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June

2015

Issue 90 $1

Inside the CCN

June Edition

Page 3 - Bendigo Bank

Page 4 - Playgroup

Page 5 - Local Business new Trading name

Page 6 - Cabbaritta

Page 7 - Pompey

Page 8 - 10 years of Karate

Page 9 - Anzac Day

Page 10/11 - WWI May/June

Page 12 - Obituary

Page 13 - Hockey Club

Page 14 to 16 - Charlton College

Page 17 - Charlton Show

Page 18 - 50 Years of Charlton Hockey Club

Page 19 - St Josephs Primary School

Page 20 - NCFL Ladder

Page 21 - Winter Recipes

Page 22 - Charlton Kinder

Page 23 - REX Theater

Page 24 - Charlton Badminton Club

Page 25 - Charlton Angling Club

Page 26 to 27 - Community News

Page 28 to 31- Sponsors Page

Page 32 - June Calendar

Editorial Lauren Riley

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June 2015

The Rotary Club of Charlton are

proud sponsors of the Charlton

Community Newsletter.

OH NO where did May go. Due to ill health and very little

news I made the decision not to put a May newsletter out,

very sorry if this upset anyone. But now we are back on

track so lets hope from now on I can keep it that way.

Winter sport is in full swing, Tyler is loving playing

Minkey, he is having so much fun and doing a great job,

his going to be an awesome hockey player just like his

mum, hehe.

I see that the new skate park is now open. Looking very

forward to taking Tyler there for some fun, hopefully no

broken bones, from me that is.

This edition ended up being quite a big one, thanks heaps

to all that helped out.

The war pages are in again and they are really worth the

read, Carolyn Olive puts in many many hours to create

these pages and its is very much appreciate.

I have put an up to date NCFL ladder in this month so you

can check up on how all the teams are going.

There is a kids section this month as well as a couple of

recipes.

Once again I will leave the editorial short and sweet.

Have a great month.

Take care

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June 2015

Written by John Harley

The Charlton and District Community Bank in conjunction with the

Bendigo Bank and Charlton Park 2020 have launched Redy in Charl-

ton. A pilot was conducted in late 2013 and the upgraded system is

now in use.

If you have a Smartphone – this is a new way to shop in Charlton

and support local organisations at no cost to you.

Donate your shopping credits to Charlton Park 2020 project, Charlton

Hospital or the Community News-

letter

Redy - a New way to Pay

About Redy Can anyone open a redy shopper account? Yes as long as they are

over 16.

What are redy dollars? Redy dollars are digital currency used to buy

goods and services within the redy network.

How can using redy contribute to my community? Each time you

use your redy app to buy goods you are rewarded with “Creds”. You

earn rewards at 0.05% of the purchase to donate.

What are the rules around spending? No minimum transaction

amount, $1000 daily maximum spend amount, minimum Top-up is

$10.

Does redy produce a payment receipt ( like EFTPos )?– no it is

stored on the redy app on your phone as an electronic receipt and are

retained forever.

Is redy secure? – yes very secure.

How to set up the Redy app on your phone

1. Download the app – iphone – app store, Android – from Google

Play

2. Then open the Redy App and follow the instructions to create a

Redy account.

3. You will need to create a 4 digit PIN. Make sure it is different

from the PIN you use to open your phone.

4. You will need to

add a Visa or Master-

card account and the

details – number of the

card. It doesn’t matter if it is linked to the Bendigo Bank or to another

Bank or you can link it to a Bendigo Bank Savings account and it

works like a debit card.

If you are using a credit card you will need to load money onto the

Redy App – in other words Top-up your Redy account.

Making a transaction

1. Open the Redy App and put in your 4 digit PIN

2. The shop assistant puts the transaction information into their

Redy machine

3. You then place the camera on your phone over the machine

which scans the machine. Your screen will then bring up an accept

page – press accept.

4. The phone will “ding” when the transaction is completed, then

press Done.

5. Click out of the Redy App

To make a donation click on the Donation section of the App and

donate.

Redy - a New way to Pay at shops in Charlton and support 3

local organisations

RAISE $10,000 PER YEAR FOR CHARLTON AT NO COST

TO YOU BY JUST USING YOUR PHONE INSTEAD OF

YOUR CREDIT or DEBIT CARD TO SHOP

USE THE APP TO PAY YOUR BILLS AT

IGA SUPERMARKET

HOUSE TO HOME

CHARLTON BAKERY

THE BOYZ CAFE

CHARLTON COUNTRY SAVERS

CHARLTON NEWSAGENCY

EAST CHARLTON HOTEL

CHARLTON PHARMACY ( soon to be installed)

CHARLTON TIMBER & HARDWARE

For further information contact the Charlton Community Bank

or Charlton Park 2020 ( John Harley)

Or check it out online at:

www.redy.com.au/

Upcoming

Events Weekend at Brocky’s Sat 6—Sun 7 June International Comedy

Festival (Rex Theatre) Wednesday 10 June Queens of the City Sat 28 June (Rex Theatre) Jazz in July @ The Rex Sunday 26th July Cafe Culture—Klexmania

Sat 22 August (@Golf Club)

Together with gardeners from the

surrounding towns of Birchip,

Wycheproof, St.Arnaud, Wedderburn and

Bendigo we travelled to Macedon on a

drizzly Sunday morning. All rugged up

with hats and umbrellas to face the

elements the first garden we visited was

Stephen Ryan’s.

Stephen is a collector of rare plants hence

scattered throughout the garden were

plants and trees which were not familiar to

us from the north of the state. Stephen likes

to overplant and see what grows best so if

something dies then he just tries something

else. He also has an extensive vegetable

patch.

Next on our tour was “Garden Glade”. An

extensive garden with very wide paths and

features terraced beds with plantings of

hydrangeas and rhododendrons which were

just beginning to flower. Life size statues

of marble and bronze were scattered

throughout the garden also featuring

topiary shrubs and gazebos. It must have

been about 1,000 steps down to the very

bottom of the garden to a creek running

through the property.

The final stop for the day on the way home

was to the Sky Dances Nursery at

Castlemaine where we browsed and

enjoyed afternoon tea.

Then it was home to Charlton ending a

most enjoyable day that turned out weather

wise much more enjoyable than predicted

and looked like at 8.00am.

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June 2015

The Maternal and Child Health Centre and Playgroup Mother's

Day Raffle was a huge success with over $700 raised. A big thank

you to all of the local businesses for their generous donations of

vouchers and goods and thank you to the wider community for

your support!

The lucky winners were:

1st Prize ($400 hamper) - Chris Pualic

2nd Prize - Karen Hutcheon

3rd Prize - Julie McGrath

Charlton Playgroup is run each monday morning through the

school term from 9.30am to 11.00am at the health centre and is

great fun for kids and parents alike! The kids enjoy an organised

craft activity, free play with a huge range of indoor and outdoor

toys and morning tea and parents can enjoy a cuppa and chat in a

relaxed environment. Everyone is very welcome!! The kids had a great time when Lisa from Playgroup Victoria visited this

month with lots of fun activities for everyone!!

Article by Jenny Pollard

“If you are helping somebody and expecting something in return,

you’re doing business, not kindness”.

It was with these words that Buloke Mayor Cr. Reid Mather

welcomed those attending the Buloke “Valuing Our Volunteers”

event held at the Rex Theatre in Charlton on the 24th of May.

“The author of that quote is unknown” Cr. Mather said, “but I think

the sentiments relate strongly to volunteerism.”

“Volunteerism in Buloke is the absolute fabric of who we are. The

importance of volunteers can’t be understated, and without them

Buloke would be a poorer place. They are the unsung in the Buloke

community, and today Council just wanted to say “thankyou” in a

small way. My Council colleagues and I appreciate the work you do

and I think the Rex is a fitting venue to hold this event,” Cr. Mather

said.

Despite the high level of volunteering throughout the Shire it was

disappointing that only a small percentage of volunteers took the

opportunity to enjoy the generosity of the afternoon. However, those

attending gave positive feedback to the organisers and expressed their

gratitude for the acknowledgement.

The Rex Theatre also extended appreciation to its own volunteers – to

those who regularly and consistently work to keep the theatre

operational.

In the form of a Rex ID Reward card the holder is entitled to free

admission for one movie and one live show of their choice over a

twelve month period.

A delicious luncheon and afternoon tea was provided by St. Joseph’s

Auxiliary, with the vegetable soup being a standout favourite.

Volunteering involves all age groups and crosses numerous elements of our society – its scope and dedication being the powerhouse of rural

communities. Buloke Mayor Cr. Reid Mather along with Deputy Mayor Cr. David Pollard acknowledged the extensive contribution given by

the countless volunteers within this region at the “Valuing Our Volunteers’ event last Sunday. Pictured with just some of those attending the

event are (back l-r) Ian Austerberry, Deputy Mayor, Cr. David Pollard, Buloke Mayor Cr. Reid Mather, Ping Ong, (front l-r) Abby Shay,

Noelene Austerberry, Faye Hodgson, Lily Gao, Anna King, Jackie Cartwright and Virginia Winter.

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June 2015

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Jo Russell

Charlton Arts

Taliska, the 5 piece Scottish band, presented a fabulous night of

music on Saturday May 30 at the Charlton Golf Club.

This was the second Cafe Culture show for the year. Talsiska had

been performing in small towns all over the state from Marysville to

Ruffy every weekend in May before coming to Charlton.

It's thanks to the touring company Just Shows to Go, Arts Victoria

and the local Charlton Arts Group that we're able to bring quality

shows like Taliska to Charlton.

A crowd of over 80 from Charlton and the surrounding towns as well

and as far away as Melbourne and Winchelsea, responded

enthusiastically to Taliska's brilliant musicianship. They certainly

lived up to their reputation and gave generously of their talent.

As well as captivating the audience with their instrumental versatility

and stirring vocals there was a lot of fun in the in-between repartee as

we got to know a little more about the players and their songs. We

won't forget their rendition of Waltzing Matilda and the extended

story behind it!

Taliska were very generous with encores and were happy to chat to

people during supper. No one was in a hurry to leave. People loved

both the traditional and contemporary Scottish music.

So a big thank you for coming along and making it such a great night.

