Linton News July 2026

LINTON NEWS

July 2026

Winter Warning: Save This Number –

It Could Help Save a Native Animal

Wildlife collisions peak during winter, but knowing what to do can make all the difference.

As winter brings shorter days and longer nights, local motorists are being reminded to stay alert for wildlife on our roads - and to have the right emergency number ready if they come across an injured native animal

A simple step you can take today is to save this number in your mobile phone:

Wildlife Emergency (24 hours): 03 8400 7300

Having the number stored in your phone means you'll be ready to act if you encounter injured wildlife anywhere across our district.

The reminder comes as new research from AAMI reveals that 41 per cent of Australian drivers have collided with an animal, with more than 24,000 wildlife collision insurance claims lodged during 2025 The insurer says winter is the peak season for collisions, particularly on regional roads and during dawn, dusk and overnight when many native animals are most active

Kangaroos account for more than 80 per cent of wildlife collisions, followed by wallabies, wombats and deer. The crashes can have devastating consequences for both wildlife and motorists During 2025, more than 4,500 vehicles were written off, with the average repair claim exceeding $9,000.

Perhaps most concerning, AAMI found one in five drivers would swerve to avoid an animal Safety experts warn this instinct can lead to far more serious crashes involving trees or oncoming vehicles

Instead, drivers are encouraged to slow down whenever wildlife is present, stay alert in signed wildlife areas and, if an animal suddenly appears, brake firmly while maintaining control of the vehicle and avoiding dangerous swerving where possible.

If you find an injured or dead native animal

If you come across wildlife on the roadside, your own safety comes first Only stop if it is safe to do so Pull well clear of traffic, turn on your hazard lights and remain aware of passing vehicles

If the animal is alive, avoid handling it unless instructed by a trained wildlife rescuer Injured native animals are frightened and may scratch, bite or kick, even when they appear calm

If the animal is dead, and it is safe, move the body off the road to reduce the risk of further collisions involving other wildlife or scavengers. For marsupials such as kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and possums, always check whether the animal is female and whether there may be a surviving joey in the pouch or nearby Joeys often survive the initial impact but need urgent specialist care

When calling the Wildlife Emergency Service, be ready to provide: the exact location (road name, nearest town or GPS coordinates if possible) the type of animal whether it is alive, injured or deceased any obvious injuries or hazards.

Remember that only authorised wildlife rehabilitators and veterinarians can legally care for native wildlife in Victoria

Learn more

For advice, emergency contacts and information about helping injured native wildlife, visit Wildlife Rescue Victoria and the Victorian Government's injured wildlife resources. They provide practical guidance for different species, including kangaroos, wombats, possums, birds and reptiles

With thousands of wildlife collisions occurring every year and many of them on regional Victorian roads a few simple actions can save lives. Slow down, stay alert, and make sure Wildlife Emergency – 03 8400 7300 is saved in your phone before your next trip

President’s Report

June was a productive month for the committee, with two meetings being held as a newly formed group, covering a lot of ground.

One of the most significant decisions was agreeing on how we open our meetings to our members. Committee meetings will remain closed by default, but selected dates will be open to members as observers, with all the committee putting forward and agreeing to have the meetings audio recorded. Our first member open session is set for 21 July 2026, and we warmly encourage all active members to come along. Please note this meeting will be audio recorded. We ask that any agenda items be submitted via email to lintonprogress@gmail.com by 15 July, so there will be a genuine opportunity for your item to be raised.

We also agreed to establish sub-committees to drive specific projects, with committee members working alongside interested community volunteers. Areas already taking shape include communications, events, grants, and our new website and social media presence, so if any of these areas interest you, we would love to have you involved and you reach out to us. A great way to find out more and connect with us is at our first community event, a Meet the LDPA session, a chance to get to know your committee and hear about what we are working on and for us to understand what is important to you as the wider community. Details to come.

Other items progressed include Town Emergency Planning (another sub-committee in the works), Blue Tree lighting, and an initial discussion to investigate an exciting initiative raised by one of our active members, Pamela, again more to come on that.

