OMEO REGION
NEWS SHEET
Omeoshire Lions Club News Sheet Page 1
AN OMEOSHIRE LIONS CLUB PROJECT
15th October 2014
400 printed
SERVING ENSAY, SWIFTS CREEK, OMEO. BENAMBRA, DINNER PLAIN.
NEWSHEET ENQUIRIES:
Email: [email protected]
Phone : 5159 1515 ….. www.omeo.org.au
Post: P.O. Box 182 Omeo 3898
Medical Services for Omeo Region
Please note if you need an ambulance ring 000
Doctor Liz Wearne will be at the Medical Centre
until Friday the 17th of October 2014
Omeo Medical Centre session times :
Monday
9.00am – 12.00pm 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Wednesday 9.00am – 12.00pm 2.00pm – 5.30pm
Thursday
9.00am – 12.00pm
Friday
9.00am – 12.00pm
Appointments can be made through Omeo Medical Centre
on 5159 0140 for Omeo Clinic. There will be AFTER HOURS
CLINICS held regularly most weekends on Sunday afternoons/
evenings, entry is via ODH Outpatients. For appointments and
specific time of clinics please call the Omeo Medical Centre on
51590140 before 12 noon Friday, otherwise Omeo District Health
on 51590100. All outreach service appointments can continue to
be made through Swifts Creek Bush Nursing Centre on 5159 4210
and Ensay Community Health Centre on
5157 3215. Session times as follows:Ensay CHC
Tuesday
10.00am– 12.00pm
Swifts Creek
Tuesday
1.00pm – 4.30pm
Thursday
2.00pm – 4.00pm
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OMEO GOLF CLUB LUCKY NUMBER
26. Missy Morgan … Anthony McCormack
32. Lainie … Leanne McCormack
SNAPDRAGON’S JOKE
Muldoon lived alone in the Irish countryside with only a pet
dog for company. One day the dog died, and Muldoon went
to the parish priest and asked, 'Father, my dog is dead. Could
ya' be saying' a mass for the poor creature?'
Father Patrick replied, 'I'm afraid not; we cannot have
services for an animal in the church. But there are some
Baptists down the lane, and there's no tellin' what they
believe. Maybe they'll do something for the creature.'
Muldoon said, 'I'll go right away Father. Do ya' think $5,000
is enough to donate to them for the service?'
Father Patrick exclaimed, 'Sweet Mary, Mother of Jesus!
Why didn't ya tell me the dog was Catholic?
District Diary
Wednesday 15th
Omeo to Bright Bus Service depart ..8.30am ..arrive 11.00am
Bright to Omeo Bus Service depart..1.20pm . arrive 3.30pm
Gym Class Swifts Creek Hall ................... 5.00pm – 6.00pm
Omeo High Country Men’s Shed open ................... 10.00am
Omeo Golf Club ‘Twilight Golf’
start ......... 4.30pm
Thursday
16th
Swifts Creek & Ensay Playgroup .............. 10.30 to 12.00pm
Omeo Opportunity Shop .............................. 12.30 to 3.30pm
Karate Class Swifts Creek Hall ............................... 5.00pm
Omeo Action Group meeting CFA rooms ................ 6.00pm
17th
Friday
Omeo to Bright Bus Service depart ..8.30am ..arrive 11.00am
Bright to Omeo Bus Service depart..1.20pm . arrive 3.30pm
Joker Poker Benambra Hotel Jackpot ..................... $705.00
LifeBall Netball Courts Swifts Creek ..................... 11.00am
Rhyme Time at the Shire Offices ............. 10.30am-11.00am
Joker Poker Golden Age Jackpot ............................. $470.00
Saturday 18th
AA. meeting 1st Saturday of month, CFA rooms....... 2.00pm
Omeo Rec Reserve Official Opening ..................... 10.00am
Sunday
19th
Catholic Church Communion Swifts Creek ............ 9.00am
Catholic Church Communion Omeo ....................... 9.00am
Catholic Church Communion Benambra ............... .9.30am
Anglican Church No Service
Omeo Historical Society AGM
Monday 20th
Omeo to Bright Bus Service depart ..8.30am ..arrive 11.00am
Bright to Omeo Bus Service depart..1.20pm . arrive 3.30pm
Tuesday 21st
Gym Class Swifts Creek Hall ...................... 9.30-10.30am
Walking Trail Mapping Project Memorial Park ..... 11.30am
NB.
