Army Tank Museum located at Puckapunyal, collects, preserves and exhibits the history of Australian Light Horse and Armoured Corps.

Open: Tuesday to Friday 10:00am-4:00pm.

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National Families Week A Great Success

National Families Week Event Puckapunyal – 18th May 2017

We had a great turn out by families with approximately 130 participating.The primary school staff had their fund raising supplies down pat which

ran like clock work, with plenty of tasty food hitting the spot. DCO provided a humongous cake to celebrate the National Families

Week occasion. The cake went down well with the families and some returned for

seconds. There were glow sticks for all the kids upon entry and tickets for the door

prizes, along with the free sticker, note pads, balloons and colouring in activity from Families Australia.

The photo station was a big hit with families and kids alike.Families had a great time dancing with their children to the disco beats

and flashing lights.Families left with rosy cheeks from a lot of dancing, full tummies and

smiles.Thanks to all who participated and volunteers for their time, effort and

energy.

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Contents Page

Contribute to the Boomerang:Do you have any of the following you could share with others - whether you give a one line explanation, a simple paragraph or a full page (350 word) article? If so, please send your images, maps, scanned items, articles and links to boomerang.pucka@gmail.com.

• favourite, inspirational or mixed up sayings• funny or clever You Tube links and handy websites• funny pet or ‘little people’ pics, stories or statements • clever recipes, useful family remedies• best places: fishing spot, holiday locations, markets, cafés etc• best man cave ever or things for the man cave• events, hobbies, movie or book reviews... • photos of events or scenes for the front or back cover of the Boomerang

National Families Week A Great Success ...................................................... iiGrant Applications ..........................................................................................2Snippets from the Base Information Circular ..................................................3PMA Community Home Up and Running .......................................................4Boomerang Submissions and Advertising Rates............................................5Useful Phone Numbers ..................................................................................6Local Public Transport Summary and Football/Netball...................................8Vet Verbal's - Pet Arthritis ...............................................................................9Have fun at Melbourne's Winter Wonderland ................................................10Early Learning Centre - Puckapunyal Kindergarten .......................................11Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood Centre...........................................12Local Community Groups and Activities .........................................................16So Much on Offer at Daylesford .....................................................................21Colour By Numbers ........................................................................................22Basic Puckapunyal Map .................................................................................23Pull-out July 2017 Calendar ...........................................................................24Basic Seymour Map .......................................................................................26Find a Word Puzzle ........................................................................................27Chaplains for 2017 .........................................................................................28Defence Special Needs and Little Tackers .....................................................29Mitchell Shire Immunisation............................................................................30The Defence Force Welfare Association ........................................................37Puckapunyal Area Theatre Movie Guide ........................................................38DFA and Education Assistance Scheme ........................................................48Quick and Easy Dinner ...................................................................................49Australian Military Bank ..................................................................................50

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Grant Applications

The PAAB is accepting grant applications from community groups and associations in the Puckapunyal Military Area (PMA) that will enhance the quality of life of the PMA community.

Applications close on 30 June 17, and organisations will be informed of the Board’s decisions in late July/early August, following the PAAB Annual General Meeting.

Application forms and advice can be requested by emailing: james.wiles1@defence.gov.au.

Completed applications may be submitted to the email address above or to:

The SecretaryPAABPO Box 110PUCKAPUNYAL Milpo VIC 3662

Puckapunyal Area Amenities Board (Paab)Notice To Puckapunyal Community Groups And

Military Units

From the 1 July 2017, DCO will provide funding towards eligible ADF partners to find jobs when posting to a new location.

Within 12 month of posting to a new location recognised partners can apply for funding up to $1,500.00 to assist with the immediate difficulties of finding employment in each location.

Employment-related initiatives include:• Mandatoryfeesforprofessionalre-

registration when moving from one state or territory to another.

• Professionalemploymentservicessuch as:

• Developmentofapersonalisedresume and/or coaching

• Identifyingoftransferrableskills• Employmentoptionsandjob

placement advice• Jobsearchtechniquesandstrategies• Developmentofanonline

employment profile• Applicationandselectioncriteria

coaching• Preparationandpresentation

coaching for interviews.

Applications can be made following receipt of a posting order or within 12 months after the orders effective date.

Funding may attract FBT for the ADF member, so it is recommended to seek independent financial advice as to whether these options are financially advantageous before committing to the program.

Interested partners should read the guidelines before completing an application form. These are available on the DCO website or contact the 24/7 DCO helpline on 1800 624 608.

For further information please contact louise.knight@defence.gov.au.

Partner Employment Assistance Program

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Snippets from the Base Information CircularA reminder about Pet Ownership in the PMA

For those living on base, a quick reminder that pets such as cats and dogs must be registered with Mitchell Shire. Whilst it is very tempting to let your well-behaved pet pooch wander off leash, you can only do so in your yard or the designated off-leash area, east of Shell Green cricket ground (oval 5).

When you are in this area, be mindful that it not just for dogs, so maintain control of your dog and be aware of other people enjoying the space.

Please also remember that Vic road rules apply in the base, so you can’t just walk along the road. You need to the footpaths or off-road grassed/dirt areas whilst walking, not the roads.

Remember not to wander into the restricted operational areas of the base, which were mentioned in the previous Boomerang (Mont St Quentin Road; Blamey Road (at intersection with Bardia Blvd); Blamey Road (at intersection with Passchendaele Pde) and Malaya Road (Westerly direction from Married Quarters to Morobe Rd). PAAB Grant apps close 30 June

The Puckapunyal Area Amenities Board (PAAB) is accepting grant applications from community groups and associations in the PMA that will enhance the quality of life of the PMA community.

Applications close on 30 June 17, and organisations will be informed of the Board’s decisions in late July/early August, following the PAAB Annual General Meeting.

Application forms and advice can be requested by emailing james.wiles1@defence.gov.au.

Disposal of MQ Green WasteMQ residents are reminded to

dispose of green waste at the green waste site, not on vacant blocks or over your back fence.

The base green waste site is at the corner of Mont St Quentin and Salamaua Roads (adjacent to JLU(V)-P).

It can be accessed Mon – Fri 0900 –1600 h (including public holidays), and Sat – Sun 1200 – 1600 h. Parking vehicles in the MQ

Readers are reminded that vehicles within the PMA have to be parked in areas specifically set aside for such a purpose (ie the side of the road, your driveway, etc). Nobody is permitted to park on grassed areas such as the vacant blocks and nature strips throughout the married quarter.

If you have friends or family coming over to visit on the weekend or school holidays, make sure they do the right thing too.

Did you know… the Boomerang is also available on the PDNC website at http://puckacommunity.org.au/boomerang/.

Boomerang Survey!A Survey about the Boomerang

is coming!We are looking for your feedback

about the content and format you would like to have for your

boomerang.

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PMA Community Home Up and RunningThe PMA Community Home is up and running. The home is located within the PMA

residential area and is fully kitted out to accommodate up to a family of 5 with everything provided for their stay excluding food. It is available for booking for military members posted to the PMA who qualify under para 1-4 as follows:

(1) Families of members who are in hospital/injured: First priority will be given to families of members injured or in the recovery stage of an injury. The house can be booked for these families for the purpose of supporting the member while they recover.

(2) Non-custodial parents during access visits. Second priority will be given to non-custodial parent access visits with their children.

(3) Reconciliation of members who are MWD (U). Third priority is given to members classified MED(U) so their families can visit for a short period.

