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Erosion action sought WELLINGTON Shire Council will write to state Environment Minister Lily D’Ambrosio, requesting urgent action to address erosion along the Lake Victoria foreshore at Loch Sport. Over a long period, Loch Sport residents have raised concerns about
shifting sands and coastal erosion on the Crown land area of the Lake Victoria foreshore. Efforts so far to address erosion issues have had little effect, with erosion continuing along the lake foreshore, placing public and private assets at risk. Of immediate concern is the area near Seagull Drive. Residents have taken the issue to the
Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, but the community is concerned the response from DELWP has been inadequate. Councillor Garry Stephens said the state government must take a more proactive and strategic approach to coastal erosion in this area and ensure adequate ongoing funding is provided to resolve issues long term.
Handmade face masks in high demand Demand is high for handmade face masks locally. Pictured (socially distanced) at Segue Neighbourhood House, Stratford, are manager Jess Darvill, Julie Malyon, Linda Brodribb and Beth Ripper. More page 4. Photo: Liz Bell L E S S PA I N . B E TT E R M O V E M E N T. FA ST H E A L I N G .
Wellington Shire Council is seeking urgent action from the state government to combat erosion problems at Loch Sport.
“If you read the Marine and Coastal Policy, there’s not a lot of confidence there or indication of leadership by the state government to actually address issues relating to coastal hazards,” he said. “But I’d just like to make the observation that the actions of the state government actually speak louder than words, because they have shown by work that they’ve done on the Inverloch foreshore to keep the Inverloch coast road open. “Recently, I noticed that upper house member Jane Garrett made announcements to fund projects of Bullock Island at Lakes Entrance and also to do work on the sea wall at Mallacoota. “Those projects, and funding made available by the state government, give me hope that the minister will take notice of this current problem at Loch Sport and will take some urgent action to fix up what is in fact, of course, Crown land. “I think we need to stipulate that this area that’s being eroded is in fact Crown land.” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has also written to the minister about
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TWO horrific dog attacks in Wellington Shire last week have left residents fearful someone will be seriously injured or killed if pet owners are not forced to take responsibility. A shocking dog attack in Sale on Wednesday morning is believed to have left one dog dead and its owner injured. The Gippsland Times understands a woman was walking her dog in Sale when they were set upon by two dogs who allegedly viciously attacked her dog, causing fatal injuries. The woman is believed to have received some injuries during the incident. It is understood the offending dogs were impounded after police and rangers attended the incident, which is being investigated. Another incident on Thursday involved a cat being viciously attacked in its Graves St yard in Heyfield while the owner was out. The owner, who prefers to remain anonymous, told the Gippsland Times on Friday neighbours rushed in to rescue the cat, which was almost killed and had its leg partially ripped off. The owner said she was now faced with a bill of more than $2000 after the cat had to have its leg amputated as a result of the attack. “This same dog, a Staffordshire Terrior cross, has been in my yard before and regularly wanders around, but nothing gets done,” she said. “I’ve called council before, but the dog has always disappeared before the ranger gets here.” Christos Illiopoulis from the Maffra Responsible Dog Owners Group said
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he was not surprised by the incidents. The group has been campaigning for tighter dog control and tougher penalties since it formed last year. “Someone will be killed by dogs at this rate,” he said. The Heyfield cat owner said she could not afford the vet bill, and was hoping to appeal to the community or an animal welfare charity for help. The attacks are the latest in a series of dog attack incidents that have led to calls for increased penalties for dog owners who don’t secure their animals. Late last year, Wellington Shire Council urged pet owners to secure
their animals after experiencing a 43 per cent increase in reported dog attacks during the previous 12 months. A horrifying dog attack in Maffra in May re-ignited calls for animal control laws to be strengthened, and rogue dog owners to be held more accountable. The attack happened in broad daylight, when a 59-year-old dog owner was walking her 12-year-old dog on a lead along Alfred St. Without warning, the two were ambushed from behind by a Staffordshire Bull Terrier-cross, which grabbed the older dog by the
neck and began thrashing it around “like a rag doll”. In the tussle the 59-year-old was knocked to the ground and suffered severe bruising and cuts. Councils are required to meet a number of obligations relating to animal management under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, including investigating dog attacks, providing advice on domestic animal matters, and responding to and investigating customer requests and complaints. Under its animal management policies, the council only nominates dog on-lead areas because of the predominantly rural nature of the shire, rather than dog off-lead areas. All dogs are required to be placed on leads at all times in areas not nominated unless otherwise specified. Local laws officers patrol those areas, and anyone found to have their dog off the lead may be issued with a $330 penalty for the first offence, and a $660 penalty for the second offence. In Maffra, the nominated on-lead areas include Johnson St (between Foster and McMillan Sts), Fred Drury Park (Carpenter St), Lions Park Playground Area (Johnson St), Macalister Wetland Reserve Area (flora and fauna risk), Island Reserve/ Port of Maffra and Macalister River Regional Park (McMahon Drive). In Heyfield, those nominated areas are George St, Temple St, Apex Park (George St), Lions Park and Rotary Park. A full list of the on-lead areas can be found on the shire website. Wellington Shire Council was approached for comment.
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WELLINGTON Shire mayor Alan Hall is urging the local community to take heed of the latest advice from the Premier and Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, in an attempt to keep Wellington free of COVID-19. The Wellington municipality has had zero confirmed cases of COVID-19 for some time now, a figure the mayor is keen to see continue. With the hotspot areas of Melbourne and Mitchell shires now under lockdown but Gippsland still enjoying relatively relaxed restrictions, Cr Hall urged Wellington residents not to become complacent. “We are incredibly lucky here in Wellington that we have had very low numbers of COVID-19 diagnoses during this pandemic, and none in recent times,” he said. “We are still relatively free to go about our lives at the moment here in Wellington, — a freedom we can’t begin to take for granted.” The latest advice from the Chief Health Officer is for people to wear face masks if they cannot maintain a physical distance of 1.5 metres from people in public spaces. “I encourage everyone to carry with them a face mask and to wear it if you find yourself in a situation where you cannot maintain that physical distance,” Cr Hall said. “This is a very serious situation, and we need to treat it as such. “Wearing a face mask, washing
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to have staff work from home, providing opportunities in its public spaces for physical distancing, installing sanitising stations in its public buildings and providing face masks to all customer-facing staff. “All Wellington residents need to do all they can to keep Wellington free of COVID-19 and take care of each other,” Cr Hall said.
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Local demand outstrips supply for homemade face masks Liz Bell
A ROBUST face mask-making cottage industry has sprung up in Wellington Shire, as the community steps up to ensure a steady supply of masks is available locally. While last week the Gippsland Times reported on the introduction of new face mask rules had fuelled a rising demand for fabric in Yarram, it seems homemade is the preferred option around the shire. In the wake of earlier shortages of personal protective equipment Australia-wide, and the health department’s new ruling that any face covering is better than none, savvy sewers have taken up arms. A scan of local community Facebook pages reveals individuals from Tinamba to Loch Sport, and everywhere in between, are jumping on the opportunity to fill the void, making an assortment of face mask styles to sell locally and online for up to $20 each. The homemade masks are so popular, some sewers are even taking orders to fill growing waiting lists. Marg Rubin, who operates a small clothing, accessories and discount store in Maffra, says she sold $700 of her homemade masks in the first two days of offering them, and orders continue to flow in.
A selection of bright and fashionable face masks made at Stratford’s Segue Neighbourhood House, which is running face mask-making classes every Thursday. Ms Robin’s masks sell for about $8 each. “In the first few days I thought ‘I’ve bitten off
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more than I can chew here’,” she said. Ms Rubin said she knew of several local residents selling their masks from home, who were equally battling to keep up with demand. Stratford woman Susan Ford is making washable face masks in three sizes and in a range of patterns and colours, including football colours. Like everyone else in the sewing business, she is receiving bulk orders, and is doing her best to keep up with demand. The shire currently has no confirmed COVID19-cases, but many locals are erring on the side of caution and deciding to wear masks in public. And certain chain stores, such as the Reject Shop in Sale, are adhering to a head office statewide policy that customers must be wearing masks to enter stores. In an attempt to slow the spread of the virus, the health department has ruled people living in metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire must wear masks when away from home, and anyone living in regional areas is advised to wear a face covering when social distancing is not possible. For anyone on a budget or with time on their hands, Stratford’s Segue Neighbourhood House is running face mask-making classes Thursdays for the tiny cost of a gold coin for pensioners and
Segue volunteers, and $5 for everyone else. Segue manager Jessica Darvill said there was plenty of material left over from earlier bag making sessions, but a shortage of elastic was creating delays. She said the classes had proven popular, and were giving residents an affordable alternative to buying shop masks. Those interested should phone Jess on 0426 207 474. Meanwhile, the state government has announced it will distribute 2.1 million reusable face masks to vulnerable Victorians, Aboriginal Victorians and government health employees who deliver health services. Victorians who meet the eligibility are able to collect masks from a number of local government and community health services, including community pharmacies. Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Victoria branch president John Jackson welcomed the announcement, saying the organisation supported the supply of masks to vulnerable Victorians through community pharmacies as part of the public health program. “Community pharmacies are an easily accessible location for members of the public to access masks and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia supports this initiative by the Victorian government,” he said. “Pharmacists can make a judgement themselves on the resourcing they have available to participate. “It is important that people with symptoms of COVID-19 do not present to the pharmacy to collect a mask and that they send someone else to do so.” Following feedback from members, the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has called on the Victorian government to ask people not to enter pharmacies while displaying flu-like symptoms or waiting for results from COVID-19 tests. Analysis of Victorians diagnosed with COVID19 between July 7 and 21 showed nearly nine in 10 people did not self-isolate between getting COVID-19 symptoms and getting tested, and 53 per cent did not self-isolate after being tested while awaiting results. The Department of Health and Human Services has released additional guidance regarding workplace use of face masks, with health care workers required to wear a level one or type one disposable surgical mask in public-facing areas. More information about who is eligible and how to order face masks can be found at dhhs.vic.gov. au/reusable-face-masks-covid-19
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CRAFT and conversation atYarram Neighbourhood House has taken on a community-minded aspect in meeting the pandemic challenge. The Craft and Conversation group meets on Wednesday mornings, and having just resumed physically meeting after months of Zoom sessions, the group has embarked on a mission to create reusable face masks for people who are unable to make their own. Yarram Neighbourhood House coordinator Cathy Cook said the group would now also meet on Thursday mornings to work together creating up to 50 or 60 masks to be available to buy at a subsidised price of about $7. Using bought and donated fabric, the group is using a production-line approach, with one person marking out the pattern, another cutting and
others sewing particular sections of the masks, to reduce the time taken to create the more complicated face-fitting masks. The neighbourhood house also hosts a patchwork group on Friday mornings. During June, three Yarram Neighbourhood House members travelled to Buchan to donate 58 patchwork quilts to the Buchan Neighbourhood House for distribution to people who lost properties during the summer bushfires. One quilt was in the local football team’s colours, with the intention of the club offering it as a raffle prize or to donate to a club stalwart. About 25 people were involved in creating the quilts, which took about 2500 hours to make, with much of the materials donated by generous locals and Yarram Drapery. — Peter Hill
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SECURITY has been increased at Stratford Cemetery after brazen thieves stole more than 100 bronze urn inserts and other metal objects, leaving mourning families heartbroken and cemetery administrators determined to find them. Cemetery secretary Marg Robbins said CCTV had since been installed at the cemetery, but she is urging anyone who knows anything or thinks they saw suspicious activity during the weekend of April 4 and 5 to phone police or the cemetery administration. The thieves also took four metal taps and some sprinklers. The inserts, which would be worth little and be difficult to sell on, are receptacles to hold flowers and other sentiments to honour loved ones. Mrs Robbins said it was disappointing that people would target a cemetery, which was traditionally a place of peace and rest. The cemetery also recognises the sacrifice of many World War 1 soldiers. “Someone saw the cold and windy weekend as an opportune moment to come in and take
them — it is so disappointing,” Ms Robbins said. “It’s not just the cost of replacing them, it is the work — and we are all volunteers.” Cemetery volunteers have been forced to replace the stolen inserts with plastic replicas. Thefts of bronze urns are regularly reported around the world, with many ending up at scrap metal yards. To combat the crime of metal thefts, in 2018 the state government introduced laws to prosecute scrap metal traders who offered cash for scrap metal. The change was among a raft of reforms designed to crack down on criminal activities and the operation of criminal organisations in the state. Since the thefts at Stratford Cemetery, security cameras have been installed and security patrols increased. Mrs Robbins said local cemeteries were an increasingly important part of paying honour to people who had served in global conflicts. On August 15, the Stratford cemetery will host a lone bagpiper who will play to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War 2 — Victory in the Stratford Cemetery secretary Marg Robbins is disappointed that thieves would Pacific (VP Day). target a place of burial and mourning.
Good news as sushi staffers test negative A SALE sushi outlet was among three chain stores to shut their doors in Gippsland on Thursday as a precautionary measure, following fears a staff member may have been in contact with a coronavirus carrier. Pika-Sushi stores on Commercial Rd in Morwell, Franklin St in Traralgon and York St in Sale were closed following consultation with the Department of Health and Human Services and Latrobe City Council, pending results It’s good news for Pika-Sushi, Sale, Traralgon and Morwell of COVID-19 testing. stores, with the chain advising staffers have tested nega- The chain has since advised tive for COVID-19.
Boater still missing at Lake Wellington AT the time the Gippsland Times went to print yesterday morning, the search for a missing Golden Beach man at Lake Wellington was still underway, with police conducting an air search last Friday,and the State Emergency Service combing on foot. It is understood 48-year-old Trevor McKie and his 72-yearold father from Sale were in a small boat on the lake on Sunday,July 19,towing a larger boat. The younger Mr McKie took the smaller boat to refuel before 4pm, leaving his father on the large boat. It is unclear what happened to the younger Mr McKie after he headed back towards his father.
His father returned to shore in the larger boat, and was taken to hospital for observation. Police divers found Mr McKie’s phone on Wednesday, and his boat was found at Tucker Point last Monday, but Mr McKie remained missing as of yesterday morning. A specialist search and rescue unit has been on the scene since Monday last week, including divers, Police Air Wing and Water Police, the Coast Guard, and the SES. Police thanked the community for their exhaustive efforts in recent days, and encouraged people with information to phone CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000.
all tests have come back negative. Pika-Sushi Sale said one of its staff members had been in contact with a worker at an aged care facility in Traralgon the previous Sunday. “The aged care facility had since told any visitors of patients to isolate on Wednesday,” a statement read. “Meantime our staff member had worked in our Morwell and Traralgon stores on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. “So this is just a precautionary measure to ensure our staff and customers are safe.
“The health, safety and wellbeing of our customers, retailers, team members and the wider community is our highest priority so we are taking extra precautions to ensure our stores are clean, hygienic, and minimize large customer interaction,” the statement read. “As a pre-emptive measure, we have shut our shops in Morwell, Traralgon and Sale for a required commercial deep clean and other aspects. “Thank you to all of our customers for your support and understanding.”
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Police investigate Lindenow crash which claims a man’s life A MAN has died following a single vehicle crash in Lindenow on Saturday morning. Investigators believe the man, the sole occupant of the vehicle, was travelling on Main Rd just before 1.30am. The driver of the blue Mazda sedan lost control and crashed into a tree. Paramedics treated him at the scene, but he died as a result of his injuries. Police say the exact cause of the crash is yet to be determined, and an investigation is continuing. Witnesses to the crash or drivers with dash camera footage have been asked to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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The winner of the prestigious John Leslie Art Prize is announced Winner of the 2020 John Leslie Art Prize, Sarah Tomasetti’s Kailash from the Air (2019, oil and incision on fresco plaster, 220 by 130cm). Image courtesy of the artist and Australian Galleries, Melbourne and Sydney, and Beaver Galleries, Canberra.
MELBOURNE-based artist Sarah Tomasetti has been announced as the winner of the 2020 John Leslie Art Prize at Gippsland Art Gallery, Sale. The announcement was made by Wellington Shire mayor Alan Hall in the gallery’s first virtual opening posted online on Friday. Tomasetti’s enigmatic painting Kailash from the Air depicts the sacred Tibetan mountain Kailash from a high perspective, painted using the Renaissance method of oil and incision on fresco plaster. The work explores the artist’s concern for the Earth’s changing natural environment. “The Tibetan plateau is melting, in some places up to 10 times faster than the poles,” she said. “All the river systems of south Asia originate here, pouring over the edge of the roof of the world and sustaining one third of the world’s population. “And so research into the climate dynamics of region increasingly aligns with the centuries-old belief amongst Buddhists and Hindus that Mt Kailash is the navel of the world and the source of all life. “Mt Kailash has never been climbed, but from a drone or a plane we can see this sacred peak from above, and so this work hovers at the dawn of the Anthropocene, an age in which a human gaze can penetrate all corners of the globe, a colonising force without compare.” A large painting at 240 by 150 centimetres, the work is meticulously executed and atmospheric, and uses a limited colour palette. Tomasetti’s winning painting was selected by two judges, gallery director Simon Gregg and gallery curator Erin Mathews, from a field of 50 finalists. These finalists were chosen by a guest judge, The Age art critic Robert Nelson, as well as senior gallery staff. In all, 409 entries were submitted for the 2020 John Leslie Art Prize, from 334 artists. Mr Gregg described Tomasetti’s winning work as “magical”. “The painting is a dazzling tour-deforce that draws you in,” he said. “The handling and application of the oil paint into wet fresco is exemplary, and the subject is a timely one with the changing climate and the need for increasing respect of our planet’s finite resources.
