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METUNG FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Food and wine producers will be serving complimentary tastings and preparing special dishes for this wonderful event – set against a backdrop of lively East Gippsland food, art and cultural happenings over the long weekend... Page 17
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Wellington Shire News
Gippsland Plains Rail Trail – Traralgon to Glengarry Section Opening Sunday 11th May, 11am Glengarry Railway Station
THE Gippsland Plains Rail Trail (GPRT) is celebrating the Opening of the Traralgon to Glengarry section on Mother’s Day 11th May. The Official Opening will be at Glengarry Railway Station at 11am. The GPRT now extends for 63 km from Traralgon train station to the Stratford train station, with only a short road diversion at Cowwarr yet to be completed due to a missing bridge
over the Thompson River. The opening of the GPRT is being held in conjunction with the Mother’s Day Classic (MDC) breast cancer research walk and run which is the major donor of the National Breast cancer foundation. The MDC is being held in two sections from Toongabbie to Glengarry and from Traralgon to Glengarry. Starting times are from 8.30 am at Burnetts Road in Traralgon and at the Fire Station in Toongabbie. This year, the organisers of the walk are encouraging participants not only
to enter, but to also try their hand at fundraising. It’s easy to register and to fundraise online at www. mothersdayclassic.com.au. At the completion of the walk/Run in Glengarry you are welcome to join in a FREE family fun Day beginning at 10am to 1pm, complete with a jumping castle, the Briagolong Bush Band, Ko Ko The Clown and other entertainment. Bushies award winning bakery in Glengarry will be open for coffee and food to celebrate the opening of the
GPRT and Mother’s Day. As will the Toongabbie Rail Trail General Store and other businesses in Glengarry and Toongabbie. Russell Northe MP Member for Morwell, Minister for Small Business, Minister for Energy and Resources has played a significant role supporting and funding this project through the Victorian Government Regional Growth Fund Economic Infrastructure Program, and he will be officially opening the section from Glengarry to Traralgon. GPRT Chairperson, Helen Hoppner said today “Twenty years of hard work by the volunteers of the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail Committee of Management has made possible this nearly completed trail, and we look forward to working with all levels of
Above: The bridge over Latrobe River before works commenced. Below: The bridge repair work in its final stages.
Government to connect the trail over the Thomson River at Cowwarr and Boggy Creek at Tinamba.” “The GPRT is a wonderful community asset for all to enjoy and the small businesses along the trail to benefit from the expected surge of visitors to the area. The flat and picturesque terrain makes it easy to access the 7 townships along the trail whether for a leisurely walk or cycle or to commute for work purposes. If
you are visiting the area then there is the ability to catch public transport, stay overnight along the trail and return to your original starting point without using a car. “We look forward to continuing vital works on the Gippsland Plains Rail trail, working with our local tourism organisations and the community to make it a very exciting and world class tourist destination in the future” said Helen.
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Wellington Shire News
Multicoloured Journeys Sunday 31st May, 2pm Esso BHP Billiton Wellington Entertainment Centre 100 Foster Street, Sale
‘Multicoloured Journeys’ is a collaborative work by Gippsland performing artists and community members from a range of established and newly arrived backgrounds. The show is a creative showcase of the shared journeys and settlement experiences of the participants. The production is new and dynamic and features dance, drama, music and percussion from all over the world in a fusion of the cultures represented across our region. Directed by Kumari Middleton and Steve Schulz, this event is presented by Gippsland Multicultural Services, a community based group helping migrants and refugees with a range of services and programs that aid their settlement and ongoing participation in the community.
Formed through the efforts of culturally diverse Gippsland communities in 1984, GMS has worked collaboratively with a range of new and emerging, and well established communities over time – from newly arrived refugees to highly skilled migrants and their families and with youth through to our ageing migrant community. We owe a great deal to previous generations of immigrants, who contributed so much to the building of our regions’ infrastructure, often in very challenging and isolating circumstances. This initiative recognises their invaluable input and builds new contribution pathways for the future. This will be a moving, educational and very unique event that is not to be missed!
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Baw Baw Shire News
Velo Fille in Warragul
WARRAGUL cyclist Kaylene Chaproniere will be presenting at the global cycling conference Velo-City the story of Velo Fille and its development of women’s cycling in the Baw Baw Shire. Kaylene will attend the VeloCity conference in Adelaide in May 2014, with the support of sponsorship from Baw Baw Shire Council to cover the travel costs.
Velo-City Global is the world’s premier international cycling planning conference, where delegates from around the world share best practices for creating and sustaining cycling-friendly cities. Kaylene’s conference presentation, titled You’ve just been passed by a girl – the Velo Fille story, will focus on how the group became a platform for local women to become involved in cycling.
Velo Fille began as a weekly social ride for women in late 2009 and quickly grew in popularity, with around 20 to 25 riders joining in each time. In 2011 a second weekly ride was introduced for the next generation of those new to cycling. Kaylene explained that the philosophy of Velo Fille was to provide a safe and supportive environment for women to experience cycling and develop their skills.
