Communicating August 1999

GUIDES MAKE THE WORLD GO ROUND

lor GUIDES AUSTRALIA

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Contents ... 3 From the Acting State Commissioner 4 SEOP Box 4 Executive Committee 5 Membership 6 International 7 Asia Pacific 7 Training 9 Y2K 10 State Conference 12 Target 2000 Bulletin Board 14 State Program Team ReportS 17 Focus on Weekend 17 Go Club 17 Post Box 18 Third Adult Gathering 19 Radio Activities 19 Mobile Shop 22 Properties 22 Campsite vacancies

A special thank you to Toni Peters for her assistance with this issue of Communicating.

Communicating is the official magazine of Guides Victoria. Information on products, events and services contained in the editorial and advertising pages of this magazine is published as a service. It does not imply the endorsement of any product or service by Guides Victoria Guides Victoria welcomes any submissions relating to Guiding in Australia. Guides Victoria reserves the nght to edit any editorial and refuse articles or advertisements from any source Guides Victoria does not accept responsibility for any advertisements. Compliance with the Trade Practices Act of 1974 is the responsibility of the person company or advertising agent submitting the advertisement

GUIDES VICTORIA 20 Russell Street Melbourne Vic 3000

Telephone: 03 9654 7911 Fax: 03 9650 2436

Email: guidesvic@guidesaus.org.au Website: www.guidesaus.org.au/vic

POET'S PAGE Guides is all around the world

U can come too. if you are a girl

I can choose from lots of badges

Doing lots of activities

Especially fun!

Sometimes we play on the playground

By Michaela Boucher Croydon Hills Guides (10-15)

Good

Ideas are

Really

Lovely

Guides

Use

Ideas to

Do

Excellent

Service By Rachel Hazeldene

Croydon Hills Guides is where I go

Rachel is one of the Guides

Our Leader is Lynette

You have lots of fun here

Don't be bad or Lynette will get mad

On Mondays we meet

Natalya and James Bond is a game we olay

Hey! Only girls can come to Girl Guides

I and everyone here loves it

Lara is my name and I am a Guide

Look at me. I am adventurous

See us at the community centre

Guides is fun

U are my friend

I like my Guide nights

Do you get bored'? No way'

Everyone goes crazy at Guides

Some of my friends are Michaela and Courtney

By Lara Mackie Croydon Hills Guides (10-15)

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FROM THE ACTING STATE COMMISSIONER

Hi there. It is my turn to acquaint you with the State Team's

agenda for the past month! It is always a great pleasure to move around the

State meeting and greeting with friends, old and new. We all enjoy working in the business of Guiding because, after all, that's what we're here for. However, the team tries very hard to free up time to work the business as we keep our vision alive and move forward with our planning.

As part of our vision we have been discussing IT —that special something that has to do with how and why we do things, not what we do.

Perhaps you could find a quiet moment to reflect on why you became involved in Guiding in the first place. No. I don't want the standard answer "The Brownie Pack was closing" or "No-one else put their hand up", etc. Rather think about why you thought it was important and why you were willing to make the commitment. Then ponder on the underlying factors that have encouraged you to contribute as you do and why you are still involved.

The answers the State Team have come up with we have collectively labelled IT. IT is all about a sense of belonging, an opportunity to be part of a community, that sense of fulfilment that comes with doing something useful and to share common values and connections with familiar rituals and routines. IT is about caring for each other as we build relationships and travel the journey together. We hope you will agree with the team that having identified these strengths we should all be spreading the word about IT in a positive and enthusiastic way.

Congratulations to all our Leaders whose belief in Guiding and ongoing commitment give so many girls an opportunity to become part of IT also. I hope you are all remembering to celebrate your achievements -have you had a Guiding breakfast, dinner, coffee, cake and talk-fest or a pampering session lately?

In her usual fashion of being one jump ahead of the rest of us, Libby has "obtained" some bottles of IT (she will not divulge her supplier) and she has bestowed them on Regions we have recently visited. Libby will spend the last two weeks of July having some well earned rest in Queensland. The State

Team looks forward to having lots of feedback from discoveries and celebrations of IT in every corner of Victoria,

As I write this we are preparing for our Region Leaders mid-year meeting. It will be a great pleasure to welcome Debbie McLaren as the new Region Leader for Dandenong Valley and we will be thanking Chris O'Reilly for her contributions as Region Leader for Baw Baw as her term is completed in August.

Elizabeth has just returned from a New Zealand holiday and is in full flight with Annual Conference preparations. She tells us that the convenor, Lyn Urquhart, and her committee have a great conference day lined up for us on Saturday 9 October. We are looking forward to seeing you there.

A week ago I attended a first aid update. I have to admit I found it extremely difficult to put the day aside for this purpose. If you are like me, hesitate no longer!! I strenuously recommend the sense of achievement (dare I mention IT again?) I felt at the end of the day. A special thank you to Gaylene for being such a willing patient.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my turn flying at the front of the flock — the support from behind and the view are incredible. However you will be delighted to know, that by the time you read this, we will have welcomed Jane home from the World Conference and we will once again be flying in formation.

Judi Tuppen ACTING STATE COMMISSIONER

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SEOP BOX

In August 1999 Guide Centre will be instituting a new reception procedure as part of a new security and fire safety evacuation process. All people (including staff) present in the administrative area of Guide Centre during office hours will be required to sign in and sign out in a book kept at reception. The sign in/sign out system will not apply to the shop (except for shop staff), nor for meetings held at night or on the weekends. The sign in/sign out system will assist us to know who is in the building at any one time and ensure safe evacuation in the event of fire or other mishap. I would like to extend a big thank you to staff and volunteers for their patience and understanding during the months of May and June while I have been recovering from some unexpected surgery.

Merial Clark STATE EXECUTIVE OFFICER

ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW

16 - 26 SEPTEMBER

We are again involved with the Yellow Brick _Road Show Bag and have a site in the Government Pavilion. We are at present compiling a data bank of people aged 14 years and over who are willing to help out at the Show or at other events during the year. Many people have already been asked to go on this list and we have been extremely pleased with the positive response so far. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and enjoy talking to people we would love you on our team to& Please ring Hausi on 9654 7911 (ext. 222) if you would like to help.

