Latrobe Valley Express Wednesday 25 January 2023

Back whereitall started

Magnesium boost

By PHILIP HOPKINS

LATROBE Magnesium Ltd has signed an upgraded exclusive distribution agreement with Metal Exchange Corporation (MEC) to sell the majority of its magnesium into North, Central and South America and the Caribbean markets.

Latrobe’s chiefexecutive, David Paterson, said the contract would deliver excellent prices to LMG due to aUSantidumping duty payable on magnesium importsfromChina

“This 2019 initial agreement between the parties has been upgraded because of LMG’s current expansionplans to its demonstration plant and expanded 10,000+ tonnes per annum capacity,” he said.

The agreement now includes:

 Aminimum firm commitment of 8000 tpa of magnesium;

amagnesium production plant in the Latrobe Valley using its world first patented extraction process.

LMG intends to extract and sell magnesium metal andcementitious material from industrial fly ash, which is currently awaste resource from Yallourn brown coal power generation. Construction of the demonstrationplant has begun.

Thecompany previously had negotiated with Hazelwoodpower station before its closure.

Metal Exchange Corporation is headquartered in St Louis, Missouri.

Founded in 1974, MEC has grown froma regional aluminium scrap company to aglobal corporation with international offices in Switzerland and China.

mostly out of commission since 2021. Consequently, the majority of magnesium is imported.

Mr Paterson said that with exports from China banned for aperiod in September2021, USAmagnesium users had been searching for alternative magnesium suppliers.

“Some have moved away from primary high grade magnesium and turned to lower grade magnesium and recycling. The US anti-dumping duty on imported Chinamagnesium means that the USA magnesiumprice is frequently twice the FOB China magnesium price, mainly due to the anti-dumping duty placed on most imports from China of 141.49 per cent,” he said.

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All going well, acommercial plant will then be developed, with acapacity of more than 10,000 tonne per annum magnesium, shortly thereafter.

Further plant capacity expansion will be considered once the 10,000 tonne per annum is operating successfully.

The plant, in the heart of the Valley’s coal power generation precinct, provides immediate accesstofeedstock, infrastructure and labour.

The 100 years of tailingdumpsis virtually an unlimited resource.

Aminimum initial term with a rolling annual renewal, and; 

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Aminimum floor price for the purchase of the magnesium.

Latrobe Magnesium is developing

North and Central America consume more than 160,000 tonnes of magnesium per annum,and this is projected to increase with greater use of magnesium by the motor vehicle industry.

There is only one magnesium producer in the USA, which is currently undergoing acapital refurbishment and has been

Under the US-Australia freetrade agreement,magnesium produced in Australia is exempt from any import duty. LMG proposes to sell up to 80 per cent of its production into the Americas.

LMG has completed afeasibility study validating its combined hydrometallurgical/thermal reduction process that extracts the metal.

Construction has begun on its initial

LMG plans to sell the refined magnesium under long-term contractstoUSA and Japanese customers.Currently, Australia imports 100 per cent of the 8000 tonnes annually consumed.

Magnesium has the best strength-toweight ratioofall common structural metals and is increasingly used in the manufacture of items such as car parts, laptop computers, mobile phones, and power tools.

tonneper annum magnesium plant, with commissioning targeted to start at the end of second quarter this year.

Brennan Muccillo is preparing to release his firstfeaturelength film. Fittingly, partofthe movie is being shot in his hometownMoe,atthe iconic Future Flicks, one of the last remaining video stores in Victoria. FULL STORY-PAGE

photograph jada cannizzo

Look out for registration

VICTORIANS should make sure their swimming poolorspa is installedbyaregistered building practitioner and has acompliant safety fence, to avoid tragedy this summer.

The Victorian BuildingAuthority (VBA) is reminding homeowners to check that practitioners are registered when looking to install pools and pool fencing.

With arise in unregistered peopleadvertising theirservices through online marketplaces and apps, the VBA’s executive directorofregulatory operations,David Brockman, said consumersmust check that the person they are hiring is registered.

In Victoria, all swimming pools capable of holding water more than 300 millimetres deep must have acompliantsafetybarrier to restrict access to the pool area by young children

“Making surea registered building practitioner has installed your pool or pool fence is vital, don’t let just anyone be responsible for the safety of your family,” Mr Brockman said.

“Justone drowning death is too many, and in Victoria in the last two decades, 20 children have drowned in cases where anon-compliant safety barrier has been afactor.”

In Victoria, the design, construction and installationofnew swimmingpools,spasand safety barriers is subject to strict requirements to maximise safety.

The requirements include being constructed by abuilder registered in an appropriate category or class.

Peopleproposing to install apool will needa building permit before works start. They may also need aplanning permitorother permit, so should checkwith their council about any relevant local laws or any exemptions that may apply.

The safety barriers must include self-latching and self-closing pool gates. The standards indicate an outdoor pool or spa area must not be directly accessible via abuilding.

“Individuals andfamiliesneedtomakesure they have compliant safety barriers installed this summer,” Mr Brockman said.

“With travel returning to normal following the pandemic,there are increasingnumbers of people congregating in Victorian homes and pool owners must ensure that anyone using their pool can do so safely.”

SinceNovember 2020, Victorians must register their pool or spa with their local council.

The Victoriangovernment extended the deadline for lodging compliance certificatesfor owners who had aswimming pool constructed before November 2020.

For swimming pools constructed afterNovember 2020, the first certificate of barrier compliance must be lodged within 30 days of the date of issue of the certificate.

The VBA has created checklists that owners can use to seeiftheirbarriersmeetthe standards Visitthe VBA website for more information on pool and spa safety.

For more information about water safety, check the KidSafe website.

Cameron gets keys to office

LATROBE Valley’s new elected Nationals Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron, has had his electorate office located in Morwell handed over from parliamentary services.

Mr Cameronsaiditwas excitingtofinally receive the keys and officially hand over of his electorate office so he could begin serving the Latrobe Valley community.

“The state election seems like it was so long along now and I’m ready to go,” Mr Cameron said.

“It’s been abusy period since officially being sworn in as the Member for Morwell afew days prior to Christmas.

“Getting my office is areal milestone, it means Ican really get stuck into the issues that are impacting locals.

“While Ihave been working over the break, it’s been in alimited capacity with my laptop, phone, and kitchen table at my disposal.

“I am busy getting my head around the numerous IT systems used by parliament, but Iamhoping to have my office properly resourced and fully operational by the end of the month.

“My training wheels are certainly turning quickly as Ilearn the ropes beforeparliament resumes for its first sitting of 2023 in early February.”

Mr Cameron said his immediate priorities would be holding the state government to account over

the worker stand downs at Opal’s Maryvale mill, and forensically looking at the re-establishment of the SEC and the 59,000 jobs promised by Labor.

“Latrobe Valley needs areal plan for job creation and new industries, Ilike many locals, am far from satisfied with what Daniel Andrews has been serving up to our community,” Mr Cameron said.

“Locals are tired of Labor’s spin, its announcements and reannouncementsoften eventuate to nothing, then there’s critical infrastructure like the Latrobe River Bridge, Tyers that has taken over eight years and three terms of government to deliver -it’sunacceptable.

“The Andrews Government is big on spin, but comes up short on deliverables.

“Labor’s sprinkled around some money on ‘feel good’ projects locally, but it’s failed when it comes to creating sustainable long-term jobs, support and establishing industries, and adequatelyresourcing for our complex social welfare issues. Our Valley community deserves better.”

Mr Cameron’s electorateoffice is located at 12-14 George Street in Morwell, and throughoutJanuary willbeopen for walk-ininquiriesWednesday to Friday until allstaff are on board.

Assistance can is also available by telephone on 5133 9088 or email martin.cameron@parliament. vic.gov.au

Spotlight: Pool safetyiskey,especiallyin summer photograph supplied

Ahome for Aboriginal healing

By PHILIP HOPKINS

IN SouthGippsland, the first steps have been taken in atraditional owner project that has the potential to help transformthe lives of the region’s Aboriginal people and become asymbol of Indigenous culture.

‘Warrigunya’, it’s called. Run by anot-for-profit Indigenous corporation, it aims to provide safe and affordable housing for men exiting prison -akey need identified by Aboriginal people as away for freed inmates to transition back to the community. Recidivism ratesare high in theIndigenous community due to lack of housing, job and opportunities.

Once basic needs are met, the concept is for the men to heal, reconnect with their families and culture, and learn skills to empower them to take anew path in life.

The Aboriginal men in Fulham Correction Centre in Sale, who will use the Warrigunya centre, were consulted and made key decisions about the name of the project and the overalldesign of the building.

Warrigunya is based on self-determination. Akey directorofthe group is Uncle Alan Coe,who in 2019 received two significant awards:The Department of Justice and Community Safety’s Elder of the Year Award, and the Aboriginal Justice Committee’s East Gippsland Elder of the Year Award.

“It is time we as apeople have the opportunity to control ourdestinywithoutthe constructs of misunderstanding and control,” he says.

Over the pasttwo years,localAboriginal and non-Aboriginal volunteers haveput in hundreds of hours,pro bono,onthe project.

One of those is Chris McEvoy, managing director of Radial Timber in Yarram.

“The group was told that they could potentially get agrantfor such aproject, but they needed to get land. No grant allowed for the purchase of land,” he said.

That’s where Mr McEvoy came in.

As an owner of plantations that will eventually be the feedstock for his sawmill, he wasableto split off 20 acres (eighthectares) from his estate for the site of Warrigunya.

“Pre-COVID in 2019, we startedlooking. The first we came to was on the South Gippsland Highway at the cornerofGifford Rd, Darriman. Alan,the elder, as soon as we got there, noticed we had four emus just walk across and come together, kangaroos were jumpingand awedge-tailed eagle was over head. Mr McEvoy noted, he regarded thoseasa sign.

“No, we won’t look at the other sites,” Uncle Alan said. “The environment is telling us this is where it needs to be.”

“We had our land,” said Mr McEvoy, who gifted the property on a50-year,peppercorn lease -$1a year for 50 years.

Also, the land chosen is at the headwaters of Warrigal River, the site of an infamous massacre

in the 19th Century -“aterrible thing, the worst massacre of Aboriginal people in Gippsland”, he said.

“All the people we have spoken to, traditional ownersboth involved in projectand others, all feel that this is apart of the healing process.”

With land in hand, the Warrigunya group was able to secure a$3million grant from Homes Victoria,and achieve allthe necessary permits and approvals, and abuilding contract.

For the design, the traditional inmatesofFulham decidedthatthe house should have the shapeof the pelican Boran,which is themaintotem of the GunaiKurnai people.

There will be eightself-contained units housed under the wings of the pelican-shaped home. There will be enoughspace for16men, two per unit, or even singles, with aminimum of eight people.

“The men can catch their breath, have housing for six to 12 months, start to reconnect with society and familiesand with their community, and hopefully help withemployment and any mental health issues,” Mr McEvoy said.

Aworkshop will be set up on site, with woodworking equipment, including woodwork training and areas where people, for example, can paint.

“It has internal woodpanelling. We hope to have renewables -solar panels -onthe wings.All would love to have self-generating power,” Mr McEvoy said.

Fast forwardayear-and-a- half -after long delays withbuildingand planning permits, COVID-19, priceincreases for materials and firesurveys-“the budgetthey gave was nowhere near sufficient”, Mr McEvoy said. Warrigunya is $1.5 million short to complete the project.

“We finallystarted -the slab is down -but we only have enough money for one wing,” he said.

“We’ve got aone-wing pelican at the moment. “It’s abit of aslap in the face.

“We’ve already spokentothe guys in jail, who almost see it as an insult.”

As Uncle Alan Coe put it: “It’slike building a church without the stain glass windows or altar. Our needsand requirements as per our visionhave not been met and this is very detrimental for the

men we are seeking to help at Warrigunya”.

Alocal builder is using an Indigenous crew doing the groundwork on the car park and the road-making;acrew of Aboriginal workers is doing the fencing.

“The builder is trying to use as much Indigenous labouraswecan for the project,” Mr McEvoy said.

“This is not awhite colonial projectwhere everyoneismakingmoney, we’retrying to get local community involvement. Broadly, unless you get cultural leadership for the whole concept, it is not accepted otherwise.”

Help has come from one ‘neighbour’ -the Star of the South windfarmproject,which has donated money for works.

An operational planfor Warrigunya has been prepared by an experienced Aboriginal project consultant.

“Weknow how it will be run, but that part needs to be financed too. It’s too important aproject not to be funded,” he said.

As a24-hour operation, it will require $1million ayear to run.

“The immediate need is to try and getthe project finishedunder itsoriginal vision. In the middle of nowhere, apelican surrounded by plantations, it willbequite aspectacular thing, something everyone can be proud of.”

More information is availableatwww.warrigunya.com

Angerover LatrobeBridge

THE state government has failed to respond to questioning and provide emergency funding to reopen the old Latrobe River Bridge, while the new bridge is under construction, according to opposition MLC, Melina Bath.

“Tyers residents continued to be put at risk as the old bridge remains closed, hampering safe and quick access into Traralgon,” she said.

Regional Roads Victoria stated the old structure is compromised following several flood events in 2022 and can’t be reopened without repairs.

At the community’s request in state parliament, Ms Bath, The Nationals Member for Eastern Victoria Region, asked the state government to fund and undertake urgent temporary repairs to reopen the old bridgewhilethe new bridge is under construction.

“It’s onemonth sinceIsoughtthis action on behalf of Tyers residents and the Andrews government hasfailed to respond,” Ms Bath said “Residents are justifiablyupset,and Icontinue to receive inquiries from frustrated community members.

“The Latrobe River Bridge is important infrastructurethat provides safe and easy passage between Tyers to Traralgon for school, work, access to medical services, shopping, public transport, and emergency management.

“The financial stress of having the bridge closed places alarge strain on household budgets. As the costofliving continues to rise,manyare feeling the financial strain.

“Public transport to Tyers ceases when the bridgeisclosed and emergency responsefor fire, police and ambulance are all jeopardised.

“The Tyers CFA volunteers have outlined their concerns at being hampered in their ability to respond.

“With fire season officially declared, the Andrews government must allocate funds and instigate urgent temporary repairs to open the old bridge.”

The new Latrobe River Bridge, promised by the state government in 2015, is still under

construction eight years after Daniel Andrews labelled it “long overdue”.

Ms Bath said the unacceptably long wait for the new bridge, and the extended closure of the old bridge,had caused enormous frustration for locals.

“When this project first began, the state government wrote to residents and assured them the old bridgewould remain open, but as fire season commences, residents must have quickaccess in and outoftown,” she said..

“The Andrews Labor government must immediately restore access between Tyers and Traralgon and advise residents when the bridge project will finally be completed.”

In progress: Warrigunya under construction. photographs supplied

Coming soon: An artist’simpression of Warrigunya,which aims to provide safe and affordable housing forAboriginal men exiting prison

Still waiting: Thestate government failed to respond to questions asked in stateparliament regardingthe Latrobe River Bridge. Pictured is Member forMorwell, Martin Cameron and Nationals Member forEastern VictoriaRegion, MelinaBath.

photograph supplied

RICHARD ElkingtonOAM, former chair of RegionalDevelopment Australia, (RDA) Gippsland, last week addressed the Rotary Club of Morwell on his experiences with three phases of the Latrobe Valley transition since 2009.

Mr Elkington’s address, called’Bread and Circuses’, tracedthe processes applied in each of the transition phases, the projects supported by government and the lessons learned about transition processes.

From his viewpoint, the transition processes were,until theannouncement of the closure of Hazelwood Power Station, notable for community leadershipand consultation; since then,therehas been alackofany strategic thinking and planning for the long-term future of the Latrobe Valley and an over emphasis on the erection of ‘bricksand mortar’.

Mr Elkington saidofparticular concern was the funding of many projects without any sound business case. He said that while many of these projects, such as the regional aquatic centre, football oval refurbishment and the third, the Gippsland Regional Performing Arts Centre, were all welcomed by the community, the Latrobe City Council was now burdenedwith ongoing operational expenditure.

“These ‘Breadand Circuses’ projects mightmake us all feel good for ashort-time, but where is the planning for long-term sustainable jobs? Where is theconfidencefor major business to invest in the region? And why are such negative signals being transmittedoutside the LV since council opposeda battery recycling plant and abroiler farm near Toongabbie? In the latter case, the project went across the border to WellingtonShire where business continues to invest in white meat production,” he said.

Mr Elkington paid tributetoanumberof bodies that have, historically, given Gippsland a reputation for being able to speak with one voice. These include RDA Gippsland, and the Regional Partnership, Committee for Gippslandand Gippsland Local Government Network.

He remarked that the Gippsland Trades and Labour Council generally and CFMMEU, Mining and Energy Division in particular, had maintained astrong focussince the earliest days of what really matters in the Latrobe Valley -jobs.

Rotary members took the opportunity during question time to show their interest and support for Mr Elkington’s views, and share their concerns forthe future of the Latrobe Valley and Gippsland.

By PHILIP HOPKINS

HOMEcare provider, KinCare, has confirmed that it is closing its activities in theLatrobe Valley and will move acustomerand critic of its practices, Churchill woman Dianne Moore, to anew provider KinCaretold TheExpress thatithad five customers in the Latrobe Valley and Gippsland area.

“Unfortunately, we do not have enough home care workersavailable to meet the demand for services fromthese customers,”said KinCare’s chief executive, Hugh Thomson.

“As aresult, we are now in the process of transferring these customers to other care providers operating in the area. If acustomerhas unspent funds held by us, these will be transferred to the new provider as required by law,” he said.

In relation to Dianne Moore, Mr Thomson said the companycould not comment on any individual customer.

Dianne, aged 74, confirmed that she had made some inquiries with three other careproviders Two had given her information on what they do,

which showed the providers were all different.

“Regarding KinCare, Iwillnot go untilthey have adecent exit plan and they pay me what they owe me,” shesaid.

Dianne had complained to The Express that her body was “wrecked” after alifetime of work, and allegedthat KinCare was not treating her properly.

“I’m not getting the support Ineed,” she said, claiming that she was receivingfewerservices than in 2017.

Dianne, who used to run ahome care service in the Latrobe Valley in the 1980s and into the 1990s, claimed that KinCare could not hold their staffbecause they did not pay enough and that the staff’s working conditions were so hard.

KinCare is one of many federally fundedprivate home care providers who were overseen by a federal body, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.

However, Dianneclaimed that the aged care commission did not haveany control overits home carers’ business practices.

Special guest: RichardElkington OAM, with Morwell Rotary chairman HarryBallas photograph supplied

By JADA CANNIZZO*

BRENNAN Muccillo, a31-year-old filmmaker who grew up in Moe, is promoting his first feature length independent film ‘BrunswickDance Club’ Brunswick Dance Club is adarkdrama. It’s “about aguy from acountry town who leaves to go to Melbourne to house-sit for his sister and when he’s out and about he meets abunch of city folk, hipsters and creatives and then it all starts go downhill from there,” Brennan told The Express ALowanna College graduate, Brennan first got into filmmaking around the age of 15, making videos with his friends, starting out with skits and moving to trailers being made in media class.

“I kind of fell in love with makingmovies,” Brennan said.

Brennan’s first film was ahorror movie trailer that he shot at his house.

“Nothing else kind of gave me the satisfaction of making my own videos, and nothing made me as happy,” said Brennan.

At 18, Brennan was acceptedinto filmschool and made the big move to Melbournetopursue his dream of becoming adirector and filmmaker.

“It was daunting movingtoMelbourne, not knowing many people. Iwas alittle fish in abig pond. ButI justkepttrying to remember why I was there and the reason Ileft home was for a purpose,” he said.

Brennan’s mum,Sharyn, said that she’s “very proud” of what herson hasachieved.She has been lucky enough to be apartofalot of his films through catering and has experienced what it’s all about.

“He’s extremely passionate and talented about what he does and its lovely to see,” said Sharyn.

