Gazette February

Girgarre Gazette 

February pg 

July 2020


February pg2 

THE MUSTER IS BACK, BETTER THAN EVER 

GIRGARRE COMMUNITY NEWS 

The community spirit that drives Girgarre came well and truly to the fore again in January. After a year long recess, 

the Moosic Muster bounced back, albeit in a radically changed format but still with the friendly, inclusive spirit the 

community is known for. “We were determined, pandemic or no pandemic, that we would bring back our festival 

in 2022,” Festival Director, Jan Smith said. “We knew there would be many curved balls thrown our way and that 

our master plan would have to be flexible. It was good thinking on our part because we were easily able to tweak 

the plan with each toss of the ball. As part of our initial planning we decided to hold as much of the festival outdoors 

as possible for safety reasons. The reduced number of formal workshops in the program allowed for more 

casual jams and pop up workshops outside. All contingencies were covered, even the variable weather - and it 

paid off big-time – the muster was a rip-roaring success. I am absolutely thrilled at the outcome. The plan we 

have now will see us through many more years to come.” 

Campers began to stake their claim on a spot in the reserve early in 

the week. Shady spots were at a premium and the reserve soon resounded 

to the sound of music as friends found each other. Everyone, 

whether a paid up member of the muster or a visitor coming to the 

many free concerts, responded obligingly to the marshalls checking 

them in. 

The Girgarre Moosic Muster was one of the first music festivals 

on the eastern seaboard to re-commence following the easing of the 

lock-downs. A visit from the Victorian Department of Health prior to the 

start of the festivities reassured Jan and co-organiser Di Burgmann that 

all was well. “They were impressed and very supportive of our master 

plan,” Di said. “We had all bases covered. It was a terrific boost to our 

spirits and a huge relief to know our festival was on the right track. We 

wanted everyone to have a safe and happy festival, and it was. It all 

went very smoothly.” 

Below: A workshop, finger pickin’ style. 

Muster regulars from Bendigo & Wagga 

Above: All masked up for a Jam indoors 

Continued 

on pages 

4 & 5 

Above left: The camp choir was popular. 

Above right: ‘Duplicity’. Sue Kidd (nee Ford) a Gig local & Brendan Canty.



Co-ordinator’s Catch-up 

Hello everyone and Happy New Year! 

February already and my word haven’t we hit the 

ground running. So much is going on in the 

community and at The Cottage. If three computers 

on the go all at once does not give you an indication of how busy we 

are, then nothing will. Covid 19 has impacted volunteering around 

the globe and we are also feeling the effects. With many different 

volunteering roles available, we would love to hear from you as we 

have learned so much about the importance of social connection 

and the significant role volunteering can play in supporting 

well-being and reducing loneliness in the both the volunteer and the 

recipient. If you can spare any time, even as little as an hour, please pop in or ring me for a chat. 

Happy birthday to Hetty Hall, 95 and still going strong. Hetty had a 

lovely day with her family and enjoyed being spoilt at Seniors the 

following Tuesday with her favourite dessert, a pavlova. 

Well done Girgarre! Dale had the pleasure of picking up the new 

community car, a 2022 Kia Sportage. The community transport 

program is back up and running at 100%. If you require transport 

for medical appointments, please phone us to organise a booking. 

Once again, we need more volunteer drivers. If you are able to 

assist, please contact us to discuss driving options. 

The Butterfly Patch is booming! The produce is incredible and we have just begun our second round of 

planting. We have the “Gardens Gurus” in every Wednesday-these gardeners are a mix of new and experienced 

gardeners who are a lovely welcoming bunch. We are using Wednesday’s as an opportunity to 

meet new people and learn or teach new skills. So if you love to garden or would like to learn, please pop 

in to the Cottage on a Wednesday at 

10am. You will be rewarded with a 

lovely lunch cooked with produce from 

our very own garden. 

Take care, Bye for now, Kezia



GIRGARRE COMMUNITY NEWS 

HATS OFF TO THE VOLUNTEERS - It’s hands on - five 

days of solid work. 

