The Bass Valley News

* glass replacements * shower screen * splashbacks * glass balconies * mirrors

* heater glass * wardrobe doors * security doors and flyscreens

5678 0642 or 0407 553 084 All Areas bassglass.com.au

Volume 16 Edition 8 SEPTEMBER 2013

Edition

Live Jazz, Melbourne Cup Day, BassLive Jazz, Melbourne Cup Day, BassLive Jazz, Melbourne Cup Day, BassLive Jazz, Melbourne Cup Day, Bass The Bass Valley Community Group is pleased to announce that a live jazz band performance will be held at the Bass Hall, Bass School Road, Bass on Tuesday, 5 November commencing at 2pm. We have been fortunate to secure the services of one of Melbourne’s most promising and unusual multi instrumentalist jazz bands “Sweet Ade” led by the very talented multi recorder player Marion Lustig. The other players in the band (L-R) are Chris Farley, Richard Opat, Janet Arndt, Joe Kenyon, Lisette Payet and Peter Mason. Between them, they play recorders, piano, banjo, ukeleles, reeds, washboard, piano accordeon and sousaphone, as well as vocals. Sweet Ade is a recorder led jazz and ragtime band, “trad” but not traditional, inspired by the recorder playing of the late, great Australian multi instrumentalist Ade Monsborough who is considered by many to be the Father of Australian Jazz. Sweet Ade have delighted audiences wherever they have played since their first performance as a group in February 2012.

See Page 2 for full concert and booking details.

Roger ClarkRoger ClarkRoger ClarkRoger Clark

FOX SPORTS.

LIVE SPORTS ALL DAY LONG Footy, Cricket, Soccer, Rugby, plus loads of international sports.

See it in a great pub atmosphere

5 Hade Avenue, Bass georgebasshotel.com.au5 Hade Avenue, Bass georgebasshotel.com.au5 Hade Avenue, Bass georgebasshotel.com.au5 Hade Avenue, Bass georgebasshotel.com.au

5678 2206

You can download the Bass Valley News online from www.bvcg.org.au/bass-valley-news

PAGE 2 SEPTEMBER

Live Jazz On Cup Day, the Bass Hall Live Jazz On Cup Day, the Bass Hall Live Jazz On Cup Day, the Bass Hall Live Jazz On Cup Day, the Bass Hall

Something fun on Melbourne Cup Day this year will be the Jazz Day in the Bass Hall for the non-racing diehards looking for a special day out. Sweet Ade’s jazz band performance will commence at 2pm. They are one of the most exciting jazz bands on the Victorian jazz scene at the moment and they have already delighted many local jazz fans who saw them play at the Phillip Island Jazz Club in May. The day will get underway with a BYO BBQ / Picnic in the George Bass Park, commencing at 11:30am. This will be a great family day out and children are welcome. Kids are encouraged to bring along their teddy bears for a “Teddy Bear’s Picnic” in the park and a prize will be awarded for the best dressed teddy. Actually, one of Sweet Ade’s most outstanding performances is their version of the Ade Monsborough recorder classic ‘The Teddy Bear’s Picnic’ which they will play for us. The Bass Op Shop will be open on Cup Day especially for the occasion too. Perhaps the kids can buy a teddy bear from the Op Shop for the picnic. During the jazz performance afternoon tea, coffee and cake will be available to purchase at intervals. The Melbourne Cup will be broadcasted. For the picnic there will be sausages, hamburgers and soft drinks available to purchase for those not wishing to bring their own. There will also be a raffle and a lucky door prize to be won during the day. Tickets are on sale now. Cost: $12.50 per person. Strictly limited seats. Only 100 tickets available. Don’t miss out - book now. Call Roger Clark 0403 025 429 (credit card payment accepted over the phone) or email clarkrg@primusonline.com.au with details to reserve your tickets.

A Grantville Mural A Grantville Mural A Grantville Mural A Grantville Mural By Tim Ealey There is a small group of painters in the U3A Landscape and Bush Painting Group who meet with Tim Ealey every Tuesday at 2pm at the Grantville Transaction Centre. They have not, so far, ventured into the bush. This is maybe because it is too hot in summer, rains in winter and there are no tea making facilities among the trees. Also, some of us are a bit creaky. Amazingly some very fine works have been produced. This, probably, was why Marie, an occasional visitor to the group, asked about repairing a faded painting of a huge Gumtree on her garage wall. The group had a look at the problem and decided to do over the whole of the garage wall. Lee was asked to fix the tree as she is, by far, a consummate painter of trees. Tim was forced to take up a brush although he has avoided painting for 15 years (thus dispelling the myth that maybe he could not paint). Carol covered some big spaces and went wild with flowers. Marie got out of hand with some clouds which she later painted over. Wild ideas concerning lily ponds and more trees were abandoned. Lee cleverly popped some far distant trees in the background and gave the thing perspective and that was it, everyone probably learned a lot and certainly enjoyed Marie’s tea and buns. Anyone interested in a couple of hours of relaxed daubing and chatting, or who would like me to teach them the tricks I learned about painting landscapes in another life should come along. All enquiries about joining this group, please call Sheila Moore, from the U3A on 5678 8570.

Painters Marie, Carol, Tim Ealey and Lee in front of the finished mural

Self Sufficiency Self Sufficiency Self Sufficiency Self Sufficiency It’s not often we would say Happy Birthday to a magazine but this month is a special occasion, with one of Australia’s great self sufficiency magazines, Grass Roots, celebrating its 40th birthday, which is an outstanding achievement for any publication. The 40th Anniversary Edition is on sale now at newsagents and has all the usual features plus many reflections of its past 40 years of publication. One thing I noticed on page 79 was that during a recent clean-up they found several boxes of an iconic manual for GR living on the cheap, Live Better for Less, first published in 1991, which are now available at $7 posted. To get your copy email grp@eck.net.au or call 03 5792 4000. As part of a planned launch next month of a new segment Self Sufficiency we have two copies of this to give away to the first two readers who send us their favourite self sufficiency ideas, maybe even a photo of your backyard vegetable garden, just email bvn@bvcg.org.au

Happy Birthday Grass Roots. For those of you who haven’t seen a copy, get one now, you’ll love it.

Bass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community Centre Bass School Road. Bass. Vic. 3991Bass School Road. Bass. Vic. 3991Bass School Road. Bass. Vic. 3991Bass School Road. Bass. Vic. 3991

Call us on: 5678 22775678 22775678 22775678 2277

Visit our website: bvcg.org.au

Main Office hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 3:30pm

Fridays 9am - 3pm

Op Shop hours: Monday to Saturday 9am - 2pm

Email: admin@bvcg.org.au (BVCG Inc. services & general enquiries)

Email: bvn@bvcg.org.au (Bass Valley News team, ads & enquiries)

Want to advertise in the Bass Valley News?

