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A big thank you goes to Australia’s award winning country cabaret

band the Howie brothers and special guest international country entertainer Wayne Horsburgh for a great interactive show. With the busy schedule of Wayne and the Howie brothers touring Australia, Sandy the War Horse Memorial Committee was very pleased to be put into their booking list.

The Tallangatta Memorial Hall was a buzz, with over 100 guests enjoying the show. The crowd was entertained with yodeling, storytelling, jokes and well- known favourite toe tapping songs. The night was a joyful and interactive time for everyone.

The talents, interest and financial support from Wayne and the Howie brothers created a great partnership, for a wonderful night of music, while raising much needed funds to support the Sandy the War Horse Memorial Project.

Sing a long for Sandy

We thank everyone for attending and all the sponsors for donating their time and goods.

AWT ShedsCiccones IGA, TallangattaCavanaghs Butchery, TallangattaGregg Harkin PlumbingHome Inspirations, Wodonga Howie brothersHub Cottage Craft Nichol HairdressingParkside produce, Wodonga Wade Smith PlumbingWayne Horsburgh Wyeeboo HerefordsWith Ticket sales, Raffle, Merchandise

and direct donations the committee are thrilled to have raised a profit of over $1,400 on the night. Well done to all involved.

Sandy the War Horse Memorial Committee have also been very busy behind the scenes following up many

leads to raise the profile and funds for the project. Here are a few updates.

A proposal has been submitted to council in relation to the Towong Shire 2019/20 budget, seeking that financial assistance be allocated towards the Sandy memorial project.

Various media outlets have shown strong interest in the progress of the Sandy project. With committee members recently interviewed by Macca in the Morning (ABC Radio Sunday Morning) and WIN NEWS. Reporter Alex Riddell visited Tallangatta and constructed a wonderful promotional story, which went to air at the 6pm timeslot.

Carmila Parkin (photographer) has been working with committee members to establish visual concepts of the life size bronze memorial in locations.

A request has been sent to local business houses/clubs asking for letters of support to show evidence of community interest

towards the project. The committee will include these letters in submissions for financial funding with the project going forward.

After many long running conversations between Sandy the War Horse Memorial Committee and the Barmah Forest Cattleman’s Association the committee was very pleased to recently receive a generous donation of $1,800 from them. Donations such as this are heartwarming and show just how much this memorial project means, not only to Tallangatta but reaching far and wide.

The committee members are constantly thrilled with the outpouring of interest and financial support towards this community project. It has brought ordinary people together to achieve extraordinary things. With everyone’s help, we can achieve our goal and establish a memorial in Tallangatta, for “Sandy the War Horse” our local legend.

Above and Right: The crowd enjoying a great night of entertainment

Above: The crowd enjoying a great night of entertainment Above left and Right: The committee members hard at work

Karen Ried

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Carmyl Winkler and others (Hymn service)

TallangattaSunday 21st July 9:30am

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Tallangatta Sunday 28th July 10:30am

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4 week break until next edition

Mambo Solution From Last Edition:Mambo is on page 4 in

the Lest We Forget photo at the bottom right hand corner

Dear EditorOver four years ago Towong Shire

Council removed a perfectly good and useable noticeboard from Towong Street in Tallangatta. This was a noticeboard that was funded under a grant to the community of Tallangatta.

The noticeboard was damaged beyond repair by Towong Shire Council and left to rot in their yard.

Despite all sorts of promises made over the past two years that a replacement community noticeboard would be reinstated, nothing has happened.

Towong Shire Council fails dismally again when it comes to serving the

Letter to Editorcommunity and fails its own stated “Vision, Mission and Values” wish-list on its website which states - “Pride - We will always take care in what we do”, and “To provide leadership and service to the Towong Shire community that adds value and enhances social, economic and environmental wellbeing now and in the future.”, as well as, “We will be a World Class small Council and Towong Shire will be the ideal place to live.”

Maybe Tallangatta doesn’t want a community noticeboard? Towong Shire Council don’t seem to think it’s needed.

Glenn Wilson

1) “I think I’m gonna be sad, I think it’s today…” These are the

opening lyrics to which 1965 hit? 2) How many bones are there in a

shark’s body?3) How much is the purchase price of Old Kent Road in the London version of Monopoly?4) What is the capital of South

Korea?5) What is fifteen percent of two

thousand?6) What is the name of the

seventh book in the ‘Harry Potter’ series?

7) In which children’s book did a spider called Charlotte and a pig

called Wilbur appear?8) What is a ‘falchion’?

Quiz Answers: 1) Ticket to Ride – Beatles 2) None (A shark’s skeleton is

made up entirely of cartilage) 3) £60 4) Seoul 5) 300

6) Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince7) Charlotte’s Web – E.B. White

8) A type of sword

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Multicultural Tastes Of Tallangatta Chinese Cooking Class And Cultural

Presentation With Jenny FengWhen: Wednesday 24 July Time: 9.00am - 11.00am Cooking Class 11.00am – 12.00noon Tasting and Cultural Presentation Cost: $25/person for the Cooking class, tasting and cultural presentation $5/person for the tasting and cultural presentation Registration: By 18 July please phone Towong Shire Council on (02) 6071 5100

Macrame Workshop Plant Hangers When: Saturday 27 July Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm Where: Tallangatta Library and Community Centre Cost: $150/person. All materials supplied Registration: Please call Deb Burt 0418482269. If you would like to make something else at the workshop, please ask Deb.

