October 22nd 2025
Mallee Border Health Centre
Di Thornton, Nurse Practitioner, is available by appointment on Tuesdays in Underbool. Appointments can be made by calling 08 85778065 or at www.malleeborderhealth.com.au
Bowls Notes
The Bowls Club hosted their annual Triples Tournament on Sunday which was another huge success. We had 72 players play, with teams represented from 14 visiting clubs.
Pennant this Saturday we have both 3rd & 4th Divisions playing at home.
3rd Division play Red Cliffs.
Robert Gloster (S), Cameron Gloster, Jack Pryse & Colin Aikman.
Steve Simmonds (S), John Stone, Jen Stone & Howard Crothers.
Col Lockett (S), Alan Stone, Ray Gloster & Steve Lynch.
4th Division play Euston.
Scott Brammer (S), Jennifer Wakefield, Lyn Pryse & Raelene Winslow.
Colleen Gloster (S), Marie Cummings, Jack Winslow & Alan Willsmore.
We will have a BBQ tea to follow Pennant, a salad would be appreciated, everyone most welcome.
MRCC Library Services
Help Shape the Future of Your Library!
We're developing a new library strategy - and we want to hear from YOU!
Join us for a Community Engagement Session to share your ideas, thoughts, and feedback on library services you'd love to see in Underbool and along the Mallee Track.
Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025
9am to 10:30am beside the Post Office/Spiilt Milk
11am to 1pm at the Underbool Linga Memorial Hall
Whether you're a book lover, regular library user or community advocate—your voice matters. Come along, have your say, and help us build a library that serves everyone.
Please also fill out in our online survey, before November at: https://yoursay.mildura.vic.gov.au/libraries-community-survey-2025
MRCC Underbool Library Police History Talk 11am Cuppa and Chat, History talk starts at 11.15am Tuesday 28th
RSVP to Rosemary on 0428 946394 would be appreciated if you are intending to come along. Thankyou
CFA Roster
October 2025 - 2nd Lieut Malcolm Crothers
26/10 Peter Lockett
v 2025 - 3rd Lieut Peter Lockett
02/11 Adam Kelly
09/11 Ron Jackson
16/11 Phil Aikman
23/11 Colin Lockett
30/11 Scott Brown
Underbool Progress Group
Tuesday 28th October 2025
11am Cuppa and Chat, 11.15am History Talk begins Underbool Linga Hall, 14 Malkin Ave Underbool
12.30pm Official Opening Lockup History display at Wayside Stop, Cotter Street, Underbool.
The Underbool Progress Group is pleased to announce the grand opening of the historic Underbool Police Lock-Up.
Join in the Library’s ‘Police in Underbool History 1930-1940’ talk by guest Heath Comrie, on Tuesday 28th October 2025 at 11:15am
At 12.30pm come to the wayside stop on Cotter Street where a short official opening ceremony of the Lockup display inside the old cell, will be held at the police lock-up.
Light refreshments to be provided at Spiilt Milk following the opening.
Brass band photos, programs, news clips etc
Do you have any Ouyen Brass Band memorabilia that we could scan, copy, & digitise for our history records.
Please could you put your items in an envelope/bag clearly labelled with your name and contact number and leave at the MRCC office Monday - Friday or at the History & Genealogy Centre when open on Fridays.
Please include any details you have relating to the items you leave. After we have recorded them, you will be contacted when they are ready for you to collect
contact Rosemary 0428946394 for more information
Seniors Festival
The Victorian Seniors Festival is a statewide initiative that celebrates ageing positively throughout the month of October and recognises the important contribution older people make to our community.
The Festival is an annual event and is an opportunity for people over 55 to learn what activities are available to them and to join clubs and groups in the local community.
[NB many events are open to community members of all ages.]
Mildura Rural City Council proudly presents a local program of events to mark the festival each year that embraces the theme Connect, Create, Celebrate.
View or download the MRCC Seniors Festival event program on this link -
https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Services/Aged-and-Disability-Services/Seniors-Festival
Mallee Track Seniors Events - October 2025
[These events are listed on p18-20 of MRCC Seniors Festival events booklet.]
Ukulele Fun at Ouyen Library – Thursday 2.30pm, 9 October, Monday 2.30pm, 27 October
FREE Ouyen Library, MRCC Ouyen Customer Service Centre, 79 Oke Street
Bookings essential
Let us know if you have your own ukelele to bring - we will have some to share.
