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St Patrick’s Day was celebrated in Sale last week with staff at Jack Ryan’s Irish Bar kept busy as many took part in the festivities. Photo: Stefan Bradley

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GIPPSLAND’S gas industry is hoping to increase its production amid an expected shortfall. Under the proposal, the Gippsland Basin Joint Venture will be extracting and refining additional gas resources from the Bass Strait. The announcement was made in a media release by ExxonMobil Australia, the parent company of Esso Australia, one of the Venture’s operators. Esso Australia plans to invest up to $400 million as part of the proposal, which will go toward installing new compression units on offshore rigs to extract more gas from the Kipper field.

It is estimated that an additional 200 petajoules of gas will be delivered over the next five years, with 30 petajoules to come online in 2023. The GBJV currently delivers approximately 230 petajoules of gas per year. ExxonMobil Australia chair Dylan Pugh said that Esso continues to invest to deliver reliable and affordable Gippsland gas to Australian homes and businesses. “Our ongoing investment and commitment to supplying Australian customers means that the Gippsland Basin remains the largest single source of natural gas for Australia’s east coast,” Mr Pugh said. “There is still plenty of gas remaining

in Bass Strait and we are working hard to unlock its full value. “More investment will be required for Victoria to maintain its reliable supply of natural gas, especially during winter.” The decision to expand operations has been made in response to a report by the Australian Energy Market Operator, released March last year. The Gas Statement of Opportunities report identified “scarcity risks” in the short-term for Victoria, with a major gas supply source expected to be depleted by winter 2023. The Longford Gas Plant, which refines gas as part of the GBJV, currently supplies 80 per cent of Victoria’s gas needs.

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School’s cause for celebration Stefan Bradley

SALE and District Specialist School last week awarded certificates to School Representative Council (SRC) nominees at the school assembly, with parents welcomed back after a long absence due to COVID and a guest appearance from the Member for Gippsland South Danny O’Brien. The assembly opened with an Acknowledgement of Country, then the students sang the national anthem. After a speech for the students, Mr O’Brien presented the certificates to the successful SRC applicants. Weekly awards were given out and birthdays from the past week were celebrated, but this time just one lucky student had the whole assembly wish them a happy birthday. Sale and District Specialist School principal Jamie Gay said that every year students did a

speech and their classmates could vote on who would represent them as school captain and vice-captain. “This year was video speeches as we weren’t allowed to go to every classroom,” Mr Gay said. “It was fantastic to see all these smiling faces, and it was the first time we had an assembly where all the students could join us and that we could invite parents too.” Mr O’Brien said he was pleased to be back at the school after COVID restrictions were lifted. “I want to acknowledge this fantastic facility and the leaders at the school,” Mr O’Brien said at the assembly. “Being in leadership is not an easy task, whether you’re a local member like me, a Student Representative Council member, or a school captain, but it is a great honour and a great privilege, so I congratulate you all and wish you good luck for 2022.”

Member for Gippsland South, Danny O’Brien presented SRC certificates at the assembly.

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Police Beat AT approximately 11.45am on Wednesday March 16, Sale Police intercepted a vehicle travelling 115km/h in a sign posted 70km/h zone on the Princes Highway, Kilmany, heading into the current roadworks area in Kilmany. The driver will receive a penalty notice for the amount of $772 and a loss of licence for six months. This is a timely reminder to obey the speed limit posted signs - especially around the Kilmany roadworks. The roadworks will continue for sometime and the signs are there to reduce the speed for the safety of all road users and the roadworks crews.

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SNUG AS A BUG ON A The Princes Highway, where buses, staff and parents turn into when they leave the school. Photo: Stefan Bradley “To their credit, none of the truck companies have been abusive to us and have indicated they’ll give their drivers a reminder.” Officer in Charge of Wellington Highway Patrol Ellane Clarke told the Gippsland Times that the police monitored school zones across Wellington. “We ran an operation on the 13th and 14th of February that targeted school zones across Sale, Rosedale, Yarram, everywhere. Periodically, we are going to continue to run school zone operations, which are usually done at the start of school terms,” Officer Clarke said. “We’ve done a lot of work in the Raglan Street area, and have worked with the council to have some signs changed, including in drop-off zones.

“At this stage, the signage is working better, but there’s always room for improvement. As Raglan Street is not a major highway, the police work with the council to change signs. For signs and speed cameras on major roads such as Princes Highway, Officer Clarke said they need to work with VicRoads. “We’ve got the flashing signs on that road, so I’ll discuss with VicRoads to discuss whether even bigger signs should be put up,” she said. Officer Clarke said that the option of a speed camera would need to be looked into. “You can’t just put a speed camera there, you have to put a full audit,” she said. “Once they’re there, they can be rostered to work at that particular time if it’s a suitable sight.”

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SALE and District Specialist School principal Jamie Gay has expressed concern about vehicles exceeding 40 km/h during school speed zone hours. The school is located on Princes Highway in Sale, and usually has an 80 km/h speed limit. Mr Gay said that as vehicles leave the school grounds, they must turn into 80 km/h traffic. “That’s fine outside the school speed zone hours, but you can imagine as a bus trying to get out during the school drop-off times that when vehicles exceed 40 during the school times, it makes things really difficult,” Mr Gay said. “We have 40 km/h signs on both ends clearly on display, and that’s for the benefit of the kids, staff and parents.” “We have a number of trucks that drive through during those school hours, so we just want people to recognise that the speed signs are there because this school is operating during those time frames.” Mr Gay hopes that the community receives this message before it’s too late. “We have vulnerable students here, so if we had anyone run out on the road and cars weren’t doing 40 km/h, there would be a fatality, there’s no doubt about it,” he said. “There have been a couple of close calls involving buses and parents when they drive out of the school grounds, or trucks have had to break hard because someone’s gone out a little early. “We just want everyone to obey the speed signs, otherwise they may lose their licence, and the zone is probably less than a kilometre, so it might add a mere minute to their journey. “We’ve asked police to monitor it, which has been great, and I’ve also spoken to truck companies if we can recognise their branding on the side of the vehicle and informed them that one of their trucks was speeding through the 40 zone.

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SALE’S popular Irish themed bar and bistro Jack Ryan’s had their St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Thursday, with Irish themed food specials, drinks and décor. Meals included Irish braised lamb chops, corned beef and seafood chowder. For drinks, the usual Guinness and Kilkenny on tap, along with Jameson and other spirits. A beautiful Guinness glass for customers marked the occasion. Bistro manager Rebecca Carroll said she has worked at Jack Ryan’s for three years. “I moved down from Melbourne and this is the place that I found and settled with, it’s a great pub with awesome staff, a nice kitchen, great environment and it’s slowly getting busier and busier,” Ms Carroll said. “The hard part at the moment is just trying to get the staff to meet the demand of customers, especially kitchen staff, we’re struggling with that and our poor staff on hand are working extra hard to help get us through. “We’re constantly looking for more staff, for more happy faces.” Outside the venue, Irish entertainer John Curran performed songs with Irish history. “I grew up in Ireland and have been here in Sale for five and a half years,” Mr Curran said. “The weather and sunshine here is amazing, in contrast to Ireland which would be having a top of six or seven degrees and having parades in cold

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Blue-green algae warning A BLUE-GREEN algae warning is in place for Lake Wellington. The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) advises that a blue-green algae bloom is currently affecting parts of the Gippsland Lakes and is recommending people exercise caution around the water. The type of algae currently affecting the Gippsland Lakes produces toxins that can concentrate in shellfish and crustaceans and accumulate in the liver and internal organs of fish. Ingesting blue-green algae toxins can lead to serious illness. The recommended advice is not to eat

shellfish such as mussels, crabs or prawns from anywhere in the Gippsland Lakes, and gut and gill fish immediately after catching for safe consumption. "Fish caught anywhere in the Lakes should be gutted, gilled and washed thoroughly prior to cooking, with the guts and gill discarded,” DELWP incident controller Ben Rankin said. Visitors are also urged to avoid any direct contact with water at Lake Wellington and exercise caution in surrounding areas. The recommended advice from Department of Health when it comes to Lake Wellington is to not consume mussels, crabs and prawns or come

into contact with water, including swimming, or allowing pets to swim or drink affected water. “This is a quickly evolving situation, and we encourage people to exercise caution if you notice blue-green scum in the water and take note of the signage in place at boat ramps, jetties and fishing spots,” Mr Rankin said. “We look forward to welcoming visitors to the Gippsland Lakes and want to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable stay.” Direct contact with blue-green algae can cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itchiness; sore eyes, ears and nose or, if swallowed, gastroenteritis, nausea or vomiting.

If you do come in contact with contaminated water, wash immediately in fresh water and seek medical advice if experiencing illness. Water from the affected areas should not be used for drinking, cooking or other domestic uses. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe for use. Pet owners should prevent pets from drinking or having direct contact with contaminated water. Information about blue-green algae is available on the DELWP website and from the DELWP Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

Program continues to be a driving force for learners Tom Parry MOST people will have memories of their mum or dad assisting them as a supervising driver while on their L-plates. The stalled engines, kangaroo-hops, near-misses and crunching of gears create lasting memories for all involved, even bringing people closer together. But not everybody's parents can assist their children in learning to drive, which is where the L2P Program comes in. Funded by the Transport Accident Commission, the free program provides learner drivers with a mentor and vehicle to help them achieve the 120 hours of supervised driving required to obtain their probationary licence. One of the drivers who has benefited from the program is 21-year-old Ebony Lily, who lives in the Wellington Shire. Ms Lily became involved because she didn’t have anybody in the area to assist as a supervising driver. “I had one hour on my L-book from five years ago, and given that the driving school prices are a little bit up there, I can’t afford to get all my hours up purely just through the driving school,” Ms Lily said. “So this free program, it sounded like a really great opportunity to help me get my confidence and my hours up.” Upon joining the program, Ms Lily was paired with her mentor Pam, who has been an “all-round supportive figure” for the aspiring P-plater. “(Pam has) been absolutely fantastic, I really have always appreciated her time,” Ms Lily said. “When I first started out, I wasn’t willing to go more than 20, 30kms an hour. “And now, I’m feeling really confident and ready to go!” There are currently 65 volunteer mentors participating in the program across the Gippsland region, covering Yarram to Orbost. Alongside Pam, one of those mentors is Len Lyndon, who lives and works full-time in Sale. Mr Lyndon has been part of the L2P Program for close to a decade, acting as a supervising driver for many L-platers. His past mentees have included drivers with learning difficulties, and a girl who was the eldest in a family of eight. “The youngest (child), when I met her, was still in a car seat, so Mum wasn’t willing to drive around with all the kids while (the driver) was learning,” Mr Lyndon said. Since participating, that same driver has obtained their licence, and in the words of My Lyndon, “has been going from strength to strength ever since.”

L2P participant Ebony Lily and mentor Len Lyndon. That story, and Ms Lily’s, are just two of the many successes in the program’s history. For the past 12 years, Mission Australia has been facilitating the program in both the Wellington and East Gippsland Shire areas. Program co-ordinator Cheryl Siely said that her organisation is proud of what the L2P program has done for young drivers. “L2P is an invaluable pathway for young people struggling to get their driving hours due to a number of reasons,” Ms Siely said. “As co-ordinator, I am really proud of the young learners who have participated in the program over the years and have gained their licences, particularly the young women who come from young backgrounds who I am still in contact with many years later.” Although most participants have joined due to

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Open Day showcases campuses GIPPSLAND Grammar’s two Sale campuses will host a combined Open Day on Saturday, April 2 offering families the opportunity to discover the advantages of a complete ELC to VCE education at the leading independent school. The School’s historic junior St Anne’s Campus which includes an Early Learning Centre offering three and four-year-old kindergarten programs – will be on show from 9-11am while the School’s senior Garnsey Campus on the Princes Highway will open from 11am-1pm. Principal Leisa Harper said Gippsland Grammar prided itself on offering the full education journey from kindergarten to Year 12 so it made sense to showcase this complete educational offering on a single day. “It’s not unusual for families looking at kindergarten options to have secondary schools in mind at that same time,” Mrs Harper said. “So it makes perfect sense for us to showcase the benefits of enrolling in a single school from ELC to VCE and we welcome families with children of all ages to explore both of our Sale campuses on the same day.” Mrs Harper will be joined by the School’s Leadership Team at the Open Day, which includes St Anne’s Head of Campus Jie Van Berkel, Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning Michele Wakeham and Acting Head of Garnsey Justin Henderson. Student leaders and teachers will also be on hand to welcome families to the state-of-the-art facilities, including the Year 3 and 4 Kukun Kalak centre at St Anne’s and the yet-to-be-opened Art & Design Building at Garnsey. Mr Van Berkel said the seamless transition from the Early Learning Centre through to the primary school and then secondary school was an invaluable part of the Gippsland Grammar experience. “That is one of the biggest elements of our School’s education valued by our families,” Mr Van Berkel said. “Transitions can naturally be a stressful time for some students but being able to wear the same uniform and to graduate to senior school with largely the same cohort of classmates makes a huge difference.” Gippsland Grammar school captain and Year 12 student Mia Mackintosh, who has been a student at Gippsland Grammar since ELC, said the two main advantages of such an environment had been maintaining the same friendships throughout as well as the ease in moving from junior to senior school. “I’ve developed many connections across all campuses at Grammar,” Mia said. “With friends I met in prep being some of my closest friendships now in Year 12 and teachers from primary school still keeping in contact as well. And moving from the junior campus to senior was such a smooth transition, which is a credit to the Year 7 orientation week making the daunting change a lot less intimidating.” Mia also reflects that being at a single school for her entire education has made her passionate about Gippsland Grammar’s traditions. “These include the annual Cultural Festival,

which is a day when I feel so inspired by the creativity and talent of my fellow peers across all year levels,” Mia said. “As well as sporting events such as the athletics carnival where there is always an unspoken attitude of giving everything your best.” A highlight of the St Anne’s Open Day will be the opportunity for families to explore the Early Learning Centre, which offers a three-year-old ‘Reception’ program and a four-year-old ‘Transition’ program and is notable for being rated as ‘exceeding’ the National Quality Standard.