A reminder for our community: for non-urgent matters, Victoria Police offers online reporting at any time and a Police Assistance Line available 24/7 on 131 444. You can report things like stolen property, property damage, lost property, and suspicious activity without needing to visit a station. Importantly, when you report this way your matter is logged into the system immediately, meaning it is on the record straight away, even for something that may seem minor. In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000). Visit police.vic.gov.au for more information.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and engage with the LDPA, please reach out directly at lintonprogress@gmail.com

There is a lot in motion, and we look forward to sharing more with you soon.

Rachael Gauci President

Linton & District Progress Association

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SUNDAY, 18 OCTOBER 2026

If any groups have something planned for that date, please advise Jenny Stuart 0427 447 416

CARNGHAM LINTON FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB

The Carngham Linton Football Netball Club is absolutely heartbroken with the passing of Under-18 football player Cody Breen from a motorbike accident last month. He was a much loved, respected and popular teammate of all people that have had the privilege of knowing this quality young man.

It’s simply not fair that he will not only grace the football ground again, but all of us won’t get to see that cheeky, smile of that young man that we all loved

He was loved by his teammates, would give everything out on the football field, and was a very easy player to coach by all that had the privilege of coaching him

Our deepest condolences and support goes out to the Breen family Cody will always be with us and forever in our hearts

RIP Cody

The club has had very successful Auskick & NetSetGo programs in 2026, with great participant numbers at our sessions.

A huge thank you to our amazing coaches in Zeke Slater & Brody Burns (Auskick) and Kayla McNaulty & Charli Bennett (NetSetGo), for the time, energy and enthusiasm they have brought to every session Their encouragement and passion have made such a positive impact on all our young participants

A big thank you also to all of our wonderful parents for bringing the kids along each week and supporting them throughout the season We couldn't do it without you!

And to our incredible kids... thank you for bringing your smiles, laughter, excitement and willingness to have a go every single week. We absolutely love getting to know each and every one of you. We hope you've had as much fun as we have and that you've picked up some great skills and fundamentals along the way.

Most importantly, we hope you've discovered just how much fun football and netball can be! GO SAINTS!!!

Football Director: Melissa Scoble 0458 001 944 Junior Football Director: Simon Brearley 0419 738 260

Netball Director: Ally Clack 0400 250 053

Help keep Linton clean and safe with Snap Send Solve

Linton residents are now part of a growing community of over half a million legends across Australia and New Zealand who have downloaded the Snap Send Solve app. If you haven’t already, now is the perfect time to join them in making a real impact on the appearance and safety of our town.

Founded in Melbourne in 2013, Snap Send Solve is a free app designed to help residents report issues that affect our shared spaces, keeping them safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone. From unsightly median strips in the main street and potholes to graffiti and other maintenance concerns, this simple tool empowers you to take action.

Making an Impact

Since its inception, over 2 million reports have been submitted through Snap Send Solve - a clear demonstration of how many hands make light work Each report you send helps local authorities and councils quickly address the problem, ensuring our community stays in top shape.

So, the next time you spot an issue in Linton, don’t hesitate to snap a photo and send it through the app. Together, we can continue to make Linton a cleaner, safer, and more attractive place to live Download Snap Send Solve today and start making a difference!

LINTON AND DISTRICT CRAFT GROUP

Craft Group members have been sewing numerous pet coats and blankets for the Ballarat Animal Shelter and for sale. Here are 19 cat blankets made before lunch recently.

Next is this beautiful hand-stitched quilt from Jenny, taking her about a year to complete.

Meanwhile, Denise has been working on some more woollen socks in the cosy corner while the group works at the big table

The Linton & District Craft Group meets every Thursday at the Linton Community Hub, from 10am until 3pm. New members or curious visitors are always welcome to pop in, have a cuppa, and see what everyone is working on.

Which bin does it go in?

A Simple Guide for Golden Plains Shire Residents

Putting the right item in the right bin helps reduce landfill, protects recycling and keeps collection costs down.

�� YELLOW LID – MIXED RECYCLING

✅ YES

�� Cardboard boxes (flattened)

�� Paper and newspapers

�� Aluminium and steel cans

�� Plastic bottles and containers (empty)

�� Milk and juice cartons

�� Plastic takeaway containers (clean)

�� Shampoo, detergent and cleaning bottles

�� Aluminium foil and foil trays (clean)

❌ NO

�� Glass bottles or jars

�� Plastic bags or soft plastics

�� Polystyrene

�� Food scraps

�� Clothing or textiles

�� Garden waste

�� Nappies

�� Batteries or e-waste

�� PURPLE LID – GLASS ONLY

✅ YES

�� Glass bottles

�� Glass jars

(Empty. Rinse if possible. Lids removed.)