“Over 110 different women have joined in the group’s activities since it began. It’s been great to see our participants becoming more comfortable and confident as riders and athletes. Many women, who prior to Velo Fille, had never cycled are now competing in track and road racing, participating in organised endurance rides and undertaking triathlons. ‘Velo Fille has helped to create a ripple effect of participation, with a number of local women getting together for regular rides and attending cycling events throughout
the state,” added Kaylene. Beyond Velo Fille, Kaylene is striving to grow the cycling culture throughout the community, particularly within the younger generation. Baw Baw Shire Mayor Councillor Murray Cook says “Kaylene has helped to generate a noticeable increase in the number of local women getting into cycling. Velo-City will provide a wonderful opportunity for Kaylene to highlight how she was able to achieve this, while learning from hundreds of other delegates. “Council is eager to support
Kaylene Chaproniere is leading a cycling revolution for women in Warragul.
our local cycling community and see an increase in participation, whether it is for transport, leisure or competition,” said the Mayor.
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South Gippsland Shire News
The Koonwarra Arts Trail
Artists Bob Hickman 13 Swan Road Painting, printmaking, sculpture 24th May Printmaking workshop Tel: 0438 303 244 for details
Sundays 11th & 25th May 10am to 3pm Various locations
FIVE Koonwarra Artists and Artisans are opening their studios during May as part of the Gippsland Arts Festival. The ‘Koonwarra Arts Trail’ represents a great opportunity to explore Koonwarra’s hidden gems. From jewellry to painting to ceramics, glassworks and embroidery. The Artists Quarter will not only be opening their studios on Sunday 11th and 25th May but other dates as well. Look out for the flags. SOME HIGHLIGHTS Patricia Hill runs the Moondani Art and Glass Studio. Set in tranquil bushland, the studio regularly presents fusing and slumping and kiln formed glass jewellry classes. You can find out when classes are scheduled from the Facebook page at ww.facebook.com/pages/MoondaniArt-and-Glass-Studio.
Dennis Hawkins Jewellery & sculpture 11 Swan Road
Bob Hickman’s studio houses paintings, sculpture and prints. Bob also runs regular classes with a printmaking lesson coming up on the 24th of May. Dennis Hawkins with a jewellry and sculpture exhibit and Chris Behag with textiles and embroidery round out the ‘Koonwarra Arts Trail’ for 2014. Sounds like a lovely way to spend a relaxed and inspiring Mother’s Day.
Above: Charming Koonwarra, a great place for lunch. Left: Bob Hickman’s studio. Below: Patricia Hill’s Moondani studio.
Chris Behag Textiles & Embroidery 3 Swan Road Zac Chalmers Ceramics 1 Nichols Road Trish Hill Moondari Studio Glass & Jewellery 535 Roughheads Road Look out for the banners, have lunch at the local cafes and enjoy some great local artists works. All for sale direct from the artist.
Zac Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery operates a gallery and studio overlooking the sweeping view from Meeniyan to Wilson’s Prom. Each piece of Zac’s pottery is hand-crafted from stoneware, porcelain or locally dug clay and fired in one of two traditional woodfired kilns which are located at the gallery site.
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East Gippsland Shire News
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Lakes fishing still very strong THE tourists have dropped off around the Lakes but not the opportunity for some good fishing. Our fish whisperer, Ross from Riviera Bait Supplies in Lakes, reports that plenty of Trevally are being landed at the Cuninghame Arm, Post Office and Ferrymans Jetties off fresh glassy. The prawns are still going very strongly with 10 to 15 kilo hauls at dark around the lakes. Good prawns are also at Lake Tyers with 1 to 2 kilo catches due to the fresh water coming into the system. The Flathead have dropped of a little but some really big ones are being landed around the traps. If you head out to the ocean at The Pines they are still running well. The Luderick are just starting at Bullock Island and there are some nice Salmon being pulled at Eastern Beach. Bullock Island is also a great place for crabbing right
now and Blackfellows Arm at Lake Tyers is great for large Black brim on fresh prawn. Nungoona Jetty is still fishing well for Bream and Whiting and finally Bancroft bay at Metung is magnificent with Whiting, Flathead and Bream going crazy at the Hotel Jetty and Boardwalk. Left: Luderick. Right: Black Bream, Images courtesy www. laketyersbeach.net.au.
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Briagolong Big Screen
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Queens Birthday Weekend 6th to 8th June
THE National Film & Sound Archive’s Big Screen Film Festival is proud to return to the Mechanics’ Institute Hall in Briagolong for the 10th year! The Festival will be screening a mixture of feature films, documentaries, short films and archival footage over the Queen’s Birthday weekend. The opening night features the inspiring outback adventure Tracks starring Mia Wasikowska, based on the international bestseller by Robyn Davidson. After the opening night film, stay for a glass of wine and a lovely supper supplied by the Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute Hall Committee. On Saturday we’ll be screening the awesome Lego Movie, Short films, The Great Gatsby and The Railway Man. The films don’t stop, on Sunday we have the fascinating documentary Lasseter’s Bones, Satellite Boy, and Sundance and the Berlin award-winning feature 52 Tuesdays. Finishing off the festival weekend will be the black comedy horror film 100 Bloody Acres. Big Screen has something for everyone, so if you feel like indulging on a weekend of movies grab a festival pass and settle into Briagolong because everyone is welcome!