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Program 14 August, St Kilda Short Film Festival 21 August 1.00pm and 23 August 7.00pm, Tech Expo 29 August

Saturday, June 29 Rev Mitch Porter priested at Cathedral

in WangarattaSunday, June 30 – Eucharist – 10.30am Combine with Yack Parish at Tallangatta First Eucharist in Parish with Rev. Mitch

Sunday, July 7 Morning Prayer – 10.30amSunday, July 14 – Eucharist

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With our hall bursting at the seams and new girls continually joining

our group, it was with much excitement that our four newest members made their Guide Promise recently. That excitement is shared by everyone present - the girls making their Promise, their Guiding sisters who are always so proud to present their friends for the ceremony, and the girls families in attendance, one girl being lucky enough to share the occasion with her 94 year old great-grandmother.

Sydney, Sophie, Maia and Marley proudly recited their Promise and

Promise x4

received their sashes, badges and badge books. They are all very keen to start earning badges. Where will they start? – will it be Pets? Tents? Feet? Outdoors? The options are endless and provide the girls with many learning experiences and opportunities to challenge themselves. I can’t wait to see their development as they progress through the badges.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of the girls “Guiding Lights” accompanied by singing of This Little Guiding Light of Mine, an apt reminder to share our Guiding experiences and make the most of every opportunity it presents us with.

Congratulations Sydney, Sophie, Maia and Marley.

Demolition of the existing buildings at the Corryong Recreation

Reserve have been largely completed ahead of construction of the $2.5 million Upper Murray Events Centre.

Within the next few weeks work will begin on site preparation, followed by the construction of foundations for the new building.

Mayor, Cr David Wortmann said that there are often delays in working with old buildings like the old change rooms, but at this stage it’s all happening on schedule.”

“We are really pleased with progress so far. We want to thank the football clubs and community groups for working closely with us to minimise disruption.”

The Centre will host Federals Football Netball Club and Corryong Football Netball Club. It will also provide a valuable

Works underway at Upper Murray Events Centre

venue for the local Neighbourhood Centre, Historic Machinery Club, Draft Club, Men's Shed, Agricultural Pastoral Society, Lions Club and Rotary Club, as well as provide an important addition to the annual Man from Snowy River Festival, held in April each year.

The development has been in planning since 2016, with $600,000 in contributions from Council and $300,000 in community funds and in-kind support. Council has secured $800,000 in funding from the Andrew’s Labour Government, and a further $800,000 in Federal funds to support the project.

Collaboration with Recreation Reserve user groups continues, with Council working closely with members to fine tune the design which will be finalised in coming weeks.

The Murray–Darling Basin Authority, Goulburn-Murray Water and North East Catchment Management Authority

are holding an information session and invite the Mitta Mitta Valley community and interested stakeholders to attend.

The information session will discuss the operation of Dartmouth Reservoir and potential flows along the Mitta Mitta River during the months ahead. The riparian river

restoration program will also be covered.

A light lunch will be provided at the conclusion of the meeting.

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There are valuable materials (and also some hazardous ones) in your old phones, computers and household electrical items. Recycling these items through dedicated e-waste facilities means the valuable bits can be reused and the bad stuff is kept out of harm’s way.

What is E-Waste?E-waste includes anything with a plug,

battery or power cord. Items like:Phones, refrigerators, laptops and •

Changes to E-Waste Disposalpower tools, electric toys and video games.Fluorescent lamps, LED lights, •batteries, household appliances and IT equipment.Audio equipment and remote •controls, watches, hair dryers and electronic coffee machines.

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Maree PetersAbove: Sydney, Maia, Marley, Sophie


Tallangatta & District Seniors’ Club News

Rotary RoundaboutGraeme Aldrich

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on Friday the 19th July at 12-30 . Also our next meeting on the Tuesday the 6th August at 1-45 pm. The cold weather by

then, we hope, will be on the way out and we can look at activities for the spring . Our AGM will be close also in September or early October. In the meantime our Card group and Scrabble group will be still getting together and you are always welcome to either of these activities.

Take Care & Keep Warm.

Elaine Hempel

Bethanga has been abuzz with road construction machinery as

the Fixing Country Roads project nears completion.

The project is delivering intersection upgrades that have improved safety and traffic flow; kerb and channel works and additional culverts to improve drainage; the sealing of gravel streets; and the formalisation of parking areas.

Mayor, Cr David Wortmann said the project has improved connectivity within Bethanga and improved pedestrian safety, traffic movement and parking around the primary school.

“The Bethanga community is delighted

Then and now, new intersections in Bethanga

with the results. The school is particularly thrilled with the upgraded drop off zone, with both parents and children talking about how much safer they now feel.”

The project is very close to completion with some construction work to be finalised, followed by line marking and signage installation. Once the project is completed, works will begin on the Eskdale Fixing Country Roads project.

This one of three projects delivered by Towong Shire Council with funding from the Andrew’s Labour Government’s Fixing Country Roads projects. Projects in Eskdale and Corryong are due for completion by the end of the year.

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Recent EventsBereavement

A funeral service celebrating the life of the late Betty Fraser was conducted in our Church on Monday, June 24. We extend our sincere sympathy and prayers to Alan and the extended Fraser family.

Catering Our catering team provided lunch in

on Thursday, June 20, for a group from Parmalat attending a function in the Parish Hall.

Other HappeningsCommunity Markets

Are on a break for a couple of months in the cold weather – watch this space.

Clerical Commission As previously reported, Rev. Mitch

Porter, who has been working as a Deacon in Corryong and Tallangatta Parishes for the last few months, will be admitted to the priesthood at the Cathedral in Wangaratta, on Saturday, June 29. He will conduct his first Eucharist in Tallangatta at 10.30am on Sunday, June 30 – see below.

Change to Church Times Due to changes and greater flexibility

in clergy availability, among other factors, we have decided to alter the start time for Sunday services for a trial period of three months during July, August

Changeover Dinner After another busy year “at the helm”

outgoing President, Gary Matheson handed over the reins of office to incoming President, David Larkman, at the Club’s annual Changeover Dinner held at the Tallangatta Bowing Club on Saturday, June 22. A full report of the event and our activities for the last 12 months is included in this issue.

