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19th June, 2014

A community newspaper produced by Pyramid Hill College

Diary

June 23 CERT Recruitment/Info Night 7pm 24 Golf Meeting 7.30 pm (new date) 27 End of Term 2

July

9 Mitchell Park Public Meeting 12 Football Goods & Services 14 Schools resume 18 Anglican Parish Dinner 25 Pyramid College Deb Ball 29 White Christmas (CWCI)

August 12 Memorial Hall AGM 7.30 29 Church of Christ Annual Dinner

Produced by

Pyramid Hill College

Kelly Street, Pyramid Hill, 3575 Tel: 5455 7377 Fax: 5455 7106 Email: press@pyramidhillc.vic.edu.au Website: www.pyramidhillc.vic.edu.au

Next Lions Market Saturday, 12th July

9 am onwards

Memorial Hall

Netball Courts Officially Open Last Saturday, a crowd gathered courtside at Mitchell Park, for the official opening of the Pyramid Hill Netball Courts. The official party were welcomed by MC Mr Ian McLachlan, and included Mr Damian Drum (Nationals Member for Northern Victoria and Minister for Sports and Veterans Affairs), Cr Cheryl McKinnon (Terrick Ward), David James (President of Mitchell Park Reserve), Deb Dingwall (President of Pyramid Hill Netball Club) and Pyramid Hill Netball Club Life Member, Marie Scott. Apologies were noted, particularly from Life member, Marie Noelker, who was unable to attend. Official speeches reminded those gathered of the importance of the involve-ment of our youth in sporting associations enabling both an active lifestyle and social opportunities. Mr Drum recalled his younger days when he too, was taken along to local matches involving his own Club at Congupna. President, Deb Dingwall, thanked all those who had supported and assisted to achieve and complete the project including Sports and Recreation and the Loddon Shire Council. She particularly highlighted the support and input from our local community in way of ‘in kind’ labour and the provision of machinery. Deb noted that these donations were substantial and without such generosity, the facilities would not have been made possible. The plaque was ‘unveiled’ and the ribbon bearing our Club colours of blue, red and white was cut by Life member, Marie, which then signalled the time for our final matches of A and C Grades to commence. Proceedings concluded as

the Official party moved inside for afternoon tea.

The Pyramid Hill Netball Club

acknowledge and congratulate all those

who have contributed to the facilities that

our players are enjoying and will continue

to enjoy for many years to come.

Acknowledgement also to the YCW

Netball Club for the patience and

understanding needed for a delayed start

to the final matches of the day.

Last Press next week then two weeks holiday

Above—Marie Scott and Mr Damian Drum Right: Damian Drum, Marie Scott, Debbie Dingwall and Cr. Cheryl McKinnon

Pyramid Hill College

Debutante BallDebutante BallDebutante BallDebutante Ball Friday, 25th JulyFriday, 25th JulyFriday, 25th JulyFriday, 25th July

Pyramid Hill Memorial HallPyramid Hill Memorial HallPyramid Hill Memorial HallPyramid Hill Memorial Hall $40 Family (2 adults & school age

children) $15 Adult $10 Student/Pensioner Doors open at 7.15 pm

Debs presented at 8.00 pm

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R. A Gregory & Sons

Funeral Directors

John Gregory 5444 0697

Incorp with AG Adams & Sons

Kerang 5452 1111 No travel charge—northern area

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Hon PETER WALSH MLA Your State Member of Parliament Representing Swan Hill Electorate

274 Campbell Street SWAN HILL 3585

Phone 5032 3154 Fax 5032 9483 Please feel free to contact my office if I can be of help with

matters concerning the State Government or any of its departments.

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Locally operated by Nev & Michelle Miller,

Stephen, Emma, Cody, Joan & Roy

June Specials Noromectin plus Injectable 500ml—$190 (was $205)

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PRODUCE SWAP Do you have an over supply of

vegies or fruit or other home grown, home made produce?

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Every Thursday

10.30 am to 1.30 pm

SWAP or DONATE!! “No dairy or meat”

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Farrar’s Garage

Elgas G Mechanical Repairs

Servicing Spare Parts

VACC Senior Mechanic

Gladfield Rd, Pyramid Hill

B.H. 5455 7057

A.H 5455 7278

Concrete & Quarry

Products

Phone: 5455 7304

VICTORIA HOTEL

Phone: 5455 7391 Cold Beer

Wines & Spirits

Lunch and Dinner

Wednesday to Saturday

Accommodation

Catering for functions

Bottleshop

Victoria Hotel supplies

Kwik Gas swap bottles- all

types of bottles accepted.

