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Gormandale Community House

Locality: Gormandale, Victoria, Australia

Phone: 5197-7264

Address: 32-34 Main Street, 3873 Gormandale, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Thursday lunch is already a sell out. You all know what a good cook Brian Thexton is dont you? Should anything change Ill repost. But thank you all for your support

25.01.2022 Our first street bbq will be on Saturday Feb 20th. Put your name down to lend a hand for an hour or so. All you need people come on in to the GCH and start meeting others in your community. We would love to see you.

25.01.2022 THURSDAY'S COMMUNITY LUNCH. HOME MADE PEA AND HAM SOUP and now with HOME MADE APPLE PIE AND CREAM Made using lovely smoked ham hock from the Rosedale Butchers. and fresh vegetables. $5 and includes a warm bread roll and a cuppa. Starts at 12 until gone.

24.01.2022 Happy new year everyone. I made it back to Victoria eventually, albeit delayed. But my first job is to see if I can rally some of you to volunteer in 2021. So, I’m looking for people to volunteer 2 hours a week at the community house, just 2 hours would be helpful to keep things operating and allow us to get some things happening again. We are open Tuesday to Friday. There is always help needed maintaining the lawns and gardens, we have a mower lol. Or perhaps on Thursday for lunch as I’d like to kick that off again ASAP. Give me a call on 0400 690 233 or pop in next week.

24.01.2022 SUPPORT GCH, BUY A TICKET IN THE CHRISTMAS RAFFLE $1ea AVAILABLE AT THE HOUSE, 1ST PRIZE HAND MADE QUILT AND THEN MULTIPLE PRIZES.SUPPORT GCH, BUY A TICKET IN THE CHRISTMAS RAFFLE $1ea AVAILABLE AT THE HOUSE, 1ST PRIZE HAND MADE QUILT AND THEN MULTIPLE PRIZES.

24.01.2022 It has become apparent that there is someone getting around the later half of merrimans creek Rd, & sisters rd. areas, helping themselves to items that arent theirs, just in the last fortnight. Please look out for any suspicious activity.

24.01.2022 GCH Fundraiser, raising money to install an air conditioner in the main room A few Christmas trees we have made. They are available from the GCH and range between $15 and $30. Come on in between 9-4, Tuesday thru Friday. You can order one painted or unpainted. Get on the Tree Trail Map while you are here too.

23.01.2022 FUNDRAISER SAUSAGE SIZZLE & BACON & EGG ROLLS FROM 8 AM TOMORROW (SAT)FUNDRAISER SAUSAGE SIZZLE & BACON & EGG ROLLS FROM 8 AM TOMORROW (SAT)

22.01.2022 Wendy has donated some bags of TIGRIDIA RAVONIA BULBS (Jockeys Cap Lily), they are on the PIF tableWendy has donated some bags of TIGRIDIA RAVONIA BULBS (Jockeys Cap Lily), they are on the PIF table

22.01.2022 Monday Tucker returns for 2021 Our regular weekly Community Dinner, proudly sponsored by Wellington Shire, will recommence on: Monday 11th January... at the Sale Memorial Hall from 5.00pm to 6.00pm. See more

22.01.2022 If you need an essential item or service ask us about our No Interest Loans (NILS) program. Anglicare Victoria in Gippsland offers No Interest Loans (NILS) to help people on low incomes (including Centrelink) pay for medical and dental expenses, orthotics, mobility scooters and wheelchairs. NILS can also help with household items like fridges, laptops, TVs, mattresses, or car related items such as car repairs or car regos.... Loans are available up to $1,500 with NO interest, NO fees and NO charges ever so you pay back exactly what you borrow. To find out more, contact us, Anglicare Gippsland, at [email protected] or call 1800 286 260.

22.01.2022 SUCCULENTS FOR SALE: Our succulents group has done a few that are available for sale at the community house. they range between $2 -$6 and are really cute. I'm buying some to give to friends that I visit over the school holidays. We are only here until Thursday so pop in and grab a few. All proceeds are going back to the group to buy supplies for bigger projects.

22.01.2022 Chocolate Mousse is availabe again tonight. Three dollars each.

21.01.2022 I've just had lovely batch of home made apple pies dropped in to have with lunch tomorrow. Thank you Margie E.I've just had lovely batch of home made apple pies dropped in to have with lunch tomorrow. Thank you Margie E.