Sue Hogendoorn STATE PUBLIC RELATIONS ADVISER

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The members of State Council which Includes your region delegates, have the responsibility to elect eight new members of the Executive Committee. They would like as many nominations as possible to choose from.

The Executive Committee manages the affairs of Guides Victoria and nominees may be members or non-members — female or male Refer to July Communicating for the requirements to nominate, the position of the committee and the list of current • members. Think widely for suitable candidates

For further information arid nomination forms contact the State Executive Officer Applications close 31 August 1999.

Elizabeth Adnams CHAIRMAN, STRUCTURES & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE

WANTED I would like to borrow a shop mannequin of a young girl for

use for approximately two weeks over the Show period. Do you

know where one could be obtained? Please let Hausi or Sue know A.S.A.P. if you can

help us. call on 9654 7911

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MEMBERSHIP

National Membership Conference

Over twenty leaders from around Australia met in Sydney in May to determine our directions for future membership development. Guides Victoria was represented by Libby Howlett. Karen Thornton and Marg Taylor.

Many topics were covered during the two day conference with all participants becoming members of the National Membership Taskforce. The ongoing work of this group will be co-ordinated by the Assistant Chief Commissioners.

We were challenged to "look wide and look wider still" as evidenced by the visionary Mission Statement of the Taskforce - "striving together to ensure the diversity and growth of the membership of Guides Australia by offering all girls and women the opportunity to experience a program of dynamic, vibrant and relevant activities".The inaugural State Membership Conference held in July provided a chance to look at the impact of this statement and to start on some strategies for Guides Victoria.

At this point we are a long way below our target of 2000 additional members by the end of the Year 2000. but with everyone sharing the responsibility to increase our membership, it can be done. Let us all make an effort to tell more people out there about Guiding.

Marg Taylor STATE MEMBERSHIP ADVISER

TARGET 2000 TIP OF THE MONTH

• Follow up all inquiries within 48 hours

• Keep a directory near your phone with contact names and meeting times for Units. both in your own District and those of the neighbouring Districts

See page 12 for Target 2000

WIIFM - What's In It For Me Sometimes we need to be reminded of some of the benefits of leadership. Here are ten WIIFMs which come courtesy of Girl Guides of Canada. They also make really good selling points when you are discussing leadership with a prospective leader.

Guiding helps you to: • Grow and develop personally • Experience a sense of accomplishment • Give direction to the future • Have fun with your daughter and her

friends • Enjoy working with children

• Invest time and energy in your community

• Enjoy opportunities for recreation • Feel that you are needed • Contribute to the lives of others • Discover outlets for creative

expressions

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VIENNA 2000 Picturesque Vienna, Austria

When

Who:

Cost:

INTERNATIONAL Glenda Vuillermin _2 STATE INTERNATIONAL ADVISER =

Closing date for Victoria: 27 Oct 1999 Selection date: 13 Nov 1999

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The costs below are approximate and may be subject to

currency variations and changes in

airfare structures.

18-27 July 2000 — Our Chalet 27-29 July 2000 — Home Hospitality 29 July — 9 August — Event

10 members (14-21 years) 2 adult Leaders

$4000 approx. which includes airfares. airport taxes. event fee, international bags and tops. Our Chalet session. administration costs and insurance

Taste Sachertorte and apple strudel. experience music. visit lakes. mountains and forests and visit one of the houses of the United Nations. Join in creative workshops with new Guiding and Scouting friends.

New Events !!! Check out these fantastic events. Don't wait for the closing date. apply now' Contact your Region International Rep for the required paperwork. Not sure who it is? Check personnel or ring your Region Leader Heaps of time to fundraise.

D▪ - :

TAPESTRY 2000 CANADA — SASKATCHEWAN Visit the past — Discover the future

An International/Interprovincial event hosted by Saskatchewan Council. Girls Guides of Canada

Experience the culture of the Plains Indians. the original inhabitants of the area. Experience life as it was in Western Canada at the beginning of the 1900s. Enjoy a challenging and varied outdoor program. participate in service projects. Celebrate 90 years of Guiding in Saskatchewan and HAVE FUN!! Fantastic Canada'

5-17 July 2000 event & home hospitality prior to event

Fort Ou'Appelle. Saskatchewan in the beautiful scenic region of the Ou'Appelle Valley (near Regina)

8 members (14-16 years at time of event) 2 adult Leaders

$3200 which includes airfares. taxes, international bags and tops. administration, insurance

Closing date for Victoria: 27 Oct 1999

Selection date: 13 Nov 1999

When:

Where:

Who:

Cost:

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Just $15.00 less 10% with

embership card - $13.50!

APA NEWS UPDATE

It was a great experience to attend the Asia Pacific Workshop on Program and Training Development in Singapore with Melissa Anderson (Old) and Brenda Hamlet (Australian Training Adviser).

Our task was to compare both the youth and adult programs of Guides Australia with the WAGGGS guidelines on educational programs and training. It was most interesting to note just how closely the Australian Guide Program fitted the WAGGGS requirements to provide a challenging program based on the needs of the girl and the fundamental philosophy of Guiding.

However, there were just a few areas that need refinement and one of these concerns the progression of the individual girl. In wide age ranging units, it is vital that allowance is made for each girl to progress after around two years.

Progression can occur even if the girl stays in the same unit by Leaders offering new challenges or experiences. such as encouraging special activities for older girls or limited age patrols. However, it is essential that each girl is challenged as an individual to reach her fullest potential.

Di Vernon -Reade AUSTRALIAN PROGRAM ADVISER

Have You Got One? 4 World Centres Liaison Welcome to Louise Carrington who has taken on the role of Four World Centres Liaison for Victoria. Sincere thanks to Maureen Steel who has done a fantastic job over the past 6 years or so. If you wish to receive a newsletter three times a year about our World Centres, please fill out the form in April Communicating or write to:

Louise Carrington 7 Heather Grove Traralgon 3844 tel: 5176 1673

DID YOU SEE . . . ? the story about Guides and Corks in last month's Leader newspapers? If you see or hear anything to do with Guides in the media, local or otherwise, please contact Hausi @ Guide Centre on tel: 9654 7911.

