Issue No 81February 2012

PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658

Saturday the 3rd of December 2011 saw the celebration of the opening of the Flowerdale Community House new building. More than 70 people gathered to celebrate the opening of this wonderful building which has been built on the former Jarara Community Centre site in Silver Creek Road. The completion of the building celebrated 2 years of hard work and the house was a symbol to commemorate what weve done; what weve achieved together said Paula Turner in her speech. The Flowerdale Community House began 10 to 12 years ago, when a small group of local women wanted to address problems for isolation for local residents. With a growing variety of classes, interests group, classes and activities, three staff and the Senior Co-ordinator, the house is now accommodated in what is believed to be one of only three purpose built community houses in Australia. Member for McEwen, Rob Mitchell, who was there for the official opening, described the house as an absolutely magnificent building to be in. He said it would help provide services and advice to members of the community looking for training and courses to help them gain employment, access to a range of health and other services and an opportunity for people to come together.

Distribution: 500 copies to Silver Creek Rd., Silver Parrot Rd., Creekside Drive., Riverside Cres., Service Road, Moores Rd., Spring Valley Rd. Upper King

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Thomas Colin VanderendeOn December 2nd, Thomas was called Home. His job was done here, blessing the lives of his mother and father, brothers & sisters, and everyone In-between. We would like to thank everyone who has helped us through this difficult time and for everyone's love and ongoing support. Thank you from our entire family for helping us say Not Good-bye, but see you soon, to Thomas and supporting us all through this hard time. Thank you to Everyone from Flowerdale, Strath Creek & Glenburn. Everybody's love is amazing, and we cannot thank you enough for everything that everyone has done for us in the last few

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:Australia Day FlowerdaleYouth Group Flowerdale Cricket Club Flowerdale Tennis Club CFA News Kinglake Scouts MSC Notices Family Care FEWE Community House 3 4-6 7 8 9 10 11 12-13 14-15 17-22

RainfallTOTAL FOR 2011 TOTAL FOR 2010 January 2012 to 24th January January 2011 Year to Date to 24th January 2012 to 31st January 2011 Regards Virginia 24 mm 162 mm 1036 mm 1204 mm

PHOTOSThe photos on the front cover are just a few from the many that Samm Hall our intrepid photographer took on the day. If you had your photo taken on the day and would like it sent to you electronically or to view your photos please email fch@internode.on.net

24 mm 162 mm

COMMITTEE FAREWELLS THREE OF THE BESTAs 2012 dawns, the Community House Committee and Staff pause to say thanks to three members who have stood down from the Committee. Julie Bateman has been Secretary on the Community House Committee for just over 12 months. Julie came to the job with diverse skills and competencies and has taught us much. Her tireless work over these past 12 months has brought many benefits for the Community House and we will forever be grateful to her. Sharon Dunn has been a longstanding member of the Committee and has made a wonderful contribution over these past years. We will miss her helpfulness, her sense of fun and her strong sense of down-toearth practicality. She has seen the Community House grow and change over many years and has worked hard to help shape those changes.Flowerdale Flyer

Debbie Schulz has been an active part of the Committee since well before the fires of 2009. As someone who is great at dealing with bureaucracy, we will feel the loss of Deb on our Committee. Astute and observant, the Community House and the Flowerdale Community have benefitted many times, over the years, from her clearly expressed wisdom. She will be greatly missed. These three ladies have helped to shape a vital part of Flowerdales history. They have been part of a greater vision and have helped to mould the Community House into the wonderful community asset it is today. Their kindness will linger in our memories for many years to come. Thank you Julie, Sharon and Deb.

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Packed the kids and dogs in the car. Headed to the Rec. Arked up the Barbie. Pulled on the tennis shoes. Got the kids ready for egg and spoon races, horseshoe toss, sack race, gumboot throw. Found a partner for the three-legged race. Cheered as our local awards were given out. Cooled down under the sprinklers. Relaxed in a shady spot with our friends. Enjoyed a few quiet drinks. Taped our feet to the music of our locals and the Afterglow boys. Caught up with the friends and neighbours. Saw the line up of utes proudly bearing their flags. Met Sandro, our Aussie Day Ambassador. Raised the Flag. And thought to ourselves.Aussie Day in Flowerdale It doesnt get much better than this