Brennan and his teamhavelaunched a Kickstarter campaign online to help fundraise and finish off the post-production for the film.

The film, which was all self-financed, has been four years in the making and needs alittle extra financial push to be able to create merchandise, promotion, and money to enter into festivals, like the Melbourne International Film Festival.

If the film does well, it will hopefully get picked up for distribution and be shown in localtheatres.

Brennan told TheExpress that in the film, he really wanted to showcase where he’s from, with some scenesbeing filmed in and around Moore Street in Moe and in front of the landmark Future

Flicks video store.

“Growing up, Future Flicks was areally special place for me and my family,” Brennan said.

“I grew up here -every Friday night we would come to choose amovie.”

Future Flicks owner Ricky Dyt said the store had been there for 36 years.

“It’sone of the last video stores, definitely in Victoria,” Ricky said.

Ricky said that he has about 50,000 films on hand and thatpeoplecome fromall over to seethe store.

Oftenwhen people can’t find aparticular film on astreaming platform, they go in and see Ricky, and nine times out of 10, he has that movieonthe shelf.

Brennanhopes to release Brunswick Dance Club in the next month, and after taking awell-deserved break, he says he hopes to write ahorror script and

has plans for an Aussie gangster film scriptaswell

Brennan wants to keep writing and directing as he enjoys the process so much.

To donate to Brennan’s campaign go to @ brunswickdanceclub on Instagram and Facebook Brennan also owns Infinite Plain Productions, afilm company based in Melbourne. Some of his work can be found on his website at infiniteplainproductions.com.au

The trailer for the film Brunswick Dance Club is also on the Infinite Plain Production’s website, and Brennan’s shorts and previous works can be found on the website and YouTube.

Future Flicks is open seven days aweek 10am -8pm, at 27 Kirk St Moe.

*Jada Cannizzoisanintern working at The Latrobe Valley Express

By JADA CANNIZZO*

THE Latrobe Chorale is looking for singers.

President of the Latrobe Chorale Inc, Tony Boulton,isurginganyone who may be interested in singing to come and “Find Their Voice”.

Tony has been involved in the group since its conception in 1985, as the founding secretary.

“OriginallyI wasn’tasingerbut have now found agreat passion for it,” he said.

Singingwork chosen from classicaland sacred repertoires, alargergroup is needed, withthe group only having 14 members currently.

“Ourchoirhas been reducedtoamere shadow of its former self.The pandemic knockedpeoplearound.Peopleare slow in getting out and about in the community again,” Tony said.

“It’s something good to do and it can become apassion.”

Tony said that thechoralewas great for people who may not havesungbefore or those who were looking to resume (singing). The chorale does not have an audition process, and all are welcome to join.

The grouphas recently secured two grants; one from the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, which willhelp supplement money in organisingaseries of workshops for singers.

The other is from Delburn Wind Farm PreConstruction CommunityGrants,whichwill ensure workshop fees are kept to aminimum.

With anew and enthusiastic musicaldirector, Joel Dickason, the chorale is hoping to sing two pieces for aconcert in July.

Rehearsals will resume from January 31 on Tuesday nights at 7.15pm until 10pm.

The first workshop is expected to be held on aSaturday in early March.

The Latrobe Chorale operatesout of the Morwell Presbyterian Church, with access via James St.

Those interested areencouraged to phone the secretary, Mark Watkins, at info@ latrobechorale.org or phone 0490 115 357 and include name, phone and email.

*Jada Cannizzo is an intern workingat The Latrobe Valley Express.

Homecoming: FilmmakerBrennan Muccillo wasbackhomerecentlypromoting his firstfeature length film photograph jada cannizzo

Harvesting ‘no bushfire impact’

COMMENT

BY PROF KEVIN TOLHURSTAND PROF JERRY VANCLAY

SOME ecologists and conservationists, opposed to timber harvesting, are trying to use bushfire disasters as alever to stop native forest harvesting, but their case is based on opinion, beliefs and selective science.

A2016study of over 1million hectares burnt by wildfire in the 2003fires in Victoria, showed that fire severity across the landscape was driven by weather conditions, slope aspect, fuel levels, atmospheric stability, and the scale of the fires. There was no discernible impact of timber harvesting on fire severity at the landscape scale.

Scientistssuggesting that timber harvestingleads to more severefires are basing their conclusions on selective, local-scale observations where the only variable being considered is the time since harvesting. This is poor scienceasitiswell established that several factors lead to fire severity.

Alandscape scale study of fire severity published in 2014 -based on an analysis of over 2million hectares burnt in Victoria in 2003 and 2007, shows that there is no significant difference between fire severity in parks compared withforests (including timber harvesting areas).

Fire severity doeschangewith time after timber harvesting (both up and down), but if the whole harvested landscape is considered rather than just isolated local areas, then the conclusion that timber harvesting increases bushfirerisk and severity cannot be supported by the evidence.

Science differs fromopinion in that it relieson an objectiveprocedure informed by ahypothesis confirmed withreliableevidence, ofteninthe form of experimental data. It is not possible to conduct wildfireexperiments at alandscapescale, so we rely on opportunistic events and try to account for the range of all contributing factors.

Some literature reviews attempt to draw conclusions from published reports, but such reviews can be problematic -firstly because some of the

publications cited may only be marginallyrelevant; and secondly, because reviewsmay be prone to inadvertent bias(i.e. asearch for “logging and fire” will not locate reportswherealogging was not followed by afire, or where fire occurred in the absenceoflogging).

The problem is further compounded whenreviews attempt to synthesise from adiverse range of forests which vary greatlyintheir flammabilityand their response to disturbance.

Thesethree issuesmean thatmost reviews of possiblelinks between harvestingand flammability are unreliable, and the conclusions drawn may not

accurately reflect the evidence.

Science progresses by setting and testing hypotheses. So what factors can guide the formulation of useful hypotheses? Harvesting creates roads, and in some developing countries these roads enable access for squatters to clear land by burning -but this is not evident in Australia, where roads may assist fire-fighting efforts.

Harvestingcreates woodydebris,and could contribute to fuel levels in the short term, but the effect is localised and seems unlikely to influence the behaviour of major fires.

Harvesting changesthe age structure of aforest,

but so too does high severity fires.

Ratherthan focussing on timber harvesting as a cause of severe bushfires, we would be better served by looking at the long-term fire management in forested landscapes in parks, forests and private land.

We shouldalsobelookingatthe impactsof climate change on increasingfire severity.We should be looking at how to increase aworkforce with bush skills and knowledge to manage our forests and rangelands in aprofessional way.

For decades, the timber industry has provided an important sources of bush skills and knowledge as people’s livelihood has depended on good and sustainable management.

Timber harvesting from native eucalypt forests in Australia comes from avery small percentage of the landscape: Australia has 101 million ha of native eucalypt forest,ofwhich, 5millionhectares is zoned for timber harvesting, and 78,000 ha is harvested in any year (about 0.1 per cent of the total and two per cent of the harvestable area; (https:// www.agriculture.gov.au/abares/forestsaustralia/ australias-forests).

Harvesting from this small area supports a significant proportion of the bushfire fighting workforce and fire management resources.

Closing down native forest timber harvesting is likely to haveamuch greaterimpact on increasing bushfire severity and extent across the landscape than the increase in local fire severity claimed by the opponents of timber harvesting.

Aholistic, long-term and professional view of forest and fire management is needed rather than short-termed, single-issue perspectives.

Honorary Associate Professor Kevin Tolhurst AM, Fire Ecology and Management, University of Melbourne andProfessor Jerry Vanclay,Sustainable Forestry,Southern Cross University

Callfor thecommunitytoslideontheirsunglasses

THE Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) is calling on the community to ‘slide’ on their shades as the country braces for seasonal high temperatures and conditions.

Sunprotection measures are recommended when the Ultraviolet (UV) Index is 3and above, but most of mainland Australia is currently experiencingseasonalindexes within the ‘extreme’ range of 11–15.

ASO vice president, Associate Professor Dr Ashish Agar,said it comes as no surprisethat Australiahas someofthe highestUVratings in the world.

“It’s an Australian childhood rite of passage to learn to ‘slip, slop, slap,seek and slide’,especially when the call of summer arrives,” Dr Agar said.

“A very important partofthe message often gets overlooked, and that concerns our eye health.”

As an eye surgeon, Dr Bill Glassonsees and treats patients whose repeated or excessive sun exposure has led to serious conditions such as pinguecula and pterygium, and cataracts, among others.

Although less common,hesaidAustralians should be wary of not only developing melanoma on their skin this summer, but the risks associated with ocular melanoma -the most common form of eye cancer.

“Each year125-150 peoplewill be diagnosed

with ocular melanoma around the country,” Dr Glasson said.

“As the symptoms and common areas for growths can be difficult for the nakedeye to see, patients often receive adiagnosis following an eye test with either an ophthalmologist or optometrist.”

This was the case when then 37-year-old mother of two, Susan Vine, booked in to see an optometrist for an assessment for glasses after experiencing frequent headaches.

Ms Vine was immediately referred to Dr Glasson, who has aspecial interest and expertise in ocular oncology.

Withintwo weeksofaninitial eye test, she had been diagnosed with aform of ocular melanoma and had undergone enucleation surgery -the complete removal of her affected eye.

Seventeen yearsonfrom herdiagnosis, Ms Vine has becomeanadvocate for others by establishing an online support group for Australian and New Zealand patients, family, and carers -OcuMel Australia and New Zealand.

“The journey and challenges are unique, especiallywhenitcomes to treatment and related vision loss, so we find many of our members are lookingfor understanding, guidance and support,” she said.

Ms Vine said there was an alarming lack of

awarenessabout eyehealth.EveryAustralian should know to ‘slide’ontheir sunglasses and make ahealthy habit of booking an annual eye test.

“Every day Ilive with the reminder of my diagnosisand the challengesthat come with being vision impaired and wearing aprosthetic eye, such as thinking about how Isit or even cross the road.

“I rarely wore sunglasses when outdoors, and despite having afreckle on my eye fromchildhood, did not realise the importance of monitoring it forchanges

“We need to teach children the value of protecting their eyes from ayoung age and encourage healthyhabits early of getting regular health checks.”

Dr Glasson reinforced that in addition to ocular melanoma, skin cancers such as basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) can be foundinand around the eyes, strengthening the cause to protect not only our eyes, but the areas around them.

The ASOsaidrisk factors to be aware of included having pale or fair complexion, light eye colour, family history of melanoma, growths on or in the eye, increasing age, and skin conditions which cause abnormal moles to grow.

Individuals with pterygium were at agreater

risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma, as the condition was amarker for previous exposuretohigh levels of UV light, the ASO said.

Dr Agar said the best method of eye health protection from the effects of UV exposure was to ensureyou and theonesyou love‘slide’on UV-blocking eyewear this summer and ‘slap’ on broad-brimmed headwear.

“Always check the label when buying eyewear to confirm the level of UV protection,” he said.

“At the ASO, we recommend wearing closefittingand wraparound style sunglassesthat meet the Australian and New Zealand Standard for sunglasses with alens category of 2, 3or4, which will ensure they’re practical for wear in Australian conditions.

“And don’t forget -for best practice when selectingheadwear- abroad-brimmed hat will provide the optimum eye protection against reflected radiated rays.”

You can be summer eye-safe by checking UV indexesonthe Bureau of Meteorology website at www.bom.gov.au/uv/ and doing the five: ‘slip, slop, slap, seek and slide’.

Yearsofresearch: ProfessorJerryVanclay. In the know: Professor KevinTolhurst. photographs supplied

Timely fire reminder

CFA haswarnedVictorianstoavoid driving vehicles, farm machinery, mowers and motorbikes through dry grass in coming weeks, as conditions heat up and vegetation dries out.

Followinga string of hot weather over recent weeks, grassland areas have completely dried out in thenorthern areas of the state, and fuels in the South Westregionare curingjustasquickly.

CFA has respondedtoanumberofsignificant grass and stubble fires startedbymowers, vehicles or machinery over the past fortnight.

Last Friday (January13),crews in the state’s weststopped a300-acregrassfireinits tracks in Illabarook,believed to be started by aseized bearing on aheader.

The fire quicklyspread to drygrass,with flames reaching around nine metres tall and required air firefighting appliances to support asignificant ground response to bring the fire under control.

CFA chief officer, Jason Heffernan, said the recent fires across the state serveasatimely reminder for people to be aware of the fire risks associatedwithusing vehiclesand other machinery in and around dry grass.

“Victoriaisexpected to experience agrassfire dominated fire season once again,but we’re asking the community to do all it can to prevent these fires from starting,” he said.

“In many areas acrossthe state, the riskof starting afire from hot exhaust system or other hot parts from farm machinery is high.

“Even pulling over onto tall, dry grass on the side of the road during your travels could start a significant grassfire.

“Awarenessiskey to preventing grass and crop fires. We also want farmers to ensure their machinery and equipment are regularly inspected, maintained and cleaned.”

High risk and agricultural activities such as harvesting, grinding, welding, slashing or mowingcan quickly ignite fires in hot, dry and windy conditions.

In theright conditions, grassfirescan move at speeds of up to 25km per hour and spread across roads and highways.

Victoriansshould stay preparedand informed this fire season; thismeansdownloadingthe VicEmergency app and getting familiar with the new Fire Danger Rating System by checking the rating in your area.

For your safety,you need to understandyour risk and planahead.Knowwhattodoonhot, dry, windydays and plan for all situations.

To learn more about the risk of grassfires, visit the CFA websiteatcfa.vic.gov.au/plan-prepare/ am-i-at-risk/grassfires-rural

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Blaze: An Illabarook fire in the state’swestwas ignited by aseizedbearing on aheader photograph traceyworsley, haddon fire brigade

GippslandnowhostingPrideFestival

ByZOE ASKEW

GIPPSLANDishostingitsfirst-ever pride festival,with eventswellandtruly underway.

GippslandPrideInitiativehas officiallylaunchedoneofVictoria’s largestpridefestivals, geographically andlogistically,with21lowandno-cost eventsforLGBTQIA+Gippslanders, familiesandcommunitiesacrossfour weeks,sixshiresand afewthousand kilometres.

TheGippslandPrideFestivalwas launchedattheGippslandPerforming ArtsCentreonThursday,January12by LatrobeCityMayor,KellieO’Callaghan, whowasjoinedbyLatrobeCityCrs DanClancyandTracieLund,Latrobe CityCitizenoftheYear,DeanSutton, andLatrobeCityyouthofficerRebecca Fenton.

“Itwasmypleasuretoprovidethe MayoralWelcomeattheofficiallaunch oftheGippslandPrideFestival,”Cr O’Callaghansaid.

“Notonlyisthefestival afirstforthe region,itisalsooneof Victoria’slargest pridefestivalsrunningacrossthesix Gippslandcouncilswith21lowornocosteventsbeingheldoverfourweeks.

“GippslandPrideInitiativehasdone awonderfuljobputtingtogetherthe festival,andwearelookingforward toeverythingthatisonofferoverthe comingmonth.”

OnFriday,January13,theQueer CuisineCommunityDinneratClassique CaféinBairnsdaleinaugurateda jammed-packedmonthofactivities

aspartofGippsland’sfirst-everpride festival.

QueerCuisinebroughttogether theLGBTQIA+communityofEast Gippslandfor adeliciousmulti-course dinner.

GippslandPrideInitiativecouldn’t havebeenhappierthantostart GippslandPrideFestivalwith asold-out event.

“TheClassiqueteamputonanabsolutetreatforeveryone,”theGippsland PrideInitiativewroteonsocialmedia.

“Beautifulfreshantipastoandfruit, incrediblericepaperrollswithchicken andprawns,andanalternatemainof teriyakichickenandanamazingmeat andnoodlesaladcombothatwasdivine.

“What agreatwaytokickoffthe GippslandPrideFestival.”

Eventsfive,six,seven,eightand ninewerehostedovertheweekend, includingDragKaraokeBarwithFrock Hudson;RainbowCommunityLunch atBaromiPark,MirbooNorth;Splish Splash -QueerPoolParty,PrideBus toMidsummaCarnival;andGippsland PrideatMidsummaCarnival.

MidsummaFestivalisVictoria’s premierLGBTQIA+culturalfestival, bringingtogether adiversemixof LGBTQIA+artists,performers,communitiesandaudiencesforthreeweeksof queereventsthatcentrearoundhidden andmainstreamqueerculture.

MidsummaCarnivalis alandmark

Majoranniversarymilestone

ByJILLHANNAN

AFTER acourtshipofhand-writtenloveletters and distance, BettyLorraineKnowles(nee Brewer)andJamesHughKnowlesweremarried onJanuary191963.

Jameswas adairyfarmerfromGippslandand Betty adressmakerandcakedecoratorfrom Moorabbin.

JamesandBetty’sspecialdaywasthevery lastweddingtotakeplaceatMoorabbinGospel Chapelbeforeitwasacquiredtowidenthe NepeanHighway/SouthRoadcorner.However, thepeppercorntreestillstandsalltheseyears later.

Bettywore adressshemadeherselfandJames asuitofblack.Thebridesmaids,Betty’scousins LoisandGaye,woreshortsoftpinkdressesmade byBetty’saunt,withglovesandhats.

ThegroomsmenweretwoofJames’brothers, PeterandMalcolm.

ThereceptionwasheldatCheltenham CommunityHall.Theweddingcake,alsomade byBetty,wasdecoratedwithintricateicinglace andtransportedcarefullybycarfromSydney whereshewasliving.

ThecouplestartedmarriedlifeinSydney, thenmovedtoMelbourne,Gormandaleand Nambrok,settlingatFlynnin1984.Theyhave fourchildren,Philip,Mark,MichelleandJillian, and11grandchildrenaswellassevengreatgrandchildrensofar.

Morethan40yearsago,JamesandBetty opened abusinessinTraralgon‘Soapand Suds’,laterchangingitsnameto‘MissMilly’s’.

LocatedinSeymour Street, MissMilly’soffers goodold-fashionedservicewith asmileandhas beenashoppingtreasureforwellover half of theirmarriedlives.

At84and81-yearsyoung -afterservicetothe localcommunity,theirchurchandtheirfamily, JimandBettydeservetobecelebrated. Happy60thweddinganniversary!

full-dayoutdoorextravaganza,dedicated tolaunchingthethree-week-longfestival,theannualqueer-day-out,tokickoff the23-dayMidsummaFestival.

Ina GippslandTimes articlewritten lastyear,voicesfromGippsland’s LGBTQIA+communitysharedthat alackofeducation,representation, medicalservicesandsupportservices accentuatesfeelingsofbeingstigmatised andunequal.

Pride inourfuture:Victoria’s LGBTQIA+strategy2022-2032Victoria’slong-termplantodrive LGBTQIA+equalityandcombatdiscrimination -wasreleasedinFebruary 2022.Itcommittedallpartsofthe Victoriangovernmenttomakelaws, policiesandservicessaferandmore inclusiveforLGBTQIA+Victorians.

Thestategovernmenthasalso committed$15 milliontostrengthen thehealth,wellbeing,andsocialand economicoutcomesofLGBTQIA+ Victoriansinthe2022/23Budget.

Despitetakingstepstowardsequality, systemicdiscriminationandmarginalisationoftheLGBTQIA+community persist,especially in regionalVictoria.

LGBTQIA+Victoriansfacegreater levelsofdiscrimination,stigma andexclusionandevenmoresofor Gippsland’squeercommunity,where muchfewerinclusivesupportsare available.

However,thelaunchoftheinaugural GippslandPrideFestivalisevidence thatthingsarechanging.

“Alltheeffort,blood,sweatandtears areslowlymaking achange,andweare

feelingrenewedhopegoinginto2023,” GippslandPrideInitiativewrote on socialmedia.

“Weknowthere’sworktodo,maybe moreimportantlythanever,andit beginshere -Gippsland’sfirstPride Festival.”

CrO’CallagahnsaidLatrobeCity Councilwascommittedtocelebrating thecontributionofitsLGBTQIA+communityandensuringtheirsafety inthe community.

