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THE family of Bendigo’s only Olympic gold medallist Faith Leech say they would not support the use of her name for anything other than the main $31 million aquatic facility being built in Kangaroo Flat.

And the Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise raising $1 million towards the cost will formally object to the provisional name of Gurri Wanyarra approved unanimously by City of Greater Bendigo councillors on Wednesday night.

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Leech family upset by name choice

The response has threatened to cause community division along racial lines, a predicament supporters and opponents of the new name hosed down yesterday.

It has also threatened to scuttle the Dja Dja Wurrung name preferred by the council in order to recognise cultural diversity.

Adam Tuohy, the son of the late

Ms Leech, said he was asked two years ago by the Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise for permission to attach his mother’s name to the proposed centre, which at the time was the subject of lobbying efforts to have the main pool extended from the planned 25 metres to 50m.

Mr Tuohy said he had only given permission for Faith Leech to

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be used for a 50m pool and would prefer her name to be attached to the entire project, the significance of which would appropriately honour his mother’s achievements.

The council voted on Wednesday night to call a learn-to-swim pool in the centre after Ms Leech.

“It is like being given a lolly and then having it taken away again,” Mr

Tuohy said yesterday.

He said he was of the understanding that Faith Leech was to be the name of the Kangaroo Flat centre, which will be complete within six months.

He was shocked to learn in June that the name would be decided in a competition and disappointed that a councillor this week spoke in favour of the indigenous name because Faith Leech had no significance for segments of the community.

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SEVERAL high-profile commercial sites in the heart of Bendigo have changed hands in a series of sales agents describe as a real confidence booster for an already buoyant local market.

Two high profile commercial sites in Bendigo’s central business district were sold at auction last Friday, with the strong sales results highlighting the positive belief and support for the city’s inner-city market.

Bidding for the adjoining commercial one-zoned properties at 35-37 Mitchell Street opened at $800,000 before a good-sized crowd of onlookers and neighbouring business owners, before two would be buyers engaged in a furious bidding war that eventually realised a selling price of $985,000.

Attention then turned to the two-storey building at 352 Hargreaves Street, which features 114 square metres of space and rear access from Bath Lane.

DCK Real Estate managing director and auctioneer Robert Ketterer pointed out to the crowd that there were plenty of high-profile neighbours and no vacant shops along the popular strip.

The property eventually sold for $380,000, after an opening bid of $300,000.

Mr Ketterer said the positive auction results and high level of interest in both auctions dem-

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SOLD: DCK managing director Robert Ketterer takes bids on Mitchell Street. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN onstrated the confidence and strength of the Bendigo CBD. The prices obtained at auction reflect yields of approximately 5.6 per cent for both offerings, which Mr Ketterer said was a strong result for the Bendigo market.

“Both properties had been held by their respective owners for a long time, and it’s rare to see property of this calibre come onto the market,” he said.

“Both our successful purchasers are long term investors into the Bendigo market, and especially in the CBD, and their decision to continue to purchase at auction on Friday is another

demonstration of the confidence that exists in the local property market.”

Agents in conjunction for both auctions were Melbournebased Burgess Rawson.

Mr Ketterer yesterday also confirmed the sale of another large land holding in the centre of Bendigo, with confirmation of the sale of 113-133 Mollison Street.

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Mr Ketterer said the substantial holding had been sold to a Melbourne-based investor looking for opportunities in the Bendigo market who had previously identified Bendigo as somewhere to be.

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Nanga Gnulle preserved

By Sharon kemp

THE architecturally-designed mudbrick residence at the high profile former wedding venue Nanga Gnulle is set to be preserved among a proposed subdivision on the 1.9-hectare site in Strathdale but supporters are worried its heritage value will be lost.

Cathy Spencer, who is behind the push to conserve Nanga Gnulle, said she was pleased about the protection of a heritage overlay for the site but disappointed it extended only five metres beyond the main house.

Ms Spencer’s parents built Nanga Gnulle up from a bare block of land in the 1970s.

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conditions in 2014.

Ms Spencer said she had nominated the entire property including the extensive gardens to be assessed for state significance by Heritage Victoria.

Assessment could hold up any further progress towards development, plans for which were submitted by the new owners and include demolition of all buildings and gardens.

Before voting on Wednesday night to apply the heritage overlay, two City of Greater Bendigo councillors noted that the sale had not included conditions.

“When one sells a significant property, you would expect to get the best possible dollar for the sale and you would think if there was something sentimental or something worth preserving from a heritage perspective, that you would put those restrictions on future developments before the sale,” said Cr Yvonne Wrigglesworth.

“Nevertheless, we are here with a community who have asked us to respond via a number of significant objections.”

Cr Andrea Metcalf said the council needed to be mindful that the property’s buyer “bought it in

good faith, there were no conditions on what he or she could do with the land”.

But she said many people had connections with the property having been married or attended a wedding there.

All councillors who spoke noted the heritage value of the property should be conserved.

Cr Matt Emond said council had received a letter from the National Trust supporting the application of an overlay.

They voted unanimously with the recommendations of two reports that found the mud-brick

main residence on the land had heritage significance because it was designed by high-profile architect Alistair Knox and contained reclaimed materials from prominent Victorian structures.

Other buildings including a conference centre and cabins, were not included, and neither was the garden.

But Cr Jennifer Alden said the overlay extended just five metres from the house itself and she hoped the developers, who have adjusted their plans to include the mud brick home, would use their judgement to conserve the heritage value.

It is understood the council’s planning department has yet to receive the new plans.

Screen a win for racing

caption: Caption. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN historic: Vic Lane will be showing some of his collection at the collectibles fair next weekend. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Vic on target for militaria collectibles fair BENDIGO collector Vic Lane has stories about the items that slipped through his fingers.

But the retired production manager and owner of Allen and Lane Guns has a room full of collectibles including weapons, medals, newspapers, books and photos to show for his life time of collecting.

Ahead of the 34th Bendigo Arms, Militaria and Collectibles Fair on August 26 and 27, Mr Lane told the Bendigo Weekly the story behind one of the central pieces of his collection – a musket he believes was owned by mounted trooper James Langley and accompanied him to the Eureka Stockade.

Mr Lane has copies of The Age newspaper from 1912 which recounted the siege and the reticence with which soldiers of the 40th regiment marched against diggers near Ballarat.

According to the storyteller, the sentiment lasted only until a digger killed a little drummer boy at the regiment’s flank.

As well as the guns, it is also the story behind the items that Mr Lane collects.

The fair will run next weekend at the Bendigo Multisports Complex in Waterson Court, Golden Square with new and old items for sale. Entry is $5 and the doors are open from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 3pm on Sunday.

THE state government will help fund a giant screen at the Bendigo racecourse which will provide racegoers with uninterrupted views of all the oncourse action.

Racing minister Martin Pakula visited Bendigo Racecourse yesterday to confirm more than $160,000 from the Victorian Racing Industry Fund to help purchase and install the big screen.

The 59-square-metre big screen is expected to be operational in time for the Bendigo Cup on November 1, and will enhance the race day experience by providing prime views of the on-track action.

The club will also contribute more than $160,000 towards the project, which will help boost revenue by creating new opportunities for on-course advertising and sponsorship.

The state government has provided almost $1.2 million for 15 projects to improve racing and training infrastructure, public facilities and race day attraction events at Bendigo Racecourse since 2014.

The racing industry in the Loddon region generates more than $166 million annually for the Victorian economy and helps to sustain more than 1640 full-time equivalent jobs locally.

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Change for Wellsford

By Sharon kemp

FIREWOOD harvesting in the Wellsford State Forest may be banned after the City of Greater Bendigo advocated that the land be changed to a national park.

The 15-year battle to conserve Wellsford forest, extending northeast of Bendigo from the outskirts of its suburbs, will be influenced by the Victorian Environmental Assessment Council and the findings of its central western investigation.

Councillors voted on Wednesday night to deliver a submission that supports a change of status

for land that would halt timber harvesting and hunting and force a new manager to reconsider other activities including horse riding, dog walking and prospecting.

The officer’s reports noted that a lot had changed since VEAC’s predecessor agency recommended in 2001 assigning Wellsford as a state forest, in the process giving economic uses such as timber collection precedence over conservation.

“Consequently, the conservation groups have continued to lobby successive Victorian governments to protect the Wellsford for-

est under a land use category that recognised the preservation of natural values as the highest use,” the report said.

What has changed in Bendigo since 2001 is an increasing number of residents want more protection of the natural environment and there has been a steady decline in the use of wood fires to heat homes.

Cr Jennifer Alden said Wellsford had been exploited by commercial timber companies.

“One of the major concerns since the Wellsford was given state forest status 15 years ago was the timber cutting and firewood har-

vesting that has occurred which has had a major impact on the ecology of the area,” Cr Alden said.

“The production of firewood for free at the expense of our forest has proven a bonanza not only locally but from further afield as the commercial contractors moved in to benefit from our government’s largesse.

“Unlicensed and unsupervised firewood collection doesn’t ensure local or domestic supply, rather plantation firewood producers would do just that and that is where we must now focus.”

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Cr Yvonne Wrigglesworth said at Wednesday night’s meeting: “We do have to recognise not everyone will have a particular connection with those particular achievements” when referring to Ms Leech’s 1956 Olympic gold medal.

“I find it very curious when facilities are named after individuals whether they are living or departed, and I actually remained quite cautious and sceptical before the steering committee revealed the recommendation it made following the naming competition.”

Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise president Jack Lyons said he thought a name honouring Ms Leech was “a done deal” confirmed during a meeting in early July of the community reference committee that has overseen the project.

Mr Lyons said he was not at the meeting but confirmation had been reported to him by someone who was.

He said he was disappointed about the council’s choice of Gurri Wanyarra, and the enterprise would formally object to it, given a third of submissions to the naming competition had included the name of Ms Leech.

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lieved indigenous culture should be recognised and his suggestion in an email to mayor Margaret O’Rourke on Tuesday night was to attach the Dja Dja Wurrung name to the precinct surrounding the aquatic centre.

Mr Tuohy also said it was appropriate to recognise indigenous culture.

Dja Dja Wurrung Aboriginal Clans Corporation’s Trent Nelson said yesterday the debate would not inflame division but the choice of Gurri Wanyarra, meaning kangaroo waterhole, would bring Aboriginal language back into the community.

He said the corporation wanted to work with the community to that end.

On Wednesday night, Cr James Williams went a step further and stated the indigenous name would go some way to repaying to a debt to the Aboriginal community for past policies and treatment.

“We owe a debt,” Cr Williams said.

“This is not repaying a debt, but it is showing respect. It is one small step in a much bigger reconciliation action plan.”

After a 30-day public notice period until September 18, councillors are set to vote on the name on October 18.

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ly in favour of the submissions, but Cr James Williams noted there were competing interests for the land.

He said he had supported calls to turn Wellsford into a national park 15 years ago, against the advice of farmers at the time.

Cr Williams also cautioned: “It is really important that we strive to fund these things properly because if we assign land to national park without the additional resources to manage them property, we get all sorts of outcomes.” “(But) I see this as a positive step forward to manage the landscape.”

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BENDIGO’S Hargreaves Mall turned a shade of blue yesterday to raise awareness of prostate cancer and this year’s Biggest Ever Blokes Lunch community fundraiser.

Coinciding with the 100-day countdown to the lunch with special guest Danny Green, a group of cancer survivors and a supporter braved the freezing winds and threatening skies and stripped down to their undies and ran through the mall, much to the amusement of shoppers and assembled media, all in the name of awareness.

Bendigo’s other boys in blue – namely a couple of local police officers, were also on hand to do their bit to encourage local blokes to take up the battle against prostate cancer.

Blokes Lunch organiser Neil Macdonald said more than 3000 men die from prostate cancer each year, and the disease remains the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer among men.

A survivor of prostate cancer himself, Mr Macdonald implored all men to maintain regular health checks and to look out for one another.

The Biggest Ever Blokes Lunch initiative started in Shepparton in 2009, and has been a regular fixture on the Bendigo fundraising calendar since 2010, with more than $500,000 raised locally, and more than $3 million nationally for the fight against prostate cancer.

This year’s Biggest Ever Blokes Lunch special guest is world champion boxer Danny Green, one of the fittest, strongest and smartest boxers this country has produced.

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Trust a cash plus for bank

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank managing director Mike Hirst says a profit increase of more than four per cent is due to solid levels of customer trust and improved efficiency.

The bank announced a $418.3 million cash profit on Monday, up 4.2 per cent on the previous financial year. It led to shares in the bank closing up seven per cent on Monday as the market reacted to the stronger than expected results.

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strong capital position was driving the results.

“The bank has experienced above system growth, indicating our focus on providing our customers with the leading experience in financial services is working,” he said.

The bank’s expenses remained flat but its cost-to-income ratio had improved to 56.1 per cent.

Mr Hirst said the cash rate reductions during the period had put pressure on the bank’s net interest margin, but a disciplined approach to mortgage pricing had held it in good stead.

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MINING company GBM Gold will meet with resources minister Wade Noonan in the next 10 days to discuss the renewal of its operating licences which expire over its Bendigo gold operations this month.

Earth Resources Regulation, which regulates the mining industry, has approved an amended work plan that will outline how the operation’s Woodvale Evaporation Ponds will be rehabilitated, a GBM spokesman said on Wednesday.

But he said exactly how the rehabilitation will be carried out was still being decided.

An option on the cards includes trucking clay from the evaporation ponds to the Kangaroo Flat mine to be used to cap mining remnants at that site.

For its part, the regulator has promised it will make public the work plan once it has completed due process.

“To be open and transparent with the local community, we intend to publish details of the amended workplan for Woodvale evaporation ponds,” an ERR spokesperson said.

The company and the regulator have also referred to commercial in confidence reasons for not releasing plans so far.

Earlier this month, GBM announced it had agreed to sell the 600,000-tonne per annum processing plant at Kangaroo Flat for $6.2 million which would enable it to repay $5.9m to the operation’s previous owner Unity Mining.

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Griffin was selected for her first Opals team just eight weeks after undergoing hip surgery.

Heading into the tournament, she admitted she didn’t know what to expect.

What she produced surpassed her own expectations, as well as everyone else’s.