What would Girgarre do without its volunteers? Master plan or no 

master plan, the Girgarre Moosic Muster would not run without 

them. Who are they? It’s not just the regular executive who, over 

many Zoom meetings, drew up a Master plan, organised flyers and 

developed the ticketing system, but publicist, Gwen Potter, a retired 

journalist with contacts all over the media world, it’s also Lyn Cosham 

and Maureen Shepherd, (picture right) looking after the merchandising 

and rosters for the information van. It’s Ken Stewart, who sets up 

and tweaks the sound system that makes everyone sound so good 

and the sandwich makers and other food providers including the CFA 

and RSL. Let’s not forget the team responsible for setting up and shifting 

around chairs and marquees, the ‘Toilet Fairy, Robyn Northey, 

who made sure the portable toilets were decent and stocked with the 

Lyn Cosham, black T & Maureen Shepherd, 

white T, with a couple of festival 

necessary, and those who set up rubbish bins and did a myriad other jobs such as the courtesy bus driver, David 

Fulton, and the good folk of the Recreation Reserve. Finally, it’s the 

volunteers who acted as gate and venue marshalls, so necessary 

this muster. And many more – all appreciated. 

Gate Marshalls. Judy, Bernadette & Fiona 

Jan Smith with some of the field workers 

BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE. All the workshop leaders and concert 

bands are volunteers too. ‘Dancin’ with Angels’ (pictured below) 

lead the popular gospel concert each year. They’ve been regular 

supporters 

from the first 

muster 15 

years ago. 

Below left. A 

pop-up workshop. 

Wallace 

Williams offering 

pointers to 

some young 

teens from 

Tatura, keen to 

learn the ins 

and outs of the 

harmonica. 

Below right: Office manager Jenny Bassett



SWING YOUR PARTNERS Girgarre’s own ‘Billabong Bushies’ playing for the free bush dance. 

The publiciity surrounding the popular Girgarre episode of the *ABC series Back Roads did no harm. Random surveys 

of the crowd found many newcomers to the festival who had come to “see if Back Roads was real”. The 

feedback? Well, it was even better and they’ll be back next year bringing their friends. *(Back Roads Girgarre, 

series 6, episode 6 - available on ABC iview) 

Below: A young couple dancing to the beat. Right. The Saturday night free concert crowd. Stalwart P. A tech, Ken 

Stewart from Kyvalley left. Paddy and Roy from Kyabram smiling for the camera 

THE SUNDAY EVENING FINAL ROUNDUP. See you all next year! 

Photo Leo Loque



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GIRGARRE MEMORIAL HALL CENTENARY 

The centenary of the formal opening of the Girgarre Memorial Hall will be celebrated on Saturday, 5 

March 2022 commencing at 11.30 a.m. at the hall in Morgan Crescent, Girgarre. 

Also to be recognised at this event is the formation in 1920 of the Girgarre sub-branch of the Returned Sailors’ and 

Soldiers’ Imperial League of Australia (RSSILA), now known as the Returned and Services League of Australia (RSL). 

Girgarre Living History invites you to come along to celebrate these significant milestones and to join us for a light 

luncheon following the formalities. 

The RSL room in Station Street, Girgarre, will be open on the day for visitors to view displays and memorabilia 

from 10.00 a.m. to 11.15 a.m. and following the luncheon. 

Please pass on this information to interested family and friends. 

For catering purposes please RSVP by 23 February 2022 to either of the following: 

Sandra McDonald 

Jenny Wadelton 

Phone: (03) 58546324 Phone: 0409929031 

Email: macdon@iinet.net.au 

Email: jennywadelton@gmail.com 

(Please note that this event will be held according to COVID regulations should they still apply.)



CLASSIFIEDS & SERVICES 

FRIENDS OF GARGARRO 

CATERING AVAILABLE 

Need catering for a 

function? 

Well, the Gargarro Gardens 

Catering Team will be more 

than happy to cater for your 

needs depending on 

numbers. 

Phone Bernie Ryan for more 

info if you are planning a 

function. 

Ph: 5857 2407 

Mob: 0455 578 722



Girgarre Fire Brigade 

Despite what is happening with the Corona Virus, 

the Girgarre Fire Brigade is still available for any 

emergencies that may happen in our community. 

