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Loch Sport LakeView Bar and Bistro owner Peter Arsenijevic has gone the extra mile to make patrons comfortable enough to dine in again. With Melbourne visitors making up 85 per cent of his business, he is confident once Melbourne restrictions are lifted, pent-up demand will bring visitors back. Full story, page 3. Photo: Liz Bell

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PREMIER Daniel Andrews has announced tighter face covering restrictions and an increased fine to target mass gatherings, as regional Victoria records no COVID-19 cases from unknown sources in the past 14 days. While scarves, bandanas and face shields may have been accepted methods of mandatory face coverings, they will no longer meet the requirement which has now been in place across Victoria for eight weeks. People will soon need to ensure they wear fitted face masks that securely cover the nose and mouth. People have two weeks to transition to fitted face masks, before those flouting the new rules qualify for a $200 fine. Plastic face shields on their own will not be enough, but will be able to be used to protect eyes in conjunction with fitted face masks. “Some of the concessions we made as we adjusted to this new normal — things like wearing a scarf or a bandana or a face shield — will no longer apply,” Mr Andrews said. “As I’ve said before, wearing a face covering is a small sacrifice — but it makes a huge difference in keeping all of us safe. “We would recommend a two-ply mask, but again, face coverings, masks — anything is better than nothing — but a shield is akin to not wearing a face covering.” The Premier said the mask requirement would not be ending any time soon. “We do know particularly as we get into the warmer months that the degree of discomfort associated with them potentially gets higher, but the benefit is really clear,” he said. Mr Andrews said the exact circumstances in which masks could be best

used — such as in workplaces and the outdoors — were “not settled”, adding he’d defer to the experts at the appropriate time. Resources such as badges and printouts are available via the Department of Health and Human Services website for people unable to wear face coverings for valid reasons, such as people who are hard of hearing or deaf and need to remove their face coverings for better communication. There will be higher on-the-spot fines for breaching rules about visitors to people’s home and outdoor gatherings, with the Premier announcing on Sunday a nearly $5000 fine for those caught at unlawful outdoor or indoor gatherings. Currently in regional Victoria, public gatherings with up to 10 people outdoors can take place, and up to five visitors from exclusively one other household can visit people in their homes. “If you’re having a party at your house, that is not lawful — that puts everything at risk,” he said. “If a call is made to the police assistance line — and there’s been many of them, many of them over these months — or if police are out on routine patrol and there are an inordinate number of cars parked out the front of your home, then you may well get a knock on your door. “There will be no warnings, there will be no $1652 fine — it’s almost $5000. “This is a very significant penalty. “We don’t make this decision lightly, but no-one has the right to put everything Victorians have done at risk by going and potentially spreading this virus one family to the other. “We are so close, so, so close to beating this thing, and it is just not appropriate to be going and visiting friends.” The Premier said he understood people wanted to see their family and friends, but the evidence pointed to the home Continued page 3

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The visitors will come back Liz Bell

LOCH Sport LakeView Bar and Bistro owner Peter Arsenijevic says there isn’t much more he could do to protect his customers and make his venue COVID safe. “It’s as safe as it can be,” he says, after spending up big to renovate and reinvigorate the lakeside hotel. In the race to meet health and safety standards brought in to stop the spread, pubs, cafés and restaurants have been working overtime to ensure their venues can accommodate enough patrons to make opening worthwhile, while at the same time adhering to the strict social distancing and hygiene requirements. Like many others, Peter and his wife Tanya have gone the extra mile to make patrons comfortable enough to dine in again, including refurbishing the dining areas and installing no-touch washroom facilities. But with Victoria hit by a cold spell that has seen daytime temperatures plummet to as low as 11, al fresco dining hasn’t yet brought the crowds back as quickly as eateries had hoped. Peter says he’s not too worried, and feels that once Melbourne restrictions are lifted, tourists will flock back in droves. “People from Melbourne make up 85 per cent of my business,” he said. “They are waiting to come back, so we know it will get busy again.” Peter and Tanya are among the lucky venue owners who have enough space to fill the quota of 20 diners over two areas inside, and 50 outside. Getting venues upgraded for the new outdoor dining push has been a costly exercise, but there is help available for businesses around the state who are eligible. The Victorian government’s Outdoor Eating and

Entertainment Package will provide $87.5 million to councils and businesses outside of Melbourne’s CBD to make widespread outdoor dining safe, practical and a reality this summer. That includes $58 million in grants of up to $5000 to help hospitality businesses pay for practical items such as umbrellas, outdoor furniture, screens and other equipment, and there will be state government spending on training, advertising, and the other supports businesses will need for a café culture outdoors. The grants will be available to licensed and unlicensed cafés, restaurants, takeaway food businesses, pubs, taverns, bars and clubs with a payroll of less than $3 million — with more than 11,000 businesses eligible to benefit. Funding of $29.5 million will be provided to local councils to help them implement swift and streamlined permit, enforcement and monitoring processes to support expanded outdoor dining in the third step to reopening. Metropolitan councils and regional city councils will be eligible for up to $500,000 in assistance, while rural councils will be eligible for up to $250,000. This money can also be passed on to businesses in the form of reducing or waiving permit fees, or spent on infrastructure such as streetscaping and lighting. Small and medium businesses will be able to apply for $30 million in grants to pay for equipment, convert spaces like rooftops and courtyards into hospitality zones and remodel internal layouts to allow for the better flow of patrons. But for most regional restaurants and cafés which rely on tourism, they can only hope that Melbourne jumps to ‘step three’ earlier than October 19, when numbers for gatherings and hospitality will increase and there will be no restrictions on leaving home.

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From page 1 environment being one of the most risky environments to spread COVID-19. “When people let their guard down, when there is a degree of informality, there is no distancing, there’s not the cleaning at that kind of industrial level, that’s when this virus gets away from you, and one big family, or a small family, visiting another, and another and another, does nothing but potentially spread this virus,” he said. Metropolitan Melbourne has now shifted to step two of the state government’s plan, and its curfew was lifted at 5am Monday. The limit of one person per household visiting the supermarket once a day has also been scrapped across Melbourne, and five people from across two households can now meet up in public places within five kilometres of their house. Melburnian outdoor sporting facilities remain closed, but people can exercise for up to two hours within five kilometres of their home or workplace without accessing a facility. Pursuits can include hiking or fishing. Ahead of time, Melbourne is now scheduled to move to step three in three weeks, on October 19. The Premier said while the state was at least a week ahead of schedule concerning the government’s plan, the government would no longer be speaking in terms of dates, focusing instead on case numbers, but clarified steps would still not transition earlier than three weeks apart. At the time the Gippsland Times went to print, there were 292 cases active in Victoria — eight of which were in regional Victoria. On Friday, a new case appeared for east

People will soon have to wear fitted masks in Victoria. Face shields, bandanas and scarves will no longer be acceptable. Gippsland, but the Department of Health and Human Services acknowledged two cases linked to regional Victorian addresses were associated with cases currently living in metropolitan Melbourne. “These cases have not been in regional Victoria in recent weeks, and both acquired COVID-19 in metropolitan Melbourne,” a statement read. Yesterday morning, the DHHS reported five new cases and three deaths on Sunday. Regional Victoria recorded no active cases with unknown sources, and a rolling 14-day average of 0.6. Melbourne had an average of 20.3, with 31 active cases of an unknown source. Regional Victoria will remain in step three until Melbourne meets its step two and three targets. Then, the whole of Victoria will move to the last step of the plan as one, when there are no new cases for 14 days in Victoria, before transitioning into COVID normal when there are no cases for 28 days.

Rosedale man to face court over fatal collision A 34-YEAR-old Rosedale man has been charged in relation to a fatal collision in Nambrok last year. The two-car collision happened on October 15, 2019, at the intersection of Denison and Sale-Toongabbie Rds, just after 6.30pm. The victim, a 35-year-old Toongabbie man, died at the scene. The driver of the second vehicle, the Rosedale man, has been charged with dangerous driving causing death, failing to give way and careless driving, and was bailed to a filing hearing at the Sale Magistrates’ Court today.

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A 19-YEAR-old Stratford man has now had his car impounded for the third time in two months when he was caught driving without a licence in Maffra. Stratford police impounded the Ford ute after the man was seen driving in Little Johnson St on Saturday afternoon. Stratford police had previously impounded his unregistered Mitsubishi four-wheel drive in Stratford last month, and Wellington Highway Patrol impounded his unregistered Holden sedan in Sale after it was involved in a collision earlier this month. The man is expected to be charged on summons for numerous offences including unlicensed driving, using an unregistered vehicle and displaying false number plates.

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Daylight saving will begin this weekend. Clocks will officially be turned forward an hour at 2am Sunday morning. Of course most people will find it easier to simply turn their clocks forward before they go to bed Saturday night. Phones should adjust automatically, as long as the automatic network time and time zone settings are on — but if it’s critical to be out of bed at a particular hour on Sunday, it may be time to drag out the old alarm clock to make sure.

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Hoon driving in Stratford STRATFORD police are seeking help after reports of a vehicle hooning around Stratford about 10.30pm Friday night. A short time later, Stratford police detected a vehicle allegedly travelling at 157 kilometres per hour on the Maffra-Stratford Rd, but were unable to intercept it. Soon after, a vehicle is believed to have lost control at the Maffra-Sale Rd roundabout in Maffra, but left the scene before police arrived. It is not clear if the three incidents are related. People with information should phone Stratford police on 5145 6404, or the police assistance line on 131 444.

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AN increase in dog walking at Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve is causing concern for the welfare of native wildlife, including rare birds that rely on the reserve for vital habitat. Parks Victoria rangers have had numerous complaints during the past six weeks of dog walking incidents in the reserve. Parks Victoria authorised officers are stepping up compliance work in the reserve from spring through to autumn to enforce environmental protection laws. Parks Victoria authorised officer Paula Dower said there were plenty of places to go for walks with dogs, but people should respect Victoria’s protected areas and only take dogs to places they

were allowed. “The Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve is a spectacular place to walk, but we need to work together to ensure it remains a special and safe place for our wildlife, so that people can enjoy seeing them in years to come,” she said. “Instead of taking your dog to the reserve, head to the walking tracks at nearby Lake Guyatt and Lake Guthridge and be sure to keep your dog on a lead.” The Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve is part of the Gippsland Lakes Ramsar site, an internationally protected wetland of ecological importance. As the only freshwater wetland within the

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Free thermometers for Wellington businesses WELLINGTON Shire Council has begun delivering contactless infrared thermometers for free to businesses across the shire, to help in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to social distancing and hand hygiene, contactless thermometers serve as a key measure that can be taken at businesses to stop the spread of the virus. The thermometers allow a check for fever to be

carried out from a safe distance and can be used to conduct daily temperature checks on employees. They are available to businesses that employ at least five staff members onsite who work at the same time and place, and that have not been able to procure a contactless thermometer from suppliers. Thermometers are limited to one per business site per 20 employees.

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of council’s Get It Sorted and Self Sufficiency in the Suburbs programs. The Garage Sale Trail is coming to Wellington Shire towns on November 21 and 22 (COVID19 restrictions may result in the event moving online), and registrations are open now. About 400,000 Australians took part in the Garage Sale Trail last year, buying and selling pre-loved items. An estimated three million kilograms of items were saved from going to landfill. Residents can attend online master classes to help them reduce, reuse and recycle.

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EIGHT major events in Gippsland will share $210,000 to help revive local towns affected by the summer bushfires and a drop in visitor numbers because of the coronavirus. Wellington Shire Council will receive $30,000 from the federal government for marketing and holding four key events — Sale Music Festival, Heyfield Food and Wine Festival, the Tinamba Food and Wine Festival, and the Maffra Mardi Gras street carnival and parade. The Bruthen Blues Arts and Music Festival, Paynesville Music Festival, Wild Harvest Seafood Festival in Mallacoota and the new East Gippsland Winter Festival will all receive welcome support to boost the region’s economic recovery, with Destination Gippsland to receive $180,000 to market and promote the events. Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said bushfires and coronavirus had had a major effect on Gippsland’s visitor economy. “Unfortunately, organisers were this year forced to cancel or postpone most of these great local events due to the fires or the virus,” he said. “This government money will help attract visitors back to our towns and showcase local arts and entertainment, producers and great Gippsland hospitality. “These key events will draw people out of their homes, and the money they spend will generate much-needed income for local businesses and support local jobs. “Right now, we don’t know whether we will be able to gather in large groups in the months ahead or if we will be able to have visitors from Melbourne, but it is important we remain positive, plan ahead and do whatever we can to support our communities, businesses and jobs.” The funding was secured through the Regional Tourism Bushfire Recovery Grants program, which forms part of the federal government’s $76 million bushfire tourism recovery package. The grants program is funded as part of the National Bushfire Recovery Agency Fund, and is administered by Austrade.

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UNITING is encouraging people struggling with the basics such as putting food on the table to give it a call. Uniting Gippsland executive officer Di Fisher said the organisation could help with providing food and other necessities. “We are able to provide grocery items and other essentials to those who — for whatever reason — are having difficulty accessing the food and supplies that they need,” she said. “We can also provide links to other services. “It is a really uncertain time for many individuals and families at the moment. We know there are many people out there who have not had to ask for help and might be unsure how or who to ask. “We want those people — and anyone who needs help — to know they can contact us for confidential support.” For help or more information, phone the Sale office on 5144 7777.

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GIPPSLAND climate action campaigners are appealing to local MPs Darren Chester and Russell Broadbent to help reduce global warming. East Gippsland Climate Action Network’s Angela Crunden acknowledged the local representatives were bound by Coalition climate policy, but urged them to work within the Coalition to help bring about climate policy change. “It would be a titanic struggle,” she said. “Both of these politicians are popular in their electorates and are capable of providing the leadership required to get action. “Look at Darren’s efforts on fire recovery and Russell’s recent comments on aged care. “We know that as party members, they are under pressure to support Coalition policy to accept expansion of coal and gas extraction, and inaction on global warming. “These are strategies that will raise global temperatures four degrees Celsius by 2100.” Ms Crunden said the public could do its bit through recycling, Landcare, making homes more energy efficient and using solar panels, but the public couldn’t do it on its own. “We need the MPs we elected to represent us to help change Canberra’s mind,” she said. “We must have a federal plan to reach net

A peaceful climate protest was held out the front of Gippsland MHR Darren Chester’s Sale office earlier this year, as a coalition of Extinction Rebellion and climate action supporters rallied for a response to climate change. File photo zero emissions, with support for acting urgently across the nation. Gippsland climate activists will gather this Saturday to send a message to local MPs to join in helping to change Australia’s climate policy. “COVID-19 will seem like a walk in the park

if we don’t act soon and decisively on climate,” Ms Crunden said. “Bushfires here and in the USA, plummeting insect populations and powerful, destructive weather events are clear, terrifying warnings. “We can’t afford these nightmares to continue.”

Snakes beginning to emerge locally AS the days become warmer, snakes are beginning to emerge to bask in the sun and search for food and mates. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning senior wildlife management officer Lachlan Clarke said sunny weather also meant it was more likely people would encounter snakes. “Snake species commonly found in Gippsland include the Red-bellied Black Snake, Eastern Brown, Tiger Snakes and Lowland Copperheads,” he said. “These four species are venomous, but it is rare for them to bite people. “Most snake bites occur when people try to capture or kill a snake. “Snakes can be known to bite animals, such as dogs, if they feel threatened. “If your dog or cat encounters a snake, the best course of action is to remove your pet from the area or tie it up while the snake passes,and if you suspect your pet has been bitten take it to a vet immediately.” Mr Clarke said snakes were generally quite shy and preferred to keep away from people. Often when a snake was found in a backyard it was because it was moving through the area to other habitat. “Being aware that snakes may be around and

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Eastern Brown Snake. Photo: Rene Martens being informed about how to react to them is very important at this time of year,” Mr Clarke said. He said when left alone, snakes presented little or no danger to people. People who see snakes are advised to keep calm, move away from the area and not attempt to capture or harm them. To make yards less attractive to snakes, maintain lawns and clean up around houses, as snakes are attracted to shelter such as piles of rocks and timber, sheets of metal, and building materials.