21.01.2022 You are invited to a picnic in the garden behind the community house tomorrow (Thursday 31st Dec) at 12:00 to celebrate one of our wonderful community members, Trudie Bailey’s 80th birthday. Bring a plate of finger food to share.You are invited to a picnic in the garden behind the community house tomorrow (Thursday 31st Dec) at 12:00 to celebrate one of our wonderful community members, Trudie Bailey’s 80th birthday. Bring a plate of finger food to share.

21.01.2022 16 September 2020 Get set for bushfire season The Fire Danger Period is fast approaching, so Wellington Shire Council is reminding landowners that now is a critical time to prepare their properties for the months ahead. Inspections of private properties to ensure compliance with bushfire hazard reduction rules... ahead of the 2020/21 Fire Danger Period begin Wednesday 4 November and run till May. Landowners must reduce hazardous ground fuels by slashing grass, weeds and bracken, as well as removing undergrowth, fallen branches and tree cuttings. While pruning trees is good practice, removing whole trees without a permit is not allowed. It is also good practice to include tasks such as clearing leaf litter from gutters and sealing gaps in exterior walls. To assist with the clearing of properties, Council is offering no-fee green waste disposal (excluding commercial operators) at all landfills and transfer stations, during normal operating hours, throughout November. While many landowners would normally visit their blocks to conduct works, this may not be possible this year. Landowners who are unable to visit their property will be expected to engage local friends or family, or contractors to do the work. For details of contractors, search online or the Yellow Pages, or contact a garden centre in the shire or estate agent. Landowners must maintain their properties throughout the Fire Danger Period. In response to the difficulties created by the pandemic, Council will continue with a 28-day hazard-reduction compliance period, first introduced two years ago. Landowners are encouraged to ask their contractor to provide them with photographic evidence that work has been completed to their satisfaction and the correct block cleared. Where a property is identified as posing a fire risk, Council will serve each owner with a Fire Prevention Notice via posted mail. So, it is important that any change of address details are registered before November. Penalties of $1,652 per owner apply for failure to comply. For more information, visit www.wellington.vic.gov.au/fire or call Victorian Bushfire Information on 1800 240 667. -- Ends Media Contact: Gordon Knight (03) 5142 3291 or 0437 500 393 See more

21.01.2022 I cant get on to the market place for some reason and am in search of some good clean wooden pallets for a Christmas woodwork project for Gormandale. We cant really pay much, if anything lol but it will All go to a good use and brighten our little town up.

20.01.2022 Due to unforeseen circumstances we will be closed today. Back tomorrow for a community lunch.Due to unforeseen circumstances we will be closed today. Back tomorrow for a community lunch.

20.01.2022 In our attempt to keep our community safe, the GCVH will remain closed to the public until it is deemed safe to reopen. Unfortunate this means we will not be doing our Thursday lunches for the moment. We will continue to offer Emergency Food Relief for families and individuals that are finding it difficult during this time. However, it will be by appointment only. Please be assured that we are only a phone call away, 5197 7264 or on my cell at 0400 690 233. We are here to s...upport you in any manner we can, eve n if it is just for a catch- up chat. I can offer to assist with grocery home delivery from Traralgon supermarkets. You can have your groceries delivered to my home and I will bring them out here where you can collect them with minimal contact. Frozen of fridge items will be kept in my fridge and freezers in the garage. Contact me (Lori) for the address. If anyone needs assistance in setting up an online shopping or click and collect account, you can also contact me, and we can make an appointment to set it up together. See more

19.01.2022 Can anyone recommend a decent mechanic for a service on my Toyota Aurion... nothing wrong with it just needs a service and my mechanic seems to have vanished.