FLOWERDALE AUSTRALIA DAY 2012 Our Roll Of HonourFlowerdale Citizenof the Year Flowerdale Junior Citizen of the Year Tennis Champions: Men Women Girl Boy Egg & Spoon Race Vicky Parry Erynn OBrien

Richard Cornelissen Fiona Henson Sarah Keilbaska Nathan Hancock Di & Sharon Lacey, Megan & Laine, Erynn OBrien& Ruby Cook Biance Herford, Bonnie Sullivan, Naretha Crumpen Storn Crumpen, Kate Humphrey, Lauren Hooper Luke Parry & Joel Hunter, Di Lacey & Kane Lacey, Beata & Vicky Nicolovski Mitch Temperton, Bianca Herford, Erynn OBrien Champions: Erynn OBrien & Shay Grant 2nd: Sarah & Bianca 3rd: Skyler Hunter & Molly Temperton

Horseshoe Throw

Sack Race

Egg Throw

Gumboot Throw

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Thanks to our Australia Day Committee. Once again, they got everything just right. One of the best days on the Flowerdale Calandar. Australia Day in Flowerdale combines the modern with the romance of the past.

Thank you to Julie Whittaker-Smith for taking the wonderful photos. Flowerdale Flyer February 2012

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Happy New Year to all our families and welcome to 2012We resumed youth group with cooking classes on the 21st January. The children cooked spaghetti and meat balls from scratch, even making their own Pasta! The food was given a 10 Thumbs Up from the children as they ate their lunch. In the evening of the 21st January we had a sleep over at the Flowerdale Hall, with 23 children in attendance. We enjoyed sports and games before dinner, then continued the night with The Smurfs movie before bed. It was a very busy day and enjoyment was had by all. Special thanks to the Hazeldene Store for providing dinner. Also thanks to Vicky, Sharon, Laine and Louise for your assistance with the cooking classes and the sleepover.

2012 February - March Ages 5-12 yearsFebruary 4th Activity & Dinner Flowerdale Primary School 5-7pm Cost $5.00 Times to be Cost $20.00 March 3rd Activity & Dinner Flowerdale Primary School 5-7pm Cost: $5.00 Times to be Cost: $10 March 31st Activity & Dinner Flowerdale Primary School 5-7pm Cost : $5.00

February 18th advised

Excursion: Galactic Circus and Kingpin Bowling

March 17th advised

Excursion: Drive In Movies & Dinner

PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED AT TIME OF ENROLMENT TO HAVE YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN BOOKED ON EXCURSIONS. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN All Excursions subject to change due to weather conditions or availability Bookings essential due to bus capacity

A reminder for those in the cooking classes that the dates for the re-

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Most people probably know that the Flowerdale Cricket The cricket ground and new training nets were officially Club is back in action and currently enjoying playing on our opened on the 11th of December with Flowerdale hosting a new ground in Spring Valley Road. combination side from Puckapunyal named the Army All Stars in a twenty20 match to celebrate the occasion. President, Colin Crowe said it was important that we Because the ground was not completed until November played against Pucka, they have supported us since the our year started slowly with limited training sessions and fires and allowed us to use their spare ground as our home limited player numbers as well but we are pleased to say that as of Australia Day we have had 19 players play for us ground for the last 3 years. during the year. Puckapunyal Cricket Club icon, Peter Baxter received a special gift for his efforts in helping Flowerdale over the The team took a little while to get some form together but nd is currently sitting 2 on the ladder having just beaten un- past few seasons. Peter is being deployed to Gaza in the new year and the club wishes him all the best while overdefeated top side Kilmore convincingly last weekend. seas. We will be posting a monthly update from now until the end of the season in the Flyer but if you would like to see more up to the minute details and statistics you can log onto www.mycricket.cricket.com.au and make Flowerdale your default club. This website will tell you match results, player statistics, upcoming games and more. Here are the results of our games so far. Round 1 Flowerdale 8 for 147 defeated by Kilmore 6 for 150 Batting-Chris Wilsher 46, Jack Crowe 37, Luke Hannah 24, Reece Emmins 20 Bowling-Pat Daines 2/13, L Hannah 2/18, Round 2 Washout Round 3 Pyalong 106 defeated Flowerdale 101 Batting-R Emmins 27, Ash Cook 18, Jake Fish 17 Bowling-Jake Carrick 4/19, C Wilsher 2/16, A Cook 2/19 Round 4 Flowerdale 6 for 117 defeated Royals 39 Batting- C Wilsher 39, R Emmins 25 Bowling-J Carrick 5/5, Bill Stubbings 2/10, C Wilsher 2/19 Round 5 Yea 66 defeated by Flowerdale 6 for 68 Batting-Colin Crowe 39no Bowling-C Wilsher 4/20, Will Graf 3/3, J Carrick 2/18 Round 6&7 Washouts Round 8 Flowerdale 5/106 defeated Eastern Hill 94 Batting-R Emmins 40, Bowling-L Hannah 3/19, A Cook 2/22, C Wilsher 2/22 Round 9 Flowerdale beat Avenel by forfeit Round 10 Flowerdale 173 defeated Broadford 79 Batting-R Emmins 32, L Hannah 27, C Wilsher 26m A Cook 21 Bowling-Shane Lee 3/8, L Hannah 3/22, A Cook 2/11, Jimmy Stephens 2/19 Round 11 Flowerdale 6/275 defeated Yea 60 Batting- R Emmns 95, J Stephens 78, J Carrick 42, A Cook 21 Bowling- S Lee 2/2, J Stephens 2/2 Round 12 Flowerdale 6/221 defeated Kilmore 168 Batting- L Hannah 74no, S Lee 51o J Stephens 39, C Wilsher 25 Bowling- S Lee 4/27, J Stephens 2/29, ` J Carrick 2/20Flowerdale Flyer

