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FARMERS in Wellington Shire are campaigning for a fair rates system as part of this year’s local government elections.

Victorian Farmers’ Federation president David Jochinke said farmers were fed up with unfair increases to their rate bills year-on-year.

“Farm rates in Wellington in the past year have gone up by an average 11.5 per cent, whilst residential rates have been cut,” he said.

“What’s more, farm rates have increase by 30 per cent in the last four years. It is totally unfair and unsustainable to keep this up.

“Council candidates need to understand the negative impact this has on the farming community and the need to rebalance the system.”

Mr Jochinke said the VFF was preparing a questionnaire to candidates running for Wellington Shire Council to see if they will take action on rates if elected.

“The VFF is calling on the new Wellington Shire [Council] to undertake a review of its rating strategy, with particular focus on how it can use differential rates to create more equity for farmers,” he said.

“We will be asking the candidates to support a review to create fairer rating system for everyone.”

Mr Jochinke said the VFF would also be asking the candidates if they supported a review of the services and infrastructure council provided to the agricultural sector.

“Farmers are entitled to see something back for the huge amount in rates they pay,” he said.

“The prosperity of the Gippsland region is dependent on agriculture, so it is important that the council takes a close look at how it supports the industry and whether that fairly stacks up against the contribution that farms make through rates.”

Mr Jochinke said the rate inequity was being compounded by the fact people in rural Victoria paid more in rates than people in Melbourne.

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ExxonMobil is scaling down its Australian workforce as it tries to sell its assets.

An ExxonMobil spokesperson said the company was “testing market interest” for a number of assets worldwide, including its operated producing assets in Australia, as part of an ongoing evaluation of its assets.

“We are providing information to third parties that may have an interest in these assets, but no agreements have been reached and no buyer has been identified,” the spokesperson said.

“ExxonMobil continually reviews its assets for their contribution toward meeting the company’s operating needs, financial objectives and their potential value to others.

“Operations will continue as normal throughout the effort to sell the assets.

“Our priorities continue to be effectively meeting the expectations of our customers, employees and business partners, while maintaining a consistent focus on safe and efficient operations.”

Given the uncertainties with ExxonMobil assets on the market, it is understood interest in the redundancy program has been strong, particularly among long-time employees who have qualified for the maximum 52 weeks of redundancy pay.

ExxonMobil has not responded to questions from the Gippsland Times relating to how many of its employees it wants to shed, or how many people have applied for or accepted redundancies.

However, it is believed dozens of contractors have recently lost their jobs as part of the downsizing of the workforce.

ExxonMobil says employees who participate in the voluntary redundancy program will be provided with company support, including outplacement services.

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Local frustration over restrictions RESIDENTS of the Gippsland South electorate are frustrated at the ongoing harshness of COVID restrictions, despite zero active cases in the region, according to a local MP. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has undertaken a series of informal listening posts across the electorate in the past week, receiving a huge volume of feedback from people on the street.

Mr O’Brien has conducted ‘listening posts’ in Sale, Rosedale, Loch Sport, Mirboo North, Leongatha, Korumburra, Foster and Yarram as well as visits to Yanakie, Fish Creek, Toora and Welshpool.

“The overwhelming question and message I’m getting is frustration from people about the ongoing restrictions for regional Victoria despite our low or non-existent COVID case numbers,” he said.

“While some people are cautious and happy for the rules to remain conservative, most people are questioning me on why the state government is tying regional Victoria to Melbourne, and about the contradictory nature of many of the restrictions.

“There is concern among many locals that our local businesses are still hampered, particularly pubs, cafés and restaurants, which have had a devastating year after bushfires and COVID, and are heavily restricted with only 10 people per area

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien says people in his electorate are frustrated with the contradictory nature of restrictions and why regional Victoria reopening is dependent on Melbourne. able to be served indoors at any time.

“The highly variable spring weather has highlighted that alfresco dining outdoors is rarely suitable for most of our Gippsland businesses.”

Mr O’Brien said there was also concern about dance schools, gyms, gymnastics and other businesses and facilities that remain closed.

“For example, I’ve had a number of groups asking

about whether they can hold meetings, such as CWA branches and family history groups. And while the answer in their own facility is ‘no’, they are able to book a table at a local pub or restaurant.

“These contradictions don’t make much sense.”

Mr O’Brien said the second most raised issue was the compulsory wearing of masks.

“People are very frustrated and many of them struggle wearing masks and are worried about the warmer weather coming up,” he said.

“I believe masks are the cheapest and easiest thing we can do, but they should be restricted to indoors and high-risk situations like supermarkets and crowded areas.

“It makes little sense to enforce the wearing of masks when people are out and about on their own working or walking.”

Mr O’Brien said a number of other local issues were raised as well as broader concerns such as action on climate change, local jobs and support for the tourism sector.

“I’ll be following up a number of these and continuing to press for more sensible yet safe restrictions for Gippsland as we come out of the COVID second wave,” he said.

“I’ll also continue to hold local listening posts to hear from my constituents as the year progresses.”

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cases for much longer than 14 days and, yet have harsher than necessary restrictions imposed on their communities.”

Moving rural Victoria to the final step means that the next change would allow rural and regional areas to have: • Outdoor public gatherings of up to 50 people; • Up to 20 visitors to the home; • Indoor hospitality functions for up to 50 people; and • Gyms and municipal libraries reopening.

“RCV also suggested that rural-based workers to be allowed to return to work — subject to density requirements and COVID-safe plans — as it is our understanding that working from home is largely required to keep people away from high-risk situations, such as public transport, lifts, escalators and other factors more relevant to Melbourne,” she said.

“RCV is committed to working collaboratively with the Victorian government an ensure that all rural Victorians can transition safely through the easing of restrictions.”

The state opposition has added its support to the cause, saying it believed the government should implement New South Wales restrictions in country areas.

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Leader of the Victorian Nationals and shadow minister for regional Victoria and decentralisation Peter Walsh said instead of forcing regional Victoria to stay in more weeks of lockdown until case numbers improved in Melbourne, the government should fast-track its ‘roadmap’ plan for regional Victoria.

“Our dance schools and gyms are closed, school students are spending more time out of the classroom and cafés, restaurants and pubs are struggling to make ends meet under unworkably low capacity limits,” he said.

“In comparison, New South Wales has managed to open up, while still recording low numbers of new cases each day.

“Immediately introducing NSW rules for regional Victoria, while still enforcing wearing of masks, will drive up business confidence and safely reopen our country communities.”

The state’s peak business body, the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has also backed safely easing restrictions early to get regional Victoria back to business.

Last week, chief executive Paul Guerra said with extremely low case numbers in regional Victoria, “we would hope to see further easing of restrictions in coming days”.

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RURAL Councils Victoria has written to the Victorian government calling for an easing of COVID-19 restrictions in rural and regional Victoria.

Chair Mary-Ann Brown said the body (which also represents Wellington and East Gippsland shire councils) asked for restrictions to be eased as soon as possible, because of the extremely low infection rate in rural and regional Victoria.

“We have formally requested that the easing in rural Victoria occur at least on the same day they change in Melbourne, and much earlier if possible,” she said.

This would be consistent with the government’s earlier decision to treat rural and regional areas differently to the metropolitan region due to the massive differential in infection rates.

Ms Brown said the rolling 14 day average in regional Victoria of new cases was 0.3 last Thursday.

“There have been zero new cases reported in regional Victoria, which has a population of more than one million spread over more that 220,000 square kilometres,” she said.

“There are zero cases from unknown sources in regional Victoria.

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AT least 150 Exxon-Mobil employees are understood to have taken voluntary redundancy packages across Australia, with more waiting to see if their applications have been successful.

Dozens of workers had their last day with ExxonMobil last Wednesday, some having worked for the company for decades.

The company told workers on September 2 that it was beginning a voluntary redundancy program for its Australian employees.

In a statement, the company said the decision to offer voluntary redundancies followed an extensive review of its current and future project work.

Employees in Melbourne, Gippsland, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth who elected to take part in the voluntary program were asked to offer expressions of interest through September.

The shock announcement sent employees scrambling to work out their possible redundancy pay-outs, checking their superannuation entitlements and seeking financial advice.

The short timeline between the offer of redundancy packages and work finishing up has fuelled speculation amongst employees that ExxonMobil has a buyer for its Australian operations, but the company has rejected that.

DETECTIVES from the Armed Crime Squad have charged a 27-year-old Ballarat man following an alleged non-fatal shooting of a Sale man on Thursday.

The Ballarat man was arrested in Ballarat on Friday morning and has since been charged with intentionally causing serious injury, intentionally causing injury, reckless conduct endangering life, prohibited use of a firearm, possessing cartridge ammunition without a licence or permit, and committing an indictable offence while on bail.

He will appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court shortly.

The charges come after a man presented at a hospital in Ballarat with a gunshot wound to the lower body on Thursday morning.

The 25-year-old man from Sale sustained non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident.

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Mr Watt’s light bulb moment prompts big clean-up SALE Rotary Club members have been out in recent weeks cleaning up around Sale’s waterways.

The ‘Clean Up Our Waterways’ program was the brainchild of Rotary member Trevor Watt.

After spending time walking around town during lockdown, Mr Watt observed that there was a need to remove rubbish from around lakes Guthridge and Guyatt, as well as other waterway areas around Sale.

Last week, members spent time cleaning up along the canal, removing numerous bags of rubbish filled with plastic bottles, wrappers, glass and many other unsavoury items that would have ended up in the canal.

They have also cleaned around the lakes and will move into the wetlands in coming weeks.

Mr Watt said with many Rotary club activities postponed because of COVID-19, members had been keen to keep busy with a hands-on activity that had direct benefit to Sale.

“The events of this year have shown us how important it is to come together as a community and understand that we can all make a difference to our local environment,” he said.

Sale newcomer bags pond rubbish

‘JUST do it’ is the new mantra of Sale newcomer Peter Cursley.

Mr Cursley, who recently moved to Sale from New South Wales, has been enjoying his walks around Lake Guthridge and Lake Guyatt, cycling on bike paths alongside the canal and throughout the Sale Common, and paddling his kayak on Sale’s waterways.

But one thing he didn’t like was the amount of litter he saw in the pond under Cox’s Bridge, just out of Sale heading for Longford.

After thinking for some time that he should pick up the rubbish himself, one morning when walking back to his car via the pedestrian bridge over the pond that lays below Cox’s Bridge, that’s exactly what he did.

The sight of floating or washed up drink cans, plastic milk bottles and beer bottles two thirds submerged in the water launched him into action, and he grabbed a couple of supermarket bags from his car and filled them in no time.

Clearly, a bigger bag was needed, so Mr Cursley

Some of the rubbish Peter Cursley has retrieved from a local pond. returned home to get a large green waste bag and in an hour or so that was full — and he had only walked one side of the pond.

But the spur-of-the-moment decision to pick up the litter created a dilemma — what to do now do with it all?

It wasn’t going to fit in a wheelie bin.

Mr Cursley rang Wellington Shire Council seeking options.

“The staff there were extremely helpful,” he said.

“I was directed to a site where I could register a clean up event.

“Once registered, I could drop off the rubbish at Kilmany at no cost.”

The next morning, he returned to the pond with his kayak and completely cleaned it out of bottles and cans, a fridge door, a rabbit hutch, lots of plastic and pieces of Styrofoam, two tyres, a car panel and a range of other litter items.

Mr Cursley said litter in the environment and the sides of the roads had become an increasing problem in the past 15 or 20 years, in part because the message wasn’t getting through to each

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He said annual clean-up days were helpful, but the message had to be more than just once a year.

“We need to reinforce the message coming through, and that message needs to be all year round,” he said.

Mr Cursley is encouraging anyone who wants to clean up their local area to register it as a public or private event, and do their bit for the environment.

Anyone wanting to clean up an area can register to hold a private or public clean-up event on any day of the year.

Just phone Wellington Shire Council’s sustainability and education officer Raquel Harris on 1300 366 244.

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Catholic church:

Landmark case overturns prior abuse settlement

A MAN who was sexually abused by his local parish priest for three years is believed to be the first in Australia to overturn a settlement agreement with the Catholic Church.

Rightside Legal says the Supreme Court decision on Wednesday means the man, known as “WCB”, can now seek damages for his suffering and losses over the past 40 years.

In 1996, he was given $32,5000 in exchange for all his legal rights and an obligation to keep silent about the deal.

Justice Andrew Keogh described the abuse as “horrendous” and said it was “just and reasonable” to set aside the settlement.

WCB, a former altar boy who attended weekly Mass into his teens, was abused from the age of 12 at the local church and on camps.

As a result, he struggled at school and work, suffered nightmares and depression, drank heavily for many years, and became socially isolated.

The abuser, Father Daniel Hourigan, worked at parishes throughout the Diocese of Sale.

Despite the Bishop being told by parents of

his abuse, Hourigan was made diocesan director of religious education in Gippsland, and in retirement, appointed chaplain of a Catholic secondary school at Sale.

After WCB was interviewed by police, Hourigan faced court on September 15, 1994, on 40 charges.

Hourigan died four days later and was buried with full church honours.

Rightside Legal is aware of a number of other boys who were abused by Hourigan.

The firm has also represented two dozen survivors of abuse by several Marist Brothers at St Paul’s, Traralgon.

Rightside Legal senior associate Laird Macdonald said the law and Catholic Church failed WCB for 40 years.

“We are proud that our client is the first Victorian to persuade a judge to effectively rip up one of these grossly unfair Catholic Church abuse deeds,” he said.

“Father Daniel Hourigan offended throughout Gippsland, and the Diocese knew he was doing it.

“As he continued to offend, Hourigan was

shifted around Gippsland like a dirty secret.

“From Maffra to Warragul, Leongatha, Sale, Omeo, Neerim South, Orbost, back to Sale, and finally Cowwarr, he was destroying lives wherever he went.

“Hourigan not only abused children at churches, but also when he took altar boys on trips.

“The Diocese of Sale knew he should be nowhere near kids, but they gave him free reign.

“The damage he caused is still hurting local families to this day.

“Until now the Sale Diocese have been able to avoid dealing with the damage they allowed Hourigan to inflict throughout Gippsland.

“But this Supreme Court decision will finally allow survivors to seek real compensation for the damage they have lived with for decades.

“If anyone has information about Hourigan, or other Gippsland offenders, Rightside Legal would like to hear from you.

“This information allows us to help other survivors,” Mr Macdonald said.

Council elections: VFF weighs in

From page 1 “Everyone loses under the current rating system,” he said.

“A $300,000 house in Gippsland pays over $1500 in rates, whilst a similarly valued property in the inner suburbs of Melbourne pays $400.”

“Until we see rating equity between rural and metropolitan ratepayers, farmers will be stuck with footing the bill.

“That’s why we want all rural councils, including Wellington Shire, to stand up for their communities and join the VFF in our campaign for fair rates — not just for farmers, but all rural and regional ratepayers.”

Questions for candidates include whether they will support a review of the rates strategy, with a focus on the discrepancy in rates paid by farmers and other ratepayers, and a review of the services used by farm businesses and the agricultural sector.

The survey will also ask candidates how they will support local agriculture and whether they support the VFF’s push to establish a fair rates system that ensures rural and metropolitan ratepayers pay similar rates based on the value of their properties.

Last week, a local politician wrote to the Victorian Valuer-General and the state government on behalf of a farmer who claims his Wellington Shire rates have increased by 38 per cent.

Morwell MLA Russell Northe expressed his concern with respect to council rate increases being experienced by some local ratepayers.

Mr Northe said he had been contacted by residents who had received rate notices in recent weeks that in some cases showed marked increases

on the previous year.

“In the current economic environment, it is disturbing to note that ratepayers in some circumstances have been confronted with a nearly 40 per cent increase in their rates payable, despite no investment in capital improvement on their property,” he said.

Mr Northe said he had written to the ValuerGeneral and the local government and agriculture ministers on behalf of Glengarry farmer Tim Waite, whose Wellington Shire rates had increased by 38 per cent in 12 months.

“For a farmer in Glengarry to experience such a significant rise in one hit is hard to fathom, particularly given the state government has set a rate cap of 2.5 per cent, and many local councils have noted they are not increasing rates this year,” Mr Northe said.

“There is an expectation that when government and councils announce there is a rate freeze, that on a practical level that will be the case, but for Mr Waite and many others this is not reality, which of course creates enormous frustration and angst.

“In the current environment to expect local farmers to cop such a significant whack is just unreasonable and unjust; and somewhere between the state government, the Valuer-General and councils, this issue needs to be resolved.

“How can you expect some of our local farmers and other ratepayers to be subject to such vast increases and in the spirit of COVID-19?

“It appears we are not all in this together.”

In its 2020-21 budget, Wellington Shire Council froze the general rate, meaning it will collect the same amount of rate dollars as it did last year.

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How much a landowner pays in rates depends on the valuation of their properties, which is determined by the state Valuer-General, not council.

Council will continue applying a 20 per cent discount on farming land, as it has for the past 20 years.

Rate hikes have been driven by an increase in land values determined by the Valuer General.

This is despite the drought,COVID-19 and other stresses landholders have faced.

Wellington Shire Council maintains it has worked closely with the local farming community to help it during the drought, and recognised many farmers would be faced with higher rate bills based on their higher property valuations.

But, it says, to increase the rates discount this year to compensate for higher property values would mean transferring more of the rate burden onto other sectors, or cutting back community services, which it was not prepared to do.

A state government spokesperson said many councils had developed financial hardship policies for rates in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Councils can help in cases of financial hardship or payment difficulty in many ways, including rate deferrals, rebates, concessions and waivers,” they said, Ballot papers for the Wellington Shire Council elections will be mailed out today, and the postal votes must be returned to the election manager

by Friday, October 23.

Wellington Shire Council candidates present their visions for the shire, pages 10-13.

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Scammers at work in Wellington

LOCAL police are warning the community to be wary of a recent spate of telephone scams.

Wellington Shire residents have reported to police they have received phone calls from someone claiming they have outstanding tax debts.

Often the number displayed on the caller identification is that of a local police station, or another government agency, such as the Australian Tax Office.

The scammers reportedly ask for personal information or bank details, and in some cases request victims buy online music vouchers or similar products to pay supposed fines.