At Garnsey, the School’s Boarding House will also be open for families to see what life is like when students both study and live on-campus, while the Rowing Program, Performing Arts Department and the exceptional Year 9 program will also be on show. Gippsland Grammar has more than 1100 students enrolled across its three campuses in Sale and Bairnsdale and includes a Boarding House and private daily bus options for students from East Gippsland to the Latrobe Valley. Complimentary coffees and a barbecue lunch will be available on the day.

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EVERY day, around 18 Victorians suffer a cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere, at any age, health or fitness level, often without symptoms. 76 per cent of cardiac arrests occur in the home. Only one in 10 survive. That’s where you come in. When bystanders act to call Triple Zero (000), begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and shock using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), the chances of survival increase by 72 per cent. The terms “cardiac arrest” and “heart attack” are often used interchangeably, but there are major differences between the two. A heart attack occurs when the heart is still beating, but blood flow decreases due to a partially blocked or clogged artery. The person may or may not lose consciousness. A cardiac arrest occurs when a person’s heart suddenly stops beating. A person in cardiac arrest will collapse and stop breathing normally and should receive CPR immediately. Cardiac arrest can occur without warning. It is triggered by an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). This malfunction can stop the heart from pumping blood around the body. Acting Paramedic Community Support Coordinator for Wellington Pauline Murcott said that every minute and every second counts, when it comes to cardiac arrest. “If you witness someone who isn’t breathing, has no pulse and is not responding, you need to give them chest compressions or shock using an AED,” Ms Murcott said. An AED is a light-weight, battery operated, portable device that you may have already seen in places you visit every day, including shopping centres, sporting clubs, gyms, or even your workplace. They are available to purchase from various providers. Ms Murcott and Ambulance Victoria are calling on all Victorians to register their AED if they have one, and to download the GoodSAM app to their smartphone. GoodSAM is a life-saving smartphone app that connects Victorians in cardiac arrest with responders and defibrillators in the critical minutes before paramedics arrive, and so far 15,000 Victorians have signed up to be GoodSAM Responders, but more responders are needed. Since the app launched in 2018, more than

50 lives have been saved thanks to GoodSAM Responders. Ms Murcott said there were approximately 100 public asset AEDs registered in the Wellington Shire. “They are available for public access, so if an alert is activated, they will be notified of the closest AED through the app, so the bystander can use it,” Ms Murcott said. “Public access means they’re mounted for public use and we believe that there's a lot more that aren’t registered with Ambulance Victoria.” Ms Murcott said that because many areas in the Wellington Shire are remote, public access to AEDs is imperative. “There is a geographic barrier to AED access caused by long distances, and we don’t always have 24-hour stations available,” she said. “We got community officers in Loch Sport, but not 24-hour paramedics, for example. We don’t always have paramedics available because they’re responding in another area. That’s why GoodSAM responders are so essential, as they can perform CPR or use the closest AED if they have their alerts activated.” The town of Yallourn North recently had an AED installed on the outside of Yallourn North Foodworks, which is registered to Ambulance Victoria and is accessible to anyone 24 hours a day. Ambulance Victoria Community Engagement Liaison Coordinator Cameron Rothnie said anyone can use an AED, regardless of whether they have received training to do so. “If someone is in cardiac arrest and an AED is available, simply open it and follow the verbal instructions,” Mr Rothnie said. “They are safe and easy to use and will not deliver a shock unless it is necessary.” Mr Rothnie also encouraged locals to register as GoodSAM Responders. “You will only receive an alert if you are nearby to the person in cardiac arrest. You will be given the address of the patient, along with the location of the closest defibrillator (if one is available), so you can begin lifesaving care while an ambulance is on its way,” Mr Rothnie said. “Anyone can save a life by downloading the GoodSAM App and knowing how to perform chest compressions or CPR. You don’t have to have experience or a medical background, you just have to be willing and able to do hands-on CPR, be over 18 years of age and have access to a smartphone,” he said. To become a GoodSAM, visit heartrestarter. com.au and be sure to download the GoodSAM Responder app to your smart device.

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Ingenuity at heart of decarbonisation plan

YOUR report on the front page of the Gippsland Times (15/3) was a brilliant example of the ingenuity taking place in the oil and gas industry to deliver our commitment to decarbonise as well as creating local jobs. The new Air Liquide facility being built next to Esso Australia’s Longford Gas Conditioning Plant will capture and reuse carbon dioxide extracted from Gippsland gas, processing and purifying it to food and beverage grade quality. Carbon dioxide is an in-demand gas in the food and beverage industry so you may soon find the bubbles in your beer glass come from this process, all the while reducing emissions. The oil and gas industry is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. Already our members have spent billions of dollars investing in technology such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and hydrogen production. Australians should be proud of the climate change commitments from an industry that has long delivered so much to our communities economically. But the extraordinary technological innovation occurring to get there is also worth highlighting. Projects like Esso Australia’s efforts show the real action taking place across the sector. Andrew McConville, Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association (APPEA) chief executive officer

Who will benefit?

FIRSTLY, I appreciate this opportunity to reply to the article “Truck Route is a Major Focus”, as published in the Gippsland Times (22/2/22). Freight Fast track has been listed as one of the four key priorities for the area. I’d like to ask the Wellington Shire Council and Mayor Ian Bye, “who is to benefit?” Truck routes are a ‘Major Focus’ for heavy vehicle operators, their financial stakeholders and the Labor government who receive significant funding from large transport operators. The redirection of heavy vehicles from Sale also redirects tourists and those passing through, financially impacting what is a dying, or at best, stagnating regional town. Loss of tourist money impacts business and industry, forcing our young people to leave the area to seek employment. Upgrading these roads increases the gross combination mass (GCM) so heavy vehicle operators can run at higher payloads, and carry more freight with the one prime mover, to their financial gain. By increasing the carrying capacity of these vehicles, increases the mass (weight) of their vehicles, and ultimately decreases the safety on all our roads. Upgrades to the bridges will enable High Performance Freight Vehicles up to 100 tonne in mass. This is almost double their current capacity! Wider roads, faster the cars, higher the payloads on heavy vehicles equals reduced stopping capacity. Remember this isn’t just about Sale and Myrtlebank Road, this is all our roads, Maffra, Stratford, Rosedale. We are putting these big transport operators profit margins ahead of our town.

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the event, underlining the company’s commitment to reduce its carbon emissions. of that process, that CO2 CONSTRUCTION has “When we look at decarbonisin officially commenced on point that it can be used has been purified to the new CO2 Purification Plant a are looking g our footprint, we for (the) carbonisation of beverages, for food at a range of different opportunities The structure will be builtat Longford. ,” water treatment processing, for medical use, for within the grounds Mr Pugh said. – many, many industrial of the existing Gas Conditioning “We want uses,” and store excess carbon-dioxid Plant to capture and so we to play a part in the energy transition, Mr Kehoe said. have quite a few things that “What would otherwise e. The announcement was we’re looking made at a sod-turning into, and this (plant) is just one of them.” into a beneficial product be a waste product turns ceremony last Friday morning that – and particularly Air Liquide Australia in the context of the Victorian at the same site by managing representatives from ExxonMobil director Tim Kehoe also spoke economy – goes who will jointly be constructing and Air Liquide, purification process.at the event, explaining the a lot of the local production and manufacturi to ng industries in Victoria.” ExxonMobil Australia chair the new plant. “We take the raw CO2 Dylan Pugh spoke at it through our industrial from the gas plant, run process, and at the end Continued page 5

Gippsland Times front page March 15, 2022 I ask the council, ‘what is the state government and these big transport companies, who are set to gain considerable financial benefit, giving back to our town? Julie Atkinson, Myrtlebank

Parking headache

AS a resident of Sale, quite often the subject of lack of parking areas for travellers arises. All too often holidaymakers drive straight through to Stratford or Bairnsdale. We have so much to offer in the retail and hospitality areas of Sale if we just had somewhere for them to take a break. My suggestion is that McMillan Park be developed into a travellers’ parking area with specific car and caravan only parking areas. This could incorporate areas for food vans and table and bench seating. With shopping and lake walks in close proximity this would be ideal for a stopover point, bringing patronage to our local businesses. This area is under utilised and would serve to benefit the people of Sale. I would love to stop here and take a stroll, but there’s nowhere to park. Let’s change this to, well there’s more here than l thought. Glad we stopped. Dennis Cooke, Sale

World’s first order objective should NOT be global warming

I READ with interest, Brian Measday’s letter in the Gippsland Times (15/3/22) regarding his views on the “Coalition living in the past.” It is indisputable that climate change is adversely impacting the world. However, it is equally obvious to me that climate change is - and will remain - a Second Order global concern, until such time that the out-of-control global population is reduced to a manageable level.

In the interim, if this First Order issue continues to be ignored, global warming will only get worse; in lock-step change resulting in even greater world population growth! Who then will emerge to be the international heroes to knock global warming from its pedestal? Women? Clerics? Scientists? Prime Ministers? Pragmatic men who unfailingly support the rights of all women? Or, all of these folk? Trevor Tucker, Sale

Victoria’s status as an economic powerhouse relies on regional areas

IT’S hard to describe what an incredible feeling it is to finally be able to move around our great state again and enjoy all Regional Victoria has to offer, whether it’s our beautiful towns, beaches, lakes, rivers, wineries, golf courses or restaurants. There’s no doubt it was a challenging summer for people right across Victoria, particularly tourism operators and small business in regional areas as many of the usual visitors stayed away because of the Omicron wave. And often business was hit with a double effect of not enough staff and having to turn customers away. But as case numbers have subsided and restrictions have been further eased, we’re all able to once again move freely around the state and this has been good for business. This was evident over the recent long weekend and we know autumn is a glorious time of year in Regional Victoria and extremely popular for tourists. We’ve also seen a significant shift in population to Regional Victoria during the pandemic as people have moved to hybrid working and taken advantage of the lifestyle offered outside of Melbourne. Small and medium business continue to form the backbone of Regional Victoria’s economy. Regional Victoria will play an important role in Victoria’s economic recovery and that’s why it’s a significant focus of the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s submission for the 2022-23 State Budget. After two difficult years, this will be a critical budget for Victoria as we look to turbocharge our economic recovery and move forward to create a state that is the best place to live, work, learn and operate a business. Business must play the leading role in our recovery and this Budget must enable, grow and ease the cost of doing business, so as to boost jobs and investment right across the state and not just in Metropolitan Victoria. That’s why a number of our 73 recommendations to the state government are centred on Regional Victoria. These include providing funding over four years for a business case each year for uninterrupted high-speed trains to the regions on dedicated lines from Southern Cross Station, starting with Ballarat, and begin collaborating with the federal government on a joint funding model for the project. Fast rail connections between Regional and Metropolitan Victoria would decrease commute time and improve the availability of labour in Victoria’s fastest growing regional centres.

