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World champs are race ready FRESH off a team pursuit world championship last week in London, Australia’s Callum and Miles Scotson, Sam Welsford and Alex Porter are among a host of top cyclists in town for this weekend’s Bendigo International Madison Carnival. The action at Tom Flood Sports Centre kicks off tonight. - Page 33 WORLD CHAMPS: Callum and Miles Scotson, Sam Welsford and Alex Porter.

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By PETER KENNEDY

THE City of Greater Bendigo will put forward funding applications for the RSL Memorial Hall upgrade and the Bendigo Tennis Centre redevelopment worth a combined $3.7 million, in next week’s submissions to the federally funded National Stronger Regions Fund. Greater Bendigo has been well served in the two previous rounds of NSRF, with the Bendigo Airport

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City seeks $3.7m in national funding and Greater Bendigo Indoor Aquatic Leisure and Wellbeing Centre projects receiving $5m and $4.885m respectively. Nationals senator for Victoria, Bridget McKenzie this week confirmed talks have been held with the City of Greater Bendigo to finalise

the two applications. Ms McKenzie spoke with mayor Rod Fyffe, City of Greater Bendigo acting chief executive officer Darren Fuzzard and planning and development director Prue Mansfield. Council will make the applications to the NSRF in partnership with

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the tennis centre and RSL. “These are great projects for Bendigo and I am strongly supporting both of them with representations through letters of support to the NSRF,” Ms McKenzie said. “The tennis complex is seeking $2m through the fund while the

Bendigo Soldiers’ Memorial Institute Revitalisation Project is applying for $1.7m,” senator McKenzie said. The Bendigo Soldiers’ Memorial Institute built in 1921 is of considerable significance to Bendigo. It was funded by public subscription and built as a permanent memorial to all those from Bendigo who served in World War I. Today it houses one of the most significant military history museums outside of Canberra.

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Growth plan develops THE City of Greater Bendigo is working on an Urban Design Framework for the Strathfieldsaye Town Centre to guide future development as the town grows and doubles in population over the next few years. Council’s Trevor Budge said the UDF will establish the form and layout of the town centre, landscaping, public space and how the town centre will progressively develop to retain the features that the community highly values. It will focus on the town centre and the area along Strathfieldsaye Road/Wellington Street. “The population of Strathfieldsaye is forecast to grow from an estimated 5700 in 2016 to more than 13,000 by 2036 and how development is accommodated will influence the feel and character of the town,” Mr Budge said. “There has been growing concern about traffic and safety and retaining the rural setting and all these issues will be examined as part of the development of the UDF, which in essence is all about designing the heart of Strathfieldsaye.” To assist in its preparation, the council will hold a series of community workshops later this month: They are Sunday, March 20, from 2pm to 4pm Main Hall, Community Hub, and Tuesday, March 22 from 6.30pm to 8pm, at the same venue. “The council encourages everyone to attend these informal sessions to let us know what issues and opportunities you see for the town centre and main street of Strathfieldsaye,” Mr Budge said. “In addition an online survey at www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Strath-

fieldsayeUDF will be available until April 1, focussing on the question: How do you see the future of Strathfieldsaye Town Centre?” A NEW study by Mortgage Choice has found almost one in four Australians have a financial buffer of more than 12 months’ wages in their mortgage. According to the 2016 Money survey, 23.4 per cent of respondents are not only up-to-date with their mortgage repayments, but they have the equivalent of at least 12 months’ wages sitting in their offset account or paid off their loan. By comparison, in 2015, only 13 per cent of respondents said they were in the same financial position. Mortgage Choice chief executive officer John Flavell said it was pleasing to see so many Australians are building a significant financial “safety net” into their mortgage. “Contrary to popular belief, it is becoming more and more apparent that Australian home owners are feeling pretty confident about their finances and are making financial decisions that reflect this confidence,” Mr Flavell said. “The survey found that the vast majority of mortgage holders are ‘very comfortable’ managing their debt. Of course, this data is hardly surprising when you consider that interest rates are currently sitting at 60 year lows, resulting in significantly lower mortgage repayments for most home owners. “Of the respondents surveyed, 83.3 per cent said they were either making additional mortgage repayments each month or had a decent amount of savings stored in their offset account.”

NEW HIGHS: Strathfieldsaye is set for growth. With interest rates so low, Mr Flavell said now was the perfect time for mortgage holders to ramp up their mortgage repayments or plug more money into their offset account. Across the nation, borrowers in Victoria and New South Wales had the biggest financial buffer in their mortgage, with 27.4 per cent and 26 per cent respectively stating that they have more than 12 months’ wages in their home loan. Western Australia was not far behind, with 24.3 per cent stating that they had more than 12 months’ wages in their mortgage, while 19.8 per cent and 19.5 per cent of respondents in Queensland and South Australia were in the same position. “It is interesting to note that Victoria and New South Wales are the front runners in this particular field, given that property prices (and therefore mortgages) are among the highest in the country,” Mr Flavell said. CARPENTRY apprentice Jack Shay from Maryborough was named the Master Builders Bendigo section Apprentice of the Year at the All Seasons Quality Resort Bendigo on Wednesday night. He was among four apprentices from the Bendigo region to be recognised for their dedication, skill and hard work. The other three winners tonight were Employer‐Nominat-

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BENDIGO rail commuters have again been left high and dry after the state government announced an updated V/Line timetable this week. The service plan the government introduced while in crisis mode during February – as maintenance issues threatened its entire VLocity train fleet – has been replaced by a timetable eliminating 43 train replacement coach services. Every Ballarat line peak service will be reinstated, as will all but two Gippsland line peak services. Bendigo however, has only had one replacement coach rein-

stated to become a train service, with six peak services per day continuing to run as road coaches – more than half the 11 total daily peak services on the Bendigo line. While the government claims the services have been reinstated faster than expected under stage one of the V/Line Service Restoration Plan, Bendigo line commuters will reap less benefits than travellers on any other line. Minister for public transport and member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan told the Weekly that more peak services would be reinstated next month. “The restoration of services is about getting the most passengers back on trains and balancing the impacts of the ongoing issues

affecting regional services,” she said. “The busy peak morning service to Bendigo will be back on the tracks on March 21 and there will be further trains returned to service in April.”

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that the Geelong line will still have 10 daily services operating as coaches from 21 March, where the Bendigo line will have just six. Compare the 107 daily services that run on the Geelong

Travel will continue to be free for passengers on the remaining coach replacement services

A statement to the Weekly from Ms Allan’s office said this week that the decisions on which services to reinstate were based on maximising the number of patrons who could be returned to trains across the network. Ms Allan’s office also said

corridor (54 to Melbourne, 53 from) to the 42 on the Bendigo line (20 from Bendigo, 22 to Bendigo including an extra late Friday night service) and the numbers still don’t stack up in Bendigo’s favour. The 5.07am Bendigo to

Hatters ready for the relay Bendigo’s annual relay for life will kick off at La Trobe University’s athletics track in Flora Hill on Friday, April 15. The event celebrates cancer survivors and honours those lost to the disease while fundraising to support medical research and support services for those undergoing treatment and their families. About 343 participants are gearing up for the overnight event which sees teams complete a relay style walk or run, with a member of each team remaining on the track over a 24 hour period. Veteran local team the Mad Hatters will be out in force with their vibrant head wear. Their key fundraiser will see the Bendigo Stadium donate 50 per cent of the cost of any main meal bought on Wednesday, March 16 to the cause. Spokeswoman Paige Cartwright said her participation started after her mum was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2008. While her mum is now in remission, other family members have since been diagnosed with other forms of the disease. “We support the relay for life because the funds raised support research into all types of cancers, even those less common,” she said. To RSVP, or donate to the team visit www.madhattersforacure.weebly.com

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Southern Cross, 6.22am Eaglehawk to Southern Cross, 7.21am Kyneton to Southern Cross, 4.25pm Southern Cross to Eaglehawk, 5.04pm Southern Cross to Kyneton and 5.31pm Southern Cross to Epsom services will all still be serviced by coaches. “Travel will continue to be free for passengers on the remaining coach replacement services, with full restoration of services still on track for the middle of the year,” Ms Allan said. The final report into the cause of the faster than normal wheel wear, along with the review of the operational capacity of V/Line, are both due for completion later this month, according to the state government.

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Nationals MP Damian Drum wants the state government to use part of the proceeds of the sale of the Port of Melbourne to provide new trains and services for the Bendigo line. The Nationals refused to pass a bill to lease the Port of Melbourne until the government agreed to return at least 10 per cent of the proceeds to transport projects in country Victoria. “The sale of the port is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to put new rolling stock on the Bendigo line to improve the comfort, reliability and frequency of the service,” Mr Drum said. He said The Nationals’ support for the sale was conditional on it benefitting all Victorians, not just those who live in metropolitan Melbourne. He said the government had estimated the port’s value at between $6 billion to $7b, which meant – under The Nationals’ demands - around $700 million will be invested into transport projects in country Victoria. “The Nationals leader Peter Walsh has worked very hard to achieve this, and Bendigo should be at the top of the list,” Mr Drum said. He said Mr Walsh was adamant that country

Victorian should see a return of at least 10 per cent from the sale of the Port of Melbourne. “Country Victoria would never have seen a cent of this money if it wasn’t for Peter’s dogged determination to ensure we got a fair deal.” Mr Drum said the government had tried everything to get the sale through

The sale ... is a once-in-alifetime opportunity without returning anything to regional Victoria. “Food and fibre from country Victoria makes up the bulk of exports through the port yet Labor intended to invest all of the proceeds from the sale into Melbourne,” he said. “Before agreeing to our terms, Labor threatened to devalue the port by bypassing Parliament, it threatened to trigger an early election but at the end of the day, Daniel Andrews needed our support and he had no choice but to begrudgingly meet our demands.”

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WOW FACTOR: Marilyn look-alike Rebecca Clark strikes a pose for the Bendigo Art Society.

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Kick off for minibeasts CREEPY crawlies are set to take centre stage at the Discovery Centre. The centre sought stronger communities grant funding for a Minibeasts at Discovery project. This will expand their interactive exhibition to include a themed

Bendigo has signed up to become a WEAVE 100 community and has weaved 10,000 stars through a working group of the Safe Community Forum. Following a launch on Wednesday, stars made by the Bendigo community are now on display in the foyer of the Bendigo Bank, Charing Cross and will stay for two weeks. The One Million Stars project was born out of the murder of Jill Meagher and the grief and anger that followed her death. What began as a personal response for Maryann Talia Pau to a local tragedy is now growing and reaching people across Australia. The journey began by Maryann doing something she was passionate about - weaving, she decided to weave stars as a way to bring more light into the world. “It’s a reminder that we need to hold onto hope and courage to end violence in our communities, including violence against women,” she said. The stars will be sent to Maryann to become part of the One Million Stars installation in Queensland in 2018. Bendigo has reached its 10,000 stars but is continuing to weave stars for the One Million Stars installation in 2018.

It puts icing on the school holiday program cake zone where visitors will be able to explore and interact with Australian invertebrates. Federal member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters said the $13,000 grant is the first of 10 recommended for the region. “The Discovery Centre now has the green light to complete the new exhibition and I look forward to its unveiling,” she said. “It will help spark an interest in science for local students and will be

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The opening of the Bendigo Art Gallery’s Marilyn Monroe exhibition has the city buzzing, including the gallery’s director Karen Quinlan. “I’m really pleased with the first week,” she said. “The public’s response has been extremely positive and all of the commentary we’re hearing is that they’re having a great experience. “The gallery is not overcrowded, and there’s an even balance between moving images and two and three dimensional imagery. “We’re also finding people are spending a lot of time reading the chronology and the time lines, which informs their overall experience. “In terms of numbers, the first day we had close to 1000 which is fantastic and the rest of the week has tracked really well, very steady, so we couldn’t be happier.”

