No 2080 Wednesday 19th March, 2014 Notices to be left at the Walpy Store by 5pm Mondays, email by no later than 5pm Sue s.sly1@bigpond A new Typist is required, to commence the week of 7th April for approx 12 weeks, HAPPY BIRTHDAY/ ANNIVERSARY March 20th Tegan Sly Diamond Hannig 21st Brent Grayling Sophie O’Shannessy 22nd Les Latta 23rd Les Stone FIRE ROSTER – MARCH TRAINING IS HELD EVERY SUNDAY. March 23rd– Mal Ferguson and David Blandthorn March 30th - Geoff Mead and Danny OShannessy DANNY “TOMMY” STONE 07-02-1974 - 24 – 12 -13 To everybody that has been there and supported us through personal visits, cards, messages, phone calls, drinks and food. We thank you so much at such a heartbreaking and difficult time in our lives. We want you to take this as our personal thanks and gratitude. We would also like to take this opportunity to personally thank Senior Constable Chris Vorwerk for his professional and sensitive nature and the support he has given our family and the community in general. Thank you all so much. I’m sure you will all have some fond memories of Danny that you will all hold close to your heart. Molly, Josh & Katrina, Nicolas, Kate. Stan & Bernadette, Shayne & Carol, Luke & Jade and families. FOR SALE - 27 GLEN STREET,WALPEUP 3 bdr (2 with bir) double brick house, split system a/c & heating, 0.9 acre block, double carport attached to the house. 9m x 6m external shed /workshop with concrete floor, power and separate room that can be used as an external office /bedroom/ granny flat POA genuine enquiries Contact Kevin- 54424019, 0427509413 DRYLAND MEMORIAL GARDEN COMMUNITY WORKING DAYS Wednesdays at 9am. Enquiries Merle 50941331 or Jan 5094 1373 GREENING THE LINE MEETING The next Greening the Line Meeting will be held Time: 10am Where: MRCC Ouyen Office Date: 19 March If you would like to attend contact Merle 5094 1331 It is an opportunity to speak with MRCC Parks and Gardens Staff and Leader Lindy Pain about Parks and Gardens in Walpeup on behalf of the W&DDC ANNUAL COMMUNITY SATISFACTION SURVEY Mildura Rural City Council’s annual Community Satisfaction Survey is now open. Residents are invited to give Council feedback on the services we provide, and let us know where we can make improvements. Open from Monday 17 March 2014, the survey asks you to rate 71 different areas of Council in terms of their importance to you and their performance. The survey is available online at mildura.vic.gov.au or in hard copy at all Council Service Centres. For more information call Council on (03) 50018 8100. MARK HENDERSON , CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER GRASS FIRE PLANNING WORKSHOP In wake of the recent fires surrounding the Walpeup township, the CFA will be conducting a Grassfire Planning Workshop. When: Monday 31st March 2014. Where: Walpeup Hall. Time: 6pm BBQ tea provided followed by the meeting workshop at 7.30pm. Need More Info? Contact CFA district 18 office on 1800 820 118 MELANOMA MARCH – MARCHING FOR A CURE Sometimes referred to as ‘Australia’s national cancer’, melanoma affects more young people aged 15-39 than any other cancer and is the third most common form of cancer in Australian men and women overall. Australia is also leading the world in the fight against melanoma. With your help we will continue to do so. Help ‘Daryls’ make a difference Please show your support by giving through Daryls Supporter page https://mmsa2014.everydayhero/au/daryls or The Adelaide event is scheduled for Sunday 23 March 2014. Location: Henley Square, Henley Beach Arrival Time: 8am Start Time: 9am Finish Time: 11am Visit the following link for more information and registration if you wish to March for a Cure melanomamarch.org.au/event/mmsa2014 Sue Sly UNDERBOOL BOWLS NOTES Hens and Roosters night 26 March, names to Robert or Ray Gloster A Great night of bowling was held at Underbool on Thursday 13th March when Greggs Electrical sponsored an evening. Eight visitors from Ouyen ventured out to participate boosting player numbers to 26. The overall winners were Bob Lester(s), Margaret Gregg and Maggie Winslow from runners-up Steve Simmonds, Colleen Gloster and Reg Dean. Third place were John Cummings, Joan Polhner and Nita Wandel. The usual Twilight meal was enjoyed by all. Acting President Bob Lester conveyed our appreciation to the Greggs for their generosity. Roll to the ditch winners were Nita Wandel and John Cummings. The Underbool mens 4s team played in the Bowls Sunraysia Championships on Saturday against Nangiloc. The team comprising of Steve Simmonds (s), Davenport Winslow, Colin Lockett and Alan Stone succumbed to the opposition 19-15 in a well fought match. We wish those Underbool players who are competing in Bendigo at the Country Week Bowls good bowling and good times! CREATING A NEW NORMAL Want to hear how someone else has ridden the rollercoasterrecovery ride following a natural disaster? Join Jemima Richards and Kate Riddell, Black Saturday survivors and founders of Firefoxes Australia as they share their story of recovery after the Black Saturday disaster. Be prepared to feel like they are telling your story as they truly know the ups and downs of living through a natural disaster. Jemima and Kate want to get to know the Wimmera / Mallee Communities, so let’s get together, have a laugh, ask questions, reflect and be inspired! They will take you on a journey through their own disaster recovery, sharing what helped them to create a new normal and providing perspectives and insights into community resilience. Firefoxes are proudly brought to you by the Red Cross, and this event is proudly supported by Hindmarsh, Yarriambiack and Mildura Councils, And Wimmera Uniting Care WHO Open to all Women. Those directly impacted by any natural disasters, those who were under threat of bushfire, those living in the area, those whose family and friends are or have been affected, those who would like to contribute something back to the community, and those who feel like they don’t fit into any of the categories. WHEN : Thursday March 20th TIME: 11am until 2pm WHERE: Yaapeet Community Centre COST: No Cost but please bring a small plate for a shared lunch. Refreshments provided RSVP: 53980131 Gavin Blinman Yarriambiack Shire Council . A bus will be available from Tempy . For more on the Firefoxes click here sheilas.org.au/2013/03/firefoxes-women-rising-together/ Donation $10 Kevin
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