They're quite new, and there's only a few! So when next you stop at our Guide Shop Pick up the new WAGGGS t-shirt Red, yellow, blue with four World Centre logos

SEE BACK PAGE FOR

OTHER SHOP SPECIALS

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TRAINING ...

Leader Qualifications

The following Leaders have gained their Leadership Qualification and been appointed as qualified Leaders. Congratulations to'

Carolyn Moore (Ferntree Gully OK Guides). Jenny Kirsteuer (1st Mt Clear Brownies), Val Taylor (District Leader Wantirna Sth), Claire Denny (1st Greensborough Brownies), Vicky Hartley (The Basin Birra-li Guides). Claire Bickell (1st Fairfield Guides). Jan Carroll (3rd Boronia Dare Devil Guides), Jan Williams (Kialla District Leader). Anne Redmond (Camberwell Guides and Senior Guides), Sarah Hannan (Camberwell Senior Guides), Sanna Coombs (3rd Burwood Brownies), Wendy Langdon (1st Carrum Downs). Annette Brown (1st Carrum Downs). Margaret Wyborn (Rye District Leader), Barree Egan-Lalor (3rd Newborough Brownie Guides). Patricia Johnstone (Benalla Murrumbong Guides, Phyllis Mundy (Benalla Koala Guides). ShelleyMcKenzie (15t Mortlake Guides),Melinda Cleverdon (Burwood Guides). Christine Shearer (Burwood Guides). Kaye Lasa (Resource Leader. Outer Eastern) Anita Kuchta (Mountain Gate "Rug Rat" Guides), Brenna Avard (Cranbourne Kilparra Guides). Robyn Lawless (3rd Invergordon Brownies) and Leon' Price (4m Hamilton)

Guiding Partner Appointments

The following Leaders have been appointed Guiding Partners: Jill Livingston (Outer Eastern) Gwen Woodward (Dandenong Valley). Kaye Lasa (Outer Eastern). Judy Chatto (Dandenong Valley).

Please note that if you have qualified and your name does not appear above, it has been received after the cut off date for publication and will appear in the next issue of Communicating

Leader Appointment Forms

Some regions are still sending in Leader Appointment Forms Just a note to let you know that Leader Appointment Forms are no longer required and have been replaced by the Leader

Progress Form. Please help us to help you reduce the paperwork. Guiding Partners who don't have a copy of the Leader Progress Form should ring Guide Centre Training on 9654 7911 (ext. 238). There is also a sample copy on the back of the Leader's Guide to the AALP — Book 3.

Additional Training

Want to run a really great girl-driven program? Then Ingredients for All will show you how. This training is for experienced Leaders or Leaders who have completed Leadership Qualification in AALP. By the end of the training, you will have covered the elements of the Further Development module T4 (plan. implement and evaluate a leadership skill training for youth members) in the Leader's Journal. Course content includes the skills required to run a girl-driven program. developing life skills activities. motivation and how to increase it. plus how to design, run and evaluate a leadership training course. This is also a great opportunity to review your strengths and skills. share experiences with other Leaders and get some tips on activities and how to use them. You'll even make a few to take home. Cost $20 per person (9am to 5pm)

How about running one in your

Region too, in third or fourth term?

Region Leaders/ Region Training Co-

ordinators can call Wendy Macklin

(9654 7911 ext 238) to book a date.

ATTENTION !!!

Black Forest Region Members:

• Essential First Aid, Sunbury

Saturday 14 August - 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

A full day Red Cross Essential First Aid training has been scheduled for Saturday 14 August at Sunbury Guide Hall. This training is suitable for both new Leaders and qualified Leaders who wish to update their skills. Reservations will be confirmed on receipt of a training application form accompanied by a cheque or credit card reference Cost: $45 per person

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• Essential First Aid /or Update

Guide Centre Sunday 12 September 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Another First Aid training has been scheduled. It will be at Guide Centre. 20 Russell Street, Melbourne on Sunday 12 September. Training is presented by a Red Cross Trainer and satisfies module P.1.3. (page 17 Leader's Journal - Use Appropriate First Aid Skills). So, if you need this to complete Leadership Development or require an update before the end of the year, now is the time to book. Cost: $45 per person

• Leadership Development, Carrum

Saturday 4 September (9:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Another Leadership Development training has been scheduled. It's in South Metropolitan Region at Carrum Guide Hall. So if you have some prospective Leaders who need this training to progress more quickly to Leadership Qualification, bookings are open now, so send in your application forms, one per person. Bookings are open to new Leaders from any regions that have completed Guiding Awareness. Cost: $15 per person

• Camp Cooking for qualified Leaders, Donvale

Sunday 31 October (9.00 am to 3.00 pm)

Learn how to cook nutritious and flavoursome meals using a heat bead oven and sawdust cooker. Also includes making the box, starting the oven/cooker. meal preparation, fire regulations, new food handling regulations. Topped off by eating the rewards of your labour. Cost: $20 per person

Training on request It's also not too late for Regions to request training for this year, in particular. Essential First Aid for new Leaders and updates, plus Leadership Development. Call Wendy Macklin at Guide Centre 9654 7911 (ext. 238) to discuss any of your Region/District training needs.

more Training on page 10 ...

Year 2000 Millennium Bug

The information below is intended as a general guide only.

What is it? The "Millennium Bug" is another name

for the Year 2000 (Y2K) computer problem which is caused by the widespread use of two (2) digits rather than four (4) digits to represent the year, for example 03/02/68 rather than 03/02/1968. The main concern is for products such as applications. files chips and internal clocks that have the date in this format.

Computerised systems and electronic equipment that need to know a date to operate and function may interpret the 00 digits as meaning the year 1900 or just not know that it is the year 2000. This may result in malfunctions.

