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FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY HOUSE INC

Forming Friendships ABN 30 127 305 127

Issue: No.53—July , 2009 PO Box 2008, Hazeldene, 3658

FUNDS FOR BUSHFIRE MEMORIALS

RESIDENTS of Murrindindi will have the chance to reflect
and remember the impact of this year’s devastating bush-
fires with the area to share in $2.5 million to create memori-
als.
The Member for Seymour, Ben Hardman said Murrindindi
Shire would receive $628,588 for memorials for the Kin-
glake Ranges, the Marysville Triangle, Flowerdale and the
Melba group.
“The Brumby Labor Government is taking action to help
Victoria communities recover from the devastating bush-
fires,” he said.
“Communities across the Murrindindi Shire were hurt by
this year’s bushfires and these memorials will be an impor-
tant part of the recovery process.
"This funding will provide residents in Kinglake, Flower-
dale, Marysville and the Murrindindi area the chance to re-
flect and remember the impact of the devastating bushfires
and is an important part of the recovery process.”
Community Development Minister Peter Batchelor said
memorials could be physical monuments, gardens, open
spaces for reflection, landscaping, sculptures, or a com-
memorative event.
“Funding can be used to create community memorials to
remember the bushfire events, to support communities to
acknowledge the scale, impact and loss as well as to ac-
knowledge their pride and resilience during recovery,” Mr
Batchelor said.
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OUR BEST EVER ART & QUILT SHOW

This year, our 4th, was our most successful to date, in spite of the
inclement weather and the difficulties we had in getting the hall
ready for us to use. The show was opened by Cr. Sally Abbot-
Smith, now the councilor for the northern part of Flowerdale.
Sally’s speech made mention of the resilience of Flowerdalians
and how she admired them for getting on with the job after such
adversity.

We have many to thank - Rotary Yea for loaning us the display

stands and to Alan for collecting and returning them . Thanks also
must go to Stan at Misty Valley Nursery for providing the plants
which made the hall look so lovely. Also thanks to Ian and Vicky
for getting the hall cleared and ready to setup and to David
Thompson for providing the extra lighting. One of David’s lights
changed colours and resulted in a lot of oohs and aahs when the
changing colours highlighted the different colours in a particular
quilt. Thanks to the Community House and the patchwork group
for their help in displaying the quilts, donating a food platter for
the opening and for helping out on all three days. Our sponsors
need a special mention: Hazeldene Store, Flowerdale Hotel and
Strath Creek Hotel all sponsored a People’s Choice Award.

Results of the People’s Choice were: Quilt – Sharon Dunn, Art Cr. Sally Abbot-Smith with Community House
Work – Robyn France (Whittlesea) and Photograph – Ken Mival. President Paula Turner
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Distribution: 500 copies to Silver Creek Rd., Silver Parrot Rd., Creekside Dr., Riverside Cres., the service road, Moore’s Rd., Spring Valley Rd. Upper King Parrot Rd, and the main road as
far as Minto Rd. Also the Hazeldene Store, Flowerdale Hotel, Strath Creek Store and Glenburn Roadhouse. Articles, advertisements, etc. can be left at the store, posted to PO Box 2008,
Hazeldene, or emailed to Brenda at brendab@internode.on.net

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ROAD REPORT
We have had a busy time
on the roads, as you all
are aware. From mid
May, 2009 up to
11/06/09, Kinglake Police
members have attended 3
collisions. One in the
Toolangi area involving a
motorcycle. Acting Sgt
BROWN attended and as
a result of the
investigation the rider was
issued with a penalty
notice for overtake when
unsafe. The other two
collisions were in the
Kinglake West and
Flowerdale area. Once
again drink driving has
played a part in the
Flowerdale collision and a
Flowerdale resident will
be facing court on drink
driving charges. The
Kinglake West collision
also involved a Kinglake Central. They
motorcycle, and
Constable WILLIAMS is
investigating the collision
and at this stage it appears
that the motorcycle is at
fault.
Whilst on the issue of
roads, please be mindful
of changed speed
restrictions and in
general, be aware of the
slippery road surfaces.
With the bad weather
approaching be mindful
of the changed conditions.
We have mud issues as
well as line marking
issues. Both these issues
are being rectified with a
street sweeper and line
markers now in the area.
The town continues to be
busy on the weekends
with the increase in
tourist traffic still an
issue. Police are still
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Police Report—Flowerdale/Glenburn
continuing to have a high pumps and similar items are very informative
police presence on the out of the public eye and Please take care on the
weekend for that reason. in cases where roads. 130 days have past
CRIME REPORT inappropriate to do so since that disastrous event
Again, for the same time make sure the items are and we are slowly
period as stated in the chained or bolted to deter beginning to see a change
road report, we have had offenders. in the landscape and
12 incidents reported. I am currently attending surrounds. It is going to
These range from thefts, meetings every week, 2 be a long haul in getting
to assaults and drug “Agency” meetings and 1 back to some sort of
offences. Some occurred Community Meeting. At normality, but we will get
as a result of domestic the agency meetings we there. Everyone needs a
violence issues and some address the current issues hand at some stage, just
from alcohol related of concern within our be there when they do. If
incidents. Out of these 12 community and we try we all continue to go
incidents, 8 have been and rectify them. I have forward together, the task
cleared by police, which learnt a lot since I’ve will be a lot easier in
means an offender has taken on this role as well achieving a positive
been or will be charged. as still running the station result.
from day to day. I My thoughts are with
Whilst we mention the
problem with the roads, strongly recommend that everyone.
you get to the community
we are all aware there are Take care and stay safe,
plenty of issues regarding meetings on a Wednesday
Acting Sgt Ron BROWN
trees and the clean up of night at 7 p.m., at the
Officer in Charge
sites. Recently a couple community centre next to
Kinglake Police Station
of “questionable” persons the basketball court at
purporting to be
contractors have been
identified offering their FLOWERDALE RECOVERY COMMITTEE
services. If people are
identifying themselves as INVITES THE COMMUNITY
contractors and you have TO
doubts, ask for some I.D. DISCUSS LONG-TERM COMMUNITY
The recent increase in RECOVERY PLAN WORKSHOP
domestic type issues and
some mental health/ WHERE: REC RESERVE, FLOWERDALE
depression type problems DATE: SUNDAY 19TH JULY 2009
has decreased this month TIME: 11AM
with no major incident
reported. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IS THE KEY TO MAKING
There has been a increase RECOVERY PLANS FOR FUTURE
in thefts of water pumps
and similar items. The COME & HAVE YOUR SAY IN OUR FUTURE
thefts have been all over
the area and to date no ALL WELCOME
offenders have been
identified. The offenders
are taking advantage of
easy targets and removing
the pumps with FLOWERDALE FRESH
considerable ease. Police FRUIT AND VEGETABLES, EGGS, ORGANIC ORANGE
are urging locals to keep JUICE, FOR SALE AT THE HALL THIS SATURDAY FROM
9.30 AM
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Congratulations to all three.
The Community House raffle quilt was won by Ross Davis, prin-
cipal of the primary school and second prize (quilted bag made
and donated by Debbie Schulz) was won by Marilyn Forbes of
Research.
The door prize donated by Noela from Nonie May Craft at Whit-
tlesea was won by Hilda Nixon of South Melbourne
SEWING MACHINES FOR THE
PATCHWORK & CRAFT GROUP
The Patchwork & Craft Group were delighted recently to receive
three brand new sewing machines and an overlocker from Rotary.
David Long from Yea Rotary visited the group in May to present
the machines. Pictured below are Liz Mival (Community House
Vice President) and Sharon Dunn who co-ordinates the patch-
work and craft group.