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FRI 6 JUNE, 8PM In 1977, a young woman goes on a 3,200 kilometre trek across the deserts of West Australia with her four camels and faithful dog. Based on the international best seller by Robyn Davidson. Don’t miss this extraordinary adventure and join us for a light supper following the screening.
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Grantville – Tourism Town of the Month
A hidden gem... Grantville
Top: View to French Island form Grantville Jetty. Above: Feeding the Koalas at Maru Koala and Animal park. Left: Picnic near the vines with a Gippsland Wine Company hamper in The Gurdies in Grantville’s hinterland.
THE Grantville settlement was named after Lieutenant James Grant who, way back in 1801, made the first-known east-bound passage through Bass Strait followed by the first European survey of the coast between Wilsons Promontory and Westernport. Grantville was once a supply port for the settlers in the adjacent hill country and a timber town with four sawmills linked by tramway to the jetty from whence the timber was shipped to Melbourne. The town’s old Mechanics’ Institute (1888) remains from the 19th century and the cemetery contains some historic tombstones. The village is well known as a great spot to break a journey, it has a park with children’s play equipment and BBQ just off the highway, or turning down Pier Road will take you to another BBQ on the grass by the water. There is also a jetty frequented by fishermen and a ramp to launch small craft at high tide. The view out to French Island, especially at sunset, is many a photographers favourite. Grantville has it’s own foreshore Caravan Park, Bed and Breakfast
accomodation and a range of eateries and shops including a bakery, cafes and restaurants. The Western Port shoreline was originally thick with mangroves before many were cleared and harvested and can be seen from the bottom of Kallay Drive at Pioneer Bay and from the Grantville Jetty. Mangroves minimise shoreline erosion and are the breeding ground for fish favoured by penguins, so there is an intensive program underway to replant the mangroves involving volunteers and local school children. The local Koala and Animal Park has a wide range of activities for the whole family including hand feeding and patting koalas and kangaroos, many other animal species and playing mini-golf. You can take the Grantville-Glen Alvie Road as an alternative route to Wonthaggi for a spectacular scenic tour of rolling hills and rural charm. The lookout at the ‘Shunt Off’ is an ideal spot for a picnic and offers panoramic views across Westernport Bay. The nearby Gurdies is definitely worth exploring as wineries are increasing in number throughout the
hinterland and you can expect warm welcomes at their cellar doors. Bass River Winery, Gippsland Wine Company, The Gurdies Winery and Bass Valley Estate are all in this section of the Southern Gippsland Wine Trail. Take in landscaped gardens and gorgeous views over the bay as you taste the superb cool-climate wines. The Gurdies Nature Conservation Reserve offers a variety of walks through native bushland. It has some of the largest remaining areas of native vegetation on the eastern shore of Western Port. Over 54 species of native orchids provide a great drawcard for people from all over the world who are interested in botany. The bushland walks are quite relaxing and will reveal some spectacular views along the way. As you travel to the south you’ll find the picturesque hamlet of Corinella. With an all tide ramp for launching fishing boats, a BBQ rotunda and a lovely sandy swimming beach, Corinella is also the pickup point for the barge to French Island. A historical marker is dedicated to the site of Victoria’s first Government House here. Take a walk along the peninsula cliff
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Take the Grantville-Glen Alvie Road as an alternative route to Wonthaggi for a spectacular scenic tour of rolling hills and rural charm. The lookout at the ‘Shunt Off’ is an ideal spot for a picnic and offers panoramic views across Westernport Bay...
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Grantville – Tourism Town of the Month
tops or meander among coastal banksias and sheoaks in a serene seaside bush track setting and enjoy the picturesque views of the islands. Nearby, Coronet Bay has a swimming beach ideal for fossicking, walking, fishing and relaxation away from the crowds. Further south again is Bass, a small, pretty town nestled on the Bass River, not far from the turn off to Phillip Island. It was the third
permanent settlement in Victoria and now services the needs of the local farming community and passing tourists. A memorial in the George Bass Park commemorates the visit by explorer George Bass and his party of six, who landed near Bass on January 4, 1789, in search of fresh water after their voyage in an open whale boat that they rowed from Sydney. Near Bass is Woolamai Racecourse,
a great place for a family outing to a classic country race meeting. Picnic races are a popular local get together, with fashions on the field and a showcase of regional food and wine. Shuttle buses operate from Inverloch and Wonthaggi from November through to March. This region is an untapped gem in everyone’s rush to get to Philip Island. Take the time out to explore it a little more, you won’t be disappointed.
Above: In Grantville’s hinterland the Gurdies nature reserve reveals Westernport Bay vistas Circled: Steps to the sandy swimming beach at O’Connor Road, Corinella.