A 45-minute commute between Ballarat and Melbourne could be a reality and provide the blueprint to rollout further highspeed trains to other regional centres to improve connectivity. The state government should also bring forward the work on Geelong fast rail. We also know that regional businesses are facing a lack of skilled, available workers alongside a long-term youth unemployment crisis. Regional areas also consistently report under-investment in services and feeling left out of metro-centric economic development plans. To address these issues, the Victorian Chamber recommends a targeted, industry-led ‘Work in the Regions’ initiative that focuses on industries experiencing acute shortages. The campaign would be a win-win as it would encourage new regional Victorians to take jobs in their local communities and businesses to train and unlock opportunities for local young people. Beyond business, Regional Victoria requires services that match the quality and responsiveness of those provided to communities in metropolitan areas. For example, the availability of early intervention mental health support and acute facilities in regional areas lags behind Melbourne. Targeted industry investment and procurement levers should also be used to ensure development in our regions. A $2 billion Regional Victoria Manufacturing Strategy and Fund will significantly boost our state’s manufacturing capabilities. This should also require reporting on regional procurement at the state and local government levels. And let’s not forget the economic boost that major events can provide regional areas. That’s why we are getting behind Victoria’s bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games because it will help showcase the regions. We’ve proposed a $200 million industry fund to attract new events to Victoria and that includes bringing more sporting and cultural events into regional areas. There’s never been a better time to support Regional Victoria’s greatest assets - its people and businesses that will play a critical role in ensuring we restore Victoria’s status as an economic powerhouse. Paul Guerra, Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive officer

Petrol price pain highlights electric fail

IF ever there is going to be a time for the Coalition Government to find, dust and affix an A1 level of urgency stamp on its Developing Electric Cars file - it is surely now. For years the federal government have projected an attitude bordering on disinterest, in relation to electric cars. The price of petrol has passed the point of being manageable. Electric cars are much needed as a counter to climate change that is currently causing such devastation down our east coast. The people of Australia will be aware that a federal government election is to be held in May. Brian Measday, Myrtle Bank, South Australia

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Migrants and refugees share hopes for ‘greener pastures’ in Gippsland  Sounds of Gippsland musical performance will take place on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at the Maffra Memorial Hall, Foster Street, Maffra at 2pm. Entry by gold coin donation, proof of vaccination status is required for entry.  Maffra Squash and Racquetball has returned to the Maffra Courts (behind Woolworths, Maffra). Monday night is

Greener Pastures is on at The Wedge in Sale on Thursday, March 24 as part of Cultural Diversity Week 2022.

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A MOVING film that documents the lived experience of migrants and refugees who live in Gippsland will be launched during Cultural Diversity Week 2022. With funding from the state government, Latrobe Community Health Service has partnered with production company StoryIsConnection to produce Greener Pastures, a short film that touches on the trauma, hope, courage and resilience of Gippsland's multicultural community. "A new life in other country, it's like… it's for greener pastures," Isabelita Garcia, one of the film's participants, said. Renowned arts director Catherine Simmonds produced Greener Pastures through engagement with migrants and refugees who attend multicultural friendship groups in Wonthaggi and Warragul. Those featured in the film courageously share their stories of settlement in Gippsland. "I have worked for 30 years with migrant and refugee communities, and I never tire of their stories," Ms Simmonds said. "I continue to learn through the lens of their

nights for squash. For more information please phone 5147 1030. Great family fun for all age. All players must be fully vaccinated.  The next meeting of the Maffra CWA branch will take place on Monday March 28, 2022, in the Maffra Recreation Reserve Function Centre, 6 Maffra Newry Road, Maffra, commencing with social time at 11am (grow bulbs for spring flowering, over two months), followed by a BYO lunch and the monthly meeting at 1pm. Competitions for March, best bloom or stem and something horse related.

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at Gippsland's premier performing arts centres. Attendees will enjoy a cinematic experience, and have the opportunity to hear from those who feature in the film during a panel discussion led by the director. LCHS multicultural strategic engagement coordinator Farhat Firdous encouraged the broader community to attend, to gain new perspectives and a greater understanding of the experiences of migrants and refugees. "After viewing the film, a friend said to me they have a greater appreciation for the power of hello," Ms Firdous said. "It is such a simple gesture, but we often take these things for granted. A small smile and quick hello can change a migrant or refugee's perspective about how they're being received in their new community. "We hope this film creates the space for more courageous conversations. Everyone can learn something from Greener Pastures; we encourage you to come along to an event near you and show your support for our migrant and refugee community."

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Esports event proves popular Stefan Bradley and Tom Parry

THE Australian Esports League (AEL) Wellington Cup took place at Sale Memorial Hall earlier this month. The free event, supported by Wellington Shire Council, attracted gamers and families of all ages to play video games for fun and competitively, with participants able to win from a prize pool of $1400 spread across the tournaments. The competitive spirit was alive in Wellington, with dozens of participants aiming to climb the ranks of popular titles Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Halo Infinite and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, with other games such as Rocket League and Just Dance available for freeplay. Sale resident and gamer Cassie Drumm attended the event with her 10 year-old and seven year-old. “I saw this event on Facebook and I follow Esports because I always play games and watch Twitch, so I thought it was a good opportunity to bring the kids down and introduce them to this community,” Ms Drumm said. “I’ve been playing games since I was about 12, and I’m 26 now, and their dad is competitive in Call of Duty, so I’ve been trying to get the kids into games, and they’re mainly into Fortnite at the moment. “My son just won his first round, he lost the second, but it’s such a motivation for him, he loves it, they’re both having a lot of fun.” Ms Drumm said she’d definitely go to future Esports and gaming events that come to the local area. “If this was an every year sort of thing, I’d always bring my kids to this, and I think if more people had known about it, there would have been an even bigger crowd,” she said. “I have a lot of friends my age who didn’t come, even though we play games every day but I just know that it’s a bit of an awkward thing for some people to go to these. “I’m driven by my kids, which helps a lot.” Tournament administrator Brendan Lu said the event had a great turnout. “It’s great to see a new community,” Mr Lu said. “We went to Warragul at one point and it had a similar turnout, so it’s great to see parents come here and watch their kids and they showed interest in the games as well.” “The kids are really into how the tournament works and how they can place first, second or third.” Mr Lu said he hoped the Wellington Cup would inspire others in the area to travel to tournaments or set up their own local Esports events. Australian Esports League chief executive officer Darren Kwan said the Wellington Cup will become an annual event after the positive response. “Attendees enjoyed hanging out with like-minded gamers, and a lot of them didn’t realise there were so many in the area that had common interests,” Mr Kwan said. “People were telling me they want another event this year, so we may have to figure out a different way to bring Wellington Shire gamers before the next Wellington Cup. Mr Kwan said the AEL was working to grow the Wellington Shire gaming community. “We want to drive access and participation in Esports to the area,” he said. For those who cannot wait, Mr Kwan said there are other events that gamers could participate in. “We got the online high school cup, which runs for five weeks each school term, and we want to support local events with games such as Rocket League, Overwatch, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Minecraft and others,” he said. Head to ael.org.au to learn more.

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A closer look at the competitive virtual world THE Super Smash Bros Ultimate Open tournament saw two competitive players from Melbourne compete in the grand final at Sale Memorial Hall. There were 22 players, with some of the rounds being live streamed on the Australian Esports League Facebook page, with commentary from shoutcasters Miguel De La Cruz, known as “Miggle”, and Jacob “Mado” Tutungi. A shoutcaster (caster for short) is someone who commentates on Esports events. Sebastian “SebPro101” Poli from Melbourne ended up winning the tournament, with his friend and fellow Melburnian Gilberto “UnReal Sora” Fraga taking second place. To progress to the next round, each player had to win a best of five games. Mr Fraga was the only one in the bracket that was able to win a game against Mr Poli, but Mr Poli ultimately ended up victorious in every round. Jack Stonehouse, a 14-year-old Sale local who competed under the name “Jacstablook”, took third place in the tournament. “A friend told me about the event, he said he thought I could win it, and this is my first tournament,” Jack said. “Everyone’s been really nice at this event.”

Jack “Jacstablook” Stonehouse from Sale finished third in the all-ages Smash Ultimate tournament. Photo: Stefan Bradley

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Gilberto Fraga, who competes in Super Smash Bros Ultimate under the name UnReal Sora, said that he and fellow player Sebastian decided to come to Sale from Melbourne the day before the event. “We were eating McDonald’s and Seb asked if I wanted to come to this tournament, and I didn’t have anything else on for the weekend. I was probably going to sleep until 10am, so I decided to come to Sale instead.” “Since petrol is so much we’re splitting the cost, but it’s great to be here in Sale to have some fun and play some games, people here have been so friendly.” “A lot of kids today like to play games online, so I think it’s good for them to meet up in person.” “I’ve been playing Smash Ultimate since 2019, and played weeklys at Pixel Bar and Cafe in Melbourne, and I’ll be going back to Melbourne after this to play another tournament.” Sebastian Poli, who competes in Smash Ultimate under the name SebPro101 ended up winning the Smash Ultimate tournament. “I started playing Smash competitively at tournaments at the end of 2016, currently in Victoria I’m ranked sixth, but last season I

Smash Ultimate tournament winner Sebastian “SebPro101” Poli (left) with runner up Gilberto “UnReal Sora” Fraga. Photo: Stefan Bradley

was third and life’s gotten in the way a bit, and across Australia before COVID I was 12th, and in that season that was cut short by COVID I was ranked sixth or seventh.” “Unreal Sora lives close to me so we practice together all the time, so we’re not rivals, we drove in together.” “AEL events are fun, the first AEL event I went to was in Sydney, and AEL usually does events over long weekends so it works well.” “It’s a fun event, I like the people, including the tournament organisers, and we got to discover a new town, Sale, and I hope the cocktails are good because that’s where we’re going to after this.” “I liked this bracket because it took place over a day, not over two days like some other events, which can be exhausting, and tomorrow (March 13) will be a Smash Bros Ultimate tournament for high school students so that will be good for those kids.” Also taking place was the Halo Infinite tournament. Nine teams competed in that event, featuring a variety of ages and skill levels, and some competitive Halo players had also travelled to take part.

Left to right: Commentators Miguel De La Cruz (“Miggle”) and Jacob Tutungi (“Mado”) during the Wellington Cup. Photo: Stefan Bradley

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Shakespearean romp gets an upgrade with A Midsummer Mechanicals’ Dream Mason Gasowski and Chris Asimos in Become The One.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream’s Mechanicals is at The Wedge on Saturday, March 26.

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Port Albert hosts concert PORT Albert's Festival of Small Halls event (pictured) will be taking place on Saturday, April 2 at the Port Albert Hall. Festival of Small Halls Australia is designed to be a regional event that brings the community together and to provide several tours through regional Victoria for established, up and coming artists in the traditional, contemporary and folk genres. Brought to Port Albert by Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA) in conjunction with Woodfordia inc, this event features performers from the 2022 Port Fairy Festival, Charm of Finches and Jack Carty. Opening the show will be local act Ella & the Fella. Ella Emberson is a 16-year old singer inspired by the classics and Australian music. She is accompanied on guitar by her dad. There will be a 'Welcome to Country' ceremony with Uncle Lloyd Hood Kurnai Elder of Gunaikurnai People. Councillor Garry Stephens has agreed to be MC on the night. Wellington Shire Council approved a grant to support PAPA in running this event. This is a community partnership event celebrating the Australian icon of the tiny hall, providing opportunities for a local emerging artists to perform alongside established, professional and acclaimed performers and receive career development and also offering a positive cultural, social, artistic and economic impact on Port Albert

and providing for local community and wider local areas folk from all walks of life to enjoy their traditional community gathering space. Port Albert Mechanics Hall has accessible entry (double wooden doors at front, ramp access) and accessible bathrooms (separate disabled toilet with ramp access). For more information, contact PAPA secretary Rhonda Cahill at portalbert progress@gmail.com Similar Small Halls events are taking place at the Heyfield Memorial Hall on March 31 and Loch Sport Public Hall on April 1. Head to festivalofsmallhalls.com for more information.

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THE Stratford Courthouse Theatre is preparing for a bumper week, with the iconic venue set to host three different events over four nights. According to Stratford Courthouse Theatre president Steve Laws, it is the busiest week the venue has seen in several months. “We virtually had nothing from mid-December through to the end of January," Mr Laws said. “Now all of a sudden, we find ourselves with three events in the one week!” First on the agenda is a screening of Girls Can’t Surf, hosted by the Court Film Society. The Australian documentary tells of the female surfers who overcame the sport’s institutionalised sexism to become champions in their own right. The film will be shown tomorrow at 7.30pm. Following that is the Singers Songwriters Storytellers performance evening on Friday, March 25. The event is a long-held tradition at the venue, making a return to the Courthouse after a long hiatus. Performances will commence from 7pm, with local musicians, poets and comedians expected to appear on the night. Finally, there will be a showing of Become The One on Saturday, March 26. This stage production is being brought to Stratford by Lab Kelpie Theatre Company, and focuses on a professional football player coming to terms with his sexuality. Mr Laws describes Lab Kelpie, which has performed at the venue before, as a high-quality company whose content challenges people’s thinking.

