http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au Copyright (C) Euroa Gazette Newspapers 2012 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:58:28 GMT http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14822 Anyone who thought it was a shame that the mature eucalypts along the back of the Euroa Primary Scho and Neale carries a metal detector so that he can identify and remove these parts with the chainsaw before they cause any damage to his valuable sawblade.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14821 The better weather brought 19 golfers out for a stroke/medal round on Wednesday, 7 October. The grouall stableford, which should be a lot of fun. Be at the clubhouse early, as departure time is 7.45 am. There will be a prize of the day and special prizes.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14820 Summer ball sports began their season all over the Shire of Strathbogie at the weekend in a blaze of, slopped and slapped on by players all over the Shire as they settled down to enjoying their favourite sports, hopefully well protected against the glare.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14819 Although last weekend was dominated to a large extent by the annual Show ’n’ Shine in the Seven Creeocal people finished up tired but very happy with the success of the weekend, while many visitors were already adding next year’s event to their calendars.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14818 Life couldn’t have been better for twenty-nine-year-old Vicki Damon, on a first wedding anniversary lly difficult. Kay said that many people have called to leave messages of consolation and hope, which has been very supportive throughout this trying time.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14817 Travellers by road and rail have been amazed to see huge piles of old railway sleepers being burnt at it could be in warming someone up from their loungeroom fire instead of wasting precious energy and contributing to greenhouse gases out in the paddocks.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14816 Do come along to the Euroa Show this year and see the great variety of sections both inside and out ne weekend for everyone to enjoy and take part in Our Euroa Show. Schedules for the outside sections are available at various Stock Agents and the Gazette.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14815 Popular international artist Gayle Fitzgerald will headline a concert in aid of the CFA at the Euroad is recording her first CD of original songs. Tickets to Gayle's concert will be available at the clubroom door in Kirkland Avenue door at $10 per person.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14814 The highlight in September for the Euroa Red Cross Unit was the movie matinee screening of "Travels . It is important that this raffle be a big, big success. Members look forward to seeing you at the next meeting on 5 November. New faces are most welcome.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14813 Dear Editor, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the following people who have helped to ctober) and hope it will be even more successful than 2009. My sincere and heartfelt thank you to all. R B Asquith Events Co-ordinator Euroa Show 'n' Shine... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT Letters to the Editor http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14812 Dear Editor, Being fortunate enough to be staying with my eldest daughter in Euroa while the Show ’nhe 1930s. Her pups, by “Father’s Footsteps”, were all Riverina track record holders; they were “Dirigible”, “Idle Fancy”, “Hummer Can” and “Even Faithful”.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT Letters to the Editor http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14811 Wow! hasn't the last 12 months gone quick. It's Show Time again and as in past years we are looking o do their own work at home, so we should be overwhelmed with entries. Schedules are available from the Gazette Office and Burtons Haberdashery & Clothing.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14810 After a long community campaign to secure funding from the Commonwealth Government early this year, Benalla and District Memorial Hospital’s after-hours roster. Opening times at the Violet Town medical centre will be Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4.30pm.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14809 Unfortunately the 2009 Quickshears event has had to be cancelled due to lack of financial support. T loyal sponsors for their support of the event. The Lions Club hopes to hold Quickshears in 2010, if there is enough interest and support to run the event.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14808 It is far easier to make a good marriage better than a bad one good, and a new course beginning soonch includes materials and dessert and coffee. It will run for eight weeks. Please ring George or Glenda Deeble on 5795 3336 if you would like to know more.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14807 When The Euroa Gazette published a 1946 debutante photo recently, a helpful reader pointed out that ris Short I Cann Phyllis Siemering M H Armstrong Norma Simpson J Johnstone Nancy Smith J J Dunning Ruth Watkins G R Armstrong Doreen Worland B Godden... