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PARTY TIME IN LAKES

Lakes Entrance is heading into party mode as the carnival comes to town and an extravagant New Year’s ﬁreworks display is readied for seaside revellers... Pages 6 to 9

SUMMER OF SOUL Beautiful Mossvale Park, between Mirboo North and Leongatha, is hosting its inaugural Summer of Soul concert in early Jan. The line up, put together by the renown Lyrebird Arts Council, is absolutely world class and sure to get you boogying...

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MOUNTAIN ICONS SADDLE UP... The annual Mountain Cattelmen’s Get Together is coming up in January. It’s a 3 day action packed family event featuring live music, horse races, whip cracking, poetry readings, photography, novelty events and lots more. Check it out... Page 28

WONTHAGGI SHOWTIME

The Bass Coast Summer Ag Show and Ambassador’s Ball is on again! There’ll be stunt bikes, live music, woodchop, Fergie tractors, vintage vehicles, the carnival, show bags & heaps more... Page 4

SUMMER IN MARLO

Magical Marlo – where the Snowy meets the sea is a truly spectacular location, water sports heaven & fun ﬁlled Summer holiday location... Page 16

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Wellington Shire News

12 days of Christmas in Rosedale

Xmas Displays

Right: Poster for the Rosedale Kids Christmas Party. Below: Patrobus gets into the spirit of the season.

2013 Rosedale Shopkeepers Window Display inspiration: The Twelve Days of Christmas

Kids Christmas Party, Sat 21st December, Rosedale THE village of Rosedale, famous for its famous bakery, cafes, tea rooms and antique shops is really gearing up for the Christmas Season. On Saturday the 21st of December, from 5.30pm until 8pm, Rosedale is throwing a giant Kids Christmas Party with rides, jumping castle, Zorb balls, face painting, sausage sizzle, fairy ﬂoss and heaps more. The entire town is going all out during December, with many innovative Main Street retailers participating in coordinated window

displays, depicting the twelve days of Christmas. Rosedale’s Facebook page is being regularly updated as

the windows are taking shape. It also looks like there will be some Christmas lighting surprises in store.

Left circled: Zorb Ball action. Far left: Lords a Leaping taking shape.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me. 12 Drummers Drumming 11 Pipers Piping 10 Lords-a-Leaping 9 Ladies Dancing 8 Maids-a-Milking 7 Swans-a-Swimming 6 Geese-a-Laying 5 Gold Rings 4 Colly Birds (A Blackbird) 3 French Hens 2 Turtle Doves And a Partridge in a Pear Tree.

Home & Garden Market Sun, 29th December, 10am - 3pm Cobb & Co Stables 199 Raymond Street, Sale

Earn some cash for the New Year by selling your unwanted stuff, plants, craftwork etc at Cobb & Co Stables Market. Stalls are only $10 and will be inside Cobb & Co Stables and outside in the Desailly St car park. There’ll be jumping castles and face painting fun for the kids as well.

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Nanna Sally’s Sewing Service Basic Repairs @ Basic Prices Drop Off/Pickup Instore 7 Days, See Me Instore Mon,Wed,Fri Hemming,Zip Replacement, Button Replacement, Other Repairs By Quote, All Welcome - Refreshments Available 38 Sellings Lane, Maffra Vicroads Map 82 Ref H8 Signage To Property From Maffra Police Station Johnton St. (the main street) Maffra - distance 5km

Craft Classes Wed pm, 1-3, $15 Cobb & Co Stables 199 Raymond Street, Sale Ph: 0435 578 197

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Wellington Shire News

Christmas Eve at the Races

Tue, 24th December, 12am Sale Turf Club

SALE Turf Club celebrated its 150th birthday in 2012 making it one of the oldest and most respected racecourses in Country Victoria. With a wide sweeping track, Sale has seen some of Australia’s best racehorses learn their trade on the track. Horses such as Makybe Diva and Weekend Hustler have all run here. The course has 22 race meetings running over the 2013/2014 racing season, eleven of which are classiﬁed as ‘event days’. The upcoming Christmas Eve race day will be a fabulous way to ease into Christmas and a top entertainment option for rellies who arrive early for Christmas day celebrations. It’s a relaxed day with heaps for the kids to do, while you get a chance to unwind on the Club’s spacious lawns – a

great spot for a picnic while the horses fly past. Amenities are first class at the rejuvenated Greenwattle Racecourse, with a sponsors/function room above the administration building, Members’ lounge on the winning post, as well a public dining room and an owners a trainers bar. Event Days in the New Year: Australia Day – combined with a ‘Kids Day Out’ will be great fun and value for the whole family. The Sale Quality – run in February, the summer feature sprint race and the field always lives up to that name.

Circled: Food is available in the public dining room. Right: Relax with a picnic on the lawns. Below: Sale Turf Club is one of the oldest and most respected racecourses in country Victoria.

Merry Christmas!

Gippslands Largest Factory Bedding Outlet Introducing the new occasional living range which has just arrived at Signature Bedding!

Phone: 51447715 www.mattressbedssale.com.au

381-385 Corner of Raymond & Macarthur Streets, Sale 3850

Opening Hours 9am-5.30pm Monday-Friday 9am-3pm Saturday 11am-2pm Sunday

All Australian Made Lowest Prices for the Highest Quality

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Bass Coast Shire News Wonthaggi Fabrics & Beads Current season fabrics, patchwork, knitting wool, beads, buttons, patterns, trims and haberdashery. At Wonthaggi Fabrics & Beads we stock a range of current season dressmaking fabrics that includes knits and wovens. KwikSew, Butterick, Burda and Simplicity patterns in stock with Vogue available by order.Beads and jewellery making supplies. Knitting wool, needles, patterns and crochet hooks available. Haberdashery items along with expert advice are always on hand. (03) 5672 3930 123 Graham St Wonthaggi 3995

Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

www.basscoastpaintball.com Kids Splatmaster Paintball for kids and family 12 years and up.

Great For Birthdays, Bucks/ Hens Nights and Break-ups!

Show Week in Wonthaggi WONTHAGGI plays host to the Ambassadors Ball and the Bass Coast Agricultural Show in January and there is plenty of great entertainment for all...

The Bass Coast Show Ambassadors Ball Sat January 4th

The Bass Coast Show Ambassadors Ball, Saturday January 4th, will launch Show Week this year. Ashley Lamers, a young and energetic committee member is the Show’s Ambassador and will MC the evening. Monies raised from this event will be channelled 50/50 into two very worthy local causes via the Jamiee Eddy and Tauri Litchfield Memorial Trust. Disadvantaged young people attending the local Secondary College will be able to access new opportunities to explore Art in memory of Jamiee’s passion and Water Sports in honor of Tauri Litchfield. If you would like to sponsor this event please contact Ashley 0412 300 456. Tickets can be pre-purchased for $35 from the Wonthaggi Club, otherwise entry is $40 at the door. There will be an auction on the night with a broad range of special items to bid on. Ticket prices include finger food, a $10 drink card and an amazing performance by Red Sector!

Bull Racing Australia

Entry...

● A framed Signed Marcos Ambrose Limited Edition shirt – Donated by Marcos Ambrose Motor Sport ● An unframed Signed Marcos Ambrose Limited Edition shirt – Donated by Marcos Ambrose Motor Sport

Show day: Saturday 11th Family Group Ticket: $30 (2 Adults & 3 Children) Adults: $15 Children: Under 14 years: $5, Under 5 years FREE Pensioner card holders: $5 (present card at the gate)

SHOW WEEKEND

Sat 11th & Sun 12th January

The Bass Coast Summer Agricultural Show, at the Wonthaggi Show Ground Recreation Reserve, will play host to stunt motorbikes, live music, roving entertainment, the woodchop arena, Clydesdales, Fergie tractors, vintage vehicles, livestock, chooks, Dog Fly Ball, snakes, the animal nursery, a craft exhibition, horticulture exhibits, photography, cookery, carnival amusements, show bags, commercial trade sites and displays by environmental and community groups. Sunday will showcase the Equestrian Show – a

Pre-Show Group Entry – Exhibitors: $25 (for entry fees sent with form) Equestrian-only Day: Sunday 12th $15 per vehicle for Exhibitors General Admission: FREE

great opportunity to see horses and ponies of Royal show standard in a relaxed, picnic atmosphere. For more info visit the website at www.basscoastagshow.org.au Phone: 56 72 3259 Email: basscoastagshow@hotmail.com or enquiries@basscoastagshow.org.au

Some auction highlights include:

● A signed and Framed Australian Cricket shirt – Donated by the Australian Cricket Team

426 West Creek Rd, Wonthaggi 3995

Ph: 56724109 Mob: 0413693376

● A signed and framed Red Bull V8 Racing shirt -Signed by Craig Lowndes, Jamie Whincup and Casey Stoner – Donated by Red

A Kawasaki Whip Industries stunt rider in action.

BASS COAST SUMMER AGRICULTURAL SHOW Sat. Jan.11 Wonthaggi Rec Res

Entry : Group Ticket: $30 (2 adult + 3 children) Adults: $15 Pensioner (card required) & Child over 5 & under 14: $5 Enq:56 723 259 basscoastagashow@hotmail.com : www.basscoastagshow.org.au : Facebook & Twitter

Island Marquees and Wonthaggi Amcal Pharmacy Woodchop Including a Victorian State title qualifying Event (Check timetable on day)

Woodchop Arena - near Alex Scott Pavilion.