Coming UpWood Raffle

See the lucky winner in the Changeover Dinner report in this issue.

Ian Murphy Debating This year’s competition is under way

after a slow start with six Rotary Clubs in the District taking part. A team from Tallangatta Secondary College will do battle with Albury High School as part of our normal meeting on July 29.

and September. All services will begin at 10.30am with the first Sunday of the month being Morning Prayer, and the Eucharist celebrated at the rest of the services for the month. Come and join with us.

Fifth Sunday Service Our next fifth Sunday service will be in

Tallangatta on Sunday, June 30, conducted by newly priested Rev. Mitch Porter, when we welcome Yackandandah Parish to join with us. This will be followed by lunch together in the Parish Hall – Sunday roast and dessert. Please bring a dessert if you can. A donation bowl will be available to help cover other costs.

70th Anniversary Celebration

Our caterers will provide Afternoon Tea for the family and invited guests of Bob and Joyce Giltrap as they celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary on Sunday, July 7. Congratulations to Bob and Joyce on the achievement of such an impressive milestone.

Rotary Inter School Debating

A Team from Tallangatta Secondary College will do battle with opponents from Albury High School in the Parish Hall on Monday, July 29, with dinner provided by our catering team.

Judy Cochrane, Secretary

The cold weather is letting us know that we are now in winter! At least

we have had some rain augmented by heavy dews so the ground is wetter and can be weeded and dug more easily.

Winter is the time to plant bare rooted fruit trees and berries and also roses. Rhubarb crowns are now available. They need to be planted in a soil rich in compost and fed regularly. Asparagus can be planted now and broad beans sown. Divide your clumps of chives.

Horticultural SocietyDon’t forget that parsley makes a good edging plant as well as being used in the kitchen.

Here is a tip if you have a passion fruit vine. Bury a lamb’s liver under its root run. Make an incision at right angles to the root run and slip the liver into this and back fill. The iron and organic fix will do wonders for the plant. Just make sure that the dog isn’t watching while you do this!

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Bill WhithamI’m Pushem Off, Pilem Up, Peter.

Spending most of my days in a “Mack”Exempt from the law’, with ten on the

floorAll coppers can view is a track.

I’m “Pushem Off, Pilem Up, Peter”They tell me I’m pretty to see

Other drivers won’t goad, I’m king of the road

There’s no slowing down for me.

I lay in wait for old pensionersWhile they dawdle along on some track

Till their mirror are covered with “Bulldog”

And they sense that they ain’t coming back.

They then feel the power of my bumperBeing a waste of licence and reg

While they’re screaming, their hair’s going whiter

As I pushem right over the edge.

The cab’s my abode, I’m ruling the roadWith a good ten yards to the litre

No trouble as such, I love doubling the clutch

Because I’m Pushem Off, Pilem Up, Peter.

I want to live with y truck, forever.Could be I’m a dill or a boffin

It’s a mystery to I, the day that I dieHey they’ll get that old “Mack” in my

coffin

“Pushem Off, Pilem Up, Peter”

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Local families are celebrating today after learning that their child care

centre will receive ongoing government funding to ensure the service can keep its doors open.

Bellbridge Early Years Learning Centre will receive a grant from the Federal Government’s Community Child Care Fund (CCCF). The CCCF provides grants to reduce barriers to accessing child care, particularly in disadvantaged, regional and remote communities.

The centre is currently run by Towong Shire Council who stepped in to keep the centre open when previous provider

Bellbridge child care funding confirmedAlbury Wodonga Community College (AWCC) withdrew services. AWCC announced in November 2018 that changes to funding meant that several of their small centres were financially unsustainable and would close prior to Christmas.

Special Circumstances Community Child Care Funding was provided to Council to ensure the service could operate for the short term but many parents were hesitant to send their children to the centre without a guarantee of ongoing funding.

Mayor David Wortmann said the funding announcement is great news for the

At this year’s Changeover Dinner, held at Tallangatta Bowling Club

on Saturday, June 22, outgoing President, Gary Matheson, passed on the Club’s

Rotary Changeover 2019

Above: President Gary delivers his annual report

With over $10,000 raised in the first seven days of their crowdfunding

campaign and now at $13,850, Rachael and Alex are sure that The Rustic Bus is well on its way to becoming a reality. “The donors have come from everywhere including people that know and trust us to deliver on our vision to provide unique holidays for visitors and vulnerable families in North East Victoria. Those that have supported this project so far are looking forward to the holidays they have pre-booked with us as part of the campaign. This endorsement has been really encouraging and we are very grateful to all of these early supporters.”

Rachael and Alex recently hosted a successful Rustic Bus Gathering at the Nicola Teek building in Tallangatta where guests enjoyed a free meal, short films and a Q & A session on the details of The Rustic Bus concept and the crowdfunding

process. Questions raised included: Who drives the bus? What locations can it be parked at? Could the bus be used for accommodation at a wedding or a party? How are you going to identify and work with vulnerable families to offer them free holidays?

Their answers included: The bus will be driven to a location that the guest nominates, parked and set up ready for their arrival. These locations will include reserves along the Upper Murray, Mitta Mitta and Kiewa rivers, camping areas in the Alpine National Park, Lake Hume reserves and other strategic locations in North East Victoria. Guests can also choose to use the bus for a private function or event.

They demonstrated that they understood the importance of confidentiality when dealing with families in vulnerable situations which is why they want to

Your next Long Weekenddevelop relationships with local care organisations when offering families in need free holidays. Their initial conversations with these organisations indicated that they would be prepared to consider this in more detail once the bus is converted and available to stay in.

There were some great ideas raised about how else The Rustic Bus could be used including: “Could we hire it as a group so that we have access to a toilet, kitchen and bathroom whilst we are camping or what if we wanted to kayak down a river, could you carry these on the roof?” The answer of course was yes and they were very open to any other ideas that people want to bring to them once the bus is on the road.

