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TARRA FESTIVAL

This year’s Tarra Festival in Yarram, now going strong for 42 years, is themed of ‘A Taste of Country’ and sees the return of festival favourites: the Street Procession, Art Show, Family Fun Day and Monster Market. PLUS the Briagolong Bush Band are headlining a new concert addition to the event! Page 10

MIRBOO NORTH ARTY GRAS It will soon be arty farty party time in Mirboo North as the famous Arty Gras gears up for Mother’s Day Weekend in May. It will be a creative feast with the high calibre Art Show, eccentric Street Parade and plenty of live music to keep you entertained...

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EAST GIPPSLAND FIELD DAYS

An iconic event a century in the making – the East Gippy Field Days is huge on the East Gippsland calendar. With more than 300 exhibitors, food stalls, music & fun for the kids there’s something for everyone..... Pages 6 & 28

Scenic Eco Cruises – aboard the historic Lonsdale ferry

3 hour cruise!

Lunch & Dinner 7 Days a Week 38 Church St Lakes Entrance, Vic 3909 Ph: 03 5155 3500 Fax: 03 5155 4013 www.thelakes-scc.com.au

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Come experience the natural beauty of the Gippsland Lakes

Departs 1pm daily

Cunningham Quay – Lakes Entrance

Tel: 0413 666 638 Email: lonsdalecruises@hotmail.com

Private members lounge TAB Facilities & Keno 2 world class artificial bowls greens and facilities

(03) 5155 3578 Bulmer St, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909

www.lakesbowls.com.au

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Wellington Shire News

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Seafood Mecca THE Central Hotel in Lakes Entrance, a local landmark renown for some of the best seafood in the district, is a must try for anyone passing through town. The location overlooks part of the Lake Cunninghame Arm making it a picturesque vantage point for a fabulous dining experience. The Central is also a hub for some talented local musos who perform on Saturday nights. Their Facebook page is regularly updated with What’s On info. In addition to the family

friendly bistro and al fresco dining areas with killer views, the hotel has a relaxing Sports Lounge and Bar, a public bar, motel accommodation and function rooms. On Friday nights the pub puts on a rafﬂe, pool comp and local draw. If you’re visiting Lakes do yourself a favour and drop into the Central and sample what’s on offer ﬁrst hand. One of the Gippslander team did just that and has described his experience to the right. Central-Hotel-Lakes-Entrance

Wellington Shire News Central Hotel Food Review After a friendly greeting and being shown to our table, we learned that seafood is the speciality of the house and the Moreton Bay bugs in particular were a real treat. We ordered the Bugs and local prawns and a steak and relaxed while watching the boats on the front Lake and passers by enjoying a walk along the promenade. In a short time our bugs and prawns arrived with a very generous serve of both and we tucked in eagerly. Fresh is the word here with the local prawns a good size and very tasty. For mains, I had a Garlic Butter topped steak on a bed of fresh, crisp vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes, cooked to perfection and melt in your mouth, absolutely delicious. The wife continued with the seafood and enjoyed more of the fresh local prawns. For desert we chose a yummy sticky date pudding and a strawberry meringue that was to die for. We were very impressed by the entire experience and will be back for more!

Above: top, sticky date pudding and below the delicious strawberry meringue desserts. Above Right: Barrie Jessep performing at the Central. Circled: Juicy steak topped with garlic butter. Right: Morton Bay Bugs and prawns, a speciality at the Central Hotel in Lakes.

Sale Christian Books •The only Independant Christian Bookshop from Lakes Entrance to Berwick

•Serving the wider Christian Community of Gippsland. •Offering resources to new & experienced Christians and those wanting to know more.

•Many Out Of Print books available.

Ph: 0435 578 197

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With views of Wilsons Promontory to the front of the hotel and the majestic wind turbines and rolling hills behind, the hotel has fast become a favourite meeting place for both locals and visitors. Providing the customer with friendly service, a wide range of facilities, great value pub meals including an ever changing specials menu and a extensive wine list featuring some of the many fabulous local wines of our region.

Nanna Sally’s Sewing Service Basic Repairs @ Basic Prices Drop Off/Pickup Instore, Hemming, Button Replacement, Other Repairs By Quote,

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Wellington Shire News

Rosedale, tourism bloomer The village of Rosedale, nestled between Traralgon and Sale, is a real goer of a little town. We at the Gippslander think Rosedale should win the award for best Town Facebook page. The village uses the medium extremeley well to promote local businesses, fundraising efforts, community events (which the Facebook managers often create) and surrounding towns and hamlets. As we go to print they are up to 3,250 likes which is pretty good going for a village with a population around half that. The beneﬁts of using Facebook to create some buzz is not just limited to getting onto your Fans News Feeds. It’s also a great image archive as you can upload images at quite large ﬁle sizes, unlike websites where the aim is to keep images small so the page loads quickly, which is becoming even

more important with the increasing uptake of Smartphones. Larger images are great to have on hand for other publicity avenues like print because print needs large ﬁles to reproduce images with any sort of quality. Interesting images are a real must on social media as they increase shares and your visitors engagement exponentially. It’s a good idea to put captions on them too because you never know where people are coming from on the world wide web, it really helps create context. The energy and buzz of Rosedale is evidently attracting new business as we’ve just heard on the Rosedale Facebook grapevine that 9 new small stores are planning to open up in town. LIKE the Discover-Rosedale Facebook page and keep yourself up with the goings on.

What’s On Make it, Bake it or Grow it Market Monday Mon 21st April from 8am A regular long weekend event the Make it, Bake it or Grow it Market is a great opportunity for community groups to fundraise.

Right circled: Caked’licious are running Easter cupcake classes at the Rosedale Neighborhood House.

Easter Cupcake Class Wed April 16th with Caked’licious at Rosedale Neighborhood House Cost: $17.50 pp Contact: 5199 2595

Below: The award winning Cafe 3847 & Co. are big collectibles fans.

Easter Comp Walk the Main Street, count how many small Easter eggs are hidden in the windows. Fill in a entry form and you could WIN an Easter Hamper.

Easter goodies from Mrs. O’Neills lolly shop.

Rosedale Vintage/Retro Festival and Swap Meet Sun July 20th Rosedale will host a Vintage/ Retro festival. Classic cars, Classic caravans, market stalls, swap meet, fashions, and much more. A day to mark is your calendar. If you are interested in booking a stall just inbox on Facebook or email rosedaletourismgroup@ bigpond.com Above: The Rosedale Community House garden beds take shape as a result of a fantastic community spirit that beneﬁts greatly from the town’s active Social Media presence. Above circled & right: Vintage cards and “Down Hill Dog” made from recycled metal items at Rustys Collectibles. Left: The outdoor cinema, another local event that beneﬁts tremendously from the town’s Facebook promotional reach.

Rosedale Community Market 2nd Sun of month, 7.30am-1.30pm Prince St Park, Rosedale

@ discover-rosedale

Rusty ’s A brand new lolly shop bringing the greatest range of quality lollies, ice cream nuts and soft drinks to Rosedale and all those passing through the heart of Gippsland.