The next Cafe Culture show is Klezmania on August 22 at the

Charlton Golf Club so mark that date on your calendar now and be

sure of another great night.

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June 2015

Article by Jenny Pollard

Charlton’s Cabbaritta CWA Night Branch celebrated their

Ruby Anniversary in May with a sumptuous High Tea and in

the company of past and present members and guests.

With the State President Dorothy Coombe in attendance one

of the highlights of the day was the inaugural presentation of

the new Service Badges and Certificates to members Pat

Sutton, Margaret Fradd and Bernice Kenny in recognition of

40 years of service to CWA.

The cutting of the anniversary cake reunited the original

executive members of Cabbaritta from its first meeting held

on 12 May 1975. President Val Robinson, Pat Sutton (Vice

President), Margaret Hinks (Junior Vice President), Margaret

Fradd (Secretary), Patti Jones (Treasurer), along with current

President Eily Rosewall joined to cut the cake as ‘Happy

Birthday” was sung by those gathered.

Amongst the official guests attending the celebration was the

Member for Ripon, Louise Staley and East Wimmera Group

Secretary Aileen Tilig, representing Group President Cherie

Duncan. Representing East Wimmera Branches were

members from Bealiba, Donald Nightingales, Kara, Marnoo,

Stuart Mill, the newly formed Wedderburn and Wirrim.

The story of Cabbaritta was briefly outlined from its’ origins

in the Younger Set days, (outlined by former member Lola

Ellis), to the establishment of the current branch, (outlined by

Val Robinson), through to contemporary times (outlined by

Bernice Kenny).

Over its 40 year history Cabbaritta has produced three Group

Presidents – Bernice Kenny, Annette Robinson and Bronwyn

Simpson, and now a State Vice President with Bronwyn

recently elected to the position.

With an overall total of 124 members, contributing more than

893 years of service, and now with a junior branch of 15

eager youngsters, it was small wonder that State President

Dorothy congratulated the Cabbaritta on its “forty fabulous

years.”

Photos, scrapbooks and an extensive craft display added to

the day, along with the presentation of a rose and

commemorative bookmark to guests as they departed.

A significant moment of the day was the reuniting of the original Branch executive to cut the 40th

birthday cake. Pictured are (l-r) Patti Jones ( Treasurer), Margaret Hinks (Junior Vice

President), Margaret Fradd (Secretary), Val Robinson (President), Pat Sutton (Vice President),

with current Cabbaritta Branch President, Eily Rosewall.

The first recipients of the new

CWA Victoria Service Badges and

certificates are pictured with State

President Dorothy Coombe (l) at

the recent Cabbaritta 40th Anniver-

sary celebration. With the State

President are (l-r) Bernice Kenny,

Margaret Fradd and Pat Sutton,

whose commitment to the organi-

sation has been exemplary.

Branch President Eily Rosewall (second left) is pictured with official

guests, CWA Victoria State President, Dorothy Coombe, Member for

Ripon, Louise Staley and East Wimmera Group Secretary Aileen Tilig,

representing Group President Cherie Duncan.

The Cabbaritta 40th Birthday cake was a

rich fruit cake covered with butter icing

and made by Bernice Kenny.

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June 2015

Written by Caroline Olive

The Elliott Gardens were alive with the music of the Charlton

and Wycheproof Band on Sunday 24 May. Charlton residents,

invited guests and military history enthusiasts were there to

witness the unveiling of a commemorative bust of Major–

General Harold ‘Pompey’ Elliott.

Carolyn Olive, secretary of the Charlton Forum, welcomed

everyone and outlined how the project came about. Concerned

that Pompey’s place in Charlton’s history had dimmed over

time, it was the unveiling of a Pompey statue in Ballarat that

was the catalyst for a statue for Charlton. The sculptor, Louis

Laumen, agreed to create a bust based on his statue of Pompey

in Ballarat. Various Charlton community groups were

approached for funding and many were happy to contribute to

such a worthy tribute.

Ross McMullin, the renowned biographer of Pompey Elliott,

gave a short retrospective on Pompey’s life and career

outlining his early start in West Charlton and his achievements

during the First World War that made him famous.

Harold Heslop OAM, a Vietnam War Veteran and RSL state

executive member, did the official honour of unveiling the

bust. Harold commented that in reading about Pompey, he was

reminded of how similar his leadership style was to that of

Lieutenant-Colonel Harry Smith who was prominent at the

Battle of Long Tan.

Carolyn then spoke about Henry Gunther of the 7th Battalion

which was commanded by Pompey at the start of the war.

Harry enlisted in July 1915 but due to ill health did not see

action at Gallipoli. He did however eventually get to know the

larger than life Pompey Elliot, writing about him in letters

home and talking of him fondly after the war. Henry’s

grandchildren, Sue McDonald and her brother John Stephens,

were invited to lay a wreath in memory of all of the men who

had served under Pompey, particularly those from the Charlton

area but most importantly those that did not make it home.

Carolyn thanked the organisations that made the project

possible including funding from Charlton Lions Club, Charlton

Rotary Club, OASIS Service Club, Charlton Blazeaid Caterers,

Charlton Golden Grains Museum, Charlton 2013 Back-to

Committee, Charlton RSL Branch, the Charlton & District

Community Bank and lastly the Charlton Forum. The Buloke

Shire Council was thanked for laying the concrete slab and

painting the Ben Green Memorial Rotunda so it looked nice

and fresh for the occasion. Louis Laumen was thanked for

creating the striking statue and Ross McMullin for helping

with the text on the plaques.

Following the unveiling guests were invited to afternoon tea

and a presentation by Ross McMullin on the life and career of

Pompey Elliott.

The bust is on a scale of 1½ times the size of the real Pompey

Elliott. Made from bronze with coloured highlights, the bust

sits on a bluestone pedestal with four information plaques,

one on each of its four sides.

Charlton & Wycheproof Band

Pictured following the unveiling are: (l-r) Ross McMullin-author of

the award winning biography on “Pompey” Elliott, Carolyn Olive,

Secretary Charlton Forum, and guest Harold Heslop OAM (RSL

Victorian Branch).

Their grandfather served in the 7th Battalion under “Pompey”,

and last Sunday John Stephens and Sue McDonald laid a wreath

in honour of the respect shown by the Battalion’s men for their

leader.

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June 2015

Article by Jenny Pollard

For many, our understanding of the ancient sport of karate is formed

purely by the sensationalism of movies which grab only the most

overt elements to build a heightened sense of drama and combat.

For those who choose to learn karate, the history and cultural

associations, along with the intellectual reasoning behind the moves

make this sport as much an art form as a form of defence and physical

activity. This underlying knowledge is mandatory as participants

ascend to the higher levels of the sport with black belt, and Shihan

(Master) status.

The road to these achievements – unlike the movies – takes a

considerable amount of time and commitment from the individual.

For those who desire to learn karate the Buloke region is indeed

fortunate to have the services of Shihan (Master) Lance McInnes, who

for the past decade, has travelled to Charlton on a weekly basis to

teach the traditional Japanese Kyokushin karate - a discipline steeped

in ancient philosophies which instils respect, honesty and builds

confidence and character.

With forty-five years experience, Lance, a 6th Dan black belt who is

rated as one of the top five exponents of this form of karate in

Australia, regularly travels to Japan to update and refine his skills,

thus bringing expertise of the highest standard to this area.

The Charlton group recently celebrated their decade long anniversary

with cake, reminiscing and fun following their weekly session.

Like the activity he teaches, Lance McInnes has applied the utmost

dedication to creating an opportunity for rural communities to have

the chance to learn this skill.

Apart from his busy schedule in Bendigo where he runs Bendigo

Karate, he also runs “Dojos” (training halls) in Rochester and Maiden

Gully, and previously in Castlemaine, along with the Charlton group.

For Charlton the celebration of ten years continuous service is in

addition to an earlier time when Lance originally began classes at the

St. Joseph’s Primary School Hall. From there it moved to the

Charlton Football club rooms, and in 2005 the sessions began at the

Uniting Church hall.

Following the 2011 flood Lance, who is accompanied by his wife

Heather, ran classes free of charge for three months at the Charlton

Stadium to try and maintain some normality while the town was

getting back on its’ feet.

The current Charlton group, ranging in age from the young through to

adult participants, showcases skills from beginners through to those

like Jason Dowell, who are reaching the higher levels of expertise.

For Jason, who is preparing for a black belt grading later this year,

and Brooke Thompson who currently has a green/brown belt, the

commitment required to attain these levels is not handed out lightly.

A “grading” (or exam) at these levels involves a four hour session in

front of a panel, which assesses the participants’ understanding,

physical moves and mental discipline in the sport.

For others in the group, the reasons for involvement are many and

varied, but there was no doubting their efforts in participation and

response to Lance’s requests.

The family element features large in the Charlton “dojo” with a

number of parents and children taking part. Participants from Donald

and Wycheproof have also swelled the ranks.

The celebration also marked a milestone for Brooke Thompson who,

as the only remaining original member had the honour of cutting the

anniversary cake. Brooke’s record doesn’t stop there as she has never

missed a training session throughout this time.

Following the cutting of the cake, Brooke thanked Lance on behalf of

the group for his commitment to bringing his skills to this region over

the years.

For more information about Kyokushin Karate classes in Charlton

contact 0438 768 412 for details.

Celebrating their tenth anniversary thanks to the dedication of

Bendigo Kyokushin Karate Shihan Lance McInnes (middle row left),

the Charlton karate group are (back l-r) Jason Dowell and Mick

Jablonka, (middle row l-r) Lance, Charlotte Dowell, Brooke

Thompson holding the anniversary cake, Kirsty Fraser, Matt

Thompson and StephanieMill (Wycheproof), (front l-r) Sean and Aidy

Hogan (Donald), Angus Jablonka and Atticus

Stoneking.

Angus Jablonka of Charlton tackles a flying side kick.

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June 2015

Article by Jenny Pollard

Charlton residents turned out in force for the centennial

commemorations of the Gallipoli Landing at the 2015 Anzac Day.

A large crowd gathered at the cenotaph where floral tributes were

laid by Charlton RSL President Ken Jones, guest speaker Captain

Arthur Roe, Deputy Mayor, Cr. David Pollard, Charlton P12 College

School Captains Lachlan Holmes-Brown and Karri McKee, St.

