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ISSUE 901 FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2015

REBUILDING FAMILY: Paul, Darcy and Emily Gray. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN.

By DIANNE DEMPSEY

WHEN Paul Gray’s wife Kerri, affectionately known as Kez, died on March 11, 2011 from breast cancer, she was 38. The tragedy was even more poignant as she left behind her two much loved children, Emily who was then 11 and Darcy, eight. While Mr Gray was heart bro-

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ken, before his wife died she left him with a grain of hope. “Kez asked me if I could do something with the Otis Foundation. Her own mother had died from breast cancer exactly 12 months and one day before she did,” Mr Gray said.

“I approached Andrew Barling in the following June and asked him what I could do.” The Otis Foundation was instigated by Mr Barling in 2000 to provide retreat houses for women and men who suffer from breast cancer. The Foundation has properties

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in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia. Mr Gray’s vision for the house to be built in his wife’s honour is the biggest project with which the Otis Foundation has been involved. “Kez’s Hideaway” is due to be completed by this spring. It will be

constructed by Paul Gray Builders on eight hectares of land donated by Andrew and Lisa Campbell at Redesdale “Building the house has been a way for me to deal with my grief,” Mr Gray said. “Knowing that there will be something there with Kez’s name on it will help with the pain of our loss. Continued Page 3

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TWO key housing bodies have joined the chorus of industry commentators pushing for a cut in official interest rates in February. The Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) and the Housing Industry Association (HIA) this week both claimed that the decline in the annual rate of inflation reinforced the prospect of a low interest rate environment for the foreseeable future. The December 2014 quarter CPI figures show that the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) underlying trend series measures of inflation continue to be well within its target zone. REIA president Neville Sanders, said this should translate into good news for home owners. “In the December quarter, the CPI rose by 0.2 per cent and an annual rate of 1.7 per cent. “These figures are below the RBA’s target zone of 2-3 per cent and should not put pressure on the inflation outlook,” Mr Sanders said. HIA senior economist Shane Garrett said the big drop in oil prices over recent months was helping to restrain cost of living pressures. “Fewer price pressures in the economy mean that a policy of very low interest rates is both justified and necessary,” he said. “This is against the backdrop

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By CHRISTINE McGINN

CITY of Greater Bendigo mayor Peter Cox has called for the current powers and position of the chief executive officer to be reviewed. Cr Cox said the position of CEO held too much power, leaving the councillors’ ability to influence decisions severely limited. “The CEO can employ as many staff as is necessary to carry out the policies and strategies of the council,” he said. “It seems to me too much power in the hands of one person. I would certainly like to see that reviewed.

“Councillors need to have an impact when we are talking about the operational expenditure of council. “Under the current act our jurisdiction or powers are not sufficient to have a direct influence on the operation budget.” Fuelled by the current Local Government Act Review, Cr Cox slammed the powers while considering the functions of local government. Cr Cox said there was a clear distinction between the roles of the Greater Bendigo City Council and City of Greater Bendigo.

“Council are the governing body and it is important it identifies as such,” Cr Cox said. “We have to be prepared to make decisions for the good of the

Greater Bendigo city council.” But Cr Cox did not want to see full-time paid councillor positions stand in the way of elected-representation.

It seems to me too much power in the hands of one Greater Bendigo community. “Whereas, COGB is the corporate organisation made up of staff, headed by the CEO and their role is to carry out the decisions of the

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“The strength of having elected councillors is they do come from the local community. It is important to reflect the community view around the council table,” he said.

“If it is corporatised then it just becomes a job. But the councillors’ role is very different.” A spokeswoman for the Local Government Minister Natalie Hutchins said the minister looked forward to meeting all local governments in the coming weeks. “The Government will undertake thorough consultation about the recommendations of the Local Government Act Review and will provide its response in due course,” the spokeswoman said. City of Greater Bendigo chief executive officer Craig Niemann declined to comment.

Hideaway to help ease pain From Page 1 “It is also important for the children to know that I am continually working on something for their mother,that she will never be forgotten and that she is still in my heart. ”Emily who is now 15 is also raising money for the house through Bendigo South East College where she goes to school.” While talking about the process of raising funds for the house, Mr Gray said that work is a way of dealing with grief. As well as raising funds and speaking at events, Mr Gray has spent time meticulously drawing up the plans for the house himself. “I followed as closely as I could Kez’s style, the type of house she liked. She didn’t

particularly like sterile modern houses but preferred warmth and a family feeling. “The house will be 35 squares and consist of three pods – a couple’s retreat, a family kitchen area and a children and friends area which has its own living room and bedrooms. While work and children have helped Mr Gray with the healing process, he says his new partner Kellie Martin has given him much support. “She has been wonderful in helping me to deal with my grief and all the work that I’ve taken on. “Her father and brother have also helped us with the project, they’re great people.” Mr Gray said that when Kez was in the last stage of

her illness he arranged his business so he could take four months off and spend as much time as he could with his wife, “The grieving started then, really, Kez always held out hope but I was grieving for her long before she died. It’s been four years since his wife’s death but Mr Gray is excited that they are starting to dig the foundations today of this beautiful house that has come from such a sad place. “The day of the funeral I was just in a daze, I can’t remember exactly what I said but people told me later that my words went straight to their hearts. I said something like, “Don’t wait until it’s too late to love the ones you love.”

Murray Meander helps charity drive BOMBSHELLS: Ezah Smith and Laura Maywood. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

THE 1950s was the era of rock ‘n’ roll and great cars, and of course the bombshells. Two Bendigo waitresses have taken history in hand and spend a lot of their time dressing and living the 50s dream, and this Valentine’s Day will be representing our city in Ballarat. Golden Square based

pinup girl Miss Bettie B Goode and Long Gully’s neo-vintage doll The Rose Razor are among 15 finalists who will perform at the Miss Ballarat Beat at The Amazing Mill Markets Ballarat Beat Rockabilly Weekender. Rose Razor, better known around town as Ezah Smith first came to the era through the music.

“I tired of being normal, and I like to stand out. So on February 14 everyone will see Rose Razor in full bloom for the first time, unleashed. “I see my style as classy, but edgy with a rockabilly vintage style. But there is a modern edge too.” The event kicks off at 1pm on February 14 at the Mining Exchange, Ballarat.

WHILE Mr Gray is building the house gratis, there are many individuals, businesses and trades people who have donated money, labour and products to the house. The annual Murray Charity Meander has been running for 10 years and has so far donated about half a million dollars to charity. Last year they gave $60,000 towards Kez’s Hideaway. The event is a charity tinny boat ride/race from Bringenbrong Bridge to Echuca Moama that raises money both for breast and prostrate cancer. Mr Gray would like to thank Trevour and Donna from Bendigo Marina World who have courageously lent him a boat so can take part in this year’s event. There is still a long way to go to raise money “Kez’s Hideaway”. To do this you can go to www.murraymeander.com.au; otisfoundation.org.au where you can buy items

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among other levels of government and potentially jeopardise future funding,” he said. “If this project doesn’t go ahead and we have to give the money back, or delay the project any longer, we could struggle to attract government funds for future projects. This will jeopardise the city’s progress. “One thing is very clear. The government will not let this $15m be spent on anything else in Bendigo. If council says ‘no’ to the pool, this money will be lost forever.” Cr Cox fired back at Mr Lyons’ “disappointing” comments and

THE Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise group has raised fears that the City of Greater Bendigo has scrapped the Indoor Aquatic Leisure and Wellbeing Centre as its top priority. Despite council floating the proposed indoor pool as the city’s top ticket item at state and federal elections, KFCE president Jack Lyons said the council was possibly reneging on its decision. “There are fears council is considering taking the top-priority status away from this project, and that will be catastrophic for the community, the city, council’s reputation and Bendigo’s future growth,” he said. “We are currently standing on the starting blocks and want council to fire the starting pistol.” But mayor Peter Cox said council had not yet made a decision and it was still to be considered in the budget process. “It will be considered in with our long-term plans. It is unfortunate we didn’t get the $10m from the federal government but the $15m state government money is still on the table. I don’t want to make a decision in isolation,” he said. Mr Lyons said a backflip would hurt the city’s future funding applications and risk the promised $15m. “If council backflips on this decision, after years of pushing for it, we will be a laughing stock

If council backflips ... we will be a laughing stock said council would not cave to pressure. “It is very disappointing a responsible community organisation such as KFCE are making such comments about Bendigo that are simply untrue,” he said. “However, whatever pressure they put on council doesn’t mean we will change the process overnight. “We don’t have the money at this point and we have to get it signed by the state government. “We will decide on the project in the budget. We may want a lesser project, one that say costs $15m not $30 to $35m. We may try to negotiate a portion of that

Leisure on the agenda LOCALS are being invited to consider the potential redevelopment of the Peter Krenz Leisure Centre next week. The Bendigo Regional YMCA and the City of Greater Bendigo are hosting a community stakeholder forum on Monday, February 2. Whipstick ward Cr James Williams will host the 7pm to 8.30pm meeting at the Napier Street centre. Cr Williams said the forum would help the YMCA to investigate the demands of the facility. “The leisure centre is one of Bendigo’s most diverse facilities that allows residents and visitors of all ages and skill levels to participate in a wide range of recreational and wellbeing activities,” he said. “The YMCA will use feedback from the forum to plan for a renewal of works to its dry areas, such as the health club, group fitness, reception and café, with a view to improving the aquatic and change areas at a later date. “Attendees are encouraged to pro-

vide their thoughts on the proposed increase in health and wellness facilities, the removal of high ball court space, the development of a café area and any additional equipment required.” Bendigo Regional YMCA chief executive officer Michael Bailey said it was an exciting project for the Greater Bendigo community. “It is envisaged the redevelopment will address ageing and functional limitations of the existing facilities and ensure they are able to meet the wider community’s future demands,” he said. The YMCA is currently installing outdoor fitness facilities which are expected to be completed by September. The dry area redevelopment is expected to start in the next two years under a staged program. Locals can call Mr Bailey to find out more about the redevelopment on 0427 146 669 or email michael. bailey@ymca.org.au.

