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ISSUE 1029 FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2017

Jane aims to give back THIS week is an important one for Jane Clymo.

Not only is it her birthday on Monday, it is also Donate Life Week, supporting a cause that has special meaning for her. Jane received a new liver in 2015 and now wants to make a difference for others. – Story Page 5

POWER UP Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

By SHARON KEMP

BENDIGO’S biggest manufacturers will spend $250 million expanding their businesses over the next three years leading to a 10 per cent increase in jobs, but are calling for cheaper energy to remain competitive.

Two multi-million-dollar contracts that will boost manufacturing in Bendigo are expected to be announced within weeks.

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Energy costs threaten industry boom

chaired by Thales chief engineer Mark Brennan, said manufacturers were exploring renewable and nonrenewable energy sources in a bid to keep a lid on energy costs.

“That is one of our major issues,” Mr Brennan said.

“We have got significant growth happening over the next few years

and more than $250m to be invested in capital investment here.

“We want to attract that and make that a more attractive opportunity for Bendigo particularly, but (energy costs are) an issue broadly across Australia.

“We are looking for a review of what the costs are and what the gov-

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ernment is going to do to address the ongoing rise in costs.”

Asked if he thought rising energy prices were costing jobs in Bendigo, Mr Brennan answered: “I believe it is, yes.”

Energy has become a political battlefield as government contemplates closing old coal-fired power

stations such as Hazelwood, but consumers and business owners face fatter power bills.

The Coalition government implemented the Australian Domestic Gas Supply Mechanism to divert gas to the domestic market in years of energy shortfall, and will increase the output of the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme.

But Labor is calling for a national energy policy including clean energy targets. Continued Page 7

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Group bridging the gap WHEN three local real estate agents decided to start a networking group for women in the industry, it started as little more than the occasional coffee and chat.

In just two months, the membership of the WIRE (Women in Real Estate) group has exploded to over 60 members and held its first major event last week.

The group was formed by local property industry professionals Rebecca Cooper, Helen Ashby and Bec Allen, who saw a gap in the industry for women to connect with like-minded individuals.

So they took it upon themselves to establish their own local network, which has gone from strength to strength in just those few months.

“Our goal is to provide a network that is accessible to all within our industry,” Ms Cooper said.

“Each role in every sector that touches ‘real estate’ is so integral to the day to day operations and future of what is a very large industry in Bendigo.

“Our current members are a representation of that, spanning across your typical sales, land development, building and construction representation through finance, property management, administration, legal services, engineering, property valuers, local government and planning.”

The group held its Christmas in July function last Friday at Rocks on Rosalind, with 35 people in attendance to hear from guest speaker Elli McLeod.

That came as a surprise to the organisers, considering their initial forecast was to cap guests at around 15 attendees.

“It’s more evident than ever the gap may have been larger than we thought,” Ms Cooper said.

ALL SMILES: The WIRE group’s Christmas in July was its first major event. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN “The feedback and support we have received from individuals and local employers through to the local REIV secretary has been overwhelmingly positive and leaves us very excited about what we are going to be able to achieve in this space.”

That vision is one the group is clear on.

They plan to expand the range of events they offer, but also remain as an outlet to facilitate the a simple catch up for coffee.

“Our vision is to expand the network of contacts for all our members and open the door on sharing the wealth of experience and knowledge within our own community,” she said.

“Even by something as simple as having someone who understands the challenges you face every day to grab a coffee and nut out a solution, through

to our committee coordinating a series of managed events, fundraisers and workshops.”

With more events planned for later in the year, Ms Cooper said the group is encouraging women to get in touch and be involved.

Those interested in becoming a part of WIRE can find the group on facebook by searching Women in Real Estate Bendigo.

THE historically low interest rates could continue for some time yet, according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia.

REIA resident Malcolm Gunning said with Consumer Price Index figures always a key consideration for the Reserve Bank, the latest figures provided a positive outlook.

The All Groups CPI, increased by 0.2 per cent in the

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That is marginally lower than the annual increase to the March quarter of 2.1 per cent.

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Mosque plans approved

CONSTRUCTION of Bendigo’s first mosque will get underway within weeks as the Australian Islamic Mission seeks to avoid having to extend its planning permit.

The City of Greater Bendigo has given the green light to the mission’s development plans for a mosque in East Bendigo, which will include a prayer hall, sports hall, domed courtyard and car park.

Muslim leader Heri Febriyanto said the mosque would be Australia’s first open centre of worship in which common areas were accessible to the wider community.

Mr Febriyanto said initial work at the site would include vegetation

removal, initial drainage work and temporary fencing, “so we can show we are doing something towards construction”.

The mission has been fundraising, but has yet to raise the estimated $5.5 million in construction costs.

Mr Febriyanto said members would appeal to communities in Melbourne and interstate in future efforts, but he was pleased with the support the project had attracted in Bendigo.

He said local support had exceeded his expectations and had been instrumental “in trying to engage a wider community in Bendigo itself”.

The planning application stage attracted opposition from anti-Muslim groups, who protested while

council was making a decision about whether to approve the permit.

Council’s decision to give the mosque the go ahead was challenged in the Victorian Civil and Adminstrative Tribunal, the Victorian High Court of Appeal and the High Court

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request and extension of their existing permit up to six months following the permit expiry date,” a council statement said.

“Once a building permit has been issued by a private building surveyor, the Australian Islamic Mission

...Australia’s first open centre of worship in which common areas were accessible to the wider community

of Australia where the challenge was ultimately dismissed.

“The planning permit for the mosque expires on August 6, 2017, and if works have not commenced before that date, the application can

can proceed with construction.”

Mayor Margaret O’Rourke said the council’s role was limited once the permit was issued, to ensuring building proceeded within the requirements of the permit.

“This is consistent with the process for any approved planning permit,” Cr O’Rourke said.

“We are the responsible planning authority and the mosque has been considered under the planning legislation.

“This is the city’s only decision-making power relating to the mosque.

“It has no other direct or financial interest in the mosque.”

The construction management plan submitted by project manager Tomkinson Group notes the sensitvity of the project.

Tomkinson Group said thought should also be given to the installation of a “good quality” CCTV surveillance system.

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DOWN TO EARTH: Chloe, Kirstyn, Jonathan and Callum prepare for the big day.

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Digging deep for the community VIOLET Street Primary School’s students and staff will be making a difference in the Ironbark community when they participate in Schools Tree Day today.

Grades five and six students from Violet Street are planting and maintaining the space at Ironbark Gully today as part of Schools Tree Day, along with St Peters Primary, Kalianna School, SCOPE and other groups.

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Their work is in conjunction with the work being undertaken by the Friends of the Ironbark Gully group, which is maintaining the area off Victoria Street and planning to build a walking track to better link the reserve.

Violet Street’s Mandy Costello is one of the event’s organisers, and said the school has put a focus on making sure students were doing some-

thing to benefit the whole community.

The site is one of many across the Bendigo region, including an event for National Tree Day on Sunday.

Last year more than 75,000 Victorians helped to plant 250,000 trees and plants at over 800 sites across the state.

Sixteen planting sites will be in action, including eight schools getting involved today including

Epsom and Holy Rosary primary schools, Golden Square Kindergarten, and Crusoe Secondary College.

The City of Greater Bendigo will also be organising other events across the city on Sunday, with Longlea and District Landcare and Northern Bendigo Landcare groups also participating.

To find a site call 1300 88 5000 or visit treeday. planetark.org

STRIKING a balance between a record number of services and managing congestion on the network will be a challenge that V/Line faces when its new timetables come into effect on August 27.

But minister for public transport Jacinta Allan maintains that the overwhelming majority of feedback from commuters points to a desire for more services to and from regional Victoria.

A total of 151 services will be added across the V/ Line network, Geelong the biggest beneficiary with 74 more trains per week.

The Bendigo line will benefit from 18 new services per week, with the biggest changes to the number of weekend trains and late night weekday services.

More trains can mean more congestion though, which V/Line has repeatedly stated as a reason that services on the Bendigo line have not met monthly ontime targets since May, 2015.

“There is a challenge, adding more trains onto the timetable obviously adds more trains onto the network and that has to be carefully managed by V/ Line and Public Transport Victoria,” Ms Allan said.

“But that’s not a reason not to add services. We know regional people are looking for more services.”

On weekdays, a new 9.52pm train from Southern Cross to Bendigo will be added to the timetable, as will an 11.52pm train that will provide a pre-midnight train from Monday to Saturday nights.

On weekends, new trains to Bendigo will be added at 11.22am and 2.22pm. Saturdays will see a new service at 9.25pm and Sundays at 7.22pm.

Three new services will be added from Bendigo – two new Saturday services at 1.25pm and 8.09pm and a Sunday train to Melbourne at 1.25pm.

Providing more weekend flexibility was a key consideration, according to PTV CEO Jeroen Weimar.

We’re seeing an increasing demand for regional Victorians to use the train late at night and I’m really pleased to see with this new timetable there will be a train leaving just before midnight every weekday from Southern Cross to Bendigo,” he said.

Ms Allan also announced that work on the $16 million of upgrades to Bendigo and Eaglehawk stations will start next year after tenders were awarded for construction.

Arcadis Group will undertake the preliminary design work for Bendigo station and Kinsley Group the same for Eaglehawk.

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Panel calls for details

THE independent panel that will report on the Lansell Crest medium-density development in East Bendigo has requested more information on the size of residences that will occupy 2.6 hectares of land.

Opponents of the development have criticised the number of apartments and townhouses that developer Birchgrove Properties has proposed to build on the land next to the VicRoads Bendigo regional office.

Plans show the development would house 104 dwellings of varied sizes.

The City of Greater Bendigo has earmarked the project as a key development site that will deliver medium-density housing close to a city neighbourhood.

The site was zoned 15 years ago with a cap on the number of developments.

Birchgrove is seeking to change the schedule to remove the cap.

The developer has also submitted development plans for which it seeking approval.

Opponents believe the change to the cap, if accepted, will create a precedent of increasing density in residential sites around Bendigo and the council has flagged Lansell Crest will be the first of key devel-

opment sites to be considered.

Opponents also queried the amount of public land available to residents in the development, and the impact on traffic.

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The panel giving instructions is a normal part of the process to ensure relevant information is available

On May 17, councillors voted to have the issues heard by an independent panel that would report to council.

A directions hearing on July 3 saw the panel issue instructions to the council and the developer.

“The panel giving instructions

A time to talk about life MONDAY represents far more than just a birthday for Strathfieldsaye’s Jane Clymo.

It will be a day spent with family and friends, and being thankful that she is still here to celebrate it.

Two years ago, Jane was gravely ill and in desperate need of a liver transplant after being diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver.

Not once, not twice, but three times she had been called to hospital ready to have the transplant take place only for doctors to tell her the liver had gone elsewhere in an emergency.

Finally in September of 2015 she had the surgery, and despite her body rejecting the liver a week in and some struggles along the way it has proved a success.

So as DonateLife Week rolls around again, she is doubly reminded of what a difference a simple conversation can make.

“I was probably two weeks away from dying. I was on the wait list since March of 2015 and that was in September.

But that’s not unusual, there are plenty of cases like that,” she said.

In fact, around 1400 Australians are on the organ waiting list. Jane is now fit and well, though she lives with fibro-arthritis and is unable to work.

is a normal part of the process to ensure relevant information is available during the hearing,” council’s growth and strategy director Bernie O’Sullivan said.

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“The city was originally requested to provide draft planning permit conditions; however the panel withdrew this requirement because no planning permit application has been made.

“The other instructions issued to the city do not require the pro-

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vision of documents other than those already available.

“The proponent (Birchgrove) has been directed to issue indicative plans for the various sized dwellings.

“These must be circulated to all submitters wishing to be heard at the hearing, and will be available one week prior to the hearing on the city’s website, along with any expert witness statements received.”

The hearing is scheduled for September 4.

Birchgrove managing director Damien Tangey said he was looking forward to the next steps in the approval process.

Company sells Kangaroo Flat site GBM Gold has agreed to sell its processing plant at Kangaroo Flat for $6.2 million which will be shipped to West Africa in a year’s time.

The Bendigo-based gold company will use $2m of the sale proceeds to pay down the money it owes Unity Mining for the purchase of the Bendigo gold project it has plans to eventually mine.

