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More than 3000 people were in att ttendance t at the state’s inaugural Good Friday race meeting at Sale.

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HISTORY was created at Sale Turf Club on Good Friday, with the venue chosen to host the first-ever meeting on the public holiday out of any country racing club in the state. More than 3000 spectators flocked from across the region to attend, and the club pulled out all the stops to ensure it was a meeting befitting of the occasion. Such was the magnitude of hosting the meeting, the Sale Turf Club committee wore special purple blazers to properly mark the occasion. On-track racing was highlighted by the running of The Country Discovery, while there was no shortage of activities for racegoers of all ages to enjoy. The $500,000 race – the richest ever run in country Victoria – was won by In The Boat over 1100 metres for Warrnambool trainer Lindsey Smith. Idyllic conditions made for a great day at the track, as patrons were treated to first-rate hospitality by Sale Turf Club. In a great show of generosity, the meeting was also held to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.

Money for the appeal was raised on-course through a portion of ticket prices, tin rattlers from the Sale Lions Club and Freemasons and an auction of commemorative silks signed by jockeys who took part. Away from racing, spectators enjoyed the opportunity to throw down a picnic rug on the lawn and unwind, while others made the most of the many marquees that lined the straight, and tried their luck amid the hustle and bustle of the betting ring. Fans were treated to live entertainment from local singer Mick Harrington of The Voice notoriety and former AFL player Campbell Brown was on site calling for SENTrack Latrobe Valley. There was a great sense of community as food trucks providing local produce were scattered throughout Greenwattle Racecourse, as the Sale Turf Club gave many local hospitality providers the chance to get a slice of the action. The day also saw all Gippsland racing clubs come together in a strong show of unity. Representatives from Sale, Latrobe Valley (Traralgon), Moe, Bairnsdale and Stony Creek gathered at the end of Race 3, which was named the ‘Gippsland

Racing Club’s Country Oaks’, to stand together in solidarity at the presentation. Sale Turf Club committee member Bill Jones said the club was proud to be the inaugural hosts of the Good Friday meeting. “It is just fantastic, it really is an honour,” he said. “I’ve been involved with the club for nearly 20 years, after Cup Day this is the biggest day we’ve ever had. “The quality of The Country Discovery was just unbelievable - probably the best quality race we’ve ever had in Sale.” In preparing for the event, one can only imagine the behind the scenes work and number of meetings that took place in order to pull it off. Mr Jones wished to pay tribute to all involved. “The club has worked really hard and put a lot of work into getting it just right because we are aware that it is the first time it has ever been put on … we wanted to make sure it was a great day,” he said. “We hope that we have set a bit of a benchmark so clubs in the future can aim for and hopefully make it a great day for Victorian racing.”

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GIPPSLAND businesses will be celebrated by the 2022 Federation University Gippsland Business Awards which were launched last week before a large crowd of supporters and sponsors. Awards chair Graeme Sennett said the region’s business sector had experienced unprecedented challenges over the last two years and the awards were an opportunity to acknowledge their determination, innovation and resilience. “For more than 24 years, these awards have acknowledged incredible businesses from across the region and thanks to local councils and corporate sponsors, this event helps us celebrate them,” Mr Sennett said. As well as the prestigious Gippsland Business of the Year award, other categories are: Accommodation, Food Wine Producers, Health and Wellbeing, Hospitality, Manufacturing/Export, New Business, Retail, Business and Professional Services, Beauty and Personal Care, Mechanical Trades and Construction, and Tourism Activities and Attractions. Winners will be announced at a gala event on Friday, August 26 at Federation University’s Gippsland Campus in Churchill. Mr Sennett told those at the breakfast launch, sponsored by Latrobe Health Services, that the business sector was vital to the growth, innovation and sustainability of the regional community. “They not only drive economic growth but provide employment opportunities for many locals, accounting for a large portion of jobs,” he said. “In the pandemic, many businesses have had to innovate to survive. We continue to be amazed by their resilience and determination.” Nominations are now open for the awards with entries closing on June 3. They can be submitted on the Federation University Gippsland Business Awards website - www.gba.org.au Once a business is nominated, it will receive a unique email link to complete its entry. All entries are completed online. “We urge all Gippsland business operators to take this opportunity to recognise their achievements during a very difficult period and celebrate their capacity to overcome adversity by participating in the 2021 awards,” Mr Sennett said.

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Passport aims to entice tourists Left: Mansi on Raymond manager Josh Singh is looking forward to welcoming tourists back. Inset: The Passport is available through The Middle of Everywhere app. Photos: Tom Parry

Tom Parry A NEW tourism initiative has been launched to bring visitors back to Gippsland following long periods of travel restrictions. The Local Tourist Passport will provide discounts on accommodation services and tourist attractions for visitors to the Wellington Shire. Central Gippsland Tourism president Shaun Lennard is advocating for the initiative, believing it will allow the industry to bounce back. “Restrictions crippled our tourism operators from all sectors, food and beverage, attractions and accommodation,” Mr Leonard said. “The ‘Local Tourism Passport’ campaign is all about getting behind our tourism sector and helping these local communities, businesses and families get back on their feet as quickly as possible.” There is hope that the Passport will tap into the “Visiting Friends and Relatives” tourist demographic, which is slowly growing after two years of pandemic-induced lockdowns. Mansi on Raymond manager and Central Gippsland Tourism vice-president Josh Singh said that the segment was “very much” growing. “Particularly over your busy periods – take Easter, coming up, and Christmas time – that’s when most families get together,” Mr Singh said. “That market is definitely there, and it tends to keep growing, that’s for sure.” Mansi is just one local business taking advantage of the initiative, offering a “Stay Three, Pay Two” deal for visitors who show their Local Tourist Passport. As its name implies, the deal will allow guests to stay three nights in a room for the price of two nights’ accommodation. The Passport has benefits for Wellington Shire residents too, allowing free or discounted access to local attractions provided they are accompanied with a full-fee paying visitor. Port of Sale Heritage Cruises operator, Alan Lewis has offered any local a free ticket for one of his daily cruises when making a purchase with, or on behalf of, a visitor from outside the Shire. Mr Lewis said that the campaign is a fantastic opportunity for locals to support local business

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while showcasing how beautiful their own backyard is. “It has been a very difficult couple of years for us all where customer numbers were dramatically impacted or in some cases, reduced to zero,” Mr Lewis said “It will be fantastic to see the Rubeena at capacity again, with as many smiling faces as possible.” To take advantage of the Passport, residents and tourists will need to download the Middle of Everywhere App onto their smartphones, then hit the link on the landing page. More information is available via the official website: themiddleofeverywhere.com.au

Blue-green algae bloom is spreading THE Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) advises that the toxic blue-green algae bloom currently impacting the Gippsland Lakes has spread further. The only two sites safe for human and pet contact within the Gippsland Lakes are Lake Wellington and east of Nungurner. The community are urged to avoid any contact with water from any other area of Lake King and Lake Victoria. This includes areas near Paynesville, Eagle Point, Newlands Arm, Wattle Point and Metung. Increased testing across the entire lakes system has indicated that algal levels have heightened. As a result, the current advisories will remain in place for the remainder of the school holiday period. Do not eat shellfish and gut and gill whole fish advisories remain in place for the entire Gippsland Lakes system, including Lake Wellington. Direct contact with toxic blue-green algae can cause allergic reactions such as skin rashes or

itchiness, sore eyes, ears and nose or, if swallowed, gastroenteritis, nausea or vomiting. The Department of Health advises the community to not eat shellfish such as mussels, crabs or prawns from anywhere in the Gippsland Lakes, and to remove the guts, and gills and thoroughly wash fish immediately after catching. The toxins produced by algae can accumulate in shellfish, crustaceans and the internal organs of fish. If consumed, these toxins can cause serious illness. Elevated levels of algal toxins have been detected in seafood samples taken from the Gippsland Lakes. Incident Controller Ben Rankin said people and pets should avoid contact with water to ensure fond Easter memories instead of a trip to hospital. “The latest results indicate that algae levels are increasing, and in some areas such as Chinaman’s Creek, levels are three times higher than the safe level for human and pet contact,” he said.

“Algae can still be present in the water even if not visible to the eye.” If you do come into contact with contaminated water, wash immediately in fresh water and seek medical advice if experiencing illness. Animals, including pets, should not come into contact with the water in affected locations. Toxic algae can cause severe illness or death in dogs. If your dog has come into contact with the algae affected water, please contact your vet for advice. Water from the affected areas should not be used for drinking, cooking or other domestic uses. Boiling the affected water will not make it safe for use. Algae is a naturally occurring organism, serving an essential purpose within a healthy ecosystem. Algae is present in all waterways and blooms are common within the Gippsland Lakes system. Information about blue-green algae is available on the DELWP website or the DELWP Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

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From page 1 FASHIONS on the Field was again hotly contested, and fittingly, a local girl took out the top award in the women’s best dressed category. No matter where the Good Friday meeting ends up in 10, 20 or even 50 years’ time, Briagolong’s Madeleine Glenane will forever be able to say she won Fashions on the Field at its first ever instalment. Local MPs Darren Chester and Tim Bull were present at the meeting, as was Wellington Shire Mayor Ian Bye. The Mayor congratulated Sale Turf Club for their efforts in hosting the event, saying the benefits of the meeting would extend far beyond the sport of racing. “It has been a great day, very fortunate that racing Victoria chose Sale as the first Good Friday Meeting,” he said. “The crowd has come out in force, the track looks magnificent. We have a great team here that has put forward a track for all the residents of Victoria from far and wide to attend.

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“Hopefully a lot of people that have attended the race meeting today will stay in the area and spend money locally with our tourist operators. “We are in ‘The Middle of Everywhere’ - it is the place to come.” Quite tellingly, Racing Victoria, Country Racing Victoria and the Sale Turf Club was able to announce a $100,000 donation on behalf of the Victorian thoroughbred racing industry to the Good Friday Appeal in light of the meeting. Country Racing Victoria chief executive officer Scott Whiteman said Sale had put on a grand display. “It was fantastic to see so many people flock to Gippsland today to witness the first Good Friday race day," he said. "Thanks to Racing Victoria and the state government for their support for this event and also the Sale Turf Club for their contribution to conducting such a successful event. “We look forward to next year and taking this feature event to another country racing club and sharing it with their community.”