Email us at: bvn@bvcg.org.au or call 5678 2277

Advertising Costs in B&W (GST inclusive): Small (typical) = $ 17.50 Double small = $ 35.00 Quarter page = $ 60.00 Half page = $100.00 Full page = $180.00 Double page = $320.00

The deadline for inclusions is the 20th of each month. (Colour is an additional 100% on top of the b&w adverts). Other ads are negotiable. Long term ads are welcome. Community and non-profit ads are free of charge. Past editions are available online. BVCG’s Committee of Management thank all the advertisers for their continued support.

The Bass Valley News is a free community newsletter. 1750 copies are distributed monthly across the Bass Coast Shire, including Phillip Island and parts of South Gippsland.

PAGE 3 SEPTEMBER 2013

- MONDAY -

Message from the Editor… Message from the Editor… Message from the Editor… Message from the Editor… September already and as you read this

there is less than four months of the year remaining. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the regular readers who have taken the time to comment on the Bass Valley News. Having been an informative journalist for more than 40 years it is giving me a great deal of pleasure to be able to do some creative writing, and in doing so, contribute something to this wonderful community we live in through this magazine. The most important thing for the Bass Valley News, from my point of view, is reader participation, your stories, etc. So why not write in and tell us Why I Live Where I Live, send in a poem you have written or an old photo. Tell us about a volunteer we should feature, or send us your favourite recipe - with spring on the way and the BBQ season coming - or simply let us know what you

want to see in your Bass Valley News. Roger Clark Roger Clark Roger Clark Roger Clark

BECOME A BVCG INC. COMMITTEE MEMBER!?? Do you have governance, leadership or management experience? Retired now? With some skills you could share? Our Committee seeks you! We welcome new members. Nominations needed by 11/9. Call 5678 2277.

NOTICE OF BVCG’S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

TUESDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER at 7pmTUESDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER at 7pmTUESDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER at 7pmTUESDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER at 7pm at the Bass Valley

Community Centre, Bass School Road, Bass. After the

business formalities, light refreshments will be served.

Membership subscriptions will be available at the

meeting. Prior nominations due by 11/9. RSVP 5678 2277.

BASS VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE The Bass Valley News

What’s On What’s On What’s On What’s On at the Bass Valley Community Centre MONDAYSMONDAYSMONDAYSMONDAYS BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP (Home & Community Care) 10am - 2pm. Door-to-door pick up and drop off transport service provided as well as morning tea, lunch, refreshments and a range of fun activities. Wheelchair access available. Cost $12.

LEAD LIGHTINGLEAD LIGHTINGLEAD LIGHTINGLEAD LIGHTING 7pm - 9pm. Cost $5.

TUESDAYSTUESDAYSTUESDAYSTUESDAYS BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE (Occasional Care Program) Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. 9:30am - 2:30pm. Active Early Childhood Development Program. Qualified Staff. Bookings essential. Cost $30.

SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. A door-to-door pick up and drop off service for community members needing transport to the supermarket, to go grocery shopping or to attend a medical appointment in Wonthaggi. The bus will pick you up from your home and you’ll arrive in Wonthaggi at 10:30am and leave at 1:30pm. Available mainly for Corinella, Coronet Bay, Grantville, Pioneer Bay, The Gurdies, Tenby Point and Bass residents, and some other nearby towns. All enquiries welcome. Bookings essential. Cost $12.

DROP IN DAYDROP IN DAYDROP IN DAYDROP IN DAY 10am - 2:30pm. Pool, cards, darts, scrabble or just a friendly chat.

WEDNESDAYSWEDNESDAYSWEDNESDAYSWEDNESDAYS BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP BASS VALLEY FRIENDSHIP GROUP (Home & Community Care) 10am - 2pm. Door-to-door pick up and drop off transport service provided as well as morning tea, lunch, refreshments and a range of fun activities. Wheelchair access available. Cost $12.

THURSDAYSTHURSDAYSTHURSDAYSTHURSDAYS BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE (Occasional Care Program) Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. 9:30am - 2:30pm. Active Early Childhood Development Program. Qualified Staff. Bookings essential. Cost $30.

DROP IN DAYDROP IN DAYDROP IN DAYDROP IN DAY 10am - 2:30pm. Pool, cards, darts, scrabble or just a friendly chat.

FRIDAYSFRIDAYSFRIDAYSFRIDAYS BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE BASS VALLEY CHILD CARE (Occasional Care Program) Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. 9:30am - 2:30pm. Active Early Childhood Development Program. Qualified Staff. Bookings essential. Cost $30.

SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. SHOPPING BUS TO WONTHAGGI. A door-to-door pick up and drop off service for community members needing transport to the supermarket, to go grocery shopping or to attend a medical appointment in Wonthaggi. The bus will pick you up from your home and you’ll arrive in Wonthaggi at 10:30am and leave at 1:30pm. Available mainly for Corinella, Coronet Bay, Grantville, Pioneer Bay, The Gurdies, Tenby Point and Bass residents, and some other nearby towns. All enquiries welcome. Bookings essential. Cost $12.

REIKIREIKIREIKIREIKI 10am on Fridays. Visitors welcome anytime. Call to enquire. Reiki is a natural healing method.

‘Working

with the

Community’

Available to assist with your concerns in relation to Federal Government matters

Greg Hunt MP Federal Member for Flinders

COMMUNITY

PAGE 4

The Bass Valley News

St Paul’s Anglican Church

Parish of Bass and Phillip Island 6 Hade Ave Bass

Rector Rev. Greg Magee

5952 2608

~ Service ~ Holy Communion

12:30pm every Sunday

Bring and share lunch following the service.

Newcomers most welcome.

Specialising in individual needs, clubs & businesses Gordon Chase - Chase Computers

for local, friendly advice

5678 7097 or 0430 168 345

email: gordon@esahc.com

esahc.com

Advice Repair Rebuild Support

Configure Explain Maintain Upgrade

Chase Computers

*conditions apply

* * WE COME TO YOU * *

NO FIX - NO FEE *

· Computer not working properly? · Worried about your backup? · Do you need new hardware? · Internet & mail working reliably? · Anti-virus up to date?