Not only a great day for the families with games such as longest throw (84metres!) and nearest the stump, there was a radar for measuring bowling speeds and Level 3 coach Steve Atkins, from North Melbourne CC gave free coaching for all and everyone had the opportunity to face up to the bowling machine. The day didnt go all Flowerdales way with the All Stars 3/110 defeating Flowerdale 105. Best performances were Reece Emmins 46 not out and Chris Wilsher 31 with the bat and Ash Cook took 1 for 11 with the ball. Although Flowerdale didnt win the cricket it did clean up in the raffle with Peter Mackrell winning 1st prize, a bat signed by Ricky Ponting, 2nd prize went to Jaime Helmot, a bat signed by the Victorian Womens cricket side and Wally Moore won 3rd prize , a hamper. The cricket was good quality and the crowd enjoyed some big hitting with twenty one 4s and six 6s hit for the day.

Reece Emmins smashing one of his two sixes in his 46 not out !

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Flowerdale Tennis ClubDivision of Flowerdale Sports Club Inc.Spring Valley Recreation Reserve Spring Valley Road, Flowerdale Phone: (03) 5780 2201 Enquiries: Jeannette Kamar 5780 1520 Postal Address: C/- Hazeldene Store, P.O. Box 2026 Flowerdale, 3658, Vic flowerdaletennis@bigpond.com

Would you like to play Tennis in 2012? Coaching, Monday ladies region competition and inter-club evening completions all re-commence during th week of 6 February Please contact Jeannette (5780 1520) if you like more information on any of the following: o Mid-week evening mixed doubles social competition; Enrol now Currently 10 Flowerdale teams participate; all matches are played in Flowerdale Matches are at 6.45pm for a 7pm start Players are generally 15 years or older, but some younger children participate This is a family competition; fun for all levels of play Players enrol as individuals, the committee forms the teams which vary each season You dont have to be a good player to join in and have fun! Hot shots for primary school children: Coaching program delivered by coach Colin Grace Currently 26 children are participating weekly and they love it! Sessions are after school on Mondays during School Terms Parents of current participants will be contacted. New enrolments for February 2012 should be now as places are limited Tennis lessons for players of all levels and ages; Delivered by Colin Grace (0412 757 842) our highly quality and wonderful coach Sessions are on Sunday or Mondays; please contact Colin if interested Ladies Doubles Competition, 10 am start Currently played on Mondays Considering to also enrol teams for play on Tuesday and/or Thursdays If interested please call Jeannette.