GBM had three years to pay back the $5.9 million Unity held in reserve to rehabilitate the project, which it signed over to GBM. GBM said it was negotiating to have fine sands and future underground ore processed at a plant outside of Bendigo.

The 600,000 tonne per annum Kangaroo Flat plant was only five years old when it was decommissioned in

2011.

After the plant commenced operation, it was discovered that the gold resources available were not enough to keep the plant fully operational and financially sustain the proposed scale of operations, GBM reported to the Australian Stock Exchange.

GBM said it was planning a smaller scale of operation.

Australian Mining Company Exporters bought the Kangaroo Flat plant and will pay for it in four tranches with the final amount due on June 30, 2018.

It will ship the plant to a mine in Guinea, West Africa.

GBM’s share price was up slightly this week but fell when the announcement was released on the ASX.

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This year she has decided to be involved in the Donate Life Week campaign, as her way of giving back.

“The organisation has been so important for me and my family,” she said.

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Her message as to why she thinks people should have the conversations about organ donation is simple.

“If it was your family member, and it was the only way to keep them alive, you’d

do it,” she said.

“I think it’s so important for people to have these conversations. The more people do it, the more people in my position can be helped. To me, it just makes sense.”

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Council has fitted 21 machines located in allday parking zones with the credit card readers.

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alarmed: Vala Iannuzzelli says every house should have a carbon monoxide detector.

A very timely reminder THE answer to Vala Iannuzzelli’s persistent health symptoms came in the form of a letter from a gas heater repair company.

Ms Iannuzzelli had not had an easy year, so when she thought she was having a stroke three weeks ago and blacked out in the early hours of the morning, she put it down to the stress of losing her husband, buying a new house and moving from New South Wales.

But ruling out the diagnosis the next day, and with headaches, wooziness and nausea persisting, Ms Iannuzzelli went in search for an answer.

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acquired Strathfieldsaye house.

A warning about carbon monoxide poisoning on the letter, and a note that the heater had not been checked for five years, rang alarm bells and Ms Iannuzzelli called the company.

“He said the heater was not leaking at the moment but that didn’t mean it hadn’t been,” she said.

The heater had been timed to turn off at night.

“It was programmed to turn off at 3am,” Ms Iannuzzelli said.

“If it hadn’t, I would not be talking to you.”

She has since installed a new heater and her symptoms have slowly subsided.

Energy Safe Victoria reports that faulty or poorly maintained gas heaters can leak carbon

monoxide, which can be lethal because it can’t be seen and has no smell.

The agency recommends having gas heaters serviced by a registered gas fitter a minimum of every two years.

Its website said checks should be carried out on wall units, central heating units, space heaters and gas log fires.

Symptoms of poisoning can be difficult to detect because they mimic the common ailments of winter, including headaches, malaise, nausea and dizziness.

Ms Iannuzzelli has her own advice for the keeping warm and well in winter – buy a carbon monoxide detector.

“You need to remind people because it is not something people think about,” she said.

POULTRY processor Hazeldenes is asking for permission to remove trees at its Lockwood site to plan for a $40 million, 10-year upgrade of its factory.

The company has lodged a planning application with the City of Greater Bendigo for a five stage development which would include building a new processing plant, but managing director John Hazeldene has not put a time frame on construction.

Nor has he committed to an increase in job numbers in proportion to the forecast 30 per cent rise in production at Lockwood, although he said there would be greater demand for specialist technical roles.

Mr Hazeldene said over the next decade, the company planned to “build our capabilities to process up to 900,000 birds per week”.

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Documents lodged with council show Hazeldenes plans to undertake a five-stage expansion, starting with removing vegetation to make way for a new secondary processing plant to be built in stage four.

A fifth stage, for which no planning application has yet been lodged, would include a new primary processing plant and link bridge to the fourth stage secondary plant.

“Hazeldene’s Chicken Farm has been engaging and liaising with council for some time about its 10-year master plan,” Mr Hazeldene said.

“The planning permit we have submitted is part of a planning phase as we gain a better understanding of what type and size of buildings we could construct.

“This will enable further strategic planning on the types of technology and equipment we could implement.

“These factors will then inform the job requirements.”

Energy price fuels concerns 3From Page 1 In Bendigo this week, shadow energy minister Mark Butler said the lack of policy had stymied offshore investment in energy projects because “investors say they simply don’t know what the rules are”.

Shadow manufacturing minister Kim Carr said Australian manufacturers had told him energy policy should be reviewed as a matter of urgency, otherwise industry would be forced offshore.

“We have got to ensure there is more gas made available for Australian industry,” Mr Carr said.

Manufacturing is the biggest industry sector in Bendigo, twice the size of any other, according to Mr Brennan.

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650,000 birds at its current capacity.

“This would be a gradual increase responding to market conditions,” he said.

The company announced last September it was winning more business in Asia for its fresh products, where it had typically exported frozen products, and it was chasing more aggressively markets opened through Free Trade Agreements.

Mr Hazeldene said at the time the FTAs could open up markets the food producer had not previously had access to.

In Bendigo, the expansion will also look at rationalising energy costs.

“While we have no immediate plans for construction, this initial planning phase will enable us to determine our longterm master plan,” he said.

“Key to this is replacing and modernising our packing areas that were constructed in the early (1980s).”

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locally,” he said.

“We are here to talk about the energy crisis and what opportunities there are to address that.”

Mr Brennan’s forecast capital expenditure $250m took into account only the members of the Bendigo Manufacturing Group.

The entire local sector’s output is $2.2 billion a year and its exports are valued at $984m a year, according to an economy profile of the city completed by Remplan.

Its wages contribution is the third highest, behind health care and education.

Group deputy chairman Sam White said a conservative estimate of job increases over the next three years could be as high as 15 per cent.

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The festival has this year added a series of events to cater for audience demand.

“We know there is a strong interest in food and wine in our region, and also people are keen to hear from gardening, cooking and lifestyle experts,” festival director Rosemary Sorensen said.

“So we’ve created a sort of special-interest mini-festival, using Ulumbarra Theatre’s foyer spaces, as well as the Strategem Studio.”

Marketing and events coordinator for the Capital, Marie Scholtes, is overseeing the Good Life Sunday program.

“We start the day with the launch of Sonia Anthony’s book about central Victorian food producers, which everyone is looking forward to,” she said.

“Then we have horticulturalist Angus Stewart, food writer Anthony Huckstep and the Barefoot Investor, Scott Pape.

“In between sessions, we’re aiming to give people a taste of Bendigo, to show off some of the best our region has to offer.”

The Good Life Sunday final session is a panel on “Favourite Things”, hosted by Fiona Parker and featuring music presenter Christopher Lawrence, family advocate Chloe Shorten and fashion writer Kirstie Clements.

It is followed by the festival’s closing event, in Ulumbarra Theatre, After the Disappointments, with Kaz Cooke, Judith Lucy and Denise Scott.

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Eaglehawk play space takes off

THE giant $1.3 million play space at Eaglehawk’s Lake Neangar will have no shortage of features for kids to enjoy, but will also serve as an important reminder of the life of baby Zayden Veal Whitting.

The City of Greater Bendigo released its plans for the site this week, which will feature, among other things, a butterfly-themed play area in memory of Zayden, who was tragically killed in 2012.

The playground will also draw plenty of inspiration from the Eaglehawk area including play equipment inspired by Mulga Bill’s bicycle and will be shaped as a giant eagle hawk.

It will be the largest play ground in the region and has been supported by various community groups which have contributed a total of $120,000.

“We are going to build something that’s never been seen in greater Bendigo before.

It will be really special and unique to Eaglehawk and we expect it will attract families from throughout the region and beyond,” council’s Craig Lloyd said.

“I want to thank the community groups who have contributed to the project.

“Their support has allowed the city to include some excit-

ing and distinctly Eaglehawk elements into the space including special medallions that will recognise their contribution to the play space.”

The community also raised $25,000 to go toward the special area remembering Zayden.

Tenders will soon be invited for construction which is expected to be completed this summer.

“The Lake Neangar precinct is a popular part of greater Bendigo that is already used by many people each day and when completed later this year it will enhance the area and add to the variety of activities on offer,” Mr Lloyd said.

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Ranger to the rescue PARKS Victoria ranger Lachie Badura came to the rescue last week when he found a young joey inside its mother’s pouch on the edge of a road through Bendigo Regional Park.

Sadly, the mother had been killed by a car.

Mr Badura removed the joey from the pouch and arranged to get it to the local wildlife carer.

Parks Victoria asks that if local residents see injured wildlife, to contact a wildlife carer so the pouch of the animal can be checked for young.

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A degree of success La Trobe University’s Bendigo campus awarded over $100,000 to 86 students at its annual prize ceremony at Ulumbarra Theatre last night.

A host of industry and private donors ensured local students were recognised for their academic merit, personal achievements and the barriers that sometimes need to be overcome to attend university.

Harley Hayes was awarded the Lynne Cooper Bendigo Regional

Occupational Therapy Award, in recognition of outstanding academic and professional placement achievement.

The fourth-year student enrolled in occupational therapy after completing VCE at Rochester Secondary College.

“I wanted to make a difference and to work with people to help them achieve their goals,” he said.

“And I’ve always been into sport and interested in how the body works

so I saw OT as the perfect fit.”

The award is also for students who have promoted OT within the university and wider community.

Harley has been vice president of the Bendigo Occupational Therapy Association, on the Bendigo Student Association board and president of the La Trobe Rural Health Club.

“I’m also a La Trobe ambassador, which gives me the opportunity to

talk to lots of potential OT students,” he said.

“A lot of students are interested in the health area but they don’t really know much about occupational therapy.”

Harley is now entering the last semester of his course and said he’s open as to what happens next.

“I’m very open to going anywhere,” he said.

“I may move away to build my skills after the course but in the future I definitely hope to work in rural or regional Victoria.”

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Open your eyes to vision issues THE month of July is mostly known for being wintery and grey, but for eye surgeons it is the key month to remind people to check the health of their eyes.

As July comes to a close, the call is out to people to think about perhaps their most important sense, their sight.

Juleye is an initiative of the Eye Surgeons’ Foundation, to promote awareness of and raise money for eye health issues.

Debilitating eye conditions such as macular degeneration and glaucoma affect hundreds of thousands of Australians who end up

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The foundation says every year 10,000 Australians go blind adding to the 200,000 with severe visual impairment.

For those like James McPhane, that can mean having to move to access public transport as well as limited employment and educational opportunities.

James was born premature and as a result is blind in his right eye due to retinopathy and requires ongoing treatment.

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Program highlights wellbeing in schools KANGAROO Flat’s Crusoe College is one of two schools part of a pilot program that will deliver trained GPs to 22 schools in the state’s north-west.

Crusoe and Wedderburn College will both have the services of Bendigo Community Health Services’ Jo Dennis one day a week to provide medical advice to students.

Dr Dennis will be operating out of purpose-built facilities at each school.

“These students might not otherwise have access to healthcare,” she said.

“This program is accessible, convenient and available at no cost to families.”

The program is a result of a partnership between Murray Primary Health Network and the Department of Education and Training to make health care more accessible for students and provide assistance to

young people so they can identify and address health problems early.

A total of 22 schools will be part of the pilot program, with GPs on campus up to once a week.

“It’s important for everyone to be able to communicate and build strong relationships with their local GP. This initiative means students will be able to build that relationship from a young age, particularly in rural, regional and disadvantaged areas,” Murray PHN CEO Matt Jones said.

Crusoe Secondary College principal Brad Madden said he was excited to see the program rolled out to his school.

“The Doctors in Secondary Schools program will help students access the services they need without interrupting their school day or learning,” he said. all class: Crusoe College principal Brad Madden and Dr Jo Dennis.

help yourself: Amanda Strachan and her son Nate celebrate with Bendigo Health’s Bob Cameron. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Milestone for hospital IN six months, Bendigo Health’s new $630 million hospital has treated tens of thousands of people and started stage two of the three-stage project.

In its first 182 days of operations, more than 750 babies were born in its new maternity ward.

“If this continues we are on track to deliver the most babies ever in a year,” Bendigo Health chairman Bob Cameron said.

“In addition, more than 25,400 people have presented to

the emergency department and almost 7000 surgeries have been performed.

“We have treated more than 22,000 inpatients and seen more than 40,000 patients in our specialist clinics.

