WARNING:This story dealswith the distressing death of children
LATROBE Regional Health is facing scrutiny following the death of three babies in recent months, with the increasing difficultytoemploy qualified or senior staff.
The Herald Sun reported on Monday that an 18-month-old girl with sepsis didn’t receive lifesaving antibiotics on time, and the deaths of two newborns areamong thecases that have caused concern at LRH.
It was found that the 18-month-old’s condition was not identified by ajunior doctor when presenting to the hospital before 2am on September 9. Once a senior doctor arrived hourslater, the child later died while being transferred to aMelbourne hospital.
An internal review by LRH found no fault with the care provided, the Herald Sunreports, however adding that in March 2019,ababydied at LRH withan internal reviewclearingthe staff of any fault, but acoroner’s report identified
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unexplained head injuries as the cause of death.
An LRH spokesperson provided a comment for the Express regarding the deaths.
“In the past two months, three children who received care at Latrobe Regional Health have tragically passed away.
LRH offers its sincerecondolencesto those affected by these deaths,” the LRH spokesperson said.
“Providing safe care is LRH’s priority, and we review patient deaths or adverse outcomes in close consultation with Safer Care Victoria (SCV).
“As with many regional health services, from time-to-time LRH faces challenges in attracting staff, however we are working hard on recruitment and have been successful in onboarding a range of highly qualified practitioners, locally and from overseas.
“In particular, LRH currently has afull complement of specialist obstetricians andpaediatricians.”
LRH also mentioned that the hospital works closely with SCV to ensure their care is safe, but also meets community needs.
In the event of adeath, or adverse clinical outcomes, LRH liaises with affected families andSCV to consider the circumstances and determine if any improvements can be made.
LRH ensures it is working closely with SCV in reviewing the three recent deaths, while commencing detailed clinical reviewprocesses which draw on the expertise of external healthcare professionals and external agencies.
The investigations are still ongoing. One of the events has been reported to SCV as asentinel event, while the other two events are not considered adverse of sentinel, however LRH continues to work with SCV and the department to review the issues.
Shadow Minister for Health, Georgie Crozier hascalled for an independent investigation.
“Under Labor, the health crisis across Victoria is only worsening with budget cuts, job losses and planned amalgamations,” Ms Crozier told the Express.
“Labor have failed over the past 10 years to identify workforce shortages andprovide the expertisetoregional hospitals such as LRH.
Deaths under review Great day out
“Labor have failed to addressthe issues and that’s why there needs to be athorough and independent review.”
Ms Crozier worked as am id wife for several years in the 1990s before working at the Royal Women’sHospital.
Astate government spokesperson affirmed that the deathswere under review.
“Every death is atragedy, and our thoughts are withthe families affected,” the state governmentspokesperson said.
“SCV has looked at these cases and worked closely with Latrobe Regional Health to ensure the appropriate local reviews were carried out -they will officially undertake areview of the one reportedsentinel event, while CCOPMM (Consultative Council on Obstetric and PaediatricMortality and Morbidity) will also begin its own separate official review into this case.
“We always put patient safety firstthat’s whyweestablished SCV in 2017, the Health Complaint Commissioner and the Statutory Duty of Candour in 2022.”
See Pages 26 &27 of today’s paper forfurther details
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Council voting closes this Friday
IT'S just the voters now, the candidates can do very little.
People have until this Friday to cast their vote in the Latrobe City Council election.
Voting closes Friday, October 25 at 6pm.
LatrobeCityhas been divided into nine wards forthe next council term, with one councillor elect to represent each ward.
One of the nine wards has already been decided, with currentLatrobe City councillor Sharon Gibson running unopposed in the Newborough Ward. Sixofher fellow current councillors are vying for re-election.
While the Latrobe City election has been without too much controversy, the Sale-based Wellington Shire electionwas thrown into some chaos recently,
after the wrong ballot packs were sent out.
The Victorian Electoral Commission apologised for an error which sawsomevotersreceivethe wrong candidate statements in their Wellington Shire election ballot pack.
Instead of receiving statements for Coastal Ward candidates,voters,which the Express understands wasconfined to theRosedale area, saw statements from candidates for the metropolitan Port Phillip council.
Voters still received the correct ballot paper.
In astatement, aVEC spokesperson said: "we are aware that some voters in Coastal Ward received an incorrect candidate information leaflet in their ballot pack".
"This appears to be contained to ahandful of
voters and is not widespread. We are sorry that this error has occurred and we thank our community for letting us know," they said.
Elsewhere, policeare investigating afterabreakin at the Ballarat election office.
The VEC confirmed that asmall amount of petty cash and abox containing 1350 unmarked ballot papers for the Ballarat City Council election were taken from the premises.
ElectoralCommissioner Sven Bluemmel assured voters thatwhile electoral theft is aserious offence, the unmarked ballot paperspose no risktothe
integrity of the election as they could not be used to vote in this election.
"For security reasons and to protectthe integrity of the election, only ballot papers returned to us inside completed ballot paper envelopes are able to be included in the count," Mr Bluemmel said. Voting in this election is by postal vote only. Voting is compulsory for voters who were on the state or council roll for this election on August 7. Enrolled voters who don’t vote may be fined. Results will be declared for all councils on Friday, November 15.
Latrobe named as toptier region to own an EV
NEW research has named the Latrobe Valley as the 10th best region to own an EV in Australia, and the third-best in Victoria.
The research, conducted by the EV car insurance experts at ROLLiN’, analysedfactorssuch as the number of chargers, costofcharging, government incentives, EV share and growth
across Australian regionstoreveal the best places to own an EV.
Latrobe ranks 10th in the national rankings. Latrobe has one of the third-lowestcost of charging in the country and ahigh number of chargers, particularlyfor an area outside of the city.
Numbersgame: Latrobe Valleyhas themostelectric vehicle chargersofany ruralareain the country Image supplied
Frustration tabled over scheme
MEMBER for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath says flaws in the state government’s Solar Homes program is leaving vulnerable Victorians in the cold.
The NationalsMPhas called for areviewof the program, saying Gippsland residents have encountered significant challenges in the online lodgement system, which is unresponsive and directs them to Melbourne basedretailers despite local supplier availability.
“Residents have approached my office voicing their frustration in attemptingtoaccess the Solar Homes’ rebate scheme," Ms Bath said addressing state Parliament.
“A Traralgon residentrecently abandoned the process after being given poor advice and delayed informationthat left her without hot water for two weeks.
“Despite Solar Victoria being based in the Latrobe Valley, Mrs Monument, was directed to aMelbourne based supplier to replace her hot water service.
“The interaction was unprofessional, unresponsive and included additional installation costs.
“Out of sheer frustration she abandonedthe scheme becausereceiving arebate was too difficult and the process was going nowhere.”
Ms Bath said Victorians are living in acost-ofliving crisis and Labor should be making it easy for residents to lower household bills instead of creating obstacles and causing distress.
“The program promised to deliver 770,000 households with subsidised energy efficient products -but it hasfailed to do so.
“Labor’s Solar Homes Program must be overhauled to ensure Victorians are not leftinthe cold."
In response, astate government spokesperson said almost 90 per cent of hot water customers successfully apply for their rebate online.
“More than 2000 Gippsland residents have installed solar or heat pump hot waterthrough the Solar Homes Program which also provides rebates for emergency hot water installation, reducing the time customers are without hot water if their
system has broken down," the spokesperson said.
“Solar Victoria’s professionalcustomerservice team is based in Morwell to support Victorians to access rebates -92per cent of hot water customers rated their experience with the program as good or very good.”
“Solar Victoria does not make recommendations about individual retailers and rejects any assertion that it directed any Gippsland customer to a Melbourne-based retailer. “
“TheOpposition have neversupported Solar Homes and if it were up to them there would be no programs that offer discounts and rebates for Victorianswanting to electrifytheir homesand save money on their energy bills.”
According to the state government, 92 per cent of Solar Homes customers say eligibility criteria is clearand easy to understand;87per cent understood the process all the way through; and 84 per cent foundthe online process user-friendly.
THE Express apologises for two paragraphs used in last week’s Moe Cup preview (16/10/24). The intention of the author was not to cause offence by its use. But following acomplaint received by this publication,itisclear to see it was apoor choice of words and considered offensive. The Express extends an unreserved apology to the person affected for any offence, inconvenience or distress caused as aresult. Furthermore, the Express wishes to retract the sentence beginning with "fashion plate", andthe one ending with “to win fashions”. Liam Durkin Editor
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High countrykiller jailed, appeal impending
By TOMHAYES
FORMER Jetstar pilot Gregory Lynn, dubbed as the high country killer, has been sentenced to 32 years behind bars for the murder of Carol Clay. Lynn, 58, will serve anon-parole periodof24 years. Having already served time in prison, Lynn will be 79-years-old when he is eligible for parole.
Lynn was accused of the murders of Ms Clay and RussellHill; however the jury did not find Lynn guilty of the murder of Mr Hill.
Ms Clay and Mr Hillwerekilled at their campsite in the Wonnangatta Valley in March 2020. Lynn disposed of their bodies near Dargo.
Lynn left his home at midnight of May 12, 2020,to returntothe remainstoburn them. Thefollowing month, Lynn repainted his Nissan Patrol.
On November 25, 2021, police charged Lynn with the murders of Ms Clay and Mr Hill. Five days later, investigators found the human remains at Union Spur Track, near Dargo.
Whenhanding downLynn ’s sentencingin Melbourne last Friday, Supreme Court judge Justice Michael Croucher describedthe killing of Ms Clay as “violent”, “brutal”, and “horrific”.
“This was just aterrible thing to do. Hence my conclusion that this is avery grave murder,” he said.
“The gravest parts of that conduct were the concealment of MrsClay’sbody in aremoteplaceand the later burning of her body to almost nothingness, just fragments.
“Mrs Clay, awoman of 73, was intentionally killed by ashotgun blast to the head. Thus, it was aviolent, brutal, horrific death effected with a weapon designed to kill.
“ThereisnosuggestionMrs Clay posed any threat to Mr Lynn. As Ihave said, Iamunabletofind any mitigating feature of the circumstances of the offence.”
Lynnhas showed his intention to appeal the verdict, before he was handed his 32-year sentence. His appeal, which mustbelodged before November 15, will not be heard until next year at least.
Though, his appeal will be heard beforea full bench of Court of Appeal judges, who will supposedly make one of three decisions, according to the Herald Sun:dismiss the appeal (conviction
stands), order aretrial, or set aside the conviction (Lynn walks free).
Lynn’s letter to the court read: “I am disappointed and perplexed by the jury verdict, as Ihave not killed anyone and will be respectfully appealing their decision”.
“However, Iaccept my decision to flee the scene and attempt to disappear, and all of my actions to that effect, were selfish andcallous in the extreme, causing family and friends of both Carol Clay and RussellHillmuch grief andstress for 20 long months.
“For those actions, Iamvery sorry.
“At the time,I had reasons,but Iunderstand they are no excuse and of no interest to those who suffered. And to detail any of that now would be insulting to the memory of Carol and Russell.”
His letter was followed by apologies to Victorian emergency services, his previous employer, previous sporting clubs, and his family.
The safetyofLynn in prison has been considered, after he was attacked with faeces and urine inside theMetropolitan Assessment Prison.
Prisons are reportedly dangerous for high-profile
offences, such as Lynn's, especially when without acriminalnetwork to protect him.
Lynn will be sorted into asecurity of medium, high, or maximum, while the option to be separated from the mainstream continues to be questioned after he was attacked in June.
Preliminaryhearing underway ahead of Patterson trial
Drugs and cash seized, pair charged
POLICEhave arrestedthreepeoplefollowing a search warrant in Churchill at the start of October.
Detectives from theLatrobe Crime Investigation Unit executed the search warrant at aproperty in Churchill.
During the search, police located and seized 20 kilograms of cannabis -atrafficable amount. Police also seized methylamphetamine, heroin, and almost $100,000 cash.
"Victoria Police is unwavering in its commitment to identifying, investigating, and dismantling alleged drug traffickers across Latrobe Valley," Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit Detective Senior Sergeant, Kaine Pawson said.
"We will continue to disrupt the supply chain of illicit drugs and hold those responsibleaccountable."
Among those arrested included:
A48-year-old Churchill woman, charged with trafficking cannabis, possessing cannabis, deal with property suspected of being proceeds of crime, and failing to comply with aSection 465AAA order. She was bailed to appear at the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court on Wednesday, November 20;
A42-year-old Churchillman, charged with
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trafficking adrug of dependence, possessing methylamphetamine, possessing heroin, and deal with property suspected of being proceeds of crime. He was also bailed to appear at the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court on November 20, and;
A37-year-old Churchillman, who was released pending further enquiries.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about illicitdrugs or criminalactivityisurged to call local police or make an anonymous report via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the website at: crimestoppersvic. com.au
Traralgon Plaza attack
POLICE are investigating aftertwo security guards were assaulted at ashopping centre in Traralgon on Wednesday, October 16.
It is alleged agroup of teenagers entered astore on GreyStreet where they were involved in an altercation with the security guards at about 1.50pm.
The teenagers were allegedly armed with a
By TOMHAYES
ALLE GED tripl em ur derer from Leon gatha, Erin Patterson began to face court last week for a preliminary hearing ahead of her trial.
Ms Pattersonwas infamously charged for three counts of murder and two counts of attempted murder, regarding the poisonous Beef Wellington lunchand astringofother poison-related claims. Shehas pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The preliminary hearing began in Melbourne, expected to run through until Friday, October 25.
Ms Patterson will reportedly attend the preliminary hearing via video link, according to the South Gippsland Sentinel Times.
The preliminary hearing is subject to Section 3ofthe JudicialProceedings Reports Act 1958, restricting the reporting of proceedings.
The Supreme Court Trial of DPP vErin Patterson is scheduled for April 2025 at the Latrobe Court Complex in Morwell.
hammer and assaulted the security guards.
The two male security guards both sustained minor injuries. The group of teenagers fled the scene on foot.
Policelocated three teenagers near arailway station on Shakespeare St, where they were arrested. They were interviewedbypolice, released and are expected to be charged on summons.
Officers believe two other offenders are outstandingand investigations are ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urgedtocontact Crime Stoppers on 18000 333000,orsubmit aconfidential report online at: crimestoppersvic.com.au
Trafalgar man involved in fatal crash
POLICE are investigatingthe circumstances following afatal crash in Warragul South last week.
It is believed acar veered off Bull Swamp Roadand crashed into atree just before 6.30am on Tuesday, October 15.
The driver, a24-year-old Trafalgar man and sole occupant of the vehicle, died at the scene.
Anyone with dashcam footage or any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit aconfidential report online at: crimestoppersvic.com.au
Northe set to walk from prison
By LIAM DURKIN
THIS week marks oneyear since former Member for Morwell, Russell Northe was sentenced to 12 months jail.
The Express understands Northe is due to walk free this week.
Northe was sentenced to 21 months jail in Melbourne’sCountyCourt last October, with anon-parole period of 12 months.
The disgraced former MP previously pleaded guilty to two charges of misconduct while in public office.
Northe was charged after usingtaxpayer cash for administration purposes to fuel his gambling addiction. His actions, where he falsified anumber of documents and set up fake expenses between 2019 and 2020, were described by Judge Michael McInerney as “sophisticated, protracted and brazen”.
Northe was also charged late last year with 45 offences following an investigation from the Independent Broad Based Anti-Corruption Commission. These charges were dropped in January 2023 after he entered aguiltyplea to misconduct in office.
Northefalsely claimed $175,813.40 in public expenses, which he used on gambling services. It is estimated he accrued gambling debts of around $400,000.
He lost an application for leave in July. Mr Northe served as the Member for Morwell from2006until retiring before the stateelection last year. He servedwith the Nationals from2006 until takingindefiniteleave in 2017todeal with depression Mr Northe quit the Nationals that same year,beforereturning as an Independent, where he won the 2018 state election. He was working as amanager forColes in Cowes before his sentencing.
Verdict: Greg Lynn waslastweek sentenced to morethan 30 yearsbehind barsfor the high countr ymurder of CarolClay.
Photograph: Joel Carrett
Ongoing: Erin Pattersonisset to face theLatrobe Cour tComplexnextApril. File photograph
SEC enshrined, local jobs questioned
By TOMHAYES
THE state governmenthas announced it has broughtbackthe State Electricity Commission (SEC) for good, enshrini ng it in Victori a’s Constitution, statingithas protectedthe SEC from future Liberal governments.
The Constitution Amendment Bill 2023 passed the Victorian Parliament, enshrining the SEC in the constitution.
The stategovernment and Minister for the State Electricity Commission, LilyD’Ambrosio welcomed the news, while also taking aim at the Coalition.
“The Liberals soldoff our energy assets, and you canbesure they’re asking Jeff Kennett for advice on howtodoitagain. Now, the SEC is here to stay -ensuring Victorians can benefitfrom publicly owned renewable energy for decades to come,” Ms D’Ambrosio said.
Enshrining the SEC in the constitution guarantees public ownership of renewable energy assets for the future, giving the SEC the certainty to continue acceleratingthe renewable energy transition andensuringall Victorians will benefit, astate government press release said.
“This will give the SEC the certainty it needs to power on with Victoria’s renewable energy transition, putting the power back in the hands of Victorians,creatingthousands of jobs and slashing power bills,” Ms D’Ambrosio added.
In re spon se, the Shado wM inis ter for the Sta te Ele ctri city Com mis sio n, Davi dD av is said Ms D’Ambrosio and Premier Jacinta Allan have “embarrassed themselves”, after arecent Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) report warnedVictorians thatthey were supposedly at risk of blackouts over the coming summer.
“After nearly two years’ worth of mediareleases, camera opportunities and branded merchandise, and an AEMOreport revealing the average wholesale electricity cost in Victoria surged by 43 per cent compared to the same period last year, the SEC has only invested in one project to date,” Mr Davis said.
“It is clearLabor’s ‘SEC’ has not cut powerprices or provided more reliable power to Victorians.”
It was affirmed that all profits the SEC makes will be reinvested back into renewable energy projects,which thestate government said will secure asteady pipeline of renewable energy jobs and training opportunities right across Victoria, helping create 59,000 jobs including 6000 traineeships and apprenticeships.
Nationals Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron maintained the stance that the state governmentis failing to deliver cheaper energy, with no promise of local job opportunities.
“Labor told us, with much fanfare, the SEC would be ‘brought back to Morwell’, yet all we have is one part-time employee hot-desking at the GovHub,”
Mr Cameron said.
“Despite allthe spin, and some $300 million that was given to the now-defunct Latrobe Valley Authority, the number of jobs in the Latrobe local government area has shrunk by eight per cent in the last 11 years.
“Hazelwood shut in 2017, Yallourn will shut in 2028, Loy Yang Awill shutin2032, and Loy Yang Bwill follow later that decade, yet there is no indication Labor has aplan to establish new
industries in the Valley to replacethousands of jobs that will be lost here.”
Mr Cameron believes there are opportunities for the Latrobe Valley workforce, but all that they need is the backing of the state government.
“We have thecoal-to-hydrogen project, whichhas gained the commercialsupport of the Japanese government to the tune of $2 billion, needs Labor’s backing and is the sort of project perfectly suited to our highly-skilled workforce, existingenergy infrastructure, and resources,” he said.
“We have aonce-in-a-generation opportunity to achieve the significant economic and emission reduction benefitsthat commercialprojects like this willdeliver, and we can do it righthere in the Latrobe Valley, if the state government comes to the party.”
The state government hopes that the SEC will helpdrivedownpower bills by increasing the amount of renewable energy in the country through its publicly owned projects, and will help Victoria achieve its nation leading target of 95 per cent renewable energy by 2035.
The SEC already has construction underway on its first project -the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub, a600-megawatt big battery that will store enough energy to power up to 200,000 homes during peak periods and enable more renewable energy generation to be connected to the grid. The project is the first, being delivered using the SEC’s initial $1 billion. The SEC will deliver 4.5 gigawattsof power through new renewable energy and storage projects -enough to power more than 1.5 million homes.
The SEC is also believedtobedeliveringbill savings through its home electrification digital planner.The SEC alreadyhas more than 3000 users in its first month, looking to switch to electric appliances, the state government believes. Victoria’s investment in renewable energy is believed to consistently deliver the lowest wholesale energy pricesinthe country-this positiononly grows stronger as more battery storage, wind and solar farms come online, the state government said.
Call for preparation as bushfire season approaches
ARECENT CFA survey revealed that 45 per cent of Victorians living in bushfire-prone areas are not concerned about bushfire safety despite being at increased risk.
People in these areas were also waiting too long to leave in the event of afire, putting themselves and their families in jeopardy.
CFA’s annual Bushfire Community Survey also revealed that 22 percentofresidents did not interact with CFA within the last six months because they felt they did not require more information or were unaware of CFA’s programs and resources.
CFA Chief Officer, Jason Heffernan expressed concern over these statistics, urging all residents in fire-risk areas to taketheirsafetymore seriously and begin preparation now.
“Many Victorians may not be aware they’re living in abushfire-prone area, it’s vital that Victorians know their level of risk and plan accordingly,” he said.
“It may be aresult of people who are new to the area or who have not experienced asignificant fire in the past and are unaware of the dangers.
“CFA has resources available to help people prepare, but it’s vital that the community actively seeks out this information before it’s too late.”
Alarmingly, afurther 30 per cent of respondents woulddelay leaving during abushfire event, with 14 per cent planning to assess the situation and 16 percentintending to wait for instructions from
emergencyservices. Twelve per cent statedthey would stay and defendtheirproperty
“These are dangerous decisions,” Mr Heffernan added.
“Bushfires can spread unpredictably and quickly.
Waiting to assess the situation or hoping for instructions from emergency services can result in tragedy.The safest option is always to leave early.
“While CFA is well-prepared to respond to emergencies, it’s crucial to remember that bushfire safety is ashared responsibility.
“We can’t guarantee that every home will be
reached in time during abushfire. Every resident needs to have their own bushfire survivalplan and take proactive measures to protect their property.
“We urge everyone to have aclear bushfire survival plan in place.Knowyour triggers for leaving early and ensure that all household members know what to do in case of afire.”
Across the state,Victorians can expect awarmer spring with an uncertain rainfall outlook.
While the fire risk is considered normal, it’s important not to be complacent; firescan still occur anytime and anywhere when temperatures rise and vegetation is dry.
Victoriansshould know where to find the best information to stay safeand never rely on just one sourceofinformation.
Victoria’s integrated warning system includes the Vic Emergency website, app and social media channels, VicEmergency Hotline (1800 226 226), emergency broadcasters including ABC radio, Sky News TV, commercial radio and select community radio stations.
Warnings are issued when an incident is occurring, and you need to act.
Make sure you understand the three levels of warnings and additional messages such as ‘Evacuate Now’: Warning (Watch& Act) - An emergency is developing. Conditions are changingand you need to act now to protect yourself and your family.
Emergency Warning - Youare in imminent danger and need to act now.
Evacuation - An evacuation is recommended, or procedures are in place to evacuate.
CFA is asking people to take the following actions:
Move your winter woodpile away from the house or sheds;
Prune tree branches so they are not overhanging the roof or touching walls;
Clear your gutters;
Keep grass shorter than 10cm;
Remove leaves and twigs from around your property;
Test anything that is part of your fire plan such as sprinklers, pumps, and generators, and;
Check that yourhome and contents insurance is current and includes alevel of cover in line with current building standards and regulations.
If you are burningoff to remove green waste, register your burn-off online at Fire Permits Victoria at: firepermits.vic.gov.au, or call ESTA on 1800 688 511.
Make sure yourhousehol dhas aBushfire Survival Plan.
Find out how at: cfa.vic.gov.au/bushfireplan
Hidden reality: Whilethe StateElectricityCommission has been enshrinedinthe state’s constitution, the oppositionbelieveitstandsfor little more than ‘Soaring Energy Costs’. Photograph supplied
Chester joins nuclear ‘select committee’
FEDERAL Member for Gippsland, Darren Chester
has been chosen to join aNuclear Energy Select Committee, which will examine Australia’s future energy needs.
The newly established committee will consider a broadrangeofissuesassociated with establishing anuclear energy industry in Australia, including existing legislation,potential sites, estimated costs,waste disposal, and opportunities for host communities.
Mr Chester said he was looking forward to a ‘facts-based campaign’ and not more of the scare tacticsthathesayshave been the hallmark of the federalgovernment’s opposition to considering a balanced approach to Australia’sfuture energy needs.
“Energy securityisamatter of national security, every country needs to be able to keep the lights on, run the public transport network, hospitals and universities, and ensure businesses and farmers can still produce goods at acompetitiveprice, which are needed in amodern society,” Mr Chester said.
“Personally,Ihaveanopen mind when it comes to the public debate regarding the potential for nuclear energy in Australia, andI lookforward to hearing evidence from impacted communities as the committee travels to do its work.
