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OUTDOOR EXPO

MIND, BODY & SOUL

All the latest in caravans & camping, fishing, boating & much more, seriously! Bonus door prizes, fishing, casting & outdoor cooking demos...

The Wholistic Festival of Life’s next expo boasts a brilliant lineup of guest speakers & 60+ exhibitors.

All 23 workshops & lectures are included in the one low price...

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FALLING FOR PROM COUNTRY Agnes Falls Reserve, home to the tallest single-span waterfall in Victoria, is undergoing a makeover thanks to the tireless efforts of the Friends of Agnes Falls. It’s another jewel in crown of the spectacular Corner Inlet region, keep it in mind for your next road trip...

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RAIL TRAIL FEATURE The lowdown on our best Rail Trails.

New bridges, new facilities, new trail kms and more. The Rail Trail phenomenon continues to develop...

SPRING SHOW TIME

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Wellington Shire News

25 Years for Sale U3A

THE Sale “University of the Third Age” is celebrating 25 years of successful operation in 2013. Students range from the ages of 50 to 90 plus and the Sale U3A also has its own self contained learning facility with areas of study including computers, crafts, movies, bush walking, art gallery trips, field trips and ‘eating around’ to name a few.

The learning process uses both mental and physical activity to educate. Current affairs is a strong

focus within the group and to this end U3A Sale hosts civic representatives, politicians and councillors at regular speaking engagements.

With Sale’s economy heavily dependent on the oil and gas industries, the Sale U3A has been investigating the hot topic of ‘oil sea gas’ over the past year. Keynote speakers ranged from the “antitrackers” Dr Rowena Knoesen and Esso Australia exploration director Adem Djobic.

Field trips to locations like the

RAAF Base in East Sale, Puffing Billy and the Gippsland Water Factory are a regular event.

U3A is for anyone who wishes to keep their mind active and open in the company of other inquisitive souls.

Sale U3A is always open to new members who would like to learn or teach in a mentally and physically stimulating way; turning leisure time into friendship and fun.

For more information phone the secretary on 5144 1580 or the president on 51433004.

Get in amongst it with Sale U3A.

About U3A The U3A Movement U3A stands for University of the Third Age. There are U3As all over the world. A U3A is a volunteer co-operative of older people who share many educational, creative and leisure activities.

What is the Third Age? The Third Age refers to the time after the First Age of childhood and the Second Age of employment and parental responsibility – often called “the age of active retirement”.

Why are we called U3A? A U3A is a university in the original sense of the word: a community of people devoted to learning and its members are in the Third Age.

How did U3A start?

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of the direction and course material to their U3A brethren. The idea spread rapidly throughout France and Europe, and then across the Atlantic to Quebec and California. In Great Britain, the movement evolved toward self-direction and local autonomy. This is the model followed in Australia.

Who can join U3A? Although it is called a ‘university’, being in your Third Age is the only qualification needed to participate in the U3A movement.

No educational qualifications are required or given.

Those who teach and those who learn are both members of their U3A. Annual membership fees at Victorian U3As are generally between $35 and $50, and entitle a member to enrol for as many classes or activities as they wish.

U3A is a world-wide movement. It began in France in 1972, when legislation was passed that required universities to provide more community education. The first U3A was open to anyone over retirement age; no qualifications or examinations were required, and fees were kept to a minimum, although traditional universities provided most

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Wellington Shire News

The Old Fella, Rod Gregory Sat, 19 Oct 7:30pm - 8.30pm Esso BHP Billiton Wellington Entertainment Centre, 100 Foster Street, Sale ROD Gregory, the funniest retired farmer in Australian stand up comedy, is coming to Sale this October, with his ‘The Old Fella’ tour.

Forced into early retirement at the age of 67 after three serious back operations, Rod’s life changed dramatically when he reluctantly, and after much encouragement from the family, decided to write short stories about his farming days. This venture turned into completing a ten week comedy course.

Rod developed his new found talent over 12 months and then auditioned for Channel Seven’s ‘Australia’s Got Talent’. Hoping for just two minutes on national TV, Rod came fourth in the 2011 Grand Finale and the rest, as they say, is history.

Rod admits he was worried he would go nuts with nothing to do as a retiree, which is what motivated him to re-invent himself. He can’t believe his ‘have a go’ attitude has grown into a very hectic and rewarding ‘hobby’ as a stand up comedian and although new to the game he has performed hundreds of gigs all over Australia

Booking Tickets: Adults $37.00, Concession $33.00, Group 6+ $33.00 Web: www.ebbwec.com.au

His genuine nature and good old Aussie sense of humour has connected Rod to audiences of all ages, gender and belief, across the country. Rod relishes performing in regional, remote and outer urban communities as well as the big city.

Based at Maitland, South Australia, Rod spent 53 years as an active mixed farmer, in his younger days as a shearer, and for the last 13 years as a viticulturist in his own vineyard.

If you chuckled watching ‘The Old Fella’ perform his risqué rural Aussie humour on TV you are going to love the non-stop belly laugh of a live show.

Rod likes to follow on from his performance by sharing insights with the audience about his farm, family and fame life

experiences – highlighting how maintaining a good sense of humour is good for us. Inspirational stuff and the source of bonus laughter.

Rod is thriving with his new career, which proves you are never too old to have a go “…I wouldn’t be dead for quids…” says Rod.

Left: Australia’s funniest retired farmer, The Old Fella, Rod Gregory.

Above: Rod made the Grand Finale of ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ in 2011.

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Bass Coast Shire News

Australian MotoGP’s 25th year

18th, 19th, 20th October, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

THE home of Australian motorcycle racing is Phillip Island. Its windswept tarmac is the crucible of Australian motorsport, from the 100 Miles Road Race in 1928, through to Casey Stoner’s record sixth consecutive FIM Australian Grand Prix victory in 2012.

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The Island is a motorsport spectator’s paradise, with panoramic views of Bass Strait as bikes flash through Siberia.

It’s also a rider’s circuit.

Valentino Rossi describes it as: “One of the most fantastic places in the world to ride a motorcycle.”

Jorge Lorenzo thinks “it’s maybe the fastest on the calendar,” making it a personal favourite of the World Champion. Dani Pedrosa considers it amongst the most demanding tracks on the planet.

From the first FIM Australian Grand Prix back in 1989 it has been a success, dominated by Australian riders and adored by Australian fans.

OFF TRACK EVENTS

When you’re not catching the action on the track, check out the activities around the circuit and the island and keep your engine running!

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Show n Shine Campground Entertainment

FREE bands and movies commencing at 8pm – Friday night through to Sunday night.

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Supercross Championship

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Barry Sheene Tribute Ride

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GP Expo The spokes.com.au Autograph Stage Flair Moto Trials The FLAIR riders Freestyle

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Junior GP Challenge

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GPTV and GP Radio

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Scenic Helicopter Flights

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Trials Show is a high-action choreographed show, crossing the boundaries between Trials, BMX and Freestyle Moto-X. 

The Hercules Strong Man Championships

Catch some of Australia’s strongest athletes compete against each other in 8 events over the weekend.

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MotoGP is the pinnacle of motorcycle racing; an eighteen-race series visiting fourteen countries and four continents with millions of viewers across the globe. The world’s best riders line the grid armed with the cutting edge technology of three leading manufacturers; Honda, Yamaha and Ducati. New era champions, like rookie Marc Marquez will battle it out for glory against the likes of Valentino Rossi, Jorge Lorenzo, Andrea Dovizioso and Dani Pedrosa.

East Gippsland Shire News

Golf Victoria wants you Want to give it a go?

5 WEEK BEGINNER CLINICS

Clinic 1: Women’s Clinic (Level 1)* Tuesdays, 10-11am 22nd, 29th October 12th, 19th & 26th November 2013 (Overflow clinic at 11.00am)

Clinic 2: Mixed Clinic (Level 1)* Sundays, , 10-11am 27th October, 10th, 17th, 24th November & 1st December 2013

(Overflow clinic at 11.00am) Morning tea included

Lakes Entrance Golf Club

Golf Links Road, Lakes Entrance Equipment provided – Dress comfortably (flat shoes) – Giveaways Cost: $90 for 5 week course To Register: contact Pro Shop on 5155 2832 or visit www.golfvic.org.au - (Participation Tab, Give Golf a Go, Calendar)

Golfing Victoria, whose stated aim is to promote and foster the enjoyment of golf as a sport and recreational activity, has created the Give Golf a Go program to make the game more accessible to newcomers.

Give Golf a Go is giving people of all ages the opportunity to get to grips with the game in a cost effective and relaxed group environment. People can enroll in female only, male only or mixed group clinics – all year round.

The 18 hole Lakes Entrance course, which is ranked in the top 100 public access courses in Australia for the year of 2011 (as compiled by Golf Australia magazine), is a participant in the program.

Lakes has the highest ranked golf course in Gippsland, in fact the layout and presentation of the course are nationally recognised according to publicaccessgolf.com.au.

While on the course, you can also take in the magnificent coastal scenery and stunning birdlife. There are over 150 visiting species; eagles, kites and other raptors, honeyeaters and parrots aplenty (including the rare swift parrot), sea and water birds in droves and many more.

Sounds like a nice way to spend a morning.

Left: A wood positioned ready to swing and strike.

There will be two types of MotoGP bikes on the grid as we saw in 2012, with highly tuned prototypes used by the manufacturers and some selected satellite teams, and the Claiming Rule Team (CRT) bikes with production based engines and larger fuel tanks.

