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Capacity to scale up to 64 beds and 30 intensive care beds

Keep up with those health checks

LATROBE Regional Hospital is gearing up manage Gippsland’s COVID-19 patients, with modelling suggesting there could be demand for 50 inpatient beds and 15 intensive care unit beds at the peak of this wave.

LRH chief executive Don McRae said there would initially be nine inpatient beds and two intensive care unit beds — with the capacity to scale up to 64 inpatient beds and 30 ICU beds.

He said there would be a ventilator available for each ICU bed.

LRH is the designated ‘streaming’ hospital for Gippsland, taking in COVID-19 patients, including those from Sale, Bairnsdale and further east.

Mr McRae said if there was spare capacity, the hospital may also be expected to help out with any overflow from the metropolitan area, given the challenges already being faced by Melbourne hospitals.

A birthing room has also been created for COVID-positive women who need to have their baby delivered “in an emergency”.

But LRH is not a streaming hospital for birthing women who are COVID-19 positive — they will continue to be supported by Monash Health.

Women who do not have COVID-19 will still be able to have their baby at LRH. Mr McRae said the planning to make LRH a streaming hospital had been underway for the past month, and would “build upon the processes that were established in 2020-21”.

“Planning, however, has shifted towards better managing the Delta variant, which is airborne” he said.

“While our systems were robust to handle last year’s variant, Delta is much more infectious and Continued page 3

Sale cancer survivor Angela Jones is imploring people to keep up with their health checks and not put them off during the pandemic, and to get vaccinated if they can to protect vulnerable people.

Full story, page 8.

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The past 150 years has seen many hardships, but through it all, Sale City Band has been there, playing loud and proud, serving the Sale community.

Red Necked Stints weigh in at just 30 grams and fly more than 10,000km on their southern migration to feed in areas like Corner Inlet.

150-year celebrations postponed

CELEBRATIONS planned for the 150th anniversary of Sale City Band have been postponed.

Throughout the ins and outs of restrictions and lockdowns this year, the band has continued rehearsals where it could, and has been planning for a celebratory concert, to be performed in late

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Globetrotting waders return to Corner Inlet

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The band will also be back out in the community performing in open spaces beginning this Saturday at the clocktower in Sale.

Local residents should keep their eyes peeled and toes tapping.

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WITH humans travelling less right now, it’s good to know that the international flight schedules of migratory shorebirds, known as waders, are still right on time.

Saturday was World Migratory Wader Day, and West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority used the opportunity to pay tribute to the globetrotting waders of Corner Inlet and all who care for them.

Each spring, these internationally recognised wetlands become a popular destination for birds flying in from the Northern Hemisphere.

Known as waders, the shorebirds feed along the mudflats and sandy shores for six months until they take flight to cross the globe again.

The distances these birds travel are enormous, yet many of these birds are tiny.

Corner Inlet regularly supports an estimated 29,000 waders (migratory and non-migratory).

This represents more than 21.5 per cent of the total known Victorian wader population.

Of the migratory types, the authority’s water project officer, Tanya Cowell, says the Red Necked Stint is one of her “personal favourites”.

Weighing in at less than 30 grams – the stints spend the northern summer nesting in the Siberian tundra before taking off on their more than 10,000 kilometre migration south, stopping to refuel on the muddy shores of the Yellow Sea. Some stints choose to stop in northern Australia,

while Victoria’s intrepid travellers continue across the continent to Corner Inlet.

At the other end of the size scale, the Eastern Curlew is Australia’s largest wader, and also relies on the protected shores of Corner Inlet.

Their long, curved bills are perfect for probing mudflats for small crabs and molluscs.

Listed as ‘vulnerable’ in Victoria, Eastern Curlews are listed as critically endangered at a federal level.

Migratory birds are protected across their ‘flyways’ through a range of agreements including the East Asian-Australasian Flyway Partnership.

The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance is another protection measure.

Signed in 1971, in the small Iranian town of Ramsar, the agreement between nations aims to conserve important wetlands across the world.

Each Ramsar-listed wetland has a coordinator that works with partners and community to help protect it.

West Gippsland Catch Management Authority is the site coordinator for Corner Inlet.

The inlet’s lands and waters have significant cultural value to the Traditional Land Owners, the Gunaikurnai and Bunurong people.

It is estimated the inlet supports 50 per cent of Victoria’s overwintering migratory waders.

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Business owners concerned they are having to police mandates:

Worker first dose deadline Friday Vaccinated economy trials, including in Gippsland

Wellingt gton t Shire councillor Scott ttt Rossett tti, t who also owns Gippsland Funeral Serv rvices, v says the impact of the employm yment m mandate on employers is “significant”.

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“Over these 18 months, our community has shown amazing support for local businesses, coming together, supporting fundraising efforts and shopping locally in ways they haven’t before.

“The generosity I’ve seen has been inspiring.

“We don’t want to lose that community spirit to the potential division that can arise through mandates and passports.

“A great way to support local businesses now is to start lay-buying and ordering now for Christmas, to make sure local stores can get what you need in time.”

But the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomed the move to mandate vaccination for authorised workers, saying a recent Victorian Chamber survey found an overwhelming 84 per cent of its members wanted the state government to make Public Health Orders requiring vaccination, to alleviate pressure on individual businesses to determine vaccine requirements.

The chamber’s chief executive, Paul Guerra, said he had been in discussions with the state government for months about the crucial need for it to use Public Health Orders to mandate vaccination across authorised industries to help business open, just as they have been used to keep businesses shut.

“This is a fantastic announcement that provides businesses with the certainty, guidance and protections they have been calling for, and the Victorian

chamber is pleased to see this leadership from the state government,” Mr Guerra said.

“Questions now remain around how employers will check vaccination status; if they are permitted to record and disclose vaccination status of employees; what is defined as a reasonable exemption; and how an employer should deal with exemptions.”

Friday’s deadline will not apply to workers who already have existing requirements under Chief Health Officer directions – groups like construction, freight, healthcare, aged care and education still have to comply with previous advice.

In mandating the vaccine for authorised workers, the state government said authorised workers were responsible for the most movement across the state.

Premier Daniel Andrews said as the state moved through the ‘roadmap’, there would be more and more pressure on the health system, and it was critical to ensure it wasn’t overwhelmed.

“All of our health workers are working their guts out to be there for us and they need us all to do our bit and get vaccinated, so we can continue on our pathway to opening.”

To book a vaccination through state-run centres – or to see links for how to book at your local GP or pharmacy – visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/vaccine The full authorised worker list is available at www.corona virus.vic.gov.au/

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“They go over a patient’s bed and have a fan-filter exhaust unit, creating a mini negative pressure room over the patient,” Mr McRae explained.

“These are being used in metro hospitals and are able to draw out 99.1 per cent of aerosols.”

At the time of print, there were 239 active COVID-19 cases in Gippsland — 121 in Latrobe, 101 in Baw Baw, 10 in South Gippsland, three in Bass Coast, three in Wellington Shire, and one in East Gippsland.

There were eight tier one exposure sites in Latrobe, and seven in Baw Baw and no public exposure sites in the other local government areas.

There were 1612 news cases announced in Victoria yesterday morning, bringing the total active cases to 19,012 statewide.

There were eight deaths from COVID-19 recorded

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Latrobe Regional Hospital to become our COVID hospital From page 1 able to be transmitted more freely.

As a result, changes have been made to the layout of the LRH’s emergency department to enable COVID patients to be more efficiently separated from non-COVID patients.

In addition, a marquee has been set up near the main emergency department entrance specifically for COVID patients to be triaged before they enter the hospital.

Mr McRae said COVID patients receiving medical care in the hospital’s inpatient units would be “sealed off” in a negative pressure zone to reduce the risk of the virus escaping.

“Portable HEPA Filters are being introduced to clean the air in some areas of the hospital,” he added.

The hospital has also bought Medihoods, which

On Sunday the state government announced more steps towards opening up the economy, with up to 10,000 racing fans at Flemington for the Melbourne Cup in three weeks and a concert at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Saturday, October 30.

The events will be part of vaccinated economy trials.

Fifteen venues and events in six local government areas will also operate with higher capacity and density limits as part of the trials, including Gippsland venues.

They are the North Pier Hotel in Cowes, the Churchill Island Café which is also on Phillip Island, the East Gippsland Art Gallery in Bairnsdale, Lakes Squash and Movie Theatre at Lakes Entrance and Wilson Property at Traralgon.

The government says the trials will allow real-world testing of the vaccine certification technology, confirm the best processes for establishing vaccination status, as well as fine-tuning training for staff and support for business owners and public communication of vaccine requirements.

People attending a vaccinated economy trial business or event will be asked to show they are fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 digital certificate displayed through the Service Victoria app, Medicare app, or equivalent smartphone wallet, or present a printed version of their certificate or immunisation history statement, or provide evidence of a valid exemption.

The regional trials during the next two weeks will guide the second phase of trials for 80 per cent double-dose settings.

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WITH the deadline for authorised workers to be first dose COVID-19 vaccinated this Friday, there is trepidation in the local business community as to what it will all mean for employers and employees.

The Victorian government says all workers across Victoria whose occupation is listed on the authorised worker list must have their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by this Friday, in order to continue working on site — and they will need to be fully vaccinated by November 26.

The list of authorised workers is extensive, covering a wide range of jobs including volunteer and paid emergency workers, MPs, journalists and media services, judges and magistrates, and many more.

But business owners say it’s not so simple, and the mandate will present difficulties for employers having to police it.

Wellington Shire councillor Scott Rossetti, who also owns Gippsland Funeral Services, said the impact of the employment mandate on employers hadn’t been spoken about, but was “significant”.

“There are typically substantial resources put into recruiting and training new employees that are lost,” he said.

“This whack to employers cannot come at a worse time for many who are trying to survive, and this impost is another that they have no control over.

“So many business owners are having to deal with this and are losing good employees — they are the innocent party in this.

“This policy will likely also polarise those who have chosen not to be jabbed, rather than encouraging them to be jabbed.

“Those that I have spoken with are even more likely to not partake.

“I am not sure how this mandate will go, but expect there will be a lot more pain all round and likely not much improvement in getting the antivaxxers on board.”

Sale Business and Tourism Association president Julian McIvor praised the local business response to the pandemic, describing the way local businesses had navigated the past 18 months as “incredible”.

“There is not a business owner in Sale who is not eager to open up and begin trading at full capacity again,” he said.

“They have been creative, diversified and adapted to keep up with the mandates and create COVIDsafe spaces while trying to stay afloat.

“However, there is a feeling of uncertainty around vaccine mandates and passports.

“The reality for business owners is that this will mean not only losing staff, but turning away customers when they are desperate to rebuild, coming into what should be the busiest time of the year,” he said.

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Review should not force early timber closure Philip Hopkins

VICTORIA’S peak forest body has demanded a major review of the state’s regional forest agreements does not prematurely close the native forest industry.

Further, the Victorian Forest Products Association maintains that the state government’s plan to close the industry by 2030 does not support the National Forest Policy Statement, nor the intent of the Victorian Regional Forest Agreements.

These were some of the key points made by the association in its response to the review, which is investigating the effect of the 2019-20 bushfires on the RFAs. A three-person panel will prepare a report, scheduled to be available before the end of the year.

The VFPA is the successor body to the Victorian Association of Forest Industries (VAFI).

The VFPA’s chief executive, Deb Kerr, said the RFAs had stood the test of time in balancing the environmental, social, economic, Indigenous and cultural values of forests.

“The panel must continue to maintain this balance through a principled approach,” she said.

Ms Kerr said numerous research reports and bushfire inquiries had shown the need to actively manage forest and incorporate Indigenous knowledge to manage future bushfires.

“The scientific consensus is that ongoing native timber harvesting, active management of the forest estate through thinning and other operations, along with controlled burning and mechanical fuel reductions of a sufficient level, is required,” she said.

“The closure of Victoria’s native forest industry as proposed by the Victorian government ignores this.

“For the review to otherwise support an earlier closure of native timber harvesting would be folly and judged for generations to come.”

Ms Kerr said active management of native forest also had a role in protecting plantations from bushfires, especially given the projected impacts of climate change.

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The Victorian Forest Products Association is demanding the major review of the state’s regional forest agreements does not result in the premature closure of the native forest industry. greater than 100 hectares burnt 65,000ha of plantations.

About 85 per cent of Victoria’s plantations, overwhelmingly radiata pine, had burnt since 2000.

“Management of fuel loads, on both private and public land, to reduce fire intensity is critical to reduce risk of damage,” she said.

Among the VFPA’s recommendations to the panel are to: •Investigate whether the comprehensive, adequate and representative (CAR) reserve system will be affected in the long term by the bushfires.

• If additional working forests are needed for the CAR, there should be a ‘swap’ of forest areas. Adding more forests to CAR is against the principle that RFAs must achieve a balance of values.

• Consider the current fuel build-up in public forests, including the time since the last fuel reduction measures occurred.

• Acknowledgement that native forestry, forest management and native timber production deliver superior carbon emissions outcomes for Victoria’s mountain ash forests compared to conservation-only uses.

• Recommend that the Victorian government assess the socio-economic impacts of decisions to transfer working forests (state and regional parks) into the conservation estate.

• The federal and Victorian governments should investigate biomass markets for biomass revenues.

Ms Kerr said the major event RFA review, the first of its kind, was included in the Victorian RFAs review after the 2019-20 bushfires.

“This begs the question of whether the provision was included as a ‘Trojan horse’ for political expediency to seek an earlier end to native timber harvesting than 2030.

“VFPA would hope that this is not the case,” she said.

In fact, the RFA review “explicitly excludes” the state government from closing the native forest industry early.

Ms Kerr said the (30-year-old) National Forest Policy Statement stipulated internationally competitive timber and forest products industries, as well as the conservation and management of native forests.

“RFAs are not simply about the conservation estate,” she said, adding they were also about social and economic outcomes.

The Victorian government’s decision to phase out native timber harvesting was “not in keeping” with the RFA, which “supports native timber harvesting and the National Forest Policy Statement”.

Ms Kerr said if there was a problem achieving the CAR reserve system, the panel should consider moving some CAR areas into multiple use forests, including for timber harvesting.

At the same time, some working forests could be moved into the conservation estate, “but only to a level that delivers the level of CAR in place before the 2019-20 bushfires”.

“This means an equivalent but not higher level of CAR,” she said.

Ms Kerr said the 1851 Victorian fires were the largest single bushfire event since European settlement, but seven major fires since 2000 had burnt five million hectares – nearly one third of the total area burnt since 1851.

These fires had a significant impact on Victoria’s conservation estate, state parks and cultural and heritage values,” she said.

“This is the crux of the problem – the views of some that forests need to be locked up and left pristine versus active management … It is clear that active forest management and timber harvesting has led to improved environmental outcomes,” she said.

“For example, over 1000 colonies (nominally up to 12,000 individual families) of Leadbeater’s Possum have been located in harvest coupes in ash forests around 20 years after harvest … Timber harvesting has supported this iconic species and its survival.”

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MORE than 1000 visitors poured through the doors of Gippsland Art Gallery Sale on the opening weekend of the Archibald Prize exhibition.