Collectables Shop 54-60 Prince Street, Rosedale Ph 5199 2251

Opening Hours: Mon - Sun: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Stocking Coins, Stamps, Militaria and Sculpture. Large range of Giftware, Jewellery, Toys and China. Drop in or shop from home on www.rustys.net.au

Ph: 0414 408 860 www.MrsONeills.com.au Shop 1, 15 Prince Street, Rosedale, Vic 3847

Larry’s A Licensed Gourmet Cafe offering a menu of fresh local produce andA Licensed Gourmet Cafe offering a menu of fresh local produce and regional wines. regional wines.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK for breakfast and lunch for breakfast and lunch Friday and Saturday evenings. Friday and Saturday evenings.11 PRINCE STREET, ROSEDALE Phone 5199 2992 11 PRINCE STREET, ROSEDALE

Phone 5199 2992

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LaTrobe Shire News

Art for Heritage sake

Fri 18th to Tues 22nd, April

FOLLOWING on from last year’s extraordinary success, the Walhalla Heritage & Development League is running another Art Show this Easter, with entries to be exhibited in the Mechanics Institute in the main street of Walhalla. All exhibited entries will be available for sale, so if you’d like an opportunity to get your hands on an original work, make sure you get along, the opening hours are 11am to 5pm from Friday April 18th to Sunday April 20th, and 10am – 4pm on Monday, April 21st.

The Walhalla Heritage & Development League is a not for proﬁt group, dedicated to preserving and maintaining the heritage of Walhalla and this event is their major fundraiser. The aim of the show is to showcase local artists and their work to the vast array of visitors that Walhalla attracts over the Easter holiday period. Entry is $5 per adult, presentation of prizes will be at 3pm on the Monday. More info: www.facebook.com/ walhallaeasterartshow

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The Walhalla Heritage & Development League are a not-for-profit organisation striving to develop and preserve the history of the old gold mining town of Walhalla nestled in a valley, high in the hills of Gippsland. They are running an art show to help raise money so as they are able to continue this work. Pass the word to your friends to come along and visit this picturesque town and view the local art work.

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East Gippsland Shire News

Eco cruising on the Lakes LONSDALE Eco Cruises, named for their craft The Lonsdale, operate a 3 hour cruise largely between Lakes Entrance and Metung to explore the wildlife wonderland – an eco system that sustains dolphins, seals, sixty ﬁve species of birds, goats on Flanagan Island, kangaroos and much more in some spectacular scenery. The Lonsdale was built in 1974 as a converted foot passenger ferry with a capacity of 80 and operated between Queenscliff and Sorrento. The craft has an interesting and somewhat chequered history that is well

told by its skipper Tony during the cruise. Now completely refurbished, the Lonsdale is an all weather vessel and departs from the Cunninghame Quay across from the Central Hotel in Lakes Entrance at 1pm – bookings are essential. Regular snaps of wildlife sightings appear regularly on their Facebook page. Check it out. www.facebook.com/LonsdaleCruises

Above: The Lonsdale. Circled: Seal resting on the rocks. Right: Dolphins showing off.

28th East Gipps Field Days Fri 9th & Sat 10th May Bairnsdale Aerodrome

THE biggest event on the East Gippsland calendar is fast approaching. The East Gippsland Field Days, which boasts over 350 exhibitors, loads of events and local displays and draws around 8 to 10,000 visitors, is on again in May. East Gippsland encompasses a diverse range of agricultural and rural industries. It possesses agricultural holdings of some 750,000 ha based around beef, wool, dairy, vegetables and cropping, and is seeing a growth in emerging enterprises such as ﬂower growing and viticulture, and has a strong

What’s On ● Australia’s Travelling Fishing Show ● Jump ‘n’ Cuddle – calves, chooks, guinea pigs etc… ● Food Producers Expo ● Crafts On Show ● Gippsland Schools Cook Off ● Celebrity Chef ● Wood Chop Competition ● Farm Dog Trials ● Double Decker Bus ● Pony Rides

hobby and part time farming population. The region is also home to Australia’s largest ﬁshing ﬂeet, a major timber industry producing 25% of Victoria’s hardwood output,

● Historical Cars ● DSE Burn Table ● Work Safe Health Checks ● Tall Cranes, Agriculture Machinery and Haulage Equipment ● Cattle, Goats, Pigs and Alpacas ● Solar Panels, Caravans & Camping Trailers ….and Thousands of New, Innovative Products & Services

as well as expanding tourism, manufacturing and retail sectors. This iconic event is proudly run by the Lindenow Lions Club since its inception in 1986. See more Page 28.

www.cozucan.com.au Cozucan in Bruthen is the gateway to Snowfields and Alpine National Parks, just 15 minutes from BAIRNSDALE. Cozucan flats provide quick access to the East Gippsland Rail Trail, Walking and Horse Riding trails, Fishing on the Tambo River and four golf courses with in 45 minutes. Why stay with us COZUCAN.

BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village is in the beachside town of Lakes Entrance on Victoria’s east coast. Here the magniﬁcent Gippsland Lakes meet the allure of the ocean. The park boasts a pool area with 3 pools & heated spa, adventure playground, tennis court, games room, pedal carts. Accommodation ranges from standard park cabins to Garden Cottage apartments. BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village 03 5155 1343 info@whiters.com.au www.whiters.com.au 55 Roadknight Street, Lakes Entrance, 3909 Reservations 1800 039 006

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East Gippsland Shire News

Loving those prawns...

OUR ﬁshing insider at Lakes Entrance, ‘Ross the Fish Whisperer’ of Riviera Bait Supplies, reports that the ﬁshing in his part of the world is still running hot. Apparently the prawn catches are truly abundant at Lake Tyers and Gippsland Lakes. Now’s the time to catch a great feed and hook right in! The ocean beach has plenty of

Salmon and Ross says that some are weighing in at up to 5 lbs. There are still a lot of Flathead in the lakes and anglers are landing Trevally with Bluebait off the Footbridge and the town Jetty. Hoping between the Footbridge and jetty will see results as there are big schools around. Ross advises that King George

Whiting are still being landed in the Channel with the water temperature up around 20.5 degrees. The Metung Jetty and Boardwalk are producing great Bream and King George Whiting catches. It is generally reported that all parts of the Lake have been ﬁshing well with Big Tailor around 50cm at Blackfellows Arm chasing metal lures

How to cook Prawns? IN 5 EASY STEPS (Per 1kg Green Prawns) STEP 1: Bring 2.5 litres of water to the boil, add 2 tablespoons of sea salt.

and plenty of bait ﬁsh also around.

peeled prawn the best baits.

At Mitchell River, soft plastics are producing Bream and Flathead and some Estuary Perch are being caught at the bridges on prawn.

On the Nicholson, the two bridges are the best for Bream, using prawn. Also the Cliffs and Car Bodies are worth a try.

At Paynesville’s Progress Jetty and Yacht Club the Flathead are chasing soft plastics.

The Tambo River from Sardine Flat and up to Marshall’s Flat are good for Bream with sandworm and

Metung’s Bancroft Bay, Shaving Point and down to Lake King are also great places for King George

If you want the lowdown on the best baits when you’re in the area, talk to Ross at Riviera Bait supplies in Lakes.

Your No.

Whiting and Bream using pippi and peeled prawn.

Stop Fishing Shop!

STEP 2: Add prawns to boiling water. STEP 3: Cook for 3-4 minutes. Prawns are done when they ﬂoat to the top of the water. To test, take out a prawn and hold it to the light, it is cooked when the ﬂesh has shrunk from the shell slightly and the prawn looks translucent. STEP 4: When they’re done, remove them from the boiling water and place in a big bowl of iced water to cool them. STEP 5: Peel and eat! Great on their own or serve with vinegar, lemon or just bread and butter. Also great for use in salads, fried rice and many other dishes.

Live Bait, Sandworm, Shrimp, Rods, Reels, Tackle & Accessories Above: The prawn catches are abundant around Gippsland Lakes right now, image courtesy Tackleworld Sale. Circled: Place cooked prawns on ice to cool them before eating.

