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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 to 12 with essential skills to thrive in the water.Through engaging lessons during the December and January school holidays, VACSWIM fosters:Water safety awarenessConfidence in the aquatic environmentCompetency in swimming techniquesEssential personal survival skillsUnderstanding of basic aquatic emergency proceduresVACSWIM empowers young learners to enjoy the water responsibly and develop the knowledge and skills to navigate aquatic environments with confidence. As an extension of the VACSWIM program we offer programs for participants 13 to 15 years to take part in the extension programs, Water …

THE GRIERSONS by Alvyn Hopgood Mr Magnus Grierson was quite a prominent man in the Milang district. His home was situated on a double block that ran from Watson Street through to Stirling Street. Dentists have always been feared, but not so much Mr Grierson was known as the local practitioner in this field. His main job was extracting teeth without anesthetic.On one occasion, my Aunty May, Mrs Harry Woodrow (nee Overall), was having a hard time with tooth-ache, so she went to Mr Grierson for help. I never heard whether she went alone or in company, but apparently, she …

The Milang Bowling Club celebrated the 2024-2025 Season Open Day on Saturday 31 August with a competitive friendly fours event and a sausage sizzle. In windy conditions, Club President Brian Patterson welcomed the large group of players and spectators and introduced new members and players: Arnold Bogusz, Paul Whitham-Richmond, Jenny Barton, Bev Mullins, Peter & Colleen Jacobs, Kym & Julie Whitcher. The President expressed confidence for success in the regional competition with the Club’s teams strengthened by the inclusion of new members most of whom are experienced bowlers. Current Ladies and Men’s Club Champions Lee Robinson and Glenn Best rolled …

September 2024 Another busy month on the weekends, despite some ‘pretty ordinary’ weather on some days making the Winter Warmer Platters a favourite. The Kitchen is operating well with a roster of ladies spreading the workload.During the month we had a couple of more donations of butter churns, one being a quite unusual type on its own stand, from John and Robyn Sutton of Finniss. Another little project we completed was the resurrection of Claude Sim’s little green trailer, it needed some new wheels to get it mobile and a light clean, really cute. We will use it to display …

by Alvyn Hopgood Gordon Coppins Gordon Coppins was general hand and assistant boiler operator to Jim Daniels. The boiler was used to power machinery and also for washing purposes and sterilising cans. Gordon was a big man who used to ride a bicycle to work with a motor bike seat fitted. Once at SAFU, Gordon fell into the milk trough near the weighing machine. A workmate had slipped an empty milk can in with the full ones, and, being much lighter, it caused Gordon to overbalance into the large open vat.When SAFU factory was closed in 1951, Gordon started a …

MILANG ENVIRONMENT CENTRE -corner of Weeroona Drive and Jupiter Street Milang.Ph:85370201 Email: milangenvironmentalcentre@gmail.comOPEN:10 AM – 4 PM WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY CULT DEVELOPING AT MEC Local recycling depot community service not-for-profit organisation the Milang Environment Centre (MEC) is trying to come to terms with a strange, cult-like development afflicting the volunteer team (aka ‘dinosaurs’). The focus of this unhealthy, odd obsession is the MEC crushing machine known as “The Depressor”. CULT AT MEC: MCN was reliably informed that the MEC volunteers may have developed an unhealthy fixation with the robust, green German-built 1991 IDEAL-WERK 6006 crushing machine. A volunteer who prefers …

Local residents will be familiar with the steam locomotive which is parked at the western end of the Railway Museum. It is a Fowler locomotive which was built in Leeds, UK, in 1927. It was delivered to the Racecourse sugar mill near Mackay in Queensland and worked there until 1963.The locomotive originally had a tender which carried the coal which was burnt in the locomotive firebox and the water which was pumped through to the boiler to create the steam. Unfortunately, that tender was scrapped in the 1980s. The locomotive was retired to a playground on the Mackay foreshore where …

Monthly Outing Report Hi Fellow Garden LoversSeptember 11th dawned fine with the promise of showers which are badly needed but not today thank you. Six members and a visitor from the UK set off, this was to be an easy day but with lots of climbing in and out of the bus. First stop was the Garden Depot at Mt Barker where there is always a good display of plants, containers etc. Margaret said she needed some large hanging baskets for her shade house, well here she got two nice ones almost too nice to put plants in.  I purchased a mature …