Griffin was the tournament’s dominant player, leading Australia to the final with averages of 15 points and 11 rebounds.

When the opals met Japan in the final, she turned in a

three-point arc in the second half.

The Bendigo Spirit star earned tournament All-Star honours, and was named the MVP of the event.

The accolades add to an already stocked trophy case for Griffin, who was won two WNBL championships and Grand Final MVP honours in each, two WNBL All-Star awards, a WNBL defensive player of the year award and several awards at college in Nebraska.

Also in that trophy case already is a Sports Star monthly award, Griffin having won the honour in March of 2015.

Next for Griffin will be a return to the Spirit, whose WNBL campaign gets under way in October.

She will be aiming to lead the team back to the postseason after missing the playoffs in consecutive campaigns.

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Spread the word on liver health Bendigo Health and Bendigo Community Health Services hosted a luncheon this week focussing on liver health and hepatitis.

Members of the local Karen community attended the education session and luncheon which follows World Hepatitis Day that took place in late July.

Those invited range in age from 18 to in their 60s and are

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The luncheon had Karen catering and Bendigo Community Health Services provided an interpreter for the day.

The education session and luncheon was supported by Hepatitis Victoria and aimed to provide a targeted education program to groups in the community with a high prevalence of hepatitis B. It was presented as part of the Liverability Festival which runs through July and August and encourages people to take action for a world with no hepatitis.

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A SUCCESSFUL Bendigo community information session designed to raise awareness of new legal high and illicit drugs will be expanded across the Loddon Mallee.

Bendigo Community Health Services will use a community ice action grant announced by mental health minister Martin Foley on Monday to host the All Time High information sessions across the state.

Edith Cowan University senior lecturer of addiction and ethno-pharmacologist doctor Stephen Bright was guest speaker for the first All Time High forum in Bendigo on May 31.

BCHS director of continued health and independence Dale Hardy said the organisation’s

alcohol and other drugs team had organised the information session after noticing a change in the substances being used and how people access them.

New drugs... create great challenges for healthcare FORUM: Dale Hardy.

“New drugs, particularly synthetic drugs, create great challenges for healthcare and emergency services staff and the public so it’s important to

provide the latest information to benefit the community,” Mr Hardy said.

“The information is valu-

able for those who have contact with people who use drugs such as health professionals and concerned family members so they can help their patients or loved ones understand the dangers and learn harm reduction strategies.

“The feedback from the Bendigo information session was very positive so we applied for a Community Ice Action Grant to host more events across a wider area.”

Mr Hardy said guest speakers, venues and times for the All Time High information sessions would now be finalised and promoted across the Loddon Mallee.

To learn more about BCHS alcohol and other drug services visit www.bchs.com.au

Bendigo Weekly – Friday, August 18, 2017 STEP OUT AT THE CREEK THE area around Ironbark Gully Creek will be the recipient of some muchneeded walking and cycling path upgrades to encourage physical activity in the area.

A three-kilometre walking and cycling trail will be created, linking to other trails in the area.

Improvements to the 14 hectares of public space in the area will also be made.

Council’s active and healthy communities manager Lincoln Fitzgerald said the trail will run along the creek from Eaglehawk Road to Nolan Street and provide direct connections to the existing Long Gully and Bendigo Creek trails.

He said the trail will be close to more than 5000 homes, a number of schools and sport and recreation areas.

Residents can lodge feedback on the plan until September 27.

SEEING THE WAY AHEAD ART teachers from across the state will learn how they can better engage visionimpaired students with art at a forum in Bendigo today.

Bendigo Art Gallery is hosting a training day to provide teachers with the skills to make art more “hands-on” for low vision students.

Participants will study works of art while blindfolded, and experience visual descriptions, tactile diagrams and touch access.

The program will shed light on how to set up or adjust classrooms to better accommodate vision-impaired students, as well as specialist techniques, budget options and opportunities for art making.

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The City of Greater Bendigo has to prepare its Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Strategy every four years, within a year of council elections.

The plan aims to create an environment of support for members of the local community and increases the capacity of residents to improve their health.

Mayor Margaret O’Rourke said it sets out goals and priorities to prevent issues such as diabetes, depression, anxiety and cancer as well addressing high rates of family violence and increasing levels of childhood vulnerability.

The plan will be delivered in conjunction with healthcare agencies and local community groups.

Community members are encouraged to make a submission to the plan before its final endorsement by visiting council’s website.

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IGNORANCE and discrimination are in the way of Bendigo residents getting help when it comes to the drug ice.

And Bendigo’s LBGTI community continues to be wary of seeking health screenings, according to Victorian AIDS Council chief executive Simon Ruth.

“LGBTI people are less likely to access health care due to a range of reasons, and fear of discrimination, and particularly for rural and regional LGBTI people, the fact that most services are based in metro areas, we need to deliver our services in areas such as greater Bendigo,” Mr Ruth said.

A state government grant will fund an expan-

sion of VAC digital support services and, specifically for regional areas, its peer program.

For local sports clubs, ignorance about ice for those vulnerable to drug taking and the people who can support them was a barrier to getting help where it was needed, according to Bendigo District Cricket Association junior coordinator Tony Ryan.

A grant will allow cricket clubs to be included in the rollout of an education plan that is being delivered in football and netball clubs in central Victoria.

Mr Ryan said methamphetamine use was not exclusive to cricket.

“It chooses any sport,

it doesn’t segregate against age, against race, it doesn’t segregate against religion, it chooses you and it is a hideous and horrible thing,” he said.

“You ask and speak to any parent, any child, they have no idea what the ramification of ice use is.

“So one big step forward is primarily education and informing them about what the effect of this drug is.”

Sports Focus is behind the Clubs Taking Control program aimed at clubs, players and volunteers.

“Sporting clubs have been primarily a reflection of the local community and often the glue that holds the community together,” Sports Focus’ Stuart Craig said.

“It is where people congregate on the weekends, it is where they find refuge away from daily lives, they enjoy the emotional and physical activity associated with being in a sporting club.”

Therefore clubs are also a great place to deliver health and drug education.

“There has been an increase of 45 per cent in drug related deaths since 2010 and they are alarming statistics and obviously something needs to be done about it,” Mr Craig said.

“We have never shied away from a fight when it comes to preserving the integrity of sport and we don’t intend to walk away from this one.”

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Haven chief executive Ken Marchingo said that with 20 per cent of the phase two pool of funding, regional areas were getting their share.

“Eight housing associations, about 40 housing providers, and 300 support agencies in Victoria, they are all bidding for this money,” Mr Marchingo said.

“Regions should get eight to 10 per cent, we punch a long way above our weight.”

He said Haven would build housing or buy existing stock in the four regional areas.

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Haven’s Sidney Myer Haven project has moulded support services around tenancy at the Flora Hill complex giving young residents the confidence to move into their home within a set timeframe.

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Rail safety in V/Line’s view CONTINUED trespassing ing with people to avoid along the Bendigo rail cor- taking risks,” Mr Pinder ridor has prompted a safe- said. ty warning from V/Line.

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Across the network, punctuality was up marginally to 84.8 per cent and reliability declined to 97.9 per cent.

“Reliability has reached its highest level in three months and exceeded the 96 per cent target,” Mr Pinder said.

“On-time performance improved across the network but we recognise performance on the Bendigo line has dropped slightly for the month and everyone at V/Line has a role to play in helping us improve the punctuality of our services.”

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Centre discovers potential SCIENCE Week proved a week of innovation and celebration at Discovery Centre Bendigo this week.

The centre scored a $55,000 state government grant to upgrade equipment and held events celebrating all things science throughout this week.

The grant gives some of Bendigo’s brightest young minds the chance to learn about the wonders of the universe, with activities targeted at budding students under six.

Discovery will purchase new audio visual equipment to target new activities and also have new soundproof spaces to help staff

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The grant was announced

by Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards, who said the early years were an important time to start introducing science, technology, engineering and mathematics to children.

It continues Discovery’s resurgence in recent years, and manager Jonathan Ridnell says will allow the centre to expand its programs.

The centre had plenty happening this week and the science week fun continues today and tomorrow.

This afternoon Discovery is hosting the Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Service, inviting families that are new

to Bendigo to experience hands-on interactive science and technology learning.

“Through the week we’ve been working with the LCMS First Step program to introduce young families to their local science and technology centre,” Mr Ridnell said.

“Discovery isn’t necessarily on these family’s radar, so with the support of the Department of Science it’s a pleasure to invite new Bendigonians to the centre.”

Tomorrow night trivia buffs will hit the centre for Discovery’s Science Week trivia extravaganza.

Mr Ridnell said it is one of the major fundraisers for the organisation this year.

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Writers festival triumphs STAGE IS SET: Chloe Shorten, Kirstie Clements, Christopher Lawrence and Fiona Parker.

THE 2017 Bendigo Writers Festival was abuzz with visitors and locals from Thursday evening right through to the end of day on Sunday with high praise from authors, presenters and audiences alike.

Sessions ranged from world issues to emotional and personal stories and concluded with a laugh when Judith Lucy, Denise Scott and Kaz Cook made sure there was a relaxed and happy end to the festival.

This year sessions expanded to neighbouring shires and suburbs with Bryan Dawe interviewed at Maryborough Railway Station,

David George Haskell at Dunolly Courthouse and John Marsden at Eaglehawk’s Star Cinema.

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THE Bendigo Red Cross Emergency Service is on the lookout for volunteers and will be holding sessions next weekend.

There are more than 7000 volunteers across Australia, supporting individuals and communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.

Local volunteer Greg Ralton said they are looking for people to join the team.

“Volunteers need an energetic personality and need to be keen to engage

with the community,” he said.

“They must have the ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of diverse people, and have personal resilience and the ability to self-motivate.

“A flexible schedule, and ability to respond to emergency events is a must and they must be living in the greater Bendigo or Campaspe area.”

Mr Ralton said as a volunteer you will have an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people,

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Council opens door for youth input BENDIGO’S young people are being encouraged to have their say to shape the city as council releases its draft strategy on issues affecting 12-to-24-year-olds.

Council says there are approximately 18,700 young people in the City of Greater Bendigo, which is projected to rise to almost 26,000 in 20 years.

City of Greater Bendigo mayor Margaret O’Rourke said the draft strategy, entitled Explore, Engage, Empower – Young People, was developed in consultation with young people and local support agencies.

The strategy covers a period of four years, with program framework extending to 2021.

The strategy provides opportunities for council to create positive change and address priority issues, engage with young people and offer new experiences including the use of technology, provide leadership opportunities for young people and develop an inclusive community.

“The draft strategy provides a framework to enable the city to understand and respond to a range of priority issues that impact on young people aged 12 to 24,” Cr O’Rourke said.

“It includes a vision, goals, objectives and actions for the city to implement over the next four years in response to the priorities identified by young people.”

Two of the young people involved in the writing of the strategy said they hoped the city and community would establish a greater connection with young people through the strategy.

Ryan Peterson and Kathryn Northill said young people place great importance on being listened to and having a say about important issues in their community.

Council is keen to gain feedback on the draft strategy which is available to view at bendigo.vic.gov.au until September 29, 2017.

planning ahead: Burning off in Golden Square. Photo: Ramon Carey

Fire on the agenda Forest Fire Management officers will be out and about in the area during the next two weeks.

Residents will have the opportunity to ask questions and find out information about planned burning, forest management, and a range of other issues.

Murray Goldfields district manager Paul Bates said the sessions are not only an opportunity for the community to ask us questions.

“They will allow us to tap into local knowledge and provide people with information about the broad range of services we offer and the public land we manage,” Mr Bates said.

“People may like to find out more about fire operations plans, project firefighter recruitment, planned burning, fuel and forest management, firewood, pest plants and animals, and traditional burning.”

The sessions are in Bendigo on Tuesday, August 22 from 4pm to 7pm at Gateway Park Rotary Rooms, 22A High St, Kangaroo Flat and at Maiden Gully IGA, 737 Calder Highway, Maiden Gully on Friday, September 1 from 3pm to 6pm.

Forest Fire Management Victoria welcomes comments about the Fire Operation Plan all year round. Call 136 186 or email: loddonmallee.plannedburning@ delwp.vic.gov.au

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Healthy boost for a cycling classic The inaugural Bendigo Cycling Classic in support of the Otis Foundation and Bendigo Health, will be held on Sunday, October 29.

Bendigo-based cycling coach and former champion rider, Matt Wallace this week discusses the importance of a training program in the lead up to a big ride.

wheel progress: Spring Gully Primary School students Fletcher, Delaney and Jordan. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Activity the goal A LOCAL group is spruiking the benefits of students walking or riding to school, something many local school children miss out on.

The Active Travel Healthy Kids Community Network is presenting a free a workshop to help school communities support their children to walk and ride to school more often.

Network founder Nicola Dunnicliff-Wells said the group recognises Bendigo’s strong driving culture does create barriers to active travel.

“Some parents have concerns about safety; for others it’s a challenge to fit it into the morning routine,” she said.

“This workshop is about dis-

mantling the barriers so that active travel becomes a real option for families – even just once a week.”

The network received a community grant from the City of Greater Bendigo council to engage Tara Watson, a leader in active travel programs for school communities, to deliver the workshop on Monday, August 28.

Ms Watson has worked with principals, parents and students across Victoria for more than 12 years.

“This will be an energetic, practical workshop, that addresses the active travel challenges facing students,” Ms Watson said.

“Participants will take away

easy, practical actions to start in their own schools.”

Spring Gully Primary School has already signed up for the workshop.

Principal Francis Trezise said the school actively encourages students to ride, walk and scoot to school at Spring Gully.

“Anything we can do to reduce car parking congestion around the school is a good thing,” he said.

The free workshop will be held from 4.30pm until 6.30pm Monday, August 28, at St Andrews Hall meeting room, 26 Myers Street, Bendigo.

For more, visit facebook.com/ groups/ActiveTravelHealthyKids

Writing a training program?

There are things to consider…

Design philosophy – most training programs today are designed around the concept of periodisation.

The fastest way for the body to improve at a particular activity is to hit it with waves of stress and recovery. This is periodisation.

Aerobic-based sports quite often use a six-week periodised training cycle.

Program designs often focus on cardio zone training.

