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ISSUE 1133 FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2019

All roads lead to the festival SOME of the team behind this year’s Bendigo Writers Festival paid homage to art of another kind this week. They reworked The Beatles’ Abbey Road album cover to draw attention to this weekend’s event. It wasn’t Abbey Road, but our very own View Street they chose to cross, sure to be a very busy site over the weekend – See Pages 6 and 7.

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THE City Of Greater Bendigo could be hit with a $35,000 water bill to top-up a dwindling Crusoe Reservoir ahead of what is expected to be a long, hot summer. The water storage is at approximately 37 per cent capacity, and needs to be replenished to at least 50 per cent before summer so that users can continue to make the most of its cooling waters. While rainfall during the past three months has been slightly above average, Crusoe Reservoir’s declining level has prompted calls

for a top-up to boost storage levels. City of Greater Bendigo Parks and Open Space manager Paul Gangell said this cost needs to be considered against other demands

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and is working with Coliban Water to secure water for the coming summer season if required,” Mr Gangell said. Owner operator of Stillwater Paddleboards and avid water user

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“The community needs to get involved and say they’re going to use the reservoir,” Ms Makar said. “This is thrown back on the community and if we want these great facilities, then we have to use them,” she said. If the water levels continue to drop, the reservoir is at risk of becoming untenable for long distance swimmers, canoers and paddle boarders. “It’s not fun to go around in circles. Once the water gets too shallow, it reduces the area that can be used,” Ms Makar said. Continued Page 4

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FATHER ROB ABLAZE SANDHURST priest Rob Galea performed at the Ulumbarra Theatre on Tuesday for more than 600 Catholic primary school students as part of the Ablaze Youth Festival. The full-scale concert was for grade five and six students from 12 central Victorian schools and was the first time the concert included an event for primary students. Students from Bendigo’s St Kilian’s, St Peter’s, St Therese’s, St Francis of the Fields, St Joseph’s, St Liborius, St Monica’s, Holy Rosary and Marist College attended. The theme for the event was Listen and reflects on the 2019 Sandhurst diocese theme of Listen with the Ear of your Heart. The Ablaze Youth Day is an initiative of Catholic Education Sandhurst to reach out to young people, providing a forum that combines live music, engaging speakers and a chance for students to celebrate and learn about their faith.

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Sale beefed up THE Bendigo Livestock Exchange had its first prime cattle sale on Monday morning, a shift from the traditional Tuesday timeslot, as part of a three month trial. Changing times in the meat and livestock industry has brought about the

change, with around 200 cattle sold per weekly sale. Throughout the three week trial, the cattle sale will start at 8.30am and aim to finish at 9am, with the prime lamb sale to follow at 9.30am.

FIVE year 11 students from Bendigo Senior Secondary College will attend the prestigious National Youth Science Forum in Canberra and Brisbane in January. BSSC’s successful applicants are Corey Lionis, Philippa Bywaters, Haden Kneller, Lauren White and Cameron Lee. NYSF brings together the cream of the scientific community with the most enthusiastic future Australian scientists in programs held at Canberra’s ANU and Brisbane’s UQ. Positions at NYSF are highly sought after by Science students around Australia. The students are sponsored by the combined Rotary Clubs of Bendigo; the selection process takes around six months and involves applications and a number of interviews.

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WAITING times to access Bendigo Health’s dental services have been slashed to their lowest point in six years thanks to a focus on patient centered care. Manager of Dental Services at Bendigo Health Kate Basilewsky said a shift in the service’s model of care is behind the change. “We have tried to focus on preventative oral health and that’s made a real difference to our pa-

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tients,” Ms Basilewsky said. The announcement comes during Dental Health Week, with Bendigo Health promoting good oral health and eager to inform the community of their eligibility to access the service. Current healthcare or pension card holders can access the public dental clinic, with children under 13 years of age also eligible.

Access to the service is either via a general course of care, such as check ups, extractions and fillings or a denture service. Wait times for the denture service were as long as two years, but patients can now expect to be seen in 12 months, while general care wait times are now five months. Elizabeth Day recently accessed the service for the first time

and didn’t know about it until her neighbour mentioned it. “I’m grateful the service is available for concession holders,” Ms Day said. A general check, clean and fillings have been part of the service Ms Day has received and she’s been pleased with the results. “It’s very easy to access and the service has been absolutely bril-

liant,” she said. Managing a public dental service can be challenging, but Ms Basilewsky said that Bendigo Health is delivering the services its patients seek. “We want to have easy access and make sure that we are meeting patients’ needs. We want people to access public dental services,” she said. For more information and to register, call 5454 7994 or visit bendigohealth.org.au/dentalservices

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NEW EXHIBITION: Bendigo Art Gallery director Jessica Bridgfoot and collections manager Sarah Brown. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Shaping fashion at the gallery NEW Bendigo Art Gallery director Jessica Bridgfoot was on hand on Monday to welcome two exhibits from the gallery’s latest exhibition Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion. The event runs from August 17 to November 10. Meanwhile, the Weekly took time out for lunch with Ms Bridgfoot to find out about her path to success – Bendigo Gallery Pages 8 and 9.

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USE IT OR LOSE IT: Water will not be replenished unless use increases. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Reservoir hits a water low 3From Page 1 A decision to not replenish water to the reservoir could have impacts on the health and wellbeing of its current users, Ms Makar said. “If you stop an activity, people might lose their motivation to do an exercise because the environment isn’t appropriate for them,” she said. Council has said it will continue to

monitor the water levels until early spring to determine if water is required for the coming summer. Upcoming events at the Crusoe Reservoir include the Goldfields Cross Triathlon on Saturday, November 23, with a swimming leg integral to the event. Crusoe Reservoir is part of a 210-hectare area surrounded by the Greater Bendigo National Park and is frequented by water users, joggers, walkers, cyclists and anglers.