Interest in Nonie May trade table

David Long (Yea Rotary) with Liz and Sharon

FUNDS FOR BUSHFIRE MEMORIALS

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“Murrindindi Shire will work together with resident groups FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY HOUSE
to determine what sort of memorials might be appropriate
and where they might be.” Ladies of Flowerdale & Strath Creek are invited to join us at the
Flowerdale Hall on
Mr Hardman said Nillumbik Shire would receive $159,556 Saturday 18th July
for memorials at St.Andrrews and Arthurs Creek/ from 1pm
Strathewenthe Shire of Yarra Ranges
A group of ladies from the Kilmore area are generously donating
The Victorian and Commonwealth Governments jointly
a large number of quilts to the ladies of Flowerdale
established the Community Recovery Fund in February for & Strath Creek.
communities affected by the bushfires, each committing $5 Devonshire Tea will also be served.
million.
The Community Recovery Fund has already allocated $3 Please present ID on the day.
million for a Community Sports Recovery Fund.
RSVP as soon as possible to:
Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Bushfire Recovery Re- Odette (Tuesdays) 5780 2664
construction Bill Shorten said 19 councils would receive Vicki 5780 2023
funding and remembering the devastation caused by the Sharon 5780 1428
fires was an important part of the recovery process.
This is an event for adults
“How a community chooses to remember is up to them. We Please make alternative arrangements for your children
want the final decision on how many memorials there are
and what form they take to be made by local communities,”
Mr Shorten said.
“The courage and commitment to rebuilding of bushfire
affected towns across Victoria is inspirational. FLOWERDALE PLAYGROUP
“We will continue to support these towns recover and I be- WEDNESDAYS
lieve these memorials will be a fitting and necessary com- 10.00-12.30pm
memoration of the events of February.” Flowerdale Hall (Auspiced by the F.C.H)
$2 per family per week

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SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN

Volunteer Fencing Project – 2009
WORKSHOP
Sunday, 12th July 2009
12pm – 5pm
HELP WANTED URGENTLY
Kinglake West Hall
Would YOU or a TEAM of FRIENDS like to help
bushfire victims devastated by the February
FREE ENTRY
Wildfires?
Do you want a comfortable home? Are you physically fit and prepared to get a little dirty?

Then come to learn practical solutions for
energy efficient heating and cooling
Presentations by:
Duncan Hall
Designer/Builder, Sustainable Building Systems,
Limestone
Peter Lockyer
Architect, Tallarook
Mark Sanders
Architect, Third Ecology Architects, Geelong
Paul Mitchell
Designer of earth sheltered houses, ShelterSpace
Brought to you by the Murrindindi Climate Network
in partnership with the
Moreland Energy Foundation, Ltd.
For information contact Mary:
info@murrindindiclimatenetwork.org.au or 0402 181 513
or visit our website: www.murrindindiclimatenetwork.org.au
Please register as a Volunteer NOW as every fire
area needs volunteer labour for fencing teams to
assist rural land holders to replace their boundary
fences.
Teams are supported by machinery as required.
Volunteers with rural fencing skills are in high
demand to lead teams of willing volunteers
Ideally volunteers should be self sufficient as
accommodation opportunities will vary
considerably depending on the fire area you are
assigned to work in.
To offer your support for this important project
and to be directed to an area coordinator please
contact the VFF NOW
Ring the Volunteer Fencing Team on
1300 882 833

Girls’ Night Out We are delighted to invite the women

of Flowerdale to a free night out!
It’s been a while between drinks so we
Featuring are pleased to be offering friends a
Rebecca chance to get back together & catch up
Barnard for a complimentary meal and some very
formerly of special live entertainment.
“Rebecca’s
Empire” We hope to entice as many
Flowerdalians as possible to return for
the evening. So pick up the phone & ring
your Flowerdale friends & join us all for a
well deserved girls’ night out.