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Loch – Town of the Month
Loch Food & Wine Festival Queens Birthday Weekend Sun 8th June, 10am to 3pm
Loch Village, is a thriving craft community with cosy cafes, charming curios, antique stores and galleries. The village, established with the coming of the railway in the 1876, is set back from the highway amongst colourful cottage gardens that spill out cheekily onto the street. Surrounded by beautiful green hills and with bay views from Cape Horn, it’s the home of many quaint and interesting shops, eateries, galleries and historical buildings. The vibrant community is committed to the growth, development and the promotion of the Southern Gippsland region’s produce all year round but on the Queens Birthday weekend in June
the picturesque village bursts forth with a plethora of local food and wine producer’s wares. From small beginnings the Festival has become one of South Gippsland’s premier events and 2014 sees Loch Village hosting their seventh Food & Wine Festival. Grown-up foodies will relish exploring the range of artisanal olives and olive oils, awardwinning cheeses, sauces, preserves and breads and the ever popular array of local wineries on hand in the tasting hall. There is also plenty of crowdpleasing favourites like home-made ice-cream, mini-donuts, liquorice
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and Dutch pancakes to ensure the kids have something to get excited about too. The Festival launches with the fabulous Wine & Food Dinner, at the Loch Village Public Hall, on Saturday, May 31st. Titled ‘Gippsland Finesse’, the menu and wine list will reflect the generosity and finesse that define the quality of South Gippsland produce. Wine educator, Rob Hicks, with the support of regional wineries, food producers, and the expertise of Marty Thomas and the team at Moo’s at Meeniyan, will present a memorable night of aroma, flavour and information. The historic Loch Public Hall,
Top left: The local children take the opportunity to perform as part of the Festival. Far left: Historical marker in Centennial Park. Middle left: Woodworkers have a strong presence in the village. Left: Loch Railway station.
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Food & Wine Festival Loch Village Food & Wine Festival 8th June 2014 This Queen’s Birthday long weekend, Loch Village again celebrates life with the annual Food & Wine Festival.
The 2014 festival features: • Food and wine tastings • Food demonstrations • Pie cook off competition • Animal farm nursery • Magician
Olive at Loch A Homely Cafe with delicious hot chocolate and strong coffee. Scrumptious homemade scones with jam and cream plus lots more. Come in and visit anytime!
• Food to go • Rest areas • Brass band • Rock band • Village eateries • Vintage cars Event Hours: 10.00 am to 3:00 pm Tel: 03 5659 4215 Admission Price: Adults $10.00 Children free entry under 18 years
Ph: 0417 381 962 38 Victoria Avenue, Loch, Vic
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Loch – Town of the Month The Dinner...
Right: Shabby chic, historical buildings are still in use.
Wine & Food Dinner 2014 Sat May 31st 7pm Loch Public Hall Smith Street, Loch Tickets available at www. lochvillage.com/calendar
Far right: The Loch Food & Wine Festival showcases many artisan food creations. Image courtesy, www.gatheringmatters. com.au.
Cost: Adults $82.50
the dinner venue, was built in the late nineteenth century and is regarded by many as ‘the best public hall outside of Melbourne’. The Hall is central to the Festival and the life of the village. The launch dinner is limited to 100 seats with around 50 still available at the time of printing, so if you want to partake in an evening that will saturate your senses you’ll need to book now at www.lochvillage.com/calendar.
Food & Wine Festival Sun June 8th, 10am – 3pm Loch Railway Station & Village Market site ● Food & Wine Tastings
Below: Carringtons, one of the many quaint shops.
● Food Demonstrations
Below right: The old Union Bank is one of the many well preserved historical buildings in Loch Village.
● Food Stalls ● Pie Cook Off Competition ● Children’s entertainment – Animal Farm Nursery, Magician ● Musical entertainment – Brass Band, Rock Band, Buskers ● Vintage Cars ● Free Parking ● Village eateries, antique shops, galleries and other stores
Loch Village is expert at showcasing South Gippsland’s best foodie offerings, it’s a fantastic opportunity to sample what’s on offer.
With stunning views of the Strzelecki Ranges combined with picturesque Vineyard and Olive plantation scenery from the Cellar Door, Wild Dog Winery makes for the perfect place to relax and enjoy our range of Award Winning cool climate wines.
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Cost: Adults $10 Children under 18 Free
Jacican – Where food is the art form. Meals, High Tea, Cooking classes and group bookings and functions. Open by appointment.
Booking 0407 577 205 or jaci@jacican.com.au
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Loch General Store Groceries, gifts and lots more! Whether you need milk and bread or a selection of organic foods. We have a great range. Free range eggs, locally grown potatoes and garlic plus a range of local jams, relishes, oils and lots more. We have plants and garden sculptures that are locally made. Come and try our coffee and cake or have a hot pie, quiche or a famous South Melbourne Market dim sim. Seating inside or outside under cover. Lots of parking. Come and visit us on your way to the Prom or come for a drive and enjoy the peace and quiet of the lovely Loch Village.
Antique & Collectibles Autumn Fair 2014
10am - 4pm, April 26 & 27, Loch Public Hall, Smith Street, Loch Ph: 0438 260 037 15 fabulous exhibitors including china, ceramics and various collectibles
32 Victoria Road VIC, 3945 $2 entry donated to charity - Loch, The Beehive Foundation
Carrington’s of Loch Vil age period furniture decorative ware & decor 40 Victoria Street, Loch 3945 open 7 days a week 03 5659 4215 carringtons.com.au
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Reinventing an icon... FISH Creek, the charming, arty rural village in South Gippsland nestled in a verdant dairy farming area and close to Wilson Prom, Sandy Point and Waratah Bay, Fish Creek is gearing up once again for its famous annual Tea Cosy Festival.
