Principal: Mr Graeme Cupper Address: Commercial Street, Merbein, 3505 Phone: 03 5025 2501 Fax: 03 5025 3524 Email: merbein.p10@edumail.vic.gov.au Website: merbeinp10.vic.edu.au

NEWSLETTER Thursday, 17 September 2015

DATES TO REMEMBER SEPTEMBER 18th September Wear Footy Colours Day Last day of Term 3 Earlier finishing time of 2.30pm

OSHC finishes at the earlier time of 5pm OCTOBER 5th Monday First day of Term 4 7th Wednesday Sec Parent/Teacher Interviews 12th-13th Advance Camp 14th Wednesday Yr 5/6/7/8/9/10 Chess Tournament 19th Monday Girls Cricket 20th Tuesday Boys Cricket 21st Wednesday Variety Night – Let Me Entertain You 28-30th Grade 3-4 Camp 29th Thursday Pri G’Day Asia performance NOVEMBER 3rd Tuesday Melbourne Cup Holiday

9th – 13th Year 6 Camp 10th Tuesday Family Information Night for Language Backgrounds Other Than English students 11th Wednesday Family Information Night for Pacific Islander students 12th Thursday Family Information Night for Koorie students 9th-13th Grade 5/6 Lake Cullulleraine Camp 24th Tuesday Head Start Days (for students who have selected a Yr 12 subject) 25th Wednesday Play is Safe by the water Session 27th Tuesday Yr 10 – Enrolment Night MSC 3.30–6.30pm DECEMBER

YEAR 10 CHINA EXCHANGE TRIP UPDATE According to reports from Ms Liz Rankin, our Year 10 students are enjoying their visit to China. They were excited to see their friends again. In addition to their commitments with the host school, they have also spent time touring Dali. Some of the experiences have included seeing an opera performance, exploring the university and taking a cable car up to the top of a local mountain. Today they were treated to an Official Welcoming Ceremony at the school, where they were greeted as very honoured guests. All students and accompanying staff will be returning to Australia during the school holidays, on Friday 25th September. STUDENT OF THE MONTH ASSEMBLY Our Primary and Secondary Student of the Month Assemblies were held on Tuesday this week. It was pleasing to see such a large number of students being nominated to receive an award. Well done to all nominated students and congratulations to the students who won an award for the month of August.

AUGUST MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS Congratulations to the following Students of the Month Award winners.

P1A Addison Kost 8A Jessica Hall

P1B Miles Fetherston 8B Calin Graham

12A Sapphire Dodds 8C Tayla Graetz-Rowbottom

23A Jerri Liddicoat 9A Alicia Stewart

23B Tasharni Quinlivan 9B Shannarah Maher

4A Damon Spicer 9C Dale Versteeg

4B Mia Corrie 9D Alexandra Pallot

56A Darcy Liddicoat 9E Liam O'Neill

56B Montana Beckwith 10A Rebecca Griffiths

7A Hannah Rogers 10B Phoebe Hunt

7B Joel Maiorana 10C Shannon Stevens

7C Sarah Mannix 10D Justice Felton

7D Gideon Sands END OF DAY ROUTINES – PICKING UP YOUR CHILD As parents would understand, schools are required to ensure that we comply with privacy laws and respect the privacy of all students. I would like to remind parents who may be picking up children at the end of the day, to please wait outside the buildings until the dismissal bell rings. Seating is available under the shade sails and trees for parents who may be a few minutes early. If parents need to collect their child at an earlier time, please contact the School Office, so that necessary sign-out procedures can be arranged. END OF TERM I would like to take this opportunity to thank students and staff for the support and commitment they have provided throughout a very busy term. Their efforts have ensured that the many significant activities conducted by the school during Term 3 have been very productive and rewarding experiences. I wish students, families and staff a safe and relaxing break.

