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April 2007 W e l c o m e Issue 8
August 2008
A VIBRANT, PROUD, GROWING AND HEALTHY COMMUNITY OFFERING
LIFESTYLE CHOICES
Melton Shire Council 232 High Street Melton 3337
PO Box 21, Melton Victoria, 3337
Telephone: 9747 7200 www.melton.vic.gov.au
Come along to the
A new Diggers Rest Information Forum has been established for all local groups, clubsand organisations. The forum provides an opportunity for all local Diggers Rest groups, clubs andorganisations to come together every second month to share information, learn aboutwhat others have planned for 2008, seek support with functions and activities and tostrengthen your community.
If you would like to attend please contact Paula Camilleri on 9740 0817
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The next meeting is going to be held on Tuesday 19 August 2008 at the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre, Plumpton Road Diggers Rest
Commencing at 7.00pm
In this edition I have included a picture of the up-grade to the new entry at the Diggers RestFamily Services Centre. The centre has a new fence, a covered area for bikes and prams anda Community Notice Board.
In the 6 November 2007 Edition of the Diggers Rest Community Newsletter, a survey wasincluded to give residents an opportunity to initiate a name change of the Diggers Rest FamilyServices Centre that is more reflective and inclusive of all the services and activities operatingfrom the centre. Results of the survey showed that residents were happy with the currentname. The Centre’s name is going to remain as the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre andnew signage will be erected which will include all the services / programs currently operatingfrom the centre.
The Diggers Rest Information Forums have been very well attended and I would like to thankall local groups, clubs, associations and organisations for attending. Sixteen representativesattended the June Forum. Groups shared information and Howard Scott from the Melton ShireCouncil gave an up-date of the Recreation Reserve.
If you have information that you would like to include in the next edition of the newsletter,please forward your information to me (Paula) by 19 September 2008. You can email yourinformation to [email protected] or post your information to Paula Camilleri,Community Development Unit, Melton Shire Council, PO Box 21, Melton 3337 or you couldcome to the centre to see me on Monday, Tuesdays or Fridays between 9.00am and 3.00pm.I am available on 9740 0817. I look forward to hearing from you.
Diggers Rest Family Services Centre Diggers Rest Rec. Reserve, Plumpton Road Diggers Rest Phone 9740 0817
COUNCIL NEWS
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Mayoral Welcome
As Mayor of Melton Shire Council I am available to discuss any concerns orissues you may have relating to the Shire or Council business. Please feel free to contact my Personal Assistant, Barbara McKenzie on9747 7337 during business hours if you would like to arrange a time to speakwith me. Happy Reading. Cr Bruce Rowan, Melton Shire Mayor
COUNCIL NEWS FOR DIGGERS REST by Watts Ward Cr Renata Cugliari Hello and welcome to this edition of the Diggers Rest Community Newsletter.
Melton Shire Council has considered its 2008/09 budget and has agreed to maintain rates at the projected CPI level of 4.4 percent.
A number of projects in and around Diggers Rest have been listed in the 2008/2009 budgets including the rehabilitation of Plumpton Road south of Diggers Rest-Coimadai Road, bridge rehabilitation at Holden Road and the construction of a ‘staggered T’ intersection at the Holden and Plumpton Road intersection. Three street lighting improvements will also be carried out on Diggers Rest-Coimadai Road.
I was pleased to see many residents attend the recent Diggers Rest Family Fair at the Stan PayneReserve. I would like to congratulate Council’s Tourism and Events team for organising this fabulousevent and thanks to everyone who attended who helped make the day such a wonderful success.
I would like to congratulate Diggers Rest Primary School which was the top school in the Shire onNational Walk Safely to School Day. On the day, 88 percent of the school’s students participated in theprogram. Well done to everyone involved.
Remember to stay safe on our roads, especially around our schools and kindergartens. Cr Renata Cugliari
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As you are most probably aware the Internet can be a fantastic form of communication especially in the areas of education and communities. We now invite you to take a look at your very own community web page links. DiggersRest.net (www.diggersrest.net). Please feel FREE to use this site to advertise your club, group, organisation, association or locally based business . . . Don’t Be Shy, Give It a Try
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1St Diggers Rest Scout Group would like to thank the Melton Shire Council for approving our recent application for a Community Strengthening Grant.