“Most importantly, we have safety transitioned into the new hospital with no incidents and I commend staff for the way they have adapted to the new equipment and new ways of working that were required to get the

most out of this wonderful new building.”

The second stage of the threestage hospital is also under way, including the construction of a multi-storey car park topped by a helipad and a bridge over Arnold Street to access the new hospital.

But it is not all good news for Bendigo Health, with the board expected to soon announce the findings of its five-month investigation into the alleged conduct of its chief executive, John Mulder.

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Small business is a big deal

THE launch of the Bendigo Small Business Festival this week is an indication that the sector is as strong as ever in central Victoria.

Small businesses from the region were invited to the launch on Wednesday at the Capital to learn about what to expect and what opportunities will be available during the five-week festival.

It is part of the state-wide event organised by Small Business Victoria to help support and provide ideas for small business operators.

“There are over 7700 businesses operating in greater Bendigo, 97 per cent are small businesses employing less than 20 staff which equates to approximately half of the local workforce,” council’s strategy and growth director Bernie O’Sullivan said.

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local businesses to gain some important and useful information and connect with members of business and networking groups from across the region.

The festival officially runs from August 1 to September 7.

Events in Bendigo will cover a range of topics including health and safety compliance, networking, online business best practice, pricing your service or product, legal necessities, tax essentials, how to find and win grants, working from home, leadership, mentoring and more.

A full program of events is available from the City of Greater Bendigo’s Lyttleton Terrace office or can be viewed online at www.festival.business.vic.gov.au business time: Cr Rod Fyffe, Natalie Dowling, Stan Liacos and Peter Jeffrey at Wednesday’s launch. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Grant puts focus on youth crime BENDIGO-based training organisation CVGT will team up with the Victorian government to tackle youth crime and improve the opportunities available to young people in the justice system.

The Second Chance project is one of 18 programs across the state that are sharing in $7.6 million in funding from the Youth Crime Prevention Grants program.

The organisation will receive $200,000 in funding to facilitate the program and is tipping in $75,000 of its own money, CEO

Paul Green said.

Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards announced the grant while visiting CVGT’s Long Gully headquarters this week and said that the primary focus will be repeat offenders between 17 and 24 years of age.

It aims to provide a diversionary health, education and employment support program to reduce reoffending.

“It’s also about ensuring they have support when it comes to finding a home to live in,” Ms Edwards said.

A big part of that is making sure they aren’t in the prison system, especially in the case of repeat offenders.

“We know that recidivist offenders, particularly young people who are recidivist offenders, are taking up a lot of space in our prison system,” Ms Edwards said.

We want to make sure that they don’t go back to prison and that they have a good quality of life in our community.”

The government has also funded 42 police youth resource officers to work in local communities.

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RIDE ON: Maree Edwards and council representatives announced the funding this week. ducing congestion and creating local manufacturing jobs.

“This funding will enable the City of Greater Bendigo to find the best possible approach to reducing transport emissions, reducing congestion and creating local jobs in manufacturing in our region,” Ms Edwards said.

The remaining $45,000 will be spent undertaking a feasibility study of heating and power solutions for regional and rural aquatic centres.

It aims to increase the economic

and environmental sustainability of such systems, across several local government areas, such as Bendigo East pool where the funding was announced this week.

The Northern Grampians, Pyrenees, West Wimmera, Gannawarra and Macedon Ranges shires could also benefit from the study.

More than 50 applications were received in round two of the government’s New Energy Jobs Fund, resulting in 21 successful projects receiving a total of over $6 million in grants.

City to host transport conference BENDIGO’S reputation as regional Australia’s cycling capital has been enhanced, with the city to host the 2018 Australian Walking and Cycling Conference.

The conference will bring national and international guests to town and marks the first time it has been held outside the nation’s capital cities.

It follows a push in strategy from council to make the city more friendly for active transport, with

initiatives such as the 10-minute neighbourhood.

“Our council is focused on supporting and promoting active and sustainable transport methods, so greater Bendigo is the perfect fit to host this event,” City of Greater Bendigo mayor Margaret O’Rourke said.

The conference explores the potential for walking and cycling to not only provide transport and recreation but also solu-

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Planners, policy makers, population health and health promotion experts and advocates from across Australia and internationally will share their work at the conference.

A key element will be those experts encouraging other participants to support active transport.

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Jac Torres-Gomez said the cycling fraternity was looking forward to hosting the event and learning about possibilities for further active transport in the region.

“We are so excited to bring this wonderful conference to our city, to add a ‘Bendigo’ touch to this already highly-regarded conference and share what is already occurring to support us to become the regional biking capital of Australia,” she said.

Don’t tread water choosing tyres WITH so many brands and choices available, choosing tyres for your bike can be confusing.

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What the tyre is made of and road surface are more likely to affect your speed.

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Minister heads abroad Minister for public transport Jacinta Allan headed to China and Hong Kong this week to meet senior government officials and transport industry leaders.

The trip includes visits to Hong Kong, Nanjing, and Changchun to exchange ideas and encourage continued investment in Victoria’s transport projects.

Ms Allan will meet MTR Hong Kong to inspect some of its major expansion projects to extend Hong Kong’s railway network by 25 per cent, which are similar to projects like the Metro Tunnel and Regional Rail Revival here in Victoria.

MTR is also one of the parent companies of Metro Trains, which operates the Melbourne metropolitan train network.

Also on the itinerary was a visit to train manufacturer CRRC, to view the company’s factory in Changchun. CRRC is part of the consortium designing and build 65 new high capacity metro trains for Victoria.

THE innovation of Bendigo’s Sidney Myer Haven project is in the running for a national award after it won a prestigious Victorian honour.

The social housing development, built specifically to get its once-homeless residents back on their feet, won an inaugural Australasian Housing Institute award for excellence in social housing in Victoria.

It will run against the winners of other states for the national honour to be announced in November.

The Somerville Street program is one-of-a-kind in Australia for the amount of on-site support it offers.

It has 23 homes for young people and opportunities to learn life skills including how to maintain a job and tenancy.

Haven Home Safe chief executive Ken Marchingo said residents entering Sidney Myer Haven needed safe and sustainable housing and access to personal development, education and training.

“This comprehensive, non-government-funded approach of using a mix of formal training and personal development programs to address social, educational, life skills and other areas is the first of its kind in Australia,” Mr Marchingo said.

“The aim of this unique program is for participants to exit Sidney Myer Haven within 24 months into suitable accommodation in the public or private sector and with the life skills and ability to effectively maintain and succeed in that mainstream environment.”

The Victorian government supplied $4 million of the $7.5 million capital costs but the rest was donated by private sources.

Haven wants to replicate the program elsewhere in Victoria.

The agency said it includes onsite financial counselling, health and wellbeing activities, training

in domestic skills, communication, parenting and relationships as well as work skills and driver training.

Six residents are enrolled in TAFE, one at university, two have started apprenticeships and four are working.

“We have closely detailed and monitored the development of the Sidney Myer Haven program, capturing all aspects of the processes of planning, development, construction, implementation, operations, review and modification, through research, video footage, stakeholder feedback and tenant file notes,” Mr Marchingo said.

Healthy discussion A DELEGATION of Chinese GPs have experienced the quality of health care provided in regional Australia this week, visiting Bendigo’s hospital precinct.

The doctors travelled from Shenzhen City to take some tips from local GPs and healthcare professionals at Monash Rural Health Bendigo, the Bendigo hospital and Bendigo Primary Care Clinic.

The delegation is spending three months in Australia studying with Monash University. The university has provided general practice education to the government of Shenzhen for seven years.

Monash GP academic, Dr Dennis O’Connor, said that general practice was a relatively new discipline in China

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It aims to do so by learning from countries like Australia with long-established primary care models and training systems.

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Other pressures on the century-old, heritage-listed building were maintenance and infrastructure costs.

Mr Cunningham said the gallery was unique in that while it received partial government funding, it was basically a privately-run organisation.

“This is a community-based gallery and the board has been working hard to keep it open.

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Wasted debate The article on waste-to-energy in the Bendigo Weekly on July 21 is very revealing.

It discusses the process in a plan “released by the state government”, as applied to the Loddon-Mallee region.

The spokesperson states that “the technology is not yet proven in Australia”. Since there are over 1500 such plants world-wide, one wonders whether Australian garbage is especially fearsome.

How is our waste different?

The process can handle all residual waste, even when recyclable and compostable materials have been removed.

The process has a high capital cost for construction. Yet when the CEO of Phoenix Energy, which is managing development of a plant approved for Perth, spoke last year to those few CoGB councillors who were interested enough to attend the briefing, he assured them that finding the capital for the proposed plant was not difficult.

Banks are eager to support the technology, which generates green electricity in an environmentally acceptable way. The cost is borne not by councils but by a private owner/operator.

The chief difficulty is obtaining approvals from governments and councils, who come under pressure from protesters.

The main concentration of WtE plants is in wealthy countries with constraints on sites available for landfill e.g. in Asia – Singapore, Japan, Korea, China, and in Europe – Holland, Belgium, Austria etc. The major driver there is keeping waste out of landfill, which also happens to be our local concern.

The attitude which the article conveys, and the anaemic response of the previous council to the briefing mentioned above, can both be construed as a deep-seated and widespread prejudice against the technology.

Any open, objective and informed examination of its possibilities is unlikely to take place.

Brian Stanmore, Junortoun

Gender issue to the fore I thought it would only be a matter of time before the gender issue was raised by our new women councillors.

Strangely, how silent they were when councillors Leach and Chapman were vilified in the local press and bullied by fellow councillors.

Words like misogynist and bully are sure to be dragged out alongside hate and bigot as they were to those previous councillors.

Women can be guilty of misandry and bullying as well and often getting away with more than men due to their gender.

Unfortunately some women in positions of authority chose to wield the “persecuted female” stance when the need arises, especially when under pressure.

Those of us who call on them and their male counterparts to be accountable are accused of gender bias and bullying.

That they choose to gain sympathy by comparing similarities to female violence is disrespectful to the victims of these crimes.

Councillors – you do not speak for me as a woman and I would prefer to take my chances with both genders, for at least the men won’t pull out the gender issue when the going gets tough.

What would happen to a male councillor’s image if he was to make such gender based complaints?

I doubt it would get as much coverage in the papers as this one has. Perhaps it’s a power play of women who know they have clout in the roles they have, and are choosing to use it for their own agendas.

Ms G Burns, Strathfieldsay

The right to choice Rev Philip Burns’ letter (Bendigo Weekly, July 21) on the question of euthanasia may be helpful as an example of fallacious reasoning but really adds little to an informed debate on the introduction of assisted dying legislation in Victoria.

There is a very old joke: Why are Methodists so against sex? Because it might lead to dancing!

A little bit amusing, but not particularly logical whereas Rev Burns’ comment on assisted dying legislation leading to include the handicapped and depressed is neither amusing, nor logical, and may well be offensive to many.

He also suggested that a positive view on assisted dying suggests some lives are worth less than others, whereas proponents of the legislation would argue that the contrary position is central to their ethos: we value the quality of life very highly and respect the right of individuals to determine their own fate in the event of a terminal illness.

Rev Burns cites Holland as an example of failed regulation of eu-

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thanasia but others would point to the success of that program, or the Oregon program or Dignitas in Switzerland.

All paths leading to death have an inherent level of risk, however, and that needs to be managed by ensuring sufficient checks and balances are in place.

The recent report has specifically addressed the foreseeable risks and we would expect the management of those risks to be addressed in forthcoming legislation.

I suspect even Joe Hockey would think Rev Burns has gone a bit far when he suggests that pressuring people to acquiesce would eventually become a means of controlling aged health care costs.

Finally, the suggestion is made that the better solution is improved use and funding of palliative care. I agree with better palliative care but do not see it as a binary argument.

We should have world’s best palliative care available and we should have the right to assisted dying in the event of terminal illness.

An individual should have a right to choose their final path.

David Conley, Kennington

Dignity in life Human life is precious from the womb to old age and that is why I hope that euthanasia does not become legal in Victoria or anywhere else in Australia.

As a Christian, I have deep com-

passion for people suffering with illnesses. However my conscience just cannot agree with euthanasia.

I watched my late father suffer through stage four brain cancer but even though he suffered greatly he still wanted to live and fought the terminal illness to the end.