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WURRUK Community House recently held their inaugural 2022 Wurruk Gardening Competition, which featured Gippsland's local gardening guru Nancy Morgan as a judge. “This wonderful competition was the idea of a community and committee member Jacquie Postlewaite, to celebrate and reward the hard work people put into cultivating their gardens,” Wurruk Community House manager Sarah Bardsley said. Category winners include; Best Garden Makeover - Marie Rousetty, Best Vegetable Garden - Stephanie Kemp, Prettiest Flower Garden - Julianne Cadd, Best Garden Clean-up Dave Wilkinson, and Tallest Sunflower - Brendan Norris. Many of these winners have also been involved with establishing our new raised community garden bed that was built with the expertise of horticultural students from TAFE Gippsland during last year's lockdown” Ms Bardsley said. “This community garden is already flourishing with lots of salad vegetables, and we encourage our community to 'grab a bag' and collect vegetables

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ANZAC DAY 2022

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WITHIN four days of each other in February 1942, two events shook Australia to its core. Those events were the Fall of Singapore on February 15, 1942 and the Bombing of Darw rwin w on February 19, 1942. Several lesser, but equally important events also rocked the nation. They included the capture of Rabaul, Ambon Am m and Timor by the Japanese. At the three latter events, small Australian Units fought and died defending the islands against an overw rwhelming w number of enemy troops. They were to experience further horrors as prisoners of war with over 1000 of those captured at Rabaul being killed when the Japanese ship transporting them to Japan was American m submarine. sunk by an Am Of those who surrendered at Am Ambon, m over 300 were murdered by the Japanese soon after their capture. As Michael Madigan writing for the Courier Mail said; It would be fair to say that no other event in Australia’s history as much as the Fall of Singapore shattered our faith in the British Empire. It left Australia open to invasion and condemned over 22,000 men and women to slavery and starv rvation v as prisoners of the Japanese. In this day and age it is impossible to adequately recapture the absolute

horror which swept Australia at the news of the surrender of Singapore to the Japanese. The Fall of Singapore was probably the single most important geopolitical event in our history. It changed the dynamic of the Second World War for Australia and resulted in Australia commencing the process of loosening the ties to the United Kingdom Kii and increasing ties to the United States. These ties not only included military support but included infl fluences l on fashion, music and the way we lived our daily lives. The Japanese landed on the Malaya peninsula on December 8, 1941 (the same day as the attack on

Pearl Harbor, December 7, on the other side of the International Date Line). They engaged British and Indian troops and it wasn’t until midJanuary 1942 that the Australians, who were based in the southern Malayan province of Johor, first fii encountered the Japanese. The Australians had some initial success and were able to briefl fly l halt the Japanese advance. But Japanese forces were mobile, they had air support, controlled the sea and they aggr gressively r attacked and pushed through the ill-prepared line of defenders, often outfl flanking l them. This caused panic and confusion

among senior commanders, and resulted in a series of withdrawals down the peninsula. The last British Empire troops were evacuated across the causeway from Malaya to Singapore on January 31. The battle for Singapore commenced on the night of February 8/9 when the Japanese landed on the northwest of the island. The fighting fii was fi fierce, i but by February 15, the Allied forces had lost control of the island’s reserv rvoirs. v That day Lieutenant General Arr Arthur Percival, Commander of the British Empire forces in Malaya, accepted the Japanese demand for unconditional surrender.

In a twist to the story; General Gordon Bennett (the Australian Commander), despite his instruction to Australian troops to stay at their posts, he and two of his staff offi ficers i escaped, controversially, from Singapore on the night of the surrender and eventually reached Australia. His escape would be mired in controversy for many years. Within a seven-week period, 22,000 Australians (including 71 nurses from the Australian Army Arr Nursing Serv rvice) v had the misfortune to become prisoners of war across the regi gion. i In addition, 1500 Australian civilians – men, women and children – were captured or interned across the regi gion. i great r anxiety and It was a time of gr suffering, not only for the prisoners but also for loved ones at home, who would have little, if any, knowledge of the fate – or even the whereabouts – of the missing troops until after the war ended. The sign gnifi n ficance i of the prisoner-ofwar experience to Australia’s Second World War story can be measured by the profound loss of life. One third of those captured did not surv rvive v their captivity. These losses made up half of all the combat-related deaths suffered by Australian serv rvicemen v and serv rvicewomen v during the Pacifi fic i war, and the suffering of the surv rvivors v continued long after their return home.

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Japanese sink the British ships HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse

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Stars of the sky shine in Airshow this weekend THE Anzac Weekend Airshow brings amazing aircraft, aerobatic demonstrations and displays to West Sale Airport in Sale on the weekend on April 23-24. Showcasing wings of all shapes and sizes, get up close and personal with some incredible machines including RAAF, aerobatic, commercial and recreational aircraft. Featuring a wide range of displays, activities, live music and local produce, this is an event not to be missed. A variety of tickets available - Child - $15 | Concession - $25 | Adult - $30 | Family - $80 (discounts available for full weekend tickets) Tickets and information at www.saleairshow.com.au.

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Pay a visit to Gippsland Armed Forces Museum

THE Gippsland Armed Forces Museum highlights the role played by Gippslanders in our Defence Forces. It is a regional museum that researches, educates and exhibits art, film, heraldry, photographs, private records and technology to illustrate the role Gippsland men and women have played in the defence of Australia in times of war and peace since 1885. It is a non-profit organisation and is Level 1 accredited with Museums Australia. The museum includes a research library where people can search through family histories, books and logs. A computer is available for research. The Museum is located in Lyons Crescent, West Sale Airport. Its opening hours are 10am to 4pm, Saturday to Monday. The museum can be opened at other times by appointment. For more, phone 5144 5500, email gafm@aussiebb.com.au or visit gippslandarmedforcesmuseum.com

Monday April 25 from 5:45am, to 3pm Briagolong: RSL Log Cabin - Time: 6am-7pm (Dawn Service, Commemorative Service, Two-up) Golden Beach Community Centre, Surf Edge Drive - Time: 10am-noon (Commemorative Service) Gormandale: Cenotaph - Time: 10am (Service) Heyfield:Memorial Cenotaph, George Street - Time: 10.45am11.45am (March) Loch Sport: (Location TBA) - Time: 10.15am (Type of service TBA) Maffra: Time: 5.45am (Dawn Service, Maffra Cenotaph) - Time: 9am (March and Commemorative Service, from Maffra Rotunda) Meerlieu: Public Hall and Recreation Reserve - Time: 5.45am-9am (Commemorative Service) Port Albert: Memorial Park - Time: 5.45am-8am (Dawn Service)

Rosedale: War Memorial - Time: 1.30pm-3pm (Memorial Service) Sale: Time: 6am (Dawn Service, Sale Cenotaph, Macalister Street) Time: 6.30am (Gunfire Breakfast, Sale RSL, York Street) Time: 9am (War Graves Service, Sale Cemetery) Time: 10.30am11.30am (Anzac Day March and Commemorative Service, Clocktower to Sale Cenotaph) Seaspray: Memorial Park, Buckley Street - Time: 11am-11.30am (Commemorative Service) Stratford: Memorial Park, Tyers Street Time: 5.50am (Dawn Service) Time: 8.45am-10.15am (March and Commemorative Service) Yarram: Cenotaph, Commercial Road - Time: 10.30am-12.30pm (Parade and Commemorative Service)

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SIX German Surface Raiders operated in Australian waters between 1940 and 1943, where they sank a number of small merchant ships and the Australian light cruiser HMAS Sydney, which was lost with all hands. The German submarine U-862 also carried out attacks in Australian waters in late 1944 and early 1945. The Japanese operated submarines on the Australian east coast areas from 1942 till 1944. The midget submarine attack in Sydney Harbour in May 31/June 1 being the most known. In May 1943, the Japanese submarine I-77 sunk the Australian Hospital Ship Centaur with the loss of 268 lives. This attack resulted in public outraged and is still bitterly remembered today.

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OVER one hundred sorties by Japanese fighters fii and bombers hit the Northern Territory, Western Australia and islands off the north coast in 1942 and 1943. These raids largely targeted airstrips, army and naval bases. Civil infrastructure and supply areas were also hit. The first fii deadly attacks on the morning of February 19 centred on Darw rwin. w Two hundred and forty two aircraft

HMAS Sydney was lost with all hands on November 19, 1941. hit Darw rwin w with a sign gnifi n ficant i loss of life. The raids were subject to heavy censorship and most of the general public had no idea of the scale or frequency of the attacks. The main defence was provided by the RAA AAF A and Allied fighters fii Army r and a number of Australian Ar anti-aircraft batteries. Four Japanese aircraft carriers launched 188 naval aircraft which infl flicted l major damage to Darw rwin, w later in the day fifty fii four land based bombers did further damage to the area. Tw Twenty w military aircraft were

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destroyed and the casualty count was 235 dead and between 300 and 400 wounded. Only four of the invading aircraft were destroyed. Amongst m the places attacked Am between 1942 and 1943 were Horn Island, Port Hedland, Townsville, Broome, Katherine, Wyndham, Mossman, Milingi gimbi, i Exmouth Gulf, Cape Londonerry, Carnot Bay, Bathurst Island and the Drysdale River Mission. rwin w was attacked at least 45 Darw times during this period.

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a nurse in Melbourne and enlisted in the Australian Army Arr Nursing Serv rvice v in Augu gust u 1940. She was with the 2/4th Casualty Clearing Station when she was evacuated from Singapore as it was being over-run by the Japanese in February 1942. She was aboard the ship Vyner Brooke which was sunk by Japanese aircraft. gues u Twelve of her nursing colleagu drowned and twenty one others were massacred when they were marched into the sea and machine gu gunned u to death on Bangka Island. She was one of the remaining

thirty two surv rvivors, v who became prisoners of the Japanese. It was a little over a year before her family knew of her captivity. Rene died of illness and malnutrition brought on by the condition under which she was held and her life gave out on February 20, 1945. She was 35 years old. She died not knowing her two brothers Ken and Douglas had been killed in action in 1942 in the North African campaign gn. n Rene, from the Maffra area is buried in the Jakarta War Cemetery, Indonesia.

Local people who died as prisoners of the Japanese during World War II

VX2 VX X29172 2 Robertrtt Holmes was born in Nortrth t Melbourne on October 28, 1919. His family came from Mount Taylor near Bairnsdale. He enlisted in the 2nd AIF on November 29, 1940 and was assigned to the 2/29th battttalion. t Aftfter t the fall of Singapore in February ryy 1942, Robertrtt along with the rest of the 8th Division was captured by the Japanese. He was sent to Borneo along with other f Robertrtt died POWs to work on airfrfields. on June 12, 1945 during the infamous Sandakan Death March. During the infamous death march, only six POWs surv rvived v from a total of 2400. His body was never recovered and he lies in an unknown grave. Robertrtt Holmes was 25 years old.

VXX VX30686 Clarrie Hawkins was born in Korumburra on December 6, 1901 and moved to Sale with his family when he was eight years old. In 1929 he was involved in a serious road accident which resulted in him losing the sight in one eye and a metal plate being insertrted t into his head. Despite these disabilities he was able to enlist in the 2nd AIF on June 6, 1940 and was assigned to the 8th Division Signals. Aftfter t the fall of Singapore in February ryy 1942, Clarrie along with the rest of the 8th Division was captured by the Japanese. Clarrie died on June 4, 1945 as a result of malaria and ill-treatment, by his captors during the infamous Sandakan Death March. Clarrie Hawkins was 43 years old.