Would you like your own email and your own domain name? WEBSITES - our specialty

Call for a free visit* and free advice

BVN WE’RE

ALL

EARS

Phone: 5979 3188 Fax: 5957 3034

DK DENTURE Clinic Pty LtdDK DENTURE Clinic Pty LtdDK DENTURE Clinic Pty LtdDK DENTURE Clinic Pty Ltd 232 Thompson Ave, Cowes (opposite the RSL)

Consultations are also available at Wonthaggi Medical Group on Thursdays from 9am until 1pm

42 Murray St Wonthaggi (enter via Biggs Drive) For appointment phone

5952 1240 or 0412 231 268

St. George’s Anglican Church Smythe St, Corinella

SERVICES: 1st Sunday of the month .................. 11am Other Sundays .................................. 9am

FREE COMMUNITY LUNCH Corinella Community Centre 1st Friday of the month ................... 12pm

OP SHOP Monday, Thursday, Friday .. 10am to 2pm Saturdays ................. 9:30am to 12:30pm

Knowledge Answers

1. Truganini

2. Pussy

3. A sleepwalker

4. 1969

5. The Beaver

6. Fear

7. W

alter Lindrum’s

8. Skull Island

9. Ripen

10. Dry

11. Paul McCartney

12. Four

13. Champagne

14. A lost or overdue ship

15. The eyes

16, Hercule Poirot

17. Kookaburras

18. Nepal

19. The Tennessee Waltz

20. Vincent

Answers to Test Your Knowledge - Page 13

SEPTEMBER

LANG LANG COMMUNITYLANG LANG COMMUNITY

FAMILY MEDICINEFAMILY MEDICINE

Bulk Billing for all Medicare Card holders Same day appointments

Male & Female Doctors Available

~ Range of Services ~

General medical care, minor surgical procedures, removal of skin cancers/lesions, immunisation, travel health, women’s, men’s and family health.

On-site Pathology - Ultrasound Scans Visiting physiotherapist and psychologist.

Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5pm

5 Whitstable Street, Lang Lang

5997 5799

‘Caring Family Medicine’

The Kernot Grantville Fire Brigade is The Kernot Grantville Fire Brigade is The Kernot Grantville Fire Brigade is The Kernot Grantville Fire Brigade is

holding a 4WD & Ute Show’n’Shine holding a 4WD & Ute Show’n’Shine holding a 4WD & Ute Show’n’Shine holding a 4WD & Ute Show’n’Shine

on on on on Sunday, 13 October 10am Sunday, 13 October 10am Sunday, 13 October 10am Sunday, 13 October 10am –––– 2pm 2pm 2pm 2pm

at the Grantville Recrea/on Reserveat the Grantville Recrea/on Reserveat the Grantville Recrea/on Reserveat the Grantville Recrea/on Reserve

BASS VALLEY LANDCARE 5678 2335

Coronet Bay Playgroup Every Monday 10am -12pm. From birth to school age, $2 per family, bring a piece of fruit for your child. At the Coronet Bay Hall. Grandparents welcome. Tea & coffee provided.

Bingo at BassBingo at BassBingo at BassBingo at Bass Every Thursday Night, Bass 7:30pm

KILCUNDA BASS FOOTBALL CLUB

Thank You Thank You Thank You Thank You The Bass Valley Children’s Hub Pro-ject team and the Bass Valley Community Group Inc. would like to thank Corinella Residents & Ratepayers Association (CRRA) for their generous donation to the project of $250. It is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

NOTICE BOARD

2013 PAGE 5

The Bass Valley News

See our display at

124 York Rd Mt Evelyn 3796

Tom Allen

0414 383 606

Fax: 9736 3428

tom@gazebos.net.au

gazebos.net.au

· Sizes available from 2.4m to 9.0m · Pool and Spa Gazebos · Domestic and Commercial · Kits for smaller sizes · We build in VIC, SA, NSW & TAS · Registered Building Practitioners

The Probus Club of San Remo meets at 10am on the second Monday of each month (except January) at the Newhaven Public Hall. Men and women members meet for fellowship, to hear interesting speakers, enjoy outings to varied destinations and to share meals or other activities. Visitors are always welcome with, currently, no waiting list for new members.

Our secretary would be pleased to respond to any enquiries. Contact 5678 5768 or mail to PO Box 43, San Remo, 3925.

At AusGems we offer a professional gem cutting service with over 2000 designs. We sell the best quality gems, ‘rough’ and ‘synthetic rough’. We also sell Australian Sapphires, Opals, Zircons, Garnet, Topaz and Jewellery.

By appointment only - please note we are not jewellers.

www.ausgems.com

5678 8715

We also purchase all old gold jewellery at current daily prices.

BASS VALLEY LIONS CLUB BASS VALLEY LIONS CLUB BASS VALLEY LIONS CLUB BASS VALLEY LIONS CLUB

Invite you to a Wine & Cheese EveningInvite you to a Wine & Cheese EveningInvite you to a Wine & Cheese EveningInvite you to a Wine & Cheese Evening

When: 5 October 2013 Where: Grantville Recreation Reserve, Bass Hwy, Grantville

Featuring: Gippsland Wine Company — Mark Heath Tarwin Valley Wines — Folkert Janssen Lyre Bird Hill Winery — Robyn & Owen Schmidt

Time: 7pm Cost: $15 per person (bookings essential)

RSVP: Jacqui Gullick by 28 September. T: 5997 6259 or 0458 642 145 or email jjgullick@bigpond.com

Exceptional presentations from the wineries,

supper, door prizes, raffles, come along

for an entertaining evening.

ST. GEORGE’S CENT NIGHT FRIDAY, 27 SEPTEMBER at 5:30pm Corinella Hall, Smythe Street, Corinella

$20 per person (school children free)

3 course meal, great prizes, limited tickets, bookings

essential. Call Pat 5678 0798 or the Corinella Op Shop.

Don’t forget to wear your footy gear!

~ COMMUNITY INVITATION ~~ COMMUNITY INVITATION ~~ COMMUNITY INVITATION ~~ COMMUNITY INVITATION ~ BASS VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S

300th MEETING on FRIDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 6.30pm for 7pm start, Corinella Hall. Smythe St. Corinella $25 per person. BYO drinks & glasses. Archive displays, newspapers, photographs, maps, the story of the society from the beginning in 1977. Come and share your memories. RSVP Libby Skidmore 5678 0339 or email eskidmore@dcsi.net.au

CORINELLA BOWLING CLUB’S Official Opening Day for the 2013/14 Season will be held on SATURDAY, 7 SEPTEMBER at 1pm

Corinella is preparing for Tuesday and Saturday pennant season during September. Wednesday Bowls at 10am will focus on pennant practice. New and old bowlers, social bowlers and community organisations can look forward to FRIDAY TWILIGHT AT 5, which commences during the first week of daylight saving. Corinella welcomes new bowlers and encourages community groups to experience the fun and fitness of bowls on our four first class greens and excellent facilities at 22 Balcombe St. Corinella. Call Enid 5678 0118 or Cliff 5678 0191.

All Welcome at the Kernot Uniting Church Annual

“Casserole Dinner” FRIDAY, 20 SEPTEMBER at 7pm

The Kernot Hall, Kernot. BYO Drinks and Glasses Adults $16, Students $12, Children $6 (Kids under five free)

Temporary relocation of Customer Services in Wonthaggi: Entry to the Civic Centre Wonthaggi offices is still through our Baillieu Street foyer. The change to the entry is necessary due to renovations currently underway in our Wonthaggi offices. There will be no disruption to the delivery of Council services. Public Halls: – Seeking Volunteers: If you have some time on your hands and would like to help out your local community, have you thought of joining a committee? Corinella Public Hall – The Corinella Public Hall Committee is in need of new members to ensure there is a future for the hall and its current activities. Without willing volunteers, this hall’s future may be in jeopardy. It is a good feeling to do something for your local community, and we would encourage you to consider being involved. Please contact Recreation Development Officer, Lee-Anne Harmer, on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) for more information. Climate change risk assessment and action plan: Council is currently preparing to undertake a risk assessment on the future impacts of climate change in Bass Coast Shire and will subsequently prepare an action plan to address priority issues. To have your views heard as part of the risk assessment process, please go online and complete a short survey on the homepage of our website www.basscoast.vic.gov.au Further community engagement will be undertaken following the drafting of an action plan. For further information, please visit our website or call our Environment Team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278).