He didn’t want to die. Even he acknowledged that it was God’s will.

Moreover, euthanasia is a “slippery slope” because relatives might use it as an excuse to gain their inheritance a lot quicker. Just because something is legal, doesn’t mean it’s going to be a perfect system.

We have a good palliative care system in Australia. My father was well cared for in the final days of his life and passed away peacefully.

I understand that some people wish to die with “dignity” but what about the dignity of preserving the sanctity of human life?

Angela Morrissey, Eaglehawk

Safety a concern Health minister Jill Hennessy describes the assisted suicide bill as “the safest in the world”. Is she naive or dishonest?

There is no such thing as “safe” euthanasia or suicide legislation.

All such laws started out being “just for those in the final weeks or months of life”, or “just for those of sound mind”, or just for adults.

In time these limits disintegrate as more demands are made to be

included in the eligible group of those who wish to be assisted to suicide or to include even children or the mentally ill – who cannot make the choice.

We have excellent palliative care in Victoria and with the implementation of the recommendations of the panel to improve and expand it we have no need of assisted suicide or euthanasia.

Who will be responsible for the safe keeping of these drugs once dispensed? Is a mental illness – which causes suffering, but which is treatable – an eligible condition?

Do we want the lonely and vulnerable to feel such a burden that they request a swift end?

Other countries, such as Oregon and Canada, are finding that their so called “safe” assisted “dying” (suicide) legislation is not going so well.

One in six (Oregon) given a lethal prescription had undiagnosed depression; perhaps with treatment they may still be alive.

Doctors are unwilling to deliberately end the lives that they take an oath to preserve, health funds looking for a way out now prefer to pay for a lethal injection rather than oncology, records are not being kept as promised; the list goes on.

Victorian MPs should treat this bill like the ticking time bomb that it is.

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Making the most FOR almost all of its proud history, Bendigo has been a city that’s made the most of an opportunity when it was presented.

Australia’s first provincial stock exchange was established on Pall Mall about 150 years ago to capitalise on the extraordinary riches and excitement that was one of the world’s greatest gold rushes, an event that helped nurture the rapid growth of a fledgling goldfields community into the bustling city whose growth today continues to offer great hope for its future industries and citizens.

Our own Bendigo Bank pioneered the community bank concept, bringing a new era of peoplefirst banking firstly to regional and rural areas, and in more recent times, to capital cities, as Bendigo once again honed in on opportunities created by the bigger banks closing branches and withdrawing services from communities.

Bendigo was built, quite literally, on gold and to date about 25 million ounces of the precious metal have been extracted from beneath our

Editorial Comment beautiful city and its surrounds, and the legacy we enjoy today from this truly golden era includes a treasure chest of heritage icons.

Bendigo’s boom continues today, but it is centred above the ground and in the factories and workshops of a multitude of small, medium and even a few large-scale manufacturers whose resilience, dedication and commitment is reaping big rewards, and not just for those who work in the manufacturing sector.

Approximately 9.4 per cent of Bendigo’s workforce is employed in the manufacturing industry, and these 3800 or so workers produce 20 per cent of our municipality’s output.

These same workers account for about 10 per cent of our community’s wages bill, but they provide more than 36 per cent of our exports.

The value-add from the manufacturing sector to the region’s economy is extraordinary, and one of the sector’s strengths has always been its diversity.

Far from having to rely on just a single or even a few manufacturing operations to keep the sector thriving, Bendigo’s survival and growth can be pinned to a relatively large number of medium-sized manufacturing businesses, and a similar number of small business operations actively engaged in servicing a huge variety of sectors.

History shows our manufacturing successes have been built on a bedrock of innovation and making the most of an opportunity.

And with several new large scale contracts set to be confirmed in coming weeks, as well as the looming and much anticipated Hawkei armoured military vehicle contract works, our manufacturers are once again poised on the verge of another golden era.

That’s good news for the manufacturing sector – but it’s even better news for Bendigo.

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By MARGARET O’ROURKE City of Greater Bendigo Mayor

IT’S no secret council wants to grow Greater Bendigo’s population. We want people to move here and we want people to stay here.

But where are we all going to live?

Well, there’s actually plenty of land that’s yet to be used and supports a good case for subdivision.

Take last week’s council meeting as an example, where council considered land in Strathfieldsaye that was proposed to be developed into 173 lots.

It won’t be unreasonable to think that in future years there will be more applications like this for land in areas like Marong and Maiden Gully North.

Council receives on average six planning applications for the subdivision of land a month.

For the past decade, about 40 per cent of all subdivisions in the existing urban area have been mum and dad developers who

no longer want to maintain the quarter or half-acre house block they live on and a couple of townhouses has been a way to make good use of the space.

Applications such as this also complement council’s vision for a compact city. Council set the urban growth boundary in

Can we better use Crown land that has been sitting dormant?

2005 and won’t reconsider it for up to 10 years.

For now, land outside the boundary is off limits, although it doesn’t stop people asking “Why can’t you just rezone the land?”

But the urban growth boundary is absolutely necessary and we need to stick by it, otherwise Greater Bendigo will continue to sprawl outwards and further away from the services and facilities (both run by council and other providers) that contribute to our

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Under a utilisation model, it’s important to look around and recognise what can be used or given a new lease on life. Can we put brownfield or industrial sites to good use? Can we better use Crown land that has been sitting dormant?

Development also does not have to be at the expense of the heritage aspect of our region that we love so much.

We couldn’t imagine central Bendigo now without the Bendigo Bank building and it sits comfortably amongst some of our most significant heritage buildings.

The state government celebrates Bendigo as an example of a modern regional city and community that is willing to think outside the square.

That is why we are currently developing Plan Greater Bendigo, which is anticipating serving a population of 200,000 (across our municipality) and a regional population of 300,000 by 2050.

Keeping up with growth can be a challenge, but we are demonstrating our capacity to think bigger about our infrastructure needs as part of Plan Greater Bendigo. We welcome community input as this process continues.

It’s time to think creatively. Smart planning is essential to maintaining the liveability we all hold so dear in our community.

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OU get 15 years to life for kidnapping in the US state of Utah.

For kidnapping your own children, you get to keep them, but only after questions from police in two US states and two North American countries.

Yes, I was suspected of this felony.

Previously, just the thought of being pulled over for a traffic offence would have made me wet myself.

My children had no such fear, clearly.

Chief of stuff and this column’s regular contributor Steve Kendall refers to them as “spirited”.

They wrote an SOS note for my husband and I to read when we brought the bags into the motel room we had just signed into in Cedar City while on a hiking holiday.

We had been travelling through canyon country and were looking forward to more hiking, then a wind down in Las Vegas.

The two of them were hiding when we entered the room, not very well I add... their feet were hanging out from under the bed.

The note said: “Help, we have been kidnapped.”

Two days later, we are excited about seeing Las Vegas Boulevard and set off early.

Have you noticed that the strip is a freak show even mid-morning?

I didn’t until later.

At that point, I was on the phone to a Cedar City police officer who was asking who I was travelling with, did I have children with me and why was my surname different from my husband’s?

Cleaners at the motel, he explained, had found a note in a child’s handwriting and had called law enforcement.

Where were we staying, he asked?

Las Vegas metro police may or may not pay us a visit.

Clearly, the typical Australian excuse:

HERE better to experience small-acreage self-sufficiency first-hand than in Italy: a country famed for its sun-ripened produce, luscious artisanal cheeses, plump piquant smallgoods and hearty pastas and breads?

It’s this reasoning that motivates a family of four Australians to pack their bags as lightly as possible and head to the opposite side of the world in search of both skills and inspiration.

Having already relocated from suburban Sydney to a semirural block in the Adelaide Hills, Pip, Shannon, Aiden and Riley decide to take their quest for a tree-change one step further by spending several months learning the essentials of the trade as “woofers”– Willing Workers on Organic

“I am sorry, Sir, I didn’t know,” was not going to cut it on this occasion, but I did apologise, quite a lot, and said it was a prank... a joke for us, not for the cleaners or police.

We were on holiday, but living in Canada... Toronto, just across the US border, on temporary work visas.

It was getting complicated.

Later, in our hotel and my husband returning the hire car, the worst occurred.

A knock at the door.

“I am a police officer, open up.”

Open the door to a officer with a buzz cut and his hand on his gun, and a second man who looks very much like a social worker.

“Ma’am, do you know why we are here?” asked the police officer. These guys know what they are doing.

“Yes, sir, this is about the note,” I say.

At this point he steps around me into the room, looks in all of them with his hand still on his gun.

The social worker, whose badge I notice includes the word “diversity”, follows.

When the officer sees the kids, who are huddled on the couch watching TV, he asks them who I was, where we had been, who had left the note.

He told them off.

“Do you know your Mom could have gone to jail?”

After they had left, I realised I could have proved custody immediately by showing him our passports.

I lifted them out of the backpack we had used for hiking.

They were covered in the mush of a forgotten banana.

The postscript to this story is Ontario police asked our neighbours in Canada if we were bona fide.

They closed the case and less than a year later I applied for, and was granted, a working with children’s permit.

– Sharon Kemp

Farms.

With housesitters in place and sons Aidan and Riley bribed with the promise of gelato every day, Pip and Shannon guide the little troupe through pre-dawn Rome before arriving at the first of four properties on which they will volunteer their labour in return for basic board: a remote bee-keeping operation near Rassina, Tuscany.

As their adventure progresses, woofing carries them to Zambone in Calabria (from where they have a spectacular view of volcanic Stromboli), Pianoro near Bologna in Emilia-Romagna and Cassole near Turin in Piedmont.

In between stints on-farm, the family detours to Sorrento and Positano on the glamorous Amalfi Coast; Mount Vesuvius near Na-

SPECTACULAR: Nightscapes.

Photo: RICHARD TATTI

Capture those starry, starry nights E

VER wanted to capture your own images of a galaxy far, far away?

Well, the Bendigo District Astronomical Society is inviting the public to participate in a presentation from astrophotographer Richard Tatti next Wednesday.

Richard is the founder of Nightscape Images and has been a keen watcher of the sky since childhood, but has recently combined it with a pas-

sion for photography.

Night photography is his passion, and over the last four years Richard has held exhibitions, appeared at guest speaking engagements, and held workshops showcasing his love of the night sky.

Nightscape Images specialises in wide-angle astro landscape photography, which is what Richard teaches during weekend workshops on a farm not far from Bendigo.

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ples, long overdue to erupt again; the millennia-old limestone cavedwellings of Matera; walled Lucca, with its terracotta-and-stucco labyrinth; and wondrous, watery Venice, where the boys discover that even their hotel-room toilet has its own private canal view.

Along the way they are challenged physically by the demands of planting, weeding, pruning, constructing and conserving for hours in Italy’s fierce midsummer heat.

Challenged emotionally also by the realities of extracting a sustainable existence from relatively few resources and of living side by side for extended periods with hosts they barely know.

– Rosalea Ryan

This is a great opportunity to learn how to take those perfect night sky images.

Who knows, perhaps you’re a photography star in the making.

The session will be held at Bendigo’s Discovery Centre from 7.30pm to 9pm on Wednesday, August 2.

Cost is $2, $5 for families and under-12s are free. For more information, contact John Wilkinson on 5470 6349.

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Blues maestro on the hill B

ENDIGO holds good memories for Australian blues icon Lloyd Spiegel.

“Bendigo was the first place I ever went outside of Melbourne to play, when I was 11. At that age, it felt like a ‘tour’.”

Spiegel told the Weekly. He reckons he’s now played here about 50 times.

It’s not only gigs that bring him here though.

“I go to Bendigo quite often without a guitar. It’s been a favourite spot for me for many years to get away for a few days.

In part that’s because the blues is a strong genre there, so I feel at home, but also it has the mix of history and cafe lifestyle I crave.”

Spiegel’s next formal visit is Saturday, August 12 at the Old Church on the Hill on one of the final legs of his current Australian tour.

Little rest though; he’s off to Canada at the end of August, followed by another round of Australian venues.

This punishing-looking schedule is in support of new album, This Time Tomorrow, which was released in early July. It’s his first studio album since Tangled Brew in 2010.

Spiegel’s approach to this album was a bit different.

