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McKern Steel Foundation - Fresh Fruit Friday 

We’re excited to announce that Cassidy McLean from the Bendigo Braves  returns as our Fresh Fruit Friday Ambassador this year! 

Cassidy’s ongoing passion for health, community and sport makes her the ideal advocate for this important initiative. A huge thank you to the Bendigo Braves for their continued support and partnership in making Fresh Fruit Friday possible.

Wishing Cassidy and the entire Bendigo Braves team an incredible 2025 season ahead! Let’s go Braves 

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Water Safety Matters – Tips for a Safe and Confident Summer

With warmer weather on the way, it’s a great time to remind the community about the importance of water safety. Whether your child is swimming at the pool, playing at the beach, or splashing in the backyard, knowing how to stay safe around water is essential.

Top Tips for Kids:

• Always swim with an adult watching – supervision saves lives.
• Learn to float and tread water – these skills help in unexpected situations.
• Stick to safe swimming areas – pools and patrolled areas are best.
• Follow pool and beach rules – they’re there to keep everyone safe.
• Never dive into unknown water – hidden dangers can cause serious injury.

Talking about water safety at home helps children build confidence and make smart choices. It’s also a great way to prepare for summer fun and ensure every swim is a safe one.

For more tips and resources, visit Royal Life Saving Australia or come speak with us at Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre.

Let’s work together to keep our kids safe, active, and smiling this season!

Celebrate Lockwood CFA’s 75th at a Community Fair with roaming Captain KoalaEveryone is invited to join the Lockwood CFA and their indomitable mascot, Captain Koala, to celebrate their 75th milestone at a Community Fair from 10.00am to 3.00pm on Sunday 26 October at the CFA and Lockwood South Community Hall precinct – corner of Crusoe Road and Calder Alternative Hwy.There will be lots of fun for kids at the Fair, including:• Face Painting (who doesn’t want to take home a tiger, butterfly or superhero?)• Kelly Sports (a great way for your kids to burn off some energy through games)• Fire truck Water Hose Target Practice (youngsters can channel their inner firefighter and test their aim)• Primary School Displays (letting your children show off their school)• Badge Making & Colouring Sheets (letting your kids show off their artistry!)• Showbags (goodies to take home…)No one will go hungry as you can enjoy the:• Sausage Sizzle• Coffee & Snacks Van• Sourdough Bread & Condiment Sales• Biscuit & Cake Market Stall There will also be plenty of fun and interesting things to explore for everyone else, including:• Raffle – with five exciting prizes totalling nearly $2000 worth of goodies• Silent Auction – providing a fun way to support the CFA• Community Market – a wide range of market stalls to search for treasures• Vintage Fire Trucks – on display for young and old who love classic machines• Oscar One Mine Rescue Demonstration – see real life heroes in action!• CFA and SES Emergency Response Vehicles – climb aboard and learn what makes these vehicles so special• Fire Safety Demonstrations – learn together about fire safety in a fun, interactive way. At around 2.00pm you will be able to witness a historic unveiling, a scintillating speech, a nail-biting raffle draw – and if you are lucky, a gig by Captain Koala!Dean Heather, Captain of the Lockwood CFA, commented, “this will be a great opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate and support the Brigade’s achievementand have some fun “.Captain Koala, the CFA mascot who is a marsupial of few words, commented, “&&&&&.”So, bring your friends, bring the family, and don’t forget your sense of adventure! The Lockwood CFA members can’t wait to celebrate 75 years of community with you all. See you at CFA Lockwood on October 26th!Further information is available from Brett Symes, Lockwood CFA Community Engagement Officer, via email: brett.symes@members.cfa.vic.gov.a

To ensure the safety of our children, parents and crossing supervisors we have been asked by City of Greater Bendigo - Community and Environmental Health Team to remind our community of the safety requirements when passing through school crossing zones.

Under the Road Safety Road Rules 2017, whenever the school crossing flags are displayed, it is illegal to stop or park:

• 20 metres before a school crossing
• 10 metres after a school crossing
• within 10 metres of an intersection

If school crossing flags are displayed, you must stop for pedestrians. You must remain stopped until the crossing is clear. 

During active school crossing times the speed limit is reduced to 40km/h.

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