Notes from your Mayor - Robyn Machin

This is my last week as Mayor of Strathbogie Shire - the role will pass to the new Mayor on 5 December at the Statutory Meeting. This is a public meeting at 6pm at Euroa Council Chambers.

I have been honoured to serve our community over the past two years as Mayor and have done my best in the many duties - the most important of which is in our community. I wish all a peaceful and happy Christmas.

Drought Feeding Workshops: 140 farmers attended workshops conducted by DPI and the Strathbogie Shire. Feedback has been outstanding from farmers who appreciated having access to a range of good people and information to help with this dry season ahead of us.

The workshops provided information on feeding sheep and cattle, stock containment to protect paddocks, what feed can be used and sourced, what to keep and what to sell and animal health. VFF, Robert Doolan-Centrelink, Carl Fraser from NE Agcare and the Hume Corridor Health Service all participated in the sessions.

Pool opening due 1 December: - Dust off your togs and get ready for a long hot summer by the pool - the VT Pool that is. The cheapest way to enjoy the pool is by purchasing a season pass.

Season Tickets	or Daily Entrance
Family $80	Adult $5
Adult $55	Student $3
Student $35	School Groups $3
Children under 5 years FREE

Opening Hours:
Normal weekday/weekend opening hours 1:00pm - 7:00pm
During School Holidays 12:00 noon to 7:00pm

* Pool closing times may be extended past 7:00pm during periods of extreme heat.

* Pool will be closed on Christmas Day and may be closed during periods of adverse weather conditions or minimal patronage.

Shire Office Holiday: Office closure from 12:00 noon on Friday 22 December 2006, to 9:00 am Tuesday 2 January 2007. You can contact Freecall 1800 065 993 for assistance and information during this time.

Euroa Community Cinema: great holiday entertainment for just $8

Please keep in touch with me on any comments you have or issues for discussion. Mob. 041 749 6785 or Email Robyn Machin

For details/interview call the Editor on (03) 5798 1858