Joseph’s Primary School Captains Fergus Bourke, Olivia Brash and

Caileb Good, representatives of the RSL Sub Branch, the general

public and visitors.

Following the wreath laying a minutes’ silence was observed, then

RSL members were joined by other participants for the march to the

Charlton Shire Hall.

Family groups along with a large contingent of school children also

took part in the march. Members of the Charlton Red Cross were

also visible presence, their banner which read “the power of

humanity.”

A number of those marching carried photos of relatives who had

been in the Great War.

As in previous years, the procession was accompanied by music

played by the Charlton/ Wycheproof Band.

Emergency services personnel had also been invited to take part in

this year’s march, and representatives from across the Charlton

Country Fire Authority Group were in attendance.

The Charlton Hall, suitably enhanced with paintings of the Victoria

Cross recipients exhibition “Men of Valour”, was standing room

only, as a crowd of around 300 filled the venue.

President of the Charlton RSL Sub-Branch, Ken Jones welcomed all

before acknowledging the official party which included Captain

Arthur Roe from Puckapunyal, Deputy Mayor, Cr. David Pollard,

and Padre (Military Chaplain) Anglican Deacon, Erin Tuineau.

Mr. Jones also acknowledged the long service given by previous

Padre, Mr. Bill Round.

Opening the proceedings Ken read an untitled poem found on the

body of a soldier killed during the early days of the Gallipoli

campaign.

Cr. Pollard then gave a short address highlighting the ideals

engraved on pillars at Isurava at Kokoda - “courage” “endurance”

“mateship” and ‘sacrifice” – the qualities exemplified by the men in

the gullies and cliffs of the Gallipoli Peninsula one hundred years

ago.

The Charlton Community Choir, under the leadership of Gill

Gretgrix, provided a choral background with the Anzac Hymn “

Abide With Me” as College Chaplain, Garry Allen narrated a story

called “The Deck of Cards.”

Mr. Jones then introduced guest speaker, Captain Arthur Roe, who

gave a thoughtful and uplifting address.

Encouraging the crowd to pause for a time of reflection, an

evocative and moving piece of music from “The Armed Man – A

Mass for Peace” by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins was played.

The morning’s ceremony concluded with the playing of the New

Zealand national anthem “God Defend New Zealand” followed by

the singing of “Advance Australia Fair”.

Mr. Jones paid special thanks to the Charlton / Wycheproof Band for

their continued support of the Anzac Day commemorations.

Appreciation for the OASIS Club was also noted for their assistance

in setting up the hall, and providing the luncheon which followed the

ceremony.

Even though this Anzac Day was a day of many emotions, there was

a strong sense of unity and an uplifting feeling at the Charlton

commemoration.

Many families had come together for the day, making special trips to

be back home to with parents.

There were also a number of former Charlton residents who returned

to be a part of this significant occasion.

The chance to catch up with friends from near and far over the

luncheon and morning tea was an added bonus which most took the

opportunity to enjoy.

World War 1 memorabilia was on display in the RSL club room, and

all were encouraged to view this following the ceremony.

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June 2015

WWI—The Charlton Story: May–June1915 WWI—The Charlton Story is a

monthly segment produced by the

Charlton Golden Grains Museum. It

draws primarily on reports and stories

from the East Charlton Tribune

detailing the impact of the war on the

Charlton community each month,

exactly 100 years ago.

ON THE HOME FRONT Fundraising for the war effort was

still a hive of activity. The Red Cross

Ladies were busy holding weekly

sewing sessions with sixty-three ladies

turning up for the first session. The first

parcel of goods sent away included

shirts and face washers. Novelty

evenings were to be held on the first

Saturday of the month with the first

evening promising such entertainment

as singing and humorous charades. On

its first successful novelty evening, a

game called “Aunt Sally” was renamed

“Killing the Kaiser” where participants

had to knock the spike out of a helmet

from a suitably attired and moustached

dummy on stage. The penny fund was

going well but the collection box left

each Wednesday in front of the East

Charlton Hotel for residents living on

farms etc., was showing a distinct lack

of donations. Button Day required

residents to purchase a Belgium Button

for 1s—these would be produced each

month. Linen Day was also scheduled

for people to pass on their sterilized old

linen and clothing. A fundraiser football

match was scheduled to take place

between teams representing two

sections of the town—Armstrong Street

and High Street.

Mr Frank Pay’s Globe Hotel had

just received the finishing touches on its

refurbishment. Completely renovated

inside and out, including the stabling

area, it boasted a refurbished billiard

table which would be greatly

appreciated by the ’knights of the cue.’

Great effort was put into the annual

Empire Day celebrations with patriotic

fervour at its peak. A special program of

events started at the state school with

involvement of the children followed by

a procession of councillors, the fire

brigade and other groups and

individuals to the Boer War Memorial.

The war lent the occasion a more

solemn atmosphere than usual.

C h a r l t o n w i t h d r e w f r o m

negotiations to join a football

association with Korong Vale,

Wedderburn, Borung and Wychitella.

Instead, games would be played against

local IOR and ANA teams as well as

teams from other towns on occasion.

OUR SOLDIERS Several more of Charlton’s young

men enlisted and were farewelled in

May and June 1915. Ronald Ross, aged

20, son of Mr K Ross of Richmond

Plains enlisted with the 24th Battalion

and embarked on the Euripides on May

10. Ronald worked for the Commercial

Bank and after a period working in

Charlton had been working in

Nagambie.

Clive Luth who had enlisted with

the 24th Battalion and was to embark

also on May 10, did not leave

Australian shores straight away and

remained at camp for some time finally

embarking in September with the 21st

Battalion.

William Fowler and Eric Blabey

enlisted with the 13th Light Horse

Regiment and embarked on the Persic

on May 28. At their farewell

presentation they were encouraged to

respect the uniform they were wearing

as they were representing Victoria,

Australia and the Empire. William

McDonald, son of the local station

master and former employee of the

Charlton Commercial Bank also sailed

on the Persic.

Eric Hay who worked for the Bank

of Australasia in Charlton as an

accountant, enlisted in June and was

quickly promoted to Corporal and sent

to the officers’ training camp.

Mr Daniel Dew enlisted at age 43

after several previous attempts. He was

a married man so left a wife behind in

Charlton.

Fred Gilbert of Chirrup enlisted

with the 14th Battalion and would

embark on board the Persia in August

Mr McKenzie, the Teddywaddy

West and Barrakee South 1/2 time

teacher enlisted and received a fond

farewell from his students and friends.

Thomas Ryan from Narrewillock

was aged 18 and enlisted with the 6th

Battalion. He would leave on board the

Anchises in August.

George Cox of West Charlton

enlisted with the 8th Battalion and

would sail on the Demosthenes in July.

He was given a farewell presentation at

the Presbyterian Church and presented

with a wrist watch.

Nurse Douglass, daughter of James

Douglass of Barrakee North, joined the

AIF in May and would embark in June.

She would return in November after

marrying Englishman, Arthur Upfield,

in Cairo. Arthur was later to become a

famous author.

Wounded Harold Peverill suffered a kick to

the knee from a horse at camp. Whilst

recovering in Mena House which had

been converted to a hospital he wrote to

his parents: “Coming to this hospital is a great

change. Its as good as a tonic to hear the

English language spoken by Australian

Nurses.

I met Corporal Shannahan recently. He

came over to see me and is unfortunately

suffering from rheumatics, owing to

sleeping in wet blankets whilst over at

Ismailia on Suez, fighting the Turks. The

night dews are very heavy, and in the open

will wet one’s blankets through.

I am tired of being laid up and want to

rejoin my regiment for they expect to shift in

about ten days—and I don’t want to be left

behind again.....A lot of the boys have gone

away to an unknown destination. Most of

the Charlton boys went with them. [Editor’s

Note: This letter was written before the

Gallipoli landing.]

Photo: George

Cox enlisted

with the 8th

Battalion.

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WWI—The Charlton Story: May-June1915 Arthur Hando of Woosang received

gun shot wounds to both knees. He

would rejoin his unit after a month in

hospital. Later Arthur would receive

another injury rendering him blind in

the left eye and he would have to be

invalided home. A talented footballer,

he went on to play 46 games for South

Melbourne in the VFL.

Lance–Corporal William Poole,

Private Tom Williams and Private

Charles Ivens, all members of the 7th

Battalion, were listed as wounded.

William Poole had received a gun shot

wound to the arm and Private Ivens was

shot in the leg, both during the landing

at Gallipoli or shortly after. Private

Williams received a gun shot wound to

the left arm and after 16 days of

treatment and 2 days back in the field

was wounded again on his left wrist and

would be in hospital for another 2 1/2

months. In a letter he states he had a

narrow escape from having his hand

blown off. The wristlet watch he was

wearing was blown to pieces.

Private Adam Kirk who had

enlisted with the 6th Battalion with his

19 year old brother Donald, received a

gunshot wound. They were the

grandsons of William Kirk, a well

known Charlton Coachbuilder.

Lance-Corporal Laurie Anderson

was reported missing after the landing

at Gallipoli but was eventually

discovered wounded in one of the

British trenches.

Letter from the Front Private Pennefather who was with

the 7th Battalion wrote to his mother.

“I suppose you will be very anxious

to hear from me, and to know how I am.

I sent a cablegram to you the first time

we were allowed. I am well and unhurt.

At present we are behind the firing line.

We had a very hot time for the first

week, and on landing under heavy fire

from the enemy. A lot of my friends have

either been killed or wounded, among

them being some Charlton boys. In our

battalion, 1100 strong, only 400

answered the roll call. I will not give

you the names of the killed and

wounded and missing I know, as you

will see their names in the papers.

The weather has been beautifully

fine, excepting the nights, which are a

bit on the cold side. The fighting has

been very hard and trying. Shrapnel is

the thing we have to watch most, as it

comes on you suddenly, and you don't

have time to take cover. I saw K.W

McDonald tell Mrs McDonald he is

well.

What do the people think of their

troops now, after the severe criticism

they gave us while in Egypt.? [Editor’s

Note: The Australian soldiers had been

criticized for their poor behaviour

whilst in Egypt].