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT Mr Graeme Cupper

STRANGER DANGER A reminder to parents that their children should be taught about not getting into cars or accepting treats from people they don’t know. Recently, at another Primary School in our district, a young child was approached by a stranger. This child reported the incident to the teacher on duty which is the protocol we would like to reinforce in the Merbein P-10 College school community. FOOTY COLOURS DAY TOMORROW Our school has designated tomorrow, Friday 18th September as Footy Colours Day. Students are encouraged to wear their team colours on the day. If students come ‘Out Of Uniform’ in their Footy team’s colours, they will be expected to make a gold coin donation to support the Student Representative Council (SRC) projects and charities. The Canteen is providing a special Footy Menu tomorrow. Students have already ordered for this, so if orders have not been made then students will not be able to access this special menu tomorrow.

EARLY DISMISSAL TOMORROW On the last day of term, Friday 18th September, students will be dismissed at the earlier time of 2.30pm. Lunch will commence at 1.30pm and student activities will be run during lunchtime. Normal classes will be run all morning. Secondary Students will be required to check and clean their lockers before the end of term. Form teachers will be supervising this process in the last 10 minutes of the day on Friday. All buses will be running an hour earlier than regular times tomorrow. Busses may arrive at the school out of their regular order, so students must be aware of this when catching the bus at the earlier time tomorrow.

WALK TO SCHOOL MONTH OCTOBER October is Walk to School Month. Victorian Primary School students are encouraged to walk, ride or scoot to and from school to highlight ways children can improve their health and wellbeing. 60 minutes of physical activity is recommended for children each day. Walking to school can also help reduce traffic congestion, parking difficulties and associated environmental impacts. So rest up through the holidays and be ready with your walking boots for Day 1 of next term. Get involved and get active.

Merbein P10 College supports this

program. Participating students will

receive certificates.

MILDURA REGIONAL CHESS CHAMPIONSHIPS The Championships will be hold on Wednesday 14th October (Week 2, Term 4), and is open to Year 5/6 Primary students and Year 7/9/10 Secondary students. Please Note: Year 8's have a Drug Forum to attend on the same day. Cost is $10 per student. To be held at Sacred Heart, Mildura. This is an ‘All Day’ Competition, with all participating students playing seven games across the day. Please see Mrs Fetherston if you would like to compete. Practices will be held each lunchtime in the Yellow Building on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Permission notes will be issued next term. THANKS FOR ASKING R U OK? REPORT - Kyra Fetherston Last Thursday we had a lunchtime filled with positive vibes, it was a day where people smiled at each other and asked the important question R U OK? A mix of students from both Primary and Secondary came together to play giant chess and giant connect 4, to be face-painted with fun yellow designs, and to wear yellow ribbons in their hair or around the wrist. The UNO players brought their games outside and we borrowed some of the old school games such as marbles, elastics and pick up sticks from the Green building. Mitch Rodd from Headspace set up a display to promote their role in helping to support young people. They offer a range of free or low cost services, including advice, information and early intervention services for mental and physical health concerns, use of alcohol and other substances, risk of homelessness, and vocational and education support. Located at 2/125 Pine Ave, Mildura in the old Cottee building, they can be contacted by phone on 50212400 or by email on my.headspace@headspacemildura.com.au. Thank you all of the students who helped to set up and run the activities. A massive thanks to Bev Thomson for having the vision of what they day should look like.

BICYCLE THEFT, DON’T BECOME A VICTIM. LET’S DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! Here are the facts. 63 Bicycles stolen in the Mildura

area over the last 12 months. Ranging in value from $25 to $4,750. Less than half were ever recovered. Mainly stolen from residential yards and

community locations. No specific make or type being stolen. What can we do as a community? Secure your bicycle by locking it when leaving it

in a public place. At home, place your bicycle in a locked shed or

at least out of site. Engrave your bicycle with your Drivers Licence

number or that of your parents. (Engrave the underside of the frame) Police have engravers to assist the marking of your bicycle.

Take a photo of your bicycle. Including serial number. If stole, photo can be shown to police.