“Usually I tour tracks for months before recording them, but this CD was made prior to any of the tracks being heard or performed. That means that you go in blindly hoping people like

LLOYD SPIEGEL the songs. It’s quite daunting,” he said.

“Night one of the tour in Sydney, I was trying to get that point across to the audience and for some reason at that moment I felt it was best explained by saying ‘You know how you never know if your kids are ugly till others start recoiling in horror? That’s how I feel about

these songs. I’m hoping they’re not ugly children.’”

It seems they’re not ugly children though; the album has been rapturously received by public and media alike.

“Spiegel is an artist who understands how to get a guitar to sing and cry and scream,” Benjamin Smith said in his Amplify review of This Time Tomorrow.

“I find more and more these days that the best reactions I get are not to the blistering guitar tracks but to the songwriter tracks that are simple in their delivery.” Spiegel said.

“That surprises me because so much of my career has been based on the guitar, but maybe it means I’m improving as a writer. Either way, performing the new tracks has opened-up a new chapter with new stories and new ideas.”

Lloyd Spiegel has come a long way since Sunday afternoons at the Station Hotel in Prahran as a young boy sitting on a milk crate, watching and listening in awe to the likes of Dutch Tilders and Geoff Achison.

Spiegel is approaching blues legend status domestically, and has a dedicated international following. He recently toured the Czech Republic for the first time.

Spiegel’s shows are intense, albeit littered with insightful and humorous anecdotes. His guitar playing though, is just something else. A great night is in store.

Lloyd Spiegel plays at the Old Church on the Hill on Saturday, August 12. Doors at 7.30pm.

Local boy, Animal Time front man and 2004 Lazenby Young Guitarist award winner, Sean Nudl is supporting.

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EDINBURGH BOUND: Hamish Hare and Emily Earl .

Pipers to Tattoo T

WO young central Victorians will be part of an international cast on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle for 25 performances of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo next month.

Bendigo’s Emily Earl and Hamish Hare, from Maryborough, have spent many months practising more than 30 tunes that will be played by the massed pipes and drums in the 68th annual tattoo that attracts a capacity crowd of 9000 people to each performance.

They were invited to play with Scots School Albury Pipe Band, one of four Australian pipe bands at the tattoo this year celebrating the heritage of Scottish clans with the theme A Splash of Tartan.

Emily, 15, has been playing bagpipes for four years and said it had always

been her dream to perform in the Edinburgh Tattoo.

“I’ve also been doing highland dancing for 10 years and always watch the tattoo when it’s on television. It’s a dream coming true,” she said.

Hamish, 12, took up bagpipes three years ago and said he was pretty excited to be part of this year’s tattoo cast.

“We been working hard on our music and our marching and making sure our uniforms are right,” Hamish said.

Emily and Hamish arrive in Edinburgh next week in time for rehearsals from 9am to 11pm each day before the first of the 25 performances on August 4 as well as competing at four competitions, including the Word Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow.

Ritzy show at Ulumbarra

Harvesting the crops M

ENTION has been made about the many different varieties of fruit and vegetables that were grown by Herbert Keck on a commercial basis.

Keck grew melons in profusion as he did the Turk Caps or squashes, however the pumpkins were only for weightlifters to harvest as most weighed in at over 30 kilograms each.

Then there was the rhubarb, the stems were the thickness of a man’s wrist, undoubtedly it grew so well because of the provision of plenty of manure and regular use of irrigation water.

Keck’s property was described as being snugly situated beneath the foothills of One Tree Hill.

A writer continued to note that the property was one of the best fruit plantations in the state.

It was also observed that the orchard and vegetables were intelligently and systematically cultivated.

The nursery and orchard being in such close proximity to the urban part of Bendigo was considered to be a distinct advantage for Keck, allowing him to let the fruit ripen on the trees before picking, thus ensuring that their flavour would be at its optimum.

The eulogistic description of Keck’s property went further to say that he had a perfectly kept orchard that was regarded by those that knew as one of the “show places of the district”.

Considering what the land was like at the time of Keck’s purchase, one could only be full of admiration for his persistence in bringing it to such high standards.

A small dairy was constructed

not far from the Keck’s home, this building had been partially sunk into the ground to help to keep the stored products cool.

Annie Keck and later Margaret also used this facility, which had bush poles for the roof – these had been covered with sheets of bark over which a good layer of clay was deposited.

Home-made QUITE A CROP: Keck’s rhubarb. preserves and bottled fruit were kept in the dairy as its temperature On one occasion early in the was always cool.

20th century Herbert Keck atOne local shop keeper who tended the St Patrick Day Sports took advantage of Keck’s fresh in central Bendigo. fruit and vegetables as well as A temporary grandstand had flowers was William J Kendall. been erected to enable some of Kendall had a shop in Harthe spectators to gain a better greaves Street and apart from the view of the various events. previously mentioned produce he Some children had crawled also had a variety of confectionunderneath the stand to position ary for sale. themselves near the front.

Many flowers were required Unfortunately the weight of

by Kendall for the making of the spectators was too great and wreaths. the structure collapsed with a Pot plants were another spemighty crash. cialty of Herbert Keck and when There was pandemonium he had an oversupply, he took a with the collapse of the grandcart load of them to JH Curnow’s stand, many people believed auction rooms on the corner of that the children who were Queen and Mitchell streets. underneath the stand would be When his son was of a sufcrushed. ficient age he was taken into the Hundreds of people helped business and the orchard and to lift the tangle of timber away, nursery was then called Keck and miraculously there were no life Son. threatening injuries.

With the son helping to run Keck, who had been on the the business it gave Herbert a stand when the whole structure little more time to pursue other tumbled down only received interests. minor abrasions and bruising.

PUTTING IT ON: National tour.

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FTER playing to sold-out crowds in the UK, musical Puttin’ On The Ritz is coming to Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre in September as part of a huge national tour.

The show is set in the golden age of Hollywood where melody, rhythm and dance was king.

The Australian version adds Rob

Mills to the glittering cast of West End stars, and brings to life the music of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin.

Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre is the fourth location of the tour, on September 5, before the cast plays The Palms at Crown Casino two nights later. Tickets at www.gotix.com.au.

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Funerals Do you have your affairs in order?

Demand for funeral bonds on the rise W

HILE most of us don’t like to think about funerals, a little preparation can mean peace-of-mind for loved ones.

The number of customers making enquiries to Australian Friendly Society about funeral bonds, has seen new business more than triple through Bendigo Bank branches during the last two years, according to the Bendigo Bank’s Mandy Cooper.

Financial planners are also referring clients, as there can be financial advantages associated with investing in funeral bonds.

Investments of up to $12,750 (indexed annually) or pre-paid funerals are currently exempt from Centrelink and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Income and Assets Tests, resulting in important taxation and pension considerations, depending on personal circumstances.

“Many older people like to make sure that those left behind don’t have the stress of having to find money for a funeral, particularly if a death is sudden or unexpected,” Mandy said.

“For them it’s simply a practical decision intended to make their passing easier for those left behind.”

It’s certainly a conversation that people should think about having with loved ones.

The Bendigo Funeral Bond is a capital-guaranteed savings

and investment plan that solely accumulates funds towards the cost of your funeral expenses.

The true value of pre-planning for funeral expenses shouldn’t be underestimated.

It’s also worth noting that there are some very important differences between a capital guaranteed funeral bond and a funeral insurance plan, which may require premiums to be paid up to date in order to receive payment.

Exploring and understanding these differences with a financial planner can be a worthwhile exercise.

For more information please visit your local Bendigo Bank branch or call 1800 803 173.

The Bendigo Funeral Bond is issued by Australian Friendly Society Limited ABN 29 087 648 851 AFSL 247028, associated with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 (the Bank) and its related entities.

It is capital guaranteed by the Society, it is not a deposit with, guaranteed by, or liability of the Bank or its related entities.

This article includes general information only, you should consider your situation and read the disclosure document available at www.bendigobank/funeralbonds.com. au before making a decision.

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KNOWLEDGEABLE: Bendigo Bank’s Mandy Cooper. Photo: GARRY PATERSON

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Remembrance Parks’ tours and information sessions continue to shine a light on our often forgotten past

Dying to Know Week is about celebrating life and exploring the possibilities of end-of-life options...

Dying to know R

EMEMBRANCE Parks Central Victoria is encouraging central Victorians to let their dying wishes be known to friends and family during their Dying to Know Week, with a variety of informative activities starting early next month throughout Bendigo.

Dying to Know Week is about celebrating life and exploring the possibilities of end-of-life options that support us to live a fulfilled life in partnership with some of the industry’s most innovative organisations and service providers.

Start the week off by joining local artist Eliza-Jane Gilchrist with a sketchbook for her urban sketching opportunity from 11am on Saturday, August 5 at Bendigo Remembrance Park in Carpenter Street, before one of the two scheduled Diversity and Memorialisation tours the following day Overall there are seven days of activities including the Dying to Know expo at Eaglehawk Remembrance Park on Tuesday, August 8, followed by a screening of the highly acclaimed A Will for the Woods documentary at the Star Cinema later in the week.

This year’s Dying to Know expo features presentations from numerous speakers including author Lisa Herbert of The Bottom Drawer Book, an after life action plan that covers some of the important issues facing your family after your departure with a humorous twist.

Joining Lisa will be local estate and will solicitor Russell Robertson and Remembrance Parks’ CEO Graham Fountain.

A Will for the Woods is a thought provoking documentary that follows terminally ill musician and psychiatrist Clark Wang as he discovers and helps establish a growing movement that uses death to conserve and restore natural areas, forgoing contemporary funeral practices.

A question and answer session will follow with the documentary’s producer Amy Browne.

For more details or to register for any of the week’s activities visit www.rpcv.com. au or phone 5446 1566 extension 210.

INTERESTING: Urban sketching with local artist Eliza-Jane Gilchrist.

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Pre-Paid Funerals Pre-Paid Funerals are a Fully Paid Funeral and the contract and conditions should comply with the Funerals Act 2006. Prepaid Funerals are generally a lump sum payment which when paid is placed in a Funeral Bond where the annual interest offsets the rising costs of Funerals over time. The basis of the Act ensures that the costs as specified in the Pre-Paid Funeral contract are guaranteed.

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Funeral Insurance Funeral Insurance, on the other hand, is not a Pre-paid Funeral — it is an insurance policy that agrees to pay a benefit to your beneficiary in return for a regular payment of a premium – usually monthly or fortnightly.

The number of premiums you pay has no relation to the cost of a Funeral and in fact over the life of the policy you may pay for your funeral many times over. It is also important to note the beneficiary is not bound by law to use the funds to pay for the Funeral.

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Funerals Do you have your affairs in order?

TOP EFFORT: William Farmer Funeral Directors’ Jesse Cattell was instrumental in organising this year’s Biggest Morning Tea. Photo: GARRY PATESON

A big thank you

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HIS year for the first time William Farmer Funeral Directors held the Biggest Morning Tea at our Victoria Street Chapel in Eaglehawk, to help raise money for the Cancer Council.

The idea to organise the morning tea was presented to us by our team member Jesse Cattell, who was the main organiser of the event.

We were amazed at the generosity shown by so many businesses and individuals, who wanted to contribute to such a great cause.

Thanks to them, we achieved a very successful day.

We were thrilled with the response from the community who came out to help support the Cancer Council.

The people who attended were able to relax, chat and listen to live music from a band, who also donated their time to help create a festive atmosphere.

They enjoyed a beautiful morning tea, participated in raffles and plant sales, which gave a buzz around the room.

We have received a positive response from the many people who attended the Biggest Morning Tea and are looking forward to next year.

We were able to raise $767 for the Cancer Council.

We really appreciated all the support we received from the community for this event, and we hope next year will be even bigger.

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In addition, desexing significantly reduces some medical problems that may lead to premature death, “Such as breast cancer in bitches if desexed before their first season, or testicular cancer in male dogs,” practice manager Jamie Tuohey said.

Female rabbits should also be desexed due to their high propensity for the development of uterine cancer.

“There are a lot of misconceptions or myths about how desexing affects your pet but in reality desexed pets live longer.”

“Your pet will not necessarily become fat and lazy, this occurs because of

improper diet and lack of exercise,” Jamie said.

“In fact many pets become a lot more settled after desexing displaying less aggression while being more receptive to obedience training.

“Male cats are also unlikely to spray mark with urine if desexed at a young age.”