Trimmer Tree, Coastal Fresh Peas & PD Allan Entertainment Arena Music ,Entertainment, Fun 10am - 4pm

Entertainment Arena No 1 Oval

Island Secure Storage Dog Flyball

All Day

Dog Fly ball Arena No 2 Oval

CFA,SES demonstrations & displays

All Day

Holden Australia Equestrian Show Poultry exhibition, Egg laying, Ducks

Adjacent to Main Arena

All Day

Holden Australia Arena

All Day

Poultry Pavilion

Clydesdales/Heavy horses, Harry Fergie Tractors, Bass Coast Vintage Cars All day Leongatha Medieval Tournament

All Day

Perimeter to main arena

Coates Hire proudly supports Black Snake Productions KFC supported Clown, stilt walker, circus workshop

All Day

10am-2pm

Alex Scott & Staff Creative Arts,Craft needlework Wylies Truevalue Hardware Horticulture Bakers Delight Home produce All Day

Stockdale & Leggo Beef cattle judging V.L.E. Junior Competitions- Handling & grooming

Trimmer Tree, Coastal Fresh Peas PD Allan Registered Builder

ENTERTAINMENT ARENA PROGRAM 6 hours of continuous fabulous entertainment engaging with the Show day crowd

Buskers

Near Alex Scott Pavilion All over the place Alex Scott & Staff Creative Arts Pavilion Table tennis rooms

RACV Wonthaggi Shop Photography Exhibition Delicious Nolan (Insanknitty) Display and Yarn bombing

Doug Goodman One Man Band

Perimeter main arena

All Day

Angling Club rooms All over the place Stockdale & Leggo Cattle Exhibition Arena Near Show rooms

All Day

All over the place

Barn buddies- Animal nursery, Alpacas & Pigs Nick Nicholas magician and comedian

All Day

Near Poultry pavilion

All Day

Carnival, sideshows, show bags and rides Commercial stalls and stands – huge variety

Every where

All Day

Perimeter Main Arena

All Day

All over the place

10.00 am

Wonthaggi Citizens Band

10.30 am

Geoffrey W. Graham (also entertains & MC between acts )

Devonshire teas, Sandwiches – Wonthaggi Tennis Club

11.00 am

Bethany Fisher –"Interactive, non-stop singing and dancing for the whole family to your favourite songs by One Direction, High School Musical, Austin and Ally, Hannah Montana and many more."

Wonthaggi Historical Society, Australian Rare Flora & Fauna South Gippsland Animal Aid – Paws Galore All Day

Alex Scott Pavilion and verandah

11.45 am

WHIP Industries –Motocross stunt performers with amazing natural ability and a huge bag of tricks. Exciting daredevils and just breathtaking

Near Dog Fly Ball

12.30pm

Official opening-Honorable Ken Smith Presentation to recipients following the Show Ball

LIVING HEALTHY – BASS COAST BCSC Healthy Communities Initiative with Bass Coast Community Health Service & Wonthaggi Community Garden Cooking demos of healthy summer recipes 10.30am & 12.30pm Frisbee Golf course with clinics at 11.00am and 1.00pm;

12.45pm

Nick Nicholas magician and comedian

South Gippsland Hydro (Water) Station near main Arena

Perimeter Main Arena

Tom Green – years of guitar playing and singing…… Music is his life

Woodcrafters Woodturning & Children with wood

Angling Club rooms

2.00 pm

Paul McPhail Kelpies, sheep and ducks

2.45 pm

Wulaba African Drummers 45 min

Tubby the Robot

All over the place

3.30 pm

WHIP Industries Stunt Motor Bikes 45 min

1.15 pm

Program may be subject to last minute changes & times are approximate. Apologies for any inconvenience

Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve Pedestrian Entry

All day

All Day

10 am-4pm

Show Rooms Verandah

Island Marquees Sun shade for General Public usage

All over the place

Sunday - John and Margaret Oldham Equestrian Arena featuring Landmark Open Hack and Pony Rings

Main Arena

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LaTrobe Shire News

The Musical Incubator THE Gippsland Acoustic Music Club Inc has been supporting music in Gippsland since 1982. Acoustic music covers a broad spectrum and the Club plays host to many variations of the genre, from folksy guitar music to mellow blues, acapella to jazz and music from other cultures – Celtic, Irish, African and Reggae for example. Australian ‘home grown’ varieties also feature and local musicians often perform their own compositions. Supper is held at intermission and is a great opportunity to socialize and acquire a new CD for your collection – from local, national and international performers. You can become a member for a nominal yearly fee and receive the monthly newsletter and reduced door prices. Membership is available on club nights or by mail. General admission on Club Nights costs $15 for an adult, $10 members/concession, children and U18/students are free. When special invited acts perform, the prices are increased to cover the additional costs. More info at: www.musicclub.org.au

Club Nights Summer Music Camp

7th-9th February, 2014 Forest Lodge, Jack River, Yarram Bookings required via the website. First Sunday of the month: Club nights at Tyers Community Hall, 7.45pm First Wednesday of the month: Traralgon Ukulele Strum Group, CWA Hall Traralgon, 7.30pm Second Wednesday of the month: Stringbusters Jam Group “Jambusters”, Yinnar Pub, 7pm Third Thursday of the month: Strzelecki Seisiun Celtic music, mainly instrumental, at Grand Ridge Brewery, Mirboo North 7.30pm. Last Wednesday of the month: Strzelecki Stringbusters perform, often with guests, at the Yinnar Pub, 7.30pm. Bookings for meals essential. Image circled: Uke Muster IV, in October .

Baw Baw Shire News

Gone Fishing Destination Gippsland, our peak tourism body, recently released the Inspiring Gippsland Fishing Guide at the Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort as part of the Mt Baw Baw Fly Fishing competition in late November. Andrew Wilson, Marketing Manager at Destination Gippsland launched the Guide. Locals and visitors are really spoilt for choice when it comes to angling in the region. With the largest inland waterway in Australia and several major tributaries flowing through the landscape let alone the coast, there are plenty of fishing options to pursue. The Guide maps hotspots for coastal, lake and river fishing. It is aimed at

both new and experienced anglers and does a great job of showcasing one of Australia’s most abundant destinations for recreational fishing. Other features of the comprehensive Guide include maps detailing fishing platforms, boat ramps, fuel points and other facilities to make fishing trips safer and easier. The easy-to-use layout enables people to get started, with licensing and safety advice, finding their next fishing spot and working out which rig and method to use. The guide is available at Gippsland Visitor Information Centre’s and online at www. inspiringgippslandfishing.com.au

Above: Out now – the Inspiring Gippsland Fishing Guide. Circled: Trolling rigging diagram.

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East Gippsland – Summer Fun in Lakes Entrance

Wake up to the call of nature in the heart of town. Central location short walk to 90 Mile Beach, eateries, clubs & shops. * Spacious Log Cottages in a garden setting * Solar heated pool, garden spa * Own kitchen, laundry, lounge, 1,2 & 3 bedroom, veranda’s & mobile BBQs, * Drive through boat parking * Free fishing advice. Ideal for couples or families

We’re all going on a Summer Holiday IT’S heating up in Lakes Entrance as the beautiful seaside town gears up for its regular inﬂux of Summer visitors. The popular tourist destination has loads of activities planned for the whole family over the holiday season. This New Year’s Eve the annual Skyfest ﬁreworks display promises to be the best in its 60 year history with a whole range of events organised

for the evening, leading up to a spectacular crescendo at midnight. There’ll actually be two ﬁreworks displays – one at 9.30pm for the kids and the later session at midnight. The show is becoming more spectacular each year with leading ﬁreworks pyrotechnicians and family business “Foti International” in charge of proceedings. Fireworks have been a tradition for

the Foti family since 1793. Australia’s most awarded fireworks company as well as Australia’s largest fireworks manufacturer and display operator, Foti have designed and produced fireworks for Sydney’s New Year’s Eve every year since 1997, Turkish National Day Celebration in Istanbul and Foti were the official pyrotechnic consultants, designers and suppliers for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Sydney 2000 Olympics games. So, with the fireworks in expert hands, let’s get onto the music, you can’t have a party without it. This year crowd favourites the Rusty Nails will return to head the line up. They will be ably supported by a plethora of local talent including an Aboriginal dance performance.

The Front Lake jetties.

Fish A Fare Open 7 Days a Week - 11:00 AM Onwards

509 The Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, 3909

5155 4545

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East Gippsland – Summer Fun in Lakes Entrance What’s On... Family Festival Carnival All Summer Free Kids Activities. In excess of 20 Carnival rides, games & amusements will be on the Foreshore this year from December 21 ‘till the end of the Holidays. Bigger & better than last year. See Page 9 for times.

Up to 20,000 people will attend Skyfest at New Years, making it the most popular festival in East Gippsland. Festivities start at 5pm on the foreshore near the footbridge and finish with the midnight fireworks display. Skyfest is an alcohol free event. This year there is a bonus attraction in the form of aerobatic stunt pilot Andrew Temby and his flying machine. An avid motor enthusiast for as long as he can remember, Andrew constructs and maintains his own aircraft, most notably the Aerostar Yak-52TW. “They have a real war-bird feel to them,” says Andrew noting that the

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roar of the plane’s supercharged ninecylinder engine is a spectacle in itself. The aircraft was originally built in 2004 by Aerostar in Romania, registered in the USA and ﬁnally exported to Australia in 2007. One of the few low level Australian airshow pilots and Australian and Victorian Aerobatic Champion for several years, Andrew has performed aerobatics at numerous shows, events and festivals, including formation displays in many types of aircraft. The amusement carnival is also back and is based on the foreshore again, after being moved inland over recent years. It’s such a summer thing to do, the kids will love it. There will be rides for the littlies,

sideshows and some adrenalin rush options for the big kids. The carnival will be in full swing around December 21 and extend through the entire summer holiday period, until the end of January. There’ll also be free activities organised by the town’s folk on the foreshore – including the ever popular Duck Races, face painting, balloon making, discos and a Petting Farm (see the breakout panel at right for more details). So get into the summer carnival atmosphere and have a great time at Lakes. Have a happy & safe New Year!

Circled above: The Carnival is at Lakes Entrance all Summer. Top left: Lone ﬁsherman on Ninety Mile beach. Circled: Skyfest ﬁreworks on New Year’s eve. Below: Surf Lifesavers on patrol.