Gallery director Simon Gregg said it was an important moment for the gallery, and something he had fought for since its major refurbishment.

“It’s an opportunity to showcase the gallery at Sale and the whole region to the rest of the state,” he said.

“Its going to bring people to the gallery who may not have been here before.”

When Mr Gregg initially contacted the gallery of New South Wales with the idea of hosting the Archibald in Sale, he was told it would not be likely until 2025.

With persistence, the exhibition was brought to Gippsland earlier than expected, allowing it to become a part of the region’s economic recovery after drought, the 2019 bushfires, floods and COVID. Wellington Shire mayor Cr Garry Stephens said the arrival of the Archibald was an opportunity to showcase the region.

“It raises the profile of the whole of Gippsland, not just Wellington Shire,” he said.

“There are a lot of people who don’t really know where Gippsland is or what it has got.

“Every coffee, sandwich, glass of wine or a night’s accommodation is a benefit to small business.

“It is not only going to be just Sale, because I think people might use this as a trip to see the region — especially if they are regional.”

Project manager Melanie Caple said the exhibition was important to the region.

“Having it in this really beautiful place really cements Gippsland as a cultural destination,” she said.

“Yes, we are excited to introduce Melburnians to the gallery, but we are really excited to introduce Gippslanders to the gallery.

“It is so special to have the art up on the wall and to have everyone be able to engage with it.

Ms Caple said quite a few artists were emotional

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thinking about the fact that their paintings were actually going to be on display.

“One point of entering the prize is to obviously win, but the other is to share your art with the general public,” she said.

When visitors walk into the gallery they are greeted by the winning piece by Peter Wegner, depicting 100 year-old former Archibal Prize winner Guy Warren, who took out the prize in 1985.

“I chose to paint him because he is one of the most remarkable centenarians I have ever met,” Mr Wegner said.

“He still finds purpose in working in his studio daily, one of the traits he attributes to his longevity.”

Other eye-catching pieces include the Sea Within

by Julia Ciccarone, a self-portrait which took out the People’s Choice Award.

The artwork depicts the artist wrapped in a blanket, resting their head on a suitcase which their father brought to Australia from Italy.

The Packing Room Prize for this year was the piece from Kathrin Longhurst, depicting Kate Ceberano in a vast print that instantly catches

the eye with a strong red background.

Many residents may recognise the piece from the Archibald’s advertising, as it encapsulates its subject in a way that shows her deep concerns and worries for the future.

Visits were spread over multiple viewing periods during the weekend, to ensure COVID safe practices were adhered to.

The Archibald will provide the chance for Gippslanders to make an event out of attendance.

They can be picked up by the free Archibald bus around town at sites such as the train station and the clocktower.

Once they have finished exploring the gallery they can attend the pop-up Art Bar for a drink and local food, overlooking the Port of Sale.

Mr Gregg said if Melbournians were able to get out of lockdown before the show ended they would be able to get so many more visitors to the gallery.

“We will be able to go up to 150 people per space,” he said.

“That is when the whole town will come alive.”

The 52 portraits on display until November 21.

Joel from Blenheim Fields gave Taj from Maffra Secondary College his Head Start.

Port TAFE build is progressing well

The Port of Sale TAFE campus takes shape.

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campaigned for the new campus since being elected, adding The Nationals had committed to building it in 2017 before the state government later came on board.

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“This is a project the community has thrown its support behind for a number of years and I’m delighted to see it coming to fruition,” he said.

Mr O’Brien said the location of the new campus on the former netball courts was far more accessible than the Fulham campus, and he hoped this would boost enrolments.

Free TAFE delivery will be enhanced at the Port of Sale campus, giving students access to low-cost training.

Courses will include the popular early childhood and care course, which experienced an increase in enrolments of 360 per cent at TAFE Gippsland in the first two years of Free TAFE. The initiative has also helped boost access to training for Victorians of diverse backgrounds, with the highest increases at TAFE Gippsland among Indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse students, women and people with disabilities.

Mr Radford said Sale-based staff and students had also benefited from an expansion and refurbishment of TAFE’s centrally-located Flexible Learning Centre campus, along with the retention of the Gtec campus, which delivers VCE and VCAL studies.

The Port of Sale TAFE Gippsland campus, at its Punt Lane and York St location, is funded by the state government. Construction began in late 2020.

The facility was designed by GHD Woodhead Architecture and is being built by McCorkell Constructions, with support from 28 local contractors.

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THE $25 million new Port of Sale TAFE Gippsland campus continues to take shape in Sale, and is on track to open next year.

TAFE Gippsland’s chief executive officer, Grant Radford, said the campus build was progressing well.

“We are delighted to have had a large number of local Gippsland contractors working on this project right from the beginning, and they have contributed significantly to the success of the project so far,” he said.

“It will be deeply satisfying to see our new training facility open for business in 2022 and finally become a reality for our Wellington Shire community, with a few delays as we have faced the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Mr Radford said the Port of Sale campus would be “readily accessible” to students and deliver on the training needs of the local business sector, industry partners and the Wellington community.

It will feature purpose-built facilities for courses including health and social services, early childhood, carpentry, engineering and automotive and trade, accommodating new and existing students from the current Fulham campus.

Eastern Victoria MLC Jane Garrett described the new campus as a “game-changer” for local jobseekers, Gippsland businesses and industry.

“It will ensure a highly skilled pipeline of workers that will contribute to our community,” she said.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien also welcomed progress on the site, saying he had

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Saturday Sale Producers Market at showgrounds SALE Producers Market will be held this Saturday from 8am at Sale Showgrounds.

The market will return to being held under the elm trees on the Dawson St side of the showgrounds, after being inside during winter.

COVID-19 regulations and procedures will be in place.

Among the many items on offer will be handmade clothing and accessories, wooden toys and other wooden items, soap, candles and melts, photography, plants and flowers, fresh fruit and vegetables, eggs, cupcakes, bread, honey, jams, preserves and meat.

Freshly brewed coffee, egg and bacon muffins and hot doughnuts will also be available.

Goods are grown or made by sellers.

Sale Producers Market will be held this Saturday.

Awards are open to recognise those supporting family members and friends with mental health challenges GIPPSLAND residents supporting a family member or friend with mental health challenges are invited to make a nomination for the 2021 Tandem Awards for Exceptional Service to Family and Friends in Mental Health.

The annual Tandem Awards are for individuals, services or programs in mental health that practice compassion and family-inclusive practice as part of their day-to-day work.

Nominations must be submitted by 5pm on Friday, October 29, using the nomination form at tandemcarers.org.au/awards Tandem is particularly encouraging nominations from people in regional Victoria.

People should nominate those who have made an exceptional contribution in NDIS support, working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, supporting family and friends who are women, LGBTIQA+, over 65, or 25 and under, or supporting family and friends from multicultural communities.

Tandem focuses on the needs and interests of mental health carers.

It provides leadership, coordination and knowledge for organisations and individuals working to improve outcomes for Victorian people living with mental health issues.

Tandem is also committed to ensuring that the importance of the contribution, expertise, experiences and needs of family, friends and other carers is recognised.

For more information, visit tandemcarers.org.au

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People from restricted areas can visit holiday homes to clean up

New permit system ahead of the fire danger period

People from restricted areas will be allowed to travel to their second homes to undertake clean-up activities, but they must have a permit, and the tasks must relate to fire preparation activities. the statement read.

“Those travelling from metropolitan Melbourne or other areas that are under stricter COVID19 regulations than Wellington must adhere to restrictions of their main place of residence travel with them.

“This means that obtaining a travel exemption from council is not a green light to visit the area for a holiday or a weekend away.

“The purpose of travel is strictly to perform maintenance or tasks relating to the preparation

Council support for local businesses

WELLINGTON Shire has announced a new package to support local businesses during COVID. Dubbed COVID business support package 2.0, it will cost council $360,000, and will cover a range of initiatives such as waiving of fees for various permits and registrations, and supporting local tourism and trade organisations.

Council will also support businesses to continue growing and utilising technology that has grown in popularity during the pandemic.

Businesses will receive financial help to set up click and collect services on their websites and will provide the option to utilise the small business mentoring service for those who need extra support to adapt their business during and post-COVID. Council will provide mental health support for businesses that have struggled through lockdown, by engaging the services of the Victorian Emergency Ministry to provide chaplain visits, offering mental health (and other) support to businesses and their staff.

Council will also implement a new marketing campaign to drive local spending with ‘buy local and win’.

Wellington Shire Council mayor Garry Stephens said businesses had been doing it tough for some time.

“Businesses in Wellington have endured an extensive period of difficult times, with drought reducing local spend, followed by bushfires and most recently the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic,”

of a property for the fire season.”

Local councils will continue to issue Fire Prevention Notices where it is deemed necessary to place an obligation on property owners.

Residents issued with a Fire Prevention Notice are legally bound to comply, and can travel to their property to clean it up.

For more information about the travel exemption and how to apply, visit www.wellington.vic.gov.au/fire For more information about the permit scheme visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au

POLICE are investigating following the death of an eight-year-old girl after she was hit by a caravan at the Wilsons Promontory campground at the weekend.

The girl was struck by the van near the intersection of 22nd Avenue and Fifth Ave in Tidal River about 10am on Sunday.

An off duty paramedic performed CPR, but she was not able to be saved.

The driver of the vehicle towing the van is helping police assisting police with the investigation. Witnesses to the incident should phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Information sought over damage to bridge

POLICE are looking for witnesses and dash camera footage after an excavator damaged a bridge last month.

On Monday, September 13, about noon, an excavator on the back of a flat bed trailer being towed by a truck struck the railway bridge overpass on the Princes Highway near Stratford. The bridge now needs repairs.

People with information should phone Senior Constable Boothman at the Sale police station on 5142 2200, or report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Cr Stephens said.

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“Our business support package implemented last year was well received by local business, so this year we consulted our Business Boost Reference Group, whose members are business operators, about how we could support them for the second consecutive year.”

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A NEW permit system will allow people from metropolitan Melbourne or any other restricted regions to undertake fire preparedness activities at a second property in regional Victoria.

But Wellington Shire council warns the travel exemptions, if granted, will not be a “green light” to visit the area for a holiday or weekend away.

From yesterday, regional property owners from metropolitan Melbourne or any other restricted regions can apply to the relevant council where their second property is for written formal approval to undertake fire preparedness of their properties.

Property owners will need to provide information about location, type of work to be undertaken and date of travel.

Permits can be issued by local councils, and will be effective from October 11.

For residents travelling from metropolitan Melbourne or any other restricted regions, the Chief Health Officer directions that apply to their primary residence will travel with them.

Regional property owners are being encouraged to use local contractors or neighbours to determine if preparedness work is required, ahead of making travel plans to undertake the work.

Local contractors should also be used to undertake preparedness work, wherever possible.

In a statement, Wellington Shire Council said applications would be assessed against guidelines set by the Chief Health Officer and state government.

If successful, a letter of exemption will be issued.

“This process may take up to five business days,”

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Cancer survivor urges people to keep up with health checks Julianne Langshaw

A LOCAL cancer survivor is imploring people not to delay health tests and screening because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sale resident Angela Jones, who has fought two battles with breast cancer, is highlighting the importance of keeping up with regular health checks.

“I don’t want anyone else to go through what I went through and am still going through,” she said.

After finding a lump in 2013, Angela was diagnosed with breast cancer and for the next 12 months she underwent a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation.

She had no family history of breast cancer.

Once gruelling treatment was over, all was looking well, checks were coming up clear, and she was getting on with life.

Then in 2019, just as she and husband Stuart were thinking it was all behind them, there came the shock news the cancer had returned — in the same breast, in exactly the same place — which her doctor said was quite rare.

This time the treatment was much more aggressive, with chemotherapy, a bilateral mastectomy with DIEP reconstructive surgery and then more chemotherapy.

All in all, over her two diagnoses, there were a punishing 40 rounds of chemotherapy and 30

“It’s about all those other things as well — bowel cancer testing kits, prostate cancer checks, blood pressure, cholesterol tests and so on.

Be aware of your own body — know what’s normal for you and what’s a bit off.”

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This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Sale resident Angela Jones has been through a torrid time following two battles with breast cancer and punishing treatment.

She doesn’t want others to have to endure what she has had to go through.

rounds of radiation.

Both times, as her locks began to fall out, she took back some control, shaving her own head before chemo took her hair.

“Your scalp can become quite painful with chemo — if you don’t shave it when you have the opportunity you can be left with clumps of hair too sore to manage.

“And your scalp just becomes too sore and tender to shave, because your hair follicles are literally dying,” she said.

“You have no idea what’s going on, and how it impacts your family, friends — everybody.

“You’re fighting for your life.”

The difficulties of cancer treatment the second time were compounded by having to go through it alone, because family could not be with her during treatments because of the global COVID pandemic.

That was bad enough, but she saw small children undergoing treatment under the same

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circumstances, and they had no understanding of what was going on.

Seeing this broke her heart and it reiterated to her that there was always someone doing it harder than her.

Because of her cancer experience, Angela has numerous women approach her to talk.

One woman she knows who has just gone through her first few rounds of chemotherapy has been distressed at how sick she has been.

“Why didn’t you tell me how hard this was going to be?” she asked Angela.

For Angela, it is difficult to know how much information to give them, because it is such a frightening time already for those newly-diagnosed and everyone’s experience is different.

But she said the effects of chemo are cumulative, and became more difficult each time.

“You are just feeling a bit better, then you have the next round, feel worse at the end of that and then you’re going into another round feeling even sicker.”

Many people assume once the treatment is over, that’s it.

“The effects of chemo don’t just stop when you finish chemo — it takes years,” Angela said.

“The effects chemo has on one’s body differs with everyone, but nevertheless the effects are there.”

Because chemotherapy can interfere with healing, her reconstructive surgery, which involved using tissue from her abdomen, was slow to heal, resulting in months of pain and problems.

But despite enduring seven surgeries in 13 months, and all the treatments and side-effects, Angela feels there are others who have been dealt a worse hand than her.

“People deal with a whole lot of worse stuff than this,” she said.

“I don’t want to scare people — I just want them to keep up with their screenings.”

Angela said prevention was far better than cure, which was why people needed to keep tabs on their own health.

And she said it was not just about breast cancer.

“It’s about all those other things as well — bowel

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“Be aware of your own body — know what’s normal for you and what’s a bit off.

“If you’re worried, go and see your doctor.

“Just take some time to look after you.”

Angela also wants people to consider getting vaccinated against COVID-19, to help protect people like herself, who are more vulnerable to the disease.

“If you can get vaccinated, please do,” she urged.

“You’ll be helping to protect vulnerable family members and friends.”

Angela is well known in the area.

She was a community relations adviser with ExxonMobil.

Now retired but as busy as ever, she volunteers in various capacities with local organisations including Blossoms — a support group for younger women dealing with breast cancer — as well as the Footprints Foundation, which provides practical help for women who have received a breast cancer diagnosis and their families.

Angela is again getting on with life and is currently in remission, and because of her experience, wants to urge others to make their health a priority.

“If one person reads this and says ‘thanks for the reminder — I’ll go and get that breast screen’, or gets that bowel cancer screening test out of the cupboard, it’s worth it,” she said.

