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The Star has great pleasure in adding its support to the Growing Winchelsea organisation whose focus is achieving positive outcomes for this community. The following is the report of their first meeting for 2015 from John Broadrick

Community Forums for 2015Growing Winchelsea Inc., at their

meeting on January 21, have decided to sponsor five forums during 2015.

They will be:

1. Drug and Mental Health Health forum, which will be run in conjunction with the Football/Netball club and the Primary School, and also engage with children travelling to Secondary schools outside of Winchelsea.

Also proposed will be a Business Breakfast. The proposed dates are Monday 15th or Tuesday March 16th, with guest speaker expected to be ex-Carlton AFL footballer Glenn Manton.

2. Men’s Health Night

3. NHW Schools day on October 19

4. Driver Education Day

5. Drugs / Ice forum

RV Friendly Town submissionA submission outlining the group’s

proposal for Winchelsea to become an RV Friendly Town was adopted, and will now be forwarded to the Surf Coast Council.

Our town has all of the necessary attributes needed, including appropriate parking for RV vehicles and caravans in the town centre, with access to general shopping and groceries, a free dump point, access to potable water, medical facilities, pharmacy, and a visitor information centre with town maps.

To become an RV Friendly Town, we need to provide a free or low-cost short-term camping area (proposed to be on the banks of the Barwon river), and we need the Surf Coast Shire to support this aspect of our submission.

The benefits to the town would be increased spending for our retailers, and increased patronage at surrounding tourist destinations such as wineries, flower farms, Barwon Park homestead etc.

The scheme is administered by the Campervan Motorhome Club of Australia. We would become one of approximately 200 such towns throughout Australia that welcomes RV travellers.

Bus to the HubThe bus restarts in February. It is very

successful, with twenty-five people using the bus each week.

Inverleigh is about to take up a similar scheme, and there has been a submission to create the same in Anglesea.

Volunteers are required to drive the bus, and act as assistants on board. If you can help, please contact Michelle Stocks on 0437 783 551.

Long term childcareThis project was started in the 1970’s,

and there has been around $80,000 spent in planning and submissions to the Council that have all been knocked back for various reasons.

This year, a different approach is being tried. A project person will start in February to prepare an application for funding.

The project is being co-ordinated and funded by Hesse Rural Health Service. Hospital CEO Peter Birkett outlined current plans to the meeting.

The Hospital Opportunity shop has raised significant funds that will be put towards buying the land for the new childcare building.

Shop Local campaignGrowing Winchelsea is investigating a

‘Shop Local’ campaign for Winchelsea. Normally, members would build up points depending on amount spent and receive rewards, or simply go into a draw to receive prizes donated by local participating businesses.

More information will be provided in coming months.

Volunteer RegisterIt was suggested late last year that we

set up a volunteer register online, so interested volunteers could register their details, and organisations looking for volunteer help could go to the register when volunteers are sought.

This will become part of the new Growing Winchelsea website which will be launched late February.

MembershipGrowing Winchelsea Inc. now has 111

members. If you are interested in the future direction of our great town, please feel free to join us.

Details of future meeting dates will be published in the Star, or email us at [email protected]

Growing Winchelsea Maps Out 2015

Kids Back to SchoolLate January also means that school holidays are almost finished and the roads in the region will soon be busy with back to school traffic, pedestrians and cyclists travelling to and from schools.

“From Wednesday 28 January kids will heading back to school, so slow down and take extra care,” William Tieppo, Vic Roads Regional Director. “Motorists should be aware that children in traffic are not like adults. They can be unpredictable and because they are small, they can be hard to see.” A small speed reduction can significantly increase the chance of a child surviving if hit by a car. School speed limits will be back in place and during specified times speed limits will mostly be reduced to either 40km/h or 60 km/h.


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LettersNaming of ReservesRegarding the article in last week’s ‘Star’ relating to the naming of reserves in this town, we certainly agree that the naming (and the number of different names) is confusing and unnecessary. Added to this is that there doesn’t appear to be too many reserves in town that actually have names on them.

Albert Jacka certainly deserves to be front and centre with the prime reserve named in his honour, being born and raised locally, until the age of five.

He was the first Australian to be decorated with the VC during the First World War, receiving the medal for his actions during the Gallipoli Campaign. He later served on the Western Front and was twice further decorated for his bravery.

He never fully recovered from the multiple wounds he sustained during his war service, and died at the age of 39, and is buried in the St Kilda Cemetery.

We are surprised that there is no monument to him (apart from the reserve) in Winchelsea.

Perhaps the naming of our reserves could be put to the Growing Winchelsea group for some rationalization?

Kind Regards, John and Jan Broadrick

Stirling Reserve GoneApproximately 18 months ago the STAR published an article based on information from the SurfCoast Shire. The article showed the area between the bridge and the Barwon Hotel was to be named the ‘Stirling Reserve” in recognition of the pioneering Stirling family and their contribution to the early settlement of Winchelsea.