Eastern Fleurieu School Congratulations to all of the students at the Milang Campus for a wonderful night of drama, dance, music and art at the annual Spring Concert and Art Exhibition. Held in the Milang Institute the students performed ‘Snow White and her fabulous friends’ and ‘The Real story of the Big Bad wolf’ having learnt all their lines throughout the term and made their own props and costumes. This was followed by the Choir and then a variety of dances the students had choreographed themselves. Families were then invited to view the range of artworks produced by the students throughout …

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The third Tuesday in September saw the intrepid Stickies venture forth to explore the southern Fleurieu Peninsular, a local spot we haven’t been to for a while. With several not having been to this part of our state we headed out to the morning tea spot at the trail head for the Talisker mine near Silverton just south of Delamere. The mine discovered in 1862 by John McLeod employed Cornish miners to work the silver lead ore. The trail to the mine is about a two hour return walk and is steep in places so we decided to just have …

Lake Alexandrina Mavis Lang 1.Winter cataracts cloud the lake’s eye the arc of a great egret a blink in the mist.The lake holds its riddle close, elusive as old man congolli and shy banjo frog.Its rhythm sings in swaying reeds rattling their papery brown tips – the lake’s eyelashes flittering. 2.Take your history book to the old jetty way beyond today’s stumpy stroll,to paddle steamers and sweating bullocks; see Nugget the draught horseplodding beside an elegance of broderie anglaise long dresses, waist coasts, fob watches, felt hats.Then gaze back from these riffled scenes to a bark canoea spear-straight driver paddling …

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The Milang Bowling Club has been busy during winter with greenkeeper extraordinaire Greg Bowen overseeing repairs and maintenance to the facility while continuing upgrade work on both the club bowling Greens which have been closed all winter. The main A-Green was cored and top-soiled in June and is now looking very nice. Club members are enthusiastic about bowling on the upgraded surface when the green is reopened. The B-Green is also looking very good after a lot of tender loving care administered by the greenkeeper. MBC Greenkeeper Greg Bowen was a finalist for the Bowls SA Volunteer Green Keeper of …

The Butter Factory has been open each weekend come rain, hail or shine with some great events during August. The Fleurieu Food Festival with Manu was a great success. Sixty guests enjoyed a bush food dinner of many dishes on beautifully decorated tables. The wines were supplied by Kimbolton from Langhorne Creek with a selection to suit each dish served. We also had on stage Outback Overdrive to provide a big range of music for our listening pleasure. We were waited on hand and foot and everyone had a great night.Another event during the month was the Cellar Treasures weekend, …

THE RANKIN FAMILY by Alvyn Hopgood Not much has been written about the Rankin family of Milang. Charles Gavin (Guy) Rankin and his wife Eleanor lived on the west corner of Coxe and Watson Streets. Guy had a garden block on the north corner of Coxe and Stirling Streets, supplied by a windmill and tank. Guy and Eleanor had four children: Doris (who became Mrs Box), Claude, Ern and Gavin.Guy’s main employment was on farms in the district and he may have also helped on the river trade. They were a quiet couple and were very well respected. When I …

by Alvyn Hopgood Graham Eatts Graham Eatts worked for Arch Scott, who had the contract with SAFU to pick up milk from farmers in the district then deliver it to Milang Butter and Cheese Factory. This was in the 1940s. Graham also delivered coal to the factory from the railway trucks at the Milang Station to be used for the boiler. And Graham picked up and carted stumps – mallee – from around the area. These were used to fire the boiler. Graham’s father, Ron Eatts, built the large cement round tank in the north corner of the block in …

Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.  A lot can happen in a year, a month, a week.  Whether it’s your friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about go through life’s ups and downs every day.By having regular, meaningful conversations, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.So whilst R U OK?Day on Thursday September 12 is our National Day of Action, we encourage you to Ask R U OK? Any Day of the year because a conversation could …

MILANG ENVIRONMENT CENTREcorner of Weeroona Drive & Jupiter Street MilangP O Box 338 Milang SA 5256 Ph:85370201E: milangenvironmentalcentre@gmail.comOPEN: 10 AM – 4 PM WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY ANCIENT MACHINERY AT MEC MCN items about MEC have focused on the people who operate our local recycle centre and rightly so because they are ALL volunteers. This issue September 2024 however features the aging machinery used by the valiant volunteer team that enables MEC to function. Just like most of the volunteers who are affectionately known as ‘dinosaurs,’ the machinery, plant, and equipment at MEC is old and tired. Nevertheless, despite the many …

