Amenities
What: The Hall and kitchen are both available for Hire. It is suggested that the venue would be suitable for birthdays, weddings, large and small meetings, parties & dancing.
The facility is equipped with whiteboard, reverse cycle heating and air conditioning, ample large fold up tables and chairs, crockery, kitchen & cooking facilities with fridge and urn etc., in addition to an outside barbeque and pergola which are situated in the secure expansive grounds.
Where: The facility is located on Daly’s Road, Woodvale 3556
When: Bookings are available any time.
Cost: $50, plus Public Liability Insurance ($22), covers 3days for event.
Who: Contact Tel: 5446-8537
Woodvale Public Hall Pergola & BBQ Facilities
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What: Facilities include: Tennis Courts (one net permanently erected), sports oval, cricket pitch, playground, electric BBQ facilities & seating, shed, and public toilets (open 24/7).
Where: Janaways Road, Woodvale.
When: Local residents and visitors are welcome to use the Recreation Reserve and its facilities at any time. Reservations are available for hire for special functions.
Who: For bookings Contact: Tel: 5446- 8643.
Woodvale Tennis Courts
What: Senior and Junior Teams
Where: Woodvale Recreation Reserve, Janaways Road, Woodvale.
When: Meetings at the end of August to establish teams. Competition commences 1st week in October. Play days on Saturdays, new players are welcome.
Who: Contact Tel: 5442-5890.
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The Woodvale Rural Fire Brigade
What: CFA , Country Fire Authority Brigade Meetings
Where: Woodvale Fire Station, Cnr. Rileys Rd & Loddon Valley Hwy.
When: First Monday of each month, commencing 7:30pm
Who: Captain, Jim Hickson on Tel: 54462148 or 0427485884
The Woodvale Junior Fire Brigade
What: Junior Fire Brigade Meetings
Where: Woodvale Fire Station, Cnr. Rileys Rd & Loddon Valley Hwy.
When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month, (excl. school holidays).
Who: Contact Craig Dickason Tel: 5446-7036
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What: V-line Bus Service
Where: Booth Road Bus Shelter.
When: Outbound - Thursdays, Departure 11:48am, arriving Bendigo Railway Station at 12:20am
Return – Departs Bendigo Railway Station 12:20pm, arrive Booth Road 3:50pm
Fares: Full: $5.00 Return, Concession $2:40
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What: B-line Bus Service
The B Line bus service currently being trialled is under review. The service currently runs a regular timetabled bus route that operates daily from Raywood, via Sebastian and Woodvale to Eaglehawk. This service stops at the Booth Road and Janaways Road bus stop for Woodvale passengers.
The service runs on Tuesday’s and Fridays departing Raywood at 9.30am, (Woodvale 9:54am), and arriving in Eaglehawk at 10.00am where it will connect to normal Bendigo Buses.
On the return journey the bus will depart Eaglehawk at 2.48 and arrive back in Raywood at 3.20pm, (Woodvale 2:56pm). The extended service on Saturdays and school holidays will cease as of 30/6/2010 (Refer timetable .)
The trial was due to cease at the end of June, but has now been extended while the service is being reviewed by the Department of Transport. A revised timeatable will be in effect during the extension period, commencing 1/6/2010. Refer revised timetable: (extension)
If the trial be deemed a success, the Department of Transport may consider making the service permanent.
Timetable cards are available through at the City of Greater Bendigo Council offices,http://bendigo.vic.au , or click the following link for current timetable.
Timetable: B-Line Timetable (Valid until June 2010)
Fares: are $3.40 one way adult ($6.80 return) and $1.70 one way
concession ($3.40 return).
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Notleys Picnic and Camping Area
The Whipstick area is steeped in history, and there is much evidence of the gold-mining era, as well as the early eucalyptus oil industry.
Woodvale is fortunate to have as one of it's assets, the Notley's Reserve and Camping Ground for the enjoyment of both residents and visitors.
The ease of access, close proximity to Bendigo and Eaglehawk; and the diversity of natural and cultural values, make the State Park attractive to those interested in nature study, bird watching, walking, gold fossicking, picknicking, horse riding and camping.
The Notleys Reserve and Camping Area provide visitors with an ideal base from which to venture into nature and enjoy all the attributes of the Whipstick and Bendigo State Forest and take home with them wonderful memories of their camping and "bush setting"experience.
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Shadbolt Picnic Camping Area
Shadbolt Picnic area is a located at Woodvale in the beautiful surrounds of the Whipstick State Forest. Holding picnics in this pristine area give visitors the opportunity to view the unique and diverse Whipstick plant and fauna. The area contains a number of rare and endangered plant species, being the home to a very diverse fauna. The Parks' natural features attract visitors from Bendigo and tourists from further afield. The picnic area posesses the facilities to support an enjoyable day out with the family in quiet and enjoyable surroundings.
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Woodvale Community Notice Board
After significant lobbying by the Woodvale Progress Association, the community is fortunate to have been provided a "Community Notice Board" by the City of Greater Bendigo.
This notice board, in conjunction with this web site serves in promoting the community, events and activities in support of our residents and area.In addition the notice board will serve as a "general information" point for residents not equipped with computer facilities.
The notice board is managed by the Woodvale Progress Association on behalf of the community. Rules exist for appropriate and applicable content for display on the Community Notice Board, details of which can be viewed on the notice board itself, or by contacting the Secretary of the Woodvale Progress Association.
The Notice Board is located at the junction of Janaways and Raywood Road's Woodvale, immediately behind the new bus shelter at the above junction. Access to the notice board is restricted, being available throught the Association secretary.
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