CONCERN: Jack Lyons, Geoff Milward, Sarah Mulqueen, Ann Jones, Bruce McLean, Geoff Bowyer and Michael Mulqueen. with the state government but this issue is still to be resolved. “It is still in the mix but if we can’t afford it, we are not going to accept $15m from the state government if we can’t. We need to be a responsible government organisation... and if it has to be returned then that hard decision will need to be made. “We have to be much more responsible.“ Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said council was

demonstrating good governance when considering their expenditure. But Mr Lyons said councillors had been given many business cases including one late last year. “That shows operating costs are minimal. In fact, they could almost be non-existent if you consider the money saved from closing Long Gully, Golden Square and Kangaroo Flat pools,” he said. “There are a lot of projects

that deserve council support and they will get it. The Kangaroo Flat pool plan has been on council’s list for about five years. “Building a smaller pool is economically irresponsible, as the city’s high population growth will mean a bigger pool will need to be built within years.” City Futures director Stan Liacos confirmed council was considering the $30m project. The draft budget is expected to be unveiled in April.

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Police net fast drivers MORE than 430 driving offences were recorded across Greater Bendigo during the Australia Day long-weekend. The four-day Operation AMITY targeted five driver distractions in a bid to reduce the road toll and serious injuries. Speeding, drink and drug driving, distractions, fatigue, and seat belt offences were the target of the police operation. Bendigo Highway Patrol Senior Sergeant Mark Edwards said speeding was a major issue for the area during the operation with 425 offences recorded. “The real issue for us in central Victoria was speeding. There was a real concern on the back roads between Strathfieldsaye and Kyneton with speed,” he said. “It is not our local people speeding but... they are still

committing mobile phones offences. We are happy to keep giving fines and four demerit points if they wish to continue. “I am very happy with the effort from our local police during the operation.” About 2600 patrol hours were committed locally to the operation.

Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Robert Hill said it was pleasing there had been no deaths but more action was required to make our roads were safe. “One fatality free weekend doesn’t change the fact 22 people have lost their lives on our roads already this year,” he

There was a real concern on the back-roads between Strathfieldsaye and Kyneton Local police recorded the highest amount of preliminary-breath-tests recorded in the state at just under 8500. Across Victoria, 7999 traffic offences were detected with 3146 for speeding, 761 for unregistered vehicles, 358 unlicensed drivers and 170 disqualified or suspended drivers.

said. “It’s also very concerning that 160 people were injured, many seriously, as a result of road trauma between Friday morning and Monday night. “Excessive speed, alcohol and lack of seatbelts have contributed to the deaths of a number of people this year

so it is concerning to see so many people caught for these offences. “I thank the vast majority of Victorians who did the right thing on our roads over the weekend.” FOUR people were killed in a single vehicle crash on Wednesday morning at Pyalong. The incident occurred about 6.45am on the Northern Highway near Halpin Road. Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives attended the scene and led the investigation into the circumstances of the incident. Police and emergency services also attended the incident. Anyone with information about the incident or who witnessed the crash should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Home care in balance

By CHRISTINE McGINN

FEARS have arisen for the future of the City of Greater Bendigo’s Home and Community Care program (HACC) following a meeting this week. The Australian Services Union has raised concerns over the fate of the service after HACC employees were called to a meeting. HACC staff have been notified a report will be given to councillors as early as the next council meeting on Wednesday, February 11. It is believed the report will consider two options, to retain the service with a revised program or to consult with staff about a major change. Under the latter option, it is believed HACC’s work would be contracted out with major job

losses expected. There are 156 HACC staff members, 2570 clients and about 70 volunteers in the unit. “Bendigo council are trying to get out of their obligations in childcare and now look like doing the same to aged care,” ASU’s branch coordinator Billy King said. But aged care volunteer Ruth Hosking said discussions about the future of the service did not come as a shock. “I am not surprised because of the conversations had,” she said. “It has become a very complex issue. But we cannot forget that the private providers don’t have the incomes sources required.” Community Wellbeing director Pauline Gordon said council staff had met with employees as part of a regular review update.

“The council has been conducting its Aged and Disability Services Review since 2012 and it is nearing completion,” she said. “The city has delivered HACC services on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services for more than 50 years and council has said it will look at opportunities for the organisation to be more financially sustainable.” Council also withdrew from the consortia of councils providing Veterans Home Care Services in July last year, stopping those services in November. “Prior to this decision, the council also received news from the Department of Veteran’s Affairs that funding to deliver social activities and meals on wheels for veterans was being redirected to

Veteran’s Mental Health Services as of June 2014. This promoted council to consider its future role in the delivery of other veterans services into the future,” Ms Gordon said. Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said it was “disappointing” council was potentially looking at outsourcing the service. “I know from people who working in the service are worried about the consistency of care and their conditions if there is change,” she said. “Council has some of the most experienced workers... in the region there is a history of local government providing these services. “There is a critical shortage of aged care services in Bendigo and to see a quality service provider potentially leave the space is concerning.”

Services under the pump in Bendigo BENDIGO’s aged care services are bursting at the seams with increased pressure and demand on the already stretched services. Local aged care volunteer and advocate Ruth Hosking said there is an increasing demand for aged care services in Bendigo. “There are not enough beds, staff are underpaid compared to their colleagues. We are just very fortunate that some people are willing to work at a lower rate,” the Leading Age Services 2014 Victorian winner said. “It is so regulated, costly and so society is dependant on community facilities or private-provider facilities and government assistance.’’ Under the federal government’s 2014 Aged Care Approvals Round (ACAR), 120 new aged care places and 43 home care packages will be made available in Bendigo. “This is just a stepping stone. It is very difficult because we don’t fit neatly into pigeon holes and a great change was deleting high and low care and having residential

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care,” Ms Hosking said. “But the impact of that is there is an increasing number of people having community care of which home care packages are a part. Home care packages under the new fee schemes are being perceived as too expensive and not always taken up. “There needs to be a combination of private and public funding.” Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters said ACAR would make a “real difference in aged care services” to locals as part of the former Labor Government’s Living Longer Living Better aged care reform package, but said there was still a lot of unmet demand, both locally and across Australia. “According to the department, this year there were two applications received for every available residential care place and 17 applications received for every available home care place,” she said. “This statistic is alarming.” But Ms Hosking said there was a lack of community understand-

CARING: Ruth Hosking says there is a lack of understanding. ing about the cost of aged care services and was most concerned about self-funded retirees. “It is the government assistance that isn’t understood by consumers. The majority of applications, particularly to residential care, are 80 per cent unplanned,” she said. Assistant Minister for Social Services Mitch Fifield said the government was building a system of choice and flexibility, allowing

older Australians to stay independent for longer. “The changes will see an increase in aged care places to a ratio of 125 places for every 1000 people aged 70 years and over by 2021–22,” Senator Fifield said. “While no one will be denied care based on their capacity to pay, those who can afford to will be asked to contribute, ensuring the system is equitable.”

Workshops offer help The City of Greater Bendigo will host a series of free workshops to help community groups prosper. Two of the workshops will focus on how community groups can find or access free or low cost webpages/websites and how to start up or maintain one. Community Wellbeing director Pauline Gordon said the digital revolution has changed the way people find and access information. “Community groups are not always accessible by phone or email, so an up-to-date website is a more cost effective and timely way to keep group members and interested members of the public informed,” Ms Gordon said. “A website is a means of communication that can feature newsletters, photos, event and membership information, or general advice which can save valuable dollars to be put toward other endeavours. “These workshops will provide people with basic knowledge and tips they can put into practise and teach to other members of their community group.” The third workshop will focus on writing grant applications and explain how not-for-profit groups can locate funding opportunities and bolster their applications to given them a greater chance of success. Ms Gordon said grant application processes were generally competitive with programs receiving numerous submissions for a limited amount of funding. “It is important to be able to submit complete applications that provide all the requested information, otherwise it is likely the application won’t be considered,” she said. “The workshop will also explore the different funding categories of the City’s Community Grants Program, which will accept Round Two applications from Tuesday February 17.” All workshops will be held in the Reception Room at the City’s offices, 195-229 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo on Thursday, February 5. To RSVP contact Community Grants Officer Narelle Lyle on 5434 6000 or email grants@bendigo.vic. gov.au

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TWENTY-EIGHT tobacco retailers have passed a City of Greater Bendigo test to refuse the sale of tobacco to minors. Council’s latest round of the Tobacco Test Purchasing program saw no retailers sell tobacco to minors. Council undertakes tobacco test purchasing on behalf of the Department of Health, where a

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minors it does prevent young people taking up smoking. “City Environmental Health Officers also conduct tobacco education visits to retailers to inform them of their obligations under the Tobacco Act 1987.” Individuals selling tobacco products to a minor could face a $590 on the spot fine or an $8856 fine if a company is found guilty.