VX129411 VX X George Davidson was born in Sale on December 25, 1916. He enlisted in the 2nd AIF on January ryy 31, 1941 and was assigned to the Fortrtress t Signals Unit at Rabaul in New Guinea. He was captured along with the entire Rabaul Garrison by the Japanese in January ryy 1942. George died on July 1, 1942 when the Japanese ship transportrting t him and other POWs to Japan was sunk. He was one of the 1,000 people on board who died. George Davidson was 25 years old.

VX VX44281 X Albertrtt ‘Blue’ Dewsbury ryy was born in Sale on December 3, 1919 and enlisted in the 2nd Australian Imperial Force (AIF) F)) on July 4, 1940. He was assigned to the 2/2nd Pioneer Battttalion t and serv rved v in the Middle East. Aftfter t Japan entered the war, his unit was sent to the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). He was reportrted t as missing in action on April 30, 1942 and word was eventually received that he had become a Prisoner of War (POW) of the Japanese. Blue Dewsbury ryy died on September 12, 1944 when the Japanese ship carry rying y him and other POWs betw tween w Singapore and Japan was sunk.k.. He was one of the over 600 people who died. Blue Dewsbury ryy was 24 years old.

VX37649 VX X James Brodribb was born in Bairnsdale on March 11, 1918. His family moved to Sale and he enlisted in the 2nd AIF on July 16, 1940. He was assigned to the 2/2nd Pioneer Battttalion. t During the Syrian Campaign in June 1941, James was captured by the Vichy French. At the end of the campaign in July 1941, he was released and rejoined his unit. Like several other local men in the 2/2nd Pioneer Battttalion, t he was captured by the Japanese and ended up working on the infamous Burma-Thailand railway. James died on August 12, 1943 aftfter t complications following an operation to amputate his leg. He had the dubious honour of being a POW twice tw w and didn’t surv rvive v his second capture. James Brodribb was 25 years old.

VXX21234 VX2 2 Neil Douglass was born in Preston on April 2, 1919. His family became farmers at Fulham and aftfter t the death of his father worked the farm. He enlisted in the 2nd AIF on June 3, 1940 and was assigned to the 2/2nd Pioneer Battttalion. t Aftfter t serv rvice v in the Middle East, he and the other members of his battttalion t arrived in the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). He was captured by the Japanese and ended up in Thailand where he died of disease on September 12, 1945. He was one of eight sick prisoners leftftt to die without food or water by the Japanese. Neil Douglass was 24 years old.

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Heyfield & District Historical Society committee member Gerald Molphy (left) and secretary Jane McInnes. Photo: Stefan Bradley

CGH welcomes back visitors in line with the easing of restrictions across the community. Please remember, COVID-19 is still a threat and we continue to promote preventative measures such as wearing a mask, physical distancing, hand hygiene and COVID vaccination. Visitor hours • Sale Hospital 10am-12pm • Aged Care Facilities - open hours There are restrictions on the number of visitors and visitor check in requirements, like screening and vaccination status. You can get all the information you need on our website at www.cghs.com.au.

EASTER Saturday marked five years since the official opening of the Heyfield & District Museum, a building that celebrates the history of the town, and the migrants that moved there. On January 25, 2016, the members and volunteers of the Heyfield & District Historical Society Inc commenced a fundraising campaign to raise funds to purchase the former Post Office building and create a permanent museum in Heyfield. The building was originally built in 1925, but had ceased operation as a Post Office, and had sat empty for some years and was in danger of falling into disrepair. Heyfield & District Historical Society secretary Jane McInnes said that the township wanted to preserve the building, and the museum needed a new home. “Before we bought the building, we understood that some were looking at using it as a restaurant, but decided against it because of the costs,” Ms McInnes said. Through the generosity of the local community, $150,000 was raised in five months and the building was purchased in June 2016. In September 2016, the museum received a grant of $105,000 through Regional Development Victoria, which enabled the building to be fully renovated and restored back to its former glory. The project was awarded the Community Group of the year in the October 2016 Regional Achievement & Community awards. The museum was officially opened on Easter Saturday 2017 with a crowd of more than 250 attending. “The Heyfield & District Historical Society own the building, so it will always belong to the people of Heyfield, and there’s enough money in the bank to guarantee this museum stays here for years to come,” Ms McInnes said. “We would not be here if not for the generosity of the community. “We hope people will continue to come to the museum, as during the last two years we’ve been closed more than we’ve been open, so it’s a great achievement for our group and the town.” Committee member Gerald Molphy said they recently had a new shed installed, which will allow them to install more heavy displays. “Thanks to a grant we got in the last 12

Heyfield & District Historical Society secretary Jane McInnes (left) and committee member Gerald Molphy. Photo: Stefan Bradley months we could not only have the shed installed, but have solar panels put on it,” Mr Molphy said. “Just because our doors were closed because of COVID, doesn’t mean we weren’t doing something,” Ms McInnes laughed. Mr Molphy said many visitors say they had family in Heyfield “a couple of generations ago”. “We get people from Melbourne or as far as Sydney who say their grandparent came from Heyfield, and I know some of the old people myself,” Mr Molphy said. Ms McInnes said she loved those moments. “They’re the greatest moments when they say a name that we know, and then we go to our filing cabinet, find a photo and they tell us that’s their grandmother or grandfather,” Ms McInnes said. The Heyfield & District Museum is located at 7 Temple Street, is open on Saturdays from 10am to 12 noon, and is sometimes open other times for school groups or by appointment.

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Gippsland will benefit from telehealth grant

SWINBURNE’S Wellbeing Clinic for Older Adults has been awarded $396,000 by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust (HMSTrust) to provide a free telehealth counselling and support service to aged care residents, family members of residents, and aged care staff in five Victorian regions - Loddon Mallee, Grampians, Hume, Barwon-South and Gippsland. The funding will allow this service, which commenced in February 2022, to enlist more than 20 counsellors a year over the next three years to meet the growing needs of this community for mental health services. It is projected 369 clients (residents, family, staff) will be serviced by 2024, and 75 counsellors will have been trained. The cast of Blowin’ in the Wind: Caroline Vercoe, Roy Best, Alison Jones, Chris McKenna and Jaz Flowers. Photo: Contributed

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A superb musical salute to veterans THE Wedge is preparing to transport theatregoers back to yesteryear with Blowin’ in the Wind, a musical tribute to Australian veterans of World War II and the Vietnam War. This stirring, poignant theatrical production will see a company of five performers sing the hits of decades gone by that are so often connected to Australia’s wartime past, whilst also sharing stories from those conflicts. The recognition of Vietnam veterans is new to the show, which has been touring nationwide for the past seven years. Cast member Jaz Flowers told the Gippsland Times that the new material has been met with “absolute delight”, particularly from veterans of that war. “We’ve had nothing but praise, which has been so rewarding and so humbling,” Ms Flowers said. “We have been met with a few tears and there’s been some emotional times, but they tend to be extremely grateful for recognising their service – it’s been a beautiful time.” The updated version of the show includes songs from Bob Dylan and Normie Rowe, as well as old

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favourites from the likes of Dame Vera Lynn and the Andrews Sisters. Audiences are also urged to listen out for a cover of The Hollies’ heartfelt number “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother”, which Ms Flowers cites as her favourite to perform: “I adore singing it.” Although skewed toward an older demographic, Ms Flowers said that Blowin’ in the Wind is a beautiful show that resonates with so many people. “I’ve had people in their 30s who have gone who’ve (said), ‘Oh, my grandparents used to listen to that music, I remember listening to those songs when I was a kid’ – it resonates with people more than they know. “So it’s a beautiful piece of work, and I’m very proud of it.” Blowin’ in the Wind: A Salute to the Anzacs and Veterans will be showing at The Wedge this Sunday, April 24 from 2pm. For more information and tickets, visit thewedge. com.au or call the box-office on 5143 3200.

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Poll shows federal election battle is now tightening up THE first week of the federal election campaign is one Labor leader Anthony Albanese would like to have again with a new poll highlighting a plunge in public support. Mr Albanese’s primary support has dropped to 30 per cent according to the Resolve Political Monitor commissioned by Fairfax Media. That is a seven per cent drop on the previous poll with Scott Morrison at 38 per cent, a rise of two per cent when it comes to the preferred prime minister stakes. The support for the Labor opposition dropped four points with Mr Albanese’s gaffes in the spotlight

during the opening week of campaigning for the May 21 election. Mr Albanese was unable to remember the national unemployment rate on the opening day of the campaign and most recently has stumbled in the area of Labor’s asylum seeker policy. When it comes to the primary vote, the Coalition is at 35 per cent, a gain of one, and Labor at 34 per cent. There is a rise in undecided voters, with 27 per cent of people polled by Resolve described themselves as uncommitted. The poll surveyed 1404 eligible voters.

“Access to government-funded psychological services for aged care residents in remote areas is difficult, and there are very few mental health providers who are equipped to work within this sector in these areas,” says Director of Swinburne’s Wellbeing Clinic for Older Adults, Professor Sunil Bhar. “There are approximately 246 residential aged care facilities in regional and rural Victoria, accommodating 18,158 residents. Of these residents, more than 50 per cent live with significant levels of depression, anxiety and loneliness; yet their access to face to face mental health services in such regions is poor.”

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Answers 1. False (it is in your arm), 2. Chief, 3. Artist, 4. Somers, 5. West Coast, 6. Mysteries, 7. 1950s 8. True, 9. Service, 10. Queensland, 11. Nirvana, 12. Lent, 13. Dylan Alcott, 14. a, 15. Africa, Asia, Europe, Asia and North America.

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AS local arts and performance groups bounce back to life, CoAbility and The Wedge Performing Arts Centre are putting accessible theatre at the top of the to do list. Launching their collaboration at Maffra Dramatics Society Inc.’s production of Mamma Mia! last month, CoAbility and The Wedge are coming together to continue providing tactile tours for shows across the 2022 theatre season. Tactile touring allows participants who may experience the world differently (such as those who have sensory disabilities or may be vision impaired) to fully immerse themselves in live performances before the curtain rises. Those attending tactile tours are guided around the stage and invited to touch the set, costumes and props while also having elements of the plot explained in advance where required. During the tactile tour for Mamma Mia!, participants were led through the set, shown certain sound and lighting changes/effects, and even met members of the cast, band and crew. The tour was facilitated by CoAbility staff members and local performers/theatre makers, Ron D’Arcy and Grant van Brummelen. “At CoAbility, we believe the arts are for everyone,” Mr D’Arcy said. “We are extremely proud to be a part of making The Wedge’s 2022 season more accessible.” Mr D’Arcy and Mr van Brummelen will run the next tactile tour before the 2pm performance of Sale Theatre Company’s Heathers the Musical on Saturday, April 30. To attend this free tactile tour attendees should make sure they have purchased tickets for the April 30 matinee and call The Wedge box office to reserve their place on the tour. The tactile tour will begin promptly at 12 noon. For any and all questions please contact The Wedge box office on 5143 3200.