This should make for some interesting racing in the Australian MotoGP’s 25th year!

Lakes Entrance Golf Course.

Image courtesy: www.publicaccessgolf.com.au

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Latrobe Shire News

The Gippsland Great Outdoor Expo will be the place to find inspiration for all things outdoors.

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Baw Baw Shire News

October is Gardivalia month

WITH the vision of making Gardivalia the premier garden festival in Victoria, the Gardivalia committee have pulled out all the stops to make this years event the best yet.

The 2013 program features open gardens, garden tours, demonstrations, workshops, Drouin Lions, the Baw Baw Garden Expo & Home Show, art and sculpture displays and ‘poetry in the garden’, all complemented by West Gippsland’s renown gourmet food and wine.

Gardivalia was established in 2006 to showcase the many beautiful gardens in West Gippsland and to promote tourism in the region.

Initially affiliated with the West Gippsland Gourmet Country Tourism Association it has now grown to become a force in its own right.

John Patrick of ABC Gardening Australia fame and director of John Patrick Landscaping Architect Services, is patron of Gardivalia.

“Garden festivals offer wonderful

opportunities for the community to celebrate the achievements of local gardeners who take immense pride in their creations. The Australian environment is rarely kind to gardeners yet this doesn’t discourage them and the results are often breath-taking,” says John.

“For the garden visitor, every garden will teach them something, perhaps about plants, design ideas they can reinterpret in their own garden, perhaps only the fact that gardeners, by being involved with the soul, have wonderful spirits and a sense of reality. Gardens allow us to understand and enjoy the changes to the seasons and more fully appreciate the subtleties of our world and because nature always has the last word, it teaches us humility.”

Almost 30 gardens will be on display. These gardens, many open to the public for the first time, range from small suburban plots to large country gardens.

Vegetable gardens include traditional, organic and permaculture.

Above circled: Tall Timbers, Piedmont Left: Broughton Hall, Jindivick

What’s On Gardivalia Open Gardens Sat 19th & Sun 20th October, 10am – 4pm Sat 26th & Sun 27th October, 10am – 4pm Tickets: $20 for five gardens $5 single garden A single garden ticket can be purchased at the garden. $20 tickets can be purchased through the West Gippsland Arts Centre:

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Download a map and extensive program from the website: www.gardivalia.com.au

Food Gardens

These gardens will display the Baw Baw Sustainability Network logo and feature vegetables, fruit & nuts, berries, chickens, bees and much more.

Learn about composting, propagating, permaculture and get some great advice.

Workshops

Include landscape design, basketweaving and botanical art.

a self guided tour Sat 19th October  FREE entry to 3 open gardens  FREE lunch at Lillico Glass Studio  FREE refuelling snacks & drinks at participating gardens  Helmet sticker, map and drink bottle  Tour map www.gardivalia.com.au for details

South Gippsland Shire News

The Great Gondos Variety Show The highly skilled antics of variety circus stars Daniel Oldaker and Rani Huszar are coming to South Gippsland in early November, in a side-splitting physical comedy of romantic blunders where beautiful moments collide with absurd chaos.

Daniel and Rani play Repeater Repardo and Roberta RhumbaieicarumbachicolibidorubberlegsHazar, (phew) a couple of unlikely theatre stars that have pinned all of their hopes for future fame and success on one Romeo Romero Mario, Broadway producer and New York big wig.

Repeater and Roberta are hoping that Romeo will show up to their theatre, see the magnificent work that they have created and sign them up.

SHOWS Bena Fri 1st November, 8pm Bena Public Hall in Main Street Mirboo North Sat 2nd November, 8pm Grand Ridge Brewery Baromi Road, Mirboo North Tickets from Wren’s Nest Toora Sun 3rd November, 7.30pm Toora Hall, Gray Street Toora Tickets at the door An all ages event also appearing at Lakes Entrance, Orbost & Mallacoota

When Romeo doesn’t show, Repeater has to do some fancy footwork that results in unexpected outcomes and the undoing of his own romantic situation. The show is a hilarious blend of wackiness, juggling, tango, ventriloquism, balancing, contortion and beach wear and will have the whole family in stitches.

Daniel and Rani have performed their unique blend of contemporary circus and physical theatre in Asia, Canada, America, New Zealand and Europe for the last 10 years.

These two eccentric characters create absolute mayhem with a brilliant display of circus and physical comedy.

“There is a real charm to this show…circus aspects of the show were fantastic.”

Daniel Sheppard (Melbourne Fringe Festival Reviews) “..the show goes above and beyond expectations.. these two natural performers make each and every moment a seamless variety act…one of the most bizarre, unique shows.”

Bobby O’Conner (Indianapolis Fringe Festival Reviews)

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Korumburra – Town of the Month

Busking in ‘Burra

Sat 10th November, 8am-10.30pm

IT would seem there’s plenty happening in beautiful Korumburra these days. One of the town’s signature events, the annual Buskers Festival is coming up this November.

This one day festival takes to the streets of town and the Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, with a busking competition, market stalls, Battle of the Bands and heaps more.

It’s FREE for the Street Parade and the Busking Group. Other events may have a cover charge.

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Halloween at Coal Creek Sat 26th Oct 5.30pm to 8pm Featuring a Trick or Treat for the kids, bring your own bag to collect your goodies.

PLUS: Ghost train rides, a spooktacular live show & many other activities including roving performers, snake busters, apple bobbing, monster bash disco and a blazing bonfire from 8pm. There is also a best dressed competition (Under 8, Under 16 and Open).

Web: coalcreekvillage.com.au/events/halloween/ Korumburra Open Gardens Sat 26th Oct, 10am - 4.30pm A new bi-annual event featuring 4 Open Gardens in lush surrounds.

Tickets: Available from the Open Gardens – $15.00

Jenny’s Picture This Framed Looking for personal service for your custom framing of your precious items? Our store stocks a large range of mouldings of frames, glass, matboards & finishes to enhance your framing requirements. *Mirrors, Metal Art & Canvas Paintings in store.

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Sausage Sizzle: At the Hospital garden.

Korumburra Newsagency Stocking a huge range of maps, papers, stationary needs and much more

39 Commercial St, Korumburra VIC 3950 Phone:(03) 5655 1175

Surveytech Pty Ltd Professional Land Surveyors

Building Foundations Construction surveyors Developments Land management Certifier Capital works

Ecological assessments Environmental Consulting Net gain assessment Sub divisions Boundaries Building levels Height measurement

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Coal Creek Community Park and Museum - FREE ENTRY and unlimited fun for the whole family. Come along and ride the bush tramway, buy some old fashioned lollies from the general store, visit our friendly animals and feed the ducks too. While you're here drop in and have a look at our Community Gallery, and be sure to talk to our volunteers for their knowledge of local history. Come on one of our scary Ghost Tours and see the Village at night. Think of Coal Creek for your wedding, or for a special event with the family.

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Around Agnes Falls

Falling for a slice of Prom Country

THE Corner Inlet area, just above Wilsons Promontory, is famous for its awardwinning cheeses, cool climate wines, beers, fruits, preserves, succulent beef and lamb, potatoes, herbs, bush foods and fresh locally caught fish – and a wonderfully rich arts culture.

The area from Foster to Toora, Welshpool and Port Welshpool is home to a large fishing fleet. Dairy, beef cattle and sheep production are the main rural activities and the area benefits from being one of the highest rainfall areas in Victoria.

Prom Country is a magnet for nature-based tourists exploring the region’s national, state and marine parks. The region is known for its coastal wilderness, rainforests, sweeping uncrowded beaches and abundant wildlife.

These natural attractions – and the scenic beauty of the surrounding area – attract more than 1.1 million experience seeking visitors annually. Tourism

contributes over $220 million dollars to the local economy.

Toora Toora, a small historic town with a population of about 500, is nestled between the Strzelecki foothills and Corner Inlet Marine and Coastal Reserve and overlooks the famous Prom.

Corner Inlet is also a designated RAMSAR wetland site of international significance, renowned for the huge variety of migratory birds which nest in the area. A must for all nature lovers is the bird hide and walking trail just south of Toora.

The word ‘toora’ is said to be an Aboriginal instruction which translates as ‘woman, look after fire’. It was reputedly used regularly when the men in the group departed for religious ceremonies at Wilsons Promontory.

Originally, the township was known as Muddy Creek and was established in the 1860’s to supply hardwood to Melbourne.

The sawmill was situated on the

Agnes Falls With views of Wilsons Promontory to the front of the hotel and the majestic wind turbines and rolling hills behind, the hotel has fast become a favourite meeting place for both locals and visitors.

Providing the customer with friendly service, a wide range of facilities, great value pub meals including an ever changing specials menu and a extensive wine list featuring some of the many fabulous local wines of our region.

Toora

*Breakfast *Restaurant *Special Occasions *Vouchers Available *Accommodation 69 / 71 Stanley St. Toora, 3962 Phone: (03) 5686 2475 Fax: (03) 5686 2008 royalstandardhotel@bigpond.com

Main image: Agnes Falls, the tallest single-span waterfall in Victoria, drops 59 metres into the gorge below.

Circled, Tracks to viewing platforms.

Above: The picnic area on the banks of the Agnes River.