Available 7 days per week

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What’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the Pub

Kitchen open Wednesday-Saturday lunch and dinner

Chinese & Australian meals available

Lunch Specials Choose from 10 different

$10 meals

Wednesday

Steak Night - $19 Scotch or T-Bone

with a free house drink

Thursdays—Parma Night Classic parma $17

8 different parmas to choose from—$18

Plus free house drink

Fridays

Happy Hour

6—7 pm

$3.50 pots from 7.30 pm

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and events. www.facebook.com/

Pyramid Butchery

Paul Walters Phone:

5455 7115 Smallgoods

Poultry Products Ham & Bacon

Cut up and pack private stock

Spit hire

Plumber General

plumbing services, roof, gas and drainage

Ring Rex

0419 553 025

Licence No. 29427

Acacia Motor Inn, Acacia Motor Inn, Acacia Motor Inn, Acacia Motor Inn,

BarhamBarhamBarhamBarham 16 large Units @ Budget

rates

Pool and BBQ Area

Group Booking Discounts

Discount for multiple nights

Buffet or Continental

Breakfast - served in

dining room.

Your hosts -

Bill & Shirley McKayayayay

Phone 5453 2955

Cemetery Trust

The Pyramid Hill Cemetery Trust are

making an appeal to the community for

people to join the Trust.

If you are able to help, please contact

Ern Miller - 5455 7362

A meeting is being held on Friday, 20th June at 7.30 pm in the Annexe

behind the Neighbourhood House.

Mitchell Park Notice is given of a Public Meeting

To be held on

Wednesday, 9th July At 7.30 pm at Mitchell Park

The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) or more than nine (9) persons as the Committee of Management for the Mitchell Park Reserve for a term of three years. The current committee’s term will expire on 30th June, 2014. All positions will be declared open and nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nomina-tions from women are encouraged. Further information, nomination forms and nominee declaration forms may be obtained by contacting your local Depart-ment of Environment & Primary Industries office or at the meeting. For further enquires, please contact the Acting Secretary, Lorrain Dingwall on 5455 1230.

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Pyramid Hill Store 2 Kelly St, Pyramid Hill

Phone: 5455 7322 Fax: 5455 7241

Great range of Grocery Items

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables Deli Items

Meat & Bread Bottle Shop

Rural Supplies Elgas Bottles

Everything you need! FREE Home Delivery

Telstra Phone Re-Charge

Citylink Passes

Fishing Licences

Elgas Agents

ATM

Bendigo Bank On-Line

Agency

Bank Hours 10am-4pm

Monday - Friday

Dr. Nii Darko, Medical Practitioner Dr. Nii Darko, Medical Practitioner Dr. Nii Darko, Medical Practitioner Dr. Nii Darko, Medical Practitioner

Phone: 5452 1601 Mobile 0415 224 958 Phone: 5452 1601 Mobile 0415 224 958 Phone: 5452 1601 Mobile 0415 224 958 Phone: 5452 1601 Mobile 0415 224 958 Appointments available:

Tuesday- 1:30-4.00 Thursday- 1:30-4.00 Bulk billing will only be done if you are a current holder of a Health Care, DVA or Pension card, are under 17 years, or if you are having a Care Plan procedure, getting results. If you require out of hours medical care Emergency = Ring 000

Urgent = Go to Kerang Hospital as there is a doctor on call 24/7

Alternatively you can ring the After Hours GP Helpline T: 1800 022 222, Your call is answered by a registered nurse who triages your call and if determined that you would benefit from talking to a GP, your call is then transferred. If it is determined that the call is a “Emergency’ they will call 000 for you and stay on the line with you until help arrives.

Pyramid Hill Family Clinic - Gladfield Rd Jaeschke Silos

Geoff Burke your local agent for

Jaeschke Silos

Selling Field Bins

(Grain & Super)

and Silos

Phone 5455 7339 a.h. Mobile 0428 557 389

fax 5455 7205

Pyramid Hill Bakery

Café Open 7am to 8.30pm Mon to Fri

8am to 8.30pm Sat & Sun

Open for Breakfast:

Bacon & Eggs (straight) w toast or tomato, Ham & Cheese Toasties

Lunch:

Fresh Salad Rolls Home cooked meal - Mon to Fri - $8 Check our menu board out the front

Bain Marie - Fish & Chips, Hamburgers, Steak Sandwiches,

Chicken Schnitzel burgers, Chicken Pattie Burgers,

Pizza Pizza Pizza Pizza - Thurs., Fri, Sat & Sun nights

Sit down or take away

Also large range of cakes &

slices.