With this knowledge we contacted our friend Doug Stirling, a local historian, now residing in Lorne. He was very pleased to hear this and would like to attend the official naming of the Reserve.

We have heard no more and apparently someone, in their wisdom , . has decided to change the name. It is disappointing that we are not recognizing the efforts of a great family who contributed enormously to the founding of Winchelsea. I do hope that the powers that be reconsider and that it be named’ The Stirling Reserve’.

I also question why the CWA park? Could it not be all The Albert Jacka Park ? It seems strange to have two reserves in such a small space. Please give Albert Jacka the recognition he deserves.

I acknowledge the CWA do a great job but is it necessary to have a park in their name ? Don Worland Dear Editor,

Funeral ServiceFriends of Ray McConachy are invited to attend a Funeral Service of Thanksgiving on Tuesday, January 27th in the Uniting Church, Hesse Street. at 1.30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations will be welcome to support the Ross Procedure and Cardiac Surgery Trust, a research program into Valve Surgery, set up by Mr. Peter Skillington a surgeon at the R.M.H. who cared for Ray for a period of 19 years.

Following the Service, the family will will gather for a private burial at the Winchelsea Cemetry.

You are invited to join them at the ‘The Hub’ for refreshments. on their return.

Re QuestionnaireReading the Star questionnaire prompted

me to write this.

I read the Star every week and think it is now an excellent publication in all aspects. It is a credit to the town and especially the volunteers who make it possible, so congratulation and thank you to you all.

In regard to the ‘topics’ section of the questionnaire - I think it is the most important aspect of the content is that it’s local; whether it’s news, reports from various organizations or items written by local people. As a community newspaper, written by and for the community of...

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This week you can read the opinions of 30 readers who have replied to the Questionnaire which has appeared in the last 3 issues of the Star. Around 400 copies per week are sold and the Editor would love to know what the other 370 readers think!!

Your completed Questionnaire is still welcome in the copy box at the IGA.

A request was made to the Surf Coast Shire for comment following the closure of the Winchelsea Pool on Saturday 3rd January.

The following reply was received from Council’s CEO, Keith Baillie: “Certainly on a hot day plenty of people head for the pool so we want to keep it open if we can.

“If we have staff available that don’t have to travel through high risk parts on a day of Extreme fire danger, then the

pool, transfer station and other council services will be open.

“The pool couldn’t open on Saturday 3 January, because we didn’t have available staff that could get to work without travelling through high fire risk areas.

“Thankfully these kinds of days are rare, however on those occasions we will do our best to continue our services where possible. Council will advise via its website and social media channels about any service changes on these days.”

Hopefully this staffing issue can be resolved prior to the next ‘hot’ day!

Contents7 Street Naming

7 Barwon Terrace Speedbump

9 Batsons at Barwon

11 Questionnaire Results

11 Dogs & Snakes

13 Gallipoli Re-enactment

13 Book Review

14 Glandular Fever

17 Puzzle Page

19 Church News

21 Local Services

23 Skills Fund Open

And lots more!

From the Burrow

Your Campfire CAN Create a Disaster

The following information was sent to Winchelsea Star as an Australia Day weekend reminder to all campers. By the time we go to press the long weekend will be over. However we consider it very important to present this appropriately edited version as it applies to campers all year round who come here to enjoy and share our beautiful environment. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) Regional Manager Fire and Land Manager Andrew Morrow said: “It is critical that people extinguish their campfire using water, not soil, as fires can still smoulder under soil. If a fire is cool to touch, it is safe to leave. ”

“Many forest fires are caused by people, and every year our fire fighters are called out to fires started as a result of ignorance and irresponsible behaviour.”

“Our many communities live within and on the edge of dense forest ranges so we cannot afford for people to be complacent about campfires in the bush,” he said. “In the last financial year, 167 fires across the state were started by a campfire or barbecue. We have already had 30 fires in forest areas of the Otways since Christmas and 19 of these were non-compliant campfires,” Mr Morrow said.

“A high number of campfire issues were detected by officers on patrol over the recent summer holiday period and infringement notices totalling about $9000 in fines issued to campers.”

“Any increase in campfire offences is a worrying trend. We all need to reduce the risk of campfires from becoming a potential bushfire disaster in our region.”

“So play it safe and put out your campfire before leaving the area. It only takes one unattended campfire to go bush and it can quickly endanger lives, livelihood and property.” Parks Victoria Chief Executive Dr Bill Jackson said: “Campers need to be proactive and seek information while they are having fun camping.

“Campers must make the effort to know the fire danger ratings, check for Total Fire Bans and ensure they know how to safely construct, light and extinguish a campfire. Being away from home and in remote areas is not an excuse for ignorance,” Dr Jackson said.

Going campfires must be attended by an adult at all times. Under the Forest Act 58, the maximum penalty for leaving an unattended fire is $14,761.

Campfires are not allowed on a day of Total Fire Ban. Information about Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Ban declarations is available on the CFA website atwww.cfa.vic.gov.au or by calling the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.