Bendigo Animal Hospital recommends desexing your pet, between five and six months of age for most dogs and cats.

Large breed dogs may be desexed later and you should discuss this, and any other queries about desexing, with a veterinarian.

As an added incentive Bendigo Animal Hospital at 294 Napier Street, Bendigo have extended their 20 per cent saving on desexing until the end of August with the presentation of the discount coupon in the Bendigo Weekly.

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“While this increase isn’t a sign that all of these taxpayers are doing the wrong thing, it is giving us a reason to pay extra attention,” Assistant Taxation Commissioner Kath Anderson said.

Common mistakes include people claiming ineligible clothing, claiming for something without having spent the money, and not being able to explain the basis for how the claim was calculated.

“I heard a story recently about a taxpayer purchasing everyday clothes who was told by the sales assistant that they could claim a deduction for the clothing if they also wore them to work,” Ms Anderson said.

“This is not the case. You can’t claim a deduction for everyday clothing you bought to wear to work, even if your employer tells you to wear a certain colour or you have a dress code.”

For clothing to be eligible for a legitimate deduction, it needs to be occupationspecific clothing, protective clothing or a uniform that is unique to your employer.

Ms Anderson said it is a myth that you can claim a standard deduction of $150 without spending money on appropriate clothing or laundry.

She said that while record keeping requirements for laundry expenses are relaxed for claims up to this threshold, taxpayers do need to be able to show how they calculated their deduction.

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Strong and continuous development over more than 60 years has put us at the forefront of poultry production in Australia!

We are currently recruiting for a number of key roles within the business:

Diesel Mechanic – Leading Hand 4 On 4 Off Roster (10 hour Shifts) We are looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our small and vibrant team.

This is an exciting and challenging role for an experienced

To be considered for this role you will need to be committed to

• Be willing to undertake further training to enhance and improve

safety in the workplace. Additionally candidates must possess:

their skills and knowledge base • Be a qualified diesel mechanic with previous experience in a

• Time management skills, interpersonal skills, knowledge of GMP,

mechanic to carry out the following tasks:

similar role

OH&S requirements and good

• Routine services and maintenance repairs (breakdown, corrective and preventative maintenance) on

organisational skills including basic knowledge of computers –

• Hold a current driver’s licence

our fleet of modern trucks

Excel/Word etc.

• Hold or have the ability to gain HR, and Forklift licences

• Fault diagnosis auto electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic

• Be flexible with work on call rosters.

• Be capable of coordinating a small team. Inclusive of providing

• Engine and transmission repairs

support, direction and advice as required and working autonomously

• Liaise with Drivers, Administration Staff and Management

to provide support to the vehicle maintenance, and road transport

• Maintain accurate records of work completed.

areas outside normal operating hours.

Applications close Friday 25th August 2017.

Plant Maintenance Leading Hand

Human Resources Recruitment Administrator

4 days on/4 days off Rotating Day/Afternoon Shift We are currently seeking a suitably experienced Leading Hand for our Plant Maintenance crew. Ideal candidates are those with a positive attitude, who work safely, have the ability to solve problems, provide solutions and who want to be a contributing team member. Persons who thrive on technical work and the ability to apply their previously learned knowledge in the workplace are encouraged to apply.

Reporting to the People & Performance Manager, the Human Resources Recruitment Administrator is primarily responsible for all facets relating to the recruitment and retention of suitable candidates, including advertising, interviewing, on boarding, and reporting.

To be successful in this role you will have: • A Degree in Human Resources or other related field (and/or min 3 years experience in a related

To be successful for this position you will need to have:

HR field)

• Cert III Engineering Mechanical –required

• Previous experience in an office environment

• Welding – TIG MIG and Arc – desirable

• High level of customer service skills

• MEX understanding - desirable

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

• Time management skills, interpersonal relationship skills, knowledge of GMP, OH&S requirements and

• Competency to operate Microsoft Office packages and Human Resource Information Systems

good organisational skills including basic knowledge of computers – Excel/Word etc.

• Must be capable of co-ordinating a small team providing support, direction and advice as required

• A commitment to exercising initiative and enhancing systems/processes • Strong attention to detail

and working autonomously to provide support to the engineering and production areas outside normal

• An understanding of confidentiality and privacy

operating hours.

• Able to follow both verbal and written instructions

• Applicants need to be proactive in taking positive actions and must be willing to undertake further training to enhance and improve their skills and knowledge base.

• Willingness to work in a fast paced environment and support co workers • Excellent organisational skills and be able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Applications close Friday 25th August 2017.

Applications close Monday 7th August 2017.

Food Technologist

Credit Controller

(Up to 3 Days Per Week - Fixed term to 31 March 2018) A large part of our success can be attributed to our focus on our quality standards. As a result of the introduction of Country of Origin Legislation Hazeldenes is progressing a project to ensure 100% compliance. As a result the newly created role of Food Technologist has been identified. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all products are compliant with all Quality Assurance and legislative requirements, together with improving processes.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Credit Controller, is primarily responsible for Hazeldenes’ credit collection function, including following up accounts; collecting outstanding debts; and customer account queries. The successful candidate must have a preparedness to cover the full gambit of functions from daily banking to debt collection.

To be successful in this role you will have: • A minimum of three years’ experience in a credit collection role

The Food Technologist is accountable for: • •

Source, document and utilise robust ingredient statements Complete finished goods calculations

•

Prepare and develop product Specifications & compliance documents

•

Create and maintain auditable documentation

This is an important project and our ideal candidate will have: • Tertiary qualification in Product/Food Technology • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel • Sound personnel hygiene practices • A strong focus on meeting targets • Proven attention to detail and accuracy • A commitment to providing quality customer service

Applications close Wednesday 9 August 2017.

• High level of customer service skills, including well-established negotiation skills • Competency to utilise Microsoft Office packages and financial software packages • Proven attention to detail • Team-oriented approach • Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to work to established deadlines • An ability to work within established systems/processes and a continuous improvement ethos Applications Close Friday 11 August 2017

Hazeldenes is a great place to work – and just 20 minutes from the centre of Bendigo!

If you would like further information on any of these great opportunities, including a Position description for the role, please email jobs@hazeldenes.com.au

Hazeldenes is an equal opportunity employer.

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Services Offered

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Polished Concrete Training Learn the art of Polished Concrete or better your skills with a system that works every time. iBS Professional training program is regarded as the best in Aus, Mate! It is a full on 3 day Training Course with a small group of 9 so book your spot now .

DATE : 23 ,24, 25 August 2017 in Sydney Book now by calling Gloria : (02) 97000701 or email: sales@ibssales.com.au

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Services Offered 1300 558 385 HANDY MAN

BUILDER

New Homes, Extensions Renovations & more Ph 0408 575 604

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Complete bathroom makeovers & alterations.

34 yrs exp by qual tradesman.

Servicing Bendigo - Castlemaine & surrounding districts.

FREE Quote phone Rod Cox 0419 267 672 or 4406 6019.

BRICKLAYERS all types of brick and block work, chimneys and fireplaces.

Ph 5446 7057 or 0418 370 917 or 0458 438 930

BRICKLAYING No job too big No job too small Ph 0417 127 131

FREE Pickup/Return Service from: Bendigo Railway Station, Eaglehawk, Golden Square, Kangaroo Flat & White Hills

No job too small inc TV & Computer Very cheap rates Norm 0418 530 174

CLARE'S IRONING from smoke free homes only please $35 standard flat basket. Local delivery $5. Free delivery for regulars 0407 987 024

Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping

Spraying (Roundup) $35 per hr / $30 pen (inc. take away clippings).

Delivery of Garden Products Rubbish Removal $80 per load/$70 pen (incl tip fee $35) for 7x4 square box trailer.

NO tyres or rock/clean fill.

Cash only Ph Mick 0407 448 249

Visit Our New Look Website: www.cardwells.com.au

EXTENDED TOURS 14d Queensland: Aug 23.............................................................$4675 10d Cape York: Aug 27................................................................$6650 8d Carnavon Gorge: Sep 7..........................................................$2050 4d Canberra Floriade: Sep 18.......................................................$995

CONCRETER

Paths, Driveways, Cross overs, Sheds, Small & big jobs, Reasonable rates.

Seniors Discount Free quotes.

Ph. 0422 424 348.

6d Sydney Spectacular: Oct 14..................................................$1580 7d Lord Howe Island: Oct 21.... (Must book early).....................$4250 5d Fringe Of The Desert: Oct 23.................................................$1095 5d Downton Abbey Tour: Oct 30.................................................$1450 14d Tasmania Springtime Tour: Nov 6........................................$4390 5d Hunter Valley Lights: Nov 13..................................................$1295 5d Flinders Island: Nov 17...................................................….. $3075 5d Celebrate In The Grampians: Dec 24.................................... $1375 5d See in 2018 in Mt. Gambier: Dec 30.…............…………...$1395 ** MORE GREAT TOURS AVAILABLE FOR 2018**

2018 3d Jamala Lodge Safari May 30 (contact office)

INTERNATIONAL TOURS Includes flights & most meals *6d Sydney & Norfolk Island: Feb 21 ...........................................$2975 *10d Norfolk Goes Country:May 17..............................................$4200 * 17d New Zealand: Mar 9, 2018..................................................$5745 * 14d Treasures of South Africa: Jul 2..........................................$6995

35 McDonald Street, Numurkah 3636

Toll Free: 1800 033 068

Services ranging from general household maintenance and repairs to custom built Carpentry.

Contact Wayne: 0436 120 065. www.facebook.com/ WaynesCarpentry

(5 LINE MINIMUM)

PLASTERER EXPERIENCED LOCAL PLASTERER

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

LITTLE RIPPER

WEEDING

Rates from $40p/h Pensioner 10% Disc.

• Holes Patched • Renovations • Painting

PJ TAYLOR

5446 1422

Will hand weed garden beds, reliable service, $25.00 p/hour Ph Jim 0431 304 727

To advertise in this section please call

Digger Service

1.6 Tonne Excavator, Trenching, Rotary Hoeing, Post Holes, Levelling 4 in one bucket,Tipper Hire.

Ph: Glenn

1300 558 385

0418 510 074

0448 713 499

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

SAM'S WASHING MACHINES FREE REMOVALS

Bobcat & Tipper Hire

SINCE 1985 Bendigo Ph 03 5446 9449

Backhoe Trenching Post Hole Borer

200 - 600mm diameter

TV Tuning from $40

Site Clearing Driveways Excavation Laser Levelling Rubbish Removal

Call Ron 0438 569 385

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

Phone Ron on

5447 7823 or 0431 609 423

• 1.7 Tonne Mini Digger on Trailer • 900, 450, 300mm Buckets Plus Ripper • Post Hole Auger 300 & 450mm available • 5 Tonne Excavator Available for Hire with Rock Breaker • Dry & Wet Hire Available • 7 Days - Mon-Sun

ANTENNAS

CONCRETING

Cameron Concrete Domestic & Commercial.

For all your concrete requirements..

Call Rod 0400 611 016 Free Quotes & advice.

30 years experience

DD HANDYMAN & MAINTENANCE SERVICE All types of household jobs inc garden maint.

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Ph 0429 171 697

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KITCHEN, BATHROOMS & HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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MEMBER

0417 511 159

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Supplied and installed PIC LICENCED

ABN: 62 094 744 216

*Prices based on Twin Share (other Options available)

per line

$3.25

• Servicing Bendigo & Surrounds • Aerials & additional aerial points • Satellite & Computer Setups ps • Digital/Smart TV’s • Home Theatre, Wall Mount • DVD, Recorders & Foxtel • Installed & explained

7d Vic.Harbour/King Isl: Oct 4.....................................................$2150 3d Griffith Garden Festival: Oct 13...............................................$750

TRADE QUALIFIED CARPENTER

ANTENNAS

CLEANING & CARPET Cleaning, Steam clean or Dry clean $50 first room, $10 per room after that Ph 0439 374 389 Receipt & ABN supplied .

Just

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FORDS COACH TRAVEL TOURS & CHARTER

2017 DAY TRIPS Departing from Bendigo

BENDIGO PICK UPS PROVIDED

CALL 03 5821 3777

2017 TOURS

SA RIVERLANDS – MURRAY RIVER

SILO ART TOUR – WESTERN DISTRICT

TRAVELLERS XMAS PARTY Barooga Golf

CRUISE – BERRI 5 Days 21st September.

