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ISSUE 856 FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2014

Mosaic magic shows Spirit glory TO celebrate Bendigo Spirit’s back-to-back victories, The Bendigo Weekly presents every photograph taken by Andrew Perryman during the game. Look closely and you can see the Spirit on their way to victory, every step of the way.

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CASH POOR

By ANTHONY RADFORD

ALMOST $4 million will be slashed from next year’s capital works budget as the Greater Bendigo council deals with a financial shortfall.

A $3 million carry-over deficit, cost overruns on 37 capital projects this financial year and increased watering and garden maintenance costs have resulted in a forecast $4.059 million cash deficit for the 2013-14 financial year.

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Capital works fund slashed

Interest on council’s investments was also down $156,000 on what was budgeted at the start of the year.

To counter the shortfall, council has voted to put off two major projects until next year.

However, instead of rolling over the $3.8m for the delayed

Canterbury Park redevelopment and Mitchell Street bus shelter and timetable system, council will simply fund them out of the 2014-15 capital works budget.

That means projects will compete for $3.8m less cash next financial year.

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ter Cox said the financial position was “a real concern”.

“What concerns me is that the other councillors haven’t expressed these concerns sufficiently,” he said.

“The message we are giving to our managers is it is OK to go over budget.”

Cr Cox said the budget short-

fall was the result of building three large projects in the past two years.

“We are now seeing the impact of doing three major projects in quick succession – the $15m multistorey carpark, the library and the art gallery,” he said.

“The library and the art gallery are fantastic projects, but we have put pressure on ourselves by doing these projects in quick succession.

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The Weekly look at the local real estate market

New haven at Lansell

By CHRISTINE McGINN

CHARTER Hall is chipping in, helping to raise money for the Australian first $6 million medium-term housing project.

The company is aims to raise $25,000 for Haven; Home, Safe’s Sidney Myer Haven project through their $38 million redevelopment of Lansell Square.

Locals, contractors, consultants and tenants will raise the funds to be given on behalf of Charter Hall.

“The Sidney Myer Haven program will make a significant difference to the lives of a number of local families in crisis, and our partnership with Haven; Home, Safe will allow Charter Hall to give back to the community who supports us,” Charter Hall’s development manager Will Green said.

“The funds contributed by Charter Hall will go towards fitting out the site’s administration centre, which is where much of the social curriculum delivery and case management will take place between Haven; Home, Safe staff and program participants,” HHS chief executive Ken Marchingo said.

The Haven project aims to break the homelessness cycle through the 23-unit residential complex designed to have all participants in private or public accommodation within 24 months.

BENDIGO will feature in the first Australian episode of the popular UK television show Escape to the Country.

A film crew visited Bendigo last weekend to film the 30-minute episode set to air on Channel 7 Two. Council and local businesses are supporting the filming and are keen to see the finished product.

“The episode will feature vision of Bendigo along with interesting facts about the city, our region and its lifestyle. It will also feature a number of local homes and businesses,” Greater Bendigo business development manager Peter Jeffery said.

“Council plans to use the program as another promotional tool for the region.

“When the program airs it will promote Greater Bendigo as a desirable place to live and visit.”

GROUNDBREAKING: Charter Hall’s Will Green and Haven’s Ken Marchingo at the turning of the sod ceremony at new Sidney Myer Haven site.

BENDIGO is also set to feature in an up-coming 10 part television series showcasing stunning regional homes.

Australian Country Homes will feature the city, its luxurious homes and attractions.

Four homes in the regionwill be showcased while exploring what it would be like to live here.

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Ex-mayor to appeal Conduct findings continue to cause a stir

By ANTHONY RADFORD

GREATER Bendigo councillor Lisa Ruffell will appeal a finding of misconduct against her.

The Bendigo Weekly revealed last month an independent Code of Conduct panel delivered a finding of misconduct in Cr Ruffell for her handling of a complaint against councillors Helen Leach and Elise Chapman by disability group Amicus.

The Councillor Conduct Panel found Cr Ruffell breached Greater Bendigo’s Code of Conduct seven times in denying councillors Elise Chapman and Helen Leach natural justice in the treatment of a complaint.

Cr Ruffell had until this week to formally apologise, but chose the council forum to announce the appeal.

Mayor Barry Lyons read out a

statement saying Cr Ruffell would appeal the finding to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

Meanwhile, the full details of the Amicus complaint against the two councillors has been revealed.

Amicus executive officer AnnMaree Davis wrote to then-mayor Lisa Ruffell on March 19 to complain about the alleged actions of councillors Leach and Chapman during an event the previous day.

Amicus provides services and support for disabled people, and was a key player in a diversity event held in Hargreaves Mall.

Ms Davis defined the two councillors’ actions as “inappropriate conduct” and alleged they made remarks to staff about an Amicus client who was dancing to music.

“The public was encouraged to be involved in the performance and one of the people with a disability supported by Amicus took up this invitation,” Ms Davis said.

“What happened next is of

stating ‘that is enough’ and ‘how disgusting it was that we let her do that’, ‘that we should not exploit her in that manner’.

“They were then approached

by Elise Chapman who told staff to ‘stop her’ (participation) and

I request this conduct is addressed in an effort to prevent future recurrence great concern as it seems that both councillors took offense to the participation of this young woman and her style of dance.

“Staff from Amicus were approached by Helen Leech (sic) after the first performance and in the words of staff ‘berated’ them,

‘how disgusting it was in front of a priest’.

“Staff advised both councillors that they found their reaction totally inappropriate and quite discriminating.”

Ms Davis said staff then sought feedback from others involved in

the event, and they were not offended.

“I am sure that this conduct would be viewed unfavourably by you and your fellow councillors,” she said.

Cr Chapman and Cr Leach both deny the claims.

“It says we treated a disabled person inappropriately, but it doesn’t tell us what we did,” Cr Chapman said.

“It said I spoke to a staff member after the first performance. I left after the first performance.

“Why would I ask staff to stop the girl if the dance had already finished? I didn’t even know there was a priest there.

“I didn’t do it and I wouldn’t do it.”

Cr Leach was just as emphatic.

“I definitely deny this complaint,” she said.

“It is false.”

Aquatic centre plans lodged

BUSINESS AS USUAL: Vernon Stubbings of Bendigo Antique and Estate Auctions.

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PLANS have been lodged for the Greater Bendigo Indoor Aquatic Leisure and Wellbeing Centre in Kangaroo Flat.

Mayor Barry Lyons said lodging the planning permit for the Browning Street development was the next step to get the project “shovel ready”.

“This is a very important, much needed and high priority project for the City of Greater Bendigo and the lodging of the planning applications means we are getting closer to achieving our goal,” he said.

“It’ll take 12 to 15 months to get our planning permit. We are on track, everything is looking good.”

Council are still trying to secure significant funding from the state and federal governments.

“We have great support from the state government, we’ve got commitment from our council itself,” Cr Lyons said.

“We have started the conversation with the federal people. I am confident we will have local and state government support and I fail to see how the federal government wouldn’t support it.”

The proposed two-level leisure centre features an eight-lane 50 metre swimming pool, hydrotherapy warm water pool, spa, children’s splash play and learn to swim pool, gymnasium, wellness centre, change rooms and short-stay childcare facilities.

“The proposed new complex will be a 21st Century facility that has been designed to be used all year round and cater to people of all ages and abilities,” Cr Lyons said.

“It’s an important asset for our growing region that will provide long lasting benefits to the community.

“This will take us into a new era for the next 30 to 40 years.”

Council has worked with the Community Reference Group to ensure the community’s needs and voice is included in the development.

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The right place to be for collectors ANTIQUES and collectables will go under the hammer later this month at Bendigo Antique and Estate Auctions.

More than 600 lots will be presented at the auction on March 26, ranging from antiques, collectables, tools, tins to furniture.

“We are the only antique and collectables auction in town,” business partner Vernon Stubbings said.

“We specialise in antiques, old and collectables. People know the type of things they will find here.

“People also have a venue to sell their

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“We are also providing a service for people to sell their items.”

Mr Stubbings said it was business as usual, despite a long-term proposal for the site’s redevelopment.

With buyers stretching from Bendigo to Mornington and even Gippsland, Mr Stubbings said there was a “good clientele”.

Business partners Dennis Hayes and Mr Stubbings share decades of experience dealing with quality antique goods and are will-

ing to advise anyone looking to buy or sell.

The BAEA will celebrate its 10th birthday this year after originally opening its doors in July, 2004 on High Street.

This month’s auction kicks off at 6pm at 177 View Street with about 100 people expected to attend.

The business is open every Saturday between 9am to 5pm to view and receive the items.

People can view the items online at www.bendigoantiques.com.au or call Mr Stubbings on 5441 4168 for more information.

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walk plan stepped up

Liberals select candidates

By ANTHONY RADFORD

BENDIGO’S future depends on the success of projects such as Walk Bendigo, according to the man behind the plan.

Sustainable transport and urban design expert Rodney Tolley was in Bendigo this week to discuss “the benefits of walking, cycling and good public transport options”.

Dr Tolley’s 2007 report was the catalyst for the $20 million Walk Bendigo plan, which aimed to turn parts of the Bendigo CBD into pedestrian-only and sharedtraffic zones.

Initial work saw cobblestones built into the roads on Hargreaves St, 90-degree car parking created, and the intersection of Bull St transformed with traffic-slowing designs.

However, community backlash saw the council baulk at the further rollout of the strategy, as it was about to outlay the Williamson St section of it.

Dr Tolley said creating such spaces, including residential design that encouraged walking and riding, were vital for Bendigo’s economic future.

“If Bendigo is going to be a prosperous community into the future it must go in this direction,” he said.

“These things will happen in Bendigo if Bendigo is to survive as a liveable economically-viable place.

“We need to create a place Gen Y wants to stay. It is about creating the kind of place creative people want to be in.

THE Liberal Party has preselected their three Central Victorian candidates.

As expected, Greg Bickley was officially preselected for Bendigo East, where he will take on sitting Labor member Jacinta Allan.

Jack Lyons has been endorsed as the Liberal candidate for Bendigo West, against Labor’s Maree Edwards.

Former Macedon Ranges mayor and Upper House member Donna Petrovich has been preselected for the seat of Macedon.

Mr Bickley said he was proud to be preselected.

“I live and breathe Bendigo and I’m very grateful for the experiences in my life that have developed a compassionate understanding of everyday life in the region that I love,” he said.

“The people of Bendigo East deserve a representative who is positive, and who shares their hopes and visions for our great region.

“I’m proud to be part of the Liberal team that is building a better Victoria with major projects like the Regional Rail Link, and our first rate new Bendigo hospital.

“Plus, we will deliver the Calder upgrade at Ravenswood. I was delighted to be on site with Premier Napthine last August when it was announced that the federal Coalition Government will contribute $45 million and the Napthine Government will contribute $41 million.

“Over the coming months I’ll be moving around Bendigo East, speaking to local residents and continuing discussions with locals about how we can build a better Bendigo East.”

Mr Lyons, a carpenter by trade, has managed farms and other businesses across the region.

“My family has a strong history of local community service, so I’ve been volunteering with community associations and sporting groups for the past two decades,” he said.

“Most recently I’ve been involved with the Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise Group, donating a cricket pitch to a local school and working on other communities’ initiatives such as beautifying a Bendigo West railway station with the Kangaroo Flat Stationeers.

“I believe our local area needs a strong representative who understands the needs of all age groups, all backgrounds and all aspects of our community – from small business to community organisations.”

ON THE MOVE: Urban design expert Rodney Tolley with White Hills Primary School students. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN “Many people will like the idea of low density environment and low fuel costs.

“We have to think what Bendigo will be like in 20 to 30 years’ time.”

Dr Tolley said residential developments needed to change.

“We have to think about what kinds of living patterns we want into the future,” he said.

“If you don’t get kids walking and cycling you will get a fully motorised city.

“You will become an LA in regional Victoria.

“The new developments need to be different and we need to be thinking how we can make preexisting developments into workable communities.”

Dr Tolley said Walk Bendigo was misinterpreted “It was never intended to be a pedestrianisation of the city,” he said.

“I expect at the time people misunderstood what the original

concept was.

“Everyone talks about kids not getting enough physical activity but by walking, cycling or scooting to school, a child’s physical activity has already been accounted for while getting from A to B. “Also, good walking and cycling paths and regular public transport to shops, employment or between neighbourhoods will help boost house prices, improve business outcomes and enhance a town or city’s overall liveability.”

Festival brings new culture to Bendigo ALIVE with colour and dance, Bendigo is about to embrace the Festival of Cultures.

The week-long festivities celebrate diversity and cultures in our community through a harmonious blend of activities.

Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services’ general manager Noemi Cummings said the festival highlights all aspects of multiculturalism.

“This year’s theme is ‘The World’s On Your Doorstep’. You don’t have to go far to enjoy the many cultures in our community,” she said.

“Some people feel threatened by the unknown so this helps build bridges. It celebrates diversity and brings harmony, it helps

foster friendships too.”

The Festival of Cultures kicks off on Sunday with a grand opening extravaganza at the Capital Theatre from 1pm to 4pm.

The art exhibition, Roots, opens on March 15 and Irish dancers will keep audiences on their toes from 5pm on March 16.

Bendigo’s service providers will showcase their offerings on Tuesday at a free expo at The Capital from 2pm to 5pm.

More than 300 children will help celebrate Harmony Day on March 21 with music and laughter to fill Hargreaves Mall.

A free social discussion will break out on Saturday, March 22 at the La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre backed up with a tick-

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An array of food, a talent contest, live performances and multicultural workshops will finish the celebrations at Sidney Myer Place from 10am on March 23.

Locals are invited to partici-

pate in the festivities and embrace other cultures.

“We encourage the community to preserve their cultures and share them,” Ms Cummings said.

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Farewell to fair hair

Police despair at deaths

By CHRISTINE McGINN

CENTRAL Victoria has had a horror long weekend on its roads, leaving police at a loss about driver behaviour.

Six people died in the region over the Labour Day long weekend.

Bendigo Police Acting Senior Sergeant Della Nihill said the fatalities and serious injuries were â&#x20AC;&#x153;by far the worst we have seenâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is disappointing, we are flagged to be high risk,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The message is not getting through. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are at a loss what else we can do.â&#x20AC;?

Almost 100 motorists were caught speeding while 10 had vehicle defects, 10 disobeyed traffic control signals and six were disqualified in Bendigo alone.

Yet, about 255 police officers saturated the region during the state-wide Operation ARID. The operation targeted the five contributing factors to road trauma; speed including low level speeds, impairment, distractions, fatigue and seat belts.

Bendigo Policeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response ranked in the top 10 in the state for its enforcement and commitment to the operation.

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HAIR will be flying here and there, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all in a good cause.

All over Australia, and Bendigo too for that matter, people are shedding for the Leukaemia Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greatest Shave.

Carolynne May of Kangaroo Flat is one such participant, with a goal to raise $2000. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am taking part because I have had three kidney transplants, and due to the medications I am prone to skin cancer,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have found two skin cancers on my head, so the hair is coming off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also have a family history of breast cancer. Six months after my mum gave me a kidney she got breast cancer and lost her hair so now its my turn.â&#x20AC;?

Mrs May held a fundraising at Lansell Square shopping centre on Saturday with hair shaving and hair colouring on offer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will be shaving off my long hair on the March 16 at Strathfieldsaye Shopping Centre,â&#x20AC;? she said.

All money raised goes to The Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greatest Shave. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have two people shaving at 1pm.

A man is shaving for his daughter who has cancer.â&#x20AC;?

Twelve-year-old Oscar Boland of Junortoun had a goal of $250, but has raised it because he already reached the target and has extended it to $320. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to take part because I want to make a difference in peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives,â&#x20AC;? he said.

nary breath tests were conducted across the division with 2873 in Bendigo alone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are still a significant number of people speeding, and we know fatalities and serious injuries occur as a direct result,â&#x20AC;? Acting Snr Sgt

The message is not getting through. We are at a loss what else we can do Nihill said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Country people are being affected,â&#x20AC;? .

Acting Snr Sgt Nihill said the accidents all had one factor Victoria Police were targeting on the weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People need to adhere to the roads laws, take breaks, take time and parents need to speak to their children about road users and driving for themselves and other people,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Any hoon-like behaviour should be reported. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need the public to be our eyes and ears.â&#x20AC;?

HAIR TODAY: Carolynne May and Oscar Boland are both making the change for charity. Photos: ANDREW PERRYMAN

â&#x20AC;&#x153;My dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friend died from a blood cancer last year. It was very sad and I want to make sure that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen to any other family.â&#x20AC;?

Oscar has asked at his school, Strathfieldsaye Primary School, for donations.

Oscar is losing his hair at Strathfieldsaye Shopping Centre carpark between 10am and 2pm.

Heidi for Hair is running the event and has organised market stalls, a sausage sizzle, hair colouring, braiding

and plenty of fun for children. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am going to ask if my uncle can shave me as he has donated the most money,â&#x20AC;? Oscar said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am a bit scared of him shaving me because he is a bit of a trickster.â&#x20AC;?

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Soil test planned work on a path which runs along Havlin Street East and could link to the proposed path on the park.

Yet, the paths do not appear to connect neatly, causing concern a permanent road closure is imminent.

Cr Helen Leach opposed the road closure preferring to allow park users and drivers to share the area.