These funds have enabled our group to purchase much needed equipment to expand our existing program. This ensures that we can continue to provide a safe, yet exciting, educational program to our youth members.
Our cubs and scouts can now enjoy luxurious 2 star camping opportunities with a 70 litre esky, 3 burner camp stove, 9kg gas bottle and 3 trangias (portable camping cookware).
We would encourage other community groups to apply for similar funding as it becomes available.The application
process is not difficult but it is rigorous. Groups need to ensure that their application addresses the criteria and that quotes are current and accurate. This is where Council staff can assist with the development of your application.
So particular thanks goes to Anastasia and Paula who provided us with valuable support and advice during the application process. A big thank you to our treasurer, Julie Bootle, for putting our submission together.
1st Diggers Rest Scout Group Cubs meet on Tuesday evenings and Scouts on Thursday evenings. Contact Secretary Lynette Stanyer 0412 870 702 for details.
Diggers Rest Scout Group Successful Application for
Community Strenghthening Grant
1st Diggers Rest Scout Group members at the Diggers Rest Family Fair
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Saturday Active is a program where fun and fitness are the main aims. Arange of activities will be run to get people with disabilities, aged 15 yearsplus, more active and to improve overall health and well being.
Like spending time with friends? Want some physical activity? Enjoy having a fun time?
Then Saturday Active is just what you’re looking for Date: Every Saturday from 19 July 2008 - 13 September 2008 Time: 2.00 - 3.30pm Cost: $5.00 per week Venue: Caroline Springs Leisure Centre 9 - 19 The Parade, Caroline Springs
For more details telephone 9747 7332
An Access for All Abilities Program
COMMUNITY EVENTS
The hugely successful Huff ‘n’ Puff in the Park is on again this school holidays and will have school age children running, jumping, throwing, skipping and climbing their way through a fun-filled morning of free activities in Melton.
This FREE event will be held on Thursday 2 October 2008 from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Hannah Watts Park (Melways 337 D9). Parents must register children for this event by Monday 29 September 2008.
The morning will involve children participating in a number of fitness and healthy food stations and every child who attends will receive a FREE ‘Healthy Show Bag’. Parents will also be invited to attend a ‘Healthy Eating for the Whole Family’ information session or a gentle exercise class. REGISTRATIONS FORMS ARE AVAILABLE FROM:
Caroline Springs Civic Centre / Library 193 Caroline Springs Boulevard Caroline Springs
Diggers Rest Family Services Centre Diggers Rest Rec. Reserve, Plumpton Road Diggers Rest
Melton Civic Centre 232 High Street Melton
Parkwood Green Community Centre Community Hub Hillside Or by contacting Council on 9747 7200
As childhood inactivity and obesity are major issues in our society and are priorities for manyorganisations, we have also gained support and will have involvement in this event from: Djerriwarrh Health Physical and Sport Focused Services Go For Your Life Melton Waves Best Start Walking School Bus This event is a partnership between Melton Shire Leisure Services and Best Start that developed fromrecommendations made in the Active Lifestyle Strategy.
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COUNCIL PROGRAMS
Melton Shire Council Youth Services Unit runs senior and junior youth programs in Diggers Rest. The programs are based at the Diggers Rest Community Hall on Mondays commencing at4.30pm. Activities include indoor sports, play station games, arts, crafts and outings. A light snackis provided for drop in activities. For enquires please contact Sam at Youth Services on 9971 1345 or 0400 221 439
Did you know that Melton Shire Youth Services offers young people, parents and community members in the Melton Shire an after hours support service? 6801 operates every Friday and Saturday night from 6:00pm - 12:30am. Young people can access information and support on a range of issues by contacting Youth Outreach Workers. Are you a young person experiencing difficulties in any area of your life? Are you looking forinformation about local Service Providers? Are you feeling unsafe whilst out and about in theDiggers Rest Community on the weekends?
If you are, give us a call on 9743 6801
Do you know a young person who is thinking of leaving home? You maybe their parent, sibling, teacher or friend and be concerned about them. Ifso, Melton Shire Council’s Reconnect program can help.