Hygiene is extremely important to us and we will 

endeavour to keep both you and us safe. 

Please keep in mind that now fire restrictions are 

in place, if you wish to avoid an unwanted visit 

from us, you should check the restrictions at 

1800 668 511 

Girgarre Community 

Kindergarten 

To keep updated on all Kinder information 

Find us on Facebook 

Girgarre Community 

Kindergarten 

Stanhope & District Men’s Shed 

We are open three mornings a week Mon, Wed 

and Fri from 9 to 12 noon. If anyone would like 

to call in and see what is on offer they would be 

most welcome. Membership is $25 which includes 

insurance whilst at the shed. 

We offer woodwork, metal work, welding, 

leatherwork, a large range of books to read and 

a friendly cuppa at around 10am. 

Girgarre Community Cottage 

Keep up to date with future events and 

local information. 

Join us on Facebook. 

HALL BOOKINGS 

As you know, our well appointed and well used 

Girgarre Memorial Hall 

and Supper Room 

are available for hire. 

Contact 

Girgarre Post Office 

Ph: 5854 6200 

Open Monday –Friday 9am - 5pm



Power Saving Bonus 

Contact The Cottage, it takes 

5 mins to complete. 

Bring your bill, pension card 

and bank account details



Writers’ Group 

Latest Contribution 

by Ruth Kirkham 

Ricky and the Roller 

Ricky stepped up from the beach and entered the gravelled carpark, empty except for one vehicle. He glanced 

over at it, stopped, and looked again. It shone like a beacon in the forecourt of the hotel, just out of sight from 

the beach. He walked over. It was a two-door convertible – top down, beautifully polished bright jonquilyellow 

duco, brassware gleaming. 

“Wow!” He gave a low whistle, his heart racing. “Look at that – what a beauty! A Rolls-Royce Twenty 

Drophead Coupé!” He flicked the dust off the famous triangular-top radiator with his handkerchief. 

“That red RR emblem makes it an early one,” he said to himself, giving it an extra rub for good measure. 

“Hmmm … probably an in-line six cylinder … yes, crank-handle and magneto and coil … four-speed manual 

… about 1927, I reckon.” 

Resisting the urge to lift the bonnet, he ran his hands over the big brass headlights and down the sleekly 

curved mudguard. What I wouldn’t give for a car like this! Ricky felt the envy wash over him. Tweed cap, 

scarf and dust coat … boy, I’d look the part. Sunday drives in the country … picnic basket strapped on the 

back, cold chicken and champers. If I had a car like that, I’d have no trouble finding a pretty young thing to 

come driving with me. 

Ricky leaned over the driver’s door, one foot on the running board, and looked at the old-style gear stick, 

clutch and brake pedals. You could smell the old money in the leather seats. He stroked the wooden steering 

wheel. It was beautiful – the mellow patina from years of other hands had polished it to perfection. 

The key was in the ignition. He looked around – no one in sight, not a soul. I’ll just hear how she runs, he 

thought, turning on the key. I bet it’s as sweet as a baby. He gave the crank a swing. 

“Aaah, purring like a kitten – beautiful.” 

Ricky opened the door and climbed in, leant back and let his hands slide around the steering wheel, taking 

in the rosewood dash and the shiny round dials, breathing in the leathery smell – oblivious to anything but the 

car. 

He gave the accelerator a little rev. A manila folio on the passenger seat caught his eye. As he picked it up, 

advertising pamphlets for the new Lovely Waters housing estate on the peninsular spilled out. 

Lifestyle and Liberty: a brand-new concept for the younger upwardly mobile generation. Going 

fast. Don’t miss out, it’s your call. 

“Oh yeah, Santorini, the billionaire property developer.” Ricky gave a wry smile as he fumbled with the 

leaflets. Who else could afford a car like this. I wonder where he is. 

He shuffled through the papers and saw a reminder note with yesterday’s date: 

Steve – will be leaving the car at the Florida forecourt tomorrow. Picking up a deep-sea fishing 

charter at 10 am, planning on heading to the outer reef for a couple of days When you knock 

off, take it back to the house for me would you? 

