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FOR residents on Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd in Newry, their fight for improvements to the surface of their road with council will enter its 19th year in 2022.

The road itself has about 20 properties along it and services a number of satellite roads.

During long weekends, numbers climb dramatically as campers head into remote areas of the High Country.

Residents John Day and Philip Maskrey want the road to be rectified before they see a death out the front of their properties.

In the past six years, residents estimate eight vehicles have run off the road that they are aware of, because of little to no signage and poor road conditions.

“One women had her engine end up in the front seat with her when she had an accident and we had to get the air wing,” Mr Maskrey said.

The residents are fearful of what could happen in a medical emergency, and are worried that ambulances may not be able to make it to their homes.

“My wife has had to have ambulances up here, and with the condition the road is in now, they may not make it,” Mr Maskrey said.

Issues with the road were first raised by him in a letter to council in March of 2003, and a story appeared in the Gippsland Times in April of that year.

“We have been fighting for this for years and I may as well talk to that wall because they do not listen,” he said.

The road services five other roads which include Luckmans, Springs, Locks and Back Wombat roads, all of which have either been sealed or partially sealed.

“How can council have a budget surplus of $14.5 million but not have enough money to seal the road?”

Mr Maskrey questioned.

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Wellington Shire Council Mayor Ian Bye said roads such as Warrigal-Toms Creek did not get enough traffic to be sealed by council.

“While many residents would understandably like their road to be sealed, any work like that has to take into account a range of factors, such as traffic volumes,” Cr Bye said.

“Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd has relatively low usage, and council therefore has no plan to seal it.”

Residents and the Gippsland Times have asked to see the road counter numbers, but council did not respond to these requests.

“They did their counting in the middle of the week - they should see how many cars come up this road over the holiday period,” Mr Maskrey said.

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Property owners along Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd are now seeing damage to the road which they say is making it almost impassable, especially for quarry trucks that regularly use the road.

"I watched one of the quarry trucks go through it and he nearly didn't make it," Mr Maskrey said.

It is unclear what caused a portion of the road to collapse by almost half a metre, but Cr Bye said it was commonplace after storms.

“Unfortunately, in the last six months we have been hit by several major weather events which caused flooding, landslips and significant damage across our road network," Cr Bye said.

“Council is continuing to work through a long list of roads requiring work to be done as a result of heavy rainfall, and there are other roads which need repairing before Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd.” Residents on Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd have looked to residents in Coongulla who entered into a special charge scheme with council to get their road sealed.

A special charge scheme is a contributory scheme where residents put in their own money towards sealing and road improvements, with council making up the remainder.

The residents on Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd reluctantly approached council with this proposal, but it was rejected.

"There is no provision within the Residential Road and Street Construction plan for rural roads and as such, a special charge scheme for Warrigal-Toms Creek Rd is not able to be considered," a council spokesperson said in a response to Mr Day. These residents do not have a bin service provided by council, there is no library in Newry and no pool close by that they can use, like many residents within Wellington Shire.

"We pay our rates and all we get is a road and council will not even spend the money to fix it," Mr Maskrey said.

"We worked out with all of the rates that people pay on this road, it would be enough to seal and improve the road."

The residents say they are beginning to be cut off from other communities.

Gippsland line passengers will pay more to take the train or bus after rises came into effect on January 1, 2022.

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GIPPSLAND line passengers will pay more to take the train or bus this year, with public transport fees on the rise.

Tickets increased on regional public transport by 1.1 per cent on average, adding 80 cents to Gippsland daily train fare from January 1, 2022.

OnGippsland’sV/Lineservice,thecostofaseven-day pass will jump $2, adding an extra $104 to yearly travel.

The increase comes as the fare freeze ends that was implemented through the pandemic.

Data from the Department of Transport shows passenger trips have plummeted through lockdowns, with just 600,000 trips per day across the state – down from 1.66 million per day before the pandemic began.

For Traralgon V/Line services, patronage has dropped from 4959 trips a day in 2018-19 to 2466 in 2020-21.

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GREGOR Mactaggart is the new editor of the Gippsland Times.

Mr Mactaggart, 41, took over the position at the start of 2022, replacing Julianne Langshaw.

Under his new role as Central Gippsland Group Editor he will oversee the Gippsland Times, sister paper The Latrobe Valley Express and the monthly publication Gippsland Farmer.

Mr Mactaggart has been the editor of The Express and Gippsland Farmer since October 2019.

He boasts nearly 18 years of experience in the newspaper industry, having started his career as a cadet sports reporter with the Gladstone Observer.

Mr Mactaggart worked at daily newspapers in Queensland, the Northern Territory, Victoria and New South Wales.

He held a number of senior roles, including racing editor of the Northern Territory News, sports editor of the Shepparton News and North-West/New England head of sport for Fairfax Media, based in Tamworth.

Mr Mactaggart made the switch to an editor role in May 2017 with the Swan Hill Guardian in North-West Victoria.

Following a 14-month spell at that publication, he became the Whitsundays group editor, overseeing the Whitsunday Times, Bowen Independent and Whitsunday Coast Guardian.

Mr Mactaggart then returned to the Gippsland region, where he was born and grew up, to take over as editor of The Express.

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Shadow Minister for Public Transport Steph Ryan said that the government should be striving to grow the use of public transport.

"We should be encouraging locals to find more reasons to choose public transport to travel, not less. Higher fares put more pressure on people still struggling to make ends meet, on sick regional Victorians travelling to Melbourne for medical appointments and is less incentive for office workers to get back to the CBD," she said.

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NEW density quotients were announced for hospitality and entertainment venues last Thursday, as well as changes to rapid antigen testing requirements.

The new rules require venues to operate with a one person per two square metres density quotient indoors.

The changes will apply to restaurants, cafés, pubs, nightclubs, arcades, amusement parks, casinos and gaming venues.

However, indoor seated cinemas and theatres will not be subjected to density limits due to seating and mask wearing standards.

Changes were also made to rapid antigen testing rules – which will be considered probable COVID19 cases from Friday.

Anyone who tests positive on a rapid antigen test must immediately isolate for seven days and notify their contacts – just like those who test positive on a PCR. It also means Victorians who test negative on a rapid antigen test and are not a household contact will be able to resume their lives straight away instead of quarantining while they wait for a negative result.

A new webform will be available today for positive cases to report their result to the Department of Health.

As well as basic personal details such as name, gender, and date of birth, cases will be asked the

following questions to determine their level of risk and what support they might need: 1. Have you been told you have recently been in contact with someone who has COVID-19?

2. Have you been recently unwell with COVID-19 symptoms?

3. Do you need any support to stay home?

4. Have you received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine?

5. How many doses of the vaccine have you received, if any?

6. Have you had any symptoms in the past five days?

7. If you have symptoms how sick do you feel?

8. Do you have the following conditions (including currently pregnant or cancer treatment, blood disorder, psychiatric condition or lung, heart, kidney, or liver disease)?

9. Are you happy to contact your GP for your clinical care?

As COVID numbers across the state continue to climb, more residents throughout Wellington Shire are being forced into isolation due to exposure and infection.

Wait times for PCR testing have risen for some residents to five days whilst some have even gone a full week with no result in sight.

Inglis Medical Centre temporarily halted booking tests last week in an attempt to work through the backlog of test results.

For one resident in Maffra who wished to remain anonymous, the delay in receiving test results posed challenges.

"We got tested last Wednesday and finally got

our results on the Monday," he told the Gippsland Times.

"No delivery services were operating, the next delivery available from Woolworths for groceries was going to be on the Tuesday, we were stranded."

The Sion testing is forced to close at 11am as the site co-exists with the vaccination centre and both are unable to remain open at the same time.

The state government has released a checklist for residents to prepare for isolation: - Get the next dose of your COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you are eligible. Book today - Always have basic medical supplies like a thermometer, pain relief and your regular medications available - Make sure you have enough face masks, hand sanitiser and gloves if you have to isolate - Plan ahead for who can safely deliver supplies if you have to isolate - Plan ahead for home activities to keep you entertained if you have to isolate - Plan ahead for who can look after children or pets if you have to go to hospital - Check for symptoms regularly and get tested as soon as they develop - Have Rapid Antigen Tests in your house and know your COVID checklists in advance - Keep your home well ventilated (windows open) and have gatherings outdoors - Have an emergency contact list with important phone numbers – including your GP

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Esso employees relocated after COVID positive ESSO employees were evacuated from two offshore platforms after two workers tested positive for COVID last week.

The two employees who tested positive for COVID were relocated from their platforms, where

they began their recovery in isolation. For the health and safety of employees and the company's continued supply of energy, oil company giant Esso has taken precautionary action and returned all personnel from both platforms to shore, where they are currently in isolation across various hotels and motels in Sale.

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Police investigation leads to arrest of Lakes man, 40 DETECTIVES from East Gippsland Crime Investigation Unit on Thursday arrested a man as part of an investigation into a series of cigarette burglaries worth $19,000 at service stations in Stratford and Bruthen in November and December last year.

Police allege a person broke into a Stratford service station on Thursday, November 4, 2021 and stole approximately $10,500 worth of cigarettes.

Several weeks later on Wednesday, December 29, police allege a person attempted to break into the same service station in Stratford, but was unsuccessful.

Also on Wednesday, December 29, police allege a person broke into a Bruthen service station and stole approximately $8500 worth of cigarettes.

Police executed a search warrant at a Lakes Entrance address on Thursday, January 6, which resulted in the arrest of a 40-year-old Lakes Entrance man.

The man was charged with several offences including aggravated burglary; burglary; attempted burglary; and two counts of theft.

He has been bailed to appear at Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court on April 20.

Detective Sergeant Mark Jolley from East Gippsland Crime Investigation Unit said in a

Referendum process needs modernisation statement that “burglaries such as these have a profound financial impact on local businesses, and a flow-on impact for our local economies”.

“Police take any crime against local businesses very seriously, particularly in the aftermath of severely reduced tourism due to the pandemic, which has impacted businesses’ bottom line.

“Our message to those who think they can take advantage of small business owners in our towns – police will catch up with you and put you before a court.”

THE process for conducting referendums in Australia should be brought into the modern age, according to a report of the House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs released last month.

In its report on constitutional reform and referendums, the committee recommends amendments to modernise the legislation which sets out the arrangements for referendums.

It also recommends the establishment of a new joint parliamentary committee to examine constitutional issues on an ongoing basis, and measures to strengthen awareness and understanding of the Australian Constitution among school students and the wider community.

Committee acting chair Sharon Claydon said changes to the referendum process were long overdue.

“It has been over 20 years since the last referendum in Australia, and even longer since

a comprehensive update to the referendum rules,” she said.

“This inquiry has highlighted the need to modernise the referendum process to ensure that Australians can go to the ballot box fully informed about any referendum question.

“It is critical that these changes are considered now, and not during the middle of a referendum campaign.”

Ms Claydon said the committee was also concerned about the low levels of understanding of the constitution, and the lack of any established process of constitutional review.

“Through its recommendations, the committee is seeking to kick-start the conversation about the constitution, both in schools and communities and in the parliament, to help ensure Australia has a more informed and engaged citizenry,” she added.

The report is available on the inquiry website www.aph.gov.au/constitutionalreform

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A NEW rate cap of 1.75 per cent has been set for all Victorian councils for the 2022/23 financial year, to help ease cost of living pressures for Victorians.

Local Government Minister Shaun Leane announced the details of the cap as part of the state government’s Fair Go Rates system.

“We introduced the Fair Go Rates system to help reduce cost-of-living pressures for Victorians by preventing uncontrolled rate hikes from local councils across Victoria,” he said.

The Fair Go Rates system began in 2016 to limit uncontrolled rate hikes and to provide councils with a clear framework to guide their budgeting while ensuring essential services continue to be delivered.

The cap is set each year by the Local Government Minister with advice from the Essential Services Commission, guided by the Consumer Price Index.

Before the Fair Go Rates system was introduced residents faced an average rate increase of 6 per cent every year.

The current rate cap of 1.5 per cent is the lowest since the system was first introduced.

Councils collect rates from residents annually to fund and deliver essential community infrastructure and services such as local parks, libraries, community centres, roads, kindergartens, waste collection and sports grounds.

Councils individually set rates for their municipalities every year through their budget process and must consult with their communities on decisions relating to budgets, rates, and other charges.

To find out more about how rates are set visit localgovernment.vic.gov.au.

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Jasmine Hanratty, aged 12, auctioned her artwork to the highest bidder.

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Teresa Raven’s family are helping her leave a legacy.

Zahra Hanratty, aged 15, cut 25cm off her hair to raise money for ovarian cancer research.

Josh Hanratty, aged 16, shaved his head and organised the fundraiser and Teresa Day event.

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Josh and Zahra’s younger sister Jasmine, 12, sold a piece of her art to the highest bidder, which was $1000.

Jenifer Hanratty is the sister to Teresa Raven and mother to Josh, Zahra and Jasmine, and said that Jasmine was very excited to auction off her artwork for the fundraiser.

“She has an art wall in our home and she’s very proud of it”, Jenifer said.

James Raven (Teresa’s son) Krissy Travers (Teresa’s cousin), Eve Hanratty, Jasmine Hanratty, Matthew Hanratty (Teresa’s brother) Zahra Hanratty and Greg Imhagwe at Teresa Day in Maffra.

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Jenifer said when Josh began the fundraiser, she thought it was a wonderful way to honour Teresa’s memory.

“She would be overwhelmed and humbled to see so much love for her,” she said.

“It’s a beautiful thing to leave behind a legacy and have the public support you in such a way.

“It’s been wonderful for the kids to see that.”

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THE family of a much-loved Maffra aunty has helped raise over $11,300 for ovarian cancer research.

Teresa Raven, who grew up in Newry and lived in Maffra as an adult, died in October 2021 after a five-year battle with ovarian cancer, at the age of 59.

Teresa’s 16-year-old nephew Josh set up an online fundraiser in her memory, pledging to have his head shaved at school if he raised $1000 for ovarian cancer research.

The target was quickly hit, the shave was on and a new goal of $5000 was set.

Josh’s sister Zahra, 15, put up her hand to have 25cm from her hair cut off.

By the time Josh and Zahra did the cut at school, $7000 had been collected.