Last year, a survey of more than 700 people showed many Australians had delayed or avoided healthcare appointments and tests, prompting health professionals to urge people to keep up with health checks and not ignore symptoms.

The survey was conducted by the Continuity of Care Collaboration, a national group of healthcare organisations formed to address access to healthcare for chronic conditions and new symptoms during the COVID-19 outbreak.

It showed 32 per cent of respondents had delayed or avoided a visit to a general practitioner in the previous three months, and 21 per cent had missed or put off a pathology test, potentially putting their health at risk.

Letters to the editor The regions should be ‘unshackled’ from city From Peter Walsh, leader of The Nationals: VICTORIANS are looking for an iron-clad guarantee we’re on the road to reopen, rebuild and recover.

Mixed messages and the Premier’s condescending lack of trust in Victorians has left us without hope that Labor’s roadmap will deliver us the freedoms it promises.

As double-dose vaccination rates reach 60 per cent in regional Victoria, we deserve to know 18 months of sacrifice won’t be for nothing.

The Nationals’ alternative roadmap delivers certainty and a positive way forward.

Under Labor’s roadmap, when regional LGAs do hit higher vaccination thresholds, we’ll still wait weeks to reopen due to lower rates in Melbourne.

The Nationals’ alternative roadmap calls for regional Victoria to be unshackled from Melbourne, to allow us to move to the next phase as soon as we reach key milestones.

Commonsense changes, like rolling out rapid testing, will build confidence that we’re doing everything we can to keep protecting our health when we do reopen.

For regional hospitality, it should include an immediate return to density limits of one person per four square metres, not patron caps, for LGAs that aren’t in lockdown.

Our schools and childcare in regional areas that aren’t in lockdown should be able to fully reopen – immediately.

And at the 70 per cent milestone, all country community sport should return for fully vaccinated Victorians, with an adequate number of players for competition.

What regional Victoria needs is a plan for recovery, not a fake lifting of restrictions that stops us building a post-COVID future.

Carbon emissions reductions and trees From Ray Veal, Stratford: I DO not deny that climate change is happening, but I do wonder at the way we are going about minimising it.

The climate change activists, in my opinion, seem to have blinkers on and cannot focus on a full picture of the problem, or how to tackle the problem.

Wood, timber, is about 97 per cent carbon.

www.gippslandtimes.com.au Trees grow by taking carbon dioxide in through their leaves, storing the carbon, and releasing oxygen into the atmosphere for us, and all other living creatures, to breathe.

Trees are most productive at doing this in their mid-life span.

By reducing carbon dioxide emissions, we are in point of actual fact slowly starving the trees to death.

The logical follow on from this is that we will be starving ourselves of oxygen eventually.

An aside to this is the desire to preserve old growth forests.

While it is an honourable and nostalgic idea, more often than not they will succumb to termite infestation and eventually fall, but more importantly, at that stage of their life, they produce very little oxygen to sustain other life.

As humans we have adopted the “throw away” mentality very well.

We waste so much.

In the 1980s and 90s there were many bluegum plantations established.

They could have absorbed a lot of carbon dioxide and supported the hardwood timber industry.

They did not amount to very much for a few reasons, such as little attention to nurturing them and the prolonged drought of the time.

So we basically walked away from them in a lot of cases.

At the other end of the spectrum, we send all the sewage to Dutson, spend money treating it several times to get it to a safe level, then just pump the majority of it out to sea near Golden Beach.

Draft boating strategy ‘city-centric’ From Tim Bull, Gippsland East MLA: MANY will be unaware the state government has launched a Draft Victorian Recreational Boating Strategy, which was open for community feedback until September 20.

This document requires significant local feedback from east Gippslanders, so while this date has passed, it is important people have their say.

If I am to paraphrase my concerns, the strategy, which prioritises future government investment in the boating sector, does not adequately reflect its importance to our region.

It is city-centric.

The perfect example is that the inequity around government funding of boat ramp maintenance isn’t addressed.

The background is many metro councils charged boat ramp and car park fees for – by their own admission – maintenance of the launching facilities.

The state government, in an effort to shore up its voters in the marginal bayside seats, announced it would fund the councils to remove the fees.

They made it free for boaters by subsidising the councils for the fees they charged.

Here’s the problem.

Councils like Hobsons Bay and Frankston now receive hundreds of thousands of dollars to pay for the maintenance of their boat ramps — they have two each.

East Gippsland Shire Council, with 24 ramps, and Wellington, with 18, receive diddly-squat.

Fair?

The smaller rural councils with a lesser rate base and more facilities receive nothing, while the wealthier inner-city councils with the large rate bases and fewer facilities get major support.

The stupidity of this is that the decision on who received what in maintenance funding, was made on which councils previously charged fees – how ridiculous.

East Gippsland and Wellington Shire councils, which funded maintenance costs at their 42 ramps to try and keep their regions visitorfriendly, get punished.

Here is another example.

One of the key points of the document states that the Port Phillip and Western Port catchment, where the largest concentration of boaters lives, should be given significant priority.

At a time when congestion is causing massive issues in these locations and government is promoting decentralisation, surely, we should be priority funding first class facilities at alternative locations, like the Gippsland Lakes.

A big part of the answer to city ramp congestion is to provide facilities at country locations not currently hemmed in by development.

If we upgrade boating facilities at locations out of Melbourne and make it an enjoyable experience, more people will come and make a weekend of it.

This takes the pressure off the metro facilities and boosts regional economies.

On congestion around Port Phillip and Western Port, the document, which is full of over-arching fluffy statements, simply says government will expand facilities where possible and consider other opportunities.

There’s no detail.

The major issue here is car parking — there is not enough.

Unless you are going to bulldoze homes, or

build a multi-storey car park, the reality is you are not going to make much difference at most locations.

To be fair, the document does suggest some Gippsland Lakes investment, but not nearly enough.

It should be the major focus, along with other rural areas.

I could go on with more city centric focus examples, and although space prevents me, you get the picture.

Pleasingly, I believe East Gippsland Shire has seen it is being short-changed and is taking up the opportunity to highlight this.

The Municipal Association of Victoria, which represents all Victorian councils, also has major issues with the document.

I encourage all who have an interest in boating to make a submission.

Read the document for yourself and make up your own mind.

It is easily found by googling ‘Victorian Recreational Boating Strategy.

At a time when we are coming out of drought, fire and COVID, we deserve at least our fair share of government funds (probably more than our fair share), but this document short changes us.

It’s another case of Dan thinking the state stops at Pakenham.

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A host of St Paul’s Cathedral, Sale, festival events to coincide with Archibald Prize A FESTIVAL will be held at St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral, Sale, to coincide with the Archibald Prize.

Art exhibition THE Faces of the Cathedral Festival will include events, workshops and an art exhibition by local artists.

It officially opened on Sunday.

The exhibition is open when the cathedral is open — on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm, as well as services on Sundays from 8am and 10am, and Wednesdays from 10am.

Living Stones Display A ‘LIVING Stones Display’ will exhibit photographs and stories of people associated with St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral.

The Living Stones Display will be open for viewing when the cathedral is open — on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm, as well as services on Sundays from 8am and 10am, and Wednesdays from 10am.

Stained glass windows tour ‘PORTRAITS in Stained Glass’ will involve 20-minute guided tours covering the stories, colours and shapes portrayed in the cathedral’s stained glass windows.

Gallery guide, musician and textile artist with a passion for the arts, Rita Weir, will lead the tours on Wednesdays, October 13, October 27 and November 10, from 11.30am to noon.

Create an abstract painting TWO personal colour portrait workshops will help people discover their personal colour palette and create an abstract painting.

Julie Mielke, a practising artist who has taught adult art classes in Sale and after-school children’s art classes, will lead the workshops.

Upper primary, secondary students and adults are welcome, and all materials will be supplied.

The workshops will take place in Delbridge Hall on Wednesday, October 13, and Wednesday, November 17, from 4pm until 5.30pm.

To register, phone Julie on 0429 497 496, or email pmielke1@bigpond.com

Picasso portraits workshops TWO Picasso portraits workshops will allow participants to explore portraiture in the cubist style, inspired by famous artist Pablo Picasso.

This fun workshop, led by Jenny Batten, will delve into shape, colour and the abstract to create a portrait.

A retired arts and performance teacher, Ms Batten is also a singer, community choir leader, arts therapist, spiritual director and an accredited InterPlay facilitator.

She enjoys exploring colour, shape and pattern in designing and making mandalas.

Children aged five and over and adults are encouraged to go along to Delbridge Hall and be inspired on Wednesday, October 27, and Thursday, November 4, from 4pm until 5.30pm.

To register, phone Jenny Batten on 0438 213 382 or email batjen54@gmail.com Praying it Forward seminar A ‘PRAYING it Forward: Emerging Hope and Our Role as Ancestors of the Future’ seminar by spiritual director Dr Cath Connelly about committing to “act for the sake of life on Earth” will be held over Zoom.

The Zoom session will be held this Sunday, October 17, from 2pm until 4pm.

To register, phone Susanna on 0418 637 469 or

Art and masks session AN InterPlay with art and masks session will allow people to unwind and play, respond to portraits in an exhibition, decorate some masks, tell some stories, move and relax.

No experience is necessary for the sessions, which will be held on Saturday, October 30, and Tuesday, November 9, from 2pm until 4pm at Delbridge Hall.

Experienced InterPlay leaders, dancers and musicians, Dean of St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral Susanna Pain, and Jenny and Peter Batten will facilitate the sessions.

To register, phone Susanna Pain on 0418 637 469, or email susannapain63@gmail.com, Mr Batten on 0419 255 585 or email mission.ucagipps@gmail.com ‘Portraits In Stained Glass’ will involve 20-minute guided tours covering the stories, colour and shape portrayed in St Paul’s Cathedral’s stained glass windows. email susannapain63@gmail.com Photography workshop A CONTEMPLATIVE photography workshop will teach ‘mindful photography’ — a ‘spiritual practice’

Portraits of self sessions ‘QUIET Afternoon With Art – Portraits of Self’ sessions with Susanna Pain and Jenny Batten will look, listen, reflect, respond and share the self behind the portrait.

The sessions will be on Tuesday, October 19 and Thursday, November 11, from 2pm until 4pm at Delbridge Hall.

To register, phone Susanna Pain on 0418 637 469 or susannapain63@gmail.com

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that promotes deep observation and allows the photographer to be present in each moment.

Creative arts therapist, the Reverend Peter Batten, who has a photography and performing arts background, will facilitate the session on Sunday, October 31, from 1pm until 4pm.

No photographic experience is necessary to participate, but participates should take a camera (whether that’s a phone, a point-and-shoot or a top end Nikon), accompanying camera accessories (such as different lenses or a tripod), a note book and a pen.

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A COLLECTION of portraits by some of Wellington Shire’s budding young artists is now on display in the Young Archie 2021 exhibition at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale.

The much-anticipated Archibald Prize opens today, and the public can also view the 50 Young Archie competition finalists on level two of the gallery.

Winners across age group categories will be announced at a later date, and voting is also now open in the Crowd Favourite competition.

The Young Archie is comprised of portraits by young artists aged between five and 25 who live, work or study in Wellington Shire, or who have studied in Wellington Shire in the past four years.

Young artists submitted portraits of people who are known to them and who play an important part in their lives.

Entry to the Young Archie exhibition is free.

To cast a vote for the Crowd Favourite, visit archibaldgipps land.com.au/about/ young-archie

The exhibition will be on display until November 21.

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Middle years return to school this week The Laskowski family. From left, Rory, aged 15, Mackenzie, 11, dad Jason, mum Kate, Lexi, 15, and Miranda, 11.

aren’t being left behind ... it’s really hard,” she said.

“Especially for teachers to try and engage students in class, when sometimes I struggle to keep them in the house,” she laughed.

“We’re not a big technology family either, so we get the schoolwork done as soon as we can, and then we’re outside.

“We’re lucky enough to be on 100 acres, we’ve got animals, we’ve got bushwalking tracks all around us, we’ve got motorbikes — there’s plenty for them to do otherwise.

Invitation to take a journey through Sale’s history SALE Historical Society will hold special openings at its museums to coincide with the Archibald Prize Exhibition at Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale.

Sale Museum displays THE Foster St museum will feature a special display on the Leslie family and another on early pioneer portraits by photographer Alfred Bock and others.

The museum has a number of Alfred Bock portraits of local citizens from his time in Sale from 1867 to 1882, as well as others from the same era.

The Leslie family ran large local department stores, and the exhibition has a focus on John Widdis Leslie OBE (1919-2017), who was a community leader and philanthropist.

The museum is currently opening 1.30pm to 4pm Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Sale Water Tower openings IN addition, Sale Water Tower in Victoria Park, which celebrates the history and pioneers of Sale’s water supply, has reopened.

It will open Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm and Sundays 10am to midday for the next

The second part of the Leslie store which was initially a furniture store (where Harvey Norman is today), about 1901. The original two storey building (where UMart is) was formerly J. Cromie Hall of Commerce, where W. D. Leslie originally worked. He took it over in 1895. two months.

Powder magazine openings THE Sale Powder Magazine, near Lake Guthridge, is a goldfield-related museum, and the only black powder magazine remaining in Gippsland.

It will open Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm to 4pm.

Signal box openings THE Railway Signal Box near Gippsland Centre Sale, is a rare

example of early railways, and feels like the signalman has just completed his shift and gone home.

It will open Saturdays from 10am to 2pm.

“We’re a bit fortunate because there’s four kids in our house, and they’re all good friends, so they’re not missing that social interaction as much as other kids might.”

As for a return to school?

“They’re very excited about the whole prospect of going back to school,” Kate said.

“I think there’s going to be a bit of apprehension for those first couple of days — ‘are we on the right days?’

“They’re cruisy kids and we’re cruisy parents, so

we’ll go with it — you can’t fight it.”

An extremely active family that loves sport, the Laskowskis were excited for the return of community sport, even in just a training capacity — but even that has its challenges.

“I think what’s been the hardest thing for us has been sports have started back in their trainingcoaching capacity, and they [the sports] are in Maffra and Sale.

“I’m working in Sale, and the kids are at the farm — which is 20 minutes on from Maffra. “... you’re relying on a lot more people, or it just doesn’t happen.

“For them to understand why they can go and train for sports with kids they don’t go to the same school with, but they can’t go to school, it’s hard.”

Getting creative during self-isolation, the family mowed a grass tennis court on the back lawn, which has allowed the six of them to play even when tennis facilities have been closed during lockdown.

“They’ve all got their individual sports they go into, and then we have a family sport [tennis] that we all play together, so the family one is easy for us to do together during lockdown,” Kate said.

“Ballet, netball — they’re singular for that one child that wants it about her, rather than about her sisters.

“They’re definitely missing the friends they’ve made in their special sports when they play competitively.”

The staggered return will continue for the next two weeks, with all students in regional Victoria to return to school by Tuesday, October 26.

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Garden tours to take place during Archies FRIENDS of Sale Botanic Gardens will provide free, pop-up guided tours of the Sale Botanic Gardens during October and November throughout the Archibald Prize exhibition at Gippsland Art Gallery in Sale.