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FEDERAL member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said Bendigo is in the midst of a GP and primary care crisis. Ms Chesters has called on the federal government to adopt recommendations from a recent Medicare Benefits Schedule review that would see nurse practitioners better utilised across the medical workforce. “Greater access to nurse practitioners across central Victoria would relieve pressures on local GPs and emergency waiting

rooms,” Ms Chesters said. The review recommendations include enabling nurse practitioners to work in areas with reduced access to health services and ensure they are better integrated in primary care settings, such as GP clinics. The president of the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners Leanne Boase said nurse practitioners are trained in nursing care, but build upon that with advanced practice skills. “Nurse practitioners can offer similar services to GPs. That is not to say they are a substitute, but

they take a holistic and nursing approach,” Ms Boase said. A nurse practitioner is a registered nurse with experience in a

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need,” Ms Boase said. Ms Chesters said embedding more nurse practitioners within our community would ease the burden on health services that are already strained across the region. “This is a crisis of the gov-

ernment’s own making. When it comes to this review, it is a stroke of a pen to implement the recommendations of the review,” she said. The Medicare Benefits Schedule review taskforce was established in 2015 to consider how more than 5700 items on the MBS can be aligned with modern clinical evidence and practice to improve health outcomes. After recommendations are made by the taskforce, the government considers the recommendations and will often conduct further consultation.

Kindergarten team rallies to the cause THE Golden Square Kindergarten community is rallying together to support a student who has been diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour. The four-year-old’s family received news of her diagnosis of DIPG earlier this year, with the kinder hoping to raise funds to help them make happy memories and see Tarnie’s dreams come true. They’re hosting a major family fun day at Parky’s Wonderland in Junortoun on Sunday, August 18 from 10am to 2pm, and holding a raffle with over

$3000 in donated prizes. Educator Donna Spillman said students, staff and parents were devastated to hear the news, and wanted to do something to help. “We are a real community here, so we are all feeling it,” she said. “The support from the whole kinder and the wider Bendigo community has been incredible.” To buy raffle tickets or book tickets to the fundraiser, call 5443 7668 or visit Golden Square Kindergarten’s Facebook page.

HONOUR: June McMillin, Aylene Kirkwood OAM, Shaaron Opie, Joy Mildren, Elaine Harrington and Bev Hanson. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Rewarded for service to heritage SIX members of the Eaglehawk Heritage Society received long service awards at a recent annual general meeting. Ruth Claridge, Bev Hanson, Elaine Harrington, Aylene Kirkwood and June McMillin all received certificates for 25 years of service, with Joy Mildren receiving a 20-year certificate. The Eaglehawk Heritage Society

was formed in 1994 as a result of a municipal restructure that saw the Borough of Eaglehawk amalgamated with neighbouring councils to form the City of Greater Bendigo. Society secretary Bev Hanson said many of the certificate recipients were foundation members. “The society was set up to keep Eaglehawk’s identity,” Ms Hanson said.

Library talks, school tours, family history tours and research queries are just some of the tasks undertaken by the society. “Being a huge gold mining area, lots of people want to trace back their family’s roots,” Ms Hanson said. “We find that a lot of people buying a new home want to know its history, and we help with that,” she said.

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Discover your new home in Bendigo Metricon display now open COLLECTIVE WORKS: Amy Doak, centre, with councillors and other contributors to the book.

Goldfields the main theme THE start of the Bendigo Writers Festival was celebrated by the launch of an anthology of short stories written by central Victorian writers. The anthology, which features the work of 11 local writers, was presented to Mayor Margaret O’Rourke, councillors and festival organisers to mark the start of the festival week. Titled Goldfields: A collection of treasures, the anthology is the brainchild of Amy Doak, Bendigo Magazine crea-

tor, who also publishes Little One magazine and a series of books. The criteria was that the stories have some sort of reference to the goldfields and works by authors such as Sally Abbott, Carmel Bird and John Charalambous, have been published. Manager of Capital Venues and Events David Lloyd said the Goldfields book celebrated a wealth of home grown talent in the region. “Amy’s curiosity, her passion for writing, her profound interest in places and

people, is inspiring,” he said. “She is building from the ground up in central Victoria a unique writing and publishing culture that is celebrated in this new collection.” Contributors to the book will read excerpts from their stories at Bendigo’s Best Bits to be held at the Bendigo Bowls Club. It will be hosted by Em Burgess-Gilchrist from 9.30pm to 10.30pm on Saturday, August 10 and is a free event.

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THE Bendigo Writers Festival is an annual three-day event which gathers writers for discussions about every kind of writing under the sun. It’s an end-of-winter celebration that warms up the beautiful central Victorian region with a friendly, exuberant, tempting program for young and old. This year it’s a packed program with 150 speakers in more than seven venues. Simultaneous sessions on each day make it easy to find something to suit

your interests, with Australian and international writers talking on everything from poetry to politics. A festival pass gives access to all pass and ticketed events throughout the three days of the Bendigo Writers Festival and costs $120. Main venues are Ulumbarra Theatre Bendigo, The Capital Theatre, Bendigo Bowls Club, and the La Trobe Art Institute. More details on tickets and events at www.bendigowritersfestival.com.au

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Obsession published DOMINIC Smith’s latest novel The Electric Hotel, is the result of several years’ worth of obsession and research. On the origins of the novel, he said, “I’ve long been interested in the gaps and silences of history and with The Electric Hotel, I tapped into an entire missing layer of cinematic history,” he said. “The Library of Congress reports that more than 75 per cent of all silent films are lost forever, so I began with a single question: what if there is a masterpiece we have never seen? “That was the leaping off point for this book and for several years of research that took me from the cliffs of Fort Lee, New Jersey to the childhood home of the Lumière brothers to a town in northern Italy that hosts the world’s largest silent film festival every year.” The bounty of his research is reflected in a love story between Claude Ballard, an agent for the Lumière brothers, and an actress Sabine Montrose. The Electric Hotel follows on from Smith’s award-winning The Last Painting of Sara de Vos. Smith grew up in Sydney and now lives

FILM HISTORIAN: Dominic Smith. in Seattle, Washington. The Last Painting of Sara de Vos, was a New York Times Bestseller and a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice. It was also named the Literary Fiction Book of the Year as part of the Australian Book Industry Awards. The Electric Hotel lives up to his literary standards. Smith will appear in two sessions at the Bendigo Writers Festival Saturday, August 10, 8pm Strategem Studio – The Silents Were Golden Sunday, August 11, 10am Bendigo Bank Theatre – Electric Hotel

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ONE of the most attractive programs attached to the Bendigo Writers Festival is the Vox Bendigo Book, Young Writers Anthology. Now in its fourth year, the anthology consists of short stories written by students from across the region. Students are asked to write pieces which this year were judged by Penny Davies, councillor Rod Fyffe and Valerie Broad. Many schools now incorporate the writing task into their curriculum, resulting in whole classes submitting pieces for consideration. Each year the theme changes. “Gold” is this year’s theme and the previous

three have been “My Place”, “The Tree” and “Curious”. The age range of this year’s contributors is from eight to 16 years and 16 schools are represented.