4 Days 24th October. .................. $850 t/s

Sun 10th Dec. Rodney Vincent ..........$80

................................................. $1,295 t/s

HUNTER VALLEY – Christmas Lights

2017 TOURS

19 Wheeler St, Shepparton

2017 TOURS

MILDURA COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 3 Days 6th October. ................... $550 t/s

KANGAROO ISLAND – Victor Harbor

CANBERRA FLORIADE

7 Days 4th September...... ....... $1,950 t/s

5 Days 7th October. ................ $1,095 t/s

KANGAROO Valley – Batemans Bay

CANBERRA FLORIADE – SYDNEY -

6 Days 13th September .......... $1,075 t/s

PENRITH 6 Days 13th October...$1,450 t/s

EYRE PENINSULA – Head of the Bight

WARRNAMBOOL – Great Ocean Rd

9 Days 21st September. .......... $2,195 t/s

5 Days 16th October. ................. $975 t/s

7 Days 9th November. ............. $1,750 t/s WARRNAMBOOL- Portland 4 Days 13th November. .............. $825 t/s

For a full list of available tours, or to find out more information, please visit our website: www.fordscoachtravel.com.au

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Services Offered BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

Bobcat & Tipper Hire Site Cleaning aning Driveways ys Excavation on Laser Levelling vellin ng Rubbish Removall Backhoe e

Call Rhys 0429 434 405 SKILLED OPERATOR

CHIMNEY SWEEPS

GARDEN SERVICES BIG AREA LAWN MOWING

Webby’s

Domestic/Industrial Large/Small Blocks Fence Lines/Fire Breaks Breaks

DIJNOFZ SW E E P S SWE

Phone Neil: 0473 486 130

• Removal of hard rubbish and garden waste • Rental clean ups/clean outs • Weeding and weed spraying • Trimming and pruning • Fallen timber and chainsaw work • Delivery and spreading of mulch, stone etc.

• Little Tipper/Drive - Hire

Q I P O F ;!

0475 086 721

GARDEN SERVICES

COMPUTERS

• Mowing • Whipper Snipping • Weeding

BUILDERS

BUILDER

Commercial & Domestic

Mob 0419 892 004 AfterHours 5441 1493

• Rubbish Removal

• Systems built • Repairs and upgrades • Network and internet connections • Virus and Spyware removal

e mitcho.1997@gmail.com f www.facebook.com/mitchsmow

Hours: Mon to Fri: 9 - 5.30 Sat: 9 - 12 Jeoff Milne 5447 2476 Mob 0425 728 336

HANDYMAN SERVICES

0419 238 485

• Gardening • Gutter Cleaning

DECKS / PERGOLAS

BENDIGO

PATIOS AND DECKS

for your free quote

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Ph: 0400 319 094 A: PO Box 304, Eaglehawk 3556 E: townsmith@bigpond.com

ELECTRICIANS

TRADE QUALIFIED CARPENTER

Jack Hando 0467 642 504 Carports Concreting Renovations Decks & Verandahs

Tiling Retaining Walls General Handyman Fix Ups

CARPET CLEANING

DON'S CARPET, TILE AND GROUT CLEANING MOVING OUT? WE HAVE A SPECIAL PRICE ON VACANT HOMES & UNITS NO POWER NEEDED

Phone 0428 443 808

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aglow

Trade qualified Home and garden maintenance Any odd jobs inside and outt

electrical PROMPT S SERVICE C • FREE Q QUOTES O S•C CALL TOM

0418 754 952

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HOME MAINTENANCE

ELECTRICIAN

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REC 7821

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Phone: 0417 329 802

YOU GROW IT, WE MOW IT

• Gutter cleaning • Gutter guard installation • Small maintenance jobs

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Suitable for • Renovations • Parties/Weddings • Sporting events and many more Call David/Bronwyn

0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

TRIPPA’S

PAINTING SERVICE SPECIALISING IN WEATHERBOARD HERITAGE HOUSING & REPAINTS

0427 241 958

0418 507 709 A/H 5448 3333

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by Phil Carman

MOBILE BATHROOMS • Handymen • Cleaning • Builder • Floors • • Carpenters • Glazier • Fencing • Plastering • • Painters • Bathroom & Kitchen Reno’s • • Granite Benchtops • Paving • Plumbers • • Decking • Electricians • Ramps • Tiling • Pruning • Tree Lopping • Sheds & Pergolas • • Lawns & Gardens • Small concreting jobs • • Dingo machinery work •

Building Permits Arranged + 20 Years Experience

CARPENTRY

LANDSCAPING

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL FROM SMALL YARDS TO LARGE COMMERCIAL AREAS

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SOUTHERN CROSS RESTUMPING

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• Yard Tidy Ups

The specialists in covering from top to bottom l Patios l Decks l Carports l Glassrooms l Granny Flats l Aluminium Screens PHONE STEVE

DBM-1122 DB-U-28169

• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

Stuart Erwin 0407 667 900 Cameron Rogister 0411 956 937

20+ years exp.

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LANDSCAPING

PAINTERS / DECORATORS NO JOB TOO SMALL

• Carpentry • Tiling • Painting • Plastering • Pergolas • Decks

CALL PETER 0409 422 271 Email: bhmpeter@hotmail.com

PAINTERS

To advertise in this section please call

1300 558 385

JB Painting & Decorating Joel Blundell Painting & Decorating Competitive Prices & Free Quotes New Homes | Renovations | Heritage Homes External & Internal Repaints Servicing Bendigo & Surrounding Areas Fully insured and reliable ABN: 86134228939

Ph 0432 626 446 Email: painter_joel@hotmail.com

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Services Offered

For Sale

TREE SERVICES

SMITHS

To advertise in this section please call

Quality tree and Stump Removal

1300 558 385 BendigoWeekly

Pty. Ltd.

License No. 32710

A friendly, reliable, local plumbing team fully qualified in all aspects of plumbing

2 X SB Queen anne beds, HD/foot $50 Ph 0409 175 052

FOLDABLE Wheelchair $100 Ph 5447 0363

David Smith 0427 506 160 e: dsmith.trees@gmail.com

2 KEY Safe, Fire Proof $600 Ph 5448 3468

Suit drystone wall, driveway, or creek wash out. Bobcat, Exc & Tipper avail. Ph 0428 507 846

• Licensed Backflow Tester • Blocked Drains • Burst Pipes • Septics • Gas Leaks & Gas Fitting • Hot Water Services • Roof Leaks • Renovations • Gen Plumbing • Latest Drain Cleaning Equipment QUALITY WORK AT THE RIGHT PRICE!

4 Nolan Street, Bendigo

PLUMBERS

No

0448 701 138

544 33 999

SEPTIC

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Ph 0408 507 715 E: johncrossplumbing@westnet.com.au

JLC PLUMBING & GAS

SPECIALISING IN: GENERAL PLUMBING & MAINTENANCE RENTAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE GAS FITTING AND SERVICING GENERAL PLUMBING HOT WATER SERVICE & MAINTENANCE REPAIR & GAS FITTING AND REPLACEMENT BLOCKED DRAINS SERVICING RENOVATIONS AND HOT WATER SERVICE INSTALLATIONS BLOCKED DRAINS 24 HOUR SERVICE RENOVATIONS AND INSTALLATIONS 24 HOUR SERVICE

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PHONE: 5444 4681

Malone Tree Services Liam Malone

l

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l

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AAA TREE LOPPING For Best Price Phone Jack Direct

BAR stools, Chrome & white leather x 2 $50pr Ph 0466 269 948 BEDROOM chair, gold velvet, vintage, $50 Ph 0466 269 948 BENDIGO Century Collectors Edition No 68 $15 Ph 5442 1507.

BENDIGO History 175yrs 1836-2011 $10 Ph 5442 1507.

BOOKS, set of 3 Alison DuBois, GC $15 Ph 5447 7275 CAMPING kids Drizabone raincoat sz 8-10 VGC $35 Ph 0432 346 659

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STORAGE

CV Industrial Vacuum Services 10 SIZES AVAILABLE • Free Use of Courtesy Trailer • 7 Days Access & On-Site • Electronic Surveillance Security NEW AND USED BOXES AND PACKING MATERIALS AVAILABLE

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CARPET, Self pattern, light fawn, 640x330 VGC $80 Ph 5444 4615

Local Classifieds DISPLAY ADS

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Reduce Fire Risk Spouts Vacuumed Spotlessly Pensioner Discounts Water Tanks Cleaned

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Immaculate, top brand, only $350 Ph 0429 145 395

GAS cook top, Chef, 66 x 53cm, $40 5447 1731

HAY

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HAY OATEN 5x4 rolls $35 Grass $20. Suit cattle.

Ph 0429 383 006

HAY & STRAW

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Delivery available Maiden Gully Ph 0438 373 291

A fun, safe way for your cat to enjoy the outdoors.

Free quotes to suit your budget.

FOR SALE

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SPOUT CLEANING

FRIDGE/freezer, 470L, side by side, white, $100 Ph 0438 118 068

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· Tree Removal & Pruning · Green Waste & Stump Removal · Tower/Chipper/Bobcat /Tipper · Over 15 Years Experience · We Travel Anywhere · Free Quotes · Fully Insured

SPOUT CLEANING

FREE MULLOCK

FOR SALE

TREE SERVICES l

FLUORESCENT lights with tubes (x7) $25 lot Ph 5446 1310

Cat Enclosures

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Established in Bendigo for over 30 years

50 peoples friend Magazines, 31/3/2017 06/04/2017 $20 Ph 5442 1507.

BALI cabinet, 1020mm W, 650 D, 1140 H $99 Ph 0455 730 364

• Pensioners (Disc) • Full Insurance • (Prompt) Same Day Service

Plumbing New homes Renov Ren nov ovat atio tiio ons Renovations

TREE SERVICES

TREE SERVICES

Lic#100122

John Cross

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(no job too BIG or SMALL for the Smith Family team)

Greg Hicks st same day Plumbing Fajosebrvtoicoesmall Master Plumber

FIREWOOD

SALE GIVING & LIVING OP SHOP Fill a supermarket bag with clothing only $5 Starts Mon 31st July to Sat 5th August. 75 Beischer St, Bendigo

PLUMBERS

Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting

FOR SALE

Tree Maintenance • Stump Mulching Hire Travel Tower • Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding • Tip Truck & Woodchipper Hire • Free Quotes

PUBLISHING 38,200 COPIES EVERY FRIDAY

PLUMBERS

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CERTIFICATE Frame, A4, New, Drk Brown $15 Ph 5447 7275 CHILDS Toy Ukelele unused just display, EC $10 Ph 0476 077 570 CORDLESS Telephone, EC $25 Ph 0437 567 073

FOR SALE HAY

Oaten rolls, net wrapped.

Excellent Quality from $55 Axedale. 0428 590 023

HAY TRANSPORT

CAN fit 42 big sq, 720 little square, long/ short distance 32 ft tray 24 ft trailer, paddock to shed, paddock to fence line.

Telehandler available for big jobs 0438 500 665

DIESEL stationery engine, 15hp, Ruccerini motor $90 Ph 0455 730 364

BOTTLE capper, $20 Ph 5439 3715

DISABILITY Stable Frames $20 Ph 0408 571 794

HOME brew kit, 30L, $25 Ph 5439 3715

DOG play pen, suit sm /med dog $50 Ph 0409 175 052

HOME brew kit, 30L, $25 Ph 5439 3715

BOOKS x 2 The Two Ronnies $3 for both Ph 0476 077 570 DVDS gift boxed set of Grace Kelly movies $20 0476 077 570

FIREWOOD FOR SALE 1 cubic metres of Ironbark, Sell $110 Ph 0419 302 000

FIREWOOD Apprx 35cm in 2metre lengths, stacked, Pick up only, $3,000 the lot. Ph 0439 685 823

KEV'S KINDLING 5kg bags for $5 Pensioner discount Ph 0422 073 512

FIREWOOD

Premium split box wood and red gum 1m $150, 5m $700, 10m $1350 Free delivery Greater Bendigo area.

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JAM pot, 20L aluminium GC $25 Ph 5446 1310

KNITTING yarn, acrylic, 8 ply, white, fluffy 500gm $15 Ph 5447 7275

LADIES purple mountain bike, as new cond $80 Ph 5447 7407.