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Winner of the Best Gippsland Work category, Linda Gibbs, untitled (2019, oil on linen, 112 by 168cm). Image courtesy of the artist. “The more one looks at the painting the more we find within it, and it continues to unfold before our eyes.” Tomasetti has held countless solo and group exhibitions since her first exhibition in 1988. In 1999, Tomasetti completed a Master of Arts in Fine Art at RMIT University, and is currently a PhD researcher and fine art lecturer there. She has been a finalist in 14 prizes (including the John Leslie Art Prize on two separate occasions), but this is her first win. Tomasetti takes home the $20,000 first prize, and her painting will be automatically acquired for the gallery’s permanent collection. Fish Creek-based artist Linda Gibbs was awarded Best Gippsland Work, for her untitled painting. The large oil on linen work impressed the judges, who praised it for its gentle luminosity, sparse but expert handling of paint, and the strangely inviting subject. Gibbs was awarded $1000 in her category. Both winning artists said they were
thrilled to be selected from the strong field of finalists. The John Leslie Art Prize is one of Australia’s most prestigious prizes for landscape painting. The prize is named after the late John Leslie OBE (1919-2016), a former patron of the Gippsland Art Gallery and a well known local philanthropist. The continuation of the prize is a result of the generosity of the John Leslie Foundation. The prize is offered biennially, and previous winners include David Keeling (2000), Vera Möller (2002), Mark McCarthy (2004), Brigid Cole-Adams (2006), Andrew Mezei (2008), Jason Cordero (2010), Tony Lloyd (2012), Shannon Smiley (2014), Amelda Read-Forsythe (2016), and Vanessa Kelly (2018). The exhibition of the work of the 50 finalists is currently on display at the Gippsland Art Gallery, and will continue until October 25. Visitors are invited to submit their favourite to the People’s Choice Award online on the gallery’s website, www. gippslandartgallery.com
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WELLINGTON Shire Council’s newly-formed Native Timber Taskforce has held its first meeting, and has begun planning its response to the state government decision to cease native timber harvesting. The taskforce is chaired by Wellington Shire mayor Alan Hall, with membership including East Gippsland Shire Council, Timber Towns Victoria, Australian Sustainable Hardwoods, Radial Timbers and the Construction Forestry Mining Energy Union. Cr Hall said its first meeting agreed on a terms of reference and began with discussing strategies to continue the pursuit of information from the government which underpinned its decision. He said Wellington and East Gippsland councils had approached the government and asked for details of the information it used as a basis of making the decision to phase out native timber harvesting, but those requests had fallen on deaf ears. “This decision impacts not only Gippsland communities that are dependent upon forestry and related activities, but also downstream employment and trades throughout Victoria,” Cr Hall said. “In addition to this state government decision, the recent action taken by Bunnings to stop sourcing native timbers from our local timber mills is likely to see an increase in imports that are clearly not subject to the same protocols and processes that exist here in Victoria, putting at risk some of the world’s most vulnerable species. “To understand this decision, we need to know what information the state government used in its decision-making process to kill off an industry that is so important to our region.” Cr Hall said the Native Timber Taskforce would not let the issue go, and would work hard to get answers from the government. “In this current economic environment, you can’t simply destroy a viable industry and replace it with something nebulous overnight,” he said. “On the back of the drought, the bushfires, and the impact of the pandemic, we need to sustain and grow existing business. “This is not a time to destroy, and think there are ready made replacements hanging on the rack.” Cr Hall said the Native Timber Taskforce welcomed the recent announcement that the state and federal governments would invest $4 million over four years to establish the Gippsland Centre of the National Institute for Forest Products Innovation, and noted that the impetus of the
Wellington Shire mayor Alan Hall, seated on the Port of Sale’s iconic Victorian ash steps (supplied by Heyfield’s Australian Sustainable Hardwoods). Cr Hall chairs the newly-formed Native Timber Taskforce, with membership including East Gippsland Shire Council, Timber Towns Victoria, Australian Sustainable Hardwoods, Radial Timbers and the Construction Forestry Mining Energy Union. Photo: Sarah Luke
Special charge scheme is declared for Stratty street A UNSEALED street adjacent to the Stratford Recreation Reserve will be upgraded, with Wellington Shire Council last week declaring a special charge scheme to pay for the works. The northern part of Lloyd St, between Redbank Rd and Bolden St, will be reconstructed and sealed to a width of 7.3 metres, with a cul-desac at the southern end. Kerb and channelling, pavement construction and sealing, improved drainage and storm water management will form part of the works. Property owners along the road will pay a total of $42,000, contributing either $6000 or $4500, depending on the amount of benefit their property receives. Council will contribute the remaining $408,000, coming from its share of Roads to Recovery funding from the federal government. The 160m long section of road is currently ill-formed with unsealed gravel pavement and irregular table drains. Council looked into the feasibility of a special charge scheme after property owners raised concerns about the maintenance of the road. The construction and sealing of Lloyd St will reduce the need for council maintenance works, reduce the amount of dust from the road, and improve the riding surface, access to and from properties, and drainage. The owners of six of the eight properties in the affected area supported the scheme going ahead, which is above the 60 per cent required by council. After resolving to declare the scheme in April, council did not receive an objection, paving the way for it to be formally declared this week.
federal government and the take up by the state government was a move in the right direction. “Importantly, we are well placed to assist, as we have within our municipalities of Wellington and East Gippsland the very best innovative operators,” he said. “Clearly we don’t intend to let this vital local and national industry go, it is more important than ever to ensure that we have a balanced, sustainable economy for the future.”
Mine project opponents unhappy at prospect of having to pay for hard copy EES document OPPONENTS of the Fingerboards mine project at Glenaladale are outraged Kalbar will charge a fee for its long-awaited Environmental Effects Statement, and have asked the Planning Minister and the Department of Land,Water, Environment and Planning to intervene. A Minefree Glenaladale spokeswoman said the group felt it would be “unfair” for the community to have to pay for hard copies of Kalbar’s EES, as it could be a financial barrier to reviewing the project and making submissions. Under the current COVID-19 restrictions, Kalbar has announced that it was “unlikely” there will be hard copies of EES documents available to view at local libraries and government offices, as was normally the case during EES exhibition. However, a Kalbar spokesman said fees charged for EES documents were not a Kalbar decision, but were up to Planning Minister Richard Wynne. He said the company was waiting on the minister’s advice on any costs associated with EES hard copies and as soon as it was received, Kalbar would notify the public of the details. “We continue to work with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning to finalise the details and procedures for the EES public exhibition and public access to copies of the exhibited EES documents,” he said.
The Minefree Glenaladale spokeswoman said AGL had not charged a fee for the EES documents on the gas import jetty at Crib Point, which was more than 8000 pages. Kalbar told ABC radio recently that the EES statement would be released for public submissions in July, but the documents have not been released. In a statement, Kalbar’s chief executive Jozsef Patarica said releasing the EES this month was “looking highly unlikely”. According to Kalbar’s Bulletin emailed on Thursday night, the EES hasn’t been finished yet, and the adequacy review by DELWP was still underway.
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Anomalies in law muddying the waters on timber harvesting protecting the environment interacted with the RFA framework in a “streamlined way”. The report also recommends that the act be amended to establish ‘single touch approvals’ and bilateral agreements with state and territory governments, as RFAs do. This model reduces duplication and strikes the right balance between environmental, economic and social outcomes. Australian Forest Products Association chief executive Ross Hampton said the Federal Court decision had created uncertainty around RFAs nationally. He called for the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act to be amended to reaffirm the intent of the RFAs. “RFAs are required by law to be independently reviewed every five years, and all reviews have found they are meeting or exceeding all environmental objectives, while providing a level of certainty to industry,” Mr Hampton said. “However, the Federal Court decision has created enormous challenges for the future of Victoria’s sustainable hardwood timber industry,” he said, despite VicForests’ plan to appeal the decision. Mr Hampton said the uncertainty could be addressed if the federal government urgently amended section 38 of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act to affirm and clarify the Commonwealth’s intent regarding RFAs.
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CHANGES to eliminate anomalies in a federal environmental law has potentially cleared the way to ensure the future of Gippsland’s native forest industry. Professor Graeme Samuel’s interim report into the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act has backed the need for clarity around Regional Forest Agreements, which govern timber harvesting in Victoria. This follows the decision in May by the Federal Court, which ruled that state-owned timber company VicForests breached environmental laws by harvesting sections of the Central Highlands inhabited by the critically endangered Leadbeater’s possum. Mr Samuel said the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act recognised the RFA Act, and additional assessment and approvals, were not required for forest activities under the RFA. Exceptions were operations in a World Heritage property or a Ramsar wetland. “These settings are colloquially referred to as the ‘RFA exemption’, which is somewhat of a misnomer,” he said. Mr Samuel said legal ambiguities in the relationship between the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act and RFA Acts should be clarified so the Commonwealth’s interests in
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“That would make it explicit that forestry operations in RFA regions are exempt from the act, and that compliance matters are to be dealt with through the state regulatory framework and do not invalidate the RFA provisions,” he said. Mr Hampton said the minor amendments to clarify the intent of the RFA exemptions should be dealt with urgently and separately to the environment protection and biodiversity conservation process. The Federal Court found that the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act applied to VicForests’ operation because harvesting at 26 coupes was in breach of the code of practice that governed forestry management, and that its operations at an additional 41 coupes were unlikely to comply. All of the coupes are home to either the Leadbeater’s Possum or the threatened Greater Glider. Retired forester and author Mark Poynter said the court ruling was based on a literal interpretation of the ‘precautionary principle’ that was ‘out-of-step’ with past interpretations, and that there were strong grounds for an appeal. “The precedent is the Weilangta Forest case in Tasmania in 2007-08, where a similar initial ruling was overturned on appeal,” he said. Mr Poynter said this was based largely on a concern that a literal interpretation of the ‘precautionary principle’ could make other resource uses such as mining or farming unworkable.
THE deadline is approaching to claim disaster assistance for the 2019-20 bushfires. People in declared local government areas may be eligible for the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment or the Disaster Recovery Allowance. Services Australia general manager Hank Jongen encouraged people to get their claims in as soon as possible. “With much of the country affected by bushfires at the end of last year, the deadline to claim assistance varies, and the claim dates for events are starting to close,” Mr Jongen said. “If you were significantly affected by one of the bushfires, you may be eligible for assistance. “Check if you live in a declared local government area, then call us on 180 22 66 to make a claim.” Along with financial assistance for people and communities affected by the bushfires, free counselling and additional mental health support is available for individuals, families and emergency services workers affected by the bushfires.
“It’s important for people in affected communities to know they can access these services if they need it,” Mr Jongen said. “You can access a range of services by speaking to one of our social workers.” The federal government’s Disaster Recovery Payment is for people significantly affected by a declared disaster and is a one-off payment of $1000 per adult and $400 for each child under 16. Those eligible for the Disaster Recovery Payment and who have a child in their care will also be given an additional payment for children. This is an additional $400. People don’t need to claim it separately, and it will be paid into bank accounts automatically. The Disaster Recovery Allowance is a shortterm, non-taxable payment for people who lost income as a direct result of the fire. Those eligible can get it for up to 13 weeks. To make a claim or to speak with a social worker, phone 180 22 66 Mondays to Fridays, 8am to 5pm, or visit servicesaustralia.gov.au/ disaster for more information.
Crew kept busy targeting weeds in reserves PARKS Victoria, in partnership with the Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee, has fast-tracked conservation works in the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park and Sale Common Nature Conservation Reserve, through the Victorian Government Drought Employment Program. The specially-hired drought relief crew has been undertaking extensive weed control works in the Sale Common targeting Blackberry, Box Thorn, Mirror Bush and Pittosporum, in an effort to protect this wetland which feeds into the broader Gippsland Lakes system. The crew has also helped with fence repair works which will help reduce soil disturbance and protect native vegetation, which in turn will improve water quality for the important fringing wetlands. The drought relief crew has supported rangers in other weed control programs including the removal of pine wildlings in the Stradbroke Flora and Fauna Reserve and Holey Plains State Park. At the Avon Perry River delta, crews removed boneseed, which can virtually eliminate native understory species and reduce the regeneration abilities of native trees and shrubs. Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee chairman Peter Jennings OAM said the fringing wetlands of the Gippsland Lakes provided much-needed habitat and refuge for native flora and fauna. “We’ve had some excellent results in our fringing wetlands program, and to have the drought relief crew helping fast track these important works is fantastic,” he said. The Gippsland Lakes Coordinating Committee program is funded by the state government to protect and enhance natural values in the Gippsland Lakes system. The recovery works undertaken have been
Blackberries were among the species targeted by crews working in local reserves and state parks. adjusted to adhere to COVID-19 restrictions, ensuing physical distancing and hygiene standards are maintained. Parks Victoria Area chief ranger Bridget Grant said the hard-working teams achieved a significant amount of work, while developing their own conservation knowledge and skills in the process.
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Stay home if you have symptoms NEARLY nine in 10 of Victoria’s COVID-19 cases did not isolate when they began to notice flu-like symptoms, and more than half did not isolate between having their test and receiving their results. Last Wednesday, Premier Daniel Andrews said from the 3810 cases diagnosed between July 7 and 21, nearly 3400 cases did not isolate between when they first felt sick and when they went to get a test. “That means people have felt unwell, and they have gone about their business,” the Premier said. “The one and only thing that you can and must do when you feel sick is to go and get tested. “Nothing else is acceptable.” Fifty-three per cent, or 2056 of those 3810 cases, did not isolate between when they had their test taken and when they got the results of their test. “Fifty-three per cent of people continuing to go shopping, continuing to go to work, continuing to do all sorts of things, even though they’ve got symptoms, they feel sick, sick enough to get a test, and then somehow not willing to stay at home and wait on average a couple of days, and sometimes
Members of Aqua Energy can apply for a 15 per cent discount on membership fees while services are limited, and at Gippsland Regional Sports Complex, associations and hockey clubs will receive a 15 per cent discount for at least the remainder of 2020, and potentially into the first half of 2021.
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FEES and charges at Aqua Energy and the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex in Sale will be temporarily reduced because of restrictions relating to the coronavirus pandemic. Acknowledging the affects the restrictions have had on services, and to encourage participation in physical activities, Wellington Shire Council has approved temporary fee relief. Members of Aqua Energy can apply for a 15 per cent discount on membership fees while services are limited. Fees will remain as they were last financial year for non-members to use facilities while full services aren’t offered. At the GRSC, associations and hockey clubs will receive a 15 per cent discount for at least the remainder of 2020, and potentially into the first half of 2021. Aqua Energy and GRSC were facilities closed in line with state government directions from late
March to late June, and remain restricted in their allowed usage because of the ongoing pandemic. Councillor Ian Bye said council had to help local sporting organisations where it could. “It’s been hard for them,” he said. “They haven’t been able to run their sausage sizzles, their raffles and collect the member fees for a full season, and even get advertising to help their clubs running into the future. “This is a contribution that we’re offering to our patronage and our clubs to help them continue operating.” Temporary fee relief to Aqua Energy members and casual users will cost council $48,000 to $58,000. Partially offsetting this will be the saving of casual salaries through changes to operating hours. Applying the 15 per cent discount at GRSC for all of the 2020-21 financial year will cost council about $13,000, but will cost it $7000 if the discount is only applied to associations for the remainder of the year and to hockey clubs for this season.
Support for accommodation providers ACCOMMODATION providers across regional Victoria are being urged to access Victorian government funding to cover the cost of lost refunds during the coronavirus pandemic. Applications for the $40 million tourism support fund under the Government’s Business Support Fund are now open on the Business Victoria website. Eligible accommodation operators can claim up to $225 per night for up to five nights for each and every room cancelled as a result of the return of stage three restrictions in Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, provided they refund the booking in full. The program applies to regional accommodation providers receiving cancellations of bookings for the six weeks from the introduction of stage three restrictions.
The funding is available to accommodation providers in the 11 regional tourism board areas — involving 48 rural and regional councils — plus some interface councils in the Yarra Ranges and Mornington Peninsula tourism regions. Eastern Victoria MLC Harriet Shing said regional accommodation providers were doing it tough at a time when tourists would normally be making bookings. “This is a critical opportunity for regional accommodation providers to recoup some of their losses — this fund is open now and we’re encouraging those affected to get in early.” The fund is capped at $40 million, and applications close at the end of stage three restrictions. To apply, visit www.business.vic.gov.au/ support-for-your-business/grants-and-assistance/
sooner, to get the results of that test.” The Premier warned unless people took themselves for testing as soon as they noticed symptoms, and isolated until they received their results, the numbers would not come down, and the six-week shutdown would be extended. “They are very stark figures, and they point to some areas where there needs to be a dramatic improvement in people’s behaviour and the choices they’re making.” The state government is now providing a oneoff $300 payment to support Victorian workers, including parents and guardians, who are required to self-isolate while they wait for the results of their coronavirus test. A one-off $1500 payment will also support Victorian workers who have been instructed by the Department of Health and Human Services to self-isolate or quarantine at home because they are either diagnosed with COVID-19 or are a close contact of a confirmed case. For more information visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/ covid-19-worker-support-payment
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Local family’s bid to cure young son’s rare disease
Books, DVDs, CDs needed THE St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral Giant Book Fair has been postponed to late September, and organisers still need donated books. Organisers are accepting all types of books, DVDs and CDs. These can be dropped off at any time, preferably ato the back of the cathedral hall in Sale, or phone Christine on 0438 595 056 for more details or pick-ups.