Sponges on sale

Hot or Cold Whole Roast Chickens

$10 Roast Chicken Maryland $5 or

$8 with chips Satay Chicken Pizza

Small - $8.70 Large - $14.50 Salt & Pepper Squid

Pluto Pops

FirewoodFirewoodFirewoodFirewood Dry Redgum

Split & delivered $120 cubic metre

$400 3.5 cub metre Ring Rob - 0428 366 235

Visiting S0licitor Pyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & District

Mobile Consultations Mobile Consultations Mobile Consultations Mobile Consultations at Home/Farm/at Home/Farm/at Home/Farm/at Home/Farm/

Business/WorkplaceBusiness/WorkplaceBusiness/WorkplaceBusiness/Workplace By appointment

Mark Ryan Legal GP Phone: 5483 7425 0429 580 035 Email: legalgp@bigpond.com

Initial phone consultation/advice OBLIGATION FREE

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Don’t forget to get your tickets

$1.00 each from the Neighbourhood House

Be in it to win it!

Mitch’s Weekly Puzzle It is faster than light And older than time.

Dead people eat it but if living people eat it, they

die! The answer next week in the Press.

First one to the Neighbourhood House with the answer wins a ticket in our

Raffle

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Quinlans Water

Deliveries Small or Large Load -

Will deliver anywhere for

Domes+c, Stock,

Swimming Pools etc.

7 DAYS A WEEK.

John & Julie Quinlan

Phone 03 5456 7408

Mobile - 0428 567 408

Building

Contractor

Home Renovations

Vinyl Siding

Concrete Works

Laurie Smith Mobile:

0427 844 064 BPB-DB-L1458

Boort Dental Clinic

For all your family dental needs

Private and Concession Card

Holder appointments Available

Phone: 5451 5230

GDB ELECTRICAL PTY LTD (Glen Bartels) REC No 1811

♦ General Electrical Work

♦ Supply & wiring of new Hot Water Units

♦ TV antenna installations

♦ Selling & Servicing DAVEY PUMPS with a large range of spare parts always in stock

Call Glen on 0427 557342

Thinking of trading water?

Want superior advice and service Call us You won’t be disappointed 1800 657 367

Pyramid Newsagency/ Post Office Monday – Friday 6.00 am – 5.00pm

Saturday 8.00 am – 12 noon

Sunday - Newsagency

8 am—11 am

Post Office Closed

Friendly serviceFriendly serviceFriendly serviceFriendly service Great range of cards Great range of cards Great range of cards Great range of cards

and stationeryand stationeryand stationeryand stationery Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets and much moreand much moreand much moreand much more

Phone: 5455 7036

Fax: 5455 7150

Bettina’s

Hair Beauty &

Body Therapy

For all the latest style in For all the latest style in For all the latest style in For all the latest style in

colours, perms and setscolours, perms and setscolours, perms and setscolours, perms and sets

Body waxing &Body waxing &Body waxing &Body waxing &

body spray tanningbody spray tanningbody spray tanningbody spray tanning

Vibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun Treatments

Sheer relaxationSheer relaxationSheer relaxationSheer relaxation

Skin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toning

Natural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wraps

for detoxing for detoxing for detoxing for detoxing

& skin balance& skin balance& skin balance& skin balance

Telephone

5455 7174

Loddon Sports Awards

The Loddon Shire is holding the inaugural

Loddon Sports Awards to reward the sporting

excellence across the shire.

There will be 11 awards, honouring our top

team, administrator, coach, club or organisation,

two sportspersons (male and female), two junior

sportspersons (under 18), two master sportsper-

sons (over 50) and the “Ultimate Sportsperson”

to be chosen out of the six individual winners.

Nominations will remain open until 5pm on

Thursday, 26 June, with judging continuing

until Wednesday 30 July.

The gala evening will be held on Wednesday

20 August at Pyramid Hill.

People can enter themselves or be nominated.

Individual categories will cover a nominee’s

achievements over the previous 18 months (that

is, 1 November 2012 to 30 April 2014), while a

club or organisation’s track record can embrace

the decade ending 31 December 2013.