“It is time for acalm and rational conversation with the Australian peoplebased on facts, technology and environmental science, not media-driven hyperbole, fear campaigns and political science.
“My electorate of Gippsland has aproudheritage as an energy-producing region, and thereisa high level of ‘energy literacy’ in the community.
“I’m proud of the local workers who have kept thelightsonand warmed, or cooled, our homes for more than 100 years.
“Cheap energy has been acompetitiveadvantage for our nation. Local peopletend to understandthe complexenergy trifecta of affordability, reliability and environmental sustainability in accordance with international efforts.”
Mr Chester is supporting calls for the committee to travel to the seven sites that have been
nominated as the most likely locations for afuture nuclear energy industry, including Loy Yang.
“These communities which have retiring coalfired power station assets deserve to be at the centre of this inquiry,” Mr Chester said.
“It’s important we respect those local communities andlistentotheir views on the opportunities, andalso any concerns they may hold.
“It needs to be afair and transparent process with afocus on facts and sharing information from experts and community leaderswho can bring an in-depth understanding of local and regional issues.”
The communities earmarked to host zero-emissions nuclearpower plantsare those surrounding formerorexistingcoal plants:Tarong and Callide in Queensland; Mount Piper and Liddell in New SouthWales; Collie in Western Australia; and the Northern power station in South Australia, as well as Loy Yang.
THE state government is rolling out amajor road maintenance blitz to rebuild, repair, and resurfaceroads right across Victoria -fuelled by the largest single-year investment in road maintenance in the state’s history.
Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Melissa Horne launched the $964 million road maintenanceblitz at the South Geelong depot of Fulton Hogan, one of the contractors that will deliver these works between nowand mid-2025
An army of road workers will begin delivering theequivalent of $2.6 million worth of works for everyday of the year -with around 70 per cent of funding going to regional Victoria.
“We’re investing nearly abillion dollars to rebuildand repair the roads that Victorians depend on every single day -from the highways connecting our major centres to the local roads that keep our communities moving,” Ms Horne said.
“Crews will be out delivering$2.6million of works every day for ayear -with around 70 per cent of all fundinggoingtowards our regional roads."
Over the nextnine months, crews will complete thousands of projects on the network, ranging from road rehabilitation and resurfacing, to patching potholes and maintaining bridges, traffic lights, signage and road infrastructure.
To deliver major works such as road rebuilding and rehabilitation, there must be extended periodsofwarmer and drier conditions, which is why most work is done between now and May each year -ensuringrepairs last.
Repeated flooding and above-average rainfall caused unprecedented damage to roads, which meant the maintenance program needed to focus on rebuilding damaged roads last year.
The blitz will target the state’s busiest travel and trade routes, with works set to be delivered on the PrincesHighway, HumeFreeway, Western Hwy, Goulburn Valley Hwy and EchucaMooroopna Road.
This package also includes flood recovery works, with priority given to repairing regional Victoria’s flood-damaged roads.
The final list of flood recovery projects will be confirmed in the coming months.
Urgent: Regional Victorian roadsare set to be prioritised in the upcoming stateroad maintenence blitz. Photograph: iStock
Sights and scenesofthe 2024 Moe Cup
Eager: Patrons get afence-side viewonMoe Cupday
Photographs: Liam Durkin
Legend: MoeRacing Club lifemember,Wilson Maslen addresses guests on cup day. Mr Maslen has had along association with the club,and waschiefly responsible for building the grandstand which hasstood fordecades.
Legend Moe Racing Cl b life member Wilson
Tools down: Workmates Jacob Pietersen, Tony,Braeden Mangion and Daniel Her pien.
Toptwo: Men’sfashions winner MichaelMcAlpine (from Richmond) and runner-up Graeme Martin.MrMar tin wished to thank the team at Panthers Mensland,Moe forthe ensemble
Four seasons in one day: Victorian spring weathercame
Prepared: Locals ReneeFaltum and Georgia Dabb hadthe rightideafor Moe Cup day.
Prepared Renee Falt m had the right idea for C p da
Party: Newborough’s Brad Gane and Moe’s BecGrima were clearly having agreat time at theMoe Cup
Best bossever: FederalMemberfor Monash, Russell Broadbent, treated his stafftoa day at theraces.PicturedwithMrBroadbent (second from left) areAlexRoss,AndreDeKlerk Karlee Driessen, TanyaDannockand Stephanie Medjeri.
Dynamic duo: Warragul’s Jess Mylne and Kalinda Crook are all smiles forMoe Cup day.
Here, thereand everywhere: Dave Kellytravelled from Langwarren for the MoeCup,and wasjoined by Traralgon’sDiane Bruniges and June Batt, alongwithTanjil South’sAndrew Dolphin, Sommerville’s MarkPalser and IanLegg from KooWee Rup.
Here there and everywhere Da e Kell tra elled Lang arren
Shoulder ride: Traralgon’s Allan Hicken gives five-year-old Layken agreat viewofthe horses in the mounting yard S
Place to be: Traralgon’s Beth Taylor,Heather Whittaker (Trafalgar) and LillyWaddington (Moe) enjoying MoeCup day.
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Moe Social Dance
NEARLY 100 peoplearrived dressed to kill for MoeSocialDance Club’s annual ball.
The night, held at Newborough Hall, was agreat success.Silhouettes (the band) entertained throughout the night for dances such as modern waltzes, tangos, cha chas, and swings.
Lloyd Poole also recentlyplayed, with his soulfuland joyful tunesenjoyed. The club will be seeing more of him in the future.
Moe Social Dance Club holds dances every Monday at the Newborough Hall from 7.30pm. Cost is $8. All welcome.
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Yinnar Historical Society and Museum
IAN Blake and Debbie Leatham from theYinnarDistrictHistorical Society attended an informative talk at the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance.
The talk by Clayton Tremlett featured his research on the faces on Victorian cenotaphs.
Interestingly, all the Victorian memorials were commissionedvia individual
community fundraising initiativesin the 1920s, but more so is the fact that more than 50 per cent of the marble figures depict Italian soldierswith Italian accoutrements. The exhibition of 66 Victoriancenotaphs,including Yinnar, Morwell and Traralgon will run until April 2025.
For more information, visit: shrine. org.au/immortals
Debbie and Ian will be at the open day of the Yinnar District Historical Society and Museum on Sunday, November 3from 11am to 2pm if you have any questions on this exhibit or simply want to visit the museum.
Turning Point
TURNINGPoint Morwell Church is having afree fun-filled family day this Saturday (October 26).
Theeventwill be held at the Morwell Town Common (the wooden playground park on Elgin Street) from 12-2pm.
Heaps of fun, organised games, prizes, afire truck or two, along with free food will be on offer.
Come and spend acouple hours with us.
Moe ViewClub
NOVEMBER meeting willbeheld
Wednesday, November 6atMoe Hotel (Legg ie s), Lloy dS tr eet Moe fro m 10.30am.
Fundraising activities have been to FoonLok Morwelland RSL Morwell for enjoyable lunches.
Moe View Clubhas members who travel from Warragul and Traralgon. Christmas Hamper Raffle ticketswill be given out at the next meeting.
For any queries, phone Sue on 0417 515 745, or Maureen (0458 842 256).
Bridgeresults
TRARALGON Bridge Club results:
Tuesday, October 15: Teams 1st Greg Nicholson, Kaye Douglas, KevinTaylor and Marion Taylor (135VPs); 2nd Geoff Dixon, John Marsiglio, Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker (105 VPs).
Thursday, October 17: 1stHelen McAdam and Moira Hecker (59.72 per cent); 2nd Greg Nicholson and Kaye Douglas (56.25).
If you would like to play or learn more about Bridge, phone Traralgon Bridge Club President Greg Nicholsonon0419 365 739.
COME along to the Great Outback Frontier Services barbecue at 12pm this comingSunday (October 27) at the Traralgon Uniting Church Park Lane. FrontierServices provides services to remot eA us tral ia with sup por t for outbackfarmers struggling with drought, bushfires and famine. Sausages are given away, with donations welcome.
Every dollar raised goes directly into putting food on the table or providing materialstooutback farmers for upkeep of their properties. Come along for asausage,achatand lots of activities. As an afternoon highlight, music will be providedbywell-known group, Fields of White.
Field Naturalists
NEXT meeting of the Latrobe Valley Field Naturalists is Friday, November
History: Ian Blakelooking at the Yinnarcenotaph at an exhibition in Melbourne
1from 7.30pm at Moe Library.
Royal Botanic Gardensresearcher and Horticulture Team Leader, Russell Larke will discuss his work on the Avon Peppermint, Eucalyptus ornans, aspecies of malleethat is currently listed as critically endangered. It is only known to grow in asingle population near the Avon River.
John Topp, aLatrobe Valley Field Naturalists member, has assisted the Royal BotanicGardens in locating specimens.
The excursi on on Sat urday , November 2istoThe Channels on ashort enjoyable trail in the AvonMount Hedrick Natural Features and Scenic Reserve on the Avon River.
For those who wish to carpool,meet at Glengarry Park on the main street of Glengarry at 9am.
Everyone is most welcome, both to the meeting and the excursion.
Visit:lvfieldnats.org to register if you wishtouse Zoomtojointhe meeting from home.
Formoreinformation,call Rose on 0410 237292.
Trafalgar Probus
TRAFALGAR and District Probus Clu br eturn ed to the Itali an
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Australian Club for their monthly dine-out recently.
Thirt ym embe rs enjo yed their choices and hospitalitywith lots of chatter.
Next month is at the Downtowner in Warragul andChristmasisatthe MoeRacingClub again.
Traralgon Cancer Council
TRARALGON Cancer Volunteer Group recently held its annual Pink Ribbon Afternoon Tea to raise money for acure for breast cancer.
More than 100 guests joined for a wonderful afternoon of fun, food and entertainment. The group raised juston$6000 which was aterrific effort.
Manythanks go to all the sponsors who supported us, whether they donated asubstantial amount of money or made and baked goods.
Winners of the raffles were:Jill Reid, Lor na Su tc li ffe, Chelse a Ipe nb urg ,S al ly Tr ewin, Ka ye Radfo rd ,H ea ther Mis sen ,J an Batchelor, Ryan Frith, Di Chandler, andMargLaFrenz. On Sunday, November16, the
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group is having ahugecake stall at Bunnings in Traralgon. Come along and purchase some yummy goodies which we are famous for!
Remember, we are at the Traralgon Centre Plaza durin gD ecem ber wrapping Christmas presentsfor you. Don’t get in amess and tangle trying to wrap your gifts, come to us and we will do it for you.
Learntodance classes
JOIN Latrobe Valley Dance Promotions Inc to learn old time and new vogue dances, have fun, revise and socialise.
Dance lessons are held at the Girl Guides Hall, 18 MargaretStreet, Morwell,everyThursdaynight from 7pm.
Cost is $5 per person each night. For more information, phone Norm on 0428 543 737,orLynda (0428 489 041). Alternatively, email latrobevalleydancepromotioninc@gmail.com
Jazz time
MOE Latrobe Valley Jazz Club will feature New Old New Orleans this Sunday (October 27) at Moe RSL.
Led by Lindsay Flint, the band consists of PaulVan DerKoogh from Adelaide and Don Mayne from Mildura. Both have made the trip especially to play in Moe, and will
be joined by guestkeyboard player Peter Mackay. For enquiries, phone Bruceon0427 743 516.
Barefoot bowls
MOE Bowling Club is aiming to create atrue community asset.
The club,located on thecorner of WaterlooRoad,next door to the Moe Racing Club, is encouraging those interested to get involved in barefoot bowls, starting Friday,November15. Bar efoot bowls of fers as ocia l, no-pressure environment for people to enjoy agame after work or to see during the weekend. Games will commence from 5.30pm, with all equipment supplied. To find out more, visit the club’s Facebook page.
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LRH adopts new cardiac treatment
LATROBE Regional Health(LRH) has begun treating cardiac patients with aground breaking cardiovascular treatment -the shock wave stent procedure.
This cutting-edge procedure, designed to treat complex cases of coronary artery disease, uses ultrasonic energy to safely and effectively widen hardened arteries and improve blood flow to the heart.
Unliketraditional treatments known as balloon angioplasty, which can struggle to address calcium build-up in blood vessels, this technology uses controlled sonic pressure or sound waves to crack the calcified deposits, clearing apath within the artery and allowing for easierstent placement. This ensuresasmoother procedure and better outcomes for patients.
The shockwavetechnology is an innovative advancement in cardiovascular care, particularly in the treatmentofcalcified arteries which is well tolerated by the patient and safer than some other options such as open-heart surgery or rota blading which sees ahigh-speed drill remove calcium within the artery.
LRH is the first site outside Melbourne and Geelong to offer the shockwave procedure.
“For those suffering from severe coronary artery disease,especiallyincaseswherecalcium build-up complicates treatment, thisprocedure opens up new opportunities for care. It provides asafer, more effective method for clearing blockages and improving heart health,” LRH Head of Cardiology, Dr Derk Pol said.
The introdu ction of the shockwave stent procedure at LRH ensures that residents of the Gippslandregion no longer need to travel to Melbourne for this state-of-the-art treatment.
“This means that if apatient is admitted for a more typical stent procedure, but we find that the traditionalstent is not an option, we can move to ashock wave procedure immediately, rather than referring the patient to Melbourne.
“So, we’re now providing more extensive, worldclass care closer to home, reducing the burden on familiesand improving recovery times,” Dr Pol said.
This latest development at LRH Cardiologyis part of an ongoing expansion of the service that now includes four interventionist cardiologists and ateam of specialisednurses, radiographersand theatretechnicians
Innovative: CardiacCath Lab at Latrobe Regional Health. Photograph supplied
Fellowship: KayBrand and JuliePhillips enjoying arecentTrafalgar District Probus Club luncheon. Photographs supplied
Tunes: Jazz musiciscoming to Moe RSLthisSunday.
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10. What industr yisthe Swedish city of Zurich most famous for?
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Atimely remindertoget checked forbreast cancer
SPREAD the wordduring breastcancer awareness month.
During Breast Cancer awareness month, Nationals Member for Eastern Victoria, Melina Bath is encouraging women to take time to check in on theirown health, assess their body and consider making abreast screen appointment.
Ms Bath said breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among Australia women and while survival rates are continuing to improve, there is still work to do.
“Finding breastcancer earlyremainsan individual’s best chance of surviving the disease, thegood news is you don’t need to be amedical expert or use special techniques to check for breast abnormalities,” Ms Bath said.
Alistofchanges to look out for include anew lump or lumpiness, achangeinbreast size, nipple changes, discharge, redness of the skin or persistent pain.
Ms Bathsaidbreastcancer awarenessmonth
encourages women to act, educating people on understanding the basicsofbreast health and teaching the signs and symptoms to watch out for.
“The theme in 2024 is 'Connection and Community' -together for breast cancer -while everyone’sjourneyisindividual, we can acknowledge that journey, while encouragingpeople diagnosed to receive the best care,information, and support.
“The Breast Cancer Network Australia website is agreat place to find free and easy to understand resources.
“With nearly 21,000 Australians expected to receive abreast cancer diagnosis in 2024, it is important we keep raising awareness and asking women to prioritise their own health and wellbeing.”
Breast cancer awareness monthrunsduring October each year.
Formore information or to access support, visit: bcna.org.au/breast-cancer-awareness-month/ or call 1800 500 258.
Exceptional GP contributions to be celebrated at awards night
THE Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) will celebrate the work of Victorian GPs who go aboveand beyond caringfor their communities in an annualawards ceremony tomorrow (Thursday, October 24).
Each year, the event honours GPs and general practices who make an exceptional contribution to thehealth and wellbeing of their communities.
Project Health General Practice in Traralgon, has been named General Practice of the Year.
Gippsland-based Dr Patrick Kinsell (Lakes Entrance), has been named GP of the Year.
The Project Health General Practice, led by practice principalsDrs Lisa Gilbert and Michael Abbott, has beenacknowledged for its positive impact on the Latrobe Valley community it serves. It is known for its patient-centred care, supportive work environment and excellenttraining opportunities.
Alongstanding GP in East Gippsland, Dr Kinsella has worked at the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation in Lake Tyers for almost three decades. He is recognised for his very high level of culturally appropriate medical care and excellent rapport with patients.
RACGP Victorian Chair Dr Anita Muñoz congratulated this year’s winners.
“The RACGP Awards are an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the hard work of GPs and their teams in caring for their communities,” she said.
“This year’s winners are all wonderful GPs, who have gone above and beyond for their patients.
“They are model examples of why this is such a rewarding career, and the impact GPs can have.”
The winners from Victoria have been shortlisted for the national awards, which will be announced at the RACGPGP24 conference in Perth next month.
New practitioner welcomed to Maryvale General Practice
By BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
AFTER launching in March this year, Maryvale General Practice is extending its services with the arrival of new General Practitioner (GP), Dr Mirna Mostokly.
Maryvale General Practice is abulk billing medical centre located at MaryvalePrivate Hospital, Morwell.
Dr MirnaisagraduatefromFaculty of Medicine in Egypt and has worked for several years as aGPinher home country, then in the Gippsland area when she movedtoAustralia with herfamily.
“I am thrilled to introduce myself as the newest member of the team at Maryvale General Practice,” she said.
“I am excited to join this wonderful community as aGP.”
Dr Mirna wishes to provide compassionate, patient-centred care that is tailored to each individuals need.
She enjoys listening to music, cooking, spending time with her family and skipping rope -believing that ahealthy lifestyle “encompassesnot just physicalhealth but emotional and social well being as well”.
Dr Mirna undertakes all areas of general practice particularly withpaediatrics, mental health, geriatric health and dermatology.
As the clinic’s newest female GP, Dr Mirna takes specific interest and care with regards to women’s healthfor patientsseekingtreatment and advice.
Shealsoperforms contraceptive procedures on site that includeImplanon and Mirena (IUD) insertions and removals.
“I look forward to meeting you all and being apart of your healthcare journey,” Dr Mirna said.
“Together, we can work towards yourhealth and wellness goals.”
Maryvale General Practice offers sameday appointment availability with walk-ins welcome at any time the clinic is open.
The Range Retirement Village is aretirement living community in Moe, boasting alive-in Manager and high-quality residential villas set inside agated community.
The Range offers elegant new and refurbished two and three-bedroom independent living villas, set in attractive and well-manicured surrounds. Each villa features an open-plan living area,wellappointed kitchen, private courtyardgarden and single or double garage.
Plan your social life with your new community.
Youwill have the flexibility and freedom to embrace life with asocialcalendar that includes, billiards, indoor bowls, craft, movie nights, trivia, bingo,cards and many moresocial activities and make use of our community bus to getaroundour local area
Now is your time to down size and embrace life at The Range
Heretohelp: Maryvale General Practice newGeneral Practitioner Dr Mirna Mostokly. Photograph supplied
Driving program breaks down the barriers
ACOLLABORATION between Latrobe Community Health Service and Gippsland Trades and Labour Council (GTLC) is giving migrants in Gippsland the skillsand road safetyknowledgetodriveon Victorian roads.
Nine women have completed the inaugural ‘Let’s Get Driving’ program, supported through the state government’s $1.5 million Community Road Safety Grants Program. It aims to increase the road safety knowledge
Localperspective on renewables
By BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
FORMER Latrobe Valley coal worker Tony Wolfe andGippslandClimate Network Chief Executive, Darren McCubbin featured in the New Joneses produced series Good Neighbours
Hosted by Neighbours star Ryan Moloney (Jarrod ‘Toadfish’ Rebecchi), the show visits regional communities making renewable energy solutions happen across the country, including the Latrobe Valley in its most recent season.
Sharing their candid local perspectives on regional Australia’s shift to renewable energy, Mr Wolfeand Mr McCubbinjoin former farmers, parentsand community leaderstoexplain what can be gained in seeing future change.
The episode titled ‘Offshore Wind. Onshore Opportunities’ includes the pair providing each of their different views on how an offshore wind industry might look in Gippsland, which they say will provide jobs, and economic and community benefits into the area.
Having been born in Latrobe Valley and worked in the coal industry for more than 40 years, Mr Wolfe said we should move towards “newer and cleaner technology”.
“We are transitioning away from fossil fuels andweneed something to replace that with,” he said.
“Offshore wind in Australia -we’ve got huge resources and potential,we’ve got greatwind speeds, we’ve got capacity rivalled with the North Sea wind up there.
“People probably don’trealise that 87 per cent of the population of Australia live within 50 kilometres of the coastline, 50 kilometres! So, why wouldn’t we embrace thattechnology that’s close at hand and reduce the travel distance for our electricity.”
Mr Wolfe believes investing in renewables would be agreat opportunity for Australia, and in particular Gippsland, who he said has seen interest from overseas investment withthe strong winds off Bass Strait.
Mr McCubbin relayed asimilar sentiment
Time forchange: Former Latrobe Valleycoal worker Tony Wolfefeatures in the sustainablecentred series ‘Good Neighbours’ discussing the region’s renewableenergy shift.
Photograph supplied
when speaking to the New Joneses crew near the proposed offshorewinddevelopment site and renewable energy zone in Golden Beach.
“I love this area because it’s so beautiful, it’s got agreat environment and the idea is if we can transition away from fossil fuels, we can create acleaner planet, abetter economy and jobs for our kids,” he said.
“This region is mostly supportiveofthe change. We have been part of the energy generation in Australia for acentury. The ideanow is that we’re going to change to cleaner renewables.
“We need to getaway fromthe old way of thinking into anew way of thinking.”
Good Neighbours can be watched for free at: thenewjoneses.com
and driving skills of participants so they can get their Australian licence.
“The course is really about confidence, as much as it is about driving” GLTC Project Officer, Tammy Borg said.
“Many of our participants have come from different circumstances, so it’s about creating a supportive and welcoming environment for them to learn.
“We’re really proud to deliver the first program in Gippsland that supports migrant women to get their licence."
Latrobe Community Health Services Settlement Engagement and Transition SupportWorker, Nikki McNeilage says migrants face all kindsofbarriers when it comes to getting their licence.
“Learning to drive on the opposite side of the road, takingthe testintheir non-preferred language, and even getting to VicRoads to take the test, are all common challenges for migrants,” she said.
Withoutthe independence that driving brings, Nikkisaysmanymigrantsstruggletofind ajob, access school or TAFE, or even get groceries from the shop to their home.
“We’re not just talking about adriver’s licence, we’re talking about aperson’s independence and ability to liveand thrive in thecommunity,” Ms McNeilage said.
Participants received five core education sessions on road rules, driverbehaviour, pedestrian and cyclist safety, as well as paid professional driving lessons.
The Victoria Police Road Safety Team delivered safety lessons and gave participants the opportunity to familiarise themselves with law enforcement.
“The fe edb ack from participa nts has been fantastic; their confidence has skyrocketed and mosthave madeplans to go for their license in the coming months,”MsBorg said
“Through this programwe’re not only helping buildupthe driving skills and safetyknowledge of participants,but we’re alsocreatingsafer roads in Gippsland."
Let’s Get Driving is runningagain in February 2025 in Sale.
To register your interest,email Tammy Borg at gwtsc@aussiebroadband.com.au
Variety displayed at exhibition
MOE Art Society members have been extremely busy preparing for the annual Spring Art Exhibition, which is currently being held at Moe Library on George Street.
More than 100 works are on display, which will continue until Monday, October 28, which will be your last chance to 'Support Your Local Artists'. Opening hours are fromMonday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, and Saturday 9am to 12pm.
With the completion of the art group’s “fantastic” primary school children’s exhibition on October 12, thatexhibition was dismantled, and the art group members’ paintings are now hung in their place.
Themembers’ exhibitionfeatures adiverse varietyofgenres, mediums and subjects and has proven to be very popular to date with many visitors.
The public are cordially invited and encouraged to come along to see what local artists are capable of.
One of thoseexhibiting, Bob Pelchen, said “We put our paintings out on display so that other people, the public, can look at the work and appreciate what we are trying to evoke. Is it some sort of feeling, emotion? Or amemory? Or display of the capability of the artist? Most of us lookfor some sort of 'feedback' so that we can ascertain if we have achieved our aim,
and so learn how to improve our work. So, it is important that people come visit our show. Not necessarily to purchase paintings, but to seewhatweare doing."
“While the sale of apaintingisabonus -it helps pay for materials and framing etcetera -it is certainly not the mostimportant aspect of this group’s exhibition”
With only one or two exceptions, all the paintings are for sale.
There has been many comments on the high standard of workachieved by this relatively small group.They attribute this to the fact that their members are always willing to encourage and demonstrate various techniques to others and to offer positive critique.
They also count themselves as mostfortunate to have some very experienced artists as members of the group, including the well-known Ken Downs, Sharon Wooton, John Reeve, Sandy Thompson and Mr Pelchen. Other members, including Halina Taig, Wendy Nickson, Eileen Powell and others may not be so well known but are just as talented in the use of their various mediums.