(4) Visiting families of local Defence members: As required pending availability. Defence members can locate booking requests and information pertaining to the

Community Home at the DRN share point address: http://legacy/TeamWeb2010/ARMY/forcomd/trainingcentres/CATC/Pages/PMA-Base-Plans.aspx.

POCs for additional information are SO2 Base Plans CATC, MAJ Mark Sommers (email mark.sommers@defence.gov.au) or SO3 Base Plans, CATC, WO1 Graeme Jones (email graeme.jones1@defence.gov.au). Defence members can locate further contact details via the Defence Telephone Directory.

Pop in on a Wednesday and meet DiYour Maternal & Child Health Nurse

Maternal & Child Health Service is a unique service in Victoria. A MCH nurse requires three certificates in General, Midwifery and MCH nursing to practice in the service.

The service provides monitoring of your child’s growth, development sleep settling, feeding, nutrition, parenting, safety, maternal health and much more during 10 Key age & stage (KAS) visits between birth and 4 years.

Location – Puckapunyal Early Learning Centre, 26 Alamein Road, Puckapunyal.

Contact: Centre on 5793 1203 or mobile 0439 390 153. Leave a message or call Jess, MCH service admin on 5734 6253.

Open every Wednesday 8:30am to 4:30pm.

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Boomerang Submissions and Advertising Rates

Ad Size Cost Per Issue Size of Ad

1 Page (Portrait only) $120.00 W 132mm by H 180mm

1/2 Page (Landscape only) $60.00 W 132mm by H 88mm

1/4 Page (Portrait) $30.00 W 65mm by H 88mm

1/4 Page (Landscape) $30.00 W 132mm by H44mm

Advertising

For all advertising details please contact the Editor. The advertising process calls for an advertising agreement to be signed and any advertisement paid for Prior to publication. You can advertise for one (1), three (3), six (6) or 11 issues.

Advertisers will receive a complimentary copy of the Boomerance if rquired. Below is a table of placement costs and sizes per issue. there are 11 issues per year (December-January, is a combined issue)

Editor: Beverley Benson Mobile: 0467 000 875 Email: boomerang.pucka@gmail.comPost: Editor, Boomerang Newsletter PO Box 101, Puckapunyal MilPO, Vic 3662

The Boomerang is the newsletter of the Puckapunyal Community and distributed free of charge to all workplaces and PMA married quarters. It is aimed at all who work and live in location with information on activities in and about the surounding shires.

The Boomerang has been serving the Puckapunyal Defence community for over 50 years and has a

current readership of over 5000. Copies of the Boomerang are held in our Defence Library

and are also available by direct mail at an annual subscription which covers postage.

Submissions

The final cut-off date for articles and advertisements is the 20th of the month for the following month's edition. It is too difficult to add an advertisement or story once the layout is complete, so please ensure you submit your item/s well before the cut-off date to save any disappointment.

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Useful Phone NumbersUseful Phone Numbers

PMA Customer Service Centres and Admin UnitsBridges Bks CSC Bldg 363 5735 6261 or

5735 6324E&IG HQ Bldg 816 McDonald Roaddsvt.basesupportpuckapunyal@defence.gov.au

Puckapunyal Bks CSC Bldg 1050 Morobe Road

5736 6690 or5735 6736

Transfield Services - Base Service Support Centre

1300 658 975

Hopkins Bks CSC Bldg 21 5735 7240 or 5735 7415

Defence Environmental Unit Bldg 816 McDonald Road

5735 7583

Military Police (24 Hours) 0407 236 692

Defence Services and ContractorsDefence Community Organisatrion HQ Vivi Street

5735 7731 (BH)

Family Information Nertwork Defence (FIND)

1800 020 031

Wilson Security (24 Hours a Day) 5735 7038 DHA Maintenance Hotline 139 342

National Welfare Co-ord Centre (AH)

1800 801 026 National Welfare Co-ord Centre 1800 801 026

Defence Housing Australia HQ Vivi Street

5736 1140 Defence Families of Australia DFA Hotline 1800 100 509

Boomerang Editor 0467 000 875

Emergency NumbersAmbulance/Fire/Police 000 Poison Information Line 13 11 26

Pucka Health Centre (PHK) Reception

5735 7673 Lifeline Australia 13 11 14

PHC Medical Emergencies ONLY 5735 7689 Seymour Fire Brigade 5792 1638

PHC Ward and AH Enquiries 5735 7655 Novus Windscreens 13 22 34

Seymour Police 5735 0200

Military Police (24 Hours) 0407 236 692or 5735 7987

Origin Energy 13 29 72

Seymour District Memorial Hospital 5793 6100 RACV 13 11 11

Truenergy Power and Street Light Failure

13 17 99 Mitchell Shire Council 5734 6200

Telstra Faults 13 22 03

Community Groups, Health and TransportArea Fitness Centre 5735 7752 PMA Area Library 5735 7755

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AAFCANS Shopping Centre and Local Services

Puckapunyal Military Post Office 5735 7758 AAFCANS Area Manager - S. Joseph

5735 7635

Grant's Men's Hairdressing 5735 7607 Paris Blonde Hair and Beauty Salon K Symons

5735 7697

Fish and Chip Shop 5793 1386 Pizza and Pasta Open Evenings and Thursday and Friday lunch

5793 1035

Emporer Asian Food 5793 1568 Blackheart Holdings Pty Ltd 5793 1112Seymour Central Vet - Harrington 5799 1922 Seymour Vet Surgery - Hogan/

Daiziel5799 1400

Schools and Kindergartens - Child CarePucka Kindergarten (3-4 Year Old) 5735 7699 Seymour College Office Prep -

Year 12 Loco Street, Seymour5771 1300

Mission Aust Early Learning Centre Day Care and Kinder

5735 7589 Seymour College - Seymour East Campus and Special School

5799 1705 5792 2209

ABC Day Care Centre, Seymour 5799 2855 Seymour College - Grant Street Seymour

5799 1055

St Mary's College Prep - Year 10 5792 2611 Puckapunyal Primary School 5793 1288

Banks and Credit UnionsDefence Bank - Puckapunyal 5793 7000 Australia Military BankPMA 5735 7596Bank of Melbourne Seymour 5792 3855 Commonwealth Bank Seymour 5792 1011National Australia Bank Seymour 5735 1000 Goulburn Murray Credit Union

Seymour5792 1075

Useful Phone NumbersSeymour Taxi 5792 1644 Area Theatre (Open for Movies

Wednesday/ Friday/ Saturday)5735 7603

Pucka and District Neighbourhood Centre

5735 7719 Seymour and District Community House

5792 3152

Centrelink 13 61 50 Relatiionships Australia - Shepparton

5820 7444

RAAC Tank Museum 5735 7285 Seymour Railway Station 13 61 98 or 5793 6265

PMA Model Railway Club 5735 7719 Seymour Railway Heritage Centre - Watson Street

5799 0515

Pharmacy Station Street 5792 1477 Seymour Coaches (Daily Puckapunyal to Seymour)

5792 1181

Puckapunyal Scouts 5794 3214

MiscellaneousDi Grant - Celebrant 5794 1720 Paper - Seymour Telegraph 5792 2066

Deb Hatfield - Justice of the Peace 5735 7834 Seymour News Agency 5792 1129

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Seymour Railway Station. Tel: 136198 or 5793 6265. Location: Station St, Seymour. Catch a bus or drive to Seymour Railway Station. V/Line trains run approximately hourly from Seymour to Melbourne.