Why the Tea Cosy Festival you ask? The tea cosy reflects the nurturing and welcoming nature of Fish Creek, the blending of traditional and new enterprises and the opportunity to reinvent an iconic symbol of everyday life. Whenever you pay a visit to the town the first thing you will be offered
Top: Sue Arnold, Mary-Lynn Griffith of The Tea Party. Above: Anne Parry’s Like a Fish Out of Water from 2013.
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The Festival kicks off the entertainment this year with String Fever. Wife and husband team Jacqui and Brenton Edgecombe formed their musical duo in 1998, who combine popular music, death defying musicianship and larger than life comedy to create a feature act like no other. They met as fellow members of the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and have shared stages with performers as diverse as Ray Charles, Olivia Newton John, Meatloaf, Anthony Warlow, Sir George Martin, Glenn Shorrock and Luciano Pavarotti. Continuing in the Tea Cosy Festival tradition of musical entertainment that is out of the ordinary – for the High Tea celebration at the Memorial Hall on Saturday, they have engaged The Tea Set. The Tea Set are Sue Arnold, MaryLynn Griffith and John O’Hagan.
They sing and play songs they love, with zeal, zing and mellifluous harmonies. They famously play both kinds of music: Country and Disco. Expect to hear ukulele, melodian, tea bell, teachest, teapot, guitar and double bass. They play Fish Creek via Glastonbury, the Vancover Comedy Festival and Circus Oz. “We were so pleased to hear about The Tea Set, they are just made for our festival” says Deidre Granger, festival committee member.
“Once we heard their music we couldn’t book them fast enough. And then we heard they came with a bonus vintage apron display!” In addition the Tea Cosy exhibition opening will include a performance by Anne Norman, with High Tea accompanied by Madame Flavour teas. Anne Norman is a shakuhachi performer, improviser and composer, working in a diverse range of music String Fever kick off the Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival.
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creation. Anne has also authored a book entitled Curiosi-tea, and her shows combine narrative, shakuhachi, and tea humour.
Madame Flavour has a direct connection with Gippsland’s creativity; owner Corinne Noyes has a property at Mt Best and her Sultry Chai and Mint Lavender Tisane contain Mountain Pepper and Peppermint Gum sourced from Kardella. She discovered these wonderful bushfoods as a member of the Prom Country Bushfoods group. She then set about developing a tea that used these bushfoods, which now reflects her approach to developing all her unique teas. During the Festival there will be other opportunities for tea and a chat and Madame Flavour should be there to help. Also stay on the look out for the Tea Cosy Festival cocktail party. About the Tea Cosy Exhibition The Tea Cosy Festival Committee are pleased to announce that Alison Lester will judge the competition this year. Alison is well known in the area as a successful author and artist. The categories for this year are:
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What do you call a place where they make a lamp from a 1930s heater? Create cake plates from found objects? Upcycle old kettles into whimsical water jugs? Nurture old Japanese silk into one-off pieces? Or hang bits of old fence on the wall? It’s called Anna Ki.
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Right: Butch Senior 1st prize tea cosy from a previous year. @ FishCreekTeaCosyFestival
alone with a tea cosy, doesn’t try it on” – this category is for those tea cosies made by men or for men.
mention, popular and packers’ prizes.
Exuberant Whimsy – let your tea cosy imagination go wild with no restrictions on material or method.
The closing event will include bush poetry, damper, billy tea and tea lanterns again accompanied by Madame Flavour teas. Local
Prizes include first, honourable
There is also an additional prize this year for the use of recycled material.
writers, performers and raconteurs are encouraged to pen their verses in preparation. This is an open event for all the family. More program events are still being announced as we go to print. To find out more go to www. teacosyfestival.com.au
The Tea Cosy Festival Opening Weekend STRING FEVER CONCERT 16 May @ 7:30pm Fish Creek Memorial Hall Tickets: $20 To book call Gecko Studio gallery on (03) 5683 2481. THE TEA COSY EXHIBITION Exhibition officially opens at 2pm and continues until 25 May, daily 11am-5pm Fish Creek Memorial Hall MAJOR CONCERT AND HIGH TEA 17 May @ 4pm Fish Creek Memorial Hall With The Tea Set and fabulous food. Tickets: $50 To book call 0416 280 658.
CHILDREN’S MUSIC WORKSHOPS 18 May @ 9am-12pm Fish Creek Primary School ● create your own musical instrument ● join in a group performance.
Second Weekend GOLD FISH CLASS FILMS IN FISHY 23 May @ 4pm and 7 pm Fish Creek Memorial Hall Screening Mary Poppins & Saving Mr Banks. BYO refreshments, stay tuned for Gold Fish Class offerings. MAKERS’ FAIR 24 May @ 10am to 3pm Village green Local artisans, local musicians, street performers, Tea Cosy Games, magician, circus skills workshop, climbing wall and lots more.