A computer once beat me at chess,
but it was no match for me at kickboxing.
Amicus.
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Packer’s
High Country Horse Riding
Len & Anne Bishoff
See some of Victoria’s remote high
country on horseback, from a few hours
to several days out on the High Plains.
Based at Anglers Rest, there are horses
and tracks to suit all standards of riders.
Bookings essential
www.horsetreks.com
[email protected]
Phone : 5159 7241
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Len’s Carpet Care
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Steam Cleaning
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Carpets, Upholstery etc.
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Free Quotes
Servicing the Omeo District and
Gippsland Area for over 22 years.
Phone : 51 472 657 M. 0418 591 684
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FoodWorks Omeo
Ph: 51591210
Fax: 51591448
Trading Hours
6.30am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday
6.30am to 6.00pm Saturday
8.00am to 6.00pm Sunday
* Extended Trading Hours During
Holiday Seasons.
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Cabinet Maker
Gluten Free products available
Special orders welcome
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HARGWIN WOODCRAFT
Hardy Saunus, Bindi Rd, Swifts Creek. Ph 51594405
mob 0418389637 email: [email protected]
Private & Architectural design cabinet making since 1969.
Very high standard work, Glass splashbacks,
Tiling, European made appliances from leading
Melbourne suppliers.
All types of cabinets made to order
Kitchen Specialist
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SWAN REACH LIME
Tim Lancaster
0427 046 956
AH/Fax 03 5157 1625
Email: [email protected]
BENAMBRA GENERAL STORE
and POST OFFICE
Family Owned and Operated Ph:51599209 Fax:51599261
Trading Hours
7:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday
8:00am to 4:00pm Saturday
9:00am to 4:00pm Sunday
Public Holidays as per Sunday hours
SELLING: Fuel (ULP/Diesel Winter Mix)– LPG –
Newspapers – Maps – Ice – Post Cards-Fishing Tackle –
Scrubbies – Slushies – Snacks/Drinks DVD Hire –
Machine Embroidery
Now agents for Elders Farm Supplies
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Trees,
LANCASTERS EARTH PTY LTD
Gardens & Firewood.
Posi -Track
TONY : 51 599 350.. . 0423 512 426
WORKS WERE OTHERS CAN’T
AGRICULTURE & EARTHMOVING
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Hay Baling
Power Harrowing
Tip Truck
Chain Trenching
Augers
Slasher / Brushcutter
6 in 1 Angle tilt blade
CONTACT Brett Lancaster
0427 571 572
M.J.S.
OMEO EARTHWORKS
PTY LTD.
We're happy to have
Rohan Smith back with us.
Give Marty, Neil or Rohan a call to
discuss your earthmoving needs.
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TRUCK & TRAILER
EXCAVATOR
BACKHOE
BULLDOZER
BOBCAT
WATER CART
FLOAT
Phone : 03 5159 1343
Mob : 0428 514 254
0427 593 898
[email protected]
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Insured, Licenced, ABN.
Qualified Reliable & Trustworthy
All Garden Maintenance :
From Trees to Weeds. Qualified
Tree Lopper / Climber.
Firewood. Cut to size & stacked
Yard Cleanups Rubbish Removal
Shed Cleanouts.
Gutter Cleaning
Holiday Garden & Pet Care
Xtra pair of hands
* If it isn’t written here *
just ask.
NO JOB TOO SMALL
Groups and Pension discounts.
Yes we will travel anywhere.
Quotes & Inquiries are Free.