Moe Art Society is anot-for-profit community group with the aim of promoting the appreciation of art in Moe and surrounds.
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Drivingforward: Gippsland Trades and Labour Council and Latrobe CommunityHealth has helped migrants in getting behind the wheel. Photograph supplied
Display: John Reeve, Halina Taig and KenDowns at work hanging paintings forthe exhibition at Moe Library Photograph supplied
Best wishesYear12 12
Traralgon College Class of 2024
TraralgonCollege Students2024
Arkley Grace Assender, Isabelle Barnes Elly Bazley Jayden Berry, Hayden Bland, Cameron Bolster-Dunlop Brye Booker, Damian Bourke-Everett, Jayden Boyd, Eliza Bozanich,CChelsea Brand, Perrin Braz, Jack Bryan,Sarah Canty,Kaitlyn Carney, Jesse Chapman, Luke Churchill, Isabelle Clough, Macy Coad, Alex Coulthard, William Cox, Mackenzie Daly,Giselle Dawe,Kain Dawson, Chloe Dean,Bradly Dillon,Liam Dillon,Malachi Dionisio, Sara Doble, Kyan Ellen, Remmy Ellesmere, Rory Fenn, Adam Fernance, Logan Finlay,Sienna
The Traralgon College class of 2024 have been an inspirational and dedicated group of students.
They have been committed to our college, their studies and one another Year 12 can be achallenging year,however our students have met these challenges head on.
They have consistently demonstrated our college values –respect for the whole college community,responsibility towards their studies and resilience in theface of the challenges of an ever-changing educational environment
It is quite an achievement to successfully complete secondaryschool, especially against the backdrop of the challenges faced early in their secondaryschooling with the pandemic.
As acollege, we areproud of our students navigating these challenges and providing strong leadership across our Grey Street Campus.
We have been impressed at their commitment to role modelling our cultureof high expectations and continually growing together as adaptable, confident,and successful learners and citizens.
We aregrateful to our parents and families for the continued support of the college throughout the year
We know across our community,itisthe partnership of students, teachers and families that brings about the best educational outcomes for our students. Together as aschool community we aremost proud of the determination and tenacityour students have showningraduating this year
As you begin the next exciting part of yourlifejourney,we wish you everysuccess and happiness for the futureand at the college we look forwardtocontinuing to work with you, to support you through this transitional time.
Fiona Milkins College Principal Traralgon College
Best wishesYear 12
Cycling Without Age hits region
THE official launch of anew initiative, in which volunteersprovide free trishaw bike rides to those who are unable to cycle by themselves, edges ever closer as Cycling Without Age Gippsland reaches another milestone.
From humble beginnings in Denmark to an international phenomenon operating in more than 40 countries,Cycling WithoutAge is bringing joy, one trishaw bike ride at atime.
Sincearriving in Australia in 2016, the charity thataddresses social isolation and community engagementfor the elderly and those with limited mobility has grown to more than 45 chapters nationwide
CyclingWithout Age Gippsland is Australia's newest Cycling Without Age chapter, with Federal Member for Gippsland, Darren Chester leading the initiative as honorary president.
"Tak ing inspi ratio nf ro maw orldw ide movement, agroupoflocalshas formed the new Cycling Without Age chapter, and I have been elected as the inaugural Chair of 'Cycling Without Age Gippsland' and given the responsibility to help trial the concept," Mr Chester said.
"It's anot-for-profitcharitythat provides acommunity service by connecting those no longer abletoride for themselves with theircommunity and the outdoorsbygiving them free rides on trishaw e-bikes, piloted by volunteer cyclists.
"The state-of-the-art trishaws are purposebuiltfor the safe transportation of passengers, andthisisthe first opportunity to bring this program to towns across Gippsland."
CyclingWithout Age Gippsland is on trackto develop amobile service for Sale, Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance before the end of this year, having successfully acquired its first trishaw, with aplan to purchase another trishaw and acustom-built trailer.
Mostrecently, Cycling WithoutAge Gippsland committee members Treasurer-Secretary Carolynne Rankcomand former Express journalist Zoe Askew underwent trishaw pilot training with the team at Cycling Without Age Westernport.
"Obviously, safety is our number one priority, and we will be training all our volunteers to make sure our passengers have the best possible experience," Ms Rankcom said.
"Just seeing the smiles on the faces of the passengers at the Westernport servicehas inspired us even further, and we are increasing our fundraising efforts.
"The group has already raised in excess of $35,000 with the support of local businesses and community groups and is encouraging locals to make acontribution through acommunity fundraising initiative."
If you woul dlik etodonat eand are in ap osi tio nt od os o, go to: chuf fed .org / project/112484-cwa-gippsland
Anyone interested in registering to train as avolunteer pilot can email CyclingWithout Age Gippsland at cwagippsland@gmail.com
Ambo abuse needs to stop
AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) is urging Victorians to treat paramedics and call takers with respect when they see them at an emergency incident or in the community.
Ambulance Victoria employees and clinicians work hard to provide the best possible assistance and care to communities, and yetthey continue to be exposed to occupational violence and abuse.
There has beenmore than 100 reported incidents resulting in injury from July 2023 to March 2024.
Recent incidents include:
Aparamedic was grabbed and punched in the face by apatient they were treating;
Aparamedic suffered adislocation after a patient became aggressive;
Paramedics harassed and followed by a man outside of aMelbourne hospital, who was threatening to assault them; and,
Additionally, people are often exposed to situations involving verbal assault, swearing and name calling. This escalating behaviour can result in paramedics pausing their treatment or withdrawing from the scene or terminating a call.
AV Executive Director Regional Operations, Danielle North, said violence against paramedics was never okay.
"We do not accept this behaviour as partofthe job. We know emergencysituations can be stressful for people,but this is no excuse to behave aggressively towards paramedics,” she said.
“We are aware of several serious occupational violence incidents recently across the state and it is timely that we remind the community again that violence against paramedics, first responders and call takers is never okay.
“Our top priority is the safety of our paramedics and firstresponders, and theyhaveour full support to leave an incidentifthey ever feel unsafe. Assaulting or berating aparamedicwillnot help them do their job any quicker.”
For paramedicstoprovide quick and effective treatment, they need asafeenvironment to work in. Paramedics are fully supportedbyAVinreporting theirexperience with police.
Injuring an emergency worker in Victoria is aCategory 1offence and carries amandatory minimum six-month jail sentence.
For moreinformation on the impact of occupational violence on paramedics and how the public can help, visit: ambulance.vic.gov.au/campaigns/ respect-our-paramedics
Initiative: Cycling Without Agecommittee member and former Express journalist, Zoe Askew Photograph supplied
HOROSCOPES
by Joanne Madeline Moore
October 21-October 27,2024
Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19)
Theres the potential for explosive Sun-Pluto power struggles on Tuesday and Wednesday (with an authority figure, work colleague or loved one) So calm down Rams and try to communicate with extra care and diplomacy, otherwise you could overreact and do or say something you later regret Friday looks rather fabulous, as the lovely Mars/Uranus link highlights your adventurous Aries nature Time to express explore experiment and enthuse!
Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20)
Are your dreams achievable? Are you being realistic about a project that’s due to be completed? Perhaps you need to be more proactive get others on board and learn to delegate? If you think creatively, work hard and capitalise on your group connections, then you ll eventually taste success Communication is emphasised, so expect plenty of phone calls, texts, tweets and emails But avoid getting drawn into an argument about work religion or politics
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
On Tuesday there’s a terrific trine between Saturn and your patron planet, Mercury So it’s a great week for mental focus, long-term planning and clever problem-solving especially at work But tread carefully with a temperamental friend or family member who wants things done their way – and may not be prepared to compromise Joint finances could also be a point of contention On Friday, do something adventurous that makes your heart sing!
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22)
When it comes to a relationship issue are you desperately trying to fix a frustrating situation? Prepare for some resistance from other people (especially your partner or a family member) Quick fixes won’t work You need to slow down and think things through in a realistic and responsible fashion However, when it comes to a personal project or a group endeavour, being proactive and adventurous will work in your favour Strike while the iron is hot!
Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)
There’s a challenging connection between Pluto and the Sun, so try to avoid family squabbles, online arguments and run-ins with authority figures If you are the person in charge, then resist the urge to be bossy and overbearing Behaving like a demanding Diva will get you nowhere fast! Strive to be extra patient which is not one of your natural virtues For some proactive Cats, Mars and Uranus shake things up and take you in a new direction at work
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22)
Expect an eventful week, as the Sun/Pluto square stirs up trouble A doub e dose of dip omacy is required if you want to keep the peace The focus s on long-term re ationships How to nurture them, keep them and then let them go f you have outgrown each other Enjoyable mutua nterests are essentia to satisfying romantic and p atonic relat onsh ps A c ose friend cou d also be the final piece of the puzzle as you fo low your true destiny
Venus (your patron planet) is visiting your communication zone, which highlights flirtatious encounters, romantic adventures and long-term friendships But – courtesy of the Sun/Pluto square – possessiveness and jealousy could rear their ugly heads So slap on a diplomatic smile and share the love around As actress/writer (and Libran birthday great) Carrie Fisher observed: “Everything is negotiable Whether or not the negotiation is easy is another thing
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21)
The Sun squares powerful Pluto (your boss planet) and then transits into Scorpio, which boosts your temperamental streak and your control-freak tendencies You could feel like you re stuck in a self-sabotaging rut or even going backwards You’ll find the more stubborn you are the more challenging the week will be As comedian (and birthday great) John Cleese reminds us: “You don’t have to be the Dalai Lama to tell people that lifes about change ”
Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)
On Tuesday take the time to listen to what a housemate or relative is really saying, but don t let finances come between you and a friend Do you enjoy your job and does it stimulate your mind? Take the time to re-evaluate a professional matter (or a volunteer position) as Mars and Uranus stimulate your work sector It’s also a great time to be more adventurous physically, as you get active in the great outdoors via biking, hiking, bushwalking or camping
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)
This week Pluto pushes your insecurity buttons, which could activate your protective Capricorn shield But the more defensive – and resistant to change – you are, the more exhausted you ll feel And the more difficult the week will be Try to get the balance right between maintaining the status quo (with things that are working) and changing the aspects of your life that aren’t functioning well A close relationship certainly needs to be reviewed and renewed
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)
With the Sun (creativity) and Mercury (communication) both transiting through your career zone it will be easier to sort out workplace problems than at other times, especially if you articulate your thoughts and are prepared to compromise A stressed friend or colleague is hoping you can provide some astute advice and a helping hand Fridays proactive Mars/Uranus link is fabulous for sorting out a work problem or motivating a family matter
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)
Someone may pressure you to revea information that was given to you n confidence Hence your current mora and phi osophica conundrum as you ponder: ‘Is honesty always the best pol cy’? With the Sun, Mercury and Uranus al activating your travel zone adventure and faraway places beckon so start p anning your it nerary now It s also mportant to keep up to date w th your internat onal contacts Who knows where they wi l eventual y ead?
COPYRIGHTJoanneMadelineMoore2024
Hoyle St, Morwell
Great man: John Hoyle servedoncountlesscommittees in and around Morwell duringhis lifetime Photograph supplied
HOYLE Street in central Morwell is named after John BartonHoyle, who arrived in Morwell in 1890 from Mooroopna with his wife Mary.
They married in 1889 and had adaughter, Rose Catherine, born in Morwell in 1891.
John Barton Hoyle or ‘JB’ as he was known by close acquaintancesinthe town, wasa prominent businessman and he opened an office in CommercialRoad,Morwell. Hisagency business included services as aland, insurance and general commission agent including ‘land selling’ (a real estate agent). His agency extended to products for dairy farmers such as ‘The Primrose Cream Separator’ and ‘International Kerosene Engine’, Disc Harrows and to taking orders for various fruitand ornamentaltrees fromC JGoodman in Bairnsdale.
You would not find amore civic mindedman than ‘JB’, as he quickly became involved in the community organisations that embodied the spirit of Morwell as agreat place to live at the turn of the 19th century.
Mr Hoyle was to become an officebearer, usually secretary, in at least 22 community organisations including the MorwellPatriotic Committee, Morwell Mechanics Institute, Morwell Football Club, Morwell District Football Association, Morwell Masonic Lodge, Morwell and District Progress Association, Morwell State School Board of Advice, Brown Coal Development Committee, Morwell Rifle Club, MorwellBrass Band,Morwell Turf Club, St Patrick’s Day Sports Day, Boxing Day Carnival,and Morwell Shire Coronation Celebrations in 1911.
home and arousing reception was awaiting these men. In August 1898, at the time of Shire of Morwell Council Elections, Mr Hoyle was elected as Auditor forthe Shire-315 votes to ADonaldson’s 214 votes. In 1911, Mr Hoyle was appointed the State Land Tax Assessor for the Shire of Morwell.
One of JB’s finest achievements was the erection of the Morwell Soldiers’ Memorial monument in Commercial Rd, opposite the then-post office. After much discussion in the community it was agreed this would be an appropriate recognition of the soldiers who had served and fallen in World War 1. Acommittee wasformed and Mr. Hoylewas nominated secretary. The recommended design was approved in July 1920 and the remaining arrangements for this project were left to him. Mr Hoyle had long suffered from bronchial asthma and he was again unwell with this illness. Finally adate was set for Monday, June 6, 1921 for the officialunveiling ceremony. Unfortunately Mr Hoyle was too ill to attend and died later that evening.
He was survived by his wife and daughter.
The Morwell Soldiers’Memorial monument was relocatedtoPrinces Dr opposite Hoyle Street in December 1969and then again in June 1990 to theroundabout at the intersection of Tarwin and Elgin streets outside Morwell RSL.
Mr John Barton Hoyle (1860-1921) is remembered as atireless worker for the community involved in providing many enjoyable activities. He worked towardsthe progress andprosperity of those living in Morwell and district.
As secretary of the MorwellPatriotic Committee, Mr Hoylewas at the forefront of hastilyorganising crowds to gather at the Morwell Railway Station whennewscame throughthat soldiers who served in the Boer War and World War 1were returning
The naming of astreetinMorwell in his honour was afitting tribute.
Sources:various issues of Morwell Advertiser, Morwell &Yinnar Gazette, GippslandFarmers’ Journal and Traralgon Record.
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Historypreservation highlighted
THE state government is supporting community groups to preserve Victoria’s rich history by showcasing historical records and collections.
Ministerfor Government Services, Gabrielle Williams announced that applications are open for the state government’s Local History Grants Program.
The Local History Grants Program has been running for 23 years, recognising the importance of collecting and preserving the state’s history.
“Community groups across the state work tirelessly to preserve Victoria’s rich and fascinating history -it'sapleasure to be able to support their work with these grants,” Ms Williams said.
“We encourage all local historians and community groups to go online and apply for agrant -I can’t wait to see some of the history projects that we’ll be able to support.”
Projects supported through previous grants
include newspaper and photograph digitisation works, memorial websites, anniversary projects, digital histories, oral histories, archiving projects, communitysignage, exhibitions and walking tours. Community groups such as historical societies, museums and schools are all encouraged to apply for grants to assist with funding for their historical projects, with up to $15,000 available per grant.
“For over two decades the Local History Grants Program has beenpreserving Victoria’s pricelesshistoricalstories and collections for future generations. We are looking forward to providing grants to anotherexciting round of projects,” Public Records Office Victoria Director and Keeper of Public Records, Justine Hazelwood said. More than40organisations received agrant through last year’s funding round. Applications can be made online by Monday, December 92024 at: prov.vic.gov.au
TheGuide
Seven, Friday, 8 30pm
Jamie Duriecertainly has his hands full: not only is he researching,designing and building the most environmentally friendly home possible andfilming the process, but he’s also running his own business, planning awedding to hispartner,singer-songwriter AmekaJane(pictured with Durie and their children Nash and Beau), while the couple await the birth of their secondchild. Theformer BackyardBlitz presenter returns to Aussie TV with this informative and innovativeproject that also gives viewers a behind-the-scenespeek at his home life. Durie’s lifelong passion forsustainability informs every aspectofhis dream home, from geothermal heatingand coolingtoprotecting his block’snative gum trees. GrowingHomeis abreath of fresh air
TASKMASTER AUSTRALIA
10, Tuesday, 7.30pm
Now that we’repastthe halfway mark of TomGleeson’s third (though not quite annual) televised task-athon, some patterns have become clear: Fiskstar Aaron Chenisaquiet achiever,Mel Buttle couldn’t convince the Taskmaster the sky is blue, Rhys Nicholson has agift fordouble entendre, Concetta Caristo (pictured) is joypersonified and Peter Helliar will always find theeasiest waypossible to makethe maximum impact.Tonight,Gleeson tasks the comedians with acquiring budgetart,wrapping their head around the concept of a“litre-metre”,penning country-music tributes to taxi drivers, making TomCashmanfeel unwelcome, and debatingthe existence of aliens GROWING HOME
SOCCER:A-LEAGUE MEN
10 Bold, Saturday, 7.35pm
Having facedthe Central Coast Mariners in an opening-round grand final rematch lastweek,Melbourne Victoryare heading from the frying pan intothe fire, with the first of three Melbournederbiestaking place tonight.New head coach
Patrick Kisnorbo has setthe barhigh, torywill be keen to secure ason-long bragging rights Meanwhile, the departureof Jamie Maclaren leavestheir hosts Melbourne City withan opportunity to testafresh roster
After adecade playinginEurope, defender and 70-cap Socceroo Aziz Behich (pictured)leads City into anew eraasAustralianfootball’s greatestrivals kick-start the 2024/25 season. If historyisany indication, it’sgoing to be averyspicy clash.
Wednesday, October 23
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABCNews.
7.30 7.30
8.00 Hard Quiz (PG)
8.30 Question Everything. Presented by Wil Andersonand JanFran. 9.05 Fisk. (Ml, R) Ray breaks the networking group rules.
9.35 PlanetAmerica Alook at the US politics.
10.05 Spicks AndSpecks. (PG,R)
10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 In Limbo.(Mal, R) 12.10 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 12.55 KillingEve.(Mav R) 1.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.25 Rage (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30.(R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia: Huelva And Aracena. (PGa)Michael Portillo celebrates Andalucia.
8.20 Titanic Revisited An investigation into thecause of the sinkingof theRMS Titanicon 15 April 1912.
9.20 Four YearsLater (Mal) With his exam looming, Yash is laser-focused but at thesame time is barely coping.
10.30 SBS WorldNews Late. 11.00 Carmen Curlers. (Mas) 1.15 Romulus. (MA15+av, R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGa R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.
PICK OF THEWWEEK
SEVEN (7,6)
NINE (9,8) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners.(R) 10.55 Q+A. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.25 Space 22. (PGa, R) 2.55 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R) 3.50 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs Revisited. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow (R) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Destination Flavour.(R) 9.15 ForThe Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.10 Home Is Where The ArtIs. (R) 11.05 Icons. (PGavw, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces.(PG, R) 2.50 Scotland: Escape To The Wilderness. (PGl, R) 3.45 The CookUp. (R) 4.15 Inside Balmoral.(PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 TheMorningShow. (PG) 11.30 SevenMorning News. 12.00 My KitchenRules. (PGl, R) 1.40 BorderSecurity: International (PG, R) 2.10 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 TheChase. (R) 4.00 SevenNews At 4. 5.00 TheChaseAustralia.
6.00 SevenNews
7.00 Home And Away (PGa) Bree is leftshaken.
7.30 The1%Club UK (PG) HostedbyLee Mack.
8.30 Arj Barker: Comes Clean. (Mals) Astand-up comedy performance by Arj Barker where he sharessome home truths.
9.45 Australia: NowAnd Then. (Mal, R) Part 3of4
10.45 TheLatest: SevenNews.
11.15 Chicago Fire. (Ma)
12.15 Stan Lee’sLucky Man. (MA15+av)
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBCToday 5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
ABITE TO EATWITH ALICE ABC TV,weeknights from Monday, 6pm
Got any dinner reservations lined up forthis week?Now youdo. In anightlycooking show bursting with fresh ingredients, familiar facesand easy, relatable recipes (saygoodbye to sous-vide, hibachi grill and quenelled anything), prolific cookbook author and former MasterChefcontestant Alice Zaslavsky(pictured) seeks to inspireconfidence in the kitchen. In Monday’spremiere,Zaslavsky is joined by ABCbreakfast radio host Sammy Jfor Bircher muesli and an avocado challenge,beforeshe tries to break what the comedian terms his “lasagnecurse”. Busytonight? Tune in later this week to break bread with PohLing Yeow,Colin Lane,Pia Mirandaand JoshThomas.
TEN (10, 5)
6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 TheBlock.(PGl,R) 1.00 The Hundred With AndyLee. (Ms, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9NewsAfternoon 4.30[VIC]TippingPoint Australia.(PG) 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30[VIC]WINNews. 6.00 The Talk.(PGa) 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 EverydayGourmet.
6.00 9News.
7.00 ACurrent Affair
7.30 TheBlock (PGl)
8.30 Listing Melbourne. (Premiere,Ml) Followsfive Melbourne real estate agents.
9.40 Britain’sMostExpensive Houses. Part 1of5
10.45 9News Late.
11.15 Law& Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av)
12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Drive TV.(R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.(R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory.(PGa) 4.30 ACurrent Affair.(R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
Supertato 5.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory 5.35 Fireman Sam. 5.45 Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 HeyDuggee 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun TheSheep 7.35 LittleLunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 9.30 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. 10.00 Ninjago 10.30 Pokémon Horizons: The Series. 11.00 Bakugan: Evolutions. Noon
6am TheFishingShow 7.00 StepOutside WithPaul Burt. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 AFootball Life 9.00 America’s Game: TheSuper Bowl Champions. 10.00 Storage Wars 10.30 American Restoration. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Pawn Stars. 1.00 OutbackTruckers. 3.00 Billy TheExterminator 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 HighwayPatrol. 8.30 The Force: Behind TheLine 9.30 World’sWildest Police Videos. 11.30 SwampPeople. 12.30am American Restoration. 1.00 American Pickers 2.00 Late Programs. 9GO! (93, 82) 6am Earth To Echo.Continued. (2014,PG) 6.20 The KidFrom The Big Apple 2. (2017,PG, Mandarin) 8.30 Lara. (2019,PG, German) 10.20 TheCityOfLost Children. (1995,M,French) 12.25pm The PeopleUpstairs. (2020, M, Spanish) 1.55 The Thief Lord. (2006, PG) 3.45 Time Bandits. (1981,PG) 5.55 Phil Tippett: Mad Dreams And Monsters. (2019,PG) 7.30 Kin.(2018, M) 9.25 Chappie.(2015,MA15+) 11.40 L.A. Story. (1991, M) 1.30am ShivaBaby. (2020, M) 3.00 The Nest. (2020, MA15+) 5.00 Phil Tippett: Mad Dreams And Monsters. (2019,PG)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. HostedbyGrant Denyer
6.30 TheProject Alook at the day’snews. 7.30 SharkTank. (PGa) A panel is pitched inventions. 8.40 NCIS:Origins. (Premiere,Mav) LeroyJethroGibbs startshis career as part of the Naval InvestigativeService operating outofCamp Pendleton. 10.40 10’s Late News Coverage of news, sportand weather 11.05 TheProject. (R) Alook at theday’snews. 12.05 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
Thursday,October 24
Burke. 9.00 Long Lost Family (Return, PG) Davina McCall and NickyCampbell help people find theirlong-lost relatives. 9.45 Fake Or Fortune? Henry Moore (R) Part 3of5 10.45 ABCLateNews. 11.00 TheBusiness. (R) 11.20 Take 5With Zan Rowe: Neil Finn. (PG, R) 11.50 Grand Designs. (R) 12.40 KillingEve (MA15+v,R)
1.20 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.10 Rage.(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30.(R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS WorldNews.
7.35 GreatAustralian Walks: The RieslingTrail. (Final, PG) Susie Youssef heads to South Australia. 8.30 National ParksFrom Above:Argentina. (PG) Takes alook at LosGlaciares National Park in Argentina from the air 9.25 Paris HasFallen. (M) Pearce gives Julietteadeadlinebut an investigative breakthrough puts Zaraand Vincent back on top 10.20 SBS WorldNewsLate 10.50 Fallen. (Mal) 12.30 Germinal. (Masv, R) 3.30 Paddington Station24/7. (PGl, R) 4.20 Bamay.(R) 4.50 Destination Flavour ChinaBitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And TheVegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey 7.30 Shaun The Sheep 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 The Wonderful World Of Puppies. 9.10 TeenageBoss: Next Level. 9.35 Doctor Who 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 SevenNews. 7.00 Home And Away (PG) Tane says an emotionalfarewell.
8.30 Australia’sMostDangerous Prisoners (MA15+alv)Ex-inmates, journalists, former correctional officers and psychologistsrevealwhat lifebehind bars is likefor notorious Australian prisoners Corey Breen, Malcolm Baker and Daniel Holdom.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl) Follows the activities of police units
8.30 RPA: Backpacker Ruby (PGm) Aman contemplatesbrain surgery to cure his epilepsy. An accident prone backpacker has alaceration to her hand.