Ricky glanced at the clock on the hotel façade – only 11.45am. He couldn’t help himself. He depressed 

the clutch, engaged first gear, released the hand-brake – and slowly lifted his foot. 

He’ll never know, he thought. Just a quick turn around the block. 

© Ruth Kirkham 2021 

Ruth Kirkham is a member of the Kyabram Town Hall Writers’ Group. Members are diverse in interests, ages and backgrounds. This 

makes for some very interesting and informative discussion while sharing stories, poetry, and the problems of the writer’s craft. The 

KTHWs’G has produced a book – Celebrating Women, a collection of original written works and art from the community. It is for sale at $20 

from the Kyabram Town Hall and online from the writers’ group link on Facebook and the KTH website: kyabramtownhall.com.au Direct 

contact: kyabramwritersgroup@gmail.com



News from Many Makers Gallery Stanhope 

The gallery has been very quiet during January, however it was lovely to see a few visitors finding their way and 

enjoying a visit to Stanhope & Many Makers Gallery. 

Thank you to the people who supported the gallery shop during December, purchasing gifts for family & friends. 

I’ve received feedback from many people that recipients were delighted with their gifts. Thanks for supporting local 

small business and individual Aussie Makers! 

I welcomed new makers & lines into the gallery during December and January; Peta Manning re-purposes items 

such as silver teaspoons to create stunning earrings and Lisa Ould makes quirky and delightful knitted items including 

toys & play/display food. Lise Darcy has added a new line of fragrant candles & soy wax melts; and Jeanette 

Tenace has added her range of seeds. 

Several Makers have restocked or brought in new work and so 

the gallery is looking vibrant and is abundant with Aussie made 

art and products. 

I hope to see you soon at Many Makers Gallery, 27 Birdwood 

Ave Stanhope! Open Thursday to Sunday. Please follow 

@manymakersgallery on FBook or Instagram for regular updates 

on makers and products; as well as creative things happening 

in the area! 

Pictured is a pair of gorgeous earrings by Peta Manning. 

FREE 

Child car seat good condition 

has not been in an accidentfree 

to good home. 

Phone for visually impaired 

1 x base corded 

2 x handsets cordless 

Phone Cottage 5854 6482



Tongala & District Memorial 

Aged Care Service Inc. 

Serving the Community since 1925 

R.M McHale Hostel, Koraleigh Nursing Home 

for planned & emergency respite care & 

permanent residential aged care 

Deakin Village – retirement rental units 

Memorial Drive Retirement Village 

For further information contact: 

Sarah Tee, 18 Purdey St, Tongala Vic. 3621 

Phone: 03 5859 0800 

Email: admin@tongalaagedcare.com.au 

“Care in a Friendly Town”



Group Name Details Contact name Contact number 

The Girgarre Community Group Inc. President Duncan Rodrick 0427 391 706 

The Girgarre Community Cottage 

3rd Monday 7pm 

Coordinator Kezia Talbot 5854 6482 

0404 686 344 

Girgarre Seniors Tuesdays 10:45am Debra Stelzer 5854 6482 

Words on Wheels 

Girgarre Cottage 

Discuss chosen books 

3rd Thursdays 6pm 

The Cottage 5854 6482 

Gargarro Green Thumbs Nursery Nursery Sales Loraine Warde 0438 546 237 

Girgarre Open Garden Committee Open Garden Festival Loraine Warde 58546236/0438 546 237 

Girgarre Playgroup 0-5 years 

Monday 10-12pm, 

Jigarre Ukulele (J-Ukes) 

1st & 3rd Wed (5th) 1:30pm 

Girgarre Kindergarten 

Begins 2nd week of term 

Play/learn with others 

Girgarre Cottage 

Robyn Swan 5854 6482 

Lyn Cosham 5859 0297 

Girgarre Patchwork Quilters 

Fridays 9:30am 

Quilters and sewing group 

Memorial Hall 

Nola Marke 0428 748 226 

Girgarre Line Dancers 

Thursdays 2pm $7 

Carpet Bowls-Thursdays 7:15pm April 

to August 

Memorial Hall Gloria Atkins 0400 539 778 

All ages. 