People who receive phone calls asking for personal information or payment from a person representing themselves as from a law enforcement or government agency should not respond to the request and hang up.

They can then phone the institution back via a publicly listed phone number to check if it was a legitimate call.

People who have lost money as a result of this type of scam should report the issue to their local police station, and Scamwatch via https://bddy.me/3n4zjKp

VOTE 1 STRAUSS, David

COUNCILLOR CANDIDATE CENTRAL WARD WELLINGTON SHIRE

I will promote and support: • Having a balanced and responsible approach to Council decisions • Listening to your suggestions, ideas and concerns • Community organisations, service and sporting clubs • Fresh ideas for the many challenges facing Council • Projects that support local jobs, business, education and the community • Increased rail and public transport services for Wellington • Providing a safe and secure community including more street lighting, walking and cycling paths and safe local roads • Well maintained parks and reserves If you have a Council issue you would like to discuss, please contact me on 0419 035 426 or dstrauss@bigpond.net.au F: facebook.com/straussyforcouncil Printed and Authorised by David Strauss 92 Fitzroy Street, Sale, Victoria 3850

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With the call out for more female representation on council, eight local women have stepped up in a field of 18 contesting the Wellington Shire elections. Pictured are some of the female candidates, Jill Wood (central ward), Alison Kelly (coastal), Kathy Mansfield (central) and Carmel Ripper (northern). More on the elections, pages 10-13.

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Foster care need will rise in Gippsland, says agency LEADING child welfare agency OzChild has launched a campaign to attract foster carers in the Gippsland region, as a surge in the number of children and young people entering the foster care system is expected.

OzChild chief executive Dr Lisa J. Griffiths has no doubt many hundreds of families are struggling, and children and young people are at greater risk of harm as a result of the coronavirus crisis.

“Family violence, abuse and neglect doesn’t stop during a crisis,” she said.

“In fact, the chance of children and young people being placed in harm’s way is increased.”

While the pandemic has brought the world to a grinding halt, OzChild is preparing for an estimated increase in the numbers of children being removed from families as the devastating effects of COVID-19 become known.

Recent analysis by Social Ventures Australia predicts the risk of families being separated and children entering care will significantly worsen as a result of the pandemic, suggesting an additional 4500 children could potentially enter the out-ofhome care system as a result of the pandemic.

This could mean Victoria will have 27,500 children in care by 2026 — more than any other state or territory.

“Families have been forced to spend long, uninterrupted time together, normal support systems have not been in place and greater financial and emotional stress can place vulnerable children, young people and families at greater risk,” Dr Griffiths said.

“I am certain the demand on the foster care system will be greater than ever before, for a long time after the coronavirus crisis.

“The need for more foster carers has never been more important.

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“Recruiting foster carers in Gippsland is a priority for our team.”

In Victoria during 2018-19 more than 12,000 children and young people were in out-of-home care.

The reasons are often complex and varied, but the challenge of recruiting foster carers or placing children into a kinship care arrangement remains.

“Our In-Home Care team supports hundreds of children and young people throughout Victoria — sadly that number continues to grow,” Dr Griffiths said.

“While foster care can be challenging at times, the rewards can be life-changing.

“I encourage anyone wanting to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children in your local community to reach out to our team, with so many kids in need carers are in high demand — demand that is only expected to grow.”

People over the age of 21 can become foster carers.

They must have secure accommodation and appropriate space and safety in the home.

Race, gender, marital status, employment, sexuality and religion do not affect a person’s eligibility to become a foster carer.

For more than 30 years OzChild has been providing foster and kinship care support within the cities of Greater Dandenong and Frankston — and more recently in the Gippsland region and western Melbourne.

It supports more than 200 foster care households throughout Victoria and many hundreds of kinship children and families each year.

OzChild says it provides full training and on-going support to all carers, including respite support.

Visit ozchild.org.au to find out more.

Child welfare agency OzChild says recruiting foster carers in Gippsland has become a priority for its team as it prepares for an estimated increase in the numbers of children being removed from families.

Glenmaggie Dam spilling.

Glenmaggie water availability looking good for irrigators GOOD inflows to Lake Glenmaggie in recent months and the wet outlook have led to controlled releases to safely manage capacity in the storage.

Southern Rural Water had a target date of October 1 to fill the storage.

It confirmed with the current storage level at 95 per cent, and above-average inflows and predicted rainfall for the remainder of spring, spill entitlement has been declared for all Macalister Irrigation District customers.

Water supply manager Gavin Prior said water ordered and used from the beginning of the season through to this Thursday, October 8, would become spill entitlement.

“This means water used to this date is considered over and above customers’ 100 per cent allocation,” he said.

“After October 8, we will continue to review spill entitlement on a regular basis.”

Mr Prior said the spill was a welcome boost for MID customers.

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“We announced 100 per cent allocation at the start of the season, to give customers the confidence to plan their irrigations in advance,” he said.

“Customer demand has not been as high as usual for this period due to the conditions. With a few warm days this will increase,” he said.

Given the wet conditions and predictions of above-average spring rainfall across Lake Glenmaggie’s extensive catchment, SRW made controlled releases in recent months, according to its release management plan.

Headworks manager Ed Smith said the goal of the plan was to ensure the storage was full when customers needed it, while protecting the integrity of the dam and minimising the risk to communities downstream, from flooding.

Lake Glenmaggie daily storage levels can be found on the SRW webpage, www.srw.com.au SRW will continue to manage the volume of water stored in Lake Glenmaggie based on predicted rainfall and catchment conditions.

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Resilience tested in VCE Liam Durkin STUDENTS across the state have begun the return to the classroom, for take-two of face-to-face learning.

Term four officially began yesterday and will run until Friday, December 18.

Schools reopened in late May, but were again forced to shut when the second COVID-19 wave hit.

For those completing Year 12 exams, the return to the classroom has presented a mad dash to the finish line, with Victorian Certificate of Education exams scheduled virtually straight after the General Achievement Test (GAT), to be held tomorrow.

The GAT is usually held in the middle of the year, meaning the 2020 cohort is well and truly in a class of its own.

Gippsland Grammar will welcome more than 150 VCE students back to its Garnsey Campus to complete the GAT, before a staggered return to onsite learning from Thursday.

All of the school’s 1100 students across its three campuses will be learning onsite from next Monday, October 12.

Gippsland Grammar principal Leisa Harper praised Year 12 students for their ongoing commitment and resilience in a year that had been anything but normal.

“I am so proud of them all,” she said.

“The students have been well supported through a successful learn at home program and it will be a highlight to have the students back on campus.

“With COVID-19 there has been so many challenges for the government and schools to implement fairness across all of the students results for this year, so the decision was made earlier this year to cancel the GAT and to move it to this point in time.

Gippsland Grammar principal Leisa Harper and VCE coordinator Judy Taylor ensure everything is prepared for students when they sit the state-wide GAT tomorrow.

Photo: Contributed “Obviously it’s different — everything has been different this year — so we’re very comfortable with that and we’ve done some additional work with our students.

“I think it’s like a great athlete, when you are in training as our Year 12s have been since really the beginning of Year 11, they’ve been working towards assessments — so they’re fit.”

Students sitting the GAT will be temperature checked upon arrival and will have to wear masks while they sit the exam.

Single desks have been spaced out with appropriate distancing inside the school’s basketball stadium, and multiple entry points have also been established.

Despite the uncertainly of the past few months, Mrs Harper said there have been a few positives.

“Many of our students haven’t had to travel, so they’ve had an extra two hours in their school day to put into some of their school work as well as relaxation,” she said.

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student Emma Murphy will be one of many to sit the GAT, and said she couldn’t wait to return to onsite learning.

“I am so excited to just get back into some sort of normal, talking to friends in between classes and lunchtime — it will be really fun,” she said.

Emma has been making an effort to keep in touch with friends during the lockdown, and said having one eye turned to next year was important.

“It’s been such a time of uncertainty, but keeping in mind goals for next year and making sure you keep your aspirations in mind helps to keep you grounded, helps you to focus on your study,” she said.

“Having the GAT in the first week is a hit in the face and they will take it more into account this year with our ATARs (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank), so you just have to focus while you are in there.”

Naturally, Emma said she was looking forward to the rites of passage for Year 12, including the notorious ‘muck up day’, but admitted most, if not all,

Year 12 students had often thought how different life would have been if they were born just a year later.

“I think everyone has had that thought honestly,” she said.

“Even though it has been a completely different year, it is definitely going to be a year that we remember forever and we’ve been able to learn a lot of new skills which we probably wouldn’t have.”

Although many students can fall into the trap of being dismissive of the GAT, Gippsland Grammar VCE coordinator Judy Taylor warned students who did not take it seriously did so at their own peril.

“Certainly this year it is going to have some sort of impact on their marks because VCAA (Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority) have set up a ‘Consideration of Educational Disadvantage’ across all of Year 12, so teachers are going to be asked to prepare documents for each students in their subject area, and their GAT result will be taken into consideration as well as their marks in the year and their end of year exam,” she explained.

“What VCAA wants is an overall picture of each individual student to make sure the marks are fair and reasonable.”

While there is speculation university entry rankings will be lowered because of the challenges the class of 2020 has had to deal with, Ms Taylor said she could not see much changing once ATAR results were released.

“My understanding working with our careers teacher who works with VTAC (Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre) who are responsible for setting up the university places based on the ATAR, they are all working with VCAA to ensure that it’s equitable and all students are able to access the same sorts of courses and university and tertiary opportunities that they would have had anyway,” she said.

ANZ Maffra closes its doors

ANZ Maffra will close on November 11 as part of the multinational company’s program to close some of its underperforming branches.

In line with other branch closures, it is believed the move follows a continued decline in customer traffic and an increase in the use of digital banking channels.

The closure has been on the cards for some years, with media reports revealing the branch was on the chopping block as far back as 2016.

It is expected that accounts at the Maffra branch will be moved to Sale.

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Council grants for Australia Day events now open for application

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WELLINGTON Shire Council is offering financial assistance to support community events and activities across the shire on Australia Day. Community groups wishing to conduct events or activities, held in a COVID-safe environment to celebrate this great nation, can apply for funding.

The level of support provided will depend on the capacity of the event to deliver outcomes that are beneficial to the Wellington community and reflect the purpose of Australia Day. Grant funding is available for Australia Day celebrations that reflect contemporary Australia, its diverse society and landscape, achievements and bright future.

Events or activities also provide an opportunity to reflect on the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, and to consider Australia can be made an even better place.

Applications, available via SmartyGrants at wellington.vic.gov.au/pages/australia-day-eventgrants, close Saturday, October 31.

For more information on the application criteria and how to apply, phone Sharon Willison on 5142 3178, or visit wellington.vic.

GIPPSLAND Farmer Relief is seeking volunteers to help deliver food hampers to struggling farming families.

The organisation began in 2016 in response to the poor milk prices being paid to farming families in Gippsland.

The severity of the drought hit in 2018, increasing the need for assistance to more than 190 farming families.

Then in 2020 the bushfires hit.

Organisers say it has been a massive four years of guiding the not-for-profit through all these huge challenges to try and help where it could, relying only on public donations.

Following the damage and devastation of the bushfires and the havoc and uncertainty caused by COVID-19, the organisationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s volunteer base has declined, and it is seeking volunteers to help deliver food hampers.

Organisers say it only takes a couple of hours once a month.

Volunteers need to have a current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence, a Working with Children Card (which the relief fund can assist with â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the application is free) and be able to lift five kilograms.

Gippsland Farmer Relief provides masks and sanitisers to protect volunteers and has a strict social distancing policy.

People interested in volunteering can phone 0400 188 960, or email admin@

Australia Day events will be subject to COVID-19 restrictions and Victorian public health orders and restrictions on the day.

In September of 2018 Gippsland Farmer Relief became a registered charity with tax deductibility for public donations.

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Celebrating the importance of op shops and their volunteers THE Uniting Kilmany Op Shop in Sale celebrated National Op Shop Week last week.

National Op Shop Week, which ran until Saturday, celebrated the important role the shops and their volunteers play in their communities.

Linde Coggan from Uniting Gippsland said the week was a time to acknowledge and say thanks to all the dedicated volunteers who worked in op-shops, as well as the locals who supported the shops. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hundreds of volunteers work to keep our op shops running and raise vital funds for our programs and services and offer affordable goods to their local communities,â&#x20AC;? said Ms Coggan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also acknowledge everyone who donates and purchases goods from our op-shops, because we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do without your support.â&#x20AC;?

The op-shop has re-opened to the public and is once again taking donations.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donations are being taken at the back of the shop during opening hours Monday to Friday,â&#x20AC;?

Ms Coggan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We never cease to be amazed by peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s generosity and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re grateful for this support because every dollar goes towards helping local people in need, including our emergency relief and meals programs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Op shops are not only a place where you can buy affordable clothing and household goods, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also an incredible treasure trove of items just waiting to find new homes and a new lease on life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always looking for volunteers for our op-shops, so if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in helping out, we would love to hear from you.â&#x20AC;?

The Uniting Op Shop is at 407 Raymond St, Sale.

For more information on Uniting op shops or becoming a volunteer, visit www.unitingvictas.org.au

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Letters to the editor There is no excuse for abusive behaviour From Lloyd Johnston, Sale: I WAS at the Inglis Medical Centre in Sale recently about to have bloods taken when the person in the next room became very abusive to the nurse.

It was bad enough for the nurse about to attend to me decided to go in and help.

The nurse who had been the subject of the abuse came into the room where I was and after composing herself, very skilfully proceeded to take my bloods.

The female abuser next door started on the second nurse who tried to calm this person down — but she then stormed out yelling as she went.

I would like to commend both of the nurses who handled this situation extremely well.

They should not have to put up with this sort of thing in their workplace.

I know that with this COVID virus about everyone is a little touchy, but that does not excuse this sort of behaviour — especially not to anyone in our medical system who are at the frontline of defence against all infections all the time.

Well done to these nurses.

I appreciate their work, as should everyone attending our medical centres everywhere.

Candidates supporting our timber industry?

From Tim Johnston, chief executive, Victoria Association of Forest Industries: THIS month, Victorians will go to the polls in local council elections.

Like any election, the outcomes will be of great importance to the timber and forest industry, and the communities it supports.

Across the state, support from local councils is of key importance for our industry.

In the plantation sector, the Victorian Planning Provisions also grant councils a key role in approvals for operations.

Councils are also responsible for the maintenance of many of our crucial timber roads.

For many years now, Timber Towns Victoria has been the local government voice on the impact of timber-related issues on local communities and local government infrastructure.

This includes producing, and regularly updating, the Timber Industry Road Evaluation Study report which lists priorities and costs for upgrading crucial regional links for moving timber freight.

In the south-west, this work is further supported by the council-led Green Triangle Freight Action Plan.

In eastern Victoria, local councils have been active in advocating for native forestry.

Earlier this year Wellington Shire Council convened the Native Timber Taskforce.

The taskforce includes other council representatives alongside regional businesses to lobby for a reversal of the state government’s short-sighted decision to phase out native timber harvesting by 2030.

Most recently, the taskforce has used a freedom of information request to push the state government for more clarity on the scientific basis for this decision.

More broadly, the adoption of a wood encouragement policy has been a valuable and visible tool for supporting the local timber and forestry industry.

These generally require that responsibly sourced wood should be considered, where feasible, as the primary construction material in all new-build and refurbishment projects.

To date, the local councils that have adopted a wood encouragement policy include Baw Baw

www.gippslandtimes.com.au Shire, East Gippsland Shire, Glenelg Shire, Latrobe City and Wellington Shire.

These councils have recognised the importance of their local timber industry and have led by example to promote and support it.

My hope is that more councils will follow their lead, creating momentum that drives a state-wide wood encouragement policy.

With all this in mind, I strongly encourage all Victorians to look closely at their local candidates and find out who is supportive to our industry.

What is their position on a wood encouragement policy?

Will they promote new tree planting?

Will they work to support harvesters and processors?

Active voices in local government that advocate for timber businesses, workers and communities will be vital in securing the future for our industry in Victoria.

The perfect time now to promote Wellington From John Atkinson, Sale: THE Victorian government needs to open up for city people to move to country regions.

This pandemic has finally showed there is a better way.

Our local Wellington Shire Council — along with newly-elected council and council officers, real estate agents and all business could benefit out of a shift out of city living to our beautiful Wellington Shire.

Sale with its parks and nearby nice beach and rural towns and farming areas needs to show our city cousins Wellington could be a nice place to live.

Ideas need to be put forward; better ideas than other regions.

There has not been a better time to promote Wellington as an alternative living area.

More people, more homes, more rates revenue, a better lifestyle for Wellington.

Resettle some food manufacturing out of Melbourne that should be in the country anyway, including any new business that could provide work and a good lifestyle in Wellington.

Sale City and vibrant towns in the shire could be perfect for retirees to pull up stakes and sell in the city right now and buy in our area — and still have money in their pockets.

Hunting for food and to cull pest species From Gordon Fehst, Stratford: I DO not ever respond usually to people, as I accept people have different views to what I have.

However Leonard Fitzpatrick, (Gippsland Times 29/9) has provoked a response.

I have hunted all my life.

I do not do it as what you believe is a sport. I kill animals as part of providing food for family and friends. I also cull animals for farmers.

I don’t look at it as an accomplishment, as you put it.

I do it for food and to service what will be the biggest environmental problem this country has ever seen.

Pest animals, including deer, are causing massive problems — each stag killing hundreds of trees every year.

These are not native animals, and becoming plague proportions.

Currently government, in its ultimate wisdom, are culling these animals from choppers — leaving them to rot.

A waste, in my opinion.

Also, if we stop what you deem to have no place in modern Australia, you will cut off the number one sport (as you call it) for producing

money for Victoria.

No other sport (in your eyes) generates more money for this state.

There is a genuine need for hunters.

And anyone who thinks otherwise is just not educated on reality.

I sincerely hope you don’t eat meat.

Some people expecting others to do the hard work, killing their food.

Not all food comes from the shop.

All my life I have listened to people put hunters down, and then sit down to a steak thinking it fine, because it came from a shop.

Humans have created huge numbers of manmade lakes and dams which has allowed ducks to breed up to huge numbers, also affecting crops and grasslands — so their numbers need to be kept in check.

In years of drought the government regulates this by postponing the season.