*Large range of cabin types *Indoor heated pool & spa *Free WiFi Internet *Giant chess *Jumping pillow *Beach volleyball *Tennis *Mini golf *Playground *BBQ's *Ensuite, drive-through sites *Modern amenities *Close to town centre

Toora Tourist Park is a caravan park close to Wilsons Promontory National Park which offers cabin accommodation, powered caravan and camping sites and ensuite powered sites at reasonable rates. Located in the small historic town of Toora just 2 hours drive south east of Melbourne and only 10 minutes from Agnes Falls

Toora Tourist Park, South Gippsland Hwy Toora VIC 3962 Phone: (03) 5686 2257 Email: info@tooratouristpark.com.au

FoodWorks prides itself on its fresh, contemporary approach to retail whilst still retaining a friendly, community-focused relationship with its customers. Unlike any other supermarket brand in Australia, every store in FoodWorks is different and each have a strong sense of independence, which gives them full flexibility to tailor their store to their local community’s needs.

66 Stanley St Toora 3962 (03) 5686 2392

Named after its resident icon, Wilsons Promontory National Park, the Prom Country region is a natural wonderland!

Natural attractions within Prom Country include: Wilsons Promontory National Park, the Lyrebird Forest Walk, Mount Worth State Park, Agnes Falls, Turton’s Creek Falls, Sandy Point/Waratah beaches, Great Southern Rail Trail, Grand Ridge Rail Trail and the Walkerville Lime Kilns.

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Around Agnes Falls

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east bank of Muddy Creek. The timber was transported across the mangrove swamp where it was loaded onto barges which carried them to larger boats anchored in the deeper waters of Corner Inlet. Parts of the old tramlines and loading facilities still remain.

In the 1890s the government encouraged settlement of the Toora area under the Village Settlement Scheme. Unfortunately, the blocks (which were designated for farming) were too small and the scheme failed.

The abandoned land was taken up for dairying and the fattening of cattle. These are the main industries of the area today.

You can take a Toora Heritage Walk by following special trail markers, you’ll see many community arts projects along the way as well.

North of Toora are two mountains, Mt. Best and Mt. Fatigue, both offering spectacular views of rolling hills, Corner Inlet and Wilsons Promontory. Huge trees can be found in the valleys that surround the mountains. Mountain Ash, Beech, Wattle and tree ferns are common.

Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve Still in the bushland to the north of town, is Agnes Falls, the tallest single-span waterfall in Victoria, dropping 59 metres into the gorge

Promontory Home Produce & Craft Market

Toora from the Strezlecki foothills.

below. Two excellent viewing platforms are provided at the end of a 200 metre path from the carpark.

The latest version of the Toora Community Plan 2010/2011, recognised the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve as a key asset to Toora and other nearby towns.

After a number of articles were published in local newspapers, and several meetings held with local stakeholders, including Parks Victoria and the South Gippsland Shire, the second half of 2012 saw members of the local community coming together to form the “Friends of Agnes Falls Inc (FoAF Inc).

More lobbying and liaison with Parks Vic, the Council, and the Victorian State Government earned the newly formed FoAF an $180,000 grant, from the Regional Development Growth Fund, in late July 2013. This money is being spent

Wilsons Promontory from the outskirts of Foster.

on improvements to the reserve.

Plans for a new toilet block – to be built alongside the carpark, new picnic tables, a picnic shelter and information rotunda and new signage are now well underway. The new works will hopefully ready by this Christmas.

The possibility of a cantilever extension to one of the current viewing points is also being investigated.

The bushland setting of the Reserve, on the banks of the Agnes River, is a beautiful spot for a picnic.

Dogs on leashes are allowed, but remember to take your rubbish home with you as there are no bins.

If you haven’t yet visited the Agnes Falls, or it has been some time since you last came, keep in mind that the falls are worth seeing at any time of the year, but particularly after heavy rain.

Foster

Next market on 3rd November, 8am – 2pm Sundays in 2013: 3/11, 8/12, 29/12 Sundays in 2014: 26/1, 9/3, 19/4 Foster Showgrounds, Foster

The nearby town of Foster has a reputation for creativity and with a strong population of local artists, musicians, painters, photographers, writers, performers, textile artists and sculptors, it’s well deserved.

Take some time to explore the studios and galleries.

Foster also has a farmers market on the third Saturday of every month and a much larger produce and craft market during summer.

Get the Prom Country App The Prom Country App can be downloaded via the iTunes store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android) or use the App store feature on your mobile device itself and search for ‘Prom Country’.

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New Age New Age, Mind, Body & Spirit Expo in Berwick

Entrance Fee: $10 Adults. Children 12 & under Free. Special 1/2 Price Entry between 10am & 11am Contact: Maureen Barass or Lesley Williams Telephone : (03) 9500 8220 Mobile : (0411) 260 339 Email: mbarrass@tpg.com.au or lesley@sacredmist.com.au

The New Age, Psychic Mind, Body & Spirit Expo is back again in Berwick on Sunday 27th October. Maureen Barrass, one of the organisers of the Festival is excited about the variety of Exhibitors who will be taking part in the Expo this year. “This is our sixth year in presenting the Expo, which is now a yearly event and has become known as “Berwick’s own Mind, Body & Spirit” Expo. Thanks to the great response and support we receive from the local community and local businesses”.

With 60 Exhibitors, visitors will be able to see Psychic Readers, a Crystal Ball Reader, Ribbon Reader, Palmistry, Astrologers, Numerologist, Full Body Aura Scans, Aura Photographs, Reiki Healers, Reflexology, Kinesiology and a host of other modalities. You will be able to test and try a range of Natural Therapies, buy Crystals and beautiful hand crafted silver and crystal jewellery. There will be lots of gift ideas for Christmas as well as being able to treat your self to a day of relaxation and harmony.

We will have a wonderful line up guest speakers, including a number of Clairvoyants and Mediums who will bring you messages from beyond. All 23 Free Workshops and Lectures are included in the price of the $10 per adult entry ticket (children under 12 Free). However we are offering a “Special” half price “One hour early Bird” entry of $5 between 10am and 11am.

That’s super value for a full day of entertainment. The Café will be open for light lunches and snacks from 10am till 4pm.

Come and join us at The Berwick Leisure Centre, 79 Manuka Road, Berwick on Sunday 27th October. Doors open at 10am till 5pm. Enquiries Phone: 9500 8220

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West Gippsland Open Studios

Featured Artists (See Map) Wendy Olsen

Wendy’s wildlife paintings and pop surreal work is in private collections worldwide. Visit her studio to see work in progress. Arts cafe open downstairs.

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Sun 10th November, 10am-5pm

Wendy Hitchins

NESTLED amongst the rolling hills of the Baw Baw Shire, lies an art trail of artist studios and boutique galleries just waiting to be discovered...

With such a diversity of great local artists living the country dream in the region, you are bound to be inspired by all the creativity and beauty West Gippsland has to offer!

From painters, to sculptors to installation artists, Open Studios West Gippsland offers the public a unique opportunity to meet with artists, learn about their creative processes as well as browse and purchase their artwork.

Rachael Lucas, ABC Open Gippsland, Ambassador for Open Studios West Gippsland

Watch live glass beadmaking demos. Unique artisan made necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more. www.beadywendy.com.au

Graham Duell Judy Mackintosh.

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Graham’s ceramic sculpture pieces are primarily intended for outdoor installation and are displayed throughout his large garden.

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Kerrie Warren & Judi Money Abstract Expressionist painter & Ceramic Artists. Large original paintings, linocuts, stoneware ceramics and sculpture.

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Judy Mackintosh

With an abundance of wineries, cafes and fresh produce farms in the West Gippsland region, the Open Studios tour map reads like a treasure hunt for the senses; a brilliant excuse for a country drive, to venture off the beaten track, switch off to the modern world, see some inspiring artwork, eat, drink and navigate the spectacular scenery.

Farmer, animal & bird lover and passionate artist, Judy’s gallery and studio features portraits, landscapes and still life paintings. www.judymackintosh.com

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Practicing calligrapher working with abstract lettering art. Traditional calligraphic work and vibrant free-form pieces. www.penonparchment.com.au

Above: ‘Catching Waves’ 2013 by Kerrie Warren.

Russell Lilford

Russell’s current work practice involves an evolution of ideas that stem from layers of human connection.

Leftt: The textured, free-flowing calligraphy of Anita George.

Has there ever been a more blissful way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon?

Part of a new wildlife series by Wendy Olsen.

Laurie Collins

Ceramics by Judi Money who is sharing a studio space with Kerrie Warren.

Wander around the sculpture garden. Find the shed near the piles of rusty metal! www.lauriecollins.com.au

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Baw Baw Rail Trails

Off Road Trails in Baw Baw

THERE are a number of off-road shared paths throughout Baw Baw Shire for recreational bike riding. They are suitable for families and anyone wanting some fresh air – some have art and interpretive signage along the way.

The two Rail Trails are in the beautifully scenic regions around Walhalla and Noojee.

Walhalla Goldfields Rail Trail (7km) Gold was discovered at Walhalla in 1863 creating the impetus to build a railway. A campaign started in the 1880’s, but it wasn’t until 1910 that a narrow guage line was built from Moe to Walhalla but by the time the line was finished the gold had started to peter out, and the miners used the railway to leave the area.

The line was closed in stages, and the final section from Moe to Erica was closed in 1954.

This rail trail travels through majestic mountain countryside, featuring tall forests and the meandering Thomson River. From Erica follow Station Rd past the caravan park on the former station site and cross the low level bridge over Jacobs Creek then proceed to a cutting surrounded by mountain ash.