President Steve Laws outside the Stratford Courthouse Theatre. Photo: Tom Parry “Nobody’s going to walk away from this show the same as they were beforehand,” Mr Laws said. “It’s a little bit out there for a rural community, but that’s the sort of stuff that they do – to make people think about their lives, about the way they treat other people, and just get people out of their comfort zone, perhaps.” The show will begin at 7.30pm. To learn more about the Stratford Courthouse Theatre, or become a volunteer at the venue, visit www.stratfordcourthouse.com.au or call 0431 513 579.

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KEEPING Shakespeare accessible is a labour of love for the team at the Australian Shakespeare Company. Their latest effort gives the Bard’s artisans of laughter — A Midsummer Night’s Dream’s Mechanicals — a promotion to their own story. It’s a romp that’s bound to have audiences in stitches as Peter Quince, Snug, Nick Bottom, Francis Flute, Tom Snout and Robin Starveling lead audiences through a slick and silly series of blunders and nonsense. Vying to perform at the Duke’s wedding, they look to a bloke called Bill’s collected works for inspiration. These fools will have you rolling in the aisles as you watch them workshop some of the Bard’s most famous material. It’s Shakespeare unshackled, unplugged and loads of fun for the thespian or tradie in all of us! A Midsummer Night’s Dream’s Mechanicals is on at The Wedge, Saturday, March 26 at 8pm.

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Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 22 March, 2022 – Page 13

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etlands Point is a sensational opportunity to combine a prestigious residential address with a significant parcel of rural grazing land located within the township, with some of the best wetlands views and accompanying wildlife, you will see in Australia. The size of the land is 110 acres approximately, with a residential building site located at 104-110 Stevens Street Sale perched high on the hill, consisting of a brand new three bedroom, two bathroom brick home with a double garage, two living areas, walk-in pantry, gas central heating and split system air conditioning, decked alfresco area surrounded by pool safety glass taking in uninterrupted of views of the wetlands, virtually at your door step. The balance of the land is accessible via Stephenson Street, Sale and boasts some excellent grazing land surrounded by ‘Flooding Creek’ which is also home to some of the most incredible birdlife and wildlife. Privacy is a massive feature of this land, having a beautiful secluded home tucked away at the end of a sealed residential street and still have grazing land as far as the eye can see. 104-110 Stevens Street, Sale is available to purchase by expression of interest, closing on Friday, April 22 at 5pm with the selling agent. Genuine offers will be considered prior to the expression closure, so make an appointment to inspect today.

Brief details Property: y New three-bedroom, two-bathroom two-bath hroom brick home on 110 acres Address: 104-110 Stevens Street, Sale Inspection: By appointment Price: Expression of interest closing April 22 at 5pm Agent: g John Walker, Alex Scott & St Staff, taff, Sale, 0477 430 090

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Southern Rural Water has announced 100 per cent low-reliability water shares for the Macalister Irrigation District with the additional allocation due to the fact Lake Glenmaggie currently sits at 83 per cent capacity. Photo: File

A full allocation for the MID’s irrigators

SOUTHERN Rural Water has announced 100 per cent low-reliability water shares for the Macalister Irrigation District. Irrigators will receive 100 per cent allocation on their low-reliability shares this season, in addition to 100 per cent high-reliability water shares. Southern Rural Water announced the additional allocation increase after reviewing the current volume in Lake Glenmaggie. Water supply manager Simon Wilkinson said that with Lake Glenmaggie at 83 per cent full, there was plenty of capacity for Macalister Irrigation District farmers to complete their final irrigations before the close of the season on May 15. "Lake Glenmaggie is a highly reliable storage with a catchment four times the size of the

Thomson Dam, despite being only one-fifth its size," he said. "Irrigation demand had been slower this season, largely due to consistent rainfall throughout the season and a wet catchment. “We had confidence in the storage volumes to open the season with 100 per cent high-reliability water allocation. "Good inflows throughout the season has meant Macalister Irrigation District customers received spill entitlement up until December 15, using more than 8000 megalitres (ML) during this spill period. “This effectively allowed them to ‘reset’ their allocation for 100 per cent high-reliability water shares from December 15, 2021 onwards.” With the consistent rainfalls through the season

there has been a reduced demand on the irrigation system. This has seen one of the lowest delivery periods of recent times with only 63,000 ML being delivered to date. Mr Wilkinson reminded Macalister Irrigation District stock and domestic customers that the pipeline outlets, along with channel water, are not available when the irrigation system is shut down for winter. “Those relying on it will need to make alternative arrangements for the shutdown period between May 15 and August 15,” he said. Irrigators can contact the Water Supply team on 1300 139 510 for more information.

Young Farmers Scholarships are available YOUNG farmers across the state can now apply for the 2022 Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarships to help their careers grow and support their contribution to Victoria's vibrant agriculture sector. Launching this year’s scholarship program last week, Agriculture Victoria’s acting executive director of Agriculture Policy, Dr Julie Simons encourages young farmers to apply for the scholarships that will allow them to take the next steps in their agricultural careers. “In an industry that is undergoing constant evolution, fostering our young talent and giving them tools to thrive and succeed is vital,” she said.

Under the program, which has awarded 89 scholarships since 2015, eligible young farmers can boost their skills and careers with up to $10,000 each to upskill through training or education, and to invest on-farm or for further professional development. In 2021, 13 young farmers were awarded scholarships covering the breadth of Victoria’s agriculture regions and industries including beef, sheep, cropping, horticulture, dairy, viticulture and aquaculture. The scholarship program has supported these farmers to upskill in topics such as agribusiness, livestock management, and farm business management.

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A new whitepaper has been released which seeks to identify the challenges that stand between Australia and netzero2050, and suggests ways the Australian agriculture industry can take a leading role in reaching global targets. Photo: File A NEW whitepaper has been released which seeks to identify the challenges that stand between Australia and netzero2050, and suggests ways the Australian agriculture industry can take a leading role in reaching global targets. The whitepaper titled “Change at our feet – Australian agriculture’s role and responsibility in mitigating climate change” was developed in consultation with ten industry experts including policy makers, producers, scientists and entrepreneurs. The paper identifies several key challenges that must be overcome if Australian agriculture is to be a champion of change. Industry experts agreed that one of the biggest challenges facing our nation’s success in reaching net–zero, is that the federal government’s Long Term Emissions Reduction Plan relies too heavily on voluntary participation. According to the report, we can’t simply rely on market forces to bring about meaningful change. Strong leadership which develops impactful policy that promotes innovation and facilitates adoption at the farm–level is a critical success factor. Another issue presented is that Australia might be jeopardising its trading position by playing a passive role when it comes to developing international frameworks for carbon offsetting. Carbon Count chief executive officer Phil Mulvey was a key contributor to the report. He said that Australia should double down on

its leadership credentials in the carbon framework industry. “Perhaps more by accident than by intent, Australia has become a global leader in developing carbon offset programs, But there is a significant threat in us not actively pushing to assume a global leadership role in shaping the frameworks of the future,” Mr Mulvey said. “If Australia continues to play a passive role in the global conversation, it is increasingly likely that other countries will develop and dictate carbon emissions compliance terms instead. “Such external frameworks might not be suitable for the unique requirements of our landscapes and agricultural industry. “We would have to accept what is provided.” But meaningful change doesn’t happen in the boardroom, it happens on the land. The whitepaper examines the issues that must be overcome at the farm level. The report highlights the crucial role of soil and promoting soil health in regulating Earth’s climate, feeding a booming global population and creating actual climatic improvements rather than just positive trends on paper. Primary producers are highlighted as the caretakers of our nation’s biggest weapon against climate change; our soils. The report thus stresses the importance of supporting the agricultural sector through sound policy making, providing education into building soil

health and funding the necessary research to move us in the right direction into restoring soil security. According to Chris Russell, one of Australia’s leading agricultural scientists, research funds must be allocated in the right places. “I'm concerned that even if we hit our targets in terms of emissions, we still won't see an effect in terms of climate, especially agriculture in Australia, because we're not addressing things like transpiration, carbon in soil, all the things that change the small water cycle,” he said. “We need to spread our research dollars to give ourselves more options than perhaps quixotically think we're going to change the climate by changing emissions.” The whitepaper calls for appropriate policy support to enable and encourage timely uptake of emission mitigation practices and participation of the entire agricultural sector. Ultimately, practice change must be considered in the commercial reality that farm businesses exist in. Farms are commercial enterprises; climate positive activities must be commercially viable and easy to set–up and maintain. The report concludes that Australia can still become a leader in climate change mitigation if we create systems that are scalable and measurable, with as few barriers as possible that provide well–structured support and attractive incentives to encourage large–scale and timely adoption.

Farm Safety Creative Competition AGRICULTURE Victoria is partnering with Kidsafe Victoria to deliver another year of the Farm Safety Creative Competition. Launching recently, the competition encourages all farm safety heroes to get creative and design educational materials that promote injury prevention on the farm. The theme for this year’s competition ‘Farm Safety Heroes,’ focuses on how we can all play a part in making the farm a safe experience for everyone whether we live, work on, or visit a farm. Agriculture Victoria’s acting executive director of Agriculture Policy Dr Julie Simons said although farms are wonderful places for children to learn and grow up, they can also be very dangerous. “This initiative encourages children and adults to take an active role in farm safety in an interactive and fun way,” Dr Simons said. This year’s farm safety heroes can submit their choice of creative entry, including a video, illustrated story, comic strip, poster, collage or a radio advertisement. The winners will feature in a statewide farm safety education campaign designed to increase farm safety awareness among Victorian parents

and carers. Farms are unique environments which are often both a workplace and a home, and children often intersect with the workplace environment, either by helping with jobs or using the property for recreation. Common injury risks for children on farms include vehicles such as quad bikes, motorbikes and tractors, and incidents involving animals, water, machinery and poisons. According to the Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit, children under the age of 15 in Victoria’s outer regional areas are four times more likely to die due to injury than children in major cities. In 2020-21, 441 Victorian children under the age of 15 presented to an Emergency Department as a result of an injury on farm. The Farm Safety Creative Competition is open to all pre-school and primary school aged children in Victoria. The Farm Safety in Schools Campaign and Creative Competition is funded by Smarter, Safer Farms, a $20 million initiative to improve safety outcomes for Victorian farmers, their families, farm workers and visitors.

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

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

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

(03) 5143 9333

74 Macalister St, Sale or newsagents

Finance advanced in Victoria. Investments accepted. Interest paid: 4.75% +p.a. (03) 5593 3450

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Hardwood sawdust, $10 cubic metre, plus delivery. Phone 0427 890 319.

TOMATOES

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

MOVING HOUSE Everything must go. 75

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Meetings

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Clearing Sales

MAFFRA

9:00am, Saturday 26th of March 2022 13-17 Railway Pl, Maffra VIC 3860

Car advertisers

Lost and found All ‘found’ advertisements are published free. Simply provide the details of your find for publication. ‘Lost’ advertisements are paid.

The publisher reserves the right to refuse advertisements

CARPENTER

Fully qualified Quality work guaranteed Interior / exterior house / factory farm / commercial verandahs / pergolas decking Mobile 0400 647 111

Pensioner NS, ND, WWC, fully vaxed, Police check, seeks part time work. Anything considered. Phone 0432 818 905.

WINDOW CLEANER

Experienced. Free quotes. Phone 0481 257 826.

