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Pandemic declaration extended for three months
COVID-19 Pandemic declaration extended for three months Apr 08 2022 Updated 44 minutes ago Victoria’s pandemic declaration has been extended due to increasing case numbers and the new BA.2 sub-variant of COVID, while the scrapping of close contact isolation requirements appears to be off the cards for the immediate future.
Grants to improve indoor air quality to help stop the spread of COVID-19
COVID-19 Grants to improve indoor air quality to help stop the spread of COVID-19 Apr 08 2022 Updated 29 minutes ago A new grant has been announced to help small businesses improve their air quality and slow the spread of COVID-19. Minister for Small Business Jaala Pulford this week encouraged applications for the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program.
Rescheduling already underway for Silobration
Community Rescheduling already underway for Silobration Apr 08 2022 Updated 29 minutes ago Avoca’s event to celebrate the completion of the town’s silo art project, set to be held last weekend, was postponed last minute, however works to reschedule are already underway. Issuing a statement on March 31, just two days before the event scheduled for April 2, the Avoca Community Arts and Gardens Inc committee said the decision was made due to unforseen circumstances.
Locals urged to roll up their sleeves as bloodbank returns
Community Locals urged to roll up their sleeves as bloodbank returns Apr 08 2022 Updated 39 minutes ago One in three people in Maryborough will need blood during their lives — and the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood van will be driving into town this month to collect life saving donations. The mobile blood donor centre will be in Maryborough from April 19 to 22 and is urging locals to roll up their sleeves for a good cause.
Maryborough-Castlemaine Rail Trail Inc to conduct safe riding workshops
Community Maryborough-Castlemaine Rail Trail Inc to conduct safe riding workshops Apr 05 2022 Updated 1 hour ago Four helpful bike sessions are running in Maryborough in the first week of the school holidays, all conducted by the folks from Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail Inc (CMRT). Residents can book in for one of three safe riding workshops to be held on Monday, April 11 with CMRT president Janice Simpson saying everyone who rides a bike can benefit from learning a few tips.
Japanese Encephalitis cases climb, detections in 18 Victorian piggeries
Health Japanese Encephalitis cases climb, detections in 18 Victorian piggeries Apr 05 2022 Updated 1 hour ago Japanese Encephalitis (JE) has been confirmed at just under 20 Victorian properties, including in Loddon and Greater Bendigo, according to new information from Agriculture Victoria. There are now 18 properties in the shires of Gannawarra, Campaspe, Moira, Loddon, Wangaratta, Greater Shepparton, Greater Bendigo and Northern Grampians with confirmed cases.
Warning to be wary of scam using My Health Record logo
Community Warning to be wary of scam using My Health Record logo Apr 05 2022 Updated 1 hour ago The Australian Digital Health Agency is warning consumers not to fall for a weight loss scam running via Facebook spruiking a miracle cure and using the My Health Record logo. The ads suggest people can lose 45 kilograms with one teaspoon of the product, a so-called supplement.
State’s COVID cases rise to over 11,000
COVID-19 State’s COVID cases rise to over 11,000 Apr 01 2022 Updated 11 hours ago As predicted, coronavirus cases have increased across Victoria, including in the Central Goldfields Shire which has recorded over 100 new cases this week. As of the latest figures, on Thursday there were 11,292 new cases recorded in Victoria, with 59,589 still active. Sadly, four more lives were lost to the virus.
Health service's COVID vaccination hub closes
COVID-19 Health service’s COVID vaccination hub closes Apr 01 2022 Updated 14 minutes ago Maryborough’s Community Vaccination Hub has closed its doors this month as demand for the COVID vaccine slows, however the Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) is still urging locals to get their third doses as soon as they’re eligible.
Sick pay for casual and contract workers
State Government Sick pay for casual and contract workers Mar 25 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 1 min read In an Australian-first, casual and contract workers in certain industries will receive up to five days sick pay, as part of a new scheme announced by the Andrews Government this week. The $245.6 million scheme is set to transform casual and contract work in Victoria by providing vulnerable workers the opportunity to take time off when they’re sick or need to care for loved ones.
Awareness night to highlight lasting consequences of senseless acts of violence
Community Awareness night to highlight lasting consequences of senseless acts of violence Mar 25 2022 Updated 15 hours ago 4 min read Melbourne teenager Pat Cronin’s death following a coward punch will always be remembered as “a tragic waste of life” by his family — with the implications and lasting consequences of violence to be put under the spotlight at the Maryborough Highland Society next week.