Many people see the Y2K problem as mainly affecting businesses. However, as there are conflicting thoughts on what will actually happen at 11.59.59 pm on 31 December 1999, it is important for district leaders and support groups to be aware of the issue. It is unlikely that the problem will have a major impact on community groups such as Guide Units.

What to do about it? Items owned or used by Guide Units

that may be affected should be checked for compliance. A list of items that may be affected include:- hall security systems, microwaves, fax machines, air conditioning or heating, external inground sprinkler systems, fire monitoring systems.

If you lease your hall, you should ensure the landlord (often the council or a church) has checked the building services for Year 2000 compliance.

• To check your own equipment: First, take an inventory of anything that may be electronically controlled with a computer date chip. Second, use that list to contact the manufacturers and/or suppliers of the equipment to find out if it is Year 2000 compliant.

If you encounter any possible problems where an item may not be Year 2000 compliant. talk to your Region Leader or contact Merial Clark, State Executive Officer. Guides Victoria on 9654 7911.

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Fast Tracking Leadership Development

Leaders working on Leadership Development - have you thought of attending the one day training for Leadership Development to learn the skills and knowledge required to speed up the process to complete that section of your training? Speak to your Guiding Partner and contact Wendy in the Training Department at Guide Centre.

Understanding the Leaders' Journal -part 1

"This Leaders' Journal confuses me. I don't understand it."

Let me help you. First of all. let's take your Journal out of its plastic wrapper. Open your Journal to page 7. This gives you a guide to the levels of the Australian Adult Leadership Program (AALP). As you can see there are four levels: Guiding Awareness. Leadership Development. Leadership Qualification and Further Development,

Guiding Awareness is just a basic introduction to Guiding. It covers where Guiding came from. what we are about and how we do it.

Leadership Development is the beginning of the journey to develop leadership skills. This is just as the name implies. It is at this stage that the new Leader makes her commitment to the Promise. Notice I call it a journey to develop Leadership skills. We never stop developing our skills. If you remember back to when you became a Leader you learned the basic skills of Leadership and how to run a Unit. and you have been getting better ever since You wouldn't expect a new Leader to be at your standard after a short period of time. As long as she is developing her skills. is able

to run a Unit meeting. is getting to know the girls etc., she can complete the competencies.

"Everyone talks about competencies these days. What does competency mean?"

Competency means you "can do" the task. For example, you learn the skills to run a game. When you can apply those skills to run any game you are competent at running games. Next month I will continue with Leadership Qualification, That is the third level of the AALP.

Lena Topp STATE TRAINING ADVISER

STATE CONFERENCE Let's Step Forward

9 October 1999

Winter is just half over . doesn't that make you realise how quickly the time flies by! Have you sent your application form in for our State Conference yet? If not please do so soon. It is going to be a great day with fantastic speakers, stimulating discussion topics and time to catch up with friends.

Applications close 20 August and as numbers will be limited please send yours now and avoid disappointment.

An application form is on the following page of Communicating

Lyn Urquhart STATE CONFERENCE CONVENOR

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LET'S STEP FORWARD

AND ATTEND THE

1999 STATE CONFERENCE

followed by the ANNUAL MEETING

SATURDAY 9 OCTOBER

At

Cato Conference Centre, Hotel Y, 489 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne

(between Franklin & Therry Streets) Melways reference 2B, C12

This is your conference and an opportunity for out delegates, members. leaders. Trefoil Guild, Support Groups and friends of guiding to be part of decision-making which will

influence the future of Guiding.

APPLICATION FORM Please complete one form for each person attending the Conference, but more than one can be included in each envelope.

REGION:

OTHER POSITION:

NAME:

ADDRESS:

PHONE NUMBER: (H) (B)

Are you an elected delegate?: YES/NO (circle) Total Cost Conference & Dinner $44 Conference only (incl. Morning tea and lunch) $16 Dinner only $28

Any special dietary requirements:

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 20 AUGUST 1999

Make cheques payable to Guides Victoria and send with self-addressed envelope to: Mrs Lyn Urquhart. 8 Morey Road Beaumaris 3193. Any enquiries please call Lyn on tel: 9589 0213. As numbers are limited applications will be accepted in order of receipt. with payment.

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TARGET 2000 BULLETIN BOARD

Congratulations to: Wooray I Region for opening Tarwin Lower District. Outer Eastern Region for opening Bayswater RGU (14-18) Mornington Peninsula Region for opening Frankston Gumnut Guides (5-8) Maroondah Region for opening Ringwood Mechanics Guides

FRIENDMAKER BADGES The Friendmaker Badge is wonderful way for the girls to introduce a friend to Guiding and at the same time increase your unit numbers. During 1998, 295 Friendmaker Badges were earnt. and so far this year 177. Congratulations to the following units for earning Friendmaker Badges:

1st Maryborough Brownies

4 5th Melton Brownies

2 Daylesford Multi-age Guides

1

11th Ballarat Guides

2 6th Wangaratta Guides

6 1st Wangaratta Gumnut Guides

6

2nd Sunbury Pack

1 Belmont Junior Guides

1 3rd Newborough Junior Guides

3

Boolarra Koala Guides

5 1st Tanjil Valley Junior Guides

14

2nd Neerim Brownies

9 Cranbourne Dolphin Guides

3

Cranbourne Wattle Guides

1 Cranbourbe Fairy Guides

2

Mt Waverley Gumnut Guides

2 3rd Burwood Brownies

1 Binda Kolora Guides (Hobsons Bay)

1

6th Kew (St.Hilary's)

5 1st Maffra Guides

4 Tongala Guides

1 Tongala Gumnut Guides

1

2nd Vermont Brownie Guides

2 3rd Box Hill

1 1st Keilor Downs

1 3rd St Albans Brownies

1 2nd Wantirna Heights Brownies

1

2nd Wantirna Heights Brownies

1 2nd Ferntree Gully Brownie Guides

4

1st Wantirna Heights Gumnuts

2 Ferntree Gully Gateway Guides

2

The Basin Birra Li Guides

3 1st Werribee Brownies Guides

1

Werribee Adventure Guides

3 1st Foster Guides

1 1st Clifton Hill

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GUIDE BISCUITS

THANK YOU to all the Districts that participated in May's biscuit bake. especially the girls and parents. Please make sure your District applies for the biscuit badges for the girls. (Remember they have to sell at least 20 packets of biscuits in the year.) We should be delivering the next lot of biscuits in late August and early September. Below is a recipe to tempt your tastebuds!