Cardio zone training is an extended period of time training at a particular tempo, power or hear rate.

This will force faster adaptation to aerobic-based systems in the body.

You will find a handy chart on training zones in a link I can send you.

Phases in the program. The mind also copes well with a six-week training cycle. Within this cycle, base work will stress the mind, body and its endurance system. Intensity work will train the mind and body to tolerate and metabolise lac-

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Recovery during a six-week cycle will allow the body to grow and repair.

It is important while in a base phase of training to be disciplined enough to avoid most intensity, as this time also allows your body’s intensity systems time to grow and repair.

When the time comes to do intensity, we will reduce the base work and the body’s base systems will repair and grow.

This concept is called phase separation.

Finally, we must consider some off the bike activities to speed up recovery and dedicate some time into our program for these activities. Always write down some instructions on nutrition and stretching in your training template.

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To continue building the new Ravenswood Interchange, we need to close the Calder Alternative Highway (Melbourne-bound) between Bendigo-Maldon Road and the Calder Highway. history in the making: Emma Robertson cal paper, providing an important historical perspective on farm labour,” Dr Robertson said.

“Nicola’s research interests lie in the social and economic history of the British countryside in the 19th and 20th centuries with a focus on agriculture, women farmers and rural standards of living.”

The symposium continues on Saturday and will highlight research into top-

ics such as Chinese herbalists in Bendigo, women’s agricultural labour in interwar Australia and regional rivalries between Australian goldfields cities.

Beyond the Big Smoke history symposium is on Friday and Saturday, August 18 and 19 at the La Trobe Art Institute in View Street, Bendigo. The event is open to the public and free to attend with bookings at ths@ latrobe.edu.au

A signed detour will be in place for drivers travelling towards Melbourne, including all freight vehicles, via Lockwood Road and the Calder Highway.

Plan ahead and allow up to 10 minutes extra travel time.

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RESIDENTS are being invited to step back into the history of regional life at a symposium titled Beyond the Big Smoke.

La Trobe University Bendigo history lecturer Emma Robertson said the public event would outline new approaches to non-metropolitan history being adopted by researchers from Bendigo and beyond.

“Turning our backs on the big cities, we will consider how rural and urban communities in regional areas have important stories to tell about the environment, the economy, gender and urban culture,” Dr Robertson said.

“With contributions from scholars at La Trobe University, the Australian National University, Federation University, Monash University and Sheffield Hallam University in the UK, we will present a range of fresh approaches to nonmetropolitan histories.”

The event begins tonight when visiting academic and author Nicola Verdon of Sheffield Hallam presents a public lecture on the use and abuse of seasonal migrant workers in English agriculture, from the year 1850 to the present day.

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Senator backs the ABC been complaining long and hard will ensure a physical presence by about the lack of services provided the ABC in regional areas, a freby the ABC.” quent delivery of rural and regional Senator McKenzie said resi- content and the representation of dents have had to suffer through an regions it services.

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Its service to regional and rural areas “I am a great in the past has been exceptional supporter of the ABC, its service to regional and rural areas in the past has been ex- and regional services must end ceptional and the allocation of staff along with ABC management’s oband resources to regional areas will vious preference for the major citagain restore that service,” she said. ies,” she said.

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BENDIGO-based Senator Bridget McKenzie has welcomed support from Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Party for the government’s media reforms.

“I appreciate the support for my private members bill that will greatly enhance ABC services to rural and regional areas,” Senator McKenzie said.

“One Nation gave their support on the condition my private members bill inclusions were adopted by the government and presented to the Senate in the government’s Media Reform Bill.”

“This is great news for people who live in regional areas who have

Bendigo Weekly – Friday, August 18, 2017 secure your farm A Farm Security Expo will be in Bendigo next week and gives members of the farming community the chance to come together to discuss a range of issues which commonly affect them.

In the 12 months leading up to March 2017, there were 281 burglaries recorded on farmland or agricultural properties across Victoria.

The Farm Security Expo will be held at Bendigo Stadium on Marong Road, West Bendigo on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 August between 9am and 3pm.

It will be delivered by Victoria Police in partnership with Crime Stoppers, WFI, Bendigo Stadium, Interact Us and the Victorian Farmers Federation.

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Choir all set for the show Rehearsals are in full swing for this year’s Girton Forever Young community rock choir.

To be held at the Ulumbarra Theatre, the concert will feature Mark Seymour, lead singer of Hunters and Collectors.

One of Australia’s most respected musicians, Mark Seymour will sing rock classics as well as newer songs from his solo albums.

The other featured artist is the didgeridoo musician Ron Murray.

Mr Murray has performed for luminaries such as the Dalai Lama, Queen Elizabeth II and with the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra in Peter Sculthorpe’s Requiem Mass.

Choir director and Girton Grammar’s junior school head of music, Laura Dusseljee, said the choir was thrilled that they were sharing the stage with the two music icons.

The choir was established in 2011 by Mrs Dusseljee, and is made up of about 80 senior citi-

of note: Frank Roberts and Laura Dusseljee. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

zens, the youngest being 64 and oldest 96.

The choir sings rock songs of all genres.

They are accompanied by the Girton rock band The Riffs and the Senior String Orchestra.

Mrs Dusseljee said that the theme for this year’s concert was Home.

“As a welcoming community and a diverse choir, we feel as though this year’s theme reflects what is important to both the

choir and to Bendigo,” she said.

The concert will be held on Tuesday, September 19.

Tickets for the annual Forever Young concert are on sale via the Capital by visiting www.thecapital. com.au.

Residents have been called into the waste debate with an opportunity to have their say.

The City of Greater Bendigo council’s waste, organics and recycling collection services are up for discussion, with input via an online survey.

Council’s Craig Lloyd said the findings of the survey will help inform the waste management services review that is currently under way.

“The online survey asks a range of questions and will only take a few minutes to complete,” Mr Lloyd said.

“The survey will provide the council with some very valuable and important information to improve waste management services into the future.

“Waste collection and disposal are matters that affect the entire community and we are very keen to understand the range of needs and views across greater Bendigo.”

Mr Lloyd said by undertaking the survey residents will be able to tell the council what frequency of waste, recycling and organics services they would prefer and if they would like the council to implement a hard waste collection among other things.

Anyone who would like to fill out the survey but is unable to complete it online can contact the council on 5434 6000.

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Name behind every number

THE private’s number was 3791291 and he was killed at the Battle of Coral and Balmoral in 1968 when a piece of shrapnel ricocheted off a tree and smashed into his heart.

Behind every number on every scroll or plaque or memorial there is a boy, and in this case it was Bevan Trimble from Bendigo.

Bevan was a quiet, gentle boy who worked at AW Pulfer Motors in the spare parts division. He was a member of the Rover Scouts and enjoyed the company of his mates. Bevan turned 21 three weeks before he left for Vietnam.

“He didn’t say much to us when he was conscripted, but later his mates told us he was pretty worried alright,” his brother Murray Trimble said.

“On the night the Viet Cong attacked Bevan was operating a howitzer. He was flanked by his mates Tom and Max who were more exposed and logically, more likely to be injured.

“Bevan’s mate Max was injured but requested to stay in Vietnam and work behind the lines.”

Dulcie and Albert, Bevan’s parents, were at home when a soldier, accompanied by a padre, knocked on their door at about 8am.

Dulcie was in the house with Murray. Albert was

working under his car. Murray went out and told Albert he’d better come inside, there was bad news.

Bevan’s other brother Neil heard the news on his car radio as he was driving back from work in Kerang.

Murray said the terrible day passed in a blur.

“Members of the family came to look after mum and dad,” he said.

“They took us over to Fortuna. They brought Bevan home two weeks later where he was buried in the Bendigo cemetery.

“It rained all day. We thought that was about right.

“Mum was sore on the government and the army for taking those kids, bitter because they were conscripted. They both aged quickly after that.”

Murray said that he and his family think more about Bevan as the years pass.

“We think of the life he missed out on. It’s true what they say, ‘They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old...” he said.

“Now the vets get more recognition, but back then they were told to put their uniforms away and forget about them.

“The last time we saw Bevan he was standing on the HMAS Sydney. Mum, her brother and me waved to this small figure up on

SAD MEMORIES: Bevan Trimble was killed in 1968.

the deck. We didn’t know that would be the last time we would see him alive.”

Private Bevan Trimble is one of six soldiers whose name is on a new plaque created to honour Bendigo soldiers who were killed in the Vietnam War.

TERRIBLE DAY: Murray Trimble. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN The other soldiers are privates A Brown, L Brown, J Doherty, P Reidy and D Thomas. Vietnam Veterans Day is commemorated on August 18 every year.

This year’s service is to be held today at 11am on the south lawn of the Soldiers Memorial Hall in

Pall Mall.

Murray said 2018 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Coral and Balmoral, which lasted for 25 days and took the lives of 26 Australian soldiers.

“We hope something special can be done to honour the boys,” he said.

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Champion backs Thunder ONE of the true champions of women’s football, Susan Alberti, will be in Bendigo next week for the Bendigo Thunder’s annual luncheon.

Dr Alberti has long been an advocate for female football and is a Western Bulldogs board member.

She has had an association with the Thunder spanning several years, attending past functions.

The club this year fielded a second side for the first time and has about 50 players on its list.

Federal Bendigo MP Lisa Chesters, the club’s number one ticket holder, is hosting

advocate: Susan Alberti. the lunch at the Exchange.

“The Bendigo Thunder seniors and reserves have had a cracker of a season and this lunch is a chance to celebrate their amazing success on and

off the field ” Ms Chesters said.

“It is really important we as a city get behind the Bendigo Thunder. This team is a real asset to our city and I am very proud to be a part of it.

“Women’s footy is getting bigger and better every year and this is a really good opportunity for people who are not yet involved to jump on board with Bendigo’s only senior women’s football team.”

The lunch is on Wednesday, August 23, from noon to 1.30pm. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at trybooking.com/qkuz

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Learning the ins and outs of mobility scooters, along with some practical training, are part of a mobility scooter education program being offered by Bendigo Health.

The program was developed by Bendigo Health Community Allied Health Services’ occupational therapists to assist people to become familiar with their new set of wheels.

The two-hour program includes information outlining scooter availabil-

ity, the role of occupational therapy, funding options, legislation, scooter maintenance, insurance and safety recommendations before participants have the opportunity to try scooters for themselves with a practical session.

Bendigo Health’s Diana Antoniazzi said scooter training has been popular with previous education sessions taking place in Bendigo and sessions also in Heathcote and Kyabram.

“There are limited train-

ing options for scooter users available,” Ms Antoniazzi said.

“This training not only provides valuable information, but allows participants to try a scooter and a demonstration of the basic features.

“Training is offered to people who are awaiting onroad scooter assessments, may have already purchased a mobility scooter or are long-term mobility scooter users wishing to refresh their driving skills.”

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Celebrating 30 years WILLS Street Eyecare is celebrating 30 years of providing quality eyecare to the Bendigo region.

Optometrists, Mark Letts and Kirily Bowen, attribute the success of their practice to the loyalty of patients and allied health practitioners along with the dedication of their team in providing caring and genuine eye care and spectacle dispensing.

Mark originally joined the already established practice in 1991, practicing from 21 Wills Street for many years.

Kirily joined the practice 10 years later, before the business moved to their present location on the corner of Wills and Arthur Streets.

Mark and Kirily are assisted by University of Melbourne optometry graduate, Hayden Merrett, along with a professional team of six dispensing staff.

“We focus on providing thorough eye examinations and take the time to talk through your need for glasses, contact lenses, or even treatment for an eye condition,” Mark said.

With an advanced suite of testing equipment and many years of combined experience, the optometry team offers comprehensive care for all ages.

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Looking better In recent years, frames have emerged as a fashion accessory.

Wills Street Eyecare’s frames are sourced independently, enabling complete freedom over the style and quality of their range.

Frames are individually selected, and often sourced directly for individual patients as dispensing staff understand the need for a blend of style and comfort, while advising on the suitability of frames to carry a particular lens prescription.

They are experts at frame repairs, adjustments and lens options for tinting and coatings.

For women, Wills Street Eyecare carry a boutique range of frames from some of the finest spectacle makers, including spectacle brands; Face a Face, Caroline Abrams, Seraphin, Koali, Prodesign, Brendel and Silhouette.

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Style and workmanship are characteristic of the men’s range with a selection from Titanflex, Oga, Seiko, Boss, Adidas and Porsche Design.

Men’s frames can also include an injection of colour and flair with newer brands Neubau and Seraphin keeping the choice wide.

An important need for low cost eyewear is in the practice’s Package Glasses – starting at $149 for a complete set of single vision glasses.

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A view to the future WILLS Street Eyecare’s three optometrists are passionate about eye health and spend many hours studying the latest developments in vision science, eye diseases and treatments.

Special interests include emergency eye care, eye disease and children’s vision.

All have therapeutic endorsement, allowing them to prescribe eye drops for a variety of eye conditions.

“Working in a practice of this nature has been a great experience,” Hayden said. Hayden first practiced at Wills Street Eyecare as a final year student when at university.

“We are the first port-of-call for many

people with acute vision loss, sore eyes or eye injuries, allowing them same day care and either reassurance, treatment or referral for care with our local ophthalmologists.”

Mark and Kirily believe in sharing their knowledge with younger generations of optometrists and continue to learn from the teaching experience.

They have also been involved in the improvement of the profession, with Mark serving as Chairman of the Victorian College of Optometry (now Australian College of Optometry) for some years, and Kirily formerly serving on the Board of Optometry Victoria.

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A FAMILIAR face to patients of Wills Street Eyecare is Kerry Rees, who has been with the practice for 20 years.

“Optometry has changed a lot over the years,” Kery said, “I love the challenge of staying up-to-date with frames, technology and the administration of such a busy practice.”

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encourage career development for all their team, with ongoing training across all facets of their practice including everyday dispensing skills and business and emotional intelligence development.

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MARK and Kirily have seen many of their patients grow from infancy to adulthood in their time at Wills Street Eyecare, an experience they list as one of the highlights of optometry practice.

“It is so rewarding to witness the change you can make to a child, simply through treating an eye problem,” Kirily said. “When they learn to see properly, they can succeed at school, sport and life.”

