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CITIZEN OF
THE YEAR
Congratulations to Allannah Jenkins who
was the recipient of Citizen of the Year. Allannah who works
part time at Kyabram Community and Learning Centre has also given a great
deal of her time voluntarily. She assists drought stricken farmers and
has organised several community activities such as youth and health events,
pamper days, and mobile opportunity shops at Nanneella and Lockington. Thank you Allannah for what you do for
the community, you deserve this award.
Clovelly Broad inspired and challenged
those who attended the Australia Day ceremony in Lockington following her time
spent in generation." "It is not only
the physical aspects of who we are but more so what is inside of
our great land. The qualities that our people hold of mateship and strength
through adversity represent who we truly are." Clovelly used the example of
the Black Saturday bushfires. We wish Clovelly at University in |
Milloo CWA entertained 35 people to tea
to celebrate speakers for the evening were Ian Rankin
Chair of the Northern United Forestry Group and Mr Phil Dyson (Hydrologist)
from advisor/support person to the group Ian
spoke of the groups history and on ground works that have been done and how
they have attained world wide recognition for the trials and
data recording carried out on various dry land salinity, tree, saltbush and
lucerne growing projects in the Kamarooka district and the resulting benefits to
the land holder in increased carrying capacity. Phil Dyson impressed those
present explaining the high level of technology used collecting data, on
rainfall, atmospheric pressure, tree growth and the effects temperature variations
have on eucalypts, watertable readings all taken in the field but relayed to interesting and informative evening
enjoyed by those present. Joy Weller, President Milloo CWA.
Bendigo Cycles Club
dropped in to enjoy Day breakfast with local residents who also gathered to indulge in a great feast which was provided by the Lockington Lions Club again this year. |
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LOCKINGTON
& DISTRICT LIVING HERITAGE COMPLEX
Website: Heritage Complex Web Site Hello Everyone VALE TED KOCH In the interval since our last column was published, the Heritage Complex lost a very good friend with the death of Ted Koch on 15 January. As most of our readers will be aware, Ted’s wife Lexi has been a mainstay at the Complex since its inception. In all that time, whenever Lexi – and the Complex committee in general – had need of some extra assistance, Ted was right there, often leading his entire family to our aid. Ted’s presence on the scene was never overwhelming, but it always made an appreciable difference. Whatever we may have been doing, whether washing dishes, peeling potatoes, or any of a variety of other relatively dreary tasks, Ted made it fun for the rest of us. He told yarns that we will all remember, though we’ll probably not be able to recount them. They needed Ted’s particular
storytelling capabilities. I had a couple of favourites – One was from his childhood, about riding his little bicycle in a thunderstorm; the other was about relocating a huntsman spider! His stories were often like that – everyday events that we could all relate to, but told in a way that gave them colour and humour. The large attendance at Ted’s Memorial
Service in Lockington was evidence of the high regard and affection held for him throughout the district and beyond. He will continue to be very much missed. We at the Heritage Complex extend our sincere sympathy to Lexi, and to Steven and Kathy and their families. This summer, the Lockington district has lost several of its notable residents, one being … ... Thankyou to the Lockington Lions Club for the following obituary of Frank Hawkins…. OBITUARY FOR FRANK HAWKINS, WHO PASSED AWAY Frank Hawkins was a member of the Lockington Lions Club since 1974 and was fully involved in the activities of the club. He became a Life Member of the International Association of Lions clubs in April 2001. In recent years Frank was the Golf Day organiser and he started using a proper record book for the details of the day. He had exceptionally good penmanship. He enjoyed his job as it involved seeking sponsorship from district businesses. Although Frank moved to from the cows, he maintained his membership of the Lockington Club and was regular in his attendance. Our club and members from several other local Lions Clubs formed a guard of honour at the funeral. It was during this marvellous service that we learned a lot of facts about Frank's life. During the 1940's Frank was living in swimmer and the surf life saving champion of as a surveyor and had the job of surveying Central Pacific near the equator. During the early fifties a lot of development was undertaken to exploit the huge reserves of phosphate on this island and the services of a surveyor were important. It was on the journey by ship to this very "out of the way place" that Frank met Ruth who must have been on an adventure holiday. Romance! Frank and Ruth were married in 1957 and settled in Bamawm where they began dairying and rearing four daughters. Frank adapted to life as a farmer and spoke fondly of this part of his life and of