Reconnect offers support to young people between the ages of 12 to 18 who are homeless or atrisk of leaving home and live, work or go to school in the Shire of Melton. Melton Reconnect canoffer support to young people and their families to develop stronger relationships and put themin contact with services relevant to their needs. For further information please call 9747 7200 and ask to speak to a Reconnect worker.
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The Shire of Melton offers a free home library serviceto eligible residents who are unable to visit the librarydue to ill health, frailty or disability.
Library staff select material according to your interestand volunteers then deliver the items to your home ona regular basis. A staff member from the Caroline Springs Library willbe holding a talk on the Home Library Service at theDiggers Rest Family Services Centre, PlumptonRoad, Diggers Rest on Tuesday 2 September 2008from 10.30 - 11.30am. Morning tea will be provided.
If you have an hour or two spare eachmonth and enjoy reading and meetingpeople, this is the opportunity for you. For more information, please contactthe Caroline Springs Home LibraryService on 9747 5300.
The Melton Library and InformationService is looking for volunteers todeliver library items on a regular basisto housebound residents within theShire of Melton.
Why not get active and involved in the Diggers Rest Residents Association (DRRA)
“Helping Diggers Rest To Build A Better Community”
Come and join us the first Wednesday of the month at the CFA meeting room in Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest from 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm. ALL RESIDENTS ARE WELCOME Guiding principles of the Diggers Rest Residents Association are: To provide a forum for residents (of postcode 3427) to raise issues To focus interest on these issues within the community To aim to be non-sectarian and non-party political in its dealings
For more information go to www.drra.diggersrest.net or telephone Bob Rau on 9740 0010 or mobile 0427 024 620 or email [email protected]
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Home Library Service
Melton Shire Council has initiated a project to develop a web facility to provide information aboutvolunteering, donating and recycling opportunities within the shire. Workshops have been held forcommunity groups to learn more about the opportunities of this facility and to learn how to increase theirvolunteering and donations. If you would like to learn more about this project and how your organisationcan get involved, please contact Kate Lawrence, Community Development Resource Officer, onWednesdays 9747 7200 or email [email protected]
Power Point available in Diggers Rest
The Recharge Scheme is a Metro Access initiative in partnership with local businesses. Recharge is about supporting people in our community who may require an accessible power point to recharge their scooter while they are out and about. It is also about encouraging local businesses to provide a power point so that people who use a scooter can recharge their battery if required.
Even if the power point offer never gets used, it’s more about giving people confidence to get to the shops and back, knowing that they have support to recharge their battery if the need arose. The support of local businesses is crucial to the program’s success. Through the Melton Shire Council Metro Access Project Officer, people who use scooters have had the opportunity to provide feedback about the most suitable businesses to locate recharge points in. Diggers Rest Family Services Centre now has a recharge point and is available on Monday, Tuesday and Friday between 9.00am - 3.00pm. Residents are asked to call Paula on 9740 0817 prior to attending to ensure that the centre is open on the day required.
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Diggers Rest Directions Incorporated The D.R.D Inc has been formed at a t time we believe, where our suburbis at the threshold of significant development. We invite all residents andratepayers of the postcode 3427 who are willing to come along to our Inaugural Public Meeting Date Tuesday 12 August 2008 Place Burra’s Football Club Hall Plumpton Road Diggers Rest Time 7.30pm The D.R.D.I has as its objectives, to foster harmonious relationships workingwith local government and regulatory bodies. To advance key issues for thebetterment and benefit of the wider Diggers Rest Community.
Our hope is that as a resident of our suburb, you might join with us to have your say and to generallytake an interest to help shape our future by coming along to our regular monthly meetings wheneveryou may choose to. Please contact the Interim Chairman Charles Watson on 9740 1230 or write to POBox 14 Diggers Rest 3427 for further information.
Diggers Rest Directions
‘A Creative Community
Conserving Our History and Considering Our Future’
PROGRAMS
Come along and enjoy! Imagination Magic Sessions are designed to promote the Performing Arts and Early Literacy in babies, toddlers and
pre-school children and their parents.
Sessions are free and run for approximately 40 to 45 minutes.