AT THE REVOLUTION MOTOR MUSEUM The Revolution Motor Museum situated at Mypolonga holds a selection of very unusual motor vehicles, so we decided that this would be a great place to ‘Stickybeak’.The 10-seater bus for this trip filled up quickly for the 3rd Tuesday of August, but on the morning of departure we were advised that three ‘Stickybeakers’ couldn’t make it leaving only 7 to go and explore.Arriving at Murray Bridge we pulled into the Rocky Gully Wetlands parking area for our usual cuppa and biscuits. Booked for a 10.30am visit at the Aussie Apricots outlet owned and operated by Kathy and …

monthly outing report Hi fellow gardenersWould you believe it, I am actually handwriting this report as my computer has gone on strike, so back to pen and paper (subsequently typed up by the editor).Well back to the report, the 16th August dawned cool but fine with rain promised so we all left with jackets etc. which we did not use, in fact we all asked Peter to turn the air conditioner on as we became too warm.This trip was usually a marathon of five nurseries but we decided to split it into two trips with the addition of a new …

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The Milang Men’s Shed is now opening for residents of Milang and surrounding districts to attend and try their hand at metalwork or woodwork. Plans are to open from 10am to 12 noon on Wednesday and maybe on Thursday after the Men’s Health Barbecue at 12 noon .It is operated as a club and all members are there to help and assist each other, or if you wish you can work by yourself.The main aim is to provide an equipped workshop where community members can socialise and work on projects for themselves or others. It will foster a sense of …

Over the autumn/winter season our wonderful volunteers have been serving a tasty lunch of soup and desserts each Friday for lunch. With two soup choices each week, there are not many varieties of soup that we haven’t been able to try plus some delicious desserts. Starting in September, the volunteers will continue to provide lunch. Soups will be replaced by a main course (including a vegetarian alternative) each week, plus dessert. The cost will be $12. It will be the same cost for everyone, payable on the day. There will be a cap on the number of people that are …

A Raffia Basket Making workshop on Saturday at MOSHCC and a Lino Print workshop at Lakeside Butter Factory on Sunday certainly got the creative juices flowing in Milang.  Our talented presenters Danielle from Creative Raffia and artist and print maker Mary Pulford, led the workshops making small baskets and lino prints.  You can see some of the fantastic results in the photos below.  Our participants were all inspired with newly learnt skills, baskets and prints to take home.

It is my pleasure to have recently joined the MADCA team based at MOSHCC as the Volunteer Coordinator. Passionate about Community, I enjoy assisting people holistically to empower themselves to achieve their true work life and volunteering goals. I’m not a Milang local, however MOSHCC is a place I’ve always felt I can call home. Having completed my Cert IV studies in Community Development, Community Services and Training & Assessment here back in 2012, I soon learned MOSHCC was a place filled with much warmth & support. Having grown up in Goolwa on the weekends and holidays, I’ve now been …

Southern Storms Amanda Solly When great round clouds siton the horizonlike swollen purple bruisesthat squash the ocean flat When the wind hidesand the air becomes thickand moist When the seagulls go inlandand call out from the plainsthe locals know its time Time to close the windowsand bring in the dogbecause southern stormsare comingto crash on the shorein dumping deluges. The Wardrobe Erica Dicker The wardrobe stands waiting for me.Huge, dark, foreboding, waiting. Why?As I turn the key and open the door,air-filled memories engulf me.Memories of Mom come flooding back. Capacious handbags that held her life.The overwhelming odour of Craven A …

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The busy cafeteria section of the Milang Historic Railway Museum is operated every Sunday by a volunteer team who undertake a range of tasks to ensure the customers enjoy good service and quality café food and beverages. A highly valued member of the railway cafeteria volunteer team, on duty every Sunday from 12 noon until 4 pm, is a quiet young lady named Jemmison.  Known affectionately to her volunteer colleagues as “Jem”, the young volunteer is being mentored and trained by the very experienced Norma Faulkner. Jem lives on a four-hectare property located between Strathalbyn and Milang. She shares the …

The secret is out and so are the “Wonderful Women of Wisdom” otherwise know as the WOW Group operating out of the MOSHCC in Milang. 