19.01.2022 I know it is a bit early to be talking about Christmas, but I am hoping to get some interest happening and need to know if others would be interested in a Christmas decorating program to brighten up our area pf the world. My thought is, we could adorn the streets/roads around Gormandale with decorated wooden Christmas Trees. Now, if you have an aversion to Christmas and hate this time of year then thats fine, this will not be the project for you. But for many of us Christma...s is our favourite time of year. And considering what we are currently going through Id like to come up with a way singles, families, groups or clubs could do something to celebrate and cheer each other up. We have a great woodwork shed here and I am collecting wooden pallets right now. I have gotten a donation of some paint already, thanks to my son in law . So I will be looking for solar lights and decorations that can go outside. Let me know your thoughts, Id love to see our town shine at Chrissy. Thought Id post some ideas LOL See more

18.01.2022 LIGHT UP GORMIE FOR CHRISTMAS. A team of elves have been been busy making wooden Christmas trees. They are available for sale at the GCH at varying prices. Decorate the front of your house or the nature strip and if there are enough involved we will do a Tree Trail for you to follow. A map that will be made available once all trees are sold and registered with us. You can get one painted or raw and can even get yours decorated if you need, They are so good you can have even have them indoors to brighten up an area. Come by GCH and select or order one now. One of our elves has made some beautiful wooden tree ornaments as well.

18.01.2022 THURSDAY LUNCH; Home made sausage rolls with a salad or vegetarian slice & salad. $5. Dine in or take awayTHURSDAY LUNCH; Home made sausage rolls with a salad or vegetarian slice & salad. $5. Dine in or take away

18.01.2022 The Pay It Forward Table today. We have stocked up the table today. The potatoes arent much chop, so please take them and use them quickly. I wont be buying them again from where I did today.

17.01.2022 FUNDRAISER Xmas trees made by elves in the work shop. For sale at the GCH

16.01.2022 WOW, WOW & another WOW! Thank you Brian Thexton from Smokehouse 81 in Rosedale for the absolutely marvelous lunch today. And major shout out of thanks to Taylah, Brians apprentice and to her friend Alex an apprentice at Frankies in Traralgon for volunteering their time and hard work to us all out here. I am getting messages from those that had a massive baked potato with all the accouterments about how delicious they were. Thank you so very, very much

14.01.2022 Today’s lunch is home made sausage roll with a garden salad and crisps $5. Call 5197 7264 to order a takeout / pop in between 12-1:30 or until a are gone.

14.01.2022 Home made 1.2kg Christmas Cakes $18 each available now at GCH

14.01.2022 Last lunch for the term today from 12. Come in and enjoy a nice mealLast lunch for the term today from 12. Come in and enjoy a nice meal

14.01.2022 ARE YOU OKAY? If you are feeling low, not coping so well or would just like a chat, call 0400 690 233 all is confidentialARE YOU OKAY? If you are feeling low, not coping so well or would just like a chat, call 0400 690 233 all is confidential

14.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that supported our roadside bbq fundraiser on Saturday.Thank you to everyone that supported our roadside bbq fundraiser on Saturday.

14.01.2022 As many of you know I have been coordinator here at the GCH for going on 3 years but it was only yesterday that one of our great community members, Rhonda Aquilina pointed out to me that the sign out the front which is the one that is our cover picture here was painted by her daughter, Naomi Silvester. Well thank you Naomi for your work! She has also done some artwork on our water tank out back too.

13.01.2022 Just a shout out to the fairy that left the wine at the back door yesterday. Thank you.Just a shout out to the fairy that left the wine at the back door yesterday. Thank you.

13.01.2022 Hello Gormandale, we here at the House hope you are all well and staying healthy. Im afraid we are having to suspend our community lunches for a while. I know many of you look forward to them so hopefully we will be able to start up again in a month or so.

13.01.2022 Our Xmas trees are inside due to wind gust. We are making more as I type too Our Xmas trees are inside due to wind gust. We are making more as I type too

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12.01.2022 May I please get 2 friends or family members to copy and re-post? Im trying to demonstrate that someone is always listening. #SuicideAwareness 1-800-273-8255 Just two. Any two Say DONE.

10.01.2022 Reg at the Castle is looking for an honest person to do odd jobs for him. It can be male or female, its not heavy work. Things like pick up sticks prior to mowi...ng, a cuppa etc, etc. He does not expect you to work for free . The Castle is a very interesting place, Reggis built it himself. You can call him directly on 03 5914 243. just tell him you heard about it from the community house. See more

09.01.2022 If anyone will be around the GCH about 10 am would they be able to give me a hand to unload my vehicle. Ive been shopping and goodness its tiring lol Im leaving Traralgon now

09.01.2022 FYI, we have raised enough money from the sale of face masks, bbq’s, cake stalls etc to have a wonderful néw cubby house built for the kids. Country Cubbies in Pakenham have given us a great deal and it will be delivered and installed next week. So of course I’ll be looking for some strong hands to replace the sleepers that surround the area and get things all scmicko for the kids. Call me if you can help me out, 0400 690 233

09.01.2022 If you are looking to get your gutters cleaned look up Gippy Gutters. Dave and Leigh cleaned the house, woodwork shed and Hyland room for us today. Thank you so much. Call 0455 855 147 or email [email protected] I like them so much they are doing my house too.