“Weknowthatcelebratingpride eventssuchasthisfestival,alongwith flyingtherainbowflagforIDAHOBIT Day,has adirectimpactonthehealth andwellbeingofourLGBTQIA+communitymembers,”shesaid.

“Welookforwardtoworkingwith GippslandPrideInitiativethisyearto furtherthiswork.”

GippslandPrideFestivalismaking itswaytoSalefor aspecial dayinthe CommunityGarden.

OnSaturday,February4,from 10.30amuntil2.30pmLGBTQIA+ individuals,RainbowFamiliesandallies areinvitedtojoinin arangeofactivities atSaleSeedGarden. Peoplecanget theirhandsdirty,enjoy awood-fired pizzalunch,livemusic,andmuchmore.

Thisis asecureevent,spacesare strictlylimitedandregistrationis required.

Alladultsaretoindividuallycompletetheform found athttps://docs. google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2R RAF1ty7P77njEVvFEpfQ7iHOQkdh yyv-lR2mYSf6WM-Vw/viewform

Museumgovernancerecognised

TRAFALGARresident,MickBourkeOAM,received AustralianMuseumsandGalleriesAssociation’s (AMaGA)VictoriaAwardforExcellence(volunteer) forhisworkwithTrafalgarHoldenMuseumat AMaGAVictoria’sawardspresentationheldat StateLibrary Victoria,MelbourneonOctober4.

ThoseattheawardsnightweretoldthatMick hasbeen amajordriverinthedevelopmentand improvementoftheTrafalgarHoldenMuseum.

Throughhisdetermination,skillsandknowledge he has helpedtobringthemuseumto anewhigher levelofcommunityandindustrystanding.

TheaudiencewastoldthatMickhasbeena communityleaderandhascontributed tomany localcommunityenterprisesincludingTrafNews, CommunityBankTrafalgarandDistrict,and TrafalgarCommunityDevelopmentAssociation.

Forhiseffortsandgivingtothecommunity,Mick washonouredwithanOAMin2014.

ThejudgesrecognisedMick’sleadershipskills andcommitmenttovolunteeringatTrafalgar HoldenMuseum.

Hisinfluenceandadvicehavehelpedthe museumtoimproveitsgovernancethroughthe developmentofpoliciesandproceduresoverawide rangeofactivitiesandfunctions.

Thejudge’ssaidthat:“Astronggovernance structureandappropriatepoliciesandprocedures areessentialtothelong-termviabilityofany organisation”.

“ItisgreattoseeMickbringskillsgainedinother areasofhislifeintothemuseumand,insodoing, strengthenthewholeorganisation.

“Itisequallyimpressivetoseethemuseum recognisetheimportanceoftheworkthathas

beendone,andtowishtoacknowledgeMickin thisway.”

MinisterforCreativeIndustriesSteve Dimopoulossaid:“Thisyear’swinnersandnomineesareoutstandingexamplesofthecreativity anddedicationattheheartofourmuseumsand galleriessector”.

“Congratulationstoallandthankyouforthe workyoudotopreserveandshareourhistoryfor futuregenerations.Ourmuseums,galleriesand thepeoplebehindthem,helpshowcasewhatmakes Victoriasuch avibrant,diverseandcreativestate.”

DrAshleyRobertson,executivedirectorof AMaGA(Victoria)said:“TheVictorianMuseums andGalleriesAwardsrecognisestheincredible effortsofoursectorvolunteersandstaff.Together, wecelebratetheir individualandcollective achievementsandofferencouragementforfuture initiatives.OnbehalfofAMaGAVictoria,congratulationstothisyear’swinnersandnominees”.

AMaGA(Victoria)wasestablishedasthe peakbodyformuseumsinVictoriain1993.It isthepeakbodyformorethan1000museums includinggalleries,sciencecentres,Indigenous keepingplaces,historicalsocieties,historichouses, botanicgardens,zoos,aquaria,culturalcentres, andarchaeologicalmonuments.

Two-thirdsofthesearevolunteer-run. Communitymuseumscareforanestimatedeight millionobjectsinVictoria.

AMaGAsupportsand advocatesforthedevelopmentofqualitymuseums,collectionscare, knowledgeandspecialisedskills,andsupportthe creativeindustrieswithkeyinitiatives.

Gathering: GippslandPerformingArts Centre hostedtheGippsland Pride Festivallaunch. photographssupplied

Happy couple: Betty

JamesKnowles. photographsupplied

The ‘easier’ way to identify UV level

SUNSMART Victoriahas brought new technology to combat skin cancer, with the launch of the SunSmart Global UV app,whichprovides daily sunprotection advice to Victorians, particularly men who are twice as likely to die from melanoma, compared to women.

SunSmart’s transformation of the iconicSlip, Slop, Slap slogan of the 80s into the new SunSmart Global UV app brings together decades of experienceofdelivering sunprotection information to the Australian public.

Supported by the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO),the appprovides worldwide UV levels tailored to each user’s specific location, providing clear guidance on when sun protection is required, whether you are working, travelling or being active outdoors.

Current evidence indicates that personal habits in relation to sun exposure constitute the most important individual risk factor for UV radiation damage.

WithAustralia havingone of the highest UV rates in the world and UV capable of causing skin damage to people who spend just 11 minutes outdoors unprotected, the SunSmart Global UV app is afree and innovative solution to bring daily sunprotectioninformationnomatter where you are in the world.

The 2022 Summer Sun Protection Survey (Life in Australia™) showed that only 54 percent of Australian adults used weather forecast informationtodecidewhether they needed sun protection, meaning many people arelikely unaware of the daily UV level or sun protection times.

Head of Prevention at Cancer Council Victoria, adjunctassociate Professor, CraigSinclair, is urgingall Victorianstodownload the SunSmart Global UV app to identify the UV times of the day that puts them at risk of skin damage

“We want people to use UV and sun protection times to help guide behaviours,and not to rely on the temperature, as you can’tsee or feel UV

radiation, the damage is often being done before it is noticed,” Mr Sinclair said.

“The new SunSmart Global app should be everyone’s first step towards improving their protection againstUVradiation. Cancer CouncilVictoria’s Victorian Cancer Registry showed skin cancer to be the fifth most common cancer in Victoria.

“There is strongevidence that most skin cancers and UV-related eye damage are preventable. That is why the SunSmart Global UV appisso important.”

Developed in partnership withthe Australian Radiation Protection And Nuclear Safety Agency

(ARPANSA), The Bureau of Meteorology (The Bureau) and Deakin University’s Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (A2I2), the app provides daily sun protection times as well as aseven-day weather and UV forecast.

The launch of the SunSmart Global appcoincides with the deliveryofthe SunSmartVictoria’s ‘Same Goes for You’ campaign, which acts as areminder to men of the dangers of UV radiation and just how easy it is to use sun protection.

Victorian Minister for Health, Mary-Anne Thomas,endorsed the launch of the SunSmart

GlobalUVapp as apositive reflection of Victoria’s ongoing leadership in skin cancer prevention and the use of innovation to protect the health of the community.

“The SunSmart Global UV app is an important tool to address the significant burden of skin cancer in Victoria and improve sun protection habits, particularly of Victorian men who are twice as likely to die from melanoma compared to women,” Ms Thomas said.

“It is criticalthat our community, especiallythose who spend time outdoors during peak UV periods, are reminded of how to reduce their risk and to use sun protection. It is great to see years of insight and skin cancer preventionknowledgetransformed into anew app which will makeiteasierfor peopletobe SunSmart no matter wherethey are in the world.”

Victorian father of two Keith Short, had a melanoma removed from his neck following years of playing sportoutdoors. Following thisdiagnosis, he is warning other men to use everything they can to prevent skin cancer.

“Growing up Ididn’t think about UV, and it was only after having amelanoma removed from my neck that Istarted to learn more about the harm it causes,” Mr Short said.

“For my generation,itishard to comprehend that evenonacloudyday we canhavehigh UV levels-so Ithink education is paramount and being able to learn about UV and how to check the level every day on this app is going to be useful for people.

“No matter how old you are, you have to protect yourself as well as your family, and Icount myself lucky Iwas diagnosed early and had my melanoma removed when Idid.”

The SunSmartGlobal UV app is free for download through the Apple and Google Play Stores, and is available in eight languagesincluding English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Chinese and Russian.

If you would liketolearnmore abouthow to protect your skin or for SunSmart sun protection advice visit www.sunsmart.com.au

AgriFutures Rural Women Acceleration Grant recipients named

ALICE Bennett, from CrystalBrook,South Australia, TheaWalker, (Jardee, Western Australia),Nadine Holgate, (Kialla, Victoria), Emma Goodall, (Clunes, Victoria), Leanne Kruss, (Dimbulah, Queensland),KateWebster, (Muttama, New South Wales) and Sara McCarthy, (Narromine, New SouthWales) have been named recipients of the 2023 AgriFutures RuralWomen’s Acceleration Grant.

Bennett, Brook, Walker, Holgate, Goodall, Kruss, Webster and McCarthysuccessfully pitched their ideas, ranging from healthchats,value-addice cream and pasturesunder horse grazing,toa braininjurysummit, Australian fibreapparel rental, classroom resources about agriculture, and delivering medication with adrone.

The Rural Women’s Acceleration Grant was launchedin2021,and is designed to foster growth and development in women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses, and communities.

Managingdirector of AgriFutures Australia, John Harvey, said the organisation was thrilled to be offering these seven rural women the leadership and development opportunities they need to make real and tangible impacts in their industries and communities.

“The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Acceleration Grant is an importantprogramasitprovidesa vehiclefor women across the nation to realise their potential.Itwillnurture the development of new and exciting ideas, and we encourage the successful applicants to apply for the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award in the future,” Mr Harvey said.

Each of the seven women will receive alearningand development bursary of up to $7000 for professional development, to enable them to bring their idea, cause, or vision to life.

Experiencedcommercialagronomist,MsGoodall, is excited that her concept of establishing agronomically sound pastures for the equine industry is now more than adream.

“Being awarded the grant will quite literally ‘accelerate’ the opportunity to pursue an idea that is on the to do list, but until now lacked areal timeline-and fit the cliché of agoalwithout a plan,” Ms Goodall said.

Ice-cream extraordinaire, Ms Walker, has developed asustainable ice-creambyutilising blemished or mis-shapedavocadosfromher family’s avocado farm. Ms Walker aims to turn her ice-cream idea into acommercial business through the grant.

“I aim to expand my business, marketing and networking skillstocreateaproduct that encourages collaboration with farmers, provides an opportunity to reduce food waste,and educates the consumer about the agricultural industry,” Ms Walker explained.

From behindthe counter to the skies, pharmacist Ms McCarthy’s rural drone delivery ideastems from the recent increaseindemand for health

services and the lack of accessibility to pharmacy medication for rural communities.

“I am hoping to improve patient health outcomes of our rural families by improving access to medications by increasing convenience, reducing time limitations and eliminate geographical distance and naturaldisasters as barriers to access,” Ms McCarthy said.

Occupationaltherapist, Ms Holgate,isexcited to be asuccessful applicant, as the grant will help achieve her aim of improving outcomes for rural and regional Australians with abrain injury

“Too often there is inequityinhealthcare resources for rural and regional providers compared to metropolitan colleagues.Health providers like me need to be able to build skills and networks to provide an equitable service to rural clients,” Nadine said.

Ms Webster’s vision was born out of the concerning statistics around children’s lack of knowledge of where their food comes from. Ms Webster aims to provide afulleducational packagewhich is ready to be picked up and used in the classroom with options for students of all ages.

“I hope the program reachesstudents from all walks of lifeand aids in growing the future generations’ understanding of notonly wherefood comes from, but the importance of agriculture as awhole,” Ms Webster said.

Dr Bennett is agastroenterologist based in the mid-north of South Australia, and looks forward to accessing mentorship to structure herproject ‘Hats off for Health Chats’. Theproject is designed to deliver regular, health-related discussions to rural men and women.

“The grant will also aid in the delivery of each of the three pilot events, assisting in creating a relaxed, welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere,” Dr Bennett said.

Stayingtrue to her early Merino roots,MsKruss is embarking on asustainable, value-add paddock to podium Australian fibre apparelrental concept.

“I’m hoping to take my identified concept that is designed to support acceleration of consumer adoption of Australian food and fibre and make asignificant contribution to aproblem Ihave identifiedonmyown professional journey,”Ms Kruss said.

With the support of the AgriFuturesRural Women’s Acceleration Grant, all seven women will be undertaking arange of learning and development opportunities throughout 2023, equipping them with the skillsand knowledge to advance their project from idea to reality.

Applicationsfor the 2024AgriFutures Rural Women’s Acceleration Grant willopenin September 2023.

To find out more about thegrant, visit agrifutures.com.au/acceleration-grant

Slip, slop, slap: SunSmart Victoria is urging people to take care this summer

photograph supplied

Timor teamwork for Malimea Village

THERE wascertainly astrong sense of teamwork involved whenStPaul’s Anglican Grammar School’s Team Timor recently dished up abanquet for their‘High Teafor Timor’ fundraiser at theTraralgon Tennis Club.

The afternoon hadafantastic vibe, filled with fabulous food and melodious music and entertaining around 85 guests.

Team Timor captain and Year 10 student, SophiaHastie, initiated and organised the event, enlisting the support of local businesses.

The event raised $4300for the constructionofanEnglish LanguageCentre in Malimea Village,EastTimor, and gratitude is extended to the parents, teachers, and students who helped

makeita success, as well as the local businesses who donated raffle prizes.

Team Timor hasastrong history at St Paul’s, with the school’sfirst connection to Timor goingbackto2002, when Warragul Campus History teacher, Marilyn Davidson, formed aspecial interest group among Year 9students called Team Timor. This group went on to become part of the Friendship Schools Program linked to Friends of Ermera, based in the City of Casey.

Over the years, the school has funded classroomsfor the Ponilala pre-secondary schoolbyholding regular fundraisers towards the construction of educational facilities in East Timor.

As one of the longest-runningand rewardingservice opportunities

available at St Paul’s, Team Timor provides students with an avenue to build strong connections and friendships, while learning avaluable lesson and developing astrong link with the school’s value of compassion.

outdoor pool

THE Baw Baw Shire community can look forward to anotherseason of freeswimming at theThorpdale outdoor pool thanks to agenerous sponsorship by the Thorpdale Swimming Pool Committee.

For the third year in arow, the committee has worked with Baw Baw Shire Council to provide adonationthat covers the entry cost for all using thepoolbetween December 1until March31.

To encourage social connectedness among the Thorpdale andsurrounding communities followingthe disruptions of COVID-19 lockdowns, the community-led committee donated aportion of the unspent volunteer funds back into the facility, allowing the community to use the pool at no charge for the 2020/21 summer season.

After receiving an overwhelming amount of support and praise for the generous sponsorship, the popular initiative has continued each year since.

ThorpdalePool Committee member Natasha Hammond says that by offering free entry, it has been awelcomed benefit to the local town of Thorpdale and the public of all ages.

“We’ve seenthisinitiative bring people from

all over the shire to our town to use the pool as well as explore the local businesses we have on offer, such as the famous bakery and local pub, the Travellers Rest,” Natasha said.

“We are so passionateabout our local assets here in Thorpdale and look for opportunities to maximise theiruse forthe benefit of the whole community. We look forward to welcoming more people to our pool this season.”

The pool is open on days when temperatures are forecast for 25 degrees or more (except early morningswims, whichare not weather dependent). The pools may close prior to or during thunderstorm activity or in extreme weather conditions.

Opening times: Monday to Friday: 3pm-7pm

Weekends,school andpublic holidays: 1pm-7pm

For more information about council’s swimming pools, including full entry pricing, locations and operating hours, visit www.bawbawpools.ymca. org.au

Duo: Year 7students Madeleine Minnitiand Layla Grahamworked hardonthe Timor Team stall.

Jobwell done: St Paul’s studentsassisting withthe High Teafor Timor: Pictured is Rheid Haley, Sophia Hastie,Ella May, Kate Henne andAnanya Philips. photographs supplied

Lionsclubbrings joy to flood victims

By STEFAN BRADLEY

FAMILIES affected by flooding in the state have been treated by the Victorian Lions Club to afree holiday as part of the Licola Flood Holiday Project, allowing them the opportunity to partake in fun activitiesinLicola, Sale and Seaspray.

Licola WildernessVillage hasbeenowned by Victorian Lions Clubs for more than 50 years.

It is mainly used to provide holiday campsfor disadvantaged children.

Recently, because of staff shortages caused by COVID,some camps have had to be cancelled, leaving the Licola Village empty in January, except for afew staff.

In recent months, many Victorian towns have been devastated by flooding. Manytownsfolk have been forced out of their homes with almost no possessions, while thoseonthe land have lost crops, livestock and farm infrastructure. They have suffered not only loss, but despair.

In Rochester, hundreds of familieshaveleft their flood-damaged homes, and many are living in sheds, caravans or motel rooms. Most will not be abletomovebackinto their homesfor 12-18 months.

An idea was born that the vacant Licola village could be used to provide free holidays to floodaffected families, to give them an experience that they could not otherwise have, to give them some hope, and to let them know that people care about them.

The initiativehappened relativelyquickly. Lions District 201V6 second vice districtgovernor, Geoff Turnbull, said theidea was proposed acouple of weeks before Christmas.

“This looked like it would be amiserable Christmas, and then this event came along and it’s the reset (those affected) needed,” he said.

Last week,the Licola Flood Holiday Project became areality.

Around 70 people from 18 families were transported to Licola, along with Lions volunteers, for a five-day holiday. Families were greeted on arrival with avideo message from LionsInternational president, BrianSheehan, from the USA. After dinner, therewas acircus performance fromWacky Wombat Entertainment.

All families were gifted sheets, pillows, blankets, bath towels, beach towels and more, which they can

take back home with them after the holiday -and alot more too.

Tuesday, January 10 was afun-filled day of activities in Licola, such as the flying fox, climbing wall, canoeing, the giant swing,archeryand more-plus access to the swimmingpool, trampolines, bike riding and many more activities.

The next day wasabus trip to the beachat Seaspray, followed by abarbecueatSale Botanic Gardens before returning to Licola.

Thursday, January 12 was another action-packed day of activities, withabluelight disco in the evening.

Upon departure last Friday, families were presented with Kmart gift cards, and vouchers from McDonald’s and KFC, as well as ‘back to school’ backpacks (filledwithschoolsupplies), courtesyof

Wangaratta and Morwell Big W.

The Seaspray General Store donated lollies and chocolates for the kids. The families may have left Licola, but took generosity with them.

Thereaction to thecamphas beenoverwhelming, with the flood-affected families truly appreciating the experience.

“Thank youfor this wonderful opportunity, we arereally grateful. Abreak away from all this is just what we need,” one participant said.

“Thank you so much for your generosity! My kids are very excitedtocome on this trip,”saidanother. Some participants hopedtoreturn to Licola in thefuture.

Therewerearound 40 people who wanted to attend, but for various reasons they were unable to come at this time. As aresult of this and demand

from other flood-affected areas, the Lions Club are hoping to run asecond holiday in March.

Mr Turnbull said the Lions Club and the Licola Wilderness Village are very happy to raise awareness for flood victims and provide relief.

“We would certainly welcome donations. Contact your nearest Lions Club and they’ll help you out,” he said.

The Lions Club thanked all those who attended and everyone else who made the project possible, includingall their members;Lions Australia Council chairman,Steve Boyce; Chairman of the Australian Lions Foundation, Tony Benbow; Wacky Wombat Entertainment; Matt Joyce from Wangaratta Coachlines; Esso Australia; and the Licola Wilderness Village staff.

Lightbulb moment: An idea wasbornthat the vacant LicolaVillage couldbeused to provide free holidays to flood-affected families. Insta fame: On Day1,families settle in forsome food,fun andphotos photographs supplied

RCH Good Friday Appeal

MOE Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal are holding awine and dine night on Saturday, February 18 at Newborough Bowling Club (Monash Road, Newborough) starting at 7pm.