❌ NO

�� Drinking glasses

�� Pyrex or ovenproof glass

�� Ceramics or crockery

�� Mirrors

�� Light bulbs

�� Window glass

⚠ Remember

✔ Keep recycling loose – never bag it

✔ Empty containers before placing them in the recycling bin.

�� RED LID – GENERAL WASTE

✅ YES

�� Soft plastics

�� Nappies

�� Dust and vacuum waste

�� Pet waste

�� Toothbrushes

�� Broken crockery

�� Broken toys

�� Tissues and paper towel

❌ NO

�� Recyclables

�� Glass bottles and jars

�� Food and garden waste (when FOGO is available)

�� Batteries

�� Chemicals or paint

�� E-waste

�� LIME GREEN LID – FOGO

(Food Organics & Garden Organics –coming to Golden Plains)

✅ YES

�� Fruit and vegetable scraps

�� Bread and grains

☕ Coffee grounds and tea bags

�� Eggshells

�� Garden clippings

�� Leaves

�� Flowers

�� Small branches

❌ NO

�� Plastic bags

�� Glass

�� Metal

�� Pet waste

�� Nappies

�� Treated timber

GOLDBRUSH PAINTERS

Several members of the group made the journey by courtesy bus to attend the luncheon at the Golden Plains Civic Centre on June 2 in celebration of the closure of the Golden Spaces 2025 Winter Exhibition. The event was launched by the GPSC CEO Adam McSwain. Council’s Arts and Culture staff have mastered the intricacies of bubble wrapping valuable artworks prior to their return to the artists or their new owners. Those who could not make it on the day are able to pickup their work at The Well in Smythesdale

The following Saturday morning saw the latest iteration of the Golden Spaces with the 2026 Winter Exhibition being launched by the Mayor, Councillor Owen Sharkey It was a very well attended event along with five of the seven councillors being present. Food and refreshments were supplied by vendors from the Farmers Market

The Pyrenees Art Exhibition in Beaufort is over for another year and Daryl Davis was pleasantly surprised in being awarded 2nd prize in the oil painting section. This year was a big turnout with over 430 entries across the categories

Meanwhile, Friday morning’s attendances are steady and the available heaters are getting a workout

“There's no retirement for an artist, it's your way of living so there's no end to it” ― Henry Moore

LINTON & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Report for July 2026

The Society has had a relatively quiet month although we have continued to answer requests for family history information, as always

We hope that many of our readers have downloaded the app for our historic audio tours and are trying them out We have entered this project into the Victorian Community History Awards which will be judged in August so we’re hoping it will be considered as an innovative approach to history making.

Open days

Our next Open Days for 2026 will be on Sundays 12 July & 9 August 2-5pm, at the Resource Centre, 69 Sussex St

Find us on: Facebookhttps://www facebook com/lintonhistory Website - www lintonhistory org au E-Mail - enquiries@lintonhistory org au

LINTON & DISTRICT MEN’S SHED

When you are busy, time slips by. And, more of us are happy with the vac system, and hear it whirring away Small projects are less noticeable, unless large numbers are knocked out Bird feeders, breeding boxes, and items for home decoration

A rural post box big enough for a large animal under construction.

Seating benches keep breeding in house.

Now, the subject of items to make avian life easier. It's WINTER. Birds are behaving already as if time to mate Very frisky Trees are flowering

I have no answer, only observation

All the best for good health and warmth now and for this winter

Your Shed

LINTON EMERGENCY RELIEF PANTRY

Another month has brought plenty of variety – in the weather, the products we receive, and the quantities available While this sometimes leaves a few shelves looking a little sparse, our volunteers do a wonderful job of arranging everything to make the Pantry as welcoming and well-stocked as possible.

Visitor numbers have remained steady, although some popular items disappear very quickly To ensure everyone has a fair opportunity to access these items, we may introduce limits on the number of certain products each visitor can take Our two-bag limit also helps us share supplies fairly across the community.