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14806 RuffArtZ is proud to present CJ Dennis's 'The Sentimental Bloke' in the Ruffy Hall. Produced by Pet 2.30pm. Book now with Glen on 5790 4318. Come for a drive to the beautiful Ruffy tableland and enjoy afternoon tea and wonderful comedy show with friends.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14805 Despite the rain and wind at 7.30am on Friday 2 October, a group of senior volunteers gathered at thd the speeches and heard a great three-piece band and singer. Strathbogie Shire Council is pleased that everyone enjoyed an outing they certainly deserved.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14804 Section Owner Model Margaret Stribling Memorial Trophy Philip Soderstrom 1956 Goliath Director’s Tr Ariel Outfit Best Modified Ian Walker - 1979 Harley Sportster Best Bike Overall 1st D Reith - 1924 Douglas 2nd Peter Cartwell - 1969 BSA Thunderbolt... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14803 Violet Town's Open Gardens were magnificent with good crowds visiting in perfect spring weather on Sworthy projects. The raffle winners are: Mrs Lesley Bowe – Violet Town Mr David Webster – Lurg Mrs Sandy Garrett – Violet Town Mrs Marion Daldy – Miepoll.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14802 October 22nd – November 6th After a very successful Show ‘N’ Shine and with October rapidly diminisctivity please do hesitate to contact a member of the Euroa wool week spring festival C’tee your involvement is most welcome. TF 57952769 or 0418 588 868... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14801 Many of the children at St John’s Primary School in Euroa wished they could join in as demolition wo site. No doubt they were attracted both by the noise and by the sight of destructiveness that would, in any other situation, have been strongly condemned.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14800 Nationals Member for Benalla, Dr Bill Sykes, advises that the latest round of the $350,000 Local His and application forms are available online at www.prov.vic.gov.au/lhgp or by contacting Dr Sykes’ office at 2/55 Carrier Street, Benalla, phone 5762 2100.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14799 The Government recently introduced a "10/30 right" that allows landholders to clear any vegetation wy in the future result in repeated 'nuisance' callers being blocked from making any calls. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14798 Members met at the RSL Clubrooms on Monday, 5 October when 11 were present. The usual monthly busineern Australia - a most interesting trip. Competition winners were: Pin cushion - G Halsall, N Johnston, B Parow and Bloom - D McGonnell, B Miller, B Lewin.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14797 After a busy weekend with the Euroa Show ’n’ Shine, schoolchildren from around the district were trehat featured in “The Jungle Treasure” had the desired effect of teaching their audience that “the greatest treasures of all are not always what they seem”.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14796 They came from Melbourne, they came from the Strathbogies and Euroa, but most of all, they came fromn, Eavis Cummins, Wendy Oates, Lynnda Heard, Angela Tough, Myrtle Dinsdale and Glad Rickard should take a bow. Their hard work was much appreciated by all.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14795 With reasonable rains recorded across most of northern Victoria in recent weeks crops in the area haith yield estimates or hay and grain marketing through Hunter Rural feel free to call me with any queries. Andrew James Agronomist Hunter Rural 0447215744... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14794 A healthy diet should include a good variety of nutritious foods. These include breads, pastas, fruiourage infants and children to choose water as their preferred drink. • Children will have better nutrition and do better at school if they eat breakfast.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14793 The annual Strathbogie Ranges Wine Show was a popular event last Friday, held in the Heritage Barn o of the region's finest products. And no doubt these will be appreciated even more as they appear on dinner tables both around the district and far beyond.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14792 The Euroa Clay Target Club conducted itsby-monthly skeet and tower competition on Sunday 11 October,A A Rohrlach (Euroa) 37/40 1st AA Grade J King (Euroa) 36/40 1st B " G McClure (Alexandra) 25/30 1st C " I Elder (Euroa) 16/30... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14791 A glorious spring day greeted players for the opening round of the Benalla & District Cricket Associs the young and talented Delatite side should get over the line against Benalla at the Gardens Oval, while St Joseph’s should easily account for Mansfield.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14790 Wednesday 7 October was a very windy day but Sue Verge didn’t let that interfere with her golf to hagun starts. Sunday 25 is Men’s 18-hole Open Stroke Day tee times from 10.30am. Enquires to Barry on 0418 577 900, Sally on 5794 2305 or Ronda on 5794 2382.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14789 It was probably more to do with it being the opening game of the season, but the ball dominated the nst Merton The season opener will be played at the MCG - Merton Cricket Ground. 