Hairmoda
Located: Cuckoo Clock Shop,
Business Hours
Tuesday - Friday
9.00am - 5.00pm
Alternate Saturday
9.00am - 1.00pm
SPECIALS on hair care products.
Colour and cut with Dana
- 20% off full price
Gift Vouchers Available
For appointments
Phone Julie on
: 5159 1667
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THANKYOU
Sincere thanks to those who have
sent cards, flowers and given support
upon the passing of Dad,
Ron Manhire, on September 28th.
He will be much missed. Special
thanks to Omeo District Health staff for
their care and support.
Ronda Manhire & Graham Symons
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THE OMEOSHIRE
LIONS CLUB
Will hold our A.G.M.
On the 28th of October 2014
In the CFA meeting room
at 7.00pm .
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AIR CONDITIONING
AND REFRIGERATION SERVICES
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Residential - Commercial - Automotive
MARK BROCKER
Installation, maintenance and repairs on:
home and business refrigerators
home and business air conditioners
car/truck/tractor air conditioners.
Servicing The Great Alpine Road area 24/7.
Contact Mark for an obligation free quote.
Ph: 0428 295 062
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Contract Fencer
Omeo Region
Own design and self manufactured Gal
Steel Strainer and Stay Assemblies that Stay
two ways. No Dropping gates. Many fence
designs available to suit you needs using all
steel materials or a cheaper version with poly
droppers, all with or without electricity.
Contract prices available.
Contact Tim 5157 3355
THE OMEO
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Will be holding it’s A.G.M.
on the 19th of October 2014
In the Old Police Residence .
At 1.30pm.
Marg Henry Secretary.
Information .. 5159 1515
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FREE CONCERT
FOR CHARITY AT THE
OMEO CARAVAN PARK
TUESDAY OCTOBER 28th at 6pm.
BYO FOOD & DRINKS
Fundraising Sausage Sizzle on site
Free overnight accommodation for locals
who wish to stay.
Contact Sandi for more info : 5159 1351
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OMEO & DISTRICT
GARDEN CLUB
The next meeting will be on Wednesday the 22nd
of October at 11am at the home of Jenny
and Lindsay Eadie, Omeo Valley.
Take your lunch and if you can,
some garden produce for the swap table.
New members are most welcome.
For enquiries ph. 5159 1205 or 5159 1351.
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SnoGum Accounts & Books
555 High ForestRoad Omeo,
ph 0432 715 511
ARE YOU PAYING ACCOUNTANT’S RATES FOR
BOOKKEEPER’S SKILLS?
Get your Accounts ready for year end at an affordable rate.
Bookkeeping and accounts prepared at a reasonable rate.
Let SnoGum do your Accounts & Books At SnoGum,
I am familiar with bookkeeping and accounts programs
Quick Books, MYOB, Excel, and many others, or you may
want a system that is custom made for your business.
We can explore the options that would be right for you.
Call Beck today on 0432 715 511 and discuss how
SnoGum Accounts & Books can help you.
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GARAGE SALE
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OCT 18
8am-12 noon unless sold out
141 OMEO HWY OMEO (LIVINGSTONE UNITS)
in the house garage
Baby items- clothing, toys, furniture, cot & assoc goods,
shoes, swimming pool, sandpit, drawers, chairs,
odds & sods, Nobo heater, sleeping bags,
large TV cabinet, …, etc.
EVERYTHING MUST GO – MAKE A
REASONABLE OFFER & IT’S YOURS
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Community Centre
Swifts Creek
A.G.M.
Memorial Hall Omeo
Starting again Thursday October 23
7.30-9.00PM
Come and stretch your body after the winter
And remember your peaceful heart
Please bring a mat, a blanket,
and wear comfy clothes
Enquiries please call Saille on
0412885213
Gold coin donation will cover Hall costs
THE
PRESSING SHED
CAFÉ
OPEN FOR THE SEASON
Enjoy coffee and cake, or a delicious
lunch served on the deck overlooking the
olive groves and the beautiful
Tambo Valley at Tongio.