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For accommodation in Paynesville, Raymond Island & special East Gippsland locations. Waterfront villas with private jetties, B&B’s, luxury canal homes, cute cottages and smart standard lakehouses.

Riviera Bait Supplies

243 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Vic 3909

Ph:(03) 5155 2263

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - EARLY UNTIL LATE

Paddle Boats and Catamaran Hire

www.gippslandlakesescapes.com.au Ph 03 5156 0432 Fax 03 5156 0436 87 The Esplanade Paynesville, Vic, 3880 Asian style cuisine overlooking the majestic Western Boat Harbour, Lakes Entrance. An abundance of local seafood, produce and wine.

Floating Dragon Dinner - Tuesday to Sunday from 6:00pm. Yum-Cha served first Sunday of the Month from Noon till 2:00pm

*Paddle Boats *Aquabikes *Catamarans *Canoes *Paddle Skis *Cruise Chair *Body Boards *Paddle Boat Family (Seats up to 5)

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Across Footbridge, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Phone: 03 5155 2753 Mobile: 0419 552 753 160 Esplanade, Western Boat Harbour, Lakes Entrance

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National Trust Heritage Festival in South Gippsland

Ph: 03 5655 1811 coalcreek1@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

10.00am-4.30pm Sunday 4 May 2014 Coal Creek Community Park and Museum 12 Silkstone Road, Korumburra 3950 VIC

The exhibition chronicles the Boston family’s journey from Melbourne in the 1890s to the booming coal mining area of Gippsland. Robert Boston’s reputation grew in the manufacturing of mining tools, machinery and in the fitting of boilers and pumps. As roads improved, the horse-drawn sledge gave way to buggies andBoston’s became the premier coach builders of South Gippsland. Wagons for the Korumburra Butter Factory were built by Boston’s, and when motorised transport was introduced, Boston’s built the bodies for trucks. Come discover the ongoing legacy of the Boston family.

FREE ENTRY! Phone: 56581111 Or 0431 684 981 info@sgr.org.au www.sgr.org.au

Travel on board historic railway carriages on a winding journey through the rolling hills of the Strzelecki Ranges. It’s a leisurely and relaxed way to view and experience our beautiful countryside without the stress of tailgaters wanting you to hurry up. The train passes through some unique gullies and forests tucked away in the hills. Visitors may explore the 107 year old station and museum at Korumburra. Self serve refreshments are available in the magnificent refreshment room. Journeys start at the heritage listed Korumburra Station and head to Leongatha, giving you time to experience the town, have a coffee or a picnic then return to Korumburra by train. Train trips begin at 11:00 am from Korumburra every Sunday during Autumn, on Wednesdays during the April school holidays, also on Sundays 1st, 8th and 15th June. S.G.R. also offers: Train Charters for sight-seeing groups, birthday parties or other functions; Dream Come True experiences (where you get to drive the train), Function Room Hire and Murder Mystery Trains.

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South Gippsland Shire News

South Gippsland Rail joins Heritage Festival

Sun 20th April, Sun 4th, 18th May Korumburra Railway Station

AUSTRALIAN Heritage Week is on from Saturday 13th of April to Sunday 21st of April in 2014. This national event is slated as an opportunity for communities to come together and celebrate the places and stories that makes Australia special. It is also an opportunity to raise

public awareness on the importance of conserving and protecting our natural heritage, rich Indigenous heritage and the diverse historic sites that help form our cultural identity. As part of the Festival the South Gippsland Tourist Railway will be running special heritage trains from Korumburra to Leongatha.

Before leaving for Leongatha, passengers can visit the historic Korumburra station building and enjoy a tea or coffee in the Refreshment room. At Leongatha Station, representatives of the Leongatha Historic Society will conduct a walk of historic town buildings that are all within easy walking distance of the station. There will be ample time in Leongatha prior to the return trip home to have lunch. Trains leave at 11am and return at 3pm

My team and I can provide you with advice and assistance on a variety of State Government matters including: • Government funding programs

Cost: $30 $24 concession More Info: www.sgr.org.au

• Support for community initiative and projects • Raising matters in Parliament • Dealing with Government Ministers • Congratulatory Messages

Peter Contact Peter Ryan - Deputy Premier Member for Gippsland South Minister for Police and Emergency Services Minister for Regional and Rural Development Minister for Bushfire Response

post PO Box 145, Sale, VIC, 3850 ph 035144 1987 fax 5144 7086 email peter.ryan@parliament.vic.gov.au web www.peterryan.com.au

Bass Coast Shire News

The Mother’s Day Classic Sunday 11th May Wonthaggi Golf Course

A record 97 locations will be in the pink around Australia on Sunday May 11 for the Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic, Australia’s largest breast cancer research fundraiser and Wonthaggi will a participating location. Organisers are delighted with the support from regional Australia in the ﬁght against a disease that impacts one in 8 women. This year regional events have grown from 65 to a record 86. In 2013, a record $5 million was raised by 135,000 supporters who took part in the event across Australia. In 2014 a major milestone will be celebrated – the event, which began in 1998 and is now the largest funder of National Breast Cancer Foundation Research, will pass the $20 million mark for the program. Mother’s Day Classic national chair, Louise Davidson, said the support from regional Australia was overwhelming, not only from a fundraising perspective but to show rural and regional women with breast cancer that they were not alone. “Participants will tell you there is something special about the atmosphere at the Mother’s Day Classic, whether you attend a huge capital city event or a small community gathering,” Ms Davidson said. “Mother’s Day Classic is all about

raising awareness and honouring those impacted by the disease, as well as funding vital research into treatment, detection and prevention. “The more funds we raise, the faster a cure can be found. So instead of just registering this year, why not fundraise?

“Funding research is a great investment in the future,” she said. Since the Foundation’s inception, 5 year survival rates for women diagnosed with breast cancer have increased to 89%. Despite these advances, on average 7 Australian women die each day from breast cancer. With research, more can be done. Ms Davidson says “Mother’s Day Classic is a celebration of spirit and hope that together we can contribute to making breast cancer history.” Mother’s Day Classic Wonthaggi The Wonthaggi event involves a 5km walk and 10km run. Alternatively you can come along and support all walkers and runners and join in the entertainment and activity taking place around the course. Come and cheer them along from the Guide Park, Wonthaggi Plaza or Big W carparks! You can also ﬁll in a tribute card to wear on the day in memory of a loved one or with words of encouragement to someone currently undergoing treatment.

Participate... How to register: Online: closes Wed 7th May www.mothersdayclassic.com. au/event/vic/wonthaggi On the day registrations open at 8am Cost: Adult: $20 Student/Health Card holder: $12 Child (16 years and under): $10 Family (2 ad. max 4 kids): $50 Family (1 ad. max 4 kids): $30 Start times: 10km run: 9:30am 5km Walk: 9:45am The course: Walk: Through the wetlands to Guide park and back through the new track to Wonthaggi plaza. Return to start through wetlands. Run: As above, including a run down the rail track. Getting there: Off Mackenzie St. Parking is available at the golf course. Activities at the event: Music by locals Prizes: Spot prizes on the day. NOTES: No Dogs allowed.

Your books can be exchanged for our books where you pay half the price of our books until you have used up the store credit we give you for your books. Unspent store credits remain until your next visit. You don't need to bring books in as all books are marked for sale. We also sell a wide selection of DVD's, audio books on tape and CD as well as CD's and LP's.