It is also advisable to undertake first aid training and ensure first aid kits contain several compression bandages. If someone is bitten, phone 000 immediately. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and it is illegal to capture, harm, or kill them. DELWP says reports of people wilfully destroying protected wildlife will be investigated. For more advice about snakes, phone DELWP on 136 186.

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GIPPSLANDERS will have access to ultra-fast broadband as part of a $4.5 billion spend on upgrading the National Broadband Network. The network spend will give up to 75 per cent of fixed line premises across regional and metropolitan Australia access to broadband by 2023. Gippsland MHR Darren Chester has welcomed the announcement, saying it would support those looking to work from home or establish businesses in regional areas. “2020 has really highlighted the many benefits of living in the regions and how technology has advanced to a stage where working from home or remotely is a real possibility,” Mr Chester said. “There has been the realisation that you don’t have to live near the city and have a crowded commute every day to your city office. “I am already hearing from Gippsland real estate agents and builders that there is demand for properties from Melbourne buyers who are looking for a regional area to call home.” Mr Chester said upgrades to telecommunications infrastructure such as the NBN would allow more people to move to the region and have reliable connectivity.

The National Broadband Network will be upgraded, giving 75 per cent of fixed line premises access to fast broadband by 2023. “I am a huge supporter of decentralisation, and connectivity is an essential component of this.Those

“Now is the time to invest in our regional community infrastructure and ensure we have the connectivity Gippslanders, and those moving to Gippsland, need. “Investing in our regions will not only boost local infrastructure and support local jobs, but it will also strengthen the case for decentralisation.” Mr Chester said improving and upgrading existing infrastructure would keep more Gippslanders employed. “The NBN upgrade will create 25,000 new jobs across the country,including 16,600 jobs in industries such as construction, engineering, project management, transport and retail trade,” he said. “It is important we continue to grow our local workforce and keep Gippslanders in jobs to support our local economy as we recover from the impacts of the drought, bushfires and coronavirus. “I will continue to advocate for improved services and infrastructure for Gippsland to improve local accessibility and attractiveness of our region.”

living regionally need fast and reliable internet,” he said.

School camps can welcome back students

SCHOOL camps will return in term four along with face-to-face learning for schools in regional and rural Victoria, following health advice they are safe to resume. Education Minister James Merlino said camps would be limited to single schools and could only take place in regional and rural Victoria, in line with health advice. He said school camps provided learning opportunities for students, including teamwork, resilience and confidence-building through challenge, problem-solving, connecting with nature, creative and imaginative play, and coordination and strength. “School camps are an important part of a student’s education and they will also provide a much-needed boost for school camp programs and accommodation providers across our regions,” Mr Merlino said. “Since regional Victoria took the step to ease restrictions, we have been working with schools and health experts on enabling school camps to occur.”

Prep to Grade 6 students in standalone primary schools in regional and rural Victoria will return to on-site learning from Monday, October 5, with schools able to stagger the return of different year levels, depending on local circumstances. Year 11 and 12 students and year 10 students studying VCE and VCAL subjects can also attend on-site for the General Achievement Test and essential assessments during this week. Students in prep to grade 6 in prep to year 12 schools in regional and rural Victoria will return to on-site learning from Thursday, October 8, and all other students — including years 7 to 10 and VCE and VCAL students — will return to on-site learning from Monday, October 12. Schools have the flexibility to stagger the return of students, depending on local circumstances. “Our schools have shown remarkable resilience throughout the year, and we’re hoping to deliver students in regional and rural Victoria as normal a term four as possible,” Mr Merlino said. School communities across Victoria will continue

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A philosophy discussion on pandemic

MAFFRA Association of Philosophyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s October seminar will include a paper on COVID-19 and Heidegger, presented by Dr Dirk Maclean. Discussion will involve Heideggerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two forms of attitudes toward death â&#x20AC;&#x201D; fear and horror. Between these two models of attitude towards death, there is a fundamental choice of a person on how to exist further, authentically or unauthentically. The Zoom conference will be held from 11am this Saturday, October 3. The meeting ID is 715 1709 2226, and the passcode is 3Ld08x.

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Works have been undertaken on the Reeve Landing Jetty on Bullock Island.

FISHERS in Lakes Entrance now have a bigger, safer spot to wet a line thanks to an upgrade of Reeve Landing Jetty on Bullock Island. Victorian Fisheries Authority chief executive Travis Dowling said works were undertaken by Gippsland Ports, which had added a six by four metre extension to provide more space for anglers targeting bream, crabs and Australian salmon. Other features include new handrails and a non-slip base to increase safety. A trio of seats will be installed in coming weeks. The $50,000 project was funded through the Recreational Fishing Grants Program, which invests fishing licence fees into projects that make a difference. The jetty provides easy access to the Gippsland Lakes, which the VFA says

will be returned to a recreational fishing mecca under the Draft Gippsland Lakes Recreational Fishery Plan. The draft plan outlines six steps to enhance the health of the fishery, including fish stocking, proposed changes to bag and size limits for black bream and improved fish habitat and waterway health. Removing commercial netting is also a key part of the plan, and was achieved in April this year, 12 months ahead of schedule, delivering on a key commitment of the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $35 million Target One Million plan. The VFA is encouraging fishers to read more about the draft plan and provide feedback during the consultation phase, which runs until October 28. The draft plan and more information is available at vfa.vic.gov.au/gippslandlakes

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Philip Hopkins LEADING forestry experts have called for the certification of all Australian forests to find out how well our forests, including national parks and reserves, are managed. Consultant Rob de Fegeley AM and Ric Sinclair, managing director of Forest and Wood Products Australia, said all forest management in Australia, including conservation reserves and small forest holdings, should be independently certified under internationally recognised sustainability criteria. Currently, only production forests are certified. Mr de Fegeley has had numerous forestry leadership positions, including chair of the Forest Industry Advisory Council, which urged the federal government to push for full certification. Mr Sinclair, who spoke in a personal capacity and not as FWPA chief, reiterated what he said at a major forestry conference eight years ago. Mr de Fegely said the FIAC supported the global independent certification bodies, PEFC, whose Australian body is Responsible Wood, and the Forest Stewardship Council, which had already certified production in native forests and plantations. Mr Sinclair said during the past 30 years, large areas of forest had been set aside in reserves, with no mechanism to assess whether reserves were achieving the desired for conservation outcome. “FSC and Responsible Wood (previously Australian Forestry Standard) have the potential to certify forest reserve management practices and provide confidence that the reserves are being appropriately managed,” he said. Mr de Fegely said more was known about production forestry than forest area outside production. Certification would inform a whole-of-landscape approach that would include water quality and catchment, biodiversity, invasive pests, weed and disease risk, and the potential effects of future climate and fire regimes. “It would ensure equitable treatment of forests in a tenure-blind manner, and measurement and monitoring of management objectives for all forests,” he said. “There is a general acceptance that once a national park is declared, then everything is OK, but without some form of monitoring, no-one can tell. “It is about questioning — are our parks working to protect threatened species? “Certification would assist as it would then set some key performance indicators for parks to be measured by in the same way that production forests are measured.” In Victoria, consultant Gary Featherston, who is

registered to assess both PEFC and FSC certification, said the state government’s policy was for VicForests to get FSC certification. “But then they did the analysis, they couldn’t because a lot of the requirements for the standard are provided by the Department of Environment, Land,Water and Planning, not VicForests,” he said in a recent interview. “VicForests is just a glorified harvesting and regeneration contractor. “They don’t own the land; they only manage it for five years then hand it back. “To demonstrate sustainable management, you’ve got to have the landowner and the land manager involved. “That’s the Crown and DELWP. “They (VicForests) could only then go for Controlled Wood.” Mr Featherston said VicForests still could not be FSC certified because it was not an integrated body, not responsible for weed control, recreation or native title — “all the other things you have to do; DELWP is responsible for all that”. Mr Featherston said when VicForests was set up, he urged certification for the whole timber allocation area, but they decided only to get certified for the timber harvesting plan. “It’s harder to demonstrate holistic management on a smaller area,” he said. “Ideally, it should be the state of Victoria that gets certified because they are the owner of the land. “The other irony is that national parks are not certified.” A Victorian parliamentary inquiry three years ago found that invasive animals were expanding in number and distribution across the state. Parks Victoria manages a system of more than 100 parks totalling about 3.4 million hectares. The inquiry said invasive animals — feral cats, foxes, dogs, horses, rabbits, goats and pigs — were damaging the environment, hurting agriculture and reducing liveability. “In many cases, invasive animals spread from Crown land onto private land, where they can damage property, kill livestock and consume pasture and crops,” the report said. “Evidence suggests that these problems are becoming worse in many parts of Victoria.” Victoria’s Legislative Council Environment and Planning Committee is now conducting an inquiry into ecosystem decline in Victoria. It is looking at the decline of Victoria’s biodiversity and ways to restore habitats and populations of threatened and endangered species. Submissions have now closed, and the report date has been extended from October 30 until April 30 next year.

Chester supports freedom of information bid on timber ban GIPPSLAND MHR Darren Chester is supporting efforts to uncover the reasoning behind the state government’s decision to halt all native timber logging by 2030. The Native Timber Taskforce lodged a freedom of information request to the government for the scientific basis behind its policy decision. Taskforce members include Wellington and East Gippsland shire councils, Timber Towns Victoria, Australian Sustainable Hardwoods, Radial Timbers and the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union. Mr Chester said the reasons for the government’s decision must be made public. “We have a world-class timber industry in Victoria where 94 per cent of forest is protected and a small proportion of native forests is harvested each year under VicForests’ control,” Mr Chester said. “Forests are then allowed to regenerate in a sustainable cycle over 80 years. “It’s the ultimate renewable industry — young growing trees absorb more carbon dioxide compared to mature forests and the timber is harvested according to the strictest standards in the world. “Gippsland timber mills have invested in new technology to add value to the harvested trees by manufacturing products that are in high demand. “Wood that once ended up as waste or low value wood chips is now joined and glued to make high

Gippsland MHR Darren Chester has thrown his support behind efforts to find out the reasons behind a state government decision to halt native forest logging by 2030. value products sought after by homeowners and the construction sector. “This change in state government policy is gut-wrenching for hard working families in the timber industry and Gippsland small business owners. “We all deserve to know the scientific basis on which this decision was made. “I suspect Premier Andrews made the call based on city politics, not science.” The taskforce has lodged its FOI requests with both the Department of Premier and Cabinet and Agriculture Minister. A decision on valid requests should be made within 30 to 45 days.

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Escape COVID by losing yourself in a good book WELLINGTON Shire Council’s libraries, currently closed because of COVID-19 restrictions, have found creative ways to keep locals reading, with online magazines and the click and deliver service. Now, those services have been expanded. ‘Click and deliver’ has been joined by ‘click and collect’, which allows patrons to order books via the library catalogue, email, or phone, then collect them from the front of their library. And the libraries’ digital magazine collection has been expanded from 45 titles to 3400 titles. Click and deliver will remain while libraries are closed to patrons. It lets residents use the library catalogue to choose books, which are then delivered to their doors. Children’s take-home packs, aimed at ages five to 12, will be available during the school holidays (for delivery with children’s book requests only). The packs cover themes such as healthy eating and sustainability, and contain activities, pencils or marker pens, and library information. Click and collect enables patrons to request books for collection from outside the library entrance at agreed times during opening hours. Libraries can be emailed at library@wellington. vic.gov.au or by phone — Heyfield on 5148 2644 Maffra 5147 1052, Rosedale 5199 254, Sale 5142 3575, Stratford 5145 6403 and Yarram 5182 5135. The expanded libraries’ digital magazines collection has titles from around the world, in multiple languages. Titles include Caravan & Motorhome,Women’s Weekly, Men’s Health, Rolling Stone, Better Homes & Gardens, National Geographic and Vogue, and can be read on desktop or mobile devices by downloading the RBDigital app for Apple or Android devices. For more information, phone 5142 3146 or email

LIFELINE Gippsland is looking for Gippsland residents to take part in a new project which aims to improve people’s awareness of, and access to, alcohol and drug information, resources and services. Lifeline Gippsland chief executive Michelle Possingham said there were many organisations out there for people affected by alcohol and drugs, and a lot of information and resources available to help them. “What we need to find out is whether people know about those resources, how easy they are to access when people need help, and whether there are any gaps that need to be filled,” she said. “This project is an opportunity for people who have ‘been there themselves’ with alcohol or drugs to make a real difference for others who might find themselves in the same situation”. People can participate in the project in different ways, depending on how much time they have and what they feel comfortable with. These include taking part in a one-on-one interview or small group discussion over the phone or online using Zoom. If they prefer, they can simply complete a survey in their own time and have their say that way. The survey can be completed online via www. surveymonkey.com/r/5GSMZPL

The project is supported by the Gippsland Primary Health Network and the Victorian

A new project will provide an opportunity for people who have ‘been there themselves’ with alcohol or drugs to make a difference for others who are in similar situations. government. People interested in participating in the project, or needing a printed copy of the survey, should contact Pat Lovelock at Lifeline Gippsland on 5136 3500 or email pat.lovelock@llg.org.au for more information. Participants must be aged over 18, and all enquiries will be strictly confidential.

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Gippsland MHR Darren Chester is urging people to explore Gippsland and capture photos for inclusion in his 2021 #lovegippsland calendar competition. The theme for next year’s calendar is ‘The Colours of Gippsland’. Entries close on October 15.

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People are urged to get snapping for calendar

Despite the easing of restrictions regionally, visitor arrangements at CGH remain in place as directed by the Department of Health and Human Services. Visiting hours are between 2.30 – 3.30pm. Only 1 visitor over the age of 16 per patient per day during the visiting hour window. Face masks must be worn by all visitors and outpatients over the age of 12 (you will be provided with one on entry or can bring your own cloth mask). There are some exceptions, including for support people within the labour ward, so please do not hesitate to contact the hospital if you need your situation clarified.

LOCAL MP Darren Chester is urging keen photographers to get out and about in Gippsland to capture great photos for inclusion in his 2021 #lovegippsland calendar. Mr Chester said the relaxation of coronavirus travel restrictions meant there was no reason why locals couldn’t now get outside with their cameras to capture the beauty of Gippsland. “Spring is a wonderful time in our region — the weather is warming up and the natural world is waking up after a long, cold winter,” Mr Chester said. “This is the perfect time to get out with your camera and have a look at our beautiful part of Australia in a new light. “It’s a great opportunity to explore this year’s photo competition theme, ‘The Colours of Gippsland’.” There are just a few weeks left before the competition closes on October 15. Entries are limited to two per person and must be taken in landscape orientation to suit the calendar’s format. Thirteen photos will be included in the calendar. The top three will receive prizes comprising some of Gippsland’s best produce.

Group Activities Due to social distancing requirements as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), CGH has suspended group activity across all programs, including Planned Activity Groups, Allied Health and other community based services. For those currently enrolled in groups, our staff will contact you to ensure we continue to meet your health needs using the alternative options available to us. If you have any enquiries about group activities at CGH, please contact us on 03 5143 8560.

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To enter the calendar competition, photos must be a minimum size of 4MB to a maximum of 10MB. Entries close at 5pm on Thursday, October 15. If photos are selected for inclusion in the calendar, they must be available in a resolution of greater than 4MB at 300dpi. Entrants need to provide their name, home town and contact details, plus a caption for their photo. Visit www.darrenchester.com.au for more information and to enter.