Seymour Coaches. Busses depart from the bus interchange at Seymour Station in Station Street, daily to Puckapunyal. Tel 5792 1181. Timetables at http://www.seymourcoaches.com.au/.

Seymour Taxis. Tel 5792 1644 and information at http://www.seymourtaxi.com.au/

Your MykiPurchase a Myki card for $6 (full fare) or $3 (concession, seniors or child) at:• numerous retailers including all

7-Eleven stores• railway stations (from a ticket machine

or ticket office window where a station has one),

• major tram and bus interchanges• https://www.vline.com.au/Fares-general-

info/Ticketing-myki • call 1800 800 007Top up your Myki card before travelling,

and register and monitor your account online or via the call centre. A lost or stolen card can be blocked from

use as long as you have registered it.

Local Public Transport Summary and Football/Netball

Puckapunyal/Tallarook Junior Football Netball Club Inc.The Puckapunyal Tallarook Junior Football Netball Club is keen to enrol

as many kids as possible to play in the 2017 season.Our Club is trying to field both netball and football teams in three age groups:

under 12s, under 14s and under 16s (and an under 10s football team). All matches are played on Sundays with round one of the season

to commence in early April.Cost for 2017 Season membership/registration/insurance is $90

So Call NowSecretary: Christine Bryant on 0437 463 463 or

President: Sam Anderson on 0433 148 907.

Myki. The myki is your ticket to travel on Melbourne's trains, trams and buses, V/Line commuter train services and buses in Seymour, Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong, the Latrobe Valley and Warragul.

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Vet Verbal's - Pet Arthritis

One in five dogs suffer from pain and disability caused by arthritis, with the majority of dogs going undiagnosed and untreated due to the pet owner’s innocent lack of understanding.

The key is to ensure early diagnosis and treatment so that you and your pets are prepared to cope with the arrival of winter and a drop in temperature – when the signs of arthritis are more obvious and the pain intensifies.

You are best placed to identify the early stages of arthritis as you and your family know your dog’s personality and can recognise subtle changes to his or her “normal” physical ability.

Signs that a dog may be suffering from arthritis include:

• Reluctance to walk or play• Limping

• Stiffness of joints in the morning or after sleep

• Licking or biting of joints• Difficulty in rising from a resting

position• Difficulty in climbing stairs• Change in personality – less happy,

sometimes aggressive or irritableOnce a thorough check of the dog is

undertaken, we can take a comprehensive approach to managing arthritis.

The management program may include –• Weight loss, • Exercise and enhanced mobility,• Nutritional supplements

(glucosamine), • Injections to block ongoing joint

destruction and anti-inflammatories for pain relief.

• Providing soft bedding away from draughts is also necessary.

If you think your dog may be suffering from arthritis, please make an appointment (insert phone number) to come and see us at Seymour Central Vets for a check-up or mention it at your next visit.

Avoid using human arthritis medications as dogs don’t always tolerate human drugs and side effects can occur

ENJOY YOUR PETS!!

Seymour Central Vets63 Emily Street, Seymour. 366003 57991922

Pet Arthritis - Save your pet the pain

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Have fun at Melbourne's Winter Wonderland The Winter School Holidays will see the

heart of Southbank once again transformed into an action packed winter wonderland when Eureka Skydeck present the return of the giant Melbourne Ice Slide for kids, parents and the whole of Melbourne to enjoy.

The slide will be operational from Saturday 1 July to Sunday 16 July 2017 and tickets can be purchased onsite on arrival. No wet weather gear required!Prices - 3 x slides for $12.006 x slides for $20.00Operating Hours

Monday – Thursday: 10:00am – 6:00pmFriday – Saturday: 10:00am – 8:00pmSunday: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Warm up this winter with an exhilarating journey down the Melbourne Ice Slide!

Melbourne Ice Slide will be operating daily (weather dependant). There is no need to make a booking, tickets can be purchased on arrival. Children aged under 5 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

It doesn’t matter if these winter holidays are cloudy! We don’t want to see you stay in bed for two whole weeks. Instead, join us in the city to enjoy a fun-filled day of ice-skating, ice-sliding and more!

Start your day at Flinders St Station. Meet your friends and family ‘under the

clocks’ in the morning and walk over to River Rink at Federation Square.

(Remember to bring your gloves and beanie just in case it’s chilly at 10am!). Fed Square is transforming their River Terrace to a beautiful winter wonderland.

With its twinkling fairy lights and cranking tunes to set the pace.

From Saturday 1 July to Sunday 23 July 2017.Operating Hours:

Sunday – Wednesday: 10:00am – 9:00pmThursday – Saturday: 10:00am – 10:00pmPrices: Starting at $15 (It’s recommended

to book early to avoid disappointment as space on the ice is limited!).

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Puckapunyal Kindergarten Offering pre-school programs for 3 to 5 year olds

Programs:

3 year old Pre-Kindergarten is a play based, educational, age specific, structured program. It aims to prepare children for 4 year old Kindergarten. In 2017, the program will commence 4 hour sessions at an average rate of only $30 per session. Session are Tuesday and Thursday 9.30am - 1.30pm during school terms. Spots are still available for 2017! 4 year old Kindergarten is a Government funded, 15 hour per week educational, play based program with a focus on instilling school readiness. Sessions are offered Mon to Fri and children attend three sessions per week. Sessions are 9.15am and 2.15pm during school terms. There are very limited spots still available!

Contact Janine today to secure your child’s position for 2017! Office open Mon-Tue-Thu 9.00am – 2.30pm Phone: (03) 5735 7699

Email: puckapunyal.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au FB: www.facebook.com/puckapunyalkinder

Do you need care for yourchild aged six weeks to 12 years? Is

your child attending kinder this year? Would you like to extend their day by taking part in our special rate for before

or after kinder?

Do you require care before or after school care?

If you answered yes to any of these questions call Carly Gillett on 5735 7589 to check on availability.

Our spots are filling up fast so be quick to secure you day care needs!

26 Alamein Road, Puckapunyal VIC 3662els_puckapunyal@missionaustralia.com.au

Early Learning Centre - Puckapunyal Kindergarten

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General Advertising

Little Footsteps The PDNC offer Occasional Care for children aged 0-6 years on Mondays toFridays from 9:30am until 2:30pm at a cost of $30 for the first child and $20 for each additional child in the family. Booking is required - get in early.We have age appropriate toys outside and inside the centre. We also undertake artand craft with the kids as well as story-time and other activities.

Tumble TotsTumble Tots is held in the Area Gym every Tuesday 10:00am-11:30am and Friday, 10:00am -12noon. Cost is $2 per child, so why not come down and see what the program is all about. Tumble Tots is a parent participation program. It is a great opportunity to interact both with your own children and other parents.

Lego ClubHeld every Tuesday afternoon from 3:45 - 5:00pm. This is an opportunity for primary school aged children to come and have afternoon tea and play Lego. Cost is $4 and includes the afternoon tea. Please come into the centre to register your child. Any donations of secondhand or new lego (or Duplo) are always welcome.

Toy LibraryOpen 9:30am-11:00am every Thursday and Saturday morning during term time.There is a great range of toys for you to borrow for your children, so come down and see what we have. The Toy Library is run by volunteers and needs more to keep the keep the operation of this wonderful program, if you would like to volunteer please contact the centre.

Mums and BubsHeld at 11:30am on off-pay Wednesdays, and every Monday from 11:30am. Get together with other new mums and their babies for friendship, support information and sharing. Held at the PDNC, all are welcome.