At 1.5km you reach Knotts Cutting (now filled in).

Follow the steep track to cross Walhalla – Tyers Rd, and rejoin the trail on other side. Then ride the twists and turns alongside Nelson Ck to the horseshoe bend.

This bend is so sharp that passengers at the back of the train would see the locomotive travelling in the opposite direction. After passing under a road bridge you emerge into great views of the Thomson River valley.

Just before Thomson, take a detour around the site of two trestle bridges. Take care at the site of one of the

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RAIL TRAILS FEATURE Noojee Trestle Bridge

missing bridges about 1 km before reaching Thompson, there is a steep drop-off on a sharp bend with no warning signs or safety fence.

The tourist railway is open between Thomson and Walhalla with a collection of completely restored rolling stock and bikes can be carried on board.

Noojee Trestle Bridge Rail Trail (3km) This trail is part of the branch line from Warragul that opened in 1919. It was gradually closed in sections between 1954 and 1958.

The trail is quite short and surrounded by tall forests with an impressive restored timber trestle bridge. It also features gentle terrain and is shady and sheltered from the wind.

About 1km after leaving Noojee the trail widens to form a vehicle turning circle. The Trestle bridge is reached after 2.5km and there are steep steps at each end leading to the carpark, finally the trail narrows and finishes after another 300m, where there is another trestle bridge that once spanned the gully below.

The Noojee and District Historical Society plans to restore the original railway site in Noojee including the station and surrounding tracks, goods shed, turn table and create an underground museum and cultural centre.

Start/end: Length: Surface: Terrain: Best seasons:

Erica to Thomson 7km Coarse gravel Hilly All, but can be muddy when wet

Access: Erica – Park at the recreation reserve.

Thomson – Park at the restored railway station, then follow the small road between the station and the river. Follow the track at the end of the railway yard and climb steeply to the old railway formation

Circled: Walhalla Rail Trail.

Right: Noojee Trestle bridge from the ground.

Start/end:

Noojee village - old station site to Trestle bridge 3km Fine gravel

Length: Surface: Access: Noojee – Old station site in Noojee village, opposite the start of School Rd Trestle Bridge – Signposted gravel Rd off Yarra Junction Rd 2km from Noojee More info for both trails: www.railtrails.org.au

Visitor Information Centre Yarragon Tel: 1300 133 309 123 Princes Hwy Open: Mon-Sat 6:30am-5:30pm Sunday 7:30am-6pm

Other off-road cycling paths include: ● Drouin and Warragul - Two Towns Trail ● Neerim and District- Rokeby to Neerim and Rokeby ● Flora and Fauna Trail ● Warragul- Linear Park Arts Discovery Trail ● Yarragon Trail

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RAIL TRAILS FEATURE

Mirboo North to Boolarra THE Grand Ridge Rail Trail, traversing beautiful mountain countryside with a gentle trail grade between Mirboo North and Boolarra, winds 13 picturesque kilometres through the Strzelecki Ranges.

The Grand Ridge Rail Trail follows the former branch line from Mirboo North to Morwell which opened in 1885. South of Boolarra, the hilly country required many large cuttings, embankments and bridges, all constructed by hand.

Uniquely, this trail runs continuously along the site of the old railway track. It takes 3 hours to complete on foot – one way. Use a two car shuffle by parking at each end, it’s approximately 20 minutes by car between the two towns.

The railway carried timber, dairy produce and passengers. In its latter years, the railway was used mainly for passengers. A rail motor service commenced after WWII and continued until the line was closed in 1974.

Grand Ridge Rail Trail Right: Mirboo North main street.

About Grand Ridge

The Rail Trail, which opened in the late 1990s, was effectively closed for some time following the Grand Ridge bushfires of February 2009. It has since been restored with some great new improvements.

Starting the trail from Mirboo North, behind the Grand Ridge Brewery, you’ll pass over the top of some massive embankments.

Midway between Mirboo North and Boolarra is the Darlimurla station site with a shelter and trail map. From here the trail continues with a gentle descent to Boolarra.

This is the part of the trail that has rebounded beautifully from the damage caused by the 2009 fires, the Darlimurla to Mirboo North section remains as verdant as ever.

Tw o n e w a r c h bridges are a great new addition to this section.

They are on the original gradient and replace difficult to access low level bridges that were burnt out.

Descending into Boolarra, look for historically significant brick drainage culverts under the trail.

Mirboo North is a historic and picturesque township nestled in the heart of the Strzelecki Ranges, amongst towering gums and fertile farmland, it marks the halfway point on the magnificent Grand Ridge Road.

Beautiful street murals capture the spirit of the town’s early days and the well appointed Baromi Park offers a great centrally located playground and BBQ facilities.

In the Strzelecki Ranges, South Gippsland

Above circled: Darlimurla Station at the halfway point.

Below: One of two new bridges, this the one is over Bairs Creek near Boolarra.

Below left: The Boolara end entrance.

Start/end: Length: Surface: Terrain: Best seasons: Access Points

Mirboo North to Boolarra 13km Compacted earth, fine gravel Hilly All year

MIRBOO NORTH – the trail currently begins just behind the Grand Ridge Brewery Restaurant BOOLARRA – Railway Park, near the general store/ café and playground with BBQ , shelter and toilets DARLIMURLA – Old station visible from the Darlimurla Rd. OTHER WALKS • Lyre Bird Forest Walk • Baths Road Reserve • Mirboo North Township Historical Walk More info: www.railtrails.org.au www.grandridgerailtrail.com.au

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Grand Ridge Rail Trail

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Great Southern Rail Trail

Leongatha to Toora OPENED in 1892 to access the difficult terrain of South Gippsland, the Great Southern Railway was closed in 1992. The first section of the Rail Trail between Leongatha and Koonwarra opened in 1998 and has gradually been extended to Toora, following the expiration of a 10 year moratorium.

Right: New and old bridges over the Tarwin between Koonwarra and Meeniyan.

Right circled: Coffee time at Fish Creek.

Below in panel: Franklin River bridge between Foster and Toora.

The Great Southern Located in South Gippsland Start/end: Leongatha to Toora Length: 58km Surface: Fine gravel Terrain: Hilly Best seasons: All year More info: www.railtrails.org.au

Above circled: Ocean Views at Kilcunda An original timber trestle bridge by the beach at Kilcunda.

• Minns Rd to Meeniyan: 6km (2 hours return)

• Buffalo to Fish Creek: 8km (4 hours return) • Fish Creek to Lowrys Road: 5km (3-4 hours return) • Lowrys Road to Foster : 7.5km (3-4 hours return) • Foster to Charity Lane: 1km (30min return) • Foster - Toora (9km) (4 hours return)

RAIL TRAILS FEATURE

Bass Coast Trail

This spectacular coastal Rail Trail is part of a former branch line from Nyora to Wonthaggi. The line was opened in 1910 to service the coal mines, passengers and farm producers in the Wonthaggi area. It closed in 1978 due to a decline in patronage.

Kilcunda to Anderson (6km) The trail from Kilcunda is a steady climb to Anderson, giving views of the large tailings heap at the old Mitchell Mine and then diverging from the original railway line at Kilcunda to cross Bass Highway. A short steep climb is required back up to the original rail alignment, emerging into to the rolling hills heading towards Anderson.

The Bass Coast Shire is the committee of management for this rail trail, and is committed to eventually extending the trail the full distance of 48km to Nyora.

• Koonwarra to Minns Rd: 3km remains closed. Due to limited shoulder on the highway we recommend you do not ride on the highway

• Stony Creek to Buffalo: 8km (3-4 hours return)

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Wonthaggi to Kilcunda (10km) An easy ride though farmland, coastal heath and paperbark. After crossing the long bridge over the Powlett River and Mouth of Powlett River Road, the trail climbs upwards into a cutting before emerging to give one of the many magnificent coastal views. The trail then runs right along the ocean to Kilcunda crossing the iconic Bourne Creek trestle bridge to arrive at Kilcunda Village.

• Leongatha to Koonwarra: 8km (2-3 hours return)

• Meeniyan to Stony Creek: 3.5km (1.5 hours return)

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RAIL TRAILS FEATURE

Above circled: View from Hoddle Ranges near Foster.

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Start/end: Wonthaggi – The old railway station, located by the nearby mine tower head to Anderson - The carpark opposite the roundabout turn-off for Phillip Island Length: 16km Surface: Fine gravel Terrain: Flat from Wonthaggi to Kilcunda, then easy climb to Anderson Best seasons: All year Access Wonthaggi railway station site – Carparking and shops nearby just off Bass Highway Kilcunda township – On Bass Highway Anderson – Carpark opposite roundabout to Phillip Island on Bass Highway OTHER RIDES: Cycle on the east area trail from Wonthaggi to Cape Patterson approx 9km More info: www.railtrails.org.au

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RAIL TRAILS FEATURE

East Gippsland Rail Trail

Bairnsdale to Orbost with Lakes on the side

longest of our featured trails, the East Gippsland “ The rail trail covers 94 kilometres of dramatic country... ”

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THE railway came to Bairnsdale in 1888, but didn’t reach Orbost until 1916, almost the end of Victoria’s railway building period. This railway was notable for its many long trestle bridge and was closed in 1987.