The volunteer groups says it is the perfect opportunity to learn more about one of the community’s most treasured assets with a

friendly tour leader.

Tours will be conducted on Thursdays from 10am, from this Thursday through until November 18, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm through until November 21.

Bookings are essential, and subject to current COVID restrictions.

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Like many families this week, the Laskowski family from Boisdale will have children return to school, after home schooling for the better half of two years.

Interestingly, the Laskowski children consists of two sets of twins, with each set to return to school on different days.

Miranda and Mackenzie, aged 11, return to their Year 5 class today and tomorrow, and Rory and Lexi, aged 15, will return to Year 9 on Thursday and Friday, as part of a staggered return to the classroom across Victoria.

Mother Kate said home schooling has had its challenges, but she and her children just went with it.

“Where we live, being a bit more remote with less internet access, we can’t get onto the Google Meets as easily, but the school has been very flexible and understanding,” she said.

“It’s been a great eye-opener for the older two going into what VCE could look like, and then uni, so in that respect, it’s really prepared them for life.

“For the younger two, it’s really been more of an eye-opener for me on how they learn, and where they’re missing out.

“They’re all so different — they need different things.”

Kate said she believed more credit needed to be given to teachers.

“To be focussing on what the class needs but also what the individual student needs, trying to offer that via a computer, having those open communication lines with parents, and not putting the stress on the parents but also trying to making sure kids

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Kick starting a career in the health sector

Sale to Sea makes life a little easier DURING the past month, Sale to Sea has continued to make a difference to the lives of many local people.

Sale to Sea has continued to provide grants of up to $5000 to local people who need help in obtaining vital equipment that enhances their lives and participation in the community.

The organisation’s founder, Andrew Bedggood, said Sale to Sea’s grants program had made a real difference to people struggling to access equipment.

“Not all people are eligible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, and even if they are, it is not always possible to gain the smallest of things that can make one’s life easier,” he said.

Sale to Sea recently bought a special needs bike trailer for the O’Shea family from Stratford, so that their daughter, Indi, can participate in family cycling adventures.

“Indi, who has autism, has not been able to participate in this much-loved family activity and is now able to go out with her mum, dad and little sister for regular rides around the area,” Mr Bedggood said.

“The trailer will also enable the family to enjoy holidays away.”

Mr Bedggood said all proceeds raised from activities had gone towards the Sale to Sea Grant program, established to help people with disabilities in the Wellington and East Gippsland municipal areas.

Despite no event being run this year because of

MAFFRA Neighbourhood House’s regular groups have been able to return at an off-site facility, because of restrictions that still apply at the Maffra Hospital.

Those interested in joining a craft group, jigsaw group, Tai Chi or seniors exercise group should phone the house on 5147 1487.

The Country Women’s Association North Gippsland group is seeking expressions of interest from craft stall holders (not necessarily CWA members) to be part of the group’s exhibition to be held on Saturday, March 19, in the Skeen

the pandemic, Sale to Sea is still providing grants to people who need help, donating $22,500 to local people who can’t access assistance through other channels.

“Since 2009, the Sale to Sea’s Disability Kayak Challenge has highlighted one’s ability to overcome adversity and lead an active life,” Mr Bedggood said.

Grant application forms can be obtained by phoning Andrew Bedggood on 0407 471 53, or via email on admin@saletosea.com It is important applicants provide information regarding the type of equipment they are seeking and that this is supported by their local allied health practitioner such as their GP, occupational therapist or physiotherapist.

Funding is limited, applicants need to provide as much information as possible.

Community and sports clubs, charity organisations, schools, playgroups and kindergartens are welcome to send in images and a few words about the activities they are undertaking. This is a great way to promote your organisation — and accepted items are published free of charge.

We just need the first and surnames of people pictured from left to right (unless large groups or crowds), and images should be about 300kb or higher. Words and images can be emailed to: news@gippslandtimes.com.au

A course beginning later this month will cover a range of job-ready skills and industry specific topics for people looking at working the health industry, including in aged care, disability, individual support, leisure, admin and garden maintenance.

The Heyfield Community Resource Centre’s ‘Get Ready for Work in Health Sector — Kick Start Your Career in the Health Industry’ course will begin October 25 and continue for four days a week over five weeks.

It will be held at Workforce Plus, 222-230 York St, Sale.

Cost is $40 per student, and bookings can be made by phoning 5148 2100, or emailing coordinator@heyfield.net

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Kirtsin O’Shea and her daughter Indi, from Stratford, are delighted with a new special needs bike trailer.

The trailer was bought through the Sale to Sea grants program, which helps out local people with disabilities.

A NEW training course, to be held in Sale, will provide a pathway to entry level employment for learners with an interest in non-medical roles of the health sector.

‘Get Ready for Work in Health Sector — Kick Start Your Career in the Health Industry’ is an Australian Centre of Further Education-funded pre-accredited training course.

The health sector is one of the largest employers in Gippsland, with a 2019 industry report predicting 24 per cent growth by 2024.

Learn Locals in Gippsland is responding with the opportunity to work collaboratively with local health providers and offer a course that provides employment pathways into this growing sector.

The course will be offered in term four for four days a week (from 9.30am to 3pm) for five weeks by the Heyfield Community Resource Centre.

Key features of the course are employability skills, digital literacy, financial literacy and health industry relevance.

It covers a range of job-ready skills and industry specific topics for people looking at working in aged care, health, disability, individual support, leisure, admin and garden maintenance.

Students are provided with the opportunity to respond to current health sector position descriptions, key selection criteria, develop personalised resumés and participate in mock interviews with representatives from the health sector and skills and jobs centres, providing them with valuable interview experience and feedback.

Industry partners are a key component to the success of the course by providing students with current position descriptions, access to guest speakers and industry educators relevant to non-medical roles and policy and procedures in the health industry, and the opportunity to be interviewed by a representative from the human resources department of the local health service.

An advantage for the health industry partner is access to potential employees (no guarantee is made to learners) who have experienced contextualised and relevant learning.

Places are limited, so bookings are essential.

Kick Start Your Career in the Health Industry was an award winner at the 2020 Learn Local Awards — Creating Local Solutions category for Heyfield Community Resource Centre.

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Nominations open for Australia Day Awards

The 2021 Australia Day Award winners, COVID Hero Cathy Cook, Citizen of the Year Kate Mirams and Group of the Year representative Heather Baird from A Better Life for Foster Kids, with Wellington Shire Council Mayor Cr Garry Stephens.

IT’S time to begin thinking about a person, event or group which is making a positive difference to the community, for recognition in the 2022 Australia Day Awards.

Wellington Shire Council will this year seek the help of organisations and individuals to approach their own communities for nominations.

Groups are encouraged to consider champions within their own communities who are going the extra mile and deserve acknowledgement.

This might be someone who is too humble to seek recognition, or who does not realise they are an inspiration or help to others.

For the second year, the Event of the Year category has been suspended because of the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing the cancellation of most events.

The COVID Hero award, which was introduced

in 2021 to recognise those who stepped up to work on the frontline during the pandemic, will remain as a category for the 2022 awards.

Wellington Shire Council mayor Garry Stephens called on the many community groups and individuals across the municipality to nominate people who had been making a contribution to improve the lives of others around them.

“It’s a great opportunity to nominate the unsung champions for the amazing work they are doing in Wellington,” he said.

“There are countless people in our community working tirelessly without recognition, and many of us might not see this work going on.

“Here’s your chance to say thank you to them and acknowledge their contribution.”

Nominations are now open, and are being sought in the following four categories: Citizen of the Year: People aged 25 years or older who have made a significant contribution during the year or given outstanding service to the Wellington community over a number of years; Young Citizen of the Year: Those aged 24 years or younger who have made a significant contribution during the year or given outstanding service to the Wellington community over a number of years; Community Group of the Year: A group that has made a significant sustained contribution to the Wellington community; and COVID Hero: a person who has worked on the frontline at a time when COVID-19 has been threatening.

The Australia Day Awards cover contributions made across a range of fields, including the arts, business, charity, education, the environment, health, mentoring, philanthropy, science, social welfare, sport and more.

They recognise people who make a positive difference to the vibrancy of the municipality and improve the lives of Wellington residents.

Winners of the 2021 Australia Day Awards were Citizen of the Year Kate Mirams from Newry, COVID Hero Cathy Cook from Yarram and Community Group of the Year A Better Life for Foster Kids.

People can visit wellington.vic.gov.au/ausdayawards to nominate someone before Sunday, October 31.

The CWA Craft Shop in Sale has some unique handcrafted items which make excellent gifts.

CWA shop sales support local community groups

BECAUSE of community spending, the CWA Craft Shop has been able to support five local organisations with donations this year — Sale CFA, the Royal Flying Doctor Service, A Better Life for Foster Kids, St John Ambulance and Travellers Aid. The Sale CWA has paused its collection of bottle tops at present, as the Envision Employment Services bottle top collection program is put on hold.

Envision’s initial goal of one million caps collected and saved from landfill was smashed, and the non-profit organisation now estimates it has more than 10 million caps.

The CWA has thanked the community for its support.

Depending on COVID restrictions, the CWA Craft Shop at 67d Macarthur St, Sale, is open Fridays from 10am until 3pm.

People are welcome to pop in to shop and have a chat.

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THE Country Women’s Association Cobains branch will host a cake stall at the CWA Shop at 67d Macarthur St, Sale, this Saturday.

Organisers said the group’s fundraising had been limited by the pandemic, and encouraged people to support the group to give to those less fortunate.

The sale will be held from 9am until 1.30pm, or until sold out.

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GENTS say Amaroo on The Heart — circa 1905 — is “minutes from Sale, yet a world away from the busy life”.

On 2.25 hectares (or about 5.5 acres), the property offers a rare and idyllic lifestyle opportunity, agents add.

The historic weatherboard home is set amongst well established gardens, and has been artfully restored and updated to maintain a connection with its heritage.

With 11-foot ceilings in most of the home, open fireplaces, a combustion wood burner, original timber polished floorboards and feature windows, this home retains its charm, while providing the necessities of modern living.

There are four generously-sized bedrooms, two large living areas, a timber kitchen with a walk-in pantry, and a dining room with views of a zen garden and farmland.

The main bathroom has been recently refurbished to include a freestanding bath, fixed panel shower screen and double vanity, plus there is an additional shower-toilet room adjoining the well-appointed laundry.

The north-facing veranda has cast iron lacework and scenic rural views, the paved pergola which adjoins the dining room is ideal for outdoor entertainment and gatherings, and there is a leafy green canopy provided by the property’s large trees.

The impressive original 15.6 by 15.3 metre barn with stables was once used to hammer mill chaff, which was shipped from The Heart Landing to Melbourne via the Gippsland Lakes.

With lighting and electricity, in recent years it has been a stunning wedding venue.

The barn’s new roof funnels rainwater into three 22,000 litre concrete water tanks.

Other highlights include a heat transfer system to a combustion wood burner, double glazing to many windows, a tennis court, a large veggie garden, a chook shed, an iconic shearing shed with a stockyard, and two main paddocks suitable for running cattle — plus irrigation from channel to pastures, cattle troughs and gardens with an eight megalitre water right.

Agents say for almost 40 years, this property has been enjoyed and lovingly maintained, but the time has come for a new owner to appreciate the serenity and country living at Amaroo.

Brief details: Property: Historic four bedroom, two bathroom home brimming with period charm, on 2.25 hectares, with an original barn and tennis court.

Address: 3 Lyons Rd, Sale.

Auction: Saturday, November 6, 11am on site.

Agent: Graham Chalmer Real Estate. Phone Mark Ventrella on 0419 348 614.

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HIS well-built home, at the end of Stratford’s Pruden Court, has plenty of features rarely seen in today’s property market, agents say.

The living area has cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, and bluestone and brick feature walls.

In the living area, there is an open fireplace, wood heater and split system.

There is also plenty of natural light, with large north-facing windows.

The kitchen features timber cabinets, and has a substantial pantry, dishwasher and wall oven with separate hotplates.

There are four bedrooms, one with an ensuite consisting of a shower, vanity and built-in robes.

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Brief details: Property: Four bedroom, two bathroom home on a huge 1391 square metre block.

Address: 8 Pruden Court, Stratford.

Price: $399,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Jeremy Gray on 0488 451 550.

There is ample car space, with a double carport and a double lock-up shed.

The home is on a huge, fully-fenced block, within walking distance to schools, the main street and local parks.

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HIS updated home, in a quiet court in east Sale, has fresh floor coverings, window furnishings, paintwork and a new split system.

The home features three sizeable bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, northfacing windows and separate bath, and shower and toilet rooms.

There is ample room on this 900 square metre block for a shed.

The property is currently leased until February 2022.

Brief details: Property: Refurbished three bedroom, one bathroom home in a quiet court.

Address: 1 Vega Court, Sale.

Price: $405,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate.

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Brief details: Property: Four bedroom, two bathroom home on 26 hectares with stunning views and a tennis court.

Address: 340 Longford-Loch Sport Rd, Longford.

Price: $1,950,000.

Agents: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637 or Tim Missen on 0488 483 000.

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HIS established brick home has rural views over the surrounding countryside, including Lake Wellington and surrounding wetlands.

The well laid out farming property is set on 26 hectares (about 65 acres) across two separate titles.

The property is within 10 minutes of Sale, about 20 minutes to the 90 Mile Beach and on the edge of the Gippsland Lakes and river systems.

The family home is well built, featuring wide verandas, an open plan living area, wood heater, ceiling fans and large northfacing windows.

The timber kitchen has a breakfast bar and stone bench tops.

There is a huge master bedroom with a spacious walk-in robe and ensuite, while the other three bedrooms are substantial with built-in robes.

The generously-sized main bathroom has a shower, bath, vanity, and separate toilet, and the laundry is also large.

Across the rear of the home, the veranda has been fully enclosed to create an indoor-outdoor entertainment area with a six-person spa, and there is a large double garage with roller doors attached to the house.

The home features solar power back to the grid, separate freshwater tanks, a stock and domestic bore, and a full-sized enclosed tennis court with its own lighting.

There is also an orchard with a variety of fruit trees.

The farming component of the property is equally as impressive.

Well serviced with water, there are two large dams — one holding about 18 megalitres and the other 10ML, and they supply water to well-positioned underground lateral sprays and stock troughs.

There is a three phase electric pump from the larger dam, while one is stocked with a variety of fish.

The property is surrounded with rabbit proof fencing, and divided into about six paddocks with access tracks.

The paddocks are undulating, with areas well protected from the weather with established tree stands.

The property is well pastured with lucerne, and has a good fertiliser history.

There is also a 24 by 11.5 metre machinery shed with a 11.5 by six metre skillion area for storage and work area with four tonne hoist.

There are also well laid out sheep and separate cattle yards, with easy loading access, plus a horse paddock, stable and tack room.

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VEGNET’S Gld workforce focus

Insuring farm assets webinar: protecting farmers’ fences, fodder and stock

VEGNET Gippsland’s commitment to increase the region’s workforce capability has been in overdrive in 2021, with forums taking place locally to highlight opportunities available.

Initially, an in-person forum was held in Sale, while the second event was moved online — now available to watch back, and also summarised as a fact sheet.

