Issue No.

70—February 2011 PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658

It’s one of our favourite annual events, a brilliant celebration of summertime

relaxation and fun – and no, it’s not Billy Price’s birthday – it’s Australia Day in
Flowerdale.

Oz Day 2011 at the Flowerdale Recreation Reserve showed our community at

it’s very best with something for everyone….

There was something for those exceptional people who are true aussies in
spirit, in attitude and in action with the awarding of the Flowerdale Citizen of
the Year to Jeanette Kamar and Henry Kielbaska and the Flowerdale Junior
Citizen of the Year to 10 year old Skyler Hunter. And you could tell by the huge
response from the clapping, cheering, wolf-whistling audience that the Aussie
Day Committee had given credit to three of our best.

There was something for the sports lovers - no shortage of racket-wielding

tennis gurus bashing it out in the blazing sunshine in this valley.
Congratulations to the 2011 Flowerdale Australia Day Round Robin
winners……………..

There was something for the hungry ones with celebrity chefs Wally Moore, Jaime Helmot, Mick Dunn and Marco Noble
cooking lashings of onions to give the snags and hamburgers that real aussie bbq
flavour. With yummy salads to crunch on and bread rolls soft enough for even the most
delicate of dentures, Australia Day lunch was shared by all.

There was something for Australia with our flag being raised at midday by our much Inside this issue:
loved Leanne Pleash, the singing of our
National Anthem, and our community having
Inside Story 2
the opportunity to meet Stephan Ronamiw
OAM who spoke warmth and encouragement to
us all. Inside Story 2

It was arguably the smallest ute muster in

Inside Story 2
history, but our four flag-flying utes added a lot
of colour and masses of patriotism to the day.
Inside Story 3
There was something for the family with egg
and spoon races, sack races, gum-boot throws Inside Story 4
and activities for kids of all ages, shapes and
sizes. Surely a world record was broken when
three year old Emily Hunter beat the rest of the
Inside Story 5
field in the gum boot throw. (It has been
reported that the medal she received for this
monumental achievement is amongst the top Inside Story 6
ten, on her most treasured possessions list.)
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There was something for the fun loving (and those with a little competitive streak) in the Flowerdale Gift. Pitted
against an elite field of high performing athletic types like Gerri McGinness, Kim Wilson, Jamie Helmot, Anna Burgess,
Alan Schulz, Emma McGiveney and Trent & Vicky Paten, it was a day for the kids and we congratulate Kate Humphries
and cousin Lauren Hooper for their sensational win in a tightly fought race.

There was something to get us shaking with the lads from Afterglow playing all afternoon and keeping the dancing
population more than happy for hours.

There was something to help us maintain our cool, with the fantastic Flowerdale Sports Club serving iced refreshments
and keeping us smiling all afternoon.

And something for our old age….the memories of sunshine and laughter shared with our family and our friends in
Flowerdale on Australia Day 2011.

Thank you to the Australia Day Committee for a fabulous day.

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FLOWERDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Where Every Day Is Open Day

Updated information will be in March edition as children only start back at school on 4th
February.

Firstly, we would like to thank those who helped and community who supported our fundraising of
wrapping presents for the month of December. This will be also held again this year for before
santa arrives again.

Flowerdale Junior Youth Group has started of the new year with a sleep over at the Hall on 29th
January. Fun was had by the 23 children who attended watching DVD’s and playing games. A big
thankyou goes to all the volunteers who made this night possible for the children.

There has been placed at Hazeldene Store Youth activities scheduled until May 2011 and will be
distributed elsewhere over the next few weeks. Please be aware that some of the activities planned
are still subject to funding so possible changes may be made. I’m sure the children will have another
great year with excursions and activities.

If you would like further information on any activity or joining Youth Group please contact the leaders
Tanya and Rod Hallett 0408333953.

Flowerdale Youth Groups

Needs Volunteers with Working with Children’s Check

Have you got a spare few hours to come & help with Youth Groups.
We need as many parents as possible to assist, the more we have means you want have to attend every Friday night.

