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15th February 2018

A community newspaper produced by Pyramid Hill College

Diary February 18 FREE Waste Disposal at Tip 8-12 23 Night Sky at Quarter Horse 27 Kids’ Rock begins

March 2 World Day of Prayer Schools Swimming Sports 4 Reunion Bendigo 40th Anniv. 6 Football Catering Comm AGM 7 Morning Melodies 24 Bowls Social Evening 27 Morning Melodies 29 Schools Break Up 30 Good Friday

Produced by Pyramid Hill College

Kelly Street, Pyramid Hill, 3575 Tel: 5455 7377 No fax machine Email: press@pyramidhillc.vic.edu.au Website: www.pyramidhillc.vic.edu.au

Pyramid Hill Community Supports Caritas Australia

Thank you to the generous community of Pyramid Hill who have assisted St. Patrick's

fundraising efforts for Caritas Australia. On Pancake Tuesday we cooked and sold

pancakes and raised a mighty effort of $184.95!

Thank you Laurie, Lisa and Leo for supplying the BBQ and the venue.

Congratulations to our Catholic Identity Leaders, James Correa and Riley

O'Toole for their organisation of this event,

A Tour of the Night Sky

Friday, 23rd February 7.30 - 10.30pm

Quarter Horse Arena (near the Hill)

Pyramid Hill are lucky enough to have astronomers, Patricia

& Jim, who have donated their time & expertise to give you a tour of the night sky,

pointing out key star constellations, and other

heavenly bodies. People are welcome to bring

their own telescopes. Supper will be available at a

small cost, put on by Northern Vic Quarter Horse

Assoc. BYO chair

*please note the night will not be able to go ahead if cloudy or wet, so stay tuned!

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VICTORIA HOTEL

What’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the PubWhat’s On at the Pub

Kitchen open Wednesday-Saturday lunch and dinner

Australian meals available Sorry No Chinese Meals

Lunch Specials Choose from 10 different

$12 meals

Wednesday Steak Night - $22

Scotch or T-Bone with a free house drink

Thursdays—Parma Night

Classic Parma $17 8 different Parmas to choose from—$18 Plus free house drink

Fridays Joker Poker Fridays

$900

Free ticket with every drink bought between 6-8pm. Must be there to win.

Follow us on facebook for all our news, updates, specials

and events. www.facebook.com/victoriahotelpyramidhill

Victoria Hotel supplies

Kwik Gas swap bottles - all

types of bottles accepted.

Available 7 days per week

Cold Beer

Wines & Spirits

Lunch and Dinner

Wednesday to Saturday

Accommodation

Catering for functions

Bottle Shop

Rob MansonRob MansonRob MansonRob Manson

Phone Phone Phone Phone

0407 509 0110407 509 0110407 509 0110407 509 011

Grader Hire

Channelling &

Drainage Works

Road Forming 50 Barber Street,

Pyramid Hill, 3575

R. A Gregory & Sons

Funeral Directors John Gregory

5444 0697 Incorp with AG Adams & Sons

Kerang 5452 1111 No travel charge—northern area

FOR APPOINTMENTS

PH: 5451 5220

2 COUTTS ST, BOORT VIC

3537

ST ANTHONY’S FAMILY

MEDICAL PRACTICE

ABN : 23118243226

CONSULTING TIMES

MON TO FRI - 9:00AM TO

5:00PM

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

DIAL 000

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is held each year in Australia to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Ovarian Cancer is still the deadliest women’s cancer. Every day in Australia four women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and three will die from the disease.

Symptoms:

• Abdominal or pelvic pain

• Increased abdominal size or persistent abdominal bloating

• Needing to urinate often or urgently

• Feeling full after eating a small amount

Increased Risk factors: Age - most common in women aged over 50, but can also affect women of all ages. Genetics & Family History - women who have two or more relatives from the same side of her family affected by ovarian, or ovarian and breast cancer can increase the risk. Child-bearing history - women who have not had children, unable to have children, never used oral contraceptives or have had children over the age of 30. Endometriosis - women who have suffered from this condition Lifestyle - smoking, overweight or eating a high fat diet can increase the risk. Hormonal - including early puberty (menstruating before 12) or late menopause (onset after 50).