Loddon Shire would like to encourage you to

nominate an individual or club within the

Loddon Shire that you believe would be worthy

of such an award.

Nomination forms may be downloaded from

council’s website: www.loddon.vic.gov.au

Pyramid Hill Football Club Wish to invite

‘The members of the community’‘The members of the community’‘The members of the community’‘The members of the community’ to the

Goods & Service AuctionGoods & Service AuctionGoods & Service AuctionGoods & Service Auction Saturday 12th July 2014 6pm at the Memorial Hall 3 course meal & drinks at bar price

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Presbyterian Tyndale Church, Victoria Street

All Services - 2.30 pm

Contact Mr Ern Miller Phone 5455 7362

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Church of Christ Kelly Street

11 am Worship Service

Annual Dinner—

Friday, 29th August Speaker: Kevin Fuller (past Chairman

of Gideons International)

_______________________________

Pyramid Hill

Uniting Church Tyndale Church, Victoria Street

Worship Services at 9 am ________________________

Catholic Services Victoria Street

St Patrick's Pyramid Hill - Saturday

6.30pm (Eposition and confession 6pm)

Church Services

Reid Plumbing

RT40 Ditchwitch Trencher

latest technology in trenching,

fast, efficient, reliable

with compe++ve prices

Office - 5456 2574

24 hour service

Contact:

Paul Reid

0428 562 577

Tony’s BazaarTony’s BazaarTony’s BazaarTony’s Bazaar 7 Kelly Street, Pyramid Hill

Phone: 5455 7153Phone: 5455 7153Phone: 5455 7153Phone: 5455 7153

Gifts Autumn seedlings Flowering/Vegies

Citrus Trees Garden Ornaments

& Statues Osmocote

Potting Mixes & Fertilisers Cow Manure

Chook Manure & Blood & Bone

Shrubs, Palms Natives and Ground Cover

Opening Hours Monday—Friday 9.30—5.30 Saturday

9.30 am —2 pm

Call in and see what Call in and see what Call in and see what Call in and see what is availableis availableis availableis available

Seniors News On Tuesday 10th June we had the usual four players for cards, with Peg and Trevor playing two games with Jess and Ivor playing three games. Then next games were when the boys played the girls and the girls lost both games although that did not stop all players from enjoying their cuppa and cake. On this day we missed Dave who was indisposed; however we hope to see him again soon. During the week we had a phone call from Roscoe who said he will make a visit in September or October and hopes to se us all again then, and he sends regards to all at Pyramid Hill. On Thursday we welcomed Jeanette and Kate for three each side games and these ended up three to two, before we all enjoyed another cuppa and listened to he rain on the tin roof. June and Dave will have had their birthdays by the time you are reading this. I’m sure they don’t look any older though.

Sunday Outing Recently, my grand-daughters gave me a very pleasant surprise by taking me to Boort on a lovely sunny Sunday afternoon for a picnic by the Lake. While enjoying the cake etc, we were entertained by seven swans, gracefully exercising in the glistening water. The green foliage trees in the background added to the beauty of the surroundings and a pea hen strolled along leisurely, with no care in the world—lucky creature. The girls and co thought Boort a pretty township. Next time I was promised another sight-seeing township. They enjoyed being out in the country, as Melbourne is too busy and the traffic unpredictable.

Margaret Woods, Hostel

Lions BBQ Van Available for Hire

Contact Bill Quinn

0427 888 102

Pyramid Hill Lawn Mowing

Lawns mowed, edges trimmed and clippings removed Call for a quote

Minimum charge $22.50

Discounts for prompt payment and repeat bookings

Contact: Andrew or SarahAndrew or SarahAndrew or SarahAndrew or Sarah 5455 70495455 70495455 70495455 7049

Also servicing Kerang, Boort, Cohuna, Mitiamo

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church

Sunday June 22nd

11.00am Eucharist

Sunday June 29th

10.30am Parish Service Bring & Share Lunch to follow

Further enquiries please phone Rector: Bishop Ron Stone

Ph: 0400 558 570

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Pyramid Tyre & Auto Service Proprietor - Paul Ballis

Phone: 5455 7214

* Tyres * Batteries * Windscreens * 24 Hour Towing * Air Conditioning * All Mechanical Repairs * Front Wheel Alignment * Castrol Oils * Fuchs Oils * TWM Pumps & Small Engines

For more informa�on:

Gwen Searle 54559238

Robyn Spowart

54559278

Northern District

Community Health

Service 12 Victoria Street

Pyramid Hill

9.00 am—4.00 pm Monday—Friday

Nurse can be seen here between 9—10 am

Phone: 5455 7065

***In An Emergency ring 000 for an Ambulance***

CERT will then be activated.