While the exhibition is wowing visitors and many of our retailers are following up on the theme of glamour, the Bendigo Art Society is doing its bit to celebrate the Marilyn theme. At this month’s meeting the society entertained a rather special life model – a MariIyn Monroe look-alike. Rebecca Clark wooed the artists with her fabulous impersonation, inspiring them to paint or draw Marilyn’s image. Bendigo Art Society spokesperson Pamela Vine said Rebecca was a model who actually had the same waist size as Marilyn and height. “Dressing like Marilyn is part of her style,”Mrs Vine said. “Today was lovely. Rebecca did three poses for us, and people were really inspired.” The Bendigo Art Society meets at the Mandurang Hall every second Tuesday of the month. For inquiries, please contact Pamela Vine on 0400 857 774.

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BENDIGO’s record-breaking March hot spell came to an end yesterday, after the city recorded eight days in a row above 30 degrees. The eight-day run included a new March maximum temperature record set on Sunday, before it was exceeded again on both Monday and Tuesday. The previous record March maximum temperature at the Bendigo Airport site was 38.6° on March 12, 1998, while the all-time record at the former Bendigo Pris-

on site was 39.1° set on March 3, 1965. Bendigo recorded 39.2°on Sunday, before the mercury edged up to 39.3° on both Monday and Tuesday, but the records did not stop tumbling there. Wednesday’s overnight low of 25.8° also smashed the previous all-time record of 24.5°, set on March 4 1983. “It’s been a very warm start to March for Bendigo. The average maximum temperature recorded at Bendigo Airport during the first eight days of March 2016 is 37.3°,

more than 10° warmer than the long-term average temperature for March of 25.8° (25.5° for Bendigo Prison),” Bureau of Meteorology climatologist Jonathan Pollock said. “Although Bendigo Airport has set new maximum and minimum temperature records during the start of March 2016, the length of the warm spell is not unprecedented. March 2008 recorded 14 consecutive days of 30° or greater.” While not expected to be as extreme as the recent run of hot weather, the latest climate out-

look points strongly toward Bendigo recording warmer than average maximum and minimum temperatures for the remainder of March. April is not expected to be as warm during the day, but Bendigo is still rated as having a 70-75 per cent chance of warmer than average nights. “The outlook for March shows above average rainfall is about as likely as below average rainfall for the area around Bendigo,” Mr Pollock said. “A wetter than average April is

Women make mark at Rotary

Brighter days for Amelia It’s not every day you get a good news story like this one. Fifteen months ago Amelia McCrohan was a very sick little girl. Suffering from cystic fibrosis, her liver was failing and she was facing the long-term prospect of a lung transplant. As they watched their daughter’s health deteriorate, her parents, Glenyce and Tim McCrohan were heart broken. Their distress was compounded by the fact that at that time, under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, Amelia was ineligible to qualify for a breakthrough drug, Kalydeco. At $300,000 a year, the McCrohan family simply couldn’t afford the drug. Fortunately, after intense lobbying, the former minister for health Peter Dutton announced Kalydeco would be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme from December 1, 2015. “Lisa Chesters was a great help to us in putting pressure on the minister to have the criteria changed so Amelia could qualify for the drug,” Mr Crohan said. “Lisa made a speech in par-

likely for the area around Bendigo, however, the odds aren’t particularly high. There are stronger odds that temperatures around Bendigo are likely to be warmer than normal for both daytimes and night-times during March. “The outlook is being influenced by the declining El Niño, a very warm Indian Ocean, some of the warmest sea surface temperatures on record for this time of year to the north and south of the mainland, and low soil moisture in parts.”

happier outlook: Amelia McCrohan is responding well to her treatment. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN liament which increased that pressure.” Mr Crohan said Kalydeco targets the underlining causes of cystic fibrosis and has improved Amelia’s quality of life. Now eight, Amelia is a different girl.

“She’s been on the new drug for fifteen months and she’s wonderful. She’s gaining weight, and she’s more resilient health wise,” Mr McCrohan said. “Lung transplants usually only last five years. The initial estimates with Kaydeco is that she

will have another 19 years. “And these estimates are only going to get better. The stage two drugs are expected to come out soon and it is most likely that our girl will have an average life span. “We couldn’t be happier.”

It is now 25 years since the Rotary Club of Bendigo relaxed its rules and included women. Valerie Broad OAM was one of the first three women to be inducted into the club. Valerie, the 2016 Bendigo Citizen of the Year, is still with the club and is the president-elect for next year. The first woman president was Larrie Winzar in 2000/01 and she is again president this year. Membership chairman Peter Hyett said there are 18 women in the club with two new women being inducted to the club on International Women’s Day. “These two women will be wonderful assets to our club, with both bringing skills which will be of great assistance to the multiple programs currently offered by the Rotary Club of Bendigo,” he said. “Significantly Sei Sei Mu Thein will be the first Karen to be inducted as a Rotarian of which we are looking forward to the increasing cultural diversity. “So from only having three 25 years ago, nearly 25 per cent are women within the club and similarly on the board.” The celebrations on International Women’s Day included a cake to celebrate Women in Rotary. The Rotary Club of Bendigo’s lunch time meeting included women in rotary arranging for gifts for survivors of family violence via the Annie North Refuge. Ms Winzar said the growing number of women in Rotary is creating different fundraising events and opportunities further strengthening Rotary. “If women or men are interested in joining The Rotary Club of Bendigo, they can contact us via the website www.rotarybendigo.org.au,” she said.

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STUDENTS at Winters Flat Primary School have been rewarded for their efforts to make their school a far healthier one. The school’s submission to the 2016 Bendigo Healthbacked Healthy Schools Awards was judged the best from an impressive field of more than one dozen finalists. The students’ accompanying statement detailed how they had elected their own health leaders to promote healthy lifestyle choices, good eating habits and active participation in sports within the school community. “At Winters Flat PS we are so, so, so healthy. How did we achieve this? We signed up for the Achievement Program and have a Healthy Eating and Oral Health Policy as part of this program. This means we no longer sell ice creams, which all the kids loved,” the application read. “We also stopped selling lollies at our Christmas Fair, including Guess the Lollies in the Jar, an all-time favourite. We also stopped having any unhealthy foods or drinks for our lunch orders. This has to make us the healthiest school in the universe.” Such dramatic changes were complemented by a more healthy focus on initiatives such as the popular Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program, which teaches students how to grow and cook healthy foods. The students now make

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in the Bluearth program, PE and inter-school sports such as cross-country and netball. At lunchtimes students ride their bikes on the school’s bike track or play basketball or soccer. The school’s health leaders organise the house sports day and cross-country race. The Healthy Schools awards program was established by the Bendigo Sports Star Foundation with the generous support of Bendigo Health to promote and encourage healthy foods and better lifestyle choices among the region’s younger generation.

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healthy salads full of greens, using skills from school to teach their families to eat healthy and think healthy. The students noted that they all enjoy eating the healthy meals they make. Winters Flat Primary School also has “nude food” policy, which means students only bring food without packaging to school. “This reduces waste and encourages us to make healthy food choices. As Health Leaders we set an example for other students and promote nude food with verbal and scribed messages across the school,” the students said. They also said a key part of being healthy was being physically active. The school organises a range of sports to help all kids be fit and healthy. Students also participate

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BENDIGONIANS are urged to dig deep this long weekend to support Foodshare’s Million Meals in March campaign, designed to raise awareness of chronic food poverty. Federal member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters will lead a team of tin rattlers raising money for Foodshare on Sunday and Monday. Bendigo Foodshare operations manager Ray Butler said the group is grateful for the ongoing support of Ms Chesters. “When we called out for action to help us with finding volunteers so that we could turn the opportunity to do highway collecting at the Alexandra Fountain intersection this Sunday and Monday into a great fundraiser, Lisa was literally the first to help,” he said. “Through Lisa’s passionate call to action, we can now staff both days and now hope to add many meals towards our million meals target.” One in nine people in central Victoria cannot afford to source food for

GRANT RULE mens and ladies fashion SIGN UP: Ray Butler is rattling this weekend. Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN meals at some time each year. Bendigo Foodshare sources and distributes more than a million kilograms of food to central and northern Victorians annually. They can deliver food for 16 meals for every dollar donated. “About 30 per cent of Bendigo households live on an income of less than $600 per week,” Ms Chesters said. “Under-employment in Victoria is the highest since data was collected, and anecdotally Foodshare is being told the majority of food recipients actually have some employment in the

household. “Many residents are just one pay cheque – or bill – away from a financial emergency.” Businesses wishing to support the Million Meals in March campaign can let Bendigo Foodshare know, or order cash/coin tins or Million Meals in March posters by emailing admin@ bendigofoodshare.org.au or calling 5444 3409. Donations can be made online at www.millionmealsinmarch. com.au All donations made in March 2016 will count towards the Million Meals target.

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Time to remember 2700 Allied soldiers were moved to Sandakan by the Japanese. They were to build a military airfield. For the first 12 months conditions were bearable, but in mid-1943 a radio was discovered and security was tightened. Life became tougher for the remaining 2434 prisoners. Due to hard work and three forced marches, all bar six, who had managed to escape, died.

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Visitors from Japan

JAPANESE students and teachers from Gojo Senior High School in Nara, Japan, will spend a week visiting Bendigo and beyond, as part of a student exchange program run by Girton Grammar School. The Japanese students will attend classes at Girton Grammar and stay with host families as well as visit a number of tourist attractions in Bendigo, the region and in Melbourne. Girton Grammar established a sister school relationship with Gojo Senior High in 1992, making the exchange programs one of the longest running in regional Victoria.

Gojo has been sending a group of 10-20 students to Bendigo every March over the past 23 years. In return, Girton students studying Japanese take part in a trip to Japan during the SeptemberOctober holidays every second year and more recently, also during the summer holidays. Students visit places like Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima and have an opportunity to attend Gojo High School and experience homestay in Japan. Girton Grammar School headmaster Matthew Maruff said such visits provide great benefits.