If you see anyone behaving suspiciously or irresponsibly, call 136 186 and report it, or contact your local DELWP or Parks Victoria office, or police station.


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In 2013, Surfcoast Shire Council received a petition expressing concern regarding speeding in Barwon Terrace, Winchelsea. To address these concerns, Council commenced a three-staged approach to educate, enforce and, if required, implement physical measures.

To date, stage 1 and stage 2 have been undertaken:

Stage 1 - EducationBetween August and December 2013:

Council’s mobile speed advisory trailer was placed in Barwon Terrace, before the residential section, to advise road users of their speed.

50km/h stickers were provided for wheelie bins to reinforce the speed limit when bins are placed out for collection.

Stage 2 - EnforcementCouncil officers requested Victoria

Police to undertake local enforcement with traffic reports being sent to Victoria Police regarding this location.

Council has continued to monitor vehicle speeds in Barwon Terrace. Data from December 2014 confirms that vehicles continue to exceed the speed limit.

What’s next?To encourage cars to slow down, Council

now proposes to construct an entry treatment at the start of the residential zone (before number 69 Barwon Terrace). It will include signage, landscaping, kerb works and line marking to encourage vehicles to slow down (refer to sketch plan).

Council will also continue to monitor vehicle speeds to determine if there is a need for any further action.

To provide feedback or discuss this matter further, please contact Aoife Corcoran, Council’s Project Engineer on 5261 0600 or via email to [email protected] by Friday 30 January 2015.

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Winchelsea Street NamesKen Daniels

The Surf Coast Shire has recently asked for the assistance of the Historical Society in the preparation of a list of street names to be available for use in future developments.

It is the Shire’s objective that, in future, developers will be required to select names from this list rather than assign street names as they may see fit.

Suggested names on the list should have a degree of heritage relevance and may include family surnames, place or property names, geographical features or any other names that may be relevant to Winchelsea.

Each name on the list to be provided to the Shire for consideration must include details as to why the name has been put forward.

The Historical Society would like to encourage any residents who have suggestions regarding suitable street names to provide the required details to the Historical Society by Tuesday, February 2nd which will be forwarded to the Shire for consideration.

Submissions can be forwarded by Email to [email protected] or by mail to the Secretary - Winchelsea Historical Society 6 Worland St Winchelsea 3241.

Proposed gateway entry to slow cars

The following is proposed to create a gateway to the residential section of Barwon Terrace without either narrowing the actual road width or changing the surface level.

1. Install kerbing with bluestone rocks and Winchelsea township entrance signs in landscaped area on either side of the road.

2. Paint white line marking at either end of a section of red asphalt, and SLOW sign on road approach.

3. Relocate existing 50 kph speed zone signs from near Browns Lane, with new “50 ahead” signs to be installed at Browns Lane.


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Barwon Park was buzzing recently when 70 Batson family members gathered to mark the 40th anniversary of the bequest of Barwon Park by Sydney Batson to the National Trust of Victoria.

The last time the family gathered at Barwon Park was in 1993, an event commemorated by the planting of a tree which is growing strongly near the front gate and by presentation of a plaque to the National Trust featuring Sydney, Lillian and Mabel Batson.

The 40th anniversary provided the chance to reflect on the significant contribution the Batson family through their bequest, made to the people of Victoria and beyond.

The event arose in recognition of this anniversary and in part out of the participation of Batson family representatives in the Barwon Park Strategic Plan Community Consultations held earlier this year. There was agreement that one of the ingredients for the future of such a magnificent place is the ongoing engagement with the Austin and the Batson families.

The anniversary also provided the chance to build the knowledge bank of the Batson era at Barwon Park and to engage the newer generations in the story. People shared stories and insights into the Batson time, and had memorabilia on hand for the ‘Show and Tell’ part of the program.

Thanks to Ken Batson, Madeline Curtis and Colin Batson for helping to organise the event and to Roger Southern, volunteer with Barwon Park who wrote the story of the Batson’s at Barwon Park and to Cr Heather Wellington for her support.

The Batson story is a pretty amazing story – different to the Austin story that preceded and the story of the Trust, the Barwon Park Promoters and community engagement that has followed.

Batson family members toured the Mansion admiring the progress made in the past 40 years by the National Trust and its supporters and focusing on how the siblings and their parents and relatives used this mighty space in their time. A group photo was taken in the Hall of the Mansion.

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In the warmer summer months, snakes become much more active and pet owners need to be careful and safeguard their pets from snake bites, plus look out for the warning signs should an animal be bitten.Dogs will often try to chase or kill snakes resulting in snake bites usually to the dog’s face and legs. Cats, being hunters and chasing anything that moves, are also quite susceptible to snake bites.

The sort of reaction your pet has to a snake bite is determined by a number of factors: the type of snake, the amount of venom injected and the site of the snake bite. Generally the closer the bite is to the heart the quicker the venom spreads to the rest of the body. In addition, at the beginning of summer, snakes’ venom glands are fuller and their bites are much more severe.