If a non-emergency then contact the office, or leave

a message.

All other services by

appointment only.

Enquiries to 5451 0200

Kids Rock

Tuesday, 15th July

Church of Christ Hall

3:30 to 5:00

Open for children 5 years old

or Prep to Year 8 to enjoy

Games, Stories, Craft & Singing - $1 It would be great to see you

there

kidsROCK

Need a Caterer??

Pyramid Hill Pre-School Committee is available for all

your catering needs Dinners, Weddings,

Birthdays, Funerals,

Afternoon Teas,

Clearing Sales

Reasonable rates

Contact: Lauren Gould

0407 500 983

5436 5356

Fire wood for sale

6x4 trailer $100

delivered ring

Joe on 5455 7336

or 0477 228 788

Can ring after

hours.

Pyramid Hill CERT

Recruitment

Pyramid Hill Community Emergency Response Team [CERT] is a volunteer run organisation within Ambulance Victoria providing Emergency First Response care to Pyramid Hill and surrounding

communities. We are now seeking interest from persons within the community who would like the

opportunity to be trained as a First Responder.

Applicants will need to meet the necessary requirements and training obligations as in accordance with Ambulance Victoria to become a First Responder and a team

member of Pyramid Hill CERT.

For further information and to register your interest:

Pyramid Hill CERT Recruitment Pyramid Hill CERT Recruitment Pyramid Hill CERT Recruitment Pyramid Hill CERT Recruitment

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CERT Hall CERT Hall CERT Hall CERT Hall

[Victoria Street[Victoria Street[Victoria Street[Victoria Street————next to next to next to next to

Swimming Pool]Swimming Pool]Swimming Pool]Swimming Pool]

@ 7pm.@ 7pm.@ 7pm.@ 7pm.

Sheridan Gunther-Team Leader

0458 557 415

G L & C M Thomas Transport

Proudly Providing

Quality Service

B Double, Single Trailers for Livestock, Wool, Tipper,

General & Container Freight

Clean, Reliable, Friendly

Phone: 5437 5264

Graeme: 0428 481 100

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Mick’s Rural

Fencing

∗ Post & Rail

∗ Ca7le & Sheep Yards

∗ Colourbond

∗ All types of fencing

∗ Servicing all areas

Mick or Tracey

Phone: 0428 990 701

5457 1329

Tip Truck HireTip Truck HireTip Truck HireTip Truck Hire

Soil, Gravel, Grain & Silage carted

Contact

Peter Reynolds

Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580 Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386

Ken Talbot

Cleaning Call Ken for all your

carpet and upholstery cleaning needs

Free quotes!

Phone: 0437 479 738

V/LINE FROM MELBOURNE Monday – Friday

Train dep Melb 7.42 am & 6.20 pm

Departs Bendigo 9.59 am & 8.39 pm

Arrives Pyramid 11.00 am & 9.42 pm

Tuesday and Thursday

(Need to book on Thursdays)

Train dep Melb 1.15 pm

Coach dep Bendigo 3.30 pm

Arrive Pyramid 4.54 pm

Friday Only

Train dep Melb 7.20 pm Bendigo 9.20

Coach departs Bendigo 9.20 pm

Arrives Pyramid 10.40 pm

Saturday only

Train dep Melb 8.36 am & 6.36 pm

Arrives Pyramid 11.46 am & 9.46 pm

Sunday only

Train dep Melb 8.36 am & 6.36 pm

Arrives Pyramid 11.46 am & 9.46 pm

TO MELBOURNE Monday – Friday

Train dep Pyramid 8.18 am & 1.57 pm

Arrives Bendigo 9.21 am & 3.01 pm

Arrives Melb 11.34 am & 5.11 pm

Tuesday and Thursday

Coach dep Pyramid 10.55 am

Train dep Bendigo 12.30 pm

Arrive Melbourne 2.28 pm

Friday only

Coach dep Pyramid 5.05 pm

Arrives Bendigo 6.20 pm

Train Arrives Melb 8.49 pm

Saturday only

Train dep Pyramid 8.17 am & 2.37 pm

Arrives Bendigo 9.20 am & 3.41 pm

Arrives Melb 11.31 am & 5.43 pm

Sunday only

Train dep Pyramid 8.17 am & 5.34 pm

Arrives Bendigo 9.20 am & 6.37 pm

Arrives Melb 11.31 am & 8.45 pm

Victoria Street

Welding Trailer Repairs

Golf buggy trailers, Crates

For all welding needs and small fabrication.

