Gippslander June 2012

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JUNE 2012

Skyshow festival on the foreshore

2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards

IMAGE: LAKES PHOTOGRAPHICS

Lakes Entrance is once again, gearing up for the 2012 NYE Skyshow festival.

The Rotary Club of Lakes Entrance will be promoting the event and working with a community group of dedicated volunteers.

Fundraising activities will begin soon, with opportunities for local businesses to be involved.

However, the magnificent Skyfest that we’re all accustomed to seeing on NYE in Lakes Entrance, may be just the beginning of a range of activities available this summer.

The local Lakes Entrance BTA is busy organising free activities on the foreshore for the summer holidays, as well as investigating the possibility of a carnival.

Enter your business to gain recognition

East Gippsland businesses are encouraged to get their entries in for the 2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards.

Last year saw many quality entries from all corners of East Gippsland, with the new People’s Choice award being extremely popular.

The launch was held at Bairnsdale in early June, with many dignitories, sponsors and representatives from the East Gippsland business and tourism community in attendance.

In launching the awards, the chair of the EGRBTA, Ian Harrison, thanked the sponsors for the role they play in recognising the success and economic benefit that business bring to our region.

Glenn Sanford, Managing Director of Gippsland Secured Investments Ltd (GSI), said, “Participating in the awards was not only good for the community, but also a good commercial decision, helping a business to raise its profile, participate in publicity and network with fellow business leaders.”

GSI are the naming sponsor again this year, with many others giving their support and are acknowledged on the business awards website.

Ms Fulcher, the Executive Officer of the East Gippsland Regional Business Association, says this years awards are shaping up to be another successful event, with an infusion of new ideas.

Immortalise your name Gippslander on a paving stone in your mailbox

Here’s an opportunity to have your name enshrined in stone, for generations to admire and wonder who you were.

The East Gippsland All Abilities Playground Committee is inviting individuals, families, businesses or community groups to support the building of the latest All Abilities Playground in Bairnsdale.

East Gippsland Shire donated the use of the Davison Oval for the $1 million project, and a Mayoral fund raising dinner donated $25,000.

Many local clubs have been involved in financing the project, with the Bairnsdale Rotary Club donating $5000, Bairnsdale Motor Expo donating the proceeds of it’s 2012 Expo, and the Bendigo Bank is now onboard with an online appeal.

90,000 readers across Gippsland

Your opportunity to support comes in the form of purchasing your own Brick Facing for $45, with your name or graphic. Two other options allow for a larger message consisting of your club or business logo, truly immortalising your contribution.

All bricks and pavers will be displayed on a sponsors wall, recognising your contribution to the project.

Contact Peter Bush on 0427 047 223 or drop into the Bendigo Bank in Bairnsdale and Paynesville for details.

RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride Register early and save $100

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The Gippslander newspaper has stood out as the premier newspaper for the entire Gippsland region.

Distributed throughout all six Gippsland Shires, from Phillip Island in the west to Omeo in the north and Marlo in the east.

All six Gippsland Shire Councils have thrown their valued support behind the paper, confirming to us the relevance and quality of our feature stories and articles.

It is now time to take it to the next step.

We’re currently in negotiations with another large monthly pub-

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lication that delivers directly into their readers letter boxes.

The Gippslander will be inserted into this monthly publication and delivered directly to over 10,000 letter boxes.

This will increase our current estimated readership from 60,000 to approximately 90,000.

We’ll have more news next month, with details and information on how you can get the Gippslander delivered direct.

In the meantime, enjoy this, our third edition, focusing on the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride and local festivals.

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June 2012

Relay for Life gears up 2013

Tourism If I can’t have it, survey no one can

Cancer Council Victoria is urging all Wellington residents to become involved in their local Relay For Life.

The Wellington Relay For Life will be held on 23 and 24 March 2013. In the lead up to the event there are many opportunities to become involved.

You can register a team and begin fundraising, offer your support through event sponsorship or join the team of locals who organise the event in conjunction with Cancer Council Victoria.

To learn more about how you can become involved, please join us at our information evening on Tuesday 19th June starting from 7.30 at the Sale Greyhound Racing Club.

Team registrations are now open and you can register by visit-

Destination Gippsland is undertaking research in conjunction with tourism research consultancy Urban Enterprise. The overall purpose of this research is to assess the health of the tourism industry across Gippsland.

This important study will help to: • Assist in understanding the existing performance of tourism businesses in Gippsland and gauge the economic impact of tourism; • Identify key visitor markets for tourism businesses and key issues constraining the expansion or development of tourism businesses and industry; and • Assist in the future planning of the tourism industry, including the provision of relevant services to tourism businesses.

In order to collect this information, we are asking all tourism businesses to participate in an online survey. The survey is straightforward to answer and will be requesting crucial information.

To participate in the survey, please follow this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ DGLTourismBusinessSurvey.

ing www.relayforlife.org.au today.

There are no age or fitness restrictions so invite your friends, family and colleagues to join in.

There are many roles within the local organising team, with opportunities to become involved in all aspects of the Relay For Life.

If you are interested in becoming involved in organising the event please contact Collette Farley on 0408 135 274.

Relay For Life is an unique opportunity to bring the community together to celebrate cancer survivors and remember loved ones.

Funds raised at Relay For Life allow Cancer Council Victoria to provide support services and resources to local patients and their families. Funds also support critical cancer research and community education programs.

Wellington Shire Council is proud to present Plume, an exhibition of recent works by Melbourne painter Stephen Giblett, at its Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale.

Stephen Giblett came to the attention of Gippsland audiences as the runner-up of the 2010 John Leslie Art Prize. In that year he exhibited a large painting of dying flowers, which many visitors assumed to be a photograph.

Giblett continues his preoccupation with photorealism in Plume, a collection of eight new paintings produced specifically for the Gippsland Art Gallery, which depict houses engulfed in flames.

Since the John Leslie Art Prize, Giblett has begun making work about the recent collapse of the United States housing bubble, and the effect this financial collapse has had on the rest of the world. Stephen Giblett works from photographs but applies a distinctive ‘blur’ to each of his paintings. Many have a faded and nostalgic feel that will also have an emotional resonance for survivors of Australian bushfires. There is a sense that these domestic-scale events are of an epic proportion. For most of these paintings, the artist has sourced the smoke plume from large-scale disasters, such as the explosion of Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant in 2011, and the eruption of Iceland’s volcano in 2010.

See Plume at the Gippsland Art Gallery, until 8 July 2012.

Volunteer now and make a difference!

Families and individuals can get involved and volunteer to support children with a disability and their families.

Volunteering is a fantastic way to contribute to your local community’s wellbeing and develop meaningful relationships.

Volunteers gain valuable experiences, friendships and the satisfaction of making a real difference.

Call us to find out how you can volunteer.

UnitingCare Gippsland 49 McCulloch Street Bairnsdale 3875 Phone: 5152 9600 www.interchange.org.au

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Artists online QR code Access to interactive art has just become a reality with the opening of the Creative Gippsland: eMotion meets eArt exhibition at the Yarragon Arts Hub this week.

Baw Baw Arts Alliance spokesperson, Sue Keirnan, said the idea behind the exhibition was to introduce a cross-section of local talent to much wider audiences either physically, online or all in one hit.

“We’ve got this great line up of visual and musical artists from all over West Gippsland such as painter Janine Good and band Shy Robyn, muscian and master guitar/ drum maker Roger Terrill, and artists Sue Acheson, Laurie Collins, Tristan Throup, Wendy Olsen and Lesley Bartlett,” said Ms Keirnan.

So it seemed mad not to use everyday communication tools to get them into the regional limelight or indeed anywhere on the planet.”

“We figured by simply us-

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ing digital signposts such as QR codes and making iPhone films of our profile artists we could make it easy for audiences to see them see them anytime, any place, anywhere.”

Using any smartphone with a downloaded QR code app, visitors to the Arts Hub can scan each exhibit profile board and learn more intimately about each artist’s interpretation of the ‘eMotion’ theme.

These films can also be seen

online by visiting the Baw Baw Arts Alliance website www.bawbawartsalliance.org.au, going to the Alliance’s Facebook page and clicking on Like, via YouTube by searching for ‘bawbawarts’ or visiting http://tinyurl.com/bbaaemotion The eMotion meets eArt exhibition is now open to the public at the Arts Hub, 2 Murray Street, Yarragon and will then be open 10am-4pm, Wed to Sun until 26 May 2012.

June - Bowel Scan month June is rotary bowelscan month “Bowel cancer is the most common internal cancer affecting both men and women and the second most common cause of cancer related death after lung cancer.

This is especially the case for people over 50 with approximately 14,000 new cases being diagnosed each year.

About 90 Australians die of bowel cancer each week. Many of these deaths could be prevented by early detection and treatment.”

(Tony Abbott, Leader of the Opposition, and former Minister for Health and Aging; Howard Govt) As a community service, your

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local Rotary clubs are conducting a scanning program in the Wellington local government area in May and are strongly urging residents over 40 or those with a history of bowel cancer in the family to avail themselves of this inexpensive and effective test. The test is simple to complete and non intrusive.

Bowel cancer can be treated successfully if detected in its early stages. However only 40% of bowel cancers are detected early.

As a community service Rotary would like to change this and help people live longer and healthier lives.

You could help to change this

figure by completing a bowel scan.

Kits are available from pharmacies in the Wellington local government area for $10.00. Please contact your chemist or a local Rotarian for further information.

Bush poetry alive and well Gippsland Bush Poets commenced meeting together in October 1999, and have been going strong ever since.

They meet regularly at the RSL Hall in Hood Street, Rosedale at 7:30pm.

Their next meeting will be on Thursday, July 12.

If you like to write, read, recite or just enjoy listening to poetry, you’re invited to come along and join in

with a group of like-minded people. Their meetings are relaxed and casual.

After a very brief meeting, there are recitals of poetry to entertain the group and then a light supper and socialising.

