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30th May 2019
Pyramid Hill Press
Produced by the community at Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House
Produced by Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House
Kelly Street (PO Box 86)
Pyramid Hill, 3575
Tel: 5455 7129
Email: [email protected]
Submissions due Monday evenings
Digital copies on our website:
www.pyramidhouse.com
Upcoming Dates
May 31 Seniors BBQ Lunch
June 1 The Suburban Footballer
1 Discovery Community Day
3 Pyramid Hill Garden Club Plant Sale
3 VFF Pyramid Hill Branch Meeting
11 Historical Society AGM
17 Pyramid Hill Fire Brigade AGM
21 Anglican Parish Dinner ** Change Of Date**
July 5 Voting Closes For Senior Of The Year
A Note From Joan.. A funny thing happened on the way to THE FORUM Today – WE ENDED UP AT
THE GREATEST MORNING TEA at Calivil. (I know that’s not the right name but it
was the Greatest morning tea I was at today!). The Chat Group CWA were on an outing,
but the mob they had there out chatted even us!
But that’s not what I wanted to say today. Cutting down the
amount of rubbish being dumped has been a subject matter
for young ones, and one young lass suggested using some
of the clothing for scarecrows.
How many of you remember the Swaggie at Mary Taylor’s
that could be seen from the train leaning on the fenced and
waving as we went by? He later retired to a boat on their
dam and spent his days fishing!! And who could forget the
Lady Scarecrow a few years ago at the Golf Course dressed
in style by Kate Bartels.
Having seen the pleasure people get from the Round Bale
productions by the Leed Ladies I am wondering whether
we could see an outbreak of Scarecrows in the gardens
around the town during the next school holidays? Not a
contest, just a happy bit of fun?
Pyramid Hill Warriors Ready For Bali
With only a couple of weeks until the Queens birthday long weekend that means the
largest football carnival to be held outside of Australia the Bali Nines will be played and
the Pyramid Hill Warriors will be aiming for a threepeat after winning the last two
championships.
The Bali Nines is a nine a side format consisting of two ten minute halves played on a
soccer ground in which teams from all over Australia and Asia compete, this year a
record 47 teams have entered and games will be played at two separate venues the
Changgu sports club and the Kuta university oval over three days. The Pyramid Hill
Warriors are a combination of players from the Darwin Waratah Warriors and the
Pyramid Hill Bulldogs football clubs and will be up against Asian teams such as the
Dubai Dingoes the Singapore Wombats and the Borneo Bears, Australian teams include
the Karratha Mudcrabs the Castlemaine Magpies and the Whitsunday Eagles.
Coach Anthony ‘Herbie’ Hoban is happy with the squad and has them training hard
under the watchful eye of team manager Graham Linklater in the Top End while Bruce
‘Jonesey’ McCahon is in charge of the Victorian contingent. Every year the best player
receives the Trout Harrison Mug award and the person who performs the best off the
field gets the Trout Harrison mugged award, rumour has it Nigel ‘Wham’ Forster is in
training to win both trophies.
We wish the team all the best in their efforts to bring the
silverware back to Australia.
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Plumber General plumbing
services, roof, gas & drainage
In Pyramid Hill 2
nd Wednesday
each month please call to book a job
Ring Rex 0419 553 025 Email: [email protected]
Licence No. 29427
R. A Gregory & Sons Funeral Directors
Incorp. with AG Adams & Sons
Kerang 03 5452 1111 www.adamsfunerals.com.au
Firewood
Pyramid Hill Football Club
$140 per ute load
Leigh Forster
0427 847 033
Van Eyk Swim School
SWIMMING
LESSONS
FOR ALL AGES!
Weekly Swimming Tip: Activities like playing in the baby pool, monkey hands around the
pool edge and climbing out of the pool all build independence and
respect for the water.
Ph. 0438 894 437 FB @Van Eyke Swim School
www.regionalswimclinics.com
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Of The Year 2019,
Vic/Tas Regional
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Hot & Cold Drinks
Extensive Breakfast Menu
Homemade Cakes & Slices
Hot & Cold Lunch
Large Range Of Giftware & Local
Produce
School Lunch Orders Every Friday
Board Room For Private Meetings
Catering Available
36 Kelly Street
Pyramid Hill
6:30am - 4:30pm
Mon - Fri
Ph. 5455 7006
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Coffee Bank Pyramid Hill
Happy Silver wedding anniversary James and Eden Camacho for this Thursday 30th May.
Wishing you both joy, happiness and
excellent health for the next 25 years
PYRAMID HILL FIRE
BRIGADE ANNUAL
MEETING
MONDAY JUNE 17
8.00PM
Someone threw my 70s records in to the fire. It was a disco inferno.
Searched online for something to light a fire. It said “no matches found”.
BENDIGO BANK & FILIPINO FOOD STORE
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
10am - 12pm & 1pm - 4pm
(Filipino Food Store also open Tues 4-6pm)
Bank Closed Tuesdays
- Large range of Filipino groceries
- LBC Boxes
- 45 kg household gas bottles
-Assorted LED light bars for cars, trucks & tractors
- Camping & trailer lights.