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FLOWERDALE CFA

Seventeen is a lucky number for Flowerdale. At about 5 pm on Tuesday 24 January, a grass fire started on a property behind the primary school. At this stage its not known what started the fire, but it burnt about 20 acres before it was contained. It was a tremendous response from all brigades to get the incident under control in difficult and windy conditions on the day. Luckily, because the wind was directed away from the school, it was not in real danger. And the number? Including Flowerdales tankers and vehicle, seventeen appliances turned out. The new Fire Station is another step closer, as Council has advertised our planning permit application. Flowerdale Brigade is hoping that the new station will be ready by next fire season. The entire brigade was very saddened to learn of the death of our long-time brigade member and friend, David Long. David was not only a firie but a skilled Incident Controller who played a vital role during the fires of February 2009. None of us will ever forget how he kept his kind and calm manner, but still delivered bad jokes, while he carried out his role at the Incident Control Centre in Yea at that time. The entire community showed our appreciation for David at a memorial service in Yea on 9 January. As a member of Flowerdale Brigade said, It was a send-off that David would have been proud of. Lots of anecdotes about a man who had such a wry and warped sense of humour! Next training and meeting at the Fire Station. Training is on the first and third Sundays, and the brigade meeting is on the first Tuesday. TrainingSunday 5th and 19th February, 9.00am MeetingTuesday 7th February, 7.30 pm. Kate HawkinsFlowerdale CFA

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1st Kinglake Scout Group2012 is looking like another year of fun and adventure. All sections have done their planning and our youth members can look forward to some great activities. Why do they join? A youngster joins us because he wants to sleep in a tentbecause thats what Scouts do! He doesnt care how he puts it up and, should it fall down in the night or he gets wet, hell find out why and do it differently next time thats the education a result of the fun! Thats the magic of Scouting! Scouting is not part of the formal education system and never should be. It is part of the non-formal educational process. In effect, its a learning from life, from new experiences, from challenges, from adventures, from friendships, from disappointments, from triumphs, and above all, from that all important desire to learn for oneself because we WANT to not because we have to! Thats the fun which is, I believe, the essence of Scouting! (David Easton 1995) Scout News The Scouts finished 2011 with a camp at Mafeking Rover Park in the Highlands. The Scouts all had a relaxing camp swimming and bike riding. The last night for the year was a rock climbing night at Hardrock in Nunawading. Thank you to Mel Ennis for her help with transport. Coming up this term the Scouts have rafting, an overnight hike and over winter a snow camp staying at the Rover lodge at Mt Baw Baw. Venturer News The Venturers finished off 2011 with 9 holes of golf at the Whittlesea Golf Course. They also had an overnight camp on the King Parrot Creek. Coming up we have the annual Venturer camp Anything Goes, surfing, a fishing night and later in the year hiking in the Tasmanian wilderness. Thinking of Joining? If you are interested in joining as a Cub, Scout or Venturer, or you are an adult looking for a rewarding outlet as a leader or an assistant please phone: 5780 2926 or by e-mail chriscobern68@hotmail.com If would like to find out more about Scouting visit www.vicscouts.asn.au

Thinking about joining the gym????

Try our FREE trial period from January 15th to February 15th..Come in and start your New Year goals toward better health and fitness with us between January 15th to February 15th for FREE. Ask our friendly staff how you can take advantage of this offer.Conditions Apply

In the December edition we incorrectly advertised Zumba Classes . We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

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Public Notice/Media Releases

Tree replanting for Kinglake Ranges and FlowerdalePlanting opportunities have been identified in the Kinglake Ranges and Flowerdale area after the undertaking of a tree inventory of urban streets that suffered tree loss as a result of the February 2009 fires. Murrindindi Shire Council is seeking Natural Disaster Funding to enable the replacement of these trees. Two public meetings will be held to provide opportunity for residents to view the proposed planting locations, species selection and discuss the project with Council representatives.

4.30pm

Thursday 16 February 2012

Kinglake Rebuilding Advisory Centre Flowerdale Community House

4.30pm

Friday 17 February 2012

If you are unable to attend a meeting but would like to comment on the proposed works contact Carren Hedger on 5772 0352 or email chedger@murrindindi.vic.gov.au . Details of the proposed works are available on Councils website at www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au

COMMUNITY EVENT Saturday 25th February 2012

T he Richie Valens Tribute Show At Whitehorse Club East Burwood Admission : Community Bus: $30.00 $10.00 per person

Community House is looking at interested parties to register for their interest for group power supply, your own bill would still be independent to your own home the more interested parties the cheaper the rate. Please see Jess at reception to register.

