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Bell Shakespeare
Year 7-11 students from Barham High School had a taste of the theatre, acting and stepping out of their comfort zone with the Bell Shakespeare artist in residence program. Working with the famous Australian national touring Theatre Company Bell Shakespeare, students were offered a chance to immerse themselves in Shakespeare texts at the Golden Rivers Theatre Group home at the Faulkner Pavillion in Barham.
The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper, 12 December 2024
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Ballarat Chef Tim Bone spreads holiday cheer on local podcast
Ben Kempster & Kristy Horne. This Christmas, the Two Cousins One Chat podcast is serving up something truly special—a festive episode featuring local culinary star Tim Bone! Tim, who grew up in Nhill and Adelaide and now calls Ballarat home, rose to fame on MasterChef Australia with his bold flavours and love for hearty cooking.
Nhill Lake update
The Nhill Lake and surrounding recreational area has and still continues to attract many users. The ongoing maintenance under the guidance of Dale Stanford and a small group of volunteers is very much appreciated and valued.
Kaniva Community Carols: A celebration of Christmas spirit
Kaniva’s Community Hub came alive for the annual Christmas Carols last Friday, welcoming young families and people of all ages. Despite the inclement weather, the event saw a full house, preceded by Santa photos, face painting and a meet and greet with Santa on the oval.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 11 December 2024
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“Georgie” immortalised
Georgie Ah Ling, Donald’s famous market gardener has been immortalised on the wall of the town’s “modern market” thanks to a Donald 2000 initiative and the creative talents of Melbourne-artist Heesco. This incredible artwork tells Georgie Ah Ling’s story and his remarkable contributions to the Donald community.
Bailey brings home victory
Wilson McShane. After starting her drag racing career nine months ago, Harvest Christian College, Kadina, student Bailey Hawke claimed her first-ever victory at the South Coast Nationals (junior dragster) in Portland, Victoria, at the weekend (December 7 and 8). Hawke, 13, began drag racing in March and has since had seven runner-up performances across Australia.
Hang gliders here for “Big K week”
For many, the idea of being suspended at 7,000 feet is daunting, but for a number of hang gliding enthusiasts, it’s the thrill they eagerly seek year after year. It’s all part of “Big K Week”, a competition that draws participants to the Mallee for a week of hang gliding — aimed at developing their skills and achieving personal bests.
Sam’s stories are for all to share
Late November 2024 a small crowd gathered in Donald Shared Shop to attend a book launch of one of the shop’s vendors. Samantha Davies has written over 30 novels, and most are available to purchase at Donald’s Shared Shop.
Too expensive and too slow
Environmentalists in Gippsland maintain that nuclear energy is not a viable option for the region because it’s too expensive, its lengthy design and construction time make it too slow to replace coal, and it uses too much water. “Australia boasts abundant renewable energy resources, being the sunniest continent in the world and among the windiest, making renewable energy abundant and affordable,” Gippsland Climate Change Network said in its submission to the House of Representatives inquiry into nuclear power.
Nuclear power essential: Camier
Nuclear power generation in the Latrobe Valley is now essential because of the need for base load power in a balanced system as over-investment in renewables is destabilising electricity supply and increasing costs, according to a retired Morwell scientist. Dr Ron Camier, in a submission to the House of Representatives inquiry into nuclear power, said these increasing costs due to renewables were a primary driver for increasing unemployment and the cost-of-living.
Loy Yang seeks water for mine lake
Water is a key part of the operation of the Loy Yang mine – and will still be a key part of the brown coal mine’s future. The scheduled closure of the Loy Yang A power station in 2035 is looming larger on the horizon, and the water issue needs to be sorted out.
“Say no to towers”
Alex Morrison. The Prime Minister has begun an anti-bullying campaign. It’s welcome. He could start right at home with his own government who are allowing TCV to bully farmers in this district into accepting the power lines that come with wind turbines. Their treatment of affected landholders along VNI West power line route is a disgrace, the so-called negotiations and compensation offers are a farce.
The highs and lows of Cairn Curran
It's usually only during floods and droughts that the everyday modern person thinks at all about the availability of water; we take for granted the trickle from the tap. But the contrast between the recent dry spell of many months and the rain of the last week has prompted Goulburn-Murray Water, the entity that manages the storage and delivery of water in our region, to share some information about how these extremes are managed.
Award-winning club ready to ring in the New Year at the Burrumbeet Cup, 1 January 2025
As we look forward to 2025, Burrumbeet Park & Windermere Racing Club is kicking off the year in spectacular fashion—fresh off winning the prestigious Country Racing Victoria's Community Club of the Year at the Country Racing Awards. This recognition highlights the club’s unwavering commitment to community, passion for country racing and the tireless efforts of its volunteers and supporters.
Farewell to the man with the magic hands
Together with family members, hundreds of friends and admirers packed the Donald Anglican Church and surrounds ... for the service celebrating the remarkable life of legendary sports therapist, the late Pat Allen. The service was conducted by the Rev. Judi Bird, who spoke feelingly of the difference made by Pat to the lives of people from near and far.
Shop and celebrate locally, and …. win big this Christmas
Birchip is aglow with holiday cheer as the town sparkles under dazzling Christmas lights and festive decorations ... There is another exciting reason to keep it local this festive season, with over $3000 worth of Big Bucks and prizes up for grabs in the annual Birchip Big Bucks Promotion.
Tarrangower Times through time
Ian Riley. Once again, I have been trying the patience of the friendly helpers at the museum … this time I’m in the printing exhibit. Assuming that you’ve picked up a hard copy of the TT [Tarrangower Times], just have a look at what is in front of you, a newspaper Duh! Ok, where is this heading?
Flour power!
Maldon Bakery was selected winner of a 2024 Golden Plate Award in the Unlicensed Café or Bakery section at a gala dinner on Monday 2 December. Maldon Bakery always rises to the occasion with its magnificent baked goods, served with a smile in a lovely environment: everyone in the local area knows it!