With support from family, Josh set up a ‘Teresa Day’ fundraising event to raise even more.

It was held on November 27, in the Macalister River Regional Park, Maffra, with barbecued food, drinks, live music, a raffle, an art auction and massages.

There was also a bike ride from Traralgon to Maffra Cemetery, where Teresa is buried.

Josh was stunned by the turnout.

“Seeing the support we had from different people, and from my life whether it’s family or teachers from school or wherever, it was crazy to see where the donations came from,” Josh said.

“It was more than I expected.”

the fundraiser showed that anyone can make a difference in the world.

“To see these three kids do something positive from something that started off really small is very inspiring”, she said, “Josh originally wanted to raise $1000, and ended up raising over $11,000.

“Hopefully we can inspire other kids to try and make a difference with whatever experience they’re going through.”

2021 saw the first Christmas without Teresa.

“Teresa was the heart of the family,” Jenifer said.

“She was one of 12 siblings and had 44 nieces and nephews.

“She loved the children and was famous for cooking them pancakes, babysitting or dropping off lemon, jelly or caramel slices.

“It was heartbreaking to only be allowed 20 people at the funeral due to restrictions when she had such a big family.

“She was a big part of our lives, not just a big part of Christmas, so we were really missing Teresa, especially her son James.”

Jenifer said that Christmas isn’t an easy time for some people.

“There’s so much loneliness out there, especially at Christmas time, which can be tough,” she said.

“For us, we made memory books of Teresa and gave them as presents with lots of photos and that was a really nice way to share the wonderful times.

“We’re really blessed to have great memories of our loved ones, especially Teresa.”

People can contribute to the fundraiser at www. ocrf.com.au/memory/42/teresa-raven All proceeds will go to ovarian cancer research.

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Super simple changes WITH the quieter summer holiday upon us now might be a good time to make some super simple changes that could make a lifetime of difference in retirement.

Many Australians are concerned that they won’t have enough money in their super accounts to fund their retirement.

But there are five easy steps workers can take now to boost their savings.

First, check with your fund to make sure you are getting paid all your legal super entitlements.

Unpaid superannuation impacts 3 million workers a year – costing them a total of $5 billion and while most bosses do the right thing there are still some employers out there who deliberately rip workers off.

And with the super guarantee rate rising to 12 per cent it is more important to check that the full amount is being paid.

Second, consolidate your super funds into one account, finding lost or unpaid super is simple now using the Australian Tax Office tools.

Third, compare your existing super fund with others in the market to make sure it is meeting your needs.

New government ‘stapling’ laws mean that workers are likely to stick with funds for longer.

Alarmingly only 7 per cent of people switched after they were told their fund failed a government performance test.

Being stapled to one of those dud funds can cost a worker $230,000 at retirement.

Fourth, make sure the type of fund and level of insurance is right for you.

Make sure the investment strategy matches your needs and appetite for risk – which your fund can help you with. Also be sure to check the insurance coverage is the right fit for you and your family.

Fifth, if you find some loose change or get some type of windfall consider putting it in your super

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A 30-year-old on average wages that salary sacrifices $20 a week into super has $67,000 more at retirement and gets a tax saving now.

“There are five easy tips to getting your super right and most can be done from the comfort of your deck chair, beach towel or at home,” Industry Super Australia chief executive Bernie Dean said.

“Check you are being properly paid super, consolidate accounts, compare funds, select the right investment mix and make small extra contributions if you can.”

“With the Super Guarantee set to rise to 12 per cent it is even more important to make sure you are getting paid your full legal entitlement and that the fund is working for you.”

Further tips on boosting your retirement nest egg can be found at www.industrysuper.com/ understand-super.

How long do you stick to your New Year’s resolution?

RESEARCH from a Harvard Business study shows that 80 per cent of New Year's resolutions fail by the beginning of February.

Why? Because people’s New Year's resolutions rarely have actionable steps. Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) would like to encourage everyone to set SMART goals, rather than ambiguous resolutions this year.

As we bid farewell to another year of uncertainty, we look to 2022 with open arms and a determination for optimism.

People all around the world see the New Year as a fresh slate and feel confident when setting out commitments to better oneself over the future 12 months.

One of the most common resolutions is exercising more, but with such a broad term, it can be hard to attain as it does not clearly outline what an individual is trying to explicitly achieve and what it means to them.

Every January, there is an influx of people signing up for gyms and exercise programs with the best intensions.

However, when instant results aren’t noticed or an injury takes place, these numbers slowly dwindle.

Initially, when thinking of resolutions, make sure the goal has meaning to you specifically, otherwise you're unlikely to achieve them.

These goals also need to be SMART - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time bound.

When reviewing your goals for 2022, you should have a clear outline of exactly what you aim to achieve within the year.

“Setting yourself difficult challenges is all well

and good, however it can seem daunting and unachievable at the beginning. If you divide the goals into manageable, bite-sized pieces to, you will be able to tick off your progress throughout the year," ESSA exercise physiologist Carly Ryan said.

Most resolutions fail because a plan to accomplish the resolution hasn’t been made.

Start small, like running for one minute then walking for one minute for a total of half an hour – slowly building from here, the goal becomes achievable.

When you complete each step towards the

ultimate goal, you build more trust in yourself each step and you are able to see distinct progress, which in turn increases self-discipline and motivation.

Then the bigger challenges and resolutions are not so intimidating.

So, when you grab a notepad and pen to set out your 2022 New Year’s resolutions, remember you need to warm up before you go from zero to 100.

If you haven’t heard the story about the tortoise and the hare, slow and steady wins the race - play the long game.

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TRARALGON Racecourse will be among the state-run vaccination centres to be transformed into an Australian-themed ‘forest of protection’ creating a friendly environment for children aged 5 to 11 years to receive their vaccination.

Eight flagship vaccination centres will feature fun imagery of native Australian animals, as well as entertainers, activities and showbags designed to help make the vaccination experience positive for children and their families.

The forest-themed sites will be located at Melton Vaccination Hub (indoor and drivethrough), Campbellfield Ford Complex, Cranbourne Turf Club, Sandown Racecourse, Frankston Community Vaccination Hub, Geelong’s Former Ford Factory, Shepparton Showgrounds and Traralgon Racecourse.

Parents and guardians can book at one of the 18 state-run vaccination centres offering child vaccinations online or through the coronavirus hotline. Online bookings require a unique email address, which can be the child’s address or another one belonging to a parent or guardian.

Children who get vaccinated at one of the eight flagship sites will receive a showbag with goodies that can help with distraction, including a colouring-in book by First Nations artist Emma Bamblett, coloured pencils, stickers and fidget spinners.

“By getting your child vaccinated, you are providing them with direct protection against COVID-19 and reducing the risk of transmission to loved ones and in schools,” Acting Premier Jacinta Allan said.

“We want to create a vaccination experience that is positive for the whole family - the forest themed hubs have been designed to provide a welcoming and accessible experience for children of all backgrounds and abilities.”

The decoration has been developed with children and parents, including those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Children will also be able to place a leaf with their name on it on the ‘eucalyptus vaccination tree’ that grows with every child vaccinated, with parents also able to add a leaf after receiving their third dose.

The state-run sites have been designed to cater for children who need additional support during their vaccination process such as a visual distraction, virtual reality headsets and the Buzzy Bees ice pack.

The child-friendly vaccination hubs also provide low-sensory booths and are able to cater for specific needs.

In addition, parents and guardians are encouraged to also check for paediatric vaccination appointments at their local GPs and pharmacies across Victoria.

An immunisation plan has been developed by the Department of Health and The Royal Children’s Hospital as a resource for guardians to help decide where and how to book based on their child’s needs.

Parents and guardians of children between 5 and 11 are recommended to book in their child’s first dose in the lead-up to the program, which started yesterday.

The paediatric Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine reduces COVID-19 risks for children and has the additional benefit of reducing risks of transmission to older contacts.

For more information and to book your children’s first dose – visit www.coronavirus. vic.gov.au/vaccine.

Bookings can also be made via the Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398 or via your local pharmacy or GP.

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Australia Post marks the Year of the Tiger with new stamps

AUSTRALIA Post has issued a new set of stamps to celebrate the new Lunar New Year of the Tiger, which will begin on February 1.

Lunar New Year, also called the Spring Festival in China, is the most important of the traditional festivals celebrated by Asian cultures throughout the world bringing families together to feast, exchange gifts of money wrapped in red paper, and burn incense to honour their ancestors.

Australia Post Group Manager Philatelic Michael Zsolt said the stamps provide an opportunity to send wishes of good fortune to family and friends, both here and overseas.

“Each year, we look forward to seeing how the 12 animals of the Lunar New Year cycle will be

represented on the stamp designs,” Mr Zsolt said.

“It is such an important time for families to connect and celebrate, and the stamp issue is always a popular one for our collectors.”

Award-winning designer Chrissy Lau, in her second consecutive year designing the Lunar New Year stamp for Australia Post, said the designs played on the familiarity of the waving Lucky Cat figurine seen in East/West culture.

“These popular icons evoke nostalgia and a sense of multiculturalism, so I wanted to weave these concepts into the Tiger,” Ms Lau said.

“I hope the stamps make people smile and give them a sense of fun, because the world has been a bit crazy these past few years.”

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People born in the Year of the Tiger are said to be very active, courageous, persistent, stubborn and imperious, with a tendency to irritability. Famous people born in the Year of the Tiger include Marilyn Monroe, Usain Bolt, Lady Gaga, Steve Erwin and Queen Elizabeth II. The designs show the Tiger in three separate scenarios for stamps of $1.10, $2.20 and $3.30, and a zodiac sheetlet represents all the animals of the zodiac in the same style with additional stamp denominations and a total of 15 separate designs.

The stamps and associated products, including a minisheet and stamp pack, are on sale now at participating Post Offices, via mail order on 1800 331 794, and online while stocks last.

New shed a boost for club BRIAGOLONG & District Pony Club is preparing to demolish their current shed to install an upgraded one.

Club secretary Kylie Cunning said Pony Club will not be relocating and the new shed will be at the current location at Briagolong Recreation Reserve.

“We looked at different locations,” Ms Cunning said, “but the bottom line is where it is now is the best option for us”.

“It’s central to all our other arenas out there.”

The reserve recently had its own upgrade which did not include any work on the Pony Club.

Ms Cunning said the current shed looks old compared to the other improvements at the reserve.

“We had the opportunity to upgrade the shed with the last project (at the reserve)”, Ms Cunning said, “but the funds didn’t allow that”.

“So we managed to tap into some funds now to get it done this year.”

Construction will begin this month.

“It should be finished by the end of March, early April,” Ms Cunning said.

Ms Cunning says the new shed will allow better storage of their jump trailers.

“It will make it easier for those towing the trailers to get them in and out to set up for our rally days”, she said.

“We also plan on installing power and water in the future which may allow us to run a small canteen.”

Ms Cunning hopes the new shed will put them in a better position to run events in 2022.

“In the past we’ve run a combined training day of dressage and show jumping,” Ms Cunning said.

“We’ve had dressage jackpots, which is three dressage tests over the day with the winner earning the jackpot.

“We’ve had people come down to run clinics.

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Junior riders Kasey Duncan on Millington Tom, Georgia Robinson on Honey and Emmagen Cunning on Uggboots waiting their turn on the obstacle course Photos: Briagolong Pony Club Committee “The Australian Olympian Megan Jones came down and did a clinic for us, so people could have instructional lessons with her.”

Ms Cunning said it’s easy to get involved with the club.

“Come out to our ‘Come and Try’ rallies to see if we’re the right fit for you and your pony”, she said.

For those who don’t have a pony, occasionally there’s one available.

“We don’t like to see kids miss out,” Ms Cunning said, “so we’ll do whatever we can to get a child a ride”.

The club caters for all skill levels for ages 4, up to 23. The next rally will be in February, with exact dates for events this year being finalised.

To get involved, contact the club at briaganddistrictpc@gmail.com or their Facebook page.

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PARKS Victoria is urging visitors to pack their summer smarts and remain vigilant around water this summer.

Parks Victoria have teamed up with Nazim Erdem OAM, Paralympian and AQA spokesperson, who suffered a spinal cord injury as a teenager pier jumping, to reiterate the dangers and consequences of taking risks around water.

Jumping and diving off piers and structures within Park Victoria land is strictly prohibited as it poses a severe risk to public safety.

Water levels below piers and jetties rapidly change and frequently harbour hidden debris, obstacles and sandbanks.

Nazim Erdem, was confined to a wheelchair following an injury sustained after diving off a pier as a teenager, has implored those visiting beaches and rivers this summer to test the water and never dive in.

"I broke my neck diving into shallow water, even though the location was familiar to me. It only takes a split second and a lapse in concentration to end up in a wheelchair for the rest of your life," Erdem said.

After a challenging year of lockdowns for all Victorians, Parks Victoria understands the eagerness to spend much needed time outdoors.

However, Parks Victoria Regional Operations and Southern Maritime region manager Victor Teoh urged the public to come prepared.

Parks Victoria accounts for 75 per cent of the state's wetlands, 70 per cent of the coastline and 18 per cent of the landmass, totalling nearly 3000 land and maritime parks and reserves.

Following safety advice from Teoh, all visitors should maintain updated on water quality and beach reports which is readily available via Environmental Protection Agency Victoria's website.

Before entering the water, carefully observe the area for signage and barriers and swim between the flags where applicable.

"Parks Victoria want to make sure that you enjoy your time in the water and remain safe. While we all have fun spending time in the water, it can be dangerous," Teoh said.

More information on how to stay safe while staying cool this summer is available on the Parks Victoria website.

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GHG emissions draft guidelines released by EPA ENVIRONMENT Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) has released draft guidance for managing greenhousegas (GHG) emissions for public consultation.

When finalised, the document will be a ‘How To’ for Victorian businesses, giving practical advice, examples and case studies so they can understand their greenhouse gas emissions and take reasonable actions to meet their responsibilities.

While the state government works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the state level, this document is designed to equip individual businesses to make a measurable difference at the factory, shop or office.

The draft guideline for managing greenhouse gas emissions follows the commencement of Victoria’s Environment Protection Act 2017 on July 1, 2021.

Central to this Act is a general environmental duty (GED) that requires all Victorians to proactively manage risks to human health and the environment.