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temporary lane closures as they approach the intersection during this period. “To allow workers to undertake these activities safely and quickly, traffic controllers will be on site to minimise disruptions,” he said. “Motorists are reminded to observe the changed traffic conditions, including work zone speed limits for their own safety and the safety of workers in the area. “The introduction of

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Healthy career start for nurses Bendigo Health has welcomed 41 newly registered nurses who are about to start their careers with the organisation. The 12 month graduate program is designed to support nurses who have just completed their studies to make the transition into the health services industry. Executive director of nursing, Peter Faulkner, welcomed the graduates and described the time for both the new employees and the organisation as very exciting. “This is the time in our graduates’ lives that they make the transition from student to health professional,” he said. “It represents a key milestone in their careers and Bendigo Health is delighted to have continued funding support from the

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FORMER mayor and community stalwart Maurie Sharkey has been awarded the Order of Australia medal for service to the community of Bendigo, and to local government. Alongside many other duties Mr Sharkey has been the chairman, Radius Disability Services, since 2012 and was the chairman advisory board of the Bcentral youth centre from 2002 to 2005. He had roles within the City of Greater Bendigo, being mayor from 1998-1999; Commissioner, 1994-1996 and a councillor from 1996-2001. Other civic duties include president of Huntly Shire (Huntly Shire merged with City of Bendigo in 1994) in 1990, and Councillor from 1988 to 1994. Mr Sharkey has taken an active role in his community, being a member of the Bendigo Agricultural Show Society since 2003 including eight years as vice president. Support of sport has been another of Mr Sharkey’s interests, being a member of the Bendigo Football League Board from 2002 to 2006 and the inaugural chairman of Bendigo Diggers Football Club in 1997. He

The City of Greater Bendigo is presenting three free workshops on Thursday February 5 to help community groups prosper. Two workshops will focus on how community groups can find or access free or low cost webpages/websites and how to create or maintain one and the third workshop will focus only on writing grant applications. All workshops will be held in the Reception Room, City offices, 195-229 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo: 1. 9.30am – 11.30am Web assistance and grant writing 2. 1.30pm – 3.30pm Community grant writing workshop 3. 6pm – 8pm Web assistance and grant writing The City’s Community Grants Program will accept Round Two applications from Tuesday February 17. To RSVP contact the City’s Community Grants Officer Narelle Lyle on 5434 6000 or email grants@bendigo.vic.gov.au CRAIG NIEMANN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

SERVICE: Maurice Sharkey OAM. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN is also a Life Member of Bendigo Country Week Cricket. Mr Sharkey has been part of the Goornong Fire Brigade, president of Goornong School Council for many years and a member of the Parish Council, Catholic Parish of Elmore, since 1980. Since 2000 Mr Sharkey has been a Northgate Fosterville Mine Community Grants panel member and on the advisory board of Unity Mining. Mr Sharkey lives on a prop-

erty in the Barnadown district. FOR more than 25 years, June Reid OAM has dedicated her life to the community through the Country Women’s Association. The humble Strathfieldsaye resident has been awarded Australia’s highest honour for service to the community particularly for her work in the CWA. She served in CWA presidential roles between 1991 and 1995, and has been inducted as a life member. Mrs Reid served in the local

CWA’s Bendigo Northern Group as president, treasurer, member and State Emergency Service Representative from 1981 to 1989. Mrs Reid still serves on the Handicrafts and Home Industries Committee. For two decades, Mrs Reid was the Associated Country Women of the World Victorian delegate. Mrs Reid has also served on many committees for more than 30 years, even singing in the state choir for the same amount of time. She has shared her talents with the Forest Street Uniting Church since 1998 and was the Swan Hill Methodist Parish Choir conductor too. Mrs Reid was also the Forest Street Uniting Church Parish Council secretary and member and Loddon Mallee Presbytery member. She was an adjudicator, Coral and Dance, Song in Costume and Public Speaking and has served the Bendigo Northern Group since 1962. Mrs Reid was a Dooen Ladies Guild president and member, the Strath-haven Home for the Aged chairperson and has been a committee member since 2004.

Fyffe backs prize for writers festival WHEN City of Greater Bendigo councillor Rod Fyffe heard about the latest addition to Bendigo’s thriving cultural life he didn’t hesitate. “He immediately said, yep, I’ll support that,” artistic director of Bendigo Writers Festival, Rosemary Sorensen said. “His generosity made it possible for us to set up the Vox Bendigo Fyffe Prize, with a $1000 award and publication of a small book which will launch at this year’s festival in August. “Rod has been a great supporter of our thriving festival right from the start, and this latest show of confidence and encouragement is much appreciated. “It’s a brilliant opportunity for us to encourage and celebrate good new writing.” The Prize is for unpublished work in any genre, including poetry, story and essay. It will be judged by Bendigo writer and lawyer Jennifer Digby, Castlemaine poet Terry Jaensch and Ms Sorensen. “We’re looking for writing

that delights us, that we can savour and enjoy, no matter what it’s about or what form it’s written in,” Ms Sorensen said. “Writing is the very best way to share ideas and there’s only one thing better than the pleasure it brings to write and that is knowing that someone else enjoys reading it.” Cr Fyffe said the Prize might unearth new talent or provide an opportunity for an experienced writer. “Bendigo has become a centre for the arts and the writers festival brings many people from across our region and further afield to share the love of reading and writing,” he said. “This Prize is a wonderful addition to the program and it will be really interesting to see what kind of writing it attracts.” Details about the Vox Bendigo Fyffe Prize and how to enter are available from The Capital box office, online at http://voxbendigo.com/vox-bendigo-fyffe-prize/, or by emailing voxbendigo@ gmail.com

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SCHOOL students have flooded through their classroom doors this week ready to tackle the new school year. Packed and ready to go, the Victorian Government estimates show 11,500 students have filed into government schools across Greater Bendigo this week. About 900 preps, 700 year seven and 800 year 12 students are expected to walk into their classrooms for the first time across the municipality. More than 6600 students attended non-government schools in 2014 with a similar figure expected this year. More than 6000 primary school students and 4800 secondary school students will attend government schools this year

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in Greater Bendigo. In 2014 11,459 students attended government schools in Greater Bendigo after a slow increase in student numbers from 11,258 in 2011 and 11,395 in 2013. Bendigo Senior Secondary College principal Dale Pearce said more than 1800 students were enrolled to study in 2015. “It’s an exciting time for students and parents as the college will have a new performing arts centre and hospitality facilities. Students will also make intensive use the new Ulumbarra Theatre,” he said. “BSSC will also have a new Student Services Centre in 2015. “The college will also introduce ‘houses’. In 2015, each BSSC student will be aligned to one of four houses. They are

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An imaginative approach Hats off to principal, Darren McGregor, the Marist community and the City of Greater Bendigo for the recent agreement to share facilities at the new, sympathetically designed college, in Maiden Gully. An imaginative approach by the educators and council to see valuable assets are fully utilised for the benefit of all parties and see the school firmly anchored within the community. The innovation extends into the classroom with the redefining of the approach to learning. Perseverance has paid off with the culmination of this forward thinking strategy. All concerned take a bow. Michael McKenzie, Bendigo

Turning its back While many of us are enjoying our summer holidays and family time, thousands of fellow human beings, seeking asylum, remain incarcerated, out of sight, as “illegals” on Nauru and Manus Islands. Hundreds of people on Manus Island are so desperate they are reportedly hunger striking, one even swallowing razor blades in his despair. These people are innocent of any crime and yet suffer conditions more cruel than in Australian prisons, perpetuated by a government apparently intent on retaining power by punishing and promoting fear of them in the wider population. The ongoing flood of refugees worldwide will continue. Among the most generous countries taking them in are Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey, while Australia turns its back and, shamefully, its humanity. It is not illegal to seek asylum. It is dreadfully wrong that the government denies these people the human rights to which they are entitled and spends unnecessary billions of taxpayer’s money on their cruel detention. Not in my name, Mr Abbott. They are not terrorists; they are fleeing terrorism and repressive, brutal regimes in their homeland. No one leaves home and family without desperate cause. Even many of those “released” into the community live, without government support, in limbo with no certainty of a secure future. If you want to find any “dinkum Aussies” in all this, apart from the wonderful Julian Burnside, it’s the

amazing volunteers and supporters at the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre in Melbourne. Their facebook page shows the incredible work done to support these destitute people in the community. They could always do with help. Julie Collyer, Bendigo

A last-ditch appeal I write in reply to what seems to be a desperate last-ditch appeal by Senator Bridget McKenzie to justify the reintroduction, into the federal parliament, of the Abbott Government’s higher education “reforms” (Letters, Bendigo Weekly, January 21). Says Senator McKenzie: “Despite the scaremongering, there hasn’t been a dramatic drop off in student university enrolments this year”. Obviously it has not occurred to her that this could be precisely because last year the Australian senate voted down the Abbott government’s plans to cut university funding by $5 billion and deregulate uni fees, which could have led to undergraduate degrees costing as much as $100,000. Abbott’s legislation was duly opposed in the senate by the Australian Greens, Labor and a majority of the crossbench because it amounts to an unfair plan to create an elitist university system, making our universities less accessible to average Australians. The reintroduction of Education Minister Christopher Pyne’s higher education bill this time around will now serve primarily one purpose: subsidising private, for-profit “education providers”, including private religious colleges which “train men and women to be effective servants of God”, to the tune of $450 million in public money. When Senator McKenzie talks of “extending government support to sub-bachelor courses and private providers” this is what she is really referring to. A strong public education system is the key to investing in the next generation and building a fair, successful and cohesive society. Differences in educational outcomes should not be the result of differences in wealth, income, power, possessions or geographical location. Independent polling recently commissioned by the Greens con-

