while
since I submitted an article to the
Riddell Roundup on behalf of the Red
Cross. We no longer have a Red Cross
Unit in Riddells Creek, but we do still
have a few Red Cross ladies who are
known as “Friends of Red Cross”,
and they are all ready to help if any
emergencies arise. I have joined the
Darraweit Guim Unit as a member - I
have time to be an Indian, but not the
time to devote to being a Chief.
Because March is known as “Red
Cross Calling” month, some of us will
be sitting out with our tins and hoping
to relieve you of any spare change you
would like to donate. It would be lovely
to meet some old friends, so come up
and have a chat.
Nancy Parker
Book Club
The Riddells Creek Day Book Club
members can all say they have at
least read something by Edgar Allen
Poe. Whether they all enjoyed or
not it is something else entirely. The
short stories in the book were quite
bizarre, so much so that they could
have been comical if they hadn’t
been so gruesome. Apparently Alfred
Hitchcock loved Poe’s gothic tales
and they inspired Hitchcock to make
his thriller movies.
During the summer break we get to
read two books, along with all the
other reading we manage to do.
We usually chat about the other books
we have also read during the month.
December/January we have Please
Look After Mother and Middlesex.
The February discussion should prove
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The Book Club meets on the second
Wednesday of the month at 2pm at
the Neighbourhood House. The cost
is $2 and enquiries can be made to
the House on 5428 7836. New book
lovers are most welcome.
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Anglican Church Op Shop
Happy New Year everyone, it’s a bit
old hat now though being February
already!
We reopened on 16 January and we
hope you noticed the little changes
we’ve made. What surprised us was
the fact that nearly everyone in Riddell
must have emptied their cupboards,
wardrobes and toy boxes over the
Christmas period, keeping us so busy
we don’t feel like we’ve had a holiday
at all. But that’s good news for you
because our shop has been filled with
lots of fresh and exciting surprises.
I know most generous people are very
considerate and donate clean items
and folded clothing, but we wonder
why a number of people don’t seem
to have any respect for their preloved
items and throw clothes into bags
(and a great number without bags)
scrunched up and crumpled into
balls, which to be honest we discard!
I ask you to make a resolution to
dispose of anything dirty, broken,
incomplete OR anything electrical by
putting them into your own rubbish
bins – PLEASE don’t use us as a TIP!
Well! I didn’t want to start the year
with a whinge but there you are, I
have.
We love to see our customers enjoying
their regular visits and catching up
with our volunteers and friends. If
you haven’t been in before, now’s the
time to do it. Our business hours are
Thursday and Friday 10am - 4pm, and
Saturday 10am - 1pm.
Chris
Co-ordinator
0417 566 486
Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House
59 Main Road, Riddells Creek
www.riddellneighbourhoodhouse.org.au
T: 5428 7836
Office Open Monday - Friday 10am - 3pm
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Whole Town Garage Sale! Saturday 15 March, 8-1pm. Register your sale for $5. Maps showing location/description of
goods of each sale available on the day from the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House. $2 per map.
Shiela’s In The Shed: The Men’s Shed will open their doors for women on Tuesday 4 March from 10am-12 noon. Come
along and learn how to use some tools.
Farmers Market: 3rd Saturday monthly at the Riddells Creek Primary School, 9am-1pm.
Community Garden: Everyone welcome!
Chefs Toolbox Fundraiser: For Manny and his family. Saturday 22 March, 3-5pm. Senior Citizen’s Building.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
Monthly Bingo mornings: Thursdays or Fridays.
Gardening Workshops.
Craft market in May (close to Mother’s Day).
Room hire from $5 per hour for NFP groups. $10 for commercial use.
We welcome suggestions for activities/events.
TECHNOLOGY
iPAD Beginners: 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb. 9.30-11.30am.
iPAD Intermediate: 17 March, 24 March, 31 March. 9.30-11.30am.
eBAY Beginners: Set up an account with eBay and PayPal and learn how to buy
online. Friday 21 Feb, 9.30-11.30am.
eBAY Intermediate: Must have a PayPal and eBay account already set up before
attending class. Learn how to sell items online. Fri 28 Feb, 9.30-11.30am.
Computer Connections: 8 week course. Use digital technology to connect with
others, search for information, send emails and share files, enjoy music/games/
books and pay bills. Learn how to manage security risks and troubleshoot. BYO
iPad or Android device. Starts Thursday 13 Feb, 9.30am-12 noon.
COMPUTERS/INTERNET
Public Computer/Internet Access: Most days from 10am-3pm. $2 per hour.
EXERCISE
Gentle Exercise to Music: Mondays 11.45am-12.45pm
Mixed Yoga: Tuesdays 10-11.30am, Wednesdays 9.30-11am.
Men’s Yoga: Wednesdays 8-9.30pm
Walking Group: Tuesdays 9-10am and Thursdays 9-10.30am. Meet at front of house.
Pilates: Thursdays 6-7pm.
ART/CRAFT
Watercolour Painting Classes: Suitable for beginners or those with some
experience. 7 week course starting Monday 10 Feb, 1-3.30pm
Woolly Friends Craft Group: Fridays 1-4pm. Bring a craft project to work on
whilst chatting over afternoon tea.