Phone: 5455 7305
Mobile: 0428 890 188
Fax: 5455 7276
Pyramid Hill Butchery
Phone: 5455 7115
Smallgoods Poultry Products
Deli Goods Cut up & pack private stock
Range of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Tax Returns
Michael Job & Associates To book your appointment for:
- Individual Tax Return
- Tax Planning Advisory
Contact: Maria Gillies
Mobile: 0430743344
Email: [email protected]
Bookings essential. Call us to reserve a time.
Volunteer Drivers
An essential service to the community,
transporting you where you need to be.
The driver volunteers their time so that you can attend appointments
All details of your appointments are kept private and confidential.
Call Trevor on 0402 377 966 for further information, or to book.
Towns we drive you to:
- Bendigo, Echuca, Swan Hill.
- Boort, Cohuna, Kerang.
Go to our website for more detailed info.
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Phone: 5455 7016
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Saturday
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Sunday
Newsagency 8am - 11am
Post Office Closed
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V/Line Tickets & much more
Phone: 5455 7036
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carpet and upholstery cleaning needs
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Victorian Senior Of The Year Award
Do you know an older Victorian who makes a difference in their community? This could be a leader who inspires others, a behind-the-scenes organiser, or a person who does the hands-on work to deliver services. Perhaps you know an
organisation that improves the lives of older people. You can nominate them for a Victorian Senior of the Year Award. More information and nomination forms can be found at www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au or by phoning 1300 135 090. Nominations Close 5th July
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Indoors Outdoors Home Improvements Page
Servicing Pyramid Hill & surrounding areas
Foundation Troubles
While a nice garden and décor can help give a house some charm the foundation is also a vital part of a home and if it’s not stable it could cause some serious issues down the line, there are however signs that can help you spot some of these problems.
Here are some warning signs of foundation trouble that might not be too late to fix.
Doors - Try out your doors to see if they get stuck, difficult doors can be a good indication of problems below your house, it could even mean the problem is close by.
To be sure you should measure the gap between the top corner of the door and the frame to figure out what kind of problem it is, like if the foundation is rising or sinking.
If there’s a horizontal drop across the doorway it could indicate that your homes foundation is sinking, it might be that the soil beneath your home is shrinking or maybe something more minor, either way it’s probably best to take action quickly.
The doorframe can be equally important as a frame that’s pulling away from the wall can be a serious sign of trouble.
Walls - walls can also show if the problem is serious, both on the interior and exterior, first look for any signs of cracks or torn wallpaper thanks to cracks in the paneling, now see if there are any gaps between the wall and the ceiling/floors.
If your walls are separating from your house then there’s a pretty good chance the foundation underneath your house is settled, also try checking the bricks on the outside of the house for any small cracks, it could be nothing to worry about however large cracks in a zig zag pattern can be a bad sign and should be checked.
Check for any nails popping out of drywall as well, they can be an easy fix however if it happens often it could be because of wall movement.
Floor and Tiles - Bulging sloping or uneven floors are a common sign that your foundation is settling.
However, if you have carpet you may need to expose the floor to know for sure or you can look around your baseboards for any gaps in the walls, if you don’t have carpet you can just drop a marble and follow it to figure out the direction and tilt of the slope.
Tiles can also be a good indication to a problem, check to see if there are cracks in the tiles, two or three cracks might not be an issue but if there are multiple cracks along the tiled area it’s not a good sign.
Windows - Try opening and closing your windows, if they require a bit of force to open or close and they seem to get frequently stuck it could mean you have a foundation problem.
To know for sure check, the corners of the windows as these areas tend to crack, you may also notice the crack running along the wall, if so it’s a good idea to measure the crack every once in a while to see if it gets any bigger, if the crack does grow there’s no doubt your foundation is shifting.
Don’t Worry - finding signs of foundation problems doesn’t mean it’s over, if you notice cracks early the structural problems might not be serious so you can fix them without having to build a new foundation.
www.aifl.edu.au [email protected]
PH. 1300 854 987
RTO: 45364
Or enquire at:
Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House
PH. 5455 7129
Courses running in Pyramid Hill
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Are you a compassionate person who loves caring for others?
Would you like to use your interpersonal skills to help the community?
These two government subsidised certificates (for eligible people) will give
you the training and education to use your passion in aged care, residential
homes and within the community. Begin your career in what you love doing
and make a difference to those around you.
Do the Cert 3 Individual Support and you only need to do a further 10 to
received your Cert 4 in Ageing Support.
Speak to Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House today about employment, self-employment and education assistance
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Pyramid Hill: More Than Just A Plastic Bag Free Town
Being sustainable is a state of mind and recycling should be on your mind. Recy-
cling isn’t just about your yellow bin once a fortnight. There are so many other
ways to care for our environment, save money and reduce waste. Also, there is a
real sense of satisfaction derived when you get to re-purpose or up-cycle an item
rather than simply discard it.