From left to right: Ron D’Arcy, James Griffiths, Grant van Brummelen, Niamh Hassett.

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Kiwi cinem ma at the Court rthouse t STRATFORD’S Court Film Society is gearing up for its third screening of 2022, tomorrow night. This month’s film fii will be Cousins, an independent New Zealand feature based on Patricia Grace’s novel of the same name. It tells of three Maori women who are separated from their families as children, and the emotional journeys they embark on in the adult years to find fii each other. Society committee member Sarah Cook cited the film’s fii diverse representation as a key reason for its showing.

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Mata (Tanea Heke) in the film Cousins.

Smith is joined on-screen by Tanea Heke in the role of Mata, and international superstar Rachel House (Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Thor: Ragnarok) as Missy. Cousins will be showing tomorrow (April 20) at the Stratford Courthouse Theatre from 7pm, with all members of the Society encouraged to attend. Non-members are also welcome, but must pay an admittance fee of $15 on the night. More information about the Court Film Society can be found by visiting www.stratford courthouse.com.au

“We were drawn to add this fi film i to our line-up for this season because it portrays the Maori culture, which is not often seen on the big screen,” Ms Cook said. “The directors, writers and cast are strong Indigenous females whose stories need to be amplifi fied i and celebrated.” This stirring, heartfelt picture is co-directed Gardiner and Briar Grace Smith, by Ainsley Aii the latter of whom adapted the screenplay and stars in the film fii as Makareta.

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Festive fever arrives in Tinamba THE picturesque village of Tinamba is ready to host the iconic Tinamba Food and Wine Festival for the 12th time on Sunday, April 24. Residents, stallholders and patrons are all looking forward to a great day out under the towering oak trees of the Tinamba main street. “All our wineries and producers are from Central and East Gippsland and we have citrus from Nambrok, honey from Denison, berries from South Gippy, olives from Tarago, Maffra cheese, locally baked bread and preserves and sauces made from local produce,” Wines of East Gippsland chairman and Glenmaggie Wines owner and winemaker Tony Dawkins said. “And the Tinamba CFA will be running their eternally popular cake stall – they sold out early last year, so don’t miss out this time around.” The CFA will also be selling boxes of mixed veggies with all produce donated by local veggie growers. All proceeds go back to the Tinamba community. Pizza, handmade tacos, Thai food, and homemade gnocchi are all popular offerings that will be back this year. Lakes Entrance favourite Albert and Co will be coming to the festival for the first time, with some highly enticing seafood offerings: Pambula oysters with various dressings, Lakes Entrance crayfish brioche rolls and fresh Lakes Entrance prawns. Lakes Entrance Helicopters will be operating joy rides from Happy Days Accommodation on the day of the festival. Information is available at facebook.com/ lakesentrancehelicopters. The Tinamba Hotel will be bringing their strong festival game with meals including sweet potato fries with maple mayo, loaded sweet potato fries with black garlic, Worcestershire, Maffra cheddar and smoked bacon, prawn twisters with caper mayo, Hoisin pork and appleslaw bao buns, street corn, and their much loved Maffra cheese cob loaf. The Hotel will also have share platters and desserts. There will be a lot of hand sanitiser around the place, and numbers have been limited to ensure there is room for appropriate social distancing. Guests must sign in to the event via the QR code at the entry, and all festival goers must show proof of vaccination, in line with current COVID restrictions. The Soultanas, who had everyone up dancing for

The picturesque village of Tinamba is ready to host the iconic Tinamba Food and Wine Festival for the 12th time on Sunday, April 24.

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hours at last year’s event are back again for 2022 and ready for a big day. If you want to get your requests in to them in advance, you can post them on their Facebook page, or on the Tinamba Food and Wine Festival Facebook page. Mr Dawkins thanked Wellington Shire Council for their ongoing support of the Tinamba Food and Wine Festival, and Victoria’s Regional Events Fund for their contribution to the event. So don’t miss a fantastic day of the region’s

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Get set for Mother’s Day Classic REGISTRATIONS for this year’s Mother’s Day Classic are now open, with new and returning participants being invited to join. The annual charity fun-run is resuming its traditional, in-person format after two years of virtual events. In Sale, the event is promoted by Footprints Foundation, a local non-for-profit organisation that supports women and men undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Footprints Foundation treasurer Rachael Bye and secretary Angela Jones are both encouraging the public to support the event on Sunday, May 8. Ms Bye said that by participating, “you’re actually supporting people that are a currently going through treatment, (have) been through treatment, people unfortunately that have passed – it’s a real connection for all those people.” Numerous activities are being lined-up for the day, with keen joggers able to partake in either the 8km or 4km runs. Those people who enjoy a more leisurely stroll can take part in the 4km walk. A barbecue and coffee van will be on-hand to provide food and refreshments, along with a face-painting stall to entertain the young and young-at-heart. Additionally, there will be Tribute Wall for those who have lost loved ones to breast cancer, where they can leave messages of support. All money raised on the day will go towards the National Breast Cancer Foundation, which provides funding for research into the disease. It’s a cause which is of extra significance to Ms Bye and Ms Jones, who are both survivors of breast cancer. “From my experience, the treatment I had back in 2013 actually wasn’t available 10 years prior, so research is the key,” Ms Bye said. Ms Jones can vouch for that assessment, having undergone treatment for breast cancer a second time after being re-diagnosed in 2019. “The difference between the two cycles of chemo was enormous,” Ms Jones said. As with previous years, Sale’s run will take place in the Sale Botanic Gardens on Guthridge Parade. Registrations for the 2022 Mother’s Day Classic close on Friday, May 6 at 12 noon, with discounts available for early entries. Anybody wishing to register for the event can do so online at www.mothersdayclassic.com.au/vic-sale

Angela Jones and Rachael Bye at the Sale Botanic Gardens, where the 2022 Mother’s Day Classic will take place on Sunday, May 8. Photo: Tom Parry

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Neat unit in a quiet part of Maffra

his property is perfect for the buyer looking to downsize into a unit-style home with the street aspect of a residential home. Situated on the corner of Princess Street and Coopers Crescent and a short walk to the Maffra Wetlands is this well-built brick veneer home with tile roof. A two-bedroom layout with a functional living zone and spacious bathroom that services the two bedrooms with built-in robes. The kitchen includes gas cooking and solid timber cupboards, while the bathroom includes a shower, bath and vanity unit. A sought-after location with many of the local residents residing in the area for many years. Other features to the property include:  Single car brick garage with remote entry.  New on-demand hot water unit.  Near-new reverse cycle unit. Brief details  Parking off Coopers Crescent.  Updated flooring. Property: Two-bedroom unit in a quiet

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his neat and tidy weatherboard home is not to be missed, ticking the first home buyer box and the investor box. Featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom, light-filled kitchen with gas cooking and cosy lounge/dining area. This property also has a lot to offer outside, with neat established gardens and vegetable patch, garden shed, single carport and secure fencing.

Brief details Property: Neat and tidy three-bedroom home. Address: 18 Stead Street, Sale. Price: $305,000. Agent: Julian McIvor, Wellington Real Estate, 0428 084 622.

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Relaxing oasis in sought-after location

his exceptional, quality residence is nestled privately on an outstanding 993sqm (approx.) allotment and located in an enviable quiet, well-regarded court close to Lake Guthridge, schools, Foodworks and Central Gippsland Hospital. Entering the home through double doors, you are greeted by an ambience of sophistication, yet relaxed family living. The solid brick veneer home has undergone upgrades sympathetic to its era, allowing the old and new to blend harmoniously. The well-designed floorplan offers flexible living options including a rumpus room/ home office, formal dining room, fabulous entertainer’s bar and sunken lounge. The master suite comprises ensuite and has plenty of storage with BIRs and also WIRs. The further three bedrooms are generously sized and are fitted with BIRs and share a central main bathroom. Outside is an absolute treat where both front and back yard offer a relaxed lifestyle in a resort like setting. The undercover entertaining area with projector and screen overlooks the easycare tropical pool with Bionizer system and gas heater within the lovely low maintenance landscaped gardens. There is ample space for the vehicles with a double carport and garage, which could also be utilised as a workshop, plus additional sundry shedding/storage. Further notable highlights include an amazing well-appointed laundry, third bathroom with direct external access to the pool, 6.2kw solar system, ducted central heating, new wool carpet, four skylights, remote curtains to bar and master, leadlight features, new ceiling fans, substantial storage throughout plus more! There is so much to like about this bespoke property, that only on inspection will it be truly appreciated.

Brief details Property: p Quality home in prime position with h plenty of space, pool, undercover entertainment area and much more. Address: 1 Indra Court, Sale. Bed: 4. Bath: 3. Car: 3. Price: $735,000. g Agent: Victoria Cook, Graham Chalmer Pt Pty ty Ltd, 0417 017 182.

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• Situated on the edge of Fernbank • Approximately 12.5 acres on title plus another 2.5 acres on 99 year lease • Comfortable, neat and tidy 3 bedroom hardiplank residence • Single carport, large garage/workshop plus other sundry shedding • Property previously used as a successful boarding kennels business • GRV approved greyhound racing set up including 16 race kennels, whelping kennel, sand exercise runs, tack room, office and bull ring • Stockyards with sheep ramp • Tank water, large dam plus a bore • Located approx. 20 mins to Bairnsdale and 30 mins to Sale

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Victorian weatherboard gem

ocated on a large corner allotment is this period home built circa 1912 that is now ready for a new family to call it their own. Step inside the grand entrance hall to see the amazing heritage features including 12ft timber lined ceilings, open fireplaces, double hung sash windows and Baltic pine timber floors and hidden wine cellar. The home comprises three generously sized bedrooms – the master with BIRs, a cosy living room adjoining the eat in kitchen, a great size family room with a hidden cellar, a home office with storage and family bathroom/laundry boasting a stunning claw foot cast iron bath. Outside, the true feeling of yesteryear shines through, with bull-nose veranda wrapping around the north, east and west of the home capturing as much sun throughout the day and is complete with original Iron Lacework. Established trees take pride of place in the gardens, complete with a small orchard in the rear yard. Shedding includes two single bay storage sheds, with plenty of space for a more modern garage if required. This classic blend of Victorian and Edwardian architecture is being offered for sale for the first time in more than 24 years.

Brief details Property: Magnificent period home built in 1912 located on a large allotment. Address: 146-148 Fitzroy Street, Sale. Bed: 3. Bath: 1. Car: 1. Price: $599,000. Agent: Ferg Horan, Graham Chalmer Pty Ltd, 0417 123 162.

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ocated in a beautiful tree-lined street, minutes away from the CBD, this property on a large 1050sqm block provides plenty of opportunity. Knock down the existing residence and build your dream home in a prime location, develop the block with investment opportunity in mind, or take advantage of the blank canvas the home is and complete a full renovation. Rear laneway access and frontage of 21.66 meters creates many opportunities for this allotment. The residence offers high ceilings, spacious lounge, open plan living, three bedrooms plus adequate shedding.

