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ISSUE 868 FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2014

DIGITAL BACKWATER

THE Gillard Government promised work to connect the first 29,500 Bendigo homes and businesses to the National Broadband Network would begin a year ago. The Abbott Government promised all Bendigo homes would be connected to the NBN, albeit a

slower version, by 2016. Today, there are only 60 Bendigo homes, all in new estates, connected to the NBN, and no indication the rest of the city will be connected by the 2016 deadline. With most of Bendigo’s regional Victorian competitors, includ-

ing Ballarat and Shepparton, years ahead, and mostly fully connected, Bendigo is being left behind. Its reputation and economy is suffering as a result, and there are no plans to begin the rollout anytime soon. Smaller surrounding towns

such as Longlea, Axedale Goornong and Heathcote are already benefitting from having the NBN. While the Federal Government cannot bring the NBN to Bendigo, it has successfully delivered the NBN to the middle of Lake Eppalock.

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BOTH ON THE NET: Lake Eppalock offers broadband as well as fishing. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

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Sales are strong A LARGE crowd of about 50 people was on hand last weekend for the auction of 15 Hillary Court, Strathdale. Billed as a showcase in innovation, the striking six-bedroom, three-bathroom property comes complete with a gym and a dance floor, but was passed in on a vendor bid. CR Martin principal Clive Martin reports a subsequent offer to purchase the home has since been accepted. Barry Plant Bendigo held two auctions last weekend, the first for a solid brick three-bedroom home in Weeroona Avenue; the second, a three-bedroom weatherboard home on Olinda Street in highlysought-after Quarry Hill. Barry Plant director Bill Williams reports there was strong interest in the house at 5 Weeroona Avenue, which offered about 900 square metres of land close to Lake Weeroona, the hospital and Bendigo CBD. The property was passed in on a vendor’s bid, but has since sold. The cute weatherboard home at 135 Olinda Street was also passed in at auction, but Mr Williams said

GONE: This home in Hillary Court sold after auction

the property is now under offer. Tweed Sutherland First National director Darryn O’Keefe sold a blue-chip Victorian cottage at 130 Mackenzie Street on Saturday. The four-bedroom brick home is set on 539 square metres and sits in an elevated position close to Girton Grammar and the Bendigo CBD. Mr O’Keefe said the property sold within hours of the auction, continuing the trend of inner city period homes achieving strong prices within a short listing period. Tweed Sutherland will also auction a classic three-bedroom cream-brick home in Clarke Street Kennington tomorrow, Saturday, June 7. The home is on a generous 620 square metre allotment, close to schools, parklands, and the CBD.

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Thumbs up for council

BendigoWee kly ISSUE 867 FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2014

By ANTHONY RADFORD

THE State Government promised Kalianna Special School almost $350,000 for “urgent” maintenance work more than a year ago, and the school has not received a cent. Education Minister Martin Dixon and Nationals Member for Northern Victoria Damian Drum announced $346,379 for the school on April 19, 2013. School council representatives told the Bendigo Weekly this week that money has not been seen. At the time, principal Peter Bush said the money was urgently needed, as did Mr Drum. “The money is urgently needed to complete maintenance works and to improve safety of the school children,” Mr Drum said. “The funding means teachers won’t have to worry about the safety of their students and instead focus on their teaching.” The Weekly revealed last Thursday a plea by the school for more funding, with the aim of a longterm rebuild.

Based around that article, parent and school council member Pamela Rollinson wrote a letter to Premier Denis Napthine pleading for his help. “In 2012 an independent audit was conducted of schools and their maintenance needs,” Ms Rollinson said. “Kalianna came up on top of that list, which resulted in a grant of $346,379 to complete urgent works. “I am unsure if you are aware that we have not received a cent of this money, it is continually being held up by red tape. “I am aware there have been delays as there have been changes to the list of works to be completed as more parts of the buildings deteriorate causing new problems. “That in itself screams the need for urgent works to be treated as urgent.” Ms Rollinson highlighted the long list or “urgent” works needed around the school. “Considering it has been over a year since the announcement was made of the grant and it still has

not gone to tender therefore works have not started yet simply implies that the safety of our children really is not high priority at all,” she said. “To highlight just some of the building issues occurring at Kalianna and sub standards our children learn in; the doors are too heavy for some parents and teachers let alone children leaving a potential safety hazard, there is asbestos in some rooflines, there is no working air conditioning in some classrooms and the student kitchen room spontaneously trips the electrical safety switch “I have witnessed vomit bags stuck to the roof because of leaking roofs and Kalianna cannot do any electrical works until a power grid upgrade is completed. This has been a requirement for over two years “There are not adequate toilets for the staff/student toilet ratio with some boys toilets unusable in wet weather due to the leaking roof.” Ms Rollinson said parents did

Health on funds agenda GREATER Bendigo council will spend more than $1.2 million next year on Strathfieldsaye’s new Preschool and Maternal and Child Health Centre. The State Government this week announced it would contribute $650,000 to the centre, which has now been costed at $1.94m. The $460,000 allocated in the just-released 2014-15 council budget was part of the State Government money. With a completion date set by 2016, the remaining $1.29m of ratepayer’s funds will have to be in the 2015-16 budget. Minister for Children and Early Childhood Development Wendy Lovell said the new facilities were an important step for children’s education. “Early education is the most important level of education that a child can go through. It is absolutely vital that we deliver good quality early childhood programs in Victoria and good quality facilities. While this facility has served the people of Strathfieldsaye very well for a number of years... it is time for a renewal and provide a great new facility,”

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grants are include GREATER Bendigo d, council has spend $42.7m on council will tal amoun paved the capital works way for an t year war-che election- next financial year, on works by 34 it spends on capital st. of $51.6m this the back to $57.1m. per cent in 2015-16, what is affordable Council year. and must be done It will also vative and delivered a conseronly borrow Those projects to ensure wewhat timid $4m out will be rolled the most liveable are 2014-15 financia budget for the for capital projects next and regional city year, af Australia,” he l year this week, ter borrowing $7m af- months completed within in dramatically said. five this year. of the Novem “Four per capital workscutting spending on election. ber 2016 and borrow would not cut cent (rates rise) ings. Despite deliveri it. This “The operati ng draft age six per-cen an budget t rates rise, avercludes funding ng budget inspend only it will between what ... strikes the right balanc nance, childca for tree maintee is affordable million rates$26.79 of its $93.3 re, and what must and sports ground food services works next revenue on capital be done financia However, council About $5.6m maintenance.” This financia l year. will row will on be l a staggering boryear it spent spent drainage, $1.5m $27.6m of Mayor $9.2m its come on capitalown $86.4m in- 2015-16 budget, which for the dents who Barry Lyons said resi- scaping and $425,0 on land00 on playprojects built would will see a grounds. works. When federal smaller rate have preferred and increase would and state time for the Novem opened in have to ber election sacrifice It will also “This draft services. increase the . budget to- strikes 4Continued Pages the right balanceis fair and 10 and 11 between 4EDITORIAL Page 15

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DIANNE DEM ues her inves PSEY contintigation into the fallen girls of St phanage. Toda Aidan’s Orstory of Bend y she tells the igo’s Michelle O’Donohue and how the Royal Com mission is listen ing to form er residents the home of and claims of abuse noting their . 4Continued Page

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BATTLE: Last week’s Weekly Weekly. not have the luxury of picking and choosing schools, and felt they were being neglected because of it. Premier Denis Napthine said the money was available with tenders going out “very shortly”. “The department working with the local schools, has decided to group a number of projects together to get better bang for the buck,” he said. A spokesperson for Education Minister Martin Dixon said he received the letter and will respond.

GOOD NEWS: MP Wendy Lovell and state Liberal candidate for Bendigo East Greg Bickley at Strathfieldsaye preschool. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

she said. The new centre will house a maternal and child health space, early childhood intervention services, a playgroup and a toy library. The new hub will also have two kindergarten rooms licensed to house 33 students each but up to 132 students in two sessions a week. Ms Lovell said the new facility would enable a smoother transition across a child’s educational path. “This will be great for the chil-

dren as they come into the centre, those changes are so much easier for them and located so close to the primary school will be a one stop shop for families,” she said. “Young children will soon have access to the very best integrated education and care services in the years before school.” Acting manager of Community Partnerships David Williamson said they want to involve the community to ensure the “best centre”.

Loddon Mallee Preschool Association chief executive officer Phil Hocking said the centre was in need of an upgrade. “It’s fairly run down. So the need in a growing community does mean we do need a new centre,” he said. “For a growing community you have to have the additional capacity to take more children and in the next few years it’ll be bursting at the seams.”

LOCALS have given Greater Bendigo council positive customer satisfaction reviews, after the latest Government Community Satisfaction survey. The independent report found council had exceeded both state and regional averages on their future direction. Residents scored council 63 for overall performance, above the regional average score of 59 and state score 61. Customer service ranked the highest with an index score of 75, equal to last year’s result and 74 in 2012. Arts centres and libraries (84), appearances of public areas (77), and cultural activities (75) scored top three. Council chief executive officer Craig Niemann said he was not surprised about the results given the “positive vibe around town”. “Greater Bendigo is brimming with pride and confidence and this has been captured in these results,” Mr Niemann said. But only 26 per cent of residents said the city’s performance had improved while 11 per cent though it had deteriorated in the past year. Sixty per cent of residents believed council’s performance had stayed the same. Elderly support services fell below the state average and managing population growth was worse than the regional average. Residents only scored council 57 for community consultation and advocacy. Unsealed roads (54), town planning policy (56), lobbying and community consultation (57) scored the worst among participants. Eaglehawk residents were also the least complimentary of all suburbs, scoring only 58 but had the least contact with the city. Adults 18 to 34 years and those over 65 years were also the most negative. Mr Niemann said the results showed improvements could be made. “The city performs well across the board when compared with other municipalities, but we have no plans to rest on our laurels and will always strive to do even better,” he said. About 400 people were interviewed between January and March this year. To view the full results visit www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/organisation – Christine McGinn

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Fight continues

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THERE is still a long way to go in the battle to stop domestic violence, and pevention is looming as an urgent focus. Bendigo-based Centre for Non-Violence chief executive officer Margaret Augerinos said education and behaviour change were crucial to ending violence. “We need to ensure people change their attitudes, beliefs and behaviours that lead to violence in the first place,” she said. “This means putting the responsibility back onto perpetrators’ behaviours. “Taking the onus off victims to try to protect themselves and getting the system to take more responsibility for protecting victims is crucial. “When you start to provide information about these issues, demand for services increases.”

Ms Augerinos said family violence police referrals had more than quadrupled in the past three years. The CNV assisted 1576 women and children last financial year, about 360 more than in 2011-12. More than 1800 referrals were directed to CNV and another 1500 women and children were assisted

and locating it as a social issue as well,” Ms Augerinos said. “In our prevention and behaviour change programs, we are really starting to address those core issues around equality and how our values and beliefs then legitimise our choice of actions and behaviours we use in our relationships.” The 24-week men’s behaviour

Until we can stop violence completely, we will still have a need for refuges last financial year. Vital to CNV’s work, the men’s behaviour program puts the onus back on the perpetrator. “It is a very intense program and we use it as an opportunity to examine the crucial themes around equality to explore what is happening in the men’s own lives

change program explores factors that contribute to “equal and respectful relationships”. “The important thing is we don’t try to simplify the problem by saying it is just people who are unemployed or people who use drugs and alcohol who are violent. If it is someone else’s problem, we

often don’t look at our own views and attitudes that help shape community attitudes,” Ms Augerinos said. Victoria Police’s recent visionary blue paper also said prevention was the “first and most important pillar of policing”. “Until we can stop violence completely, we will still have a need for refuges and other crisis support for victims. We need to work on all levels – prevention, early intervention and crisis response,” Ms Augerinos said. “We need access to both types of support at this stage.” Although the war has not been won, those working in the service refuse to surrender. “If all of us are committed to concepts of equality and respect then hopefully we all start to behave in ways, in our public and private lives, that reflect those values,” Ms Augerinos said.

Festival has a flavour to savour By DIANNE DEMPSEY

WHILE writers festivals abound these days, the Bendigo Writers Festival, heading up to its third year, is proving to have a style and flavour all of its own. Distinguished by its size – not too big or not too small – and the venues – the Capital Theatre and the View Street Arts precinct – the festival has a reputation for being friendly, warm and stimulating. This is a sentiment that is confirmed by Julie Proudfoot, a Bendigo writer who won this year’s Seizure Viva La Novella prize, announced at this year’s Emerging Writers Festival. “I came along to the first two festivals,” Julie said, “and was totally enthralled.” “I guess you could say that the ambition to be a writer was certainly fostered by the festival. In fact my book The Neighbour was written in the past three years.” Describing it as literary psychological fiction, Julie’s book has had an enthusiastic reception and will be launched on the Saturday afternoon of the festival. Another local writer who will be attending the Bendigo Writers Festival is the Castlemaine poet Terence

Jaensch. Terence says his latest book of poetry Shark has several themes, including that of a father and son theme; although in reality his relationship with his father was not a strong one. There will be more than 50 sessions at the festival which will involve 100 writers. One of the highlights will be the Saturday-night session featuring Australia’s illustrious poet Les Murray and the Friday night opening speaker, Blanche d’Alpuget. Other writers include Gary Disher, Kerry Greenwood, Patricia and Don Edgar, Alex Miller, Sonya Harnett, Raymond Gaita and Mandy Sayer. The Bendigo Writers Festival is an initiative of the Greater Bendigo council in collaboration with La Trobe University Bendigo campus and managed by Bendigo’s Performing Arts Centre. The festival will be held in and around The Capital on August 8, 9 and 10

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SINCE running the series The Fallen Girls, the Bendigo Weekly has been contacted by many people who have some stories, both positive and sad related to St Aidan’s Orphanage. One of the most poignant stories came from Dorothy (not her real name) who lives in Flora Hill. In the mid 1930s, Dorothy’s parents owned a dairy farm which was on the periphery of St Aidan’s. “In those days St Aidan’s was surrounded by farmland,” she said “One day out on the farm my father saw a group of frightened, young girls who cautiously approached him.

“They were crying and scared. They had run away from the laundry and didn’t want to go back. “‘Please don’t take us back there,’

They were beaten and sometimes sent to bed without food they said to my father. “They were just young girls and my parents were very shocked and concerned for them. “I used to hear my father talking to my mother when I was supposed to be in bed. I was only about eight or nine at the time. I think it happened more than the one time. Mum and dad were visibly upset by what the girls had told them. And they were shocked by the sight of the girls. “It was mainly about their treatment by the nuns. They were beaten and sometimes sent to bed without food. “They were very frightened. They would say, ‘please don’t take us back. Help us.’ The other farmers may have had that experience but I don’t know that for a fact. My father always took them back, he didn’t know what else to do. “I think some of them had younger children with them. It was very sad.”

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THE FALLEN GIRLS DIANNE DEMPSEY continues her investigation into the fallen girls of Bendigo’s St Aidan’s Orphanage. Today she tells the story of California Gully resident Francine Callanan.