Although not included in the 2014-15 budget, council could â&#x20AC;&#x153;consider a late budget bidâ&#x20AC;? if they wished to develop the park.

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The petition also requested council state whether funds were available for the project, to include it in the Public Health and Wellbeing Plan and allocate the necessary funds.

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Councillors released their response to a petition to get the Wolstencroft Park masterplan going earlier this month.

Wolstencroft Area Action Group spokesperson Ian McBurney agreed the third round of soil testing was appropriate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to make sure there is nothing in the soil, especially as it is meant to be a clean-fill site. We need to make sure it is okay,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council should have done this already (irrespective to the masterplan).â&#x20AC;?

Council said soil testing, worth $60,000, would be conducted in the next two months with the findings expected in early May.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will give a decision either way about the future of the park,â&#x20AC;?

Mr McBurney said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;soil testingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; has been used as a blocker but in saying that we have had three councils since this started.â&#x20AC;?

Council conducted soil testing on the park in 2008 and 2009.

Cr Rod Campbell said the testing was crucial to enable council to make an informed decision about the parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is very important for the people there and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just very important for our community,â&#x20AC;? he said.

The 2008 masterplan aims to develop Wolstencroft park into a child-friendly open space, featuring play equipment and a safe path.

Under stage three of the 2008 masterplan, the road directly alongside the park and creek, would be closed to motorists.

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“It is going to be a great night and we really want to put this on the map for Bendigo and to do something to help Ovarian Cancer Australia,” she said.

South Bendigo Football Club coach Jeff Brennan will run into the event at 6.15pm after a long journey from Echuca.

Three-time Olympian Jenny Owens will discuss her

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BENDIGOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $630 million new hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ground floor was poured last week.

Nationals Member for Northern Victoria Damian Drum said construction on the hospital was quickly progressing with the first suspended concrete slab being poured. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bendigo Hospital Project is on time and on budget and on track to be completed in 2016,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just several months ago on this site, the first tower crane was named

by Neve Nisbet, and now the site has changed dramatically, even in a short amount of time.â&#x20AC;?

About 33,000 cubic metres of concrete will be poured to make the soon-to-be well trodden ground floor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Around 132,000 tonnes of soil has been removed from the site and when complete, around 146,000 tonnes of soil will have been removed,â&#x20AC;? Mr Drum said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The last area to be excavated is at the Hope Street end of the site where the finished level for the kitchen and cancer bunkers is now evident. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Across the road at the current

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SOLID START: Workers pour the first floor slab at the new Bendigo hospital.

Lucan Street site, demolition required at Yarrington House before the childcare centre can be built has been completed and piling for the foundations has commenced.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This new world-class hospital is one of the largest regional healthcare projects in Australia and will deliver the highest quality health-

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Exemplar Health is delivering the project.

Tram artist adds colour RENOWNED artist Mark Schaller has finished work on Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Series Studio hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first tram.

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The Schaller Studio tram is filled with an artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workbench, paint brushes, chalk boards and postcards for travellers to write on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has been a wonderful project to work on. A moving tribute is a pretty special concept. The more opportunities for people to engage in art, the better,â&#x20AC;? Mr Schaller said.

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Councillor questions tree choice as overspend looms

3From Page 1 â&#x20AC;&#x153;We now have very little money to be spent next year because of the impacts of taking Canterbury Park and Mitchell St out of the budget, and we are still paying for the car park, art gallery and library.â&#x20AC;?

Council Organisation Support director Marg Allan said managers were working hard to keep costs in check. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Internally we have been working pretty hard to ensure we have as accurate a budget as possible and we work to those budgets,â&#x20AC;? she said.

We have a pretty ambitious capital works program Ms Allan said an increase in watering costs, and maintenance, made up a large chunk of the overruns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the things we are particularly challenged by, and it happened again this year, is the watering costs to do with parks and gardens,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This summer and last summer we had were particularly dry and our parks and gardens needed a lot of water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The challenge we face is our day-to-day maintenance needs to expand cover our growing infrastructure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a pretty ambitious capital works program and it will impact in our maintenance budget. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have taken on 13 new parks from developers this year.â&#x20AC;?

ROOT OF THE PROBLEM: Peter Cox says tree trimming is a wrong way to spend capital. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

spending in spotlight WHIPSTICK Ward councillor Peter Cox believes Greater Bendigo councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attitude to tree trimming is an example of his budget concerns.

Despite dropping $3.8m from next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital works budget to pay for a $4.05m deficit this financial year, council approved a $100,000 extension to its tree trimming budget.

The money was needed

to further the trimming of branches under powerlines.

Cr Cox said despite knowing about changes in regulations brought in after Black Saturday, council was still playing catchup. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have planted eucalypts and now we are trimming them,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew in 2010 the requirements for pruning had changed.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We ought to be pulling some of them out and replanting trees that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t grow through the powerlines.

Cr Cox said approving such budget extensions was bad business and poor accountability. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By agreeing to an additional $100,000 for pruning, we are saying to the managers it is OK to have that bill,â&#x20AC;?

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Health plus THE Bendigo Health Foundation’s Christmas Appeal exceeded expectations and has resulted in two important pieces of equipment being bought for young patients in the Emergency Department.

Thanks to Christmas Appeal donors and a $2000 donation from Telstra Stores Bendigo, the Emergency Department was able to buy a vein illuminator and a new plaster saw.

The vein illuminator, which identifies the best veins to administer medication and/or to conduct blood tests, will assist patients of all ages, but is used mostly on younger patients.

The plaster saw is used regularly to remove plaster casts during the healing of broken bones.

Bendigo Health Emergency Department nurse unit manager Carol-Anne Lever said both

CAST IN A NEW ROLE: Steve Tinker and Nick Papaz get up close and personal with plaster casts.

pieces of equipment will make it safer and easier for staff and patients.

“The vein illuminator displays a map of the vasculature on the surface of the skin in real time, allowing clinicians to identify veins more effectively, resulting in less patient discomfort and a higher quality of care, particularly for our young patients,” she said.

“The plaster saw is also a heavily used piece of equipment by our plaster technicians and the majority of these patients are also in the younger age bracket.”

Bendigo Health Foundation director Jane Anderson said it was the ninth anniversary of the Christmas Appeal.

“Every year the people of Bendigo and Central Victoria give so generously to our Christmas Appeal,” she said.

You would be mad to miss it THE enticingly named Picnic with the Mad Hatter is taking place at the Bendigo Botanic Gardens at White Hills on Sunday.

From 10am to 4pm the Food Fossickers, Central Victoria’s local food network, will showcase local food, wine, beer and entertainment in one of Bendigo’s best picnic settings, and it’s family friendly too.

Greater Bendigo council’s Tourism manager Kathryn Mackenzie said the picnic was a new event that was being held in conjunction with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.

“Picnic goers will have an opportunity to sample regional delights from 25 local vendors,” she said.

“They can build the perfect picnic spread with purchases made from the hawker style restaurant stalls which include Bendigo’s Masons, The Woodhouse and The Brougham Arms, Castlemaine’s Public INN and Heathcote’s the Willow Room restaurants.

“Or they can just eat their way around the local offerings, from olives and cheese or buy fine fare from the region’s leading restaurants.”

Food Fossickers president Sonia Anthony said Bendigo Botanic Gardens at White Hills is the perfect venue for this event.

“Picnics and gatherings have taken place at the Botanic Gardens since they were first built and our picnic event will provide a great opportunity for patrons to rediscover this terrific part of Bendigo,” she said.

Tickets can be bought for $10 per person on line at www. foodfossickers.com.au or by calling the Bendigo Visitor Centre on 1800 813 153.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HOLD AN EVENT IN GREATER BENDIGO DURING THE 2014 VICTORIAN SENIORS FESTIVAL? The City of Greater Bendigo is calling for Expressions of Interest from local groups, clubs and organisations interested in holding an event at part of the City’s Victorian Seniors Festival celebrations which will take place from October 5 to 12, 2014.

The City of Greater Bendigo is encouraging community groups to conduct events which will be promoted via the annual program booklet.

Events may consist of open days, entertainment, participation, exercise programs or any activity that senior members of the community may enjoy.

If you are interested in holding an event please contact The Planned Activity Group (PAG) City of Greater Bendigo by phoning 5447 2248 or a.roberts@bendigo.vic.gov.au

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DOUBLE SPIRIT

Second win is twice as nice IT was a game they will be talking about for years to come.

The Bendigo Spirit won a slug-fest at the Bendigo Stadium on Sunday to win back-to-back

WNBL championships.

While the margin was 11 points, the game was on a knife’s edge until late in the last quarter.

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Health plus a fitting reward

BENDIGOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Biggest Workout is shaping up with local fitness gurus taking the reigns on the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health.

Bootcamp Bendigo and Contours Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fitness have teamed up to host the mass workout group session.

Designed for couch-potatoes to fitness freaks, locals can train together in an allages and fitness levels 60 minute group training session. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Getting the people of Bendigo to make healthier lifestyle choices is my work, my passion and my obsession,â&#x20AC;?

Contours Bendigo owner Sue Walton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Workout will prove that getting outside and moving is fun and do-able across all fitness and age groups.â&#x20AC;?

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said the session would tailor activities to suit all fitness levels. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With many years training experience between Sue and myself we will ensure everyone gets moving in a fun and safe manner,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am personally looking forward to the layout we have planned for this day and am really looking forward to getting everyone moving at once. â&#x20AC;&#x153; Funds raised will go to the Bendigo Health Foundation.

The Biggest Workout kicks off on March 23 at the Epsom Huntly Recreation Reserve from 9am.

To register visit www.bendigosbiggestbootcamp.com or call Sue Walton on 0427 869 471 and Mic Andrew on 0431 733 614.

Makeover makes difference IT was worth the wait. Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Winners had their makeover prize fulfilled recently and they are loving the results.

Sue Entwistle took out the $1000 major prize, for losing 15.95 per cent of her body weight in 12 weeks, while St John of God Hospital nurse Seph Gan was a close second, losing 15.66 per cent.

As well, Seph lost 63 centimetres and Sue 54.5cms to take out the $100 prizes for most centimetres lost. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The makeover was donated by several local businesses,â&#x20AC;? St John of God Hospital spokesperson Bronwyn Wheatley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can only run this non-profit, 12-week health challenge for Bendigo district residents because of such great support from local organisations and businesses.â&#x20AC;?

Sue had a haircut, colour and blow wave, spray tan and makeup done at Coco Hair Lounge in View Street, while Seph was next door at Shed 7 Hairdressing for Men. Both were then dressed by Hargreaves Mall shops Miss Jayz Ladies Fashions and Peter Anthony Menswear, and professionally photographed in their new outfits, all as part of their prize.

Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Winner was in its fourth year in 2013.

Entrants paid $100 to enter and received $50 back when they weighed out.

All activities and talks during the 12 weeks were free or heavily discounted.

Participants lost an average of 3.1kg and had a total kilo loss of 356.9kg.

They lost an average of 14.9cms off arms, neck, waist, hips and legs.

There are plans to bring back Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Winner in 2014, with some new changes and challenges.

Watch the Bendigo Weekly for details or the Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Winner Facebook page for details in coming months.

WINNERS: Seph Gan and Sue Entwistle.

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READY FOR THE OFF: MelWenJens Warriors Wendy Scott, Jennie Samuel, Jenny Donaldson and Mel Hutson. Photo: STEVE KENDALL

walking the trail STEPPING out to reduce poverty, local ladies are pulling on their runners for the mountainous 48 hour, 100 kilometre climb.

Four Bendigo woman, the MelWenJens Warriors, are tackling the 48 hour Oxfam Trailwalker in May this year.

Team leader Jenny Donaldson alongside sister-inlaw Jennie Samuel, Mel Hutson and Wendy Scott are physically and mentally preparing for the feat.

Ms Donaldson and colleague Wendy Scott are seasoned walkers, taking up the challenge two years ago.

“We swore we would

never do it again but it feels good to conquer it, especially for a good cause,” Ms Scott said.

The Warriors are hoping to raise $2000 to reduce international poverty and give hope to people living without basic necessities.

Ms Scott said working in a team keeps spirits high over the endurance challenge.

“A lot of it is in your head. With a group you can help each other so you can do it together and get it across the line together,” she said.

Former Kokoda and Everest base camp walker, Ms

Donaldson said once you start, you have to finish.

“The challenge is great and it keeps you fit. It’s good fun and for a good cause,” she said.

“You have just got to keep going, you rely on each other to get you through.”

The MelWenJens Warriors hope to finish the challenge in 36 hours, without any injuries.

The women will trek from Wheelers Hill through the Dandenong Ranges to Wesburn.

Locals can donate funds to spur on the Warriors at https://trailwalker.oxfam.org. au/team/home/16084.

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Move-on laws needed The continued attacks by the Napthine Coalition Government on the environment, and environmental activists is a very good reason to suspect that pure rightwing ideology is behind the expansion of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joh Bjelke-Petersen style move-on powersâ&#x20AC;?, however, the event which comes immediately to my mind in relation to significant civil disruption and disorder is the unrelenting blockade of the east Melbourne abortion clinic.

Since 1972, the participants and organisers of this â&#x20AC;&#x153;protestâ&#x20AC;? have been intimidating, harassing, obstructing and disrupting people attempting to go about their private, lawful business while providing or seeking professional healthcare. In 2001 a security guard was murdered while going about his lawful daily employment by a member of these socalled right-to-lifers.

It is long past time that this, and similar blockades of similar clinics all around the state were â&#x20AC;&#x153;moved onâ&#x20AC;?, and I for one expect to see this done as a matter of priority, this legislation is to remain anything less than a blatant and specific attack upon environmentalists, and anyone else who wants to peacefully protest against this governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agenda.

Michelle Goldsmith, Eaglehawk

Offences repellent ThIS week the Liberal National Government passed the Summary Offences Bill 2013, even though one of their own Liberal Party Upper house Members crossed the floor and voted with Labor to oppose this legislation.

Labor opposed this Bill and if elected in November we will repeal it.

This Bill essentially amounts to the criminalisation of all forms of protest in this State.

A healthy democracy is one that values people coming together to freely express their ideas and opinions.

Denis Napthine has effectively banned Victorians from having their say by passing these move on laws.

These Bjelke-Petersen- like draconian laws will prevent people from standing up for their rights.

Victoria deserves better.

Maree Edwards, State Member for Bendigo West

Councillors right to pursue justice I MUST commend both councillors Chapman and Leach in the quiet, professional way in which they handled the recent councillor misconduct matter which arose in early 2013 from an incident in the hargreaves Mall.

Council withheld information from them, natural justice was denied and they were condemned publicly.

Their efforts and evidence to clear their names as councillors were vindicated, and persuaded a recent independent panel to find misconduct against the then mayor. The panel also identified deficient council polices and poor application of procedures by some senior officers. Justice has been achieved.

I wonder if those who wrote articles, letters to the editor and blogs, or danced in front of the city offices are now prepared to concede they may have done irreparable damage to these two councillorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; character and credibility.

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If as reported, the two councillors had to go through Freedom of Information to obtain information that they are entitled to, then council has a serious problem.

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Prepare and take care FLOODS, fires, cyclones and heatwaves have made this summer a difficult one for many Australians. Yet again weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been reminded just how disruptive and devastating emergencies can be.

Disasters can happen in a moment, but their effects can be felt for a lifetime.

As time passes and media attention shifts, those not directly affected tend to forget, but for people impacted by the disaster the process of recovery has just begun.

If you are recovering, seeking support from family, government agencies or organisations like Red Cross is a critical part of taking care of yourself. For people concerned about loved ones, checking in to make sure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ok is a simple step to show support.

Red Cross has developed recovery resources to help with the psychological and practical stages of recovery, which are available on our website.

Unfortunately, the threat of disaster isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t over yet I encourage people to take care in recovery and to take action to prepare for the future disasters.

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GReATeR Bendigo has again shown itself to be the events capital of regional Victoria.

The long weekend saw Bendigo play host to the International Madison, the Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria Urban Championships and the WNBL grand final.

There was also the Makers Market in the hargreaves Mall, the Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market in Sidney Myer Place and The Square handmade market at the Town hall.

For art lovers, there was the Genius and Ambition exhibition at the fabulous Bendigo Art Gallery with more than 1000 paying patrons attending over the long weekend.

The exhibition runs until June 9. In August, the gallery will host another major international exhibition, The Body Beautiful in Ancient Greece.

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Last month, the Little Athletics Victoria Track and Field Championships saw around 1500 competitors taking part in a two-day event.

Some 700 competitors will be here this month for the Football Federation Victoria Boys Competition and in September 1000 will be here for the National Schools Australian Futsal Association event.

This Sunday, Bendigo will host a new food and wine festival called Picnic with the Mad hatter which is taking place at the Bendigo Botanic Gardens from 10am to 4pm.

Presented by Food Fossickers, Central Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local food network, this family-friendly event will showcase local food, wine, beer and entertainment in one of Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best picnic settings.

These events and others, such as our famous Bendigo easter Festival and Bendigo National Swap Meet, bring thousands of tourists to our city who spend money here and contribute to our local economy.

Since 2009-10, the average number of people through the doors of the Bendigo Visi-

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For heathcote, the average figure is around 15,500 a year.

The value of accommodation and tourism ticketing bookings taken via the Bendigo Vic Booking Service was $1.53million in 2012-13.