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PERKY: Don, Tex and Charlie.

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OR Tex, Don and Charlie, the motivation for their third album in 24 years came from performing together on stage in the intervening years...

Don Walker for only one song per set and singing through the phone.

On August 26, the band described commonly as an Australian supergroup and comprising Walker of Cold Chisel, Tex Perkins of The Cruel Sea and Beasts of Bourbon and guitarist Charlie Owen also of Beasts, play live at Ulumbarra Theatre the songs of their 2017 album You Don’t Know Lonely.

This time around, Walker will be on stage.

“Don sounds great down the phone line, he sounds like he is straight from the 1920s,” Perkins says, recounting the story of the performing idiosyncrasy he and Owens cultivated while touring as a duo about three years ago.

The song was Redheads, Goldcards and Long, Black Limousines which Walker wrote for the trio’s first album Sad But True.

“Charlie played the opening chords and the crowd applauded and it was one of those recognition applauses,” Perkins said.

“And I thought, recognition applause, I should tell Don Walker about this, and I realised I had my phone in my pocket.

“So I was standing there on stage with Charlie still playing the opening chords to the song, I get Don on

the phone and I tell him about the response and then we start doing a down-the-line live duet, I hold the phone up to the microphone and remarkably, it worked.

“It became a little tradition, and for a while I was just calling him unexpectedly until the time he didn’t answer.

“After that, I would start warning him I would call.”

The irregularity of their collaboration means Tex, Don and Charlie rejoice in rekindling their particular musical style of storytelling rather than seek to change the sound.

“If we had been together as a band for all those 24 years, we might have tried all sorts of experiments with our sound, probably would have been a reggae album in their somewhere,” Perkins joked.

“But we return to it every 12 years so we basically want to go back to that familiar territory and I think our audience wants that too.”

Familiar territory is a mix of blues and country, enhanced by the pedal steel contributed by Garrett Costigan, Perkins’ bracing yet warm vocals, Walker’s masterful piano and Owen’s guitar work that shows the maturity of his long career.

While he basks in the music, Perkins is reluctant to categorise it.

“It is country sometimes, I have found we have the instrumentation of country but a lot of it isn’t country at all,” he said.

“Don’s songs, certainly they might have slide guitar and pedal steel and acoustic guitar and things like that.

“Certainly they are hard to define which I think is a great thing.

“I probably write in a little more traditional recognisable form like folk and country when I write for Tex, Don and Charlie but Don’s songs are written on piano and they stand alone.”

There is also a sense of consistency in the band’s recording technique.

“The similarity is that we record live, as much as possible goes down at the same time,” Perkins said.

“Certainly there are over dumps but as much as possible goes down together, the drums, piano, bass and guitar all have to go down.

“All Don’s songs, the vocals and done live too, because we record with an upright piano and the vocal mic and the piano mic bleed into each other.

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AILING from regional Victoria but dreaming of central Tennessee comes Georgia State Line, led by Bendigo-born Georgia Delves, with their latest EP Heaven Knows.

Praised as one of Australia’s best upand-coming country/Americana acts by none other than country royalty Bill Chambers, the seasoned six-piece of ole twang-loving musicians are set to wrap up their Heaven Knows EP tour with a hometown show at Bendigo’s Old Church on the Hill this Saturday.

The tour has taken the band across Victorian towns far and wide and has seen them play with renowned country greats Tracy McNeil and The Goodlife, and Freya Josephine Hollick.

The Heaven Knows EP takes influences from Emmylou Harris, Andrew Combs and Barna Howard to name but a few, with the result seeing Georgia State Line sit seamlessly among them as if they were plucked straight out of the United States.

Their live show is one not to be missed.

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“Also on this album, similar to the original Tex, Don and Charlie album in 1993, we recorded on multi-track tap.

“It is kind of an archaic practice which I guess has some tonal quality advantages but geez it is boring waiting for tape to rewind.

“We have done it very old school this time.”

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ON THE HILL: Georgia Delves.

The Georgia State Line Heaven Knows EP launch is on Saturday, August 19 at the Old Church On The Hill with supports from William Alexander and Cat Canteri. Doors open from 6.30pm. $15 on the door.

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MID the chaos of a reported late-night mass shooting, with fire alarms squealing and campus security personnel preoccupied, Princeton University loses one of its most valuable assets: the original handwritten manuscripts of four of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s most famous stories, spirited away from the Firestone Library’s supposedly impenetrable vault.

Although able to make their initial escape with the bounty intact, the perpetrators – a loose gang of five smooth but relatively inexperienced conmen aiming well beyond their competence level – quickly lose control of the situation.

As the group breaks apart, the manuscripts are sold, then sold again. Both the FBI and Princeton’s insurer are in pursuit, yet the trail falls cold.

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Meanwhile, on Camino Island, a coastal holiday enclave in northern Florida, life crawls along comfortably for bookseller Bruce Cable, a middle-aged bohemian playboy whose penchant for female authors is legendary. Could Cable – a man with a passion for antique first editions – know more than he’s admitting about the priceless loot?

Elaine Shelby certainly thinks so. Insurance investigator Shelby is adamant Cable is harbouring the manuscripts and in an attempt to entrap the book trader devises a plan to send in an undercover operative.

Her choice is attractive young writer Mercer Mann, a novelist with one acclaimed title already to her credit. Mann’s teaching position has just evaporated, leaving her unexpectedly unemployed and deeply in

debt. When Shelby promises a hefty six-figure payment for six months’ work, she is won over.

Mann has the perfect cover: as a child she spent summers on the island with her grandmother, a prominent community member, so her reappearance on Camino is unlikely to spook a guilty Cable into disposing of any illicit items before the authorities can strike.

Yet, there remains no hard evidence of the Fitzgerald papers’ whereabouts. Are Shelby and Mann pursuing a dead end?

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V I E W P O I N T opinion letters

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Uniform approach For many years there has been a push to redefine marriage to include unions other than one man and one woman to the exclusion of all others.

The discussion has often become emotional and sometimes disrespectful on both sides of the debate.

The Catholic Church’s concern is first and foremost the wellbeing of all people.

While our definition and teaching on marriage is well known, indeed our view has been clearly defined for almost 2000 years, our view is that each person, regardless of their ethnicity, creed, gender, sexuality, age or ability is worthy of dignity and respect.

As the secular society seeks to answer the question as to whether it redefines marriage, I pray that we treat each other with respect and not resort to emotive or insulting language or behaviour.

I believe this is the best way forward for society to hold a meaningful and fruitful discussion.

By restricting ourselves to emotional arguments, we ignore exploring the deeper effects of changing the definition and restrict ourselves to a superficial level of debate.

For a detailed explanation of the Catholic Church’s view on marriage and why we believe the current definition should remain, read the Pastoral Letter “Don’t Mess with Marriage” available on the Sandhurst Diocese website at: www.sandhurst.catholic.org. au/sandpiper/DMM Bishop Les Tomlinson, Bishop of Sandhurst

In short, ratios save lives in Victorian public hospitals. So, what happens in Victorian private hospitals?

Legislation for private hospital minimum nurse staffing was removed from the Health Services Act by the Kennett state government during the 1990s.

The 1:4 nurse/patient legislation applies only to public hospitals in Victoria.

This means that, as a patient on a private hospital general medical or surgical ward, you may not benefit from the public hospital best practice 1:4 ratio.

You may, in fact, be one of up to 10 patients for whom only one registered nurse, with the assistance of an enrolled nurse or an assistant in nursing, is responsible.

A registered nurse is, as a minimum, degree-qualified. An enrolled nurse is TAFE diploma qualified, and an assistant in nursing is a certificate qualified personal carer.

As a patient in hospital, the level of skill and training of those caring for you may not always be immediately apparent, but in a public hospital you can be assured that you will be under the direct care of a degreequalified RN at most times.

Many people pay a premium for private health insurance expecting to receive premium care within the private hospital system.

When considering your options regarding hospital care, it is not unreasonable to make enquiries as to the particular nursing ratio and skillmix you can expect as an inpatient.

Michelle Goldsmith, RN Eaglehawk

Private ratios not fixed

Divide and conquer

In 2015 the Victorian arliament passed the Victorian Safe Patient Care Act which enshrines in legislation nurse/patient ratios in our public acute care hospitals, legally mandating a minimum number of qualified nurses on each shift to ensure the safest quality of care for every patient in the public health system.

The 1:4 ratio is the minimum nurse to patient ratio on an acute medical or surgical ward in a public hospital on morning and afternoon shifts.

On a 20-bed ward this means that a minimum of five nurses, plus the nurse in charge are rostered to work on both shifts, with the charge nurse having the flexibility to allocate nursing staff to patients based upon patients’ acuity.

Detailed empirical evidence tells us that the number of patients allocated to a nurse on a shift is directly related to patient safety and mortality, and the quality of care they receive.

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As if we have not enough problems in Australia, the LNP, not satisfied with dividing the country over their unfair treatment of ordinary people compared to the top, are now going to attempt to go the whole hog, and completely divide the country with this “mickey mouse,” non binding, non compulsory postal vote, courtesy of the Australian record holder of broken promises Tony Abbott, with claims of restriction of religious freedom.

Given the religious rhetoric that is gradually being introduced by the political right of the Liberal party, surely he is not seriously expecting us to believe that this waste of time and money postal vote is going to do anything other than create one hell of a dust up in the community.

Is this what he wants? Divide and conquer.

Most law abiding peopleS have NEW others no problem accepting what choose to believe, all I would say is,

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hasn’t religious interference caused enough trouble throughout the world for centuries already?

This decision by the LNP is totally irresponsible, completely exposing their lack of respect for all Australians, and is going to cause irreparable damage far longer than this wasted charade, or a vote in parliament.

Ken Price, Eaglehawk

Name the pool after Faith I read with disappointment that council would not endorse the naming of the new aquatic centre at Kangaroo Flat after our famous citizen Faith Leech.

Faith was not only Bendigo’s Olympic gold medalist but she had many more qualities.

She was a highly successful business women running Leech’s Jewellery shop in the Hargreaves Mall.

She was instrumental in coaching many young swimmers at the Bendigo Swimming Club.

She assisted young people with disabilities by teaching them aquatic sports.

She was also the first woman to be admitted to the Bendigo Sports Star Hall of Fame, and the Sports Star Inspiration Award is named in her honour.

Surely this wonderful lady deserved to be recognised by all Bendigonians by naming our new facility the Faith Leech Aquatic Centre.

Robert Cook, Bendigo

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Festival a winner The Writer’s festival organisers should be congratulated for a very enlightening event and the diverse views expressed by the participants.

I for one spent all day on Sunday listening to opinions from 18c and me, The ethics of Euthanasia and The Moral Tightrope.

The Moral Tightrope was around the history of ethics and the moral tightrope concerning the social needs and political desires in relation to religious thought.

And of particular interest in relation to the debate on same sex marriage and the proposition to legislate euthanasia law in Victoria.

I found it interesting to read the letter from Helen Leach who is concerned that the real issue at stake with same sex marriage legislation is the lack of protection for basic rights of freedom of religion, speech and conscience, and that nothing should be done until this S risk NEWto basic human rights is resolved.

In my opinion we need a Bill of Rights as our constitution does not protect free speech. But I disagree with her assumption that allowing people of different views or needs is an attack on human rights, it is defending human rights and not an attack on freedom of speech and conscience.

LOCAL Helen Leach has every right to voice her opinion and to be given media oxygen, as have others with a different view point.

What concerns me is that we

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should not be dragged into legislating to enshrine morality. We need rational answers to the social and political questions of our day, not rhetoric based on old history.

Bill Collier, Golden Square

Belief in a fair go After only a week the civil and respectful debate on marriage equality is dead and publicly decomposing , but a fresh apology to Australian politicians and the public for faith-based hatred is gaining momentum.

We, the last officers in a dying institution are counting the cost not just of a plebiscite, but of abandoning traditional values at the expense of our community.

Traditional values of a fair go have been sacrificed by adherence to a social navigation system well past is its use-by date.

The church has tragically backed the wrong horse on science, slavery, apartheid, votes for women, treatment of indigenous peoples, investigation of abuse and now with miraculous resilience placing all its bets against marriage equality, carrying itself from the field and bankrupting its social credit rating.

The good news is that conservative Christian voices have no more traction in spiritual communities than fanatics of other faiths who drive ancient agendas into the lives of unsuspecting individuals.

The Venerable Peter MacLeod-Miller Archdeacon of Albury and the Hume

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Time for Faith THE City of Greater Bendigo council finds itself in a pickle over the decision to provisionally name Bendigo’s much-anticipated indoor aquatic and wellbeing centre the Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre.

One of the difficulties governments of all persuasions face is that no matter how hard you try, you cannot be all things to all people, and maybe the city is in this instance guilty of trying too hard to do the correct thing, while a more obvious and better solution is relegated to a secondary choice.

Quite simply, there is no more appropriate name for a swimming pool complex, or greater way to honour our only home grown gold medal Olympian, than to name the facility in her name.

We have no problem with acknowledgement, affirmation, recognition, reconciliation or paying homage to our region’s indigenous heritage, but the opportunity needs to be the right fit.

By all means, when the right opportunity arises to acknowledge our region’s traditional owners and their indigenous heritage, seize the moment and go for it. But this isn’t it.

Naming the $31 million complex at Kangaroo Flat is about acknowledging we’re building first

Editorial Comment and foremost, a couple of indoor pools and associated amenities for the community.

Taxpayers, ratepayers and donors are essentially funding an aquatic facility with some associated allied health and community facilities, and the link between Bendigo’s greatest Olympian and the sport of swimming is obvious.

As a proud member of the allconquering women’s 4 x 100 metre freestyle relay team, that also set a world record back in 1956, Faith Leech remains this city’s only Olympic gold medallist.

The heritage link between Faith Leech’s accomplishments as an athlete cannot be overlooked, and the building under construction right now on Browning Street, Kangaroo Flat provides a superb opportunity to harness those links and capitalise on them.

It’s difficult to imagine a better chance to do this, and to do it right.