Police will be speaking to cyclists. They will be checking on ownership and safety requirements such as helmets and roadworthiness of bicycles. Police are asking for community members to report all suspicious activities. Police will be working with local schools in holding marking days, for students to bring their bikes to school and have them engraved. Contact Mildura Police on 03 50185300

WOOLWORTHS LEARN AND EARN STICKERS This fundraiser has ended and it’s time for the schools to gather all the stickers together to send

off in the holidays. If you have stickers at

home, there is still time to send them

into the school tomorrow, Friday 18th

September. Thank you to all the families who have supported our school through this fundraiser. SCHOOL WEBSITE Reminder that the newsletter is uploaded to the school’s website each week - merbeinp10.vic.edu.au

IMPORTANT DATES TERM 3 18th Sept, Fri End of Term – Early Dismissal 5th Oct, Mon Term 4 Commences 7th Oct, Wed Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews 4-7pm 8th Oct Thurs Year 8 Latrobe University Visit 21st Oct Wed Variety Night – See Flyer on Front Page

EMAIL ADDRESSES The school prefers to send the weekly newsletter and other important information home via email as this is the most reliable method. Please send your email address to: giddings.beth.l@edumail.vic.gov.au asking for the newsletter to be emailed to you. Please note that those few students in Years 8/9/10 who still require a hardcopy of the newsletter, will need to collect their newsletter from the main office at the finish of their last class each Thursday.

MERBEIN P-10 COLLEGE BREAKFAST PROGRAM The Breakfast program is being financially supported by the Merbein & District Community Bank & Merbein Development Association. The following organisations also provide volunteers to assist with the program – Merbein P10 College Parents’ Club, the Board & Staff of the Merbein & District Community Bank, Merbein Development Association, Merbein Lions Club and Merbein Rotary. The breakfast program is held in the cafeteria. All students are welcome to come along between 8.00am and 8.45am each morning if they would like a FREE tasty breakfast to kick-start their day’s learning. MERBEIN P-10 FACEBOOK PAGE Check the Facebook Page for updates about the school and upcoming events. www.facebook.com/merbeinp10collegeparentsclub SCHOOL BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS BSB - 063 714 Bank Acc Number – 10060535 Account Name - Merbein P-10 College Official Account. UNIFORM SHOP Open Tuesday 8.30 – 9.30am Open Thursday 2.00 – 4.00pm If these times do not suit, please ring the school to make other arrangements.

PRIMARY NEWS

OVERDUE LIBRARY BOOKS Please check that your child does not have an overdue book before the holidays. Please have them return books to school tomorrow so they can then re-borrow the books or borrow another book to read in the holidays. SCHOOL BOOKS Please have all Merbein P-10 College books returned before the holidays, both Take Home and Library Books. Students may borrow books to read over the holidays but they will need to return all books first. GREEN NEWS To date, we have shared three quarters of the school year with your child and it is wonderful to see what massive improvements have been made. We greatly appreciate the family support. We especially appreciate the effort you make to listen to your child read every night at home. It really does make a difference. We have had an extremely busy and rewarding term, finishing off with an Inquiry Excursion to Wentworth yesterday which was very successful and enjoyable. Tomorrow is Footy Day, so please remember to send a gold coin donation. Enjoy a well-deserved rest for the next two weeks! NO HAT NO PLAY POLICY The ‘No Hat - No Play’ policy will be implemented from Day 1 of Term 4. Please make ensure your child comes to school with an approved hat (ie. NO Baseball Caps) and a pop-top bottle of water for the classroom. VARIETY NIGHT – COSTUMES FOR STUDENTS IN THE GREEN BUILDING Bugs End of the Green Building Students will need a bright coloured t-shirt and black shorts for their item in our college Variety Night. These can be bought cheaply from discount stores over the holidays in readiness for the Variety Night. Beetles End of the Green Building (Grades 2-3) The students will be performing to the theme ‘Celebrating Kid's Television Shows Over the Decades’. Those performing ‘Bill and Ben’ will need - black pants, brown or red t-shirt and gardening gloves. Those performing ‘Play School’ will need - black pants and bright t-shirt. Those performing ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ will need - Ninja Turtle costume or green pants and t-shirt. Those performing ‘Round the Twist’ will need - Jeans and tie dyed t-shirt. Those performing ‘Wiggles’ will need - Black pants and t-shirt (red, blue, yellow or purple).