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Banking on Sam cial support helps students with the extra costs associated with moving to the city to study. After achieving an impressive ATAR of 99.45 last year Samuel had his sights set on a Bachelor of Medicine at Monash University. But studying to become a doctor doesn’t come cheap. “Undergraduate medicine is a long intensive course with enormous costs, including Melbourne accommodation, travel and pre-course requirements that involve first aid cours-

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Stance clarified I would like to correct the misinformation contained in the letter Bendigo Weekly, March 4, from Colin Burns about my “stance” on the planned broiler farm at Fosterville. Firstly, Mr Burns’ reference to my failing in supporting my own key platform item is incorrect. I am not opposed to the 300,000bird broiler farm. I have simply advocated for local residents to ensure council’s consultation is adequate for such a big and controversial project. It hasn’t been so far. Those residents don’t think asking for consultation is “alarmist”. I welcome Colin’s comments recognising how important economic development is for this city. Lake Eppalock, for example, is one of thousands of water storages around Australia suffering as a result of climate change. I am working very closely with the lake’s tourism businesses, and other water users, such as farmers, to find real solutions to help them adapt to this new reality. In fact, I have attended every meeting of the Lake Eppalock Advisory Group, where these plans are discussed and put in place. My council campaign will continue to focus on improvement and positivity to ensure priorities in Bendigo, Axedale, Heathcote and every suburb in between are understood, issues are explored and possible solutions discussed. Yvonne Wrigglesworth, Axedale

Wrong waste Let’s all rejoice, our councillors are getting involved in the management of waste. We are all going to get hit with another increase in rates in the amount of $63, to manage organic waste. Now of course that is only the start. No doubt given our council’s propensity to poor management of our rates, the sky is the limit when it comes to these additional fees. Pity the same councillors have not been able to exercise the same enthusiasm for managing waste in the council chambers over the years, and with council elections coming up, I am sure we are going to be subjected to the usual conga line of candidates who will swear they are committed to keeping rate increases to an absolute minimum. Now, over the last 10 years or so, that turned out to be a promise that none of them were willing or able to keep. Let’s hope the management of our rubbish and green waste is not in the hands of the same people that man-

age the rubbish that comes out of town hall. Karl Helper, Flora Hill

Stand up or shut up Week after week we are seeing the same carping people going on and on with vitriolic hatred for anyone who doesn’t think the same way they do about anything to do with the City of Greater Bendigo council. These same people have been doing this for years and years, yet none of them are ever prepared to stand for council. Much easier to criticise than to actually do. In fact, it’s amazing how many “usual suspects” who use this column to criticise those putting their hands up, never actually step up and run or contribute in a positive way. I ask them: What has negativity ever built, grown or sustained? Bendigo has had a decade and a bit of remarkable growth on the back of the leaders these people continually criticise. Yes, our councillors are not perfect and I have been one of the first to criticise them, on such issues as the $30,000 seat, and council’s handling of the Hargreaves Mall redevelopment. Yes council has made some odd decisions, but at least they have had the hutzpah to put themselves in a position to actually make a decision. I’m all for free and responsible speech and for people having their right to have their say. But surely, after the same predictable carping week after week, year after year, it has to be called out. The reason we have some poor councillors is we often have poor candidates. We need to create an environment that encourages Bendigo’s best to run, not simply spew hatred at them at every opportunity. Stand up or shut up. Anthony Radford, Bendigo

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however, that her personal views are not in accordance with the track record and current in-practice policies of the Australian Labor Party. Mandatory detention and offshore processing originated in 1992 under the Keating Labor government, and subsequent policies of deterrent and punishment have been intensified by the Howard, Gillard, Rudd, Abbott and Turnbull governments. Both the ALP and the coalition permit at-sea boat turn-backs and tow-backs, a highly dangerous and traumatic undertaking for all involved, which fails to meet Australia’s obligations under international law. Both parties have participated in upping the ante on intentionally punitive, increasingly indefinite, offshore detention in remote gulags for adults and children alike, which also fails to meet Australia’s obligations under international law. Both parties are well aware that conditions on Nauru and Manus Island amount to torture, yet, they have colluded to ensure that such conditions are the accepted standard of offshore detention. Voters who want a genuinely humane, internationally legal, regionally co-operative approach to asylum seeker policy in Australia are entitled to ask Lisa Chesters: “would you be prepared to vote against your own party, with the Australian Greens, for an end to those tax-payer funded ‘prisons’ you so rightly condemn?” Michelle Goldsmith, Eaglehawk

Views out of line Federal Labor Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters, has expressed some admirable views regarding the plight of people seeking asylum in Australia, recently referring to Australian funded and administered detention centres on Nauru and Manus Island as “prisons”. Ms Chesters’ professed personal support for a humane and moral approach to immigration policy is, by now, well known, and she is absolutely correct in also stating that the staff of NGO Save The Children deserve an unreserved apology from the Turnbull government for the maliciously false accusations levelled against them. It remains an unfortunate fact,

As a regular pedestrian in and around Bendigo, I am dismayed by the standard of footpaths and walking trails in the region. A prime example is the Creek Trail that leaves pedestrians and cyclists in danger where certain sections of the trail disappear, such as the Havlin Street/Baxter Street part which is divided by McIvor Road. I am dumbfounded that there is not even a flashing light pedestrian crossing there, let alone an underpass. I am convinced it will only be a matter of time before there is a fatality there since I often see cyclists and school children racing to beat oncoming traffic. It is an incredibly difficult road to cross, especially during peak times. However, what troubles me even more is that last Friday at approximately 5pm when I was attempting to cross this part of McIvor Road just as a downpour of rain struck, not one motorist slowed or indicated for me to cross despite me waiting in the middle of the road with a pram. Are the citizens of Bendigo really that self-centred and impatient? Are they seriously so heartless to let a mother with a baby, pram, shopping, etc. wait in the middle of a busy, dangerous section of road rather than add a few extra seconds to their journey? Although I’m constantly battling motorists at clearly defined pedestrian crossings around town, this experience really struck a new low. So, with news that my husband’s

job will be relocating interstate later this year, I am pleased to be leaving behind such a very unwelcoming city and a rude, selfish community. Bendigo has potential but the mindset of locals obviously needs to change. Maggie Black, Kennington

Bring on the election Councillor Cox and the other councillors who voted against the implementation of the organic waste bin proposal are to be congratulated in their endeavour to expose the proposal for its lack of substance, and in my opinion a breach of the councillors’ Principals of Contractual Liability owed to its local community. There is a lack of costings, a lack of future planning to address the landfill problem, adding traffic to our already congested highways, and lastly the reason for the haste to implement before the next council election. What this city needs is a properly incorporated ratepayers association affiliated with the Ratepayers Association of Victoria. And we need councillors who will investigate and question, not just simply regurgitate the official line or story. There was no forward strategy or planning to resolve the landfill problem for the benefit of the community, only a cash grab, and a convoluted process which will confuse ratepayers. But, that may have been the idea. Bring on the council election. Bill Collier, Golden Square

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Carnival in our city OUR Marilyn. It’s on the tips of Bendigo’s collective tongues, and it seems this city, and a load of tourists, cannot get enough of the former Hollywood star. An exhibition dedicated to the life and times of Marilyn Monroe was officially opened by premier Daniel Andrews one week ago, but the reality is, Marilyn has been exerting her considerable influence and presence over this city for a lot longer. That incredibly large sculpture of the screen siren was installed over a few days early in February. Seward Johnson’s brilliant eightmetre sculpture of Ms Monroe now enjoys pride of place in the heart of our city, overlooking the Alexandra Fountain and across to the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank headquarters. It’s quickly become a beacon for locals, for families and for visitors to grab a must-have photo with Marilyn. The Bendigo Art Gallery has organised itself another stunning winner in Marilyn Monroe, with

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Editorial Comment expectations it will eventually become the most successful show the gallery has yet staged, under the guidance of Karen Quinlan and her talented and dedicated team. It’s one thing to have such an incredible exhibition that showcases the eventful life and times of Marilyn Monroe, but we shouldn’t overlook the fact that Johnson’s sculpture had never left the United States until the Bendigo Art Gallery asked if it could bring it to our city. Bendigo’s ability to secure such initiatives for the local community and for thousands of visitors to enjoy is commendable, and it transcends the gallery. This weekend, the Bendigo In-

ternational Madison once again takes to the track at the Tom Flood Sports Centre for a weekend of top class athletics and cycling. Now in its 45th year, this is a weekend where for a few days, a lot more people enjoy the thrill of watching world class cycling and athletics action than they otherwise would. The carnival is an icon whose reputation, among especially the international cycling fraternity, is supreme. The friendly, laid back nature of Bendigo, the local ride options, the cafes, coffee shops and the people help lure Olympic and world champions back to our city year after year. These are some of the same things local residents already know, love and enjoy. They are part of what makes our city such a great place to live. And they are part of the reason why we should all be so grateful for what we have, and for the opportunities that exist, within Greater Bendigo. Have a great weekend.

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letters Time for engagement In response to Colin Burns’ letter Bendigo Weekly, March 4, I invite him to limit his commentary to factual analysis in future. Ms Wrigglesworth has identified a number of priorities that she wishes to pursue, however Mr Burns has selectively identified just one, which he describes as “growing local business and industry”. Economic development, including jobs growth and facilitating new industry investment, must occur in tandem with rigorous quality assurance. Ms Wrigglesworth has previously highlighted the need for sound strategic planning in all future developments. Such planning would necessarily consider multiple facets of the issue in terms of their impact on the broader community, and not just those in the immediate vicinity. Ms Wrigglesworth has never stated that she does not support the proposed broiler farm. She has requested community consultation extend beyond the placing of A4 sized notices at the site. I fail to see how this constitutes “walking away from one of her key platforms” as Mr Burns claims. The inference that Ms Wrigglesworth disputes the nature of the coun-

cil’s planning scheme is unnecessary and misleading. As stated by Ms Prue Mansfield, the placement of such notices does indeed fulfill council’s responsibility. I suggest, however that in the light of recent upheaval associated with planning issues in Bendigo, perhaps council officers could be more proactive in community engagement and consultation. The issue of road traffic on and around McIvor Highway, is far more complicated than Mr Burns describes. Hopefully any steps taken to address it will rely on independent evidence instead of vague statements about “eight or nine trucks”. Kathleen Pleasants, Bendigo

Worms are the answer It is refreshing to read that the Bendigo council is trying to find a better solution for green waste. A step in the right direction. Of course their proposal still takes a truck to pick it up so that part isn’t quite so green. The best part of the proposal I see is that there will be an exemption process for those who can demonstrate that they can dispose of organic waste on

site and which I hope will mean a saving all of the proposed $63 rate hike. For those who find it a little unaesthetic to simply dig a hole and bury the stuff, be pleased that permaculture circles are forever finding solutions to problems and an easy sensible system called a worm tower can be seen at www.permaculturenews.org The worm tower is about a 100mm wide by 600mm long PVC pipe with holes drilled in one half for worms to crawl through. Bury that half in the ground, throw your compost in and cap it off at the top with a plastic cap or upside down plastic plant pot. If you buy compost worms (red wriggler, tiger worms or European night crawlers) rather than relying on the usual earth worms, it will get munched up quicker. The worm juice will fertilise the soil around, and saves making compost and shifting it to where you need it – a simple one stop compost shop. So to save the council fighting over the dilemma of how to dispose of green waste, take up their offer for an exemption, the above is a clean simple solution and even greener. Ilse Aschenbrenner, East Bendigo

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HE rise and rise of Bendigo-based alt country outfit Four Lions matches the city’s growing reputation as a music hub. “Bendigo, I think, could be the Seattle of Victoria,” says songwriter and front man Shann Lions. “I would love Four Lions to be a band our town is proud of – like we are proud of this town.” Four Lions are very much of Bendigo. The band’s name comes from a historic drinking fountain in Bendigo designed by William Vahland. The fountain consisted of four lions around its base. Their debut album is called Charing Cross and the images used throughout their artwork and promotions shout “Bendigo!” very loudly. Four Lions came together in Bendigo in late 2014 as a studio project. They started playing live in October 2015. All the band members, Shann Lions, vocals, harp, guitar, Keith MacQueen, lead guitar, vocals, Greg Perry, bass and Jordan Allen, drums, live in Bendigo. Live shows often see a fifth Lion, pedal steel virtuoso David Moore joining them. Shann Lions’ journey to Four Lions’ distinctive alt country sound has been

an interesting one. “I didn’t start playing music until I was 18 though had been listening to my brother’s record collection and was inspired by the mix of metal, punk and hip hop,” Lions said, before joking, “I was more interested in skateboarding as a 13-year-old.” “My dad listened to blues artists like Robert Johnson, BB King and Muddy Waters though I was more into the sound Jimi Hendrix made with his guitar. To this day he is my favourite guitarist.” Four Lions released their debut album Charing Cross through their own Verse Chorus Verse label in late 2015. Three singles, Twenty Seven, Brittle and Charing Cross, have come off the album – all reaching Triple J Unearthed’s Roots Chart’s top 10. Lions takes a pragmatic view of the music industry. “Recently Four Lions was offered a record deal but we knocked it back because we want full control and rights pertaining to our releases,” he said. “I don’t like the ideal of someone owning the rights to our art. “I have no doubt our second album will obtain a release – though we are only looking for a marketing and distribution deal so we can release

FOUR LIONS through Verse Chorus Verse.” Clearly a man who has taken heed of some of the tales of woe experienced by countless musicians over the years. Four Lions has a busy live schedule over the next few weeks with gigs at

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HE biennial Maldon Portrait Prize opens the day before and the Maldon Market will be taking up the theme with a colourful display of portraits produced by Maldon Primary School students on Sunday. Friends and families of students are invited to see the work on Sunday, and then go to the community centre to view the official Portrait Prize entries. Students’ mini-portraits will be displayed at the Rotunda in the centre of the Maldon Market. Coinciding with International Women’s Day and the Maldon Portrait Prize, the Maldon Market is hosting Portraits for Respect to raise awareness of violence against

the Golden Vine on Friday, March 18, Bendigo Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, March 19, Handle Bar on Thursday, March 24, in Rosalind Park on Saturday, March 26 and at the Black Swan on Sunday, March 27. Then it will be an extended break

women and children. Organisers invite everyone to have a photographic portrait taken with a statement against violence in the photo booth. “Having your photograph taken with a statement against violence is a chance to stand up and show to the whole community that violence is not ok,” Maldon Neighbourhood Centre coordinator Amy Atkinson said.