Rhyme TimeHeld at 11:30 am every pay Wednesday, this free service is provided by Mitchell Shire Library Services, and held at the PDNC. All are welcome.

Opening Hours and Contact DetailsMonday-Friday 9:15 am - 2:30 pm

facebook page: www.facebook.com/thePDNC website: www.puckacommunity.org.au

email: manager@puckacommunity.org.au

phone: 03 5735 7719

Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood Centre

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Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood CentreSpecial Needs Morning TeaThis morning tea is for anyone in the community dealing with special needs challenges to come and meet in a supportive environment. It is held at 9:30am on the 1st Friday of the month.

Community Morning TeaThis regular morning tea is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This morning tea is a great opportunity to meet new people, have a chat and a cuppa with or without your kids.

Art ClubHeld from 3:45pm - 5:00pm on a Thursday (during the school term) at the PDNC building. This program is for art loving Primary School children and is run by our wonderful volunteer Bianca. The cost is $4 which includes afternoon tea.

KarateHeld on Wednesdays at the Area Gymnasium with Sansei Marleigh for a variety of ages. Please see www.facebook.com/realworldkarate for pricing details.Cubs: 2-5 year olds at 10:00am - 10:30amTigers: 4-6 year olds at 5:00pm - 5:30pmMixed Ages/Adults: 5:45pm - 6:45pm.

PDNC Op-ShopThe Op-Shop is open to the community every Thursday, from 9:30am - 1:30pm and Tuesday from 10:00am-1:00pm and Saturday from 9:30am - 11:00am. Donations are welcome and can be brought to the Op-Shop during opening hours. The Op-Shop is run by volunteers; if you can donate your time, please contact the PDNC.

Model Railway ClubAll aboard! Head down to the back of the Area Theatre and visit the Model Railway -open Thursdays from 7:00pm. Donovan Joynt (DJ'S)Refer to Flyer on next page

Men's ShedThe Men's Shed is located on the corner near near the Puckapunyal Health Centre. It is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00pm and on weekends by request. It contains a fully equipped workshop, so work on your own, help out with community projects, learn from experts or share your skills.

Social TennisEvery Wednesday at 10:00am at the tennis courts near frontlineCome down for a social hit of tennis then enjoy a coffee at the PDNC afterwards. All welcome. Lots of fun and laughter.”

YogaHeld at the PDNC every Monday and Wednesday evening at 7:00pm with our lovely instructor Lyndal. Cost is $8 and there are a limited amount of yoga mats available for use.

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DJ’s YOUTH PROGRAM

5-7 PM

(Primary School)

7-9 PM(Secondary School)

Join Us Every Friday Evening for a night of food, friends, and fun!

The kids of Pucka can come hang out, listen to music, play computer, X-box and Wii games, have a game of pool or table tennis, dance, and just have fun with their friends! Activities are available

for all school-aged kids. Snacks are available for purchase, or you can bring in your own food.

Cost - Gold coin donation

Located on Pucka, in the hexagonal building on the corner of Bardia Blvd and Tobruk Rd

ATTENTION PUCKA YOUTH!!

Kids attending the primary school session must be signed in by an adult. All attending children must have a completed enrollment form and must be members of the PDNC - Memberships available at the door.

Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, or our website!www.facebook.com/thePDNC

@thePDNChttp://puckacommunity.org.au

Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood Centre

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Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood CentreMums Working SpaceEvery day from 9:30am-2:30pm at the PDNC building **Booking essential**Why not put the kids into care & come and use the facilities of the Mums Working Space Office to study, complete assignments or any other project you can’t get done while at home. The office has a computer with internet service and a printer. Or you can bring your own laptop and use the PDNC Wi-Fi. Please contact the PDNC for bookings.”

BoxingHeld at 5:30pm Tuesdays at the Area Gymnasium with our fantastic instructor Marleigh. Cost is $11 and you must be a PDNC member to participate. Bring a towel and a drink bottle.

Spin GroupSpin with a group, not on your own! Monday 10:00am, Wednesday 5:45pm, Thursday 10:00am and Saturday 10:00am at the Area Gymnasium. This is a free group for PDNC members. Watch the PDNC Facebook page for bookings, only 9 bikes available at each session so get in quick!

Snow Gear HireThe PDNC has a range of snow gear (jackets, pants, all in ones, gloves & boots) available for hire through the Toy Library. The cost is $10 per item per day of use which is very competitive with whats available on the mountain. Drop in to the Toy Library on a Thursday between 9:30am - 11:00am for bookings.

Membership RequirementsTo attend any of our programs, you must be a member of the PDNC. You can join at the Centre during opening hours. This is a family membership fee of $15 per year. If joining after 1st July, membership is only $7 for the remainder of the year.Please Note: Images are examples only.

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Monday - Friday9:30am - 2:30pm

$30.00 for the 1st Child and $20 for the 2nd ChildPlease bring Hat, Drink Bottle, Morning tea and Lunch

Puckapunyal and District Neighbourhood Centre

The Women's Shed SeymourPresbyterian Church Hall, 2 - 4 Guild Street Seymour, Every Wednesday from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Women only and children are very welcome. Contact - Amanda Wood on 0431193204 or Michelle Beaumont on 0417313993.

Local Community Groups and Activities

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Local Community Groups and ActivitiesYoung People's Activities

Seymour Little Athletics Centre: The season commences 14th October till 17th March at Kings Park Seymour, so keep this in mind for the second half of the year. More information can be found on the SLAC website at www.slac36.org.au or visiting the LAVic website. Contact Registrar Ann Allison on 0409412336 or the Secretary Julie on 0438662139. $90 for the season.

Tribe Youth Group: For teenagers attending years 7-12. Run by volunteers from the Central Christian Church in Seymour. FRI 6:00pm-8:00pm. Seymour P-12 College assembly hall, Loco Street, Seymour. Facebook page for updates and information. Contact Jason on 0400 232 632.

The Seymour Youth & Fitness Club: Alfred Street, Seymour-near Chittick Park. Open Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00pm-7:00pm. As well as SAT afternoons from 2:30pm-6:00pm. Cost $3 per session. Membership is free. All welcome. Contact S. Prado-Arnuero on 0437813788.

Uniting Church - Sunday “Kids 4 Christ”: SUN 11:30am-noon: “Kids 4 Christ” for Primary – Year 7. Every 2nd FRI night: Gravit 8 for Secondary school kids. Alternate Friday nights: God’s Heroes Boys Group for 9-12yrs. Seymour Youth Group “Contact Place” Anglesey Street, Seymour. From 4:30 pm. Contact 5792 4035.

History & TouristSeymour & District Historical Society: “Our Military Heritage” display at the Pioneer Library, Tallarook St. Seymour. Meetings, museum and historic collections. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. 1:00pm-3:00pm. Contact J. Jennings on 5792 2311.

VolunteeringVolunteering is a fantastic way for people to be involved with their local community and is also a way to ‘return to work’ after a period off (i.e. mothers trying to return to the work force).

What we do is run community cars to take people on aged pension or disability support pensions to and from medical appointments or respite.

If you can spare some time to volunteer please contact Jessica for more information on 5831 8515.

Tramways Museum: 330 Union Lane, Bylands. Open every SUN, Picnic area or buy refreshments there. For more information visit www.tramway.org.au.

Seymour Railway Heritage Centre: Watson Street, Seymour. Home of Historic locos and rolling stock. New members wanted. www.srhc.org.au. POC Tammie Jones on 5799 0515.