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Mr Chester said plenty of keen photographers had already submitted entries. “The standard of the entries impresses me every year, and 2020 will be no different,” Mr Chester said. “I hope the competition gives locals another reason to explore Gippsland and support our local businesses along the way, whether that is spending a few nights away or stopping for a break in one of our many inviting towns.” More than 20,000 free copies of Mr Chester’s #lovegippsland calendar will be available across Gippsland at the end of this year. Photographers are also encouraged to upload their photos to social media using the hashtag

We just need a few details: Baby’s name: Baby’s sex: Baby’s date of birth: Baby’s weight in kilograms: The hospital baby was born at: The names of baby’s parents (first and surnames): Town or area baby’s parents live: The names of siblings (or is this

a first baby?): Email your photo and information to: news@gippslandtimes. com.au with ‘baby photo’ in the subject line. Baby photos are published in Friday Gippsland Times issues, and must be received by noon Wednesdays.

Letters to the editor From Audrey Allitt, Sale: IF Leadbeater’s possums could read, they may be amused at the long held rumours of their imminent extinction. If they could write, they may send a letter to the editor stating that their imminent demise is a gross exaggeration. If they could use a computer, they may ‘de-friend’ those alleged self-appointed ‘friends of the leadbeaters possum’. It is apparent that bushfires, massive ones, the like of Black Thursday (1939) through to the recent devastating summer fires, have a far greater detrimental effect on bushland and natural habitat, than logging could ever have. The logging industry has its problems, but it is the bushfire problem that should be of greater concern. It is of great economic value to Gippsland, Victoria and the rest of the nation.

Church COVID rules ‘fail the pub test’ From the Most Rev Peter A Comensoli, Archbishop of Melbourne; the Most Rev Paul Bernard Bird, CSsR, Bishop of Ballarat; the Most Rev Shane Mackinlay, Bishop of Sandhurst; and the Rev Peter Slater, diocesan administrator, Sale: AN open letter to the Premier: It has been very encouraging to see COVID-19 numbers dropping so dramatically in recent weeks. We are grateful for the efforts and commitment of the government and health officials in containing the second wave of the pandemic, and for the clear leadership you have provided personally in your daily communication updates for all Victorians. Throughout the various changes in restrictions over the last six months, the Catholic dioceses of Victoria have shown themselves to be resilient, well-managed and safe, carefully communicating each set of restrictions and ensuring their implementation, even when this caused much hardship. However, people of faith across regional and metropolitan Victoria have raised serious concerns about the unfairness and inconsistency in the numbers allowed for religious gatherings by comparison with other sectors in the current ‘third step’. We are being asked what the reason is for this dramatic difference, and we are unable to provide an answer, even after several meetings with DHHS in which we have sought explanations. Over the last two weeks, we have worked cooperatively with members of the government and health authorities, and have resolved a number of inconsistencies and communication difficulties. However, a pressing need remains to address the unfairness of the disparity in numbers. In the most simple of measures, the current restrictions in regional Victoria literally fail the ‘pub test’: if people of faith can gather in

a restaurant or bar catering for a particular number of patrons (and remove their face coverings), they ought to be able to put on their masks, cross the road and worship in their faith community with the same numbers, provided equivalent COVID-safe practices are in place. We ask that this disparity be rectified urgently, and that the principle of fairness be applied for each subsequent step on the roadmap to reopening. Catholic communities have shown their commitment to acting responsibly and cooperatively throughout the pandemic, and they will be greatly encouraged in this if they can see that people of faith are being given the same consideration as other sectors of the community. You remain in our prayers and we look forward to finding a constructive solution to this issue, which is causing unnecessary pain and distress for people of faith across Victoria.

Thank you from Cancer Council Maffra Unit From Deirdre Relph, unit leader Maffra Cancer Council Volunteer Unit: THE past months have been a really difficult time for all of us. COVID-19 continues to affect our daily lives, which means we were not able to hold and enjoy our usual themed Biggest Morning Tea, nor our usual Daffodil Week activities this year. Providing ongoing vital support to all Australians affected by cancer is critical. During May-June, two of our members personally visited the Maffra commercial area and provided each retailer with a small, handmade teapot money box for local shoppers to make donations. This effort resulted in $1650 of donations from our generous locals. We sincerely thank the public for their generous support. Daffodil Week was another occasion we were unable to celebrate this year. We were unable to conduct our usual fundraising activities. Jen’s Flowers donated daffodils which were purchased online and over the phone. We were thrilled to be credited with $1500 from Jen’s Flowers — a very generous and much-appreciated act of kindness on her behalf. As the Maffra unit leader and on behalf of the Maffra unit members, I would like to sincerely thank everyone for their continued support and generous donations.

No favours please for hunters on Crown land From Leonard Fitzpatrick, Robertson: IN response to the article “Plan for water frontages camping ‘poses risks’ ” (Gippsland Times 22/9), I wish to voice my view. I fully appreciate the warranted concerns from farmers with agricultural leaseholds on Crown lands with water frontages about the impact of irresponsible campers, anglers and those who inexplicably in 21st century Victoria still find

delight and ‘accomplishment’ in killing ducks, other birds and deer as a ‘sport’. The killing of ducks and other birds has no place in modern Australia, and I firmly believe that the government should no longer offer this miniscule proportion of the Victorian population who still want to shamelessly kill native birds and other animals any encouragement or privilege to enter Crown lands (including agricultural leaseholds) to undertake these activities. Pandering to this sliver of the population remains a shameful and brutal anachronism.

State ‘didn’t need to have second wave’ From Victorian Nationals leader Peter Walsh: REGIONAL Victorians have paid a high price for Daniel Andrews’ mistakes in Melbourne. Resilience is in the blood of country people, but this second shutdown has smashed our businesses and communities. All because Daniel Andrews let the virus slip through the cracks of hotel quarantine. Refusing to accept the federal government’s offer of ADF support and an under-resourced contact tracing program all combined into the perfect storm of a second wave regional Victorians didn’t need to have. Despite some restrictions easing, life is still far from normal on the long road to recovery. Gyms and dance schools still remain closed, cafés, pubs and restaurants are strictly limited to just a fraction of their capacity, and our kids are months behind the rest of the nation in their education. More than 43,000 people have already added their name at www.noconfidence.com.au to call out the toxic decisions made by the Andrews Labor Government.

How to send in your letters to the editor The Gippsland Times welcomes letters to the editor. Preference will be given to brief, concise letters which address local issues. The editor reserves the right to edit letters for reasons of space and clarity and may refuse to publish any letter without explanation. Thank you letters are discouraged and poetry will not be published as a letter. The Gippsland Times does not publish letters from anonymous contributors. Letters must include a phone number or email address for purposes of substantiating authenticity. The views expressed in letters to the editor are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gippsland Times management or staff. Send letters by email to news@ gippslandtimes.com.au or by mail to: The Editor, The Gippsland Times, PO Box 159, Sale, Victoria 3853.

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WELLINGTON Shire will have at least one new councillor, with outgoing mayor Alan Hall not standing for re-election. The remaining eight incumbent councillors are among 18 candidates contesting next month’s election. The shire is made up of three wards, with each to be represented by three councillors. The biggest field of candidates, nine, nominated for the Central Ward — incumbents Ian Bye,

Darren McCubbin and Scott Rossetti, along with Jill Wood, David Strauss, Akarna Bowers, Dirk Maclean, Deanna Gunning and Kathy Mansfield. Current councillors Malcolm Hole, Carolyn Crossley and Carmel Ripper will again run in the Northern Ward, with John Tatterson and Christos Iliopoulos. In the Coastal Ward, Alison Kelly and Marcus McKenzie nominated, as did incumbents Gayle Maher and Garry Stephens. The number of candidates this year is two fewer than the previous election in 2016, with the number of candidates in the Coastal Ward down from six

to four. While candidates have had affiliations, council elections are generally free of political parties, but Ms Bowers has been endorsed by the Greens. The ‘Team Welly 2020’ group will have one candidate in each ward. Ballot packs will be mailed to voters from next Tuesday, October 6, and must be returned to the election manager by Friday, October 23. When the election nominations closed at noon last Tuesday, Wellington Shire Council entered a caretaker period.

Creating jobs is vital for the local economy: Bye IAN Bye will stand for a second term as councillor for the Central Ward. Having lived in Sale his entire life, Mr Bye said creating new jobs and putting locals first was his passion. “Our shire has some exciting construction projects planned for our region, however projects that are constructed in the shire need to employ more locals so money can be reinvested into our area,” he said. “With 31 year’s experience as an accountant dealing with local business, I know first-hand how important small business is to our community. “Wellington Shire is a great place to live and raise children, and I want to ensure an even brighter future for generations to come.” Mr Bye said he supported improved sports facilities and keeping community sport affordable, accessible and inclusive, as well as growing the tourism sector. “I recognise the work of volunteers and the need to support them as they are vital to maintaining our community spirit,” he said. “I continue to be involved in many organisations and sporting clubs and

Wellington Shire Council election candidates Candidates in order on the ballot paper: (*incumbent councillor) Central Ward (Sale, Longford, Stradbroke, Airly, Myrtlebank, Meerlieu): Jill Wood, David Strauss, Akarna Bowers, Ian Bye*, Darren McCubbin*, Scott Rossetti*, Dirk Maclean, Deanna Gunning, Kathy Mansfield. Coastal Ward (Yarram, Woodside, Seaspray, Loch Sport, Gormandale): Alison Kelly, Gayle Maher*, Garry Stephens*, Marcus McKenzie. Northern Ward (Maffra, Rosedale, Heyfield, Briagolong, Dargo, Fulham): Malcolm Hole*, Carolyn Crossley*, John Tatterson, Christos Iliopoulos, Carmel Ripper*.

Ian Bye will stand again for central ward at the Wellington Shire Council elections. He is pictured with his wife, Rachel, and daughters Keeley, aged 17, and Tahlia, aged 15. am always prepared to give back to the community that has given so much to me for many years. “It has been my privilege to be an

active councillor over the past four years, and if re-elected, I will use my experience to help our shire grow and prosper.”

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Much achieved, more to be done: Rossetti

SCOTT Rossetti is looking to be returned as one of three councillors for the Central Ward in the Wellington Shire Council election this October. Born and raised in Wellington Shire, the businessman said he always put the community first through hard work and passion for positive outcomes, and hoped to be able to continue this work if elected. His extensive participation in local activities and community issues ensured he was the first Wellington Shire mayor to be elected for three terms. “My involvement in school boards, bowls clubs, Committee for Wellington and Rotary, has kept me grounded in the needs of the community,” Mr Rossetti said. Mr Rossetti said this “communityfirst attitude” has reaped benefits for locals, with results emanating from his mayoral actions, such as the initial proposal for the redevelopment of the Port of Sale. Mr Rossetti said he made it an imperative to listen to the opinions expressed by the public. “Taking the time to listen carefully and follow through is part and parcel of my everyday work as a funeral director,” he said. “It’s natural for me to bring this attitude and style to my council work.” This approach, Mr Rossetti said, had led to a “huge body of wins” for the Wellington Shire community, including achieving a zero rate rise; leadership in the fight to defeat “meaningless cancel culture” around historic monuments,

During this time, council cannot make major decisions which could influence the result of the election. Major decisions include allocation of grants to community groups, planning scheme amendments and issues relating to the employment of the chief executive. Asking questions on notice and submitting notices of motion are not permitted during council meetings. The caretaker period will continue until 6pm on Saturday, October 24. The new council will be sworn in during November.

Scott Rossetti programs supporting the community battling drought, bushfire and pandemic; street upgrades; support for solar projects over the shire; works on Sale Botanic Garden, and the refurbished Sale Skate Park Mr Rossetti is the owner and manager of Gippsland Funeral Services, based in Sale, Yarram and Foster, and established more than 80 years ago by his

grandfather. “Managing Wellington Shire requires a diverse range of skills from its councillors,” he said. “One of the reasons I am standing is that I believe my experiences across many areas will enable me to serve the ratepayers of Wellington well.” Mr Rossetti said his belief that “if I can’t fix a problem, I’ll find out how it can be fixed” has led him to build an incredibly diverse set of educational qualifications and work skills. He holds a collection of tertiary qualifications, including a Bachelor of Business, a Master of eBusiness, a GradDipA, and is also an A-grade electrician. His work experience before entering the funeral business includes stints at a top tier international accounting firm, roles within a global tech giant and hosting his own radio show in Melbourne. Mr Rossetti believed his range of skills and experience has helped him understand the intricacies of a large and diverse shire such as Wellington. He has been a strong proponent of the RAAF Basic Flight Training School in East Sale, having previously been involved in discussions and the bidding which secured the continued operation of the Defence Force in the area. His advocacy remains steadfast to this day as he reiterates the importance the RAAF as an important economic driver, “providing consistent employment impervious to drought or economic fluctuations”.

Fresh blood is needed: Kathy Mansfield

KATHY Mansfield says her decision to stand for the Central Ward in the Wellington Shire election has been driven by a desire to help with rebuilding business and investment in Wellington post-COVID. Ms Mansfield wants to see the shire’s main streets populated by retailers and service providers alongside its farming enterprises, focused on delivering top class products and services, while providing more jobs. “While Central Ward councillors have provided long service to ratepayers over many years, perhaps revitalising the Central Ward with a greater gender balance of one or two women would assist in energising and refreshing the group perspective, bringing fresh ideas to assist regeneration of our business hubs,” she said. While recognising the traditional roles of council in providing roads and rubbish collection services, Ms Mansfield pointed to her experience in the maintenance of federal government assets including roads, airfields and the associated buildings and infrastructure. “I am very aware of the civil engineering aspects that underpin any community, however among the over 120 service categories that council delivers, there are other key areas that I am interested in supporting,” she said. “There is a need to foster better quality residential aged care and empower users of community-based home care, including their social engagement needs and access to safe public spaces and services. “I support more inclusiveness for women and minority groups in decision making bodies, governance boards and committees within Wellington Shire, along with growing council connections to our minority communities, such as First Nations people, multicultural communities, the aged community, LGBTIQ community and our young people, in order that they are better heard, and valued, within Wellington Shire.” Ms Mansfield is a member of the Wellington Gender Equity and Violence Prevention Partnership, a Wurruk Community House committee member,

Kathy Mansfield Friends of the Gippsland Gallery treasurer, and a member of the Central Gippsland Health LGBTIQ Community Reference Group. Holding post graduate qualifications in public sector management, Ms Mansfield’s business experience includes retail and wholesale management in private enterprise in Sale, and many years with the RAAF at East Sale as a business and contracts advisor. Ms Mansfield felt her independence from party politics made her a sound candidate. “I seek to influence council’s decision making to ensure fair, equitable and forward-looking decisions that recognise climate science and enhance lifestyle and growth,” she said. “Implementing and developing policies that incorporate professional medical and scientific advice as we rebuild our Wellington regional lifestyle towards an environmentally sustainable and COVID-free future.”