Friday 14th August

Flowerdale Hotel @ 7pm
Band starts at 9:30pm
Drinks at bar prices
Please book as places for meals will be limited
Ross Davis ph: 5780 1264
Louise Reed ph: 5780 1405 mob: 0425 814302
“Rebecca is an amazing
entertainer and renowned
This evening has been made possible due to
for her fabulous sense of
humour, story telling and caring & supportive friends & family who
musical ability; she is have donated generously for the sake of
bound to raise all our girls’ having a well deserved night out!
spirits.” Rsvp Tuesday 11th August

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From the Mayor’s Chair
Cr Lyn Gunter
It has been a busy week for
the Shire – and a cold one
too! We hope you have all
managed to stay warm and,
at the same time, enjoy the
change of seasons. Time
marches on…
Recently in Marysville, Par-
liamentary Secretary Bill
Shorten announced a state
government allocation of
almost $630,000 for our
Shire to establish appropri-
ate memorials for the family
and friends we lost on Feb-
ruary 7. We as a shire be-
lieve it is an important part
of the healing process to
decide how best to acknowl-
edge our losses and to dedi-
cate the future to them. All
areas affected by the fires
will receive funding for me-
morials and the best way to
allocate such funds will be a
community issue with con-
sultation and discussion.
On a more local basis, the
future Kinglake Men’s Shed
also received a government
grant of $50,000 to help
fund the project. It is a great
show of faith by the govern-
ment that our local men can
have a place to meet, chat,
swap practical ideas and
even tools and also develop
and cement new friendships
along the way. Our thanks
for this allocation.
As mentioned last week,
350 well deserving women
from our Shire and sur-
rounds will be heading down
to Lorne on the weekend of
July 10, 11 and 12 in a co-
sponsored ‘get away’ Bush
to Beach Retreat held at the
Cumberland Resort in
Lorne. For the minimal cost
of $80 all transport, food
and accommodation is pro-
vided. Registration is essen-
tial by contacting 0414 255
384 or email at
bush2beachre-
treat@hotmail.com. This
wonderful weekend is being
coordinated by KANDO,
VBRAA and the Cumber-
land 5 Star resort. (If more
than 350 women apply, an-
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PLAYGROUP
other weekend may be
planned for later in the It’s been a fantastic term at Flowerdale Playgroup. We have
year). been very spoilt in many ways this term but we are also very
happy to be reunited with so many friends.
If you know of a community
Early in the term we made the most of the warm weather as we
group that improves the
enjoyed many play days at the Strath Creek Park. Our first day
health and wellbeing of our
at the Flowerdale hall was sensational as there were so many
children and general local
communities you may be boxes of toys and craft to open, we enjoyed most of all playing
interested in the Common- with our crayola paints.
wealth Bank’s $10,000 com- We have had visits from Penny and Natasha from Playgroup
munity grant where the Victoria who brought along many goods. Penny and Natasha
bank, with criteria, will allo- have been a tremendous support to our kids and mums over the
cate Bank Staff Funds to term.
eligible groups who have We have had a visit form Sing and Grow, Kate kept us warm on
done ‘their bit’ for their com- a very cold day keeping both mums and kids entertained with
munity. her singing and actions. We have had fun with our new roller
Have a look at the website cars and enjoyed playing with our modeline. We have recently
at www.commbank.com.au/ celebrated Trinity’s 3rd Birthday with a yummy cake.
communitygrants - or con-
We are grateful to the many people who have donated goods
tact them on (02) 9378 7120 and to the Community House staff and friends who erected our
for further information. shed and who make sure our room is warm and ready each
It’s a great boom for the Wednesday
shire – and we would en-
courage you to apply where
applicable.
This week I am representing
the Shire and the commu-
nity in Canberra at two con-
ferences – the National
General Assembly of Local
Government and also the
Australian Council of Local
Government. I will be report-
ing all relevant details in
next week’s Mayor’s Chair.
It is an interesting week with
a number of relevant points
and meetings for our com-
munity.
Last week, Councillors at-
WHAT’S ON?
tended the following events .
focusing on local matters:
If your community group has an event coming up please let us
meeting with the Moonee know so it can be included in the Flyer.
Valley City Council regard-
ing ongoing fund raising
5th July Open Mic, Flowerdale Hotel
matters and youth support;
an Open forum and briefing 15th July PlayGroup trip to Scienceworks.
session at Alexandra; a 18th July Quilt Give Aways—Flowerdale Hall
number of radio spots on 19th July Replanting at Phelan’s Reserve, Collins
UGFM and ABC Kinglake; a Road, Flowerdale
Victorian Bushfire Appeal
19th July Community Recovery Committee workshop
and Advisory Panel meet-
Flowerdale Hall, 11am. All welcome
ing.
19th July Flowerdale Market Flowerdale Hall. Arts,
Thought for the week – Crafts, Fresh Fruit & Vegies, Plants & lots
‘Shoot for the moon. Even if
you miss, you’ll land among more. Stalls $10, phone Alison on 57801223.
the stars’, Les Brown. 19th July Acoustix—Flowerdale Hotel 12.30pm.
14th Aug Ladies Night—Flowerdale Hotel.
16-18 Oct Hoof Over Hills
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MURRINDINDI SHIRE
Council Rate Waiver for
Bushfire Victims
Murrindindi Shire Council will waive five months of rate
charges for ratepayers directly impacted by the Black Satur-
day bushfires.
The council has acted swiftly to pass on the benefits follow-
ing revisions to the State Government’s natural disaster
funding arrangements.
The decision, ratified at Council’s meeting on 27 May 2009,
sees a reduction, on a pro rata basis, for five months of
rates, garbage and recycling charges covering 7 February
to 30 June 2009.
Those benefiting from the decision include ratepayers
whose primary residence or business was destroyed or ren-
dered uninhabitable as a direct consequence of the Black
Saturday bushfires.
Ratepayers who meet the new criteria, set by the Depart-
ment of Treasury and Finance, and who have not yet paid
their rates will be sent a revised notice whilst those who
have already paid will be given a refund.
Properties affected by the fires but not meeting the criteria
are also subject to a supplementary valuation. A revised
rate notice based on the amended property valuation will be
issued.
The new rate charges and a detailed explanation of criteria
will be sent to all relevant ratepayers shortly.
Tips for Parents of teenagers and
young adults post bushfires
Look after yourself first: Lead by example with how you
express your feelings, use stress management techniques
and stay connected to friends and community.
Show patience and understanding: be tolerant of
moodiness, but don’t accept aggressive behavior. Choose a
time when they are calm to discuss behaviors that concern
you.
Talk about feelings and what happened: Encourage
talking about feelings including distress, grief and recovery.
Respect their reactions even if you don’t understand.
Help them gain an accurate perspective: Don’t over
protect them, talking about the tragedy will help them feel
better. It might be necessary to correct any
misunderstandings or rumours.
Assist with concentration and school problems:
Encourage physical activity and regular breaks from school
work. Help set up homework timetables, and breaking big
tasks into smaller steps.
Help them manage distressing feelings: Try to maintain a
regular household routine. Encourage healthy eating and
plenty of sleep. Teach them relaxation techniques, and
encourage seeking professional help if needed.
Encourage them to take action: Positive action such as