9.30 A+EAfter Dark. (Mlm) In London, an eyeinjury from mixing concrete requires action to prevent permanent damage
10.30 9News Late.
11.00 Casualty 24/7 (Mm, R)
11.50 Resident Alien. (Mav)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop:Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 GlobalShop (R) 3.00 TV Shop: HomeShopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s VoiceOfVictory.(PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.(R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today
6.00 Deal Or No Deal Hosted by GrantDenyer 6.30 TheProject. Alookatthe day’snews. 7.30 TopGear Australia. (Mlns) The boys head to central Colombia to find the world’sbestcoffee beans and bring them back to Sydney 8.50 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible (1996,Mv, R) Asecret agent sets out to discoverwho double-crossed him and killed his colleagues. Tom Cruise, JonVoight, Ving Rhames. 11.05 10’s Late News. Coverage of news,sportand weather 11.30 TheProject. (R) Alook at theday’s news. 12.30 TheLateShowWith Stephen Colbert (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBSMornings. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 TheMovie Show Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Hustle 1.20 The Story Of 1.50 Ice Cowboys 2.40 The WineLovers’ Guide To Australia 3.10 WorldWatch. 5.05 Monty Python’s Best Bits (Mostly) 5.40 The Casketeers. 6.10 Secret World Of Las Vegas. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8Out Of 10 Cats 8.30 Hells Angels:Kingdom Come. 10.20 Late Programs.
6am Phil
Tippett: Mad DreamsAnd Monsters. Continued. (2019,PG) 6.35 Spread Your Wings. (2019,PG) 8.40 AfterYang. (2021, PG) 10.30 Joe Bell. (2020, M) 12.15pm ShivaBaby. (2020, M) 1.40 Earth To Echo.(2014,PG) 3.20 Lara.(2019,PG, German) 5.15 Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 7.30 Transcendence. (2014,M) 9.40 Moonfall. (2022, M) 12.05am Late Programs. 5.55 Lara. (2019, PG, German) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm ShortlandSt. 2.30 The CookUp. 3.00 Jarjums
Friday,October 25
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
SEVEN (7,6)
NINE (9,8) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (R) 10.30 Take 5WithZan Rowe.(PG,R) 11.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Miniseries: Nolly.(Ml, R) 1.45 Plum. (Madls, R) 2.50 Makers Of Modern Australia. (Final, PGa, R) 3.50 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 AntiquesRoadshow (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABCNews.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadistoursa rhododendron garden
8.30 Miniseries: Nolly (Ml) Part 2of3.With exit day looming, Nollyisdesperate to know how she will be killed off from Crossroads
9.15 Fisk (Ml, R) When Ray breaks the networking group rules by dating amember,Helen has to pitch herself as his replacement
9.45 QuestionEverything. (R) Presented by WilAnderson and Jan Fran
10.20 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
10.50 ABCLateNews. 11.05 TheLarkins. (PG,R)
12.45 Rage New Music (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage.(PG)
6am MorningPrograms. 10.10 Home Is WhereThe ArtIs. (PG, R) 11.05 Icons. (Malv R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Plat Du Tour 2.05 Discovering Film: Maggie Smith. (PG) 3.00 NITVNews: Nula. 3.30 Lucknow (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up.(R) 4.10 Luke Nguyen’sIndia. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy!(R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Lost Treasures Of AncientRome: Rome’s Lost DesertCity. (PGav) Archaeologists excavate aburied city. 8.25 CastleSecrets. (Mav) Takes alookatcastles, including the one at the centre of alegend of a bloodthirsty tyrant in Transylvania 9.20 Rise Of TheNazis: The Downfall. (Mav,R)Part 3of3 10.30 SBS WorldNewsLate. 11.00 TheAllegation. (MA15+a) 12.20 TheWall: CoverYour Tracks. (Mav, R) 3.40 Paddington Station 24/7.(MA15+l, R) 4.30 Peer To Peer.(R) 5.00 NHK World EnglishNews Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.40pm Pfffirates 6.50 GingerAnd The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep 7.35 Star Wars: YoungJedi Adventures. 7.50 The Strange Chores 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!” 8.55 Robot Wars 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Lara. Continued. (2019, PG, German) 7.45 Capricorn One. (1977,PG) 10.00 Kin. (2018, M) 11.55 L.A. Story. (1991, M) 1.45pm Phil Tippett: Mad Dreams And Monsters. (2019,PG) 3.20 RideOn. (2023, PG, Mandarin)
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Colin Fassnidge shows how to makea pizzabase.
8.30 Growing Home With Jamie Durie: TheMission. (Premiere, PGl) Follows landscape designer Jamie Durie and his youngfamily on their three-year journey as they build theireco-friendly dream home on Sydney’sNorthern Beaches.
9.30 Body In TheSnow: TheMurder Of Joanna Yeates. (Mav,R)Part 1of2 Examines the murder of landscape architect Joanna Yeates and the hunt for her killer
12.00 GetOn Extra. Alookat the weekend’sbestracing.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Ocean. (PG,R) NarratedbySir DavidAttenborough. 8.40 MOVIE: Olympus Has Fallen. (2013,MA15+lv,R)After the White House is taken over by terrorists, a former secret service agent must savethe president. Gerard Butler Morgan Freeman, AaronEckhart. 11.00 Race To TheMelbourne Cup Carnival. 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 SkippyThe Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Global Shop.(R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG,R)
TEN (10, 5)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by GrantDenyer. 6.30 TheProject Alook at theday’s news. 7.30 SortYour Life Out. (PGa) Stacey Solomon and her team help anurse and her husband transform their family home through alife-changing declutter. 8.45 Have YouBeen Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to seewho canremember the most
Saturday,October26
Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 3.25 Classic 100Concert 2024 (PG,R) 4.55 Take 5WithZan Rowe.(PG,R) 5.25 Landline (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)
6.30 Back Roads: Nimmitabel, NSW (PG, R) Heather Ewart heads to Nimmitabel, NSW
7.00 ABCNews. Alookatthe topstories of the day
7.30 Grantchester (Mv) Alphy and Geordie probe the murder of an archaeologistand uncoveratangled web of betrayal.
8.20 Vera (Mav,R)Part 1of4.Vera investigatesafter aphysiotherapist is shot while staying at aretreat. The case also touchesonJoe’s past when they discoverone of the suspects is someone he had previously arrested. 9.50 Plum. (Madls, R) Aretired footy player is diagnosedwitha brain disorder that may be aresult of injuries he received on the field.
10.45 Countdown To War. (R) Part 1of3
11.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.
6am MorningPrograms. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour 9.00 DestinationFlavour. (R) 9.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 10.05 Love Your Garden (PG, R) 11.00 Ageless Gardens. (R) 12.00
6.30 SBS WorldNews.
7.30 Inside Windsor Castle. (PG) Alook at at thehistory of Windsor Castle
8.25 TheCotswoldsWith PamAyres: Bourton On Water (R) Part 1of4 British poetand comedian PamAyressets off on ajourney around the Cotswolds.
9.15 TheWorld’sMostBeautiful Landscapes: TheCauseway Coast. (R) Robert Lindsay narrates ajourney through thelandscape of Northern Ireland’sCauseway Coast
10.10 So Long, Marianne. (MA15+) Apregnant Marianne returns to Norway. 11.10 Paris Paris. (Mls, R) Aman discovers amysterious tunnel. 12.10 RexInRome. (Mv,R) 3.45 Paddington Station24/7 (PGal,R)
4.35 Bamay.(R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANCPhilippinesThe World Tonight.
6.00 SevenNews.
7.00 TheGreat Outdoors. The team travels by train through the heart of Switzerland and visits the world’swhitest beach.
7.30 MOVIE: TheWoman King (2022) In the 1800s Africa, an all-femaleunit of warriors fights to protect their kingdom. Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch.
10.20 MOVIE: Flatliners. (2017, Malsv, R) Agroup of medical students experiments with near-death experiences, but the dark consequencesendanger their lives. Elliot Page,NinaDobrev 12.35 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship.Round 11. Gold Coast500.Day 1. Highlights.
1.35 Harr y’sPractice. (R) Information about petcare
6.30 TheDog House. (PG, R) An 85-year-old is trying to decide who wouldmakeabetter match:a stubborn beagle or shyJack Russell 7.30 NCIS: Origins. (Mav,R)Leroy Jethro Gibbs startshis career as part of theNaval Investigative Service operating outofCamp Pendleton. 9.30 TheCheap Seats. (Mal, R) From major newsstoriestoentertainment and viral videos, presenters Melanie Bracewelland Tim McDonald take alookatthe week that was. 10.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mad,R) Afrantic callfrom awitness to amotor vehicle accident requiresconcise advice fromthe medical dispatcher 11.45 AmbulanceUK. (Ma, R) First respondersattend to elderly patients. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program. 6am WorldWatch.
10.00 TheMovie Show Noon Scrubs 2.10 Motorcycle Racing. FIM SuperbikeWorld C’ship H’lights. 3.10 Jungletown. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 The Future With Hannah Fry. 6.30 The Secret Genius Of Modern Life 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Crush: Itaewon Halloween Tragedy 10.20 187Minutes: Capitol Riots 11.10 Hudson &Rex Midnight Late Programs.
6am The Final Countdown. Continued. (1980,PG) 7.35 The Fifth Element. (1997, PG) 10.00 Moonfall. (2022, M) 12.25pm Transcendence.(2014,M) 2.35 Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 4.50 Welcome Home,Roxy Carmichael. (1990,PG) 6.40 Cheerful WeatherFor The Wedding. (2012, PG) 8.30 The Son. (2022, M) 10.45 Concussion. (2013, MA15+) 12.35am Late Programs. 5.55 The MovieShow. 6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: Where The Wild Things Are.(2009, PG) 1.45 Volcanic Odysseys 2.35 NITVNews: Nula. 3.05 Great Lakes Wild. 3.35 Pretendians. 4.20 MOVIE: Frog Dreaming. (1986,PG) 6.00 News. 6.10 PacificIsland Food Revolution. 7.00 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Dark Age. (1987,MA15+) 10.10 Stan Walker: Impossible Live. 11.05
6.00 GrandDesignsAustralia. (R) 7.00 ABCNews.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.
8.00 Fisk. (Ml) Helen finds herselfobligated to help
8.30 Plum. (Mal)Plum’s ex-wife Renee is theonlyone awareofhis dire medical prognosis, but she urges himtoshare it. 9.25 IWas Ac tually There: Boxing Day Tsunami. (Ma,R)Firsthand accountsofthe Boxing Day Tsunami. 10.00 YouCan’t Ask That: Firefighters (Ml, R)
7.30 TheChoice 2024:Harris Vs Trump Alookatthe two US presidential candidates 9.45 TheVPChoice:Vance Vs Walz. Takesalookatthe livesand views of JD Vanceand Tim Walz as they run forvicepresident. 10.50 Devil’sConfession: Lost Eichmann Tapes: Dealing With TheDevil. (MA15+avw,R)Part3 of 3. 11.50 GeoffDixon: Portraits Of Us. (Ml, R) 1.25 24 Hours In Emergency (Mal, R) 2.20 Babies: Their Wonderful World. (PGa, R) 4.30 Peer To Peer (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature 5.30 AlJazeeraNews.
7.00 ACurrent Affair
7.30 MOVIE: Edge Of Tomorrow. (2014,Mlv,R)After being sent on asuicide mission to battle an alien menace, aman finds himself reliving the same day.Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt.
9.45 MOVIE: Stargate. (1994,PGv,R) An Egyptologist helps unlock a mysterious artefact that serves as a gateway to another world.Kurt Russell, James Spader, Jaye Davidson.
12.05 MOVIE: Strange Invaders. (1983,PGh, R) Aliens take overa midwest town. Paul Le Mat.
2.00 TheIncredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop:Home Shopping (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
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7TWO (72, 62) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm Adele: ANew Chapter 3.45 MOVIE: Hating AlisonAshley.(2005,PG) 5.50 MOVIE: The Addams Family.(2019,PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Addams Family 2. (2021, PG) 9.20 MOVIE: Hot Pursuit.(2015,M) 11.05 The O.C 12.05am The Originals. 2.00 Adele: ANew Chapter 3.00 Teen TitansGo! 3.30 BeybladeX 4.00 PowerPlayers. 4.30 Pokémon:XYZ 4.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Motor Racing.Supercars Championship.Round 11. GoldCoast500.Day 1. Qualifying and supportraces.
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Women’s.Week 2. Fiji vCook Islands. 6.45 Rugby League. PacificChampionships. Week 2. Fiji vCook Islands. 9.00 MOVIE: Hang ’Em High.(1968,M) 11.20 Late Programs.
support races. 2.30 Motor Racing.Supercars C’ship.Round 11. GoldCoast 500.Day 2. Pre-race and race 22. 5.30 Border Security:Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 6.00 Hello SA.(PG,R)
6.00 SevenNews.
7.00 TheVoice. (Final) Hosted by SoniaKruger. 9.05 7NEWS Spotlight An exclusivespecial investigation 10.05 Crime Investigation Australia: MostInfamous: TheGreenough Family Massacre. (MA15+adv,R)A look at themurder of the MacKenzie family 11.30 Ant Middleton And Liam Payne: Straight Talking. 12.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship.Round 11. Gold Coast 500.Day 2. Highlights. 1.30 Harr y’sPractice (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
Million Dollar Minute. (R)
6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 TheBlock. (PGl) Hostedby ScottCam and Shelley Craft. 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issuesaffecting allAustralians. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 See No Evil: Night Caller (Mal) Alookatthe murder of Jonathan Cherol. 11.10 TheFirst48: TheBreak
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7TWO (72, 62) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.45pm MOVIE: Pokémon:Giratina And The Sky Warrior.(2008) 3.45 MOVIE: Penguins Of Madagascar.(2014) 5.30 MOVIE: MonsterFamily 2. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Great Wall.(2016,M) 9.30 MOVIE: Hercules. (2014,M) 11.30 Gotham. 1.30am Love AfterLockup 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30
Programs.
Monday,October 28
6.00 ABite To Eat With Alice. (Premiere)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG,R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30 Presented by Sarah Ferguson. 8.00 Australian Stor y. Presented by Leigh Sales.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, firing debate and confronting taboos.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG)
Presented by Paul Barry.
9.35 Q+A. Presented by Patricia Karvelas.
10.35 ABC LateNews.
10.50 TheBusiness. (R)
11.10 Planet America (R)
11.40 Louis Theroux Interviews... (Madls, R)
12.25 Grand Designs.(PG,R) 1.10 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 2.00 Rage.(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Catalyst. (R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30.(R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS WorldNews
7.35 Into TheAmazon With Robson Green. (PGa) Part 3of3
8.30 8Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls) Game show featuring contestants Jonathan Ross,Joe Wilkinson, Roisin Conaty and Ahir Shah.
9.25 NeverMind TheBuzzcocks. (Mdls) Music-based pop culture quiz show, featuring panellists Shaun Ryder,Bez and Desiree Burch.
10.05 Have IGot News ForYou U.S. (Mals) Hosted by Roy Wood Jr 10.55 SBSWorldNewsLate. 11.25 ExteriorNight (Mav)
Whitehouse 6.10 50 Years Of Mr Men &Little Miss. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.30 News 7.35 8Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Guns ThatChanged The Game. 9.30 Clint Eastwood: The Last Legend. 10.35 Late Programs
6.00 SevenNews. 7.00 Home And Away (PG) Levi asks forTim’s help with Abigail.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) It is round three and the first Ultimate InstantRestaurant where Roband Liammustfight to survive.
9.10 TheRookie (Mav) Aaron, Lopez, Celina, Timand Smittydiscovera surprisingconnection in their case.
7.30 The Block (PGl) Hosted by ScottCam andShelley Craft. 8.40 Love Island Australia. (Return, Mlns) Aussie singles head to avilla on theisland of Mallorca, Spain, where they hope to find amatch.
9.55 Love Cheats. (Premiere) Afraudster cons his victims out of thousands.
11.00 9News Late.
11.30 TheBrokenwood Mysteries. (Mav,R)
1.05 GreatAustralian Detour (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer ’s Voice Of Vic tor y. (PGa) 4.30 ACurrent Affair (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today
9GEM (92,81)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by GrantDenyer 6.30 TheProjec t. Alook at the day’snews. 7.30 Dessert Masters. Hostedby Melissa Leongand AmauryGuichon. 8.40 Have YouBeen Paying Attention? (Malns)Celebritypanellists compete to seewho can remember the most aboutevents of theweek. 9.40 SamTaunton: Rooster (MA15+ls, R) Astand-up performance by Australian Pinder Prize-winning comedian SamTaunton. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sportand weather 11.15 TheProject (R) Alook at the day’snews. 12.10 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colber t. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBSMornings.
7TWO (72, 62) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm KangarooBeach. 6.20 Bluey 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey 7.30 Shaun The Sheep 7.35 LittleLunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 MatildaAnd TheRamsayBunch. 9.00 Teenage Boss: Next Level 9.30 Poh’s Kitchen 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 La Brea. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 TheNanny 4.30 TheAddamsFamily 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 IDream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 TheNanny 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Mad Max: Fury Road. (2015,MA15+) 11.00 Seinfeld Midnight The O.C 12.55 Love Island UK 2.00 The Nanny. 3.00 Bakugan: Legends. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship.Gold Coast 500 H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship.Gold Coast 500.H’lights. 4.30 TalkingW 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 8.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.30 Bamazon. 10.30 Jade Fever. 11.30 Late Programs.
7MATE (73,64) 6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm No OrdinaryBlack. 1.50 Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 TheCook Up 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Volcanic Odysseys 7.30 Who Do YouThink YouAre? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.20 Out Of TheAshes. 10.20 MOVIE: MadDog Morgan. (1976,MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs. NITV
9GO! (93, 82) 6am Leap Year.(2010,PG) 7.55 Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. (1990,PG) 9.45 Meditation Park.(2017 PG) 11.30 TheSon. (2022, M) 1.50pm Cheerful Weather ForThe Wedding. (2012, PG) 3.40 The LakeHouse. (2006, PG) 5.30 The Ideal Palace (2018,PG, French) 7.30 WarHunt. (1962, M) 9.00 Cross The Line. (2020, MA15+) 10.50 Decision To Leave. (2022, M, Chinese) 1.20am Late Programs.
Tuesday, October 29
ABC TV (2)
SBS (3)
6am MorningPrograms. 10.10 Home Is Where The ArtIs. (R) 11.05 Icons. (Mav,R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World NewsTonight. 1.00 PBSNews. 2.00 HaveI Got News ForYou U.S. (Mals, R) 2.50 Such WasLife. (R) 3.00 TheWeekly Football Wrap (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour 3.40 The Cook Up.(PG, R) 4.10 LukeNguyen’s India. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy!(R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
SEVEN (7,6)
NINE (9,8) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 TeenageBoss: Next Level. (R) 10.30 ThePacific.(R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow.(R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Tony Armstrong’s Extra-Ordinary Things.(Final, PG, R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Space 22. (PG, R) 3.00 ABiteToEat With Alice. (R) 3.30 Love Your Garden.(R) 4.15 GrandDesigns. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow.(R)
6.00
Love Your Garden. (R) 3.05 Rage.(MA15+adhlnsv)
3.30 Rage Closer.(R) 3.35 Catalyst.(PG,R)
4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30.(R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS WorldNews 7.30 Shaun Micallef ’s Origin Odyssey: India. (PG) Shaun Micallef heads to India. 8.30 Stopping TheSteal (Mal) Takesa look at theattemptbyformer US president Donald Trump to deny the outcome of the 2020 election. 10.05 SBSWorld NewsLate. 10.35 BabylonBerlin. (MA15+av) 12.25 Don’t LeaveMe. (MA15+a, R) 2.30 Australia Uncovered: Our African Roots. (PGa, R) 3.30 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PGa, R) 4.25 Peer To Peer.(R) 4.55 DestinationFlavour ChinaBitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.(PG) 11.30 SevenMorningNews 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 BorderSecurity: International. (PG,R) 2.10 CatchPhrase. (PG, R) 3.00 TheChase. (R) 4.00 SevenNews At 4. 5.00 TheChase Australia.
6.00 SevenNews.
7.00 Home And Away (PG) Theo exposes Mali’slie 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) It is the second Ultimate Instant Restaurant. 9.05 Aler t: Missing Persons Unit. The MPUsearchesfor akidnapped toughas-nails neighbourhood watchcaptain
7.30 TheBlock. (PGl) Hosted by ScottCam and Shelley Craft.
8.40 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Hosted by Sophie Monk. 9.50 True StoryWith Hamish &Andy: Phil. (PGl, R) Aman recounts apersonal story 10.50 9News Late. 11.20 Transplant. (MA15+m) 12.10 Tipping Point. (PG,R) 1.00 Our State On APlate.(PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 IDream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 TheNanny 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Gran Torino.(2008,M) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight The O.C. 1.00 Love Island UK.
To infinity and beyond for Fed student
By TOMHAYES
“OUT of this world.”
That is how Federation University student Celene Shimmen describes working with the International Institute of Astronautical Sciences, completing a portion of training in Canada recently.
The third year physiotherapy student always had an interest forspace, and whenthe opportunity arose, she jumped toward it.
Originally from Colorado in the US, she moved to Gippsland specifically because of the course on offer at Churchill’s Federation University campus. She has lived within Gippsland for fouryears now, currentlycompleting placement in EastGippsland
The 31-year-oldisalready auniversity graduate, doing so at Grand Canyon University in Arizona, US, studying adegree in Business Management.
But sinceshe began studying at Federation University, Ms Shimmen has had multiple opportunities present themselves in the space world.
“I got involved with the Melbourne Space Program acouple yearsbackbecause I’ve alwaysbeen quite interested in anything related to space,” she said.
“I wasveryfortunate to be accepted into the program… Iwas put in different projects, one of them was ahumanoid robot.
“This is sort of the reason for my physiotherapy switch. Iwas responsible for helpingthis robot walk for the first time, finding its centre of gravity, all that.
“I fellinlovewith rehabilitation, and Iwanted to do that for people, not just robots, so for me that’s what sparked the interest.”
It has never been commonofphysiotherapists to be working within the space scene, as it is currently anew and evolving opportunity.
However, Ms Shimmen mentioned she was excited to be apartofthe questionthat is: how can physiotherapists be involved in space?
Ms Shimmen is now into the second of three years of training with the International Institute of AstronauticalSciences after joiningin2023, which has seen her training ramp up.
“With my astronautical pursuits, what we learn as aphysio is very crucial for longerspace missions Especially now that we’re going to be going to the moon… it’s very crucial that we can apply this in anew environment,” she said.
In August, Ms Shimmenflew to Ottawa, Canada for parabolical flight training, which prepares her for apotential suborbital mission.
“That was out of this world! It was absolutely amazing,” she said.
“When Iwent into microgravity for the first time it was out of this world. Going into that first parabolical trajectory, Iwas mentally prepared for my body to lift, but even as Iwas as prepared as I could be -mybody was panicking.
“Once you kept going with the parabolas, you just adapt, and it was great.
“I got to learn how to build experiments and apply them in amicrogravityenvironment, there was a lot to learn.
“I was responsible for three experiments where we were testing motor co-ordination in the lower limbs, seeing the speed and accuracy and how the elimination of gravity effects that.
“We also did balance testing that has been ethically approved so we will be publishing the results on that… and we also did an analysis on lunar gravity."
Working with vehicle provider Virgin Galactic, and on some instances collaborating with NASA, Ms Shimmen has seen most of what it takes to prepare for amission in space.
Within her testing, Ms Shimmen was tested against G-Forces, taking up to three times of her body weight in pressure.
She wasabletotrain with three astronautsthat have been training for five to 10 years and are set to launch on amission in 2026, as well as see insight into future missions involving the moon.
“The next mission -the Artemis mission -isnow trying to extend for eightdays minimum, so that’s the mosttimewe’d had even been on the moon. That’s ahuge leap,” Ms Shimmen explained.
With another year to run after this year, Ms Shimmen said she still has plenty to learn.
Alot of her training will involve preparation and working under pressure. She also said she has many components still to learn as they wait their turn for their mission.
She has begun to become involved with space medicine, whichalsosparked herinterestwhile studying physiotherapy in Gippsland.
is undergoing space training with the International Instituteof Astronautical Sciences.
Scholarship recipient to forge environmental relationships
JEREMY Werner, an environmental science student at Federation University Churchill, receivedaprestigious New Colombo Plan(NCP) scholarship.
Jeremy, originally from Wollongong and currently pursuingaBachelor of Environmental and Conservation Science at Fed Uni's Gippsland Campus, he was selected for this esteemed role due to his exceptional academic achievements and unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability.
"This opportunity not only allows me to give back to the country that has given me so much, but also enables me to represent Australia on aglobal scale in the environmental sphere,” Jeremy said.