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and sensitive; â&#x20AC;˘ A funding model that ensures sufficient taxpayer funding, control by consumers over their funding, independent pricing and transparency in how funds are spent; and â&#x20AC;˘ Better integration of other health and wellbeing services with aged care. Federation of Ethnic Communities Council of Australia Chair Mary Patetsos said central to any reform was â&#x20AC;&#x153;addressing the increasingly diverse profiles of the ageing populationâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Catering to culture and language specific needs of consumers and investing in bilingual and bicultural staff should be core business practices of all aged care providers,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The current pandemic has also reminded us that communities help facilitate access to services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They need support doing this crucial role in the aged care service ecosystem.â&#x20AC;? National Seniors Australia chief advocate Ian Henschke said this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget must finally fund enough packages to make sure the neglect ends, and no one waits more than a month for the home care they need. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also need a new system that tracks where the money goes and punishes providers who put profit before people and cause suffering and death,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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Videos are hosted by Tristan Meecham and Bec Reid from the independent arts organisation, All the Queens Men. This dynamic duo worked with the festival on The Coming Back Out Ball and the LGBTI Dance Clubs. Bec and Tristan meet and introduce performers from the comfort of their own homes to yours, using web communication technology. A great mix of radio programs are streaming online and live to air on local community radio stations. Local councils and community groups are also offering online festival events in October. The festival’s radio content is also recorded by the team with performers in their own homes to meet physical distancing restrictions. To find out more visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov. au/festivalsandawards

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SENIOR Australians, their families and carers can call a dedicated free call support line aimed at supporting the mental health of those affected by the spread of COVID-19. Aged Care and Senior Australians Minister Richard Colbeck said talking to someone who understood and listened was an important outlet for anybody struggling to cope as the spread of the virus created more pressure on individuals and communities. Established by the federal government in conjunction with the Council on the Ageing Australia, National Seniors Australia, the Older Persons Advocacy Network and Dementia Australia, the phone line will be staffed with advisers who can offer practical help and advice. “Each of these long-standing organisations is well regarded, passionate and very experienced in supporting senior Australians and their loved ones,” Senator Colbeck said. In addition, the Health Department is currently working to enable existing home support and home care providers to source technology-based personal monitoring systems for vulnerable senior Australians who are self-isolating. It builds on measures announced by the federal government, including welfare checks for those who have suspended their home support packages, and a $10 million funding injection for the Community Visitors Scheme aimed at keeping people connected. Senator Colbeck said the COVID-19 phone line was a great initiative that reinforced the message of support for those in isolation, particularly if contact with family or friends is limited.

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Support from government to stay at home longer WE all want to live at home as long as long as possible, and the Australian government has services on offer to make this possible. The government subsidises the cost of home support services people can receive in the comfort of their own homes. What those applying need to pay depends on the services, and in some cases, their financial situations. Depending on care needs, services can be accessed through the Commonwealth Home Support Program or a Home Care Package. An assessment process determines what program is more suitable. Perhaps some help with day-to-day tasks around the house is needed. Maybe respite care is required while family or a carer is away. Or perhaps it’s time to look into aged care homes. There are many services that can help individuals maintain a good quality of life as they get older.

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Coastal areas need to Focus needed on COVID remain viable: Maher recovery: McCubbin GAYLE Maher, who is running for a second term as a councillor for the Coastal Ward, said it was important to ensuring the shire’s coastal communities remained viable. “With flood mapping and climate change a part of our future, it is essential that everyone’s views are heard and that the messaging is clear,” she said. “I am confident with the experience gained during the C33 planning scheme amendment that I can do this.” Ms Maher said it had been a privilege representing her community in the past four years, having advocated successfully by being a reasonable voice around the table. “A successful council term depends greatly on team work and support, listening to the community, advocating on their behalf, facilitating communication between community members and council, ensuring all viewpoints are conveyed,” she said. “Moving forwards in a post-COVID environment, means this work is even more essential. Over the last four years, I have been able to recently support the Port Albert-Alberton rail trail extension,Yarram mural project, various boat ramp upgrades, seawall improvements, road and footpath constructions, not to mention the many local events that make this such a great place to live. “With a deep family heritage in the area, my family has enjoyed calling Port Albert home for the last 15 years.

FORMER mayor Darren McCubbin has nominated for the Central Ward in the coming Wellington Shire election. Mr McCubbin sees helping the community recover from the COVID-19 pandemic as a critical function of the next council, and cited his experience in local government and community connectivity as his strengths. “We’ve had a good stable council delivering the Wellington Centre with a new library and gallery, livestock exchange, Aqua Energy, botanical gardens and new pathways to Wurruk, Longford and the Glebe estate, amongst other initiatives,” Mr McCubbin said. “At this difficult time for our community it’s going to require all our experience and creative thinking to get us back on track.” After relocating from Sale, several years ago, Mr McCubbin now lives with his young family in Longford. Last year he directed the successful Jesus Christ Superstar production for Sale Theatre Company, he volunteers for the Sunday Silver Series for Gippsland Regional Arts, runs a free weekly trivia challenge for The Wedge, as well as being on the board of the Sale Elderly Citizens Village and chairman of the Gippsland Climate Change Network. “There are so many

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training is vital,” he said. “If I am successful in the coming elections I will be on their case to get building as soon as possible, further develop the Port precinct and importantly push the education department to combine Sale College onto the one site. “Our young people need quality educational opportunities.”

‘TEAM Welly 2020’ will field one candidate in each of the three wards for the Wellington Shire Council election. Christos Iliopoulos will contest the Northern Ward, Dirk Maclean the Central Ward and Marcus McKenzie the Coastal Ward. Mr Iliopoulos served as a councillor in the City of Moreland, Mr Mclean was an officer in the RAAF and a professional firefighter, while Mr McKenzie has held senior executive roles in the food manufacturing sector. Each is committed to playing his part in realising the team’s vision for a “self-reliant Wellington” in the post-COVID era. They are standing as a team because of a shared vision for the shire which underpins their motivation to run for council. Team Welly 2020 has authored a 17-page document covering 38 policies they would like to see implemented over their four-year term of office. Policies range from transforming the shire into a “producer’s hub” for high quality artisan products, such as cheeses, meats, woodcrafts and artistry. According to the team, council should be strongly advocating on behalf of its community at the state and federal levels, and communicating ideas and concerns upwards, to drive the agenda forward in a coordinated way. “Self-reliance, means our relationship to the city will change fundamentally, so that it depends on us, rather than we on it,” Mr Iliopoulos said. “We will supply the city, not only with quality produce, but with ideas, and initiatives, and we’ll show leadership on how to build a thriving and vibrant community, which is intimately connected to the land from which it draws its sustenance.”

Dirk Maclean Mr Iliopoulos first came to the area to realise his social enterprise Freedom Housing, an innovative model of disability care and housing. It has now come to fruition. Mr Maclean completed officer training at East Sale, and later returned to carry out emergency management roles. Mr McKenzie moved from Melbourne to operate a successful gift shop and guest house in Port Albert. Team Welly 2020s policies and vision for Wellington document is available on its Facebook page.

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opportunities in the new renewable economy we can take advantage of,” he said. Mr McCubbin pointed to the successful advocacy for the relocation of the TAFE to the Port of Sale precinct as a key step moving forward. “It’s happening a lot slower than I would like, however investing in education and

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HOSE who like luxury when on holidays should inspect this â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;getawayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, agents say â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why buy an old shack when you can buy this beautifully built home at such a great price?â&#x20AC;? Only a short walk to the famous 90 Mile Beach, agents add the property would make an ideal holiday home for any family or anyone wanting a sea change. The property has an open living space including a kitchen, dining and lounge area, three spacious bedrooms with built-in robes, a large bathroom and laundry. Other features include a reverse cycle split system, an outdoor shower for after the beach and a massive yard for any visitors to

Brief details: Property: Best priced three bedroom holiday home on the market. Address: 26 Davies St, Seaspray. Price: $260,000. Agent: Graham Chalmer Real Estate. Phone 5144 4333 or Matt Cutler 0438 356 761. camp and stay. Agents say this property is the ideal opportunity to be the envy of friends and family, so those interested should arrange an inspection early.

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HE Stratford Country Estate development will include sealed road frontage, a concrete apron entry, power, water, sewerage, drainage and NBN connection. Located with easy access to all the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many facilities, agents say the development offers opportunities for changing lifestyles. Stratford has many advantages with a kindergarten, two primary schools, shopping precinct, sporting activities, theatre groups, community clubs and is

Brief details: Property: 2044 sqm in a new development. Address: Lot 3, Stratford Country Estate. Price: $147,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637. set on the Avon River with walkways and parkland.

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Superb townhouse

HIS set and forget investment, or terrific first home, is in popular east Sale, close to schools, shops and sporting facilities, agents say. The home has two large bedrooms with built-in robes, a spacious lounge room, modern well-equipped kitchen with adjacent dining area, and a family bathroom. Outside, there is a spacious, low maintenance backyard. Agents say the home is in a well-maintained unit development, and those looking to add to their investment portfolio or to dip their toe into the real estate market for the first time should inspect. The property is currently leased for $240 per week on a month to month basis.

Brief details: Property: Two bedroom townhouse. Address: 1/122 Patten St, Sale. Price: $199,500. Agent: Graham Chalmer Real Estate. Phone Mark Ventrella on 0419 348 614.

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UST on four-years-old, this modern property is private, and faces north with rural views. The four bedroom home is on 930 square metres in Hillcrest Estate, and agents say it has all the inclusions expected from a modern open plan layout. It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas, as well as an undercover outdoor entertainment area. The master bedroom has an ensuite and walk-in robe, and adjoins the second living area. The remaining bedrooms have built-in robes and are at the rear of the floorplan, near the quality family bathroom. The home features stainless steel appliances, pendant lighting, on trend colours, quality flooring including vinyl planks in the high traffic areas, gas ducted heating, a reverse cycle unit, a double remote entry garage and block out blinds. The grassed areas and fenced yard are ready for children or pets to play safely on, and there is still room for the three bay shed and driveway. The shed has two roller doors, a builtin bar and fireplace ready for the house warming when restrictions lift. Agents say this property would be ideal for a buyer looking for a property where there is nothing left to do but move in.

Brief details: Property: Modern four bedroom family home. Address: 11 McKinnon Drive, Maffra Price: $439,000 Agent: Country Road Real Estate. Phone 5141 1026

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•320 acre grazing property with bore •27 paddocks, creek flats, some bush •Turkey nest dam to troughs •Shearing shed, yards, machinery shed •Access also from Bengworden Road

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HIS fantastic and move-in-ready three-bedroom home has a beautifully stylish and modern interior — which agents say is ideal for a first home buyer, anyone looking to downsize or a savvy investor. A light and bright interior throughout with solid timber floors, the property has a pristine and well-equipped bathroom, a crisp and clean laundry and a generously-sized lounge room. The stunning and well-presented kitchen and dining area is open and inviting, with direct access to an inviting outdoor entertainment deck. Outside, there is an ample-sized, low maintenance yard with sheds. Agents say this is a rare opportunity that those interested will not want to miss out on, get in touch to view.

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Imagine waking up at sunrise to stunning views over the Southern Sale Wetlands. This bespoke design is truly in a tier of its own. From its top of the line design, layout and luxurious fit-out, this home is the ultimate urban residence. From its striking cedar façade with matt black door, enter the hallway of grand proportions to see what this house has to offer. A sun drenched formal lounge leading on to the master suite with stunning ensuite and large walk in robe. Adjacent is the laundry, spacious family bathroom and largely proportioned additional 2 bedrooms with generous built in robes. As you enter the southern end of the home, sheer peace and tranquillity greats you, as the floor to ceiling windows command views over the lower wetlands. A designer kitchen, complete with stone benchtops, integrated fridge and large walk in pantry compliments the quality of the home. The kitchen, dining and meals area lead through to the outdoor undercover entertaining space and the low maintenance, rear yard. The home is complete for the modern family with a remote access double garage for ease of access. The home is efficiently heated by reverse cycle heating and cooling, and is designed for great sun in winter to warm the home while remaining cool in the summer. This luxuriously appointed home sets a benchmark in modern urban living.

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SALES MOST EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL LAND RELEASE

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Irrigation farmlet minutes from the CBD

HIS 5.6 hectare property has a water allocation of 19 megalitres of low reliability water. The four bedrom brick home has brick and timber feature walls and cathedral ceilings, two living areas, and wood and gas heating. There are great outbuildings, a small hayshed, a chook pen, a dog pen and cattle yards.

Property: Irrigated 5.6 hectare farmlet near Sale. Address: 11 Boyces Rd, Cobains. Price: $750,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.

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“Renovate or Recreate” * If you’re looking for a project then look no further * 3 bedrooms * Large lounge * Kitchen/meals area * Single carport * Bore water * 901m2 block * Short stroll to Tinamba Hotel and General Store

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* 3 bedrooms plus study * Separate lounge with gas heater and reverse cycle air conditioner * Refurbished kitchen with gas hotplates, electric oven and dishwasher * Undercover timber decking area * Ample room for shedding * Great central location * Currently rented for $250 per week

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Control serrated tussock before seeding NOW is the ideal time to check properties for the noxious weed serrated tussock (Nassella trichotoma). The recent rains and warm start to spring in some parts of Victoria has been good for pastures and crops, but unfortunately, also good for the growth of serrated tussock. Controlling serrated tussock before the plant goes to seed is critical to prevent further spread, lost productivity and increased control requirements. Victorian serrated tussock working party chairman Lance Jennison said before seeding, serrated tussock had a lime green appearance, which turned to a distinctive purple colour when seeds develop and riped in late spring and early summer. “These features help serrated tussock stand out from the native tussock grasses,” he said. The working party developed an online video and information sheet to help landowners identify the unwanted grass, at serratedtussock.com/ how-identify-serrated-tussock

“Serrated tussock has a fine leaf and will roll smoothly between the index finger and thumb, while native tussocks feel as though they have flat edges,” Mr Jennison said. “The leaves also feel rough when you run your fingers downwards due to fine serrations. “A mature serrated tussock plant can produce thousands of seeds in a season, blowing up to 20 kilometres from the parent plant.” Before they flower and seed, serrated tussock plants can be controlled with a registered herbicide, manual removal or cultivation. “Having a healthy pasture and competitive ground cover is one of the most important aspects to weed management,” Mr Jennison said. “Serrated tussock is a prime example of a weed that does not like competition and well established pastures.” It’s estimated that serrated tussock now covers more than 250,000 hectares of land in Victoria. Treating plants prior to seeding is vital to prevent further spread across Victoria and affects on agricultural and environmental assets. It is best to control serrated tussock before it gets out of control. Large infestations require ongoing management and the integration of a number of control

It’s estimated that serrated tussock now covers more than 250,000 hectares of land in Victoria.

techniques, which can cost large sums of money and time. The VSTWP recently commissioned case studies on the economic costs of not treating serrated tussock, which concluded that if serrated tussock

is left to infest a property or landscape, the cost of controlling it would be at least five times higher than if it was prevented in the first instance. For more information visit serratedtussock.com, or email info@serratedtussock.com

Understanding the importance of local rivers and wetlands WEST Gippsland Catchment MangamentAuthority used World Rivers Day, held on Sunday, as an opportunity to reflect on the importance of rivers, and some recent projects where the authority had worked with inspiring landholders who understood the importance of rivers and wetlands. In Denison, a project on the Ryan family farm involved planting 6700 trees and fencing seven hectares of land to exclude stock from wetlands. Landowner John Ryan said his farm is about 200 hectares (500 acres) with three kilometres of Thomson River frontage and seven lagoons which fill when floods come through. “The land wasn’t particularly productive from a grazing point of view,” he said. “Our approach was, how can we add value to the landscape with a goal of improving and creating more space for habitat?” The work undertaken on the Ryan property follows work done with the authority in the early 2010s when the property was owned by another family. Project officer Elsa Burnell said the water authority worked with the previous landholder to remove heavy willow from the river on the eastern half of the property, and to fence and rehabilitate the riparian corridor with indigenous plants. “It has been awesome that John has seen great results of this work, including increased productivity when compared to the un-treated half of the river flat, and we were delighted to get another opportunity to work on his property,” Ms Burnell said. “Fencing and revegetating these off-stream lagoons will increase the strength or resilience of the river system, reduce sediment load and nutrient run-off and provide important floodplain habitat for native species, particularly birds. “The works will also help slow down and spread the water in flood events, reducing potential damage downstream.” Recent floods have allowed Mr Ryan to observe how the water enters the property and journeys across the farm until exiting. “We see a lot of turbidity,” he said. “Water will come out of the river. It will come out as a fast flow.When it hits these lagoons, it decelerates

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Denison farmer John Ryan speaking with West Gippsland Catch Management Authority project officer Elsa Burnell about a recent project on his property involving reinstating and protecting wetlands. that turbidity and takes the power and the damage out of that flow. “When the water leaves this property after a flood it is almost crystal clear. “What we’re trying to achieve here is to take the damaging aspects of a flood out of the process. “Allow that water to do its thing but use these lagoons to act as traps for some of that sediment and organic matter that can cause problems downstream to potable water and later in the Gippsland Lakes where it can contribute to algal blooms and other destructive events. “When that water leaves our property, it is in better condition than when it arrives. The farm acts as a filter.” By working with occasional floods and seeing his farm as a part of a larger catchment, Mr Ryan’s approach is different to the historic view that resulted in some farmers attempt to keep flood waters off properties by building up river banks and constructing levees. “I think that approach is putting pressure on our river system to effectively be the drain of our land and contain it all into the river is the wrong way to look at it,” Mr Ryan said.