The tiger and brown snake are responsible for most of the snake bites in domestic pets. The tiger snakes have a bite that can be fatal to not only pets but humans.

Brown snake venom is milder than the tiger snake’s. These snakes have a toxin that causes paralysis and also have an agent in them that uses up all the clotting factors that helps to stop your pet from bleeding. Tiger snakes also have a toxin that breaks down muscle causing damage to the kidneys.

Signs of snake bite include:

• Sudden weakness followed by collapse

• Shaking or twitching of the muscles and difficulty blinking

• Vomiting

• Loss of bladder and bowel control

• Dilated pupils

• Paralysis

• Blood in urine.

If you think your pet has been bitten by a snake you should keep them calm and quiet and take them to a vet immediately. The chances of recovery are much greater

if your pet is treated early, with some pets making a recovery within 48 hours. Pets left untreated have a much lower survival rate and many die. If your vet is some distance away, if practical, you can apply a pressure bandage – a firm bandage over and around the bite site - to help slow the venom spreading to the heart. Do NOT wash the wound or apply a tourniquet.

If you can identify the snake, tell your vet what type of snake it is - but don’t try to catch or kill the snake. If it is dead, bring the snake with you, otherwise there is a blood or urine test that can identify whether your animal has been bitten and the type of snake responsible.

Once the snake has been identified your vet can administer antivenom. Please be warned that antivenom is expensive and can result in a large veterinary bill, so it is best to try and keep your pets safe and away from snakes in the first place.

Sourced from RSCPA website, Article ID 444

We thank the 30 readers who took the time to respond to this questionnaire.

Thank you to Linda Carter who collected and collated the results. Also a thank you to Jenny Mathison for her assistance with this project.

1. How often do you read the Star

Every Week 24 Most Issues 4 Sometimes 2 Never 0

2. How do you read the Star

Printed 27 Online 3

3. How many people read your copy of the Star besides you

No-one else 4 1-3 other people 24 4-6 other people 2

4. What topics would you like to see in the Star

Agriculture 9 Animal topics 12 Art including photography, sculpture etc 11 Book reviews 14 Business 9 CFA 21 Children’s issues 6 Church News 9 Community Events 25 Education 13 Environmental Issues 21 Foodie/Wine Topics 12 Gardening 22 Groups News 19 Health Issues 17 Local History 22 Local Government News 18 Music 8 Profiles of people 23 Teenage Info 10 Sport 16 Upcoming Events 21 Young Mums Info 4

5. What do you think of the Star’s design

It’s good 25 Needs more colour pages 4 It could use some work 1

6. What is your age bracket

Under 20 1 21-30 0 31-50 2 51-75 19 76 up 8

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Gallipoli at WinchelseaDavid Kelly

On April 18-19th 2015 the grounds of Barwon Park will once again come alive with living military history in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the landings in Gallipoli.

This event will highlight first world war action and history with trench battle scene re-enactments as well as static displays of weapons, uniforms and vehicles.

Included in the activities will be the launch of Nancy Mawson’s reprinted ‘Heroes of the Winchelsea District’ to be presented by our Councillor Heather Wellington. As in the past, there will be re-enactors of the Napoleonic era with their horses and regalia as well as representations of more modern conflicts involving Australian forces.

Gallipoli, Before and Beyond is presented by the Geelong Military Re-enactment Group and the Military History Society Geelong with the support of the Bendigo Bank, the Surf Coast Shire, Tourism Victoria , the Federal Anzac Centenary Grants Committee and local businesses. For more information see www.geelongmrg.com and facebook.com/GeelongMRG

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To Love a Sunburnt CountryAuthor: Jackie French Publishers: Harper Collins

“Don’t be ridiculous. Soldiers, here?” Moira blinked from her white froth of pillows. “It was probably one of the servants.”

“They were soldiers. I saw them, in uniform. They had bayonets.”

This was the first time sixteen year old Nancy saw the Japanese soldiers. December 1941. Malaya. She had gone from her much loved property in western NSW Australia, at the request of her brother, to bring home Moira, her sister in law and little nephew Gavin.

Instead of to safety in Australia, we follow their journey through the duration of the war. We become involved as amazing

friendships develop across the ages from baby Gavin to the elderly plantation owner, from the Japanese Commander to the sixteen year old Nancy.

The reader can become emotionally involved many times in the lines penned by the author. As we follow the different characters we are taken by word pictures to burning ships, pelicans over billabongs, prison camps, the boarding school in Sydney or the small plane flown by a young woman on a rescue mission into New Guinea.

This is a great read.

Book Review Jenny Mathison


Introduction: We received a specific request from a reader for information on Glandular Fever and the following is written by Dr Haidee Benning who is a Registered and Practicing Osteopath & Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner.

WHAT IS GLANDULAR FEVER? Glandular fever, or “ Infectious

Mononucleosis” is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus which is also called herpes virus 4. It is one of the most common human viruses and is endemic throughout the world. The herpes family of viruses includes those that cause cold sores, chickenpox, and shingles. Most people are infected with multiple strains of EBV. The different EBV strains are found in separate parts of the body: the circulating lymphocytes (white blood cells), cell-free blood plasma, or the oral cavity.

