Lesley Hewitt
It’s been a busy and rewarding few weeks around the Shire. It was satisfying to attend the opening of the new accessible horse mounting ramp at the Glenlyon Recreation Reserve, funded through the Victorian Government’s Tiny Towns Fund. My sincere thanks to the Victorian Government for their support, and to Daylesford Riding for the Disabled volunteers and riders who demonstrated how the ramp, which can be used by all riders, supports inclusion in Council’s recreation facilities. This project highlights how valuable it is for Council to have clear masterplans in place – so when grants become available, we can apply with community-backed priorities ready to go.
With the fire season approaching, November is free green waste month at our transfer stations – a great time to tidy up your property. While you’re there, take a look at the new textile recycling options. I’ve been cleaning out my own shed recently and rediscovered the Tip Shop – a fantastic example of the circular economy in action!
I also caught up with our librarians in Daylesford to hear about the new open access library system. This allows members to access the library between 8 am and 8 pm using their library card, even when staff aren’t onsite – a wonderful step towards more flexible community access. If you’re interested, make time to go and talk to the librarians about how to join in.
I wasn’t able to attend the official celebration of the upgraded Central Springs Reserve and see the work done by DJAARA, but it’s well worth a visit – it looks terrific.
Finally, I want to express my condolences on the recent passing of Bob Kennedy and John Cable – two much-loved and respected Glenlyon stalwarts who gave so much to their community.
Lesley Hewitt is a Daylesford resident and an elected Shire Councillor. This article is a media release from Hepburn Shire Council.
