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GAME OVER Bendigo Health sacks Mulder
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Jenny books a spot for the festival JOURNALIST and author Jenny Valentish was ahead of the rush this week for the Bendigo Writers Festival which starts today. Jenny will be discussing her book Woman of Substances as part of the three-day festival which includes more than 90 events across six venues – Bendigo Writers Festival Page 5
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IN a stunning development in Bendigo Health’s investigation of John Mulder, chairman Bob Cameron and fellow directors yesterday sacked the chief executive without declaring the grounds for his dismissal. The move left room for Mr Mulder to reiterate his position that he had done nothing wrong and to call for a copy of the investigation’s findings. But he confirmed to the Bendigo Weekly yesterday he would not pursue any move to be reinstated at Bendigo Health. “While I would have liked to have stayed on and completed the vision for Bendigo Health that I created with my team 10 years ago, the decision by the board brings my time at Bendigo Health to an end,” Mr Mulder said. His sacking followed a five-month investigation by the board and the tabling of an Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission report in state parliament. It alleged Mr Mulder had used Bendigo Health employees, contractors and resources associated with the construction of the new hospital, in a private capacity and without payment for goods and services valued at more than $10,000. The IBAC report detailed painting, electrical and and landscaping works allegedly completed on a Flora Hill property which at the time was owned by Mr Mulder’s wife, as well as electri-
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cal works and the transportation of goods to Geelong. Mr Mulder this week reiterated there had been no findings of gross misconduct or criminal activity made against him. He said yesterday the board’s investigation had been ordered by the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to prove if “any of the allegations are substantiated on the
I haven’t seen the evidence that proves any of the allegations balance of probabilities”. “I have not seen a copy of the investigator’s report so I haven’t seen the evidence that proves any of the allegations,” Mr Mulder said. He said he had asked for a copy of the report. Regardless, Victorian health minister Jill Hennessy supported the decision of the Bendigo Health board. “I’m aware that after the IBAC delivered a report, there were matters that were canvassed in that report that the board took the view that warranted further investigation,” she said.
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From Page 1 “They’ve thoroughly investigated those matters now and they’ve made a decision based on that investigation to terminate the services of the CEO.” The board has declined to expand on the findings of its investigation and said it did not publicly release the employment files of its former employees. In a statement, the board said it had afforded Mr Mulder due process and procedural fairness in reaching its decision. “For Bendigo Health, today marks the beginning of a new phase in the evolution of our health service,” it said. Directors will soon start the search for a new chief executive. “While our centrepiece is undoubtedly the new $630 million Bendigo hospital, our work serves the needs of more than 300,000 Victorians throughout the Loddon Mallee region,” the statement said. Mr Mulder said he believes Bendigo Health is better placed now than before he started. “I firmly believe any judgement from my peers or the people of Bendigo will
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DISMISSED: Former Bendigo Health CEO John Mulder. conclude that I leave Bendigo Health far better placed to meet the health needs of the community than when I commenced as CEO,” Mr Mulder said. “I am very proud of the achievements of my team at
Bendigo Health under my leadership.” Mr Mulder’s contract was due to expire next year. He stepped aside as chief executive in February but was paid a full salary before his dismissal yesterday.
Statement from John Mulder, former Bendigo Health chief executive: I RECEIVED advice this morning (Thursday) from Mr Bob Cameron, the Chair of Bendigo Health that my employment as CEO has been terminated. This advice confirmed there were no findings of either gross misconduct or criminality during my 10-year tenure at Bendigo Health. This is consistent with the earlier findings of IBAC. Consistent with procedural fairness I have requested from Mr Cameron a copy of the independent investigator’s report upon which the Bendigo Health Board directors made their decision. I cooperated fully with the investigation and believe I presented substantive and accurate evidence to refute all of the allegations that were put to me. Until I receive a copy of the investigator’s report I cannot make further comment on the specifics of their findings. I further note that related reports into these matters from RSM Bird Cameron and Grant Thornton Australia commissioned by Bendigo Health and a comprehensive investigation completed by CPA Australia all confirm no wrong doing on my behalf and no case to answer. I am very proud of the achievements of my team at Bendigo Health under my leadership, particularly the successful delivery of a world-class new hospital for the Bendigo and Loddon Mallee communities. I firmly believe any judgement from my peers or the people of Bendigo will conclude that I leave Bendigo Health far better placed to meet the health needs of the community than when I commenced as CEO. Finally I would like to thank the dedicated staff of Bendigo Health for their support and hard work over the past ten-years and I believe that the people of Bendigo and the Loddon Mallee region are indeed fortunate to have such a wonderful team of professionals looking after their health care.
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V/Line fails to impress
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THE operational performance of V/Line has been slammed by a Victorian Auditor General’s report that says the operator has failed to meet community expectations despite improvements to infrastructure and timetable changes. In fact, performance on the northern corridor (Bendigo, Swan Hill and Echuca lines) is almost as bad as at the height of the wheel wear saga, according to Total Performance Measurement figures listed in the report. The Auditor General’s office this week released the full scope of its investigation into the operator, saying it has fallen short of most of its targets and expectations over
Auditor General tackles operator on performance the past 10 years. Significantly, the report suggested the Regional Rail Link, which cost $3.65 billion, has not delivered its expected performance improvements for V/Line services. The 2016 wheel wear saga, that saw V/Line trains taken off the tracks, also had a huge impact on the operator both financially and in terms of its operations. The report states V/Line was forced to offer free travel to compensate passengers for the inconvenience, costing up to $2 million a week in fares, and replaced trains with coach services at a cost of up to $300,000 per day.
“V/Line has not successfully dealt with the challenges it has faced over the past decade,” the report stated. “However, it has recently started to turn this situation around and is now better informed about the risks and challenges facing its operations.” The report also lists several barriers to achieving punctuality, including single-track sections of track such as from Bendigo to Kyneton. But Victorian public transport minister Jacinta Allan has repeatedly told the Weekly that duplicating tracks on the Bendigo line is not a
priority for the government. Ms Allan said in a statement that the report showed that the current state government had repaired the damage caused to the system by the previous Liberal government. But the operator’s performance, as documented in the report, would suggest there is plenty of work still to do. The state opposition also claimed that regional commuters were being let down by the government. V/Line’s total performance measurement – computed from the punctuality and reliability of different train services, weighted ac-
cording to whether they are peak or off‑peak, weekday or weekend services – is below targets on all rail corridors. The accuracy of performance reporting was also brought into question. The report notes that the operators of coach services are only required to provide data on the on-time running of services for a random sample of five per cent of services. Among the recommendations handed down by the report were that V/Line needs to strengthen its monitoring processes for measuring on-time running of trains and coaches and also called on Public Transport Victoria to better monitor V/Line’s performance.
Bendigo Club bids for pokies
two blue: Robin Kirby has taken to the hobby of budgie breeding. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN
Budgie breeder reaches new heights ROBIN Kirby brings the same competitive spirit to budgerigar breeding and exhibition that made him a national champion in the adrenaline-charged sport of drag racing. The Lockwood resident was an Australian champion drag racer more than 15 years ago when the sport outshone all other motor sports. The Kirby family are also the masterminds behind Girton Grammar’s successful Energy Breakthrough team. But Mr Kirby is a beginner in competitive budgie breeding. He has his grandfather to thank for
his interest. His grandfather’s brother was also a breeder and one of the first office bearers in the Bendigo Canary and Cage Bird Society, formed in the 1930s and later to become the Bendigo Budgerigar Club. Robin Kirby has been a club member for only three years but is already blitzing the competition, taking home seven first-place gongs and placing eighth at the Australian National Budgerigar Championships in Mackay. Breeding is a serious business, with the birds’ size, markings and perching posture all counting for points.
“I enjoy the competition aspect as well as the success at shows, breeding a good quality bird and the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts,” Mr Kirby said. The Bendigo Budgerigar club will hold an exhibition day this Sunday featuring varieties of budgerigars that compete for state and national awards, and their breeders. Club president Barry Butcher said some birds will also be available to buy. The exhibition will be open between 10am and 2pm on Sunday, at the Girl Guides Hall in Atkins Street, North Bendigo.
THE Bendigo Club has lodged an application for an additional 16 electronic gaming machines. General manager Adrian McMahon said the additional gaming machines would allow the club to expand its community support. “Adding these machines will allow the club to construct a new community hub to be used by the Woodbury Bowling Club and other not-forprofit groups,” he said. “It will see a substantial reinvestment into the venue’s facilities.” Mr McMahon said the planned expansion would allow the organisation to provide space for more community groups, and allow for further cash and in-kind support of those groups. Located in Strathdale, the Bendigo Club went into administration in January 2016 and was purchased by the Kilmore Racing Club the following May, saving more than 40 local jobs. More than $2.2 million was spent on the Bendigo Club’s 44 poker machines in the 2016/17 financial year. Overall, punters spent more than $47.7m on pokies across the municipality, down almost $1m on the previous year. Mr McMahon said the Strathdale venue had provided a home away from home for locals for more than 100 years. “We pride ourselves on contributing to our local community,” he said. “Not just as a comfortable meeting and eating place for friends and families, but as a base for community groups who might otherwise not have one.” In 2016/17 the Bendigo Club provided more than $113,000 of cash and in-kind support for community groups, a 45 per cent increase on the previous administration’s last full-year effort. Mr McMahon said the club was actively involved in measures to prevent problem gambling and would continue to work with Anglicare and other groups to ensure responsible gambling.
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Festival of the fabulous This is the sixth Bendigo Writers Festival and it seems the event has always been part of our cultural calendar, such is the general acceptance and joy we gain from this event. The festival’s reputation has far exceeded regional boundaries, with visitors and participants drawn from interstate and overseas. When director Rosemary Sorensen created the first festival in 2012, it was very much a case of build it and they will come. Enchanted with the city’s arts precinct which now includes Ulumbarra theatre, Ms Sorensen
thought of Bendigo as a city waiting for a writers festival. Her vision and literary authority meant she was able to attract writers and commentators of the ilk of David Marr, Alex Miller and Alexis Wright. Along with the support of the City of Greater Bendigo, La Trobe University, the Weekly and enthusiastic community members, Ms Sorensen has well and truly put Bendigo on the literary map. A taste of this year’s names and events includes American writer Elizabeth Kostova and Australian provocateurs John Safran and Clementine Ford.