donating blood, volunteering, assisting with rebuilding your
home all represent powerful remedies to feelings of
hopelessness.
Keep them connected to others: Provide support with
transition to new schools, explain why friends or teachers
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may not understand how they feel, encourage hanging out
with friends and engaging with youth groups.
Suggestions collated from parent information session held
at Kinglake Community Centre on Friday 5 June.
Coordinated by Kinglake Ranges Representative Group
and Whittlesea Wellbeing and Mental Health working
group.
For further information or assistance please contact the
following: Mitchell Community Health Service 1300 773
352, DHS Bushfire Information Line 1800 727 077 or the
Nurse on Call 1300 606 024.
Business Recovery Information
Sessions Provide Helping Hand
Murrindindi Shire Council in conjunction with the Rural Fi-
nancial Counselling Service recently conducted a series of
business recovery information sessions throughout the
shire. More than 100 businesses attended the sessions and
were provided with a wealth of information to assist in the
wake of the bushfires.
The sessions included presentations from many govern-
ment and aid agencies. Topics covered included financial
counselling, legal issues, accountancy, and insurance mat-
ters. Participants also learned how agencies such as Cen-
tre Link, Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Murrindindi
Shire Council can be of help.
Key messages included:
Financial Advice -The Rural Financial Counselling Ser-
vice offers free financial advice call 5735 4342
Legal Matters - contact Victoria Legal Aid to find out about
all your rights. For any matter relating to the bushfires in-
cluding insurance matters their free legal help line is 1800
113 432
Insurance - The Insurance Council of Australia can give
advice on the most effective dispute resolution procedure.
They also provided details on how to insure for the future.
1300 728 228
Accounting - CPA Australia can help with getting financial
accounts back in order together with how to wind up an ex-
isting business and understanding what financial options
are available. 1300 737 373
Small Business Mentoring Services - The Small Busi-
ness Mentoring Service is a free service available for every-
one affected by the February Bushfires. They can help with
applying for grants and can assist with marketing, sales and
websites 9879 4476
Centrelink - welfare support services and a gateway to
other government agencies. Many affected by the fires may
be unaware of their entitlements and it’s worthwhile visiting
one of the Centrelink hubs set up for bushfire affected resi-
dent to discuss your individual situation. Call 1800 050 004
Taxation - The ATO are being very lenient with BAS and
tax returns for those affected by the fires. The ATO can
help get your tax affairs back in order Call1300 304 975
Murrindindi Shire Council can assist in sorting through
many complex issues. Call the Council’s Economic Devel-
opment Department on 5772 0318
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The Hon Fran Bailey MP
Federal Member for McEwan
Fran’s plan aims to help
youth get to university
Member for McEwen Fran Bailey has unveiled a plan to
save gap year students from the Federal Government’s
study trap after sudden changes to Youth Allowance
eligibility.
Fran has gained Coalition support to push for a 12-month
delay to new workforce participation criteria for students
who chose to defer university study.
Under Fran’s plan, the Coalition will seek a new starting
date of January 1, 2011 and the introduction of a new
Rural and Regional Scholarship program.
“The Government’s abrupt changes to Youth Allowance
are unjust and unfair for young people from our local
communities who often must live away from home to
undertake study in courses of their choice,” Fran said.
“I have met with Deputy Prime Minister Ms Gillard to raise
concerns about inequities for our local students and their
parents flowing from the Government’s decision to change
the rules mid-stream.
“Under my plan, current gap year students will be removed
from the Rudd Government’s university study trap.
“I will not support the Government’s bid for retrospective
changes to legislation announced.”
Fran said her plan would ensure that local students
currently working to qualify for Youth Allowance under the
existing rules would still qualify for Youth Allowance in
2010.
“These are the students who completed secondary school
last year and chose to defer university studies for a year to
gain valuable work and life experiences before returning to
textbooks and learning,” Fran said.
”For many, and particularly those from our rural and
regional areas, it was a choice to also gain employment
and earn money that would assist in living expenses when
they started university study, making it possible to enrol in
a choice of study at a university of their choice.”
Fran’s plan also proposes a new, effectively targeted,
Rural and Regional Scholarship program to assist students
who face the additional financial burden of living out of
home while studying.
“Very few young people from rural and regional areas are
able to enrol at a university in their own town or city,
requiring a greater financial commitment by students and
their parents,” Fran said.
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School templates must include
fire safety measures, says Fran
Templates for construction of new schoolrooms must allow for
inclusion of fire-safe features, said member for McEwen Fran
Bailey.
Fran said the hasty adoption of templates by the Federal and
State Governments had ignored the need for local schools to
become fire-safe havens.
“Our local schools are seeking to construct new facilities after a
decade of neglect by the Brumby Government and are frustrated
that the templates presented to principals and school councils fail
our local requirements,” Fran said.
“The Government’s bureaucratic straightjacket must be removed
to allow our schools to develop practical and sensible plans for
school buildings.”
Fran said the Federal Government should extend the deadline for
funding applications from local schools to allow for the
development of more flexible building templates.
“One size does not fit all. Our communities need fire-safe
buildings.
Winter priority: reduce
fuel on our roadsides
REMOVAL of fallen branches and high grass from local
roadsides must be a priority over winter, said member for
McEwen Fran Bailey.
Following the Black Saturday fires, Fran raised the need for
greater roadside fuel reduction programs.
Residents sharing Fran’s concerns that roadside fuel
continues to accumulate, increasing the fire risk in local
communities, have been active in providing examples on
local roads.
“Local councils and the Brumby Government must
immediately announce their plans for an accelerated
program to clean up our roadsides,” Fran said.
“People are concerned that unless the work is done over
winter, the risks will be even greater to our communities
when summer returns in less than 160 days time.”
Fran said councils should also consider a relaxation of
rules that currently prevent the removal of dead or fallen
trees from roadsides.
“It is important that we achieve a greater balance between
community safety and protection of the environment,” Fran
said.
“Many of the regulations prevent sensible land
management and fire prevention practice in our
communities.
“We must have far more sensible and practical policies to
reduce the fuel loads along our roadsides.”
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DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN: Pay your Rego, Phone Bill, Electricity and many more at the
store…

If you’re not sure if you can pay it with us bring it into us and we will check for you.

