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THE high employment rate in regional Victoria is causing headaches for many Gippsland businesses, with the resulting labour shortage and ‘pick and choose’ attitude of workers leaving employers out of pocket. The story from many businesses is the same — it’s not just about finding staff, it’s finding people willing to work hard and then trying to keep them. Jim Freshwater, who works at a Bundalaguah fencing company, says he has spent the past few years trying to find suitable young workers to help him, and is turning down contracts almost daily
because of staff shortages. “I’ve estimated I’ve lost about $200,000 in work in recent months alone because I can’t get the workers,” he said. “We advertise, we use social media, we put the word out and we try everything, but they either don’t answer the ads or they come for a week or two and quit. “It’s not that hard. I'm 63 and I can do it; I reckon I’m fitter than most of these young blokes. “My feeling is they just don’t want to work — things are too easy for them.” New data from the Regional Australia Institute shows a seven per cent increase in metro movers to regional Australia, leading to a net migration
surge of 66 per cent in the March quarter. That might sound good for employers, but population growth hasn’t translated into a ready workforce. The same data shows regional job vacancies also rose, with a new record of 69,300 vacancies in May. Frustrated regional employers say despite offering good wages they are unable to meet labour demands. Mr Freshwater pays his young workers $30 an hour to help him build and repair fences. “You can’t tell me that’s not a good wage for a young person,” he said. The Regional Australia Institute cites migration as a large employment supplier, as well as
job-creator, and with COVID-19 putting much of the country’s migration on hold, it’s little wonder some employers are suffering. But regional workforce shortages are not just COVID-related. According to the Internet Vacancy Index, since late 2016 job vacancy growth in regional areas has outstripped vacancy growth in some of the largest cities. Before the pandemic, federal government data showed almost 6000 regional and rural jobs were advertised online, with Bendigo and the High Country recording the highest number of vacancies at 1700, followed by Gippsland with more than Continued page 3
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Work began late last week on Telstra’s 5G network in central Sale, but disruption should be minimal.
Work has begun on Telstra 5G network
WORKS to Telstra’s 5G network began on Friday, after being postponed in the aftermath of the storms. Telstra regional general manager Loretta Willaton said in response to feedback provided by Sale residents, the telco has made a few changes to the way it worked this time to provide better connectivity. “We’ll be keeping 3G services on for the duration of the upgrade, so disruptions won’t be as noticeable, especially to businesses,” she said. “To upgrade the site to 5G and bring the latest technology to Sale, we’ll need to switch off 4G services throughout the upgrade window, but we’ll keep any disruption to a minimum. “We want to thank Sale locals for their patience while we rescheduled this work and, while there’s never a perfect time to upgrade our mobile network, we know our customers will see a big improvement in the network afterwards.” The works are expected to finish sometime this week. Earlier this month, Telstra acknowledged a planned outage which knocked out phone services in Sale was not the best timing, given local people were still dealing with the aftermath of flooding and storms. The loss of service also posed a problem for people trying to check in to the government’s QR system and use eftpos machines. At the time, Ms Willaton said the work had been scheduled for some time as part of a national program, but the telco would work to find a better time to get the upgrade done.
THIS week is NAIDOC Week — an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to come together, connect to culture and Country, and share with non-Indigenous Australians to help them to grow their cultural awareness, knowledge and skills respectfully. Until Sunday, NAIDOC celebrations will be held around the country, with this year’s theme — ‘Heal Country!’ — providing the basis for NAIDOC discussion. Aunty Liz Thorpe gave a Welcome to Country at a NAIDOC ceremony at the Port of Sale yesterday morning, which was followed by the raising of the Australian, Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander flags on Foster St, and a smoking ceremony. To her, NAIDOC Week opens a conversation between all people surrounding what needs to be healed, and what people can do on an individual level. “There’s lots of hurt going on at the moment, so we need lots of healing between all groups, all Indigenous groups and all non-Indigenous groups, and pay respect to one another — it’s the only way we’re going to heal,” she said. “Our Country is actually hurting at the moment. “It’s taken quite a few hundred years, but we seem to be on the path to some sort of healing process, and by having NAIDOC Week, artwork and inviting people along — it’s a fantastic opportunity to share some of those things.” ‘Heal Country!’ calls for everyone to continue to seek greater protections for land, water, sacred sites and cultural heritage from exploitation, desecration and destruction. The theme invites people from all walks of life to embrace First Nations’ cultural knowledge and understanding of Country as part of Australia’s national heritage, and recognises calls from Indigenous people to strengthen measures to recognise, protect, and maintain all aspects of their culture and heritage. The theme also seeks substantive institutional, structural, and collaborative reform, and to resolve injustices which affect Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders. Aunty Liz said there were ways for everyone to get involved with NAIDOC Week, even for those who hadn’t been involved before. “If they haven’t celebrated NAIDOC Week, it’s a
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great idea to see if they can get to a flag raising, and find out from the local community what activities are going on,” she said. Aunty Liz encouraged people to phone the Port of Sale visitor information centre to see what activities were taking place locally if they were unsure. Wellington Shire Council has encouraged people to continue viewing the Indigenous exhibition at Gippsland Art Gallery throughout the week, or explore the environs of the Port of Sale — the traditional lands of the Gunaikurnai people, including the Borun and Tuk walk, which tells visitors the Gunaikurnai creation story. The Bataluk Cultural Trail, which spans from Cape Conran to Won Wron, follows traditional routes weaving through sites of Aboriginal significance, and is another way people can reflect on the significance of healing Country this NAIDOC Week. Its local sites include red gums in Sale Common Wetlands (or Wayput) which carry the scars where bark was removed to make canoes, the Knob
Reserve in Stratford (an important Aboriginal meeting place), Ramahyuck Cemetary in Perry Bridge and White Woman’s Waterhole, in Won Wron State Forest, which acknowledges the tragedies of massacres following rumours a white woman was held captive by Gurnaikurnai people in the mid 1800s. For more information about the trail, visit www. visitgippsland.com.au
Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation will host its annual NAIDOC family fun day for local Indigenous families tomorrow at 117 Foster St, from 11.30am until 2.30pm. NAIDOC originally stood for ‘National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee’, which was once responsible for organising national activities during NAIDOC Week, but its acronym has since become the name of the week itself. More on NAIDOC Week will appear in Friday’s Gippsland Times issue.
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Vaccination plan out of COVID AUSTRALIA will transition from trying to suppress COVID-19 to living with the disease — once enough of the population is vaccinated. Prime Minister Scott Morrison last week announced a four-phase plan to transition Australia from its first phase of virus suppression to a fourth phase of something resembling life as it was pre-pandemic. Each new phase will be triggered when Australia hits a threshold of vaccinated people. Mr Morrison said the current phase, phase one, involved vaccinating, preparing and planning. Current pre-vaccination measures would continue to focus on suppression of community transmission. Post-vaccination settings would “focused on prevention of serious illness, hospitalisation and fatality and the public health management of other infectious diseases”. As part of the strategy, Mr Morrison also announced a short term, 50 per cent reduction in passengers arriving in the country to take pressure off the hotel quarantine system as it is put under strain by the more contagious Delta COVID variant. The new passenger caps will come into effect by July 14, but some states may impose them sooner. In addition, the Commonwealth will facilitate more repatriation flights to Darwin for quarantine at the Howard Springs facility while the reduction is in place, the Prime Minister said. It will also extend freight subsidies to
ensure that supplies, such as medicines and vaccines, continue to come into Australia by air. The Prime Minister said Australia would trial and pilot a home quarantine scheme, which could also be shorter than the current two-week quarantine time. “The work that we have already done ... shows that a vaccinated person doing quarantine for seven days is stronger than an unvaccinated person doing quarantine for 14 days,” he said. Mr Morrison said the traveller cap would return to the current level in phase two, with even larger caps for vaccinated travellers. He said the second phase of the plan would kick in when Australia reached specific targets of vaccinations, which the Prime Minister has not specified but said would be based on scientific evidence. During that phase, lockdowns would only be used in extreme circumstances, and vaccinated people would have eased restrictions when there were lockdowns or border closures. More students and economic visitors would be allowed then as well. Phase three will be the consolidation phase and will mean the virus will be managed like any other infectious disease. “That basically means that the hospitalisation and fatality rates that you would see from COVID-19 would be like the flu,” Mr Morrison said. He said vaccinated people would be able to travel abroad at will. “We get this done, Australia, and you
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The federal government has a four-step plan to get back to something resembling life as we knew it pre-COVID, and it all hinges on yet-to-be-announced vaccination targets. can see what is on the other side,” Mr Somerset are now all in orange zones. Morrison said. These join Alice Springs and Greater “You get vaccinated, and we get there, Darwin — incorporating the City of and this all changes.” Darwin, Palmerston and Litchfield – Mr Morrison said more details on the which were declared orange zones on steps would emerge during the next Friday, month. Orange zone permit holders entering As Canberra grapples with the plan Victoria must isolate on arrival, get out of COVID, Victoria was making tested within 72 hours, and stay isolated changes to continue the protection of until they get a negative result. its borders. In Queensland, the City of Brisbane, Changes have been to zonings under Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast Victoria’s travel permit system. remain red zones. As of Sunday, the Perth metropolitan Greater Sydney, including Central region and Peel region in Western Coast, Shellharbour, Blue Mountains Australia; Townsville (including and Wollongong, also remain red zones. Magnetic Island and Palm Island) The ACT and all other local governin Queensland; the local government ment areas in New South Wales are areas of Ipswich, Logan and Redland orange zones. within Greater Brisbane, and other People must have a valid permit, local government areas in south-east exception or exemption to enter Victoria, Queensland including the Gold Coast, even if entering from a green zone. Lockyer Valley, Noosa, Scenic Rim and Permits can be obtained at www.service.
As of yesterday morning, there were no new locally-acquired COVID-19 cases recorded in Victoria, although there was one new case of an overseas traveller in hotel quarantine, and one person was in hospital. There were 23 active cases in Victoria – five are locally acquired and 18 are overseas acquired cases. On Saturday more than 15,000 vaccine doses were administered by Victoria’s state-commissioned services — 4362 were first doses of Pfizer and 10,789 were second doses. This brings the total number of doses administered at these services to more than one million. This week, there are almost 40,000 bookings in the system for first doses of Pfizer and more than 51,000 second dose bookings. Victoria’s online booking system is now live at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ book-your-vaccine-appointment or people can phone the coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398. Information about Victoria’s vaccination centres can be found at www. coronavirus.vic.gov.au/vaccination-centres
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The total number of confirmed cases in Victoria since the beginning of the pandemic is 20,714. Where to get vaccinated locally, page 4.
Employers report worker shortages
seekers were looking for job security. “I think people are less likely to change jobs in these times of uncertainty, so there are just not as many people looking,” she added. The federal government has placed a strong emphasis on job creation in its 2021-22 Budget, with extensions to income tax offset estimated to create an additional 20,000 jobs by the end of 2022–23. At the same time the state government’s Jobs Victoria Fund is providing $250 million in wage subsidies to help Victorian businesses to employ at least 10,000 people. But without a ready workforce, and international borders still closed, finding staff to fill those jobs and speed up economic recovery might not be so easy.
Employers, particularly in the hospitality sector, are finding it difficult to fill job vacancies, in some cases receiving no applications at all when they advertise positions.
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an office in Sale, sees the labour shortage up close. They fill hundreds of positions in an environment where there are more job vacancies than people actively looking. Recruitment director Rachael Wilson said hospitality workers were “as rare as hens’ teeth”, and believes the shortages have been caused by the increased uncertainty in that industry. “This level of staff shortage is unprecedented in my experience,” she said. “We also have had jobs for chefs and waitresses where we have had zero responses.” Ms Wilson said labour hire was another area hit hard by staff shortages, again largely because job
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From page 1 1200 job vacancies. A search of the SEEK recruitment website this week showed 439 job vacancies in the SaleBairnsdale region alone, mostly in the areas of hospitality, healthcare, childcare, and sales and delivery. Gippsland Hotel, Sale, manager Gill Murphy said staff shortages were a constant problem in the hospitality industry, but had worsened significantly in recent years — and particularly since COVID. “We did lose staff over COVID and it’s hard to fill those positions now,” she said. “I think to a degree there are some people who have become used to not working.” During the early days of the pandemic an incredible $1.2 billion was paid out each fortnight to job seekers on the Coronovirus Supplement from April 2020 to March 2021, when it ended. Ms Murphy said she had recently advertised for three or four weeks for a cook, and not one person had applied — even after advertising in Melbourne. “Many people who say they are looking for work are just too choosey, and that’s just because they can be,” she said. “But I also think COVID has made some sections of the workforce think twice. “We used to hire a lot of mums who needed work during school hours, but that section of the workforce has been lost to us because they don’t want to be locked in just in case home schooling comes back. “COVID has definitely changed everything about the employment scene.” Gippsland agency GBS Recruitment, which has
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Where to access AstraZeneca and Pfizer vaccines in Wellington
Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccinations are available in the Wellington Shire at: Gippsland Regional Sports Complex, Sale, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9.30am to 3.30pm; Wellington Respiratory Clinic, Inglis St, Sale, Monday to Fridays, 8.30am to 5.30pm, Saturdays 8.30am to noon; and Yarram Medical Centre, Tuesdays and Fridays 9am to 3.30pm Bookings must be made through the Victorian state COVID-19 Hotline, 1800 675 398, or online at portal.cvms.vic.gov.au/ Currently, AstraZeneca vaccinations are available at approved medical centres around the shire, including Ramahyuck Gippsland Family Practice, Sale; Maffra Medical Group; the Clocktower Medical Centre, Sale; Heyfield Medical Centre; Sale Medical Centre; Stratford Medical Centre; and Johnson Street Medical, Maffra. Book appointments by phoning 1800 675 398. Walk-ins may be available at some clinics. For more information about vaccination, go to health.gov.au/
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THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia is calling on all governments to urgently activate pharmacists across the nation to administer COVID-19 vaccines, in the wake of Australia’s most recent lockdowns. The society’s national president, Associate Professor Chris Freeman, stressed the importance of involving the country’s most accessible healthcare workforce. “Pharmacists are our most accessible healthcare workforce, and many pharmacists are already trained immunisers,” he said. “Pharmacists are already administering COVID19 vaccines in some community pharmacies in remote and rural areas, in vaccination hubs and in GP clinics around the country. “But we have thousands of other community pharmacists who are ready and raring to go to help protect their communities. “Ensuring as many Australians as possible can access vaccinations is critical if we are to keep ahead of this deadly disease. “Allowing community pharmacists to vaccinate across Australia will massively increase ease and accessibility.” Associate Professor Freeman said many regional and remote communities did not have access to health services via hospitals or local GP clinics. “Given this, community pharmacists are ideally placed to support the rollout, with 97 per cent of the population in capital cities living within 2.5km of their local community pharmacy, and 65 per cent in regional areas. “However, even in capital cities, we know that many are struggling to get appointments at
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Permanent firearms amnesty THE Australian government has partnered with Crime Stoppers Australia to launch a permanent national firearms amnesty. Assistant Minister for Customs, Community Safety and Multicultural Affairs Jason Wood said the amnesty, which began last Thursday, allowed anyone in Australia to hand in unregistered or unwanted firearms that could otherwise fall into the wrong hands. “Unregistered firearms are a threat to our community,” he said. “They are difficult to trace and can fall into the hands of criminals to commit terrible crimes while avoiding police detection. “An unwanted firearm can also be deadly,” Assistant Minister Wood said. “If not properly stored, there is always a risk that it could harm you or your loved ones.” People who have unregistered firearms or firearm-related items will be able to surrender them to police stations anonymously and without penalty, for registration, sale or destruction. Licensed firearms dealers can also receive surrendered firearms in most states and territories. Unwanted firearms may also be handed in. “If you have an unregistered firearm and you want to keep it, hand it in and see if you can register it,” Assistant Minister Wood suggested. “If you don’t want to keep your firearm, hand it in — your community will thank you”. The government says it will ensure people with a legitimate need to access firearms are able to do so. People found in possession of unregistered firearms may face criminal penalties, including imprisonment. To support the beginning of the amnesty, Crime
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Findlay and Weymouth Pharmacy director Darren Richards, pictured administering a flu vaccination to a patient, says his pharmacy had applied to deliver COVID-19 vaccines, and expected to be approved within the “next month or two”.
these long queues are very concerning. “With pharmacists now also covered by the government’s indemnity scheme, the solution is right under the government’s nose. “This is not about funding, politics, or protecting turf. “This is a pandemic, and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s interests lie in enabling pharmacists to support their patients and public health during this time.” Associate Professor Freeman said governments needed “a patient-centric approach to put the community first”. “Pharmacists need to be activated now, so that as more supply becomes available,” he said. “They are already on board and can be fully utilised to vaccinate in pharmacies alongside vaccinations occurring as part of the General Practice network and vaccination hubs.” In February, specially-trained pharmacists immunisers in Victoria were given regulatory approval by the state’s Department of Health to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. In Queensland at least 49 regional and remote community pharmacies are now allowed to deliver the vaccine, however approval has not yet been finalised for Victorian pharmacies. Findlay and Weymouth Pharmacy director Darren Richards said the pharmacy had applied to deliver the vaccine and expected to be approved within the “next month or two”. “I would think it’s a supply issue, but I think that will change when Australia receives more vaccine in coming months,” he said.
