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Bridge Art Project

The committee meets at The Mill on the second Thursday of the month (May 11 next meeting).

Community members are invited to join as a Friend of BAP and attend.

Excitement and hard work guaranteed as we develop our new $6 million community art gallery in Moama.

Visit www.bridgeartproject.com.au or phone Lynne 0411 412 440.

Echuca Moama Model Railroaders

The Echuca Moama Model Railroaders is a group of model train enthusiasts who meet on the second Thursday of the month at Rotary Park at 7.30pm.

For more information, phone Bruce on 0409 520 116 or email emmrtrain@gmail.com

Rich River TOWN Club

Rich River TOWN Club (Take Off Weight Naturally) meets at the Apex Park room in Echuca on Wednesday at 9.30am.

For more information, phone Helen Murray on 0409 333 366.

Barmah Brumby Preservation Group, Picola

The Barmah Brumby Preservation Group is holding an open day on Saturday, May 6 from 9am to 4.30pm at Thorpes Lane, Yielima.

The open day will feature an array of activities, including a sausage sizzle and horses on site.

For more information on the day, phone Julie Pridmore on 0458 696 490.

School holiday activities at Echuca Library

There are lots of fun activities planned for the April school holidays at Echuca Library.

Bookings are essential, as places are limited, and can be made online, in person or by phoning 5481 2400.

If you need to cancel your booking, please contact the library. Children need to be accompanied by an adult or carer during all activities.

Activities

Wednesday, April 19, 1pm: Finger Puppets

Wednesday, April 19, 5.30pm to 7.30pm: Pizza and Games

Thursday, April 20, 11am: Baby Rhymetime

Thursday, April 20, 2.30pm: Movie Afternoon

Friday, April 21, 10.30am: Storytime

Friday, April 21, 2.30pm: 3D Paper Animals

Tongala Shire Hall — Shrine of Remembrance Exhibition

A touring exhibition from the Shrine of Remembrance, Changed Forever: Legacies of Conflict, is now in Tongala.

The exhibition interweaves stories of migrants from war-torn countries and recent veterans of overseas service, reflecting the range and depth of experiences of conflict.

Through paintings, sculpture, music, multimedia, poetry and photographs, these personal stories illustrate the effect of global and civil conflict on our society today.

Location: Tongala Shire Hall, 92-96 Mangan St

Dates: From now until May 20.

Times: 11am to 3pm (except during Week 4 from May 3 to 6 where the exhibition will run from 5pm to 9pm).

Cost: Free

Anzac Day with Echuca RSL

The event starts the night before at 6pm on Monday, April 24, with the Guides and other volunteers doing an all-night vigil at the shrine, which encourages others to come along and support this first-of-its-kind event in Echuca.

Volunteers for the night vigil can contact Mikaela Kraan on 0421 326 592.

Next is the Dawn Service at 5.45am on Anzac Day for about 30 minutes, with the Echuca Scouts providing a hearty ‘Gunfire Breakfast’ from approximately 6.15am to 9am.

The Anzac Day March starts at 10.40am from the pedestrian lights on Hare St near the Tattslotto shop and marchers need to be on the roadway in their respective groups or individually by 10.35am sharp.

March to the cenotaph and main service commences at 11am.

Seating will be available for the elderly and veterans first, with the service expected to be a little shorter this year, about 40 minutes.

Two-up will be at the American Hotel from about 1.30pm onwards.

Any groups wishing to lay a wreath are asked to contact RSL secretary Maggie Stewart on 0419 136 126 to put their name on the list by April 23, and individuals may lay wreaths at the completion of the groups.

The Foundry Arts Space

The Foundry Arts Space is hosting a soft sculpture workshop with artist Olivia Lawton, who is currently exhibiting in the gallery.

Free for people between the ages of 12 and 25, the workshop will be held on Saturday, April 22, from 10am to 1pm.

Make your own bird’s nest using hand-weaving and sewing techniques.

The workshop is inspired by the best weavers and hand (or beak) builders of the world: birds.

The Foundry Arts Space is located at 13-17 Murray Esplanade, Echuca.