Spinners and Fibre Group: Tuesdays 11.45-4pm.
TRAINING
RSA (Responsible Serving of Alcohol): Thursday 20 March, 5-9pm.
Follow Basic Food Safety Practices HLTFS207C: Required for working in the
hospitality industry. Thursday 20 March, 9.30-3.30pm
Apply First Aid (Level 2) HLTFA311A: Flexible delivery. Date TBC.
Perform CPR: Date TBC.
LANGUAGES/LITERACY
Book Club: 2nd Wednesday monthly. 2-3pm.
Writing Group: 2nd Tuesday monthly. 10am-12 noon.
Spanish: Thursdays 10.30-11.30am.
French: Wednesdays 7-8pm, and Saturdays 9.30-10.30am.
Italian: Tuesdays 11.45-12.45pm. Other times can be arranged for French or Italian.
SELF AWARENESS/SELF HELP
Riddells Creek Heart Wheel Presentation: Introduction into energy medicine.
Tuesday 25 Feb, 7-9pm
Happy & Whole: 8 week program exploring ways to work with your mind to achieve
what you want out of life. Commencing Saturday 8 Feb, 10-11.30am or 7.30-9pm.
Meditation: Learn techniques to release tension and stress. Wednesdays 8.15-9.15pm.
Counselling: with Sandra Rogers 0450 942 888.
Spiritual Clairvoyant Readings: Bookings required.
KIDS STUFF
Kids’ Yoga: Wednesdays 4-5pm
Teen Yoga: Mondays 5.30-6.30pm
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Kids’ Art Classes: Tuesdays 4-5.30pm.
Expressions of interest taken for
Mondays or Thursdays 4-5.30pm.
School Holiday Fun: Check out our
website!
GROUPS
Men’s Shed: Tuesdays 10am-3pm and
Thursdays 7-10pm.
CWA: 2nd Tuesday monthly, 7.30-9.30pm.
Social History Group: 1st Monday
monthly, 7.15-9.30pm.
Food Gardeners Group: 1st Monday
monthly, 7-9pm.
Seed Savers: 2nd Monday monthly,
7-9.30pm.
Travel Club: 3rd Tuesday monthly, 7.309pm.
Park Upgrade Committee: 1st Thursday
monthly, 7.30-8.30pm.
Encourage Church: Saturdays evenings,
fortnightly.
Macedon Ranges Photography Group:
1st Tuesday and 2nd Monday monthly,
7-9.30pm.
Want to do something really memorable around
Valentine's Day this year?
An opportunity is being created for you to renew your Wedding
vows during a special morning service at Romsey on
Sunday 16 February.
If you would like to know more about faith in Jesus
please contact us. We would be happy to assist you in
your search for the true meaning of Life.
You are invited to join us at one of our Sunday Services
Life Groups recommence Monday 3 February
Chillax Youth Group recommences Friday 31 January
Evening PM Sunday Services recommence February
We also offer Before and After School Care, School
Holiday Vacation Care and weekly Sunday morning
children's programs during school terms.
Pastor Marilyn Hunter
Encourage Church - Romsey & Woodend
7 Mitchell Court Romsey
Ph 5429 6327
[email protected]
www.encouragechurch.com.au
Riding Inle Lake
By Lisa J Cole
We’re travelling east by bus leaving the temple city of
Bagan, Myanmar (Burma). The pot-holed-single-lanedual-direction road winds up and down mountains that
swirl stomachs. The monk who is sitting in front of us is
discretely vomiting in a black plastic bag. I have ours on
stand-by.
The view from the bus window changes somewhat from
flat, temple-strewn paddocks to lush, green mountains and
an abundance of fresh water. Inle Lake is an area of 116km
squared and sits between the Shan Hills. It’s a change of
scenery for the eyes.
The air is cooler here too, mountain homes are built sturdier,
and the people are as friendly as anywhere else we’ve been in Myanmar – smiling, welcoming and always saying
mingalaba (“hello” in Burmese) to us. The locals of Inle Lake live, work and play on the water. Homes and businesses
are built of wood, standing on long, thin stilts. Transport is by canoe, either motorised or paddle.
We hire a canoe with a driver for the day. We board a long, thin structure that sits the six of us on chairs with our
driver at the rear and we are taken out to see life on the
lake. We stop and meet a fisherman who shows us his
catch and his fancy footwork of skillfully maneuvering
his oar with his foot. Then he holds a large cone-shaped
net and balances it over his boat with confidence. He is
a real man of the water: living and working on the lake.
We continue on, the motor is revved up a notch, and we
pass taxi-canoes that transport 25 people at once. They
sit inside the hollow of the canoe, holding umbrellas
over their heads to keep the sun at bay. We slow down
and enter a labyrinth of narrow channels and on either
side we see the famous floating gardens. Tomatoes
climb stakes and spread out over the top of the water.
We stop at silverware and umbrella factories, but prefer
to be out on the lake with the breeze in our faces rather
than haggling shop owners. But then we make one last
stop, and I finally meet, face-to-face, women from the
Karen tribe, known as the long-necked women. This
cultural practice of the Karen tribe places thick, heavy
copper wires around young girls’ necks, lengthening them as they grow. It’s a practice many of the younger Karen
generation choose not to pursue.