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Stoppers has launched a National Illicit Firearms Campaign. In coming months, Crime Stoppers will deliver 65 grass-roots community events across the nation to encourage people to hand in unwanted or unregistered firearms. Crime Stoppers Australia chair Diana Forrester said there were more than 26 million Australians who placed the highest value on living in safe communities, and thousands of law-abiding people with registered firearms that they used for their work or hobby. “Sadly it is the minority who use firearms to
threaten and injure others, and it is important to limit the opportunity for these criminals to access and use firearms,” Ms Forrester said. “All of us have seen the harm that is caused by the unlawful use of a firearm and the impact on community confidence that often follows.” The previous national firearms amnesty, which was held over three months in 2017, was incredibly successful and resulted in more than 57,000 firearms being handed in across Australia. For more information, including the process to surrender firearms in each state or territory, visit www.crimestoppers.com.au/firearmsamnesty
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Supporters of a safe harbour at Loch Sport say it would drawn more fishers and boaters to the eastern end of the Gippsland Lakes, which is lacking in facilities. Photo: Michael Fremlin
Fishing association members Craig Holland, Bill Cooper and Peter McMahon say the webcam is already increasing Loch Sport’s profile as a great place to fish and enjoy the lakes. Photo: Liz Bell to council supporting a safe boat harbour at Loch Sport. “Wellington Shire has an amazing opportunity to set up a boating facility at the western end of the lakes, of similar proportion to that found at Metung, Paynesville and Lakes Entrance,” he said at the time. For many years Loch Sport Boat Club has also been advocating for a breakwater to protect the deep water jetty and boat ramp. A feasibility study by consultants Ainley Projects in 2007 determined that the foreshore area along Lake St adjacent to the identified commercial area was the preferred location for a safe harbour and marina in Loch Sport, provided the town centre was further developed. However, the report, which looked at existing information and boating facilities, demographic and tourism data, boating statistics and trends, found that the development of a safe harbour and marina “does not appear to be economically feasible at this stage”. Loch Sport Fishing Association committee member Peter McMahon said in recent years there had been an increase in the size of boats launched at Loch Sport, as it was the closest port on the Gippsland Lakes to Melbourne. “We are witnessing congestion in the eastern end of the [Gippsland] Lakes as that is where all
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THREE accommodation providers in Wellington Shire have received federal funding to improve energy efficiency and lower power costs. Maffra Motor Inn has received $23,340, Port Albert Motel $22,500 and Sale’s Comfort Inn and Suites King Avenue $25,000. Gippsland MHR Darren Chester said bushfires and the coronavirus pandemic had hit local accommodation providers hard during the past couple of years, and the funding would help with running costs now and into the future. “Accommodation providers can use the grants to upgrade to more energy efficient air conditioning, refrigeration and equipment, improve the building through double glazing and insulation, carry out energy audits or install energy monitoring equipment,” Mr Chester said. “It is essential that we support our accommodation providers and ensure they can reduce running costs wherever possible.” The Hotel Energy Uplift Program was announced in the 2020-21 budget, and is part of the government’s $1.9 billion spend on new energy technologies which it says will create new jobs now and into the future, reduce emissions and ensure Australians have access to reliable and affordable energy. Hotels, motels and serviced apartments with up to 99 rooms were eligible to receive grants under the program.
the infrastructure is in place,” he said. “We want to attract the boats that go to Metung and bring them here.” Mr Holland said Loch Sport had changed considerably since the 2007 feasibility report had been completed, with new shops, new homes and more people, and more recent data supported the economic feasibility of a safe harbour. He said recent conversations with Gippsland MHR Darren Chester revealed there was strong government support to provide funding for the safe harbour project, but that it had to be “auspiced” by the council before either state or federal funding would be committed. “I recently read over all the various reports that have been done on this proposal over the past 20 years and put together a discussion paper that I took to Mr Chester,” he said. “He was very supportive — but because of funding protocols, now we just need the shire to support it so it gets off the ground.” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has also told supporters of the proposal that he has had discussions with the council and community on a proposed safe harbour facility on Lake Victoria, and would back this and other ideas that would help the town grow. “I’m very keen to work with the community and the shire to help advance some of these issues to ensure Loch Sport gets the attention it deserves,” he said in a recent statement. Mr Holland said state Fishing and Boating Minister Melissa Horne had recently visited Loch Sport and shown interest in the proposal, and there was a possibility of funding being made available under the Boating Safety and Facilities Program. In addition, supporters are hoping a change in the way registration and licence fees are spent will advance the proposal for a safe harbour. As of July 1, all fees will go back into improving existing and creating new boating facilities, and a safe harbour at Loch Sport has been included in a ‘priorities plan’ of better boating infrastructure, put together by the Victorian Fisheries Authority and Better Boating Victoria. “Everyone agrees it has to be done, we are just waiting on the council,” Mr Holland said.
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LOCH Sport business and tourism advocates hope a new, privately-funded beach webcam will add momentum to a long-standing push for a safe harbour in the coastal resort. The Loch Sport Fishing Association has recently installed a 24/7 beach webcam and integrated weather station at the Stockyard Hill lookout on the 90 Mile Beach, which is providing live streaming vision of the ocean and beach conditions and live reporting of the weather observations. Stakeholders say the webcam is already increasing interest in the area and cementing Loch Sport as one of the premier fishing and boating destinations on the Gippsland Lakes. Loch Sport Fishing Association secretary Craig Holland said judging by the “hits” the webcam was receiving, and the increase in online applications for the fishing club, the webcam was “doing its job already”. The association also hopes the webcam will give traction to the proposal for a safe harbour and a marina at Loch Sport to make the boating experience on the lakes more diverse, safer and more enjoyable. In conjunction with Loch Sport Business and Tourism Association and the Loch Sport Boat Club, they are lobbying all levels of government to make the project happen. The Loch Sport community has long agitated for a safe harbour in the town, with an initial proposal to build a breakwater (rock groyne) to protect the existing deep water jetty and to keep the main boat ramp usable, compiled by the Loch Sport Boat Club in 2004. Mr Holland said many consultants’ reports and feasibility studies had been undertaken during the past 15 years, all recommending the project. Currently, the safe harbour proposal has state and federal support, propelled by regional population growth and an increase in boating tourism, but needs Wellington Shire Council to make a commitment to auspice the project. Loch Sport Business and Tourism Association president Matthew Edey said it made sense to have a safe harbour at Loch Sport, and to build on the area’s “amazing scenic and aquatic sports attributes”. In 2019 he presented a 1000-signature petition
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Sign up to be first in line for Archibald Prize tickets
THE Archibald Prize, Australia’s oldest and most-loved portrait award, is coming to the Gippsland Art Gallery – and Wellington Shire Council is inviting locals to sign up now to be first in line to grab tickets First awarded in 1921, this year’s Archibald Prize Exhibition will be on show at the Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale, from October 8 to November 21. The $100,000 Archibald Prize is awarded to the nation’s best portrait painting, and the exhibition will feature a who’s who of Australian culture, including Kate Ceberano, Rachel Griffiths, Craig Foster, Grace Tame and this year's winning portrait by Peter Wegner of 100-year-old artist Guy Warren. Gippsland Art Gallery has been chosen as the sole Victorian venue for the 2021 Archibald Prize regional tour, so Melbourne art lovers will be making the trip to Wellington in their thousands. Those who sign up via the website will receive all the latest information about the Archibald Prize, including an advance warning when the tickets will be going on sale. Wellington Shire Council mayor Garry Stephens said was “wonderful news” that Australia’s most popular portrait exhibition was coming to Gippsland Art Gallery – and in its centenary year. “But with as many as 55,000 visitors tipped to visit the region for the 45-day exhibition I’d say sign up to be notified when tickets go on sale so you don’t miss out,” he urged. “Having the Archibald Prize come to Wellington is such a huge event and we want absolutely every local person who wants to take part to have the opportunity.” To be first to find out when Archibald Prize Exhibition tickets go on sale and to keep up with all the latest Archibald Prize news, including offers and packages, head to www. archibaldprizegippsland.com.au
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Teaching respectful relationships to help put stop sexual assaults
A free education program for adults with intellectual disabilities encourages participants to share stories and talk to peers about their rights to have respectful relationships that are fair, safe and equal.
A FREE peer-led education program for adults with intellectual disabilities is being rolled out across Gippsland to promote respectful relationships. The Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships program, developed by Deakin University, is based on a primary prevention model that aims to stop violence before it occurs. New Wave Self Advocacy Gippsland and the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault has been funded to train facilitators and deliver the program. The program runs over four 2.5 hour sessions where participants share stories and talk to peers about their rights to have respectful relationships that are fair, safe and equal. Experienced Peer Educator and
New Wave representative, Rachael Walters, said it “is very important that all of us understand how to be safe in our own homes and communities”. “This program educates people about being safe in relationships, stops sexual assault, and gives support to people who need it,” she said. Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault chief executive Jane Barr said the prevention of sexual assault was a priority of the Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships program. “Community education and awareness programs like this bring people together to inform them and give them a voice regardless of social status, gender identity, race, or ethnicity,” she said. Accessibility is an important
feature of the program, so it is being offered Gippsland-wide in accessible locations. New Wave and the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault are also offering free training for the roles of peer educator and program partner. This training gives people with intellectual disabilities, as well as professionals from community service organisations who want to support the program, the opportunity to develop skills to deliver it collaboratively. To express an interest in joining a Sexual Lives and Respectful Relationships program or facilitator training, or for more information, phone 5134 3922 or email mail@ gippscasa.org
Wage theft now a crime in Victoria VICTORIA’S wage theft laws are now in force. This means as of July 1, it became a crime for an employer in Victoria to deliberately underpay employees; dishonestly withhold wages, superannuation or other employee entitlements; falsify employee entitlement records to gain a financial advantage; and avoid keeping employee entitlement records to gain a financial advantage. The crimes are punishable by a fine of up to $198,264 or up to 10 years’ jail for individuals, and a fine of up to $991,320 for companies. Wage theft offences involve deliberate and dishonest conduct. Honest mistakes made by employers who exercise due diligence in paying wages and entitlements are not considered wage theft. Wage Inspectorate Victoria will enforce the new laws, informing, educating and assist businesses and workers about their rights and obligations, investigating wage theft and prosecuting offenders. It will also respond to reports and tip-offs about wage theft. If an issue arises, a Wage Inspectorate Victoria
spokesperson said inspectors would clearly explain the allegation made against a business, provide the business with an opportunity to respond to the allegations and ask questions, and ask for documents or other relevant information. Inspectors have strong powers that they can use to investigate potential wage theft offences, including the power to enter premises, obtain information and documents, seize evidence, require a person to give evidence or answer questions under oath or affirmation and apply for and execute search warrants. Many of these powers are coercive, meaning people must cooperate with requests made, unless they have a reasonable excuse for not doing so. If inspectors believe a wage theft offence has been committed, they may issue a formal written warning, accept an enforceable undertaking, bring criminal proceedings or refer indictable matters to the Office of Public Prosecutions for advice and criminal prosecution. For more information about the new wage theft laws, visit www.vic.gov.au/victorias-wage-theft-laws
It is now a crime for an employer in Victoria to deliberately underpay employees.
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Workers from Vanuatu getting a helping hand Liz Bell
AGRICULTURAL workers from Vanuatu are getting a helping hand to navigate the often confusing rights, obligations and entitlements that come with being seasonal workers. Seasonal workers are an essential workforce for Australian farms, doing the labour that is crucial to getting fruit and vegetables from farms to consumers. Local community volunteers, through an association with the Uniting Church, are stepping in to ensure the workers have the information they need to ensure the relationship between seasonal workers and the Australian community continues to benefit all involved. Through advocacy and relationships with other professionals, the volunteers provide support to help the employees meet the many challenges of working in a foreign environment — including fatigue, mental health issues and isolation from family. Three of the volunteers, Valencia Creek residents Don and Meg MacRaild, who received OAMs in 2013 for their work with the Vanuatu Prevention of Blindness Project, along with retired farmer and now consultant in the development of a potato industry in Vanuatu, Alan Condron, dropped in to chat with the seasonal workers on Friday at their accommodation in Sale, and to find out how they could be of service. They were joined by the moderator of the Uniting Church synod of Victoria and Tasmania, Denise Liersch, who is on a tour of Gippsland to connect with local communities and garner more support for the work church members are doing. The Rev Liersch said the Uniting Church of Australia had a long standing association with the Presbyterian Church in Vanuatu, and as such there was a “real point of connection” between the church and seasonal workers in Australia. “By building cooperative and good working relationships between government and farmers and supportive Australian groups we can all work together to refine the way the program works for everyone’s benefit,” she said. Mr MacRaild, who spent years working in Vanuatu with health teams to improve the health and education of villagers, said seasonal workers sometimes found themselves in difficulty in Australia because of vast cultural differences and
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GERF has already helped out to the tune of more than $300,000 Seasonal workers in Australia play an incredibly important role in getting food from paddocks to plates.
“This particular group of workers was here for six months, but because of COVID they are now here for nine months and are missing their families and feeling isolated.” — Valencia Creek resident Don MacRaild OAM,
who has been helping seasonal workers from Vanuatu adjust during their time in the local area.
simple misunderstandings. “For example, we have had workers who get into trouble because they have bought a car but haven’t understood the process and the paperwork involved,” he said. “And there are other problems associated with different cultures and customs. “This particular group of workers was here for six months, but because of COVID they are now
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here for nine months and are really missing their families and feeling isolated.” Mr MacRaild said most of the men had left wives and children at home while they tried to save money for their families, and faced severe communication problems and social dislocation. One worker, who acted as a spokesman for the group, said most of the men were finding it difficult as communication with family back home was irregular because of lack of easy access to telecommunications, and poor reception. Mr MacRaild, who visits and assists seasonal worker groups around Gippsland, said the workers often needed help with basic things, such as having someone to read and explain their pay slips. “It’s really important that these workers have access to that information, but another big part of what we try to do is make them feel part of society here — they do an incredibly important job,” he said. “A lot of shoppers wouldn’t even be aware that most of the vegetables they are buying in the supermarket have been picked by these workers.”
One-off $250 Power Saving Bonus ELIGIBLE Gippsland residents are being reminded about a one-off $250 payment from the state government. The $250 Power Saving Bonus is a one-off rebate for Victorian electricity account holders who hold a Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Card or receive payments under the Centrelink pensioner concession, JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Austudy or Abstudy or Department of Veterans Affairs pensioner concession programs. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said not enough had been done by the state government to People with concession cards may be advertise the payment, and he eligible for a $250 Power Saving Bonus. wanted to ensure that those who
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were eligible for the rebate didn’t miss out. He said people who couldn’t access social media may not have heard about the rebate, nor would be able to make an online application. “That’s why I have sent letters explaining the application process for the Power Saving Bonus, along with contact details for local Neighbourhood and Community Houses to all Gippsland South constituents aged 65 years and older,” he said. “The letter also advises that those without access to the internet, or who simply require guidance to complete their application, can seek
GIPPSLAND Emergency Relief Fund has so far raised more than $343,700 in its current appeal, and $307,00 has already been distributed to 125 families affected by recent flooding and storms across Latrobe City and South Gippsland, Baw Baw and Wellington shires. GERF president Andy Tegart thanked those who have donated to the fund so far, and acknowledged the magnificent response from Gippslanders helping Gippslanders. Mr Tegart added that referrals for emergency financial assistance would continue in coming weeks, and it was likely that more than $500,000 was needed for GERF to ensure it could support all those affected. “Our farming community in particular is still assessing the impact on their properties and we want to provide support to them, along with all other eligible residents and businesses,” Mr Tegart said. “We’re asking local community members and corporate citizens, neighbours and friends from other communities to think about the plight of flood-affected Gippsland communities and give whatever they can.” Recipients who have already received emergency funding support have expressed their gratitude and appreciation for prompt financial assistance at a difficult time. Mr Tegart encouraged farmers, residents and business — if they haven’t done so already — to contact their local council municipal recovery manager as soon as possible to lodge an application for support. “Once applications are approved, GERF is able to promptly distribute much-needed funds,” he said. Donations can be made via direct transfer (BSB number: 083 932, account number 740196862), PayPal at www.gerf.org.au, or at any at any NAB branch. All donations more than $2 are tax deductible. Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund was established in 1978 as a not-for-profit charity operated by volunteers for Gippsland communities affected by natural disasters. All donations received are distributed to Gippsland residents affected by natural disaster.
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Special Stratford girl taking part in Ride for Autism fundraiser STRATFORD couple Kirstin and Steve have met a few hurdles in their parenting challenges, but are clearing the jumps in the best way they know how — with a positive attitude. Daughter Indi has just turned five, and was born with severe hip dysplasia in both hips. At six weeks old she was fitted with a hip brace that had to be worn for 23 hours a day and, after being in and out of various hip braces for the following two years, she was eventually diagnosed with hypotonia and joint hypermobility, which meant her muscles had to work twice as much as normal for her body to complete even the most basic of tasks. At first, Kirstin and Steve thought this was enough of a challenge for Indi to deal with, but as time progressed they realised there were a number of typical milestones that their daughter simply wasn’t meeting. Kirstin and Steve put her delays down to being braced for such a long time as an infant, and at 2½ years old Indi finally took her first steps and learned to walk. It was a milestone her parents had longed for but, frustratingly, Indi’s progress continued to be slow and delayed. At one of Indi’s regular hip reviews at Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital, Kirstin and Steve discussed their concerns with her orthopaedic surgeon and physio teams, who explained that Indi’s delays were not caused by her hip dysplasia. Soon after their precious little girl was diagnosed with global development delay, with the diagnosis triggering the process of early intervention with countless assessments, reports and testing. At this time Indi was also displaying definite signs of autism, but it was always brushed aside because, as Kirstin said, she was “also quite a social butterfly” with relatively good eye contact. However, at age four Indi completed a cognitive assessment when she received a diagnosis of intellectual disability, and as subsequent specialists got to know Indi, she was diagnosed with level 3/2 autism. Kirstin said the following 12 months were like an emotional roller coaster for the couple, as they came to terms with what that diagnosis meant.