And while it is true that other sectors are worth more in economic terms, money is not the only reason why the council is so passionate about attracting big events here.

By showcasing our region to the rest of Victoria, Australia and other countries, we are promoting our region and boosting civic pride. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something everyone should support.

The council continues to partner with other levels of government to invest in facilities that make our region a great place to live, work and visit.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why we are supporting the expansion of the Bendigo Art Gallery and the construction of the 1000 seat Ulumbarra Theatre.

Council is proud to support tourism and major events and looks forward to continuing to do so for many years to come.

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IF you ever wondered how important good design is to a building, then look no further than the brand new Bendigo library on Hargreaves Street for the answer.

The Greater Bendigo council yesterday reported that “the new generation” library had seen a rise in visits of almost 26 per cent compared to the same time in 2012.

Since the stunning newlook library opened a month ago, it’s quickly become the talk of the town. People who have not visited a library in years have been quick to sing the praises of our new library, and I’ve never heard so many people talk about a library as I have in recent weeks.

Not only have visits increased, but so too has the number of residents signing up to become members of the library so as to borrow books and/or music from the collection.

All this at a time when many would have you believe books are supposedly fast becoming a thing of the past.

While it’s likely the number of people visiting the library will settle down in coming months once people’s initial curiosity is satisfied, there’s no doubt the new building has had an impact within the community.

It’s fast become a hub for Bendigonians, with its various meeting and performance spaces, some wonderful nooks and crannies that

are surrounded by state of the art technology. As the new home for the Bendigo Volunteer Resource Centre, the new library building is now the foundation for one of this city’s hardest working community groups and there’s a wonderful symbolism in having such a vital organisation under the same roof as something as important as the library.

FOR those sitting in the crowd at the Bendigo Stadium, last Sunday is a bit of a blur.

Bendigo Spirit, again, did the city proud, bringing home back-to-back WNBL titles, and doubling the amount of national sporting titles linked to the city.

There is a new phrase in the Bendigo lexicon – the Harrower hug – and we were privileged to be able to see it again on Sunday afternoon.

However, it was while watching the replay of the game on ABC1 the true impact of the win on Bendigo and the team became obvious.

During the mighty third term, Rachael Sporn, an Olympian, two-time league MVP and seven-time All Star, said the quality of basketball on display made her proud to be an Australian female basketballer.

She said the quality of basketball on display was some of the best in the world.

Later in the broadcast, towards the end of the match, the experts were commenting on how the Spirit had become the “powerhouse” of the WNBL. Pause for a bit and let

I’ve never heard so many people talk about a library Greater Bendigo mayor Barry Lyons says maintaining the community’s acceptance of the library and having the ability to offer new and varied community programs and services was crucial to the success of the project.

But making sure something as popular and as important as the library continues to be adequately funded and supported so as to meet community expectations, is now the challenge for the future. twitter @peterkennedy23 pk@bendigoweekly.com.au

those last three paragraphs sink in.

Two years ago, the Spirit was almost gone.

It didn’t exist seven years ago.

Despite this, a team from our city, created by our city, is a powerhouse of a national sporting competition, producing basketball that is making the best in its craft “proud”.

The WNBL is not just any competition.

Its national team, the Opals, is the second best in the world.

So, Bendigo is the powerhouse of a competition that produces the secondbest team in the world, and, probably soon, the best.

The ABC1 commentators also spoke at length about the community support of the city and how that has enabled the team to get where they were and put on such a good show.

When the Spirit’s name was revealed before its inaugural 2007-08 season, there was much shoulder-shrugging about the reason for its name.

Little did we know how apt it was.

Most towns and cities have plenty of “community spirit”.

Bendigo doesn’t have

any more or any less than the rest, but not too many have a top-line basketball team that thrives on it.

The Bendigo community now owns the Bendigo Spirit, and so it should.

It needs to be that way for the club to continue to be successful.

Hopefully, if other teams start to catch up, locals understand that and keep going to the games in droves.

However, there are a few people within the community that are the true Bendigo Spirit.

They are the ones who had the vision to go with the city’s spirit.

While it is dangerous to name names in situations like this, the Weekly feels that after such success, they need to be recognised.

Today, we want to name the following people and congratulate them for their effort, dedication and vision in doing what they have done-: John Brumby, Jacinta Allan, Kristi Harrower, Bernie Harrower, Wendy James, Dave Lennon, Jeremi Moule, Greg Bickley, Chris Richards, Paul De Araugo and Ray Wild. Apologies to anyone missed.

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HISTORIC: Tram 18 as part of Bendigoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.

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NAP Factory is the latest film from former Bendigo resident Luke Launer.

Mr Launer started his film career in Bendigo shooting several short films including his very first, No Control which stars Bendigo resident Daniel Reader.

Several scenes of Snap Factory were shot in King Street, Bendigo.

The film is about a rogue mental institution run by ex-military personnel who randomly kidnap people to be put through a series of demanding tests in order to create what they believe is the perfect soldier.

After training they are then sold off to black market investors.

Mr Launer said he will always class

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Bendigo as his second home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bendigo is a beautiful place, and there is so much opportunity for local and upcoming talent, you just need to know where to look,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Snap Factory was filmed over six days in April, 2013 and is in post production, Mr Launer is looking for a 2015 release and plans to have a screening in Bendigo.

Mr Launer has made several films including The Count which had its grand premiere at the Bendigo Cinemas in March 2011, the event was a complete sellout. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are so many wonderful people out there who are always on offer to lend a hand and help out which is great,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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but this project seeks to restore the tram to a 1914 look and feel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to ensure it can service its current clientele, particularly school groups in commemorating the Great War,â&#x20AC;? Mr Duivenvoorden said.

The tram will have photos on its external sides and internal panels of conflicts Australian defence forces have been engaged in over the past 100 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The graphics will include army, navy and airforce scenes as well as their support services,â&#x20AC;? Mr Duivenvoorden said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will include battle scenarios as well as defence force personnel in training barracks and normal life.â&#x20AC;?

If funded, this very specific talking tram will operate for the entire four year commemorative period until at least November 11, 2018.

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ENDIGO Tramways hopes to refurbish a 1914 tram to commemorate those who served in war.

They have applied for a grant as part of the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program.

The project would involve the refurbishment of an historic 1914 tram actually used by World War I soldiers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would like to refurbish Tram No 18 to reflect the era of the Great War,â&#x20AC;? Bendigo Tramways manager Jos Duivenvoorden said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to add new graphic and sound-scapes reflecting some of their life and battlefield experiences. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The tram was in service in the Malvern, Caulfield and Kew districts and would have been used by our men and women that served in all the armed forces of the time.â&#x20AC;?

The tram has seen many improvements over its 100 years of service,

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ET amid the 1964-1985 Brazilian military dictatorship and its aftermath, Brazilian author Edgard Telles Ribeiroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award winning political thriller His Own Man explores one manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all encompassing ambition during one of the most disturbing periods in his countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.

Marcilio Andrade Xavier, or Max, an intelligent and charming young diplomat at the Ministry of External Relations, reads Proust and Chekhov, Mao and Che Guevara, and considers the feminist movement â&#x20AC;&#x153;the greatest opportunity ever offered to men, whose appetites could now be sated as never beforeâ&#x20AC;?.

Morally flexible and artfully manipulative, he deftly engineers

a meteoric rise in the diplomatic ranks, managing to charm and enthrall everyone he meets while keeping the darker parts of his life and character, and his involvement with the CIA and MI6, a secret from all.

Told in the first person, our narrator is a younger colleague, who at first idolises Max then becomes disturbed by him as he realises the extent to which Max has deceived everyone, â&#x20AC;&#x153;himself above allâ&#x20AC;?.

This is an intellectual novel rather than an emotional one. As Max is a mystery to both friends and colleagues, so the narrator is a mystery to us, with very few details revealed about his identity.

Consequently, it is harder to identify or empathise with him and his

tone is often objective and a little distant, blunting the emotional impact.

Nevertheless, this is a complex, intelligent and engrossing novel. Both an outstanding political thriller and an exploration of Brazilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s descent into violence and oppression, it asks â&#x20AC;&#x153;How could we have reached this point in our country? In the name of what?

How could it be that one half of our population is dying from hunger and the other from fear?â&#x20AC;?

Ribeiro steers clear of easy answers and Hollywood endings, illuminating instead the complicated problems resulting from overwhelming ambition and a lust for power, and the consequences of seeing the world in terms of â&#x20AC;&#x153;usâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;themâ&#x20AC;?.

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GRAND OPENING: The new wing is sure to impress.

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T’S going to be exciting times in View Street this Saturday following the Friday night opening of the new $8.5 million wing of the Bendigo Art Gallery.

The Chinese Lion Dancers will be on the steps of the gallery on Saturday morning at 9.30am Greater Bendigo mayor Barry Lyons will welcome guests along with gallery director Karen Quinlan and members of the Bendigo community.

Cr Lyons has described the gallery as the largest in

regional Australia.

The new expansion includes the construction off six new gallery spaces, an enhanced entrance, much needed storage space, better linkage between the gallery and the cafe and a new frontage to Rosalind Park.

That Bendigo will be seen as a major cultural force in regional Australia has been reinforced by Cr Lyons.

He said that with the opening of the gallery extension, the recent opening of the new library and the creation of the new 1000-

seat theatre at the old Bendigo Gaol, Bendigo’s appeal as a centre of culture and education will be greatly enhanced.

“I’m very proud of what has been achieved at the gallery and I hope when people visit and inspect the finished product they will be too proud too because it is simply fantastic,” he said.

Saturday’s launch will also include performances, music and activities throughout the gallery and will continue during the day and into the evening.

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NOT RETIRED FROM ART: Sandra Sampson with her exhibition.

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HILE much is being made of the new Bendigo Art Gallery extensions a very respectable exhibition has been showing at nearby Dudley House.

Sandra Sampson has been painting all her life and in her retirement, has quite literally achieved a flowering of her work.

With much of the subject matter featuring organic motifs she has used an infinite range of colours to express her delight in the natural world about her.

I go wandering in the garden or the bush and I look at things close up, or under my feet.

Sandra has been delighted with the enthusiasm with which her exhibition has been received and has sold many of her paintings already.

Sandra taught pastel painting from her home in Inglewood for a number of years before moving to Bendigo.

She has been a member of Bendigo Art Society since its inception and has entered numerous Art Shows around Victoria where she has won many prizes in various mediums.

Between 1993 and 1995, her pastel studies were published in Australian Pastel Artist Magazine on several occasions and in 2001 she was the feature artist in the Pastel Artist International Magazine representing Australia.

For the past three years she been experimenting with textures and mixed media in a more contemporary style.

The work in her current exhibition has been done specifically for this exhibition and was completed over a period of 14 months Supported by Greater Bendigo, the exhibition was opened by councillor Rod Fyffe. It will run until March 18.

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Zip skids into trouble

Dear Dotty, I seem to have missed my invite to the new gallery expansion and feel very miffed.

Miffed, Mandurang

After a long drive, Zip the kelpie made his mark at the pool party

Dear Miffed, Gosh, poor you, I’ve got one. I mean everyone who’s anyone has an invitation to the ball my dear. Never mind, stay home and watch a DVD, maybe Cinderella, eat chocolates. Alternatively stage a protest along the lines of the arts becoming the preserve of bourgeoise capitalists, at least you’ll get your picture in the paper.

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E went to one of those barbecue-type events at the weekend, this one had an added horror though.

It was the dreaded “come and see our new pool” scenario.

I only swim in the pacific, or a private pool. The thought of hopping in a pool with people I know and usually see clothed is not on my list of “must do”.

Maybe 30 years ago there would have been a chance, certainly not now.

The long-suffering Mrs K is in the same camp, and her bathers live permanently in the cupboard unless we are Queensland bound.

So, we loaded up Zip the dog and the high octane tiramasu dessert and headed for the Huntly pool party.

On the way we picked up a cider fiend who was heading to the party, and this enabled her to drink more.

Lyn is one of those tidy ladies who wears various costumes deciding on the event

Dear Dotty, My builder is very attractive but I have run out of things for him to fix. What can I do to lure him back?

Jenny, Eaglehawk and time of day.

Unlike me, who wears jeans or a boilersuit depending on how much of it I am shovelling.

We arrived at the party and in among the greetings, Zip the kelpie ran out on the lawn and deposited fluid compost. Not wee I hasten to add.

This is hardly the greeting you like to see, but he managed quite a long line in front of the pool.

The hostess with the mostest suggested I find a shovel and cover the offending fertiliser, but I had to have a drink first.

With perfect timing I managed to arrive outside

just as the host had finished the deed, which she had to do by sniff as it was not really solid at all.

Zip had not a care in the world, and Mrs K revealed he had been sucking the marrow out of a sheep bone.

I am grateful he managed to hang on for an hour, but Kaz the host was not.

Lyn and Kaz hopped in the pool, slim in bikinis hardly causing a ripple. They had been careful not to tread in the new laid earth and who can blame them?

After a while we sat at the table to eat, Zip was fine and there was no repeat of his little accident.

He watched the chips and

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nibbles be consumed and then ran off to play.

Oh for the life of a dog.

Then again he was castrated 10 days ago, so life is not all bones and marrow.

While we were busy condemning Zip the following day I found solace in a curry I had made the week before.

You can guess the outcome. I am pleased I was at home.

I was thankful I didn’t have a pool party to go to either. Zip could get away with his special addition to the lawn.

Don’t think any amount of excuses would get me out of that one.

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Dear Jenny, Does he do extensions and can you afford one, that is the question. I’m a bit worried about you spending all this money. Can’t you just come out and say something like, look here old chap, how about we knock about together a bit?

Hammer a few nails together, make a baby’s bassinet.

No the latter suggestion is far too obvious.

A coffee table will probably be the best project to start with.

Give it a go. What’s the worst thing that can happen? He’ll say no?

In that case you can chase him around the house with an electric drill and tell him

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never to darken your door again.

Dear Dotty, I would like to buy a new dog (our last loyal chum died) but my wife says they’re too much trouble, how can I persuade her otherwise? I’ve offered to do all the work related to it.

Allan, Mandurang Dear Allan, Trade your wife in for the dog. She doesn’t sound very friendly.

Dear Dotty Every time I go to get a coffee I have to wait in line behind all these yummy mummies after they have been to the gym and dropped their babies at the creche. They look so smug and slim in their tight, three quarter length pants I want to smack them in the chops.

Teresa, (Address supplied) Dear Teresa, In my mum’s day they used to push the pram to the milk bar in their aprons, buy a packet of Peter Stuyvestant and then have a cuppa in the privacy of their own homes. I don’t know what the world is coming to.

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ENDIGOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Masons, The Woodhouse and The Brougham Arms will be joined by Castlemaineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Public INN and Heathcoteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Willow Room to compete for your patronage at the Bendigo Botanic Gardens this Sunday.

The dishes are only $8 and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry there will be a spirited amount of competition between the best chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the region for your custom.

Picnic with the Mad Hatter presented by Central Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own food network Food Fossickers will bring together the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best food producers, restaurants, wineries and breweries to present a family food and wine festival.

In conjunction with the Melbourne

Food and Wine Festival, the event is located in the shade of the recently upgraded Bendigo Botanic Gardens.

The festival begins at 10am and runs until 4pm, and will feature more than 30 vendors providing a range of food and beverage tastings, hawker-styled dishes and family friendly games and entertainment.

Festival goers are encouraged to bring a picnic rug or folding chairs, and settle in for a day in the park. Build your own picnic or just eat your way around the local offering, from olives and cheeses to fine fare from the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading restaurants.

Kids will definitely be entertained as

the Mad Hatter treats them to fun and games. Jumping sacks, egg and spoon races, fun sports and games are scheduled throughout the day. Adults too can enjoy the new gardens with scheduled tours by the Parksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bendigo team.

A ticket provides you with a tasting glass, access to all the vendors and activities and inclusion in prizes and competitions over the day. Children can participate in all family activities scheduled over the event duration. $10 per person online, $15 per person at the gate. Kids under three are free. Email enquiries: info@foodfossickers.com.au.

Paul Pitcher: The Woodhouse

The Woodhouse Wagyu burger Hand minced wagyu, melted Gruyère cheese, smoked bacon, brioche bun, butter lettuce, sweet beetroot, zucchini pickles, tomato.

The vegetarian option consists of swiss brown mushrooms instead of the meat.

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In keeping with the theme of a Regional Producers â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hawkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; style farmers market for this great event, Public INN has created a dish of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Asian inspired rice paper rollsâ&#x20AC;? featuring ingredients sourced within 100 miles of Bendigo.

Ben is pictured with the dish which will comprise of three rolls, each with differing local ingredients: â&#x20AC;˘ B&B Basil zucchini flower and Mount Alexander Fruit Gardens Golden Queen peach. â&#x20AC;˘ Hartlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yabby and B&B Basilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s purple basil shoots. â&#x20AC;˘ Jonai Farms ethical free-range pork, pickled Strathfieldsaye walnuts and B&B Basilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thai basil leaves. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have worked hard to develop a dish that is both gluten free and able to be offered to vegetarian guests,â&#x20AC;? Ben said.

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There will be two options on the day: 1.BBQ Yaphungah Meadow Graze char siu chicken salad.