Treatment: Treatment of ovarian cancer usually involves a combination of surgery and chemotherapy. Less often, treatment may include radiotherapy. Treatment is best managed by a gynecological oncologist.

www.ovariancancer.net.au

Have a chat with your Doctor if you have any questions or

concerns. 2 Cou&s Street Boort

Ph: 5451 5220

Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Month: February

Pyramid Hill Bowling ClubPyramid Hill Bowling ClubPyramid Hill Bowling ClubPyramid Hill Bowling Club

Congratulations on making the Midweek Pennant Division 1

Grand Final

Go for it—you can do it Go Pyramid Hill

Jan Leed

Pyramid Hill

Prescription Depot &

Cohuna Amcal

Pharmacy Expert advice from our pharmacist any time.

5455 7016

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Pyramid Hill Store 2 Kelly St, Pyramid Hill

Phone: 5455 7322 Fax: 5455 7241

Great range of Groceries Fresh Fruit & Vegetables Deli Items Meat & Bread Bottle Shop Rural Supplies

Elgas Bottles - $110 delivered Everything you need! FREE Home Delivery

Telstra Phone Re-Charge

Citylink Passes

Fishing Licences

Elgas Agents

ATM

Trading Hours Mon—Fri - 8.30—5.30

Saturday 9 am-1.30 pm

Sunday 10 am-1.30 pm

Pyramid Bakery Café

Phone 5455 7035

to order

Mon—Fri 7am to 8.30pm Sat-Sun - 8 am—8.30pm

Cooking till 8 pm

Come try our winter menu

Fresh Salad Rolls/Wraps with home roasted Chicken and home cooked Silverside, also ham.

Caesar Wraps - hot or cold

Pizza - Thursday - Sunday from 5 pm

Pies - flavoured or plain

Sausage Rolls - - cheesy /plain Try our lovely Pasties

Hamburgers, Fish ‘n Chips, large selection cold drinks

Come in and sit down or

takeaway

Cappuccino, Latte or Flat White Coffee

Large range of cakes and slices

Pandasal fresh on

Saturdays & Homemade bread and rolls

Birthday Cakes, small

medium, large

Phone: 5455 7035

GDB ELECTRICAL PTY LTD (Glen Bartels) REC No 1811 ♦ General Electrical Work

♦ Supply & wiring of new Hot Water Units

♦ TV antenna installations

♦ Selling & Servicing DAVEY PUMPS with a large range of spare parts always in stock

Call Glen on 0427 557 342

Pyramid Hill

Butchery Phone: 5455 7115

Smallgoods Poultry Products Deli Goods

Cut up & pack private stock Range of fresh fruit and

vegetables.

This week’s specials:

Beef/Chicken Stir Fry—

$16.99 kg

Iceberg Lettuce—$2 each

Continental

Cucumbers—$1.25 each

Loddon Valley

Tennis Results - Round 15

Lake Meran 105 (4.5) def Mincha West 66 (0.5) Dingee 110 (4) def Yarrawalla 76 (1) Calivil 105 (4) def Raywood 85 (1) Sylvaterre 107 (4) def Bears Lagoon 84 (1)

Seniors Points %

Calivil North 55.5 240 Lake Meran 46.5 123 Yarrawalla 37.5 115 Dingee 34 106 Calivil 33 104 Mincha West 32 87 Sylvaterre 21.5 77 Raywood 20 75 Bears Lagoon 16 61

Junior Results Dingee forfeited to Yarrawalla Mincha West forfeited to Lake Meran Calivil & Raywood both forfeited Bears Lagoon forfeited to Sylvaterre

Juniors Points %

Lake Meran 44 168 Dingee 38 333 Calivil North 34 91 Yarrawalla 30 111 Sylvaterre 26 51 Mincha West 26 46 Bears Lagoon 16 0 Calivil 14 0 Raywood 8 50

Monday Night

Netball Players wanted to make up

teams for the next competition Play will start once there are

enough people.