If you want to make a difference, why not donate your unwanted items to our local community organisations:
Lions Club - spectacle frames and lenses, car and truck batteries, household furniture
Op-Shop – clothing, kitchenware, toys, bedding, books, bric-a-brac, school uniforms and much more
Neighbourhood House- mobile phones, chargers and batteries, household batteries, printer cartridges
Pyramid Hill College & St Patricks -tooth brushes, empty tooth past tubes and caps, empty floss containers
Page kindly sponsored by Signature Denture Studio.
I am hoping some of the Pyramid Hill Press readers may have access to some old photos. These photos are required for our publications.
#1 is the Durham Ox Hall used to be the Durham Ox Methodist Church #2 The Bald Rock Hall, which was originally the Terrick West Methodist Church and shift to Bald Rock #3 The Appin Hall built on site. If you have any pictures of these buildings please give me a call on (03) 5455 7192 or email [email protected]
With Guest Speaker:
Dr Sharman Stone
Ambassador for Women and Girls
Dr Stone has been a longstanding and active advocate on gender equality issues in Australia and internationally. A former Australian politician from March 1996 to 2016, representing the Division of Murray, Victoria. As a long serving member and recently Chair of the Australian Parliamentarians for Population Development Group (APPDG), Sharman was elected the Vice Chair of the Asia-Pacific Population Development Group with special responsibilities for promoting the rights of women and girls in the region.
** Change Of Date**
Friday, 21st June Yarrawalla Community Centre Tickets $30.00 at the door —
Concession for school age students Contact Gwen Twigg 5437 9263
for further details
Join us for a marvellous
spit roast meal
Time: 7pm for 7.30pm
S0licitor Pyramid Hill & District
By Appointment
Mobile Consultations: Home/Farm/Business/Work
Mark Ryan Legal GP
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OBLIGATION FREE Initial phone consultation or advice
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Phone: 03 5455 7580
Mobile: 0427 874 386
Mick’s Rural
Fencing
Post & Rail Cattle & Sheep Yards Colourbond All types of fencing Servicing all areas
Phone: 0428 990 701
Be Connected
Be Connected lessons for over 50s in digital technology.
Free. Digital Tech Tips support & assistance for your phone tablet or laptop. Also emailing & getting online. $5 donation.
Come into the house today!
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FROM MELBOURNE
Monday – Friday Train dep Melbourne 7.41am & 6.25 pm Departs Bendigo 9.56 am & 8.34 pm Arrives Pyramid 11.07 am & 9.45 pm Tuesday and Thursday (Need to book on Thursdays) Train dep Melbourne 1.20 pm Coach dep Bendigo 3.06 pm Arrive Pyramid 4.44 pm Friday Only Train dep Melbourne 7.02pm Bendigo 8.51 Coach departs Bendigo 9.05 pm Arrives Pyramid 10.20 pm Saturday & Sunday only Train dep Melbourne 8.00 am & 6.35 pm Arrives Bendigo 10.05am & 8.38pm Arrives Pyramid 11.16 am & 9.49 pm TO MELBOURNE Monday – Friday Train dep Pyramid 8.10am & 2.06pm Arrives Bendigo 9.20 am & 3.16pm Arrives Melbourne 11.34 am & 5.25 pm Tuesday and Thursday Coach dep Pyramid 10.45 am Train dep Bendigo 12.05 pm Arrive Melbourne 2.23 pm Friday only Coach dep Pyramid 5.15 pm Arrives Bendigo 6.30 pm Train Arrives Melbourne 8.43 pm Saturday only Train dep Pyramid 8.03 am & 2.26pm Arrives Bendigo 9.16 am & 3.39 pm Arrives Melbourne 11.23 am & 5.44 pm Sunday only Train dep Pyramid 8.03 am & 5.25pm Arrives Bendigo 9.16 am & 6.38 pm Arrives Melbourne 11.23 am & 8.44pm
Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House
Free Wi-Fi and internet
Computer lab with 5 PCs
Free scanning to email or USB
Photocopying: 10c B&W, 70c colour (A4)
Laminating: A4 $1.10, A3 $2.75 & much more
Fresh Flowers, Plants & Garden Wall Art
Bouquets, boxes & arrangements.
Delivery available worldwide
Margret Richie
Ph: 0427 180 011
Ah: 5455 7137
An awesome person to volunteer
to deliver the Pyramid Press each
week to 7 locations around the
town during the school term.
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Phone: 0447 303 063
122 Martins Rd, Goornong 3557
Contact Chris For A Free Quote
Ph. 0409 703 880
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When the train conductor got unfairly railroaded by his boss, his life immediately began going down the wrong track.
Puns about monorails always make for decent one-liners
How do trains drink? They chug.
Those who steal trains must have loco-motive.
How do you find a missing train? Follow the tracks.
Pyramid Hill
Historical Society AGM
The Pyramid Hill Historical Society’s AGM will be held on
Tuesday the 11th of June 2019, starting at 10am in the
Museum’s RSL Hall in McKay St.
New members urgently needed and
most welcome.