Need to send a money order?

Got a money order you need cashed?
Come in and see us at the store.

ENVELOPES, POST BAGS AND BOXES, STAMPS MANY MORE ITEMS AVAILIABLE…

TRADING HOURS
MON - SAT 7:00AM - 7:30PM
Food until 7pm
SUN 9:00AM - 7:00PM
Food until 7pm
PUBLIC HOLIDAY 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Ph 03 5780 1202
Fax 03 5780 1543

Joanie and her husband Ray brought the Hazeldene Store in

1949 and ran it for 5 years. This would have been very hard
work Joanie had contracted polio in the late 1940’s. Ray and
Joanie lived in Flowerdale at the Hazeldene property for fifty
years. Joanie moved out of Flowerdale in 2001 after her
husband had passed away.

Joanie regularly comes to visit the town she loves so much. She visited just before her birthday and had her photo taken
out the front of the store.

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WANTED—Your Stories of Black Saturday Weekend LET’S HAVE A LAUGH

There is a small group of us who are putting together a book of
stories of Black Saturday weekend. We are doing this to allow
everyone an opportunity to have their particular story told. If
you were affected by the bushfires, we would be glad to include
your story in this publication. You may put your thoughts in writ-
ing (either on computer or hand-written) or if you would prefer
you can phone Catherine Turnbull and she will come out and
listen to your story and write it up for you. You will at all times
have control over what is published and all stores will be pre-
approved by you. Poems, Artwork and Photos are also welcome.
You may express your experience in any format you choose.
Catherine Turnbull can be contacted on 0400 687 771 anytime
and stories can be left at the Flowerdale Salvation Army Relief
Centre for collection or e-mailed to gaturnbull@yahoo.com.au. If
you would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact
Catherine on the above phone number. Catherine has been
working with the Blazeaid fencing group and is a Pastoral Care
worker with the Kilmore Anglican Church.
Catherine Turnbull.
Free Wildlife Animal
Feed
Free Carpet
Free wooden troughs for anyone living in
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Older Woman: Oh, I see.
Traffic Cop: Can I see your license please?
Older Woman: Well, I would give it to you but I don't
have one.
Traffic Cop: Don't have one?
Older Woman: No. I lost it 4 years ago for drunk driving.
Traffic Cop: I see...Can I see your vehicle registration
papers please.
Older Woman: I can't do that.
Traffic Cop: Why not?
Older Woman: I stole this car.
Traffic Cop: Stole it?
Older Woman: Yes, and I killed and hacked up the owner..
Traffic Cop: You what!?
Older Woman: His body parts are in plastic bags in the
boot if you want to see
The traffic cop looks at the woman and slowly backs away to
his car while calling for back up. Within minutes 5 police cars
circle the car. A senior officer slowly approaches the car,
clasping his half drawn gun.
Officer 2: Ma'am, could you step out of your
vehicle please! The woman steps out of her vehicle.
Older woman: Is there a problem sir?
Officer 2: My colleague here tells me that you have stolen
this car and murdered the owner.
Older Woman: Murdered the owner? Are you serious?!
Officer 2: Yes, could you please open the boot of your
car, please.
The woman opens the oot, revealing nothing but an
empty boot.
Officer 2: Is this your car, ma'am?
Older Woman: Yes, here are the registration papers.
The traffic cop is quite stunned.
Officer 2: My colleague claims that you do not have a
driving license.
The woman digs into her handbag and pulls out a clutch purse
and hands it to the officer. The officer examines the license
quizzically.
Officer 2: Thank you ma'am, but I am puzzled, as I was
told by my officer here that you didn't have a license, that
you stole this car, and that you murdered and hacked up the
owner!
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Ben Hardman MP
Member for Seymour

MORE HELP TO REBUILD FIRE-AFFECTED COMMUNITIES

THE Brumby Labor Government’s commitment to rebuild the fire-
affected communities will be boosted by a $173,000 Brumby Labor Gov-
ernment grant to build new men’s sheds.
The Member for Seymour, Ben Hardman, said a $50,000 Brumby Labor
Government grant would fund the new Kinglake Ranges Men’s Shed.
“This grant will help the Kinglake Ranges Men’s Shed to construct the
internal fittings in its shed, which is aimed at being accessible for men of
all ages,” Mr Hardman said.
“Many men affected by the bushfires are looking for help and men’s
sheds make it easier for them to access the support and services they
need.
“Local men will be encouraged to come along, talk over their issues with
others, seek help and advice and work on projects that will have real and
practical benefits for the community in a relaxed environment.
“Using their existing talent, or learning new skills from others, the shed
will help local men to build benches and playground equipment for pub-
lic parks and other rebuilding projects needed within the broader Kin-
glake Ranges community.”
Shed co-ordinator Cris Ruhr said the funding would be used primarily for
internal fittings, including a kitchen, toilets, an office and furniture.
Mr Ruhr said the shed had already generated great community interest
from those still living in the Kinglake area and those temporarily living
elsewhere.
The group currently has about 14 members but once the shed is com-
plete, “every bloke that’s still living on the mountain will be ready to join
up”, he said.
Senior Victorians Minister Lisa Neville said that the Kinglake Ranges
Men’s Shed was one of five grants for men’s shed facilities in Victorian
fire-affected communities.
“The Brumby Government will continue to stand by communities as they
recover and rebuild after this year’s tragic bushfires and we are doing
everything we can to assist people better connect with their neighbour-
hoods, to build stronger families and stronger communities,’’ Ms Neville
said.
“These sheds will provide a relaxed place for men to make new friends,
talk things over, learn new skills and get involved in the local commu-
nity, which has great benefits fro their individual health and wellbeing as
well as the wider community.’’.
Ms Neville said the new men’s sheds would build on 25 funded by the
Brumby Labor Government last year as part of its $4 million program.
“Victoria led the nation by being the first government to provide specific
funding for the establishment of the sheds and they have been a great
success,’’ Ms Neville said.
Men’s sheds are funded as part of the Brumby Labor Government’s $1.9
billion Fairer Victoria initiative; a whole of Government social policy
action plan to address disadvantage and promote inclusion and partici-
pation.