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Club of the Month â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Italian Australian Club Morwell

Italian Australian Club www.italianaustralianclub.com.au 499-501 Princes Dr, Morwell VIC 3840 (03) 5134 3541

Beccy Cole

8:00pm May 2nd Italian Australian Sports Club, Morwell Supported by Libby Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donovan

Tickets Ph: 03 5134 3541 Tarra Festival Yarram

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April 2014

Club of the Month – Italian Australian Club Morwell

The Italian Australian connection

The 1950’s were a prosperous time for Morwell with the construction of the Morwell Power Station, Briquette Works and other major, large industrial projects, attracting many migrants in search of jobs to the Latrobe Valley. Apart from British, the greatest numbers of these were Italians. The majority were either single men or men with families who came out alone with the objective of saving enough to bring the rest of their family to Australia. Even when the construction jobs dwindled, many of these men decided that the Latrobe Valley was a good place in which to settle and raise a family. Early in 1960, a small group of Italians and Australians, led by Luigi Sola of Traralgon, saw the necessity of establishing an association principally to cater for

the social and cultural needs of the growing Italian population of the area, as well as helping the integration process with the community at large. A team of trustees came together and founded the Italian Social Club and the rest as they say is history. These days the Club is attracting high calibre shows for all to enjoy and provides a top class functions service and family bistro.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Beccy Cole Fri 2nd May from 8pm Beccy Cole began her career as a teen over 20 years ago singing in her Mum Carole Sturtzel’s band and busking in Tamworth with Kasey Chambers. Beccy has since toured with Willie Nelson, Kenny Rogers, Glenn Campbell and Don McClean and has been a regular on Australian television and been set in wax. Winner of 9 Golden and two Entertainer of the Year awards and earning three gold records, 13 number one singles and an ARIA nomination for her seventh and most personal album Songs and Pictures, Beccy has taken the country music scene by storm. Beccy’s energy and generosity are infectious, her honesty and lack of pretension, refreshing! No Exit – The Angel’s Tribute Band Sat 26th April from 8pm The Angels, one of Australia’s greatest and longest surviving bands are the inspiration behind No Exit a tribute band formed to bring their iconic tunes to life. From the legendary Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again and other famous hits like No Secrets, Shadow Boxer and Take a Long Line to more recent works like Dogs Are Talking and Tear Me Apart, No Exit covers the full gamut. You’ll love the show; whether you’ve been a die hard fan for years or have just recently begun to appreciate the Angels awesome music. Above left: Beccy Cole at the Port Fairy Folk Festival (Photo by Perry Cho). Left: Angels tribute band No Exit are coming to the Italian Australian Club in Morwell this month.

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April 2014

Leongatha – Town of the Month

Life

A stylish new retirement option with valley views

Celebrations and Revelations Mountain View Leongatha village was recently a hive of activity as residents, clients and new comers enjoyed a Celebration event. With a party atmosphere, the Village environment was transformed into a festival feel, with great music from an invited band, fabulous food and a very busy BBQ cooking plenty of sausages. The Leongatha Bowling Club also featured on the day with a demonstration of bowling on the Village Bowling Green. Many people who took the opportunity to visit on this day were also invited to view the entire Village facilities and the new Villas built in stage two. They experienced the quality of the Villas ﬁrsthand and also the purpose built facilities of the Community Centre, plus the panoramic views across the hills and township – a great feature of the Village. Stage 2 now in its completion phase. The Villas within this Stage 2 are currently creating interest and lots of enquiries because of their unique offering. These Villas are at ‘lock up’ stage with some built to the ‘frame stage’ only inside, allowing any prospective resident the opportunity to make amendments before the build’s completion. In other words, you can personalise a Villa with your own ‘choices’. Pre-purchase is available now. Mountain View Leongatha encourages people who are interested in ‘lifestyle living’ to visit at the earliest possible time to secure their future now and to begin the processes of moving in. Financial options Options exclusive to Mountain View Leongatha are available for people considering the lifestyle change

to our fabulous Village. These financial options will not be found at other lifestyle or retirement developments, so make sure you contact us to find out how, with limited capital you can enjoy the lifestyle and Village life benefits. Mountain View Leongatha would love to discuss these options with prospective residents to ensure their decision making process is outlined with all the facts, and to demonstrate the financial freedom to enjoy the next season of their life. Because all Villages are not the same, it is important to view the differences ● Mountain View Leongatha is a ‘boutique’ 45 Villa Village with a maximum residency expected to be from 70 to 80 people. This means no overcrowding. ● The financial advantages are unique and offer a personalised agreement to suit each situation. The Mountain View Leongatha Village/Sales Manager can be called at any time to discuss your personal situation, to inspect the Village and discuss financial options. Lifestyle Day to Day New residents who have moved into the Village are ‘over the moon’ about their new lifestyle. Their decision to move into Mountain View Leongatha has presented freedom and leisure. Residents are enjoying morning walks, morning afternoon and evening swims in the heated pool, exploring nearby tourist destinations, or just staying local and playing a game of bowls on the Village Bowling Green. Information presentations are regularly scheduled to discuss Lifestyle Living, assisting people to become acquainted with the benefits of Village life in this next season of their life. If you have not attended one of these

Top: Beautiful accommodation at the Mountain View Leongatha village. Circled: Plenty to do, playing pool with new friends. Above: The spacious villa lounge. Top right: Well appointed kitchens. Right: Many facilities for keeping ﬁt including a lap pool.

presentations or would like to make an appointment please call the ofﬁce for details; – Mountain View Leongatha is open for inspection 6 days a week (MondaySaturday) from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 pm. or other times by arrangement. Phone 1300 306 255 to visit our web page on: www.mountainviewleongatha.com.au Mountain View Leongatha look forward to hearing from you – “remember we only have one life to live” plan to enjoy this next season NOW.

BEAT THE PRICE RISE at Mountain View Leongatha No-one likes to miss an opportunity. So don’t miss your last chance to buy a villa from $330,00 - $350,000 at Mountain View Leongatha. Stage 2 is READY NOW for inspection. These villas are built to lock up and frame only stage internally so you can ‘personalise’ the interiors to your own requirements. Why not visit us on our Open Day to view them or contact us and arrange to visit at your convenience.

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April 2014

Leongatha – Town of the Month

Life after George LIFE after George, the play that broke box ofﬁce records during its Melbourne premiere season, opens in May at Leongatha’s Lyric Theatre with a stellar local cast. It is the story of Peter George – a charismatic academic, idealist and lover of life who is now dead. His wife, two ex-wives and daughter gather for his funeral. As the true nature of the man and his life unfolds, so these women discover much about themselves and the lives they have lived both within and outside his shadow. Life After George is a moving and perceptive insight into social change told through individual

experiences. From the barricades of the late 1960s anti-government riots in Paris to Melbourne during the next three decades. Written with passion and dangerous wit, Life After George is a compelling drama from Hannie Rayson, the author of Hotel Sorrento. The work, which was released in 2000, won a slew of accolades in 2001 including the VIC Premier’s Literary Awards – Louis Esson Prize for Drama, the Green Room Award – Best New Australian Play, the Helpmann Award – Best New Australian Work and the AWGIE Award – Stage Award.

Rayson was born in Melbourne, and graduated from the University of Melbourne and the Victorian College of Arts. She has worked as a freelance journalist and editor in addition to her primary career as playwright and screenwriter. Rayson was the co-founder of the community theatre group, Theatreworks in Melbourne’s eastern suburb of St. Kilda, working there for four years while writing. Rayson has been writer-in-residence at Geelong’s Mill Theatre, Playbox Theatre, La Trobe University (which has awarded her an Honorary Doctorate of Letters), and Monash University. Recognised as one of Australia’s most signiﬁcant playwrights,

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‘Life after George’ playwright, Hannie Rayson.