Brief details Property: Three-bedroom home on large block in a prime location. Address: 93 Fitzroy Street, Sale. Bed: 3. Bath: 1. Car: 1. Price: $445,000. Agent: Tony Kiss, Wellington Real Estate, 0419 526 637.

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RECENT heavy rain and flooding in East Gippsland is a timely reminder to landowners to check the safety and integrity of their farm dams, Southern Rural Water’s manager of Groundwater and Rivers Bryce Morden said. “Already this year, we have seen above average rainfall in East Gippsland causing soaked conditions in the catchments, and significant flooding in the region over the last few weeks,” he said. “Conditions have been closer to average in the state’s west, however as we head into the traditionally wetter autumn and winter periods, it is very important that landowners check the safety of their farm dams.”

Southern Rural Water recommends that landowners regularly check dam walls and dam spillways. Spillways need to be designed to take a one-in100-year flood and must be kept free of obstructions. They should also ensure any compensation or outlet pipes are working effectively. Landholders are urged to inspect dam walls for any signs of leaking, cracking, slippage or erosion and ensure the dam wall is kept clear of trees, shrubs, weeds and livestock, which can cause erosion. “Some landowners in the region have found

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out the hard way in recent years that a failed dam is expensive to repair and can deny them a vital source of water when they need it most,” Mr Morden said. “Collapsed dams can also cause significant damage to the environment and to neighbouring downstream properties. If your dam collapses and causes damage to someone else’s property, you may be liable for the costs.” For more information about farm dams, or to report an issue with a farm dam, phone Southern Rural Water on 1300 139 510 or visit www.srw. com.au.

Upcoming workshops recognise importance of succession planning with agricultural land THE rising price of agricultural land has made succession planning more important than ever, and for some families, this issue is more complex. Agriculture business consultant Paul Blackshaw said the rise in farm values has increased interest in the family farm, and in some cases from family members who once weren’t interested in the business but now see the increasing value in farm assets. “Dividing the farm so that everyone gets what they need is becoming increasingly challenging,” Mr Blackshaw, from Meridian Agriculture said. “Even when families have planned well and invested off-farm or in shares to provide for nonfarming members of the family, these assets haven’t increased in value as much as the farm.” To support families to navigate the succession planning process, Agriculture Victoria is presenting a series of three one-hour webinar workshops presented by Mr Blackshaw along with succession planning specialist Mike Stephens.

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The webinar workshop series address the issues involved in a succession plan and take participants through the steps to develop a plan. “Communication is really important,” Mr Blackshaw said. “The task here is to keep everyone talking for the best chance of resolving the issues so everyone can live with the decision. “At one end of the spectrum is to give everything to the farming children and nothing to everyone else, and at the other is to split

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Katrina combines love of dairy and breeding

Katrina Galindo is Genetics Australia’s new regional sales manager for Gippsland.

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KATRINA Galindo grew up with beef cows and horses and later fell in love with the dairy industry. Now she’s getting to combine both dairy and beef with her interest in artificial breeding in her new role as Genetics Australia’s regional sales manager for Gippsland. One of Ms Galindo’s priorities will be building close connections with farmers, building on her strong track record in this field. “I enjoy selling but I mostly like building relationships through account management,” she said. “I love going out on farms where you really get to know families.” Warragul-based Ms Galindo grew up on a beef farm and around horses and initially worked with racehorses after completing a Bachelor of Equine Science. However, her interest in artificial breeding prompted a career change. “Racehorses don’t do artificial breeding so I crossed over and did A.I. courses and got into the dairy industry as a ruminant nutritionist, which I really enjoyed,” she said. Ms Galindo undertook extensive study in the dairy field, including courses in rearing healthy calves, artificial insemination and reproductive management, feeding pastures for profit, farm business fundamentals and advanced ruminant

nutrition. Her career change to dairy in 2015 proved to be a great success and Ms Galindo has since held several roles across sales, accounts and farm management. Her new role with Genetics Australia is a perfect fit. “Now I’m combining both my knowledge of artificial breeding technologies and my love of the dairy industry and love of animals of all shapes and sizes,” she said. “I’m a bit sciency and the artificial breeding side of the business is really exciting because it opens up the world.” Ms Galindo now sees her future mostly in the dairy industry, and is excited about the opportunities offered in genetics. “The dairy industry is definitely changing but that’s not a bad thing and it’s in a good position at the moment,” she said. “I definitely want to stay in the dairy industry. I moved out for six months and really missed it so I’m happy to be back.” While she shifted to dairy for greater job opportunities, she won’t be ignoring beef in her new job. “The genetics industry is also seeing growth in beef. Commercial beef herds are looking at AI which is exciting,” Ms Galindo said.

You can apply now for Nuffield Scholarships INTERNATIONAL travel is back and applications are now open for 2023 Nuffield Scholarships. Aspiring Victorian dairy farmers are encouraged to make their mark in the industry by applying for the Gardiner Dairy Foundation 2023 Nuffield Scholarship. A Gardiner Nuffield scholarship gives a Victorian dairy farmer an opportunity to study cutting-edge global agriculture, including an opportunity to travel overseas for 14 weeks. Scholars will be challenged to research topics that add value to the Victorian dairy industry and will benefit from becoming members of the Nuffield alumni of more than 1500 members globally. Gardiner Dairy Foundation chief executive officer Allan Cameron said programs like Nuffield strengthen the knowledge, experience and networks of current and future dairy leaders. “Gardiner supports the Nuffield Scholarship program to offer forward thinking Victorian dairy farmers an opportunity to explore best practice in agriculture globally and then share their findings with the local industry,” Mr Cameron said. The 2014 recipient of the Gardiner Nuffield Scholarship, Gippsland dairy farmer Aubrey Pellett, said the experience had given him more confidence to look for solutions. “If I’ve got a problem, I think - I’ve been around the world and been stimulated by different types of solutionism," he said. "That makes you think there’s probably another

approach you could take rather than do what’s always been done.” Since completing his Nuffield, Mr Pellett has also taken on several industry roles including chairman of Rural Financial Counselling Service Gippsland, deputy chair Bonlac Supply Company, director GippsDairy, and he was recently appointed as the farmer director on the Gardiner board. Mr Pellett encouraged all farmers to consider applying for a scholarship. “The scholarship increased my leadership opportunities because of the improved networks I now have,” he said. Nuffield Australia will award up to 20 scholarships this year. The scholarships are open to farmers, fishers and those in associated industries aged between 28-45. The bursary allows scholars to spend 14 weeks of travel over two years to study a topic important to the industry. Nuffield Scholars also receive training in communication skills and personal and professional development. Applications close on Friday, June 17, 2022. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed during July and August. Successful recipients of the 2023 Nuffield Scholarships will be announced at the Nuffield Australia National Conference in Tamworth in September. For more information, visit http://nuffield.com.au/

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In accordance with a resolution of the Wellington Shire Council (Council) made at its ordinary meeting held on 5 April 2022, notice is given that at the ordinary meeting of the Council to be held on 6 September 2022. It is the intention of the Council to declare a Special Charge (Special Charge or Scheme) under section 163(1) of the Local Government Act 1989 (Act) for the purposes of defraying any expenses or repaying (with interest) any advance made to or debt incurred or loan to be raised by Council in relation to the construction of Park Avenue, Cowwarr and for providing all and any necessary ancillary works associated with the construction of the street, including driveway crossovers. The Scheme, if declared, is to be known as the ‘Park Avenue - Special Charge Street Construction Scheme Number 2202’. The criteria which will form the basis of the Special Charge are the ownership of rateable properties in the area of the Scheme and, based on the application of access benefit units (including having regard to the driveway access of those properties in the Scheme), the overall benefits which it is considered the properties in the Scheme (based on the physical and other benefits) will receive from the works to be provided under the Scheme. The Council considers that each rateable property included in the Scheme area that is liable or required to pay the Special Charge will receive a special benefit through the provision of proper, safe and suitable roads and property services. Without limitation, Council considers that the works will – • Reduction in dust; • Enhance the amenity and character of the land, and local area; • Creation of improved riding surfaces for the road; • Improve access and egress from properties; • Improve road surface drainage; and • Improved road safety for road users. In performing functions and exercising powers in relation to the peace, order and good governance of the municipal district of the Shire of Wellington, in particular, the provision of proper, safe and suitable roads and property services in the area for which the proposed Special Charge will be declared, the Council intends to spend an amount of $180,000 being the estimated cost of the works to be undertaken, and to levy by way of the Special Charge an amount of $25,200. The Special Charge will commence on the date on which it is levied by Council and will remain in force for a period of 5 years. For the period of the Scheme, the Special Charge will be assessed by Council as (and the respective charge being $3,600 is

based on) a fixed charge for each property having regard to access, including and in particular, driveway access. Properties which have a shared driveway access to the street to be constructed via common property will have their access benefits calculated on the basis of 100% for the first property and 50% for each additional property (with access being apportioned to each of the properties so as to equal the sum of the percentages divided by the number of properties with common property access), and any other benefits. Subject to any further resolution of Council, the Special Charge will be levied by Council sending a notice in the prescribed form to the owners of the properties in the Scheme by which the Special Charge is to be paid – a) In full amount within 45 days of the notice; or b) By way of quarterly instalments in the manner set out below. Because the performance of the function and the exercise of the power in respect of which the Special Charge is to be declared and levied relates substantially to capital works, special ratepayers will be given an instalment plan under which – a) Quarterly instalments are to be paid over a 5 year period, or other such period as negotiated; and b) Quarterly instalments will include a component for reasonable interest costs, the total of which will not exceed the estimated borrowing costs of Council in respect of the construction of the Road by more than 1 per cent. Council will consider cases of financial and other hardship, and may consider other payment options for the Special Charge. There will be no incentives given for payment of the Special Charge before the due dates for payment. For the purposes of having determined the total amount of the Special Charge to be levied under the Scheme, the Council considers and formally determines for the purposes of sections 163(2)(a), (2A) and (2B) of the Act that the estimated proportion of the total benefits of the Scheme to which the performance of the function and the exercise of the power relates (including all special benefits and community benefits) that will accrue as special benefits to all of the persons who are liable to pay the Special Charge is in a ratio of 0.64 or 64%. This is also on the basis that, in the exercise of its discretions, Council has chosen to make a further contribution to the cost of the works so as to arrive at a revised maximum total levy amount of $25,200.