“Greenhouse gas emissions are produced by all businesses and pose risks to our environment and human health because they contribute to climate change risks,” EPA chief executive officer Lee Miezis said.

“Under Victoria’s new environment protection laws, GHG emissions are defined as waste, and businesses with direct or indirect GHG emissions need to understand and manage their emissions to minimise risks.

“EPA’s final guidance will aim to help businesses assess their GHG emissions and implement controls to minimise risks as far as reasonably practicable."

Public consultation on EPA’s draft GHG guidance is open until 5pm Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

Submissions can be lodged electronically via the Engage Victoria website.

Final guidance is expected to be published in August 2022.

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Club’s first ride of 2022 THE first ride on the 2022 calendar for the Tambo Upper Trail Riding Club will be a weekender at Monkhouse’s on the weekend of January 15-16.

The rides will be led by local club members Caz Driscoll and Sally Bass.

Caz and Sally, with the assistance of other club members, have mapped out an interesting ride which takes in a variety of terrain with great views.

A huge amount of work has gone in to checking the tracks after the recent rain and wind events.

Dave McIntyre and Chris Spencer have worked tirelessly to clear hazards across the tracks.

The camp will be based at the 'Avon – Mt Hendrick Natural Features Scenic Reserve' on the corner of Wombat Rd and O’Keefe Rd, Valencia Creek.

Camping is available from the Friday, participants should self-cater and bring suitable yards for their horses.

A portable trailer toilet will be available and a water truck for horse water.

The ride is medium to hard and horses will need to be shod or wear boots as the terrain is steep and rocky in sections.

Horses should have a medium to good level of fitness.

Ride out time both days will be 10am sharp, members are encouraged to bring a saddlebag lunch.

There are a number of routes to reach the starting point.

Use Google maps and enter 'Avon – Mt Hendrick Natural Features Scenic Reserve' to get directions from where you live.

The December outing was the Christmas Ride at Sarsfield, led by Pauline Garry from Nicholson.

This ride is always well supported by riders and family members, some for the ride and the others for the Christmas dinner and festivities.

Colleen Rees was joined by Jeannie Ganley, both from Newmerella.

It was Jeannie’s first club ride on her standardbred gelding Neddy.

They both had a great day out and are looking forward to more club rides. The ride was restricted to 4WD tracks as conditions in the bush are still too wet and hazardous.

The easy pace gave the riders the chance to catch up and chat before arriving back to the floats for a delicious Christmas lunch and a visit from Santa.

Tambo Upper Trail Rides are held in different locations on the third Sunday of every month.

New members are always welcome and children are also welcome but must be able to ride independently.

Ride Calendars are available on the club Facebook page or at your local saddler.

For further details contact Caroline Driscoll 0408 963 667 or Sue Cullinan 0412 526 121.

Gippsland Lakes welcomes 140,000 new estuary perch A RECORD number of more than 410,000 estuary perch have been stocked into seven waterways across Victoria.

Estuary perch are a popular target for fishers and one of a dozen species stocked annually to further improve fishing opportunities in the state’s lakes, rivers and estuaries.

The stocking forms part of the state government’s $35 million Go Fishing Victoria plan to get more people fishing, more often and boost fish stocking to 10 million by April this year.

The Maribyrnong River has since welcomed a further 120,000 estuary perch that found new homes amongst 32 fish habitat structures installed in November 2021.

The Gippsland Lakes has been stocked for the second year in a row with 140,000 fingerlings.

The stocking at Gippsland Lakes comes as part of the Gippsland Lakes Recreational Fishery Plan, which is returning the waterway to a recreational

fishing mecca, following the end of commercial net fishing in 2020.

Minister for fishing and boating Melissa Horne said the addition of the fish is important for recreational fishers.

“Estuary perch are a brilliant native fish popular with recreational fishers, and it’s great to see several waterways across Victoria sharing in more than 400,000 fingerlings,” she said.

Overall this season, estuary perch has been stocked into: • Maribyrnong River (120,000) • Gippsland Lakes (140,000) • Barwon River (113,700) • Lake Tyers (25,000) • Aura Vale Lake (5000) • Bemm River (5000) • Snowy River (5000)

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Sale Men’s Shed

SALE Men’s Shed has re-opened following the Christmas/ New Year’s break and would like to welcome new members particularly those with administrative skills.

The Sale Men’s Shed provides a safe and friendly environment where members can carry out many things of interest or they can just have a yarn and cuppa in an atmosphere of mateship.

Men’s shed members come from all walks of life and wish to stay active by doing something meaningful with their time.

Activities include woodworking, woodturning, metalworking and gardening and members are encouraged to bring their own projects which they can work on utilizing the shed equipment.

People with disabilities are welcome but if wishing to use power equipment, they must have a support worker who is qualified to operate the power equipment.

In the community Sale Men’s Shed is supported by the Uniting Church, Wellington Shire, Esso and district businesses.

Sale Men’s Shed will be open Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays from 9am till 2pm at 30 Desailly Street Sale.

The co-ordinator of the men’s shed can be contacted on 0419150620, by email sale.mens. shed@live.com.au or view the Facebook page.

Review your home’s security

LOCAL police are reminding Wellington Shire residents to review the security of their homes and vehicles — while home or away.

Crime prevention officer, Leading Senior Constable Kim Kell, based at Sale police station, is trained in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.

Leading Senior Constable Kell can inspect businesses or residential addresses, and give comprehensive advice and recommendations on how to minimise the property from being a soft target of crime.

This is a free service offered by Victoria Police.

Anyone who would like Leading Senior Constable Kell to attend and conduct a security audit at their address should phone Sale police station on 5142 2200.

Victoria Police has several crime prevention tips that can be found via www.police.vic.gov. au/home-and-property

Theatre Making Workshop at Stratford

BACKYARD Theatre Ensemble is at the Stratford Courthouse this January to present their original work Hedda, Nora, Julie & Me. This is an opportunity for local performers to take part in a theatre making workshop with these Melbourne creatives.

No prior experience necessary.

Ninety minute workshop - wear comfy clothes, bring a water bottle and your proof of double vaccination.

Maximum of 20 participants.

For more, contact Helen Waddington by email stratfordcourthouse@gmail.com

Gippsland Vehicle Collection’s

THE Gippsland Vehicle Collection is continuing its tradition of providing great value to its visitors, and right now, you get two feature exhibitions for the price of one when you visit.

The exceptional Rod and Custom cars and bikes has been teamed up with Vehicles of 1969 – the year of the Moonwalk, and what a great range of vehicles both exhibitions include.

The Rod and Custom cars and bikes are candy for the eyes, and the Vehicles of 1969 have some great stories to tell.

For instance, did you know that Chevrolet Corvettes were the vehicle of choice for America’s astronauts in 1969? Not necessarily because they were the best car, though they did fulfil the lust for speed and adrenalin that the astronauts fought when they weren’t in training.

But when astronauts started frequenting a dealership owned by car salesman and accomplished racing driver, Jim Rathmann, General Motors boss Ed Cole decided it would be a great marketing strategy to ensure America’s celebrity astronauts were seen driving Chevrolets.

In 1961, when Alan Shepard became the first American in space, he was given a brand new Chevrolet Corvette as a gift on his return.

Cole and Rathmann set up a lease system that enabled astronauts to lease any new Chevrolet they wanted for as little as $1. Given its visual appeal and its high performance on the road and race tracks, it’s no surprise the Corvettes were a popular choice.

The GVC has a fantastic 1969 Corvette Stingray on show with the vehicles of 1969, resplendent in yellow and looking mint after

The 1969 Corvette Stingray is a colourful addition to the GVC’s current exhibition. a committed restoration job by current owner David Dorrens.

The 1969 model featured disc brakes front and back, headlight washers, vinyl upholstery, centre console, wheel trim rings and back-up lights were integrated into the taillights. Highly futuristic for its day, a new hand-flap entry handle was also introduced.

Mr Dorrens bought the Corvette after seeing an advertisement on ebay.

The stunner of a car was very dilapidated, and abandoned up the back of an old factory in Ferntree Gully. Mr Dorrens underook a complete restoration and the vehicle is now back to nearoriginal condition.

The 350ci V8 has been reconditioned and a 650 Holley pumper carby has been added.

The Daytona Yellow paintjob completes the look, with new badges imported from the US. Other 1969 vehicles of note that are currently on display include a Holden HT Brougham and a Ford Capri 1600 GT, so make sure you come in and have a look at the great range of 1969 Vehicles and Rod and Custom cars and bikes.

Gippy Galivant

GIPPSLAND Water Dragons are hosting a fun, social dragon boating event with a fancy dress nautical theme on Saturday, February 5 from 8am.

The day includes a picnic lunch at the Swing Bridge.

For more information, contact Heather by email gippslandwaterdragons@gmail.com

Sale Music Festival

THE Sale Music Festival is on at the Botanic Gardens, Guthridge Parade on Sunday, March 13.

The free community event will showcase the best of local Gippsland talent.

Big Summer Read program a winner

WELLINGTON Shire Council is encouraging local children to keep reading over summer, with the launch of the BIG Summer Read program.

Organised by Public Libraries Victoria and supported by Wellington libraries, the BIG Summer Read is a challenge for young people aged up to 18, which begins on December 1 and runs until the end of January.

It is aimed at raising awareness of the benefits of maintaining reading skills during summer.

Wellington Shire Council Mayor Ian Bye said while the warmer months naturally meant more time spent outside, reading remained an important activity to ensure children continued to build their literacy skills "Summer is actually the perfect time for kids to keep up their reading, since they will have more time to relax while on school holidays," Cr Bye said.

"Having a challenge like the BIG Summer Read makes it an even more fun activity and will keep children engaged and interested in trying to read as many books as they can by the end of January.

"These can be books from home or books borrowed from one of our libraries."

By signing on to take part in the BIG Summer Read, children can go into a local prize draw for Wellington library patrons, with winners announced in February next year.

Families can register for the challenge now at plv.beanstack.org, and books will be counted towards the challenge from December 1.

Wellington Bluegrass Jammers

WELLINGTON Bluegrass Jammers provides opportunities for musicians interested in bluegrass and traditional old time country music to get together regularly and play the music they love, aiming to cater to musicians of all abilities.

Many bluegrass and old time tunes use simple chord progressions, and instrumental virtuosity is not essential.

The objective is to encourage participation and enjoyment.

The group has a Facebook page which includes clips of jam tunes.

For more information, phone or text Steve on 0431 513 579.

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North Gippsland Group CWA seeking expressions of interest

THE North Gippsland Group CWA is seeking expressions of interest from craft stall holders to be part of their exhibition to be held on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at the Sale Showgrounds Pavilion.

Those interested do not have to be members of CWA. The cost per stall is $20 and stall numbers are limited, with indoor and outdoor positions available.

Phone Jenny on 0422 941 326 to register.

Sale and District Family Group

SALE and District Family History Group rooms have closed for the Christmas-New Year break.

The rooms re-open to the public on Friday, January 28, between 10am and 4pm, and at other times by appointment.

Regular monthly meetings will resume on Friday, February 11, from 3pm at the Temperance Hall at 78 Macalister St, Sale, and on the second Friday of each month from then on.

For more information, phone 0428 411 603 or view the group's Facebook page.

Friends of Sale Botanic Gardens

SUMMER has arrived, with time to share and enjoy the beautiful Sale Botanic Gardens.

The Friends of Sale Botanic Gardens will operate free guided tours during summer by appointment only.

One of the garden's friendly tour leaders will greet tour-goers the main entrance in Guthridge Parade.

Regular guided tours will resume in February on the second Thursday of each month.

For more information phone Heather on 0413 919 537.

Maffra Fire Brigade

MAFFRA Fire Brigade is seeking juniors aged between 11 and 16 for the running season.

This is the competition side of the brigade, but is also a lot of fun.

Youngsters will get to learn new skills that can later be converted into fire fighting skills, if they wish to volunteer.

It also provides a good opportunity to meet new friends from around Victoria at local competitions, while keeping fit.

Training is free and takes place on Mondays and Thursdays from 4pm to 5.30pm (there may be a small fee for state and interstate competitions).

People interested in finding out more information, or who wish to take children along, can phone Brent on 0476 192 825, or email bm.mckenzie28@gmail.com

Submit your news items The BIG Summer Read is a challenge for young people aged up to 18, to encourage them to continue to build their reading skills during summer.

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Tricar the star of exhibition WHEN it comes to looking good on the road, this 1994 1500 Kawasaki Tricar makes it easy.

Currently on show at Maffra’s Gippsland Vehicle Collection as part of their Rod and Custom exhibition, the Tricar is owned by local Jamie Borg, but was originally converted by an engineer in NSW in 1995.

It was the first Tricar he had converted, and he made it a good effort as his main intention was to use the vehicle as a marketing tool to help get his business off the ground.

However, it’s been in the region for a while now and Mr Borg bought it locally from a friend.

The tricar features a Datsun 180B shortened tail shaft and diff in the rear and a Mazda flywheel and starter motor.

The frame is the original 1500 frame from the rider’s seat forward, but the rear end is custom made. An extra fuel tank under the rear seat and a tool box are useful features, while a custom rake on the front helps steering around corners.

Mr Borg says he hasn’t made significant changes to the structure of the tricar, but has done lots of little things, like changing up the front end and re-wiring. His unique stamp is on the paintwork.

Using a lady’s top as his template, he’s created a custom lace design with a skull pattern in blue and orange. It was his first time working on a lace design, and he’s used different patterns on each surface.

“I just wanted something different,” he says. “I’ve layered it in a way that most people don’t pick up on the skulls in the detail to start with.”

The impressive vehicle is Mr Borg’s first Tricar, though he has been riding motorbikes most of his life.

“I had a bad motorbike accident about 20 years ago and the effects of that, as I’m getting a bit older, are that it’s getting harder to hold some of the bigger bikes up now.

“I thought it was time to move to something a bit easier.” But just as much fun!

If you would like to see Mr Borg’s Tricar, and many other fabulous hot rods and custom vehicles currently on display, GVC entry costs $15 per adult, $10 concession. Children 15 and under are admitted free.