Jeremy is the first in his family to attend university, meaning his selection as the NCP Fellow is asignificant milestone for both him
and his family. He plans to utilise the fellowship to expand Australia's impact in the region from an environmentalmanagement perspective and foster stronger relationships between Australia and Sri Lanka.
During atwo-week NCP Mobility tour in Sri Lanka earlier this year, he gained valuable insights into the country's biodiversity conservation efforts and solidified his passion for biology, ecology, and environmental sciences.
“The New Colombo Plan Scholarship is an exampleofhow we can collaborate and build on networks in the Indo-Pacific region and bring the skills of our students to an international stage,” said Federation University's Dr. Kushan Tenn akoon, al ecture ri nE nv ironmental Sciences at the Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability.
The Latrobe Valley Express, Wednesday,
Newheights: Federation University Churchill student Celene Shimmen
Photograph supplied
City camp showcases stories for students
GRADE 5/6 students at Sacred Heart Primary School, Morwell travelled via train and enjoyed a three-day urban camp experience in Melbourne.
The current 'Big Idea' is 'Showcase Storytelling' so the camp experience was planned around what Melbourne had to showcaseand the stories the city has to tell.
Students learnt to safely hop on and off public transport following apredestined pathway. They walked to the Royal Park where they participated in an activity called 'Urban Detective'.
Duringmaths in the preceding weekssome of the Grade 6childrenwere assigned the task of preparing the routes to be taken whilst in the city.
The students wereabletosee Beauty andthe Beast as alivetheatre experience.They toured the Immigration Museum, explored the MCG and Australian Sports Museum, experienced Skydeck at night, toured the zoo using infrared lights,dined out at the universal restaurant in the city and visited the old Melbourne Gaol.
Seamless transition for Preps
EXCITING times lie ahead at Yallourn North Primary School.
Transition to anew school at the beginning of the year can be abig change for all students.
An important part of Yallourn North'sprep transitionprogramisspendingtimeand getting to know future students throughout the year.
During Term4this year,Yallourn North Primary Schoolwill be bringing acrossvarious students from Grades 2to6tovisit thenew prep students for 2025.
This gives everyone the opportunity to develop strong bonds of friendship and offers more familiar, friendly faces at school.
Posterwinners announced
GIPPSLAND Water hasmade asplash by announcing the winners of its National Water Week poster competition.
In April,schools, kindergartensand early learning centres across Gippsland were invited to submit poster designs for National Water week, which remindspeople to use waterwisely and celebrates innovation and achievements in the water industry.
Gippsland Water Managing Director, Sarah Cumming congratulated the prize winners and acknowledgedthe talent of the young people who submitted entries.
“Well done to our young artists who’ve brilliantly captured this year’s poster competition theme, ‘Water for all, inspiring action’,” Ms Cumming said.
“Andcongratulations to TrafalgarPrimary School, who were randomly selected in adraw to win $500 for asustainability project or STEM resources.”
Ms Cumming said this year’s National Water Week theme, ‘Accelerating Action’, aligned with the organisation’s caretakers for tomorrow campaign focus.
“The theme challenges us all to acknowledge water’s pivotal role in climate action and take concretesteps towardslasting change,”Ms Cumming said.
“As an organisation, we’refocused on preserving the health of our waterways and the ecosystemsthat sustain them so they’re here for generations to come.
“We're investing in renewable energy, building resilient infrastructure and protecting vulnerable plant and animal species.
“We’re also educating the communityabout the importance of water, not just for personal wellbeing, but for the health of the waterways and the environment.
“It’salsoa goodreminder that there are steps we can all take to help preserve our precious resources for future generations."
Local entrants were also entered in astatewide competition, with Godric from Traralgon Early Learning Centre and Maffra’s Glassford Street Kindergarten both placing third in the state Early Learning categories.
H2 whoa: Gippsland WaterEarly Learning individual poster competition prizewinner Godric from TraralgonEarly Learning Centre Photograph supplied
Local prize winners were: Early Learning (indiv idual): Godric, Traralgon Early Learning Centre; Early Learning(collaborative): Glassford Street Uniting Kindergarten, Maffra; Foundation: Ayla, St VincentdePaul Primary School, Morwell; Year 1-2: Sophie, Mirboo North Primary School;
Year 3-4:Amy,StGabriel’sPrimarySchool Traralgon, and; Year 5-6: Ruby, Heyfield Primary School. To learnmore about National Water Week, visit: nationalwaterweek.org
WEDNESDAY23OCTOBER
Ava Walter turns 10
THURSDAY24OCTOBER
SATURDAY26OCTOBER
Marlee Cooke turns 9
Arlo Reid turns 8
Matilda Meers turns 8
Emma Whelan turns 11
FRIDAY25OCTOBER
Neveah Poole turns 7
SUNDAY27OCTOBER
Apryl-Lee Slade turns 12
Scenes: Shenuli, Jenna, Scarlett, and Maddyprepare for TheBeautyand TheBeast production.
Culture: Sacred Hear tPrimar ySchool, Morwell students Nyoakiaand Oliver during the Melbourne Camp Photographs supplied History: Ali andOliveratthe Old Melbourne Gaol.
Climb: Parker and Bobbihaving fun. Photographs supplied Duo: YallournNor th Primar ySchool students Emmalyn and Cooper
Resources rolled out to combat disrespect
VICTORIAN students will learn to recognise and respond to toxic masculinity, hate speech and coercive control online -with new Respectful Relationships resources being rolled out to schools across the state.
The new resources will give students the skills to counter the influence of Andrew Tate-types, helping them safely navigate issues like consent, sextortion, pornography and gender-basedbullying.
“Victoria is continuing to lead the nation in delivering the Respectful Relationships program across the state. The updatedmaterials ensure studentsare taught howtonavigate contemporary issues and our continued investment will allow
for even morenon-government schools to teach Respectful Relationships,"Minister for Education, Ben Carroll said.
More non-government schools are also being invited to join over 1950Victoriangovernment, Catholic and independent schools, including more than 370 non-government schools already signed up to the initiative.These schools can joinvia a new Expression of Interest process launched, with support including start-up funding, implementation guidance and professional learning.
"Embedding respect into relationships is fundamental to the wellbeing of our kids-for them to feel respected as well as respecting others. These new
resources will give Victorian students even more support to develop relationships based on respect," Minister for Prevention of Family Violence, Vicki Ward said.
Developed by education experts Professor Helen Cahill and Associate Professor Debbie Ollisin consultation with teachers, students and parents -the new contemporary materials will help young people stay safe online and in real life.
The state governmentisgiving parents and carers peace of mind too -delivering advice and resources from trusted sources.
The landmark Women’s SafetyPackage is driving action at every stage to prevent andrespond to
gender-basedviolence:better responding to victims whenviolence occurs, deliveringastronger justice responsethatholds offenders to account, and continuing Victoria’s world-leading prevention approach.
The announcement builds on the state government’s commitment to making social media safer for kids,including its surveytohelpinform age limits and safety programs, available at: engage. vic.gov.au/safesocials
Non-gove rnme nt schools can app ly until November 8, 2024 to participate in Respectful Rel ationship sa tt he webs ite: vic .gov.a u/ respectful-relationships
MirbooNorth students getinvolved in conservation
Trafalgar High the first to test MLRA’s virtual mine rehabilitation experience
STUDENTS from Trafalgar High School spent the day taking atrip to avirtual mine site -via the newMineLandRehabilitation Authority (MLRA) Mine Rehab 3D Augmented Reality App.
The opportunityfor students to explorea virtual mine site was provided throughthe new app released by the MLRA.
Students were the first to test out the features of the app, which included being able to see what the endprocess of minerehabilitation could look like.
The MLRA hasdevelopeda3DAugmented Reality App that allows you to visit an open cut mine site virtually and spend time looking at some of the features you may not ordinarily be aware of.
Augmentedreality is an interactive experience that enhancesthe real world with computergenerated perceptual information.
MineLandRehabilitation AuthorityChief Executive, Dr Jen Breretonsaid “The MLRA 3D app providesanopportunity for the user to see the immense size of aminesiteand the complexities involved with mine rehabilitation.”
The MLRA 3D App will be officially launched on Tuesday, October 29 at the MLRAOpen House event, but is available as afree download
Firsttaste: Trafalgar HighSchoolstudents test out the augmented realityapp Photograph supplied
now from App Store and Google Play store.
The Mine Land RehabilitationAuthority is an independent authority workingwith community, industry, and government to facilitate the rehabilitation of declared mine sites and to work collaboratively towardssafe,stableand sustainable final landforms for the beneficial use of future generations.
MIRBOO North Secondary College is one of more than 100 groups to share in more than $409,000 state-wide provided through the Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants program.
Gran ts of up to $5000 were aw arde df or educational activities thatengage childrenin conservation and projects that improve and expand habitat for native plants, insects and wildlife.
The secondarycollege received$5000 (the maximumamountavailable), to enhanceand restore the environment that was damaged by storms earlier this year.
Mirboo North Secondary College Principal, Vaya Dauphin welcomed the announcement.
“We are incredibly thrilled to receive this grant.
During the storm in Mirboo North in February, the school lost over 60 mature trees,” she said.
“The opportunity to support our communityin the future through supplying trees we have grown ourselves will go along way towards revegetating our beautiful natural environment.”
The Victorian Landcare Program forms part of the state government’s continued commitment
to combat the decline of the state’s native plants and animals, buildingonarecord $609 million investment in the delivery of Victoria’s landmark 20-year Biodiversity plan since 2014.
Other recipients include childcare centres, kindergartens, schools, Scouts, Guides and youth groups across Victoria.
Member for Eastern Victoria, Tom McIntosh congratulated Mirboo NorthSecondary on its success,payingparticular tribute to therecovery effort.
“I was on the ground to see the storm damage in Mirboo North in February, and it’swonderful to see studentsare helpinginthe worktorebuild the environment,” he said.
“As the secretary of the recentlyestablished Parliamentary Friends of Landcare, I’m very excited to see our government supporting Junior Landcarers to do this work.”
For more informa tion on the Victorian Junior Lan dca re and Biodiv ers ity Grants program, visit:environment.vic.gov.au/grants/ victorian-junior-landcare-and-biodiversity-grants
Local cooks representing TAFE at Worldchefs Congress
TAFE Gippsland culinary trainer Kellie Smith and her crew of talented young chefs are in Southeast Asia for the 2024 Worldchefs Congress.
Kellie has travelled to Singapore as an Australian CulinaryFederation’sYoung Chef mentor for eight young chefs from around Australia, representing their home country at this prestigious event.
Kellie said it’s the largest international biannual gathering of chefs with more than 5000 chefs attending from more than 100 countries.
“TAFEGippslandwill be representedbythree Certificate III in Commercial Cookery apprentices -pastand present -who have been selected for this amazing experience, where they’ll get to learn, connectwithother chefsand broadentheir culinary horizons over the five day congress,” Kellie said.
“They’ll also get to see the Global Chefs Challenge, where the world’s top chefs meet to compete in four competitioncategories. Past apprentices Darcy Nicoll from theToora Hotel and BrendanWoodroffe from HoggetKitchen will be coming,alongside currentstudentJesse Payne who also worksatthe Toora Hotel. It will be alifechangingexperience for all of them.”
Darcy, aToora local, Jesse from Fish Creek and Yinnar local Brendan are all in Singapore with Kellie, which runs to the end of the week.
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The search for fact, not truth
IT seems the era of truth bending championed by Donald Trump has made its way into our own local government election campaign.
The use of 'truth bending' seems to be based on the premise that most people are too lazy to fact check and that if aporky is replayed long enough, it will ultimately be accepted as the truth.
In last week's issue of the Express (16/10/24) we saw the need for Latrobe City Mayor, Darren Howe to set the record straight after afull page advertisement didn’t quite tell the whole story in relation to jobs that failed to materialise.
Good on Cr Howe for sharing the complete story.
And then Brian Mawhinney from Traralgon bemoans the need to “apply”toattend council meetings('Future councillors',LVE Opinion, 16/10/24).
SorryBrian, nobody has to apply to attend council meetings.
Those who wishtoattendcouncil meetingsneed to register.
There is an important difference between both terms.
And finally,Taylah Ling fromChurchillcontinues to create unnecessary anxiety for Traralgon Golf Club members by stirring the pot and cherry picking from areport ('Black and white', 16/10/24). The council have provided certainty to the club about their future and applicable rating process.
Of course this is not new.
Remember the 'save the TraralgonPost Office' campaign by apolitical hopeful that createdundue anxiety for the Traralgon community?
It was acampaign to save apost office that was never earmarked for closure.
David Burt Traralgon
Clear focus
IT is really disappointing that there has been no discussion about the upcoming local government elections.
Sadly, Ibelieve90odd per centofthe community have no interest and would not even know who currently represent them.
We will have anew Latrobe CityCouncil in a number of weeks,and Ionly hope that we will have agroup of people that will advocate for us on the real issues that they can influence: rates, rubbish and community well being.
Ihope our council, unlike state and federal
governments, don’t get strung up in woke issues that divide communities and ultimately provide no path to the future.
We need leadership, bringing all levels of government to account to ensure Latrobe City prospers.
There are so many local issues: graffiti, derelict properties, streamlined planning processes, community safety etc that need to be addressed.
Iurgeour new council to focus on those issues, ensuringLatrobe City remains agreat placeto live, work and play.
Alan McFarlane Morwell
Sincerethanks
EARLIER this month, Ifilled my car withpetrol at the BP on the Princes Highway, Traralgon.
WhenI went to pay,I could not get my Apple Pay to work on any of my credit cards or debit card to work. Having no cash on me, Iwas at my wits end. After many failed attempts ayoung man without me knowing paid the $60.06 owing.
When Iasked for his name and details on how Icould repay him, he flatlyrefused to give me his details.
If you are reading this, please accept my heartfelt thanks. It is very rewarding to know there are such lovely generous people in our community.
Kay McShane Traralgon
Don't think, do
GRAEME Middlemiss has been on Latrobe City Councilfor 17 years andisnow calling for more jobopportunities. The Valley and Victoria have been leftbehind over the past 30 years because Labor has been in power for 20 of those years.
Councilsdonot createjobs, onlyindustryis responsible for jobs. Unions and climate fanatics (the Greens need to be outvoted) are dragging us back to the dark ages. Renewables are not the answer. My generation will not be here in 2050 to see if zero is met. This countryisstagnant because there is too much discussion and not enough action.
Overseas,countriessuch as China and Japan do not procrastinate -they do it. The bridge 55 kilometres between Hong Kong and Macau is aprimeexample,itisupand runningand was
completed on time with no cost blow outs.
Patricia Correa Traralgon
No safeway
IAMsickofwandering Mid Valley carpark trying to return my coin-released shopping trolley.
It is horrible having to even use acoin and then whenI go to return my trolley, Ican'tbecause small size trollies have been reversed into larger ones to retrieve their coin. Another lane will have adifferent store's trollies which are not compatible with either of the other two stores.
Something needs to be done so thatall trolliesare compatible, especially those from the same store, regardless of size.
We also need more return bays. One per road lane.
Elizabeth Edwards Morwell
Blood, sweat, andtears
IWAS honoured to witness Jason Rantall finish his 100 day, 3249km run to raise awareness for mental health in Trafalgar.
Mental illness is ahugeissue in regional areas, and we have far less mental health services than those available to city folks.
Mental illness is afactor in suicides which have rocked the community, in family violencewhich is prevalentacross Gippsland,inpeople’s ability to maintain stableemployment, and in general social cohesion.
More needs to be done to address mental health difficulties, for the health and wellbeingofeveryone in the community.
Jasan Rantall has put his body, heart and soul on the line to raiseawarenessfor mentalhealth -now it’s up to the rest of us to act on it.
Deb Leonard Independent Candidate for Monash
Surrounded by beauty
THERE is atearful closing scenefrom the 1939 film Goodbye, Mr Chips which shows the main character, the shy schoolteacherCharles Chipping, as abeloved old man on his deathbed.
As he lays dying, he overhears aschoolteacher friend and the doctor talking about him. "Poor old chap... must of had alonely life... pity he had no children."
HESC project not what it seems
COMMENT
BY TRACEY ANTON
RECENTLY, Iviewedthe live recording of Latrobe CityCouncil’s September 2, 2024 council meeting regarding amotion by CouncillorGraeme Middlemiss on the commercialisation of the Coal to Hydrogen (HESC project), ahydrogen hub and associated CarbonNet project.
Asummary of the unanimously supported motion authorised the Mayor, Cr Darren Howe, to consult with the state and federal government that Latrobe City Council endorse both projects and advocate for urgent government funding. While Cr Middlemess saw the HESC project as ajobs winner, Iwas dismayed to hear some outlandish comments about coal, the recent power outage, our hydrogen future and ideology labelling as greenie if people had concerns. Apparently, advocating for transparencyand accountability for rational decision-making puts aperson in the green camp.
In secondingthe motion, Cr Dale Harriman noted there is 600 to 800 years supply of coal in Latrobe Valley, which is an absurd comment to make as the Valley enters averycomplex 30 year period of rehabilitation due to thesizeofthe three coal pits over six decades.
Ongoing stabilityconcernswithgroundmovement effects to infrastructure and water, gas and
sewer utilities,including the freeway,ishigh along with competing interests for water supply entitlements.
Coalseams further east of Loy Yang are thinning and clay interseams become thicker, meaning quality of coal is poor, having implications for emissions which is not just about CO2.
The HESCproject wouldneed to excavate anew pit to the east in the existing coal overlay.
It was disappointing the motion and minutes did notcomewith briefing notes to determine how and why the councillors talked aboutthe HESC project, as though Victoria would be ahugebeneficiary of hydrogensupply as the HESC project is to support hydrogen for Japan, with Victoria receiving only atokenistic amount yet to be determined for any feasibility studies.
The HESC project is not ready to go now, as Cr Dan Clancey stated, there are still many hurdles to jump with the commercialisation feasibility study yet to be released. Aside from all the issues related to CO2 liquefaction, storage and transport to Hastings and Japan via Western Port.
The HESC project is not asubstitute for Victorian energyneeds and cannot be asubstitutefor natural gas in newhousing estates duetoshearlackof volume and economics. Consequently, it has no connection withthe recent power outage, which was damaged transmission lines.
Any new coal facility must capture and remove mercury emissions under Australia’snew ratification of the Minamata Convention.
The CarbonNet project needs amulti-user hub to justify the cost of the CO2 pipeline required for the HESC project. However, this means attracting dirty CO2 emitting industries to Latrobe Valley as confirmedbyCarbonNetatthe 2023energy conference.
Each industry comes with other pollutant emissions to air and impurities to be transported with the captured CO2 thatcannot all be removed. CarbonNet is working on fourper cent impurity composition, with trade-offs noted in the science journal, development of aCO2 specification for a CCS hub network.
On top of this, the September release of the National Hydrogen Strategy 2024 does not even
To whichChips replies, "You're wrong... I've had thousands of them... thousands of them -and all boys."
And that is the way Ifeel about Morwell Rose Garden too.
For when this old bachelor dies, he will be survived by his children in Morwell Rose Garden thousands of them -and all roses.
Joseph Lis
Morwell
have Victoria on the map for any hydrogen hub. Clearly,the HESC project is not economicallyviable as it is aproject for Japan.
All is notasitseems, and it is disappointing that
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Latrobe City Council have mergedtheiraspirations to makeaproject appear viable withoutclearly stating the facts.
Tracey Anton is aToongabbie resident.
Andrews addresses Howe
LATROBE City businessman/entrepreneur, Damian Andrews has responded to Latrobe City Mayor Darren Howe'scomments about Mr Andrews' advertisement in the Latrobe Valley Express, placed Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
The advertisement allegedfive current Latrobe City councillors were responsible for the loss of 300 local data centre jobs,which have consequently made their way to Tasmania.
In lastweek's Express, Cr Howe hit out at the accusations,saying "all ninecouncillorsvoted to authorise the CEO to negotiate aproposal received to establish adatacentre in Morwell. It is also true that less than halfthe claimed jobs were discussed in the negotiations."
"Unfortunately, the proponent withdrew their offer before negotiations couldbeconcluded," Cr Howe stated.
However,MrAndrews believes Cr Howe’s response contained factual inaccuracies, for which clarification will benefit the Latrobe City people.
He said Cr Howe conflated two separate issues, one being that job opportunities were available but did notmaterialise,and that certain councillors voted against amotion to help save forestry jobs.
These are distinctpoints questioningthe council's commitmenttojob creationfor the Latrobe City people, according to Mr Andrews.
Mr Andrews maintains he spoke directly with investors and council personnel who provided thequantum of jobs lost.
Mr Andrews also noted Cr Howe's statement that "the proponent withdrewtheiroffer before negotiations could be concluded" did not fully
represent the information provided to him.
Mr Andrews stated the investors advised him they worked for three years to create this opportunity specifically for Latrobe City, and it fell through because of "unrealistic and unnecessary expectations" from the council which made the deal untenable.
Mr Andrewsnotes that the investorssuccessfully implemented asimilar deal in Tasmania, showing in his view that the project was totally viable.
Mr Andrewsalsonotes thathis investigations over the pasttwo yearssuggest apattern of actions within council of hindering both job creation and small business growth. He believes thereisa need for improved businessdevelopment skills and job creation strategies in council, andhopes this can be addressed in the upcoming four-year council plan.
Mr Andrews has extensive experience in large scalenegotiation and dispute resolution,including acting as mediator between the CFMEU and Leighton Contractors.
His intention behind the ad was to encourage discussion about Latrobe City’sjob creation and economic development, and said he welcomes continued dialogue on the issue.
Mr Andrews agreesthe public should factcheck informationregardlessofa source’s purported credibility.
(Editor's note: Now that both sides have had their say, Ideclare the issue is closed for discussion within this masthead -Liam Durkin, LVE Editor).
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AKERS, Colin James. Passed away suddenly at home in Churchill on 18th October 2024.
Aged 58 years
COLLINS, Olive Lorraine. Passed away peacefully at the Sale Hospital on 13/10/2024, aged 90. Loved wife of Des (dec.).
Loving partner of Keith Dewsbury (dec.).
Loving mother to Carmel, Neil (George), Shirley, Margaret, and Sharon. Mother-in-Law to Jeff, Cas, Colin (dec.), and Wayne. Nan to 11 Grandchildren and Nanny Ollie to 16 great grandchildren.
Dearly Loved Forever in our hearts
The gates of Heaven opened wide, Aspecial person walked inside.
DEMICOLI, Mr John Service No. M1114
The President, Committee, Staff and Members of the Moe RSL Sub Branch deeply regret the passing of their esteemed Service Member and friend, John. We offer our sympathy to all his family. LEST WE FORGET
Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Saturday, 12 October 2024. Aged 69 years Loved and loving partner of John.
Adored mother of Andrew. Loved and respected mother-in-law of Loren. Fun Nanna of Hazel and Finn.
ROWLEY, Dorothy June Service No. VF398053 AWAS WW2
The President, Committee, Staff and members of the Morwell RSL Sub Branch are deeply saddened by the passing of their Life Service Member Dorothy. Deepest heartfelt sympathy to all the family and friends. LEST WE FORGET
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Dearly loved and loving husband of Karen. Much loved father of Lauren, Riley and partner Bethany. Loved son of Bruce (dec.) and Mardie Akers. Brother and brother-in-law to Janette and Marty. For funeral details please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au
Loving Mum of Carmel and Jeff. Loved Nan of Shane, Tara, Mark, Em, Glenn and Emily. Loved Nanny Ollie of Jack, Harry, Noah, Owen and Ezra.
Much loved Mum to Neil and Cas. Nanny Ollie to Todd, Lauren, Liam, Courtney, Abby and Luke. Great Nanny Ollie to Leo and Henry.
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AYRE, Kevin. Loving husband to Marlene for 68 years. Father of Alan and Helen, Barry and Mary, Pamela and Russell (dec.). Loving Grandfather, Great-Grandfather and Great, Great-Grandfather and friend of Mark. Bye Bingo Man
BECKER, Rolf Horst. 5/9/1931 -19/10/2024.
FINLAY (Woodside), Theresa.
Loved wife, granny, daughter, sister, aunty and cherished sister-in-law. Forever in our hearts Love Helen, Jeff and family.
Beloved Aunty Duff to Bianca and Cameron and Nanna Duff to Zoe. Awonderful person, so loving and kind, What beautiful memories you have left behind, Sharing and caring, always content, Loved and respected wherever you went.
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Loved and loving husband of Helga (dec.) and previously Inge (dec.). Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Ronnie and Julie, Rosemary and Steven, Peter and Miriam, David and Heather. Adored Opa of nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Loved stepfather of Marianne, Peter, Michael and father-in-law of Judi and their extended families. At peace with his Lord
BROOKER, John Charles The President, Committee, Staff and members of the Morwell RSL Sub Branch are deeply saddened by the passing of their valued Affiliate member John. Deepest heartfelt sympathy to all the family and friends. LEST WE FORGET
Heaven received aspecial Angel on Sunday night that Igot to call Mum, Aspecial person, Aspecial face, Aspecial someone we cannot replace.