Diggers Rest Session Dates and Activities: Monday 4 August 2008 and 13 October 2008 is guest artist ‘Matteo’ the storyteller Monday 1 September is ‘Sparkle’ from Color Me Music
All sessions are held at Diggers Rest Community Hall commencing at 9.15am. Other sessions are also held in other areas throughout Melton. Parents need to book via Customer Service on 9747 7200.
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Diggers Rest Play Group The Diggers Rest Playgroup are currently welcoming new members to join their flourishing, social andrelaxed playgroup. The playgroups activities include art and craft, music, free play, educationalactivities, outings and cooking.
We would also like to thank the Melton Shire Council - Diggers Rest Community Programs for theirlovely donation of mini play-gym equipment for our playgroup.
Time Thursday 9.00 - 11.00am Venue Diggers Rest Primary School - Room 4 Contact Tracy on 9740 0516 or mobile 0400 386 344
Diggers Rest Mothers Network Diggers Rest Mothers Network Group meet on Monday Mornings 10.00am - 12.00pm. We offer a relaxed, friendly, enjoyable environment where mothers are supported on issues they wishto discuss. Regular guest speakers are invited on a monthly basis from various Organisations, which is beneficialto all involved, and we have a fantastic social calendar for the year. Contact Leanne on 9740 1864 orKimberley on 0419 740 719.
Callisthenics involves working as a team, learning several routines set to music and performing them. Children develop a high level of fitness and muscle tone as well as motor co-ordination, grace and poise.
We are a ‘Competition Club’ and all our girls enjoy the fun, excitement and team spirit of this competitive sport. If you, or a daughter aged 3 years or over, are looking for that perfect team sport, why not consider trying Callisthenics? It really is fun and fitness for all ages as CVI has members from 3 years to 63 years.
Classes for Sub Juniors (7 - 9 years) are held every Wednesday at the Diggers Rest Community Hall 5.30pm - 7.00pm.All other classes are held at the Goonawarra Primary School.
Other Sections are Tinies (3 - 6 years), Juniors (9 -12 years), Intermediates (12 - 16 years) and Seniors (16 years and over). For Further Details Contact: Sandra Cook on 9744 4976 or Marion Phillips on 9744 2952
Diggers Rest Public Computer Access Program The Melton Shire Council Free Computer Program for the Diggers Rest Community offers:
Broadband connection, Improved communication between Council and residents, Free service administered through a booking system, Computer training classes, Local computer / internet access service, Community volunteer assistance, Opportunity to become a volunteer to assist with program.
Time Mondays and Fridays from 9.30am - 12.00pm (booking required) Location Diggers Rest Family Services Centre
Plumpton Road Diggers Rest Bookings Paula Camilleri on 9740 0817 or email [email protected]
Diggers Rest Garden Group Are you interested in gardening or just love plants? The Diggers Rest Residents Association together with the Diggers Rest Bowling Club have jointly organised this new group in Diggers Rest. Join the group to share gardening ideas, tips and information. Call Jean Rau for further information on 9740 0010. Time 2.00pm - 3.30pm first Sunday each month Venue Diggers Rest Bowling Club
Calder Highway Diggers Rest (Melways Ref 352 C6)
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Yoga - Facilitated by Robyn Beaucaire Robyn has been fortunate to study Integral yoga with the Sarasvati Yoga Society. Swami Sarasvati brought yoga to Australia in the 1960’s.
Hatha yoga is an integrated system that combines gentle yoga postures, conscious breathing techniques and relaxation connecting you to a feeling of inner wellbeing with improved health and energy in your life. The First Three Sessions Are Free Where Diggers Rest Kindergarten
Plumpton Road Diggers Rest When Fridays 1.00 - 2.15pm Cost $8.00 per session or $40.00 for 8 weeks If you are interested in yoga and would like to enrol in a class at Diggers Rest, please contact Paula on 9740 0817.
Scrapbooking: Learn the skill of preserving one of your most treasured possessions in a beautiful and creative way! Learn how to crop, matt, journal and a whole lot more. Card Making: Discover designs and techniques in order to make your own ‘hand made’ greeting cards. Date: Tuesday 7 October 2008 between 11.00am - 2.00pm Cost: $15.00 per workshop. All materials supplied.
