Welcome to the BUMPER December 2025 edition of the Milang Community News.
Hasn’t the year flown by!!!
I can’t believe that it’s December already and Christmas is upon us. Just a reminder that our Xmas Lights competition closes on the 12th December, please see page 4, we have some fantastic meal vouchers as prizes from some of our local restaurants, who I would like to thank very, very much.
On Sunday 21st December, there will be Christmas Carols (by various artists) and an afternoon of fun at the Butter Factory between 1-4pm. There will be activities for the children plus a Lucky Dip as well, please see page 6 for further details.
Whatever Christmas means to you, I really hope you have a peaceful and special day.
Please stay safe, enjoy the sunshine and have a great month.
Cheers
Cathy Fish
editor@milang.org.au
- Remembrance Day 2025
The 11th November was a cool and breezy day, but there was … - Poet’s Corner – December 2025
What Am I? Lindsay Jane Doley I welcome hundreds of peoplefrom all … - ALREADY READ BOOKS
In late July, Dave, pictured, dropped into ARB just for “a look”. … - AUGUST YARNING
Like CHRISTMAS In July whenLyn delivered these sacks full of warm woolie … - SALA at Clayton Bay 2025
Goolwa Wildlife Welfare Org. kindly loaned some bird costumes for photo opportunities.There … - Road Trip to Milang by Erica Dicker
The following story was sent in by a Goolwa resident, Erica Dicker, … - WE DID IT!!
(Story taken from the Facebook Post on the Milang (SA) Community group … - Poets Corner – September 2025
Storm Power Susan Thrun Willett Wind whistles through hollow logs where sugar … - Karyn and John Bradford Life Membership of MADCA
It is my pleasure as the incoming Chairperson to announce that Karyn … - Milang Soldiers Memorial Gardens Rosemary Hedge Maintenance
The following email was received at MOSHCC on the 11th June 2025 … - MILANG CAMPUS – Eastern Fleurieu School—NAIDOC week
Students at Milang enjoyed a visit from Kondoli the Whale as part … - MOSHCC Reception
You may have noticed by now that the MOSHCC reception has been … - MILANG PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP
Hello everyone The recent photography classes held were a great success!I’m hoping that … - Vale Victor Woodrow
Victor Woodrow passed away on the 13th July, 2025 aged 95 years.Victor … - Peots Corner – August 2025
The Truck Driver Martin Leitch A truck driver is made of grease … - Stickybeaks visit the Museum
Well the third Tuesday in the month comes around quickly and the … - JUST YARNING
Recruiting young…. Denises’ daughter, Nina and granddaughter Michelle dropped in to Yarners … - MILANG CAMPUS – Eastern Fleurieu School — Reconciliation Week
During Reconciliation week the students enjoyed a whole school activity where they …
MADCA quarterly Public Meeting was held on Thursday 27th of November 2025 at the Milang Institute.
Kylie Markow Alexandrina Council Community Development Officer and Milang Youth Hub Volunteer Katie Whittham provided an update of local youth activities and the exciting developments planned for the Youth Hub following the success in securing the $100,000 Impact 100 award which will fund a much needed upgrade to the old Clubhouse facilities.
MADCA CEO Stuart Jones confirmed approval of a $2000 SA Government grant to fund AED Defibrillator unit installation at the Milang Institute and The Youth Hub along with a commitment by the Eastern Fleurieu School at Milang to donate an AED Unit to be installed at the Butter Factory.
In addition, Stuart has been successful in securing a $2340 SA Govt. Social Impact grant to install temporary fruit tree Bird netting at the Community Garden with a more permanent solution to be coordinated by Community Garden volunteer Alan Burkinshaw in conjunction with JB”s Butter Factory maintenance crew into the new year.
We now have 92 Volunteers registered. Volunteer Co-ordinator Vicki Schmidt (8537 0687) will welcome your contact if you would like to join. Exciting news, Vicki’s role is to be expanded to incorporate the role of Community and Neighbourhood Development Officer to facilitate numerous Milang Old School House Community Centre (MOSHCC) activities. Our Volunteers Christmas Luncheon at the Butter Factory is scheduled for the 12th of December 2025.
Good news. Our Monthly newsletter is now distributed to over 500 email recipients.
If you are not receiving your free copy, please contact MOSHCC reception (8537 0687) and nominate your email contact details. Hard copies will continue to be available @ $2.50 to cover printing costs.
Milang Butter Factory Live music, 1-4pm every alternate Sunday has been well attended. The recent introduction of Friday night Open Mike Muso’s/Pizza sessions the second Friday in the month are also proving to be popular.
Family Carols in the Butter Factory are scheduled for Sunday 21st of December 2025, 1-4pm with children’s activities planned.
We now have an out of hours contact number 0408512457 for Butter Factory bookings.
Treasurer Karen Burkinshaw’s presentation of a consolidated October 2025 P & L was accepted.
Lakes Home Care clients have now successfully transitioned to the new Federal Govt. Support at Home program which took effect 1st of November 2025. Congratulations to the Lakes Home Care staff for the professional manner that they have managed this transition.
Please note that Milang Old School House Community Centre will be closed between the 19th of December 2025 and the 5th of January 2026.
On behalf of the MADCA Committee we extend to you our best wishes for a safe and happy festive season ahead.
Kind regards
Wayne Footer
MADCA Chairperson
Address – Milang Oval, Milang rd Strathalbyn, SA 5256Phone – 08 8537 0017 PresidentPhone – 0437 800 811 PresidentPhone – 0438 843 367 SecretaryMail – …
Unfortunately we have not had enough produce to keep the cart full of a good variety of veggies and fruit during the past few months. …
POSITION SPECIFICATION Position Title: Driver – Centre vehicle Type of Appointment: Voluntary Time Commitment: As negotiated with Coordinator Position Objectives: • Provide safe transport for …
MILANG FOOTBALL CLUBWe’re on the lookout for new, returning, and past players of all ages and skill levels!Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, we …
Keep Active … Stay StrongStrength and BalanceTuesdays from 10—11am atThe ACE SPACE at the MOSHCCA weekly one-hour exercise class using gentle and controlled movements to …
Tai Chi resumes on Wednesday October 23rd after a 3 week break.Tai Chi is a quiet investment in oneself, in improving our feeling of health, …
Join us on the 4th Monday of the month from 2pm in the ACE Space at MOSHCC to share some movie watching time together. You …
What is VACSWIM (vacswimsa.com.au)Empowering children through water: VACSWIM, a flagship initiative supported by the South Australian Government and solely administered by Surf Life Saving SA, equips children aged 3 …
Church Of Christ, corner of Watson & Coxe Streets , Milang Enquiries—Peter Wilson 0407 607 638Sunday Service 9:30amFriendship & Craft at the Church Hall—Wednesday 10:00am—12:00 …
Our Playgroups cater to families with children from birth to 5 years. Attendance is FREE. Milang Playgroup is run every Tuesdaymorning during the school term …
Line Dancing at the Milang Institute Hall on Tuesdays from 1.00—2.30pm $5.00 All welcome
This is an open invitation to anyone who may be interested in coming to our card afternoons every Tuesday at the Community Centre. Time is from …
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The opening times for The Trading Hut is when our Flag is flying: –Wednesday and Saturday 9am until MiddayThese times may change depending on volunteer …
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