Contact Community House on 57802664

Flowerdale Community House INC

Forming Friendships ABN 30 127 305 127

Come & Support Flowerdale Junior & Senior Youth Group

 We are holding monthly Sausage Sizzles at the Flowerdale Market once a month as a fundraiser to
buy equipment, allow the youth to continue activities and go on excursions.

All Welcome

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Letters To the Editor
Congratulations to Michael & Carol Iezzi
On becoming grandparents to Jax Benjamin Riches
born at 1.30am Australia Day. Weighing 3.7kg (8lb 2oz).
Thankyou to all my Flowerdalian Friends (you know who
you are) for their love and support as we went through
another disaster, this time in Charlton with the floods.
I know there were alot of calls and texts whilst we were
evacuated to Donald of which many I couldn’t reply to, it
was very much appreciated the concern for our well
being.
Unfortunately we weren’t so lucky this time round we
had about a 1 metre of water through our home so lost
most of our furniture.
The town of Charlton is very similar to ours with approx.
the same population and the most thing which stands
out is the community spirit like ours, when something
happens in the town everyone supports one another.
Must be why I call Charlton my home also.
Thankyou once again, John, Julie and Emilee
THANKYOU
Thankyou to the person who kindly cleaned up the bus
stop on Whittlesea-Yea Road (opposite Silver Creek Rd)
before the children started back at school. Now the
children can safely wait until their bus arrives without
the worry of snakes with overgrown weeds etc.
Just another way our community gets things done
instead of relying on government departments to do
request.
The parents of the children at Bus Stop
RIP LES MCDONALD
Les lost his battle with emphysema in the dawning hours
of Monday 31st January 2011. A resident of Old Spring
Valley Road , his home and all his possessions were de-
stroyed on Monday February 9th 2009 as a result of the
fires.
Les lived with his dog, Little Joe. He was a quiet and
gentle man and he was fiercely independent. His techni-
cal knowledge of alternative energy and computer sys-
tems was a gift which he put into practice every day. He
had so many plans and projects in the pipeline, so many
dreams and aspirations. We have lost his knowledge,
but we will never lose our memory of him.
His friends in Flowerdale thank the beautiful ladies in the
Home Care Services of Council, and the people from
Meals On Wheels, who supported Les. Their kindness
and understanding allowed him to remain with us in
Flowerdale for much longer than would have otherwise
been possible.
Rest In Peace, Les. We will always remember you.
WANTED
Looking for a 3 bedroom house to rent in
Flowerdale/Strath Creek area.
Contact Connie, Mob 0410935094
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It is with much sadness that we say goodbye to our Hub
Captain, Leanne, who has absconded to Yea after being
with us since the fires in 2009.
She has done so much to help us. Her efficiency is
staggering. The confidentiality, thoughtfulness and
compassion she has shown to our community will not ever
be forgotten. She is truly a person who has walked beside
us in our journey – never making judgments, always
respecting confidentiality and happy to throw herself boots
‘n all into Flowerdale’s huge line-up of community meetings,
events and celebrations. We will miss her. Those of us
who know her, love her so much. This little poem is from
us at Flowerdale to our friend Leanne.
HUB CAPTAIN
When forms and mad bureaucracy are sending us beserk
When our feeble brains are scrambled with the strain of
paperwork
When every silly process drives us mad, we know we can
Just walk up to the oblong box and dump it on Leanne.
Leanne is our Hub Captain. She’s the best in all the nation.
She has our hub a-humming - a precision operation.
She doesn’t miss a trick. She gets things done. She doesn’t
judge us.
And sometimes, we admit, she is the only one who’ll budge
us.
She journeys right besides us, often takes us by the hand,
And when we’re tired or hit the wall, she’ll stop and help us
stand.
Her shoes, like ours, have seen some miles. The treads are
wearing down.
Yet somehow, she’ll find ways to turn black days to softer
brown.
We think its kinda cool, the way she wears her cloak to
snack
On juicy human blood, when she is hanging out with Drac.
We like the way she wears her vampire outfit through the
city –
And causes quite a stir. (We heard some scenes were not so
pretty.)
And our Leanne, she loved the stage – you bet your life she
did
Because at Circus Oz she was a human pyramid.!!
Which leads us to suspect - our Leanne wishes that she
was
A vampire acrobat - the newest star of Circus Oz.
While other folk may think we’re mad, and for the loony bin
Our Leanne has a laugh with us, She simply fits right in.
She may live up in Highlands , an outsider. She’s an alien.!!
But here in our green valley she’s a true blue Flowerdalian.
February 2011
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Rainfall