The Karen women sit together in full dress: 15, 18, 50 and 60 years of age. On the table beside them sits a copper
necklace. We are told to pick it up,
and as we do we feel its true weight:
8kg! I can’t help but notice the
women’s drooping shoulders.
I’m telling myself this is really
happening, and I’m on the verge
of tears as my 14-year long dream
to meet a Karen woman comes to
fruition. We introduce our family,
shaking hands and smiling. We
sit down and talk. Our daughters
are timid at first as their necks are
noticeably elongated under the
golden wires, but that soon dissipates
with their genuine friendliness. The
shopkeeper tells us there are only
80 long-necked women left on earth,
and we had the privilege of meeting
four of them.
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At our December working bee members undertook much brush-cutting, weeding,
pruning and mulching focusing on the picnic area and the Correa bed in the
upper region of Wybejong Park.
On 4 January, members weeded and watered all of our 2013 spring plantings.
There were only two casualties out of 400 plants, so that’s a 99.5% success rate.
Very happy! Guided by what has done well nearby, we chose plants which like the
runoff from the cliff, such as Lomandra, Indigofera, Goodenia and Hemp bush,
which we expect will do better than what was previously planted there in 2008.
Although Poa thrive elsewhere in the Park, this particular site seems to be too
wet for them.
We cut and planted willows which have sprouted in the creek and pulled out
Scotch thistles below the escarpment. The deliberately damaged rail near the car park entrance was mended as well.
Goodenias along the path were pruned.
As there is always so much to be done to keep this area beautiful and environmentally successful for all Riddell
dwellers (humans, creatures and plants), we would love a few extra hands to assist whenever possible. This year
we plan to let you know what will be required for the upcoming working bees. Maybe you can spare an hour or two?
The working bees begin at 9am in the car park opposite the bridge, and morning tea is shared at around 11am. The
Greening of Riddell members are a diverse group of nice people, all sharing the same goal of maintaining this town
asset for all to enjoy.
On the first Saturday in February working bee, (1 February) we will need to brushcut many areas, weed, water and pile
up fallen debris ready for a burn off when temperatures and restrictions allow.
* Just a reminder that there is a lovely picnic spot well worth visiting at the bottom of Rivergum Road, on the right
hand side just out of Riddell on the way to Gisborne. Here you will find a beautiful area with plenty of space for ball
games, parking, and a large picnic table under beautiful shady trees right beside the creek. It’s a lovely spot for a
special tea or a place to just enjoy the outdoors. Greening of Riddell has recently erected a new sign for this area of
Wybejong Park.
Treetops Scout Camp
and Activity Centre
Our local business offers personalised private mobile
healthcare support to assist our clients in maintaining their
independence in their own home and community.
140 Royal Parade, Riddells Creek
Call our qualified managers today to discuss how we can
enhance your lifestyle and independence, including health
and domestic coordination.
OPEN DAY!
Please refer to our website for a full description of services
offered by our experienced team.
Sunday 2 March, 10am—3pm
Come and see what’s available at
our Camp and Activity Centre.
Check out our accommodation
buildings, campsites and activities.
Our Services
• Transport
– assistance to or from medical or allied health appointments,
on time and in comfort.
• Social Support
– assistance to attend shopping, social outings, lunch, movies etc.
Learn about the history of Treetops,
talk to our Committee about the
Camp or just stroll around and
see for yourself. You can even
try out some of the activities.
• Patient Advocacy
– attendance at medical appointments to translate jargon, take
notes for family, assist with scripts, pathology and radiology.
Sausage Sizzle and Drinks available
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• Personal Nursing and Home Care
– in your own comfortable surroundings.
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All Welcome!
For more information email:
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Farmers Market Update
***Next Market Saturday 15 February - 9am-1pm***
Happy New Year! We kicked off our
6th year with gorgeous weather.
Fresh local cherries were available,
as well as Sam and Jules joining
us from Half-Pint Vegan Dairy with
their spectacular ice-cream and
smoothies. Products so delicious
that they were sold out before
midday! Speaking of which Peelman Produce and Malcolm’s potatoes also sold
out too – January’s was a very busy market.
Macedon
Matters
Get Prepared for
Back to School
Safety!
Dhaba at the Mill (the scrumptious curry truck from
Kyneton) have joined as a regular at the market – I got
mine to take away for dinner. DIVINE. Make sure you get some in February.
The Australian Eucalyptus Company was back
again as was Alkira Organics with their stone
fruit. Dragi’s hydro lettuces are back, Alan
and Gillian were busy selling their respective
A-Grade meats (have you tasted what ethically
produced meat tastes like yet??) and Ilinka
was a favourite as always with her yummy
burek and scones.
Boonderoo Walnuts will be away from now
until April until the new seasons nuts are
available – we hope they get a little break as
well.
Josh from Josh’s Eggs was there (if you run out, his eggs are now available
at Foodworks), as was Gerrie’s preserves, Lyn’s honey, Karen’s olive oil,
Dean’s coffee, Bill’s wine, the other Bill’s hay, Elizabeth’s curry pastes and
pizzas, and Maureen’s Fudge.
Louisa from Shuki and Louisa’s Dips was noticeably missing – for good
reason too; she is celebrating the birth of her daughter Rosa, who we hope
to meet at a market soon.