“You grieve, you cry but you just have to keep fighting for the best ... in so many ways it was a relief to finally have some answers.” — Kirtsin O’Shea
Kirtsin O’Shea gives her daughter Indi a hand with her training for the Ride for Autism fundraiser, which is taking place from July 4 to July 11. Photo: Contributed “You grieve, you cry but you just have to keep fighting for the best,” Kirstin said. “In so many ways it was a relief to finally have some answers. “Knowing Indi has autism as well as an intellectual disability has provided us with a pathway to help her achieve the best she can. “We are all learning along the way and doing our very best to help her and others.” One of the biggest challenges Kirstin and Steve have had to overcome has been finding specialists, resources and support near their home, about three hours’ south-east of Melbourne where the wait lists are long and the choices are small. But, on the positive side, Indi has always enjoyed bike riding or sitting in the bike trailer with her
mum and two-year-old sister Mia on family adventures. “The smile on Indi’s face when she is zipping by on pedal power says it all — and this form of exercise is a great way to help regulate her emotions,” Kirstin said. In fact Indi loves riding her bike so much, she is participating in the 25km Ride for Autism fundraiser, which runs from Sunday, July 4 to Sunday, July 11. “When we read about Ride for Autism it was something we didn’t hesitate to do,” Kirstin said. “We particularly hope our funding can assist with much-needed resources and support in regional areas so no other children on the spectrum are left behind.”
Kirstin said while Indi tired easily because of her disability, she loved her bike and was always happy to go for a ride. “She doesn’t have good balance so I have to be there beside her, and she doesn’t really understand it’s for a fundraiser, but she just loves that she gets to go on the bike so much,” she said. Kirstin said she aimed to take Indi riding most days, and in fact had become quite well known in the local area as “the girl and her mum” on the bike. “We go out most days to get a bit of training in and now a lot of people stop and say hi — it’s been such a great experience,” she said. “And of course [she’s] so friendly, Indi loves to stop and say hi to everyone.” Ride for Autism is a fundraiser started by Autism Spectrum Australia, with a vision that every person on the autism spectrum has the support they need to thrive; every opportunity to fulfil their potential. The organisation runs several special Aspect schools for students with autism, and works with businesses, supermarkets, theatres, museums and other public attractions to make spaces autism-friendly, so that people on the spectrum can participate and enjoy the same experiences as their peers. Kirstin said one of the difficulties of living in a regional area was the distance from city areas where most facilities and support networks were based. One of the areas where she would love to see some of the money raised directed is to bring Aspect schools to regional Victoria, so Autistic students can access targeted education. Kirstin has also co-founded the Gippsland Special Needs Facebook page where parents can find support, information and share idea. To follow Indi’s ride and help her raise money for Autism Spectrum Australia, go to rideforautism.org. au/fundraisers/indioshea
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Gippsland Water customers to get ‘slight’ bill reduction
The state government will provide $8.2 million to 10 councils across areas significantly affected by recent flooding and storms. Photo: Lotje McDonald
Flood clean-up money for shire WELLINGTON Shire will be among Victorian municipalities to receive state government funding for flood and storm clean-up. To bolster recovery efforts being undertaken by local people on the ground, the state government says it will provide $8.2 million to 10 councils across areas significantly affected by recent flooding and storms. The government says the Council Support Fund will help ensure councils have the recovery staff and expertise they need on the ground, to help them put in place dedicated local teams to coordinate and drive recovery efforts. Acting Minister for Police and Emergency Services Jaclyn Symes recovery needed to be driven by locals. “This funding means councils will be able to take the lead in supporting their communities to recover,” she said. The fund is designed to boost recovery capabilities within councils so activities like impact assessment and community engagement can be undertaken by residents who understand their local areas. Local Government Minister Shaun Leane said councils were close to their local communities and were often best placed to facilitate recovery efforts on the ground. “This funding will ensure recovery happens
where it is most needed and as quickly as possible,” he added. The funding will be made available to the Wellington, South Gippsland, Latrobe, Baw Baw, Cardinia, Hepburn, Macedon Ranges, Moorabool, Murrindindi and Yarra Ranges local government areas. It can be used to employ additional recovery staff, specialist contractors and provide targeted training support to help local communities recover. The recent storms and floods have been devastating for Victorians. Initial assessments show 264 structures have been damaged or destroyed across the state. Of those, 129 homes are uninhabitable. Bushfire Recovery Victoria has been coordinating recovery efforts in communities. These efforts have been progressing across all affected areas, with more than 1000 emergency service personnel working around the clock. Additional grants have also been established for affected households and businesses. More than 556 payments have been made to people under the Personal Hardship Assistance Program, totalling $634,000. For more information about assistance, visit
GIPPSLAND Water’s urban customers will see a slight bill reduction in the new financial year, with service level remaining unchanged. Managing director Sarah Cumming said a lower consumer price index and interest rates, combined with reduced internal costs, had led to a favourable result for customers. “We’re conscious that many people in our communities will be experiencing financial difficulties at the moment, for a variety of reasons,” she said. “As a local community partner, we wanted to make sure we’re doing all we can to reduce pressure on families and households across the region. “That’s why we’ve worked hard to find cost savings and avoided an overall increase in the average bill for the next 12 months,” Ms Cumming said. Fixed annual water service availability charges will decrease from $175.85 to $172.72 and wastewater service charge will fall from $807.97 per year for a connected property to
$793.52. Meanwhile, water usage charges will increase slightly from $2.1198 to $2.1434 per kilolitre, resulting in an overall reduction on the average bill. Ms Cumming said support options were also available to customers experiencing financial hardship. “Our customer care team can help customers access concessions, organise payment plans and apply for government grants,” she said. “You can access this support either online at gippswater.com.au, or over the phone on 1800 050 500,” Ms Cumming said. Gippsland Water is currently seeking customer input to help shape its next price submission, which will set out its standards for service over a five-year period, as well as the cost of delivering those services and the prices it will charge customers. Visit gippswater.com.au/LetsTalk to get involved in this process, or to find out more.
Gippsland Water custimers should see an overall reduction in their water bills this financial year.
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THE Victorian government will enshrine extended support for young Victorians leaving state care in legislation, ensuring the landmark Home Stretch program continues to help vulnerable young people for years to come. While the government already funds Home Stretch, it will introduce amendments to the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 to require in law that young people leaving care are paid an allowance to assist their transition to adulthood. In January this year, Victoria was the first jurisdiction to extend Home Stretch to all young people leaving foster, kinship and residential care up to the age of 21, rather than leaving them to forge a life of their own at 18 – with the government spending $64.7 million over four years, plus ongoing funding. At least 167 young Victorians leaving state care have been supported through Home Stretch in its first six months. Through the Victorian Budget 2021-22, the program is being expanded further to include every young adult on permanent care orders – a care arrangement where the carer has been granted custody and guardianship. The program provides an accommodation allowance to support young people in care and their carers, and it helps young people leaving residential care to transition to alternative living arrangements. All care leavers will also have access to Better Futures, which provides help to begin planning for their transition to independence as well as individualised support and advice across a range of areas including housing, education, employment, and life skills. Statistics show that young people leaving care are at much higher risk of homelessness and unemployment. The help provided by the Home Stretch programs
are designed to enable care leavers to build the skills and confidence they need to thrive as adults. Expanding Home Stretch and Better Futures will mean about 700 young people leaving care each year will now be eligible. The budget commits $39 million over four years and $13.8 million ongoing to expand Home Stretch and Better Futures, as part of a $1.2 billion spend on the children and family services system. Child Protection Luke Donnellan Minister said no young person should miss out on the critical support they needed to thrive as they transitioned into adult life. “By legislating Home Stretch and expanding it even further, we want to make sure every child who can’t stay with their family gets the best shot at a secure and successful future now and into the future,” he said. “This program is already helping dozens of vulnerable young people and their carers get the ongoing support they need as they take the next big step in life – whether that’s university, living independently or beginning a career.”
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Bill Marsh and his wife of 66 years, Joan, celebrating his 90th birthday. Photos: Contributed
The 90th birthday of Bill Marsh was a large affair.
Bill Marsh celebrates his 90th birthday
LONGTIME Stradbroke resident Bill Marsh recently turned 90. Bill was born in 1931 at the old Sunshine Hospital and has enjoyed a happy and long marriage with his wife Joan of more than 66 years. Joan and Bill met at the Moonee Ponds Town Hall dance in 1951. Bill was completing his cabinet-making apprenticeship at the time they married. Experienced in general carpentry, Bill built their first home in Sunshine, and ran his own business delivering ice, wood, bricketts and coke coal, beginning each day at 4am. After building a successful business and with a fourth child on the way, the family moved to a scenic 161 hectare property in the top reaches of Woodend, backing onto the Campaspe River. Over time, the family grew to 10 children, and the family moved to a second home, also built by Bill, on the new property. Bill worked a variety of jobs to take care of his large family — including logging and selling timber, breeding and selling cattle, poultry, sheep and pigs, carting water and managing a neighbouring farm insemination program.
He obtained contracts with the Australian Mint to provide charcoal to burn so they could make one and two cent pieces and worked at a large kennel farm in the area doing carpentry. All the while he was supported by Joan, who managed things on the home front. Bill became president of the Newham and Woodend Rate Payers association, and was also on call for 25 yearswith thelocalfirebrigade andpaper collection for the local primary school to raise money for the school and education needs of families in the community. The family was extremely time poor, and Bill and Joan engaged the Education Department to establish transport for their school-aged children — a local taxi firm for those in primary school, and an extended bus route for the seniors, which other families along the route were able to use. Bill was granted a permit to subdivide his large acreage into 40 smaller farmlets, with a new road which he and his sons built right down the centre of the farm and then named ‘Marsh Court’. At this time Bill explored for another new venture in Gippsland, after their eldest son spent his honeymoon there.
The family moved to the area and Bill opened a recreation and tourist park, which he called ‘Sandy Springs’. He worked three jobs at once, taking his uniforms with him to go from one to the next including security at the Gippsland Base Hospital for 10 years, cleaning at the local Omega Navigation Station and also at Longford Gas Plants, completing environmental services. Bill and Joan created a small takeaway business for the Stradbroke community and travellers out the front of their farm. Large driveway access was established off the South Gippsland Highway for school buses and public cars to use as entry to the takeaway food outlet. Bill and Joan also created the main park amenities including a kiosk-restaurant, function centre, and toilet facilities that Bill built, then aged 75. He created bus access and parking, granting public use of a large dual lake which Bill and his sons built with an island in the centre. At age 80, Bill celebrated with a large gathering at his farm’s convention centre. After enjoying the weekend with his siblings, family
friends and parents, Bill and Joan’s fourth son Roland headed back to his own farm in Woodend on his Harley Davidson motorbike, when a freak storm caused him to lose control and leave the road. This tragic event took his life just a few kilometres from the old family home and his own farm, which was also previously owned by Bill’s late father. He was barely 50 years of age. Bill and Joan lovingly remember Roland each day as their “lovable larrikin”. Bill has been ill during the past 18 months with multiple complications, but he is now improved, and was able to have a 90th birthday celebration. More than 100 family and friends gathered in Sale for an afternoon luncheon, with the youngest great grandchild in attendance, Levi, at just four months of age. While the travel plans of some relatives were disrupted by COVID when flights from Queensland were cancelled, they were able to arrive the following day to wish him well for his birthday. Plans for an autobiography to be published in the next few months are in the works. — Submitted by the Marsh family
Rod and Custom display at GVC TWENTY-five years ago, a collection of old, unused car parts that nobody thought they needed anymore sat abandoned in Gippsland. Car lover, Ross Foster, looked at the rusty parts, and saw what it had the potential to be. And then, he created magic with it. After a five-year build, and 20 years on the road, Mr Foster’s striking 1929 Ford Model A is now on show at Maffra’s Gippsland Vehicle Collection, as part of its new Rod and Custom exhibition. “It started out as a collection of assorted rusty parts, most of which had been discarded by restorers I knew,” Mr Foster said. “It finally got repaired and fitted together – no two panels come from the same car.” The completely home-built hotrod was issued with its engineering certification and registration in February 2000 — a proud moment for Mr Foster. “It has a Chev 283 and a four-speed gearbox and is well used. The body is steel with fibreglass guards,” he said. “The upholstery is reworked Holden seatcovers, which cost $40. The paint was done at home in the garage, as was the wiring to get it running. “The car was a budget hotrod, it only cost me $7000, including registration.” Mr Foster added, with justified pride, that after many trouble-free kilometres, the hot rod hadn’t needed any mechanical or physical touch-ups since it was finished. To see the impressive results of Mr Foster’s magic touch, people can visit the Gippsland Vehicle Collection any time between now and the end of October. The Rod and Custom Display Day, which
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MAFFRA Uniting Church will hold its regular Friday coffee mornings again from this Friday, July 7. The morning coffee will begin at 10am in St Andrews’s Hall, Pearson St, Maffra. Everyone is welcome. Cups and a COVID safe morning tea will be provided for a gold coin donation. For more information, phone Joan on 5147 2718. MAFFRA Garden Club’s next meeting will be held on Monday, July 12, from noon at Maffra Motorcycle Club rooms, Cameron Sporting
It may have been built on a tiny budget, but Ross Foster’s 1929 Ford Model A hot rod looks fine, and runs like a dream. will officially launch the exhibition, will be this Sunday, July 11, from 9am, and people are welcome to display their own special vehicles, any make or model, in the grounds on the day. With the GVC currently open every day for the school holidays, local residents have a great chance to get a sneak peek, and get the children or grandchildren out for a fun day in the shed, with plenty to keep all generations entertained. Entry costs $15 per adult, $10 for concession and children 15 and under are admitted free of charge. The museum is open 10am to 4pm daily during the school holidays, and 10am to 4pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday at all other times. For more information, visit gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au or visit facebook. com/gippslandvehiclecollection
The Gippsland Vehicle Collection is at 1A Sale-Maffra Rd, Maffra. Complex, Morison St, Maffra. Attendees should take their own lunch and mug. The guest speaker will be Jo Sestokas from Flooding Creek Fungi. The event will begin with the monthly meeting followed by the annual meeting, when all committee positions will be declared vacant. A FREE school holiday activity will take place at the Maffra Library, Johnson St, Maffra this Thursday from 11am. The activities include learning about colour diffusing leaves and growing sprouts, so attendees should take a glass jar. Bookings are essential. Phone the library on 5147 1052. — Jennifer Toma
Letters to the editor Is COVID more serious than pollies suggest? From L. Ralph Barraclough Licola: SINCE the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic I believe we have been treated like mushrooms about just how serious this virus is. Since February last year I have been keeping the daily figures of total infections, daily infections, total deaths, daily deaths and total recovered, from 28 different countries, plus eight US states. This is all recorded on one A4 sheet of paper by hand for each day. Much of this daily information is available from the John Hopkins University in the US. It did not take long to start to question the accuracy of some of the figures coming in. I realised that the total recovered were for those that were no longer active, and did not take into consideration what they are calling ‘long COVID’. I soon realised, a good time before anything seeped out in the media, that there were likely concerning mutations. There is only one country whose total figures I have any trust in — and that is France. France, at the time of writing this, had 5,772,844 total infections with 340,555 recovered. I suspect the recovery rate is less than six per cent, with the strain now there. This is a very different type of figure from most other countries, which publish the recoveries of 80 and 90 per cent and above. In April 2020, CNews channel in France had Professor Luc Montagnier, a 2008 Nobel Prize recipient for discovering human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). He said that COVID-19 was laboratory-made and a creation of an expert, designed by molecular biologists, and that it contained genetic elements of HIV, and that its characteristics could not have arisen naturally. He went on to say the lab virus was a “professional job ... a very meticulous job”, describing its genome as being a “clockwork of sequences”. “There’s a part which is obviously the classic virus, and there’s another mainly coming from the bat, but that part has added sequences, particularly from HIV-the AIDS virus,” he said. It was not long after this, that France seriously downgraded its recovery figures. We have an Australian Professor, Nikolai Petrovsky from the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University, describing how COVID-19 has close similarities to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in a paper around May 2020. So the virus is a combination of SARS and AIDS? Just in the past few days we have had biophysicist Jochen Guck from the Max Planck Institute of Science of Light in Germany, come out with the finding they are able to detect clear and long-lasting changes in the blood cells — both during an acute infection and even afterwards. For sometime we have been hearing about long COVID, where people are not recovering. Indian doctors say thousands have died from black fungus disease after COVID-19 — over 40,845 infections reported with 3129 dead. A total 13,083 infections were in the age group 18 to 45. In France there is no shortage of media material on amputations and so on, from Long COVID. Serious questions need to be asked as to how much of this is from AIDS, and will any vaccines stop something like an AIDS component of this virus? I have concerns they may not. I am also very concerned at just how the people infected with this virus will fare in the years down the track, as if AIDS is the problem it could take years to surface. It should not be forgotten that what they were calling the trial vaccine from the Brisbane
www.gippslandtimes.com.au University had to be abandoned because it gave false HIV positives. That should have started no shortage of questions at the time why this was so. Far too many of the scientific profession believed this virus would have acted like natural viruses and the severity would mutate downwards. This man-made virus has so far gone totally the opposite way, and I fear we are at risk of this continuing. I think politicians like Scott Morrison and Barnaby Joyce are out of step with reality saying that we need to learn to live with this virus and have been out of step since this pandemic got loose. It should never have been let into the country.