Contact: Katrina—0438 894 437

Rowan Broad—0408 251 228 Casey Kent

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Tip Truck HireTip Truck HireTip Truck HireTip Truck Hire Soil, Gravel, Grain & Silage carted

Contact

Peter Reynolds

Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580Phone 03 5455 7580 Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386Mobile 0427 874 386

Ken Talbot

Cleaning Call Ken for all your

carpet and upholstery cleaning needs Free quotes!

Phone:

0437 479 738

Mick’s

Rural

Fencing

∗ Post & Rail

∗ Ca&le & Sheep Yards

∗ Colourbond

∗ All types of fencing

∗ Servicing all areas

Mick or Tracey

Phone: 0428 990 701

V/LINE FROM MELBOURNE Monday – Friday Train dep Melb 7.41am & 6.25 pm Departs Bendigo 9.56 am & 8.34 pm Arrives Pyramid 11.07 am & 9.45 pm

Tuesday and Thursday

(Need to book on Thursdays) Train dep Melb 1.20 pm Coach dep Bendigo 3.06 pm Arrive Pyramid 4.44 pm

Friday Only

Train dep Melb 7.02pm Bendigo 8.51 Coach departs Bendigo 9.05 pm Arrives Pyramid 10.20 pm

Saturday & Sunday only

Train dep Melb 8.00 am & 6.35 pm Arrives Bendigo 10.05am & 8.38pm Arrives Pyramid 11.16 am & 9.49 pm

TO MELBOURNE

Monday – Friday

Train dep Pyramid 8.10am & 2.06pm Arrives Bendigo 9.20 am & 3.16pm Arrives Melb 11.34 am & 5.25 pm

Tuesday and Thursday

Coach dep Pyramid 10.45 am Train dep Bendigo 12.05 pm Arrive Melbourne 2.23 pm

Friday only

Coach dep Pyramid 5.15 pm Arrives Bendigo 6.30 pm Train Arrives Melb 8.43 pm

Saturday only

Train dep Pyramid 8.03 am & 2.26pm Arrives Bendigo 9.16 am & 3.39 pm Arrives Melb 11.23 am & 5.44 pm

Sunday only Train dep Pyramid 8.03 am & 5.25pm Arrives Bendigo 9.16 am & 6.38 pm Arrives Melb 11.23 am & 8.44pm

KAZZ’S KAZZ’S KAZZ’S KAZZ’S HEELSHEELSHEELSHEELS

Pyramid HillPyramid HillPyramid HillPyramid Hill

Chemist Depot

Call in and check out

the styles and colours

At the Chemist Depot

kidsROCK

Tuesday, 27th February

Church of Christ Hall 3:30 to 5:00

Open for children 5 years old or Prep -Year 8 to enjoy

Games, Stories, Craft & Singing - $1

It would be great to see you

For more information Gwen Searle 5410 7474

Morning Melodies

We are on the road again! Our first show is on Wednesday, 7th March—”Cilla Black Story” and on Tuesday, 27th March “The Pirates of Penzance”,

Please let me know ASAP if you are interested in these shows

Thank you June Ballis - 5455 7078

For Sale Pea Straw

(this season’s)

Great for garden mulch and chook sheds

$5 per bale

Phone: 0429 447 339

Seniors News

Card players—no luck at Cohuna, Trevor won lucky door, Ivor lucky card.

No cards in Pyramid. Seniors enjoyed a nice lunch on Friday 9th, then 8 stayed and six played Card Bingo. Best—Bruce with 4, everyone had at least

one win. Ray Leed won lucky door prize.

Next lunch on Friday 9th March—names to be on list at rooms.