Position Vacant The Pyramid Hill Memorial Hall Committee of Management are seeking expressions of interest for the position of cleaner. Please note the position is on an "as needs basis" as determined by the Committee of Management. Further details may be obtained from the President, Allan Mann on 5455 7048 or Secretary, Jean Mann on 0427 030 002. Expressions of interest including the name and phone number of two referees can be addressed to Jean Mann, 39 Ottrey St, Pyramid Hill.
A Step Back In Time With The Historical Society
December 23 1937
Essay Competition
Shirley Paul was the winner of an essay competition at the local school, the subject being Citizenship. The prize of £1/1/ was generously donated by Mr. A. R. Appleby, and the essays, 10 in number, were judged by Rev. Fr. Borrack and Rev. C. Kingston Daws.
The judges made the following comment: "This essay impressed the judges as being of an exceptionally high standard, and they desire to commend and congratulate the writer of it for having done such fine work."
We have much pleasure in publishing the essay which is as follows:
C I T I Z E N S H I P;
Citizenship demands sacrifice and this is the loyal service of a good patriot. To be patriotic one must be prepared to help one's country in time of need, so that citizenship and patriotism are very much the same. I believe first of all that a good citizen must be a good Christian, for surely the churches teach fellow-man there should be no need for gaols. The Golden Rule should be our aim as Christians or citizens, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
What should I as a child do to become a good citizen? I think first of all I should learn to think out problems for myself. I should become a trained thinker so when I become of adult age I shall know how to vote, who to vote for, so that this glorious democracy of ours will be governed by good people whom I have helped to place through my early civic training.
It is my duty as a citizen in this small town to help all things of use In the town. I should "act in such a way as, upon mature consid-eration you think it would be good for your State that all its citizens should act". Public parks, swimming clubs, church organiza-tions, libraries, debating societies, hospitals, sports grounds, all deserve help from me. I aim when older to join various societies so that the town will be no worse for my having lived in it, but should indeed be somewhat better. As Hedgeman says, "I expect to pass through this world but once, any good thing therefore that I may do, or any kindness that I may show, let me do it tow, let me not defer nor neglect it for I shall never pass this way again". In a freedom loving democracy like ours, it is essential that public-spirited people should be in plenty, for our laws are made by the people, for the people and of the people.
For example of unselfishness we quote John Hampden who was willing to lay down his life fighting
King Charles the First's illegal ship money tax. We call his action public spirit for it is evident that had he been governed by a selfish spirit he would have acted quite otherwise. He gave up his own ease and comfort so that a heritage of freedom might be handed down to those who were to come.
The whole matter rests in the one word—loyalty. It is loyalty to the State which has given us liberty by securing for us our present system of government. Doubtless this system is far from perfect but if the same spirit continues to inspire us, it will be found potent to improve that system, and to give to liberty a wider meaning than we yet dream "in closing let us repeat once more that the greatness of a State depends on its own citizens doing their own duty. Other people’s conduct does not concern us; what we have to make sure of is that we are playing our own part however small or insignificant it may appear as well as we can.
September 23 1936
Ware Snakes
The first few warm days have brought many snakes to light in the township, and several have been
despatched. Residents are advised to keep a sharp look-out especially as a luxuriant growth of grass affords excellent cover for the reptiles. A lively young snake about 18 inches long black in color with white rings captured by M. W Dingwall in the Mallee last week excited much excitement in the township and various guesses were made bystanders as to its species.
Dorothy, daughter of Mr. Frank Cassidy, had an exciting experience when a snake sprang at her and buried its deadly fangs in net overcoat. Mrs. Cassidy effected a neat kill, bringing her tally to three this spring.
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Email: [email protected]
Church Services
St. Thomas’
Anglican Church
Sunday June 2nd
9.00am Join with UCA
at Tyndale Church
Sunday June 9th
9.00am Eucharist
Enquiries please phone
Minister: Rev’d Pam Lawry
Ph: 0428 368 338
Presbyterian
Tyndale Church, Victoria Street
All Services 2.30 pm
Contact Mr Ern Miller Phone 5455 7362
Church of Christ Kelly Street
11 am Worship Service ______________________________
Uniting Church Tyndale Church, Victoria Street
Worship Services 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday 9am
2nd Sunday 9am at St. Thomas 4th Sunday 11am at St. Thomas
__________________
Catholic Services Victoria Street
St Patrick's Pyramid Hill
Saturday 6:30 pm (Exposition & confession 6 pm)
kidsROCK Church of Christ Hall
3:30pm to 5:00pm
4
th June
18th
June
Open for children 5 years old or
Prep -Year 8 to enjoy
Games, Stories, Craft & Singing
$1
Call Gwen Searle
Ph. 5410 7474
Proudly Providing Quality Service
B Double, Single Trailers for Livestock, Wool, Tipper, General & Container Freight