Bush poets are regularly asked to visit retirement homes and assist at charity functions. Further info can be sought from Margaret on 03 5147 1383.

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June 2012

Great Victorian Bike Ride

SPEND A WEEK IN ANOTHER WORLD Saturday 24 November - Sunday 2 December 2012 The RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride is set to transport 4000 adventure seekers to Gippsland in 2012.

Bicycle Network Victoria Event Manager, Mr Darren Allen, said that this year’s nine day bike riding holiday was taking advantage of one of the most stunning routes in Gippsland.

“The Grand Ridge Road which snakes through the Strzelecki Ranges is arguably Victoria’s premier bike touring route,” Mr Allen said.

The 591 kilometre bike tour-

ing holiday will feature the very best of Gippsland including: two days riding the spectacular Grand Ridge Road, bike touring alongside Gippsland Lakes and rivers, forests, historic towns, gourmet produce, wineries, Lakes Entrance and Phillip Island.

“Gippsland has some of the best bike riding in Australia: gentle gradients, quiet country backroads and scenery to die for - making it ideal for bike riders of all levels, ” he added.

The holiday starts in Lakes Entrance on 24 November with

overnight stops planned for: Bruthen (24th), Briagolong (25th), Rosedale (26th), Traralgon (2 nights 27th and 28th), Yarragon (29th), Mirboo North (30th) and San Remo (1st Dec) with a finish on Phillip Island.

For those who can’t get away for the week but still want to be part of the fun, can join the three day RACV Great Vic Getaway from Yarragon to Phillip Island.

For those after a taste of the event then join the one day RACV Great Vic Community Ride from San Remo to Phillip Island.

“Experiencing the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride is one of life’s must do’s. I urge anyone looking for a week they will never forget to come on the ride. It’s a week in another world,” Mr Allen added.

The nine-day ride is a fully catered, camping holiday. There is extensive back up including luggage transport, a licensed cafe under canvas, full medical team, and bicycle repair facilities.

If you enter by 27 July you save $100 off the entry fee.

If you don’t want to ride then,

come along and join the 400 volunteers.

More information on the world’s biggest one week fully supported bike ride, www.greatvic.com.au or 1800 616 600.

Save money with Early Bird Fees Entries for the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride are now open.

Tickets can be purchased via their website www.greatvic.com.au.

Wellington Shire proudly supports the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride.

For information and assistance,

Visitor Information Centres Sale: 8 Forster St - T: 1800 677 520 Yarram: Commercial Rd - T: 03 5182 6553 Maffra: 96 Johnson St - T: 03 5144 1108

• Earlybird Entry for 9 Day Ride: Adults: $865 (normally $965) Children 13-17: $625 (normally $725) Children 6-12: $315 (normally $415) Children U5: Free • The Great Vic Getaway 3 Day Ride: Adults: $445 (normally $545) Children 13-17: $315 (normally $415) Children 6-12: $155 (normally $255) Children U5: Free

Save $100 if you enter before July 27

Baillieu govt slashes bike $$$ The 2012 budget papers show that the government has made a deliberate decision to slam the door on Victoria’s bike riders.

The foundation of the State’s bike infrastructure investment, the VicRoads Bicycle Program, has been slashed to zero. (Some commitments from previous budgets are still trickling through.)

None of the high priority infrastructure projects which were planned for next year have been funded. Desperately needed lanes, signals, intersections and other urgent safety improvements have been dropped.

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Great Victorian Bike Ride

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Day 1 - 45km Lakes Entrance to Bruthen Lakes Entrance is the start of this years Great Victorian Bike Ride.

After sampling the best views over the town, lakes and Ninety Mile Beach, the Ride will get underway and head towards Metung.

Metung is an idyllic little seaside village where you’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch overlooking the Gippsland Lakes.

Off into the hills and magnificent mountain views will greet you as you follow the Tambo River towards the old timber town of Bruthen.

Day 2 - 93km Bruthen to Briagolong With the Victorian Alps shadowing you, Day 2 gives you some varied riding and terrain.

Following the Great Alpine Road towards Bairnsdale, you’ll enjoy the downhill run through farmland and sheep country.

Passing through the outskirts of Bairnsdale will bring you through the fruit and vegetable growing district of Lindenow, with it’s rich fertile soil and quiet tree lined roads.

A gentle climb towards Stockdale allows for a gradual descent into Briagolong for your overnight stop.

Day 3 - 84km Briagolong to Rosedale This is the heart of Gippsland. Lush farming, stunning views of the High Plains and the Strzelecki Ranges looming.

Quiet country roads lead you to Lake Glenmaggie, set amidst beautiful bushland, the ideal setting for a break beside the water.

The second half of the day is an easy downhill run towards Heyfield. Another classic Gippsland town where lunch will be enjoyed.

Rosedale is an easy ride from here, and the next overnight stay.

Day 4 - 80km Rosedale to Traralgon The Grand Ridge Road lays in wait today, perhaps the biggest challenge of the entire Ride.

Wind your way up the Strzelecki’s towards the beauty of Tarra Bulga National Park.

On your way through Gormandale, via bushland and pastoral areas, the serious uphill climb begins.

Powers Hill will test your stam-

ina prior to turning onto the Grand Ridge Road.

Stunning views greet you on this climbing, winding wonderland of tall forests and deep gullies.

After a short stretch of unsealed road, Tarra Bulga approaches, with tree ferns and rainforest on all sides. The road winds through the giant gums, with plenty of time to explore the National Park.

A 33km downhill run then takes you to the next overnight stop, Traralgon.

Day 5 is a rest day in Traralgon.

Day 6 - 82km

Day 8 - 108km Mirboo North to San Remo This is the longest days Ride, heading over a ridge to then descend towards the coast.

The smell of salt water will be in your nostrils, as you descend on the town of Inverloch.

The views keep getting better as you travail the coast along the Bunurong Coastal Road.

Winding along flat terrain,

passing through Wonthaggi, cruising along the Bass Coast, your stop for the night then comes into view, San Remo.

Day 9 - 40km San Remo to Phillip Island The grand finale. Phillip Island (Great Vic Community Ride).

Time to tackle the Island. Scoot over the bridge and take in the views.

Phillip Island is a paradise of coastal resorts and pristine beaches. Plenty of shopping in Cowes, koalas at the Koala Reserve and some gorgeous natural wetlands.

Here, you can pat yourself on the back for completing the 591 kilometre ride, and making some great new friendships.

With three ride options, the 9 day 591km ride, the 3 day RACV Great Vic Getaway ride and the 1 day RACV Great Vic Community Ride, there is something suitable for everyone.

Early bird prices expire on July 27, so www.greatvic.com.au.

Traralgon to Yarragon The Latrobe Valley is the power centre of Victoria.

During the day you will take in views on both sides of the Valley.

Slight inclines up to Glengarry, Tyers and Yallourn North, giving great views of the huge power stations scattered throughout the Latrobe Valley.

Willow Grove and Blue Lake are the stopping points for a relaxing lunch and a rest from the climbing.

Through Gippsland’s Gourmet region, descend towards Yarragon, a quaint village on the Princes Highway for the next stop.

Day 7 - 60km Yarragon to Mirboo North Another day of great views and heavily timbered forests.

Back to the Grand Ridge Road as you head into the Mount Worth State Park, after passing a few small towns along the way.

Heading towards Mirboo North the trees open up to reveal stunning views in all directions. Almost giving you glimpses of the south coast of Victoria.

With small dips and climbs along the way, Mirboo North is a welcome stop for the night.

Proudly supporting all participants in the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride.

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

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Great Victorian Bike Ride

Catching waves, delicious seafood, sampling wines and stunning scenery A journey through Gippsland is like experiencing another world

TRARALGON 27 - 29 November 2012

HAROLD PRESTON RESERVE Latrobe City Council welcomes the

RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride 2012 If you’re participating in the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride, you’re in for more than just a fitness run.

Gippsland is so diverse it’s impossible to put it into one basket and say, “here, this is what Gippsland is all about.”

From the beginning of the ride, in Lakes Entrance, you can: • Catch a wave on the Ninety Mile Beach • Go for a charter cruise on the Gippsland Lakes • Savour delicious seafood in Lakes Entrance and San Remo • Down a boutique beer from the Bullant Brewery in Bruthen and the Grand Ridge Brewery in Mirboo North • Explore the history of Gippsland on the walking trails • Have at least “one” coffee per day at a local cafe or bakery • Visit historic Walhalla on your rest day

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Enjoy the Gippsland Gourmet Trail • Explore the Tarra Bulga National Park • Have a drink at some classic country pubs and meet the locals • Get a taste for Gippsland wine • Embrace the uphills with the rewards of the downhills, with stunning views along the way • Have a massage or some fine chocolate from the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory • Ride the famed Grand Ridge Road.

These, along with many more activities and wonders will greet you along your journey through Gippsland.

Visitor Information Centres along the way will have all manner of detailed support information to make your journey as pleasant and informative as possible.

Make us your first stop

Visit our friendly team to help make the most of your visit Free visitor guides & maps Local produce & souvenirs

Attraction tickets Event information

Accommodation bookings Things to see & do

Visitor Information Centres Open daily 9.00am - 5.00pm Phillip Island 1300 366 422 Newhaven, 895 Phillip Island Road, Cowes, 91-97 Thompson Avenue Inverloch 1300 762 433 16 A’Beckett Street Wonthaggi 1300 854 334 1 Bent Street (Cnr Bass Hwy) www.visitbasscoast.com www.visitphillipisland.com

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2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards

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2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards Application forms available now www.eastgippslandbusinessawards.com.au

Business Awards EASTGIPPSLAND

Business Awards 2012 Be recognised for your business success and contribution to the economy and lifestyle of East Gippsland.