Life in ‘the castle on the hill’ FRANCINE Callanan can still remember her ward of the state number, 11467. Francine talked to me on the banks of Lake Weeroona on a fine Bendigo autumn day. With her red hair she’s as Irish as they come; and not afraid to speak the truth, she’s gutsy too. Francine said when she was first sent to St Aidan’s in 1969, she found it so grand and imposing that she told the children at the local Catholic primary school, St Therese’s, that she “lived in a castle on the hill”. It was her older sister who later that day disabused her of the illusion. “We live in an orphanage, stupid, we’re orphans,” she said. As Francine’s grand illusion crumbled, so too did her defence against the prejudices of the children at St Therese’s and of most people she met. They despised her for her orphan status. At St Aidan’s, Francine

used to get hit by at least one sister. “She was a big Amazon of a woman who walked around with a ruler all day to whack us with,” she said. “I think back now and why would you expect these frustrated, childless

I think we were the scapegoats for the disappointment of that sacrifice women to have maternal instincts. “They gave up everything in life and for a lot of them, I think we were the scapegoats for the disappointment of that sacrifice.” Francine was eventually sent to a residential house which was in Kangaroo Flat. “We went through three sets of parents,” she said. “There were two sinks in the bathroom, one for us and one for the children of the parents. It was them and us. You knew your inferior status, you just sucked it up.

ABUSED: Francine Callanan at the gates of St Aidan’s. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

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All councils are working ... to reduce lifestyle-related chronic diseases through 520 schools, 938 early childhood services and 4409 medium to large workplaces.� Greater Bendigo officially merged its existing Recreation Unit into the program, to ensure a long-term focus on the issue, with a taskforce of 16 staff. Council believes its fate will be known soon. Council Community Wellbeing director Pauline Gordon said she was

While visiting Bendigo, Health Minister David Davis said he was continuing to fight for the funds. “We are advocating strongly with the Federal Government to work through this,� he said. “Clearly this is an important program, the state is committed and we had a significant tieup between Commonwealth, state and local. “I have certainly had

conversations with the federal Minister and his office on these matters and we will continue to work towards an outcome.� Mr Davis did not say whether the State Government would pick up any funding shortfall. “Well let’s keep working on what we hope could be a reasonable outcome,� he said. Bendigo Health chief executive officer John Mulder criticised the funding cut. “I was disappointed that the recent federal budget made cuts to primary health care and health promotion at the very time that we need to be increasing our focus on keeping our community healthy,� he said. “I accept that we need to get our health system onto a sustainable footing but taking money away from the very investment that we know will produce a huge dividend over time is difficult to justify.�

Heads up on foxes HUNTERS have recorded a milestone, bringing in more than 40,000 fox scalps to the local Epsom collection station. Greater Bendigo and surrounds’ hunters have fired up to participate in the State Government’s bounty scheme to reduce numbers of wild foxes. More than 1100 fox scalps, from about 30 hunters, were handed in on Monday at the Department of Environment and Primary Industries’ collection point. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Peter Walsh said local hunters were helping the government to control pests. “Foxes have a devastating impact not only on our native flora and fauna, but on our agricultural industries. The Coalition Government is keen to reward

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GREATER Bendigo council’s fatbuster program is under threat from Federal Government budget cuts. Despite more than 70 per cent of Bendigo men and more than 50 per cent of local women being obese or overweight, the budget has cut funding to a program aimed at fighting the scourge. The State Government rolled out the federallyfunded Healthy Together Communities program in 2012, to 14 councils, including Greater Bendigo. Municipal Association of Victoria president Bill McArthur revealed the program was part of the health cuts in the budget, which included a $57m cut in preventative health projects. “All councils are working with communities to reduce lifestylerelated chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes and will be affected by the cuts,� he said. “In particular, a loss

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scalps at 37,777 to Hamilton’s 26,277 since the program started in 2011. “So far the Victorian Government’s four-year $4 million bounty on foxes and wild dogs has seen 275,214 fox scalps and 1345 wild dog parts handed in and $2,836,451 paid out,� Mr Walsh said. Armed with more than 210 fox scalps, shooter Nathan McDonnell said he participated in the program

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TRUCKLOADS: Hazeldene’s has helped with goods and delivery.

Food firm steps in to help Foodshare WHEN Foodshare’s Fay Barrett put the call out last month for assistance with collections of donated products for Foodshare, the response was immense. Last week that assistance materialised with Hazeldene’s delivering their first semi-trailer load of donated products to Foodshare’s headquarters in Bendigo. The 14 pallets of necessities including nappies, baby bottles, talcum powder, change mats, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste will make it to those who need it in our local community. “The difference that this will make to Central Victoria will be incredible,” Ms Barrett said.

“For a struggling young mother trying to educate herself and pay for these items, it can all just become too overwhelming.” Hazeldene’s marketing manager Tony Hill said he was happy to help. “As soon as we realised there was a need for assistance, we offered our transport vehicles to help out. It’s great to see that those products can get to families that really need them,” he said. Hazeldene’s has also donated 22,000 kilograms of chicken products to Foodshare to date, with a consistent supply of around 1500kg per month and will now also assist with deliveries as required.

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Making the future SENIOR researchers visited Bendigo this week as part of an initiative to expand education programs in the region. Deakin University’s Dean of Engineering Guy Littlefair led the group which also aims to support and bolster local manufacturing. The group met with local engineering, frontier and advanced materials, and intelligent systems innovators to learn how the university can contribute to a strong and reputable manufacturing-based local economy.

“Manufacturing is the largest sector in the Bendigo economy by output and the local manufacturing agenda is sophisticated and something the region should celebrate,” Professor Littlefair said. “Deakin looks forward to extending our already deep partnership with Bendigo manufacturers in helping advance manufacturing in the region.” Greater Bendigo mayor Barry Lyons said the council looked forward to working closely with Deakin to provide the city’s tertiary and TAFE

student population every opportunity to innovate and contribute to our thriving manufacturing economy. The visit included an evening networking engagement for all Bendigo manufacturing group and Bendigo manufacturing and mining equipment businesses to learn about developments in manufacturing and research and education plans that are being developed for the region. The researchers visited Australian Turntable Company, Keech Australia, Thales Australia and Hofmann Engineering.

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A QUICK look at the NBN Co’s rollout map says it all. All around Victoria, splotches of purple and light brown spread out like a rash on a chest. The purple indicates where the service is available. The brown, where it is being built. However, there is one area clearly immune to the colourful IT itch – Bendigo. Ballarat is virtually all covered. Half its CBD has fixed-line NBN, with the other half currently being built. Work on the rollout of fixed line to Shepparton’s CBD began in November. Axedale, Heathcote, Seymour, Castlemaine, Maryborough and Kyneton all have working NBN. You can even get it in the middle of Lake Eppalock. Before the federal election, Bendigo’s rollout was ready to go. In fact, if Labor won the election, trench diggers would be in the streets today. Current Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull told the Bendigo Weekly in July last year that by 2016, every house and business in Bendigo would be connected to the NBN, albeit a slower version. In 2011, a group was formed to advocate for the early rollout of NBN in Bendigo. iLoddon Mallee was successful in joining the second stage of Labor’s rollout. The group met with federal politicians in Canberra this week to again push Bendigo’s case. Despite detailing the city’s case

to the government for the past three years, it seems it needs to do it again. “We were asked to develop a submission to the Minister for Communications Malcolm Turnbull to demonstrate our capability and uses of technology for the region,� iLoddon Mallee project co-ordinator Margaret O’Rourke said. “Highlighting our strengths in education, health, agriculture and

If you are on a houseboat in Lake Eppalock you have better access to NBN tourism will assist our priority rating for the future rollout announcement. “We can’t underestimate the amount of work we need to do to continue to lobby and advocate for high speed broadband as we await NBN’s Operational Plan.� Ms O’Rourke said the meeting was a success, with the rollout focus shifting to multiple technology types. However, Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said timetables or plans for local rollouts were not clear. “My understanding of the iLoddon Mallee meetings is there is still no plan from the government,� she said.

“Malcolm Turnbull said in parliament this week the situation is still being reviewed. “We have been taken off the rollout map and we don’t know what we are getting, or when we are getting it.â€? Ms Chesters said prospective regional investors are noticing Bendigo’s lack of NBN infrastructure. “We are in the middle of a telecommunications crisis and it is putting pressure on our economy and our mobile network,â€? she said. “It is shocking to think if you are on a houseboat in Lake Eppalock you have better access to NBN than in Bendigo. “We are falling behind Ballarat and Shepparton. “We are being left behind when it comes to telecommunications and I fear it is having an impact on Bendigo’s economy. “We need it rolled out as soon as possible. We need to speak up on this and lobby the Minister and send the message that you can’t leave Bendigo behind.â€? NBN Co spokesman Trent Williams said the new rollout will deliver broadband using fibre to the premises, fibre to the node, hybrid fibre using coaxial cables, as well as fixed wireless and satellite. “The precise mix is dependent on renegotiating with Telstra as well as the development of NBN Co’s next corporate plan,â€? he said. “NBN will submit its corporate plan later this year which will determine the direction of the rollout time frame across Australia.â€? GLANVILLE Page 16

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GENIUS and Ambition: The Royal Academy of Arts, London 1768–1918 exhibition is finishing its exclusive Australian season at the Bendigo Art Gallery on Monday. The Queen’s Birthday long weekend offers a final opportunity for audiences to see these revered works from London’s prestigious Royal Academy, including masterpieces by artists such as JMW Turner, Thomas Gainsborough, John Constable, John Singer Sargent and Sir Joshua Reynolds.

Gallery director Karen Quinlan said Genius and Ambition was finishing on a high, estimating that more than 40,000 visitors will see the exhibition before it concludes. An amazing 2500 people visited the gallery last weekend. Greater Bendigo council City Futures director Stan Liacos said audiences travelled from far and wide to see the exhibition, with ticketing information indicating that some 45 per cent of patrons came from Melbourne, 25 per

Shadow Minister slams arts cuts WHEN Shadow Arts Minister and Shadow Attorney General Mark Dreyfus visited Bendigo last week, the first comment he made to the assembly of arts community group was about his musician father George Dreyfus who played in Bendigo many times. A reknowned composer, George Dreyfus frequently worked in regional areas to support local choirs and musicians. Mr Dreyfus said he was dismayed with the Liberal government’s budget and its affect on the arts. “More than half of what

cent from regional Victoria (other than the Greater Bendigo area) and five per cent from interstate and international. “We estimate the economic impact on our community to be in excess of $3.3m, which yet again reinforces how important the Bendigo Art Gallery is, not only as a cultural institution of national repute but as an economic and promotional driving force for our community.� Genius and Ambition features close to 100 works from

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was in the Labor budget for arts has been taken away,� he said. He added that one of the most vicious cuts was to Screen Australia, which had $25 million stripped from its previous funding. “There was no convincing reason for reducing the funding and no understanding of the role that the arts play in our society,� he said. Apart from being a fundamental part of our natonal identity, Mr Dreyfus said that the film industry had a significant flow-on effect on the economy.

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Standing tall WE all know Bendigo is home to some weird and wonderful people, but there are also some weird and wonderful things out there for us to admire. The latest Bendigo Magazine reveals four of our city’s finest oddities and the people behind them. “We found Gerald the giant giraffe and his wonderful owners Leon Blakeley and Menya Williams,� editor Andrew Rowe said. “You really have to see it to believe it. It is stunning. “The same can be said for Margaret Hunt’s Teddy bear sanctuary in Maiden Gully. It is amazing, and very, very popular.� The magazine also delves into the story behind one of Bendigo’s most amazing structures, the Great Wall of Junortoun. “We’ve all driven past Mark McGlashan’s masterpiece on the McIvor Highway, and we can now tell its, and his, story,� Ms Rowe said. “We have also discovered Tracey Marsh, whose coffee table is a coffin. “And you should see the rest of her living room.� The Bendigo Magazine also features the latest in fashion, people and local business.

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Students approach the challenge THERE was science and fun as far as the eye could see at Bendigo South East Secondary College’s stadium last week. Students from eight Central Victorian schools took part in the national Science and Engineering Challenge, a program aimed at addressing the national decline in the number of science and engineering university graduates nationally. The one-day competition is designed to provide Year nine and 10 students with a positive experience of science and engineering.

La Trobe University’s Elizabeth Johnson said the event was great way to encourage secondary school students into the fields of science and engineering. “The Challenge drew on the students’ competitive edge, with each school providing seven teams of up to four students who work on different activities in competition with the other schools,� she said. Dr Johnson said the activities required more than just understanding scientific principles. “When these students tackled

Challenge activities such as building the lightest bridge that can carry the heaviest load, they were required to think creatively and laterally,� she said. “They needed to demonstrate the exact traits and skills a professional engineer or scientist uses when solving a problem. “By giving young people opportunities to experience the challenges and rewards of this type of problem solving, we are encouraging them to pursue career in the practical science.�

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New directions for welfare Last Friday the Bendigo Weekly ran an interview with a previous CEO of st Luke’s. the agency is currently undergoing many changes that are driven largely by government policy and tough financial times. thirty or more staff positions will soon be lost. I have been associated with st Luke’s since the mid 1970s. Many local people will remember the st Luke’s toddlers’ Home on Napier street, White Hills. It was run by an agency of the Melbourne Dioceses of the anglican Church (now part of anglicare Victoria). In 1979 with the strong support of Bishop Oliver Heyward, Bishop of Bendigo and many local citizens, the local diocese took over the service and from there st Luke’s developed as an innovative, locally connected provider of a range of wellbeing services. In large these are directed to the most marginalised and traumatised in our communities. On an average day st Luke’s is interacting with more than 1000 clients in many local communities. the agency has built a particular culture based heavily on social justice and respect and connection to local people, local services, schools and businesses. the original formation of the thennew st Luke’s in 1979 was complemented by a general view at the time that celebrated local service, local governance and being a good citizen in local communities. thinking over the past decade, however, has been changing significantly. Big, centralised and corporate has replaced local and connected. Governments want to negotiate with fewer players. they are expecting voluntary agencies to become extensions of government. this is quite a significant change for Victoria. Victoria was a free-settled state and in the early days welfare services were established and delivered by nongovernment services. these services were close to the people they serviced, and had a strong influence on policy and practice. they knew what was needed and their views were respected. they are still delivering strong locally-informed, peoplefocused services. Big corporate centralised organisations, some for profit, with their decision-making headquarters outside of our region will save on infrastructure, but my fear is that the long-term value governments get for their dollar (in fact our dollar) will diminish. short-term outcomes will not necessarily produce sustainable long-term

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personal growth and change. From st Luke’s experience working as a good citizen in a local community has led to very good outcomes for many clients. For example, by buying locally, st Luke’s has established relationships with local employers who have then been willing to give some very disconnected kids work experience and mentoring they would not have had a chance of winning by themselves. Disillusioned kids can walk down the street and be spoken to respectfully by adults who now know them. so in order to survive in this “big is beautiful� world, st Luke’s has had to merge with a larger entity, anglicare Victoria. It has negotiated this in a style that is expected to allow st Luke’s to remain connected and responsive to local needs while gaining more financial security. time will tell if this works better for local marginalised people. I know st Luke’s staff will always focus on the clients’ needs and hopefully local people will continue to support them to do so. What’s happening to st Luke’s is not unique to st Luke’s. the big question for me is not just about st Luke’s but about society generally. are we being so driven by shortterm government policy, economics and fear that we are prepared to be less respectful, compassionate and tolerant to all members of our community? Diana O’Neil, Bendigo

Council supports campaign CONGratuLatIONs to the Greater Bendigo council on the decision to request the Victorian Government to consider protecting the Wellsford state Forest under the National Parks act 1975. the decision was made at the council meeting on Wednesday, May 28, and it is particularly fitting for Bendigo because it seeks to strengthen the city in a park image of our city. Including the Wellsford in the Greater Bendigo National Park will close a large gap, connecting the Bendigo regional Park and the Mount sugarloaf Flora and Fauna reserve into a continuous reserve, thereby protecting the special animals and plants that live there. the Wellsford Forest Conservation alliance consists of organisations and individuals working together with the aim to have the Wellsford Forest included in the Greater Bendigo National Park. Jenny Shield, Wellsford Forest Conservation Alliance

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COuNCIL is seeking public feedback on the proposed budget for 2014-15 and I encourage residents to read what is being put forward and to have their say. this year’s budget has been framed around a vision of Greater Bendigo, working together to be the most liveable regional city in australia. Proposed is a big investment in capital and major works totalling $62.2 million, which includes funds for big projects of regional significance, as well as for important “grassrootsâ€? infrastructure such as roads and drains. Operating expenditure includes funding for tree maintenance, home care and food services, childcare, road and drainage maintenance, library services, grass slashing, sports ground maintenance‌ the list goes on. Like every level of government, the council needs revenue in order to build and maintain infrastructure and provide services.