Wanting to extend the children’s involvement in the Writers Festival, director Rosemary Sorensen said the Vox Bendigo Book creates a lasting record of the wonderful writing local children are producing. The book is supported by the Rotary Club of Bendigo and professionally designed and printed by local publisher Jacqui Lynch. “The launch event, which on Wednesday, was one of the most pleasing parts of the whole project,” Vox Bendigo Book editor Cecile Shanahan said. “There was just pure pride and joy on show by parents and family members and students.”

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Best dressed for success EXCITEMENT with a touch of tension was starting to build at the Bendigo Art Gallery earlier this week as staff began the business of unpacking the newly arrived garments to be displayed in the next fashion exhibition, Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion. Gallery director Jessica Bridgfoot said the garments, sent from the Victoria and Albert Museum, had to acclimatise in the shipping crates inside the gallery before they could actually be unpacked. Ms Bridgfoot said the textiles were fragile and the gallery had to be careful as extreme changes of temperature could effect the integrity of the dresses. Unusually, the garments have been sent already fitted on the mannequins, Ms Bridgfoot said. “This means we don’t have to alter the garments to fit the mannequins.” Cristobal Balenciaga came from the Basque region of northern Spain and was introduced to fashion by his seamstress mother. He began a tailoring apprenticeship when he was 12 in the resort of San Sebastian and opened his own fashion house 10 years later.

SHAPING FASHION: Cristobal Balenciaga.

DELICATE WORK: Two dresses were previewed this week. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN Ms Bridgfoot said this background underscored Balenciaga’s understanding of structuring garments. “He always believed that women didn’t have to have perfect bodies to wear his clothes, but rather the dresses had to do the work for them.

“Apparently the actress Ava Gardner took to her bed when she heard that Balenciaga had retired.” The gallery had unpacked two gorgeous examples pieces for previewing. The embroidered dress made in 1962 was worn by Belinda Blew-

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Jones, the Viscountess Lambton in 1962. It’s hourglass shape, contours and attention to detail are classic examples of Balenciaga’s style. The red dress was made in 1955, and, like the embroidered frock, has a distinct Spanish influence. The exhibition will also feature examples of Balenciaga’s revolutionary shapes such as the tunic, the sack and the baby doll. The exhibition also explores the lasting impact of Balenciaga through the work of designers he influenced across the last 50 years. Balenciaga:Shaping Fashion Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo, August 17 – November 10.

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SPECULATION was rife when the Bendigo Art Gallery was interviewing to replace its former director. Jessica Bridgfoot had been working for the gallery for three years as a curator and says she came from a position of advantage when it came to applying for the position. Given Karen Quinlan’s formidable reputation as someone who put the gallery on Australia’s cultural map, her replacement needed to be a person of exceptional calibre. Finally, after interviewing some 50 applicants from central Victoria, Australia and overseas, the panel found the successful candidate in their own backyard, and Ms Bridgfoot was appointed “I spent those three years thinking about the gallery and how we could extend Karen’s vision,” Ms Bridgfoot said. “I put my hat in the ring twice for the job and the second time was asked in for an interview. “I was notified by phone about the success of the interview. I tried to quietly go back to work but I was exploding on the inside with excitement. I couldn’t really relax until after the press call. And Mum couldn’t go out in public in case she told someone, she was so excited. “That Friday night we bought a bottle of excellent champagne to celebrate. I went from elation to fear and back again.” When the Weekly invited Ms Bridgfoot to choose a restaurant where we could have lunch and a chat, she quickly nominated Bunja Thai. “My mum Sandy McLennan started the restaurant in the 1990s and sold it in about 2000. “It was traditional dining then and I had great fun working the floor and wearing impractical things like white jeans. “Mum was very ambitious and used various spaces as an art gallery.” Ms Bridgfoot said her mother has been a considerable role model in her life. “Mum eventually sold the restaurant and went back to teaching art at Camp Hill primary school.” After graduating from Bendigo Senior Secondary College, Ms Bridgfoot studied Visual Arts at Monash University and a Masters of Arts Management at Melbourne University. Study was followed by travelling and working overseas. Ms Bridgfoot returned to Bendigo 12 years ago. “I thought I’d create my own op-

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portunity as a curator. That’s when I had the idea of converting one of the View Street shops into the Alluvial Gallery. I used to live upstairs and the toilet was in the laneway. Mum called it my garret years. I didn’t starve but I was living hand to mouth,” Ms Bridgfoot said. Back in Melbourne she worked in Newport at the Substation gallery in its visual arts program and then freelanced as a curator after her second child was born. It was in her capacity as a freelance curator that she pitched the New Histories exhibition to Karen Quinlan, who was so impressed with the result that she employed Ms Bridgfoot as a full-time curator. Ms Bridgfoot said she was confident about the content of her application because of the strength and cohesiveness of the gallery team. She said she has plans to extend the size of the gallery, which continues to grow in terms of visitor numbers. “We have great partnerships with institutions such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, but we are making new relationships as well.” On her appointment, the city’s

strategy and growth director Bernie O’Sullivan said Ms Bridgfoot’s vision to raise the gallery’s engagement and visitor experience through digital platforms, diverse programming and education made her a stand out choice for the director’s position. Ms Bridgfoot, 38, believes there has been a shift in the Bendigo’s demographic with younger families moving back to the city. “Some of them are economic refugees from Melbourne but the result is a great feeling of energy and change.” Ms Bridgfoot lives in Kyneton with her partner Peter Trott, a furniture craftsman. “Peter and I met in Melbourne several years ago,” she said. Her six-year-old daughter is named Sunday after the artist Sunday Reid and her son Jude is four years old. As far as relaxing is concerned she said her children are wonderfully distracting. She also runs and loves reading. As well as having specific plans for our gallery’s future, there’s no doubt Ms Bridgfoot has the charm and confidence to promote its growth.