Maryborough RAR high tea to raise funds
Community Maryborough RAR high tea to raise funds Mar 18 2022 Updated 11 hours ago 1 min read The Maryborough Regional Aus-tralians for Refugees (RAR) is cele-brating Harmony Week and raising funds with a vintage high tea. Taking place this Sunday at Buckley’s of Dunolly, the event will be a light afternoon tea in a garden setting, with guests encouraged to wear a hat of any description — as elaborate as they like — with prizes for the best hat on offer.
JEV found in four more piggeries, including in Loddon Shire
Health JEV found in four more piggeries, including in Loddon Shire Mar 18 2022 Updated 5 minutes ago 1 min read Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) has been found in four more Victorian piggeries this week, including in the Loddon Shire. The mosquito-borne virus, mostly found in pigs and horses, has been confirmed at four new piggeries in Loddon, Campaspe, Northern Grampians and Gannawarra shires.
Jenna’s fight to expand newborn screening
“It’s a matter of life or death”. That’s what a $10 test means for babies born with rare genetic diseases, such as Pompe and it’s exactly what local Jenna Primmer and her family are fighting to be included in newborn screening. Jenna’s son Nate sadly passed away at just two and half years old in 2017, but if he had have been screened for Pompe, which affects approximately one in every 40,000 people, as part of his newborn bloodspot screening or heel prick test, he would still be here today.
Pyrenees Shire Community and Capital Grants now open
Council Pyrenees Shire Community and Capital Grants now open Mar 15 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 1 min read Pyrenees Shire Council has opened the second round of its Community and Capital Grants program for 2021-22. Pyrenees mayor Ron Eason said community grants were a vital source of funding for local projects and events.
Council Planning application prompts warning to buyers to do due diligence Mar 11 2022 Updated 9 hours ago 6 min read A planning application for a single dwelling in Bowenvale has been labelled as not appropriate by the Central Goldfields Shire Council, with the application refused at last month’s council meeting, prompting a warning for land buyers to do their due diligence before putting pen to paper. The planning permit application 096/21 is for the use and development of th
Council notes $5m Deledio Pavilion project concept plans
Plans for a $5 million redevelopment at Deledio Recreation Reserve and its pavilion have been noted by Central Goldfields Shire Council. Photos: Deledio Pavilion concept plans. Council Council notes $5m Deledio Pavilion project concept plans Mar 08 2022 Updated 40 minutes ago 4 min read Concept plans for the $5 million redevelopment of Dunolly’s Deledio Pavilion have been backed by the Central Goldfields Shire Council. During last month’s ordinary council meeting, councillors moved a motion to
Labor candidate launches campaign for seat of Ripon
Labor candidate for Ripon Martha Haylett officially kicked off her campaign for the 2022 election this week, with help from former Premier Steve Bracks. Elections Labor candidate launches campaign for seat of Ripon Mar 04 2022 Updated 54 minutes ago 2 min read Martha Haylett’s campaign to win the seat of Ripon for the Victorian Labor Party officially began this week, kicked off by former Premier Steve Bracks. Launching her campaign at the Park Hotel in Maryborough on Monday night, Ms
New operation introduced in bid to save lives on the road
Police New operation introduced in bid to save lives on the road Mar 04 2022 Updated 54 minutes ago 1 min read Victoria Police has launched a new campaign in a bid to save lives on the road this March, with figures showing it’s the most dangerous month for road trauma. Operation Engage, which began earlier this week, will see police targeting road users in priority locations across the month.
Provedore permanently closes its doors
Jayne Newgreen (pictured) and Christopher Howe have permanently closed the Talbot Provedore and Eatery after more than five years of trade. Business Provedore permanently closes its doors Mar 04 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 6 min read After more than five years of trade, the award winning Talbot Provedore and Eatery is closing its doors permanently, with the owners claiming they have been left in an “untenable position”. Owners Jayne Newgreen and Christopher Howe have run the Provedore out of Lo
Oncology unit operating, health service reassures
Health Oncology unit operating, health service reassures Mar 04 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 1 min read The Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) is reassuring the community its oncology service is continuing, treating up to 25 patients per week.
Victoria enjoys eased mask rules, new local cases continue
COVID-19 Victoria enjoys eased mask rules, new local cases continue Mar 04 2022 Updated 52 minutes ago 1 min read Victorians have relaxed into a week of eased restrictions, including those affecting face masks which no longer need to be worn in most settings. Following low daily cases, from midnight last Friday workers could return to offices, and all elective surgery got underway from Monday.