Rayson’s ﬁrst major success was Hotel Sorrento, which won several prizes including the Australian Writers’ Guild Award. The play has become an Australian classic, regularly performed by regional

theatre groups, and appearing in university courses and on the high school syllabus. The ﬁlm of the play, directed by Richard Franklin, won an AFI Award for best screenplay (Peter Fitzpatrick and Franklin). In 2010, the play’s London debut won critical acclaim. Rayson plays have been a popular mainstay of Australian state theatre companies’ programming for the past decade. Her more recent works are Falling from Grace, Scenes from a Separation (written with Andrew Bovell), Competitive Tenderness, Life After George, Inheritance, The Glass Soldier and The Swimming Club.

Performance dates LIFE AFTER GEORGE Friday

May 9

Saturday

May 10

Sunday matinee

May 11

Friday

May 16

Saturday matinee May 17 Saturday

May 17

Leongatha Mesley Hall, 29-39 Ogilvy Street, Leongatha Email: enquiries@lyrictheatre.net.au Web: www.lyrictheatre.net.au/index. php/next-shows/2014-shows

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April 2014

Entertainment in Lakes Left: Milk bottle madams from parade down main street. Below: artworks from the annual Art Show.

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Mothers Day Weekend Fri 9th, Sat 10th, Sun 11th May Baromi Park & Mirboo North Town Hall

ARTY Gras is in the air! The annual Mirboo North Art Show and ArtyGras Festival attracts more than 3,000 visitors to the town over the Mother’s Day weekend and features the work of more than 100 exhibiting artists, musicians, dancers and performers.

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Voted South Gippsland’s Event of the Year in 2011, the town’s Grand Festival takes over the town for a weekend feast of the visual and permforming arts, ﬁne food, ﬁne wine and fun for the kids. The theme for this year’s parade is: Wot The Hat…!, so waken those creative juices and dig out your hats for some serious artistic embellishment. Now in its 33rd year, the Mirboo North Art Show has established

itself as one of the region’s most highly respected Art exhibits and as the centrepiece of the weekend the Show attracts art works from a range of talented artists, principally from the Gippsland region. Categories encompassing 2D, 3D, sculpture, photography, textiles and jewellery add great variety to the display. Traditionally, it has been the parade that has attracted the greatest number of smiles and pulled in the most visitors. It’s not your ordinary

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April 2014

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This year, Arty Gras has secured a grant from the Regional Arts Fund to offer workshops in music and for the first time, theatre. First Time Theatre workshops are a great way for novices to get started... parade but you’ll have to attend to find out why. This year Arty Gras has secured a grant from the Regional Arts Fund to offer workshops in music, and for the first time, theatre. Dan Clancey, a theatre producer and director who has completed commissions for the Mirboo North Arts Council, calls the program, aptly named First Time Theatre, ‘his’ workshops, and they are open to all ages. In Dan’s words, ‘I have heard many times over the years from people who would love to become involved in theatre, but they are scared that experienced theatre people get the roles and there is no room for new people to step in and have a try’. First Time Theatre is for those without experience who will be trained on an equal basis by

professionals over 8 weeks, for a short performance during Arty Gras. Are you up for it? Music workshops

and First Time Theatre sessions being run in the lead up to ArtyGras are outlined on the next page.

Celebrating the Arts... Thursday May 8

Saturday May 10

● Music & Theatre Workshops see next page

● Art show 12 noon to 5pm with live music. Entry $3

Friday May 9

● Food & Craft Market

● Opening Night 7.30 to 11pm. Dress Formal, Tickets $25 available at Town Hall door Live music, ﬁne food Wine & Art

● Community Parade Bands ● Street Parade at 11am ● Arty exhibitions & Street Art ● Poetry events ● Music performers in the park ● Youth and Children’s activities ● Community Singing Sunday May 11 ● Arty exhibitions ● Music performances ● Art show 10am to 4pm ● Mother’s Day morning and afternoon tea with live music at 2pm. Entry $5

Top right: An earthy piece from the Show. Right: Eccentric bath mobiles from the parade. Left: The 2013 Art Show, an impressive array of talent at the Mirboo North Town Hall.

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April 2014

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ArtyGras Music &Theatre Workshops ARTYGRAS has secured funding from Regional Arts Victoria to get some innovative new performing arts programs off the ground for the 2014 event. Whether your are a seasoned jammer or wanting to reignite your passion, the acoustic and big band sessions are just what you need and a great place to build selfconﬁdence and develop your musical ﬁnesse. Bring an acoustic instrument or just your voice and have some fun. No musical experience is necessary.

Music Workshops Acoustic guitar with Gerard Evans Sat 26th April from 2pm Mon 5th May from 6pm Fri 9th May from 6pm at the Grainstore Contact: 0439 329056, gerardevans.au@gmail.com Bookings are essential! The Parade Big Band with Jane Coker

Jane teaches melody instruments and Steve Schultz drums. Drums are provided or you can bring your own.

Thurs May 8th, 7pm to 9pm at the Baromi Centre, Mirboo North There will also be a rehearsal at 9 am before the Parade.

Contact: Jane 51169434 jane.coker@bigpond. com

First Time Theatre The next wave in performing arts The major barrier for community members taking the first step into a theatre project usually isn’t the lack of talent or the desire to become involved, the major barrier is the belief that they can perform at the same level as everyone else. First Time Theatre has been run successfully in 2009 and 2010 in Latrobe City. Over 35 people undertook the course, many of whom are still performing with local theatre companies. The benefits of First Time Theatre ● No hierarchy of cast members (they are all equals) ● FREE Training in the basic principles of Performing Arts ● A public performance (if desired and no pressure) ● An even playing field for all people to extend their creativity What is required ● Commitment from participants for 4 weeks training (8 sessions with a performance) ● A strong desire to have a go and develop skills ● No fear and no apologies ● Understanding that all people are equal and in the same boat “There’s a first time for everything!” Where: The program will be held at the Mirboo North RSL Hall Tutors – Eloisa Tripodi and Dan Clancey April 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and May 1, 6, 8. From 7pm to 9pm Places are strictly limited Contact: Dan Clancey 0417 142606 Eloisa Tripodi 0448 396186

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April 2014

GigPig

Music

New album for local muso

I can entertain you

IN 2013, Gippsland musician Brody Young took off on an overseas sojourn with his guitar and his girlfriend. He returned with a ﬁancée and a head full of songs. Those songs have since been recorded, and the exchange of ideas that took place during his travels – to 23 different countries – has clearly been the inspiration behind his new album, One Way, which was launched on March 28. This is Brody’s third album and, as he explains, there’s a real contrast to the relaxed, contemplative style of his ﬁrst two efforts. “It’s more upbeat and exciting. The other two CDs are good, but they’re for easy listening. This one’s more in your face,” the 26-year-old said. “This one is more about emotion. It’s about observing and seeing how people live life and how I am going to live my life.” The next step for Brody, who has a solid following in South Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley, is to build a name for himself beyond his home territory.

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He wants to take his all-original music to a much wider audience. “The big goal for this whole album is to do more festivals. I want to go travelling Australia and the world doing festivals,” Brody said. A plumber by trade, Brody grew up in Yinnar and Boolarra, and attended secondary school at Mirboo North, building a solid following from an early age. “I started off playing drums when I was eight and found guitar when I was 16. I started writing songs when I was 18,” he said. “The best thing that I like about this new album is they’re all new songs. I have only written them six months ago and now I have got a new CD.” A new website accompanies Brody’s new CD – check it out and sample some of his tunes at brodyyoung.com. Or better yet, check out Brody live. He’s appearing at Leading Edge Music in Sale on 19 April (11.30am) and at Mirboo North’s Arty Gras festival on 10 May (12 noon).