January 2011
(to 25th January) 151mm
Total for January 2010 73mm

Year to Date
To 25th January 2011 151mm
Wood Splitter available Full Time in To 31st January 2010 73mm
Flowerdale Total 2010 1204mm

As part of the Tool Library in Flowerdale we now Regards

have a permanent Wood Splitter available. Virginia

NEWS FROM THE FLOWERDALE

OP-SHOP

A Happy New Year to all our valued customers!

We are hoping that 2011 will be a great year for all.

As most people know the Op shop is run on behalf of the Flowerdale Community House by a very small group of
volunteers. All the money raised goes towards the financing of services and special interest groups auspiced by the
FCH. In order to make the Op shop a viable activity we need to be open for longer , and this requires more volunteers.

If anyone out there in the community can spare a few hours a week to help us please contact Joan on 57801232 or
enquire at the shop. Hours can be flexible and as few or as many as you choose to volunteer, you will have supervision
on your first shift, so don’t be nervous!

In February we will have a sale of linen and children’s clothing, all items will be 50cents.

We always need good quality donations, clothing, books, household items etc., we cannot accept toys, electrical items
or furniture. All items should be clean and in good condition, something that you yourself would buy.

We hope to welcome some new volunteers soon.

Flowerdale Community House INC

Forming Friendships ABN 30 127 305 127

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1st Kinglake Scout Group

Scout News
Our Scout Group has an exciting year ahead for 2010. Our Cub Leaders are putting together a fun program,
Scouts have a raft race on the Yarra River and Survivor Scout camp coming up, and our Venturers are
looking forward to going surfing and paintballing.
Why do they join?
―A youngster joins us because he wants to sleep in a tent…
because that’s what Scouts do!‖ ―He doesn’t care how he puts it up
and, should it fall down in the night or he gets wet, he’ll find out why
and do it differently next time – that’s the education – a result of the
fun! That’s the magic of Scouting!‖
―Scouting is not part of the formal education system and never
should be. It is part of the non-formal educational process. In effect,
it’s a learning from life, from new experiences, from challenges,
from adventures, from friendships, from disappointments, from
triumphs, and above all, from that all important desire to learn for
oneself… because we WANT to…not because we have to!‖
―That’s the fun which is, I believe, the essence of Scouting!‖
(David Easton 1995)

Group News
Scouts starts back at 7pm Tuesday 8 th February, Cubs Wednesday 9th February and Venturers Friday 11th
February.

Thinking of Joining?
If you are interested in joining as a Cub, Scout or Venturer, or you are an adult looking for a rewarding outlet
as a leader or an assistant please contact: Group Leader Ray Bartlam Phone: 5786 1529 or by e-mail
chriscobern68@hotmail.com
If would like to find out more about Scouting visit www.vicscouts.asn.au

FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY TRUST FUND

A meeting of the Flowerdale Trust Committee was held on the 27 th January 2011.
As the fund is nearing its 2nd anniversary it is timely that the trust be wound up and all funds be distributed
to community groups.
We have received several letters requesting that the Flowerdale Community House Inc. be given a greater
share of the fund as they are an umbrella organiSation supporting many community groups including youth
groups, seniors, arts, lifestyle, health etc.
The trust committee have taken this into account unanimously agreed to the following distribution of the
remaining funds:
The balance of the Flowerdale Trust Account as of 30/12/10 is $46,316.20

Flowerdale Sports Club inc. for development of all sports current and future $10,000
Flowerdale Rural Fire Brigade $ 5,000
Flowerdale Kindergarten - for future needs $ 5,000
Flowerdale Primary School (PFA) for future projects $ 5,000
Community excursions - Bus Hire & Fuel for non-private use $ 5,000
Flowerdale Community House Inc Balance at closure approx $16,400

The Trust fund is to be wound up on before the 2nd anniversary of 19th March 2011

Flowerdale Trust Committee.