Marinate chicken using soy, hoisin, honey, ginger, garlic, rice wine vinegar. Serve with the following: cucumber, bean shoots, B&B Basil, Thai basil, B&B basil, Shisho, shaved coconut, iceberg lettuce, black sesame seeds, toasted peanuts, Thai sweet and sour dressing and fried noodles.

Local food industry insider with Marika McMahon

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HEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S a lot of mythology around when is the optimum time for savouring the delights of fresh produce.

The one I swear by, that I may have made up myself, is that the best time for figs is the Grand Prix weekend.

It harks back to the days of leaving some of the family listening to the whine of practice laps while the rest of us went raiding secret, ancient fig trees.

The figs from IG Figs at the Bendigo Community Farmers Market last weekend were proof that the saying sticks.

Beautiful, plump and flavoursome they have sent me diving into the recipe books, I needed to do more than make jam with this lot.

Of course it is hard to beat the combination of figs, prosciutto and the aforementioned holy goat cheese.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m intrigued though by the photo flashing up on Facebook of an acquaintanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effort at a fig raw cheesecake from Frankie magazine. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real Sarah Wilson style natural goodness â&#x20AC;&#x153;cakeâ&#x20AC;? with crushed nuts instead of a bickie base and the figs are mixed with coconut yoghurt and a few other goodies.

Served with fresh figs and macadamias or pistachios on top, it looked healthily delicious.

McIvor Farm Pork Sausage with lentil salad, salsa verde and pickled celery.

Nick Anthony: Masons

Rockwood Cottage Lamb Cutlet with panzenella Salad Rockwood Cottage Lamb, Barfold kalamata olives, B&B Basil microherb salad mix, Maryborough mini roma tomatoes.

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2. Vegetarian and GF Option â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BBQ char siu silken tofu salad: served with cucumber, bean shoots, B&B Basil Thai basil, B&B Basil Shisho, shaved coconut, iceberg lettuce, black sesame seeds, toasted peanuts, Thai sweet & sour dressing, fried noodles.

Tell me why I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like Mondays

AST time we ran an article on the terrific pub meals at the McIvor Hotel/Restaurant we mistakenly said that they were open for lunch on a Monday.

We were wrong. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just for Monday dinner. So letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s try again.

The pub is actually open for meals seven days a week but to be sure lunch or dinner is being served on a particular day, just give them a ring and be ready for a friendly welcome and service.

54 McIvor Rd, Bendigo. Phone 5444 2700.

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We went with a main course with figs, yet another Yotam Ottolenghi offering. Frenched lamb cutlets from Dave at Flora Hill meats marinated overnight in olive oil, garlic, rosemary. Served with a salad of figs, goats cheese, rocket and walnuts with a sauce made of reduced orange juice, cinnamon, star anise and honey.

Thank goodness for Ian and Glennisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; figs from Moama â&#x20AC;&#x201C; saves me having to turn to food foraging.

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whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on... in association with KLFM radio 96.5FM Friday and Saturday Eaglehawk Secondary College 50th Anniversary: Friday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Art Show, 7.30pm to 9pm at Wes Vine Performing Arts Centre. $10 per head, cheese and wine.

Saturday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; history displays 10.30am to 4pm, Grieve Community Building. Free entry.

2.30 pm roll call. Saturday Night Gala Dinner 6.30pm for 7pm to 11pm. Bendigo Exhibition Centre, Bendigo Showgrounds. $55 per head, two course dinner, BYO drinks. Tickets: 5446 8099 Saturday, March 15 Moving into a retirement forum: To discuss the options of moving into a retirement setting. 10am to 12.30pm, light lunch to follow. Uniting Church Hall, 23 Forest Street.

Details: 5443 5909.

Family dance: Bendigo East Hall, 8pm. Music by Emu Creek Bush Band, tickets $8.

Irish Theme so come along dressed in green if you like. A plate of supper is appreciated.

Details: 5442 1153.

Sunday, March 16 Heartbeat Victoria: General meeting, Uniting Church Hall,

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BLISS N ESO are hitting up Bendigo, in a sold-out national tour set to take stage in May this year.

The three piece Australian hip-hop band will show their lyrical genius and musical stylings to live outdoor shows in their headline tour across April to May. Riding the wave of success, Bliss N Esoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s number one album, Circus Under The Stars, was the eighth best seller of 2013 and remains in the ARIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top 50 albums.

MC Bliss, Jonathan Notley, MC Eso, Max Mackinnon and Dj Izm, Tarik Ejjamai are the fluid trio behind one of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest exports.

When Bliss N Eso broke into the music industry a decade ago, Australian hip-hop was unheard of. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s taken 10 years to get here with the success of the albums. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bonus to be awarded but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really about the music, the listener, the magic of it all and keeping it original and fresh,â&#x20AC;?

MC Eso said.

Circus Under The Stars is a more personal album, broaching the power of positivity, of music and of the mind. Since their humble beginnings, Bliss N Eso have brought the Australian hip-hop culture to life, far beyond a decade of negativity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very organic, very freestyle process. If the hook and lyrics are catchy people of all ages listen,â&#x20AC;? MC Eso said.

Seth Sentry, Ceekay Jones and the Hor-

Monday, March 17 Trivia Night: Eaglehawk Town Hall at 7pm.

Make up a table of six or fewer. Admission $15 each.

Byo nibbles, non alcoholic drinks and glasses. Details: 5448 3912.

Tuesday, March 18 Pancake Day: Golden Square Uniting Church Hall,10am to 1pm. $5 for two pancakes with toppings and a cuppa. Details: 5443 1809.

Exhibitions: Elisa Stone: Liquid Skies: To March 23, La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre.

Tim Handfield: Plenty: To April 27 (Opening Sat 8 March, 2-4pm), La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre.

Exhibition by Dylan Fowler: To March 31, Bob Boutique & Gallery.

Genius & Ambition: the Royal Academy of Arts, London 1768-1918: Bendigo Art Gallery: To June 9, 42 View Street. Bookings required.

For further information visit www.royalacademybendigo. com

BLISS N ESO rorshow will drop beats to make this one of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest headline hip-hop tours.

MC Eso said the boys started playing live shows early, reaching out to fans even before they hit the big time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Touring all these small towns, the people were hungry for new talent to come through. We wanted to create our fan-base,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Bliss N Eso will take to the outdoor

stage at Bendigo Showgrounds on May 10 and 15 to play to an all-ages crowd. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be a live band with us, the songs will have a kind of new life to them,â&#x20AC;? MC Eso said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to keep making music. The best song has not been written yet.â&#x20AC;?

To find out more visit www.blissneso.com or find tickets at http://www.moshtix.com.au.

- Christine McGinn

Hitting the Sweet spot

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THE Sweet is returning for their first big Australian tour since 2004, including Bendigo.

The British rock band rose to worldwide fame in the 1970s, and as a prominent glitter rock act, they have sold in excess of 55 million records worldwide and are still touring 46 years after their formation in 1968.

The band achieved notable success in the UK charts, with 13 Top 20 hits during the 1970s alone, with Block Buster! topping the chart, followed by

three consecutive number two hits in Hell Raiser, The Ballroom Blitz and Teenage Rampage.

Their first self-written and produced single, Fox on the Run, reached number one in the Australian charts and became the biggest selling single of the year followed by two more number ones, Ballroom Blitz and Peppermint Twist.

The Sweet had their last Top 10 hit in 1978 with Love Is Like Oxygen.

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EFORE the gold rush began in the Australian colonies in 1851, there were already a number of Chinese in several of our colonies.

Chinese had been working on squatter stations, involved as importers, commerce and some were labourers.

When gold was discovered, the influx of people was initially from Europe and the Americas however after only a few years, a trickle of Chinese started arriving.

The Californian goldrush, which preceded that of Australia by two years, had attracted a significant number of Chinese from the same area of southern China as those that later came here.

A system of funding those who were keen to try their luck from the Pearl River Delta had already been established in the Toi Shan area.

So it did not take long for this organisation of sponsoring men from many different villages to make their way to Victoria.

As pointed out last week, the dream of riches to bring back home and help one’s family was common to the Chinese as well as the European diggers.

The trickle of Chinese arrivals began to increase markedly by 1854 and as

they frequently worked in large groups on the goldfield they could achieve much through that form of organisation.

I had mentioned before that there was a strong undertone of prejudice against the Chinese. Some of the derisive terms have already been mentioned.

Other terms used to describe the Chinese in a very derogatory way was to refer to them as “Tartars” or “Mongolians”, the implication at that time being that in some way these were lesser beings.

Little did the European digging population realise the 5000 years continuity of Chinese culture and civilization from where these “foreigners” came.

There had been many influences which came to bear on, and become part of, this ancient culture.

One to have a profound influence on the Chinese thinking was Confucius, who lived more than 2600 years ago.

It could be said that Confucius was a great instructor who came to espouse and teach a system of religio–political morality.

Positivism was one of the hallmarks of Confucian teaching. Confucianism is a philosophy, rather than a religion, it drew on the

THE SEARCH IS ON: This photo of the Bendigo Stock Exchange members c1902 is being researched.

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LOST HISTORY: The Guan Gong temple before demolition.

experience of the past, touching on social interaction, political governance, mutual obligation, obedience, filial piety, veneration of ancestors, justice, virtue and etiquette.

Scholarship and study was highly valued.

We can easily understand the attributes many were shown by Guan Gong as indicated last week, and how these were very closely allied to the teachings of Confucius.

Guan Gong was the main deity worshiped by the Chinese that came to Bendigo, or Dai Gum San, (Big Gold Mountain), as this place was referred to.

There were a number of temples constructed quite soon after a sizeable number of Chinese were

in Bendigo.

The Chinese were allocated and required to settle in various places on the goldfield, where supposedly they would be “protected” as per legislation which had been put into effect by the colonial parliament.

One of these settlements was known as the Ironbark Chinese Camp at Emu Point.

The place of worship was referred to by Europeans as a Joss House.

At the temple, joss sticks were burnt when making intercessions and supplications to Guan Gong and the ancestors.

In about 1860 there was a weatherboard temple constructed in the Ironbark Chinese Camp.

But according to reports of the time, it was not well built.

However in September 1870, a brick temple to be dedicated to Guan Gong was started and it was considered to be a ‘vast improvement on the old plainly constructed one of wood’.

The older temple had been permitted to fall into disrepair perhaps because the plans for the new brick one were already well advanced.

The new temple to Guan Gong was to be completed for the Chinese New Year early in 1871.

Our accompanying photograph of the Guan Gong temple was taken in about 1933 two years before it was demolished.

Annual Family History Expo will take place at the Kangaroo Flat Leisure Centre this Sunday.

More than 60 specialist consultants will attend to give advice to beginners to those still desperately seeking for lost souls after years of searching.

The whole gambit of life is covered from birth, baptisms, migration, convicts, First Fleet pioneers, the goldfields, railways, maps, land holdings, old houses, marriages, photographs, mining, military service, sports deaths, burials and how to store all your records and turn your research into a Family History book to preserve your history.

The expo experience will open the hobby of family history. It may prompt thoughts of travel to the ancestral homeland. It certainly helps grandparents tell the family story to the next generation and to name the people in the family photographs.

Come along and enjoy a day delving into history. March 16, Kangaroo Flat Leisure Centre, Browning Street from 10am to 4pm $10 entry fee. www.bendigofamilyhistory.org Ph: 5446 9474; bendigogen@gmail.com - David Cotton

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ExcitEmEnt builds for gourmEt picnic This sunday, the Bendigo Botanic Gardens will showcase what is shaping up to be one of this year’s most exciting events on the local food and wine calendar. Central Victoria’s not-for-profit regional food champions, Food Fossickers, will be presenting a very special picnic day in conjunction with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.

“Picnic with The Mad Hatter” will see a variety of local restaurants, wineries and food producers join forces to create a brilliant family fun day, filled with a full program of kid’s games, prizes, treasure hunts, garden tours and of course food – in a picnickers’ haven.

… bring your picnic blanket, folding chair and appetite, and settle in for a day of wine, food and music …

Five of the regions most celebrated venues will come together to create the festival’s restaurant ‘hub’ where each venue will offer a restaurant quality dish for just $8. They will be complimented by a variety of local food and beverage producers, providing both tastes and food product sales, for guests to select their favourite items and build their very own picnic spread. Items available include charcuterie styled meats, preserves and condiments, award winning cheeses, breads, muffins, puddings, biscuits and even locally made ice cream.

Quality beverages are also taken care of, with regional wines, craft beer, cider, coffee and cold drinks all available. Tickets are selling quickly to this limited numbers event, priced at $10 pre-event purchase and $15 at the gate (subject to availability).

Attendees are encouraged to make a day of it, bring your picnic blanket, folding chair and appetite, and settle in for a day of wine, food and music, while the kids involve themselves in a variety of fun and physical activity.

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Bendigo’s only red gum chargrill and wood fired pizza’s. Using premium Wagyu, dry aged and grain fed beef and the very best in fresh, regional produce all cooked on our unique red gum fired chargrill. $20 Lunch Special Choose any wood fired pizza with our selected glass of wine or craft beer.

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In fact business has been continually growing since moving from Goornong to Bendigo in 2010. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can supply and install anything from decorative steel fencing in both tubular and steel pickets to custom-made balustrades in powder-coated steel, stainless steel and glass,â&#x20AC;?

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So after all your good work over summer, now are you going to sit on the couch and put it all back on? Or are you going to keep your summer body and workout at home with some fitness equipment from Mr Rental?

Mr Rental has equipment that will suit your needs. They have Exercise bikes that you can either adjust manually or computer controlled bikes that program in hills and valleys to keep your ride interesting. There are cross trainers that give you a low impact

workout that is like skiing, ideal if you hope to get up to the snow this year. All this equipment is well maintained and nice and quiet so you can even still watch TV while you work out.

Of course Mr Rental also has treadmills that suit all speeds and sizes of people.

From a basic walker that can go as slow as you like, right up to a runner that will carry 125kg and go at 16kph and while that might not sound fast compared to a car at 16k you would travel over 5 km 20 minutes So if you want to stay fit this Autumn and Winter or get fit then give Daryl and Kristine at Mr Rental a call on 5433 5222 or 1800 880 778 or call in to 80b Garsed Street, Bendigo.

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ILES Direct is a clearance outlet stocking a vast range of heavily discounted floor and wall tiles, mosaics, listellos, laminate flooring, decorative tiles and adhesive.

Tiles start from just eight dollars a square metre and there is enough variety to suit even the most discerning customer, with plenty of stock on hand.

Stock is changing all the time so come in and have a wander around the clearance area. No need to order and wait for stock to arrive, just drive in, load up and take your

tiles home on the same day.

All tiling accessories, adhesives, grout and free advice are also available. Whether you are in the trade, a DIY enthusiast or a novice, Tiles Direct staff will be able to help you work out exactly what you need.

Open from 7.30am Monday to Friday and Saturday 8.30am until 12.30pm Tiles Direct Clearance Outlet adjacent to Tuddenhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Carpet Court and World of Tiles at 32 Humme Place, just across from Hume and Iser. Phone 5443 1011.

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Slow time for trout FRESHWATER FISHING

NICK ATYEO

STEALTH: Dion Duvoisin with a r. golden perch from the Loddon Rive

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ARKERS Creek Reservoir is usually the most reliable of local waters where Bendigo Fly fishers’ can expect to at least see, if not catch, a trout. Like many other trout waters, in Northeast Victoria, the Snowy Mountains, and Tasmania. The fishing so far this season has at best been slow.

The only “local” water that has had consistent reports of trout being caught is Lake Wendouree in Ballarat.

There have been some good reports from Hepburn Lagoon, but even in this lake, the fishing seems to have slowed recently.

The hot weather over spring and summer has no doubt played a large part in the fishing being quiet and fishers staying home rather than going out in the extreme heat.

The fish should still be there.

I think it is probably a matter of persistence. Now that we have had a few cooler nights.

Fly fishers could try fishing at different times of the day, at one or more of the many trout stocked lakes in our region. Late autumn is sometimes the time when Australian smelt start to

appear in our reservoirs. In particular, Malmsbury Reservoir, Cairn Curran Reservoir, Tullaroop Reservoir, and even at Barkers Creek Reservoir. Some very exciting fly fishing can be had if you can find a large trout chasing schools of smelt in the shallows.

Best flies are a Bag Fly or a Tom Jones Fly. In some years, early May (yes, around Mother’s Day) is a good time to be out fishing.

The Bendigo and District Fly Fishers Club held its annual Clean Up Day at Barkers Creek Reservoir on Clean Up Australia Day. Members collected eight large bags of rubbish. The rubbish consisted mainly of empty drink bottles and cans.

Indicating that anglers are willing to carry full bottles and cans of drink to their chosen fishing spot on hot days, but fail to take the empty containers home. Members also noted that there was not as much rubbish as in previous years.

Perhaps due to the fishing at the reservoir being poor and less anglers fishing at the reservoir. Another comment was that the amount of fishing line left behind had decreased.

This of course is good for the environment and wildlife.

Legal Murray cod hold out FLY FISHING

JOE SINGE

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OUND four of the Central Victorian Lure Casters Super Series was held earlier this month at Serpentine on the Loddon River with 55 anglers attending.

Plenty of structure and ideal water clarity for lure fishing proved insufficient to entice a legal Murray cod, however 15 undersize cod, 23 golden perch and a solidarity redfin were caught which kept the statisticians busy at the end of the round.