Bookings for this class close on 23 September 2008 - minimum number of 5 participants required for this class to commence. Come along to this relaxed and friendly workshop.
Table Tennis Practice Group in Diggers Rest We are looking at starting a table tennis practice group in Diggers Rest. Table tennis is an exciting Olympic Sport where technique, mental strength and power are used. The idea behind having a practice group is to get like-minded individuals together to have a bit of fun and improve our skills. We hope to start entering competitions once we are established. It doesn’t matter if you have little table tennis experience, or plenty of it, we would like you to join our group. If you would like to play table tennis in Diggers Rest or have enquiries, please contact the Recreation Development Officer at Council on 9747 7200.
Morning Tea Come along, meet other residents and enjoy a delicious morning tea at the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre, Plumpton Road Diggers Rest, on Tuesday mornings between 10.00am - 11.00am. The morning tea is free! All Welcome. If you would like to attend please contact Paula on 9740 0817.
Scrapbooking & Christmas Card Making Workshops
Expression of Interest - Expression of interest are being sought for the following programs - If youwould like to see the following programs start up in Diggers Rest please express your interest to Paula on9740 0817.
Seniors Movie and Lunch Would you like to meet with other seniors in your local area to watch a movie and enjoy a lunch? Would you like to meet on a monthly or weekly basis? Do you have any ideas about a suitable venue? What would be the best time for you to socialise and meet new friends?
Exercise Program in Diggers Rest Would you like to be involved in an exercise program based in Diggers Rest? There are many different types of programs available, for example weight resistant, stretching,cardiovascular, gentle exercise or a combination of all these.
Music Concert Would you like to help and be involved in organising a Diggers Rest Community Music Concert?
I am looking for Diggers Rest Residents or Groups that may be interested in being involved in organising a Diggers Rest Community Music Festival latter this year or early next year.
I am seeking for any local talent wether it be through playing a musical instument or singing to perform on the day.
Diggers Rest Information Forum If you are interested or know of someone that may be come along to the next Diggers Rest InformationForum on the 19 August 2008.
Dads Playgroup Would you like to see a dad’s playgroup start up in Diggers Rest? Support and guidance on how to start up a dad’s playgroup for pre school children with their dads isavailable for anyone interested in a father’s only playgroup.
African Drumming Would you like to find your creative beat and rhythm by joining a locally based African DrummingProgram? Would you like a program for adults or children?
African Batic Art A local resident would like hear from other residents interested in becoming involved in a Batik (colourdying and waxing art work) Classes in Diggers Rest. You can paint your own t-shirts or simply produce a masterpiece of your own
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FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICES
Maternal and Child Health Services.
Family Services in Caroline SpringsFamily Services Duty Workers are available at the Caroline Springs Library / Civic Centre and offer information, referrals, counselling assessments and support to those who live, work or study in Melton.
We provide: Welfare casework and advocacy Assistance in dealing with larger organisations such as utility companies or Centrelink Information and referral to other organisations Liaison with other Council Services
The service is run on Wednesdays from 9.30am to 3.30 pm
To make an appointment telephone 9747 7200 and inform the Customer Service Officer that you would like your appointment to be at the Caroline Springs Office.
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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PROGRAMS
DIGGERS REST BURRAS WALKING GROUP Diggers Rest Burras Walking Group are looking for people interested in walking around Diggers Rest. The group would meet at Diggers Rest Burras Sports Club, on the Recreation Reserve in Diggers Rest. Time Thursday and Sundays 7.00pm Contact Arnel Davis or Vicki Mea on 0401 664 568
The Diggers Rest Maternal and Child Health Service operates on Wednesdays each week. The service sees families with children aged between 0 - 6 years and is a free service. Appointments are made via the appointment secretary by phoning 9747 7287.
PETANQUE - NEW OUTDOORS ACTIVITY AT DIGGERS REST Have fun with PETANQUE (like Bocce) At the Diggers Rest Bowling Club (Melway 352 C6) Suited to both men and women, all equipment will be provided, the bar and other facilities of theBowling Club will be available. Contact: Alec Newing at [email protected] or 9307 5247 (not morning hours please)