Strategies needed to build a safer community From Bob Hammill, Sale: THE lead story (Gippsland Times 22/6) advised Wellington Shire “.. has the highest family violence-related police call-out figures in Victoria ..”. That’s a shocking indictment on this community — made even worse when this same community recorded some of the highest rates of child abuse in the 2012 Royal Commission. Residents of this shire just can’t sit back and accept this situation. To believe child abuse was largely eliminated by the Royal Commission and the various procedures implemented after that enquiry, would be very naive. This community needs guidance. We can’t just go on believing it can’t happen to us or the problem has been solved. Every one of us needs to be on our guard and have the courage to stand up and be counted if we suspect or know offences are being committed. Unfortunately church leaders can’t provide much help. Churches of all denominations failed dismally, with a high percentage of offenders coming from within their ranks. For any church leader to now offer moral guidance would be the height of hypocrisy. For me, guidance is best provided by those on the front line who deal with abuse and domestic violence on a regular basis. We can all learn from them if their ideas and advice are promoted in the Gippsland Times and by other media organisations. We need advice on warning signs, how to broach the subject with children, family members or neighbours. We need to know what to do, what help is available and the best ways schools, clubs and social groups can be proactive in minimising these problems. In essence, we all need to be very alert and recognise each and everyone of us has a role to play in building a better and safer community.
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Nationals ‘insult’ Gippslanders From Phillip Edwards, Churchill: LOYAL National Party voters in the ultra-safe National Party seat of Gippsland have been given a whack in the face after reinstated Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce fired local member Darren Chester from the Cabinet. He also and installed Senator Bridget McKenzie, who has attributes more to his liking. The contempt for loyal Nationals voters was based on the arrogant assumption that their
voters would stick with the National Party as to do anything else would punish the victim, Gippsland MHR Darren Chester. Mr Joyce may have outsmarted himself in country Victoria in fact. There is an option loyal Nationals could consider — and that is to vote for Mr Chester in the House of Representatives but vote ALP in the Senate at the next federal election. A drop in the Gippsland MHR Darren Senate vote from Chester Gippsland would send a clear message to the Nationals leadership that Gippslanders are not mere country hicks without options.
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From Jenny O’Neill, Sale: AUSTRALIA can do better about how we treat asylum seekers, and Australia can benefit from those changes. Currently our national government won’t allow them to access Medicare, education or work opportunities, and any support to them is provided by charities to which everyday Australians need to regularly donate. It’s a false economy, especially in COVID times, because they can’t get vaccinated, can’t fill the employment gaps, are in crowded housing (for example garages with infection implications) and can’t use their current skills or develop ones that will benefit themselves and this country and our economy.
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Sale woman is nominated for an award for humanitarian work SALE resident Kerryn Vaughan has been nominated in the first ever Fred Awards, which recognise everyday humanitarianism in Australia. The Fred Awards celebrate people who care for others in a decent, practical, and no-nonsense way, like Fred Hollows did. Kerryn said she was “very surprised” to hear the news. She began her humanitarian journey in Africa after a teacher contacted her to ask where he could buy her book Magnificent Kids. “My book was about 23 superheroes from around the world who had started world-changing projects before the age of 18, and they inspired me because they were so young,” Kerryn said. “That is when I asked myself ‘why aren’t I doing more?’.” From then on Kerryn was dedicated to helping
school children in Africa, and founded the global organisation One Planet Classrooms, which facilitates projects such as clean water solutions and student sponsorship programs, in schools and communities in Africa. “We had 45 African schools enrolled in two weeks to join a school program, and that was the start of One Planet Classrooms in 2015,” Kerryn said. Since then, Kerryn’s organisation has been involved with a number of projects in African schools focused on improving the lives of girls and women. Projects include installing water tanks, pipes and solar power systems, supplying essential items, building and repairing houses and classrooms, and setting up women’s empowerment and student sponsorship programs. “I wanted to help girls and women in particular
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A family receives a new house to replace an old one that thugs burned down during the night. Inset: Sale resident Kerryn Vaughan, who has been nominated for a humanitarian award.
because it occurred to me that there’s a gender gap,” Kerryn said. Nominated by Simone Bowers for her inspirational work empowering women and girls in Gippsland and developing countries, Kerryn strives to make a difference. “Kerryn is a selfless woman who continually strives to raise awareness and funds for communities and individuals in need,” Simone said. “Her work ethic is undeniably based on honesty and integrity. “Kerryn is incredibly humble and doesn’t seek recognition for her role in improving the lives of others less fortunate. “She is a published author, founder of One Planet Classrooms, co-founder and director of Girls With Hammers, author, speaker and facilitator of Get Off The Bench, and a community engagement advisor with One More Generation,” Simone said. “And in her rare ‘spare’ time, Kerryn is a singersongwriter and delights in bringing happiness into the lives of others.” — Skye Mitchell
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SNOW White and Rose Red will be performed today at The Wedge, Sale, from 1pm. As part of the school holiday performance, there will be a question and answer session with performers after the show. To buy tickets, visit the box office, visit thewedge. com.au or phone 5143 3200.
SINGER-SONGWRITER Lara Travis will return to Sale’s Bond Street Event Centre on July 23 to perform her compelling songs and some exciting new material. Through her music, Lara provides a fascinating insight into a world that few venture into or know much about. “I was an art history graduate, art writer and curator,” she said. “But then I got a job as a dancer in a strip club on Melbourne’s notorious King St. “The door to everyday life shut. I slipped into a subterranean nocturne. No clocks and scant sense of the passage of time. “Dramas played out night after
night, month after month, year after year.” Lara said through song, her stories revolved around characters in intense situations — including Diamond and Sage, the exotic dancers on an existential road trip from Adelaide to Cairns, and DJ Murray, an errant husband who is shot. Tickets cost $26, and seats are limited.The doors will open at 6.30pm for a 7.30pm start. A light supper will be provided, and the bar will be open. To buy tickets, visit www.eventbrite. com.au/e/155728956501
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A connection to Gunaikurnai Country
EAST Gippsland Art Gallery is currently exhibiting Southeast NOW, featuring new works by Alice-Ann Pepper, Patricia Pittman, Ronald Edwards-Pepper and Zion Bradley Brown. The exhibition gives the local community and visitors an opportunity to engage with art, stories, knowledge and artistic skill of artists, all with a connection to Gunaikurnai Country. Alice Ann’s artwork is titled Women Healing on Country, and is a piece created from earth pigments, water from Bung
Yarnda and acrylic on possum skins. “When you were born, you were given a possum skin cloak and as you grew, the cloak would be added to and that would be your cloak for life, and you would be buried in that cloak,” Alice Ann said. “It would tell your tribe, your totem and which party of country you came from.” Southeast NOW 2021 is on show at East Gippsland Art Gallery, 2 Nicholson St, Bairnsdale, until next Saturday, July 17. Pictured, Alice Ann Pepper’s ‘Women Healing on Country’ possum skin cloak.
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SALE Film Society’s next event, on Saturday, July 17, is a special members-only screening of The Beatles: 8 Days a Week The Touring Years at Bundy Hall. The evening will feature live music before and after the screening as well as a light supper of fresh soup and bread post the event. Memberships are available to buy at The Wedge box office or from www.thewedge.com.au for $40. The film is a documentary about the Beatles’
career during the band’s touring years between 1963 and 1966, when it became a worldwide cultural phenomena. The Beatles exploded onto the public scene seemingly out of nowhere, as the band’s formative years of constant performing at home and in Hamburg, and Brian Epstein’s grooming, finally paid off beyond its wildest dreams. The film features concert footage from the 1960s, new interviews of the remaining Beatles, their associates and fans, as well as archival interviews of the late ones. It follows how the Fab Four began to change and grow while the excitement of Beatlemania began to sour their lives into an intolerable slog they needed to escape from to become more than what their fans wanted. The film is rated M for its coarse language. Members cannot take guests to the screening. The screening is a BYO event, so attendees can take a drink to enjoy on the night, and should also take a cushion. The screening will begin from 6.30pm.
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permitting. The festival is usually held during the Queen’s Birthday long weekend but was postponed to this month. It is an annual event that screens Australian films and showcases short films made by local filmmakers, held in the heritage-listed Briagolong Mechanics’ Institute Hall. This year’s festival will feature the screening of Rams on Friday night starring Sam Neill, Miranda Richardson and Asher Keddie. In the past, the festival has attracted more than 800 visitors, and the committee is confident of another successful weekend, albeit most likely with restrictions. For more information, visit facebook.com/
MULTIPLE Golden Guitar winner Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham will perform at the Valencia Hall on Friday, September 3, as part of their Song Club tour. Scheduled for this Thursday, the show has been postponed as the duo is currently in a COVID red zone. Josh, as a member of The Waifs, and Felicity have both enjoyed lengthy, successful, enduring musical careers. They share a collective haul of Golden Guitars, ARIA Awards, multi-platinum album sales and extensive touring spanning nearly three decades. Tickets to see Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham cost $30 per person. Bookings are essential by phoning 5145 4428 or 0439 454 428.
A HOUSE holds the memories of those who have lived under its roof. The experiences of new beginnings, sad endings, celebrations and confrontations are stored in the walls that witnessed it all. In this fascinating play, the house at 42 George Street opens its doors to allow audiences a peek into the lives of three families that have lived there. It will provide a glance into the life-changing moments of its residents, set against the backdrop of events that shaped Australia. The production includes a cast full of local performers and is the first to be written by Gippsland local Melesa Eldred, an active member of Sale Theatre Company. 42 George Street will be performed in the John Leslie Theatre at The Wedge, Sale, from July 16 to 24, from 7pm and 2pm. Tickets cost from $27. To buy a ticket, visit thewedge.com.au or phone 5143 3200.
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Graduating students, bombing exercises and a new arrival THE first half of the year has flown by and 2020 continues to be a busy year for RAAF Base, East Sale, with students from a number of courses graduating. As always, please keep up to with upcoming events through the website airforce2021.airforce.
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Dutson Training Area FROM June 22 to 23, some residents of Wellington Shire may have heard loud bangs through the air, and possibly even some windows rattling. This was the result of training being conducted by the Army School of Ordnance at Dutson Training Area. The Dutson Training Area consists of about 3000 hectares of land on the south-western edge of Lake Wellington extending south to the Longford Loch Sports Rd, and encompasses the western half of Lake Coleman. The area is typical of the Gippsland Plain, being relatively uniform and of low relief, with several large bodies of water present in the area. Vegetation communities consist of swamp scrub, woodlands (damp sands herb-rich and plains grassy), wetlands (coastal salt marsh and estuarine) and grasslands. The School of Ordnance was conducting small scale multi-item demolition training for new Army Demolition Operators to develop and hone an essential skill set required for the safe use of explosive ordnance and the safe disposal of malfunctioned explosive ordnance. The louder than normal noise was most likely the result of recent rains creating a higher water table, causing sound waves to travel further than would normally be the case. The public is reminded that access to Dutson Training Area is prohibited, and presents a significant hazard to all persons within the range boundaries. The hazard not only exists during range activation for Defence exercises, but also during times of inactivity. This is because there are unexploded ordnance on the range dating back as far as World War 2, much of which would now be in an unstable condition. Unmarked bomb craters present another
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An aerial view of Dutson bomb craters. significant hazard. This training is an important ongoing defence capability, and the RAAF Base understands that maintaining open and timely communication with the community is extremely important. The base regards its strong links with the broader east Gippsland community as being vital to its business.
A recent arrival WARRANT Officer Craig Sippitts recently posted into RAAF Base, East Sale, to take up his appointment as the base Warrant Officer. His role will include regular engagement with the community, particularly with ceremonial events such as Anzac Day.
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Warrant Officer Craig Sippitts has recently been posted to RAAF Base, East Sale.
He has recently returned from a six-month overseas deployment as the Precinct Warrant Officer with Expeditionary Airbase Operations Unit Rotation 8. Craig has been with the RAAF since 1988 and enjoyed postings both within Australia and overseas. In fact, he met his wife Linda whilst posted to the Australian High Commission in Vanuatu. They have two children, a son Jethro and a daughter Victoria, and are looking to make Sale their home for years to come.
ON Thursday, June 24, the School of Air Traffic Control proudly presented a class of 12 graduates who will now begin on-the-job training to conduct air traffic control duties across Australia. The base Senior Australian Defence Force Officer, Group Captain Nigel Ward, was the reviewing officer for the parade, and presented the graduates with their mission controller badges. During the past nine months, graduates have been trained in general air traffic control, aerodrome control, meteorology, in-flight emergency response, battlefield airspace control and other aviation topics, and have qualified for the Diploma of Aviation (Air Traffic Control). Training was conducted via mobile platforms, classroom instruction, part task trainers and full immersion simulation in 360-degree tower simulators. Pilot Officer Ella Sherwen was awarded the Gary Haynes Trophy for best performance on course and Pilot Officer Jessica Stewart received the School of Air Traffic Control Defence Values Award. Enquiries relating to activities at RAAF Base, East Sale, should be directed to the Air Base Command Post on 5146 6888, or via email to:
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Pilot Officer Ella Sherwen was awarded the Garry Haynes Trophy for Academic Excellence.
A School of Air Traffic Control graduation last month. Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 6 July, 2021 – Page 15
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GENTS say this charming three bedroom home represents a rare opportunity to buy a property rich in history. Previously a newsagency, the property is now a family home complete with both old-world features and today’s conveniences, they say. The modern kitchen and meals area opens to a light-filled verandah, and the large living room has a wood heater. The bedrooms are sizeable — the master has a walk-in-robe — and shares a country-style bathroom and separate toilet. Outside, there is an established cottage garden with an undercover entertainment area, a raised deck with a pool and spa, a powered carport, a 4.2 by eight metre garage and shed, side storage for a boat, caravan or trailer and 18 solar panels. Set right in the heart of Briagolong just a block from the art gallery, the hotel and
local shops, agents say the new owners will also have great access to recreational facilities, such as the Blue Pool, and bushwalking.
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GENTS say this residential block of about 2000 square metres and with two road frontages, offers many development opportunities and is a superb residential lot to build a home — with plenty of space for sheds and gardens. The property is surrounded by sealed roads, and has town services available. Agents say the block is in a great location, within easy walking distance of town facilities — including shops, schools and recreation facilities.
Address: 24 Forbes St, Briagolong. Price: $415,000. Agent: Graham Chalmer Real Estate. Phone Chris Morrison on 0419 381 832.
Brief details: Property: 2000 square metres of land with two road frontages in town. Address: 21 Fitzroy St, Stratford. Price: $230,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.
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laundry is spacious. The home has power from the grid and a three kilowatt solar system, returning a 70 cent tariff, and the household water is provided by two tanks — a 37,800 litre (10,000 gallon) and a 18,900L (5000 gallon) tank. The sheds includes a 10.8 by 6.8 metre garage near the home, a three bay hay shed and a garden shed. There are established gardens, two orchards, and a hayshed that also houses yards. The land is divided into six paddocks, with water trough access from the stock and domestic bore, plus surplus stock water in the two dams that are seasonallyfilled by a nearby creek.
Stratford. Surrounded by veandahs, the elevated brick veneer home has three spacious bedrooms, and its dining and lounge rooms have views of the undulating landscape. The functional kitchen has electric cooking and a separate meals area, that adjoins the dining and lounge rooms. There is a dual outlet solid fuel heater and reverse cycle unit, the bedrooms have built-in robes and are near a bathroom fitted with shower and vanity, and the
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Property: Three bedroom, one bathroom rural home with views on nearly 37 hectares (about 91 acres). Address: 103 Camerons Lane, Stratford. Price: $1,050,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Kevin Read on 0488 411 026. Agents say the property is a must-see for those looking for a rare rural property in the current market.
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CHARACTER & CHARM IN BOISDALE * Character home combined with modern day conveniences * 3 spacious bedrooms plus study * 2 renovated bathrooms * Huge lounge with wood heater * Kitchen/dining area with gas cook top, electric oven and dishwasher * 10m x 8m shed with concrete floor * Adjacent to recreation reserve and playground
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Brief details: Property: Low maintenance two bedroom home in central Sale. Address: 128 Thomson St, Sale. Price: $560,000. Agent: Graham Chalmer Real Estate. Phone Fergus Horan on 0417 123 162 or email fhoran@ chalmer.com.au
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has direct access into a well-appointed garage. A fully-enclosed alfresco area with its own outdoor kitchen is accessible from the family room — ideal for year-round entertainment. Other notable features include a gas log fire, a split system air conditioner, quality fixtures and fittings, ducted vacuuming and an abundance of storage throughout. This one owner property totals 21.46 squares, and sits on a low maintenance allotment. Agents say the property is in “as new” condition, with nothing else to spend money on, and would be well suited to couples, retirees or investors.
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scheme and lower interest rates have facilitated in a surge in demand for detached homes that ensures a record number of new detached homes will be built this year and into 2022. “In regional areas, we are experiencing record activity as savvy buyers seize the opportunity to secure a new home away from the city, with evidence that location is something customers are now looking at differently. “With many organisations embracing working from home beyond COVID-19 restrictions, a home in a regional community is now being viewed more favourably – particularly if you are only commuting a few days per week as opposed to the full five days or can work entirely from home. “The demographic shift in population towards regional locations and low interest rates will continue to drive demand for new homes over the months to come.”