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firms that the Coalition Government’s changes to higher education are opposed by an overwhelming majority of the community. Overwhelmingly Australians are opposed to increased student fees and higher interest rates on student debt. A sentinel example of the reason for this opposition is that of high fee, lower income tertiary professions such as teaching and nursing. Under the Coalition’s proposals, teachers and nurses of the future could incur post-graduate debts which will take in excess of 20 years to pay off. This is particularly true for female nurses and teachers, the foundation of our health and education systems, who frequently need to take time out from full-time employment to fulfil such essential roles as parenting and other carer obligations. Under such circumstances, who could afford to be a nurse or a teacher? It is unfortunate that Senator McKenzie fails to acknowledge such pressing realities facing many of her local constituents, let alone Australians overall. It is unforgiveable that she fails to comprehend the implications for a future Australian society of a higher education system which predictably fails to produce such essential professionals for reasons

of free-market unviability. Senator McKenzie is correct in noting that the Greens will not “compromise” in opposition to her government’s misguided policy. As Senator Lee Rhiannon, Greens spokesperson on higher education and vocational training, said earlier this month: “Prime Minister Abbott has lost control of his higher education policy and if he is so hell-bent on his elitist and neoliberal education agenda, I challenge him to take it to an election”. Michelle Goldsmith, Eaglehawk

Greed I write regarding the government’s Productivity Commission inquiry into wages and conditions. This government continues to attack people who are not as well off as themselves, the vulnerable, poor, sick, pensioners, unemployed, students and now workers again, are in the spotlight. I’ve always found it hard to swallow, people earning more money than the average wage and in some cases outrageous amounts of money, telling us that our wages and conditions are too high. In 2016 the richest one per cent will own more than 50 per cent of the world’s wealth. If this government wants people to take them seriously, they

have to start looking at themselves and their own wages and conditions and also the top end income earners like fat cat CEO’s and big business not paying their fair share of tax. “We’re all doing a job”. How is it that someone can earn in one day what someone on a wage can earn in a whole year? Outrageous – this cannot continue into the future if we are to have a more equal and fairer society. The financial incentives for some of these fat cat corporate psychopaths is so high that they end up losing all perspective of fairness and any empathy for others (greed). I call on the government to have a Royal Commission into CEOs and top-end salary earners and especially their conditions (bonuses). The treatment by some companies of their employees is appalling. Workers constantly have to fight for a fair go and now we have Tony Abbott’s Productivity Commission into wages and conditions to deal with. Time for change. Peter Watkinson, Bendigo

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Showing we care CARING for older members of our society might seem like something none of us wants to talk too much about, but it is also something almost every family must face up to at some stage. A robust, accessible and quality aged care service is integral to the health and wellbeing of older Australians, and with more of us living longer, there are bound to be even more pressures placed upon an already fragile system, in future years. Bendigo is a place many older people now look to retire to, a reflection of this city’s climate, its outstanding and ever improving health facilities, its geographical location in the centre of the state and the existing choices of quality aged care facilities on offer, whether it be full time residential care in a nursing home or home based care and support via something such as Home and Community Care. This is something that’s unlikely to change in coming years, and any move to enhance what’s on offer both now and in the future, should be assessed against the relevant sustainability and affordability criteria, and then hopefully supported. The pressures being felt by

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Bendigo is a place many older people now look to retire to or the price to access good aged care in any way, shape or form. The City of Greater Bendigo’s best efforts to continue to deliver Home and Community Care services on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services, after more than half a century, are to be applauded, but the organisa-

tion is also conflicted by the need to be more financially sustainable, and the pressures brought to bear by seemingly endless cost shifting from other levels of government. More than $120,000 has already been saved due to changes arising from the recommendations of the Independent Review. Greater Bendigo’s Home and Community Care service employs more than 150 staff who attend to almost 2600 clients. The welfare of these staff and particularly their clients, is a central concern to any decision that could arise as a result of the current review. It’s also important to note that the HACC program supports people whose capacity for independent living is at risk, or who are at risk of premature or inappropriate admission to long-term residential care. In other words, money spent on HACC programs is (hopefully) helping keep residents out of more expensive care. As the council grapples with how to deliver such important programs in future years, all this and more needs to be considered, so too the implications of much vaunted capped and reduced rate rises on the increasing demand for even better services.

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Council has approved a partnership between the City of Greater Bendigo and Marist College Bendigo to deliver a range of facilities to be shared by the school and local community. Each organisation will contribute $4M to the development of facilities across two stages and a six-year funding agreement. The partnership will deliver a senior and junior sports oval, netball courts, car park and internal road, walking and cycling paths, a play space and multi-purpose community centre. Local residents are invited to an information session to review, discuss and contribute to the Marist College joint use project.

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Monday February 2, 2015 Drop in Session: 5pm to 7pm Project Presentation and Q&A: 7.15pm – 7.45pm Maiden Gully Community Hall Carolyn Way, Maiden Gully The information session will provide an overview of the agreement between Marist College and Council, seek feedback on the concept master plan and provide the opportunity for residents to shape the final details of the project.

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AM weighing into the Tony Abbott debate this week, a break from my weekly meanderings. We have to trust this man as Prime Minister, and whatever your political leaning, you have to question the sense in awarding the Duke of Edinburgh an Australian Knighthood. For one thing, Phil the Greek – as he is affectionately known – has more letters after his name than most, and even his title of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh is enough to show some rank in society. He was born as the prince of Greece and Denmark, so didn’t even have to marry into a title. Is Tony perhaps chasing a return favour from Her Majesty the Queen? One-term-Tony is bring-

ing on his end even faster, with us now hearing rattles and groans from his own back bench. Joe Hockey is tight lipped on the matter, but he’s hiding out the back somewhere anyway. Hiding or hidden that is. In my opinion Tony is missing the point on so many levels. One, he needs to consult his party. Kevin Rudd failed to do so, and look what happened to him. It’s not as if Tony was not an observer of Kevin’s kitchen cabinet. He belittled it, only to follow in the footsteps of a so-called captain’s pick. The fact that Australia broke away from the British honours system should be an indicator enough those days are gone.

It’s as if Tony does not think Australia’s honours are good enough, and the knighthood had to be reinstated. What about all of the people honoured this week, I wonder if they feel they have been pushed down the pile a tad? It can only be selfserving, if Phil the Greek chooses not to send a British Knighthood back in the mail, Tony will be suggesting former Prime Ministers post-Rudd will be eligible for the honour. Would you be surprised if that were the case? I would not be, because I can see no other reason for Tony to champion the cause except he fancies having the honour bestowed on himself. Arise Sir Tony. There is a plus in this

of course, as I understand it the monarch of the day, namely Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the second, touches a drawn sword on either shoulder before naming him a knight. Perhaps, and I am not wishing this on anyone, there’s the danger of a slight slip of the blade from Queenie and Tony will have a close shave. But that won’t be the only close shave he has. I will predict this will be the end of our Tony, and he won’t even make it to the next election. The outcry and the row from within his own party, and most certainly from outside, will be the straw that broke the Donkey’s back – and guess who the donkey is. – Steve Kendall Twitter@stevekendall1

Victory Church is excited to be continuing its service to the Bendigo community as it has done now for over 83 years. On Monday the 2nd February at 10am they will be opening a 5 star Op Shop in the heart of Bendigo at 110 Garsed Street. With plenty of parking, this store is much more than a traditional Op Shop. It’s décor is beautiful and the goods sold are of the highest quality with a huge and varied range of clothing, toys, books, furniture, and the list goes on. To help parents with their shopping, Victory Op Shop has created a kids corner equipped with toys and movies to keep the little one’s happy. Much of the proceeds of this shop will assist in providing ongoing food parcels to families within our community who desperately need assistance in this area. Victory Op Shop is partnering with Victory Food Bank (who supplied 2642 food parcels to people in need last year) and other community services to ensure those in need receive the support they require.

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ANADIAN folk singer Gordie Tentrees is making his way over to Australia for the very first time, for a national tour, which includes a show in Bendigo at Billroys Blues Bar at the Goldmines Hotel on Tuesday, March 3. If you’re unfamiliar with Tentrees’ work, and more importantly, his story, here’s a quick rundown of everything you need to know. He grew up in Hamilton, Ontario in a particularly violent home before running away and spending 15 years of his young adult life in the regional areas of the Yukon.

GORDIE TENTREES Tentrees then went on to become a three time Golden Glove Champion on the amateur Canadian boxing circuit before working in a variety of jobs, including a school teacher, youth worker, counsellor, and mentor for at-risk kids. At the age of 25 he taught

himself to play the guitar, the harmonica and the dobro and wrote his first song, before eventually recording his first record. Over the past 10 years, Tentrees has gone on to earn himself a well-deserved reputation as one of Canada’s hardest working and touring musicians.

He has performed at more than 2000 shows and festivals, in almost 20 countries and embarked on a remarkable 144-date tour in 148 days, which spanned 11 countries. Tentrees plays Bilroys Blues Bar at the Goldmines Hotel, March 3.

ROOVIN the Moo is back in Bendigo on May 2. An oasis where Hilltop Hoods, Broods and Sticky Fingers all share an adventure of a regional kind with the likes of Flight Facilities, Peaches, DMA’s, Charli XCX and many more. Where old friends unite and new friends are made. Where fans and artists alike are encouraged to unplug from the day-to-day hustle of life, and escape to an enchanting, kaleidoscopic retreat. On the cusp of winter, Groovin the Moo has become a place for those seeking warmth, a space for like-minded people to gather and open their ears to both new and familiar sounds. It’s a tradition for local host communities to participate in and celebrate. Groovin the Moo will hit Bendigo on Saturday, May 2. Tickets will be on sale from 9am on Tuesday, February 3. GTM is calling out to artists, graphic designers, students, professionals and hobbyists to enter the 2015 GTM TEE Competition. Visit the competitions section at www.gtm. net.au for more info on all things GTM.

