German Shepherd Dog Club of Victoria in Sale, Victoria | Community organisation

German Shepherd Dog Club of Victoria

Locality: Sale, Victoria

Phone: +61 400 354 020

Address: Punt Lane 3850 Sale, VIC, Australia

Website: http://gippsland.gsdcv.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Well 3rd time really is a charm. We finally got to hold our Branch AGM and elect our 2021 committee. We have some new faces on the committee, some people will depart for a well-earned break and others have either side stepped to a new role or continuing in their current job. Congratulations to those elected to the committee. New positions will be effective 21st March 2021 *Change of position BRANCH MANAGER - Ray Batchelor... ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER Katrina Binotto SECRETARY Trish Taylor (21 years continuous service in the role) TREASURER Daniel Binotto MEMBERSHIP OFFICER *Sharyn Thompson BREED AFFAIRS OFFICER Vacant CANTEEN OFFICERS *Wilma Bates & Deb Cullen EQUIPMENT OFFICERS *Paul Wiseman and Leonie Taylor GROUNDS MANAGER Frank Cullen PUBLIC DISPLAY COORDINATOR Anne Lee PUBLICITY OFFICER - *Carol Batchelor MAINTENANCE MANAGER - *Liv Frescura WEB PAGE MANAGER Rick Bradley FIRST AID OFFICERS *Tania Waixel & *Alicia Hart COMMITTEE MEMBERS - *Ina Schneider, *Alex Wright, *Jordan Duffy, Esther Dekkers CHIEF INSTRUCTOR Alan Purcell See more

24.01.2022 Wilma and Rosie are making the most of their time in lockdown by practicing their scent work. What’s everyone else doing with their dog while stuck at home waiting for the branch to open up again?

24.01.2022 One of the projects we are really proud to support is Story Dogs at Trafalgar Primary School Each week, Rick and his very friendly fur baby, Prada, volunteer th...eir time to make reading fun for children, so they become confident lifelong readers. Prada gets special training for the role and has the right personality to put the children at ease and still provide a responsive audience - you can see she really loves what she does! "When children read to a dog, the outcomes are amazing! It is a non-judgemental setting, the children's focus improves, their literacy skills increase and their confidence soars. The accepting, loving nature of dogs gives this program its magic and helps children relax, open up, try harder and have fun while reading to a friendly, calm dog." Find out more www.storydogs.org.au Thanks again to all our customers for banking with us so that we can give back to our communities in many ways. Pic clockwise: Rick, Kate, Alena and Prada. #gippsnews Story Dogs Warragul Drouin Gazette Trafalgar Community Notice Board

24.01.2022 HI everyone AT LAST the news you have all been waiting for. Today I received the final approvals for training to recommence at the Gippsland branch following the move to step 3 of the Government plan. There will be restrictions on the number of people in groups which we should be able to comply with by using our split training program that we were using after the last lock down. So here is a bit of information to get your started Reopening: Saturday 19th September ... Times: 10:00am 10:45am Puppy, Class 1 & Class 2 11:15 12:00 Class 3 & Class 4 *for the first week at least there is no scheduled tracking/nose work program Canteen will be closed until further notice Masks MUST be worn by everyone in accordance with Government requirements. NO MASK NO TRAINING. Please remember that with everyone wearing a mask your dog may react differently to its surroundings so it is more important than ever to follow the rules (Don’t approach a dog without asking the handler, keep your dog between 10-2 in front of you so you can see what they are doing, all dogs on lead at all times unless under the direction of an Instructor etc) If you have any questions please contact the Branch Manager

23.01.2022 Training will resume this Saturday 20th of February 10:00am for Puppy Class 1 & 2 10:50am 2021 Branch AGM ... 11:15 Class 3 & 4

23.01.2022 Due to current events and what has still been a busy off season, the decision has been made to remain closed for the rest of January and training will recommence on 1st of February. NOT on 11:1 as originally planned. Depending on Instructor availability Wednesday night training should start again either this week or next week. The working bee will also be postponed to a later date. ... To all those in fire affected areas please stay safe.

23.01.2022 Hi Gippslanders A reminder that there is no training tomorrow due to lockdown. However the branch manager will be at the club rooms from 10-11am for anyone who needs dog food or to pick up items that ordered equipment.

22.01.2022 There will be no training at Gippsland this weekend 27th March we will also be closed for the Easter weekend. Training will resume on the 10th of April.

21.01.2022 NO OBEDIENCE CLASSES THIS WEEK 21/11/20: due to limited instructor availability tomorrow as a result of the ZAP test ALL NORMAL CLASSES WILL BE CANCELLED. Members are encouraged to come and have a look at what is involved in a ZAP and join us for a BBQ lunch after but there will be no instructors available to take classes. Sorry for the short notice.