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR MORE

VOLUNTEERS TO DISTRIBUTE THE
FLOWERDALE FLYER.

If you can help once a month to

distribute please contact
0418 589 072

Discount Nails/
Screws/Bolts

Location: Flowerdale

57 802 702

Closed Tuesdays for

Deliveries
All Fire Suburbs Welcome

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Advertisement/Public Notice/Media
Releases
Councillor Comment – Cr John Walsh, Koriella Ward
31st January 2011

I’ve written before about the trauma and upset caused by road crashes in the Shire. I always hope we will
have no more but it seems that can never be. The fatal crash north of Yarck on Christmas Day was doubly
upsetting. My thanks to the Police, Ambulance, SES, CFA and passing nurses for handling the situation so
well. The crash also involved two dogs, one of whom survived. This brought out another normally unseen
Council service. An officer came and took the dog to Lilydale. Not only did the officer miss seeing his kids
open their presents but he subsequently had to deal with bereaving relatives about the dog. The efficient and
caring way of handling minor but important matters doesn’t normally get recognised so I’m happy to do so
now.

Other mundane but important matters are occupying Council. It is budget formulation time again. We are
trying to bring together a series of potentially conflicting demands. Complaints and a petition have expressed
feelings that rates are too high while at the same time we are hearing from communities that they want to en-
joy improved facilities with higher on-going costs.
The basis for rate calculations and contributions is inherently disconnected from the way the majority of funds
are expended. For example, the value of a property which is used to determine how much rates are paid has
no bearing on the operating cost or the individual use of a swimming pool for example. I believe it is a job of
Council to monitor rates determinations and allocations to ensure a level of underlying fairness is maintained.
In this regard there has been a growing level of unfairness that Council is looking at ways to redress. No one
should dispute that the current situation requires some adjustment when one group making up 2.5 per cent of
the number of ratepayers, pays 10.3 per cent of basic rate revenue while another group being 63 per cent of
ratepayers contributes only 44 per cent of basic rate revenue. When the municipal charge (applied equally to
ratepayers) is added to each assessment, the disproportion in revenue raising is only slightly leveled out.
The situation has built up over a long time and would take many years to even partially sort out. But at least
we should stop any further increase in the distortion and try to undertake steps to lessen it over the next few
years.

Similarly there are clear cases where projects are being undertaken that provide a limited group with an ad-
vantage but costs are contributed to by all. Where possible there needs to be an increase in charges allo-
cated to those receiving the benefit to help minimise the additional community contributions.

The preceding points address issues relating to apportioning shares of the Shires costs. Overall we need to
reduce our dependence on rates revenue. This is being pursued by the CEO through her efforts to increase
operating efficiencies and reduced staff costs. It can also be achieved by optimising our application for, and
use of, State and Federal grants funding. Our core business cannot be dependent on grants that are not
guaranteed to be provided each year. But we can ensure that we gain maximum external support for ―one-of‖
projects and look closely as to what is considered our ―core business‖.

As the draft budget papers are produced, I encourage everyone to review them and provide comments.

Volunteer Drivers Wanted

We are looking for people who have a manual driver’s licence

Some Spare time
A sense of humour
A sense of wanting to help others to drive the Community Bus.

If this sounds like you ring Judi Pay 5772 0714 (Tues & Wed) for more
information

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Releases

FEEDBACK WANTED ON FLOWERDALE

AND KINGLAKE WEST TRANSPORT CONNECTIONS

Public transport users in Flowerdale and Kinglake West who have been travelling on the Tuesday and
Wednesday connector service are being asked for their feedback.

Council’s Community and Customer Service portfolio spokesman Cr Cris Ruhr said the service connected
passengers with the Mansfield/Southern Cross Station V/Line and the Kinglake -Whittlesea shuttle services.

―The trial service is supported by the Murrindindi Shire Council -Transport Connections Program and was
started in August 2010 following community feedback that the service would be extremely beneficial to
residents in the Flowerdale and Kinglake West area,‖ Cr Ruhr said.

―Last year our survey indicated between 20-30 people a day wanted a bus to access social activities, medical
appointments and for shopping and they wanted access to such activities predominantly on Tuesdays and
Wednesdays.