At a time when issues of obesity, heart disease, diabetes and general poor health have never been more prevalent in our community, this is

an opportunity to acknowledge our greatest athlete and the inspiration she remains, And in doing so, to hopefully inspire more people to get active and to look to emulate Faith Leech and her incredible achievements.

Let’s not seize the moment for the wrong reasons.

Again, this is primarily a swimming pool and health complex, arguably the best outside a capital city in Australia, and something we should all be extremely proud of.

And while the council’s preferred option will now go to the community for its chance to have a say as part of a consultation program, it’s important all sides of the issue maintain respect and understanding what council is trying to achieve.

Let’s not let the issue divide us, but a healthy debate and education and awareness campaign can only be of benefit to the entire community.

As a suggestion, maybe, we should consider creating the Gurri Wanyarra precinct, or rename that portion of Browning Street between High Street and Mackenzie Street West, Gurri Wanyarra Way. It’s wonderful our council recognises the importance of this opporPossibility tunity, but it’s more important that Capability we get it right.

Independence

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By LISA CHESTERS Federal Member for Bendigo

MARRIAGE equality is important, and it matters.

It’s not the biggest challenge Australia faces – and it’s not something that requires, a three-month campaign and $122 million optional survey.

I know that many in our community are shocked and disappointed that we are being forced to go through this process.

Our federal parliament could vote on this issue tomorrow if Malcolm Turnbull allowed us to.

Just as we do on national security, on Medicare, on education, on the matters that touch the lives of every citizen of our nation.

I strongly believe that Bendigo and central Victo-

rian constituents just want the parliament to get on with marriage equality – they want their parliamentarians to do the job they were elected to do.

However, if we have to vote, we should vote yes.

We are now at a stage where the vast majority of Australians – more than

is personal. Who you love and who you may choose to marry is personal.

This postal survey is expensive, unnecessary and divisive. It places unfair pressures on one group of Australians to justify their relationships.

I understand the sense of frustration LGBTIQ

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But we cannot allow this survey to be used as an excuse to attack LGBTIQ people, their families and their children.

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It has become a very personal debate for so many, because this issue

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HE Bendigo Theatre Company is looking further than its on-stage productions with a pair of programs.

A writers workshop for 10-minute plays and a choir are being introduced by the group, which is aiming to develop a host of skills among its cohort.

The writers workshop is part of the TenX10 program, which is in its third year.

It sees people write a 10-minute play with the aim of getting them having a go at writing for stage.

All of the submitted plays are evaluated by an independent assessor and the successful pieces will be presented during April 2018.

All plays submitted are to be original works of not more than 10 performance minutes in length.

The group is also introducing a choir, to give people who love to sing an outlet when not preparing for or performing in a production.

The choir’s first gathering was on Wednesday, but the BTC choir will meet weekly at the same day, time and place, between 5.30pm and 6.30pm at the Arts Shed located at 15 Allingham Street, Golden Square.

The writers workshop is being held at the Bendigo library on Thursday, August 24 between 7pm and 9pm.

For more information or to become a member visit the BTC website at www.bendigotheatrecompany.org

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YRON Bay singer-songwriter Pete Murray is performing at Ulumbarra Theatre on Wednesday.

It’s part of a tour for his sixth studio album Camacho.

Murray has more than one million album sales to his name, and is the quiet achiever of Australian music.

Determined to shake things up and find a fresh sound for the album, Murray explored different writing and recording techniques.

“My main goal was to work with loops and beats and to have a cool drum sound,” he said.

“There was only one guy that I was interested in mixing this album and that was Eric J Dubowsky.

“He was starting to do a lot of phat, warm sounds and I really wanted this flavour of

mixing on my album.”

Murray said he wanted to take his time and get it right.

“So many times in the past I have jumped into a studio for four to six weeks and recorded an album,” he said.

“Once the recording time is over, so is the album. With Camacho there was no rush, it was going to be finished when it was finished.”

Murray is enthusiastic about the tour.

“I’m taking the full band on the road. I’m also really excited about playing the new music for the first time and can’t wait to get out there and see the crowd’s reaction in Bendigo,” he said.

Pete Murray plays the Ulumbarra Theatre on Wednesday, August 23.

Tickets from 5434 6100 or via gotix@bendigo.vic.gov.au

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Lambs chop

A new take on the story of the Kellys

Steve tackles a mixed bag in a busy week

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OT one yarn bomber came to see me at the Bendigo Writers Festival.

Despite my polite offer I was left high and dry.

Their work was there, but no bombers.

Anyway, I was busy at times so I may not have been able to say much.

The festival itself was a joy, and I got to interview journo Tony Jones and meet his partner, fellow journo Sarah Ferguson.

It’s a friendly and informing event, and I immersed myself in books and writers.

Though there was a lot of sitting down, it was a tiring weekend.

Congratulations to all involved, and roll on festival 2018.

Back to the real world for me, and life with the lambs has calmed.

Goodness knows how many we have, everywhere you look there is a fluffy bundle of lambness.

It’s marking this weekend,

so by Monday the lambs will have tags on their ears and they will have rubber rings on their tails, the tails will drop off eventually, and the male lambs have rubber rings on other parts of the body, which will also drop off.

Ouch.

It’s all part of the joys of raising sheep for sale.

It’s a bit of a brutal game all in all, and I am lucky to have a vet on hand to do all of the hard work, but to be honest, this year the ewes did a grand job on their own.

I now have a new hatred for crows, but a greater understanding of sheep production.

You live and learn.

Have you followed the citizenship thing with the pollies?

It is now total farce, and once again the overpaid mob are squabbling about something instead of getting on with running the country for us.

It’s a joke, and on top of the ridiculous government opting for a postal survey on same sex marriage, it really makes me wonder if we need to clear them all out to start again.

They are paid to make the call, the marriage act is part of government business,

but they throw it out to the general public with the added sting of us having to pay for it to the tune of $122 million.

The survey is not even binding, the result could be thrown out, so why bother?

Of course, all of this could be academic as North Korea postures and the USA postures with their bombs.

It could all go terribly wrong, and the postal survey could be the least of our worries.

I’ll be back next week, all being well.

Happy days.

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ARCOURT artist Janet Goodchild-Cuffley has literally made a splash at Arts Space Wodonga with her latest exhibition.

Furious Riding: The Kelly Women Narratives, challenges the usual male-only perspective of the Ned Kelly story. The works in the 26 paintings place women in the forefront of the narrative.

They also reference Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly series of 1946-47 in format. While Nolan painted the Death of Sergeant Kennedy at Stringybark Creek, Goodchild-Cuffley told of intense grief in The Widow Kennedy.

The paintings in this series are bold and vibrant and some times, poignant.

Researching the siege of Glenrowan Janet said she was staggered to learn how many women and children and men were inside the Glenrowan Inn when the

shooting between police and the Kelly Gang started.

Narrative is also to the fore in Janet’s previous exhibition, The Maria Roberts Series, which has a colonial Australian theme.

The works allude to the issues surrounding invasion and colonisation, while clearly expressing the separation and dislocation experienced

by Australia’s convict women.

Janet has concluded early male historians have neglected the lives of colonial women.

Furious Riding: The Kelly Women Narratives will be held at Art Space Wodonga until Saturday, August 26.

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Water mattered I

HAVE mentioned the keenness with which Herbert Keck had used irrigation in developing his orchard, horticultural and nursery activities on his site.

The Bendigo business prospered under the drive and initiative that Herbert took, however he was also a great exponent of irrigation development in other areas which were much closer to water sources such as rivers.

In 1911 Keck purchased Murray Flats at Barham, the rich soil combined with water from the Murray River made this a really great investment.

Keck grew oranges supplying the young trees from his own nursery, these would take only four years to bear good crops.

He was undoubtedly inspired by the successful citrus growers at Murrabit, who had bought their trees from him.

Four years later Keck’s farm at Barham was one of the standouts for tomato and fruit and vegetable growing along with those of Wah Hop and WR Forbes, they freighting their produce to Melbourne.

In 1912 Keck was elected to become a member of the local Settlers’ and Farmers’ Association.

He urged the premier to make good on his promise to establish a central market for fresh produce at South Melbourne.

Before 1907 Keck was already regularly involved with the agricultural promotion and development of the Kerang district.

His expertise was sought in respect of what trees to select, and many other allied agricultural subjects.

In the same year he was elected by the local farmers to be director for the Conference Exhibition of District Products, to be open to the public for three days.

The local drill hall was almost bursting with people to view this exhibition, it was a resounding success and all praise was heaped on Keck.

This exhibition had been supported by the Australian Natives Association. Other ANA branches from Murrabit, Barham, Koondrook, Tresco and of course Kerang itself.

Keck was always at meetings promoting intensive farming by using irrigation, on occasion he was in the company of William

WATER WISE: James Heirs McColl.

Benjamin Chaffey.

Chaffey was born in Ontario, Canada in 1856, moving with his family in 1878 to California where they were heavily involved in irrigation using cement pipes for water distribution.

Alfred Deakin visited California in a private capacity in 1885 and was enthused with what the Chaffey family had done for intensive agriculture.

At their own initiative the Chaffey brothers came to Victoria and looked at the land along the Murray River near Mildura and proposed to spend £300,000 over three years if the government granted them a very sizeable area of land to develop.

As Victoria was weighing up this idea the South Australian Government was prepared to grant a similar area at Renmark.

Eventually both sites were developed.

Not all went smoothly, there were many disappointed settlers with rancour towards the Chaffey brothers, but in time the two areas became flourishingly productive for fruit and vine growing.

James Heirs McColl’s name was mentioned in the same breath in the irrigation areas along with those of Chaffey and Keck.

McColl was born in 1844 and arrived with his family in Melbourne in 1853, four years later he was working in a store in Bendigo.

He did an apprenticeship at Horwood’s foundry, and in 1873 became a mining legal manager here in Bendigo before entering parliament.

McColl was elected the member for Gunbower and like his late father Hugh, took on the mantle of promoting irrigation.

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EXT Saturday, August 26 sees two exciting, but hugely contrasting, gigs in Bendigo.

Melbourne rock threepiece Khan are in town at MusicMan to promote Break Off Your Shells, the first single off their forthcoming debut album.

They’ve had a busy 18 months or so, which has seen them release three EPs, On Silent Space, Ecstasy, and Enstasy, and tour extensively.

The new single marks a quite distinct musical shift from their alt-rock-grunge sound to a more psychedelicstoner-prog sound – a sound closer to their live performances.

Khan, live, are really something special – intense, driving, almost relentless psychedelic hard rock. It’s a hippy-ish sound underneath everything, gone decidedly heavy.

Khan comprises Josh Bills (vocals, guitar), Mitchell Kerr (bass, backing vocals), and Beau Heffernan (drums).

Expect big things of them in the future.

They share the bill with five other bands – notably Jack Harlon and The Dead Crows. The two bands have played a number of gigs

KHAN together; their sounds complementing each other perfectly.

Now based in Melbourne, but with central Victorian origins, Jack Harlon and The Dead Crows have one selftitled EP under their belts so far, and a single, Witchcraft.

Sonic Moon, Murphy, and two Bendigo outfits, Lowpoint, and Tusk complete the line-up.

Doors at 7pm at MusicMan, Saturday, August, 26.

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UST a kilometre or so away on the same night, the inimitable Lily and King make a welcome return to Bendigo at the Golden Vine.

Quirky only goes partway to describing this fun, multitalented duo – who happen to include a toy piano among their arsenal of instruments.

Lily and King have been charming Bendigo audiences for several years with their offbeat and highly entertaining gigs.

Citing influences as diverse as Billie Holiday and The Pogues, Lily and King put on a toe-tappingly catchy show; their music sitting somewhere between a 1940s nightclub routine and carefree, bohemian buskers.

They’re in turn lighthearted, yet provocative, folky and bluesy, and earthy.

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Social Dance: Greater Bendigo Danceland, 8pm - 11pm, St Andrew’s Uniting Church Hall, Myers St. Supper, lucky door, raffle. $8 pp. Details: 5447 9783.

Tranquillity Zone: Listen to words of wisdom from some of the world’s spiritual traditions. The Bendigo Interfaith Council, activity room of the Bendigo library from 3.15pm 4.30pm. Details: 5400 2922.

Dance: Spring Gully Hall, 8pm - midnight. Enjoy Scott and Lindsay’s farewell performance. Good program and home cooked supper.

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They give off the air of an outfit pieced together from a garage sale, but are in fact well-drilled, polished live performers.

Lily Sutton sits up front, with lead vocal responsibilities – her voice a lilting mix of the seductive and mischievous.

She also contributes trombone, trumpet, tuba, percussion and the aforementioned toy piano duties.

Tony King keeps everything on track on drums, guitars and additional vocals.

The Melbourne-based duo have earned praise and won fans across Australia since forming in 2005.

Their albums include Medication, and the recent Bless This Life – produced by ARIA award winning guitarist Matt Walker.

Fans can expect a show based largely around the new album, with older favourites such as Drinking Song, and Here Come the Germans likely to feature.

Support comes in the form of popular old-time blues-folk outfit, Alawishus Jones and the Outright Lies.

Doors at 8pm at the Golden Vine, Saturday, August 26.

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Trivia night: Join the fun as well as supporting the Bendigo Discovery Centre, 7 Railway Place, Bendigo from 7pm. $20, includes supper, drinks at bar prices.

Bendigo Family History Group: 2pm in the large meeting room at the Goldfields Library, Hargreaves Street. Topic is Irish records in 2017.

Morning coffee: Hosted by Bethlehem ladies auxiliary.

The Rising Sun Hotel. 10am. $5. Raffles and lucky door prizes Sunday, August 20 Bendigo and Central Goldfields Bush Poets: Newmarket Hotel. Bendigo, free concert. 1pm - 4pm. Meals from noon. 5441 5121.

Film: Pre-release Screening of An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth

to Power. Bendigo Cinemas, 4.30pm. $15 adults, $10 Bendigo Sustainability Group members. $10 Under 15.

Details: 0408 584 959.

Tuesday, August 22 Probus Club of White Hills meeting: 10am - noon. Followed by morning tea. Guest speaker Annette Delaney speaking of her many years of involvement with the Sri Lankan community.

Wednesday, August 23 Voice, Interest, Education for Women: Kangaroo Flat Sports Club. $22 for dinner plus tea or coffee 6.30pm for a 7pm start.