WHO GETS GLANDULAR FEVER?

EBV is spread by contact with viral-infected saliva through coughing, sneezing, kissing, or the sharing of items such as drinking glasses, eating utensils, straws, toothbrushes, or lip gloss.

It is interesting to note that by the age of 35–40, approximately 95% of the population have been infected with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).

Not everyone who has had the EBV virus develop the protracted illness commonly known as Glandular fever.

Babies and Young Children:

It is reported that 50% of children under the age of 10 have already been affected by the EBV, most of whom would have experienced a brief period of convalescence, developed mild flu like symptoms and an associated fever which passed fairly rapidly. More than likely the parents are not even aware that the virus in question was in fact the EBV virus as the period of illness was not severe enough to warrant further medical attention or investigation. A very small percentage of young children will exhibit more severe symptoms including but not limited to enlarged lymph nodes, severe and unremitting fever, headaches, lack of appetite, feeling very unwell and severe fatigue. In these instances, often the

parents are concerned enough to follow up with a visit to the GP who would request a blood test which would identify whether the EBV has “battled it out” with their child’s immune system.

Adolescents:

15-20% of adolescents are affected by EBV, and of these, half will develop much more significant symptoms which results in a prolonged episode of debility and illness which can, in turn, develop patterns of re-occurrence over a long period of time. This can lead to further health complications like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or other Chronic Pain Syndromes. In teenagers and young adults, Glandular Fever is commonly transmitted by kissing and has therefore developed the popular, but not entirely accurate title of “kissing disease”.

Adults:

Among adults, 30—50% of those contracting the EBV will become ill. Males and females are equally susceptible.

WHAT IS THE COURSE OF THE DISEASE?The virus typically runs its course

in 10–30 days. However some people with weakened or suppressed immune systems are especially vulnerable to potentially serious complications, and the development of Chronic Fatigue or other Chronic pain syndromes can occur.

Following the infective period, the EBV remains dormant (latent) in a few cells in the throat and blood for the remainder of one’s life. Periodically the virus may reactivate and be transmitted through saliva; and although rare, the symptoms can reoccur, with “episodes” that are most likely to re-develop during periods of stress or general fatigue.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF GLANDULAR FEVER?Often, the illness is associated with acute

symptoms that last for several weeks and fatigue and low energy can linger for several months.

The incubation period after exposure to EBV is generally about 7–14 days in children and teens and 30–60 days in adults. An infected person can transmit

EBV during this period and for as long as five months after symptoms disappear.

The first symptoms of Glandular Fever are usually general weakness and extreme fatigue. An infected person may require 12–16 hours of sleep daily prior the development of other symptoms. Glandular Fever symptoms are similar to cold or flu symptoms:

Fever and chills occurs in about 90% of cases. EBV is most contagious during this stage of the illness. An enlarged spleen, causing pain in the upper left of the abdomen, occurs in about 50–60% of infections. Sore throat and/or swollen tonsils occurs in less than 50% of mononucleosis infections. Swollen lymph glands (nodes) in the neck, armpits, and/or groin develop in less than 50% of infections. Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) develops in more than 20% of patients, depending on age, and indicates an inflamed or enlarged liver.

A red skin rash, particularly on the chest, occurs in about 5% of infections. Loss of appetite, stomach pain and/or nausea, muscle soreness and/or joint pain, headache, chest pain, coughing and rapid or irregular heartbeat can occur.

These acute symptoms usually last one to two weeks.

Splenic enlargement generally peaks during the fourth week after symptoms appear and then subsides. However an enlarged spleen may rupture in 0.1–0.2% of cases, causing sharp pain on the left side of the abdomen. Additional symptoms of a ruptured spleen include light-headedness, a fast heart rate, and difficulty breathing. Splenic rupture most often occurs within the first three weeks and is the most common cause of death from mononucleosis. It requires immediate medical attention and may require emergency surgery to stop the bleeding.

There are other rare—but potentially life-threatening—complications of mononucleosis: Neurological complications affecting the central nervous system may develop in 1–2% of infections. Bell’s palsy is a temporary condition caused by weakened or paralyzed facial muscles on one side of the face. The heart muscle may become inflamed. A significant number of the body’s red blood cells or platelets may be destroyed and there may be reduced number of circulating red and white blood cells.

Glandular Fever


HOW DO YOU GET A DIAGNOSIS?

A variety of conditions can produce symptoms similar to those of Glandular fever however if cold or flu-like symptoms persist for longer than two weeks, mononucleosis may be suspected. Mononucleosis usually is diagnosed by a blood test—called a mono spot test—that measures anti-bodies to EBV. Antibodies may not be detectable until the second or third week after the onset of symptoms. The antibodies peak between weeks two and five and can persist at low levels for up to a year.