A SALE family is fundraising to support groundbreaking research that could save the lives of children born with rare genetic diseases, including that of their son, Jerry. Dave and Bess Ong are raising money to support research and a clinical trial by Dr Leszek Lisowski from the Children’s Medical Research Institute. The Ong’s three-year-old son, Jerry, was born with an extremely rare condition known as SPG50 — associated hereditary spastic paraplegia — a mutation of the AP4M1 gene. The progressive condition means Jerry will soon lose his hard-won ability to crawl and to walk as spasticity takes over his limbs. He may never speak, and his brain will continue to deteriorate. Ms Ong said she hoped the gene therapy would reverse the progression, and they were fundraising for a clinical trial that might help save their son’s life. “Dr Lisowski’s research focuses on gene-therapy technology, which could cure this insidious disease by halting the disease process and preventing the faulty gene from further damaging Jerry’s brain and body,” she said. “The research has turned up exciting results, and clinical trials are possible. “But they’re expensive and health dollars are stretched, no more so than during an international pandemic. “We have joined the effort to raise money to support this research — every dollar counts.” Dr Lisowski is the unit head of the Translational Vectorology Research Unit and manager of the Vector and Genome Engineering Facility at the Children’s Medical Research Institute in Sydney. It is the only lab of its kind in Australia, and one of few in the world. His work is highly technical, but his personal approach is led by the heart. “What I’m trying to do is build individualised treatments for patients, for those children who have ultra-rare conditions — this is where my heart lies,” he said. Dr Lisowski creates microscopic delivery vehicles, called vectors, which are key tools required for the successful applications of gene therapies.
Gardening days in Sale
THE Friends of Sale Botanic Gardens has resumed its regular gardening days, with restrictions. The group will be working in the herb garden in the next couple of months. Gardening days are held on the second Thursday of each month from 10am. The last winter gardening day of the year will be held on August 13. Anyone interested is invited to join. The Friends also provide free guided tours of the gardens from 10am. Phone Tracey 5142 3237 to make a booking or Heather 0413 919 537 for more information. Current COVID-19 restrictions apply.
Online choir open to all
GIPPSLANDERS have been invited to join Federation University students and staff in a new choir that aims to bring the community together. The university and AGL Loy Yang have partnered to establish the Word of Mouth Chorus in Gippsland. Chorus coordinator, Federation University Associate Professor Rick Chew, said he believed a community that sang together, stayed together. “You don’t have to read music or necessarily think of yourself as a singer — the choir is open to everyone,” he said. Weekly rehearsals will be held online via Zoom, with physical rehearsals to be introduced when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. The choir will perform at community events throughout the year when restrictions are eased, but an online element will remain to ensure the choir is accessible to others interested in participating. Musical director Dave Barclay will lead the choir, which will sing arrangements of existing songs and new material. People can participate via Facebook (www. facebook.com/events/3069740786435792) or Zoom (federation-edu-au.zoom.us/j/95305667322).
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The vectors deliver gene therapeutics into patient’s cells affected by the disease. The therapy adds a working copy or replaces the faulty copy of a gene with a functional version. Genome therapy aims to cure, not just treat, genetic disorders by correcting the mutations. In the past, his work has been used for genetic diseases that affect the hematopoietic system or the liver, but now he is hoping to begin a new project working to help young patients, such as Jerry. “We will use a viral vector to deliver a functional copy of the SPG50 gene to the patient’s brain,’’ Dr Lisowski explained. “We will make pre-clinical models, using organoids, and we are very fortunate because CMRI has the best organoid facility in Australia.’’ Organoids are mini organs grown in labs to test out therapies. The team at CMRI will use brain cells to test their therapy before trials can begin. “While the knowledge and diagnostic power around genetic disease has grown exponentially, the progress in disease prevention and treatment
has been slower,” Dr Lisowski said. “Gene therapy has the power to fill the gap that has formed and to bring real benefits to patients.” Gene therapies are relatively new additions to the health care toolbox, but Dr Lisowski said they were already saving lives by curing previously incurable conditions. “Infants who would otherwise have succumbed to devastating neurological disorders are now developing normally with the very real prospect of living full and healthy lives,” he said. “This is an exciting and a very rewarding time to be a researcher in the area of gene therapy. “We are hoping to be able to deliver this treatment to children within two years of starting the trials. It could even be faster.’’ Those who would like to support the work of Dr Lisowski can donate to a Jeans for Genes fundraising page set up by Jerry’s family to directly fund the work being done in Dr Lisowski’s lab. Visit www.myjeansforgenes.org.au/jeans-for-jerry for more information.
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YARRAM and District Health Service has a new board. Previous YDHS board chair Frankie MacLennan finished her term on the board at the end of June, after 12 years of service. She has been replaced by acting board chair, Yarram solicitor Trevor Yong, the principal of Trevor Yong and Associates, until elections for a new board chair which will take place in August. Three new board directors have been announced, beginning their roles this month. The new directors are Ian Jaggard-Hawkins, Clara Mandaletti and Lauren Daly. In her departure comments in the board’s monthly bulletin, Ms MacLennan said during her 12 years on the board there had been many changes. “... and we are now on the cusp of opening a new and modern Integrated Health Care Centre, which will be a major service and asset for the district’s community,” she said. “We have welcomed our new chief executive officer Bernadette Wardle who has brought fresh ideas into the service. “The board has built professional skills and we now have a leadership group for the future. “Strong community support for the service will ensure its success. “My thanks to retiring board member Dr Rosemary Irving for her nine years of service and her leadership role on the quality committee. “I also acknowledge the contribution of Mr John Hirt for his leadership role as a community member of our audit and risk committee. “Thanks for the support shown to me by
the board, management and members of the community. “I now hand over to the deputy chair, Mr Trevor Yong who will be acting chair until elections are held in August.” Ms MacLennan also said the board was keen to encourage bequests and donations from the community as a way of supporting this core service in Yarram. The reappointed board members are: Shaun Braybrook, a proud Aboriginal man who for the past 10 years has been general manager of the Wulgunggo Ngalu Learning Place; Dr Jenny Davis, who was appointed a board director in 2019 and is currently working as senior lecturer and researcher at La Trobe University, Melbourne; Angela Jacob, who was appointed as general manager of medical services for Latrobe Regional Hospital in 2015 and also holds a board director position at Yallambee Traralgon, Village for the Aged; Len Neist, an executive leader and senior systems engineer who in 2015 was appointed shadow operator for the Melbourne Metro Tunnels and Stations project following which he was appointed chief engineer for Public Transport Victoria; Board director Peter O’Reilly, who currently manages $5 billion worth of investments of the ANZ Staff Super Fund and with his wife live between Buln Buln East and Collingwood; and Dr Amanda Ormerod, who is a specialist haematologist, in public practice since 2015. Dr Ormerod has a passion for rural medicine and works for Dorevitch Pathology in Gippsland.
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From John Gwyther, Coongulla: IN accusing the ABC of left-wing bias, James O’Donnell (Gippsland Times, 21/7) falls into the common trap of assuming his views are the same as “the public view” (whatever that is). As a self-confessed fan of Sky News, I doubt very much that his views are broadly representative of the public across Australia. Of course, anyone holding right-wing views is going to view anyone more progressive as left-winged (insert own adjectives or epithets, such as latte-sipping, chardonnay-swilling, inner-suburban, greenie, etc), just as those on the left would view the more conservative as right-winged (insert fascist, Tory, redneck, etc as desired). Since multiple inquiries into ABC bias, initiated by conservative MPs, have found little to support the claims, it comes down to the position of the viewer. With the ABC being “significantly more trusted than the commercial media, and the ABC remains the most trusted news source in Australia” (source The Australia Institute), we can see where most people’s views on the ABC lie. With the government continuing to cut the ABC’s funding in real dollar and per capita terms, it is clear to see the right does not like the people having such trusted a supplier of information and opinions. The fight to keep and strengthen the ABC continues.
Praise for staff at Sale Centrelink office From Bill McIlfatrick, Heyfield: MY dear wife passed away suddenly recently, and one of the many tasks that needed to be undertaken was a visit to the Sale Centrelink office to amend our pension details. It was with some trepidation that I lined up outside waiting to be COVID-screened before entering the building, having previously had some less than ideal interactions with other government departments. My experience got decidedly better once entering the building, first with a warm greeting from the friendly concierge-security guy, who went through the usual COVID protocols before directing me to the helpful ‘check-in chick’ (not PC, bad luck) who took some details and expressed her condolences before going through the mandatory COVID questions (they must get sick of that) then directing me to take a seat and wait for a consultant to process my information. I waited only a relatively short time before being greeted by Fiona, who again offered her condolences and took me through the process of changing my details. It was a very reassuring and surprisingly pleasant experience dealing with the Sale Centrelink office, especially under such trying circumstances, and I just wanted to put out my sincere thanks to their staff, who probably don’t always get a good rap.
The figures paint a bleak picture From Michael J Gamble, Belmont: MORE than 1.6 million Australians are now drawing unemployment benefits — the JobStart payment or Newstart allowance. Another 3.5 million people are clinging to their jobs, short term, via the taxpayer-funded JobKeeper payment but are not considered unemployed.
Add the two together and you can see that underlying employment is well over 30 per cent — comparable to the Great Depression of the 1930s. Let’s not gild the lily. COVID-19 has brought this country to its economic knees, and our lives are probably changed forever.
confirmed now for the modernisation of the Macalister Irrigation District, a feasibility study planned for expanding irrigation in the region and many other grants and support for local community facilities. Central Gippsland is a great place to live, work and raise a family, and I thank the people of the region for their help in making it even better.
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From Darren Chester, Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel: YESTERDAY we commemorated the more than 17,000 Australians who fought in defence of South Korea during the first open conflict of the Cold War — the Korean War. The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, and despite still recovering from the impact of World War 2, Australia was the second of 21 nations to commit troops, ships, aircraft and medical units in defence of South Korea. For three years, one month and two days, personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army and the Royal Australian Air Force served as part of the United Nations multinational force fighting with distinction in an unrelenting war of attrition. More than 150 Australian nursing sisters served both in Korea and Japan, where they treated the wounded and sick. Some 1500 casualties were suffered during the war and post-Armistice period, which tragically included the deaths of more than 350 Australians. An agreement for an Armistice was reached on July 19, 1953, between the UN and communist forces, and the date for the signing was set for July 27, 1953. Australian forces remained in Korea until 1957 as part of a multi-nation peacekeeping force. The Korean War is sometimes referred to as the ‘forgotten war’, as it occurred between the large scale Second World War and the first war to be broadcast on television, the Vietnam War. Each year on July 27, we remember all who served, and all who lost their lives, and it is my hope that these men and women, and their families, know that they are not forgotten. To all of Australia’s Korean War veterans, we thank you for your service. Lest we forget.
Thanks for local support on highway duplication From Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien: I WRITE to thank and congratulate the community of Sale and Wellington Shire for your support in our successful campaign to finally achieve funding for the duplication of the Princes Highway to Sale. This has been a long campaign, with the project starting more than 10 years ago, and we’ve put up with five years of the Andrews Labor government failing to fund its share. I want to thank everyone who has signed the petition that I tabled in parliament, wrote to the state government or otherwise put their shoulder behind the wheel to make this campaign happen. Credit also to my federal colleague, Darren Chester, for not only providing funding in the federal budget two years ago, but extending that despite the state government’s delays that led to an increase in costs. This success shows that when we work together, we will achieve results for Gippsland no matter who is in government in Spring St or Canberra. We’ve had some great outcomes recently in this area, with federal and state government funding
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From Jarrod McMaugh, president, Chronic Pain Australia: CHRONIC pain affects more than 3.2 million Australians, and is arguably one of the world’s fastest growing conditions. It can significantly affect quality of life and mental wellbeing, often leading to isolation and feelings of hopelessness. This week is National Pain Week, and Chronic Pain Australia, the peak national grass-roots voice of Australians living with chronic pain, is launching two important new resources to help educate and reduce stigma in the community — a video series called Faces of Pain, which tells the stories of everyday Australians living with chronic pain, as well as a new booklet called Understanding Chronic Pain to explain what pain is and how best to manage it. These can be found at www.nationalpainweek.org.
From Desmond Bellamy, special projects coordinator, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Australia: PARTS of the state are again in stage-three lockdown, state borders are closed, and COVID19 news has again been accompanied by pictures of slaughterhouses. Workers tested positive at JBS abattoir in Brooklyn and Pacific Meats abattoir in Thomastown, while hundreds of others had to undergo testing. This follows the closure in April of Cedar Meats, which was the centre of a cluster of more than 100 cases of COVID-19. Slaughterhouses are toxic for the humans who work there and the animals who suffer and die there. But they are ideal for viruses, since people work in close proximity and social distancing is not possible. In Australia, the injury and illness rate for workers in the meat industry is four times the national average, since staff are often forced to work at reckless speeds to maximise production. Australian abattoirs and factory farms are every bit as filthy as the wet market in China where the coronavirus is believed to have originated. A colossal 75 per cent of recently-emerging infectious diseases affecting humans are transmitted from other animals. Going vegan is the best way to protect workers, prevent future pandemics, and spare animals from needless suffering.
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A call to listen to the perspectives of others From Amber May, Sale: AS the world gets smaller and issues become bigger, it’s tempting to hunker down in our own beliefs -— shut out threats to our world view. But I offer a challenge: bridge the gap between your side and “theirs”. It’s not us and them; humans are so connected that we are always “us”. Seek to listen to a perspective that challenges our own — especially on issues we feel righteous about. We shouldn’t aim to be the one who is “right”, but aim to understand. We like belonging with people of a common mindset. It’s the easiest option, and we choose social media, radios, newspaper and friends we agree with. But that discomfort zone of listening, is the crucial bridge that connects two “sides” to
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Singers, songwriters and storytellers will perform online this Friday
THE Singer Songwriters-Storytellers Stratford will hold its first event for this year this Friday, with a few changes. The event will be livestreamed on the group’s Facebook page from 7pm. The line-up includes Daniel Kehoe and Si, Luke Anthony and the Companion Souls,Anita Hensen, Mafeking Hillbillies, Deep Waters,The Swamp Crawlers, Denis Crane, Echs Incognito, Jo Walsh and John Caldow and The Buttons. The night will continue to provide local performers the opportunity to perform original music and to connect with other musicians in the area. Organisers said they would love to have as many people from the community (regulars and those who have never attended before) to join the live Facebook event and support local music. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, there can only be 20 people inside the Stratford
Courthouse Theatre, meaning the available space will be taken up by those performing on the night. For more information, visit the Singer Songwriters-Storytellers Stratford Facebook page.
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Motoring enthusiasts are invited to call in and visit the Gippsland Vehicle Collection to see its current exhibitions.
GVC’s plans for later in the year AS 2020 is the year of adapting to COVID-19, Maffra’s Gippsland Vehicle Collection and Model World Maffra have been taking all required actions to protect the health of their volunteers and patrons. Following its closure from March 22 to June 12, the vehicle museum’s executive committee decided to keep the March-July quarter’s exhibition Marvels of Maffra running until Sunday, November 8, when the next exhibition day racers (competition cars) will open. GVC and Model World Maffra vice president Peter Quennell said this would avoid the complexity of managing a large event under the current COVID-19 restrictions, and provided the flexibility to make any additional required changes well ahead of time. Given the ongoing uncertainty, the committee is also planning an off site get-together on Sunday, October 11, which can be held at the safe social distance of three car lengths. The bushfire rally will enable members to go for a drive together and support the communities of Bruthen, Buchan and Orbost, which had their summer season severely affected by fires, and are now facing the ramifications of the pandemic. Details will be provided closer to the date, but keen participants can begin polishing their vehicles now. While waiting for these events, motoring enthusiasts are invited to pop in and visit the GVC to see its current exhibitions. Marvels of Maffra is a showcase of vehicles, with broad appeal to a diversity of passions. The size of the building and only 20 visitors in the museum at a time makes social distancing easy. In addition, the front entry and retail sections have been redesigned to facilitate social distancing,
and hand sanitiser stations have been established at various points. “It’s worth a visit to see vehicles, including a Ford A Model Phaeton, a range of GTs, an impressive 1964 De Tomaso Pantera, a Ford Zephyr Mk 3, a 1945 Jaguar, a 1910 Brush Runabout, a 1947 Cadillac and a very rustic Ford Model A Ute,” Mr Quennell said. “The Marvels of Maffra exhibition is a nod to the collection of excellent vehicles in this district, which was the inspiration to start the Gippsland Vehicle Collection in the first place. “We felt like there needed to be a place where people could get their vehicles out of their sheds for a while and share them with others. “So many of them are rare or otherwise interesting, and have great stories behind them.” Model World Maffra is a permanent exhibition, which features Australia’s largest public collection of scale model vehicles, mainly Biante, Classic Carlectables, Apex and Trax. It mostly features Australian vehicles, with Holden, Ford and Valiant, and the largest collection of model V8 super cars. There are also fire engines, racing cars, trucks, buses, construction vehicles, motorbikes, rally cars, sports cars, vans, vintage and veteran vehicles, and even a collection of Elvis memorabilia and other rare novelty pieces.