The Maldon Neighbourhood Centre is fundraising at the Maldon Market this March and is spending 12 months focusing on this issue in partnership with the Maldon Hospital. Like every month, there will be a wide variety of crafts, artisan products and gourmet produce on offer in Fountain Street and the Shire Gardens, Maldon on Sunday 13th March, from 9am to 2pm.

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OCAL band Jack And The Kids will feature alongside some of music’s biggest names at this year’s Groovin The Moo concert in Bendigo. The four-piece indie outfit was this week announced as the winners of the Triple J Unearthed competition for the sold out Bendigo leg of the festival. Eat Your Heart Out, LTC, West Thebarton Brothel Party, Oh Forest Shore and Long Shore were the other winners for the various legs of the six-show festival. It has been a busy few weeks for JATK having just released a new single entitled Real Again, and now the group’s attention turns to a busy few weeks of rehearsals. JATK joins Fountaineer as last year’s Groovin The Moo local feature act, and is sure to impress when the festival hits the Prince of Wales Showgrounds. GTM 2016 heads to Bendigo on Saturday, April 30. - Joel Peterson

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R KARL is heading our way to tell us about Great Moments in Science. The event is presented by the Discovery Science and Technology Centre at The Capital on April 18, and Karl Kruszelnicki says it’s his favourite. The show celebrates all sides of science; from sublime moments of deep thought to the most arcane and bizarre research imaginable. Just fresh off the tour SUPER SCIENCE: Dr Karl Kruszelnicki will appear at for his new book launch, The Capital. Photo: PATRICK BOLAND Dr Karl’s 90-minute show is about the fantastic fun at the same time.” things in science that will An evening show for a general entertain and enlighten. audience follows a show espeThe universe is a strange and cially for school groups where Dr wonderful place and Karl has Karl will discuss how advancing scaled the highest peaks as well science in the areas of information as turned over the pebbles to see technology, genetic engineering, what’s underneath. space travel and more will affect “We’re so excited to be bringstudents and become important in ing such an inspiring science their future careers. communicator into Bendigo,” Recommended for 12 years Discovery’s science communicator, and up, tickets for both shows are Rachel Rayner said. available through The Capital box “Science truly is for everyone. office. Dr Karl can show this and have

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ERHAPS the problem started with my concept of a personal trainer. I had in mind a film star (that was me) and a highly qualified and motivational trainer (that was him). At the very least the trainer was going to say encouraging things like, “Come on Diana, you amazing, intelligent and beautiful creature, I know you can do three star jumps. Show me how, show me now! OK show me two star jumps. OK one star jump, one star jump would be great.” Instead, on my very first visit to the gym I was introduced to Crystal, a chubby blonde girl with tats who in between inspecting her nails and chewing her hair, looked so bored I thought she would pass out. Next came an attempt at group training. Less expensive. Every time I was asked to do a push up I would do the up bit and then, when my head came to the ground, I left it there. It was so nice lying on the sweet smelling, sweat-stained floor that I started to drift off to sleep – until that is, I was rudely awakened by a fellow fitness fanatic who dobbed on me to the trainer. “She’s asleep Miss, just look at her.” For a while I gave way to a slough of despair, and ate my way up and down the take away shopping strip that is Bendigo’s High Street. None of this slothfulness is my fault, I thought. I just haven’t met the right personal trainer yet, someone who can inspire me to great things. So I tried again. I thought Rebekkah was quite good actually. She didn’t look bored and occasionally muttered

encouraging words like, “You may have put on weight but that’s because of the increased size of your muscles.” After five weeks Rebekkah greeted me with the broadest of grins. “Guess what?” she said. “I’ve lost six kilos.” But Rebekkah,” I said, “I’m the one who is supposed to lose the weight.” She didn’t care so I sacked her and tried one more trainer. I thought Kayne and I were doing just fine. If he asked me to do something I didn’t want to do, like bench presses, I would say, ”No thank you Kayne, I don’t like doing those.” He might try lunges and I’d say, ” No thanks Kayne, I don’t do lunges.” One day I was waiting for Kayne to think of something I like to do when he made a rather dramatic announcement. “I’m giving up personal training,” he said. “I say, Kayne, that’s a shame,” I said.

“You’re the first trainer with whom I’ve ever struck a rapport.” I don’t think Kayne understood what I meant but simply repeated the fact that we were no longer an item. I was a bit miffed, I must say, and told my friends how much I missed Kayne and I was sure he missed my scintillating conversation as well. It happened a couple of weeks later. I was down at the park eating dim sims and watching people run around the lake when I saw Kayne. My Kayne – with another client. “Kayne,” I shouted, “It’s me, Diana, I thought you’d given up personal training.” I tried to run after him but Kayne bolted and hid behind a tree. His client was looking a bit bewildered but not as much as me. I just couldn’t understand why Kayne would lie to me that way. - Dianne Dempsey

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WO memoirs just published by Castlemaine writer Michael Uniacke reveal an intriguing connection with Bendigo. The books, Deafness Down and Deafness Gain, tell stories about growing up deaf, and in the second book, about exploring deafness and coming to terms with it. The acclaimed writer and human rights activist, Arnold Zable, with the support of Writers Victoria’s Write-ability Goes Regional Program, is launching the books as part of Castlemaine’s Arts Open festival during the long weekend. Deafness itself is an unusual topic, and it becomes more so when Deafness Down reveals the author growing up in a family in which four out of five children were born deaf to hearing parents. And thus the Bendigo connection. The author’s father, Redmond Uniacke, was the manager of the Bendigo munitions plant during World War II. “My mother was Sheila Dunn, Bendigo-born, who with her large family grew up in Sternberg Street,” Michael Uniacke said. “She met my father, and they married at the Sacred Heart Cathedral.” After the couple moved to Melbourne, the author recalls numerous trips as a child to William and Annie Dunn’s house in Sternberg St and describes one of these visits in Deafness Down.

At the time, says Michael, very little was known about deafness. He remembers glimpses of the utter bewilderment faced by Red and Sheila as deafness appeared again and again in their young family. “We now think it was related to genetics but at the time, nobody knew that,” Michael said. “My parents were determined to treat us all as normal children.” “There was no support, and my parents had to make their own decisions.” The five children all went to mainstream schools, with the deaf children gaining assistance from visiting teachers of the deaf. Deafness Gain continues the story after Michael leaves home, connects with other deaf people, and after making his own discoveries about deafness, comes to terms with being a deaf person. Both memoirs are available for purchase from online bookstores, and also come in eBook formats. For information, visit www.tuq. pub, or email info@tuq.pub.

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Lure of the fish DESPITE low water levels, Lake Eppalock was the venue for the second round of the Central Vic Lure Casters Super Series last month with 89 entries. Barely a scale separated the top two anglers with the eventual round winner Simon Burke taking the honours from Corey Hanley by just four points. At the conclusion of the three round event Simon and Corey had landed two golden perch each, along with an undersized Murray cod and some 25 redfin between them. Local junior angler Kaitlyn Hayes also got among the prizes with a 44 centimetre golden perch. Overall anglers caught and released two Murray cod and 28 golden perch, not to mention 160 redfin. Largest golden perch went to Brad Penna with a solid 54cm fish. With only two rounds

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GOLDEN DAY: Kaitlyn Hayes won a prize for her golden perch. completed the new teams event is also proving very competitive with Brad Penna and Mark Simmons of Team B and M proving the team to beat. Further afield, plenty of small Murray cod kept 17 Bendigo Legion Angling Club members busy on the Goulburn River above Nagambie for the club’s first official trip for 2016. Despite the proliferation of undersized cod, John Rofe returned home ecstatic after catching, photographing and releasing his own PB Murray Cod with a 80cm

fish on bait. Not a bad way to initiate his new boat. Daryl Longmuir continued his previous form from December’s cod opening trip with a 62cm cod also on bait. Tim Ripper also had a memorable trip, fishing one of the area’s many billabongs and landing five golden perch around the 40cm mark casting a Jackal TN70. Round 3 is scheduled for April 9 – see CVLCSS’s facebook page or website for further details.

An added bonus from hunters HUNTING adds more than $430 million to the Victorian economy every year, and Bendigo businesses realised a boost thanks to the Wild Deer, Guiding and Fishing Expo. When last held in 2014, the expo brought 12,000 visitors into town and the 2016 event at least rivalled that figure. Many local businesses benefitted

by catering for the influx of outdoors enthusiasts. Smiths Outdoors’ owner Matt Smith agrees the Wild Deer Expo means lots of potential for local business. “When you have thousands of new people in town for an event, you have the chance to share the best Bendigo has to offer with a

OUT FOR THE HUNT: Wild Deer, Guiding and Fishing Expo organiser Peter Costin.

whole new market,” Matt said. “And Bendigo’s best is pretty much world class.” Local hunter and businessman Andrew Morris says that returning to recreational hunting in his 50s has been thoroughly enjoyable. “I shoot regularly and have been buying guns, gun safes, clothing, ammunition and accessories locally,” Andrew said. “The activity keeps me fit, keeps me from lazing in front of the TV and I help reduce the huge numbers of feral animals that can be found on every farming property we visit.” Habitat damage and stock loss are major motivators for hunting. “Feral animals like pigs, foxes, cats, wild dogs, rabbits and deer do incredible damage to our environment, to native animals and to farmed stock and crops,” Matt said. “Hunting brings more than tourism dollars to our community. It helps protect one of the things we all value most – our unique central Victorian outdoors.”

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Fragility of life URING the past weeks there has been a focus on a tragic occurrence in California Gully concerning the life of miner Lewis Crowle having perished while being wound up in a cage travelling in the mine shaft. This tragedy of a death at work was quite common during the 19th century. How fortunate that Crowle’s widow received £10 in compensation from the Johnson’s Reef Gold Mining Company and was then subsequently paid £1 per week by the company. The £10 would more than cover the cost of the funeral and the burial, however it would not be sufficient with the left over change to provide a memorial over the grave. The £1 per week was a quite meagre amount to feed and clothe a large family, very challenging indeed. For this reason many a widow would quickly try to find a working man to remarry so that she could look after her children from his income. Destitution in the greater Bendigo community was a fact of life for many in the 19th century. Death during this period was a common occurrence and it affected every age group, especially the young.

