b'16 OCTOBER 21, 2022 The Great Eastern MailopinionPaynesville Library updateSpecialising inTHE second round of8.5 hours. This initiative wouldresidents. Are mobile libraries Community Meetings withbe reviewed in 12 months.a thing of the past with rising some Councillors and ShireMore costs? Mallacoota,fuel and running costs?all aspectsstaff in attendance was heldthankfully have not beenA notice was posted that on Monday 19th September insubjected to any cuts.the only library that is listed is Paynesville. Similar meetingsFor those 8.5 hours, whenBairnsdale, all other libraries have been held in Lakesour libraries will be closed, waitsuch as Paynesville, Lakes Entrance, Orbost and Omeo. for it, the library staff will stillEntrance, Orbost, Omeo and of Real Estate Unfortunately, thebe in the building, but doorMallacoota are listed as a announcement of the meetingwill be locked! Imagine howService Centre. What does this was only placed on the Shiresomeone elderly, disabledmean?website on the precedingor a young parent coming toAlthough this review Wednesday. Very little time toborrow books, ask a question,attracted the most response get the message out unless youneed help with a smart phone,of any survey carried out by read EGSC website regularly!! or require any of the multitudeour Shire it seems that the Also, residents were not evenof services staff offer, wouldcommunities responses Commercial|Rural|Residential given the opportunity of beingfeel after walking up the rampsare not being given the able to read this notice of the(Paynesville) to find theirconsideration and respect ljhooker.com.au meeting in their local paper.library door locked. they deserve. Communities Council obviously do notThe Mobile Library service,can only complete surveys consider conflicting eventswas also mentioned, as beingand submit petitions and hope such as school holidays andextended and to rejuvenatethey will have some bearing on the Queens funeral servicethe 2nd mobile bus to providea decision. After the amount (televised on that very night)services to outlying areas. Is theof time and energy residents may prevent some residentsmobile library accessible for(many not young) have given from attending. But this is suchmembers of our communitiestowards this protest, I find it a contentious and disturbingwho have a disability? disappointing that we have issue that over 70 peopleMany of us have lived innot been offered a more turned up to hopefully hearcountry areas for most of ouracceptable and understanding an update of the process oflives and have witnessed howsolution, than to cut a few the community feedback andcountry people manage theirhours.other correspondence receivedlives from remote areas. TripsSo far, this has all been from the Service Centre andto local service towns areabout proposals and Library Review. After somemade weekly to visit shops,important services council conversation we were tolddoctors, chemists, schools,are considering reducing, that services must be morevets, etc. and the LIBRARY. Dofor what?They cant give a evenly distributed across thethese remote areas really wantmonetary figure and admit 4 2 3 5 3 4 Shire. Wouldnt it make sensea mobile service, or wouldthey dont know how it will Bairnsdale Nicholson to provide more services to thethey be happy to incorporateimpact communities. growth areas like Paynesvillea shopping/business trip toBut isnt it really about 7 Ashwood Court 27 Paterson Courtand Lakes Entrance, where thea larger town with a visit to apeople and councils obligation Lifestyle, Entertainer Wahroonga Nicholson Farmlet 2.8ha (7ac approx) libraries are such an importantRegional Library, that has allto caring, supporting, and Quality built 4 bedroom home, 3 living areas, 2This desirable farmlet is located on a sealed road in a quietservice.the services? Maybe, checklistening to their communities. bathrooms, spacious undercover entertaining areacourt less than 15 mins from Bairnsdale. An extension toWe were informed thatopening times before you visit!Unfortunately, many residents complete with spa and pool. Large double garage plusthe home now encompasses 5 BRs with living areas. Inan option (or decision?) wasWellington Shire (which hasthink our elected council and 3 bay shed situated on a 1228sqm allotment footstepsaddition, a stand alone single BR flat with own kitchen,being considered to openbeen used as a comparativestaff are not aware of their from a park/playground, walking distance to schools,bathroom and living room. New floor coverings throughout sporting facilities and Bairnsdale Aquatic & Recreationare needed and possibly modernization, depending onPaynesville, Lakes Entranceshire) have discontinued theircommunitys needs, and feel Centre, and only a short distance to Main Street shops. your personal requirements. and Orbost and Omeo Librarymobile service due to extensivedisenchanted, rejected and at 9am (not 8.30am) each daymaintenance costs. They nowangry. For SaleNEW PRICE$765,000 For Sale$750,000 and close on Mondays andhave service branches, plusShow some heart, council ContactSteve HolmesContactDennis HallFridays at 2pm. Therefore theoutreach services in remoteand listen to your ratepayers.Bairnsdale 03 5152 4172 Bairnsdale 03 5152 4172 total hours cut to non-face tolocations. Mildura Shire Friends Of Paynesville 195 Main Street, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 195 Main Street, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 face library services would beprovide similar services to theirLibraryEGW treated water releasesON Saturday 15 October 2022, EGW held a Public Drop-in Session to address the concerns of the community on site at Tambo Bay. There was a good turn up of residents with lots of questions regarding the releasing of treated wastewater into our rivers and lakes. As far as we know this 4 2 4 3 1 1 is going on at six different Bruthen Lindenow treatment plants in East Gippsland. They tell us the 23-25 Great Alpine Road 65 Main Road water is safe to be released, Period home with stunning views Rural Outlook in Lindenow yet they have been fined in Circa 1890, set on over half an acre, surrounded byYou get that homely feeling as soon as you walk inthe past for not adhering to immaculately presented gardens, this home boasts viewsthe front door. This tastefully renovated 3 bedroom, 1EPA guidelines. Their own over the Bruthen township and the Tambo River flats.bathroom property has beautiful north facing rural viewssigns say this water could Features 13ft ceilings, ornate cornices, dado timberwith a good sized block of 1012m2. Garage and workshopbe harmful to humans and panelling. Three very spacious BRs have open fireplacesout the back with plenty more space to put up more with decorative mantlepieces. Charming country styleshedding if need be. Sit on the veranda and enjoy theanimals. kitchen, boasting quality appliances, plenty of bench space. countryside. The release at Tambo Bay has stopped for now but no For Sale$769,000 For Sale$429,000 guarantee that it wont happen ContactKelly QuirkeContactKylie Smith again. Bairnsdale 03 5152 4172 Bairnsdale 03 5152 4172 The Metung facility was 195 Main Street, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 195 Main Street, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 developed in 1991 just for the Metung community but now itthis wet weather continues. collects and treats wastewaterOur concerns are all this (sewage) for Metung, Bruthen,will contribute to a major Johnsonville and Swan Reachalgae problem again this year.a total of 2,090 householdsBusinesses and people have Steve Holmes Kelly Quirke Dennis Hall Kylie Smith Veronica Davies Gaye Holmes Glenda Robertson Jennifer Jessup and businesses.had it tough and do not need LJ Hooker Bairnsdale Contact bairnsdale@ljhookerbairnsdale.com.au Upgrades are planned butanything that will discourage 195 Main St, Bairnsdale VIC 3875 (03) 5152 4172 bairnsdale.ljhooker.com.au a bit late. We could see moretourism to this area. treated wastewater released if Therese and Tony Corbett'