Skyfest Lake Entrance New Years Eve Fireworks held at 9.30pm and midnight, aerobatics, live music and heaps more...

All images courtesy lakesentrance.com

Above: The crowd gathers for the Duck Races. Duck Races: Win $250 Cash Plus FREE Kids Activities on the Foreshore In January Thurs, 2nd 2-4pm: Free Petting Farm Thurs, 9th 2-4pm: Kids Disco Party Thurs, 16th 2-4pm: Balloon Twisting Sun, 26th: Petting Farm & Face Painting Duck Race on above days at 4.30 pm. Ducks on sale 2pm from the Footbridge or at The Hub at 10 Myer St.

More info at: www.lakesentrance.com Get the Lakes Entrance App, see Page 8

Stop Fishing Shop! Lakes Entrance Kids’ Carnival Brand New Air Bot Slide , Our Best One Ever

Sideshows Rides Jumping Castles Cup & Saucer

Fairy Floss Sweet & Sour Snow Cones Fruit Liquorice

December 26th Onwards

Between McDonald’s & Caltex Service Station, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909

Live Bait, Sandworm, Shrimp, Rods, Reels, Tackle & Accessories

Riviera Bait Supplies

243 Esplanade, Lakes Entrance, Vic 3909

ZORB BALLS

Only at Youth & Rec Centre, Church Street

Ph:(03) 5155 2263

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - EARLY UNTIL LATE

Enquiries Phone Steve on: 0400 403 602

Paynesville New Year’s Eve One Night Only Huge Carnival Part of Lions Club New Year Eve Celebrations Cantonese 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 Sundays from Noon till 2:00pm

www.floatingdragon.com.au 160 Esplanade, Western Boat Harbour, Lakes Entrance

d icense L y l l u F O) (no BY

For Reservations

Ph 03 5155 1400

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East Gippsland – Summer Fun in Lakes Entrance

Get the Lakes App

One of Gippsland's top clubs, this spacious hub of activity is a great place to meet with friends, relax, or enjoy a truly special night out. The Lakes Sports and Community Club was formed in 2009 to support our local Associations and Sports Clubs. We are constantly improving the club, and provide regular financing to our numerous community and sports clubs in our region.

NOT many towns have their own App but if your visiting the Gippsland Lakes and Lakes Entrance in particular, you’re in luck. The lakesentrance.com App provides you with loads of local knowledge, making your visit an even better experience. The App’s creators have loaded a comprehensive and regularly updated source of information, giving you the

inside track on local drives, walks, bike trails, beaches, markets, the best ﬁshing spots and events. The Fishing Report is automatically updated on a weekly basis, along with live weather and tide reports. The App comes in both Android and IOS formats. Download from their website. Feedback is very welcome. www.lakesentrance.com

About What the App covers: STAY: Online accommodation booking, as well as listings of 100’s of local Motels, Apartments, Cabins and Caravan Parks. EAT: Fine Restaurants, Local Cafe’s, Take-away, Pubs & Clubs. SHOPPING: Ranging from the local butcher, fruit and veg, clothing, surf shops and sporting goods. TO DO: Fishing Report with weekly updates, Walks, Drives, Beaches, Bike Trails, Markets, Boat Hire and Cruises. Boat Ramps, Tides, Local Cinema schedule. EVENTS: Current Events and Activities going on in Lakes Entrance.

Lunch and Dinner 7 Days a Week Lunch 12pm till 2.30 pm Dinner 6.00 pm till 8.30 pm Monday - Saturday 10.00 am until late

38 Church St Lakes Entrance Vic 3909

Sunday 11.00 am until late

Tel: 03 5155 3500 Fax: 03 5155 4013

Public Holidays 11.00 am until late

manager@thelakes-scc.com.au

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.

AND MORE: Internet Cafes. Lakes Entrance Tourism Facebook Page, Real Estate Agents, Hairdressers, Health and Medical, Weather updates, Emergency Services, Local Newspaper, Churches and Retreats, Sporting Clubs, Public Toilets, Community Clubs, East Gippsland Shire.

Lakesentrance.com App screenshots

KIDZ BIZ Kidz Biz offers maternity wear, baby and childrens wear from birth to teens. Also stocking gifts and accessories for mums and kids. Mon - Fri: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

377A Esplanade Lakes Entrance, Victoria 3909

(03) 5155 5846

Scenic Eco Cruises – aboard the historic Lonsdale ferry

Come experience the natural beauty of the Gippsland Lakes

3 hour cruise!

Departs 1pm daily

Cunningham Quay – Lakes Entrance

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

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

Holiday Fun For All!

Across Footbridge, Lakes Entrance VIC 3909 Phone: 03 5155 2753 Mobile: 0419 552 753

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South Gippsland Shire News

Soul Sizzler...

Sat 4th January

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

MOSSVALE Park, South Gippsland, is a sublime setting for the annual ‘Summer of Soul’ event, proudly presented by the renowned Lyrebird Arts Council. The Council has a reputation for attracting an extremely high standard of acts and the one day event is always a great success. BYO a picnic or graze from a tantalising array of food and wine vendors. You can bring your own alcoholic beverages.

About the Music The fuzzy guitars, roomy drums and pounding bass lines of indie rock psychedelic band Pony Face will kick off the day’s entertainment. Followed by Hiatus Kaiyote, an eclectic band that can’t be easily pinpointed. Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, Tupac Shakur, Flying Lotus, traditional ﬂamenco and music from Mali and Colombia have all inﬂuenced the group. Whilst the next two bands up don’t strictly play soul music they do have massive soul IN their music. The Bombay Royale, a Melbourne band dedicated to honouring and reviving the funky, bizarre and mysterious music of vintage Indian cinema, performs a riotously colourful live show. In addition to being a fabulous spectacle, the 11-piece band comprises some of Melbourne’s most seasoned musicians. After three years in the wilderness, Melbourne cult heroes The Basics Right: Lee Fields & The Expressions at Luxor in Cologne, Germany. Photography by: Fabian Stuertz. Front cover: Clairy Browne and the Bangin’ Rackettes.

announce their return! The Basics will be celebrating their catalogue of good-time genre-bending classics, with their latest single “So Hard For You” showcasing the gritty live sound that has come to define the band. Fierce leading lady Clairy Browne and her harmonizing girl group, the Bangin’ Rackettes are up next. The nine piece rhythm and blues big band will take you through the hardhitting sounds of northern soul, jump blues, doo-wop, ska and gospel with influences ranging from Etta James, Tina Turner and Prince to D’Angelo and Salt n’ Peppa. There aren’t too many artists making soul music today who had a release in 1969; Lee Fields, however, is one such artist – or maybe he’s better labelled a phenomenon. With a play list that ranges from James Brown-style funk to lo-fi blues to contemporary Southern soul, Lee Fields has done it all. Today, with band The Expressions, Lee Fields continues to evolve into the group’s sweeping, string-laden, cinematic soul sound. Their first full-length track, My World, released in June 2009 on Truth & Soul, was called “one smoking mother of an oldsound soul record” and a “throwback done right” by the Pitchfork music review site.

Details THE LINE UP ● ● ● ● ●

Pony Face Hiatus Kaiyote Bombay Royale The Basics Clairy Browne and the Bangin’ Rackettes ● Lee Fields Gates open at 1pm and the music kicks off at 3pm.

TICKETS:

Pre-Purchased: Concession $70/Adults $80 (+booking fees) 14 years and under FREE Online: Purchase tickets online via the Oztix tab at www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au Via email: lyrebirdarts@hotmail.com (bank account direct debit) Via local ticket outlets: Gecko Studio Gallery, Fish Creek Duck Hutt, Meeniyan Main Street Revelations, Foster Dear Antiques, Leongatha Continental Drift, Mirboo North Upbeet Cafe & Juice Bar, Wonthaggi ‘Book and Massage’, 17 A’Beckett St, Inverloch Windmill Cafe, Leongatha Ticket outlets only accept CASH At the Gate on the Day: Concession $80 / Adults $90 Enquiries: Phone 5664 9239 NO DOGS ALLOWED Transport Bus from Inverloch: 1.30pm Bus from Leongatha: 2pm Bus bookings & enquiries: Westernport Road Lines: 5662 2891

Fostering a creative life ORIGINALLY called Stockyard Creek, after the stream which still flows through the centre of the town, Foster, was later named after the first adjudicating magistrate in 1871. That’s where Stockyard Gallery, a community not-for-profit art gallery run entirely by volunteers, has taken its name. The gallery has been designed with a well-lit exhibition space and mounts a new show every 2 to 4 weeks. It’s a brilliant showcase opportunity for the work of many talented Gippsland artists. The audience comprises both the local community and the many visitors to the region, especially during summer. Under the auspices of the South Gippsland Shire Council, the gallery opened in May 1991 and with the wonderful work of successive teams of volunteers the gallery and its activities have steadily developed. One of the most exciting initiatives by the gallery is the upcoming The Life Aquatic Small Canvas Exhibition and Competition, now an inaugural event.

Calling all Artists This years theme for The Life Aquatic is ‘Impressions of Coastal Life in South Gippsland’. Artists and hobbyists have until 11am 22nd January to create their works. See the website for all entry conditions. An initial Launch Party will be

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held at the gallery on Friday January 24 from 5pm to 7pm and everyone is invited. The ofﬁcial canvases are now available, see the breakout panel at right for details.

Criteria: As long as the ofﬁcial 2014 (20 x 20cm) framed canvases are used and the measurement of 20 x 20 cm is not exceeded, the depth is up to the artist, which means the artwork can be 2D or 3D. There is no limit on the number of entries; it can be a single entry, a diptych, a triptych, a tetraptych, a qiadriptych, pentapych, hexaptych, heptaptych or an octaptych! It’s up to the artist. (Note: canvases must not be joined together in any way). Any medium and material can be used: paint, pencil, photography, mosaic, textiles, ceramic, metal or glass for example. Some great prizes are in the ofﬁng for winning artworks in the categories of Best in Show ($500), second place 2D and 3D ($250 each), second place photographic/digital ($250) and Peoples’ Choice ($500). There are also prizes for Primary and Secondary student entries. The winning artworks will be announced at a barbecue event on Saturday, February 9th at 12noon. Festivities will include food, wine and music.