―The service also allows transport options for people to attend activities held in the Flowerdale Hall. It also
provides options for people attending kindergarten, maternal and child health nurse and activities being held
at the school.‖

Cr Ruhr said bus timetables for both services had been delivered to all households in the region and it was
important people flag down the driver while waiting at a bus stop.

―With any trial, community feedback is essential, so we are asking users to provide their comments and
feedback on this service,‖ Cr Ruhr said.

Comments will be taken up to 16 February and can be directed to Clive Clayton at

cclayton@murrindindi.vic.gov.au. Alternatively people can send comments to ―Transport Connections‖ PO
Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

Council endorses environment strategy

Enhancing Murrindindi’s natural environment while implementing programs to reduce the human impact on
the region are key features of Murrindindi Shire Council’s adopted Environment Strategy 2011- 2015.

Council has formally endorsed the strategy that offers a coordinated action plan including time frame,
priorities and financial estimates, which will achieve the key directions and objectives of the Council’s
Environment Policy 2008 and its municipal responsibilities under Victorian Law.

Mayor Peter Beales said the important document sets clear guidelines for supporting and enhancing the
shire’s natural environment.

―What has been pleasing has been the community input into creating this strategy,‖ Cr Beales said.

―One of the suggestions from the community has been the continued need to keep people informed,
particularly landholders, of our programs and objectives and that has now been included in the strategy.‖

Cr Beales said the strategy covered six themes. They are natural environment, waterway and catchment
protection, land management, resource use, waste management and a sustainable built environment.

―Each theme has an implementation plan that will assist Council achieve environmentally responsible and
sustainable outcomes for the shire,‖ Cr Beales said.

―Council has a budget allocation of $30,000 in the 2010/2011 budget to address the high priority actions of
the first year of the strategy and we look forward to seeing the impacts now and into the future.‖

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Releases
Council commits $10,000 to aid flood recovery
Murrindindi Shire Council has committed $10,000 to aid natural disaster recovery across Victoria, Queensland and New
South Wales.

The funds will be administered by a special Council committee comprising Mayor Peter Beales, CEO Margaret Abbey,
Cr Bob Flowers and Cr Cris Ruhr.

Mayor Beales said the money would target projects both in the shire and in disaster affected areas.

―We have had a number of requests from community groups across the shire seeking support in getting goods and
equipment to Queensland and north west Victoria. This fund will allow Council to consider such requests and where
possible assist those groups,‖ Mayor Beales said.

―Council has also requested that an audit take place of any surplus Council infrastructure with a view of offering such
items to disaster areas if they are not required for further operations within the shire.‖

Cr Beales praised the commitment of residents and businesses who continue to dig so deep for those affected by the
country’s flood crisis.

―We would encourage people to list events on our online Calendar of Events that are supporting the flood appeals.

―Our website also recognises those businesses that have special offers or promotions that will contribute to the appeal.‖

People are encouraged to go to the Murrindindi Shire Council website at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au and click on the
flood appeal logo.

―We would also encourage residents who want to donate directly to the Queensland Flood Appeal to do so at: http://
www.qld.gov.au/floods,‖ Cr Beales said.

Community organisations who require assistance in getting bulk goods to disaster areas are asked to contact Council at
msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au.

―While we expect a number of community inquiries we only have limited funds so there will be a selection process via
the committee,‖ Cr Beales said.

―We have already given support to transferring fodder from Alexandra to flood affected farming communities and
providing fuel funding to have a semi-trailer load of equipment sent from Kinglake to Grantham, Queensland.‖

Pet owners encouraged to attend Kinglake microchipping day

Pet owners who have yet to have their animals microchipped can do so at a special day at the Kinglake Service Centre
on Saturday 19 March.

Murrindindi Shire Council in conjunction with Microchips Australia will provide a microchipping service at a discounted
cost of $25 per animal and if required, council officers will also be on hand to assist with council registration.

Council’s Planning and Environment spokesman Cr Bob Flowers encouraged pet owners to attend the session which is
set down from 10am through to 2pm.

―Microchipping is the most effective way to permanently identify your pets and this service is being offered at a signifi-
cantly reduced price,‖ Cr Flowers said.