The festival also supports firsttime writers such as Majorie Williams whose memoir, Before I Forget: A Bendigo Girl 1928-1951, is a sheer delight. Our festival is about ideas, politics, art, music, food, fashion, comedy and of course books, gorgeous, glorious books. An aspect of the festival which we are particularly proud of is Text Marks the Spot. Supported by La Trobe university, lecturer Sarah Mayor Cox has ensured that each year schools are bussed into the festival for a free and wonderfully rich program. Sessions this Friday include
discussions with Anna Ciddor, and Leigh Hobbs and workshops will be offered by Chris Kennett and the great Casey Bennetto. The riches continue with the use of nearby, out-of-town venues. Today, fans can find writer and artist Bryan Dawe at the Maryborough Railway Station and David Haskell, the author of Songs of Trees, at the Old Court House, Dunolly. This is but a taste of this year’s festival, where more than 90 events run over the three days. For information about events, passes and tickets go to www.bendigowritersfestival.com.au – Dianne Dempsey
Students from Bendigo schools have been writing postcards to a magical horse named Sleipnir. Rachel Nightingale said the children have been enjoying writing to this mythical creature. Melbourne City of Literature and Reykjavik City of Literature have an agreement to promote books and reading. Together, they have created a journey for Sleipnir, who comes from Norse mythology but is now very much a contemporary flying horse, with magical powers to invite the imagination of younger readers to soar. Sleipnir has taken off from Reykjavik, Iceland and will be arriving – in spirit – at Text Marks the Spot (TMTS) schools day, at the Bendigo Writers Festival. City of Greater Bendigo mayor Margaret O’Rourke will be at TMTS to help Bendigo school children welcome Sleipnir. Students, including the students from California Gully Primary School, have been sending postcards to each place he visits as he wings his way to Bendigo. All schools participating in TMTS will be given Sleipnir bookmarks to take back to school with them so they can keep an eye on Sleipnir’s journey and continue creating postcards as he travels. Sleipnir’s travels can be viewed via the website and central Victorians are urged to help him send postcards from wherever he lands – especially when he lands in Bendigo. Let’s show the world just what a creative place this central Victorian heartland is. Visit www. sleipnirtravels.com
Sam the Story Tram returns AFTER the success of last year, Sam the Story Tram has again hit the tracks in Bendigo this week. It is a part of the Bendigo Writers Festival for all ages, with school-aged children and adults alike sharing in songs, stories and rhymes. Led by tram conductor and storyteller Narelle Stone, families aboard the decorated La Trobe University Story Tram read and learn as they travel through the city to the Central Deborah Gold Mine. The project focuses on promoting literacy development through the message “talk, laugh, read and play with your child every day.” ‘Thanks to a community grant, we are able to run this popular children’s program
again before the Bendigo Writers Festival,” coordinator Marie Scholtes said. “The program really encourages parents and adults to interact with their children through story, and not just in the traditional ‘reading’ way.” The final tram in the week-long event departs this morning ahead of the festival’s launch event tonight. The initiative is supported by a grant from Community Foundation for Central Victoria as well as Bendigo Trust, Capital Venues and Events, the City of Greater Bendigo and La Trobe University.
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GREATER launches live By SHARON KEMP
A MAJOR health prevention strategy called GREATER, born in Bendigo after federal government funding dried up for Healthy Together programs, has gone live online. But the initiatives, which pivot around improving alarming rates of obesity, are already being seen in the community. From September 1, Bendigo Health will exclude from sale all drinks that have added sugar. A stock of sugar-added drinks will be kept for medical needs. Coliban Water’s Choose Tap campaign supports choosing water over other drinks at schools, preschools, community and sports clubs. GREATER is the result of 18 groups in Bendigo continuing obesity prevention work while other Aus-
tralian cities and regions dropped programs when Commonwealth funding finished in 2012, five years early. From now on, it is creating the template, according to Linda Beilharz who chairs its governance committee. Of the 18 members, half are health entities, and Ms Beilharz said the field of focus was not necessarily health, although the health system would be profoundly affected by the results. “(Obesity) is the problem, what we are solving is the environment which isn’t conducive to better health,” Ms Beilharz said. GREATER director Andrea Sloane wants support for healthy eating and exercise initiatives in schools and early learning environments. “What we need is the community to get behind it and support the
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GREATER GOOD: Andie Sloane and Linda Beilharz. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN school, support the parents, support the teachers and support the children,” Ms Sloane said. “So it needs to be around creating a better future for our young generation now, so children understand the importance of good health, nutrition, exercise and looking after themselves so when they get to their adult years, they have knowledge
around the appropriate behaviours which they can pass on to the next generation,” Ms Sloane said. She said it was also about preventing the chronic conditions that can be related to lifestyle including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer, which account for about 60 per cent of people who are in hospital.
But the initiative is taking the soft and kind approach, asking people to care of themselves. “It is tough, because you can be overweight and healthy, and you can go through and have a very long, healthy life,”Ms Sloane said. Go to www.betterthangreat. com.au, on facebook, twitter and instagram
Pool on agenda THE $31 million aquatic centre under construction in Kangaroo Flat will be named the Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre and the learn-to-swim pool after Olympic gold medallist Faith Leech if City of Greater Bendigo councillors agree next Wednesday. The proposed names are subject to public consultation and assessment by the Office of Geographic Names, but Gurri Wanyarra, a suggestion of the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and meaning kangaroo waterhole, complies with the council’s place naming policy favouring titles reflecting cultural significance. A naming competition organised by the council had multiple submissions relating to Faith Leech, who won Olympic gold
NEW LOOK: The cypresses at the front of the gallery are on the way out.
Cypress trees face the chop A CONTEMPORARY Inge King statue and new deciduous trees will replace nine cypress canker trees, most in poor condition, that form an arch in front of the historic Bendigo Art Gallery building. The City of Greater Bendigo has provided a heritage impact statement for the proposed work because of the heritage value of the building. The statement downplays the impact of a contemporary statue, saying when the
building is viewed from the footpath, “the building will sit largely above the sculpture, with only a small portion of the central glazed section obscured”. The statute is called Crimson Mandala and has been in the gallery’s ownership since 1994. Inge King is considered one of Australia’s most highly-respected sculptors. Crimson Mandala is a circled-shaped, mandala-like structure valued at $184,000.
The council’s heritage statement said the work was typical of Ms King’s “marrying of bold minimalism, finding beauty and contemplation in simple robust forms.” “The proposed heritage site on the lawn adjacent to Bolton Court was designed to be a forecourt – or public gathering point – and the placement of the sculpture would serve to provide an object of contemplation and act as a meeting point for
the View Street precinct,” the statement said. “The installation of Crimson Mandala at the site of Bendigo’s first public gallery marries historic and modern artistic innovation; placing Bendigo in a bold tradition of public artwork seen in historic cities around the world.” It is proposed maidenhair trees, otherwise known as gingko biloba, will replace the cypresses, which were planted in the late 1960s.
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REMEMBER: Secretary of the Vietnam Veterans’ Association Graham Flanders holding the plaque of the soldiers who are being commemorated.
For those who fell THE Bendigo Sub-branch of the Vietnam Veterans’ Association of Australia will hold a service on Friday, August 18 to commemorate those soldiers who paid the supreme sacrifice during the Vietnam War, from 1962 to 1975, and also those who have since passed away.
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Cash for dragon BENDIGO’S four community enterprises have teamed up to back the wider community campaign in support of the Sun Loong 750 campaign for a new Chinese dragon. Strathfieldsaye Community Enterprise chair Catherine Wilby yesterday said the Bendigo and Northern District, Strathfieldsaye, Kangaroo Flat and Eaglehawk community enterprises have already successfully funded more than $3 million in grants and would now make a significant contribution in helping to deliver the Dai Gum Loong dragon project on time for the 2019 Easter Parade.
“The four community enterprises have committed to making a collaborative community investment of $20,000 to support the Dai Gum Loong Dragon Redevelopment project,” she said. “The overall funds needed are significant and this is a great example of how our community enterprises can work together for a joint central project that will support the Bendigo Chinese Association to ensure that Bendigo’s dragons continue as an iconic part of Bendigo’s heritage and our famous Easter parades.” There have been three imperial dragons with Loong,
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For dad will be the motto motivating the Rosel family at the Run For Dad in Bendigo on Father’s Day. The Run For Dad on September 3 at Bendigo Racecourse will raise awareness and funds for a new Bendigo Community Health Services men’s health clinic and the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Increasing awareness of prostate cancer and men’s health is important to the Melbourne-based Rosels but it’s the love and support for one family member that sits at the heart of their participation. Ian Rosel has prostate cancer and is awaiting a second round of eightweek intense radiation therapy the
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GRINNERS: The tooth fairy was a big hit. Photo: MAL ROMERIL
Flossie flys in THE tooth fairy was out and about at the weekend keeping an eye on health. Palm Square Dental Care held a fair on Saturday to push the word on care and hygiene offering free dental exams for children. While that may not sound like everybody’s
idea of fun, there was plenty more going on. Balloon animals made a showing and there was face painting too. There was a sausage sizzle and for mum and dad a coffee van. Most importantly of all Flossie the tooth fairy kept an eye on proceedings.
CONSTRUCTION of a world-class mountain bike park at Harcourt has begun. There will be 34 kilometres of trails with track grades that will cater to all levels of users. The trails will be well signposted and accessible by new connections to Harcourt, and will also provide a meeting point and toilets. Construction will be completed by early 2018. There is an established mountain bike culture in the region and Mount Alexander is informally known as a place for riders to visit, but is in need of major upgrades to bring it up to a standard to meet the growing interest. The state government’s investment of $1.99 million is expected to generate 25,000 visitors in 2018 and 100,000 a year within just five years. These visitor numbers are expected to create new jobs and open up a new tourism stream for the region. The government is supporting the project through its $500mn Regional Jobs and Infrastructure Fund.
ON TRACK FOR SUCCESS: Work has begun for mountain bikers. Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards said the start of construction of the bike park is an exciting time for Harcourt. “It signals the beginning of a great opportunity to grow tourism in the
area as well as being a terrific facility for locals to enjoy,” she said. “I’m proud to be part of this project that will put Mount Alexander on the map as a mountain bike destination of choice.”
Spreading the word THIS week is Dental Health Week which aims to educate Australians about the importance of maintaining good oral health. This year’s theme is Oral Health for Busy Lives and encourages people that no matter how busy they are it is possible to fit in caring for your teeth and gums. Bendigo Health Community Dental Services visited GoodStart Early Learning this week as part of the school screening program. The program visits childcare centres, kindergartens and schools and provides a free screening for children and further referrals if necessary. Bendigo Health community dental services manager, Graeme Allan said the week was not only an important reminder for everyone to consider what they do
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New energy hub for group THE Bendigo Sustainability Group’s work in planning for renewable energy projects has paid off, with the group appointed to host a community power project. The Victorian government has committed to develop community-owned and operated renewable energy projects over a two-year period. Bendigo, Ballarat and the Latrobe Valley have all been picked as host locations. The aim of the community power hubs program is
packing: Zonta is looking for help to assemble birthing kits.