“A river is not a drain. A river is part of an ecosystem and it shouldn’t be used as such. Ms Burnell added people have a tendency to think of rivers as fixed in space and time, but in reality, they would have wandered through the floodplain, commonly changing course, and leaving behind old meanders and billabongs. “You just have to look at an aerial map of the Macalister Irrigation District to see how our rivers have moved through the landscape over time,” she said. “These movements create wetlands and billabongs that become meccas for native wildlife and provide important refuge in dry conditions. “Allowing the river to properly interact with its floodplain not only reduces the ferocity of water flow during flood events but allows the water to regenerate the floodplain with nutrients and sediment that drops out when the flow slows down and encounters vegetation. “Fresh water is undoubtedly Australia’s most precious resources, so it makes sense to capture this, allowing it to soak in and regenerate the soil and groundwater, rather than working to channel it off our land.”

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Ten days to date: Milker graze area Milkers Stocking rate Average graze rest time Estm'd pasture consmp'n Pasture consum'd per cow Pasture growing spend Estm'd pasture price Conc (incl additives)supp fed/cow Conc (incl additives)supp avg price Hay/silage supp fed/cow Hay/silage supp price Feed Conversion Efficiency Total feed intake/cow NDF Fibre in diet Litres/cow Fat test Protein test Milk Solids per cow Milk price (less levies)/kg MS Milk price (less levies)/litre Milk income/cow All feed cost/cow Margin over all Feed/cow MOAF /ha /day Farm MOAF per DAY Feed cost $/kg MS Proportion of grazed grass in diet

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113 17.6 33.1% 27.2 4.09% 3.29% 2.01 $5.70 $0.42 $11.44 $2.76 $8.68 $29.62 $1,866 $1.37 70%

113 17.6 27.6% 27.8 3.87% 3.43% 2.03 $5.74 $0.42 $11.64 $3.27 $8.37 $39.78 $2,387 $1.61 61%

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Maximising output at Macalister Demo Farm

EVERY decision has an input today and an output tomorrow, a cost today and a potential benefit later. You apply the input if you judge that the anticipated output response from the input, (with the known prices of the input and output applied, and the risk you have it wrong) will be worth it. Applying nitrogen, keeping the grazing rotation longer, keeping the grazing residue high enough, are examples of input decisions with possible benefits in the future. Feeding Pastures for Profit uses current observation (sometimes called the “body of evidence” of paddocks, cows and vat), and judgement of the future, to help make the best decisions. The body of evidence for paddock 23 at the Macalister Demonstration Farm is: • The soil moisture is a bit dry, but irrigating now; • It is achieving 34 days grazing rest, with 2.2 leaves regrown, on a 30 day grazing allocation;

• There are no sign of seed heads (at least not in the very dominant PRG); • There is 1000 kilograms of dry matter per hectare available; and • The grazing residue between clumps is three centimetres, with high utilisation (percentage of grass on offer eaten), with cows standing at the gate, then following the bike. The other Macalister Irrigation District farm is producing almost the same milk per cow, with the same feed efficiency, but is making more margin (a bit less per cow, but much more per hectare). The other farm has a higher stocking rate, higher grass consumed per hectare, and higher grain fed per cow. Note, for the other farm, that its feed costs per kilogram of milk solids are higher, and proportion of grazed grass in diet lower. — MDF extension officer and secretary Jade Killoran

Agribusinesses adapt through grants MORE than 100 food businesses, farmers and suppliers across Victoria are keeping workers safe and supply chains, with support from the state government helping to adapt to physical distancing and hygiene measures. Dairy food manufacturer Village Dairy in Traralgon is receiving $76,000 to semi-automate the business’ cheese packing process, to allow greater physical distancing between employees. The Business Adaptation Grants have been rolled out across Victoria as part of the government’s Agriculture Workforce Plan, which is also providing grants for worker induction and

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11am at Warragul Saleyards A/c BJ & V Stammers (PROPERTY SOLD)

210 Quality A.I. Bred Holstein and Holstein X Cows

Consisting of: 110 Cows calved from mid July to end of October (approx. 15 close springing) 100 Cows calved March April and re-joined to A.I. Bandito, Hothouse, Vector, Escalade, Webmail etc and Solney sire for same calving (To be preg tested prior to sale) • 20 years using New Zealand genetics • Most recent A.I. sires Rapture, Sandman, Superhero, Shadow, Topnotch, Prosperity, Brutus, Ovation etc. • 75% of herd are on 1st to 3rd lactation • Herd consists of 80% Holstein 20% Holstein X • Medium framed cows • High stocking rate (3 cows per ha) • 2019/20 herd production average 6200ltrs, 480kg milk solids • Mainly grass based diet with 1.1 ton of grain “A great opportunity for anyone in search of quality vendor bred cows” Catalogue available prior to sale with full breeding and production details Contact Neil Darby: 0418 595 265 Warragul Office: 5623 4744

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An established regular market for all classes of dairy cattle held on the 1st and 3rd Friday in every month

THIS FRIDAY October 2, at 11am

A/c R.T. and J.M. Marshall (Later Calved Portion of Herd) 60 Holstein and few Holstein Jersey X cows calved from 21st August onwards (small balance close springing) by A.I. Reliable, Medallion, Miracle, Mainstreet etc and herd sire. Majority 2nd and 3rd calvers being medium framed and neat udders. In very good condition. Only being sold due to loss of lease land. Catalogue with full breeding and production details prior to sale. A/c D. and J. Custance (Herd Reduction) 12 Freshly calved Holstein and Holstein x young A.I. bred cows A/c – Oakdale Dairies 20 Freshly calved A.I. bred Holstein 1st and 2nd calvers A/c – Various Vendors 8 Unjoined Holstein and Holstein cross heifers 10-15 mths 2yr old Angus bull Innesdale bloodlines 2 yr old Hersey bull A/c – Various vendors 70 In milk and springing cows and heifers Further entries invited Following Dairy Sale October 16th

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Offering 70 Poll Dorset Rams 1½ years Brucellosis accredited, Prime scan figures recorded, OJD Vaccinated. Light Luncheon Available CONTACT: Kelvin Sundermann (03) 5148 2759 or 0408 482 759 John Sundermann - 0427 482 607 For further information contact selling agent:

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Big small squares. Silage, oats, grass and lucerne. Phone 0428 514 012

OATEN HAY

Ian Baker – 0408 509 319

8 x 4 x 3 bales, $265 incl. GST. Maffra area. Vetch, almond hulls and other grades of hay also available. Ph. 0408 838 520.

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- STORE CATTLE SALE Thursday October 8, 2020 at 11am Gippsland Regional Livestock Exchange BUYER REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL

Contact Bec Shaw (GRLE Saleyards Manager) - 0427 868 122 ENTRIES INCLUDE: Nutrien Greenwood Entries A/c David Bates 100 Angus steers 12-14mths Milwillah blood Never Ever Accredited A/c Ansfield 40 Angus Steers 14 mths (Rosstan and Lawson Blood) Never Ever Accredited A/c Hopfields Pty Ltd 20 Shorthorn Steers 14 mths (Sprys Blood) A/c B and A Ross 20 Angus Steers 12 mths (Kunuma Blood) A/c JT and PJ Fleming – Mertonvale, Willung 20 Angus Steers 11-12 mths (Innesdale Blood) Never Ever Accredited A/c Kilbirnie Partners 30 Murray Grey and Angus Steers 18 mths A/c GN Gooch 15 Hfd Steers 12 mths (Glen Trevor Blood) 6 Hfd Heifers 15 mths A/c H Dowsett 15 Angus X Steers 10-12 mths A/c C Sinclair 7 Angus Hfrs 14 mths (wnd) A/c P Jackson 20 Angus Heifers 11-12 mths (Kunuma Blood) A/c C and S Fleming 10 Angus/Friesian X Mixed sexes 14 mths A/c Andrew Bott 20 Angus/Char X Mixed Sexes 10-12 mths A/c GP and RM Van Tilburg 17 X 17 Brangus Cows with Angus Calves at foot (2 mths), 3rd and 4th calves, not rejoined

Delaney Livestock Entries: A/c GG and EJ Bates “Maida-Vale” 85 Angus Steers 12 – 13 mths 25 Angus Heifers 12 – 13 mths Angus AI bloodlines, grass fed, no antibiotics, 3 x 5 in 1, drenched Ivomec, available for Never Ever Program A/c JT and AM Fleming 15 Hereford Steers 18 mths (Newcommen Blood) A/c P and J Fleming 10 Angus Heifers 16 mths Alex Scott and Staff Entries: A/c B and A Howard 15 Angus Steers 16 – 18 mths A/c Sally Melbourne 10 Angus Steers 14 mths 6 Belgium Blue x Steers 14 mths A/c CJ and EE Guest 4 Angus Steers 12 mths A/c Heart Dairies 30 M/S AFX Yearlings. A/c Ryslea Lodge 10 Angus Heifers 18 mths PTE. A/c P O Hasthorpe 6 Friesian Steers – 2yrs A/c PJ Rouse 10 Friesian Steers 16 mths A/c Quan’s View 10 Friesian Steers 12 mths A/c S and C Ryder 7 Friesian Steers – 6 mths 7 Guernsey Steers – 6 mths A/c CJ and EE Guest 8 Angus Heifers 12 – 14 mths A/c Pickle Pastoral 6 Hereford x Heifers – 10 mths A/c Elaine Wellins 10 x 10 Hereford/Angus Cows with CAF by Mawarra Sire. Redepastured to Stud Speckle Park 13/09/2020. A/c Melrossa Park 2 x 2 Cows with CAF – not rejoined.

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Rover Mini, as new, instruction manual, 32" cut, 6-spd, 10hp, electric start. $1850. Phone 0438 044 636 Sale. SWAY bar. Curtis sway bar for caravan. $100. Phone 0427 515 218.

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Wanted to buy. Australian pre-decimal pennies and half-pennies, 3-pence, 6-pence, shillings, florins, etc. Phone 5182 8756.

OLD GIPPSLAND

Related items, bottles, badges, plaques, etc. tion, make an offer. Phone Phone Trevor 0408 442 708. Good price paid by 0408 662 313. genuine collector.

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4 x 4 Limousin Cows with CAF 6mo. Cows PTIC to Stud Limousin Bull from 1st March. 4 x 4 Limousin Cows with CAF 2mo. Cows not rejoined. 8 Limousin Heifers 2yo – 2.5yo PTIC to Stud Limousin Bull. 6 Limousin Heifers 15mo – 18mo unjoined. 3 Stud Limousin Bulls 18mo. A small select herd showing all the right attributes of the breed and having produced very good quality bulls in the past. Majority are registered and eligible for transfer.

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Rosedale Neighbourhood House Inc. Annual General Meeting 2020 will be held at the House, 2-8 Cansick Street, Rosedale, on Sunday October 25, at 4pm. Due to Covid-19 distancing requirements, please call 5199 2595 to register your attendance as depending on restrictions at the time, spaces maybe limited.

AGM

The Bosidale-Briagolong FNC annual general meeting will be held at 6pm on October 20, 2020 at the Boisdale Rec Reserve. Members are also able to log in via Zoom link. Please email Ryan at ryan@gippsport.com.au for more details.

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CLEANING

Needing your house cleaned? Call Jens Home Cleaning on 0418 353 450. References available

GARDEN SERVICES

Reliable man provides mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, rubbish removal, any odd jobs. $24 p/hr. Phone 0418 420 395.

PAINTER

Local tradesman, 12 years exp., new houses and repaints. Interior and exterior. No job too big or too small. Phone Steve 0499 345 384.

PLASTERER

Chris Owens Plastering. Experienced plasterer available for new houses, extensions, renovations, sagging ceilings, water damage, patching. No job too small. Qualified trades-man with 25 years experience. Prompt, reliable, professional service. Ph. Chris 0460 813 299.

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All clothes $1. WFR Op Shop. 87 Macarthur St, Sale. No exceptions. Sale until October 3, 2020.

Ben: 0429 193 136

Graeme: 0427 517 306

Morgan: 0438 081 529

Jarryd: 0457 034 111

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Volunteers Wanted Gippsland Farmer Relief Inc

Is looking for volunteers to help distribute food hampers in the Sale and Districts region. Previous volunteers encouraged to re-apply. Social distancing is required, and masks and sanitizer are supplied. We deliver monthly and your volunteering would be between 2 – 4 hours a month. Must be able to lift 5kgs and have a current drivers' licence. Working with Children Card is also a must, but we can help with the application and of course it will be no cost to you. If you think you can help us and the Farmers of Gippsland please call 0400 188 960 or email admin@gippslandfarmerrelief.com.au for further information.

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Position. Helping milk 320 cows, 3-5 days p/wk in 30 swingover. Nambrok. Phone 0419 282 153.

DAIRY POSITION

Full time 2IC position, 350 cows, 6-8 milkings per week, 20-30 hours extra farm work. Duties incl. tractor work, feeding cows, general farm work. Must be experienced. Flexible days. Phone 0429 688 264.

Real Estate

We are looking for an irrigation property in the Sale/Maffra area that is approximately 100 acres. Can be with or without a home, but needs to have the option to build a home. If you know of or have something please phone 0404 600 575 to discuss details and suitability.

Personals

To return the Lakes to a recreational fishing mecca, the Victorian Fisheries Authority has prepared a Draft Gippsland Lakes Recreational Fishery Plan, which is now out for public comment.

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1. Involving recreational fishers, traditional owners and community partners; 2. Changing regulations including bag and size limits for black bream; 3. Stocking fish; 4. Improving fish habitat and waterway health; 5. Monitoring the success of our actions; 6. Reviewing our processes. The aim is to accelerate the recovery of key recreational species such as black bream and dusky flathead following the removal of commercial netting from the Lakes earlier this year.

DRIVER Truck and quad driver

carting from various quarrie products around Gippsland. Minimum two years driving experience in similar role. Competitive rates. Email resume to: Conwaysearthmoving@ wideband.net.au or call Luke on 0400 482 676.

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The draft plan will restore fish stocks and recreational fishing opportunities through a six-point ‘learn by doing’ approach:

To have your say on the plan, scan the QR code or email improving.fishing@vfa.vic.gov.au before 28 October 2020.

Approx 15 - 30 hours per week. Some starts 6.30am, some closes 7.30pm. Must be able to work weekends. Must have an RSA Apply with resume in person after 2pm 274 Dawson St, Sale Dawson Street Food and Liquor

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Receptionist/Secretary

Is required full time for 8 months to cover parental leave. Training will be provided on the job so this would be a good opportunity for a school leaver looking to gain experience or someone looking to change careers. The overlap period will begin in November. We are dental specialists and we work weekly in Sale, Traralgon and Bairnsdale, so you will need a vehicle and current driver’s licence. Remuneration will be negotiated according to qualifications and experience and previous experience in the dental profession is not required. To apply please email your resume with a covering letter addressing why you would like this job to bhookey1@hookey.com.au Closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday October 7, 2020.