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ENTRAL Victoria’s regional food network group Food Fossickers has advised that not only is it easy for locals to support local food this Valentine’s Day, those who do will love the romantic regional offering. The not-for-profit committee has compiled some easy ideas for romantics to combine their romantic celebration with supporting our region’s artisan producers. Chocolate: Romantics who wish to impress with an edible gift that is far more unique than Cadbury, will love the handmade and sculpted chocolates at Choclatiste Studio located at Mayfair Park Industrial Estate in McDowells Road. Transforming chocolate into edible art is owner Sue Schrieber’s passion; refining her talent at the renowned Savour Chocolate and Patisserie School in Melbourne and creating an array of Callubaut Belgian Chocolate items such as roses, animals, musical instruments and larger commissioned

sculptures. Sue opens her studio to visitors each Thursday from noon to 6pm and from 10am to 2pm on Saturdays, alternatively orders can be placed on line at www. choclartiste.com.au A Romantic Picnic: A leisurely Saturday drive in the regional country side will uncover plenty of foodie stop overs to fill a picnic hamper with local fare. Bridgewater Bakehouse is only 30 minutes from Bendigo, housed in a historic main street building serving locally roasted coffee, hot pies, fresh bread and cakes, with all goods baked on site and flour sourced from Bridgewater’s Laucke Flour Mill. A 40 minute drive to Heathcote will take you to Heathcote Wine Hub, a wine

and produce enoteca offering both brunch and lunch made from locally sourced produce, accompanied by regional wine, micro-brew beer or cider. The Wine Hub is committed to using the locally farmed produce for the in-house menu and ingredients to create the perfect picnic hampers filled with wine, cheese, small goods, pickles, jams and biscuits Dinner for Two: An early booking is essential this year as Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday in 2015, leaving diners to compete with the standard weekend group bookings rather than the mid-week tables of two. If treating your sweetheart to a delicious local

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VER the past few months I have introduced you to a remarkably talented jeweller, Frederick Napoli Prescott. Many of Mr Prescott’s diverse talents have been brought to the fore. In the very first article we reproduced the photograph of young Charles Melbourne Dawe with his uncle Frederick Prescott at their camp for a fishing expedition. Did Mr Prescott already have in mind to nurture his then quite young nephew into the business which he so successfully ran in Bendigo? I have indicated how 14-year-old Charles Dawe was sent from his Melbourne home to live with the Prescotts in their commodious home in Garsed Street. Each day he would walk to the shop in Mitchell Street, and there, under expert care, learnt every aspect of the business including the skills of an optometrist. Charles Dawe became, in the optical side of the business, the equal of his mentor. On the creative side of designing special pieces of jewellery or presentation pieces, he certainly was not lacking in talent. Last week I wrote about Charles designing the Arch of Triumph which was to be constructed at the then

main entrance to the White Hills Botanical Gardens. Not only did Charles come up with the design but he was also a leading light on the committee that ensured the local White Hills community supported this important local memorial. Finances at the time were difficult and it was the concept of selling the bricks to be used in the arch’s construction that Charles helped to promote. At the time of World War I, if there were any local White Hills boys returning home from the conflict, Charles was at the centre of organising a welcome home. He was among a minority in White Hills to have a motor vehicle, and as such would chauffeur the returned soldier to the reception. Everything that was possible to be done to

reinstate these young men back into the community was the priority for the welcoming committee. Dawe was concerned for the well being of the returned soldiers particularly their health and as such the committee liaised with the Bendigo District Goldfields Hospital to ensure the extra care that some of the returned young men needed was attended to. Before the war Charles Dawe became an avid supporter of the local YMCA which did much for young men to give them constructive physical activity in their spare time. The YMCA was also an important social organisation that prevented young people from becoming what were termed “rascals”. Another organisation which gained Dawe’s support was the Bendigo and Northern Districts Walkers

Association. With the “walkers” there was a two fold role – one as an active participant in their worthwhile physical activity, the second was as an official timekeeper. This organisation was most active before the outbreak of the war. At the beginning of the 20th century Charles Dawe was a keen marksman with the Bendigo Rifle Club. On a number of occasions he was selected to represent Bendigo in interclub competitions, his specialty was target shooting at 100, 400 and 500 yards (457 metres). Shooting required a good steady hand as well as keen eyesight, the latter was achieved through the glasses which he had prescribed for himself. A lad of 14, the same age as Charles Dawe was when he began in the business, had been enticed by another lad to steal various items from the shop of Prescott and Dawe in 1907. Ronald Campbell had given impressionable William Arthur Marshall incentives for taking small items which Campbell then pawned at different pawn brokers. This matter of stealing had been noticed by Dawe and soon the pair faced the courts. Restitution of the articles was sought and the law took its course.

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A CLASS OF HER OWN: Alice Pung.

Writing with Alice Pung

NE of the special events coming to the Bendigo library is an author talk and writing workshop with Alice Pung on Monday, February 2. The daughter of Cambodian refugees who survived the Khmer Rouge, Ms Pung’s previous books were both autobiographical. This, her latest book, is a novel for young adults. Set in a fictional private school, Laurinda, Alice Pung explores the trials and tribulations of a Chinese/ Vietnamese scholarship girl. The hardships her family face at home are constantly compared to the privileged life of her school colleagues. Ms Pung herself was sent to five schools by her “aspirational father” who believed that educational was vital to his daughter’s future. As a consequence, she had plenty of experience in adjusting to new school environments. “I went to state schools, Catholic schools and finally did Year 11 and 12 at Penleigh Grammar School in Essendon,” she said. “My book, Laurinda, is as much about class as culture. “At Footscray Secondary College

for example, some 85 per cent of students are migrants, so the teachers have to work very hard. “My friends keep trying to guess which school I have based my book on, but it is definitely a fictional one.” The writing workshop and talk is typical of the variety of programs which now run at the library. The redeveloped Bendigo library celebrated its first birthday on Wednesday with Goldfields Library Corporation CEO Chris Kelly, Board Chair Cr Rod Fyffe, library staff and members of the public in attendance. Now one of the most popular civic spaces in Bendigo, staff have processed 6744 new memberships and 4406 people reactivated their memberships by the end of last year. Goldfields Library Corporation Chair Cr Rod Fyffe said the modern, light-filled and inviting setting has reignited people’s interest in visiting their local library. Ms Pung will be at the library Monday, Feb 2. Attendance is free but bookings are essential. To attend Alice Pung’s workshop or talk go to www.evenbrite.com.au

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The proposed upgrades will involve the replacement of three (3) existing panel antennas with the installation of three (3) new panel antennas (each measuring less than 2.8m in length) and the installation of six (6) Remote Radio Units. All sites will have the installation of ancillary equipment, such as works within the existing equipment shelter. 2.

Optus regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997 ("The Determination") based on the descriptions above. Further information including an EME Report can be obtained from – Christopher Stathis, Planning Consultant at Urbis Pty Ltd. Ph: 03 8663 4899 Email: consultation@urbis.com.au or at: Site ref: M0929 - www.rfnsa.com.au/3539001 Site ref: M1636 - www.rfnsa.com.au/3555003

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

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Dance Latin and ballroom, and have fun L

EARN to dance at Bendigo’s premier Latin and ballroom dance studio. Do you want to meet new people, get fit, have fun, and learn to dance in a friendly, professional environment? Then iDance’s fun, relaxed classes are just the thing. And teaching adults is one of their specialities. From $11 for 90 minutes, with no joining or membership fees – that’s great value. Ballroom, Latin and New Vogue, Zumba or Burlesque; casual classes, medal courses, or private lessons. There is something for everyone at iDance, including kids and teens. Perhaps you would even like to compete in the glamorous and exciting world of DanceSport competition? Like some of their students who have enjoyed success at the national level.

Most of the experienced and qualified instructors are, or have been, DanceSport competitors themselves and are able to help you achieve your goals, just like local owners Tully and Bronwyn Williams. Or maybe you’re getting married, and would like to wow your family and friends with a stunning bridal dance and join the hundreds of happy couples who have learnt through one of Bendigo’s most popular bridal dance studios. iDance can make it happen. iDance is also Bendigo’s original home of Zumba, with three popular classes a week, letting you get fit the fun way. From absolute beginners to seasoned competitors, iDance specialises in teaching anyone to dance. Come and experience the real thing, phone 0405 622 023 or check out the website www.idance.com.au

Beginners of any age welcome

For Children & Teens: z Cecchetti Classical Ballet z Jazz Ballet z Ballet and Jazz exams For Adults: z Beginner Ballet z “Dance Electric” Jazz Fitness

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Bendigo’s Premier Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio

Thursday Night Beginners Class Latin and Ballroom 7pm - 8.30pm 1½hrs JUST $15

See our website for full details: www.castlemaineballet.com or phone 0421 848 296

Enrol now in our 2015 dance program offering non competition or competition classes for all levels and ages 4 year plus:

• Classical Ballet (Cecchetti) • Jazz Ballet • Tap Dance • Performance Classes • Annual concert with all costumes supplied Now offering preschool classes Saturday Mornings

COME AND TRY DAY! Sunday 1st February

Kids, Teens, Adults & Zumba All welcome, no partners required

0405 622 023 161-167 Barnard Street, Bendigo

idance.com.au

For further enquiries, join us at out enrolment day.