Help for mums The Zonta Club of Bendigo is on the lookout for volunteers to help its members assemble birthing kits. Volunteers are welcome to attend for just an hour, or for longer on Saturday, August 19, no booking is necessary. Every two minutes a woman living in thirdworld conditions dies of complications related to pregnancy and child birth. Annually, an estimated 385,000 women die from preventable infection. Birthing kit coordinator Irene McKinna said this is
where birthing kits come in. “In 2017, the club has raised $6000 to fund the production of 2000 kits,” she said. “The small lightweight kit provides a clean birth environment to reduce infection related deaths. It is estimated that for every 11 birthing kits distributed, a mother or baby’s life is saved. “In 2016 the kits produced in Bendigo were sent to remote locations in Uganda.” Ms McKinna said in 2017, Zonta Bendigo’s 2000
kits could save another 180 lives and provide a hygienic birthing environment for many others. This year, students from Catholic College, Crusoe college, Bendigo Senior Secondary College and Girton Grammar will all assist the Zonta club to produce the birthing kits. The Zonta birthing kit assembly day is on Saturday, August 19 from 9.30am until about 3.30pm at the Language Centre of Bendigo Senior Secondary College, Gaol Road Bendigo. Look for the Zonta banner.
to assist community groups in accessing the skills and expertise required to develop and deliver renewable energy projects. Bendigo Sustainability Group president Chris Weir said it was an exciting move for the industry. “I’m really looking forward to working with the other hubs and assisting smaller communities around our region to develop their own projects,” he said. BSG has completed four CORE (community owned
and operated renewable energy) projects in the last four years. They have included solar panels on the Bendigo library, Discover Centre, Bendigo Archive Centre and Bendigo Tramways. The group has also undertaken a number of consultancies for electric vehicle charging and solar power installations. Grants of up to $110,000 a year over a period of two years were available for the delivery of each of the pilot CPHs.
Award named to honour Kathryn A new annual award, recognising an outstanding contribution by an individual to tourism has been announced by the Bendigo Tourism board. The award was announced to honour the contribution made by Kathryn Mackenzie to Bendigo’s tourism industry during her 20 years with the City of Greater Bendigo. “Kathryn devoted her time tirelessly to our industry, both during her working week and on her personal time,” Bendigo Tourism Board chair Kath Bolitho said. “She was herself recognised for her own individual achievement at the RACV
Victorian Tourism Awards in 2016. “The Bendigo Tourism board, on behalf of the industry, is thrilled to be able to offer this recognition on a local level, and in Kathryn’s name.” The award for 2017 will be presented by Ms Mackenzie to the winner at Bendigo Tourism’s annual general meeting, held at Fortuna Villa on Monday, September 25. Since leaving her position with the City of Greater Bendigo in June, Ms Mackenzie has since taken up a position as chief executive of Echuca-Moama Tourism. Nomination forms can be obtained by emailing
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Step up for tech Planning for the Bendigo Tech School is moving ahead with La Trobe University naming Graeme Wiggins the director of the project. Mr Wiggins will start in the role next month and comes from Canberra, where he is head of art, design and technology at Canberra Grammar School. “The thing I’m most looking forward to is collaborating with students, industry and the community to develop learning programs based on their genuine needs, interests and opportunities,” he said. “The other exciting as-
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Planning ahead According to the Foundation for Young Australians the average young person will have 17 different jobs over five careers in their lifetime. It will also take on average 4.7 years to transition from full-time education to full-time work. The City of Greater Bendigo, La Trobe University and the Bendigo TAFE Skills and Jobs Centre hosted the inaugural Education Industry Forum this week to provide some solutions to these dilemmas. The forum looked at the transformation of the workplace as rapid technological advances put to question almost all aspects of work and the workplace and attempted to bridge these gaps via a series of seminars that demonstrated the future is one to embrace rather than fear.
For the Bendigo TAFE Skills and Jobs Centre it was an opportunity to showcase its new Health and Community Centre of Excellence that aims to provide healthcare and altruistic benefits to the community it serves. For La Trobe University the forum was a chance to highlight and promote the work undertaken by the university’s rural health school to improve the health and wellbeing of rural and regional communities, through its renowned health science degrees, articulation pathways, world-class research programs and strategic partnerships. For the City of Greater Bendigo it was an opportunity to discuss the number of research initiatives under way, as well as cementing the ties between education and industry within its boundaries.
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Dogs lead the way A BENDIGO teacher has taken the concept of health and wellbeing to new levels into schools across Victoria with his Dogs Connect program. Grant Shannon started the Dogs Connect Program in Bendigo in 2014, and the program is believed to be first of its kind in central Victoria. The proven results of having a dog in the school begin with managing behaviour linked to common stresses for students and teachers, right through to helping people work
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through complex trauma, and is bringing new levels of connection and awareness to whole school communities. Armed with a decade of teaching experience, Mr Shannon developed the program in close relation to his studies in student wellbeing, combined with seeing some unique needs in schools that can be otherwise difficult to meet. A generation of new research supports the notion that school connectedness influences critical measures such as academic perform-
ance, anxiety levels, incidents of bullying, absenteeism, motivation, classroom engagement, disruptive behaviour and emotional distress. “The Dogs Connect program is an innovative way of teaching young people social and emotional skills by using a dog as part of the education journey,” Mr Shannon said. “The Dogs Connect program begins by focussing on ways to connect students to their school experience, and is designed to meet really specific needs
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TOP PRIZE ON OFFER THE winner of the 2017 Bendigo Inventor Awards will take home at least $10,000, with more cash and in-kind prizes available for category winners and runners up. Chairman Paul Chapman said he was delighted by the overwhelming success of the recent Festivals of Failure, which had served as fundraisers for the BIA prize-pool. “Both events – in Bendigo and in Melbourne – were a huge success and we have received wonderful feedback from everyone who attended,” he said. A session for interested community members of all ages will be held at Bendigo library at 5.30pm on Monday, August 21. To register for the information workshops head to the Bendigo Inventor Awards website www. bendigoinventorawards.com.au, Facebook page or find them on Eventbrite.
HONOUR FOR AYLENE THE Eaglehawk Heritage Society honoured foundation member Aylene Kirkwood OAM with a Life Membership this month. This is the first time such an honour has been bestowed on a member. The society was formed in July 1994 and Aylene has been the acquisitions officer since the position was created the following year. She was re-elected to that position at an AGM. Aylene has an amazing knack of acquiring Eaglehawk artefacts, and has been a driving force since the society was created, she was honoured in the 2017 Queen’s Birthday list with an OAM for her commitment to the community.
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IN the 1970s a small figure wearing yellow rain hat, coat and boots trotted across the sides of buses, trams and television screens. It was part of a campaign to encourage pedestrians to dress brightly and take care at night. The message was simple: be seen, be safe. It’s not just pedestrians who are vulnerable in the dark: cyclists can be just as hard to see. And while the daylight hours are very slowly increasing, it’s still wise to be wary. While you can might be able to see quite well in low light, it’s easy to forget you can be invisible to motorists. If you’re not concerned for your own safety at least spare a thought for the drivers who do not want your injury on death on their conscience. In low light conditions, cyclists are legally required to display a white light on the front of their bikes and a red light on the rear. Note that’s “low light” not “dark” so you need to think about your visibility even when it’s just gloomy at the start or end of the day.
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BE SEEN: make sure you are visible in low light. These days there’s a huge range of bike lights available to suit all conditions and wallets. They range in price from around $20 to more than $300. Apart from price, how do you choose? It depends on whether you want to see or be seen. Some really compact red LED lights are about the size of a 50 cent piece.
They throw out just enough light for you to be seen by a motorist. Larger flashing red LED lights put on a light show that’s hard to miss. If you ride mainly in well lit areas, you probably don’t need to go to the expense of a headlight that illuminates the road almost as well as a car. There are plenty of lightweight
white lights that will still keep you safe. Don’t forget to keep an eye on your batteries. Lights dim so gradually that you may not realise you’re becoming hard to see again. Replace them or recharge them regularly. Bright clothing will also help you be seen. There are all sorts of reflective vests, strap-on bands, and jackets available. But if you don’t want to spend money on cycling gear (or you just can’t come at a reflective vest) at least wear light coloured clothing. There is a reason stage hands dress in black – it makes them hard to see. So you’re dressed brightly and you’ve got lights on your bike. Good start. But the way you ride is also important. Look around before you cross roads or make turns, to see what the traffic is doing. You still can’t be sure you’ve been seen by a motorist. Behave as if you haven’t and both you and the drivers who pass you will get home safely.