At the moment, you get two exhibitions for the price of one – Rod and Custom cars and bikes, and Cars of 1969 – The Year of the Moon Landing. The Museum is open 10am to 4pm Friday, Saturday,

GVC member and volunteer Barry Cranswick admires Jamie Borg’s Tricar, currently on display in Maffra, as part of the Rods and Customs exhibition.

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For more information, visit www.gippsland vehicle collection.org.au or find them at www.facebook. com/gippslandvehiclecollection The Gippsland Vehicle Collection is located at 1A Sale-Maffra Rd, Maffra.

The former Sion College Campus in Sale is your go to for COVID testing and vaccinations.

Scholarships available IT’S a new year and new opportunities are available for students at Gippsland Grammar.

Scholarships are about to be offered – giving students who may not otherwise have the means to attend the highly regarded school the opportunity to fulfil their dreams.

Academic and general excellence scholarships for entry into Years 5-11 in 2023 at each of the School’s three campus – St Anne’s and Bairnsdale junior campuses and Garnsey senior campus, will be offered.

Applications are open now but must be lodged before Monday, February 7, 2022.

Age-appropriate tests will be sat on Saturday, February 26.

Gippsland Grammar principal Leisa Harper encouraged locals ‘start the new year well’ and check out the opportunities offered by the local School.

Gippsland Grammar is renowned for valuing a holistic education where the gifts and talents of its students can be nurtured, according to Mrs Harper.

“While our school has a strong academic focus, we are also equally committed to the development of the whole child and have a strong co-curricular program that includes rowing, equestrian and a broad range of outdoor education pursuits,” Mrs Harper said.

“Our students are at the heart of all we do, and this is reflected in our purpose; a Passion for Excellence.

“Regardless of the pathway students pursue after school, we know that young people need rich, engaging learning experiences during their formative years.

“Year in, year out, the results of our VCE students are outstanding and puts them among the best in the state.”

Mrs Harper was pleased to presented yet another scholarship to graduating 2021 student Alizah Triplett the first ever Mildred Lapthorn Scholarship.

Alizah, from East Gippsland, was presented $10,000 to help her attend university.

Mrs Harper encouraged anyone interested in a Gippsland Grammar education to apply for a scholarship or discuss your child’s education with the Gippsland Grammar Enrolments Team by phoning 5143 6388.

Additional learning opportunities can be also found on the School’s website www.gippsland grammar.vic.edu.au Music Scholarships will also be offered this year.

Closing date for applications will be Friday, March 4, 2022 with the audition date set for Friday, March 25, 2022.

Testing operating hours are 9 - 11am weekdays. This can change pending demand, so please check in with the CGH Facebook page for updates.

The vaccination clinic will open tomorrow, Wednesday 12 January, after a two week break. It is open every Wednesday from noon - 7pm.

Please visit the recruitment section on our website: www.cghs.com.au

Sale Hospital Phone: (03) 5143 8600 Heyfield Hospital Phone: (03) 5139 7979

Maffra District Hospital Phone: (03) 5147 0100 Stretton Park Aged Care Phone: (03) 51 47 2331

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Queries around mask compliance THE percentage of people wearing masks in Gippsland Centre, Sale and the Coles supermarket was noticeably down over the New Year long weekend.

Staff are obviously tiring of having to wear masks for eight hours a day (and I get that), but the number of patrons without masks or, worse, deliberately worn under their chins, was far more than noticed over the last two years.

Many of these were unfamiliar faces (visitors to our region) and also noticeable were several large groups – none of whom decided that wearing masks in someone else’s community was required.

Whatever our views, this is the law and if we are to believe the overwhelming medical advice across our country (and others), mask wearing is one of the key methods of minimising transmission of coronavirus, particularly this latest very virulent strain.

Shoppers only need to wear them for the short time they are indoors – hardly an imposition.

As a young business owner remarked to me the other day, this is a community issue and requires a community response.

So while correctly wearing a face mask is a public health measure, it is also a mark of respect for others.

To not wear a mask (without a valid medical reason) is disrespectful to the community in which you live or are visiting.

Tony Smith, Sale

Which path will we go down?

WHEN it comes to climate change in Australia it appears to me that we really have two optional paths to follow.

The first option is to follow a dominant economic path that largely ignores the dangers of climate change, with limp laws in place to protect the environment, that risks creating a world that may be devoid of life sometime this century or soon thereafter.

The second optional path to follow is one that incorporates an acknowledgement that climate change is an extremely serious threat to continuing life on earth and how important it is to ensure that major economic decisions can only be finalised and adopted if all related environmental matters are given full consideration backed with environmental protecting laws that have real teeth.

The present year will be an extremely important one in relation to climate change - will its importance be recognised and acted upon or will it continue to be treated as an irritation, that if ignored for long enough, will possibly somehow go away> Brian Measday, Myrtle Bank, South Australia

Greater clarity needed

THE report that ‘Justice Melinda Richards ruled no harvesting can occur where greater gliders have been sighted’ (December 29, 2021) is troubling.

It is not clear whether replacement of the Leadbeater's possum with greater gliders represents some progress.

However, timber industry representatives advise that the ruling will damage the timber industry and associated settlements.

This concern is well warranted because ‘the timber industry has access to less than six per cent [of public native forest] harvested on an 80 year rotation’.

Justice Melinda’s ruling appears to reaffirm the recent findings of the Australian High Court that Victorian justice is not well served.

John Cooney, Cowwarr

COVID caution

LET’S not allow 2022 to be like twenty twenty too.

Jim Muscat, Yallourn North

Celebrations in order

IT was with much pride that our Mirboo North, Protect our Forests Committee (PoF) gathered at the Mirboo North Hotel, Sunday, December 19, 2021 to celebrate our long, challenging, but successful campaign to protect much of the last remnants of the local, over exploited South Gippsland historic “Great Forests” After a unanimous vote, at a huge Public Meeting in 2017, various sub communities were formed of citizen activists, biologists, field naturalists and economic researchers, determined to research and overturn a VicForests determination to log much of our local, rich biodiversity forests - considered by our local community as their most precious community environmental asset.

Our four-year campaign of citizen science and research, to stop the planned logging, has been successful.

Letter writer Tony Smith observed the percentage of people wearing masks in major shopping facilities was noticeably down over the New Year long weekend.

Photo: File However, negotiations must continue with government, to have long term, conservation protection and sound management guidelines.

At this time of worldwide, environmental and economic crisis, citizen activism, science and research is absolutely essential to convince all levels of government and Business, that it is time to reassess and change our environmental and economic priorities to a more sustainable and positive future.

Act positively and celebrate our New Year 2022, with a well considered, better environmental commitment and lifestyle.

Dick Lester, Protect our Forests Committee Leongatha

Shocking rates of animal cruelty in Victoria

BRINGING an animal into the family should be a joyous and loving event, but many animals end up living a nightmare, or even being killed, with cruelty cases rising to appalling levels. Some of the worst cases seen by the RSPCA involved dogs being starved or neglected despite serious injuries, a cat who was drowned in a rubbish bin, and a horse with a large, gaping wound on his chest left untreated.

The rate of animal cruelty in Victoria is shocking, with the RSPCA reporting 10,745 cruelty complaints investigated in the year 2020-21, resulting in 324 charges being laid.

Unfortunately, a lot more cases probably went unreported.

Cruelty to animals in Victoria carries a penalty of up to $74,600 or two years' imprisonment.

These penalties need to be applied rigorously by the criminal justice system; cruelty to animals must be taken seriously for everyone’s sake.

If you suspect someone of abusing an animal, report it to authorities right away, for the safety of the entire community.

Desmond Bellamy, PETA Australia special projects co-ordinator

Tough festive season for jobless Victorians

CHRISTMAS was tough for the 49,000 Victorians who lost their job in October and for small business owners, like those in hospitality and accommodation, that are still desperately struggling to fill staffing rosters.

The recent news of the ballooning $162 billion debt hole in the Victorian economy is concerning.

Victoria risks being left behind without new, bold ideas to set our state on track to recover and rebuild.

The Victorian Liberals and Nationals believe that restoring our state’s crown as the nation’s manufacturing powerhouse is a crucial step towards this goal.

Three decades ago, manufacturing employment accounted for about 17.2 per cent of our state’s jobs market.

At the end of August 2021, that had sunk to 8.4 per cent.

The COVID pandemic is just one contributor to this decline.

Investment in the private sector to assist in job creation is what the Liberal and National parties do best.

That is why at this critical time, we will make

it a priority to recover and rebuild our manufacturing sector with a $2.5 billion Rebuilding Jobs, Bringing Manufacturing Home Fund.

It will create thousands of jobs, provide huge certainty for our supply chains that are currently lacking and give career choices to young people, particularly those outside of Melbourne with a minimum of $1 billion to be spend in regional Victoria.

Globally, manufacturing is transforming rapidly, and Victoria must keep up.

A vibrant manufacturing sector is critically important to help our state recover and rebuild.

Peter Walsh, Leader of The Nationals

ONLINE COMMENTS

Severe storm in Wellington

we use to do if we had a cold/flu, stay home, drink lots of fluids, rest for three to four days. I know someone who said that's what she felt like.

Peter Haar: A good old summer storm, yes love em!

Luke Hall: So what was the point of getting vaccinated? This whole thing is a joke.

Dennis Drew: BOM has promised that Melbourne would get drenched for three days now .. not a drop here in the northern suburbs of Melbourne! The rain has spilt and come down on each side, so the cricket players praying for no rain. Stop it now!

Su Perry-Bloink: So masks really make a difference.

Fire danger period begins

Misty Ashford-Croker: Guess our power will go out again!

Linda Hardy: Seeing as we don’t get a full week without rain I don’t see a problem.

Holly Kiely: The whole thing is a bloody joke.

New density restrictions Surf club innovates to get patrons in the door in Victoria Erik Willenberg: Hope this means no food or drink in the cinemas as well, otherwise they will need to take their mask off.

Jodie Wright: No density to cinema and theatre, but hospitality.

Helen White: Regional areas and small suburban hospitality places can't keep going with these pathetic restrictions.

You honestly haven't got a clue have you?

Pathetic is an understatement.

Troy Jones: No density limits at the cricket and tennis though, which brings in huge revenue for the state.

Anita Hadder: Can we please go back to what

Troy Anderson: Being in hospitality, you need more than just a chef you need a whole brigade to cook that many meals. You would kill anyone having to do that on their own.

The industry is filled with running kitchens into the ground with little regard for kitchen staff mental health. No wonder chefs have left and many of my mates have too, the over expectations implied on a chef/s are burning them out.

Chelle Gunther: Disappointing to visit Seaspray yesterday for lunch and the only place open was the general store which was low on supplies. All three food vans closed so couldn't get food. Ended up going to Golden Beach instead.

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Market on this Saturday SALE Producers Market will be held on Saturday, January 15, from 8am at Sale Showgrounds.

The market will be held under the elm trees on the Dawson Street side of the showgrounds.

COVID-19 regulations and procedures will be in place.

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

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

All goods are either grown or manufactured by the seller.

Further details are available by phoning Karen on 0409 697 254.

National Boys Choir at Yarram today NATIONAL Boys Choir of Australia (NBCA) returns to the concert platform after nearly two years, to present a program of choral works as they tour Regional Victoria, including a stop at the Regent Theatre in Yarram today.

Directed by NBCA's artistic director Andrew Bainbridge and accompanied by the talented Dean Sky-Lucas, the concert series will include a variety of Australian songs, folk tunes and classical pieces combined with a selection of showtune favourites from Bye Bye Birdie and Les Misérables, and a tiny touch of Disney (Colours of the Wind from Pocahontas, and The Rainbow Connection from The Muppet Movie).

Featured in some programs will be the music-theatre piece Batavia by Stephen Leek. Commissioned

by Anne Williams and the Eltham East Primary School Choir, who also wrote the libretto, Batavia tells the tragic story of the wreck of the flagship of the Dutch East Indies Company off the coast of Geraldton on its maiden voyage in June 1629.

Fully staged and costumed, this work tells a little-known story from the very early times of European involvement on the Australian continent.

Mr Bainbridge said he was pleased to be able to finally showcase the talents of the current Performing Choir.

“The last eighteen months have been a challenge for all Victorians alike," he said, "however we have been so proud of how our young Choristers have not only supported one another, but continued to grow and develop as performers and individuals.

"The National Boys Choir of Australia is their outlet. It is a place that makes them happy.

“This tour is their opportunity to continue the ride after performing at the Vision Australia Carols

by Candlelight, and showcase their talents to the broader community.”

The National Boys Choir of Australia has been part of Melbourne’s musical community since 1964

and is acknowledged nationally and internationally.

The choir performs an annual concert series and tour and is regularly invited to perform with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Opera Australia

and Victorian Opera, as well as being recognised from the Qantas I Still Call Australia Home advertisements, and performances at Carols by Candlelight each year.

Above and Below: National Boys Choir of Australia 2019 South Australia tour. Photos: Mandy Brook

Country music festival is set to be a big hit

THE annual Gippsland Country Music Festival returns this year with a massive line-up headlined by Kasey Chambers, The Wolfe Brothers, Travis Collins and Adam Harvey, with Darlinghurst, Taylor Moss, Mick Harrington, The Strzelecki Stringbusters, Bob Wilson Barkindji Man, Lee SonnyBoy Morgan, DJ Brat Paisley, and MC Ben Mastywyk.

Following on from an incredible inaugural event in 2021, the return of the Gippsland Country Music Festival on the Anzac Day long weekend is already highly anticipated by local music fans.

For Aidan McLaren, one of the event organisers, the evolution of Gippsland Country Music Festival is making a dream come true.

The aim was for brothers, Aidan and Rhett, to establish a live music event in the heart of their Gippsland community, one that they hoped would exist for the next 20-plus years, ‘celebrating all things country and the beautiful region of Gippsland’.

The inaugural event far exceeded their expectations, and the anticipation around the 2022 festival is already building.

“The feedback from the first Gippsland Country was really quite extraordinary,” Aidan said.

“Getting nominated for Festival Of The Year at the Music Victoria Awards for a first-year event was pretty much unheard of, and I think that says a lot about just how great the audiences are that come to the festival and make up the Gippsland Country Music Festival community. "We’ve had a lot of people contacting us excited to find out who’s playing, suggesting who they’d love to see perform and wanting to make sure they don’t miss out on tickets.