Friends of the Bridge Group (Sub Committee of the Seymour and District Historical Society): 3rd Tuesday of the month (excluding July and December); 1st Sunday of the month (excluding January and July). At the Pioneer Library, Seymour. Contact J. Jennings on 5792 2311

Puckapunyal Scout GroupCubs meet Monday 6:30pm - 8:00 pm.Scouts meet Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:30pm.Contact Bob Hart on 5794 3214 (BH) or 5792 2995 (AH)Email: robert.hart1@defence.gov.au.

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Dance NewsSeymour Dance Club: Old time and Nu-Vogue / ballroom dancing. Tuesday nights. Anglican Hall Seymour. The Group holds a monthly dance (3rd SAT) at the Seymour college hall. from 8:00pm. Contact Ian Ridd on 0419 168 918 or 5792 3641.

60/40 Dance: 8:00pm-11:00pm at the Seymour Anglican Church hall on the 4th Saturday of the month. Old time, Nu-Vogue and some jive. Contact M. Maher on 5799 1623. Ladies a plate of supper only $4.

Goulburn Valley Dance Academy: Tinies, Juniors, Intermediates and Seniors. For details, contact Faye Monks on 0422 810 169 or email: fayereid1985@hotmail.com.

Seymour Rock and Roll Club: Monday nights from 7:30pm. VRI Hall, Anzac Avenue, Seymour, near Seymour train station. D. Joyce on 5799 2505 or 0418 132 190. Newcomers welcome.

Clogging Dance Classes: A little like Irish dancing and tap dancing.

Keep fit and have fun.10:00am-11:00am Mechanics Institute Hall, Main Road, Tallarook. All ages. Cost $5. Contact Bev on 5799 1744 or email bevalk@bigpond.com.au.

Learn to dance classes: Thursdays at the Seymour Anglican hall. Contact Ian Ridd on 0419 168 918 or 5792 3641 or Lois on 5794 2592.

Aerobic Dance Classes: Through the PDNC on Monday and Thursday nights at the Gym, 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Cost $20/night or $30 for both nights.

District Markets1st Kilmore Scout Market: Last Saturday of the month. 9:00am - 2:00pm.Hudson Park, Kilmore. Stalls contact: 5781 1276.

Heathcote Market: 1st Saturday of the month. Heathcote Oval, High Street, Heathcote. From 8:00 am - 1:00pm.

Nagambie Lakes Community Market: 1st Saturday of the month. Blayney Park, Nagambie. 9:00am - 1:00pm. Stalls contact: 0408 602 841.

Wallan Old Time Market: 2nd Saturday of the month. Hadfield Park, Old Sydney Road, Wallan. Stalls contact: 5783 3186.

Violet Town Market: 2nd Saturday of the month. Violet Town Footy ground. 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Heathcote Farmers Market: 3rd Saturday of the month. Heathcote Oval, High Street, Heathcote. 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Seymour Craft & Produce Market: 3rd Sunday of the month. Kings Park, Seymour. 9:00am - 2:00pm. Stalls: 0402 982 447.Lancefield Farmers Market: 4th Saturday of the month. Centre Plantation, High Street, Lancefield. 9:00am - 1:00pm.Tallarook Market: 1st Sunday of the month. Mechanics Institute. Main Road, Tallarook. 9:00am - 1:00pm. Stalls contact: Cynthia on 0403 831 520.

Local Community Groups and Acvitities

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Men’s ShedsPuckapunyal Men’s Shed: Fully equipped workshop, the Mens Shed is located near the Military Hospital. PDNC Membership required. Operating Tuesday - Thursday evenings from 6:00pm and on weekends by request. .

Seymour Men’s Shed: Wimble Street, Seymour (near old mob siding complex). They are open Monday and Thursday from 9:00am onwards. Contact Michael Coffey on 5799 1119 or 0411 271 839.

Nagambie Men’s Shed: Meeting for social times until a shed is found to house their future activities and meetings. Contact Steve Manley on 0407 343 794 or David Keall on 5794 2458.

Art & Craft and CoursesPuckapunyal and District Neighbourhood Centre (PDNC): Labuan Street, Puckapunyal 5735 7719, or the Seymour and District Community House (SDCH) on 5792 3152 and the Contact Place Anglesey Street, Seymour 5792 4035.

Cooking & Sewing Classes: Cobie Morris on 0404 736 729 or email: cobieclasses@westnet.com.au.

A wide variety of courses are available through the Nagambie Lakes Community House (HUB) in Prentice Street, Nagambie. Contact 5794 1487 and leave a message or Mobile on 0448 528 269. We offer many courses and art classes at the HUB - on Saturday.Tallarook Quilters: Tallarook Mechanics Hall. Contact C. Flint during BH on 5792 1075.

Seymour Spinners & Craft Group: Old Court House Gallery. Contact 5792 1990.

University of Third Age Seymour (U3A): Holds various activities and courses. Their office at the Old Court house is open on Mondays 10:00am-12noon. Contact Pat Coffey on 5799 1119 or 0411 271 839.

Avenel Neighbourhood House: is on the corner of Queen Street and Livingstone Street, Avenel. Contact 5796 2043.

Seymour Quilt & Craft Group: Old Court House. Contact Wendie Hooper on 5792 3997.

Krafty Friendship Club Activity Group at Nagambie: St. John’s Anglican Church hall. KFCoffers a variety of “learn how to make things" to share talents. 1st & 3rd Wednesday afternoons. From 1:30pm. Contact Diane Grant on 5794 1720.The Old Post Office Restaurant & Gallery: 50 Emily Street, Seymour. Contact 5792 3170.

Old Court House Gallery: Seymour and District Art Society: Art by local artists.Contact the Information Centre on 5793 8313.

Easy Beads Craft Centre: Beading classes. 70 Anglesey Street, Seymour. Contact 5799 0290 or Christine on 0416 035 799. www.easybeads.com.au.

ScraphappyKat: Scrapbooking made easy with Kathy Andriesson, 64 Oak Street, Seymour. 5792 3197 or 048 899 1699 or scraphappykat@yahoo.com.au.

Local Community Groups and Activities

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PuckapunyalPuckapunyal Post Office is closed from 4:00pm on Fridays. POC Shahid Shah on 5735 7758 or 5793 1300.

PARCHA: Puckapunyal Adult Riding Club & Horse Agistment: Rebecca Polonski on 5735 6260 or 0411 268 879.

Local Music, Singing, Theatre and Entertainment GroupsSeymour Performer’s Workshop (SPW): Contact Glenys Lejins, BH, on 5792 1646.

DREAM Youth Theatre: Presbyterian Hall, Seymour. Contact L. Zandt on 5784 5555.

Mitchell Shire Concert Band: Thursday @ Band hall, Chittick Park, Seymour. New or experienced musicians welcome. Contact Pam on 5783 2502 or email: pam@collings.id.au.

Mitchell Youth Theatre Entertainment (MYTE’s): Call 5734 6200 or 0409 429 770.

Mitchell Choir: Anglican Hall, 10 Delhi Street, Seymour. All secondary school students and adults from all sections of the Mitchell Shire welcome. Tuesday from 7:00pm. Contact P. Hagen on 5784 3884 or 5784 1461.

Recreation ActivitiesPyalong Scale Modellers: For all those interested in Scale Modelling; meets second Tuesday of each Month, at 7:30pm, at Pyalong Community Centre, High Street, Pyalong. For further information, contact David Waye on 5785 1198, 0439 722 279 or email: david.moira@bigpond.com. All ages, areas of interest and skill levels welcome.Seymour Field and Game Club: Lambing Gully Rd, Avenel. Contact R. Treble on 0428 990 135.