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Flood Eye software glitch THE minor issue presented in last Friday’s Bendigo Weekly is between the data, and our Flood Eye software. In a nutshell, for reports other than the one in 100-year (or one per cent annual exceedance probability) flood levels, there was a small percentage of properties where the data was not talking properly with Flood Eye. It is a software issue and not an issue with the flood data itself. The one in 100 year level is what council has used to inform its proposed planning scheme changes. As a precaution, while we work on a fix, we have taken the affected lines out of the data tables for Bendigo in Flood Eye and are in the process of manually cross checking them, as we did with the one in 100 year data. As Flood Eye reminds the community, anyone with any concerns whatsoever with the levels presented to them, can contact us, and we can run through all of the data for their property with them. There is no reason anyone in Bendigo should not be armed with the best information available, information they can use to understand the flood risk to their properties and to give their insurance companies. If anyone has a premium they believe is outrageous, we are more than happy to work with them to give them all the information they need for their property, which they can then present to their insurance company. The community can have confidence in the data collected as part of the Bendigo Urban Flood Study. Bendigo residents can be assured they now have access to information that is far better than anything that has previously been produced, and to a standard recognised around the world. Our first priority has been to provide this information to the public, to give them the most up-to-date and sophisticated data available. Flood Eye is a great tool to get the information to the public quickly and efficiently. If you need more detailed data, or want to discuss your Flood Eye report, contact us on 5448 1896. Brad Drust,CEO, North Central CMA
Times are changing ROBERT K Smallpage’s pompously condescending advice to Mayor O’Rourke and Cr Wrigglesworth (Bendigo Weekly, Letters, August 4) provided me with much amusement, albeit along the lines of having to laugh rather than cry. His declaration that “just because
you hold a position of authority within the council does not automatically grant you respect” is particularly hilarious, so obliviously ironic, confirming in a few words the veracity of the mayor and councillor’s claims of boorishly unfair treatment. Mayor O’Rourke and councillors Wrigglesworth and Alden, in having the courage to call out gender-based disrespect and abuse in public office are drawing attention to the well-documented pernicious and persistent attitudes in society which contribute to the shameful rates of male violence against women and children, and in doing so are fulfilling an important civic obligation in their capacity as community leaders. No doubt this makes those who prefer the status quo of out-dated male privilege very uncomfortable. This is unfortunate, but the times they are a changing, and, through the leadership of men and women of integrity and courage, for the better. Michelle Goldsmith, Eaglehawk
Recycling scandal A RECENT Four Corners report has lifted the lid on the truth and the facts on recycling. They have shown that more than 50 per cent of everything ends up straight in landfill and this has been the case for years The report shows that since 2015 glass and other recyclables are not being accepted due to cheap imports and mounting costs and it’s now cheaper just to dump into landfill. So now the truth is out there and has been for a long time, so why is the City of Greater Bendigo council continuing to misrepresent the facts on recycling and waste millions of ratepayers’ money on a fallacy? Council’s own ratepayer funded ads claim that the green organic bin has collected more than 150 tonnes in almost 12 months and that is supposed to show success. With around 20,000 bins out there it equates to less than one kilogram per bin per month or less than one small bag. This means the average cost for a green bin has been around $10 to take away one kilogram. There is no doubt that the previous councillors and the current one along with the CEO and some executives were either extremely complacent with the facts or indeed have mislead the community on the benefits and costs of recycling. The question remains, was this really an attempt to reduce landfill or was it exactly what we have always stated as a grab for more ratepayers’ cash? Stuart Symes, Epsom
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Best equipped to lead? MAYOR Margaret O’Rourke stated councillors undertook a performance review of CEO Craig Niemann and the results were “very good” (Bendigo Weekly, August 4). Well those results are in marked contrast to community opinion expressed in the latest Community Satisfaction Survey. Council’s overall performance score was a meagre 56 (out of index score of 100), sitting behind the statewide average of 59. A fair part of this low rating can be attributed to the CEO’s performance. You might think the CEO would promptly address that, and previous poor survey scores; learn, and take remedial action. But I cannot find any public report or positive proposals to improve performance by Mr Niemann to council. Mr Niemann said, he “hopes to see a continual improvement over the coming years”. Hope? Remember in 2013, Mr Niemann strongly opposed the independent review that resulted in $11 million in savings and efficiencies, with better outcomes and ongoing annual savings. He then threw away further opportunities. A number of residents offered detailed submissions calling for a streamlined council management structure, particularly City Futures directorate. An independent review recommendation backed those ideas. But Craig convinced the then council everything was OK. Had he acted promptly millions more ratepayer dollars could have
been saved. He delayed his partial structure reform until forced to with rate capping and when directors resigned. The CEO has also presided over a high level of rates, services, staff costs, and a massive tourism spend that clearly fails any careful cost-benefit analysis. Special interest groups dominate; ratepayers have rarely been consulted on whether they want additional services. Residents might have preferred lower rates than 50 per cent compound increases, over Mr Niemann’s nine-year reign, prior to rate capping. His advice to councillors in the same period ignored most people who had income increases tied to the 22 per cent CPI movement. Mr Niemann is a decent and personable fellow; It is not a question of personality, but who is best equipped to lead our city into the future. Greater Bendigo deserves the best. Michael McKenzie, Strathdale
No problems recycling I CAN’T believe (council’s Craig Lloyd) thinks a lack of understanding is behind the recyclables issue. It’s Saturday afternoon and as I write this email our recycling bin is already full and won’t be picked up until Wednesday morning... where does the all the recycling go now? I could see if the neighbours have room in their bin... oh no wait, they also understand the very simple task of recycling as 99 per cent of the population do.
Yes, let’s do recycling weekly and general waste fortnightly. Pardon my ignorance but that seems like an easy thing to do. Also if recyclables are a valuable resource let’s process and use the stuff locally, maybe create more work/jobs locally to. Name and address supplied
Share your story FROM the moment I first watched the UK’s This Girl Can ad featuring real women getting active without inhibitions I felt completely inspired. Seeing real women of all different shapes, sizes and colours jiggle, sweat and move was a refreshing and much needed change to how women are represented on our TV screens. This Girl Can is all about empowering women to overcome the fear of judgement holding them back from being active. Now This Girl Can is coming to Australia and we want Victorian women to be a part of the campaign. We are looking for women of all shapes and sizes, all abilities, taking on all kinds of physical activity. By sharing their story, Victorian women have the chance to inspire others to become more physically active. We’re calling for Victorian women to share their story with the chance to feature in the TV ads airing in early 2018. Women can submit their stories at www.thisgirlcan.com.au or by visiting the mobile story pod which will be touring Victoria over the remainder of 2017. Jerril Rechter, CEO, VicHealth
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Equality and respect The level of frustration Australian voters share with their elected representatives has arguably never been greater. Paradoxically, this comes at a stage in our nation’s history when the need for true leadership and vision has never been greater. As the world continues to tumble turn its way towards increasingly dangerous times in the north Pacific, as we stagger from one mess to the next on the domestic front, our politicians look to justify the decisions they are making only to themselves. But sadly, for them, the electorate can see right through strategies like this, and people don’t like what they see. The decision to hold a nonbinding postal vote on the issue of marriage equality is more about being seen to be doing something on an issue the government has backed itself into a corner on. But the decision smacks more of a lack of willingness to actually confront the issue than it does to actually resolve the government’s position.
Editorial Comment It’s an easy way out of the immediate problem as to what to do, but it’s also a very expensive one that in effect, could actually have no effect on what’s important – progress. It could also have a lot of negative impact within the community where different views and attitudes exist, and at times simmer. We hope both sides of this divisive and emotional issue respect the other’s views, because it otherwise has the potential to cause very deep fractures within our society. We need to acknowledge that there are two sides to every issue and that another person’s beliefs may be different to our own. Diversity is a key ingredient and strength of any healthy community. Let’s not simply label an opposing view as bigotry – that’s disrepectful. Rather, let’s push for greater ac-
ceptance and understanding. Couples who are happy and content in their own marriage should continue to be so, but it’s difficult to understand how or why these same couples should have so big a say in the relationships and happiness of others. History will judge our federal politicians poorly on marriage equality, not just for now, but for events of the past few years as well. When our parliamentarians finally address the issue themselves, we hope they do what we believe is the best thing for our community, and allow same sex couples the right to be married to the person they love most. Australia is not a nation that looks to impose one set of rigid values and beliefs about something so personal, so private and so important onto everyone – we need to be a more tolerant, mature, respectful and understanding society. And we simply need to be better than what we are when it comes to the issue of marriage equality.
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T is a woolly time of year. I have my reasons for this statement. One, I am spending hours looking after lambing ewes, and their offspring. It’s been cold and wet and the ewes have been choosing the coldest and wettest times to give birth. Seems to be over now, but as usual there are a few orphans to contend with. Two, it’s the Bendigo Writers Festival this weekend, and my overwhelming image of the event is the woollyclad audiences who pack the sessions. I know it’s winter, which would explain most of it, but Bendigo is a splash of woolly colours and scarves and hats of many a hue. It makes me pleased I am producing some lovely merino wool at home to contribute to the clothing of the festivalgoers. No doubt there will be some tasty lamb dishes consumed over the weekend, but I prefer to dwell on the
woolly side. I notice those pesky Bendigo Yarn Bombers have been at it again, defacing one of the talking trams. I suppose this weekend will be tarnished by their activities. Last year lamp posts and council benches were covered in strange bits of wool and I ranted. Following on from my comments I was presented
with a woolly beanie, anonymously, from the ladies (I guess) who mess up our city. The long suffering Mrs Kendall quite liked it and suggested the Yarn Bombers could make her one in donkey brown. Guess what? The Bombers came up trumps again, and the greedy Mrs K now has a donkey brown hat with bling. I know I should not
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encourage them, but they do know how to take a joke. Guess they have to, given their hobby. Anyway Yarn Bombers, if you are not too busy spoiling the look of Bendigo with your yarn bombing, come up and say hello at the Bendigo Writers Festival. I would say I could spot you all by your hand knit garments, but everyone seems to wear them at the festival. As I have said, it’s that type of event. But seriously, thanks for the beanies, Mrs K has been wearing them on the cold mornings with the lambs. Talking of gifts, I must thank Dorothy from Huntly. She read my recent traumas with a jam jar and brought in a handy tool made in Denmark. They must have a big problem there, as it’s beautifully made and purpose built for the job. No more stuck lids, and it’s all thanks to Dorothy. If you are out and about at the festival come and mingle. I am speaking to Tony Jones on Sunday, and I will be wearing a black woolly, merino of course. – Steve Kendall twitter@stevekendall1
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INDING an intelligent, attractive, available man in Melbourne isn’t easy, as crimescene-investigator-turned-milliner Catherine Kint well knows. Finding an intelligent, attractive, available man who won’t, the morning after their first night together, allow himself to be mauled by a pack of African wild dogs is even harder. Just when hatmaker extraordinaire and now-unofficial sleuth Catherine’s luck seems to have taken a turn for the better, brandnew love interest Beau Hacska is dragged barely alive from an enclosure at Melbourne Zoo, where he works as a keeper. It’s not the first time Beau has had an unfortunate up-close encounter with wildlife of the open-plains variety; his primary claim to international infamy is as the man whose head was once buried inside an elephant. Before having his run-in with the dogs Beau had enlisted Catherine to look into a sudden death at the zoo in a bid to clear himself of alleged culpability. With Beau now immobilised in hospital she turns to her best friend and favourite gin-pouring
barman, Boris Shakhovsky, for backup. The pair have already had considerable crime-solving success together, having woven their way through the alleyways of Brunswick in the interests of apprehending a murderer in local author Hugh McGinlay’s first novel, Jinx. The plot of Pachyderm, McGinlay’s follow-up, is equally intriguing in characteristically offbeat, irreverent style. Believably flawed characters, cosily familiar inner-city locations and sassy, tongue-in-cheek, boisterous wit keep the chapters humming along to a satisfying and unexpected conclusion. Catherine, Boris and Beau share centre stage with an eclectic cast: a slightly doddery visiting British documentary-maker and naturalist, a detestable bully with a prominent role in state politics, a bothersome millinery client who senses trouble before it strikes, a female laundromat customer with a penchant for pink-dyed men’s clothing, a flirty stranger who whistles openly on a train, and meerkats, lions and reptiles aplenty. – Rosalea Ryan
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Y Friend the Chocolate Cake have hit the road on the back of the release of their newest album, The Revival Meeting. Playing at the Theatre Royal, Castlemaine on Friday, August 18, triple ARIA winners MFTCC combine genres, images, instruments and lyrics rarely found in much of today’s music. In conjunction with the album, the band have released a video for the single Jeffrey Smart (Silver City), an homage to the expatriate Australian painter. To view the video go to www.mftcc.com. Tickets at oztix.com.au.