There is definitely some buzz and we’ll be doing everything we can to make next year even better than last time."

Picking the line-up for the 2022 event was a case of Aidan, Rhett and their team picking some of their dream list of artists.

“We couldn’t be more excited for this year’s line-up,” Aidan said.

“When we first dreamed up the concept of Gippsland Country Music Festival, we had a list of 10 acts we’d love one day to play the event, and that list included Kasey Chambers, The Wolfe Brothers, Travis Collins and Adam Harvey! The fact they are all playing in our second year is incredible for us. We’ve always wanted the event to showcase the best country music in Australia, and also celebrate how diverse the country genre is. We feel this year’s line-up is a great reflection of that.”

The festival also incorporates line dancing and woodchopping demonstrations as well as local food trucks, a smokehouse barbecue, rides, bars, Gippsland-based market stalls and more.

It is a strong showcase of what the local Gippsland community has to offer, something that continues to be important to the organisers. The key is about connecting people and the greater community.

“We had done a lot of research and knew the community was crying out for an event like this,” Aidan said.

“However, to see the response it received both locally and from other parts of the country, and for it to sell out so fast in its inaugural year, was really remarkable.

We’re so thankful for the support people have shown the event. I think people are really looking forward to reconnecting with their families and friends, in-person, and celebrating the things they love, in the places they love. It’s definitely been a really challenging 20 months for the music and events industry, and many more, and my hopes are that people come out and support live music again more than ever.”

The Gippsland Country Music Festival will be held on April 23 at Mossvale Park, Berrys Creek.

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Zoe Robbins, 17, works at the Gippsland Jersey Milkshake Shack.

The shipping container turned Milkshake Shack.

Cool times at milkshake shack Stefan Bradley

Zoe Robbins, 17, at the Gippsland Jersey Milkshake Shack.

Married couple and Grill-em owners Selda Cetin (left) and Taylan Cetin.

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THE first Gippsland Jersey Milkshake Shack opened in September and is serving shakes all summer long.

Sallie Jones, who co-owns Gippsland Jersey with Steve Ronalds, was driving through Stratford when she encountered a friendly site.

It was the Grill-em food truck in its new shed, situated in a really good location for motorists passing through.

Ms Jones had seen Grill-em many times before, so she decided to give them a try.

“It was a really good kebab,” Ms Jones said, “I was starving hungry and the serving size was just massive.”

Ms Jones spoke to Grill-em co-owner Taylan Cetin to find out how they got such a favourable spot, and after Mr Cetin handed his landlord’s number, things moved quickly.

“Literally a week later, we had the crane deliver our shipping container to the spot," Ms Jones said.

The Gippsland Jersey team asked Kellie Murray to be their location manager and the shipping container was converted into a milkshake shack next to Grill-em.

“I was the nearest and probably the most experienced staff member to be able to get that set up and organised,” Ms Murray said.

The shack sells milkshakes and spiders containing the Gippsland Jersey’s locally-produced milk, with some of the company’s other products also available for sale such as butter, sour cream and milk.

They named the first one in Stratford the ‘Stratty Milkshake Shack’, with other pop-ups set up later in Lakes Entrance, Inverloch and Warragul.

“The opening day we had about 500 people show up for a milkshake,” Ms Jones said.

“Mick Harrington even showed up to talk to the fans as he’d just finished The Voice.”

Ms Murray would like to see the milkshake shacks help Gippsland Jersey become a midpoint for the region.

“We’ve got the factory in Lakes Entrance, we've got the farmers in the West Gippsland area”, she said.

“So hopefully we can get the brand out there in the middle of everywhere.

“And ideally reach people from external areas, not just our local area.

“We want people to know that we’re about being on the side of the farmer and fair price for what they produce.”

Ms Jones said the support from locals had been incredible.

“It’s a great location, we got the kebabs, the milkshakes and plenty of parking,” she said.

“It’s phenomenal the traffic that goes past that site and they all have to slow down at that roundabout.”

Ms Jones said very young workers were stepping up.

“We’ve been able to give employment opportunities to some fabulous young people,” she said.

“Staff is everything and I think we’ve become an employer of choice, they want to work for us.

“We also know that hospitality staff are our frontline tourism officers as they’re the ones telling visitors to our region how fabulous it is and where to go.

“And being that beautiful, welcoming face.”

One of those young workers is 17-year-old casual employee Zoe Robbins, who said all sorts of people came to buy the shakes.

“Older generations love a milkshake because it gives them memories of their childhood,” Zoe said.

“And kids love them obviously, because milkshakes are delicious.”

Zoe said her favourite milkshake flavour was lime.

“You should definitely try lime,” she said, “it’s very good.”

Many customers ordered the milkshakes after eating at Grill-em.

“And lots of people are coming from the local pool,” Zoe said.

Ms Jones said that customers describe the shack’s product as ‘old-fashioned milkshakes’.

“The quality of the milk is the thing that stands out,” she said, “they’re very simple, got a big scoop of ice cream, old school topping and the rest is just milk,” she said.

Ms Jones said she was very proud of their locallyproduced milk.

“We’re the only white milk processor in the area, and it happens to be in Lakes Entrance,” she said.

“People really like local things, and we find that milkshakes are a good conversation starter.”

During school holidays the Stratford Milkshake Shack is open seven days a week from 11am to 4pm.

Partnership leads to scholarship opportunities for women GIPPSLAND Water has partnered with Federation University Australia to offer scholarships to local female students worth up to $9000 each.

The Gippsland Water Scholarship offers Gippsland-based women studying engineering or science degrees at Federation University’s Gippsland campus $3000 per year for the first three years of their course to help with their studies.

Up to two new Gippsland Water Scholarships will be offered per year.

Managing director Sarah Cumming said she hoped the scholarships would help each recipient to focus on their studies and get the most out of their degree, so they could confidently pursue a career in their chosen field while remaining in Gippsland.

“We know that women are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) careers,” Ms Cumming said.

“Encouraging local women and girls to pursue careers in STEM is something we’re really passionate about.

“These scholarships are about providing that pathway from secondary school, through university, to a rewarding career in engineering or science.”

Ms Cumming conceded that achieving a gender balance in STEM careers will take time, but initiatives like this one could help begin to bridge the gap.

“We want to help more women achieve fulfilling

careers in STEM, right here in Gippsland, including through opportunities at Gippsland Water.”

The recipients are also likely to be given the opportunity to participate in Gippsland Water’s summer vacation program – a paid, 12-week employment term that gives the students handson experience in their area of interest within the organisation.

Federation University Gippsland Head of Campus Leigh Kennedy said it was wonderful to work with Gippsland Water to support tomorrow’s scientists and engineers.

“We know that the majority of students who study locally, go on to live and work locally,” she said.

“This partnership to support young Gippsland women into STEM education means that local female students can get financial support to study, and importantly have a strong connection to Gippsland Water for on-the-job experience and work placement.”

Two scholarships will be advertised to female Gippsland-based engineering or science students starting their degree at FedUni’s Gippsland campus in 2022. Applications open January 17 and close March 4, 2022.

Students can find out more and apply for the Gippsland Water Scholarship at https://federation. edu.au/gippsland-water-scholarship

Gippsland Water’s Sarah Cumming and FedUni’s Leigh Kennedy.

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Beautiful blue skies at the Port of Sale.

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Longford’s floodplains at sunset. sunset

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Choosing a dairy effluent management system AGRICULTURE Victoria also has some handy online information to assist dairy farmers when deciding which dairy effluent management system is best for their farm.

Find them at: a griculture.vic.gov.au/ livestock-and-animals/dairy/managing-effluent/ choosing-an-effluent-management-system Developing an effective dairy effluent system requires detailed planning and often expert technical advice and guidance.

It’s important to consider the soil type, distance to waterways, how the system can be integrated into existing infrastructure, management strategies such as fertiliser application and irrigation management.

It is also important to conduct the appropriate geotechnical investigations to guide site selection.

Choosing the most appropriate effluent system will depend on what is: more practical, easier to maintain, considering other activities around the farm and has the potential to return the most benefits.

Components to consider in a dairy situation may include: Minimisation of effluent - The more effluent generated at the dairy or feedpad, the more that requires storage and application Solid separation and fibre removal separating the coarse material from the liquid stream (such as manure solids, fibre, debris, sand, gravel and stones) reduces the likelihood of problems with other components within the effluent system that may include the pumping, storage, conveyance and application stages Conveyance - How will effluent be conveyed from the point source? Where will it be conveyed too? Can gravity be utilised? What distances are involved?

These questions will assist in determining the most appropriate conveyance method for the system

Storage or containment - What is the most practical and effective method to contain effluent within the property boundaries over the wetter months of the year?

Application - Determining the end location for where effluent will be applied is often a good starting point when designing an effluent system.

A key principle in the application stage is ensuring effluent can be applied over a significant percentage of the farm paddocks. Application of effluent should be strategically linked to the farm soil fertility targets and fertiliser applications Management - The overall management and ongoing maintenance of an effluent system is often overlooked.

Types of dairy effluent systems

ALL effluent systems have their advantages and disadvantages. It’s a matter of choosing the system that best suits the farm variables, location and labour capacity.

System types can include direct application to pastures and crops (although a higher risk system), single storage ponds, multi-pond systems or tanks.

Due to the large number of considerations required when planning an effluent system, technical assistance is often recommended.

As the lead agency in effluent and manure systems design and management in Victoria, Agriculture Victoria provides technical resources and training through the nationally recognised Design Livestock Effluent Systems (Unit AHCLSK 506A) in partnership with Dairy Australia.

The Effluent System Designer List

THIS is a list of service provider businesses who have achieved a level of competence based on successfully completing all assessments and course requirements for the Design Livestock Effluent Systems Course.

They are able to offer farmers relevant services with respect to planning, design and management.

Find out more at: agriculture.vic.gov.au/ livestock-and-animals/dairy/managing-effluent/ effluent-system-designers

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Broadening horizons IN partnership with a range of industry sponsors, the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship is an initiative to support the next generation of leaders that will drive the future prosperity of Australian rural industries and communities.

The sponsors of the AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship Program include Australian Eggs, Australian Wool Innovation (AWI), Cooperative Research Centre for Developing Northern Australia (CRCNA), Dairy Australia, Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), Hort Innovation, FMC Australasia, Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC), and the AgriFutures Thoroughbred Horses, Rice and Emerging Industries Programs.

The scholarship provides students with a $10,000 bursary over the final two years of their undergraduate degree, and opportunities to build leadership skills and collaborate across rural industries.

Scholars also attend an annual four-day professional development workshop and complete two weeks of industry work placement.

Throughout their time in the program, they are exposed to a range of industry networks, including opportunities to attend industry events, gaining vital skills and insights across traditional and emerging areas of Australian agriculture.

AgriFutures Australia managing director John Harvey said that in order to build prosperous and sustainable rural industries, it is important to attract and retain a skilled and passionate workforce, including ‘up and coming’ leaders.

“Building the capacity, knowledge and skills of Australia’s future workforce is vital to the growth of Australian agriculture and a priority right across our rural industries. This scholarship provides students with a platform for networking, forward thinking and idea creation needed to forge a career in the industry,” Mr Harvey said.

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In recent years, the Horizon Scholarship offering has been broadened to include STEM degrees, recognising the importance of collaboration across a variety of disciplines to support the growth of rural industries.

“The AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship attracts students who are diverse, passionate and progressive, with the capability to be future leaders of the Australian agricultural workforce.

Providing these students with the opportunity to come together in the same room creates a platform for collaboration which is invaluable for the scholars and rural industries alike. I thank all of the industry sponsors who make this possible and share our commitment to building the capacity of future leaders,” Mr Harvey said.

To be eligible for the 2022 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarship students must: Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident Be studying an undergraduate degree at an Australian university Be entering the final two years of their degree in 2022 Eligible degrees include traditional agriculture degrees such as rural science, animal science and agribusiness, along with Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) degrees with major studies and subject selections relevant to, and aligned with, agriculture.

Students who are passionate about the future of Australian agriculture are encouraged to apply.

Scholarship recipients will be selected on the basis of their commitment to a career in agriculture, as well as their leadership potential and tertiary academic record to date.

Applications close Friday, January 14, 2022 at midnight AEDT. Shortlisted applicants will be required to participate in a telephone interview in February 2022, and scholarship recipients will be announced in April 2022.

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MSA Excellence in Eating Quality Series poised to return in 2022

Heat tolerant cows a winner for dairy ry y milk production

As the weather heats up across the state, ground-breaking research is helping farmers deal with the impact that hot weather conditions can have on the milk production of dairy cows.

Photo: File AS THE weather heats up across the state, groundbreaking research is helping farmers deal with the impact that hot weather conditions can have on the milk production of dairy cows.

Researchers at Agriculture Victoria are supporting dairy farmers to respond to changing climates and extreme temperatures through their study on heat tolerance in dairy cows, and are now one step closer to unlocking the genetic code to breeding more heat resistant cows.

Agriculture Victoria research director Ben Cocks said researchers have identified five new genes strongly associated with heat tolerance in dairy cows.

The findings come after studying almost 500,000 milk records from approximately 30,000 Holstein cows — a six-fold increase in sample size from prior comparable studies.

“This large increase in sample size has helped the team pinpoint the specific regions in the cow’s DNA that controls heat regulation, helping us

better identify which cows are more heat tolerant than others,” Professor Cocks said.

When temperatures and humidity rise, dairy cows reduce their feed intake, resulting in a decrease in milk production. In areas such as Northern Victoria, this means more than 100 days a year are considered too hot for dairy cows to produce optimal amounts of milk.

“By breeding cattle that can adapt to rising temperatures, we are helping create a more resilient dairy industry under a changing climate,” Professor Cocks said. “This gives farmers the support they need to minimise the impact of heat on their herds and maintain milk production.”

Researchers also discovered that genes associated with the nervous system were critical for heat tolerance — an important finding as the nervous system connects the inside of the animal to its outside environment.

The research team at Agriculture Victoria are using the results from this study to begin a

five-year research project — testing and comparing the newly found heat-tolerant genes with DNA from dairy cows across Australia to find new ways to identify the most heat-tolerant cows for farmers to breed.