Newspaper Deliverers required for

Reeve St, Pearson St, Between Stawell and Raglan St's. Please phone Sam 5144 6513

STRATFORD

Gippsland Times

CASUAL DELIVERY PERSON Must be 11 years or over and have own bike. Tuesday only. Contact Lee Dugan 0419 518 277 Newspaper Deliverer re equired for

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required, min 10 hours per week. Must be reliable and experienced. Heavy lifting required. Call 0412154424

Please phone Sam 5144 6513

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Meetings Items: Strike trailing hey rake veg condition. John deer 7530 veg condition. John deer 854 premium round baler. Vicon 1601 combo bailer plus wrapper 2006 model Vicon round bailer 2160veg condition Conner Shea offside 24 plate discs with new plates. 2003 Voles wagon refrigerated food transport vehicle LT 46 240000km. 1996 Mitsubishi canter truck. Volvo cattle truck with 25” movable partition and side load stock create. Isuzu 500 2001 model veg condition 5 horse truck fridge, microwave, shower etc. X2 Dingo digger with attachments trenching plus auger 4 in 1 bucket blade plus lawn leveller UD tray truck. 600 Ltd TTI diesel tank with hose and pump. Cox ride on mower. Soft silage grabs. Elite trailing silage feed out cart. Gas fired scare gun. Steel strap bundling machine. David brown selector mattic 880 tractor with irrigation pump. Milk pump 7.5 kva. International tip truck 1969. Grader blade. 400 Ltd boom spray 4.2 boom brand new pump. Lifting jib. Polly master Calf feeders x4. Victor ouch mower super 24” cutting deck. David brown tractor with blade. Double Horse float. Ford EF sedan very good condition low kms. Rodeo 4x4 twin cab ute in good condition. Allflex livestock scanner. Hip clamps. Head bail. IBC 1000ltr containers. Roof top camper. Old Masse

Ferguson. David brown 25 Petrol tractor. Massey Ferguson Petrol tractor. 60 mtr chain mesh fencing. Assorted lots of bricks and pavers and retaining wall blocks. Tyre Charing machine. Camping trailer. Yamaha 4x4 motorbike. Kia cvvt car Low kms near Rd worthy condition. Cement mixer. Vintage safe Vintage wooden ladders Antique tea chest vintage milk cans old hand tools horseshoes and more Assorted desks and tables Metal shelving and lockers Filing cabinets 5meter conveyer belt Roller doors 2.7m great condition. 114-pound anvil. Vicon mower parts. skids and blades cogs ect. Fiat, Ford, deutz, new Holland tractor parts and accessories including Filters belts gaskets radiator hoses and more. 100 Ltd spray tanks. Silvern high pressure spray fittings. Large assortment of nuts and bolts washers large and small Irrigation pipes and flanges Assorted Hay rake tines Tractor stands Trailer lights Various PTO shafts. 32-volt vintage generator. Hydraulic lifter. Seed drill not working. Hyster forklift not going. Various shelving. Dautz tractor sunroof. Stock crat to fit twin tray. Rapid Spray 1500 litter water Tank brand new. GEC AFL Induction motor (working). Right hand operation cattle crush good condition. 1-ton super spreader x2. 500kg Super spreader.

Sale Netball Association Annual General Meeting

Wednesday March 30, 2022 to be held at

GRSC, Sale

Food Will be catered by Maffra Car club and The perky grind Elders Maffra Jim Reeves 0473 469 186 Pat Feeney 0400 790 035

Nicky Reeves 0409 454 371

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All SNA Members and Life Members are invited to attend the

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

DAIRY FARM WORKER

CAFE 3858

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

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Is seeking a permanent part time front of house and a permanent part time kitchenhand staff member. The position is from Wednesday to Sunday, no evenings. You must be motivated, friendly, enthusiastic and keen to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience preferred. If this is you, please send your resume to: cafe.3858@hotmail.com

CLASSIFIED GUIDELINES

Photographs for Death and In Memoriam notices will cost according to the space they use. Please email high resolution images to classifieds@gippslandtimes.com.au as we cannot accept photos on a memory stick.

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Situations Vacant

Thompson Timber Saddlery and Grain Clearing Sale

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at Tinamba. Please call 0439 451 077

PART-TIME

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Looking for a lifestyle change? Wanting to be your own boss? with experience required

PAINTER

Heyfield Newsagency

Photographs

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AGM Briagolong Team Penning

BARBIE

Business Opportunities

First time in town. Japan. 23yo size 6, young hot body. 0498 039 676 Local tradesman, 15 yrs SWA8038XE experience. New houses and repaints, dble vaccinated, no job too big or too small. Phone Steve 0499 345 384.

before 9:30am Monday

More options for placing classifieds in person

Gippsland Ph. Dave 0418 202 202

Inc. will be holding their McAdam St Maffra. 150 x 38mm. From $26.00 Household items and fur- AGM at the Briagolong Hotel at 6.30pm on each. Ring 0427 890 319 niture 8.30 start. 1/4/22, with dinner, and meeting to follow. All Livestock welcome.

Tuesday’s paper

CREDIT CARD FACILITIES We accept

HORSES WANTED $$$ Cash Paid $$$

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Deadlines for

Friday’s paper

Wanted To Buy

Back selling tomatoes at 2958 Bengworden Rd, Perry Bridge. Round and Roma tomatoes, capsicums and a range of Briagolong and District For Sale vegetables. Phone: 0458 Pony Club will be holding 060 949. their AGM on March 22 at Maffra Sports Club. 6pm for dinner, 7.30pm for FRIDGE, top mount 239L, Garage Sales meeting. All interested runs great, 2yo. $70. persons welcome. Phone 0412 676 005.

RAILS Hardwood stockyard rails.

E-MAIL

(03) 5144 7308

IN PERSON

Farm Mortgages Ltd

For Sale

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Please arrive by 6:45pm for a 7pm start SNA requests the following to attend the AGM: ● One representative from each registered Monday night competition team ● One representative from school and club teams who have a minimum of 2 teams in the Saturday competition All SNA committee positions are open for nominations for the 2022/23 SNA Committee. Please email salenetball@gmail.com with any queries or for a nomination form. Nomination forms will be available to Team App.

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Gippsland Times deliverers needed, one morning per week for the following Sale rounds: Raglan / Templeton McCole / Overend Raglan / Buckley / Hoddle Dawson / Nicholson Jackson Ave /Bowman Dve Gibsons Rd

Phone Sue 0403 006 347

ROOFER WANTED For tile roof repairs.

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Situations Vacant

Unskilled casual work $30p/h

Seeking operations assistants for our small and passionate botanical health product business in Heyfield. The casual and part time roles involve packing and labelling products, order fulfilment and keeping the space clean and organised. We value autonomy and flexibility, and can accommodate flexible working hours. No specific skills are prerequisite as you will undertake paid training, however we are looking for motivated, resourceful people who can work autonomously. The casual pay range for the role is $30-40 per hour, depending on experience and performance. There are opportunities to grow into managerial positions for the right candidates. Please email cover letter and CV to leif@hazelwoodherbals.com

VEHICLE DETAILER / YARD HAND

Sale Motor Group is pleased to offer a full time position as a vehicle detailer / Yard hand. Experience is preferred but not essential. The successful applicant will be: ● Reliable ● Punctual ● Have manual drivers licence ● Be able to work unsupervised. ● Have attention to detail ● Have strong work ethic To apply forward your cover letter an resume to: terry@salemotorgroup.com.au

Immediate start. Phone 0408 355 783.

Installers Required

Showers, robes, mirrors and splashbacks. Gippsland Location. We are an Australian owned and operated company with a proud history in design and manufacturing of shower screens and wardrobes. Our extensive customer base includes the major home builders in the Gippsland region. Residential construction in the Gippsland region is expanding and will continue to grow. We currently have positions available for sub contract workers and tradespeople. Experience in carpentry, building, glazing or the like is preferred. Training provided. Immediate start and ongoing work available. Own van and tools will be required. Head office in Melbourne.

Facilities Manager

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St Thomas' Primary School

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

EDUCATION SUPPORT OFFICER

0.77 FTE FIXED TERM REPLACEMENT POSITION (5 days per week - 8:45am-3:15pm) Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the above fixed term Education Support position to commence on April 27, 2022 and ending January 26, 2023. This is a position under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2018. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. They will possess the skills and abilities to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning. The successful applicant will provide appropriate COVID-19 Vaccination Information to be collected, recorded and held by the. School prior to their on-site attendance. For further information regarding this position and an Application for Employment form please contact: reception@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications and resumes can be forwarded to Mrs Anita Little: Email: alittle@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications close Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 4.00pm.

Please contact 0414 318 299

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- HEYFIELD ANNUAL AUTUMN STORE CATTLE SALE 1600

Thursday March 31, 2022

SALE 1: 11.00AM Nutrien EGL Hey eld Saleyards

Leading community services organisation Salary packaging, and competitive sector remuneration

1600

SALE 2: 1.00PM Seaton Selling Complex

Physical Education Teacher

Lead Family Services Practitioner, Homes 4 Families Max term Full-time until February 2024 Multiple Positions - Morwell location Contribute to the implementation of a new housing, homelessness & family services initiative supporting vulnerable children & families who experienced homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more For more information and contact information for this role, visit vt.uniting.org or contact Paul Sheppard on (03) 5144 7777

IT Support Desk Technician

Homelessness Case Coordinator (H2H) Program Full-time (76 hours per fortnight), Max term until September 2022 Flexibility to work 3 days in Sale and 2 days in Morwell Join our team and make an impact by responding to the needs of community members experiencing homelessness. Learn more For more information and contact information for this role, visit vt.uniting.org or contact Darren Shaw on (03) 5144 7777 Interested? If this sounds like you, apply today via our website vt.uniting.org and submit: Cover Letter (1 page outlining your suitability for the position) Current Resume (no more than 3 pages) P

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66.60ASTRA

PHARMACIST WANTED

Apprentice Plumbers

Laser Plumbing Sale have opened an exciting opportunity for motived individuals to join our team in the positions of apprentice plumbers. To be successful in this role, you will have: ● Enthusiastic positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn ● Ability to listen, follow direction and retain information ● Demonstrate honesty and integrity ● Punctual and well presented ● Commitment to apprenticeship completion (4 years) ● Ability to use technology (use of our mobile app is a daily part of the role. Don't worry though, training will be provided!) The successful candidates will receive: ● On-going support and mentoring paired with the opportunity for additional training and career development ● Variety of experience including all aspects of gas, domestic maintenance, and commercial construction plumbing ● Secure full-time employment including post apprenticeship ● Above awards wages, social functions, uniform /boots plus annual replacements Please apply now by forwarding your resume and cover letter to: s.robinson@laserplumbing.com.au or alternatively in person at 361 Raglan Street, Sale VIC 3850.

Pharmacist to work Mondays at Direct chemist Outlet, Maffra. 9am-5 or 6pm. Join our friendly, efficient, professional team, in a great country pharmacy. Great $$$, extra days available. Phone Wendy Naidu 0427 150 004 or email resume to: maffra.pharmacy@gmail.com

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PHARMACIST

A position exists for a full or part-time Pharmacist at Findlay & Weymouth Pharmacy in Sale. You should be able to work well without constant supervision, be well spoken, well presented and sympathetic to the needs of customers. The ability to work under pressure and work well with others is essential. Applications should be POSTED TO: Pharmacy Assistant Findlay & Weymouth Pharmacy 275 Raymond St., Sale Vic., 3850

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SAVAGE Swift Car Topper Tinny with new 8HP Mercury motor, fold-up trailer, floatation bags and extras $3500 o.n.o. Phone 0425 712 861.

CDX, 2008 Manual. Side, front, curtain airbags, ABS brakes, manual. WSN418. Phone 0417 505 364

HYUNDAI EXCEL

1996, complete car, no reg. or r.w.c. Vin. No. KMHUA21NPTU124828 $1000 o.n.o. 0412 448 850.

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St Thomas' Primary School

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

Advertising Consultant Sales

The Gippsland Times is your local newspaper, distributing our publications throughout the Wellington Shire and beyond. A position has become available for a sales consultant in our advertising department. The department is responsible for managing and exceeding set targets set out by management, maintaining a strong client base throughout the local community and through the print and online medium, working to strengthen and promote local businesses. We are seeking an individual with the following positive attributes: ● Must work as part of a team. ● Organised and able to work to deadlines. ● Be motivated as well as goal orientated. ● Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. ● The ability to work unsupervised. For a copy of the position description, please email Advertising Manager, Matthew Fitzgerald: mfitzgerald@gippslandtimes.com.au or phone 5143 9309. Applications addressing the positive attributes along with the names and contact details of three referees should be forwarded to: The Advertising Manager Gippsland Times 74 Macalister Street, Sale 3850 Or via email: mfitzgerald@gippslandtimes.com.au Applications close 5pm, Thursday March 31, 2022.

We are seeking a reliable school bus driver for morning and afternoon school bus runs - Darriman to Sale route You Must: ● Be available to work spit shifts, ● Demonstrate flexibly and adapt to changing traffic and weather conditions, ● Have good communication skills, ● Work well in a team and individually, The following qualification are Manadatory: ● Working with Children Check, ● School Bus Drivers Certificate, ● Min. MR Licence. Please Note: The successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check, at your expense. Applications to: If you feel you have the skills & attributes to be an integral part of our team, please apply now with your current resume, cover letter and the contact details of 2 referees to: Tracey Cox Turnbull Toyota 303 York Street SALE VIC 3850 e: recruitment@turnbulls.com.au Applications Close: Please apply now as we are interviewing for immediate start

- TERM TWO 2022 MUSIC/PERFORMING ARTS TEACHER

0.51 FTE ONGOING (2.5 DAYS PER WEEK) Music/Performing Arts position commencing on April 26, 2022. This is a position under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2018.