Cost is $50 per head which includes two course meal and entertainment by Matt‘Tezmo’ Howlettand bandSOS 4.

There will be asilentauction including afully signedAustralian team cricket bat donated by Alinta Energy, andother items generously donatedby localbusinesses along with numerous raffle prizes.

Proceeds go to the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.

Tables of eight are available, or just single tickets will be sold.

Phone Moe coordinator, Sue Bechaz, on 0407 677 230 or email suebechaz@ hotmail.com

Comealong and haveagreat funnight and support avery worthwhile cause.

Moe jazz

LINDSAY Flint, leader of New Old New Orleans, will play on Sunday, January 29 for aMoe Latrobe Valley Jazz Club event at the Moe RSL.

The band plays astyle of music based on New Orleans revival, containing a mixture of long-standing jazz musicians and younger but outstanding musicians.

For anumber of years, they have played at the annual national convention. In addition, they have played with much success at anumberofjazzclubs.

Lindsay Flint leads on clarinet with Ian Smith on trumpet, Paul van der Koogh on saxophone, Willie Purcell on banjo, Phill Jennings on sousaphone and Robert Wood on drums.

Doors open at 12.30pm, 1pm start.

Phone Bruce Lawn on 5174 3516 for more information.

Cancer council

MOE and District Cancer Council volunteer group recently held araffle, raising $831.80.

Thankyou to everyone for supporting our Christmas Raffle, the winners were:

First prize: Josie Spiteri

Second prize: Damien

Third prize: Noela Fordham

Our nextfundraising event willbe the Strzelecki Stringbusters at the Moe RSL on Saturday,February 18,show starts at 7pm.

Entry is $30 per person. Meals will be available to purchase before the show. Tickets are available from Diane on 0438 517 470 or Linda on 0427 671 780.

All moneyraised will go to cancer research for ovarian cancer.

More information; Volunteer Group contact: Beryl on 5127 4028 or Linda (on number above); Cancer Council Supporters Hot Line: 1300 65 65 85; Cancer Council Help Line: 13 11 20; Quit Line: 13 78 48; Visit: wwwcancervic.org.au, or visit our Facebook page.

Prostatesupport

MEETINGtonight(Wednesday, January 25) for the Latrobe Valley Prostate Support Group.

The meeting begins at Morwell Club from 7pm. You can join us for counter tea at 6pm before the meeting.

For moreinformation, phoneAllan on 0458 111 688.

Acoustic concert

GIPPSLAND Acoustic Music Club’s first concert for the year will be held on Sunday, February 5at7.30pm at Tyers Hall.

The club is delighted to welcome back Michael Waugh.

Michael is asongwriter’s songwriter, acompelling live performerand an extraordinary storyteller.

Among his admirersare the legendary Eric Bogle,and country luminary Shane Nicholsonand country hit-makersThe WolfeBros.

Michael’s latest album,The Cast, released in August 2021,won aGolden Guitar Award for Heritage Song of the Year (Dirty River) and anomination for Alt Country Album of the Year.

Michael’s insightfultributes to friends,

family and parenthood are simultaneously deeplypersonal and nationally recognisable; we see our own brothers, parents, pubs, rivers, struggles and joys reflected in the faces of thosecharacters who live large in Michael’s songs.

The support act for the night will be Di Stephens and Jo Whitelaw.

Entry is $25 adult, $20 member. Concession, under 18 free.

Tickets can be pre-purchased at www trybooking.com/CELDU or cashtickets available at the door.

For more information about this and other upcoming events, go to www. musicclub.org or the GAMC Facebook page.

ValleyCroonersare back!

BEGINNINGFebruary 6. Do you enjoy singing? We sure do!

We meet Monday nights from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Traralgon East Senior Citizens Hall, MatthewCrescent, Traralgon. There $5 per night cost.

New members are always welcome!

Comealong and enjoy anightof singing and companionship. We’d love to meet you.

For further information, please give Val acallon0421 475 859.

Seniorslooking for activities

THE Traralgon East Senior Citizens are recruiting new members for their club.

If you are interested in line dancing, indoor bowls,knit and natter, pool, table tennis, card games and alibrary, then this is the club for you.

We opendaily and would welcome any new members who are interested in companionship and making new friends.

Pleasephonethe club on (03) 5174 6936 or the president on 0427 741 711.

The club is located at 2Matthews Crescent, Traralgon.

Mid Gippsland FamilyHistory Society

Inc.

WITH our Christmas break coming to an end, ourfamilyhistory centre will open for 2023 on Wednesday, February 1, at 44 Albert Street Moe.

Regular opening hours are 1pm to 4pm every Wednesday afternoon.

We welcome anyone -through from a rawbeginner to an experienced family historian/genealogist-tocomealong and have achattoone of ourexperienced researchers who are keen to help you navigate the resources we have.

You’ll be amazed at what you can discover about your ancestors.

All are welcome. For any inquiries, please call 0403 611 730.

Listening post

THE Anglican ListeningPost Drop in Centre at 7Anzac St, Moe has reopened for 2023

Call in for afree cuppa and chat on Fridaysbetween 10am and noon. For further information,phone Janon 0475 067 145 or Alice on 0418 175 042.

Moe Meditation Group

THE Moe Meditation Group will commence its weekly 2023 program on Wednesday, February 1from8:30am to 9:30aminthe InstituteHall at the Gippsland Heritage Park (Old Gippstown), Moe.

The group offers you an opportunity to study and practice the teachings of various meditation and yoga traditions that aim to assist you to work towards ahealthier and more relaxed body and mind.

Theprogram is suitable for all ages andwill cost $5 per session.

Treasurer required Reward satisfaction

THE Committeeofthe Morwell Centenary Rose Garden in seeking a new treasurer as the current treasurer is retiring after 17 years in the position.

The positionwouldsuit either a semi-retired or retired person, as the committeemeets during businesshours. Agood knowledge of bookkeepingis required as well as computer literacy. The out-going treasurer says that he has enjoyedthe position greatly, and

that this is an opportunity to contribute to the wellbeingofthe RoseGarden and thus the wider community.

If you would like to discuss the situation in confidence, please phone Frank on 0428 822 529 or the committee chair, Carl Ellefsen, on 0457 097 162.

Tanjil Valleytennis reunion

WHEN: Sunday, January 29 2023

Where: Willow Grove Recreation Reserve football clubrooms.

Time: 11am to 5pm.

Bring your own lunch, tea/coffee provided, drinks at bar prices. We would like to have ashared afternoon tea, so please bring along a plate of food that lives up to the TVTA standard.

You are welcome to bringalong any photosormemorabilia, but their care will be your responsibility.

Please spread the word to anyone who played tennis in the TVTA.

Get together

GET Together is an open space for conversation and community.

We meet on the first Wednesday of each month,and invite youtojoin us on February 1at10aminthe Traralgon Uniting Park Lane Foyer.

This willbeatimewhenyou can meet with others and chat over acuppa. If you or anyoneyou knowwould like to to be part of this Get Together,please come and bring them along.

For more detail please phone5174 2398 or 5177 8107.

Morwell North PrimarySchool Reunion

CALLING all past students, teachers and staff of Morwell North Primary School!

The Morwell Historical Societyare organising areunion on the afternoon of Sunday, March 26.

Once our committee has resumed for 2023, we will have more information available to you.

We would appreciate if anyone has any photos, memorabilia, etc that they can share with us to add to our collection, that they phone us on 0409 436 019.

Thiswill be agreat opportunity to meet up with old school friends, renew friendships, and enjoy stories from school days.

Our rooms will reopen in February on the first and third Wednesdays and last Sunday of the month 11am to 2pm (February to November), or by appointment at 12 Hazelwood Road, Morwell. Please come and visit us, have a cuppa, reminisce and have achat.

Community garden meeting

ANYONE interested in anew community productive garden is invited to acommunity meeting at the TraralgonUniting ChurchinPark Lane,Traralgon, at 1pm on Tuesday, January31.

We seek to gauge interest from those keen to be involved in establishing

All are welcome, as are newmembers. Special guest speaker is Dr Annie McKean, radiation oncologist at William BucklandRadiotherapy Centre Gippsland, part of Alfred Hospital. Shewillshare her experiences in this growingfield of medical treatment, especially prostate cancer.

Jazzman: LindsayFlint is settoperform at Moe RSL.

and running acommunity productive garden andrelatedprograms at the Uniting Church Park Lane site.

Please RSVP by leaving amessage on 5176 1029.

Chorale

THE Latrobe chorale is expanding!

We are recruiting new members. Everyone is welcome. We have an exciting new program for this term, under the baton of our new musical director, Joel Dickason.

We will be including music of the living composer Karl Jenkins.

His 15 minute piece, Te Deum, is suitable for ayounger generation of singers, is lively and features percussion.

This has been made possible by grant fundingreceived from the federal government, in partnership with the Foundation for Rural &Regional Renewal; as well as funding from the Delburn Wind Farm Community Development Grant to sponsor additional workshops to aid singing technique development during the 26 week rehearsal program.

Rehearsals start on Tuesday, January 31 from 7.30pm. We practice in the hall of the MorwellPresbyterian Church, 50 Church St Morwell.

New members are very welcome. For more information, phone the secretary at info@latrobechorale.org or 0490 115357.

Traralgon Bridge Club

AFTER apleasant break we are back enjoying bridge again.

There are alot of exciting events coming up, one of which is the Eastern Region Congress due to be playedin February.

We are currently working with U3A to organise beginner’s lessons in early February, and will know more about this shortly.

Last week two of our members, Rob Graham and Phillip Goode, excelled by getting a7nt,well done to you two.

Recent results: Monday: No bridge.

Tuesday: N/S 1st Marion Taylor and Anna Field 57.92; 2nd Peter Lonie and David Hawkins 57.50; E/W 1st Glenis Lohrand Rob Graham64.29; 2ndBruce Arnup and Roshni Chand.

Thursday: N/S 1st Rob Graham and Glenis Lohr62.20; 2nd Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker 57.14; E/W 1st Barbara Barr and PhillipGoode 57.74; 2nd Ken Tierney and Anna Field 56.55.

Traralgon Bridge Club has been having avery enthusiastic turnout for our sessions since returning after Christmas.

Our beginningbridge lessonsare scheduled to start soon and the contact person forthisisMonica Cornell. Her phone number is 0488 340 028. She will be able to helpwith any queries you may have.

Results from Monday, January 16:

Monday -first: Ken Tierney and Rob Graham, second: Don Tylee and Robin Hecker.

TuesdayE/W -first: Helen Arnup and Wilbert Smits, second: David Hawkins andKay Baxter N/S- first: Jack Kuiper and Arinda

Drury,

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Line dancing

ARE you interested in line dancing?

This is to commenceonFriday, February 10 at the Yallourn North SeniorCitzensCentre.10am start, cost $5.

Our senior citizens meet each Wednesday from 10.30am onwards.

Lunch provided at aminimal cost. Come along and join in for anatter. Ourfirst gettogether for 2023 is on Wednesday, February 1. For further details, phone Lynon0427 671 532.

Grand RidgeChoir bursts intosong

AFTERseveral years of disruptiondue to the pandemic, the Grandridge 245 Community Choirisonce again meeting regularly at its home base in Mirboo North, and performing around South Gippsland, much to the delight of its many members.

For people whose New Year’s resolution is to explore new opportunities for socialising and creative development, the choir is runningagroup-singing workshop just for funand also as a ‘taster’ session.

Jane Coker, choir leader and singing teacher said, “Our choir has been running for almost 10 years now, with members from allover SouthGippsland and the Latrobe Valley. While we do perform at public events occasionally, we are pretty casual… and mostly sing forthe sheerjoy of it!

“Choir membersdon’t need singing experience or to be able to read music, so pretty much anyone can join in. We focus on lovelyheart-warming songs, and we sound great!”

Thegroup singing workshopwillbe held on Saturday, February 4, 2pm to 4pm, at St Mary’sChurch Hallat 112-114 Ridgway, Mirboo North.Entry is by donation. Tea and coffee will be available.

Regular choir sessions are held during the school terms, at 7.15pm on Wednesdaynights at St. Mary’s Church Hall, and cost $15/session ($12 concession).

Moreinformation is available on the Facebookpage: Grand Ridge 245 Mirboo North’s Community Choir, or email Jane on jane.coker@bigpond.com or on 0400 053 266.

Enjoya newhobby, learna newskill

NOW is the perfect time to plan anew year of fun, friendship, and learning. What better way than with acourse at theTraralgonNeighbourhood Learning House.

Term 1startsMonday, January 30, so now is agreat time to have achatto Meagan and Julie about the class that will best suit you.

Perhaps youwant to build your confidence with technology by registering for adigital essentials course. Or the very popular serving the Valley in hospitality course is perfect for those looking to build employability skillsand start a new career.

Come along and enjoy ahobbyand meetnew friendsincreative craft, cake decorating, art, sewing, knitting and crochet, mosaics, creativewriting, or

cooking. Language classes are available in French,Spanish, Italian and Auslan. Focus on your health and wellbeing with yoga or the new Tai Chi class. Or come down to the information session at 10am Wednesday, February8 at the VRI Learning GardeninQueens Parade to learn more aboutthe new paddock to plate and no waste living course being offered. You’ll discover simple steps to look after your garden, grow your own food and enjoyreconnecting with nature and your community.

Discover how the Traralgon NeighbourhoodLearning House makes learning fun by phoning 5174 6199 or drop into 11-13 Breed Street,Traralgon KeepuptodatewithTNLHnews andthe timetable by visiting www tnlh.org.au

Moe ViewClub meeting

MOE ViewClub’sfirstmeetingfor 2023 will be held on Wednesday,February 1. Thiswillbethe annualmeeting. Members are asked to consider taking on aposition, if not alreadynominated This will be held at Moe Hotel on Lloyd St, for a10.30am start.

Moe View Club sponsor five students through the Smith Family.

Membership for 2023 will be due in February.

For further information, please contact Sue on 0417 515 745 or Maureen on 0458 842 256.

Toongabbie old time dance

YOU are invited to the Toongabbie Old Time Dance. It is to be held at the Mechanics Institue Hall, located on

the corner of Cowen and King streeton February 3, from 8pm onwards.

Music is provided by Norm Lade. Mote Carlo, lucky door prize and raffle all included on the night.

Admissionis$8per head, please also bring aplate to share.

For more information, please call Bev on 0407 842 757 or Jeremy on 0408 770 460.

Lion’s Easter Market

THE Mt Erica Lions Club will be holding amarketinErica, at the base of Mt Baw Baw, on Saturday,April 8from 9.30am until 2pm, at the EricaOval, located on Moe/Walhalla Road Erica.

There will be adiverse range of stalls for all ages to come and peruse through, and activities including face painting for the children.

Bring the family along and enjoy a great day outdoors.

Stall holders are invited to email ericalionsclub@outlook.com for further information.

Youcan be apartof Community Corner

IF you are acommunity group andhave any news items you need publicised, feel free to email us at news@lvexpress. com.au.

You can address the correspondence to Editor, Liam Durkin.

Please write ‘Community Corner’ in the subject line and nothing else.

Deadline is Friday 9am to appear in the following Wednesday issue.

second: Rob Graham and Glenis Lohr.

-first:GregNicholson and KayeDouglas, second: Heather Henley and Fred Kaminski

Whatdoesthe year haveinstore for us?

WILL 2023 be ahappy new year for us all after the past two years of lockdowns and elections?

Judging by the articles and letters in the Latrobe Valley Express (18/01/23) and the national news, most likely not.

More job losses look likelyatMaryvale PaperMill, resulting in the cost of paper doubling along with increases in school books and stationery, and like everything else paper will be imported fromChina.

Nowwehear that gas prices are going to increase by nearly 27 per cent from February when Anthony Albanese promised areduction in gas prices prior to the last election.

Thatreductionmay come threemonths before the next election, if we are lucky.

The closure of the power stations in the Latrobe Valley hascome about, not because of their age, butbecause Daniel Andrews increased royalties to the state government 300 per cent.

Jobs relatedtowindturbines and solar panels willnever cover the lossesofthese Gippsland jobs.

Later this year, we are supposed to have areferendum on ‘The Voice’ but during an interview withChris Kenny on SkyNews, PrimeMinister Albanese was reluctant to say if aNOvote would be theend of TheVoice.

The Albanese government is spending $200 millionpromoting the YES vote and nothing on the NO vote.

There are 11 Indigenous voices already in Federal Parliament, including Jacinta Nampijinpa Price so why not listen to what theyhave to say and putthis $200milliontobetter uselikebuilding ahospital?

It seems to me that Labor is looking after China’s economy at the cost of Australia’s and there is no light at the end of the red tunnel.

Brian Mawhinney Traralgon

Calling forequality

HARRIET Shing MP, local state member of parliament and current Minister for Water, has areal opportunity to honour her election promises to the peopleofMorwell and surrounding areasand stop the overcharging thatutility and gas companies areall guilty of, with their obscene tariff charges.

Politicians all claim that they understand the cost of living pressures experienced by their constituents, but instead of looking for solutions, they happily blame the war in Ukraine as the primary cause for all woes.

Harriet and co should stop lookingfor excuses for doing nothing, and start by looking at the way every household is being ripped off by utility companies with the blessing of governments.

Likeanumberofpeople,Iliveina block of units of eight in Morwell, and each unit is forced to pay Gippsland Water the same amount that a standalone house pays in tariffs, yet Gippsland Water defends their greed by claiming that it costs more to treat our waste andmaintain ourservices than astand-alone house.

Sadly, this is nonsense as the complex in which Ilive shares the one sewerage, stormwater, water lines, so we enjoy no additional infrastructure that would warrant Gippsland Water ripping us of.

As for the cost of waste treatment, thereare a total of eight residents living in my complex, and when you consider that an average household has around fourresidents, at most we should be paying no more than twice what the average house owner pays, not eight times the amount.

This doubling of price would accommodate for the additional waste created in our complex and would be in line with two standalone houses.

Gippsland Water’s scam generatesthem around $9000 per annum whereas it should only generate

no more than $2400per annum.

Iwouldunderstandthe exorbitant costs if we had eight separate sewerage lines but we don’t,sohow does Gippsland Water justify their overcharging, they insult our intelligence and rely on politicians not giving adamnabout their constituents.

Iassumethat Harrietenteredparliamenttomake apositivedifference to the lives of her constituents, now let’s see if her actions match her words or she becomes apuppet for the greedy utilitiescompanies and does what apolitician does best -nothing.

Iamalsoadvised by the Office of the Water Ombudsman thatparliament hasnot given the Ombudsman the power to interveneinmatters relating to the government’s pricingagreement with these companies that happily rip us all off.

Harriet, Iamtold that anew agreement is soon to be entered into, now is your chance to earn your generous stipend and perks and start looking after the very people you represent.

Harriet, actions speak louder than words, and the appearance of doing your job is not the same as actually doing your job.

Patrick Ansell Morwell

Old techniques wouldstill be effectivetoday

THERE is no need for me to speak of the disastrous situation in which the timber workers of East Gippsland find themselves due to government decisions on forestry, or its effect on towns like Orbost.

There should also be no need to have to elaborate on the perilous and disastrous state that our forests are now in duetogovernment mismanagement, but Imust point out that the since the 2019/20 fires our East Gippsland forests have experienced good growing conditions and now comprise, in the main, dense eucalypt and scrub regrowth among

the dying trees. These trees are dying from the top down, but still contain commercial timber.

Unless some immediate intervention takes place, thegovernment policies are setting East Gippsland up for the biggest and most damaging fires that will ever occur in Australia.

It is human mismanagement that has caused thisproblem, it is therefore necessary that human intervention fixes it.

This government must take lessons from history.

Firstly, up untilabout 1940 there had been no baddamaging fires in far East Gippsland thanks to local peoples management.