As temperatures increase across Australia, heattolerant dairy cows are fast gaining the attention of scientists and farmers to help maintain consistent milk production and create a more efficient and competitive dairy industry.

This world-leading study is part of the DairyBio program — a $55 million research partnership between Agriculture Victoria, Dairy Australia and the Gardiner Foundation.

Agriculture Victoria is committed to protecting and enhancing the future of the dairy sector by ensuring it is well placed to prepare for climate risk through the Victorian Agriculture Strategy.

For more information, visit dairybio.com.au.

Fast-track rapid antigen tests says VFF THE Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) says both the federal and state governments must fast-track the supply of rapid antigen tests (RAT) and ease isolation requirements for our essential supply chain workforce.

VFF president Emma Germano said the enormous rise of COVID-19 cases in Victoria and the subsequent isolation of an increasing number of workers is mounting pressure on our critical supply chains.

“We’re clearly experiencing a huge escalation in COVID-19 cases throughout the community, meaning a rising amount of people are subject to isolation requirements," Ms Germano said.

“The less workers there are to maintain our supply chains, the more vulnerable it becomes, and this directly threatens our food security.”

“Farmers can’t provide the food and fibre needed to feed the country without the means to transport it via our essential supply chains. Our access to the inputs needed to operate is also severely impacted.”

“We warned both the Federal and Victorian Governments in October last year of this very scenario and to see this eventuate months later is incredibly frustrating.”

Ms Germano said there needs to be an urgent rethink of quarantine rules and a fast-track of RATs for supply chain workers to ensure capacity.

“To help safeguard our essential supply chains, asymptomatic workers deemed close contacts of COVID-19 cases must have their isolation period reduced, much in the same way as healthcare workers," she said.

“Workers need to have a reliable access of a RAT and decision makers must prioritise this.”

“Regional Victoria and our agriculture industry have been a resilient driver of our economy throughout this pandemic and it is high-time that the Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and the government listened.”

“Time is ticking, we need action, leadership and guidance now.”

BEEF producers who consistently deliver carcases with superior eating quality are set to be recognised when the Meat Standards Australia (MSA) Excellence in Eating Quality Series is held nationally in March 2022.

Hosted by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), the series will travel to six states across the country, with each event featuring an interactive forum centred around the theme of ‘Growing and grading the greatest meat on earth’, followed by the Awards ceremony.

Registrations are now open for the half-day forums, which are designed to equip producers with the tools to make practical on-farm changes to benefit their herd’s eating quality outcomes, the end consumer, and the profitability of the industry.

The biennial series, originally due to be held in September and October this year, was rescheduled to 2022 due to the impact of COVID19 restrictions.

The Awards are presented to top-performing MSA registered producers and are based on MSA Index results for MSA graded cattle during the 2019-20 and 2020-21 financial years.

Awards will be announced in each state for Most Outstanding MSA Feedlot (with the exception of Tasmania), and two awards for Most Outstanding MSA Beef Producers, to recognise producers of both larger (Band 1) and smaller (Band 2) MSA consignments.

One producer from each state will also win the MSA Excellence in Eating Quality Progress Award for showing the greatest improvement in their MSA results since the last Awards series.

A new award will be presented to one producer in each state for the Champion MSA Index Carcase.

This will be presented for an individual carcase that had the highest MSA Index in the state over the two-year period.

MSA was developed by the Australian red meat industry to improve eating quality consistency of beef and sheepmeat.

The MSA beef program is based on almost 1.2 million consumer taste tests from more than 171,000 consumers from 11 countries and takes into account the factors that affect eating quality from the paddock to plate.

MSA program manager Dr David Packer said the forums would provide the opportunity for beef producers and others along the supply chain to hear from the MLA leadership team and industry speakers on how to maximise value using the MSA program.

“The forums will detail the 2021 Australian Beef Eating Quality Insights (ABEQI) report as a tool to benchmark MSA performance against other producers and understand the on-farm production factors that influence beef eating quality,” Dr Packer said.

“Attendees will hear from local producers who are using MSA and carcase feedback to meet their target markets and key industry advisors providing guidance on management and genetic factors to influence positive MSA outcomes.

"The audience will also have the unique opportunity to ask questions of local processors and brand owners about the importance of meeting customer requirements.

“The strong eating quality performance of Australian beef over 2019-21 has been supported by participation along the entire Australian red meat supply chain. I hope to see many members of our red meat industry at these events.”

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Are you seeking a career in healthcare? LRH has a range of opportunities available for individuals who like to make a difference and care for our community. ● Administration Team Leader ● Registered Nurses & Midwives ● Dietitian ● Clinical Lead Medical Oncology ● Pharmacy Intern Mental Heath: ● Associate Nurse Unit Manager - SECU ● Registered Psychiatric Nurses ● Psychiatric Nurse Consultant/Scholarly ● Community Recovery Clinician - Warragul ● Dual Diagnosis Senior Clinician ● Social Worker ● PECT Clinician ● Senior Community Clinician ● Mental Health Clinician Educator For further information, including how to apply positions descriptions and application closing dates please visit our website https://lrh.mercury.com.au/ Successful applicants will be required to obtain a satisfactory national police check and working with children check.

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We currently have 2 positions available: 2 x Casual Truck Driver (min. HR Licence) with consideration to move to permanent 1 x Permanent Truck Driver (min. HC Licence) Please Note: HR & HC Licence held must permit driving of non-synchromesh vehicles.

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Note: Applicants will be requested to demonstrate compliance with the applicable Victorian COVID-19 directions for Authorised Workers.

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Qualified Tradesman Panel Beater Apprentice Panel Beater DJ & ML PANELS are seeking a qualified Tradesman Panel Beater and 3rd or 4th year Apprentice to join our team in a busy Panel Shop in Sale.

Above award wages apply. Please email resumes to djpanels@bigpond.net.au

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Phone 0400 265 693.

Email: peter.croker@covino.com.au

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0.4 FTE FIXED TERM REPLACEMENT POSITION (two days per week) Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the above Fixed term teaching position to commence on January 28th 2022 and ending January 26th 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 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: alittle@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications and resumes can be forwarded to Mrs Anita Little Email: alittle@sttsale.catholic.edu.au Applications close Friday January 14, 2022 at 4pm

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Part Time Fixed Term Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? ● Are you a nursing student looking to gain more experience in your chosen profession?

If so, we'd love you to join our team!

Central Gippsland Health are seeking to appoint nursing students to gain employment at CGHS whilst continuing their studies. You will be an integral part of our workforce in supporting our community during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The position suits someone who is a team player with excellent communication and computing skills with a desire to continually learn and is adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

To apply for the role or for further information, go to https://centralgippslandhealth.mercury.com.au or contact Madelyn Brand, HR Coordinator on (03) 5143 8530. ●

Various Tenure ● Excellent benefits including salary packaging ● Challenging and rewarding work environment ● Ongoing training and development opportunities Central Gippsland Health are seeking to appoint an energetic and motivated Environmental Services Assistant (ESA) to join our team. Our ESA's are currently responsible for the provision of a high quality clean and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors at CGH. If you have relevant vocational qualifications or relevant work experience, we would love to hear from you!

To apply for the role or for further information, go to https://centralgippslandhealth.mercury.com.au or contact Mark Skeen, Environmental Services Team Leader on (03) 5147 0100 or mark.skeen@cgh.com.au

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Part Time Maffra Medical Group was established in 1974.

We are a highly committed team of health professionals, working closely together.

The practice team consists of General Practitioners, Practice Nurses and Administrative staff. A pathology service is available on site.

We are seeking to employ a permanent part time Registered Nurse - Division 1.

The successful applicant will be available for two shifts per week, between the hours of 8:30am to 6pm.

Key Selection Criteria Essential: ● Appropriate tertiary qualification and AHPRA registration. ● Professional indemnity cover. ● Knowledge of infection control, CPR and emergency resuscitation techniques, equipment and drugs.

Desirable: ● Competence in the use of relevant equipment and software. ● Training or experience in Medicare item numbers. ● Knowledge of current immunisation schedules, diabetes management and asthma management. ● Childhood immunisation would be an advantage.

To apply: Please submit your resume to practicemanager@mafframedical.com Questions: Please call 03 5147 1011 and ask to speak to the Practice Manager or email practicemanager@mafframedical.com Applications close: 21 January 2022.

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Covino Farms are seeking an experienced driver to join our team.

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

CLASSROOM TEACHER (PART TIME)

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Optical Dispenser Traineeship

The team at Maffra Vision Care is looking for an Optical Dispenser Trainee to join our team.

The successful applicant will undergo a Cert IV Optical Traineeship under the supervision of our qualified dispensers and optometrists. Training is carried out in conjunction with Australian College of Dispensing (ACOD) involving 12 months of work and study, following which you will be a qualified and experienced Optical Dispenser!

This full-time role will see you rostered for Mon to Fri 9am-5:30pm.

Optical Dispensers interpret and dispense optical prescriptions in order to select the most suitable frame and lenses for the patient, as well as repairing optical glasses. You will also undertake duties including, but not limited to, greeting patients, answering incoming calls, scheduling appointments, processing payments and other admin roles.

Recent school leavers are encouraged to apply!

Applications can be emailed to info@maffravisioncare.com.au

TRADES ASSISTANTS/ HANDYMEN/JOINERS /CARPENTERS Australian Sustainable Hardwoods (ASH) is a privately owned advanced timber manufacturer, employing over 170 people in Heyfield, Victoria.

ASH's manufacturing lines are going through a period of dynamic growth, manufacturing appearance grade mass timber systems for large domestic and commercial buildings.

We have a number of exciting opportunities for experienced trades assistants, handy men, Joiners, Carpenters for the fitment of connectors, finishing and joinery work required within our Mass Timber manufacturing facility.

Experience working in any of the following trades would be highly regarded. ● Joinery ● Carpentry ● Cabinet Making The roles will be based in Heyfield, in the Gippsland region of Victoria.

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

For more information or to apply, forward your letter of application and resume to: hr@ash.com.au by 14th January 2022.

HC Driver for Melbourne Run

Bonaccord Freightlines has a full time position available for a driver for trips from Bairnsdale to Melbourne. Applicants will need to be available for the 5 day a week business, including early starts.

HC Local Driver/Yardman

We also have a position available for a Local Driver/Yardman with a HC Licence.

Duties will include local pickups, forklift duties, use of pallet jack, loading/unloading of trucks for our transport operation, monitoring and reporting for our Quality, Safety Management Systems, general housekeeping, washing of inside of trailers, deliveries/pickups of freight in Melbourne and change-over of trailers as required.

This is a fulltime position that includes overtime for rostered Saturday and public holidays as required.

All candidates we are looking for will have: ● A HC licence as minimum. ● A licence to Perform High Risk Work (Forklift) is required for Local Driver/Yardman. ● Professional driving attitude and driving record. ● Previous refrigerated transport and depot experience, is desirable but not essential. ● A commitment to workplace health and safety is essential To be successful for this role applicants must: ● Pass a company medical including drug and alcohol test. ● Be well presented, professional and reliable. ● Have attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team.

If you have minimal driving experience, we are prepared to give you the training and experience to help further your career.

To apply, email your resume with the position name in the subject for the position you wish to apply for: (Casual Driver for Melbourne or HC Local Driver) with work referees directly tofreightlines@bonaccord.net For further details please contact our office on 03 5157 1325 during office hours

Senior IT Officer

Excellent benefits including salary packaging Friendly and supportive team environment Full Time Fixed Term until 2023 We are currently seeking a skilled Senior IT Officer to support CGH by providing effective IT support services and professional assistance. If you have a Certificate IV in Information Technology and experience with providing application support, server and network infrastructure, then please apply now!

To apply for the role or for further information, go to https://centralgippslandhealth.mercury.com.au or contact Ace Wilhelm on (03) 5143 8596 or ace.wilhelm@gha.net.au

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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, Friday, January 28, 2022.

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Tenders are invited from suitably qualified and experienced parties for the provision of municipal pound and animal services on behalf of Wellington Shire Council, commencing 1 August 2022 for a period of five years, with provision for two, two year extensions.

All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents, including service specifications.

Tenders are to be lodged via the eProcure website no later than 5.00pm Wednesday 31 March 2022.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

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ALLMAN Desmond Patrick (Des) Passed away peacefully at CGH on January 6, 2022 after a short illness.

In his 90th year.

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Dearly loved friend of Cec (dec.).

Loved and adored father of Bernadette, Michael, Danny, Sprock, Skip and Groove, their partners and families.

Now in God's care Loved son of the late Myles and Nellie Allman.

Loved brother of Myles, Marie (McCarthy), Ellen (O'Brien), Bill, (all dec.), Leonie (Croatto) and Jim. Loved father of Bernadette.

Pa of Breanna, Brenton and Latoya, Marnie and Ash, Mikaela and Matt.

Adored by Tara, Keeley, Riley, Savannah, Milla, Oaklee, Indie, Evie, Nixie, Harlow and Rocco.

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.

Thank you for your love, devotion and the unforgettable memories created during our lifetimes.

Des, my father, my mate.

Thank you for the good times. I will miss working with you in the cattle yards and our arvo sips at Seaton.

Michael (Horace) and family.

Dearly loved father of Danny and Vivian.

A great father, friend and mentor. Your knowledge has been passed on to so many.

Des/Pa, there are no goodbyes for us.

Wherever you are you will be always in our hearts.

Your guidance over the years was immense.

Always loved Sprock, Taylah, Brodie and Billie.

Loved father of Skip and Dave (Maddo) Treasured Pa of Sam and Megan, Beth and Liam, Tom and Chloe.

Not just our father and grandfather, you were our best mate.

We have so many memories and stories of the good times we shared.

You will be dearly missed, but never forgotten.

Rest Peacefully.

We Love You

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ALLMAN, Des. Sincere condolences to my cousins Bernadette, Michael, Danny, Sprocket, Skip and Groove and their families on the passing of your much loved dad.

Des will always be remembered for his love for family, his bush poetry and his staying power.

So glad we got to know you again these last few years.

R.I.P. Adrian, Mary-Lou and girls.

CAMPBELL (nee Thor) Ellen Lorraine "Nell".