Ian McArthur has not been well, but is much improved now.

Hope all keep cool and well.

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Building

Contractor

Home Renovations

Vinyl Siding

Concrete Works

Laurie Smith Mobile:

0427 844 064 BPB-DB-L1458

Boort Dental

Clinic

For all your family dental needs

Private and Concession

Card Holder appointments Available

Phone: 5451 5230

Pyramid Newsagency/ Post

Office Monday – Friday

6.00 am – 5.00pm Saturday

8.00 am – 12 noon Sunday - Newsagency

8 am—11 am Post Office Closed

Friendly serviceFriendly serviceFriendly serviceFriendly service Great range of cards Great range of cards Great range of cards Great range of cards

and stationeryand stationeryand stationeryand stationery Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets Book V/Line Tickets and much moreand much moreand much moreand much more

Phone: 5455 7036

Bettina’s Hair Beauty &

Body Therapy

For all the latest style in For all the latest style in For all the latest style in For all the latest style in

colours, perms and setscolours, perms and setscolours, perms and setscolours, perms and sets

Body waxing &Body waxing &Body waxing &Body waxing &

body spray tanningbody spray tanningbody spray tanningbody spray tanning

Vibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun TreatmentsVibrosaun Treatments

Sheer relaxationSheer relaxationSheer relaxationSheer relaxation

Skin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toningSkin & muscle toning

Natural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wrapsNatural Sea body wraps

for detoxing for detoxing for detoxing for detoxing

& skin balance& skin balance& skin balance& skin balance

5455 7174 For A New You!

Quinlans Water Deliveries

Small or Large Load Will deliver anywhere

for

Domes8c, Stock,

Swimming Pools etc. 7 DAYS A WEEK.

John & Julie Quinlan

Phone 03 5456 7408

Mobile - 0428 567 408

Concrete & Quarry

Products

Phone: 5455 7304

S0licitor Pyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & DistrictPyramid Hill & District

By AppointmentBy AppointmentBy AppointmentBy Appointment Mobile Consultations at Home/Farm/Business/Workplace

Mark Ryan Legal GP

Phone/Fax: 5483 7425 0429 580 035

Email: legalgp@bigpond.com Web: www.legalgp.com.au

OBLIGATION FREE

Initial phone consultation/advice

You are invited to the

40th Anniversary of the Pyramid Hill 40th Anniversary of the Pyramid Hill 40th Anniversary of the Pyramid Hill 40th Anniversary of the Pyramid Hill Annual ReunionAnnual ReunionAnnual ReunionAnnual Reunion

Incorporating the districts of Calivil, Dingee, Min-cha, Mitiamo, Mologa, Prairie and Yarrawalla

Sunday, 4th March, 2018Sunday, 4th March, 2018Sunday, 4th March, 2018Sunday, 4th March, 2018 10 am10 am10 am10 am————4 pm4 pm4 pm4 pm

McKinnon Pavilion, Bendigo ShowgroundsMcKinnon Pavilion, Bendigo ShowgroundsMcKinnon Pavilion, Bendigo ShowgroundsMcKinnon Pavilion, Bendigo Showgrounds

$5 Registration fee to cover costs

Sausage Sizzle, chairs, tea and coffee, fans and toi-lets—all at the venue. BYO other food, drinks and

any memorabilia and photos to share.

The Pyramid Hill Historical Society will attend with publications available to purchase.

If you wish to make a weekend of it, join some of the locals who start the night before at the National Hotel in High Street—6.30 pm for casual catch-up.