Rob Alexander

Ring 0428 366 235

Pyramid Hill Playgroup

Fridays - 10am—12 each week

@ Pyramid Hill Preschool

65 Kelly Street

Children 0-5 years with a parent or

caregiver Cost is $1 a child per week or $30

per family for the year. Families are also required to join Playgroup a Victoria at a cost of

$30 or $20 concession. http://www.playgroup.org.au

For more info call:

Kirsty Twigg

0438 668 627

Find the Playgroup page on Facebook

Online TuitionOnline TuitionOnline TuitionOnline Tuition VCE English and

VCE EAL

TATE Training susan@tatetraining.com.au

0449 239 102

http://tatetraining.com.au

SaleSaleSaleSale Estate of E M Holt

32 Barber Street, Pyramid Hill

Saturday, 5th July

Starting at 9 am until

late afternoon

Definitely no early birds

Linen, crockery, lamps, lots of

household items, too numerous

too mention.

Various pot plants, garden

ornaments

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Fertiliser

Bulk

Bulka bags

Bags

Spreading

Fertiliser & Seed

Gypsum & AgLime

Organics & Manure

Quality Pasture Seeds

Ryegrass

Clover

Lucerne

Pasture blends

Thompsons Bridge Rd, Gunbower

Phone Stuart 5487 1269

0428 871 269

www.richriverseeds.com.au

Rob MansonRob MansonRob MansonRob Manson

Phone Phone Phone Phone

0407 509 0110407 509 0110407 509 0110407 509 011 UHF Channel 25

Grader Hire

Channelling &

Drainage Works

Road Forming 50 Barber Street,

Pyramid Hill, 3575

More District History

Part 20—By Ern Ferris contd

If the next great flood does not occur until another 39 years cycle has elapsed rescue of stock and people will probably be affected by aerial conveyance or residents whose houses are flooded may seize their penates and fly to a place of safety in the family aeroplane instead of waiting anxiously for rescue by boat or other risky methods The floods of 1909 will now become a chronological reference, and the memory of the 1870 inundation will be relegated to oblivion. Previously, when the early settlers related their hair-breadth escapes from past great floods, the younger generation would smile superciliously and take tales “cum grano salis.” I admit having thought that exaggeration was indulged in, but now the truth of those reminiscences there is confirmation strong as proof of Holy Writ. Perhaps the accuracy of the accounts of his year’s inundation narrated in the future by those who witnessed it will be discredited. Residents are now able to estimate the extent of the havoc caused by the overflow and to commence salvage operations and repairing. All Egyptian brick buildings received considerable damage, and in the majority of cases, have collapsed. The chief loser in this respect is the Bell family, whose house was partly built of brick and partly of weatherboard, and through which the waters flowed at a depth of nearly two feet, is almost in ruins. The damage to the residence alone is estimated to be over 200 pounds, and fences and outbuildings were also destroyed. Other residents to suffer loss similarly, some to greater extent than others are, Messers F and G Humbert, Hird, Priestly, Penglaise, Lowe, Cronin, Cochrane, Upton and Howe. Terricks Estate and F Woods lost thousands of sheep between them. Along Calivil Creek houses owned by Messers McCauley, White, Dutton, Chapple, Bailey Bros, and Tackman received damage to a more or less extent. Fencing was also carried away, but loss of stock was not so great. Many instances could be recorded of people being awakened in the night by an unusual noise, which subsequently proved to be the roar of advancing waters, and who, on seeking to investigate the cause, stepped into icy cold water.

But that was common experience. Some who considered themselves immune from inundation thought at the first moment that a tidal wave was over-sweeping the country, or that deluge equal to that chronicled by Noah was occurring, but on this occasion there was no ark to take refuge,. It is an easy matter to jest when one has suffered no loss and to paraphrase, “He jests at floods who never felt a flood “. It is sympathy that should be expressed, not feeble jokes. However I do feel truly sorry for those who suffered not only bodily discomforts during the prevalence of the flood, but also pecuniary loss by the destruction of personal property. But that sturdy independent spirit which never admits defeat, and which is characteristic of Britishers, is evinced by all and provided there is no recurrence of the trouble it will not be long before all traces of the devastation will be obliterated. If required, all those who were fortunately situated should not hesitate to render monetary assistance to the sufferers, for it is Christian principle that “As far as you can to every man—Let your aid be freely given”.