08.01.2022 Media Release 20 January 2021 Improving community engagement Good community engagement is something we are all responsible for, and Wellington Shire Council are committed to giving every local a say on the decisions and issues that matter.... Right now, Council are reviewing their Community Engagement Strategy, following Local Government Act 2020 changes, and are calling on community members to have their say on how engagement should be done. The review gives Wellington residents and ratepayers a chance to assist in the creation of a draft community engagement strategy aimed at improving the way Council informs, involves and consults with the people of Wellington. To help us to help you, Council are providing community sessions, where locals can discuss the strategy and its review. Register to join the following drop in or online sessions: One-hour, online Thursday 28 January, 7.30pm and Tuesday 2 February, 10am One hour, in-person Friday 29 January, 10am, Port of Sale (Carang Carang Room) 70 Foster St, Sale Monday 1 February, 4pm, Yarram Library, 156 Grant St, Yarram Thursday 4 February, 5pm, Maffra Library, 150 Johnson St, Maffra Register at [email protected] for a webinar login and/or COVIDSafe requirements for the in-person sessions. Or you can simply fill out a survey at www.wellington.vic.gov.au/engagementstrategy - it only takes five minutes, but it will count for a lot when it comes time to find out what you think. for At the end of the consultation period, Council will provide a summary of feedback, present recommendations for improvements, then determine changes that should be made. The consultation period closes Thursday 4 February 2021. For more information, contact Coordinator Council Plan Engagement, Bodye Darvill, on 5142 3082, [email protected], or visit wellington.vic.gov.au/engagementstrategy. Ends Media contacts: Gordon Knight (03) 5142 3291 or 0437 500 393 Wendy Reeves (03) 5142 3257 or 0407 812 970 See more

08.01.2022 Im unable to access the email account at present. Anyone else having issues with Telstra bigpond? Grrrr!Im unable to access the email account at present. Anyone else having issues with Telstra bigpond? Grrrr!

07.01.2022 Would anyone have any spare eggs for the GCH please? Needed for use on Saturday morning.Would anyone have any spare eggs for the GCH please? Needed for use on Saturday morning.

07.01.2022 The Pay It Forward Table has been topped up. If anyone has extra pumpkin to add, that would be nice. There was a lady looking for some todayThe Pay It Forward Table has been topped up. If anyone has extra pumpkin to add, that would be nice. There was a lady looking for some today

07.01.2022 VOLLUNTEERS WANTED FOR THIS SATURDAY MORNING. Im seeking a few people to assist with a Sausage Sizzle on Saturday here at the GCH. Masks are mandatory as is social distancing, Ill have plenty masks, sanitizer and gloves for you to use. Kicking off at 7 am, so if you have an hour or 2 to help Id be very greatful. yes I know its very short notice but things are changing so quickly and its going to be great weather :) 0400 690 233

05.01.2022 Christmas trees out front. They look great inside or out. Stil some trees left for sale

04.01.2022 Sausage sizzle Saturday morning out front of house.Sausage sizzle Saturday morning out front of house.

04.01.2022 My granddaughter has grown out of these soccer boots. If anyone can use them, ones a size 12 and other is a 13. They are her at the community house

04.01.2022 PHARMACY COLLECTION FROM TRARALGON TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY) 0400 690 233PHARMACY COLLECTION FROM TRARALGON TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY) 0400 690 233

04.01.2022 Need to buy a face mask or get food relief appointments available from 10am today or tomorrow. Please call 0400690233Need to buy a face mask or get food relief appointments available from 10am today or tomorrow. Please call 0400690233