Pick up an information leaﬂet at Stockyard Gallery located at the roundabout corner of Main Street and McDonald Street, Foster. Drop in for some great gift ideas and regularly changing exhibitions.

Below: Last year’s The Life Aquatic First Prize winner: Alvina BishopEdwards, “At Sea”.

What’s happening at Stockyard Gallery Life Aquatic Launch Party

Artists pick up your canvas at these venues:

Winning Entries Announcement Party

● Swanlee Art and Craft Leongatha (5662 3091)

Fri January 24th at Stockyard Gallery

Sat February 9th

Enter: Ofﬁcial Life Aquatic

2014 canvases are now available with payment of the $15 entry fee. (Primary students $5). Entries close 11am 22nd Jan.

● Stockyard Gallery, Foster (open daily)

● Morwell Art and Framing (5134 5515) ● Gecko Studio Gallery, Fish Creek (5683 2481) ● Wonthaggi ArtSpace Community Gallery (5672 1415) Both the Gecko Studio Gallery and the Wonthaggi ArtSpace Community Gallery are open Thursday through to Monday.

Above: Helen Wilkinson works on paper. Below: Grant Flather, wire work.

Upcoming exhibitions: Thur 5th – 17th December South Gippsland Secondary College VCE Arts & Technology Folio exhibition

Fri 20th December – Thurs 23rd January Life Forms – Mixed media works Grant Flather & Helen Wilkinson On Opening night, 5th December, there will be live music.

Below: Talented local arts and technology students will showing until mid December.

Stockyard Gallery is open from 10am to 4pm (except Christmas Day & Boxing Day ) and can be contacted on 5682 1125 or email stockyardgallery@dcsi.net.au www.stockyardgallery.org

STOCKYARD GALLERY LIFE AQUATIC 2014

We Specialize in Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee and Drinks. Walk-Ins Welcome, Good For Groups, Good For Kids, Take Out, Catering, Outdoor Seating Plus Much More.

Annual Small Canvas Exhibition & Competition January 24 - February 17 OPENING LAUNCH PARTY Friday Jan 24 Between 5 -7pm WINNERS ANNOUNCED on BBQ Sunday February 9 at 12 Noon

(03) 5682 2587

30 Main Street, Foster 3960

Toora & District Community Bank® Branch and Foster branch

$670,000

1st Prize $500. People’s Choice $500. ENTER NOW grab a canvas and share your impression of coastal life in South Gippsland. Many prizes to be won. Come along to both events and enjoy some great art, food, music and wine. All Welcome.

in community contributions Toora & District Community Bank® Branch and Foster branch has contributed more than $670,000 to local community groups and not-for-profit organisations, like Prom Country Aged Care Inc, thanks to U. That’s because with every savings or investment account, every home or personal loan, and every product or service we offer, money goes back into our community. So make a difference – to your own banking and your community. Drop into your nearest branch at 48 Stanley Street, Toora, 5686 2000 or 68 Main Street, Foster 5682 2287. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. S42951-4 (199536_v2) (6/11/2013)

Open 7 days a Week from 10am to 4pm Cnr Main & McDonald Sts Foster 3960 03 56821125 stockyardgallery@dcsi.net.au

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Local Xmas Food & Gifts Bikes - Sales - Service - Hire Why not hire bikes for your holiday in the Bass Coast – Ride the spectacular, Bass Coast Rail Trail and take in the views, with plenty of things to see and do along the way. Helmets and locks are included in the price.

Christmas Day Survival Tips CHRISTMAS is a time of celebration and sharing quality time with family and friends. If you are cooking for the family on the day, best to plan ahead otherwise you’ll be totally worn out before you get the chance to enjoy it! Start Now Don’t procrastinate, do it or write it down. Getting things out of your head and done or onto paper makes for a clearer mind and gives an empowering sense of satisfaction.

The Food Shop Shopping seems like an endless task at Christmas, so make a master-shopping list of everything you will need, including equipment. Break it down into smaller lists based on where you will go to get the items you need. Also divide the list into perishable and non-perishable goods including drinks and buy all the nonperishables well in advance and get them out of the way. Order any specialist goods

(perishable and non-perishable) ahead of time, for example butchers are encouraging their customers to order meats now, make sure you don’t miss out, it’s also one less thing to think about. Perishable goods don’t need to be bought on Christmas Eve. Buy them a day or two before and store them in the fridge. One extra point: Don’t start experimenting on Christmas day unless its something really simple.

At The 3 Cheeky Monkeys we stock European and wooden toys that require NO batteries - only your imagination.

10-4.30 Mon - Thur 10-5 Fri, Sat, Sun 3/97 Princes Hwy, Yarragon, Victoria 3823 What was once the original office for the Mirboo North Butter Factory is now home to The Artisans Store. You'll find innovative pieces from local artists with stock consistently changing as new wares come in. Currently there are 40 Artists displaying all manner of original items including, Jewellery, clothing, sculpture, paintings, fine art, organic soaps, reed duffusers, candles and much more. You'll want to allow time to spend in this distictive space as the colour, textures, and array of creative ideas will have you spellbound. For that unique gift you will definitely have plenty to choose from at The Artisans Store.

Opening Hours

Tue - Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat - Sun 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

View our delicious range of Licorice, Chocolates, Jellies, Musks, Boiled Lollies, Marshmallows, Fudge, Lollipops, Nougat, Cordials and Soft Drinks.

Ph: 0427 920 730 eva@theartisansstore.com.au www.theartisansstore.com.au 81B Ridgway, Mirboo North 3871

Ph: (03) 5634 2861

melissa@the3cheekymonkeys.com.au

Hollie’s Closet Ladies Wear

We are able to deliver excellent quality range of products/services. Our clients appreciate the quality, performance and functional competence that are offered by us. We are highly efficient and implement the innovative ideas in the process to meet industry standards. We have well trained and well educated staff who are always ready for customer services. We have gained our top position in market with the help of our dedicated staff members.

Ph: (03) 5126 1166 Fax: (03) 5126 1199 80 Albert St, Moe 3825

Open 7 Days 10am to 5pm

1/101 Princes Hwy Yarragon VIC 3823 (03) 5634 2012

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Local Xmas Food & Gifts Delegate Make a list of the jobs you can delegate – peeling the potatoes, polishing the cutlery, cooking the different cuts of meat at other family members houses – remember it’s about everyone enjoying themselves. People are happy to contribute and ﬂuff about in the kitchen it’s all part of the celebration. Time Plan Making a time plan for Christmas day is time well-spent. Not only does it help in organising the cooking, it also organises your mind. As jobs keep popping into your mind, write them down and slot them into the plan. Time for a bit of relaxing between jobs is also an important factor for your overall enjoyment of the experience.

Jobs you just don’t think about There are a few jobs that are often overlooked and will make Christmas cooking easier. Sharpen knives including the carving knife well in advance. Makes all the chopping, peeling and carving so much easier. Clean out the freezer well before Christmas and make space for all the food to be stored together in one place. Rummaging through an overstocked, messy freezer will do your head in. A week before Christmas give the fridge a good sort through and clean and make space for storage – time for all the old jars and leftovers to get the heave ho. Deep clean the oven, or better yet get the bloke to do the meat in a convection barbie.

They love carving meat too. Another delegation done! OR DINE OUT Another option would be to go out and have your celebration catered at one of many ﬁne eating establishments that are open Christmas Day. Avail yourself of their ﬁne Christmas spreads and that way all you have to do is laugh, talk, eat, get home and have a good lie down, that’s if you are not rushing off to another do. Above all take it easy, better to get where you’re going in one piece than not at all. Maintaining a relaxed attitude will make the day so much more enjoyable. Have a fabulous Chrissy Day from the team at Gippslander!

Christmas Gift Ideas We have some fantastic retailers throughout the towns of Gippsland. Here’s just a few ideas to get you started.

Below: Lakes Golf Club lessons are another great gift idea.

Below: Three Cheeky Monkeys in Yarragon have a large range of innovative gift ideas for kids.

Above: Saltbush Cafe in Morwell stocks boutique beers for the connoisseur.

Circled: Make up your own colourful gift at Penny Worth O Lollies in Yarragon. Right: The Artisans Store in Mirboo north stocks one off pieces for that special someone.

Left: Crossover Cycles in Wonthaggi not only has a massive range of bicycles they also provide a bike hire service. Consider buying an experience for Christmas.

Left: Order you meat cuts now, it’ll be one less detail to think about. Circled: Lakes Golf Club is putting on a sumptuous Christmas Lunch. Right: High tea at Saltbush is a great entertainment option if you have relatives staying over.

Lakes Entrance Golf Club Function Centre

Fairways Function Centre - Situated at the Lakes Entrance Golf Club. Let Us Create the Ambience for Your Special Event The Lake Room The Lorikeet Room The Lake Room is the larger The Lorikeet Room is a totally of our function rooms and private and relaxing room within the Lakes Entrance Golf Club, is the perfect choice for any featuring a delightful aspect event. Offering a private created by a view onto the lush bar with its own lighting and sound system, the Lake Room golf course. The Lorikeet Room contains its own dance floor, is sure to impress your guests lighting and sound system. whatever the occasion.