With a little over two weeks to go until the end of the crowd funding campaign the focus continues to be on getting the word out to people looking for a

unique adventure in 2020 whilst also working hard to attract further business sponsorship. To date they have attracted financial support from WAW Credit Union and Tourism Holdings Limited. As this is an all or nothing campaign, they have until the 30th June to reach the target amount of $20,000 or they get nothing.

A big thanks to Tallangatta Rotary Club for their generous support.

To find out more information and book an exciting holiday for up to six people go to www.startsomegood.com/therusticbus click on support this project and take a look at the great rewards that they offer in return for your pledge.

families in the area who depend on these services being available close to home.

“Child care is such a critical service for us because it means young families are able to live and work locally. Our small rural communities don’t tend to have access to private providers like families do in metro and regional centres so government support is critical if we’re going to attract and keep young families in the area.”

“These centres feed into our small local primary schools so they play a really important part in small community sustainability,” he said.

Charter and chain of office to incoming President, David Larkman. Guests at the dinner included Towong Shire Mayor, David Wortmann, and Assistant District Governor, Marg Crisp, along with

partners of members and other guests.

The Annual Report for the year 2018-19 was formally presented by outgoing President Gary and included the following.

“Another great year – success in the running of the club is due to the great support from members and non-members who give up their time to help when we have a function.’’

Reading through his report you find mention of Catering (at a large number of functions), Wood Raffles, Tallangatta Expo, Australia Day Breakfast and Awards, Nug Nug Motorcycle Rally, Classic Machinery Rally, Norm Crago Scholarship (Tallangatta Secondary College), Ron Wild Above: New President David announces his team for the year

Scholarship (Charles Sturt University), a student attending the National Youth Science Forum, support for the Shelterbox program and participation in the town’s Christmas Carols in the Park.

In reports from other Club officers there is mention of the Cattle Project, support to Tallangatta Primary School’s early year excursion and Eskdale Primary School Fete, support for drought relief, Inter School Debating, Melbourne Cup Calcutta, Bowelscan, Tallangatta Community Theatre, Sandy the Warhorse, Hayrunners, RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) – and so the list continues.

As part of this busy last 12 months the Club welcomed new members Craig Gouge and Karen Bell and saw the move to a retirement facility in the ‘’Big Smoke’’ of long time member, Murray Clarke.

It has been a busy year and it has also been a very satisfying one. Well done and thank you outgoing President Gary and all the best for a good year to incoming President David.

Graeme Aldrich


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Since this project began there have been many changes in the

international flavours of the multi-cultural gatherings and this month we move right across the Pacific to the vast country of Brasil. (this is the Portuguese spelling – in English it is Brazil).You might be surprised to learn that it is even larger than Australia with a population of 220 million. Its capital is Brasilia but its largest city, Sao Paulo, has a metropolitan population of 21 million. Imagine almost the entire Australian population in one city. If you are travelling by car, don’t be impatient. There are seven million other cars on the road in Sao Paulo together with thousands of motorbikes and no one has a quick trip.

The main language spoken is Portuguese and two thirds of the people are Catholics.

This fifth largest country in the world has great natural resources like bauxite, iron ore, gold, uranium and, of course, timber in abundance.

Remarkably, Brazil is bordered by ten South American countries – only Chile and Equador are exceptions.

Our presenter, Jefferson Conde, was born in Fortaleza – a city of nine million. His mother is a physiotherapist, his father is a Maths teacher, his brother is an architect and his sister works in the Immigration Department.

When he was three he began kindergarten and then spent five years at primary school. Secondary school was divided into eight sections with good results in the final year allowing you to undertake a further three years at senior level. Jefferson graduated with a bachelor’s degree in production engineering after a five year course, while he worked for a construction company and he also studied

This Month’s Multi-Cultural Day - Brazil

graphic design which resulted in his next job lasting four years.

He then became interested in Australia and the opportunities it offered and he arrived here in September 2016. After living in Melbourne for two years he moved to Wodonga for six months and then he moved to Albury. For three days each week he studies Stage 3 English at Wodonga TAFE. His Brazilian wife, Monique, works at the Towong Shire Council.

His favourite Brazilian food is lasagne and Feijoada, black bean stew served with rice. In Australia he prefers chicken parmagiana and chips with a drink of mango juice or Coca Cola. However, Brazil is a country with a great variety of nationalities and this results in a huge number of food choices.

If you would like to polish up your Portuguese you could try:

Oi - helloBom dia - good morning Tchau - good bye Obrigado - thank youDelicious dishes consumed on our

Brazilian day include Brazilian Cous-cous, complete with onions, pumpkin and mushrooms, a dessert of tapioca

Right: Jefferson with a rapt audience

Above: The appreciative diners!

Above: The proud cook!

Don Winkler

Designer and dressmaker Jenni Forrest spoke at

the Tallangatta Neighbourhood House about her love for antique lace starting from when she was 13. Jenni shared with us a collection of photos and a selection of her dresses while discussing her journey designing and making wedding dresses out of vintage and antique lace. Jenni has sent her dresses to brides all over the globe. In addition, Jenni displayed a sample of her beautiful lace collection including Edwardian, the Civil War era and lace dating back to the 1700’s.

Heirloom Wedding Dresses and Antique Lace Presentation With Jenni Forrest

‘pancakes’ topped with cheese, condensed milk and coconut and an after-dinner treat of Brazilian Brigaderios, basically boiled condensed milk with a cocoa flavouring.

Come and join us on our next Multi-Cultural day n Wednesday, 24th. July – a Chinese Day with Helen Feng and her mother, Jenny.