BASIC BISCUIT CRUMB SHELL 185 g crushed Guide biscuits 75g melted butter 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1 tablespoon sugar

Combine all ingredients and press into buttered 20 cm (8") springform cake tin. Chill in fridge.

Sheila Standcombe STATE BISCUIT CO-ORDINATOR

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IT'S ON AGAIN! SURFING

Have you ever wanted to try surfing? Perhaps you have tried it before and had a fantastic time. Here's your opportunity to ride the waves at Anglesea and 'Hang Ten".

WHO: Guides aged 10+. Ranger Guides, Rangers, Leaders. Friends, etc. WHEN: Saturday 6th OR Sunday rh November 1999 WHERE: Anglesea COST: $20.00 (Cheques to be made out to Emmerton Rangers)

Included in the cost is a two hour surfing lesson with "Go Ride A Wave" surfing school. Qualified instructors, surfboards and wetsuits are provided for the lesson which will be specifically aimed at beginners. On receipt of your application you will be allocated a lesson time.

Please send a list of each participants name, age, title (eg Guide Leader etc.) and membership number (if applicable) with the total amount, and a stamped, self-addressed envelope by Friday 17 September 1999 (End of Term 3). Late applications may not be accepted as we need to book exact numbers with the surfing school.

During the rest of the day, learn to body surf, play in the sand, swim, or take a visit to Surfworld at Torquay (cost not included). For those who would like to spend the weekend, there are caravan parks and Guide and Scout Camps nearby.

The day is a fundraiser for the Guide Murray River Marathon Team. We have entered this race for five consecutive years, and we are becoming well known as Guides on the river.

Look forward to seeing you on the waves!

SURFING!

Name of Unit

Contact Name

Phone No

Enclosed is a cheque for people at $20.00 each to attend the surfing lesson at Anglesea on

Saturday 6th November OR Sunday 7th November (please circle)

Total amount $ .00

POST TO: SURFING! do Julia Morphet 2A Nicholls Road ORMOND 3204

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THE STATE PROGRAM TEAM REPORTS Last month saw a new look Communicating and we hope that you found that it was useful having the Program items all together. We also provided the syllabus for two new badges which the girls can choose to work on - the Whacky Patch and Action Guide. Hopefully. the girls in your Unit have seen these and have made their own decision about whether or not they are interested in them. We would like some feedback on these initiatives and ask that you write to us with your comments and the comments from your girls about the new badges and Laura's Page.

State Program Team Guides Victoria 20 Russell Street Melbourne Vic. 3000

Janeanne Lee STATE PROGRAM ADVISER

"TREASURES IN THE GARDENS" REPORT

The weather was perfect! For the first time this year it didn't rain when there was an event for 5-8 year old Guides. There were only a small number of Guides at "Treasures in the Gardens" this time. but it was a delightful, interesting day and everyone went home tired and happy after discovering all kinds of treasures at Guide Centre and in the Treasury and Fitzroy Gardens.

THE BOOK OF PRAYERS FOR THE YOUNGEST GUIDES

The Book of Prayers for the Youngest Guides — a few more contributions, whether written or as drawings, are needed to make this book really worthwhile. The only

"boundaries" are that they must be original. and created by the Guides or especially for them. as this book is for Australian Guides aged 5-8.

THE GREAT DAY

The program workshop day ("The Great Day") for all Leaders who have Guides aged from 5-8 in their Units. which is the follow up to The Great Weekend held in May, is to be on Saturday 6 November at Guide Centre. As requested by a number of Leaders who participated in The Great Weekend the workshops will be longer. This time each will be for three hours so that a great deal more may be explored, accomplished and produced. During the morning, from 9:30 — 12:30. there will be two workshops going at the same time and in the afternoon, from 1:30 — 4:30, there will be two more running concurrently. The cost for each workshop will be $10 and Leaders may choose a morning or an afternoon session, or both.

The application form and more information about the subject areas of the workshops will be in Communicating next month. Applications will need to be into the Guide Centre by 22 October.

Any Leaders will be very welcome too!

Margaret Callister STATE 5-8 GUIDE ADVISER

ACTION GUIDE! Any Guides who regularly participate

in a range of activities and keep a record of these may wear the badge on the right side of their uniform.

I hope that you have all shown the syllabus for the badges from last month's issue to your girls. The girls in my Unit were most enthusiastic about the Whacky Patch and each Patrol Leader has begun to organise the Patrol to work through four of the clauses. They thought that they were a lot of fun. I hope that your girls have had fun deciding if they want to do it as well.

supporting these girls. Keep up the good work!

WINTER SLEEPOUT

As I write this I have no idea how Winter Sleepout has gone. So, I am going to assume we had a great time. Thank you all for coming and supporting Citymission. I hope you all had a wonderful time.

GLEE

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

The next GLEE will be held in Otway Region at Timboon in October on Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th October. The cost will be $60 and we ask that the girls apply on the standard application form which was in the February issue of Communicating. Please send the money and a stamped, self-addressed envelope to:

GLEE Program Department Guide Centre 20 Russell Street Melbourne 3000

We ask that the application forms be sent by 10 September. No late applications will be accepted as we do need to know numbers for catering. Again we need Leaders to assist and if there any who are interested please write to Guide Centre expressing your interest.

Janeanne Lee STATE 7-11 GUIDE ADVISER

Here we are into the last half of the year and like me you are probably wondering where the year has gone! Please keep your enthusiasm high, your fun level high and your stress levels low. As I travel the State it always heartens me to meet such dedicated and enthusiastic girls and I hope you all remember that means there are fabulous Leaders

Over the next few months I will be travelling the State running Leadership days for various Regions. It is wonderful that there are so many girls focussing on the Leadership component of the Australian Guide Program. Don't forget there is no reason that you cannot run a Leadership day for your own girls. If I can be of assistance in your planning don't hesitate to contact me.