NEW CANTEEN MENU FOR THE GREEN BUILDING – 3RD TERM The School Canteen is excited about introducing the new Spring/Summer Menu which will start on the first day of Term 3. It has lots of new healthy choices and two categories, Everyday Items and Occasional Items. Everyday Items are those that can be chosen and eaten every day of the week. Occasional Items are those that should be chosen wisely as there is less nutritional value in these items. We recommend that you try to restrict these Occasional Items to once or twice a week. The new menu for Term 3 is attached to today’s newsletter. CANTEEN MENU FOR THE ORANGE BUILDING Next term the Grade 4/5/6 students will be able to order off the Senior Menu as we have found that some children are now looking for a bigger item. INQUIRY EXCURSION TO WENTWORTH REPORT The students in the Bugs End of the Green Building, spent an interesting day at Wentworth yesterday, an Inquiry Unit Trip following the theme ‘Then and Now’. They visited the park that houses the Paddle Steamer ‘Ruby’, the Museum, the Old Gaol and the River Junction in Wentworth. The students were fascinated with the many items in the museum that we no longer used and how they have changed over time. The facility is a great snapshot to earlier times. We even saw a short video on the 1956 Flood and the famous Grey Fergie Tractor. WENTWORTH TRIP STUDENT REPORTS I had fun at Wentworth Gaol and at the museum. I dressed up as a prisoner. I watched a movie of the Murray River flooding. We went to the park. We saw a grey tractor. By Jesse – Prep Yesterday we saw some dummies dress up at the gaol and a big fish at the museum. By Sarnie - Prep Yesterday we went on an excursion to Wentworth. First we went to the park for snack. Then, we went to the Museum and Gaol. Finally we went to the Junction. We had an icy-pole. My favourite part was the Gaol. By Olivia – Year 1. VISIT TO WENTWORTH PHOTOS

TERM 3 ART OVERVIEW – Mrs Atkinson Students have enjoyed doing a variety of paintings using different surfaces and different techniques. Stay tuned for fabulous fun in Term 4. MERBEIN COMMUNITY BANK SCHOOL STUDENT BANKING PROGRAM If you wish your child to participate in this program, send your child’s bank book along to the Green Building Office every Thursday morning. The Bank will collect and process your child’s banking and then drop the bank book back to the school before the end of the school day.

LAST WEEK’S GREEN BUILDING WEEKLY AWARD WINNERS Congratulations to the following Grade P-3 Award Winners. Wiley Dixon, Douglas Allan, Emily Wilkinson-Reynolds, Dawson Kay, Will Martin, Gladys Kirby, Mia Brewer, Sarnie Cramp, Miles Fetherston, Max Kassulke, Amber Hancock, Jasper Dwyer, Liam Hansford and Liam Gardiner. MERBEIN P-10 COLLEGE OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE OSHC children held a Fashion Expo on Wednesday. The overall event was organised by one of our students, Molly Hall, showcasing her leadership skills. This was a very successful Child-Led Event. Tomorrow Friday, 18

th

September OSHC will

finish at the earlier time of 5pm. Cheryll Hodge is our school’s OSHC coordinator and can be contacted on 0428 258035 if you have any queries.