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In Adelaide during April earlier this year, the Master Swimming

Championships took place. Heather Morgan, the former coach of Tallangatta Swimming Club, participated in them this year and achieved some amazing things, coming home with ten gold medals and some broken records. The Master Swimming Championships is a five day swimming competition for adults of any age, it consists of four days of pool events and then on the last day an open water swim.

Heather began swimming when she was young, around seven years old, her interest started after her parents had her

Heather Morgan Swimming Champion

start going to swimming lessons and soon after she was entering in competitions. In general, she trains on average three

times a week, in Tallangatta and in Albury. In Albury she trains with a group of adult swimmers who keep each other motivated; each session consist of three kilometre swims. This helps Heather stay healthy and fit while also preparing for her competitions.

This year at the Master Swimming Championships, Heather entered in all the Freestyle events; 50 metre, 100 metre, 200 metre, 400 metre and 800 metre, 50 metre, 100 metre and 200 metre Breaststroke, 50 metre Butterfly and the 1.5 kilometre open water swim.

She also participated in three relays where they came third in one. Not only did she come first place in all events and achieve ten gold medals, she also broke five national records for the 400 metre and 800 metre freestyle, 50 metre, 100 metre and 200 metre breaststroke. She also broke three New South Wales records as well, for the 50 metre, 100 metre and 200 metre freestyle.

To Heather the Master Swimming Championships is about “setting your own goals” and achieving “your own personal goals in Master Swimming”. And that “you don’t

have to be the fastest, it doesn’t matter, it’s the friendship too.” That Master Swimming is a great way to meet new people and stay connected with friends you don’t see as often anymore.

There are always Master Swimming Competitions going on but the next competition is in Sydney next year in April, it is a short course competition which is when a 25 metre pool is used. Heather encourages people to swim and to give Master Swimming a go because it’s a great thing to do.

Heather would like to thank her training partners for keeping her motivated and we would like to also congratulate her on these amazing achievements.

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Hoppers Happenings

MidgetsAn awesome effort by all the girls in

today’s game. They did everything that was asked of them; contested every ball and made some great leads. Keep it up girls. Awards: - Kayli, Milanni, Jade and Jemma.

13 & UnderTallangatta 21 Wodonga Saints 36

Well done team. A tough game after a few last minute changes. We had a few play out of position but you fought hard and held your heads high. Your attitude and support to each other was awesome. Each of you should be very proud.

Awards: - Tallangatta Takeaway - Holly, Coaches – Erin, Hot Hot Hot – Mackenzie, Tallangatta Farm Services – Jess, Hot Hands – Hayley.

15 & UnderTallangatta 10 Wodonga Saints 84

A tough game today against a very polished and experienced side. We had some moments of play when everything worked. We have a few things to work on to become more consistent.

Awards: - Claire, Mia and Genevieve. 18 & Under

Tallangatta 26 Wodonga Saints 67A small shuffle of positions this week.

There were some good passages of play and still a few things to work on. Keep working hard and playing as a team. The

Round 9NETBALL

Tallangatta vs Wodonga Saints

Round 10Midgets

A fantastic team effort today. Great defensive pressure, strong leads and continual encouragement of each other.

Awards: - Liv, Stevie and Pyper13 & Under

Tallangatta 12 Mitta 21The girls combined as an awesome

unit to give one of the top teams a real challenge. It was such an exciting game to watch. Keep it up girls!

Awards: - Lily McKimmie and Holly McLean.

15 & UnderTallangatta 19 Mitta 42Building on from what

the girls had worked on at training this week were some really well executed front drives towards the ball. Although the score didn’t

Tallangatta vs Mitta

reflect their efforts the girls really put the pressure on Mitta in the last two quarters to make up for the lack of intensity in the first half. Best on this week went to Meredith Butler, Bridie McCarty, Gen Middleton and Jess Vardy for their respective efforts down both ends of the court. Bring on Beechworth!

18 & UnderTallangatta 51 Mitta 37

Great game girls – a full 4 quarters. Good intercepts and accuracy on our shooting. A good team effort. Well done!

Awards: - Beth Hildred, Gemma McCarty and Celina Star.

C GradeTallangatta 28 Mitta 38

The team started off well to be only 1 goal down at the half time break. Mitta pulled away in the second half and we were not able to maintain our momentum and go with them. This loss was unfortunate as we were just outside the 5 on percentage.

Awards: Grace Middleton, Laura Brain and Sara Fairley.

B GradeTallangatta 36 Mitta 31

Great game this week girls, it was a great win. We had to fend off a very competitive Mitta outfit. This week saw many changes to our side as players were away or required in A Grade. We had a few players playing in different positions and it paid off. I love the tenacity and determination to give everything for four quarters. Our defenders did an amazing job at rebounding and picking off the sneaky intercept. The mid court and shooters worked hard and created space to bring the ball down with patience. There were some patches of play that didn't show our best, however we came away with the win. Looking forward to this week against Beechworth.

Best on: Allie Harding, Brittany Brain and Renee Salmon.

rewards will come if you work hard. Awards: - Charlotte, Kasey and

Gemma. C Grade

Tallangatta 51 Wodonga Saints 33Awards: Grace Middleton, Issy Norman

and Celine Baker.B Grade

Tallangatta 31 Wodonga Saints 32 Awards: - Renee Salmon, Brittany

Brain and Emily Kimball.A Grade

Tallangatta 49 Wodonga Saints 35A really important win to A Grade,

knocking off a side in the top 5. In a game that could have gone either way, the girls really stood up when it counted to come away with the points. Liona Edwards was a very welcomed inclusion into the side, taking best on court honours, with Heidi Collins and Kath Fryer also causing many crucial turnovers in defence.

Thanks to Sharlene and Bernie for organizing a great bus trip again

to the King Valley wineries on June 9th .40 people enjoyed the day of great wine, food, music, dancing and company at Brown Brothers and Pizzini’s. I will leave you with “what happens on the trip stays on the trip”.