Seymour’s Sports Stadium/Aquatic Centre: Chittick Park, Seymour. Contact 5792 3068.

Funfields Amusement Park: 2365 Plenty Road, Whittlesea. Contact 9716 1078 or visitwww.funfields.com.au.

Shepparton Aquamoves Complex: Tom Collins Drive, Shepparton. Includes spas, water slide, moving water river sensation, a café, outdoor playground, pool area and gym. Contact 5832 9400.Avenel Maze & Nine Hole Mini-Golf: 471 Upton Road, Avenel. Open10:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Contact 5796 2667 orvisit www.avenelmaze.com.au.

Mitchell Fixed Wing Aero Club: Meets in the Hilldene paddock, Puckapunyal-Heathcote Road, Hilldene.

Contact J. Blackwell on 5792 3215 or T. Hubbard on 0411 670 914.

Seymour Radio Control Club Inc.: Jocks Paddock Seymour. RC Helicopters, Planes and Buggies. Contact: I. Miller on 5784 2052 or W. Lemon on 0433 143 377 or visit www.seyrcclub.com.

Local Community Groups and Activities

We do our best to keep this information updated for you, but

if we have missed something please let us know via

boomerang.pucka@gmail.com

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So Much on Offer at DaylesfordDaylesford is a spa town located in the

foothills of the Great Dividing Range, within the Shire of Hepburn, Victoria, Australia, approximately 115 kilometres north-west of Melbourne

Daylesford and Hepburn Springs have many things to do, see and explore, are very well known and visited often because of the mineral springs that anyone can freely drink and bottle anytime.

The mineral springs were discovered over one hundred and fifty years ago and they are just as popular now as they were then.

Below are just a few things to take in on your trip and this is just the tip of the iceberg as there is so much to do and experience for couples and families. There is plenty of accommodation to suit all budgets, so why not make a weekend of it.

The Convent:Nestled on the crest of Wombat Hill Botanical

Gardens, over-looking Daylesford. A feast for the senses, the gallery is more than a three level haven of fine art in an historic 19th century mansion. With its decadent retail areas, Mediterranean restaurant, relaxing Altar bar and lounge, restored chapel, nuns museum, all surrounded by six acres of stunning gardens.

The Boathouse Cafe and RestaurantLocated on the banks of our iconic Lake Daylesford

and with exquisite water views from any vantage point, the Boathouse Restaurant offers a sophisticated venue for breakfast and lunch, 7 days a week. You can take in the beautiful views from our warm and cosy indoor dining area for winter catch ups and our outdoor deck and seating area during the warmer months, it's the perfect place for a glass of wine or a meal with family and friends.

Wombat Hill Botanical GardensThe Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens are an

outstanding and enchanting place to visit anytime of the day or year. The gardens are built on top of an extinct volcano known as Wombat Hill which can be seen from most locations in Daylesford. The scenic driveway was originally built for the 'horse and cart' and of course 'now days' it is used by cars, the original rotunda was used as a bandstand for regular entertainment.

Daylesford Day SpaIn an area renowned for its mineral water springs, spas

and health treatments, Daylesford Day Spa stands out from the crowd.

Centrally located in a converted heritage building, Daylesford Day Spa creates a nature-based experience for every client. Offering a range of therapies including Jurlique Facials, Aromatherapy Spas, Body Wraps, and a wide variety of Massages.

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Colour By Numbers

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Basic Puckapunyal Map

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Pull-out July 2017 Calendar

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday30 31

2 3 4 5

9 10 11 12

16 17 18 19

23 24 25 26

Avenel Community Market

Jubilee Park, Queen Street 9.00am - 1.00pm

Tallarook Farmers Market

Mechanics Institute Hall Main Road

Tallarook9:00am - 1:00pm

Term 3 Commences

1:30pmA Dog's Purpose (PG)

7.00pm The Shack (M)

1:30pm Beauty and the Beast

(PG)7.00pm The Zookeepers

Wife (M)

7.00pm Wonder Woman (M)

7:00pm The Mummy (M)

Pull out this calendar and add in your events for the

month.July 2017

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Useful Phone NumbersPull-out July 2017 Calendar

Thursday Friday Saturday1

6 7 8

13 14 15

20 21 22

27 287.00pm Alien Covernant

(MA15+)

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Nagambie Community Maarket9.00am - 1.00pm High Street

School Holidays Commence

Violet Town MarketRecreation Reserve, Tulip Street

8.30am - 1.00pm

Seymour Community MarketKings Park Tallarook Street

9.00am - 2.00pm

10.00am and 1.30pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)

7.00pm wonder Woman (M)

10.00am and 1.30pm Despicable Me 3 (PG)

7.00pm The Mummy (M)

10:00am and 1:30pmPeppa Pig's Australian Holiday

(PG)7.00pm The Zookeepers Wife (M)

10.00am A Dog's Purpose (PG)1.30pm A Dog's Purpose (PG)

7.00pm John Wick Chapter 2 (R)

10.00am and 1.30pm Beauty and the Beast (PG)

7.00pm The Shack (M)

7.00pm King Arthur Legend of the Sword (M)

7.00pm King Arthur Legend of the Sword (M)

7.00pm Alien Covernant (MA15+)

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Basic Seymour Map

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Find a Word Puzzle

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Puckapunyal Chaplains for 2017• School of Artillery Chaplain Stephen Maggs 0427 859 614

Office: (03) 5735 6288 Email: stephen.maggs@defence.gov.au

• School of Armour & CATC Chaplain Al Lavaki, 0475 962 459

• Army Knowledge Group Chaplain Don Kaus 0438 270 917

• Army School of Transport Chaplain Kyung Ee 0477 324 692

Puckapunyal On Call Chaplain

• available 24/7 on 0438 367 863

Sunday Service 9:00am @ Puckapunyal Memorial Chapel (all Christian traditions)

Chaplaincy support Defence members, civilian employees, contractors and family members are all able to access chaplaincy support. Please do not hesitate to contact one of the chaplains in relation to pastoral care or religious services, including baptisms, christenings, wedding, confirmation and bible studies.

AnglicanAnzac Avenue, Seymour - Time: 9:00amMinister: Father Gary Atherton0477 921 111

BaptistAvenel Rd, Seymour - Time: 10:00amPastor Geoff Leslie0417 396 377

Catholic34 Crawford St, Seymour - Time: 10:00amFather Paul Newton

Central Christian Church (Formerly AOG) 84 Emily St, Seymour - Time: 10:00amPastor Peter Brown0413 948 424

Presbyterian2-4 Guild St, Seymour - Time: 5:00pmPastor Dave Wood03 5799 1295

Salvation Army8 Victoria St, Seymour - Time: 10:00amCaptain Heather Stamp

Seymour Uniting11-13 Crawford St, SeymourSunday Service Time: 11:00amRev Alan Lockwood0437 225 727

Reach Out SeymourPollard StreetSeymour Sports and Aquatic CentreTime: 4:00pm0407 826 825

Resurrection Fire MinistriesAvenel RoadMeet every sec’d Thursday at 1:30 pm (Baptist Church)Senior Pastor Jenny Livy 0432 517 240

Allsorts Simple ChurchSeymour and DistrictPastor Ron Jessop 0425 765 319

Padre Ponderings

District Churches & Services

Chaplains for 2017

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Defence Special Needs and Little Tackers

When: Monday and Friday, 9:30am-11:30amWhere: Multi-Function Centre, 26 Alamein Road,

Puckapunyal (opposite school)Who: Children ages 0-5Cost: First visit is FREE!