OCAL students have again shared stories through dance and performance for the annual Wakakirri national arts event this week. Wakakirri is the largest performing arts event for schools in Australia, involving more than 20,000 primary and secondary students in 240 schools across the country, including Bendigo South East College. Thirteen Victorian schools performed at the Frankston Arts Centre Wakakirri stage. A Wakakirri Story Dance is a performance by students that theatrically tells a story using a combina-
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in association with KLFM radio 96.5FM Saturday, August 12 Rainbow Gala Dance: From 8pm. Music by Family Rhythm. $9 Supper, lucky door prize and raffle. Spring Gully Hall, 135 Spring Gully Road. Bendigo Stamp Fair: 10am - 4pm, local and Melbourne dealers at St Andrews Uniting Church Hall, 24 Myers Street, Bendigo. Free entry, food and drinks available. Documentary Film: The Phenomenon of Healing. This film documents the worldwide activities of the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends. 11am - 5.30pm. Thornton Room, Long Gully Community Centre. 23-29 Havilah Rd, Long Gully. Details: 0419 637 696. Bendigo Cake Decorators: Croquembouche demonstration/ beginner’s cake covering workshop. 10am - 3pm, Uniting Church Hall, 25 Forest St, Bendigo. $10. Details: 0409 067 404. Bendigo’s Indonesian music and dance group “Mugi Rahayu” is looking for new members. Free sessions every Saturday from 2pm at 101 Carneys Road, Eppalock. Contact Aaron or Nita, 5439 2678. Email: aaronita94@gmail.com. Sunday, August 13 Sandakan Family and Friends annual lunch: Details: 0428 395 419. Pop Up Book Fair: Maldon Market, 9am - 2pm. A market within a market. Four stalls offering a diverse range of second-hand books. The main market will feature live music, pony rides, barbecue and coffee and food. Details: 0477 201 654. Monday, August 14 Morning Coffee: Intensive Care Auxiliary at The Rising Sun Hotel. 10am. $5 includes morning tea, plus bottomless tea and coffee. Lucky seat prizes, raffle, and sales table. Raising funds to support critical and intensive care at Bendigo Health and to assist in funding critical care nursing scholarships. Details: 5446 9691. Thursday, August 17 Hymns Alive: Connect Church Hall, 35 Solomon Street, Bendigo 1.30pm - 3pm. Nathan Hulls who has ministered in schools and universities throughout Australia. Old Time Dance: Eaglehawk Senior Citizens Hall, Darling Street. Eaglehawk. 8pm - 11pm. $5. Details: 5442 1815.
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OCK ‘N’ ROLL, beer, art and tattoos are not entirely unfamiliar bedfellows. Bringing them together is perhaps quite obvious, but seemingly rare. But that’s exactly what the Sailor Jerry Origins of Originals touring exhibition is doing. After stops in Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong, the tour stops off in Bendigo at the Golden Vine, next Thursday. It’s an interesting concept – old-fashioned “multimedia” if you like. Original rubbings, sketches and acetate drawings by cult American tattoo artist Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins will be on display. Collins plied his trade during the mid-20th century in California and Hawaii. As his nickname suggests, he is most closely associated with practising his traditional American and Flash style tattooing on navy personnel. Lining-up for the musical component of the evening are The Owls, from Newcastle, and The Cherry Dolls. The Owls are part of the tour from startto-finish, with local acts featuring as they wind their way down the east coast. The bands have been chosen carefully. The Owls are a rock ‘n’ roll-influenced indiepunk outfit with plenty of attitude, and, a new EP just out, Rainy Day. The Cherry Dolls, a five-piece from Melbourne, deliver a hard-hitting punky, almost glam kind of thing. They have built a reputation for riveting live shows; their performance at Chopped in Newstead, in late 2015, a potent mixture of mid-1970s almost overblown posture rock, with punk attitude. New York Cherry Dolls perhaps? An exhibition and show with a tattoo focus probably wouldn’t be complete without an on-site tattooist at work. Step-up Jarred Bolard, who will be tattooing on the night from an onsite pop-up studio. An intriguing night is in store. Doors at 6pm, Golden Vine Hotel, Thursday, August 17.
Chorus discovers a musical haven G
OANNA band’s 1980s hit song Solid Rock performed in Pitjantjatjara by a 225-voice choir will be one of the many spine-tingling highlights of a most extraordinary concert on Sunday, August 20 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Boîte Millennium Chorus will perform its 20th concert, Haven, bringing songs from the Seychelles, Africa, East Timor, Chile, the Caribbean and indigenous Australia to audiences. This year, the concert includes works relating to the theme of “Haven”, composed and sung in
English, Mandinka, Tsonga, Seychellois, Spanish, Tetum and indigenous Australian (Yolngu and Pitjantjatjara) languages. In a massive undertaking, the hundreds of singers, from all over Victoria, including Bendigo, gather for weekly rehearsals in their region for the three months leading up to the concert. This concert celebrates the work of seven outstanding directors – Andrea Khoza, Jane Thompson, James Rigby, Stella Savy, Carl Pannuzzo, Penny Larkins and Geoffrey Williams – brought together under the guidance of Boîte director Roger King.
The concert will also feature notable musicians from diverse backgrounds: Mitch Tambo, Jess Hitchcock, Sally Ford, Lamine Sonko, Darrel Belle, and Valanga Khoza. Master storyteller Arnold Zable will complement the concert with his insightful and surprising stories reflecting on the notion of haven. Sunday, August 20, 2.30pm – 5pm. Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Tickets: $32–$125. Ticketing: www.trybooking. com/qtxo More info: www.boite. com.au/boite-millenniumchorus
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FTER its month-long winter closure, The Goldmines Hotel has reopened and has some strong acts lined up for the rest of August. Tonight, Friday, August 11, sees Dan Brodie taking the downstairs stage at the iconic Marong Road venue. He’s in town promoting new album, Lost Not Found. On Sunday, locals Featherhead take to the stage at 3pm. Further ahead, on Sunday, August 27 at 3pm, Birdhouse will be offering up their distinctive take on some well, and lesser, known blues and rock songs.
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ANS of seminal Aussie indie-rock band, The Go-Betweens, have a chance this weekend to hear co-founder Robert Forster at the Bendigo Writers Festival. Forster will be speaking to Hunters and Collectors’ Doug Falconer about his friendship with co-founder Grant McLennan, their song writing partnership and the band’s heady days in the 1980s. Forster starts talking at 7pm on Saturday, August 12, at the Capital Theatre. – Simon Wooldridge twitter: @spwooldridge
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ERBERT Keck’s eldest brother, William, was a cultivator and breeder of chrysanthemums, and at various local shows had gained prizes for his blooms. The brothers however differed greatly in that William Keck became a renowned breeder of the chrysanthemum, receiving rare praise, in which it was stated: “What George Lansell did for mining in Bendigo, is what William Keck did in the breeding and cultivation of the chrysanthemum in the colony of Victoria”. The naming of this flower came about through Karl Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist, he took the Greek word chrysos – gold, and anthemom meaning flower. This plant originates from north-eastern Europe and Asia. In China the chrysanthemum has been cultivated in excess of 3500 years. Much later it was brought to Japan and over 1200 years ago it was adopted as the official seal of the Emperor, this is why the Japanese have the chrysanthemum throne. In the past two centuries an extraordinary variety of chrysanthemums have been cultivated, different types of blooms symbolise differing meanings in many cultures especially those flowers with incurved petals. In some countries the flowers represent death while in others the diametrically opposite. Because chrysanthemums
come into flower in the Australian autumn, it has become associated with Mother’s Day. In China it is representative of one of the four seasons and has become associated with various festivals. One of the features of the chrysanthemum is that the flowers last quite a significant time on the growing plant and even as a picked flower, in a vase it has good lasting qualities. As Keck could attest, it took hard work and patience to produce choice blooms. Apart from its aesthetic appeal, parts of the plant can be used for culinary purposes, tea and, through preparation, as an insect spray. Chrysanthemums prefer well prepared sandy soil, they can be grown from cuttings, division of the roots and seed. The plants thrive in a sunny location and in Keck’s garden in Quarry Hill he had no problems. Keck was a tinsmith and plumber originally and became a gas fitter, much later he was a leather trader. He would avail himself at the Bendigo Gas Works, collecting ammonia nitrate, a bi-product of the works. The ammonia nitrate was a very effective fertiliser, his chrysanthemums responded well to this being added to the soil. It was largely through the cultivation and promotion of the chrysanthemum that Keck helped
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to popularise this perennial in the Bendigo district in the late 19th century. Mr D Stringer of Langston Street was one of the many people who were bitten by the bug to cultivate chrysanthemums, he created fabulous floral displays of a great variety of types and colours. These gardens as well as that of Keck were a source of admiration for the home gardeners keen on floral cultivation. Keck was a successful speculator in mining company shares and he derived a comfortable income from trading in them. He invested in March 1910 in a new company formed from the acquisition of a mine from the Lansell Estate, the Central Red White and Blue off Honeysuckle Street. Within months of it being reopened, a reef on the upper levels of the mine was discovered and this proved to be immensely rich. Keck was initially elected to be a director of the company and he profited well from the torrent of lavish dividends which he received as a result of this shareholding. Keck passed away in September 1912 aged 82 years, no chrysanthemums being available to place on his coffin.
USINGS and thoughts of things past are always popular in Bendigo, and writer and artist Geoff Hocking has it down to a fine art. Mr Hocking has been writing and illustrating Bendigo Memories for 10 years in the Bendigo Magazine and has now published a book with some of those works. “These stories are comfortable yarns about Bendigo – as it once was and how it sometimes is today,” Mr Hocking said. “It is filled with LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: Geoff Hocking. warm memories of the colourful characters, the “Family was inescapable,” Mr weird and the wonderful, Hocking said. while remembering all that Bendigo “It paid to be well-behaved in has lost and all that it holds dear to Bendigo in the 50s. Everyone knew its heart. everybody else and reports of mis“It takes the reader back to a demeanours seemed to reach home time when the city seemed much before you did.” smaller and everyone knew everyBendigo on My Mind is printed one else – or that’s how it seemed and bound by Bart’n’Print, and is anyway.” Mr Hocking was born in Bendigo available at the Visitor Information Centre and at Bart’n’Print for $25. in the first half of last century. “This is very much a boutique He grew up in Chum Street, publication. I just wanted to pull all Golden Square, surrounded by a the stories together in one place, plethora of close family members. edit them so they fit together and His maternal grandparents lived do some drawings – and see what two doors away, his paternal grandhappens,” Mr Hocking said. mother just around the corner.