Function Centre: 0448 306 688 functions@lakesentrancegolf.com.au Golf Links Road, Lakes Entrance 3909

Trafalgar Butcher Sausage King Winners 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011. Victoria's Best Kabana 2011. *Spit Hire *Private Packaging *Gourmet Meats *Home Made Bacon & Hams

Now taking orders for all your Christmas needs; hams, chooks, roast, pork, chicken, lamb, beef, ducks, bbq meats, so don’t forget to order early to avoid missing out. Opening Hours Mon - Sun: 7:00 am - 5:45 pm

4/3 Contingent St, Trafalgar 3824 (03) 5633 1194

Omeo High Country Meats

Omeo High Country Meats is a locally owned Butcher. We provide top quality produce with a smile!

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Order Now For Christmas

180 Day Ave Omeo 3898 (03) 5159 1527 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee, Drinks Happy Hour 4.30pm - 5.30pm Everyday $3.00 Pots, $4.00 Wine Burger night has been moved from Tuesday the 24th December to Monday the 23rd December 5pm start till late. We are open for breakfast and lunch on the 24th December only closing at 3pm. Back to normal on the 2nd January 2014.

Restaurant & Cafe

Mon: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Tue - Sat: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm 148 Commercial Rd, Morwell 3840 Ph: (03) 5134 8550

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Neerim South – Town of the month

Innovation meets imagination

Tales from a small community with big ideas

Neerim South and surrounds is moving ahead; with arts, business and community networks all beneﬁting from a robust community spirit that really believes in itself. Here’s just some success story highlights...

Transformational Arts

In collaboration with land owners and the broader community, extensive experience and a strong reputation, LandGipps is expertly equipped to allow land owners to realise the value of their land whilst enhancing the quality of life in Gippsland. LandGipps is committed to developing new places where you can best enjoy the Gippsland way of life. Friendly neighbourhoods where people interact and look out for each other. Meet, play, relax, exercise, enjoy all in one community. Wide open spaces, activities and people to discover. A place where you can live life to it’s fullest. A place you are proud to call home.

(03) 5623 4053 or 1300 545 263 davidsowerby@landgipps.com.au 9 Burke St, Warragul 3820

The Neerim District Progress Association has successfully obtained a grant of $350,000 from the Regional Arts Victoria “Transform Small Towns through the Arts” initiative. The grant is awarded for programs that promote the arts and provide a legacy of arts events and activities that continue to enhance and improve towns using arts as the vehicle. One such project, the Neerim Bower – inspired the town’s Wetlands, will be a large piece of signiﬁcant public art placed at the town’s entrance and surrounded by landscaped gardens featuring indigenous plantings

Bendigo Bank

Neerim District Community Bank® Branch recently awarded its 2013 grants, bringing the total community contributions to $1.6 million since the branch opened in July 2000. Neerim District Financial Services Chairman Paul Bright said the breadth of the branch’s grants program was an “exceptional achievement for a small community and shows the foresight of the community members who set up the branch 13 years ago”. “Their vision of a locally owned and operated branch working to serve its community has certainly come to fruition” he said. This year seven community groups in the Neerim, Buln Buln, Nilma North and Noojee areas received grants totalling more than $56,136.22.

and symbolizing the community’s commitment to place. Other initiatives include a prestigious biennial arts competition where one piece will be selected and installed in town on an ongoing basis. A wide range of community events are scheduled throughout 2014. These include artist in residence programs for both the Primary and the Secondary schools and a variety of arts workshops run by local artists. In addition a community arts prize will provide everyone the opportunity to participate and perhaps win a valuable prize. The year will culminate in the Grant recipients included: ● Neerim District Playgroup: $1328.70 for playground expansion. ● Neerim Memorial Hall - $2113.52 new hot water unit. ● Buln Buln Football Club - $2194 replace line marker. ● Noojee Primary School - $2500 install a swing back basketball ring the school hall. ● Nilma North CFA - $3000 for ofﬁce equipment. ● Neerim South Recreation Reserve Committee of Management $20,000 to extend the verandah of the main pavillion over the spectator viewing area. ● Neerim District Soldiers Memorial Hospital - $25,000 to upgrade operating theatre equipment.

The projects would beneﬁt the entire

Above: The Neerim Bower concept.

Neerim District Arts Festival to be held on 26th October. Neerim community. The branch’s partnership with the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s philanthropic arm, Community Enterprise Foundation™, which facilitates the allocation of funds has enabled local organisations to share in the success. Youth Foundation Neerim District, which operates under the auspices of the Neerim District Community Bank® Branch, also made presentations to two organisations at the grants night: ● Neerim South Primary School – $1000 for a “Healthy Eating, Healthy Lifestyle” program. ● East Tarago Venturers Unit – $1000 to help the newly formed joint unit.

Grants were selected by the youth who participate in the Youth Foundation as projects of signiﬁcant interest and value to them.

WEDDING GUIDE Feature coming to Gippslander in the New Year!

Focussing on Niche Visitor Markets

RENEE Ricci, an Event management and touring expert with over a decade of experience working in the Yarra Valley, has moved her focus and her life to Bass Coast. With a thorough understanding of the Yarra Valley’s increasing profile as a destination for tours, events and functions, including some of her own experiences as coordinator for Grape Grazing Festivals and Hen’s Tours, Renee is on a mission to bring the same growth to Bass Coast. Renee says “I fell in love with the area some time ago. I’ve been taking my holidays here since ‘99 and now that I’m a resident I want to see this region experience the same kind of growth that I witnessed in the Yarra Valley. “Philip Island, in particular, is very good at drawing visitors to attractions, but I can see scope for more. Pushing Bass Coast as a romantic location to stage your wedding is what I am currently focussed on. I want to use my knowledge of Yarra Valley’s developing story as a function destination and apply it here. “We can spread the benefits to a broad range of business providers: accommodation, food, florists, photographers, celebrants, entertainers – the list goes on, by fulfilling needs and niches that are not being met right now. My goal is to facilitate the coming together of all these individual services into one big, comprehensive and well organised package” she says. After 12 months intensive research talking with industry players and prospective customers, Renee’s business Bass Coast Weddings & Events, has developed a new wedding guide portal – directly aimed at pulling together all the services and products that planning a wedding requires. Renee says “I really wanted to highlight how romantic beach and rustic country weddings can be. Local brides and girls from the city all appreciate the romanticism of the area. I have developed www.basscoastbride.com.au as a central location for sourcing the best providers in the region, thereby simplifying the process and making it much easier to navigate. Renee is now in a position to offer free listings at www. basscoastbride.com.au for a limited time.

Bass Coast Bride is your pocket rocket wedding companion & guide!

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Neerim South – Town of the month Blerick Tree Farm

Garden Features

Blerick Tree Farm, a thriving local nursery, has recently won the Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards Online Retailing/E-Business Category. Blerick Tree farm, also winner of the SP Ausnet 2010 and 2011 Business Excellence Awards, started in 1990 in the pre-internet era and is now one of the ﬁrst small businesses in regional Australia to implement cloud business solutions. As we regularly participate in high proﬁle exhibitions and corporate events – The Master Chef Kitchen, Grand Designs Australia Melbourne Expo, Channel 9’s “The Block” and Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show – the ability to monitor stock levels and invoice on site was a high priority, explains Michelle Jones, business development manager at Blerick.

“We started looking around for a cloud based point-of-sale solution that we could use on desktop computers and ipads.” In mid-2010, Blerick Tree Farm found Vend, a cloud based point-of-sale service that enables retailers to trade even if their internet connection is down as the data automatically synchronises the next time they connect. “We primarily use Vend on desktops, but we also use it on iPad when travelling, such as recently in China and the US, so we can keep up to date with our business back home,” explains Michelle. Blerick Tree Farm uses the system to monitor stock levels, manage a large customer database, export information to Excel,

import customer data to Outlook to send emails, for all invoicing requirements and to eliminate manual backups. The team at Blerick believe that partnering with Vend was pivotal to their success in winning the recent ecommerce award. “It was terriﬁc to be recognised as early adopters of cloud based technology,” Jones enthused. Blerick Tree Farm’s recognition continues to grow domestically and internationally. They recently attended the Victorian Government Super Trade Mission to China lead by The Premier of Victoria, the Hon Dr Denis Napthine MP and represented Victoria as a delegate for Agribusiness and support business to the Sustainable Urban Design Sector.

● Permaculture herb & vegetable garden with orchard

● Hazelnut walk, in the style of Gertrude Jekyll

A major garden in the making Janalli Gardens

Janalli Gardens, of Neerim South, has become a major landmark of the increasingly popular West Gippsland Gourmet Country. The property, on a long spit of land on Tarago Lake, has ten acres of gardens and was established 15 years ago. The grounds are protected by the surrounding hills and are fast becoming one of Australia’s major gardens. The property also has a Bed &

Breakfast providing accommodation in three luxurious suites, each with a private entrance. Breakfast is served in the conservatory and features freshly picked food from the Potager. Gourmet dinners can be arranged and served here also, or in the dining room or even in the garden on a lovely summer evening. Janalli is a major achievement in garden design and very much worth a visit.

● Australian bushfood garden ● Australian ﬂower garden ● French parterre – pond garden ●

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and croquet lawn with blueberry hedge for summer games. Japanese garden – wisteria covered bridge over trout lake, huge local rocks representing islands in the river English wood Mediterranean garden – grapes, citrus grove, stone pines and an olive grove Italian garden - conifer hedge, long formal pond surrounded by potted lemon trees and a summerhouse

Left: Blerick Tree Farm is utilising Vend cloud solutions to streamline admin operations.

Accommodation

Dining Room

Stuck for a Christmas Present? Why not give a gift voucher for trees, garden design or accommodation. We accept credit cards and can email to your inbox 55 McDougal Road Neerim South 3831 Ph: 0417 535 917 or 56 281 507 Web: www.dialatree.com.au Email: admin@blerick.com.au

Our Dining Room is popular for its warm atmosphere and roaring fire in winter, scenic outlook in spring and summer, and tasty pub fare all year round. Our seasonal menu always features fresh locally sourced produce cooked to bring out flavour and tenderness. And, for our staying guests, the advantage of the Kings Arms is that we can provide country style lunch and dinner on the premises.