Death during childbirth was a regular event, as were stillborn babies. Large families were a given, and it was rare that all the children in one family ever reached adulthood. The population was almost inured to the expectation that the shadow of death would cast itself over a family at any time. There is no way of knowing today if people were more stoic in the past, because of the regular loss of loved ones. Today we are more isolated from this final event. In the past bodies would be frequently laid up at home before the funeral took place then the coffin lid would be closed. After the last rites were performed the family and friends, with the coffin, would proceed to the cemetery. Edward Jeffrey, the engine driver who was hoisting Crowle’s cage, had first hand experience of the death of one of his children in 1876, six years before the accident at the Johnson’s No 3. Edward Jeffrey was born at Illogan, Cornwall on January 14, 1846. His family came to South Australia and one day shy of his 20th birthday he married at Maldon, Adelaide-

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Charles Edward had died on May 12, 1876 aged five and a half and Joseph Henry passed away two weeks later. Upon the passing of Joseph Henry and only two weeks after the last child’s funeral Edward Jeffrey went to see E C Brown and his son of Eaglehawk, they being carpenters, undertakers and also conducting a furniture business. E C Brown organised the casket to be brought to the small California Gully cottage in Butler Street where the Jeffrey family lived. A copy of the account for £3/15 shillings for E C Brown’s services is reproduced here.

OR decades to come Bendigonians will remember the time when history’s most famous blonde occupied their city – and the current Bendigo Art Gallery exhibition’s accompanying commemorative catalogue is an exceptional keepsake for reading now and then passing down to future generations. Compiled by the event’s curator, Tansy Curtin, in collaboration with La Trobe University senior lecturer Susan Gillett and gallery director Karen Quinlan, it comprises a thoughtful potted history of the famous actress-singer’s personal life and Hollywood career interspersed with images ranging from formal portraits and promotional posters to candid snapshots and on-set stills. In her introduction Quinlan puts into context the gallery’s interest in this American icon: “In the global world in which we live, Marilyn belongs to everyone and no one.” The core of the exhibition is clothing (both on-screen and private), makeup, jewellery and documents now owned by two US historian-collectors, Scott Fortner and Greg Schreiner, and

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~ 15th March 2015 ~ The year has passed but you will stay forever in our hearts. Loved and remembered everyday. Elaine Denita, Terry & Michan Trent, William, Darcy & Ruby Roma, Peter & families

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ARTISTS Entries are being accepted for the annual

Bendigo Rotary Easter Art Exhibition Entries officially close

Friday March 18, 2016 To enter go to www.bendigorotaryeasterartshow.com or contact Brian Figg Tel: 0428 133 384 or email: brianfigg@hotmail.com

FROM THE BIBLE ISAIAH 53:6 We all like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way, and the LORD has laid on Him the iniquity of us all. He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth.

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Backhoe Trenching Post Hole Borer

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HANDYMAN SERVICE Home Maintenance & repairs. Phone Will 0434 089 335.

Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping

TV Tuning from $40

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Bobcat & Tipper Hire

Sherlock Soil Works Excavator Bobcat Tipper

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

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

ANTENNAS

TILER

1300 558 385

BOBCAT / EARTHMOVING

Registered Licence No. 47315

PLASTERING

141 High Street, Kangaroo Flat www.southerncrossblinds.com

Servicing all of Central Victoria • Pensioner discounts available

RENDERING/SOLID

TILING

PHONE/FAX 5447 9011

Nathan Maber 0407 972 717

PLASTER

THE MAINTENANCE MAN Prompt & reliable service, done with honesty & pride. Small jobs a specialty, free quotes Phone Ian 0417 337 424

Southern Cross Blinds & Awnings

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

bendigotemptech@hotmail.com

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

NJH Solid Plastering 15 years experience, no job too big or small, Servicing Bendigo & surrounding areas Ph Nick: 0400 102 046

BLINDS & CURTAINS

Evaporative coolers should be serviced at least ONCE PER YEAR in order to work efficiently. Make sure you stay COOL this summer!

0448 713 499

Home maintenance & Repairs. Call Matt: 0418 392 559

ABN 45791848516

AIR CONDITIONING

5446 1422

Floors, Walls & Waterproofing Ph Pat 0497 786 912

by Jordan Ramage For all Outdoor Improvements Ph 0434 933 277

TempTech

PJ TAYLOR

COOLROOM FOR HIRE

LANDSCAPING

BENDIGO

Holes Patched Renovations • Painting

0499 600 578

HANDYMAN

$70 Air-Con Service

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Driveways, Paths, Sheds. No job too small Free Quotes Dennis: 0427 858 081

Mobile Coolroom PH 0418 306 548 or 0428 100 770

• Installation Refrigeration • Maintenance & Airconditioning • Service & Repair

PANEL BEATING

EXPERIENCED LOCAL PLASTERER

0408 699 979 tcerefrig@gmail.com ABN: 32487934730

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

PLASTERER

Taylor

T.C.E

ABN: 62 094 744 216

BLOCKED DRAINS

MTV PAINTING AND ROOF RESTORATION

AIR CONDITIONING

GARDAM E X C AVA T I O N

0418 508 993

Licenced drainer 31741

CARPENTRY

C CARPENTRY & MAINTENANCE M TRADE QUALIFIED CARPENTER

Jack Hando 0467 642 504 Carports Concreting Renovations Decks & Verandahs

Tiling Retaining Walls General Handyman Fix Ups

General Maintenance & Carpentry Smaller Paint Jobs Pruning of Small Trees Small S al Concrete Works Sm & Retaining Walls

Trevor 0438 498 445 TC’s ’s sH Home ome maintenance ABN 62110627991

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Services Offered CLEANING SERVICES

FENCING / GATES

ALL CLEANING SERVICES

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HOME MAINTENANCE

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

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CALL FOR YOUR FREE QUOTE

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All work guaranteed, and fully insured

MOBILE BATHROOMS

GARDEN SERVICES

Call David/Bronwyn

0438 083 139 www.bettabathroomhire.com.au

COMPUTERS

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

NO JOB TOO SMALL

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

JAGER I.T SECURITY • IT Helpdesk • Commercial • Anti-Viral • Networking • Custom Builds • Repairs Pensioner discounts available

• Removal of hard rubbish and garden waste • Rental clean ups/clean outs • House sale garden makeovers and maintain for sale • Big and small area mowing • Weeding and weed spraying • Trimming and pruning • Fallen timber and chainsaw work • Pick up & delivery and spreading of mulch, stone etc. • Little Tipper/Drive - Hire

FITNESS EQUIPMENT SERVICE

Call Jake on (03) 5447 0262 or 0455 446 964 info@jagersecurity.org • www.jagersecurity.org

COMPUTERS PRO-FIT TREADMILL REPAIRS AND SERVICE MOBILE SERVICE AVAILABLE I COME TO YOU

Best onsite support of Apple products in Bendigo. Helping your iPhone, iPad, MacBook and iMac work seamlessly.

SPECIALISTS IN ALL MAKES OF TREADMILLS AND GYM EQUIPMENT - 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE - CAN ALSO ASSEMBLE ANY NEW EQUIPMENT CALL BRENDAN ON 0408 539 134 E: SERVICE@PRO-FITBENDIGO.COM | W: WWW.PRO-FITBENDIGO.COM

Set up • Training • Support Integration • Problem solving Call Rob on 0457 803 207 or email rob@ithingsbendigo.com www.ithingsbendigo.com

HANDYMAN SERVICES

GOLDEN TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PC REPAIRS WEBSITE MAINTENANCE PC INSTALLATIONS SOFTWARE INSTALLATIONS BUSINESS IT SOLUTIONS IT NETWORKS HOME COMPUTER SOLUTIONS CLOUD COMPUTING IT HELPDESK SUPPORT PHONE TRISTAN on (03) 5400 1291 or 0418 252 166

I’m Tony

Your local Hire A Hubby from Kangaroo Flat

tristan@goldentechnology.com.au | www.goldentechnology.com.au

0438 561 257

ELECTRICIANS

Email: hahkangarooflat. vic@gmail.com

REC 4085

Geoff Williams Over 40 Years Service

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

LANDSCAPING

Jobs I specialise in: • Fascia Repairs • Installations • Rubbish Removal • Doors Windows • Garden Clean Ups • Gates & Fencing • Gutter Cleaning • Paving & Landscaping • Tiling & Painting... and heaps more, just ask!

•For all your Landscaping needs and bobcat work. • Trade Qualified

PHONE STUART 0429 181 691

Tired of Waiting for a Tradesman

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

0418 507 709RECA/H 5448 3333 7821

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FENCING / GATES

HANDYMAN SERVICES

GREG SMITH ELECTRICIAN

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

COMPETETIVE RATES • FREE QUOTES

0427 421 662 or 0427 412 575

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PH: 0418 822 911 LANDSCAPING Formally “Spider Sprayers”

PLUMBERS LANDSCAPING

Central Victoria 13 11 98

• Qualified tradesmen • Landscaping • Commercial and residential property maintenance

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

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Lic#100122

PLUMBERS

Lic# 25830

Servicing Bendigo & Central Victoria

• General plumbing, gasfitting & maintenance • HWS change over • Burst pipes • Blocked drains • Gutters & down pipes • Backflow prevention & testing Members of Master Plumbers

• Garden Maintenance & Lawn Mowing • Painting • Repairs • Renovations • Tiling • Carpentry • Fencing • Doors and Windows • Locks/Screens • Plastering & Much More

Dick 0412 646 834 Paul 0402 001 350

0448 701 138

LANDSCAPING

NIXON’S FENCING CONTRACTOR CON R& SHEEP WORK

Specialists In all types of Farm, Station, Rural Fencing & Stockyards Experienced in all Sheep work Lamb marking, Mulsing, Drenching, Back lining, & General Sheep Work including Mustering & Drafting Over 40 years Experience

OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION QUOTE, CALL TROY ON 0418 844 590 OR EMAIL T_EYOUNG@BIGPOND.NET.AU

Master Plumber

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

Phone: 0417 329 802

PAVING & LANDSCAPING by Phil Carman

9 LICENCED 9 POLICE CHECKED 9 PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURED 9 WORK HEALTH & SAFETY CERTIFIED

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Painter & Decorator YOUR FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL AND QUALITY PAINTING TEAM FOR ALL TYPES OF PAINTING

PAINTERS / DECORATORS

LANDSCAPING

iThings Bendigo

Electrical Installations

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

www.cwls.net.au

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Services Offered PLUMBERS

ROOFING

SPOUT CLEANING

John Cross

Plumbing Established in Bendigo for over 30 years

New homes Ren nov vat atio a tiio ions ons Renovations

Maintenance Hot water repairs Gas fitting Free Quotes LIC: 13869

CV Industrial Vacuum Services

Roof Restoration Roof Painting Roof Repairs

Reduce Fire Risk Spouts Vacuumed Spotlessly Pensioner Discounts Water Tanks Cleaned

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

Ph 5446 1535 www.dunstonebrosplumbing.com.au

PO Box 54, Eaglehawk

& MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Synthetic Grass

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

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

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

1300 558 385 • Tennis Courts • Synthetic Grass • Full Construction • • Acrylic Surfaces • Conversions • Granite Sand Courts • • Repairs and Maintenance • 30 Years Experience •

Peter Carr Plumbing & Gasfitting

0438 632 219

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Ian 0408 291 832 Tim 0417 138 524

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

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

0423 402 474

TILING

“You style it, I’ll tile it”

FLOOR & WALL TILING Ceramic & Porcelain Slate & Stone Waterproofing Screeding Feature Walls & Mosaic Outdoor Areas

Kyle 0421 255 044

· Tree Removal & Pruning · Green Waste & Stump Removal · Tower/Chipper/Bobcat /Tipper · Over 15 Years Experience · We Travel Anywhere · Free Quotes · Fully Insured www.juddstreesolutions.com.au

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TREE LOPPING

License No. 32710

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

544 33 999 4 Nolan Street, Bendigo

RETAINING WALLS - FEATURE WALLS CHIMNEYS - COMPLETE HOUSES See photos on our website

CM & MR ARCHBOLD STONEMASONS Father & Son Team PH 0408 198 759 or 5435 3411

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SMITHS Quality tree and Stump Removal

Tree Maintenance • Stump Mulching Hire Travel Tower • Tree Pruning and Stump Grinding • Tip Truck & Woodchipper Hire • Free Quotes

David Smith 0427 506 160 e: dsmith.trees@gmail.com

PH 5440 2514

For Sale Local Classifieds

FOR SALE

3 ANTIQUE wine glasses, 2 ruby, 1 emerald, $99 Ph 5442 1507

60'S Bed stool, Gold Velvet, Good Condition $60, ph 0466 269 948

60'S Swivel Foot Stool, Gold Vinyl Seat, GC $60, Ph0466 269 948

BED base only, single with wheels $10 Ph 5443 2045

DOG Kennel, medium size, plastic, GC $20 Ph 5442 5552

EXERCISE Machine AB Power ABB, new in box $99 Ph 5435 2310

FOR SALE

7 PIECE outdoor setting, as new $100 Ph 0418 742 963

BUFFETT & matching TV corner unit, color ivory, VGC, $75 each Phone 0407 306 446

BED single ensemble, on wheels GC $30 Ph 5443 2045

BEN 10 figures x 8 $30 Ph 0417 150 981

FENCING wire rolls x12 plain & barbed,$3 per roll Ph 5439 5544

Store Well with Stilwell

AIR/Con - Hitachi, 2HP, wall unit, GC $100 Ph 5447 8089

to suit all yourr needs!