Copies of the proposed declaration of the Special Charge and a detailed plan of the Scheme area are available for inspection at the Wellington Shire Council Offices, 18 Desailly Street, Sale 3850 during normal business hours for a period of at least 28 days after the date of the publication of this notice. Any person may make a written submission to the Council under sections 163A and 223 of the Act. In addition, any person who will be required to pay the Special Charge to be imposed by the proposed declaration has a right to object to the proposed declaration and may also make a written objection to the Council under section 163B of the Act. Written submissions to be submitted to the Council under section 223 of the Act and/or written objections to be lodged with the Council under section 163B of the Act must be received by the Council by 5pm on 20 May 2022. Submissions and/or objections must be in writing and addressed and sent by mail to the Chief Executive Officer, Wellington Shire Council, PO Box 506, Sale VIC 3850. Any person who has made a written submission under section 223 of the Act and has requested to be heard in support of their written submission is entitled to appear in person or be represented by a person specified in the submission before a Committee appointed by the Council to hear submissions under section 223 of the Act, the day, time and place of which will be advised in writing. Any person making a written submission under section 223 of the Act is advised that the Council is no longer required to make available for public inspection submissions received in accordance with section 223 of the Act. Accordingly, all submissions will be handled as authorised or required by law, including under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, and submissions and/or objections may, as Council sees fit, become available for public inspection. Council will consider any written submissions and take into account any objections in accordance with sections 163A, 163B and 223 of the Act. Any person requiring further information concerning the proposed declaration of the Special Charge should in the first instance contact Tilo Junge on telephone 1300 366 244 or 5142 3217 or email tilo.junge@wellington.vic.gov.au David Morcom Chief Executive Officer WSC_5046

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NE VIC GOLD BUYER

Sale RSL. May 3rd 2022, 10am-3pm. BUYING GOLD JEWELLERY COINS - WATCHES POCKET WATCHES GOLD COINS ETC. Licence No 14678.

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Maffra Cricket Club Inc. Annual General Meeting 2022-23 will be held on Wednesday 20 April 2022 at Maffra Community Sports Club (upstairs) and commencing at 7.00 pm. All players, members and supporters are welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Brett on 0427517577 or John on 0419412076.

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Assist Gippsland is a local disability support group. We offer a wide range of services to our clients. We are looking for multiple people to fill a range of roles within our company. We are looking for Personal care assistants, disability support workers and people willing to do overnight work. If you think you are right for this role please send through an email with a copy of your resume to: Kristenassistgippsland@gmail.com or alternatively contact me on 0401 543 307 Drivers licence is required.

AGM

Rosedale Bowling club Inc AGM will be held Sunday May 1, at 10am at the club, 40 Dawson Street, The first AGM of the Rosedale. All welcome. Heyfield Timber Festival 2021 and Beyond Inc. to be held on May 3, 2022 at 6pm at the Heyfield The Sale Cricket Club Wetlands. All positions Annual General Meeting declared vacant, and we will be held on Monday are looking for new May 9, 2022, upstairs in members. Interest or the Sale Cricket Club's nominations for executive clubroom. All players and positions can be sent to supporters are welcome to attend. Nominations for heyfieldtimberfestival@ gmail.com by May 2, committee positions will 2022. General committee be accepted until the positions can be received close of business on at anytime. If nominations Thursday May 5, 2022. aren't received prior to the Please contact Chris meeting, nominations can Schmidt 0413 322 783 or Peter Padula 0419 560 be taken from the floor. 901 for any further details.

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CLOCKTOWER MEDICAL CENTRE

2022 FLU VACCINATION CLINICS

For Sale

Operations Supervisor

Long Distance HC and Local Driver

Bonaccord Freightlines is seeking an experienced HC driver (full time position) to join our team for our long distance and local operation based in the Bairnsdale area. The candidates we are looking for will have: ● A HC licence as minimum ● Must be over 23 yrs due to insurance purposes ● Professional driving attitude and driving record ● Previous refrigerated transport experience is desirable but not essential To be successful for this role applicants must: ● Pass a company medical including drug and alcohol test ● Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays is a must in our 7 day a week business ● Good customer service Please see bonaccordingram.com.au website or contact us for a job description. Applications must include previous relevant experience and work references, Applications can be emailed to freightlines@bonaccord.net or contact our office on 03 5157 1325 for further information.

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Early Childhood Educator Casual positions in East Gippsland

FOR SALE 1x5 door walk-in Coolroom USED. Dimensions: 3020mm x 2410mm x 2400mm. In good working order. Will require reassembling. Pick up only. $3500 ONO. Call Carolyn or Marilyn on 03 5146 0300

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We’re Now Hiring: Support Workers Do you want to be part of a Company that cares about people and making a real difference? To meet the growing needs of the people we support, your locally owned and operated Just Better Care office is currently looking for Support Workers throughout Gippsland. In this role you will assist people to meet their daily living and lifestyle needs. Both long and short shifts are available to match your availability. We offer above-award wages, flexible hours to suit your lifestyle, with work close to home as well as training and career support. You must have your own vehicle, obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check, current First Aid & CPR certification and your COVID-19 vaccinations. A minimum of Certificate III in Aged Care, Community Care or Disability is required. If you want to be part of a supportive, caring and fun team, apply now!

We are seeking Early Childhood Educators for our Uniting services across Wellington and East Gippsland. As an educator, you are expected to be an active team member of a team which provides high quality early childhood education and care to children. Along with a positive and supportive culture, training opportunities and rewarding work, we are offering travel costs for successful applicants (conditions apply). If you ever thought about an Early Childhood role with Uniting now is the time to apply. Learn more For more information and contact information for these roles, visit vt.uniting.org Interested? If this sounds like you, apply today via the Uniting careers website: https://www.unitingvictas.org.au/careers including a cover letter and your resume. Applications close: Monday 9th May 2022.

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Bonaccord Freightlines, based in East Gippsland, is seeking an Operations Supervisor to assist with our freight operations and compliance programs. Skills required: ● Computer literate with experience in windows programs; ● Ability to work as part of a team; ● Ability to learn new software; ● Heavy combination licence; ● Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening Skills desired: ● Forklift licence Please see bonaccordingram.com.au website or contact us for a job description. Applications must include previous relevant experience and work references. Applications can be emailed to freightlines@bonaccord.net Contact our office on 03 5157 1325 for further information.

Longford Plants

Administrator - Flexible hours (full/part time)

Longford Plants has a vacancy for a Team Administrator in a full-time or 5 days part-time capacity. You will have the opportunity to be part of an engaging and supportive team in an industry leading business that provides flexibility and the ability to manage your own workload. Some of the key responsibilities for this role will be: ● Provide administrative support to a Maintenance Team. ● Uploading information on to site portals. ● Tracking/reporting on purchase orders, maintaining multiple data bases. ● Accurate data entry, preparing presentations and ad hoc project tasks. To be successful in this position you will need the following skills: ● Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Power point and Word). ● Strong interpersonal and communication skills. ● Good analytical and problem solving skills. ● Strong attention to detail. ● Proven administration experience. To apply for this role please send a current resume to: LongfordAdminAssistance@exxonmobil.com Applications close Thursday 28th April 2022.

TAX & BUSINESS SERVICES ACCOUNTANT

Adams Accounting is an accounting firm located in Maffra and offers a broad range of services to a large variety of clients. We have a position available in our team for a full-time and/or part-time accountant. Key responsibilities: ● Preparation of income tax returns and financial statements. ● Preparation of Business Activity Statements and Instalment Activity Statements. ● Liaise with the tax office on a range of matters. ● Assist clients with record keeping. ● Preparation of taxation advice, including researching topics as required. ● Liaising with clients Key skills ● Strong communication, written and interpersonal ● Ability to work within a team and autonomously ● Time management ● Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines ● Good computer skills including use of all Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel. Knowledge of accounting software packages, MYOB Xero and Reckon is not necessary but would be advantageous. ● Problem solving abilities If you are a team player, willing to learn and looking to build a career then we are the firm for you. Please send your resume and cover letter to our office via admin@adamsaccounting.com.au

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS SENIOR & JUNIOR MAFFRA

Adams Accounting (Chartered Accountants) are seeking the services of experienced administration officer and a junior administration officer for their Maffra office. The positions are full time with flexibility for an RDO. If you have the skills, experience, and knowledge to meet the selection criteria for the senior position and the desire to build a career in office administration for the junior position please contact us. Selection Criteria senior position: ● Experience in the administration field ● Excellent communication, interpersonal skills ● Sound keyboarding skills with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, accuracy in data entry and attention to detail ● Experience in office procedures and in handling confidential documents ● Problem solving skills, ability to meet deadlines and a keen attention to detail ● Ability to work as part of an enthusiastic team Applicants are requested to provide resume and application letter including the role you wish to apply for: Adams Accounting Email: admin@adamsaccounting.com.au

St Michael's Primary School, Heyfield

Classroom Teacher

Part Time (0.2) Fixed term

St Michael's Primary School is a small Catholic co-educational primary school located in the rural township of Heyfield, approximately 50 kilometres from Traralgon and 40km from Sale. The school prides itself on being a welcoming community where everyone is valued and respected. Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for a part time (0.2) fixed term position as a Classroom Teacher commencing on May 11, 2022. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to the philosophy and ethos of Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. They will possess the necessary skills to provide students with a rich educational experience that reflects understanding of current educational initiatives and contemporary pedagogy. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be prepared to embrace a team-based collaborative approach to teaching and learning. How to apply: Applications should be forwarded via email to the Principal. Applications must include a cover letter addressing the requirements and a resume that includes at least three work referees. Applications close: Monday, May 2, 2022 at 4pm. Mrs. Jenny Miller St Michael's Primary School Email: principal@stmheyfield.catholic.edu.au St Michael's school community promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Truck Driver / Utility Driver / Labourer

R&M Engineering is a specialist steel fabrication, construction and maintenance company located in Sale, Victoria servicing clients Victoria wide and interstate. We are currently seeking a HC driver to primarily make semi-trailer deliveries to our various work sites, however the role will also require for the following duties to be performed: ● Utility and medium truck deliveries to our various work sites ● Loading and unloading of steelwork and other materials on-site ● Forklift and crane operations at R&M facilities and on site ● General labouring duties This position is a permanent full time position and preferred applicants would possess the following: ● Strong commitment to safety, product protection and maintenance of trucks, vehicles and equipment ● Current Heavy Combination Drivers Licence ● Experience in load restraint and transport of over dimensional loads ● Forklift High Risk Work Licence ● Good customer service ● Punctuality and driven to meet timeframes ● Good VicRoads five-year driver history report ● Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required For more information regarding this position, please contact our office on 03 5143 1006. Interested applicants, please email resume to employment@rmeng.com.au

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Gippsland Times deliverers needed, one morning per week for the following Sale rounds: Raglan St / Templeton St/ Alexander Ave / Overend Cr / Campbell Crt -------------------------McCole St / Half of Matheson St/ Hyland Crt / Andrew St / Howard St --------------------------Raglan St / Cedar St / Aspect Crt/ Ivy Crt / Wright Crt --------------------------Nicholson St / Stavely St / Rolland St / Part of Buckley St / Wise St --------------------------Gibsons Rd / Bowman Dve/

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

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CARPENTER

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

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2018, INX-8FC, like new, 47000kms, service and r.w.c. $15,990. Phone 0478 214 456, Morwell MAZDA 2, 2013, silver neo hatchback, auto, r.w.c., 161,000kms, ZSI-045, reg. till 5/2022, full s/h. perfect first car, $10,000. Phone 0412 807 530.