BASS COAST SHIRE NEWS www.basscoast.vic.gov.au

PAGE 6

Authen/c Thai TasteAuthen/c Thai TasteAuthen/c Thai TasteAuthen/c Thai Taste I

F a i h a i

143 Marine Pde, San Remo, 3925

Open Tue to Sun (Closed Mon) Lunch: Fri to Sun 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Dinner: 5:00pm - 9:30pm

For bookings phone

5678 5020

135 Marine Parade San Remo 3925

Phone: 5678 5337 Fax: 5678 5756

Hrs: 8am - 8pm, 7 days. Free Home Delivery

quality oriental furniture gifts with meaning

clothes that travel with you unique jewellery

wedding accessories elegant garden art

special gifts and much more

8 Vista Place, Cape Woolamai, Vic, 3925

0498 476 362

kushkush@yahoo.com.au kushkush.com.au

Marriage CelebrantMarriage CelebrantMarriage CelebrantMarriage Celebrant Ivan BradshawIvan BradshawIvan BradshawIvan Bradshaw

www.memorabledays.com.au

Weddings, Namings

Renewal of vows, Funerals,

Servicing all areas

Many years of experience

5678 0663 or 0414 345 754

SEPTEMBER

U3A is comprised of voluntary senior groups who

share educational, recreational and social

programmes, represented by U3A Network Victoria.

U3A offers:

· Non-competitive learning with no qualifications and no exams

· Exploration of new fields and ideas

· Social, creative or recreational activities

Bass Valley U3A has an active membership with

vacancies in the following groups: Get Creative 3rd Monday monthly Grantville Music & Meditation 2nd & 4th Monday monthly Corinella Tai Chi for Arthritis Tuesday weekly Coronet Bay Bush Painting Tuesday weekly Grantville Histories of the World 2nd & 4th Wednesday monthly Grantville Gardening Thursday monthly Various

If you are interested in any of the above topics or

have a skill, talent or interest that you would like to

share contact Heather 5997 6323 or email

bassvalleyu3aoffice@gmail.com or write to

Bass Valley U3A, PO Box 142, Grantville Vic 3984

Coronary heart disease was the leading cause of death in males

over 25, followed by smoking related illness.

Men over the age of 25 should have regular health checkups.Men over the age of 25 should have regular health checkups.Men over the age of 25 should have regular health checkups.Men over the age of 25 should have regular health checkups.

Don’t delay. Book in for your health check today.

The Nurse Prac//oners also prescribe medica/ons, perform

blood tests (including INR tests) and pap tests, write referrals,

issue medical cer/ficates, administer flu, pneumonia & travel

vaccina/ons, a<end to wound management and dressings,

deliver consulta/ons regarding women’s and men’s health and

much more. Ques/ons? Don’t hesitate to call us.

Grantville Transac/on Centre, GrantvilleGrantville Transac/on Centre, GrantvilleGrantville Transac/on Centre, GrantvilleGrantville Transac/on Centre, Grantville

Monday to Thursday

Corinella& District Community Centre, CorinellaCorinella& District Community Centre, CorinellaCorinella& District Community Centre, CorinellaCorinella& District Community Centre, Corinella

Tuesday & Friday

Providing primary health services for the local community

Appointments 5671 9260Appointments 5671 9260Appointments 5671 9260Appointments 5671 9260

The Bass Valley News

PAGE 7 2013

MARU KOALA & ANIMAL PARK The Bass Valley News

Indoor Children’s Playroom coming to the Homestead Bistro at Maru.

‘The Dinosaur Room’ is about to be constructed next to our Homestead Bistro at Maru. A few

weeks ago Maru was announced as one of 89 successful applicants to receive a government T-Qual

grant to assist us to build a new indoor children’s playroom. T-Qual grants of up to $100,000 were

available to businesses across Australia to support tourism operators to attract more visitors by

ensuring products and experiences remain fresh, of a high standard and support local economies and

communities. The grants are dollar for dollar matched funding with the business committing to

invest at least equal cash to the government grant provided. A covered alfresco area will be built off

the north side of the existing bistro and the entrance to the large 12x5m indoor playroom will be

from there with the playroom running parallel with our existing front kangaroo paddock fence.

Parents and carers will be able to relax with a coffee or meal and enjoy the views directly into the kangaroo paddock, whilst their children

enjoy the equipment in the playroom beside them. Over $40,000 is being spent on large play

equipment similar to what you see at other restaurant playrooms as shown in the sample picture

and over $140,000 on the project in total. The entire room will be Dinosaur themed and provide

information and displays about our local ’Dinosaur Dreaming’ fossil dig site at Inverloch and

along the Bunerong coast. Maru will work with local palaeontologists to ensure accurate

information about the local fossils and dinosaurs is portrayed. Construction is expected to start by

October and the playroom available for use by the Christmas school holidays, with the final

displays and information completed by March 2014 when an official opening will be held.

Neroli Heffer - Manager.

MARU KOALA & ANIMAL PARK & MARU KOALA & ANIMAL PARK & PIRATE PETE’S MINIPIRATE PETE’S MINI--GOLFGOLF

Purchase an ‘All Day Pass’ for entry into the Animal Park and Mini-golf for one discount price

Get in touch with wildlife

Pat a koala or other animals during a ‘Close Encounter’ experience at Maru

Phone: 5678 8548 E-mail: fun@marukoalapark.com.au Visit marukoalapark.com.au

1650 Bass Hwy, Grantville

At Maru Koala and Animal Park Grantville

Breakfast from 9:30am until 12:30pm Lunch daily, including light and main meals, gourmet pizzas

Full Bistro menu, with all meals and sauces made fresh in house by our Chef Seniors and Children’s meals, special dietary requests also catered for

Hot vegies and additional specials available from Friday to Sunday

Visit our website or ‘like’ our Facebook page for more information and to see what events and entertainment are planned for this month.

Homestead Bistro available for special occasion, meetings and group bookings and can be packaged with entry to the Animal Park and Pirate Pete’s Mini-golf.

