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Southern Barossa Alliance Hosting of the Hostworks First Stage of the Santos Tour Down Under in the Southern Barossa presented many challenges to an enthusiastic group of local volunteers supporting the event. Early on there was plenty of excitement about hosting such a high profile international cycling event with a finish at Lyndoch, three loops through Cockatoo Valley, Williamstown and Lyndoch and two sprints in Cockatoo Valley. The first challenge was to get an organising team together following recent changes in the local Community Committee structure as part of The Barossa Council’s Redefining Community Committees Project. Consequently, the Southern Barossa Alliance, recently revamped to promote both community and business development in the Southern Barossa, took on a leading role to coordinate local volunteer support for the event. Under the mentoring of Councillor Bim Lange, Chair of the Barossa Council TDU Working Party partnerships, with the local volunteer groups, the TDU Working party, the Santos TDU Event coordinators, The Barossa Council and Tourism Barossa were formed. Funding was provided directly by The Barossa Council and the resources of the Williamstown Community Council and the Lyndoch and District Community Group were pooled to support event marketing, street decoration, entertainment, catering and volunteer recruiting. Key goals were to hold a very successful Santos TDU Hostworks Stage 1, to promote volunteering in our community, to promote local food, wine and community groups and to showcase our region to the world. We were very lucky to recruit the support of major event organiser and local Andrew Dundon from Tourism Barossa. Andrew brought with him significant event organisation experience and contacts, venue design skills, artistic flair and enthusiasm for local events. The theme of Forest to Vines was established and local Sam Cowley designed a very professional poster that formed the basis of our advertising effort. Everyone had a great time decorating, lead by Robyn Dennard and Helen Elliott in Williamstown, Reuben Batten and Sharyn Bobridge in Lyndoch and Sue Poole in Cockatoo Valley. A huge number of bikes were donated and Guy Bobridge and Jeff Bellman did a sterling job spray painting them. Hundreds of corflute Guernseys were cut out and painted, the kids at the primary schools handmade hundreds of metres of bunting and many trees were wrapped. A highlight was the team of Lyndoch “yarn bombers” lead by Sonya Batten and Carol Hopgood. What an incredible job they did, crocheting and knitting yarn bombs for over 100 trees and posts. It looked fantastic and certainly was a significant contributor to Lyndoch being awarded the best dressed town for the first stage. Rick Burge was also a key contributor spending many hours shifting sprinklers and providing the water to make sure the Lyndoch Village Green was actually green on the day. The very colourful Super Heroes straight at St Jakobi School was outstanding. The Best Dressed private residence was Sue Poole of Williamstown. The helicopter pilot had the best view of the Paddocks and Schools category winner -the Breakaway’s on Yettie Road, Williamstown they went to great lengths to mow a giant bike into their paddock and dressed it up into a colourful masterpiece. The Kaddatz family of Lyndoch were presented with the Special Innovation award. Andrew Dundon designed our rustic Southern Barossa Gourmet Village, which looked fantastic and was well supported by local community groups, wineries and mainly local food providers. Thanks also to Irene Liebelt and Mark Cooper for organising the market stalls and the Liebelt family and Barossa Young Life for facilities at Jollytown Road corner. Similarly Williamstown set up terrific facilities for locals and visitors. A real challenge was a wind gust demolishing ten stall holder tents during the Women’s Tour on the Monday before the Santos TDU, fortunately the contractor worked hard to quickly replace them. Four days out we were planning on a brilliant, sunny, calm, 28 degree day and a huge crowd. Then things changed rapidly with a temperature of 40 Degrees, a stiff breeze and high fire risks forecast. We invoked our High Temperature Contingency plan and with Council assistance and our great band of volunteers rose to the challenge to provide additional shade and misting tents. Despite the heat on the day the Hostwoks First Stage of the Santos TDU went extremely well with the lower than expected numbers impacting on stall holder and local business takings. Everyone appeared to have a great time, the misters were a hit and many visitors commented on how great the towns looked. The Council staff and volunteers did a fantastic job on the day and packing up afterwards.