Dust off your dancing shoes and warm up your vocal cords. ‘ It Takes Two’ is a captivating musical journey through beloved duets that has audiences singing and dancing in the aisles. Starring the captivating husband-and-wife duo of Rohan Watts and Melanie Smith, this powerhouse show whisks you away on a timeless adventure. From the soulful harmonies of Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell to the playful charm of Sonny & Cher and the country twang of Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton, ‘It Takes Two’ celebrates the magic of two voices blending in perfect harmony. Friday 16 August, 2 pm $20 …

at the Milang Oval Grounds is open every Sunday afternoon  from 1:00—4:00pm.  We are open for groups on other days, by appointment. The Historical Society has been making steady progress with the setting up of our new exhibits. Our volunteers had to move everything out, section by section, for new concrete floors and for the lining of walls in the museum. It has been a big job, but we are pleased to say we are open again to the public and getting good feedback from visitors. Please come and have a look at our new displays.  Entry is by gold …

ROLAND COOPER   &   MAY NOLES by Alvyn Hopgood

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Full steam ahead! Friends of PS Oscar W signs leases with Council Thursday 18 July 2024  In a milestone event for the heritage-listed PS Oscar W, Alexandrina Council has signed three leases with the Friends of the Oscar W to formally hand over the day-to-day operations of the historic paddle steamer. The Friends of the Oscar W is an incorporated body of multi-skilled volunteers who maintain, operate and crew this steam-powered, wood-fired paddle steamer that was originally built for river trade in 1908 and is now a Council owned asset. They have operated the paddle steamer and a portion of …

The Butter Factory is happy to welcome David and Sue Haeusler from Kanotree Wines, they will be operating their cellar door for tastings and sales on weekends from 11am till 4pm. Their official opening will be on the Cellar Treasures weekend of the 9th., 10th. 11th.of August. With the onset of the winter months it’s a little unpredictable as to how many visitors we will be seeing to the now open on weekends cafe, the Factory with the just opened Kanoetree Wines cellar door and of course Already Read Books. One of the challenges we face is providing a warm …

MILANG ENVIRONMENT CENTRE –corner of Weeroona Drive and Jupiter Street Milang. Ph: 85370201Email: milangenvironmentalcentre@gmail.comOPEN: 10 AM – 4 PM WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY MNC INTERVIEWS NEW MEC VOLUNTEERAnyone who uses the services provided by Milang Environmental Centre knows that the wonderful volunteer team at the local recycle depot has traditionally consisted of men i.e., male ‘dinosaurs.’ Not anymore! MEC recently welcomed new volunteer Sharon Parker a resident of Finnis, an energetic woman with a sense of adventure. Sharon admits sheepishly to being born in the UK but seeks credibility because she moved to Australia in 1988 and has enjoyed living in …

July 2024 In the 1960s there were just five trains a week to Milang. Each one consisted of a Brill railcar, for the passengers, pulling one or two vans for freight. That freight comprised of incoming supplies for the township and the properties around the lakes. On the return journey, fish, cereals, dairy products and other produce was carried for the Adelaide market. There was no refrigeration so, if it was a hot day and the train was delayed, then the produce was ruined and the local producers we’re very unhappy. The Brill railcar car was nicknamed Barwell Bull, Barwell …

To: Committees and MembersFrom: Stuart Jones, CEO Date: 26 June 2024Subject: 2024 Committee NominationsPlease pick up from MOSHCC a Committee Nomination Information and the Committee Member Nomination Form for the 2024Milang and District Community Association Inc (MADCA) Committee election.Nominations are called for positions of President, Secretary, Vice President and Treasurer (one year term) and 4 vacancies for committee members (two year term). Remaining on the committee for a further year s are Ash Stuart & Wayne Footer.Role descriptions for each position are attached. The nominations process is detailed in the attached information.Nominations: Please note:A retiring office bearer shall be eligible …

Outgoings and Incoming and other goings on this month have made time flyby.  After delivering 6 sets of Blankets to Foundation 1, Lyn received a call from the organisation in Mt Barker to thank Just Yarning for our generous and needy donations.  Lyn also delivered to The Uniting Church in Mt Barker 6 sets of blankets and again they were very appreciative. It’s really satisfying to us knowing that our time spent knitting, crocheting, chatting and having cake and coffee at Milang Mini Mart every week is appreciated. 