Located approx 1 hour from Mt Baw Baw Kings Arms Hotel is a great place to stay or drop in for a meal after a hard day at the snow!

Drive In Bottle Shop Now Open!

Our understanding of travellers’ needs shows in our relaxed hotel atmosphere, meticulously clean rooms and fresh quality food, all at value for money prices. The Kings Arms offers excellent accommodation at a reasonable price for both holiday visitors and business travellers. Our accommodation includes single/double rooms with en-suite bathrooms.

For Bookings and Enquiries: PH: 03 5628 1431 91 - 109 Main Neerim Road, Neerim South Victoria 3831

Welcome to better service and more choice Our branch is open convenient hours, including Saturday mornings, and we’ll welcome your calls at any time.

> Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon to assist you with all your banking needs. > ATM available 24 hours for your convenience.

Just over one hour from Melbourne, down the Monash Freeway, the renowned West Gippsland Gourmet Country takes in lush green pastures, rolling hills and state forests to reveal a diverse range of superb gourmet delights. On a long spit of land going out into Tarago Lake the ten acre gardens and Bed & Breakfast of Janalli sit in a protected valley surrounded by the hills and pastures of West Gippsland. The garden is now fifteen years old and maturing into one of Australia’s major gardens. The Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation in three luxurious suites, each with a private entrance. Janalli's gardens open on an annual basis to the public. Janalli’s beautiful gardens play host to weddings, events and garden tours Tel 03 5628 1476 Fax 03 5628 1158 Mob 0409 217 707

Drop into your nearest branch at 143 – 145 Main Road, Neerim South or phone 5628 1079. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178 AFSL 237879. TH10 (200679_v1) (18/11/2013)

phillipabeeson@janalli.com 285 Wagners Rd, Neerim South 3831

Country Bean Cafe A newly-renovated cafe with a difference where you can experience the freshest local produce and service from one of the friendliest teams in Gippsland.

100% Home Made

Open 7 days a week from 8am Sunday open from 9-2 119 Main Road, Neerim South Ph: 5628 1155

Neerim South Milk Bar

A thriving business in a fast growing town in Neerim South just 11/4 hours from Melbourne & 15 minutes from Warragul & Freeway. The Neerim South Milk Bar/News Agency/Takeaway has been established for over 40 years, this business has a well-known local & tourist cliental. Main stop before state forest trail rides and the snow fields. The business has been relocated in new premises just 4 years ago with all modern equipment fully air conditioned & under full video surveillance

(03) 5628 1454 133 Main Neerim Rd Neerim South 3831

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December 2013

Marlo – Summer Holiday Town of the Month What’s on...

Where the Snowy meets the Sea

Sat 14th Dec, 8.30pm The Dirty Souls Live at Marlo Pub

Fri 27th Dec

“Cashy is back” Josh Cashman at the Pub www.facebook.com/MarloHotel

Easter Marlo Primary School Fete

Things to do: ● Cruise the Snowy River Estuary on the Paddle Steamer Curlip ● Water sports galore ● Walking tracks & stunning beaches to explore ● Fish for your dinner ● Picnic on the foreshore ● Pamper yourself at Hair on Argyle ● Revitalise with a Massage www.facebook.com/marlo.vic.au

THE gateway to Victoria’s wilderness coast in Far East Gippsland, Marlo is a tranquil seaside town at the mouth of the Snowy River. The region boasts some of the most beautiful and unspoilt waterways and beaches in Victoria, including the Snowy Inlet, where the Snowy River meets the sea.

Top: Where the Snowy River meets the sea, the sheltered waters of the estuary. Circled top right: Refreshments on the new deck at the historic Marlo Hotel. Above: Marlo is famous for its sunrises and sunsets. Above circled: Dropping a line.

The sheltered waters of the estuary at Marlo allow ﬁshing all year round and the waters produce some of the best perch and bream ﬁshing in Australia. Marlo – and the nearby natural beauty of Cape Conran – is a haven for bushwalking, bird-watching, remote beaches and water-based activities. Marlo was once a very busy port between the 1850’s and 1890’s. Goods needed by the early settlers were shipped direct from Melbourne to the mouth of the Snowy River

at Marlo and were off loaded onto barges and towed by paddle steamer to Orbost. A replica of the paddle steamer Curlip, originally launched in 1890 and swept out to sea by ﬂood waters in 1925 still cruises the Snowy and Brodribb Rivers. The name “Marlo” is said to have roots in tribal aboriginal language. “Marloo” meaning white clay is suggestive of the Marlo Bluff, whilst “Murloo” meaning “muddy banks” was reportedly used by the local indigenous people. Just 15km from the regional centre of Orbost, Marlo sits atop the bluffs of the mighty Snowy River and has clear views of the surrounding hills and sand dunes With no shortage of vantage points the town boasts some of Australia’s best sunrises

A Cottage for 2 at Sailors Cottages

SAILORS COTTAGES Holiday Houses are beautifully appointed and set on over an acre of bird-filled grounds at Marlo’s premier location. Private + spacious. Ample room for boat. Walk to jetty, beach, pub, shops.

Perfectly set up for 2 and baby too! Great outlook, bring the boat. Beautiful!

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and sunsets. One of the best locations to watch the the sun go down out across the lower Snowy Estuary and sipping a local East Gippsland Lightfoot wine is the newly refurbished deck at the historic Marlo Hotel. The first settler to occupy the Marlo area was James Stirling around 1875. He built a bark hut on the bluff that had two rooms, bark walls, earthen floors and a shingle roof. By 1884, this structure had expanded to a 9 roomed accommodation house and in 1886 became the Marlo Hotel when a liquor license was granted. At this time the Hotel was the unofficial hub for the community. It was a general store, accommodation house and the unofficial post office, with settlers taking turns in bringing the mail from Orbost or Cunningham until 1942.

Just across the road is the Marlo General Store, stocking an excellent range of groceries – some from local producers and all your morning papers and magazines. The General Store’s ice cream sundaes are unbeatable (if you are game try the SuperNova!) and the kids will just love a creamy milkshake after a day at the beach. They also serve great coffee at the new breakfast bar. An early morning on the river starts at the Snowy River Bait and Tackle shop. They stock an extensive range of tackle, don’t be afraid to ask the simple questions about how to catch your dinner, whether its off-shore or river ﬁshing – they can help you optimize your chances. If you miss your catch, not to worry, Lynnie’s TakeAway ﬁsh and chips is situated at the Marlo Ocean View Caravan Park.

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December 2013

Marlo – Summer Holiday Town of the Month

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Marlo is a town that has changed little over time, simple pleasures like strolling grassy glades, the kids building sand castles or throwing a line in from the banks of the river are all the name of the game. Perhaps the nicest thing about small towns like Marlo is that everything is easily accessible by walking. Water sports such as skiing and tubing abound on the river. You can also take a gentle kayak upstream or try the latest craze of supping (stand up paddle boarding). If you like to paddle, try dropping your kayak in at Orbost or Cabbage Tree Creek and take the slower route down stream to Marlo. The Marlo foreshore has access points along Marine Parade, take the family and a bucket and spade, the kids can play, run and swim in the river without fear of being dunked by a wave. Seals often loiter around the jetty for an easy feed, it’s a great opportunity to watch their wild antics close up. For those who like a stroll there are many newly established tracks around town and on the outskirts suitable for all ﬁtness levels and ages. If you keep an eye out nature will reward you. Within a short trip from town you can ﬁnd

the Cabbage Tree Palms or a little further down the road is Cape Conran. With the East and West Capes to explore, grab a board and catch a wave. Accommodation is varied, from simple tent sites to gorgeous self-contained units, and houses. Tabarra Lodge, with 4 self contained units, is located on the right as you come into town from Orbost, it’s set amongst beautiful garden surrounds and has outdoor BBQ facilities and a salt-water pool. You’ll notice that one of the Lodge’s hosts, Tanya, is a talented photographer, you can see her breathtaking shots of Marlo on the town’s Facebook page at www.facebook. com/marlo.vic.au. Families enjoy the quietness that can be found here. Couples indulge in the slow romantic walks along the beach. If you need to ﬁnd a crowd you can, but if solitude is what you want you can ﬁnd it also. Marlo is a spot on the map that deserves a visit once; you’ll want to go again. Visit the website marlo.vic.au for more on accommodation choices and what’s happening.

Top left: Wooden boats on the Brodribb river at sunrise. Above centre: Cruising the Brodribb on the PS Curlip. Top right: Cape Conran’s Salmon Rocks. Above: Summer fun in Marlo, there are loads of water sport options.

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December 2013

South Gippsland Rail 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 places such as the forested Alsop’s Creek gully and Hilda Falls. Visitors may tour the heritage listed station at Korumburra including the John Nolan Museum. Journeys start at the heritage listed Korumburra Station, and head north and south for return trips to both Leongatha and Nyora, giving you time to see and experience the towns, have a coffee or a picnic and then return to Korumburra by train. Train trips begin at 11:00 am from Korumburra every Sunday, Queen’s Birthday holiday and also on Wednesdays during school holidays. 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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December 2013

Financial PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TOY DRIVE!

Club Financial Services Gippsland is holding a Toy and Gift Drive this Christmas in support of the Berry Street organisation.

Improve your lifestyle by unlocking your equity DO you ever wonder how some people can afford to take that holiday, invest in property or update their home? The answer could lie in the equity of their family home. Utilising your home equity to build wealth or improve your lifestyle can be easier that you might think. It may allow you to open a variety of opportunities that would otherwise be unreachable. If you have owned your home for more than 5 years, chances are that you have an increased level of equity; question is, how will you make the most of it?

What is equity?

Equity is simply deﬁned as the value of your assets minus your debt. For example, if your home is valued at $300,000 and you owe $200,000 on you loan, you have $100,000 in equity. Over time, as you decrease your owing amount and the value of your home grows, your equity increases.