21.01.2022 Training will recommence tomorrow morning at 10am. Due the current government restrictions access to the club room will be restricted. The sign in table will be set up outside and Tea, Coffee and Soft Drinks will also be available for purchase. The toilet block will be open for use as normal. No dogs will be permitted under the covered area for health and safety reasons. Social distancing protocols will be in place and members are asked not to arrive before 9:30am to avoid unnecessary gatherings. If there are any questions, concerns or suggestions don’t hesitate to contact the Branch Manager.

21.01.2022 Reminder to all members that Royal Canin dog food is still available during the shut down by contacting the Branch Manager and arranging a time to pick it up.

17.01.2022 After warming up on the tracking we introduced some of the dogs to some scent work using the scent training stations and some birch they all picked it up very quickly. Now to refine those skills over the coming weeks.

17.01.2022 We have received confirmation from Royal Canin that there will be no shortage of stock as a result of the lockdowns soon to be enforced in Victoria. Dog food is considered an essential service and as a result the supply and delivery of Royal Canin will not be affected. If you need food for your dog please contact the branch manager and arrange a time to meet at the club rooms to pick it up.

16.01.2022 HI All As a result of Stage 3 restrictions being reinstated in regional Victoria, we have been forced to suspend our training program again. It is expected that the closure will last for at least 6 weeks, but we will monitor the situation and re-open as soon as we possibly can within the Government rules. Same as last time members will still be able to purchase Royal Canin and equipment from the branch. You will just need to contact the Branch Manager to arrange a time to me...et and pick it up. Your Instructors will remain contactable throughout the closure for any advice that you need about training and the welfare of your dog. We are already planning some instructional videos to post for members to help those who want some homework. They will hopefully start later this week. If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact the Branch Manager

16.01.2022 HI Everyone. Do to the changes in the social gathering and public spaces restrictions, we have had to make some changes to our weekly training program. As of this Saturday 27th of June our class training time will be split into 2 groups. Puppy, Class 1 & 2 will continue to train at 10am until 10:45am. ... Class 3 & 4 will now train from 11:15am until 12:00pm. We will continue to restrict access to the club rooms. There is to be no gathering or hanging around inside until further notice. As much as we love spending time with our members and having a chat we also ask that you don’t hang around for too long before or after your training session and maintaining the 1.5 meter physical distance must be adhered to. If we all stick to the rules things should run smoothly and we can enjoy our training as much as ever despite the disruptions. As always I’m happy to take questions and encourage constructive feedback

15.01.2022 The Bunnings BBQ is back and the GSDCV is first off the ranks. If you’re in Sale come down and grab a snag. There may even be a puppy hanging around looking for a pat.

14.01.2022 Members and guests of the Gippsland branch. A reminder that there will be no training on this weekend 6th of March due to the long weekend we will return the following week for training as normal.

13.01.2022 On a very wet Saturday a very informative talk from our Chief Instructor - Alan, on the early stages of puppy training with the help of 3 great puppies

11.01.2022 Due to the Stage 4 Lockdown the Gippsland Branch AGM has been postponed until next week subject to restrictions being lifted. If we are unable to meet next week the meeting will be held on the first week that we are able to open SATURDAY 20TH of FEBRUARY COMMENCING AT 10:50am GIPPSLAND BRANCH CLUB ROOMS

10.01.2022 Great to see everyone back at training this morning. Unfortunately we didn't get a quorum for our Branch AGM so under the club rules we have adjourned the meeting until next Saturday 27th February at 10:50am at the branch club rooms.

09.01.2022 Hi Gippsland Members and regular guests. Most of you would be aware of the changes to restrictions. The only way changes affect us is no requirement for masks on the ground provided you keep social distance. If you enter the club room you will be required to put on a mask. Despite the increase in numbers allowed on the grounds we will continue the split training times until at least the end of this year. ... Last day of training for the year will be 12th of December.

08.01.2022 Reminder to everyone that despite the branch being closed for training. Royal Canin is still available for purchase by contacting the branch manager and arranging a time to meet at the club rooms to pick it up.

07.01.2022 The Gippsland Branch will re-open for training on Saturday 6th of June. Training will commence at 10am as usual. The toilet block will be open however due to council regulations access to the club room will be restricted. Due to the restricted access to the room there will be more activities taking place outside and as a result dogs will not be allowed under the verandah area. Physical distancing procedures will be in place for the duration of training.... If you are feeling unwell you must not attend training. Show some consideration for other members and stay home. If you are in one of the high risk categories for contracting Covid 19 please consider whether you should be attending the branch. If anyone has any questions please contact the Branch Manager. Otherwise we will see you all next Saturday.