The Gippsland Vehicle Collection and Model World Maffra is at 1A Sale Rd, Maffra, and is open 10am to 4pm Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays, plus every day of school holidays. For more information, visit www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au or find it at www.facebook.com/ gippslandvehiclecollection
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Growing up as a foster child fuels a passion to help out vulnerable kids in out-of-home care Liz Bell
AFTER a childhood growing up in foster care and fighting against a system that she describes as broken, Gippsland’s Heather Baird is still in full battle mode. A baby of the 1950s who wound up in out-ofhome care at the age of two and a half, and has experienced more than she cares to detail, the now 65-year-old has more energy and passion fuelling her efforts to improve the lives of foster children and untie the knots of the system, than many half her age. Heather is the founder of A Better Life for Foster Kids, a grass-roots volunteer organisation that provides ‘crisis cases’ for children going into care, and advocacy and support for foster families. After six years of operating from its Sale base, the organisation has morphed into a much bigger and more powerful defender of children’s rights and the welfare system as a whole, and is about to undergo an exciting expansion which will result in the number of depots that distribute crisis cases grow from three to 15 around the state. Heather says that will effectively enable the team to provide crisis cases to every single child living in out-of-home care in Victoria. In addition, under a separate banner of Foster Kids and Carers United Ltd — a soon-to-be launched public company — Heather and a newlyformed board are getting ready to invite law firms to provide pro-bono legal work and advice to the carers who advocate for children through the department and the legal system. Heather says she feels proud to be able to stand up for children and carers, and to be able to challenge some of the unshakeable beliefs that lie behind questionable department and agency decisions. “The welfare system is not what people think; there is no awareness out there of what happens, and we need to change that so there is permanency for kids, and enough support for carers,” she said. Because of her experience in the foster system and her advocacy work, she has earned a level of respect as someone who shoots straight from the hip, but has the best interests of the children and the foster community at heart. And because of her ‘tell it like it is’ approach, she gets things done and has managed to build relationships with federal politicians and top department officials. “I can open doors for ministers to get involved in welfare cases, and have done so — I have a good relationship with [Gippsland MHR] Darren Chester, [Eastern Victoria MLC] Melina Bath and [Gippsland South MLA] Danny O’Brien for example, and they have been a great help,” she said. Those connections help to ensure children get the care they need, and carers are supported to provide care when a parent is unable to. Heather has sent letters to every single parliamentarian in Victoria calling for permanency for children in out-of-home care, and also calling for a mandatory two-year mentoring system for new case workers, to ensure that people coming into the system have experience and first-hand understanding. “You get 19 and 20-year-old kids coming into the system with very little life skills making lifechanging decisions about children, and that’s not ideal,” she said.
A Better Life for Foster Kids founder Heather Baird continues to fight for a better system to oversee children in out-of-home care, while also providing practical support for foster children and their carers. “We need change in the system; it is no longer a welfare system, but an industry.” Mentoring and advocacy are non-negotiable elements of a healthy out-of-home care system, Heather says. “The carers have enough to do keeping these kids at home and at school, and dealing with traumatised behaviours; all these kiddies come from trauma backgrounds, that is why we shouldn’t be putting extra burdens on these kids or the carers, including personally or financially,” she said. Heather is in a private carers’ support group of about 600 foster families, and says she believes her lived experiences are what brings carers to her when they are trying to navigate the welfare system or when they need practical help. As the link between the child, child protection and agencies, carers are an essential part of the child’s experience with the world, but Heather says they don’t always get the acknowledgement they deserve, and are kept out of many decision-making processes. She says without support, many carers would have left the system and there would be an even greater need for foster home than already is. According to Berry Street, one of the state’s biggest foster care providers, at least 400 more
carers are needed to fill the demand currently overwhelming the system, largely because carers themselves are overwhelmed. While demand skyrockets, the number of foster carers across the state has dropped by 35 per cent since the beginning of the year. The Foster Care Association of Victoria data shows that carer recruitment and retention is in alarming decline. In 2017-2018, there were 998 foster carers in Victoria. During this time, 606 foster carers withdrew from foster care programs, while only 375 foster carers began. “There are no office hours to this service we offer,” Heather said. “I get calls at all hours from carers devastated by the system. “Many of them have been ready to walk, but with advocacy and support, they stay,” she said. Having worked in the Department of Health and Human Services while on student placement for a Diploma of Childhood Services, Heather has some understanding of the inner workings of the department. And while she feels some department policies are misguided, she has great admiration for department
staff, most of whom she says are working against a system that fights them. “From as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be in this role, to stand up for the kids and the carers in the system,” she said. “I’ve never been one to leave something alone if it’s not right.” Since launching A Better Life for Foster Kids in 2014, Heather and her small but dedicated group of volunteers and supporters has supplied about 1500 crisis care cases to children around the state entering foster care, providing each with everyday essentials. It might sound like a simple gesture, but Heather says for the children and their new foster families, the cases provide dignity in a time of trauma, along with the reassurance and comfort that comes with knowing there are people who care. “Some of these kids have nothing; they may have never seen a toothbrush, they may have never worn clean clothes,” she said. The contents of the crisis cases have not changed since Heather’s long-held idea came to fruition in 2014, with each one including age-appropriate toiletries, three sets of clothes, including one ‘good’ set for special occasions, a book or a toy, and a handmade teddy and handmade blanket. The cases give foster children something that belongs only to them, and gives carers time to give the child the one-on-one attention they need in their first week of care. “From the feedback we get, we know that the crisis cases mean a lot to the kids and to the foster family — just making life a little easier at a difficult time.” Heather says she could not do what she does for children in care without the generous support of her volunteers, businesses and the local community, who have all “embraced us” to ensure the wheels keep turning. The organisation, which does not received government funding, relies on private donations and philanthropic grants, and always welcomes new donations, particularly in this difficult COVID-19 environment of budget restraints. Heather says that as a result of the economic fallout of coronavirus, monthly contributions to A Better Life for Foster Kids’ have dropped significantly. Volunteer numbers are also down, as people stay home amid health fears and social distancing requirements. “We have to protect our older volunteers, and we ask that they no longer come in at the moment, so I am so grateful to my regular three or four who do come in to sort out the crisis cases and keep things going,” she said. “Without them we wouldn’t be able to do this.” To make matters worse, the delivery of crisis cases to depots in regional areas of Victoria has been put on hold because of travel restrictions until a deal can be struck with a local transport company that can help out. Asked why she keeps going, despite ill-health herself and the difficulties of the current environment, Heather doesn’t hesitate. “If I can keep one kid in a permanent, safe and nurturing home, I’ll be happy — it’s as simple as that,” she said. “I don’t want children growing up the way I did.” For more about A Better Life For Foster Kids, visit abetterlifeforfosterkids.org.au
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Readying for spring Walter Frank Mynard (1899 — 1983).
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at Cobains. Frank bought an irrigation farm where he milked a few cows and became self-sufficient growing vegetables and hunting rabbits for meat — they survived. When World War 2 broke out, he enlisted in the Volunteer Defence Corps. Towards the end of the war, Frank became a contractor. He introduced the first hay press in the district. As time went on, he bought a truck and started a carry business. This developed into mainly stock transport with up to three trucks and he bought the first semitrailer in the district. In 1947, Frank became an Avon Shire councillor. He remained on council until 1969, when he retired, aged 70. He served a record seven terms as shire president. He was a foundation member of Gippsland Water Utilisation Committee, a member of the Greater Gippsland Development League, a member of East Gippsland Regional Committee and he also represented East Gippsland Ambulance for 30 years. Frank died, at age 84, in September 1983. He had one unfulfilled dream — the hope for a dam on the Avon River for urban water for Sale, Maffra, Heyfield and Stratford. Stratford Cemetery’s community day to honour World War 2 men and women has been postponed until Sunday, October 11. Family members of the wives of servicemen who were so looking forward to the day are determined to make it to the delayed event. Now, with a little over three months until the big day, organisers have the chance to include more stories from the World War 2 men and women.
Sale Rotary Club members continue to support the Seed Lakeside Community Garden, attending a recent working bee to fill beds with soil ahead of the official opening on Saturday, October 10 (subject to COVID-19 restrictions). Pictured from left are Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, Sale Rotary Club president Philip Davis and members Andrew Bradley and Ted Pickering. Photo: Contributed EXCITING things are happening at Seed Community Garden, on the fringes of lakes Guthridge and Guyatt in Sale. While still not quite ready to open to the public, a hardworking team of volunteers have been busy building raised garden beds, installing a pizza oven and erecting a greenhouse, and undertaking some behind-the-scenes planning. Another recent call to arms via
social media resulted in a small but determined group turning up to help fill garden beds with 2000 wheelbarrow loads of scoria. The aim of the garden is to give individuals and community groups the opportunity to take part in activities that encourage friendship, teach new skills and allow participants to enjoy the benefits of being outdoors growing delicious, healthy vegetables. The garden is expected to open
YOUNG people aged between 12 and 25 in Wellington Shire can now access specialised mental health support services online or by telephone, through a new Headspace in Sale. The satellite branch, attached to parent centre Headspace Bairnsdale, began delivering services on July 15. The service provides young people with free or low-cost support with any challenges, questions or concerns they have about their mental health, alcohol and other drug issues, physical and sexual health, and relationships. The online and telephone services represent the first stage of service delivery for Headspace Sale, with the satellite to open its doors and provide face-to-face services from its premises in Raymond St, Sale, in the near future. Headspace Sale manager Amanda Exley said the service knew many young people were doing it tough right now, particularly because of COVID-19, so it was pleased to now be able to offer online and telephone support services.
Headspace is now operating in Sale, providing mental health support for young people aged from 12 to 25. “We invite people to contact us to make an appointment or to find out how we can support them, and we look forward to being able to welcome visitors into our satellite as soon as we’re able,” she said. As the lead agency for headspace Sale, Relationships Australia Victoria has partnered with 11 local service
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providers comprising the headspace Bairnsdale Consortium, and is supported by contract manager Gippsland Primary Health Network. Gippsland PHN chief executive Amanda Proposch said the coronavirus pandemic had created an anxious and uncertain time for everyone, especially young people. “Support is vital and we are pleased that Headspace Sale is now available for our young people in Wellington to access online and by telephone,” Ms Proposch said. Headspace Sale operates Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 6pm, with services currently available via telephone and online, and in-person services are expected to begin next month. Young people and their families and friends can get in touch with Headspace Sale for information and support by phoning 0458 558 225, emailing info@ headspacesale.org.au or visiting head space.org.au/Sale
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WALTER Frank Mynard was born in Northamptonshire, England in 1899. He migrated to Melbourne, with his parents and siblings, and then the family settled at Catani in west Gippsland in 1912 to farm. Frank enlisted in February 1917 in the Field Artillery Brigade,Australian Imperial Force with the rank of Gunner. service number 369089. Frank’s older brother, Charles, was killed at Gallipoli at the landing. His body was never found, but his name is on the memorial at Lone Pine Hill. Frank was injured in France and also was very ill and taken to hospital in London where he spent many months recovering in early 1919. He visited Jersey in The Channel Islands before making the long trip back to Australia. During this visit, he met Alice Blampied. In late 1919, Frank returned to Garfield to the family farm. In 1921,Frank returned to Jersey and married Alice at St Martin’s Church in Jersey on September 22, 1921. Their eldest son Gordon was born on October 1922.Their next son, Norman was born in February 1926. It was while living in Jersey that he was awarded the highest British civilian bravery award after he risked his life to rescue two shipwrecked sailors. Police had refused to attempt a rescue because the sea was too dangerous, but Frank tried — and succeeded. They were farming and life was tough, so they decided to return to Australia. They left Jersey in December 1927 and arrived in Australia in 1928 via the Panama Canal, which had only recently been opened. They arrived back in Australia at the beginning of the Depression. Their third son, Donald was born in 1930 at Bunyip.The remoteness of the farm at Allenby where they had settled, along with the battle with rabbits, was enough for them to leave and re-settle
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AN AFFORDABLE BEACH HOME CLOSE TO BOWLS AND GOLF CLUBS This is the great escape property for those who love the beach and play bowls and golf as all three attractions are within walking distance from your home. Situated at the end of a quiet court with a sealed road to your door this attractive and affordable three bedroom home is perfect for weekend escapes and even permanent living. A well built home offering two living areas, a functional kitchen and three good sized bedrooms all with built in robes of which two have access onto a rear timber deck. The home features solid timber floorboards, ceiling fans, gas appliances and a lovely front veranda. There is also good shedding including a 6m x 6m double lock up garage that has access to the rear reserve a high dbl length carport for the caravan or boat plus a 3m x 3m garden shed. You can literally walk out your back door through the reserve and start playing bowls and the golf course is only a short walk away. We think this property represents excellent buying in this price range.
93 Sunburst Avenue Golden Beach $235,000 - $255,000 Open House Saturday 1st August from 10.00 – 10.30am details and images app or website Fullon details and images on app or website VACANTFullLAND
141 Macarthur St Sale 13.3m x 36.6m ( 487 sq m ) includes old cottage .................................................................................................................... SOLD 153 Pearson St Sale Corner block, 553 sqm, 20.16 x 27.41m ................................................................................................................................... $229,000
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4/291 York St Sale 2B/R, Car Space, tenanted, $160p/w ........................................................................................... $95,000 - $104,000 15/291 York St Sale 2B/R, Car Space, tenanted, $150p/w ........................................................................................... $95,000 - $104,000 9/95 Macalister St Sale 1B/R, car space, close to CBD, tenanted $150p/w ...........................................................................Going Going... 1/10 Rolland St Sale 1B/R, renovated, Car Port, tenanted $170p/w........................................................................................................ $115,000 - $125,000 7/39 Marley St Sale 1B/R, top floor, car space, tenanted $160p/w .................................................................................................. SOLD 3/16 Hickeys Rd Wurruk 2B/R. C/Port, tenanted $205p/w ................................................................................................. $155,000 - $170,000 6/4 Neil St Stratford 2 Bedrooms, garage, brand new, over 55s ................................................................................................. $210,000 13/11 Trood St Sale 2B/R, C/Port, renovated kitchen, rear deck, solar panels ................................................................Going Going... 4/17 Prince St Wurruk Modern 2B/R Villa, C/Port, tenanted $250p/w ........................................................................... $220,000 - $240,000 2/21 Topping St Sale 3B/R, Garage, tenanted $260p/w ............................................................................................... $260,000 - $285,000 3/131 Cunninghame St Sale 2B/R villa, close to CBD, C/Port, private, tenanted $255p/w ................................................................... $265,000 - $290,000
146 Dawson St Sale 13 Glomar Grove Sale 24 Dundas St Sale 20 Ellen Way Sale 23 Rosstrevor Ave Briagolong 64 Thomson St Sale 181 Macarthur St Sale
3B/R fibro, C/Port ........................................................................................................................ $180,000 - $198,000 3B/R, Sunroom, C/Port, shedding............................................................................................. $220,000 - $240,000 3B/r, renovators delight, superb location ........................................................................................................ SOLD 3B/r, nicely renovated, close to schools, big shed, C/Port.............................................................. Going Going... 2B/R Home, 1B/R Cottage, Huge Shed ............................................................................................................ SOLD 3B/R, Garage, triple C/Port tenanted $300p/w...................................................................................Going Going... 4B/R, Ensuite, Dbl Garage, 14m x 7m shed. ................................................................................................... SOLD
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227 Inverbroom Rd Stratford 5B/R house (needs work) 1ha ( 2.5 acres ) 27mx 8m shed, garage, C/Port, 5m x 3m garden shed ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................Going Going... 676B Princes Highway Montgomery Established cattery with 4B/R brick home on 2acres ( approx. ) ........................................... $540,000 - $590,000 1990 Tarra Valley Rd Tarra Valley Triple Occupancy, 2 Ha (5 Acres), Air BNB............................................................................... $599,000 - $658,000 33 Boundary Creek Rd Longford Magnificent 4B/R, study, ensuite home with brilliant shedding and horse stables, 2ha ( 5 acres ) ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... $700,000 - $770,000
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426 Shoreline Drive Golden Beach Approx 2400sqm block, across the road from the beach.................................................................Going Going... 440, 444 & 448 Shoreline Drive Golden Beach Approx 2400sqm each block, across the road from the beach................ ...............Going Going... 23 Davies St Seaspray Vacant land 796sqm, Fenced two sides, rural outlook ............................................................................. $105,000 8 Ellen Eve Seaspray 2B/R, rumpus room, 659sq m block .......................................................................................... $190,000 - $209,000 71 Main Rd Seaspray 2B/R, 729sqm block, excellent tenant ....................................................................................... $220,000 - $230,000 93 Sunburst Ave Golden Beach 3B/R, Dbl Garage, C/Port............................................................................................................ $235,000 - $255,000 17 Davies St Seaspray 3B/R, Garage, C/Port, fully furnished ................................................................................................................ $240,000 - $264,000 13 Panorama Drive Seaspray 3B/R, 4143sqm block, ocean glimpse, Garage..................................................................................Going Going... 28-30 Astro Avenue Golden Beach 3B/R, Dbl C/Port, Close to shops and beach, 1199sqm block ............................................... $280,000 - $308,000 3-5 Maffra St The Honeysuckles 3B/R, Garage, 1345sqm block (approx.) .................................................................................. $285,000 - $313,000 3 Catton Street Seaspray Renovated 3B/R home on 1000sqm block close to beach......................................................................... $290,000 - $319,000 10 Buckley St Seaspray 4B/R, dual street frontage, close to surf club .......................................................................... $396,000 - $435,000 1 The Boulevard Loch Sport 3B/R, Dbl C/Port, Lake views, fully furnished........................................................................... $445,000 - $489,000
4/95 Macalister St Sale 18/291 York St Sale 5/16 Princes Hwy Sale 71 Main Rd Seaspray 17 Davies St Seaspray 197 Stawell St Sale 25 Woondella blvd Sale 5 Thornton Crt Sale
1B/R, ground floor, car space, close to CBD............................................................................................... $170p/w 2B/R, Close to CBD, car space ..................................................................................................................... $180p/w 2B/R, C/Port, quiet location.............................................................................................................................Leased 2B/R, C/Port.................................................................................................................................................... $250p/w Fully furnished, 3B/R, Garage, C/Port ............................................................................................................Leased 2B/R, Spacious Villa Unit, Garage, great location....................................................................................... $330p/w 4B/R, ensuite, Dbl Garage ............................................................................................................................. $410p/w 4B/R, ensuite, Dbl Garage ............................................................................................................................. $450p/w
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HIS renovated home on the edge of Sale offers the whole family “a complete living package”, agents say. It features three separate living areas, a recently renovated modern kitchen, generously-sized bedrooms, an outdoor living area, in-ground pool, teenage retreat, man cave, sheds and easy access to Sale’s facilities. The solid brick home, set on a 4000 square metre block, has double drive access to the front door, with a spacious entry opening onto a sitting room or lounge with a wood heater, brick wall feature with timber mantle, reverse cycle air conditioner, dual Holland privacy blinds, loads of natural light and a small study nook. A short hallway leads to the centrepiece of the home — a completely renovated kitchen and dining area, with a large island bench, stone benchtops, a Smeg five burner upright stove and Smeg dishwasher. There are plenty of drawers and cupboards, a walk-in pantry with stone benchtops and still room for a sizeable kitchen bench or dining table. This area looks over the pool, garden and outdoor entertainment area. The private main bedroom is at the front of the home with plenty of space, a brick feature wall, ceiling fan, dual privacy blinds, walk-in robe, a separate powder room, an ensuite with a large shower, stone benchtop vanity and toilet. The other three bedrooms, at the rear of the home and near the main bathroom, are generously-sized, carpeted with built-in
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Property: Four bedroom, fully renovated home with huge shed and solar-heated pool. Address: 106 Somerton Park Rd, Sale. Price: $780,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637. robes and ceiling fans. The main bathroom has a bath, shower and vanity. The third living area is a rumpus room, with a reverse cycle air conditioner and sliding door access to the outdoor entertainment area. There is access from the kitchen to a large, private outdoor undercover entertainment area, with electric heaters, see-through pulldown blinds and a ceiling fan for year-round use. The fibreglass, solar-heated pool is fully-fenced with glass panels and decorative pool fencing. At the front of the property, there is a double brick garage with remote entry doors with an attached teenage retreat or work from home office with a split-system and ceiling fan. There is also an 11 by seven metre Colorbond shed with concrete apron, which features fantastic storage, a portioned off man cave, fireplace, electric heating and a huge bar.