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An eye on the future A FREE technology forum and performance on August 20 invites you to explore and experience what it would be like to be human in 100 years’ time. Attendees to Humans 2.0 can check out tech artefacts and prototypes and have a conversation with an avatar, experience vision with a bionic eye, learn how health care is embracing nanotechnology and dance-off with artificial intelligence. Bendigo Tech School director Graeme Wiggins said

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ficers with several positions that have been identified for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. “Project firefighters are on the frontline fighting bushfires, conducting planned burns and undertaking roadside vegetation and fire trail maintenance,” Mr Parker said. “No two days are the same, and this is a great opportunity to learn new skills and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that helps protect communities in central Victoria. “Successful recruits receive comprehensive training and get the opportunity to work with experienced personnel from a range of fire management agencies. “Our firefighters are men

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ment, Land, Water and Planning, Parks Victoria, Melbourne Water and VicForests who have a fire role in addition to their normal duties. “These roles will help deliver our Safer Together program and ensure we work with regional communities to deliver the best outcomes for the community.” Employment is full-time for a period of up to 26 weeks, generally starting between November and April. Applications close on Sunday, August 25. For further information and to apply visit www.jobs.careers. vic.gov.au/pff or call 136 186. TEAM PLAYER: Project firefighters are needed in the region.

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Progress is impossible without change IN the past 15 years, Victoria experienced 22 toddler deaths plus more than 60 toddlers were left with permanent brain injury, after accidents in backyard pools and spas. These tragedies affect parents, brothers, sisters, grandparents, extended family, friends and connections – the ripples spread to literally hundreds of Victorians every year. Drowning is the most common cause of death from injury in children aged one to four. Pools and spas are where most of these fatalities occur. Most drownings occur in yards without correctly maintained barriers, or that have no fence at all. The majority of Victorian pool fences aren’t compliant with Victorian law. Councils randomly inspect pool fences – the most common results report between 80-100 per cent fail. Successful experiences elsewhere prove that this traumatic scenario is largely preventable, or in the least can be significantly reduced with correctly maintained fencing. Self-regulation of pool fences does not work. To prevent drownings, we need mandatory independent inspections of all pool and spas. Importantly, most non-compliant fences simply need adjustment to the gate, which can be done by the homeowner at no cost. Don’t listen to sensationalist media commentators getting in a flap about the cost. To put things in perspective a modest Victorian pool costs around $30,000. Plus another $20,000 for a fence, decking and landscaping. Then add around $800 each year to maintain it. Is a few hundred dollars – once every three years – unaffordable? Most toddlers who die get through a non-compliant gate. Maintain the gates, don’t tie it back or prop it open with a brick. We also need to accept there will be frustrating system glitches as the new regulations are rolled out. There will likely be interpretations of the new regulations that will cause angst to a minority of those fortunate enough to enjoy a pool or spa in their yards. Everybody accepts that car owners have an obligation to keep their vehicles roadworthy. We need to start thinking the same way about pool and spa owners, we can’t be complacent about protecting toddlers. In 1970, the Victorian govern-

ment was the first in the world to introduce compulsory seat belts. Within 14 months, the other Australian states followed suit and then most of the Western world. Many Victorians were up in arms at the time, raging at the violation of their civil liberties. Few are complaining now because the regulations save lives and untold trauma for survivors. Mandatory pool fence inspections will do the same in this state. The premier, the minister and VBA should be heartily congratulated for keeping our kids safe. Brendan Watkins, Past CEO Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Victoria

Crunching the figures THE mayor and the CEO in their introduction to the 2019-20 council budget reassuringly claimed, “One of the city’s most important roles is providing critical services to the community … the $190 million budget will continue to fund … road and drainage construction and maintenance”. Really? At what level? My council budget records reliably go back to 2007-08 and expose a disturbing trend. For the past 12 years, apart from rain event years, councillors have progressively diluted critical road, drainage, and bridge infrastructure services expenditure. Let’s compare 2019-20 budget figures with 2007-08 (brackets − inflation adjusted today’s dollar value). Roads 2019-20 $15.6M, 200708 ($18.3M); drainage $3.8M ($3.5M); bridges $0.6M ($1.2M). Total 2019-20 expenditure $20M; 2007-08 $23M, $3M more. Worryingly, council’s strategic resource plan shows expenditure will fall further behind to around $18M per year for the next three years. Why these reductions despite a 20 per cent population increase, revenue leaping $45M in today’s dollars, works’ costs exceeding inflation, and a backlog of tens of millions of roads, drainage, bridge and local creek flood mitigation works? In my opinion no less than 20 per cent of council’s budget ($38M 2019-20) needs to be set aside for the public arteries within Greater Bendigo’s 3000 square kilometres – sealing roads; new footpaths and drainage; and the maintenance of thousands of kilometres of sealed and unsealed roads, hundreds of kilometres of channel, under-

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Political spin SCOTT Morrison’s election-win speech was “I did it for you the battlers, the hard working people, we listened to what you want.” Just another waffle of political spin. The tax cuts aren’t going to the real low income earners, people on Centrelink payments miss out, low income earners miss out and so on. He had so much to say about Labor in attacking the rich the pen-

sioners with a lot of scaremongering, and what has he done to pensioners with the deeming rate? He’s refused to look at increasing Centrelink payments other than to say it’s better to have a job. The unrealistic aspects that people are asked to do is impossible in regional and rural areas. The amount of interviews and job applications takes time, money and effort when there, are in a lot of cases, no jobs (I mean real jobs) not casual part time employment, ones that you can earn a decent wage. Now it appears that he is not going to support Australia’s first Indigenous Minister Ken Wyatt on reconciliation of the nation’s first people. At least Kevin Rudd did apologise to the stolen generation. We had a referendum on whether we changed from the Monarchy system to a Republic system, recently we wasted a lot of money on a plebiscite on marriage equality, then why don’t you put this to the nation for their opinion. Why hasn’t he got the decency to do the right thing? In some ways Pauline Hanson’s position on immigration is right on the mark with a lot of people. The old saying is charity starts at home, and there are a lot of Australians doing it far tougher than a lot of immigrants.