DEVONSHIRE TEA Fish Creek Memorial Hall 18 May and 25 May @ 2pm-5pm SHAKESPEARE IN THE COLUMNS 18 May @ 2pm Basia Mille, 1 Taylor Court In the Poet’s Walk at Basia Mille, four jewels from Shakespeare’s writing will be performed then opened for your personal reactions and comments. Cost: All this with a glass of wine and delicious antipasto for $35. To book call 0414 295 048
CHILDRENS’ CAFE 24 May @10am to 3pm Fish Creek Kindergarten Story telling and painting at our age appropriate café. EPIC TALENT SHOW 24 May @4pm Fish Creek Memorial Hall Book you time on stage go the website www. teacosyfestival.com.au/events
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Finance & Business
Keeping a good credit history AUSTRALIA’S new comprehensive credit reporting regulations came into effect last month, so we thought we’d give you an update on how to keep a good credit history under the new regulations. These new regulation reforms are an amendment to the existing Privacy Act 1988 and affect the kind of credit-related personal information that can be collected about you. The new type of information
credit providers can collect about you is called ‘repayment history information’.
Repayment history information is designed to give credit providers enough information about you to assess whether or not you can afford to take on more debt, and how much you can afford to repay. It includes information about whether you make your payments on time or whether you have missed a payment, so it can include both
positive and negative information about you. Previously, lenders were only able to access negative information like major credit infringements, bankruptcy situations and applications for credit. Now lenders will be able to see all this plus account information for a variety of repayments including mortgages, personal loans, credit cards, utilities and more. They will be able to access actual account information like the dates accounts were opened and closed, credit limits, type of credit account and 24 months repayment history on all your credit accounts. Be protective about your credit rating The new data allowed under comprehensive credit reporting will give lenders access to your data as far back as March 2012. This may not appear on your credit report immediately, and not all credit defaults will appear because consumer credit defaults of less than $150 may be removed or omitted from your report entirely. Nevertheless, under the new system it’s important that you pay your bills on time. To avoid accumulating a lot of minor defaults that can add up to make you appear as if you are under financial stress, you can pay the minimum amounts on your credit cards, loans and regular bills via auto-pay or direct debit to avoid being late. Always make sure your name is removed from utility bills when moving house or vacating share accommodation. And take extra measures to protect your personal information to avoid minor fraud situations and identity theft. Remember, under the new system good credit behaviour will be taken into consideration and may make it easier for you to obtain a loan when you need one so paying your bills on time will be in your best interests.
Come to us if you’re shopping for credit Some people shop around for credit and submit applications to several lenders and credit providers to see who will offer the best deal. Under the new credit reporting regulations, this may not be a good idea as each time you make an application, it is recorded on your credit report and may give a credit provider the impression that you’re under financial stress when you are not. That means being rejected for credit could prove to be a black spot on your credit report! So to protect your credit report, you should only submit a credit application once you have made your choice of loan or credit product and done your best to make sure that you will be eligible for approval. Happily, that’s where we can help. We will only submit a credit application on your behalf once we have helped you thoroughly assess your personal financial situation and
helped you to select the right loan product for your needs. We do the legwork shopping around for the best deal from a variety of different lenders and only submit your application to the one you finally select. We will also help you assess your eligibility and capacity to comfortably make repayments on any loan that you apply for, considering your other repayment commitments. (Please note, we can also help with car and asset finance, as well as your mortgage).
For more information about keeping a good credit report, or how yours might affect your application for a mortgage or loan, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’ll be happy to discuss your credit report history, how it may affect your capacity to borrow and how you can manage it in the future. Phone 0351750411
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Brides Guide
Your Ceremony Create a day that reflects your personal style BY RENEE RICCI
The basic elements of a civil wedding ceremony are as follows:
FINDING your personal style is a matter of deciding what type of ceremony is best suited to you; and getting a sense of which rituals, blessing, prayers, readings, and cultural or religious aspects are meaningful and relevant. The location and the wedding officiant are important components of the mix.
1 The greeting
A religious church ceremony is usually performed in a church, temple or place of worship and follows a traditional structure. Before you marry, investigate all the rules of the faith whose place of worship you will be marrying in as each have different requirements. Some religions allow inter-faith or different faiths marriages and some don’t. Others, under certain circumstances, allow second marriages. Many religions simply ask you to be familiar with the faith of your partner, while still others require you to convert. Certain churches will insist on premarital counselling. Contact your clergy as early as possible to find out about the formalities in good time. Civil Ceremonies (Non-religious) are not bound by religious traditions and can be performed almost anywhere. This option is more common one these days compared to church ceremonies and they allow a lot more flexibility over location and with your Civil Celebrants agreement you may select a park, beach or reception centre. The only rule is that you publicly exchange vows!
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A contract of eternal bond of love, Confirm’d by mutual joinder of your hands, Attested by the holy close of lips, Strength’ned by interchangement of your rings And all the ceremony of this compact Seal’d in my function, by my testimony… Quote by William Shakespeare Twelfth Night
2 The declaration of intention (wedding vows) 3 The exchange of rings 4 Blessings, readings, songs 5 The pronouncement 6 The kiss! The legal paperwork At least one month and one day and not more than 6 months before the wedding you will need to lodge a Notice of Intended Marriage form. You can get the notice from your church, your celebrant or the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages in your state. The Declaration of marriage has to be signed a few days prior to the ceremony. Following the ceremony you’ll sign the marriage register (church or celebrant’s record book and marriage certificate). All paperwork is then sent to state Registry office. Follow www. basscoastbride.com. au for more wedding planning tips and access to the Wedding Directory for local ceremony locations, marriage celebrants and other services.