Murrabit and Benjeroop Flooded September 10 1909. The floodwaters in the vicinity of Kerang are gradually subsiding. The Repairs. Mr Graham, the shire engineer, has been busy during the week inspecting all places where damage has been done. It appears to have been heavier on the east than on the west side of the Loddon, but it is believed that the cost of repairs for the whole shire will not exceed 1,000 pounds. Of this about 350 will be required west of the Loddon, but it is believed that the cost of repairs for the whole shire will not exceed 1,000 pounds. Of this about 350 will be required west of the Loddon and approximately 140 in the Mologa district. Only three or four bridges will need attention. Cont----------

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The author wrote in the prologue of the circumstances in which he came to write this book and stated that “Everything that follows is true, or recounted to the best of my ability.” Ireland in the 1950’s was influenced morally and physically by the archaic rules of the Catholic church and Roscrea was one of the many institu-tions where “fallen girls” were sent to have their babies. Philomena’s baby was born there in 1981. He was a dark haired boy named Anthony. He stayed with his mother for three years before the inevitable happened and he was chosen, with his inseparable little girl friend, called Mary, to be adopted (bought) by an American couple. He was renamed Michael and so began his life with Dr. and Mrs. Hess. Being so different from the other three Hess boys, Michael did not have much in common with them. Secret fears of not being good enough troubled him all his early years. He and Mary both thought that their mothers had given them away because they were not good children. Mary became rebellious, but Michael placidly complied during his early years. Time moved on. Mary married and left home. Mike went to university, studied law and became employed by N.I.M.L.O., the National Institute of Municipal Law Officers. Jealousy of his capability caused him to be trapped into an accusation which suggested that he was consorting with the Republi-cans. He was sacked from his position. Psychological and political events mingled in Mike’s mind. He became a nervous and physical wreck, curiously trying to prove to himself that he was worthless and everyone was against him.

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Netball Report - 14/6/14

Pyramid Hill v Inglewood

A Grade

On the newly opened courts, Pyramid performed with ease. Accurate gaoling and firm direct passing down the court meant that Pyramid Hill were in a confident lead at each change. Damien Drums speech reiterated how fortunate the club is to have such a spectacular surface to play on. A grade made the most of it and came away with another win under their belt. A good team effort today. Final score: Pyramid 47- Inglewood 17 Award Courtney Mann

B Grade In a very physical contest, Pyramid came out hard and took a very early lead but Inglewood were able to make the most of a couple of turnovers. They were able to convert with accurate shooting to take a handy lead by half time.

The third quarter saw Pyramid Hill's goal shooters improve their accuracy and force some turnovers, allowing them to pick up 6 goals. They kept fighting hard but it was just not quite enough. Final score: Inglewood 44-Pyramid 29. Award Lauren Moon

C Grade Pyramid started slow in the first quarter which saw Inglewood take a strong lead from the start. The girls played really well for the rest of the game with their heads held high. It was great to hear and see so much positive feedback from the girls. We really seem to be coming together and improving each week. Final score: Inglewood 72- Pyramid 26. Award Kirsty Fawcett

17 & Under The pyramid girls got off to a good start securing a strong lead at quarter time. They continued to work hard and extended the margin to secure a convincing lead at half time. The third quarter was the most difficult with the Inglewood girls putting up a good fight.

The doggies finished the game well to come away with a fantastic win.The girls remain undefeated as we reach the halfway mark of the season. We'll done girls! Final score: Pyramid 67- Inglewood 10. Award Jasmine Lacey

15 & Under With a hope filled glint in their eyes, the girls took to the court and came out firing in the first quarter taking a seven goal lead. Accurate goaling and plenty of great passing made for a lovely game to watch in the first half. The lead continued to extend further to 13 goals. With an injury to Hammo's digit, positional changes were made but the girls continued to play well and come away with the win. Final score: Pyramid hill 42- Inglewood 16. Award Jordy Broad

Minis Pyramid Hill had a good start to the game with good defense and good goal shooting. It was a good second quarter with nice passing, accurate goal shooting and a fast paced game from end to end. The girls continued to play well in the third quarter but slowed down a little in the final quarter. Overall, good game girls. Award Sammi Moon