Our Facebook page has now exceeded 1,000
‘Likers’ – are you one of them?
As the school year gets underway traffic
gets a little heavier on our streets.
People are back from holidays, school
buses are back and there are more
people walking or cycling to school.
Road
safety
around
schools
is
particularly important in the coming
weeks with some students going
to school for the first time. Drivers
should be aware of the changed road
conditions and speed limits around
schools and take extra care as children
return to school, especially in school
zones where children will be stepping
out of cars and crossing roads.
Children are easily distracted and may
not pay as much attention around
roads as they perhaps should. Young
children have not yet developed the
spatial awareness we have as adults so
I encourage everyone on the roads to be
alert and prepared for the unexpected
Slowing down and being vigilant is
crucial to keeping kids safe.
Parents also need to be alert when
dropping their children off at school and
ensure their child is in the appropriate
restraint for their age and size, obey
the parking restriction signs, keep clear
of the children’s crossings, and don’t
double park.
We look forward to our February market with
renewed energy. It is thanks to volunteers
that the market is able to run. Excitingly,
Ali Bant is now helping out and boy, are we
grateful for her enthusiasm and experience!
Thank you Ali!
Warm regards,
Amanda, Lisa, Meagan, Ali, Sonia & Marnie
www.facebook.com/RiddellsCreekFM
[email protected]
Joanne Duncan MP
State Member for Macedon
Call today for advice on wills, probate, estates
and trusts; conveyancing and property law;
family law; commercial law; litigation and
dispute resolution.
John Henry
Accredited Wills & Estates Specialist
Notary Public
Yeaman House, 5A Station St. Riddells Creek
Tel 5428 6507 www.tde.com.au
Open Tuesdays 9am-5pm, weekend by appointment.
61 Main Rd, Riddells Creek
PH: 5428 6376
www.macedonrangesmontessori.com.au
Tolhurst Druce & Emmerson Working with individuals, families and business.
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step up and step out for success
Riddell Wrap
Hello Everyone,
It’s the beginning of another school year!
To our new families, I offer a very warm welcome and thank you for enrolling your child at Riddells Creek
Primary School. You have made the right step towards their successful education. I also extend an invitation
for you to become active members of the Riddells Creek Primary School community.
To existing families, thank you for your continued support of our school. Thank you for your commitment
to the belief that the learning partnership between students, teachers and parents are the key to your
children achieving their full potential.
Riddells Creek Primary School strives to provide personalised learning experiences that develop each
student’s skills, knowledge and character. There is a strong focus on whole school improvement driven by
rigour, consistency and teamwork. The key values are confidence, commitment, persistence, cooperation
and respect. Student relationships and social skills are enhanced by the “You Can Do It!” and Kidsmatter
Programs. as well as the use of a restorative framework in dealing with conflict.
Emphasis is placed on Literacy, Numeracy, Science and History, but we also provide a broad spectrum
across the curriculum, encompassing Japanese, Art, Music, Sport, Physical Education and Technology.
We offer a wide range of enrichment programs including instrumental music, chess, student leadership,
reading and language support, maths support, choir, Active After School Programs, visiting artists and
gardening club. Transition into the school, across the school and into secondary school is a major focus.
Riddells Creek Primary School has a long tradition of parent participation in school activities. We, as
teachers, share with you the responsibility for your child’s continuing education and development, and
invite you to become involved in many aspects of school life. Please regard your child’s teacher as a friend
- a person in whom you may place confidence to advise and assist you throughout your child’s time at
Riddells Creek Primary School. We hope to be able to form a strong partnership built on respect and trust
that ensures the best possible education for your child.
Memorial Garden
The new Memorial Garden, completed by Rotary, has been a huge project and is absolutely beautiful! Led
by Charles and Noelene MacKinnon, it is a wonderful job and a special tribute to all those who served their
country. Congratulations and thank you from everyone at Riddells Creek Primary School. It is now our task
to make sure the students present and future understand the significance of this special space, respect its
importance and look after and nurture the plants.
I am sure this will come to be a significant place for the whole of Riddells Creek community.
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R
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K Principal
Riddells Creek staff and students have all been working hard developing our new school blogs. To check out our school blogs,
have a look at web address http://mskryan.global2.vic.edu.au.
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Graduation
On Monday 16 December the Grade 6 students celebrated
their Graduation with a dinner at Pitruzzello Estate Olive
Grove and Vineyard in Sunbury.
The evening was the result of a great team effort coordinated
by Claire Davis with a wonderful group of parents, students
and teachers. The efforts with decorations, fundraising
and organisation for the night made sure that it was a truly
memorable occasion.
A special thank you to Joanne Duncan MP, The Masonic
Lodge and Rotary for their generous support of the school.
Ph: 5428 7277
Fax: 5428 6981 E: [email protected] http://mskryan.global2.vic.edu.au
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Riddells Creek Scouts
We would like to extend an invitation to all Riddells
Creek children to come and give Scouting a go in
2014. Starting this month we invite children to come
along to three meetings and ‘try before you buy’. All
we ask is that Mum or Dad fills in our application
form for insurance purposes.