Clean, Reliable, Friendly
Phone: 5437 5264
Graeme: 0428 481 100
Quinlans Water Deliveries
Loads Of Water Will Be Delivered Anywhere For Domestic, Stock,
Swimming Pools
7 DAYS A WEEK.
John & Julie Quinlan
Phone - 03 5456 7408
Mobile - 0428 567 408
Pyramid Tyre & Auto Service 42 Victoria Street
Pyramid Hill
Call and see Paul, Andrew & Cathy
Phone:
5455 7214
* Full range of tyres for tractor, truck, 4x4, car & ATV * All truck repairs including servicing * Log book servicing by qualified mechanics * Tri-Tech oils & lubricants * 24 Hr fuel - card operated * Landmark Merchandise depot * Elite Diesel cleans available * Windscreens fitted * Air-conditioning * AC Delco, Delkor & Bond Battery agents Glen Bartels
Electrical Services REC 28310
General Electrical Work
Selling & Servicing DAVEY
PUMPS with a large range of
spare parts always in stock
Call Glen on 0427 557 342
ISA Browns
21 weeks old
Point of lay
Fully wormed and vaccinated.
$25 each, plenty available.
Call Lisa - 0488 366 318
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
$110 6x4 trailer load
$220 ute load ( approx. 2 x trailer loads)
Joe: 0477 228 788
or
Carmen: 0427 557 336
Psychiatrist: What seems to be
the problem?
Patient: I think I'm a chicken.
Psychiatrist: How long
has this been going
on?
Patient: Ever since I
came out of my shell.
Page kindly produced and sponsored by Pyramid Hill Football Netball Club
Netball Report Round 7
NET SET GO GIRLS The Pyramid NETSETGO girls had the opportunity to be a part of the half time netball activities at the Magpies vs. Fever Netball Match in Bendigo on Saturday. Thank you to Kirsty Twigg for leading their smiling faces onto the court for the half time fun.
MINIS Our youngest netballers had a day out against MGYCW. There was some excellent team play which resulted in many opportunities for the goalers, who all managed to shoot some awesome goals. It was great to see Eloise, Margarette and Sophie all shoot very well alongside the great support from their team mates. Keep listening to Coach Lauren and learning all you can little Dogettes! The award went to Delaney Wagner.
UNDER 13’s It was a sunny day with nice weather as the Pups ran out onto the court to play the Eagles. Each team tried their best throughout the whole match and finished strong in the last quarter. But unfortunately MGYCW dominated in the end. MGYCW 22 df Pyramid Hill 4. The award went to Kaitlin Broad.
UNDER 15’s The under 15’s girls met their match today against MGYCW. It was a busy and intense first quarter with the Pups finding their feet and goals were scored from each side. The Eagles proved to be the taller side by showing their defending capability against the Pups, but Imogen and Keeley kept their intercepts coming, making sure the girls maintained a lead. On the final siren, the score-board was 23 to 23 with the Eagles and Pups having a draw. The awards went to Imogen Broad and Sammi Moon.
UNDER 17’s The girls took to the court knowing the Eagles would be their toughest game yet. The first half saw both teams neck and neck with excellent pressure from the Dogettes all over the court. MGYCW picked up in the last half, leaving the Pyramid girls down in goaling. The girls came out firing with sheer determination in the last quarter, resulting in an intense, nail biting finish, but the Dogettes just missed out on a win. Best on for the match went to Amy Murfitt and Jordann Broad. MGYCW 42 df Pyramid Hill 39.
C RESERVE The Ressie Girls faced a tough MGYCW side today and they did it with determination and a great attitude. Despite the margin, there were some great passages of play and strong defensive pressure throughout the entire game. The girls enjoyed a bit of a shuffle around the court with Jan promising as a goalie. Regardless of the score, the Ressie girls maintained a strong fight and never dropped their heads. Thanks to Jorja and Ally who also helped us out. Morgan Bellinger took our award this week for her consisten-cy and pressure throughout the entire game. MGYCW 56 df Pyramid Hill 16.
C GRADE The girls knew it was going to be a tough game against MGYCW. The girls came out strong but found it hard to gain momentum. Hannah and Mikayla had a tough job against tall Eagle defenders while the Pyramid defence, Kel and Jess fought hard for the ball but the Eagles were switched on, barely missing a goal. The girls never gave up and continued to work hard right until the end. Best on went to Coach Kel for her consistent defensive pressure and constant encouragement. MGYCW 50 df Pyramid Hill 17.
B GRADE On Saturday the Dogettes came up against Maiden Gully Eagles. The Pyramid girls had a change up of positions trying a new goaling combination of Georgia Bartels and Chloe Broderick. The first quarter everyone was adjusting into the new positions on the court seeing only a few goals shot. The second quarter still saw the girls easing into the game but the third quarter was their best quarter in all areas of the court, with the Pyramid shooters outshooting the Eagles. The defence end stood strong and deflected and intercepted multiple passes and the midcourt brought it down the court well. The final quarter saw the girls slow down, with Maiden Gully finishing off their strong game. Best on was given to Chloe Broderick. MGYCW 43 df Pyramid Hill 20.
A GRADE The A grade Dogettes were excited this week to welcome back the home grown favourite, Megan Gunther, back from injury. Their excitement showed as they outscored the Eagles in the first quarter and the second quarter saw the tall Eagle shooters capitalise, making the most of their scoring opportunities. The last half saw both teams work tirelessly with Lani coming on and the Pyramid girls gave it their all and kept the talk and encouragement up, but were outclassed by a well oiled MGYCW side. The award went to Grace Broderick. Great effort ladies. MGYCW 46 df Pyramid Hill 29.