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Misty eyed on the lake Steve found himself in deep water during a photo shoot

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LOT of work goes into producing a newspaper. Our cover this week focuses on the National Broadband Network coverage encompassing Lake Eppalock, but missing out on Bendigo. So the trusty crew in editorial leapt into action to provide the image. Might I say at this point the editor stayed in the office. Wednesday morning saw Sleepy Nick at the boat ramp with his aluminium tub. I rolled up through the mist at 8.45am shortly followed by Long-tall Drew and Splash McGinn. Such was the mist, we thought the picture would not happen, and after taking some test shots we thought we would hang around in case it cleared. This did not happen, and Drew set about convincing the editor what we could do with the images. The editor told Drew what he could do with the photos in no uncertain terms, and we rescheduled for 4.30pm. The thought of having to

do it all again filled us with a bit of dread. I had been on the boat, scary enough, seen Splash McGinn’s white legs, very scary, and seen Sleepy Nick in his shorts. Beyond description. We hauled out the boat and got on with our day jobs. Come 4.30pm and we were back at the ramp. Once again we eased the boat in with Nick’s inertia launch system and we were nearly away. We pulled the boat to shore so Splash could hop in without getting her delicate feet wet, and I then struggled on. It was not the most dainty of boardings, and I rocked the boat a bit. Splash thought I was

doing it on purpose and as my struggle continued she weighed in. “Get on board you porker,” she said with some feeling, and as is my way, as soon as I was stable I rocked the boat, on purpose this time. McGinn was not as surefooted as she thought and lunged at the nearest thing she could hang on to. That’ll teach her to call me names. We then set to the serious task of taking photos, and us trainee models posed and pouted as if on a Bendigo Magazine shoot. Once Drew was happy, Nick headed out across the lake at speed for a bit of relaxation. I think he had in mind to

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shake us up a bit No more sleepy Nick here. Full throttle, or so it seemed, we weaved and circled, every bump making Splash roll around like a fool. I love aeroplanes, but small boats scare me a bit, and every wake we hit rammed the boat deeper and deeper into my “porky” parts. Nick was laughing like a fool, Splash was squealing like a child and reliving scene from Titanic, and I was hanging on for the sake of my pride. It could have been worse I guess, seasickness or falling in would have topped of the day nicely Thanks guys, you can do the picture next time. twitter: @stevekendall1

dear dotty... Dear Dotty, There seems to be a trend nowadays for these bright young sales assistants to say, “how are we?” when greeting the customer. Am I really expected to know how they are when I’ve never met them before? The question seems silly to me. Irritated Iris, East Bendigo Dear Irritated Iris, Your irritation is well justified. That question, “how are we?” is usually spoken in a sanctimonious tone which suggests the sales assistant is addressing a demented cockatoo. It is the same question and tone of voice which hospital patients with broken limbs and internal bleeding are often subjected to. “How are we?” indeed. Next time somebody asks you that say, “we are not amused.” As far as I am concerned the only person allowed to use the royal “we” is Betty herself, her royal majesty etc. Dear Dotty, I had a terrible experience in a Bendigo restaurant last week. I don’t wish to put the owners out of business but boy, they and their staff could do with a couple of lessons. First of all I was dismayed to see the interior of one of Bendigo’s finest buildings absolutely desecrated. The intricate plaster work on

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the walls and ceilings was covered in stark white paint. The white was only broken up by abstract paintings which consisted of anonymous blobs of yellow. The magnificent wooden bar was replaced with stainless steel and the original fireplace pulled out. I felt like I was eating in the dining room of a lunatic asylum. Further, one of the waiters started to mimic the way we were laughing behind our backs. It appeared we sounded like hyenas to him. We asked that he apologise which he did but we left without ordering a meal. Why pay to sit in a cold unfriendly environment, reminiscent of a madhouse and be mocked by the waiting staff? Hannah, Bendigo Dear Hannah, Please ring me up and tell me where it was, it sounds too bad to be true. I love going to restaurants and getting insulted. It’s super to have a fight and walk out (as long as something is open around the corner). Twitter: @DearDotty

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C J Dennis revealed An Unsentimental Bloke: The Life and Works of C J Dennis By Philip Butterss, Wakefield Press, 2014. $34.95

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HE Songs of the Sentimental Bloke, first published in 1915, was a watershed in Australian poetry, and established its author, CJ Dennis, as a phenomenally successful Australian writer. It received much critical acclaim, and sold more than 55,000 copies within the first year. This book traces the story of the author, both before and after its success, and his works, a varied collection of poetry, journalism and prose works, together with later film and stage adaptations of The Bloke. The story of Doreen and her beloved “Bloke� resonated with the Australian public in a way that books of poetry had never done before, and established the genre of “larrikin� verse as something quintessentially Australian. The idea that CJ Dennis was unsentimental would have been unthinkable to the massive number of Australians who bought the book in the early years of the 20th century, and Butterss reaches this conclusion after his very comprehensive research detailing the attitudes and behaviour of Dennis (commonly known as “Den�) before and after its publication. Den is seen to be very much aware, if not manipulative, about the book’s marketing and publication, and continued to be quite

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canny in regards to his later books, especially the Moods of Ginger Mickand later publications in the “Bloke� sequence. The highlight of this biography is the analysis of the work, The Songs of the Sentimental Bloke in relation to Australian society and culture at the time of its publication, in particular in relation to the context of the Australian involvement in World War I, and the importance of the mythical ideal Aussie for the soldiers and for the families at home. While the discussion of the works of CJ Dennis in their context is the strong point of this book, there are also descriptions of Dennis and his personal life, though they are sometimes sketchy. However, many interesting details about his working life, friendships, marriage, health issues and occasional alcoholism, and the social milieu of the time add to the understanding of his works and their creation. Butterss is keen to re-establish Dennis firmly among the echelons of respected Australian poets, and this book offers valuable new perspectives on the life and works of an important writer in the context of the early 20th century society in Australia. – Kaye Poole

HE final touches are being put on Girton Grammar School’s production of Into the Woods. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Into the Woods is a fractured and comedic take on several fairy tales, all woven together as well-known characters search for what happens after their happily ever after. Acting head of drama Nick Pease said the production is a musical comedy with universal themes and a mix of fairy tale characters such as Cinderella, Red Riding Hood, the Wolf, Sleeping Beauty, and the Witch. “The production also features two new characters, the baker and the baker’s wife, who are integral to the plot,� he said. “The story is about showing the audience their well-known fairy tale characters but with a different perspective which makes them easier to relate to and funnily enough, more comedic.�

Headmaster Matthew Maruff said the Drama students had outdone themselves this year. “The performances are amazing,� he said. “About 65 students, ranging from Year 7 to Year 12 will be performing. “The students and staff have been planning and rehearsing this production for six months and will put on a very entertaining show for all ages.� Into the Woods is coming to The Capital Theatre, Bendigo on June 24, 25 and 26. Tickets are on sale now. Performances start at 7pm and tickets are $18 adults, $12 students/ seniors and $54 family (two adults, two children) and can be purchased on 5434 6100 or www. thecapital.com.au.

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Saturday, June 7 Come and Try Croquet: Eaglehawk Croquet Club invites you every Saturday to come and try the game of croquet. Details: 5447 2610. Car boot sale: St Mary’s Anglican Church from 8am to 1pm. Entry from Church street, Kangaroo Flat. Bookings and details 0419 508 932. Winter Gala Dance: Spring Gully Hall, $9. 8pm. Music by Family Rhythm. Hot & cold supper, a great dance floor. Details: 5444 2953.

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time as they hear classic hits such as She’s My Baby, Wild One, Right Now, So Tough, Shout, Move Baby Move, I’m Counting On You, Sing, She Wears My Ring, Come On And Take My Hand and many more. Johnny O’ Keefe was the first Australian rock n’ roll performer to tour the United States, and is still the Australian performer with the most Top 40 hits with a record of 29 spanning his entire career from 1959 to 1974. The show is at the Capital Theatre tonight.

Saturday June 7 and Sunday, June 8 150th Anniversary: St Augustines Church, Inglewood. 4pm for historic display, with tea and biscuits and organ music. At 6.30pm there will be a meet and greet old friends at the Royal Hotel. On Sunday there will be a service from 10.30am, followed by a catered lunch in the parish hall. RSVP ASAP. Details: 0428 477 427. Monday, June 9 Queens Birthday Dance: Spring Gully Hall from 7.30pm. Great CDs to dance to, $4. Details: 5444 2953. Thursday, June 12 Old Time Dance: 8pm to 11pm. Entry $5. Eaglehawk Senior Citizens Hall, Darling Street. Details: 5442 1815. Friday, June 13 The Bendigo Newcomers: Meeting at the Exchange Café, Shop 11, Bendigo Bank Court, Bendigo. Enjoy a quiet drink and a friendly catch up at 6pm. Dinner will be arranged at a nearby venue for those who wish to stay. Details 0413 110 180. EXHIBITIONS Nelly Zeineddine: to 22 Jun, The Capital Foyer Irene Barberis: Apocalypse/Revelation: Re Looking: to June 15, La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre. Contemplations: to 27 July, Living Arts Space, Visitor Information Centre

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BENDIGO HOSPITAL PROJECT NEWSLETTER : WINTER 2014

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BENDIGO HOSPITAL PROJECT CONSTRUCTION UPDATE Those viewing the construction of the hospital from Arnold St will have noted that the height of the structure has increased during the past few weeks as the formwork for level two was erected.

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The pouring of concrete for the third suspended slab, for what will be the Pathology Department on the second floor of the hospital, began in early June. The slab will then continue westwards in the same way as has occurred for lower levels over the past few months. This process will be repeated with each floor until the east building structure is topped off in December. At that stage the height of the structure will be around its finished height of 36.5m, equivalent to the current height of the cabin on the crane named Ben.

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Over the past month the last of the four tower cranes, named Lucy, was erected. In the next few weeks the height of three of the cranes will be increased in line with the building structure. For example Ben will rise another 12m; the cabin will be around 45m high.

There are nearly 200 workers onsite and this number will increase substantially during the next six months. At the Hope St end of the site, footings for the foundations of the smaller west building are underway and the intricate construction of the cancer bunkers has also commenced. The 40cm thick steel plate has been installed and the footings have been poured. Outside the construction of the main hospital, works continue on the switch room near the Anne Caudle Centre and the new childcare centre in Yarrington House. The construction of the small switch room is part of a project to bring power into the new hospital. The roof on the childcare centre has been completed and plastering has commenced. This building is well on track to be the second completed building for the Bendigo Hospital Project later this year. Progress can be monitored on the webcam available at the Bendigo Hospital Project website www.bendigohospitalproject.org.au or through the viewing holes on Hope Street.

Bendigo Hospital Project Newsletter : Winter 2014

Bendigo Hospital Project Newsletter : Winter 2014

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one year annIversary July 2014

Cancer bunker structure complete and 50% concrete poured

September 2014

Basement slab complete Contract signed

May 2013

august 2013

Foundations commence

deceMber 2013

Sod turned

Schaller Studio constructed

Bulk excavation completed

january 2014

February 2014

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Crane BEN erected

132,000 tonnes of soil removed

170 workers onsite

300 hours of consultation on design completed including review of 1030 room designs

aPrIL 2014 Crane MAXIMUS erected

December 2014

Crane LUCY erected

Hospital structure top off

May 2014 15,000 m2 of concrete poured

Crane CRANIUM erected

January 2015

Childcare centre will be open for business Schaller Studio opened

February 2015 500 workers onsite

December 2016

Completion of new hospital

June 2018

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ONE YEAR ON... One year since Bendigo Hospital contract signed ■ Building a bigger and better hospital in Bendigo ■ Delivering the highest quality healthcare to Bendigo and the region ■ Victorian Coalition Government building a healthier Victoria Minister for Health David Davis last week celebrated one year since the contract was signed for the $630 million new Bendigo Hospital Project. Touring the construction site, including the area that will be home to the new radiotherapy bunkers and front entrance, Mr Davis said the day marked the first anniversary of the contract signing between the Victorian Government and Exemplar Health. “The Victorian Coalition Government is delivering on our $630 million commitment to build a bigger and better hospital in Bendigo,” Mr Davis said. “This new world-class hospital is one of the largest regional healthcare projects in Australia and will deliver the highest quality healthcare to the people of Bendigo and beyond for many years to come. I am proud to say the project is rapidly rising from the ground and is on budget and on track for completion in 2016.”

Major aChieVeMents in the first year inCluDe: ■ Over 149,000 tonnes of soil excavated ■ More than 15,000 square metres of concrete poured, 17 per cent of the total ■ All four cranes on site – named Ben, Maximus, Cranium and Lucy ■ Work started on radiation therapy bunkers for the integrated cancer centre ■ Ground floor more than half complete and works started on new front entrance on Mercy St ■ To date, around 170 workers on site have worked over 100,000 hours combined. The project is being delivered by Exemplar Health which is a consortium made up of Capella Capital, Siemens, Lend Lease and Spotless. Mr Davis said the Victorian Coalition Government is building a healthier Victoria with more than $4.5 billion of capital investment at health services across the state, including the $630 million new Bendigo Hospital.

“the Victorian Coalition Government is delivering on our $630 million commitment to build a bigger and better hospital in Bendigo”

PROJECT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Pictured: Minister for Health David Davis.

It’s hard to focus on just the last 12 months when you talk to Bendigo Hospital Project Executive Director David Walker. For David, when the doors to the new hospital swing open for the first time, it will be the culmination of 14 years work and to this point, it has been 12 years.

Pictured: Bendigo Hospital Project Executive Director, David Walker, with his grandson Dexter.

“I think one of the big tasks will be to sit down with Spotless and detail how their provision of the facility management services is going to work alongside our clinical service provision. There will be a lot of conversations around that to ensure everything is in place and fully co-ordinated by the time the hospital is ready to begin treating patients.

“It will be 14 years of life too,” he said. “I’ve turned 50, I’ve become a grandfather and when the hospital opens my grandson, Dexter, will be nearly four and can hold my hand and walk in the front door beside me – that’s a wonderful thing to be able to look forward to and it will be a special day.”

“We will also nail down our equipment selection and then it will be time to start looking at the plan for transitioning from the old hospital into the new facility.

While many will have spent countless hours on the project since its inception, only a few will be able to lay claim to being involved in its entirety – an aspect David was quick to deflect.

“From a physical point of view – the skeleton structure of the building will be complete and people will be able to see the magnitude of the site. I think people are starting to get an idea of the scope of this project and realise how big this is physically and also what it means for Bendigo and the Loddon Mallee – the wow factor is starting to really set in.”

