Safer Canoe access at Thomson Bridge

One of the less convenient parts of exploring the Thomson by Canoe was getting the gear in or out of the water at the Thomson Bridge. Fixed! And something else to look at on your drive to or from Walhalla. Or are canoes one of the aquatic species the ‘fishway’ was created for? Photo and… Continue reading Safer Canoe access at Thomson Bridge

Rawson Switched on again

After more than three months of darkness and ignored requests to Ausnet Services for further information, Rawson’s street lights have now been repaired and the night wanderers can now wander around feeling a bit less nervous. To be fair to Ausnet, in March they did send the following response to a community member: Hi xxx,… Continue reading Rawson Switched on again

Rawson Switched on again

After more than three months of darkness and ignored requests to Ausnet Services for further information, Rawson’s street lights have now been repaired and the night wanderers can now wander around feeling a bit less nervous. To be fair to Ausnet, in March they did send the following response to a community member: Hi xxx,… Continue reading Rawson Switched on again

Erica Mountain Trail Bike Track is ready to ride

The Erica Mountain Bike Park is made up of two sets of trails carved out on either side of the highway at Erica. Starting in Erica, this thrilling park covers some 30km of trails with twists, turns, climbs and falls across moderate slopes. The south trail is Collins Siding, where the trailhead is on the… Continue reading Erica Mountain Trail Bike Track is ready to ride

Local Voting (the Election is less than two weeks away!)

ELECTION DAY: The ONLY local Polling Booth will be at the Erica Hall on Sat 21 May. Open 8am to 6pm. ++++++++++++++++++++ EARLY VOTING: Now available at the Moe Bowling Club, Cnr Saviges Rd and Waterloo Rd, Moe. (On the round-about opposite Supercheap Auto. Enter the car park from Waterloo Rd.) Mon 9 May –… Continue reading Local Voting (the Election is less than two weeks away!)

A4DE – where did they all stay?

A4DE, the Australian 4 Day Enduro Championship event is over, ‘Done and Dusted’, or perhaps, ‘Done and Mudded?’  Hundreds of competitors and supporters were involved, but where did they stay? The Caravan Parks were certainly full, as was most other local accommodation. There was much traffic up and down the roads to Moe and Traralgon… Continue reading A4DE – where did they all stay?

Trauma Teddies For Tots

One of things Red Cross Ladies do is knit Trauma Teddies. Thousands of them! Little cuddly friends for kids (and the occasional adult) that need something to hug when life is hard. The Teddies are given out in Ambulances, Hospitals and in disaster relief centres, always free and a great example of ‘little things can… Continue reading Trauma Teddies For Tots

Stringers Creek being restrained

Work on repairing the flood damaged roads and infrastructure near the “Wally Pub” in Walhalla is making great progress. The photo illustrates how much of the road was damaged. The new Post and Rail creek wall on the far right is designed to contain the water flow and prevent erosion. Similar work is taking place… Continue reading Stringers Creek being restrained

Parking Problems in Rawson

Rawson’s Pinnacle Drive and the adjoining Courts were packed with a (probably) Rawson record number of vehicles belonging to A4DE competitors and support crew attending a briefing at Bell’s Hall. The event, the Australian 4 Day Enduro, has attracted several hundred extra people to the Mountain Rivers District and will be keeping several local community… Continue reading Parking Problems in Rawson

PARC FERME

The 2022 Australian 4 Day Enduro is being held on the Micah family’s High Valley Homestead property in Thomson Valley Road, Amor, just North of Parker’s Corner. No admittance to the parc ferme (closed area). Apologies, we have not been able to obtain information about spectator access or remote event locations.