More land needs to be opened up to hunters — not closed down.

There will always be people who will be irresponsible when near waterways and in the bush.

However, the majority of these hunters are family people — husbands and wives spending time with their kids getting food and learning about conservation and life in the bush.

Certainly not the brutal people you think they are.

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Coastal Ward candidates

Marcus McKenzie Garry Stephens Gayle Maher

BEING a reasonable voice around the table and advocating for the community is what I would like to continue doing.

Ensuring that the community is able to be heard and their viewpoint considered is what matters.

In a ‘COVID normal’ world going forward, we need to be considered, brave and supportive in our decision making.

The current impact already to families, businesses and communities is vast and needs strong leadership and confidence going forward.

Living in Gippsland for the past 15 years has allowed me to be a community member who feels connected. This is what makes our region so special and so important in our COVID recovery.

I will work hard to ensure that the Wellington Shire continues to be a great place to live, work and play and that communities in the region feel that they have a voice.

THIS coming election of councillors will be the most critical in the Shire of Wellington’s history.

The community will look to and rely on its elected councillors to set a path of self-reliance now and beyond 2024.

More than ever, both the council and councillors will need to be part of Wellington in its thinking and be the conduit to come out of this pandemic and recession in a healthy and prosperous era for all, and importantly our children.

Council and councillors need to be tuned into the requirements of the community.

We must communicate the vision of council by regular quarterly communication — we need our community to be engaged on

the journey and we must listen and respond.

We must be a ‘can-do council’, review existing and delayed infrastructure programs, help our farmers and small business entrepreneurs to sell their products through a cooperative, lobby to relocate government departments, review unprofitable third party contracts, lobby universities to set up campuses plus much more.

Council must reach out to our communities, listen to their needs and wishes and come up with solutions to ‘make it happen’. It’s time for positive change, positive thinking and to reconnect with our Wellington.

IT has been a privilege to represent the voters of the Coastal Ward for the past four years.

I am proud of the work that I have done for local residents.

I have received more than 400 requests for assistance and have had excellent results in getting a positive outcome for local people.

I have advocated for the heating of theYarrampoolandampleasedfunding has been received for the project.

This project is just about completed.

I have advocated for the completion of the Great Southern Rail Trail between Alberton and Welshpool — this will be an important project going forward.

Several special charge schemes have been completed or are about to begin in the Coastal Ward. The current council policy to support

such schemes make them attractive for residents.

I have also supported projects for the Gormandale and Woodside recreation reserves. The lights have been installed at Gormandale and the funding is now available for the building extension at Woodside.

I have advocated for work on the main carpark at Golden Beach and for footpath works in the same area.

I am aware of erosion issues at Loch Sport and the need for the state government to take action on this matter.

While on council, I have continued to serve the community on various groups. I believe my record of service shows my strong commitment to the community.

Alison Kelly I HAVE been a business owner in Yarram and have been a home owner in Port Albert for more than 12 years.

I will be treating this position as representing the whole of the coastal areas from Loch Sport to Port Albert.

I will be visiting and communicating with representatives from all of these communities on a regular basis and working with the people on solutions to the issues of their respective area.

The issues I am aware of are planning, zoning, accommodation, rubbish and drainage as we are experiencing intense growth in these communities that requires serious attention.

I am approachable and have an open door policy to constituents, and will be putting my best foot forward for these communities.

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The Victorian Electoral Commission has been given the authority to extend the postal voting timeline for the current local council elections if necessary to ensure voter participation and election results are not affected by any possible mail delivery delays.

Seventy-six of Victoria’s 79 local councils are having elections this month, with all being conducted by post.

Electoral Commissioner Warwick Gately welcomed the changes as an appropriate contingency option to respond to community concerns about extended mail delivery timelines arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The VEC is engaging regularly with Australia Post and will be using the priority paid mail service for all postal ballots mailed and returned, but I accept there may be some delays,” he said.

“The strict timelines for the mailing and receipt of ballot packs is prescribed by law. The authority provided to me by the regulatory amendments allows me — if required — to mitigate the impact that any possible delays could have on the integrity of the elections.”

“I will not risk voters being deprived of the right to vote. This action doesn’t mean the timelines will change, just that they may be changed if there is any evidence that delays in the postal network are impacting the integrity of the elections.”

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happy to speak face-to-face with the community on council matters. I also spend time talking with businesses and the general community while shopping locally on a daily basis.

A WIDOWER, I have spent the past 20 years dedicating my life to my family and the Wellington community.

I am Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest serving councillor. I also represent our community on state and federal committees and Gippsland on the board of local government.

Over the years with various colleagues, I have seen our sporting facilities upgraded, our streetscapes improved, public toilets more user friendly, swimming pools modernised, rural roads upgraded, libraries more modern, and saleyards upgraded â&#x20AC;&#x201D; plus much more â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to make our shire vibrant and meaningful.

Our parks, gardens and playgrounds are something to be proud of.All these projects assist in maintaining the value of your assets.

My goals for the future include the delivery of an all-abilities water play park, protecting our industry, ensuring strong recovery post-COVID-19, zoning appropriate land growth, advocating

for small town sewerage schemes, strongly promoting our tourism strengths, recovery of festivals, seeking government funding to assist with infrastructure, working to ensure our farming industries are not disadvantaged by city-centric thinking, having council revisit town communities to discuss their needs and continuing to represent us at state and national level.

If delegated, I would love to be your councillor once more.

Christos Iliopoulos Carolyn Crossley

WELLINGTON Shire was established a quarter of a century ago â&#x20AC;&#x201D; following the amalgamation of several small shires â&#x20AC;&#x201D; yet it has yet to fully realise itself, in terms of outlook and potential.

The time has come to stand up: to become Wellington.

What does becoming Wellington look like?

Becoming Wellington entails taking stock of our vast agricultural and natural resources; our valued human resources; our insights; our ideas; our aspirations; our innovative thinking; and employing all of these creatively and responsibly, to deliver the very best quality of life possible, for everyone living in this beautiful and inspiring region.

Becoming Wellington means becoming self-reliant: for food production; for cultural enrichment; for innovative agricultural initiatives; for employment opportunities; for local holiday destinations; for high-quality health services; for

recreation; for better performing schools; for excellence in the arts; for nurturing agricultural and food production enterprises; and for clearly and strongly advocating for the people of Wellington, to our state and federal governments.

Council has an indispensable role to play, as the eyes and ears â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and perhaps, at times â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the brains, of the state and federal governments.

By working productively with fellow Team Welly 2020 members, and other councillors, we can succeed.

AS a former mayor, I believe now is the time for experienced leadership.

The community needs to know, with confidence, that their council can lead them through this unprecedented crisis.

After serving as a councillor since 2012, including three years as mayor, I believe I have proven my ability to work effectively within council, leading to positive community outcomes for the Northern Ward and the broader Wellington Shire.

Residents are under stress from events caused by extreme weather conditions and the health and economic challenges of COVID-19.As a member of the committee that is co-ordinating the council's response to the pandemic, I am totally focused on addressing both the current acute needs, and the planning for stimulating recovery and optimising opportunities.

With family connections to early settlers in Rosedale from the 1870s and living in Cowwarr for more than 27 years, I have a great affinity with

John Tatterson

AS a local I was born and grew up on a dairy farm in Kilmany.

My early farm life, followed by the family business, Stratford newsagency, has given me an appreciation of the challenges of our farmers and businesses within our towns.

I am married to Sue and we have two adult children, Jessica and Jack, who live locally with their families.

I am keen to represent the local community and will ensure council plans for a prosperous future for my children and grandchildren.

I have had a strong community connection through a lifelong involvement in the local community, sport and as

council manager of built environment.

I appreciate the importance of sport in the community and councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role to provide facilities that allow our sports to prosper. Our clubs are essential to ongoing community activity and I will advocate for the shire to support clubs and associations to ensure facilities are inclusive, affordable, fun and encouraged for all residents young and old.

I will work with council to ensure clubs, community sports, libraries, parks and pools are there for my grandchildren.

Council needs to play a key role in planning and attracting funding for future facility development.

The mail-out of ballot packs for the Wellington Shire Council election begins today.

Voters will elect nine councillors â&#x20AC;&#x201D; three in each of the shireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three wards â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to serve a four-year term.

The ballot pack will include a ballot paper with statements and photographs of the candidates running in a particular ward, voting instructions and a reply-paid envelope.

Ballot papers in the postal vote must be sent to the election manager by Friday, October 23.

Voters who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t received their ballot pack by Friday, October 16, should phone 1300 141 498 during business hours to arrange a replacement.

The result of the election will be declared on Friday, November 13, with the new council to sworn in and mayor elected on Tuesday, November 17.

The ward with the most candidates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; nine â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is the Central Ward, consisting of towns and districts such as Sale, Longford, Stradbroke, Airly, Myrtlebank and Meerlieu.

Five candidates will contest the Northern Ward, which takes in Maffra, Stratford, Rosedale, Heyfield, Briagolong, Dargo and Fulham.

In the Coastal Ward â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Yarram, Woodside, Seaspray, Loch Sport and Gormandale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; there are four candidates.

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I have always spoken for the smaller communities and have fought for the equitable distribution of council funds.

It has been a privilege to represent the Northern Ward in the past, and it would be an honour to represent the Northern Ward in the next council.

As manager, I led planning for CBD upgrades in Rosedale, Stratford, Heyfield and Maffra, which resulted in a great sense of community pride for each township.

I will advocate for continued investment in infrastructure including roads, town entries, parks and footpaths.

We definitely need to improve paths to give our community every opportunity to get active.

I will advocate for local purchasing in contracts and operations.

Council needs to spend with local business and contractors were possible to ensure future jobs for locals.

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I am retired and live in Stratford, and have taken on the councillor position with gusto.

Voting in the chamber must always consider what fits with the community and regulations.

I am keen to continue on council in order to lobby for a brighter future for Wellington Shire, especially the Northern Ward, taking into account COVID-19 issues.

I want to continue having input into our budget which affects roads, rates and rubbish, jobs for locals, and especially our youth, and will lobby for any shortfalls in services.

I want to find the right mix for all our community, no matter what age group, whether on the land or a business in town.

You are all important and valued.

I would like you to vote for me because I come with fresh ideas, using a commonsense approach. I show enthusiasm, along with being generous of my time, and am always

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Central Ward candidates Jill Wood

Scott Rossetti

BORN and raised in Wellington Shire, my interests have always been in helping to develop the prosperity and welfare of the shire.

I have gained valuable experience through my involvement with a number of different boards and committees, including school and TAFE boards, bowls clubs, the Committee for Wellington and Rotary.

With my three terms as mayor, and twice chairman of the Gippsland Local Government Network, I have acquired a depth of knowledge, enabling me to better serve the people of Wellington.

I have learned so much from the people I have worked with in local government, but my greatest experience has come from my engagement with our wonderful local community.

The simple act of listening carefully to constituents’ concerns and ambitions has empowered me to consistently bring sensible thinking with real outcomes to council.

I am lucky enough to have a diverse professional and tertiary education, while keeping up my trade qualification as an electrician. This keeps me grounded, but also helps me to understand the complexities of Wellington Shire.

My experience in running a successful business provides me with a track record which underpins my eligibility to become a useful and valuable councillor.

My leadership in achieving a zero per

I CAME to Sale in 1955 and I attended 545 and Sale High.

In 1973 I joined Victoria Police. I worked in Melbourne for 32 years, seeing duty in CIB, community policing, operations and training.

As women’s liaison officer, I prepared documents for the chief commissioner on issues such as ‘Breaking the Glass Ceiling’ and ‘A Gender Agenda’.

This document was later used as a blueprint for diversity throughout Victoria Police.

I represented Victoria Police at three international conferences, in Leeds, Atlanta and Seattle.

I was in charge of state-wide Neighbourhood Watch and Crime Prevention.

A move to Sale allowed me to reconnect with people in my home town.

A group of women from the Bairnsdale Aboriginal community worked with me to develop a strategy called ‘You Can’t Beat a Woman’, which was a targeted anti-violence strategy.

In 2008 I was awarded the Australian Police Medal.

I took early retirement in 2009 and returned to Sale.

I have always been an advocate for the underprivileged, those who don’t feel they have a voice, minority groups and new arrivals.

I love working with people, and I will give my pledge that I will work hard for all of you in Central Ward.

David Strauss BRINGING experience, commitment, integrity and caring, I will represent you on council.

I promote and support listening to the community, being accessible to you and ensuring balanced and sensible decisions are made by council that will benefit our community.

I have 15 years of experience as a councillor where I have represented views of residents, sporting clubs, local business and the community on many issues.

I have held leadership roles in the local community, including past president of the Rotary Club of Sale and Sale City

cent rate rise is evidence of the value I believe I can add.

I will always put the Wellington community first through listening, hard work and passion for positive outcomes, and I hope to be able to continue this work if elected.

Akarna Bowers

Kathy Mansfield

reflect my values and my lived experience.

I would be proud to serve as your councillor, and look forward to working with the community to ensure everyone can thrive.

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I am a member of the Wellington Gender Equity and Violence Prevention Partnership, committee member of Wurruk Community House, treasurer of the Friends of the Gippsland Gallery and a member of the Central Gippsland Health LGBTIQ community reference group.

I have achieved post graduate qualifications in public sector management, am passionate about implementing and developing policies that incorporate professional medical and scientific advice as we rebuild our Wellington regional lifestyle towards an environmentally sustainable future.

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MY decision to stand for council has been driven by a desire to rebuild business and investment in Wellington post-COVID. I seek to see our main streets filled with retailers and service providers, alongside our vital farmland enterprises focused in delivering top class products and services to our community while providing more jobs for all.

I will fight to foster quality residential aged care and community-based home care through social engagement and access to safe public spaces and services.

I will enable more inclusiveness for women and minority groups in governance boards and committees within Wellington Shire and improve council connections to our minority communities, such as First

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I’M running for council because I want to help shape a new and exciting future for our community in a way that leaves no-one behind.

As a young woman who grew up in a low-income single-parent household in Sale, I know how much potential our area has, and can bring my fresh perspective and experience as a former Wellington Shire youth councillor to the issues that are affecting our community, from climate change to financial insecurity.

If elected, I would advocate for action on climate change and protecting our biodiversity; support for the socio-economically disadvantaged in our community, and the creation of a reconciliation action plan for the Wellington Shire.

I believe farmers hold the key to climate change mitigation in our area, and so council could offer additional municipal rates discounts to farmers engaged in regenerative agriculture.

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My wife Rachel and I live in Sale. We have two adult children and three grandchildren. I served for more than 30 years in the Air Force and am currently employed at the heliport as a safety manager.

Throughout my life I have tried to have a positive influence on those I work with, and believe that working together there is so much that can be achieved.

I appreciate the wide range of diversity and skills that we have within our community.

Help me to ensure you are properly represented on council.

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www.gippslandtimes.com.au When interstate borders open again, Victorians who have undertaken the nationally accredited Responsible Service of Alcohol course will have their certificates more easily recognised in other states and territories.

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THE Responsible Service of Alcohol program will soon be available online, and nationally recognised â&#x20AC;&#x201D; allowing for greater employment flexibility in licensed venues when borders reopen.

Available from next Monday, October 12, the online training module will make the training more accessible, particularly for those who need flexible arrangements because of coronavirus restrictions, work commitments, or who live in rural areas.

When the interstate borders open again, Victorians who have undertaken the nationally accredited course will have their certificates more easily recognised in other states and territories.

Similarly, anyone with a certificate issued in another state or territory will have their qualifications recognised in Victoria, provided they complete a free online refresher course to ensure they are familiar with Victorian liquor laws.

Gaming and Liquor Regulation Minister Melissa Horne said the changes were part of an ongoing Victorian government commitment to cut red tape,

and help people find work in the hospitality sector. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moving to new online, nationally recognised RSA training will give Victorians more ability to upskill from home while planning to return to work, in a steady and sustainable way,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The difficulty of relying solely on face-to-face learning has been highlighted during the coronavirus pandemic . â&#x20AC;&#x153; This change will make it easier for training organisations to deliver the course, and for those in the hospitality industry to complete their RSA training.â&#x20AC;?

RSA training is mandatory for people who work in the hospitality industry and intend to sell or serve alcohol with general, on-premises, late night, and packaged liquor licenses.

Those who hold a current Victorian RSA certificate will not be required to complete the nationally recognised certificate to continue working in Victorian licensed venues.

For more information on the changes to RSA training visit vcglr.vic.gov.au

Bond St to host online climate forum Sunday

AS the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice and climate change movement, the Climate Reality Project is inviting Wellington Shire residents to be part of a conversation on the moment theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re living in and the future they want.

Via Zoom, Gippsland Climate Reality leader Tony Smith will co-present with Dr Anika Molesworth and John Grimes on issues relevant to the community, recognising its mixed regional economy.

Dr Molesworth is a farmer, scientist and storyteller.

With a PhD in agricultural and environmental science, she is a passionate climate change advocate with several awards to her name, and is an indemand speaker at global level.

John Grimes is the chief executive of the Smart Energy Council of Australia.

He has a passion for the solar, storage and the smart energy industry, and is regularly called upon by the media to provide independent commentary in these areas.

Tony Smith OAM is a risk manager and climate change advocate.

He will speak about the key climate change risks to the region and lead the call to action.

This event will be hosted by Bond Street Event Centre this Sunday from 7.30pm.

To register to attend, visit bondstreeteventcentre. eventbrite.com for access to the presentation via Zoom.

This is a free event, but has the option of donating, with 100 per cent of donations going directly towards supporting Bond Street Event Centre to continue providing low-cost community events.

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Following on from a successful combined Gippsland Bushwalking Club walk of the Wirilda Walking Track in the Tyers Park, there are a number of interesting walks coming up.

Tomorrow, the club will host a walk at McLaughlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach near Yarram. It will pass through mangroves in Nooramunga Inlet, then along a secluded bush track to the entrance on the 90 Mile Beach and return along the beach.

On Sunday, October 18, a walk will be held in Morwell National Park, focusing on some of the 43 species of orchids found within the park. This will be done in conjunction with the Friends of Morwell National Park group.

After lunch, the group will tackle the Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Trail.

On Saturday, October 24, there will be a walk from Dermodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camp to The Channel, north of Stratford in the Avon-Mt Hedrick Scenic Reserve.