To book, email thefoundry@emai.com.au

A Brush with the Past

The artists in this exhibition have recreated masterpieces from the past, by emulating the skills of the original artists.

They have learnt much about their colour palettes, composition, techniques and mediums — knowledge they will bring to their own works in the future.

The exhibition will be open until July 1 at the Alton Gallery, 111 Hare St. Echuca. Gallery hours are Fridays, 10am to 2pm, Saturdays, 10am to 1pm, or by appointment.

Entry is free and all paintings are for sale.

Inquiries to 0439 460 690.

Lockington & District Living Heritage Complex’s 25th Vintage Rally

The Lockington & District Living Heritage Complex’s 25th Vintage Rally will be held on Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23 (this weekend).

On show will be vintage engines, tractors and farm machinery, trucks, cars and motorcycles, collectibles and 100 years of ‘Farmall’.

The ‘Show n Shine’ will be held on Saturday from 1pm to 3pm.

A Garden Art Display: people are invited to make and bring garden art made of materials over 25 years old. The creator can be younger.

Food and drinks available, as is eftpos.

Entry $10, primary students free when accompanied by an adult.

Exhibitors free.

Also in town will be a scarecrow competition, town garage sales and an art show.

Lockington & District Living Heritage Complex is located at 2-10 Market St, Lockington.

Echuca-Moama Family History Group

Echuca-Moama Family History Group is now located at 6 Meninya St in Moama.

This building is part of the old Murray River Council buildings in front of the Sound Shell.

Our research rooms are open for family history research on Monday and Friday from 11am to 3pm.

We have experienced researchers who can provide guidance to beginners, and also members of the public who are experienced in family history.

We can access further information both locally, Australia-wide and internationally.

We have an extensive local database, as well as access to many genealogical and family history databases and websites.

Contact Judy 0408 335 186 for more information.

ENH lunches

Echuca Neighbourhood House community lunches, held Mondays (dine-in) and Wednesdays (takeaway) at noon, at our 39 Landsborough St premises.

Phone: 5482 6914. Cost: $2 a head.

Echuca Moama Gift — Expressions of interest

Expressions of interest are being called for people interested in a potential pro running event in Echuca Moama.

It would be part of the Victorian Athletic League season.

People with experience in managing different aspects of events and/or athletics would be welcomed. Get in at the early stages, while all is up for discussion.

People to help form the first volunteer committee and help establish an incorporated association for running the event would especially be welcomed.

Also inquiries from existing clubs who are interested in helping.

Please contact Michael on (03) 4410 8124 (Please leave a message if not answered) or email michcos@optusnet.com.au

Expressions of interest close on May 1.

Echuca Moama Twin Rivers Probus Club

Have you wondered what Probus is all about?

Put simply, it is a gathering of retired people wishing to make new friends and join with them on organised social outings.

We offer many activities, including indoor bowls, cards, garden lovers, dining, coffee mornings, day trips to local attractions and short-break caravan/cabin trips.

You don’t have to join in with them all, just whatever takes your interest.

We meet on the first Monday of each month at the Echuca Workers Club at 10am.

Phone Bruce Haines on 0428 862 217 for more information.

Item repair café

Do you need a small repair on a garment, or a tool sharpened, or advice on what can be done to repair a loved item?

The Uniting Church and St Mary’s Parish Care for Creation group are offering you an alternative to sending items to landfill.

Bring your items to the Repair Café and consult our volunteer repairers.

Venue: Uniting Church Hall, corner Pakenham and Hare Sts, Echuca.

Dates: May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12 and September 9. Hours: 10am to noon.

For more information, or to offer to volunteer, phone Cecilia Merrigan on 0400 863 190.

Echuca Wool and Craft Group

The Echuca Wool and Craft Group meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at Alton Gallery at 10am.

Members enjoy sharing skills and knowledge related to wool crafts, including spinning, weaving, knitting and crochet.

We also hold dyeing days, attend local wool shows and donate items to various charities.

Phone Wendy on 0427 320 062 or Irene on 0419 844 088 for more information.

Kyabram Croquet Club

Playing times from April to September 2023 are:

Tuesdays and Fridays at 9.30am for 10am and Sundays at 1pm for 1.30pm. New players welcome.