Circled: Brody Young.

Gigpig picks

More Gippsland gigs can be found at www.gigpig.com.au. Happy gigging!

NO TALENT REQUIRED

KHRISTIANMIZZI

We can’t guarantee the standard, but we’re sure there will be plenty to entertain at Bass Coast FReeZa’s unique “No talent required” event. Featuring performers aged 12 to 25, the event includes arts, music, performances and workshops. Oh, and a yummy community barbecue.

If original acoustic with soul is your style then why not check out KhristianMizzi when he performs solo at a new Latrobe Valley venue that’s generating plenty of interest. This artist blew us away when he performed at the Boolarra Folk Festival during March.

When and where: 10am-4pm Saturday 12 April, Wishart Reserve, McBride Ave, Wonthaggi. This is a free event.

When and where: 7pm, Saturday 19 April, Monkey Biz Café, 20 Rutherglen Road, Newborough.

BUDDY HOLLY BLAST When and where: 8pm, Sunday 4 May, Wellington Entertainment Centre, 100 Foster Street, Sale.

Scot Robin played the lead role in the smash hit musical Buddy. He heads to Gippsland with the Crickets to perform more than 30 hits from one of rock and roll’s legends. If you want to travel back to an era where it all began, here’s your ticket to ride.

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April 2014

Finance & Employment

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Food

Brides Guide

Good Earth great food THE recently established Good Earth Cafe in Inverloch offers an intimate dining experience and customers can expect a very warm welcome from the owner, Kristin.

The menu is simple, yet elegant and has been thoughtfully created by Mitchell Banks, the young enthusiast chef. Mitchell also greets diners and loves to discuss his dishes. Good Earth uses the best local,

organic and seasonal produce including Gippy Milk, Port Franklin fish, Waratah Lamb and a variety of local cheeses. They also specialise in vegan and vegetarian choices and delicious freshly baked sourdough rolls. Our correspondent reports “I absolutely loved the beautifully tender Chicken Masala and seasonal vegetables which included crispy kipfler potatoes and roasted beetroot and my dining companion tucked into the succulent rolled Waratah Lamb filled with organic date puree, topped with tomato mustard and accompanied by seasonal vegetables. The meals were generously portioned with no need for extra side dishes. “The highlight of the meal for this Coeliac was a delicious Pear

tart made with crisp tasty gluten free pastry, the ﬁrst time I can remember eating a GF tart in a restaurant in 30 years. Good Earth also provides interesting breakfast and lunch menus, using local, seasonal organic and raw ingredients in delicious combinations. The outdoor area is a perfect setting for these meals as well as early morning coffees. “I highly recommend this destination, and not just because it’s a gluten free delight” she says. Located on the road into town from Leongatha at number 9 Williams Street, opposite the Bendigo Community Bank, Good Earth is open for dinner on Saturday nights. To ﬁnd out more phone Kristin on 56742312 BYO and specialising in vegan and vegetarian

Wedding Expo a huge success BY RENEE RICCI

THE first Bass Coast Bride Wedding Expo, held at the Old Dalyston Church & Deli on Sunday the 23rd of March, has been a very successful initiative with a large number of brides attending eager to find out more about the local wedding industry and what it offers. The event, which ran from 11am to 3pm, attracted bridal parties from across Gippsland, Phillip Island and Melbourne to meet with local wedding professionals. Guests where entertained by an acoustic duet, menu tastings, make-up artist’s demonstrations, hairstylists, floral art and glass studio designers, bridal gown and men’s suit displays, videographers and photographers, special occasion limo hire and more. Expo Gift bags feauturing discounts and giveaways where presented to each Bridal party on arrival and wedding exhibitors where kept very busy with lots of interest from future couples planning to tie the knot! Renee Ricci, Bass Coast Bride founder, would like to give special thanks to the local wedding industry for being part of the successful event and says she is looking forward to seeing all the exhibitors again next year for even BIGGER Wedding Expo!

Top: A classic wedding limo outside Old Dalyston Church & Deli. Above: Make-up artist demonstration. Circled: The acoustic duo entertaining Expo attendees. Below: Exhibitors from the Bass Coast Bride Wedding Expo at Old Dalyston Deli.

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Top left: Delicious Sourdough morsels. Above: Good Earth has a charming ambience. Circled: Scrumptious hot bevvys. Left: Young chef Mitchell Banks preparing gluten free desserts.

Good Earth - Great Food GooD Earth Café Whole foods & Living Be Generously nourished by our Good Earth. Affectionate food thoughtfully prepared here in our kitchen. Café – Raw food, organic & spray free produce sourced through the Grow Lightly network & our Good Earth garden, extensive vegetarian, vegan rolls, amazing salads Certified Organic specialty coffee sourced by a local coffee merchant/Sanpaolo coffee. We use Gippy Milk & Bonsoy. NoW Open For SatUrDay Night Dining. Locals welcomed! Waratah Lamb, Port Franklin Seafood, Gippsland Fresh Beef are used through our changing menu. Experiential, Candle lit, simply beautiful for every occasion We are happy to share our space here for private celebrations, gatherings and meetings. We are open Every Thursday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch & café aulait. Every Saturday evening for dinner from 6 p.m.

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Outdoors & Touring

Ride ‘em cowboys & cowgals Easter Saturday 19th April Recreation Reserve, Park Street, Omeo

THE first Omeo Rodeo was held on Easter Saturday in 1955 and now in it’s 60th year it has recently benefitted from something of an upgrade with a Big Screen for action replays, new seating and more great food options. The event will also include live music, scenic helicopter rides and a jumping castle and face painting for the kids. The rodeo is affiliated with Australian Professional Rodeo Association and attracts rodeo riders from all corners of the country who travel to Omeo to participate. It’s an action-packed program that ranges from bull riding and roping to barrel races and steer

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Organisers ask that your don’t bring eskies or BYO alcohol. East Gippsland Shire Council, Irelands Angus, Gippsland Treated Pine, Golden Age Motel, Foodworks Omeo, High Country Helicopters, Omeo’s Own, Roche Transport and Hilltop Hotel are all proud sponsors of this historic annual event.

Above: Action packed as a thrillseeker takes on a ferocious bucking bull. Left: A professional rodeo rider and mount become airborne. Circled: A coveted prize, the Omeo and Buchan Rodeo belt buckle.

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SEE IT ON THE BIG SCREEN The Omeo Rodeo returns Easter Saturday. It’s our 60th but its all new. All the action and replays on the Big Screen, new music, new seating, more food. Scenic helicopter rides, jumping castle and face painting for the kids. Plus all the best cowboys and cowgirls in Australia. The Omeo Rodeo Easter Saturday. Thanks to East Gippsland Shire Council, Irelands Angus, Gippsland Treated Pine plus our other Major Sponsors. No eskies, or BYO alcohol.

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House & Garden

Pavement in the landscape WITH the the arrival of spring and daylight savings, people will again start to think about creating versatile outdoor dining, entertainment and relaxation areas. One of the most popular and cost effective ways of increasing the liveable areas of the home is to create courtyards and terraces with paving. Liz Filmer, of Liz Filmer Landscaping, says “There are many different methods of constructing paving and the most important element in the process is base preparation. If there is movement in the base, you can expect movement in the ﬁnished surface and repairing poorly constructed paving or concrete will be expensive. “Don’t necessarily go for the cheapest contractor as there is usually something that they haven’t included or considered in their quotation,” Liz says.