Isolation payment cut as COVID cases drop
COVID-19 Isolation payment cut as COVID cases drop Mar 01 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 2 min read The Victorian Government’s isolation payment will end today as the number of daily cases state-wide continues to fall and rapid antigen tests (RATs) become more freely available. The Department of Health confirmed on Monday that 5852 new cases of COVID-19 had been recorded in Victoria in the previous 24 hours, with a further three lives lost to the virus.
Website expansion helping farmers cope with daily stress and improve wellbeing
Local Website expansion helping farmers cope with daily stress and improve wellbeing Mar 01 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 3 min read Australian farmers are known for being resilient and resourceful, but the vagaries of weather and ever fluctuating prices can bring even the toughest to their knees. A website launched in 2018 to give farmers practical strategies to cope with factors beyond their control has proved so successful with rural communities that it has now been expanded.
Warning to protect against mosquitoes following possible cases of JEV
Health Warning to protect against mosquitoes following possible cases of JEV Mar 01 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 1 min read Victorians are being urged to protect themselves against mosquito bites following pos-sible cases of Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV). Evidence of the virus has been found in pigs in Echuca, as well as in New South Wales including near the border, and in southern Queensland.
Play space strategy to enhance open spaces, playgrounds with focus on inclusion
Council has committed $45,000 to the development of a play space strategy which is set to enhance the shire’s open spaces, green spaces, playgrounds, parks and reserves. Council Play space strategy to enhance open spaces, playgrounds with focus on inclusion Mar 01 2022 Updated 7 minutes ago 3 min read The Central Goldfields Shire Council has committed to develop a play space strategy to enhance open spaces, parks, green spaces, playgrounds and reserves across the region.
$25K target set for MDHS Charity Golf Day - Maryborough Advertiser
Community $25K target set for MDHS Charity Golf Day Mar 01 2022 Updated 7 minutes ago 3 min read Community members will be getting into the swing of things later this month as part of the Maryborough District Health Service’s (MDHS) Charity Golf Day, which this year is aiming to raise $25,000 in a bid to introduce a local breast screening service.
Council identifies list of priority projects
Central Goldfields Shire Council will not be seeking funding for a splash park or youth hub as part of its 2022 priority projects plan, however 14 projects have been identified. Council Council identifies list of priority projects Feb 25 2022 Updated 4 hours ago 4 min read The Central Goldfields Shire Council will no longer be seeking funding for a splash park or youth hub as part of its 2022 priority projects plan, according to a motion passed this week, however 14 projects have been identified.
International search for staff, 12-hour shifts enacted as MDHS implements code yellow
Health International search for staff, 12-hour shifts enacted as MDHS implements code yellow Feb 25 2022 Updated 4 hours ago 5 min read The Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has enacted an internal code yellow alert amidst continuing staff shortages across the health sector, however CEO Nickola Allan said the alert will not impact service delivery to the community.
Masks mostly off as COVID restrictions ease
COVID-19 Masks mostly off as COVID restrictions ease Feb 25 2022 Updated 3 hours ago 3 min read For the first time in months, face masks will only be required in limited indoor settings as of tonight, while further cases of COVID-19 were recorded locally. The Victorian Government announced on Tuesday that restrictions around face masks would ease dramatically and will not be needed in most indoor settings as of 11.59 pm tonight.
Shearers racing against the clock to raise funds
Shearers will be click click clicking away this weekend and all for a good cause as part of the Clunes and District Young Farmers Clunes Quick Shear event which is raising funds for MS Australia. Photo: Supplied. Local Shearers racing against the clock to raise funds Feb 25 2022 Updated 3 hours ago 2 min read Shearers will be racing against the clock for a good cause this weekend for the sixth annual Clunes and District Young Farmers Quick Shear event.
Novavax vaccine available for Victorians
COVID-19 Novavax vaccine available for Victorians Feb 22 2022 Updated 55 minutes ago 1 min read A fourth COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax, became available to Victorians yesterday, while more than 30 new cases were confirmed in the Central Goldfields over the weekend. On Saturday there were 18 new cases recorded in the shire, on Sunday 15 and Monday 10, with 85 cases still active.