The Channel, where the Avon River has carved a mini gorge through the sandstone may present an opportunity for a swim in the deep rock pools if the weather is warm.

Because of COVID restrictions walks are limited to 10 participants.

For information about joining any of these walks, visit bencruachanwalkingclub.com

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The Big Draw returns to GAG

GIPPSLAND Art Gallery is inviting children and families to unleash their creativity in a range of free online activities as part of The Big Draw Festival 2020, which will be held during Children’s Week from Saturday, October 24, to Sunday, November 1.

This year, the Big Draw events will be available via the events page on the gallery’s website.

Inspired by picture story books by children’s author and illustrator Alison Lester, these activities and workshops will explore a range of drawing techniques, and are suitable for ages three and over with parental guidance.

As well as Big Draw activities, the gallery will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of Alison Lester’s Magic Beach, with an exhibition of illustrations from the book.

The exhibition will be on display at the Port of Sale,Wellington Centre, Level 2, 70 Foster St, Sale during opening hours from Saturday, October 24, to Sunday, February 14, 2021.

To get involved in drawing — for fun, health, relaxation and creativity — people should keep an eye out for the gallery’s weekly drawing prompts on its Instagram and Facebook pages.

Children can also participate in one of the gallery’s online children’s drawing workshops or activities during Children’s Week, or collect a free children’s activity booklet from the Port of Sale.

For a chance to win one of the prizes up for grabs, people can submit their Big Draw artworks so the gallery can share them on social media with the hashtag #GippsArtAtHome or email them to acting gallery education coordinator, Meghan Bye, at meghanb@wellington.vic.gov.au

The gallery will also include works in the Big Draw Festival 2020 online exhibition on its website.

The Big Draw 2020 theme is ‘The Big Green Draw — A Climate of Change’, focusing on the relationship between people and the living environments and ecosystems; highlighting the way people live today and the ways in which they do and do not harmonise with nature.

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A drawing inspired by Alison Lester’s Magic Beach For more information about The Big Draw charity organisation and other events visit thebigdraw.org Gippsland Art Gallery is one of many organisations holding free Children’s Week events for families.

With a theme of ‘the right of all children to choose their own friends and safely connect with others’, the gallery is celebrating the talents, skills and achievements and rights of children in an exciting program that will engage the senses, capture the

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imagination, and encourage creative expression.

This Children’s Week activity is presented by Wellington Shire Council in partnership with the Victorian government.

For more information about The Big Draw and Children’s Week activities being held at Gippsland Art Gallery from October 24 to November 1, phone the gallery on 5142 3500, email galleryenquiries@ wellington.vic.gov.au or visit www.gippslandartgallery. com/events

Gardening days resume in Sale

FRIENDS of Sale Botanic Gardens will resume gardening days from 9.30am this Thursday, October 8, (with COVID restrictions).

A free guided tour around the gardens will be conducted from 10am with restricted numbers.

Those interested should meet at the front gate, and everyone is welcome.

For more information, phone Heather on 0413 919 537.

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AMATEUR photographers living in the Port Albert area will be able to win prizes with their cameras.

Port Albert Progress Association is hosting a photography competition, titled ‘Reflections of Port Albert’.

The competition is open to anyone living in the 3971 postcode.

Prizes will be given to photographers who can best capture what they love about Port Albert.

There are three categories: open, children aged 10 to 16 and children aged under 10.

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Aqua Energy classes resume

Sale Railway Station has a new wall plaque featuring a train and the town’s iconic signal box.

Station’s beautification a volunteer effort

SALE Railway Station has a new wall plaque featuring a train and the town’s iconic signal box.

Funded by the late John Leslie OBE and organised by volunteer group, the Stationeers, the signage features a history of Sale Railway Station, well worth reading for interested travellers.

The Stationeers are a small group of grandmothers who set out to enhance Sale Railway Station — an important but neglected entrance to Sale.

Since the group’s formation five years ago, the station is aesthetically much improved.

The installation of picnic tables, with the help

Aqua Energy has resumed pilates, GRITCardio, vinyasa yoga and FitHIIT classes outside at the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex’s hockey pitch for $7 per session.

of local TAFE students, was the group’s initial venture, but achievements have expanded to new bollards, painted by 15 local primary schools, murals painted by the region’s four secondary schools, Airly Primary School, the George Gray Centre, Bugblitz and RAAF Base, East Sale.

The group said it was grateful for help from local organisations, but more was yet to be done.

The group primarily raises money from council grants, donations and sausage sizzles.

Anyone interested in helping in any way can phone Gillian on 5144 5954 or Elaine on 5144 3781.

WHILE Aqua Energy in Sale remains closed under the third step of the state government’s ‘roadmap’ out of COVID-19 restrictions, the centre is offering a range of outdoor group fitness classes again, conducted in line with government guidelines.

Aqua Energy’s outdoor group fitness sessions offer weekly pilates, GRITCardio (a 30-minute, high-intensity Les Mills class), vinyasa yoga, and twice-weekly FitHIIT (bodyweight-based cardio).

Classes are available now, and are held Monday to Friday at 5.30pm at the Gippsland Regional Sports Complex on the hockey pitch.

Participants should take a mat, towel and water bottle, and wear sunscreen and suitable clothes for an outdoor workout.

Those aged 13 to 16 must be accompanied by a participating guardian aged 16 or older.

Drug and alcohol awareness project needs participants LIFELINE Gippsland is looking for people to take part in a new project which aims to improve people’s awareness of, and access to, alcohol and drug information, resources and services.

This project is an opportunity for people who have ‘been there themselves’ with alcohol or drugs to make a real difference for others who might find themselves in the same situation.

People can participate by taking part in a

one-on-one interview, a small group discussion over the phone or online using Zoom or by completing a survey in their own time via www.

The cost is $7 per class (EFTPOS only), to be paid on the evening.

Before attending, participants must clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub, and follow social distancing guidelines at the class.

Residents should not attend if they are unwell or experiencing symptoms of sickness; have, in the past month, travelled overseas or been in contact with someone who has been overseas; or have been in contact with someone who has or is suspected of having COVID-19.

The classes are limited to 10 people, so attendees must book prior via aquaenergy.eventbrite.com Aqua Energy also still offers a range of virtual fitness classes to do from home, available via bit.

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People interested in participating in the project, or needing a printed copy of the survey, should phone Pat Lovelock on 5136 3500 or email pat.lovelock@llg.org.au for more information. Participants must be aged over 18, and all enquiries will be strictly confidential.

NOW in its second year, the Startup Gippsland Incubator program has innovated to deliver muchneeded support to businesses and entrepreneurs across Gippsland, as the region works to recover from the ravages of the most recent bushfire season, and even as the state continues to grapple with COVID-19.

Program manager Stephanie Thoo said when the idea of Startup Gippsland was conceived in 2018, the need for these programs was known.

“Developing thriving start-up ecosystems outside of the major urban centres is a key piece of the puzzle for the future of regional economies,” she said.

“And now, as Gippsland has emerged from one of the worst bushfire seasons in memory straight into a pandemic, it is absolutely necessary to nurture and cultivate the people who are working to create new jobs and new opportunities in the region.”

Startup Gippsland’s 2020 cohort of 59 businesses — spanning all six Gippsland council areas — will spend 12 weeks working through an intensive program designed to help them validate and scale their businesses, refine their offerings, and learn the fundamentals of running a successful enterprise.

The program will culminate in a series of pitch showcases, where the start-ups will have an opportunity to present their ideas to judging panels comprised of senior business and community leaders, as well as potential investors. Reimagined on the fly as regional Victoria continues to grapple with the evolving COVID landscape, the Incubator Program is now a virtual experience

until restrictions are lifted.

“We’re incredibly pleased with both the strength and diversity of our cohort this year,” Ms Thoo said.

“From existing businesses looking to expand or refocus, to idea-stage ventures at the beginning of the validation process, to people who want to take the leap and turn a side business into a full-time job, our founders run the gamut,” she said.

“They come from a huge range of backgrounds, industries, and experiences, from their 20s to 70s, and we’re very pleased that 52 per cent of our founders this year are women. These inventive, driven, and enthusiastic founders are the future of business in our region.”

Angelo Saridis, a 2019 Startup Gippsland participant who has come back in 2020 as a program mentor, believed the experience was invaluable for everyone involved.

“The Startup Gippsland program provides a community where participants, alumni, facilitators and mentors all become part of an ecosystem,” he said.

“This produces a great depth of knowledge available to everyone, a place to vent frustrations and fears, people to lean on, and most of all a pool of energy for everyone to draw on as they strive to get their startups off the ground. In the current climate programs such as this one are so vital to recovery and to keeping our community connected.”

The Startup Gippsland 2020 Incubator Program runs through to November 27.

For more information visit startupgippsland.com.au To learn more about the 59 participating businesses, visit startupgippsland.com.au/startups2020

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WELLINGTON Shire Council’s libraries are currently closed because of COVID-19 restrictions, but have found creative ways to keep locals reading.

Its ‘click and deliver’ has been joined by ‘click and collect’, which allows patrons to order books via the library catalogue, email, or phone, then collect them from the front of their library.

Click and deliver will remain while libraries are closed to patrons. It lets residents use the library catalogue to choose books, which are then delivered to their doors.

Children’s take-home packs, aimed at ages five to 12, will be available during the school holidays (for delivery with children’s book requests only).

The packs cover themes such as healthy eating and sustainability, and contain activities, pencils or marker pens, and library information.

Click and collect enables patrons to request books for collection from outside the library entrance at agreed times during opening hours.

The libraries’ digital magazine collection has been expanded from 45 titles to 3400 titles from around the world, in multiple languages.

Titles include Caravan and Motorhome,Women’s Weekly, Men’s Health, Rolling Stone, Better Homes and Gardens, National Geographic and Vogue, and can be read on desktop or mobile devices by downloading the RBDigital app for Apple or Android devices.

For more information, phone 5142 3146 or email library@wellington.vic.gov.au

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Dear Readers, These are challenging times for our local community, as they are for all local communities around the world. Many of us are anxious, and unsure about many things, but one thing we know for certain is that we need to work together as a community to overcome the challenges this global pandemic has created.

ISOLATE AND AVOID INFECTION The Coronavirus is first and foremost a health crisis, and keeping our community safe and healthy is the number one priority. Please follow the government protocols and do all you can to avoid infection.

STAY INFORMED For over 155 years, the Gippsland Times has been the trusted source of local news, and we take our responsibility to inform the local community very seriously. For the latest government advice regarding COVID-19, see www.health.gov.au, and please beware that ‘news’ on social media is not regulated and many false and dangerous theories are being shared online.

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A NOTE TO OUR ADVERTISERS We understand these are very tough times for business – as we are also the feeling the impact. We are ready to assist you to change your advertising copy to keep the local community updated about any changes to your business operations, safety protocols, new service delivery models, messages of thanks/ support or other important news. Programs have been developed for our loyal advertisers to assist them through these tough times, and we look forward to working together to see this through. Our readership is up, as people seek trusted news in a crisis.

THANKS TO OUR READERS We can’t thank you enough for your loyal support over the past 155 years, and we look forward to keeping you informed in the decades to come. Our journalists are doing an outstanding job, in very tough conditions.

In addition to continued delivery for your usual copy of The Gippsland Times, the latest issue of The Gippsland Times is available for free as a full digital version on our website at www.gippslandtimes.com.au. Thank you.

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The home is divided into two separate living zones.

Upstairs, the home has three bedrooms (the main with an ensuite) and two generously-sized living areas, plus balconies on the north and south of the home to

admire the property’s views.

Downstairs, there is a fully self-contained unit with two bedrooms, and a comfortable open plan living area.

The property has a five kilowatt solar system, and two 44,000 litre concrete tanks with ample catchment off the machinery, hay and workshop sheds, and an array of fruit trees to complete this picturesque farmlet.

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Surge in local property interest confirmed investors had been looking for income returns on commercial properties.

He pointed to a rural property between Rosedale and Traralgon his associate Tracey Wrigglesworth had just signed for greater than the initial asking price.

“If the property has a long term lease we can sell it. It’s been like that since the start of 2020,” he said.

“In Sale, we specialise in lifestyle property but I can speak with authority on commercial property investment as we have just sold one commercial property with a four year lease that is returning over five per cent, and we have another large commercial property with residence that will return over seven per cent to its new owner under its current four year lease.

“There is significant strength in the market.”

Sale’s On Trac Mortgage Brokers principal Tracey Blore afforded a note of caution for retirees thinking of withdrawing their cash from deposits and buying an investment property.

“My personal view is people don’t often consider the buy-in costs when they look at investment properties,” she said.

“If paying cash for a $300,000 house you will still have stamp duty and government charges of about $17,000 and the on-going costs of maintenance,” she said.

“That could be more than your first year’s rental income.

“Then in five or so years if you want to sell, it could cost you about three per cent of the sale price, say $10,000.”

Ms Blore however said she was still observing the biggest increase in property activity since the introduction of the GST. “I have not seen any great demand for investment properties, as retirees would have the cash, what I’m seeing is young couples buying vacant land and building,” she said.

“The builders and tradies are busy trying to get the construction done in under six months.”

Mr Seed added he was also confident the Gippsland new homes real estate market will continue to surge.

“We are just waiting for Melbourne to come out of lock down,” he said.

“I expect an influx of buyers looking to inspect, as we have been experiencing 600 hits a week on the properties we have listed,” he said.

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ECORD low interest rates in Australia and the hope of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions has led to a surge in property inquiries.

Within minutes of Premier Daniel Andrews announcing one on one property inspections could resume last Sunday, real estate agents in Melbourne fielded a surge of calls.

According to The Age a Ray White suburban agency had 88 bookings for inspections within hours, as buyers and vendors looked to move on.

The situation was mirrored in Yarram with Ray White Yarram principal Ian Seed explaining the newly opened business sold a residential listing in only two business days.

The home in the eastern side of Yarram was listed on the Thursday evening, and sold over the weekend.

“It’s a great result,”Ian said.

“We listed the home on the Thursday night, I put the board up on Sunday, it sold and the contract was with the solicitors on Monday”.

“It’s really happening, this is proof the local residential market is buoyant,” he said.

And it is not only owner occupier buyers looking at real estate.

With Australia experiencing historically low interest rates, returns from term deposits have plummeted and self-funded retirees face a dilemma —leave their capital in underperforming investments or look to property.

In Gippsland, according to agents, the demand for rental accommodation has led to the perfect environment for self funded retirees seeking a reliable income stream.

Mr Seed explained with a median price of about $300,000 established three bedroom homes could provide an investor with a rate of return of 5.25 per cent.

“The average rental in Yarram is now exceeding $300 a week.”

And while capital gain may be slower than in Melbourne, Gippsland property prices have remained better than stagnant, providing some added security to the investor.

“Particularly here in Gippsland, a traditional three bedroom holiday house could sell for $215,000 and provide a return of $275 to $280 a week,” he said.

Elders Sale principal Greg Tuckett is also expecting a flood of buyers as soon as Melbourne is free of its restrictions and

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The main bedroom has an ensuite, and his and her walk-in robes.

Featuring a wide entry hall with vinyl plank flooring throughout the walkways, the house has central gas heating, reverse cycle air conditioner, downlights, quality window dressings and nine-foot ceilings.

There is also open plan living, a modern kitchen with a five burner gas stove, Omega oven, and large walk-in pantry.

There is a large double garage, and parking space for a caravan, boat, or trailers.

Brief details: Property: Recently built three bedroom home with open plan living.

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Price: $479,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.

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HIS character home on 6.9 hectares (17 acres) is back on the market for the second time in more than 100 years.

Between Maffra and Newry, the colonial homestead overlooks the rolling hills of the great divide.

Agents say the combination of the home’s high ceilings, country-style kitchen and wrap around verandahs makes this a sought-after property.

The bedrooms, living and dining areas are generously-sized, and to the east of the home is an undercover pergola.

There are plenty of sheds, with a fullyenclosed workshop with an adjoining three bay machinery shed, and another three bay shed behind.

The property features a sizeable older style barn with concrete flooring, as well as an old dairy with stockyards and a loading ramp.

There is also a chook house and several

other sheds, ideal for stock or wood storage.

The property comes with a 17 megalitre water diversion license from the creek running through the property, which agents say is great for irrigating veggies, feed for stock and garden usage.

The home is serviced by tank water.

Brief details: Property: Three bedroom home on 6.9 hectares with plenty of sheds.

Address: 698 Maffra-Newry Rd, Newry Auction: Saturday, October 31, from 11am.

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HIS family home, set on 1234 square metres, has had an extensive external revamp with rendering and repainting.

Agents say an astute buyer could work with the existing, solid residence, which has three large bedrooms, a study, a spacious kitchen and dining room,

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There is also a large lock-up garage or workshop on the propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cleared, low maintenance block.

With the size of the land and corner block, agents say there is the possibility of subdivision and multiplying income possibilities.

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Property: Rural 6780 square metre building block.

Address: Lot 2 Brewer Court, Longford.

Price: $195,000.

Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Tony Kiss on 0419 526 637.

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GENTS say this memorable property, on a large allotment of about 6292 square metres, is ready and waiting for a new family to move in and make lifelong memories.

The upstairs zone has an open plan kitchen and living area, which overlooks the front gardens and across to Sale Golf Club.

There are also three bedrooms with builtin robes and a generously-sized bathroom upstairs.

Downstairs, there is a cosy lounge with a wood heater, the main bedroom, a large bathroom with a spa bath, and a laundry.

Other features include day-night roller blinds, downlights, feature lighting, fresh paintwork and new floor coverings.

The large brick shed or man cave comes with a built-in bar, television, pot belly wood fire, shower, toilet and workshop.

There is also an outdoor entertainment

Property: Impressive two storey home overlooking the golf course in sought-after Longford.

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Price: $649,000 Agent: Wellington Real Estate. Phone Lisa Wegener on 0401 065 422. area, and more sheds.

There are two 40,000 litre rain water tanks, which provide for the home, and a bore for the gardens and the dam.

Directly opposite the golf course, the home is a short distance from Longford Primary School, the local kindergarten, tennis club, hall and is less than 10 minutes drive to Sale.