Choosing the right loan

Whether you are renovating, upgrading or paying school fees, there is a home equity loan to suit your needs. There are a wide range of ﬁnancial products available, but

how can you tell which one is right for you? One important consideration when choosing an equity loan is the amount of flexibility you require. Depending on the type of purchase, you may need to access your funds on a regular basis or maybe you will just need to withdraw lump sums. Do you plan on making regular, minimum repayments, or do you need the flexibility to repay as you wish? By sitting down with a mortgage broker you will have access to a wide range of knowledge and experience. Your Club Broker will get an understanding of your position, goals and will do all the research to find the most appropriate option for your situation. It’s important that you choose a loan you’re comfortable with, taking into account your current financial position and your ability to manage your loan repayments.

Recognising the problem GAMBLER’S Help counsellors at Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) can help people with a gambling problem recognise the triggers around their issue.

According to Ms Lisa Brock, Acting Manager Counselling Services at LCHS, some people do not realise the cause of pressures in their lives, which could include gambling.

They can also counsel those who are affected by someone else’s gambling and help deal with these often complex issues.

“We have had clients come in believing their behaviour is a result of depression or alcohol consumption, but sometimes they

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don’t realise gambling is part of the picture,” said Ms Brock. “Our counsellors can help people identify what was happening in their world before they gamble, what changes over time, and what may have led to their gambling.” Ms Brock said counsellors could also provide strategies to manage urges and thoughts. This includes self-exclusion in areas where gambling happens and ongoing support though counselling. “The Gambler’s Help counsellors have seen clients turn their lives around, and can support them on their journey,” she said. “Most importantly, they can help clients identify what other issues are in their lives and work to overcoming them.” Gambler’s Help services available through Latrobe Community Heath Service are free and completely conﬁdential. Anyone wishing to discuss a gambling problem should contact Counselling Services at LCHS on 1800 242 696.

Some people believe their behaviour is a result of depression or alcohol consumption, they don’t realise gambling is part of the picture.

You can contribute by donating toys & gifts for children of all ages to Club Financial Services Gippsland, 35 Hotham St Traralgon, by close of business Friday 20th December, for distribution to Berry Street’s Gippsland children. Please help us bring the spirit of Christmas to the lives of Gippsland children & young people in Berry Street care this year. Berry Street continues to focus on two main areas: •

The rights of all children to a good childhood; and

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Supporting those children, young people and families with the most complex issues arising from their personal experiences of abuse, neglect or violence.

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December 2013

Travel

Discover South America JILL Carmody from Jetset Travel Leongatha attended the 2013 APT top achievers tour, travelling to Peru and Argentina, and discovered a feast for the senses while exploring both countries on a series of small group journeys. Jill says “I can tick two things of my must see list: Machu Picchu and Buenos Aires, however they are just two of the highlights of a very memorable journey.” “Our two week tour started in the Peruvian capital of Lima and from there we continued on to Chincheros, which is in the Andean highlands. “There we saw a weaving demonstration and were able to spend some time with the community and had the opportunity to purchase some of their handmade goods.” Jill then travelled to the Sacred Valley, a very fertile area and Peru’s food bowl. “The scenery was breathtaking and the people are warm and friendly. The knowledge gained from visiting places like this is invaluable to me as a travel agent,” Jill said. “We then took a ride on PeruRails’ Vistadome train from Ollantayambo to Machu Picchu, located over 2400 metres above sea level.” Jill explains that being among the ruins of Machu Picchu and hearing the history of the area from a local guide was an incredible experience. “From Machu Picchu the tour took us back to Cusco, a World Heritage listed city and the capital of the Inca civilisation,” she said. Cusco is dominated by striking colonial architecture, heavily inﬂuenced by Spanish conquistadors. “After exploring Cusco, we hopped aboard the Andean Explorer train to travel to Puno and the shores of Lake Titicaca.” “Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South

America and is also the highest navigable lake in the world, with an elevation of nearly 4000 metres. Unfortunately not all tours visit Lake Titicaca, which is a shame as it was a unique experience. From there, the tour group travelled back to Lima and then on to capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires. Jill says “Buenos Aires was a completely different city compared to those in Peru, as it was quite European, in both style and lifestyle.” Time spent in Argentina included a tour of Tigre and a visit to an estancia, or ranch where they were treated to horse riding and local music, food and dance. “Before our ﬂights home, we enjoyed dinner at Rojo Tango, which is reputed as the best tango show in Buenos Aires, which was an amazing experience. I would count it as one of the best shows I have seen anywhere in the world” she said. “The touring standard with APT is ﬁrst class. They also have a second tier option for travellers, called Travelmarvel. “The hotels and tours offered at this level would surpass the standard of many offered on a similar program.” Jill Carmody said Travelmarvel offers the same services as APT Premium Tours, the only difference being the standard of accommodation, which is 4 star instead of 5 star, and some of the optional tours are at an additional cost. “We are currently looking for expressions of interest for a tour to South America in 2015,” says Jill. Anybody who is interested in travelling to South America is welcome to contact Jill Carmody at Jetset Travel in Leongatha.

Circled: Sacsahuamán (Sacsayhuamán), Cusco, Peru.

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Outdoors

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Renowned for good ﬁshing, the beach is a popular spot for visitors to the township as a Lake Victoria alternative.

GIPPSLAND has so many of Victoria’s most spectacular, pristine and unspoilt beaches we can’t possibly fit them all in here. So here’s a rundown on the most famous beaches from Central and East Gippsland. Swim, surf, fish, snorkel, dive and windsurf your way to happiness this summer! CENTRAL GIPPSLAND Ninety Mile Beach Woodside Beach is recognised as the start of the Ninety Mile Beach. The swimming beach is patrolled over summer and camping is available in the caravan park, adjacent to the beach. Seaspray Beach Seaspray is known for its great fishing and swimming beach. Surf lifesaving patrols during the summer peak periods provide the perfect environment for families. Camping is available adjacent to the beach.

Golden Beach Famous for its surf ﬁshing, the Golden Beach foreshore is a scenic lookout over the Ninety Mile Beach. Spot oil production platforms from the beach at night. During the day, head six kilometres down the beach from town to see what remains of the shipwreck Trinculo. Free camping is available in 20 campsites within the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park nearby. Loch Sport Beach Loch Sport beach is accessible by causeway from the township.

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EAST GIPPSLAND Lakes Entrance Beach Access to the Ninety Mile Beach can be gained by crossing the footbridge at Lake Entrance from the main street. The Main Beach is patrolled during summer school and public holidays. Lake Tyers Beach Lake Tyers beach is a 10-minute drive from Lakes Entrance and is popular with families who prefer the calmer waters of the lake as well as the beach. Lake Tyers Beach is not patrolled. Cape Conran Coastal Park Pearl Point Cape This beach is often rough and is recommended only to experienced surfers when conditions are right. It is never patrolled and is excellent for surf ﬁshing.

East Cape This beach is favoured by families and is often calmer than surrounding beaches as it is protected by the East Cape. The shallow waters provide for safe swimming and the rocky cape is excellent for snorkelling. This beach is not patrolled. West Cape Popular with surfers and those keen on catching a decent wave. The Salmon Rocks area is popular with locals and visitors alike for its good swell and protection from certain winds. Abalone diving and snorkelling are very popular at both beaches. A good place to wander along the rocks. This beach is not patrolled. Croajingolong National Park Thurra Campground Beach This is a beautiful, long sandy beach with dunes along the river and plenty of rocks to explore between the campground and Point Hicks Lighthouse. This beach

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Welcome to Gigpig THE Gippslander team are proud to announce yet another exciting new regular feature providing invaluable content for our readers.

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GigPig – Gippsland’s newest, and quickly shaping up to be the best, online guide to live music has arrived!

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More than 100 people celebrated the launch of the website with a rockin’ party at the Grand Ridge Brewery in Mirboo North on Saturday, 30 November. Musicians Sarlin (Sale), the Sock Puppets (Traralgon) and Smashenator (Bass Coast) helped drive the celebrations, proving without a doubt that the live music scene is deﬁnitely a “happening thang” here in Gippy. Gigpig is also offering complete promotions for your next live music event. Think media solutions, marketing packages and merchandise. There’s also the opportunity to advertise on the site. GigPig is excited to get this project underway but they’re relying too on the Gippsland community. Your input, ideas and involvement will determine the path that Gigpig takes from this point on. So have your say, post your gigs, list your band,

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For a New Year’s Eve that promises to be bigger than King Kong, you can’t go past foot-stomping, high-energy indie folk outﬁt the Pierce Brothers. They’ll get you jigging! A free event. Where: Westernport Hotel, Marine Parade San Remo Enquiries: 5678 5205

Summer of Soul

January 4th from 1pm Clary Brown and the Bangin’ Rackettes return to South Gippsland for the Summer of Soul music festival. With a smokin’ line-up including Lee Fields and the Expressions (all the way from New York City), Bombay Royale and more, this is an all-ages event and while the ticket price is not a sneeze, we

do consider that the line-up is well worth the investment. Where: Mossvale Park, Strzelecki Highway between Leongatha and Mirboo North Enquiries: 0400 117 754 or go to www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au

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January 11th, 8pm Reece Mastin heads to regional Victoria for the ﬁrst stage of his 2014 Restless tour. The 2011 X factor winner is likely to have all the young fans a shakin’ and a squealing, so dad, if you’ve promised your daughter you’ll take her, be prepared! Where: West Gippsland Arts Centre, cnr Smith and Albert Streets Warragul Enquiries: 5624 2456 Left: Smashenator lived up to its name and had the danceﬂoor heaving at the launch of the Gigpig website. Circled: It was easy-listening, foot-tapping entertainment from Traralgon acoustic duo the Sock Puppets.