Open 10am – 4pm
Saturday and Sunday
October to Easter
Functions catered for all year
290 Bindi Road, Tongio
Just 3km off the Great Alpine Road
Between Swift’s Creek and Omeo
For bookings tel. 5159 4455
The Community Centre’s Annual
General Meeting will be held at the
Centre on
Tuesday the 11th of November
at 7.00 p.m
All positions will be declared open.
We welcome anyone who is
interested in becoming a member of
the Community Centre or in joining
the Committee of Management.
As food will be provided please contact
Murray Kibble at the Centre on
5159 4477 if you are likely to attend.
SIMON’S ELEVATION
& TIPPER HIRE
0431 115 774
Tow behind 12m reach cherry picker hire
5 tonne payload tipper truck hire
Tow behind mulching machine hire
Specialising in :
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Tree lopping & pruning
Mulching up to 5 inch branches
All elevation handy man work ie.
Painting
Gutter cleaning
Sign cleaning
Window cleaning … and also
Domestic & Rural Fencing
Tipper hire … Rubbish removal
All cartage work
All work insured
Call 0431 115 774
7.00am –7.00pm 7 Days.
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Alison McRae will be farewelled at a
community luncheon on Sunday 9th of
November at the Albion Hotel, Swifts Creek.
You are invited to attend the
luncheon from 12.30pm and/or Alison's
final church service at the Swifts Creek Uniting
Church prior to the luncheon at 11am. RSVP
Saturday 1st Nov.
OMEO
HIGH COUNTRY
MEATS
Marlis Glasl 51594365 or
Rosemary Fitzgerald 51591217
Will be closed from the 27th of October
to the 31st of October for major
renovations. Be sure to check out
the new look on Monday the 3rd
of November. We will be open
Melbourne Cup Day till 2.00pm
with some great Specials.
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OMEO ACTION GROUP
MEETING
THURSDAY 16th OF OCTOBER
AT 6.00PM AT C.F.A. SHEDS.
EVERYONE WELCOME
Come along and discuss any issues
regarding our Town.
BENAMBRA
NEIGHBOURHOOD
HOUSE
Save the date for the
Benambra Neighbourhood house and
Benambra Angling Club Community
Christmas party on Saturday the 6th of
December 2014
more info to come at later stage.
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Also the East Gippsland Shire Council
will visit on Tuesday the 21st of October
2014 3.00pm @ Benambra
Neighbourhood House - a chance to
discuss any issues with council afternoon tea provided –
please contact Kate on 51599208
for further information.
Thankyou to those who
supported our Ambulance Auxiliary’s
fund raising night last Friday.
A great night was had by all & the funds
raised will go toward the purchase of a
HEBL intravenous fluid warming unit.
Omeo Midgies Netball
Season 2014 has finished
BUT...........
Guess What????
We haven't had our break up it is on
Sunday 19th October
The break up will start at 10am on Sunday
morning and finish around 2pm, with
food and fun for all to come along and
have a great day.
We will have a sausage sizzle, salads
and sweet stuff to eat and enjoy!!
Please give me a call if you are or aren't
coming I need to know how many
sausages to cook!! and how many
lollies to buy!!!
Ring Sandi on 51591351…
Hope you can all come and bring your
shorts if it is hot....
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Omeo
Recreation Reserve
Mayor, Cr Mark Reeves and Councillors invite community members
to attend the official opening of the
Omeo Recreation Reserve Pavilion
Redevelopment project on Saturday 18 October 2014 at 10.00 am
There will be a free community
morning tea following the official
proceedings.
Further information: East Gippsland Shire
Council 1300 555 886 or 5153 9500
SWIFTS CREEK FOOTBALL
NETBALL CLUB INC
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Thursday 13th November 2014, 7.30pm
Swifts Creek FNC Club House
All Welcome
Vacancies requiring nominations
(All positions will be made vacant)
President...Vice President
Secretary….Treasurer
General Committee Members including 2 x
ODFNL Delegates
Nominations should be delivered to the Secretary
(Annie Richardson) no later than Thursday 6th November.