Under 14s: Very accurate kicking and looking for

their team mates helped the boy’s to a win. Some in the backline got to go forward and show their versatility. Great effort by Cooper Ried - he bagged 9 goals.

Best Players: Cooper Ried (Tallangatta Takeaway) Nick Paton, Jaxon Sharpe (Crackers Award) Seth Hanley (Uncle Matt’s award) Ryan Lord (Urban Graze) Isaac Norman (Canteen Award) (Whites Rural)

Sponsors Awards: (Whites Rural) Beau Nicklin, (Heinrich Bakery) Zac Harding. A big thank you to our generous Sponsors.

Goals: Cooper Ried 9, Zac Harding 3, Nick Paton 3, Jaxon Sharpe 2, 1 each to Hudson Prichard, Lucas Nusser, Will Mitchell.

Under 17s: No Game

FOOTBALLThe Happy Hopper

Round 9Tallangatta vs Wodonga Saints

Photos: Winery walkabout @ Pizzinni Winery

A GradeTallangatta 28 Mitta 31

A disappointing result going down by 3 goals to Mitta after having plenty of opportunities to win. Rach Glabbatz was strong in goals all day, Maddi Mason ran hard for the entire match, and Kath Fryer continued her strong form in GK.

Awards: - Rachel Glabbatz, Maddi Mason and Kath Fryer.

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Reserves: A good battle was had with a very determined Wodonga Saints team. Some impressive stuff by the young fellas Tommy Hooker and Austin Drummond getting in amongst it all day. With a few missing, Third’s boys Adam Ciccone and Luke McDonald stepped up to the plate. Brent DeVries and Jake Eisenhauer were dominant around the ground and the old workhorses Razor and Cleaver just kept on going at it, while ‘Plugger’ Cowie and Forelli performed in the forward line.

Best Players: B.DeVries, J.Eisenhauer, K.Mathieson, S.Fulford, T.Hooker, A.Drummond

Goals: T.Cowie 2, B.DeVries 2, W.Forelli 2, J.Lewin, S.Fulford, J.Eisenhauer.

Seniors: After 7 behinds in the 1st qtr. the guys

got going with a 57 point lead at ½ time. All players did their bit in the second half. Hope Bailey is back soon so get around him boys and wish him a speedy recovery. Welcome back to the ones BJ. Great work

Hoppers Happenings

Tournament was held on

16th of June with 46 players competing. Players came from Tallangatta valley , Mitta, Beechworth,

Yackandanda, Myrtreford, Thurgoona, Wodonga, Rutherglen, Dederang. Club thanks Tallangatta Bakery, Tallangatta Butchery, TAR, Blueys Bait and Tackle

On 15th club had first

winter social bowls event. Club had good numbers, everyone had a good day. Winners of the day were Nevis Hodgekin

Tallangatta Bowling Club Tallangatta Golf Reportand Curly. Next event 13th of July. Check notice boards for any changes. This year club is looking to run a Deb Ball for those who didn’t do it school age. If want to know more details ring/txt John Mccoy 0438584748. Also we do hire our clubhouse for meeting functions, give our President a call for details. Stu Hillas 0438 712 450.

for sponsorship for the day.Winners - Scr A grade - D Pool, Bgrade

Tim Park, Cgrade Matt Thomson.Winners - Nett A grade - C Gregg,

Bgrade Boz, Cgrade A Frasier.Rest of results on website.Monthly Medal winner sponsored by

Tallangatta Hotel - Josh Pleming 65 nett.Coming events - Club champs next 3

weeksTallangatta Shoot out 14/7

Above: The Past Players gathering at 1/2 time 15/6/19

Past players, members and supporters got together on June

15th to celebrate the 1979, 1989, 1994 and 2009 (Senior and Reserves) premiership wins. A lot of older faces and some still young returned to the club from far and wide to share stories of their big day.

Richard Fraser who played in 1979,80 Phill Wood who played in 1979,80 & 1989 and their sons played in the 2009 premiership were among the celebrators with both their sons still playing at Tallangatta. John Maddock played in the 1989,94 & 97 has 2 sons playing in the seniors as well. 3 players of the 2009 are currently playing in the Tallangatta Seniors. Brendan Attree from the 1989 premiership has a son in the Tallangatta Under 17s. Other returning players have

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Scotty and Rhett (48 possessions) and 4 goals each, Luke was super in the centre, looking forward to next week now.

Best: Scott Spencer, Luke Fraser, Rhett Thomson, Patrick O’Brien, Kaine Parsons, Jake Maddock.

Goals: Kaine Parsons 5, Scott Spencer 4, Rhett Thomson 4, Bailey McKimmie 2, 1 each to Jake Maddock, Jimmy Breen.

A wonderful day last Saturday with a lot of players and supporters

celebrating the 1979, 1989, 1994, & 2009 (Senior & Reserves) Premierships. There was a big crowd to watch both the Football & Netball. It was also Sponsors day. We hope you all had a great time. Thanks to our barman Kevin Vance who was under the pump all day you do an awesome job Kev. Thanks to anyone else who helped him out and those who cooked BBQ for the reunion and Sponsors.

Under 14s: No game.

Under 17s: After a couple of indifferent weeks the

thirds played more as a unit and finished with a good win over a very willing Mitta side, a great contest fellas. The boys are showing great signs of improvement as we get closer to the business end of the season.

Best: Mitchell McLean, Archie Vuarchoz, Luke McDonald, Ben Hewatt, Riley Brock, Jack Martyn.

Goals: Ned Quinn 8, Darcy McKimmie 3, Ryan Norman 2 & 1 each to M. McMillan, D. Wheeler, R. Saxon, M. McLean, S. Barran, B. Attree, R. Elliott, Tyler Sexton.