Thursday, August 24 Old Time Dance: Eaglehawk Senior Citizens Hall, Darling Street. Eaglehawk. 8pm 11pm. $5. Details: 5442 1815.

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awareness Week AUGUST 20-26

Long term exposure to excessive noise together with an ageing population will lead to an increasing problem

Your hearing is fragile and precious H

earing Awareness Week focuses on the fragility of hearing health and ways to protect it while attempting to eliminate the stigma, isolation and the associated health issues to improve the overall quality of life for people with a hearing disability.

One in six Australians is affected by hearing loss – that’s an estimated 3.5 million people.

Often described as the invisible disability as hearing aids tend not to be obvious and also because those affected are often isolated through lack of access to communications.

Recent technical advances can make a positive difference to the hearing impaired in the way they can communicate and socialise, but communication can still be exhausting even with a hearing aid or cochlear implant.

The hearing impaired often wait for years before seeking help for their hearing loss.

They ignore the signs, which include turning the television or stereo up so loud that others complain, frequently needing to ask others to repeat themselves and not being able to hear properly on the telephone.

The number of Australians who are hearing impaired or deaf is increasing because of long-term exposure to excessive noise in the workplace, the environment and a result of an ageing population.

Hearing loss is projected to increase to one in four Australians by 2050.

A recent, comprehensive study found the effects of untreated hearing loss on adults and their families, impacts on their overall social, emotional, psychological and physical well being.

People with hearing impairment can experience; embarrassment, loss of confidence, depression, feeling of being ignored, dependence on others, exclusion from social activities and tiredness.

Other people, such as family members and close friends, may find themselves talking for the other person, continually having to explain or interpret, sacrificing social activities and feeling frustrated and embarrassed.

It is hoped Hearing Awareness Week will help further raise awareness of unmanaged hearing loss throughout the community, including aged care facilities, where hearing loss can be confused with dementia. www.hearingawarenessweek.org.au

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“I have had trouble hearing for a long time,” Rosalyn said.

“Twelve years ago I was fitted with hearing aids and they were terrible.

“They were uncomfortable and too loud so I decided not to wear them and put them away in the cupboard.”

Earlier this year the doctor advised Rosalyn to undergo further hearing tests as she was finding it extremely difficult to follow general conversations.

Rosalyn contacted the Eaglehawk Hearing Clinic who referred her for the Office of Hearing Services program.

“I was very impressed by the team at Eaglehawk Hearing Clinic and Cheryle the clinician who recommended hearing aids, which were fully subsidised,” Rosalyn said.

“What a difference they have made to my life.”

Rosalyn’s husband Arthur had also been issued with a voucher and has undergone a full no-cost hearing assessment. “ We both now have been fitted and cannot believe how much easier and clearer we are able to hear without having to concentrate, we had no idea just how much we were missing out in conversation.”

If you or any family member can relate to any of the aforementioned issues, Rosalyn and Arthur recommend you contact Eaglehawk Hearing Clinic to improve your hearing and wellbeing.

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awareness Week AUGUST 20-26

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his year has seen an ACCC inquiry into the Hearing Aid Industry, as well as considerable media coverage of the industry including an informative segment on the ABC’s Checkout program broadcast on June 8.

As an audiologist with more than 30 years’ experience, Bendigo’s Dirk de Moore believes it’s appropriate during Hearing Awareness Week to further highlight these issues, including the overpricing of hearing aids, clinicians being paid additional financial incentives and hearing clinics owned and operated by hearing aid manufacturers or distributors.

The ACCC argued that these factors could influence the price, type and brand of hearing aid that a clinician recommends.

“Sadly, much of what has been reported, especially in the ABC’s Checkout program, has been correct,” Dirk said.

“These practices are not unique to the hearing aid industry.

“I’m sure experienced medical practitioners, dentists and many other health professionals like me, lament the trend towards corporatisation of the medical model where profit driven motives may take precedence over what is in a patient’s best interest.”

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purchase of a hearing aid, Dirk offers the following advice.

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Also ask if the clinician will receive any form of financial commission – under professional codes of conduct they must disclose this if asked.

“Don’t feel pressured to make a decision, take your time and consider what options you have been given.

“Compare prices. Like other consumer products hearing aids offer a range of technical features and pricing levels. But remember, while pricing is important, at the end of the day it is a successful outcome you are looking for.

“And make sure you are offered a trial period with a return option to make sure the product is suitable,” Dirk said.

For more information contact the Bendigo Hearing Clinic on 5442 5800 or visit www.bendigohearingclinic.com.au Alternatively visit the public and resources section of Audiology Australia’s website at www.audiology.asn.au for further details.

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While this needs to be a factor it’s only part of the equation.

“Arguably the most important thing is how you fuel your body,” Ryan said.

“Education is the key that will provide you with knowledge and tools to make to correct choices for your desired outcome.”

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ENDER Solutions are now retailers for RMAX’s Orange Board Cladding Systems.

This is an innovative, environmentally friendly and cost effective product that can be used with confidence.

This light-weight, insulated cladding system is the smart choice for building professionals and owner builders alike, being manufactured from RMAX’s Isolite, a closed cell expanded polystyrene material that meets BAL 29 specifications which can be rendered as desired.

Due to Orange Board’s thermal efficacy it passes on energy savings to the home owner.

Brendon is available to discuss your needs personally before providing a complimentary quote, ensuring your expectations are met.

Render Solutions can clad and render your next build or extension with RMAX Orange Board from frame to completion.

They can also apply a range of a cement or acrylic rendered finishes as well solid plastering, venetian polished plastering, heritage restoration and rendering restoration to any surface including letter boxes, retaining walls, chimneys and heritage listed buildings.

To see examples of rendering styles, find Render Solutions on Facebook, or go to their website where you will find testimonials from their many satisfied customers.

Phone Render Solutions on 0417 479 491 or email info@rendersolutions.com.au for a professional service at a competitive price. www.rendersolutions.com.au

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HERE’S no doubt about it, blinds and the increasingly popular Ziptrak blind system can be a tricky business.

The fabric and colour can make or break any room, and that’s why it’s great that there are experts around like Shane Beckett from Southern Cross Blinds, with help from Lorrian and Maria.

The other challenging part about blinds is that there are so many different types of blinds out there – for inside and out for home or for business premises.

You can choose from canvas awnings, holland blinds, roman blinds, timber venetians, vertical drapes, venetian blinds, plantation shutters, roller shutters, Ziptrak blinds, patio blinds, day-night blinds and security doors.

Southern Cross Blinds, a family run

business, situated in High Street Kangaroo Flat has been operating in Bendigo for 30 years and there probably isn’t anyone else in Bendigo with Shane’s experience and know-how to assist with your blinds.

This makes Southern Cross Blinds a fantastic first port-of-call, even when you know exactly what you want.

Shane will provide great advice as well as taking meticulous measurements, giving you highly affordable quotations and providing a professional installation service.

Southern Cross Blinds, open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings at 141 High Street, Kangaroo Flat. Phone Southern Cross Blinds on 5447 9011, visit their website at www.southerncrossblinds.com or contact them on Facebook.

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NE of the coldest winters in years, but you still want to keep fit, or get started on some exercise for spring?

But a trip to the gym involves a car trip and whether it is morning or evening you need to have the right clothes, and you dislike the disapproving looks of the toned gym junkies.

So, stay home and work out with fitness equipment from Mr Rental.

You can work out in your old tracksuit or your nightie and no one will ever know.

We should all be aware that we need to get 30 minutes of moderate activity five times a week (source: www.health.gov.au) but often it is hard to find the time.

Avoid unnecessary trips to the gym and workout in the comfort of your own home

at a time that suits, you can even include it with something else that you want or need to do.

You can even put a cross trainer or bike in front of the television so you can watch your favourite show while getting your exercise.

Or strap a tablet on the treadmill and stream Netflix or YouTube while you walk, jog or run.

At Mr Rental rental terms are flexible, so you can rent just for winter and when summer finally comes around and you can get outside again, you won’t need to find room to store bulky exercise equipment.

Mr Rental, 83 MacDougall Road, Golden Gully or free call on 1800 880 778.

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Call Rod 0439 132 021

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FREEZING HOUSE IN WINTER?

• Automotive paints • Polishes • Car care products • Panel beater supplies • Timber furniture finishes • Spray packs made on-site

Specialising in under floor, ceilings & walls New and existing homes Industrial vac also available for removal of old non-compliant ceiling insulation

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Epsom Complete Garden Care Lawn Mowing and Gardening Tree Stump Removal

Call Paul 0418 355 898

INSUL ATION

RAPPED on Vinyl is a local family operated business specialising in all forms of vinyl wrapping, signage and paint protection, run out of a purposely designed studio in White Hills.

They use only premium products to ensure the best possible results for their customers.

“Wrapping is only limited to your imagination,” Wrapped on Vinyl’s Ryan Boyle said.

He has wrapped cars, motorbikes, trailers, car interior pieces/accents, helmets, boats, wheels, even home appliances.

All vinyl is meticulously applied in a stable, controlled environment so that even the smallest of details are not compromised, ensuring their customers receive the best quality results every time.

There are hundreds of colours and finishes available, which are all on display in the studio.

“If you have something you would like

wrapped, give us a call and see what we can do for you.”

While Ryan is best known for his expert wrapping skills he is also a trained installer of Paint Protection Film.

Wrapped on Vinyl’s PPF is a far superior product to dealership and detailers’ paint protection products that simply don’t last.

PPF is an ultra clear vinyl specifically designed to protect your vehicle without altering its appearance and should it become scratched it will even self-heal, with the help of the sun.

Cleaning will also become easier and won’t be required as frequently. Ryan is fully qualified and has been professionally trained.

Being a natural car enthusiast and the sole installer at Wrapped on Vinyl he manages all projects from beginning to end, ensuring a quality finish every time.

Phone Ryan on 0427 554 200 or visit www.wrappedonvinyl.com.au to find out more.

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EN McDonald Cleaning Services will leave your tiles looking like new, paying particular attention to removing the difficult to reach grime discolouring the grout.

Ken’s happy customers will tell you the end result is sparkling, new-looking surfaces.

He also does a brilliant job with carpets and soft furniture.

Also consider Ken for those unexpected emergency cleaning jobs as a result of blocked plumbing or storm damage, that doesn’t necessarily always warrant an insurance claim.

With more than 20 years’ experience cleaning homes and businesses throughout Bendigo, Ken has established an inevitable reputation, confirmed by the numerous testimonials on his Facebook page.

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Ken’s expertise is his knowledge of stains and how to remove them using a variety of products, quickly and efficiently.

He not only cleans tiles and carpets but furniture, mattresses and car interiors.

Ken also specialises in scrubbing and polishing vinyl floors, particularly in areas where there has been a build up of polish.

He also recognises that reliability is vital to any businesses or household and will attempt to work around your busy schedule.

Ken provides competitive quotes and won’t let you down, being punctual and courteous.

So for a prompt and professional clean for your home or business phone Ken on 5442 7474 or try his mobile 0417 399 801. www.kenscleaning.com.au

Fencing, doors, screens and more

PRING heralds the start of the warmer weather which naturally lends itself to homeowners enjoying alfresco living and contemplating finishing all those outside projects.

So it is only a matter of time before Cameron and Ross Austen along with the team at Windridge Security Doors and Fencing are kept even busier manufacturing, supplying and installing a range of fencing, steel security doors, and the increasingly popular glasspool fencing.

Windridge Security Doors and Fencing provide a competitive on-site obligation-free measure and quote and can supply all accessories as well as arranging expert installation if needed.

“We are extremely pleased with the design and workmanship Windridge has provided to match our new security doors with the period look and feel of our old Victorian house,” one of their happy clients said.

“We are very happy to recommend them to anyone seeking a custom design, or those who want a quality-made steel security door or fencing.”

Operating for 30 years with more than 40 years’ combined experience, this family owned business is also an agent for Metroll which manufactures metal building products for fencing, roofing, rainwater tanks and structural fabrication.

As an agent of Metroll supplies, Windridge is able to provide various styles of sheeting, with post and rails to suit.

Suspension and brake repairs Heavy duty workshop for trucks, earthmoving and agricultural machinery

39 BLUCHER STREET STRATHFIELDSAYE 0499 330 588

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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COLORBOND PANEL FENCING

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Cleaning Services

• Carpet Steam Cleaning • Upholstery Cleaning • Free Quotes • Pensioners & Seniors Discounts

Phone: 5442 7474 Mobile 0417 399 801

Alternatively, they can just supply materials and ready-made panels for the home handyman.

Windridge Security Doors and Fencing, 39 to 41 Kinross Street, Long Gully.

And just in case you can’t find their premises in Kinross Street just look for the world’s largest security door, which is just as impressive as Windridges’ service.

Alternatively phone 5444 4190 or go to www.windridgesecuritydoors.com.au for more information.

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EMPLOYMENT

CASUAL STAFF REQUIRED Casual Sales Assistant for mature ladies-wear store in Kangaroo Flat. Experience preferred but is not essential.

Must be flexible. Post your resume to: Retail Manager, 1364 Centre Rd, Clayton, Vic 3168 or Email: sales@faneverydaywear.com.au I Ph:9544 8506

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FROM THE BIBLE

Maiden Gully YCW Eagles Football Netball Club

MATTHEW 5:1-3 One day as the crowds were gathering, Jesus went up to the mountainside with his disciples and sat down to teach them. This is what he taught them: “God blesses those who realise their need of Him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is given to them.”

are seeking expressions of interest for the following 2018 Coach Positions: Senior, Reserves, U18’s Football A Grade, B Grade, C Grade, C Reserve, 17 & Under, 15 & Under Netball

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Grocery distribution:

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).

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Ps Peter Pritchard

and Dave Rodgers MAF Missionary Pilot in PNG

0413 682 999

KW Kitchens & Interiors are seeking a Full time Qualified Cabinetmaker to join our growing team.

We are looking for someone selfmotivated with a keen eye for detail and fine finishes. Must be punctual, reliable and have own drivers licence.

Successful candidate will work with a team as well as undertake jobs unsupervised.

Applicant must be trade certified in Cabinetmaking. Truck/Forklift licences preferable but not essential.

