Welcome to the March 2026 edition of the Milang Community News.
I can’t believe that it’s been 4 years since the invasion of the Ukraine by Russia, who would have thought that it would still be happening. The thought of all of the innocent souls who have lost their life saddens me deeply.
Watch out for the gorgeous Harmony Week banner that will be adorning MOSHCC between the 16th—20th March, the ‘Yarning group’ have been very busy—see page 7 for more detail.
The Milang Easter Market is quickly approaching (Easter Saturday 4th April), if you would like to have a stall please contact me—see page 9 for more detail.
Please stay safe and have a great month.
Cheers
Cathy Fish
editor@milang.org.au
- Poet’s Corner – January 2026
Rhythm of Life Interrupted Jill Wherry These days I am often alone.No … - 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 …
Chairperson’s Monthly Report January 2026
The monthly MADCA Committee meeting was held on Thursday 26th of February 2026 with seven in attendance and two apologies. One Committee position remains vacant for your nomination.
Lakes Home Care (LHC) Manager Annie Whyte presented the monthly clinical report and introduced a newly appointment Enrolled Nurse Leeta to the team – welcome. Annie also spoke of the setting of the strategic direction, the monitoring of clinical performance and outcomes and ensuring workforce competency and the scope of practice continue as a priority. Induction protocol / procedures for new LHC clients to be reviewed.
MADCA CEO Stuart Jones presented his monthly report: –
Alia Al-Humaidahi has been appointed as admin/PA – welcome.
Finance Officer Cheryl Norton will be working remotely for a while.
Facilities: -First Aid Kit and Butter Factory Food Safety Documentation audits are underway.
Four casual kitchen hands continue to rotate Butter Factory (BF) kitchen shifts with volunteer coordination support continuing. Placement of BF Kitchen Supervisors position continues to be a high priority.
Renovation of the Youth Hub to commence in March 2026. Builder and Electrician have been appointed.
New MOSHCC 5 year lease from Minister of Education to proceed.
MOSHCC proposal for the continuation of the Milang Community Garden to be communicated to council.
The Butter Factory mobile phone is now up and running – 0480 512 457
Butter Factory regular music events, Pizza nights (2nd and 4th Friday in the month) and monthly Open Mic nights have been well attend. Expansion of music events under consideration as part of the Butte Factory Business Plan.
Grant Exploration:-Dept of Social Services via Federal MLA Rebekka Sharkie was successful—Purchase of Computer equipment and mobile phones for LHC vehicles to be initiated.
Grain Corp $20K for Community infrastructure /cultural story telling -BF water tank mural by indigenous artist Cedric Varcoe—Application underway.
Mary McKinlay $5K-Increasing indigenous knowledge and promoting leadership -Underway
SA Water $10K – Irrigation upgrades for Community Garden-Application underway
Volunteer and Community Development: 2025 Final Volunteers Hours 11,734 hours now confirmed. An extraordinary community effort across all programs. 5 New Volunteers registered—welcome.
Upcoming events: Harmony Week Luncheon in the ACE Space Friday 20th March and volunteers Luncheon in the ACE Space Friday 22nd May. Next MADCA Public Meeting -Milang Institute Thursday 26th March 2026@ 6.30pm.
Treasurer Karen Burkinshaw presented the monthly MADCA financials. MADCA Accounting review underway in conjunction with MADCA CEO.
Vice Chairperson Mike Galea reported on BF Business Plan progress for communication to BF Steering Committee along with preparation of BF Financial /Cost Benefit Analysis in conjunction with MADCA CEO Stuart Jones and Treasurer Karen Burkinshaw.
Community Gardens representative/MADCA Committee person reported that Community Garden members have been informed as to new Council lease and reported that investigation are underway towards the reduction/reliance on water usage.
Motion put to change the name of Milang Community News to Milang and District Community News to better represent the broader Communities of Ashbourne, Clayton Bay, Finniss, Strathalbyn and Langhorne Creek deferred until the next Public meeting Thursday 26th March 2026 @ 6.30pm.
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 …
· Lifeline: 13 11 14 · Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636 · Suicide call back: 1300 659 467 · Living beyond Suicide: 1300 761 193 · Men’s Health Line: 1300 789 …
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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