Entries open now:

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EG Mayor Dick Ellis, Chair EGRBTA Ian Harrison, Tim Bull MP, Glen Sanford CEO GSI and Patricia Fulcher Executive Office EGRBTA.

al” awards: The Young Achiever’s Award and the Outstanding Achievement Award.

“The 2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards offer a great opportunity for businesses to do some marketing and promote their achievements,” says the Executive Officer, Patricia Fulcher. “It also presents businesses with a chance to get some constructive feedback.”

Ms Fulcher says the 2012

awards are shaping up to be another successful event with an infusion of new ideas this year.

“The East Gippsland Business and Regional Tourism Association is encouraging all business in East Gippsland to apply. We can provide assistance to any business that would like help with their application.”

Application forms available at: www.eastgippslandbusinessawards.com.au.

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BAIRNSDALE SPORTING & CONVENTION CENTRE

Choir to farewell the Corque on it’s final voyage After 20 years of plying the North Arm in Lakes Entrance, filled to the gunwhales with happy customers, The Corque is being retired.

Geoff Mahlook, owner and operator of the Wyanga Park Winery has been operating the Corque since 1992, when it was purchased from Lakes Alexandrina in South Australia.

“She was brought to Lakes Entrance on the back of a truck and has since carried more than 50,000 passengers up the North Arm,” said Mr Mahlook.

“We’ve had a great time being part of the charter boat scene here in Lakes Entrance, but now it’s time to focus on our core business, making and selling wine,” he said.

“We’ll leave the boating operations to the charter professionals, of which there are plenty in Lakes Entrance.”

The last voyage of the Corque will be on Sunday, June 9, 2012.

The Corque’s final voyage will be manned by the Nowa Nowa

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East Gippsland businesses are encouraged to enter the 2012 GSI East Gippsland Business Awards, which will be presented at a gala dinner on October 19.

Entries open on June 1 and all local businesses are eligible to enter the awards, which recognise businesses and business people in East Gippsland and their contribution to the region.

There is also a range of sponsorship options for businesses that wish to support the event. Sponsors reap the benefits of having their business name and logo included on a range of high-profile marketing and promotional material.

Held each year by the East Gippsland Business and Regional Tourism Association (EGBRTA), the GSI East Gippsland Business Awards cover all industries in East Gippsland.

This year awards will be presented in categories including retail, manufacturing, trades and construction, professional services, tourism, agribusiness, health and community, personal services, hospitality and accommodation, and a new category for Eco-Adventure.

There are also two “exception-

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June 2012

Briagalong Art & Film Feature

From Little Galleries, Big Galleries Grow

Ten years ago a group of artists in the township of Briagolong established “The Big Gallery” (in a very little building). It is now the briagolongartgallery in very spacious accommodation.

Celebrating this milestone is an This is a great opportunity to exhibition of work, past and pre- visit an exciting and beautiful galsent. 20 painters, printmakers and lery space. Certainly more spadrawers extraordinaire, will be cious than the first gallery. exhibiting the best of their work The exhibition, “Happy Redone over the last decade. turns” will have an official openDiverse subject matter executed ing on Sunday the 27th May at with talent and consummate skill, 2.00pm. and will continue till 8th has been an ongoing hallmark of of July, all welcome. this group.

Open Saturday and Sundays Many of the artists involved 11.am to 4.00pm or by appointthemselves in a recent renovation ment which converted what was the old The Gallery is situated at the Briagolong garage to a vibrant ex- corner of Forbes and Avon Sts. hibition space, still retaining the Briagolong. heritage value and appearance of Contact 03 51 455439 or email the building. briagolongartgallery@gmail.com

Briagolong Community House Inc.

Community House for all Briagolong Community House has provided learning course to the Briagolong Community since its inception in 1992.

Originally, meetings and courses were held at the Mechanics’ Institute and the local primary school.

In 1999, after much assistance from the Maffra Shire Council, a purpose built extension was added to the Mechanics Institute Hall, where all courses and meetings now take place.

Everything from computer courses for beginners and advanced, yoga practice and patchwork quilting are available.

Courses run in the mornings, afternoons and some evenings.

The Community House has computers you can access for a small fee of $2 per hour. Word processing, spreadsheets and even the Internet is available.

For more information, go to www.briagolong.com.au.

Redgum Briagolong Hotel Review The Briagolong Hotel provides a relaxed and friendly

Riverstone Cafe Friendly Country Hospitality Fresh Menu with Local Produce Great Coffee and Homemade Cakes and Slices Relaxing Alfresco Outdoor Area Open 7 Days from Breakfast to 4.30pm Open For Dinner by Booking Fully Licensed

VISIT AURAZ NEXT DOOR Beautiful Gifts, Jewellery, Insence, Scarves, Clothing, Local Art, Handicrafts and much more Forbes Street Briagolong Phone 03 5145 5566

Briagolong General Store & Post Office *Fuel * Groceries *Ice *Newsagency Open 7 Days 8am - 7pm 6 Avon st, Briagolong Phone 5145 5200

BIG SCREEN COMING TO BRIAGOLONG 8 – 10 JUNE, 2012 SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 9.00PM RED DOG (PG)

OPENING NIGHT IN BRIAGOLONG FRIDAY 8 JUNE, 8.00PM THE CUP (PG) A triumphant and courageous true story about champion jockey Damien Oliver from the director of Phar Lap and The Lighthorsemen.

atmosphere where you can enjoy a great meal and really cold beer!

A light supper will follow the screening.

Tickets: $10/$8 concession, ticket sales from 7.15pm.

FAMILY SCREENING SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 11.00AM HAPPY FEET TWO (PG)

8 - 10 Forbes Street, Briagolong, VIC 3860 Tel: (03) 5145 5202

Tickets: $2

Fax: (03) 5145 5202

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 1.30PM THE EYE OF THE STORM (MA15+)*

briagolongartgallery cnr avon & forbes sts briagolong 3860

HAPPY RETURNS

an exhibition celebrating the gallery’s 10th anniversary by showcasing the work of past and present artists associated with the gallery current may 26 - 8 july 2012 gallery open 11 - 4 sat & sun

t: 03 5145 5454 or 03 5145 5439 e: briagolongartgallery@gmail.com w: briagolongartgallery.com

Tickets: $10/$8 concession

The Redgum Review is Briagolong’s own community newsletter, published monthly.

A group of dedicated volunteers put together the newsletter each month, relying on contributions from the public and business owners alike.

The newsletter can be downloaded from their website on the 7th day of each month.

If you’d like to contribute, email in Word format to bch@brigolong.com.au.

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 4.00PM ANY QUESTIONS FOR BEN? (M) Tickets: $10/$8 concession

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 7.00PM BRIAGOLONG FAST FILMMAKING CHALLENGE SCREENING & AWARDS NIGHT (U/C) PLUS ST KILDA SHORTS (U/C) Tickets: $10/$8 concession, includes entry to Red Dog at 9.00pm.

A warm–hearted story about a dog that becomes an outback legend. Josh Lucas, Rachael Taylor and Luke Ford star opposite Koko, the red kelpie in this box office smash!

Tickets: $10/$8 concession

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 10.30AM THE ARTIST (PG) Winner of 5 Academy Awards!

Tickets: $10/$8 concession

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 1.00PM SOUTH SOLITARY (M) Tickets: $10/$8 concession

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 3.45PM ORANGES AND SUNSHINE (M) Tickets: $10/$8 concession

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 7.30PM THE HUNTER (M) Tickets: $10/$8 concession

VENUE & TICKETS Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute Hall, Avon Street, Briagolong Festival Pass: $30, entry to all films!

Tickets available at the door. *persons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian

THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR:

www.nfsa.gov.au/bigscreen

MEDIA PARTNER:

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Briagalong Big Screen Film Festival

welcome to Big Screen 2012 winner AACTA award

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 9.00PM

rEd dog

Dir: Kriv Stenders. Writ: Louis de Bernières (novel), Daniel Taplitz. 2011, 92 mins, (PG)

FaMily SCrEEning

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 11.00AM

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession

haPPy FEEt two

A warm-hearted story about a dog that becomes an outback legend. Luke Ford, Josh Lucas, Rachael Taylor and Noah Taylor star opposite Koko, the red kelpie. In the tradition of Lassie, this comedy, adapted from the Louis de Bernières best-selling novel, is based on a true story.

Dir: George Miller. Writ: George Miller, Gary Eck, Warren Coleman, Paul Livingston. 2011, 100 mins, (PG)

Tickets: $2 It’s time to get happy! In the footsteps of the Academy Award winning Happy Feet comes this comic, musical adventure for all ages.

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 4.00PM

any QuEStionS For BEn?

This superb all-ages picture gets everything right.

Leigh Paatsch, hErald Sun

Dir: Rob Sitch. Writ: Santo Cilauro, Tom Gleisner, Rob Sitch. 2011, 114 mins, (M)

winner 5 Academy Award

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession

oPEning night

winner 3 AACTA awards

FRIDAY 8 JUNE, 8.00PM

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession, Ticket sales from 7.15pm. A light supper will follow the screening of The Cup. In 2002, Damien Oliver was the best jockey in the land, the beloved son and grandson of noted jockeys before him. When tragedy strikes his family just days before the Melbourne Cup will Damien decide to ride the spirited Media Puzzle? A triumphant and courageous true story from the director of Phar Lap and The Lighthorsemen.

A big-screen experience, with lavish production design and geographical scope… This is polished mainstream filmmaking.

Scott Murray, thE agE

winner 3 Golden Globes

urbane and sophisticated

winner 7 BAFTAS

Vicky Roach, thE daily tElEgraPh

thE CuP

Dir: Simon Wincer. Writ: Simon Wincer, Eric O’Keefe.

2011, 106 mins, (PG)

A romantic comedy about a perennial bachelor, (Josh Lawson from Thank God You’re Here, The Librarians and Sea Patrol), who starts to question his lifestyle. From the Aussie comedy outfit, Working Dog, creators of The Castle, The Dish and The Panel.