Ph: 03 5678 8548 to enquire

Open 7 days a week

Type of play equipment being installed

Theropod dinosaur , fossil bones found locally

5997 5403

ASUNO EXCAVATIONS Bobcat with Levelling Bar

6m Tipper Hire 20 Years Experience All tickets & Insurances Prompt Reliable Service

Noel 0418 343 590

LANG LANG PHARMACYLANG LANG PHARMACY (Western Port Rd, Lang Lang)

Instant Passport Photos, NDSS sub-agency, Digital Photo Processing, Slimming Products,

Hair Colours, Gifts, Perfumes. Maybelline Cosmetics, Nebulisers, Glucose Meters,

Blackmore’s Vitamin & Herbal Supplements, Sports Braces, Home Healthcare, Hire & Sales.

Opening Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00am to 5:30pm Sat. 9:00am to 12:30pm

Grantville Newsagency & Post Office

Shop 2 / 1503 Bass Highway Ph: 5678 8808 Fx: 5678 8714

Supplying all your stationery needs — Orders on request

Laminating, Photocopying, Faxing, Billpay and much more

Magazines, Stationery & Ink Cartridges Now able to supply most phone recharge cards

Cards, Wraps, Kid’s Activities,

PAGE 8

The Bass Valley News

SEPTEMBER

~ RUSCH ~ Building & MaintenanceBuilding & MaintenanceBuilding & MaintenanceBuilding & Maintenance

Rudy Schraven

General Carpentry Home Renovations & Repairs

5678 2001 0438 761 213

www.basscoastlawyers.com.au

Free Call: 1800 754 401

We Do Home Visits

Personal Legal Service

Covering Bass Coast

and Phillip Island

CORINELLA MEN’S SHED “MAJOR PROGRESS” The long running saga of getting the Corinella and District Men’s Shed (CDMS), to occupancy has taken a major step forward, with the receipt of a $15,000.00 grant from The Bendigo’s Bank’s Community Trust. The cheque was presented to Corinella Men’s Shed member Kevin Chambers, at the San Remo Community Bank’s tenth birthday celebration. Kevin is pictured here with Trudy Jamieson, Manager of the Bendigo Bank’s Grantville branch. Speaking after the presentation to CDMS President, Steve Hickey, he expressed the group’s gratitude for “this most generous grant which will be used to finalise the installation of sewerage to the Shed”. Parallel plans are to install a generator to power the Shed’s lighting and equipment. “Unfortunately, electricity supply limitations to the adjoining Bass Valley Primary School have necessitated this move”, said Mr Hickey. The hardy CDMS souls now await approval from the Bass Valley Primary School to go ahead with the above projects. When this is given the Shed should finally be able to move towards formal occupancy. Whilst the Corinella Men’s Shed shell was constructed via a State Government grant, Mr Hickey also expressed the group’s sincere gratitude to Bass Coast Shire Council and the Bass Coast Community Foundation, for their internal fit out and equipment grants over the past year. “When the Bendigo Bank funding is added to the above, “local money” grants now exceed $35,000” he said. “Significant additional amounts of local input have also come via the donation of materials and labour e.g. internal plaster, electrical fittings and free installation of the latter”. CDMS looks forward to rewarding the Bass Coast community’s financial faith in the rapidly growing Men’s Shed movement in Gippsland and as always, welcomes new members to the Shed on Corinella Road, Corinella. Kevin Chambers (Enquires: 0418 127 748)

PAGE 9 2013

* STUMP GRINDING * CHERRY PICKER * TREE SURGERY & REMOVAL * EXPERT WORK & ADVICE GUARANTEED * FULLY INSURED * PENSIONERS’ DISCOUNT

PAUL OR LINDY

0407 334 423

The Bass Valley News

REAL ESTATE AGENTS &

AUCTIONEERS

Sales RUSS WILLIAMS

LYNN PENDERGAST

Rentals

DEBBIE GOLBY

B/H 5678 8433 A/H 0407 343 368

1505 Bass Highway Grantville 3984 alexscott.com.au

By Trish Hart, The Gurdies I live at The Gurdies (...the what? and where?…..Yes, I get that all

the time). Well, why would anyone want to live anywhere else? But don’t tell anyone how lovely it is here,

or they’ll all want to come! I sit in my studio gathering my thoughts, looking out towards French Island and

the sparkling sea. Sulphur-crested Cockatoos, Rainbow Lorikeets, Rosellas, Kookaburras and King

Parrots are placed on my balcony. From a wildlife artist’s point of view, this is heaven. Of all the places I

have visited, The Gurdies is the one I choose to call home. As part of my work I have enjoyed many years

of travel to far-flung parts of the world. For two months I was “artist in residence” with the Australian

Antarctic Division, voyaging on the M.V Nella Dan to Macquarie Island, Heard Island and the most

southerly Australian Antarctic station, Davis. Surrounded by a fantastic, glittering world, I created

illustrations of the unique Antarctic wildlife for calendars, children’s books and a set of stamps for Australia

Post. Sadly, the Nella Dan sank on her next voyage before reaching the ice again. Afterwards, swept up by the challenge of sea-faring, I

became a crew member aboard two of the largest tall ships in the world, the Russian Kruzenshtern and Sedov. We sailed from the Canary

Islands across the Atlantic to New York via Puerto Rico and Bermuda, and from Fremantle to Cape Town, while I tried to learn the ropes,

climb the masts and weather storms. After falling for a Russian sailor, I was invited to live in Russia, lured by his over optimistic conviction

that I could make a difference, teaching English and Art, in a remote village with no running water (but SO much vodka!). Adventures on the

high seas, exotic locations, stale bread with caviar….been there, done that. Now I watch the sun sink over French Island. In my hand is a

glass of wonderful locally grown grape juice, perfectly blended. I think of my neighbors up and down the street, who are also my friends – a

bunch of lovely “Gurdians” (locals who definitely appreciate the local wines too). I feel settled at The Gurdies and would not want to live

anywhere else. As the glory of the sunset fades I continue my work of photo retouching. It gives me great pleasure, this job - healing old

damaged photos, or removing ex-husbands from family photo’s… It’s a tough life, but someone has to live it. www.trishhart.com

BASS

GENERAL STORE For all your postal, newsagent

and general needs. Computer and printer repairs and service, including onsite service

now available.

5678 2220 bassgeneralstore@gmail.com

BJ’s Mowing & Garden Maintenance

For All YourFor All YourFor All YourFor All Your Lawn & Gardening Needs. Mowing & Ride On Work. Friendly PROMPT SERVICE. Fully Insured. No Obligation Free Quotes. Competitive Rates.

CALL BJ ON 0414 463 395 Servicing Phillip Island, San Remo and all of the Bass Valley region.

Need to Advertise your Business? This space

could be yours for $17.50 p/m

Call 5678 2277 Or email bvn@bvcg.org.au

Phone: 5678 0777 Fax: 5678 0912 Email: coord@cdcc.asn.au

Check us out on Facebook or visit www.cdcc.asn.au (Ask to be added to our regular emai l l is t )

COME ALONG TO OUR FASHION SWAP MEET ON 25th OCTOBER Courses and workshops: (To enrol now call 5678 0777) Art Programs, Creative Writing Courses, Ipad & Computer

Classes, Regular Groups (newcomers welcome), Seniors Strength Training, Youth Drop In Centre, Crafties Group,

Patchwork, Craft, Knitting, Spinning, CDCC FUNdraising Events.