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Myer Street Renovations – Lakes Entrance
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THE humble yet delicious pizza migrated to Australia with Italian migrants in the 1920’s and Australia’s first pizzerias started opening in the early 60’s. Today Australian’s rival Italians in the eating of them. And harking back to Pizza’s real origins, Pizza on Myer, a new foodie destination in Lakes Entrance, have their focus squarely set on bringing authentic Italian gourment pizzas to their region. John and Amy, who are pizza afficionados and the creators of Pizza on Myer, are experienced chefs. The pair are serious about their authentic Italian Pizza mission, so much so that they are sourcing a lot specialised ingredients from Italy. The hand-tossed thin crust style of pizzas, or Roman pizzas, are absolutely delicious and offer something that cannot be found elsewhere outside of Melbourne. This new pizzeria’s premises have been
completely overhauled after ten years of being untouched and in doing so are providing Lakes locals and visitors with a brilliant new choice. It’s a great development on the foodie scene in Lakes and is getting great feedback from some very satisfied customers. Left: Pizza on Myer is a delicious new addition to the Lakes Entrance streetscape.
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Myer Street Renovations – Lakes Entrance
Off to the Chippy ACCORDING to Urbanspoon and TripAdvisor people are travelling from far and wide to try Paul and Kellie’s Footbridge Fish & Chips in Lakes Entrance. The portions are being reported as very generous and they make their own delicate and crisp gluten free and regular batters. GF selections include fish in many varieties, home made chunky chips, potato cakes and sweet potato cakes, scallops and calamari. All gluten free menu items
are cooked in a dedicated GF fryer. The yummy burgers and home made dim sims were rating very highly as well. The footbridge has recently refurbished their equipment to ensure the quality remains high and keep the great reviews keep rolling in! Yummmm! Below: Fresh is best, a succulent fish and chip dinner from Footbridge, another take out choice on Myer Street in Lakes. Images courtesy www.urbanspoon.com.
Metung
Metung Food & Wine Festival Queens Birthday Weekend Saturday 8th June , 8am to 4pm Metung Village Green
THE Metung Food & Wine Festival will once again feature the best that East Gippsland has to offer this Queen’s birthday weekend. Showcasing the fabulous food and wine that Metung and surrounds has to offer, East Gippsland food and wine producers will be serving complimentary tastings from their menus as well as preparing special dishes for the event. Local wineries will offer free tastings along with serving wine by the glass and selling wines by the bottle. Last year’s festival saw a crowd of over 1,500 people from all over Australia enjoy the culinary delights of 18 restaurants and producers including 8 wineries. The highlight for many patrons and the focus of the event is the opportunity to talk to the producers and find out more about where a product has come from and how it is made. “People are concentrating more on the provenance of food,” says organiser Lucy Carson of East Gippsland Eats. “Gourmands from around the country come to the Festival and are interested not only in the ingredients but the process too; the Festival gives people the opportunity to meet the faces behind the local food and wine brands they love.
“This is a wonderful event set against a backdrop of lively East Gippsland food, art and cultural happenings over the long weekend.” Entry is $10. For more details or to book tickets visit: www. metungfoodandwinefestival.com.au
Circled: Fresh seafood morsels. Above: Some delectable East Gippsland Cheeses.
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House & Garden
When do you need a Permit? BY DAMIAN ANDERSON
I draw plans and complete construction documentation, not just for houses, but for all sorts of weird and wonderful projects. People are often confused about what can and cannot be built without a building permit. In this two part series I will clarify the Building Permit exceptions. What you don’t need a building permit for: SHEDS A freestanding shed with a floor area not more than 10 m², not more than 3 m in height or, if located within 1 m of a boundary is not more than 2.4 m in height & located no further forward on the allotment than the front wall of the main building on the property.
affect the safety of the public, is not an essential safety measure, does not increase or decrease the floor area or height of the building, is not being carried out on, or in connection with, a building included on the Heritage register established under the Heritage Act 1995, is not removal or alteration of any element of the building that is contributing to the support of any other element of the building, or uses materials commonly used for the same purpose as the material being replaced. Next Month: Swimming pools, Advertising signage and pergolas
Not constructed of masonry (stone, concrete, brick, etc), or does not involve construction over an easement vested in Council or other service authority specified in regulation 310 of the Building Regulations 2006. EXISTING BUILDINGS Repair, renewal or maintenance of an existing building if the building works is not structural works or underpinning or replacement of footings, does not
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May in the vegie patch The main vegetables which can be planted this month are broad beans, peas and some varieties of onions.