This month of July the Sticky Beaks bus left the Mosh at 09.00 in cold damp weather conditions.With10 Sticky Beaks aboard we headed off via Mt Barker and the Freeway, destination being Port Adelaide.A couple of Crows supporters on board (including me) were a little apprehensive  about traveling  into enemy territory.A couple of Port supporters  were excitingly  chatting away about how great their AFL team was going in this year’s competition.The chest beating soon stopped when I (the driver) pulled off the road into a safe parking area city side of the Heysen tunnels for our coffee  break and a stretch of …

Hi fellow gardener’s I’m back,  a little rest from Doctor’s appointments for us at the moment but others were not so lucky, one member sick, others with doctor’s appointments, but we had an almost full bus with a returned member and a visitor, hope Pam will join us again. This trip was a long one as we went to Virginia, always a favourite with many items from gifts to Lavenders and Kangaroo Plants to Orchids joining us on the bus. After a light lunch which varied from cheese cake and coffee to a shared bowl of wedges we left for …

Saturday  27th July saw a group of 12 led by talented local Robyn Shearer, start to learn the art of rag rug making. Ripped up sheets have been turned into the beginnings of rugs.There was lots of laughter, learning, making (and undoing) throughout the morning. There was a nice morning tea with an extra cake to celebrate a birthday in the group. If you are thinking about learning new arts, crafts and skills keep an eye out for the MOSHCC program to see what is coming up. Robyn has offered to do another Rag Rug workshop later in the year, perhaps you might …

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CLAUDE AND PHYLLIS SIM by Alvyn Hopgood Claude Sim was born in ‘Kyangi’, just over the Victorian border, in 1919. His wife Phyllis (nee Hall) was born in 1921 at Milang. Claude’s early years were often spent at Ashbourne, with his uncles, working in the apple orchards for the Meyers. Claude played a few cricket matches for Ashbourne prior to WWII, then he enlisted and served five years overseas.  Claude met Milang girl Phyllis Hall who served in the Australian Women’s Land Army at various locations around South Australia, mainly working on farms. Claude and Phyl married in the 1940s …

On Sunday June 30th, Milang CFS, welcomed the local community to their Station. Clayton CFS members joined in and brought their truck, as did SA Ambulance Service.  The sun shone, despite earlier rain and around 60 people attended the Open Day and enjoyed a sausage sizzle and specially iced CFS cupcakes. It was great to see families with young children attend, with youngsters enjoying sitting in the trucks and ambulance, and meeting and hugging Smokey the giant Koala.  Children gathered around the clubroom table to do some great colouring in, while adults mingled and shared stories.  The aim of the …

A Mother’s Thoughts Jackie Fairlie When the unrest is over…Who will blossom from the damage inflicted?Who will whisper the words that remove despair?Who will rebuild the same that was torn down?Who will again have the right to copythe revolving door we continue to accept?Who will deliver the simple love?Who will kneel down and hug the child in the dirt?How will we look up and see in a million starsthat the earth is our magical planet harbouring our souls?Who will grow small sustainable crops that feed without waste?We keep walking under the ladder of power.Isn’t that bad luck? Solitary Confinement Sarah …

We are excited to welcome Dave Freeman back to Oasis Gardens Restaurant for his OMG Neil Diamond sounds like ME show! Saturday the 21st September. 6pm arrival. 2 course Chef prepared Dinner. $75.00pp Telephone Chris on 8536 4815 to book your seats. (Full payment required at time of booking)  726 Langhorne Creek Road, Belvedere 52558536 4815www.ogfc.com.auEmail: info@ogfc.com.auOpen Thur, Fri, Sat 9am—3pm & 6pm-LateSun 9am 3:30pm

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With new ownership and a fresh renovation, The Shore Motel Milang welcomes you to relax beside Lake Alexandrina. Stay in our standard rooms for a comfortable and affordable experience or upgrade to our beautifully styled deluxe rooms for a little extra luxury. Escape the crowds in summer, The Shore is equally cosy for a relaxing winter getaway by the water. Book now at www.theshoremotel.com.au or via phone on 8537 0556. The Shore Motel, 5 Daranda Tce Milang