These days the East Gippsland Rail Trail, a long rail trail passing through a variety of forest and farmland, is ideal for a multi-day tours or shorter day trips.

Lots of huge old timber bridges, railway cuttings and embankments feature and some low level diversions, around bridges from Bruthen onwards, are quite steep.

You’ll also see occasional views of the Gippsland Lakes and a rich variety of birds and other wildlife.

There’s plenty of small towns and villages providing meals and accommodation and you’ve got the option to take the Mississippi Tramway to Lakes Entrance.

Bairnsdale to Nicholson (8km) This section of the trail is fully sealed, you’ll get lake views and see the fully restored trestle bridge over the Nicholson River. A steep trail on the west side gains access to the shops and picnic areas at Nicholson.

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East Gippsland Rail Trail Nicholson to Bruthen (20km) The trail surface becomes hard packed gravel from Nicholson, has several large embankments after Stevensons Rd, and views of Slaughterhouse Creek Valley at Bumberrah.

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You also can cross Dirty Hollow Creek via a low level bypass and get to Bruthen township on a sidetrack.

Bruthen to Nowa Nowa (30km) A long section of trail through shady forest, with a steady climb to Colquhoun. The surface is hard packed gravel, although it maybe sandy in some sections.

You’ll spot the impressive Stony Creek Trestle bridge about 5km before you reach Nowa Nowa.

The Gippsland Lakes Discovery Trail turn off to Lakes Entrance is in Colquhoun Forest.

Nowa Nowa to Orbost (38km) This is the longest section of the trail, and there are no towns or villages between. Ensure you have food and water before you leave Nowa Nowa.

The 36km Nowa Nowa to Newmerella section opened in January 2006. The surface is fine hard compacted gravel that is easy riding on a hybrid bike and is wide enough for three bikes except in a few sections where the camber seems a bit excessive.

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Bairnsdale to Newmeralla (near Orbost) Length: 94km Surface: Coarse gravel, Fine gravel, Sealed Terrain: Flat from Wonthaggi to Kilcunda, then easy climb to Anderson Best seasons: All year More info: www.railtrails.org.au www.eastgippslandrailtrail.com Access Bairnsdale – Howett Park on the eastern edge of town Nicholson – from Sarsfield Rd Bruthen – Access via pedestrian bridge on east side of Great Alpine Way

The trail has quite a lot of shade, making summer riding quite pleasant. There are three major wooden trestle bridges in the section which have low level diversions.

This gives a good view of the bridges but the approaches are quite steep, particularly at the largest middle bridge.

Nowa Nowa – west side of Kingston St, or east side of the Boggy Ck Newmeralla – at Burns Rd on the edge of the Snowy River flats Orbost – from Forest Park

The final terminus at Orbost is about 2km short of the original end of the line, which never actually crossed the Snowy river into Orbost.

You’re spoilt for choice on this massive trail.

Left page circled: Go prepared between Nowa Nowa and Orbost.

Left page bottom: Between Nicholson and Bumberrah.

Top Right: The Nicholson River bridge at Nicholson.

Right circled: Lakes Entrance, Mississippi Trail (Lakes Discovery Trail).

Right: Wairewa Rd bridge between Nowa Nowa and Tostaree.

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Gippsland Plains Rail Trail

RAIL TRAILS FEATURE

The Plains

Traralgon to Stratford THE Gippsland Plains Rail Trail is the easiest and most gentle of all the Rail Trails. Passing through generally flat dairy farm country, it offers magnificent mountain views and is accessible from many of the towns it passes through.

Unlike all other Rail Trails, this trail is connected at either end by a fully functioning V/Line railway station. So, you can bike it one way, then catch the train home.

The line from Traralgon to Stratford via Maffra was built in 1883, and served as an alternative route to East Gippsland. It was very busy, until the 1950’s, carrying sugar beet from Maffra and timber from Heyfield. In its later years, the main purpose of the line was servicing the dairy industry

in the Maffra area. The line closed in stages, the first stage was Traralgon to Cowwarr in 1986, and then Cowwarr to Maffra in 1994. The rails were pulled up shortly after. The first section of the Rail Trail opened in 2005.

Stratford to Maffra (7.5km)

This section has a good, fine gravel surface and is suitable for all types of bikes. There are pleasant views to the mountain ranges in the North across rich dairying farmland.

Maffra to Tinamba (8km)

This track has a fine gravel surface and delightful forest and wetlands section immediately after leaving Maffra. The trail crosses the C105 and “Riversdale Rd” and a number of creeks and billabongs en route to Tinamba.

Length: 67km

Tinamba to Heyfield (11km)

An excellent fine gravel surface from the Tinamba township to McKinnons Rd. Care needs to be taken at the crossing of “boggy creek” where flood damage has made a short (100m) section of the trail. From McKinnons Rd, a completely new section of trail has been constructed to Heyfield, with good views from Upper Maffra road and passing through some fine wooded country typical of the Gippsland Plains.

Heyfield township has a great section of new trail through a park located at the top of the towns main street.

Heyfield to Cowwarr (12km)

A new surface has recently been constructed from Heyfield to Dawson (4km). From Dawson, following Heyfield Wetlands Centre Just over Thomson river bridge 1a MacFarlane Street, Heyfield Tel: (03) 5148 3404

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Start/end: Stratford to Glengarry

Maffra Visitor Information Johnson Street, Maffra Tel: (03) 5141 1811

riding through the Dawson Flora reserve, a short 5km on road section of the trail is necessary along well signed and quiet country backroads prior to rejoining the fine gravel trail in to the Cowwarr township.

Cowwarr has much to offer visitors including the Cowwarr Art Space Gallery, impressive public art, a general store and toilets. A highlight upon entering Cowwarr is the bridge crossing of the Rainbow Creek.

Cowwarr to Glengarry (19km)

Leaving Cowwarr and heading towards Toongabbie affords the rider with excellent views of the Great Dividing Range to the North.

Toongabbie township has a unique Rail Trail General Store offering coffee and food, as well as many historic attractions. Don’t miss the heritage Cricket Pavilion at the oval adjacent to the General Store. Parking, Toilets and a community wetland are also located on the trail which has an excellent new surface, completed in 2013. From Toongabbie, the new trail heads South to the township of Glengarry, at present the trail head and current end of the trail. Glengarry has a

fine example of a Victorian Railways station complete with platform and goods yard crane, giving a glimpse of previous railway life along the once busy Traralgon to Stratford railway that is now the route of the Rail Trail.

Glengarry has a hotel, bakery, toilets, parking for riders convenience.

Glengarry to Traralgon (8km)

At present (Oct 2013) the section of the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail between Glengarry and Traralgon is not constructed. Major engineering works to renovate and repair several bridges on the trail route and gravel the surface to Traralgon from Glengarry are planned and it is hoped that the trail will be fully complete from Stratford to Traralgon by the end of 2013.

At present, transiting to Traralgon requires riders to utilise the C105 from Glengarry, which can be cycled easily, however care should be exercised as the road carries high volumes of traffic and can be quite busy.

V/Line run passenger train services from Melbourne to Bairnsdale via Traralgon, Sale and Stratford.

Bikes can be transported on these locomotive services at no cost.

Yarram Visitor Information Centre & Courthouse Gallery Community Art Gallery Local Craft Open: 10am – 4pm, Closed Wednesdays Commercial Road, Yarram Tel: (03) 5182 6553

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Yarram Show

SATURDAY 23RD NOVEMBER 2013.

YARRAM RECREATION RESERVE Buckley St, Yarram. Gates open 8am.

As part of our cultural heritage for over 131 years the Yarram Agricultural Show brings the traditions of the country to one central showcase.

This year’s show will be packed with: FREE Face painting, LIVE MUSIC, Laser Skirmish, Amusements, Carnival Rides, FREE Animal Nursery. Horse Events: including the Racing Vic & VAS Off The Track Qualifier.

Snake Handler display and shows, Photography Display, Feature ART SHOW, Showbags.

Showcase Market: Farmer’s, Produce, Craft. (places still available) Horticultural Display, Art & Craft Display, Wood Chop Competition, Various Food Stalls.

OFFICE BEARERS 2013 President: Mrs Michelle Boddy Vice President: Mr Eddie McDonald.

Treasurer: Mrs. Glenda Bland Secretary: Mrs. Vanessa Bennett

ENTRIES CLOSE: FRIDAY 15TH NOV 2013

P O Box 116, Yarram. 3971 Ph (03) 51 826179 Fax (03) 51 826241 Mob 0447 686 660 Email nessbennett@hotmail.com

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Annual Lamington Contest: Adult: 1st:$300, 2nd:$100, 3rd: Certificate and prize.

Junior: 1st:$100, 2nd:$50, 3rd: Certificate and prize Horticulture. What can I do with just one flower? Adult:1st:$50, 2nd:$25, Junior:1st:$25, 2nd:$15

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Omeo Show

Omeo and District Agricultural Show Show jumping, Horse events, Shearing competition, Animal Nursery, Pet competition, Best Ute Competition, Wood chop, Pavilion competitions, and fun day for all the whole family.