Then came the Forest Commissionwith their ‘No Burn Policies’, policing local management and setting the bush up for the dangerous fires to come

One such fire was in 1952. This fire (to the east of Cann River) burnt from Cann Riverthrough the Thurra catchment over the Drummer Range and intothe western side of the Wingan catchment. On this occasion, Mallacoota was saved by cattlemen’s burns on the eastern and lower sections of the Wingan catchment, their burns halted this fire.

Alesson from the aftermath of this fire could be applied to today’s situation.

This fire was as equally ferocious as the 2019/20 fire and produced asimilar result, dead standing timber in asea of dense regrowth and scrub.

The Cann River sawmillers and theirbushcrews takeonthe task of salvaging thisfire, killing timber which was dying from the top down, bare heads and ‘epicormic growth’.

It was dangerous work then as it was all hand falling with old two-man chainsaws, but these ‘Men of the East’ did this job. Not only did they salvage millions of dollars’ worth of valuable timber that ultimately, if left would have contributed to further hotfires,but the extractionprocess servedthe dual purpose of thinningout the dense seedlingsand scrub. After such ahot fire, there was no need for concern for possums being in the dead tree tops.

If such aproject were to be contemplated today, it would be completely safebecausefallers now drive excavators and they are protected in an enclosed cabin.

So, through your paper, and for the reasons above Iseek support to appeal to the government to urgently reconsider their approach to forestry, and in particular to the fire killed forests of East Gippsland,whichcan either be lefttorot and burn or they could provide avaluable resource to the state’s coffers, provide employment to many, and rejuvenate the terribly damaged natural forest.

John Mulligan

Bairnsdale

Communities weathering a perfect storm

COMMUNITIES in regional Victoriaare still reeling from the floods which inundated their homes and businesses.

Towns workedtirelessly to sandbagasthe water levels rose and took with them homes, livelihoods and businesses on which their communities relied.

But now, monthsafterthe water hasreceded, for communities whichhave begun the recovery process, too many are facing anew battle.

Ask anyone who has been dealing with their insurance company in the past few months and you’ll get avariation of thesame story- everyone’s premiums are on the rise.

Depending on the insurer and location of the property, this increase is anywhere from $1000 to as much as awhopping $10,000 annually.

In places hit hard in the 2011 ‘once in alifetime’ floods, some businesses were forced to self-insure as post-delugepremiumshad skyrocketedto$100,000 ayear, or more.

One business owner Ispoke to had accrued almost $1 millioninsavings, but when the experts got their peak predictions wrong for 2022 -their second

Same principle applies: Letter writer,John Mulligan, believesfiremitigation techniques usedinthe 1950swould still be effectivetoday.

‘once in alifetime’ flood in 11 years -the damage bill more than doubled the savings and once again thebusiness was devastated.

Families who were alreadystrugglingtokeep up with billshave losttheir homes,and are nowfaced with the decision to live in an uninsured home or find room in their budget for rising premiums.

It’s twofold when you consider the rising cost of living, withhigher insurance premiums eating further into the weekly budget of manyregional Victorians.

In someofour smallertowns,such as Rochester for example, manypeople driven out by the floods havestill not come home,and the impactof their absence on the local economy could become crippling.

Victorians urgently need financial relief.

We haveseengas and electricity pricescontinue to climb -some gas bills by as much as 21.4 per cent for households after awholesale price increase. And the state government’s attempt to revive the SEC looks to do little to drive down prices for consumers and threatens our electricity grid’s reliability.

It’s aperfect storm, and one our country communities shouldn’t have to weather, after the storms come through, which they just have.

Peter Walsh Leader of The Nationals

Quality control

WITH another duck and quail shooting season about to be announced, I’m yet to see evidence of any safety risk assessment having been performed by the Game Management Association to assess therisks of discharging firearms in public spaces and adjacent to private properties.

As abusiness owner, if Iwas this negligentI could be heavily penalised.

Liz Filmer Sale

Churches arebusiness and should paytax

IT is difficult to know how muchrevenuechurches make in Australia each year, but some estimates put it at $40 billion dollars, all tax free.

This means Australia is missing out on about $10 billion dollars ayear in taxes.

Not just corporate tax, but also income tax, GST, payroll tax, council rates, land tax, state government taxes and local council taxes.

In addition, religions have exemptions from anti-discriminationslaws and other government statutes

Churches are run as corporations, with investmentsinrealestate,private hospitals, pre-schools, aged care facilities, insurancecompanies and private commercial enterprises.

Consider Sanitarium, which is ownedbythe Seventh Day Adventist Church.

It makes almost abillion dollars in profit ayear, yet pays no taxes.

Churchessuch as Hillsong and The Church of Scientology are clearly money-making ventures, and operate more as entertainment organisations than churches, but still pay no taxes.

The Catholic Church is probably the oldest and most successful business in the world, having lasted almost 2000 years, whereas few businesses have alifecycle of more than 50 years.

Indeed, one would be hard pressed to find asingle corporation anywhere in the world that is more than 200 years old.

In my university business studies, the Catholic Church was put forwardasthe mostsuccessful business model in history because of its flat management hierarchy (only five levels), and its abilitytomanipulate government laws for greater financialreward.

Gone are the days when the parish church was the centre of the community, and local priests lived frugal lifestyles.

More and more people are moving away from the church, anditnolongerserves the purpose it once did.

Instead, it now operatesasagiant money-making venture on aglobal scale.

It has become amulti-national corporation. Millions of dollarsare spent on defending employees from criminalcharges to protect the church’s reputation. This is money that is donated by well-intended citizens for the benefit of the poor and needy.

Take the cases before the Royal Commission into Child Abuse as aprime example. And not only do they enjoy atax-freestatus, but the governments gives them hundreds of millions of dollars in handouts each year. Simultaneously, the same governments are cutting back on social security payments and other government programs which would help the marginalised and struggling.

This all needs to stop. Australians need to write to their local members and the treasurer, Jim Chalmers, and express their discontent about this.

Thechurches need to start paying taxes, and put an end to this farce.

Craig Hill Brisbane

Energy dilemma

“ABOUT five centuries ago, when the work of the operationdepartment wasonlybeginning, there were yet to be found some fools who compared our operation departmentwiththe ancient inquisition.

But thisisasabsurdastocompare asurgeon performing atracheostomy with ahighway cutthroat. Both use aknife, perhaps the same kind of knife, both do the same thing; cut the throat of aliving man; yet one is awell-doer, the other is amurderer”.

The preceding quote is by Yevgeny Zamyatin, a Russian dramatist and social satirist, and is taken from his anti-utopiannovel We,published in 1924, andthe literacy ancestor of Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World (1932), and George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four (1949).

The quote is alsoametaphor for the current energy dilemma facing millions of Australian households,small business, and industry,who have been forced into paying ever-rising gas and electricity charges as an inevitable part of ‘the price’ entailed in fulfilling the Labor-Green obsession to ‘transition to renewables’ (translation: ‘Screwing the public’) at record-breaking speed álaRMS Titanic.

So how did one the world’s largest exporters of coal, gas and uranium end up with unreliable energy (aka renewables)?

The answer:Massive subsidies for renewable energy only, combinedwith privatisation of the electricity market and, most significant and damaging of all, totally reckless and economy-wrecking government mandates that have resulted in the closing down of coal-fired power stations that previously provided cheap, reliable energy, now taxed out of existence!

In this connection, it is interesting to note that Germany, the UK, and California, have hadan ugly glimpse of net-zero policies, resulting in rolling blackouts, sky-high gas and electricity costs, and hundreds(if not thousands) of deaths, mostly from hypothermia and bill-shock induced suicide.

We once had reliable, cheap electricity and gas, butnow woke governments have gone Green with theirvomited-up dog’s breakfast (aka renewables) that they are feverishly peddling to alargely gullible public, with all the cunning and deception of aheroin dealer.

The Greens may have started out as genuine environmentalists, but much of the Green movement has now morphed into apolitical pressure group accountable to no one.

Greens create problems, many of which are concocted, and provide no ‘realistic’ solutions because of alackofbasic knowledge.

Long story short, due to the evil Labor-Greenaxis in Canberra and in most Australian states, radical policies like net-zero have been adopted by Albo and Chairman Dan, which have resulted in spirallingout-of-control energy costs, chronicpoverty, collapse of communities, economic instability, and

theever-increasing likelihood of rolling blackouts in the near future.

In short,weare heading for economic Armageddon because we have put wishful Green thinking before the engineering reality of power generation.

It is therefore timely to recall the wise words of President John F. Kennedy, who on June 11, 1962, at acommencementaddress at Yale University, spoke these words:

The great enemy of truth if very often not the lie -deliberate, contrived and dishonest -but the myth; persistent, persuasive and unrealistic.

Joseph Lis

Morwell

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HOROSCOPES

by Joanne Madeline Moore

January 23 -January 29,2023

worry if your spontaneous approach results in some mistakes along the way Impulsive Mars (your power planet) is charging through gung-ho Gemini until March 25 So your motto is from French writer Colette (born on January 28, 1873): “You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm

Taurus The Venus/Saturn hook-up highlights the struggle to achieve ongoing balance at work and home So there could be some conflict between your professional and personal relationships With Jupiter journeying through your spirituality zone, have the confidence to follow your intuition and listen to the wisdom of your inner voice As this week’s birthday great, Mozart, declared: “I pay no attention to anybody’s praise or blame I simply follow my own feelings ”

Gemini Expect a disappointment as the V Genus/Saturn connection derails your previous plans So prepare to be extra flexible especially involving work, education and/or travel It’s time to banish boredom and extend yourself in challenging new directions With the golden Sun and adventurous Jupiter activating your hopes-and-wishes zone, your mantra for the week is from birthday great Oprah Winfrey: “The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams ”

Cancer When it comes to a close relationship, if you look for the best in the person and work hard on your communication skills, then the partnership will improve and have a solid chance of longevity The Sun and Jupiter encourage you to avoid getting stuck in a career rut And – with proactive Mars in your humanitarian zone – it’s time to help others Be inspired by birthday great Oprah Winfrey: “If you want to feel good, you have to go out and do some good ”

Leo Courtesy of Venus and Saturn, cracks may appear in a romantic relationship or a business partnership early in the week Instead of pressing the panic button, look for sensible long-term solutions to current problems Single Lions – it s time to give superficial suitors the flick You need a mature partner who can provide stability and security in your topsy-turvy world Wednesday is the luckiest day of the week when the Sun/Jupiter link gives you a welcome boost

Virgo With Venus and Saturn activating your wellbg eing zone, it’s time to be more disciplined about your physical, mental and emotional health Can you add more nutritious foods to your diet, improve your fitness or incorporate some relaxation techniques into your daily routine? And are you up to date with your medical and dental checks? Wednesday is the best day for study, research, powering through paperwork, long dog walks and other fun outdoor activities

Libra The focus is on improving partnerships (whether of the romantic, platonic or business variety) as you manage relationships with extra tact and deft diplomacy It s also time to envision your dreams for the future formulate your goals and consolidate any travel plans you have in the pipeline But be adaptable, Libra! It’s important to realise that current situations are in a state of flux and the plans you make now may need to be altered at a later date

Scorpio It’s a good week for a domestic clean-uppand declutter as the Sun, Venus and Saturn highlight your home zone Do your best to make Casa Scorpio a cocoon of calm, away from the hustle and bustle of the busy outside world Jupiter is jumping through your work zone (until mid-May) which increases your ambitious streak and your controlling side Perhaps it’s time to boost your own performance, rather than telling everyone else what they should be doing?

Uni students in Nepal

SEVENTEENstudentsfrom FederationUniversity Australia are currently in Nepal for athree-week study tour, focussed on exploring the approaches used in the conservation of wildlife species.

Sagittarius

The planets stir up trouble (and g could reactivate an old problem) in your communication zone So someone could unsettle you by passing on scandalous second-hand news If you ’ re a smart Sagittarian then you’ll steer clear of garrulous gossip, especially online Plus avoid over-reacting when a frustrated relative or neighbour pushes your emotional buttons With Mars visiting your relationship zone, be proactive about finding better ways to interact with others

Capricorn You ve got so many serious respo pnsibilities commitments and must-do tasks that the last thing you need at the moment is financial stress But that’s what you could end up with, as Venus and Saturn stimulate your money zone Saturn (your patron planet) encourages you to be cautious and conservative in the way you spend cash, manage the weekly budget and pay off debt When it comes to finances and business matters slow and steady wins the race!

Aquarius The Sun, Venus and Saturn are in yqour sign, so you ’ re searching for innovative answers to persistent problems You ll be three times as much fun – and three times as much trouble You’re feeling adventurous and are keen to revamp an important area of your life But you may meet with some resistance, as you shake loved ones out of their comfort zones Be inspired by Aquarian actress Vanessa Redgrave: Ask the right questions if you re to find the right answers ”

Pisces Pisceans possess a talent for procrastination, which is boosted by Venus transiting into your sign on Friday If you have a passion that you want to pursue (or a decision that needs to be made) then resist being distracted by other people’s agendas Decisive action is best taken after you have considered the available options and then follow your inner voice As birthday great Oprah Winfrey observes: “Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you

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Hosted by the National Trustfor Nature Conservation (NTNC), students will focus on community conservation techniques applied to the conservationand management of species such as the Bengal Tiger and One Horned Rhinoceros in Chitwan National Park.

The students are undergraduates enrolled in either the Bachelor of Environment and ConservationScience or the Bachelor of Veterinary and Wildlife Science, and the visittoNepal allows them to see and experience an alternative approach to wildlife management to that applied in Australia.

Professor Wendy Wright and Dr Ashley Olson are leading the tour. Professor Wright is also a conservation biology and Dean, graduate studies. Dr Olson is ascholarly teaching Fellow with Federation’s Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability.

Professor Wright has been working in Nepal since 2014, and is excited to now be sharing the experience with her students.

Following the study tour, six of the 17 students will stay in Nepal for afurther three weeks to complete internships with the NTNC veterinary team, living and working with conservation and veterinary staff members.

The tour has been made possiblethanks to

funding fromthe New ColomboPlan -a signature initiativeofthe former Coalition government, which aims to lift knowledgeofthe IndoPacific in Australia by supporting Australian undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region.

It is the third time the university has offered the Nepal tour to students. Previous tours took place in January 2019 and 2020 and involved 12 and 18 participants respectively.

Professor Wright saidthis was an amazing opportunity for Federation students.

“The trip exposesthem to avery different model of wildlife and forest conservation -one that is managed and driven by local people living in communitiesadjacent to thenational park,” Professor Wright said.

“It’svery different to the approach we see in the west.

“In Nepal, many of the conservation methods reflect the fact that the people managing the process are very connected to forest areas. They rely on the forest to providefood for themselves andtheir livestock and for materials for housing.

“The trip exposes students to life in adeveloping country. Some of the participants have not previously travelled outside Australia and others may not have visited subcontinental Asia, so it is educational for them in many ways.”

ADF to help train Ukraine

AUSTRALIAN soldiers will depart Darwin thisweek to join partner nationsinthe United Kingdom, providingcriticaltrainingtoUkrainian recruits to supporttheir national defencein response to Russia’s illegal invasion.

Acontingent of up to 70 Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel will deploy as part of ADF Operation KUDU to assist with the UK-led and based training program.

The training conducted under this operation will generate additional capacity within the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and will focus on basic infantry tactics for urban and wooded environments; helping Ukrainian recruits gain the military skills needed to defend their homeland.

No ADF personnel willenter Ukraine as part of the program.

Operation KUDU demonstrates Australia’s ongoing commitment to stand withthe people of Ukraine, and continued support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

To date, Australia has providedUkraine with around $655 million in support, including$475 million in military assistance.

DeputyPrimeMinister, Richard Marles,says the federal government is committed to standing with Ukraine.

“Operation KUDU builds on Australia’s military support for Ukraine, with the previously gifted Australian-produced Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles proving their worth as highlyvaluable military vehicles,” Mr Marles said.

Minister for Defence Personnel,Matt Keogh, said our people are our greatest defence capability.

“That’s why it’s so important that our soldiers, alongsideanumberofpartnernations,willprovide essentialskills to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, supporting Ukrainetoend the conflict on its own terms,” Mr Keoghsaid.

“We are proudtosupportthe brave peopleof Ukraine and their Armed Forces.”

Abroad: Federation UniversityAustralia students studying in Nepal. photograph supplied

On the ground: Deploying to the United Kingdom in January2023,acontingent of up to 70 ADF personnel will joinpartner nations in the UK-led and based training programme forUkrainian recruits. photograph supplied

CFAdons new look into 2023

MOREthan9100CFA volunteers haveentered the new yeardonning their new CFA professional workwear, thanks to a$9million investment to produce up to 30,000 workwear sets for members across Victoria.

Victorians may have already spotted the modernised look on members at brigadeactivities, fundraising and community events, or while out working within incident management teams.

These workwear sets don’t replace CFA’s iconic yellow firefighting gear, which remains the primary Personal Protective Clothingfor CFA firefighters,but instead, offers arefreshed design that members can wear to formal events and activities.

CFA chief officer, Jason Heffernan, said the rollout of these sets is in full swing, and brigades right across the

state are beginning to wear the smart new look.

“It’s pleasing to see more and more

of our valued volunteers wearingthe newCFA workwear outfits,”hesaid.

“These comfortableand distinctive

sets are uniquelyCFA and will strengthen our members’ identity within their communities and across the emergency services sector.”

Funded by the $126 million state government CFA Capability Package, the funds will help deliver the new sets which include shirts, pants or shorts, jackets, hats and belts.

The workwear is available in both men’s and women’s fits for the comfort of all volunteers, and features CFA’s emblem and the CFA red and white checker to be uniquely CFA.

The unified rollout will also seethe CFA chief officer, deputychief officers and other staff groups proudly wearing the Patriot Blue workwear within the emergency services sector and while out in the community.

The project will continue its rollout to volunteers across Victoria throughout 2023.

Funding nowavailable for veteran facilities

THE state government is callingfor organisations to applyfor funding to commemoratethe contributions of the veteran communityorimprove facilitieswhereveterans and their familiesgather to connect.

Programs include the Victoria Remembers Program, TheRestoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour Program.

TheMinister for Veterans, Natalie Suleyman, encouragesVictorian organisations to apply for the programmes, emphasising there is still time to submit proposals.

“These programs ensure that the sacrifices of veterans are remembered and understood across our state,through new projects or by restoring important existing memorials,” Ms Suleyman said “Supportisalsoavailable forbuildingprojects thatwill ensure organisations that serve ourveterans havemodern and accessible spaces through which to do so.”

The Victoria Remembers program provides

grants of up to $30,000 for projects thatallow Victorians to commemorate the service of veterans or educate about their experiences.

Previous recipientsofthis program include Seaworks Foundation, which received funding of more than $11,000in2021tocreate anew exhibition in Williamstown educating visitors about the Navy and how significant the dockyards have been for the local area.

The project included the installation of interactive touch screens and interpretative panels, along with adisplay cabinet for navy ship models, all of which can now be viewed by visitors.

VictorianVeterans Councilchair,GregYorke AM, CSC,said the projects supported by the Victoria Remembersgrant program playan important role in building understanding about the experience of veterans and their families.

The Restoring Community War Memorials and Avenues of Honour program provide grants of up to $50,000for projects thatrestore community war

memorials, honour rolls and avenues of honour.

The City of Ballarat is amongprevious recipients of the program, receiving more than $15,000 in 2022 to restore two memorial avenues of treesknown as an Avenue of Honour -intheir region.

The Veterans Capital Works program provides up to $50,000 for projects that improve buildings and facilities for organisationsdelivering vital services to veteransand their families. These projects may include works to ensure buildings are more energy efficient, modern and accessible.

Applicationsfor thisprogram are assessed by the VictorianVeteransCouncil, an independent body that provides advice to the government on issues affecting the community.

Applications close on January 31 across three grant rounds, which are focused on supporting and honouring Victoria’s veteran community.