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 1.30PM

thE EyE oF thE StorM

Dir: Fred Schepisi. Writ: Patrick White (novel), Judy Morris. 2011, 114 mins, (MA15+)

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession Elizabeth (Charlotte Rampling), is a once great beauty who controls her staff and her adult children to the very end. Judy Davis plays the daughter with a failed marriage into French nobility: Geoffrey Rush plays the son, a playboy actor with a knighthood. Based on the novel by Nobel Prize winner Patrick White, from director Fred Schepisi, this is a sharp and ruthlessly comic exploration of family relationships.

…the array of talent in and around this film makes this a grand effort. Margaret Pomeranz, at thE MoViES

Big Screen Film Festival 8 years on

SATURDAY 9 JUNE, 7.00PM

Briagolong FaSt FilMMaKing ChallEngE SCrEEning + awardS night

Dir/Writ: Michael Hazanavicius. 2011, 100 mins, (PG)

2012, (U/C)

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession Ticket price includes entry to Red Dog at 9.00pm

A loving recreation of Hollywood in the 1920s, on the verge of the introduction of sound. As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break.

Starring: Jean Dujardain, Bérénice Bejo, John Goodman, James Cromwell.

Watch films made around Briagolong by Fast Film Challengers at the Fast Filmmaking Competition screening. Support and see your friends, family and town up on the Big Screen!

PluS: St Kilda ShortS

2010, 45 mins, (U/C) A sampling of short films from some of Australia’s most exciting new talent direct from the St Kilda Film Festival.

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 1.00PM

South Solitary

This is not a work of film history but rather a generous, touching and slightly daffy expression of unbridled movie love.

A.O Scott, nEw yorK tiMES

tiMEtaBlE

Dir/Writ: Shirley Barrett. 2010, 110 mins, (M)

datE

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession

FrEE SChool SCrEEningS

A young unmarried woman arrives on an isolated island with her uncle, the new lighthouse keeper.

Starring Miranda Otto, Barry Otto and Marton Csokas.

Fri 8 Jun

10.00am

Little Big Shots (U/C)

Fri 8 Jun

12.45pm

Bran Nue Dae (PG)

Stunningly photographed South Solitary is a very special film.

gEnEral SCrEEningS

tiME

FilM

Fri 8 Jun

8.00pm

OPENING NIGHT The Cup (PG)

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 3.45PM

Sat 9 Jun

11.00am

FAMILY SCREENING Happy Feet Two (PG)

Dir: Jim Loach. Writ: Rona Munro. 2010, 104 mins, (M)

Sat 9 Jun

1.30pm

The Eye of the Storm (MA15+)*

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession

Sat 9 Jun

4.00pm

Any Questions for Ben? (M)

Sat 9 Jun

7.00pm

Briagolong Fast Filmmaking Shorts Awards + St Kilda Shorts (U/C)

Sat 9 Jun

9.00pm

Red Dog (PG)

Sun 10 Jun

10.30am

The Artist (PG)

Sun 10 Jun

1.00pm

South Solitary (M)

Sun 10 Jun

3.45pm

Oranges and Sunshine (M)

Sun 10 Jun

7.30pm

The Hunter (M)

David Stratton, at thE MoViES

orangES and SunShinE

This masterfully mounted, slow-burn drama tells the true story of British social worker Margaret Humphreys (Emily Watson) who, in the 1980s, sought to locate the victims of a secret government policy that shipped poor children to the colonies with the promise of a better life. Starring Hugo Weaving, Emily Watson and David Wenham.

The Big Screen Film Festival will return to Briagolong for the eighth big year with a weekend full of screenings.

Opening Night on Friday June 8 fea“The Big Screen Film Festival gives tures the triumphant and courageous Aus- Gippsland audiences the opportunity to tralian horse racing story, The Cup. enjoy an array of award-winning and acAt the heart of this true story is Damien claimed films”, said Festival Co-ordinator Oliver, a young jockey who loses his only Gordana Bacic. “We are especially debrother in a tragic racing accident just days lighted to be returning to Briagolong for before the 2002 Melbourne Cup. the eighth time. It’s a fantastic weekend of Opening Night tickets include a light films” said Gordana. supper at the Mechanics’ Institute Hall afBig Screen Film Festival is an initiative ter the screening, hosted by the Mechanics’ of the National Film and Sound Archive Institute Hall Committee. of Australia (NFSA), and brings new and On the evening of Saturday June 9 enjoy archival films to audiences across regional the second Briagolong Fast Film Making and rural Australia.

Other Briagolong Big Screen film festiChallenge Screening and Awards Night.

Watch films made around Briagolong by val highlights include feature films Happy Fast Film Challengers. Support and see Feet Two, The Artist, The Eye of the Storm your friends, family and town up on the and The Hunter.

Big Screen! PLUS a special sneak preview For screening and ticket details check of the St Kilda Short Film Festival touring the printed program in town or go to www. nfsa.gov.au/bigscreen program – straight from St Kilda.

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 10.30AM

thE artiSt

*persons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.

VEnuE & tiCKEtS

SUNDAY 10 JUNE, 7.30PM

thE huntEr

Dir: Daniel Nettheim. Writ: Julia Leigh (novel), Alice Addison, Wain Fimeri. 2010, 100 mins, (M)

Briagolong Mechanics’ institute hall (tickets at door) Avon Street, Briagolong Check program for ticket prices Festival Pass $30 – see all the films for one low price!

Tickets: $10 / $8 concession Based on the acclaimed novel by Julia Leigh, The Hunter is a powerful psychological drama that tells the story of Martin (Willem Dafoe), a mercenary sent from Europe by a mysterious biotech company to the Tasmanian wilderness on a dramatic hunt for the last Tasmanian Tiger.

The Hunter is a compelling and beautifully made film.

play facebook.com/nfsaa youtube.com/nfsaaust www.nfsa.gov.au/bigscreen

David Stratton, at thE MoViES

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

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Gippslander Newspaper

Gippsland’s Newspaper This month we’ve decided to display both our website and Facebook page, to demonstrate what other businesses can do, as well as showcase what we’re up to.

Between Mark Watson and tribution map can be found, showShane Kidd, a new newspaper has ing all 450 outlets where the Gippslander is circulated each month. been born for Gippsland.

Please support your local disNow in it’s third edition, printed monthly, it reaches out to an es- tributors, as without them, this timated 60,000 readership across wouldn’t be possible.

Gippsland.

A full Market listing is also In tandem with the printed available, updated regularly to ennewspaper, is the online version, able you to find which market is here at www.gippslander.com.au. on where across Gippsland.

A few features of the website, Signup to our monthly Newsis the ability to use the RSS news letter via the website, send us a subscription service. By signing Letter to the Editor, check our up to an RSS feed, you can receive Advertising Rates, or simply acin your email inbox every article cess the site to have a good read that is uploaded to the website. of local Gippsland stories, about A full dis- Gippslanders.

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Facebook - is it really necessary?

Many business owners, when faced with the prospect of having to setup a website for their business, can feel overwhelmed and totally not up to the task.

Then, if having one website Like your business page. As well, wasn’t enough, now you’re told your business page can only Like you need a Facebook page as well. other business pages, it cannot beDo not despair, it’s not any- come friends with anyone. where near as difficult to setup a Thus, the aim of the game is to Facebook page as it is to setup and get as many people to Like your maintain your business website. page as possible. The more Likes There are no hosting fees, no you have, the more exposure your domain name registration and business postings will receive.

When you post a comment, generally no technical upgrades or special or photo on your business maintenance.

You’ve just got to figure out page, it then feeds out to the News how to use Facebook, then be Feed on all your Likers pages.

They can then Like your inprepared to re-learn it every six months when they change or up- dividual posts, or they can Share your posts, meaning they re-post date their interface.

Setting up is as simple as sign- your article on their Wall, which ing yourself up for a Facebook ac- then appears on their friends News count. This account will be in your Feeds.

Your news or specials can very personal name, and will only be quickly spread out to a huge netyour personal Facebook page.

Next, you create a new “Busi- work of friends and their friends. ness Page”. This page works ex- In my opinion, it’s the cheapest actly the same as your personal and easiest way of spreading your good news. Our Facebook page page, with a few hidden extras.

People cannot be “friends” with is to be found at www.facebook. your business page. They can only com/gippslander.

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June 2012

The dying art of the technophobe

Home, Farm, Business

Remember setting up the VCR?

It used to be fun being a technophobe. Complaining about programing video recorders, wondering why disks didn’t already come formatted, referring to the internet as the ‘world wide web’, wondering why everyone knew how to download movies except you and having to learn new verbs almost daily - blog, Google, Skype, poke, tweet, spam, like, surf, youtube, phish, hack, upload, download, VOIP, browse, bookmark, etc.

These days however, even Apple didn’t invent the computer, committed technophobes are fast MP3 players, mobile phones or erunning out of excuses. It’s get- readers. They effectively just simting harder to get traction with plified the steps involved in using grievances when computers are up them and turned the hardware into and running as soon as you switch works of art.

It has never been easier to comthem on, when a novice can create movies and slideshows in min- municate and learn, to do things utes, when all your gadgets sync faster and smarter. In the process, automatically and when you can technology can even positively accrue 400 friends without ever impact the environment through innovation and lateral thinking. talking to them.

Sadly for technophobes, they Back when a search engine was a friendly librarian, Apple realised will need a new focus. They’re that technology and gadgets could not the sought after specialists be both beautiful and user friendly. they once were. Politics perhaps?

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Forestry, woodchipping and protecting our Koalas

Eden woodchip in the red Eden export woodchip mill has just recorded its first ever loss in 40 years of woodchipping East Gippsland forests. Losses disclosed to ASIC total $126,430.

Mystery surrounds the accumulated losses at the mill, considering the majority of their products (trees) are currently subsidised by the Baillieu Government.