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RECORD number of detached housing starts will occur in the year to September 2021, with more than 146,000 detached houses beginning construction, according to new Housing Institute Association data. The forecast is contained in HIA’s economic and industry outlook report, which includes updated forecasts for new home building and renovations activity nationwide and in individual states and territories. The association’s economist, Angela Lillicrap, said the prediction was 20 per cent higher than the peak of the previous boom in 2018. “This large volume of work will ensure that the industry remains very active through until at least the second half of 2022,” Ms Lillicrap added. “Renovation activity is also at an all time high and likely to remain elevated for a number of years due to the nature of the COVID recession and house price growth. “This level of activity is not likely to be seen again for many years, if not decades. “The combination of factors that have led to this boom is unprecedented and are driven by HomeBuilder and low interest rates, as well as a change in consumer preference away from high density areas. “The key challenge for the industry has shifted from a slump in demand this time last year, to having insufficient supply of materials, labour and land to satisfy this demand. “The extension of HomeBuilder’s commencement deadline will help limit
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Brief details: Property: Commercial showroom, office and workshop in central Sale. Address: 18 Union St, Sale. Price: $28,000 per annum, plus GST and outgoings.
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LANDCARE volunteers benefit from a significant increase in mental and physical wellbeing – and a significant decrease to their healthcare costs, according to a new report. The newly published findings by KPMG Australia, in partnership with Landcare Australia, suggested volunteers involved in Landcare enjoy substantial improvements to their mental and physical wellbeing. These improvements lead to an estimated saving from avoided healthcare costs of $403 per individual per year, and for the Landcare movement which exceeds 140,000 individuals, that number equates to $57million nationally. The report also goes on to address additional savings to the Landcare volunteer community relating to productivity, and benefits for natural disaster resilience and recovery, with the combined value amounting to $191million annually. Produced by KPMG Australia, the ‘Building resilience in local communities: The wellbeing benefits of participating in Landcare’ study surveyed more than 1000 volunteers and coordinators from Landcare groups, and interviewed people involved in different Landcare activities from across the country. Almost half of all participants surveyed, 46 per cent, reported clear improvements in their mental wellbeing. With a connection to the land felt by almost all of those surveyed at 93 per cent, and 90 per cent experiencing a stronger connection to the community, 19 per cent reported a reduced use of physical health services, contributing to avoided healthcare costs. Elsewhere, the study found that the majority
Volunteering for Landcare has more than just environmental benefits. of people who were not in full-time employment enjoyed an improvement in their mental wellbeing — more so than those in full-time employment. The majority of participants who were involved for more than 100 hours per month reported better mental health, however 43 per cent who spent less than four hours per month still noticed a distinct mental health boost. KPMG’s partner in charge of human rights and social impact services, Richad Boele, said 2020 was a year of extremes – drought, bushfires, floods and a global pandemic. “People have been displaced, isolated, lost their loved ones, their livelihoods, and their properties,” he said. “At a time of unprecedented change, it is important to recognise that it can be those micro-moments of connection that can make all the difference. “This is why Landcare is so important and so crucial for the Australian community, economy and environment.”
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Wet winter so far for MDF THE Macalister Demonstration Farm has been through an extremely wet period. Paddocks that have been re-sown in the past couple of years are soft, but the others, especially ones with more permeable soil, or partially functioning drainage cuts, are dry enough. Cows are being dried off and milkers number only 120. Only milkers and two-year-old heifers are on the farm. Paddock 22 will be grazed soon and is 41 days
rested; it has 2.2 leaves re-grown since the previous grazing, so there is an average leaf appearance rate of 18.6 days, typical for late June. Fifty-six days rest would have produced three leaves. Growth in this paddock has averaged 22 kilograms of dry matter per hectare per day. This growth is significantly more than the consumption rate in the table (12kg dry matter per hectare per day) because the grazing rotation is now being pushed out from 35 to 50 days.
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THE Victorian Farmers Federation Making Our Farms Safer team has partnered with St John Ambulance Victoria to give away seven automated external defibrillators to support Victorian farming communities. VFF president Emma Germano said the giveaway would provide winners the resource and support they needed. “Farm safety is our highest priority and I strongly encourage Victorian farmers to apply for an AED if they don’t have one in their local community,” she said. Last year, Spring Hill CFA Captain Scott Selle suffered a cardiac arrest while attending a fire in Glenlyon. He was revived by fellow firefighters, including his partner Kath, using a defibrillator from a CFA fire truck. He said having a locally accessible defibrillator could be the difference between life and
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Positive outlook in dairy industry
MUCH of Australia’s dairy industry has been riding on a wave of positivity during the past few months, with farmer confidence and consumer optimism high, according to Dairy Australia’s June 2021 Situation and Outlook report. Improved operating conditions, robust domestic demand and supportive global fundamentals have continued to underpin a reasonably strong market outlook. Dairy Australia senior industry analyst Sofia Omstedt said a vast majority of farm businesses were expecting to make an operating profit this season, and having seen favourable weather conditions, industry confidence has bounced back. Several factors, including higher opening milk prices in 2021-22, suggest this momentum could be maintained well into next season. Favourable operating conditions have had a substantial impact on industry sentiment, as demonstrated by the latest National Dairy Farmer Survey which shows that 64 per cent of farmers are feeling positive about the future of the dairy industry, up 20 per cent from last year. Furthermore, 88 per cent of respondents are
anticipating making an operating profit in 2020-21, with 63 per cent of these farmers expecting profits to be higher than the five-year average. National milk production is expected to be stable in 2020-21, with minimal volume change compared to the season prior. Looking ahead, several factors point to possible modest milk production growth in 2021-22. Dairy Australia’s initial forecasts suggest 0 per cent to two per cent growth relative to this year, which would equate to a national milk pool of between 8.80 and 8.97 billion litres. In light of otherwise supportive conditions, high beef prices and strong land values have continued to weigh on the national dairy herd and encourage farm exits, while flooding and the ongoing mouse plague have presented acute issues in the affected areas. The lack of available workers remains a concern across the country. Consumer optimism is high with life in Australia beginning to return to a pre-pandemic ‘normal’ (notwithstanding intermittent lockdowns and restrictions on movement), prompting recovery in foodservice spending and domestic dairy markets.
There is an increased demand for branded products over private label variants, which is seeing the sales value of all major dairy products soar. Consumers are, however, going to stores less often, and buying more items and bigger packs when they do. Globally, milk output from the four largest exporters — New Zealand, the US, the European Union plus the UK, and Australia — has been steadily increasing. In light of otherwise strong fundamentals, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge market dynamics. While global fundamentals remain positive for the Australian industry, the ongoing labour shortage remains a concern, and any deterioration in feed supply also presents a risk. Overall, most factors suggest another favourable season ahead. Dairy Australia’s quarterly Situation and Outlook reports summarise national milk production, key dairy consumption data and international market impacts on pricing. The June 2021 report is available at
Erosion webinar
AGRICULTURE Victoria will present a free webinar on how to respond to erosion and movement of sediment following bushfires and floods. Soil erosion can appear in many forms including landslips, sheet and rill erosion, scour gullies and gully head erosion. Soil erosion and associated sediment can damage dams, fences, tracks, and stream crossings. In this webinar, Brad Costin and Agriculture Victoria land management extension officer Clem Sturmfels will cover causes, farm effects and maintenance, control techniques and responses, case studies, and answer any questions. The webinar will be held next Tuesday, July 13, from 7pm until 8 pm via Zoom or phone. The meeting ID is 951 0663 4604, with the passcode ‘flood’. Those who wish to join by phone should dial 7018 2005, enter the same meeting ID and enter passcode 840 462. For more information, phone Ms Sturmfels on 0429 018 879 or email clem.sturmfels@agriculture. vic.gov.au
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Tickets on sale for red meat conference TICKETS are now available for the inaugural Gippsland Red Meat Conference, to be held on Tuesday, August 31, at the Riviera Convention Centre in Bairnsdale. The conference program has been finalised and an Eventbrite page created to sell tickets. While there is a general theme of recovery and resilience throughout the conference, event manager Craig Bush there was also a wish to celebrate “all that is good about agriculture”. To that end, the organisers are running a photo competition, inviting people to send in their best agriculture photos, which will be displayed at the conference. Photos can be sent to Rhys Kennedy at Elders Bairnsdale, which is supplying the prize for the best photo, or email the event manager, Craig Bush, at redmeat@gippslandag.com.au Mr Bush said the conference program was full of inspiring presenters and topics. Attendees will hear how a former New South Wales Farmer of the Year traded his way out of two and half years of drought, how a family-owned sheep stud which lost its entire ewe flock in the 2015 Pinery South Australia bushfires bounced back, and how a property manager negotiated the recent $500,000 carbon credit trade to Microsoft. There will be discussion about what it means to be carbon-neutral, how to achieve that, and
Trevor Caithness, Craig Bush, Rhys Kennedy and Jen Smith sort through photo entries. Photo: Contributed what is in it for farmers. There will also be masterclasses in stock trading, precision lambing, crossbreeding, heterosis,
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Recovery teams for farmers after storms
AGRICULTURE Victoria has established a recovery team to support farm businesses as they recover from last month’s floods and storms. The recovery efforts, which will include oneon-one technical advice and support, will be delivered by Agriculture Victoria specialists, led by Agriculture Recovery Manager Darren Hickey. Mr Hickey, a Gippslander with more than 20 years’ experience in farm production systems and emergency management, said the team was talking to producers affected by the recent severe weather to provide practical assistance and support in recovery. Impact assessment information following June’s storm is continuing to be collated. Across Gippsland, the Central Highlands and Yarra Valley about 2000 head of livestock were
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Armaan Enterprises Pty Ltd
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Name and address of premises to which the application relates:
Tinamba General Store
Start date: 05/07/2021 End date: 26/07/2021
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Supply liquor in sealed containers, bottles or cans for consumption off the licensed premises
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Nambrok Cricket Clubs AGM will be held Tuesday 6th of July at the Nambrok C.C. Club Rooms. The meeting will start 7:30pm, all Members/Life Members are welcome to come along.
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SALE 2: 1:00pm Seaton Selling Complex Graeme McGillivray 0427 517 306 Greg Birss 0417 454 052 Trevor Stothers 0408 656 270 Scott Langley 0438 924 980 Good entries to hand, further entries invited. For entries please contact your preferred agent. Please note that COVID 19 rules and regulations will need to be adhered to if you are attending This is an Annual sale with breeders holding their consignments for this fixture, a yarding of well bred district cattle will be penned
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Latrobe Regional Hospital
Are you seeking a career in healthcare? LRH has a range of opportunities available for individuals who like to make a difference and care for our community. ● Senior Administration Officer ● Associate Nurse Unit Manager - CCU ● Project Co-ordinator Health Intervention and Prevention Review ● Social Worker Grade 1 ● Social Worker ● Graduate Nurse Mental Heath: ● Occupation Therapist Grade 2 - Flynn ● Community Clinician - CASEA ● Mental Health and NDIS Quality Coordinator ● Community Child and Youth Mental Health Clinician ● Psychiatry Registrar ● Eating Disorders Coordinator ● Senior Clinician - PECT ● Mental Health Postgraduate Program For further information, including how to apply positions descriptions and application closing dates please visit our website https://lrh.mercury.com.au/ Successful applicants will be required to obtain a satisfactory national police check and working with children check.
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Public Purposes Reserve Inc. Notice is hereby given of a PUBLIC MEETING to be held at the Lake Wellington Yacht Club on Friday July 16, 2021, commencing at 7pm. The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) nor more than nine (9) persons as the committee of management for the Marlay Point Public Purpose Reserve Inc. for a term of three years. Nominations from women, aboriginal people, young people, people with disabilities and people form culturally diverse backgrounds are particularly encouraged to nominate. All current positions will expire on June 22, 2021 and be declared vacant. Nominations for the new committee will be received up to the commencement of the meeting, nominations for any unfilled positions will be accepted at the meeting. All interested persons are invited to nominate or attend. For nomination forms or other enquiries contact the undersigned on 0429 440 468 or the current Committee Secretary, Neil Ross 0458 215 265 (M) or 5144 1558 (H). Donald J Ripper JP MAICD, Convenor.
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Gate House Officer
Rotafab are seeking hard working and enthusiastic team members for the position of Gate House Officer. 2 x Permanent Part Time positions available. Shift 1: 6am-11am. Shift 2: 11am-4pm. M-F. Duties include, but are not limited to: ● Conduct vehicle/personnel inspections ● Grant access to authorised staff, visitors, and contractors ● Maintain electronic records of access to site ● Receive deliveries as appropriate Please apply to PO Box 1235 Sale 3853 Or Email: info@rotafab.com.au
Catholic College Sale "Every Student, Every Day"
Applications are invited for the following fulltime ongoing position: Maintenance Team Member To commence as soon as negotiable.
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Specsavers Sale is seeking applications for a Casual Optical Assistant approximately 20 hours per week for an immediate start. If you have a passion to deliver exceptional customer service in a fast paced retail environment, then we want you to join our team. Flexibility is must as hours and days will vary. CV's can be emailed to the Store Director at store.sale@st.au.specsavers.com
The Carrajung Cemetery Trust is seeking expressions of interest from suitably
Customer service experience is a must. Successful applicants will be contacted by phone. Applications Close no later than 4pm Monday 12th July.
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St Paul's Anglican Grammar School is seeking applications for the following position at the Traralgon Junior School.
Education Support Officer
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2012, auto, 204,000kms, s/hist, e.c., r.w.c., reg'd, YXP-223, Morwell, $13,000 o.n.o. Ph 0409 069 002.
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SUBARU WRX 1997 PEDIGREE Pop top, 17'6''', single
2012, 5 speed manual, 148,500kms, full-service history, 1 owner, excellent mech. and body condition, $22,490, R.W.C provided, Located Sale. Phone: 0406 050 265.
beds, aircon/heater, TV, new annex and awning, 12 mths reg., 2-way fridge, GC., $10,999. PH: 0438 443 230.
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We currently have a rare opportunity for an experienced Business Manager to join our dealership. The position require previous finance and insurance experience with the ability to work as part of a dedicated team to produce outstanding results. Exemplary customer service skills, attention to detail together with a sound understanding of legislative compliance are essential to be considered for this position. An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated based on experience. Please note, the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a current National Police Check, at their own expense. Open to all applicants. If you have the skills & attributes to be an integral part of our team please apply now with your current resume, cover letter and the contact details of 2 referees direct to: Applications to: Tracey Cox Turnbull Toyota Sale 303 York Street SALE VIC 3850 e:recruitment@turnbulls.com.au Full details on: http://www.turnbulltoyota.com.au/careers
Further information and application forms available at www.ccsale.catholic.edu.au. All applications are to be forwarded to: principal@ccsale.catholic.edu.au Applications Close: 4.00pm Wednesday 7th July 2021
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Long Distance HC Driver
Bonaccord Freightlines is currently seeking an experienced HC driver to join our team for our Long Distance Operation based from the Bairnsdale area. The position 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 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.
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JAYCO DOVE
2013 Campervan. Excellent condition. A/C, awning, annex, sleeps 4. Many extras, $23,500 ONO. Ph: 0448 811 309.
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All Terrain Forklifts
Suitable for growers, farmers, producers and construction. 2 units available. Mast Explorer, 2008/9 HD30-4, 3T cap., 4x4, 3.7mtr mast, side shifts, new tyres, turbo Perkins diesel, HYD trans., e.c., $30,745. 2nd unit, same specs as above, with brand new turbo charged Perkins, supplied by Perkins (mtr cost $12,500), sell $38,500. Please contact us for all your telescopic All Terrain equipment. Traralgon 0439 791 955.
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PARAMOUNT, Duet Expanda 2015, 20'6", family van, sleeps 5, swr/toilet combo, w/mach., oven, 2 tables, 2 TVs, full annexe and lots more. Beautiful 8x5 with removable rack, van $59,000 o.n.o. Phone can send photos. $1950 o.n.o. Text Brad on 0476 0427 671 780. 167 042.
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Voyager 2000. 2000 model, 18ft, rear kitchen, dbl bed, 5-seats, 3-way fridge, aircon, tv, m'wave, electric brakes, gas stove and oven, awning with tebbs annex, semi-offroad suspension, tinted galaxy windows, stored in shed, all in as-new cond., $22,500. P: 0427 542 533
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BROWN, Joe. The mower man. 26/10/26 - 27/06/21. Passed away peacefully aged 94. Husband of Audrey, Father of three, Grand father of ten. Great grand father of nine. Missed by all.
BROWN Joseph (Joe). The President, Committee and Members of the Sale Golf Club are saddened by the passing of long-time and esteemed member Joe Brown. Our sincere condolences to the Brown family.
Love from Dad
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BROWN, Joe. Pop, Great Poppy Brown. The man, the myth, the mower and motorbike legend. memories and antics of you will flow forever. Always loved and will never be forgotten. Love Justin, Nat and Toby.
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JONES, (nee Sunderland), Kathleen Winifred. 23/9/1933 - 30/6/2021 Passed away peacefully at Laurina Lodge Heyfield. Loved daughter of Horace and Sarah (Thelma) and sister of Gwen (all dec).
JONES, Kathleen. Grandma you were always so loving, thoughtful and kind. So many memories you leave behind. A special and gentle lady now resting peacefully. Love Chris xx
Dearly beloved wife of Kevin (dec). Much loved and loving Mum of David (dec), Phil, Karen, Lisa, Mark and partners.Adored and loved Nan / Grandma of 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
JONES, Kathleen. In loving memory of our wonderful Gran. Of all the special gifts in life how ever great or small to have you as our gran was the greatest gift of all. Love Trent, Joshua and Kira.
Reunited in the loving arms of her one true love, Kevin. Loved and remembered always. Forever in our hearts xx
I held your hand so warm to touch, I got to say goodbye it meant so much. I only hope you heard the words that i whispered in your ear, you were one of life's special gifts a Nan so beautiful and so dear. You will For funeral details always be in my heart, no please visit one can take that away www.latrobevalleyfunerals. JAGO The funeral service for Mr from me as much as they com.au Raymond Charles Jago did try. I love you to the will be held at Delbridge moon and stars, you will Funeral Chapel, Marley always be close by. Street Sale at 2pm Your loving grandTOMORROW (Wednesday daughter Tanya and July 7, 2021), followed by grandson-in-law Matt. a Private Cremation.