A4DE RIDES INTO TOWN

It starts today! The A4DE is Australia’s premier off-road motorcycle championship and will attract current Australian and World champions, and their teams of supporters, to the Erica/Rawson area to compete over 4 days. The A4DE will be made up of non-competitive daily transport sections through the surrounding bush to get to parcels of property where… Continue reading A4DE RIDES INTO TOWN

Baw Baw Approves Allowances for Mayor and Councillors

At its meeting on 27 April Council endorsed the payment of allowances to Councillors, the Deputy Mayor and Mayor in accordance with Section 39 (5) of the Local Government Act 2020 and the Victorian Independent Remuneration Tribunal and Improving Parliamentary Standards Act 2019 .  Councillors also elected to receive the entire allowance of $96,470 p/a for the… Continue reading Baw Baw Approves Allowances for Mayor and Councillors

Marie wins a Novel prize at Myli

Myli – My Community Library – visits Erica and Rawson each two weeks.   Last week, driver Keith headed off in the Northern Mobile library truck to attend the Rawson Information Day. Library officer Hannah ventured up to give Keith a hand, and they had an enjoyable time chatting to the community about all the… Continue reading Marie wins a Novel prize at Myli

Visitors staying too long in Aberfeldy?

Spotted roadside in outer Aberfeldy. No sign indicating end of penalty area found. An innovative way to raise funds for a local 4WD rescue facility? Prelude to the construction of a new gated accommodation complex for wayward Seniors? A ‘wild weekend’ resort to equal the fabled hose-out refreshment venues more commonly found in ski resorts? … Continue reading Visitors staying too long in Aberfeldy?

Rawson’s CBD toilets to be refurbished

Refurbishment of the Murie St Public Toilets in Rawson is expected to commence next month. Funding for the project will come from a Government Grant. The facility is located in the breezeway which divides the group of shops and is easily accessible to users of the new skate park as well as visitors to other… Continue reading Rawson’s CBD toilets to be refurbished

Get Double Protected At Rawson on 17 May

The next Flu and COVID Vaccination day in Rawson is TUESDAY 17 MAY. If eligible you can have either or both. You MUST book with the Rawson Community Health Centre on 5165 3236 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday so the correct vaccination(s) are prepared for you. Places are limited. For INFLUENZA vaccine anyone eligible can… Continue reading Get Double Protected At Rawson on 17 May

Own a Gun? New storage rules coming

From 30 August 2022, the following must be met to ensure compliance with the law:  + Victorian firearm owners must check their current storage against the new requirements. + Firearms must be stored in a steel storage receptacle purpose-built for firearm storage. This means they were specifically built to keep firearms in.   + The steel… Continue reading Own a Gun? New storage rules coming

Restrictions easing – see the smiles on Saturday!

Thanks to high vaccination rates, many COVID-19 restrictions will lift from 11.59pm, Friday 22 April. These include: Close contacts can leave quarantine provided they wear masks indoors and avoid sensitive settings. They will also need to take at least five negative rapid tests over the seven days that would previously have been their self-quarantine period.… Continue reading Restrictions easing – see the smiles on Saturday!

Free Skate Park Activation Fri 22 April

 TELL THE KIDS!  FREE FUN! PARENTS WELCOME TOO! Check out what goes on at the skate park and be amazed. Baw Baw Shire Council Skate into Week 2 of the School Holidays with a Free Skate Park Activation at Rawson. Join GippSport skate coach, Lincoln and get involved. Friday 22nd April 12pm – 2pm Cost… Continue reading Free Skate Park Activation Fri 22 April

Some people can get their COVID-19 vaccine at home

You can get your COVID-19 vaccine at home An at-home appointment means a healthcare professional (such as a doctor or nurse) visits your home to give you a COVID-19 vaccine. This service is available for people who are unable to attend a vaccination clinic, general practice or pharmacy to get vaccinated. Who can get vaccinated… Continue reading Some people can get their COVID-19 vaccine at home

Baw Baw’s Budget Blown

A recent report to Council shows the Shire was $1.546 million behind in its forecast mid year position.  While council received an addition $1.9 million in revenue, its operating expenditure was $3.4 million higher, largely caused by a $700,000 investment in additional planning department staff and a further $500,000 required to finalise Council’s exit from… Continue reading Baw Baw’s Budget Blown