IN recent years, Lake Eildon has been impacted by blue green algae during the summer months, impacting activities conducted by both tourists and locals. The ABC has recently reported on Lake Nhill, where blue dye has been added to reduce blue green algae blooms. Lake Nhill has been closed many times in the past due […]
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Welcome to Sacred Heart’s new acting principal
THE school principal is a significant role in the running of an educational facility, and for Kathryn Stewart she has double the responsibility. She’s the principal of St Mary’s Primary School in Alexandra, and has now been appointed as acting principal at Sacred Heart Primary School in Yea. Kathyn said, “Being a principal in two […]
Joining generations through play
ALEXANDRA is set to be a part of a six week pilot program of intergenerational playgroup, run by Playgroup Victoria and local organiser, Jess Slapp. The idea behind intergenerational playgroup is to bring together multiple generations, supporting communities and nurturing relationships through play. In doing this, it fosters awareness, understanding and respect between generations and […]
Malicious damage to Queen Alexandra statue
ON the morning of Friday, February 9, damage to the Queen Alexandra statue, also known as the Princess Alexandra statue, in Jack Shiel Gardens was reported to the police. The statue’s head had been removed in a very terrible act of vandalism. The act was met by widespread disgust in the community. Some wondered whether […]
No luck for Merton against Beechworth
B grade Merton 6/162 defeated by Beechworth Wanderers 9/172. Merton cricketers hosted Beechworth Wanderers at the MCG at the weekend. Both sides have had similar seasons getting close to victory in a number of games this year, but just missing out. Saturdays game was no exception, with the Wanderers just taking the points eight wickets […]
Alexandra bowlers head to the finals
THE final four for division four is set. Alexandra will make the finals. Midweek division three played at home against Nagambie and had a good win. Saturday division six had a walkover from Shepparton Golf and division four lost to Dookie. With only one round to go, all divisions are looking for a last game […]
Bowls finals closing in for Alexandra
by Marie Evans WITH two rounds to go before the Pennant finals, Alexandra Bowls Club Saturday division four is looking to contest the knock out round. However, nothing is assured as third and fourth spot could change. Mid-week division three is out of contention as is Saturday division six. Saturday division four pennant played at […]
FoodWorks Murrindindi Masters round three
by Elizabeth Goss IT was a wonderful day on Saturday at Alexandra Golf Course, for the third round of the FoodWorks Murrindindi Masters. Perfect weather, the course in pristine condition, a sausage sizzle and a delicious salad roll. Congratulations to the winners of the Mini Masters trophies, Jared Sloane from Alexandra with (12) 42 points […]
Committee of management needed for Murrindindi Scenic Reserve
NEW volunteer committee members are being sought for the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve Committee of Management. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 13 at the Toolangi DEECA Office at 6pm to elect the new committee for a three-year term. The reserve was established in 1981, and is located at the northern end of […]
Ambulance response data shows improvements
RECENT data is showing Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are reaching patients nearly two minutes faster than a year ago despite another record breaking quarter for emergency ambulance demand. Executive Director Clinical Operations Anthony Carlyon said, “While there is more work ahead of us, it is encouraging our response to Code One emergencies improved a full […]