03.01.2022 Pop it in the diary.... Fri 4th Dec!

03.01.2022 These look and smell wonderful. Now for the taste test

03.01.2022 THIS IS JUST A BRIEF OUTLINE OF SOME OF THE NEW REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO COVID RESTRICTIONS THAT I THOUGHT YOU MAY... OR MAY NOT BE INTERESTED IN . FACE COVERING: Face masks not required outdoors except where physical distancing cannot be maintained, such as farmers’ markets and other outdoor retail. Requirement to carry masks always. They are mandatory indoors unless an exemption applies. This includes settings such as public transport, including when waiting at stations..., ride shares, hospitals, care facilities and shopping. PUBLIC GATHERINGS: Up to 50 people can gather outdoors from any number of households, excluding infants under 12 months. Private gatherings: up to 15 visitors, including dependents, per day can visit a household, either together or separately. Infants under 12 months are excluded from the visitor caps. Face masks recommended when physical distancing cannot be maintained. HOSPITALITY (seated service only): Indoors: Venues less than 200sqm of floorspace subject to density quotient of 1 per 2sqm up to a total of 50 patrons. Venues 200sqm of floorspace or larger subject to density quotient of 1 per 4sqm up to 150 patrons. No group limit. OUTDOORS: Up to 300 patrons per venue outdoors, subject to density quotient of 1 per 2sqm. Total venue capacity cannot exceed 300 people including both indoor and outdoor spaces. Food courts: Indoor: Limited to the lesser of 50 per cent of a venue’s fixed seating capacity or a density quotient (1 per 8sqm). Outdoor: Limited to 50 patrons per area subject to a density quotient of 1 per 2sqm. Each such area must be separated by 10 meters from the next. No more than 10 areas per facility to a maximum of 500 people Indoor religious gatherings and ceremonies: Cap of 150 with a density quotient of 1 per 4sqm. No group limit. Outdoor religious gatherings and ceremonies: Cap of 300 with a density quotient of 1 per 4sqm. No group limit. Either indoor or outdoor ceremony, not both at the same time COMMUNITY FACILITIES, including libraries and toy libraries: Indoor: Cap of 150 patrons with density quotient. Group limit of 20 patrons. Outdoor: Cap of 300 patrons with density quotient. Group limit of 50 patrons. Community venues: Cap of 150 patrons with density quotient. Group limit of 20 patrons Recommendation; that no more than 5 people per space singing or using wind instruments for amateur groups. Persons necessary to conduct activities (such as the person running a class) excluded from this limit.

03.01.2022 The Pay it Forward Table has been topped up. Take what you need. Egg, fruit, veg, bread, buns, milk, sugar, tea, pasta and sauces. This food is provided free o...f charge and you are welcome to take what you need. If you do leave a donation in our little tin, Wendy collects it when Im not here and it all goes back in to buy more food. We all need to take care of each other. Oh and if you want you can add items of produce or food to help a neighbour..... thats what pay it forward is all about. Cheers everyone and have a great weekend. See more

03.01.2022 PAY IT FORWARD TABLE TOPPED UP TODAY. PLENTY OF FRUIT FOR THE KIDS.PAY IT FORWARD TABLE TOPPED UP TODAY. PLENTY OF FRUIT FOR THE KIDS.

02.01.2022 PAY IT FORWARD TABLE GCH is happy to continue with this service as it has little to no contact. The food provided comes from a few donations and what we buy from local stores. We hope it has been of a help to you. Its not meant to replace your weekly shop but to help you if you are running short and it saves you a trip into town. ... If you need more assistance with food than is offered at the table, please contact me as we do have more resources within the house. (Frozen meals and groceries). We here at GCH are trying our best to reduce your risk of contracting COVID 19. So, if or when you are doing shopping for yourself, you may like to grab an extra can or packet of something to add to the table. Every items helps and may be of a benefit to one of your neighbours or a friend. This is where the saying,"We are all in this together", really means something. Personally, I am very proud to be involved with a community that cares about each other as you do.

02.01.2022 I am loving hearing the laughter and chatter from across the road at Abby's Coffee Cart. It is turning into a fabulous spot for people to catch up, even if only for 5 minutes. Go Abby, Go Gormandale.

02.01.2022 We have put out some extra books for you

01.01.2022 Bunnings have been very generous to the GCH. They have donated bags of groceries for the community pantry as well as the proceeds from their staff raffle. And ...then on top of all that, they have donated $500 towards the kids play ground revamp. Thank you Bunnings, we really appreciate your assistance. And a great big shout out of thank you to Jess Amy the community activities officer. Woo hoo, you rock Jess. See more