Page kindly produced and sponsored by Pyramid Hill Football Netball Club
Pyramid Hill Football & Netball Club presents
“The Suburban Footballer”
Saturday June 1st at Mitchell Park from 7-11pm
Early Bird tickets $25ea must be paid before May 25th
Late purchase $30ea, Under 18 $10ea
“Murray Mallee Wood Fired Pizza’s”
“Order your own” available 6-9pm
Come for tea, stay for the show. Everyone is welcome.
Guaranteed to be great night!
Tickets available from Deb Dingwall, Megan Gunther or from the Coffee Bank
Please Note...This event is rated MA.
Football Report Round 7
U/18 The Under 18’s suffered their first loss of the season after falling 22 points short against Maiden Gully YCW. After kicking the first goal of the game, the Eagles kicked 3 unanswered goals in the remainder of the first half. 2 goals in the third quarter kept us in the hunt, but we couldn’t manage to diminish the deficit in the final quarter. Some positives were taken from the game though, with our pressure and defence showing promise. The Eagles tackling and tenacity around the footy led to sloppy disposal by our boys, which is something that we can work on in the coming weeks. Our best players were Ryan Salvador, Zac Dingwall, Ed Caburnay, and Mitch Gunther.
Final Scores: Pyramid Hill 5.7.37 lost to MGYCW 8.11.59
Goals: Mitch Gunther 2, Ed Caburnay 2, Kobe Schmidt 1.
Brett Hercus Transport Award: Ryan Salvador. Millers Ag Award: Zac Dingwall. Pyramid Bakery Cafe Award: Ed Caburnay. Special Award: Mitch Gunther. Others: Carlos Ly, Matt Farrell, Matt Carroll, Tain Piercy, B. Burke.
Reserves The boys had a big challenge on their hands facing the 2nd placed MGYCW Eagles, a task made harder with a few boys out. We started well and it was a real grind and slog throughout the day. Fortunately we really put the foot down in the second half and came away with a 6 goal win. Mitch “ The one inch “ Dingwall and Chris “ Big Boy “ Milroy were awesome up forward and the both slotted 3 goals. Louis “ Vuitton “ Lowndes was moving well up and down the ground all day and is becoming a real focal point for the boys going foward. Sam “ The Parcel “ Mewett was in everything and everywhere and is in rare form. Nato “ Big Dog “ Moon and Tommy “ Pots “ Walker" had great games with big Nato dominating in the ruck and Potsy under his feet all day. Woof Woof #upthe2s.
Final Scores: Pyramid Hill 11.13.79 defeated MGYCW 5.3.33
Goals: Mitch Dingwall 3, Chris Milroy 3, Louis Lowndes 1, Brendan Hancock 1, Ryan Watson 1, Xav Ryan 1, Jack Douch 1.
National Hotel Award: Louis Lowndes. Victoria Hotel Award: Sam Mewett. Good Sports Award: Nick Tanner. BCF Award: Nathan Moon. Others: Tom Walker, Mitch Dingwall, Connor Gibbins, Chris Milroy.
Seniors A fantastic 1st quarter set the benchmark and gave the boys the edge required for a great game.. They continued to improve as the game went on longer the game went on and eventually came away with a great 10 goal win. Billy “ The Kid “ Micevski was in mint form all day and slotted a solid 6 goals. Adrian “ The Flying Dutchman “ dominated the aerial contest and gave all the mids a great chance with first use of the ball throughout the day. Young Jimmy Sala and Benny Dalton played their little hearts out and it’s great to see for the clubs future the young pups playing well. Stevie Gunther was all class winning the inside ball then dominating on the outside and is in great form. Gavin “ Ego “ James really stepped up and this would’ve been one of his best games for the year. Woof Woof #upthe1s
Final Scores: Pyramid Hill 17.15.117 defeated MGYCW 8.8.54
Goals: Billy Micevski 6, Braidy Dickens 3, Jack Woodward 2, Steven Gunther 2, Bailey George 2, Gavin James 1, Matthew Klein-Breteler 1.
Victoria Hotel Award: Adrian Holland. National Hotel Award: Billy Micevski. Others: Jimmy Sala, Ben Dalton, Steven Gun-ther, Gavin James, Michael Bateman, Scott Mann.
Pyramid Hill
Recycle Centre & Tip
Opening Hours
Sunday - 8 - 12 noon
Tuesday - 1 - 5 pm
Farrar’s
Garage
Unigaf Gas, Mechanical Repairs & Servicing, Spare Parts, VACC Senior Mechanic
Gladfield Rd Pyramid Hill
B.H. 5455 7057
Pyramid Hill Store
2 Kelly St, Pyramid Hill
Phone: 5455 7322
Fax: 5455 7241
Great range of Groceries, Fresh Fruit & Vegetables, Deli Items,
Meat & Bread Bottle Shop, Rural Supplies
Elgas Bottles $110 delivered
Everything you need!