Joey Scouts (with two leaders and 10 children) is
for six to eight year old boys and girls. They meet
on Monday nights from 5pm to 6pm and you are
welcome to come along for a look from Monday 17
February.
The Cub Scouts (with four leaders and 20 children) is for eight to 11 year
olds. They meet on Thursday nights from 6.30pm to 8pm and would love
to see you from Thursday 13 February onwards.
Our active Scouts (with two leaders and over 20 children) is for 11 to 15
year olds and meets on Monday nights from 7pm to 9pm. The Scouts would
be happy to meet prospective members from the Monday 10 February.
Tania Huppatz
Your Personal Travel Counsellor
I am able to offer you personalised
travel services and can arrange all your
travel needs. I am very well travelled
and I am available at a time and place
convenient to you.
T: 5428 6061
M: 0427 286 061
E:[email protected]
www.travelcounsellors.com.au/Tania.Huppatz
The Scout Hall is in Sutherlands Road, located next to Riddells Creek
Sand and Soil.
Scouting is a great hands-on activity where your children will learn life-skills and make plenty of friends along the
way. It’s stood the test of time having been around since 1907 and is constantly adapting to our changing lifestyles and
the needs of our children. Scouting offers weekly meetings where education is disguised with fun and games. Scouting
offers Kangarees, Cuborees, Jamborees, Ventures and Moots: fabulous multi-day events where friendships are forged
and experiences can be life-changing. Scouting offers overseas exchanges where your child lives with another family
for six weeks: an unforgettable experience. Come and see what Scouting can offer your child!
Joey Scouts (ages 6-8) meet on Monday from 5pm to 6pm
Cub Scouts (ages 8-11) meet on Thursday from 6.30pm to 8pm
Scouts (ages 11-15) meet on Monday from 7pm to 9pm
Both boys and girls are welcome in all sections of the Scout Association. For more information about Scouting in
Riddells Creek please ring the Group Leader Melanie Kinsey on 0455 754 220.
ADVERTISEMENT
Joanne Duncan MP
State Member for Macedon
“I am always keen to listen
to any concerns or ideas
you have that will assist
me to represent you”
Authorised by Joanne Duncan MP
Shop 14/9 Goode Street Gisborne VIC 3437
Tel: (03) 5428 2138 Fax: (03) 5428 2919
Email: [email protected]
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Share the Road in The Ranges
By Margaret Douglas
Bike Safe Macedon Ranges with RoadSafe Central Victoria is running
a community road safety campaign over the next three months. You
will see signs displaying a message to “Pass Cyclists with Care” on
roads throughout the Macedon Ranges. The messages also appear on
posters and displays in our towns, the posters inform both drivers and
riders of relevant road rules and the need to give each other courtesy
and respect.
Bike Safe Macedon Ranges invites local businesses to support our safety campaign by displaying safety posters on
their windows or our displays in their venues. Some businesses have already kindly committed to assisting us. Please
telephone our president, Margaret Douglas on 0407 759 860 if your business would like to support us in this way. Your
support will be acknowledged on our active Facebook page.
Drivers, please think about how vulnerable a cyclist is when passing them on the road and give them plenty of space
when overtaking. Their lives depend upon your patience and consideration. We all want to get home to our families safely.
Meditation, or
“Why Sitting With Your Eyes Closed For 40 Minutes Could Be One Of The Best Things You
Do This Week”
By Sarah Gardner
Meditation. We’ve all heard of it, and a lot of us (well, mostly men...) like to make cracks about levitation, naval gazing or
unfortunately, due to that TV ad, fish slapping.
However, to dismiss meditation out of hand is unfair. There are many, many documented and demonstrable benefits that
arise out of taking time out for a little while, including better sleep, better decision making, lessening of tension and
anxiety, improved coping mechanisms and more zest for life being just a few. Whilst for many of us, sitting in the lotus
position for 20 minutes to an hour each day is an unreachable dream, taking an hour once a week is do-able. And the
benefits are great.
Meditation, at its heart, gives the body, brain, mind and spirit a chance to slow down and sync with each other again.
We all get dragged from pillar to post by everyday living, no matter our circumstances. We all have the same demands
of being constantly “on”, constantly ready, most of us multi-tasking like our lives depended on it (and occasionally, that
might actually be true!). But to live in this state of constant readiness is wearing, on our bodies, our minds, our spirit ... and
it eventually leaves us in no fit state to serve ourselves
well, let alone our families, friends and workmates. We
become tired, scatty, unable to think clearly and prone to
get worked up over tiny things.
The Heart Wheel
Integrated Health
Once we start to make a space for us to collect ourselves
again, literally to allow all the parts of us to start working
in rhythm again, in a space where nothing is demanded
of us except to just “be”, we start to live better. Life gets
clearer, our spirit becomes rested and we feel nurtured. So
think about making some “Me” time this week. I promise
you, you won’t regret it. (Fish slapping is not compulsory!)
MACEDON RANGES
PH: 5428 7755 l FAX: 5428 7733
5 Station St. Riddells Creek. 3431
Rosemary Fletcher
Meditation at The Heart Wheel is beginning in February.