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A down to earth genuine lady, with blonde hair, hazel eyes a slim figure. She loves the outdoors, caravanning, gardening, cooking, walks and spending time with that someone special. Tired of being alone she is searching for a gentleman to share her life with. To meet, Please call and quote code 57 1800 261 848 or 0488 200 554 www.countrycompanionship.com.au

Have your say on the draft Gippsland Lakes Recreational Fishery Plan

The draft plan can be viewed at www.vfa.vic.gov.au/gippslandlakes.

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Salon/Barber Hairdresser

We are looking for a part time hairdresser with good skills in men’s services as well as basic salon services. Part time hours would consist of 3 days a week during school hours, no weekends with 4 weeks off at Christmas with the possibility to increase hours in the future. This position would suit a person wanting to return to the industry with further training being provided. You will need to have a strong desire to please, able to work efficiently and independently. Email your resume to noomic72@gmail.com or contact Naomi on 0414 424 610.

St Mary’s Primary School Maffra

Classroom Teacher

Two classroom teacher positions commencing Term 1 2021 Both positions are full-time ongoing / permanent with one having the opportunity to be a Position of Leadership with a focus on curriculum development. St Mary’s Maffra will shortly complete a major building refurbishment with collaborative and flexible learning spaces throughout the school. We are looking for dedicated educators to help accelerate the learning outcomes of our children. If you are a team player and understand what is required to demonstrate ‘expert teacher practice’ then you are invited to apply for this position by answering the following question. Articulate your opinion of a collaborative learning environment where each teacher connects and is committed to adjusting the curriculum to help improve each student’s learning journey. Please send your application to Jason Slattery via email jslattery@stmmaffra.catholic.edu.au Applications close on Friday, 9th October 2020 St Mary’s is committed to providing a safe learning environment for all students.

District Support Officer ■ Located in Sale ■ Ongoing – Full Time ■ $55,642 pa (plus 9.50% super) The District Support officer is responsible for ensuring the district administrative requirements are facilitated in an efficient and effective manner. You will have relevant administration skills and experience and the ability to work proactively with minimal supervision. For further information about this position, including a Position Description, key requirements and details on how to apply, please visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au and select ‘Volunteer & Careers’ followed by ‘Jobs at CFA’.Closing Date: Tuesday 6. October 2020 – 11:59 pm. CFA supports flexible working arrangements and is committed to being an inclusive, fair and child safe organisation for all staff, volunteers and the community. FR2881

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Interested in science, technology, engineering or maths? Dreamed of a career in the energy industry? Loy Yang B Power Station has opportunities for students available now as part of our Brightstart program. Loy Yang B is passionate about promoting the career opportunities available within our industry. We offer local secondary and university students work opportunities and educational support to pursue their interests in the science, technology, engineering and maths fields in the following ways: Scholarships Scholarships are available for students with applications now open in the following categories: ● Secondary school scholarships: Four available. Open to students completing Year 10 in 2020, total of $1000 over two years ($500 each in years 11 and 12) to cover study costs such as books, school fees and excursions. Students will also be offered the opportunity to undertake work experience at Loy Yang B.

● University scholarships: Two available, each up to $4000 ($1000 per year over a maximum four-year period). Open to students studying a Bachelor of Engineering (electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, chemical) or Science, commencing in the first year of study and carrying through to final (maximum fourth) year, subject to acceptable academic performance. Vacation employment is offered to third year students. To find out more about the scholarship criteria and application, visit the careers section on our website, www.loyyangb.com.au

Senior Wastewater Treatment Operator Do you have experience in wastewater treatment and excellent problem solving skills? Looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge and mentor a team? Do people enjoy being around and working with you? If so, we want to hear from you! Applications close at 5 pm on Monday 12 October 2020. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undertake a preemployment medical and a National Police Check.

Gippsland Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from experienced women and men, people with disabilities, LGBTI, ATSI, culturally and ethnically diverse candidates to best represent and engage with communities we live and work in. 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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INTERSTATE and INTRASTATE TRUCK DRIVERS REQUIRED

Your duties will include but not limited:

● Transportation of general freight. ● Participate in the loading and unloading of vehicles. ● Daily prestart checks on the vehicles and equipment. ● Restraining of loads correctly and safely. ● Correctly managing fatigue in each journey. ● Completing and ensuring all required paper work is handed in on time. ● Complying with all Bedggoods policies and procedures. ● Must have a current HC or MC licence. ● Must provide a Vic Roads Licence print out. ● Experience preferable but not essential. Please email resume to: craig@bedggoodstransport.com.au

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Cranes Asphalting & Bitumen Sealing Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Civil Construction Workers to join our crew, based in Sale. ● The successful candidate will have experience operating excavators, skid steers and rollers. ● HR truck, pipe laying and concrete experience will be highly regarded. ● This role will suit a person willing to get off a machine and pick up a shovel. To be considered for this position the successful candidate will be physically fit, hold an industry induction card and applicable tickets. Applications close September 30, 2020. This position is for immediate start. Interested candidates should email their covering letter and resume, addressed to: Managing Director Cranes Asphalting & Bitumen Sealing Pty Ltd 90 McMillan Street Bairnsdale Vic. 3875 Email: admin@cranesasphalting.com.au Phone (03) 5152 2941

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12 month fixed term full time parental leave contract at St Anne’s Campus Ongoing part-time 0.5FTE (2.5 days per week) at Bairnsdale Campus

We are seeking two enthusiastic and committed Early Childhood Teachers to deliver effective teaching and learning programs within our Sale (Reception room) and Bairnsdale (Reception room) Early Learning Centres commencing in Term 1 of 2021. If you are innovative, enthusiastic and hold an ability to engage and challenge students, are excited and invigorated by learning and possess a positive outlook, exceptional interpersonal skills and have a demonstrated ability to build authentic, collaborative relationships, we encourage you to apply.

School Psychologist We seek an ongoing, full time Psychologist to commence in Term 1 of 2021 to support the mental health and wellbeing of our students and staff, provide assessments and liaise with various agencies, professionals, and staff. You will be suitably qualified and experienced in counselling children and adolescents and have the ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Library Technician We are seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic individual to assist in the provision of library services in the Garnsey Campus Information Services Centre four days per week on an ongoing basis commencing Term 1, 2021.

ZCG - RF Solutions Consultant

ZCG Scalar is an Australian manufacturer of Radio Frequency antenna products in a wide range of growing global markets. An RF Solutions Sales Consultant is now required to meet the demands of our expanding customer base for ZCG Scalar products. The position is based at the Head Office in Lindenow. The Role: We are looking for a motivated sales professional who understands the importance of customer service and solid relationships. The applicant needs to be an experienced and self-motivated sales person who can generate new business and strengthen existing customer relations. The applicant will also have well developed communication skills, both verbal and written. No previous experience in radio frequency equipment is necessary to achieve outstanding results in this position. Comprehensive training will be provided, however, a certain amount of dedication to self-education in the early days will help secure sales and rewards sooner. The successful applicant will have a proven record of managing existing customer accounts and new business development. Attention to detail and a desire to work with customers to help provide the best possible RF solution for their needs is critical. If you are interested in a change of career with more quality family time, a secure week day job in an ever expanding and evolving industry then please send your resume to: jobs@zcg.com.au

You will assist in the acquisition, organisation and maintenance of library resources, support staff and students in resource retrieval, support integration of technology into the school curriculum, along with assist in the marketing of the information services centre and associated resources. A friendly, approachable manner, excellent communication and organisational skills along with the ability to work cohesively in a team environment is essential.

Early Learning Centre Co-Educator As a result of the retirement of a long-standing staff member, we are seeking an energetic and reliable Early Learning Centre Co-Educator to support the high quality educational program delivered in our four year old Transition Room, at St Anne’s Campus, for three days per week on an ongoing basis. You will be suitably experienced and hold a Diploma in Children’s Services. A working knowledge of early years learning frameworks and a passion for excellence is mandatory.

Cleaner A suitably experienced cleaner is required as soon as possible to join our Sale based Maintenance Team, working split shifts from 5am to 8:30am followed by 3pm to 6pm Monday to Friday on an ongoing basis. You will be efficient, take pride in a job well done and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. Visit our website to find out more. Applications close 5pm Wednesday 30 September 2020

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021- 024

COVID-19 Deep Cleaning Panel of Suppliers

Yarram Pump Track

Wellington Shire Council invites suitably qualified contractors to tender to establish a panel of suppliers that can provide a COVID-19 Deep Clean if the situation arises on any Wellington Shire Council premises. All tenderers must register with Council and obtain the tender documents, which are available from the eProcure website.

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-018

Website: www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil Email: rodc@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Rod Cusack on (03) 5142 3039 All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than than 2.00pm Thursday 15 October 2020. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted. WSC_4340

Situations Vacant

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All tenderers must register with Council and obtain the tender documents, which are available from the eProcure website. Website: www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil Email: mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 28 October 2020. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Sale Netball Association

Representative Coaches for 2021

Sale Netball Association is seeking applications for coaches for their Representative and Development teams for season 2021. Age groups are: 11/U, 13/U, 15/U. Please email your applications through to: salenetball@gmail.com.au Applications close October 31,2020.

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021- 025

Sale Pump Track Wellington Shire Council invites suitable civil contractors to tender for the design and construction of the Sale Pump Track in Sale. Practical completion date: 30 April 2021. All tenderers must register with Council and obtain the tender documents, which are available from the eProcure website. Website: www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil Email: mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 28 October 2020.

Currently Hiring

Bonaccord Freightlines is currently seeking both experienced HC drivers and an MC driver to join our team for our Long Distance Operation. The MC driver position is for a Melbourne run only. The positions will be offered on a fulltime basis and there will be some weekend work involved to service our 7 day a week business. The candidates we are looking for will have: ● A HC or MC licence with a minimum of 2 years heavy vehicle driving experience ● Must be over 23 yrs due to insurance purposes ● Professional driving attitude and driving record ● Previous refrigerated transport experience, is desirable but not essential ● A commitment to workplace health and safety is essential To be successful for this role applicants must: ● Pass a company medical including drug and alcohol test ● A flexibility to work weekends and public holidays is a must ● Be well presented, professional and reliable ● Have attention to detail ● Be able to provide exceptional customer service to our blue chip customers We have a well maintained and modern fleet, and if you take pride in your work and are looking for stable long term employment we encourage you to apply for this role. To apply send resumes with work referees directly to freightlines@bonaccord.net For further details please contact our office on 03 5157 1325 during office hours Applications close COB 9th October 2020.

Practical completion date: 16 April 2021.

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Long Distance HC Driver and an MC Driver

Wellington Shire Council invites suitable civil contractors to tender for the design and construction of the Yarram Pump Track in Yarram.

● Factory Production Operators ● Casual Labour ● Accountants ● Accounts Receivable Please send resume through applications@bambachcables.com.au

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021- 026

TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT Are you looking for a career that will allow you to work and study, whilst providing you with a growing income, in excellent working conditions with learning challenges and a defined career path? Local Accounting and Business Services firm Pund & Associates are seeking a "Trainee Accountant" for our Maffra office. Applicants will need to be completing VCE in 2020 and be prepared to study part time at University whilst working part time. If you are interested in a career in accounting/taxation/business services, are self motivated and enjoy working in a team environment, we want to you to apply. Please forward your resume along with a letter of application to: kellie@pundandassociates.com.au Applications close on Friday, October 9, 2020.

Maffra Pump Track Wellington Shire Council invites suitable civil contractors to tender for the design and construction of the Maffra Pump Track in Maffra. Practical completion date: 23 April 2021. All tenderers must register with Council and obtain the tender documents, which are available from the eProcure website. Website: www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil Email: mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 28 October 2020. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Tuesday’s newspaper is now available in newspaper format online at http://www.gippslandtimes.com.au/digital-editions/ Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 29 September, 2020 - Page 31

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CAR REMOVALS

Free service. Phone Sam 0488 471 163

JEEP Grand Cherokee Limited, auto, good condition, top of the range, good tyres, 6 mths reg, 15M-5DV, $2250 o.b.o. Phone 0438 641 000.

MAZDA UTE 2006, turbo diesel, 118,000kms, UEV704, $7,200. Phone 5143 2996

Engagements

IMPORTANT NOTICE

All engagement and marriage notices must carry the signatures of BOTH parties. If under 18 the parents’ signatures as well. BIRTH NOTICES: Where both parents are named, signatures of both are required and telephone numbers to enable verification.

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DIGBY-SMITH, Jeanette Anne. Passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2020. Aged 70 years. Wife of Darryl. Loved mother of Robert, Marree and Mikel. A loved nana and great nana.

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

PORSCHE 944 1986, manual, good cond., safety checked, 320,000km, March rego, UXM-446, reluctant sale $9000 o.n.o. Ph 0427 009 968.

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Deaths

KEWLEY, Phillip John. 8/10/1942 - 26/9/2020 in his 78th Year. Dearly loved elder son of Lorna Mary (Bott) and John Edwin Kewley (both dec.). And brother to Roger. Rest in Peace KEWLEY, Phill (Phillip John) 8/10/1942 - 26/9/2020 Passed away suddenly at Monash Medical Centre. Dearly loved husband of Jan. Proud father to Shawn, Suzy, Sally, and Sara Kewley. Devoted grandfather to Lachlan, Lauren, Stephanie, Elliot, Fred and Darcy Kewley. Harry, Jackson and Ben Burge. Cody and Sacha Vine. Father-in-law to Klint. Friend to Karo and Peter. You will be sadly missed by all your family.

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AITKEN, David John. A gentle and caring man. Offroad, Anderson plug, Rest in Peace 2x deep cycle battery set Auntie Pat, Uncle Reg, up for free camping, e.c. Belinda, Karen, Sandra, $4000 o.n.o. 0438 904 218. Barbara, Kerri and My darling, I am sad that families. you have left our loving partnership so suddenly. AITKIN, David. Your qualities were contaDeepest sympathy to Sue, gious - quirky jokes, hard Imogen and Gil. worker, gentleman, fastidiDavid was a well ous, special hobbies of respected colleague and woodwork, model trains friend. He will be sadly and travelling. Priority was missed by those he children's welfare and Older caravans, any worked with. success. condition, make or size. - The Instrument and Together 54 years, with Please call 0490 044 717 Electrical Work Group, 53rd wedding anniversary Longford. any time. on October 21. Working side by side we climbed those mountains. Love of Marine travelling was addictive in motorhome, trains and overseas. Passion for dining. Your 78th is October 8.

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1985 Marksply Cruiser 7.32m, 1996 Mazda T4000 120hp inboard, includes trailer. New Lowrance, marine radio/CD radio, shower, toilet, cooking and sleeping area, new trailer/ boat winch, 2 new batt's. Currently parked at Lakes Entrance $22,000 o.n.o. Mick 0418 572 219.