CLASSROOM TEACHER

(PART TIME) 1.0FTE Casual Relief Teacher - FIXED TERM Fixed term teaching position commencing on May 2, 2022 and ending June 26, 2022. This is a position under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2018. Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the above positions. The successful applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. They will possess the skills and abilities to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning. The successful applicants will hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration and appropriate COVID-19 Vaccination Information to be collected, recorded and held by the School prior to their on-site attendance. For further information regarding this position and an Application for Employment form please email: reception@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications and resumes can be forwarded to Mrs Anita Little Email: alittle@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications close Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 4.00pm.

Work for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS)

Data entry Officer / Assistant Finance Officer Based in Sale, Vic - Part time (0.8)

Proudly serving Australians since 1928, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides emergency aero medical and health services for people in rural and remote Australia. RFDS Victoria supports the work of the Flying Doctor throughout Australia and is also growing its services across the State. https://www.flyingdoctor.org.au The Role This position will report to the Data Integrity Manager/ Facilities Coordinator and is the link between the Operations Centre and the Financial Accounts. It ensures that all patient record information pertaining to non-emergency patient transport undertaken for Ambulance Victoria is accurately entered into a database to enable reporting and analysis on a timely basis. Key Selection Criteria ● Data Entry experience ● Accounts payable and accounts receivable ● Intermediate Excel ● Excellent Communication skills This is an exciting opportunity to work for an iconic Australian charity that promotes a supportive and inclusive working culture, offers a flexible working environment and attractive employee benefits. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for email a copy of your resume and a cover letter to phoebe.williams@rfdsvic.com.au by COB 25th March 2022 outlining your suitability for the role, in line with the key selection criteria above. Please note applications received without a cover letter won't be considered. RFDS is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

A fantastic opportunity for suitably qualified

Early Childhood Educators

to join our Centre on FULLTIME and CASUAL basis. Our growing team is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated early childhood educators to join us. We cater for children aged birth to twelve years and provide a range of additional services to our children and families in the community. Due to continued growth and expansion of our service we are looking to build on our already established team of highly motivated, professional Educators to continue our journey in a great workplace environment. Our Educators must be passionate about achieving quality outcomes for children, their families, and our community. You must be highly motivated, enthusiastic and have proven Early Childhood skills. If you would like to work in a community run not for profit centre who value and appreciate their staff, then this is the centre for you! Some of what we offer: ● Above award wage ● Excellent facilities and resources ● Ongoing professional development training Successful applicants must: ● Hold a qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care OR are working towards a qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care. ● Be passionate and enthusiastic about Early Childhood Education ● Have strong leadership, communication, and organisation skills ● Have a Working With Children Check. Further enquiries to the Centre Director on 5144 6952 Applications Close: Friday 8th April 2022 Please contact the centre to receive a position description and email your updated CV to brendon.ronan@gumnutselc.vic.edu.au. Gumnuts is committed to child safety Gumnuts acknowledges the Gunaikurnai people as the traditional custodians of the land of where Gumnuts now is. We pay respect to their Elders past and present and emerging.

East Gippsland Victoria Casual Bus Driver Vacancies

The Dyson Group of Companies is a family owned organisation and industry leader, which provides quality coach and bus services across Australia. Due to a recent expansion, Dyson's are looking to recruit casual drivers living in and around East Gippsland including in Morwell / Maffra / Sale / Bairnsdale / Stratford / Rosedale and Lakes Entrance. If you live outside these areas, and you wish to pursue an exciting career within the Dyson Group, please apply. Our Bairnsdale and Sale / Maffra Depots currently have casual bus driver vacancies. Reporting to the Depot Manager, the successful applicant will require (or be willing to obtain) a current Heavy Vehicle License, Vic Drivers Certificate, as well as a Victorian Working with Children Check. Our casual drivers have the potential to cover a variety of work including school runs, local route services, V/Line route services, charter (day and extended tour). There are opportunities to progress to full time roles for the right candidates. Full on the job training and company uniform will be provided on commencement and an excellent rate of pay is offered. Company expectations include: ● Picking up and setting down passengers as per service within the specific time schedules. ● Provide a high level of customer service at all times. ● Have a strong focus on safety. ● Professional driving manner. Please forward any enquiries to Rich Dyson (03) 5144 2623 If you would like to apply for this position, please forward a 1 to 2 page summary of your experience to Mathew Squires, Regional people and Culture Advisor. regionalcareers@dysongroup.com.au

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Cars

Engagements

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TOYOTA Camry Hybrid sedan, 4 cyl., 2.5L petrol/ elec. FWD, auto, blue, date of man. Dec. 2013, Jan. 2023 reg., very clean, rev. camera, 40,000kms, fog lamps, $22,000 neg. Phone 0490 668 014.

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Birthdays

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BIRTHDAY

GREETINGS

WANTED

Engine for 1985 BMW sedan. Ph 0456 422 666.

(size 1column x 6cm)

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Catholic College Sale Every Student, Every Day

Head of Library Art/Technology Teacher Student Counsellor

Deaths

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COLE (nee Curry) Noreen Margaret Passed away peacefully at home on 17th March 2022. Adored wife of Stan. Loving mother of Brian, Trevor, Helen, Christine (dec.), Nola and Marlene. A loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Forever in our hearts. DOOLAN, Paul David. 25-2-1980 - 2-3-2022 Loving eldest grandchild of Elva and Arch(dec.). Dear friend of Athol, loving nephew of Barry, Dawn, Heather, Julie and Alison and families. Please fold your arms around him God, Don't leave him alone, but love him in Heaven as I did here. Rest in Peace.

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SANDERS, Dorothy (Joy) HATFIELD, Passed away peacefully Nadene Louise at Central Gippsland Passed away unexpectedly on March Health Service on March 14, 2022. 16th 2022. Aged 84 years. Aged 48 years. Loved mother of Baydn Loved wife of Keith (dec.). Cherished mother of Lyn and Ruby. and Rob, Trudie and Rob Loved daughter of Sandra and Warren. May Hatfield (dec.) and Adored Nan to Kate, Airley, Grace, Jake, John Geoff Hatfield. Sister of David and and their partners. Treasured Gee Gee to partner Chris. Archie, Emelia, Sienna, Harry and Amarli. Loved partner of Merric. You touched so many DOOLAN, Paul. lives and left an imprint on Your parting was so our hearts, creating sudden, no chance to say memories we will forever goodbye. cherish. Rest in peace with your Dad now by your side. Now at peace. Love and remembrance. - Barry, Gina, Clinton, SANDERS, Joy. Lauren, River, Cody, Sale Netball Association Brendan, Mel, Harriette, were saddened to hear of Jimmy, Ben, Julia, Mia, the passing of life member Joy Sanders. Joy was a Jack and Jon. highly valued member of SANDERS, Dorothy (Joy). the Association and we Passed away March 14, are grateful for her many 2022 at Central Gippsland years of contribution. We Hospital. extend our sincere Dearly loved sister of condolences to daughter Colin (dec.) and Pam, Trudie, granddaughter Marg and Ken (dec.), Kate and their extended Daph and Garry, Val and families. Kev. Loved aunty to 12 nieces McLEOD, Anthony William (Tony). and nephews. Born December 25, 1957 Sleeping peacefully and Passed March 14, 2022. no more pain Much loved and loving son of Doreen and Don (dec), loved brother of Duncan, Brenton (dec.) and Elizabeth (dec.). Loved brother-in-law of Barbara and much loved uncle to Declan, Kane and Jamie. Great friend to Jo and adored 'Pa' to her children Levi, Xavier and Matilda. RIP

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Personal Care Assistants Enrolled Nurses (Endorsed) Registered Nurse (Division 1) Hospitality Assistants Housekeeping Assistants Royal Freemasons Sale is seeking dedicated staff that have passion and drive to support older Australians to continue enjoying the life they choose. We have permanent part time (3 to 5 shifts per week) vacancies across 14 days' rosters or take up casual and work when you want! ● State-of-the-art home, built to unite families and friends ● Leading not-for-profit organisation where you are truly valued ● Generous salary packaging options to increase income ● Must have covid-19 vaccine (mandatory in industry) ● Police Check Clearance DIS Workers Screening Check ● Food Handlers Certificate (online 2 hour course) ● Be available at least 3 days per week To apply for these roles please email your resume or interest to recruitment@royalfreemasons.org.au or drop off a resume 28 Surkitt Blvd, Sale VIC ● ● ● ● ●

SANDERS, Joy. Sale Netball Association were saddened to hear of the passing of life member Joy Sanders. Joy was a highly valued member of the Association and we are grateful for her many years of contribution. We extend our sincere condolences to daughter Trudie, granddaughter Kate and their extended families. COLES, Gary Iden (olé KING COLESY) 07/01/1956 - 15/03/2022

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BROWN A graveside service for Mr Richard Walter (Dick) Brown will be held at the Maffra Lawn Cemetery on SATURDAY (March 26th, 2022) commencing at 11am. Please visit our website for the livestream of Richard's service.

BROWN, Richard Walter (Dick) 4-12-1959 - 12-3-2022 P a s s e d a w a y unexpectedly at home in Maffra. Beloved son of Jim (dec.) and Maureen. Loved brother of Ted (dec.), Peter and David (dec.). Brother-in-law of Lyne and Julie. A loved uncle and great uncle. R.I.P. BROWN Richard Walter (Dick) I had three brothers and now it's just me. You and Ted left me within eight months of each other. I'm feeling so broken hearted. Reunited with Jim, Ted and David. I will miss you. R.I.P Brother

COLE (nee Curry) In accordance with her wishes, a private cremation will be held for Mrs Noreen Margaret Cole.

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I will miss our short phone calls and messages, but mostly I will miss you. Happy family memories of you and Ted that we will HATFIELD cherish forever. Funeral arrangements for - Love Julie Ms Nadene Louise Hatfield are not yet Thank you for the laughs confirmed. Please visit our and the great memories, website or contact:always loved, never forgotten. Fly high Uncle Richard xxxx - Melissah, Rob, Jack and Indiana, Lauren, Ella, Marty, Makayla and Khya, Emma, Justin, Finn, Lacey and Bonnie, Jayden, Kath, Georgia, McLEOD. Kobe and Imogen. The funeral service for Mr Anthony William McLeod BROWN will be held at Geoff Richard Walter Thinking of our happy Rossetti Memorial Chapel, memories we all have of 1390 Maffra Road, Sale you. You were one of a (next to Sale Cemetery) kind. Another link in the on FRIDAY (March 25, 2022) commencing at family broken. 1:30pm. Rest in Peace. Keep on truckin'. A private cremation Never to be forgotten. will follow. Love always - Ted (dec.), Lyne, Kylie. Lisa, Nigel, Matt (Blu) and For those unable to attend, a "Facebook Live" families. broadcast of the service Much loved uncle, great will take place https://www.facebook. uncle, and great great com/gippslandfuneral uncle of Kylie and Mark, services Jemma, Klaze, Zaylen and Jayla, Laura, Dowdy and bubs, Rhys, Lilly and Olivia.

Dearly loved husband of Pam. Adored Dad and Poppy Gary to Rachael and Daniel, Culbert, Vadyn, Miley, Peyson and Kaley, Brendan and Pepper Coles, Alyssa, Sophie and Hannah, Ryan Coles and Our memories and stories Meg, Olivia and Henry. we will treasure. On the final stretch of the Youngest son of Ray & highway now to the great Betty (both dec.), brother Pearly Gates. to Peter and Pat Coles, When you get there have Diane and L a u r i e a drink with dad for me Venturoni. and tell him I miss him, but I'm OK. Devoted Son-in-law to Rest easy, I will look out Bob and Pat (dec.) Burns. for Nan and Peter. Like a shadow in the moonlight Like the whisper of the seas Like the echoes of a melody Just beyond our reach In the shadow of our sorrow Past the whisper of goodbye Love shines through eternity A heartbeat from our eye

SANDERS The funeral of Mrs Dorothy Joy Sanders will leave our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road Sale (next to Sale Cemetery) after a service commencing at 1.30 pm on WEDNESDAY Rest in peace, Uncle (March 23, 2022) for the Richard. adjoining Sale Lawn A good man gone too Cemetery. For those soon. unable to attend, a - Love Lisa and Kynan "Facebook Live" broadcast of the service will take place: https:/www.facebook.com /gippslandfuneralservices

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BARR, Robert. The family of the recently departed Robert Barr would like to invite friends to a graveside farewell on Saturday 26th March at 4 pm at the Maffra Cemetery. This will be followed by a sun-setter at the Maffra Community Sports Club.

