THE Alexandra Library is a well-loved institution in the town. It incorporates a historical building with a newer one, providing a range of interior spaces and services. The story of how the newer building came into existence is an interesting one. John Sharwood, one of the instigators of council purchasing the land for the new […]
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Community Accessibility seeking volunteer drivers
VOLUNTEER drivers play a vital role in assisting the community’s vulnerable people with their transport needs. Community Accessibility is seeking volunteer drivers in the Yea and surrounds who are willing to get involved to help support the evolving transport needs of the community. Community Accessibility’s transport service is a volunteer-supported community service. They are committed […]
Remarkable story behind the newer section of the Alexandra Library
THE Alexandra Library is a well-loved institution in the town. It incorporates a historical building with a newer one, providing a range of interior spaces and services. The story of how the newer building came into existence is an interesting one. John Sharwood, one of the instigators of council purchasing the land for the new […]
Alexandra Squash Club round two results
Thursday, February 15 competition Cheesecake v Lamington ELI v Sam: Coming out strong, Sam took the first game with a good lead. Eli turned the tide to take the second game before Sam put his foot down to take the last two games and the victory 86 to 53. Kristelle v Lucas: A tight match. […]
Around the ground cricket wraps
A grade Pyalong 8/187 defeated Alexandra 10/105 SATURDAY, February 17 saw Alexandra A grade cricketers take the long drive to Pyalong for round 14. Pyalong won the toss and electing to bat. N Hendricks and W Ellis took the new ball for Alexandra, which saw W Ellis take first blood in the second over, with […]
Joan Coles: a full life
JOAN May Coles was an amazing woman, larger than life, zany, colourful, kind, generous, intelligent, artistic, she had a wicked sense of humour and was a real dag who brightened everyone’s life with her laughter and exploits. This is to honour this wonderful woman with laughter, joy and great memories. Joan was born on October […]
Storms: Yea CFA report
EMERY McCarthy from the Yea Fire Brigade provided an update on their activities during the challenging weather on Tuesday, February 13, and the aftermath. Tuesday was a total fire ban day, so the station was staffed with firefighters from about 7am, throughout the day. Fortunately, there were no fires during the day, however at 4.50pm, […]
Storms cause havoc across shire
PETER Weeks, Alexandra SES Controller, was asked how busy the SES had been during last week and he responded with a laugh, “Very.” Two storm fronts came through on Tuesday afternoon. The first built up very quickly, across about an hour, so there was little warning. A lot of lightning was associated with the front, […]
Chest Pain at home? What to do if it happens to you
THE staff at Yea and District Memorial Hospital (YDMH) want people to know that their health and safety is of YDMH’s utmost concern. It is for this reason that if you are to call with the complaint of chest pain, we will always advise that you hang up and ring 000. Immediate help is your […]
Is blue dye the best solution for blue green algae?
IN recent years, Lake Eildon has been impacted by blue green algae during the summer months, impacting activities conducted by both tourists and locals. The ABC has recently reported on Lake Nhill, where blue dye has been added to reduce blue green algae blooms. Lake Nhill has been closed many times in the past due […]