―I encourage pet owners to take advantage of this offer. Once your pet is microchipped, you have a much better chance
of having it returned if it goes missing.‖

As of 1 May 2007, the state government requires all newly registered animals to be microchipped. Failing to register ani-
mals may result in fines exceeding $500.

Council is encouraging pet owners to register their interest. People can contact the Kinglake District Service Centre on
(03) 5786 1522 to let staff know they will attend. A free sausage sizzle will be held on the day.

Further inquiries can be directed to Council’s local laws department on 5772 0333.
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Releases
Bushfire Memorial Survey

As part of a bushfire memorial consultation program Council is asking people to put forward their opinions in relation to
an appropriate memorial/s for the Murrindindi Shire.

Before the consultation commences it is important that we capture community opinion about whether memorials are
necessary, or whether it is felt that there is a better way to remember the February 2009 bushfires.

The survey is online at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au and hard copies are available at Council offices, Marysville Rebuild-
ing Advisory Centre (RAC) and Flowerdale Hub.

We welcome any questions or more detailed discussion you might like to have by calling 1800 637 876 (free-call) or
emailing communityfeedback@bigpond.com.

This survey has been extended and will now be available to complete until 18 February 2011.

Please note: No identifying information is required to complete this questionnaire. All reporting of results will be in terms
of total response numbers and will not be attributed to the individuals who participate.

Murrindindi Bushfire Reconstruction

and Recovery Committee (MBRRC) – Section 86.

2011 Meeting Cycle

Please be advised that meeting schedule of the MBRRC Section 86 committee from January to March 2011
is as follows:

Meeting Date Venue Time

Thursday 20 January 2011 C J Dennis Hall, Toolangi 10.30am
Thursday 17 February 2011 Limestone CFA 10.30am
Thursday 17 March 2011 Narbethong Black Spur Inn 10.30am

Council Meeting Cycle 2011

Please be advised that the Council meeting schedule for February to April 2011 is as follows:

Meeting Date Venue Time

Wednesday 23 February 2011 Alexandra Council Chambers 11.00 am

Wednesday 23 March 2011 Yea Council Chambers 11.00 am

Wednesday 27 April 2011 Alexandra Council Chambers 11.00 am

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If you would like to

contribute articles, stories
and advertising of
businesses in the
Flowerdale Flyer, contact
Julie Bateman
jbateman@y7mail.com or phone
0418589072 or contact the
Flowerdale Community House,
fch@internode.on.net or 5780
2664

The Flowerdale Flyer is now

available online thanks Julie &
Pete.
Go to

www.helpflowerdalenow.blogspot.com to
view back issues from July 2009

If you would to be notified of when its

updated on the website please contact
jbateman@y7mail.com to be added to
database.

You will also be notified during the month to

keep up to date with the latest information in
our area and surrounds. An email will be
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community events, articles, general
information in regards to Bushfire Recovery.

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PO Box 2008, Hazeldene LOCAL TRADIES LIST
3658 Cabinet Maker
Renzo Ukosich—New kitchens & renovations5780
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Carpenter
Reece Warren 0418 341 507

Mobile Library Visits: Gardening

Hazeldene Bus Stop—1.30 to 4.30pm 1st & 3rd
Thursday of month.
If you have internet access at home you can
reserve books at the Yarra Plenty Regional
Library website (www.yprl.vic.gov.au) and collect
them from the Mobile Library.
Josh Sommers—all round gardener 0438 306 616
Landscaping
Alex Jones-Pavescape—Paving, Concreting, Bob-
cat Hire, Excavator, Post Holes 0409 338 130
Painting & Decorating
Adam Thomas—Painter/Decorator, Roof Painting &
Pressure Cleaning 0420 991 834
John Kyme—Painter & Decorator 0418 564 851
Home: 5780 2569

Roofing Plumber
Tony Nagel—Repairs & Restoration 0439 182 677
DEADLINE FOR Plasterer
FLOWERDALE FLYER Peter Kiss—New Buildings, Renovations, Repairs–
No Job Too Big or Too Small 0413 741 396
EDITION MARCH 2011 IS
TUESDAY 22ND FEBRUARY Plumber
Tom Simpson—TLS Plumbing—Septics, Water
2011 Tanks etc 0433 309 559

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Flowerdale Community
Flowerdale House
Community INC INC
House
Open Open
Tuesday & Wednesday
Tuesday 10am—3pm
& Wednesday 10am—3pm
Phone: 5780 2664
Phone: 5780 2664

What’s on at your Community House?