the current management by Robyn and Paul. He would often say with obvious pride that "the boy is not afraid to have a go". Frank's weekly routine included visiting Ruth in where she is cared for and would spend many hours keeping her company. Although Frank lived alone in his later years he was known and loved by many and kept an active social life. At Frank's funeral his daughters and grand-daughters gave some great stories of family life, particularly holidays to the coast. It was a great send off and celebration of a life very well lived. We have received many donations from Frank's loved ones and all contained notes saying what a wonderful man he was. David Hammond, Secretary. ‘Bye for now, Marg O’Brien. LOCKINGTON JUNIOR BASKETBALL Due to grade 6 going on Urban camp we
have decided to cancel the under 14 games on Under 12 and Under 15 will still play. Under 12 will start at Under 15 will start at If you have any queries please phone
Colin or Narelle Bacon REPORT 18/1 The final of the womens’ club
championship was held last Monday between Lady President
Bev Brereton and current champion Rhonda Gallagher. In
the final both players displayed some excellent draw bowling with clustered
heads. Gallagher grabbed the early initiative to draw out to lead 12-7 on 12
ends. The score remained in a similar pattern
after 15 ends with Gallagher leading 15- 12 However on the 18th end Brereton
trailed the kitty to pick up four shots to take the lead 17-16 and looked a likely
winner. The pair traded shots over the following ends
while Gallagher had reclaimed the lead 22-20 before closing out the game with a three on the
24th end to claim her fourth championship title in a row and her fifth
overall. Congratulations to both bowlers on a
wonderful exhibition of bowls. On the Wednesday Gallagher represented
the club in the CVDLBA Champion of champion held at Moama. In the first round
Gallagher defeated Linda Freeman (Deniliquin) then proceeded to eliminate Peg
Dankert (Deniliquin RSL) to claim a spot in the semi final against Marilyn Stephenson
(Moama) that was played at Locke had defeated Betty Linquist ( gained a walkover in the semi final. The
final once again produced some memorable passages of play
with the both bowlers thrilling the large crowd of
spectators in attendance. Gallagher kept in touch with
some precision draw bowling as Locke appeared the more
experienced in some tight situations. With the score 23-22 in favor of the Elmore
champion, Locke closed out the championship with two shots on the final end
to win the title and progress to the Group 6 play-off in Bendigo. Well done
to Rhonda Gallagher who did the club proud. Last Tuesday the women played a game of
Scrounge. The winners were Bev Brereton, Joan Ryan
and Julie Chappel. Colleen Holman, Kath Palmer and Rhonda
Gallagher (s) were runners up in the CVDLBA Triples
held at The club performed well in the latest
round of pennant with the women division one team
defeating 70-66. (R Gallagher d. D Armstrong 27-25,
Joan Ryan d. H Freeman 24-22 and L Maslen drew M Carr 19 all. Division three lost to Ledwidge 24-23, B Mustey lost to J Luke
17-28). In the CVBA pennant Division two defeated Ky
Valley View 109- 89 with 3 rinks up to move into second place on the ladder.
Division 3 lost to The club championship is nearing
completion with Perks to play Jim Harris in one semi
final while Maurie Vick will meet Don Isgro in the other
semi-final. 31/1 The Lockington Bowls Cub decided the
club championship title during the week with
past champion Don Isgro defeating the promising Jim
Harris in an epic battle 25-18 as the lead changed on
several occasions. In the semi finals Harris defeated 27 times club champion Roy
Perks in a surprise result while Isgro proved too consistent for Maurie Vick
to win a close game. On Sunday Isgro played Geoff Tinning (Tongala) in the second
round of the CVBA Champion of champions held at Moama Bowling Club. In a game
of fluctuating fortunes Tinning was able to match the Isgro challenge and win
25-12 and a place in the semi finals. Last Tuesday the women played social
bowls with Scrounge the order of the day. The
winners were Annette Brereton 47 points and Lesla Maslen 44 points. On the local pennant scene the womens