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Community Radio’s of Gippsland Community Radio

Gippsland FM - Program Schedule October, 2012. 0600

Monday

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Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Breaky – 80’s/ 90’s

Breaky Country

Breaky – 60’s / 70’s

Breaky – 70’s / 90’s

Breaky Country

Sports

Christian

60’s to 90’s music Vision Australia

Current Affairs

Classical Music

Easy Listening Music

Pop Nostalgia Blues

Youth – Music

80’s/90’s Music

Country Music Easy Listening Music

0900 1100

Rock / Pop Nostalgia – 60’s to 90’s Public First

Local Issues

1200 0200 0400 0530

Indigenous

U3A

German

Maltese

Dutch

Indonesian

Chinese

Italian

Greek

Japanese

Classic Rock

Filipino

Alternative Music

Metal Music

Blues

Modern Brass

Dance / Electro

0730 0900 1030 1230

Indigenous

Gay Community Experimental Music

For full guide,and andweekend weekend programs: www.3bbrfm.org.au For aa full guide, programs: www.3bbrfm.org.au MONDAY

7am-6pm

6pm-8pm 6pm-8pm 8pm-10pm

8pm-10pm

10pm12am 12am-7am 12am-7am

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Contemporary Music

5pm Greek 6.30 Sudanese

Alternative Music

Rock / Pop

Country Music

Blues Music

FRIDAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY The Sounds of West Gippsland (includes News, Weather and Community Programs) The Sounds of West Gippsland (includes Weather and Community Programs) A mellow selection from a News, wide range of musical styles. A mellow selection from a wide range of musical styles. Sweet Soul Geof’s Move’n Turn Your Soul Connection Connection Golden Geof’s Move’nGroove/ Groove/ Turn Up Up Your Soul Music/Music Country Sam’s Radio/All Stars Mega-Mix/ Country Sam’sAlternatives Alternatives Radio/All Stars Around the Jazz Festival Cafe Jazz Festival The Catch Classic Rock Prog Spectrum A Musical The Dance of Life World Jazz4U/ Classic Rock Prog Spectrum Play It One More Time Traveller Up/Golden Corner/Planet /Wednesday Night Patchwork/ Musical Corner/Planet /Wednesday Night Time/Trad Jazz Mega Mix Music Live Trad Jazz at Oak Mystery Tour Music Live at Oak Street Street Shades of Blues Night Sounds Night Sounds Night Sounds Play It One More Time Traveller (fortnightly) of West of West of West Gippsland Time Night Sounds of Night Sounds Gippsland Gippsland NIGHT SOUNDS OF WEST GIPPSLAND West Gippsland of West Gippsland

For requests, For requests,ring ring5625 56254995. 4995. Shows alternate, circumstances. Shows alternate,and andthe theschedule schedulemay maychange change due due to to unforeseen unforeseen circumstances.

Local Radio

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Sunday 6:00 Local Radio 9:00 Sunday Brunch 11:00 Talking Books 12:00 Jazz Club 2:00 Golden Hits -50’s

Monday

6:00 Classic Nostalgia 8:00 Memories & More 10:00 TTM – Trad Jazz 12:00 FM Music Mix

6:00 Conga Cafe 8:00 Continental Cabaret 10:00 3mFM Music Mix

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

26 Years of Local Radio – Hourly News & Community Events 6:00 Country Sunrise

Breakfast - News, weather, tide times, on this day, birthdays 9:00 Morning Local Radio 12:00 Local Radio 11:00 Fridays Rotary Roundup 3:00 Drive Time with Big John 5:00 Thursdays Lions Hour 6:00 Vision Australia 6:00 Artie’s Fun Bag 6:00 Coastal Classics 6:00 Sounds - World 7:00

3:30 Local Muzos 1ST Sun 4:00 That’s Entertainment

7:00 Night Drive 9:00 3mFM Music Mix

8:00 Classic Nostalgia 10:00 70’s Music Mix

8:00 Night Surf 10:00 70’s Music Mix

3mFM – All Night Long – 3mFm Music Mix

Saturday 6:00 Local Radio 7:30 Fishing report 8:00 Travel 8:30 All Sort Of Sport

10:00 This Great Country 1:00 KIDZ Rock 2:00 Saturday Showcase 4:00 Changes in Latitude

6:00 Sounds of the 60s 8:00 Ramalama Ding-Dong 7:00 Back to The 70’s 8:00 Chartbusting 80’s 11:00 The Sesh 12:00 The Jukebox

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December 2013

Home & Garden

December in the vegie patch MONTHLY JOBS 1st WEEK

3rd WEEK

 Sow bush beans  Prepare areas for cabbages,  Sow cabbage seed cauliﬂowers, etc.  Keep tomatoes pruned  Make last sowings (3-4 main shoots is enough)  Make ﬁnal sowings of climbing beans  Sow carrots and parsnips  Plant potatoes

of sweet corn

 Sow celery

4th WEEK  Sow silver beet  Sow beetroot

AS the warmer days become more frequent you should start to see more results in the garden. Tomatoes will be making good growth and you may be fortunate to have small tomatoes on some of your plants. Continue sowing beans and lettuce every ten days or so and be sure to plant seeds of cabbage, cauliﬂower and broccoli now for late January/February transplanting. Planning ahead will help ensure a continuous supply of vegetables throughout the year. Even though we have had some good rainfalls in many areas it is wise to pay attention to soil moisture levels as setbacks will slow your plants down and in some cases will make them ‘go to seed’ early.

and ‘stringy’. Give it a go if you like a challenge and only harvest the stalks as you need them. Tomatoes also need consistent watering. If the soil varies from wet to dry you may end up with ‘blossom end rot’. This is caused by ineffective calcium uptake by the plant from the soil and is characterized by a black patch on the base of the tomato. The easiest remedy to keeping the soil moist is mulch. Baled sugar cane mulch, straw, etc. is readily available from garden centres, produce stores, hardware stores, etc. There are also many sources of mulch around us. Grass clippings, leaves, cardboard, old cotton clothes, towels,

Below: Radish time.

 Sow radishes. Very

easy to grow and ready in a few weeks.  Sow broccoli and cauliﬂower seed  Sow cucumbers

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December 2013

Gippsland Market News

BASS COAST 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

BAW BAW Drouin Craft & Produce 3rd Sat of month, 8am-12.30pm Civic Park, Drouin Contact 5625 3360

Jindivick Craft & Produce 1st Sat of month, 9am-1pm 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick Contact 5628 5227

3rd Sat of month (October to March), 10am-2pm Civic Park, Albert Street Contact 5626 7045

Koowee Community Market 1st Sun of month, 9am-2pm Koo Wee Rup Community Centre, Cochrane Park Contact 0428 971 071

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

Longwarry Fire Brigade Market 1st Sun of month, 8am-1pm (March to December) Bennett St, Longwarry Contact 0419 158 946 Rokeby Community Market 2nd Sat of month, 8am-1pm (September to May) Main Road, Rokeby Contact 5626 8523 Toora market 2nd Sun of month Jetty Rd, Toora Contact 5688 1237

Warragul Lapidary Club “Gem Show” January 18th & 19th Yarragon Hall Contact: 5625 5920 Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market 4th Sat of the month, 9am-2pm Yarragon Public Hall Campbell St, Yarragon Contact 5634 2209

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Bairnsdale Farmers Market 1st Sat of month, 8am-12pm Secondary College Oval, McKean St, Bairnsdale Contact 5156 9342

Warragul Arts Market

Bairnsdale Uniting Church Car & Boot Market 3rd Sat of month, 8.30-11.am Great Alpine Road, Lucknow

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Bruthen Village Market 4th Sat of month, 9am-2pm Bruthen Mechanics Hall Main Street, Bruthen Contact 5157 5665 Johnsonville Community Market 1st Sat of month Johnsonville Hall Contact 5156 4162 Lakes Surf Club Market 1st Sun of month, 9am-3pm Foreshore Rotunda, Lakes Entrance Contact 0407 098 805

Lucknow Market 4th Sun of month, 8am-2pm Howitt Park, Lucknow Contact 5152 4662 Mallacoota Artisans and Produce Market 1st Saturday Mudbrick Building, Develling Drive, Mallacoota Contact 0422 988 890 Metung Farmers Market 2nd Sat of month, 9am-1pm Village Green, Metung Contact 0458 431 844 Paynesville Lions Club Market 2nd Sun of month, 8am-1pm Gilsenan Reserve, P’ville Contact 0400 327 526

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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 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 Jumbunna Bush Market 1st Sun of month, 8.30am-1pm The Main Hall, Jumbunna Contact 5657 3253 Kongwak Market Sundays 10am-2.30pm (exc. Sun before Xmas) Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak Contact 0417 142 478 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, Canterbury Rd Contact 5663 7657

WELLINGTON 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 Contact 5199 2709 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 re-sellers. 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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High Country Major Event

THE MOUNTAIN CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA

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Omeo

B500

Bairnsdale

3 DAYS AND NIGHTS OF ONSITE FAMILY CAMPING, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT SWAGS, TENTS, CARAVANS, MOTOR HOMES, CAMPER TRAILERS, ALL WELCOME check Web site for online discount tickets and further info

Mountain Cattlemen’s Challenge • Great Australian Pack Horse Competition Dog High Jump • Kids Games • Whip Cracking • Tug ‘o’ War and Stockman’s Challenge Australian Trial Bike Champions Display • Bush Poetry • Various Displays • The Wolfe Brothers Red Dirt Cartel • Supersonic • Danny Phegan • Woodchopping Competition Mountain Cattlemen’s Heritage Display • Family Events • Photo Competition • Blacksmith Saddlemaker • Face Painting • Story Time • Treasure Hunt and more . . .

• Camping • Hot Showers • Full Bar Service • Catering Weekend Rate - $100 U/18 free • Sunday - $30 • Gates OPEN - 9.00am Friday No Early Birds

Discount for booking online: www.mcav.com.au