The Society would like to recognises the following Businesses who have sponsored and donated to our show: Omeo High Country Meats, Omeo Post and News, Foodworks Omeo, Omeo Rural and Hardware, Anna’s of Omeo, Octagon Bookshop, Peter Dullard Ford, Gascoignes, Tambo Valley, Electrics, Richards Quarries and Concrete, Hill Livestock and Real Estate, Colonial Motel, A & N Smith, Omeo Welding and Engineering, Round Hill Ponies, Dinner Plain Constructions, Dinner Plain Services/ Omeo, Bank house, Wards Barristers & Solicitors, Hill Livestock & Real Estate, Rodwells, Landmark, Prime Super, Synergy Metals, Westpac Omeo Instore

ADMISSION Adults (17yr & over) $10.00 Students (16yr & under) $3.00 Aged Pensioners (with card) $5.00 Foundation Members (with badge) Free Family Tickets (2 Adults & 3 Children) $25.00 Yard Fee $5.00 (per yard) Camping Fee (for whole weekend per vehicle) $10.00 16 November 2013 - 16 November 2013 Omeo Recreation Reserve Omeo Valley Rd Omeo, Victoria 3898 www.vicagshows.com.au omeo@countryshows.com.au Ph: 03 5159 1209

C o b b & C o S ta b l e s Market Complex

Home & Garden Market Sunday, December 29, 2013 10am - 3pm

Bring your unwanted home items, xmas pressies and garden plants etc to Cobb & Co Stables Market and make some cash for the new year. Stalls are only $10 and the market is on inside and outside in the Desailly st car park.

Jumping castles and facepainting fun for the kids

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New Stratford Market Every 4th Sunday of the Month 9am - 1pm

Combined Variety & Farmers Market Stalls Wanted Moved to Memorial Park in the Main Street of Stratford Phone Mark Watson on 0408057772 or email squirtmark@bigpond.com

Maffra Market 1st Sunday of the Month 9am - 1pm

A full Variety and Farmers market with freshest farm veggies, honey, jams/ preserves, cakes, plants, gifts, crafts, soaps, candles, pet supplies, seafood, coffee & BBQ fundraiser and lots more Phone Mark Watson on 0408057772 or email squirtmark@bigpond.com

Cobb & Co Stables 199 Raymond Street Sale

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Finance & Business

What would you choose to insure?

The goose or the golden egg?

YOU insure your home, car and belongings but what about the income that funds these items? Income protection provides financial security for the thousand of Australians who are temporarily unable to return to the workforce.

There are many types of insurance available to protect you and your loved ones against the unthinkable. While it might be uncomfortable to think of how you might cope in the event of an accident, it is an important conversation that will help protect your mortgage, your lifestyle and your future.

Income Protection: Income protection provides regular payments of up to 75% of your gross salary until you are able to work again or, if you are unable to return, up to the age of 70. Income protection is generally tax deductible and provides financial security in the event of an accident, illness or trauma.

The benefit period is the duration for which you would be likely to receive benefits. This period generally ranges from one year to age 70.

Why protect you income? To cover loan repayments, family and medical expenses and to maintain your current lifestyle.

Life Insurance: Life Insurance pays a lump sum in the event of death, protecting loved ones from the often overlooked effects of passing. This cover is generally used to cover mortgage repayments, outstanding debts and those costs that would have been covered prior to the loss of a primary income. Most policies have a terminal illness benefit that offers an advance payment of the primary death benefits following the diagnosis of a terminal illness, where death is likely to occur within 12 months.

Why invest in life insurance? To remove any debt and provide a financial future for your dependents. Life insurance can also be purchased through a complying superannuation fund and contributions may then be eligible for a tax deduction. It is very important you receive advice from someone qualified to do so.

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Trauma Insurance: Trauma cover pays a lump sum in the event the insured suffers from or is diagnosed with an illness specified in the policy, e.g. heart attack, stroke, multiple sclerosis, loss of sight/speech/hearing, cancer, major head trauma, severe diabetes, paraplegia etc. This cover gives you money when you most need it, easing the financial burden of being incapacitated from work for a period of time. This cover has the highest rate of claim per policy held in Australia.

Why invest in trauma cover? To reduce debt, cover medical expenses and supplement loss of income.

18 Australian families lose a working age parent every day.

60% of Australian families will run out of money within 12 months if the primary breadwinner dies.

Child Protection: Child Protection cover provides your family with peace of mind financially should your child suffer from a specific trauma condition or dies. Child protection may be used to help cover the cost of living, medical expenses, rehabilitation and any home modifications. Cover for your child ranges from $20,000 to $200,000 and can help relieve the financial burden associated with the illness of child, leaving you free to focus your time on their health and wellbeing.

Why invest in child protection? To remove the financial burden of caring for a sick or injured child.

Illness of a loved ones creates all sorts of pressures, the financial security provided by child cover helps reduce the stress associated with out-of-pocket medical expenses and travel costs.

Over 200,000 children fall critically ill each year in Australia.

Total and Permanent Disability Insurance (TPD): TPD pays a lump sum in the event of the life insured suffering an accident that results in total and permanent disability. The costs associated with disability often include medical bills, rehabilitation and specialised

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Why take out TPD cover? To cover living costs, medical expenses, provide for long term care and modifications to your home.

Each year, more than one million Australians experience serious illness or injury, which either requires hospitalisation or prevents them from working.

Approximately 44,000 Australians suffer a stroke

KORUMBURRA BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Wed 23rd Oct 6pm on, Milpara Community House

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

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One in five Australians (four million people) lives with a disability.

More than three out of four Australians will be diagnosed with a serious illness in their working life.

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It’s easy to put off insurance until a time you think you need it. Problem is, you never know when that is going to be. The best way to protect yourself from the unexpected is to do it now.

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Business Workshops in ‘Burra and Streetlife win for ‘Gatha

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SMALL businesses in Korumburra have the opportunity to take part in an interactive workshop demonstrating how easy it is to improve business practices and processes, operate more effectively and cope with whatever comes their way.

Member for South Gippsland, Mr Ryan said the Better Business Practices workshop, supported by the Victorian Coalition Government, will include topics such as risk management, staffing, customer service, finance, sustainability and compliance issues.

Mr Ryan encourages small business operators from Korumburra and across South Gippsland to attend the workshop. “Last year more than 3,000 businesses throughout Victoria participated in Small Business Victoria’s workshops and seminars”.

The workshops and seminars are delivered by private sector business specialists who are well-qualified and experienced in small business.

For more information about this and other workshops and seminars available visit: www.business. vic.gov.au/workshops-seminars-and-events and click on the ‘Attend a workshop, seminar or event’ highlight.

LEONGATHA TRADERS TO REAP THE BENEFITS OF STREETLIFE IN a major boost for Leongatha retailers, a $20,000 Streetlife grant will be offered to South Gippsland Shire Council for a Revitalising Rural Retail project.

A $20,000 Victorian Coalition Government grant will support a research project that identifies retail trends in Leongatha and a workshop to be attended by key local traders, council representatives and local businesses.

“The project will give Leongatha retailers specific insights into the drivers, trends and preferences of residents, as well as identifying opportunities to revitalise the local retail precinct,” Mr Ryan said.

“Streetlife funds an array of projects across Victoria, with councils and traders’ associations working together with retailers to enhance their customer service skills, implement marketing plans and improve their online and social media capabilities.”

Mr Ryan said small businesses created nearly one third of Victoria’s production and almost half of private sector jobs.

For more on the Streetlife program, visit www.business.vic.gov.au/streetlife.

Circled: Interactive Business Workshops being held in Korumburra on the 23rd.

Below: Leongatha gets wins Streetlife grant.

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Community Radio’s of Gippsland Community Radio

Gippsland FM - Program Schedule October, 2012.

0600

Monday

Tuesday

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

Alternative Music

Metal Music

Blues

Modern Brass

Dance / Electro

0730 0900 1030 1230

Indigenous

Gay Community Experimental Music

Contemporary Music

5pm Greek 6.30 Sudanese

Alternative Music

Rock / Pop

Country Music

Blues Music

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

7am-6pm

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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

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Hits & Memories Sunday

6:00 FM Music Mix 9:00 Sunday Brunch 11:00 Talking Books 12:00 Jazz Club 2:00 Golden Hits -50’s 3:30 Local Musos 1ST Sun 4:00 That’s Entertainment

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

South Gippsland’s own FM Radio – 3mFM Live streaming www.3mfm.com.au Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

50 Years of Hits & Memories – Hourly News & Community Events Country Sunrise 7:00 Breakfast - News, weather, tide times, on this day, birthdays 9:00 Morning Hits and Memories 12:00 Hits & Memories 11:00 Fridays Rotary Roundup 3:00 Drive Time with Big John 5:00 Thursdays Lions Hour 6:00

6:00 Vision Australia 6:00 Conga Cafe 8:00 Continental Cabaret 7:00 Night Drive 9:00 Hits & Memories 10:00 Hits & Memories

6:00 Coastal Classics 8:00 Celtic Music 10:00 70’s Music Mix

6:00 Sounds - World 8:00 Night Surf 10:00 70’s Music Mix

3mFM – All Night Long – Hits & Memories

6:00 Artie’s Fun Bag 8:00 Ramalama Ding-Dong 11:00 The Sesh

Saturday 6:00 Music Mix 8:30 On The Bench

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

6:00 Sounds of the 60s 7:00 Back to The 70’s 8:00 Chartbusting 80’s 12:00 The Jukebox

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Home & Garden

October in the garden

As the weather warms up this month there is a lot more things that can be prepared for or planted.

Unless you are wanting a crop for preserving, such as tomatoes, smaller plantings at regular intervals is the best option. This will ensure a more consistent supply and spare you from a glut of produce.