30/8/1930 - 7/1/2022 Died peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

Cherished wife of Colin (dec.).

Loved and loving mum of Helen and Peter (dec.), Haydn and Linda, Susan and John, Carol, Alison and Trevor.

Adored grandmother and great grandmother.

Reunited at last with her beloved Col GILLIGAN, Claire.

Devoted daughter to Pat. Nursing colleague at Heyfield and dear friend.

RIP Claire, you deserve it.

HOLLAND, Barry As a result of accident.

From Wangaratta, formerly of Sale.

Dearest loved husband of Shirley, father of Ian and Narelle and families.

Much loved brother-in-law and Uncle of Heather Kennedy and family and Judy Krzyzanowski and family.

Baz you were the best.

HOLLAND, Barry Formerly of Sale.

28/9/1950 - 8/1/2022 Our best mate and friend taken tragically as the result of a motorcycle accident. Ride on Baz. Love to Shirley, Ian and Narelle.

Martin, Kaye, Ashley and Nicholas.

HOLLAND, Barry.

Aged 71 years of Wangaratta (formerly of Sale).

Result of motorbike accident.

Lifelong friend.

We are devastated to lose you.

We have so many wonderful memories of times spent together, life will never be the same without you.

Helen (Cuz), Ron Pa, (Steveo), Paul and God looked around His Michelle, Kane and garden and found an Melinda, Damon, Ash, empty space, Riley and Britt, Preston He looked upon the earth and Brodie, Alyissia, Miller and found a tired face, and Paisley.

He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest, The garden must be beautiful because He only takes the best.

Loved and missed by Groove, Tim, Eliza, Mahli and Josh.

ALLMAN, Des. Brother-in-law of Austie and Eilly Gannon (both dec.)

Uncle of Maree (Ross), Terry, Denise (Mair) and David (dec.)

Very fond memories of past times.

Deepest sympathy to Bernadette, Michael, Danny, David, Elizabeth, Geraldine and families.

Brother-in-law of Anthony and Trish Lee. Happy memories of fun times.

Our love and sympathy to Des's family.

From the Lee family

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JOHNS Robert William 18/6/1937 - 7/1/2022 Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Thalis (Toni).

Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Rodney and Tania, Tracey and Mark Diamond, Karen Allen and Susan (dec.).

Much loved Poppy Bob of Melissa and Douglas, Steven and Jayde, David and Kate, Nicholas and Tara, Danielle and Matthew, Jessica and Andrew, Benjamin and Megan, and to his 17 great grandchildren.

Goodbyes are not forever, Goodbyes are not the end, They simply mean we'll miss you, Until we meet again.

HOLLONDS (nee Burgess), Florence Margaret Elizabeth ''Flora''.

Gone to be with the Lord 19/12/1922 Passed away 4/1/2022 Aged 99 years.

Cherished wife of Lloyd (dec.) for 73 years.

Mother of David (dec.), Shirley, Allan, Barry, Gordon and Graeme.

Mother-in-law of Peter, Katherine, Annette and Caroline.

Grandmother to 14 grandchildren, great grandmother to 13 great My dad, my friend, my teacher. grandchildren.

Memories we have Forever in our hearts, our forever. beautiful d e d i c a t e d RIP Dad, Pop, Poppy mother, reunited with Dad Bob. and Mark and David, now together T r a c e y Diamond forever.

Nicholas, Tara, Maddi, A wonderful mother and and Cooper Diamond. nan will be sadly missed. Danielle, Matthew, Jai, and Abbie Hazelman.

Shirley, Peter and Kerry.

The greatest gift a parent Flora filled our lives with can ever give to a child, happiness that we will My father gave to us time carry in our hearts forever. and time again….himself.

May she rest in peace.

Allan, Katherine, and JOHNS, Robert (Bob) 18/6/1937 - 7/1/2022 family.

Aged 84.

We were a big family, but Loving Dad to Rod and you always made me feel Tania.

Adored Pop to Melissa, special and loved.

Doug, Steve, Jayde, Dave Barry. and Kate.

Such a wonderful mum, Great Poppy to Elyse, Olivia, Taylor, you took us everywhere in Zoe, your blue Morris, forever Cohen, Westyn, Cooper, Archie, Makenna, grateful.

Summer, Nate and Daisy.

Gordon.

A true gentleman.

To a beautiful mother who Finally in the loving arms of his daughter Susan. brought me here, I moulded my life the way Wonderful memories.

Forever in our hearts xx you taught me to.

For all that I am, I owe to a mother like you. JOHNS, Robert Bob. Just as you came here 84 years young.

Cherished grandfather of before me, And paved a way for me Melissa and Doug.

Very much loved Poppy in this world, You have now left to Bob of Elyse, Zoe and Olivia. carve a place for me In heaven - where one Today our hearts are broken, but we will always day I can be with you. the precious Until then, you will live h o l d memories of you close to inside of me Wherever I go, because I our hearts.

We will miss you so much, am part of you.

Gordon, Hayley and Rest peacefully Pop. xxx.

Mitchell (grandchildren) JOHNS, Robert William (Bob).

Much loved and loving Passed away 7/1/2022.

Mother, Mother-in-law, Respected brother-in-law Nanna and Great Nanna of Michael (dec.) and of Barry and Annette, Gwen Ault.

Chloe, Brian and Pippa, Uncle Bob of Tania, Sarah, Matthew, Clara Nadine, Scott and their and Thomas. families.

Wonderful memories for Fond memories us to treasure.

The Lord is my Shepherd. KLIMAS, Richard Barry, Annette and family 13/11/1950 - 17/12/2021 Our deepest condolences to Judi, Jade, Tai, Zeph Those we love don't go and Families. away Your loss is enormous.

They walk beside us Richard was a good and every day gorgeous man who loved Unseen, unheard but life. His generous heart always near and beautiful spirit made Still loved, still missed and this a better world. We very dear hold as treasure all the Graeme, Caroline, Scott wonderful years we and Brent. shared as families.

To Mrs. Klimas, Kris, Special thanks to Rosy, Joey and Liz we Dr O'Kane, t h e send love. management and all the We loved your Richard nursing staff at Sale greatly.

Gardens (Opal) Aged Our prayers and God's Care for the wonderful Blessings. loving care you gave to Rest In Peace our dear our beautiful mother Flora friend. over the last 4 1/2 years.

Glenda and David, Justin From all the Hollonds and Kath, Sarah, Emily, family.

Joshua, Isaac, Toby Anderson and families.

MATTHEWS, Taylah Reese.

In loving memory of Taylah Reese Mathews, beloved daughter of Jason and Kelly Matthews, beloved sister to Callum Matthews.

Forever 21 in our hearts.

Service to be held at the Rosedale Football/Netball club rooms in Rosedale on FRIDAY, (January 14, 2022) from 1pm.

Please wear colour to help celebrate our beautiful Taylah.

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McLAUGHLIN, Ronald (Ronnie) Dearly loved. Our hearts are broken. What a wonderful life you led. A real gentle man.

Love Jenni, Caitlyn and Jamie.

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McLAUGHLIN, Ron. The Stratford Fire Brigade Ladies Auxiliary extend their sympathy and love to Mardi and Rod after the passing of Ron. He was a good friend who loved a chat.

We will all miss seeing him pottering around his garden and waving as we passed by.

A real gentleman.

MCLAUGHLIN Ronald Francis (Bricky) 4/3/1924 - 4/1/2022 Passed away peacefully at the Sale Hospital.

Funerals Aged 97 years young Dearly loved husband of Mardi.

Adored and loved father ALLMAN of Rod. Requiem Mass for the Dearly loved and he will repose of the soul of Mr Desmond Patrick Allman be sadly missed WAS HELD at Sleeping Peacefully St Michael's Catholic Forever in our hearts Church, George Street, YESTERDAY 'His busy hands are laid to Heyfield (Monday 1pm, January rest' 10, 2022) followed by burial at the Heyfield Ron, After 66 years a bouquet Lawn Cemetery. of beautiful memories.

Sprinkled with a million Please visit our website tears wishing God had for the livestream of Des' spared you for a few more service. years. With no goodbyes you slipped away. I will love you forever so precious to me.

Mard xxx To my darling Dad, I was so proud to be your son. You taught me how to be humble, compas- BARLOW, Brian Henry. sionate, patient and never A funeral service for give up on my dreams. I Mr Brian Henry Barlow have so many wonderful WAS HELD on Friday memories that will follow January 7, 2022. me for a lifetime, and I will miss you dearly. Always in my heart. ''A Hui Hou'' (until we meet again) Love Rod

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Dear Uncle Ron A true gentleman - you were the best Uncle we could ever wish for. So, kind and caring and interested in everything that we did - we were so blessed to have you for so long. Thank you from the bottom of our heart for everything that you taught us and supported us with, we are forever grateful and will never forget. We have such great memories of you that we will treasure forever. Off to crew with Dad once more.

All our love Neil, Jenny, Kelsie, Michael, Lily, Isabelle, Claire, Jarryd, Archer and Matilda xx

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RYAN. A funeral service for Mr Richard Clyde Ryan WAS HELD on Wednesday January 5, 2022.

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WILSON, Geoffrey Leonard.

16/2/1935 - 13/1/2021 Loved and dearly missed.

Forever in our hearts.

- Lorraine, Lyndel, Robyn and families.

WITTS, Justine 7/2/1983 - 16/1/2004 Auntie Justine is often talked about Always loved and never forgotten Love Mum, Dad, Libby, Lauren and Phil, Olivia, Henry and Lucy xxx

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HOUSE, Glen Anthony.

15/1/1952 - 3/1/2019 It should have been a year to celebrate, but 70 is a milestone you'll never reach.

Much loved and missed every day.

- Cathy.

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CAMPBELL (nee Thor) A private family service for McEWAN, Mrs Ellen Lorraine "Nell" Bethia Joy (Biff).

Campbell will be held.

Belinda, Brenda and families would like to express our sincere thanks to all who offered love, support and comfort on the passing of our much loved Mum/Grandma. thanks are HOLLONDS ( n e e Extreme extended to all staff, past Burgess) The funeral service for and present, of McDonald Mrs Florence Margaret Wing Nursing Home for Elizabeth ''Flora'' Hollonds their care of Biff over the will be held at St. Paul's last 31/2 years.

Anglican Cathedral, Thanks also to Pal and Semmens for Cunninghame Street Sale Brad at 1pm on THURSDAY making this difficult time (January 13, 2022) so much easier. followed by interment at the Sale Monumental Lawn Cemetery.

Our loving Uncle Ron. It's hard to put into words how much we adore you. We have so many beautiful memories and funny stories that we will cherish Covid restrictions apply forever. We will miss your cheeky sense of humour, Please see our website hugs, and handshakes. for Livestream details.

We are so grateful that you been a special part of our lives for so long.

Your loving niece, Nicki, Todd, Myah, Chloe and Marcus. xx To our dearest Uncle Ron. Thank you for always being there for us and playing such a special role in in all our lives. We will cherish the stories and memories that you shared with us. Thank you for making us feel so loved.

Always in our hearts and memories.

Kym, Ken, James, Emma and Poppy, Lachy, Carley and Emi xxx

Funerals

JOHNS The funeral service for Mr Robert William Johns will be held at the Gippsland Memorial Park Crematorium Chapel, Cemetery Drive Traralgon at 11am on MONDAY (January 17, 2022).

Covid restrictions apply

McLaughlin, Ronnie Passed away on January 4th, 2022, peacefully at the Sale Hospital.

Wonderful brother-in-law to Pam and Neil (dec.)

Treasured memories are ours to keep for a lifetime.

MCLAUGHLIN The funeral of Mr Ronald Francis (Bricky) McLaughlin is appointed to leave the Stratford Mechanics Hall, Hobson McLAUGHLIN, Ronnie.

St., Stratford after a Our hearts are broken. service commencing at We will miss you, dear 1 1 a m on FRIDAY friend.

(January 14, 2022) for the Jen, Caity and Jamie x.

Stratford Lawn Cemetery.

Please visit our website for the livestream of Ron's service.

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Sport

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Frenchman Gilles Simon displays the deft touch which saw him climb to a career highest ranking of six during the recent Traralgon International.

Photos: Liam Durkin

French ace adds the star power Liam Durkin

Gilles Simon enjoyed his visit to the Gippsland region for the Traralgon International. was the way in which he never seemed to be rushed in anything he did.

Simon’s desperation and attention to detail also stood out. On a few occasions he still made an effort to get to balls it was clear he had no chance of returning, emphasising the mentality the top line players must have, while he also pulled out of numerous serves after lobbing the ball up only for the wind to take it further away than he wanted.

The match was abandoned for a short while in the second set as the wind became stronger, forcing players and officials to retreat to the hut.

Van Rijthoven became agitated as Simon closed in on victory, whacking one of the match balls out of the court in frustration, but by the same token his body language at that point seemed to marvel at the quality of his opponent, as it did some time later when he hammered his racquet on top of the

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It was a low-key exit for Simon from the Traralgon Showcourt following his win, as he simply made his way into the public viewing area between courts to talk to fellow French players at the tournament.

When asked if he could speak to a humble journalist from the Gippsland Times, Simon’s first response was “five minutes”.

Simon, who speaks exceptional English, said he was happy with how his first match of the tournament unfolded.

“It was a difficult match, difficult conditions, so you never know what to expect,” he said.

“I was pretty happy about the game and I managed to play some decent tennis so I’m happy.

“I’m going to Melbourne right after to play the qualies (qualifiers). It is difficult for me now I’m

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THE Traralgon International ATP Challenger Tour event was highlighted by top seed Gilles Simon taking part in the tournament.

The former World No.6 added a great deal of profile to the event, in what was an added coup for the Traralgon Tennis Association in welcoming a player of his standing.

Simon made it to the quarter-final, but was knocked out by Dutch opponent Jesper De Jong 6-4 6-1.

The Frenchman had a relatively straightforward run to the finals, getting past countryman Geoffrey Blancaneaux in a walkover in the Round of 16, and in a 6-0 6-2 win in blustery conditions against Tim van Rijthoven of The Netherlands in the Round of 32.

While the courts of Traralgon would have surely been a far cry from Wimbledon or Roland-Garros, Simon was ever the professional, and appeared to see the local competition as every bit as important as a major grand slam.