Baillieu Govt slashes environment budget The latest budget has axed $130 million from the Vic Govt’s environmental departments. This includes postbushfire work and climate change programs.

Logging subsidies however, enjoy a continued handout of over $50 million.

How much can a koala bear?

Victoria’s koalas have been excluded from being listed by the Federal Government as a vulnerable species.

Queensland, NSW and ACT koala’s can rest easy following the rulings. Their habitat cannot be razed to the ground without extensive government interference.

Koalas in the Strzelecki forests however, were not afforded that protection. Most of their habitat is on private land, available for clear felling to feed the Maryvale paper mill.

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Gippsland Real Estate

237-239 Raymond Street, Sale Telephone: 03 5144 4333 stephenc@chalmer.com.au

www.chalmer.com.au

3A 1B 1C

Sale 178 Macalister Street

Sale Unit 1/102 Stawell Street

•Charming, spacious & open informal living •Separate dining or sitting room •Large bedrooms •Beautifully appointed bathroom •2nd shower •Beautifully manicured gardens •Sale’s most sought after address

•Close to CBD •Lovely private garden •Light and airy •Well equipped kitchen and bathroom •Cosy lounge •Lock up garage •Suit investor/owner occupier

LUXURY! PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION!

Price $$549,500 Internet 3254245 Contact Chris Morrison 0419 381 832

Neat! affordable!locatioN!

A4 B2 C2

Price $229,500 Internet 3997505 Contact Stephen Chalmer 0419 381 831

4A 2B 2C

Sale 34 Dryden Place

Sale 1/135 Market Street

•Fantastic open plan kitchen/meals/family •Supersized bedrooms •Spacious lounge •Northerly aspect to living areas •Ducted central heating + split system a/c •Sun drenched al-fresco •Great value for money

•Spacious open plan living •Excellent kitchen & bathrooms •Sunny northerly aspect •Ducted central heating •Split system air conditioner •Dbl garage with secure access •Own title - no body corporate

COMFORTABLE! AFFORDABLE! AS NEW!

Price $329,500 Internet 3971845 Contact Chris Morrison 0419 381 832

BRILLIANT AS NEW TOWNHOUSE!

Price $329,500 Internet 3799659 Contact Stephen Chalmer 0419 381 831

A3 B2 C2

NOW OPEN IN MORWELL & SALE

381 - 385 Corner of Raymond & Macarthur Streets Sale, 3850 Phone: 03 5144 7715 Mobile: 0433 666 014

244 Commercial Rd, Morwell Ph: 03 5133 0883

Opening Hours Sale : Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm Saturday - 9am - 3pm Sunday - 11am - 2pm Opening Hours Morwell : Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30 pm Sat 9am -1pm www.mattressbedssale.com.au

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Gippsland Real Estate

QUALITY IN ABUNDANCE

$470,000

Set on a spacious 1,500m2 lot in pleasant surrounds this refreshingly different home has a style of its own with the vendors doing the 'extra' to ensure a high end finished product.

With focus on the kitchen, living area, main bedroom and ensuite there is also a lovely entry stairway and balustrade as well as a beautiful sitting room where you can escape with a book and a wine. A mere 2.5 years old and still very much a new home.

GET OUT - OF TOWN!

$330,000

You’ll never appreciate living country until you’ve give it a go, so consider this very homely property only 15 minutes from town. This is proof that it doesn’t cost the earth to own a good home and a few acres (7 in fact) where you could run a horse if you want. Comprises three bedrooms, a neat little kitchen and dining area plus a cosy lounge and huge covered deck make it all worthwhile. And with an awesome shed and more tank water than you’ll ever need why are you waiting?

A CLEAR CUT WINNER

$338,000

QUIET COURT BY THE BEACH

$462,000

No need for a photo finish here, this home romps it in! Every conceivable box has been ticked. With some homes you just know and when the price is more than right the only thing left to do is say yes. The pictures tell no lies - this wonderful three bedroom / two bathroom home will please you no end - inside and out, front to back. Some people put in years to get a home and surrounds looking like this but you can have it in 60 days more or less!

OLD

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BRIGHT & LIGHT

$220,000

Lake Tyers Beach, within a stroll to shop and Tavern. Great investment property or holiday home comprising three bedrooms and open plan living, sunny verandah and lock-up garage. Low maintenance and ready for you to put your personal touches to.

LAKES VIEW ESTATE

SELECTED LOTS NOW $110,000 EACH

If you’re looking for town, lake and ocean views with 9 holes of golf at your doorstep then Lakes View Estate is the place to be.

Situated just four minutes from the town centre, Lakes View Estate offers 43 magnificent allotments with all services and a variety of blocks allowing for plenty of room with sizes ranging from 686m² to 1,563m².

20 Myer Street, Lakes Entrance Gary Henry: 0418 516 164

Living by the beach allows you to enjoy the ocean and lake at your doorstep. Situated on over 900m2 at the head of the court the home comprises separate lounge, kitchen / dining, sunroom, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The outdoor entertaining area is decked and paved, and enclosed with bistro blinds for all year round use. There is a spa and fire place, landscaped gardens, large garage with ensuite and double carport high enough for a large van.

Ph: (03) 5155 3555

www.garyhenryrealestate.com.au

Brendan King: 0407 302 273

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Turnbull Toyota Demo Sale Come in and see us for great driveaway deals today!

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Gippsland Good Food

Make your own Dumplings How to make your own Sour Dough

A homemade dumpling that will surly impress your friends and family.

What you need • 1 Packet of Wonton wrappers (available from most supermarkets) • 150g fatty pork mince • 150g chicken mince • 2 Tablespoons good quality Soya Sauce • 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce • 1 Teaspoon fine white pepper

• ¼ Cup of finely chopped spring onion • 1 Dessert spoon of salt • 1 Tablespoon of corn flour • 1 Teaspoon Sesame oil Combine all the above ingredients together in a bowl, mix and let stand for 30minutes

Prawn and Garlic Chive Dumplings from the Floating Dragon Restaurant

Place a small amount of meat filling in the center of the Wonton wrapper and fold so the edges join.

Pinch the edges together to form a pleat. Repeat this process for the remaining dumplings. Steam the dumplings for 12-15 minutes de-

pending on their thickness. Serve with soya sauce and chopped Spring onion.

Recipe kindly supplied by the Floating Dragon Restaurant, Lakes Entrance.

Phone 03 5155 1400.

Hot & Gourmet foods Spicey from Tambo If black pepper be the king of spices then surely chilli must be the queen. Its ability to offer a pure heat and a mild sweetness has seen its integration into many of today’s popular dishes.

Chillies, and the focus on the different variety types with their differing flavours and heat levels is being tipped by many food writers as one of the hottest food trends for 2013.

The heat is created by a chemical called capsaicin, which does not dissolve in water, which is why drinking water does not bring any relief. The best relief comes from yoghurt, milk or better still alcohol, such as wine or beer.

The amount of capsaicin in the chilli can be tested and is described as Scoville Heat Units or SHUs. Jalapeno, Tabasco sauce and chipotles are at the lower end of the scale at 3500 SHUs, with a variety of chilli at every SHU all the way up to the world’s hottest chilli, the Bhut Jolokia at almost 1 and a half million.

A serious chilli indeed, particularly when you consider police capsicum spray is rated at 2 million SHUs, with pure capsaicin at an SHU of 16 million.

Tambo Gourmet Foods’ relish and jams are handmade in small batches using fruit and vegetables sourced locally from growers using organic principles where possible.

Situated on the edge of the Coulqhoun Forest, East Gippsland, Tambo Gourmet Foods produce all their products in a purpose built kitchen.

Their range of pre mixed gourmet spices allows the customer to conveniently add taste and variety to their cooking. Their range is growing weekly.

The selection of over 20 flavours of traditionally made Gluten Free fudge, with it’s smooth, creamy, non grainy texture will really excite your taste buds.

Dukkah is the latest addition.

There are 6 different varieties to choose from and the biggest problem customers have is “which one will I buy...they are all so good.”

The only additive is sea salt.

Look for their stall at local markets in East Gippsland and southern NSW or visit them online at www.tambogourmetfoods.com for more information.

Recipe supplied by Hope Farm www.hopefarm.com.au

To get started you will need 2kg organic rye flour, you can use wholemeal but it must contain no leavening agents, a large wide-mouthed bowl left unsealed, and a spoon.

Mix one cup plain flour with slightly less than one cup warm water in the jar, stirring vigorously at least twice a day for 2-3 days.

Store the jar in warm 30C location and check for bubbles which will appear as it begins to ferment.

At this time remove 90% of the mixture then feed the culture with another cup of plain flour and slightly less warm water, stirring well. You may need to repeat this process of feeding the culture at 12-hour intervals for a few more days until you have a culture powerful enough to leaven your loaves. The confirmation of this is a layer of foam 3-4cm thick.

You now have an activating culture ready to move to the first proofing stage, or you may wish to refrigerate the culture (never freeze it) for a more convenient time.

The culture will happily live in the fridge for many months if it is adequately looked after.

For the first proof remove the bubbling culture from its jar and scoop into a large mixing bowl, large enough for the dough to at least double its size.

Then add 2 cups warm water and 3 cups plain flour, slowly adding the flour and stirring well (don’t be too concerned with lumps as the wild yeasts will eat these up).

Cover the bowl with a dry cloth or cling wrap and place in a warm location 32C for up to 12 hours.

Cantonese style cuisine overlooking the majestic Western Boat Harbour, Lakes Entrance.

An abundance of local seafood, produce and wine.

Floating Dragon

Dinner - Tuesday to Sunday from 6:00pm. Yum-Cha served Sundays from Noon till 2:00pm

This is the time when the lacto-bacilli necessary for the special sour dough taste develop, and the carbon dioxide that leavens the loaf is produced. You can experiment with the amount of time taken in first proofing and the related flavour of the bread.

