THE Alexandra Lions Club is teetering on the brink. They are in desperate need of new members, and if they are not found then the club is likely to close within weeks or merge with the Eildon club, which is also in need of new members. The vote to dissolve the club has been conducted, […]
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Open day to celebrate new Merton Skate Park
THE Merton Skate Park was officially opened last Sunday with an open day for skaters to celebrate and demonstrate their skills. After lots of hard work to bring the project to fruition from various parties and the community, the day provided an opportunity to celebrate the achievement. Officials in attendance included Member for Eildon Cindy […]
A day to remember a great lady
LAST Saturday was special day on the Redbacks calendar with it being the third Kellie Snyman Ladies’ day. As well as having a couple of games of cricket, the day is about acknowledging the contribution of the women of the club. It is named in honour of Kellie Snyman who was the mother of current […]
Celebrating 113 years of combined service at Alexandra District Health
ON Tuesday, February 11 Alexandra District Health (ADH) hosted a high tea to celebrate 113 years of combined services of staff members Dianne Goschnick, Dee Murphy, and Nola Evans. The presentations included a speech from ADH’S Chief Executive Officer Jane Poxon, and hampers given to Dianne, Dee, and Nola. Dianne read some poetry about her […]
Ian Hewitt and Peter Weeks awarded UGFM life memberships
TWO deserving recipients have been awarded life memberships at UGFM Inc, Ian Hewitt and Peter Weeks OAM. Peter Rice ASFM said in his speech to congratulate Ian during the presentation that “In the late 1990’s UGFM Committee of Management became aware that Ian Hewitt was interested in becoming a presenter at the station. “Being heavily […]
Denis Smith and the Yea Racing Club
DENIS Smith, recent former president of the Yea Race Club, spoke about his time with the club and his plans for the future, as well as his history in Yea. Denis originally left Yea in 1955. He was the oldest in his family. His father, Arthur Harris (Mick) Smith. Mick, with his brother Mahon, had […]
Murrindindi Little Athletes shine at regional championships
MURRINDINDI’S young athletes did their community proud over the weekend, putting in a stellar performance at the Regional Track and Field Championships in Albury. Despite cool and windy conditions, they warmed up quickly, both literally and figuratively, to bring home an impressive nine medals from the event. Competing against top athletes from the Northern Country […]
Yea Bowls Club into the Finals
GOING into the last round of the season, Yea held fourth place on the ladder but needed to win to guarantee a spot in the finals. Not only did they win but they catapulted into second place to gain a double chance with a 23 shot win over Tatura Hilltop. The rink with Justin Branch […]
Just a Farmer screens in Yea
SARAH Austin is the mental health nurse and community health manager at the Yea and District Memorial Hospital. She explained that in conjunction with Murrindindi Shire Council and Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority, they decided to bring the Just a Farmer movie to Yea. It was screened on Thursday, February 6, to a large audience. […]
Lake Mountain tender process closes
THE tender process for the 99 year lease on operating Lake Mountain and/or Lake Baw Baw closed on Friday, February 7. Alpine Resorts Victoria (ARV) was asked how many tenders were received, and how the community will be consulted over the tenders. They were also asked what will happen to the mountain if no suitable […]