“It’s been a huge effort from hundreds and thousands of people to even get to the stage where we are at now, let alone in a few years’ time. When you look back, the enormity of this development for a regional city is mindboggling.” Whilst David and many others have been working hard behind the scenes for several years, for members of the community, seeing the physical building take shape has certainly awoken the realisation that a new hospital for Bendigo and the Loddon Mallee is almost here. “It’s a pretty amazing thing to see and it’s been a lot of hard work for everybody. Even during those early stages when funding was starting to come through, people still didn’t think it was going to happen, but now it actually is and people are thinking wow. I go around the site every couple of weeks and the progress on the structure is very impressive – it’s incredible to see how quickly it is going up.” And ‘wow’ is exactly what David anticipates people will feel when the project is complete at the end of 2016. Over the past 12 months, contracts were signed with

and swipe card access etcetera, our nurse call systems and some of the building automations will take shape and the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) team will be getting into full swing to deliver that part of the project as well.

Asking David for one highlight in the past 12 months – an impossible task, but he managed to narrow it down somewhat. Exemplar, a barren site has become a hive of activity and detailed plans and designs have been tweaked and finalised. More recently, design stage two has been the main focus, with hundreds of staff, clinicians and selected community members working together to finalise the detailed design for each of the 2500 rooms that will make up the state-ofthe-art facility. “It’s been a really busy, but extremely important year. All the detailed design is so important and the hours that Bendigo Health staff have put into this area has been phenomenal,” David said. “The next 12 months will continue to see us work through detailed designs around functionality, security protocols

“The hotel opening, the first building up. It’s a great space and it’s the first of the three main buildings to be completed with the childcare centre, conference centre and car park and of course the hospital still to come. The work that has gone into the design of this project both from a functional and external design point of view will result in a regional general hospital that will absolutely be the best. There’s an awful lot of work that has gone into it and it will be an award winning design.” Finally, I had to ask. Can David picture day one of the new hospital? “Absolutely. It’s in my head, I can see it. I’ve seen 1700 drawings and when I stood in Mercy Street recently and looked toward the site, I can imagine where the desks will be and where people will need to go. I’ll be a very happy man.”

Bendigo Hospital Project Newsletter : Winter 2014

SCHALLER STUDIO OPENS FOR BUSINESS As a first for regional Australia, The Schaller Studio officially swung open its doors on 22 May providing a contemporary accommodation solution for Bendigo with the signature Art Series Hotel Group art inspired twist. The hotel is the launch property of the Studio concept for the Group an affordable, compact, version of the brand perfectly suited for regional Australia. The hotel was built as a part of the public private partnership component of the Bendigo Hospital Project. Will Deague, CEO, Art Series Hotel Group said the opening of The Schaller Studio was an acknowledgment of the growing art and cultural scene in regional Australia, of which Bendigo is a true leader. “The hotel will harness the growing trend of Australians looking to take shorter local breaks to explore their own backyard rather than heading overseas,” he said. The 128 room Schaller Studio draws from the art and cultural overtones of Bendigo City, while being inspired by namesake artist, Mark Schaller, and his renowned expressionist work. A vibrant art offering awaits guests to The Schaller Studio with 240 pieces of original work on display across a variety of disciplines including oil on canvas, wood and bronze sculpture and mosaic. Beyond the hotel, The Schaller Studio is proud to be official hotel partner to the successful Bendigo Art Gallery. “It is just awe inspiring to see the hotel finally finished. It is the largest collection of my work ever exhibited and I am truly taken aback to see it all in one home and to be honoured in this way. I can’t wait to visit the hotel regularly and share in the Bendigo experience,” Artist Mark Schaller said. On arrival, guests are greeted by an impressive eight metre high mural – The Family: About joie de vivre (celebration of life), a perfect inspiring and uplifting centre piece for the hotel given its placement alongside the $630 million Bendigo Hospital Project. For further information visit: www.artserieshotels.com.au Pictured: Clockwise from top: · Amanda Millar MP, Stan Liacos - Director City Futures, City of Greater Bendigo, Mark Schaller - namesake artist, Karen Quinlan - Director, Bendigo Art Gallery and Will Deague CEO Asian Pacific Group officially open the Schaller Studio · Guests mingling in the hotel courtyard · Will Deague and Mark Schaller standing in front of artwork on display in the lobby · A communal area in the hotel’s ground floor foyer

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BENDIGO HOSPITAL PROJECT How high will the new hospital be? Taken from the future entrance of the hospital to the roof, the height is around 36.5m. This will vary slightly due to the slope of the land and the design, for instance the part of the building that fronts Arnold St will be lower. The cabin on the crane named Ben provides a useful reference point as it is currently around 33m.

Is the design of the hospital finished? The overall design is finished but the project team is still working with the hospital staff and consumers to fine tune it.

What capacity will the new hospital have? The new hospital will have 372 inpatient beds and 10 operating theatres, an integrated cancer centre, a mental health unit and a helipad on top of a new multistorey car park. The new purpose-built 80 bed mental health facility will bring together mental health services currently

split across three sites and provide an additional 33 psychiatric inpatient beds.

winning names, which can now be seen on the cranes: Ben, Maximus, Cranium and Lucy.

What hours will construction activities be taking place?

How to contact the project?

Unless otherwise approved, construction activity on the site is restricted by our planning permits and will generally occur between 7.00am – 5.30pm Monday to Saturday. Work is permitted to occur up till 7.00pm weekdays and until 5.00pm on Saturdays.

If you have any questions over the course of the project you can contact us via the following:Telephone: 1300 624 246 Email: bendigohospitalproject@bendigohealth.org.au Website: www.bendigohospitalproject.org.au

Will any more cranes be erected? No. All four cranes that will be used in construction of the hospital have been erected. However, three of them will have their height increased as the structure grows.

Why do the cranes have names printed on them? The project team ran a competition in late 2013, encouraging young Loddon Mallee residents to suggest names for the four cranes that are constructing the new hospital. The judging panel chose these

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Bendigo Medical is a fully accredited practice owned and operated by local General Practitioners. Our experienced team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff strive to deliver the highest standard of primary care to this growing region, with three fully integrated clinics We have a strong focus on doctorpatient relationship, and are committed to providing you and your family your personal and professional medical care. For enquiries and appointments please call any of the clinics All children younger than 16 attending the clinic are bulk-billed

Services offered at all clinics: • Family Medicine • Flu, Gardisil & General vaccinations • Travel medical advice; vaccinations and travel kits with Dr McCarthy and Dr Babovic • Efficient, extensive programs to manage chronic diseases and conditions, including referrals for dental services and counselling • Practice Nurses providing a Well Women’s Clinic, including PAP smears, childhood and general immunisation and wound management. - A focus on Men’s health issues - Industrial medicine - Injury management We are pleased to welcome Dr Alan Dulfer and Dr Aman Randhawa to our team All 3 clinics are accepting new patients. For further information please call any of the numbers below or go to:

www.bendigomedical.com.au

Providing Medical Imaging services to regional Victoria for over 30 years • General Xray • Multislice Computed Tomography (CT) • Ultrasound • Fluoroscopy & Barium Studies • Nuclear Medicine • Orthopantomography (OPG) • Comprehensive Breast Imaging including Mammography • Bone Mineral Densitometry (DEXA) • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) • Full Interventional Radiology

Bendigo Radiology 109-111 Lucan St, Bendigo Phone: 5440 3500

St John of God Hospital Cnr Lily and Chum St, Bendigo Phone: 5440 3500

Bendigo Health (for MRI) Stewart St, Bendigo Phone: 5454 8630

Bridge St Clinic: 63 Bridge St, 5454 2300 Epsom Clinic: 164-168 Midland Highway, 5430 4900 Flora Hill Clinic: 153 Neale St, 5442 1344 www.bendigomedical.com.au

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Reducing relationship stress

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ICK of repeating yourself to your partner or parent? You are not alone. A survey by Australian Hearing has revealed that two thirds of Australians close to someone with hearing difficulties say hearing loss is putting their relationship under stress. Misunderstanding is the main cause, with the majority of couples admitting to arguments as a result of miscommunication from hearing impairment. More than three million Australians have a partner who suffers from hearing loss and 4.8 million have a parent who is hard of hearing, the results found. The majority of those surveyed said their loved ones admitted to having hearing difficulties, despite the fact people wait seven years on average to seek help about their hearing loss. Natalie Betts, manager/ audiologist at Australia Hearing says the period between a person with hearing impairment realis-

HELPFUL: Kerri, Megan, Adrian, Kellie, Liz and Chris from Bendigo Radiology. Photo: GARRY PATERSON

TESTING: Henry Edwards with Natalie Martin from Aust Hearing. ing they have a problem and then doing something about it is causing relationship difficulties. “Stress on relationships is borne out of frustration in communication,� Natalie said. “Having to repeat oneself constantly, arguments from misunderstanding and having to shout during conversations can be very draining, particularly if this kind of activity is happening for years and increasing in severity.� The survey finds that a third of respondents didn’t confide in the person as of-

ten as they used to because of conversation difficulties, resulting in less social engagement. “Simple everyday activities such as helping each other with chores, enjoying conversations and attending reunions can become a source of irritation for family members and loved ones, meaning they suffer too,� Natalie said. If this situation sounds familiar Australian Hearing can help. Just phone 131 797 or visit www.hearing.com.au for more details.

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HE staff at Bendigo Radiology support and promote men’s health by providing specific medical imaging services including prostate MRI using stateof-the-art 3T technology. Bendigo Radiology has provided medical imaging services to Bendigo and the surrounding region for more than 35 years while being instrumental in introducing ultrasound, CT, nuclear medicine and MRI throughout the region, making them one of the largest providers of radiology services in regional Victoria, with 19 practices across the northern and western Victoria. A recently purchased centrifuge machine allows platelet rich plasma injections into injured tendons, joints and muscles, enabling patients to return to

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physical activity faster than previously. Specialised ultrasound equipment is able to diagnose and monitor organs without the use of radiation or medication which can impair kidney function. Bendigo Radiology is committed to providing communities with access to high quality medical imaging with the latest in medical imaging technology and communications. Bendigo Radiology head office is conveniently located at 109 /111 Lucan Street, Bendigo, just opposite the Bendigo Hospital. Phone 5440 3500 or visit their website at www.bendigoradiology.com.au for more information.

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ENDIGO Specsavers’ optometrists Steve Thomson and John Chieng provide state-ofthe-art eye-care to all their clients, thanks to digital retinal cameras at both their Lansell Plaza and Bendigo Market Place outlets. “These cameras provides a detailed image of the back of the eye, assisting with early detection of diabetic eye disease, glaucoma and macular degeneration,” Steve said. “The advantage of digital retinal photography is that the photographs are stored permanently. “This means we can

compare photos taken over time and identify subtle changes in the eyes that could indicate serious eyes diseases.” Diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma damage the retina and can lead to significant vision loss, according to Specsavers. “Some of these diseases don’t exhibit any early warning signs before they begin to damage your vision,” John said. “So by the time you notice you have a problem, your eyes could already be irreparably damaged.” Regular eye examina-

tions are recommended every two years – even if you don’t think your prescription needs updating. And at Specsavers digital retinal pictures are free and an integral part of every eye examination. Allowing Specsavers to monitor your retina long term and advise of any gradual deterioration, indicating further health concerns. Specsavers Kangaroo Flat Lansell Square Shopping Centre, phone 5447 1170. Specsavers Bendigo Market Place, phone 5441 4235.

Golden City Medical Clinic

(Accredited Practice) 41 Eaglehawk Road, Bendigo 3550

• Dr. Helen Tom • Dr. Safwat Hanna • Dr. Regina Clark • Dr. Karen Martens Dr. Amal Tawfeelis • Dr. Ashraf Mansour • Dr. Cassandra Worme

NEW PATIENTS WELCOME FULL TRAVEL MEDICINE’S SERVICES OFFERED The clinic offers a full range of medical services including womens health, childrens health, travel medicine including vaccinations, mens health, skin checks and removal of lesions, aged care and chronic disease management, sports medicine and more. 3 Experienced Practice Nurses. Doctor on call available 24/7. All doctors are experienced in a broad range of general practice and treatment of all ages.

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EN’S Health Week provides an ideal opportunity to further promote a serious but often overlooked area of men’s health, and nobody knows it better than Dr Asharf Mansour and Dr Safwat Hanna of the Golden City Medical Clinic, being two of the male doctors at this busy practice. “Prostate related concerns are still the number one issue affecting men,” Dr Mansour said. “We urge all males between 45 and 49- years-old to see their doctor for an initial health assessment which among other tests will include a PSE blood test and digital rectal examination for prostate enlargement.” Many men believe an initial health assessment is unnecessary, but it is vital to keep an eye on any underlying problems and to order further examinations if necessary – after all prevention is better than cure.

Depending on test results Dr Mansour usually recommends prostate screening every two to three years. “I usually wait for the initial PSE results before the digital rectal examination, which is quick and painless,” Dr Mansour said. “Combining both tests increases the chances of early detection and successful treatment.” With seven doctors at the clinic it is easier than ever for existing or new patients to see a doctor. Phone reception on 5441 4554 to make an appointment from 8.30am until 6pm Monday to Friday. Golden City Medical Clinic at the former Fifeshire Hotel at 41 Eaglehawk Road with ample parking off-street parking. After hours consultations are also available 24/7 with patients being able to access a doctor simply by phoning the clinic.

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“When you lose your eyesight, you lose contact with things,” “When you lose your hearing, you lose contact with people.” (Helen Keller, American author and political activist 1880- 1968)

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ALKING to each other is a vital part of living, even for men. After all human relationships revolve around communication. And with today’s hearing aids being state-of- theart communication systems available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours there is no reason not to communicate. Especially with the new Moxi Kiss range of hearing aids. They rest comfortably behind your ear, delivering

exceptional natural sound and clear speech wherever you go, according to the manufacturer. To find out more contact the Hearing Aid Specialists at 60 Bridge Street, Bendigo, the longest established experienced private hearing clinic in Bendigo with more than 25 years experience.

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Katherine Sessions and Ken Gilmore are fully qualified and accredited to fit your hearing aids to optimal settings and to customise for your individual needs. The Hearing Aid Specialists provide free services for pensioner and DVA card holders. Phone 5441 5199 for an appointment.

Bendigo Day Surgery 1 Chum St Bendigo Phone 5444 3533

Men’s Health Week @ Bendigo Day Surgery 2014 Men have different health needs at different stages of their lives. At Bendigo Day Surgery we know that Men’s Health problems are much more than just problems with the wedding tackle - although we can help in that area as well! Bendigo Day Surgery provides Health services in many areas of Men’s Health: • Skin Cancer (Spot on Skin, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons) • Bowel Cancer and Gastrointestinal disease • Cataract Surgery and Eye disease • Prostate cancer risk assessment, Urinary symptoms • Monash IVF for Infertility treatment • Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal • Orthopaedic day case surgery Whatever your Men’s Health needs, we can offer comprehensive, high quality Specialist services.