After the first proof is completed remember to remove one cup of the culture and refrigerate it so you will always have an activating culture on hand. Now you are ready to add whatever flours, seeds, nuts, fruit, vegies, fats, oils, herbs and spices you wish to include in your bread. A good tip is to warm any liquids you will be using in your recipe, as it helps leaven the resulting dough.

Hope Farm breads and produce can be found at most East Gippsland Farmers Markets.

Their website is: www.hopefarm.com.au.

Ploughmans Pantry Traditional gourmet preserves and condiments. Ploughman's Pantry range of products are available through local markets and by mail order. Send us a message on facebook, email us at ploughmanspantry@bigpond.com or phone us on 0404013209 to place an order.

Sale, VIC 3850 Ph: 0404 013 209

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Morwell

www.morwellrosegarden.com.au

Victoria’s premiere roses Winter isn’t really the time to be talking about roses, or rose gardens.

But, if you’re a rose enthusiast, now is the time you start thinking about the pruning, thinning and replanting new or existing varieties in your garden.

The Morwell Centenary Rose Garden is situated at the entrance to the town of Morwell in the Latrobe Valley.

Four acres of gardens with 116 beds, of which there are 3000 different rose varities. Both hybrids and traditional favourites.

The “Friends of the Garden”, and the Morwell Centenary Rose Garden Advisory Committee, are the keepers and guardians of Victoria’s largest rose garden.

A pruning weekend is planned for Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1,2012.

Demonstrations will be held at 10am and 2pm on each day. Pamphlets will be available on the expertise of pruning. Tea and coffee will be available. Call the secretary on 03 5134 1039 for details.

So winter isn’t such a bad time to be talking roses. Get out the clippers and start sharing those cuttings around.

University games July 2 The 2012 Southern University Games will take place in Latrobe City from July 2-6, 2012.

Planning has now been un- day, July 2, along with evening derway for several months, with events throughout the week.

1,800 participants expected for There will be a Mexican Fiesta, this years games.

Retro Sports evening and to finish The University Games came it off, a Pirate Parrrrty on Thursabout through the need for sport day. and recreational programs to be The closing ceremony will be included on university campuses held on Friday, July 6, the final around Australia. day of competitions.

Studies have been performed More information can be obshowing that the inclusion of sport tained by visiting their website at participation as part of the univer- www.unisport.com.au. sity curriculum has many advanThe Southern University tages for both students and teach- Games administrative centre has ers alike. There is a very close link all information relating to volunbetween physical fitness and aca- teers, participants, UTMs and othdemic performance. ers.

A full social program has been It is situated at the GippsTAFE arranged for all participants of this Academy, Princes Highway, years games, including the Open- Traralgon, open everyday from ing Ceremony, planned for Mon- 8am till 5pm.

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381 - 385 Corner of Raymond & Macarthur Streets Sale, 3850 Phone: 03 5144 7715 Mobile: 0433 666 014

244 Commercial Rd, Morwell Ph: 03 5133 0883

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June 2012

Shoppers prefer experience over price Have you joined the retail revolution?

Retail is not dead, it is merely evolving.

As technology improves, the greatest competition for many retailers is no longer coming from down the street but rather from overseas.

The risk is that retailers try to compete on price alone. Shipping, scale, labour and lack of GST, will ensure that overseas online offerings always remain cheaper.

Those retailers that are making their way, side-by-side their online counterparts, are those retailers that have embraced the new technology that enables them to offer unparalleled service and after sales support.

That said, technology can also create opportunity.

Customer loyalty is not built on price alone.

Bricks and mortar retailers can provide something that online retailers never will, the experience.

Consider Apple. It does not discount, nor compete in price wars with other leading brands, and yet its sales grow exponentially. Why do you think that is?

Apart from an exceptional product suite, Apple has created an unparalleled user experience.

Everything from the product functionality, to the design of the box that the hardware comes in and to the Apple stores themselves.

The stores are clean, simple and pragmatic. Staff are plentiful and

there are no queues. Every staff member can take payments and email receipts via their iPhone.

It’s all about the experience.

Compare that sort of experience with an online shopping escapade.

There’s no atmosphere, no touching or feeling and no personal interaction between human beings.

To harness the best of both worlds, retailers need to keep the personal, efficient, real experience that shoppers so desire, as well as incorporate technology to ensure a smooth, hassle free experience for their customers.

The guys at Wealie have created the Wealie Universal Loyalty Card App along similar principles, to help businesses engage their customers and to add value in ways that are placed above discounts.

Technology can complement and enhance the user experience of any retailer. If you’re afraid of new technology, ask the kids.

Checkout the free App on their website, www.wealie.com.au.

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Home & Garden

Sustainable furniture The width and breadth of Gippsland’s creative juices never cease to amaze me. Here, based in the forested Strezlecki Ranges in Gippsland, Tony Smith Fine Furniture specialises in original contemporary furniture.

Tony is drawn to the earthiness and inherent beauty of timber, enjoying the process of turning raw timber into a handcrafted piece.

Combining timber with other elements adds a special interest and focus on different aspects of the finished item.

Clients are intimately involved in the entire process.

As a designer and maker of unique pieces, Tony’s work has both a local and international clientele. He regularly showcases items in local art shows and exhibitions. Locally made and handcrafted, his pieces are supplied to Gippsland retail galleries.

Private clients can contact Tony to have their individual creation designed and crafted to their personal specifications. Clients are intimately involved in the entire process, from the initial conceptual idea, through to detailed design and timber selection.

Using sound design principals, all pieces are crafted with fastidious attention to detail. Whilst Tony’s pieces are innovative, the emphasis is on functionality and durability. A combination of tra-

Visit Tony Smith’s website at www.tonysmithfinefurniture.com.au

ditional (e.g. hand-cut dovetails) and modern joinery techniques are used where appropriate to emphasis the natural beauty of the timber and ensure its structural integrity.

Preferring Gippsland timbers, all timber used in Tony’s pieces is hand selected to meet design specifications and to accentuate the natural beauty of the finished item. Many pieces utilise curves and shaping, and in some cases natural edged timber, to soften the overall appearance.

Some items incorporate multiple timbers and additional materials (i.e. stainless steel) contrasting the warmth of timber with the cool of other elements. Every effort is made to utilise all materials in an environmentally sustainable manner. A variety of finishes (Danish oil, polyurethane etc.) can be applied to meet individual client needs.

For more information, or contact Tony, visit his website at www. tonysmithfinefurniture.com.au.

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Coal Creek Events

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra 3950 Telephone (03) 5655 1811 www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

Open Thursday to Monday 10am – 4.30pm 7 days over Victorian School Holidays

Teddy Bears Picnic Pirates Day Literary Festival Halloween

10 June 23 September 13 October 27 October

Ghost Tours

1 Saturday of the month

Farmers Market 2 Saturday of the month

Your School can visit Coal Creek Check out our Education program Have your Wedding or Special Occasion at the Pig & Whistle café

It’s a big day out !

•Explore 60 heritage buildings that tell the history of South Gippsland.

•.Ride the train!

•. Discover the old fashioned General Store!

•.Have a game of chess!

•. View the Community Art Gallery!

•. Picnic by the lake!

•. Shop at the Farmers Market!

•. Checkout the Sustainability Centre!

•. Take a Ghost Tour!

•. Lunch at the Pig ‘n Whistle!

•. Enjoy our regular family fun events!

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Loch Food & Wine Festival

Loch Food & Wine Festival Queens Birthday Long Weekend: June 2 - June 11

For the 5th year in a row, the Historic Loch Village is putting on their Food & Wine Festival.

With activities planned from Saturday, June 2, through to Monday June 11, it promises to be the biggest and best yet.

The Festival kicks off with a Festival Opening Railway Dinner on Saturday, June 2 at 6:30pm.

The train departs Loch Station with the Queen’s Jubilee as the theme. Bookings are essential for this train trip of a lifetime, so book early on 03 5659 4215.

Sunday: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Thanksgiving Service at 9:30am then a Jubilee Lunch and the launch of Loch Village Street

by Street at midday.

Carringtons of Loch Village

Lamps Clocks Kitchenalia 2nd hand furniture

Open 7 days Ph 5659 4215 www.carringtons.com.au

Proud supporter of Loch Village Food & Wine Festival

Monday: Lighting of the Diamond Jubilee Beacon and a family BBQ at the Loch Primary School.

Tuesday through to Friday: A Taste of Gippsland at different Village Eateries around Loch.

Saturday, June 9: The Winemaker’s Dinner at the Gilded Lily Restaurant and Bar. Bookings essential on 03 5659 4488.

Sunday, June 10: The Main Event - Street Festival, featuring over 50 food and wine producers from the region.

Entry to the Festival is $15 which includes all your food and wine tasting, an information pack and souvenir tasting glass.

Children’s activities will include Barn Buddies and cake decorating. The South Gippsland Wind Orchestra will be playing, along with the Wonthaggi Citizens Band and Green Velvet.

Ample parking is available, with the main event being held near the Loch Memorial Recreation Reserve.

For up to date information on all their events and festival details, visit their website at www.lochvillagefoodandwinefestival.com.au or visit their Facebook page for program details.

Don’t forget their markets on Sunday.

Cosy Kitchen Loch *Fresh Country Breakfasts *Delicious Lunches Tracey & Kayla Pepperell *Devonshire Teas 27 Victoria Street *Coffee & Cake Loch Vic 3945 *Gluten Free Products Ph: 5659 4455

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation Bottle Shop, Fine Dining Featuring Local Produce and Gluten Free. Dinner Parties a Speciality 2 Smith Street, Loch Phone: 5659 4446

Open 7 Days

*Seasonally Influenced Menu *Spacious Indoor & Outdoor Dining *Great Family Atmosphere *Ideal For Meetings or Celebrations *Catering & Special Occasion -Cakes To Order *Huge Range of Local Produce -Gift Hampers Available *Fair Trade & Unique Teas, Coffee & Hot Chocolate

Fully Licensed 10 Smith Street, Loch Village 3945 Ph: 5659 4466

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Travelling Gippsland

Get active & save lives

June 2012

Country Cruise Hot Rod Weekend Queens Birthday Weekend Lakes Entrance

Gippsland has six flotillas of Coast Guard vessels, Lakes Entrance, Mallacoota, Port Albert, Port Welshpool, Marlo and Paynesville.