You were a very special lady, too special for words to say, I will love you forever and always, even though you had to go away, you may not be there for me to see, but I will feel you in my heart, and as long as I feel this way, we are never far apart. Reunited with Dad and Dave. - Your loving son Phil Our hearts ache with sadness, our secret tears flow, for what it means to lose you, no one will ever know. We were so blessed to have such a beautiful, kind, caring, brave and loving Mum, Nan and Great Nan. So gentle with so much grace and a big loving heart. Truly an honour to have you in our lives and your unconditional love. We loved your warm hugs and beautiful smile. Sleep peacefully, fly free playing your piano in the sky. Reunited with our Dad and Pa and your son David. Cherished memories, forever in our hearts. We loved you dearly, sadly missed. - Love Lisa, Chloe and Jake (Tilley), Jake and Maddy, Lily, Kaicee, Clara and Imogen xoxo The grief and heartache we feel bears witness to the depth of our love, you never failed to do your best, your heart was true and tender, you simply lived for those you loved and those you loved remember. Life is not measured by the years you live but the love you gave and the things you did. Will love you and miss you always. Never forgotten. Will cherish all the memories we have. Love from Mark, Tania, Gabrielle, Ben, Hugo, Spencer, Billy and Aria, Stephanie and Penelope, Natalie, Craig and Isaac. xoxo
BROWN The funeral service for Mr Joseph Duncan 'Joe' Brown will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Cunninghame Street Sale at 1pm TODAY (Tuesday July 6, 2021), followed by a private cremation.
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RICHARDSON, Peter (Richo). Passed away at home on Wednesday June 30, 2021, aged 74 years. Loving father of Lisa, Tina and Ben. Was a well-known character in the Gippsland Community. Richo will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
CAPES. A funeral service for Mr Kenneth Harold Capes WAS HELD on Friday June 25, 2021.
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SMITH, Peter James. 23/11/1960 to 25/6/2021 Madeley, Perth, WA Taken suddenly and way too early. Will be sadly missed. Brother of Leta and brother-in-Law to Rob, uncle to Josh and Sam. LIEPA, Lenard John Frederick. 24/10/1977 - 23/6/2021 Loved son of Len Liepa Snr and Yvonne McIssac. Much loved brother of Cameron Liepa. Loved father of Tristan, Kyle and Kelisha. You will be forever in my heart. - Mum. LJ, There are no words to describe my love for you son! You will be in my thoughts forever. R.I.P LJ, my loving son. - Dad.
WILLOX, (Gell) Eileen Lorraine (Eilie). 87 Years. 02/08/1933 - 03/07/2021. Loved wife of Bill (dec.). Mother of eight. Loved gram and G.Gram to several. Much loved sister and sister in law to Alan and Shirley (dec.) and Val (dec.), John and Lee, Lois and Jim (dec.), Jeff and Cheryle. Aunty Eilie to many. A life well lived. Will be greatly missed.
Len, I will miss you and always remember you until we meet again. Rest easy my brother. - Cam, Jamie, Riley and WILLOX, Grace. (nee Gell) Eileen. 2/8/1933 - 3/7/2021 Thank you for our Passed away peacefully beautiful little girl. at home surrounded by I'm glad you've found your her family. peace. Loving and devoted wife - Tracy. of Bill (dec.) Loved mother of Russell, MERRICK, Norrie. Lindsay, Daryl (dec.), 22/5/1927 - 4/7/2021 Virginia, Faye, Sheryl, Passed away peacefully Denise, and Warren. in the wonderful care of A loved grandmother and To the most beautiful Nan staff at McDonald Wing great grandmother. Reunited with Bill and Al ways so loving, Nursing Maffra. A wonderful loving mother Daryl. thoughtful and kind. What beautiful memories to her three children Peter, Robert and Gone but not forgotten you leave behind. Rosemaree. Forever in our Hearts Love you and miss you. At Rest. Love Gabby, Ben, Hugo and Spencer, Billy and Aria xx Thank you to the staff at Beloved Grandma to Matt McDonald Wing for their and Megsy and great dedicated care given to grandma to Daisy and Norrie over the past nine Jasper. A beautiful, caring years. Obituaries and gracious soul with the People who have biggest heart and recently lost loved warmest hugs. Always ones are respectfully welcoming us into your invited to contribute home with open arms and life stories and photos spoiling the Grandkids with cuddles and treats. for publication in the Your passion and love for Gippsland Times. your family never There is no charge for waivered and we will this service. treasure the beautiful This is separate from memories of our time the Death notices in together. You were the the Classifieds section. lifeblood of our family, the Those who would like to link that held us all honour a loved one in together. We hope you print by telling the story are reunited with of their life journey are Granddad and Dad invited to email details (David) and playing songs on your piano from above. and images to: news@ We will miss you so much. gippslandtimes.com.au Rest in peace Grandma xx with ‘obituary’ in the subject line
JONES, (nee Sunderland). The funeral of Mrs Kathleen Winifred Jones is appointed to leave Our Chapel, 5 Queen St Maffra after a service commencing at 11 AM TOMORROW (Wednesday July 7, 2021) for the Maffra Lawn Cemetery. Please visit our website for the livestream of Kath's service.
LIEPA. A private family service for Mr Lenard John Frederick Liepa will be held.
MERRICK The funeral service and committal for cremation for Mrs Norrie Merrick will be held at Our Chapel, 5 Queen St Maffra on FRIDAY (July 9 2021) commencing at 2pm.
NIKOLAJEW Funeral prayers for Babe Ada Poppy Nikolajew will be offered at St Michael's Catholic Church, George Street, Heyfield TODAY (Tuesday, July 6 2021) commencing at 9.30am. Please visit our website for the livestream of Ada's service.
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HOLMES, Morris James. Kerry,Trevor and Andrew would like to sincerely thank all family and friends for their kind thoughts, messages, cards and flowers on the sad loss of Dad. Thanks also to the staff at Wilson Lodge and Dr Nicolson for the care of Dad over the last four years. Special thanks also to Gippsland Funeral Services for making this difficult time easier for us. JONES, Nancy. Margaret, Kath, Lionel and Debbra would like to sincerely thank our family and friends for their love and support at this difficult time of our lives with the passing of our beautiful Mum. The food, flowers, cards and comforting words are much appreciated. Thank you to the Maffra Medical Group and the Maffra District Hospital nursing staff for their care and compassion over the last few months. We were always made to feel welcome. A special thank you to Stretton Park where Mum resided for 11 months. Your friendship and kindness meant so much to her. To Brad and Pal your guidance and thoughtfulness at this time. The St Johns Church for catering. Please accept this as our personal thank you to everyone.
East Gippsland Football-Netball League ROUND 10
SENIORS LUCKNOW 2.0 5.2 9.3 12.4 76 BOISDALE-BRIAG 4.2 5.3 10.5 12.8 80 Lucknow, goals: B Matthews 2, S Ryan 2, K Collins 2, J Sanford, B Trinder, D Hodder, J Carroll, R Halford, D Grace Best: J McNamara, B Trinder, C Hammond, D Hodder, J Carroll, W Siania BoisdaleBriagolong, goals: J Reeves 4, A Quirk 3, B Rimington 2, J Hunt 2, B Rathnow Best: B Rimington, B Marshall, D McKean, L Fulford, M Simmonds, L Forsyth ORBOST-SNOWY R 0.1 3.3 4.4 7.7 49 STRATFORD 7.4 9.8 15.9 23.11 149 Orbost-Snowy Rovers, goals: H Nettleton 3, M Welsh 3, C Solomon Best: M Welsh, T Cotter, C Robertson, M Dignan, J Nettleton, J Humphreys Stratford, goals: R O’Keefe 4, J Robertson 3, H Erfurth 2, R Fulton, M Hawkins, E Albrecht, B White, L Toner Best: H Erfurth, R Tait, M Hawkins, B White, J Robertson, N French LINDENOW 9.6 20.10 30.14 39.24 258 PAYNESVILLE 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.1 7 Lindenow, goals: A Hanuera 6, B Jones 5, L Dyer 5, S Henshaw 5, R Blandford 4, J Lando 3, J Van Reyk 2, J Neal 2, B Ashwood 2, P Alexander, K Ashwood, M Baylis, W Blackley, M Irish Best: L Dyer, M. Irish, A Hanuera, J Lando, W Blackley, J Neal Paynesville, goals: M Willmott Best: T McKay, D Whittingham, J Farquhar, H Murdoch, J Kinder, S Joustra
Maffra B grade centre Chloe Proud weaves around Traralgon counterpart Kasey Guttridge during Saturday’s Gippsland League netball clash. Photos: Sam Crothers
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BOISDALE-BRIAGOLONG 19.16 (130) d LUCKNOW 3.3 (21) Lucknow, goals: B Ginty, R Mutimer, J Dadswell Best: J Mitton, B Ginty, A Hooper, B Purnell, R Mutimer, J Dadswell Boisdale-Briagolong, goals: R Marshall 3, B Wilkinson 3, T Chessum 2, M Rowley 2, D Pratt 2, C Egan 2, H Hare, C Bailey, J Renooy, B Hudson, J McMillan Best: C Egan, B Wilkinson, J McMillan, D Pratt, B Sandeman, C Bailey STRATFORD 11.14 (80) d ORBOST-SNOWY ROVERS 9.4 (58) Orbost-Snowy Rovers, goals: D Scott 5, M Fenner, T Rainer, D Kane, T Findley Best: Z Candian, C Connor, D King, D Kane, C Voss, J Bates Stratford, goals: A McGuiness 2, D Richardson 2, D O’Shanassy, A Morcom, S Jago, S Cottrell, J Channing, K Hargreaves, L Harper Best: F Fulton, J Channing, C Dixon, K Simmons, J Simmons, A Morcom LINDENOW d PAYNESVILLE (forfeit) LAKES ENTRANCE 7.10 (52) d WY YUNG 6.2 (38)
UNDER 17.5s ORBOST-SNOWY ROVERS 10.17 (77) d STRATFORD 1.0 (6) Orbost-Snowy Rovers, goals: N Davis 6, H Farley, S Waddell, T Clay, J Humphreys Best: N Davis, T Griebenow, S Waddell, N Davis, T Herbert, J Humphreys Stratford, goals: B Dekkers Best: N Bennett, B Dekkers, E Clohesy, B Johnson, D Nicholls, F Telford
SMITH, Elizabeth Marie 21/09/1932 - 05/07/2008. Years are passing quickly Mum, love and miss you with all our hearts. Give Dad and Johnny a kiss for us. Love Jenn and Harry and grandchildren and great grandchildren.
LAKES ENTRANCE 7.11 (53) d WY YUNG 6.6 (42)
SMITH, Elizabeth Marie 21/09/1932 - 06/07/2008 Our precious Mum, Nana and Great Nana. Mothers hold their children's hand for a while, but their hearts forever. Miss you every day. Love you always. - Michelle and Alfie, Daniel and Hayley, Lea and Sam, Harry, Jack and Max, Ruby and Billy. xxx
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A grade: Maffra 34-67 Traralgon, Warragul 71-21 Sale, Bairnsdale 33-72 Moe, Morwell 33-39 Wonthaggi, Drouin 45-41 Leongatha; ladder: Moe 32, Leongatha 28, Warragul 24 (149.24 per cent), Traralgon 24 (130.48), Wonthaggi 20, Morwell 18 (112.17), Drouin 18 (106.68), Maffra 8, Sale 4 (66.59), Bairnsdale 4 (50.66). B grade: Maffra 36-56 Traralgon, Warragul 48-35 Sale, Bairnsdale 49-50 Moe, Morwell 39-34 Wonthaggi, Drouin 31-67 Leongatha; ladder: Traralgon 36, Leongatha 32, Moe 28, Warragul 24, Morwell 20, Wonthaggi 16, Sale 12, Maffra 8, Drouin 4, Bairnsdale 0. C grade: Maffra 48-33 Traralgon, Warragul 41-19 Sale, Bairnsdale 24-34 Moe, Morwell 38-21 Wonthaggi, Drouin 18-36 Leongatha; ladder: Morwell 32 (154.87), Maffra 32 (153.88), Leongatha 28, Warragul 22, Traralgon 20, Moe 16, Wonthaggi 12, Drouin 10, Bairnsdale 4 (58.94), Sale 4 (58.86). Under 17s: Maffra 34-27 Traralgon, Warragul 24-49 Sale, Bairnsdale 39-28 Moe, Morwell 31-19 Wonthaggi, Drouin 22-41 Leongatha; ladder: Maffra 36, Sale 32, Bairnsdale 24, Traralgon 20, Wonthaggi 16 (100.41), Leongatha 16 (91.76), Morwell 14, Warragul 12, Moe 10, Drouin 0. Under 15s: Maffra 33-40 Traralgon, Warragul 8-51 Sale, Bairnsdale 42-10 Moe, Morwell 25-38 Wonthaggi, Drouin 23-41 Leongatha; ladder: Sale 32 (448.48), Traralgon 32 (231.98), Maffra 28, Wonthaggi 26, Bairnsdale 20, Leongatha 14, Morwell 12, Drouin 8 (54.34), Warragul 8 (51.74), Moe 0. Under 13s: Maffra 22-48 Traralgon, Warragul 9-59 Sale, Bairnsdale 55-5 Moe, Morwell 50-24 Wonthaggi, Drouin 5-44 Leongatha; ladder: Traralgon 36 Bairnsdale 28 (295.45), Sale 28 (201.08), Maffra 24, Leongatha 22, Morwell 16, Wonthaggi 10 (72.19), Warragul 10 (26.22), Moe 6, Drouin 0.
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A grade: Woodside 50-44 Churchill, Heyfield 38-31 YallournYallourn North, Rosedale 44-50 Glengarry, Gormandale 40-38 Cowwarr, Sale City 80-31 Traralgon-Tyers United, Yarram bye; ladder: Woodside 32, Glengarry 30, Sale City 28 (146.33 per cent), Rosedale 28 (124.92), Churchill 26, Heyfield 20, Yarram 16,m Yallourn-Yallourn North 8, Cowwarr 4 (63.33), Traralgon-Tyers United 4 (53.83), Gormandale 4 (51.59). B grade: Woodside 39-59 Churchill, Heyfield 45-18 YYN, Rosedale 51-31 Glengarry, Gormandale 41-59 Cowwarr, Sale City 44-33 TTU, Yarram bye; ladder: Rosedale 32 (134.55), Cowwarr 32 (125.55), Sale City 28, Churchill 24, Yarram 20 (110.1), Glengarry 20 (108), Woodside 20 (88.22), Heyfield 12, Gormandale 8, TTU 4, YYN 0. C grade: Woodside 30-35 Churchill, Heyfield 34-23 YYN, Rosedale 22-22 Glengarry, Gormandale 38-32 Cowwarr, Sale City 46-17 TTU, Yarram bye; ladder: Sale City 32, Rosedale 28 (138.83), Heyfield 28 (126.69), Gormandale 24 (110.43),
Churchill 24 (103.6), Glengarry 22, Cowwarr 16, YYN 14, Woodside 8, TTU 4, Yarram 0. D grade: Woodside 27-30 Churchill, Heyfield 10-41 YYN, Rosedale 31-28 Glengarry, Gormandale 22-31, Cowwarr, Sale City 43-28 TTU, Yarram bye; ladder: Sale City 36 (257.07), Rosedale 36 (157.97), TTU 28, Glengarry 24, Churchill 20, Cowwarr 18, YYN 14, Gormandale 12, Woodside 8, Heyfield 4, Yarram 0. Under 17s: Woodside 17-26 Churchill, Heyfield 52-16 YYN, Rosedale 23-32 Glengarry, Gormandale 46-15 Cowwarr, Sale City 69-13 TTU, Yarram bye; ladder: Sale City 40, Heyfield 32, Gormandale 28, Yarram 24, Glengarry 20 (100.35), YYN 20 (85.27), Rosedale 12 (70.13), Churchill 12 (62.21), TTU 8, Woodside 4, Cowwarr 0. Under 15s: Woodside 30-12 Churchill, Heyfield 34-10 YYN, Rosedale 34-25 Glengarry, Gormandale 24-21 Cowwarr, Sale City 41-21 TTU, Yarram bye; ladder: Sale City 40, Heyfield 32, TTU 28, Glengarry 24 (132.42), Rosedale 24 (127.9), Woodside 16 (89.74), Gormandale 16 (55.68), Cowwarr 12, Churchill 4 (48.81), Yarram 4 (41.49), YYN 0.