Victoria Legal Aid helps people keep informed about debt

As the end of the financial year approaches, Victoria Legal Aid managing director Bevan Warner is encouraging peo-
ple with financial problems to act early, get on top of their situation and take advantage of Legal Aid’s free legal infor-
mation services.

“Not surprisingly, one of our most in demand publications at this time is on managing debt,” Mr Warner said.

Victoria Legal Aid’s publication Debt problems: The law, your options is available free of charge to help people ex-
periencing financial difficulty, and may especially be relevant to people who have recently lost their job.

Mr Warner commented on how easy it was for people to feel overwhelmed by legal proc-
esses when faced with a financial crisis.

“Being in debt can be a very stressful time, with so many questions around demands for
payment, legal notices and letters about what you owe, and visits made by debt collec-
tors.”

“This free publication covers how you can work out what is owed, deciding what to do,
and making a plan you can afford,” Mr Warner said. “It helps people to understand the
importance of being more in control and of avoiding the traps that can worsen your situa-
tion.”

Debt Problems can be ordered free of charge or downloaded online at www.legalaid.vic.gov.au

Victoria Legal Aid also offers a free telephone legal information and referrals service Monday to Friday, 8.45am to
5.15pm.

For free information or a referral, call 9269 0120 (or 1800 677 402 for country callers).

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Your Health and Well-Being

From Community Health

Men’s Health
Five men die every hour in Australia from potentially preventable illness. It’s time for Australian men to get out of their comfort zone
and start thinking about their health. Even when feeling healthy, a simple yearly visit to a GP can often save a man’s lifestyle and
maybe his life. Men can live longer if they keep in touch with their health.
Many Australian men find it hard to front up to personal and potentially life-threatening health issues. Small changes to a man’s
lifestyle can avoid many potential health risks and early death. Early detection is the key to surviving illnesses and knowledge of family
health history is important.
Good mental health is as important as good physical health. Aussie blokes are renowned for their ‘no worries’ attitude yet the rate of
suicide in Australia is 4 times higher for men than for women. The most common mental illnesses are depression and anxiety disorders.
Everyone experiences stress and sadness from time to time, but when these feelings become so overwhelming that they interfere with
daily life, professional help is needed.
It’s up to men to talk openly to each other. Men can help each other by sharing their health experiences.
As a start, men can take five preventative steps:
Share your family history with your GP.
Know your healthy weight.
Check your blood pressure.
Stop smoking.
Maintain a healthy mind and a healthy body.
Men’s Health Week 2009 provides an opportunity to increase awareness of important health issues. It celebrates the contribution men
make to family, work and the community, but reminds us that men don’t need to ‘tough it out’ or ‘go it alone’, and they shouldn’t.
For more information, phone 1300 300 817.
(Information from www.menshealthweek.com.au)

Rainfall NEWS FROM THE OP SHOP

in Broome Road This month has been a little more profitable than
previously which is encouraging. We have received plenty
June 2009 of good donations, so we have a good supply of Winter
(to 22nd June) 57mm clothes at present.
Total for May 2009 18mm
I would like to reinforce that every effort is made to ensure
Yearly Total that all the items we sell are clean and in a good state of
to 22nd June 2009 163mm repair. Some of the donations we have received do not
to 30th June 2008 243mm meet these standards, with the result that time and money
is wasted disposing of them. Please do not donate
Regards
Virginia anything which you would not buy yourself.
We cannot sell toys or electrical items under the terms of
our insurance policy, so please do not leave those items
outside the shop.
ADVERTISING RATES We still need volunteers, if you can donate three or four
hours a week ring Liz on 57802378.
1/16 page $10.00
DEADLINE FOR 1/8 page $20.00 Remember, all the money we make goes to the
1/4 page $30.00 Community House.
AUGUST EDITION 1/2 page $45.00 Liz.
Full page $90.00
MONDAY 20TH Classified Ads $1 line
Personals free RECEIVE YOUR COPY OF THE FLYER BY EMAIL!
JULY
email Brenda at We can now email a copy of the Flowerdale Flyer to you. Just
brendab@internode.on.net, or email your name and address to Brenda at
post to PO Box 2008, brendab@internode.on.net and we will add you to our list.
Hazeldene 3658. Photos will be in colour, and you won’t have to wait for delivery.