While none of the Murray cod were legal it indicates a promising future for the Loddon River downstream of Bridgewater.

The round’s largest cod went to David Adams with a 43cm fish and a $385 prize purse.

Justin Rees took home the main prize board and $165 cash for leading the points placing, followed by Jamie Roberts and Bryan Peters in second and third place.

Keep an eye on their website: www.cvlcss.com for round four details which are yet to be finalised.

On February 15 members of the Bendigo Legion Angling Club endured damp overnight

conditions on the Goulburn River above Nagambie with no luck.

Bait seemed to outperform the lures, but still did not guarantee a legal size fish.

However several members experienced periods of frenzied activity with brief encounters with venomous snakes and stinging wasps.

Members will have to be content with organising their own freshwater action until the Club ventures to Mulwala in April for the Seeker Pairs.

A return trip to Western Port Bay has been scheduled for March 22 and 23 after an absence of a few years with accommodation at the French View Caravan Park.

Meanwhile closer to home Lake Eppalock and Cairn Curran Reservoir have received significant stockings in the past fortnight of fingerling sized golden perch as part of the increased stocking regime scheduled for every second year.

The Campaspe River downstream of Eppalock also benefited with an additional stocking of thousands of perch.

While numbers are yet to be confirmed, more than 250,000 additional perch have now been stocked in local waters thanks to the ongoing drought recovery program instigated by fisheries.

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UE to recent fleet expansion, Hertz has moved to 42 to 46 Midland Highway, Epsom where you will find a great range of vehicles for that recreation or business trip, ideal for a week or weekend of adventure to the great outdoors.

Hertz has a large range of 4WD vehicles to suit all of your passenger and load requirements. Some vehicles are even fitted with tow bars, a necessity to get the boat to your favourite fishing spot.

Or for that box trailer

NEW LOCATION: Plenty on offer from Hertz. (which can also be hired from Hertz) for all your camping gear and essential supplies.

Hertz car and truck rentals can also provide eight, 12 and 25 seat minibuses to cater for your

next sporting club trip or group outing.

And as an added incentive to get out-andabout this autumn Hertz are offering a 15 per cent discount to all vehicles until June 30.

For all your canvas needs

(Not available with other offers)

Lockwood Canvas should be your first and last stop for all your Canvas manufacturing and repair requirements.

We save you money with lower overhead costs.

All products mentioned here are made on site. No imported canvas products are sold through Lockwood Canvas Repairs.

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Caravan annexes made to your requirements

Ute and Tonneau covers

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Campers made to suit your own trailer

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We also sell Blinds, Awnings.

Holland and Vertical blinds. Which are all Aussie made. All types of repairs.

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10am - 8pm.

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DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Stiff & sore back Experienced masseur Phone 0421 029 009

Long’s Chinese Massage We are celebrating our 1st birthday, book in and enjoy

20% OFF DISCOUNT IN APRIL A qualified, experienced and caring masseur, located in Strathfieldsaye.

PUBLIC NOTICES ROCKN'ROLL and Swing Lessons at St Andrew's Hall, Myers St, Bendigo.

Every Monday night at 7.30pm. Details call Frank 0417 461 309

Local Classifieds $2.85

Specialising in HEADACHE, WRY NECK, FROZEN SHOULDER, SORE BACK.

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Ring Steven 0433 187 296

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DANCELAND

QUIT CIGARETTES

Enjoy a night of dancing each Saturday night at the Uniting Church Hall.

Forest St, Bendigo. 8pm - 11.30pm. Entry $8.

Great music and supper.

Ph. Colin 5447 9783

In 60 minutes with a life time guarantee.

Also weight loss & gastric band hypnosis. Bendigo every Wednesday.

Ph 0400 573 369.

FROM THE BIBLE JOHN 15:12,13

My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no-one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Birthdays, Weddings, Any Occasion!

You’re Invited... to spend an evening with best friends and loved ones whilst eating great food and dancing to fabulous music with our DJ. When: Day or night of your choice Where: Bendigo Pottery Function Centre What to Bring: 50 - 250 of your friends & family

Goldfields Catering

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CAPSULE HIRE

$50 for 4 months B Bendigo Child Restraint Fitting Centre offers a complete installation service of all types of car restraints from new born to 8 years. Costa is a certified and registered member with ACRI, being also the owner guarantees personalised service and the highest quality installation possible with over 20 years experience in fitting child restraints in vehicles.

Bendigo Child Restraint Fitting Centre 8 Caradon Way, Eaglehawk • Ph: 0419 371 586 Monday to Friday 10am-5pm. • Bookings Essential Mo BELLAH MAY DRYDEN

BABY KOLONE

OLIVIA KATE WIEGARD

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was born at

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Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health

March 11, 2014

March 12, 2014

3860 grams

3620 grams

Daughter of Ashlee and Leigh Dryden

Daughter of Stacey Bull

LINCOLN JAMES-WATTIE HICKEY was born at Bendigo Health

March 11, 2014 2750 grams

March 9, 2014

Daughter of Kellie Barras

3960 grams

and Leigh Wiegard of Son of Amy Hickey

of Puckapunyal.

and Rowden Kolone of

Golden Square. Sister

Sister for Ayva.

Kangaroo Flat.

for Austin.

of Long Gully.

HUDSON LUKAS JAMES CAREY

XAVIER MITCHELL CURNOW

OLIVIA TWIGG

MIKAYLA JAYNE PENNY

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was born at

was born at

was born at

St John of God

St John of God

St John of God

Bendigo Health

March 9, 2014

March 10, 2014

March 6, 2014

March 11, 2014

3118 grams

3750 grams

1980 grams

3702 grams

Daughter of Lisa and

Daughter of Tania

Son of Jasmine and Lukas

Son of Victoria and

Luke Twigg of Bears

Cursons and Justin Penny

Carey of Golden Square.

Michael Curnow of

Lagoon. Sister for

of California Gully. Sister

Brother for Chloe.

Kangaroo Flat.

Ebony and Abby.

for Taneisha and Riley.

RAFFERTY ANDREW SYLVESTER STEVENS

CHLOE MAE WICKS

was born at Bendigo Health February 27, 2014 3054 grams Son of Rebekah and Leigh Stevens of Strathfieldsaye.

Brother for Archie, Hugo (dec), Georgia, Isabella and Flynn.

was born at Bendigo Health February 20, 2014 3160 grams Daughter of Anthea and

BABY WEAR

Matthew Wicks

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Earn $500 - $6,000 plus per month Part/Full Time.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Business Brokers 03 5333 4914 www.madins.com.au

STRATH LOTTERIES FOR SALE $650K + SAV Tattslotto, Cards and Cigarette Express Business located in a strong retail precinct adjoining McDonalds, Australia Post, and other leading retailers - Delightfully set up and easy to run. If you are in the market for a Tatts Business showing solid growth, Call TREVOR MADIN: 0401 538 186

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1 hour Relaxation Massage $20 Book & pay for a 1 hour Aromatherapy Relaxation Massage & get your 2nd for $20... that‛s a saving of 66%...WOW! must be taken prior to 30/4/14, not transferrable or valid with any other offer

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CASUAL WORK Distribute Catalogues in your local area.

Up to $150/wk for 8-14hrs work.

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EMPLOYMENT INTERSTATE DRIVER We are in search of a professional B double operator. Hopefully with skills in refrigeration and general freight with a 'can do attitude,' to help our family company grow and retain its good name in the transport industry.

Vic roads print out a must. Above award wages and conditions apply.

Please apply: 03 5429 3000 or jittrans@bigpond.net.au

Medical Audio Typist (Fulltime) High St Xray is a modern, comprehensive radiology service dedicated to providing an outstanding service to the people of Bendigo and surrounding communities. Our clinic is conveniently located less than 1km from the centre of Bendigo, and has plenty of parking for patients and staff.

Due to our expansion, an opportunity now exists for an experienced audio typist to join our team.

Medical typing experience is essential, and experience in radiology will be highly regarded. You should be able to work autonomously when required, and also as part of a cohesive team that is focused on providing excellent service/care to our patients and referrers. It will be an expectation of the role that you also learn our reception procedures and provide relief for our receptionists as required.

In return we offer a flexible, supportive working environment where you will be appreciated for your contribution.

Interested candidates should forward their resume, focusing on their ability to fulfil the requirements of this role to: Judy Forde, Office Supervisor Email: jforde@highstxray.com.au Ph: 03 5441 9999 Applications close Tuesday 18th March 2014

$7.25 per cm/col

Applications close 31 March 2014.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Price includes colour, scanning of images and clip art etc.

POSITION VACANT DENTAL ASSISTANT

Integrated Smiles has a position available for a part time experienced dental assistant. We are looking for a well presented team player who will enjoy working in a busy, modern dental surgery and with a positive and caring attitude.

Please email your resume to reception@integratedsmiles.com

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Become a Compeer volunteer and from just 1 hour a week, help someone with a mental illness bridge the friendship gap, build social skills and boost their self-esteem Don’t worry, we’ll be with you each step of the way: • Obligation free info sessions • Free training • Ongoing support

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Earn extra cash, take part in our incentive schemes, keep fit and have some fun as a member of our Weekly Walkers Club.

You won’t have to stand around folding advertising material for hours beforehand – just pick up and go! In addition, we will supply you with a trolley and offer a top payment rate. As a member of our Weekly Walkers’ Club you will take part in our incentive program. We will keep you up-to-date via our regular newsletter and you’ll have the full support of our distribution team.

Register your interest now – for an application form

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“I never realised that volunteering would be so easy, and make me feel so good about myself.”

Includes Continental breakfast each day.

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5 & 7 Night and Family Packages also available.

Cnr Corowa & Tocumwal Rd Mulwala • www.suncountry.com.au • info@suncountry.com.au

For enquiries, please contact Deborah Gates on (03) 5443 7277.

For further information and to apply online, visit our Get Involved page and search job reference number 493119.

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Volunteer @ Compeer

For 2 adults in one of our spacious Luxury Villas.

Enrich the life of a resident of an aged care facility by offering friendship and companionship through regular visits. The Community Visitors Scheme (CVS) is a Commonwealth Government Initiative seeking volunteers to provide companionship to socially isolated residents living in aged care facilities. We match a volunteer with a resident of an aged care facility based on interests, hobbies, background and life experiences. Visits to the resident are weekly or fortnightly.

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TRAINING & EDUCATION

Interested in

Printmaking as an Art form?

Learn how to make Relief Prints & Copper Etchings at

Platemark Studio.

For information on Classes, Contact: Linda Perry MVA

H: 5442 5216 M: 0427 506 419

TRAM BOAT TRIP Tues 29th April..................................................$85 BRIGHT GALA DAY Sat 3rd May.....................................................$60 BRYAMINE HOMESTEAD - High Tea Fri 23rd May....................................................$75 MYSTERY XMAS IN JUNE Wed 25th June.................................................$80

2014 TOURS SYDNEY - The Lion King 4 Days 24th March ...................................$950 t/s LAKES ENTRANCE 4 Days 31st March...................................$599 t/s TASMANIA - Autumn Time Tour 12 Days 22nd April............................Ad $3250 t/s ......................................................Pens $3200 t/s BATEMAN’S BAY 6 Days 27th April ...................................$1150 t/s ADELAIDE - VICTOR HARBOUR - Kangaroo Island 6 Days 11th May .......................$1595 t/s WARNAMBOOL -PORTLAND Great Ocean Road 4 Days 13th May ............................$750 t/s MILDURA - Wentworth 4 Days 20th May ......................................$495 t/s BROKEN HILL - The Accessible Outback 5 Days 2nd June .......................................$950 t/s PORT STEPHENS - Port Macquarie 9 Days 15th June ....................................$1950 t/s MERIMBULA - Sapphire Coast 6 Days 6th July .........................................$990 t/s LIGHTNING RIDGE - Outback NSW 7 Days 19th July......................................$1595 t/s CENTRAL AUSTRALIA - Ghan 13 Days 12 August.............................Ad $4295 t/s ..................Senior $4025 t/s.....Gov Pens $3950 t/s HERVEY BAY - GOLD COAST - Fraser Island 12 Days 14th August................................$2695t/s GOLD COAST - Outback Spectacular 10 Days 1st Sept......................................$1650 t/s KANGAROO ISLAND - Victor Harbour 7 Days 11th Sept.....................................$1875 t/s CANBERRA FLORIADE 5 Days 24th September..............................$975 t/s MILDURA COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 5 Days 26th Sept.......................................$899 t/s EYRE PENINSULA - The forgotten Corner 7 days 7th October..................................$1695 t/s SYDNEY - Blue Mountains 7 Days 12th October................................$1695 t/s MURRAY RIVER RUN 7 Days 23rd October................................$2250 t/s HUNTER VALLEY - Christmas Lights HVG 7 Days 14th November.............................$1725 t/s

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Services Offered ARNOLD'S

Digger & Trenching Service •Post Holes •Trenching •Ripping •Rotary Hoeing •Levelling •4 in 1 Bucket Phone: 0419 471 541

COMPUTER PROBLEMS?

CHEAP RATES - 7 DAYS PC REPAIRS OR TRAINING WINDOWS 8 READY

PH ALLAN 5447 2965 OR 0417 526 140

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.

Paths, driveways, cross overs, sheds, small & big jobs, Cheap rates.

Free quotes.

Ph. 0422 424 348.

BRICKLAYERS

Driveways Paths etc Free Quotes

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

Ph 5446 7057 or 0418 370 917.

BRICKLAYER Tradesman, houses, sml jobs, fences, letter boxes, BBQs & block work. Good Rates. Ph 0458 360 401

CARPENTER

Repairs & Alterations Doors Hung, Locks Fitted & All General Carpentry Ph Jack 0457 653 473

CAR REMOVALS. Ph 0402 775 329

CLEANER •Office & Home Cleaning •All Non-Toxic Products •Safe for around Children Call Maree 0438 052 294

TAYLORS CLEANING Specialising in domestic & exit cleans.

Ph 0417 911 254

CONCRETER

CONCRETER Ph. 0428 381 925 CONCRETER Driveways, paths, shed floors, spray on patterns, free quotes, no job too small. Ph 0408 204 114

DOG WALKER Reasonable Rate Phone Mia 0431 499 497

ELECTRICIAN All types of work.

Free quotes Wiegard Electrical.

Ph 0419 367 071.

EPSOM PAVING Pathways, Patios Garden Edging etc.

Ken Tresize Ph 0419 374 062

BENDIGO AT HOME HAIRDRESSING Affordable 7 Days.

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

WE COME TO YOU

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AIR CONDITIONING

TempTech AIR CONDITIONING

Evaporative coolers should be serviced at least ONCE PER YEAR in order to work efficiently, so to make sure you stay COOL this summer

phone Nathan: 0407 972 717 bendigotemptech@hotmail.com

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

ANTENNAS

HANDYMAN SERVICE Lawns, odd jobs, Tip runs. Walk behind slashing. If I can do it, I will. Phone Ash

0427 096 404

TILER

Wall & floor tiling, Waterproofing & complete bathroom reno's Ph 0467 044 943

TILING

Worksafe Prov #HO7451

waterproofing, caulking, specialised in complete bathroom renovations.

Call Conrad for a free quote on 0423 421 931 www.versatile-pro.com.au

Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping

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

Spraying (Roundup)

$35 per hr/ $30 pen Rubbish Removal $70 per load/$65 pen (incl tip fee $31) for 7x4 square box trailer.

Classifieds 1300 558 385

NO tyres, computers or rock/ clean fill. Mattresses $10 extra

BIN HIRE

Ph Mick 5448 5402 or 0407 448 249

7,*(5

PAINTING & DECORATING Interiors, exteriors, free quotes, no job too small, 40 yrs exp. Ph. 0407 412 977 Colin Wright

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PLASTERER

• Domestic • Commercial

• Holes Patched

• Competitive rates

• Renovations

• Loading available

Skilled Handyman

• Locally owned & operated

Services Include

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

PJ TAYLOR 5446 1422 PLASTER

All types of plastering.

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

Ph. Brian 0407 679 618

LITTLE RIPPER Digger Service

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

POST HOLES

Millers Holes Mobile 0418 510 217.

SPLIT SYSTEMS

Heating & Cooling.

Supply and installation.

Electrical and plumbing.

Free quotes.

Ph 0419 367 071.

Ph: Glenn or Donna

5446 7163 or 0418 510 074

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

Sherlock Soil Works Excavator Bobcat Tipper Post Holes Trenches Site Cleans Pools Driveways Site Cuts 5 ton Excavator with Post Hole Attachment and Rock Breaker

ABN: 62 094 744 216

PH 0417 511 159

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SJK EXCAVATIONS

CARPENTRY

Commercial, Industrial and Domestic Earthworks w • Post Holes • 5 ton • Trenching excavator • Driveways with post hole • Site Cuts attachment • Posi Track • Site clean ups bobcat • Free Quotes

Phone Stuart 0407 514 797 sjkexcavations@yahoo.com.au •

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BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING COM PET RATE ITIVE S

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0418 508 993

Licenced drainer 31741

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CARPENTRY

Paul Eyles Carpentry Qualified tradesman • 18 Years experience

Specialising in Renovations & Outdoor Areas

All Trades Available Tiling Plastering Painting Electrical Plumbing

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CLEANING SERVICES

• CARPET CLEANING • OFFICE CLEANING • BUILDERS CLEANS • DOMESTIC CLEANING

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• Small Business Specialist, BAS • Accounts Payable & Receivable • Reckon Accounts Training & Sales

Phone Annette 0413 183 836

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CONCRETE PIPING

Over 10 Years Experience Free Quotes

GARDAM E X C AVA T I O N

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Bricklaying

• On trailer • With or without operator • Short or long term • Delivery can be arranged

Phone Ross 0418 364 125

Decks

Serving Bendigo for 20 Years

Sick of waiting for a brickie?