division one team lost to City of (Ken Cunnington d. K Mann 28-18 and John
Exton l.t. E Fabri 10-40). The draw is on display for the womens 100
up championship. Members attended the two-day Tongala
tournament during the past week with mixed success
and plenty of hard luck stories. Tom Davis and Ian
Palmer won all games in the Ken Bosse 3 bowl Pairs. The next tournament on the club calendar
is the Mixed Pairs on Sunday 14th February commencing
at Contact Gordon Haines for details. MONDAYS -
Strength & Balance Class - 9.00 am - Lockington Bush Nursing Centre. MONDAYS -
Lockington & District T.O.W.N Club - 7.00 pm - Lockington Bush Nursing
Centre. TUESDAYS -
Ladies Social Badminton - 10.00 am - Bamawm Sports Centre. TUESDAYS -
Senior Citizens Social Bowls - 1.30 pm - Lockington Community Centre. TUESDAYS -
Dr. Inoke Buadromo - 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Bush Nursing Centre. Phone 5486 2544. TUESDAYS -
“GROW” (Mental Health Recovery Group) - 7.00 pm - 28 Boothman
Street, Echuca. WEDNESDAYS
- Strength & Balance Class - 9.00 am - Lockington Bush Nursing Centre. WEDNESDAYS
- Fitness for Adults - 9.30 am - Lockington Community Centre. WEDNESDAYS
- Lockington Playgroup - 10.30 to 12.30pm - Lockington PreSchool. Phone 5486 THURSDAYS
- Bamawm Golf Club 9 Hole Competition - Hit off 9.00 am to 9.30 am. THURSDAYS
- Dr. Inoke Buadromo - 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Bush Nursing Centre. Phone 5486
2544. FRIDAYS -
Senior Citizens Social Day - SATURDAYS - Lockington Bowls Club Social
Bowls - Bank Trading Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays - Thursdays - 9.00 am to 4.00 pm. (Closed for lunch 12.00 to 12.30 pm) Fridays - 10.00 am to 4.00 pm (Closed for lunch 12.00 to 12.30 pm) St. Mary’s Op Shop Mondays & Wednesdays: 10.00 - 2.00 Thursdays: 10.00 - 2.30 Fridays: 10.00 - 2.30 Saturdays: 10.00 - 12.00 MARCH Wednesday 3 - Play group resumes. Thursday 4 - World Day of Prayer practice
- Friday 5 - World Day of Prayer service - Sunday 14 - Visit of Traditional Welsh
Male Voice Choir - MAY LBU FNC Deb
Ball 2010 NOVEMBER
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ANGLICAN
PARISH OF LOCKINGTON St Mary’s Lockington Feb 7 - 11am Holy
Communion Feb 14 - 11am
Holy Communion St. David’s Milloo Feb 7 - 9am Morning
Prayer Feb 14 - 9am
Morning Prayer St. Luke’s Dingee Feb at O’Hara’s Feb O’Hara’s UNITING
CHURCH PARISH Feb 7 - Bamawm
11.00am - Tennyson 9.30 am Feb 14 - Bamawm
11.00 am #* #
Children’s activity kits available.
ST. JAMES Every Sunday - 2nd Wednesday monthly - Prayer for the Community - ST.
CANICE‘S Every Sunday - Rochester 10.30 am each Sunday Feb 8 - School Parents Feb 15 - St. James Feb 22 - Lions Club March 1 - Catholic Ladies March 8 - Bamawm CWA March 15 - Bamawm U.C.A. March 22 - School Parents March 29 - Bush Nursing Centre April 5 - LBU Football Club April
12 - To be collected 11.45 am From Bush
Nursing Centre MEALS WILL BE DELIVERED ON MONDAYS &
WEDNESDAYS ONLY Please contact June Clifford 1300 666 535
or 0408 379 647, the day before your duty, of you cannot deliver the
meals or for any assistance. Lockington Recreation Reserve
Upgrade The Lockington Recreation Reserve
pavilion will be extended as a result of funding which has
been provided by local sporting groups, community plan
group, Shire of Campaspe $30,000 and a State Government
grant of $60,000. The building will commence in the next
month and be finished early into the football season. A lot of work and services will be done
by local volunteers from the community. The project is an exciting initiative for
the community and surrounding district and includes new
opposition change rooms, the old rooms will be used as
medical and fitness room, new and larger umpire change rooms
to cater for male and female umpires, new male and female
toilets with external entry to the pavilion, new
unisex toilets for the disabled, new disabled ramps into the
clubrooms, additional storage room with external entry and
modification to existing storage rooms. New rain water tanks and
upgrade fire services
requirements for the building. LOCKINGTON
& DISTRICT BUSH NURSING CENTRE
INC BEING SUNSMART Most Skin Cancer can be prevented. Cancer Council Victoria recommends five steps to protect against sun damage when the UV Index is 3 or above: 1. Slip on some sun-protective clothing—that covers as much skin as possible. 2. Slop on SPF30+ sunscreen, make sure it is broad spectrum and water resistant. Put it on 20 minutes before you go outdoors and reapply every two hours. Sunscreen should never be used to extend the time you spend in the sun. 3. Slap on a hat—that protects your face, head, neck and ears. 4. Seek shade. 5. Slide on some sunglasses—make sure they meet Australian Standards. Extra care should