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Wrap-up of lower grade deciders Gregor Mactaggart COLLEGIANS secured the Second Grade premiership courtesy of a seven-wicket win against Heyfield at Heyfield. Lakshay Panwar (4/23) and Hudson Holmes (3/8) did the damage with the ball for College as the Kangaroos mustered 120 after being sent into bat. Damien Birss top-scored with 31 for Heyfield, while Rory Smith hit three boundaries in his 23. Collegians’ chase got off to a tough start when Peter Berryman reduced them to 2/4. When Matt Foster (18) was the third batsman to fall on 38, Heyfield were in the game, but the class of Adrian Burgiel and Sam Anderson turned the game. Burgiel scored an unbeaten 54, while Anderson finished on 41 not out from 47 balls as Collegians overhauled the target with 11 overs to spare. Berryman (2/29) was the pick of the Heyfield bowlers. STRATFORD completed a brace of club premierships with a 16-run win against Collegians in the Third Grade grand final at Maffra. Tom Boyd scored a valuable 58 as the Redbacks posted 7/152 from its allotted 40 overs. Boyd was at the crease for three minutes shy of two hours, facing 95 deliveries. A 70-run stand with Adam Russell (28) lifted Stratford from 3/28 to a much more comfortable 4/98. Boyd and Ben Dekkers (26) then added 38 to put the Redbacks in a strong position. The evergreen Sam Dawes (2/33) was the lone Collegians bowler to claim multiple wickets. College was bowled out for 136 in reply despite seven batsmen reaching double-figures. Captain Nick Anderson top-scored on 32 as six batsmen finished with scores between 10 and 15. Spearhead Jonathan Boyd (2/19), Nathan Thomas (2/27) and Yash Sachar (2/29) impressed with the ball for Stratford. HEYFIELD won the Fourth Grade premiership with a three-wicket victory against RosedaleKilmany at Maffra. Rosedale-Kilmany posted 7/122 from its 40 overs after electing to bat. Darcy Ross (28), Guy McGrath (21) and Ian Freshwater (20) got starts for the Warriors. Bronson Darlington produced his best spell of the season when it mattered most, taking 4/16 from seven overs. Heyfield overhauled the target with eight balls to spare. Ronnie Winter produced a match-winning knock of 51 before retiring. He was ably supported by Jack Burton (27) and a handy unbeaten 15 from Kane Berryman. McGrath (3/34) was the pick of the RosedaleKilmany bowlers and Freshwater (2/14) also bowled well.

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Sale-Maffra Cricket Association GRAND FINALS FIRST GRADE BUNDALAGUAH V STRATFORD BUNDALAGUAH J Langshaw...........c J Rietschel b S Anstee ................. 34 K O’Reilly ..............c J Tatterson b Z Waixel................... 17 M Dowsett.............c & b J Rietschel.............................. 38 S Spoljaric.............c N French b J Tatterson.................. 19 S Bedggood..........c L Bolton b J Tatterson ................... 14 J Read...................c L Bolton b S Anstee........................ 0 T O’Reilly...............c N French b J Tatterson.................. 10 G Munasinghe......b S Williams ....................................... 2 N Whitford .............c L Channing b J Tatterson................ 8 B Smith .................not out ................................................ 4 C Lay.....................b B Walker.......................................... 0 Extras.................... ........................................................... 7 Total (44.3 overs) .. ....................................................... 153 Bowling: B Walker 8.3-2-1-21, Z Waixel 6-2-1-24, J Rietschel 9-2-1-36, J Tatterson 9-1-4-27, S Williams 3-0-1-14, S Anstee 9-1-2-29. STRATFORD T Tatterson ............c N Whitford b S Spoljaric ............... 37 L Bolton.................not out .............................................. 56 J Tatterson.............not out .............................................. 50 Extras.................... ......................................................... 13 Total (34.3 overs) .......................................................1/156 Bowling: N Whitford 7-0-0-27, G Munasinghe 7.3-0-0-29, S Spoljaric 8-1-1-29, C Lay 2-0-0-22, S Bedggood 8-1-0-25, T O’Reilly 2-0-0-22.

SECOND GRADE HEYFIELD V COLLEGIANS HEYFIELD M Eastham ...........c L Panwar b H Holmes .................. 16 J Keane.................c L Panwar b C Malone....................11 R Smith .................c unknown b H Holmes................... 23 D Birss...................run out.............................................. 31 J Morgan...............b H Holmes........................................ 0 K Amiet..................c A Burgiel b L Panwar...................... 8 T Birss...................st S Fyfe b L Panwar ....................... 10 L Heasley..............c H Holmes b L Panwar .................. 10 J Zdrazil.................b S Anderson..................................... 1 P Berryman...........c A Burgiel b L Panwar...................... 2

B Carubia..............run out (A Russell)............................. 1 C Lett.....................c K Russell b J Boyd ......................... 2 T Henderson.........not out .............................................. 10 Extras............................................................................. 14 Total (39.2 overs) .......................................................... 136 Bowling: J Boyd 7.2-1-2-19, N White 5-0-0-14, N Thomas 8-0-2-27, J Tatlow 8-0-1-22, Y Sachar 8-1-2-29, A Russell 2-0-1-8, T Boyd 1-0-1-2.

D Burton................not out ................................................ 1 Extras.................... ........................................................... 7 Total (40.0 overs) .......................................................... 120 Bowling: D McGuiness 5-0-0-26, C Malone 8-1-1-22, H Holmes 5-3-3-8, M Foster 5-0-0-12, Stuart Anderson 8-5-1-15, L Panwar 7-0-4-23, M Stobie 2-0-0-11. COLLEGIANS A Burgiel ...............not out .............................................. 54 G Wells..................c J Morgan b P Berryman................. 1 S Fyfe....................lbw b P Berryman.............................. 2 M Foster................lbw b T Birss .................................... 18 Sam Anderson......not out .............................................. 41 Extras................................................................................ 5 Total (29.0 overs) .. ....................................................3/121 Bowling: J Zdrazil 7-2-0-30, P Berryman 7-2-2-29, T Birss 5-0-1-27, R Smith 5-1-0-13, J Keane 3-0-0-12, J Woodward 2-0-0-9.

FOURTH GRADE ROSEDALE-KILMANY V HEYFIELD ROSEDALE-KILMANY G Kinnish ..............b D McMahon.................................... 6 D Ross ..................lbw b J Burton.................................. 28 L Rouse.................run out (J Burton, K Berryman) ...... 12 G McGrath ............c R Winter b B Darlington................ 21 I Freshwater ..........lbw b B Darlington ........................... 20 A Williams .............c unknown b B Darlington................. 2 R Leeson ..............c C Berryman b B Darlington............ 7 G Sebire................not out ................................................ 8 S Kingsley.............not out ................................................ 7 Extras.............................................................................. 11 Total (40.0 overs) .......................................................7/122 Bowling: C Berryman 5-0-0-11, D McMahon 8-1-1-27, J Burton 8-0-1-34, B Bowker 8-1-0-13, T Sunderman 4-0-0-14, B Darlington 7-1-4-16. HEYFIELD G Tomamichel.......lbw b G McGrath ............................... 3 R Winter ................retired not out................................... 51 J Burton.................c G Kinnish b J Goodwin ................ 27 D Stokes ...............c G Sebire b I Freshwater ................. 2 K Berryman...........not out .............................................. 15 G Synnott ..............c K Hahn b I Freshwater.................... 3 C Ronan................b G McGrath..................................... 2 T Sunderman........run out (J Goodwin, I Freshwater) .... 2 C Berryman ..........st I Freshwater b G McGrath............. 0 D McMahon ..........not out ................................................ 4 Extras.................... ......................................................... 14 Total (38.4 overs) .......................................................7/123 Bowling: J Goodwin 8-0-1-25, G McGrath 8-0-3-34, G Sebire 4-0-0-10, K Hahn 8-1-0-23, D Ross 3-0-0-11, I Freshwater 7.4-1-2-14.

THIRD GRADE COLLEGIANS V STRATFORD STRATFORD R Allred..................c D Bird b E Hug.............................. 19 N Thomas .............b S Callahan ...................................... 2 T Boyd...................c E Hug b S Dawes ......................... 58 M Woodward.........lbw b M Grattan ................................. 0 A Russell...............c T Henderson b C Lett ................... 28 B Dekkers .............lbw b C Hall...................................... 26 D Pendergast........b S Dawes ......................................... 0 K Russell...............not out ................................................ 9 YA Sachar.............not out ................................................ 1 Extras.................... ........................................................... 9 Total (40.0 overs) .. ....................................................7/152 Bowling: D Bird 6-1-0-18, S Callahan 3-1-1-8, M Grattan 5-0-1-13, E Hug 4-0-1-11, B Carubia 3-0-0-11, C Lett 6-0-1-28, J McPherson 2-0-0-12, S Dawes 7-0-2-33, C Hall 3-0-1-15. COLLEGIANS N Anderson...........c unknown b Y Sachar .................... 32 S Dawes................c Y Sachar b J Boyd .......................... 5 C Hall ....................c N White b J Tatlow ........................ 15 W Sutton ...............c unknown b T Boyd........................ 10 E Hug ....................c J Boyd b Y Sachar ........................ 13 M Grattan ..............b A Russell....................................... 12 D Bird ....................lbw b N Thomas................................. 2 S Callahan ............not out .............................................. 14

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WOODSIDE chaser Just Like Mick enjoyed feature success when he took out the Langshaw Sheds & Fencing Grade 5 Final (520m) at the Sale Greyhounds on Sunday night. The speedy son of Aston Dee Bee lived up to pre-race predictions, turning the night’s main event into a one-act affair. Just Like Mick ($1.40fav) stopped the clock in 29.33 seconds on his way to the 6 ¾ length success from Jezza Bence, with Aston Lights rounding out the trifecta. Trainer Adrian Nuttall has done an outstanding job with Just Like Mick, who took his prizemoney earnings to beyond the $27,000 mark.

Just Like Mick has now won eight of his 17 career starts, which includes two wins at Sandown Park and a victory at The Meadows. Surely a return to metropolitan tracks beckons after Sunday night’s success. Four heats of the maiden series were run and won at the 440m trip. The final looms as a battle in two between Mr Wallace and Dot’s Delight. Just 0.01 of a second separated the pair’s winning heat times. Chris Johansen’s Mr Wallace took the honours when he led all the way in the Slice & Fing Heat 2 (440m) in 25.06 seconds. It was as if history repeated from the previous race where Dot’s Delight won the Jonty Landy Maiden (440m) in 25.07 seconds.

The other two heat winners were Team Staffing (25.21 seconds) and Ethan Thunder (25.52 seconds). Ethan Thunder was the only heat winner to come off the pace and score, in what was an exciting climax for Tooradin trainer Brian Selleck. Fellow Tooradin trainer Dennis Langley had a successful night with a winning double courtesy of Crispy Duck and Soda Extreme. Darriman trainer William McMahon made his presence felt in the night’s final race as Dr Lysandra scored a narrow win from Ken’s Crew in the TAB Venue Mode Grade 5 (440m). Other winners on the program were Miss Tickle (Mark Giddings), Sunnyside Pride (Eddie Lieshout), Just Augusta (Gregory Kerr) and Lakeview Bonnie (Luke Whelan).

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Bridget Brown, second from right in the yellow singlet, on her way to winning silver in the Under 19 Women’s Sprint.

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SEASPRAY Surf Club has again shown its strength and skill in the surf and on the sand against the state’s toughest competitors to win a silver and two bronze medals at the Victorian Surf Lifesaving Championships held in Warrnambool last weekend (March 12-13). The open women’s surf boat crew – comprising Emma Lazzaro as stroke, Linley Bertacchini second stroke, Kristine Gilbert second bow, Sally Black bow and sweep Stuart Mawley – won bronze against the strong Lorne Edge crew and Portsea. “There was little to no swell and racing was extremely tight with boats finishing on the line together in all heats,” Emma said. “Normally swell will separate the field and the surf skills of both rowers and sweeps will come into play with, sometimes, a bit of luck. But at the weekend, it was pure rowing skills that got us there,” she said. Lorne Edge Women’s crew has had five consecutive podium finishes at the Australian Surf Rowers League to 2021 and reached the Australian Surf Lifesaving final last year. “Lorne Edge is the benchmark crew in our competition. It was good to know we stacked up against the best,” Emma said. “I’m proud we’ve also put Seaspray Boaties back on the map among such strong competition.” On the sand, Seaspray’s Bridget Brown had a great run to claim the silver medal in the Under19 Women’s Sprint and fourth in the Under-19 Women’s Beach Flags event. Bridget teamed up with Jess Jackson to win bronze in the Open Women’s Beach Relay in a composite team that also included sprinters from Altona and Jan Juc. Both Bridget and Jess ran strong semi-finals to make the Open Women’s Sprint final, in which Jess finished sixth and Bridget seventh. Jess, who in January won bronze in the beach flags representing Victoria at the Super Surf Teams League at North Bondi, also placed sixth in the Open Beach Flags. Jess and Bridget, who both train under Wellington Athletics’ Denis Huffer, were among elite fields in their sprint and beach flag events. Jess, who also trains with Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club, and Bridget will be heading to the Australian Surf Life Saving Titles on the Gold Coast next month. Jess will be competing in the Open Women for the first time, while Bridget will compete in the

Seaspray’s Women’s Open Surf Boat Crew ready to race, pictured from the closest to the camera, are Emma Lazzaro, Linley Bertacchini, Kristine Gilbert and Sally Black.