Do you have a ukelele tucked away in your cupboard? Bring it along to the Ouyen Library and join
the fun and learn a few songs together. Beginners welcome. No experience required.
Contact 03 5018 8600 for bookings or more information.
Come and try Brass – Monday 4.30pm and 6.30pm, 27 October
FREE at The Torrita Building, 71 Oke Street Ouyen
Brass band members will warmly welcome you and offer a chance to try brass instruments, guiding you as you explore making sounds. A selection of percussion instruments may also be available for hands-on fun.
Observe the brass band any time during their practice session between 7pm to 8pm.
A great opportunity to discover music in an inviting, supportive setting for all ages.
Contact Sue on 0477 498 972 for more information.
Police in History Talk at Underbool Library – Tuesday 11:15am, 28 October
FREE at Underbool Library, Underbool-Linga Hall, enter via west door.
Bookings preferred. Light refreshments provided.
Join guest speaker Heath Comrie as he explores the rich history of policing in our local area, 1920 – 1940.
RSVP to Rosemary on 0428 946394 would be appreciated if you are intending to come along. Thankyou
Underbool Lockup and Police History Revealed! – Tuesday 12.30pm, 28 October
FREE at Underbool Lockup Cell, Cotter Street Underbool
This event is the official opening of the police history display that has been developed within the lockup cell and directly follows on from Heath Comrie’s talk at the Underbool Library. Speeches will give an overview of the project, outlining the background and history relating to the Lockup cell.
After this, people will be welcome to explore the history display inside the cell and talk to visiting police officers and members of the Progress Group. Sign the visitors book and enjoy some light refreshments.
Contact Joan on 0427 946 310 for more information.
Music Stars Bright at Ouyen Library – Thursday 10.15am, 30 October
FREE Ouyen Library, MRCC Ouyen Customer Service Centre, 79 Oke Street, Ouyen
Bookings preferred Light refreshments provided
Enjoy a morning of entertainment at Ouyen Library with musical items presented by local students from Ouyen P-12 College and Mildura Christian College.
Contact 03 5018 8600 for more information
Typist next week–29th October 2025 Helen Gloster – dhgloster@bigpond.com
October 15th 2025
Mallee Border Health Centre
Di Thornton, Nurse Practitioner, is available by appointment on Tuesdays in Underbool. Appointments can be made by calling 08 85778065 or at www.malleeborderhealth.com.au
Bowls Notes
We had Pennant at home last Saturday with mixed results.
3rd Division went down by 10 shots overall to Euston, losing 2 rinks and 1 rink winning.
4th Division fared better against Coomealla winning by 1 shot overall, with 1 rink winning by 11 shots & the other going down by 10 shots.
Pennant next Saturday, 3rd Division has a bye.
Division 4 side play Mildura 6 at Mildura.
Colleen Gloster (S), Marie Cummings, Jack Winslow & Alan Willsmore.
Scott Brammer (S), Noelene Crow, Lyn Pryse & Jack Pryse.
Our annual Triples Tournament is next Sunday, at this stage we have 2 full fills of 6 rinks, so we will have 72 players from surrounding clubs playing.
MRCC Library Services
Help Shape the Future of Your Library!
We're developing a new library strategy - and we want to hear from YOU!
Join us for a Community Engagement Session to share your ideas, thoughts, and feedback on library services you'd love to see in Underbool and along the Mallee Track.
Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025
9am to 10:30am beside the Post Office/Spiilt Milk
11am to 1pm at the Underbool Linga Memorial Hall
Whether you're a book lover, regular library user or community advocate—your voice matters. Come along, have your say, and help us build a library that serves everyone.
Please also fill out in our online survey, before November at: https://yoursay.mildura.vic.gov.au/libraries-community-survey-2025
CFA Roster
October 2025 - 2nd Lieut Malcolm Crothers
19/10 Cameron Gloster
26/10 Peter Lockett
Nov 2025 - 3rd Lieut Peter Lockett
02/11 Adam Kelly
09/11 Ron Jackson
16/11 Phil Aikman
23/11 Colin Lockett
30/11 Scott Brown
Underbool Progress Group
Tuesday 28th October 2025
11am cuppa, chat, 11.15am History Talk at the library
Underbool Linga Hall, 14 Malkin Ave Underbool
12.30pm official opening of the Lockup History display at Wayside stop, Cotter Street, Underbool
The Underbool Progress Group is pleased to announce the grand opening of the historic Underbool Police Lock-Up.