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Property: Two bedroom home in a great spot. Address: 94 Palmerston St, Sale. Price: $235,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.
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GENTS say this well-located weatherboard home is an ideal way to start. The property is within easy walking distance to the hospital, sporting facilities and schools. The home has a sizeable lounge with high ceilings, feature cornice and a ceiling rose, fan and gas heating, a fireplace with feature timber mantle, an evaporative cooling system and underfloor insulation. The kitchen has adequate storage space, a gas upright cooker and heater and plenty of space for a meals table. The bathroom has a vanity, toilet and shower. The property is well-fenced, with a garden shed in the backyard.
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Property: Established fabrication business and its stock and equipment. Address: 9 Malmo St, Maffra Price: $200,000, including stock. Agent: Country Road Real Estate. Phone 5141 1026. and equipment. This is a genuine business sale with further potential to grow the business and agents say opportunities like this don’t come along often.
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HIS established welding and fabrication business is renowned in the local area and further afar as reputable and well regarded, agents say. This high volume business has a large clientele that includes government agencies, local car traders, agricultural sector, building trade and the general public. Services provided include steel sales, spare parts and accessories, custom trays and trailers, general welding and fabrication, on-site welding and machinery repairs, stock crate manufacture and repairs and Airliquide gas supply. The price of the sale includes stock
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“Lovely Rural Setting”
“Character & Charm”
* Many yesteryear features including high ceilings, timber
* 80 acres approx. * 30 megalitres water licence * Small steel framed hayshed * Rustic set of cattleyards * 3 dams * Subdivided into 4 paddocks
flooring, original dado boards, decorative cornices and fretwork
AUCTION FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST, 12:30PM ON SITE
* Fully renovated inside and out * 3 spacious bedrooms * Separate lounge with cozy wood fire * Timber kitchen with large stove, dishwasher and pantry * Double carport and 6m x 12m garage/workshop * Situated on approximately 1300m2 block * A lovely renovation with a very homely feel
FOR SALE $329,000 25 CEDARWOOD DRIVE, MAFFRA
33 FOSTER STREET, MAFFRA
“Quality Home, Prime Location” * Retirees look no further * Quality built brick veneer home * 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms * North facing lounge adjoining dining area * Kitchen with electric hotplates, electric oven & ample cupboard space * Central heating and reverse cycle air-conditioning * Double garage plus separate carport (ideal for caravan) * Well maintained garden on easy to manage block * Easy walk to bakery, doctors surgery and main street
FOR SALE $379,000
30 AVON STREET, BRIAGOLONG
“Family Home in Desired Residential Estate” * Situated in the well established Cedarwood Drive Estate * 3 bedroom plus study brick veneer home * 2 bathrooms * Separate lounge * Spacious kitchen/dining/family room * Gas central heating, wood heater and reverse cycle air conditioning * Double garage with direct access to the home * Outdoor timber deck entertainment area * Secure yard ideal for pets and children * Ideally suited for the investor or growing family
FOR SALE $360,000
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18 Macarthur Street, Sale
$380,000
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A short 300 metre walk to the doors of Gippsland Centre Sale, close to the CBD, Schools and train station Solid brick home features L-shaped lounge/dining room and is adjacent to the compact kitchen area with a walk-in pantry 2 good sized bedrooms, one with built-in robes and a further smaller bedroom or study The bathroom consists of a bath and shower with a separate toilet at the end of the hall; laundry is adjacent to the back verandah area 736m2 allotment with laneway access to the side and rear of the property provides for further development opportunities (STCA) in this prime central location
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Situated in central Sale and in minutes walking distance of the Sale CBD, train station, schools and medical facilities is this 9 year old home in a highly efficient setting The master bedroom has a walk-in robe and direct access to the bathroom with the further 2 bedrooms boasting good sized built-in robes Well-appointed bathroom features a shower, vanity and toilet with a second toilet located adjacent to the bathroom Expansive living room encompasses lounge room, dining area and the well-appointed kitchen complete with a walk-in pantry A small but practical pool and spa and an outdoor entertaining area on the eastern side provide this property with that little extra in comfort, style and living space
55 Cumming Drive, Longford
$215,000
9525m2 allotment 100,000 litre colorbond tank Zoned Rural Living just 10 minutes from Sale
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Situated on the very popular Stevens Street overlooking the stunning Ramsar listed wetlands 3 bedroom home boasting expansive living/dining area adjacent to well-appointed kitchen and separate large formal lounge room The master bedroom includes a walk-in robe and ensuite with the 2 further bedrooms also having built-in robes Central heating throughout and a reverse cycle split system provides for comfortable living all year round 2 car carport fronts double gates leading to a 7.5m x 4.5m lockup garage with automatic roller door The property has a large secure backyard and a neat, tidy, low maintenance garden
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Property: Four bedroom, two bathroom private family home with neat gardens. Address: 13 Pelican Court, Sale. Price: $385,000. Contact: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 63. is fully fenced with remote closing front gates, allowing for privacy.
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Property: Renovated, three bedroom plus study rural home on just more than a hectare. Address: 357 Cobains Rd, Cobains. Price: $785,000. Agent: John Elliman Real Estate. Phone 5143 1199 or 0418 517 032.
GENTS say an idyllic lifestyle on the edge of town awaits the new owners of this impressive property. Set on a private block just more than one hectare, this stylishly renovated residence brims with class and has uninterrupted mountain views. There are three bedrooms and a study, with the master bedroom boasting a walk-in robe and a stunning ensuite with private views. The quality, open plan kitchen features stone benchtops, Smeg appliances and a spacious walk-in pantry. The property’s wonderful living areas include a lounge room, a huge family room and a dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows enhancing the peaceful rural views. There is ducted heating and cooling, coloured concrete flooring, high ceilings, custom light
fittings and quality floor and wall tiles. Other features include downlights, VJ panelled internal feature walls, a powder room, a family bathroom, a supersized laundry and excellent storage. Agents say only the best in fixtures and soft furnishings have been used throughout. One of the property’s highlights is its back deck and adjoining red brick pavement entertainment area, where the new owner will be able to enjoy a serene morning coffee or afternoon wine, agents say. Added bonuses include a large lock-up garage with concrete floor and power, an adjoining workshop, two carport, a machinery or storage shed, plenty of water with two storage tanks and a bore, an enclosed orchard with a variety of fruit trees, a vegetable garden, a chook house, a calf shed and cattle yards.
EOI CLOSING THIS SATURDAY 1/8/2020 AT 11AM Call agent for details Ferg Horan 0417 123 162
104 PEARSON ST, SALE
• Huge 1480m2 allotment • 1 bed, 1 bath self contained unit • Potential for subdivision STCA • Highly sought after • Ducted gas heating, split system central location a/c & gas log fire • EOI EXP 1/8/20 at 11am • 3 bed, 2 bath home
237-239 RAYMOND ST, SALE
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Impressive family home
Property: Stylish four bedroom home with an impressive alfresco. Address: 11 Langholme Court, Sale. Price: $479,000. Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Lisa Wegener on 0401 065 422.
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GENTS say prospective buyers will be impressed from the moment they step inside this property. The home offers style, space and luxury throughout. There is a cosy formal lounge, top class kitchen with granite benches, top of the range appliances and a walk-in pantry, a spacious family room, a master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe, three generously-sized bedrooms with built-in robes and a well-designed main bathroom with corner spa bath. There is also an indoor-outdoor alfresco entertainment area, ideal for year round entertainment. The super-sized double garage has excellent storage and an office ideal for those who are handy or running a home-based small business, agents say. They add prospective buyers will enjoy the property’s outdoor areas, with wellestablished private gardens set behind a secure high fence.
EOI
281 LITTLE MOE RIVER ROAD
VIC, Darnum
240HA*
Victorian property market holds strong through COVID-19
S HIGHLY PRODUCTIVE GIPPSLAND DAIRY FARM + Highly productive 240Ha* Gippsland dairy property with outstanding carrying capacity (550* cows) + Currently producing in excess of 2.6* million litres a year + 168ML* irrigation entitlement (Moe River) & numerous catchment dams + 42-unit rotary dairy, calf sheds & extensive rural shedding + Strategically located within a region of Victoria synonymous with dairy production & within proximity to numerous dairy processing facilities FOR SALE BY EXPRESSION OF INTEREST CLOSING THURSDAY 13 AUGUST 2020 AT 4PM AEST JAMES AUTY +61 407 053 367 ELIZABETH DOYLE +61 400 102 439
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O far, the Victorian property market has displayed true strength in holding firm against all predictions regarding the effects of COVID-19. The latest quarterly median prices released by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria show that the market is still strong. While there has been a small adjustment from the previous quarter, the market is in much better shape than it was in 2019 across all property types. House values in regional Victoria have held steady with the quarterly median house price at $420,000, up by 0.1 per cent over the past quarter and a healthy 3.7 per cent annual growth. Regional units have shown tremendous growth of 13.6 per cent over the past quarter, the median unit price for regional Victoria of $339,000, setting a new quarterly record. House values in Melbourne fell by just 3.5 per cent over the June quarter, following four quarters of continuous growth. With a median price of $864,000, houses in metropolitan Melbourne are still 6.1 per cent more valuable than they were at this time last year. The underlying strength of the Victorian market is evident, as prices have stayed firm despite volume of sales transactions
significantly reduced because of the restrictions imposed by the pandemic. Twenty-nine per cent fewer properties sold in Victoria for the June 2020 quarter, when compared to June 2019 quarter. New records have also been set for houses and units sold by private treaty. Houses sold by this method are up by 7.6 per cent and unit sale prices have grown by 3.4 per cent over the quarter. In a statement, REIV said 2020 had presented challenges in every respect, and these results should provide a great source of confidence for all Victorians. “Many pundits predicted doom and gloom amid crashes for Victorian property prices and that just hasn’t happened,” the statement reads. “Despite COVID-19, our market is stronger than 2019. “Prices haven’t tumbled. Any home up for sale in Victoria is swamped with interest from buyers. The REIV June quarterly results are great reading, these are good prices, our market is resilient, and we can move ahead with confidence. “Prices have held despite transaction volumes being down, and these are historically unprecedented times.” Buyers or sellers looking for objective information on the market or an agencyshould visit reiv.com.au
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Specialised training for ag community health needed NEW research shows Australian farming communities enjoy better health outcomes when university health graduates understand the specific challenges faced by people living and working on the land. National Centre for Farmer Health research assistant Jessie Adams said the study found doctors, nurses, health professionals and agricultural students who graduated from Deakin Agricultural Health and Medicine courses felt significantly better equipped to work in farming populations. The field of agricultural health and medicine looks at occupational and environmental health, aiming to reduce injuries and illnesses within farming populations by developing students’ ‘cultural competence’. National Centre for Farmer Heath director, Professor Susan Brumby, introduced the specialist unit to Deakin students in 2010. “Farmers and agricultural workers want to engage with health care services that truly understand the unique culture and risks associated with farming work,” she said. “Another significant hurdle remains the culture of stoicism and lack of confidence in health professionals held by farmers, exacerbated if they think the professional they are seeing isn’t from a farming background. “Too often this leads to farmers not engaging regularly with health services, instead, leaving health and wellbeing issues until they are unable to function adequately.” Ms Adams said the research highlighted the need for more spending on specialised training relating to agricultural community health.
AN innovative long-term research project investigating weed management strategies for no-till and mixed farming systems in southern Australia has identified some novel and effective tactics for growers to implement on-farm. The project, Weed Management in Mixed Farming Systems: Strategies to Combat Herbicide Resistance, was a collaborative partnership involving the Grains Research and Development Corporation, Charles Sturt University and the University of Adelaide. A separate, but concurrent project supported by Meat and Livestock Australia ensured the research addressed weed management across the entire farming system. Conducted at sites across southern New South Wales, southern Victoria, the Victorian Mallee, and South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula and mid-north, the research trialled diverse weed control and management approaches in a range of agroecological zones over five growing seasons. Trials focused on key weeds with varying levels of herbicide resistance, idenitfied through comprehensive surveying conducted early in the project. These targeted weeds included annual ryegrass, brome grass, windmill grass, fleabane, wild radish and Indian hedge mustard. As part of this research, trials were established to assess weed suppression mechanisms. This included competitive wheat, barley and canola, targeted weed control strategies combining chemical and cultural tactics and the effect of long-term rotational strategies on in-crop seasonal weed management and seedbank dynamics. Charles Sturt research professor of plant biology Leslie Weston, from the Graham Centre for
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Agricultural Innovation, led the team at CSU, along with Professor Chris Preston who directed research conducted by UA. Professor Weston said the long-term project had captured plenty of information about the extent of herbicide resistant weeds across southern Australia’s mixed farming zones, and proved the effectiveness of a range of chemical and nonchemical weed management strategies. “The key findings from our research were that rotations with diverse and competitive crop types, along with early crop vigour and high total crop biomass in canola, barley and wheat varieties, correlated strongly with effective weed suppression across multiple locations and years in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia,” she said. “Post-harvest weed management in fallow was significantly influenced by the type and amount of crop residue and its decomposition. “Our findings also revealed different crops, including cereals and annual pasture legumes, release significant quantities of metabolites into the soil during breakdown that appear to influence weed suppression. “We found evidence that the breakdown of different crop residues resulted in the release of compounds into the soil that were strongly correlated with summer weed suppression in the field and phytotoxicity in the laboratory.” Professor Weston said the opportunity to run trials through five growing seasons of rotational crops had enabled researchers to understand the longer-term implications of these weed management approaches. “What we found across multiple locations in non-moisture limiting conditions was the weed seed density of annual weeds was successfully depleted under rotations which featured diverse
and competitive grain crop genotypes,” she said. “In addition, early crop vigour and high total crop biomass in canola, barley and wheat correlated strongly with effective weed suppression in all locations, in all years. “The ability of wheat and barley to develop a canopy that is dense and reduces light at the soil surface also proved critical in reducing in-crop weeds.” “Interestingly, some wheat genotypes were observed to release weed suppressive metabolites (phenoxazinones) during the growing season, offering potential for in-crop weed suppression in the area immediately surrounding the wheat roots. “The project also evaluated different canola varieties for their ability to suppress annual weeds under high, medium and low inputs over multiple years in NSW, Victoria and SA and found newly released cultivars of hybrid canola exhibited competitive traits and, in combination with chemical controls, were most effective in suppressing weeds for season-long management.” Professor Weston said the research also delivered new knowledge on the distribution and biology of weed species and how they were influenced by the adoption of different farm management practices across southern Australia. “As a result of this research we have been able to identify why specific weeds such as barley grass are a problem in continuous cropping and mixed farming systems and determine their impact on crop, pasture and livestock production,” she said. “Understanding and evaluating these different management approaches to weed control in an environment where herbicide resistance has proven to be problematic has been a key part of offering growers genuine information about what works most effectively, in which situation.”
New farm safety officers and resources for VFF under grant THE Victorian Farmers Federation will receive a $3 million state government grant to employ two farm safety officers and deliver new resources. Serving farmers across Victoria, the farm safety officers will provide information and advice on improving farm safety, via on-farm safety walks designed to help farmers identify risks and the changes they can make to improve the safety of their farms. The VFF will also use the money to develop
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Dairy scholarships open DAIRY workers seeking to build their farm business management skills or those interested in pursuing a career in dairy are being encouraged to apply for the Dairy Farm Managers program at Marcus Oldham College in Victoria. Three assisted places are available for next year’s intake in the program, launched this year in partnership with Dairy Australia to develop business management capabilities in Australian dairy farming. A dairy learning plan is provided as part of the college’s Bachelor of Business (Agriculture) course, enabling students to develop dairy specific business management skills. An 11-month dairy farm practical placement is a core component of the course, alongside two years of study at the college campus near Geelong. The deadline for applications is August 7. For more information, visit
An online virtual meeting for farm businesses inside the Newwry River Channel supply area of the Macalister Irrigation District will be held from 1pm this Thursday.