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First of all you need to be aware that for any paving or concreting works that are over the value of $5000, you are required by law to engage a licensed structural landscaper to carry out the works. These contractors are licensed builders and registered with the building commission only after passing a stringent assessment process. Contractors who are members of industry groups such as Landscaping Victoria have also been assessed to certify they are competent to complete the task. Smart renovators who spend time and money at the front end of their renovation creating a well designed project that’s costed and supervised through construction are the ones who get the best result and add value to their property.

New from the old BY WENDY MORRISS IN 2008, Anne-Marie Frawley took possession of a home in Sale that was built by her great great-grandparents. Since then she has lovingly restored the home and landscaped the garden.

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The heritage residence, which has been in the family since 1870, is where Anne-Marie lived throughout her childhood. “My mother was the last family member living here,” she said. “The generations had ﬁnished as they do, so I continued on and decided to renovate. Now I practically have a brand new house with a very nice garden.” She said she decided to get in a landscaper gardener because she wanted the garden to reﬂect what she had put into the house. “I think if you are spending dollars on your home, the garden is an important part of it. The garden shows it off and I love my garden.”

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gardener. “I’m really not a gardener myself but Liz has created a garden that I can enjoy without being a gardener. It’s very low maintenance. I gave her an open palette I suppose you’d say and she was very open, and great to work with. She used some of her own ideas and mixed them with a few of mine. By communicating with me, she knew what I liked, and she knew what I hadn’t experienced before, that I’d like as well.”

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April 2014

House & Garden

Drafting projects into life...

D. ANDERSON, the home based architectural drafting and design business of Damian Anderson, is a comprehensive service covering a large geographical area from Melbourne to Mallacoota. Damian says “coming from a background in building I enjoy getting the most from a site and working out the nuts and bolts to make the project work in the best possible way for the client. “Plus being a home based business I am able to keep the costs down compared to a lot of other businesses that have to pay rent, employees, etcetera. Damian is a registered building practitioner and BDAV member, and can handle all your building design and drafting needs from home additions and renovations to new homes, factories and commercial buildings. Unlike a lot of other businesses Damian does all his own surveying, town planning applications (including BMO statements and

BAL assessments), energy ratings including ﬁrst rate 5 for residential applications and section “J” assessments for commercial applications. “I aim to provide a cost effective service that does not require a lot of outsourcing to other consultants, saving time and money on projects. For a streamlined and cost conscious architectural drafting and design option keep Damian in mind for your next project.

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April in the vegie patch APRIL is a quieter month as far as planting goes but is a good month to do some preparation for later sowings of broad beans and onions. It is still time to sow white turnips. Turnips are great for soup and are also an ingredient in traditional pasties.

Garden beds that are not going to be used for a while can be tidied up. You can compost any crop residue or simply turn it in so that it can rot. Tomato and potato tops are probable best disposed of to reduce the chance of viral or other diseases being carried into the next season. These beds could also be used as ‘burial grounds’ for your daily output of kitchen waste (tea leaves, tea bags minus the strings, coffee grounds, fruit and vegetable peels and waste). Remove the strings off tea bags as they may not rot and can tangle the legs of little birds that are giving your garden a ‘work over’ looking for pests. Tomato plants which are nearly spent but which still have a lot of unripe tomatoes on them can be pulled up by the roots and hung upside down in a shed or under a verandah where the tomatoes will continue to ripen. Snails and slugs love the cooler, damper weather and

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numerous small ones appear in the autumn. Slugs love mulch and like their shell-backed cousins are every gardeners scourge. There is a product called Multiguard – Slug & Snail which is very effective against these pests. It is iron sulphate in a pellet form and is harmless to birds, animals and people. There may be other brands around that I am not aware of but this one is safe and deﬁnitely works. Earwigs wreak havoc with lettuce and other soft leafed plants, they also love ﬂowers. Screw up pieces of newspaper and put them around your garden, beside fences or in tipped over pots or tins. They will hide in them during the day and the paper can easily be collected and tied in a plastic bag before putting in the bin. Check any of your brassica crops (cabbage, broccoli, etc.) for caterpillars and control with ‘Dipel’ if necessary. Dipel is a bacteria spray and is death to caterpillars and chewing pests but harmless to birds, animals and people.

If you have particular questions about food growing you can email me on: info@ezy-gro.com I will reply within 24 hours during weekdays and on Monday morning for weekend enquiries. I’m sorry I can’t take phone calls (as much as I’d like to).

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 Maintain pest control – slugs, snails, earwigs and caterpillars

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 Sow early onions – ﬂat white and other early varieties. These are not long keepers

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 Dig over or tidy up vacant beds or patches

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 Prepare for sowing broad beans (pictured right)

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Nancy’s Notes Howdy Folks! Isn’t this autumn weather wonderful?! In fact, a lot of us think this is the best time of year for planting most anything. The unrelenting heat is gone; the days and soil are still warm, and off we go to our gardens. We’ve done some prep work, so I get to choose a few lovelies today. One that has caught my eye is the feathered Hyacinth with her fluffy lavender flowers. An added bonus is that you don’t have to lift her bulbs every year! I’ve also spotted a couple of shrubs that I don’t think I can leave. One is the luscious Luculia ‘Early Dawn.’ Growing to a height of 1.5 metres, she has large fragrant pink flower heads in winter. Next to this will be Clerodendrum ugandense, the Blue Butterfly Bush, and that is just what the flowers look like, bright blue butterflies dancing on the 2 metre shrub throughout the summer. My East facing fence will no longer be ugly! Next, may we be Myth Busters for a tic? I’m over ‘you must plant your sweet peas on St.Pats Day.’ Poppycock! In our area, great success stories have happened from February through June! The other myth we hear is; ‘plant onions on the shortest day of the year and harvest on the longest.’ Busted! Some white onions can be planted as early as February for late winter, and we have seen that great keeper, Cream Gold (Pukekohe) planted in October and harvested in February. Of course, you can plant Spring Onions when you wish, or use your baby onions like a Spring Onion. Just quickly, in the ‘Wacky Season’ Department, my friend Ria’s waratah flowered in the winter-spring as it should. This morning, it was doing it all over again! Go figure! Let us know what is happening in your garden, please. We would love to hear from ya’ll. Enjoy! Happy Gardening! Cheers, Nancy

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April 2014

Antique Pickers Trail

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Purveyors Of Old & Interesting Wares Phone David King 0405 453 660 or (03) 51277776 david.d.king@raptaustralia.com.au 39 Lloyd St Moe, VIC 3825

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The Old Sunken Vessel Antiques & Collectables Find a treasure trove of interesting and unusual antiques/collectibles, for that one-of-a-kind gift or keepsake.

We retail daily, so come and enjoy a leisurely browse around our auction-house or come and experience the thrill of our monthly auctions where many a bargain is to be had at recession beating prices. www.gippslandauctionhouse.com Ph: (03) 5176 2099 174-176 Argyle Street Traralgon Vic 3844

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On the hunt for Mancave treasures Featured here is just some of the “Mancave” stash from Rapt in Moe. Rapt has an extensive range of Austaliana/Garagenalia/Brewiana

for “Mancave” decor and old tools, musical instruments, sheet music, prints and pictures, oil lamps, old radio’s and clocks so it’s worth a look.