WHY I LIVE WHERE I LIVE

PAGE 10

MORE COMMUNITY NEWS The Bass Valley News

Charlene Kersey

MASSAGE THERAPIST Nat. Cert.

Relaxation for The Elderly

Traditional Chinese Hand Healing

Corinella 0451 120 084

~ Call Tabitha ~~ Call Tabitha ~~ Call Tabitha ~~ Call Tabitha ~

5678 8933 or 0430 537 392

1/2 Grantville Drive, Grantville Competitive Prices / Delivery Available

Now Available at Coronet Bay

K9 Pawfection

Dog Wash, Grooming & Clipping Service

Available by appointment Phone Sandra on

5678 1005 or 0413 209 709

Civil Celebrant Annette C. Maier

Weddings ~ Funerals Namings

Commitments Renewals / Anniversaries

0408 703 327

celebrant4u.com.au

COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

CWA Coronet Bay Branch meet at the Corinella & District Community Centre at 1pm on the 3rd Monday of the month. Enquiries Helen 5678 2322 or Faye 5678 0411 or 0411 732 987.

SEPTEMBER

COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

CWA Grantville Branch meet at the Grantville Community Hall at 12:30pm on the 2nd Monday of the month. Enquiries Judy 5678 8553

or Gwenda 5997 6372.

CWA Bass Group excels at the CWA Bass Group excels at the CWA Bass Group excels at the CWA Bass Group excels at the 2013 State Exhibition in Bendigo2013 State Exhibition in Bendigo2013 State Exhibition in Bendigo2013 State Exhibition in Bendigo

There were loud cheers and many congratulations, when the CWA State Creative Arts Chairman Pat Mawson announced the Bass Group the winner of the Home Industries Group entry at the annual CWA State Creative Arts Exhibition held in Bendigo recently. The entry required five home industries articles to be displayed to the theme of “The Vegie Patch.” Members produced an uncluttered fresh display on yellow gingham consisting of:- Grandchildren’s Beetroot cut in a variety of shapes to encourage children to eat beetroot; Pumpkin Cake; Italian Vegetable Pickle; Sweet Chilli and Ginger Sauce; and Tomato Relish, all in matching clean, clearly labeled containers.

Winning the Home Industries Group entry was not our only success, stated CWA Bass Group President, Carol Young. Grantville member, Lyn Stebbing won the Larking Cup for the finest piece of work in the Exhibition by a member of a Branch with membership of less than 60, with a finely quilted trapunto quilt. The quilt also scored a Green Star award for an item of exceptional workmanship. Jayne Mitchell from Cowes Branch won the Troutbeck award for the best piece of china painting. First prizes were also won by Faye Tuchtan from Coronet Bay Branch for an adult knitted jumper; Hilary Hutchings from Nyora Night Branch for machine made fur fabric bears, Abbi Cininas from Woodleigh Vale Branch for a tiny crochet dog and crochet flowers, Gwenda Swan from Grantville Branch for a pave arrangement and Belinda Smart from Nyora Night Branch for a handwoven scarf.

Bass Group members celebrated their success at the monthly craft class at Grantville last month. Congratulations and well done ladies.

Elizabeth Milner Pictured right - Photos of some

of the prize winning work displayed at the Bendigo Exhibition

Debra TranterDebra TranterDebra TranterDebra Tranter 2013 Pride of Australia “Environment” Award Nominee, Debra Tranter, is this month’s Personality of the Month. Debra’s nomination for the Award comes as a result of a 20 year commitment to saving man’s best friend from the perils of puppy farming after she discovered the practice was widespread across Australia. She has campaigned solidly ever since to have the practice outlawed and in 2010 founded the people power lobby group Oscar’s Law. Debra has been living at an undisclosed location in the Bass Coast Shire for two years after having moved from the Dandenong Ranges. So great is her commitment to her cause she sold her house and gave up her six figure salary job as a nurse to concentrate on her crusade. She has since however, had to return to work with a nursing agency to assist in paying the bills. She describes herself as divorced and single with two adult daughters, one of whom is going to make her a grandmother next month. Debra lives with her four canine children, Oscar, pictured here with her, along with William, Daisy and 14 year old Lutana.

Debra says, “I started trying to oppose puppy factories in 1993 when I first found out there was an industry behind the pet shop window that was hidden from the public. Not many people realize that we are factory farming our companion animals to supply pet shops in this country. Puppy farmers also sell via internet trading sites. The conditions inside puppy factories are harrowing, 100’s of dogs kept confined for their entire lives and treated as breeding machines simply to supply the pet industry with cute puppies. They are deprived of their basic needs such as companionship, socialization and environmental enrichment, this sort of deprivation inflicts terrible psychological trauma on these dogs. Veterinary issues are common such as ear lice infestations, mammary cancer, prolapsed uterus’ from continually giving birth every 6-8 months, fleas and skin conditions, the list is endless. I recently negotiated the surrender of a number of small dogs from a rural puppy factory, our vet bill so far is just over $13,000. We can fix the veterinary issues but sometimes we cannot fix the psychological damage these dogs have suffered. These dogs never leave their cage and when they are rescued everything is new and frightening such as just being inside a house and all the household noises. It is heartbreaking to witness these dogs so shut down and damaged. Oscar’s Law aims to raise awareness and educate and empower the consumer to make better choices to take the market from these puppy factories. Never buy a puppy from a pet shop or online, choose to adopt and save a life, there are so many great rescue groups and animal shelters full of beautiful animals waiting for a home. If you do want a particular breed of puppy go to a registered ethical breeder who doesn't breed for a commercial market, make sure you meet the parents of the puppy and ask questions. The power to shut down this brutal industry is in the hands of the consumer. Dogs are our best friends and puppy factories are the ultimate betrayal”.

If you would like to help Debra in her campaign to save “man’s best friend” go to: www.oscarslaw.org

PAGE 11 2013

PERSONALITY OF THE MONTH The Bass Valley News

New Intel Pentium 2.9GHz 4GB Memory DDR3 500GB SATA Hard Drive 20" LED Non Touch 1600x900 Keyboard plus Mouse DVD Writer Card Reader Gigabit Wireless-N USB 2.0, USB 3.0 Windows 8 Intel H61 HDMI Cash Price = $600

Bass Valley Computers 1398 Bass Hwy GRANTVILLE

Via Service Rd to Swan St

5678 8715 Providing high quality service for over 14 years.

· We strive to beat any genuine price. Just give us a call. · Now selling and repairing all Apple Mac computers. · Refurbished iMac all-in-one 20” from $500 or 24” from $750. · We sell the latest computers and notebooks or we can build to order. · We have Core 2 Duo, refurbished PCs from $150 and notebooks from $199. · Refurbished 19” LCD all-in-one PCs from $300 and 22” LCD monitors from $90. · Full warranty on PCs and notebook repairs.