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A NEW era for farm businesses in Newry is about to begin with the start of major upgrade works and opportunities to improve farm efficiency. Farm businesses in the Newry River Channel supply area of the Macalister Irrigation District will be supported to develop a new irrigation farm plan as part of the planned upgrades to the irrigation network. West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority land management coordinator Anthony Goode said this was a good opportunity for those 30 farm businesses in the area being upgraded to get an irrigation farm plan done free of charge which will allow them to get the maximum benefit of the broader upgrade The next stage of the MID 2030 modernisation program will improve and replace channel
delivery with pipeline and is being managed by Southern Rural Water with funding from both the state and federal government. “We are only managing a small part of the broader project, but we’re delighted to be able to offer this irrigation farm plan initiative with our partners Agriculture Victoria as well as SRW,” Mr Goode said. Farm businesses in the Tinamba area which saw a similar upgrade in 2019 report that the changes the upgrade allowed them to make to their operations have seen them save time, money, water and lessen impact on the environment. Tinamba dairy farmer Hans Van Wees said the efficiency increases on farm were 30 to 40 per cent, water savings and time saving by up to 50 per cent.
Similar sentiments are expressed by Francis Gannon, also of Tinamba. “The upgrade gave us a once in a lifetime opportunity to make radical and big changes. “It gave us an opportunity to look at ways we could improve — it’s massively reduced the workload — in some cases we’re probably using 30 per cent less water,” Mr Gannon said. As part of the consultation and planning process Southern Rural Water, Agriculture Victoria and WGCMA will be hosting an online virtual meeting for farm businesses inside the upgrade boundary from 1pm on Thursday. More information about the irrigation farm planning project can be found at wgcma.vic.gov.au For more information about the virtual meeting email Andy Fullard at midproject@srw.com.au
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Lucerne, oaten, barley, 8x4x3, shedded, no rain damage. Delivery from Ballarat available. Phone 0419 334 208.
ITEMS
Two veneer wardrobes and bedside tables in GC, $120 the lot. Phone Rye and clover, good 5144 7479. quality, $99 incl. per bale. Phone 0403 124 605
SILAGE
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MISC. ITEMS GIPPSLAND HOTEL We're back!
JD Ride-on mower D110 42" deck and garden trailer, c/w 50 litre Silvan sprayer, $2,200. Speedrite electric fence unit: 12 pigtail posts, hand reel c/w wire tape and cord, as new, $150. Single bed and mattress, $30. Trundle bed and mattress, $5. Kitchen sideboard (dresser), $50. Student desk, $40. Singer frame c/w glass top, $100. Bedside drawers x3, $20. Coffee table, $15. Corner table, 3-shelves, $10. Drinks display cabinet, $75. TV/DVD 2-door cabinet, $20. Bookcase, $20. Dolphin torch, $5. HP printer c/w new ink, $20. 18" Stilson, $5. 24" Stilson, $5. Towbar 3-bike rack, $50. Pressure washer, $30. Ingersoll Rand 8cf air comp $40. Doweling machine $20. Assort. kitchen utensils from $2. All must go as moving house. Photos available. P 0419 321 226
July 30, 2020 Open Thursday, Friday Saturday lunch. Tuesday-Saturday dinner. Bookings only. 03 5144 4003 Take-away 6 days lunch and dinner.
KARATE'S BACK!
For self defence and fitness. Call now to book your free intro, Mark Johnson 0431 950 738; http://www.mjsma.com.au
SQUAD COACHES
Sale Amateur Basketball Association are seeking expressions of interest for Squad Coaches for the upcoming 2020/21 season. All Applicants will need to hold a Working with Children's Check, have a sound basketball background and knowledge and be highly motivated. Could all interested parties please contact SABA with their intentions by email to sale.basketball@hotmail.com Applications close 12th of August.
Public Notices
Thursday August 13, 2020
1400 SALE 1: 11:30am
Nutrien EGL Heyfield Saleyards Entries will include: A/C G & J Stuckey – ‘Leawood’ Angus 50 Angus steers, 15-16 mths, ‘Leawood’ blood, very forward condition A/C Pinora Farms 20 Angus steers, 12 mths, ‘Pinora’ blood A/C Hookey Past 20 Angus steers, 10-12 mths, ‘Innesdale’ and ‘Te Mania’ blood, 2 x 7 in 1, yard weaned A/C AJ, JP & R Simpson 25 Angus steers, 10-12 mths, ‘Barwidgee’ blood, weaned A/C G &S Conway 12 Angus steers, 10-12 mths, weaned A/C L McSweeney 8 Angus steers, 12 mths, ‘Innesdale’ blood A/C W Missen 12 Angus steers, 24 mths A/C Walhalla Transport 5 Angus steers, 15 mths A/C D Fogarty 10 Angus steers, 10 mths A/C M J Coleman 10 Angus steers, 10 mths, ‘Leawood’ blood A/C Jefferies & Phipps 10 Angus steers, 12 mths A/C M Bellion 4 Angus steers, 18 mths A/C S Bird 3 Angus steers, 14 mths, ‘Leawood’ blood A/C P & P Andrews 18 Angus hereford x steers, 9-16 mths A/C D P Allman 10 Angus & angus Hereford x steers, 10-12 mths, yard weaned A/C D A Allman 10 Hereford & Hereford angus x steers, 10-12 mths, yard weaned A/C P V Jondahl 7 Angus black sim x steers, 10 mths A/C K Healy 4 Angus shorthorn x steers, 14 mths A/C N Peck 4 Speckle Park steers, 12 mths A/C Various Vendors 40 Angus steers, 10-24mths
Top Quality Local and District Store Cattle A/C D Rhodes 35 Angus m/sexes, 12 mths, ‘Innesdale’ blood A/C A & E King 13 Angus m/sexes, 10-12 mths A/C F Van Dooselaar 15 Angus m/sexes, 10-12 mths A/C G & J Edebohls 26 Angus black sim x m/ sexes, 10-12 mths A/C M & D Cochrane 10 Angus limo x m/sexes, 12 mths A/C D & D Green 24 Hereford fresian x m/sexes, 9-15 mths, bucket reared A/C A Edey 20 Angus Friesian x m/sexes, 12 mths, bucket reared A/C Pinora Farms 15 Angus heifers, 12 mths, ‘Pinora’ blood A/C Chesterfield Pty Ltd 25 Angus heifers, 12 mths, ‘Pinora’ blood A/C Hookey Pastoral 20 Angus heifers 10-12 mths, ‘Innesdale’ and ‘Te Mania’ blood, 2 x 7 in 1 yard weaned A/C A & T Sellings 20 Angus heifers, 12 mths A/C N Peck 3 Speckle Park cows with Speckle Park CAF A/C A & E King 13 Angus & angus x cows, dep ‘Leawood’ stud angus bull, Sept calving
N Kelly: 0417 359 637 R Perkins: 0409 660 176 B Trinder: 0448 930 053
SALE 2: 1:00pm
Delaney Livestock and Property Selling Complex Entries will include: A/C TM Coster 150 Angus & Angus Hereford x m/sexes, 8-9 mths, weaned and drenched, ‘Leawood’, blood A/C J & R Mowat 40 Angus steers, 14 mths ‘Pinora’ blood, fresh to forward cond A/C I J Crooke 30 Angus steers, 14 mths
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1400 A/C WL, IFJ, WG & SJ Cumming 17 Hereford steers, 12 mths, ‘Mawarra’ & ‘Wilack’ blood A/C Malanda Past Co 30 Angus steers, 12-13 mths, ‘Leawood’ blood forward cond A/C A & J Gerrand 40 Angus steers, 12 mths 20 Angus heifers, 12 mths, ‘Anvil’ blood A/C L Langshaw 15 Angus steers, 14 mths A/C Langley Farms 40 Angus steers, 10-12 mths A/C St Katherines 40 Hereford steers, 9 mths, ‘Injermira’ and ‘Mawarra’ blood A/C G C & J F Kay 4 Angus & angus x steers, 18 mths 6 Poll Hereford steers, 12 mths A/C T C Howson 40 Angus m/sexes, 10-12 mths A/C Parker Amber 40 Angus m/sex weaners, ‘Dunoon’ blood, weaned A/C JR & CA Gell 25 Angus m/sexes, 10-12 mths A/C M R Higgins 50 Hereford & angus Hereford x m/sexes, 8-10 mths, weaned 3 x 5 in 1 Piliguard, A, D E & B12 and Multimin A/C HD McManus 16 Angus m/sexes, 10 mths A/C K J Higgins 25 Angus m/sexes, 10 mths A/C RN & AD Reynolds 5 Angus m/sexes, 10 mths A/C J Higgins 40 Angus Friesian x m/sexes, 8-10 mths A/C Guy & Noble 15 Angus heifers
Graeme McGillivray: 0427 517 306 Greg Birss: 0417 454 052 Trevor Stothers: 0408 656 270 Scott Langley: 0438 924 980
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
WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL
Independent Audit & Risk Committee Member Expressions of interest are invited from suitably qualified persons interested in becoming an independent member of Council’s Audit & Risk Committee. A vacancy will exist on the Committee in October 2020. Download an expression of interest brief from our website or contact Sheryl Saynor on (03) 5142 3151. Expressions of interest marked “Audit & Risk Committee Member” will be accepted via email at sheryls@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Tuesday 18 August 2020.
Election of Directors The current term of office of two Directors of Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia Ltd expires in accordance with the rules of the Co-operative. They are Mr Andrew Verboon and Mr Joshua De Jong who all offer themselves for re-election. Any member of the Co-operative wishing to offer him or herself for election must lodge a nomination with the Secretary, Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia Ltd, 2 Foster Street Maffra 3860, before Friday 21st August, 2020. Nominations must be signed by two or more members, and be accompanied by notice in writing by the candidate agreeing to his or her nomination. Nominations must also state name, age, qualifications and experience and length of any previous service as a Director of the Co-operative or any other Co-operative. Any person nominating must hold in his/her own right at the time of nomination, not less than five shares in the Co-operative, as qualification as a Director in accordance with the rules. By Order of the Board M.B. Lee Board Secretary Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia Ltd 2 Foster Street Maffra, Victoria, 3860. HERD IMPROVEMENT CO-OPERATIVE AUSTRALIA LIMITED
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WANTED HORSES Gippsland Ph. Dave 0418 202 202
Garage Sales
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1500 Maffra-Sale Rd from 8am SUNDAY August 2. Furniture, clothing, toys, tools and misc. No early birds.
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Wanted To Buy
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SCRAP METAL
We buy batteries, copper, brass, radiators, catalytic converters. Cash paid. Also take any type of scrap. Phone 5199 2869.
Accommodation Wanted
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HOUSE WANTED
WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL
Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 Seeking community feedback on the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 Wellington Shire Council has prepared the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 in line with the implementation of the Local Government Act 2020 and is seeking community feedback relating to the processes detailed.
Community Feedback Process Community feedback on the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 should be made via Council’s website www.wellington.vic.gov.au/notices. Feedback will be considered in accordance with Section 223 of the Local Government Act 1989. Copies of the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 are available on Council’s website until Wednesday 19 August 2020. Any person proposing to provide feedback on the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 must do so no later than 5.00pm on Wednesday 19 August 2020. Any person wishing to be heard in support of their feedback is entitled to be heard by Council (or be represented by a person acting on their behalf), please contact Governance on 1300 366 244 for arrangements. Following a review of all feedback received, Council will consider the adoption of the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 at a Council Meeting on Tuesday 1 September 2020 at 3.00pm. Any person requiring further information concerning the Draft Governance Rules and Draft Amended Local Law No 1 should contact Governance on 1300 366 244.
To Let
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Modernised house, two bathrooms, air cons, large garage, rent $355pw with discounts. Pet friendly, social security incomes welcome. Phone Johann 0435 751 588.
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Do you have an old house or cottage, out of town, that needs some TLC and someone to live in it to bring it back to life? It could be the place I'm Chris Owens Plastering. plasterer looking for to rent! Please Experienced call me on 0428 496 419. available for new houses, extensions, renovations, sagging ceilings, water Meetings damage, patching. No job too small. Qualified trades-man with 25 years experience. Prompt, reliable, professional service. Nambrok Public Hall and Ph. Chris 0460 813 299. Recreation Reserve annual general meeting will be held Tuesday, August 18 at 7pm at the Nambrok Hall. All user And gardener. Bricklaying, group members of the landscaping, garden recreation reserve are maintenance, green waste invited to attend. Social removal. More info. call distancing restrictions and Shannon 0499 993 288. COVID19 hygiene guidelines will be observed. Any question please contact Kate Lamb on 0427 486 259.
PLASTERER
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AGM
Newry Hall (Upper Maffra Mechanics Institute Inc) Notice of AGM to be held on Tuesday August 13, at the Newry Hall, 139-141 Main Road, Newry at 7pm
AGM
Paradise Golden Beach Seniors Club AGM on Tuesday August 11, at 2pm, at the Golden Beach Community Centre. This will be followed by a general meeting and afternoon tea.
Cars
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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-006
Unsealed Road Intersection Works
Heyfield Skatepark Upgrades
Wellington Shire Council invites civil construction contractors to tender for the upgrading of a number of unsealed road intersections in the southern part of the Shire.
Wellington Shire Council invites civil construction contractors to tender for the construction of Heyfield Skatepark Upgrades, Heyfield.
Practical completion date: 29 January 2021. All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email: Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: harold.johnston@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Harold Johnston on (03) 5142 3096
All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email: Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: mikek@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Mike Kareem on (03) 5142 3156 The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 26 August 2020.
The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or facsimile tenders will not be accepted.
The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or facsimile tenders will not be accepted.
WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2020-067
WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-001 / 2021-002 / 2021-003
Materials Supply for Roadworks
Unsealed Road Reconstruction Works
Wellington Shire Council invites tenders for the supply of civil construction and road maintenance materials, including quarry products, bituminous products and other items. Successful tenderers will be included in a panel of suppliers to provide materials to locations within Wellington Shire and works depots at Maffra and Yarram.
Unsealed Road Reconstruction - Southern Area (2021-001)
All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email:
CAR REMOVALS
Practical completion date: 5 December 2020.
The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 26 August 2020.
Tendered prices are to remain unchanged until 30 June 2022.
Free service. Phone Sam 0488 471 163
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Tenderers can provide pricing for any number of items within the tender schedule.
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Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: stefanj@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Stefan Joseph on (03) 5142 3239
Unsealed Road Reconstruction - Eastern Area (2021-002) Unsealed Road Reconstruction - Western Area (2021-003) Wellington Shire Council invites civil construction contractors to tender for the reconstruction of approximately 32.70 kilometres of roadway in total. Practical completion date: 18 December 2020. All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email: Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: harold.johnston@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Harold Johnston on (03) 5142 3096
The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Thursday 20 August 2020. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late tenders or any tenders emailed to addresses other than the address listed above will not be accepted.
The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 19 August 2020. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or facsimile tenders will not be accepted.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST EOI132 PANEL OF TECHNICAL CONSULTING SERVICE PROVIDERS
WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2020-066
Expressions of Interest are invited from suitably qualified and experienced local technical consultants to be considered for inclusion onto a two tiered Panel of approximately fifteen Technical Consulting Service Providers, comprising several multi-disciplinary service providers and a number of specialist service providers, to provide a variety of engineering and related technical consulting services for Gippsland Water over a three year period, commencing on 1st October 2021.
Plant and Equipment Services
Services undertaken by consultants on the Panel are to include the provision of a comprehensive range of multi-disciplinary technical services across a wide variety of service areas, or the provision of discrete specialist technical services within one or several service areas, to suit Gippsland Water’s needs in supporting a range of water, wastewater and associated infrastructure projects.
Wellington Shire Council invites tenders for the supply of civil plant and equipment services, including graders, excavators, drainage maintenance services and other items. Successful tenderers will be included in a panel of suppliers to provide plant and equipment to locations within Wellington Shire.
Interested consultants are invited to nominate for either the multi-disciplinary tier or the specialist tier of the Panel, and to nominate those Service Area categories from the below list, for which they are interested in providing within that tier, and for which they will be evaluated. The Service Area categories are: 1.Asset management; 2.Water resource planning; 3. Strategic water and wastewater planning; 4,Water and wastewater network design; 5.Water and wastewater treatment design; 6. Dam engineering; 7. Odour management and design; 8. Civil, structural and mechanical design 9. Electrical and control systems design; 10. Surveying & geomatic; 11. Civil, structural, mechanical and survey drafting; 12. Electrical and controls drafting; 13. Geotechnical engineering; 14. Environmental consulting; 15. Environmental auditing (EPA accredited); 16. Cultural heritage consulting; 17. Project delivery; 18. Secondments. Following evaluation of Expressions of Interest, detailed tender submissions will be requested from shortlisted consultants in each tier, for provision of services in one or more of their nominated Service Areas, from which a number of consultants are to be selected to form the Panel. A copy of the EOI Documents may be obtained from: •
Gippsland Water Website - www.gippswater.com.au/commercial/tenders (under Current Tenders) - at no cost. EOI Documents are available in PDF format and Part D, the Consultant’s Response, in Microsoft Word format. If you have problems downloading the files please contact either your IT Department or your Internet Service Provider
Consultants expressing interest in the Panel are to lodge one EOI submission, of not more than 20 pages in length, on behalf of their company, responding to each of the items requested in the EOI Documents. A single consolidated PDF file named, “EOI132 TECHNICAL PANEL [CONSULTANT NAME]” (maximum file name length 50 characters), shall be lodged in the electronic tender box at www.tenders.net no later than 4.00 pm (AEST) Thursday 27th August 2020.