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 availability. Milang Red Cross will celebrate 110 years of service to the community. On August 7th we will hold a Community Event at the Trading Hut to celebrate this with a free Sausage Sizzle, all welcome. We have a large array of Men’s, Women’s and Children’s clothes, Bedlinen, Children’s Books and Assorted Toys, all are welcome to come and browse. Nothing is over $20.If anyone in need of clothing at any time, please Contact Bec …

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The Milang Historic Railway cafeteria is operated by a wonderful team of volunteers who give their time, energy and personal resources so that the museum can offer visitors simple, quality café food and beverages. One of these unsung volunteer heroes is the quiet and very low-profile Harold Fellows. Harold is usually to be found in the kitchen section of the cafeteria railway car busily feeding plates, cups and utensils into the dishwasher machine.   It is a tough gig for Harold as the rest of the railway cafeteria volunteer team are all women with a tendency to talk non-stop while they …

MEDIA RELEASES Council listens to community – cuts capital projects and reduces rate rise 25 June 2024 Alexandrina Council has responded to community concerns regarding the proposed rate rise by reducing operating expenses by around $270,000 and cutting a proposed 8.3 per cent rate rise to 7.9 per cent as part of its endorsed Annual Business Plan and Budget for 2024/25. At a Special Budget Council Meeting last night, Council Members also removed or delayed more than $2.3 million worth of capital expenses and resolved not to proceed with the additional rate rise of 1.25 per cent to deliver the …

Packed to the rafters 120 patrons enjoyed the classic harmony of “THE SHERRAH’S and brilliant guitar picking by Anthony.  Jessie She our guest artist performed some classic songs and a few of her own songs.  A great afternoons entertainment. Our volunteers did a sterling job in the new venue thanks to June, Renee, Lorraine, Wayne, Lyn, Jean and Glenis, Neil and Sue and Gerry for filling in on the BBQ. Susan B who had other commitments still made time to bake her delicious cakes and others who baked cakes etc, Thank You. The show a fundraiser for the Butter Factory …

MILANG ENVIRONMENT CENTRE –corner of Weeroona Drive and Jupiter Street Milang. Ph: 85370201Email: milangenvironmentalcentre@gmail.comOPEN: 10 AM – 4 PM WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY MEC SCRAP METAL RECYCLINGAn important service provided by the Milang Environmental Centre is the recycling of scrap metal. MEC does not charge a fee for residents to conveniently dispose of scrap metal objects. Consequently, an unsightly pile of scrap metal gradually accumulates at the MEC site directly opposite the main operations shed.On 8 April this year MEC arranged for the large scrap metal pile to be collected and disposed of by one of South Australia’s oldest and most …

Held on June 8th & 9th at the Milang Institute, The Earth, Wind and Fibre Fair was once again a great success! It was lovely to see so many people attending from far and wide. A big thank you to all the volunteers who made this event possible. And a very special thank you to Robyn Shearer for once again organizing the event. Thank you to the stall holders for showcasing their handmade creations which included lace making, basket weaving, needle felting, rug making, raffia work, wool spinning and embroidery. Thanks to Shirley Chaplain for organizing this year’s raffle. $1000 …

This month’s Sticky Beaks outing was an interesting one.After loading the bus with our coffee, tea and biscults and tasty cake slices kindly donated by Norman the 9 Sticky Beaks were ready for another adventure.We headed off this month to Mannum to explore the Paddle steamer called ‘PS MARION’. Upon arrival into Mannum we set up for a quick coffee and cake break before entering the Mannum Museum for a Sticky beak. Very interesting information and displays of Mannums past paddle steamers and written history and photos of their past floods. Next stop was ‘behind the scenes’ tour of the …

THE WHITE FAMILY by Alvyn Hopgood The White family were very respected in the Milang area. Ted White, a hard-working road contractor cracked stones to the approximate size of a cricket ball. He worked with heaps of much larger stones that were left in big piles along the sides of roads. They were then moved by hand to the middle of the roadway and rolled, crushed and levelled. Ted was also a wood cutter for the paddle steamers of the lake.The Whites were a large family. Ted and Mary’s sons were Bert, Vic, Harry, and Cecil, and their daughters, Vida, …