Rest in Peace Mum Love Shirley and Colin (dec.) Pattison.
Dearest Nan, It's not what we write, It's not what we say, It's how we remember you, In our own special way. Love you always and forever Helen, Daniel, Jack, Josh and Stephy, Jenny, Adam, Billie and Macy.
With tears Isaw you suffer, Iwatched you fade away, My heart was slowly breaking, As you fought so hard to stay. You did not want to leave me, but you did not go alone, For part of me went with you, The day God called you home. Deep in my heart memories will be kept, To love and cherish and never forget. Ilove you Mum and always will. Your loving daughter, Margaret.
Words cannot express how much Iamgoing to miss you. You were caring and loving to us all, and your kindness will never be forgotten. The Friday Bowls Club dinners will not be the same without you, but Ihope to win a raffle in your memory. You are now atpeace, rest in peace, Mum With love Sharon and Wayne.
HIBBINS, Neville Brian Charles. 13/9/1972 -13/10/2024. Passed away suddenly. Son of Neville and Irene Hibbins (both dec.). Loving husband of Katie. Father of Harley, Shannon, Jess, Riley and Josh. Adored poppy of Linken.
Loved brother of Janine (dec.), Leanne (dec.), Raeleen (dec.), Robert and twin of Narelle.
Reunited now with Mum and Dad, our sisters and his best mate Ash.
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mr Neville Hibbins will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on FRIDAY (25 October 2024) commencing at 1.30 pm The most painful goodbyes Are the ones never said
LEVISTON, Peter Robert. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on 13 October 2024 at Maryvale Private Hospital Morwell. Aged 70 years
Dearly loved and devoted husband of Angela. Adored father to Catherine, Caroline and James. Beloved eldest son to Betty and Bob (both dec.). Cherished brother to Wayne and Joanne, Kaylene and Henry, and Leanne and Ian.
Aproud uncle and respected friend.
We have so many treasured memories of Peter; atrue gentleman who will be forever in our hearts. His life earnest His actions kind Awilling hand An intelligent mind
MIFSUD, Leo (Emmanuel). Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at LRH on 17 October 2024.
Aged 80 years
Loved and loving husband of Janet.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Sally and Daryl, James and Sharon, Anne and Michael, Mary and Andrew, Thomas, Julie and Brian.
Loved Pop of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
MIFSUD, Leo. Lovedbrotherand brother-in-law of Grace and Graham. Loved uncle to Alyce, Daniel and families.
MIFSUD, Leo. Loving brother and brother-in-law of Polly and Jeff and uncle to Robert and Warren. You will be greatly missed by all. Rest In PeaceXXX
MIFSUD, Leo. Rest in peace dear brother. In God'sloving care Doris, brother-in-law Tony, uncle to Pat, Leo, John and Steven XXX.
MILNE (Scott), Margaret Mary. Passed away peacefully at Andrews House, Trafalgar surrounded by her loving family on 15 October 2024.
Aged 92 years Dearly loved wife of Tom (dec). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Patricia and Steve, Kevin and Carmel. Adored Nana to all her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Your motherly duties have nowbeen completed
WHITE (Meers), Christine Gayle. Passed away peacefully 17/10/2024 at home on the Sunshine Coast surrounded by her family. Loved daughter of Ron (dec.) and Irene Meers. Loved Wife, Mother, Nan, GG, Sister and Aunty. You fought like awarrior to theend Sleep peacefully Frogs, no more pain
AYRE. The Funeral Service for Mr Kevin Allan John Ayre will be held at The Morwell Club, Helen St Morwell at 1pm TOMORROW (Thursday, 24 October 2024) followed by burial at the Traralgon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
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BECKER. Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Rolf Becker will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 249 Kay St Traralgon, THURSDAY (24 October 2024) at 11am. Followed by aprivate cremation at Gippsland Memorial Park.
BROWN. AService to celebrate the life of Graeme Brown will be held at the Nielsen Funeral Chapel, Korumburra Rd, Warragul MONDAY (October 28) at 11am.
The Service will also be live-streamed. To view Graeme's Service visit: www.nielsenfunerals.com.au APrivate Family Burial will follow.
LEVISTON. The Funeral of Mr Peter Robert Leviston will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 437a Princes Drive, Morwell FRIDAY (25 October 2024) commencing at 11am. At the conclusion of the Service the Funeral will leave for the Hazelwood Cemetery, Brodribb Road, Hazelwood. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Australian Cancer ResearchFoundation would be appreciated, donate online give.acrf.com.au Peter's Service will be livestreamed. To view the livestream visit our website.
LUCAS (Rawlings). AService of Thanksgiving to celebrate the life of Mrs Betty Lucas will be held at the St Andrew's Uniting Church, Contingent St, Trafalgar on FRIDAY (25 October 2024) at 2pm. The Service will also be live-streamed. To view Betty's Service visit: www.nielsenfunerals.com.au At the conclusion of the Service the cortege will leave for the Trafalgar Cemetery.
MIFSUD. Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Leo (Emmanuel) Mifsud will offered at St Mary's Catholic Church, Monash Road Newborough, on FRIDAY (25 October 2024) commencing at 11am. At the conclusion of this service the Funeral will proceed to the Yallourn Cemetery.
MILNE. Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mrs Margaret Mary Milne will be celebrated at St Jarlath's Catholic Church, Rollo St, Yarragon on THURSDAY (24 October 2024) at 11am.
The Mass will also be livestreamed. To view, please visit: www.nielsenfunerals.com.au
APrivate Cremation will follow.
Gippsland
Crematorium Chapel, Cemetery Drive Traralgon THURSDAY (24 October 2024) commencing at 10.30am. This Service will be livestreamed. Please visit our website for details. latrobevalley funerals.com.au
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WATTS (Boys).
AService to celebrate the life of Mrs Valerie Watts will be held at St Mary's Anglican Church, 8Latrobe Rd, Morwell NEXT WEEK (TUESDAY, 29 October 2024) at 1.30pm. Aprivate family burial will be held.
In Memoriam •
ASLING, Jacqueline. 25/8/1972 -25/10/2016. Eight long years since you went away, And the pain in our hearts will never go away. What Iwould give to have you in our arms again, As we love you and miss you more every day. Glenn, Brooke and Amy. XXX
ASLING, Jacquie. 25/8/1972 -25/10/2016. In loving memory of our daughter Jacquie. Forever in our hearts today and always Marlene and Frank.
HAINES, Raymond Leslie. 12 months have passed. In Loving Memory of Ray My soulmate, my love, my best friend, my everything.
PEEL, Margaret. Died 24 October 2021. Aged 83 years Mum, Imiss you everyday. Imiss our talks. Imiss my best friend. Love you Mum, Susie. XXXX ♥ OUR
BROWN, Graeme Edward. Passed away peacefully after abrief illness on 20 October 2024 at the West Gippsland Hospital. Aged 75 years Dearly loved husband of Susan. Adored father of Simon, Kristin, Matthew and Justin. Fond fatherin-law of Naomi and Casey and friend of John. Loving Pop of Shaini, Darcy and Kobe: Isabella: Jacob and Ella: Affrickah and Archie. Rest Easy Grumbles
Going to miss you alot Nanny Ollie to Matt, Ash, Jordan, Bree, Brad and Kelsey. Great Nanny Ollie to Billie, Kobe, Laikyn, and Avalon.
CONNELL, Stephen Robert. Passed away suddenly 7/9/2024. Aged 53 years. Son of Julie and Rob. Brother of Greg and Donha (dec.). AMemorial send off to be held at Trafalgar Bowls Club, 7-13 Seven Mile Rd, Trafalgar at 11am FRIDAY (1 November 2024). 2003 LandcruiserPrado, auto, exc. cond., bull bar, driving lights, tow kit, spare wheel cover, reg. till May 2025, 231,800km, $10,500. Ph 5127 2866.
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1OG-6IH, RWC, reg to 6/12/24. 349000k's, good cond.,$6000Phone 0409 691 971.
DEMICOLI, John Passed away suddenly surrounded by his loving wife, family and friends at Latrobe Regional Health Monday 14 October 2024. Aged 72 years Loved and loving husband of Darlin. In God's Care For Service details please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au
LEVISTON, Peter Robert. Much loved and respected big brother and brotherin-law of Wayne and Joanne, Kaylene and Henry, and Leanne and Ian. Uncle of Luke, Amy, Kirsten, Alice, Matthew, Jessica and their partners. The family gatherings and working bees just won't be the same without you Peter. Thank you for all your love, support and friendship. Your work here is done R.I.P.
LEVISTON, Peter Robert. Passed away 13/10/2024. Loving husband of 42 years to our sister Angela. Adored dad of Catherine, Caroline and James. Peter, you have been such aspecial and wonderful part of the Smogavec family. We will cherish and remember all the great times we spent together. You will be so dearly missed. Love Kathy (dec.) and Bob, Frank, Rudy and Colleen (dec.), Marilyn and Chris and families.
MILNE, Margaret. Dearly loved friend of John, Nellie and family. Now at Rest
MOORE (Beech), Patricia Mary. Passed away peacefully at Baw Baw Views Aged Care, Monday 14 October 2024. Loved wife of Kenneth (dec.). Loved mother, aunty, sister and grandmother.
ROSS, Peter Francis. Passed away peacefully at Heritage Manor Heights, Morwell on Monday, 21 October 2024. Aged 83 years Loved and loving husband of Heather (dec.). Loving father to Mark and Nora (dec.) and Dianne and Rob. Cherished grandpa to Jessica, Luke and Gabrielle. Reunited with Mum For service details, please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au
COLLINS. The Funeral Service for Mrs Olive Lorraine Collins WAS HELD at Delbridge Funeral Chapel, Sale YESTERDAY Tuesday (22 October 2024) followed by burial at the Sale Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sale Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. BARRY &ANNETTE LETT 67 MACARTHUR STREET SALE 5143 1232 MEMBER AFDA www.lettsfunerals.com.au
LETHABY (Townsend). The Funeral Service to celebrate Jayne's life will take place in the Rose ChapelatGippsland Memorial Park, Cemetery Dve Traralgon MONDAY (28 October 2024) commencing at 2pm. Private cremation to follow. The ceremony will be live-streamed. Please see Harwood Funerals Facebook page for digital link.
MALLEY, Judith 'Judy'.
Holt defies birth certificate
FOOTBALL NORTH GIPPSLAND
BY TOM HAYES
AGE is certainly no barrier for Churchill’s Brendan Holt.
The 45-year-old claimed Churchill’s senior best-and-fairest at the Cougars’ presentation night last month, the first of his career. He edged out 2023 best and fairest Bailey Flanigan, who was awarded as the runner-up.
It is no secret that Churchill struggled with injuries this past season, andthrough all that rubble, Holt emergedasone of the Cougars’ most importantplayers throughout the year.
Incredibly, Holt was in the Cougars’ best 11 out of the 13 games he played, missing out in two games where he still managed to get on the scoreboard.
Speaking of hittingthe scoreboard, Holtmanaged to do so in every game, bar one, perhaps the mostsurprising fixture –goalless against Gormandale in Round 2– Churchill won by 147 points.
Holt realised he was the Churchill best and fairest during the club’s vote count on the weekend of the North Gippsland Grand Final.
The bestand fairest wasn’t allthat Holt wenthome with during Churchill’s presentation night last month, as his night continued to peak.
He was also awarded with the seniors most valuable player, as voted by his fellow teammates, and just when he thought it was all over, there was one more surprise in store.
To cap off the night which had already seen numerous accolades and awards under the spotlight, Holt was once again under it when he was inducted as aChurchill Football-Netball Club Life Member.
Holt has donned the blue and gold since joining as Tim Darby’s senior assistant coach in 2011, arriving from Yinnar. In the 14 seasons that he has played at Gaskin Park, he’s tallied 183 games and kicked 419 goals, all of which at the senior level.
His goal-to-game ratio means he averages nearly2.3 goals per game, over a14-year span. His 2024 season was the second-best of his Churchill career in front of goal, but he had his best goals-to-game ratioof3.7, coming off the back of his worst goals-to-game ratio in 2023 of 1.5, still an impressive feat.
Also earlier that night, two morelifemembers wereannounced, those being Chris ‘Squid’ Williams and Jordan Fenech, who also both brought up their 200 senior game milestones during the season. Thethree entrants joined agroup of now 87 life members, spanning over 133 years of the club. Also recognised for his latest milestone was Joe Whykes, who brought up 250 senior games during the year.
From anetball standpoint, the Cougars also celebrated Stacey Yates who was inducted into the North Gippsland FootballNetball League Hall of Fame.
Yates brought up two massive milestones during the year, doing so in the same game, those being 250 AGrade games and 350 club games.
DONELLY, Andrew Christopher
26/10/1977 -5/10/2007 Happy 47th Birthday Andrew You will be 47 years old on Saturday. Iwill still miss seeing your happy face today and calling in to see you. Iwish you were here to celebrate your special day. Ican only remember what Ihave in my heart, all those special memories of the 30 years we had with you. Love you and hope you are being well looked after today. Forever 30 years old Till we meet again Loved always and forever Mum
Fenechannounced that he wouldnolongerbethe senior coach going into 2025, as the club remains on the hunt for his replacement.
Watt arun we have
ATHLETICS
By BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
RUNNING this Sunday, the Geoff Watt Memorial Fun Run & Festivalprepares for another successfulouting in its annual slate.
This time around theday’s proceedings will feature aLittle Athletics Australia Junior Coaching Clinic with some green and gold representation on hand to run the show.
Paris Olympian and Australian High Jump Champion Yual Reath and former Olympic throws coach Gus Puopolo will take charge and provide the participatingkids with arange of fundamental athletic learnings for both newcomers and current Little Aths.
“This will be my first clinic, particularly to train the kids and help them out,” Reath said.
“I just want athletics to get the same sort of recognition that something like Aussie Rules (gets).”
Reath is preparing for the World AthleticsChampionships in Tokyonext year after representing Australia for the first time in this year’s Olympic Games.
Puopolo is arevered mentor within the athletics community, previously aThrows Coachfor the 1988 Seoul and 2012 London Olympic Games.
Rachael Kearns (nee Loechel) took out her thirdA Grade best and fairest, also claiming the player-voted most valuable player. Emily Lugton was the runner up, even after finishing as the runner up in the league’s best and fairest.
True leader on and off the pitch
GAPPER (Roberts), Anita Christina. Melinda, Austin, Barbara and families thank our wonderful mother for 94 amazing years of love and family. We thank everyone for their support, messages of condolence, flowers, food, visits, calls and texts since our darling girl left us on 3October. To John Galbriath and Father James thank you for your care and prayers with mum. Rebecca and Emily for preparing the book for the Service.
To Hazeleigh Blooms, Carolyn for the simply stunning flowers, truly beautiful and much appre ciated. To Kate Hoogerwerf, the nursing staff and all the carers at Heritage Manor who loved and cared for mum and supported our family. We thank you all sincerely.
He is also atwo-time Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist (1978Edmonton and 1982 Brisbane) and has 10 Australian Championship medals (including seven gold medals) for Hammer Throw.
Puopolo has trained many Olympicand World Champions and has along history with the Ringwood Athletics Club training local junior athletes.
The Geoff Watt Memorial Fun Run &Festival is Gippsland’s longest running fun run event which is heldinmemoryof Geoff Watt -who was amarathon/ultra marathon runner and adventurer.
There will be live music and afood and wine festival as part of the celebration at the Geoff Watt Memorial Athletics Track, Burke Street, Warragul.
For more information, visit https://geoffwattrun.com.au/
Officiallyagreat: ZoeAskew wasnamed captain of Sale United Soccer Club’s Team of theDecade for 2015-2024. File photograph
was honoured as one of the best players to pull on aSwans shirt in the last 10 years. What’s more, she was named captain of the side. Askew is Sale United’smost decoratedwomen’scaptain, and led the Swanstothe Latrobe Valley Soccer League championship last year.
She backed up that effort with cup victory this season, as her team also went back-to-back in the league. Askew unfortunately missed the league title through injury, but played apivotal role during the season nonetheless.
Adding to recent accolades, Sale United Women were named Gippstar Team of the Year for 2023.
As part of herinduction,Sale Unitedalso recognised Askew’s media work in helping promotethe club, particularly through her high-level photography and writing.
Likefine wine: Churchill’sBrendan Holtclaimedhis first senior best and fairest this season.
Photograph: Churchill FNC/Facebook
Funtimes: TheGeoff Watt Memorial Runis this Sunday. File photograph
T-Birds’ best and worst on display
BASKETBALL
CBL
BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
HIT and miss results was the name of the game for Latrobe Valley sides in Round 3ofthe CBL.
Traralgon dealt an absolute slaughtering but were equally dealt with convincingly, while Morwell sit with just the one win after three games.
THE T-Birds were forced to re-examine themselves after asurprise thrashing at the hands of Warragul on Saturday night, 128 to 94.
The Warriors on their home court are always ,a challenge but Traralgon were coming off impressive performances in Round 1ofthe season.
It could have been said the T-Birds had to work themselves back into groove after the bye the week before which would have only been reinforced by aquick 8-nil start for Warragul withtwo threepointers from Daniel Whitfield.
Traralgon fixed back into shape, taking the lead after Kody Tibballs was fouledonaperimetershot giving the T-Birds star three shots at the line.
Warragul flicked the switched back in their favour, mounting a15-8run to give them asix-point swing on the scoreboard with three minutesleft in theopening quarter.
Finishing at afour-point game Warragul’s way at the end of the first term, the Warriors would’ve thought: ‘why the heck not?’
Whitfield and Xavier Adams left the scoring to themselves, including three deep bombs, giving them a15-point lead early in the second, forcing atimeout by Traralgon coach Logan Van Berkel.
The T-Birds tried desperately to push back into the contest but the Warriors stuck to their guns,
ATHLETICS
GIPPSLAND
Round 3ofGippsland Athletics Club trackand field season washeld Tuesday 15th of October 2024.
Men: U/18–Justin Fernando 12.64; Open –Aaron Saltmarsh-Milne 12.05, Jack Doderico 12.38; Masters–Jude Fernando 14.65, StuartDalton 16.12, Wayne Seear 18.46
Gippsland Athletics Clubs Round4 competition will be held next Tuesday 22th October,6pm at the JoeCarmody Track, Newborough Events include: 100m, Javelin, Long Jump, 3000/5000m Run/Walk, Discus,400m. 800M
pushing the margin out over 20 points and kept it their through to halftime.
Traralgon gave their best shot to open the second half but Warragul matched them almost at every cornerleavingthe game alreadydecide as the T-Birds were outscored by 16 points in the last term.
It was atrue slog despite the high scoring with fiveplayers across the board fouled outonthe night.
Tibballs did his absolute best in defeat with 31 points, Frazar Brounds next in line with 16.
However, Traralgon would turn it aroundto produce abloodbath of the highest order in a135-62 drilling of Maffra at home on Sunday afternoon.
The T-Birds backed up their horrendous patches against Warragul by taking to task an Eagles side thatiseyeing afinals return and who won their opening three gamesofthe season, holding them to 10 points in theopeningterm.
The margin climbed north of 30 points during the second term as it appeared the game was over before it got going.
Traralgon weren’t about to let their foot off the pedal, using every ounce of energy to combat their loss from the night prior outscoring Maffra by 42 points through from halftime to the final buzzer.
The T-Birds featured four 20-point scorers with Zac Bezzina and MasonPorykali pouring 24 points and acombined five threes, 23 from Bradley Watson and 20 from Tibballs.
The T-Birds can be atruly dominant side when everything’s rolling for them but equally they can tested and taken down when opponents realise and exert physicalityand impose them from the get-go.
MORWELL alternatively were bounced by that same Maffra side on Saturday night 92-74.
The Magic had been impressive in the early stages in the season, but it was only atwo quarter
Entries close Tues 22 Oct for the Strz North State Fours Nominations needed for North vSouth Dec 1and Region Sides in Ballarat 11/13 January
LADDERS Round 115/10/2024
Division 1W LD FA Dif Pts
Trafalgar 11 00 67 51 16 14
Traralgon RSL1 100 61 47 14 14
Drouin 11 00 57 46 11 14
Moe 11 00 59 56 314
Morwell Club 10 10 56 59 -3 2
Warragul 10 10 46 57 -112
Newborough 10 10 47 61 -142
Traralgon 10 10 51 67 -162
Division 2W LD FA Dif Pt
Morwell 11 00 83 40 43 16
Newborough 21 00 73 51 22 16
Traralgon 21 00 70 39 31 14
Yinnar 11 00 61 53 812
Drouin 20 10 53 61 -8 4
Trafalgar 20 10 39 70 -31 2
Morwell Club 20 10 51 73 -22 0
Neerim District 10 10 40 83 -43 0
Division 3W LD FA Dif Pts
Newborough 31 00 65 48 17 15
Drouin 31 00 64 50 14 14
Churchill 11 00 54 53 112
Morwell 20 10 53 54 -1 4
Yarragon 10 10 50 64 -142
Traralgon 30 10 48 65 -171
Division 4W LD FA Dif Pts
Warragul 21 00 76 36 40 16
Longwarry1 100 69 41 28 16
Traralgon RSL2 100 61 51 10 14
Moe 20 10 51 61 -102
Garfield 10 10 41 69 -28 0
Morwell 30 10 36 76 -400
Division 5W LD FA Dif Pts
Yinnar 21 00 49 37 12 10
Trafalgar 31 00 37 28 910
YallournNorth 11 00 47 30 17 9
Newborough 40 10 30 47 -171
Traralgon 40 10 28 37 -9 0
Drouin 40 10 37 49 -120
Division 6W LD FA Dif Pts
Churchill 21 00 41 34 710
Morwell 41 00 39 27 12 9
Traralgon RSL3 100 42 36 68
Warragul 30 10 36 42 -6 2
Neerim District 20 10 27 39 -121
Traralgon 50 10 34 41 -7 0
Entries close Tues 22 Oct for State Fours
Nominations needed for North vSouth
Dec 1and Region Sides in Ballarat 11/13
January
GOLF
CHURCHILL &MONASH
4BBB StablefordSaturday12th October
2024.
Winners: C. Gilfillanand M. Brereton 47 pts
performance from them that was nevergoingto work.
It started well from both ends as the game went back-and-forthdestined to end in astalematein time for the second quarter, only for Morwell’s Daniel Board to nail apull-up three-pointer to give them the lead after the first 10 minutes of play.
Morwell mellowed the Maffra run, scoring nine of the last 15 points to keep it at afive-point game once the main break arrived.
Maffra came outand onceagainpunched thatlead back this time up to as much as 13 points finding easy looks all across the floor beforethe Magic blew right back into it with a18-9 run.
The game appeared to be welland truly in the air especially as Nick Sedley immediately came out of the third quarter break to nail another three to bring it even closer.
Maffra weren’t about to let this game slip away, and tallied the next 10 pointsall coming from Judd Burgiel and Byron Sandeman.
Morwell hadclawedtheirway back into all game but that cushion was enough especially for the Eagles side, giving them their third win on the year.
Sedley finished with agame-high 28 points and six threes, and Jordan Canovan added 15 points.
TWO games were only featured at the weekend for the women’s competition as Morwell travelled to Maffra on Saturday night.
The Magic staved offthe Eagles by holdingthem to just 12 points in the final quarter to give them their second win on the year.
Emily Scholtespiled in 24 points to leadthe way for Morwell along with Makaela Zeldenryk and Abbey Noblett with 12 and 11 points respectively.
MOE had the bye in men’s and women’s.
SCOREBOARD
RunnersUp: D. Taylorand B. Kilday45pts
D.T.L: C. Sterrickand T. Sterrick44, D. Cluderay and B. Cluderay 44, R. Noordam and W. McGrath 43, G. Beyerand M. hammer 42, P. Junker and W. Sutton42
N.T.P: 3rdG.Spowart,5th R. Dent, 12th
Pro Pin: M. Brereton, 15th S. Allison
Birdies: 3rdI.Fortune,R.Madigan 5th R. Dent, B. Cluderay 12th M. Brereton 14th G.
Sanders Eagle: 4th D. Cluderay
Target Hole: P. Kearns
3BBB StablefordTuesday 15th October
2024.
Winners: 84 pts M. Hutchinson 28, S. Caldwell 24, S. Turner 26
D.T.L: 76pts C. Stevens 40, M. Ryan 14,C
Gosling
N.T.P: 3rdJ.Blizzard, 5th J. Blizzard, 12th M. Ryan, 14th M. Ryan
ROUND 5ofNBL action sawTraralgon’s JackWhite pitted against city rivalsSouth East Melbourne Phoenix, to not atoo favourable results.