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1st Kinglake Scout Group

Cub News Venturers are serious about having a great time and getting the most they
Congratulations to Van French who recently attained the highest award can out of life. You don’t need to have any prior experience in Scouts to
in Cubs, the Grey Wolf. On top of many individual achievement badges become a Venturer.
and as a final part of achieving the Grey Wolf award she organised a What are you waiting for? Kinglake Scout Group will be starting our own
group of Cubs for a supervised two hour hike in Mt Robertson State Venturer Unit in 2010. Call or email now to register your interest.
Forest. The group stopped at the King Parrot Creek to pull hike stoves
and supplies from their backpacks and boil up a hot Milo. They contin- Group Committee
ued on after the rest to finish just before nightfall. All the cubs thought it At a special committee meeting the Scout Group Committee and Leaders
was fun but tiring. provided feedback to Kinglake Ranges Representative Group for input
Scout News into the community recovery plan.
Thank you to Kinglake’s own ‘Starry Messenger’ Steve Fleming for Thinking of Joining?
coming along and showing us the stars and talking to our Scouts about If you are interested in joining Cubs, Scouts or to register for Venturers;
astronomy. or you are an adult looking for a rewarding outlet as a leader or assistant
Recently the Scouts have been preparing for our five day Wilsons Prom- please contact:
ontory expedition coming up in the July school holidays. Ray Bartlam on Ph: 5786 1529 or email the group mco-
We also had a fun night of laser challenge at the Dark Zone in Box Hill bern@bigpond.com
for our last night of term two.
Venturers in 2010
Are you aged between fourteen and seventeen? Feel like doing some-
thing with your life? Don’t know where to start?
Try Venturer Scouts. It’s a do-it-yourself mix of adventure and personal
challenge that will bring you together with others who share a spirit of
adventure. You may find yourself exploring the Australian wilderness,
camping above the snowline or diving on coral reefs. You could be ab-
seiling into a limestone cave or climbing a sheer rock face. Perhaps
white water kayaking or mountain biking is more your style!
But it’s not all about outdoor adventure. You’ll develop confidence,
independence and teamwork skills through managing your own Venturer
Scout Unit, where the adult Leaders provide advice instead of telling you
what to do. You can get involved in staging professional shows, learning
responsibility for the environment and working on service projects to
help others in the community.
There are leadership and management courses available that will help
you in your career and personal life, and you can work towards achiev-
ing the ultimate goal – the Queen’s Scout Award – which employers
regard very favourably. Venturers also have the opportunity to travel
around Australia and overseas for events. Above: Van French receiving her award with Cub Leaders Lyn
Johnson and Kathryn Flannagan.

MARKET & CAR BOOT FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY HOUSE

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
SALE Will be held on Wednesday 26th August, 2009
Flowerdale Hall at the Flowerdale Hall,
commencing 7.30pm.
SUNDAY 19th JULY All welcome
9AM – 1PM

Come and support your community market . Art, craft,

fresh food and veg, and hot food.
Stalls only $10 inside or outside

Phone Alison 5780 1223

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Flowerdale Primary School

HAPPY AND BUSY AT FLOWERDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Life at Flowerdale Primary School just gets busier by the day. It is such a little school, but with all the same
jobs as a big school. So our teachers—Ross, Amy, Christine and Brooke—our Welfare Teacher—Adele—our
Office, Integration and Library Staff—Alison, Anna, Tina, Annie and Paula—our new Chaplain—Sue—all
take on additional duties to spread the load.

This year the Staff have had to do a lot more than ever before. More than half our kids and their families have
lost the familiar warmth and security of their home. Every child has a story to tell, and every child deals with
their situation in their own unique way. Ross. Amy, Christine, Brooke and Adele, with compassion and care,
provide a familiar environment where our kids can express their feelings with safety and respect.

A few years ago, when Brooke was the Prep/1/2 Teacher, she had a set of footprints drawn on to a large piece
of paper. The children would stand on those footprints and slowly learn how to walk in another person’s shoes.
This gentle lesson in empathy has, in various ways, resurfaced in each of our classrooms since February.

Our beautiful Librarian and Integration Aide, Paula, like so many others, left on 7th February with little more
than her can and the clothes she wore. That was the last time she would ever see her home as it was. Yet,
Paula has worked beyond her paid hours reading, cataloging and covering the hundreds of hew books which
have flooded into the school over these past months, or helping our with a huge range of unusual jobs.

Tina works with the kids every Friday, but spends countless hours sourcing great things for our school garden,
then more countless hours working with our Garden Gnome Parents, planting and maintaining the school
grounds.

Alison, our Business Manager has to squeeze a five day a week job into three days, yet she is the smile every-
one looks forward to on those three days. The passer-by will often see Alison’s car in the car park on week-
ends or early evening.

Arguably, it’s Anna who is the queen of multi-tasking—working in the classroom, the office and keeping our
school clean. All this while, quietly in the background doing stacks of work for the community.

There is not a person on the Staff at Flowerdale Primary School, who does not value and love their job, even
with all its little added extras. Our Parents and their kids are our Flowerdale family. Our Staff Room is their
Coffee Shop and meeting place. We welcome them with open arms, and they know why “Every Day Is Open
Day @ Flowerdale Primary School”.
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But, is there another reason why the staff @ FPS don’t mind doing a few extra jobs? Could it be because their
“boss” takes them on a Mystery Night at the end of each term? It is a not-very-well-kept secret that Mr D took
his staff on their first Mystery Night, via many detours, into the City of Melbourne. There, they are reported to
have let their hair down just a little, enjoying a fantastic dinner followed by a session at the Melbourne Com-
edy Festival. Rumour has it that Mr D took his staff to the movies for their second Mystery Night—Gold
Class no less. Makes it all worthwhile, doesn’t it?

Happy Holidays everyone.

This page proudly sponsored by Ben Hardman, MP—State Member for Seymour
Shop 5, 30 Wallis St, Seymour Fax: 5799 0488
PO Box 145 SEYMOUR Vic 3661 Ph: 5799 2760 Email: benedict.hardman@parliament.vic.gov.au

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FLOWERDALE CHOIR BRINGS TEARS TO THE EYES OF STEVE AND GREG, BEFORE STEVE AND GREG BRING
TEARS TO OUR EYES

What’s their names again? Oh that’s right – Steve Poltz and Gregory Page. Quite a few of us didn’t
really know who Steve and Greg were. However, the lure of a pasta dinner, a free concert and high
recommendations from those who were familiar with the boy’s music, made the choice to go easy.
We weren’t disappointed with the evening.

While the Primary School Singing Group (and their entourage of friends and fans) was burning off
energy outside, the rest of us were filling our tums with pumpkin soup and pasta – the deadliest rich
bolognaise and yummy chook & vege pastas. See what you may have missed our on? And we
haven’t even got to the desserts yet.!

When the Singing Group hit the stage, the energy was electric, and the kids sang with such passion
and volume that both Steve and Gregory were delighted. The kids brought a tear to the eyes of our
visitors. They were a credit to our lovely Gerri, who was plucked from obscurity, (after a few drinks
and a bit of karaoke at a staff Christmas Party) and elevated to the lofty heights of Singing Teacher at
the School. She certainly knows how to bring out the best in the kids.