The memories of your love, companionship and commitment will stay with me forever. I held your hand to the end and gave you your last kiss and hug. Until we meet again, love you Jan xxooxx

ARCHBALD, Edward Joseph. 11/02/49 - 15/09/20 A beloved and devoted Your gentle spirit, hard husband, and kind step- work, and support for dad, who was respected the family have been and loved by many. remarkable. You left us too suddenly, Rest in peace now and but until we see you know you live in our again, you will remain in hearts, memories, and our hearts. home. Machinery Missing you... Thank you Dad (Pop), you Much love from your wife are loved and appreciated Hildegarda, your sister forever more. Bronwyn, step-daughter Shawn and Karolyn, Elliot, and son-in-law, Poppy Frederik, and Darcy GF5001MH, 4 rotor and Aaron, and grandson Kewley. tedder, very good Jet. Lachlan, Lauren and condition, $5500 incl GST. Stephanie Kewley. COUCH, Robyn. Phone 0409 436 259. Robyn was a knowledgeable, long-time member of the Sale Bridge Club who made a significant contriAlfarel vertical tubeless bution to the game of steam boiler, gas fired, bridge over many years. 50hp, g.c., no further use $5000. Ph 0408 514 595. CROWNE (Taylor), Maree. With a sad and heavy Trailers heart Phil and Teresa announce the passing of their beautiful daughter Maree. Much loved mother of Zara. Loving partner of Nathan. removable top, with ladder Adored sister of Jennifer, rack, reg till May 2021, Michelle, Geoff, David and $900 o.n.o. Phone 0490 families. 831 169. Forever in our hearts Page 32 - Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 29 September, 2020

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KEWLEY, Phillip John. Dad, I look back over time and find myself wondering... did I remember to thank you enough for all that you have done for me and the boys? For all the time you were by our sides To help and support us... To celebrate our successes, to understand our problems and accept our defeats? Or by teaching me by your example the value of hard work, good judgement, courage and integrity? I wonder if I ever thanked you for the sacrifices you made, to let me have the best? And for the simple things like laughter, smiles and times we shared? If I have forgotten to show my gratitude enough for all the things you did, I am thanking you now and I am hoping you knew all along, how much you meant to me and the boys. The Pugs are even looking for you to come in the door to sit on your special chair and have a cappuccino and have them on your knee. They know something is wrong. I held your hand to the end with Mum. You are at peace now Dad. All my love Suzy XOX Pop, We'll always remember you because there will never be another one to replace you in our hearts, and the love we will always have for you. Thank you for everything you did for Mum and us. We know that you are at peace now. All our love Harrison, Jackson, and Benjamin XOX Dad, your love was unconditional. You worked so hard. You were always there and always so proud of anything we did. You fought to the very end. I will always love you and will see you later. Love Sally. Dad, A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest, it broke our hearts to see you go, we know you tried your best. They say that memories are golden, well maybe that is true, but we never wanted memories we only wanted you. Your life was love and labour, your love for family true, you did your best for all of us, we will always remember you. We sat beside your bedside, our hearts were crushed and sore, we did our duty to the end, 'til we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking, we watched you fade away, and though our hearts were breaking, we knew you could not stay. Our lips cannot speak how we loved you, our hearts cannot tell what to say, but we only know we miss you, in our home that is lonely today. We love you and miss you with all of our hearts. Rest easy Dad, you are in no more pain. Love always and forever Your baby Sara, Klint, Cody and Sacha. XOXOXO. Pop, You and I shared lots of jokes. You always sat next to me. Your chair is vacant now, but memories of you will last forever. I love you and miss you very much Pop. Love Cody XOXOX.

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KEWLEY, Phillip John. Pop, I love you very much and now you're in a better place. I still love you whenever you're not here. We had amazing good holidays, I loved having you coming around to Mum's house to see us. It was so much fun having you in our in our lives, but I still wish you were here. You loved saying when you left "I'll see you in the soup", and sing the rocking chair. You loved a lot of things - family, trains, building things and more. I love you so much, you are my favourite Pop. Love you miss you Sacha XOXOX.

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WHEATLEY, Irene. 30/9/1934 - 21/9/2020 Much loved mother of Brian, mother-in-law of Erica. Grandmother of Belinda, Shane (wife Margaret) and Jason. Great grandmother of Kody, Blake, Alecia, Ethan and Jai. The worlds greatest Mum. Always sympathetic and understanding and there for us. You could not do enough for us, and loved your extended family, and will be sadly missed. Loved forever and never forgotten. Your loving son Brian and Erica, and family.

A graveside service WAS HELD on Monday Dearly loved brother of September 28, 2020. Roger and brother-in-law A streaming of the service of Helen. can be viewed at We will miss you so much www.handleyand Rest in Peace. andersonfunerals.com.au Love you always Roger and Helen YOUNG, Gary Edwin. Late of Heyfield. Much loved brother-in-law Passed away peacefully and uncle of Sandy, at Monash Medical Centre Graeme, Kristie and Sam Clayton on September 21, Lock and their families. 2020, aged 69 years. So suddenly you were Loving husband of Diane taken. We could not say Loved father and fathergoodbye. We will miss in-law of Tabitha and your wicked sense of Russell, Johnnie and Cara humour, jokes and cheeky and Mark. smile. Poppa of Tayla, Nathan "How's your Mother's and Rusty. chooks." Sadly missed by Penny and Spike. LOVE, Christine. Central Gippsland Health acknowledges w i t h Funerals sadness the death of Christine Love, valued and respected former employee of the Central ARCHBALD. Gippsland Health Linen In accordance with his Service for over 17 years. wishes, Mr Edward Christine was a caring Joseph Archbald will be and passionate person privately cremated. who will be much missed and forever in our thoughts - a kind and happy soul gone way too soon. We offer our deepest sympathies to Michael, Sarah, Kate and their families. CROWNE (Taylor) A private funeral service McSWEENEY for Ms Maree Crowne will (nee Mortimer), be held. Lynette Iris. Passed away peacefully at Heyfield Hospital on September 24, 2020. Dearly loved daughter of Ivan and Iris (both dec.). Loved mother of Kerrin and Jillian. Mother-in-law of Adam and Michael. Adored grandmother of DIGBY-SMITH Isaac, Ella and Mitchell. A private funeral service for Mrs Jeanette Anne Loved and loving partner Digby-Smith will be held of Geoff. at Our Chapel TODAY (Tuesday 29, September "She did it her way" 2020) commencing at Loved and remembered 11am. always. Please visit our website for the live stream of Jeanette's service. McSWEENEY, Lynette Iris. Lynette, your many visits are going to be missed. Your life's journey now completed. Val and Laurie, Mark and Dolly, Mandy and James, and families. KEWLEY. SNELL, A private family service for William George James Mr Phillip John "Phill" (Jim). Kewley will be held at Of Winnindoo. Delbridge Funeral Chapel, Peacefully at Sale hospital Sale at 11am on FRIDAY on September 19, 2020. (October 2, 2020). Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Please see our website Daphne (dec.). for livestream details. Loving father of Judith and Chuck Walker, Jamie and Anne, Rowena and Phillip Milbourne, Colin and Glenys, Ross and Vivian.

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Loyal grandfather of William (dec.), Michael, Katherine, Xavier, Matthew, Allison and Tristan, Benjamin, Dean, and Dale. Adoring great grandfather of Eliza.

McSWEENEY (nee Mortimer) A private funeral service for Mrs Lynette Iris McSweeney will be held at Our Chapel on FRIDAY (October 2, 2020) commencing at 2pm. TREASURE, Gwen. Passed away peacefully Please visit our website at Tricare Nursing Home for the live stream of on September 2, 2020, Lynette's service. aged 86. Loved mother of Mark, Julie, Rob and Glenn. Beloved grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed greatly

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POWELL A private funeral service for Mrs Elaine Elizabeth Powell of Yarram WAS HELD on Monday, September 21, 2020.

SNELL A private funeral aervice for Mr William George James (Jim) Snell will be held at the Heyfield Uniting Church TOMORROW (Wednesday, September 30, 2020) commencing at 10.30am. Followed by interment at the Bunyip Cemetery at 2pm. Please visit our website for the live stream of Jim's service. If desired in lieu of flowers, donations to Central Gippsland Health would be appreciated.

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DOHERTY, Manus John "Doc". September 30, 2015 On Angel's wings you were taken away, But in my heart you will always stay, I hear your whisper in the tallest trees, And feel your love on the gentle breeze. My only love for 30 years, September always brings back my tears. Your ever loving wife Paula. WHITE, Clyde Henry. 21/3/1925 - 30/9/1992 Treasured memories. Never forgotten. Love Mona and family.

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BENNETT, Andrea. I would sincerely like to thank everyone for the beautiful flowers and plants, cards, phone calls and caring visits from you all on the passing of my daughter in Adelaide, where I was unable to say goodbye due to border control. The plants are now in a special memorial garden. To my friends who have been there for me over the past 20 months, my grateful thanks for your support. To Jenson, Ted and Andi she will not be forgotten. Sincere thanks, Jean Downs.

STARES A private funeral service for Mrs Valda Betty Stares of Alberton WAS HELD on Wednesday, September HENRY, Shirley Doreen. 23, 2020. Graham, Philip, Joanne, Susan, Matthew and Debbie (dec.) and all their families would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone for your love, kindness and support, and for the many cards, phone calls, meals and beautiful flowers YOUNG. A private funeral service received on the passing of due to Covid-19 will be Shirley. held for Mr Gary Edwin Your condolences and support have been greatly Young. Invitation only by family, appreciated. however a "Facebook To Semmens Funerals, Live" broadcast of the Brad and Pal for their service will take place at compassion and care. 1PM TODAY (Tuesday, Robert Barnes for the September 29, 2020) beautiful service you gave. Sale hospital and https://www.facebook. staff for their care and com/gippslandfuneral kindness. The staff and services/live/. help at Stretton Park, also the Doctors and staff at the Maffra Medical Group. Please accept our sincere gratitude and personal thanks. Shirley will be forever in our hearts.

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Sport

www.gippslandtimes.com.au

Auskick set to be bigger STRATFORD Auskick organiser Matt Battley has a feeling next year’s Stratford Auskick program will be even bigger and better, after it faced unexpected challenges this year and could not run because of COVID-19 restrictions. Battley, who took over the program four years ago, said it always attracts a large crowd of participants, and was a great way to teach young children resilience, perserverence and reward for effort. “But above all it’s about fun, and we have a lot of that,” he said. Battley, whose two older children are Auskick ‘veterans’, said there was already a lot of interest from parents and children for next year. In 2021, Stratford Auskick will most likely run its successful cash-n-can competition to help get kids involved in cleaning up the environment, while raising money for the club. Last year’s competition saw an incredible 228 kilograms of cans collected and $114 raised. “It was a pretty hard-fought competition last year, with the winner taking the title by only 54 cans,” Battley said. “I’d like to give a big shout out to all the parents for consuming copious amounts of cans to help their little Auskick legend win a prize, all the local businesses that helped with the prizes and Kyl and Mandi Johnson for supplying the trailer to get the cans to the scrap metal facility. “So when COVID-19 boots off and all sporting activities are back up and running we’ll do something similar next year.” For more information go to the group’s Facebook page at facebook.com/Stratfordauskick/

Sports briefs Renooy back to coach Bombers

DARREN Renooy will coach Boisdale-Briagolong for the 2021 East Gippsland football season. A life member at the club, Renooy coached the Bombers senior teams in 2005 and 2006, and has had premiership success as a coach at Maffra. Sam Bedggood has returned to Boisdale-Briagolong in a cocoaching arrangement, taking on a on-field leadership role as well as assisting Renooy. Bedggood in recent years was coach of the Maffra under 18s. Fellow EGFNL club Wy Yung has named Doug Vickers to be its coach. Vickers coached the Tigers to the 2005 premiership.

Emerging talents

TWO local cricketers have been named in Cricket Victoria’s under 16 female emerging performance squad. B u n d a l a g u a h ’s A b b y Wrigglesworth and Stratford’s Matilda Pendergast have taken part in a series of online educational sessions with presentations from leading cricket and industry figures. The under 16 program will move to a face-to-face training program based at the Cricket Victoria headquarters at the Junction Oval when government and health advice allow. Cricket Victoria is also working with Cricket New South Wales to create match opportunities

in January at the newly-built Wodonga hub. Abby and Matilda, who will be playing forWomen’s Premier Cricket club Dandenong this summer, join Noah Hurley and Meika King, who were selected in under 19 squads, in the emerging performance program.

Sale golf

September 22, women’s stroke monthly medal: H Wood 76, runnerup P Schaper 77; DTL: M Johns 78, K Bedggood 81, K Cashman 83; stableford: M Jones 24; NTP: 11th (second shot) J Cashman. September 23, men’s stableford: A grade: L Harper 37, runner-up J Simic 36cb; B grade: B Johnson 36, runner-up R Hayman 35, C grade: D Fitzgibbon 37, runner-up M Kirkpatrick 36; DTL: P Neligan 36, I Jones 35, J Embling 35, G Ballinger 35, G King 34, G Callinan 34, T McAdam 34, J Todd 33, I Griffiths 33, C Sharp 33; NTP: 3rd P Neligan, 6th C Turner, 11th A Taylor, 14th B Cashman. September 26, men’s stableford: A grade: B Carter 35, runner-up D Wright 33; B grade: C Sharp 39, runner-up B Marchesi 36; C grade: T Marchesi 39, runner-up J Pollard 35; DTL: G Moulton 34, A Taylor 34, K Curtis 34, R Stephenson 33, B Minster 32, H Silby 32, D Fitzgibbon 32, F Simmonds 32, B Cashman 32, R Donaldson 32; NTP: 3rd C Purry, 6th H Silby, 11th M McDonald, 14th G Moulton.

Maffra golf

September 24, women’s stroke monthly medal: A grade R Walker 71; B grade L Reynolds 71; C grade L Dunsmuir 72; DTL: M Wrigglesworth 72, S Burnett 75, J Sellen 75, L Higgins 75, C Donohue 76, S Marsden 76; NTP: 2nd S Burnett, 12th K Kemo, 16th J Sellen.

Sports news to tell?

Stratford Auskick ‘legend’ Charlie Gartung was the winner of last year’s successful cash-a-can competition, which raised $114 for the club. All participants received something for their efforts, while Charlie won a footy pack and a Sherrin football.

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Tennis to hit off this Saturday

LOCAL tennis players are chomping at the bit to get back into the swing of things this weekend, when Wellington Gippsland Tennis Association’s senior pennant returns on Saturday from 1pm. In section one, some players will be excited and others spooked to see the competition has strengthened significantly over the break, with a return to Gippsland Premier League-like standards, last played in 2012. Heyfield will toss its hat in the ring, providing a section one side for the first time since 2016. For a preview of the 2020-21 WGTA season, grab a copy of the Gippsland Times on Friday. Senior fixtures: Section one:: October 3: Stratford v Maffra Weirs, Sale Dahlsens v Mafra CSC, Sale Findex v Heyfield, Bairnsdale bye. October 10: Heyfield v Sale Dahlsens, Maffra CSC v Stratford, Maffra Weirs v Bairnsdale, Sale Findex bye. October 17: Bairnsdale v Maffra CSC, Stratford v Heyfield, Sale Dahlsens v Sale Findex, Maffra Weirs bye. October 24: Heyfield v Bairnsdale, Maffra CSC v Maffra Weirs, Sale Findex v Stratford, Sale Dahlsens bye. November 7 (Mental Health Round): Bairnsdale v Sale Findex, Stratford v Sale Dahlsens, Maffra Weirs v Heyfield, Maffra CSC bye. November 14: Heyfield v Maffra CSC, Sale Dahlsens v Bairnsdale, Sale Findex v Maffra Weirs, Stratford bye. November 21: Bairnsdale v Stratford, Maffra CSC v Sale Findex, Maffra Weirs v Sale Dahlsens, Heyfield bye. November 28: Maffra Weirs v Stratford, Maffra CSC v Sale Dahlsens, Heyfield v Sale Findex, Bairnsdale bye. December 5: Sale Dahlsens v Heyfield, Stratford v Maffra CSC, Bairnsdale v Maffra Weirs, Sale Findex bye. December 12: Maffra CSC v Bairnsdale, Heyfield v Stratford, Sale Findex v Sale Dahlsens, Maffra Weirs bye. January 30: Bairnsdale v Heyfield, Maffra Weirs v Maffra CSC, Stratford v Sale Findex, Sale Dahlsens bye. February 6 (at Heyfield): Sale Findex v Bairnsdale, Sale Dahlsens v Stratford, Heyfield v Maffra Weirs, Maffra CSC bye. February 13: Maffra CSC v Heyfield, Bairnsdale v Sale Dahlsens, Maffra Weirs v Sale Findex, Stratford bye. February 20 (at Sale): Stratford v Bairnsdale, Sale Findex v Maffra CSC, Sale Dahlsens v Maffra Weirs, Heyfield bye. February 27: Stratford v Maffra Weirs, Sale