If you are interested to learn more about these programs or to apply for agrant,visit vic.gov.au/ grants-support-and-commemorate-veterans

Virus risk

VICTORIANS living or holidaying in northern parts of the state are being warned of a current and active risk of contractingMurray Valley encephalitis, following further detections of this virus in trapped mosquitoes in additional locations.

MurrayValley encephalitis has been detected in thelocal government areas of Loddon, Indigo and Mildura.

This follows detections reported last week in Bendigo and Mildura -which were the first detectionsofMurray Valley encephalitis in more than 10 years through mosquito surveillance programs.

“Whilethere are currently no cases in humans, these detections mean there is an imminent risk to human health, so we are urging peopleinnorthern Victoria to take immediate steps to reduce their exposure to mosquitoes,”Victoria’s deputychief health officer associate Professor Deborah Friedman said.

“Avoid being outdoors, especially at dusk and dawn, cover up with light-coloured, long-sleeved, loose-fitting clothing,regularly apply insect repellent, and get rid of water that mosquitoes breed in around your home.”

Most people infected with Murray Valley encephalitis do not have symptoms, however, in asmall number of people, alife-threatening infection can result.

If symptoms develop, theytypically start seven to 12 days after exposure, but may occur anywhere from fiveto28daysafter exposure.

Symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and muscle aches,yet in rarecases, people can develop meningitis or encephalitis andhavesymptoms of severe headache, neck stiffness, sensitivity to bright lights, drowsiness, confusion, seizures, loss of consciousness or coma.

Serious illness can result in death or longterm neurological complications.

There is no vaccine currently available for Murray Valley encephalitis virus.

Additional information about Murray Valley encephalitis and tipsonprotecting yourselffrommosquito-bornediseasesare availableathttps://www.betterhealth.vic gov.au/

Addition: Baddaginnie (near Benalla) Fire Brigade memberswearing the newworkwear photograph supplied

Look out for registration

THE Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is urging Victorians rebuilding or repairing homes damaged by the recent floods to watch out for unregistered practitioners, warning consumers to check that any builder or plumber advertising servicesisregistered and/or licensed.

The VBA’s state building surveyor, Andrew Cialini, said that it was unfortunately common for unscrupulous operators to take advantage of acrisisand offer services when they aren’t qualified to do so.

“We encourage all Victorians to check whether apractitioner they are hiringis registered and or licensed to carry out the services they are offering,” Mr Cialini said.

“In Victoria, building practitioners must be registered with the VBA to perform certain kinds of work, so do your research and ask for some key information up front, so there are no shocks later on.”

Mr Cialini said consumers should be wary of anyone offering their building or plumbing services via online marketplacesand through apps.

“With the rise of online apps and websites where anyone can advertise their services without qualifications,it’simportant to always check the credentials of anyone you hire,” he said.

“You can check whether the builder or plumber you’re looking to use is registered with the VBA and whether they’vefaced any disciplinary action.

“We want consumers to be in aposition to make informed decisions, especially where it may impact their safety and wellbeing.”

Whilesome work around aproperty canbe done yourself, if ajob requirestwo or more of these tradeskills, or if you want to undertake anyother task that exceeds the $10,000 limit, you must hire aregistered practitioner.

The VBA’sregulatory operations executive director, David Brockman, said the building and plumbing watchdog wouldbeonthe lookout for any practitioners or would-be tradies breaking the rules.

“We will not hesitate to hold practitioners to account if they don’t follow the correct steps when repairing homes or if they work unregistered or unlicensed,” Mr Brockman said.

“Protecting the Victorian community is our top priority and, while most practitioners do the right thing, asmall few doing the wrong thing damages community trust in the industry, this will not be tolerated.”

Hands-on help for pig owners

AGRICULTURE Victoria animal health and welfare staff are providing hands-on help to pig owners to develop an on-farm biosecurity plan.

Implementing an effectivebiosecurity plan is the key to reducing risks to pig health, including emergency animal diseases such as foot-andmouth disease and African swine fever.

These diseases are not present in Australia.

South-eastsenior veterinaryofficer, Dr Dianne Phillips,saida biosecurity plan helps pig owners to identify risks to the health of their pigs and the steps to take to reduce these risks.

“A biosecurity plan is an important tool pig producers can use to reduce the risk of emergency animal diseases entering their property,” Dr Phillips said.

“A biosecurity plan should address the range of potential disease pathways and highlight areas to improve biosecurity.”

Along withhelp developing a biosecurity plan,AgricultureVictoria staff will also undertake free worm testing for pig herds.

Whilethe serviceisbeingtargeted at people who have asmall or medium-sized herd, or just acouple of pigs, the team is keen to hear

from anyone with pigs, including commercial owners.

As part of the program, staff will visit theproperty to assist pigowners with setting up their biosecurity plan and undertake testing for roundworm and whipworm.

Results will be sent to the owner withinformation abouttreatments and how to manage worms.

These worms can cause illness and weight loss in pigs.

Pigs are usually infected through other pigsorpig faeces suchasoff

adirty truck or livestock transport. Dirty gear, such as feedersfromother pig properties, can also be asource of infection.

Dr Phillips said in large herds where pigs were going to slaughter, the parasite wasdetected by the abattoirs.

“We’re focussing on smaller herds because they may not have the connection with the abattoir-testing program,” she said.

The testing across the state will help Agriculture Victoria gather data about the extent of roundworm and whipworm in Victoria’s pig herds.

AgricultureVictoriaisalsoproviding support for producers affected by floods and storms.

Farmers who need support should call the Agriculture Victoria Ag RecoveryTeamon0427694 185 or email recovery@agriculture.vic. gov.au

More information is also available at agriculture.vic.gov.au/floods

To obtainhelp withdevelopinga biosecurity plan and takepartinthe free testing contact Dr Phillips at pigbiosecurity@agriculture.vic.gov.au

For moreinformation about the program, visit agriculture.vic.gov. au/livestock-and-animals/pigs

AgriFuturesappointnew chairperson

CATHY McGowan AO, hasbeen appointed chairperson of the AgriFutures Australia Board andhas already started in her new role.

The announcement of her appointment wasmade by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Mr Murray Watt.

Ms McGowan is asixth-generation farmer from north-east Victoria and has held various leadership roles of rural and regional organisations, including as presidentofAustralian Women in Agriculture Shewas awarded the Officerofthe Orderof Australia in 2004 and was elected and served in the Australian Parliament as the independent Federal Member for Indi from 2013 to 2019.

AgriFuturesAustralia managing director,John Harvey,welcomedMsMcGowan to thechair role at AgriFutures Australia.

“Ms McGowan joins AgriFuturesAustralia at an exciting time,” Mr Harvey said.

“We are six months into our new research and innovation strategic plan and have ajam-packed agenda ahead of us.

“MsMcGowan’s knowledge of agriculture, rural communities, and leadershipexperience will be invaluable as we commence this next phase of the AgriFutures Australia journey.”

Ms McGowan said she was excited to be joining the organisation and looked forward to working with the board/and team to continue to grow the long-term prosperityand sustainability of Australian rural industries.

“I hope my previous experience and understanding of the agriculture sector will add value to this unique, regionally-based research development corporation,” said Ms McGowan.

Ms McGowan replaces Mrs Kay Hull AO, who served as the AgriFutures Australia chair from 2016 to 2022.

On behalf of AgriFutures Australia, Mr Harvey thanked Mrs Hull for her outstanding dedication and service and wished her well in retirement.

“Under the guidance of Mrs Hull, AgriFutures Australia hascontinually strived to ensure the best possible futureofall our levy-payers and other stakeholders,” said Mr Harvey.

“Mrs Hull worked tirelessly,and Ithank herfor the passionand energy she boughttoAgriFutures Australia every single day.”

Further information about AgriFutures Australia is availablevia the website:https://agrifutures. com.au/

Rural projects backed

THIRTY-FOUR projects will share in more than $288,000 in federal funding through the second round of the Strengthening Rural CommunitiesRebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) Program.

The federal governmenthas partnered with Foundation for Rural &Regional Renewal (FRRR) to deliver the program, recognising the continuing impacts of COVID-19 on remote,rural andregional communities.

Under the program, community groups and not-for-profit organisations receive micro-grants of up to $10,000, or larger grants of up to $50,000, to deliver initiativesthat benefit regional, rural and remote areas recovering from the impacts of COVID-19.

Thegovernment hascommitted $5 millionfrom 2022 to 2024 to the RRC stream.

Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister,Catherine King, said the government was committed to backing regional, ruraland remote communities, which continue to face challenges from the pandemic.

“That’s why we’ve invested $5 million towards this vital program, which is already supporting someincredible community-led initiatives that are making arealdifference in theirregions,” Ms King said.

“I look forward to seeing the benefits flow from this next round of projects.”

Federal Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Minister, Kristy McBain, said the investment in FRRR’s StrengtheningRural Communities program not only helps make community-ledprojects areality, it supports local jobs and economic stimulus at a time it’s needed most.

“Previous projects to receive funding have included wellbeing workshops in South Australia’s Murray Bridge to support community resilience,

establishing anew community nursery and garden in Tasmania’s Queenstown,and mental health programs for school aged children in Victoria’s Yarra Ranges,” Ms McBain said.

“These sorts of initiatives deliver remarkable outcomes fortheir communitieswhile boosting local morale, makingfor an even bigger impact in the region.”

Afull list of grant recipients and more information about the RRC program, including future rounds, are availableathttps://frrr.org.au/blog/2023/01/18/ rural-groups-awarded-nearly-1-45-million/

Assistance: AgricultureVictoria animal health and welfarestaff are providing hands-on help to pig owners to develop an on-farmbiosecurity plan. photograph supplied

She’shired: Newchairperson of the AgriFutures Australia Board, CathyMcGowan AO photograph supplied

Leader: Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister, Catherine King photograph supplied

10, Sunday, 7 30pm

There’s an anticipation about any finale that reels in viewers, even if they ve barely dipped their toes in a series While TheBachelorsAustraliahasn’t been the big hit network bosses had been hoping for any seasoned Bachelorviewer knows that it s the finale that packs the cringe-worthy (or gobsmacking) punch While no one can probably eclipse Nick Honey Badger Cummins memorable finale chances are Felix Von Hofe Thomas Malucelli and Jed McIntoshs search for love will wrap up with a glittering flourish tonight Does dapper host Osher Günsberg have any clue what s coming? Or will the punters pick the winner?

Wednesday, January 25

ABC TV (2)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 AStargazer’s GuideToThe Cosmos. (R) 11.00 Aftermath: Beyond Black Saturday.(PG,R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Andrew Olle Media Lecture. (R) 1.45 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.45 Back Roads. (R) 3.15 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.10 Long Lost Family (PG, R)

5.00 Australian Story. (R)

5.25 HardQuiz. (PG, R)

SBS (3)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (PG, R) 9.05 Craft It Yourself 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. (M) 11.05 Great Canal Journeys. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS NewsHour 2.00 Cook Up With Adam Liaw Bitesize. (R) 2.10 The GreatHouse Revival. (R) 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.00 Who Do YouThink You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 LettersAnd Numbers. (R)

SEVEN (7,6)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 TheMorning Show. (PG) 11.30 SevenMorning News. 12.00 TheChase (R) 1.00 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 1.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 55 HobartHurricanesvBrisbane Heat. 5.00 TheChase Australia. (R) HostedbyLarry Emdur

SCOTLAND:A WILD YEAR SBS, Friday, 7.35pm

Thestories of Scotland’ssecret wild places and the unexpected animals that livethereare thesubject of this four-part series. Stretching from the Shetlands in the north to theScottish Borders in the south, each instalment focuses on how aspectacular array of wildlifesurvive through the extremes of four very different seasons in one epic year,with their lives always at the mercy of the elements. Tonight’sepisode focuses on the season of spring –breeding time formostcreatures, with its warmer weather and longerdays

NCIS:LOS ANGELES 10, Saturday, 7.30pm

This long-running spin-off of NCIS continuestobring thedrama as our tight-knitgroup of federal agents apprehend criminals who pose a threat to national security.In“Flesh and Blood”, Deeks (Eric Christian Olsen, pictured) is reminded of themostchallenging period of his life when a woman is seenfleeing the scene of herhusband’smurder.Gueststar Pamela Reed plays Deeks’mother Roberta, who’s in town to meet hernew grandchild.

MARRIEDATFIRST SIGHT

Nine, Monday, 7.30pm

As season10ofthisdrama-filled and potent inducing showbarrels onto screens tonight bad behaviour and self-centred absurdity is Probably not. Theshow’shistoryofmind-bo behaviourand out-theredevelopmentshas viewers speculating that the series is actuall crammedfull of actorsbut,this fargone viewersprobably aren’t fussed about what’s real or not.Tonight,the “social experiment” gets the ball rolling with the hens’and buck’snights, with introductions to the firsttwo of the10couples whohave been matched by experts John Aiken, Mel Schilling and AlessandraRampolla (pictured

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TEN (10, 5) NINE (9,8)

6.00 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health andlifestyle. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews,highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 10.From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Tony Jones and RozKelly

6.00 The Talk.(PGa) 7.00 Farm To Fork. (PG R) 7.30 GCBC. (R) 8.00 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 8.30 Ent. Tonight.(R) 9.00 Judge Judy (PG, R) 9.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 10.00 Studio 10.(PG) 12.00 10

NewsFirst:Midday 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. (PGal, R) 3.20 Entertainment Tonight 3.30 Judge Judy.(PG, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The BoldAnd The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

Kitchen. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by MarcFennell. 6.30 SBS WorldNews. 7.30 Sunset Ceremony. Hosted by NareldaJacobs 9.30 TokyoVice. (MA15+) As troubling details emerge about Polina’s whereabouts, Samantha risks it all for her friend’ssafe return. 10.40 SBS WorldNews Late. 11.10 Dignity. (MA15+av) 12.05 The Night Manager (Mnv,R) 1.00 ShadowLines. (Malv,R) 3.30 The LateSession.(PG,R) 4.30 Destination Flavour China.(R) 5.00 NHK World EnglishNews Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight

6.00 SevenNews. 7.00 HomeAnd Away (PGs) Leah givesKirby alifeline. 7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 56 MelbourneStars vSydney Thunder 11.00 CrimeInvestigation Australia: BabyInThe Suitcase (MA15+adv,R)Alook at the case of Khandalyce KiaraPearce 12.15 Australia’s MostAmazing Homes: Inspired Design (PG, R) 12.30[VIC]HomeShopping 1.15 RSPCA Animal Rescue (R) 2.00 HomeShopping. (R) 4.00 NBCToday. 5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 10 12.00 NewAmsterdam. (Mamv,R) Max reckons with New Amsterdam’s past. 1.00 Hello SA (PG, R) Theteamheads to Fiji 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop (R) Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop:Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)Religious program. 4.30 BondiLifeguard World Adventures: Hawaii Ocean Paddle Pt 3. (PGl) Thelifeguards tackleachallenge. 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 TheProject. Alook at the day’snews and events 7.30 TheBachelors Australia. (PGls) With the finale looming, the possibility of aproposalbecomes very real forthe bachelors. 9.25 Fire Country. (Mdv) The crewcomes under fire from an outlaw protecting his illegal marijuana plantation. 10.25 Bull (Mad, R) Izzy asks Bull for help 12.25 TheProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews and events.

1.25 TheLateShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 TheTalk. (PGa) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

(2017,PG, Mandarin) 7.15 Stolen Kisses. (1968,French) 8.55 Rosie. (2018,PG) 10.35 LookingFor Jackie Chan. (2009,M,Mandarin) 12.10pm Drunken Master. (1978,M,Cantonese) 2.15 The Extraordinary JourneyOfThe Fakir.(2018,PG) 4.05 Little Nicolas On Holiday. (2014,PG, French) 5.55 Malcolm. (1986) 7.30 Driven. (2018,M) 9.35 JackieChan’s First Strike. (1996,M) 11.40 Slate.(2020,MA15+, Korean) 1.35am The Royal Bride. (2020, M, Vietnamese) 3.45 Pride. (2014, M)

THE BACHELORS AUSTRALIA

Thursday,January 26

ABC (2)

6am Morning Programs. 10.15 News. 10.30

Back Roads. (PG, R) 11.00 HowAustralia Got

Its Mojo.(PG,R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Australia’s

Best Competition Competition. (Ml,R) 2.10

Australian Of TheYear.(R) 3.25 Heywire. (R) 4.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 4.30 NickCaveAnd

Warren Ellis At Hanging Rock. (PG, R) 5.00

Aust Story.(R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 5.55

The Drum:January 26 Special.

6.55 Governor-General’sAustralia

Day Message An address to the nation.

7.00 ABCNews. Takesalook at today’stop stories.

7.30 Australia DayLive. Concert in celebration of Australia.

9.30 MOVIE: TheLight Between Oceans. (2016,Mas, R) After awar veteran and his Australian wife find ababy drifting in arowboat,they raise the child as their own. Michael Fassbender,Alicia Vikander

11.40 ABCLate News.

11.55 Australia’s Wild Odyssey: ArteriesAnd Veins. (R)

12.55 Parkinson In Australia. (PG,R)

2.10 TheTrouble With Maggie Cole (Ml, R)

3.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 One Plus One. (R)

4.30 The Drum: January26Special. (R) 5.30 Poh’s Kitchen.(R)

SBS (3)

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.25 Struggling Songlines. (PGa) 7.55 TheSongKeepers. (R) 9.25 10 Years Of NITVNews. (R) 10.25

Occupation:Native. (PG,R) 11.30NITVNews Special:Day 26 2023 12.00 Sunset Ceremony (R) 2.00 Such WasLife.(Premiere) 2.25 Ain’t

ManyLikeLennie.(R) 2.30 WhoDoYou Think YouAre? (PG, R) 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters AndNumbers.(R) 5.30 Mastermind Aust.(R)

6.00 NITV News Special: Day 26 2023 Hosted by Natalie Ahmat.

6.30 SBS WorldNews.

7.30 MOVIE: TopEnd Wedding (2019, l, R) Awoman and her fiancé have just 10 days to findher mother before their wedding. Miranda Tapsell, Shari Sebbens.

9.20 RoyalHistory’sMyths And Secrets. (R) Lucy Worsley examines mythsaround the 1917 Russian Revolution

10 25 SBS WorldNews Late.

10.55 WarOfThe Worlds. (MA15+av,R) Catherine reachesout to Richard.

11.50 Vikings. (MA15+av,R)Ubbe learns the truth about Kjetill.

4.15 Destination Flavour China. (R)

4.45 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHKWorld English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (7,6)

6.00 Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show.(PG) 11.30 SevenMorningNews 12.00 MOVIE: TheBBQ (2018,PGal, R) 2.00 Beach Cops. (PG,R) 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG,R) 3.00 TheChase. (R) 4.00 SevenNews At 4. 5.00 TheChase Australia. (R)

6.00 SevenNews.

7.00 Home And Away (PGs)Mackenzie and Gabe startanew chapter.Ziggy and Dean getanunexpected visitor 7.30 Cricket. Women’s Twenty20 International Series. Australia vPakistan. Game 2. From Blundstone Arena, Hobart. 10.30 Ambulance:CodeRed. (Mal, R) Critical care paramedic Fayisdespatched to the scene of aserious motorbikecrash. 11.30 Dog Patrol. (PGa)A dog team pursuesa fleeingdriver. 12.00 TheGood Doctor (Ma, R) Astudent with adisorderistreated 1.00 World’sDeadliest: Perilous Pursuits. (Mal,R)Takes a look at deadly situations. [VIC]HomeShopping. 4.00 NBCToday News and current affairs. 5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise

TEN (10, 5) NINE (9, 8)

6.00 Today. Thelatest in news and current affairs.

10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. HostedbyTony Jones. 11.00 Tennis. AustralianOpen. Day11. Women’s singles semi-final. 5.00 Millionaire HotSeat. (R)

Six contestants answer multiple-choice questions that escalateincash-prizevalue.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 11. Women’s singles semi-final. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by James Bracey 12.00 NewAmsterdam. (Mamv, R) Bloom returns from holidays and surpriseseveryone with anew attitude.