be taken between their peak. Skin Cancer risk People of all ages are at risk of skin cancer. The risk increases as you get older because older people have generally had more sun exposure than younger people. The most serious form of skin cancer, melanoma, is strongly related to bursts of sun exposure. However, the total amount of sun exposure over a lifetime is also important. How do you know when to be SunSmart? Too much ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can cause sunburn, skin damage, eye damage and skin cancer. You can see sunlight and feel heat (infrared radiation). But you cannot see or feel UV radiation. It can be damaging to skin both on cool, cloudy days and hot, sunny days. UV radiation comes directly from the sun. It can also be scattered in the air and reflected by surfaces such as buildings, concrete, sand, snow and water. UV radiation can also pass through light cloud. Whenever UV index
levels reach 3 (moderate) and above, sun protection is needed. In April, UV index
levels reach 3 and above for most of the day. Particular care should be taken
from (11amd to From May to August,
UV index levels in during these months unless you are in alpine regions or near highly reflective surfaces such as snow or water. Skin Cancer in • More than 1700 Australians die a year from skin cancer, more than the national road toll. • Skin cancer
treatment in • At least 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70. • In 2002,
skin cancers accounted for over 80% of all cancers diagnosed in • Melanoma
incidence rates in • Australian Adolescents have by far the highest incidence of melanoma in the world, compared with adolescents in other countries. • Melanoma can develop early in life and the risk increases as you get older. Melanoma is the most diagnosed cancer each year for people aged 15-44. Sunburn In or mild, can cause permanent and irreversible skin damage and can lay the groundwork for skin cancer to develop later in life. Further sunburn only increases your risk of skin cancer. BE SUNSMART SLIP, SLOP, SLAP SERVICES AVAILABLE AT THE BUSH NURSING CENTRE NURSES HOURS : 8.30—4.30PM PATHOLOGY FASTING BLOODS 8.30AM—9.30AM OTHER BLOODS— OPEN CLINIC DOCTORS CLINIC—DR. INOKE TUESDAY & THURSDAY APPOINTMENTS 54862544 PODIATRIST NICOLE HOCKING THURSDAYS FORTNIGHTLY OSTEOPATH MELANIE MEDLEY MONDAYS FORTNIGHTLY STRENGTH & BALANCE EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 9AM—11AM FOR MORE INFORMATION PHONE LINDA RIDING PH:1300 666 535 IMMUNISATION 3RD THURSDAY EVERY MONTH 10AM—10.30AM WELL WOMENS CLINIC APPOINTMENTS 54862544 DIABETIC EDUCATOR APPOINTMENTS 54862544 MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH WEDNESDAYS PHONE JOCELYN 0417374720 FOR APPOINTMENT FIRST AID KITS
AVAILABLE FOR from
FEBRUARY 5th 2010 Saturday
6 - Campaspe Cricket Association A Grade Echuca v BLU ) VP Sunday
7 - Heritage Complex open Sunday
7 - Pine Grove Gun Club Simulated Field & Game Monday
8 - Lockington/Bamawm Branch of National Party AGM Dinner - Monday
8 - Heritage Complex Committee Meeting at the Complex - Tuesday
9 - Well Women’s Clinic Lockington Bush Nursing Centre Phone 5485 5800
for appointments Wednesday
10 - Routine Health Monitoring - Wednesday
10 - Community Prayer time - 7.30 pm.- St. James Community Church Wednesday
10 - Lions Club Dinner Meeting - Thursday
11 - Drum Muster - Thursday
11 - Lockington Golf Club Ladies General Meeting - Thursday
11 - Milloo CWA - Friday
12 - Social Indoor Bowls - Saturday
13 & 20 - Campaspe Cricket Association A Grade BLU v Rochy United (BA) Sunday,
14 - Heritage Complex Open Monday
15 - Noon Closing Time for typing Community
News, Phone/Fax/Email items or leave at -
Post Office or through Community News Office letter slot (see Page 1 & 3) Tuesday
16 - Pancake Dinner - Wednesday
17 - Action Club Activity Night at Club Rooms. Ph. Grant 5484 3409 or Adam
0429872004 for details. Thursday
18 - Immunisation Session - Saturday
20 - Campaspe Cricket Association A Grade BLU v Rochy United (BA) Sunday
21 - Heritage Complex Open Sunday
21 - Lockington Pony Club Rally - 10.00 am - Scurrah Reserve, Cnr. Dullard
& Strathallan Roads Monday
22 - Bamawm C.W.A. - 10.00 am - Bamawm Community Social Centre Monday
22 - Lockington Red Cross meeting - Monday
22 - Heritage Complex Committee Meeting at the Complex – Tuesday
23 - Community Living and Respite Services Inc. Fundraising dinner - See page
9. Wednesday
24 - Lockington Patchwork Group 11am Lockington Bush Nursing Centre Wednesday
24 - Routine Health Monitoring - Wednesday
24 - Bamawm Extension C.W.A. - Wednesday
24 - Lockington Lions Club Business Meeting - |
Lockington Community News Inc.
Updated
5 February 2010
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