Maffra Motor Museum HOLDEN Display July/November Open Day - 8th July Classic vehicles & Clubs welcome

Open, Fri-Sat-Sun-Mon, 10am - 4pm & all School Holidays

1a Sale Road,Maffra Vic 3860 - Ph (03) 5147 3223 www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au

Rob Geisler Motor Trimming & Upholstery

Over 30 Years Experience in Classic & Vintage Cars

*Cars *Trucks *Boats *Planes *Household Upholstery

31 Alexander Ave (Po Box 237) Moe, Vic. 3825 0418 512 716

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“Authorised Insurance Repairer” Brakes & Servicing 82 PRINCE STREET ROSEDALE Phone Rod: 5199 2798 FAX: 5199 2886 MOB: 0457 604 930

With boating and fishing being such a large part of life in Gippsland, the Gippsland Squadron of the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard, keep both tourists and locals safe on the water 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The Gippsland Squadron consists of six flotillas located at Mallacoota, Lakes Entrance, Port Albert, Port Welshpool, Marlo and Paynesville.

Manned by a group of passionate volunteers, each flotilla deals with a unique range of assists, be it a vessel that has run aground in the Gippsland Lakes, or a vessel that is experiencing mechanical problems and is being battered and bruised by violent weather offshore.

With regular training and stateof-the-art equipment, the volunteer members and their respective flotillas are always up to the task.

With the ever-growing numbers of tourists coming to enjoy Gippsland, the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard has recognized the need to grow their numbers in the region, which has resulted in a recruitment drive for new members.

Volunteering has a meaningful, positive impact on your community, so why not consider joining?

The Australian Volunteer Coast Guard values the uniqueness and diversity of every individual and welcomes any inquiries you may have. It guards the coast in the most effective way: by education; example; examination; and finally by search and rescue.

If you want more information or want to become a part of Coast Guard, contact sadco.gipp@coastguard.com.au for more information.

You can keep up to date with the latest Coast Guard Victoria news by Liking us on Facebook, or follow us on twitter by searching for @CGMelb.

For help from Coast Guard on the water you can call 03 9598 7003 – in an emergency call 000 and ask for the Water Police.

Lakes Entrance will be thumping with the sounds of Hot Rods over the Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend, June 7, 8 & 9.

The Thunderbirds Rod and Custom Club are holding their regular Country Cruise Hot Rod Weekend, and it’s promising to be the best yet.

Hundreds of hot rods are expected in Lakes Entrance on Saturday for the Hot Rods Al’fresco, to be held in Myer Street. All cars will be on display as judges hand out awards and you get to chat with the owners.

There will be plenty of kids activities, music and cars, cars, cars. Saturday night sees the Pie Night at the Lakes Entrance Golf Club, with tickets only $10 per head.

On Sunday the hot rods cruise to Paynesville, making it possibly the largest highway hot rod cruise in Australia. Sunday night sees more entertainment at the Lakes Sports and Community Club.

Master Upholsterers create new from old

Just what do you do with your old, faded, tattered car seats? Do you rip them out and replace them, cover them with fake car seat covers, or would a complete re-cover be the answer.

That all depends on what you’re dealing with. I wouldn’t think recovering the seats in a 1979 Mazda 323 would be a project worthy of the time, effort and dollars.

If however, that car was a 1962 EJ Holden, then it’s a different story.

Around Gippsland, we have many well trained and experienced motor trimmers that would satisfactorily complete your project with all the love and care as if you were doing it yourself..

Rob Geisler Motor Trimming and Upholstery has been successfully operating in Moe since 1991, operating part time from 1999 until Oct 2011, when Rob returned to full time trading.

With 32 years’ experience Rob can handle everything from minor repairs to full custom re-trims. Rob has experience on vintage, classic and modern vehicles, and has also worked on trucks, buses, caravans and even planes.

He is well respected for his work on boats, doing canopies and interior work and household/office upholstery. Rob prides himself on quality workmanship and materials. Enquiries can be directed to Rob Geisler Motor Trimming and Upholstery 0418 512 716.

June 2012

Metung Food & Wine Festival

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Food & Wine on the Green Sunday, June 10, Metung Village Green

Whether you come by car, by boat, by bicycle or simply walk, come anyway you can to the inaugural Metung Food and Wine Festival, on Queens Birthday long weekend, June 9 and 10.

On Saturday, June 9, the Festival kicks off with the monthly Metung Farmers Market on the Village Green in central Metung.

Always a huge selection of locally produced or grown food, wine, honey and fresh produce. Many of our local growers and manufacturers find their way to the Metung market every first Saturday of the month to mix and mingle with visitors, the locals and other stall holders.

On Sunday from 11am till 4pm the Village Green

will be transformed by a large Event Marquee, holding the best East Gippsland has to offer.

Eight local wineries will be present, allowing you to sample their produce or purchase for later consumption. The best of East Gippsland’s eateries will also be there, showcasing the remarkable talent our local producers have when it comes to creating food for your delight.

Alongside the Festival will be an art and craft exhibition, appropriately titled “The Colour of Metung,” open all day Saturday and Sunday.

On Monday morning hundreds of Hot Rods will roll into town, promising a fantastic display of classic motoring.

Spirit, Mind & Body

Messages from the Heart K ate Brilli How often in our current times do we hear the words ‘from the heart’ or ‘follow your heart’? How many of us have ever stopped to consider exactly what these words really mean?

I have been focusing my attention on these sentiments and would like to look more closely at following my heart. This is what I found. To follow the heart is not necessarily going to rid you of the fear you are perceiving, in the current moment, it may even accelerate the feeling of fear.

By standing on the edge of our comfort zones we have two choices, to move forward and step into the perceived fear or step back and put ‘change’ out of our mind and continue in our current holding pattern and hope the intensity passes only to find that the fear increases.

Whenever we follow our hearts, our hearts may lead us into unchartered territory or rough waters, this is part of the preparation for opening ourselves up to the new changes ahead. When we follow our hearts we allow our souls path to guide us through life and all feelings of regret, frustration and hopelessness leave us. Acceptance, compassion and forgiveness become part of us and this energy expands so we have more of this in our lives.

There is a fine line between fear and love. The adrenalin that is present in both cases is the same and we must embrace this energy force and step into it completely committed, without doubt, to receive the awesomeness of life. To deny this force is to deny ‘lifeforce’.

This may leave you frustrated and stuck in old patterns, finding new habits to distract you from your discomfort about being in your present state. Resulting in, stagnant energy or lifeforce.

To follow our hearts is to do so with faith, to let go of conditions and expectations of how things “should” be and accept how things are.... It is to allow ourselves to be open to receiving our manifestation in its pure form, without manipulation from our own restrictive minds and negative thoughts.

Our thoughts dictate our reality.

F.E.A.R. is an acronym for “false, evidence appearing real”. Hence we all have different fears based on our experiences in this world.

To assist your healing in any form you must embrace the FEAR with LOVE and follow your heart. Accept the journey no matter how treacherous it may seem from your current viewpoint and have faith that it will lead you to greener pastures..... Following your heart and following your passion will always lead to LOVE.

I will leave you with this quote from Rumis’ book of poems, this is a translation of the love poem: Rumi tells us the supreme secret of the inner journey is the path of love.

If we can possess our whole heart with contemplation of the beloved we will experience the wonders and beauty of the universe.

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LATROBE REH Cork Club Craft Market 2nd Saturday of the month (Sept to May) Kay Street Gardens, Traralgon Contact 0487 342 675 Latrobe Country Market Every Sunday 8:30am - 1:30 pm Latrobe Road, Morwell Contact 0407 532 957 Traralgon Farmers Market 4th Sat of the month 8am-1pm Kay Street Gardens Contact 5174 2279 Old Gippstown Market - Moe 3rd Sat of the month 9am-2pm Old Gippstown Heritage Park Contact 5127 3082

BAW BAW Drouin Craft & Produce Civic Park, Drouin 3rd Sat of month 8am-12:30pm Contact 0428 252 440 Rokeby Community Market Main Road, Rokeby 2nd Sat of month 8am-1pm September to May Contact 56 26 8523 Longwarry Fire Brigade Market Bennett St, Longwarry 1st Sunday of Month 8am-1pm March to December Contact 0419 158 946 Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market 4th Sat of the month 9am-2pm Yarragon Public Hall Campbell St, Yarragon Contact 5634 2209

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

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Markets in Gippsland

Surf Club Market Foreshore Rotunda, near the Footbridge Lakes Entrance 1st Sun of month 9am-3pm Contact 5153 1916 Metung Farmers Market Village Green, Metung 2nd Sat of month 8:30am-1pm Contact 0458 431 844 Paynesville Lions Club Market Gilsenan Reserve, P’ville 2nd Sun of month 8am-1pm Contact 0400 327 526 Bairnsdale Uniting Church Car & Boot Market Great Alpine Road, Lucknow 3rd Sat of month 8:30-11:00am Bruthen Village Market Bruthen Mechanics Hall Main Street, Bruthen 4th Sat of month 9am-1pm Contact 0428 501 634 or 03 5156 4148 Lucknow Market Howitt Park, Lucknow 4th Sun of month 8:30-1pm Contact 5152 4662 Makers Market Emporium of Handmade Wares from Maker to you.