I am not saying we shouldn’t have migrants but at this point of time our own people and the Indigenous people are not being supported. So it’s about time Mr Morrison started governing and be a prime minister for all Australians, and maybe that will be a miracle. Ivan Kitt, Bendigo

On the money I THINK Murray McPhie’s letter “That’s my money” last week was, if you’ll forgive the pun – “right on the money”. Extremely generous of our beloved premier to donate $400,000 of taxpayers’ hard earned towards the building of the “supermosque” here in Bendigo. But why stop there? I know, for example, that St John’s Presbyterian Church in Forest Street requires money for much needed repairs and upkeep. I am sure they would be happy to receive even a portion of Mr Andrew’s generous payout to the mosque. But perhaps Christian churches, which aren’t the flavour of the month, don’t qualify ? Eric Lakey, Bendigo

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All that glitters Editorial Comment

THE Bendigo Writers Festival will be staged across the weekend and the event continues its remarkable rise to becoming one of regional Australia’s best festivals. The Weekly is proud to have been a part of this iconic event from its very beginning and to have helped it grow from an idea hatched firstly by now festival director Rosemary Sorensen, in conjunction with support from the City of Greater Bendigo and La Trobe University. The festival has expanded into surrounding townships, it has offered up random guest speaker opportunities at other times of the year, and it continues to challenge us all to think more broadly and to be open to the ideas of others. In an era where many predicted

FULL PROGRAM: There’s plenty to see. the decline of books, our authors and speakers have been treated like rock stars from audiences eager to hear and learn more. Writers festivals do not just happen by accident, and this is our mo-

ment to say thank you to everyone who has contributed in any way towards making the Bendigo Writers Festival the spectacular celebration it is today. We have attracted some of the world’s most acclaimed authors to our city, alongside local writers and contributors who have all shared their experiences and thoughts as part of the festival. Some speakers have been challenging, and have challenged their audiences with what they have said, but the exchange of ideas, the promotion of differences and the belief in the power of the written word has never been far from the lofty goals and ambitions of the steering committee. In a society that celebrates sports stars, celebrities and even politicians, the celebration of the works and thoughts of academics, authors, students, journalists and anyone else is both welcome and long overdue.

opinion By KRISTY HESS

FOR the past few years, a team of researchers at Deakin University has taken an active interest in the Bendigo Weekly and its role in generating social cohesion in times of division and conflict; such as plans for a mosque in Bendigo city. Academic literature across the Western world highlights the important function news media outlets play in informing local audiences, promoting voices outside of capital cities and connecting people with their community. Some do it better than others. These days, facebook is the greatest rival to local newspapers in serving as the anchor point for people to connect. Increasingly, it’s also become a central platform where people access news and information. As a result, the social media giant has been gobbling up valuable advertising dollars that once supported local journalism. That’s not to say local news outlets themselves are not partly responsible

for things like lost advertising revenue; we all know there are areas where all platforms of media can improve when it comes to local coverage. But local, independent news remains essential to communities. However, it’s the very survival of quality local news providers that has policymakers, industry and academics most worried. Unlike Bendigo, which has a relatively diverse

lic issues. So what do to? There have been two recent announcements in the ACCC’s Digital Platform Inquiry final report that relate to the future of local news and preventing its demise. Firstly, the ACCC suggested the federal government establish a $50 million annual fund to support local news outlets that best serve their communities. Secondly, the report

We need you to tell us how your media can serve you best in a digital era. news eco-system with two newspapers, commercial and ABC radio; there are many areas across the nation without independent news services. A recent report by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has highlighted that in the past decade more than 100 local newspapers have shut their doors, leaving 21 local government areas without an independent news provider to inform citizens of important pub-

suggested tax incentives for philanthropic groups and organisations who support local news, which is where my role as researcher comes into play. I am leading the Deakin University team who will explore innovative ways to support non-daily newspapers, like the Bendigo Weekly, to adapt to and thrive in the digital era. It’s part of a study supported by a $211,000 grant from the Australian Research Council’s Linkage Pro-

gram, with support from Country Press Australia as well. In the coming months we will need your help in Bendigo. Too often the views of everyday audiences are overlooked in policy decisions about the future of news in local communities. We need you to tell us how your media can serve you best in a digital era. We want to hear your opinions and suggestions so they can be included in an innovations agenda to support and improve local journalism. So please, have conversations with your friends and family about the role of local newspapers whenever you can; talk about the reasons you as a reader engage with your local newspaper and who should pay for its survival. Kristy Hess is an associate professor of communication at Deakin University, Geelong. She will head up a major national research project on the future of local newspapers that involves audience consultation in 2020.

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LIFETIME IN THE NEWS: Chris Mayor. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN By GRACE AICKEN IN a residential aged care home in Bendigo, Chris Mayor sat holding a piece of paper. “This was an interview I did with the mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1950. That’s 69 years ago,” Mr Mayor said. At 90-years-of-age, the former journalist has led an incredible life and is as astute as ever. Born in 1928, Mr Mayor possessed a desire to help others and became involved with global organisation Initiatives of Change at the age of 18. Mr Mayor said the aim was to encourage people to take initiative to change what they see as wrong in society, beginning with themselves. “We all have things in our own lives that need to change, so the idea is not to point your finger at another person because there’ll be three pointing back at you,” he said. It was Mr Mayor’s involvement

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The joy of music

IF you enjoy listening to a handsome Italian tenor with a superb voice in the vein of Mario Lanza, then Mark Vincent is your man. He first came to Australian’s attention when he won Australia’s Got Talent in 2009 and has since released nine albums. His last album, A Tribute to Mario Lanza, contains the ground breaking “virtual duet” of Because You’re Mine with the Hollywood legend. Ahead of his Bendigo appearance, Vincent told the Weekly that as a young boy his main inspiration was his late grandfather, Bruno, who raised him in Sydney and taught him how to sing. “My grandfather always believed that I could go the distance with my singing career. He knew there was something special about me and always said that I was going to be a person that people around the world would always remember,” Vincent said. “He was my inspiration and always brought the best out of me. He would make me practise every day, which included weekends. When kids were playing outside, he would make me stand in front of a mirror and do my scales.” He started classical

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TRIBUTE: Mark Vincent will sing in Bendigo. Photo: SONY MUSIC training when he was 10 years old. “It never came easy but I have been with my same singing teacher for 14 years. Her name is Janette Gould, she always seems to bring the best out of me. She is a soprano and at the

age of 85 she can still sing like a bird. “My first public performance was at my parish church at Caringbah. I was in year six and I sang The Prayer for grandparents’ day. I will never forget that moment.