MONDAY
Yoga –Every Monday, Tutor: Libby Mitchell $10 (discounts apply, please ask at time of enrolment)
9.30-11.30am. Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your interest
by phoning Community House.

Lighten Up—Weight Loss Group designed with you in mind all welcome. Incentives, menu ideas,
weigh in from 6pm. Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your
interest by phoning Community House.

Kim’s Fitness and Fun—Stay on for Fitness and Fun with Tutor: Kim from 7pm $5.

TUESDAY
All Day Morning Tea—Every Tuesday from 10-2.30pm. Come and connect with your community
enjoy a cuppa, cake and a chat, casual and relaxed atmosphere and everybody is welcome.

Chi Ball—Tutor: Gemma Wakefiled, $10 (discounts apply, please ask at time of enrolment) 10-
11.30am. Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please register your interest by
phoning Community House.

Massage/Chiropractic/Osteopathy/Acupunture—Each Tuesday, 1-4pm. Thanks to Hands on

Health Australia professionals, RMIT students and clinician Helen. Acupuncture on first Tuesday of
the month with Marta. Bookings must be made with Chris, Community House.

Patchwork—Tuesday Evenings, Cost $4 7-9pm and the first Saturday of each month from 9.30am
-3.30pm Cost $5.

WEDNESDAY
Playgroup—Wednesdays from 10-12.30, $2 per family. From newborn to preschool. Please bring
a piece of fruit to share.

Art Group—A self led group from 1-3pm, bring your supplies and project to this social group.

THURSDAY
Belly Dancing—Each fortnight, Tutor: Kristen, Cost $10. Come and have a good laugh with us and
NO you don’t need to show your belly! Classes will recommence in February 2011 Please
register your interest by phoning Community House.

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Flowerdale Community House INC

Open Tuesday & Wednesday 10am—3pm
Phone: 5780 2664

What’s on at your Community House?

FRIDAY
Hairdressing—Fridays , 1-5pm, with Lisa McKinna. For appointments please book through Community
House (see separate flyer for price list).

Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/Naturopathy—Alan, Senior Practitioner provides a truly

holistic and caring approach to personal issues and health. Appointments can be made through
Community House.

Kids Music Group—Fridays, 4pm. With enormous thanks to Sony Music and The Salvation Army.

Community Dinners—Next dinner will be Friday 4th March, Theme: Formal Night. Adults $5,
Children $3 and under 5 are free. Club bar opens at 5.45pm. Meals are from 6-8pm. We meet at the
Recreation Reserve to enjoy a meal together, all welcome. Thankyou to the ongoing support from Julie
Whittaker Smith, our amazing volunteer who travels from Chadstone for each dinner. Please Note:
Community Dinners will be once a month, first Friday of the Month.
SATURDAY
Japanese Cookery—Will resume again next year, we wish Hiroko all the best with her recovery.

SUNDAY
Church—Want some peace in your life? Come to
a Church service with a difference..... Each
fortnight (see flyer for details)
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?
Life Drawing—If you would be interested in joining this
class, please call the Community House to register your
interest. Classes will be at 7pm in the evening (our tutor
Lou will advise of date shortly). Cost $10.

Flowerdale Seniors Group—Come in and help develop

SERVICES the exciting Calendar of events for the year of activities
(anyone over 55 welcome to join). Come in on Tuesday
Community Bus—To hire the community bus mornings to help with planning with Trish, Max, Judy and
contact 0418589072 for prices & details. Jan.

Physical Activity Group—For over 55’s an exciting

Op Shop—Call in and have a browse you may
pick up a bargain. Volunteers are always
needed so if you have a spare few hours please
call the Community House.
range of classes are planned with Rickie Nuske including
Thi Chi, Yoga, Pilates, walking strength training, aerobics
etc... Please come and get involved, begins shortly and
all sessions free of charge.