Boucher Hall, Bairnsdale Saturday, June 2 - 9-2pm Contact 0412 870 605 or 5152 5484

WELLINGTON Heyfield Market John Greaves Memorial Park, Temple St, Heyfield 1st Sat of month from 8am Contact 5148 0505 Wellington Farmers Market 3rd Sat of month 8am-1pm Cobb & Co. Stables Raymond Street, Sale Maffra Variety & Farmers Market 1st Sun of month 9am-1pm Contact 0408 057 772

Cobb & Co Stables Markets 1st Sat - Variety Market 8am-1pm 2nd Sun - Craft Market 9am-1pm 3rd Sat - Farmers Market 8am-1pm 4th Sun - Art & Wine Market 12:30-4:30 Contact Mark 0408 057 772 www.cobbandcomarket.com.au Stratford Variety & Farmers Market Apex Park, Princes Highway Stratford 4th Sun of month 9am-1pm Contact 0408 057 772 Rosedale Community Market Prince St Park, Rosedale 2nd Sun of month 7am-1:30pm Contact 5199 2709 Sale Charity Market Thompson River Canal Reserve Sale, Gippsland 3rd Sun of month 7am-1pm Contact 5144 1258 Yarram Variety Market Guide/Scout Hall Cnr Church Rd & Sth Gipp Hwy 1st Sun of month 8am-1pm Additional markets in Yarram: Port Albert Regatta - April 8 Rutters Park.

Yarram Tarra Festival - April 9 Monster Market Showgrounds, Buckley St Port Albert Hall, Victoria St, 5th Sun in month Contact 5183 2649

SOUTH GIPPSLAND Prom Farmers Market Foster Showgrounds, Foster 3rd Sat of month 8am-12pm Contact 5682 2654 or 0427 809 509 Promontory Home Produce & Craft Market Sundays - April 8, 8am-2pm Foster Showgrounds, Foster Contact 5682 2654 Prom Country Farmers Market Main St, Foster

Bartering with your home grown produce Locally grown produce is best for so many reasons. Some choose to grown their own but what do you do with any excess? If you can’t grow everything in your garden but still want locally grown even organic do you then resort to the supermarket?

Here’s an even better option. Come down to the Cobb and Co Stables Market on a Friday and swap your produce with other growers. You can offer fruits, vegetables, herbs, preserves or any other home grown/produced items. These can be swapped with other growers. So if you have a bumper tomato crop but the zucchinis were a fail then bring your tomatoes and swap with the zucchini green thumb! If you have no produce of your own then simply donate some funds which will then be passed on to a local charity.

By being involved you will have a chance to network with other growers, build community and reduce waste. As an added bonus you will be able to increase the range of produce in your kitchen that was grown locally.

This program commences on Friday 1st June 2012 at the Cobb and Co Stables Market complex between 12 and 1pm.

It is free to participate, and if you have any enquiries, please call Mark on 03 5143 0370.

Huge indoor Garage Sale

Fourth Saturday of the month indoor garage sale.

Bring your garage sale to the Cobb & Co. building in Raymond St, Sale. $20 for 3 metre x 3 metre site.

Fill it to the brim with your goods.

3rd Sat of month 8am-12pm Contact 680 8509 Tarwin Lower Market Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall Contact 5663 7345 or 5663 7505 Venus Bay Farmers Market Venus Bay Village Jupiter Bvd, Venus Bay Every Sunday in January Contact 5664 0096 Mirboo Nth Market Baromi Park, Mirboo Nth Last Sat of month, 9am-2pm Contact 5668 2465 Sth Gippsland Farmers Market Koonwarra Memorial Park Koonwarra 1st Sat of month 8:30am start Contact 0408 619 182 Kongwak Market Korumburra-Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak Sundays 10-2:30pm Contact 0417 142 478 Coal Creek Farmers Market Coal Creek Community Park Korumburra 2nd Sat of month 8am-1pm Toora Market Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Road, Toora 2nd Sat of month 8:30am start Contact 5686 2690 Loch Public Hall - Winter Market Loch Public Hall, Smith Street, Loch 2nd Sun of month 9am-1pm May to September only Contact 5659 4305 Loch Village Market Railway Siding, Loch 2nd Sun of month 8:30am start Contact 5659 0212 Inverloch Farmers Market The Glade, Inverloch 3rd Sunday of month 8am-1pm Contact 5664 0096

Chris & Kate Fudge, Coffee, Relish, Spices and Dukkah Gluten Free Products

Tambo Gourmet Foods P O Box 21 Swan Reach 3909 Ph: (03) 5156 4274 Email: tambogourmetfoods@gmail.com www.tambogourmetfoods.com

June 2012

Local muesli and cookie makers

Gippsland Market News

ood etung F M e h t at See us ine Festival &W www.eastgippslandeats.com.au

East Gippsland Eats was borne out of a lifelong passion for food shared by two sisters, Lucy Carson and Jane McKay. Sixth generation Gippslanders, they were born and raised in Melbourne but chose to return to their ancestral home to raise their families.

Lucy is an Interior Designer who escaped the rat-race of Sydney to focus on Pilates and fitness instruction (she now runs Metung Fitness), while Jane has worked in marketing for many years; coming from Melbourne a few years ago she currently works part time as well as freelance marketing.

Lucy’s background in fitness lead to a natural interest in nutrition and when she found that many of her clients neglected to eat breakfast Lucy came up with the healthiest solution she could find: she started to give her clients her own “brand” of muesli, a blend

that she had perfected over many years. While at the same time Jane was asked to make biscuits for the guests at one of Metung’s premier resorts.

While these two opportunities presented themselves separately, with the serendipitous timing Lucy and Jane saw an opportunity to create a food business, something they had both always dreamed of, and East Gippsland Eats was born!

Seeing the local Farmers’ markets as a great place to start, Lucy and Jane set to work in Jane’s commercial-grade kitchen in Bruthen: Jane as chief cookie-creator and Lucy as master muesli-maker.

The sisters debuted their home made muesli and biscuits at the Metung Market in October and have become regulars at the markets around the area.

Next time you’re at a market in the East Gippsland area, make sure you stop by.

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Mask Sculpture workshops for kids Wednesday, June 27 - $35 Wednesday, July 4 - $45 Plenty is happening at the Cobb & Co. Markets in Raymond Street Sale.

These workshops, costing $35 for June’s Faeries and $45 for July’s Masks are a perfect creative expression for your kids to enjoy.

Standing Sculpture Workshop At “Cobb & Co Stables”, 199 Raymond Street, Sale

Come along and make your own beautiful outdoor fabric sculpture with Rhonda Hunt from “Faeries with Attitude”.

Rhonda is a Certified Instructor with Powertex, as well as the Victorian Distributor and Instructor Trainer.

Sculptures are made using Powertex, a water-based, non-toxic, fabric hardener, that has the AP ACMI award.

You are able to choose from a fisherman, faerie, culturally based figures, or elegant lady. A wide selection of colours and fabric are available for the sculpture, as well as a choice of bases, such as rocks, treated pine or natural timber.

The new African sculpted heads will also be available for use.

Sunday 17th June, 9.30am – 4.00pm All materials are supplied for the workshop, just bring your creativity. You will need to wear old clothing or bring a protective apron and it is best not to wear jewellery. Tea and coffee available. BYO lunch or purchase at nearby venues.

Cost for the workshop is $160

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HUGE INDOOR GARAGE SALEHeld Monthly, next one Sat 23/6. 4th Saturday of the month indoors Cobb & Co Stables, Sale.

Idea is bring your garage sale to the Cobb & Co Building, pay $20.00 for your 3m by 3m site... fill it to the brim with your stuff. 0408057772

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Gluten Free Health Products

Gluten Free Batter brings joy back to Fish & Chip feasts www.crispybatter.com.au

About 12 years ago, Guy Plateau, from Lakes Entrance was looking for a new product he could create. His reasons being, competition in the fast food industry was cut-throat and he was looking for something different to focus his attention on.

First Guy tried playing around ing at the time, only a few hundred with different combinations of flours, Australia wide. when preparing his batter mixes in Since then, production has inL’Ocean Fish & Chips, Lakes En- creased one hundred fold and Coetrance. liac sufferers Australia wide now Without any great successes, he purchase and insist on Guy’s original then happened to be discussing it Health Wise Batter Mix. with his doctor.

About one year ago, Guy sold his His doctor’s suggestions led him business to Bill Boros.

Bill has been eager to continue to start experimenting with different Guy’s commitment to providing a versions of a gluten free mixture.

At the time, there was not much healthy alternative to traditional batinterest in gluten allergies or their re- ter mixes sold by take away food outactions with different people. Gluten lets.

Bill has not only continued the free dietry requirements were not as project, but increased distribution popular or well known.

After a few samples had been cre- throughout the country considerably.

When you now order your fish ated, Guy sent them off for testing and chips, if you see the Health Wise with the Coeliac Society.

Upon receipt of Guy’s samples logo, make sure you request a “gluthey taste tested them and were ten free batter please.”

Full details on Health Wise Batter pleasantly surprised.

Their first orders were for sending Mix can be found at www.crispybatour samples to their clients, number- ter.com.au.

Bill Boros - Manager Crispy Batter Tel: 0429 336 080

Somerville’s Wholesaler takes on Crispy Batter Somerville’s Wholesale Foods, situated in Sale, Victoria, have been in the food business since 1943.

Formerly known as the ranging from dry foods, Hawthorn Dairy, they used to chilled, frozen, meat, seafood, bottle and deliver fresh milk milk, juice, packaging and using a horse and cart. ice products. All products are In 2007, Somerville’s available to food retailers.

Owners Andrew and Karen moved to their present location Somerville are pleased to be in 12 Invictus Court, Sale, to associated with Crispy Batter, expand both the business and supplying food outlets in Melthe product range. bourne and Gippsland with a Now they wholesale over 1500 different product lines, healthy alternative.

Wheat Free Gluten Free Yeast Free No Salt or Sugar No Dairy products or Artificial Colors & Flavors

Enquiries for Crispy Batter sales@somervilles.net.au www.somervilles.net.au

Tel: 03 5144 2585