BEYOND IMAGINING

Beyond Imagining is quickly drawing near. All girls should have been contacted by their Queensland representative. A final costing for airfare. contingent fee. t-shirt and activity day has come in at $465. Each participant will be notified late August of the dates for three contingent meeting days to be held around the State during September and October.

Liz Richardson STATE 10-15 GUIDE ADVISER

more from the State Team Program overleaf...

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YOUTH FORUM As you will already know, VegFest '99 had to be cancelled due to lack of participants. I look forward to meeting many new Leaders and Guides at our special Youth Forum on Saturday 4tr1 September, 1999 at Guide Centre from 1pm-5pm. I would love to catch up with all the new Leaders that have come into Guiding this year — come along and share your thoughts with us. This is your opportunity to have your say and be listened to — to discuss the future events for Guides aged 14-18 and be brought up-to-date on program and training issues.

Toni Peters STATE 14-18 GUIDE ADVISER

MARB In Your Dreams (Rover Fancy Dress Ball) was held Saturday 24 July. Watch 18-30 AM for the report.

OLAVE BADEN-POWELL AWARD

OBP Awards Co-ordinator is Julia Morphet and can be contacted on 9578 1484. Call Julia. if you have any questions, would like a copy of the syllabus or need to arrange your interview.

ANN RYLAH RANGER UNIT

Unit meetings are on Thursdays with a 5:30 for 6.00 pm start at Guide Centre. If you are interested, please contact Ellen on 9417 4317 or Claire on 9571 7376.

CAMP THERE

Camp There will be held from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 August. This annual camp will be held at Iluka again and will be more exciting than ever before. It will be a combination of both a relaxing weekend away and an action packed camp with

heaps of exciting things to do. Cost is $45 and cheques are to be made payable to Guides Victoria. Apply on a standard OP1 with a stamped. self-addressed envelope to 26 Rosemount Avenue. Caulfield 3161. Attention: Rebecca. Any queries please contact Rebecca on 9532 8681.

18-30AM

This is the magazine you need if you are aged 18-30. a Leader, member of a Ranger Unit or a Leader of 14-18 Guides 18-30 AM is where you will find everything and more ... calendar. reports, photos, program ideas, resources. destinations, international opportunities. A yearly subscription is $15 which entitles you to receive 6 issues. Cheques should be made payable to 18-30 Magazine Guides Victoria, and send to PO Box 401 Heidelberg 3084. Fax: 9455 3854 or email: 18-30AM@mailcity.com

ROVER LIAISON

Did you know that Jo Jephcott and Kylie Butterworth are Olave Program Liaisons who attend Branch Rover State meetings and report back to 18-30 State Committee meetings? We are building the bridge of communication and friendship again.

SCUBA DIVING

Scuba Diving Weekend is on Saturday 16 —Sunday 17 October. Olave Program has organised this weekend for 14-30 year olds. If you are interested in this. please contact Rebecca Oliver on tel: 9532 8681. More details will be in September Communicating and 18-30 AM.

CONFERENCE

18-30 Conference will be held at Tapestry as Olave Program has such an interest in this site. The conference will be held on Saturday 11 September. The following 18-

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30 State Committee positions will be re-elected: Vice Chairman; Secretary: Events Co-ordinator. Start thinking now if you, or you someone know, could fill these positions. Job descriptions are in the June issue of 18-30 AM. Forward your nominations to Karen Chatto, Secretary. at 1102 Norman Street, Wendouree 3355. Nominations are accepted until the morning of the conference. One vote per member with the opportunity to vote by phone if unable to attend in person. Further details in September Communicating and 18-30 AM. The new Olave Program uniform is to be worn — adult shirt with navy pants or skirt, with either Rae Ganin shirt or blue shirt and red scarf with blue trim. Badges can be worn on the badge tab or on the blue shirt (badges can continue to be worn on the shirt). Blue shirts are now available at the Guide Shop.

FOCUS ON WEEKEND

24-26 September Brittania Park, Yarra Junction

Leaders and Guides are welcome to join us at Britannia Park if you would like to find out more about the Focus Certificates. There is the opportunity to participate in three workshops over the weekend with a general workshop on Sunday.

Workshops include: service, leadership. outdoor adventure. arts, social awareness, world Guiding, science and technology. Gold Endeavour Challenge.

RANGER DINNER

Cost is $50 and includes indoor accommodation and meals. Apply on the standard Camp/Activity Application Form and include a note on which three workshops you are interested in. Forward with cheque payment (made out to Guides Victoria) to Guides Centre by 31 August. Enquiries to Toni Peters on 9560 6919.

Ranger Dinner at the Banks Rowing Club on the Yarra on Saturday 2 October will start at 6.30 pm and continue through to midnight. It will cost $30 and you are welcome to wear your uniform.

POST BOX

Claire Baker OLAVE PROGRAM CHAIRMAN

Girls from overseas are waiting to be linked with a penfriend from Australia and girls in other states of Australia seeking Victorian pen pals. Can you help?

GO CLUB 15 Aug Yarra Valley Winery Tour

Lunch can be booked or BYO Ring Barbara Grove tel: 5786 5698

8 Sept Cranbourne Botanic Gardens BYO lunch. mystery a.noon tea

Ring Eileen Gunther te1:9546 6049

Get linked with a penfriend overseas (if you are over 9 years of age) or you can be linked with a writing mate in another state. Just send your name. address. date of birth, phone number, Unit name and a stamped, self-addressed envelope to me and I will find a link for you!

Mrs Margaret McNeill 10 Sturt Street, Shepparton 3630 STATE POST BOX SECRETARY

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RAGE OUT 99 State Outdoor Conference to be held at Rowallan. Riddles Creek from 20-22 August 1999. Invitations have been sent to Region Outdoor Teams and Program Liaisons. If you have not received your invitation please contact your Region Outdoor Co-ordinator or Julie Armstrong on tel 9579 2178.