Memorial Hall 

Theo George 

Rob Varcoe 

0428 740 976 

0409 975 997 

Girgarre Community Kindergarten Lead Educator Robyn Swan 5854 6368 

Girgarre Primary School Principal Peter Caldow 5854 6275 

Girgarre Returned Services League 

1st Tuesdays 7pm. Feb-Nov 

Girgarre Country Fire Authority 

1st Monday 7:30pm 

Stanhope/Girgarre Lions Club 

2nd Wednesday 7pm 

President 

RSL Club Room 

Captain 

CFA Meeting Room 

President 

Stanhope Hotel 

Laurie Young 0429 009 515 

5854 6303 

Maree Gadzinski 5854 6264 

Avis Weller 5854 6383 

Girgarre Community Church 

Sundays 9:30am 

Christian Church Ron Gregory 5854 6382 

Stanhope and District Men’s Shed 

Mon, Wed, Fri. 9am-12 

Have fun and create. 

3 Tivey Rd. Stanhope 

Des Crichton 0457 300 321 

Girgarre Facilities Committee 

Girgarre Memorial Hall 

Girgarre Recreational Reserve 

Memorial Hall (Bookings) 

Recreation Reserve 

Sandy & Barry 

Darren Butler 

5854 6200 

0427 546 332 

Girgarre Development Group (DGD) 

Last Tuesday, Jan-Nov 7:30pm 

Girgarre Improvements 

Memorial Hall 

Jan Smith 5854 6283 

Gargarro Project Gargarro Botanic Gardens Athol McDonald 5854 6324 

Friends of Gargarro Garden - 

working Bee 4th Sunday of month 

Chairperson Bernie Ryan 5857 2407 

Girgarre Craft Market 

2nd Sundays. 8:30-12 

Bookings/enquiries Jan Smith 5854 6283 

Girgarre Farmer’s Market Bookings/enquiries Jan Smith 5854 6283 

Jigarre Jammers. Feb to Nov 

4th Saturday 10:30-4pm $2 

Acoustic Music Irene Labbett 0429 149 246 

Girgarre Living History 

Book title “Girgarre” 

Record of local history 

Athol McDonald 

Jenny Wadelton 

5854 6324 

5852 2301 

Girgarre Football/Netball Club President Brendon Nicholson 0413 022 398 

Girgarre Cricket Club President Mick Coyne 0488 296 566 

Girgarre Tennis Club 

President 

Secretary 

Josh Maudsley 

Fiona Smith 

0400 546 766 

0408 502 274



COTTAGE SERVICES AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS 

COTTAGE HOURS 

The Cottage is open 10am to 3pm, 

Monday to Thursday at 27 Olympic 

Street, Girgarre. Coordinator: Kezia 

Talbot. Telephone: 5854 6482 for 

services listed below. 

COTTAGE SERVICES. 

FOOD BANK. Food parcels available 

for those in need. Confidentiality 

ensured. Available Monday to Thursday 

10am to 3pm. 

COMMUNITY MEAL. 

Free in-house cooked meal delivered 

Thursday, to individuals and couples who 

may need a little reprieve from the constant 

daily chores. Phone Kezia to discuss. 

COMMUNITY CAR. Information and criteria 

for bookings. Contact The 

Cottage. 

SENIOR'S GROUP. Meet weekly for outings 

or social events. Meet Tuesdays 

10am at the Cottage. 

UTILITIES ROOM FOR HIRE. Need a 

space to hold a meeting, do some training, 

hold an event or activity? The Cottage 

has a room for hire including tea & 

coffee. 

Tai Chi with Faye Sizeland. Classes are at 

the Hall Mondays 1.00pm, $5.00 per session. 

Strength & Balance 

Monday 10.45am Stanhope Senior Citz 

$5p/p 

ITEMS TO HIRE Specialty items 

including shower chairs, walkers, porta 

cots, child's car seat, wheel chair, baby 

bath, high chair, walking sticks. 

FREE PLAYGROUP Mondays 10am to 

12pm. Held at the Girgarre Kindergarten. 