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THE National Firearms Amnesty has already had results in Bendigo, with a number of illegally held weapons being handed in to a licensed gun dealer. This month alone one Bendigo store has had half a dozen handguns handed in, as well as at least two automatic rifles. Included in the haul at Hartley’s Hunting and Fishing were two Luger automatic pistols and an American M1 carbine. The amnesty runs until September 30 and allows people to hand in any firearms in their possession without fear of prosecution. The option remains to apply for a licence, or if already a licence holder the guns can be registered, or the item can be surrendered without payment. Store owner Lindsay Hamley said it’s a good opportunity. “You may be hanging on to a gun
Lifejacket inspections mandatory COMPULSORY wearing of lifejackets for those aboard boats of less than 4.8 metres along with better design and technology has resulted in inflatable lifejackets or personal flotation devices (pfd) becoming increasingly popular as they are easy to wear, don’t get in the way and are increasingly affordable. Two types of inflatable pfds are commonly available; either an auto inflating jacket that inflates when immersed or a jacket that is manually activated via a ripcord. But be aware both types of jacket require regular care and maintenance as they both utilise a small carbon dioxide (CO2) cylinder that requires regular inspection and periodic replacement. Lifejackets are often subject to damaging ultra violet rays and the harshness of a marine environment resulting in rapid deterioration, especially if not regularly maintained. Legislation even requires regular certified servicing of inflatable life jackets which should be adhered to avoid an unwanted infringement notice and perhaps even save your life. Some lifejacket manufacturers recommend you return your lifejacket to an authorized agent for an annual service while others permit selfservicing. If you are self-servicing your lifejacket, follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and make sure the recharge kit matches your lifejacket. If a service record is available on the inside of the jacket, sign and date the service record with a permanent marker. If not, you might like to make a paper record of your own and keep a copy handy on board your vessel. Failure to do so makes verifying servicing impossible, which means you may be in breach of regulations. If you are using inflatable pfds, remember to air thoroughly after each use and store in a dry location – this is particularly important with auto inflating models because these can self-inflate when left damp. Another handy maintenance hint is to manually inflate your life jacket and leave it undisturbed for a least 24 hours – if partially deflated disregard, as chances are the bladder or seams are slowly deteriorating.
for sentimental reasons, or have not known what to do with it. Now is the perfect opportunity,” he said. “Whatever the condition of the firearm, it needs to be handed in.” Alongside the more notable hand ins, there have been air pistols, revolvers, air rifles and a .22 semi automatic rifle with a 20-round magazine. Victoria Police say if you are found in possession of an unregistered firearm, ammunition, imitation firearm or prohibited weapon outside of the provisions of the amnesty you may be charged. Maximum penalties for possessing an unregistered firearm in Victoria can be 14 years imprisonment or fines up to $279,828. Details from www.firearmsamnesty. ag.gov.au – Steve Kendall
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Anglers in a spin over latest selection WITH lure casting gaining popularity, central Victorian angler are well covered with a handful of local anglers manufacturing a range of made spinner-baits, mumblers and swim-baits, available at selected tackle outlets. Phil Nieto of Ravenswood had spent years supplying custom made spinner-baits to family and friends, who were not always forthcoming about the success of his lures, before deciding it was time to offer his lures to all anglers through Hartley’s Hunting & Tackle World in California Gully. I didn’t take long for the word to get
around with several fortunate anglers enjoying remarkable success on Phil’s range of spinner-baits and mumblers, sold under the Cod Candy banner. “The sky is the limit as far as blade configurations and colour goes,” Phil said who can custom make bladed lures for anglers, from a light weight eight grams through to deep diving 145g spinner-bait. “Plastics are also gaining in popularity and I’ve got a range of rigged plastics suitable for perch and cod.” Also what is bound to be a hit next
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ADVERTISING FEATURE
Hire or buy the right tool for the job
Traditional Style Pizza Pick up and Delivery Online Ordering saycheesepizza.com.au Shop 5 113 - 133 Mollison Street Bendigo Tuesday - Sunday 5pm to Midnight
Servicing passenger and commercial vehicles
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AGLEHAWK Hire & Sales has been integral to the development of Eaglehawk and surrounding areas for more than 30 years and under the direction of Glenn Solomano and new assistant manager Hayley Phillips, you need travel no further for all your hire, cement and concrete sealing needs along with a variety of speciality tools for sale. Being a Platinum OX Tools reseller, you won’t find a more extensive range of concreting and bricklaying tools in Bendigo, along with their Master Finish products. Being a locally owned family business they pride themselves on providing exceptional customer service with reliable and modern equipment, all at competitive rates, seven days a week. Eaglehawk Hire & Sales have a huge range of hire equipment, from the seasonal hiring of saw benches and log splitters, to
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year-round hire of towable toilets and trailers of all descriptions. Horse floats, furniture trailers, motorbike and car trailers to name a few. Trowel machines, vibrating plates and floor sanders are also popular hire items, why pay thousands when you can DIY. Their convenient site in Wood Street is packed to the brim with any equipment you might need for almost any situation or job around your home or business, including gas bottle refills. Delivery can also be arranged at additional cost. Check out their Facebook page or website for specials and hire prices, or just pop in and see the friendly staff. Eaglehawk Hire & Sales 92 to 94 Wood Street, Eaglehawk Phone 5446 7877 www.eaglehawkhire.com.au
For the best value and right advice
20-50% OFF MARKED PRICES
5444 4006 For all your Air Conditioning, Heating and Auto Electrical problems Qualified Licensed Technicians Ray Kent 0418 507 218 118 Hattam St, Golden Square www.bgoautoair.com.au
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0439 503 331
COLORBOND PANEL FENCING
WINDRIDGE SECURITY DOORS & FENCING
5444 4190
Servicing Central Victoria www.windridgesecuritydoors.com.au
CASH AND CARRY
Ken McDonald’s
FREE UNDERLAY & INSTALLATION ON MANY STOCK CARPET LINES, WOOLS & NYLONS
Cleaning Services
BUY CARPET CASH AND CARRY FOR A FURTHER 10% DISCOUNT
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Phone: 5446 1416
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REVOR and Dora Taggert have been successfully running their floor covering business since 1986. That’s more than 30 years of establishing a great reputation. “We started off in a farm shed in Woodvale in 1986,” Trevor said. “We did so well we moved into Sandhurst Road in 1988. “Both Dora and I enjoy what we do and get heaps of job satisfaction. We often get letters of thanks from domestic and commercial clients. “The standout feature of our business is that we give a personalised service to our customers. From the moment they walk in the door we take care of them. “We have an initial consultation when we find out their requirements; then I go out and do a proper measure. “I do the cutting and then we personally load the carpet or vinyl and instruct the contract installers. We’ve found over the
years the best way to make sure a job is done properly is to do it ourselves.” The other aspect to this highly reputable business is the truthful advice that Trevor and Dora give their customers. “We advise people as to what is cost effective for them. The cheapest carpet is not always the best, not if it’s going wear out in a couple of years,” Trevor said. “We also stock over 700 plus rolls of stock and give advice regarding colour and décor. “Some of our builders aren’t sure what to choose and other customers are actually overseas, so based on their input we help them choose the right floor covering.” Better still for customers, Taggerts currently have a clearance sale. Taggerts Discount Carpets & Vinyls, 18 to 20 Sandhurst Road, Eaglehawk. Phone 5446 1416.
• Qualified Tradesman • Manufacturers of quality Steel ute trays • Service bodies made to order • Toolboxes made to order • Roof Racks and Ladder Racks • Powdercoating and sandblasting • General fabrication, welding and repairs.
P: (03) 5448 8285 M: 0421 547 907 www.butetraysandaccessories.com.au
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PUBLIC NOTICES
HEALTH SERVICES
PERSONALS
DRAWING LESSONS
HYPNOSIS
MATURE lady seeking male, for friendship, outings and fun times Ph 0429 441 438
Spring Gully Adults Tues 10-11:30am Beginners Welcome Phone Cheryle Ludbey: 0429 430 819
LOST AND FOUND
Quit smoking, Drinking, Gambling, Nail biting, Lose weight. Dip. of Clin. Hyp. Phone Trevor now on: 0417 156 313
HAIRDRESSING ehb would like to welcome Kiah Green to our team. Kiah is now available and looks forward to seeing all new and existing clients
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HAIRDRESSING
MOBILE HAIRDRESSER Do you need a style cut, blow wave, beard or hair trim? l Cuts only l Qualified l Experienced l 7 days l Bendigo Area l Ladies Mens and children I’ll come to you, in the comfort of your own home Call Daryl for an appointment 0428 740 717
Grocery distribution: Bendigo Baptist Community Care: Life Essentials, 214 Hargreaves St, Benght digo. Tues and Thurs. 5441 for thou 4747. Bendigo Family & Financial Services Inc: Myers Street, Bendigo. Ph: 5441 5277. Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm. Long Gully Community House: Humboldt Dve. 5442 1165. Wed mornings (bread only). Food Support 3556: Eaglehawk Community House, 19 Bright St. Ph: 5446 8322. Mon and Thurs, 9am2pm (school terms). Foodcare 3556: Eaglehawk Uniting Church, cnr Peg Leg Rd/Kirkwood St, 1.30pm-4pm Tues and Wed. Ph 0403 698 715. Giving and Living Op Shop: Shed 3, 75 Beischer St, East Bendigo. Mon–Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Ph: 5444 2882. St Vincent de Paul: 16 Hopetoun St, Bendigo. 5443 5688. Mon/Tues/Thurs and Fri, 10am–1.30pm. Kangaroo Flat–117 High St. 5447 9800. Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm. 82 High St, Eaglehawk. Ph: 5446 2548. Tues and Thurs 10am–1pm, Friday 1pm–4pm Uniting Care Emergency Relief Centres: Bendigo: 25 Forest St. 5443 4972. Mon/Tue/Thur/ Fri 10am-12.15pm and 1.30pm-3.45pm. Kangaroo Flat: Cnr. Church and Camp sts. 5443 5458. Tues and Fri 10am–1pm. Victory Foodbank: 110 Garsed St. Bendigo. Ph: 5443 5998. Tues 10am–12pm.
Community Meals and Soup Kitchens: Bendigo Community Health Soup Kitchen: The Arcade, 165-171 Hargreaves St, Bendigo. Ph: 5448 1600. Thurs, 4pm-4.45pm. Bendigo Baptist Community Care breakfast: Life Essentials, Mad Cow Cafe, 214 Hargreaves St, Bendigo. 5441 4747. Tues 7.45am. Eaglehawk Community House: 19 Bright St, Eaglehawk. 5446 8322. Tues 12 noon and 6pm. Kangaroo Flat Soup Kitchen: Rotary Gateway Park, High St, Kangaroo Flat, Wed 6pm. Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church: Cnr Church and Camp sts, Kangaroo Flat. Ph: 5447 9998. Fourth Wednesday of every month, 12pm. Not Just Soup - Soup Kitchen: A Reasonable Christianity Church, 237 High Street, Golden Square back room (opposite Woolworths). Ph: 0404 559 769. Sun, 3.30pm-4.40pm, Thurs, 5pm-6pm. Our Shed: 14 Sailors Gully Rd, Eaglehawk. Ph:5446 8813. Fri (Nov–Apr), 7.30am. Uniting Church Hall, Peg Leg Rd Eaglehawk. 5446 8813. Fri 7.30am, (May–Oct). Kangaroo Flat Community Meals: Rotary Gateway Park. Wed 5.30pm-6pm. Saltworks Community Meal: Eaglehawk Anglican Church, 63 High St, Eaglehawk. 0458 018 083. Fri 5.45pm (except Jan or public holidays). St Liborius Parish Centre: 50 Panton St, Eaglehawk. 5446 8235. Tues 11.30am (school terms). Supplied by City of Greater Bendigo.