Executive positions will be elected at the AGM.
Committee Members Resigning/Retiring
Tony Prendergast- Vice President
Annie Richardson- Secretary Karin Harvey- Treasurer
The AGM will include the discussion of amending the
model rules to reflect changes to the alcohol licence and
visiting clubs.
A General Committee Meeting will follow the AGM.
CONTACT: Annie Richardson, Secretary
Phone: (03) 51594419, Mobile: 0408523498
Email: [email protected]
Pre-School Families
Come and join in with us..
’We’re going on a Bear Hunt’
around the playground. Stay on for the
Teddy Bears Picnic
Morning tea provided
Everyone most welcome
Swifts Creek School Library
Flagstaff Campus
10.00 to 11.00am.
When: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Featuring stories by
Lainie Mason
Our special reader
For Pre school families.
Morning Tea provided
Come along, enjoy the simple pleasure
& lifelong educational benefits of
reading aloud to our children.
Omeo Primary School Library
10.00 to 10.30am.
When: Tuesday 21st October 2014
contact person ..
contact person ..
Rowena Turner : 5159 4323
Rowena Turner : 5159 4323
Swifts Creek School - 5159 4267
Omeo Primary School : 5159 1313
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Omeo District Health and its partner members invite you
to come along and help celebrate the launch of the
Omeo Region Walking Trail Mapping Project
Tuesday 21st October, 11.30am-12.30pm
Omeo Memorial Park
Followed by a Light lunch
The launch will include the unveiling of the new Omeo Region
walking track maps, signage and track notes.
Omeo Show : November 15th 2014
Potential Trade stall holders and Food vendors :
To be compliant with East Gippsland Shire regulations and to comply with our Insurers, a Trade or
Food Vendor application is required to be submitted to the Committee prior to Nov 13th.
Trade Stalls :
Public Liability Insurance is compulsory & a copy of your current policy must accompany this form.
Should you not have Public Liability Insurance please contact Peter Whittington for further
information. Should a claim be made against the Omeo & District Agricultural & Pastoral Society
Inc. that relates to your site /stall /activity it will be agreed by the vendor to pay the $1500 excess
that is required by our Insurer.
Food Vendors :
A food handler’s certificate is required to be produced if the food vendor is undertaking sales for
private gain. As per EG Shire Health dept - local community groups raising funds for their clubs are
not required to hold a food handler’s certificate. Food vendors must prove they are registered with
their base Municipality & also show proof of registration for attendance at the Omeo Show in the
current year. The vendor must also provide to Omeo & District Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc a
copy of their food handling & safety plan.
We recognise the above requirements may preclude some groups /individuals from taking a site at the
Show but it is necessary for us to be compliant with our Insurer’s requirements.
If you are interested please contact the Show President, Peter Whittington, on 51591209 or
Show Secretary, Ronda Manhire on 0427191223 for an application or further information.
Ronda Manhire
Secretary, Omeo Show Committee
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Alpine Forest Walks, Dinner Plain
Montane Loop, Room with a View and Carmichael Falls
Friday 24th October 2014
Commencing 11am, from Dinner Plain Hut at Dinner Plain.
Concluding approx.3pm.
BBQ lunch provided.
Walks are formed tracks that include short steep sections some uneven terrain
and occasional steps. No wheelchair access available. The walks include
boardwalks and viewing platforms. There are many opportunities for photos,
so visitors are encouraged to bring a camera.
Basic level of fitness is required. Some bush walking experience recommended.
Public toilets located at Dinner Plain Village.
Wear: Sturdy footwear and suitable clothing for a changing Alpine
environment in Spring.
Bring: water and sun protection.