Reserves: Best Players: B.DeVries, J.Eisenhauer,

K.Mathieson, S.Fulford, T.Hooker, A.Drummond

Goals: T.Cowie 2, B.DeVries 2, W.Forelli 2, J.Lewin, S.Fulford, J.Eisenhauer.

Seniors: A great game that we had to win. Led

by Scott Spencer winning in the ruck,

Luke Fraser giving drive out of the centre and Tom Russell giving his best game of the year it was wonderful to watch. Joel O’Connell was hard at the ball as usual and Sam Cannon was solid and showed his maturity down back assisted by Andrew Wood. Kaine again on target. 17 year old Jake Maddock continues to amaze us and BJ is getting form back. Rhett Thomson again got heaps of possessions. A great team display in front of the past players who showed their appreciation and filed into the rooms to also sing the song.

Best: Tom Russell, Joel O’Connell, Jake Maddock, Sam Cannon, Andrew Wood, Kaine Parsons.

Goals: Kaine Parsons 5, Rhett Thomson 3, 1 each to BJ Maddock, Glen Nye, Joe Ciccone, Tyson Smith, Connor Jones.

Coming Events: Don’t forget to get your Annual Ball

tickets (need a ticket to come) coming up on July 13th @ SS & A get some friends as well, all welcome see Bernie or Sharlene. Last Man Standing tickets are available from any players if anyone would like to be in it.

Round 10Tallangatta vs Mitta

Past Players and Supporters Come Together to Celebrating

sons playing at other clubs also. A great day was had by all. Thanks to the Past

Players Committee for organizing the day.


Even in night, there is a bead of light, a glimmer in an eye, a moon.” This

was just one of the many poems chalked around Tallangatta Secondary College during our inaugural 'Writer in Residence' program from April 29th to May 3rd.

Hunter Wynn is a South African born poet based in Melbourne who has words that leave you hanging and thinking. We, Tallangatta Secondary College, were

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lucky to have Hunter join us for a whole week and run many different workshops like poetry writing, public speaking and an LGBTQI+ group.

During some of Hunter’s workshops, they introduced

us to the activity “I am not here to be entertaining”. This activity was all about opening yourself up and not being afraid of being seen. We would look everyone in the eye and tell them “I am not here to be entertaining” until we believed the words coming out of our own mouths. This was equally as scary as it was powerful and exposing because it left you open and as yourself, instead wearing the mask of someone wanting to entertain.

Hunter’s presence around the school grounds was so known and positive but also so light heartedly mysterious, poems would randomly appear written on windows, in chalk on the locker floors, on the concrete going to class, reading any of these was always a positive point of the day. They had also hidden scrolls of poetry and words of encouragement in many nooks and crannies waiting for someone to find, open and read.

Throughout Hunter’s time with us they connected with so many people. They didn’t judge us or treat us differently, they accepted us as the person we are, they made us feel welcomed and comfortable to be our self. They were so open with us, which in return made us feel like we

could be open with them. They helped open so many eyes.

Hunter would speak about how poetry is a very important thing. It’s a way you can express yourself, a way to release feelings you’ve kept inside, a way to tell someone something you haven’t been able to before. Its an outlet of creativity for people to just let the words flow from the tip of their pen instead of thinking too hard on the next word, the next sentence, the next paragraph.

We would like to thank Hunter Wynn again for taking time to come visit us and we are so grateful for the experience, the opportunities, the friendship, that they brought along with them.

Tallangatta Secondary CollegeVisit From Hunter Wynn

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Our Urgent Care room was a buzz of activity last week when the Border

Mail arrived for a photo shoot in aid of our recent and very generous donation of funds by the Benambra Lodge and the Freemasons Foundation Victoria, used to purchase a semi-automatic defibrillator. A fundraising event was held in February this year which provided some staff and board directors the opportunity to “kick up their heels” at a Scottish Ceilidh. From this, the funds raised by the Lodge were very kindly donated to Tallangatta Health Service.

Thank You to the Benambra Lodge

Above: Smiling for the Camera - Haydon Cunninghame Nurse Manager and Denise Parry Chief Executive Officer, with Freemasons Ernie Cole and Ross Smith

The semi-automatic defibrillator will be a vital piece of equipment to support higher level care before transfer to Albury Wodonga Health. It will also help keep our nurses up skilled with advanced life support by allowing them to utilise these skills. The recent arrival of the equipment provided the opportunity to publicly acknowledge this generous donation. We thank Benambra Lodge and the Freemasons Foundation and extend our sincere appreciation to them for supporting Tallangatta Health Service which in turn supports our community.

The Tallangatta Medical Centre still has stock of Influenza Vaccinations

which are available now. Free vaccines are also available to:• All children aged 6 months to five

years and under• People aged 5 years and over who have

a medical risk factor that increases their risk of complications from influenza

Influenza Vaccines are still available at Tallangatta Medical Centre

• People who have a chronic disease• All Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander people aged 15 years and over• All pregnant women anytime during

pregnancy• All adults aged 65 years and older

To make an appointment at the Tallangatta Medical Centre please

phone: 6071 5270

Have you noticed a decline in your strength, balance, or general function? Have you had a recent fall? We can help!

At Tallangatta Health Service we offer exercise groups as well as specialised Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy services for all members of the local

Exercise for Healthcommunity. Exercise groups are a fun and social way to improve your health and wellbeing as well as decrease your risk of falls and chronic disease.

Please contact us on 6071 5200 if you would like any further information, or to book an appointment for an assessment.

The Tallangatta and Surrounds Family Violence Committee recently ran a successful café conversation event to raise awareness on Family Violence and what resources and support for the community are available. It is planned for more of these events to be held during the year. The committee welcomes more members from the community. If you would like to know more or be involved, please phone Cathy Wallace on 02 6071 5200.

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The Heart of the MatterSt. Michael's Primary School

At St. Michael’s, we teach with heart. Our identity statement

speaks to this beautifully, inspiring us all to greatness.