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ODIATRY is generally seen as a field of allied health that looks after women’s feet however it also takes care of men’s feet. And with Men’s Health Week, now is an ideal time for all men to have a good look at themselves and take care of their bodies, including their feet. “As you only get one pair of feet and there are no replacements available that perform like the original pair, they need maintenance, so have them checked over,” podiatrist Brenden O’Dwyer said. “Take a regular ‘tradie’ for example, he’s on his feet all day in work boots on concrete, uneven ground, standing, lifting carrying and so on. “His feet are under all sorts of strain and abuse.” “Your foot is made up of 26 bones, 37 joints and various ligaments and tendons, and if your foot is not aligned and balanced it will suffer from the strain and start to wear out. “Most men know that

if something isn’t stable and balanced it will wear out or break, it’s not rocket science.” Basically any foot or leg pain can be a symptom of overuse or a poor functioning foot. When your sore legs or feet are getting in the way of your weekend, then there is an issue that needs to be checked out. “Other things to watch for are ingrown toe nails, smelly feet and unsightly or damaged nails,” Brendan said. There is not much Brendan hasn’t seen as a practicing podiatrist with more than 25 years’ experience. O’Dwyer Podiatry Group, 489 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo, phone 5443 7467.

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EN have different health needs as they go through their

lives. At Bendigo Day Surgery they realise men’s health problems are much more than just problems with their wedding tackle – although they can help in that area as well. Bendigo Day Surgery has a large number of medical specialists who provide a comprehensive assessment and treatment including skin, bowel and prostate cancers, orthopaedic surgery, infertility and contraception procedures. In Australia almost 60 per cent of all surgical procedures are now performed as day surgery. Bendigo Day Surgery – a stand-alone day surgical centre in Chum Street, Bendigo has three state-ofthe-art operating theatres. Complete with waiting and recovery areas designed for patient comfort and efficiency A team of 30 specialist nurses along with six administration staff assist more than 50 medical specialists who operate from Bendigo

Day Surgery. There are also six specialist consulting suites along with a Melbourne Pathology collection centre and laboratory. Since opening in 2008 there have been nearly 24,000 procedures performed on 18,000 patients.

“We provide an extensive range of diagnostic and surgical services including gastroenterology, general surgery, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urology, oral and maxillofacial surgery and gynaecology and IVF procedures.

Complete with waiting and recovery areas designed for patient comfort Including more than 8,700 colonoscopies, 4,500 gastroscopies, 4,300 cataract operations and more than 1,000 skin cancer operations. “Our specialists, some who travel up from Melbourne, perform complex day case surgery including cataract and other eye surgery, keyhole hernia surgery, arthroscopy and knee reconstruction, varicose vein surgery and microscopic vasectomy reversal,” Bendigo anaesthetist Dr Peter Mazur said. “Patients arrive just before their procedure and recover afterwards in the comfort of their own homes.

“We’ve also been home to the Central Victorian service of Monash IVF since 2009. “We have one of the highest success rates in the country, with over 711 couples treated and 300 babies born through the Monash IVF service.” Dr Mazur said. Bendigo Day Surgery, phone 5444 3533, or visit their website at www.bendigodaysurgery.com.au for more information. Bendigo Day Surgery complements private surgical services in Bendigo, reducing the need for people to go to Melbourne for specialist surgery.

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OLLOWING on from the previous articles regarding the Chinese brick kiln and the deliberate arson attack on the wood stack, in September 1859, the question that comes to mind is, who is this man Fok Sing? It would be clear from the outset that Fok Sing must have been a man of some means and had influence among his fellow Chinese. In fact his influence in the field of brick making was the inspiration for another group of Chinese. According to the Mount Alexander Mail, they styled themselves as Man Long and Company to follow in the wake of Fok Sing’s example. In this instance, Man Long was the owner of a successful quartz claim close to Barker’s Creek, and had the necessary capital at his disposal to start a brick manufacturing operation. The newspaper was praising the fact, that industrial pursuits for the Chinese to be involved in, was worthwhile. Further, the writer acknowledged the “mechanical dexterity” that the Chinese demonstrated, the knowledge of any hand work and manual skill, rather than brute strength could be

profitable to them. The use of their products in the wider community would be of benefit to the permanency of that growing township. One indication in 1857, that Fok Sing was not your average person, comes from the Star of Ballarat where Fok Sing was mentioned as a headman. Something that occupied the police authorities in Ballarat in that period, was what was referred to as the Stephen Street murder. Murder victim Sophia Lewis was “a woman of the night”, whose naked body was found in her ransacked house in the early hours of the morning by a passing police officer on his regular beat. It was learned from the investigations that Fok Sing had knowledge of this crime and thus was arrested in Bendigo, then to be taken to Ballarat. The Star article mentioned that Fok Sing was in receipt of £5 per week, which represented a considerable sum at that time. The money for this generous salary was subscribed by the local Bendigo Chinese, so he could represent them when the occasion arose, or was needed, in their relations with the Caucasian

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LASTING TECHNOLOGY: Heritage Victoria architect David Bannear at the Chinese brick kiln.

authorities. Fok Sing was fluent in English and according to one report, was an able writer in the language, so much so that any of his documents would be well received even in such an august body as the House of Lords. Because of his linguistic skills he also was called upon to do interpreting work in the courts. Reverting back to the subject of the arson attack on the woodheap, this heap consisted of 400 dray loads of wood and had been valued at £150. Almost half of the value of the wood stack, was being offered as a

reward to apprehend the culprit. There were some tents in close proximity to the wood stack, but according to the investigation, none of the occupants had had any fires for cooking for a number of days before the arsonist striking. This ruled out the likelihood of the fire having been ignited by a flying spark. In January, 1860, Fok Sing had used his writing skills to good advantage in supplying his tender for the construction in brick (Chinese) of a shop in View Place or View Street as it is now known. The original shop had

been called the Pyrenees Store, which was built from slabs and had been conducted for sometime by William Garnett. Garnett sold his business to a certain Mr Stephenson who had decided to demolish the existing structure improving it, by making it in brick. Not only did Fok Sing provide all the necessary bricks and other materials but also the trades people to erect the building. By late January a team of Chinese were busily engaged in View Place making the footings so that the bricks could be laid to pull up the walls.

ITH the forthcoming celebration of the Queen’s Birthday on Monday, it may be an opportune time for Heritage Matters to take a look at the long history of royal visits to Bendigo. Like it or not, Bendigo was a much more important place back in the 1800s, and we were visited by royals and aristocracy on numerous occasions. The wealth Bendigo was producing was very important to the empire, and the need to fly the flag was not lost on even the dimmest of English royalty. In 1881 the city was treated to the visit of the royal princes, grandsons of Queen Victoria, the ill-fated Albert Victor who died in 1892, and the luckier George who became king in 1910. On arrival the royals were greeted by 5000 onlookers, about 2000 schoolchildren from just about every school in the district and about 40 different bands, with every window, veranda and roof filled with people down the length of Mitchell Street and into Rosalind Park. The young princes did have a lasting effect on the town, planting two Lebanon cedars in Rosalind Park, which survive to this day. – Peter Thompson

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ATA used by the Greater Bendigo council recently was frightening. Sure, we have known for a while the challenges our area has regarding health, particularly obesity. Yet somehow, the data about our low consumption of fruit and veg seemed to make the challenges much more meaningful. The council reported that 90 per cent of our adults do not eat the recommended five serves of vegetables per day and 70 per cent of adults do not eat the recommended two serves of fruit and veg. I’m conscious that I could be seen as a stunning example of unhealthy Bendigo. Overweight, before reading that report, I had thought my problems stemmed from things like not making time for exercise, lack of will power when it came to the cakes at work, too much reliance on the car and too much emotional eating. Yep, I can overthink it. I was mortified to read it and figure out I am making up those statistics, there are too many days a week where I rely on too many carbs and wouldn’t get the five serves. There are even more days when I would have no fruit, let alone two serves. It’s ridiculous. I love standing in Quin’s,

analysing Carlton’s woeful performance with Norm and selecting a big box of fresh fruit and veggies. Must get back into the habit of actually eating the stuff. Somehow I have managed to produce two boys who so far have the eating thing right. Raff loves hot chips, otherwise his eating is pretty balanced. Maybe the theory I know has been realised in them, or maybe it was what they learnt at crèche. I would lose 20 kilograms if I just ate like Remus. He has the amazing ability to just eat when he is hungry and hates most take-away food, we have to cook him a separate meal when the rest of us have fish and chips. By the time you do all those tricks like sneak veggies into spag bol and the compulsory fruit snack at school, it’s pretty easy to get kids exceeding the required servings. Why is it such a challenge for us grown ups? Time to turn over a new leaf. I’m going to have a stern word to the boss about reintroducing a fruit basket at work. I’ll get up from the desk and go to one of the three greengrocers within walking distance. Hopefully I’ll hit my aim of being able to say “I write a food column and I’ve lost 30kgâ€?.

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EATHCOTE used to have a reputation for great wines that were hard to access but not anymore thanks to regional events like next weekend’s Heathcote on Show. On the Queen’s Birthday weekend each year, winemakers, chefs and brewers across the region open their wineries and kitchens giving visitors first class access to all they have to offer. The Willow Room is planning something special this year inviting eight esteemed Heathcote winemakers to set up cellar door outside their restaurant right on the High Street. Like every Cellar Door experience, visitors to the Willow Room during Heathcote on Show will have the opportunity to chat with the winemakers and taste and buy their wines to stock their cellars at home. But this is something unique, with eight winemakers in residence across the weekend. From noon until 5pm each day, visitors can try the wines, choose a glass to enjoy fireside with their pick of the menu specifically designed to complement the wines. Saturday’s line-up features Adam Foster of Foster e Rocco and Syrahmi, Mario Marson of Vinea Marson, Ian Rathjen of Whistling Eagle and Simon Osicka of Paul Osicka Wines. Sunday stars Jane Leckie of She-Oak Hill, Emily McNally of Occam’s Razor and Lo Stesso, Liam Anderson of Wild Duck Creek and Simon Osicka returns to show Bull Lane, the wine he makes with his viticulturist partner Ali Phillips. Details Jody Loam 0426 245 465.

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ITH winter around the corner it is time to get your vehicle ready for handling the wet driving conditions. Things to check include windscreen wipers, the battery and of course, your tyres. Many drivers, particularly young people, are taken unawares by the changed conditions and sometimes lose control of their cars. It is very important that your tyres’ tread and tyre pressures are checked to prevent any accidents. Another factor to consider is that a dry summer can have a detrimental effect on

your windscreen wipers, drying them out or making them sticky, so that when you need them they will not work properly. Was your car hard to start this morning? Colder mornings starts can deplete the cranking power of your battery if it is past its use by date. Hattam Street Tyre & Mechanical can check your battery’s condition to save you from being stranded with a dead battery. Hattam Street Tyre & Mechanical at 96 Hattam Street, Golden Square. Phone 5442 2577.

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HETHER it be made from iron, aluminum or stainless steel Glen Comer and his staff at Glenco Fencing have the expertise to manufacture and install a huge range of fences, gates and custom-made balustrades. Glenco Fencing situated at Wellsford Drive, East Bendigo has been keeping its clients happy for years with their professional service and competitive prices. In fact business has been continually growing since moving from Goornong to Bendigo in 2010. “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,� Glen said.

Glenco fencing also measures and installs frameless glass fencing in toughened safety glass, ideal for giving your pool the designer minimalist look. “Glass fencing and balustrading was initially extremely expensive when it first became available,� Glen said.“But as it’s become more widespread the cost has decreased significantly making it a more affordable option�. Glenco’s handiwork can be seen throughout the state with Glen’s clients now including several well known project builders. Phone Glen on 0438 022 440 to arrange a time for your on-site measure and quote or to discuss your needs. Glenco Fencing, 25 Wellsford Drive, East Bendigo.

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ENDIGO Animal Hospital would like to give a warm welcome Dr Jessica Coates. Dr Jessica is a graduate of the University of Melbourne who has recently made the move from Kilmore to Bendigo. Jessica has a particular interest in animal behaviour and is passionate about furthering animal welfare. Jessica has devoted much of her spare time to volunteering at Edgar’s Mission which is a not-for-profit sanctuary for unwanted and neglected farm animals. Edgar’s Mission seeks to create a humane and just world for humans and nonhumans and is situated in the foothills of

the Great Dividing Range at Willowmavin, Kilmore, in the state of Victoria, Australia Jessica is kept busy with her own menagerie of one dog, two cats, eight chickens, two roosters, three drakes, eight ducks and three peacocks. Please look out for Jessica when next in our clinic, she is looking forward to becoming another familiar face. She is brilliant at what she does and is looking forward to being part of our team and taking care of you and your animals. Bendigo Animal Hospital, 294 Napier Street, Bendigo, phone 5443 3322. www.bendigoanimalhospital.com.au

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innovative and cost effective service within the industry by providing honest and reliable electrical solutions,� Ben said. “As a market leader we provide a diverse range of top quality electrical services covering inspections, installations, maintenance and emergency repairs.� Stanalec can also provide a range of electrical and entertainment options to suit your switched on lifestyle. From lighting and video setups to complete home audio and automation installations. To find out more visit their website at www.stanalec.com.au or phone Ben direct on 0408 105 959. Alternatively phone their office on 5448 3184. FREE

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$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 Mo Monday to Friday 10am-5pm. • Bookings Essential SULLIVAN GRAE NORMAN

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• Fully equipped child friendly training studio • Indoor and outdoor training options • Centrally located opposite Lake Weeroona • Qualified, experienced trainers Contact Amy on: 0402 825 677or visit www.shapehealthandfitness.com.au and click the Shape, Rattle and Roll program tab.

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WISE man from the lost tribe of Levi who abides as a lion among the beasts of the forest seeks friendship with a lady, even a woman from the Preserved House of Jacob the Sire of the lost tribes of Israel. If ye consider that ye could be in his gene pool and you're healthy, single and you have of course NO BAGGAGE, and you want to respond then please address your response to: Wise-Man, PO Box 234, Strathdale 3550 I am also a horseman, and a shepherd, and I'm gambling in the wind

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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord Jehovah is the Rock eternal. Linking people, places and events Bendigo Newcomers hosts regular social activities as a way to meet new people & discover what the Bendigo Region has on offer.

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BOTOX through the Anti Aging Clinic now available in Bendigo. Prices starting from $120 - Phone Michelle 0435 748 673

Classroomconnect PRE-PREP Program for 4YO Kinder Children has limited places still available for TERM 3. Structured Literacy and Numeracy sessions build skills and confidence for your child. Contact: Elizabeth Stewart

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PHOTOSHOP CLASSES Photoshop, Photography, Film making and Animation part time, short courses Small groups. Professional tuition. Week day and week night classes. Filling fast. Phone Cheryl Cadzow on 0407519146 Or email for flyer and m o r e i n f o cheryl.cadzow@gmail.com

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Buying firewood? Be sure it is legal Illegal firewood cutting is unsustainable, destroys habitat and poses public safety risks. The Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) licences commercial firewood suppliers who collect firewood safely, sustainably and legally. Before you purchase firewood, ask whether the seller either has a commercial firewood licence or has otherwise sourced the firewood legally. If they don’t have a licence or refuse to answer, report it to the number below. You can anonymously report suspicious activity, including anyone you see felling or harvesting a tree outside firewood collection areas, to the DEPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186 (quote Operation Trident). www.depi.vic.gov.au Customer Service Centre 136 186

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SQUARE DANCING FOR BEGINNERS Starts Thursday 5th June 7pm G/Square Senior Citizens Hall, Old High St Ph 0407 905 235 digo

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Peppermill Pantry Victoria St, Eaglehawk. Open 5 days a week 8am-4pm Home cooked meals, coffee and more.

Perform Blood Collection 2 day course at La Trobe University. Learn skills to perform blood collection. Ideal for those working in healthcare wanting to increase their skill set. Nationally accredited training. Book now!

