MORE than 100 past and present residents and friends of Limestone attended the unveiling of information boards setting out the history of the Limestone Community. Locals observed that this was the largest gathering in Limestone for many decades. The community event was held at the Limestone CFA Fire station on Sunday, March 24. Three information […]
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Good Friday Appeal raises much-needed funds
ORGANISER Lochie Lake has advised that the Alexandra-Eildon district raised a fantastic $19,557.60 for the Good Friday appeal. Well done to the collectors, organisers, and those who made a donation to this very worthy cause. The money will help the Royal Children’s Hospital to continue to provide fantastic care for sick and injured children. On […]
Packed end to month for Yea Golf Club
YEA Golf Club held its second Monthly Medal on Wednesday March 27, with 15 ladies playing. The captain decided to share the players around a little as many had played together on their golfing trip and were looking for a new face to play with. Those who had stayed at home also had a chance […]
Multiple rounds of golf for Alexandra
ALEXANDRA Golf Club had lovely autumn weather last week for its Tuesday stableford round. The winner was Greg Millard (19) with 36 points, followed by the runner up, Brad Newton (8), with 33 points. Third place went to John Greatorex (20), with 32 points. Nearest to the pin on the seventh was won by Greg […]
New CEO for Menzies Support Services
AFTER an extensive search, the Dame Pattie Menzies Centre Inc Committee of Management has announced that Karina Hogan has been appointed to the role of CEO of Menzies Support Services. Karina brings over 25 years of experience in the community service and disability sectors, with the last nine years in the role as general manager […]
Crime increases in the Murrindindi Shire
THE latest crime data from Crimes Statistics Agency has recently been released for the year ending December 2023. In Victoria a total of 523,523 criminal offences were recorded, representing an increase of 40,351 offences or 8.4 per cent from 2022. Murrindindi Shire hasn’t had great results when it comes to criminal incidents. There was a […]
What the flake is happening at Lake Mountain?
IN the last year, Murrindindi Shire has been economically impacted by the decision to end native timber harvesting and the upcoming closure of VicForests. A further challenge may soon impact the area, with changes coming to the operations of Lake Mountain. The changes, which were outlined in last week’s edition, include an additional fee of […]
Homewood CFA celebrates 113 years
Image: The three members who received their 60 plus awards. Barry Purvis, Geoffrey Oliver and Michael Coonan. THE Homewood community and friends celebrated a night of history, fellowship and celebration at their first Homewood Progressive Dinner since COVID-19. This main fundraiser for the Homewood CFA and hall commenced in 1970 as an annual event attracting […]
President comes up trumps
YEA Golf Club members competed for the March Monthly Medal on Saturday, March 23 with Club President Gary Pollard (14) eclipsing the field with an amazing 61 nett to take the honours. Neil Peterson (15) had a great round also, posting 68 nett but had to settle for second place. Martin Lowe (20) nett 69 […]
Memorable experience for rising Aquathlon star
Image: Swimming in the ocean was something Koa had to build herself up to do, but she overcame her worries after a few practice swims. THE St Mary’s community are so proud of the sporting achievements of their Year Six student, Koa. Koa has recently represented Victoria in the Aquathlon event, and the following written […]