1.5 TONNE MINI EXCAVATOR FOR HIRE

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Quality Cleaning Services

BRICKLAYERS

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BOOK KEEPING

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• Laser Levelled Site cuts • Landscaping • Driveways • Backyard clean-ups • Postholes • Trenching

BOOKKEEPING

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Commercial C i l Domestic New Houses Insurance Labour Hire Fences Free Quotes

Call Fred red 0 0429 429 4 434 34 405

Backhoe Trenching Post Hole Borer

& PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

BUILDERS

Specialising in alterations & additions

Using our 5 ton excavator 4.5 ton skid steer & ten metre tipper

0448 713 499

BUILDERS

LEON BEATTY 0415 503 875

• Painting

Bobcat & Tipper Hire

KITCHEN, BATHROOMS

• General Earthmoving • Post and Stump Hole Drilling • Site Levelling and Clearing • Soil and Rubbish Removal • Landscape Preparation • Electrical and Plumbing Trenching • Fully Licensed and Insured • Prompt Reliable Service

• Fencing

James Sherlock Ph: 0407 472 775

BATHROOMS & KITCHENS

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

Ph. Nathan 54354106

or 0407 507 841

BUILDERS

NEED A CARPENTER?

CALL DISTINCTIVE CARPENTRY!

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Services Offered CONCRETING

FLOOR SERVICES

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Local Classifieds

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Driveways, Footpaths, Patios, Sheds Colours, Paving, Retaining Walls Liability Insured - Council Approved

Sanding & Polishing of all Timber & Cork Floors, New and Old

ELECTRICIANS

GREG SMITH

Call Luke Phone: 5447 1526 Mobile: 0422 897 575

Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman

FIRE & SMOKE ALARMS

Over 37,500 copies circulating Central Victoria each week.

HOME MAINTENANCE

COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL DOMESTIC COMMERC Mains, Switchboards, Lighting, Renovations, New Installations, Shopfitting, Maintenance, Powerpoints PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE FREE QUOTES No job too big or too small

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PROTECTING YOUR HOME AND FAMILY Residential and Rental Property Smoke Alarm Servicing & Installation $15 Site / Compliance Fee $11 per Smoke Alarm (includes batteries)

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

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CALL PETER 0409 422 271

Ph: 0458 342 221

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We only do small jobs that take up to an hour

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0487 231 883 or 5448 8671

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0417 506 635

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ELECTRICIANS REC 4085

Over 40 Years Service

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

Phone: 0417 329 802

FURNITURE REMOVALISTS REMOVALS

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Phone: 5435 3148 or 0407 349 372 stevenlacey5@bigpond.com

COSSAR FENCING

Handyman Fixed Fee $65

• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

Specialising in Landscape construction Stuart Erwin 0407 667 900 Cameron Rogister 0411 956 937

Rural & Environmental Fencing All Areas graham.cossar@bigpond.com

Craig Cossar 0438 937 561

Farm Fencing Horse Fencing Sub divisions Post & Rail Post Driving Insurance Claims

GARDEN SERVICES

4 Seaso Seasons Garden Care

Hedges Trimmed & Shaped • Lawn Mowing • Clippings Caught & Removed • Edges Trimmed • Pruning of Roses & Fruit Trees • Ride on Mowing • Weeding & Weed Spraying • Yard Clean Ups • Planting & Mulching

FREE QUOTES, 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE Ph 0429 002 678

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Big or small we fix it all!

“Quality assured trained professionals”

• Push/Ride On Mowing • Flyscreens • Concreting small jobs • Tap Washers • Doors, Handles, Locks • Gutter Cleaning • Whipper snipping • Irrigation repairs • Rubbish removal • Weeding • General yard tidy • Welding For a free quote call Pete:

HOME MAINTENANCE

PIPERS QUICKSPAN

Outdoor lifestyle solutions

Pergolas, Decking, Patio’s & Carports.

We also do home maintenance & commercial. Trade qualified.

For a free quote call Garry 0466 858 112 or 5448 5546 (AH) garrypiper@hotmail.com

Paul 0429 462 057 Over 25 years of trade qualified Experience

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$7.25 per cm/col For All Your Property Maintenance Needs

Mowing and Maintenance

• Paving • Instant & Synthetic Turf • Brickwork • Retaining Walls • Edging

Services Offered

Pete’s

0422 660 912 Pensioner discounts available.

www.thelocalphonebook.com.au

PH: 0418 822 911

FENCING / GATES

Geoff Williams Electrical Installations

Paving & concreting Pool landscaping Retaining walls & fencing Decking and Outdoor living areas Lawn installation & watering systems Kanga light digging

Email: bhmpeter@hotmail.com

OZ PRO FENCING

• Shopping Centres • Service and Repairs to Air Conditioning • Factories • Switchboards • Renovations • New Homes • Phone Install • Underground

Call Mark Kingston 0439 941 248

PAVING & LANDSCAPING

ELECTRICIANS DOMESTIC•COMMERCIAL•INDUSTRIAL HOME AUTOMATION SPECIALISTS

www.rilexinteriors.com.au rilexinteriors@bigpond.com

LANDSCAPING

REC 7821

SERVICING BENDIGO & DISTRICT SE REC 14361

• Kitchens • Vanities • Walk in robes • All custom joinery • Flat Packs • Replacement bench tops • No job too small

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Over 12 years of industry experience

ELECTRICIAN

KITCHENS

Price includes colour, scanning of images and clip art

1300 558 385 LOCK & KEY

SERVICES OFFERED:

• Handyman Carpentry • Window Maintenance • All Glass Repairs • Window Cleaning • Vacuuming/Mopping • Dusting • Bathrooms/Toilets • Gutters • Painting • Electrical/Plumbing • Showerscreen Repairs • Small Bathroom Mirrors • Mowing • Maintaining Trees • Hot Water Repairs • Heating Safety Checks • Gas Appliance Servicing and Repairs

NOW INCORPORATING TEST AND TAG Contact us today for a free quote

Vic Police Lic. 745 873

• Mobile Service Ove • Fully Insured 15 Year • Free Quotes Exper rs ience • Pensioner Discounts

CALL MAL 0417 116 637 DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

(03) 5442 8900 A/H 0418 547 886 tshatwell@erppower.com

TRADIES To advertise in this section please call

• Restricted Key Systems • Access Control Systems • Alarm Systems • Surveillance Cameras • Safes Sold & Serviced

• Key Cutting • Locks Repaired and Fitted • Automotive Work • Latest Technology Car Keys Programmed and Cut

Safe, Secure, Service Emergency After Hours Service Available

1300 558 385

PH 03 5441 3499 32 Mitchell Street, Bendigo

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Services Offered MOBILE BATHROOMS

ARE YOU RENOVATING? MOBILE BATHROOM FOR HIRE (Shower, hand basin, toilet etc)

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

PLUMBERS Specialising in all general plumbing, kitchen & bathroom renovations.

Offering all For a free quote, call Luke on qualifed 0430 712 108 trades.

0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au

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Pty. Ltd.

License No. 32710

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

NICK THE TILER

TILING

Thorp Tiling “You style it, I’ll tile it”

FLOOR & WALL TILING Ceramic & Porcelain Slate & Stone Waterproofing Silicon & Grout Sealing Feature Walls & Mosaic Ourdoor Areas

Kyle 0421 255 044 www.thorptiling.com kylethorptiling@live.com.au

TURF MANAGEMENT

4 Nolan Street, Bendigo

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Prompt efficient service at reasonable rates

• Qualified Wall & Floor Tiler • 12 years experience • Commercial, Residential, Renovations, Porcelain, Stack Stone, Waterproofing, Siliconing/Caulking.

No job too small

Call: 0402 152 946 or email: nickthetiler@gmail.com

544 33 999

Sandhurst Painting and Decorating 35 years experience

Inside Statewide Sewing Superstore 10 High St, (Opp. McDonalds)

PO Box 54, Eaglehawk

Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting

MIDLAND PAINTING & DECORATING

ROB: 0418 718 881

STO

Ph 5446 1535

Phone Trippa 0427 241 958

• Painting & Wallpapering • Domestic & Commercial • No Job too small

• Hem Alterations • Zip replacements • Minor repairs & Alterations • Machine Embroidery • 20 years experience

TILING

• Fast Response to urgent repairs • All General Plumbing & Maintenance • Drains Cleared & Repaired & Roofing High Pressure jetting Quality in all • Hot Water Repairs and areas of Plumbing Replacements • Roofing & Gutter Specialists FREE • Gas Fitting QUOTES • Gas appliance servicing

D

TRIPPA’S PAINTING SERVICE

UN

RUBBISH REMOVAL

TURF-GRASS CARE & MAINTENANC MAINT MAINTENANCE NANC C

0429 119 802

Geof Gerdsen

Quotation gladly given

Call Phill Hutchings on

• Grass selection and advice • Soil testing and amendments • Lawn-grass renovation • Fertilising • Irrigation Design, Installation and Repair

0417 057 010

t Yard clean ups t Whitegoods t DomesƟĐ t Builders t Renovators t Commercial

We load for you!

PEST CONTROL

7 Days a Week No job too small or too big

Green Waste Green Waste Special

0423 402 474

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SUPERIOR

ROOFING

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SPOUT CLEANING

• Concrete tiles • Terracotta acotta tiles fing • Slate tiles • Iron roofi

& MAINTENANCE SERVICES

FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS S PLUMBERS

New Roofing Re-Roofing Extensions Rebedding & Flexible Pointing Valley & Gutter Replacement

Don Andrea Plumbing • General Plumbing and Gasfitting • Blocked drains • No call out fees • Flat hourly family friendly rate

5446 7751

robert@superiorroofing.net.au www.superiorroofing.net.au

Lic#23529

Master Plumber

No

0448 701 138 • Blocked Drains • Burst Pipes • Septics • Gas Leaks & Gas Fitting • Hot Water Services • Roof Leaks • Gutters/Downpipes • Renovations • Gen Plumbing • Latest Drain Cleaning Equipment • Leak Detection QUALITY WORK AT THE RIGHT PRICE!

Lic#100122

0438 632 219

Hopey’s Shearing Run

COMPETITIVE RATES ON:

Shearers Shed Staff Supplies Cost Plus & Full Contract Work

Hopeys Shearing Run can supply farmers with Shearers, Shed Hands & Wool Classers, all over Vic & Interstate.

Portable Shearing Plant for Weekend Pet shearing is also available

CONTACT HOPEY’S TODAY! 03 5447 4626 AARON: 0407 854 754 JESS: 0419 004 472

• FULLY INSURED • GUARANTEED • STUMP REMOVAL • FREE QUOTES • BOBCAT • WOOD CHIPPER • HEDGE PRUNING • CHERRY PICKER

JUDD’S TREE LOPPING Phone Brian on

0417 545 193 or 5447 7276 91 Wesley St, Kangaroo Flat

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

BENCH Seat, Black wrought iron, $50 Ph 0417 349 385

BLIND SALE AUTUMN SPECIALS

2 LRG single bedspreads, Cream/gold/burg EC $30ea Ph 5447 7599 WOOD corner stand for potplant "Barley Sugar" decs. $50. 5447 7599

BLINDS, AWNINGS, ROLLER SHUTTERS & SECURITY DOORS. Free measure & quote.

Southern Cross Blinds & Awnings, 141 High St K/Flat. Ph. 5447 9011

BLUE STONE

ANTIQUE Queen Anne bedroom stool $70 ph 0408 144 416

Assorted sizes, from $5 each 100+ Available Phone 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846

ANTIQUE lounge, red velvet, $95 Ph 0419 110 517

BREAD dough mixer, Wellquip, 2011, 20Lt, 240v, single speed, not used alot, $650 ono Ph 0448 838 080

ANTIQUE Mantel with bevelled mirror $100 Ph 0447 269 104 ANTIQUE table, raw state, never stained, 100yrs old $95 Ph 0419 110 517

BARK CHIPS

Buy direct at special price.Beautify your garden, enrich your soil make into compost, control weeds, get those worms working.

All good for plant life. $140 per 5 mtr del Bgo. Ph 0417 545 193 BED, double base + mattress, free delivery $99 Ph 5444 3393

BEDDING TRUCKLOAD SALE Saturday & Sunday only New Queen spring mattress from $129 All Sizes huge range Call for details 1300 791 919 BIKE, girls 22" retro /vintage, single speed $40 ph 0408 144 416 BINOCULARS compact 4x30 w/case $5 Ph 0419 359 695

Reduce Fire Risk Spouts Vacuumed Spotlessly Pensioner Discounts Water Tanks Cleaned

High Pressure Cleaning ngg De-Mossing Sealing & Painting Insurance Claims Pensioner Discounts

SHEARING

Greg Hicks st same day Plumbing Fajosebrvtoicoesmall

SPOUT CLEANING

CV Industrial Vacuum Services

EXPERTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING

Phone 0408 506 159

Installation

geof@h2orticulture.com.au • www.h2orticulture.com.au

ROOFING

Formally “Spider Sprayers”

TREE LOPPING

TREE REMOVAL & MAINTENANCE

PLUMBERS NE

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

SEWING SERVICES

BREVILLE electric grill, EC $25 Ph 0466 269 948

BRIDGE Chair, EC Tapestry, Solid. Paid $450 new, Sell for $270 Ph 5447 7599 or 0419 484 453

BSESC Woollen Jumper sz 14 VGC $40. 5441 2516

CAR care magazines with binders 7 volumes $12 Ph 5447 7275

CARPET Square, 14x10Ft. Neutral green colour, $200 ono Ph 5444 5553

CHEST of Drawers, Walnut, 5 Drawers, $50 Ph 5448 4916

CHIRO double mattress, $150, Brand new chiropractic mattress.

Full warranty.

Can deliver. 0412 388 485

DAYTEK clothesline New cond, Green, Sell $100 Ph 0418 256 107

DESK, 3 part, corner style, light gray. $50 Ph 0448 838 080

DESK & hutch 130 L x 149 H x 74 D $40 Ph 0401 132 177

DESK, large, 3-drw down side & cupboard, vinyl top, $50 0448 838 080

FOR SALE

Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429

Cat Enclosures

Classifieds 1300 558 385

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

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

Free quotes to suit your budget.

* Fully Insured

TREE LOPPING

SMITHS

Store Well with Stilwell

Containers to suit all your needs!

Tree Maintenance • Stump Mulching Hire Travel Tower • Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding • Tip Truck & Woodchipper Hire • Free Quotes (no job too BIG or SMALL for the Smith Family team)

David Smith

0427 506 160

✹ Buy ire or H

Quality tree and Stump Removal

Containers can be custom fitted with shelves, benches, windows, side doors, electricity, insulation & air-conditioning.

View containers at:

51 Ryalls Lane, Strathfieldsaye.

• Ph 5439 5512 • Mob 0409 957 014

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Bendigo Weekly — Friday, March 14, 2014

Items valued $100 and under advertise FREE* for two weeks - maximum three lines

Deadline 5pm Wednesday for publication Friday

FREE For Sale

*Conditions Apply

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

DINING chairs, wooden x 6 $90 lot. Ph 0477 411 433

FLOOR cushions Large x3 $20. Ph 5441 2516

HONDA CRV 2008/9, rear cargo blind, floor mats carpet & rubber, roof bars & nudge bars. $150 the lot Ph 0419 159 567

MATTRESS QS. Med Plush Pillow Top (King Koil). $350 VGC and warranty. Deliver local.

Ph 5444 3757

DISPLAY shelves blk w/ 5 glass shelves $50 Ph 0401 132 177

FLOOR rug, large, brown shag, $60 Ph 5443 9631

DOG kennel med-large $30 Ph 5446 8690

FLOOR rug, small, brown shag, $25 Ph 5443 9631

DOUBLE Bed Ottaman, Sofitel, Green Fabric, VGC $150 Ph 0431 192 006

FOOTBALL shoes, NIKE, sz 3.5 / 4 Never worn, $25 Ph 0408 520 979

DOUBLE bed with Duracoil mattress, spinal relaxation, as new, $650 ono Ph 5447 9419

DRAPES 8 y.o., EC, all fittings, cream, 2x 1.8m 2x .85m 1x 3m, all 2.1 drop, $250. Phone 0418 347 949 ELECTRIC Lift Chair, Burgandy, Velvet, Good Cond.$700 Ph 5447 7599 or 0419 484 453

FOWLERS preserving jars, complete, $3 each Ph 5446 8690

ENCYCLOPEDIA Britannica full set $50 the lot Ph 0418 293 938

FARM gate, 12.5ft x 3ft 4" H/D $70 Ph 0401 132 177 FENCING panels set 7 Rivergum 1.8H sml dents $30 lot Ph 5439 5544

CHEAP REDGUM SPLIT FIREWOOD

SUMMERTIME SPECIALS

TILL THE END OF MARCH

12M TRUCK LOAD $1000 OR UTE LOAD 1.25M FOR $140 Phone Clint 0427 349 549

JACOBEAN chairs, x2, Antique, $45 each. Ph 0419 110 517

FREE garden stones, Axedale area. Ph 5439 7665 FREEZER, chest 215 Lt, Fisher Paykel, EC, $220 Ph 0419 323 290

FRIDGES

FUCHSIAS in flower 140m pots asstd varieties. $5 each. 24 Curnow St Golden Square Phone 5442 7974

KING pillowtop bed $600.