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April 2014

Gippsland Market News

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EAST GIPPSLAND

Bairnsdale Farmers Market 1st Sat of month, 8am-12pm Secondary College Oval, McKean St, Bairnsdale Contact 5156 9342 Bairnsdale Uniting Church Car & Boot Market 3rd Sat of month, 8.30-11.am Great Alpine Road, Lucknow Bruthen Village Market 4th Sat of month, 9am-2pm Bruthen Mechanics Hall Main Street, Bruthen Johnsonville Community Market 1st Sat of month Johnsonville Hall BAW BAW Contact 5156 4162 Drouin Craft & Produce Lakes Surf Club Market 3rd Sat of month, 8am1st Sun of month, 12.30pm 9am-3pm Civic Park, Drouin Foreshore Rotunda, Contact 5625 3360 Lakes Entrance Jindivick Craft & Produce Contact 0407 098 805 1st Sat of month, 9am-1pm 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick Lucknow Market Contact 5628 5227 4th Sun of month, 8am-2pm Koowee Community Market 1st Sun of month, 8amHowitt Park, Lucknow 1.30pm Contact 0432 602 007 Koo Wee Rup Community after 6pm Centre, Cochrane Park Mallacoota Artisans and Contact 0428 971 071 Produce Market Longwarry Fire Brigade Market 1st Saturday 1st Sun of month, 8am-1pm Mudbrick Building, Develling (March to December) Drive, Mallacoota Bennett St, Longwarry Contact 0422 988 890 Contact 0419 158 946 Metung Farmers Market Rokeby Community Market 2nd Sat of month, 8am-1pm 2nd Sat of month, 9am-1pm (September to May) Village Green, Metung Main Road, Rokeby Contact 0458 431 844 Contact 5626 8523 Paynesville Lions Club Market Toora market 2nd Sun of month, 8am-1pm 2nd Sun of month Gilsenan Reserve, P’ville Jetty Rd, Toora Contact 0400 327 526 Contact 5688 1237 Warragul Arts Market 3rd Sat of month (October to March), 10am-2pm Civic Park, Albert Street Contact 5626 7045 Warragul Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat of the month, 8.30am-1pm Civic Park, Civic Place, Warragul Contact Erika 0425 259 177 www.facebook.com/ warragulfarmersmarket Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market 4th Sat of the month, 9am2pm Yarragon Public Hall Campbell St, Yarragon Contact 5634 2209 Cowes Market Sundays 9am-1pm 225 Settlement Rd, Cowes Contact 0422 749 964 Churchill Island Market 4th Sat of month, 8am to 1pm Churchill Island Visitor Centre, Phillip Island Contact 5664 0096 Wonthaggi Rotary Market 2nd Sun of month, 8am to 1pm Mcbride Ave, Wonthaggi Contact 5672 5204 Grantville Market 8am-2pm, (ex. Sun before Xmas) Grantville Recreation Reserve

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Latrobe Country Market Every Sun, 8.30am-1.30pm Latrobe Road, Morwell Contact 0407 532 957 Old Gippstown Market - Moe 3rd Sat of month 8am-2pm Old Gippstown Heritage Park Contact 5127 3082 REH Cork Club Craft Market 2nd Saturday of month (Sept to May) Kay Street Gardens, Traralgon Contact 0487 342 675 Traralgon Farmers Market 4th Sat of month, 8am-1pm Kay Street Gardens Contact 0409 232 715

SOUTH GIPPSLAND

Koonwarra Farmers Market 1st Sat of month, 8am-12.30pm Memorial Park, Koonwarra Contact 0408 619 182 Loch Village Market 2nd Sun of month, 9am to 1pm (October to April) Railway Siding, Loch Contact 5659 0212 Mirboo Nth Market Last Sat of month, 8am-2pm Baromi Park, Mirboo Nth Contact 5668 2465 Promontory Home Produce & Craft Market Sun: 3/11, 8/12, 29/12 2013, Sun: 26/1, 9/3, 19/4 2014. 8am-2pm Foster Showgrounds, Foster Contact 5682 2654 Venus Bay Twilight Markets 3rd Sun in Dec & three Sundays in Jan, 4pm to 9pm Community Centre,

Coal Creek Farmers Market 2nd Sat of month, 8am-12.30pm Coal Creek Community Park Korumburra Contact 0459 629 000 Foster (Prom Country) Farmers Market 3rd Sat of month, 8am-12pm Foster Showgrounds, Foster Contact 0407 543 371 Inverloch Farmers Market 3rd Sun of month, 8am-1pm The Glade, Inverloch Contact 5664 0096 MILY FETE Jumbunna Bush Market OSTER FA 7th 10am – F 1st Sun of month, ril 2 Sunday Ap 8.30am-1pm m p 3 l The Main Hall, Jumbunna ary Schoo Foster Prim St. Foster Contact 5657 3253 r 75 Pionee for Day of FUN ic Kongwak Market st ta n a F A Sundays 10am-2.30pm Everyone! ES to be WON!! IZ (exc. Sun before Xmas) Lots of PR t Garage mes, Gian a G Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, , RIDES , Kongwak and much Sale, ee, Cakes ff o C t a Contact 0417 142 478 re G !!!

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Cobb & Co Stables Markets Every Saturday is Trash and Treasure Market Day Clear out your house and garage or come and ﬁnd a treasure... Makers Market 2nd Sat of month, 9am-1pm Genuine Gippsland Handmade Contact Mark 0408 057 772 www.cobbandcomarket.com.au

Heyﬁeld Market 1st Sat of month from 8am John Greaves Memorial Park, Temple St, Heyﬁeld Contact 5148 2780 Maffra Variety & Farmers Market 1st Sun of month, 9am-1pm Contact 0408 057 772 Rosedale Community Market 2nd Sun of month,

7.30am-1.30pm Prince St Park, Rosedale Sale Charity Market 3rd Sun of month, 7am-1pm Thompson River Canal Reserve, Sale Contact 5144 1258 Sale Producers Market 3rd Sat of month, 8am-1pm at the showgrounds. Over winter is indoors in the horse pavilion. All home grown, handmade produce – no resellers. Stratford Variety & Farmers Market 4th Sun of month, 9am-1pm Memorial Park, Princes Highway, Stratford Contact 0408 057 772 Yarram Variety Market 1st Sun of month, 8am-1pm Guide/Scout Hall Cnr Church Rd & Sth Gipp Hwy Contact 5182 6995

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Gippsland Disability Advocacy, 8 Hopetoun Ave, Morwell Carers for a loved one with a disability are invited to attend, share a cuppa and chat with others like themselves in a welcoming and non-judgemental environment. Contact: Dot Kitwood on 0402 457 241

PORT WELSHPOOL ROCKIN’ BOAT, FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL Sat 1st November, 10am to 4pm

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EAST GIPPSLAND

FIELD DAYS Another community project from the Lions Club of Lindenow Inc.

28th East Gippsland Field Days 9-10th of May 2014 Two great days to come and see the Biggest event on the East Gippsland Calender. You’ll see: Milking Buffalos Horse Whisperer Animal Nursery Tractors Trucks Boats Arts and Crafts Working Dogs Wood Chops

Celebrity Chef Geoff Janz – Supported by Elders (Saturday Only) & Rocking it out with Frankie J Holden and Wilbur Wilde in the Bendigo Bank Pavilion. (Saturday Only) Over 70,000 square metres of indoor and outdoor exhibits to see. Adults $17 Family $34 Children under 15 - $5 Sorry no pets allowed.

Bairnsdale Aerodrome Ph. (03) 5153 1398 info@egfielddays.com www.egfielddays.com