Join the library session Tuesday 28th October 2025 at 11am for a cuppa and chat prior to Heath Comrie’s presentation of police history in Underbool 1920-1940, at the Underbool Linga Hall, 14 Malkin Ave Underbool.
At 12.30pm come to the Wayside Stop (on west side of the public toilets) for a short opening ceremony at the police lock-up and perusal of the history displayed inside.
Light refreshments to be provided at Spiilt Milk following the opening.
Brass band photos or news clips etc
Do you have any Ouyen Brass Band memorabilia that we could scan, copy, & digitise for our history records.
Please could you put your items in an envelope/bag clearly labelled with your name and contact number and leave at the MRCC office Monday - Friday or at the History & Genealogy Centre when open on Fridays.
Please include any details you have relating to the items you leave. After we have recorded them, you will be contacted when they are ready for you to collect
contact Rosemary 0428946394 for more information
Seniors Festival
The Victorian Seniors Festival is a statewide initiative that celebrates ageing positively throughout the month of October and recognises the important contribution older people make to our community.
The Festival is an annual event and is an opportunity for people over 55 to learn what activities are available to them and to join clubs and groups in the local community.
[NB many events are open to community members of all ages.]
Mildura Rural City Council proudly presents a local program of events to mark the festival each year that embraces the theme Connect, Create, Celebrate.
View or download the MRCC Seniors Festival event program on this link -
https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Services/Aged-and-Disability-Services/Seniors-Festival
Mallee Track Seniors Events - October 2025
[These events are listed on p18-20 of MRCC Seniors Festival events booklet.]
Ukulele Fun at Ouyen Library – Monday 2.30pm, 27 October
FREE Ouyen Library, MRCC Ouyen Customer Service Centre, 79 Oke Street
Bookings essential
Let us know if you have your own ukelele to bring - we will have some to share.
Do you have a ukelele tucked away in your cupboard? Bring it along to the Ouyen Library and join
the fun and learn a few songs together. Beginners welcome. No experience required.
Contact 03 5018 8600 for bookings or more information.
Cinema at the Library – Thursday 10am, 16 October
FREE at Ouyen Library, MRCC Ouyen Customer Service Centre, 79 Oke Street, Ouyen
Bookings preferred. Light refreshments provided.
Experience a delightful, cinematic morning featuring a captivating movie.
Contact 03 5018 8600 for more information.
Come and try Brass – Monday 4.30pm and 6.30pm, 27 October
FREE at The Torrita Building, 71 Oke Street Ouyen
Brass band members will warmly welcome you and offer a chance to try brass instruments, guiding you as you explore making sounds. A selection of percussion instruments may also be available for hands-on fun.
Observe the brass band any time during their practice session between 7pm to 8pm.
A great opportunity to discover music in an inviting, supportive setting for all ages.
Contact Sue on 0477 498 972 for more information.
Police in History Talk at Underbool Library – Tuesday 11am, 28 October
FREE at Underbool Library, Underbool-Linga Hall, enter via west door
Bookings preferred. Light refreshments provided.
Join guest speaker Heath Comrie as he explores the rich history of policing in our local area.
Contact 03 5018 8600 or 5018 8350 for more information.
Underbool Lockup and Police History Revealed! – Tuesday 12.30pm, 28 October
FREE at Underbool Lockup Cell, Cotter Street Underbool
This event is the official opening of the police history display that has been developed within the lockup cell and directly follows on from Heath Comrie’s talk at the Underbool Library. Speeches will give an overview of the project, outlining the background and history relating to the Lockup cell.
After this, people will be welcome to explore the history display inside the cell and talk to visiting police officers and members of the Progress Group. Sign the visitors book and enjoy some light refreshments.
Contact Joan on 0427 946 310 for more information.
Music Stars Bright at Ouyen Library – Thursday 10.15am, 30 October
FREE Ouyen Library, MRCC Ouyen Customer Service Centre, 79 Oke Street, Ouyen
Bookings preferred Light refreshments provided
Enjoy a morning of entertainment at Ouyen Library with musical items presented by local students from Ouyen P-12 College and Mildura Christian College.
Contact 03 5018 8600 to RSVP
Typist next week–22nd October 2025
Helen Gloster – dhgloster@bigpond.com