For further inquiries/bookings please phone Flowerdale Community House 5780 2664

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Administration Assistant (Traineeship)Permanent part-time position - 42 hours per fortnight We are seeking a friendly, reliable and self motivated individual who enjoys a friendly environment for the position of Trainee Administration Assistant. You must be willing to undertake a Certificate III in Business Administration as part of your traineeship. Duties include reception duties, liaison with the Coordinator and staff, as well as the Committee of Management, maintain and provide professional relationships with agencies and services, providing a welcoming environment to all members of the public, providing administrative assistance to all staff, data entry and coordination of room hire. A keen interest to work in the not for profit sector and with communities is essential. Salary and benefits as per the current Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres Workplace Agreement

Any further inquiries on either position and for a copy of the Position Description please email krnh@kinglakeranges.com.au Applications will close 5.00pm Friday 10 February 2012. Interviews will be undertaken the week commencing Monday 13th February 2012.

COMMUNITY DINNERSPlease note our Community dinner dates are: March 16th June 15th September 21st December 21st ALL WELCOME$5.00 for Adults $3.00 for Primary School Children

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FLOWERDALE ENVIRONMENT WORK ENGINEBLACKBERRY BASH 2012Over the weekend of the 11 and 12 of February the 2012 Annual Blackberry Bash begins!! We understand it is a little late in the season but we have been advised to consider the Macquarie Perch spawning in the King th Parrot Creek by DSE. It will kick off on Saturday the 11 of February at the Moores Road Reserve at 9am. There will be herbicidal chemicals available at no cost along with a limited number of large and small spray units available to borrow but it will be a case of first in, best dressed. Our spraying is anticipated to continue for about a month. We have been mapping of where spraying has taken place over the last two years and this will continue this year. Remember weeds dont understand property boundaries so any encouragement or involvement with your neighbours would benefit everyone. Please remember to use personal protective equipment when spraying and be mindful of the environmental impact these sprays can have as this amount of spraying can be detrimental to other things other than weeds, including frogs, fish, birds and animals. Please call the team leader closest to you to arrange pick up of chemicals and gear or come down to the Moores Rd Reserve Saturday morning. Collins Road Spring Valley Road Hazeldene Ash Cook Ric Stubbings and Sal Phillips Kerry Sullivan Paul Michael Ron Litjens and Kate Hawkins 5780 1405 5780 1320 0429 918 478 0458 021 480 0419 559 368th th

Old Spring Valley Road Broadford-Flowerdale/ Upper King Parrot Creek Rds

Don Todd Peter Auty Trent Patten

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Moores & Messmate Roads

UPCOMING INFORMATION NIGHTOn Tuesday the 28 Feb at the Flowerdale Hall we are holding another 3 hour Agricultural Chemical Users info night at 7pm. This night is strongly encouraged for anyone who is planning to use the newly purchased spray equipment. You will receive a certificate of participation even though it is not the full ACUP. Still a most valuable and informative night and wont take up a whole weekend! Best of all it wont cost you a cent to do! Contact Trent Patten on 5780 2333 to book.th

NEW EQUIPMENT PURCHASED FOR COMMUNITYThe FEWE has purchased some spray equipment, both large and small outfits, for use by anyone in the community who has completed the ACUP or the 3 hour short Chemical Users or has some chemical spraying experience. Weed management was identified as one of the key priorities by our community. This is going to be hugely beneficial to so many in the community, so please come along to the next Chemical Information Night.

OTHER NEWSIf anyone is interested, there will be copies of the FEWE executive meetings minutes available at Community House for people to peruse.

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CHEMICAL INFORMATION EVENINGSHORT COURSE (3 hours) FLOWERDALE ENVIRONMENT WORK ENGINE

What you should know about Herbicides & Weed ControlWEDNESDAY 28TH February AT 7PM FLOWERDALE HALL

This information evening has been organised by the Flowerdale Environment Work Engine to provide all local residents with an opportunity to learn how to safely and responsibly use herbicide chemicals. Herbicides are a powerful tool in the management of weeds, however a basic knowledge of how they work, requirements for effective use and techniques for minimising risks to the user and environment are essential. What type of application will suit your needs? What is the difference between woody and broadleaf herbicides? What is wetting agent used for? What is my legal responsibility? These and many other questions will be answered on the night. This course provides information that all land managers (large or small) should be familiar with when applying herbicides in our environment. We are fortunate to have Kevin Chandler, who has a broad knowledge of the application of chemicals to present this evening. Please take advantage of this great opportunity considering spray equipment will be available for community use, places are limited, so dont miss out! We urge anyone who has or is using farm or garden chemicals to attend this important information evening at no cost.

RSVP by the 24th of February, by emailing or calling Trent or Vikki Patten on trent1966@bigpond.com or 5780 2333.