I was so nervous but I got through it. Everyone in the church cried. “My poor family had to put up with my singing for years. I would always sing to them so I could get their opinion if I was singing in pitch. My family is always proud of me, which means a lot. Vincent said his culture plays a big part in his singing. “I always say that music was born in Italy. Italian singers like Mario Lanza, Pavarotti and many other Italian tenors would always sing with their heart and with so much feeling,” he said. “They told stories with their singing. It was all truthful and it touched your heart. “My ultimate career ambition is to crack it overseas. I would like to show the world what I can do. I want to experience more of the overseas culture. This is my dream.” Vincent believes that music brings out the joy in people, “Especially when life gets tough, music is a great healer,” he said. You can see Mark Vincent perform Sunday, August 25, 2pm at the Capital Theatre. – Dianne Dempsey

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Suspicious minds A NEARLY NORMAL FAMILY MT Edvardsson Macmillan $29.99 “STELLA Sandell is under reasonable suspicion for murder.” They’re the words no parent contemplates ever having to hear: that courtroom proclamation by a stranger that a beloved child is facing one of the most serious charges imaginable. For pastor Adam and criminal lawyer Ulrika, life in the southern Swedish university city of Lund has always been comfortingly unremarkable. White-collar professionals with an upper-class income and an easy-going, stable suburban lifestyle, the Sandells holiday abroad in winter, dine out regularly at their local Italian restaurant and enjoy cycling together along Lund’s cobblestoned streets. Stella has just completed her final year of high school, an occasionally tempestuous teenager employed part-time as a sales assistant at H&M as she saves for a long-awaited gap year in Asia. Suddenly, though, over the course of only a few days the family’s world begins to unravel. It starts with a missed work shift here, an early-hours arrival

home from an evening out with her best friend there. Then Stella lists her brandnew pink Vespa scooter – an 18th-birthday gift from her mother and father – for sale online. This is a side of their daughter Adam and Ulrika don’t recognise. But worse is to come. A phone call late one Saturday night informs the couple that their little girl is being held in police custody, accused of having stabbed a prominent local businessman – the son of a well-known law professor, no less. Surely Stella is no killer? Adam and Ulrika can’t conceive of a future with her in prison. Yet unanswered questions begin to pile up, not least of all surrounding the fate of a piece of potential evidence: an apparently blood-spattered favourite shirt. It’s a moral dilemma for the normally upstanding Sandells: exactly how far will the average person go, and what will they overlook, to defend someone they love? – Rosalea Ryan

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AGGERTS Discount Carpets & Vinyls’ Trevor and Dora Taggert have barely caught their breath after their successful “Salebration” sale earlier this year, celebrating 30 years of supplying quality and competitively priced floor coverings throughout the region. Vinyls still start at just $15 a metre, with plenty of bargains ready to be to be had throughout their Sandhurst Road store. And remember if it’s not in stock they can order it in for you from their trusted suppliers. Carpet, sheet vinyl, vinyl planks and rubber tiles it’s all here along with good old-fashioned service, being the secret to Taggerts’ longevity and success which first started from a farm shed in Woodvale. “Currently we have some great specials

on wool and wool-blend carpets with a natural and luxurious feel, providing style and warmth to any room,” Trevor said. They can even advise customers about the most cost-effective, flooring solutions for their particular needs, as well as assistance with colour selection. “The cheapest carpet is not always the best, especially if it’s going to wear out in a couple of years.” And for customers seeking genuine value, Taggerts always have a clearance sale under way on various discontinued or discount lines. Taggerts Discount Carpets & Vinyls, with more than 700 rolls of stock, open Monday to Friday and late Saturday mornings at 18 to 20 Sandhurst Road, California Gully, phone 5446 1416.

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Bendigo, Ken has established an inevitable reputation, confirmed by the numerous testimonials on his Facebook page. Ken’s extensive cleaning experience, along with his knowledge of stains and how to remove them using a variety of products ensures a quality cleaning job, second to none. He not only cleans carpets but furniture, mattresses and car interiors as well. Ken recognises that punctuality is important to many of his clients and will readily work around your busy schedule, to provide a professional and courteous cleaning service. So for a prompt and thorough clean for your home or business at a truly competitive price, phone Ken on 5442 7474 or 0417 399 801. www.kenscleaning.com.au

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“We are the cheapest clinic in Bendigo for desexing with cat castration costing $75 and cat spey costing $125,” Paula said. “Dog castrations start at $140 and dog speys from $170.” Snip & Chip also offer litter health checked, vaccination and microchipping services. Puppy litters are $65 per puppy and kittens $58 per kitten. So what are you waiting for? And did you know microchipped pets are 20 times more likely to be returned to their owners, and vaccinated and desexed pets lead longer and healthier lives? For further information and prices visit the website www.snipandchip.com.au. Bookings available online at www. snipandchip.com.au/booking.

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Who’s New

ALEXIS LOUISE FELDTMANN GOY

LILLIAN FLORENCE JEFFRIES

was born at

St John of God

July 31, 2019

August 2, 2019

2964 grams

3170 grams

Daughter of Sally Goy

Daughter of Adele

and Emma Feldtmann

and Matt Jeffries

of Longlea.

of Epsom.

LUNA JANE BEATTIE

GEORGIA LEE KOUTSINTAS

POPPY MAY MCGREGOR

AMELIA JEAN KNIGHT

was born at

Bendigo Health

August 3, 2019

August 4, 2019

2896 grams

3477 grams

Daughter of Sophie

Daughter of Kirsty

Meadows and

and Lucas Knight

Dominic McGregor

of Flora Hill.

of Huntly.

was born at Bendigo Health August 5, 2019 3376 grams Daughter of Toni Honeychurch and Peter Koutsintas of Kyneton. Sister for Dakoda and Tia.

of Golden Square.