Above award wage paid for the right candidate.

All applications strictly confidential.

Applications addressed to: PO Box 864 Strathfieldsaye, 3551 Or email to viv@kwkitchens.com.au

MECHANIC WORKSHOP FOR SALE

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Built Pizza Bendigo has an opening for an experienced Italian cook/Wood-fired Pizza maker.

MODELS WANTED

Required to work 6 nights from 4pm to 10pm and Lunch Tuesday to Saturday from 11:30am to 2pm

CALL IAN ON 4433 1344 BENDIGO

Please send your current resume to: info@builtpizza.com.au Only successful applicants will be contacted Thank you for your interest.

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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.

Closing date Tues 5th September 2017 Strictly confidential.

All enquiries and applications via email to: mgycwfnc@gmail.com

Must know how to cook Pizza in a Wood-fired Oven. Must have experience with Italian pizza topping and preparation of these toppings i.e. meat slicing. Must have pizza dough making experience. Award wages.

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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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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.

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ELECTRICIAN & MAINTENANCE FITTER THE COMPANY: Exciting opportunities at one of Australia’s largest food manufacturers. Located in

The business operations are founded on the core values of honesty, quality and fair dealings with all stakeholders from the grower and throughout the supply chain.

Castlemaine, we are on the hunt for experienced

They operate multiple production and pressing plants across Australia and are looking for a dynamic individual to join their Victorian based team near Bendigo.

grow your career, these are long term roles that are full

Maintenance Fitters and Electricians for day, afternoon and weekend shifts.

With above-award wages and plenty of potential to of potential for the right people.

ELECTRICIAN: If you have proven experience as an

THE ROLE: Working closely with the Site Manager, this person will take on significant leadership responsibility in assisting the safe and quality focused management of site operations and development projects, whilst maintaining compliance with all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Electrician within a fast paced and busy team then WE want to hear from YOU! manufacturing environment is a must as is: • Understanding of preventative maintenance systems and techniques control techniques • Sound analytical and problem solving skills • Customer focused and time conscious MAINTENANCE FITTER: As a Maintenance Fitter you will have the following skills and experience: • Relevant trade qualifications with experience within a manufacturing environment • Understanding of preventative maintenance systems and techniques • Sound knowledge and experience with vacuum, pneumatic and hydraulic systems • Sound analytical and problem solving skills

ABOUT YOU: • Mechanically minded and solutions focussed • Superior communication skills – both verbal and written • The ability to lead and inspire a team to produce excellent outcomes • Exceptional problem solving skills and the ability to think on your feet • A ‘doer’ mentality that can complete projects in an efficient manner • Agricultural industry experience or knowledge is desirable but not essential

LEAD GP - EXCITING LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY THE COMPANY: The Bendigo Primary Care Centre was established as a Not-For-Profit business to enhance primary care services for the Bendigo community. As such, they reinvest any surplus in to enhanced programs including Teaching, Research and Residential Aged Care services, After Hours services, Chronic Disease Management and more.

This is a rare and outstanding opportunity for the right person to join this dynamic and fast paced clinic.

This role is a 48 hour per month paid position, and requires the successful person to also enter a licence agreement practising within BPCC for a minimum of 2 sessions per week.

Relevant trade qualifications and experience within a

• An understanding of and ability to implement quality PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE: • Quality Control • Occupational Health & Safety • All physical assets (i.e. buildings, machinery, equipment, infrastructure and inventory) • Market reputation and customer service • Acquisition of supply, grower contracts and grower liaison.

• Supplier arrangements • Employee relations (including recruiting, training, team building, administration and work rosters) • Receivals, production, dispatch and shipping logistics

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• Customer focused and time conscious

The successful candidates will have a great working attitude and a strong commitment to OH&S.

THE KEY OBJECTIVES OF THIS CRUCIAL ROLE INCLUDE: • Providing strong leadership and mentoring to the clinical team, including professional development advice, work force planning and recruitment.

• Managing key relationships.

• Development of a best clinical practice culture.

• Development and implementation of Clinical Policies and Guidelines.

• Business development to identify additional clinical offerings and research opportunities REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THE BOARD, YOU WILL POSSESS: • Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills • Post graduate qualification in general practice (FRACGP or FACRRM) • Experience in a multi-disciplinary health care team with experience in private practice and a health network • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to manage key relationships with both internal and external stake holders A sound knowledge of Clinical Governance matters is advantageous and the ability to guide and mentor others is essential.

Some of the benefits of this outstanding career opportunity include an attractive and highly competitive salary package PLUS salary sacrificing options and the flexibility for you to decide whether you work full-time or part-time.

On offer is a competitive salary package and a scope for career development, working within a company who set and deliver high standard products and service.

If you are a natural leader with strong organisational skills and are looking for a progression in your career this might be the role for you!

Fo r m o re i n f o r m at i o n o n t h e s e exc i t i n g p o s i t i o n s o r a number of other current vacancies, head to our website www.eseconsulting.com.au or give us a call on 54426676.

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BATHROOM RENOVATIONS and general plumbing & maintenance Ph 0408 575 604

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

Ph 5446 7057 or 0418 370 917 or 0458 438 930

BRICKLAYING All types. No job too big or too small. Ph Harry 0408 575 604

BRICKLAYING

CONCRETER

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

QUALITY BUILDER 40+ Years experience New Homes, Reno's & Extensions Ph 0408 575 604

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

CONCRETING

Cameron Concrete Domestic & Commercial.

For all your concrete requirements..

Call Rod 0400 611 016 Free Quotes & advice.

30 years experience

AIR CONDITIONING

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

Seniors Discount Free quotes.

Ph. 0422 424 348.

HANDYMAN SERVICE DD HANDYMAN & MAINTENANCE SERVICE Home Maintenance & All types of household repairs. Phone Will 0434 089 335. jobs inc garden maint.

Phone 0409 949 111

EPSOM PAVING Pathways, Patios Garden Edging etc.

Ken Tresize Ph 0419 374 062

AXE CREEK CONCRETING

GARDEN MAINTENANCE Prompt, Reliable Quality Services Phone Matthew Flack 0412 946 813

New & old shed floors, Excavation work, Paths & Driveways, big or sml Ph 0429 395 985

CONCRETE WORK Driveways, Verandahs, Retaining walls, Etc. Ph Harry 0408 575 604

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

CLARE'S IRONING

LITTLE RIPPER

HANDY MAN

Digger Service

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

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

BIN HIRE

Low Cost Bin Hire

Ph: Glenn

comparable prices

AIR CONDITIONING

7 days a week 8am to 6pm 0448 811 291 www.lowcostbinhire.com

TempTech For all your heating and cooling needs Nathan Maber 0407 972 717

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

bendigotemptech.com.au Servicing all of Central Victoria • Pensioner discounts available Registered Licence No. 47315

Bobcat & Tipper Hire

ANTENNAS

BUILDERS

DBM-1122 DB-U-28169

• 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

Ph 0429 171 697

718 Strathfieldsaye Road, Strathfieldsaye

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

SOUTHERN CROSS RESTUMPING

Building Permits Arranged + 20 Years Experience

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

Jack Hando 0467 642 504 Carports Concreting Renovations Decks & Verandahs

Tiling Retaining Walls General Handyman Fix Ups

CARPET CLEANING

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

Phone 0428 443 808 COMPUTERS

5447 7823 or 0431 609 423

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

BATHROOMS & KITCHENS

McCabes KITCHEN, BATHROOMS

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

1.5 TONNE MINI EXCAVATOR FOR HIRE

DECKS / PERGOLAS

• For dry hire • With or without operator • Short or long term • Delivery can be arranged

BENDIGO

ADDED TO THE FLEET: BOBCAT/SKIDSTEER

• Quality + trust in the outcome • Passion to create • Pride in our craftmanship • 25 years building experience ABN: 62 094 744 216

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

• Holes Patched • Renovations • Painting

PJ TAYLOR

5446 1422

SINCE 1985 Bendigo Ph 03 5446 9449

TILER

Wall & Floor Tiler Waterproofing Complete Bathroom, Kitchen & Laundry Renovations 0488 994 150

WEEDING

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

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Call Richard

0417 502 709 Any Door Any Lock Anywhere

Domestic Schools Commercial Business Owner Builders Builders

ELECTRICIANS

GREG SMITH ELECTRICIAN

Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman 0418 507 709 A/H 5448 3333 REC 7821

Geoff Williams Electrical Installations

Over 40 Years Service

I promise you a reliable & professional service at an affordable price

Phone: 0417 329 802 GARDEN SERVICES

BIG AREA LAWN MOWING Domestic/Industrial Large/Small Blocks Fence Lines/Fire Breaks Breaks

4 Sea Seasons Garden Care •Hedges Trimmed & Shaped • Pruning of Roses, shrubs & Fruit Trees • Garden Maintenance 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE Ph 0429 002 678

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0417 511 159

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Phone Neil: 0473 486 130

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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

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• Home Maintenance • Tiling • Painting • Carpentry. Free quotes.

Ph. Brian 0407 679 618

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Call Ron 0438 569 385

PLASTER

Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping

0448 713 499

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TV Tuning from $40 • Servicing Bendigo & Surrounds

LAWN MOWER & SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS Push & ride on mower servicing, pick up option.

Power equip. repairs.

Chainsaw service & sharpen. Bendigo Marine & Outdoors, Epsom 5448 3988

CARPENTRY

Backhoe Trenching Post Hole Borer Site Clearing Driveways Excavation Laser Levelling Rubbish Removal

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

0418 510 074

SERVICING BENDIGO TO CASTLEMAINE AREAS

BENDIGO

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REC 4085

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Complete bathroom makeovers & alterations.

34 yrs exp by qual tradesman.

Servicing Bendigo - Castlemaine & surrounding districts.

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

GARDAM

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0418 508 993

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Licenced drainer 31741

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

• Little Tipper/Drive - Hire

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

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STEVE CLEGG HANDYMAN SERVICES Trade qualified Home and garden maintenance Any odd jobs inside and outt

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HOME MAINTENANCE

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

PLUMBERS

SPOUT CLEANING

Greg Hicks st same day Plumbing Fajosebrvtoicoesmall

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Master Plumber

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

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Plumbing Established in Bendigo for over 30 years

New homes Renov Ren nov ovat atio a tiio ons Renovations

Maintenance Hot water repairs Gas fitting Free Quotes LIC: 13869

Ph 0408 507 715 E: johncrossplumbing@westnet.com.au SPECIALISING IN: JLC PLUMBING & PLUMBING GAS GENERAL

$100 CASH BACK ON ALL HOT WATER UNITS

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

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

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Services Offered

Conditions apply. For private use only.

CALL PETER 0409 422 271

Specialising in Landscape construction

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

• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429

PHONE: 5444 4681

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LANDSCAPING

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NEW AND USED BOXES AND PACKING MATERIALS AVAILABLE

TREE SERVICES

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

7 PIECE Baltic pine Kitchen Dining Setting $100 Ph 0417 157 132

FOR SALE FIREWOOD

Redgum firewood $130p/m. Pick Up or Delivery $150 open 7 days Ph 0427 353 939 FREE Uniden cordless phone & answering machine Ph 5443 1310

FOR SALE

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

Free quotes to suit your budget.

Call Jim 0429 866 630 www.byers.net.au

FOR SALE

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AIR Conditioner, window or shed, VGC $40 ono Ph 0439 451 621

FREE MULLOCK

ALUMINIUM Punt, 3.6m, no motor or trailer, REG July 18, GC $500 Phone 0447 645 637

APRONS, new, $5 ea, long & short, Ph 5444 1047

BENDIGO Century Collectors Edition No 68 $15 Ph 5442 1507.

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

FRIDGE/Freezer, two door, frost free, VGC $99 ONO Ph 0432 346 659

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seedlings. strong, healthy, ready to plant. 6 varieties, 50 for $3. 76 Gill Ave Eaglehawk. Ph 0428 610 442 PAINTING Stand & Oregan Plank $30 Ph 5447 8847 PARTY rocker, portable amplifier, bluetooth, etc $50 EC Ph 5447 8573

PLANTATION shutter, white, 610 x 1800 $100 Ph 0439 116 585

SIMPSON top loader washing maching, VGC $90 Ph 0412 825 824

POOL Table, "Action " 7ft + accessories, Good Condition, $300 ONO Ph 0418 312 476

SIX outdoor folding chairs. Good condition. $5 each. Ph 5449 7781

PORTA Cot $40 Ph 0458 253 503

Trev Bendigo market Sunday 0408 240 333 or free delivery 25 klms

PRICE Mobility stand assist chair LL440 Good Condition $250 ONO Ph 5447 0363

SUNBEAM General purpose Heat Pads $15 Ph 5447 8288.

HAY

Classifieds 1300 558 385

HAY OATEN

BISTRO blinds, clear PVC, x4, Good condition, $60 each Ph 5439 3284

HAY & STRAW Rolls & Little Squares.

Delivery available Maiden Gully Ph 0438 373 291

SIEVED TOP SOIL

PINE Breakfast bar chairs (x2) cream upholstery, $10ea 0429 175 176

NET wrapped round bales - $30 per bale; $35 delivered for 4 + bales Bendigo 0438 088 429.

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

Ph 0429 383 006

SHOWER Chair, adjustable legs $35 Ph 0408 571 794 With Manure $35 per/m delivered local 3m minimum. 6m & 10m avail. Bobcat & Excavator to hire. Ph 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846

BROWN leather Moran 2 seater reclining couch, $550 Ph Barbara 5446 7476

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

SEMCO Tapestry Wool Kits x 4 Donation to Charity 0476 077 570

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TALL boy cupboard 1930 era, good condition $130 Phone 5449 7463

Eaglehawk Thrift Shop

GRAND OPENING

WALKER 4 whls + basket GC $75 Ph 5447 8573

WOOLLEN Mills, wool, angora 5ply $60 the lot Ph 5443 8468

FIREWOOD dry, split, $130 per metre delivered. Phone: 0459 675 873

DISABILITY KING single electric lift bed.