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DESPITE demand uncertainties, sheep producers appear to have begun flock rebuilding amid improved seasonal conditions, high end productivity and record lamb prices, according to Meat and Livestock Australia’s 2020 Sheep Industry Projections September update.

Although forecast rainfall through winter did not eventuate, steady and regular falls across all southern states have allowed the rebuilding of the national flock to begin.

Sheep and lamb supply has already contracted, with lamb supply through winter lower than forecast.

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“We anticipate a slight increase in lamb carcase weights for 2020, up 0.7 kilograms per head on 2019 levels to average 24kg per head, and sheep carcase weights to increase to 24.89kg per head up 0.7kg per head from 2019,” Ms Graham said.

“However, increasing weights will not be sufficient to offset the decline in slaughter, with lamb production in 2020 expected to decline three per cent to 487,000 tonnes carcase weight and sheep production to contract 31 per cent to 157,000 carcase weight.”

Ms Graham said although drought had contracted the overall sheep and lamb supply, she anticipated improved seasonal conditions in early 2020 would filter through the spring flush and establish a rebuilding period from 2021.

“Reports of increased lamb survival and marking rates through winter have increased confidence for a larger spring lamb crop this year, reflected by the numbers of new season lambs entering the

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THE Victorian Farmers Federation has welcomed the Victorian government’s decision to loosen COVID-19 restrictions on the state’s meat processors.

VFF livestock group president Leonard Vallance said it was much needed respite for anxious farmers, after weeks of consultation between key farm industry groups and the state government crossed into the peak of the spring meat processing season.

“As an industry we process more than half of Australia’s sheep and lamb meat,” he said.

“We’ve been calling for the restrictions imposed on meat processing facilities to reflect the number of COVID-19 cases present, especially in regional Victoria.

“While it’s pleasing to see regional workforce capacity boosted to 90 per cent for meat, we expect once metropolitan cases fall to a comparable level to those in the regions we’ll see capacity increased for processors in Melbourne.

“Farmers just want to continue farming at the end of the day and we’re confident ourselves and the industry can continue to do so in a COVID safe way.”

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Global market implications of COVID-19 continue to effect Australia’s lamb and key export markets, causing a general decline in foodservice demand, particularly for lamb.

“Lamb exports in 2020 have been revised lower to reach 269,000 tonnes shipped weight, down five per cent on 2019 volumes, while mutton exports are expected to decline 32 per cent to 126,000 tonnes shipped weight,” Ms Graham said.

“Global market conditions remain rather unpredictable, particularly due to the impact of COVID-19 and its influence upon foodservice industries around the world.

“As such, the flow of Australian sheepmeat exports through the remainder of the year is expected to continue to fluctuate as markets move through different stages of their COVID-19 recovery.”

Ms Graham said with lamb supplies looking at a recovery and subdued demand likely to continue in the short-term, sheep and lamb prices are not expected to return to early 2020 figures.

“Mutton prices however have held up well relative to lamb this year, due to the significant decline in supply as producers withhold ewes to rebuild,” she said.

“Looking ahead, sheep and lamb prices could remain historically high, underpinned by positive drivers of demand in key markets.

“This includes an eventual recovery in foodservice demand locally and overseas, population growth, expanding Chinese imports, the ongoing protein deficiency as a result of African Swine Fever (ASF), stable demand for lamb from the US and limited competition in import markets.

“This could be offset in the short-term by weaker local and global economies, and a stronger Australian dollar, especially relative to the US dollar.”

To read MLA’s Sheep Industry Projections September 2020 update, visit www.mla.com.au/

said the pork industry was approaching the Christmas peak season and the onus was on the industry to ensure it continued to adhere to COVID-safe practices.

“The demand for pork traditionally surges as we approach the Christmas season and today hopefully gives many producers the confidence they need to gear up for the season ahead,” he said.

“We want as many Australians as possible to enjoy local meat this Christmas and not have to rely on imports.”

“Farmers and industry have been implementing COVID-safe practises for months now and it’s up to all of us to ensure we help move towards a COVID-normal environment as soon as possible.

Last week, Premier Daniel Andrews said the revised ‘roadmap’ plan out of COVID-19 restrictions would now allow regional meat processing facilities to run at 90 per cent capacity, and at 80 per cent capacity in Melbourne.

The industry had previously been operating under two-thirds of peak production to avoid virus outbreaks.

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THE potential for bumper crops following decent winter rainfall is bringing joy to many farmers, but the Country Fire Authority has warned them to take care when harvesting the welcome yields.

Above median rainfall is forecast across Victoria during spring, which could result in greater crops and yield but also increased potential fuels if a fire were to start.

On average, CFA crews across state respond to more than 200 harvesting related fires every year.

The predicted follow-up spring rainfall across parts of Victoria has many farmers now looking ahead to a successful harvesting season this year, eager to begin operations.

CFA acting chief officer Garry Cook said fires caused by machinery and harvesting operations can be avoided if farmers and harvest contractors take care and follow the correct practices.

“The key to avoiding harvester fires is diligence.

We know farmers will be working extremely hard this season to harvest their crops, but it is vital that they consistently clean and maintain their machinery, as well as inspect it thoroughly before and during use,” he said.

“Hot and dry conditions are a particular concern for CFA; if it’s a high fire risk day, our advice is to postpone any work that was planned to be conducted in the paddock.

“In hot and dry conditions activities such as harvesting, grinding, welding, slashing or mowing can spark fires very easily and they can become dangerous quite quickly.”

CFA reminded farmers to ensure machinery such as headers are routinely maintained, moving parts and bearings are regularly inspected and cleaned of any material on hot engine components.

“It should be part of everyone’s routine to check for straw or grass build-ups in machinery, to maintain its spark arrestors, and to take regular breaks when operating machinery to ensure it doesn’t get too hot,” Mr Cook said.

He also advised against driving vehicles and motorbikes through dry grass.

“There is a risk your car exhaust system can heat up and ignite the dry grass underneath on hot days,” Mr Cook said.

“Farmers are usually CFA’s strongest advocates for managing fire risk as they know the consequences of fires starting on their properties and the risk to both their crops and machinery, and those of their neighbours.

“Harvest time can be very dangerous and each

On average, CFA crews across the state respond to more than 200 harvesting related fires every year, sparked by harvesting, grinding, welding, slashing or even just mowing.

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CFA also reminded farmers to have adequate firefighting resources available in paddocks where harvesting operations are conducted.

“Being fire safe on your farm should be part of any fire plan you have,” Mr Cook said.

Crop and farm machinery fire safety • The most common cause of harvester fires is material collecting on hot engine components such as the manifold, exhaust and turbocharger.; • The key to avoiding harvester fires is diligence in clean-down and inspection; • Postpone paddock work during the highest fire-risk periods. On hot, dry days, exercise extreme caution before harvesting, grinding, welding, slashing or mowing. Check for total fire ban or severe weather warnings and current fire incidents and follow recommendations; • Avoid driving vehicles and motorbikes through dry grass or crop — the risk from the hot exhaust system is high. Driving vehicles with catalytic converters

through dry grass and crops is particularly hazardous; • Make it part of your routine to check for straw or grass build-up, hot bearings and ensure spark arrestors are maintained; • Prepare a communication plan that includes family, contractors and neighbours; and • Prepare strategic breaks to stop fires entering or leaving your property. Have the appropriate firefighting equipment in place. Farmers are required by law to have a nine litre water pressured extinguisher on hand.

For more information, visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au/ plan-prepare/

Fox and wild dog bounty collection resumes

FOX and wild dog bounty collections have resumed in regional Victoria.

Agriculture Victoria has a COVIDSafe Plan in place for each bounty collection centre.

Those attending a collection centre must comply with COVID-19 restrictions including physical distancing, good hygiene practices and wearing a face mask (unless you have a lawful reason not to).

Because of the disruption caused by coronavirus, the bounty program has been extended from the end of October 2020 until the end of November 2020.

Reward payments can only be made by electric funds transfer.

Fox and wild dog collection will take place at the Maffra depot at 1 Stratford Rd, Maffra, from 9am until 11am tomorrow, and Wednesday, November 11.

Fox collection only will take place at the Yarram depot in Rodgers St,Yarram, from 2pm until 4pm tomorrow, and Wednesday, November 11.

Farmers should continue to check the Agriculture Victoria website for the latest information, as the collection schedule is subject to change in response to the coronavirus situation.

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WE HAVE BEEF & DAIRY BULLS READY FOR HIRE & FOR SALE!

CURRENT EXPORT & DOMESTIC ORDERS FOR FRIESIAN, JERSEY, RED HOLSTEIN, CROSSBRED HEIFERS & ANGUS! CULLS TO ABBITOIRS GOING WEEKLY!

www.wellingtonlivestock.com

Peter Rosenberg: 0429 427 811 Ben Boulton: 0488 445 467 Don McMillan: 0428 498 320 Mathew Boulton: 0409 926 296 Gary Sisely: 0419 309 769 Zac Gleeson: 0431 304 017 Clayton Kelly: 0421 166 704 Steven Boulton: 0428 445 461 Travis Sutton: 0438 893 484

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

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Or mail to: PO Box 159, Sale 3853

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LOUNGE chair, new, modern, $100. Phone Hardwood bedroom suite 0412 676 005. incl; Queen bed, side drawers and dresser. Livestock $800. Ph: 0409 027 223.

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Big rounds - small For hire or sale. Angus, squares. Silage, oats, Limousin, Hereford, grass and lucerne. Phone Jersey and Friesian. Very 0428 514 012 quiet. Ph. 0447 331 762.

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WANTED HORSES Gippsland Ph. Dave 0418 202 202

In accordance with a local law introduced by the State Government on January 1, 2012, it is an offence to advertise a dog or cat for sale unless a microchip identification number of the animal is included in the advertisement.

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

As of July 1, 2019 a Pet Exchange Reg. No. is also required.

Please go to https://per. animalwelfare. vic.gov.au/

11am at Warragul Saleyards A/c BJ & V Stammers (PROPERTY SOLD)

210 Quality A.I. Bred Holstein and Holstein X Cows

Consisting of: 110 Cows calved from mid July to end of October (approx. 15 close springing) 100 Cows calved March/April and re-joined to A.I. Bandito, Hothouse, Vector, Escalade, Webmail etc and Solney sire for same calving (To be preg tested prior to sale) • 20 years using New Zealand genetics • Most recent A.I. sires Rapture, Sandman, Superhero, Shadow, Topnotch, Prosperity, Brutus, Ovation etc.

• 75% of herd are on 1st to 3rd lactation • Herd consists of 80% Holstein 20% Holstein X • Medium framed cows • High stocking rate (3 cows per ha) • 2019/20 herd production average 6200ltrs, 480kg milk solids • Mainly grass based diet with 1.1 ton of grain “A great opportunity for anyone in search of quality vendor bred cows” Catalogue available prior to sale with full breeding and production details Contact Neil Darby: 0418 595 265 Warragul Office: 5623 4744

Garage Sales

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499C Freshwaters Rd., Sat. and Sun. Oct. 10 and 11 from 9am-4pm. Household and shed items, pushbikes, antiques, garden ornaments. All items must go.

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COINS

Australian pennies and half-pennies, 3-pence, 6-pence, shilling and 2-shilling coins. All predecimal. Ph: 5182 8756.

OLD GIPPSLAND NORTHWAY’S

Related items, bottles, badges, plaques, etc.

Phone Trevor 0408 442 708. Good price paid by genuine collector.

USED STAR PICKETS

Impounding

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Any condition, any type.

Looking for more than 200. Bent, rusted, various sizes - all fine. Please contact 0438 502 465.

Meetings

IMPOUNDED Wellington Shire Council

have impounded One Male Boer goat from Kyle Street, Rosedale on September 1, 2020. Large animal with full horns.

If not claimed within 7 days, the Male Boer Goat will be offered for tender on October 12, 2020. For enquiries please contact our Local Laws Department on 1300 366 244.

BASIN FLOATING COVER AND LINER REPLACEMENT Contract GW509

This is a Lump Sum Contract, in the form of AS 4902-2000 (as amended) General Conditions of Contract, for the provision of all labour and material, site preparation works necessary for the Design and Construction of Northway’s Basin Floating Cover and Liner Replacement.

The Works include the design, construction and commissioning of flexible membrane liners, fully enclosed floating flexible covers and associated works.

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An online tender meeting and a virtual tour will be held at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, 14 October 2020.To join online meeting, please express your interest to Tim Davine via an email.

AGM

A copy of the specification may be obtained from:

Sale Golf Club ladies Annual General meeting will be held on TUESDAY (October 20, 2020) at 2pm at the clubhouse.

All players are encouragd to attend.

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Gippsland Water Web Site - www.gippswater.com.au (under TENDERS) - at no cost.

An electronic copy of the Tender shall be submitted (one consolidated PDF file preferred) with Tenders endorsed “GW509 – (Tenderer Company Name)” (maximum file name length 50 characters), to be lodged in the electronic tender box at Tenders.Net no later than 4.00 PM (AEDT) Thursday, 5 November 2020.

The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.All queries should be directed to the Responsible Officer Tim Davine on 0476 001 142 or at tim.davine@gippswater.com.au.

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WANTED HORSES Gippsland

FR2938

Ph. Dave 0418 202 202

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

Photographs Photographs for Death and In Memoriam notices will cost according to the space they use.

Please email high resolution images to classifieds@gippslandtimes.com.au as we cannot accept photos on a memory stick.

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

Lost and found All ‘found’ advertisements are published free.

Simply provide the details of your find for publication. ‘Lost’ advertisements are paid.

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Construction of Anzac Street Bridge Water Main Replacement

DAIRY SALE

An established regular market for all classes of dairy cattle held on the 1st and 3rd Friday in every month

FRIDAY October 16, at 11am

A/c A.R. Warner (1st Stage Dispersal) 30 Holstein cows calved from 11th August onwards (some cows close springing) 20 Holstein cows autumn calved and rejoined to A.I. Spark for same calving (To be preg tested prior to sale) A.I. Sires inc. Outside, Jeeves, Berryhill, Medallion, Olympic, Ice Etc Majority 2nd-4th calvers being of medium to large frame and in very good condition.

Only being offered due to part of property being sold.

Full breeding and production details available prior to sale.

A/c J.T Gaudion 25 Unjoined Holstein and Holstein X Heifers 12-18 months A/c Breeder 7 Unjoined Holstein X Heifers 16 months A/c Various vendors 50 In milk and springing cows and heifers

Annual Report 2019/20

Terry Ahearn Mob. 0438 562 816 Neil Darby Mob. 0418 595 265

5941 0299

This is a Lump Sum Contract, in the form of AS 4000-1997 (as amended) General Conditions of Contract, for the provision of all labour and material, and site preparation works necessary for the Construction of the Anzac Street Bridge Water Main Replacement.

The Works include removal of existing water main and pipe supports including disposal, installation of new pipe supports and DN300 MSCL pipe over VicTrack rail line, tie in and commissioning of new main.

Wellington Shire Council will be considering its Annual Report 2019/20 at the Council Meeting on Tuesday 20 October 2020, in accordance with transitional arrangements between Section 134 of the Local Government Act 1989 and Section 100 of the Local Government Act 2020.

Members of the public are invited to view the live streaming of the Council meeting, where the Annual Report will be discussed.

The meeting will commence at 6.00pm, and can be viewed by following the links in the Watch Live: Meeting Broadcast section at https://www.wellington.vic.gov.au/category/ council-meetings.

Further entries invited Following Dairy Sale November 6th

5623 4744

CONTRACT: GW504

WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL

Darryl Adams Mob. 0408 385 872 Michael Robertson Mob. 0429 104 467

A copy of the Annual Report, including the Financial Statements, Report of Operations and the Performance Statement for the year ended 30 June 2020 (including a copy of the report of the Auditor General under Section 9 of the Audit Act 1994), will be available on Council’s website www.wellington.vic.gov.au from 13 October as part of the Council’s meeting Agenda https://www.wellington.vic.gov. au/pages/meeting-minutes-and-agendas

Personals

Country Romance!

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A country lady who is seeking a like-minded country gentleman. She has silky blonde hair and blue eyes.

She is a home loving lady and also enjoys cooking, travelling, swimming, gardening and the great outdoors.

To meet please call and quote code 49 1800 261 848 or 0488 200 554 www.countrycompanionship.com.au

Due to Covid-19, a remote tender Information session will be via Microsoft Teams at 10:00am,Tuesday 13 October 2020.To request the information session login details, please email the responsible officer listed below.

A copy of the specification may be obtained from: 1. Gippsland Water Web Site - www.gippswater.com.au (under TENDERS) - at no cost; or 2. Gippsland Water Office, Hazelwood Road Traralgon, at a cost of $66.00 (includes GST).

An electronic copy of the Tender shall be submitted as one zip archive file containing: WSC_4354

Maffra Newsagency Heyfield Newsagency Stratford Newsagency Newry Store

Warragul Bi-Monthly

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More options for placing classifieds in person

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• one consolidated PDF file • one separate “Schedule B – Main Elements of the Lump Sum” in Microsoft Excel format with Tenders endorsed “GW504 – (Tenderer Company Name)” (maximum file name length 50 characters), to be lodged in the electronic tender box at Tenders.Net no later than 4.00 PM (AEDT) Thursday, 05 November 2020.

The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.All queries should be directed to Responsible Officer, Braeton Pearson, on 03 5177 4660 or 0438 653 443, or at braeton.pearson@gippswater.com.au

FR2939

Sale Netball Association is seeking applications for coaches for their Representative and Development teams for season 2021.

Age groups are: 11/U, 13/U, 15/U. Please email your applications through to: salenetball@gmail.com.au Applications close October 31,2020.

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CCTV / Alarm / Security Technician

About Us Join Gippsland company, Powered Solutions. We specialize in technology services for the Gippsland region and are looking for a Technician to join our team.

We are looking for a Security / Low Voltage Technician who will bring their experience to a company that values your knowledge and appreciates your integrity, if you are early into your security career (or super keen to get started) we will be able to provide training and support.