Round 10 June 21st

YCW vs Pyramid Hill

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M Dingwall

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Under 15 Georgia Bartels Gibson Moon

Under 17 Sharon Moon M Gunther M Dingwall

A Sharon Moon Sophie Baker Kirby Mann

B Sonia McCahon Jade Gunther

C G Bartels Emily Stewart Emma Townsend

Round 11 June 28th

Mitiamo vs Pyramid Hill

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Abbey Dingwall

Moon

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Under 15 Lauren Moon Murfitt Broad

Under 17 Terry Stobaus Kellett Tess Hampson

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Football Club Pyramid Hill vs Inglewood

Last week we hosted Inglewood at Mitchell Park. Despite the 50 mm of rain the previous day the ground had held up reasonably well. The U 17’s had 3 boys pushed up to senior selection; this created the opportunity for the next group of lads to lead from the front. They relished the extra responsibility recording a very comfortable 16 goal win. Good to see young Zac Dingwall back on the park after an injury in the pre season. Final scores Pyramid Hill 17.10 -112 Def Inglewood 2.3 -15 Goal kickers- S Gunther 5, N Kerr 4, I McLean 3, G Birt 2, M Gunther 2, B Moon 1 Best players- Millers Ag- I McLean, Coaches Award S Gunther, Bakery

Cafe G Birt Coffee Bank J Moon, Club Award J Fernandez, Most Disciplined A Meulendijks The reserves faced a similar story to the previous week being short on for numbers, With Bruce Moon fresh from a solid hit out at the Bali nines pulling on the boots. The boys’ endeavour never let up but in the end a few too many soft goals for Inglewood proved to be the differ-

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Round 13— 12th July Pyramid Hill vs Marong

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Kim Deb Tania

L Dingwall K Bartels C Mann S McCahon J James

Tess Hampson

B Monaghan A Peters

Jessica Gunther Jorja Moon

L Dingwall T Burke M Stewart M Miller M Fernandez

Kirby Mann

The boys are still having fun and enjoying themselves, keep your chins up and things will get a whole lot easier as the seniors regain a few back from injury over the next couple of weeks. Final Scores Pyramid Hill 9.5 -59 lost to Inglewood 16.7 -103 Goal kickers- M Scott 4, J Horsburgh 2, S Holman, P James and J Amos 1 each Best Players- Bridge Hotel M Scott Victoria Hotel S Pinnuck The seniors had another debutant with Nathan Fitzpatrick promoted for a taste of seniors. Were some murmurings that young Fitzy had suggested to Grayling that there was not enough room in the 50 M arc for both of them and that the senior coach should play a decoy role. The fact the big fella finished with a lazy 8 tells me the advice was politely ignored. Congratulations Nathan on your

first game of seniors.

Also of note was the fact 5 boy from last year’s U 17’s started on the ground together. This is the future and it is paramount to the sustainability of the club that we ensure they play the majority of their senior footy for the Bulldogs.

On to the game and the boys had 6 on

the board in no time at all to ensure any

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Final Scores Pyramid Hill 24.15 -159 Def Inglewood 9.2 - 56 Millers AG Supplies Goals were P Grayling 8, T Parker 5, N Fitzpatrick 2, with 9 other single goal kickers Bridge Hotel Linc Withers Victoria Hotel Troy Parker Congratulations Jaryd Wishart on playing your 50th senior game for the club. We hope you stay on for many more years. A great time was enjoyed by all at the Woolshed family night with a very good attendance of senior players. Leroy stepped up and had a go, Dogs Hammond showed that he not only had the right physique but was more than comfortable with the handpiece, while young Fitzy finally found something that he didn’t excel at doing. After our next home game (against Marong) we will be holding the club’s annual Goods & Services Auction. This is the major fundraiser for the year. Catch up with David James with your donation. This week we travel down to YCW and with 5 or 6 players likely to come back in to the seniors we should expect a much improved output against a team that will have improved since our meeting with them earlier in the year.

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Club Golf meeting at a new time

Tuesday 24th June at 7-30pm

There are a couple of local Tournaments coming up and it would be terrific if any of our Members could go to support them: Calivil Men’s 4bbb Friday, 20th June. Men’s Stroke day Sunday 22nd June.

Mitiamo Men’s 4bbb Friday 27th June. Men’s Stroke Sunday 29th June. Members interested in a coaching clinic at the Pyramid Hill Golf club, towards the end of July, should contact Stephen or Sue Amos. Dates and times to be finalized.