Flowerdale Food Share—Thanks to the Ladies Chainsaw Classes—Due to popular demand

ongoing partnership with Berry Street and the another series of workshops will commence next year.
Victorian Food Bank. Phone Alison Dyson or Enormous thanks to Peter Auty. Please call Community
come and speak with Odette. to register your interest.

Mens Cooking Classes—All Ages. Please call

Firewood—If you are in desperate need of
firewood, please call the Community House.
Annie on UGFM—Each Saturday Morning at
Community House to register your interest.
Hip Hop Dancing—Tutor Chevy. Please call Community
House to register your interest.

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COMMUNITY, AGENCY & EMERGENCY CONTACT FLOWERDALE COUNTRY FIRE AUTHORITY

NUMBERS
Ambulance 000 Captain: Glenn Woods
Bee Swarm Removal 0400 337 556 Station: 5780 2179
Berry Street 5772 3383
Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
Meets: 7.30pm 1st Tuesday of Month
Bushfire Building Advice Line 1300 360 320
Bushfire Case Management Service 1800 050 400 Emergency: 000
CFA Emergency 000
Consumer Affairs Victoira 1300 558 181
DHS Child Protection 1800 650 227 Training: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month
(After Hours) 13 12 78 at 9am
DHS Hub (Leanne Pleash) 5780 2704
Dial Before you Dig 1100
Doctor—Yea 5736 0444
Direct Line—Drug & Alcohol Counselling 1800 888 236
Flowerdale Community House (Hall) 5780 2664
Flowerdale Hotel 5780 1230
Flowerdale Kindergarten 5780 2020 WOULD YOU LIKE TO HIRE THE
Flowerdale Primary School 5780 1264
Hazeldene Store 5780 1202 FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY
Grace Church—Flowerdale 0434357730 BUS??????
Griefline (12noon-Midnight) 9596 7799
Help for Wildlife 0417 380 687
Hospital—Yea 5736 0400 For details & costs phone Annie
Housing for people with drug/alcohol issues 5784 5555
Insurance Ombudsman 1300 728 228 Roberston
Kids Help Line 1800 551 800
0429801312
Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House 5786 1301
Lands Titles 8636 2026
Lifeline 13 11 14
JP (Lyn Gunter) 5780 2382
(G Atkins) 5786 2038
(K Stewart) 5786 1557
Maternal & Child Health Emergency (AH) 1800 134 883
Mensline 1300 789 978
Mental Health Advice Line 1300 280 737
Mitchell Community Health Services 1300 773 352
Murrindindi Shire Council—
Alexandra 5772 0333
Yea 5797 2209
Kinglake 5786 1522
Home Based Child Care 5772 0362
Aged Care Services 5772 0360 Flowerdale
Local Law Emergencies * 0419 572 425 Community Service Hub
Engineering Emergencies * 0407 509 413
Local Law Enforcement 5772 0333 Opening Hours
*These numbers must only be used in the case of an
emergency. If matter is not urgent please contact MSC during
office hours. The Flowerdale Community Service Hub is
Nurse-On-Call 1300 606 024 now open on the following days:
Office of Housing (Seymour DHS) 1800 680 694
Open Family Youth Outreach Worker 0417 160 598
Police—Kinglake 5786 1333
Monday: 10am—4pm
—Yea 5797 2630 Tuesday: 10am—4pm
—Emergency 000 Wednesday 10am—4pm
Poisons Information 13 11 26
Thursday: CLOSED
Red Cross REDiPlan 8327 7700
Regional Information & Advocacy Council 1800 221 944 Friday: 10am—4pm
Relationships Australia 1300 364 277 Saturday: CLOSED
Rural Financial Counselling Service 5735 4342 Sunday: CLOSED
Rural Housing Network 5735 2000
SES 13 25 00
TRU Energy Power Failure 13 17 99 Please Note: The Services Hub has now
Vet—Yea 5797 2333 moved from the portable building into their
—Whittlesea 9716 2495 new offices at the Flowerdale Community
Victorian Aids & Equipment Program 5832 2200
Vision Australia 5831 3555 Hall
Yea Community House 5797 3070
Wildlife Victoria 1300 094 535

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