DONATE CLEAN DENIM Ros makes it 

into quilts. Stains don't matter. 

DONATE ITEMS TO HELP OTHERS Spectacles 

, mobile phones, routers, bras, 

baby items, mastectomy items, cotton 

clothing suitable for Fijian climate 

www.upliftbras.org. Plastic lids off soft 

drink bottles, juices and water bottles for 

Envision. 

BOOK SWAP Leave a book and take one. 

Free Service at the Cottage. 

GIRGARRE (CAMPASPE) REGIONAL 

LIBRARY Borrow a book, DVDs, talking 

books - thousands of titles can be ordered 

& delivered to The Cottage. Book 

online at www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/ 

library. 

PRESCRIPTION SERVICE Leave your 

scripts for collection and return. Free 

service at the Cottage 

VOLUNTEERS WANTED. Teach a class, 

join the committee or help out at “The 

Butterfly Patch”. 

LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS 

GIRGARRE PRE-SCHOOL 

Enrolments welcome anytime 

www.kyabramkindergaten.com.au or 

phone 0428 738 147 

GIRGARRE MEMORIAL HALL HIRE . 

Available for your next event. All bookings: 

Phone The Post Office5854 6200 

STANHOPE MEN'S SHED Open Mon, 

Wed & Fri, 9am to Noon. Tea & coffee, 

chat, computers, wood and metal lathes. 

Phone Des 0457 300 321 

WORDS ON WHEELS Everyone welcome. 

Stimulating discussions on topical subjects. 

4th Thursday 6pm. Phone Cottage 

5854 6482. ($5 includes a meal) 

PLAY A UKULELE? - the J-Ukes meet on 

the 1st, 3rd (and 5th) Wednesday in the 

Cottage Utility room from 1.30 - 4pm 

Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday take aways. 

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LUNCH AND DINNER 

MONDAY – FRIDAY $10.00 LUNCHES AVAILABLE 

Come in, relax and enjoy our fabulous 

modern facilities 

QUALITY BISTRO DINING, SUN SHADED PLAYGROUND, 

FOXTEL, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, OFF STREET PARKING, 

SPORTS BAR, LANDSCAPED COURTYARD WITH 

BARBEQUE FACILITIES, CONFERENCE ROOMS, TAB, 

82 ALLAN STREET KYABRAM Ph: 5852 2431 

www.kyabramclub.com.au 

KENO AND EFTPOS FACILITIES. 

office@kyabramclub.com.au Kyabram Club Keep up to date on FaceBook



Kyabram 

Bakery 

135 Allan St 

5852 1208 

SHEPPARTON WORKWEAR & SAFETY 

189 – 197 High Street SHEPPARTON VIC 3630 

FOR ALL YOUR WORKWEAR CORPORATE WEAR 

AND EMBROIDERY 

Ph.: 5831 4838 

Fax: 5831 1696 

Email: sales@sheppartonworkwear.com.au 

Website: www.sheppartonworkwear.com.au



THE FOUR PILLARS OF GIRGARRE 

WHO WE ARE 

The Girgarre 

Development Group 

Celebrating the Achievements 

of our town. 

Building a Sustainable and 

Vibrant Community. 

Education 

The Girgarre Primary School 

Preparing a Path to the Future 

The Girgarre Community Kindergarten 

We aim to achieve an environment where everyone belongs, 

feels welcomed, valued and respected, while providing 

learning opportunities for children 

through exploration and play. 

The Community Cottage 

The Community Centre exists to help, 

support and encourage people of this rural 

area to enrich their lives by developing 

friendships and new learning skills. 

Sport 

The Girgarre Recreation Reserve 

The Girgarre Football Netball Club 

The Girgarre Tennis Club 

The Girgarre Cricket Club 

Our active and vibrant community, working together 

CONTACT THE COTTAGE 

Girgarre Community Group Inc. 

(The Cottage) 

A1601 ABN: 66 944 230 131. 