ARMCHAIR + matching footstool, EC, $70 Ph 5442 1507

FORLE SA Containers can be custom fitted with shelves, benches, windows, side doors, electricity, insulation & air-conditioning. View containers at:

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

BARK CHIPS

Beautify your garden, enrich your soil - make into compost, control weeds, get those worms working. All good for plant life. $120 per 5mtr Deliveries Bendigo. Ph 0424 731 777

38,200 copies published every Friday classifieds@ bendigopublishing .com

FOR SALE

BABY safety gate, white, VGC $25 Ph 5443 2045

Bendigo’s most read Newspaper

(no job too BIG or SMALL for the Smith Family team)

For Sale Local Classifieds

Containers

Classifieds 1300 558 385

TREE LOPPING

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

STONE MASONS

classifieds@ bendigopublishing .com

e: acturf01@gmail.com

Thorp Tiling

Green Waste Green Waste Special

PLUMBERS

Pty. Ltd.

5448 4499

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

5444 2028

Electronic Surveillance Security NEW AND USED BOXES AND PACKING MATERIALS AVAILABLE

To advertise in this section contact our classifieds department

BENDIGO 87-89 MIDLAND HWY www.centrestateselfstorage.com

EXPERTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING

PLUMBERS

7 Days Access & On-Site

ROOFING

Phone 0408 506 159 Lic#23529

Free Use of Courtesy Trailer

* Fully Insured

ABN 90 153 695 240

SUPERIOR

Established over 35 years General Plumbing & Maintenance Gas Fitting Blocked Drains Hot Water Services

10 SIZES AVAILABLE

Ph Paul 5439 3835 or 0428 395 429

1300 300 748

E: johncrossplumbing@westnet.com.au

Don Andrea Plumbing

Services Offered

SPOUT CLEANING

Ph 0408 507 715 PLUMBERS

STORAGE

CHEVAL Mirror, 5ft high wooden, $60 Ph 5447 7050 CHILDS booster seat, hardly used, VGC $75 Ph 5447 7275

DOLLSHOUSE with wooden furniture EC $35 Ph 0417 150 981

BICYCLE, ladies, near new, retro 28", 8spd with elec motor kit $550 Phone 0405 626 521

CHOOK FEED

WOODEN Train Set blocks pull along $10 Ph 0417 150 981

$2.50 per bag .Suitable for pigs, ducks & some other livestock Phone 0411 625 972

DOUBLE Bed Mattress and Base, no marks, EC $100 Ph 0411 128 895

BOWLING Balls Kemselite plus trolley set size 2 $40 Ph 5447 0965

COCKTAIL /Coffee Table, Laminex Top, Steel Legs, GC $60, 0466 269 948

DOUBLE bed, wooden colonial style w/ mattress $50 Ph 5447 8951

BRASS Vase 62cm high, fluted top, $30 Ph 5448 4370

CRYSTAL fruit bowl, Darlington, new $45 Ph 5447 7275

ECHO Whipper snipper, fair condition, $40 Ph 0439 116 585

BRASS Vase 75cm high, fluted top, $40 Ph 5448 4370

CURTAIN fabrics, approx 50m $95 Ph 0439 116 585

ELECTRIC fry pans x2, sunbeam, very clean $15 each Ph 0408 009 185

FIREWOOD, dry seasoned, spilt h/wood, approx 20 cubic metre for $1400 the lot or $100 per cubic metre Ph 0458 223 626

FIREWOOD

Murray River Red Gum 14m Split, $1300 Ph 0429 822 816

FIREWOOD

Top quality A Grade Redgum, Split Dry $120 delivered, Special 5 metres $550 Gray & Yellow Box also available Phone 0437 120 009

FOR SALE FIREWOOD Quality Dry Grey, Red Gum & Yellow Box Del $120/m Ph 0448 186 691

FOWLERS, jars $30 for a dozen Ph 5442 5552

FRIDGES

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

FRIDGE/FREEZER Westinghouse side by side, 610L, White, EC, $800 ONO Ph Graeme 0457 825 341

GARDEN Chair Iron and Wood $50 Ph 5447 3563

GARDEN STRAW $3 per bale Ph 0411 783 679

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SIEVED TOP SOIL

WATER Purifier 8Lt stainless steel, Stefani, EC $40 Ph 5449 3295

With Manure $35 per/m delivered local 3m minimum. 6m & 10m avail. Bobcat & Excavator to hire. Ph 5446 7105 or 0428 507 846

Antique & Collectabless Centre Visit the 40 Stalls at

Bendigo Pottery, Epsom 7 Days

FOR SALE

9am - 5pm

Ph 0478 435 885

SINGLE bed with mattress & linen, Clean, EC $100 Ph 5442 5552 SLEEPERS, Railway, Good condition, x 23, $40 each Can deliver Ph 0413 711 359

FOR SALE

GENUINE hide lambswool rug 94cm Long $20 Ph 5448 4370

MIRROR 1.5m wide, 740mm high $100 Ph 0418 742 963

Compost with manures and straw mix. Can deliver Bendigo Ph 0427 304 600

GOLF clubs, ladies right hand, with buggy EC $100 Ph 0407 258 690

MOBILE Phone, unlocked, DGTEC, new $50 Phone 5447 0965

STAR Posts x15, 1.7m tall, GC $3ea Ph 5439 5544

HAY & STRAW Rolls & Little Squares. Delivery available Maiden Gully Ph 0438 373 291

MOBILITY Scooter, Pegasus 2013 model, bright red, as new, with bag carrier $2500 ono Ph 0437 009 908 or 0409 521 750

STIHL Electric Hedge Trimmer HSE42 $150 As new Ph 0447 004 363

HAY Small Square Bales, Oaten, Pasture, & Pea Straw. Delivery available Ph 0439 699 102

MOUNTAIN Bike Good Condition Must Sell $30 Ph 5447 0397

KEFIR GRAINS

$10 with instructions Ph 5442 2773

PANDORA Clip, daisy, never used $30.00 Ph 5443 4484

POSTS

KELVINATOR fridge /freezer, 2 door, $100 Ph 0447 445 684

Recycled treated pine. 8ft x 4" diametre, $4 ea Phone 0419 382 273

KITCHEN double sink, w /flick mixer $45 Ph 0439 116 585

PRINTS x3, Framed, D'Arcy Doyle, $20ea Ph 5447 7050

LG TV + Set top box, VGC $50 Ph 5442 8940

LOUNGE Suite, 3pce club style, green fabric, Bargain $300 Ph 0417 590 611

LOUNGE suite, brown leather, 3 seater couch with 2 chairs, EC, $900 Phone 0419 537 647

LUCERN HAY

Rolls $140 Small Squares $10 Ph 0419 382 273

PROTEUS multi-station weight machine, Good Condition $300 Ph 0448 403 600 RECORDS, vinyl, 33&3rd, 45's, 1960/70, GC $65 ono Ph 0408 009 185 SAFE N Sound car seat, standard approved. GC $50 Ph 5447 7275 SHELVING, new, 4 shelve u n i t , 1370mmx720x310, $60 Ph 5435 2310

FOR SALE

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

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

TERRACOTTA pots x 13, lrge, med & small $80 Ph 5442 1507

WATCH MAKER ON PREMISES Visit the shop at Bendigo Pottery Epsom or Phone John on 0405 210 020

GARAGE SALES

ASPIN GARDENS GOLDEN SQUARE Sat 8am-12 noon Tools, Outdoor Furniture, Pot Plants, BBQ and more

MORRISON STREET KANGAROO FLAT Sat 8am-3:00pm Household Items, jigsaws, washing machine and lots more

55 CHRISTIE RD INGLEWOOD Sat & Sun 8am-4pm 15ft Carribean Cobra boat & trailer, motor needs work as is. Yamaha AG bike - new batt GWO. Lrg fridge, 3/4 brass & enamle bed & mattress, single bed & mattress & general household items.

Classifieds 1300 558 385

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ADOPT-A-PET OPT A Spayed female, 5 years

LIVESTOCK

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garage, 5.3x4.9m behind Anne Caudle, workbench & power $40p/w Phone 0414 590 112

(Sauce) from $8 box Can deliver Bendigo Ph 0400 779 774

WASHING MACHINE Haier twin tub, as new $280 Ph 0424 967 711

birds, 15 months old, for sale or swap for 2 hens Phone 5443 2189

FOR HIRE AAA-STORAGE SPACE Dble lock-up

Muckleford School Road, Muckleford 3451 Open 8:30am - 12pm & 4pm - 6pm Ph: (03) 5472 4698 • Mob: 0428 882 411 E: info@jeralee.com.au • www.jeralee.com.au

LIVESTOCK

Buy/Sell/Repair All types of clocks & watches

TOMATOES

Lawn soil $30 p/m Garden Soil $40 p/m, includes local delivery 4, 6 and 10m avail. Garden rocks also avail. Phone 0418 306 548 or 0428 100 770

SILKIES

BUDGIES $10, Bendigo Area Ph 0428 111 866

The Time Gallery

TELSTRA Android Mobile phone, New, $70 Ph 0408 361 001 TENT, GEO4 Large rooms and chemical toilet. 2 large ground sheets $350 Ph 0422 632 998

Boarding Kennel & Cattery

ROOSTERS x2, Very nice

SUITCASE, Antler, with cosmetic bag, EC $30 Ph 0408 009 185

LIVESTOCK

CASH

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

WANTED TO BUY

LOUNGE Suite, leather, 2x2 seaters and 1 armchair, burgundy, GC $500 ONO Ph 0407 842 684

TOP SOIL

Cat Enclosures

WIRE tree guards x9, 1.75m h x 80cm w, $3ea Ph 5439 5544

STOVE, Chef, Upright, natural gas, white, clean and good working order $350 ONO Ph 0417 850 844

TEACHERS Desk $150 ea Ph 5443 1471

POULTRY

Point of Lay, Young & WESTINGHOUSE Upright, healthy Young & 300ltr, frost free freezer, OLD keyed safe, Ph 0428 healthy from $15 EC $150 Ph 0432 517 435 949 each Ph 5436 1373 223

SOIL

TALLBOY, 6 drawers, timber, EC bargin $45 Ph 0408 590 830

WANTED TO BUY

WATER TANK - Round 5,000L, inc pump & fittings $600 Phone 0424 967 711

SLEEPING bags x 2, small, Columbia, EC, $10 ea Ph 5447 7050

FOR SALE

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Meet Roxy, she is such a lovely girl and is the biggest smooch loves to sit on your lap and snuggle into you. She has lived with another dog before so would be happy to share her new home with another older male dog she has also lived with cats and children as well. She will not be suited to a rural property .