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Builds pizza ovens, letter boxes, houses & more. Phone 0497 112 867

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WANTED WEEKLY WALKERS Earn extra cash, keep fit and have some fun as a member of the Bendigo Weekly Walkers Club. Great opportunity for kids to earn some extra pocket money for the holidays. Inquire now about the new rates in selected areas. You won’t have to stand around folding advertising material for hours beforehand – just pick up and go! We offer a top payment rate and will keep you up-todate via our regular newsletter with the full support of our distribution team.

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

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

CLEANING SERVICE Small homes & flats. $18 per hour Seniors $15 per hour Ph 0408 368 451

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LANDSCAPER

Nathan: 0407 972 717

bendigotemptech@hotmail.com

LANDSCAPING

ANTENNAS

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

by Jordan Ramage For all Outdoor Improvements Ph 0434 933 277 LAWN Mowing - Edges trimmed, grass removed Handyman Repairs, Rubbish Removal, Ride on Mowing also available. $30 p/hour Ph Tony 0412 824 690 Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping

TV Tuning from $40 • Digital TV’s, Set Top Boxes & Aerials • Satellite & Computer Setups • Home Theatre, wall mount • DVD, Recorders & Foxtel • Installed & explained

Phone Ron on 5447 7823 or 0431 609 423

$35 per hr/ $30 pen

LAWN MOWING

POST HOLES

Millers Holes Mobile 0418 510 217.

WE DO IT ALL

Handyman/Gardner Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, concreting, plastering, painting & all your garden needs. Pensioner & student discounts available. Quality guarantee. Ph 0427 679 449

CITY TO BUSH

Cameron Concrete Domestic & Commercial. For all your concrete requirements.. Call Rod 0400 611 016 Free Quotes & advice. 30 years experience

For all your Gardening needs. Lawn Mowing, Mulching, Weeding, Wicking vegie beds, Gutter, Window, House Washing + Much more! Ph 0498 699 608

GARDENING

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Weeding, Mowing, Rubbish Removed, Odd Jobs, $30 p/hr x2. Phone 0456 043 036

Mowing, Weed Spraying All General Maintenance Ph Neil 0427 301 401

Quality Work

Digger Service

Trenching, Rotary Hoeing, Post Holes, Levelling 4 in one bucket,Tipper Hire. Ph: Glenn or Donna

5446 7163 or 0418 510 074

BATHROOMS & KITCHENS

PAINTING & DECORATING

All types of plastering. • Home Maintenance • Tiling • Painting • Carpentry. Free quotes. Ph. Brian 0407 679 618

LITTLE RIPPER

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

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

0448 713 499

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Whipper snippering, rubbish & scrap removal. Free Quotes Phone Len 0432 660 034

5446 1422

7,*(5

• Locally owned & operated

Ph Mick 5448 5402 or 0407 448 249

PJ TAYLOR

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

• Loading available

NO tyres or rock/clean fill. Mattresses $10 extra. Cash only

Will travel within a 50km radius of Bendigo

BIN HIRE

• Competitive rates

load/$65 pen (incl tip fee $31) for 7x4 square box trailer.

Skilled Handyman • Holes Patched • Renovations • Painting

www.tipskip.com.au

• Commercial

Rubbish Removal $70 per

PLASTERER

048 TIP SKIP

• Domestic

Spraying (Roundup)

PANEL BEATING

Rubbish removal made easy and affordable. It couldn’t be any easier! For more information contact

Skip Bin Hire

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

Spray painting, rust repairs. 25 yrs experience, cheap rates. Ph 5443 1710 or 0401 915 906.

TipSkip

AIR CONDITIONING

12 years experience. Paving, stone work, brickwork, retaining walls Small jobs welcomed. Phone Jason 0419 538 237

ABN 45791848516

BIN HIRE

TempTech

Ph 0423 694 930

PLASTER

Ph. 0428 381 925

PositionVacant?

0427 096 404

BRICKLAYERS all types of brick and block work, chimneys and fireplaces. Ph 5446 7057 or 0418 370 917.

AIR CONDITIONING

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

KITCHEN, BATHROOMS

& PROPERTY MAINTENANCE • New Kitchens • Bathroom Renovations • Warehouse direct Bathroom products

ABN: 62 094 744 216

WORK FROM HOME!

TRAVEL

ssm18516

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

www.bendigoweekly.com.au

(03) 5448 8557

Shed 3/37 Collins St Kangaroo Flat mccabeskitchenandbathrooms@gmail.com

BLINDS & CURTAINS • Canvas Awnings • Roman Blinds • Vertical Drapes • Holland Blinds • Cedar Venetians • Venetian Blinds • Roller Shutters • Security Doors

PHONE/FAX 5447 9011 141 High Street, Kangaroo Flat www.southerncrossblinds.com

BOOKKEEPING

Its as easy as 123 Bookkeeping Solutions • Onsite or Offsite services • 15 Yrs experience • Friendly & Reliable • Registered BAS Agent • From Data entry to BAS no 86535006

Phone 0413 183 836

Services Offered

$7.25 per cm/col

MIDSTATE MACHINERY www.midstatemachinery.com.au

PH 0417 511 159

Southern Cross Blinds & Awnings

TELHANDLERS FORKLIFTS/ALL TERRAIN BUY or HIRE

Price includes colour, scanning of images and clip art

1300 558 385

SJK EXCAVATIONS 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 •

ABN 63708909386

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Call Fred red 0 0429 429 4 434 34 405

1.5 TONNE MINI EXCAVATOR FOR HIRE

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

GARDAM E X C AVA T I O N

0418 508 993

Licenced drainer 31741

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Services Offered CARPET / RUGS

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

James Sherlock Ph: 0407 472 775

COM PET RATE ITIVE S • Laser Levelled Site cuts • Landscaping • Driveways • Backyard clean-ups • Postholes • Trenching

Using our 5 ton excavator 4.5 ton skid steer & ten metre tipper After Hours Ph. 5448 8814 cjchandler65@bigpond.com

Call Clint 0427 349 549

Bobcat & Tipper Hire

SERVICING BENDIGO & DISTRICT SE REC 14361

Rug Addiction 129 High Street Kangaroo Flat 03 5447 0433

CLEANING SERVICES

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

Darren Liersch: 0409 077 600

darelly@netspace.net.au/www.darellyelectrical.com

IN HOME SOLUTIONS

• Domestic & Commercial cleaning • Gardening • Home Care

1300 459 808 www.mrtinhomesolutions.com

COMPUTERS

Electrical Installations

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

Phone: 0417 329 802

Repairs completed within 24 hours

Call Ron 0438 569 385

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

Jeoff Milne 5447 2476 Mob 0425 728 336

Computer & IT Problems?

EARTH MOVING

Onsite Computer Services for Home and Business

• Drainage • Footings • House Sites • Dam Cleaning • Clean Ups • Driveways • Soil & Rubbish Removal

Call Matt 0418 392 559 matthewsefton33@gmail.com

BRICKLAYERS

Bricklaying Sick of waiting for a brickie? Over 10 Years Experience Free Quotes

• Repairs • Upgrades • Virus removal • Networking & WiFi • Screen replacementt • Web design • Same day support

CALL STEVE 0408 928 763

www.techeadit.com.au | steve@techeadit.com.au

CONCRETING

Cave’s Concreting 0409 173 754 Peter

0418 507 709RECA/H 5448 3333 7821

$7.25 per cm/col

Price includes colour, scanning of images and clip art

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

Ti Timber b Fl Floors

PH 0417 377 957 CONCRETE PIPING

We do it all

FURNITURE REMOVALISTS

GARDEN SERVICES

GOLDEN SQUARE REMOVALS

Mowing and Maintenance

Moving local, country & interstate Free quotes or hourly rates

PHONE STEVE

0438 925 474 REMOVALS Moving Central Victoria • Local/Interstate • QLD/NSW Regularly • Pre-Pack • House Cleaning • Storage No job too big or small Free Boxes (conditions apply) Phone: 5435 3148 or 0407 349 372 stevenlacey5@bigpond.com

Pete’s

Big or small we fix it all!

• 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:

0422 660 912 Pensioner discounts available.

HANDYMAN SERVICES

ne Hour

FURNITURE REMOVALISTS

Handyman

We only do small jobs that take up to an hour

0487 231 883 or 5448 8671

Your Local Removalist Interstate Backload Specialist

From 1 item to a full removal around the corner or across the country The one way to move is Allways! Allways the best move! Website: www.allwaysremovals.com.au Phone or SMS 0447 533 678 - 7 Days

Decks Pergolas Stairs Registered Builder

Landscape Design & Construction Garden Maintenance - Weeding - Hedges Gutters Cleaned - Mulching Lawns - Instant and Synthetic Paving - Retaining Walls

1300 558 385

FURNITURE REMOVALS & STORAGE

PATHS, DRIVEWAYS, SHEDS HOUSE SLABS - PHONE FRANK thebeattles@bigpond.com

GARDEN SERVICES

Fixed Fee $65

BUILDERS

BUILDERS

FREE QUOTES, 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE Ph 0429 002 678

Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman

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

or 0407 507 841

Specialising in alterations & additions

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

ELECTRICIAN

Ph. Nathan 54354106

LEON BEATTY 0415 503 875

4 Seaso Seasons Garden Care

GREG SMITH

Services Offered

200 - 600mm diameter

GARDEN SERVICES

Geoff Williams Over 40 Years Service

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

GARDEN SERVICES

DARELLY ELECTRICAL D Left over Carpet? Make useful Mats! Local Overlocking Service

sherlocksoilworks@hotmail.com

ELECTRICIANS

REC 4085

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

• Handymen • Cleaning • Builder • Floors • • Carpenters • Glazier • Fencing • Plastering • • Painters • Bathroom & Kitchen Reno’s • • Granite Benchtops • Paving • Concreting • • Plumbers • Decking • Electricians • • Pruning • Tiling • Tree Lopping • • Sheds & Pergolas • Lawns & Gardens •

Central Victoria 13 11 98

Suite B 175 Lyttleton Tce, Bendigo greyarmybendigo@bigpond.com

FLOOR SERVICES

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NEED A CARPENTER?

Local Classifieds

CALL DISTINCTIVE CARPENTRY

Renovations inc bathrooms Pergolas Carports Deckings

matthewsefton33@gmail.com

DBL 1130

www.distinctivecarpentry.com.au

Matt Sefton 0418 392 559

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1300 850 342

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

Call Luke Phone: 5447 1526 Mobile: 0422 897 575

Over 12 years of industry experience

...get the market you’re missing...

FREE Over 37,500 copies circulating Central Victoria each week.

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Services Offered PAINTERS / DECORATORS

PLUMBERS

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

Paul 0429 462 057 Over 25 years of trade qualified Experience

mgbricklayingandlandscaping.com

• Decks • Pergolas • Fences • Home Renovations • Driveways• Epoxy Floors • Home Maintenance • Factories • Spray Painting • Internal & External • Roof Restoration • Many more services available

Call for a FREE no obligation quote

P. 0419 114 163 • DOMESTIC • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL

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• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

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

Phone Trippa 0427 241 958 PEST CONTROL

PAVING & LANDSCAPING by Phil Carman

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

PH: 0418 822 911

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UN

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• 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

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LANDSCAPING

Ph 5446 1535

We load for you! 7 Days a Week No job too small or too big

Green Waste Green Waste Special

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0423 402 474

Don Andrea Plumbing

STORAGE

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

Phone 0408 506 159 Lic#23529

PLUMBERS Specialising in all general plumbing, kitchen & bathroom renovations. Quality Work For a free quote, call Luke on at a fair 0430 712 108 price.

10 SIZES FROM $20 PER WEEK Free Use of Courtesy Trailer 7 Days Access & On-Site Electronic Surveillance Security

5448 4499 BENDIGO 87-89 MIDLAND HWY www.centrestateselfstorage.com

STONE MASONS

Have your heater serviced

Formally “Spider Sprayers”

Full safety checks • carbon monoxide tests Serving in New and Old Memorials

LOCK & KEY

Additional Inscription

& Restoration Servicing Metropolitan

& Country Areas

PICK UP / DELIVERY

Get me and the ttruck

from $30 MOBILE BATHROOMS

ARE YOU RENOVATING? MOBILE BATHROOM FOR HIRE

CHRIS THORNTON 0490 370 558

PLUMBERS

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

Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting Pty. Ltd.

Call David/Bronwyn

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

MIDLAND PAINTING & DECORATING ROB: 0418 718 881

Sandhurst Painting and Decorating 35 years experience Prompt efficient service at reasonable rates

Quotation gladly given

Call Phill Hutchings on

0417 057 010

Ph: 0418 547 796

Lic#37911

SUPERIOR

FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS S New Roofing Re-Roofi ng Extensions Rebedding & Flexible Pointing Valley & Gutter Replacement

5446 7751

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

Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429 * Fully Insured

0438 632 219

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TREE LOPPING

Services Offered

• 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!

CV Industrial Vacuum Services

EXPERTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING

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SPOUT CLEANING

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4 Nolan Street, Bendigo

Master Plumber

SPOUT CLEANING

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

ROOFING

544 33 999 PLUMBERS

Lou Nicolazzo 0400 076 736

Fax 03) 5783 4623 E: lrmemorials@gmail.com www.lrmemorials.com

ROOFING

License No. 32710

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

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

E: robrunnalls@live.com.au

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(Shower, hand basin, toilet etc)

0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au

WE PICK UP AND DELIVER YOUR THINGS

We come to you, and give a free Quote

1300 558 385

TREE REMOVAL & MAINTENANCE • 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

SMITHS

Quality tree and Stump Removal Tree Maintenance • Stump Mulching • Travel Tower • Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding• Tip Truck & Woodchipper • Free Quotes Within 100km Radius of Bendigo • Pensioner Discount • Fully Insured • 30 Years Experience (no job too BIG or SMALL for the Smith Family team)

David Smith 0427 506 160

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Services Offered WEED SPRAYING

WEED CONTROL All your broadleaf weeds

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FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

BIKE GT mountain good order $50. Phone: 5442 1581

DESK 5ft x 3ft double sided steel/timber $30 ono Ph 5443 3447

GARDEN STRAW

BIKE Norco, mountain, good order, $50. Phone: 5442 1581 BLACK wrought iron bakers stand $30 Ph 5443 9631

Hobby farms

BOOKCASE Pine 3ft x 6ft3" $80 Phone 5439 7335

Boom and/or hand spraying, professional & reliable, 15 years experience

BREAKFAST Set, Royal Winton, yellow with pink fuschia, excellent condition. $330 Ph 5443 2525

PH BRUCE: 0419 968 977 FOR SALE

FOR SALE

20WA telescope, $40 Ph 5442 1507

BASKETBALL Ring & Backboard, adj height, w /pole $45 0417 352 909

AB Circle Pro GC $40 Ph 5447 9338 ALADDIN mantle lamp, white with chrome base, original newspaper advertisement, $350. Ph 5443 2525

ANTIQUE N & E Corn York large meat dish $75 Ph 5442 1507

ANTIQUE Vic Mahog. round d/table $245. Wine table $285. Carver $275 & more, all EC Ph 0402 105 540 ARM chairs 60's style with wooden arm rests. $20 each Ph 5442 5552

BASS guitar, Fender copy, mint condition, $320. Ph 0412 712 046

BATHROOM Vanity, Kauri pine, marble top, complete with plumbing. $350 Ph 0427 544 755 BBQ 4 ring gas, on trolley, w/benches and cover $45 Ph 0417 352 909