1.00 Our State On APlate. (PG,R) CassandraCharlick visits adairyfarm.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) Homeshopping.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory.

(PGa)Religious program

4.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures:Hawaii

Ocean Paddle Pt 4. (PGl,R) The lifeguardstackle achallenge. 5.00 NewsEarly Edition.

5.30 Today. The latestinnews and current affairs.

6.00 Sunset Ceremony 8.00 Everyday

GourmetWith Justine Schofield. (R) 8.30 Entertainment Tonight. (R) 9.00 Judge Judy (PG, R) 9.30 The BoldAnd The Beautiful. (PG, R) 10.00 Studio 10.(PG) 12.00 10 NewsFirst: Midday 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGadl, R) 2.00 The Bachelors Australia. (PGls, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The BoldAnd TheBeautiful.(PGv) 5.00 10 NewsFirst.

6.30 TheProject Thehosts and guestpanellists takealook at the day’snews, events and hot topics.

7.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) In Brisbane, abystandercallsina crash in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD involving amotorcyclist and taxi.

8.30 Law& Order:SVU (Mav) Benson tries to help apop star in avolatile relationship.Rollins struggles with taking the stress of work home withher.Fin teachesrookie Grace Muncya lesson aboutrespecting fellow officers.

10.30 NCIS: LosAngeles. (Ma, R) Aiden Hanna’s plane crashes.

11.30 TheProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews and events

12.30 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show

1.30 Home Shopping (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC COMEDY (22)

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.30pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI 8.30 Penn &Teller: Fool Us. 9.10 Gruen. 9.50 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL 10.20 Doctor Who. 11.10 Would ILie To You? 11.45 LiveAtThe Apollo 12.30am LouisTheroux: Gambling In Las Vegas. 1.30 Friday Night Dinner 1.55 Everything’sGonna Be Okay 2.15 ABC NewsUpdate. 2.20 Close. 5.05 TikTak. 5.10 Clangers. 5.20 Late Programs.

6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon VICE. 1.40 LeeLin

NITV (34)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. Noon SunsetCeremony 2.00 MOVIE: Putuparri And TheRainmakers. (2015, PG) 3.45 Ningla A-Na. 5.00 Ganbu Gulin: One Mob 5.30 Going Places. 6.00 NITV News Special: Day 26 6.30 Going Places. 7.30 MOVIE: TopEnd Wedding. (2019) 9.20 Looky Looky Here Comes Cooky 10.20 From The Heart Of Our Nation: ACelebration. 1.20am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.30 The Movie Show 10.00 The Big Boss. (1971,M,Cantonese) Noon Drunken MasterII. (1994,M,Cantonese) 1.55 Mon Oncle. (1958, French) 4.05 The Kid From The Big Apple 2. (2017, PG, Mandarin) 6.15 Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002,PG) 7.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009,PG) 9.30 Bleeding Steel. (2017, MA15+, Cantonese) 11.30 Late Programs.

7TWO (72, 62)

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Emmerdale 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Escape To The Country 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Medical Emergency. 4.00 SurfPatrol. 4.30 BetterHomes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Kavanagh QC. 10.15 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon HighwayPatrol 1.00 Surveillance Oz. 2.00 Irish Pickers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator 3.30 Scrap Kings. 4.30 Demolition NZ. 5.30 American Restoration. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Cricket. Women’s Twenty20 International Series. Australia vPakistan. Game 2. 7.30 Pawn Stars. 8.30 MOVIE: The Fugitive.(1993 M) 11.15 Late Programs.

9GEM (92,81)

6am TV Shop 7.00 Creflo 7.30 TV Shop 10.30 Seaway 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The YoungAnd The Restless. 1.00 Full Bloom. 2.00 Explore. 2.10 AntiquesRoadshow 2.40 MOVIE: Silver Bears. (1978, PG) 5.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 5.30 Murder,She Wrote. 6.30 AntiquesRoadshow 7.30 Grantchester 8.40 Poirot. 10.50 London Kills. Midnight Late Programs.

9GO! (93, 82)

6am Children’s Programs. Noon Filthy House SOS. 1.00 I’mHaving Their Baby 2.00 Full House 3.00 TheNanny 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show 4.30 Raymond 5.30 TheNanny 6.00 3rd Rock 6.30 That ’70s Show 7.00 YoungSheldon. 7.30 MOVIE: Along Came Polly.(2004,M) 9.15 MOVIE: IdentityThief.(2013 MA15+) 11.30 Young Sheldon. Midnight Married To Medicine LosAngeles. 1.00 Late Programs.

6am The LateShow With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Becker 9.00 The KingOfQueens 10.00 Friends. 10.30

10 PEACH (11, 52)

TheMiddle. Noon TheBig Bang Theory 1.00 Frasier 2.00 Becker 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker 5.00 Frasier 6.00 Friends. 8.00 TheBig BangTheory. 9.30 Seinfeld. 11.00 Frasier Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs.

6am Shopping. 8.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 8.30 AustraliaBy Design: Architecture. 9.00 Escape Fishing. 9.30 IFish 10.00 The Love Boat 11.00 ST:Next Gen. Noon MacGyver. 2.00 Diagnosis Murder 3.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. 3.30 The Love Boat 4.30 ST: Next Gen. 5.30 JAG 6.30 Scorpion. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.30 NCIS: NewOrleans. 10.30 SEAL Team. 11.30 Late Programs.

10 BOLD (12, 53)

WorldNews 7.35 Scotland: AWild Year: Spring Part 1of4 8.30 Inside Central Station: T4 Line. (PG, R) It is almost Christmas and the staff areworking around the clock to keep trains on track and on schedule. 9.25 Undeniable:The Truth To Remember Follows fiveHolocaust survivors who share their harrowing stories with adiverse group of students. 10.20 SBS World NewsLate. 10.50 Gomorrah. (MA15+v,R) 1.45 TheKimberley Cruise: TheFull Journey. (R) 4.35 Bamay.(R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 TheMorning Show.(PG) 11.30 SevenMorning News. 12.00 MOVIE: TheIncredible Burt Wonderstone. (2013 PGdlsv, R) Steve Carell, Jim Carrey,Steve Buscemi. 2.00 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 2.30 Border Security:International. (PG, R) 3.00 TheChase. (R) 4.00 SevenNews At 4. 5.00 TheChase Australia. (R)

6.00 SevenNews. 7.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 MOVIE: TheBook Of Eli. (2010,MA15+v, R) In apost-apocalyptic future, aloneman fightshis wayacross the US to protectasacred book that he believesholds the secrets to saving humankind. DenzelWashington, Gary Oldman, MilaKunis.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 7.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 12. Men’s singles semi-final. From Melbourne

Park. Hosted by James Bracey

7.30

9.30

11.00

(R) 6.30

12.00 TheLate ShowWithStephen Colbert (PG) Late-night talk show 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

7MATE (73, 64)

9GO! (93, 82)

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6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon VICE 12.35 Figure Skating. ISUWorld C’ships. Ice Gala. 1.45 Cook Up Bitesize. 1.50 Why Does Everyone Hate The English? 2.45 Counter Space 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 JoyOf Painting 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.25 TheDangerous Rise Of AndrewTate. 10.20 Late Programs. SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Hard Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE: IStill Know What YouDid Last Summer.(1998,MA15+) 10.15 Doctor Who 11.00 Death In Paradise Midnight KillingEve 12.45 The Trip To Greece. 1.10 ABC News Update. 1.15 Close. 5.05 TikTak. 5.10 Clangers. 5.20 Buddi. 5.25 Miffy’s AdventuresBig And Small. 5.35 Late Programs. ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Bran NueDae. (2009,PG) 7.30 Asterix:The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014, PG, French) 9.05 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 10.45 TheRoyal Bride. (2020, M, Vietnamese) 12.55pm Driven. (2018, M) 3.00 Malcolm. (1986) 4.35 Between Worlds. (2016,PG, Hebrew) 6.10 FiveFlights Up.(2014,PG) 7.50 The Importance Of BeingEarnest. (2002) 9.30 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017) 11.30 Late Programs. SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.45pm Niminjarra. 2.00 ShortlandSt. 2.30 The Cook Up 3.00 Jarjums 3.55 Tales Of The Moana. 4.00 The Untold Tales Of Tuteremoana. 4.30 Jarjums. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 NITVNews: Nula. 6.00 Bamay 6.40 Land Of Primates. 7.30 MOVIE: EmuRunner.(2018,PG) 9.10 FirstNations Bedtime Stories. 9.20 Going PlacesWithErnieDingo 10.20 The Song Keepers. 11.50 Late Programs. NITV (34) 6am Shopping. 8.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 8.30 AustraliaBy Design: Architecture. 9.00 Escape Fishing. 9.30 IFish 10.00 The Love Boat 11.00 ST:Next Gen. Noon MacGyver. 2.00 Diagnosis Murder 3.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. 3.30 The Love Boat 4.30 ST: Next Gen. 5.30 JAG 6.30 Scorpion. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: LosAngeles. 10.20 Evil 11.15 Late Programs. 10 BOLD (12, 53) 6am The LateShow With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 NBL Slam. 7.30 Seinfeld. 9.00 Becker 10.00 TheMiddle. 11.30 The King Of Queens 12.30pm Frasier. 1.30 Seinfeld. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker 5.00 Frasier 6.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big BangTheory. 9.30 TwoAnd AHalf Men. 10 30 NancyDrew. 11.30 Frasier Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs. 10 PEACH (11, 52) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Emmerdale 12.30 Coronation Street. 1.00 Escape To The Country 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Medical Emergency. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better HomesAnd Gardens Summer 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Australia’s BigBackyards. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am TV Shop: Home Shopping. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Seaway 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The YoungAnd The Restless. 1.00 Full Bloom. 2.00 The Baron. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow 3.40 MOVIE: The Big Job. (1965) 5.30 Murder,She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow 7.30 Queens Of Mystery 8.30 MOVIE: RobRoy.(1995,M) 11.20 Late Programs. 9GEM (92,81) 7TWO (72, 62) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Rich Kids Go Skint 1.00 I’mHaving Their Baby 2.00 Full House 3.00 TheNanny 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 TheNanny 6.00 MOVIE: Earth To Echo.(2014,PG) 7.45 MOVIE: Madagascar.(2005,PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Last Vegas.

(2013,M)

Saturday, January 28

ABC TV (2)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 WeekendBreakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG)

12.00 ABCNewsAtNoon.

12.30 Endeavour (Mav,R)

2.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R) 3.30 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures. (PG,R)Part 1of3

4.15 Australia DayLive. (R) Concert in celebration of Australia.

6.30 Better Date Than Never. (PG, R)Follows adiverse group of singles seeking love

7.00 ABCNews. Takesalook at today’stop stories.

7.30 CallThe Midwife. (PG) Sister Hilda and Dr Turner support ayoung father with alung condition.

8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav,R) Barnaby and Winter investigate whenthe annual Midsomer Scarecrow Festival in the village of Little Uptontakes agrisly turn after bodiesbegin appearing on poles alongside their straw creations.

10.00 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) Cassie and Sunny interview the suspects.

10.50 ALifeInTen Pictures: Muhammad Ali. (PG, R) Explores thelife of Muhammad Ali.

11.45 Rage (MA15+adhlnsv) King Stingray play musicvideos.

SBS (3)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Blue WaterSafari.

10.10 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.05 Paul O’Grady ForThe Love Of Animals. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Destination Flavour ChinaBitesize.(R) 2.15 Pluto: Back From TheDead. (R) 3.25 Happy BirthdayHubble. (PG, R) 4.35 Secret Scotland.(R) 5.30 WWII Battles ForEurope. (PGaw,R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 ChrisTarrant’sExtreme Railway Journeys: Crossing TheEmerald Isle. (PGa, R) Part 3of4.Chris Tarrant sets out to visit all four corners of Ireland in just sixdaysonits ageingrailway network.

8.30 TheQueen At War. (PGa,R) Takesa look at the impact Queen Elizabeth II’sexperiencesduringWorld WarIIhad on her development.

9.30 Britain By Beach. (PGn, R) Part 3 of 4. Presenter Anita Rani travels across the picturesque east coastofScotland.

10.25 GreatEscapesWithMorgan Freeman: Conquering TheWall. (Ma, R) Exploresreal-life prison breaks.

11.15 TheResponder. (Madl, R) Acop triestohelpayoung addict.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.

SEVEN (7,6)

6.00 NBCToday [VIC]HomeShopping. 7.00 WeekendSunrise. 10.00 TheMorning Show.(PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Expressway Stakes Raceday,Summer at the Valley andSunshine Coast CupDay 5.00 SevenNewsAt5 5.30 Border Security:Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 SevenNews.

7.00 To Be Advised

11.00 MOVIE: Grown Ups (2010,PGls, R) After their high-school basketball coach passes away,five former friendsand teammates are reunited forthe first time in decades for his funeral and the subsequent Fourth of July holiday weekend. Adam Sandler,David Spade, ChrisRock.

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Greg Grainger and the team head to Winton, Queensland, along theway taking a look at the Waltzing Matilda legend.

1.30[VIC]HomeShopping.

4.00 GetArty. (R) Artistscomplete art projects to encourage kids of all ages to get creative.

5.00 My Greek Odyssey: Symi AndAlimia (PG, R) Peter Maneas continueshis time on Symi before heading Alimia, one of the nearby islands.

TEN (10, 5) NINE (9, 8)

6.00 DriveTV. (R) 6.30 Bondi Lifeguard

World Adventures. (PGl, R) 7.00 Weekend

Today 10.00 Today Extra Summer.(PG) 12.00 Cybershack. (PG) 12.30 BondiVet (PGm, R) 1.30 Mr Mayor.(PGa, R) 2.00

Explore. (R) 2.15 MOVIE: Yours, Mine And Ours. (2005,PGl, R) 4.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show 5.00 News:First At Five 5.30 CountryHouse Hunters Australia. (R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

6.30 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

7.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 13 Women’s singles final. From Melbourne Park.Hosted by JamesBracey 12.00 NewAmsterdam. (Mamv, R) Sharpe offers help to areluctant Mina, and Max is faced with a tough decision aboutLuna.

1.00 Family Law. (Ma, R) Adivorcéeneeds help

2.00 TheIncredibleJourney Presents. (PGa) Religious program.

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop (R) Homeshopping. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG) Acelebration of people and organisations

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Exploring Off The Grid. (PGl, R) 8.30 What’sUpDown

Under.(R) 9.00 PlanetShapers. (R) 9.30 GCBC.(R) 10.00 St10. (PG) 12.00 Beyond

TheFire: Resilience. (PGa) 1.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) 1.30 All 4Adventure. (PGl, R) 2.30 PlanetShapers. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under 3.30 Cook It With Luke.(R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (R) 4.30 Taste OfAust. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) Thelifeguards are feeling the pressure.

6.30 Jamie Oliver: Together Jamie prepares aslow-cooked pork belly,servedinhandmade tacos with roastedpineapple and pepper sauce.

7.30 NCIS: LosAngeles. (Mav) TheNCIS team investigateswhenawoman is seen fleeing the scene of her husband’smurder

8.30 FBI: International. (Masv)The Fly Team heads to the Czech Republic in pursuit of theco-founder of an illegal adults-only website when his business partner is murdered in Prague. Kellett struggles with herpersonal relationships.

10.30 NCIS. (Mv,R)Two bodies are found in aforest.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30[VIC]Infomercials.(PG,R) 4.00[VIC]HomeShopping.(R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 6.30pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 8.15 Live At The Apollo 9.00 RussellHoward Stands Up To TheWorld. 9.45 The Set. 10.20 Doctor Who. 11.10 Would ILie To You? 11.40 Bliss. 12.10am Wreck. 12.55 Fleabag. 1.20 QI. 1.50 ABC News Update. 1.55 Close. 5.05 TikTak. 5.10 Clangers. 5.20 Buddi. 5.25 Miffy’s Adventures Big And Small. 5.35 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 MOVIE: Emu Runner.(2018,PG) 11.40 Going Places. 12.40pm Land Of Primates. 1.30 From The HeartOfOur Nation: ACelebration. 4.30 Songlines On Screen. 4.50 Intune08. 5.50 Going Native. 6.20 KriolKitchen 6.50 News. 7.00 Family Rules. 7.30 Call Of TheBaby Beluga. 8.30 MOVIE: Ghost Dog: The WayOfThe Samurai. (1999,MA15+) 10.30 Milpirri: Winds Of Change. 11.30 Late Programs.

Sunday, January29

SBS

6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon

DaveGorman: Terms AndConditions Apply 12.55 American Song Contest. 2.35 WorldWatch. 4.35 Mastermind Aust. 5.35 Dynamo: Magician Impossible 6.30 Adam Eats The 80s. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 The Last Overland: Singapore To London. 9.25 The Story Of.(Premiere) 10.45 HighSociety 11.40 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Rabbit-Proof Fence. Continued. (2002, PG) 7.15 Kung Fu Yoga.(2017) 9.15 FiveFlights Up.(2014 PG) 10.55 Perfect 10.(2019,M) 12.30pm Detective Chinatown 3. (2021, M) 3.00 Bran Nue Dae. (2009 PG) 4.35 Beauty And The Beast. (2014, PG, French) 6.40 Weekend At Bernie’s.(1989,PG) 8.30 The Comeback Trail. (2020) 10.25 Room In Rome. (2010, MA15+) 12.25am Late Programs.

7TWO (72, 62)

6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Australia’s Big Backyards. 2.00 Escape To The Country 5.00 Horse Racing ExpresswayStakes Raceday,Summer at the Valleyand Sunshine CoastCup Day. 6.00 Border Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 EscapeTo The Country 9.30 EscapeToThe Perfect Town. 10.30 Penelope Keith’sHidden Villages. 11.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (73, 64)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 GoRV 11.30 Australia ReDiscovered. Noon Cycling. CadelEvans Great Ocean Road Race. Elite Women’s 4.30 American Restoration. 5.00 Leepu And Pitbull. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 6.30 Building Giants. 7.30 AirCrash Investigation. 8.30 MOVIE: Unhinged. (2020, MA15+) 10.20 MOVIE: WarOn Everyone. (2016,MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.

6am Turning Point. 6.30 TV Shop 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 TV Shop 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 TV Shop 10.00 MOVIE: Assassin ForHire.(1951, PG) 11.25 MOVIE: Pool Of London. (1951, PG) 1.10pm MOVIE: TheSmall Voice. (1948,PG) 2.55 MOVIE: DuelInThe Jungle. (1954, PG) 5.00 MOVIE: The Unforgiven.(1960, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: My Fair Lady. (1964) 11.00 Late Programs.

9GEM (92,81)

6am The LateShow

With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 The KingOfQueens 8.00 Frasier 9.00 Becker 10.00 Friends. 10.50

The Bachelors Australia 4.30pm Friends. 6.00

The Big Bang Theory 10.15 Friends. 12.15am Home Shopping. 1.45 The LateShow With Stephen Colbert. 2.40 Charmed. 3.35 NancyDrew 4.30 Home Shopping.

9GO! (93, 82)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm MOVIE: Barbie Mermaid Power.(2022, PG) 2.50 Raymond. 3.20 MOVIE: Waiting ForThe Light. (1990,PG) 5.15 About ABoy 5.45 MOVIE: Aliens In The Attic. (2009, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Blended. (2014, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Hall Pass.(2011, MA15+) Midnight Manifest. 2.00 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance Championship.End of season review.Highlights. 3.00 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 The Love Boat 11.00 All 4Adventure. Noon What’sUpDown Under 12.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 1.00 4x4Adventures. 2.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. 2.30 Escape Fishing. 3.00 ST:NextGen. 4.00 Scorpion. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Soccer.A-League Men. Matchweek 14.Central Coast MarinersvWestern Sydney Wanderers 10.15 MacGyver 11.10 Late Programs.