Brand new mattress with base. 10yr warranty Not $1495 sell $600. Urgent sale. Can Deliver. Ph 0412 388 485 LADIES leather zip-up boots, to the knee Sz 10 $20 Ph 5443 9096 LADIES leather zip-up boots, to the knee Sz 9 $30 Ph 5443 9096

MUSHROOM COMPOST

$50 per metre.

Minimum 4 metres.

Free delivery to Bendigo area.

Phone 0400 855 626.

NEW bone carpet, 3.8m (L)x1.68(W), $70 Ph 5447 9609

ART deco style light fittings, ceiling. x3 $100 lot ph 0408 144 416

PEA STRAW

GLASSES Rona Florence cocktail 1 box set of 6 $12 Ph 5447 7275

LOUNGE suite, 1x2 seater & 2 singles, velvet camel colour, GC, very clean, $300 ono. Ph 0409 435 525

RUG, earthy tonings, 1.6x2.3m, $40 Phone 5441 4990 PRIDE Scooter, Very Good Cond, 4 Wheel, Electric $1500 ono Phone 5446 9227 SET of 3 retro blue suitcases $60 Ph 0466 269 948 SET of left hand Greg Norman clubs and buggy, $300 ono Ph 5446 3539

New Bales. $7 per Bale.

Free Delivery Bendigo Area. Ph 0407 500 983

PEA STRAW $7.50

MATTRESS Firm Queen pocket coil, new in plastic $500 ono.

Can Deliver Ph 0412 388 485

SOFA Bed, Simmons, inner spring EC $45 Ph 5441 7703

STOVE free standing s /steel westinghouse 60cm, gas, grill, wok burner, f/forced $250 Ph 0417 739 109 STROLLER Phil and Teds, 2 tier, red and black, EC, $125 ono. Phone 0430 072 838 TABLE & chairs (x6) Metal, w/Brown & Cream striped cushions, VGC $150 Ph 0431 192 006 TABLE beautiful Large wood 90x180cm rolled legs $79 Ph 5444 3393

TOP SOIL Sieved $35 per metre, 4 metre min. delivery 8m & 10m also avail.

Potting Mix $60 a metre.

Phone 0418 306 548 or 0428 100 770

Straw $6 Min 12 bales Free delivery Bendigo Ph 0427 304 600

WATER

For our next antique and collectables auction

Wednesday 26th March, 6pm Individual or estate lots accepted

Contact: Dennis 5443 8570 or Vernon 5441 4168 or 0407 485 333 www.bendigoantiques.com.au

classifieds@bendigoweekly.com.au PO Box 324 Bendigo 3552 Fax: 5441 4416

NAME:.................................................................

$ELL TODAY Car, Caravan, Boat, Horse Float, Phone:

0418 183 360 MCT 10132

WANTED TO BUY

WATER tank, 1000Lt, galvanised iron $50 Phone 5441 4990

CASH

WATER TANKS and DRUMS

3000 lt $620. 5000 lt $820. 2,000 lt $480 2500 lt Slimline $690.

Drums 200lt $25. www.ebsary.com.au 161 McIvor Hwy Ph 5443 6740

For Fridges & Freezers, in GWO up to 25yrs.

Washing Machines up to 7yrs old.

Ph. 5441 1955

TRACTORS & farm machinery wanted. Going or not, cash paid, Ph 0429 393 221

MOUTH ORGAN "Crackajack" or "Boomerang" Phone: 02 6382 3451

Ex Display

POULTRY

$50 60 High Street, Eaglehawk

LIVESTOCK

YORK Challenger Treadmill 5 programs + York B/Press w/weights + BR2200 Rowing Machine $785 for the lot, ono Phone 5446 7020

24 Curnow St Golden Square Phone 5442 7974

DATSUN 240k or skyline 1972-1980 in any condition, cash paid Phone 0400 949 779

Cash:

Cheque:

Visa:

Female, Est 5 years

Dixie

Mastercard:

Expiry:

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PALOUSE Pony 12hh 13yo Experienced Rider $1200 Ph 0412 778 892 Lockwood South

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RED tailed black Cockatoo Samueli, 3x breeding pr, 2x 2yr Hens, 1x 1yr parent reared.

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KING Parrots, 1x breeding pr, 4 young. Lic required. $300 a pair. Phone 0438 196 283

POINT OF LAY PULLETS Isa brown $20 each YUCCA plants from 6cm Phone 5435 7243 $10 to 1mts $20

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WATER cartage tank.

1000L rapid spray with baffle. $1000 Phone 0419 427 823

Wedding Gowns

177 View Street, Bendigo ENTRIES ARE INVITED

PRAM/stroller, GC, $30 Ph 0409 322 417

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Mags, etc Ph 5446 1191

Salty Bore Water can be purified using Pro-Finish products, desalination machine. Many operating in Bendigo. Pure water for gardens & houses. Approx cost of pure water using this system is 70c per 1000 Lts less than 1/3 of the cost of town water.

8-12,000 Lts per day.

Machine cost $3850.

Phone Don McPherson 0448 122 481

TV 36" with set top box $15 Ph 5446 8690

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PRAM/jogger Valco with toddler seat, extras. GC, $99 Ph 0409 322 417

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WANTED

TV cabinet, baltic, 2 door, EC, $60 Phone 0431 678 769

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BENDIGO ANTIQUE AND ESTATE AUCTIONS

PINE round table, ext, 4 chairs, EC, $80 Ph 0417 551 984

ADVERTISE FOR 4 WEEKS - ONLY $23*

FOR SALE

TURTLE tank with accessories $100 Ph 0418 293 938

CLEARING SALES

POTTERY wheel, good conidtion, $150 ono.

Phone 5449 3437 or 0455 270 866

LUCERNE HAY

HIGH vis vest x3 yellow $5 the lot Ph 0419 359 695

ROOF tiles, second hand, brown GC $1 each Ph 0408 700 266

OFFICE Chair H/duty, wheels $20. Ph 5441 2516

GLASS front Cabinet. 3 Doors, Very nice, VGC $100 Ph 5448 4916

1st Cut $7.00, 2nd Cut $9.00, Nth Bridgewater Ph 0428 373 194 lor 5437 3194

ROAD bike wheels x2, 27", Reynolds $40 a pair Ph 5443 9631

OAKLEY sunglasses "Jacket" $30 Ph 0419 359 695

OUTDOOR Setting, 5pce Black wrought iron $100 Ph 0417 349 385

GPX coils M/L 11" & 15x12 N/F 18" All Mono, Good Condition $500 ono the lot Ph 5439 3711

QUEEN pillowtop mattres $250.

Brand new mattress Chiropractic. 10 yr warranty. base extra $200. Can Deliver. Ph 0412 388485

NETBALL skirt, green pleated, size 16 $5 5441 6072

ORGAN (Lowrey) w/stool & headphones EC $55 Ph 5441 7703

MATTRESS, Q/S barely used. ortheopeadic spinal support, Pure indulgance.

15yr warranty, $250 ono Ph 0400 754 729

with fowl manure $35 per/mtr del. Bobcat avail. Ph 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846

SOFA, double and chair, GC, free delivery $25 Ph 5444 3393

LARGE dog kennel $40 Ph 5448 8888

GLASSES Rona Florence high ball 1 box set of 6 $12 Ph 5447 7275

SIEVED TOP SOIL QUEEN latex pillow top mattress $499 ono.

Brand new.

15 yr warranty. Must sell. Can deliver. 0412 388 485

OLD Medical cabinet, mirror, 4 shelf $25 Ph 0466 269 948

GARDEN shed 2.5mx2, $50 ono. Ph 5442 1815

FOR SALE SHARP LCD TV 32" EC $50 Phone 5441 4990

NETBALL skirt, green pleated, size 14 $5 5441 6072

FOWLERS preserving outfit $30 Ph 5442 6471

and Freezers. Top brands from $195. Fully recond, 6 mths wty. 283 High St, G/Sq. Ph. 5441 1955 ELECTRIC Bicycle, VGC, comes with Pannier bag & helmet. $700. Phone 5443 3012

INSULATION, 3.5 yellow batts, 9 sq mtrs, half price, $25 each. Ph 0439 371 301 or 0438 416 924

FOR SALE

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I would probably be best in a onedog household, but would love to be part of a family with kids.

Female. Est 10 months

I am as my name suggests, I am a true lady. I have an extremely sweet nature and would love to be pampered in my new home. My coat will require a brush at lest once a week to keep me looking stunning. I have socialised with other cats and would love to find my forever home.

Lady DMH

LOST YOUR DOG OR CAT?

THE RSPCA IS THE POUND FOR THE BENDIGO CITY COUNCIL.

5441 2209 Piper Lane, East Bendigo

Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun & Pub Hols 10am-12pm www.rspcavic.org.au

Registration for Million Paws walk is now available at www.millionpawswalk.com.

Please come and support us with your furry friend at Lake Weeroona on May 18.

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GARAGE SALES

COUCHES, Leather 5 seat chaise, tools, QS Bed Frame, Dining Chairs, CD /DVD's, Cabinets, Kids Pool, Ladder, Books, Tower Cooler, PC/Audio /Phone cables, Crockery, Glasses, Vitamiser etc.

37 Marnie Rd, Sat 8am PUTNAM Ave, Saturday 8am-4pm Huge Variety Furn, Bike, Clothes Vintage & Modern, Books, Games, Bric a Brac & Much More

MOTOR BIKES

5.1M Aluminium Stessco Centre console, New 40hp 4 Stroke Merc, New fish finder, Reg, Ready to go $11,400 Phone: 0419 886 637 BOAT & trailer, 11ft punt, 9.9 Yamaha, both registered, safety gear, GC, $1600. Phone 0409 004 280

MOTOR BIKES

FOR SALE AS NEW 400cc Honda Shadow Cruiser 2011 Model, 4000ks, $8300 + 2 Jackets & 2 Helmets Ph 0427 366 999

1999 SC Hino furniture van, 40m3, partly decked out as sleeping quarters, can easily be converted back to freight and furniture. 260,000kms, SAU-680 $23,500.

Phone 0408 567 273

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Pocket Rocket Pee Wee 50 $350 ONO Ph. 0419 342 405 AUTO

2004 VZ Commodore Holden By Design, auto, a/c, cruise, alloys, 158,000ks, 10mths Reg (UFO-813), $10,000 w/ RWC Ph 0488 120 535

De Havilland Aluminium V Nose Boat

HONDA Accord VTi- L V6, 2000, car in immac. cond., leather interior, as new, 138,000kms only, RWC, $6490. QKU-835.

PH 5447 1940

Phone: 0407 082 205

CARAVANS & TRAILERS

MACHINERY FOR SALE

AVAN '02 Rhyse 16ft poptop, raised single axle, i/spring beds, front kitch, 2 full annexes (1 Summer, 1 Winter) new tyres & batt., many extras, EC, $17,990. Ph 5442 4082

FERGIE TEA20, new front tyres & rims, suspension seat, alternator 3 point linkage, rebuilt carby, VGC, $4,200 Phone 0418 192 221

6 x 4 $590.

8 x 5 tandem $2,190.

161 McIvor Hwy

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CAR PARTS ROOF rack Tradesman brand, suits Ford E Series wagon, closed ends, 1.1mx2.3m, $150 Ph 0417 611 063

SCRAP METAL WANTED Cars, trucks, tractors, tin, wire, white goods etc.

Phone 5474 3237 or 0427 312 146.

CAR LOANS (New, Used, Private) PLANT & EQUIPMENT, BOAT, MOTORCYCLE, TRUCK, SOLAR POWER & WATER SYSTEMS CARAVANS/MOTOR HOMES, PERSONAL LOANS, SAME DAY APPROVALS, LITTLE or NO DEPOSIT

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WANTED

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WRECKING

CARS WANTED

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• Panel Beating • New Exhaust • New Radiators, Alternators and Starter Motors

RENAULT Scenic RX4 2001 GC O.Of.rego, 95% tyres engine g.box good $2200 WZT-263. $2200 Egeton 0456 365 672 ,

OVER 37,500 HOMES EACH WEEK USED CAR BARGAINS

at BUDGET PRICES NISSIAN X-Trail ST wagon, 2.5Lt, 5-spd man., p/s, a/c, service books, cruise control, ABS, low kms, all mode 4x4, RWC, 12 mths reg, 1AY4GK, $10,850 ONO. Ph 0419 337 667

TOYOTA Rav4 2005, man., reliable car, EC, 155,000kms, ZAI-033. $9500. Phone 0407 793 293

TOYOTA Hilux Dual Cab Ute, 3L Turbo diesel, 2004 Model, Manual, 82,000ks, RWC/REG SUN-607 $24,990 or ONO Ph 5442 9397

FORD COURIER TRAY UTE 1995, Reg Expired Dec 2013.

No RWC, but not far off. 2.6L Petrol, Manual, 210,000ks, Large custom aluminium dropside tray and toolboxes underneath. $1250 ONO Phone 0439 342 161 VIN:

2004 Triton Turbo Diesel 130,000kms WZP-189 $10,000 Phone: 0459 762 193

TOYOTA Hilux Dual Cab Model TGN16R 2.7 2008 MY09. 6 seats.

Dual A/bag. 4 cyl, 5spd, 150,000km. 1 owner, family use only. Full service history. ABS. A/C, Hard Lid. Tub Liner. Rem Central locking. Alloy Nudge bar. Tow bar New w/screen. New Toyo tyres.

Reg. til 24/12/14.

WVM-031. $19,000 O.N.O Ph 0409 429 406

Camry Vienta Wagon Auto, A/C, P/S, Cheap Wagon and RWC. SFY 108 $2990 SOLD Nissan Micra Auto Hatch Ideal first car in auto with RWC. NVJ 027 $2990 SOLD 2002 Mitsubishi Verada Dual Fuel Locally owned V6 power with gas economy. SYI 333 $3990 Holden VX Commodore Very neat and tidy sedan with RWC. TGS 741 $4490 1998 Landrover Discovery Dual Fuel Good tow car with gas economy.

RJN 05 $4990 2004 Holden Barina SRI Sports Hatch Stunning looking hatchback, mag wheels, 5 speed manual, body kit, twin air bags.

SYZ 284 $5990 Mazda Bravo 4x4 Twin Cab Good kms, priced to sell, A/C, P/S and RWC. NPH 546 $5990 1999 Holden Rodeo Tray Dual Fuel Lovely little runaround tray with gas economy.

ACD 189 $5990 1999 Holden Rodeo Auto Twin Cab 4X2 Lovely auto twin cab with canopy. Trade in welcome. RHO 545 $6990 2003 Kia Carnival People Mover Auto, 150,000kms, 7 seater, priced to sell.

SSP 250 $6990 2003 Subaru Forrester AWD Auto Wagon, Excellent Condition for age, SOLD priced to sell! XGO 525 $6990 Ford BA Fairmont Dual Fuel Only 160,000kms, locally owned and RWC. XNT 402 $6990 2000 AU2 XR6 Sedan Duel Fuel, Locally owned, gas & petrol URM 157 $6990 2006 Mitsubishi Colt VRX Auto 170,000kms, air bags, A/C, P/S, auto with electric sunroof. UEX 004 $7990 2004 Hyundai Sonata Auto Sedan Locally owned automatic with only 113,000kms. ZGO 198 $7990 2008 Ford BF3 Gas Wagon One Local Owner, Cargo barrier, first to reduced $7990 inspect will buy. WOY 117 2003 Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab Dual Fuel Hi-Ride, 4X2, gas & petrol, priced to sell.

ZDF 320 $8990 2003 BA XR6 5 Speed Manual Only 156,000kms, dark green duco, very rare 5 speed manual. TIH 611 $8990 2002 Mazda Bravo 4X4 Turbo Diesel Twin Cab Lots of extras, snorkel, tow bar etc with canopy.

RLJ 193 $9990 1999 Toyota Prado VX Grande Dual Fuel 7 seater, auto, gas & petrol, sunroof and leather. ZCK 023 $9990

ALL CARS SOLD WITH RWC AT DRIVEAWAY PRICES michie st motors

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2004 Hyundai Sonata Auto Sedan

2008 Ford BF3 Gas Wagon

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VEHICLES & SMALL TRUCKS WANTED TO BUY

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SUBARU Outback 99-2000 mod, clean car, 2 months reg, PNZ-713, $2000 ono Phone 0400 987 865

LMCT 11067

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MOTOR WRECKERS

MITSUBISHI Outlander 2008 Platinum Ed, Auto, 123,000kms, New tyres, T/bar Exc Cond. RWC Reg til 06/14 $16,500

SILVER BMW 525i (E39) 2003, mint cond., sold with RWC, 12 mths reg, 178,000kms, SCW-223 $12,000. Ph 0418 509 566 or 5442 7451

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TOYOTA Corolla Ascent, Silver, 2004, Auto, cruise, immaculate, 200,000+ km. Reg 09 /2014 TCH-660 $7800 Ph 0418 332 871

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Ford Fairlane LTD 1988-1992 for parts wrecking. Ph 5446 1467

Cash offered.