Melbourne Unitedsuffered theirthird loss for the season, going down 93 to 84 last Sunday at John Cain Arena.
After atussling first quarter in which Unitedfound themselvesahead, Phoenix were lighting aflame with 32 points in the second term to lead by five points.
Melbourne only seemed to have the edge due to their defence,limitingPhoenix’s output but a27-21 final quarter surmounted
SouthEastMelbourne’s first win of the season, after firing head coach Mike Kelly during the week.
White finished just seven points with 2-9 shooting from the field, 10 rebounds and two blocks.
United currently sit fourth on the ladder with awin-lossrecord of 4-3.
Unitedpreviouslybeat Phoenixby12 points in Round 2ofthe NBLseason.
Grade AWinners: Borg, Kathy(23) 31
Sunday, 20 October 2024 OPEN Sunday9
hole Stableford
Grade AWinners: Spowart,Geoff(28) 19
Sunday, 20 October 2024 Competition : OPEN SundayMedley
NTP: Tony Shearer (11), PeterCooke(13), Harold McNair (15)
WednesdayWomen's results: 16/10/24
Stableford 18 holes -15players
WinnersA Grade: Ange Bayley(21) 37
Runners-Up: KarenMacGregor (24) 32
WinnersBGrade: Chris Payne(43) 36
Runner Up: Jo Baker (33) 33 points
DTL: JanJansen 32, Aileen McNair 32, Sue Klemke31
Mystery6: ChrisPayne and JanJansen
15 points:
NTP: 2nd second shot Anne Outhred
9HoleStableford: -7 players
Winners: Di Bayley(32) 16 points
RunnersUp: Beth Lansdown (40) 14 C/B
DTL: Bron Wallace (20) 14 points
Gobblers: JanJansen on the 16th andBev Keilyonthe 12th and 18th
Saturday,October 19th 2024, Stoney Creek Challenge
Winner’s: Graeme Ayre,Nathan Dart,Phil James &AnthonyMcCrorey 112pts
DTL’s: MarkHiriart, PeterMoss,Greg Evison, GarryJansen 109, Nic Blake, Russ Grant, Darryl Blackshaw, PeterPankhurst 106, RayWilliams,Steve Klemke, Ron Davey, UweTomski106, Glenn Roberts, RayWiseman, ParisChristian, Paul Massey 106
NTP’s: 2nd: PeterBurghardt 5th: Ray Williams –Karen MacGregor 11th:Nic Blake– SueKlemke13th: MarkHiriart15th: BarryDwyer Entries areopen forthe Community Bank Trafalgar &District Pro Am, entry
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Local exports in thehuntfor finals
FOOTBALL AFLWEXPORTS
BY TOM HAYES
MAKING aplay for finals football will be on the minds of afew Latrobe Valley exports as we edge closer to the end of the AFLW home and away season.
Just two weeks remain until the top eight will be confirmed, and currently the teams of two locals sit within those positions.
TRARALGON’S Darcy Guttridge and St Kilda propped up, then stopped.
The Saints moved into the top eight following their massivewin overGWS afortnight ago (October 8).
St Kilda led at every change, thanks to ablistering first half which saw them ahead by 19 points at quarter time, then 37 points at half time.
Only kicking one goal for the rest of the second half, the Saints securedthe 7.7 (49) to 2.3(15)win
Guttridge kicked 1.1 in front of the big sticks, to go with 10 disposals, two marks, two tackles, and 229 metres gained. She is the Saints leading goal kicker for the season with six majors.
However, St Kilda losttoPort Adelaide at the weekend, going down 7.5 (47) to 5.2 (32), flicking them back outside of the top eight.
Despite sitting above the Power on the ladder heading into the game, Port recharged their finals chanceswithahuge win.
Gutrridge was much more quiet, only having the four disposals, two marks and two tackles.
St Kilda have crucial games to finish the season in theirbid for afinals spot, with Western Bulldogs (13th), and Brisbane (4th) to come.
COLLINGWOOD remained 17th after their 4.9 (33) to 3.7 (25) loss to Port Adelaide on Thursday, October 10.
The eight-point deficit sure was an improvement on weeks gone by, but their season will conclude in two weeks’ time.
Traralgon’s Schutte retainedher spot in the side, as she continues to gain experience by the week. She had aquiet outing however, managing three disposals and four tackles.
It went from bad to worse for the Magpies, who dropped to the bottom of the ladder aweek later, going down to Adelaide to the tune of 43 points.
Its relegation to the bottom of the ladder comes afterGold Coast collected its first win of the season, beating the 15th placed Sydney by four points at the weekend.
Schutte howevercontinues to get minutes in the black and white, having herself another seven touchesand four tackles in defeat while spending more than three quarters of the game on the field.
TRARALGON utility Lily-Rose Williamson finally found her way backinto Essendon's
best 21 at the weekend.However it wouldn't be the greatest of gamestomakeareturn, as the Bombers took on the top-of-the-ladder North Melbourne. The game went just aboutasyou would expect, with the Kangaroosbouncing all over Essendon, winning by 51 points Williamsoncould only muster two disposals in the defeat, leaving her position in the Bombers' team still under threat.
MORWELL export at Hawthorn, Casey Sherriff remains on the sidelines with an ankle complaint. An injury report confirms she could miss the rest of the home and away season, but could be asneakyreturn for finals.
Hawthorn defeated West Coast by 66 points, then GWS by 37 points at the weekend, moving up into second place on the ladder in the meantime. With two games to play, the Hawks have confirmed they will play finals football this season.
Second home for Sale GRC in the works
GREYHOUNDS
By STEFAN BRADLEY AND DAVID BRAITHWAITE
SALE Greyhound Racing Club (GRC) is set to develop arace-capable straight track in Kilmany after purchasing aplot of land earlier in the year, with the track to be trial-ready within three years. GreyhoundRacingVictoria (GRV)Executive General Manager of Operations,TroyHarleysaid the first races at thetrack couldhappen within five years, pending aplanning permitthat has already been lodged by the club.
“GRV expressed its desire to identify options for at least one additional straight track for training and/orracing in its infrastructure discussionpaper released earlier this year,” Harley said. This new projectwill be an additional track to be used by Sale Greyhound Racing Club, and not abrand new club.
Sale GRC GeneralManager,Peter Johnstonsaid the new Kilmany track would be funded fully by the club, with between $5 million and $7 million budgeted for the works over the next few years.
“We are confident in (the three-year and fiveyear timeline) as part of our strategicplan,but it is dependent on government approvals and everything. We want to be trialling out there as soon as practically possible,” Johnston said.
“It will have basic facilities for participants and will obviously have some viewing areas for people as well. It will be set up as a‘mini Sale track’.
“Our plan is to eventually race three times a week or so in Sale, twice aweek in Kilmany and also run full-time trial facilities.”
Johnston said the club wanted land which was close to Rosedale, and foundthis paddockfor sale near Templeton Road, Kilmany, south of the highway. It was also flat land which they considered important.
The news about the Kilmany track comes as GRV continues to explore options for the Traralgon track, which is currently administrated by Sale GRC.
“Racing was suspended at Traralgon in mid-July, followingongoingluresystemissuesatTraralgon,” Harley said.
“Subsequently, GRV, the Traralgon GRC and Sale GRC,asadministrator of the TGRC, progressed with the planning and subsequent installation of aconventional cable lure system at the track.
“That project was designed and costed, but ultimately the project has proven unfeasible and with no guarantee of working.
“Si gn if ica nt inv es tment ha sb een mad ein Traralgon, but the unique shape of the track has caused no shortage of issues.”
Harleysaidthe options includeturningTraralgon intoatrial only track as well as exploring potential limited racing use.
“As part of the development of GRV’s racing
Future of Glenview Park in doubt
GREYHOUNDS
FORMERLatrobe Valley councillor and passionate community advocate Lisa Proctor is currentlycalling on the community to attend ameetingtodiscuss the future of facilities at Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club.
Proctor said adecision on facilities and use of the track will be going before Greyhound Racing Victoria and the Minister for Racingbefore the end of the year.
"Unfortunately, it is abit like groundhog day, I was fighting to retainthis facility20years ago and here we are again in 2024,” she said.
"It is alarming that there has been no community consultation and input on this decision. Racing ceased months ago and assets have already been removed and are now being used in Melbourne venues. This venue has been used since 1978 and
the continual use for purposeiswhat we want maintained into the future."
Currently, the GRV facility has no locals represented on the committee and is currently being managed by Sale Greyhound Racing Club.
"Sale has announced they will be building a new facility at Kilmany, let’s hope this is not at the expense of the Traralgonfacilitiesclosure or reductiontotrialling only which could ultimately see the facility close due to avery small income,"
Proctor said.
Proctor understands therehas been around $15 million spent on the Traralgon facility, and that an upgrade is required due to lure problems.
Similarproblems have been overcome throughout Australia, so this can be fixed if there is adesire by GRV and the Minister which would see afull return to racing, Proctor maintains.
Proctoralsounderstandsthere has already been
discussion with Latrobe City Council and GRV on the facilities, but is waiting for further details on the specifics.
"Community want to see the Traralgon community representedformally and not through a Sale Committee," Proctor said.
"There have already been job losses which we don’t want to see and therehas been economic loss in the community which is not what Latrobe Valley wants or needs."
Proctor is urgingthe community to attend the meeting at Traralgon RSL next Monday (October 28) from 6.30pm.
There, concernscan be raised and potential solutions then submitted to GRV and the Minister for Racing.
For further information, phone Lisa Proctor on 0457 774 080.
asset and infrastructure plan all options need to be considered in conjunction with other venues, not just isolated. Traralgon, Cranbourne and other venue plans such as the Sale club’s Kilmanyproject are to be considered as to what best serves now and the future,” he said.
“With two tracks(Traralgon and Cranbourne) currently out of action, GRV is committed to finding solutionstobetter service greyhound trainers and participants in Melbourne’s south-east and hope to be in aposition to make an informed decision and subsequent announcementastowhat the solutions are sometime in November.”
Closure would be ablow to the community
GREYHOUNDS COMMENT
BY SCOTT SINCLAIR
IWRITE this piece with much emotion as I sit in reflection of the Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club.
My mind instantly flashes back to the many wonderful memories of aplacethat has brought us so much.
You see, to manyofusthis track is not just abuilding or apile of sand. For many us it's been home;it'sbeen our safe place and it's been our school yard. We have gathered over many years making friends, celebrating successes and supporting each other in dark times. For many us it's our place to mentally unwind;toforget the stressesoflife and to come together as one and watch our beautiful dogs do what they do best.
The thought of seeing this pillarclosing brings great sadness, especially thinking of the many wonderful peoplewho have poured their hearts and soulsinto the club. It's a place that has brought employmentinan area where it'srichly needed; it's aplace were teens have come to earn pocket money on a Friday night instead of clubbing and gone on to be Group 1trainers.
It's in the heart of the Latrobe Valley, an area that has been through so much, yet the club has stood the test of time. The area has produced many champions and legendsin greyhound racing. Manyofthoseinvolved are nowsecondand third generation participants, and it's were we dream for our kids and grandkids to enjoy for many years to come.
Personally, Iowe this place so much. It's givenmefriendships,it'sgivenmemany laughs, but it's also aplace were Ihave served as atrainer,owner, breeder, catcher, catching pen attendant, race starter, kennel worker, lure driver and even called arace meeting. To some people it may mean nothing, but to us it's asymbol of family, it's asymbol of mateship and togetherness.
Let's save thisplace so those who paved the way can continue to be remembered and those who are to come can enjoy the beauty we all have.
Scott Sinclair is aMorwell resident.
Concerns: Traralgon Greyhound Racing Clubcouldlose itsentire facility.
Bowls continue despite weather
BOWLS STRZELECKI NORTH
SATURDAYPENNANT
BY MICHAEL HOLROYD
ROUND 2ofweekend pennant followed awet Friday which made agreenkeepers life verydifficult after torrential rain at times the day before.
All greenkeepers did an excellent job to produce good greens on agusty windy day.
Newborough greenskeeper Scott Jones followed the rules and banned pregame practice to give his three greens the best chance of drying out prior to playcommencing and to reduce the chance of bowlers damaginghis precious surfacessoearly in the season.
Divison 1
NEWBOROUGH returned to the winners list with astrongperformance at home against Drouinwith its star recruit Moonee Valley Premier League permit player Nathan Lewis playinghis firstgame skipping his rink of Fran Clark, Jo Gibcus and Neale Houston to a28-11 victory.
TRARALGON continuedontheir winning way with all rinks up against near neighbours Traralgon RSL with Michael Yacoub and his rink of Pat Trewin, Cary Locke and Julian Wildenberg getting a27-10 win.
Matt Eccles enjoyed his match as stand in skipper for Jim Scullinwith a25-17 victory overformer Traralgon player Phil Mustoe.
LONGWARRY continued their winning way by takingout amostconfident Trafalgar with Ken Towt and his rink of Craig Cousin as Dale Hendrick and Barry White won 20-14.
Jason Lieshout and his rink of Grant Pask, Peter Lieshout and Russell White won 27-21 laying the groundwork for amuch-deserved win.
WARRAGUL with Bill Clappers and his rink of Bruce Thompson, Russell Carrick and Pat Hammond won 39-15 againstlucklessMorwell setting the stage for alocal derbyatLongwarry next Saturday with the two undefeated sides clashing.
Division 2
TRARALGON (2) travelled to Morwell Club and in atense tussle the scores were tied at the end with both sides gaining 9points.
For Traralgon (2), Kathy Smiles and her rink of Richards, Bill Kirby and Al Hegarty won 26-14 and for Morwell Club, David Broadbent and his rink of Barbara Lewis, Vaughan Reimers and Beryl Noblett had a25-15 victory.
NEWLYpromotedTraralgon (3) had awelldeserved win at Thorpdale with Roger Davey and his rink of Garry Trease, Robert Marsh and Max Cumming taking it 25-16.
MOE continued on their winning way with all rinks up at Traralgon RSL (2) with Michael Smogavec and his rink of Michael Rudy, Lachlan Sim and Jayde Leech getting a24-7 victory.
GARFIELD got on the winners list with atight match at home against Neerim District with Richard Ross and his rink of Lex Taylor, Cheryl Bretelerand GarryHelmore coming home strong, 26-19for an overall win by 3shots
Division 3
NEWBOROUGH(2) welcomed Boolarra who got outtoanearly lead before Ed Whelan, who was down 3-18, fought back to win his rink 24-20.
Ron Lyfield and his rink of Jack Cleaver, Graeme
Colbert and Steve Davy had a24-10 victory to help Boolarra to atwo shot win overall.
DROUIN (2) had agood win at home against Newborough(3) withCol Jeffrey and his rinkof Glenda Jarred, LynJeffreyand AndrewKidd taking it 24-9.
MOE (2) at home defeatedTrafalgar (2) with Ian Cainesand his rink of Olive Lang, RobynDodd and Lorraine Horton, 25-12.
MORWELL(2) had anarrow win at Yinnar with Ian Wilsonand his rink of Bill Tumney,Chris Cunningham and Max Duncan, 33-10 despite Max Aumann and his rink of Meredith Kennon, Jenni Harris and Russ Petersvictorious 31-14 for the home team.
Division 4
LONGWARRY and Churchill continued their winning form with victories against Warragul (2) and Morwell (3).
YARRAGON got on the winning list at home against Traralgon (4) with Jarrod Grigg and his rinkofRossMcDermott, Gordon Wrightand Kevin McLaren celebrating a36-5 victory.
YALLOURN North had agood win at Neerim District (2).
Division 5
FOUR home teams repeated their wins from last week with Drouin (3) defeating Yallourn North (2), Warragul (3) defeating Garfield (2), Trafalgar (3) defeating Boolarra (2) and Traralgon RSL (3) with JohnFarquharand his rink of Donna Street, Wendy Inman and Joe Ward having amassive 50-4 win.
Traralgon (5) got on the winning list at Morwell (4).
Demons keeping tabs on Morwell’sMentha
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AFL DRAFT
BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
MORWELL and Gippsland Power footballer Ricky Mentha appears to be on the verge of an AFL career with arecent premiership-winning club.
Reportedbythe Herald Sun's Jon Ralph and Paul Amy,Melbourne is consideringtaking the young gun as aCategoryBrookie out of their Next Generation Academy.
This would be the Demonsfirst time taking a player from their program since the academy's inauguration in 2017.
Mentha has spentthe lasttwo years at Gippsland Power in the Coates Talent League after moving from the Northern Territory, attending school at Newborough's Lowanna College alongside fellow Power draft prospect from Warragul, Alixzander Tauru.
ApartofMelbourne's zone, Mentha represented theNorthern Territory in under-age football and basketball.
The former is where long-standing Melbourne recruiting boss JasonTaylorfirst saw him playing barefoot in an eight-a-side match on an Alice Springs' soccer pitch.
Mentha already has afair bit of familiarity with
Taking it on: Morwell footballer RickyMentha at theAFL StateDraft
Combineearlier this month. Mentha is being eyedby2021 premiers Melbourne as aCategoryB rookie
Photograph: AFL Photos
the club afterspendingtime duringMelbourne's preseason following the end of his first year with Power-forging abond with Kysaiah "Kozzie" Pickett.
Mentha played for the Allies (a conglomerate of New South Wales, ACT, Queensland, Tasmania, and NT) in the Under-18sNational Championships.
Gippsland Power talentmanagerScottMcDougal spoke to the Herald Sun about Mentha's high-level IQ and versatile skillset that make him adaptable to the AFL.
Afterjust eight games in his first season with Power, Mentha came alive in 2024, sparking much noise.
"Physically and preparation and speed of the game were some of the challenges to overcome but he got afew games in towards the end of last year and then he had alittle injury," McDougal told the Herald Sun.
"He was put away in cotton wool and had areally, really good pre-season and started to come on as a footballerand feel comfortable around the group and enjoy the program."
Menthamanaged14games for Power through injury playing in arange of positions throughout the season.
Workingathis best as acrafty small forward, McDougal compared Mentha most closely to the likes of former Gippsland Powerand Essendon player Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti.
Membrey,Magpies to weigh up options
BY TOM HAYES
THE AFL tradeperiod has now come and gone, and it wasn’t without mention of some Latrobe Valley and wider Gippsland exports in the headlines. The 10-day trade period began on Monday, October 7, coming to an end on Wednesday, October 16.
TRARALGON export Tim Membrey was not offered another contract with St Kilda, resulting in his unrestricted free agent status. This means he can sign with any club he can strike adeal with in the off-season.
Membrey was heavily linkedtoEssendon throughout the trade period, after the Bombers traded versatile forward Jake Stringer to GWS for athird round pick.
Collingwood has also opened up as asuitor for Membrey, as the Magpies' forward line resembles one similar to that of the Saints. Membrey would seamlessly transitioninto anew forward line if that was to be the case. Collingwood List Manager, Justin Leppitschadmitted the club was in talks withMembrey. The30-year-old underwent a medical with the Magpies last Thursday. Melbourne and Brisbane also opened up as potential outside options for the 30-year-old, both with opportunities presenting themselves for anew key forward of sortswith the retirements of Melbourne's Ben Brown and Brisbane's Joe Daniher.
From aLatrobe Valley standpoint, it was always unlikely thatany other player would be on the move.
Morwell’s Tew Jiath will now enter the second year of his rookie contract at Collingwood next season after playing one game in his debut season.
His brother Changkuoth, currently at Hawthorn, signed an extensionduring the year to see his stay at the Hawks extend until the end of the 2027 season.
The Latrobe Valley trio at Gold Coast was never going anywhere. Moe and Fish Creek’s Sam Flanders signed on until the end of 2027 last year, while Moe’s Bailey Humphrey and Morwell’s Ben Ainsworth both re-signed until the end of the 2028 season during the year.
THE futures of other Gippsland Power product remain unconfirmed, with time still remaining to revive their AFL careers.
Ex-Lowanna College student, from Drouin,Jacob Konstanty had his wish granted,gettingamove back to Victoria.
The 19-year-old was not offered another contract withSydney, resulting in the small forwardhaving to assess his options.
The deal went down to the final minutes of the trade period,but Konstanty will accompanyveteran Luke Parker to North Melbourne, with the Swans getting athird round pick in return.
North Melbourne were on the hunt for another small forward, and this move might see Konstanty fall into that role and earn his AFL debut.
Division 6
NEWBOROUGH (4) defeated Traralgon (6) with CharlieAmosand his rink of first gamer Diane Slayford, Don Armstrong and Ron Carswell winning 42 -15, Moe(3) defeated Longwarry (3) and Neerim District (3) defeated Drouin (4) with Trafalgar (4) having the bye.
Division 7
TRARALGON RSL (4) defeated Churchill (2), Warragul (4) defeated Moe (4) with Henny Schreyer winning 37-8 and Chris Wilkins winning 35-12. Thorpdale forfeited to Traralgon (7).
The Kangaroos already have anumberof Gippslanders on their list, including Charlie Comben (Sale), Zane Duursma(Foster), and Wil Dawson (Leongatha).
Former teammate of Konstanty, Orbost's Cooper Vickerywas delisted by Sydneyfollowing its Grand Final loss. Vickery and Konstanty were drafted to the Swans in the same class.
The Maffra pair in the west have contrasting outlooks on the trade period.
Max Knobel, currently at Fremantle, looks set to secure anew contract. The ruckman produced eye-catching performances in the WAFL throughout the year, showing promise for the future.
However, Knobel remains uncontracted for 2025 and beyond at this stage.
The Dockers have one of the strongest ruck hands in the league, with duo SeanDarcy and Luke Jackson leading the line. The two are both contracted until 2030 and 2029 respectively.
West Coast's Coby Burgiel faced amuch harsher reality. He faces afuture outsidethe AFL after being delisted by the Eagles.
Burgiel has been plagued with soft tissue injury sincehis arrival in the west, stinting his growth at theclub. Despite this, he had still been able to rack up minutes in the WAFL.
He was set to debut at the end of the 2023 season, butafresh calf injury reportedly stopped that from eventuating.
BOWLS
STRZELECKI NORTH MIDWEEK PENNANT BY MICHAEL
HOLROYD
THEmidweek pennant bowls commenced with avery windy day and amajor change in rules with no restrictions on which position men could play while bringing Strzelecki North playing area in sync with the rest of Victoria.
Division 1
TRARALGON RSL provided the first upset of the seasonwith astrongwin at home against reigning premier Newborough. Maurice Sutcliffe and his rink of Margaret Gibbins, JeffBlytheman and Chris Mackintosh won 28-15 to seal the win.
DROUIN with Graeme Aubrey and his rink of David McIlfatrick, Dini Hone and Dennis Throupwinning22-11 reversed Saturday’s narrow loss to Warragul.
TRAFALGAR showed their strength at home against Traralgon with Matt Schreyer and his rink of Mary Holdsworth, Heather Taylor and Ted Kuklinsky winning 32-17. NEWLY promotedMoe hadanarrow 3 shot win at home against Morwell Club with Brian Rodgersand his rink of OliveLang, Bob Rennie and Val Rodgers, 23-20.
Division 2
TRARALGON (2) at home reversed their division 1result over Trafalgar (2) with Barbara Scottand her rink of Karen Hodgens, Shane Priestley and Robert Wheeler winning 29-9. MORWELLwon well at Neerim District withGraemeHutchinson and his rink of Ross Harford together with Chris and Steve Cunningham, 34-13.
NEWBOROUGH (2)athomewere too strong for Morwell Club (2) with Robbert Cook and his rinkofBrian Carpenter, Len Middling and Bev Luck winning 29-18. YINNARhad agood win at Drouin (2) with Tim Roche and his rink of Liddy Davidson, Francis Cassar and Ray Tanti victorious 32-10.
Division 3
DROUIN (3) with Margaret Owens and her rink of Lorraine Fox, Peter McGrath and Neil Bulleen defeated Yarragon 31-3.
CHURCHILL won by one shot over Morwell (2) with only the rink of Bill Brown and his team of Cheryl Gill, Jenny McClure and Marion Newton winning 24-9.
NEWBOROUGH (3) with Peter Policha and his rink of Helen Grubb, John Vicicand Diane Bertoli had agood win at Traralgon (3) 20-9.
Division 4
WARRAGUL (2)had abig winoverMorwell (3) with David Gatewood and his rinkof AnthonyWynd, Dennis Rankin and Garry Ingley taking it out 30-10.
LONGWARRYhad agood win over Garfield with Trevor Kitchin and his rink of Heidi Bosch, Colleen Butterworth and Sharon Twite victorious 26-13.
TRARALGON RSL (2) defeatedMoe (2) with Gordon Bayley and his rink of Lorraine McClare, Eric Warfe and Rick Lukey winning 22-14.
Division 5
YALLOURN North defeated Newborough (4), Trafalgar (3) defeated Traralgon (4) and Yinnar (2) defeated Drouin (4).
Division 6
TRARALGON RSL(3) defeatedWarragul (3), Churchill (2) defeated Traralgon (6) and Morwell (4) defeated Neerim District (2).