STREET ORIENTEERING Date Start Location Locality Mel Ref 6 Oct Heatherdale Station Car Park Mitcham 49 D 6

Heatherdale Rd 13 Oct Car Park. Nth Blackburn Shopping Blackburn Nth 48 A 7

Centre, Springfield Rd 20 Oct Car Park, Brentford Sq Forest Hill 62 G 2 27 Oct Denise Pike's residence Boronia 65 C 8

9 Ronald Cres

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Julie Armstrong STATE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ADVISER

QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY AWARD

CONGRATULATIONS! Isabel Burnell who was awarded the OAM in the recent Queen's Birthday

SOUTH METRO SHOWTIME Come along and join our cast and crew of over 150 Guides, Scouts. Venturers and Rovers of the South Metro Region who have just about mastered their roles in their journey through the Adventures of Little Red Riding Hood. Adventures such as traipsing across the plains of Africa, getting through the chaos of airports and escaping the clutches of Frankenstein and more will delight. Alexander Theatre Monash University Wellington Road Clayton BOOK NOW SHOWTIME HOTLINE 9789 3542 3 Sept Opening Night 4 Sept

Rover Night 5 Sept

3pm matinee 8 Sept

7:30 pm show 9 Sept

7:30 pm show and Scout Night

10 Sept

8pm show 11 Sept

2:30pm matinee and 8pm final night

T 11111) 11)ULT GATHERING

Sat 18 to Sun 19 September, 3.00 pm

Here is your opportunity to join other Leaders of Guides aged 14-18 and other interested adults at Minda Killara. Riddells Creek.

• put your feet up • have a chat • share your thoughts

express your opinions on the way Guiding is progressing within your Unit

Accommodation will be indoors and all meals are included. Cost is $35. Send your cheque made payable to Guides Victoria to: Jill Cornish 11 Spruce Drive Rowville 3178

For further enquiries tel: Jill on 9752 7192 Applications close on 20 August 1999 (see July Communicating for application form).

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RADIO ACTIVITIES

August already. By this time next term it will almost be JOTA/JOTI weekend. It is no good leaving it until the last minute to think about it. As I said in last month's Communicating, you should have already approached your operator because he or she has lots of ideas to assist everyone with the enjoyment and extension this activity can have. There are also lots of activities you can do other than just taking on the radio or the Internet. How about, in this Year of the Older Person, inviting an older person to tell your Unit about how they kept in touch in the early days (you may even like to invite them to join you on JOTA/JOTI weekend). Other ideas include a -deaf'. ''blind" or "mute" meeting (or part of a meeting for the younger Guides) and see how you can communicate during welcoming ceremony. games and all other parts of your meeting.

Also, you may work out ways to communicate over long distance without yelling, within sight (introduction to semaphore?). and out of sight using Morse code or two-way radio. Tracking is a form of communication if you think about it.

When you are talking to your radio operator ask them about the different methods they can use such as packet and slow scan. I am hoping to be able to contact some other amateurs from the Zoo on August 7rn at the Winter Sleepout. If you see me there you are welcome to share the contacts with me. If you want more information please don't hesitate to call me on 5527 1314 Fax 5527 2105 or email joys@ansonic.com.au or by post to P.O. Box 91, Heywood 3304.

Joy Saville STATE RADIO ACTIVITIES CO-ORDINATOR

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING

Have you considered Scottish Country Dancing? It is a healthy and intelligent form of exercise and meets the criteria for the Dancer Badge.

Fully certified teachers of Scottish Country Dance are willing to teach you at your venue on request. Classes are available

• Monday to Friday in most areas. Call June on 9515 7201 or Myrna on 9543 5429 for further information.

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ODYSSEY 2001 2nd Australian Youth Gathering

Who: 14-30 year olds and Leaders Where: Britannia Park. Yarra Junction When: 4-13 January 2001 Cost: from $450 (extra for more expensive expeditions)

MOBILE SHOP Bookings for August are:-

7 Citymission Winter Sleepout at the Zoo 14 Baw Baw Region Conference 21 Outdoor Activities Conference 27 Mt Waverley Annual District Meeting 28 Region Conference at Benalla 29 Outer Eastern Region Camp

It is not that long to go to the time when the Mobile Shop takes to the road with our Christmas Stock. If you would like a visit between mid October and the end of November please get an application form in as soon as possible please.

Bernice Gilbert MOBILE SHOP CO-ORDINATOR

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A NEW TRAINING.

A one day training for Qualified Leaders who would like to extend their basic camp cooking experience.

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Refer to 1999 Training information Package pages 29 & 30. 9.00 am - 10.00 am Part A

10.00 am - 3.00 pm Part B

At: Donvale When: Sunday 31 October Cost: $20.00 Time: 9.00am to 3.00 pm

This training will teach you: * How to construct use a Heat Bead Oven &

a Sawdust Cooker. * To cook nutritious & flavoursome meals. Also includes: * Information about fire regulations. • New food handling regulations.

If you enjoyed "Recipe for Success" training, you will NOW be keen to take the next step -

'INGREDIENTS FOR ALL"

A one day training is for experienced Leaders who have completed Leadership Qualification in AALP. At the completion of this course you will have

covered the elements of T4.

This is an opportunity to review your strengths and skills, and share

your experiences with other Leaders.

RANGER DINNER

76 Years of Rangering in Victoria

2 October 1999 6:30pm finishing at midnight

All current 14-30 year old members. Leaders and past members of Rangering are invited

to our Dinner Reunion at the Banks Rowing Club on the Yarra.

Pre Dinner Nibbles. sit down spit roast with dessert and drinks with entertainment provided

All for $30

Uniform welcome to be worn

RSVP by 20 September 1999

To book tickets forward a cheque made payable to Guides Victoria" and a stamped. 4 self -addressed business sized envelope with the slip below to PO Box 552, Rosanna

Victoria 3084.