Head & foot adjustable. On rollers. $440 Ph 0408 571 794 WHEEL chair, light weight, Folding. As new. $245 Ph 0408 571 794

WANTED TO BUY NISSAN S13 Silvia or 180SX complete and running or project SMS or Call 0400 949 779 OLD Bendigo pottery, Frogs, dogs Koalas, Vases & Demi John's etc, stamped or unstamped Ph 0452 264 661

RIDE-ON MOWERS Dead or Alive 2005' onward.

Ph 0408 427 451 after 5pm

HAY TRANSPORT

CAT Skid steer loader, enclosed cab, 226B2, AC, 2150 hrs, 4 in 1, $28,000 inc gst. Ph 0400 855 626 CD/DVD Stereo, remote, $20 Phone 0487 895 363

CHAFF

Steamed, cut from sheaf hay, Excellent Quality. $12 a bag Ph 0429 434 646 AH

CHILDRENS novels (x 100) age group 8-14 $80 Ph 0407 929 576

CLOTHES Dryer, Tumble, Westinghouse $55 ono Ph 0439 451 621

COLLECTION of antique brass lamps $100 the lot Ph 0428 723 057 CORDLESS Telephone, EC $25 Ph 0437 567 073

"WEED FREE" heavy (420kg) oaten hay rolls (netted) $35ea Ph 0418 122 252 (Ray) HIGH Chair x1, EC $40 ONO Ph 0458 253 503 IKEA white TV cabinet, glass top, fully assembled $90 Ph 0412 825 824 IKEA Linen Curtains cream, tabs at top $20 pair Ph 0476 077 570 JIMMY thunderbox camping toilet $45 Ph 5441 4845 KNITTING pattern books, doll, soft toy patterns $3ea EC 5444 1047 LADIES bike, as new cond $80 Ph 5447 7407

FIREWOOD

LARGE Tow along Suitcase $20ono Ph 0476 077 570

LAWNMOWER Victa 2 str, w/catcher, runs well. $70 Ph 0420 446 031

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Squash event an open affair

By JOEL PETERSON

THE country’s top squash players and some international stars hit Bendigo this week for the 2017 Bendigo Open tournament.

The event began yesterday with an official opening and the first matches, with games continuing through until Sunday’s finals.

Organisers were expecting more than 80 professionals from 15 countries to compete across the four days and a further 120 players to contest graded events open to players of all abilities.

The tournament is in its third year after a successful debut in 2015 and has proved popular with pros and amateurs alike.

New South Welshman Josh Larkin enters the men’s draw as the number one seed.

His 2017 has included a Professional Squash Association World Tour title at the North Shore Open in New Zealand.

The world number 77 is in almost career best form but wasn’t expecting anything to be easy in Bendigo.

“I have definitely had the best results of my career so far this year, so therefore I must be in decent form,” Larkin said.

“But it is very difficult holding consistency throughout the year, so I just hope I can maintain the form I have been in.”

He said his record in tournaments where he is the number one seed is less than ideal.

“To be the number one seed with expectations to win is definitely a hurdle to overcome mentally,” he said.

“In fact, I’m not sure if I have won a tournament being the number one seed before.”

Women’s number one seed Liu Tsz-Ling is also in red hot form, coming off a win in the Victorian Open.

She reached a peak world ranking of 23 in January and remains within the top 40 in the world.

Tsz-Ling has competed in England and the United States this season but comes to Bendigo expecting strong competition.

“I’m not really aware that I’m the top seed, I just want to play my game and perform my best, so that’s all I try to focus on,” she said.

“I hope I can perform my best (in Bendigo) too.”

Tsz-Ling will face 22-yearold Moana Gray in her first match of the tournament.

The tournament’s finals will be held on Sunday afternoon at the Bendigo Squash Centre.

Big round for title hopefuls GAME ON: Tricia Devlin and Bill Humphreys open the croquet season. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN BARNARD Street will be a hive of sporting activity this weekend, with the third annual Bendigo Croquet Festival taking place across four days.

The competition takes in golf and association forms of the game, the two most popular and wellrecognised types of croquet.

Australian croquet leg-

end Tricia Devlin opened the event, the multiple-time Australian champion travelling up from her club at Castlemaine to help launch it on Wednesday.

Matches in the golf croquet format began yesterday, with an association tournament to be held across Saturday and Sunday.

The event coincides

with the opening of the Northern District Croquet Association season, with clubs from Bendigo, Castlemaine, Kyneton, the Macedon ranges, Maldon and Maryborough competing.

Matches today, Saturday and Sunday begin at 8am with the finals golf croquet tournament on Sunday afternoon.

YOUNG GUNS IN SQUADS

BFNL’S PENULTIMATE ROUND

BENDIGO cricketers Jack Bouwmeester, James Ryan and Zane Keighran will all trial to represent Victoria Country at national level after being named in trial squads this week.

Quick bowler Bouwmeester and batsman Ryan were named in the Vic Country under-19 academy trial squad.

They will head to a camp in late September before selectors name the final squads for the U19 National titles.

Keighran’s batting prowess has seen him named in the under-17 squad for the U17 national championships.

GOLDEN Square hosts Kyneton in this weekend’s match of the round in bendigo Football Netball League action.

The Tigers fell to Eaglehawk last week, while Square needs to win and hope Eaglehawk does not to be a chance of claiming top spot.

In other round 17 BFNL games, Strathfieldsaye and South Bendigo will play in the first ever night game at Tannery Lane on Saturday from 5.30pm, Sandhurst hosts Kangaroo Flat, Eaglehawk plays Castlemaine and Gisborne hosts Maryborough.

THE Bendigo Amateur Soccer League title race could come down to a standalone match on the season’s final day as Eaglehawk, Shepparton United and Shepparton South jostle for position.

Eaglehawk is a point clear on top but has played one less game due to its match against Spring Gully United a fortnight ago being postponed due to poor pitch condition.

The league has scheduled the match for September 17.

That would see it as a standalone game the week after the season is scheduled to finish, and it could decide the outcome of the title.

Finals start the following week, so the Hawks could do with the week’s rest.

The Hawks are coming off an 8-0 thumping of Colts United at the weekend, led by four goals from coach Greg Thomas.

In a fiery encounter in which the referee had plenty to do, Eaglehawk used a rollicking six-goal opening half to cruise past the young Colts side.

Jan Kerr scored a hat-trick and was one of two players cautioned in the clash, while

USE YOUR HEAD: Colts United endured a rough day against Eaglehawk. the lively Riley Hayton scored a goal and was creative in midfield.

The other big win of the weekend went the way of fourth-placed Epsom, which leapfrogged Strathdale into the top four after smashing Moama Echuca 11-0.

Cooper Arkinstall and Jesse Leonard-Shanon combined for five goals, and even regular goalkeeper Jack Bourke got in on the scoring action in the 90th minute for the Scorpions.

Epsom meets Strathdale this weekend in a clash of the

two traditional powerhouses that could well decide fourth spot.

Shepparton United and Shepparton South meet in this weekend’s other top clash, both coming off 4-1 wins last weekend.

Second-placed South is the main danger to Eaglehawk, but the Hawks would gladly see United take the points to open their gap atop the table.

Eaglehawk plays Shepparton, Spring Gully United plays Colts United and Tatura hosts Moama Echuca in the round’s other games.

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HDFL finals take off

By JOEL PETERSON

YOUNG STARS: Ahlise Hurst, Maddie Wild and Jessie Rennie.

Trio joins the Spirit THE Bendigo Spirit has rounded out its roster for season 2017/18, announcing its three development players.

Bendigo’s Jess Rennie returns for another season on the development roster after a strong campaign with the Bendigo Lady Braves.

The sharpshooter did not hit the court last year but benefitted greatly from training in the Spirit program.

Rennie has shot 36 per cent on three-pointers this season for the Lady Braves, averaging six points per game.

“Jessie’s three-point shooting is a quality we are looking to harness, but we must add some penetration skill and ball handling to get her game to WNBL level,” Spirit coach Simon Pritchard said.

This year the club adds local forward Maddie Wild and guard Ahlise Hurst to its young trio.

Wild is the eldest of the three at 21 and coming off spending three seasons at college in the US. The former Bendigo Lady Braves squad member has played no shortage of senior basketball but not before his the WNBL level.

Hurst is a Mildura product

who has made the move to Bendigo and has also logged time in the junior Braves and Lady Braves systems.

Spirit coach Simon Pritchard believes Hurst’s athleticism is a major asset.

“We will polish those skills and help to add the defensive power that such a gifted athlete can possess,” he said.

Wild’s college experience and physicality also gives her the potential to be a long-term project for the club.

“She will help us in the post while continuing to advance her ball handling and screening and rebounding skills. We certainly see her as a future Spirit team member,” he said.

“I look forward to working with these athletes to advance their dreams of playing in the WNBL.” The trio joins Kelsey Griffin, Betnijah Laney, Rachel Banham, Heather Oliver, Gabe Richards, Ash Karaitiana, Nadeen Payne, Ash Spencer and main roster elevation Ebony Rolph in the Spirit team for the upcoming season.

Bendigo’s first home game is against Perth on October 14.

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LOCAL rivals Huntly and White Hills will step up to the finals plate this weekend when they meet in the Heathcote District Football League’s elimination final.

The Hawks have turned their season around after a horror start, while White Hills started strongly and has lost five of its past six leading into the finals.

Leitchville Gunbower, arguably the form side of the competition, takes on Colbinabbin at Huntly in the qualifying final on Saturday.

The Bombers again look well placed to challenge North Bendigo for supremacy in the HDFL after losing the past two grand finals to the Dogs.

North has the week off and will await the winner of the qualifying final, with that match becoming a play-in to the grand final.

The league has again opted to have this year’s decider at Huntly, after the success of previous campaigns drawing record crowds.

White Hills scored its only win in nearly two months last week, smashing Mount Pleasant by 100 points.

It was the closest game in a round that summed up much of the HDFL season, with chasm between the haves and have nots never clearer.

STAND TALL: Leitchville Gunbower and White Hills will both be in action this weekend.

While Colbinabbin has been competitive, the Grasshoppers finished four wins behind both Leitchville and North Bendigo and don’t seem a realistic threat to beat either.

The competition’s A-grade netball looks a two-horse race as well, with Colbinabbin finishing on top of the ladder undefeated and White Hills three games clear in second.

The Demons tackle Huntly in the qualifying final this weekend, while Mount Pleasant and Leitchville Gunbower do battle in what shapes as the most even contest of the weekend with both sides finishing the home and away season 9-7.

Saturday’s qualifying finals will be played at Huntly, with the elimination finals at Colbinabbin.

Braves legends leave the fold From Page 48 “They did it in different ways. Taylor was the glue guy who ran the floor, played good defence, could shoot it a bit and was a great passer from the post. As a coach he did everything you wanted.

“Hoges is such a good shooter, he did so much for us offensively, he was

a captain and just a terrific teammate.

“You can’t just replace guys like that. The challenge for us is finding the players who step up into those roles, but you can’t replace how Taylor and Chris did it.”

Harvey said it was too early to comment on the make up of the rest of the roster, and said he was still considering his role

as coach.

“I’m under contract for next season, but like players and all the roles at the club I think that should be reviewed,” he said.

“To be honest, I haven’t really thought about it too much. The season finished 12 days ago, so a lot of that time has just been life returning to normal a little bit and trying to enjoy that.”

Harvey said the club would hold exit interviews with players over the next week and would support the Lady Braves in their push for a SEABL title.

“I’m sure there will be plenty of the team there next week to get behind the girls. It’s great to see them in a home final and hopefully they can do what we couldn’t this year,” he said.

Thunder strikes NCWL flag glory

WINNERS: The Thunder’s reserves celebrate their NCWL flag.

THE Bendigo Thunder have been crowned the inaugural Northern Country Women’s League premiers after a dominant grand final performance capped a tremendous first season for the side.

It was the first year in which the Thunder has fielded a reserves team, feeding into its senior side competing in the Northern Football League women’s competition.

Benalla won through to face the Thunder in the decider but proved no match for Bendigo’s powerful midfield and forward line.

Molly Giggins booted five goals including four in the first half for Bendigo, while captain

and league leading goalkicker Erin Ross kicked four.

Thunder coach Alan Last said after the game the 15.12.102 to 1.3.9 scoreline wasn’t an accurate representation of the strength of the Benalla side.

Benalla’s Kylie Relf won the best player award as voted by the umpires on the day.

The league is expected to expand from its current eightteam structure ahead of 2018 and also look to implement a longer season.

The Thunder’s senior side plays in an elimination final in the NFLW competition against VU Western Spurs at Preston tomorrow.

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By JOEL PETERSON

CREATIVE: Riley Hayton sets up an Eaglehawk attack.

Borough stamps authority on title race EAGLEHAWK has strengthened its grip on the Bendigo Amateur Soccer League championship and will find out who its main title challenger is this weekend. Second and third-placed Shepparton South and Shepparton United clash in an action-packed weekend of BASL games. – Story Page 46.

IT will be a new-look Bendigo Braves lineup that hits the floor next season, with two club legends on the way out.

The Braves have lost more than 700 games of experience with Taylor Bell announcing his retirement at the club’s presentation night and captain Chris Hogan to take a year off.

It isn’t all bad news for the club, with the Bendigo Lady Braves set to host the SEABL conference final next weekend after an impressive win over Dandenong.

Both Bell and Hogan are championship players with the club and its leaders on and off the floor.

Bell struggled with a back injury this season, while Hogan had a variety of injury complaints and did not reach the highs of a spectacular 2016 season.

The same could be said for the Braves themselves, who battled chemistry issues and an unstable roster all season.

“It was a tough year, there’s no denying that,” coach Ben Harvey said.

“It was disappointing the way it ended, we were up and down all season and it showed over those last few weeks.”

Harvey said Hogan and Bell would be monumental losses for the team.

Both had started their careers shortly after Harvey arrived from Tasmania in 2000 and have played alongside and under Harvey.

“After the North-West Tasmania game when we lost by 39 points I was up all night thinking ‘is that Chris Hogan and Taylor Bell’s last home game?’ That’s what I couldn’t get out of my head,” he said.

“It just wasn’t the way to send them off. They have both been such great people around the club.

“You’re talking about two guys that will, I have no doubt, have their jerseys hanging up in the stadium one day. Continued Page 47