For further information, contact Glenda Morrison—0427 301 464

PYRAMID HILL CERT [Community Emergency Response Team]

Invites you to a Recruitment & Training Information Evening

Monday, 19th March @ 7.30pm

CERT Hall [next to swimming pool] *Q & A session regarding Recruitment and Training

as an Ambulance Victoria First Responder *Ambulance Victoria Representatives from Loddon

Mallee Region * Pyramid Hill CERT members

Ambulance Victoria and Pyramid Hill CERT are offering the opportunity for individuals to apply for

Volunteer positions as a First Responder. * Pyramid Hill CERT is a Volunteer group

responding to Ambulance Triple Zero Emergencies within Pyramid Hill and designated boundaries of surrounding communities, delivering Emergency First Aid and assisting Ambulance Paramedics. Pyramid Hill CERT is an Incorporated Group of Ambulance Victoria and operates within Ambulance

Victoria Clinical Practice Guidelines and Business Rules.

Become a volunteer—be part of it *All Welcome*All Welcome*All Welcome*All Welcome*

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Reid Plumbing

RT40 Ditchwitch Trencher

latest technology in

trenching,

fast, efficient, reliable

with compe$$ve prices

Office - 5456 2574

24 hour service

Contact:

Paul Reid

Presbyterian Tyndale Church, Victoria Street

All Services 2.30 pm

Contact Mr Ern Miller Phone 5455 7362

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Church of Christ Kelly Street

11 am Worship Service

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Pyramid Hill

Uniting Church Tyndale Church, Victoria Street

Worship Services at 9 am

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Catholic Services Victoria Street

St Patrick's Pyramid Hill

Saturday 6.30 pm

(Exposition and confession 6 pm)

Church Services

Farrar’s

Garage

Elgas G Mechanical Repairs

Servicing Spare Parts VACC Senior Mechanic Gladfield Rd,

Pyramid Hill

B.H. 5455 7057

A.H 5455 7278

All Trades

Home

Maintenance

For DeckingFor DeckingFor DeckingFor Decking Wall & Floor Tiling, Wall & Floor Tiling, Wall & Floor Tiling, Wall & Floor Tiling, Fences, Sheds & all Fences, Sheds & all Fences, Sheds & all Fences, Sheds & all

House RepairsHouse RepairsHouse RepairsHouse Repairs

Rob Alexander

0428 366 235

Pyramid Hill

Recycle Centre & Tip

Opening Hours

Sunday - 8 - 12 noon

Tuesday - 1 - 5 pm

World Day of PrayerWorld Day of PrayerWorld Day of PrayerWorld Day of Prayer Friday, 2nd March

Since 1887, on or near the first Friday in March every year, millions of Christians have gathered world-wide to pray for the issues of family violence, child abuse, human trafficking and other forms of injustice. In 2018, that prayerful support will be directed at the 540,000 inhabitants of the Republic of Suriname, on the north-eastern coast of South America. Despite a history steeped in slavery and political coups, this tiny nation has achieved remarkable progress since its independence in 1975. Suriname enjoys multi-ethnicity and biodiversity, freedom of religion, free primary and secondary education and free medical care for children and seniors. But behind closed doors, family violence, abuse and neglect are ongoing issues. Children are particularly vulnerable, many growing up in orphanages or one-parent families. While education is free, there is no compulsory school attendance. Child labour in the form of street selling is common, but of far more serious concern is the fact that many children are labouring in the gold mines of Suriname.

The people of Suriname are reaching

out for our prayerful support. Surely we can spare a short time thinking of others in that small

country.

10.30 am is the time set aside on Friday, 2nd March and hosted this

year by the Anglican Church.

You don’t have to be a church-goer to support this world-wide cause.