$2 per session per family, $40 Annual Fee for Playgroup Vic Membership

For more information please contact us via Facebook.

We have heaps of toys, craft activities each day and regular events throughout the year.

Like us on Facebook

Indigo RealmUltimate Wellbeing

Relaxation & Remedial Massage, Kinesiology

Dip. Remedial Massage

Deborah Dowlingph : 0431 303 363

Seymour, Victoria

A.T.M.S. 6146

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Mitchell Shire Immunisation

Do you require travel from Puckapunyal to Melbourne Airport? Then we have got you covered!

Puckapunyal to Melbourne Airport Seymour Passenger Service departs Puckapunyal Medical Centre 2:32pm Monday to Friday (1:58pm Saturday). Arrives at Seymour Train Station at 2:50pm Monday to Friday (2:15pm Saturday)Balfours Airport Direct departs Station Street Seymour 3:25pm. Arrives Melbourne Airport 4:35pmMelbourne Airport to Puckapunyal Balfours Airport Direct departs Melbourne Airport 10:00am. Arrives at Station Street Seymour at 11:10amSeymour Passenger Service departs Seymour Train station at 2:00pm Monday to Friday (12:15pm Saturday). Arrives at Puckapunyal Medical Centre at 2:32pm Monday to Friday (12:43pm Saturday)

Seymour Passenger Services require a MYKI card. Airport Direct services can be prepaid via Visa or Mastercard or alternatively paid in cash to the driver on the day of travel.

Phone now to secure your bookings.

Seymour Passenger Service - Phone 5792 1181 Balfours Airport Direct - Phone 5825 3861

Locations Sessions July August

BroadfordBroadford Hall, 8 Murchison Street

1st Wednesday of every month 10:30am-11:30am 5 2

Wallan Wallan Multi-Purpose Community Centre, 42 Bentinck Street

1st Wednesday of every month 4:30pm-5:30pm4th Tuesday of every month 1:30pm-2:30pm

5

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2

22SeymourMaternal and Child Health Centre, 55 Pollard Street

1st Wednesday of every month 1:30pm-2:30pm 5 2

Puckapunyal 1246 Pozieres Parade, (right of the Health Centre)

2nd Tuesday of every month 10:30am-11:00am 11 8

KilmoreKilmore Family Centre, 7 Skehan Place

2nd Tuesday of every month 1:30pm-2:30pm4th Tuesday of every month 4:30pm-6:00pm

11

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Timetable - 2017- Session Finish Times are Firm so please arrive on time.

www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au (03) 5734 6200 mitchell@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au* Public Holidays - No Sessions on these days.

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General Advertising

Do you suffer from any of the following?• Neck / shoulder stiffness• Back pain• Migraine• Joint pain• Muscular aches and pains• Sore knees / hamstrings• StressBowen Therapy is a gentle

treatment suited to all ages, with typical treatments of 15 to 45 minutes.

For more information, head to www.bebetterbowen.com.au

36 Anzac Avenue, SeymourPh: 0466 652 264

Corner Stone DentalDr John Paul LeeBDS (Otago NZ)

Orthodontics/Implants/Cosmetic & General

Dentistry

Book an appointment today on (03) 5792-2055

72 Anzac Avenue Seymour

WE PROVIDE TUITION IN ALL DANCE GENRES

Edwards Dance Studio SeymourEstablished in 2002

Please contact Camille on 0407 177 085 or Annalise on 0410 726 744

Musical Theatre (song and dance) Jazz, Hip Hop,

Classical Ballet, and Tapping.Our aim is to teach children

to dance to their best capabilities.

Find us on Facebook

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General Advertising

at AAFCANS

FREE Wi-Fi access is available at the Commercial Complex, courtesy of AAFCANS.

Puckapunyal users are urged to take advantage of this internet connection. If you experience any difficulties with access, refer to the friendly AAFCANS

staff. The point of contact for further information is Mr Steven Joseph, steven.

joseph@aafcans.gov.au

We learn something through everyone that passes through our lives.

Some lessons are painful, some lessons are painless

and some lessons are priceless.

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General AdvertisingGeneral Advertising

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Our Purpose‘...to foster the best interests and welfare of all members of the Australian

Defence Force and their families in any matter likely to affect themduring or after their period of service…’

Principal Roles Advocating improved ‘pay and conditions of service‘ for serving

ADF members and their families; Campaigning for fair and equitable treatment, and for fair retirement

benefits for all former ADF members; Providing Advocacy Services for serving/retired members who

have a claim for superannuation, compensation and veterans’ entitlement matters.

Defence Force Welfare Association (VIC Branch) Inc Contact Details:Victoria Barracks Melbourne (H Block)

256-310 St Kilda Road, Southbank VIC 3006TUE & THU 0900 to 1500 - 03 9282 4959 - vicbranch@dfwa.org.au

The Defence Force Welfare Association

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PuckapunyalJuly 2017

Area Theatre

Puckapunyal Area Theatre Movie Guide

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Conditions of Entry to the Area Theatre Puckapunyal

No Smoking Inside the Theatre No Alcohol To be Consumed Inside the Theatre No Feet To be Placed on Seats No Loitering Outside the Theatre Children Under 7 Years Must be Accompanied and Seated with an Adult All Rubbish To be Placed in Bins Provided Any Unacceptable Behaviour Will NOT be Tolerated and the Theatre Manager

Reserves the Right to Have These Persons Removed

Patronage This theatre is not open to the general public; however, civilians may attend if:1. They work for the Department of Defence Puckapunyal2. They are dependents of a military member OR Department of Defence personnel3. They are guests of military members OR Department of Defence personnel

Censorship RatingsG For General Exhibition

PG Parental Guidance Recommended For Audience Under 15 Years

M 15+ Recommended for Mature Audience 15 Years and Over

MA 15+ Restrictions Apply, Persons Under 15 Years are NOT Permitted to View MA Films Unless Accompanied by an Adult or Guardian

R 18+ Restrictions Apply, Persons MUST be 18 Years and Over and MUST Show ID if Required

Phone Domestic Services on 5735 7512

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Puckapunyal Area TheatreJuly 2017

Opening Hours:Wednesday evening - 7:00 pm

Friday evening - 7:00 pm

Saturday Matinee 10:00 am, 1:30 pm

Saturday evening 7:00 pm

Entry PricesEvening Sessions: Adult $8, Child $4Matinee Sessions: Adult $5, Child $3

3-15 Child, 16 and Over AdultChildren Under 3 are FREE

Please have IDs ready when purchasing tickets

Doors open 30 minutes prior to film commencing.