Your new role ● Installation and maintenance of all aspects of Security Systems – CCTV – Alarm – Access Control – Integration ● Data cabling installation ● Assistance with as-built documentation ● Liaising directly with our clients About You ● Experience within the customer service industry or any customer-facing roles ● Ability to work unsupervised ● Proven ability to confidentially navigate within computer Software ● Ability to learn new software ● Proven ability to work within fast-paced environments ● Clear Communicator with an excellent phone manner What We Offer ● A full-time role, hours to be negotiated in our Sale Office ● Rates to be decided depending on skill and experience level ● Positive and friendly work environment ● Training provided by experienced staff How to apply We are excited to receive your application – when you do so, please ensure you attach a brief cover letter, along with a most recent copy of your CV to office@poweredsolutions.com.au

HIPPY Coordinator Part-Time Max Term to 31 Dec 2021 (potential to extend) Bairnsdale location Leading community services organisation Salary packaging, and competitive sector remuneration The HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters) program engages families and children aged 4 and 5 years in early childhood literacy and school readiness. It is an early childhood enrichment program which focuses in working with isolated and disadvantaged communities. The position has day to day responsibility for the delivery of HIPPY for families in East Gippsland and support of the HIPPY Tutors.

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Learn more For more info and contact details, visit https://careers.unitingvictas.org.au/en/li sting/ Interested?

If this sounds like you, apply today: Cover Letter (1 page outlining your suitability for the position) Current Resume (no more than 3 pages) Address the Core Selection criteria

Office All Rounder/ Customer Service

Position closes: Wed 14 Oct 2020

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WELLINGTON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTRACT NO 2021-014

Gormandale Stradbroke Road Safety Upgrade Works

Wellington Shire Council invites suitable civil contractors to tender for the safety improvement works on the Gormandale-Stradbroke Road, between the Hyland Highway and Willung Road.

Practical completion date: 26 March 2021.

All tenderers must register with Council and obtain the tender documents, which are available from the eProcure website.

All tender submissions must be lodged electronically through the eProcure portal no later than 2.00pm Thursday 5 November 2020.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Late or hard copy tenders will not be accepted.

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Website: www.eprocure.com.au/wellingtonshirecouncil Email: harold.johnston@wellington.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Harold Johnston on (03) 5142 3096

About Us Join Gippsland company, Powered Solutions. We specialize in electrical and technology services for the Gippsland region and are looking for a Customer Service/Office All Rounder to join our team.

We are looking for a tech-savvy and enthusiastic individual that has a passion for Customer service and technology to fill this First Level Technical/ Office role.

Your new role ● Responsible for answering and documenting Customer calls, and forwarding as appropriate ● Report and Resolve 1st level IT issues ● Attend client sites when required ● Manage Customer expectations and requirements to achieve the best outcome ● Provide exceptional support to our electricians, IT consultants and managers ● Accepting and checking goods inwards, and checking, collating and recording stock heading out About You ● Experience within the customer service industry or any customer-facing roles ● Ability to work unsupervised ● Proven ability to confidentially navigate within computer Software ● Ability to learn new software ● Proven ability to work within fast-paced environments ● Clear Communicator with an excellent phone manner What We Offer ● A full-time role, hours to be negotiated in our Sale Office ● Rates to be decided depending on skill and experience level ● Utilizing your awesome customer service abilities, you will help guide customers to find solutions to any issues ● On the job training How to apply We are excited to receive your application – when you do so, please ensure you attach a brief cover letter, along with a most recent copy of your CV to office@poweredsolutions.com.au

Receptionist/Secretary

Heyfield IGA are looking for a fully qualified Butcher to join our busy in-store meat room.

Our meat room is proud of the products it produces and the cuts of meat that we offer our customers. We are seeking a butcher to compliment the staff we have.

Our meat room currently has six staff employed and operated 7 days a week. The person we are looking for needs to be flexible in their working hours.

If you are a fully qualified Butcher and you're looking for a position in Heyfield, please send your resume to Colleen either via email igaheyfield@hotmail.com or post to 18-22 George Street, Heyfield, 3858.

Applications close on Monday October 12, 2020.

Is required full time for 8 months to cover parental leave. Training will be provided on the job so this would be a good opportunity for a school leaver looking to gain experience or someone looking to change careers.

The overlap period will begin in November.

We are dental specialists and we work weekly in Sale, Traralgon and Bairnsdale, so you will need a vehicle and current driver’s licence. Remuneration will be negotiated according to qualifications and experience and previous experience in the dental profession is not required.

To apply please email your resume with a covering letter addressing why you would like this job to bhookey1@hookey.com.au Closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday October 7, 2020.

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TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT Are you looking for a career that will allow you to work and study, whilst providing you with a growing income, in excellent working conditions with learning challenges and a defined career path?

Local Accounting and Business Services firm Pund & Associates are seeking a "Trainee Accountant" for our Maffra office.

Applicants will need to be completing VCE in 2020 and be prepared to study part time at University whilst working part time.

If you are interested in a career in accounting/taxation/business services, are self motivated and enjoy working in a team environment, we want to you to apply.

Please forward your resume along with a letter of application to: kellie@pundandassociates.com.au Applications close on Friday, October 9, 2020.

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Redd Catt Cafe is seeking EOI for a:

Machine Operator / Directional Driller

Qualified Chef or Apprentice Chef

To join the team following the easing of Covid restrictions. This is an ideal opportunity whether you're fully qualified or wanting to get into the industry you love. We are looking for someone to help deliver our unique brand and become a valued member of the team.

Please e-mail your resume to info@reddcatt.net.au

NOW HIRING McDonalds, Sale

We are looking for highly motivated team members, who love to keep busy, with a passion for cleanliness, an understanding of commitment and who are extremely reliable.

McDonald's Sale have positions available in our overnight time slot and are looking for mature, loyal, dedicated employees, who thrive in a very fast paced environment and are willing to go that extra mile for their customer and team. The role is physical in nature, so a hands-on approach, meeting deadlines, combined with a high standard of cleanliness is a priority.

Our shifts are starting from 10pm-6am as well as offering 10pm-2am, so being flexible and available five out of seven days is required for the right, reliable persons.

Career opportunities within the business include, possible progression to our Management development training program, for the right candidate.

If this sounds like the position for you and you have a positive attitude, hardworking spirit, are a team player with a huge emphasis on cleanliness and a willingness to do whatever it takes, please go onto the McDonalds website: apply.mcdonalds.com.au marking availability as 10pm-6am only.

Don't be shy please tell us how it would be our loss for not employing you.

Salon/Barber Hairdresser

We are looking for a part time hairdresser with good skills in men’s services as well as basic salon services.

Part time hours would consist of 3 days a week during school hours, no weekends with 4 weeks off at Christmas with the possibility to increase hours in the future.

This position would suit a person wanting to return to the industry with further training being provided. You will need to have a strong desire to please, able to work efficiently and independently.

Email your resume to noomic72@gmail.com or contact Naomi on 0414 424 610.

ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT PERMANENT PART TIME

Bedggoods Transport Maffra is seeking a dependable and efficient person to join their team as a permanent part time administration assistant.

This position is initially for 2 days per week.

However, there may be a requirement to work extra days from time to time and to cover staff annual leave.

The successful applicant must have the ability to multitask and prioritise workload.

Myob accounting programme experience an advantage but not essential.

Please email resume to vicki@bedggoodstransport.com.au

Laser Plumbing are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Machine Operator to join our growing Civil Construction team in the Gippsland region. This is a full time, permanent position, based in Sale, Traralgon and Bairnsdale, The key responsibilities for this role are: ● Work independently or as part of a team to deliver civil work and projects in a timely manner, considering Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental and cost efficient processes. ● Perform any and all manual tasks to meet the scope of works. Tasks may include, but are not limited to; pipe laying, setting levels, building pits, shovelling, labouring, concreting, painting etc. ● Operate any and all Company vehicles, trucks, machinery, plant and equipment within your skill level and license qualifications. ● Read and interpret technical documents including plans and drawings.

About you: To be successful in this role ideally you will have: ● Qualifications in operating plant and machinery. ● Directional drilling experience preferred ● VESI passport training is highly desirable ● Experience operating multiple items of plant, machinery and equipment. ● Knowledge and experience in the civil/ construction industry.

If you believe you have what we are looking for in this role, please apply now by either contacting Laser Plumbing on (03) 5143 2666; or email your cover letter and resume to sale@laserplumbing.com.au

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Long Distance HC Driver and an MC Driver

Bonaccord Freightlines is currently seeking both experienced HC drivers and an MC driver to join our team for our Long Distance Operation. The MC driver position is for a Melbourne run only. The positions will be offered on a fulltime basis and there will be some weekend work involved to service our 7 day a week business.

The candidates we are looking for will have: ● A HC or MC licence with a minimum of 2 years heavy vehicle driving experience ● Must be over 23 yrs due to insurance purposes ● Professional driving attitude and driving record ● Previous refrigerated transport experience, is desirable but not essential ● A commitment to workplace health and safety is essential To be successful for this role applicants must: ● Pass a company medical including drug and alcohol test ● A flexibility to work weekends and public holidays is a must ● Be well presented, professional and reliable ● Have attention to detail ● Be able to provide exceptional customer service to our blue chip customers We have a well maintained and modern fleet, and if you take pride in your work and are looking for stable long term employment we encourage you to apply for this role.

To apply send resumes with work referees directly to freightlines@bonaccord.net For further details please contact our office on 03 5157 1325 during office hours Applications close COB 9th October 2020.

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COACHMAN Amara 14', full off-grid capability, toilet, shower, gas and elec. heating and water, tow with small car $22,000 o.n.o. 0412 568 478.

Phone Sam 0488 471 163

JEEP Grand Cherokee Limited, auto, good condition, top of the range, good tyres, 6 mths reg, 15M-5DV, $2250 o.b.o.

Phone 0438 641 000.

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Older caravans, any condition, make or size.

Please call 0490 044 717 any time.

WINDSOR Rapid pop-top 2005, sleeps 2, as new awning, chequer front plate, easy tow van, dble bed, 14ft bed in, 18ft bed out $16,000. 5127 8010.

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GALAXY 17' van, 5.47m L x 2.3m W, full annexe w/front verandah and side curtain, TV, water filters and hoses, ext. gas stove and table, HR tow sys., many more extras, always 2006, turbo diesel, undercover, e.c. first to 118,000kms, UEV704, see will buy, $23,990 1985 Marksply Cruiser $7,200. Phone 5143 2996 o.n.o. Ph 0418 515 561.

7.32m, 1996 Mazda T4000 120hp inboard, includes trailer. New Lowrance, Motorcycles marine radio/CD radio, shower, toilet, cooking and sleeping area, new trailer/ boat winch, 2 new batt's.

Currently parked at Lakes JAYCO Heritage Caravan Entrance $22,000 o.n.o.

ME bike, 48v electric, no 2005, 21 foot, full annexe, Mick 0418 572 219. reg. or licence required, solar panels, very good new batteries, v.g.c. $700. condition, genuine reason Phone 5127 8010. for selling $35,000. Phone Machinery 0417 545 735.

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mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, rubbish removal, any odd jobs. $24 p/hr.

Phone 0418 420 395.

Chris Owens Plastering.

Experienced plasterer available for new houses, extensions, renovations, sagging ceilings, water damage, patching. No job too small.

Qualified trades-man with 25 years experience. Prompt, reliable, professional service.

Ph. Chris 0460 813 299.

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BAILEY, Robert 'Beetle' 2/11/1951 - 30/9/2020 1976 what a year!

Me, a 17 year old kid you drove me to the weir for training and all over Victoria.

From the Iceberger to Eppalock, Boga to Bethanga. Even the Bridge to Bridge in Sydney. With Max and me and you and O.B. out the back, we hurtled around lakes at 80+mph.

What a fantastic time!

74 Marine 'Contract' Ski Race team.

RIP mate Sympathy to Marg and family.

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BAILEY, Robert.

Passed away September 30, 2020, aged 68 years.

Loved brother of Joanne and Joe, Peter and Richard.

Uncle of Ben and Chris.

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BAILEY, Robert.

(Ballina, formerly of Sale).

2/11/1951 - 30/9/2020 Passed away peacefully at Lismore Hospital.

Deepest sympathy to Margaret, Simon, Janet, Sharlene, Josh and families.

Loved brother of Elizabeth, brother-in-law Robert and uncle of Melissa, Sam and Stuart, and families.

"You battled hard Rob and we hope you are at rest now."

Will be sadly missed.

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BATES (nee Tucker), Eileen Lorna.

Passed away peacefully at the Maffra Hospital surrounded by her family on September 28, 2020.

Aged 94 years.

Dearly loved wife of Arch (dec.).

Loving mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Yve, Rod and Heather, Kerrie and Kevin.

Loved grandmother of 11 grandchildren and their partners.

Great grandmother of 25 and great great grandmother of six.

Forever in our hearts.

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MAGUIRE (nee Redmond), Noelle Kathleen.

12/04/1933 - 29/09/2020 Died peacefully at Opal Aged Care, Sale.

Loved wife of Allan (dec.).

Loving mother of Rod and Second eldest of five.

Loyal friend to many.

Heather.

Ever remembered Special Nan Eileen to Brooke, Cathy, Lee, Rodney, Abby, Corry and Noelle, You have started your their partners.

Nanny Eileen to 17 great final journey pain free. grandchildren and six My days empty without great great grandchildren. you. We shared many a journey. You honoured Will always be me by accepting my remembered. family as yours.

Old friends are like Our beautiful Ma, If roses grow in Heaven, diamonds, precious and Lord please pick a bunch rare.

Friend to Lesia for 53 for us, Place them in my mother's years. Also special to arms and tell her they're Sharon and Craig.

Ever remembered from us, Tell her we love her and miss her and when she I had a wonderful godmother, one who turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her never really grew old; cheek and hold her for a Her smile was made of sunshine, and her heart while.

Because remembering was solid gold; Her eyes were as bright her is easy, we do it every as shining stars, and in day!

But there's an ache within her cheeks fair roses you our hearts that will never could see.

I had a wonderful go away.

Love always, your godmother, and that's the daughter Kerrie and son- way it will always be.

Love always, Sharon and in-law Kevin.

Paul.

Our beautiful Other Nan, Our lives go on without Died September 29, 2020. wife and you, but nothing is the Wonderful companion of Allan same, Maguire in his later years.

We have to hide our heartache when someone Much loved friend of Allan's daughters Leona speaks your name, Sad are the hearts that and Meryl (dec.) and their and grandlove you, silent are the children children. tears that fall, Living without you is the Respected by Maguire families in Melbourne, hardest part of all.

You did so many things Sydney, Lakes Entrance for us, your heart was so and Stratford.

Rest in Peace kind and true, And when we needed Remembering very fondly someone, we could us sharing, great times, always count on you, The special years will not good friends and travel return, when we are all with our generous and understanding special together, But with the love in our friend. hearts you walk with us Rest peacefully Noelle.

Love from Marg and Trish. forever.

Thank you for loving us BORRETT, Lionel Guy. like your own.

Forever in our hearts, Of Loch Sport.

Heidi and Kane, Isla and 14/10/1928 - 2/10/2020 Much loved husband and Sonny. soulmate of 72 years to Pat. Other Nan, We miss you dearly Loving father of Valerie, already. Thank you for Alison, Lesley, Deirdre, everything you have done Christine and Kathryn. for us. We will cherish and Loving father-in-law and hold onto our beautiful friend to Colin, John, memories of you tighter Richard and Tony. than I can hold your Adored grandfather of Jackson, Matthew, Emily, Vegemite jar.

Love Ryan, Rachel, Chani, Alia, Rhianna, Hannah, Ciaran, Keely, Emma and Josh.

Rory, Zoe and Devon and great grandfather to five.

BATES, Eileen.

A beautiful, big Loved sister-in-law, auntie personality, larger than and great friend of Ray life, he will be dearly and Barbara and family. missed by all.

Rest peacefully. â&#x2122;Ľ â&#x2122;Ľ â&#x2122;Ľ â&#x2122;Ľ BATES, Eileen.

Passed away peacefully September 28, 2020.

Deepest sympathy to all the family.

Love, Lorna, Jack (dec.), Ken, Linda, Irene (dec.), Richard, Sandra, Keith, Rhonda, Stephen and families.

Loving memories

COOPER, Kevin Francis.

Formerly of Sale.

Passed away peacefully at Sherbrook Aged Care, Upper Ferntree Gully, on September 30, 2020, aged 76 years.

Loved son of Alice and Reg Cooper (both dec.).

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Helen and Eric (dec.), Bill (dec.) and Mary, John and Therese, Denise and Gordon (both dec.), and Catherine and Lindsay.

Rest in peace COOPER, Kevin Francis.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Matthew (dec.), Sally and Malcolm, Michael, and David.

Grandpa to Danae, Lillian, Jasmine, Mason, Bailey and Stephanie.

Forever in our hearts

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DICKINSON, Jayne.

Briagolong and District Pony Club would like to offer their sincere condolences to the Dickinson family on the passing of Jayne, a valued and respected past member of the club.

GARVEY (nee Collard), Wilma Jean.

Passed away peacefully at Sale on September 30, 2020, aged 67.

Mother of Debbie, Sean, Shane and Lisa.

Sister to John (dec.), Margaret, Bertie (dec.), Mary (dec.), Ida, Jimmy (dec.), Phillip, Donald and Joy. Rest in Peace KLEEVEN, Gerald.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday October 2, 2020.

Loved and loving husband of Rose.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Karen and Doug, Darren and Shelley, Tracy and Geoff, Anthony, Paul and Anna, Glenn, and Shaun and Michelle.

Loved Pa of Daniel, Robert, Steven, Clare, Madisson, Chelsea, Bailey, Riley, Brittany, Courtney, Mitchell, Lara, Luca, Elise, Hannah, Jacob, Ella and Caleb.

Rest In Peace WEIR, Donald James (Don).

22/4/1927 - 29/9/2020 Passed away peacefully at Royal Freemasons Aged Care, Moe. Dearly beloved and devoted husband of Avis (dec.).

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WEIR, Don. With deepest sympathy on the loss of my friend.

Lots of good times shared with you. Resting with your beloved Avis.

- Gavin and Val (dec.)

Whelan.

WEIR, Donald James.

Passed away peacefully on September 29, 2020.

Loved brother of Errol and brother-in-law of Gwen (both dec.).

Caring uncle of Cynthia Robinson and Suzanne Crawford and their families.

Rest in Peace

REEVES, Lindsay Allan.