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FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY MARKET3rd Sunday of the Month Flowerdale Community Hall 9.00 am1.00pm

Devonshire Teas

New Stalls Welcome please phone Alison on 57801223

Sausage Sizzle provideD by local Junior Youth Group

Flowerdale Men's Shed!Meets In the At Monday's 7pm Blue Scope Steel Shed Recreation Reserve Spring Valley Rd Flowerdale

We need to find out the level of interest in the Community and start planning for an opening celebration/BBQ in early March.

If you are unable to attend, but would like to participate please contact Peter Auty preferably by Email to peterj.auty@gmail.com

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Quilt, Art & Photography Show10th - 12th of March 2012 Times: 10th : 10am - 4pm 11th : 10am - 4pm 12th : 10am - 4pm

At Flowerdale Community House 36 - 42 Silver Creek Rd Flowerdale 3658 Entry Fee Visitors: Gold coin donation Exhibitors Fee: $6 First item, $3 for every other item Entry Forms can be collected from FCH or by phoning 5780 2664 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday Please note in the event of Extreme or Code Red days the show will be postponed as the Community House is Closed The "Enlightened Spirits Glass Hands" will be given out to their owners over the 3 days of the exhibition between 10.00am - 4.00pm Please pop in to collect yoursFlowerdale Flyer February 2012

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Flowerdale Community House INCOpen Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm Phone: 5780 2664

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This group meets every Monday night and is a self help weight loss program. If you would like to lose a few kilos and get fit then join this group on Monday 23rd January at the Community House at 6.00 pm Zumba coming in the near future!

Please join this talented group on Tuesdays at 10.00 am if you would like to learn how to create a beautiful quilt, or you would like to share a craft activity with us. There will be an exhibition of this groups works in March from the 10th12th

Every Tuesday at 10.30 am come along with a plate to share with some friendly people . Have a chat with the staff, choose a book from our extensive selection of books on the Book Share shelves.

Coming soon to the Community House , bring your own musical instrument or just join in the jam Session. If you are interested in learning to play a musical instrument /or just love music please let us know at the Community House

Are you interested in Painting, Life Drawing or Jewellery making? Come and join this new group commencing on Tuesday 9th February at 1.30pm.

2012 classes will be offered again this year, with instructor Peter Auty. Maximum number of participants is 6 per class. Classes are for men and women over the age of 16 To participate in any of the events or courses on offer at the Community House please drop in to register your interest, or email us on fch@internode.on.net or phone on 57802664

SERVICESOp Shop ~ Call in and have a browse you may pick up a bargain. Volunteers are always needed so if you have a spare few hours please call the Community House. Flowerdale Food Share ~ Thanks to the ongoing partnership with Berry Street and the Victorian Food Bank. Phone or come and speak with Odette. Firewood ~ If you are in desperate need of firewood, please call the Community House. Annie on UGFM ~ Each Saturday Morning at 9.30am on 88.9/98.9UGFM. Annie gives the Flowerdale Report, Good Morning Murrindindi and has a wide listening audience.

Please feel free to call into the Flowerdale Community House and admire the wonderful building, have a cuppa with the staff, borrow a book or just sit and relax......Flowerdale Flyer February 2012

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FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY OP SHOPFinally after many years of thinking about it, many months of planning and finally many weeks of hard work The Flowerdale Boutique (also know as the OP SHOP) has re-opened. The shop looks fantastic and it is all due to the hard work of our dedicated volunteers. I would personally like to thank my husband (Jack) who has been there every step of the way. To the Flowerdale Community House and to all who have given their time, advice and friendship...Thank You JOAN CARROLL Donations are always needed and much appreciated. (Please no electrical goods or toys)

BASIC HAND PIECING COURSE

DATE:

4 x Saturdays March 3rd, April 13th, May 5th and June 2nd

TIME:

10.30 am12.30 pm,

What to Bring: Cotton thread, needles, scissors and four or five fatquarters and one and a half meters of light or dark background fabic. Fabrics should be cotton, and should be prewashed and ironed. A selection of black patterns to choose from will be available on the day. Basic kits are available for $10.50

COST: CONTACT:

$10.00 per Class Sharon on 57801428 or Liz on 9716 3818

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PROPOSED TIMETABLE FOR 2012Day Monday Course IT Skills Lighten Up Tuesday Morning Tea/ Community Lunch Please bring a plate to share Playgroup Quilting and Craft Meditation Wednesday Thursday Cooking Classes Art Classes Yoga with Val Tepper Saturday Quilting and Craft Beginners Patchwork Japanese cooking/Vietnamese Sunday Time 10.00 am12.30 pm Weigh in from 6.00pm 10.30 am2.00 pm Cost $12.00 $5.00

10.00 am12.30 pm 10.00 am2.00 pm TBA 10.00 am2.00 1.30pm3.30 pm 7.30pm-9.00pm 1st Saturday of the Month 10.30 am3.30 pm 1st Saturday Month commencing 3rd March 10.30am 12.30pm Will alternate monthly

$2.00 per family $5.00 TBA TBA depending on ingredients TBA depending on Supplies $12 per session ($60 for week block) $6.00

$10.00

Green Valley Church - Church is not like it used to be. Come and check it out! 10.00 am at the Community House

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MONTHLY OUTINGS 2012Friday 24th February DFO Essendon COST BUS ONLY

$10.00

Thursday 15th March

Fairfield Boathouse Morning Tea/Preston Market COST $20.00 Including Morning Tea

Thursday 12th April

Swinging Sisters at 11.00amCOST 20.00 all inclusive Plenty Valley Entertainment Centre, South Morang

Tuesday 22nd May

Day trip to Daylesford/Lunch COST $25.00 Morning Melodies at the Commercial HotelSouth Morang Andrew Portelli (Elvis the King of Rock and Roll) COST $5.00 Bus only free Morning Tea, $15.00 for 3 course lunch (extra) Doncaster Shopping Centre COST $25.00 Morning Tea/Northland Shopping Centre COST $20.00 including Morning Tea Donnybrook Pub for Lunch COST $8.00 Bus - Buy your own Lunch Morning Melodies at the Commercial HotelSouth Morang Gabrielle The Best of the Best (Songs from top female artists Petula Clarke, Judy Garland, Shirley Bassey & More) COST $5.00 Bus only free Morning Tea, $15.00 for 3 course lunch (extra) Xmas Shopping till you drop COST $20.00 including Morning Tea

Wednesday 6th June

Friday 29th June

Thursday 23rd August

Monday 17th September

Wednesday 3rd October

Friday 23rd of November

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BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT:

Please fill out the form below to register your attendance at any of the Community Outings: Return the form with your payment/s to: Flowerdale Community House Inc 36-42 Silver Creek Rd Flowerdale 3658 Phone 57802664 Email fch@internode.on.net Name ................................................ Contact Details ................................. DFO................................................... ...................................... FAIRFIELD BOATHOUSE/MARKET ........ ... SWINGING SISTERS ........................... ... DAYLESFORD ..................................... ... MORNING MELODIES ......................... ... DONCASTER ...................................... ... NORTHLAND SHOPPING CENTRE ........ ... DONNYBROOK PUB LUNCH ................. ... MORNING MELODIES ......................... ... XMAS SHOPPING ................................ ... TOTAL PAID.$Flowerdale Flyer February 2012

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We Want You

LOCAL TRADIESOnly $5 a month Name Expertise Phone number Is all that is needed

Must be prepaid Marked with Payment: Flowerdale Flyer Tradies List & Contact Address

And Watch the jobs flow inNew Contact: Flowerdale Community House Inc Phone/Fax: 57802664 Email: fch@internode.on.net

LOCAL TRADIES LIST(Please note if not prepaid ads will not be published)

EDDYS TOWING & TRANSPORTFREE CAR REMOVAL ALL AREASAll non-ferrous metals *We pay up to $100 a car* more for trucks *(conditions apply)* Melb Metro daily (MSIC) Wharf acc. 24 hours service, 7 days Trade Towing Metro/Country, Twin Car, Car Capacity Caravan Relocation, Tractor, Bobcats Equipment (up to 5 tons)

Cabinet Maker Renzo UkosichNew kitchens & renovations 5780 2278 Plasterer Peter KissNew Buildings, Renovations, Repairs No Job Too Big or Too Small 0413 741 396 Plumber Tom SimpsonTLS PlumbingSeptics, Water Tanks etc 0433 309 559

FULL TILT TRAY SERVICE NOW MOVING 20 FOOT CONTAINERSPhone Eddy 0407849252 or 0357978220 3877 Melba Hwy, Glenburn, 3717 Fax 57978520 www.eddystowing@harboursat.com.au