Lions take the cake in one-run thriller
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BY LIAM DURKIN
MOE has had afew memorable days on the Yinnar Turf.
Last Saturdaywas another,asthe Lions won an epic against Raiders by the grand total of one run.
Having registered 151 batting first, the visitors hung on for dear life, with aclub favourite covering himself in glory.
With Raiders needing just two runs for victory, Moe pace bowler Robert Blunt sparked wild celebrations, knocking over Pasan Gunathilake to snare the winning wicket.
The man known as ‘Blunty’ rose to the occasion, and executed under adecent amount of pressure given teammates Keenan Hughes, Laytten Smith, Jordan Shields and Aaron Johnstone had all bowled out.
Such afinish appeared someway off earlier in the day, as Moe looked to build aformidable total.
A52-runpartnership between Ash Savige and Andrew Philip saw the Lions at 2/81, before the dismissalofSavigefor acounterattacking 33 off 41 balls(five fours) triggered acollapse.
Philip was next to go for 30, and from 4/113, Moe lost their next two wickets without troubling the scorers.
The Lions were able to give their bowlers 150 to play with, thanks to asomewhat unassuming partnership between numbers 10 and 11 Blunt and youngster Ben McCartney.
While apartnershipof16doesn’t normally elicit much fanfare, it ended up being worth its weight in gold the way the game played out.
Raiders used seven bowlers, with wickets shared throughout.
George Cheshire and Gunathilake took three each, while Harri McColl secured 2/11.
The Raiders innings mirrored Moe’s to some extent, withrunscomingfromthe toporderbefore wickets tumbled.
Cheshire put the home side into ahealthy position,departing for 30 off 39 balls to seethe scoreboard read 2/48.
He was undone by young gun Jordan Shields, who wrestled momentum back for the Lions.
After bowling Cheshire, the legspinner then ran out Darryn Stares with alow direct hit from point, and trapped noted match-winner Rob Webber in front.Raiders were suddenly 6/94, althoughtop
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order bat Akila Silva was still in and threatening to take his side over the line.
AprecursortoBlunt’s heroics saw him bob up to take acrucial diving catch at short third man to see the back of Silva for asmashing 44 runs.
Raiders then snicked and fought their way closer to 150, but were 9/135 after Jesse Pheeney superbly ran out Tim Hutchinson with adirect hit -Moe’s second for the day.
An epicfinish was now set up, with Raidersneeding 15 runs off 24 balls with one wicket in hand.
Somechaotic moments followed, not least adirect hit that ricocheted away from any fielders backing up, allowing Raiders to sneak an extra run.
McColl and Gunathilake got it down to just four off 12 balls needed.
Moe captain and wicketkeeper Noah Kane had no choice but to bringthe field in, and after two runs came off the first ball of Blunt's fifthover, Kanemight have justabout beenready to take the gloves off.
Adot off the second followed, before the decisive third ball saw the timber disturbed.
Why can't there be FrogBox at every ground.
Perhaps lost in Moe’s one-run victory was the fact it wasthe Lions’firstone-day win over Raiders
when bowlingsecond.The Lions remain withouta blemish in the losses column to start the season, while Raiders (admittedly with plenty of time to make up), will hope to get on the board soon.
Changes to the order probably won’t make much difference,although seeing Webber batting as low as six has been an interesting sight in the early stages of the season.
Raiders captain Liam Maynard has also been opening the batting,whereas most wouldassociate him with the role of middle order accumulator. Discounting finals, this would have to rank as one of the most extraordinary wins in Moe’s history.
For Blunt, while he has certainly had more prolific AGrade games in terms of wickets, one would hope his efforts in coming up clutch on multiple occasions were appreciated.
In agame decided by one run, he not only took the winning wicket, but held onto adiving catch to dismiss the opposition’s highest scorer, and took the score past 150 with the bat. You can rest assured the books would have added up as well.
Rep cricket commences Sharks survive scare against battering Rams
BY LIAM DURKIN
SENIOR Gippsland Cricket League (men's and women's) commences this Sunday (October 27).
Latrobe Valley takes on Warragul in the men'satFred KingOval, Glengarry, while thegirls play Leongatha at Stoddart Oval, Traralgon (home of Gormandale).
Latrobe Valley are the reigning senior men's,under 18sand under 13sGCL premier. Glengarry'sNat Freitag has beenreappointedsenior men's captain, and will be assisted by Michael Warne (Ex Students) as coordinator.
Warragul has already named its side for the opening round men's clash: Damon Healy (captain),LiamLenders (vice captain), Brayden Notman, Gavin Roulston, Yashan Samarasinghe, Lahiru Jayakody, Zane Harper, Ben Clarke,Ethan Guest, Brad Glover, Aidan Phillips, Eddie McGillivray. Roulston played in the under 19s World Cup for Ireland.
JUNIOR representative cricket has already commenced.
The first round of Gippsland Cricket League under 18s saw Leongatha defeat Sale-Maffra, while Bairnsdale won on forfeit against Warragul on Sunday, October 13.
The Sharks could only manage 9/86 in reply to Leongatha's 164 on the Yarram Turf. Riley Harris led the wayfor the winners, making 59 opening the batting.
Drury Davidson took 3/21 for Sale-Maffra, helped along by Xavier Hurley who nabbed 2/18.
Isaac Bolgeand Rhett Hume put adent in anychances the Sharks hadofsuccess, taking identical figures of 3/19. Latrobe Valley had the bye.
Under 15s and 13s GCL begins Sunday, November 10, while girl’s junior country week will be played in the new year.
There has been some changes to the junior format, with the previous under 15s country week replaced by aregular season.
CLVPREMIER A BY LIAM
DURKIN
WHAT adifference aweek makes (sort of).
Afterlooking the furthest thing from acricket team against Moe, Toongabbie came within three runs of toppling reigning premier Ex Students.
The Sharksended up defending their total of 160, but only after some late-day chaos at Roger Ries Oval.
Not for the first time, Ex Students took Rick Battista out from the break glass in case of emergency window,and his 77 not out off 103 balls was very much welcomed after the Sharks found themselves 2/23.
Battista and Mitch Harris put on 73 for the fourth wicket, with the former making 35.
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RAIDERSV MOE at Yinnar Turf MOE INNINGS
Gayashan Munasinghe led the charge for the Rams, taking 3/36.
Victory looked assured for the Sharks when Toongabbie was 8/98, however,ascarcely believable cameofrom number 10 Sam Moran very nearly snatched an incredible win.
Moran blastedtwo sixes and was 44 not out when the final wicket fell at the other end.
His effort was only bettered by first-drop Amal Athulathmudali, who scored 45 off 48 rocks.
Andrew Matthews proved ahandful, taking 3/5 off five overs, while AdamBrady(2/16) and Lee Stockdale (2/34) both chipped in.
GLENGARRY was too strong for Morwell.
The Magpies won with relative ease at home, getting the job done by eight wickets.
The Tigers used their allotted overs, and closed at 8/141.
After slumping to 3/12, Tim Ford and Jordan
Campbell set about rebuilding the innings. Ford played apatient hand,and remained unbeaten on 58 off 116 balls,striking at exactly 50.
New ball operators Cam Grahamand Nat Freitag did most of the damage for Glengarry, taking near identical figures of 3/27 and 3/28 respectively.
Fordknocked over Magpie openers Al Jenkin and Frank Marks early in the reply, but Freitag and Conor Robson were able to guide the team to victory from there.
Freitagwalkedoff with 57 red to his name, while Robson also raised the bat.
Fordbowledout, taking 2/14 off his 10 overs with four maidens.
Conditions were clearly tricky at Fred King Oval, with aplayer the calibreofFreitag even taking close to 100 balls to reach 50.
THE match between Centrals and CATS did not get astart.
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Women's (Thursday, October 17) WOMEN'S PREMIER (ROUND 1):
Raiders 2/74 (Z Quinsey-Munro30ret, JSanders 21*, K Mann 2/11) def WillowGrove 7/61 (K Mann 32, ZQuinseyMunro2/3, HBaker 2/12), Churchill 4/86 (E Lugton 29*) def Imperials 3/83 (A Murtagh 21*), Latrobe 2/83 (S Rockliff30 ret) def Centrals 6/68
31 ret, NFreeman 23, JChristie 2/9), Mirboo North 4/86 (K Collins 33*) def Raiders 2/80 (T Hunt 30 ret, DKing 25*), Ex Students 2/92 def Rovers 4/42 (R Adams 2/1)
Juniors
Wolvesclawweirddraw
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BY LIAM DURKIN
WHILE there was games decided by three runs and one run in Cricket Latrobe Valley Premier A, one was decided by even less in AGrade Willow Grove and Traralgon West couldnot be separated in Round 3action.
In bizarre scenes at Willow Grove Recreation Reserve, the Eagles tied the match in the thirdlast over, only to lose their final wicket in the penultimate.
Chasing atotal of less than 100 on ahard deck shouldn’t be too difficult in anyone’s language, although as they say: ‘never judge agame until both teams have batted’.
The Wolves were shot out in 35.2 overs, with Luke Payton the only player to make much of an impression, scoring 41 off 50 balls.
Payton blasted four sixes, but his dismissal at 6/71saw the home side add only another 24 runs.
Hayden Kimpton provided ahighlight in the field, with asuperb flat throw from the boundary in front of the changeroomsseeing Darcy Walsh short of his ground.
Jack Cooke and Reece Falla took three wickets each, the latter adopting the unusual method of bowlingwithhis frontfoot landing parallel to the stumps.
Traralgon Westhad 10 overs to face before tea, with seemingly not an issue in the world.
By the time they were digginginto the spread, therewas plenty of issues, as the score read 4/23.
Sixtyorsoballs of mayhem ensued before the break -which it must be said was mainly self-inflicted by the Eagles.
Some very ordinary shot selection led to the demise of the top order,which suddenlyheaped pressure on thebatsmen to come.
Afamous win was on the cards for Willow Grove, as Traralgon West looked dead and buried at 8/50.
Falla and Bryan Griffiths put on 37 for the
ninth wicket, before Falla was bowled by Rob Fiddelaers.
Thisbrought leg spinner Adam Thow out to the middle to face the music.
The Eagles only needed eight runs to win, but in the context of the game, and with alush outfield to deal with, those eightrunsmay have indeed felt like 80, or even 180.
Thow and Griffiths scampered every run they could get, be it through hit and run or leg byes. Aleg bye off the last ball of the 48th over meant Thow was back on strike with just one run needed to win.
Fiddelaers, who has probably playedmore gamesoffootballand cricket on WillowGrove Recreation Reserve than everyone present last Saturday, delivered the last wicket, trapping Thow in front to leave things all tied up.
Although it was alimited overs game, there are no provisions for aSuper Over in league rules.
Fiddelaers had to make do with figures of 2/11, while Ben Edebohls must have had one eye turned to the sweet taste of victory against his old side, after taking 4/17 off 10 overs with three maidens.
Alas, if there is an Edebohls Cup, it remains at the trophy shop, or split in half.
While bothteams might feel as though they escapedwith atie following poorbattingdisplays, it may heighten the need to address some issues with the stick.
Acouple of Wolves players went out to poor deliveries towards the end, while the application of the Eagles’ top order leftafair bittobedesired.
Traralgon Westwill need to sure up its batting, as it appears Tim Fitch is donefor the season following hip surgery, while wicket-keeper Josh Monacella is still some time off.
What away to spend aSaturday -play more than80oversand end up with the samenumber of points as ateamthat gets washedout and goes to the Caulfield Cup.
IF the scores are anything to go by, acouple of Cricket Latrobe Valley youngsters can’t get enough of the game.
Centrals pair Nethul Gamage and James Poursanidis play Under 14s, Under 16s and seniors all in the one week.
They were bothamong their team’s most prominent performers last week as well.
Nethul made 34 retired in the 14s, took 2/15 in senior cricket on the Saturday, and then made 42 in the 16s the next day.
James had littletroublefinding the middle, making 30 retired in the14s,34retired in the 16s, and 29 not out in seniors.
Add in two nights for training, and five days of the week are taken up with cricket.
Women’s cricketer Zoe Quinsey-Munro was also busy, making30retired and taking 2/3 for Raiders women last Thursday, before backing up and taking 3/8 for Raiders BGrade on Saturday.
Up for debate
NOT often you see atie in cricket.
Willow Groveand Traralgon Westfinished their game on exactlythe same numberofrunsinA Grade at the weekend.
Points were split as aresult, although it is a little surprising there is no provision for aSuper Over in CLV.
Given thereisthe Duckworth-Lewis-Stern
methord for one day games, the league may wish to explore introducing aSuper Over next season.
Tempting fate
AFEW local cricketers were spotted at the Moe Cup last Friday. No doubt some were anticipating play getting called off.
Spotting one, who wouldhave been an opponent the next day and already with beer hand, Icouldn’t help but thinkhewas either going to play and miss everything or torch 100 off 50 balls if we got on. That’s usually how it works. Fortunately or unfortunately,all playwas abandoned in the WDCA.
Crossing paths
THE GWS boys found themselves in somehot water last week, Lachie Whitfield among them. Whitfield was adecent cricketer before getting drafted, opening the bowling for his school. This writer actually went out to him in aschool gamemanymoonsago, hitting apull shothigh on the splice to square leg.
The irony of afuture footballer bowling bouncers at afuture journo has since been realised. Whitfield went Pick 1inthe 2012 draft. While players who go Pick 1can often be much maligned, it is little surprise to see Whitfield has enjoyed the AFL career he has. He was aclear standout even back then.
Cobras continue hot form in CLVAGrade
CRICKET
CLVAGRADE BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
FOLLOWING the downpour that inflicted the Moe Cup on Friday, cricketers acrossLatrobe Valley rejoiced as the weather cleared up (althoughwind was still afactor) for AGrade action to return.
Round 3featured cross town rivalries going head-to-head, close calls and adraw -however, one game was still canned, with Latrobe and Mirboo North getting the short end of the stick.
IMPERIALS staved off Rovers out at Catterick Crescent.
Imps wonthe toss and elected to bowl as Rovers openingpairLiam Little and Tyler Pearcearrived on deck.
Little tempered with only 14 runs off 51 balls before being sent out off ahigh ball in the 14th over.
Pearce was their true goer, finishing with 36.
Entercaptain Ewan Williams, by far Rovers longest stanza,who made 49 off 82 as many of his teammates came and went with only 23 runs compiled by the remaining seven batsmen.
Scott Aitken was the man for Imperials with five wickets across his nine-over stand.
Imperials began their chase with captain Ryan Morley starting proceedings strongly for his side with 32 runs out of the gate.
Fellow opener Brad Sizeland was dismissed after 11 ballswith just nineruns, before Brett Chapman arrived, making an impressive 24 off 36.
While Morleystood strong, James Skingle (34 off 58) and Todd Mann (24 off 44) were left to get the winning runs with under four overs remaining.
Singh took three wickets for Rovers.
CHURCHILL continued their hot start to the season, taking down Gormandale out at Andrews Park West.
The Tigers opened up proceedings with the combination of Callum Polo (16runs) andCampbell Peavey (17), but were both kept at bay off the back of trading Cobras bowlers Nathan Heard and Patrick Brooks.
Each were eventually dismissed -and while they did have aconsistent output from their list, no one produced astand-out performance, with Yohan Soyza (19) and Nick Scammell (18) best for Gormandale.
Steve Warr and Ross Whelpdale finished with three wickets each for Churchill.
The Cobras then began their march, pushingfor athird win from three games to start the season. The chase wasless thanstraightforward, and Gormandalevery nearly pinched it, getting within two wickets (effectively seven as there was only twotoget when the eighth wicket fell).
Brae Kelly made 29, yet Ryan Harvey was the highlight of the day with 56 off 107 balls that included 5fours.
Nathan Heard finished with four wickets for the Tigers.
Goannas belt Pakenham in Over 60s
CRICKET
VETERANS BY GORDON COWLING
TRARALGON Rovershostedthe Gippsland GoannasOver60team for theirmatchagainst Pakenham last Sunday.
The Goannas won the toss and elected to bat, finishing on 5/245 after 40 overs.
Ray Floyd and MarkBrownopened, and took the score to 36 before Floyd was caught for 20.
Brown retiredfor 30 and Rob Taylor and Ian Southallthen put on 64.
At the 20-over drinks break the scorewas 1/118.
Taylor retired for 41 while Southall retired for 35.
Rob Bacchettialsoretiredon33, Meredith made 26 and Chris De Vent 22 not out.
Bernie Symons and Gordon Cowling then took the new ball.
Symons took 2/8, and was then replaced by Barrie Nunn, whose left arm swingers ensured the batsmen were watching carefully.
Carl Muscat, aVictorian representative player, was well caught by Bacchetti from Nunn's bowling as the score reached 3/25 in the 11th over. The score was 4/50 when drinks were taken at the halfway mark.
Bacchetti endedwith3/14 off five overs as the Pakenham innings concluded in the 40th over for 123.
The Goannas were very good in the field, with keeper De Vent taking three catches -two 'classics'. The Goannas60s next gameisathome game against the Endeavour Hills team.
The Over 50 team plays away againstSunbury/ Macedon on Sunday, while the 70splay Warrandyte at Duncan Cameron on Tuesday, October 29.
The 70s won their mostrecent game against Yarra Valley, chasing down 150. Top scorers for the winners were Derek Morris (30 retired) and WarrenDummett (25retired), while Cowling took 3/21 and Southall 2/1.
HORSERACING
By LIAM DURKIN
“Come rain, come shine, come snow, come sleet, the show must go on!”
Donald O’Connor from the 1952 film Singin’inthe Rain.
No keeping agreat meeting down
THE weather couldn’t stop festivities on Moe Cup day -nor was it every going to.
Moe Racing Club had contingencies in place to deal with adverse conditions, and saw astrong crowd make its way to enjoy an afternoon at the races.
Victorian spring weather of the highest order saw the proverbial four seasons in one day, with patrons reaching for umbrellas to shield themselves from the rain one hour, and then using the same umbrella to keep the sun off their skin the next.
First of many for modern facility
HORSERACING
MOECUP
BY LIAM DURKIN
IN some ways, it was agood thing rain fell on Moe Cup day 2024.
While sunshine was followedbyheavy rain laterinthe afternoon,all in attendance were kept dry thanks to the recently upgraded race day facility.
The facility provided two modern function rooms upstairs, while downstairs, members werealsoable to watch racing sheltered from theelements.
As part of the facility upgrade, opened by Minister for Racing Anthony Carbines last month, new jockey’s rooms were also included in the refurbishment.
Provisions were made to give female jockey’s proper changerooms, and it was perhaps most fitting that Celine Gaudray endedupriding the winner of the Moe Cup.
In his lunchtime address, guests heard from Moe Racing Club Chairman Mike Vanderfeen, whohighlighted anumberofpositives for the club.
“(This is the) first real time that we can
showcase this new building, which has been completely remodelledupstairs and downstairs,”
he said.
“Lastyear we had 987 full racing members, this year because of these modernised facilities, we aim to pass 1000.
“It’s amatter of trying to build our racing product.”
Vanderfeensaidnext on the to-do listwas extending the Hillside Pavilion, which Moe Racing Club has intentions of doubling in size.
Up forgrabs: MoeCup Day2024 trophies
Truthfully,itwas actually quite warm when the sunpoked itshead through the clouds.
As he usually doeswhencalling arace,Adam Olszanski was accurate in his summation that it had been a“successful but testing” Moe Cup day over the loudspeaker.
Marquees were in full swing during the meeting, as was the Hillside Pavilion.
Racing presentations were made indoors to winning connections, makingfor more comfortable photo opportunities.
Community was again at the heart of aMoe Racing Club meeting, with local hospitality providers booked to feed the masses.
The hustleand bustleofthe betting ring attracted acrowd, which was also the location for fashions on the field.
Fashion judges Kim McFarlane and Jess Mylne werejoined on the panel by Gippslandmusician Mick Harrington (runner-up on The Voice in 2021), who made their verdicts.
Hayleigh Hocking (from Baxter) and Whitney Nolan (Greensborough) were acknowledged for their outstanding headwear, while locals Priscilla Giardina (Traralgon) and Breanne Beatson (Moe) took the honours in best dressed ladies stakes.
Moe local Graeme Martin was runner-up in best dressed male, won by Richmond’sMichael McAlpine.
McAlpine wore astripedjacketwith bowtie, complemented by ared flat cap.
He said the stripes represent the jockeys, which “brings it back to the horse races themselves.”
Colour: Fashions on theField hostKellie Eddy,judge Mick Harrington, ladies winner Priscilla GiardinafromTraralgon and runner-upBreanne Beatson from Moe, andjudgesJess Mylne and Kim McFarlane.
On the road: Baxter’s HayleighHocking and Greensborough’s WhitneyNolan travelled to Moe to competeinFashions on the Field. The pair took honoursinthe headwear section. Photographs: LiamDurkin Dapper: Richmond’sMichael McAlpine won best dressed male
Centre stage: Ladies await the judges verdictduring Fashions on the Field.
No catching Keatsin theMoe Cup
HORSERACING
MOE CUP
BY LIAM DURKIN
IF your last name is Bedggood, you are generally pretty good at sport.
In the same year Daniel Bedggood broke the seniorgames record forMaffraFootball-Netball Club, and Sam Bedggoodcoached Boisdale-Briagolong to apremiership,another trophy carryingthe Bedggood name was secured last Friday.
The Gavin Bedggood-trained Keats did it easy in the Moe Cup, cruising to victory by five lengths.
The eight-year-old gelding led from virtually start to finish, breaking clear with 400 metres to go.
“He burns around the bendrailed like agreyhound!” was how race caller Adam Olszanski beautifully described the moment Keatsput the afterburners on.
With 23-year-old jockeyCeline Gaudray in the saddle, she put in amasterful ride on aHeavy 8 over 2050 metres.
Settling into the front early,Keats rolledwith no opposition within eyesight after the first bend, maintaining asteady pace until crossing the line.
Bedggood described Gaudray’s ride as “absolute perfection”, adding it was as good as Keats had ever ran in its nine wins to date.
Keats had shown decent form on heavy tracks in recent weeks, running fourth on asaturated Flemington last month.
The jump in distance from 1700m to 2050m seemingly made little difference, other than to giveKeats more space betweenhimself andthe rest of the field.
Last year’s Moe Cup-winning jockey Craig Newitt had to settle for third on board Sir Rockford,while Sunsetsfor Trent Busuttinand Natalie Young were best of the rest.
Unfortunately, heavy rains reduced the cup field to six riders, after three late scratchings.
Transport issues played havoc, with outbound lanesonthe Monash Freewayclosed due to flooding Nonetheless, Moe was still able to complete anine race-card meeting, and good fields and prominent names were seen throughout the day.
Luke Nolen and PeterMoody,ofBlack Caviar fame, had horses on Moe Cup day.
Nolen had to contend with three seconds, while Moody claimed awin and two placings.
His four-year-old mare Alma Rise won the Race 5Moe Optical ‘Royal Snack’ Handicap (2050m), and narrowly missed victory in the Race 9TRFM Handicap(1600m) after Farewell To Eire was edged out by the Ciaron Maher-trained Igotcha by ahead. Maherhad earlierwon the Race2Ian Grants
Caravans MaidenPlate (1100m), with Point Be winning by alength.
The calibre of trainers coming to Moe cannot be understated. That is thesameMaher who won the Caulfield Cup and The Everest at Randwick last Saturday, pocketing acool $20 million in the process.
More locally, the Moe stable of Peter Gelagotis came thirdinthe Race4Nextra Moe Handicap (1000m), when Extremely Rowdy ran well against Tax Free Prophet, ridden by Trafalgar jockey Jason Maskiell, and winner Trapeze Warrior for Phillip Stokes.
Jockey Beau Mertens, son of the late, great Peter Mertens, who was dubbed the ‘King of Gippsland’, came second in the Race 6Bottlemart Moe Handicap(1600m),which was won by Nation’s Call for Robbie Griffiths and Matt de Kock.
Other winners were She Nailed It in the Race 1TM&HMitre 10 MaidenPlate over 1600m, Jennyanydots (Race3Clearview Radiology Maiden Plate, 1100m) and Flying Mikki (Race 7Harcourts Collective Handicap, 1200m)
Next stop on the Gippslandcircuit is the Sale Cup this Sunday, October 27.
Victory: Keats, ridden by Celine Gaudraywins theLadbrokes Moe Cup last Friday. Photograph: Ross Holbur t/Racing Photos
Catchmeifyou can: Keatsleavesthe fieldinits wake as it crosses the
theMoe Cup. Photograph: Ross Holbur t/Racing Photos
Winner: Moe Racing Club Vice Chairman Brad Lawand chairman MikeVanderfeen flankMoe Cup-winning trainer Gavin Bedggood. Photograph: Liam Durkin
Joyous: Keatswinning connections celebrateafter winning the MoeCup