"This years Santos TDU demonstrated a coming together not seen to such an extent in previous years. All key stakeholders consisting of the revamped Southern Barossa Alliance representatives, supported by a band of enthusiastic volunteers from Lyndoch, Cockatoo Valley and Williamstown and others from Tourism Barossa, Barossa Council staff including Barossa VIC and Library showcased our magnificent region. Congratulations and thanks to all involved for an exceptional effort." Bim Lange, Chair Barossa TDU Working Party
Highlights were: 1. Solid proof that the Southern Barossa can very successfully support a looped Stage of the Santos Tour Down Under. With the challenges of the weather, this practice run certainly has given us plenty of confidence that we can do even a better job next year.
2. Level of collaboration, innovation and involvement of the communities in the Southern Barossa.
3. Establishment of a passionate core planning team who made things happen, the successful partnership with Council and for Andrew Dundon coming onboard.
4. Level of volunteer support to establish the outstanding facilities on Colonist Corner and the Village Green. Particularly those who worked incredibly hard in the heat on Monday and Tuesday and for Rick greening the green. We have demonstrated that both Colonist Corner and the Lyndoch Village Green are very suitable venues for Community Events and that Cockatoo Valley
5. The level of volunteer support for the fantastic decoration of the towns and the vibrancy this brought to Williamstown, Lyndoch and Cockatoo Valley.
*Another positive* This week a visitor from Gold coast asked what the pom poms were all about. We told her about TDU. She wanted to buy some to hang in her trees as she loved the look. Imagine what she would of wanted had she of seen the rest of the yarn bombing
Demise of the TDU Yacht
Our Winner Caleb Ewen presented with a Tubbies Keg from Mayor Sloan
Southern Barossa Alliance Tour Down Under
Volunteer Thank You Thank you so much for all of the volunteers who were really the core of the success of the TDU in the Southern Barossa. We had over fifty volunteers collecting and painting bikes, yarn bombing, decorating the streets, building the Gourmet Village, the misting systems and the incredible effort setting up and packing upon the day. The TDU Event Coordinators, Tourism SA CEO, the Mayor and many others have commented on how impressed they
were with the Community involvement in the event. It was just fantastic to see our community respond and to have fifty people at the Volunteer Thank You BBQ and drinks. Many thanks to the Lyndoch Cricket Club for opening up the Club at short notice due to the very inclement weather.
If you are interested in joining this great band of volunteers, please contact Simon Taylor Ph: 0439509207.
Fringe Winemakers vs Comedians Cricket Match The huge effort on the Tour Down Under has taken a lot of our volunteer effort and we have not been able to source a popular comedian or MC for the Winemaker vs Comedians Cricket Match scheduled for the 28th February. Unfortunately we have had to cancel the match this year and have started planning for running the match next year.
REX TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY February 1, 2016
The Rex Aquatic and Fitness Centre will be temporarily closed
for two weeks, as upgrades are undertaken to improve the
comfort of the facility for users.
Barossa Council, in conjunction with Belgravia Leisure, advises
the Centre will be closed from February 29 to March 11 to
enable the safe installation of evaporative cooling and
conversion to gas.
Mayor Bob Sloane apologises for any inconvenience the
temporary closure causes, but acknowledges the work that is
being undertaken will benefit Centre users in the long term.
“The cooling work will assist with the improved airflow and
reduce temperatures to the sports halls during the hottest
months, while the gas works will result in reduced fuel costings
for the Centre,” he said.
“With work of this nature, it is necessary to close the centre in
an effort to ensure the safety of all patrons.
“We have been working closely with Belgravia Leisure to
reduce any inconvenience felt by centre users and are
investigating possible options for fitness class activities.
“We are still in the process of exploring alternatives for
providing a reduced fitness class program free of charge
(except personal training), and will ensure regular updates
are provided to the community.”
To avoid confusion for users, the Rex car park will be
temporarily closed during the two week period. Council will
liaise directly with schools and users to keep them briefed on
the progress of the work, along with an accurate reopening
date. Direct debit payments for membership and swim school
will be suspended during the period of closure.
Regular updates will be posted on Council’s Facebook page
and also feature on
www.barossa.sa.gov.au.
SANDY CREEK UNITING CHURCH
162 Williamstown Rd, Cockatoo Valley
Regular Sunday services are held at the Church, 9.30am.
Followed by a time of fellowship and morning tea. All welcome to attend.