Alexandrina Council’s library depot in Milang is moving to the Milang Old School House Community Centre (MOSHCC) in the coming months. The relocation means residents can drop-off library items and pick-up on-hold resources during MOSHCC opening hours, Monday to Friday.Council’s library depot has been operating part-time out of a small room attached to the Milang Institute on Coxe Street for many decades. It is currently open 4.5 hours a week on Monday afternoons, 3pm to 5pm, and Friday mornings 9:30am to 12pm. The move has been prompted by recent concerns regarding the suitability of library facilities at the Institute. The …

Ode to my Toes Mavis Lang Like sleepy baby mice you restcosy in my nest of sock.Sometimes, you squirmand sweat under stress,other times you beg like dogsto be released on fresh green lawn.In your quest for freedom,you’ve thrust your horny spearsthrough sheets and shoes.But mostly, you are tame, patientand fall into line each morningto help me balance on life’s tightrope.You are never naughty, needy or loud,don’t clap or make rude signs like vulgar hands;you’re happy backstage. You ground meand I’ll always guard you from heels and hoovesfrom prickles, and thorns, and warts in locker rooms.And I’ll make sure to wiggle …

I want to introduce our newest team member to Milang & District Community Association, Shazz (Sharon) Weaver; she will work across all areas of the Community Centre as our Compliance Officer.Shazz has a wealth of experience in Compliance and the Aged Care Sector.Shazz, a qualified trainer, will also conduct training sessions for our Staff, Volunteers, and support workers, enhancing their skills and knowledge.Shazz has hit the ground running and has been a breath of fresh air into the centre, bright, bubbly. Oh, and you can’t miss her as her hair has a purple tinge this week next week it could …

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During April In May Just Yarning celebrated our 2ndanniversary. We especially enjoyed a visit fromPeg (home knitter) who travelled from Hahndorf,with her granddaughter Kate. Not only Peg andKate but our eldest Yarner, the loveable Paulinemade time to pop in and join in the celebration.Cold mornings and night times are upon us againso if you, or someone you know would benefitfrom a warm blanket or scarf, gloves etc ring Lynon 0407 370 079If you have any wool to donate, drop into us atMilang Mini Mart where we meet each Thursdaymorning, or it can be left at Milang CommunityCentre. JM

Morning tea, fund raising and lots of fun were the ingredients for Milang Old School Houses Biggest Morning tea Cancer Council SA fundraiser.The Lakeside Butter Factory was buzzing with folk adorned in pearls, shawls, a bit of fake fur and olde worldy hats. The ladies, and some lads, dined on scones, petite sandwiches and more whilst sipping on tea and coffee.Games were played, never too old they say, and dollars were raised. All for a good cause. All up, $353.60 has been sent to Cancer Council SA.Huge thanks to the small team of volunteer organisers, the wonderful folk who came …

Walking around his workshop Colin pointed out and explained to us what goes where and what fits what. When he needs to make a part he makes two of because the vehicles are so rare.He can buy a track for a Sturt tank from America or sell a headlight from a LP2 Carrier to Bosnia. The passion this one man has and the patience is outstanding and we wondered how he fits so much into each and every day. Plus, Colin in his spare time plays bass guitar in a band called AXIS.Offering his BBQ so as we could cook …

Snails Jules Leigh Koch Snails go outin the rainwhen we come inGreyer than winter raindropsthey crossthe asphaltDamp receding fleshmoves with the slightnessof continental driftTrails betray themA visible fault lineTheir houses are quake proofEyes on stalksThey have few otherspecial effectsSnails live inrun-downneighbourhoodsAmong broken brickscracked flower potsTheir house interiorsare all different The Cow Margaret Gardner Her body is filled with the knowledge of agedusty white coat, speckled in greydark eyes filled with motherhood lovewith a face showing Solomon’s wisdom of oldthe sweetness of Ruth and resignation of Job.How was your life? I asked Ms Cowand waited impatiently for her reply.My Life? she …

May 8th dawned cool and misty so those attending were dressed with lots of layers to be removed as the day warmed up which it did. There were only six, and two of those were walking wounded, not moving far from the bus at the stops but enjoying the change of scenery and good company. Because of the three members missing through either sickness or appointments this meant we had lots of room.We were unable to go to our first usual stop on this trip as Hills herbs has closed for business but there are always others. First stop Mitre …

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