For further information please contact: Heather Hyatt 9457 1599

Ellen Smith 9417 4317

Tickets @ $30 Cheque attached for $ Made Payable to "Guides Victoria"

Stamped. self-addressed envelope attached to have tickets forwarded.

If you require specialized parking for the evening please circle YES NO

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Ruth Rae CHAIRMAN ILUKA COMMITTEE

PROPERTIES

ILUKA BY THE SEA —

a great escape to tranquility

Red Hill Road. Shoreham

Thanks to the work done by past Chairperson Anne Watt and Warden Beryl Cameron, Iluka is now proudly displaying the C.A V. accreditation logo on the entrance to the property.

Two members of the committee received Guiding awards at the Region Dinner on 14 June. Betty Speedie received the Boronia Award and Gwen Birch who was the Iluka Committee Treasurer for six years was awarded the Banksia. Anne Watt has been honoured by the Rotary Club with a Paul Harris Fellow Award.

The well-decorated committee have a very down-to-earth approach in the maintenance of Iluka The property and buildings are in good order and recently the storage of canoes has been upgraded for easier handling.

The committee are planning a Scots night to celebrate St Andrews Day on November 30 Mark the date in your diary Full details will be advertised through Communicating

CAMPSITE VACANCIES

Here's a great opportunity to have a family gathering in idyllic surroundings.

Many people comment that our properties are of a high standard compared to other campsites they have visited, so please secure your booking date early. Please be aware that our properties are sometimes being hired by outside mixed groups.

BRITANNIA PARK YARRA JUNCTION Now accredited! The abseiling tree is up and so are the platforms for camping which are proving very popular. Cooking equipment is available for platform campers.

ILUKA SHOREHAM is looking great! The lake is providing endless hours of fun.

TAPESTRY STRATHEWAN A great place for Guide Units to camp or for a family weekend away.

CARNEGIE DONVALE This campsite has a comfortable cottage available for hire (accommodates 7 with an availability to bring 3 lilos) Great for country people to stay for a city weekend. Twenty minutes from the city.

Book before October and Save!!!

* Planning an indoor camp? * Thinking of a family retreat or district getaway? Make and confirm your booking before 1 October 1999 and secure your accommodation at the current rates. Charges for using the camp sites have been increased to cover rising costs and to continue to maintain the properties at a high standard. Increased charges will only affect bookings made after 1 October 1999. Please note that new indoor accommodation booking deposits will also rise from this date.

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CAMPSITE VACANCY DATES from September 1999

(these are weekend and school holiday dates only)

Britannia Park: Brownie Cottage Sept SCHOOL HOLS 19-24. 26-30 Oct SCHOOL HOLS 1-3, 29 Nov 12-14. 19-21 Dec 1-29 Jan 4-28

Guide House Sept 3-5, 10-12, SCHOOL HOLS 17-19 Oct No vacancies Nov No vacancies Dec Vacant 1-30 Jan 4-28

Broadhurst Sept SCHOOL HOLS 19-24. 27-30 Oct SCHOOL HOLS 1-3 Nov 19-21, 26-28 Dec 20-31 Jan 3-28

Thankyou Chalet Sept 3-5, 10-12. SCHOOL HOLS 17. 29-30 Oct SCHOOL HOLS 1-3, Nov 12, No vacancies Dec Vacant Jan 1-28

Iluka: Aulua Sept No vacancies Oct SCHOOL HOLS 2-3. 22-24, 29 Nov 19-21. 26-28 Dec 1-2. 6-27 Jan 8-27

Warrawong Sept SCHOOL HOLS 26-30 Oct 8-10. 29 Nov 5-7. 12-14, 19-21

Dec 1-27 Jan 4-27

Carnegie: Cottage Sept 1-10. 13-23. 27-30 Oct 19-21, 25-31 Nov Vacant Dec Vacant Jan Vacant

Tapestry: House Sept 3-5,10-12 SCHOOL HOLS 20-24, 27-30

NOTABENE In last month's edition we inadvertently listed Tapestry property as being at St Andrews. It is actually located at Strathewan. Our apologies for a inconvenience this may have caused.

CANCELLATIONS When cancellations do occur and the site is not rebooked all deposits are forfeited. If the site is rebooked you will receive 90% refund.

Oct 4-8 11-31 Nov 1-19, 22-30 Dec 1-4, 10-28 Jan 3-31

Please check on dates regularly as vacancies do come up. Highlighted indicates one night availability.

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WHAT'S IN THE SHOP ?

New receipt books

These receipt books have the logo

on them and are in duplicate and

numbered. They can be used for

receipting donations or general unit

receipts $4.50

SPECIALS

Short Sleeve Rugby Tops (current stock only) Adults were $36.95

now only $31 95 Childs were $34 95

now only $29.95

Craft Kits — contains assorted porn-poms pipe-cleaners and eyes $1 00

Dice & Counter sets — contains 1 dice and 24 counters (6 x 4 colours) $2.75

NEW books to develop positive life skills and self-concepts Each book contains over 45 reproducible activities!

Caring (Cr. 4-8) $23.95 Sharing (Gr. 4-8) $26.95 Feelings (Gr. 3-8) $26 95 Appreciating (Gr. 2-8) $23.95 Co-operating (Gr 3-8) $23.95 Communicating (Gr. 3-8)$23.95

Self-Esteem, Concepts for Activities, Discussions and Insights (Gr. 3) $27.95 Risk It! (for young people. 190 pages of small challenges Gr. 5-8) $43.50

FLEECY RUGBY TOPS Did you know that you can have fleecy rugby tops made to order in any colour combination you like? There are 19 great colours to choose from — Navy. Black, Ink. Gold, Royal. Bottle. Brown. Emerald. Light Grey. White. Dark Grey. Maroon. Sky Blue, Purple Jade. Hot Pink Khaki and Powder Blue

Order one today !!! Child $41.95 Adult $43.95

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20 Russell Street Melbourne Tel: 9654 7911 Fax: 9650 2436

OPEN: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 10 AM — 4 PM

WHERE IS THE SHOP ?

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