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Dahlsens v Maffra CSC, Sale Findex v Heyfield, Bairnsdale bye. March 13: Heyfield v Sale Dahlsens, Maffra CSC v Stratford, Maffra Weirs v Bairnsdale, Sale Findex bye. Section two: October 3: Bairnsdale v Maffra All Round, Stratford v Maffra Pund, Sale KFC v Maffra GRE, Sale Graze v Longford, Sale GCP v Heyfield White, Sale CS v Heyfield Blue. October 10: Heyfield Blue v Sale GCP, Heyfield White v Sale Graze, Longford v Sale KFC, Maffra GRE v Stratford, Maffra Pund v Bairnsdale, Maffra All Round v Sale CS. October 17: Bairnsdale v Maffra GRE, Stratford v Longford, Sale KFC v Heyfield White, Sale Graze v Heyfield Blue, Sale GCP v Sale CS, Maffra All Round v Maffra Pund. October 24: Heyfield Blue v Sale KFC, Heyfield

THE Victoria UTR Series, a new and exciting opportunity for competitive match play is coming to regional Victoria, with Sale Tennis Club to host the event on Friday. The series will utilise the Universal Tennis Rating, a rating system which allows skill level based competition and encourages fair play. With Australian Ranking Tournaments on hold as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, players in regional areas are keen to return to the courts to compete. Players will go head-to-head in a round robin draw, using the UTR ‘Fast4’ scoring format where players will adhere to playing first to four games, play lets, have no ad scoring, and tiebreakers at three games all. Each venue will strictly follow state government and Tennis Victoria Community Tennis Guidelines, where physical distancing, stringent hygiene and safety precautions will be in place. Tennis Victoria tournament and event coordinator Shelly Hart was excited to be launching the Victoria UTR Series, and recommencing competitive play for junior athletes in regional Victoria. “All tennis players, from social players to professionals, can use their Universal Tennis Rating to measure their competitive ability,” she said. “Plenty of clubs were eager to get on board and run these events after a challenging few months with restrictions.” Traralgon Tennis Association will host an event today and Bairnsdale Tennis Club on Sunday. Entries for all events will be on a first in, first serve basis, and are available online through the Tennis Victoria club page on the UTR website, app.myutr.com/clubs/10703

White v Stratford, Longford v Bairnsdale, Maffra GRE v Maffra Pund, Sale GCP v Maffra All Round, Sale CS v Sale Graze. November 7 (Mental Health Round): Bairnsdale v Heyfield White, Stratford v Heyfield Blue, Sale KFC v Sale CS, Sale Graze v Sale GCP, Maffra Pund v Longford, Maffra All Round v Maffra GRE. November 14: Heyfield Blue v Bairnsdale, Heyfield White v Maffra Pund, Longford v Maffra GRE, Sale Graze v Maffra All Round, Sale GCP v Sale KFC, Sale CS v Stratford. November 21: Bairnsdale v Sale CS, Stratford v Sale GCP, Sale KFC v Sale Graze, Maffra GRE v Heyfield White, Maffra Pund v Heyfield Blue, Maffra All Round v Longford. November 28: Heyfield Blue v Maffra GRE, Heyfield White v Longford, Sale KFC v Maffra All Round, Sale Graze v Stratford, Sale GCP v Bairnsdale, Sale CS v Maffra Pund.

December 5: Bairnsdale v Sale Graze, Stratford v Sale KFC, Longford v Heyfield Blue, Maffra GRE v Sale CS, Maffra Pund v Sale GCP, Maffra All Round v Heyfield White. December 12: Heyfield Blue b Heyfield White, Stratford v Maffra All Round, Sale KFC v Bairnsdale, Sale Graze v Maffra Pund, Sale GCP v Maffra GRE, Sale CS v Longford. January 30: Bairnsdale v Stratford, Heyfield White v Sale CS, Sale GCP v Longford, Maffra GRE v Sale Graze, Maffra Pund v Sale KFC, Maffra All Round v Heyfield Blue. February 6 (at Maffra): Maffra All Round v Bairnsdale, Maffra Pund v Stratford, Maffra GRE v Sale KFC, Longford v Sale Graze, Heyfield White v Sale GCP, Heyfield Blue v Sale CS. February 13 (at Sale): Sale GCP v Heyfield Blue, Sale Graze v Heyfield White, Sale KFC v Longford, Stratford v Maffra GRE, Bairnsdale v Maffra Pund,

Sale CS v Maffra All Round. February 20: Maffra GRE v Bairnsdale, Longford v Stratford, Heyfield White v Sale KFC, Heyfield Blue v Sale Graze, Sale CS v Sale GCP, Maffra Pund v Maffra All Round. February 27: Sale KFC v Heyfield Blue, Stratford v Heyfield White, Bairnsdale v Longford, Maffra Pund v Maffra GRE, Maffra All Round v Sale GCP, Sale Graze v Sale CS. March 13: Heyfield White v Bairnsdale, Heyfield Blue v Stratford, Sale CS v Sale KFC, Sale GCP v Sale Graze, Longford v Maffra Pund, Maffra GRE v Maffra All Round. Section three: October 3: Longford v Sale Glencoe, Maffra Wilmours v Maffra Adams, Sale Elliman v Heyfield, Briagolong bye. October 10: Heyfield v Maffra Wilmours, Maffra Adams v Longford, Sale Glencoe v Briagolong, Sale Elliman bye. October 17: Briagolong v Maffra Adams, Longford v Heyfield, Maffra Wilmours v Sale Elliman, Sale Glencoe bye. October 24: Heyfield v Briagolong, Maffra Adams v Sale Glencoe, Sale Elliman v Longford, Maffra Wilmours bye. November 7: Briagolong v Sale Elliman, Longford v Maffra Wilmours, Sale Glencoe v Heyfield, Maffra Adams bye. November 14: Heyfield v Maffra Adams, Maffra Wilmours v Briagolong, Sale Elliman v Sale Glencoe, Longford bye. November 21: Briagolong v Longford, Maffra Adams v Sale Elliman, Sale Glencoe v Maffra Wilmours, Heyfield bye. November 28: Sale Glencoe v Longford, Maffra Adams v Maffra Wilmours, Heyfield v Sale Elliman, Briagolong bye. December 5: Maffra Wilmours v Heyfield, Maffra Adams v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Glencoe, Sale Elliman bye. December 12: Maffra Adams v Briagolong, Heyfield v Longford, Sale Elliman v Maffra Wilmours, Sale Glencoe bye. January 30: Briagolong v Heyfield, Sale Glencoe v Maffra Adams, Longford v Sale Elliman, Maffra Wilmours bye. February 6 (at Stratford): Sale Elliman v Briagolong, Maffra Wilmours v Longford, Heyfield v Sale Glencoe, Maffra Adams bye. February 13: Maffra Adams v Heyfield, Briagolong v Maffra Wilmours, Sale Glencoe v Sale Elliman, Longford bye. February 20 (at Sale): Longford v Briagolong, Sale Elliman v Maffra Adams, Maffra Wilmours v Sale Glencoe, Heyfield bye. February 27: Longford v Sale Glencoe, Maffra Wilmours v Maffra Adams, Sale Elliman v Heyfield, Briagolong bye. March 13: Heyfield v Maffra Wilmours, Maffra Adams v Longford, Sale Glencoe v Briagolong, Sale Elliman bye.

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Derby chance wins at Sale David Braithwaite

AIN’TNODEELDUN is on track for a run in the Victoria Derby after winning at Sale on Thursday. The three-year-old colt, trained by Anthony and Sam Freedman, won race five, the 1615 metre maiden plate. Ridden by Damian Lane,Ain’tnodeeldun settled midfield and when surging in the home straight, never looked beaten as the favourite won by five lengths from Perennial. In third place was Willetts. “We brought last year’s Derby winner (Warning) to this race last year and he couldn’t get the job done, but this guy (Ain’tnodeeldun) is on a similar path,” Freedman Racing’s racing manager Brad Taylor told Racing.com. “He’s always been a colt that’s shown us a really good amount of ability and it’s good to see him get the maiden out of the way. It’s a big relief to see them come out and do that.” The Freedman stable also claimed the honours in race three, the 1415m maiden plate, with Miss Conduct, ridden by Jye McNeil. The three-year-old filly won by a neck from Hostile Takeover. Brazen Breccia, set the pace most of the race, but was passed late by Hostile Takeover to finish third. It was the second consecutive winner for McNeil, who rode Wegobam to victory in race two, the 1006m maiden plate. With second and third placings in his first two races, the three-year-old gelding, trained by Leon and Troy Corstens, was mid-field at the top of the straight, but found a way through to win by half a head from a fast-finishing Trumphouse. Ms Minnelli came third. The first of Lane’s two winners came in the opening race, the three-year-old fillies maiden plate over 1206m, on Sahara Song, trained by Mathew Ellerton and Simon Zahra at Flemington. In her fifth start, the favourite won by half a length from Jeehaan, with Madam Bolli third. The Greenwattle track was rated

“good four”. Race four, the 1415m maiden plate, was won by Miss Inbetween, trained by Michael Mehegan at Mornington and ridden by William Pike. The three-year-old filly, coming off back-to-back second placings, finished three-quarters of a length ahead of Unchain My Bike, after the pair battled for victory down the straight. In third place was Puxi. Tell Me Again, trained by Phillips Stokes at Pakenham and ridden by Luke Nolen, won race six, the benchmark 64 handicap over 1615m. The three-year-old colt, coming off a three-week break following a win at Benalla, won by a neck with a well-timed run. Raise ‘Em Up finished second and Imperial Dawn third. On a day when six of the nine races was won by the favourite, the highest-priced winner came in race seven, the fillies and mares benchmark 70 handicap over 1732m. Six-year-old mare Hunboshi, a $10.50 chance trained by Luke Oliver and ridden by Ben Allen, won by a length from Prophecies, with Just Like Mum third. A Pinch Of Luck, trained by Matt Laurie at Mornington and ridden by Ethan Brown, won race eight, the 1415m class one handicap. The three-year-old filly claimed a second win from as many starts by a head from New Choice, with Tyche Goddess finishing third. In race nine, the 2226m benchmark 64 handicap, the Zoffala was well-back at the top of the straight, but jockey Luke Currie rode him home down the outside to win by two lengths. The four-year-old gelding, trained by Tony and Calvin McEvoy, was coming off a second placing at Oakbank in Adelaide. In second place was Miss Five Hundred, trained by Peter Gelagotis at Moe, with So It Is third. I’m Here Too, trained by Ian Hutchins at Sale, led much of the race and had a chance in the straight, but was out-classed at the end, finishing sixth. The next meeting at Greenwattle will be Sale Cup day, Sunday, October 25.

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Catch The Thief advances in Adelaide David Braithwaite

CATCH The Thief advanced straight to the group one Adelaide Cup final after narrowly winning a match race series. The greyhound is normally trained at Briagolong by Matt Clark, but is under the care of Peter Jovanovic while in South Australia. Catch The Thief convincingly won his 515 metre race against Alfieri in 29.58 seconds, a time only 0.002 better than Golden Night, meaning he can go straight to the final on October 9 and avoid the heats on Thursday. EARN The Answers, trained by Lyn Smith at Nambrok, won a 525m mixed grade six and seven at The Meadows on Saturday. After a good start, he never looked beaten, going on to win a third consecutive race by five lengths. Dr Tucker, trained by Bill McMahon at Darriman, won a 535m grade five. Dr Tucker also had a good start, and charged away to claim a fourth win from seven starts by about seven lengths. On the same program, Madalia Champ came third in a 600m mixed grade four and five for Rosedale trainer John Connor. At Warragul later that day, Disorientated, trained by Smith, won the 400m mixed grade six and seven, ahead of a fast-finishing Portelli Punk, trained by Ray Floyd at Cobains. Alarm Response won a 400m maiden for Matt Clark, while Sovereign Wind, trained by Des Douch at Maffra, won a 460m grade five — a fourth win from his seven starts. Midnight Monarch won a 460m mixed grade four and five for Sale trainer Chris Tilley. William Rose, trained by Sharon-Lee Chignell at Rosedale, came third. In another 460m grade five, Slick Paws, trained by Susan Northway at Heyfield, and Zipping Samara, trained by Carolyn Jones at Rosedale, finished second and third respectively. Got The Torque finished second

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McMahon claims treble at Sale David Braithwaite GREYHOUNDS trained by Bill McMahon won three races during Sunday’s meeting at Sale. Dogs from the McMahon kennels at Darriman filled the first four placings in the night’s feature, the 440 metre mixed grade six and seven final. Claydon, trained by Bill McMahon, won in 24.91 seconds, three and a half lengths clear of another one his dogs, Dr Madison. Kennelmate Carrie, trained by Jenny Gill, came third, with Timmy, trained by Kim McMahon, fourth. Bill had back-to-back wins later in the night. Dr Mumma won race seven, a 440m grade five, in 25.44s, claiming a fourth victory in seven races. Just 0.94s separated the first five dogs. In race eight, the 440m mixed grade three and four, Sweet Demi won in 25.24s) In her past five runs, Sweet Demi has two wins, two seconds and a third. Finishing a length behind was Soda King, trained at Heyfield by Susan Northway, with another Bill McMahon dog, Dr Headley, third. There was another close finish in race four, a 520m event restricted to dogs with one to three wins, with half a second separating the first four dogs. Mad Eye Madam (30.18s) won for Ray Floyd at Cobains, followed by Minter Sparkle, trained by Joy Reinke at Johnsonville, Got Girl for Terry Proctor at Alberton West, and Dr in yet another 460m grade five for Tinamba trainer Robert Bean, while Jimmy Goat Rose, trained by Jeff Chignell at Rosedale, and Even Keats, trained by Floyd, had thirdplaced finishes on the night. Josie’s Entity, trained by Smith, and Rio Hustler, trained by Tyllah Cornell at Seaspray, finished second and third respectively in a 400m grade five. IN wet conditions at Cranbourne on Friday, Bella Edition, trained by Northway, won the 520m grade five, securing her sixth win from 31 starts. In a good day for Northway, Prize Diamond and California Blond finished second and third respectively in a 311m grade seven race. LYN Smith continued her run of winners on Sunday at Healesville, with Throw Caution claiming a 300m

Luna, trained by Judy McMahon at Darriman. Bangor Lizzy, trained by Matt Clark at Briagolong, held off challengers to win race two, a 440m mixed grade six and seven, by three lengths in 25.04s. Race six, the 520m grade five, was won by Locked In, trained by Yvonne Andrews at Kilmany, in 29.99s, ahead of Whodate Dare, trained at Heyfield by Davide Fasoli. Nicholas Rose, trained by Jeff Chignell at Rosedale, advanced to this Sunday’s final of the 440m grade five series after winning the first heat in 25.91s. The fastest heat time came in the second, which was won by Gotham Duke (24.81s) for Devon Meadows trainer Melanie Lithgow. Tansy, trained by Judy McMahon, Darriman, reached the final after finishing third. The third and final heat was won by Mighty Marvin (25.96s) for Alan Hunter at Pearcedale. Race one, a 440m maiden, was won by Saint Wallace (25.38s), trained by Justin Bowman at Toorloo Arm, ahead of Aussie Swan, trained by Donald Hay at Maffra, and Angel Eyes, trained at Rosedale by Carolyn Jones. Vice Grip, trained by Gerard O’Keeffe at Neerim Junction, won race nine, a 440m restricted wins race, in 25.12s, with Camila finishing third for Jenny Gill. Race 10, a 520m mixed grade four and five, was taken out by Cranberry Miss in 29.84s for Chris Johannsen at Devon Meadows. Moroka Magic, trained at Sale by Jodie Elston, finished third.

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