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380 Station wagon. 3 month rego, XDC937. Ph 0427 916 408 Friday.

CAR REMOVALS

17ft6in, reg. til Oct 2022. Dual wheels, elec brakes, twin gas bottles, roll-out awning, full length annex, van cover incl., twin beds, 3-way fridge/freezer, 4-burner gas stove, as new gas oven and grill, plus heaps of extras, $19,500 ONO. Phone 0427 442 540.

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2022-080

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

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Free service. 6x4, includes cage, rarely Phone Sam 0488 471 163 used, good cond., $450 o.n.o. Ph 0408 241 319.

Tenders

Happy Diamond Wedding Anniversary

Panel of Suppliers for Agency Staff Wellington Shire Council is establishing a Recruitment Agency Panel for the provision of temporary labour hire. Recruitment Agencies are invited to tender for the opportunity to be part of this panel, which will provide Wellington Shire Council with suitably qualified candidates for management, professional, clerical and operational roles.

Ray and Pat Malcolm

Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Stratford April 21, 1962

All tenderers must register with Council via Wellington Shire Council’s eProcure website (www.eprocure. com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil) to obtain the tender documents. All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than than 2.00pm Monday 9 May, 2022. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Situations Vacant

Youth Led, Adult Guided

Full Time - Program Coordinator, SCHADS Level 5, ideally located in Bairnsdale with travel expected across Wellington shire and East Gippsland.

Part time (.8) - Program Of cer, SCHADS Level 3, located in Wellington Shire

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BRODIE, Alan Robert. 11/08/1931 - 11/04/2022 Loving husband of Hilda and Dorothy (both dec.). Loved father and fatherin-law of Gregory (dec.), Diana and Stuart Malcolm, Douglas and Brenda, Lynette and Robert Johnston. Grandad of Bradley, Births Jason, Craig (dec.), Sam, Jack, Gregory, Andrew, Justin and Leesa. GOOCH-HODGE Great grandad of eight. John and Kristy happily At Peace welcomed Harvey Thomas on April 5, 2022. HERBST, Eric Charles. October 9, 1952 A grandson for Ric and April 9, 2022 Leanne and first grand-child for Geoff and Herby, late of Exmouth W.A. Cathy (dec). Formerly of Maffra, Vic. Loved father of Sandy, Wedding Carol, Nicholas and Anniversaries Natalie. Loved brother of Ellen and Fred, Margaret and Gary, Kathy and Geoff, Peter and Dianna. You will be sadly missed.

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We are seeking a reliable school bus driver for morning and afternoon school bus runs - Darriman to Sale route.

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HERBST, Eric Charles (Herbie). Passed away at Exmouth Hospital WA (formerly of Maffra). April 9, 2022. 69 years. Loved and respected brother of Ellen (Shingles). You left your home town young, leaving family and friends, to carve out your own successful career and life. I have been so fortunate and grateful, over the past three years we have enjoyed contact, sharing each others' experiences. Thank you Herbie. So sad the past months were difficult and really tough. Your courage and strength an inspiration. I will always have my happy memories of you. I will miss our call back words to each other before hanging up. "Luv Ya". Will miss your voice and support at the end of the phone. "Luv Ya" Herbie xo - Sis. LUXFORD, Margaret Joan. 23/12/1927 - 06/04/2022 Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home. Loving wife of Vernon (dec.). Beloved mother of Ken, Tony (dec.), Debra and Vicki. Cherished mother-in-law of Michael and Sue Ann. Loving grandmother of 16, great grandmother of 21 and great great grandmother of five. Special thanks to South East Palliative Care and Kylie in Complex Care. Resting eternally in God's garden

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ROSS (nee Excell), LUXFORD, Janice. Margaret Joan. 21/11/1940 - 13/04/2022 A funeral service to Loved wife of Colin. celebrate the life of Loved mother of Deborah, Margaret Luxford will be Garreth and Julia. held on WEDNESDAY Mother-in-law to Graham, (April 20, 2022) at 10am Glenn and Karen. in the White Lady Loved grandmother to 12. Funerals Dandenong Loved aunt and friend to Chapel, followed by a Stuart, Lynne and Patsy. burial at Dandenong To us you were someone Community Cemetery. special, The service can be Someone living, kind and veiwed via true, https://bit.ly/3M5hsyF You will never be forgotten, As we thought the world of you. Always in our hearts. Very special thanks to the kind and caring staff at Brenda Burditt Manor. Jan was dearly loved and will be forever missed by MacMANUS all of us. A graveside service for Mr Leo Patrick MacManus will be held at the Heyfield Lawn Cemetery at 1:30pm on FRIDAY (April 22, 2022). If preferred, in lieu of flowers you may wish to make a donation to the Cancer Council.

TURNBULL (nee Brown), Suzanne Naomi Lovell (Sue). 10/12/1943 - 14/04/2022 Loved wife of John (Ted). Cherished Mum to Naomi and Simon. Mother-in-law to Queylyn. Nan to Aliesha, Toby and Angus. Daughter of Ken and Joyce Brown (dec.). Sister of Anthony (dec.). Mum, you were the glue that held our family together. Forever in our hearts. After battling for many years you are now at peace. There will always be a place in our hearts for you that nobody will be able to replace.

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BRODIE A private cremation WAS HELD for Mr Alan Robert Brodie.

MORTIMER The funeral of Mr Kenneth George Mortimer will leave our Geoff Rossetti Memorial Chapel, 1390 Maffra Road, Sale (next to Sale Cemetery), after a service commencing at 11am TOMORROW (Wednesday April 20, 2022) for the adjoining Sale Cemetery.

ROSS The funeral service for Mrs Janice Ross will be held at Delbridge Funeral Chapel, Marley Street Sale at 1.30pm on THURSDAY (April 21, 2022), followed by a private cremation. No flowers by request.

HEATH A service to celebrate the life of Mr Robert Charles Glenelg Heath will be held at The Vines on Avon, 446 Stratford Maffra Rd, Maffra TOMORROW (Wednesday April 20, 2022) commencing at 1pm. A private cremation will follow.

TURNBULL (nee Brown) The funeral of Mrs Suzanne Naomi Lovell MacMANUS, Leo Patrick. (Sue) Turnbull will be at 07/02/1929 - 13/04/2022 3pm TOMORROW Passed away, aged 93. (Wednesday April 20, Beloved husband of Those attending are 2022) at our Geoff invited to wear something Rossetti Memorial Chapel, Carmel. Devoted father of Trevor, bright to help celebrate 1390 Maffra Road, Sale Rob's life. Jo and Tricia. (next to Sale Cemetery). Father-in-law of Marg, Please visit our website Max and Artie. Grandfather of nine and for the livestream of Robert's service. great grandfather of 12. Forever in our hearts. If desired, donations to MORTIMER, the Heart Foundation Kenneth George. would be appreciated. April 10, 1935 Envelopes available at the April 9, 2022 service or donate online at Son of Rachel and www.heartfoundation.org In Memoriam George Mortimer. .au Brother to Ivy Alice, Iris Madeline, Marjorie Doris, Lesley Roy (all dec.), Phil and Joyce. FOX, Gae This family line reached To my Booful Lady, the shores of Australia in It has been 12 months 1857. Good Friday. The Angels are looking after you. MOULTON, Keith. I still feel your heart with In spite of what life had mine sweetheart. thrown his way, Keith Miss you and love you always had a smile, a kind forever. word and was a genuine Your luving Hubby gentleman, with a faith in Garry xxx Christ that saw him through. A loved and valued member of the Maffra SHORT, Joan. Community Church, now April 17, 2021. at rest with his Lord and No tears, no verse, can ever say, Saviour Jesus Christ. How much we miss you Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to his dear every day. wife Lou and the rest of Loved by Ruth, Owen and his family. family.

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Sale’s Ian Wrigglesworth (centre) welcomed Traralgon’s Ben Treasure (left) and Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club committee member Richard Little to his marquee on Good Friday.

Louise, Mick and Thomas Freeman travelled from Heathmont for the meeting.

The Sale Lions Club and Freemasons collected donations for the Good Friday Appeal at the Sale Turf Club meeting. Helping to rattle tins were Rebecca Cole, Steve Boyce, Sienna Cole, Claudio Marino, Dr Iain Nicolson and Liam Cole.

Jacob, Darren ‘Digger’, Barry and Lucas Fry came up from the Latrobe Valley to catch a glimpse of the racing action.

Racing clubs from across Gippsland came together in a united front for the Good Friday meeting. Pictured is Frank Bezzina (Latrobe Valley), Brad Law (Moe), Michael Darmanin (Stony Creek), Shane Rabbitt (Bairnsdale), Brad Evans, Kathleen Harrap, Craig McGregor and Bill Jones (Sale) and Adam Olszanski (Stony Creek).

Former Hawthorn player Campbell Brown was live on air at Sale Turf Club, calling for SENTrack with sidekick Sam Hyland.

Fashions on the Field winner Madeleine Glenane from Briagolong.

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Dana shines at championships Stefan Bradley

AT last month’s State Urban Firefighter Championships, female events were conducted for the first time after almost 150 years of competition. After a trial in 2021, four female events were held at Mooroopna as part of the championships in 2022 and Sale firefighter Dana King, 17, won the inaugural Marshall One Competitor event, setting the fastest time against 20 other competitors from all over Victoria. Dana is a proud member of the Sale Fire Brigade, coming up through the junior program to be a valued member of the brigade. She competes in senior competitions, attends training and has completed qualification to be able to turnout to fires and incidents. Dana’s family are involved with the brigade and she enjoys working with other members to provide a dedicated fire service to Sale and District. Her determination and work ethic show that anyone, male or female, can contribute to the local volunteer fire brigade.

Dana King (centre) impressed at the State Urban Firefighter Championships.

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Brigade Captain Phil Bloink said Dana was a wonderful asset to the brigade and one of many women volunteers striving to provide a professional fire service. Her success at Mooroopna is well deserved and shows what can be achieved through dedication and hard work. Dana told the Gippsland Times she was pretty stoked about the win. "It's a great feeling knowing that I own a state record, and I get to be part of history for females in the CFA," Dana said. "I went as hard as I could at training, because I thought I could do really well." Dana said she had been involved with the Sale Firefighters for over five years. "I'm thankful for the support I got from my team, my family and my coaches, who pushed me as hard as they could," she said. "I'll continue pushing myself as hard as I can, keep my name up on the podium, and continue firefighting as an operational firefighter and as a competitor, and hit the senior ranks."