Wood Splitter available Full Time in FlowerdaleAs part of the Tool Library in Flowerdale we now have a permanent Wood Splitter available. To book you need to contact Henry 0427 808 435 WOULD YOU LIKE TO USE THE FLOWERDALE COMMUNITY BUS?????? For details phone Flowerdale Community House 5780 2664February 2012

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COMMUNITY, AGENCY & EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERSAmbulance 000 Bee Swarm Removal 0400 337 556 Berry Street 5772 3383 Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 Bushfire Building Advice Line 1300 360 320 Bushfire Case Management Service 1800 050 400 CFA Emergency 000 Consumer Affairs Victoria 1300 558 181 DHS Child Protection 1800 650 227 (After Hours) 13 12 78 Flowerdale Hub 5780 2704 Dial Before you Dig 1100 DoctorYea 5736 0444 Direct LineDrug & Alcohol Counselling 1800 888 236 Flowerdale Community Hall (Bookings) 5780 2027 Flowerdale Community House 5780 2664 Flowerdale Hotel 5780 1230 Flowerdale Kindergarten 5780 2816 Flowerdale Primary School 5780 1264 Hazeldene Store 5780 1202 Green Valley ChurchFlowerdale 0434 357 730 Grief line (12noon-Midnight) 9596 7799 Help for Wildlife 0417 380 687 HospitalYea 5736 0400 Housing for people with drug/alcohol issues 5784 5555 Insurance Ombudsman 1300 728 228 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House 5786 1301 Lands Titles 8636 2026 Lifeline 13 11 14 JP (Lyn Gunter) 5780 2382 (G Atkins) 5786 2038 (K Stewart) 5786 1557 Maternal & Child Health Emergency (AH) 1800 134 883 Mensline 1300 789 978 Mental Health Advice Line 1300 280 737 Mitchell Community Health Services 1300 773 352 Murrindindi Shire Council Alexandra 5772 0333 Yea 5797 2209 Kinglake 5786 1522 Maternal and Child Health CentreFlowerdale 57802020 Home Based Child Care 5772 0362 Aged Care Services 5772 0360 Local Law Emergencies * 0419 572 425 Engineering Emergencies * 0407 509 413 Local Law Enforcement 5772 0333 *These numbers must only be used in the case of an emergency. If matter is not urgent please contact MSC during office hours. Nurse-On-Call 1300 606 024 Office of Housing (Seymour DHS) 1800 680 694 Open Family Youth Outreach Worker 0417 160 598 PoliceKinglake 5786 1333 Yea 5797 2630 Emergency 000 Poisons Information 13 11 26 Red Cross REDiPlan 8327 7700 Regional Information & Advocacy Council 1800 221 944 Relationships Australia 1300 364 277 Rural Financial Counselling Service 5735 4342 Rural Housing Network 5735 2000 SES 13 25 00 TRU Energy Power Failure 13 17 99 VetYea 5797 2333 Whittlesea 9716 2495 Victorian Aids & Equipment Program 5832 2200 Vision Australia 5831 3555 Yea Community House 5797 3070 Wildlife Victoria 1300 094 535

FLOWERDALE COUNTRY FIRE AUTHORITYCaptain: Glenn Woods Station: 5780 2179 Meets: 7.30pm 1st Tuesday of Month Emergency: Training: 000

2nd & 4th Sunday of the month at 9am

ADVERTISING RATES1/16 Page 1/8 Page 1/4 Page 1/2 Page Full Page Classified Ads Personals $10.00 $20.00 $30.00 $45.00 $90.00 $1 per line Free

Email the Flowerdale Community House at fch@internode.on.net or post to: PO Box 2008, Hazeldene 3658

DEADLINE FOR FLOWERDALE FLYER MARCH EDITION IS FRIDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 2012Mobile Library Visits: Hazeldene Bus Stop1.30 to 4.30pm 1st & 3rd Thursday of month. If you have internet access at home you can reserve books at the Yarra Plenty Regional Library website (www.yprl.vic.gov.au) and collect them from the Mobile Library.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR MORE VOLUNTEERS TO DISTRIBUTE THE FLOWERDALE FLYER.

If you can help once a month to distribute please contact 57802664Email: fch@internode.on.netPERSONAL ADVERTISEMENTSWould you like to announce birthdays, marriage, engagements, deaths, or other personal advertisements in the Flowerdale Flyer? Please contact Flowerdale Community House: fch@internode.on.netFebruary 2012

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