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
STOLEN
ShopRider Scooter, QT-8 Little Beauty, red, stolen 27th July from Somerville St, Flora hill. $250 reward for it's return or for information leading to its return. Ph Alan on 5442 2038
shop 12, strath hill centre
MECHANIC WORKSHOP FOR SALE Well established Mechanical Business for sale Large workshop with 3 Hoists, Compressor, Press, Disc lathe, and lots more. l Large client base, with all office needs included l Ample parking spaces, just 10 minutes from Bendigo City Centre. l
FREE Pickup/Return Service from: Bendigo Railway Station, Eaglehawk, Golden Square, Kangaroo Flat & White Hills
All enquiries confidential. Ph 0419 511 309
LOST
Women's Ring, possibly fell off in Big W or elsewhere in the Bendigo Marketplace, 29th July. Gold with Saphire gemstone. Not overly expensive, but very sentimental. Would be overjoyed by it's return. Reward Offered. Phone 0420 278 951
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Greenstone Vineyard are looking for an EXPERIENCED GRAPE GROWER Please email: info@greenstonevineyards.com.au for further information, and to apply.
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7d Lord Howe Island: Oct 21.... (Must book early).....................$4250 5d Downton Abbey Tour: Oct 30.................................................$1450 14d Tasmania Springtime Tour: Nov 6........................................$4390 5d Flinders Island: Nov 17...................................................….. $3075 5d Hunter Valley Lights: Nov 13..................................................$1295
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Services Offered
BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
BRICKLAYING All types. No job too big or too small. Ph Harry 0408 575 604
BRICKLAYING No job too big No job too small Ph 0417 127 131
QUALITY BUILDER
CLEANING & CARPET
BRICKLAYERS all types of brick and block work, chimneys and fireplaces. Ph 5446 7057 or 0418 370 917 or 0458 438 930
Paths, Driveways, Cross overs, Sheds, Small & big jobs, Reasonable rates. Seniors Discount Free quotes. Ph. 0422 424 348.
New & old shed floors, Excavation work, Paths & Driveways, big or sml Ph 0429 395 985
CONCRETE WORK
40+ Years experience New Homes, Reno's & Extensions Ph 0408 575 604
and general plumbing & maintenance Ph 0408 575 604
CONCRETER
AXE CREEK CONCRETING
Cleaning, Steam clean or Dry clean $50 first room, $10 per room after that Ph 0439 374 389 Receipt & ABN supplied .
AIR CONDITIONING
CONCRETING
Driveways, Verandahs, Retaining walls, Etc. Ph Harry 0408 575 604
Cameron Concrete Domestic & Commercial. For all your concrete requirements.. Call Rod 0400 611 016 Free Quotes & advice. 30 years experience
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
DD HANDYMAN & MAINTENANCE SERVICE All types of household jobs inc garden maint. Phone 0409 949 111 Pathways, Patios Garden Edging etc. Ken Tresize Ph 0419 374 062
Digger Service
TempTech
1.6 Tonne Excavator, Trenching, Rotary Hoeing, Post Holes, Levelling 4 in one bucket,Tipper Hire.
AIR CONDITIONING
For all your heating and cooling needs
GARDEN MAINTENANCE Prompt, Reliable Quality Services Phone Matthew Flack 0412 946 813
HANDY MAN No job too small inc TV & Computer Very cheap rates Norm 0418 530 174
Ph: Glenn
0418 510 074
Nathan Maber 0407 972 717 bendigotemptech.com.au Servicing all of Central Victoria • Pensioner discounts available
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
Registered Licence No. 47315
Bobcat & Tipper Hire
ANTENNAS
Site Clearing Driveways Excavation Laser Levelling Rubbish Removal
Call Ron 0438 569 385
TV Tuning from $40 • Servicing Bendigo & Surrounds • Aerials & additional aerial points • Satellite & Computer Setups ps • Digital/Smart TV’s • Home Theatre, Wall Mount • DVD, Recorders & Foxtel • Installed & explained
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BUILDERS
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Building Permits Arranged + 20 Years Experience
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CARPENTRY
C CARPENTRY & MAINTENANCE M TRADE QUALIFIED CARPENTER
Tiling Retaining Walls General Handyman Fix Ups
CARPET CLEANING
BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING
McCabes
• 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
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BIN HIRE
Low Cost Bin Hire
SERVICING BENDIGO TO CASTLEMAINE AREAS comparable prices
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PLASTERER EXPERIENCED LOCAL PLASTERER Rates from $40p/h Pensioner 10% Disc. • Holes Patched • Renovations • Painting
PJ TAYLOR
5446 1422 0448 713 499
PLASTER
All types of plastering. • Home Maintenance • Tiling • Painting • Carpentry. Free quotes. Ph. Brian 0407 679 618
SINCE 1985 Bendigo Ph 03 5446 9449
TILER
Wall & Floor Tiler Waterproofing Complete Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renovations 0488 994 150
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COMPUTERS
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PATIOS AND DECKS
The specialists in covering from top to bottom l Patios l Decks l Carports l Glassrooms l Granny Flats l Aluminium Screens PHONE STEVE
0407 227 939 for your free quote
ELECTRICIANS
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Supplied and installed
DECKS / PERGOLAS
ELECTRICIANS
718 Strathfieldsaye Road, Strathfieldsaye
SEPTIC TANK SEWER TREATMENT PLANTS
• Systems built • Repairs and upgrades • Network and internet connections • Virus and Spyware removal Hours: Mon to Fri: 9 - 5.30 Sat: 9 - 12 Jeoff Milne 5447 2476 Mob 0425 728 336
CHIMNEY SWEEPS
5447 7823 or 0431 609 423 BATHROOMS & KITCHENS
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
SAM'S WASHING MACHINES FREE REMOVALS
DON'S CARPET, TILE AND GROUT CLEANING
Phone 0428 443 808
Phone Ron on
0417 511 159
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CLARE'S IRONING from smoke free homes only please $35 standard flat basket. Local delivery $5. Free delivery for regulars 0407 987 024
Carports Concreting Renovations Decks & Verandahs
200 - 600mm diameter
MEMBER
Free pick up & delivery in Bendigo area, by qualified small engine mechanic. Bendigo Onsite Servicing Ph 0438 544 789
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FREEZER, upright, good working condition $100 Ph 5447 0914 GIRLS bike, suit 12 year old, $35 Ph 0409 974 492.
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seedlings. strong, healthy, ready to plant. 6 varieties, 50 for $3. 76 Gill Ave Eaglehawk. Ph 0428 610 442
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PAINTING Stand & Oregan Plank $30 Ph 5447 8847
LARGE Tow along Suitcase $20ono Ph 0476 077 570
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LAWNMOWER B&S, 4stroke, w/catcher, runs well $90 0420 446 031
PEDESTAL drill press, 13mm chuck $50 Ph 5441 4845
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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 3 PIECE colonial Bedroom suite Queen Slat bed, 2 x 3drwr S/tables, VGC $320 ONO Phone 0417 157 132
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QUEEN size sheets, as new, blue/grey, $30 Ph 0409 974 492.
RECLINER chairs x 2, needs some repair $10 each Ph 5439 3661
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RECYCLED timber dining table 210 x 100 with 8 chairs $650 Ph Barbara 5446 7476
TRANSITIONAL Wheelchair /walker, as new, $100 Ph 0467 373 797
RECYCLED timber sideboard in good condition $350 Ph Barbara 5446 7476 SEMCO Tapestry Wool Kits x 4 Donation to Charity 0476 077 570 SIDEBOARD, 6 cupboards, leadlight, 3 drwrs 2000 x 1400 $100 5447 0914
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1990 Windsor Statesman, 16 foot, U96834, p/top full, as new annex & roll out awning & many extra's, GC $11,000 ono Ph 5449 3572
FREE to good home male doberman 6yrs old, female staffy x 7yrs old, must stay together Phone 0431 591 047
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Desexed male, 2 Years
Sly is still very young at heart, lovse to play and is friendly with other cats. Head butts are Sly’s specialty and he really loves a brush which will keep his coat looking super sleek. Sly has already been desexed and microchipped and is patiently waiting for his new forever home.
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2009 Eco tourer, off Hwy, island dbl bed, Annex, VGC. Photos & descript. avail on Gumtree. 1 owner, lots of extras, $35,000 ONO Ph 5450 3553 or 0427 503 552
LIVESTOCK BICHON frise pups 1f, 1m w o r m e d , v e t checked,microchipped, allergy free, no shedding, ready now $750 each Phone 04561 555 552 & 5486 8377 956000009360575 & 956000009360019
2009 Windsor Genesis 19.6ft QB, Combo shwr /toil, TV/Dvd, A/C, M/wave, Awn/privacy wall, Reg til 10/18, EC. $33,500 ONO. Ph 0429 424 353
2003 Evernew E Series Caravan, new tyres, wheels, & springs. Awning, Tedds annex, large fridge, diesel heater, & sat dish. $22,500 Ph 5441 4845
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OLD woodworking carpenters tools, planes and books etc for collector/user Ph 0418 510 727.
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Craig ban stands By JOEL PETERSON
THE Bendigo Football Netball League succeeded in making a strong statement in regards to the treatment of umpires this week but it had no such luck appealing the three-game suspension handed down to Pascale Craig by the tribunal. The Sandhurst midfielder was sanctioned at an independent tribunal hearing for making careless contact with umpire Matt Bourke. Last Friday, the BFNL decided it would appeal the decision on behalf of the Bendigo Umpires Association. At Tuesday night’s AFL Victoria appeals board hearing – held via a video link – it emerged the league’s board had voted unanimously to have the sanction upgraded to between four and six games. Prosecutor on behalf of the league, Peter Hilson, said the league was of the opinion that the correct penalty would be toward the higher end of that range. The league was steadfast in only appealing the sanction and not the charge of careless contact, believing it could not upgrade the charge to intentional contact. But the appeals board said that under rule 8.11.1 it could “confirm, reverse, increase or modify” the decision.