Please drop in

Joyce Young, Co-ordinator

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church

Sunday February17th

9.00am Join with UCA at Tyndale Church

Sunday February 25th

10.30am Parish Service at St. Thomas’ church — Followed by AGM

*** Bring & Share Lunch

Further enquiries please phone

Minister: Rev’d Pam Lawry Ph: 0428 368 338

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Bowls News Oh, it’s all happening! It’s just not all happening the way we had hoped and dreamed. Mid-Week Pennant We knew that the finals series would be different to the usual run of the mill seasonal play, but we didn’t compre-hend just how different. On Wednesday last week Division 1 Mid-week players fronted up to Kerang in the second semi-final which was played at Barham Services. We were expecting a tough match but it turned out to be more of a challenge than we anticipated. The greens were changing pace as the temperature changed going from slick to quite slick. The bowls were running in and out of the shadows thrown by the tall surrounding trees. The humidity was steadily climbing and the nerves were a little strained – all factors that were constant for both teams. The major difference was that our opponents had had previous finals experience and they adapted to the conditions and the situation much quicker than we did. To put it bluntly, they out played us. When the heat rule was evoked with the temperatures topping 38° we were down on our knees - but not out. Twenty-one shots in arrears was looking pretty dire and we couldn’t seem to break the pattern of play. The call to resume play the following day did us no great favours as we forced into a situation whereby two players (Nola & Graham) were unable to play due to previously arranged appointments. Consequently replacement players (Jean & Lorraine F.) were called into action. They both played their roles superbly. After the completion of the last16 ends of play the 21 shot deficit had been reduced to just 9. Oh, but for a few more ends!! We may have been able to reel them in! Marg, Jean, Ian & Tony kept their opponents scoreless apart fro a desperate single shot on the last end. They went from 12-18 down to 18-19 down which was a wonderful turn around. Glenys, Kate, Jeanette and Bill pulled themselves up from the depths to finish 11 short – 24-35. They had started to redeem themselves the previous day after getting off to a very disastrous start (and we will not dare mention the 8 given on the very second end). They played a much steadier game and will no doubt put this one behind them and fare much better next time round. Marie S., Marie N., Brian and Lorraine F began the second session with the scores all tied up 19-19 after 19 ends of play.

They improved their game to increase their score to gain a three shot win 25-22. The overall tally left us 67-76 on the wrong side of the ledger. Hopefully, this hit-out will give as a better feel for finals play and we will come out better equipped to take on Cohuna Golf next week at Cohuna. Heads up folk, a Premiership is still quite do-able. We are hoping for a very happy Valentine’s Day. A very big thank you to those who came along to offer support. Your attend-ance was much appreciated (even if we did try to ignore you and focus on our game). Great joy and jubilation! Division 1 Midweek Pennant narrowly defeated Cohuna Golf by just 3 shots in a history making moment. Grand-final here we come!! Match to be played at Cohuna Golf against Kerang next Wednesday. 9.00 am start - Go Hill! Saturday Pennant With eight of our regular players missing in action it once again became a challenge for the Selectors to choose teams. However depleted as we were for numbers both Divisions equipped themselves very well against some top opponents. Division 1 were pitted against the top of the ladder team, Kerang and really challenged them for the win. Marie S., Ray, Kate (sub) & Bill went very close to defeating the rink Skippered by Ritchie Murray (22-24). Lionel, Kate, Jean & Lorraine were going even-stevens at 18 all after 22 ends but didn’t manage to score on the last three ends and finished18-17 down. Beau, Glenys, Nola & Graham found the going too tough and were beaten comprehensively 12- 32. On the whole, Kerang were too strong but the two rinks led by Lionel and Marie S., really gave them something to think about. Division 3 also contested strongly. With the full quota of three subs and still a player short they can be mightily proud of their efforts. Robyn (Skip), Rhonda (sub), Tony & George won 27-24. Allan F. (Skip), Wayne, Kath (sub), & Beth won 27-19 and earned themselves the Incentive Award. Lorraine, Marg (sub) & Rose had to play a member short and in doing so had 50 fewer bowls in play than their opponents. They lost 10 -37 but it was a mammoth ask and they were not disgraced. This week sees Division 1 host Barham Services who are still vying for a place in the final four, and Division 3 will take on Wakool. Both teams play at home. Duty Rink honours have been given to Division 1 – all players are asked to help out with the jobs to be done.

60 & Over The sizzling heat gave the chooks another chance to escape death row. The sixty and over guys could enjoyed the comfort of their own homes instead of battling it out in the heat.