(Suddenly) on September 28, 2020, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of Mary.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Kim and Greg, Shane, Peter and Wendy.

Much loved Poppy to Samantha, Fiona, Charlotte and Samuel.

Great grandfather to Leo. Forever loved and never forgotten.

R.I.P. /c Your life's journey has now completed.

I will always miss your wicked sense of humour, jokes and cheeky ditties.

"Don't you forget it, I will always love you forever."

Love Mares xoxoxo

A loved uncle to all his nieces, nephews and their Dad you meant so much families. to us, Now reunited with Avis And loved by all you who he missed so much.. knew, Who left behind a trail of tears, "Go Cats" And precious memories too.

WEIR, Donald James.

"Dongie" Loving husband of Avis We loved the sunshine in your smile, (Adie).

Loved son-in-law of May And kindness in your and Robert Linaker (both heart, For you were someone dec.).

Fond brother-in-law of wonderful, Leonard and Greta (both And words just can't dec.), Liz and Don Little, convey, Buck and Kay Linaker, How much we wish that Ruby and Bob Black (both you were here, Once more with us today. dec,).

Loving uncle to all his Always our loving Dad, nieces and nephews.

Forever in our hearts.

Forever in our hearts.

Love Kim and Greg.

WEIR, Donald James.

My father was a man who "Dongie" Loved brother-in-law of had smiles to brighten Kay and Buck Linaker. your days, Uncle to Clinton, Jan, Who always made you feel good with his warm David, Deb and families.

Today, tomorrow our words of praise. whole lives through, we And what's more he knew will always remember you. what to do to make Reunited with Avis (Adie). wishes come true, He was my father.

My father was someone who always had good WEIR, Don. stories to tell, Passed away 29/9/2020 The time has come to say But just as importantly he goodbye to a long term knew how to be a good and much respected listener as well. family friend - a man who He was patient and kind has holidayed with us, and the very best friend offered encouragement you could ever hope to and support like we were find. one of his own through to He was no ordinary man. the end - now resting with And I'm proud to tell the world that he was my much adored Adie.

Your laughter, happy go father. lucky lifestyle and jokes Rest in peace Dad. "Thanks mate". will be sorely missed.

We recognise your true Your son Shane. professionalism in the funeral industry and your contribution to many families in the Maffra area.

RIP Don - Kevin and Kathy, Colin, Terry, David and Carmel McQuillen; Maryanne and Graeme Fitt and our families.

WEIR, Don. 22/4/1927 - 29/9/2020 Special thoughts are with you dear Don. You were always a wonderful friend to our family and you'll be sadly missed.

Gone to join your Avis.

Rest in peace.

- Betty O'Farrell and family.

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REEVES, Lindsay Allan.

I know we are all feeling a little bit sad, That we've lost our Poppy, our best friend, and our Dad. But Dad would want us to know he's in a good place, And that he's watching us all with a smile on his face.

"Bloody hell" we made him so proud, as proud as can be, That he has raised such a beautiful and special family.

Thinking back now, I really must say, I feel lucky and privileged to have known Dad each "Doolittle" day.

In our lives, you have always played a special "Nah I'm half left" kind of part.

The memories I will treasure and keep close to my heart.

For me, I am glad my family he got to meet.

"Mary had a little lamb," be grateful, his life is now complete.

To each one of us he has loved and cared, As a family, we are thankful for the good times we shared.

As the "girl said to the sailor", we will always be together, Part of him, will live on, in each one of us forever.

"Slow down and take your time" when looking to the night time sky, As that will be Dad looking down on us, still eating his lunchtime pie.

"It takes one to know one" that Shane has shut the gate, For everything you have done, we say "Thanks mate".

"Watch them bloody roos", it was time you had to go, We want you to know, we'll always miss you and love you so.

Don't worry Dad, we will look after your wife, "Who was the cause of all your strife."

Rest in peace Dad. Always in our hearts.

Peter and Wendy.

You've always had a special place, Deep within our hearts, Forever there it will remain, Whether we are near or far apart.

You've always been a favourite, To everyone you know.

You've always made us happy, Even when we were feeling low.

The kind of advice you gave us, Will never be replaced.

Nothing else can ever compare, When we saw your smiling face.

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ASHLEY, Stella.

I would like to sincerely thank everyone for the beautiful flowers, cards, phone calls and visits on the passing of our sister/mother. To Father Peter for his beautiful service. To Pal and Brad Semmens for their care and compassion and to the Heyfield Doctors and Nurses for their wonderful care of Stella.

Please accept our sincere gratitude and personal thanks.

WEIR In accordance with his - Crea and Ashley wishes, a p r i v a t e families. cremation WAS HELD for BORRETT Mr Donald James (Don) Due to Covid restrictions, Weir. a private funeral service for Mr Lionel Guy Borrett O'CONNOR, will be held at the Gerald Patrick.

Gippsland Memorial Park Passed away September Crematorium Chapel on 9, 2020.

THURSDAY (October 8, The O'Connor family 2020) commencing at would like to thank the 2pm.

Stratford Community for Please visit our website the kindness shown to for the live stream of In Memoriam Gerald (Gerry) and for the Lionel's service. care provided to him during 2020 when his KILLEEN, Peter. health was declining.

Ever since you went We are grateful to the away, members of the staff of You've been with us every The Segue Community day.

Hub for the hospitality, Although 10 years have c o m p a n i o n s h i p and passed, friendship shown to Our memories will always Gerald over many years last. and for their thoughtful FURLONG. From all your family. messages of condolence.

A private funeral service In particular, we would like for Mr Colin James SHINGLES, to thank Beth Ripper and Furlong of Tarraville Climate (Mick).

Gavin Roberts and 19/9/1936 - 8/10/2014 WAS HELD on Monday, members of his family for Looking forward, looking their extraordinary generSeptember 28, 2020. back, you have come a osity and unstinting use of long way in life. You were their time in packing up, a son, brother, uncle, dispersing and disposing husband to Judy, father to of Gerald's belongings.

Wendy, Vicky, Brian, This was country big Gaile, a grandfather and heartedness at its very great grandfather. best and gave great We will never forget you. solace to the O'Connor family.

Birthday GARVEY. A private funeral service Memoriam WAS HELD for Mrs Wilma PRITCHETT, Jean Garvey.

John Thomas.

TAYLOR, Florence.

Remembering you on Thank you to the staff at your 30th birthday.

Ashleigh House for the Love Nan and Pop. care Flo received during her time with you.

Thank you to Doctor Sundermann for her care to Flo over the years.

A big thank you to Scott and Warren at Gippsland KLEEVEN. Funeral Services for their Due to COVID-19 support. restrictions the funeral Thank you to Rachel and service of Mr Gerald Renee for their caring Kleeven will be a private words and thank you for funeral by invitation only. the cards, phone calls and A service to celebrate flowers we received.

Gerald's life will be live Thank you all. streamed from Latrobe - The Taylor family.

Valley Funeral Services Chapel in Traralgon on THURSDAY (October 8, 2020) commencing at 11am.

Please visit latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au go to funeral notices and click on Gerald's notice FUNERAL DIRECTORS for further instructions.

We offer care, compassion and service with dignity, for the people of Gippsland Caring and personal 24-hour service Chapel facilities available.

BATES (nee Tucker) A private funeral service for Mrs Eileen Lorna Bates will be held at our chapel TODAY (Tuesday October 6, 2020), commencing at 1pm.

Please visit our website for the live stream of Eileen's service.

REEVES, Lindsay Allan.

A private service due to Covid 19 regulations however a webcast of the service will take place at 2pm on THURSDAY (October 8, 2020).

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We want you to know we love you, And you mean the world to us.

Forever in our thoughts, hearts and lives.

"We'll see you when we're looking at you."

Love Sam, Fiona, Tom MAGUIRE (nee Redmond) and Leo. A private family service for Mrs Noelle Kathleen Dear Poppy, Thank you for taking us Maguire will be held at on fun little adventures to Delbridge Funeral Chapel, learn about the history of Sale at 11am on FRIDAY our family and the local (October 9, 2020). area. Your stories were very funny and inform- Please see our website ative. One of our favourite for Livestream details. things about you was your kind heart and your little rhymes and ditties. We will miss you and your little songs.

Lots of love, Charlotte and Samuel xx OUSLEY. A private funeral service for Mr Robert Charles Ousley of Foster WAS HELD on Tuesday, September 29, 2020.

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Gld Goannas back in action

AFTER several weeks without practice during lockdown, the Gippsland Goannas veterans cricket club is returning to action.

Training for all Goannas, which now includes a good group of over 50s, has resumed on Wednesday evenings from 4.45pm at the Glengarry nets, with sessions also occurring at weekends.

On Saturday, some of the veterans from the Iona over 60s joined the Goannas in a practice match in warm and windy conditions at Sale Oval.

Several of the Goannas over 50s teamed with the Iona group to play against the Goannas over 60s.

The batsmen were restricted to facing 30 balls in the 35 overs per side match.

The senior Goannas’ innings lasted 34 overs, with all 11 having a bat, and a score of 6-108.

Because of COVID rules, there were no drinks or afternoon teas to be supplied, so players had to take their own lunches.

Iona finished with 6-104 after 30 overs. Ian Gibson, behind the stumps, snared three victims, showing he is getting better with age, deserving his selection in the national over 70 team.

The Goannas will this season field teams in the over 50s, 60s and the new 70s competitions.

The Goannas’ annual meeting will take place after the October 14 training, with all interested people asked to attend.

For more information, phone Ian Gibson on 0427 376 776.

SADSACs back in the saddle

SADSACS rides have returned, with Tuesday mountain bike rides leaving the Port of Sale at 9.30am and road bike rides from the Port Thursdays at 9.30am.

This Sunday, the SADSACs will ride from Lindenow at 10am to have lunch at Annie's Cottage. The club is hoping for a large number of riders, as the proceeds of the day will be donated to Annie’s Cottage, which provides accommodation for families with children who have life-threatening illnesses.

On the links Sale

September 29, women's stableford: H Wood 40, runner-up K Bedggood 39; DTL: M Johns 34, P Schaper 33, H Claffey 33; NTP: 6th S McDonald, 11th (second shot) V Horton, 14th M Johns.

September 30, men's par: A grade: T Graham +4, runner-up D Wheeler +2; B grade: I Doggett +2, runner-up P McIntyre +2cb; DTL: J Wake +2, F Johns +2, G Schaper +1, W Morris +1, R Donaldson square, R Burns square, R Smalley square, L Harper square, T McAdam square, S Faux -1, C French -1, I Glover -1, B Hudson -1, D Shaw -1; NTP: 3rd L Harper, 6th C Dunstan, 11th D Wheeler, 14th D Wheeler.

October 3, men's stroke championship, round three: A grade: D Shaw 71cb, runner-up C Turner 71; B grade: G Thomson 72cb, runner-up I Doggett 72; C grade: D Benson 70, runner-up P Hulland 71; DTL: I Glover 72, J Collins 73, J Pollard 73, T McAdam 73, T Gillett 73, D Wheeler 74, J Bailey 74, J Simic 74, K McDonald 74, S McDonald 74, B Cashman 74, M Krusic 74, P McIntyre 74; NTP: 11th B Cashman; hole-in-one: 3rd K Stammers; women's: P Schaper 76, runner-up T Potter 81.

October 4, men's stroke championship, fourth round: R Donaldson 69, runner-up R Walker 72; DTL: A Taylor 74, J Simic 74, G Callinan 74, G Angel 75, P Cousin 75, J Hunt 76, J Henderson 76, A Tatterson 76, P Neligan 77, A Cashman 77, C Rintoul 77; NTP: 6th R Donaldson, 11th H Savage; overall: A grade: gross R Donaldson 309, net R Walker 291; B grade: gross P Neligan 347, net N Maxfield 296; C grade: gross J Todd 364, net J Todd 272; RSL Cup: J Todd 272.

Maffra

September 29, women's 4BBB stableford championship, round one: winners H Noble-S Burnett 46cb, runners-up R Hall-P Gargan 46cb; DTL: E Noble-K Barbour 46, M Killeen-D Lanigan 45, R Noble-K Kemp 45; NTP: 2nd N Pratt, 7th L Noble, 16th K Barbour.

October 1, women's 4BBB stableford: winners N Pratt-S Horsford 43, runners-up H Noble-S Burnett 42cb; DTL: J Vardy-V McConnell 42, M Bates-M Day 42, L Noble-K Barbour 41; NTP: 2nd N Pratt, 7th C Cameron, 12th J Vardy, 16th C Lovi; overall: winners H Noble-S Burnett 88, runners-up L Noble-K Barbour 87.

Heyfield

October, 3, lefties v righties men’s stableford: Lefties 32 d Righties 25; A grade: G McInnes 37, runner-up K Evelyn 34; B grade: D Burton 39, runner-up D McDonald 34cb; DTL: B Tippet 34, J Turner 33, J Hosford 33, J Morgan 32,C Laverty 31, K Gell 31; NTP: 3rd C Laverty, 11th K Gell, 18th A Behan.

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October 3, men’s stableford: A grade: G Smith 35, B grade: G Smyth 37cb; DTL: R Toma 37, R McGregor 35, C Arscott 31; NTP: 3rd N Dilger, 6th G Shingles; women’s: M Bates 40, DTL: L Higgins 36, J McNamara 33cb; NTP: 6th C Cameron, 14th C Cameron.

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McMahon wins at The Meadows David Braithwaite

AFTER leaving the previous weekend’s Sale greyhound meeting with three winners, the McMahon kennel at Darriman had three more victories at The Meadows in Melbourne on Thursday.

Dr Tucker, trained by Bill McMahon, never looked beaten in winning a 525 metre mixed grade four and five by almost six lengths. Coming off a win at The Meadows the previous weekend, Dr Tucker notched up a fifth win from eight starts.

Coming off a win in Sale, Sweet Demi, trained by Bill, won a 525m grade five, with Earn The Answers finishing third for Nambrok trainer Lyn Smith.

Tansy, trained by Judy McMahon, won the 525 metre grade five.

Following back-to-back second placings at Sale, Dr Madison, trained by Bill, was again runner-up in a 525m grade seven.

Bill’s Dr Mumma finished second in a 525m restricted win race, with kennel mate Carrie third for Jenny Gill.

Tippa finished third in a 525m grade five for Maffra trainer Des Douch.

Kilmany trainer Jessica Spoljaric had two winners over 400m at Warragul on Thursday night. Thunder Spolly produced a strong finish to win a grade seven, while Who’s Spolly won a grade six.

Prize Diamond, trained at Heyfield

by Susan Northway, won a 400m grade seven, while Go Nera, after finishing second in his previous four starts, won a 460m restricted win race for Leanne Burke at Alberton West.

Hazardous Rumour won a 400m maiden for Stratford trainer Georga Grey, six lengths clear of Bomber’s Smokey, trained by Geoff Green at Woodside.

Angel Eyes, trained by Carolyn Jones, won a 460m maiden ahead of another dog trained at Rosedale, Mighty Fabio for Owen McGovern.

AT Warragul on Friday night, Throw Caution, trained by Lyn Smith at Nambrok, won a 400m grade seven — a second victory from three runs.

Ha Ha Magoo won a 450m restricted win race for Douch, while Slick Paws, trained by Susan Northway at Heyfield, came from behind to win a 460m grade five.

After two second placings, Got The Torque, trained by Robert Bean at Tinamba, won a 460m grade ahead of William Rose, trained by Sharon-Lee Chignell at Rosedale.

Madalia Champ, trained at Rosedale

by John Connor, won the 460m free for all by six lengths. The dog hasn’t been out of the top three in his past seven starts, including four wins.

FINLAYSTONE, trained by Gary McMillan at Nambrok, won a 300m grade five at Healesville on Friday, while his dogs Another Attempt and Aston Frigate had second and third placings respectively at the meeting.

Olympic memories, two decades on Liam Durkin

Sale rider Gavin Chester competed in two equestrian events at the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

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WITH last Thursday marking 20 years since the end of the Sydney 2000 Olympics, many readers may not know the unique story involving Sale’s own Gavin Chester.

Chester, a well-known figure in local showjumping, competed in two equestrian events at the 2000 games, but experienced a somewhat surreal turn of events to eventually make it onto the biggest stage.

“I was pretty lucky I got to go to the Sydney Olympics,” he told the Gippsland Times last November.

“I actually first got picked for Moscow in 1980 when I was 20, but we didn’t get to go because the government wouldn’t let us (because of the boycott following the Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan). So it took 20 years for me to get the opportunity to go again.”

As his Olympic dream was snatched from his grasp all those years ago, the Sydney Games presented an extraordinary postscript, as Chester competed at the ripe old age of 41, making him one of the oldest competitors on show.

Olympic equestrian events are unique in a way, as the athletes’ path to entry depends mostly on the quality of horse they have at their disposal.

“Getting to the Olympics a lot of things need to line up — you

to have a good horse at the right time and it needs to be sound and healthy and performing well as you do as a rider,” he explained.

“That’s why horses are so expensive, because there are families if they’ve got to pay $5 million for their daughter to go to the Olympics, they’ll do it.

“You know at any given time if you’ve got the right horse and a lot of times throughout the years riders have been capable — they just haven’t had the right horse —so it’s quite brutal in that regard.

“To get picked in an Olympic team you first have to get a certificate of capability and that’s done on a certain course with certain requirements and you have to do it twice to make sure you can’t fluke your way through.

“You have to get a score of zero (scored by not knocking over any hurdles) and then do another one to get your certificate. And you have to get that before your own country is even allowed to pick you.”

Chester is still heavily involved in showjumping and is the current president of the Sale and District Showjumping Club. He also runs a popular training facility in Stratford.

Sale and District Showjumping Club last year hosted the Fe d e r a t i o n E q u e s t r i a n International World Cup qualifier, which had Olympic qualifying events taking place.

MiniRoos kick off tomorrow

WITH COVID wreaking havoc on sport for most of the year, the easing of restrictions has led to Sale United Football Club announcing its MiniRoos Kick Off program will still go ahead for 2020.

Beginning tomorrow, the program will be run at the Sale United grounds on Raglan St Wednesdays from 4.30pm to 5.30pm over 10 weeks.

All boys and girls aged four to nine can learn new skills and the fundamentals of playing soccer while having fun.

The kids will each receive a Miniroos Kick Off pack.