LAWN fertiliser spreader, Scotts, $40 Ph 5439 3715

LEATHER 3 seater couch, bone colour. Excellent Condition, as new $500, ono Ph 5439 3701

LEATHER Lounge suite 2 x 2 seaters, 2 x chairs, 2 x ottomans Good cond. $320 ONO 4 PIECE colonial Bedroom suite Queen Slat bed, 2 x 3drwr S/tables, 1 x mirror T/boy VGC $420 ONO Phone 0417 157 132

LOUNGE Suite Green Leather, 3 seater couch, 2 recliners, GC $500 5446 9364

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FOR SALE

MAKEUP case, brand new, 21 x 30cm, $15 Ph 0437 567 073

STURDY Walker $30 Ph 5447 0363

MEAT safe , timber , with side screen, EC $85 ono Ph 0455 730 364

TOP SOIL Lawn soil $35 p/m Garden Soil $45 p/m, includes local delivery 4, 6 and 10m avail.

Garden rocks also avail.

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Hawks soar to top spot

Thunder march into final series

By JOEL PETERSON

AT the end of 2016 Eaglehawk was the absolute flavour of the month in Bendigo football, the team everyone was predicting to be the next big thing.

The Hawks roared home and made the finals after being 3-6 after nine rounds and then proceeded to make their way to a preliminary final where they gave Golden Square an almighty scare.

Four rounds into this season the Hawks were almost friendless at 3-2 having been belted by Strathfieldsaye and rather unconvincing in their three victories.

Matt Gretgrix had kicked just 14 goals, the Hawks were lethargic in attack and coach Josh Bowe was scrambling to find the right mix.

Since then, Eaglehawk has gone on an eight-game winning tear and ridden it all the way to the top of the BFNL ladder, the sixth side to sit in that position this season after an impressive win at Square.

In a finals race that with five rounds left is about as easy to predict as next year’s Tattslotto numbers, the Hawks have put themselves in an enviable position.

Adding to the excitement at Eaglehawk is the fact that the club’s bold recruiting strategy in A-grade netball is paying off with the team destined to make finals after a big win over Golden Square.

The additions of Ash and Abbey Ryan have bolstered the team’s attack and the Hawks loom as a serious finals threat on the court as well.

The success – of course not yet validated through finals – is timely, given the club opened its brand new clubrooms precinct this season which has no doubt injected further life into famous Canterbury Park.

All but one of the sides are currently in

TALENT: Eaglehawk’s youth, such as Lachie Atherton, has been key to its fortunes. the top five in the respective netball and football grades, and their form is leaving little doubt as to the standing of the club as a power for the future.

Eaglehawk’s eight-game winning streak goes up against reigning premier Sandhurst at Canterbury Park this week in senior football, and for the A-grade side it’s a date with the ladder leader.

On current form, it would be hard to rule the home side out of either contest.

They will enter the senior football clash as deserved favourites, even without Gretgrix who is set to miss a month with a broken left hand.

A win would keep them a game clear with four rounds left and games against Gisborne, Kyneton, Castlemaine and Maryborough still to come.

The Tigers will no doubt prove the biggest test of that bunch, but in a finals race where little is clear the Hawks can use that stretch to further stamp themselves as the team to beat.

In other round 14 games Kyneton and South Bendigo do battle in a match with finals ramifications written all over it, Maryborough hosts Strathfieldsaye, Gisborne faces Golden Square and Castlemaine plays Kangaroo Flat.

Dogs host rivals in cup fixture

WELCOME RETURN: Bendigo hosted the international cup in 2014.

Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

GOLDEN Square Football Netball Club is bringing international football back to Bendigo, with Wade Street Oval set to host an AFL International Cup game next month.

Traditional rivals across many a sporting code, India and Pakistan will compete for bragging rights on Friday, August 11 under lights.

The game has been transferred from Eithad Stadium to Golden Square due to the connection between the Bulldogs and AFL India through a series of visits made by club members to the subcontinent.

The match is played as part of the AFL International Cup, which is held during August and takes in grounds around Melbourne and regional Victoria.

“It is exciting to be able to continue and strengthen our relationship with AFL India which has come about through our GSFNCorganised trips for Bendigo sports people to Kolkata to help them run their national championships every January,” Bulldogs president Brendan Stewart said.

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“The 17 players who have come from India will be billeted by families from our GSFNC community for their week-long stay in Bendigo.”

The club is hoping to use the game to connect with members of the local Indian and Pakistani communities.

There will be an Indian team practice match against a team made up of some of our younger Golden Square players on Tuesday, August 1 at Wade St to help the Indian side prepare for the match.

The International Cup is played every three years, with no expatriate Australians eligible to play. Teams comprise solely of amateurs who must be nationals of the country they represent.

In 2014 there were 25 teams (18 men’s and seven women’s) representing 18 nations. Papua New Guinea won the 2014 men’s event, while Canada was victorious in the women’s.

Bendigo’s Queen Elizabeth Oval held matches in 2014, including Ireland against Nauru.

The match on Friday, August 11 starts at 7pm. Entry will be free.

THE finals of the first Northern Country Women’s League kick off this weekend with the Bendigo Thunder going in as red-hot favourites.

The Thunder finished the 10-round competition with just one loss, and was the only side from the AFL Central Victoria region to make the finals.

The postseason is dominated by Goulburn Murray teams, with Benalla, Shepparton and Echuca filling second, third and fourth.

The finals series will be held across the next three weekends, with the winner of the first semi finals between the Thunder and Benalla to advance to the grand final, to be played on August 13.

The loser of that game will play the winner of this weekend’s Shepparton versus Echuca final on August 6 for the remaining grand final place.

Benalla jumped into second last weekend, with a commanding 61 point win at home over the Murray Bombers.

Natalie Pritchard starred up forward with five goals and looms as a threat again this weekend.

Shepparton could have had the double chance sewn up but had a costly loss to Mooroopna and will need to bounce back against the Bombers this week.

Both games will be played on Sunday, with the Thunder playing Benalla at Weeroona Oval at 2.30pm.

POWER SIDES FACE OFF HEATHCOTE District Football Netball League power sides North Bendigo and Leitchville will face off in a top-of-the-table clash at Gunbower.

The teams have played each other in the past two HDFL grand finals and are both in red hot form.

North Bendigo have injury concerns to star forward trio Rhys Ford, Brady Herdman and Sam Barnes, along with ruckman Brett Strange, providing a headache or two for coach Rob Bennett.

The Bombers meanwhile are coming off a solid victory over Huntly and looking to be the first side to get the better of the Dogs this season.

Other games in round 16 of the HDFL see Mount Pleasant host Huntly, Elmore up against Heathcote and Colbinabbin at home to White Hills in a battle of two of the league’s A-grade netball sides.

MINERS HOST SEASON FINALE ELIMINATED from finals contention, Saturday will see the Bendigo Fighting Miners play their last game of the season.

The Miners were thumped 67-19 by Kiwi Hawthorn last week and host ladder leader Eltham at Epsom Huntly Reserve on Saturday.

The match begins at 3pm.

BLUES, HAWKS DO BATTLE STRATHDALE’S top-four hopes in Bendigo Amateur Soccer League face an almighty test this weekend against top side Eaglehawk.

Other games see Colts United play Moama Echuca, Golden City host Epsom, local rivals Shepparton and Shepparton United and Spring Gully United travel to Shepparton South.

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Spirit hit the road to start WNBL season

By JOEL PETERSON

THE Bendigo Spirit will start its WNBL campaign with two away games as the new-look league undergoes major changes to its draw.

The 21-game season is compressed into 13 rounds between October and the end of December, with finals in January.

One of the main drivers for the change of timing is the TV deal with Fox

Dragons slayed by rivals AN old enemy got the better of the Bendigo Dragons in last weekend’s Goldfields Bowl clash, Ballarat proving too strong in a fierce encounter.

Under the Tom Flood Sports Centre lights the hosts skipped away to an early lead, up 16-9 at half time following two touch-

The 21-game season is compressed into 13 rounds

FLAME OUT: Ballarat was too good for the Dragons. Photos: ANDREW PERRYMAN

downs and resultant twopoint conversions.

It was all the Falcons after the break though, the visitors getting into the end zone twice and holding Bendigo score-

less to run out 22-16 winners.

The loss drops Bendigo to 1-4 on the season ahead of a trip to play Monash Barbarians this weekend.

Sports, with the broadcaster keen to free up air time for its AFLW commitments which are likely to start on Australia Day. Bendigo travels to Canberra to open the season against the Capitals before heading to Geelong to tackle a loaded Melbourne Boomers outfit on October 13.

Bendigo’s first home game will again be against Perth, on Sunday October 14.

Oddly, the Spirit’s next three games are then against either Perth or Adelaide, before the team plays Sydney Uni in one of two Thursday night home games on November 9.

The Spirit did cop the slightly inequitable side of the draw this season – a 21-game schedule means four sides play 10 home games and four sides play 11 – but that should be evened out next season.

The second Thursday night game at Bendigo Stadium comes against Canberra on December 14 and the third against Dandenong on December 21.

Also worth noting for Spirit fans, home games will start at 7pm for all night games in season 2017/18, a departure from the occasional 7.30pm start times of previous seasons.

The Spirit’s final game of the regular season, a Sunday afternoon fixture on New Years Eve, will also be at home and wrap the league’s home and away campaign before finals begin the next week.

The news comes as Bendigo fans are no doubt encouraged by Kelsey Griffin’s form for Australia at the Asia Cup. Griffin has been a starting member of the Opals lineup and was second in the tournament in scoring at the time of print, averaging 13.3 points per game.

The club also confirmed this week that young gun Ebony Rolph will return to its lineup for the upcoming season.

Rolph has been upgraded to the team’s main roster after two impressive SEABL campaigns with Geelong.

“Geelong is a great environment for Ebony to develop in, and she is doing really well again this year,” Pritchard said.

“Ebony missed a lot of last WNBL season with a finger injury, but when she returned, she was one our best performers on the track.”

Braves’ playoff hopes on the line THE Bendigo Braves and Lady Braves face what is unquestionably the biggest night in both of their seasons tomorrow as the sides jostle for SEABL postseason position with a fortnight of action remaining.

Both sides host playoff challengers at Bendigo Stadium, the Lady Braves hoping to lock up top spot with a win over Launceston while the Braves are just trying to hang in the postseason race.

The Braves have regained some momentum in their chase, squeezing past Ballarat last weekend in a key win over the then-top side in the east conference.

Still a long way from their best, the Braves can finish as high as third but absolutely must beat North West Tasmania in a vital game on Saturday to stay in the playoff hunt.

A win to the Thunder would cement their top-four place and

could see them move up the table, as both they and Ballarat have a game in hand on Bendigo.

Bendigo would then be relying on beating Melbourne and Ballarat losing each of its remaining three games heavily to claw back some percentage on the table, which is unlikely at best.

The Braves have been boosted by the return of Taylor Bell and last week rode blistering threepoint shooting from Chris Hogan and Adam Doyle (a combined 10of-16) to a 14-point win over the Miners.

Defensively, the Braves are still a long way away from what Ben Harvey would like, but produced in spades down the stretch last week as they outscored Ballarat by 12 points in the final period.

North West Tasmania has won three of its last four games and will be confident against Bendigo after winning by three points in the ear-

lier matchup between the two this season.

However, playing in Bendigo is a different story. While the Braves have an abysmal 2-9 road record, they are 9-2 at home this season.

The Lady Braves have less at stake but still plenty to play for.

They are locked into a finals spot and can finish between first and third, depending on form in the next two weeks.

A win over Launceston will make the equation somewhat simpler with a potential four-way tie for first avoided.

A win next week against lowly Melbourne would go a long way to ensuring a home final for Bendigo, but the Lady Braves are still without Kelly Wilson and Chloe Bibby and have lost three of their past four games.

Saturday night’s action tips off from 6pm with the Lady Braves against Launceston.

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It comes as the club prepares for a pair of important games against reigning senior premiers Sandhurst, whose A-grade netball side is the ladder leader.

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HIGH HOPES: Riley McIvor soars for a mark (left) while Ash Ryan (above) has been a big inclusion to Eaglehawk’s Agrade side. Photos: ANDREW PERRYMAN

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