Daytime sessions will be run, and if there is enough
demand, there may be an evening session as well. Space
is limited, so book in early. Sessions will be an hour in
length, and run for a cycle of four weeks with the fifth
week off. Cost for the four weeks up front will be $50, or
casuals pay $15 a session. Contact The Heart Wheel on
5428 7755 to book, or leave a message and Sarah will
get back to you to confirm details.
Laser Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine,
Maternal & Child Health Care
The Heart Wheel practitioners will be giving a talk on the
evening of Tuesday 25 February at the Neighbourhood
House in Riddells Creek, on Energy Medicine - What It
Is, How It Works, etc. Cost is a Gold Coin Donation, and
we will be covering all the aspects of what the various
practitioners at the Heart Wheel do. Time is 7-9pm. If
people have any questions, just leave a message at the
Heart Wheel on 5428 7755.
Matthew Lee Tet
Dr. Jude Ellis
Integrated General Medicine
Lisa Hodge
Naturopathy, Therapeutic Massage
Sarah Gardner
Reiki, Thought Field Therapy
Pain Management Counselling
Preventative Strategies for
Maintaining Wellness
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Rotary Ramblings
Happy New Year to all! We hope that 2014 is a safe
and happy one for you and your families. We also
hope that our CFA is kept very idle over the next few
months, especially in our locality.
Excitement has been stirring in our Rotary members
as we have been watching the initial stages of the
Memorial Drive landscaping take shape. After many
months our contractor was able to retrieve the boulders
from the boggy paddock, and following the end of the
festive season, landscaping was able to commence.
Our Landscapers were rather keen to get the job done
too as they were seen out in the extreme weather that
we experienced in mid-January. We are pleased to
report that the landscaping is now complete, and as
you can see from the photo, it’s looking great!
We had a break from meetings during January and are
looking forward to a combined meeting with Sunbury
Rotary where we will hear Father Bob McGuire speak.
It should be an interesting evening.
We look forward to seeing you when we are out and about and hope for your continued support throughout 2014. We are
always on the lookout for interested members. Remember you don’t have to come every week to be a Rotarian. If you are
interested in joining our club, contact our Secretary Charles MacKinnon on 5428 7411.
Riddells Creek Lions Club
Welcome everyone to 2014. We trust
you all had a very safe and enjoyable
festive season.
Lions were kept busy in the lead-up
to the New Year what with the Village
Christmas Party at the Lions Park on Saturday 14 December,
the Christmas Hamper raffle and Christmas Cake sales, as
well as a Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings on Boxing Day.
We managed to sell over 100 Christmas Cakes this year, with
special thanks to Williamson's Supermarket and Webber’s
Nursery for their assistance. Lovely cakes they were too.
The Village Christmas Party was a great success and we
look to making this an annual event where you can relax
for a little while in between the hustle and bustle that is the
lead up to Christmas.
The lucky winner of the Christmas Hamper was Ian Barclay,
ticket number 750. We are led to believe he is still working
his way through it! We know many of you think winning a
Lions raffle is better than winning Tatts, so for all of you
that were disappointed in missing out on the Christmas
Hamper, do not despair. We shall shortly be on the street
selling tickets for our Easter Egg raffle...where there will be
three prizes up for grabs! We look forward to seeing you
all during April.
We have recently been able to swell our numbers with the
addition of five new members. They have already shown
themselves to be an asset to the community with their
involvement in previous community projects, so we know
they will be of great benefit to the Lions Club as well.
We take this opportunity to thank you one and all for your
generous support in all these activities.
If you feel you are in a position to give back to our
community through Lions, contact our membership
chairman Ian Arnel on 5428 6897 or arnie3431@bigpond.
com or secretary Steve Williams on 5428 7320 or steven.
[email protected]
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Saturday 8am - 4pm
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Come and find out where you stand with a free initial appointment
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Wow what an amazing success our inaugural Village Christmas
Party was! The photos below hardly give justice to the fun we all
had on Saturday 14 December. There are so many people we want
to thank for their contribution to the success...
The Riddells Creek Lions Club
The Rotary Club of Riddells Creek
Joeys R Jumping
Brigid Krohn and the Riddells Creek
Primary School choir
Henni and Sandra of Riddells
Creek Neighbourhood House
Williamsons Supermarket
GLAMA Country Stores
Western Water
The team from Getting Riddell Right
Peter Horton and Riddells Creek Auskick
Fiona and Christian Fraser face painters to the stars!
Kristin – the happiest balloon
blowing clown in town
Riddells Creek Playgroup
Riddells Creek CFA and their
very jolly friend – SANTA!
InFlight Graphics for their banners
Our Lions Park Upgrade Committee are
presently seeking volunteers to join us in
our quest to give our beloved Lions Park
a facelift. If you would like to be involved,
please contact President Kristie Murden
on 0418 322 809. We are especially on
the lookout for someone who may be
able to assist us with Council’s Grant
Application process…
Sunbury’s
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Weekly Specials
Wednesday to Friday Special Lunch Menu - $16
Seniors Menu available Monday to Friday
Monday & Tuesday Nights - 2 for 1 Parma’s of the World
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Wednesday Night - Kids Eat Free (conditions apply)
Thursday Night - Seafood Night. If you love fresh
seafood, this is the night for you!