Almost 600 students set to be revaccinated
Council Almost 600 students set to be revaccinated Feb 22 2022 Updated 42 minutes ago 4 min read Around 600 high school students will need to be revaccinated after fridge temperatures were not accurately monitored over a 21-month period as part of the Central Goldfields Shire Council’s secondary school immunisation program. As a result, council cannot be certain that the vaccines administered durin
Politics Coalition members fined for failing to wear a mask Feb 18 2022 Updated 44 minutes ago 1 min read Victorian Coalition members, including Opposition Leader Matthew Guy, have been slapped with fines for failing to wear a mask indoors. Last week Victorian Coalition MPs including Mr Guy, Leader of the Nationals
Fully vaccinated definition set to change following ATAGI announcement
COVID-19 Fully vaccinated definition set to change following ATAGI announcement Feb 15 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 1 min read The definition of what it means to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is set to change, while locally more than 20 new cases were recorded over the weekend. In the Central Goldfields there were 15 new cases recorded on Saturday, nine on Sunday and 12 on Monday, with the total active cases at 90.
National Illicit Firearms Campaign to remove illegal guns from communities
Police National Illicit Firearms Campaign to remove illegal guns from communities Feb 15 2022 Updated 1 hour ago 3 min read A National Illicit Firearms Campaign, aimed at removing illegal guns from the community has begun through a partnership between Crime Stoppers and the Federal Government.
$550m “not enough” for mobile coverage upgrade
Community $550m “not enough” for mobile coverage upgrade Feb 15 2022 Updated 58 minutes ago 4 min read Rural Councils Victoria (RCV) is saying a State Government commitment of $550 million “won’t be enough” to bring reliable and better broadband and mobile coverage to regional parts of the state. The concerns come following an online Engage Victoria survey, which asked f
Call for carers support ahead of 2022 federal election
Federal Government Call for carers support ahead of 2022 federal election Feb 04 2022 Updated 32 minutes ago 3 min read Carers Australia and the National Carer Network are calling on all political parties to commit to addressing the needs of the nation’s 2.65 million carers ahead of the 2022 federal election. As outlined in a Federal Election Platform and 2022-23 Budget submission, C
Shire around 45 percent triple vaccinated Original
COVID-19 Shire around 45 percent triple vaccinated Feb 04 2022 Updated 42 minutes ago 2 min read Central Goldfields Shire residents are being urged to get their third COVID-19 vaccine dose as soon as possible, with less than 50 percent of the eligible community currently triple vaccinated. With three months the recommended timeframe between second and third doses, those who got their second jab in November or earlier are now able to get in for their booster shot.
More than 30 active cases currently in shire
COVID-19 More than 30 active cases currently in shire Feb 01 2022 Updated 16 hours ago 2 min read Despite a downward trend in both hospitalisation numbers and active COVID-19 cases across the state this month, a return to face-to-face learning for Victorian schools is expected to contribute to a case rise. As of Monday, there were 10,053 new cases reported statewide, with 6485 coming from rapid antigen tests (RATs) and 3558 PCR results.
Shire’s school principals prepared as they can be as students return to the classroom
Returning to the classroom for the 2022 school year may look almost the same as any other year, but with the continued challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to the usual excitement of a new school year, principals are also feeling a sense of caution ahead of the next 12 months. All eight of the Central Goldfields Shire’s primary and secondary schools welcomed the return of students this week after two disjointed years of remote learning, exam timetable alterations and isolation.
Breakfast to bring communities together
Local Breakfast to bring communities together Feb 01 2022 Updated 6 hours ago 2 min read A free breakfast aimed at bringing farmers and country communities together to talk about mental health is headed to Avoca this Thursday.
Carisbrook celebrates citizens for contributions
Carlene Dowie (middle) was named Jack O’Connor Mayor of the Day during Carisbrook’s Australia Day event on Wednesday, alongside John Wagstaff and Simon Morrison who were joint winners of the Tilly Aston Achievement Awards for their commitment and contributions to the community.
Young men most at risk of drowning new data reveals
Community Young men most at risk of drowning new data reveals Jan 25 2022 Updated January 25, 2022 2 min read Young men aged 18 to 34 are at the highest risk of drowning this summer, new analysis from Royal Life Saving Society — Australia has revealed. Royal Life Saving’s Summer Drowning Toll shows that since December 1, 50 Australians have drowned in waterways across Australia — up from 46 at the same time last year. Almost a quarter of those who have died were young men.
More COVID cases in shire
COVID-19 More COVID cases in shire Jan 28 2022 Updated 14 hours ago 1 min read A small number of COVID cases have continued to pop up around the Central Goldfields Shire this week. There was one new case on Tuesday, seven on Wednesday and nine on Thursday, bringing the total active cases in the shire to 29.
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