The St. Michael’s Catholic Primary School Community follows the Josephite

tradition of being a learning and supportive environment that challenges the landscapes of our hearts and minds.

As a small school community, the staff at St. Michael’s strongly believes in working together. Our communication skills mean that we are all working towards the best for the kids. With the average class ratio of 10 students to 1 teacher, our students receive support where they need it. Teaching at the point of need is incredibly important to us as educators. We are well supported as teaching staff also, receiving cutting edge professional development from the Sandhurst Catholic Education Office.

Given our small school community, our kids are also skilled communicators and with our guidance, have learnt to identify when someone within our community needs extra assistance. With a strong culture of treating others how they wish to be treated, our students are nurturing and caring. With an emphasis on teaching expected behaviours, our kids know what to expect from us each day, giving them confidence to shine.

We educate our kids to understand that everyone is an individual and as such, has different needs within the educational environment. Children are able to identify within themselves what helps them to learn and be successful.

As a Principal in a Catholic school, I often come across some misconceptions about what we do and who we are. Here are some common questions asked.

We accept enrolments from everyone. There is no requirement

to be Catholic to attend our school. We do ask that families support the ethos of our school. We take pride here in educating the whole child and our Catholic ethos supports children to be wonderful human beings in this world. We are also actively Catholic, which means we follow the path of God and do no judge. We accept people for who they are and offer support and guidance where needed.

Do my children have to be Catholic to attend the school?

St. Michael’s is a Catholic school with our own traditions and history.

We ask our parents to support the ethos

I am not religious and I am worried about this. What is

expected from me as a parent?

St. Michael’s is a small school – will my child have friends?

Some people view a small school in a negative way. We are in fact

a big family. We understand and respect each other. We know each other and we support each other’s strengths and weaknesses. With the number of students in our school and the way our students know each other, there is a different level of acceptance. We actively encourage our kids to embrace each other’s differences and educate the kids to understand how other children think and feel.

We also have outstanding ratios so our children get what they need educationally. With smaller class sizes, there is more 1-1 learning time and we cater for individual needs. Our teachers understand curriculum and differentiate for all students.

Do I have to pay fees?

As a school, we do have fees. We also however have a number of

ways to support families with this. We strongly believe that fees should not be a

Parent Feedback

Our parent community is incredibly supportive of what we do and why

they chose St. Michael’s as the educational institute for their child or children. Here are some of their responses;

“Leigh and I send our children to St. Michael’s for several reasons. Firstly, we feel part of the school family and we believe that you all care about our kids’ academic, social and emotional wellbeing as much as we do.

Secondly, I know they are safe at St. Michael’s. Any mention of bullying, swearing or undesirable behaviour is dealt with swiftly and respectfully.

Thirdly, the student teacher ratio provides ample one on one learning opportunities for our girls which could not be achieved in a bigger school.

Lastly, we believe that the staff at St. Michael’s hold the same values and morals as we do as a family, so it is reassuring to know that what we do and say at home is reaffirmed at school.” Fran

The teachers make the school and there’s such a great team at St. Michael’s. Bec

St. Michael's Primary School is a real gem here in Tallangatta. As you

walk through the doors you can feel the friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Children are nurtured, and creativity and individuality is celebrated. I have two children attending this school, the eldest has been here since he started school and is now in year 5. What I love about our school and what I feel is so special about it is that we have a place where children can thrive in a peaceful, safe and supportive environment, where teachers go above and beyond to ensure all students needs are met, without bias or judgement, and when any issues may arise they are dealt with straight away in a very caring and professional way. Our school prides itself on leading by example, and teaching values such as respect, compassion and resilience, values that I feel are of paramount importance in our world today. We have a team of enthusiastic young staff who are experienced, dedicated and professional, with up to date knowledge and fresh ideas to help lead the way into the future. St. Michael's Primary is truly a small school with a big heart. Jenni

At the end of the day, every family chooses a school for a different reason. Some children need a particular environment to thrive. What works for one child at one school, may not work for another child, even within a family. We have students travelling from Wodonga to attend our school because of the environment we offer and the way those students feel within our community.

If you would like to find out more about what we offer, please give us a call on (02) 6071 2386. We would love to show you our welcoming and vibrant educational environment and discuss what we can offer.

we create at our school. Our school was founded by the Josephite Sisters and we respect and honour our past. Religion has changed significantly from the past and at St. Michael’s we like to encourage all within our community to be the best person they can be.

Sometimes parents are worried they will say the wrong thing or come along to Mass and do the wrong thing, but this is something we are keen to assure doesn’t happen. Being a Catholic school for us means we accept everyone and are never judgemental. The essence of our religion is all about being people who are accepting of others, demonstrating care for everyone and caring for our world. We also understand the fact that not all people believe what we believe in, so we make sure we respect everyone in our community.

barrier. We also provide a range of ways to pay fees, including breaking the cost up to fortnightly achievable payments. At St. Michael’s, we also have fee assistance for families who are unable to meet the full fee requirement.

Our fees include everything your child will need for the entire year – there are no hidden surprises. The fees that are distributed at the beginning of the year include stationary, all excursions, swimming and camps. For families that need to budget, this makes their life so much easier as fees can be broken down for the year and paid as they go.


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2020 Enrolments

Enrolments for 2020 will be taken on this day.

For further information, please feel free to contact the Principal at either school. Mrs Cassie Lynch Principal St. Michael’s Primary School, Tallangatta Queen Elizabeth Drive Tallangatta VIC 3700 Phone: (02) 6071 2386 [email protected]

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Multi-Cultural Day - Brazil Pg. 6 Swimming Champion Pg. 3 ... · Morning (ABC Radio Sunday Morning) and WIN NEWS. Reporter Alex Riddell visited Tallangatta and constructed a wonderful