We remain incredibly grateful to Foodbank for their ongoing support Like many organisations, they continue to face increasing demand, so we

appreciate every delivery they are able to provide. As always, when a delivery arrives, finding space for everything becomes a welcome challenge!

Our volunteers continue to be the heart of the Pantry Their generosity, good humour and willingness to help make a real difference every week. If you've ever wondered what happens behind the scenes, we'd be delighted to welcome you for a visit and show you how the Pantry operates

Thank you to everyone who supports the Pantry in so many different ways. We look forward to continuing to serve our community with a smile.

Your Pantry

PUZZLE PAGE

Crossword

Codeword

Each letter in the puzzle is represented by a number 1-26 Can you crack the code and solve the crossword?

Every letter of the alphabet is used at least once Three letters are already in place to get you started

Solutions on page 16

Introducing Rural Aid’s Berrybank Counsellor and Community

Rural Aid, in partnership with Berrybank Wind Farm, is pleased to welcome Lawrence Maskill as a local counsellor and community representative for Berrybank and nearby areas.

Rural Aid is here to support farmers and their families with practical help, mental health and wellbeing support, and by backing strong, connected communities - especially through tough times.

Lawrence will be out and about across the region, offering a down-to-earth, easy-to-access counselling service and getting to know locals along the way Whether you feel like stopping for a chat, sharing what’s been going on, or just having someone listen, she’s here for that

Representative

Lawrence is really looking forward to meeting people, hearing their stories, and working alongside the community to keep things strong now and into the future.

If you’re a farmer or part of a farming family, feel free to reach out or just drop in for a chat - no pressure, just support when you need it. Call Rural Aid on 1300 327 624 or visit www ruralaid org au

COMMUNITY GROUPS AND SERVICES

Coffee, Cake ‘n Chat

Join us at the Hub (former Shire Offices)

Tuesday mornings10.00am

$3 for bottomless coffee and cake

COMMUNITY GROUPS AND SERVICES

COMMUNITY GROUPS

Golden Woady Senior Citizens President: Doreen Ringin 5344 7474

Linton Cemetery Trust Secretary: Karen Ronan 0492 986 759 lintoncemetery@gmail com

Linton Fire Brigade Duty Officer: 5344 7384

Linton Historical Society President: Jill Wheeler 0439 895 939

Linton & District Men’s Shed President: Hank Tigges

Secretary: Daryll Lees lintonmensshed@gmail com 0447 390 556

Linton & District Progress Association lintonprogress@gmail.com

Linton & District Craft Group

Contact: Anne Turner turner tribe@bigpond com 0429 449 290

Linton Community Hub

Management Inc

Secretary: Janet Pathe jtpathe@gmail com

Linton Play Reading Group

David Clarke: 0447 310 565

Snake Valley CERT

Secretary/Team Leader: Simon Matthews 0411 274 623

SPORT AND RECREATION

Carngham Linton Football Netball Club

Secretary: Michael O’Beirne 0409 950 752

Linton Cricket Club

Aaron Kerr

Jim Munro 0457 894 066

Linton and District Bowling Club

President:

Craig Grenfell, 0409 956 326 Secretary: Eugene Grigg, 0429 620 406 Treasurer: Kevin Offer, 0407 528 270

Linton Recreation Reserve

Kirk McDonald 0408 843 964 Kirkmcdonald91@gmail com

Pickleball

Jenny Stuart: 0427 447 416 Every Monday except Easter Monday and the Monday before Christmas 10am to 11 30am in the Linton Stadium, $5 all equipment supplied, round robin style, all welcomed.

OTHER

Emergency Relief Pantry

Open 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday Daryll 0447 390 556

Goldbrush Painters

Daryl Davis 0474 070 792

Breaze Energy Solutions

Simon Reid 03 4309 4027

Country Fire Authority

Community Safety 5329 5515

Haddon and District Community House 5342 7050 haddonlearning org au Rick Bushell manager@haddonlearning org a u

Wildlife Carer

Liz Howard 0490 390 146

Snake Valley Astronomical Society and Observatory 825 Linton-Carngham Road, Snake Valley 0418 425 207 https://snakevalleyobservatory.w eebly com

PUZZLE SOLUTIONS

WHAT’S ON IN JULY

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