Sister for Piper.

MADELYN EVIE BERNS

ADELINE RUBY PASK

THEODORE PAUL HENDY-ZARB

CHARLES ALLAN MAJOR

was born at Bendigo Health August 5, 2019 2830 grams Daughter of Emma Berns and Robert Wild of California Gully. Sister for Lachlan and Caitlin..

was born at Bendigo Health August 4, 2019 3706 grams Daughter of Hayley Allan and Mathew Pask of Epsom. Sister for Imogen and Sofia.

was born at

Bendigo Health

August 8, 2019

August 5, 2019

3713 grams

3655 grams

Son of Madeline Zarb

Son of Cherice and

and Cameron Hendy

Brendan Major

of Malmsbury.

of Rochester.

THEODORE JAMES HANCOCK

BABY SINGH

EMERSYN ROSE RADOVIC

MARLEY WATTS

was born at

Bendigo Health

August 6, 2019

August 5, 2019

3834 grams

2867 grams

Son of Jaki and

Son of Sandeep Kaur

Josh Hancock

and Raideep Singh

of Kangaroo Flat.

of North Bendigo.

Brother for Poppy.

Brother for Samseet.

was born at Bendigo Health August 6, 2019 3298 grams Daughter of Chloe Sayle and Adrian Radovic of California Gully. Sister for Kasen.

was born at Bendigo Health August 6, 2019 2201 grams Daughter of Miranda Watts and Jeremy Gray of Castlemaine. Sister for Chris, Morrison and Ezmerellda.

Royal Woman’s Hospital July 31, 2019 3010 grams Daughter of Leanne and Adam Beattie

EVIE RYAN

Bendigo Weekly

was born at Bendigo Health August 5, 2019 2530 grams

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But the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in My name, He shall teach you all things and bring all things to your remembrance, whatever I have said to you. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

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FARM LABOURER

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Men and women eyeing the prize By NICHOLAS NAKOS

THE Bendigo Braves men and women will play in preliminary finals this weekend in their pursuit of an NBL1 Championship. The Braves women had to play two games last weekend to progress after losing to the Kilsyth Cobras in a big upset last Friday night. A 42-33 lead at half time wasn’t enough for Bendigo, who played poorly in the second half, surrendering 52 points to lose 85-70. Three Braves starters played the entire game, with substitute Gabby Turner the only bench player used. Guard Tessa Lavey said the team was disappointed with their performance on Friday night but bounced back on Sunday. “We came out and we weren’t ready to play. We

had to adjust quickly and we were ready to go on Sunday,” Lavey said. Lavey applauded the Cobras for their scouting of the Braves and said they did everything right. “Kilsyth knew who to help off, where to help from and they doubled the bigs a lot and we didn’t adjust quick enough,” she said. The Braves bounced back against Knox last Sunday to set up a showdown against the Supercats in Geelong on Sunday. A 26-17 second quarter set up victory, with Tess Lavey top scoring with 20 points as part of a balanced scoring display from the Braves, with all five starters registering double figures. The Braves men’s dream finals series has continued with a win at Kilsyth.

After finishing the home and away season in eighth spot, Bendigo has defied its standing to reach the final four and a showdown at Frankston. A monster first quarter gave the Braves plenty of momentum as they took a 33-18 to the first break. Captain Ray Turner was immense with a 17/20 shooting performance, knocking down 37 points and grabbing 12 boards. “Our job since day one has been to get to the championship game and win,” Turner said. The Braves have played their best basketball in the latter part of the season, with their fighting spirit proving key. “Everyone is starting to understand their role. I just don’t want to lose. I have to give it all I can,” Turner said.

PRESSURE’S ON: Gabrielle Turner keeps hold of the ball versus Kilsyth. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

SHUTTLECOCKS IN FLIGHT

TOP SPOT: Josh Brown pitches for Bendigo East.

Falcons swoop on Dodgers THE Falcons outlasted the Strathfieldsaye Dodgers in a pivotal Division 1 baseball clash last Sunday with a 10-5 win in Strathfieldsaye. In an interesting management decision, the Dodgers did not turn to their ace pitcher Billy Parsons in this game, resting him ahead of the upcoming finals series. That decision has all but handed the Falcons top spot on the ladder, and if they hold it they will bypass an elimination final and make their 20th consecutive grand final appearance. Bendigo East has now moved up to second on the ladder with an 18-0 victory over Scots in Eaglehawk.

In Division 2, Bendigo East has clinched top spot on the ladder with a 13-6 win against the Scots. With the help of relief pitcher Don Mitchell, East managed to comeback after falling behind early. The last round of the regular season will be played this weekend in Eaglehawk. The Scots will host the Dodgers and the Falcons will host Bendigo East to determine the final standings. Bendigo’s junior development program has concluded a successful season with a friendly series held in Broadford. Bendigo came away with one win and one loss from the away series.

THE Bendigo Eaglehawk Badminton Association is holding its annual veterans tournament this weekend with more than 300 players set to converge on Bendigo. The 42 teams of eight members hailing from across Victoria and as far as Adelaide will take part in this 30th anniversary event. BEBA committee member Dale Willey said the veterans tournament is held every month in a different city, with August being Bendigo’s time to shine. “Badminton is the fastest racquet sport in the world,” Mr Willey said. “This event is free entry with food and drink and brings a lot of people to town,” he said. The veterans event features players aged 35 years and above, but the association is always on the hunt for new players, with a junior tournament to take place in Bendigo in September. “Juniors can start playing from as young as eight years old,” Mr Willey said. “People can get in contact with us via Facebook or come along on Friday night at 6.30pm,” he said. The vereran event will take place

at the Eaglehawk Sports Centre on Saturday and Sunday.

