Cemetery in decline
I would like to express my disappointment and despair at the state of the Euroa Cemetery.
Whilst attending several funerals over the past few months I've noticed a steady decline in the appearance of both the new and old cemeteries.
On a very recent trip to visit my parents' and family graves, I was absolutely saddened to find the grass in the lawn cemetery dead as well as extremely unkept in all regards.
The toilets were locked, one main gate closed and lanes barricaded.
It would be virtually impossible for elderly persons to visit loved ones unless their graves were close to the main through road.
Any one of us who have family interned at the Euroa cemetery have paid good money in good faith for it to be kept at a reasonable standard and shown dignity.
I know that there is a fully automatic watering system installed in the lawn section which I'm sure cost a considerable amount of money and yet goes unused.
I am also aware it has been a dry year but at least an attempt to keep the grass alive would be appreciated.
The new supposedly lawn section is an absolute disgrace.
I know I'm not alone in this matter, so maybe we all need to voice our opinions and let our frustrations be heard.
This is not a criticism of the local voluntary committee members.
Terry Tilton
Euroa
Red letter day unnecessary
I’m thinking I may not be the only ratepayer whose letterbox last Monday, 17 February had a third instalment notice for rates due on 28/02/2025.
The date of issue shows 07/02/2025.
All fine so far – but why the angry red printed "Arrears (due immediately)”?
Get your own house in order, Strathbogie Shire.
Cynthia Cato
Euroa
Nukes will drink too much
Some politicians propose replacing coal-fired power stations with nuclear reactors.
Even pro-nuclear group Nuclear for Australia concedes nuclear reactors use at least 1.2 times more water than comparable coal fired power, and the proposed reactors are much larger than existing coal plants, meaning water use could more than double.
Some suggest desalination plants to supply water for nuclear reactors, but this requires seawater, and nearly all the proposed reactor sites are a long way inland. Desalination is also extremely costly.
A core principle of Farmers for Climate Action is protecting regional water supplies and does not support making water scarcer or more expensive for farmers.
Natalie Collard
Farmers for Climate Action
No silver bullet for energy crisis
The Allan Labor Government sold Victorians a dream that the return of the State Electricity Commission (SEC) was the silver bullet to solve the energy crisis and provide Victorians with reliable and affordable energy.
Independent economic agency Moody’s has released a detailed report that highlights Victorian power bills are set to increase by 45 to 65 per cent over the next 10 years.
Currently the average Victorian household spends $1310 a year on electricity, so Victorian families will need to find an additional $851 a year to keep the lights on.
The reason for this is simply a result of poor decision making from the Allan Labor Government.
The Premier has put all her eggs in one basket by banning gas and pushing all Victorians onto electricity.
To make matters worse, Victoria’s energy grid is becoming less reliable as Labor turns off gas and coal power generation to rely solely on wind and solar.
While in theory this might be a good thing, Victoria simply does not have the infrastructure or the environment to support a 100 per cent weather-dependent energy grid.
The Nationals will take a well-thought out and commonsense energy policy to the next state election.
Danny O’Brien MP
Leader of The Nationals
The Dem's are back in town
I am sharing with the Euroa community my nomination as one of two Victorian-endorsed Senate candidates for the Australian Democrats at this year's federal election.
As a farmer and small business owner in central Victoria I recognize the challenges impacting business owners around the state.
I have spent a fair bit of time around Euroa and Wangaratta as state representative of the community not-for-profit organisation Rural Aid, visiting viticulturalists who were impacted by local bushfires.
I endeavour to visit Euroa very soon to meet the community and I will be speaking about women's voices in agriculture, which is something I strongly advocate for.
The current cost-of-living has widened the gap between the wealthiest and the less fortunate.
Victorians deserve more, which is why I am running for the Senate, to bring about positive change.
The Democrats' 1977 slogan "Keep the Bastards Honest" still rings true today and is the ideal that I aim to uphold in the Senate.
Carly Noble
Arnold