Tenderers can provide pricing for any number of items within the tender schedule. Tendered prices are to remain unchanged until 30 June 2022. All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email: Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: mald@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Mal Dassanayake on (03) 5142 3067 The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Thursday 20 August 2020. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late tenders or any tenders emailed to addresses other than the address listed above will not be accepted.
Shortlisted EOIs, or any EOI, may not necessarily be accepted. All queries should be directed to Mr Owen Beebe on 0448 291 790 or at owen.beebe@gippswater.com.au.
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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-008
Road Rehabilitation Works - Heyfield Wellington Shire Council invites civil construction contractors to tender for Road Rehabilitation Works in Heyfield. Practical completion date: 18 December 2020. All tenderers must register with the Council to obtain the tender documents, which are available via website download or email: Website: www.wellington.vic.gov.au/tenders Email: harold.johnston@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Harold Johnston on (03) 5142 3096 The Tender Box at 18 Desailly Street is currently not in operation due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Tenders must be emailed to procurement@wellington.vic.gov.au no later than 2.00pm Wednesday 26 August 2020. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or facsimile tenders will not be accepted.
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Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation
Opportunities To Join Our Team Kinship Care Case Manager – Sale VIC 3850 Alcohol & Other Drugs Community Worker – Morwell VIC 3840
Applications are invited for the following full time permanent positions: • Accounts Receivable Officer • Accounts Payable / Payroll Officer Dyers Distribution have expanded to cover major destinations across Australia. Dyers provide innovative distribution solutions and maintain strong year-on-year growth. We currently have two roles for vibrant and energetic individuals to join our Sale head office team. Both positions work closely with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders in a team based environment. Previous experience in either accounts management and / or payroll is preferable, and you will be well supported as you develop within the team through on the job training. What we are looking for: � Solid administration experience – min. 12 months experience in a similar role or industry � Excellent attention to detail and pride in quality of their work � Highly organised and have the ability to consistently meet deadlines � Exceptional time management skills organisational and coordinating ability � Excellent verbal, written and numeracy skills � Familiarity with Microsoft Office in particular experience with Excel � A willingness to learn and grow with the role If you have the suitable skills and attributes for these exciting roles please apply directly on SEEK by uploading your resume with regard to the above details that highlights your relevant experience by Friday 31 July 2020. Please state which role you are applying for. If you would like any further details in relation to this role please direct your email to dyershr@dyers.com.au
We are seeking a Community Engagement Worker within an exciting, energetic multi-disciplinary team, that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of the local aboriginal community, with in of Aboriginal Communities Gambling Assistance Program, from out Bairnsdale site. The role places you within the local and wider community, to assist, support and educate on gambling harms and other interrelated aspects, through individual and group-based programs and other engagement mediums. The aim of the role is to raise the awareness of gambling issues across the Aboriginal Community, in Gippsland and East Gippsland and to provide information about financial and gambling support services dealing with such issues. In addition, provide direct support to those Community members accessing such Support services in reaching their goals. GEGAC prides itself on it’s strong, culturally appropriate support and friendly team culture, which are all linked into our desire to improve the lives of the community in which we work and live. Applications for the above position will close at 5pm on Friday 7th August 2020. A copy of the position description and the GEGAC A copy of the position description and the GEGAC application form can be obtained at GEGAC reception- ph. 03 5150 0700; by contacting hr@gegac.org.au or by following the below link for all of GEGAC’s current vacancies. https://gegac.bamboohr.com/jobs/ Applications must be emailed to hr@gegac.org.au or sent to: Human Resources Gippsland & East Gippsland Aboriginal Co-operative PO Box 634 Bairnsdale Vic 3875 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. All appointees are required to have a valid Working with Children’s Check and Police check before commencing work in this organisation.
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Currently we have an opening for a trainee dental assistant position. We are looking for an applicant who is enthusiastic, friendly and has a strong work ethic to provide high quality patient care. Onsite training including strict infection control procedure will be provided for applicant with no dental assisting experience. If you are interested, please send your resume to sdgad@fastmail.com.au by Thursday, August 6, 2020.
Two Driver Positions
(1-year contract - opportunity for continuing) Mirridong Services has operated in Yarram since 1966 and is recognised for the essential services in disability we provide to the regional community. Our Day Service Program assists people with an intellectual disability to participate in social, community and recreational activities at our centre and in the community. We are looking for an energetic Disability Support Worker who can use their industry experience and caring manner to become a valuable part of our supportive Day Service team. Successful applicants are required to: â—? Hold a Certificate IV in Disability; or similar qualification with three years of demonstrated industry experience. â—? Hold a current driver's licence â—? Have or obtain Level 2 First Aid â—? Undertake a National Police Check Six weeks of annual leave (taken in term breaks). Excellent salary packaging available. For a copy of the Position Description please visit www.mirridong.com.au/employment. For information contact Kerry Roy on 5182 5750. Applications must include a cover letter and resume to be considered and can be emailed to info@mirridong.com.au Please address application to Mrs Kerry Roy. Closing date: 5 pm, Monday, August 17, 2020. We provide opportunities for adults with a disability to make choices, achieve goals and gain independence.
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Senior Football Coach Wanted The Sale City Football Netball Club seeks to appoint a Senior Football Coach for the 2021 season. We are seeking a passionate, self motivated individual, keen to continue to grow our successful club in the coming seasons. Please contact our Club President Michael Clapton on 0431 358 116 or via email: mick.clapton@gmail.com for futher details. Expressions of interest are to be sent via email no later than Friday, August 7, 2021.
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Catholic College Sale is seeking an experienced Finance/Compliance Officer as a full time ongoing position. As a Child Safe School our focus is to provide a faith filled partnership between students, families and the College to achieve student learning goals. The successful applicant will: â&#x20AC;˘ Be committed to and supportive of the Catholic ethos of the College â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy working in a dynamic environment with young people â&#x20AC;˘ Be committed to working in a team environment â&#x20AC;˘ Be suitably experienced and qualified for the position â&#x20AC;˘ Hold a current Level 2 First Aid qualification or be willing to undertake training â&#x20AC;˘ Maintain a current Working With Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Check and Police Records Check If you would like to apply please access the role description and application form from the College website www.ccsale.catholic.edu.au All applications are to be forwarded with your curriculum vitae to Catholic College Sale, contactus@ccsale.catholic.edu.au or PO Box 594, Sale 3850. Applications Close: 4pm Monday, August 3, 2020.
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Qualified Mechanic/4X4 Technician Required
Sale 4WD Centre, Sales only stockist of ARB 4X4 accessories, is seeking a qualified mechanic to join our busy team. The role would suit a motivated and reliable individual with solid mechanical knowledge and a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;can doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attitude. Key Responsibilities and Skills: â&#x2014;? Provide quality fitment of 4WD accessories to a range of vehicles (including brand new vehicles). â&#x2014;? Carry out mechanical repairs and servicing to a range of vehicles. â&#x2014;? Ensure all work is of a high standard and completed within the required timeframes. â&#x2014;? Ensure the workshop and staff areas are maintained in a safe, clean and organised state at all times. â&#x2014;? Ensure workplace health and safety regulations and company policies are adhered to. â&#x2014;? Be willing and able to work paid overtime when required. â&#x2014;? Demonstrate an even temper and be able to work effectively under pressure. â&#x2014;? Be consistently professional in your appearance and attitude. â&#x2014;? Maintain effective communication with the store manager and customer service team. If you are keen to join the dynamic 4WD industry working with Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market leader in 4WD accessories, then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to hear from you! Attractive remuneration package and staff discount available for the right candidate. To apply please forward a resume outlining your skills and experience to: Email: drikken@sale4wdcentre.com.au Post: PO Box 9205, Traralgon Vic 3844 Resumes may be dropped into the store, however applications will not be discussed in store without prior arrangement.
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2013 VE, SV6 sedan, 141,000kms., EC, $13,000. ZSU-924. Phone 0418 586 990.
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er, leather interior, EC inside and out, RWC, TUZ-474, $6200 ONO. Phone 0412 673 905. RE-HOMING - 1992 Ford XG Falcon S Longreach ute, 2nd owner, unmodified man., c/w 1995 XG Gli auto ute and many spares, FGT-263 $10,000 w/r.w.c. $9000 as is. Will not sep. 2006 Ford BF Falcon RTV ute, auto, fact. dedicated gas, nothing to spend, ZAK-601 $10,000 w/r.w.c., $9000 as is. Gen. buyers only. Ph 0407 526 304.
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Four hours twice a week for next 6-8 weeks. Then four hours per fortnight thereafter. High attention to detail is important. References required. Farm homestead outside Stratford. Call Sophie 0438 516 162.
Gippsland NOW HIRING Registered Nurses & Community Support Professionals - Sale
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3 years old, professionally built, 4.8 x 12 mtr, fits on two semis for transport, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, laundry and living area, some furniture included as well as HWS and reverse cycle A/C. Located in Morwell. Phone 0409 513 328 for more photos and details., $75,000 ONO.
Do you want to be part of a company that cares about people and making a difference? Your locally owned and operated Gippsland office is currently looking for experienced Registered Nurses and Community Support Professionals to join our growing team.
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Sale Elderly Citizens Village is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization into its next five-year strategic plan. Essential skills and experience are sought in: ● Business management ● Working knowledge of aged care quality standards ● Board governance ● Community engagement ● Funding submissions/applications ● Strategic planning and monitoring ● Staff management and culture building The role is offered on 0.8FTE basis. Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated with an exceptional candidate who is the right fit for the role. A position description is available upon request. Please submit an application to lyn@secvinc.com.au including a cover letter and CV. Only applications which identify how they can fill the essential skills and experience criteria will be considered. Applications close Friday 7 August, 2020.
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Sale Water Specialists requires a Pump Technician / Irrigation Installer who will be responsible for the repair and installation of domestic, agricultural and commercial pumps and irrigation systems with in the Sale and district area. We are looking for a person who has the following skills and experience: ● A strong understanding of irrigation and pumping systems ● Proficiency in pump and irrigation system installation and repair ● Ability to perform heavy labouring tasks ● Current manual driver's licence. ● Electrical experience i.e. electric motors/pumps/control boxes would be viewed favourably ● Experience in Poly Welding would be an advantage. Pump repair experience is preferred but we may consider somebody who is 'mechanically minded' and has experience in a similar field This will be an ongoing full time position subject to a six month probationary period. Applications must include a cover letter and can be emailed to salewater@bigpond.com.au before 10 August 2020.
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enthusiastic, self motivated person to join our team on a dairy farm 15 minutes from Sale. Duties include a mix of milking and farm work with flexible hours, including weekends. You must be reliable, efficient, honest and committed to the dairy industry. Previous training preferred. ABN essential. Phone 0419 890 996.
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BALDWIN, Justin Gerald. Passed away peacefully July 20, 2020 at Bellingen Hospital. Youngest son of Patricia and Godfrey Baldwin. Husband of Eve. Father of Tim and Miranda. Fatherin-law of Tassa and David and grandfather of Otis. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Susan and Hans (dec.), Jerome (dec.) and Mabeley (dec.), Stephen and Diane, Gabriel and Dave (dec.), Andrew and Cath, Patrick and Joy. Uncle of Louise, Guy and Phillip; Jacinta, Tony, Alicia and Clare; Jeremy, Beth, Michael and Tim (dec.); Kyla, Sarah, Rebecca and Jonathan; Simon and Gabriel. Rest in peace BRIDGER, Gerald. Of Bairnsdale, formerly of Valencia Creek. Husband of Freda (dec.). Father of Andrew, Sian and Jason. Pa to Nicole, Shayna and Tahlia. Now at peace. Reunited with Mum.
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Sale United Football Club will begin its Miniroos program next month.
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SALE United Football Club are kicking off its MiniRoos program, for boys and girls aged four to nine years, on Wednesday, August 12. The program will be held every Wednesday at Godfrey Baldwin Reserve from 4.30pm to 5.30pm until October 28, with a break over the school holidays. MiniRoos was normally held from April to June each year, but because of COVID-19 had to be put on hold until now. The sessions build skills through games and simple drills delivered in an engaging, fun and inclusive environment.
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DONOVAN, Neil (Blue). Passed away in W.A. on July 22, 2020. Lifelong friend of Judy and Barry Bennett and family. Great memories will remain forever. Re-united with his beloved Beryl. R.I.P. Mate HOLDING, Dorothy Mabel 30/3/1933 - 18/7/2020 Loved oldest sister and sister-in-law of Gladys and Ken Watts. Dearly loved Aunty Sis of Jennifer Watts and Mal, Susan and Wayne Butcher, Lynette and Nathan McGowan, and Malcolm Watts (dec.). Great aunt to Katie, John and Danny Butcher and Jessica McGowan. Someone special will never be forgotten. These memories are our to cherish and keep. - Gladys and Ken Watts and family.
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BLADES, Brian Micheal. Sadly passed away July 27, 2004. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one the chain will link again. Forever in our hearts. Your loving daughter, Deb, grandchildren Cassie and Damien and their families. BLADES, Brian. July 27, 2004. 16 years. You have left us but memories of you don't fade away as your family still have our 6 o'clock special time thinking of you. - Kath, loving family and grandchildren. Thanks to my family and friends for being there for me xxxx
Every player gets plenty of time on the ball and the prime aim of each session is for children to build fundamental motor skills. Every child registered will receive a participation pack, which includes a bag, ball, stickers and an activity book. The cost has been reduced to $100. All registrations are being completed online at www.playfootball.
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D Fitzgibbon 38, B Cahill 37, L Maguire 36, W Brownlee 36, N Wagland 35, J Wake 35, M Kirkpatrick 35, C Rintoul 35, M Brickle 35, N Khamchom 34, B Marchesi 34; NTP: 3rd M Hurst, 6th K Curtis, 11th R Donaldson, 14th K Walker; women's: M Johns 36; NTP: 11th P Schaper, 14th P Schaper.
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COSTELLO, Clare. Ted and family would like to thank everyone for the flowers, cards and support on the passing of Clare. Special thanks to the nursing staff at Maffra Hospital and Doctors Young and Marosszeky for their loving care of Clare. Thanks to Pal and Brad Semmens and Father Xavier for their care and compassion. - Ted, Ted (Jnr), Sue and John.
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THE Sale and District Sunday Afternoon Cyclists will this Sunday ride from the Port of Maffra at 10am to cycle on local minor sealed roads. The ride will return to Maffra for lunch. The ride is suitable for road bikes and ebikes. All riders are welcome, and will be supported by club members. Tuesday mountain bike rides and Thursday road bike rides continue from the Port of Sale at 9.30am. For more information phone Shirley on 0488 045 484 or George on 0429 949 322.
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WANKO, Peter. 10/8/1952 - 30/7/2014 Remembering our Peter. Memories never fade. Still missed each day. - Inge and Gary.
36, B grade: M Bates 34, C grade J Robbins 34; DTL: J Sellen 35, K Boyle 35, C Cameron 34, C Donahoe 34, K Kemp 34, J Lestrange 32; NTP: 2nd K Kemp, 7th R Walker, 12th K Kemp, 16th K Kemp. July 25, men's stableford: A grade: M Allman 38, B grade: H Hunt 37, C grade: D Mulcahy 38, D grade: K Phillips 44; DTL: D Logan 39, G Parker 38, C Reynolds 38, T Humphyris 37, R Somerville 37, C Bedggood 36, R Logan 36, D Hunt 36, S Allman 36, R Fraser 35, P Lee 34, D Bolton 34; NTP: 2nd K Newsome, 7th N Gutteridge, 11th (second shot) B Sage, 12th G Adams, 16th G McQuillen. July 26, mixed stableford: J McIntosh 41, runner-up Ne Gutteridge 38; DTL: L Reynolds 37, J Rietschel 37, C Munday 37, G Parker 37, R Toma 37, G Meldrum 36, A Sellings 36.
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SALE Tennis Club’s junior programs have returned to its weekly schedule. Two separate junior programs are running on Saturday mornings. Hot Shots will run for primary school-aged children. To register, phone Anthony Zafiris on 0403 724 796 or visit the club just before 9am on a Saturday morning. For more experienced juniors, the club will host a “Fast 4 Challenge Tournament” each Saturday morning. There is no need to book ahead.
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Bairnsdale James Dore is put under pressure from Sale’s Charlie Wilson during the under 16s match. Photos: David Braithwaite
Eastern rivals clash
Sale’s Archer Mcguiness kicks the ball forward during the under 18s match against Bairnsdale.