MINERS QUALIFY THE Bendigo Fighting Miners have qualified for the Victorian Rugby Championship playoffs, despite a heavy defeat last weekend to Melton. The Warriors outplayed the Miners to win 59-17 thanks to a strong running and offloading style of play. The Miners showed strength at the set piece, convincingly winning scrums and lineouts, but were unable to stem the flow when the Warriors got on a roll. The Warriors scored nine tries in all, with seven converted. Bendigo’s two tries came from Jose Situlia and Jeremy Lingen, while the Miners’ man of the match was loose forward Matt Boyle. Ballarat’s loss to Maroondah ensured the Miners’ passage to the playoffs, as they have an eight-point lead over the Highlanders with just one regular season game remaining. The Miners are at home to the league-leading Shepparton Bulls at 3pm tomorrow. Scorers: Situlia, Lingen tries; McDonald 2 goals, penalty goal.

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Head to head in finals chase THE race to the finals in the 2019 Bendigo Football Netball League continues this weekend, with some of the competition’s most fancied sides going head-to-head. In one of the most enthralling rounds of the season, Gisborne will host defending premiers Eaglehawk at the Gardiner Reserve, while the fur may well fly when Golden Square and Sandhurst clash at Fur Life Vet Oval, in a possible elimination final preview. The second v third clash at Gisborne will be one of Eaglehawk’s toughest challenges of the season so far, with the expected challenging

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weather likely to keep the contest a low scoring one. The Borough won a crucial round 15 clash against Golden Square last weekend at Canterbury Park to secure a psychological advantage over their fellow finals aspirant, holding on to win 8.11 (59) to 6.7 (43). It’s fourth v fifth at Wade Street in the other intriguing encounter, while top side Strathfieldsaye faces the winless Castlemaine, with prolific goal scorer Lachlan Sharp looking to continue his push towards the league record. Sharp booted 11 majors in the Storm’s big win

over Kangaroo Flat last weekend, and will be looking to continue his good form on Saturday against the hapless Magpies. His career-high 127 goals could fall in coming weeks, as the Storm star continue to impress in his side’s charge towards the finals and another possible flag. In the senior division’s other weekend games, Kangaroo Flat faces South Bendigo at Bendigo Mazda Oval, while Kyneton and Maryborough will play for pride in what’s expected to be another tough day out at Kyneton Showgrounds.

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GAME ON: Eaglehawk and Sandhurst are both chasing the goal. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

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FIGHT FOR THE BALL: Key players were missing.

Mixed results for Northwest Lightning NORTHWEST Lightning women’s hockey sides again had mixed results last weekend against Werribee. Although missing key players to Victoria Country duty, the teams went in ahead of their opponents at half-time in both matches. The Victoria League 1 team was successful in a physical battle in the first match of the afternoon with a convincing 4-0 win. The strategy of attacking off short corners paid dividends as players were able to adapt to the defensive structure and convert. Experienced players stepped R

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IN THE TEAM: Jack Haig will represent Australia. start for the South Australia-based Butterfields – Appselec p/b Van D’am Racing team. This weekend’s NRS

program includes a challenging three days cycling throughout the scenic Tweed Valley, beginning with a road race today.

Gearing up at the boxing From Page 28 “I got the biggest hiding of my life,” Hunt said. “We ended up coming back to Australia and found a gym near Logan and I had my first fight in Australia two years ago,” he said. The 21-year-old cites his father and family as his biggest motivations to succeed in the brutal sport,

with his excitement for a first televised bout in front of the biggest crowd of his career already getting his adrenaline running. “I pretty much live and breath boxing. If you throw a football at me, I’ve got no idea,” he said. The Battle of Bendigo is headlined by a bout between Jeff Horn and Michael Zerafa and takes place on Saturday, August 31 at Bendigo Stadium.

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up to bolster the team in its time of need, as Werribee tired and turned to contact on in player for the latter stages of the match in a desperate attempt to score. The Victoria League reserves had much of the play in their own half but were unable to convert pressure in the midfield to the scoreboard, as Werribee scored the only goal of the game in the second half to win 1-0. The final home games of the season take place tomorrow afternoon at the Ashley Street Hockey Complex in Ironbark at 12.30pm and 2pm.

SOME of the Bendigo region’s most talented cyclists have been rewarded for recent efforts and achievements by being named for upcoming events on the national and world stages. Fresh from his Tour de France debut, Jack Haig was this week named in a strong Australian men’s team to contest the world road race championships in Yorkshire during September. Haig has returned to his home base in Andorra to recover from the demanding 21-stage French epic where his Mitchelton Scott team recorded its best ever result by claiming four stage wins. Cycling Australia technical director Brad McGee said the world championships will be unique and extremely demanding upon riders. “There are a lot of unknowns, and I expect these races to be very open and very dynamic.

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Ready for the big one By NICHOLAS NAKOS

HEAVYWEIGHT boxer Joseph Goodall switched from amateur to professional boxer less than two years ago, but is eyeing off the biggest fight of his career as part of the Battle of Bendigo undercard on August 31. Goodall’s amateur career was littered with success as a silver medallist at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and bronze medallist at the 2017 World Amateur Boxing Championships in Hamburg. Born and raised in Bendigo for the first 11 years of his life, Goodall moved to Queensland where he pursued an array of sports. “I originally wanted to be an AFL footy player. A couple of hip flexor injuries put me out for a year and I jumped from sport to sport,” Goodall said. “Me and my mates decided to buy some gloves and muck around in the backyard and they joked that I need to stop punching them up and go to a gym,” he said. The gym Goodall found was none other than Dundee’s Boxing and Fitness in Brisbane, the home of Jeff Horn and his trainer Glenn Rushton. Goodall sparred with Horn a couple of years ago and was impressed with his movement. “Jeff has phenomenal head movement, like no other boxer. He ducks at just the right time. I found him very, very hard to hit,” Goodall said. His agility and speed as a heavyweight boxer is what Goodall believes sets him apart from his contemporaries, but behind his gentle demeanour is a boxer who has one thing in mind when he steps into the ring. “Every fight I go into, I expect to knock the other person out. That’s what everyone likes to see. It’s the perfect result in boxing,” he said. Joining Goodall on the undercard is New Zealand born Andrew Hunt, a welterweight boxer from Queensland. Of Samoan heritage, Hunt’s first experience of boxing was in Samoa at the age of six.

SHADOW BOXING: Andrew Hunt and Joseph Goodall. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

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