Friday Night - Happy Hour every night in the Bar
5.30pm - 6.30pm
for all your holiday
and business travel needs
Sunbury Square Shopping Centre
9744 4544
[email protected]
Live music in the Beer Garden starting Sunday 2
February. Meals and snacks available. Great family
day out. All welcome!
Keep up to date with all
upcoming events & functions on
our Facebook page & Website
5428 6777
10 - 12 Hamilton Street, Riddells Creek
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We are running a bus to and from the Rolling Stones
concert at Hanging Rock. Anyone interested, please call
the Riddells Creek Hotel to register your name.
If your
business is not
flat out . . .
Advertise
locally in
the Riddell
Roundup!
MACEDON RANGES
SCREENS & BLINDS
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Phone: 5428 4733 * 0418 589 188
* Aluminium Shutters
* Fly Screens * Interior Blinds
* Security Doors * Security Grilles
RIDDELLS CREEK
PHARMACY
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Professional Health Care, Service &
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Blackmore Vitamins
Kodak Photo Kiosk
Natio Cosmetics & Skincare
Tired of being late for your
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Medicare Easy Claim
Fax Service Available
Open: Mon, Wed & Thur 9am-7pm;
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Saturday 9am—1pm
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Ph: 5428 6622, Fax: 5428 7765
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SPORTING NEWS
Riddells Creek Girls Do Their Town Proud!
By Lisa J Cole
In December last year Riddells Creek netball girls Shannon Horton,
Ashley Cole and Sharna Ford spent a week in Sydney playing against
other state netball teams at the 2013 Indoor Netball Championships.
The competition was tough, especially in the humid conditions
and the girls were up against extremely tall Queensland players.
But the Vic Devils (aged 12 years and under) played strong and
hard, winning many of their games and making it to the semi-finals
against WA Storm.
Congratulations girls on such an amazing achievement - three
Riddell girls being selected to represent their state and giving it
their all. Well done!
Oval Works on the Reserve
If you have ventured by the Recreation Reserve recently you may have noticed that significant works have been done
on the Main Oval.
A combined operation by the Macedon Ranges Shire Council, the Recreation Reserve Committee of Management, the
Cricket Club, the Junior Football Club and the Senior Football Club has resulted in close to $90,000 being spent on
upgrading the oval. Work commenced in early November and it is expected that the Cricket Club will be able to use
the oval in late February/early March.
Some watering is required during the day, and it is pleasing that residents have kept off the oval during the works
and particularly whilst watering has taken place. There were a few teething problems early on, but these have been
rectified by Western Water and the Shire Council, both of whom gave approval to use recycled water during the day,
to get the grass to germinate and grow. The oval is now only being watered overnight between 10pm and 4am.
To give the grass further time to develop, residents are now asked to keep off the oval until early March, when the
Cricket Club will start to use the oval.
R i d d e l l s C r e e k Te n n i s C l u b
BIG DAY OUT
By Lindsay Sharp - President
The Macedon Ranges Running Club (MRRC) is a
social, non-competitive, recreational running group
located in Gisborne, Macedon, Riddells Creek and
Woodend. It is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit Club
with the emphasis on getting together for exercise
in a relaxed atmosphere.
The major platform for the popularity of our Club
is our Start Running Group (SRG) program which
takes non-running participants to running 5km
non-stop in eight weeks, and 10km in 13 weeks.
The speed of running is irrelevant as the distance
covered is done so at your own comfortable pace.
The SRG program is suitable for all ages and fitness
levels by using a blend of walking with running to
manage the change in fitness and ability. The SRG
occurs twice a year with the first for 2014 having
recently started.
We are also trialling a predominately walking group
in Riddells Creek which does not have the ambition
of non-stop running goals, but rather intersperses
with short periods of power walking or running (your
choice). We are finding this to be an ideal program
for injury management or if a specific running goal
is not desired.
For those who already have the ability to run 10km,
we offer an Intermediate Running Group (IRG) or, for
those a bit faster still, an Advanced Running Group
(ARG). The IRG and ARG cater for runners targeting
specific Fun Runs or just wanting a regular run.
With the support of Cobaw Community Health we
are following the Healthy Club profile from Sports
Focus and are looking forward to a great year of
running.
We invite participation in all of our groups. Please
enquire at [email protected]
Sunday 9 February, 10am – 1pm
Riddells Creek Tennis Club - NEW COURTS
Riddell Recreation Reserve
(opposite stadium car park)
Jumping Castle - BBQ, Soft Drinks
Social hit for juniors, seniors and prospective members
(so bring your racquet, kids and some energy!)
Club professional will be taking coaching clinics,
and discussing coaching for 2014
Racquets and balls available for Hot-Shot style beginners hit
Contact Steve 0433 022 332 or Graham 0417 033 098
CLUB NEWS: The first stage of our new courts was completed
in May 2013. This year we hope to commence Stage 2 - another
three courts and to turn the shelter into a fully serviced clubroom.
The Club currently has two junior teams playing on Saturday
mornings; two teams playing in the Tuesday morning Woman’s
competition; and three (possibly four) teams in the mixed Thursday
night competition, commencing in February. If you are keen to play
or fill in for any of these teams, come along and talk to us. Group
and individual coaching is also available which, with our new court
lighting, can be arranged at a time to suit you.