About 90% of cases show a positive mono spot. Infants and young children do not make the type of anti-bodies that are measured by the mono test. If the mono spot is inconclusive, additional blood tests may be performed that measure an increase in the overall number of white blood cells or an increase in abnormal-appearing lymphocytes that make antibodies against EBV. Other tests can identify at least six specific types of EBV anti-bodies that may be present in the blood.

CONVENTIONAL & COMPLIMENTARY TREATMENT APPROACHES:The most effective treatment for

infectious mononucleosis is rest, followed by a gradual return to normal activities. If the spleen is enlarged, all contact sports, heavy lifting, and jarring activities should be avoided until the enlargement has subsided completely. Since mononucleosis can involve the liver, it is important not to consume alcohol.

Alternative and complementary medicine may help the body to fight the infection and relieve symptoms. Increasing the bodies Immune system strength is very desirable. Some sources recommend eating four to six small daily meals of unprocessed foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables and always drink plenty of water.

Red Meat, refined sugar, saturated fats, and caffeinated, decaffeinated, and carbonated drinks are best avoided. Gargling with salt water (one teaspoon in one cup of warm water) will help to relieve a sore throat.

Echinacea, Elder Flower tea, Sage Tea (for sore throat), Vitamins A, B-complex, and C, Magnesium, Calcium, and Potassium supplements can all help to

boost the immune system and increase energy levels. A combination of 1000mg Kyolic Garlic three times a day, and one teaspoon of sugar-free powdered vitamin C taken twice a day has also reported good results.

Herbal Supplements: - Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) for physical weakness - Cleavers (Galium species) to cleanse the lymphatic system - Echinacea (Echinacea augustifolia) to boost the immune system - Elder (Sambucus nigra) flower to reduce fever - Garlic to fight viral infection - Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) to relieve sinus congestion - Slippery elm bark and licorice can be gargled to soothe a sore throat - St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) to relieve anxiety and depression - Vervain (Verbena officinales) to relieve anxiety and depression and treat jaundice - Wild indigo (Baptisia tinctoria) to cleanse the lymphatic system - Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) to reduce fever

OSTEOPATHIC AND OTHER MANUAL AND NATURAL THERAPY APPROACHES: Visceral Osteopathic techniques that

support and promote healthy immune system, Liver and Spleen function.

Manual therapy techniques including Massage, Myofascial Release, Cranio-Sacral work to release stress and fatigue and help rebuild energy levels.

Acupressure, Reflexology and Shiatsu techniques to improve the flow of energy throughout the body, and promote balance and strength to the immune system.

Aromatherapy with bergamot, eucalyptus, and lavender essential oils.

Chinese medicine and acupuncture.

Homeopathy is also worth considering with reported benefits through the use of Carcinosin, Ailanthus Glandulosa, and Bar-c/Bell/Merc.

Relaxation techniques such as biofeedback, visualization, meditation, and yoga can reduce fatigue, relieve stress, and build energy and a positive outlook and sense of self-empowerment which helps to ‘manage’ and cope during convalescence.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH: Ayurveda follows the belief that health

and wellness is present when there is balance. When all aspects of our physical, mental and emotional selves are well balanced, our immune systems should be firing on all cylinders, healthy and strong, and we would therefore be much less likely to succumb to the more debilitating symptoms and prolonged illness of Glandular fever.

Ayurveda can help a person suffering from Glandular fever to regain their ‘balance’ and therefore a more healthy state by working with dietary and nutritional advice, along with lifestyle advice such as specific exercises and yoga postures to enhance healing, and build energy.

Ayurvedic counseling and the introduction of the concepts of Ayurvedic psychology would also provide useful tools for the individual to better manage and cope with the stresses and strains of life which would otherwise build stress, fear, and anxiety. One very specific piece of Ayurvedic Advice would be the adoption of the ancient practice of “Oil Pulling” which can not only be relevant and useful in this instance, but can be used for a wide variety of oral, dental, sinus and head related issues.

OIL PULLING: Oil pulling is a very simple technique

and can be done very easily - it is one of the easiest therapies that we can do even at home.

1. Pour one tablespoon of cold pressed sesame oil into your mouth in the morning (ON AN EMPTY STOMACH). 2. Swish the sesame oil in your mouth for a while and remember not to swallow. Ideally swish for 10 - 20 minutes. 3. Spit the oil down the sink and rinse your mouth with warm salt water (recommended) or just clean it thoroughly. 4. Repeat this oil therapy every morning for at least 3 months.

Dr Haidee Benning practices in Winchelsea, Geelong and the Surfcoast region. For an appointment please call 0428 177 964, or 52672 948 and leave a message.

(Please note permission to reproduce this article must be obtained from Dr. Benning).



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We welcomed Father Gambin this weekend, who celebrated Mass with us, while Father Herman is on holidays.

Parents are reminded that the Religious Education classes will commence shortly in Winchelsea.

Reconciliation for Grade 3’s – If you have a child in grade 3 please consider the classes, as this is the second sacrament after Baptism. Times and dates will be published later. Grade 4’s will be prepared for the sacrament of First Eucharist. Confirmation is for children in Grade 6, and will probably not commence until 2nd term. So please watch out for the dates to enrol for the classes.