NOTES

Your local nursery or garden centre will normally carry a good range of seeds, seedlings and ‘certified’ seed potatoes at this time of the year.

There are many varieties of seed available: some for small spaces and some for large, some are bushy or ‘clumping’ and some need stakes or a place to run, some are ideal for fresh eating and some are good for preserving. Read the labels and then if you’re still not sure, ask for advice.

This a general guide and some areas of Gippsland will be warmer and other areas will be cooler. Local knowledge is valuable so talk to other gardeners or your local nursery for ‘local’ advice.

If you have any questions about food growing you can email me at info@ezy-gro.com or fax me on (03) 5127 5671. I will respond within 24 hours on weekdays and on Mondays for weekend enquiries. I’m sorry I can’t take phone calls (as much as I’d like to). ww.ezy-gro.com

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 Plant seedlings of cabbage, silver

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Bush beans, sweet corn can be sown in warmer areas of Gippsland.

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the same way. They can be sown singly in egg cartons or a number of seeds in a larger pot. Sow the seed so the plants will be about 25mm (1”) apart when they grow. Just sow the seed on top of the soil mix and cover with a thin layer of mix.

Press down with your hand and then give a soft watering. Tomatoes are also very easy to grow from cuttings. We will get to that in later notes.

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 Plant early varieties of tomato if all danger of frost has passed.

4th WEEK  Plant seed potatoes. ‘Certified’ seed potatoes are best as they are certified to be free of diseases that affect potatoes. If you are unable to get ‘certified’ seed you can use pieces of ordinary potatoes. Make sure they have 3-4 ‘eyes’ on them. To reduce the risk of diseases building up in your soil do not plant a new crop of the same thing in the same spot for at least two seasons.

 Prepare any available areas for later plantings.

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Howdy Folks!

What a beautiful Spring day! Hope you are enjoying it!

Have you thought of home grown sweet potatoes? They are very tasty, easy to grow and several certified varieties are available. John Goodman of Goodman Seeds in Bairnsdale suggests the following method: Planting: plant a tuber in a container of potting mix, peat, or sand (we do them horizontally) kept moist, not wet in a warm spot. They will produce shoots and when these are 20cm - 30cm high, cut them 25mm above ground and plant into well prepared soil. New shoots will grow so numerous plantings are possible. Plant the cuttings in rows in a hill or mound 45cm apart and 75cm between rows. At least 2 of the nodes (the bumpy bit on the cutting) must be under the ground as this is where the potatoes are formed.

Growing: it should take 4-5 months from planting the cuttings to harvest, as they grow feed with high potash fertilizer, keeping them moist, but not wet, all throughout the growing season. The young plants should be kept free of weeds until the vines cover the ground.

Grown properly in good rich soil, they are very productive. The best report Goodwins have had is from a gardener in Melbourne. He started with one tuber and produced 40kg of sweet potatoes in one season.

Harvesting: sweet potatoes should be dug before the first frost and when the vines have turned yellow. Do this on a warm sunny day. Expose them to the sun for several hours and store in a warm airy space. They should be kept for several weeks. Yum! I would like to invite ya’ll to an outstanding Open Garden on Saturday November 9th from 10am – 4pm at 379 Airly Road. Devonshire tea is supplied with the $10 admission fee which is great because you won’t want to leave the place. Believe me, you will just want to sit and absorb! There will be many raffles including a painting by renowned artist Jack White. All proceeds go to Red Kite. Phone us on 51444493 for more information. So, enjoy your sweet potatoes and can’t wait to see you on November 9th.

Happy Gardening, Cheers, Nancy

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The Laundry revolution THE Laundry Lounge, an Australian first and possibly a world first in the laundromat business, located in Morwell, is the brainchild of local entrepreneur Tony Morgan. Tony spent a year researching and speaking to people in the Laundromat game all over the state and with A QBE in marketing, retail and customer care it wasn’t too hard for him to work out just what customers wanted.

Focusing on presentation, cleanliness, security, beating boredom and the dull atmosphere of a coin laundry, Tony has created a unique, modern and superior laundromat experience.

The Laundry Lounge features free Wi-fi, a 51 inch LCD television, children’s secure play Right top circled: The kids love the safe play area.

Right circled & below: The Laundry Lounge is a feature packed work space, multi-taskers will love it.

area, club chairs, security cameras, coffee machine, newspapers, magazines and a vending machine.

It’s not hard to see why people have been travelling for miles just to use this new facility.

Importantly, the machines are sanitised at least 6 to 8 times a day and there is a large capacity machine for Doonas and Blankets.

The Laundry Lounge also offers free pick up and home delivery and a Drop & Go service.

And finally, businesses large and small, from hairdressers to reception centres, will love the corporate service.

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Fast Facts

The Laundry Lounge has:

• Free Wi-fi • A 51 inch LCD television • Club chairs • Security cameras • Coffee machine • Newspapers, magazines • Vending machine • Free washes at random • Childrens secure play area • Machines sanitised 6 to 8

Belgium Hybrids (Orange) Flowering Size and Juvinile Plants Miniata (Orange) Flowering Size and Juvinile Plants Miniata (Yellow) Flowering Size and Juvinile Plants (Limited Supply) Apricot Flowering Size and Juvinile Plants Peach Flowering Size (Limited Supply) Some other colours will be on show but not for sale Flowering season this season will be from mid September untill November Viewing by appointment only Phone John Reeves on 0418514467

times a day

• $3 Washers and dryers run on 1 or $2 coins

• Large capacity machine

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• Free pick up and home deliveray service

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Gippsland Arboriculture Specialists

*Tree Pruning *Tree Removals *Dead Wooding *Stump Grinding *Mulch Available *Weight Reduction *Hazardous Tree Removals *Confined Space Removals

*Servicing All Areas *Fully Insured *Safe & Professional *Emergency Callouts *All Work Guaranteed *No Job Too Big Or Small *Servicing All Of Gippsland

CALL BRENT: 0403 080 315 Professional Tree Care

Kevin de Valle Exterior Detailing Our services offer; complete building exterior wash downs, using brooms extended handles and truck wash, we also clean and point tin, and tiled roofs.

I am well trained and hold licenses to operate elevated platforms to 60 feet, and hold current work-safe yellow cards. We also operate carpentry, and handyman services.

I am hoping to expand my service area within the next twelve months. It is my aim to secure commercial contracts. Your business/shop fronts windows eves gutters are important and would be maintained to a high standard under our care.

Ph: 0408 255 019 www.facebook.com/kevin.devalle

Sale Information Centre Relish Sale Greyhounds Elders United Servo Train Station Mirvac / ninos IGA Lukes McDonalds Lords Newsagency Star Hotel Cobb & Co Alexanders Milk Bar Legends Raglan Gardens Loch Sport Hotel Supermarket

Traralgon: United Servo RSL Westend IGA Blue Bay Fish & Chips Glutopia Info Centre Train Station Safeway Cafe PJ's Steakhouse Phoenix Bakery Lambala Coffee Charcoal Chicken Seymour Seymour newsWalhalla Gen Store Noodle Paradise Golden Hen Imis Coffee Tinamba General Store Manny's Market Traralgon shop centre Coles Rosedale McDonalds Rosedale Motors Hungry Jacks Del Jardin Mcnairn Rd Milkbar Shell Servo Traralgon Bowls Victoria Rose BP Servo Gifts Cafe Bruthen Bakery Newsagency IGA Bruthen Info Centre Red Rose Ensay Noodles Hotel 3847 Cafe Swifts Creek United IGA Supermarket Stratford BP Servo Metung Turkish Magic General Store Bakery Café IGA Bakery News-Dargo Lakes Run Ticklish Turtle Nicholson store Briagalong Johnsonville Riverstone Café General Store Shanti Pub Briag Books General Store Omeo Post Office Golden Age Hotel Cann River Caltex Mallacootta IGA

EastGippsland Gippsland East Distribution Distribution Lakes Entrance Visitor Info Centre RSL Riviera Bait Subway MMM Truffles Bakin Beans Awesome Fish & Chips Crepe Kitchen McDonalds Slipway Café Fish a Fare Bakery Café Vibez Café Footbridge Fish/Chips Funkey Monkey Lamana Newsagent Whiters St Cvan Park Lakes Sports Club Lakes Bowls Club Safeway Lakes Bakery The Hub

Bairnsdale APCO IGA Subway Information Centre McDonalds Peppers Fish & Chips Ocean Fish & Chips Jarrods Bakery Coles Noodle House Corky’s Exchange house Bairnsdale Sports Club United Servo West End Milk Bar/Thai cafe

Georges Fish & Chips Isleys Fish and Chips David Luckes AJ’s Pizza Train Station Easy Eats cafe Safeway Kebab House

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Health

Financial counselling for problem gambling WHEN your gambling habit or that of a loved one spirals out of control, financial stress can affect everyone in your family.

Latrobe Community Health Service’s (LCHS) Gamblers Help Financial Counselling can assist in providing free and confidential support to those experiencing financial and legal difficulties related to gambling issues.

“Getting help early on when you realise you are no longer in control of your gambling habits can help stabilise your financial situation,” said Ms Lisa Brock, Acting Manager Counselling Services at LCHS. “Our counsellors provide information, options and practical support measures to help you take control of your finances again.”

The experienced counsellors can offer individuals,

couples and families information and discuss options to minimise financial stress and protect assets.

They can also provide information on bankruptcy and negotiate payment of debts with creditors.