Contact Di Smyth on 0417 514 611 for further information

Cuppa and chat

A friendly, informal catch-up on Tuesdays from 10am at the Salvation Army Hall, Sturt St, Echuca.

For more information, contact 5482 6722.

Echuca Dance Group

Ballroom dance lessons for beginners (and those who have forgotten) will continue on Thursdays at Neighbourhood House (formerly Echuca Senior Citizens Centre), 39 Landsborough St, Echuca, at 6.30pm. Cost is $5 per lesson.

To register your interest or for more information, contact Dave on 0419 374 627.

The weekly social dancing program will continue each Wednesday in the Parquetry Room at Moama Bowling Club, with improvers’ lessons from 6.15pm and social dancing from 7.15pm.

ASA Echuca Discussion Group

The Echuca Discussion Group of the Australian Shareholders Association meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Caledonian Hotel, Echuca, from 10am to noon.

Interesting guest speakers and discussions.

For more information contact convenor Geoff on 5853 1940 or email campapseasa@gmail.com

Moama Cemetery Volunteers Group

Moama Cemetery Volunteers Group meets at the Moama Cemetery on the first Saturday of each month from 9am until around 11.30am, finishing with a cuppa.

The group helps keep the grounds and older graves tidy, helps in the general maintenance of the cemetery and researches older burials.

There is a job for every age and capability. New volunteers are always welcome.

Echuca indoor bias bowls

Indoor bias bowls are held at Echuca Senior Citizens Centre on Friday from 9.30am to noon and Saturday from 1.30pm to 4pm.

New players are welcome.

Names to be in by 9am on 5482 4179.

Echuca Moama Centennial Probus Club

New in town? Are you looking for new friends? Look no further. Echuca Moama Centennial Probus Club is here for you to enjoy.

We are a friendly, lively and fun group of retired people offering an interesting and varied array of activities and social outings.

Definitely something to suit everyone.

Bike riding, golf, walking groups, crafty capers, wine and dine, caravan/cabin short breaks away and more. Echuca Moama Centennial Probus Club Inc welcomes you.

Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month at Rich River Golf Club from 10am.

For more information phone our secretary, Colleen, on 0428 546 754.

Ulysses Motorcycle Club Echuca branch

If you’re over 40, have a motorcycle licence and are looking for social motorcycle adventures, come along to a Saturday coffee at the corner of High and Leslie Sts at 10am and introduce yourself.

For more information, phone Terry on 0400 263 932.

Riverlife and Romance exhibition

The small screen classic All The Rivers Run will set sail for one last trip as a highlight of the Echuca Historical Society’s Riverlife and Romance exhibition, featuring the wedding gown worn in the series.

From now through to May 31, the Echuca Historical Society’s exhibition will showcase the stories of the pioneers who played such a vital role in the growth of what we now know as the Murray-Darling Basin — and highlight many industries associated with river life.

Where: Echuca Historical Society Museum, 1 Dickson St, Echuca.

When: Daily from 10am to 2pm.

Further information: www.echucahistoricalsociety.org.au email: eh.soc@bigpond.com or phone 5480 1325.

Campaspe Murray Probus Club

Do you enjoy meeting people in a happy and safe place? Why not give Campaspe Murray Probus Club a try? You will be made welcome.

We enjoy many varied activities, including bus and caravan trips for the adventurers, coffee mornings, walks, cards and lunches. It’s all about fun, friendship and fellowship for active retirees.

We meet on the second Monday of the month at 10am at Rich River Golf Club.

For more information, phone Michael on 0490 772 562.

Echuca Moama squash

Squash courts are located at the Echuca College stadium.

Competition is held during school term times on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Courts are opened by volunteers on a Sunday at 10am and Monday at 6.30pm.

Contact Marlene on 0416 288 767 or email info@echucamoamasquash.com.au for further information.

Echuca Moama and District Probus Club

Echuca Moama and District Probus Club is the founding club of four Probus clubs in the area and is looking to expand its membership.

The club meets on the last Monday of the month at Rich River Golf Club at 10am, with the exception of December.