FREE Home Delivery
Telstra Phone Re-Charge
Citylink Passes
Fishing Licences
Elgas Agents
ATM
Trading Hours
Mon—Fri - 8.30—5.30
Saturday 9 am-1.30 pm
Sunday 10 am-1.30 pm
Bettina’s Hair Beauty & Body Therapy
For all the latest style in colours, perms and sets
Body waxing & body spray tanning
Vibrosaun Treatments Sheer relaxation
Skin & muscle toning Natural Sea body wraps
for detoxing & skin balance
Ph. 5455 7174 For A New You!
Hon PETER WALSH MLA
Your State Member of Parliament
Representing Murray Plains Electorate
496 High Street, ECHUCA 3564
Phone: 5482 2039
Email: [email protected]
Victoria Hotel supplies
Kwik Gas swap bottles - all types of bottles accepted.
Available 7 days per week
VICTORIA HOTEL
Phone: 5455 7391 Email: [email protected]
Cold Beer
Wines & Spirits
Accommodation
Bottle Shop Check Out Our Fortnightly Liquor Saving Specials
What’s On at the Pub
Kitchen open Wednesday-Saturday
lunch and dinner Huge menu available
Be sure to check out our weekly specials
Lunch Specials
Choose from 10 different $12 meals
Wednesday
Steak Night - $28
Scotch or T-Bone with a free pot, wine or soft drink
Thursdays—Parma Night
Classic Parma $18
8 different Parma's to choose from—$19
Plus free pot, wine or soft drink
Fridays
Joker Poker Fridays
Free ticket with every drink bought between 6-8pm. Must be there to win.
Follow us on Facebook for all our news, updates, specials
and events. www.facebook.com
/victoriahotelpyramidhill
VH
$1,000
Building
Contractor Home Renovations, Vinyl Siding
Concrete Works
Laurie Smith 0427 844 064
BPB-DB-L1458
Rhyme Time Come along to the Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House &
introduce your babies and pre-school aged children to music.
Using old & new songs, rhythms & instruments, we’ll play musical games together & have lots of fun! With Kirsty Orr.
During school terms: Fridays, 9:30am-9:50am. No charge.
Page kindly produced and sponsored by Pyramid Hill College, Pyramid Hill
Education Week at Pyramid Hill College ……..
What a wonderful week at PHC as our students had a range of amazing experiences…
an excursion to the Stewart dairy farm, F-2 to the Kyabram Fauna Park, NCD Cross
Country, Indonesian traditional games, cook offs, special morning teas, activities with
the preschoolers as we explored the book ‘Alpacas with Maracas’, lunchtime games,
volunteer guest speakers and the list goes on …………..
At PHC we are very fortunate to have such great support from our Pyramid Hill community. Thank you
to everyone who came to visit us during the week and thank you to those that allowed our classes to
visit you.
Pyramid Hill
Bakery Café
Phone 5455 7035
Mon -Fri 7am - 8:30pm Sat - Sun 8am - 8:30pm
Summer Menu Fresh Salad Rolls/Wraps with fresh roasted chicken, home cooked silverside or ham.
Caesar Wraps hot or cold
Pizzas - Thursday - Sunday
from 5pm
Pies - plain or flavoured Pasties
Sausage rolls - plain or cheesy
Hamburgers, Fish ‘n’ Chips and a large selection of cold drinks. Large variety of Meal Deals to
choose from.
Eat in or Takeaway
Roast Chickens and Salads by orders for that quick meals on a
summers night.
Cappuccino, Latte, Flat White, Hot Chocolate and Tea
Large range of home baked cakes
and slices.
Birthday Cakes, sponge or mud cake by order in small, medium
or large sizes.
For all your agricultural and hardware needs
(Members of the AIRR Buying Group)
1 Kelly Street, Pyramid Hill Ph: 5455 7306 Fax: 5455 7488 Mob: 0427 181 461
Email: [email protected] Locally operated by Nev & Michelle Miller
Kids Skellerup Gumboots, PINK or RED only $25.00.
We have all your lamb and calf rearing supplies in stock.
Coprice Family Dog Food 20kg now only $44.00 a bag.
Millers Ag now offers a delivery service to farms every Wednesday. We are very fortunate to have Vaughn Herrick as our driver. For more information, please contact us on 5455 7306.
May
Specials!
Check out our website
www.millerag.com.au FB @MillersAgSupplies
We are excited to announce that the L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program is back in town and…. we have a car!
The VicRoads L2P - Learner Driver Mentor Program assists learners under 21 years of age, who do not have access to a supervising driver or vehicle, to gain the driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.
Interested in getting info or joining?
We are currently recruiting mentor drivers and looking for people who would like to learn to drive. If you are interested in joining the program to learn to drive or becoming a learner driver mentor, please call or message Peter Aurisch, the Loddon Buloke program coordinator, on 0467 787 328.