Rottweiler Neutered male, 6 years

Handsome man Bruno is a huge bundle of love. So affectionate and loving. He is social with other cats but only happy in their company, not social as in playing. He would be a wonderful companion for someone looking for a cat that has grown out of their kitten playful years.

Bruno DMH

LOST YOUR DOG OR CAT?

THE RSPCA IS THE POUND FOR THE BENDIGO CITY COUNCIL.

5441 2209

Piper Lane, East Bendigo

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

We are always appreciative of any donations of bedding and food for the shelter animals. If you can help in any way, please drop any donations into the shelter at Piper Lane, East Bendigo.

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SKI-BOAT Shipiro craft clinker hull, v8 307 high pole & Ski gear, $7600 ONO Ph 0499 072 155

CARAVANS & TRAILERS

AEROLITE Poptop 14ft, tows well, stove, fridge, full sized annex in good order, Reg til 4/2016 $5000 ONO Ph 0417 850 844

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Lake makes a splash SEAN Lake capped off a weekend to remember last Saturday, when he took out the 2016 Oceania Cycling Championships road race at Emu Creek to add to his time trial crown. Lake blitzed the field in searing conditions after a brilliant climb over Mount Alexander, taking the crown ahead of Brendan Canty and Mark O’Brien. Shannon Malseed did a double of her very own earlier in the day, scooping the elite and under-23 women’s crowns. The 21-year-old took line honours over Jessica Mundy and Lisen Hockings, and her race plan worked to perfection. “I came in today pretty relaxed,” she said. “(I) didn’t have too much expectation but knew I wanted to get a head start in front of Kat (Garfoot) and Ruth (Corset) and all those good climbers.” Lake said claiming the road race and time trial double was a huge honour. “It was super special to

get the double,” he said. “It was a good surprise coming out with the road race and it was a really tough race, which makes it even more special.” In the under 23 men’s race, West Australian Michael Storer won by two minutes and forty-three seconds ahead of Chris Harper and Cyrus Monk in third. “It was a lot harder race than I expected,” Storer said. “It reminded me a lot of the junior Tour of Flanders. There’s a lot of attacking the whole race and never really off, always on. The heat was another hard element so one of the hardest races I’ve done.” Garfoot took women’s time trial honours on Thursday before Chloe Moran and Kiwi James Fouche were crowned junior road race winners on Friday. MAKING WAVES: Sean Lake. Photo: CYCLING VICTORIA

Beating the heat TENNIS Victoria’s 2016 Premier League competition kicked off in Bendigo on Sunday, with players battling extreme temperatures for the series’ opening round of matches. The Bendigo Tennis Association hosted the first round of the men’s competition, with officials monitoring temperatures as they edged towards 38 degrees. Home of the Country All Stars, the only regional team in the competition showed they are legitimate contenders with an emphatic five rubbers to one victory against Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club, moving them into equal first on the ladder. In other men’s matches, defending champions Grace Park Hawthorn started the season strongly with a commanding five rubbers to one victory against Bundoora while the number one preseason ranked team Kooyong Lawn defeated Dingley in a thriller by just three games.

“It was a strong start from the Country All Stars in our first up match,” BTA executive officer and All Stars team manager Leon Retallick said. “With quite a young team we knew it was important to get the season off to a good start. It was very pleasing to get

HOT SHOTS: Premier League tennis made its return to Bendigo last weekend. Photos: JOEL PETERSON.

four singles wins, with Adam Lasky’s win over Aaron LeederChard a highlight of the afternoon in a tight match.”

Mornington Tennis Centre hosted the women’s opening round, with the number one preseason rated team MCC

Tennis showed why they are league favourites overcoming Kooyong Lawn in a thriller, despite missing key players Zoe Hives and Jaimee Fourlis. Round two was played last night with the men’s super round at Dingley and the women’s super round at Royal South Yarra Lawn TC.

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Lady Braves in team limbo THREE weeks out from the SEABL season, it is time to start asking some serious questions about the Bendigo Lady Braves. The club’s season begins on April 1 with a clash against arch rivals Ballarat. The Ballarat Rush side, coached by Braves legend David Flint, will almost comically have more Bendigo Spirit players (four) than the team that hails from the same city as the Spirit (three). Bendigo’s men side has finalised its roster, introduced its imports and has been making announcements for months as well as playing preseason games at the weekend. Credit to Braves coach Ben Harvey for getting his side of things up and running, albeit with the sad news Kevin Probert will not play a part for the Braves this season. On the Lady Braves side of things, there has been nothing. Bendigo Lady Braves coach Jonathan Goodman was contacted by the Weekly several weeks ago to discuss the club’s plans and was contacted again this week. At the time of going to print, he had not responded to either request for comment. The club’s roster is still not finalised, as is likely the case with other clubs at this stage of the season. Those clubs, however, have at least managed to announce one or two signings. The Weekly understands Elyse Penaluna, Kelly and Andrea Wilson and Jane Chalmers will all be in Lady Braves colours this season, but the roster beyond that is a mystery. Goodman is a full-time employee of the BBA as its director of coaching, and has been in the system for years throughout all levels of the sport. Yet his side plays in three weeks and at this stage has no players officially announced. While the Braves played three warm-up matches last weekend and have been training for weeks, the Weekly understands the Lady Braves are yet to have a session together. Penaluna has undergone knee surgery after an injury during her WNBL campaign with Melbourne, likely rendering her less than 100 per cent when the season begins, and along with Kelly Wilson could miss time due to Australian Opals duty. Conceding four Spirit players to Ballarat is a blow on the surface, but can be at least partly attributed to the connection with those players and Spirit assistant Flint. Molly Mathews is a Ballarat local, while Joy Burke and Ashleigh Spencer will also head to the Rush. The loss of Bendigo local and 2015 Lady Braves captain Kerryn Harrington is undoubtedly the most damning of the new Rush signees, but it isn’t the first time that the Lady Braves have failed to retain the services of one of their stars. Players are free to play where they choose in an opportunity that serves them best, and the SEABL’s restricted player rules do not allow for a great deal of flexibility with recruiting. The relationship between the Braves’ controlling arm, the Bendigo Basketball Association and the independent Spirit has always been rocky, but has improved marginally in recent times. However the Spirit remain little more than a tenant at Bendigo Stadium, with not a great deal of tangible support as the BBA chooses to essentially run its own race. With International Womens Day on Tuesday, the spotlight was rightly on gender equality in every walk of life. Things are changing at Bendigo Stadium, with the redevelopment of the facility ramping up. But the current Lady Braves situation leaves little doubt that continued development is required inside the building as well to bridge gaps that, if anything, seem to be widening. Joel Peterson Twitter:@joelbpeterson

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Annette in top gear By JOEL PETERSON

WORLD track champion Annette Edmondson headlines an elite field of cyclists competing in the Bendigo International Madison carnival this weekend when she lines up in Saturday’s Innes Motors Women’s Madison. The 2015 world champ comes to Bendigo fresh off a courageous fifth in the women’s omnium at the World Championships in London, just two weeks after being hit by a car while training in Adelaide. Edmondson joins a star studded lineup of cyclists to hit Tom Flood Sports Centre over the weekend, alongside the likes of Glenn O’Shea, national road champion Jack Bobridge, defending madison winners and national champions Callum Scotson and Dan Fitter and 2014 champs Sam Crome and Roy Pieters.

Bendigo International Madison committee member and former madison winner Scott McGrory said Edmondson’s commitment was a huge coup for the event. “I think it is an absolute privilege for us to have someone of Nettie’s credentials and approachability racing here in Bendigo,” he said. “She is fiercely competitive, but is also one of the most well-liked riders in the peloton and a great ambassador for the sport. “There aren’t too many women’s madisons in the world and the form of racing suits her so well with her all-around ability, so it will be a real thrill to watch her on Saturday.” While she may not have defended her world title in London last week, it was a gallant effort from the twenty-four-year-old which saw her remain in the medal hunt well into the closing stages of

the final event. “It could’ve been a lot worse,” Edmondson said. “I had to keep that in mind and I’m also racing for Australia. It’s a world championships. “I’ve got the opportunity to line up and try and make the most of each race. You want to do those stripes justice.” Edmondson will join her team mates on the road to Rio at track endurance squad camp in April after she competes in Bendigo. “The women’s track endurance program, we’re in a positive mindset because we know we were going really well, but we just have to work out what it was that went wrong (in London),” she said. “It’s been a bit of a mixed bag but we are on track and at the end of the day it’s five months time that’s going to be the big one.” The women’s madison gets un-

SPEED QUEEN: Annette Edmondson is headed to Bendigo. Photo: CYCLING AUSTRALIA der way at 8pm on Saturday night as part of a jam-packed program of cycling and athletics, including the women’s black pearl 400-metre athletics showdown. Sunday’s feature athletics

events include the 400m black opal, the women’s 120m classic, the Bendigo Thousand 120m race and the McCaig/Daikin Air Conditioning-backed madison from 8pm.

All star drivers in town SOME of the best drivers from around the world will converge on Lords Raceway tonight for the inaugural International All Star Drivers Series event in Bendigo. Five local drivers will represent Harness Racing Victoria in the penultimate leg of the series, while five star international reinsmen will make up the World team. The series will culminate on Great Southern Star night at Tabcorp Park Melton on Saturday night. Representing Victoria will be Chris Alford and Gavin Lang (over 5000 wins each), Greg Sugars (over 2000 wins), Kerryn Manning (world record reinswoman) and Jason Lee (two-time Concession Driver of the Year). The World team will be made up of New Zealand pair Dexter Dunn (current World Driving Champion) and Anthony Butt (seven-time A.G. Hunter Cup winner), Canada’s Yannick Gingras (the number one driver in the USA and the biggest name in the sport worldwide) and leading

US drivers Brett Miller and Corey Callahan. “This is going to be great. I’m so excited to be heading to Victoria for the first International All Star Series,” Gingras said. “There will be no holds barred out there and I’m really looking forward to getting on track, as I imagine all the guys will be.” The International All Star Series saw the stars head from Melton on Monday to Echuca before heading to Maryborough and Ballarat before heading back to Melton after Bendigo for the series finale. There will be four International All Star Series races on each night except the final meeting, the Great Southern Star, when there will be just the one. In addition to attending the trots around Victoria the drivers will also be getting involved in a range of community events, sending the harness racing message to the masses. “The Victorian industry will garner worldwide attention from

IN CONTROL: Bridgewater’s Josh Hann. BIG GUN: Yannick Gingras. this series,” HRV CEO John Anderson said. “It will engage young people right across the state and trots fans will be able to meet their heroes in person, which will be great for the promotion of the industry.” Friday’s race meeting at Lords Raceway gets under way at 6.25pm.

East set for big one BENDIGO East’s quest for back-to-back Bendigo Pennant Bowls titles goes on the line on Sunday, when the Magpies come up against Bendigo in the division one grand final. Bendigo East has remained atop the table for the better part of the season, taking all before them, and enjoyed a week off while Bendigo defeated Eaglehawk by six shots in last weekend’s preliminary final. When Bendigo and Bendigo East met in the semi final two weeks ago, East took a narrow five-shot win after Marc Smith dominated in his rink. Bendigo’s win was not without controversy last weekend, but the 16/98 to 2/92 victory was keyed by Barry Anset’s nine-shot win over Frank Byrne. Tony Ellis was the only

Bulls in control of ULCA decider THE Bridgewater Bulls are closing in on the first cricket premiership in the local region, when they take a commanding advantage into the final day of the Upper Loddon Cricket Association grand final tomorrow. The reigning ULCA premiers built a huge lead against Wedderburn Band Cricket Club on day one, Luke Harrison and Jake

McLean each making centuries as Bridgewater complied 363. McLean’s ton came as part of a huge 126-run stand with Nick Stagg for the final wicket. The Bulls then bowled Wedderburn out for just 150 before making 2/92 at stumps on Sunday. The three-day final gets under way at 10.30am on Saturday at Newbridge’s Riverside Oval.