We think our visitors liked Flowerdale. They liked the nice relaxed vibe. They liked the tucker. They
were much more interested in finding out about Flowerdale than in promoting themselves. And they
loved our Singing Group!

Not only that – they did not batt an eyelid when the entire pre-school population of the Hall were right
up there in the mosh dancing with delight at their new musical heroes. One could spot the odd parent
or too having a small breakdown, thinking that their dancing offspring may be distracting, but Steve
and Greg seemed to take great pleasure in their newest fans. At one point, the kids were mimicking
everything Steve was doing on stage – and he had them making some very interesting moves.!

Taking a little detour from their touring schedule, the friends from San Diego, California, visited the
Flowerdale Hall on a cold and rainy night, entertaining more than 80 of us with their sharp lyrics,
cruisey music and funny banter. “Going to Flowerdale” – written and sung by Steve Poltz was a
definite fave for the night, as was “I don’t like you anymore” by Gregory Page.

Now, the song “Amazing Grace” is one which people put into either the “love it” or “hate it” basket.
Tuesday 4th June at the Flowerdale Hall should surely go down in history. Why? Because that’s the
night that every person in the Flowerdale Hall put themselves into the “love it” basket. The other
basket was empty! And like Steve and Greg, earlier in the evening, many of us had a few tears in our
eyes as Amazing Grace was played and sung.

We say a huge Flowerdale thank you to Steve and Gregory for coming out to spend the evening with
us. We say a huge Flowerdale thank you to Milan who paid to bring the boys out to us, and we say a
huge Flowerdale thank you to Eamon for suggesting and organizing that they come out here in the
first place.

Rumour has it that the boys may be back in OZ before the end of the year. How awesome would it be
to have them back in Flowerdale? Watch this space.

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FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY HOUSE

Community Dinner- Wed 5th August Lil Fi and her three piece band dinner commencing at 6pm
(Gold coin donation) with the Flowerdale Choir performing this is a family friendly event with everyone
welcome at the Flowerdale Hall. BYO Licensed

Next Community Dinner- 9th September ( with “Wishing Well”

(With thanks to Tom Gilfillan from Blue Circle Transport and for supporting these dinners)

Beginners Computer Course- This course is offered as an individual needs workshop and will run one evening a
week. This intake is fully booked, but you can register for the next term class. $4 per session Tutor– Ron

Tattoo of the Flowerdale Tree emblem. If you want to join many other Flowerdalian’s and have a tattoo of the
Flowerdale Tree, call the Community House for more information and to book. Olivia from Vic market Tattoo’s North
Melbourne will spend the day in Flowerdale (there may be evening times available), anticipated date is July 21st.
Fruit and Vegetables will be available

Art Group- At the Flowerdale Hall from 1-3 pm on Wednesday’s, Bring your supplies and project to this social group $4

Patchwork- At the Flowerdale Hall Tuesday’s from 7-9 pm cost $3 and the first Saturday of each month from 9.30-3.30
cost $5. Bring your lunch this day, tea and coffee provided

Jersey Boys- Interested in seeing is new show? A bus trip is being organized for August, enjoy a meal together before the
show, add your name to the list

Our very popular Japanese Cookery will resume soon with much loved Tutor Hiroko

Belly Dancing- What a fun way to warm up and tone up over winter, belly dancing is a fun way to improve fitness and a
sense of wellbeing through dance. Women and girls of all ages are welcome call to register your interest.

Playgroup at the Flowerdale Hall on Wednesday’s from 10-12.30. newborn to preschool. Bring a peice of fruit to share.
Cost is $2 per family.

*In an exciting new partnership with Hayles Institute we will be able to offer certificate courses in RSA, Food handlers, ba-
rista and other aspects of hospitality.

*The Flowerdale Youth group would like to Thank Chaplaincy Australia for the very generous donation of a wii console con-
trollers and games.

Patchwork Pieces
Just a reminder that onay weekend and it was a great show lots of peo-
ple attended and were pleased with our display. The raffle prize was
won by Ross, the principal at our school. Patchwork is on Tuesday eve-
nings 7-9pm cost is $4 and the first Saturday of each month from10.30-
3.30pm cost is $5. Bring your own lunch on this day.

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Mobile Library: COMMUNITY NUMBERS

The Mobile Library stops at the Hazeldene bus stop
Thursdays 1.30 to 4.30pm every fortnight. If you have CFA Emergency 000
internet access at home you can reserve books at the Yarra
Police- Kinglake 5786 1333
Plenty Regional Library website (www.yprl.vic.gov.au) and
collect them from the Mobile Library when it visits Yea 5797 2630
Hazeldene. Next visit 9th and 23rd July 2009 TXU Power Failure 131 799
Help for Wildlife 0417 380 687
Country Fire Authority
Flowerdale School & Kinder 5780 1264
Captain: Glenn Woods JP (Lyn Gunter) 5780 2382
Meets: 7.30pm 1st Tuesday of month,
Training: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month at 9.00am Doctor - Yea 5736 0444
Hospital-Yea 5736 0400
Station: 5780 2179 Community House (Hall) 5780 2664
Emergency: 000
Hazeldene Store 5780 1202
Flowerdale Hotel 5780 1230
Vet—Yea 5797 2333
IF YOU ARE IN THE BUSHFIRE Whittlesea 9716 2495
AFFECTED AREAS
Bushfire Case Management Service 1800 050 400
You can advertise Bushfire Building Advice Line 1300 360 320
Your business In this space Relief Centre 5780 2625
for free DHS Hub 5780 2624
Contact Brenda on 5780 1356
or email
brendab@internode.on.net

The Flowerdale Hotel

3325 Whittlesea Yea Road Flowerdale Ph: 57801230

*** Open Mic Jam Session ***

Sunday July 5th 2pm ish
$200.00 prize Best flock’n’Muso act
***
July 19th Acoustix ***
12.30pm in the bar
Local musos Sting‘n’ Wing‘n’ tunes
Others welcome to join in for some jam’n’
*** August 14th Ladies night in the lounge ***

Email bigflocker@bigpond.com.au
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