BUSH CHAPEL Situated alongside the Church and is available to all for private, quiet contemplation, or can be booked for function, weddings, baptisms, funerals and oth-
er celebrations.
For further information Website: www.sandycreekuca.net.au Email: [email protected]
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This opportunity may allow Mum to earn enough to pay private school fees or take the family on a decent annual holiday – with most work being done while the kids are at school Call us on 0412 276 772 to discuss
Congratulations to Anne Hausler, Citizen of the Year. Anne's contr ibutions to the Lyndoch community especially in the documenting and collecting of Historical Information will be extremely valuable for centuries to come.
Thank you Anne, for your dedication and passion.
Lyndoch's 175th Celebrations were awarded Community Event of the year. Di Lane, Irene Liebelt, Angela Lange & Anne Hausler accepted the award on behalf of all those involved in the events last year. Thank you to those who supported the events.
Australia Day Breakfast Tanunda Show Hall, January 26th, 8.30am
Proudly nominated by Lyndoch & District Community Committee
Pastor Paul Hannola Office: 8524 5100 Mobile: 0477033230 Email: [email protected]
February 2016
*PLEASE NOTE: WORSHIP PROGRAM SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Church Year Lyndoch Rowland Flat
Transfiguration 7 February
HC + Harvest thanksgiving, 9am
Simple spoken HC + Harvest thanksgiving
10.30am Ash Wednesday
10 February Parish (Rev D Gogoll)
7.30pm
Lent 1 14 February
Lay Worship 10.30am
Morning Praise + AGM 9am
Mid week 17 February
Parish (Rev J Bayha) 7.30pm
Lent 2 21 February
HC + AGM 9am
Traditional HC 10.30am (Guest)
Midweek 24 February
Parish (Rev A Fox) 7.30pm
Lent 3 28 February
Worship 10.30am
Worship 9am
Midweek 2 March
Parish (Rev P Hannola) 7.30pm
Lent 4 6 March
HC 9am
Simple spoken HC 10.30am
A beautiful day was provided for the Abbeyfield Strawberry Fete which was a great Success. With yummy strawberries, sizzling sausages, crafts, raffles, plants, amazing lamingtons and scones with strawberry jam and lashes of
whipped cream, relishes and sauces to enjoy, how could one not have a good day. A total of $2,669.90 was made on the day. A big thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who helped on the day and before hand preparation
Southern Barossa Mens Shed Will be meeting every week on a Wednesday and Thursday from 9am – 1pm. Special BBQ lunch days will be advised. New members welcome. For more
information or to book a job with them please phone Glen on 0409675937 or Simon on 0439509207
Storytime @ the Lyndoch Library
Every Monday Morning at 9.30am
during the school term
Contact Tel. 8524 4009 for more info
Scrabble Group Monday Mornings 10am
Lyndoch Library Meeting Room
Cost $1 (includes tea, coffee and biscuits)
Anyone welcome. Contact Julie Bailey on Tel. 8563 8440.
Lyndoch Baptist Church 9 Kauffmann Ave, Lyndoch
You are welcome to join us every Sunday at 10am
for our regular weekly service:
Pastor Dennis Triplett, Tel. 8523 1346
Read the Grapevine online @ www.barossa.sa.gov.au
Go to: Our region; Our townships; LYNDOCH; Other town information (towards the bottom). You can also view previous months issues here as well.
SUBSCRIBE to the GRAPEVINE and receive it by email every month.
Simply send an email to: lyndochgrapevine@ hotmail.com And type "subscribe" in the subject line and next month you will receive it via email
Pre Season training at Lyndoch on Tues & Thurs from 6:45pm
Contact: Mark Tel. 0428820928
Barossa William Light Monument Unveiled 16th January
Congratulations to Nelly and Guido Auchli on a stunning statue celebrating the rich history of Lyndoch and Colonel Lights naming the area. Viewing by appointment.
AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS LYNDOCH BRANCH At the December lunch members farewelled their president Malinda Melbourne who is moving interstate. Malinda has been an enthusiastic member since 2012 and she will be missed. Sandra Caveney was also farewelled. Lyndoch Red Cross branch would like to announce the re-sults of our recent Christmas Raffle, 1st Pam, Lyndoch, 2nd Winston Daly, Lyndoch, 3rd Brett, Williamstown and 4th Ross Lagana, Lyndoch. We would like to thank Lyndoch Valley Meats, Lyndoch Post Office, St Mary Pharma-cy, Blush Hair Salon, Heart n Soul Hair Salon, Lyndoch Bakery, The Table Cafe, Robyn and Ross Lagana and Lyndoch Red Cross members for their support. Red cross members were active at the Tour down under selling bottled water. This was much appreciated on such a hot day. The February meeting will be held on Monday 1st February at 2pm when Rose Brooks will speak about Wild Life Rescue. Meetings are held in the committee room at the rear of the Lyndoch library. The March 7th meeting will be a business meeting .
Grapevine Submissions: Items can be emailed to: [email protected] or if you don’t have access to email, PO Box 146 LYNDOCH 5351. Editor: Di Lane Tel. 8522 6486. 0403 304 467
Cut off date will be the 25th of every month. ADVERTISING RATES
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Colour Advertisement - - $ 102 inc gst
Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer Inc
BAFFC is a not for profit organization helping to financially assist, support and improve the quality of life for cancer patients in the
Barossa Area.
We run a variety of programs which include: Transport through the Barossa Council for cancer patients to be transported to city appointments. Contact: 85 638411 Home assistance – cleaning/gardening etc for breast cancer and general cancer patients Contact: 0415743683 Wig program – we have wigs for clients to use as they require. Our qualified hairdresser will help you with all you need. Contact Pauline: 85244484 or 0438407790 Wheel chair hire For any other inquires and donations contact the secretary
Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer Inc (BAFFC)
Box 155, Greenock SA 5360 Contact: Tash 0415743683 - secretary
Anglican Parish of the Barossa
Lyndoch Op Shop 54 Gilbert St, Lyndoch
Come on in and grab a bargain!!
Open: Mon, Wed, Thurs: 10am - 3.30 pm Tues, Fri: 10 am - 4 pm Saturday: 9 am - 2.30 pm Open some Public Holidays
Please share our page with your friends
Anglican Church of the Barossa
Holy Trinity Church, Barossa valley Way, Lyndoch
All Welcome
Contact Fr.Steven de Kleer, P 8564 2087 M 0428 877 833
Enquiries— please contact. Chair: Brian Green Tel. 8524 4740 Vice-Chair: Elke Wiese Tel. 8524 6397 Treasurer: Joerg Wiese 8524 6397 Secretary: Carol Green Tel. 8524 4740
Williamstown Lyndoch Landcare Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month @ 7.30pm in the Lyndoch Meeting Room (Back of the Library). Working Bees are every Thursday from 9am—12 noon and every 4th Saturday from 9am—12 noon, ex-cept on days over 30 degrees.
Anyone is welcome.
Date:
February 1st Lyndoch Red Cross meeting
2016 1st Williamstown Uniting Church Garden Club
1st-6th Lyndoch Op Shop Sale
8th Lyndoch Community Group: 7.30pm Meeting Rm
13th Lyndoch Community Market
13th Forest Frolic - see inside for details
13th Summer Reading Club - Finale Party - Nuriootpa
24th Lyndoch Williamstown Landcare 7.30pm
25th Grapevine cut off date for next issue
28th BDNC Madhatters Tea Party
29th - Mar 11th
The Rex - temporarily closed
March 7th Lyndoch Red Cross meeting
7th Williamstown Uniting Church Garden Club
YOU can MAKE a DIFFERENCE to our township— JOIN the Lyndoch & Districts Community Group.
This group is a Lyndoch based sub-committee of The Barossa Council that coordinates the use of our local community facilities by local sporting, recreation and community bodies and providing local input into the ongoing development of these facilities. We are also responsible for community events and projects around the township so
Get involved and meet new people along the way. Simon Taylor Tel. 0439 509 207
Finale Party Saturday 13th February
10am - 12 noon Prizes - Fun - Games - Craft
Bookings: Tel. 8563 8440
How often do you see a koala in a
palm tree? "It looks like a joey - not very big." Photo taken on 1/2/16.
Thanks to Michael & Pip Byrne (Gordon Street) for sending this in.
