On Thursday 10 October 2013, a new era in the Community Bank® network commenced in Neerim South with the official opening of the new Neerim District Community Bank® Branch and Neerim District Community Business Centre.

The new premesis was the result of many years of planning by the Board of the Neerim District Financial Services Limited under the guidance of Chairman Paul Bright.

In his opening address Mr. Bright thanked the Directors of the company past and present for their contribution to the community. He reiterated to those present the huge benefit the district has received from the establishment of the Community Bank® branch. “Since its inception in 2000 more than $1.6million has been returned to the Neerim community through grants, sponsorships and donations,” said Mr Bright.

Mr Gary Blackwood MP, Member for Narracan congratulated Neerim District Community Bank® Branch on its excellent achievements over the past 13 years. “Without Community Bank® branches many areas would not be as prosperous as they are today,” said Mr Blackwood.

Mr Russell Jenkins, Co-chair of the Community Bank® Strategic Advisory Board, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank returned to Neerim South after 13 years. Mr. Jenkins assisted in the opening of the original branch in July 2000. He said that “He was amazed at the growth and development taking place in the district and that the provision of banking services provided by the Community Bank® branch would have played a major role in this development.”

Following the official opening those in attendance were invited to inspect the branch and Community Business Centre whilst enjoying some refreshments provided by the Lions Club of Neerim District.

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Neerim District Financial Services Ltd 143 Main Road, Neerim South VIC 3831

ABN 46 091 832 923

Thank YouThe Neerim District Financial Services Ltd thanks the following contractors who assisted in the construction of the new Community Bank® branch and Community Business Centre.

Kubale Constructions

Neerim Project Design

Clinka

Wild Dog Plumbing

M.R. Percy Electrical

Moe Refrigeration

TS Fabrication

Carpet Country Warragul

Studd Corp

Lieshout Plastering

MSD Painting Services

Brad Tomasetti Concreting

Whelans Cabling

Strating Joinery

Sams Rendering

Brad James Bricklaying

Styleline Stainless

Metro Precast Concrete

Modco Automation

Top: The new Neerim District Community Bank® Branch.Middle: Three of the original Directors (L-R) Paul Bright, Chris Jensen and Jim Cunliffe.Above: Gary Blackwood MP, Member for Narracan, Russell Jenkins, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank and Paul Bright, Chairman of Neerim District Financial Services Limited unveiling the plaque to commemorate the opening of the new branch.

Neerim District Financial Services Ltd

October 2013

Photos courtesy Julie Ward, Action Packed Images, Neerim South.

Branch contactsCall in and see us at 143 Main Road, Neerim South and you will receive the friendly, informed service for which Neerim District Community Bank® Branch is renowned.

The branch is staffed by the following team members:

Branch Manager

Tim Gilmore

Customer Relationship Manager

Maureen Johnston

Senior Customer Service Officer

Karen Johnson

Customer Service Officers

Jenny Cooper

Donna Field

Amanta Hopkins

For all your banking needs call into Neerim District Community Bank® Branch at 143 Main Road, Neerim South or telephone us on 5628 1079, we welcome your enquiry.

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insurance

You should consider the Product Disclosure Statement available from any branch before making a decision. Bendigo Home & Contents Insurance is issued by CGU Insurance Limited ABN 27 004 478 371 AFSL 238201. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. IN10 (197558_v1) (15/10/2013)

Let’s face it, most people really only think about their insurance when something goes wrong.

And when the unexpected does occur, it’s good to know you have someone to turn to if you need help getting things back to normal as fast as possible.

It’s easy – protect yourself, your family and your biggest assets with a Bendigo Insurance Policy.

Drop into the branch at 143 Main Road, Neerim South or phone 5628 1079 to obtain a quote or arrange cover.

Neerim District Community Bank® Branch

$1.6 Million$1.6 Millionin community contributions

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited. ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879.

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Made possible by the customers of Neerim District Community Bank® Branch

So make a difference - to your own banking and to your community.

Drop into your branch at 143 Main Road, Neerim South or phone 5628 1079.

Neerim District Community Bank® Branch

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited, The Bendigo Centre, Bendigo VIC 3550. ABN 11 068 049 178. AFSL 237879. (BMPNL0680) (10/13)

Neerim District Community Bank® Branch

143 Main Road, Neerim South VIC 3831 Phone: 5628 1079 Website: www.bendigobank.com.au/neerim

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm and Saturday mornings 9.00am – 12 noon

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Youth Foundation Neerim District wants to hear the dreams of our young people.

“What would you do with $1,000?”For more information and ideas:Leave your name and contact details with the staff at Neerim District Community Bank® Branch.

Email: treasurer@ndfs.com.au

Website: www.youthfoundation.com.au

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From Youth Foundation to Junior Basketball Club CommitteeEarly 2012 Tamika Clancy was nominated by the Principal of the Neerim District Secondary College as she showed potential as a young leader within the college.

During the year Tamika spent most weeks at support committee meetings for Youth Foundation Neerim District before heading to her weekly game of basketball and assisting with the junior grades, getting the scoreboard and score sheets ready and sometimes working in the canteen.

As time progresses throughout the year Tamika became more involved in discussions with people she was familiar with. She nominated a possible grant, interviewed grant applicants, applied for a grant on line and assessed grants.

At the grant presentation in October 2012 Tamika surprised all with her ease of public speaking in front of an audience of 90 people. She made presentations and accepted a grant.

Throughout 2013 her studies prevented Tamika from attending youth support committee meetings, but she willingly stepped up and joined the committee of the Neerim District Junior Basketball Club.

Her role on the committee involves helping in the canteen when help is needed. At the moment Tamika does not have a permanent role on the committee but has mentioned she may be interested in coaching a junior team in the near future.

Youth Foundation has given Tamika the opportunity to come out of her shell a bit and learn to not only come up with ideas, but share them out loud. She has learnt how to apply for grants and the very painful process that comes with them. She has grown tremendously in her confidence and is now showing a more confident side to herself at school and in the community.

Tamika is now mentioning Youth Foundation for possible grants and keeping them as a resource, as she knows the good work they do. She is also waiting for the writer’s camp in term 4 which is the grant that Tamika applied for last year.

NEERIM DISTRICT

Neerim District Young People “Have Your Say! Use Your Voice”The Youth Foundation Neerim District in partnership with the Neerim District Lions Club have successfully received a Shape It! Grant from the Victorian Government.

The Shape It! Grants are a Victorian Government program that supports rural and regional young people to participate in local decision making in their community.

Hon Ryan Smith MP, Minister for Youth Affairs says, “It is important young people have every opportunity to contribute to the development of their community and help shape its long term-future.”

Age: 10 years to 30 years

When: Friday 15 November 2013

Where: Neerim District Community Business Centre

Time: Between 3pm and 8pm Come for a Short Time! Come for a Long Time!

RSVP: treasurer@ndfs.com.au or leave your name at the Neerim District Community Bank® Branch

Refreshments supplied