Pyramid Hill has a car in town Wednesday evening through to Saturday afternoon, once a fortnight. Bookings essential. For further information, go to www.pyramidhillhouse.com/l2p-learner-driver-mentor-program
Plant Sale & Sausage Sizzle When - Monday 3rd June. Where - Kelly Park near the BBQ shelter. Time - 9am till early afternoon or until sold out.
The Pyramid Hill Garden Club are holding another plant and garden related items sale, to share some of their plants with the community.
The plants are mostly grown by our members and have been hardened for local conditions. We intend to keep the prices low so we don’t have to take anything back home.
Judging from last years sale, the pick of the crop finds a new owner very early in the day. So don’t miss out on getting some great plants, come by early BUT NOT before 9am!
This is a great opportunity to grab some plants and get your garden looking good before Spring.
Healthy Heart of Victoria 2019 Active Living Census
Loddon Shire residents are encouraged to go online at www.srcentre.com.au/ALC from now until June 16 to complete the Healthy Heart of Victoria 2019 Active Living Census.
The census aims to find out what people living in the Loddon Campaspe region do to keep active, what stops them from being active and what it would take for them to become more active. The Loddon Campaspe region includes all residents living in the City of Greater Bendigo and the Shires of Campaspe, Loddon, Mount Alexander, Macedon Ranges and Central Goldfields.
Loddon Shire Mayor Cheryl McKinnon said the aim of the census is to seek local and regional data on the community’s health behaviours, activity levels, preferences and needs. “No other region in Australia will have this type of data, so it will put the Loddon Campaspe region in a powerful position to advocate for the region’s needs. It will also be a great tool for obtaining funding to support projects that provide better outcomes in the future and help drive ongoing change in our region,” Cr McKinnon said. “Our region currently has high levels of heart disease, obesity and cancers, which could be prevented by living a healthier lifestyle.
“People can be active in lots of different ways. The census is not just about those who participate in organised sport. We really want everyone to tell us what they already do to be active, if there is anything that stops them from being active or what they think can be done to encourage them to become more active. The findings from the census will be used to produce an overarching report for the Loddon Campaspe Region and individual reports that are unique to each of the six local government areas.”
“It’s an exciting initiative for our region. It will help local Councils, health agencies, sporting clubs and government departments to better plan, develop and enhance recreational facilities and health promotion services to improve the future health and wellbeing of our local communities. I encourage all residents to take a few minutes out of their day, visit www.srcentre.com.au/ALC and fill out the census to have a chance of winning some great prizes.”
A prize pool of $12,000 is available with 84 chances to win, including a $4,000 Early Prize Draw for online entries between May 20 and 26. The remaining draws for both online and hard copy entries will be open from May 27 to June 16.
The census will also be delivered to more than 117,000 homes in the Loddon Campaspe region in coming weeks.
Mayoral Column
Congratulations To The Coffee Bank
I’d like to congratulate Pyramid Hill’s The Coffee Bank on being awarded the Countrywide Café of the Year for Victoria/Tasmania. The Coffee Bank received the most votes from customers in the Victorian/Tasmanian region (via the Countrywide Café of the Year website), taking out the honours.
It’s fantastic to see a local business in the Shire recognised by its customers for their delicious food (and coffee, of course) and all their hard work!
Reconciliation Week
This week (27 May to 3 June) is National Reconciliation Week. The 2019 National Reconciliation Week theme is Grounded in Truth, Walk Together with Courage.
According to Reconciliation Australia, National Reconciliation Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. It is also a chance to explore how everyone can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Council continues to commit to reconciliation activities, including flying the Aboriginal flag during Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.
Additionally, last year Council adopted the Welcome to and Acknowledgement of Country Policy, which assists Council in acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land at Council civic functions, business activities and Council publications.
Council is also working on an Aboriginal Community Partnership Plan, and intends to work towards developing a future Reconciliation Action Plan. The partnership plan aims to further strengthen relations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members of our community.
Recycling Tips
Having covered off a number of different topics related to recycling, this week I thought I would share some recycling tips from Sustainability Victoria. Remember, your recycling should be loose inside the bin, and keep recycling out of plastic bags. Plastic bags and other soft plastics (such as bread bags) should not be placed in your recycling bin. Textiles, including clothing and shoes can’t go into the recycling bin and are considered to be contaminants.
E-waste (any items which use cords and plugs or batteries) also can’t be recycled through your bin. As mentioned in a previous column, you can dispose of your e-waste at any of Council’s landfills and transfer stations during normal operating hours. Please note, computer monitors, laptops and TVs are subject to a fee as they contain toxic chemicals which require special handling.
For operating hours, please visit : www.loddon.vic.gov.au/Live/Your-home/Garbage-and-recycling and click on “Landfill and transfer station timetable”. I’ll also be providing more information about the State Government’s e-waste ban (which starts 1 July this year) in my next column.
Did You Know?
Separating your comingled waste (a broader term to describe every day recyclables) means you contribute to a circular economy through landfill diversion. Metals, gas and oils are not limitless. A circular economy is an alternative model that anticipates and designs for resources to be either safely returned to nature or back into systems where they can be reused or renewed.