Registrations are still open at www.playfootball.com. au/miniroos-kickoff-finder

For more information, phone Laurel Irvine on 0409 144 757.

Great Chase heats in Sale David Braithwaite

HEATS of the Great Chase series were held during Sunday’s Sale greyhound meeting.

Sale is one of 11 tracks across the state hosting heats, with the semi-finals to be held at The Meadows on Wednesday, October 14, with the grand final at the same track seven days later.

The series has traditionally been a way to raise money for Victoria’s disability sector, but with crowds not allowed at greyhound tracks because of COVID-19 restrictions, community days cannot be held this year.

More than 30 groups which care for people with intellectual or physical disabilities attended the 2019 Great Chase grand final, with those automatically going into the running to draw a greyhound in this year’s event. The eight groups drawn will win a minimum $2000, and the group matched to the winning greyhound will receive $10,000.

Since 2003, the Great Chase has contributed more

than $650,000 to the disability sector.

Heats in Sale were run over 440 metres, with the first won by Disorientated for Nambrok trainer Lyn Smith. Disorientated claimed a third win from five starts in 25.23s, three lengths clear of Kobe, trained by Jenny Gill at Darriman.

Gill tasted success in the second heat, with Carrie, coming off a third placing at The Meadows on Thursday, winning by four lengths in 24.75s.

Dr Knuckles, trained by Bill McMahon at Darriman, won the third heat in 24.78s, four lengths ahead of Rostered Off, trained by Gerard O’Keeffe at Neerim South, who passed McMahon’s Inuka late to grab second place.

Each of the heat winners received $1900, the same prize claimed for Gotham Duke, who won the 440m grade five final.

The dog, trained by Melanie Lithgow at Devon Meadows, took the lead approaching the bend and cleared away in the home straight, winning in 25.56s. Five lengths back was Fernando Bluey,

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trained by Alan Hunter at Pearcedale, with Nicholas Rose third for Jeff Chignell at Rosedale.

After beginning her racing career with two second placings, Aussie Swan (25.21s) won race two, a 440m maiden, for Maffra trainer Donald Hay. Alarm Response, trained by Matt Clark at Briagolong, claimed a second win from three starts by taking out race three, a 440m grade seven, ahead of Swift By Design, trained by Carolyn Jones at Rosedale.

Race four, a 520m event restricted to dogs with one to three wins, was won by Got Girl, trained by Terry Proctor at Alberton West, in 30.16s, half a length clear of Louranda, trained by Darren Watts at Maffra, and Even Keats, trained at Cobains by Ray Floyd.

The meeting began with El Rey Leon winning another 440m maiden for Dominic Crisafi at Tooradin in 25.02s. Rose’s Honey finished second for Jones.

Race five, the 440m grade five Damsels Dash,

was won by Wonder Riri (25.17s) for David Baker at Keysborough, with Annie Rose finishing third for Rosedale trainer Sharon-Lee Chignell.

Daniel Avocado, trained by Jason Sharp at Avalon, won race six, the 440m mixed grade four and five, in 24.67s. In third place was Soda King, trained by Susan Northway at Heyfield.

Matilda Hook (29.9s), trained by Charlie Galea at Hazelwood North, won race eight, the 520m mixed grade four and five, by a neck from Moroka Magic, who finished strongly for Jodie Elston at Sale. Whodat Dare, trained by Davide Fasoli at Heyfield, came third.

Race 12, over 440m and restricted to dogs with two or three wins, was taken out by Agent Piper (25.07s), trained by Todd Chatwin at Johnsonville.

Bangor Lizzy finished second for Clark, and Fernando Bull, trained by Des Douch at Maffra, third.

Greyhound racing will continue at Sale on Thursday night, followed by next Tuesday night.

Tennis

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Because of COVID-19 restrictions, local tennis players have swapped the traditional handshake at the end of matches for quick racquet taps.

Tennis scoreboard WELLINGTON Gippsland Tennis Association senior round one results:

WGTA junior fixture Section one: October 10: Sale Hawks v Longford Green, Sale Eagles v Longford Blue.

October 17: Sale Hawks v Sale Eagles, Longford Green v Longford Blue.

October 24: Sale Eagles v Longford Green, Longford Blue v Sale Hawks (at Stratford).

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Sale Hawks v Longford Green, Sale Eagles v Longford Blue.

November 14: Sale Eagles v Sale Hawks, Longford Blue v Longford Green.

November 21: Sale Hawks v Longford Blue, Longford Green v Sale Eagles (at Sale).

November 28: Longford Green v Sale Hawks (at Stratford), Sale Eagles v Longford Blue.

December 5: Sale Hawks v Sale Eagles, Longford Green v Longford Blue (at Maffra).

December 11: Sale Eagles v Longford Green (4pm); December 12: Longford Blue v Sale Hawks (at Stratford).

January 30: Sale Hawks v Longford Green, Sale Eagles v Longford Blue.

February 6: Sale Eagles v Sale Hawks, Longford Blue v Longford Green (at Stratford).

February 13: Longford Green v Sale Eagles (at Sale), Sale Hawks v Longford Blue.

February 20 (at Stratford): Longford Green v Sale Hawks, Longford Blue v Sale Eagles.

February 26: Sale Hawks v Sale Eagles (4pm); February 27: Longford Green v Longford Blue.

March 13: Sale Eagles v Longford Green, Longford Blue v Sale Hawks (at Sale).

Section two: October 10: Sale Falcons v Longford Yellow, Longford Orange v Longford Red, Maffra v Sale Condors.

October 17: Sale Falcons v Longford Orange, Sale Condors v Longford Yellow, Maffra v Longford Red. October 24: Sale Falcons v Longford Yellow, Maffra v Sale Falcons, Sale Condors v Longford Red. November 7 (Mental Health Round): Sale Falcons v Longford Red, Longford Yellow v Maffra, Sale Condors v Longford Orange.

November 14: Longford Red v Longford Yellow (at Sale), Sale Falcons v Sale Condors, Maffra v Longford Orange.

November 21: Sale Falcons v Longford Yellow, Longford Red v Longford Orange (at Sale), Sale Condors v Maffra.

November 28: Longford Orange v Sale Falcons, Sale Condors v Longford Yellow, Maffra v Longford Red. December 5: Longford Yellow v Longford Orange (at Woodside), Sale Falcons v Maffra, Sale Condors v Longford Red. December 12: Sale Falcons v Longford Red, Maffra v Longford Yellow, Sale Condors v Longford Orange.

January 30: Longford Yellow v Longford Red (at Maffra), Sale Condors v Sale Falcons, Maffra v Longford Orange.

February 6: Longford Yellow v Sale Falcons (at Stratford), Longford Orange v Longford Red, Maffra v Sale Condors.

February 13: Sale Falcons v Longford Orange, Sale Condors v Longford Yellow, Maffra v Longford Red. February 20: Longford Orange v Longford Yellow, Maffra v Sale Falcons, Sale Condors v Longford Red. February 27: Sale Falcons v Longford Red, Maffra v Longford Yellow, Sale Condors v Longford Orange.

March 13: Longford Red v Longford Yellow, Sale Falcons v Sale Condors, Maffra v Longford Orange.

Section three: October 10: Sale Owls v Briagolong, Sale Pelicans v Longford, Maffra bye.

October 17: Briagolong v Maffra, Sale Owls v Longford, Sale Pelicans bye.

October 24: Maffra v Sale Owls, Sale Pelicans v Briagolong, Longford bye.

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Sale Owls v Sale Pelicans, Maffra v Longford, Briagolong bye.

November 14: Briagolong v Longford, Sale Pelicans v Maffra, Sale Owls bye.

November 21: Briagolong v Sale Owls, Longford v Sale Pelicans, Maffra bye.

November 28: Maffra v Briagolong, Sale Owls v Longford, Sale Pelicans bye.

December 5: Sale Owls v Maffra, Briagolong v Sale Pelicans, Longford bye.

December 21: Sale Pelicans v Sale Owls, Maffra v Longford, Briagolong bye.

January 30: Longford v Briagolong, Maffra v Sale Pelicans, Sale Owls bye.

February 6: Sale Owls v Briagolong, Sale Pelicans v Longford, Maffra bye.

February 13: Briagolong v Maffra, Sale Owls v Longford, Sale Pelicans bye.

February 20: Maffra v Sale Owls, Sale Pelicans v Briagolong, Longford bye.

February 26: Sale Owls v Sale Pelicans (4pm); February 27: Maffra v Longford, Briagolong bye.

March 13: Briagolong v Longford, Sale Pelicans v Maffra, Sale Owls bye.

Section four: October 10: Briagolong v Longford, Sale Parrots v Maffra, Sale Magpies v Sale Swans.

October 17: Sale Parrots v Longford, Sale Swans v Briagolong, Maffra v Sale Magpies.

October 24: Sale Parrots v Briagolong, Sale Magpies v Longford, Sale Swans v Maffra.

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Maffra v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Magpies, Sale Parrots v Sale Swans.

November 14: Maffra v Briagolong, Longford v Sale Swans (at Rockley), Sale Magpies v Sale Parrots.

November 21: Longford v Briagolong (at Stratford), Maffra v Sale Parrots, Sale Swans v Sale Magpies.

November 28: Sale Parrots v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Swans, Sale Magpies v Maffra.

December 5: Briagolong v Sale Parrots (at Stratford), Longford v Sale Magpies (at Rockley), Maffra v Sale Swans.

December 12: Longford v Maffra, Sale Magpies v Briagolong, Sale Swans v Sale Parrots.

January 30: Briagolong v Maffra, Sale Swans v Longford, Sale Parrots v Sale Magpies.

February 5: Sale Magpies v Sale Swans (4pm); February 6: Briagolong v Longford, Sale Parrots v Maffra.

February 13: Longford v Sale Parrots, Sale Swans v Briagolong, Maffra v Sale Magpies.

February 20: Sale Parrots v Briagolong, Sale Magpies v Longford, Sale Swans v Maffra.

February 27: Maffra v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Magpies, Sale Parrots v Sale Swans.

March 13: Maffra v Briagolong, Sale Swans v Longford, Sale Magpies v Sale Parrots.

Section five: October 10: Stratford Kangaroos v Stratford

Emus, Heyfield Kangas v Maffra, Briagolong v Sale Penguins.

October 17: Stratford Emus v Heyfield Kangas, Stratford Kangaroos v Briagolong, Maffra v Sale Penguins.

October 24: Heyfield Kangas v Stratford Kangaroos, Sale Penguins v Stratford Emus, Briagolong v Maffra.

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Maffra v Stratford Emus, Stratford Kangaroos v Sale Penguins, Heyfield Kangas v Briagolong.

November 14: Maffra v Stratford Kangaroos, Stratford Emus v Briagolong, Sale Penguins v Heyfield Kangas.

November 21: Stratford Emus v Stratford Kangaroos, Maffra v Heyfield Kangas, Sale Penguins v Briagolong.

November 28: Heyfield Kangas v Stratford Emus, Stratford Kangaroos v Briagolong, Sale Penguins v Maffra.

December 5: Stratford Kangaroos v Heyfield Kangas, Stratford Emus v Sale Penguins, Maffra v Briagolong.

December 12: Stratford Emus v Maffra, Sale Penguins v Stratford Kangaroos, Briagolong v Heyfield Kangas.

January 30: Stratford Kangaroos v Maffra, Briagolong v Stratford Emus, Heyfield Kangas v Sale Penguins.

February 6: Stratford Kangaroos v Stratford Emus, Heyfield Kangas v Maffra, Sale Penguins v Briagolong.

February 13: Stratford Emus v Heyfield Kangas, Stratford Kangaroos v Briagolong, Maffra v Sale Penguins.

February 20: Heyfield Kangas v Stratford Kangaroos, Sale Penguins v Stratford Emus, Briagolong v Maffra.

February 27: Maffra v Stratford Emus, Stratford Kangaroos v Sale Penguins, Heyfield Kangas v Briagolong.

March 13: Maffra v Stratford Kangaroos, Stratford Emus v Briagolong, Sale Penguins v Heyfield Kangas.

Section six: October 10: Nambrok v Longford, Stratford Echidnas v Sale Canary, Sale Ibis v Maffra, Briagolong bye.

October 17: Longford v Sale Ibis (at Rockley), Stratford Echidnas v Briagolong, Maffra v Nambrok, Sale Canary bye.

October 24: Longford v Briagolong (at Rockley), Stratford Echidnas v Sale Ibis, Maffra v Sale Canary, Nambrok bye.

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Briagolong v Nambrok, Stratford Echidnas v Maffra, Sale Ibis v Sale Canary, Longford bye.

November 14: Nambrok v Stratford Echidnas, Sale Canary v Longford, Briagolong v Maffra, Sale Ibis bye.

November 21: Sale Canary v Namrbok, Longford v Stratford Echindas (at Rockley), Sale Ibis v Maffra, Maffra bye.

November 28: Nambrok v Sale Ibis, Maffra v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Canary, Stratford Echidnas bye.

December 5: Longford v Nambrok, Sale Canary v Stratford Echidnas, Maffra v Sale Ibis, Briagolong bye.

December 12: Sale Ibis v Longford, Briagolong v Stratford Echidnas, Nambrok v Maffra, Sale Canary bye.

January 30: Briagolong v Longford (at Stratford), Sale Ibis v Stratford Echidnas, Sale Canary v Maffra, Nambrok bye.

February 6: Nambrok v Briagolong, Maffra v Stratford Echidnas, Sale Canary v Stale Ibis,

Longford bye.

February 13: Stratford Echidnas v Nambrok, Longford v Sale Canary (at Rockley), Maffra v Briagolong, Sale Ibis bye.

February 20: Nambrok v Sale Canary, Stratford Echidnas v Longford, Briagolong v Sale Ibis, Maffra bye.

February 27: Sale Ibis v Nambrok, Maffra v Longford (at Sale), Sale Canary v Briagolong, Stratford Echidnas bye.

March 13: Nambrok v Longford, Stratford Echidnas v Sale Canary, Sale Ibis v Maffra, Briagolong bye.

Section seven: October 10: Maffra v Briagolong, Heyfield Joey's v Sale Sparrows, Nambrok v Stratford Kookaburra, Stratford Possums v Sale Wrens.

October 17: Briagolong v Stratford Possums, Sale Sparrows v Nambrok, Sale Wrens v Maffra, Stratford Kookaburra v Heyfield Joeys.

October 24: Maffra v Heyfield Joeys, Briagolong v Sale Sparrows, Nambrok v Stratford Possums, Sale Wrens v Stratford Kookaburra.

November 7 (Mental Health Round): Sale Sparrows v Maffra, Heyfield Joeys v Briagolong, Nambrok v Sale Wrens, Stratford Possums v Stratford Kookaburra.

November 14: Maffra v Nambrok, Stratford Kookaburra v Briagolong, Heyfield Joeys v Stratford Possums, Sale Wrens v Sale Sparrows.

November 21: Stratford Kookaburra v Maffra, Briagolong v Nambrok, Heyfield Joeys v Sale Wrens, Stratford Possums v Sale Sparrows.

November 28: Maffra v Stratford Possums, Sale Wrens v Briagolong, Nambrok v Heyfield Joeys, Sale Sparrows v Stratford Kookaburra.

December 5: Briagolong v Maffra, Sale Sparrows v Heyfield Joeys, Stratford Kookaburra v Nambrok, Sale Wrens v Stratford Possums.

December 12: Stratford Possums v Briagolong, Nambrok v Sale Sparrows, Maffra v Sale Wrens, Heyfield Joeys v Stratford Kookaburra.

January 30: Heyfield Joeys v Maffra, Sale Sparrows v Briagolong, Stratford Possums v Nambrok, Stratford Kookaburra v Sale Wrens.

February 6: Maffra v Sale Sparrows, Briagolong v Heyfield Joeys, Sale Wrens v Nambrok, Stratford Kookaburra v Stratford Possums.

February 13: Nambrok v Maffra, Briagolong v Stratford Kookaburra, Stratford Possums v Heyfield Joeys, Sale Sparrows v Sale Wrens.

February 20: Maffra v Stratford Kookaburra, Nambrok v Briagolong, Sale Wrens v Heyfield Joeys, Sale Sparrows v Stratford Possums.

February 27: Stratford Possums v Maffra, Briagolong v Sale Wrens, Heyfield Joeys v Nambrok, Stratford Kookaburra v Sale Sparrows.

March 13: Maffra v Briagolong, Heyfield Joeys v Sale Sparrows, Nambrok v Stratford Kookaburra, Stratford Possums v Sale Wrens.

Semi-finals: March 20.

Preliminary finals: March 21.

Grand finals: March 27 (at Maffra).

An airborne Mark Kennedy from Stratford serves during his section one match against Maffra Weirs.

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Section two: Sale Central 9-74 d Heyfield Blue 0-36, Sale Pools 6-67 d Heyfield White 3-53, Longford 7-64 d Sale Graze 2-45, Sale Chicken 7-65 d Maffra GRE 2-34, Maffra Pund 6-57 d Stratford 3-56, Bairnsdale 5-61 d Maffra All Round; ladder: Sale Central 11, Sale Chicken 9 (191.18), Longford 9 (142.22), Sale Pools 8 (126.42), Maffra Pund 8 (101.79), Bairnsdale 7, Maffra All Round 4, Stratford 3 (98.25), Heyfield White 3 (79.1), Sale Graze 2 (70.31), Maffra GRE 2 (52.31), Heyfield Blue 0.

Section three: Heyfield 7-68 d Sale Elliman 2-34, Maffra Adams 6-60 d Maffra Wilmour 3-37, Longford 8-72 d Sale Glencoe 1-30, Briagolong bye; ladder: Longford 10, Heyfield 9, Maffra Adams 8, Briagolong 6, Maffra Wilmour 3, Sale Elliman 2, Sale Glencoe 1.

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3

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0 13

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4

JAMES

2

4 Port Adelaide 4 Brisbane 6 Western Bulldogs 6 West Coast Eagles

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4

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Collingwood (8th)

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DONALDA MOTORS MAFFRA Cnr Foster St & McMahon Drive Ph 5147 1744 Page 36 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Times-Spectator, Tuesday, 6 October, 2020

BAIRNSDALE 672-678 Princes Highway Ph 5152 3058

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