Seaspray celebrates its bronze medal at the Victorian Championships (from left): Linley Bertacchini, Kristine Smith, Sally Black, Emma Lazzaro and Stuart Mawley.

Racing to a bronze medal (from closest to camera): Emma Lazzaro stroke, Linley Bertacchini second stroke, Kristine Gilbert second bow, and Sally Black bow.

Under-19 Women. Seaspray’s women’s surf boat crew will also be heading to Australian Titles for the crew’s final event of the season. The boat crew only came together in December after the season had begun and won their first competition at the Victorian Surf Rowers League carnival at Fairhaven Beach in January.

Sweep Stuart Mawley said all crew members were experienced rowers and committed to their training program. “The crew has done the work they needed to do to be successful and their effort was rewarded at the weekend. This is the strongest women’s crew Seaspray has had,” he said.

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Sienna Privitera in action for Gippsland United during their Big V debut.

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Gippsland United import Brandon Armstrong is set to add some profile to the new team.

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GIPPSLAND United didn’t have to wait long to get its first Big V win on the board, saluting on debut last Saturday night. The men proved too strong for Maccabi, winning 99-64, while the women made an emphatic statement, annihilating Collingwood 103-30 at the Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium in Traralgon. Gippsland United has been established as the region’s club to participate in the Big V and Victorian Junior Basketball League. Years of lobbying and consultation culminated in the creation of Gippsland United, which is a joint project between the Traralgon Amateur Basketball Association and the Combined Gippsland Basketball Association (also known as Latrobe City Energy). With a now truly all-encompassing team flying the Gippsland flag in the sport of basketball at an elite level, it is hoped Gippsland United will provide a pathway for players to make their way to the National Basketball League, or even to the United States and the NBA. In the immediate however, Gippsland United is focused on moving through the Big V Division 2 competition.

Men’s coach Scott McKenzie said it was pleasing to start the season off on a positive note. “It was a bit of an unknown being our first game and not knowing anything about the opposition so it was more of a relief than anything,” he said. “We got off to a reasonably good start and we built on each quarter, we extended the lead each quarter. “In front of a home crowd, first game, new club, it was perfect to be able to put a win on the board.” United led 25-14 at quarter time and took that out to an 18 point margin by the main break. With Gippsland United drawing from such a large area, McKenzie said this unique dynamic added to the sense of excitement for what the new team was about. “This team is representing the whole of Gippsland, that is Phillip Island to Lakes Entrance, whereas I think in the past it has more been Latrobe Valley,” he said. “We have 14 players in our squad and nine of them represent different CBL (Country Basketball League) associations throughout the league, so to put our first real game together as a whole group, to have a win like that was very pleasing.” With the win now confined to the record books, McKenzie said the team was under no illusions as to what was on the horizon. “We definitely aren’t getting carried away, we know that there is three or four really talented sides

out there,” he said. “Div 2 is a really interesting level of basketball, you get a lot of retired NBL, NBL1 players coming back into Div 2 who are still more than capable of playing the game so the competition is quite strong.” Gippsland United women got off to a dream start, winning by 73 points. Despite the one-nature of their victory, coach Gail Macfarlane said it was pleasing to see the side maintain winning habits all the way through rather than just run the game out once the result was beyond doubt. “It was very positive to get some cobwebs and wrinkles out of the way, bit of a nervous start for most of the team, they just stuck to the plan and kept grinding away and eventually everything locked into place,” she said. “Really great to get everyone involved in the scoreboard, really happy with the culture in the team as well. “We didn’t really know what to expect, you never know until they turn up and start to play, we’re not going to take anything for granted any week.” Gippsland United men are back home this Saturday, playing Sherbrooke from 8pm. The women have a double-header, and will play Wallan on Saturday at home from 6pm and then travel to Mullum Mullum Stadium to take on Blackburn the following day.

The Drop Kicks produce late burst for victory Laurie Smyth

FOR the first time this touch season, The Drop Kicks trailed at the half-time break with only three tries to Phoenix's five. In the second-half it was as if The Drop Kicks burst into life as they made eight tries while keeping Phoenix scoreless, winning the game 11-5. Phoenix's Kerry Shotter played an attacking game as he was the first player to score; he was ably supported by Kyung Stewart. Shotter went onto score his second try of the game. Arora and Kate Laskowski each scored one try. Stewart scored his first try just before the halftime break. The Drop Kicks' Andrew Campbell scored two tries with Mark Chantachak one, giving their team three tries. Tawh Ashby and Andrew Campbell scored two

apiece with one each to Chantachak, Alicia Kingi, Leigh Taiapa and team coach, Henry Ropeti. Campbell has crossed for 15 tries for the season. Despite the scores in the second-half, Phoenix never gave up trying to counter the fleet-footed Drop Kicks. Best players were Campbell, Chantachak, Kingi and Kate Laskowski. Arora Laskowski won the encouragement award. The Pink Panthers just led the Mustangs at half time four tries to two, however in the second half they added seven tries to just two. Albert Van de Vyver scored four tries. Daniel Barclay and Jason Edwards each added two. Simon Driessen, Benjamin King and Ilka Jakitsch each scored one. This was Jakitsch’s first try in the local competition. Ryan Rosenberger scored two tries for the Mustangs.

Nicola Rosenberger and Antonio Keedle-Grandeza each scored one. Best players were Ryan Rosenberger, Albert Van de Vyver, Barclay, Nicola Rosenberger and Mia Van de Vyver. Lilyanna May made her debut for the Mustangs and was awarded the encouragement award. Longford Trailer Hire defeated Porky’s 9-6. At half-time, the scores were tied at three all and then in the second-half the Trailers added six tries to three. This was an even contest however the experience of the Longford players was the difference between the two teams. Rhiannon Massey was the top scorer for Longford with three. Isla McCarthy scored two with one each to Jackson Annear, Oscar Crunden-Smith, Ren Crunden-Smith and Kyle Grummisch. Leigh Mawley starred for Porky’s with three tries.

Alana Ogilvy, David Ropeti and Shannon O’Connor each scored one. Best players were Oscar Crunden-Smith, Dai Rushdi, Dave Ropeti, McCarthy and Anouk Meereboer with Jackson Annear winning the encouragement award. This was Ren Crunden-Smith’s last game before moving from the area. The ladder following Round 7 sees The Drop Kicks on top with 21points & 270.8 per cent followed by Longford Trailer Hire 19 & 154.5, PinkPanthers 12 & 100.0, Porky’s 10 & 73.1, Mustangs 10 & 66.7 and Phoenix 9& 61.2. Tomorrow night’s games at 6.30pm The Drop Kicks play Longford TrailerHire [referee Porky’s] and Phoenix plays the Pink Panther [referee Mustangs]. At 7.20pm Porky’s plays Mustangs [referee Longford Trailer Hire].

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Stratford made it back-to-back premierships in the Sale-Maffra Cricket Association First Grade competition. Pictured are Chris Aurisch, Jack Rietschel, Bohdi Walker, Simon Williams, Lewis Bolton, Nathan French (front), Ben Channing, Zane Waixel, Lachlan Channing, Jack Tatterson, Sam Anstee and Taylor Tatterson. Photo: Fiona Nicholson

REDBACKS WITH BITE Liam Durkin

THEY just know how to win finals at Stratford Cricket Club. The Redbacks were too strong for Bundalaguah in the Sale-Maffra Cricket Association grand final, winning in a professional manner by nine wickets at Cameron Sporting Complex, Maffra. The victory made it back-to-back flags for Stratford, as all but four players added to their medals won last season. Bundalaguah decided to have a hit upon winning the toss in the decider. Skipper Jason Langshaw led from the front, making 34 off 47 balls, with his knock featuring three sixes. Langshaw and Kyle O’Reilly got the Bulls off to a steady start, putting on 35 for the first wicket, before O’Reilly was dismissed by youngster Zane Waixel. For Waixel, who is still eligible to play in the Under 16s, to be playing in a first grade grand final after starting the season in the thirds must have felt worlds apart. Like Jacob Townsend in 2017, Waixel joined the firsts for the last two games of the home-and-away season and gave selectors no reason to leave him out. Matt Dowsett came in at number three and got together with Langshaw to further advance the game for Bundalaguah. The pair combined for a 50-run partnership, and looked to have the contest right where they wanted at 1/85. However, Langshaw was dismissed by Sam Anstee just before the halfway mark, and Dowsett a short time later by Jack Rietschel for 38 to get the match back on even terms.

STRATFORD CRICKET CLUB OWNING THE NEW MILLENNIUM

Since 2000 Stratford has: - Won seven premierships from 12 grand finals in 22 seasons. - Only missed the finals four times. - Finished minor premier six times. The big wicket of Steve Spoljaric was still at the crease, and with his reputation as a huge finals performer well documented, loomed as more than a danger. Spoljaric set about putting on a significant partnership with Sam Bedggood. It wasn’t to be however, as Stratford slow bowlers Rietschel and Anstee cleverly denied the Bulls access to not only boundaries, but scoring opportunities at all. Of the 70 balls delivered from when Spoljaric came in to the time the next wicket fell - 46 were dots. Needing to up the run-rate, Bedggood went for a hook shot off Jack Tatterson, only to get a top edge to Lewis Bolton in the deep. Spoljaric was out two balls later, and James Read five balls after that to leave Bundalaguah 6/128. Having lost 5/43, the match was well and truly in control of the Redbacks. Stratford stalwart Simon Williams came on for

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an impact over and delivered, bowling Gayashan Munasinghe going for an expansive drive. The rest of the Bulls lower order and tail did their best to scratch out a score, and got to 153 after some regulation one-day dismissals saw Toby O’Reilly feather one through to Nathan French and Nathan Whitford clip one to Lachlan Channing on the leg side. Bohdi Walker got Stratford off the field with an exceptional slower ball yorker to clean up Connor Lay. The bowling was a collective effort by the Redbacks, with all six bowlers used taking a wicket. Tatterson ended with 4/27 and Anstee (2/29). Heading out to bat with 153 runs standing between them and the premiership, Stratford openers Taylor Tatterson and Lewis Bolton went in to face the music. Left hander Tatterson survived a confident appeal first ball from Munasinghe, but he was then able to settle after getting three pull shots away off Whitford which were all dispatched to the boundary. At the other end, Bolton played his usual nuggetty role, sweating on anything straight he could work to get off strike. The pair laid a solid base for Stratford, putting on 66. Tatterson was the first to go, slicing a lofted drive on 37. After being one off 15 balls, Tatterson ended up scoring 25 of his runs in boundaries. Cousin Jack Tatterson was next man in. Like the man sharing the same surname earlier, Jack took a while to get going, getting to six off 19, but once he got in, looked in control of the situation. Tatterson caught up in the finish, and nudged the ball around in partnership with Bolton who was playing a defiant hand. As the partnership continued it became a matter

of time before Stratford would be hoisting the premiership cup, and they eventually got home in the 35th over. Tatterson remained unbeaten on 50 from 51 balls to be named Man of the Match, while Bolton carried his bat for 56 off 97 balls. In all grand finals there seems to be an unassuming hero, and Bolton may well have fitted that bill on this occasion. Bolton had only previously scored four halfcenturies in first grade for Stratford, but can now say he has a 56 not out in a grand final. As well as Bolton there was another feelgood story in the form of Redbacks’ wicketkeeper Nathan French. A man clearly with the club’s best interests at heart, French had played exclusively in the seconds last season to help mentor some of the up-and-comers. His goodwill was rewarded with an A Grade premiership a year later. Most of the Stratford team from Saturday are now two, three and even more than four-time premiership players. Walker and Lachlan Channing played in last season’s triumph, while Rietschel played in 2013/14. Taylor Tatterson is a three-time winner (2013/14, 2020/21, 2021/22), as is Ben Channing and Jack Tatterson (2006/07, 2020/21, 2021/22), while Anstee, Williams and Chris Aurisch were all around when the Redbacks saluted during the early 2000s. In a nice touch, Waixel joined father Simon as first grade premiership winners at the same club, and in something of a unique aside, Stratford is still the only club to win the SMCA premiership in a sole one-day season. Saturday proved to be a double-delight for the Redbacks, who also won the thirds flag. LOWER GRADE GRAND FINAL WRAP-UP ON PAGE 27

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