Forum attendees heard about how VEGNET Gippsland has been working with Food and Fibre Gippsland’s employment program — Connect2Employment — to match up horticultural businesses and trainees, and support school leavers in their new roles.

The forum was also used as an opportunity to collaborate with the Victorian Farmers Federation’s ‘Making Our Farms Safer’ project.

The VFF’s John Darcy represented the initiative, and he spoke about the important topics of workplace manslaughter and farm safety.

Mr Darcy’s presentation reinforced the importance of farm safety for everyone, but particularly business owners, company directors and officers, to which new workplace manslaughter laws now apply.

The group also heard about how the VFF can provide free farm safety consults for individual businesses to establish and review their occupational health and safety processes.

The forum was an opportunity for Agriculture Victoria to provide an update about the support available to growers in the lead-up to what is expected to be another challenging year for seasonal workforce requirements.

Programs specifically available in Gippsland include the RACE program, designed to raise awareness of pursuing a career in agriculture among young Gippslanders by connecting school students and teachers with industry.

IT is difficult to recall what assets are on a farming property following a major disruption to business, whether it’s a fire, flood or storms.

It’s impossible to recall everything stored in that now burnt down shed.

Agriculture Victoria’s Insuring Farm Assets webinar will discuss the importance of asset inventories, and issues farmers need to consider when i insuring fences, fodder and stock.

Adroit Insurance and Risk’s Michael Myers, who has 35 years’ experience in the insurance industry, will provide insights on how to approach insurance, what is needed and what insurance covers in a webinar next week.

Topics will include the importance of asset inventories, creating simple and easy asset inventories, how to get farm fence insurance right, how to insure cattle and fodder reserves, what is ‘self-insured’ and what the implications are for business.

The free webinar will be held on Tuesday, October 19, from 7.30pm until 8.30pm.

Those interested should register by 5pm on Tuesday, October 19, via EventBrite.

For more information, phone Agriculture Victoria recovery extension officer Paul Simpson on 0455 750 605, or email paul.simpson@agriculture.vic.gov.au

John Darcy from the Victoria Farmers Federation speaks to forum attendees in Sale about the ‘Making Our Farms Safer’ project.

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Tilly’s leadership and communication skills impressed, and Bulmer Farms’ human resources manager Karen Grant was quick to offer her a traineeship in the quality department.

“We are always interested in talented, enthusiastic young people – and we love it when we can offer local school leavers the option to pursue a career in the region,” Ms Grant said.

One of the many great things about entering the industry via a traineeship is the trainee gains a strong insight into other areas of the business, while acquiring some valuable, transferrable skills.

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During an 18-month tenure, Tilly will learn about every element of the extensive quality systems that ensure the best produce leaves the Lindenow packing shed.

While other teenagers might be sleeping in, Tilly is an early starter – she is with the Bulmer Farms’ quality team on site at 5am, ready to test the fresh picked harvest and prepare all the necessary documentation to accompany each dispatch of boxed baby leaf.

“I’m finished by 1pm most days, meaning I’ve got the time and space to be able to do what I want for the rest of the day – it’s fantastic,” Tilly said.

To support trainees, Connect2Employment can cover the costs of all uniforms, safety gear and work boots, as well as fund external training courses identified by the employer as beneficial for the new employee.

The program’s manager, Julie Tuhi, said the program was there to support trainees in many ways.

“Saving them money on the workwear necessities is a big thing, and we work hand-in-hand with the employer to keep track of how they’re settling into the workplace,” Ms Tuhi says.

“This access to an external mentor is really valuable – it all contributes to maximising their job satisfaction and success, which ultimately leads to the opportunity for long-term employment.”

Traineeships are offered in the horticulture industry at various times throughout the year, and can cover a variety of areas, including production, maintenance and growing operations.

Gippsland growers who would like to explore traineeship opportunities should email Ms Tuhi

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Wild dog tactics ‘a template’ for feral cat and foxes NEWLY-APPOINTED national feral cat and fox management coordinator Gillian Basnett says wild dog management is a template for feral cat and fox control.

Strategies proven under the National Wild Dog Action Plan are set to help work undertaken by Ms Basnett, who said the standard operational procedures and best practice guidelines established by the plan would be used as a model.

“The National Wild Dog Action Plan will be really useful as a template for landscape scale, crosstenure, coordinated, collaborative, community driven feral predator management,” she said.

“Key learnings of what has worked and what hasn’t will help with planning and engagement particularly for fox control.”

The new coordinator joins a network of national vertebrate pest coordinators covering wild dogs, deer and feral pigs.

“As national coordinators with a focus on individual species, we can provide specific information on our pest species that is relevant to landholders, groups, projects, planning and legislation,” Ms Basnett said.

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“This is important but we also recognise in most, if not all, landscapes there are multiple threats and pests, often interacting and needing to be managed together to have the desired outcome.

“By having the four coordinators, who work closely together, we can be both targeted in our approach and provide best practice management information, and access to a wider range of networks and partnerships across multiple species.”

Ms Basnett will initially focus on seven priority bushfire-affected regions, including east Gippsland, as well as priority threatened species.

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and Landcare groups to facilitate community led approaches that mitigate the effect of feral cats and foxes in their local areas.

Ms Basnett will also serve on the National Feral Cat Taskforce, connecting local action to national action, and build on feral cat work already being undertaken.

“We all watched in horror as huge bushfires burnt through large areas of Australia in the summer of 2019-20,” she said.

“It has been estimated three billion native animals were killed or displaced during these fires.

“As areas start to regenerate, our wildlife has a chance to recover.

“But cats and foxes will significantly hamper this recovery through increased predation of wildlife sheltering in small areas of unburnt vegetation and more efficient hunting in recovering, but exposed habitats.

“In order to protect the surviving wildlife and help with recovery, it is vital we manage introduced predators effectively and coordinate efforts across the landscape, and I look forward to working with others to help make this happen.”

AGRICULTURE Victoria will host a webinar for Gippsland producers to provide tips on spring pasture management and suggestions to help prepare for autumn this Thursday.

Topics covered in the webinar include tips for managing native pastures through spring and summer; spring management reminder for improved pastures; preparing for autumn sowing; ensuring pasture density into summer; determining how much fodder can be cut; and maintaining paddock fertility post fodder removal.

Agriculture Victoria’s Fiona Baker (a livestock extension officer) and Dr Meredith Mitchell (a senior research scientist) will present the webinar, to be held Thursday from 7.30pm until 8.30pm.

Those who wish to view the webinar should register prior to the event via EventBrite.

Those who would like to submit questions or photos for discussion should phone Janice Dowe on 0437 282 315 or email janice.dowe@ agriculture.vic.gov.au

Grants to make farm infrastructure COVID-safe AGRICULTURE and food supply chain businesses in rural and regional Victoria will be able to recover faster with the assistance of a new state government program.

The new $5.2 million Agriculture Resilience and Recovery Program provides grants of between $10,000 and $300,000 to support on-farm infrastructure, business upgrades and new facilities to enable businesses to adapt their operations to COVIDSafe settings.

The program provides three types of business support: • Business resilience and recovery, to support businesses to adapt their operations to maintain production and manage risks; • Place-based worker support, to support the development of COVIDSafe worker

accommodation; and • Training and education, to provide support for farm and food processing workers to access information and services and ensure businesses are providing COVID Safe work practices.

The grants will provide support for businesses as they prepare for peak seasons such as spring shearing, grains harvest and meat processing, and horticulture’s picking and packing season.

Agriculture Minister Mary-Anne Thomas said the support should help agriculture and food supply chain businesses manage the challenges created by the pandemic and fast-track recovery.

“We’re supporting industry to create long-term solutions to workforce challenges – this new program will help local businesses to adapt and thrive into the future,” she said.

The program is part of the government’s $84 million support package to assist industry to address workforce challenges brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.

The Agriculture Workforce Plan has awarded more than 380 grants to assist businesses create COVIDSafe workplaces, provide worker induction and training, and create additional accommodation and transport facilities.

Businesses have been supported to build COVIDSafe lunchrooms, kitchens, washrooms and other worker amenities, make modifications to processing, packaging and manufacturing lines, create automated entry points, build partitions for workspaces and install temperature checking facilities.

For more information visit agriculture.vic.gov.au.

Spring into action against weeds Agriculture Victoria is urging farmers to undertake weed control measures early in the growing season.

produce, such as hay, on clothing and other equipment,” she said.

“Under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994, all landholders have a responsibility to prevent the growth and spread of declared

noxious weeds, such as ragwort, blackberry and thistles, on their property, to ensure they don’t adversely affect agricultural production and the environment,” Ms Alsop said.

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engagement officer Jenny Bell is working with Gippsland biosecurity officers to advise landholders about the control of invasive weeds.

“Weed control has the benefit of improving a property’s productivity and the biodiversity of the landscape,” Ms Bell said.

“The best results are gained when landholders work together to treat their weeds at the same time, particularly ragwort, as a way of minimising seed set and the risk of spread across neighbouring properties,” Ms Bell said.

Agriculture Victoria continues to deliver weed projects in Gippsland, with property visits and inspections being conducted when permitted under COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.

More information about weed identification and control measures can be found on the Agriculture Victoria website or by phoning the Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

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AS the spring weather begins to warm Gippsland, invasive weeds such as ragwort, blackberry and thistles will begin to set seed and spread further.

Agriculture Victoria’s acting leading biosecurity officer, Elizabeth Alsop, said now was the time to begin weed control programs.

“Undertaking weed control early in the growing season is strongly recommended and is proven to be a more efficient and cost-effective long term approach to weed control,” Ms Alsop said.

“Ragwort is a particular menace in some parts of Gippsland and sets hundreds of seeds in each flower head, which can remain viable in the soil for many years.

“Weed control measures for ragwort include the application of a registered herbicide, cultivation of the soil, or physical removal.

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Storm and flood help closes at end of month

REGISTRATIONS for Bushfire Recovery Victoria’s Residential Storm and Flood clean-up program will close from 11.59pm on Sunday, October 31.

Those affected by the June storms and floods who have an eligible property for the clean-up program should ensure they register now so they don’t miss out.

The cut-off date is for new registrations only – it does not affect those who are already registered and are waiting for a call-back, site assessment or works to begin.

To find out more and register a property, phone 1800 560 760 (available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) or visit www.brv.vic.gov.au/cleanup

Climate outlook webinar

A WEBINAR focussing on the current seasonal climate outlook will be held next Wednesday.

Hosted by Agriculture Victoria seasonal risk agronomist Dale Grey, the webinar will focus on the current seasonal climate outlook.

The outlook will be based on model projections for rainfall using current oceanic, atmospheric and soil moisture conditions.

The webinar is an online presentation, during which viewers can ask questions.

The webinar will be held from noon on Wednesday, October 20.

It will be recorded, so those who miss the live presentation can watch it later at a time that suits them.

For more information, email the.break@agriculture. vic.gov.au

Carbon abatement webinar

WITH increasing interest in carbon abatement in agriculture, the CSIRO has developed a landscape options and opportunities for carbon abatement calculator.

Today from noon until 1pm, a free webinar will provide an introduction to this tool.

The CSIRO’s LOOC-C program leader, Dr Stephen Roxburgh, will explain the calculator’s background.

By visiting https://looc-c.farm farmers can use the map interface to select a potential project area and help begin the conversation of carbon abatement options for their businesses.

To register for the webinar, visit agriculture.vic.gov. au/climate-and-weather

Macalister Demonstration Farm:

Reducing nitrogen input MACALISTER Demonstration Farm is reducing its nitrogen input, and paddock 16 seems to be showing the nitrogen reduction.

Paddock 16 will be grazed soon, on 30 days rest.

The average leaf appearance rate since previous grazing was 13.3 days, typical for late September.

In between the paddock’s clumps has not grown well, with a yellowish colour and a bit of rust.

If nitrogen is to be reduced, the grazing rotation needs to get the full three leaves to get the quantity.

Paddock three needs topping.

The cows are grazing in between the clumps hard, down to two centimetres, but they are not grazing the clumps well.

The clumps make up about 40 per cent of the paddock.

It would be possible to graze the clumps with the milkers by putting them back into the paddock for another feed.

They would graze the short bits shorter, until the clumps become more desirable.

Grass intake per cow would be driven down to get the clumps eaten.

Current milk would fall, and there would be an effect on future intake and milk.

Intake capacity needs protecting, to maintain cow and feed use efficiency.

Also, ration balance needs to remain consistent over time. Less grass will drop the fibre level, maybe to a dangerous level.

The Dairy Farm Monitor Project results (20202021) have just been published. The Macalister Demonstration Farm is one of the 80 farms across the state analysed.

The local farm achieved a return on asset of 4.4 per cent.

The state average return was 5.66 per cent.

Nine of the 80 farms had a return more than 10 per cent, and three of the nine farms above 10 per cent return are Macalister Irrigation District irrigators.

The demonstration farm’s earnings before interest and tax per cow was $527.

All other Macalister irrigators achieved close to or more than $1000 per cow.

The state average was $1000 per cow.

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per milking hectare was second highest (13.5 tonne, whereas the highest was 15.3 tonne).

The demonstration farm’s milk solids per cow was 512kg, while the state average was 530kg.

Funding for irrigation upgrades CENTRAL Gippsland farmers wishing to upgrade irrigation infrastructure can apply for funding under the Central Gippsland Irrigation Efficiency Incentives Program, which closes at the end of this month.

The program opened for applications on Monday, September 20 and remains open until Friday, October 29.

Funding for the program is limited, and new eligibility criteria is in place.

Eligible infrastructure projects that meet the program objectives will be allocated through a random ballot process after the application period has closed.

For more information, visit www. wgcma.vic.gov.au/for-farmers/incentives21

or phone the irrigation team at the West Gippsland Catch Management Authority on 1300 094 262.

Alternatively, email Alexis Killoran from Agriculture Victoria on alexis.c.killoran@agriculture.vic.gov.au

Current export orders Beef & dairy cattle direct to abboitoirs weekly Store and fat cattle to all major selling centres WE HAVE YOUR Paddock sales LIVESTOCK MARKETING COVERED Auction Plus

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Colleen Bye 0467 533 003

Phillip Fleming 0498 242 421

Wayne McKay 0419 486 282

Steve Fallon 0427 352 231

Accommodation Accommodation Wanted Lease To Let Business Opportunities Education and Training Employment Services Professional Situations Vacant Phone: 5143 9333 Situations Wanted Adult Services Computers Entertainment Events Fax: 5144 7308 For Hire Holidays and Travel Home Maintenance Houses for Removal Legal Email: classifieds@ Lost and Found Meetings Missing Persons Party Planners Personals Pet gippslandtimes.com.au Cemetery Public Notice Religion Tenders 4WD Caravans Cars Machinery

How to place your advertisement PHONE

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(03) 5144 7308

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In accordance with a local law introduced by the State Government on January 1, 2012, it is an offence to advertise a dog or cat for sale unless a microchip identification number of the animal is included in the advertisement.

A registered domestic animal business may use its council business registration number as an alternative.

As of July 1, 2019 a Pet Exchange Reg. No. is also required.