SECONDARY NEWS SECONDARY PARENT/STUDENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS On Wednesday, 7th October, the first Wednesday in Term 4, the Secondary Staff will be making themselves available for interviews to discuss the progress of students from 4-7pm. Parents are strongly recommended to attend so they can collect their child’s Interim Progress Report and talk with their child’s teachers about their progress and recommendations for improvement in their learning. There are no booking times, but parents should allow sufficient time as the interviews will conclude at 6.55pm to allow teachers to leave by 7pm. Each interview is allocated a maximum of five minutes per teacher. If a longer time is required please make arrangements to meet at another time. Additionally to this, if parents are unable to attend the interviews or were not able to access a teacher on the evening, please contact the school and we will ensure an alternate arrangement can be made for these important discussions. WORK EXPERIENCE STUDENT REPORT by Claudia Tatchell On 24th August, 2015, our Year 10 students leaped into two weeks of work experience. These weeks were enjoyed by many and showed others what career path they didn’t want to take. Many different students experienced many different fields of work, such as Mechanics, Journalism, Early Child Care, Teaching, Law and Aged Care. I did my first week of Work Experience at the Seasons Restaurant which taught me a lot about all of the factors that contribute to running a restaurant. My second week was at Sunraysia Daily for editorial experience. I really enjoyed it and would consider working in a similar field in my life. Working with four year olds for a week at Mildura West Kinder was fun and challenging. My days consisted of helping children with all of their tasks. I learnt a lot about working with children during my week and would consider Early Child Care as an occupation. Primary students on the other hand are a different story. My second week at Mildura West Primary was definitely more challenging. Overall, the Work Experience Program was a great success and a learning experience for all of the Year 10 students. On behalf of the Year 10’s, I would like to thank all of the companies that welcomed us into the workforce and provided us with a great experience. I would also like to thank Willow for motivating us to organise our placements. Thankyou also to Mr Hankinson and Mr Rhodes for coming into check up on us during the weeks.

HOCKEY REPORT – Ms Donnelly Junior Boys game results were 2 draws and a loss to finish second. Junior Girls were unlucky not to get a goal in their games. Intermediate Boys were so close to winning it all. Intermediate Girls were winner, winner, winners, and will now progress to the next stage. Congratulations!

COMMUNITY NEWS MILDURA RURAL CITY COUNCIL LIBRARY SERVICE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 1. Activities are designed for students currently attending primary school. 2. Cost is $1.60 per child, per activity. 3. Bookings essential. 4. If your child is unable to attend sessions please contact the library. Mildura Library - Phone: 50188350 22nd September 10:30am Pic in a box 2:30pm Flutterby 24th September 10:30am Light in a jar 2:30pm Jumpin minion 29th September 10:30am Jumpin Minion 2:30pm Light in a jar 30th September 2:30pm Lego fun (FREE) 1st October 10:30am Flutterby 2:30pm Pic in a box Merbein Library - Phone: 50188361 22nd September 11:00am Dream catchers 23rd September 11:00am Lego fun (FREE) 24th September 11:00am Smurf village 29th September 11:00am Butterfly mobiles 30th September 11:00am Lego fun (FREE) 1st October 11:00am Lighthouses For more information visit Website: www.mildura.vic.gov.au/library COMMUNITY YARNING CIRCLE Disability Client Services invites you to share your experiences and see what we can do for you on 14 October from 10.30-1pm at the Mildura Settlers Cricket Club, Mildura Senior College Oval, 357 Deakin Ave Mildura. Morning tea & BBQ lunch provided. RSVP Erin Garsed 5022 3193 or email erin.garsed@dhhs.vic.gov.au BENDIGO BANK - WIN AN APPLE IPAD AIR Going into the draw is as simple as i, ii, iii. i Open a Bendigo Student Account (1 entry) ii Open a Bendigo SmartStart Super (1 entry) iii Open a Bendigo Student Account and Bendigo SmartStart Super (3 entries) Go into any one of the branches at Merbein, Wentworth, Mildura Centro and on Cnr 9th Street and Langtree Avenue or visit bendigobank.com.au to apply online by 16 October 2015. Bonus Entry if you open a Bendigo Student Account and Bendigo SmartStart Super.