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A grade: Orbost-Snowy Rovers 42-40 Stratford, Lucknow 28-58 Boisdale-Briagolong, Wy Yung 49-42 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow bye; ladder: Wy Yung 32, Orbost-Snowy Rovers 26, Lindenow 20, Lakes Entrance 18, Stratford 12 (117.29 per cent), Boisdale-Briagolong 12 (113.68), Lucknow 8. B grade: OSR 22-30 Stratford, Lucknow 32-27 BoisdaleBriagolong, Wy Yung 33-28 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow 44-19 Paynesville; ladder: Wy Yung 28, Stratford 26, Lakes Entrance 24, OSR 16, Lindenow 14, Lucknow 12, Boisdale-Briagolong 8, Paynesville 0. C grade: OSR 35-32 Stratford, Lucknow 25-28 BoisdaleBriagolong, Wy Yung 32-22 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow 28-27 Paynesville; ladder: Wy Yung 28 (158.39), Lindenow 28 (134.55), OSR 24, Paynesville 18, Stratford 16, Boisdale-Briagolong 8, Lucknow 6, Lakes Entrance 0. D grade: OSR 18-18 Stratford, Lucknow 16-43 BoisdaleBriagolong, Wy Yung 27-20 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow 61-16 Paynesville; ladder: Lindenow 32, Boisdale-Briagolong 24, Stratford 22, OSR 18, Wy Yung 16, Lakes Entrance 8 (96.71), Lucknow 8 (73.73), Paynesville 0. Under 17s: OSR 16-27 Stratford, Lucknow 9-30 BoisdaleBriagolong, Wy Yung 39-22 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow bye; ladder: Stratford 30, Wy Yung 26, Boisdale-Briagolong 20, OSR 14 (93.88), Lakes Entrance 14 (71.5), Lindenow 12 (79.37), Lucknow 12 (53.85). Under 15s: OSR 15-51 Stratford, Lucknow 58-12 BoisdaleBriagolong, Wy Yung 33-23 Lakes Entrance, Lindenow bye; ladder: Lucknow 32 (486.49), Wy Yung 32 (276.42), Lakes Entrance 24, Stratford 20, OSR 8 (52.06)m Lindenow 8 (31.61), Boisdale-Briagolong 4.
LADDERS SENIORS W L D F A % Pts Stratford 7 1 0 729 302 241.39 28 Lakes Entrance 7 1 0 665 424 156.84 28 Lindenow 6 2 0 726 417 174.10 24 Boisdale-Briagolong 6 2 0 669 430 155.58 24 Orbost--Snowy Rovers 3 5 0 571 662 86.25 12 Lucknow 2 6 0 428 576 74.31 8 Wy Yung 1 7 0 421 671 62.74 4 Paynesville 0 8 0 291 1018 28.59 0 RESERVES W L D F A % Pts Boisdale-Briagolong 8 0 0 810 246 329.27 32 Lakes Entrance 7 1 0 794 260 305.38 28 Stratford 6 2 0 632 387 163.31 24 Lindenow 4 4 0 380 341 111.44 16 Orbost--Snowy Rovers 3 5 0 623 450 138.44 12 Lucknow 3 5 0 348 652 53.37 12 Wy Yung 1 7 0 344 677 50.81 4 Paynesville 0 8 0 43 961 4.47 0 UNDER 17.5s W L D F A % Pts Wy Yung 4 1 0 430 197 218.27 28 Orbost-Snowy Rovers 4 1 0 267 221 120.81 28 Lakes Entrance 3 2 1 370 336 110.12 22 Lucknow 1 3 0 151 205 73.66 20 Lindenow 2 3 1 413 311 132.80 18 Stratford 1 5 0 159 520 30.58 12 (Boisdale-Briag and Paynesville are not fielding under 17.5 teams)
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Hillclimb this Saturday
MAFFRA And District Car Club will host the fourth round of the Boisdale Hillclimb Series this Saturday. The twilight long track race meeting will also be part of the Victorian Club Autocross Series, with competitors to come from across the state. Organisers expect a large number of drivers in a variety of vehicles, from standard road cars, sports sedans and purpose built buggies. There will be free entry for all spectators, and a kiosk open throughout the event, with racing to begin at 1pm and run through until around 8.30pm. The Boisdale Hillclimb Track is located at 239 Boisdale-Newry Rd. For more information visit www.madcc.com.au or phone Adrian Britton on 0418 561 053.
Mystery ride on Sunday
BECAUSE of cancellations, the Sale and District Sunday Afternoon Cyclists will now host Cathy’s Mystery Ride this Sunday, leaving 32 Trood St, Sale, at 10am. Led by Cathy, there will be a short cycle and mystery stops of interest on the way. The ride will be suitable for all bikes, with all riders welcome. Riders should bring their own lunch. Tuesday mountain bike ride and Thursday road rides leave from the Port of Sale at 9.30am every week. All riders are welcome. Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 6 July, 2021 – Page 27
Richmond X Essendon X Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Hawthorn X Fremantle X Sydney Swans 4 Collingwood X Western Bulldogs 4
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X West Coast X St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Hawthorn X Fremantle X West Coast X St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Adelaide X Port Adelaide 4 Carlton 4 Sydney 4 Collingwood X Western Bulldoggs 4
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92
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76
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TOTAL
91
TOTAL
79
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X LEADER Sydney 4 St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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93
5 Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X Sydney 4 Collingwood X Westerrn Bulldogs 4
TOTAL
86
5 Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X West Coast X St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X Sydney 4 St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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90
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Fremantle X Port Adelaide 4 West Coast X St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X West Coast X St Kilda 4 Weeste t er n Bulldogs 4
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85
MITCH & EDEN 6 Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Fremantle X Port Adelaide 4 Sydney 4 St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X Sydney 4 Collingwood X Western Bulldogs 4
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85
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Carlton 4 West Coast X Collingwood X Western Bulldogs 4
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6 Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X Sydney 4 St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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92
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90
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Richmond X Geelong 4 Melbourne X Adelaide X Poort Adelaide 4 Carlton 4 Sydney 4 St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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86
THIS ROUND
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Richmond X Geelong 4 GWS 4 Brisbane 4 Port Adelaide 4 Fremantle X West Coast X St Kilda 4 Western Bulldogs 4
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80
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82
Round 16
Thursday July 1 Gold Coast v Richmond, 7:20pm, MS Friday July 2 Geelong v Essendon, 7:50pm, GMHBA Saturday July 3 Melbourne v GWS, MCG, 1:45pm, MCG Adelaide v Brisbane, 4:35pm, AO Hawthorn v Port, 7:40pm, MRVL Fremantle v Carlton, 7:40pm, OS Sunday July 4 Sydney v West Coast, 1:10pm, GMHBA Collingwood vs St Kilda, 3:20pm, MCG Bulldogs v North Melb, 4:40pm, MRVL
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Bombers hold on at Lucknow David Braithwaite
THE gap between the top and bottom four sides on the East Gippsland football ladder is back to three wins following victories away from home for Boisdale-Briagolong and Stratford over Lucknow and Orbost-Snowy Rovers respectively. Boisdale-Briagolong defeated Lucknow by four points, but fell to fourth place because of Lindenow’s percentage-boosting victory. The Bombers found it hard to shake off the Magpies, who are battling to get back into finals contention. The Bombers kicked four goals to two to lead by 14 points at quarter-time, before the hosts came back within a point by half-time following a three-goal to one second term. The visitors increased their lead to eight points by three-quarter-time, and held on to win 12.8 (80) to 12.4 (76), despite being out-scoring in the final term. The Bombers were best-served by Brandon Rimington, Billy Marshall, David McKean, Leigh Fulford, Mat Simmonds and Lee Forsyth, while
Jim Reeves kicked four goals and Andrew Quirk three. Joel McNamara and Billy Trinder were the best players for Lucknow, which remains in sixth place, four wins outside the top four with six rounds to play. HAYDN Erfurth kicked 11 goals to help ladder leader Stratford thump Orbost-Snowy Rovers by 100 points. Seven unanswered goals in the first quarter had the Swans on their way. The Blues reduced the 45-point quarter-time deficit to 41 by the main break, but the Swans booted 14 goals to four in the second half to win 23.11 (149) to 7.7 (49). Rodney O’Keefe, with four goals, and Jordan Robertson, three, joined best-on-ground Erfurth in the goal-kicking spree. Regan Tait, Mitch Hawkins, Brad White and Nathan French got plenty of the ball across the ground. Hamish Nettleton kicked three goals for the Blues, whose best players were Max Welsh and Tim Cotter. The Swans remain on top of the ladder, ahead
of Lakes Entrance on percentage, while the fifthplaced Blues have won work to do to bridge the gap to the top four. LAKES Entrance defeated Wy Yung by 46 points. The visiting Seagulls trailed by six points at the main break, but kicked 11 goals to two in the second half to win 13.7 (85) to 5.9 (39). Tom Smith kicked seven goals for the winners, with Sam Nickless, Josh Piper and Liam Carrols their major contributors. Nick Ward and Kaleb Hodson were the sevenplaced Tigers’ best players. LINDENOW moved ahead of Boisdale-Briagolong into third place after a 251-point demolition of Paynesville. The Cats won 39.24 (258) to 1.1 (7), with all the visitors’ scoring done in the first quarter. Fourteen players were on the Lindenow goal kickers list, led by Aaron Hanuera, who booted six, while best-on-ground Luke Dyer, Ben Jones, Stephen Henshaw and Rohan Blandford each kicked five. EGFNL scoreboard, page 27.
Big win for Sale at Warragul Liam Durkin
Bill Pleming in action for Maffra against Traralgon.
Maffra’s Daniel O’Brien takes a mark.
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WESTERN Park was mistaken for a bakery after Sale creamed Warragul. The Magpies put last week’s huge scare from Bairnsdale well and truly behind them, winning 20.20 (140) to 2.7 (19). An even first quarter was followed by a four-goal effort by Sale in the second as they took a 34 point lead into the main break. The Magpies really put the foot down in the third, adding seven goals to no score as the Sale defence was resolute. It was more of the same in the last, with Warragul again going goal less. Sale’s back line allowed the Gulls to score just one behind in the second half, while up forward the Dessents had a day out, kicking 11 goals between them — Brad helped himself to eight and Jordan three. Jackson Glenane also kicked two, and usual defender and senior games record holder Chris Laverty drifted forward to kick a cheeky two. The win keeps Sale locked in outright fourth position with a two game buffer on its nearest challenger, and only one win off joining the top three, with the opportunity to secure a double chance. Best players for the victors were defenders Jamie Sweeney and Jack Leslie, midfielders Jack McLaren and Shannen Lange, and forwards Brad Dessent and Cooper Whitehill. Sean Masterson, Sam Whibley and Nick Mulqueen put in honest efforts for Warragul. The unfortunate Gulls are still yet to break the duck in 2021, but have winnable games against Morwell and Bairnsdale in the next three weeks. MOE was never troubled by Bairnsdale. The Lions led from start to finish in east Gippsland, winning 16.14 (110) to 9.7 (61). Sunny conditions made for some great offensive plays throughout the day, highlighted by running goals to Hayden Presitidge and Jordan Ceppi, as well as a long bomb from Ben Maslen on the edge of 50. Ruckman Simon Harris was best-on-ground, while Ceppi, Jaksch (who kicked six goals), Maslen, Scott Van Dyk and Lucas Forato also stood out. With the sense of adventure always prominent when playing in Bairnsdale, Moe players and officials would have felt it was a job well done on the drive home. In a good sign of the entire Moe senior squad working together, Casey Demons player and injured Lions senior player Riley Baldi did the running for the reserves earlier in the day. Liam Giove, Harry Gibbs and Randall Stewart were the Redlegs’ best. MORWELL was outplayed by Wonthaggi. The Power kept the Tigers goal less in the first half, and only allowed them to kick one goal up to three-quarter-time on its way to a 13.10 (88) to 3.8 (26) win. Troy Harley kicked four goals and Jack Blair was in the thick of the action with three of his own, while Tyler Brown, Josh Hecker and Tom Caile were Morwell’s best performers. LEONGATHA was too strong for Drouin. The Parrots kept top spot with a 14.13 (97) to 6.5 (41) win away from home. Leongatha exploited the absence of Drouin’s star ruckman Bob McCallum, as Ben Willis hit the ball down the throat of Tom Marriott time after time. Todd Beck, Ed Morris and Joe Collins were best for Drouin.
Gippsland League ROUND 11
SENIORS
MAFFRA RA A 1.3 5.6 7.8 11.11 77 TRARALGON 5.3 3 10.5 5 13.8 8 13.8 8 86 Maffra, goals: J Butcher 2, H Gravener 2, T Thatcher 2, D O’Brien, D Alexander, A Petrou, A Carr, T Jolly Best: J Butcher, H Holmes, D Butcher, A Carr, E Carr, T Gray Traralgon, goals: J Best 4, M Northe 2, D Reid 2, T Hamilton, J Van Iwaarden, L Farley, E Williams, J McDonald Best: T Hamilton, M Collison, M Northe, J McMahon, L Farley, C Little WARRAGUL 2.2 2.6 2.6 2.7 19 SALE 3.4 7.10 14.15 20.20 140 Warragul, goals: W Cole, S Fennell Best: S Masterson, S Whibley, N Mulqueen, J Davidson, T Winder Sale, goals: B Dessent 8, J Dessent 3, J Glenane 3, C Whitehill 2, C Laverty 2, S Lange, J Johnstone Best: J Sweeney, J Leslie, J McLaren, B Dessent, C Whitehill, S Lange BAIRNSDALE 2.2 7.6 7.6 9.7 61 MOE 5.2 13.12 13.12 16.14 110 Bairnsdale, goals: E East 3, B Anderson 3, R Tatnell 2, N Dennison Best: L Giove, H Gibbs, R Stewart, S Deery, E East, C Timms Moe, goals: K Jaksch 6, J Wood 2, S Harris 2, L Rees 2, J Ceppi, B Maslen, H Prestidge, B Humphrey Best: S Harris, J Ceppi, K Jaksch, S Van Dyk, B Maslen, L Forato DROUIN 2.1 2.2 5.4 6.5 41 LEONGATHA 5.3 11.7 12.9 14.13 97 Drouin, goals: M Theodoridis 3, T Beck 2, J Collins Best: T Beck, E Morris, J Collins, H Wans, C Bethune, C Robinson Leongatha, goals: J Hume 3, T Marriott 2, M Borschman 2, C Stone, J Ginnane, J Harry, K Drew, B Perry, J Lamers, L Juric Best: T Marriott, B Willis, M Borschman, T Sauvarin, C Verboon, S Westaway MORWELL 0.3 0.4 1.7 3.8 26 WONTHAGGI 4.4 7.5 9.8 13.10 88 Morwell, goals: J Hecker, I Abas, C Macdonald Best: T Brown, J Hecker, T Caile, B McAuliffe, C Macdonald, J Galea Wonthaggi, goals: T Harley 4, J Blair 3, T Davey 2, D Brosnan, T Murray, N Anderson, L Scott Best: T Murray, K Reid, J Blair, L Scott, S Scott, A Lindsay
RESERVES
TRARALGON 5.8 (38) d MAFFRA 4.2 (26) Maffra, goals: C Nettleton 2, B McKenzie, K Killoran Best: B McKenzie, R Auld, J Scott, J Hayward, W Brunt Traralgon, goals: R McDonald 2, R Loprese, B Locandro, S Hallyburton Best: J Garrett, R Loprese, C Ruyters, T Northe, C Peavey, R McDonald WARRAGUL 18.13 (121) d SALE 3.4 (22) Warragul, goals: A Alderuccio 4, C Raso 2, C Williamson 2, B Quirk 2, L Wilson 2, B Nott 2, L Miller, T Davine, J Orlicki, B Sheehan Best: B Nott, C Williamson, R Gilligan, C Raso, A Alderuccio, S Dennis Sale, goals: C Byron 2, L Craft Best: B Williams, J Hutchins, L Panwar, C Byron, L Sutherland, L Craft BAIRNSDALE 7.7 (49) d MOE 5.4 (34) LEONGATHA 9.15 (69) d DROUIN 0.4 (4) WONTHAGGI 11.8 (74) d MORWELL 5.3 (33)
UNDER 18s
TRARALGON 17.6 (108) d MAFFRA 6.1 (37) Maffra, goals: J Stewart 2, S Wain, S Pendergast, T Ruthberg, T Threadgold Best: S Pendergast, H Langford, S Wain, E Aurisch, L Allman, B Missen Traralgon, goals: S Lissa 4, H Walker 3, G Wood 2, R McDonald 2, T Gafa, R Adams, B Gafa, C Bartley, T Said, K Ruyters Best: B Rickard, H Walker, S Hallyburton, O Turnbull, S Schutte, S Lissa SALE 12.21 (93) d WARRAGUL 1.6 (12) Warragul, goals: C MacLean Best: B Cunico, J Curtis, T Gowans, A Henshall, T Lord, K MacLean Sale, goals: M Wilson 2, H Ronchi 2, K McDonald 2, O Waugh 2, T Morrison, L Panwar, M Benson Best: Z Perkins, Z Russell, J Brown, T Morrison, H Ronchi, K McDonald BAIRNSDALE 12.9 (81) d MOE 5.6 (36) LEONGATHA 12.10 (82) d DROUIN 4.8 (32) MORWELL 9.20 (74) d WONTHAGGI 5.5 (35)
UNDER 16s