Please go to https://per. animalwelfare. viic.gov.au//

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classifieds

Tuesday’s paper before 9:30am Monday

Friday’s paper

before 9:30am Thursday CREDIT CARD FACILITIES We accept

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KELPIE PUPS

BULLS

For hire or sale. Angus, Limousin, Hereford, Jersey and Friesian. Very quiet. Ph. 0447 331 762.

HORSES WANTED $$$ Cash Paid $$$ Gippsland Ph. Dave 0418 202 202

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FIREWOOD

QUALITY HAY

Large and small bales.

Rolls. Delivery available.

Ph: 0427 344 832 or 5144 2622

Livestock

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FRIDAY October 15, at 11am

AGM Sale Eisteddfod

City of Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 13th October at 7.30 pm at the Eisteddfod office, 1/10 Wade Court Sale.

Everyone welcome. If you would like to attend via Zoom please contact saleesiteddfod@gmail.com for link.

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PRODUCERS MKT Sale Producers Market,

Make it, bake it, grow it.

Saturday, October 16, Sale Showgrounds under the elm trees, Dawson St. side, 8am-12.30pm. Covid rules apply. Enquiries: 0409 697 254.

SUNDAY MARKET

Sale Charity Sunday Variety Market, Canal Reserve, October 17. Egg and bacon rolls for breakfast, BBQ, hot dogs, hot and cold drinks, stalls from $15, raffles must be accompanied by a stall.

Proceeds to charity. Buskers welcome. Phone 0409 574 253 or 0437 985 283.

Stratford Football Netball Business Inc. Annual General Meet- Opportunities ing to be held Monday October 25th 2021 at Looking for a 6:30pm at JA Boyd Recreation Stratford Recreation lifestyle change?

Reserve Clubrooms. All Wanting to be are encouraged to attend. your own boss?

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AGM

The Newry Golf Club annual general meeting will be held at the Newry Golf Club rooms at 9.00am on November 7.

All members invited to nominate yourselves for positions on the committee. Nominations to be in by October 24.

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BARBIE

First time in town. 23 Year old from Japan. size 6.

Young, hot body. 0477 630 745. SWA8038XE

Car advertisers

Situations Wanted

PAINTER

Photographs for Death and In Memoriam notices will cost according to the space they use.

Please email high resolution images to classifieds@gippslandtimes.com.au as we cannot accept photos on a memory stick.

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Local tradesman, 15 yrs experience. New houses and repaints, dble vaccinated, no job too big or too small. Phone Steve 0499 345 384.

Stock Agents

Photographs

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PINORA POLL DORSETS Wednesday October 20, 2021 Covid-19 restrictions apply

Personal notices

The publisher reserves the right to refuse advertisements

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Adult Services

Private vendors of motor cars advertised for sale must include in their advertisement: - Cash price of motor car - If car is registered, registration number - If unregistered, the engine, vin or chassis number.

All ‘found’ advertisements are published free.

Simply provide the details of your find for publication. ‘Lost’ advertisements are paid.

CATHOLIC BROTHER

WANTED

Meetings

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Light Luncheon Available

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Lost and found

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Heyfield Newsagency

All engagement and marriage notices must carry the signatures of BOTH parties. If under 18 the parents’ signatures as well.

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If you have any information about Catholic Brother, Brother Gerard McNamara, in relation to his period in Sale between 1960 and 1964 please contact Nadine at Judy Courtin Legal at nadine @judycourtinlegal.com or call 03 9521 2265. We are assisting a plaintiff with a claim, and we would be interested in speaking with anyone who may have information. With thanks, Judy Courtin LeCash paid for older gal Top quality. Dry. Split. caravans. Phone Ken Public Notices Mixed hardwood. Deliver 0418 547 047. all areas. Phone 0439 206 925.

More options for placing classifieds in person Maffra Newsagency Newry Store

For Sale

Kelpie X Kelpie, born Scooter, 4-wheel Legend 31/7/2021, 1x brown/gold XL, $1,200 ONO. Phone f, 1x gold f, 1x tri-colour f, 0438 444 388.

2x tri-colour m, m'chip 941000025765588, 9410- Wanted To Buy 00025765587, 941000025765585, 941000025765586, 941000025765584, source MB160792, $1,560 ea. Phone 0419 372 090. $$$ Cash Paid $$$ Gippsland For Sale Ph. Dave 0418 202 202

Lucerne, pea, bean, barley, rice. Large and small bales. Delivery available.

Phone: 0427 344 832 or 5144 2622

IN PERSON

74 Macalister St, Sale or newsagents

Livestock

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SISTERS OF OUR LADY OF SION REGION OF AUSTRALIA

FORMATION LEADER The Sisters of Our Lady of Sion (Notre Dame de Sion) is an international Congregation with Schools in many countries. The Sisters in Australia are seeking to employ a part time experienced formation leader (.5 FTE) to work with them in making their Charism known.

The Charism is characterised by a threefold commitment: ● To the Church ● To the Jewish people ● To working for justice, peace and love This commitment requires sensitivity to people of other faith traditions, especially the Jewish people, and openness to the marginalised, a love of Scripture and a conviction that dialogue is essential to this role.

The successful applicant will work with the current Mission Coordinator to develop and facilitate formation programs and opportunities for personnel across the organisation. They will have theological qualifications and experience in designing and leading induction and formation experiences for teachers and those seeking to know the charism.

This is a Victorian based position with some travel required. The role will commence early in 2022.

Applications close: Monday 25th October 2021.

For more detailed information, including an application package and selection criteria, contact Ms Patricia Bergin, Recruitment Consultant, Energy Force patricia.bergin@energyforce.com.au

On Site Caretaker(s) of Sale Showgrounds and Caravan Park Manager(s) Are you an experienced and versatile Caravan Park Manager(s) seeking a lifestyle or career change? If you are keen to take on a wide range of duties and enjoy promoting the city of Sale and Sale Showgrounds and Caravan Park, then this is your opportunity. The Caravan Park is run by a volunteer Committee, Sale & District Agricultural Society Inc, a Not for Profit Organisation.

About the role: We are seeking applications from prospective people interested in managing the day to day running of the park and caretaker for the entire showgrounds, ideally suited to a couple.

Duties and responsibilities: ● Managing all operational and infrastructure requirements of up to 50 - 100 vans /motorhomes/campers. ● Manage the office and records using an online reservation/booking system. ● General maintenance and cleaning of the grounds and amenities. ● Provide 24 hour security by residing on the property and making sure gates are opened and closed where required for events. ● You will be required to assist the Society with events throughout the year.

Your skills and Experience: ● Preferably previous Caravan Park Management experience. ● Passion for delivering outstanding customer service with people/community focus mind. ● Good computer skills. ● Cash handling and banking. ● General day to day office duties. ● Understanding workplace health and safety and Covid safe procedures. ● Police Clearance & Working with Children Check required. ● First Aid Certificate beneficial. ● Handy person and maintenance skills. ● Facilitate access for all users of the showgrounds.

Benefits: ● Attractive remuneration. ● Brand new three bedroom residence. ● Fantastic Gippsland location only 2 hours east of Melbourne in the "Middle of Everywhere", between the mountains and the sea. https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/en To apply: For information pack please email booking@saleshow.com.au. If you require a call, please provide your contact number.

Email a cover letter and copy of your CV to the Secretary at booking@saleshow.com.au Applications close: October 29, 2021

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Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) is a privately owned Australian timber mill and advanced manufacturer, employing over 170 people in Heyfield, Victoria.

ASH's manufacturing lines are going through a period of dynamic growth and are manufacturing appearance grade mass timber systems for large domestic and commercial buildings (https://ash.com.au/application/mass-timber/).

Buildings constructed from mass timber are seeing significant growth in demand due to their warmth, use of renewable building materials and carbon positive impact on the environment.

We have a number of exciting opportunities for skilled Joiners, Cabinet Makers and Carpenters for the finishing and joinery work on the structures and fitment of connectors.

The roles will be based in Heyfield, in the Gippsland region of Victoria.

If you are interested in a permanent, part time or contract role with attractive remuneration we would love to hear from you.

To apply, forward your letter of interest and resume to hr@ash.com.au by October 26, 2021.

New Permanent Job Vacancies

(Residential Aged Care Home Sale) Personal Care Assistants Enrolled Nurses (Endorsed) Registered Nurse (Division 1) Hospitality Assistants Housekeeping Assistants Royal Freemasons Sale is seeking dedicated staff that have passion and drive to support older Australians to continue enjoying the life they choose. We have permanent part time (3 to 5 shifts per week) vacancies across 14 days' rosters. ● State-of-the-art home, built to unite families and friends. ● Leading not-for-profit organisation where you are truly valued. ● Generous salary packaging options to increase income.

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Must have covid-19 vaccine (mandatory in industry) Police Check Clearance/NDIS Workers Screening Check Food Handlers Certificate (online 2 hour course) Be available at least 3 days per week

To apply for these roles please email your resume or interest to: recruitment@royalfreemasons.org.au or drop off a resume 28 Surkitt Blvd, Sale VIC

St Thomas' Primary School

Sale Football Netball Club

are seeking coaches for season 2022.

SFNC invites applications for the following positions for season 2022 and beyond.

Reserves Football Coaches U18's Football Coaches U16's Football Coaches B, C Grade Netball Coaches U 17's Netball Coaches Under 15's Netball Coaches Under 13's netball Coaches

The club is looking for coaches with the following attributes: ● Develop a game plan that ensures the club's on and off the field success. ● Establish a professional culture for all players/staff in line with the club's values.

Please send applications by email: sfncinc @gmail.com Applications close October 15, 2021.

Support Workers First Support Australia First Support Australia is one of the best disability service providers, aims to satisfy the complex needs of the participants with a variety of services and more than 500 qualified staff members. We offer Round the Clock Care, Short Term and Respite Accommodation, Supported Independent Living (SIL), and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). Our disability services include Accommodation, Mental health care, Nursing care, Behavioural care, Specialist Support Coordination, Community support service, and In-home support services including assistance with daily living tasks. Our services are provided to support participants to lead an independent and happy life and to achieve their goals.

Contact us for more information!

Tel: 1800 00 89 89 Email: info@firstsupport.com.au Website: https://firstsupport.com.au Head Office Address: 1 Errol Street, Braybrook, VIC 3019 Sale Office Address: 4/121 Marley Street, Sale, VIC 3850

St Paul's Anglican Grammar School is seeking applications for the following positions at the Traralgon Junior School. ● Director of Learning and Teaching.

Fulltime Fixed term Contract Commencing January 2022 to December 2024 ● Fulltime Classroom Teacher Fixed Term Contract January 2022 to December 2022 ● Part-time Administration Assistant Fixed Term contract Commencing ASAP until December 2021 20 hours per week ● Classroom Assistant Part -time Fixed Term Contract Commencing ASAP until December 2021.

25 hours per week Closing date Friday 15 October 2021.

If you are interested please forward a current resume and cover letter to: hr@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au For a copy of the Position Description please refer to our website: www.stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

Apprentice

Sale/Woodside area

Stratford Marine are looking for a new marine mechanic apprentice.

We are open to looking at a mature age apprentice or a junior.

All applications can be mailed to: stratfordmarine@hotmail.com

A stationhand is required for a progressive mixed farming property in the Sale/Woodside district.

The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, practical and energetic individual who can work both independently and as part of a team. The applicant needs to demonstrate practical experience in farm maintenance and livestock husbandry. Ideally the position is fulltime however a part time position would be considered. Accommodation is available.

Enquires Farm Manager 0428 271 375.

St Paul's Anglican Grammar School is seeking applications for the following Teaching positions for 2022.

Warragul Secondary School ● ●

Mathematics to VCE - any (full-time permanent ongoing) Science with VCE Biology Fulltime -12 month fixed term contract Science Part time 0.76 FTE - 12 month fixed term contract.

Applications invited from suitably graduate or experienced teachers.

qualified

Applications close Wednesday 20 October 2021.

For a copy of the Position Descriptions please refer to our website: www.stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

PROPERTY MANAGER VACANCY

A position has become available in our expanding property management department.

This exciting full-time role requires strong customer ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of our outstanding team.

Strong computer, communication and time management skills are essential along with attention to detail.

No previous property management experience is necessary, however we encourage experienced property managers to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to obtain the agents representative certificate prior to commencing employment.

For further information contact Rod Tatterson on 5144 4333.

Please email your applications with resumes to: rtatterson@chalmer.com.au by 5pm Friday 15th October 2021.

Service Advisor

Sale motor group are pleased to offer a new full time position for a service advisor.

Experience in the motor industry would be an advantage but not essential.

Your daily roll would be to provide strong customer service while taking customer bookings to service our customers cars.

You would liaise with the customer along with the service manager to provide a positive customer experience.

On site training will be provided.

The successful applicant will have a strong customer service history.

You will be punctual, have a pleasant phone manor and a team player.

To apply please forward your resume and cover letter to terry@salemotorgroup.com.au

STARTING TERM 1, 2022

2x CLASSROOM TEACHERS

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Psychologist / Contractor

Intrepidy Centre for Counselling and Therapeutic Services is a private practice in Sale Gippsland.

We have been operating for 20 years and have more referrals than we can manage. We are currently looking for a psychologist or accredited mental health nurse to work with us in a contractor position. The right person could work a combination of face to face and telehealth sessions, part time or full time.

We offer excellent administrative support, peer supervision, beautifully appointed professional rooms, flexibility with the hours you want to work and a strong referral base.

Currently the six therapists who work at Intrepidy all work part-time and we have room for a person from one to five days. To be considered for this position the applicant must have unconditional registration with AHPRA, eligibility for a medicare provider number, up to date CPD, Current ABN and Professional Indemnity Insurance.

We look forward to meeting with you.

Please send CV to enquiries@intrepidy.com or call us on 03 5144 1044.

Apprentice Motor Mechanic

Sale Motor Group is looking to employ an apprentice motor mechanic.

A fantastic opportunity exists for the lucky candidate to learn your trade in a well laid out workshop, working within a multicar franchise.

To be successful, you must be punctual, have good communication skills, current driver's licence and able to take instruction.

Please email your cover letter and resume to the general manager: terry@salemotorgroup.com.au

If you are interested please forward a current resume and cover letter to: hr@stpaulsags.vic.edu.au

This school community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Full time - Fixed term replacement positions (one year) Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the above positions to commence on January 28, 2022 and ending January 25, 2023.

The successful applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

They will possess the skills and abilities to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning.

Applicants will need to hold Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration a current Police Check and the name of three referees.

For further information regarding these positions and an Application for Employment form, please contact the School.

Email: reception@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Phone: 5144 1332.

Please forward applications and resume to Mrs Anita Little, Email: alittle@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications close Friday October 22, 2021 at 4pm.

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Situations Vacant

Sale motor group is offering a number of new positions due to expansion.

We are looking for an accessory fitter to join our team in a full time position.

We are also looking for RACV patrolman one full time and one part time.

We are also looking for a spare parts trainee, full time position.

Trade qualification preferred but not essential.

In house training will be provided on site.

You must take pride in your appearance, display attention to detail, and be punctual.

Immediate start available for successful applicants.

Please email your cover letter and resume to the general manager: terry@salemotorgroup.com.au

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Heavy Diesel Mechanic Macalister Earthmoving is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our growing team.