FREE AUTHOR EVENT WITH ROSALIE HAM Author Rosalie Ham will be talking about writing, small towns and movie stars at Merbein and Mildura Libraries on Thursday, 15th October. Rosalie Ham is the author of The Dressmaker, Summer at Mount Hope and There Should be More Dancing. Session times are: Merbein Library 2-3pm, Mildura Library 7:30-8:30pm. For more information or to book your free tickets phone 03 5018 8352. MERBEIN PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN Have you enrolled your child in Kindergarten yet? Merbein Preschool Kindergarten is currently accepting enrolments for 2016. Offering both 3 and 4 year old Kindergarten Programs in a fun and welcoming environment. Please contact the Kindergarten on 50252491 or call in to collect a Pre Enrolment Form. MILDURA AND DISTRICT LITTLE ATHLETICS 2015/16 Track And Field Season Registration and Information Sessions for interested persons, 3-17 years of age, will be held 20th September 2015 at MADEC, Mildura from 10–11.30am. The Track and Field Season commences 4th October 2015 at Oval 8, Aerodrome Ovals Mildura. For more information contact Steve Eralandsen 0427 233 504. Or check out the FaceBook Page. ‘CARRY ON’ – SECONDARY AND POSSIBLY TERTIARY EDUCATION GRANTS If you have served in the Australian Defence Forces or Allied Forces, you can apply for a Secondary Education Grant for 2016 and it may be possible for Tertiary Education as well. Phone Carry On Victoria on 0396292648 to establish eligibility and request an application form. All grants are income tested. Applications should be submitted before 29th October 2015. SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES FOR AGES 12-16 Drop off and pick up at Mildura Scout Hall Twelfth street. Registration essential. Registration forms available by contacting youthservices@mildura.vic.gov.au or ring MRCC Youth Services 50188280. 21 Sept - Movies and Pizza - $15 22 Sept – Laserforce - $15 23 Sept – Masterchef Challenge $15 24 Sept – Freestyle Art - Free 25 Sept – Inflatable World @ Lifestyle Plus - $15 28 Sept – The Amazing Race - $15 29 Sept – Outdoor Sporting Challenge - Free 30 Sept – Tobogganing at Perry Sandhills - Free 1 Oct – House of Bounce - $15 2 Oct – Tradies Day - $15 AFL VICTORIA HOLIDAY PROGRAM Held 23rd September at the Sara Oval Mildura. 9am-3pm – Cost $65. Ring Trevor Ryan on 0427 750 283 for more information.

THREE COLOURS SC Three Colours SC is proud to be an official provider of the AIA Vitality Miniroos Program in Mildura Program commences 13th October 2015 for children between 4–9 years old. To register please visit http://www.miniroos.com.au/mildura For more information contact Vince 0416054372/0429200193 www.aflvicholidayprograms.com.au CHANCES FOR CHILDREN CONNECTING KIDS WITH COMMUNITY FUND This program has re-opened. The Connecting Kids with Community Fund provides young people with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular activity that otherwise they would not be able to undertake due to financial constraints. An Application Form will be available on the Chances website in the near future which has additional information and eligibility details. For more information phone 03 5021 7474 on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday or email TMcCarthy@malleefamilycare.com.au CHANCES FOR CHILDREN FUNDING Families are advised that the current Chances for Children funding round opened 7th September 2015. If you would like to know more about Chances, or would like to discuss a potential application, contact them on 5021 7480. MILDURA LAWN TENNIS CLUB Dates are 21st, 24th , 28th September and 1st October. Coaching all levels as well as games and fun tournaments. Half Days held from 8:30am-12:30pm, cost $40 per day or $130 for 4 half days. Full Day held from 8:30am-3:00pm, $50 per day or $175 for 4 full days. For bookings contact Dean Kyle on phone 0414 826 318 or email ontourtennis1@gmail.com SA FOOTBALL ACADEMY SA Football Academy is holding soccer clinics on the 19th September 2015. The aim is to further the capabilities of new and present players to competitive standards. For further information contact Tony Burns 0413819854 tony@safootballacademy.com.au www.safootballacademy.com.au MILDURA WEST CRICKET CLUB JUNIOR TRAINING & REGISTRATION DAY For all U10, U12, U14 and U16s. 17th September, from 4.30pm, MWCC Clubrooms, Aero 2 Oval, Eleventh St, Mildura. Enquiries to Graeme Zanoni phone 0417 387 711, email graeme@mdairr.com.au. For children aged 5 to 7 years of age Miloin2Cricket Registration Day will be advised.