The 37-year-old first took to the court last Wednesday for his match against van Rijthoven, in what was a stop-start affair as light rain made conditions treacherous underfoot.

Both players were initially indecisive about whether or not to commence the match, but eventually got underway after some elbow grease by the ball kids with towels in hand addressed some areas of concern.

It was a rather innocuous start as Simon and van Rijthoven worked their way into the contest, with a number of long rallies highlighting early stages of the first set.

With Simon 13 years older than his opponent, he opted to wear him down rather than go head-tohead, and as the first set progressed it appeared Simon, the current World No.122, was happy to stay patient and take part in long rallies until he found van Rijthoven (ranked 261 in the world) either wrong footed or out of position.

When dissecting the way a player of Simon’s calibre seemed to play, an aspect that stood out

getting older but that is part of sport, you need to play, you need to play some matches.

“The form is up and down, today was a good day, maybe tomorrow is a different one, it is changing very fast now so I just try to appreciate when I have a good day when I can play, move and everything and hope it is going to be the same day tomorrow.”

In what could serve as a lesson in persistence, Simon explained his journey to Traralgon had been some time coming, and like most visitors, couldn’t resist making a comment about the weather.

“It is my first time. I didn’t play as a junior, I was not good enough, so this is my first experience here,” he said.

“Strange one, super-hot the first two days and now it is freezing, windy and raining.”

Having played against and defeated the ‘Big Three’ of Federer, Nadal and Djokovic at stages during his career, the appearance of Simon at Traralgon is sure to add another chapter of rich history to tennis in the region.

Although he wouldn’t name the best of the three, Simon said the challenge of playing against a trio of players who have won 60 of the past 75 Grand Slam singles titles was something he would look back on fondly.

“I’ve had the chance to play against all the players of the era so it was in a way a chance to compete against these guys,” he said.

“In a way I was happy to have the chance to beat all of them also because it means a lot, but at the same time it was not the best era to try to make your career with the titles because they were just contesting the titles with each other.

“But in the end I think it was a chance because as tennis players you want to compete and play against the very best and the most dominant players and I had the chance to face them, play them, lose most of the time, but I had a win against each of them so I’m happy with that.”

For the record, Simon has defeated Roger Federer twice in nine matches, once in nine matches against Rafael Nadal, and once in 12 matches against Novak Djokovic. And for the record, the time of the Gippsland Times interview with Simon was two minutes, 22 seconds.

SALE Croquet Club will host its annual golf croquet singles tournament at its courts on Guthridge Parade this weekend (January 15 and 16).

Players from 10 clubs from as far as Belmont, Drysdale and Mornington have entered.

Play begins at 8.30am both days and continues rain, hail or shine.

Golf croquet is one of the more modern and popular forms of croquet in which the first player to score seven hoops is the victor.

All players and visitors are reminded that to gain entry they must be double vaccinated against COVID-19 and must sign in with a QR code.

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Tough weekend for Sale in CBL Josh Farrell

SALE men's side hosted Korumburra Wildcats at the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex on Sunday afternoon.

The eighth-placed Sonics were in search for their second win of the season against the fifth place Wildcats.

It was a tough weekend for the men's side going down to the Wildcats 109-75.

The men's team was relatively inexperienced with debuts going to Zach Felsbourg and Elijah Berry.

The Sonics worked hard to keep the scoring in check, but had no answer to the dominance of Vin Monaghan, who put up 34 points for the Wildcats.

Korumburra jumped out of the blocks and got away to a 15-point lead at the end of the first period.

Sale pegged it back in the second term reducing the lead to 11 points going into the half-time break.

After the break, Sale continue their momentum from the second quarter and brought the margin back to three points.

The more athletic Wildcats put the foot down however, getting away to 220point lead at the end of term.

Korumburra then continued its dominance and finished with a 34 point victory.

The Sonics women's side played a double header over the weekend against Traralgon on Saturday and and then the Wildcats on Sunday.

These two matches were important for the Sonics who had a string of unlucky losses in the first part

Ash Centra put up 14 and 18 points in Sale’s losses in the CBL on the weekend.

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of the season and were hoping to re-join the winners list.

It was always going to be a tough weekend for the Sonics taking on the top two teams in their matches, but the Sonics were not going to roll over and accept defeat.

Sale almost caused the upset of the season against the undefeated Traralgon T-Birds, going down 68-58.

Traralgon got away to a seven-point lead at the conclusion of the first term, but the Sonics were not going to go away.

Maffra’s men’s and women’s sides get important victories SIMILAR to most sports, the CBL was affected by positive COVID cases over the weekend which saw Maffra's match with Warragul postponed to January 15.

The match with Wonthaggi still went ahead on Sunday afternoon and remained vitally important for the Eagles to remain in touch with the top two teams.

Maffra got the job done with a comfortable 87-63 victory, equalling the number of wins of second place Traralgon.

For the Eagles, it was the usual suspects who did the damage to ensure they got the victory on the road.

Andrew Quirk and Coby Burgiel put up 21 points each to continue their got start to the season.

The first period ended with scores level and it looked like the match may go down to the wire.

After the close first quarter the Eagles took control of the match extending their lead at each break to skip away to an important win.

The Eagles women side got an important win which allowed them to jump to third on the ladder.

The women had a slightly closer match then the men getting the win

by 12 points, 81-69, a result set up by a dominant first term.

The Eagles skipped away to a 12-point lead at the conclusion of the first quarter and it looked like it would be a big win for Maffra.

The Coasters found their groove in the second term reducing the lead to only six points going into the half-time break.

Maffra added a three-point lead at the end of each term to close out the match and ensure they got an important victory.

A slightly different looking side still got the job done for Maffra with big contributions Tayler Hardman and Emerson Connolly.

Hardman put up 24 points and Connolly 20 staying pout of foul trouble only getting three and two respectively.

The men's side is sitting in third on the ladder with a 4-1 win-loss record, behind Traralgon on percentage.

For the women's side, the victory sees them jump to the top of tight middle part of the table to sit third on the ladder on 12 points with a 3-3 win-loss record.

The T-Birds then extended their lead to go into the main break with an 11-point advantage, but Sale were staying in touch.

Sale then reduced the lead to only eight points at the conclusion of the third quarter and they had momentum going into the final term.

They came within four points in the last stanza, but just fell short and Traralgon finished with a 10-point victory and the loss is another one of the 'what could have been' for the Sonics.

Liv Barnett and Ash Centra were pivotal for Sale putting up 16 and 14 points respectively in a gallant effort.

The women's side did not have long to dwell on the loss as they would have another tough match up with the second-placed Wildcats on Sunday.

Korumburra skipped away to an early lead up by 12 points at the conclusion of the first period.

It was always going to be tough for the Sonics to come back from the ascendancy the Wildcats had created.

Korumburra extended to a 19-point lead before Sale reduced it to 11 points before the Wildcats kicked out again to win by 18.

For the Sonics, it was the scoring of Ash Centra (18), Chloe Smith (14) and Sienna Wynd (13) who gave them a sniff of victory.

The men's side find themselves eighth on the ladder with 1-6 win-loss record while the women are sixth with a 2-6 win-loss record.

Come and Try Day a winner

The Sale-Maffra Badminton Association held a very successful ‘Come and Try’ Day last Friday.

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James Whelan put up nine points in Maffra’s win on Saturday.

THE Sale-Maffra Badminton Association held a very successful ‘Come and Try’ Day in the Gippsland Centre, Sale on Friday.

More than 30 people tried badminton or indicated they wanted to play in the future.

Today, people can come and play/try badminton for free at the Mick Mundy Stadium, corner of Gibson and Cobains Road between 10am to 3pm.

For more information, you can phone John Burley on 0427 431 336.

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Seaspray tennis tournament serves up fun as well as good play THE Seaspray Tennis Club held their annual tournament last Saturday at the courts in the coastal town.

As in previous years, there was a good mix of local players and holiday makers who made the time to play this social day of tennis.

The all doubles, round robin format saw players of all abilities take the court, from those who have national rankings to those who are just beginners.

The format also allows family members to play together, which is usually enjoyed by both generations.

At the conclusion of the matches, the clear winner in the men’s draw was Seaspray local and first time entrant Rod Curtis, with Melbourne electrician Mitchell Eagle the runner-up.

In the ladies draw, another Seaspray local Leah Stoffels narrowly defeated well-known

local player Christine Shingles while in the junior competition, another first-time player and Longford Tennis Club regular Louis Lazzaro just edged out Seaspray player PJ Falconer for the trophy.

Seaspray Tennis Club life member Gregor McNaughton presented the perpetual shield to the winners.

Other club life members Anne Fox and Jo Mactier were also present on the day.

Spectators enjoyed the sunshine after the week of storms while watching some impressive tennis.

It was great to see parents and grandparents watching their families play tennis.

The club hopes to run the tournament again next year with less worry about global pandemics.

Winners with trophies left to right: PJ Falconer, Mitchell Eagle, Rod Curtis, Gregor McNaughton, Leah Stoffels, Christne Shingles, Louis Lazzaro.

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The Go 7s summer soccer competition was back underway in Sale last week under grey skies.

Zoe Askew SALE'S soccer addicts finally got their fix with the recommencement of the Go 7s summer soccer competition despite the blistering wind and drenching rain last week.

Finishing round two tied for second on the ladder, the Purple Cobras and Dusty Trims kicked off round three, both equally eager to assert their superiority and claim the higher ladder position.

After 40 minutes - which at times saw tempers flare - Purple Cobras and Dusty Trims drew the match 3-3.

The undefeated Four Leaf Clovers took on The Boys in Blue, winning 2-0, in spite of losing a player early on due to injury.

Four Leaf Clovers exhibited strategic knowledge, versatility and ball skills, justifying their spot at the top of the ladder.

Following the loss, The Boys in Blue dropped from fifth to the sixth position on the ladder.

Not Quite Ajax defeated Barely Athletic 4-2, claiming the crown as the highest-scoring team in round three and securing second place on the ladder.

Barely Athletic put in a gallant effort, conceding only four goals in the 40 minutes despite numerous attempts made by Not Quite Ajax.

The bottom of the ladder team Game of Throw Ins forfeited against the De Vines in round three, which saw the De Vines climb from sixth to the fifth position.

Just shy of a hat-trick, current leading goal scorer

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Charlie Cockell booted in two goals, scoring his total goals scored to an impressive number of seven over three matches.

Also kicking two goals in round three was Callum Matthews. Matthews is closing in hot on Cockell's goal-scoring lead with a current total of five goals scored.

Following the 2020 soccer season cancellation due to COVID, Sale United Football Club (SUFC) secretary, Darleen Richardson and newly-appointed SUFC senior men's coach Anouk Meereboer organised the Go 7s tournament in December 2020 as restrictions had eased across the state.

The 2020 Go 7s tournament served as the perfect transition to allow juniors finishing the Twilight Soccer competition to keep playing over the summer holidays.

For senior players, it offered an outlet to refine their ball skills and develop fitness before the pre-season.

"This is the second year we have run a Go 7s tournament; we will continue to run the competition next year because it's just a great way to play fun, social soccer," Meereboer told the Gippsland Times.

Meereboer is working tirelessly to organise the competition and is hopeful more volunteers can join her next year to further grow the event.

“The more people that can volunteer, the more people can play, and the better it is. We have the facilities, the system and structure are already in place, now we want the numbers.”

Diamond’s dazzling ton not enough for Warriors to prevail THE first round back after the Christmas break for the Sale-Maffra Cricket Association found itself ravaged by positive COVID cases.

On Thursday, the association announced the Bundalaguah and Maffra clash along with the Collegians and Longford match-up would be moved to the reserve day this Sunday.

On Saturday morning, Boisdale-Briagolong and Sale succumbed to the impacts of COVID and their match was moved to this Sunday with the others.

Stratford and Rosedale-Kilmany were able to put together teams and a close match unfolded at the Warriors’ home ground.

The top-of-the-table Redbacks came into the round looking to continue their unbeaten run, but the Warriors were always going to put up a fight.

Stratford won the toss and elected to bat first with a team relatively unchanged from the side that had helped them to the top of the ladder in 2021.

The Redbacks picked up where they left off, the top six all got starts with the lowest score 19.

Chris Aurisch and Lachlan Channing got Stratford off to a strong start, Aurisch pushed the run rate hitting 43 off 31 deliveries which

Rohan Diamond made 119 off 114 on Saturday against top of the ladder Stratford.

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included four sixes and two fours while Channing was slightly more subdued hitting 22 from 47.

The two openers fell at a similar time with Aurisch succumbing to Spencer Fox and Channing lost his wicket to Ben Fleming.

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Jack Rietschel made his return to the Redbacks and got into his work hitting 28 from 39 before he fell to Bailey Reid.

Through the middle-order it was Ben Channing and Lewis Bolton who continued the good start making 22 and 24 respectively.

A strong finish came from number nine Sam Anstee who scored 29 from 41 balls to help Stratford to 8/220 from their 45 overs.

The Warriors had a shaky start to their run chase losing Adam Diamond to find themselves at 1/8 early doors.

This brought Rohan Diamond to the crease and the Warriors star got into his work to attempt to chase the Redbacks score.

Diamond hit an astonishing 119 off 114 balls, milking the Redbacks’ bowling line-up in a blistering display.

He only hit eight boundaries in his innings which included five fours and three sixes in which hearts were in mouths for Jack Tatterson and his side in the field as the Warriors edged closer to their score.

The next highest score was Brandon McDonald

who put on 20 at the top of the order, this shows the sheer dominance of Diamond's innings.

Rosedale-Kilmany made 195 all out falling only 25 runs short of defeating league leading Redbacks.

For Stratford, the wickets were well spread between the bowlers, a pattern regularly seen so far this season.

Skipper Jack Tatterson and Simon Williams took three each and Lachie Dowd along with Jack Rietschel claimed two apiece.

While Stratford got the win, this match provided the blueprint to put pressure on the competition pacesetters in the rounds ahead.

Lowering the impact of spinners Ethan Albrecht and Sam Anstee give teams the opportunity to compete against the Redbacks.

This round of cricket is important in the context for the ladder positions, the Sunday matches will hold the key in understanding where the ladder will finish come March.