CHILDREN'S hand knitted jumpers, new, size 1-3 $10 ea 0428 353 921

BABY hand jackets (new) 5448 4556

BED 4 poster, Queen size, $300 Ph 0427 544 755 BENCH press $75 ono Ph 0413 418 505

BAKEWARE Mamco 2 round 28cm pans EC $15 Ph 5447 7275 BARBIE dolls, all dressed & beautiful bargain $4ea Ph 0438 356 451

BIKE Merida hybrid, quality components, puncture resistant tyres. EC $390 Ph 0402 443 396. BIKE, repco quality gear 5443 0061

CAR BOOT SALE Saturday 7th June 8am - 1.00pm

CARPET, New, grey floral 3.9M x 3.2M commercial grade $80 5443 3447 CARPET, autumn tone, axminster, x3 rooms, plus passage. $300. Phone 0438 595 319

CAT/dog porta kennel, medium, unused, $45 Ph 5447 7050 CERAMIC ducks lovely must go $30 pr Ph 0438 356 451

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CHEST of Drawers, near new w/seperate bevilled mirror + Lamps $175 lot (See ad matching Bunks) Kflat Ph 0477 421 651

CHEAP REDGUM SPLIT FIREWOOD

For further details Phone Clint 0427 349 549 Top quality A Grade Redgum, Split or Blocks $115 per cubic metre delivered Ph 0437 120 009

FIREWOOD

Red's Redgum firewood $120p/m. Pick Up or $140p/m Del. Open 24/7. Ph 0427 353 939

HEATER, Rinnai, LPG gas heater, suits shed, $75 ono. Ph 0447 472 450

COFFEE Table, glass top, timber tripod base. W: 1.2M Paid $800 Sell $300 Ph 0427 544 755 COFFEE machine, DeLonghi Magnifica, 2 years old, EC, $500. Ph 0438 395 091

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

COFFEE table, pine, 900mmL, 400W & 400H Ph 0417 353 041 COMPUTER/monitor /keyboard, $20 Ph 5447 7050 COMPUTER, Windows 7, Office, Anti Virus, $90. Ph 5444 1894 CORNER computer desk, leather top, VGC, $30 Ph 0466 269 948 CRUSOE College jacket size 14 $20 Ph 5449 6683 CRUSOE College sports pants x2 size 16 $20 ea Ph 5449 6683 DAWN post drill 1920 gear flywheel EC $99 Ph 0402 105 540

HYDRAULIC Floor Jack 1500kgs $30 Ph 0488 437 011

KENNINGTON school, clothes small size , $10 the lot Ph 5442 6923 KITCHEN table, 6 chairs, $275 or best offer. Ph 5448 5723 LADIES Ankle boots, Sz 7.5 Suede, fur lined, not worn $50 5442 3134. LADIES L/S Tshirt Sz L "Pierre Cardin" in packet $10 ono Ph 5442 3134. LATHE "advance" metal, suitable for light or hobby use GC $750 ono Phone 5439 3711 LOUNGE suite, 1 x2 seater & 2 singles, velvet camel colour, GC, very clean, $250 ono. Ph 0409 435 525 MENS Parka, black., Sz 100cm $6 Ph 5442 3134. MICROWAVE, Panasonic Genius $40 Ph 0447 269 104

FIREWOOD Red or Grey Gum, Generous 6x4 trailer full, 1M+ $110 p/up or delivered local PH 0497 923 095 FIREWOOD timber scraps $70 approx 1.4m3. Delivered. Phone 5448 8168 or 0467 683 886

FIREWOOD

Top Quality Murray River Red Gum, Split & Dry, $125 Per Cubic Metre, Delivered Ph 0417 948 885 FLOOR cushions Lrg. X3$20 Ph 5441 2516

FRIDGES

and Freezers. Top brands from $195. Fully recond, 6 mths wty. 283 High St, G/Sq. Ph. 5441 1955 FUCHSIAS named varieties, healthy plants, approx 12" to 18" tall, end of season special. $4 each Ph 5442 7974

PAIR of memory foam pillows, never used, $45 ea Ph 0408 520 979

PEA STRAW

MIDDLE section of leather lounge suite. Brand new. $200.00 Ph 5439 5710 MIRROR semi circle, w/ 2 shelves 139 H x 118 L $30 Ph 0401 132 177

MOBILE PHONE

TOP SOIL Sieved $35 per metre, 4 metre min. delivery 8m & 10m also avail. Garden Mix $60 a metre. Phone 0418 306 548 or 0428 100 770 TOP SOIL good quality $20 a trailer. Ph 0428 130 777

Bales. $7 per Bale. Free Delivery Bendigo Area. Ph 0407 500 983 POWER Mate, Ratchet, good for moving trailers $80 ph 0488 437 011

QUEEN size base. Has 4 large drawers. Brand new. Cost $1150.00. Sell for $750 ONO Ph 5439 5710 RABBIT or guinea pig hutch $20 PH 0466 997 290 RADIO with CD player, plus seperate turntable $50 ono Ph 5444 2100 RADIO LP player EC $80 Ph 5447 7512 RECLINER lounge suite, brand new, mocha colour, $500 ono Ph 0437 186 788 RETRO 70's copper pendant light fitting EC $45 Ph 0425 880 259 ROUND kitchen sink with tap, brand new, $150 ono Ph 0437 186 788 SCHOOL desk, single $10 Ph 5443 3447 SECURITY door, bronze, 204x87, GC $50 Ph 0401 132 177

SENIOR adjustable chair VGC $200 Phone 5446 8831 SETTEES stylish lacquered pair cane/wicker EC, 1x3 str 1x2 str. Attractive beige/gold zip off woven fabric cushions. $675 ono. p/u only. Strathdale. Patricia 5444 4047 SHADE cloth, green, quantity $10 Ph 5447 7106 SHARK Pro Steam Pocket Mop & accessories, VGC, $80 Phone 5446 8831

FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Quality Dry Grey & Yellow Box Del $120/m Local Ph 0448 186 691

ORIENTAL Sideboard. Solid elm, hand painted, b l a c k , g o l d , 1740x700x500. Superb piece, reluctant sale, downsizing. $1000 neg Ph 0400 519 989

HAY 5 X 4 ROLLS Oaten, Cereal, Pasture, Clover, Straw from $38.50. Lockwood Sth, Bridgewater. Delivery Available. Phone 0438 373 291

$100 per 6x4 delivered Ph 0434 835 984

FIREWOOD

COFFEE table, dark wood, EC, $20 Ph 5443 2273

51 Ryalls Lane, Strathfieldsaye. • Ph 5439 5512 • Mob 0409 957 014

DOLL "Anne Geddes" GC $18 Ph 5448 4556

FIREWOOD

A fun, safe way for your cat to enjoy the outdoors. Free quotes to suit your budget.

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

DINING table, refectory style, pine, 1800x900 $100 Ph 0447 472 450

HALL table with draw, wood, half round, $40 Ph 5443 9631

KELVINATOR fridge freezer pair, $230. Phone 5443 6361

$4000 ONO - View on the day

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GPX5000 Detector & 5 coils plus amplifier, VGC, $5500 ono. Phone 5439 3711

EXERCISE bike Vulcan Fitness Dynacycle EC $100 Ph 5447 9338

1980 Viscount Caravan

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DESK for laptop, light wood, EC, $20 Ph 5443 2273

DRUM Kit 7piece Yamaha Pro, all you want, all you need. Must Go $1400 Neg Ph 0413 032 952

Feature Sale Item:

to suit all your needs!

GLASS TV stand 59cmHx45Dx120W $50 Ph 5443 7554

CANE armchair white & beautiful as new Ph 0438 356 451

CLOTHES dryer Hoover $50 Ph 0447 269 104

Containers

DESK, Bank clerks, 2'6 W, 2'6 H, 2-dwrs ea side $60 Ph 0417 353 041

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

*For those who love a bargain! * Over 40 Stalls *Sausage Sizzle *Refreshments *Entertainment

Store Well with Stilwell

GAS cooktop, Simpson Kitchen, 4 burner unit, GC, $50. Ph 5441 6861

DRESSING table, 1950's, mirror, 4-dwr, GC $65 Ph 0466 269 948

St Marys Anglican Church Enter via Church St, Kangaroo Flat

Cat Enclosures

GAS Braemar wall furnace $75 PH 0466 997 290

CANDELABRA, cast iron, 7 arms, $40 ono Ph 0413 418 505

CHICKEN or bird netting approx 12ft $6 Ph 5447 7106

For further info, Ph: Geoff 0418 145 105 A/H 5447 0173

SUITCASES, Old, x2 $40 each Ph 5442 5552

DRESSER, pine, 850x400x1850, $70 Ph 0447 472 450

triathlon, $95 Ph

St Marys Church

GARDEN MULCH

CABBAGE Patch doll dressed as astronaut $25 Ph 5448 4556

CARPET square, large, brown shagg, EC, $45 Ph 5443 9631

knitted $8 Ph

BABY portable cot, small, $5 Ph 5439 3054

BUNKS Steel powder coated, as new cond, seldom used, w/2 new inner spring mattresses 5yr wty. Trundle bed optional. $390 OBO. Kflat Ph 0477 421 651

FOR SALE STUDENT 4 drawer desk and adjust. chair, as new, $90. Ph 5447 7512

DESK adjustable height from 0.6 - 0.75m via electric motor. Benchtop 1.5 x 1.8m $350 Ph 0427 544 755

DIAL phones, collectors, x3, $20 each Ph 5447 7106

FOR SALE

$3 per bale Ph 0411 783 679 10m loads delivered. For more info phone 0408 509 826

DINING table, 3'6 round, pedestal, dark wood, $90 Ph 0417 353 041

CAR care magazines with binders 7 volumes $10 Ph 5447 7275

AUSTRALIAN sports bag, as new, $15 Ph 5442 1507 BABY cot quilt, mostly blue, new, $40 Ph 0428 353 921

BRICKS, solid red, clean, $1 each Ph 0466 269 948

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SHEEPSKIN seat covers, x2, suit sml-med bucket seats, $40 5447 7275 SHELVES/shed, 3 tier, 8ftLx3ftHx3ftW, wood, $60 Ph 0401 132 177

SIEVED TOP SOIL

GARAGE SALES

21 Illingworth St Golden Square, Sat 8am-4pm, old tins, old tools, heaps of books, household items, toys, videos and more. All to sell from $1.00 to $5.00 a piece or make an offer

GARAGE Sale Saturday 9am-4pm Unit 1, 53 Church St Kangaroo Flat

SATURDAY Lockwood south, Mulberry Lane, Signs out 8am, Farm items, m/bikes & Various

9am-12pm Antiques, Collectables, & too much to list! 94 Short st BENDIGO

SATURDAY

TRITON Bench 2000 own saw basic acc, little use. Half new price @ $500 Ph 0438 395 579 TURNED post tops x 6 10 inch $25 the lot Phone 0437 266 699 TV LCD, Flat screen, 15" w/ H/D Topbox GC $80 Ph 0488 437 011 TV 17 " flat screen with ST box EC great picture $50 Ph 0408 520 979 TV cabinet/stand, grey, $15 Ph 5443 2273 TV Unit, Lowline, glass shelves, 2 doors EC $100 5441 2882 UKULELE access- case, tuner, 2x man. books & CD $60 0457 989 999

SATURDAY 9am, 8 Tchumlock Crt Ascot. Tools, truck parts, camping gear, horse rugs, some h/hold items etc.

WANTED TO BUY

CASH

For Fridges & Freezers, in GWO up to 25yrs. Washing Machines up to 7yrs old. Ph. 5441 1955

DATSUN 240k or C210 skyline, cash paid, Phone 0400 949 779

STATION Wagon, small, low mileage, GC, Phone 0427 418 613

UKULELE Makala still in box $50 Ph 0457 989 999

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

UKULELE Ohana still in box $60 Ph 0457 989 999

TWIN pusher, ( Phil and Teds), GC, ph 0419 346 126

VANITY white & basin still in box $85 3ftx34inch high Ph 0437 266 699 VCE 3&4 Bus. Laminated study cards $10 Ph 5441 2516 VIDAL sassoon curl secret, hair goes in- curls comes out. $90 0429 776 075 WESTINGHOUSE Fan -forced wall oven, separate grill drawer $150 Ph 0417 353 041 WESTMINSTER chime wall clock with pendulum, metre, $100 54477512 XBOX 360 Kinect, as new, used twice, 1 game EC $75 Ph 5439 6007

BUYING

SOVEREIGNS $330 HALF SOVEREIGNS $165 ROUND 1966 50c PIECES $7.50ea Phone 5442 8781 chrisvavarkis@gmail.com

AGISTMENT

LARGE site of 63 hectares, dams, sheds, multiple paddocks avail. Some with dbl fencing between paddocks. Lease whole or parts. Midland Hwy Huntly. Phone Steven 0430 149 714

YUCCA plants, 2ft H $10, 2'6"H $15, 3'00H $18, larger plants priced to sell. Ph 5442 7974

POULTRY

Classifieds 1300 558 385

Young & healthy from $15 each Ph 5436 1373

SILKIES

CLEARING SALE Saturday June 14th - 10am Start

Samsung Galaxy YOUNG. As New, $75 Phone 5444 2100

w/ mixed manure $35 per/m del. 3M min del. Bobcat avail. Ph 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846

Nanga Gnulle, 40 Harley Street

MUSHROOM COMPOST

SMALL wood turned pedestal $30 Ph 0425 880 259

Approx 300 Lots All good stuff

$50 per metre. Minimum 4 metres. Free delivery to Bendigo area. Phone 0400 855 626. NEWNES pictorial knowledge Aust Ed. Vol 1-10 $100 5442 5552 OFFICE chair, high back, blue, EC $40 Phone 5444 4336

SNOW skis $50 Ph 0413 418 505 SOLID timber bookcase desk w/ desk ext. EC $50 Ph 5439 6007 SOLID timber slat single bed w/mattress EC $80 Ph 5439 6007

OFFICE chair- hvy duty. GC $20 Ph 5441 2516

STEAM-IRON Breville Jet Select $15 Ph 5447 7050

OFFICE desk with ergonomic chair, GC, $50 ono Ph 5439 3054

STEEL sheet, galvonised 2400x1200 x2mm $65 Ph 5443 0061

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STEEL drainage mesh 4 of 9 inchx6ft $100 lot Phone 0437 266 699

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Lots T.E.A Ferguson Tractor, Grader Blade, Jib, 200 Litre Selector Spray Unit, Approx 15 Meters Firewood, ‘Gilbro’ Power Planner and Saw, Assorted Power Tools and Hand Tools, Timber Outdoor Setting, Wooden Table & Chairs, Sofa Bed, Washing Machine, Single & Double Beds, Assorted Kitchen Utensils, Catering Equipment, Fridges, Quantity Of Crockery, Glassware, ect. Stacks of Timber, Railway Sleepers (Large), Fencing Wire, Chain Mesh, Assorted Collectables and Sundries. 10% Buyers Premium Cash on the day of sale

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BICHON Frise x 4 Females, white with champagne ears. Wormed, vet checked, micro chipped. Ready to go (98200035) -6616939 -6622972 -6799747 -6565661 $600 ea Ph 5480 3641 or 0402 226 723

LARGE site of 63 hectares, dams, sheds, multiple paddocks avail. Some with dbl fencing between paddocks. Lease whole or parts. Midland Hwy Huntly. Phone Steven 0430 149 714

BULL Terrier X Blue Heeler pup, male, parents both PB with good temperaments, make great guard & family dog, vet check & healthy, 10 wks, $300. Ph 0428 125 930 (956555552962893)

PUPS, 8 w.o, X med black brindle, blue, vacc., wormed, m/c, 58320, 46443, 97954 $150 Ph 0417 169 356

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Petcarers Caring for your pets in your home • Domestic pets and horses • Play/TLC LC C • Dog Walks/Cat Cuddles • Feeding/Medication Staff: Caring, Insured, & Police checked. Ph: 5443 4536 E: sharon@petcarers.com.au

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MOTOR BIKES

CARAVANS & TRAILERS

YAMAHA WR450, 2003, very good for age, EC, $3,750 ono. Phone 0412 413 883

SEMI Off Road Dingo Camper, Dual battery system, battery charger, 6x12v points, 2x24vpoints, 120L water tank, electric water pump, Gas bottle, Kitchen on tailgate, Annex. GC. $3,750 neg. Ph 0413 108 180

CARAVANS & TRAILERS

TRAILERS

2002 Coromal Excel 535 Pop top Caravan, Double island bed, Tandem axle, Front Kitchen, A/C, Solar Connection, 3 way Fridge, Roll out Awning, Full Annex, 12 Months Vic Reg, Aluminum Frame, Independent Suspension, Reversing Camera, $20000 neg Phone 03 54484886 22FT Millard, ideal teenagers room, safety switch with air con. $3800. Phone 0408 591 747

Boarding Kennel & Cattery Muckleford School Road MUCKLEFORD 3451 Open 8:30am-12:00pm & 4:00pm - 6:00pm Phone 03 5472 4698 Mobile 0428 882 411 www.jeralee.com.au

23FT Jayco Sterling caravan, separ. toilet & shower, EC, lots of extras, very little use, $38,000 ono. Contact 0427 812 246 Bgo area

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COACHMAN - KIMBERLEY 14'6" custom built P/top. Single beds, side kitch & oven. Club lounge, full annex, new tyres, EC $11,500 Ph 5444 0197

Male, 4 years (approx)

Wally

I have a sweet, quiet nature. I’d be suited to a suburban home with solid high fencing. I can get sad when I’m alone at home so I need to be entertained if I’m to be left by myself. I’m friendly so maybe if I had another dog to keep me company or a family who is home a lot, I would be much happier. Some training is needed but I’m a good boy. I am desexed, eback microchipped and ready to go to a new home..