SEPTEMBER HEADSPACE MILDURA FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 16-25 YEARS OF AGE If you could use some help with education or employment, make an appointment with Melinda at Headspace office. Melinda can help with finding a course that suits your needs, study options, choosing work experience, employment support, job interview preparations, resume writing, career direction advice. Melinda is available on Mondays. To make an appointment phone 50122400. Jump Start Expo – September 10 from 6pm onward at the Senior College. If you are coming to the end of school and would like some help with life skills or some advice for the future, there will be demonstrations on cooking, changing a tyre on a car, preparing for a job interview and more. There will also be fun things during the night like makeup demonstrations and live music. If you are interested go to Facebook.com/jumpstartyouthconference. LGBTQI Support Group – If you are seeking a safe place or support for your sexual or gender identity, somewhere to make new friends who understand what you are going through. Contact Larni Baird at Headspace Mildura on 50212400. MERBEIN SOUTH CRICKET CLUB – JUNIORS Training for U/12s to U/16’s on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Chaffey Park Merbein, will commence 17th September, 2015 at 4.30pm. Any interested boys and girls, at any level, are most welcome to come along for a tryout. Junior season begins 10th October, 2015. Contact Ross Griffiths 0428234964 for more information. MERBEIN SOUTH CRICKET CLUB - MILO Boys and girls between 5 and 8 years of age are invited to a Come and Try Day on Sunday 18th October, 2015 at Chaffey Park from 11am. Training will take one hour with a BBQ lunch to follow. Contact Aaron Walder 0408315746 for more information. There is no cost for this event. MILDURA RURAL CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY SAFETY EXPO Community Safety Expos with Emergency and Health Services Demonstrations, Entertainment and Interactive Activities including a free Outdoor Cinema Night in October and November. The aim of these events is to develop and promote community preparedness and resilience to emergencies throughout the Mildura municipality. Mildura’s Free Movie: Minions - Saturday 14th November held at Nowingi Place (Mildura Riverfront) from 5pm onwards. Food and drinks for purchase. Bring your picnic rugs and chairs an alcohol and smoke free event. For more information phone (03) 5018 8100. www.mildura.vic.gov.au/events. Don’t buy toys, borrow them!

MILDURA TOY LIBRARY OPEN DAY The Mildura Toy Library has almost 1,000 toys. These are suitable for babies through to eight year olds. Outdoor toys, games, puzzles, dress ups and much more. Join for the rest of the financial year for $30*. Open Day held Saturday 19 September from 9.30-11.30am at the Mildura Toy Library, located at Mildura Primary School (12th St entrance). For further information phone Mandy on 0400 655 841 or find it on Facebook *$30 membership is for families who assist with duty once a term. Non-roster membership is $60. SUNRAYSIA VOLLEYBALL COME AND TRY DAY Starts: 9:30am Saturday October 10th & 17th. Junior Summer Competition begins the following Saturday and ends in December, 2015. Held at the SJC Stadium, 11th Street, Mildura. Competition games are for Junior Girls, Junior Boys and Junior Social (Mixed). This is a great opportunity to play competition volleyball if you have never tried it before! Beginners more than welcome.

MERBEIN COBRAS BASKETBALL CLUB If your Child is interested in playing the Summer Comp, they are still taking registrations so you haven’t missed out! Online Registrations are now available at www.mildurabasketball.com.au Click on the Club Websites tab, select Cobras & click the link on the right hand side titled Player to Club Summer Comp 2015/2016. Age Groups for Summer Season are U10/12/14/16/18. For further information contact Brock Munn (President) 0407 096 108 Cassie Munn (Treasurer) 0409 632 898.