The applicant must have experience/knowledge of Earthmoving equipment, Trucks and Work Vehicles.

This is a permanent fulltime role that suits an individual who thrives in a varied environment.

Ensuring specialised maintenance and repairs are conducted on a range of specialised plant and vehicles.

If you are confident that you have the required skills, experience, qualifications and abilities to succeed in this position please forward your application and resume to mac.earth@bigpond.com

Administration - full time

Sale Motor Group are pleased to offer a full time roll in administration.

Your daily responsibilities will include but not limited to: ● Processing of new and used vehicle sales ● Processing of bank statements ● Payout of vehicles ● Accounts payable and receivable General office duties. ● You will have a pleasant phone manor, be punctual and a team player.

System training will be provided.

Previous motor industry experience would be an advantage but not essential.

To apply forward your resume and cover letter to Terry Wight: terry@salemotorgroup.com.au

Assist Gippsland are a small company based in Sale providing NDIS participants with a wide range of supports tailored to their individual needs.

We are currently looking for casual/part time workers to fill a number of positions within the company.

Candidates will be non-judgemental and have a genuine interest in servicing their community, have the ability to be caring and friendly whilst keeping a professional relationship with clients.

To apply and be considered for this position please send your resume via email to assistgippsland@outlook.com or alternatively contact us via phone on 0401 543 307.

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Coongulla Township (Central Area)

Special Charge Street Construction Scheme

company culture and seeks a professional passionate for a career in cyber security.

Applications close at 11:00 pm on Sunday 17 October 2021.

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Advertise in the Gippsland Times and Latrobe Valley Express Motoring Section for $66.90 with a colour picture orr $53 without a picture *conditions A total of 16 issues!* apply

Engagement Lead Corporate Communications and Culture (Solar Victoria) Location: Morwell Preferred, Melbourne CBD Negotiable Salary: $102,637 to $124,183 + super.

Position No: 50933875

may be negotiated for a base location of Melbourne CBD, where requested by the successful applicant).

For further information including the position description,

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Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 13 October 2021.

In accordance with a resolution of the Wellington Shire Council (Council) made at its ordinary meeting held on 5 October 2021, notice is given that at the ordinary meeting of the Council to be held on 1 March 2022. It is the intention of the Council to declare a Special Charge (Special Charge or Scheme) under section 163(1) of the Local Government Act 1989 (Act) for the purposes of defraying any expenses or repaying (with interest) any advance made to or debt incurred or loan to be raised by Council in relation to the construction of Coongulla Township (Central Area) and for providing all and any necessary ancillary works associated with the construction of the streets, including driveway crossovers. The Scheme, if declared, is to be known as the ‘Coongulla Township (Central Area) - Special Charge Street Construction Scheme Number 2102’.

The criteria which will form the basis of the Special Charge are the ownership of rateable properties within the area of the Scheme (being properties within the residential area of Coongulla) and, based on the application of access benefit units (including having regard to the driveway access of those properties in the Scheme), the overall benefits which it is considered the properties in the Scheme (based on the physical and other benefits) will receive from the works to be provided under the Scheme.

The Council considers that each rateable property included within the Scheme area that is liable or required to pay the Special Charge will receive a special benefit through the provision of proper, safe and suitable roads and property services.

Without limitation, Council considers that the works will – • Reduce dust; • Enhance the amenity and character of the land, and local area; • Create improved riding surfaces for the Road; • Improve access and egress from properties; • Improve road drainage; and • Improve road safety for motorists and cyclists.

In performing functions and exercising powers in relation to the peace, order and good governance of the municipal district of the Shire of Wellington, in particular, the provision of proper, safe and suitable roads and property services in the area for which the proposed Special Charge will be declared, the Council intends to spend an amount of $550,000 being the estimated cost of the works to be undertaken, and to levy by way of the Special Charge an amount of $158,400.

The Special Charge will commence on the date on which it is levied by Council and will remain in force for a period of 5 years.

For the period of the Scheme, the Special Charge will be assessed by Council as (and the respective charge being $3,600 is based on) a fixed charge for each property

having regard to access, including and in particular, driveway access.

Properties which have a shared driveway access to the street to be constructed via common property will have their access benefits calculated on the basis of 100% for the first property and 50% for each additional property (with access being apportioned to each of the properties so as to equal the sum of the percentages divided by the number of properties with common property access), and any other benefits.

Subject to any further resolution of Council, the Special Charge will be levied by Council sending a notice in the prescribed form to the owners of the properties in the Scheme by which the Special Charge is to be paid –

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a) In full amount within 45 days of the notice; or

Sloping Bridge Widening

b) By way of quarterly instalments in the manner set out below.

Pound Road West, Alberton West

Wellington Shire Council invites suitably qualified bridge contractors to tender for the construction of Sloping Bridge Widening over Albert River, Alberton West. Works include the widening construction of existing bridge structure including construction and sealing of the bridge approaches.

Practical completion date: 27th May 2022.

All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure. com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents or by contacting the Projects Engineer, Khalid Abuelhassan on (03) 5142 3726 or by email to khalida@wellington.vic.gov.au.

Because the performance of the function and the exercise of the power in respect of which the Special Charge is to be declared and levied relates substantially to capital works, special ratepayers will be given an instalment plan under which – a) Quarterly instalments are to be paid over a 5 year period, or other such period as negotiated; and b) Quarterly instalments will include a component for reasonable interest costs, the total of which will not exceed the estimated borrowing costs of Council in respect of the construction of the Road by more than 1 per cent.

Tenders are to be lodged via the eProcure website no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 3 November 2021.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

Council will consider cases of financial and other hardship, and may consider other payment options for the Special Charge.

There will be no incentives given for payment of the Special Charge before the due dates for payment.

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For the purposes of having determined the total amount of the Special Charge to be levied under the Scheme, the Council considers and formally determines for the purposes of sections 163(2)(a), (2A) and (2B) of the Act that the estimated proportion of the total benefits of the Scheme to which the performance of the function and the exercise of the power relates (including all special benefits and community benefits) that will accrue as special benefits to all of the persons who are liable to pay the Special Charge is in a ratio of 0.56 or 56%. This is also on the basis that, in the exercise of its discretions, Council has chosen to make a further contribution to the cost of the works so as to arrive at a revised maximum total levy amount of $158,400

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Further information: A position description and instructions on how to apply can be obtained from our website www.gippswater.com.au/careers or by contacting Recruitment on 03 5177 4709.

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Copies of the proposed declaration of the Special Charge and a detailed plan of the Scheme area are available for inspection at the Wellington Shire Council Offices, 18 Desailly Street, Sale 3850 during normal business hours for a period of at least 28 days after the date of the publication of this notice.

Any person may make a written submission to the Council under sections 163A and 223 of the Act. In addition, any person who will be required to pay the Special Charge to be imposed by the proposed declaration has a right to object to the proposed declaration and may also make a written objection to the Council under section 163B of the Act. Written submissions to be submitted to the Council under section 223 of the Act and/or written objections to be lodged with the Council under section 163B of the Act must be received by the Council by 5pm on 19 November 2021. Submissions and/or objections must be in writing and addressed and sent by mail to the Chief Executive Officer, Wellington Shire Council, PO Box 506, Sale VIC 3850.

Any person who has made a written submission under section 223 of the Act and has requested to be heard in support of their written submission is entitled to appear in person or be represented by a person specified in the submission before a Committee appointed by the Council to hear submissions under section 223 of the Act, the day, time and place of which will be advised in writing.

Any person making a written submission under section 223 of the Act is advised that the Council is no longer required to make available for public inspection submissions received in accordance with section 223 of the Act. Accordingly, all submissions will be handled as authorised or required by law, including under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, and submissions and/or objections may, as Council sees fit, become available for public inspection.

Council will consider any written submissions and take into account any objections in accordance with sections 163A, 163B and 223 of the Act. Any person requiring further information concerning the proposed declaration of the Special Charge should in the first instance contact Tilo Junge on telephone 1300 366 244 or 5142 3217 or email tilo.junge@wellington.vic.gov.au David Morcom Chief Executive Officer GP1633385 WSC_4839

The Fingerboards Mineral Sands Mine is a major project for the local region that will support economic growth and local jobs for many years.

Kalbar's Community Grants Program supports community initiatives that enhance the quality of life, heritage, recreation, and cultural opportunities and provide long lasting benefits to the wider community.

Grant funding is available for projects within the Educational, Recreational, Environmental and Social aspects of the community. A total of $30,000 has been provided year to date with the final $10,000 round 4 allocation consisting of five $2000 grants opening 11 October 2021. These grants must have a direct positive outcome for the local community, adding to a project in a positive and sustainable manner.

To be eligible to apply local organizations must: ● Be an organization that provides benefit to the broader community. ● The Project must be completed within six months of receipt of funds. This may be extended upon written approval from the committee should extenuating circumstances arise. ● Organizations must agree to expend grant monies only in accordance with the successful grant project application. ● The project must be based within the East Gippsland and Wellington communities. ● Applicants must detail how the project will be funded and delivered.

Applications will close 30th November 2021 at 5pm. Successful applicants will be advised in December 2021 For further information please visit our website at https:/www.kalbaroperations.com.au

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AMIET, John (Amo).

A great fishing mate and a very good friend.

Louie and Yvonne.

BECHAZ, Colin James.

03/03/1932 - 02/09/2021.

Grumpy, late of Seaspray and Bemm River, passed away in Moe. Good mate of Ann. Sincerest sympathy to Pauline and family.

- Ann, Mathew, Luke and Steven.

Gone fishing

DAVIS, William (Bill) Henry.

BA/BF Falcon station 23/02/1926 - 04/10/2021 wagon, LPG - Auto. Preferably white. Will pay Cash paid for older R.A.N. PM 7592. (cash) above market val- caravans. Phone Ken Formerly of Longwarry North and Denison. ue for the right vehicle. 0418 547 047.

Passed away peacefully Ph: Geoff 0409 411 189 in Redland Bay, QLD. Trucks Last of the original soldier & Tractors settlers in NambrokPublic Notices Denison.

Loving husband of Lenore (dec) and Patricia (dec).

Iseki 320, heavy duty Loving father of Tom, tyres, good condition Darryl, Trish, Stephan $10,000 o.n.o. Phone (dec), Lee-Anne, Karren and Brendan.

0412 749 532.

Grandfather and Great Grandfather to many, loved by all who knew him.

We will miss you Pop. Brett, Brooke, Rory (dec), Kate and Abbi.

Sanders and Warragul WTP JOHN Deere tractor 2130 North Basin Cover and Liner Replacements 75hp, 2WD, hay forks, DYSON, Stewart. bucket, new seat, 2 new You were like a brother to CONTRACT: GW522 batteries and lights, good us, with our friendly condition $15,000 o.n.o. banter, you welcomed us This is a Lump Sum Contract, in the form of AS 4902-2000 (as into your home, helped us Phone 0458 602 530. amended) General Conditions of Contract, for the provision of all when we needed it and taught us that family labour and material, site preparation works necessary for the Design doesn't have to be blood and Construction of the Sanders basin cover and linerreplacement and related.

Warragul WTP North basin cover and liner replacement. The works We will miss you and remember you always. include the design, construction and commissioning of flexible membrane - Steven and Lisa liners, fully enclosed floating flexible covers and associated works.

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Birth notices: where both parents are named, signatures of both are required and telephone numbers to enable verification.

DYSON, Stewart.

It is with great sadness that the Bundalaguah Cricket Club has lost one of its long time members and supporters. Stewart was a major part of many projects completed around the club and always happy to lend a hand. Stewart was also a hard hitting 3rdXI premiership player.

Sincere condolences to the Dyson family and his extended family and friends.

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OWEN, David John (Dave).

24/5/1943 - 9/10/2021.

Aged 78.

Dearly loved husband of Pat (dec.) loving father of Lee-Ann, Kristine, Andrea and Brad.

Father-In Law of Tom, Paul and Bec. Cherished Grandad to Brittany, Haarmoni, Emily, Jakk, Elli, Sara, Michayla and Spencer.

Great Grandad to, Lily (dec.), Maddox and Willow.

Such an amazing man whose legacy will live with us all forever.

Reunited with Pat. My rock , the most hardworking and talented man who tried anything and succeeded. Thank you for everything you have done for all of us.

Your love and care for mum was just beautiful and you are just the most wonderful dad anyone could ask for.

Every minute I spent with you I will treasure forever and you will never be forgotten.

I will miss our mornings together, cooking your eggs, making your coffee and the crossword and just being with you . Life will never be the same without you.

Take care of mum.

Love always Lee-Ann and Tom xo I don't know where to begin to describe what you meant to us, you were our rock and had all the answers for everything no matter how big or small.

We will miss how you always had a project on the go and you never ceased to amaze us all with your talent and how clever you were. You were so caring and an absolute ripper of a Dad, Grandad and friend, I will miss seeing you every day. To know that you are now back with Mum gives us so much peace and our hearts are full of beautiful memories that we will cherish forever.

"See ya later Skipper" Love always, Kristine and Paul.

Dear Grandad, We will miss our visits with chocolate thick shakes, your amazing life advice, and thanks for always looking after our online shopping deliveries. You were one in a million and you will be in our hearts forever.

Please give Nan a kiss for us.

Love Emily and Sara.

Well that's it Skipper, 09/10/2021 you left us earth side.

Thanks for choosing us, raising us and loving us.

What an irreplaceable Dad, Grandad and great Grandad you are, we are all so blessed to have had you in our life.

Rest easy Dad/Grandad.

Love Andrea, Jakk, Britt, No funeral as per Ken's Nathan, Maddox and Willow. wishes.

HANCOCK, Kenneth.

26/10/1936 - 07/10/2021 Passed away at Laurina Lodge Heyfield, late of Maffra and Cann River.

Ken was a keen rock 'n roller who enjoyed dancing and music from the 60's He was a great pav decorator and a friend to many.

He will be sadly missed by long time friends Peter, Julie, Ben, Rachel, Craig and baby FJ. Rest in peace Foot Dick.

I feel so lucky to have had you as my Grandad. At peace and no longer suffering. I will miss you everyday.

Reunited with our beautiful Nan. Love always, Haarmoni and Callum xoxo Dad, You were my coach, my work partner, my mate.

But most important of all you were the best father a son could ever want.

Thank you for making me the person I am today, thank you for everything.

Sleep well skipper.

Love you always, Brad, Bec, Elli, Michayla and Spencer.

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OWEN, David, My amazing big brother.

Always wise with lots of practical advice. I admired your courage and humility over the last few years.

Even when so ill you continued to be creative and busy. You were so well cared for by your loving children and grandchildren.

I will miss you.

All my love, Judy.

A private service will be held with attendance by personal family invitation only to ensure Covid-19 compliance.

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PARSONS, Marlene.

08/10/1959 - 07/10/2021.

Marlene, as we say our final goodbye, we will remember all that you have acheived since our meeting in 1993/4, Our love to your mum Helen and boys Mat and Nik and their families.

-Glenyss and Les Ruff. Jo and Ash. PHELPS, Neil Robert.

Born December 29, 1929 at Mildura, passed away peacefully at Freemasons Sale on October 10, 2021.