Recover lost data from Hard drives, USB keys, CDs and most camera memory cards.

Debra with Oscar

PAGE 12

VAN STEENSELVAN STEENSEL TIMBER PTY. LTD.TIMBER PTY. LTD. BUILDING MATERIALS

FOR ALL YOUR BUILDING NEEDS

CNR. CORINELLA TURN-OFF

& BASS HWY GRANTVILLE

Ph: 5678 8552 Fax: 5678 8413

RALPH HARDING

R.E.C.No. 1624

PROMPT RELIABLE SERVICE

5657 7304

Carpet Steam CleaningCarpet Steam CleaningCarpet Steam CleaningCarpet Steam Cleaning

3 bedrooms from $99 Including GST

3 bedroom & loungeroom from $139 including GST

5678 0969 EFTPOS

facilities available

CORONET BAY Community Hall available for hire at reasonable rates

Phone Peter on 5678 1071 or 0429 851 004

pete.pat1@bigpond.com

Gippsland JazzGippsland JazzGippsland JazzGippsland Jazz

PHILLIP ISLAND JAZZ CLUB: Sunday afternoon jazz on 15th September at the Ramada Resort, Cowes will feature the exceptional talents of the Ruby Page Sextet. Ruby has worked and experimented in many styles of music and these days concentrates on what she likes most and does so well, her vibrant interpretations of some of the best loved jazz standards in upbeat and funky Latin rhythms, as well as her own exciting material. Ruby is supported by Joe Ruberto (piano), Leon Heale (bass), Gideon Marcus (drums), Greg Clarkson (sax) & Bob Venier (trumpet). Tickets for the 2013 Phillip Island Jazz Festival 15th – 17th November are on sale now. Contact Jill Boyce on 0417 416 300 or Robin Blackan on 0432 814 407. OTHER VENUES: The South Gippsland Jazz Society at Inverloch on Sunday 8th September features Andrew Farrell (The Wizard) and a vocalist of long standing Donna McConville who will play jazz standards and hits of the 1960’s. All enquiries for Inverloch jazz to Neville Drummond 5674 2166. The Moe-Latrobe Jazz Club on Sunday 29th September are scheduled to feature the Rampart Street Jazz Band who will set the dance floor alight. Moe enquiries to President, Bruce Lawn 5174 3516.

ENTERTAINMENT The Bass Valley News

Tip-truck Hire Bulk Organic Fertiliser Bob Cat Hire Mini-skips

Bass Bulk Haul

Chris Milton McKenzie Road Bass Victoria 3991

0408 304 716 5678 8409

David Copland

PLUMBER

General Plumbing Gas Roofing

0407 723 713

Kilcunda (Lic. No: 41806)

SEPTEMBER

The Philosopher’s ZoneThe Philosopher’s ZoneThe Philosopher’s ZoneThe Philosopher’s Zone

This is a story about - EVERYBODY, SOMEBODY, ANYBODY and NOBODY.

There was an important job to be done

and EVERYBODY was sure that SOMEBODY would do it.

ANYBODY could have done it-but

NOBODY did it.

SOMEBODY got angry about that because it was EVERYBODY’S job.

EVERYBODY thought that ANYBODY could do it, but NOBODY realised that

EVERYBODY wouldn’t do it.

It ended up that EVERYBODY blamed SOMEBODY when NOBODY did what

ANYBODY could have done.

CORINELLA & DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZENS’ CLUB

Mondays & Thursdays 1pm Corinella Public Hall Margaret: 5678 0716

BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL BASS HALL

FOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIREFOR HIRE Bass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community CentreBass Valley Community Centre

Bass School RoadBass School RoadBass School RoadBass School Road

Bass VIC 3991Bass VIC 3991Bass VIC 3991Bass VIC 3991

For more information visitFor more information visitFor more information visitFor more information visit

bvcg.org.aubvcg.org.aubvcg.org.aubvcg.org.au

or call 5678 2277or call 5678 2277or call 5678 2277or call 5678 2277

WIN A CD COMPETITION - There was no winner last month (I didn’t think the question was that difficult) - so we’ll intend it for another month. You just need to tell us Australian Jazz legend Graham Fitzgibbon’s nickname to win the fabulous Andrew Nolte CD. Entries via email bvn@bvcg.org.au or mail to Jazz CD, PO Box 184, Grantville 3984.

Ruby Page

PAGE 13 2013

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE 1. Who was the last full-blooded aboriginal to die in Tasmania? 2. What did little Johnny Green put in the well? 3. What is a Somnabulist? 4. What year did man first land on the moon? 5. What is the official animal of Canada? 6. What does a Phobophobe fear? 7. Whose grave in Melbourne is topped by a marble billiard table? 8. What island was the jungle home of King Kong in the 1933 film? 9. What does a pineapple do after it is picked? 10. What does the French word “Brut” mean on a wine bottle? 11. Who did Linda Eastman marry on March 12, 1969? 12. How many novelettes make up the 1959 work Hawaii? 13. What is bottled in Jeroboams? 14. What does Lloyd’s Lutine Bell announce? 15. What’s impossible to keep open when sneezing? 16. Who solves the crime in Death On The Nile? 17. What are the world’s largest Kingfishers? 18. What country is Mount Everest in? 19. What song did Patti Page set people dancing to in 1950? 20. What name did Vincent Van Gogh sign to his paintings?

Answers on Page 4.

A university student delivers a pizza to an old man’s house. “I suppose you want a tip?” says the old man. “That would be great,” says the student, “But the other guy who does deliveries told me not to expect too much - he said if I got 50c I'd be lucky.” The old man looks hurt. “Well, to prove him wrong, here’s $5. What are you studying? “Applied Psychology” replies the student.

& TRIVIA The Bass Valley News

CORONET BAY ADULT SOCIAL CLUB

Tuesdays 7:30pm - 11pm Coronet Bay Public Hall

CALL STUART

5678 2204

SPECIALISING IN

NISSAN & TOYOTA 4WD

PETROL DIESEL & GAS

REPAIRERS

HADE AVE BASS

BASS COAST BURGESS MOTORS

AutomotiveAutomotiveAutomotiveAutomotive RepairsRepairsRepairsRepairs

Factory 4 Grantville Drive (Bass Highway)

GRANTVILLE 3984

5678 8870

AUSGLAZE ON-SITE SERVICE

0405 801 082 Lang Lang & Bass Coast

* Windscreens * Machinery Glass * Earth-moving Plant

Also chip/crack repairs and scratch removal

AUTO & MARINE ELECTRICAL Gerald Sammut

Providing quality electrical service for:

Cars Caravans Boats

Marine Accessories & Fitouts

Trucks 4WD Accessories & Fitouts

Tractor Earthmoving Equipment Fact. 6, 6-10 Grantville Dve, Grantville, 3984

5678 8533 0419 377 093

Topaz By Judy Johns (Coronet Bay)

She’s a pharaoh hound And she came from the pound And she was a sight to behold With ears of mobility Just like nobility And eyes the colour of gold She’s a pyramid pup And her ears stick up And her coat is the colour of honey Her nose is rose She has very long toes And her disposition is sunny She came from the Nile And she made me smile With her antics and her game, Her eyes are tender Her legs are slender And Topaz is her name. From the land of the Sphinx She still has her links With that great and ancient story Extremely elegant Highly intelligent And her ears are her crowning glory. Egyptian mummies are simply dummies Compared to this fascinating hound Quite inconceivable! Quite unbelievable! And to think she came from the pound.