Phone 0417 334 009.

TRAK shak, Weather/dust proof, h/top trailer, heavy duty canvas, Off road family camper, sealed floor, compact/easy to tow, GC $9000 Ph 0457 198 763 or 5474 2478

FORD Capri, '90.

Mechanically sound, auto, daily driver.

No further use for car.

No RWC. $1500 ONO RUQ-339. Ph 54463067

HOLDEN VU S-pack ute, V6 auto, sports bar, 265,000kms, reg till 28 /03, $4000. ZGX-469.

Ph 0456 611 016

$5250

TRAILERS

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HOLDEN Rodeo 1998, 3.2L, man, b/bar, g/tyres, 3 mths reg, 8x6ft s/tray. $3700. As is OBO. OVK-191 Ph 5436 1382

4.5 metres, 2011, 30HP, Merc motor, front steering, registered, trailer & safety gear.

Ready to go.

JAYCO Freedom 2006 16ft, roll out awning and walls, twin beds, side kitch, kept under cover, Exc Cond., $18,500 Ph 5444 0197

TOYOTA Coaster Motor Home, Auto, Turbo diesel, low Ks, Shower, Toilet, many extras, Reg WAT-515 $42,000 Neg Ph 0409 189 795

FORD Fiesta, Dec '06, hatch, 4-dr, 5-spd, 147,000kms, serviced, GC, single fam owner, ZBW-534 $5200 ono. Ph 0448 838 080

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CAMPER trailer comes with brand new trailer with reg + Engel fridge. $2100 Phone 0400 987 865

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AUTO

00 Daewoo Matiz Manual, A/con P/steer Dual air bags 172000km Reg ZRR 095 $2200 w/RWC ONO Ph 0417 010 978 1990 XF Ute, rego, 6FPAAAJL40LM57981 $2500 ono. Phone 5439 6499 or 0408 511 742

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DAEWOO Lanos Coupe, EC, 150,000 kms, 12 mths reg, RWC, $2250. 1BE4ZK, Ph 0427 446 306

2 Stroke 50CC, Ridden Twice, Stored in Shed, No Use, Must Sell.

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98 XR6, blue, as is, $3500, can get RWC, ZLH-419. Ph 5439 6499 or 0408 511 742

2007 Yamaha 225 Scorpio Z, Ideal Learners, VGC w/ 11mth Reg, RWC $2500 0417 685 948

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Basketball back at the stadium

By JOEL PETERSON

ADDING to a jam-packed fortnight for sport in Bendigo, this weekend will see 60 teams from around regional Victoria at the Bendigo Stadium.

Over 2000 players, spectators and officials will participate in the Basketball Victoria Country under-16 and under-18 division three and four championships as well as the under-20 division one championships.

Bendigo also held the Under-16 and 18 division one and two championships last month.

“It will be the second of four Basketball Victoria major junior events held in Bendigo for the calendar year after the division one under-16 and 18s were held successfully last month,” Bendigo Stadium manager of sport Craig Green said.

“The two-day event will bring in 60 teams and more than 2000 players, officials, coaches and par-

ents from all over the state into Bendigo for what promises to be a fun and competitive weekend of basketball.”

give the smaller regions a chance to shine.

“Being division three and four it brings in some of our smaller as-

It will be the second of four Basketball Victoria major junior events held in Bendigo Green said after the big regional associations were in town for the division one and two championships, this event would

sociations as well around country Victoria and the chance for these players to showcase their skills on the big stage,” Green said.

Bikers ready for the epic AFTER a bumper week for the Bendigo Mountain Bike Club’s members at last weekend’s national titles, the club will hold one of its biggest races of the season, the Golden Triangle Epic, this weekend.

Bendigo’s Peta Mullens and Jack Haig both finished second in the elite women’s and under-23 men’s cross-country events, with Mullens taking the cross-country eliminator national title as well.

Chris Hamilton and Tasman Nankervis, who travelled to South Africa for the UCI mountain biking world championships last year, finished fifth and 10th in the U23 cross-country event, respectively.

This weekend will see Haig, Nankervis and Hamilton all compete in the Golden Triangle Epic, alongside a host of local riders and those from all over the state.

All entrants will go into the running to win one of five “golden tickets”, which will allow the winner free entry into every MTB Bendigo event for a year and discounts to a range of local businesses.

In race’s eighth year, an 150 kilometre course, 100km, 50km and 15km variants will be on offer.

It is the only marathon race

Harrower sets sights on three From Page 40 The Spirit’s coach, who has held the role since its inception into the competition, was feeling the pressure of going for another title in what could be daughter Kristi’s last game.

“There was some added pressure knowing it could be Kristi’s last game, knowing that if she decided to retire the only fitting way to do so would be with another championship,” he said.

“There was also the fear of failure after such a dominant season. It gave me a lot of belief as a coach, that our game style is correct, because the girls that got their chances all gave me something on Sunday.” in Australia run by a volunteer club.

The race will be based at the Koolamurt Scout Camp, where spectators will be allowed to gather.

Entries can be taken on the day for all four races, but a late entry fee of $20 will apply.

For more information available at www.goldentrangleepic.com

It gave me a lot of belief as a coach, that our game style is correct

FIT FOR THE FOREST: Riders are gearing up for a big weekend of mountain biking.

Bowls battle heads to grand final IT will be a clash of first versus fourth this weekend when minor premier Eaglehawk and Golden Square do battle in the Bendigo Bowls division one grand final on Sunday at Bendigo Bowling Club.

Golden Square defeated Bendigo before taking down Bendigo East in an upset that gave them a grand final berth, while Eaglehawk went straight through after beating East in the

“It is not long ago that Maryborough’s Matt Dellavedova who is now playing with the Cleveland Cavaliers would have played at such an event.”

Games will be held at the Bendigo Stadium from 9am to 9pm and Flora Hill Stadium from 9am to 8pm on Saturday, while on Sunday games will be held at Bendigo Stadium from 8am to 5pm and at Maiden Gully from 9am to 11am.

Entry is free to all stadiums.

first week of finals.

Bendigo and Bendigo East squared off in last year’s decider, and it is the first time East have missed a grand final since 2009.

Golden Square has the chance to win its first flag in 51-years, but will have to overcome a strong Eaglehawk lineup, which has been dominant all year, to do so.

The precedent is there for Square to break its drought, af-

ter Bendigo snapped a 33-year streak without a premiership last season.

Sunday’s division one grand final will be played at Bendigo Bowling Club’s Hesse green from 1.30pm.

In division two, Bendigo East tackles Golden Square at South Bendigo, East also has a team in the division three grand final to face South Bendigo at Golden Square, while Marong

plays East at Kangaroo Flat in division four.

In division five the preliminary final will be held on Saturday before the decider on Sunday, Dingee take on Calivil in division six, in division seven Inglewood are up against Marong on Kπangaroo Flat’s pool green, South Bendigo versus Golden Square at Square in division eight and Castlemaine plays Dingee in division nine.

The key to a third straight title will be keeping the core of the Spirit’s group together, including talented youngsters Sara Blicavs, Tessa Lavey and Maddie Garrick, who could well hold the key to the Spirit’s future.

“I’m pretty hopeful we will keep the group together. I have spoken to quite a few of the girls who have indicated they want to come back,” Harrower said.

“In the case of the younger players, they will see more minutes and be able to show what they are capable of. Maddie, Sara and Tessa all have huge potential and will be given an opportunity to shine.

“If we are smart and make good decisions, there is no reason we can’t make another run at three in a row with the core we have.”

The club will hold its presentation night at the at the Foundry Hotel tonight, the last official team function for the season.

More music, more often.

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FC Bendigo kicks off season

By JOEL PETERSON

FC BENDIGO will enter its new National Premier Leagues Victoria era on Sunday, when the club’s senior side plays its first match against Avondale Heights at the State Football Centre in Darebin.

Drawn to play the season in the second-tier NPL1 competition, Bendigo’s senior and under-20 sides will travel to Melbourne to play their first games.

The senior side will be led by former National Soccer League player and playing coach Steve Martin, and announced some gun recruits this week.

Matt Breeze, Trent Waterson, George Slefendorfas and Sebastian Mattei have committed to the club, Bendigo Amateur Soccer

League operations manager Brock Rogers said this week.

Breeze has had international experience, playing with Peterborough and Worcester City in the UK. “Matt has already made an impact within the squad both on and off the field,” Rogers said.

“He brings a lot of intensity and professionalism to the group.”

Breeze said he is enjoying Bendigo already.

“I have been lucky enough to settle into the town really quickly and I am already loving the town,” Breeze said.

Waterson is a former Bendigo junior whose family still lives in the city, and has formerly played for Green Gully, Oakleigh and perennial powerhouse South Mel-

Subzero chills out ahead of Golden Mile CHAMPION racehorse Subzero visited Bendigo this week for the launch of Relaxed Racing at the Bendigo Jockey Club, ahead of this weekend’s Yalumba Golden Mile race day.

More than $1 million in prizemoney and bonuses is up for grabs throughout the nine-race card, with plenty of other activities on hand for racegoers.

A range of free kids activities will be on offer as well as fashions on the field with great prizes via a photo booth competition and musical entertainment from local band The Regular Joe’s and Alana Conway singing Fields of Gold in the mounting yard before the main race.

There will also be a race book competition for one lucky patron to win a gold bracelet courtesy of Cattanach’s Jewellers.

“The Bendigo Cup carnival in the spring is all about dressing up in your suit and tie,’’ BJC chief executive Ian Hart said.

“In the autumn meetings like the Yalumba Golden Mile, they are

fied by Rogers as one of the club’s keys during recruiting.

“It is great to have Trent back playing in Bendigo where his career started and most of his family still lives,” Rogers said.

“Trent is a quality player who can play through the middle or out wide, and is very creative with the ball at his feet.”

Slefendorfas will be the team’s

We are going to be tough to score against SHOOTING THE BREEZE: Brewhouse Bendigo’s Corey Scoble and FC Bendigo recruit Matt Breeze. bourne. Attracting former Bendigo players back to the city was identi-

spearhead, after winning the Golden Boot award in the New Zealand Championship with Waitakere United.

Originally from Cairns, Slefen-

dorfas has also played professionally in Sweden.

Finally, former Melbourne Victory and Melbourne Heart reserve goalkeeper Mattei will man the goals for the newly-formed club.

“Seb is relishing the opportunity and the extra responsibility that comes with being the number one keeper,” Rogers said.

“With Seb in goal and an experienced back four in front of him that will include Steve Martin, we are going to be tough to score against.”

Current and former BASL players Jono Ryan, Zac Kinsman and Josh Naunton will also be staking their claim for a spot in the side, which will be announced after final training on Thursday.

BEST SEAT: Bendigo Jockey Club chief executive Ian Hart, mayor Barry Lyons and jockey Courtney Pace with Subzero and owner Graham Salisbury.

Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

about having fun and relaxing at the races.

“We are encouraging racegoers to bring a picnic rug, relax on the lawn and enjoy the races as well as the entertainment and kids activities.”

Subzero, affectionately known as “Subbie” by racing fans, is a former South Australian derby winner, 1992 Melbourne Cup winner, and the most famous grey in Australian racing.

Along with the visit to the BJC, the 26-year-old Subzero and owner Graham Salisbury visited two schools and an aged care facility in Bendigo, with the star of the show proving popular with both young and old.

“She is extremely well received, people love him,” Salisbury said.

“It’s great to see how much enjoyment people get out of the visits.”

Admission to the Golden Mile meeting is $20 adults, $15 concession card holders and free for under16s if accompanied by an adult.

EVCA – Division 1 GOLDEN Gully lived up to its season-long billing as the Emu Valley Cricket Association’s big improver at the weekend, defeating former ladder leaders West Bendigo to clinch second spot on the table headed into finals.

The Redbacks sat atop the table with a narrow advantage headed into the second day of play at Ken Wust Oval, but an inspired bowling performance from Peter Moore (7/35) got the Cobras across the line.

Ken Bell was the Redbacks’ best with 73, but could not stop the hosts sliding down the table and going into finals in fourth spot on the ladder.

West’s first round finals opponent United clinched the minor premiership with a crushing defeat of Marong at Ewing Park, who were dismissed for 117 on day two of play.

United’s Andrew Gaul (4/34) ripped through the Panthers’ top order, taking the first four wickets of the match, before Luke Kairn

cleaned up the tail, taking the last three scalps to finish with figures of 4/12.

Richard Murphy’s 34 was easily Marong’s best effort with the bat – no other Panthers batsman topped 20 runs – as the visitors dropped their second consecutive game to finish fifth and outside the finals.

Reigning premier Emu Creek completed the finals mix, with a routine victory over Maiden Gully at JG Edwards Oval.

After making 251 on day one, a balanced bowling attack led by Anthony Collins (3/45) restricted Gully to 215, with only Alex Gorrie (90) getting away from the Emus.

Emu Creek will look to book its grand final spot for a second consecutive year this weekend against Golden Gully, with United playing host to West Bendigo.

In a battle of sides out of finals contention, a brilliant 173 from Mandurang’s Matt Giri ensured his side would end its season on

a high, defeating Axe Creek at Champions IGA Oval Reserve.

Giri belted 23 fours and three sixes in the 151-ball innings and with Keiran Burns, recorded a massive 222-run opening wicket partnership to set the base for the Rangas’ total of 337.

Jamie Morgan toiled hard for the Cowboys and was rewarded with 7/66 from his 17.2 overs, while Ash Dixon collected the other three wickets.

Finally, at Club Court Scott McKenzie and Sam Alcock led Sedgwick to a final-round victory over Spring Gully.

Alcock chipped in with 41, but it was the ninth-wicket partnership of 43 between Mckenzie (45) and Will Lindrea (6*) that saved the day for the hosts, who were in trouble at 8/118 chasing 126.

Jackson Adams took five wickets to be the best of the Crows’ bowlers, before the visitors batted again making 3/174 from 30.3 overs.

Sport On ANZAC Day 2014 ANZAC Day will fall on Friday 25 April 2014. The Victorian Government is working with all sporting codes and the Returned & Services League (RSL) to accommodate the playing of sport on this day, whilst also honouring the significance of ANZAC Day and all those who have served our country.

The ANZAC Day Act 1958 prohibits the holding of sporting events to which persons are required to pay an admission fee or make a donation in order to watch sport, without the written approval of the Minister for Sport and Recreation.

The Minister may approve the holding of sport on ANZAC Day if: • the sport does not commence before 1pm • a payment is made to the ANZAC Day Proceeds Fund in the case of the sport being held within the metropolitan area, or the RSL Patriotic Welfare Fund through the RSL State Branch Headquarters or local sub-branch for sport in country areas.

Clubs should contact their respective peak sporting organisation or association to seek information about submitting a request for the Minister’s approval to play sport on ANZAC Day. Following consultation with your relevant peak sporting organisation or association, applications for the Minister’s approval should be forwarded by 18 April 2014 to the: General Manager Sport and Recreation Victoria GPO Box 2392 Melbourne 3001.

Applicants should consult the local sub-branch of the RSL on the protocols, requirements and appropriate commemorative activities for ANZAC Day. Sporting events to be held on ANZAC Day that do not charge an admission fee, or seek a donation from spectators, do not require the Minister’s approval. It is still recommended that relevant clubs discuss appropriate commemorative activities that can be incorporated into their ANZAC Day sporting events with their local RSL sub branch.

For more information, please contact Sport and Recreation Victoria on (03) 9208 3364 or via email at info@sport.vic.gov.au

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Three on the menu

By JOEL PETERSON

FIVE days removed from his side’s second consecutive Women’s National Basketball League championship, Bendigo Spirit coach Bernie Harrower is already dreaming of a third title.

The Spirit recorded a 94-83 victory over Townsville in a game that will go down as an all-time classic, partly due to a third quarter scoring frenzy from both sides that saw them both shoot at over 70 per cent.

With a vintage performance from the ageless Kristi Harrower (22 points, nine assists) and heroics from Kelsey Griffin (28 points, 15 rebounds) – who claimed the inaugural Rachael Sporn WNBL grand final Most Valuable Player medal – the Spirit delivered Harrower a title he said he hasn’t had time to sit back and consider.

“After being on such a high on Sunday, I have

actually been a bit flat this week, I think the last few weeks have just taken their toll to a degree,” he said.

“Going into any grand final is stressful, but when it is against a side that has beaten you twice, it is an added stress because you know they can come into your house and get the job done.”

The game will go

finals, if not one of the best games in history and I think the scoreboard at the end probably flattered us a little because they fouled a lot late,” Harrower said.

“I don’t think we could have played a better game, because Townsville really threw absolutely everything at us and they were terrific as well.

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I don’t think we could have played a better game down as one of the WNBL’s classic grand finals, a shooting masterclass between two defensively-orientated sides.

Griffin was fourfrom-four from behind the three-point arc as Bendigo shot a combined nine-from-16 from deep and tallied its second highest score of the season.

“It will go down as one of the best grand

it looking at the box score, but I thought our defence was still pretty good. If it wasn’t, they could have easily put up 100 points.”

After the grand final win the Spirit roster travelled to state parliament this week for lunch with Sport and Recreation Minister Hugh Delahunty.

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