The men we are fighting are rotten

rifle shots. Some of their snipers are

good, but they are getting scarce. I cant

tell you where we are, or who we are

fighting, but I suppose you will know by

the papers. My feelings when first under

fire I cannot express, but we all got over

it, and a shell has to come pretty close

now to make us ‘bob’ our heads. The

Jack Johnsons we used to read about I

saw for the first time today. Our first

introduction to shell fire was shrapnel.

Now mother don't worry or be anxious

about me, as I think, in fact I am pretty

sure that I sill be spared to come

through this campaign alive.

I am writing this sitting at the back

of an embankment of earth we threw up

to protect us. The sun is shining down

nice and warm, and I have just finished

a good mid-day meal. We get very good

food here, and tobacco and cigarettes

are issued as well. Sergt Rochester (you

know him) is puffing away at his old

pipe and everyone is contented. I feel as

if I had just had a good Xmas dinner

(and as lazy).

Killed in Action Private Ernest Moore (1393)

enlisted with the 5th Battalion on 14

October 1914. He was killed in action at

Gallipoli between the 8th & 12th May.

Born in Broken Hill, he had been

employed as a barman at the East

Charlton Hotel and had worked for the

proprietor, Mr Robens, since he was 12

years old. A tall man at 6 foot, he was

26 years old when he died.

Sources: East Charlton Tribune;

www.aif.adfa.edu.au/index.html,

www.ancestry.com.au

Lest we forget

Ernest Moore (KIA)

Arthur Hando

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June 2015

Written by Geoff Arundel & edited by Carolyn Olive Victor (Vic) William Arundell was born in Charlton on

the 8th June 1920 in the family home which at that time was

located at 18 Armstrong Street, Charlton. He arrived much to

the surprise of his mother about 15 minutes after his twin

sister Doris. Apparently his mother and those caring for her

were expecting only one child. He was the fourth child born

to his parents Searle and Henrietta Arundell and although

growing in up in times of hardship he enjoyed a normal,

happy childhood sharing lots of fun times and special

moments with his brothers Bob and Doug and sister Doss.

Vic was educated at Charlton State Primary School and

the Charlton Higher Elementary School and as he states in his

journal. “I was not keen on school but it never worried me,

the best part was playing sport. I battled through each grade

until I had my 14th birthday and then left the very next day”.

So with that decision taken Vic began work at the family

shoe store which at that stage was owned by his father’s older

brother Jack Arundell who had established the business in

1901. He thus effectively began his apprenticeship under his

father, learning how to repair shoes. In those days shoes were

not discarded when showing signs of wear, they were always

repaired and therefore business was brisk in the trade keeping

all three of them busy. Vic records that his father was a hard

task master in that if he missed a stich when hand sewing a

sole he would be made to pull out all the stiches and re do it

again

The following year (1935) Jack Arundell passed away and

Vic’s father Searle (Wis) took over the business and Vic

continued his learning of shoe repairing trade and general

retailing skills which he would need if he were to take over

the management of the business in the future.

Vic’s teenage years were filled with his love of sport

where he would play football and tennis and any other

outdoor activity such as swimming, fishing and rabbiting. He

also learnt to play the cornet which he played in the Charlton

Brass band and also in the army band at various stages during

the war.

On reaching his late teens his interest in the young ladies

of the town was sparked as he would regularly attend the local

dances. Around this time in 1938 a young lady by the name of

Lorna Cameron came to town as a nursemaid to the new Bank

Managers children’s and subsequently a romance blossomed

which eventually led to Vic and Lorna becoming engaged.

Just when all was going well the war intervened and in

1941 Vic was called up into the army and began his basic

training at a camp just out of Seymour with the 38th Battalion.

For the next 4 years he crisscrossed Australia on trains

and road convoys to various places in West Australia,

Queensland, New South Wales and to Darwin in the Northern

Territory where he was exposed to his first action following

the Japanese bombing of Darwin.

On the 6th February 1943 whilst on a 28 day leave break

from active duty in Perth, Vic married Lorna at the All Saints

Church in Preston and for his honeymoon he spent the first

half of his leave with Lorna’s parents in Penshurst and the

second half with his parents in Charlton. Following this Lorna

returned to work in an aircraft parts factory in Melbourne and

Vic was sent to the Atherton Tablelands in Queensland for

Jungle Warfare training with a view to being sent to the

islands north of Australia. This did not eventuate and he

continued to crisscross Australia until at Darwin his 38th

Battalion was disbanded and he was reallocated to the 26th

Battalion and sent on another jungle warfare training course in

Queensland. This time his battalion was to be sent to the

islands and on the 18th March 1945 he found himself being

loaded onto a Dutch troop ship at Townsville for transport to

Bougainville in the Solomon Islands. After a horrific crossing

where they skirted the fringe of a cyclone to get there they

were offloaded at a place called Torokina on the 23rd March

1945 the very day his daughter Marilyn was born. He did not

learn of her birth for 2 weeks and it would be 10 months

before he would finally get to see her. During his time on the

island his battalion was constantly shelled by the Japanese and

he feared that he may not live to see Marilyn at all.

After the war ended Vic was redirected to Rabaul on New

Britain Island for a further 4 months to round up the defeated

Japanese for transport home to Japan. Vic finally returned to

Australia to be discharged in Brisbane on the 6th February

1946.

On his return to civilian life Vic immediately went back to

his old job at the shoe store working for his father which he

eventually took ownership of in 1969 following his father’s

death. Also on his return he, Lorna and Marilyn moved into

their new home at 15 Arundell Square where he continued to

live for the next 66 years until his move to Bupa Aged Care

Home Bendigo on the 10th August 2012.

As part of his assimilation back into civilian life Vic

continued to play his sport and was always proud of his

premiership wins as Captain of the Charlton Reserves football

team in 1946, 1948 and 1949 which would go with his 1939

premiership he achieved before the war. He also played bowls

both outdoor and indoor, golf and table tennis for which he

was awarded life membership from the governing body in

recognition of his services to the game. Story continue next page

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In 1950 his son Geoffrey was born and Vic and his family

enjoyed a normal family life until 1980 when Lorna

unfortunately passed away. This event changed the way Vic

would live the remainder of his life, he sold the business in 1981

and whilst he continued to do shoe repairs and work part time

for the new owners his focus heavily shifted to his family and in

particular to his grandchildren that were growing in number.

Over the next 25 years or so he would travel constantly

between Charlton and Geelong and Charlton and Bendigo to

attend birthday parties at McDonalds, BMX racing, Little

Athletics, major athletic meetings, football, basketball and

netball games. He was very proud of his grandchildren’s

achievements and was fairly vocal in espousing his pride in

them around town.

At the same time Vic still remained connected to the town

he loved. He maintained his friendships with the wider

community by attending senior citizens activities and playing

pool with his mates each week. He went on touring bus trips

with other local townspeople to Western Australia, Queensland

and Tasmania. He also made a trip to England and France to

visit his grandson Tim who was working in England.

Vic was fortunate to live at home independently until he

was 92 but with the onset of dementia his final life chapter was

to be spent in Bupa Residential Care Home Bendigo.

Fortunately, when the time came for him to enter into residential

care he was accepting of the move and took to life in the home

like a duck to water. He was fed three times a day, no

housework, playing indoor bowls and Kelly pool, attending

concerts and going on bus outings, life couldn’t get much better.

Even though his confusion became more pronounced in the last

12 months of his life and he was moved to the secure area of the

Home, he still maintained relatively good health and mobility

and enjoyed his interaction with family, staff and visitors.

However, after a very short period of illness, Vic passed

away peacefully in the presence of his family on the 30th April

2015.

Article by Brooke Thompson

On the 23rd-24th of May, seven teams of North Central junior

hockey players took their grass field skills to Melbourne to compete

in the Junior Country Championships. Charlton sent nine

representatives which included Xanthe Fitzpatrick in the Under 15

Girls A team, Emilee De Maria and Jazzmin Phillips in the Under 15

Girls B team, Arthur Bourke, Henry Bourke and Matt Thompson

playing for the Under 15 Boys, and Tessa Fitzpatrick, Tahlia Casey-

White and Brooke Thompson playing for the Under 17 Girls.With all

teams having very successful campaigns, three North Central teams

were victorious after winning their divisions. The Under 15 Boys

had a fantastic weekend, remaining undefeated in all their 8 games,

and dominated the grand final against Goulburn Valley winning 4-0.

The Under 17 Girls also has a very impressive weekend, winning 6

games, drawing 1 and losing the other. In the grand final against

Sunraysia they played an intense game finishing in a 1 all draw. This

resulted in penalty shootouts to decide the winning team, which

North Central proved to be in a nail biting finish. Overall it was a

great and very successful weekend and enjoyed by all.

Under 15 Boys: left to right, Jacob Moresi (coach), Rory Grogan, Daniel

Postlewaite, Finn Smith, Matt Thompson, Eric Jones, Joseph Reid,

Andrew Clark, Jozef Thoolen, Arthur Bourke, Keelan Westerland, Luke

Slatter, Henry Bourke, Luke Jackson, Fletcher Bowles, Boyce Knight.

Under 17 Girls: Back row; left to right, Brooke Thompson, Kirsty Tonkin,

Hayley Sellick, Laura Van De Wetering, Nicole Clark, Kathy Hose

(coach), Tessa Fitzpatrick, Stephanie Mill, Jess Phillips. Front: Monique

Vella, Chloe Rymer, Tahlia Casey-White, Brittany Keam, Zoe Coombes,

Maddy Paley

Charlton Representatives: left to right, Arthur Bourke, Xanthe Fitzpatrick,

Henry Bourke, Matt Thompson, Jazzmin Phillips, Emilee De Maria,

Brooke Thompson, Tessa Fitzpatick (absent Tahlia Casey-White)

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June 2015

Last week at Charlton College the Healthy Youth Program was held, the Year 9 students heard

from Andrew Downes – Swan Hill Police, in relation to safe use of alcohol and the affects ICE

has on you. ICE is also known as crystal methamphetamine which is a stimulant. It may give

you a ‘high’ but with every high there must be a very low and this is where depression, black-

ness and suicide can come into play. Andrew also spoke about how the body has shut down

receptors in the brain which detects that it is not normal however individuals keep taking more

to overcome this but their bodies continue to work against it. He gave some personal experi-

ences of dealing with ICE addicts and informed the students of making the right decisions,

including how you can get out of awkward positions and where to get help. The students then

had a session with Cherie Walsh with the girls focusing on Pilates and strengthening up their

core, building up strength without bulk and improving flexibility. While the girls were partici-

pating in these exercises, the boys had a weight session learning the importance of control,

breathing and taking their time when using weights. These were two fantastic sessions that the

students thoroughly enjoyed and learnt a lot – they are looking forward to next week’s activi-

ties.