07.01.2022 A reminder to all that the branch WILL BE OPEN for training tomorrow. We will continue with the split training times to help manage the numbers on the ground in line with the Covid restrictions. Times: 10:00am 10:45am Puppy, Class 1 & Class 2... 11:15 12:00 Class 3 & Class 4, There will also be tracking training during the second session for anyone interested. If you are going to participate in tracking make sure you bring extra treats. Canteen remains closed until further notice Masks MUST be worn by everyone in accordance with Government requirements. NO MASK NO TRAINING.

07.01.2022 The Gippsland branch will not be affected by the return to Stage 3 Covid -19 Restrictions for some area's in Victoria. We will continue to operate on our current modified schedule with physical distancing protocols in place. Training times as follows 10:00 - 10:45 Puppy, Class 1 and Class 2 ... 11:15 - 12:00 Class 3 and Class 4 Royal Canin and Equipment are still available for purchase but the canteen will remain closed. Although we do enjoy your company we ask that members not hang around and socialise for too long after training to ensure we comply with the social/physical distancing requirements.

05.01.2022 The Gippsland branch of the GSDCV is open for business. We will still be training on Saturday’s starting at 10am. We ask people who do attend to practice the social distancing protocols recommended by the government. No food will be available from the canteen until further notice. If you are feeling unwell please take a couple of weeks off otherwise come and train your dog as normal.

05.01.2022 Congratulations to everyone who entered the ZAP today at Gippsland today. The first official ZAP to be held on Australian soil. Everyone who entered passed the test and should be very proud of yourself and your dog. A big thank you to our judges Alastair Henderson and Ian Urie and ZAP registrar Julie Urie for making the trek down to Sale to conduct the test. It is greatly appreciated and we were honoured to be first to host an official ZAP. To the people helping out behind the scenes a huge thank you. The day wouldn’t have happens we without your help.

03.01.2022 Hi all Training tomorrow, 1st August will be in as usual with Puppies, Class 1&2 in the first session starting at 10:00 followed by Class 3&4 after the break commencing at 11:15. Any additional activities such as tracking and nose work will be subject to instructor availability as determined by the Chief Instructor. There is no requirement for members to wear masks this week however people can wear one if they wish. Council have advised there are no changes to our building/g...rounds access as a result of the recent government announcements but we will need to comply with the requirement of wearing face coverings from Monday. That means when you arrive for training on Saturday 7th of August you will need to be wearing a mask unless you have a valid exemption as set by the DHHS. If you turn up with no mask and no exemption then you will be sent home. MASKS WILL NOT BE PROVIDED BY OR AVAILABLE AT THE BRANCH Finally a reminder to everyone that as much as we love seeing you all at training please remember to consider your own situation regarding whether you should be out in public at this time. If you are in a high risk group ask yourself if it’s worth the risk coming out especially in the cooler weather.

02.01.2022 Just a reminder for everyone the new split class times will remain in place until further notice. With the constantly changing health situation we can’t even estimate when things will return to normal. Puppy, Class 1&2 @ 10:00-10:45 Class 3&4 11:15 - 12:00... Equipment and Royal Canin are still available for purchase If you have any questions or concerns contact the Branch Manager

02.01.2022 One of the benefits of being in Gippsland is we can still train at the moment. Today we took the opportunity to get back into some tracking. Most of these dogs are on their first or second attempt at tracking. The puppies are only about 15weeks old and off to a great start. We’ll keep track of their progress as they go. Great job everyone.

01.01.2022 Some fine examples from Saturdays meeting

01.01.2022 WINNER of the most prestigious award that Gippsland branch presents the Techno Belle memorial trophy for 2019 is Rick Bradley and his dog Prada. The Techno Belle award is donated by Anne Lee and Liv Frescura in memory of their dog Bella who passed away last year. It is awarded to the member who actively participates in the positive promotion of the German Shepherd Dog in the community. Well done Rick and Prada

01.01.2022 Hi All It’s the message I’m sure you were all expecting but hoping it wouldn’t come so soon. As a result of the coronavirus and the public isolation rules being put in place by the government the Gippsland branch is closed effective immediately and until further notice. Please continue to train your dogs at home and as always, your dedicated instructors are contactable via the Facebook page for advice if required. For those who wish to purchase Royal Canin dog food it will ...still be available for purchase by contacting the Branch Manager and arranging a time to pick it up. Ray