It meets for morning tea on the first Monday of the month at various venues, as it tries to support all businesses in the area. It meets for lunch on the Monday before the meeting, again at a venue around town.

If anyone is interested in becoming a member of the club, phone Val Cosway on 0409 416 078 to find out where that month’s venues are.

River Voices Choir

River Voices Choir is a community choir with a wide selection of chorale music, singing harmonies.

The choir meets weekly on a Sunday afternoon during school terms at the Uniting Church chapel in Hare St, Echuca.

It is professionally led and has performed in concerts, Anzac Day services, aged care homes and its annual Christmas carols.

The choir is seeking new members.

For information, phone Glenys on 0438 871 438 or email rivervoicesechuca@gmail.com

Echuca TOWN Club

Echuca TOWN Club (Take Off Weight Naturally) meets every Monday at 5.30pm at the Echuca Senior Citizens Hall at 39 Landsborough St, Echuca.

For more information, phone Judi on 0477 120 158.

Echuca Moama Stroke Support Group

The Echuca Moama Stroke Support Group meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the ERH Education Centre from 10am to 11am.

It is an opportunity for stroke survivors, carers and family members to attend for light-hearted chat and a get-together.

For further information, phone Dave on 0475 388 986.

Campaspe Quilters

The Campaspe Quilters group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Echuca Library meeting room at 7pm.

For more information, phone Deb on 0409 527 463 or Kris on 0407 029 895.

Al-Anon meeting

A meeting for the relatives and friends of problem drinkers is held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10.30am to noon in the St James’ Anglican Church Hall, 31 Maiden St, Moama.

For more information, visit: www.al-anon.org.au

Echuca and District Historical Vehicle Club Inc swap meet

The car club is holding its annual swap meet on Saturday, April 22.

A total of 200 sites are available, although some have been booked by sellers since the very beginning.

It will be at Rotary Park and there are food vans, coffee, lots of car parts and collectables and entertainment, with a band performing.

Gates open at 5am for sellers and 7am for buyers, and entry is $5.

Kids under 15 will be admitted free.

If you are interested in a site, cost is $20 — phone 0456 010 665 or email echucaswap@outlook.com

Breast cancer support group

The Wild Orchids Breast Cancer Support Group meets on the last Thursday of the month at 10am at the Caledonian Hotel in Hare St, Echuca.

For more information, phone Jeanette on 0417 317 893.

Rich River Quilters and Friends

Rich River Quilters and Friends meets every Monday at the Echuca Village Hall from 9am to noon.

We are a friendly group that does patchwork, textile art, knitting and a variety of crafts.

New members welcome.

Contact secretary Judy on 0409 538 461 or email richriverquilters@gmail.com

Moama Bowling Club indoor bias bowls

Indoor bias bowls are held each Tuesday and Thursday at 6.30pm at Moama Bowling Club. Members and visitors welcome. Names in by 6pm.

Bella A’Capella

Bella A’Capella is a small choir of enthusiastic singers who meet every Monday night at the Uniting Church Hall on the corner of Hare and Pakenham Sts, Echuca.

Newcomers are most welcome, any Monday at 7pm. We meet all year except for a six-week break in the middle of winter.

Follow the choir on Facebook or phone 0458 916 910.

Wild Orchids Walking Group

WOW meets at the Echuca Visitor Information Centre at 2 Heygarth St, Echuca, at 10am every Monday.

For more information, phone Maryann on 0438 812 339.

Echuca Bridge Club

Echuca Bridge Club has weekly duplicate tournaments on Wednesday and Thursday starting at 4pm, with hand records always available.

The club uses BridgePads, so scores are available within a few seconds of the end of each session and are then emailed to all participants and uploaded.

For more information, phone Chris Turner on 0409 008 612.

Support your community radio station

EMFM 104.7 has a new home at the Echuca East community precinct in Sutton St, Echuca.

EMFM broadcasts to Echuca, Moama, Mathoura, Torrumbarry, Lockington, Elmore and Kyabram.

It is on air 24/7 and is run by a team of dedicated volunteers.

You can purchase a membership at: https://radioemfm.org.au/membership