MAFFRA 9.4 (58) d TRARALGON 5.7 (37) Maffra, goals: N Christy 5, J Osborn 3, H Stables Best: N Christy, J Boyd, S Anderson, R Phelan, B Wright, W Ross Traralgon, goals: T Tangi 2, C Booth, C Scandrett, L Meany Best: W Brent, H Carman, J Macumber, N Addison, T Little, M Maaka WARRAGUL 21.13 (139) d SALE 3.2 (20) Warragul, goals: P Ireland 5, L Finnegan 4, J Alger 4, L Ward 3, H Jinks 2, P Carpenter 2, L Garner Best: H Brown, K Baker, L Ward, P Carpenter, A Phillips, L Giliam Sale, goals: K Cutler 2, J Jones Best: F McDonald, Z Waixel, K Cutler, C Barnett, M Annear, T Wrigglesworth BAIRNSDALE 13.15 (93) d MOE 4.6 (30) DROUIN 7.14 (56) d LEONGATHA 5.4 (34) MORWELL 9.6 (60) d WONTHAGGI 6.11 (47) SENIORS Leongatha Wonthaggi Moe Sale Drouin Traralgon Morwell Maffra Bairnsdale Warragul RESERVES Traralgon Maffra Leongatha Wonthaggi Morwell Bairnsdale Moe Warragul Drouin Sale UNDER 18s Traralgon Bairnsdale Leongatha Moe Morwell Sale Warragul Drouin Maffra Wonthaggi UNDER 16s Warragul Traralgon Maffra Drouin Bairnsdale Leongatha Wonthaggi Moe Sale Morwell
W 8 8 8 7 5 4 2 2 1 0 W 7 7 6 6 5 4 4 3 3 0 W 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 1 1 W 9 7 7 7 5 3 3 2 1 1
LADDERS L D 1 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 4 0 5 0 7 0 7 0 8 0 9 0 L D 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 5 0 6 0 6 0 9 0 L D 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 8 0 8 0 8 0 L D 0 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 4 0 6 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 8 0
F 853 816 801 701 553 616 453 437 464 400 F 758 516 629 506 551 482 386 396 279 240 F 762 593 629 565 509 528 402 356 335 268 F 808 850 668 578 443 438 300 313 307 236
A 399 430 433 484 696 623 582 636 944 861 A 270 294 319 463 411 454 441 623 604 864 A 291 427 360 413 366 455 592 647 619 777 A 251 240 278 392 518 607 580 684 532 859
% 213.78 189.76 184.99 144.83 79.45 98.88 77.83 68.71 49.15 46.46 % 280.74 175.51 197.18 109.28 134.06 106.17 87.53 63.56 46.19 27.78 % 261.86 138.88 174.72 136.80 139.07 116.04 67.91 55.02 54.12 34.49 % 321.91 354.17 240.29 147.45 85.52 72.16 51.72 45.76 57.71 27.47
Pts 32 32 32 28 20 16 8 8 4 0 Pts 28 28 24 24 20 16 16 12 12 0 Pts 36 32 28 24 20 16 12 4 4 4 Pts 36 28 28 28 20 12 12 8 4 4
Football
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SENIORS GORMANDALE 2.2 4.2 6.4 7.6 48 COWW WWARR W 2.2 10.4 11.7 13.10 88 Gormand dalle, goalls: J Pearce 2, M Couttts 2, J Foullkes, B Woszczeiiko, S Morritt Best: M Jones, M Harris, T Atlee, D Purves, J Pearce, J Burgess Cowwarr, goals: B McBride 3, S Morgan 3, B Plozza 2, S Cooper, J Casson, L Jenkinson, B Hood, B Johnston Best: P Tainsh, S Alexander, J Casson, L Jenkinson, S Morgan, N Wozniak HEYFIELD 6.2 7.2 8.7 9.8 62 YALL-YALL NORTH 0.1 11.5 14.10 20.16 136 Heyfield, goals: T Birss 3, L Lemon 2, J Bedggood 2, B Woodland, J Dinsdale Best: B Woodland, S Humphreys, M Van Der Zwart, J Conway, T Birss, L Lemon Yallourn-Yallourn North, goals: D MacDonald 5, J Keyhoe 4, E De Carli 3, K Hughes 2, D Bath 2, A Young, T Hood, M Luck, B Burnett Best: J Massese, C Staff, D Bath, D Bentley, J De Virgilio, T Hood
SALE CITY 1.1 3.2 4.2 6.5 41 TTU 2.3 3.4 10.6 12.10 82 Sale City, goals: B Jackson 2, J Safstrom 2, J Whitehill, B Walker Best: B Walker, J Whitehill, R Thatcher, T Bowman, S Fyfe, J McLay Traralgon-Tyers United, goals: B Kelleher 4, G Sinclair 2, H Willaton 2, K Duncan, J Neilson, Z Kilgower, D Williams Best: R Cochrane, J Brown, J Albanese, Z Kilgower, K Duncan, T Fleming WOODSIDE 2.0 7.3 14.9 18.11 119 CHURCHILL 2.3 4.5 5.5 8.8 56 Woodside, goals: D Waddell 5, C Witchell 3, M Duncan 3, J Cameron 3, T Jessup, J Kennedy, C Whiteoak, C Whiteoak Best: J Cameron, J Kennedy, R Foat, D Waddell, C Whiteoak, B Mattern Churchill, goals: C Nickels 4, J Whykes, B Holt, C Wangman, N Celima Best: C Williams, C Nickels, N Celima, M Diaz, C Wangman, A Chandler
RESERVES
COWWARR 10.5 (65) d GORMANDALE 9.6 (60) Gormandale, goals: T Fitch 3, T Buckley-Kohne 2, J Rust 2, N DeMaria, T O’Brien Best: T Buckley-Kohne, G Swan, T O’Brien, K Owen, J Rust, J Norton Cowwarr, goals: J Burt 4, A Barrett 2, H Low, L Low, L Hegarty, M Evans Best: L Hegarty, M Evans, J Burt, A Masut, H Low, K Hood YALLOURN-YALLOURN NORTH 15.6 (96) d HEYFIELD 2.3 (15) Heyfield, goals: C Bellion, M Eastham Best: J Burton, R Smith, D Coridas, M Ross, W Barbour, R Bean Yallourn-Yallourn North, goals: B Clymo 6, T Rowe 4, K Weir, S Simpson, J Swanson, J Zandt, J Chapman Best: D Walshe, T Rowe, B Clymo, D Potts, J Mathison, B Harding GLENGARRY 10.12 (72) d ROSEDALE 9.9 (63) Rosedale, goals: L Goodwin 2, M Bradley 2, T Love 2, D Bleyswyk, J Reid, L Little Best: L Goodwin, D Rowley, A Lossberg, H Fox, B Reid Glengarry, goals: R Turner 4, L Noble 4, L Patterson, C Ewert Best: R Turner, T Davidson, S Kosterman, H Bishop, C Ewert, L Patterson TRARALGON-TYERS UNITED 12.16 (88) d SALE CITY 7.5 (47) Sale City: details not provided Traralgon-Tyers United, goals: B White 3, C Marriott 2, N Miller, A Brady, L Miller, Z Standish, N Albanese, T Mudita, J Segond Best: L Marriott, J Segond, B Carroll, B Catlin, Z Kangelaris, T Mudita WOODSIDE 12.7 (79) d CHURCHILL 9.10 (64) Woodside, goals: Z Guttridge 5, J Fythe 2, A O’Sullivan, A Lucas, P L’Huillier, C Whiteoak, A Dean Best: Z Guttridge, J Wus, J Morgan, P L’Huillier, R Benis Churchill, goals: B Foley 2, N Laing 2, R Croft 2, P Metlikovec, M Riley, T Sevenson Best: N Laing, T Sevenson, B Whykes, D Dunne, H Weir, B Tyas
THIRDS
GORMANDALE 29.30 (204) d COWWARR 1.1 (7) Gormandale, goals: F Roscoe 10, B Bye 6, H Richards 2, O Bradford 2, M Anderson 2, B Harding, B Rust, C Isherwood, T Atlee, K Petersen, J Canning, S Burgess Best: T Baldwin, F Roscoe, O Bradford, N Millington, B Bye, T Atlee Cowwarr, goals: R White Best: A Norris, M Pistrin, R White, N Esler, J Moon, C. Farley HEYFIELD 14.10 (94) d YALLOURN-YALLOURN NORTH 8.3 (51) Heyfield, goals: A Eastham 2, J Dole 2, P Unmack 2, D Burton, K Hole, T Rose, X Brooks, E Davies, J Kuhnell, E Phelan-Penson, I Wheeler Best: K Hole, P Unmack, X Brooks, J Dole, B O’Doherty, A Eastham Yallourn-Yallourn North, goals: H Eenjes 4, B Brown, M Glibanovic, B Metcalf-Holt, X King Best: B Brown, B Leicester, H Paulet, H Eenjes, T Smith, S Smogavec ROSEDALE 12.12 (84) d GLENGARRY 5.4 (34) Rosedale, goals: K Carnes 3, J Nikolajew 2, J Moulton 2, H Fox 2, W Murray, T Henderson, B Nikolajew Best: T Henderson, C Moulton, M Lazzaro, J Moulton, J Nikolajew, W Murray Glengarry, goals: R O’Brien 2, D Balfour 2, O Poulton Best: T Morton, R O’Brien, C McGregor, D Balfour, J Parsons, J Aitken TRARALGON-TYERS UNITED 15.7 (97) d SALE CITY 4.5 (29) Sale City: details not provided Traralgon-Tyers United, goals: R Duguid 4, B Hourigan 3, D Grinstead-Jones 2, J Williams 2, M Deering, R Palmer, C Palmer, M Sbaglia Best: R Duguid, B Rooney, E Blair, J Williams, D Grinstead-Jones CHURCHILL 10.13 (73) d WOODSIDE 2.7 (19) Woodside, goals: J Fythe 2 Best: L Sketcher, H McLeod, J Fythe, R Barlow, J Mattern, C Dillow Churchill, goals: L Hecker 3, J Answerth 2, L Kerr 2, R Harding, P Khamphawa, B Rigby Best: M Bruerton, F Rohde, J Dowd, R Luxford, H Van Rossum, J Answerth SENIORS W Yallourn-Yallourn North 8 Woodside 8 Churchill 7 Yarram 5 Traralgon-Tyers United 5 Rosedale 4 Sale City 4 Heyfield 4 Glengarry 2 Cowwarr 1 Gormandale 0 RESERVES W Traralgon-Tyers United 9 Yarram 8 Yallourn-Yallourn North 7 Sale City 6 Glengarry 5 Heyfield 4 Rosedale 3 Woodside 3 Churchill 2 Cowwarr 2 Gormandale 1 THIRDS W Churchill 9 Traralgon-Tyers United 8 Rosedale 7 Gormandale 6 Heyfield 6 Woodside 4 Yallourn-Yallourn North 4 Sale City 2 Yarram 2 Glengarry 2 Cowwarr 0
LADDERS L D 1 0 1 0 2 0 3 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 5 0 7 0 8 0 9 0 L D 0 0 1 0 2 0 4 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 6 0 7 0 7 0 8 0 L D 0 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 5 0 8 0 7 0 7 0 9 0
F A % Pts 1195 481 248.44 32 802 454 176.65 32 844 592 142.57 28 818 475 172.21 22 702 577 121.66 22 735 606 121.29 18 640 822 77.86 18 762 654 116.51 16 586 867 67.59 8 391 939 41.64 4 350 1358 25.77 0 F A % Pts 927 315 294.29 36 867 313 277.00 32 775 304 254.93 28 853 551 154.81 24 564 631 89.38 20 587 585 100.34 16 470 789 59.57 12 477 831 57.40 12 488 785 62.17 8 396 781 50.70 8 399 918 43.46 4 F A % Pts 693 310 223.55 36 889 255 348.63 32 553 359 154.04 28 811 366 221.58 24 714 352 202.84 24 588 503 116.90 16 622 545 114.13 16 469 746 62.87 8 451 727 62.04 8 382 783 48.79 8 178 1404 12.68 0
Jets take off Liam Durkin
YALLOURN-YALLOURN North celebrated its new life as the Jets with what turned out to be a commanding 74-point at Heyfield to remain on top of the North Gippsland football ladder. The Jets couldn’t get off the runway at the Gordon Street Recreation Reserve in the first quarter, but once the pilots refuelled at the first break, there was no stopping them, winning 20.16 (136) to 9.8 (62). Heyfield kicked the first six goals of the game and kept YYN to a single behind in the opening term to take a 37-point lead. What happened next however defied logic, as the Jets kicked 11 goals in the second quarter to well and truly leave the Kangaroos mystified. YYN continued on its way in the third, stretching the margin to 39 points at three-quarter-time, and then doing more of the same in the last, as it ended with a comprehensive 74-point win. Heyfield added just three goals after quarter time, all of which were kicked in separate terms. Brayden Woodland, Shaun Humphreys and Max Van Der Zwart battled hard in a losing cause. Kangaroos coach Rick Galea will have plenty on his plate in trying to rectify his sides dramatic nosedive in form. Heyfield began the season with four wins on the trot, but has not won a game since, meaning it has been nine weeks between drinks.
TRARALGON-TYERS United got the job done against Sale City. After an even first half, the Bombers broke away to win at Stephenson Park, 12.10 (82) to 6.5 (41). Just three points was the margin at half-time, but seven goals to one took TTU out to a 40-point lead with one term to play. From there, the Bombers were able to get through the last quarter and win by virtually the same margin as 30 minutes prior. Brad Kelleher kicked four goals for the winners to take his season total to 33 from eight games. Others to play well for TTU were Ricky Cochrane, Jack Brown, Jacob Albanese, Zac Kilgower, Kade Duncan and left footer Tom Fleming. Best for Sale City was Bohdi Walker, Jaxsyn Whitehill, Ryan Thatcher, Tom Bowman, Justin McLay and coach Shane Fyfe. ROSEDALE did what it needed to do against Glengarry. As one of a number of teams in the middle part of the ladder, the Blues needed to give their percentage a boost in this match, and they did so with a 119-point shellacking of the Magpies. Rosedale put up 27.10 (172) to 7.11 (53), with pocket rocket Brandon McDonald kicking
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Heyfield’s Shaun Humphreys takes a mark.
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Bulldogs beaten by Bombers Liam Durkin
Heyfield’s Jesse Bedggood kicks the ball to the centre.
nine goals. McDonald has now kicked 41 goals for the season, and funnily enough, is only one behind the leader who shares the same surname but with different spelling. The Blues led from start to finish against Glengarry, and by three quarter time the margin was as good as three figures. Rosedale favourite son Rohan Diamond had the ball on a string, and received good support from Brad McKay and Dale Fleming. Jackson Hall was again best for Glengarry. Dean Brooks and Alex Bermingham put in honest efforts. WOODSIDE proved it is the real deal in 2021, walking all over third-placed Churchill after quarter-time to win 18.11 (119) to 8.8 (56). The Cougars dominated early and had 17 more inside 50s in the first term, but Woodside turned it around, kicking five goals to two in the second to go into the main break with a 16-point lead. The Wildcats owned the third term, piling on seven goals to one as the margin got out to a 58 points by three-quarter-time. It was a mere formality in the fourth, with Woodside running out the game with the four premiership points docked in the Wildcats’ keeping. The 64-point margin was the Cougars’ biggest defeat since
round two, 2017, when they lost to Sale City by 68. David Waddell kicked four goals for the winners, while Jordy Cameron, Josh Kennedy and Ryan Foat were prominent. Chris Williams played well for Churchill, as did Nick Celima and Corey Nickels who kicked four goals. COWWARR got its first win of season 2021 on the board. The Saints defeated Gormandale on their home deck 13.10 (88) to 7.6 (48). With both teams going into the game without a win and out of finals contention, this match was virtually a grand final for the combatants. Scores were level at quartertime, before Cowwarr kicked eight goals to two in the second term to take a 38-point lead at half-time. Gormandale did its best to get back into the game, and outscored the Saints in the third, but still trailed by 33 points at the final change. This margin proved to be enough for Cowwarr in the finish, as it rounded out the match to win by 40 points. Pat Tainsh was in the thick of the action for the Saints, as was Sean Alexander, Jack Casson and Lucas Jenkinson. Better players for the Tigers were Mitchell Jones, Mitchell Harris, Tyler Atlee, David Purves and Josh Pearce. YARRAM had the bye.
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A FINAL quarter surge wasn’t enough for Maffra, which fell nine points short of Traralgon on Saturday. The 13.8 (86) to 11.11 (77) result moves the sixthplaced Maroons within a win of the top five, but provides an almost fatal blow to the Eagles’ faint Gippsland League football finals hopes. With just two wins so far this season, the Eagles are four victories behind fifth-placed Drouin with seven rounds to play. With both teams needing to win to stay in contention, the match carried a finals-type build up, and a grandstand finish was a fitting result. Volvo - BMW - Volkswagen - Mercedes Benz - Peugeot
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Traralgon kicked five goals to one in the opening term to make the early running. While having enough of the ball, the Eagles were letting themselves down by their entries into the forward line. Trailing by 24 points at quarter-time, goals from Thomas Thatcher and Daniel O’Brien saw the Eagles reduce the deficit to 11 points 10 minutes into the second term. The momentum swung back the Maroons’ way when they kicked a “double goal” following two 50 metre penalties. After Ewan Williams kicked a goal from directly in front, the umpires then handed the ball to coach Jake Best, who kicked another from point blank range. A highlight for Maffra was a great goal from Harry Gravener, who, along with Jamie McIntosh, were the Eagles’ two senior debutants. The Maroons finished the second term with five goals, with a major after the siren from Andrew Petrou ensuring the home side only trailed by 29 points at the main break. The Maroons led by 36 points at
three-quarter-time, and looked to have the game under control. However, with their season on the line and the chance of their first finals miss since 1999 at stake, the Eagles refused to yield. Maffra slowly but surely ate away at the deficit, and had cut the margin to just 10 points when the clock ticked over to time-on. With all the momentum, Eagles’ forward John Butcher was given a free kick at the 30 minute mark with the chance to get his side within five points. Bucher kicked from 40 metres out on a 40 degree angle, but his set shot sailed through for a minor score. From there, the experience of Traralgon players such as Mark Collison was able to maintain possession and force stoppages to take valuable time out of the game. The Maroons did not score in the final quarter, but held on in the finish to win their fourth game of the season and stay only four points behind fifth-placed Drouin.
Collison had 34 touches and was among Traralgon’s best. Matt Northe also racked them up with 33, while Liam Farley played his best game for the club. Tom Hamilton looms as an exciting prospect for the Maroons. The 17-year-old had 23 hit outs, kicked a goal and took a hanger in a best-on-ground display. The Butcher brothers John and Danny were best for Maffra, along with defender Hudson Holmes, who had 29 disposals. Alex and Ed Carr also performed well in the midfield, while Thomas Gray made a good contribution in attack.
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