100A Hattam Street, Golden Square 10am to 2pm Saturday January 31, or contact Carlie Sutton on 0419 382 745 or cmsdanceworx@bigpond.com

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Come and try calisthenics C

OME and try Sabelle Calisthenics at their free Come and Try classes this month. Sabelle Calisthenics has a proud history as a family orientated club and has achieved success at all levels. Calisthenics is uniquely Australian, combining sport and performing arts while encouraging team work, self confidence and friendship with students gaining an appreciation of music, dance and more. “People of all ages enjoy this wonderful sport and thrive on the variety of challenges offered,” Taneka from Sabelle Calisthenics said. Calisthenics involves teams of participants learning routines choreographed to music then presenting these routines on stage at competitions and concerts. These routines include elements of gymnastics, modified ballet, dance, clubs, rods manipulation, marching, singing and acting.

At Sabelle Calisthenics they focus on their student’s enjoyment, developing new skills and making friends while learning about sportsmanship and respect, all while having fun. “Sabelle Calisthenics, the family friendly club is made up of great friends sharing good times together, with all classes for children three years and over held in Golden Square,” Taneka said. All Sabelle’s friendly and dedicated coaches have undergone working with children checks and have a level one Calisthenics and first-aid accreditation. Contact Taneka on 0438 879 361 or sabellecalisthenics@gmail.com to find out more about their free Come and Try class. Or visit their website www.sabellecalisthenics.com So why not give Sabelle a try, where there’s something for everyone.

Passing on the love of dance F

ROM the age of three, Kirsten and Lauren Thomas loved to dance. As they grew older all styles of dancing and performing became their passion – tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, singing and acting. There was never a doubt in their minds, they would one day open their own dance school to pass on the love of performance and dance. Twelve years ago, the Thomas School of Dance was opened and Kirsten and Lauren dedicated themselves to creating a nurturing, inspiring, fun and creative environment in which students both young and old could learn and perfect all styles of dance. Thomas School of Dance pride themselves on catering for all students’ needs, offering an array of classes for those who want to

Our current lesson range include: - Rock’n’Roll (7 week course) - Swing (7 week course) - Advanced Rock’n’Roll & Swing Workshops

JUST FOR FUNK

LM Dance School is about building confidence, keeping fit, learning new skills and making new friends. Our classes are a mix of Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Funk dance styles, conducted in a relaxed, non-competitive environment.

$42.00 per 7 week course includes lessons from 7.30pm to approx. 8.30pm (registration from 7.15pm). A light supper is supplied, then social dancing until 10pm. Social Nights follow each course, a great opportunity to socialise and practice what you have learned.

Term Commences Monday, 2nd February

Our next dance course is Swing Commencing Monday 2nd February We also conduct additional lessons every 2nd Thursday 7.30pm-10pm - Commencing 5th February Here you can socialise and learn Rock’n’Roll partner and other recreational dances. $5.00 for members, $6.00 for non-members.

All welcome Enquires: Phone Mary 0448 016 787 www.bendigojailhouserockers.com

5442 6646

lmdanceschool@bigpond.com Factory 1/94 Nolan St, Bendigo

s t r e n g t h , f l e x i b i l i t y, l e a d e r s h i p , c o o r d i n a t i o n , p o s t u r e

Visitors welcome for social dancing from 8.30pm - $5 entry includes a light supper.

SCHOOL

Come dance with us at Volaire Gully Calisthenics in Maiden Gully. Train in a wide variety of dance styles. • Make friends, work as a team, build confidence and learn to perform on stage. • Classes from the age of 3 years. • Open days through February with ‘2 free come and try classes’.

Ph: 0437 343 656

volairecalisthenics@gmail.com www.volairecalisthenics.com.au www.facebook.com/volairecalisthenics

ation, fun, grace, fitness, poise,

We meet Monday Nights from 7.30pm-10pm St Andrews Church Hall, Myers Street, Bendigo

, resilience, team spirit, singing

LM DANCE

Ballet technique, gymnastics skills, musical appreci

Bendigo Jailhouse Rockers Club Inc

A member of The Australian Theatrical Dance Inc.

NEW! Advanced Adult Ballet/ Contemporary with Chris Ead

Sharon Saunders’

s r e c n Da 0418 309 639 NEW! Dance Adventure for 3-5 year old boys & girls

• Pre-School Classes • Fairy Ballet • Adult classes • Jazz • Tap • Ballet • Contemporary • Musical Theatre Fully air conditioned. Purpose built dance studio. Full details of all classes and fees at

www.sharonsaundersdancers.com

Competition & Non competition classes, Tap, Jazz, Cecchetti Classical Ballet, singing, Pointe classes, Contemporary, Exam classes, stretch classes, Adult Tap, Ballet and Jazz as well as Fitness classes for all ages and abilities.

Gaol Road & Don Street, Bendigo thomasschoolofdance@hotmail.com Ph. 54 431133 Find us on Facebook

dance for fun and also for those wanting to study exams or compete in eisteddfods. Several students have achieved great success at national eisteddfods or received outstanding exam results. Students and staff also take great pleasure in producing and performing their annual concert at the Capital Theatre, enriching their love of performance while providing the community an opportunity to support and observe up and coming performing artists. Thomas School of Dance operates from two centrally located venues in Bendigo – Gaol Road and Don Street with enrolments welcome throughout the year. Phone 5443 1113 or email thomasschoolofdance@hotmail.com for more information.

Victorian Highland Dancing Society Bendigo Enrolments NOW OPEN for children 4+ years Scottish Official Board accredited classes are held every Thursday during school terms at: Spring Gully Hall, Spring Gully Rd (Bendigo) from 5pm - 6.30pm

Phone Dianne: 03 5442 1715 or 0418 172 286

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CALL STEVE 0408 928 763

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Repairs completed within 24 hours • Systems built • Repairs and upgrades • Network and internet connections • Virus and Spyware removal

Jeoff Milne 5447 2476 Mob 0425 728 336

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Cave’s Concreting 0409 173 754 Peter

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

GREG SMITH

NO JOB TOO SMALL

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Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman

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

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Phone: 0417 329 802

0418 507 709 A/H 5448 3333

Pergolas

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James Sherlock Ph: 0407 472 775

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Computer & IT Problems?

200 - 600mm diameter

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Is your kitchen needing an update? Call Rilex Interiors for a FREE QUOTE and advice.

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

FREE QUOTES • Ph Travis: 0477 910 720 E: tstrybs@gmail.com

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

GAME ON GARDENING When reliable service matters!

Call Mark Kingston 0439 941 248

• Mowing • Edging • Pebble Paths • Yard tidy and removal • Landscaping & Garden maintenance

LAWN MOWING

Free quotes - we look after you

Gary 0422 854 620 GARDEN SERVICES

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

Edge Gardening and Mowing LawnMowing Mowing Lawn WeedControl Control Weed Fertilising Fertilising

for a free quote call Malcolm at: Phone: (03) 54393799 Mobile: 0401 337 083

LANDSCAPING

FREE QUOTES, 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE Ph 0429 002 678

GARDEN SERVICES

Rubbish RubbishRemoval Removal Pruning Pruning

Pete’s

Mowing and Maintenance 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.

• Paving - all types • Brickwork •Turf • Retaining Walls - all types • Brick Edging

Paul 0429 462 057 Over 25 years of trade qualified experience

mgbricklayingandlandscaping.com

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Services Offered PEST CONTROL

PLUMBERS

Formally “Spider Sprayers”

Stuart Erwin 0407 667 900 Cameron Rogister 0411 956 937

Ph 5446 1535

LANDSCAPING

PLASTERERS

PH: 0418 822 911

clayanstee@gmail.com 248 Arnold Street, Bendigo

0408 859 735

MOBILE BATHROOMS

Specialising in all general plumbing, kitchen & bathroom renovations.

MOBILE BATHROOM FOR HIRE (Shower, hand basin, toilet etc)

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

Quality Work at a fair E: Ldellis23@hotmail.com price.

Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting

Painter & Decorator YOUR FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL AND QUALITY PAINTING TEAM FOR ALL TYPES OF PAINTING OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION QUOTE, CALL TROY ON 0418 844 590 OR EMAIL T_EYOUNG@BIGPOND.NET.AU

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Pty. Ltd.

License No. 32710

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

35 years experience Prompt efficient service at reasonable rates

SPOUT CLEANING

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

CV Industrial Vacuum Services Reduce Fire Risk Spouts Vacuumed Spotlessly Pensioner Discounts Water Tanks Cleaned

High Pressure Cleaning ngg De-Mossing Sealing & Painting Asbestos Removals Pensioner Discounts

Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429 * Fully Insured

5444 2028

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0438 632 219

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1300 558 385

4 Nolan Street, Bendigo

PLUMBERS

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

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0427 506 160

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Call Phill Hutchings on

We service and install: • Air Conditioners • Burst Pipes • Gas Cooktops • Renovations • Taps • Gas Ovens • Toilets • Gas Heaters • Basins • Laundry Troughs

0417 057 010

Quotation gladly given

www.thorptiling.com kylethorptiling@live.com.au

544 33 999

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Sandhurst Painting and Decorating

Kyle 0421 255 044

FREE ROOF INSPECTIONS S

0430 712 108

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

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

& MAINTENANCE SERVICES

For a free quote, call Luke on

0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au

FLOOR & WALL TILING

EXPERTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING

PLUMBERS

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PO Box 54, Eaglehawk

“You style it, I’ll tile it”

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

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CLAY ANSTEE PLASTERING

Thorp Tiling

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SUPERIOR

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

STO

• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

Specialising in Landscape construction

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• 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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FOR SALE

WANTED

2 SEATER lounge with 2 recliner chairs, Green fabric $250 ONO Ph 5441 7448

BSE Uniform, Polo, EC $15 Phone 0437 425 110

DINING SETTING, as new, 6 Seater, suede chairs, Chocolate colour, Cost $650 Sell $325 Ph 0417 322 577

GARAGE DOORS, 2nd hand, single roller doors for sale: $180 each. Phone 0432 371 225.