Dogged Demons give flying Jets a real fright Scott Berechree

A SPIRITED last quarter comeback was not enough for Yarram to overcome premiership favourites Yallourn Yallourn North as Round 2 of the North Gippsland Football-Netball League season drew to a close on Good Friday. In their now traditional clash it looked like the visiting Jets would rue their early game inaccuracy as the Demons surged in the last quarter, but a late goal from best on ground Tyler Brown sealed the win for the Jets 9.23 (77) to 9.11 (65). The match started after a sensational rendition of the national anthem by Maddie Veneman, who would be a red hot favourite to take out any version of Yarram’s Got Talent. While her singing undoubtedly hit the target the same could not be said of the YYN forward line. They had all the play in the first quarter but could only manage a very ordinary 3.9 (27). Ironically it was one of the harder shots on goal that saw the Jets get their first major. And of course it was skipper Dean MacDonald who kicked truly. After missing a series of set shots MacDonald swooped on a loose ball in front of the Yarram hill only a few metres in the field of play and about 40 metres from goal he feigned to go boundary side. The defender took the bait and MacDonald reeled towards the middle. From here he laid the ball across his boot, snapping truly from 45m. It was a truly sensational effort and even D-Mac himself was impressed as he ran towards the home crowd seeking some feedback. The locals were less impressed with most signalling his effort was a one out of 10. MacDonald closed out the quarter with his second major, a much simpler set shot at the 26-minute mark and the siren couldn’t have come soon enough for the locals with Yarram managing just a solitary behind in the first stanza. After a quarter time bake from Griffin Underwood, who as usual had plenty of the ball across half-back for the home side, the Demons came out firing in the second quarter. With Underwood forgoing his role across halfback and injecting himself into the middle Yarram was finally able to take advantage of Dan Vardy’s dominance in the ruck. With just a minute on the clock it was Josh Swift who slotted home the Demons first of the match. After absolutely dominating play the Jets lead was now only just north of three goals. With the ‘Killer B’s’ dominating in the middle, not Jumping Jim Brunzell and B. Brian Blair, but a combination of Dylan Bath, Dylan Bentley and Brown, normal services resumed for the remainder of the first half. Unfortunately for YYN though this included their deplorable goal kicking accuracy. Swift grabbed his second goal on the cusp of halftime as Yarram headed to the sheds trailing by only 23 points. A better reflection of the dominance of YYN however was in the 18 scoring shots to five. Having taken over the job on MacDonald after he slotted two majors Kiefer Sutherland did a great job in stopping the YYN skipper after half-time, however what this did was free up his original opponent Keenan Hughes. With Brown again in everything for YYN and Blake Dyson and Josh Keyhoe coming to the fore through the middle and across half-forward after the main break it was Hughes who dominated closer to goal. The big unit clunked mark after mark and helped himself to five shots on goal in the third term alone and saw his side move out to what was surely an unassailable last change lead. Were it not for the simply awful accuracy in front of goal the game would have been dead and buried. However, the 8.20 (68) the Jets had managed left a Lloyd Christmas level of hope among the Yarram faithful. Page 28 – Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Yarram’s Shem Rendell is chaired off the ground by cousins Dan and Ben Vardy after playing his 200th senior match for the Demons.

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Predictably, the last quarter saw the Demons throw caution to the wind and get themselves back in the game. Coach Justin Staley threw the magnets around and consigned himself to the pine going small in front of goal. He also moved Corbin Sutherland to the wing and things suddenly started to happen for Yarram. Matt Clavarino was in everything for the Demons shooting out the hands to the run of Underwood and Sutherland and when Swift kicked his fourth of the game the margin had reduced to under two goals with 23 minutes gone on the clock. It was, almost out of nowhere, game on. The steady poise of the Jets which saw them own the ball across half back before switching play to advantage was now nowhere to be seen.

Nominal centre-half-forward Mitch Luck had moved behind the ball in preservation mode and the side that had rewarded their teammates run all day had started to simply punt the ball into space and hope for the best. What coach Barrie Burnett wouldn’t have given to be out on the park to steady his ship. The panic was perhaps best summed up when Dyson, who had been fantastic on a wing all night, burnt Luck with the hands and kicked across his body in hope. Luck ensured Dyson knew about it and will undoubtedly be requesting the aloe vera at training during the week. But cometh the hour cometh the man. Just when it seemed an Easter resurrection was in the offing it was Brown who sharked the ball from a 25th minute stoppage.

He turned on the afterburners and ran into scoring territory leaving his opponents grasping at thin air. Even before the ball had split the middle he was on his way back to the middle for the next centre clearance and the four points were on their way back to Yallourn North. Yarram was too strong for the Jets in A Grade netball, winning 47-28.

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The gates are flung open to start the Race 4 TRFM Good Friday Appeal Cup at Sale Turf Club.

Bumper day of racing in Sale Liam Durkin

Scoreboard BRIDGE SALE BRIDGE CLUB Monday, April 11 1. M Zarb, W Smit; 2 D Baldwin, H Gault; 3. S Baldwin, R Ziffer. Wednesday, April 13 1. P Lonie K Tierney; 2 D Love, M Castle; 3 R Ziffer, F Sunderman.

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Comben presses claims SALE export Charlie Comben pressed his claims for an AFL call-up with a four-goal haul in North Melbourne’s thrilling VFL win against Footscray on Good Friday. The tall forward/ruck snapped what proved the winning goal in the dying seconds to give the Roos a 13.7 (85) to 10.19 (79) victory at Arden Street. Now in his third year with the club, Comben took seven marks and stood up when North Melbourne needed him. His starring performance comes after the Roos senior team was hammered to the tune of 68 points by a Western Bulldogs side which featured Josh Dunkley. Dunkley, from Yarram, continued his blistering start to the 2022 season with 23 touches in the 21.13 (139) to 11.5 (71) victory. Despite a mixed start to the season by the Bulldogs, who made last year’s grand final, the midfielder is averaging a tick over 29 possessions a game in 2022.

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Maffra’s Sam Berry gathered 16 possessions during a reliable display in Adelaide’s 15.11 (101) to 12.10 (82) win against Richmond at Adelaide Oval on Saturday night. Berry justified his recall, showing great composure at times as the Tigers roared back into the contest during the third term. It was the 20-year-old’s first game of the season, having played 17 matches during his debut AFL season in 2021. Sale ace Scott Pendlebury had 27 touches (11 kicks, 16 handballs) in Collingwood’s sevenpoint loss to the Brisbane Lions at The Gabba on Thursday. In a performance that still illustrates his importance to the Magpies, Pendlebury’s numbers were only eclipsed by Jack Crisp (36 touches) and equalled by young gun Nick Daicos, who continues to impress in his first season at AFL level. Brisbane won the match 15.8 (98) to 14.7 (91).

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Thought Provoking and jockey Jordan Childs return to the mounting yard after winning the TRFM Good Friday Appeal Cup at Sale on Good Friday. Photos: Liam Durkin

RACING at Sale for the historic Good Friday meeting saw a number of local trainers given the opportunity to take part in the landmark event. The Greenwattle track, rated a Good 4, provided perfect racing conditions set among still conditions that saw the temperature hover in the mid-20s. Punters had plenty to get excited about even after horses past the post, as winners were decided by less than half-a-length in four of the eight races. In the opening race, the Preston Rowe Paterson Country Trainers Series Final over 1500 metres, Jesta Dreama proved to have too much class for its competition, winning by well over a length. The eight-year-old gelding made it back-to-back wins for Cranbourne trainer Wendy Kelly, and three wins in its last four starts. The RALCON Homes Country Trainers Series Final (1200m) saw Smart Mozzie have its nose in front at the post from Blood Oath. A photo finish was needed to separate the two, with Smart Mozzie just piping its opponent on the outside to win for Mornington trainer Kane Harris. The four-year-old gelding showed plenty of determination to find something extra with 400m

to go, at which time it sat seventh in the field of 14. The region’s country racing clubs united for the next race, ran over 2200m for the Gippsland Racing Clubs’ Country Oaks Open. The contest saw a familiar racing name claim victory, with the Gai Waterhouse trained Splendiferous winning in a pulsating finish that saw it fight back after being headed by Hunboshi with Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Jye McNeil on board. Post-race, leaders from Sale, Latrobe Valley (Traralgon), Moe, Bairnsdale and Stony Creek Racing Clubs came together for the presentation in a show of a cohesive Gippsland racing front. Thought Provoking won the TRFM Good Friday Appeal Cup (2200m) for Cranbourne trainers Mick Price and Michael Kent Jr. Uncle Bryn won the Powered Solutions Up and Comers (1717m) by a whopping four lengths, netting a win for Cranbourne trainers Trent Busuttin and Natalie Young. Following The Country Discovery, Red Hot Nicc took out the Dysons Group BM64 Handicap (1100m) for Pakenham trainer Phillip Stokes, before Yaphet won the final race on the card, the Cloud Cuckoo Cocktails BM64 Handicap (1600m) for Mornington trainer Cliff Brown.

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SPEEDY BOAT In The Boat was a runaway winner of The Country Discovery at Sale Turf Club on Good Friday. The $500,000 race was the richest ever conducted in Country Victoria.

Liam Durkin IT PROVED to be a very good Friday indeed for connections of Warrnambool-trained In The Boat, who won The Country Discovery at Sale Turf Club. The 1100 metre sprint was the first of its kind to be held in Country Victoria, and returned a prize purse of $500,000, also making it the richest. Sale Turf Club committee member Bill Jones, who has been with the club for nearly 20 years, described the quality in the field as “probably the best we’ve ever had in Sale”.

The four-year-old gelding was a runaway winner by nearly three lengths, continuing its great form under trainer Lindsey Smith. Remarkably, Smith has seen In The Boat to six wins in its last seven starts, taking its prize money to well over $600,000. The Greenwattle track, rated a Good 4 on Good Friday, saw jockey Blaike McDougall steer In The Boat to victory from barrier 11 in comprehensive fashion. The son of Nostradamus led virtually from start to finish in the 12-horse field, powering across the line to pretty much say ‘eat my dust’ to its competitors.

Second was Brooklyn Hustle, ridden by Damien Oliver, and third Sirius Suspect. The former Western Australia galloper took $5 equal favouritism into the race and did not disappoint, much to the delight of McDougall. “He’s a ripper, this horse," McDougall said. “I think as long as he stays sound and fit, he’ll win a Group 1 especially at The Valley. “The sectionals he can run early, and how he allows himself to quick off it makes it nearly impossible to catch. “As long as he’s fit and right he’ll win one (a Group 1).”

Blaike McDougall is congratulated by Sale Turf Club chairman David Wilson for winning The Country Discovery. Page 32 – Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Dozens of connections gathered for the presentation in the mounting yard to celebrate not only the win, but the fact the stable was $275,000 richer. McDougall accepted a trophy from Sale Turf Club chairman David Wilson. Victorian Country Racing chairman Charles ‘Chas’ Armytage spoke at the presentation, where he passed on his congratulations to Smith and co. “It is a historic day for our state, where we have conducted our first meeting, it has been five years in the making to see The Country Discovery happen,” he said.

Photos: Liam Durkin