Next week the students will be heading off in different directions with the girls having a ses-

sion at the College with Maddie Holmes-Brown taking a hair care session and Barb Pellegrino

continuing the session with skin care/make-up session. Whilst the girls are going to be pam-

pered, the boys will be out on a fishing trip with Danny Blair in the aim to catch the biggest

fish! More details of these adventures next week.

Connor Lee and Henry Bourke completed their

lunges with weights above their heads

Charlton College has another tool in the fight against skin cancer

thanks to an eftpos and Cancer Council Shade for Secondary Schools

grant brought about by the work of the school’s own students.

In 2013, for the first time, Cancer Council Australia gave secondary

schools the opportunity to apply for a shade grant worth up to

$25,000. The response was overwhelming with one in eight

secondary schools across Australia applying for the unique grant,

which was funded by a $1million donation from eftpos.

Charlton Principal Kelvin Baird said the grant

had enabled the school to create a safer outdoor

environment that considered the risks of

ultraviolet (UV) radiation. “Charlton College is

dedicated to providing a shade-friendly outdoor

environment, as we know that students require

little encouragement to seek shade when it’s

provided,” Mr Baird said. “We are particularly

proud of the role our own students have played in

the grant process. Our Victorian Certificate of

Applied Learning (VCAL) students initiated the

application for this shade and have been the main

drivers of this project right throughout.”

Senior VCAL student Maddi Barber said she and

her classmates were thrilled to receive the shade

grant. “We really wanted to do something for our

school that would have a lasting impact. Two in

three Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer,

but it’s so preventable,” Maddi said.

“Thanks to this grant, more of our students are

spending time outdoors, under the shade where

they are safely protected from UV. We are really

proud that we’ve been able to contribute to the

positive health and wellbeing of our peers.”

SunSmart Youth and Advocacy Co-ordinator

Jane Hill said it was particularly pleasing to see

younger generations recognise the importance of being SunSmart.

“Melanoma is the most common cancer in Australians aged 12-24

years, with more than double the number of cases than any other kind

of cancer. Without access to proper shade during school hours – when

UV levels peak – our young people are at risk of developing skin

cancer in the future. “We would like to congratulate the students at

Charlton College for taking a leading role to address skin cancer in

their community. Their hard work will help students, teachers and

other school visitors to be SunSmart for years to come.”

Photos: Kelvin Baird – Principal, Nathan King, Clinton Olive – College council presi-

dent, Nicole Walsh, Karri McKee, Jan Hill – SunSmart Youth & Advocacy Co-ordinator,

Maddi Barber, Natasha Saunders – Teacher & Nic McCallum.

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June 2015

On the 22nd to 24th April Charlton College Year 9 students, Mrs Smyth, Damo

and Kaitlyn (student teacher) travelled to the Grampians to experience 3 days

of hiking and camping. The students walked several kilometres each day

within a range of environments and distances. The first day we walked

14.2kms which was a great way to start warming up our legs ready for our big

day the next day. On the second day we walked for 7.5 hours resulting in

16.4kms, however this climb was very strenuous as we headed up Mount Wil-

liam from the base. As we reached the top of the mountain we had to climb a

very tough 1.8kms to the top, mentally and physically pushing ourselves to get

to there. Despite not being able to see any view due to the icy cold, foggy

weather, it was a great way to exercise!! The last day we had a lighter day hik-

ing 4.3kms to loosen up our legs and prepare us to sit in the bus for the trip

home. The students showed perseverance throughout the camp to accomplish

the walks and also to put into practice their cooking skills on the trangia for

each meal. Congratulations Year 9s on a fantastic camp.

Picture: Finally reached the Pinnacle on the last day!!

Back row:- Emma Campbell, Amelia Honeyman, Georgia Walsh, Stephanie Freestone

Middle row: - Matt Sarre, Nathaniel Holmes- Brown, Trent Cossar, Connor Lee,

Wally Townsend, Emilee De Maria

Front row: Matty Thompson, Henry Brouke, Ercia Sait & Nicholas Olive

Friday 15th May Charlton College band competed in the competition

run by the schools Instrumental section of the Bendigo Competitions

Society Inc. Charlton College was number seven to perform. Other

schools to perform were two String ensembles from Girton College, a

group from St Peters College and Maryborough Education Centre

Beginner Concert Band. The Adjudicator was Josh Geddes, the Musi-

cal Director of the Bendigo and District Concert Band and the

Booroondara Symphonic Band. He completed his Masters of Music at

Melbourne University. His comments about the Charlton group were

very encouraging. Charlton College played three pieces - Skip it

Rock, Power Rock and Frere Jacques. The Adjudicator commented

that the group had ‘fantastic rhythm and style’ and that the band per-

formed with ‘great energy’

Photo: front row – Amy Campbell, Maddi Fitzpatrick, Lucinda

Holmes-Brown, Rose McGeown

Middle row – Jessy McKinnon, Eliza Phillips, Ryan Stewart, Jasper

Walsh, Angus Jablonka, Dora McGeown, Jordan Start & Teacher

Jenny Wagstaff

Back row- matildas Townsend, Ethan Needs, Kaysha Hocking &

Zara Jenkyn

‘

The EWHS and NCLLEN recently provided Charlton College Year 9-

12 students with the opportunity to visit the Charlton campus of the

East Wimmera Health Service. Amelia Honeyman, Stephanie Free-

stone, Georgia Walsh, Emma Campbell, Trent Cossar, Nathaniel

Holmes-Brown, Apryl Start, Megan Peverill & Nicole Walsh visited

the Charlton Hospital to learn about career options & pathways within

the health industry. The students were provided with information

from a physiotherapist and Community Health Nurse.

In 2016 Charlton College aims to offer senior students the opportunity

to complete further studies in the health area. This ‘health taster’ will

assist the students who attended to make informed choices regarding

their pathways and future career options.

Apryl Start being assisted out of her

chair in the aged care facility of the

hospital

Nathaniel Holmes-Brown being

‘treated’ in the emergency room of

the hospital

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June 2015

House Cross Country - Primary

Last Tuesday the 5 May Charlton College held its combined

Primary and Secondary House Cross Country events.

The primary students participated well in the annual House

Cross Country at Charlton. We had a high participation rate this

year with only 5 students missing or unable to participate on

the day. There were various cross country tracks depending on

the age of the students. The Prep students ran one lap around

the school yard while the Grade 1/2 students completed 2 laps.

The Grade 3/4 students ran a 2km track outside of the school

yard whilst the Grade 5/6 students ran a 3km track (the same as

the secondary students). Despite the cold, windy and muddy

conditions, the students were determined to complete their

particular courses and pushed themselves right to the finish

line.

Results are:

Grade Prep: 1st Leigh Van Boven, 2nd Addison Fulton, 3rd

Taylah Giles

Grade 1: 1st Robert Phillips, 2nd Sarah Blair, 3rd Maggie Riley

Grade 2: 1st Beau Johnstone, 2nd Georgia Wright, 3rd Murphy

McGeown

Grade 3: 1st Elliott Fitzpatrick (11.23mins), 2nd B.K Swallow

(11.47mins), 3rd Fletcher Holmes-Brown (13.20mins)

Grade 4: 1st Angus Johnstone (10.41mins), 2nd Bailey Hooper-

Dixon (11.12mins), 3rd Lennon Jablonka (13.28mins)

Grade 5: 1st Lucinda Holmes-Brown (17.13mins), 2nd Amy

Campbell (18.13mins), 3rd Maddison Fitzpatrick (19.43mins)

Grade 6: 1st Zara Jenkyn (14.42mins), 2nd Jordan Start

14.51mins, 3rd Angus Jablonka (16.08mins)

House Cross Country - Secondary

On Tuesday the Charlton College Cross Country was held in

testing conditions. Overnight rain and a strong westerly wind

made for a tough run, but most students remained positive and

did their best. This was reflected in the overall score for the

house groups, with Avoca coming out on top by 1 point. Well

done to all the winners and the next step is to St Arnaud for the

NCD Cross Country in 2 weeks.

Junior Boys (3km)

1st Jasper Walsh (11.34)

2nd Kyle Webb

3rd Tyson Phillips & Charlie Patullo

Junior Girls (3km)

1st Emilee De Maria (14.46)

2nd Stephanie Fitzpatrick

3rd Claudia Lee

Intermediate Boys (5km)

1st Nathaniel Holmes-Brown (20.03)

2nd Henry Bourke

3rd Connor Lee

Intermediate Girls (3km)

1st Apryl Start (16.24)

2nd Megan Peverill

3rd Erica Sait

Senior Boys (5km)

1st Kye Jenkyn (17.00)

2nd Darcy Lambert

3rd Michael Elliot

Senior Girls (3km)

1st Tessa Fitzpatrick (16.59)

2nd Sabrina Thompson

3rd Lily Gao

Angus Johnstone

Georgia Wright

April Start Kye Jenkyn

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June 2015

Newly elected President Murray McLean, chaired the meeting for

April. It was a good meeting with good attendance of newly elected

committee members, who came up with some great suggestions on

how to change or to improve for Show.

The main discussion was focused on entertainment for those aged

from 1 year old up to the age of 25.

Over the years, country shows have not had the support from the

Showmans Guild, their numbers have dwindled.

This has probably been brought about by the high cost of fuel and

wages and the outlaying of up to $3,000.00 on equipment such as the

Dodgem Cars and the Cha Cha rides and so on.

The ride operators seem to favour the bigger towns and cities, such as

Bendigo and Mildura and Swan Hill.

The Charlton Show, which is held on the third Saturday of October,

Caulfield Cup Day, clashes with 8 other shows in the region. Also

there is the Avoca Cup, Birchip B & S Ball and a Country and

Western Weekend at Patchewollock.