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GIPPSLAND League junior players were able to enjoy another round of football and netball at the weekend, as the COVID crisis held itself at bay for at least another week. Sale Football-Netball Club had its first experience at hosting duties, and ran a smooth operation with no stone left unturned. Gate keepers recorded the names of every person that drove in, while the canteen was also operational with appropriate signage and distancing markings in place. In welcoming Bairnsdale to Sale Oval, the Magpies had a successful day on the field and court, winning four out of five games. Sale's under 13 netball team got its first win of the season with a 44-10 victory over the Redlegs, before the under 15s had a similarly one-sided game, winning 47 to 13. The under 17s recorded their first win of the season, downing Bairnsdale comfortably. The day marked a fitting start for Sale netball at the newly-refurbished KJ Hogan Netball Facility, named after club legend Kevin Hogan, who passed away late last year. On the football field, Sale was defeated by Bairnsdale in the under 16s, but battled hard and will take some learnings out of the day. Daniel Burton, Kyan Sellings, Chris Byron, Charlie Wilson, Josh Butcher and Jason Brown put in honest performances. The under 18 game proved to be the match of the day, with Bairnsdale unable to bridge the gap created by Sale after quarter-time as the Magpies won 9.11 (65) to 6.7 (43). Bairnsdale went into the quarter-time break with a six-point lead, but the Magpies came out in the second term and put five goals to two on the board to take a handy 14 point lead at half-time. Sale kept Bairnsdale goal-less in the third and would have put the game beyond doubt had it not been for errant goal kicking. Given the long lay-off, Sale players would have probably been shown some leniency by the coaching staff, as they kicked one goal from six scoring shots in the third quarter. That being said, the Magpies were better for longer, and after the two teams each kicked a pair of goals in the fourth term, were able to grind out a solid win to keep their promising start to the season intact. Sale captain Will McKinnon led from the front with a best-on-ground display and received good support from Max Welsh and Jake Hutchins who slotted three goals. Other Sale players to feature were Sam Smith, Blake Safstrom and Kai McDonald, who no doubt would have featured in a fair amount of photos taken by the local photographer. AT Maffra, the Eagles played host for the second week in a row, as Warragul made the trip east.
Maffra’s Mac Huts kicks the ball to half-forward during the under 18s match against Warragul. The Eagles gave their opponents grief in the The Eagles straightened up in the second, kicking netball, winning comfortably in all three grades. two goals, to find themselves only seven points The under 16 football match went down to the adrift at the main break. wire, with Maffra the unfortunate loser in a game However, it was a completely different story in the decided by only three points. second half, as whatever was in the individual drink The Eagles led at every change except when the bottles in the Warragul huddle clearly worked, as final siren sounded, with the scoreboard reading the Guls skipped away, kicking six goals to none 8.6 (54) to 8.9 (57) at the finish. after the main break. Maffra took the ascendency into half-time, In the wash up, Warragul registered a compreholding onto a 10-point lead, and led by 14 points hensive 9.16 (70) to 3.8 (26) victory. heading into the last. Zane Perkins, Angus Tilley, Rohan Watts, Cohen Warragul refused to go down without a fight, and Wade, Tom Marchesi and Callen Henning were would have been smiling all the way back down the Maffra's best. Princes Freeway after kicking four goals to one in The Gippsland League under 18 competition this the final quarter to pinch what could be a win that season is probably the strongest it has been in a carries huge ramifications in a condensed season. long time as there is nowhere else for kids to play. Jack Hrehoresen, Ethan Aurisch, Lachlan Looking at team sheets, 90 per cent of clubs have Allman, Zach Felsbourg, Harry Stables and more than 25 players on their list, which would not Harrison Langford were adjudged best afield for have been the case in recent seasons. Maffra. SALE will host Traralgon this Saturday and Maffra Maffra was wasteful early in the under 18 game, will travel to Leongatha. kicking six behinds in the first quarter.
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MAFFRA 0.6 2.6 3.6 3.8 26 WARRAGUL 1.1 3.7 7.13 9.16 70 Maffra, goals: R Marshall, T Thatcher, C Hennig Best: Z Perkins, A Tilley, R Watts, C Wade, T Marchesi, C Hennig Warragul, goals: B Hefford 3, C Stern 2, C Alger, A Henshall, C Ives, M Boyles Best: C Stern, B Notman, B Hefford, T Heenan, C Ives SALE 1.2 6.5 7.10 9.11 65 BAIRNSDALE 2.2 4.3 4.6 6.7 43 Sale, goals: J Hutchins 3, D Brinker-Ritchie, O Waugh, W McKinnon, M Hawkins, A McGuiness, B Safstrom Best: W McKinnon, M Welsh, J Hutchins, S Smith, B Safstrom, K McDonald Bairnsdale, goals: N Bottom 2, D Bryant, B Vickery, H Hopkins, H Grandy Best: T Rees, B Bryant, O Clarke, J Overend, J Hayward, T Jerkins LEONGATHA 5.2 7.6 10.9 17.12 114 MOE 0.0 1.1 2.1 3.1 19 Leongatha, goals: L Rathjen 4, C Michael 2, Z Reid 2, H O’Brien 2, A Turton 2, E Lamers, T Crocker, R Kemp, H Kewming, T Nash Best: L Rathjen, E Lamers, D Hume, A Turton, N Fixter, Z Reid Moe, goals: B Zimora, D Gauci, M Devon Best: M Heywood, J De Graaf, B Zimora, J Skinner, B Dyson, B Watson TRARALGON 2.0 3.1 4.1 6.3 39 MORWELL 3.0 4.0 6.4 8.6 54 Traralgon, goals: S Lissa 2, J Healey 2, J Williams 2 Best: L D’Angelo, J Healey, H Watson, J Lee, G Wood, D Duncan Morwell, goals: C Hutchison 3, J Carnes 2, C Kennedy 2, Z Bezzina Best: S Walsh, C Hutchison, T Caile, T Waack, Z Carlson, C Macdonald
Sale wing attack Lilli Stobie looks to pass during the under 17s match against Bairnsdale. Photo: Fiona Nicholson
Sale wing defence Jazz Anstee about to pass during the under 13s match.
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WONTHAGGI 2.1 5.5 9.9 11.14 80 DROUIN 1.1 1.5 2.7 5.7 37 Wonthaggi, goals: K Robinson 6, N Anderson 2, R Ennoss, K Benson, B Cornelis Best: H Wallis, N Anderson, K Benson, H Dawson, K Robinson, M Walton Drouin, goals: T Kearney, K Hermansen, J Harrison, M Moschetti, H Morgan-Morris Best: J Harrison, M Moschetti, M Williames, R Atherton, J Fraser, D Barreto
UNDER 16s
MAFFRA 3.1 5.3 7.4 8.6 54 WARRAGUL 2.1 3.5 4.8 8.9 57 Maffra, goals: S Pendergast 2, C Burgiel 2, Z Felsbourg, J Schuback, J Killoran, H Gravener Best: J Hrehoresen, E Aurisch, L Allman, Z Felsbourg, H Stables, H Langford Warragul, goals: M Roberts 4, P Ireland 2, V Caia 2 Best: L Serong, S Cannon, M Roberts, R Galvin, V Caia SALE 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2 2 BAIRNSDALE 2.3 9.8 14.10 21.13 139 Sale, goals: nil Best: D Burton, K Sellings, C Byron, C Wilson, J Butcher, J Brown Bairnsdale, goals: T Hudson 8, T Nicol 3, L Carroll 2, C Frith, J Anderson, T Selleck, J Dore, B Bockmann, C Vickery, A Williams, C Crofts Best: D O’Connor, T Selleck, T Hudson, C Vickery, L Carroll, E Taylor LEONGATHA 0.1 1.2 2.3 2.5 17 MOE 1.6 2.8 4.9 6.13 49 Leongatha, goals: B Hanrahan, T Hanily Best: L Gill, D Berryman, H Scott, T Hall, T Mitchell, T Cumming Moe, goals: B Claridge 2, N Wheildon, T Burgess, B Humphrey, J Balfour Best: T Blackshaw, J Balfour, C Hawkett, B Humphrey, J Makepeace, N Wheildon TRARALGON 3.4 7.5 11.9 15.12 102 MORWELL 1.0 2.1 3.1 3.1 19 Traralgon, goals: S Hallyburton 2, J Scholtes 2, T Hamilton 2, J Hamilton, H Howe, H Walker, J Colaciello, F Watts, T Anderson, K Tibballs, T Said, B Kennedy Best: H Howe, T.Hamilton, J Scholtes, T Said, J Hamilton, H Walker Morwell, goals: S Gissara, B Williams, R Harding Best: L Kerr, B Couling, C Bailey, L Dalziel, T Gray, B Williamson WONTHAGGI 3.0 3.2 4.5 4.6 30 DROUIN 2.1 5.3 6.5 8.8 56 Wonthaggi, goals: P Winmar, L Cartmel, H Tiziani, T Braid Best: K Yann, S Biggs, T Braid, L Cartmel, O Dawson, H Tiziani Drouin, goals: J Konstanty 3, L Spinks 2, O Murphy, B Brasier, C Harrison Best: E Busse, E Nalder, N Caddy, S Amoroso, C Fleming, J Konstanty
Maffra under 15 goal shooter Georgie Hrehoresen passes to her goal attack. Photo: Sam Crothers
Maffra under 15 centre Matilda Pendergast lands and looks to quickly move the ball on. Photo: Sam Crothers
UNDER 18s Sale Wonthaggi Morwell Leongatha Traralgon Drouin Warragul Bairnsdale Moe Maffra UNDER 16s Traralgon Warragul Drouin Bairnsdale Maffra Leongatha Moe Morwell Wonthaggi Sale
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F 182 188 113 162 160 106 80 68 48 26 F 166 178 114 175 136 117 75 64 46 20
A 43 47 87 78 79 109 134 186 183 187 A 55 70 56 66 75 94 75 202 177 221
% Pts 423.26 8 400.00 8 129.89 8 207.69 4 202.53 4 97.25 4 59.70 4 36.56 0 26.23 0 13.90 0 % Pts 301.82 8 254.29 8 203.57 8 265.15 4 181.33 4 124.47 4 100.00 4 31.68 0 25.99 0 9.05 0
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Maffra under 13s wing attack Demi Scriven looks down the court for an opportunity. Photo: Sam Crothers
Maffra under 13 goal shooter Chloe Felsberg weaves around the Warragul goal keeper to take possession of the ball. Photo: Sam Crothers
Gippy League fixture updated THE Gippsland League has revised its 2020 fixture. The fixture was changed because of concerns about travelling to areas with active coronavirus cases. Sale will this Saturday have its second consecutive home game, hosting Traralgon, while Maffra will head to Leongatha for its first away game of the season.
The dates for the season have not changed, with the grand finals still scheduled for Saturday, October 10. Remaining Gippsland League matches: Round three, August 1: Sale v Traralgon, Drouin v Warragul, Wonthaggi v Bairnsdale, Leongatha v Maffra, Morwell v Moe. Round four, August 8: Morwell v Sale, Wonthaggi v Maffra, Traralgon v Drouin, Moe v Bairnsdale, Leongatha v Warragul.
Round five, August 15: Warragul v Moe, Traralgon v Maffra, Drouin v Sale, Wonthaggi v Leongatha, Bairnsdale v Morwell. Round six, August 22: Morwell v Drouin, Leongatha v Sale, Warragul v Traralgon, Moe v Wonthaggi, Bairnsdale v Maffra. Round seven, August 29: Sale v Moe, Drouin v Leongatha, Bairnsdale v Warragul, Maffra v Morwell, Traralgon v Wonthaggi. Round eight, September 5: Wonthaggi v Morwell, Moe v Traralgon, Warragul v Sale,
Bairnsdale v Leongatha, Maffra v Drouin. Round nine, September 12: Leongatha v Traralgon, Drouin v Bairnsdale, Moe v Maffra, Warragul v Morwell, Sale v Wonthaggi. Qualifying final, September 19. Elimination final, September 20. Second semi-final, September 26. First semi-final, September 27. Preliminary final, October 3. Grand final, October 10.
Netball scoreboard Under 17s: Sale 34-7 Bairnsdale, Maffra 38-18 Warragul, Wonthaggi 23-34 Drouin, Traralgon 23-24 Morwell, Leongatha 33-41 Moe; ladder: Moe 8, Sale 6 (171.05 per cent), Maffra 6 (140.82), Leongatha 4 (130.61), Bairnsdale 4 (95.45), Wonthaggi 4 (93.75), Drouin 4 (68.92), Morwell 4 (59.26), Warragul 0 (64), Traralgon 0 (55.93). Under 15s: Sale 47-13 Bairnsdale, Maffra 55-11 Warragul, Wonthaggi 25-26 Drouin, Traralgon 61-18 Morwell, Leongatha 41-24 Moe; ladder: Traralgon 8 (264.86), Leongatha 8 (210.81). Sale 8 (207.5), Maffra 4 (174.47), Wonthaggi 4 (120.45), Moe 4 (101.56), Drouin 4 (74.24), Bairnsdale 0 (38.1), Warragul 0 (34.94), Morwell 0 (31.63). Under 13s: Sale 44-10 Bairnsdale, Maffra 53-3 Warragul, Wonthaggi 45-21 Drouin, Traralgon 61-11 Morwell, Leongatha 59-3 Moe; ladder: Traralgon 8 (729.41), Maffra 8 (670.59), Leongatha 8 (422.73), Wonthaggi 8 (221.88), Sale 4 (81.69), Moe 4 (26.03), Drouin 0 (57.38), Morwell 0 (31.58), Warragul 0 (17.72), Bairnsdale 0 (14.95).
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4 Western Bulldogs 6 Richmond 4 Carlton 6 Hawthorn 6 Port Adelaide 6 Adelaide Crows 6 Collingwood 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
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40 13
THIS ROUND
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5
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5
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THIS ROUND
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6 Gold Coast SUNS 4 GWS Giants 4 Carlton 4 Sydney Swans 6 Port Adelaide 6 Adelaide Crows 6 Collingwood 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
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35 13
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4 Western Bulldogs 4 GWS Giants 4 Carlton 6 Hawthorn 6 Port Adelaide 4 Essendon 4 West Coast Eagles 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
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TOTAL TOTAL
38 13
THIS ROUND
4
JAMES
4 Western Bulldogs 6 Richmond 4 Carlton 4 Sydney Swans 6 Port Adelaide 4 Essendon 6 Collingwood 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
5
TOTAL TOTAL
45 13
THIS ROUND
4
GARY
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6 Gold Coast Suns 6 Richmond 4 Carlton 4 Sydney Swans 4 St Kilda 6 Adelaide Crows 6 Collingwood 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
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THIS ROUND
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35 13
42 13
4
LACHY
6
4 Western Bulldogs 4 GWS Giants 4 Carlton 6 Hawthorn 6 Port Adelaide 4 Essendon 4 West Coast Eagles 4 Brisbane Lions Geelong Cats
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40 13
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4
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44 13
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38 13
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Sale’s Jake Hutchins gets a kick away despite being tackled during the Gippsland League under 18s match against Bairnsdale. Report, page 30.
Photo: David Braithwaite
Win leaves punters Feeling Good David Braithwaite
FEELING Good left punters who backed her just that after the five-year-old mare won at Sale on Sunday. The horse, trained at Sale by Paul Worthington and ridden by Beau Mertens, won race seven, the 1200 metre class one handicap. Feeling Good recorded her second win in 16 starts, with her only other win coming at Moe in August last year. The $11 chance came from the back of the field, and along the middle of the home straight to win by one and three-quarter lengths from Tignanello, trained by Tom Dabernig and Ben Hayes and ridden by Luke Nolen. In third place was Our Free Spirit, trained by Tony Noonan at Mornington. There was more good news for locally-trained horses in the previous race, the benchmark 64 handicap over 1100m, with Bally Paddy finishing third for Sale trainer Mario Farrugia. Ridden by Georgina Cartwright, the eight-yearold gelding, who was $71 at the tote, finished well to notch his first placing since back-to-back seconds at Sale in September 2016. Three-year-old gelding Sapphire Crown, trained by Colin Little at Caulfield and ridden by Ethan Brown, led the race all the way to win by threequarters of a length from The Crusha, ridden by Mertens, who made a late bid for victory. Having been rated “heavy nine” leading up to the day, the track was upgraded to “soft seven” for the final race meeting of the season at Sale. Page 36 – Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 28 July, 2020
Feeling Good, trained at Sale by Paul Worthington and ridden by Beau Mertens, wins race seven.
Photo: Ross Holburt, Racing Photos
Victory in race seven gave jockey Mertens a winning double. His first winner came in race four, the 1400m three-year-old maiden plate, on Galgani. The favourite, trained by Nikki Burke at Cranbourne, won by a head after outrunning Ryan’s Gold, trained by Ross Pecora and ridden by Brian Park.
Two lengths behind the first two was Frag in third place. Ballarat trainer Patrick Payne won two races to take his season tally of victories at Greenwattle to 11 and seal the Sale Turf Club trainers’ premiership. Generation Gap claimed the opening event, the 1200m maiden plate, for Payne.
The three-year-old gelding, ridden by Noel Callow, won his debut race, a length ahead of Norah, ridden by Mertens, with Alterno finishing third. Payne’s Howlowcanyougo won race five, the benchmark 78 handicap over 1400m. The four-year-old gelding, ridden by Jamie Kah, passed Global Gift, ridden by Jye McNeil, in the straight to win by half a length. Blinder came third. Race two, the 1600m maiden plate, was won by favourite Ajay’s Ace, trained by Richard Laming at Cranbourne and ridden by Michael Walker. Coming off two second placings from three starts, the three-year-old filly won by one and a quarter lengths from Diamond Moments, with On The Tiles third for Moe trainer Peter Gelagotis. The race three maiden plate over 1400m for horses four years and older was won by Foxtrot Mo, trained by Ken Keys at Cranbourne and ridden by McNeil. The four-year-old gelding led early, and did well to hold off challengers to win by one and a quarter lengths. In second place was Painted Black, ridden by Mertens, with Zoolander, ridden by Kah, third. McNeil was the leading jockey at Sale this season, with 13 wins, while Matthew Cartwright was the leading apprentice, with seven. Ocean Miss, trained by David and Coral Feek at Mornington and ridden by Jake Noonan, won race eight, the 1600m benchmark 70 handicap. The three-year-old filly won by a head, holding off the favourite Boomstock, ridden by Kah, while Approach Discreet finished third. The next meeting at Greenwattle will be on Thursday, August 13.