3rd Eleven and U17s Their first game is still a week away on October 24th.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14788 Saturday was a good day for Euroa's Division 1 Pennant side, when they defeated their visitors (Stantanhope 20 Avenel 18 Sh RSL Red 17 Dookie 12 Sh RSL White 10 Hill Top 8 Euroa 8 Nagambie 8 Mooroopna 6 Murchison 6 Rushworth 4 Shepparton Park 2 Merrigum 1... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14787 Norman Beechey, one of the most aggressive and flamboyant racing drivers in Australian motor racing he mighty Chevrolet Impala, which had helped to carve his reputation in the 1960s. And to this day “Storming Norman” is showing no signs of slowing down...... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14786 Merton won its first round one-day match, against St Joseph's on Saturday at the Merton Cricket Grogan had the visitors all out for 107, a 58-run victory to the home team. Merton plays Euroa at the M.C.G next Saturday in a one-day match starting at 1pm.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14785 Results - Round 1, 10 October: Section 1: Avenel 5/56 d Longwood-Euroa 4/48 Nagambie 7/67 d Euroa La 0* Section 2: Seymour Black 13 Avenel White 11 Avenel Red 10 Nagambie 10 St Mary's 9 Euroa Gooram 4 Euroa Molka 3 Terip Terip 3 Euroa Lawn 2 Seymour Red 0... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14784 Violet Town travelled to Kyabram for last Saturday's game but came away with only 2 points. A Kingmaabram. Violet Town is at home to Hill Top next Saturday. Mens' 21-up round two results: D Underwood d. W Wood; K Byrne d. J Duncan; G McNutt d. G Tilbrook.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14783 The final long-range pennant shoot for 2009 for the east Central District Rifle Association was shot0-yard shoot next year. Next week will be the third round of the ECDRA spring shoot over 600 yards at the Violet Town Range, new shooters are most welcome.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14782 Last Friday night nearly 200 players and supporters of the Violet Town Football Netball Club gathereion of awards. Once again the club had a successful year on the field and socially. Plans are already under way for next season which comes around quickly.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14781 No rainfall was recorded during the week ending at 9am on Sunday 11 September, although a few drops pests are also starting to appear - flies, mosquitoes, spiders and snakes - and blustery winds yesterday raised swirls of dust from the still-dry paddocks.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14780 Visit the community website at www.strathbogie.org. Family Soccer Match: Each Sunday at the Recrea: Strathbogie - Chris Thomson, David Joyce, Trevor Hoare, Jon Frederick, Tristan Rozema; Kelvin View - Trevor Butterfield, Andrew Mackrell, Leon Mackrell.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14779 Euchre: The Spring euchre series began at the Miepoll Hall on Friday night with a good attendance. Thepparton and VioletTown-Murchison Roads) has closed until further notice due to its deteriorating condition. Repairs are dependant on finances, naturally.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14778 Congratulations: Best wishes to Cate and Andrew Burke, who have welcomed their baby boy Alexander Gt week bowled for the trophies and after three games the winners were Lynal Chandler, Jason Sloan, Jean Hamilton, John Dougal. Two weeks of bowling remain.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14777 Weather: Mostly fine and sunny days, at times clouding over but no rain resulting. Cooler nights witer - Community Concert and Christmas Tree. Fire Truck Roster, Sunday 18 October: Balmattum - 1. Stuart Outred, 2. Bob Bailey. Shean's Creek - Denis Nolan.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14776 Avenel Neighbourhood House: Term IV: * Open House (Tuesdays 1-4 pm) - informal call-in time, cuppa. AGM (Annual General Meeting) Tuesday, 27 October, 4.30 pm. AVAG (Avenel Action Group): October meeting moved to 22 October, Thursday, 7.30pm at the school.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14775 PERSONAL PARS Birthday wishes for Nagambie and Avenel folk go this week to Phyllis Hannam, Shirley - If you are a local Nagambie group who is not listed in this column, and would like to have your activities shared with readers, let me know. 5794 1720.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT District News http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14774 Saturday 10th October saw a good field play a stroke round/monthly medal and also the gold medal plant on 23,24 & 25 October,please get names in to Barry on 0418577900 for the over 50’s comp on the Friday,4BBB on Saturday & the stroke round on the Sunday.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport http://www.euroa-gazette.com.au/articles.aspx?d=14773 The Ladies Annual General Meeting was held on Monday night and the following office bearers were ele. Only one reminder is due this week - tonight’s Annual General Meeting at the Club House at 7.30 pm. Would all members please make every effort to attend.... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:27:37 GMT General Sport