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Pancake Weekend will be held on the weekend of February14th prior to Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday Mass will be at 5pm at St John’s Winchelsea.

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Elders Meeting – Wednesday January 27th at 9.30am in the hall.

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Music Group practise – Thursday January 29th at 7.00pm in the hall.

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Church Council Meeting – Sunday February 1st at 11.00am in the hall.

St ThomasRev’d Wendy Gravolin

Many of our regular activities are in recess during January but will return in February this also applies to the inter-church prayer meeting, which will recommence at the Uniting church on Wednesday February 4th.

Sunday February 1st Holy Communion Service at 9am.

Monday 2nd Mainly Music begins again in the hall at 10am new families are welcome the cost is only $5 each week per family.

This is a great program that is beneficial for all pre-school children from newborn; it reflects something of our commitment to serving local families and it also helps them develop healthy local networks. The team running the program enjoy it as much as the children and come from three different churches, including two locally and one as far away as the CRC in Waurn Ponds.

New Bible Study Book Club: Anyone interested in joining a new season of a facilitated style of Bible study please speak to Wendy, the plan is to study the New Testament book of Colossians this term at 7:30 pm on Wednesday evenings. Christians have a very special attitude towards scripture which we believe is the sacred word of God; so we seek to really understand it, know what it teaches and be led by it: we even experience God speaking to us through its pages. There may still be other bible study groups continuing on other nights or days so even if Wednesday doesn’t suit please speak to me. The venue is still open for offers so perhaps the discussion group could come to you! Wendy can be contacted on 522672042.

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Counsellor, Jason Brown of Geelong worked on 2 rotations at the refugee detention centre on Manus Island North of Papua New Guinea, and is to coming to Winchelsea on Sunday 15th February to share his experiences, and explain some of the issues about refugees in detention from first hand knowledge.

A small group of Winchelsea people with a passion for the plight of these men, and many in similar uncertain circumstances fleeing terror in their original homelands, will meet at Shirley Roeszler’s home, 17 McDonald Dve. this Thursday January 29th at 10.00am.

This meeting is open to those that would like to share in adding voice to the concerns of the Australian public on the lack of compassion shown by successive governments on the lives of those so dramatically affected.

The meeting will investigate practical projects to aid where possible those missing out on the things we take for granted as citizens of our very privileged country.

There will also be the option of making a connection with the ever growing Rural Australians for Refugees down the track.

Jason Brown’s illustrated talk will bring into focus some of the complex and often hidden issues surrounding this, one of the most contentious social issues of our generation.

Enquiries relating to Thursday’s meeting can be directed to Shirley Roeszler on 5267 2575.


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The benefits of a new $476 million Industry Skills Fund will be felt across Corangamite, with Australian businesses now able to apply for support to boost the skills of their workforce.

“The fund will provide up to 200,000 training places and skills advice for businesses over the next four years, and is a key element of the Federal Government’s Industry Innovation and Competitiveness Agenda,” Federal Member for Corangamite, Sarah Henderson, said.

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“Employers in Corangamite will be supported to decide what training is needed in their business, and which training provider they want to work with, to boost their business productivity and competitiveness.”

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“In contrast, Labor wasted billions of dollars on skills programmes that failed to deliver training that led to real jobs. The era of training for training’s sake is over,” Ms Henderson said.

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APPLICATION TO ALTER AUTHORISED ROUTE OF PIPELINE LICENCE 231

NOTICE UNDER SECTION 68 OF THE PIPELINES ACT 2005

APA GasNet Australia (Operations) Pty. Ltd as holder of Pipeline Licence 231 lodged an application on 21st January 2015 to alter the authorised route of the pipeline.

The proposed alteration to the authorised route of the pipeline is described and shown on the map below:

The authorised route is altered to incorporate a 35m pipeline offtake with a 100mm nominal diameter pipe, from the existing Line valve Compound to the new Winchelsea City Gate. The proposed pipeline offtake will include an 80mm Nominal Bore above ground metering skid and associated telemetry equipment and will be located within existing and new pipeline easement and the new Winchelsea City Gate Compound.

The purpose of the pipeline offtake is to supply Natural Gas to the AusNet Gas Services Pty. Ltd. Distribution network to supply the township of Winchelsea with Natural Gas.

Further information regarding the proposed alteration to the authorised route of the pipeline may be obtained from:

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Sporting Clubs

Looking for some publicity for your club? Deadline for week day results is Fridays at 4:00pm and weekend

results Sundays at 4:00pm. Email to [email protected]

Winchelsea Golf ClubRussell Holmes

Sat 24/1/15 - Committee Vs Members match playWon by Committee.

NTP - 2nd & 11th - B Perry NTP - 8th & 17th - P Ovens

Golden Hole - G Morgan

Midweek - Stableford - 9 holes 1st - D Waterfall (35) 20 pts 2nd - N Hickman (15) 19 pts 3rd - B Perry (10) 18 pts NTP - N Hickman

Next week - 1st Rnd Pharmacy Trophy - Stableford

Sunday 1/2/15 - Final Watering System upgrade working bee. 8.30 am All members encouraged to attend.