Over the years, Charlton Show has had its ups and downs. When the

98th Show was held it looked like there would not be a 100th. But we

are now about to have our 134th.

The 2014 Show ran at a small profit, but it was run as an

entertainment event for the People of Charlton an district.

Greg McGurk, president of the Show for 8 years, said in 2005 "Let's

have a good show , even if we lose money." So ran a rodeo where an

extra 250 people went through the gate, but with the extra expense,

the gate was down on the previous year.

In 2006 there was a school reunion which helped to boost the gate

takings.

Some years ago they had a Trots meeting in conjunction with the

show. This proved successful, but not likely to be allowed to happen

again.

At present the Charlton commences at 10.30 with the Sheep dog trials

on the Football field. This is followed by the Wood Chop on the

extensive lawn area. This event attracts 3 World Wood Chop

Champions. There are two bands who play during the afternoon, as

well as the ever popular Miss/Mr. Show champions

A large amount of catering is available during the day for the hungry

and thirsty. This is capped off with the Oasis Club tea. Then last but

not least is the fireworks just after 8.30 pm.

We are looking for suggestions please, of what you think we could

add to the Show to make it more appealing to one and all. All letter

will be considered at the next meeting.

Some are -

TUG OF WAR

Newly elected Treasurer, Doug Finlay, reported that he was in the

winning Tug of War team, Charlton Young Farmers in the 1970’s.

Charlton Tug of War team were the Australian Champions in 1924,

80 years ago. Names such as Fitzpatrick, Sait and O’Brien are still

around and with their descendants could make it a strong team yet

again. To pull in Tug of War, you have to be fit and strong in the legs

and have 5 men to a team. Charlton Show is only a few weeks after

the North Central Grand Finals so there should be a lot of young fit

footballers around. Perhaps we could throw out a challenge to the

Football Club. We might even be able to get sponsors to put up $500

or $1,000 for prize money.

Vin Sait’s father Victor Sait, was a member of the Charlton team of

1924, and Vin says he remembers Tug of War competitions in the

Charlton Victoria Hall in the early 1950’s. The local Policeman fired

the starter’s gun at the commencement and the end of every event.

The Victoria Hall was demolished and the next big event was held in

the Fire Station.

The original Cleats which were made at the Charlton Foundry became

popular and were used at the Donald and Wycheproof Shows each

year and in 1982 went to Birchip. While the Cleats were in Charlton

they were stored first at Hudgsons grain shed, and later on at

Charlton Fiberglass. However over the years the Cleats have gone

astray and no one seems to know what happened to them. A lot of

history has gone with them, so if anyone happens to know anything

about them could they give Vin a call on 0439 911 278 or drop a line

to the Secretary of Charlton Show Committee, PO Box 126,

Charlton.3525

We have however been lucky enough to have another set that has

been made available to us.

A Grand Parade - 50 years on: cars, trucks and tractors and so on

taking part in a Grand Parade The machinery could be brought back

to the show as a Vintage exhibition.

Prizes and Awards for Best Butt of Wheat, Oats or Barley which were

grown locally, were once very popular. Perhaps now we could try

this again with Prizes and Awards being for the Wheat, Oats and

Barley now being grown in the district.

Animal parades with dogs, cattle and horses. At this year’s Show

you might even be lucky enough to see Clydesdale horses and carts.

Sheep shearing competitions are big in the surrounding towns such as

St. Arnaud, Boort and the Donald Shows. Charlton in previous years

has held Shearing competitions on the Stage in the Pavillion. We

could bring back Shearing demonstrations with local shearers

perhaps. There would be small children today who may never have

seen a sheep being shorn, and also older folk who may never have

seen the Blades being used to shear.

It has been mentioned many times by several reporters, that Charlton

comes up with something new every year. Last year is was the Trick

Motor Cycles. What will it be this year?

With a 5 year plan, President Murray McLean, would like to

eventually see a two day show. With a bit of imagination who knows

what we can achieve. The Committee hope to get over $10,000 in

gate takings. Most country shows charge $15 entry. Charlton still

stays the same at $10, which with a show that runs for 10 hours

makes for cheap entertainment.

This year’s show could even be extended if the suggestions and ideas

that have already been raised by the New Committee are any

indication.

President Murray McLean says what we are trying to achieve is to put

a two day show into one day.

With some organizing and at a reduced cost, Charlton should be able

to produce twice as much entertainment this year.

The main focus will be to cater for 1 to 25 year olds.

Both St. Joseph’s and Charlton College students will be asked to take

part and forward their suggestions.

Charlton will definitely come up with something new this year and

that will please everyone.

If you have any suggestions of your own please forward them on to

the Secretary.

BETTER STILL – ATTEND THE NEXT MEETING at

Charlton Men’s Shed

Tuesday 23rd June 7.00 p.m.

New members always welcome.

www.charlton.vic.au/charlton show2015

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June 2015

Charlton Hockey Club is set to benefit from funding as part of the

second round of VicHealth’s Active Club Grants program, the Labor

Member for Western Victoria, Jaala Pulford, said today.

Ms Pulford said the grants of up to $3000 each are aimed at helping

local clubs reach out to new participants and fund items for

equipment to help them improve safety.

“160 clubs across regional and rural Victoria will receive grants as

part of this round of the VicHealth Active Club Grants program,

totaling $690,000,” Ms Pulford said.

The Active Club Grants recognise the important role local clubs and

organisations play in increasing physical activity and helping

communities stay connected.

Clubs can apply for the grants to purchase sports injury prevention

and management equipment such as first aid kits, armguards,

helmets, apparatus matting and protective head gear, or essential

sporting equipment such as uniforms, bats and balls, gloves or shin

pads.

“I am delighted to see that Charlton Hockey Club has been

successful in the second round of grants. I’m sure the money will

help the club to remain active and attract new members,” she said.

“These grants importantly promote sports and physical activity, but

they also support that real sense of community that comes from

being part of a local club,” Ms Pulford said.

On the 1st of August 2015 the Charlton Hockey Club will be

celebrating 50 year. All past players and supports are invited to attend.

The day will begin at 12.00pm with registrations then continue on into

the evening were you are invited to join the Football and Netball for a

meal with futher celebrations and socialising. The official invites will

be going out shortly. To keep up to date on the event you can like the

facebook pagewww.facebook.com/charltonhockeyclubfiftyyears and

leave your contact details or email the club

at [email protected].

We are currently working on a book to celebrate and ask that anyone

with old photos or memories they would like to share, please contact

the club asap, as it will go into print shortly. We have a few holes to

fill and if you can help with any of the missing information below we

would greatly appreciate it.

1966- Coach

1968- Best & Fairest for A & B Grade

1969- Best & Fairest for B Grade

1971- Coach and Best & Fairest for A & B Grade

1973-1990 Coach and Best & Fairest A & B Grade

You can email, message or give one of the contacts a call President

Kylie Fitzpatrick 0408609087, Leanne Gretgrix 04538506094 or Joy

Wright 0419519102.

First game for Charlton Hockey Club 1965 at Donald.

Back: Val Ellis, Joan Moresi, Janet Lynas, Lorraine Hopper, Glenda Par-

ish, Judy Lynas, Barbara Blanchard, Lynette Roberts.

Front: Yvonne Blanchard, Dawn Paterson, Lyn Hannigan. May have been

a bit wet!

The Club has had a busy last couple of months.

The April meeting was held in Pat Clifford's garden. Pats passion for

gardening is evident in a beautiful setting. Rose's in bloom, perenials

and annuals make up for a great show.

Water features ,a couple ferneries provide the ideal conditions for the

wonderful collection of fern's. Propagating and potting of ferns and

growing standard Lily Pilly's are done with great success.

Bernice thanked Pat for sharing her garden with us.

The May meeting was held in the comfortable rooms of St Josephs our

thanks to Frank for allowing the use of that for the day.

Wedderburn Garden Club members joined us .

Barry Robertson and members from the St Arnaud Community

Garden also joined in for the day .

Barry gave an informative talk on Food .

Yes Food .They way it is grown ,the chemicals

used in the producing,he also spoke of the preservatives and additives

used in the processing.

Barry grows most of his food supply; he even mills his own

flour.

A delicious lunch of soup, savouries, sausage rolls, slices

was enjoyed.

Bernice thanked members for assisting on the day and providing

the lunch .

Due to circumstances the June meeting will be cancelled .

The July meeting will be at Bernice Kenny's

The Subject: Pruning Roses

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June 2015

This year Catholic Education week was celebrated in Donald. Three

schools all gathered together to celebrate the diversity and wonder of

Catholic Education. The Day Started with the schools attending Mass,

followed by a Performance called Utter Nonsense and finishing with

Tabloid Sports.

Mass Fr. Paul, lead the Mass at Donald

for Catholic Education Week

Cluster Day on the 27th of May.

The Schools that came together

were Donald School St. Mary's,

St. Arnaud - St. Patricks and

Charlton - St. Joseph's. The mass

was started with a procession of

banners from each school.

Father Paul talked about how we

can live justly in the world. His

message for the day was "you don't have peace until you have justice."

I felt proud for carrying the St Joseph's School Banner into the church.

The mass was uplifting and inspirational. We offered each other the

sign of peace twice. The sign of peace went along with the theme of

the day. We also listened to three songs that went along with the day as

well.

By Fergus Bourke

The Performance Utter Nonsense After recess we went in to the Donald multipurpose room and watched

a performance called Utter Nonsense. The show was funny and it was

about friends are more important

than money and being famous. It

was all about a man who was a

scientist who was inventing a

machine that sucks out all your

imagination and puts it in three

memory sticks coloured yellow,

green and red. The man was so

focused on being rich and famous

he said friends are not important,,

parties are not important and going out side is not important. He fixed

his machine and sucked all his imagination out as well as his sense of

humour. He had to play back the memory sticks of imagination first the

ordinary imagination, second mysterious imagination and finally the

dangerous imagination. All the tales he sees are about friends are more

important and he finds his sense of humour when he finally goes to the

party with his friends and his girlfriend.

Article By Patrick Sait

The Tabloid Sports After lunch the St.Mary's year 6's held a tabloid sports. The P,1,2 were

split up into groups. The 3,4,5,6's were also split up into groups. Some

of the events were throwing a ball through a netball ring, there also

was tee ball game and one where you had to jump over a hurdle and

kick a soccer goal. Everyone enjoyed mixing with the other schools.