27 Olympic St. (P.O. Box 35), Girgarre, 3624 

Phone: (03) 5854 6482 Fax: (03) 5854 6484 

http://girgarre.com.au/girgarre-community-cottage 

E-mail: girgarrenh@bigpond.com 

Coordinator: Kezia Talbot 

Connect with us on Facebook. Girgarre Community Cottage 

www.girgarre.com.au 

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Secretary William A. Perry 

0408174543 

R.S.L. News 

In 2020, Girgarre R.S.L. turned 100 years old. Our commemoration was put on hold 

until 2021. But as we all know, 2021 was like no other due to the Covid-19 pandemic 

affecting all aspects of our lives. We, the R.S.L. were no exception, but it left us asking, 

“How do we ensure the appropriate commemoration of this significant milestone?” 

The answer was very simple: we hold off until 2022. So on Saturday 5 th March 2022, 

we will be opening the doors to our R.S.L. meeting room to the general public (subject 

to Covid-19 regulations). Children will be most welcome. 

We will put together a “free event”, “open to all”, a display of old photographs, posters, uniforms, books and other 

items of interest. We will also have R.S.L. members present who may be able to assist you with information on Service 

Records or roles R.S.L members have played in war and peace and their contribution to the community up to 

present day. 

Should you have any old photos, other items of interest that could enhance our day, we would be most grateful for 

the loan of them. 

Please contact Robert Axen on 03 5854 6429 or 0429 445 566, George Weeks on 03 5864 6414 or Gary Kitt on 

0458548224 

Gargarro Green Thumbs Nursery 

Gargarro Green Thumbs Nursery is OPEN! Green Thumbs Nursery outgrew their location in the backyard of The 

Girgarre Community Cottage and have relocated to the Gargarro Botanical Gardens site on Winter Road in Girgarre. 

The nursery is open on Thursdays 9am-3pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm or alternatively by 

appointment-please phone Loraine on 0438 546 237. 

“Potting & Propagation” The worker bees (aka volunteers) gather on Thursdays and Saturdays, if you would like to 

potter & if needed learn new skills-we would love to see you. Pop in for a cuppa-don’t forget your gloves! 

Thurs 9-3pm 

Saturday 9-12pm



Australia Day 

What a fantastic Australia Day we had! 70 people 

in attendance including Councillors Adrian Weston 

and Leanne Pentreath with Cr John Zobec and Cr 

Colleen Gates popping in for a visit towards the 

end. 

Stefan Romaniw was a fabulous ambassador giving 

a very engaging address. Brendan Nicholson once 

again did a sterling job as MC and the very deserving 

Laurie Young was the winner on the Girgarre 

Community Award, receiving a record amount of 

nominations . 

A huge thank you to all of the volunteers; setting 

up, flag raising, cooking, serving and packing away. 

What can I say...Girgarre you are AWESOME. 

Above: Stefan Romaniw 

OAM with winner Laurie 

Young 

Left: RSL members raising 

the flag 

Below left: Happy 

attendees including Val & 

Keith Maudsley 

Below right: Laurie Young, 

wife Helen and their family 

celebrating Laurie’s 

achievements.





Dog Complaints 

Procedure for Dog Complaints &/or attacks. 

If you have experienced a dog attack or encounter dogs at large-please report 

to the Shire. 

The Shire are committed to resolving all animal issues but they are powerless 

unless correct procedures are followed and contact details are obtained. 

Please follow the following directives and pass on the correct information to 

any phone enquiries. 

Any dog attacks or dogs at large MUST be reported to the Shire within 24 hours. The sooner the 

better, so the Rangers can attend ASAP, while dogs may still be at large. 

If safe to do so, photos or video recordings are extremely beneficial as evidence. 

Campaspe Shire Council Ranger Business hours phone 03 5481 2377 or 0407 844 875 

After hours (on call 24 hours) phone 03 5481 2200 or 0407 835 288 

If you are volunteering at The Business Centre and you receive a complaint, instruct them on the above 

procedure. If thy are unable to call record the following; record the complainants name, contact information, 

time, date and details of the incident. Please note personal details are not divulged. All 

personal details are protected under the privacy laws and anonymous complaints cannot be followed up. 

Mon, Wed and Friday 9-11am 

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