At the hearing, neither party was aware the charge could be changed. The BFNL was informed only the penalty could be appealed. The BUA did attempt to upgrade the charge to intentional at last week’s initial tribunal hearing, but it was heard only as careless. The reporting umpire, Matt Bourke, said it was not
Neither party was aware the charge could be changed until seeing the incident on video a few days later he came to the opinion that the contact was intentional. He said the force of the contact – as he backed out of a pack after a ball-up – was more than what could be expected of accidental contact. “The reason I reported it straight away was the contact was more substantial than normal,” he said. Craig maintained his stance that his foot was stood upon by Eaglehawk’s Cam McGlashan in the contest and the contact with Bourke was a
result of his reaction. Craig’s player advocate, Peter Watson, said Craig and Sandhurst both acknowledged the contact and noted that he had pleaded guilty to the original charge. He said remorse had been shown and that in the eyes of the independent judges it had been deemed the correct decision. In its submission, the league noted that Craig had not left Bourke a clear path at the ball-up and the contact caused him to fall dangerously. Craig said he had been late to the stoppage, hence his poor positioning. After deliberating for more than 10 minutes to watch the video footage and consider their verdict, the appeals board decided it would not stray from the original penalty. Appeals board chair Eddie Power said on the evidence presented the BFNL tribunal had imposed the correct penalty. “We find that’s an appropriate penalty and we don’t wish to make any change to the decision of three premiership matches,” he said. Craig has already served one game of the penalty and will be eligible to return in round 18 when Sandhurst plays Gisborne at the QEO.
YOUNG GUNS: Bendigo’s Ben O’Brien and Bronte Annand are officiating international cup games. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN
BIG TEST: The Thunder’s senior side heads into finals on top of the table.
Thunder eyes top prize A BIG weekend awaits the Bendigo Thunder Football Club with its senior side entering finals and its reserves contesting the first ever Northern Country Women’s League grand final. The Thunder’s seniors will be aiming to bounce back from their first Northern Football League loss of the season in the week leading into finals. The Thunder plays Diamond Creek at Preston in the qualifying final. The team’s reserves side, meanwhile, will be out to claim its first piece
of silverware when it meets Benalla in the NCWL grand final at Weeroona Oval on Sunday. Benalla won through to the decider in a 2.13 to 1.5.11 slogfest against Shepparton last Sunday. The league held its first presentation night this week, with Kyneton’s Emily Taylor winning the first league trophy. The Thunder’s Erin Ross topped the league’s goalkicking with 47 goals in the home and away season. The power forward will be a key to her side’s
prospects on Sunday after booting three goals in the semi final meeting against the Saints. Bendigo’s senior side doesn’t have any silverware on the line but has plenty to play for on Saturday. The Thunder will advance to the NFLW grand final if it defeats Diamond Creek, which has been in a strong patch of form recently. The Thunder has had a disappointing second half of the season through some key injuries and unavailabilities but will still be a strong favourite to win.
International flavour in Bendigo From Page 36 One of the more difficult aspects is putting the team together. Every nation can have only 12 Australian-based players, so building team chemistry is a challenge. “We’ve got seven states playing in India and we’ve named them after AFL clubs. So the Kerala Bombers need to travel 40-plus hours to play the Bengal Tigers, so you can just imagine that train journey,” Chakraborty said. “We managed to get the team together for five days in Calcutta before they came out here so that’s the five days they got together and then the local squad joined in, so it’s tough to bring together.” Pakistan coach Matt Embling knows that all too well. The game is even newer to his country. “Most of it is about decision making. We know the skill acquisition will improve the more they play, but we just want them to be making the right decisions of where and when to kick or handball and where,” he said. Embling has been involved with Collingwood in the AFL Women’s competition, and put himself forward to AFL international development manager Grant Williams as a prospective international cup coach. “They’ve been great to be involved with, there’s a real respect for the game and they have come
THUMBS UP: The Indian team has developed a strong link to Bendigo. together well as a group,” he said. “We improved in our second game against Japan (on Wednesday), we were all square at half time, and I think we surprised them with our physicality a bit.” Working in India’s favour is the fact they spent last week in Bendigo, mostly with the Golden Square club and has already played at the ground. “We loved Bendigo and the hospitality we got and are look-
ing forward to playing in front of a big crowd on Friday night,” Chakraborty said. Pakistan won the corresponding match last year, and Embling is confident both sides will deliver an entertaining contest. “It’s really raw footy. The guys and girls in this competition just take the game on so it will be great to watch,” he said. Tonight’s match at Wade Street Oval begins at 7.30pm, entry is free.
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Home final within range A HOME final in the first week of finals may have eluded them, but the Bendigo Lady Braves are firm in the belief that a home game in the third week of playoffs is a far more important goal. The Lady Braves lost three of their last four matches to fall out of first place and have to travel to Dandenong for a conference semi final. Bendigo lost to the lowly Melbourne Tigers last Saturday, but was without Chante Black and Chloe Bibby and Kelly Wilson were at less than their best. Bibby had a better Sunday, winning the Australian Youth Player of the Year award and being voted a member of the SEABL All-Star five. “Chloe has had a great season for us, we were pleased to get her and she has really
developed her game,” Lady Braves coach Jonathan Goodman said. Braves men’s star CJ Aiken was crowned the men’s Defensive Player of the Year after a standout season, but the Braves were under a shroud of instability on and off the floor for the better part of the season. There is plenty of rivalry between the Lady Braves and Rangers, extending past the defection of Bibby to Bendigo. The two sides have met in several finals games and are perennial powerhouses of the competition. Bendigo has played well against the Rangers this season, winning both games including their clash at Dandenong Stadium. “They’re a smart group, defensively we’ve been very good against them this season but I’m sure they’ll look at some of the things we’ve been able to
do and try to stop that,” Good- around them as well.” man said. The key for the lady Braves Chante Black is expected is a return to the defensive to play this weekend and Wil- mindset that got them to a topson and Bibby will both ben- two position. It is a strength efit from another game with that has been lacking in recent the side, but the stakes are weeks. much higher in the heat of the “We made it tough for playoffs. them the last two times so we With a young group, ex- really need to bring that defenperienced players such as Wilson Defensively we’ve been very good and Jane Chalmagainst them this season ers will prove all the more important against a Dandenong team that knows sive energy and get it together what success is all about as the at that end,” Goodman said. defending champions. “If we do that then hope“Kelly and Jane do a great fully we’ll being a home conjob of leading the group on ference final to Bendigo in a and off the floor, Kelly has fortnight.” been great even on the sideSaturday’s game at Dandeline while she’s been injured,” nong Stadium tips off at 6pm. Goodman said. “We’re a young group so TOP HONOUR: Chloe Bibby was that experience helps, but named the SEABL’s Australian we need the girls to step up Youth Player of the Year.
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Haig rides into Vuelta contention
WINNING FEELING: Jack Haig will take strong form to the Vuelta a Espana. Photo: TEAM ORICA-SCOTT JACK Haig is hoping his strong recent form rolls on into the Vuelta a Espana after one of the biggest weeks in his professional career. Haig collected stage honours and finished eighth overall at the Tour of Poland, up among some of the sport’s biggest names. He was 57 seconds adrift of winner Dylan Teuns but most notably finished one place above Vincenzo Nibali, the Italian ace who has won all three “grand tours” including the 2014 Tour de France. The highlight of his week was a win on stage five of the race, attacking solo with
20 kilometres to go and riding away to a stage win by 50 seconds. He launched a stinging attack on the final stage in a bid to vault either himself or teammate Adam Yates to the overall win, but finished eighth on the final day. Haig has been selected in Orica Scott’s 11-man team for the Vuelta but a post on social media indicated he will head to the Spanish classic. “We came here with high expectations and goals to win stages. To take two stage wins and finish fifth overall with Yates is positive, also considering he hasn’t raced for a
while and the next big goal is the Vuelta,” sporting director Dave McPartland said. “It’s been a great week with all the guys here in good condition and they’ve shown their strengths this week which we’ve seen with Luka Mezgec taking a close second place on a stage and also with Haig’s solo victory.” His former schoolmate and Avanti Racing Team teammate Chris Hamilton has also been included in his team’s lineup for the race. Hamilton is part of a 13man Team Sunweb squad featuring Tour de France sensation Warren Barguil.
Peta strikes green and gold BENDIGO’S Peta Mullens has won yet another national title giving her a fourth green and gold jersey. Mullens added the national cyclocross title to her previous national road race, criterium and national crosscountry mountain bike triumphs. The multi-discipline ace returned from the US to contest the event, winning her 10th national title across mountain bike, road and cyclocross disciplines.
The win in Adelaide went one better than her second-placed finish last year. “I’ve been waiting for the double digits and thought it was a curse but I wanted this one,” she said. “The only thing that was lacking confidence and that sort of came as the race went on.” She was up against the likes of defending national champion Rebecca Locke, Naomi Williams and local
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favourite Natalie Redmond. Even more impressively, the race was Mullens’ first in the discipline this year. “The only thing that was lacking confidence and that sort of came as the race went on,” she said. “I was really struggling technically. On the third lap I had a bit of a crash and thought I can’t wait any longer and I have to catch (Redmond) on the next flat section cause I’m losing too much technically.”
EIGHT junior players from Bendigo City FC have been selected to tour Japan next week with Football Federation Victoria’s Regional Boys Representative Squad. Under-12 player Mac Hilson, under-13 players Edward Harrison and Kaidyn Tucker and under-14 players Darcy McRostie, Ruben White, Patrick Mathers, William Keating and Azis Elkhazzari will all travel with the squad. They participated in selection trials in Melbourne before being picked as some of the best and brightest talent in the state. The eightday tour will largely feature games against Japanese academy sides. “I am very excited to go to Japan and represent Vic Country. This is a great opportunity for the boys and I,” Keating said.
JET SETTERS: Kaidyn Tucker, Mac Hilson and Edward Harrison (left) and Aziz Elkhazzari, Ruben White, Will Keating and Patrick Mathers (above).
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INTERNATIONAL football comes to Golden Square’s Wade Street Oval tonight when India hosts Pakistan in an AFL International Cup grudge match. The matches form round three of the triennial competition, with both sides losing their opening two games in division two. Both teams played on Wednesday India is the adopted home team, having spent time in Bendigo last week and played a practice match against a team of Golden Square players. Adding to the clash is the rivalry between the two nations, legendary on the cricket field but fierce no matter what the sport is. India captain Sudip Chakraborty said the rivalry extends far beyond leather and willow. “It’s a friendly, respectful rivalry. Whether it’s kabaddi, hockey, any sport, India and Pakistan share languages and are right next to each other so that rivalry is there no matter what,” he said. The game is very much in its infancy in both countries, but in India it already has a strong Bendigo connection. Bendigo resident Mikey Dynon has been involved with the Indian team for several years and set up a connection with Golden Square club chaplain Bruce Claridge. A yearly trip of a Bendigo delegation has since gone to India to run clinics, lead coaching and umpiring education sessions and helping to promote the game. Chakraborty said the sport has the potential to have a big impact in his home country. “It’s an amazing journey we’re going through in India,” he said. “The majority of the players come from underprivileged backgrounds because it’s just a really big new meaning to their life. “Some of the players who’ve come from the slums and the villages, their entire communities around them are excited.”
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Braves gear up for playoff tilt
THEY lost out on a home playoff game in the first week of the SEABL finals, but the Bendigo Lady Braves would rather be back at home in a fortnight. That would be a home conference final, but to get there, they need to defeat long-time rival Dandenong on the road in the conference semi final tomorrow night. – Story Page 35.
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