We look forward to seeing you at our Big Day Out. We need new
members to sign up and boost our player numbers in order to
complete Stage 2 of the project. Register now!
RIDDELLS CREEK NETBALL ASSOCIATION INC.
Players needed for Summer Season 2014
Two Grades: Years 3 – 6
and Years 7 - 10
Tuesday afternoons / evenings
Recreation Centre, Riddells Creek
Beginners welcome!
Enquiries to Annie Horton - President 0414 413 807
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COMMUNITY GROUPS
Riddells Creek CFA.....................................5428 6000 / 000
Riddells Creek Police Station.....................5428 6171 / 000
Macedon Ranges Shire Council..................... 1300 656 577
Charity’s Secret Op Shop.................................. 5428 6412
CIKA – Cancer in Kids @ RCH (Bernie Dawson).5428 6019
Greening of Riddell (Lyn Hovey)....................... 5428 6940
Macedon Ranges & Sunbury Bridge Club......... 9744 7816
Riddells Creek Scout Group
(Melanie Kinsey)........................................... 0419 886 791
Riddells Creek Landcare Group
(Ross Colliver )............................................. 0411 226 519
Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House.............. 5428 7836
ANIMAL HEALTH
Council Ranger............................................... 1300 656 577
Macedon Ranges Equine Vets........................ 0400 449 990
AUTO
G & S Automotive................................................9744
F & S Mechanical Pty Ltd....................................5428
Riddell Motors.....................................................5428
Slipstream Motorcycles.......................................9740
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Montessori Preschool........................................ 5428
Red Rock Christian College.............................. 9740
Riddells Creek Kindergarten............................. 5428
Riddells Creek Primary School.......................... 5428
Tolhurst Druce & Emmerson Lawyers..................5428 6507
ELECTRICIANS
HAIRDRESSERS
Electricol—Electrical Services .. 5428 6808 / 0418 323 267
Paul The Electrician...................................... 0416 190 968
Beau Hair & Beauty.............................................5428 7052
Mishka Hairdressing............................................5428 7950
Riddells Creek Hair & Beauty..............................5428 7244
SR Mobile Stylist............................................ 0439 880 321
HOME & BUILDING SERVICES
B & J Blythe Heating & Cooling...................... 0418 360 272
Blue Collar Excavations................................. 0407 230 597
Chris Climas Plumbing................................... 0412 681 580
Climatics Heating & Cooling................................9336 0514
Electricol—Electrical Services ... 5428 6808 / 0418 323 267
Layton Homes............................ 5428 4640 / 0418 100 068
Raldean Homes...................................................5428 7877
Riddells Creek Blinds..................................... 0417 420 262
Riddells Creek Builders Equipment Hire........ 0412 544 238
Riddells Creek Earthmoving....... 5428 6573 / 0408 541 820
Riddell Mowers & Power Equipment...................5428 7001
Rizzuto Plumbing....................... 5428 6888 / 0428 537 841
Romsey Mowers..................................................5429 6977
Macedon Ranges Screens & Blinds....................5428 4733
GLAMA Country Store................................... 0417 033 098
Lakeview Indian Restaurant............................... 5428 7111
Mmm Coffee.................................................. 0423 028 668
Mocha Leaf Cafe................................................ 5428 7360
Riddells Creek Hotel........................................... 5428 6777
Riddells Creek Bakery........................................ 5428 6534
Riddells Pizza & Pasta Restaurant..................... 5428 6076
Seasons Bistro, Bar & Deli................................. 5428 7501
Spices & Pestle Thai Restaurant........................ 5428 7998
Riddells Creek Community Newsletter
Contributors:
Deadline for all submissions is the 15th of
the month for the following month (except
December).
Where possible articles should be in an
unformatted Word document and emailed to:
[email protected]
Alternatively articles can be posted to:
Riddell Roundup Editor
C/-Riddells Creek Primary School
Main Road
Riddells Creek 3431
GARDEN/LANDSCAPING
John Haber Slashing................. 5428 7166 / 0427 058 164
Zelk’s Handy Man Services.......................... 0409 400 387
MEDICAL
Gaye Sharman Remedial Massage............... 0409 230 209
Macedon Ranges Chiropractic.......................... 5428 7100
Patricia Perrie Naturopath................................. 5428 7088
Riddells Creek Pharmacy.................................. 5428 6622
Riddells Creek Country Practice....................... 5428 7591
POST OFFICE
Riddells Creek Post Office................................ 5428 6602
REAL ESTATE
Chris Read Real Estate................................. 0418 588 275
RETAIL
Ric’s Convenience Store................................... 5428 7800
SERVICES
Personalized Cabs & Chauffeur Drive.......... 1300 13 9740
Sun-Ranges Hire Cars.................................. 0468 347 742
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BodyMinding..................................................... 5428 6461
Hatha Yoga........................................................ 5428 6558
Riddells Creek Dancing School......................... 5428 6223
Riddells Creek Tennis Club (Coaching)........ 0427 420 405
(Memberships).............................................. 0412 932 223
(Junior Teams).............................................. 0437 313 742
TRAVEL
Hello World Sunbury.......................................... 9744 4544
Tania Huppatz Travel Counsellor....................... 5428 6061
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