Staffy x Ridg

Female, 6 years

I am a sweet girl with a lovely kind nature. I would love to spend a lot of time sitting in a sunny window bed. I love to smooch and can’t say no to a pat. Ideally, I would love to curl up in a nice warm lap and laze the day away. I am social with other cats and would love to go to my new forever home. Please come in and meet me.

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AVAN Poptop, Tayla, 18ft Ex ,Cond, Extras Awning, Air conducted REDUCED $17,500 0438 356 457

CAR PARTS 4 X Ford BA Falcon Rims & 1 month old tyres, plus wheel trims. $250 ono. Ph 0403 571 651 MAGS 17 x 7.5" 5 Spoke, Near new tyres, to suit Ford $350 ONO Ph 0409 470 930

SCRAP METAL WANTED Cars, trucks, tractors, tin, wire, white goods etc. Phone 5474 3237 or 0427 312 146.

JAYCO Swan 2010 w/ full annexe, bed flys, battery pack, microwave and more $21,350 ono Phone 0427 050 714

DSH

Thunderstorms can be very frightening to some dogs and cats. So with the changing weather ahead, please make sure your pets are secure or indoors during thunderstorms so they do not escape.

JAYCO Stirling Poptop 2010, 17.6L, 2 axle, double bed, club lounge, side kit, 1 owner, as new, $29,990 Ph 5852 3459

WRECKING CARS WANTED

Cash offered. Phone 0417 334 009.

WRECKING

11 ft aluminum boat, flat floor, on neat trailer, 98 merc, VGC, gears on tiller arm, all reg till '15, safety gear, $1550. Ph 0411 256 596

'00 WRX Subaru Impreza, fully serviced, red, auto, a/c, CD, 152,000kms, turbo, $7500 + RWC, PYZ-797. Ph 5442 8991 1990 Mazda 626 hatch, 5 speed manual, a/c, p/s, new clutch kit, RWC & reg, 1 family owner, 180,000kms, EC, $3500. PEI-239. Phone 5447 9209 or 0408 923 453

3.7M SEAJAY TINNY READY TO FISH Wrecking all Makes & Models We buy any car or ute Come see your local strippers

• 15hp Mercury 2 stroke • Lowrance Elite 5x DSI Fish Finder • 55lb wireless saltwater motorguide with wireless foot control • All safety gear (life jackets, oars, fire extinguisher, anchor) • Spare wheels • Flat deck with rubber mat • Padded seat • Stainless steel trailer with LED lights and new cabling.

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1997 EL Ford Fairmont 1 owner, garaged, RWC, elec brakes, hayman reece T/bar, EC Reg 1BL-9JI $2750 Ph 0428 510 118

MAGNA sedan '94, t-bar, auto, many extras, 7 months rego, no RWC, ZZM-345, $1200. Ph 5443 3227

2004 Toyota Camry Sportivo. Very reliable. New tyres & front brakes. RWC. SXG-164. $6500 ONO Ph 0417 551 237 2006 black TS Ford Territory, 128,000kms, rego till Jan 2015, WFW-511, $13,900 ono. VGC, Ph 0407 431 399 92 Toyota Landcruiser, Auto, Dual Fuel, Great Condition, Reg and RWC $9000 ono Ph 0407 472 775 (xng-178)

BMW 523i

1 9 9 8 , R e g , 190,000kms. $5900 with RW or $4900 without. (OSQ 522) Ph 0400 519 989 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser '03 classic, sports shift auto, 148k, 2L, fact 17, new belts, Nov'14 YJO-251, Dk blue, $7500 ono. Ph 0447 472 450 COMMODORE VY S-Pack Utility, black, V6 man., alloy wheels, 146,000kms, damaged, $4500, 229KSP, Ph 0411 432 733

Mitsubishi Lancer Auto Hatch Low K’s

2010 Holden Commodore SSV Ute. Mint Condition. Low 11500kms. Leather seats. Tinted windows. Rego til 22nd July 2014. $30,000 ono. Ph 0437 732 039 (BTN-64P)

TOYOTA COROLLA manual, 2004, EC, RWC, reg. until October 2014, 1BF-4TV, $5000 ONO, Phone 0407 244 494 TOYOTA Hilux 2005 Workmate, C/Chas 5Sp Man. 2WD, 165,000 kms $8,250 neg. TQB-818 Ph Rick 5445 8700 BH TOYOTA Van 1989, auto, blue, tow bar, 8 seater, RWC, reg till Feb '15, WXO-223. $1500 ono. Ph 0413 351 495

HOLDEN ASTRA, Turbo, 92,000ks, Reg Jan 2015, 1 owner, Leather interior, immac inside/out $8700 w/RWC Ph 0408 512 926 (SQS-274)

$2990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

Holden VT Acclaim Sedan Loads of extras with good rego and near new tyres PXT 868.

$3490 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

Toyota 4Runner 4x4 Diesel Twin Cab Very hard to find 4Runner diesel with loads of appeal. Great condition for age. XXR 439 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

2010 Toyota Landcruiser 4.5L turbo intercooled V8 diesel, twin tanks, bullbar, siderails, tow bar, steel tray, water tank, UHF radio, HID spotlights, 11mth REG, RWC, 103,000km, EC $44,000 NEG Ph 0428 725 225 (ZQJ-486)

Ford XR6 Gas and Petrol Be super quick for this won’t last QZM157.

$4990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

Mazda Bravo 4x4 Twin Cab

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. $16,000 O.N.O Ph 0409 429 406

Classifieds 1300 558 385

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Very rare auto, power steering, air conditioning, only 71,000kms. ENQ 986

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FALCON wagon AUII 2000, ABS, cruise, 256kms, a/c, 2 air bags, reg & RWC, ZWS-701, $2990. P 0434 718717 FORD BA series II utility 2005, 76,000 kms, smart bar, alloy wheels, current RWC, no reg, AB91KE, $5750 Ph 0423 342 960

USED CAR BARGAINS at BUDGET PRICES

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Bull bar snorkel and more. Don’t wait to long! This bargain won’t last. NPH546

$4990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

2005 Holden VZ Equipe Sedan A real head turner at a budget price. Mags and spoiler only 150000 k’s. TOG 180

$6990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC 2005 Ford BA XR6 Sedan A bit high in the K’s but very low in price UKE 768

$6990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

2003 Holden VY S pack Commodore sports VY sedan priced to sell urgently. SCD 045

$6990 DRIVE AWAY INC RWC

LMCT 11067

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VEHICLES & SMALL TRUCKS WANTED TO BUY

2001 Mitsubishi Triton GLX Auto Dual Cab Ute Very rare auto twin cab in immaculate condition. Priced to sell. RFI 076.

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Camry Auto Sedan QWL 373 RWC $3990 Camry V6 Wagon ANR 112 RWC $2990 Ford EL Sedan FUY186 RWC $2490 Hyundai Excel Auto RZS 451 RWC $2990 AU Fairmont Ghia Dual Fuel 1BN 7DK RWC $3990 Hi Lux Tray Ute FUY 827 as traded $1750 AU Ute QRS 891 as traded $2500

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PUSHING AHEAD: FC Bendigo action during its first home game. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN. More photos at www.bendigophotos.com

Kingston in sights FC BENDIGO will look to snap a three-game losing streak in round 11 of the National Premier Leagues Victoria NPL1 season when it meets Kingston City on Saturday night. The game will be the club’s second away-fromhome game in consecutive weeks, after going down to Bulleen 3-1 last week. George Slefendorfas put the visitors ahead in the sixth minute when he slotted the ball into the back of the net past Lions goalkeeper Jamie Maclaren. Bulleen was quick to answer, when Alex Dao reacted to a blocked shot from striker Paul Harvey,

tucking the ball home from close range to level the scores after 23 minutes. Bendigo continued to press toward the Bulleen goal, and had a chance to

Bendigo star striker Matthew Breeze was dejected after the game, in which Bendigo squandered many opportunities. “We knew Bulleen were

In the first 15 minutes we ... contained their pressure, but it’s a 90-minute game hit the lead but some excellent goalkeeping from Maclaren stopped their chances. Following that it was all Bulleen, who scored twice after half time to run out 3-1 victors, again seeing Bendigo go down after holding a lead.

a good side and we gave them respect. I thought in the first 15 minutes we kind of contained their pressure, but it’s a 90-minute game,” Breeze told the National Premier Leagues website. “You can say unlucky. If hitting the crossbar is unlucky, then we’ve been un-

lucky a lot. “You can’t put our record down to ‘unlucky’, we need to take and score our chances and until then we’ll be in the same position.” Bendigo’s under-20 side also went down to Bulleen 2-0. The top-of-the-table 16 and under side recorded another dominant win, defeating Melbourne Knights 10-1. The FC Bendigo seniors and under-20 sides take on Kingston from 5pm on Saturday night, while the junior sides have the week off due to the Queen’s Birthday weekend.

CAREER HIGH: Kelsey Griffin. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Griffin looks set for WNBA spot BENDIGO Spirit star Kelsey Griffin is in the running to be a WNBA All-Star, off the back of another standout WNBL season. Griffin, who plays for the Connecticut Sun in the top women’s league in the world, is one of 60 players selected on the voting ballot for the 2014 WNBA All-Star game, to be held in Phoenix. The 26-year-old is averaging six points and seven rebounds per

game for the Sun this season, but missed Monday’s home win against Atlanta due to illness. The Sun have opened the season 2-5, sitting last on the East Conference table, but have improved after adding former Standford University star Chiney Ogwumike with the number one pick in this year’s draft. Votes for the 2014 WNBA all-star game can be cast at www.wnba.com.

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Jack’s flash BASEBALL pitcher Lachie Jack is heading places. The 15-year-old has received an invitation from the Australian Baseball Federation to attend National Selection Camp at Palm Meadows on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Jack’s aim is to realise his goal of trialling and competing in the Australian 15 and under baseball team, which will be the first Australian team to compete in the IBAF World Cup in La Paz, Mexico. The pitcher and utility player competes for the Scots Baseball Club in Bendigo’s winter competition and Essendon Baseball Club in the Melbourne’s summer competition. “My run started in 2012 when I was selected

ON TARGET: Lachie Jack. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Racing heats up cycling COLD and wet conditions kept numbers low but the racing was fierce as the Bendigo District Cycling Club held its club championships at the weekend. Only 16 riders headed out for the senior race, with the U19 riders also competing alongside the senior riders. The small bunch stayed together for most of the race, until the second major climb. Once the group hit the climb, the attacks began and by the time the riders arrived at Sutton Grange only Luke Knox, Aidan Bowe and Peter Casey remained. The trio stayed together until the finish but it was Knox who came out on top in the spring, with Bowe second and Casey filling the placegetters. In the masters race only five riders made it to the start, and all five were present at the finish as Syd Anstee took the win from Justin Leske and Kris Gill. The BDCC has another big weekend planned over Queen’s Birthday with the Merv Dean memorial club tour to be held from Saturday through until Monday. Riders will compete in A, B and Cgrade classifications, with five stages to be held across the three days, with a 101km stage finishing at Woodstock kicking proceedings off on Friday.

to represent Victoria at the under 14 National Championships in Canberra,” Jack said. “In the same year I was approached by a major league baseball team in Los Angeles. “They informed me they were reviewing me for a possible college scholarship when I turn 16.” This year Jack was selected to represent Victoria at the under 16 National Championships in Sydney. “At these championships, I was awarded the Australian Baseball Federation’s Golden Arm award for best pitcher at the championships.” Lachie is after local sponsorship to help him achieve his dream. Contact 0411 480 307 for details.

IMPRESSIVE: Eaglehawk’s Brodie Filo and Golden Square’s Jack Geary. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN.

Players selected FOUR players from the Bendigo Football Netball League’s AFL Victoria Country Championships win over Gippsland were this week selected in the AFL Vic Country 1 representative training squad. Eaglehawk’s Brodie Filo, Golden Square teammates Jack Geary and Jonathon Coe and Gisborne ruckman Tom Waters were included as members of the 39-strong team this week. Former Ron Best Medallist Justin Maddern will represent the Goulburn Valley FL in the squad, while Luke Collins and

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Ryan Pendlebury made it from the Gippsland side that lost to the blue and gold by 34 points two weeks ago. Coach Peter Knights said cutting the squad from around 70 to 39 was not an easy task. “We had a member of our selection panel at each of the matches involving the top 10 leagues and also spoke with a number of other parties to see if there was anyone from outside those games that warranted inclusion,” Knights said. “When we first met last week we had more than 70 players who

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had been nominated as worthy inclusions and to reduce that to 39 was an extremely difficult task. “Playing the metro side will no doubt be the toughest challenge we’ve faced in my five years as coach but we think we’ve picked a side that will be committed to representing WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country and give us the best possible chance of victory.” While the Vic Country 1 squad will take on a metropolitan representative side, the Vic Country 2 side will take on a Victorian Amateur Football Association side.

Mount Pleasant full back and Heathcote District FL interleague captain Tim Hill and Wedderburn’s Rohan McHugh both made the 44-man Vic 2 team. “Picking the initial training squad is an incredibly difficult task with so many players to choose from.” “Not one of the players we’ve contacted has declined to be involved which shows how much the opportunity means to them,” he said. A Vic Country Under-19 squad was announced this week, and will take on a VAFA U19 team.

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