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Hello Hume’ns (The awesome people of the Hume area)
This week, we have part 2 of Rebecca’s story as well as a mish mash of various events there really is something for everyone this week. Enjoy the Hume in its fullest !!
In this week’s Humepulse edition:
21st century Council
Ottimo Bakery - Baking for Brain Cancer ( PART 2 )
A new business with a big heart
and more …..
Hume Council News & Events
Tip to temporarily close
Bolinda Road Resource Recovery Centre will be closed for site works from 4pm on Saturday 31 May and is expected to reopen at 8am on Wednesday 4th June. [ INFO ]
A 21st Century Council
See a free live demonstration showcasing how drone technology is being used for smarter, safer, and more efficient weed control—right here in Hume.
For tickets and details [ INFO ]
The Winter Lights festival is Back
If you have ever been a part of the White Night festivals that made these types of festivals popular well, Hume are doing their own version called the Hume Winter Lights Festival. [ INFO ]
Council events calendar for this week
For free events click Here
Humes Local Heroes
Each week, it strikes me how generous this area is. I discovered that we all have a big heart and support those in need. Why I am blown away is, we have locals going above and beyond for others. The Hume area has a generous spirit, and nobody points that out. Thank you, Awesome Hume’ns.
Baking for Brain Cancer Part 2
The Mentor and the Mentee
Last week we wrote Part 1 about the Awesome Hume’n Rebecca Bremner, who is the owner of Ottimo Bakery in Sunbury. This week is Part 2, about Rebecca’s story and why Ottimo Bakery even exists and why Rebecca chose to raise money for this cause. Last week’s recap: from an early age Rebecca found cooking and Baking which lead her to meet a very important person in her life. Meet John Reid.
Ever had someone in your corner, someone who helped you become more through their belief and passion. They were clapping for your achievements and lifted you up with their knowledge, they helped you to be confident about pursuing your dreams. Well that was John, he was a teacher and a mentor who wanted nothing but success for you.
John Reid was an extraordinary person in many ways. He was a titan in sourdough baking circles and has been an influence on an industry. Johns knowledge saw him to become a mentor to many, and held workshops, and that’s how Rebecca honed her craft.
Rebecca recounts an emotional memory
I was just about to say the last time I saw him was two weeks after my son was born, my youngest, and he said to me again “you need to start this bakery” and “I said, I do but I've got my hands full at the moment and once he's a bit older, that's what I want to do”. He said "I'll be here ready when you are”. So my last memory of John was him playing with my two-week-old son's feet.
That was a week before Victoria went into their first lockdown. Twelve months after that, John got diagnosed with brain cancer and at the end of that year he passed away. So it was very, very sudden for his family.
Brain cancer is such a devastating diagnosis to have which is why Rebecca is participating in the fundraiser on 31st of May. The statistics for survival haven’t improved for over 40 years and any contribution helps improve this outcome by getting the scientists that one step closer.
Stay tuned for Part 3 in next week’s edition. Touched again and closer this time!
Ottimo Bakery - 57 Oshanassy St, Sunbury - Open Wednesday to Saturday 8am - 2pm
A new business with a big heart
Italian Day for a Good Cause
Another business from the Hume area going above and beyond for a cause. Meet Joe from the Salsiccia brothers, a new food truck that sells authentic Italian food. This weekend Joe and his team will be at Bridges reserve in Coburg, fundraising for MS (Multiple Sclerosis). A disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. Please support Joe in his efforts to raise money for this deserving cause. Go down and try his beautiful food.
Bridges Reserve - Bell St Coburg - Salisccia Brothers - 25th May - 12pm - 4pm
Hume Local events
This week is a mish mash of awesome things to do so enjoy your weekend. Don’t do something I wouldn’t do. 😁😁
Friday 23rd May
Saturday 24th May
👟 Highlands parkrun with a Wild West adventure theme. Join the fun! YEEHAW! [ INFO ]
🎤 Brush up on your Italian as Forget Me Not Eatery will be hosting an Italian-themed night. [ INFO ]
🍷Bottomless Brunch is back @ 3 Social the 2 course Brunch experience is a must do !! [ INFO ]
🎶Ladies Day – 90s theme. Girls just want have Fun at the East Sunbury Football Club [ INFO ]
🚘Cars & Souvos @ D’s Souvlaki.. See some awesome cars and eat some fantastic food [ INFO ]
Sunday 25th May
What’s on ( Live )
BROADMEADOWS
Natalie Jay | 29th May | Broadmeadows Sporting Club 111 Sunset Blvd, Jacana starts 11 am
CRAIGIEBURN
Cop This | 24th May | Highlands Hotel Cnr Grand & Aitken Blvd, Craigieburn
CAMPBELLFIELD/ FAWKNER
The Krugers and Friends | 23rd May | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - (Bebes Bar) click for info
AC2ZZ | 23rd May | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info
3 Original Bands | 24th May | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - ( Bebes Bar) click for info
Cold Chisel with Power & the Passion | 24th May | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - ( Bebes Bar) click for info
Sunday Fundays - The Regular Boys | 25th May | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info
GLADSTONE PARK
Cop This | 23rd May | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park - 8pm [INFO]
Tequila Brothers | 24th May | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park 8pm [INFO]
Jason Old | 23rd May | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine 6pm
Myles Larsen | 24th May | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine 6pm
SUNBURY
Samantha Loyd | 24th May | EzyEats 1A/75 Vineyard Rd, Sunbury 6pm - 8pm
Trent Jansz | 23rd May | Olive Tree Hotel ,111 Evans Street, Sunbury 5pm - 8pm
DJ Letti | 24th May | Piano on Evans 67A Evans St, Sunbury 11pm
Elysium | 24th May | Screw It Wine Bar 73 O’Shanassy Street, Sunbury 8:30pm
The Stingrays | 24th May | Sunbury United Sporting Club 109 Mitchells Ln, Sunbury 7:30pm
Ramble Tamble Australian Creedence Show | 23rd May | Club Sunbury 49 Riddell Rd, Sunbury [ INFO ]
Jack & Sophie | 23rd May | Russo Estate 760 Holden Road , Diggers Rest 6pm - 9pm
Open Mic Night | 24th May | The Industrial 2/61 Mcdougall Road, Sunbury
TULLAMARINE / AIRPORT WEST
Bobby James - Golden Memories | 28th May | Skyways Hotel 113 Matthews Avenue, Airport West - 10am - Contact the venue direct 9338 1300 to book your tickets
Simon Phillips | 23rd May | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
Essendon Fields - 6:00pm - 9:00pmAnastasios | 24th May | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
Essendon Fields - 7:00 - 10:00 pmStella Mc Ivor | 25th May | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
Essendon Fields - 1:00pm - 4:00pm