Broad beans like a sunny spot with protection from wind. Most varieties are tall and will tend to flop over after a shower of rain. Choosing dwarf varieties or planting them along a trellis where they can be tied will overcome the problem. Alternatively you could put stakes along each side of the rows and run some string between the stakes to stop them flopping over. The main disease of broad beans is Chocolate Spot. This shows up as brown spots on the leaves, often causing them to shrivel and die. Good air circulation and not planting them in the same place as last year will help. Broad beans will be ready for use early in the spring
when there is not much else around. They seem to be a love ‘em or hate ‘em vegetable but if picked and used fresh they are tasty and nutritious. Pods can be picked when they are pencil thickness or a bit more and used like ordinary beans or left to develop more and then ‘shelled’. If you don’t let the pods get to big the seeds will be sweet and tender. Boil or steam them until a knife goes through them easily, then drain, add a knob of butter and leave the lid on until you have finished serving up. They are delectable. The growing tips can also be cut and used as you would spinach. If you have a question about food growing you can email me on info@ezy-gro.com or call and leave a message on 03 5126 1161. I will respond within 24 hours on weekdays and on Monday morning for weekend enquiries.
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Nancy’s Notes Howdy Folks! What a wonderful May day we are enjoying. The weather is beautiful this morning. We had a curly one this week and thought you might like to hear about it. John came in with an apple from his orchard; part of the apple was shiny, swollen and spongy. Part was sunken in, as though it had sucked in its cheeks. When opened, the core was brown. In between the skin and flesh it was all corky and dry, and that points to a boron deficiency. Back to the books. The amount of boron one should use gave us a tad of concern. To quote one of the many articles we read; “The suggested rates must not be exceeded. Too much boron is harmful.” Back to the drawing board... John went home and got soil samples from two of the affected trees. Both lots were highly alkaline, from 9.2 – 10 on the PH scale! It seems that when it reads that high, several elements aren’t easily available to the plant, including nitrogen, iron, copper, and ta-da, boron. We also found that fluctuations in the soil moisture can influence this problem. After a bit more reading and chatting, John had decided to be Mr. Guinea Pig since he has almost a year to fix it naturally. He is going to be more consistent with his watering, add lots of finely chopped horse and cow manure mixed with straw as a mulch, with the addition of seaweed and rock dust. Fingers crossed the PH level with come down, nutrients will unlock, and the orchard will be a happy place! Watch this space! Oh, we also thought of adding sulphur, but decided it was cheating. Anyway, not only will boron deficiency ✔ affect John’s apples but also a wide range of plants including many vegetables. Consult your local nursery man... Well on that happy note, I’m off to plants some ✔ snow peas and poppies. Happy Gardening ✔ Cheers, Nancy
Continue to control slugs and snails. Remove and compost or bury any remains of summer crops. If your tomatoes suffered from wilt or similar viruses it is better to get rid of the old plants so as not to spread the disease in the soil. Sow broad beans Sow seed of Early Globe, White Spanish or
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Gippsland Market News
Noticeboard GIPPSLAND CARERS ASSOCIATION CARERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING Wed 28th May, 10am
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
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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 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
Drouin Craft & Produce 3rd Sat of month, 8am12.30pm Civic Park, Drouin Contact 5625 3360 Jindivick Craft & Produce 1st Sat of month, 9am-1pm 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick Contact 5628 5227 Koowee Community Market 1st Sun of month, 8am1.30pm EAST GIPPSLAND Koo Wee Rup Community Bairnsdale Farmers Market Centre, Cochrane Park 1st Sat of month, 8am-12pm Contact 0428 971 071 Secondary College Oval, Longwarry Fire Brigade Market McKean St, Bairnsdale Contact 5156 9342
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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 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 0432 602 007 after 6pm 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 Latrobe Country Market Every Sun, 8.30am1.30pm Latrobe Road, Morwell Contact 0407 532 957 Old Gippstown Market Moe 3rd Sat of month 8am2pm Old Gippstown Heritage Park Contact 5127 3082
SOUTH GIPPSLAND Coal Creek Farmers Market 2nd Sat of month, 8am-12.30pm Coal Creek Community Park Korumburra Contact 0459 629 000 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
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Whether you are big or small, short or tall come along and have some tea with the Mad Hatter. During May, there will be a host of events such as story times and crafts. All culminating in a community tea party to be held on Saturday 17th of May at the Sale Pedestrian Mall. We encourage local community groups to get involved by manning a stall of tea party suitable foods to sell on the day. For more information on having a stall, please contact Bernie on wrt@tourismwellington.com.au or 0405 387 906
Promontory Home Produce & Craft Market 2014-15 Dates: Nov 2nd, Dec 7th, Dec 28th, Jan 25th, Mar 8th, Apl 5th 8am to 2pm at Foster show grounds Contact: 0439 033 960 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 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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1st Sunday of Every Month 9am-1pm Main Street Maffra
4th Sunday of Every Month 9am-1pm New location in Memorial Park, Princess highway Stratford
Wellington Shires Newest Market, Bundy Hall Variety/Farmers Market Saturday 31/5/14, 9am - 2pm (5th Saturday of the Month) Farmers/Variety Market which means you can sell anything. The hall has indoor and outdoor stalls and is place beautifully on the Maffra/Sale road. Book in now for your site at this great market with 50% of the stall fee to go to the HALL Committee. Call Mark on: 0408057772