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Date Time Movie and classificationSat 1st: 10:00 am

1:30 pm7:00 pm

A Dog's Purpose (PG)A Dog's Purpose (PG)John Wick Chapter 2 (R)

Wed 5th: 1:30pm

7:00 pm

Beauty and the Beast (PG)

The Zookeepers Wife (M)Fri 7th: 7:00pm Alien Covernant (MA15+)

Sat 8th: 10:00am

1:30pm

7:00pm

Peppa Pig’s Australian Holiday (PG)

Peppa Pig’s Australian Holiday (PG)

The Zookeepers Wife (M)Wed 12th: 1:30pm

7:00pm

A Dog's Purpose (PG)

The Shack (M)Fri 14th: 7:00pm King Arthur Legend of the Sword (M)Sat 15th: 10:00 am

1:30 pm

7:00 pm

Beauty and the Beast (PG)

Beauty and the Beast (PG)

The Shack (M)Wed 19th: 7:00pm Wonder Woman (M)Fri 21st: 7:00pm King Arthur Legend of the Sword (M)Sat 22nd: 10:00am

1:30pm

7:00pm

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)

Wonder Woman (M)Wed 26th 7:00pm The Mummy (M)Fri 28th: 7:00pm Alien Covernant (MA15+)Sat 29th 10:00am

1:30pm

7:00pm

Despicable Me 3 (PG)

Despicable Me 3 (PG)

The Mummy (M)

These movies are also listed on the centre-fold, pull-out calendar

Movie Program - July 2017

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Beauty & The BeastAn adaptation of the fairy tale about a monstrous-looking prince and a young woman who fall in love.Rating: PG Running time: 129 mins.Stars: Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans.

A Dog’s PurposeA dog looks to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes and owners.Rating: PG Running time: 100 mins.Stars: Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid, Peggy Lipton.

John Wick: Chapter 2After returning to the criminal underworld to repay a debt, John Wick discovers that a large bounty has been put on his life.Rating: MA15+ Running time: 122 mins.Stars: Keanu Reeves, Riccardo Scamarcio, Ian McShane.

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The Zookeepers WifeThe Zookeeper's Wife tells the account of keepers of the Warsaw Zoo, Antonina and Jan Zabinski, who helped save hundreds of people and animals during the German invasion. Rating: M Running Time: 127 mins.Stars: Jessica Chastain, Johan Heldenbergh, Daniel Brühl

Alien CovernantThe crew of a colony ship, bound for a remote planet, discover an uncharted paradise with a threat beyond their imagination, and must attempt a harrowing escape.Rating: MA15+ Running Time: 122 mins.Stars: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup.

Peppa Pig’s Australian HolidayA 72 minute theatrical release comprised of previously unreleased episodes and musical interludes of the animated television series featuring stage-show versions of Peppa Pig and her brother George.Rating: G Running Time: 73 mins.Stars: Emma Grace Arends, Morwenna Banks, Harley Bird.

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The ShackA grieving man receives a mysterious, personal invitation to meet with God at a place called "The Shack."Rating: M Running Time: 132 mins.Stars: Sam Worthington, Octavia Spencer, Tim McGraw.

Wonder WomanBefore she was Wonder Woman she was Diana, princess of the Amazons, trained warrior. When a pilot crashes and tells of conflict in the outside world, she leaves home to fight a war to end all wars, discovering her full powers and true destiny.Rating: M Running Time: 141 mins.Stars: Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Robin Wright.

King Arthur Legend of the SwordRobbed of his birthright, Arthur comes up the hard way in the back alleys of the city. But once he pulls the sword from the stone, he is forced to acknowledge his true legacy - whether he likes it or not.Rating: M Running Time: 126 mins.Stars: Charlie Hunnam, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Jude Law.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

A Heffley family road trip to attend Meemaw's 90th birthday party goes hilariously off course thanks to Greg's newest scheme to get to a video gaming convention.Rating: PG Running Time: 91 mins.Stars: Jason Drucker, Alicia Silverstone, Tom Everett Scott.

Despicable Me 3Gru meets his long-lost charming, cheerful, and more successful twin brother Dru who wants to team up with him for one last criminal heist.Rating: PG Running Time: 96 mins.Stars: Jenny Slate, Kristen Wiig, Steve Carell.

The MummyAn ancient princess is awakened from her crypt beneath the desert, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension.Rating: M Running Time: 107 mins.Stars: Tom Cruise, Sofia Boutella, Annabelle Wallis.

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Canteen Price List!

Small: $3.00Medium: $4.50

Popcorn and Drink CombosSmall: $4.00

Medium: $5.50

Cornetto's $4.20Magnum's $4.70

Paddle Pops: $1.70Zooper Doopers: $0.40c

Choc Tops: $3.00

Chips: $1.70Choc Bars: $2.10

Snakes: $3.50Pods: $5.50

M & M's: $5.50Maltesers: $4.30

Juice: $3.00Powerade: $3.00

Water: $1.30Soft Drinks: $1.30

Popcorn

Ice Creams Snacks

Drinks

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DFA and Education Assistance Scheme

Families of Australia (DFA) is aministerially-appointed group of

volunteers that represents the viewsof Defence families. Its aim is to

inform Government and Defence onthe needs of the family.

Our goal is to ensure quality oflife for all Defence families by

providing a recognised forum fortheir views and by reporting, makingrecommendations and influencing

policy that directly affects families. Inturn, this enhances the capability of

the Australian Defence Force.

Defence families can contact theirlocal DFA delegate to represent

them regarding an issue concerningfamily matters.

Gabrielle sassevic.tas@dfa.org.au

Education Assistance Scheme (EAS)(Tutoring Support)

Due to the posting cycle many children from Defence families face changes of schools and/or school systems. Education assistance is available to assist families to deal with educational problems that may arise in the 18 months following the move.

In your new locality, assistance with extra tuition costs can be made available to primary and secondary school students.

The extra tuition has to be provided by a properly licensed or recognised education service provider/tutor.

The school principal must certify on the application form that the tutoring is required. It is suggested that you allow the children to settle into their new school and wait for teachers to make assessments before applying for EAS.

For information please ring the Defence family Helpline 1800 624 608.

Other forms of Education Assistance are available for year 9-12 students and tertiary students who need to remain in the old locality for educational continuity.

This information is also available on the DCO web site at www.defence.gov.au/dco.

If you have any queries or need advice on other educational matters please contact the Regional Education Liaison Officer (REDLO), through the Defence Family Helpline.

Aileen KrisRegional Education Liaison OfficerE mail: aileen.kris@defence.gov.au.

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Quick and Easy Dinner

Ingredients2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, diced500g minced beef4 cloves garlic, crushed1 tbsp Italian herbs1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper, freshly ground1 tin (410g) crushed tomatoes1 bottle (690g) passata (Italian cooking sauce)3 cups (750ml) water8 dried lasagne sheets, broken into pieces250g cottage cheese250g shredded mozarellabasil leaves (to garnish)parmesan cheese, grated (to serve)

MethodIn a large frying pan, heat olive oil

over a medium heat and fry onions until translucent.

Add minced beef to the pan and break up well with a wooden spoon until browned.

Add garlic, herbs, salt and pepper, crushed tomatoes, passata and water. Stir well and bring to the boil. Add lasagne and stir well, cover and cook over a medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring every few minutes to ensure that the lasagne does not stick together.

Spoon cottage cheese into the pan and gently stir. Heap piles of mozarella on top of the mixture, cover and remove from heat. Leave to sit for 5 minutes or until melted. Top with fresh basil leaves and serve with grated parmesan cheese.

NOTES:You can use pork and veal

mince instead of beef mince for authentic Italian flavours.

The lasagne sheets really want to stick together in this recipe. Make sure that you keep an eye on them while they are cooking and seperate them with a spoon.This recipe was created by Jennifer Cheung for Kidspot

One-pan lasagneIf you really love lasagne but don't want to wait hours and have a sink full of dishes then

this recipe is for you. It has all the delicious flavours of lasagne but this recipe is quick and easy! Just the thing for the school holidays when the kids are hungry and you don't want to spend all day in the kintchen.

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