Barefoot Bowls What a difference a week makes! One week it is so it’s enough to make your camp fire freeze; the next week it’s so hot the birds had to use pot holders to pull the worms out of the ground. Once again, the night got off to a prompt start with all bowlers doing a roll to get closest to the ditch. Perhaps the instructions should have included “without going into the ditch” as quite a few bowls were well over-paced. Georgie, however, was very clever and won the prize for getting nearest. Despite the heat the bbq cooked up by Allan and Robyn, along with the Kim’s was still a hot favourite. Second round winners were Donnie Stewart, Kelvin Matthews & Teagan Stewart (The Legendary Team) with Runners-Up Max Farrar, Joe Cauchi & Paul Walters. Elders Pairs Tournament: This Sunday 18th Feb is the day we hold our Any Combination Three Bowl Pairs Tournament. It is a 1:00pm start. All entries welcomed. Names should be placed on the board or given to Lionel. .

Social NightSocial NightSocial NightSocial Night

Here’s a date to put in bold print on your calendar:

March 24th. This is the night when the singing duo “Justuss” will be

entertaining with some wonderful vocals. It will be a

night to enjoy a delicious supper, sit and chat, sip a few drinks and engage in some fun. Theme: Rock & Roll Fifties. Venue: the Bowling Club.

Time: 7:00pm Date: 24th March.

Cost $20 pp. Tickets on sale now.

Tables of 8 preferred. All tickets must be pre-paid.

Contacts: Marie Noelker, Lionel Mann or Marie Scott to secure

your reservation.

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36 Kelly Street, Pyramid Hill

Monday - Friday

6.30 am – 4.30 pm

Local Produce & Hampers Range of Inspirational Wall Hangings Gift ideas or “spoil yourself”!! Come in and have a browse

Phone: 5455 7006

Homemade:Homemade:Homemade:Homemade:

Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Cakes & Slices, Lasagne, FrittataCakes & Slices, Lasagne, FrittataCakes & Slices, Lasagne, FrittataCakes & Slices, Lasagne, Frittata

All Day Breakfast MenuAll Day Breakfast MenuAll Day Breakfast MenuAll Day Breakfast Menu

Hamburgers, Steak Sandwiches, Hamburgers, Steak Sandwiches, Hamburgers, Steak Sandwiches, Hamburgers, Steak Sandwiches,

Souvlaki, Burrito, Paninis, Focaccias, Souvlaki, Burrito, Paninis, Focaccias, Souvlaki, Burrito, Paninis, Focaccias, Souvlaki, Burrito, Paninis, Focaccias, Sweet Chilli, BBQ or Salt & Vinegar Sweet Chilli, BBQ or Salt & Vinegar Sweet Chilli, BBQ or Salt & Vinegar Sweet Chilli, BBQ or Salt & Vinegar

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496 High Street, ECHUCA 3564

Phone 5482 2039 Email: peter.walsh@parliament.vic.gov.au

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Log Book servicing to major repairs and full engine rebuilds.

All mechanical repairs, no job too big or too small, from cars to caravans, mowers, trailers, boats and more. All 4x4 Accessories, bullbars, snorkels, lift kits, dual battery systems and diesel performance

chips. Full exhaust systems

12v wiring and fault finding Bond battery agent - Free testing & free installation in Pyramid Hill Windscreens & spare parts

Tyres—fitted and balanced—all brands and all sizes also puncture

repairs Service you can count on—

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Call Mick King on

0407 760 763

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Northern District

Community Health

Service 12 Victoria Street

Pyramid Hill

9.00 am—4.00 pm Monday—Friday

Nurse available

between 9—10 am Phone: 5455 7065 Enquiries to 5451 0200

Pyramid Tyre & Auto Service

42 Victoria Street Pyramid Hill

Call and see Paul

Phone:

5455 7214

*Full range of Tyres: Tractor, Truck, 4x4,

Car & ATV

* All Truck Repairs * Log Book Services

* Bond & Delkor Batteries * Fuchs & Tri-Tech Oils

* 24 Hour Fuel: All credit cards & Star Card

* Landmark Merchandise Depot

* FREE Unwanted car Removal - Cash paid

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Neighbourhood

House 5455 7129

LIBRARY UPDATE: Date a Book: Last week the library hand-selected and wrapped some Valentine’s Day inspired books as a lucky dip for borrowers. Within 24 hours all the books were borrowed. This week we have all new mystery & crime books as well as new audio books. Any fiction books that haven’t been borrowed in the past 12 months have been returned to Bendigo and we expect three crates of new titles to be brought up here next week to replenish the shelves. I have requested a selection of Filipino books for both youth and adults to be stocked BE CONNECTED is a digital literacy programme designed to assist older Australians (over 50) to become comfortable using computers, smart phones and tablets to connect to family, community and the digital world. For some, it can be very overwhelming to begin the digital journey. Be Connected aims to reduce the anxiety and fear associated with learning basic computer skills and has a very clear and no-nonsense approach that removes the technical jargon and complexity that can be a block for people. Joan Harley is currently taking part in the programme: Q. What is your first impression? A. Excellent, very well written and easy to follow. Q What do you think people should know? A. Just come in and give it a go! Q. What surprised you about the programme? A. The thoroughness of the content. Q. Is it for complete beginners? A. Absolutely! Come in even if you don’t have a smart phone, tablet or computer. Q. As an older Australian, why would you want to Be Connected? A. It’s very handy. If you are with somebody in an emergency, such as an accident on the farm, you are able to use their smart phone to call an Ambulance or somebody else to get help. Also, it’s fun to do in secret and then surprise your grand-children by emailing them or posting on their Facebook timeline! If you, or somebody you know could benefit from the Be Connected programme, call or drop into the house and we can chat about how it could make a positive difference.

VOLUNTEER UPDATE: Please join me in welcoming our very first junior volunteer (and comedian), Andrew Knight, to the house. It’s only been a week, and he’s fitting in tremendously while generously giving one hour, 3 days a week to assist us. Please come in and welcome our new and valued team member. Q. Who are you? A. Andrew, I’m 16 and in year 10. Q. Your hobbies? A. No hobbies, but like gaming I guess Q. Favourite book/movie? A. Ghostbusters Q. Your strengths? A. Flexible (literally). Also, I can be awesome! Q. What are you most proud of? A. I can dislocate my shoulder. Q. Who inspires you? A. My valentine (no, Kylie. I wont tell you who it is) Q. What does the house offer for younger people? A. We are still thinking of ideas. Anyone can visit the house. I’ve heard that we may start a gaming group here Q. What skills have you learnt so far? A. To never mess with the children’s book section. It’s never in alphabetical order and hurts the brain. But that aside, the house just relaxes me for a while. Q. If you could make a difference to the world, what would it be? A. Every day to be made Taco Tuesday (where you wear a sombrero and just dance however you want) Q. What’s the one thing I would like people to know about you? A. I’m Andrew and welcome to the neighbourhood house!

Hours: Monday, Wednesday,

Thursday, Friday 10 am—12 1 pm—4 pm

Closed Tuesdays

Large range of Filipino groceries over 350 different items.

LBC Boxes

- 45 kg household gas bottles - Assorted Led Lightbars for cars, trucks, tractors, camping & trailer lights

5455 7305

Fax: 5455 7276 Mobile: 0428 890 188

Mark.Lacey@bendigoadelaide.com.au

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Pyramid Football/Netball

Catering Committee

Annual General Meeting

Tuesday 6th March

At the Football Sheds at 7.30 pm

All welcome—new members needed Further information contact Lorraine Dingwall 0429 182 865

FREE Waste Disposal

at Pyramid Hill Tip Sunday, 18th February

8—12 Take advantage and get rid of some of your junk