Transport available: car pooling and ODH community bus
For more information or to register your interest in attending
by please contacting:
Lou-anne Mooney at Omeo District Health
Phone: 51590100, Email: [email protected]
RSVP by Thursday 23rd October, 12noon
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Benambra & District Historic
Machinery Club 2014 Rally
Chapter of CHMC Inc Inc No. A0047952W
Proudly supported by REG FM Radio ~ East Gippsland 90.7 and 105.5 on your fm dial
Oscar Radio
2 Day Rally – Sat 25th and Sun 26th October
Gates open 8.00am Sat & Sun
Where?
The Hinnomunjie Recreation Reserve, Cnr Benambra Road & Racecourse Lane, Hinnomunjie
Static and working displays of:
Vintage Engines & Machinery, Tractors, Dozers, Classic & Vintage Cars,
Trucks,
Steam Engines, Motorcycles & Memorabilia
Gippsland Woodcraft Group, Mittagundi, Fergy Tractor
Club, Hay making and the
INAUGURAL HINNOMUNJIE TRACTOR PULL PULL
SWAP, SELL AND BUY STALLS
Canteen open all weekend
The Lions Club will be there with their famous Donuts
Scenic Helicopter flights of the beautiful high country at its best.
Gum Boot throwing, Sheaf throwing, Spark Plug Challenge, Coat
Hanger Challenge
+ much more for the whole family
Two course meal Saturday night ~ $20.00 per head
For the people arriving on the Friday night there will be a sausage sizzle
~ Gold coin donation
 Exhibitors & Stall Holders Entry is Free of Charge
Public Entry $8.00 per person ~ $15.00 family and children 12 and under are free
For further information & Entry Forms
Ph: Secretary: Sue Braggs 03 51 591 329
Accommodation:
On Site camping Friday and Saturday $10.00 Weekend
Sandi & Lou ~ Omeo Caravan Park (03) 51 591 351 [email protected]
Kings Flat Accommodation ~ Brett Lee (03) 51 599 333 [email protected]
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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN
FOR NORTH EAST INCENTIVES PROGRAM
North East CMA are currently offering financial incentives to landholders
and community groups for undertaking works to protect and enhance waterways,
woodlands and wetlands in the North East region of Victoria.
The incentive funding, provided by Australian and Victorian Government programs, is available
to help cover the cost of environmental project works including fencing, tree planting, weed
and pest control, off stream water supply and minor bank stabilisation.
Funding is available under three programs:
WOODLANDS AND WETLANDS
The project objective is to provide incentives to landholders to protect and enhance the ecological
communities of Box-Gum Grassy Woodlands, Grey Box Woodlands and Derived Native Grasslands;
and Seasonally Herbaceous Wetlands.
RESILIENT RIVERS PRIORITY WATERWAY -NARIEL/CORRYONG CREEK CATCHMENT
The project objective is to assist land managers to undertake on ground works for improving riparian
land, to work with clusters of landholders to promote riparian connectivity, and increase community
engagement and capacity in the Nariel Creek/Corryong Creek catchment.
REGIONAL RIPARIAN INCENTIVES
The project objective is to assist land managers to undertake on ground works and improve their
capacity to manage riparian areas across the North East Region. To participate in this program sites
must be located on riparian land (adjacent to a waterway or wetland) and any fencing must be offset at
least 10m from the high bank of the waterway.
HOW IT WORKS
Landholders or Community Groups need to complete and submit a simple Expression of Interest (EOI)
form which is available for download at www.necma.vic.gov.au or can be mailed to applicants
on request by contacting the North East CMA office on (02) 6043 7600.
Expressions of Interest close 30th October 2014!
For more information please contact NECMA via email [email protected]
or on the phone number provided above.
TAMBO VALLEY RACING CLUB
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Albion Hotel Swifts Creek
7.30pm Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Election of office bearers for2014/2015
All welcome - seeking people with new ideas on how we can improve the attractiveness
of this area to tourists - the annual Tambo Valley Picnic Races held on Easter Sunday is
the biggest single event of the year in the Swifts Creek/Ensay district
Stuart Stagg, President Ph: 0448517724
Kate Commins, Secretary Ph: 03 51594362
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