Everyone had fun and it was a great way to finish off the day.

By Patrick Soulsby

Written by Charlotte Dowel

On the 28th of May is the day we raised money for Cystic Fibrosis

It was a great success we raised around $265!!!

We all wore something red there were, red hats, red shirts, red

ribbons and all sorts of things.

Brett Schofield came in and did a brilliant job of teaching us

about how Cystic Fibrosis, is a life threatening disorder that

causes severe damage to the lungs and the digestive

system.

Cystic Fibrosis has another name; sixty-five roses.

After Mr. Schofield had finished talking we had a

lunch of hot dogs and a soft drink.

Straight after we had all finished we made our way down to the big

oval where Abby, and the teachers handed out the red balloons that

Mrs. Nelson had kindly filled

with helium for us.

When we all had a balloon

we counted down from 3 and

shouted at the top of our

lungs Cystic Fibrosis then

we all let go and watched our

balloons float away.

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June 2015

200g pitted dried dates, roughly chopped

1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

1 cup boiling water

60g butter, softened

1/2 cup caster sugar

2 eggs

1 1/3 cups self-raising flour

Butterscotch sauce

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 cup pure cream

100g butter, chopped

Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Grease a 6cm-deep,

18cm (base) round cake pan. Line base with baking paper.

Place dates and bicarbonate of soda in a heatproof bowl. Add

boiling water. Stand for 20 minutes or until tender.

Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until pale and

creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.

Using a large metal spoon, stir in date mixture and flour. Stir to

combine.

Spoon mixture into cake pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or

until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Stand

for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack.

Meanwhile, make butterscotch sauce: Combine sugar, cream

and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, for

3 minutes or until boiling. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2

minutes. Pour warm sauce over warm cake. Serve

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June 2015

60ml (1/4 cup) olive oil

700g lean beef mince

2 large brown onions, halved, thinly sliced

2 teaspoons brown sugar

2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

200g pkt sliced Swiss brown mushrooms

1 large zucchini, cut into 1cm pieces

2 tablespoons plain flour

375ml (1 1/2 cups) salt-reduced beef stock

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1 sheet puff pastry, partially thawed

Preheat oven to 220C/200C fan forced. Heat 2 tsp of the oil in a non-stick

frying pan over medium-high heat. Add mince. Cook, stirring, for 3-4

minutes or until browned. Transfer to bowl.

Heat 2 tbs of remaining oil in pan over medium heat. Add onion. Season.

Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes or until soft. Add sugar and

vinegar. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until caramelised. Transfer to a

bowl.

Heat remaining oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add mushroom and

zucchini. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until soft. Return

mince and onion mixture to pan. Sprinkle with flour. Cook, stirring, for 1

minute. Slowly add stock, stirring constantly until smooth. Stir in

Worcestershire sauce. Bring to boil. Simmer for 2 minutes or until

thickened slightly. Transfer to a 2L (8 cup) baking dish. Top with pastry.

Brush with egg. Cut a small slit in centre of pastry. Bake for 25 minutes or

until puffed and golden

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June 2015

The cold is setting in and we are rugging up but it is great that

members are still turning up for our monthly meeting. This month we

had 45 present with 14 apologies. We received a thank you in reply to

club appreciation of her input since the establishment of our Probus

Club from Rose Curnow. Rose has recently made the move to

Bendigo and will be missed. Anne Kenney has taken over the position

of Program Officer and this was much appreciated. Beth Curnow gave

us a number of beautiful verses bringing a tear to many eyes as she

recited memories of Mothers for Mothers Day.

We welcome a new member today with Gill Gretgrix, it is great to

achieve continuous growth in membership numbers.

Our guest speaker for this month was from Eaglehawk Hearing Sheryl

Lewien and she spoke in depth of the issues confronting both our

members and the general public with Hearing Loss. Many people may

suffer from work related loss, also maturing age and congenital issues

to name a few. She outlined some issues of reluctance found quite

commonly amongst those with hearing loss. Reluctance to have

hearing tested, blaming others for not speaking clearly, turning their

heads to hear better when having trouble and the fear of: “ the cost of

both hearing tests, aids and batteries.” The same person and in fact

three quarters of the population, will go to have their eyes tested and

teeth attended to but do

not want people to know

they have a hearing issue

or to acknowledge they

are getting old. Some

according to Sheryl may

try to guess what is being

said, by watching body

language and lip reading,

where she informed from

statistical data that less

than 25% of Lip Reading

leads to understanding of what is being said. As a result the

deterioration is often brought to their attention by others and self

denial can lead to depression and isolation where some withdraw

from social networks and miss out on life generally. We were told that

the earlier this is dealt with the better the quality of life. Therefore it

was good to see so many members line up to book the free hearing

test. Many thanks Sheryl for a most informative presentation.

Our new member Gill Gretgrix with Mareita

Doughty and Marg Wood

Charlton Kinder Kids love visiting the Charlton Bakery, and it’s not just to

choose which yummy food to eat! For over a year now, the Bakery has

elected to become the local Gallery of Preschool Paintings. And it’s not only

the children who delight in going in and seeing their own work proudly

framed and displayed up around the walls. Customers regularly comment on

the displays, enjoying the unique and clever view of the world that young

children present.

The Kinder itself has even received a phonecall from a traveller living in

Canberra who simply wanted to pass on how much they enjoyed the

surrounds as they ate a delicious lunch!!!

It’s a great working partnership – the Preschool thanks the Bakery for

allowing them to display children’s work...and the Bakery thanks the children

for presenting them with paintings to brighten up the walls.

Make sure you get to visit the Bakery for a scrumptious morning tea or lunch,

and take a moment to enjoy the individual views of the world presented by

our local 4 and 5 year olds!!!

A dinner held at The Boyz

Café on Monday May 18th

by Nepalese Chefs Razzindra

& Dillp raised $630 in

donations. The money was

donated to an orphanage in

earthquake ravaged Nepal.

At the enthusiastic innovation of Donna McCallum, 667

beautiful red poppies were made by various members of

service clubs, community groups and individuals to join

thousands of others in the fabulous display seen at

Federation square for the Centenary celebrations of Anzac

and other memorable battlefields.

The local “Big Poppy” which was put together by the local

Craft group, was first displayed at the Rotary Art Show in

October and then at the Agricultural Show in the

pavilion. Well done Donna and your troops!

Thank you so much- a fabulous effort and a credit to

everyone involved.

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June 2015

REX THEATRE NEWS - June

REX RENOVATION

It’s nearly completed, and the changes will create a better facility for

live stage shows. The new stage has been extended approximately 2.5

metres into the auditorium, giving greater depth to the stage along

with removing the angled floor. Onleys Holdings of Donald have

been doing the construction work, and Addlem Engineering built the

framework which will now house the screen when raised above the

stage.

This renovation has been a longer process than first envisaged, but the

outcome will set the Rex up to comfortably accommodate a variety of

entertainment options.

The renovations have impacted on the central heating system so while

there will be some replacement heating, patrons are advised to come

prepared when attending events after the theatre re-opens. Doonas,

rugs, blankets, scarves, hats, gloves, etc are encouraged!

REX WEBSITE We are currently having problems with the Rex website, so for

the most up-to-date information check the Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Rex-Theatre-

Charlton/184119601696610

We apologise for this inconvenience, which we hope will soon

be resolved.

COMING LIVE EVENTS at The Rex

DON’T MISS OUT ON THE

COMEDY FESTIVAL!

INTERNATIONAL COMEDY

FESTIVAL ROADSHOW

Wed 10 June 8.00pm

Melbourne International Comedy Festival is on the road again

with a colossal night of hilarity.

Be prepared for laughs a plenty as we let our most loved

comedians loose onto the open road for the Melbourne Comedy

Festival Roadshow.

Comedians performing in Charlton will be David Quirk, Anne

Edmonds, Justin Hamilton, Lloyd Langford and Tom Ballard.

Get ready for a night of side-splitting fun, razor-sharp, high

velocity wit. Don’t miss out!

*Warning: Performances may contain coarse language, sexual

references and material that can offend.

It is recommended for people aged 15 years or older.

TICKETS: $25 pre-booked

$35 at door

Bookings: 0422 522 731

Email: [email protected]

QUEENS OF THE CITY

SATURDAY 26 JUNE 8.00pm

Queens of the City’ is being heralded as the ‘Musical Mashup

Comedy of the Year’ with more sequins, feathers and frocks

than you can poke a stick at! So dust off those lashes, put on

those pumps,and reach for your sunglasses, because Simoana

Luvzit, Frayda Cocks and Emma Roids are back shining

brighter than ever and coming to the Rex this June!

WARNING: These shows include audience participation, so

get out those dancing shoes, and be the Dancing Queen you’ve

always wanted to be!

COMING OUT NEVER LOOKED SO FABULOUS!

TICKETS: $30 pre-booked

$35 at door

Bookings: 0422 522 731 or 5491 1403

Email: [email protected]

Keep up to date on the Rex website www.rextheatre.org.au

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Rex-Theatre-

Charlton/184119601696610

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June 2015

Tuesday Night results for 21st April; Section

1 winner Rae Heenan; Section 2 - Ben

Simpson; Section 3 - Michael Elliot; Section

4 - Diming Liu.

28th April; Section 1 – Ping Ong; Section 2

– Jason Wiseman; Section 3 – Megan

Peverill; Section 4 – Stacey Reeves; Section 5 – Rory Fahey.

5th May; Section 1 – Kris Clifford; Section 2 – Damien McIntyre;

Section 3 – Tim Smyth; Section 4 – Rachael Smyth; Section 5 –

Diming Liu.

12th May; Section 1 – Kris Clifford; Section 2 – Ben Simpson;

Section 3 – Morgan Crisp; Section 4 – Chris Stopps; Section 5 –

Julian Smith.

19th May; Section 1 – Kris Clifford; Section 2 – Chris Stopps;

Section 3 – Jed Thompson; Section 4 – Connor Lee; Section 5 –

Julian Smith.

26th May; Section 1 – Kris Clifford; Section 2 – Jed Thompson;

Section 3 – Connor Lee; Section 4 – Julian Smith; Section 5 –

Diming Liu.