Dearly loved husband of Dorothy (dec.), and loved father (Pop) of Janice, Peter, David (dec.), Andrew (dec.) and Gwenda.

Sweet is the rest that comes at close of day.

A private service will be held with attendance by OWEN, David. personal family invitation Much loved brother of only to ensure Covid-19 Marj (dec.) and brother-in- compliance. law of Ken (dec.). Loved Uncle of Allen, Bruce, Elizabeth and Susan.

We remember your kind heart, loving smile and twinkle in your eye. Rest in peace Uncle Dave.

OWEN, David.

Much loved uncle of Katherine and great uncle of Sophie.

We will cherish the times spent visiting you and admiring your clever handiwork's.

Magical memories for Sophie. We will miss you Uncle David.

All our love Katherine, Andrew and Sophie

RAVEN (nee Hanratty), Teresa.

9/2/1962 -1/10/2021.

Beloved mother of James and Nana to Sienna.

Adored member of the Hanratty family.

Gone but never forgotten ♥

PARSONS (Nicholas), Marlene Joy. 8/10/1958 - 7/10/2021 Passed away October 7, 2021 at the Sale Hospital, aged 62 years.

Adored daughter of Ronald (dec.) and Helen.

Sister of Collin, Graeme, Grant and Craig.

Mother of Mathew and Jade, Nicholas and Evgeniya.

RAVEN, (Hanratty), Grandmother of Summer, Teresa Joan.

River and Orlando.

09/02/1962 - 01/10/2021.

Died peacefully with her Loved friend of many loving son James by her people in the Loch side. Loving mother to Sport Community, Moe, James Raven and his Melbourne and all around partner Brooke and grand the world. daughter Sienna.

Resting peacefully, we will always keep memories Daughter of the late Keith about you in our hearts.

(Mick) and Joan Hanratty.

Marlene's life was full of Loving and cherished happiness and joy, she sister to Jennifer, gave love to all people M a r g a r e t , Monica, around her and always Beverley, Kevin, Michael received it back. Cheerful, (dec), Paul, Dennis, bright, energetic, open, Matthew, Catherine , and sometimes stubborn, but Mark. fair, lovely and wonderful.

Teresa, In the whole entire world it You were 11 years older would be difficult to find than me and my closest such a beautiful soul. She sister in age. You was such a great support mothered me as a baby for her family and friends, and continued to mother always happy and me growing up. You encouraging, ready to b e c a m e like a come to help for anyone grandmother to my in need. We're so grateful children, always attending for every single day we their special occasions, had with Marlene. She always beaming with was a strong woman who pride, making pancakes has been fighting breast and slices for their cancer for over 30 years lunchboxes and just and took a significant part generally spoiling them. in the breast cancer Because of all these foundation trying to help kindnesses we are now women with the disease. more than ever mourning We all will remember her your loss and feeling a beautiful smile and the huge emptiness that only most comforting cuddles. you can fill.

Wherever you are, Marls, Now in God's loving you are loved forever. embrace.

Rest in peace my A private cremation beautiful sister. in accordance with Love Catherine Hicks Marlene's wishes.

(Hanratty), Alistair Hicks and children Lachlan, Ashton and Indiana Hicks.

PARSONS, Marlene.

08/10/1959 - 07/10/2021.

It is with sadness that we RAVEN, Teresa. say farewell to one of our You fought a hard battle, founding members of the my dear friend, you can Waratah Breast Cancer rest now. support group 1995-2014. We had some good chats Marlene was devoted to and lots of laughs. I will her family and the breast always hold a special cancer cause and she has place in my heart for you. left us with lasting Thank you for being my memories and will be dear friend. Sadly missed. missed by so many. ♥ Zil.

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SNOW. Due to current restrictions, a private funeral service for Mrs Kathleen Frances May Snow will be held at the Heyfield Lawn RAVEN, (Hanratty), Cemetery TOMORROW Teresa.

(Wednesday October 13, The staff past and present 2021) commencing at would like to pay tribute to 10am. a valued foundation employee Teresa Raven. Please visit our website Teresa was integral in the for the livestream of cellar door start up and Kath's service. worked many years in the kitchen making the pizza doughs. She was not only a precious sister to Catherine (Hicks) but a "mother" to all the young staff that worked every weekend there. She will be remembered for her enthusiasm for life, always ready with a smile and a guiding hand. Alistair's STEFANI. favourite - "Donna Teresa" A funeral service for Mrs Rest in peace Teresa.

Fleur Mignon Stefani Gone but never forgotten. WAS HELD on Friday - Catherine, Alistair and all (October 1, 2021). the Blue Gables Vineyard Staff.

SNOW, Kathleen Frances May. Passed away peacefully at Laurina Lodge Heyfield on October 8, 2021.

Aged 90 years.

Loved wife of Charlie (dec).

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Charles and Rosemary, John (dec) and Diane, Annette (dec) and Jake, Jenny, Sissy and Alf, Noel, Lyn and Rodney.

Grandmother of 11 and Great Grandmother of 18 At Rest.

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GARVEY. A funeral service for Mr John Daniel Garvey WAS HELD on Tuesday (October 5, 2021).

Bereavement Thanks

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McGILLIVRAY, Graeme.

Robyn, Tanya, Debra and families would like to extend our sincere thanks for the love and support, phone calls, cooking, cards and beautiful flowers, during this difficult time.

Special thanks to the Ambulance Service, Letts Funeral Services and celebrant Kathy McKimm for their care and compassion.

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PEEL, Mervyn Geoffrey.

09/11/1937 - 12/10/2020.

You are no longer with us, but you live on in our hearts.

Love Kath, Greg, Fiona, Karl and families.

GIPPSLAND CRICKET LEAGUE DRAWS 2021-2022 Pool A: Sale-Maffra, Latrobe Valley, Bairnsdale Pool B:Traralgon District, Warragul District,

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RAVEN, (nee Hanratty).

Due to current restrictions, a Private Funeral Service for Mrs Teresa Joan Raven will be held at the Maffra Community Church TODAY (Tuesday October 12, 2021) commencing at 1pm, followed by interment at the Maffra Lawn Cemetery.

Please visit our website for the livestream of Teresa's service.

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SALE footballer Jack Leslie was named at full back in the VFL Team of the Year for 2021.

The former Gold Coast player returned to the VFL in 2019 after six seasons with the Suns where he amassed 28 games.

While the 2020 season was unfortunately cut short because of the pandemic, it was an opportunity for players to show their skills, with the key defender in good company.

The VFL Team of the Year was jampacked with ex-AFL players such as Leslie, who joined 10 others in making up the team.

Leslie played three games for Sale in the Gippsland League this season and was named in the best on two occassions.

Leslie's Williamstown teammate Charlie Dean won the FothergillRound-Mitchell Medal, named for the three men who’ve completed the Liston-Brownlow double, and looks a strong possibility of being picked up in the AFL draft.

New tables a welcome inclusion for Keenagers

THE Gippsland Cricket League fixture for the 2021-22 season has been announced.

Like last season, the senior and under 18 competition has been split into two pools.

The pools system is a result of COVID19 limiting the number of games that can be played.

Ordinarily, the GCL season sees all six Gippsland associations in region seven compete against each other.

A name change has also occurred, with the senior competition now known as the ‘premier division’.

Traralgon is the reigning premier in the men’s league, while Sale-Maffra holds the title in the under 18s and womens.

The Sharks have won the previous two GCL under 18 flags and played in the last five grand finals.

Sale-Maffra has also won three of the past four women’s GCL grand finals.

The SMCA men’s side has been a powerhouse of the senior competition in recent seasons, wining four titles from 2015-16 to 2019-20.

The Sharks crashed last season, claiming the wooden spoon, and will be eager to make amends.

Please see our website for Livestream details.

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Leslie named in back six for VFL Team of the Year

Games are played as doubles, there are no teams, and players swap between tables during the session.

People can arrive at a time that suits them, leave or have a break from playing at any time.

Sale Keenagers play table tennis Monday and Thursday mornings from 8.30am to 11am at the badminton courts complex on Cobains Rd, Sale.

The main priority is for people to enjoy a few hours of exercise and socialise.

New members are always welcome.

GCL 2021-22 fixture released

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No flowers by request, donations in Teresa's memory to Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation can be made at www.ocrf.com.au

Enjoying a game on one of the new table tennis tables is Judy Richards, Robyn Windle, Ross Mathieson and Peter Nikiton.

SALE Keenagers Table Tennis Club recently bought two new roll out table tennis tables from Intersports Sale, thanks to a Wellington Shire Council grant.

Organised through the council’s Quick Response Grants program, the tables make it easier and safer for members to set up and put away the tables.

These tables will replace the previous tables that were heavy and required lifting into position.

Keenagers table tennis is designed for older people.

WSOL (Butterworth) A private requiem mass for the repose of the soul of Ms Irene Mary Wsol (Butterworth) will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Sale at 1pm TOMORROW (Wednesday October 13, 2021), followed by interment at the Sale Cemetery.

In Memoriam

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Leongatha District

GCL PREMIER DIVISION

Round 1, Sunday, November 28 2021: Sale-Maffra vs Latrobe Valley Traralgon District vs Warragul District Round 2, Sunday, December 12 2021: Bairnsdale vs Sale-Maffra Leongatha District vs Traralgon District Round 3, Sunday, January 23 2022: Latrobe Valley vs Bairnsdale Warragul District vs Leongatha District Final, Sunday, February 6 2022: Top of Pool A vs Top of Pool B

The Gippsland Goannas fields teams in Over 50s, Over 60s and Over 70s.

Veteran cricketers wanted

THE Gippsland Goannas Veterans Cricket Club is anticipating playing some cricket from about mid-November.

The Goannas will once again participate in Veteran’s Cricket Victoria’s Sunday competitions.

Currently the Goannas are looking for new recruits in all age groups, with the possibility of needing to play games in each of the age divisions on some days this coming season.

Practice night will still be Wednesday, from about 4.45pm, and if the weather is fine outdoor practice will take place at the Glengarry Cricket Club nets, while if inclement, practice will take place indoors at the Bundalaguah Cricket Club.

Potential recruits for the coming season should phone secretary Ian Gibson on 0427 376 776 for all information.

GCL WOMEN’S

(all played as 40 over matches) Round 1, Sunday November 28 2021: Leongatha District vs Sale-Maffra Traralgon District vs Latrobe Valley Round 2, Sunday, December 12 2021: Latrobe Valley vs Leongatha District Sale-Maffra vs Traralgon District Round 3, Sunday January 23 2022: Leongatha District vs Traralgon District Latrobe Valley vs Sale-Maffra Final, Sunday February 6 2022: First vs second

GCL UNDER 18

Round 1, Sunday, November 28 2021: Sale-Maffra vs Latrobe Valley Traralgon District vs Warragul District Round 2, Sunday December 12 2021: Bairnsdale vs Sale-Maffra Leongatha District vs Traralgon District Round 3, Sunday, January 23 2022: Latrobe Valley vs Bairnsdale Warragul District vs Leongatha District Final, Sunday, February 6, 2022: Top of Pool A vs Top of Pool B

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High End strolls to victory in Vic Bred Maiden Series Final Gregor Mactaggart SALE played host to a rare day greyhound meeting on Sunday.

The highlight of the program was the GRV Vic Bred Maiden Series Final (440m).

Favourite backers were all smiles after High End lived up to expectations with a dominant performance to collect the $8000 first prize.

A son of My Redeemer, High End ($2.20fav) jumped straight to the lead from box eight and never gave his rivals a look-in, strolling home to score by a commanding 4½ length margin.

High End took his career record to two wins from three starts for Devon Meadows trainer Peter Presutto and bigger things certainly look in store for the talented chaser.

Night Wonder, prepared at Tanjil South by Kate Gorman, ran a game second with 50-1 shot Dr Fraya putting value into the trifectas after nailing third place.

Three heats of the Restricted Win series were contested.

The quickest time was produced by Gold Skulltula, trained at Catani by Graham Jose.

An emerging son of Ritza Lenny, Gold Skulltula ($1.80fav) always sat handy from box one and packed too much punch late for Jet Like Rico.

West Gippsland produced the second heat winner with Golden Skyrocket ($1.70fav) bolting in by 5 ½ lengths in 24.98 seconds for Tynong North trainer Gavin Clifton.

Aston Matrice won the third heat in 25.24 seconds for Yinnar South trainer Ben Joske.

Racing continued at Sale Greyhound Racing Club on Sunday.

The Joske clan enjoyed two winners on the program after Whistling Bullet lived up to her name with a slashing performance in the Sale Motor Group Mixed 4/5 (440m).

Whistling Bullet ($2.10fav) has now won 16 of her 60 career starts.

Another greyhound in fine form is Seaspray trainer Barry Harper’s charge Omega Tyson.

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Omega Tyson powered to the line late in the Gippsland Veterinary Hospital Mixed 4/5 (520m) to seal his eighth career win at start 19 in 29.56 seconds.

The McMahon kennel prepared two winners.

Zeki belied his $11.30 starting price with a stylish 7½ length win in the James Yeates Printing Grade 7 (440m) for William McMahon, while Emily

McMahon’s Dr Danika scored a six length triumph in the Kwik Tip Bins Grade 5 (520m).

Other winners on the program were Wild Bob (Donald Rhodes, Heyfield), Paige’s Diamond (Susan Northway, Heyfield), Jayville Menace (Todd Chatwin, Johnsonville) and Beers On Brody (Jeff Gorgioski, Devon Meadows).

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and she bought in photos, leads and muzzles that we put on display.

“Thank you once again as I am sure you are aware it has been very tough for our residents in aged care with so many restrictions on visitors.

“It was nice for the residents to have something different to look forward to and participate in.”

Another Sale community group was also a beneficiary, with Wilson Lodge winning $400 for coming third.

Coming in second place was Interchange Wonthaggi which scored $800, while a consolation prize of $100 went to Moe Life Skills.

There is one more Great Chase event to come for 2021, which will be held tomorrow for community groups associated with The Meadows, Sandown

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had been randomly allocated to them.

Ashleigh House, Sale, was the lucky community group that walked away with the top prize of $1200.

Chris Beckham and Donna Quine from Ashleigh House were both on the Zoom call and expressed their joy about the win.

“We had around 30 to 40 residents and staff watching the races. We organised a takeaway lunch and face painting, so we could replicate the days at Sale which we have attended on many occasions,” Donna explained.

“Our residents really got into the spirit of the day, and we gave away beanies for the best cheering.

“We have a staff member who races greyhounds

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All groups involved in the 2021 Great Chase will be invited to the Great Chase grand final to be held virtually on Wednesday, October 20.

Eight lucky groups will be randomly drawn and allocated a greyhound in the grand final and share in $24,000 in prize money, courtesy of GRV and the TAB, including $10,000 to go to the group matched to the winning dog.

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THE second Greyhound Racing Victoria TAB Great Chase event for 2021 was held via Zoom last week in support of Victoria’s disability sector.

More than 30 community groups based across Gippsland logged on to watch the races, and for the chance to share in $2500 in prize money.

In 2021, the Great Chase is being conducted virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

However, the pandemic did not stop groups sharing in the fun, including cheering on greyhounds that

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