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IN THE HUNT: Bendigo’s Ian Ross. Photo: JOEL PETERSON skip whose rink was a winner on the day for Eaglehawk, prevailing 28-19 over Andrew Brown. Ian Ross took a narrow win over Simon Carter and Tim Arnold managed to defeat Ken Rusbridge despite being at the centre of the furore that threw the clash into chaos. Sunday’s division one grand final will be held at Eaglehawk’s Kelly Green on Sunday.

Division two through nine grand finals will be held on Saturday at various venues. In division two Bendigo East plays Bendigo at Kangaroo Flat (front green), Marong tackles Harcourt in division three at North Bendigo (top green), South Bendigo’s Sherman green plays host to the division four matchup of Eaglehawk and Heathcote and division five sees an all-Loddon

matchup of Inglewood and Bridgewater at Bendigo East. In division six North Bendigo’s bottom green will host Marong’s clash with Bendigo, Harcourt and Kangaroo Flat meet at Golden Square in division seven while South Bendigo and Harcourt also head to Laurel Street in division eight, along with the division nine match of South Bendigo and Kangaroo Flat.

ANZAC Day will fall on Monday 25 April 2016. The Victorian Government is working with all sporting codes and the Returned & Services League (RSL) to accommodate the playing of sport on this day, whilst also honouring the significance of ANZAC Day and all those that have served our country. The ANZAC Day Act 1958 prohibits the holding of sporting events to which persons are required to pay an admission fee or make a donation in order to watch sport, without the written approval of the Minister for Tourism and Major Events. The Minister may approve the holding of sport on ANZAC Day if: • The sport does not commence before 1pm • A payment is made to the ANZAC Day Proceeds Fund in the case of the sport being held within the metropolitan area, or the RSL Patriotic Welfare Fund through the RSL State Branch Headquarters or local subbranch for sport in country areas. Clubs should contact their respective peak sporting organisation or association to seek information about submitting a request for the Minister’s approval to play sport on ANZAC Day. Following consultation with your relevant peak sporting organisation or association, applications for the Minister’s approval should be forwarded by 18 April 2016 to the: Business Manager Sport and Recreation Victoria Department of Health and Human Services GPO Box 4057 MELBOURNE 3001. Applicants should consult the local sub-branch of the RSL on the protocols, requirements and appropriate commemorative activities for ANZAC Day. Sporting events to be held on ANZAC Day that do not charge an admission fee or seek a donation from spectators, do not require the Minister’s approval. It is still recommended that the relevant clubs discuss appropriate commemorative activities that can be incorporated into their ANZAC Day sporting events with their local RSL sub-branch. For more information, please contact Sport and Recreation Victoria on (03) 9096 9836 or via email at info@sport.vic.gov.au

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Gully’s grand hopes By JOEL PETERSON

AFTER an outstanding turnaround this season, Spring Gully is dreaming of grand final glory when it takes on United at JG Edwards Oval this weekend – and has an off-field culture shake up to thank for it. The Crows finished second last in the 2014/15 season but with some heady recruiting and changes behind the scenes flipped the script this season. After some indifferent early season results Spring Gully roared into finals with a convincing win over Mandurang, before taking care of business against the Rangas for a second time last week to progress

to the decider. Despite bringing in the likes of Darcy Geyer, Saheed Akolade and Brannon Stanford, the biggest changes have been off the field, according to skipper Alex Sutton. “We worked really hard throughout the offseason changing our processes and approach and just making sure that we shored up the off-field side of things,” he said. “This season we came in wanting to make an impact. “We worked hard as a club to be a lot more professional at training and work harder on Saturdays and the club as a whole has been a much better place to be because of that.” The Crows’ bowling has been

TON UP: Brannon Stanford Photo: ANDREW PERRYMAN

their strength all season long with Sutton, Liam Pilcher, Liam Crapper and Akolade leading the charge. Gully made 184 last week, 120 of which was crafted by Brannon Stanford as he rescued the Crows from trouble. Sutton said the Crows need to see off the new ball and make a strong start. “Coming into last week our openers were averaging 110 between them, which was key to our success,” he said. “If we can get near that early and make life easier for the middle to lower order batsmen we are a good chance of batting out our 75 overs and putting a defendable score on the board.”

BDCA finals to kick off with a bang REVENGE will be on the mind of Strathdale Maristians this weekend when the Bendigo District Cricket Association’s reigning premier meets White Hills in its semi final clash at All Seasons Oval. Last time they met, in the second last round of home and away matches, White Hills bested the reigning premiers at home behind a disciplined bowling performance and a handy knock from the inform Sam Stagg. White Hills just scraped into finals last weekend, avoiding being knocked out despite losing to Kangaroo Flat as Bendigo United defeated Golden Square to sneak from fifth into third. The Redbacks this weekend take on Eaglehawk in the BDCA’s other semi final at Canterbury Park, hoping to make a dream run to a grand final spot. Strathdale comes into its clash with the Demons in form, having demolished Strathfieldsaye last round. Stagg’s patience was the deciding factor the last time the Demons

READY TO DELIVER: Bendigo United’s Jack Bouwmeester. Photo: JOEL PETERSON headed to Reservoir Road, and he along with Gavin Bowles, will be the key men for the Demons with the bat. At Eaglehawk, Bendigo United and the Borough will both need to

Braves take a hit on season’s eve THE Bendigo Braves have been dealt a blow as of the South East Australian Basketball League season approaches, with point guard Kevin Probert ruled out for the year. The club announced this week Probert would take a sixmonth leave of absence from the Braves program. The 2016 season will be the first in 10 years in which Probert has not suited up for the Braves. The loss leaves a massive hole for the Braves at the point guard spot, and is a massive blow to their title chances. “This decision was made after consultation with all key stakeholders including Kevin and his family,” a Bendigo Basketball Association

statement said. “The BBA, (Bendigo Braves Basketball Club) and (Bendigo Stadium Limited) decided that Kevin was not in a position to be able to meet the requirements of a SEABL season and in conjunction with his mental health, will take six months absence of leave from the game.” The club hopes Probert will return for its 2017 campaign. The Braves’ season tips off away from home on Friday, April 1 against Ballarat at the Minerdome. If you or anyone you know needs help, advice is available from beyondblue on 1300 224 636.

value their wickets, but BUCCs may have a trump card against Eaglehawk’s biggest perceived weakness. The knock on the Hawks all season long has been an inability to play spin bowling, and the Red-

backs have two of the better exponents of the art going around in Nick Crawford and Ben Gunn. Gunn returned to form with the bat last round against Golden Square before falling short of a half century, and BUCCs will need the likes of he, fellow opener Wayne Fidler and the evergreen Heath Behrens to see off the early danger of Eaglehawk quicks Richard Tibbett and Shaun Knott. Bendigo United has unearthed a talented young quick of its own in under-18 player Jack Bouwmeester, who bowled well against Square. Canterbury Park has been a bowler-friendly wicket all season long, and Eaglehawk has been prone to batting collapses as often as any side in the competition. It may take its bowling lineup getting through the vaunted BUCCs top order, and seeing off the likes of Riley Treloar and Leigh McDermott in after that, if Eaglehawk is to progress to the decider. Both games get under way at 1pm on Saturday, and continue into Sunday.

Tigers ready to roar THE Emu Valley Cricket Association’s form side in the second half of the season, United will aim to take its second flag in three years in this weekend’s grand final. United claimed the top prize in 2013/14, and is well-placed to do so again after defeating Maiden Gully to sew up a grand final berth. Xavier Walsh’s well-made 82 was the best for the Tigers, who turned in a disciplined performance with the ball to clinch victory. “At the start of the year we knew we had a reasonable squad and it was more about making sure we got the best out of our players,” United skipper Josh White said. “We have three batsmen with over 500 runs which I don’t think we have done in a long time as a club and we’ve also got the leading wicket taker in the competition. “Keiran Nihill has played on and off for us for a few years but to have him up and going for a full year has been huge, and Walsh has been out-

standing with the bat and behind the stumps.” United’s strength is with the bat, but the consistent Nihill, Alex Collins, Andrew Duguid and Daniel Francis provide White with a strong pace quartet at his disposal. Throw in a team as sharp and active in the field as any in the competition, and they are a deserved favourite heading into the game. “Their batting is a bit of an unknown for us because we got through them so quickly when we last played them, but Shaun Makepeace is a class act and we haven’t seen a great deal of Darcy Geyer who has made some runs,” White said. “If we can bat first and make a good start, that’s certainly what we want to do. If it happens that we have to bowl first then we will bowl tight and keep them to a score we can chase down the following day.” In division two Mandurang will play United and Spring Gully faces Maiden Gully in division three.

BIG WEEKEND FOR VETS THE Central Victorian Veterans Cycling Club will host the O’Brien Contracting Open 66-kilometre Handicap on Sunday at Woodstock Hall. The race is one of the most prestigious events on the Victorian Veteran’s Cycling calendar. A strong field has entered the event, including former Bendigo professional Tim Decker. The race starts at Woodstock and passes through Newbridge, Tarnagulla and Laanecoorie. The club is also conducting graded criteriums on Monday, March 14 at 9am at the Huntly Livestock Exchange. Entries are being taken at Woodstock on Sunday and also accepted on the day before to 8.30am. The criteriums are open to all local and visiting riders with Victorian Veterans Cycling Club memberships.

SURPRISE SIDES IN DECIDER DINGEE and Goornong will square off in this weekend’s Northern United Cricket Association grand final at Elmore Reserve. Both sides recorded upset wins in their semi finals to progress to this weekend’s decider. Andy Nisbet took 4/12 to lead Dingee to victory over ladder leader Colbinabbin, while Goornong upset Elmore behind handy knocks from openers Jesse O’Connell and Jeremy Blencowe. Saturday’s grand final will get under way at 1pm at Elmore.

FINAL SIREN SOUNDS ON VCFL THE final siren has sounded for the Victorian Country Football League (VCFL) after a motion to cancel the league was passed at the annual general meeting on March 5. The decision comes after the VCFL board put forward a special resolution to its affiliate members to close the VCFL after the successful integration with AFL Victoria on November 1, 2012. The board determined that the VCFL’s role in controlling country football in Victoria had diminished, with all operations previously undertaken by the VCFL now conducted by AFL Victoria and its Region Commissions. VCFL president Nicholas Rolfe said it was the appropriate time to close the incorporation.

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United in title pursuit SPRING Gully and United meet in this weekend’s Emu Valley Cricket Association grand final. Both sides believe early success with the bat is the key to victory. – Page 34

THE buildup to Sunday’s Bendigo Pennant Bowls division one grand final was thrown into chaos this week, following a controversial altercation during Bendigo’s win over Eaglehawk last Saturday. The last time the sides met in a grand final at Eaglehawk, Bendigo broke a 33-year long premiership drought when it defeated East in the decider. Bendigo won through to the grand final with a six-shot win over Eaglehawk last week, but that encounter came with plenty of controversy, both during and after the contest at South Bendigo. The game itself was overshadowed by Bendigo’s Tim Arnold and Eaglehawk’s Leigh Thurwood coming to blows midway through the clash. The incident, in which Arnold was alledgedly struck by Thurwood after making contact with him while following a bowl down the rink, prompted the Bendigo Bowls Division to launch an investigation. Eaglehawk also appealed the result after Bendigo players reportedly removed bowls from the rink in protest.

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