Solution from Page 17

After the Christmas break we are now back in the final matches of the Pennant season before the finals.

On Tuesday Winchelsea Division 1 travelled to Cobden and Division 2 to Derrinallum in fairly good conditions for bowling.

Division 1 were def by Cobden winning 1/3 rinks, 59 shots to 71 shots. Division 2 were def by Derrinallum losing by just one shot, 62 shots to 63 shots. Division 1 is precariously perched in 4th position and the next game against Camperdown Golf at home will possibly spell an end to any finals competition if we do not win.

Saturday Pennant continue their strong runs throughout the season with another 3 wins.

Division 1 def Colac City winning 2/4 rinks, 93 shots to 78 shots. They remain in second position on the ladder but are equal on matches won. The top 4 is a very tight competition.

Division 3 def Cobden winning 3/4 rinks,

103 shots to 65 shots. Although now 2 matches out on top of the ladder the competition within the top 4 places remains strong.

Division 4 continued on their winning way with 2/3 rinks and 78 shots to 50 shots from Camperdown Golf. Unbeaten to this stage they are clear favorites.

Last week the Ladies Triples Championship was won by Helen Davie, Una Ellis and Julie Johnson with runners up Jessie Gardner, Margie Shepherd and Ivy Stephenson.

COMING UPLadies 21 Up still continuing

Sunday 1st February, Men’s Championship Pairs commence.

Thursday 5th February Twilight Bowls, BBQ 5-30 p.m. start.

Sunday 8th February, President’s Day 1-00 p.m start.

Until next issue, may the bowls be with you !!!!

Bowls Clubby Kitty ‘n Jack


Hello everyone,

Between the tennis and the cricket, its been late nights all round. At least we have a few choices now as to what we want to watch, sport wise. Hope everyone had an enjoyable Australia Day, with bar b ques and family all around to enjoy the celebration.

Wednesday Results; BOWLS Vida Bath, Leila Forster and Isabel Walker CARDS Helen Bath and Les Hunter SKIP - BO Joan Schroeter COMPETITION Les Hunter

Friday Results; BOWLS Beryl Read and Isabel Walker

CARDS Margaret Lugg, Jean Shinners and Helen Bath. COMPETITION Isabel Murfitt.

The Craft Laadies Group will again meet at the clubrooms on the 1st Monday of every month. The day begins about 10am and there is a bring and share lunch. The competition for February will be “ a cup and saucer”. This day is open to all ladies who are interested in craft work and a few laughs go along without saying. Great fun is guaranteed by all.

Get well wishes are sent to any members who are not feeling very well at the moment. We look forward to your company again in the near future.

Committee members please note, our next committee meeting will be held at the clubrooms on Wednesday the 18th of February at 11am, then to be followed by a Bring n Share Lunch and then at 1pm, our usual games afternoon.

Limerick Of The WeekI was bad at speaking and gramma So I took up throwing the hamma. I hit my own head And now I’m in bed And I can’t even stutta or stamma.

Since 1977

Senior Citizens News Jean Shinners

...Winchelsea, magazine type articles on many of the listed topics aren’t relevant in their own right. Such content can be found in freely available publications. They may, of course be covered in local issues, or pertaining to these.

I think the present design is excellent, interesting, clear and colourful. One very small point , I don’t see the need for a ‘Contents’ section, especially if it is on page five.

Again, thank you all for your hard work on an outstanding publication.

Linda Carter

Naming ReservesThe community of Winchelsea

frequently complains that the Surf Coast Council does not give the town a fair

go. A letter this week reminds me that there was a request last year for naming proposals for reserves in Winchelsea. The Star first edition this year printed a map from the Shire showing the names now proposed and seeking written submissions on the proposal by Thursday Feb. 12th

I think the number of different names proposed along a short stretch of river is confusing. I do not understand why the CWA name is still on a park when the playground equipment the ladies installed over 70 years ago has long since disappeared. It is well known the Barwon has a healthy population of platypus following numerous recent surveys and many local sightings. To have a Platypus Reserve alongside a Lions Park will have people wondering how these two animals can comfortably co-exist!

I propose that all the river reserve

between the railway and the highway be named the Albert Jacka Reserve and that Napthine Reserve, commemorating a family who made significant contribution to local government, the community and, latterly, State politics, remains as is.

Upstream of the highway, perhaps Mathison Reserve be named commemorating a pioneer family, several of whom served on local government, one serving 50 years as councilor. I know Geoff Mathison through the Historical Society supported the idea of a Stirling Park and he would, I am sure, prefer the Stirling name on this section. Perhaps the Stirling name can be reserved for the west side of the river upstream from the hotel which may become public land following sub-division of the area at the end of Palmer Street.

Stewart Mathison

Letters To Editor, Continued from P.4

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