PINE 4draw desk, GC $25 Ph 0417 461 257

SUNBEAM Horse Clippers, excellent condition. Tested and Tagged $275 ONO Ph 5443 5829

TRACTOR Tyres Wanted, Two used tyres size 14 00 28 Ph 5443 2583

TOP SOIL

WANTED TO BUY

50L plastic water barrell with tap $25 Phone 5446 1310 7PCE Modular Lounge with Day bed + Double bed. Coffee Mock suede, Excellent Condition $1100 Ph 5443 3227 ARMCHAIR, brown vinyl, steel frame $50 Ph 5442 5552

ARTIFICIAL Gerberas, 18 stems, 2 stems grass $5 Ph 0476 077 570 ASST. Craft Magazines, EC Donation to charity. Ph 0476 077 570 AUSTRALIAN Bird books for sale, and Orchids books Mixed prices Phone 5447 4078 BABY Cot, stained timber, GC $70 Ph 0410 788 570 BABY Portacot Steelcraft $35 Phone 5447 7050

BSE Uniform, rugby top EC $50 Phone 0437 425 110 BSE UNIFORMS Girls & Boys, shorts, hat, sports, etc Excellent Cond, Phone 0437 425 110 BSE School shorts, Girls Sz18 EC $15 Phone 5442 5552 CANVAS paintings, new x 2, contemporary design $10 ea Ph 5444 5836 CD Storage drawers, black, $10 Ph 5447 7275 CRYSTAL Chandeleir 5 Light, Very decorative, EC $100 Ph 5449 7128

BAR Freezer, VGC $100 ONO Ph 0411 522 695

COMPUTER Desk, Excellent Cond. $60 Phone 5442 4512

BARSTOOLS, solid timber, (x2) $50 Ph 0447 200 106

COMPUTER desk, in Excellent condition. $45 Ph evenings: 5443 4582

BEDSIDE lamps (x2) black $15 pair Ph 5447 7050

CORNER TV Cabinet, wood, 190 x 90 $60 Ph 5441 7448

BIKE, Mtn GT, 21spd, $75 Ph 5441 1924 BIKE, Road, Giant. OCR3 18spd, $100 Ph 5441 1924 BIKE, Womens, Malvern Star, 18spd, $55 Ph 5441 1924

BIRDCAGE outdoors, 1.8m H x .84m W x .86 D $100 Phone 5442 5552 BLACKWOOD Corner unit, EC $60 Ph 0417 461 257

BLOCK hip hop dance shoes, s10, EC $30 Phone 0401 132 177

COUCH, 2 seater, Green & Bone check pattern $80 Ph 0409 836 116 COUCH, 7 seater, modular chocolate. EC. Paid $2800 Sell $1500 has double sofa bed. Phone: 0447 659 630 CRUSOE College girls grey shorts. Fit 12-14yo $10 Ph 0408 538726 CRUSOE College summer dress. Fit 12-14 year old. $20 Ph 0408 538726 DEEP fryer, electric, as new $30 Ph 5447 7050

BSE Boys complete uniform inc beanie & cap fit 14-16yrs 0400 286 563 BSE PE Polo Shirt (3) $10 each Ph 5439 5881 BSE Girls uniform EC $30 Phone 0437 425 110

DOLL "Evergreen" 40yrs old, GC, $20 Ph 5448 4556

GATES for drive, steel gal. 198 L x 84 H $100 Ph 0401 132 177

DOLL "Uneeda" Old Style, GC, 28cm, hard plastic $12 Ph 5448 4556

GIRTON Boys Uniforms sz 8-14 Phone 0419 112 867 Evenings

DOLL'S Stroller, 3 wheeler, As New, $15 Suit 3-6yrs P 5448 4556

HAY New season Oaten hay sml squares $7 Wheat Straw sml squares $4 Phone 0439 296 455

DRAPES green pinch pleat w/track blockout 1.8 x 2.13 $60 ph 5449 7128

CHEAP REDGUM SPLIT FIREWOOD

CHILD'S Slide, Metal, Good Conditon $30 Phone 0409 351 402 CHILDS booster seat, high back x 2 $10 and $15 Ph 0410 788 570

DINING Chairs (x6) Suede seats, Excellent Condition $175 Phone 0407 714 038

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

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

TOMATO/Garden Stakes, hard wood $7 Doz. Ph 5446 1310

SUMMERTIME SPECIALS

HAY Rolls & Small Squares Phone Justin 0428 496 800 HILLS Solarlight Clothes Line, As new, still in box, $260 ONO Phone 5447 8046 or 0412 744 654

12M TRUCK LOAD $1100 OR HALF TRUCK LOAD $600

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

For further details Phone Clint

LADIES Slippers Sz 7, Never worn, still in box $10 ono 0476 077 570

TILL THE END OF FEB

0427 349 549 FISH Pond, Kidney Shaped, Fibreglass $99 Phone 5447 0663 FISH TANK, 3ft with stand, Good Order, $60 Ph 5449 6886 FOWLERS Cherry Stoner, stainless steel, $5 Ph 5443 6109 FOWLERS metal steriliser, stove top, $10 Ph 5443 6109 FREE drums (2) 44 Gal. With Lids, suit water /grain Ph 5441 8984 FREE Venetian Blinds, 2 sets W 185 D 150 cm Phone 5443 6109 `FREEZER, large upright, GC $60 Ph 5447 2199 FRIDGE and Freezer, Pigeon Pair - Fridge 420L Freezer 380L, Excellent Condition $400 ONO Ph 0407 976 967

FRIDGES

and Freezers. Top brands from $195. Fully recond, 6 mths wty. 283 High St, G/Sq. Ph. 5441 1955

POOL Clark above ground 9 x 4.8 x 1.2 All Accessories, pool fence, paving. Offers accepted. Golden Gully Ph 0428 109 164 POOL TABLE and accessories, in Good condition $700 Ph 5448 5022 HALL table, semi circular, 2 glass shelves $25 Phone 54461310 PORTA Potti 165, Thetford $30 Ph 5449 7128 PORTACOT, in box + Baby cot comforter 2pc set, all NEW $60 Ph 54421837 POWER Board, auto, Energy Saver, New. $15 Ph 5447 7275 PRINTER, colour, Brother. DCP-385C As new, $30 ONO Ph 5448 5455

LATROBE oral health shirts sizes 8 +10 $10ea Ph 5441 2516

RIOBI Blower, electric, brand new $80 ONO Phone 0439 280 682

LAWNMOWER Flymo turbo Compact 350. Used once. $95 Phone Jacqui 5449 6948

SHARK Steam pocket mop, New, $60 Ph 0417 164 756 Eaglehawk

LG Microwave, small, EC $35 Ph 5447 2784

LUCERNE HAY ROLLS 5x4 Ph 0418 319 032

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WEEKLY SPORT

Top form needed

By JOEL PETERSON

WITH three weeks to go in the WNBL season and tough weekend of games ahead, it is time for the Bendigo Spirit to show it can still be a championship contender. Bendigo suffered a hugely disappointing loss to Canberra last Friday night, leading the Caps by 16 points in the third period before falling apart down the stretch to go down by three points. Bendigo did bounce back with a win over West Coast on Sunday, but with games against Sydney Uni on Saturday and league leader Townsville on Sunday, the Spirit needs to find its best to keep its hopes of a

top two spot alive. Townsville have one more game to play than Bendigo going into round 15 and sit two wins clear on top, with the redhot Dandenong Rangers only a game behind the Spirit. On form at least, top spot is all but out of the question, even for the biggest Spirit optimist. Bendigo would need to go through its last four games undefeated to fulfil its end of the bargain, while Townsville would need to lose to Bendigo on Sunday and not win more than two of its four other remaining games to lose top spot. Bendigo could even still miss the finals, but that, too, is

unlikely, considering the Spirit would need to lose all of its remaining four games while Sydney won three of its last four or Melbourne won all four. After two years of grinding games out in the second half and coming up with wins after trailing at half time, second halves have been Bendigo’s weakness this year. The Spirit has scored an average of 7.4 points per game less in the second halves of games this year, and have only scored more points in the second half than the first on two occasions. Bendigo travels to Sydney Uni to play the Flames on Saturday, before facing Townsville from 6pm on Sunday at Bendigo Stadium.

Academy celebrates 20 years

TALL ORDER: Braves junior Jackson Blakemore leaps to score. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

Top results for juniors BENDIGO teams excelled at last week’s 37th annual Bendigo Skin, Ski n Surf Junior Classic. Seven Braves teams took out their respective age finals, all played on Australia Day, while the under-12 B Girls side made the final and lost.

Bendigo recorded winning sides in the under-12 A, under-14 A, under-18 A and under-20 Boys divisions, with the under-16 A and B Girls and under-14 B Girls also taking home silverware. The tournament will be held once again from January 23 to 25 next year.