Friday Morning Ladies: 17th April: Section 1 winner was Julie

Roberts; Section 2 – Bev Plunkett and Section 3 was won by Ena

Green.

24th April; Section 1 – Maree Hooper; Section 2 – Kaye

Blanchard; Section 3 – Bree McPhee.

1st May; Section 1 – Sharon McLean; Section 2 – Val Bourke;

Section 3 – Stacey Reeves.

8th May; Section 1 – Rae Heenan; Section 2 – Glenda Watts;

Section 3 – Ena Green.

15th May; Section 1 - Sharon McLean; Section 2 – Dawn Carlson;

Section 3 – Bree McPhee.

22nd May; Section 1 - Wendy Pollard; Section 2 – Kaye

Blanchard; Section 3 – Cindy Dowell.

29th May; Section 1 - Wendy Pollard; Section 2 – Lisa Bruns;

Section 3 – Stacey Reeves.

Tuesday Juniors: 21st April; Section 1 Kit Kat – Charlie Patullo;

Section 2 Time Out – Emilee De Maria; Section 3 Mars Bar – Abby

Thompson; Section 4 Crunchie – Eliza Phillips; Section 5 Smarties –

Nick Thompson.

28th April; Section 1 – Griffin House; Section 2 – Nic Olive;

Section 3 – Patrick Soulsby; Section 4 – Eliza Phillips; Section 5 –

Nick Thompson.

5th May; Section 1 – Connor Hooper-McKenzie; Section 2 –

Lucinda Holmes-Brown; Section 3 – Laura Sweatman-Olney;

Section 4 – Tyler Riley; Section 5 – Will Elliot.

12th May; Section 1 – Nathaniel Holmes-Brown; Section 2 – Nic

Olive; Section 3 – Laura Sweatman Olney; Section 4 – Bailey

Dixon; Section 5 – Nick Thompson.

19th May; Section 1 – Connor Hooper McKenzie; Section 2 –

Mathew Thompson; Section 3 – Jackson Zagame; Section 4 –

Tyler Riley; Section 5 – Nick Thompson.

26th May; Section 1 – Nathaniel Holmes-Brown; Section 2 –

Lucinda Holmes-Brown; Section 3 – Imogen Stewart; Section 4 –

Brodie Grylls; Section 5 – Elliott Fitzpatrick.

Dates for your Diary

Junior Tournament Tuesday 7th July at 9 am

Ladies Tournament Tuesday 24th July at 9 am

Singles Championships Tuesday 28th July at 7 pm

Doubles Championships Tuesday 2nd June at 7 pm

Mixed Doubles Championships Tuesday 18th August at 7 pm

Born: 6th May 2015

Weight: 6lb 7oz

Mum: Jess Byrne

Dad: Luke Byrne

Siblings: Heidi and Judd

Grandparents: Marie and Brendan Byrne

Cabbaritta Treasurer Lynne Southwell presenting EWHS

Charlton Campus Manager Dallas Coghill with a cheque for

$700 representing the proceeds from the Australia Day

Breakfast. Dallas stated the money would be put to good use

for the residents

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June 2015

Annette Sherriff and Bruce Gardner from Timeless Treasures

and Tearooms would like to sincerely thank everyone that sent

flowers, cards, casseroles and a lots of love and hugs on the

recent Passing of Annette's Son Gary. Please accept this thank

you which is given with heartfelt thanks. Without the love and

support of the town at this sad time things would have been a lot

harder to deal with.

Love Annette and Bruce

COSSAR - Peter James

Glenys, Andrew, Susan and families wish to acknowledge and

thank everyone for all the love and support shown to them in

many ways, in the recent passing of Peter, loved Husband,

Father and Pa.

Your thoughtfulness and care was greatly appreciated.

CHARLTON ANGLING CLUB INC

FISHING COMPETITION Where: Unlimited Radius of Charlton

When: Sunday June 14th from 7am -4.00pm. Mid Northern at

Lake Fyans Sat. & Sun

Weigh In: 4.00pm SHARP at Clubrooms with BBQ Tea to

Follow.

Adults $5.00 Juniors $2.00

All members to register by placing their names on the registration

sheet at the Clubhouse before they go fishing and return for the

weigh in at 4.00pm SHARP to pay & measure their fish if any are

caught (CARP ONLY FOR JUNIORS EXCEPT FOR A

LONGEST BAG SEPARATE COMP NOW FOR SENIORS)

Prizes for the Longest fish and Longest bag will be given out.

(A JUNIOR CARP PRIZE FOR THE BIGGEST AND

LONGEST BAG has now been added)

More incentive for the kids will be a prize for participation –

just for being there.

More information from President Danny Blair or Secretary Kevin

Willey

NEW MEMBERSHIP CARDS ARE AVAILABLE $15 Family,

$10 Adult, $5 Juniors U18

Charlton Harness Racing

Club Member’s Day at

Crown Casino

When: Sunday 5th July

Leaving: 8am Sharp

From: Traveller’s Rest

Cost: $50

Includes: Bus & $17.50

Book: Di 54912181

Greg 0432538118

Andrea 0413384500

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June 2015

Charlton & District Carers’ Support Group

St Martin’s Messenger

Walsh Motors is proud to

support the Charlton

Community.

70-72 High Street, Charlton

Ph: 54911 144 Fax: 54911984

On Tuesday 17th May 5 members of the Charlton & District Carers’ Support

Group met with members of the St Arnaud Carers Group. Unfortunately this date

clashed with prior engagements for some Charlton members. The day began with

a Quiz which members enjoyed and Pam Rosewall was the lucky raffle winner.

Information on upcoming events was given and then members enjoyed a chat

over morning tea. Our next meeting will be held at the EWHS Charlton Campus

on Tuesday 9th June at 2pm. Any new carers would be most welcome to join us.

Friday 19th June

Sunday service times:

7 June: 9.00am, Holy Communion

14 June: 9.00am Morning Prayer

21 June: 9.00am Holy Communion

28 June: Visit to Uniting Church

Last Sunday we had a special service where we celebrated the

‘Blessing of the Plough’. In this service we asked God to bless all

the work of our farmers in the coming months. We also thanked

God for all the blessings that come from living on the land such as

the smell of the fresh turned earth, the hum of the tractor, and the

sweep of a well ploughed field. In many ways this service helped us

all to realize that God is a part of everything we do in our lives,

even our daily work.

I shared with the people at the service mentioned above, that since

moving to Charlton I have learned a few things about country life.

One of the main things I have learned is that people who live on the

land and have a farm seem to give everything they have of

themselves and their finances to making sure their crops grow well,

even though they do not know whether they will reap any reward

from all of their hard work. One farmer’s wife summed up this way

of life when she said to me that, ‘when you live on the land, you

have to live in hope. There is no other way’.

It is this ‘living in hope’ that I think describes what it is like when

you follow Christ. When we let Jesus into our daily lives, we find

that we have the strength to put one foot in front of the other even

though we do not know what is going to happen to us in the future.

When God dwells with us, there is this deep sense that we will be

ok, no matter what challenges we may face in our lives. It is the

assurance that God will always look after us that gives us true peace

and joy, and enables us to live a life full of love, rather than fear.

Reverend Erin Tuineau

Times- Sunday June 7th. 9.00 AM U/C to St. Martin’s

Sunday June 14th. 10.00 AM Children’s service. N.B. 10.00 AM.

Sunday June 21st. 11.00 AM Rev.j.Watson (lunch.)

Sunday June 28th. 9.00 AM Worship team.

Sunday July 5th. 9.00 AM U/C to St. Martin’s

Sunday July 12th. 9.00 AM Worship team H/C

A date for your diaries! The Uniting Church and St. Martin’s are joining

together to hold a Casserole Lunch- delicious casseroles and sweets!

WHEN - Wednesday June 24th.

TIME - 12 MD.

PLACE - Uniting church Hall.

COST - $ 15.00.

Please come along and join us - a great meal, fellowship and outreach to

our community. YES! We will share the jobs and have a great time.

Uniting Church

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June 2015

Monday - Bingo 2pm

Tuesday - Cards 2pm

Thursday- Games 2pm

New Members Welcome

Contact Val Bourke: 54911418

Ch

9B High Street, Charlton,

3525

Tel: (03) 54912220

Proud Supporters of the

Charlton Community

Newsletter

One Flower to a Basket arrangement Charlton Florist &

Fashion can meet all your floral needs. We also cater in

fashion for babies right through to ladies including ladies

underwear. New stock arriving all the time.

Charlton Medical is proud to support

the Charlton Community.

Learmonth Street Charlton, Vic, 3525

Tel:(03) 54776888

Fax: (03) 54476889

Proud Supporters of the

Charlton Community

Newsletter

Charlton Stadium

Davies Street, Charlton

P.O Box 106

Charlton, 3525

Paintings, Art Supplies, Gems,

Minerals, Crystals & Bric a Brac

15 High Street,

Charlton, 3525

Suzan: 0438282715

Proud Supporters of the

Charlton Community

Newsletter

Charlton Red Cross

Planning is on hand for our local branch Centenary and we will have a

display at our Annual meeting. This will be on Wednesday June

17th. And will be held at the Uniting Church hall. You are all wel-

come to join us for lunch and guest speaker- Trading table and com-

petition will also be part of the day.

Our grateful thanks go to the members of OASIS and the Hockey club

for enthusiastically conducting the March appeal Door knock. This

raised $ 1776.

Those taking part being, Julie and Oscar Bourke, Tess and Xanthe

Fitzpartick, Kelly Wright, Leanne Gretgrix, Darcy Lambert and Jodie

Heritage ,all from the energetic Hockey club. Those from OASIS-

Kathy Rogan, Glenis Sullivan, Deb Hobbs, Michael O’Brien, Laurie

Harvey and Rosemary Hackett.

The ladies have also been busy finishing masses of Trauma Teddies

and these are distributed to the medical clinics in the area, hospitals

and to the police for comforting children (and yes, adults too!) follow-

ing accidents or trauma.

We are also knitting squares for rugs for needy and refugee use.

The Branch meetings will be held at 4.30 PM. On the second Tues-

day of June,

August, October, February and April- anyone interested is most wel-

come.

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