“The counsellors are also able to assist clients with budgeting, debt management and provide information about government grants and other support that may be available,” said Ms Brock.

Financial counselling services are available at all LCHS sites by appointment.

LCHS has eight sites across the region, from Korumburra to Bairnsdale.

For more information on financial counselling services at LCHS, phone 1800 242 696 or visit www. lchs.com.au

LCHS Counselling Team

Outdoors

2013 Community Sport and Recreation Awards open for nominations VICTORIA is renowned for its sporting culture. Each year, many thousands of community sporting heroes work tirelessly to provide opportunities for Victorians to participate in community sport and recreation. Without their support, community sport and recreation in Victoria simply would not exist.

The Victorian Government’s Community Sport and Recreation Awards recognise and celebrate the significant contribution made by Victorians in shaping our community

sport and recreation landscape.

Awards winners will receive $3000 with category finalists all receiving $1000. The winner of the prestigious Minister’s Award takes home $5000.

Victorians are encouraged to nominate a club, team, or individual that has demonstrated this commitment across the award categories listed at right.

In addition to the seven awards, the Minister for Sport and Recreation will present the prestigious Minister’s Award to an individual,

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sporting team, club or recreational organisation that embodies the true spirit of community sport and recreation. Nominations received across all award categories will be considered for the Minister’s Award.

Who can nominate?

The Awards are open to all Victorians. Every Victorian club, team or individual involved with, or contributing to community sport and recreation is eligible to be nominated.

You can nominate your own organisation, a club, team, group, third party or even yourself. You may

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Further information The nomination process has been designed to be as simple and convenient as possible. However, if you have any technical questions or queries regarding your nomination, relevant contact details are below: Technical support: 1300 366 602 or info@eawards.com.au Nomination Support: events@sport.vic.gov.au

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Nominations are open now for the following seven Award categories:

• Community Sporting Club of the Year

• Community Sporting Club of the Year

• Outdoor Active Recreation Initiative Award

• Young Volunteer of the Year • Service to Sport and Active Key dates

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• Community Coach,

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• Innovation in Facility Design Award

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• Nominations close: Wednesday, 23 October 2013 • Award ceremony: Wednesday, 4 December 2013

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WINNER OF www.facebook.com/CobbandCoMarket September Competition

Yarragon Goats

Commercial Boer Goats for sale- does, bucks and wethers. Yarragon Goats are suited to: Small Acreage Farming: • Minimal husbandry • Suits any age & gender • Great retirement project -great pets for families Bush Blocks: • Ideal clearers- fantastic weed control • Reduce the need for expensive herbicides

Mixed Farm • Ideal to run in conjunction with other stock in particular hard hooved animals • Can be turned out over stubble • With minimal husbandry needs goats can be run in large herds • Easy to muster

David Wombat Lyons- 03 5635 2220 @yarragongoats on twitter ‘yarragon goats’ on facebook yarragongoats@gmail.com

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Gippsland Market News

BASS COAST

BAW BAW

Cowes Market Sundays 9am-1pm 225 Settlement Rd, Cowes Contact 0422 749 964

Drouin Craft & Produce 3rd Sat of month, 8am12.30pm Civic Park, Drouin Contact 5625 3360

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

Jindivick Craft & Produce 1st Sat of month, 9am-1pm 1070 Jacksons Track, Jindivick Contact 5628 5227 Koowee Community Market 1st Sun of month, 9am-2pm Koo Wee Rup Community Centre, Cochrane Park Contact 0428 971 071 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 56 26 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

Noticeboard PAYNESVILLE ART SHOW Melbourne Cup Weekend

Community Centre Hall, 55 The Esplanade Paynesville.

Gala Opening - Cup Friday 7.30pm Art Show - Cup Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm All Artworks are for sale Entry forms: paynesville-ps.vic.edu.au Facebook.com/ paynesvilleartshow

POOWONG EAST FLOWER & CRAFT SHOW Sunday 3rd November, 10am - 4pm

Poowong East Hall, 11 Dudley Lane, (just off Main South Road) A great family day, with home made lunches, morning and afternoon teas.

Includes a plant and cake stall and the Red Cross raffle.

Featuring cut flowers, floral art, needlework and craftwork displays, plus a kids section.

Exhibitors: Now is the time to act if you would like to be an exhibitor in the show.

Entry FREE Funds raised go to the local Community Hall Redevelopment Project and the Red Cross.

Contact Wendy Davis 0490 026 091

6TH HAZELWOOD CAR & BIKE SHOW

Sunday 27th October 7am - 10pm

Gaskin Park, Cnr Switchback Rd and Manning Drive, Churchill All Cars Parked on Asphalt STRICTLY NO DOGS Show ‘n’ Shine ● Trophies and Prizes Free Kids Activities ● Live Entertainment Cost: Adults $5, Kids $2, Family $10 Contact 0413 244 861 or 0402 320 153

POOWONG PICKERS FESTIVAL

Saturday 26th October 9am – 2pm A national Garage Sale Trail event The Poowong Pickers Festival will be a great day out for bargain hunters, collectors, renovators, sustainable consumers, recyclers, upcyclers, and more.

A large number of local home owners and community groups have registered to hold simultaneous garage sales that will be mapped for visitors with a short description of items for sale. Registered garage sales can be identified on the day by Pickers Festival signage and balloons.

Funds go to Poowong Pre School outdoor play area development.

Get updates on Facebook at www.facebook.com/poowong.pickers. festival.2013

Warragul Lapidary Club Annual Rock Swap Gems, jewellery, rocks.

Sun October 27th, 9am-3pm Logan Park, Warragul.

Contact 5625 5910 Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market 4th Sat of the month, 9am-2pm Yarragon Public Hall Campbell St, Yarragon Contact 5634 2209

EAST GIPPSLAND Bairnsdale Farmers Market 1st Sat of month, 8am-12pm Secondary College Oval, McKean St, Bairnsdale Contact 5156 9342 Bairnsdale Uniting Church Car & Boot Market 3rd Sat of month, 8.30-11.am Great Alpine Road, Lucknow Bruthen Village Market 4th Sat of month, 9am-2pm Bruthen Mechanics Hall Main Street, Bruthen Contact 5157 5110 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

LATROBE Latrobe Country Market Every Sun, 8.30am-1.30pm Latrobe Road, Morwell Contact 0407 532 957

Pa 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...

2nd Sat of month, 9am-1pm Makers Market 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

C o b b & C o S ta b l e s Market Complex

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Sat-Sun 9am-4pm

199 Raymond Street Sale Ph: 51430370 www.cobbandcomarket.com.au www.facebook.com/CobbandCoMarket

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Liz Filmer Landscaping

Pavement in the landscape WITH the the arrival of spring and daylight savings, people will again start to think about creating versatile outdoor dining, entertainment and relaxation areas.

One of the most popular and cost effective ways of increasing the liveable areas of the home is to create courtyards and terraces with paving.

Liz Filmer, of Liz Filmer Landscaping, says “There are many different methods of constructing paving and the most important element in the process is base preparation. If there is movement in the base, you can expect movement in the finished surface and repairing poorly constructed paving or concrete will be expensive.

“Don’t necessarily go for the cheapest contractor as there is usually something that they haven’t included or considered in their quotation,” Liz says.

So if you can’t choose a paving contractor on price how do you choose one?

Makeover Profile

First of all you need to be aware that for any paving or concreting works that are over the value of $5000, you are required by law to engage a licensed structural landscaper to carry out the works. These contractors are licensed builders and registered with the building commission only after passing a stringent assessment process.

Contractors who are members of industry groups such as Landscaping Victoria have also been assessed to certify they are competent to complete the task.

Smart renovators who spend time and money at the front end of their renovation creating a well designed project that’s costed and supervised through construction are the ones who get the best result and add value to their property.

New from the old

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

Paving is a low maintenance, durable and very attractive investment in your home.

The heritage residence, which has been in the family since 1870, is where Anne-Marie lived throughout her childhood.

“My mother was the last family member living here,” she said. “The generations had finished as they do, so I continued on and decided to renovate. Now I practically have a brand new house with a very nice garden.”

She said she decided to get in a landscaper gardener because she wanted the garden to reflect what she had put into the house. “I think if you are spending dollars on your home, the garden is an important part of it. The garden shows it off and I love my garden.”

Base preparation is critical to the longevity of paving works.

Paving design provides a structural base for a landscaping plan.

1300 795 363

Throughout the garden is parquetry paving and various interesting tree species. There is a picking area with fruit trees including lime, lemon, orange, apple and passionfruit and a raised cemented vegetable garden. “I thought I’d kill the plants,” Anne Marie said, “but it’s very easy to manage and I have vegies all year round.”

The entertaining area has a Japanese theme and fountain with Japanese maples in the background, which she said is very relaxing and lighting illuminates the garden at night, which really enhances it.

www.lizfilmerlandscaping.com.au

Personalised Design Professional Construction

She said she knew Liz Filmer was a very competent landscape

gardener. “I’m really not a gardener myself but Liz has created a garden that I can enjoy without being a gardener. It’s very low maintenance. I gave her an open palette I suppose you’d say and she was very open, and great to work with. She used some of her own ideas and mixed them with a few of mine.

By communicating with me, she knew what I liked, and she knew what I hadn’t experienced before, that I’d like as well.”

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Home Energy Solutions

AIR CON 2 PANEL SOLAR HOT WATER $3600

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