Squash in for hits and giggles THE Bendigo Squash Club is offering Bendigo women a chance to break out of their normal fitness routine, with their “hits and giggles” program, starting next week. The program, put together by Squash and Racquetball Victoria, aims to introduce women to an often male dominated sport. Squash has numerous health benefits, but the focus of the program is having fun while getting fit. Conducted over six weeks from Wednesday, February 4, the club will work on skills and fitness and receive coaching de-

signed to their fitness level. Introduced in 2012, the hits and giggles program has seen more than 600 women introduced to the sport of squash. “Sport is such an important part of the community and we are thrilled to once again offer hits and giggles to the Bendigo area,” Bendigo Squash Club president Russell McLean said. “Hits and giggles is as much about bringing women from the local area together and having a laugh as it is about fitness.” Anyone interested can visit www.squashvic.com.au

THE Bendigo Bank Academy of Sport is preparing to celebrate its 20th anniversary of its formation this year. The academy was the first of its kind in regional Victoria when founded in 1995, and has provided significant support and opportunities for in excess of 1250 young athletes over the past 20 years. The academy is hosting a dinner on March 21 at the All Seasons and has extended an invitation to all who have contributed to the success of the academy over that time. The concept of an academy of sport was developed after La Trobe University Bendigo commissioned Murray Mansfield and David Pinniger to investigate ways in which a holistic program could be developed to support young Bendigo athletes. Initial support for the pro-

posal came from the City of Greater Bendigo and Bendigo Senior Secondary College. In March of 1995 the academy was formally incorporated with Mansfield appointed as the

The Bendigo Bank Academy of Sport is hosting a dinner inaugural executive officer. The first three sports to be accepted for the development programs were soccer, badminton and volleyball.

Twenty years later the Academy now hosts seven sporting programs including baseball, clay target, cycling, golf, netball, tennis and volleyball. The academy not only fosters the talents of young athletes but provided valuable opportunities for coaches such as Tim Decker, a past cycling coach who has been appointed the Australian national track coach. The academy has supportred a host of athletes who have represented their country including cyclists Glenn O’Shea and Zak Dempster, badminton players Glenn Warfe, Ross Smith and Jeff Tho, golfer Lucas Herbert, volleyballer Karly Hynes as well as netballer Caitlin Thwaites who was part of the volleyball program. Further information is available at the academy’s website at www.bbas.org.au

Tour heads to Bendigo From Page 32 “It’s great for local sports fans and cycling enthusiasts to be able to witness both the finish of stage one and the start of stage two in our great city,” he said. “The 2015 race is sure to create a lot of interest among local residents and Bendigo is excited to host such an integral part of the 2015 tour. “I encourage residents to come along and be part of this great spectator experience.” Victorian Sport Minister, John Eren, said the Victorian government was proud to work with a range of partners to support the event. “It not only brings together a star studded peloton including interna-

GRAND VIEW: Simon Clarke in Bendigo. tional and national riders, the tour injects a significant boost to local sport, tourism, and investment,” he said. “It helps stimulate regional economies and new job opportunities as well as community spirit. “Importantly, events like these showcase the best of Victoria with some of our great tourist destinations

covered by the stages of the event.” There will be minor traffic disruptions on both days along the race route. Organisers suggest parking at the Hargreaves Street multi-storey car park between Williamson Street and Bull Street to watch Thursday’s stage finish.

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WEEKLY SPORT EVCA – Division 1

Thomson in town

Upset for the Emus SPRING Gully recorded one of the upsets of the Emu Valley Cricket Association season at the weekend, defeating Emu Creek to drop the Emus outside the EVCA top four. Chasing 112 at One Tree Hill Oval, opener Brad Rowe (52) carried his bat for the visitors but played a lone hand as Spring Gully’s bowling attack restricted the Emus to just 102. Shaun Cattanach was the only other Emu Creek to reach double figures, making 12, as Alex Sutton (5/18) and three wickets from David Romer sealed the deal for Gully’s second win of the season. Yet another century from Matt Dwyer led second-placed Sedgwick to victory at Club Court, the star recruit crafting

117 as the Rams took care of Golden Gully. Dwyer’s ton was part of an extremely balanced Sedgwick batting lineup. The opener backed up by 65 from Zac Poole, 59 from the reliable Dustin Elliott, 60 from skipper Rick Ladson and 30 from Corey Jones as Sedgwick amassed 5/355 from their 80 overs in reply to Gully’s 268. Nathan Shatwell (2/74) was the only multiple wicket taker for the Cobras, who face Mandurang this week. The Rangas ensured they would go into their match against Golden Gully undefeated, but did not have it all their own way against West Bendigo. Batting first after winning the toss, the Redbacks scrapped their way to 155 after being 3/17

Division 1 ladder RANK

TEAM

W2 W1 D

L1 L2 POINTS

Mandurang

134.80

Sedgwick

101.53

Axe Creek

97.50

United

96.13

Emu Creek

94.61

Golden Gully

85.61

West Bendigo

83.61

Marong

58.78

Spring Gully

57.36

Maiden Gully

31.48

Fixtures DATE/TIME

HOME TEAM

AWAY TEAM

VENUE

Round 6 Jan 31/Feb 7, 1.30pm

Maiden Gully

v West Bendigo Maiden Gully RR

Jan 31/Feb 7, 1.30pm

Mandurang

Golden Gully

Pearce Reserve

Jan 31/Feb 7, 1.30pm

Marong

Emu Creek

Marong Links

Jan 31/Feb 7, 1.30pm

Sedgwick

Axe Creek

Club Court

Jan 31/Feb 7, 1.30pm

United

Spring Gully

Ewing Park

FAST BOWLERS: Dennis Lillee and Jeff Thomson. Photo: alloutcricket.com

ON TARGET: Brad Matthews bowled 5/31. early in the innings. Joel Purdy top scored with 36 not out for Wests, while Cam Holding (30) and Gary Singh (31) also got starts. Mandurang looked in trouble after a batting collapse of their own at the top of the order, falling to 5/34 before Mick Healy (41) and Will Anderson (48) put on 43 for the seventh wicket. Geoff Thomson and Anderson, making his first divison one appearance, added a further 59 runs for the eighth wicket to claim the points. Brad McHugh was the best of the West Bendigo bowlers with 3/36, while Dion Prange claimed two scalps. Maiden Gully fell just short of its first win of the season in what was an exciting run chase against Marong at Marong Links Oval. Nathan Matthews was the standout with the bat for the Panthers with 70, while seven of his teammates made it into double figures as Marong made 7/266 on day one.

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Maiden Gully started well with the bat as opener Anthony Gorrie made his season high score with 55, but despite solid contributions from Rob Brown (35), Simon Cole (46) and Lachlan Mickan (41), the Gully fell 25 runs short of its target. Nick Ede took an impressive 3/15 from his 12 overs for Marong, while Ben Woodward chipped win with two wickets. Finally, on the back of Andrew Collins’ day one double ton, United got the job done against Axe Creek at Ewing Park. Chasing 435, Axe Creek were in deep trouble at 4/24 before Joel Bish came in to steady the ship with a brilliant 137 not out. Bish and Greg Burns (66) added 84 for the fifth wicket, but the mountain was too far to climb for the Cowboys who were dismissed for 304 from 65.3 overs. United shared the wickets around – Keiran Nihill, Luke O’Sullivan, Andrew Duguid and Josh White all claiming two wickets apiece.

AUSTRALIAN cricket legend Jeff Thomson will be in Bendigo on Saturday night to help West Bendigo Cricket Club celebrate its 30th year as part of the Emu Valley Cricket Association. The Redbacks will hold a gala dinner at the Bendigo Club after day one of their clash with Maiden Gully, with Thomson helping the club celebrate the milestone. The night will include the announcement of a best XI

of the club’s 30 years in the competition, as well as a threecourse meal and live music. Thomson is regarded as one of the finest fast bowlers in test cricket history, claiming 200 wickets from his 51 test matches as he formed an irrepressible duo with fellow Aussie Dennis Lillee in the 1970s. Tickets are $75 or $100 and available at the door on the night, with all proceeds going toward new clubrooms at Ken Wust Oval in Quarry Hill.

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BENDIGO is set to welcome back Australia’s oldest stage race next week, when it hosts a stage finish and start of the 2015 Jayco Herald Sun Tour. Stage one of the race finishes in the heart of town on Thursday, with stage two getting under way from the Tom Flood Sports centre the following day. Bendigo hosted a thrilling stage finish last year with eventual winner Simon Clarke taking line honours from Cameron Wurf and local star Jack Haig in a three-man sprint to the finish. Starting at Mt Macedon, the opening stage passes Hanging Rock before winding its way past Lake Eppalock and into Bendigo. Stage two is a 118km route taking riders from the Tom Flood Velodrome and through the

Heathcote-Graytown National Park before crossing the Goulburn River into Nagambie. The 2015 edition of the race is its 62nd, and serves as a fitting finale to a super summer of cycling in Australia, and specifically Victoria.

I think with the guys in the team that we have, we could do quite well The five-day tour winds through some of Victoria’s most picturesque and challenging locations before finishing with a gruelling final day on Arthurs Seat on the Mornington Peninsula next Sunday.

Clarke, last year’s winner, returns to lead ORICA-GreenEDGE, however their worldclass line up will have to battle it out against a top field of international and Australian teams. Haig is also returning to the race after another strong Tour Down Under performance, this time with the Australian under-23 team and will look to better his third place finish from last year. “I think we have a really strong team there, as the under-23 national team, and I think with the guys in the team that we have, we could do quite well at the Sun Tour,” Haig said at the recent Tour Down Under. Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Peter Cox said Bendigo is a cycling city and the tour will provide yet another opportunity for residents to experience an iconic event.

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Tough hurdles ahead AFTER losing three of its past six games, Bendigo Spirit will face what is possibly its toughest round of the year when it tackles Sydney and Townsville this weekend – page 30.

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