Why not send your poem for publication in Poet’s Corner? Just email: bvn@bvcg.org.au (children welcome too)

Johnny P’s Maintenance & Repairs * Qualified carpenter * Discounted seniors rate * Lawns cut and garden clearance * Broken tiles and replacement glass * All home repairs undertaken * Plastering and painting * Absolutely no job too small * Windows and doors

Servicing Grantville, Phillip Island, Wonthaggi and all Surrounding Areas

For a reliable and efficient service call John 0435 055 760

or email pearson01@gmail.com

BASS CONCRETING All types of concreting done

No job too big or too small

Call Wayne 0433 802 212

Disc & Drum Brake Service Latest Engine Enalyser Major & Minor Repairs All Work Guaranteed

VOLUNTEERS IN OUR COMMUNITY

The Bass Valley News

PAGE 14 SEPTEMBER

ON-SITE

WELDING

FABRICATION

& REPAIRS Call Frank on

0418 336 223 or 5678 2268

205 Soldiers Rd Bass

YOGI BEAR'S LAWN MOWING GARDENING & FENCING For all of your garden care needs

P Professional, prompt and reliable service P No job too big or small P Block slashing P Free quotes P Pensioner discounts P Fully insured

Call Graeme for your obligation free quote

0404 264 822

BARRY MAYBARRY MAYBARRY MAYBARRY MAY This month’s first volunteer profile is veteran Bass Valley Community Centre volunteer, Barry May. Barry has been a volunteer at the Centre for more than 20 years. His commitment to the Centre over the years has been as a Community bus driver, a Member of the Committee, Treasurer and now Administration Volunteer. Barry is also a life member of the Community Centre and Coordinator Julie Coleman said last week, “He is simply irreplaceable”. Well done Barry, let’s hope we continue to see your smiling face around the Centre for another 20 years.

PHILLIP SNELSON PHILLIP SNELSON PHILLIP SNELSON PHILLIP SNELSON Phillip Snelson from Pioneer Bay has been a volunteer at the Centre for almost eight years and after seven years as a volunteer community bus driver, Phillip now helps HACC Coordinator Cheryl Luke and Assistant Kylie Smith with the Friendship Group every Monday and Wednesday. Phillip lives in Pioneer Bay and when not at the Centre he keeps himself busy with study, the Lions Club and his passion for model aeroplanes. A couple of weeks ago I caught up with Phillip at the Centre helping out with the distribution of the Healthy Harvest Fruit & Vegetable program. The photo shows Phillip and some of the Friendship Group members, including Alf, Helga, Alice, Deidre and Pat

before they boarded the bus with their bags of fruit and vegetables. Details of how to get your Harvest Fruit and Vegetable Bags can be found on Page 15 of this issue of the Bass Valley News. The bags offer a really good variety of fruit and vegetables which are all very fresh and the special offer, low price of $10 runs until the end of November, so order yours today.

AVONAVONAVONAVON

*Makeup *Skin Care *Hair Care

*Toys *Fragrances *Jewellery

*Watches *Clothing *Bags & Shoes

for men, women & children *Baby

Lo/ons *Shampoos *Clothes &

Ideas *GiHs *Kitchen Ideas *Home

Décor *Storage & Handy Solu/ons…

& MORE CALL NICOLE 0403 565 117CALL NICOLE 0403 565 117CALL NICOLE 0403 565 117CALL NICOLE 0403 565 117

Earning opportuni/es also availableEarning opportuni/es also availableEarning opportuni/es also availableEarning opportuni/es also available

SENIORS SPECIAL

The Bass Valley News

PAGE 15 2013

Bass Coast Community Baptist Church

GRANTVILLE

Invite you to join us as we commence a community gathering in the Grantville area.

Our FIRST GATHERINGFIRST GATHERINGFIRST GATHERINGFIRST GATHERING will be held in the Grantville Community Hall, off Bass Hwy. Grantville.

on SUNDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER at 4pmon SUNDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER at 4pmon SUNDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER at 4pmon SUNDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER at 4pm

Our OFFICIAL OPENINGOFFICIAL OPENINGOFFICIAL OPENINGOFFICIAL OPENING will be held in the Grantville Community Hall, off Bass Hwy. Grantville.

on SUNDAYon SUNDAYon SUNDAYon SUNDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER at 4pm, 8 SEPTEMBER at 4pm, 8 SEPTEMBER at 4pm, 8 SEPTEMBER at 4pm for all the community and our specially invited guests.

BBQ and entertainment. We hope to meet each week at 4pm for a simple meal, singing, activities for adults and children, and a short encouraging message. All enquiries: Pastor Ilse Smidt 0402 065 852 Lorna Mead 0427 053 013 Pastor address: 15 Helen Street, Pioneer Bay, Vic, 3984

NEW LOCAL HISTORY BOOK ‘Glen Forbes A Brief History’NEW LOCAL HISTORY BOOK ‘Glen Forbes A Brief History’NEW LOCAL HISTORY BOOK ‘Glen Forbes A Brief History’NEW LOCAL HISTORY BOOK ‘Glen Forbes A Brief History’ Nestled in the rolling hills of South Gippsland and the Bass River Valley, Glen Forbes is a close knit, farming community where residents support each other with local community activities and by getting together. The History Board proudly displays their rich local history for all to see and to give our youngsters some understanding of the past. With generous funding from the Bass Coast Shire Council, Westernport Water, together with proceeds from sales of a local history book Sledge to Studebaker by Jan Harper, the community came together and made it happen. The new Glen Forbes ‘A Brief History’ Publication was compiled by Tony Hughes in April this year, and was officially launched at the recent Christmas in July event held at Roger Bailey’s Glen Forbes property. A Brief History is a great read and includes some outstanding photos including the cover photo of the Glen Forbes General Store, probably taken in the late 1910’s. Tony and the History Group have done a fantastic job with this book, which I could not put down and I encourage you to get hold of a copy as soon as possible. The cost is $20 per copy and they are available from the Bass Valley Historical Society, at the Corinella General Store, the Wonthaggi Historical Society T: 5672 1830, by contacting Tony Hughes on 5672 4515 or by emailing pindari175@bigpond.com - all proceeds from the book sales are going to support gathering, recording and displaying of our region’s history. Roger Clark