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Antiques Roadshow. Hosted by Fiona Bruce.

6am

Morning Programs. 2.25pm The South Sydney Story 2.55

TEN (10, 5) NINE (9,8) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 WeekendBreakfast. 10.00 Offsiders:Summer Series. 10.30 The World This Week.(R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline: Summer Series. (R) 1.10 Monty Don’s AdriaticGardens. (R) 2.15 Call TheMidwife.(PG, R) 3.15 Victoria. (PG, R) 4.00 DesigningALegacy.(PG, R) 5.00 Australia’s Wild Odyssey.(R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Blue Water Safari. (PG) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 12.00 APAC Weekly 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGa, R) 3.10 The Architecture Of Ra. (PGalw,R) 4.40 Secrets Of The TowerOfLondon. (PGa, R) 5.30 WWII Battles ForEurope. (PGaw,R)

SEVEN (7,6)

6.00 NBCToday [VIC]HomeShopping. 7.00 WeekendSunrise. 10.00 TheMorning Show:Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under.H’lights. 1.00 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 1.30 Cricket. Women’s Twenty20 International Series. Australiav Pakistan. Game 3. From Manuka Oval, Canberra. 5.00 SevenNewsAt5 5.30 Border Security:Australia’s Front Line. (PG,R)

Burns: Silence Of The Land (PGa, R) Takesa look at the 2019-20 bushfireseason, one of the worst on record. 10.50 Looking ForLife On Mars. (R) Follows NASA’s Mars 2020 mission. 11.55 24 Hours In Emergency: Great Expectations. (Ma, R) 12.50 Uranium: Twisting The Dragon’s Tail. (PGa, R) 3.40 DestinationFlavour China. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World EnglishNewsMorning. 5.15 France 24 Feature 5.30 Al JazeeraNews.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6.00 SevenNews. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. The Knockout. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. (R) Amusical edition of the show. 12.00 TheGood Doctor (Ma, R) Shaun reacts to an emotional situation. 1.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue. (R) An orphanedkitten is pulled to safety. [VIC]HomeShopping.(R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) HostedbySimonReeve 4.00 NBCToday News and current affairs. 5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 DriveTV. (R) 6.30 Bondi Lifeguard World Adventures. (PG,R) 7.00 Weekend Today 10.00 SurfBoats. 11.00 Take Me Home. (PG, R) 12.00 Arctic Vets. (PG, R) 12.30 Great Barrier Reef:ALiving Treasure. (PG, R) 1.30 Kia DylanAlcottSpecial. 2.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show 3.00 Tennis. Australian Open.Day 14 5.00 News: First At Five 5.30 Territory Cops. (PGadn,R)

6.00 Nine News Sunday. 6.30 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 7.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 14.Men’s final. From Melbourne Park.Hosted by JamesBracey 12.00 NewAmsterdam. (Mamv, R) Reynolds receives adramatic offer 1.00 Kia Dylan Alcott Special. (R) A DriveTVspecial. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory. (PGa) Religiousprogram. 4.30 Take Two. (R)Homeshopping. 5.00 News EarlyEdition. 5.30 Today.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Joel Osteen [VIC]Tomorrow’sWorld.(PGa,R) 8.00 Luca’s KeyIngredient. (R) 8.30 Freshly Picked. (R) 9.00 GCBC.(R) 9.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 10.00 St10.(PG) 12.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PGls, R) 2.00 Waltzing Jimeoin. (PGal, R) 2.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 3.00 4x4 Adventures. 4.00 All 4Adventure. 5.00 News.

6.30 TheSundayProject. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 7.30 TheBachelors Australia. (Final, PGls) Jed, Felix and Thomas havedecided whothey want to face their happily ever after with. 9.10 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) When a paniolo,alocal cowboy, is shot and wounded while riding hishorse, Tennant and her team must gain thetrustof the paniolo community to helpfind the culprit and protect their life.

10 PEACH (11, 52)

6am Friends. 7.30 The Middle. 9.00 TheBig Bang Theory 11.00 Friends. 1pm TwoAnd AHalf Men. 2.00 Basketball. NBL Round 17.Tasmania JackJumpers vPerth Wildcats 4.00 Basketball. NBL.Round 17.Sydney Kings v South East Melbourne Phoenix. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory 9.00 Friends. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 NancyDrew 2.30 Charmed. 3.30 TwoAnd A Half Men. 4.30 Home Shopping.

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FiveFlights Up.(2014, PG) 8.25 Between Worlds. (2016,PG, Hebrew) 10.00 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (2002) 11.40 Cairo Time. (2009, M) 1.20pm Family.(2018,M) 2.55 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017,PG) 4.55 My Brilliant Career (1979) 6.50 Footy Legends. (2006,PG) 8.30 Top EndWedding. (2019, M) 10.40 Late Programs.

Late Programs.

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AntiquesRoadshow.(R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Vera.(Ma, R) 2.40 Back Roads. (R)

4.10 Long Lost Family (PG, R)

5.00 Australian Story. (R)

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 TheDrum.

7.00 ABCNews.

7.30 7.30 Presented by SarahFerguson.

8.00 Back Roads: OrdRiver, Western Australia. (PG) Presented by RaeJohnston.

8.30 Four Corners. (Return)

Investigativejournalism program exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, firing debate and confronting taboos.

9.15 Media Watch (Return, PG) Paul Barry takes alook at the latest issues affecting media consumers.

9.35 Q+A. (Return) Public affairs program. 10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 TheBusiness (R)

11.10 Midsomer Murders. (Mav,R) 12.40 Father Brown. (PG,R)

1.25 The Trouble With Maggie Cole. (PG, R)

2.15 Rage.(MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 One Plus

One. (R) 4.30 The Drum.(R) 5.30 7.30.(R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Cook Up Bitesize. (PG, R) 9.15 CraftItYourself.(PG) 10.15

Beyond The Beaten Path. (M) 11.10 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 12.05 WorldWatch. 2.00

Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 2.05 The Great House Revival. (PG, R) 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest

Railway Journeys.(PG, R) 4.00 Who Do You

Think YouAre? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy!(PG, R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS WorldNews.

7.30 DarceyBussell’sRoyal Roadtrip: London AndThe South-East. (PG)Part2 of 4.

8.30 Heritage Rescue:Boston Manor (PG) Presenter Nick Knowles follows the restorationofone of West London’s hidden gems, Boston Manor

9.25 SecretsOfPlayboy:The Big PlayboyLie. (MA15+) Playmates recount howwomen modelledfor the magazine becausethey believed it would be alucrativecareer

10.15 SBSWorld NewsLate

10.45 Partisan. (Maln)

11.45 Shadowplay. (Malv,R)

4.00 Mastermind Australia.(R) 5.00 NHK World EnglishNews Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight

SEVEN

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 SevenMorning News. 12.00 MOVIE: The SweetestHeart. (2018,G,R)Chris McNally,Julie Gonzalo, Tammy Gillis. 2.15 MotorbikeCops. (PG, R) 2.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 3.00 TheChase. 4.00 SevenNews At 4. 5.00 TheChase Australia.

6.00 SevenNews.

7.00 Home AndAway. (PGav)

7.30 Australian Idol. (Return, PGls) Anationwidesearch fora singing superstar,determined through aseriesofperformances.

9.15 BelowDeckDownUnder (Mls, R) Followsacharter crew aboard the M/Y Thalassaoperating in the Whitsundays and GreatBarrier Reef 11.15 Busted In Bangkok. (MA15+ans, R) FollowsThailand’stourist police as they deal with adrunk Brit who started afight over arestaurant bill.

12.15 MOVIE: Outback. (2019, Mal, R) Acouple become stranded in the outback. Lauren Lofberg, TaylorWiese 12.30[VIC]HomeShopping.(R) 4.00 NBCToday News and current affairs. 5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Today. 9.00 TodayExtra.(PG) 11.30

(7,6) TEN (10, 5) NINE (9, 8) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 11.00

Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Uptown

Girls. (2003, PGl, R) Brittany Murphy,Dakota

Fanning, Heather Locklear 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30[VIC]MillionaireHotSeat 5.00 MillionaireHot Seat 5.30[VIC]WINNews.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 ACurrent Affair

7.30 MarriedAtFirstSight (Return, Mls) The socialexperimentbegins with the hen’s and buck’s night,beforethe first twoof the 10 coupleswho havebeenmatched by the experts walk down the aisle and meet their partners for the first time.

9.30 HarryAnd Meghan: The Great Divide. (PGa) Takesalookat the great divide forming betweenHarry and Meghan and the Royal family 10.30 Nine News Late.

11.00 TheEqualizer (MA15+v,R) 11.50 AlmostFamily (Mas) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, 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 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today

6.00 The Talk.(PGa) 7.00 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 7.30 GCBC. (R) 8.00 EverydayGourmet (R) 8.30 Ent. Tonight. (R) 9.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 9.30 Bold. (PG, R) 10.00 Studio 10 (PG) 12.00 10 News First:Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 2.00 The Bachelors Aust. (PGls, R) 3.40 Entertainment Tonight 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The Bold And TheBeautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.30 TheProject Thehosts and guest panelliststakea look at the day’snews, events and hot topics.

7.30 Australian Survivor (Return) Returning players and new faces battle it out on the beachesofSamoa.

9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav) When acelebritychild psychiatrist is kidnapped by the son of aformer client,the team races to track down the perpetrator and learn what really happened to him and why he has gone to such extremes.

11.30 TheProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews and events.

12.30 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 6.30pm Spicks And Specks. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef 8.30 Long Lost Family 9.15 George Clarke’sAmazing Spaces. 10.05 Australia Remastered. 11.00 Louis Theroux: African Hunting Holiday Midnight Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.25 Veneno 1.10 ABC NewsUpdate 1.15 Close 5.05 Tik Tak. 5.10 Clangers. 5.20 Buddi. 5.25 Late

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6am WorldWatch.

6.50 The77Percent. 7.20 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St 11.00 The Movie Show. Noon Party Of Five 1.35 The Employables. 2.35 Devoured. 3.25 Counter Space. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St 5.45 JoyOfPainting. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8Out Of 10 Cats 8.30 Taskmaster 10.20 The Dangerous Rise Of Andrew Tate 11.15 Late Programs.

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6am MorningPrograms.

8.30 Million DollarMinute. 9.30 NBC Today 10.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer Noon Emmerdale. 12.30 Coronation Street 1.00 Air Crash Investigation 2.00 Weekender 2.30 Million DollarMinute 3.30 Medical Emergency. 4.00 Surf Patrol. 4.30 BetterHomes. 5.30 EscapeToThe Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.35 DocMartin. 8.35 Inspector Morse. 10.55 Late Programs.

9GEM (92, 81)

6am TV Shop 7.00 Creflo

7.30 TV Shop 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Seaway 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The YoungAnd The Restless. 1.00 Full Bloom. 2.00 Antiques Roadshow 2.30 MOVIE: SanDemetrio London. (1943,PG) 4.30 Secrets Of TheNational Trust. 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 Late Programs.

10 PEACH (11, 52)

6am Friends. 8.00

TheBig BangTheory. 9.30 TheMiddle. 10.30 Friends. 1pm Charmed. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker 5.00 Frasier 6.00 Friends. 8.00

TheBig BangTheory 9.30 Seinfeld. 11.00 Frasier Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Becker 2.30 The Late Late Show With JamesCorden. 3.30 TheKing Of Queens. 4.30 HomeShopping.

7MATE (73, 64) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Spirit Talker 2.00 Shortland St 2.30 The Cook Up 3.00 Jarjums 3.55 Tales Of The Moana. 4.00 Jarjums. 4.30 SpartakusAnd The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 APTN National News. 6.00 Bamay 6.30 News. 6.40 Land Of Primates. 7.30 TheBlindingOfIsaac Woodard. 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.05 Totem And Ore. 10.50 Late Programs.

6am

Footy Legends. (2006,PG) 7.40 Beauty AndThe Beast. (2014,PG, French) 9.45 The MovieShow. 10.15 JackieChan’sFirst Strike.(1996,M) 12.20pm The Comeback Trail. (2020,M) 2.15 WalkingOn Sunshine. (2014, PG) 4.05 ModernTimes. (1936 No dialogue) 5.40 RBG.(2018, PG) 7.30 Dear White People. (2014, M) 9.30 The Big Blue. (1988,M French) 12.35am Late Programs.

6am Sound FX: Best Of 6.55 NFL.NFC Championship Game 10.30 NFL nAFCChampionship Game 2pm Armchair Experts: NFL Edition. 3.00 Wheelburn. 3.30 RidesDown Under: Workshop Wars 4.30 Irish Pickers. 5.30 American Restoration. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 2023 Australia Cricket Awards. 9.15 MOVIE: Mad Max2:The Road Warrior. (1981, MA15+) 11.20 Late Programs.

9GO! (93, 82)

Noon Motor Racing. Formula EWorld C’ship Diriyah e-Prix. 1.00 I’mHaving Their Baby 2.00 Full House 3.00 TheNanny 3.30 Raymond. 5.30 TheNanny 6.00 3rd Rock 6.30 That ’70s Show 7.00 YoungSheldon 7.30 RBT. 8.30 MOVIE: Inside Man. (2006,MA15+) 11.00 Young Sheldon. 11.30 Raymond. Midnight Dr 90210 1.00 Vanderpump Rules. 2.00 Full House. 3.00 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping 8.00 AustraliaByDesign: Innovations. 8.30 Australia By Design: Architecture. 9.00 Escape Fishing With ET 9.30 iFish. 10.00 RoadsLess Travelled. 10.30 JAG 12.30pm MacGyver 1.30 Diagnosis Murder. 3.30 The Love Boat 4.30 Star Trek:The NextGeneration. 5.30 JAG 6.30 Scorpion. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS 10.20 In TheDark. 11.15 Late Programs.

SBS WorldNews

Who Do YouThink YouAre?US: BrookeShields. (PG) Brooke Shields embarksonajourney to discoverwhich side of her family she identifieswith.

U.S. AndThe Holocaust: Yearning To Breathe Free (M) Part 2of3.Americans are united in their disapprovalofNazibrutality but remain divided overwhat to do 11.00 SBSWorld News Late. 11.30 Cheyenne &Lola. (MA15+lv) 12.35 Unit One. (MA15+al, R) 4.10 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World EnglishNewsMorning 5.30 ANC Philippines TheWorld Tonight.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 ACurrentAffair 7.30 MarriedAtFirst Sight. (Mls) The next twocouples walk down theaisle. 9.05 MOVIE: TheCastle. (1997, Ml, R) The happy existenceofaman and his family is disrupted when they are told theymustleavetheir home Michael Caton, Sophie Lee. 10.50 Nine News Late. 11.20 La Brea. (Mv,R) 12.10 Law&Order:Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 1.00

TheGarden Gurus Best Of 1.20 He Said/She Said. (Ma)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Australian Survivor Thecastawayswillstop at nothing to make it through another night

NCIS. (Mv,R)Gibbs and Fornell’s crusade to find the head of the drug ringresponsible for Fornell’sdaughter’s overdose comes to aclimax. The team is finally letinona case by Gibbs and Vance that has dangerousimplications.

CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show

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Box-office buzz

HORROR-COMEDY film M3GAN is generating plenty of buzz at the box-office.Our resident film buffs StefanBradley and Tom Parry went to discover if it’s worth the hype.

SB: M3GAN covers alot of bases -it’s part horror, thriller, sciencefiction and black comedy…

TP: Yes, and there’snoshortage of dark satire in there. The film follows Gemma (Allison Williams), arobotic engineer who works for atoy company, as she struggles to comfort her niece,Cady(Violet McGraw) following atragic accident. To cheer Cady up, Gemmaintroduces her to aModel 3Generative Android, named “M3GAN”, to act as afriend and companion.

SB: Theproblem is though, M3GANispowered by artificial intelligence, and takes her role of protecting Cady far too seriously. To get straight into it, this is agreat movie. It was under two hours long…

TP: One hour and forty minutes, to be exact.

SB: It did exactly what it needed to do and did it well. What did you make of M3GAN, Tom?

TP: Iamless enthused than you are. I’m coming at it from aslightly different perspective, because I enjoyed the film for its campiness. It excelled when it was being silly, but when it tried being scary or terrifying, it didn’t work as well. Imean, there was atinybit of me who thought it was somewhat frightening, but for the most part I found it to be pretty tame -Ithought The Invitation (2022) was scarier than this!

SB: Scarier than The Invitation?! I havetodisagree. Ithought M3GAN blurred the lines between comedy and horror quite well for an M-rated film, which leads me to ask: do you believe it should have gone for an MA15+ or potentially R18+ rating to allow it to be scarier, or insert darker humour?

TP: That would require the insertionofgraphic violence, and Idon’t knowwhether the movie needsthat. But certainly, it lacked the spinetingling,goosebump-inducing, hair-standing-on-ends level of horror that apicturelikeNope had, for instance. At no point was Imadetofeel afraid of dolls, robots or artificial intelligence, and those should all be things that easily terrify people.

SB: Ifounditfrightening, and while it is violent,Idon’t think it necessarily needed more blood during those particular scenes. Another question Ihave for you: If M3GAN was an episode of Black Mirror, do you believe it would fit well into that universe?

TP: Ireckon so. This did seem like afeature-length chapter of that television series -or, to ourolder readers, like an episode of The Twilight Zone with modern touches.

M3GAN makesagreat premise for aTVshow, but it needed something more than what they’ve presented to us in order to make it terrifying. It alsoneeded to be shorter -ittakes an eternity to become interesting.

SB: What about the acting? I thought the performances were terrific,particularly during the emotional moments. Themain

actress, Allison Williams, who was in GetOut-

TP: She was too! I was trying to place that face, and now that you’ve said it, it’s finally clicked!

SB: Williams sold Gemma’s credentials in robotics and as an unexpected parental figure, and Ithought child actress, Violet McGraw, was excellent

TP: Well, excellent by the standards of child actors

SB: Ican’t imagine it’s easy to pull off achild suddenly inflicted by trauma in the way she did What did you make of the performances?

TP: They were alright Ronny Chieng was a lot of fun in his quasivillainous role as an executive, and everybody else was reasonably convincing. It’s what you’d expect from amid-budget Hollywood movie.

SB: To summarise, I’d recommend thisfilm whole-heartedly If you’reaBlack Mirror fan, you’ll see familiar themes in M3GAN. The final action scene was thrilling but possibly too absurd, but that’s my only real criticism, and a minor one at that.

TP: I’d say only check M3GAN out if you’re a fan of horror movies, or Ronny Chieng

SB: Also, definitely do not take young kids to see this one

M3GAN is rated Mfor Violence, sustained threat and coarse language.

Mix of genres: Gemma (Allison Williams) and her niece Cady (Violet McGraw) meet the AI-powered robot M3GAN

Out now: M3GAN is beingtouted as anew horror icon, thanks to the blockbusterwhich bearsher name photographs universal pictures/blumhouse productions

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Lecturer in Clinical Skills Education -Monash Rural Health Churchill

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The specific responsibility areas include the conduct of tutorials, practical classes, clinical application sessions, demonstrations, workshops, small group sessions, assisting in the initiation and development of subject material for clinical skills teaching and assessment, program administration, monitoring equipment needs and the coordination of the tutors for the delivery of clinical skills teaching on campus.

We are seeking someone with medical qualifications (i.e. MBBS or MD) recognised in Australia and have significant clinical experience; and hold current medical registration with Australian Health Professional Regulation Agency (APRHA).

This role is apart-time position; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

At Monash University, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation. This position at the University will require the incumbent to hold avalid Working with Children Check.

This position will involve travel to various locations, some of which are not easily accessible via public transport.

Enquiries Dr Sean Atkinson, +61 39902 7106

Closing Date Wednesday, 8February 2023, 11:55pm AEDT

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Disability Support Worker

Sessional /Casual positions

Life Skills Victoria is aregistered National Disability Insurance Scheme provider of high quality education, training, disability supports and community services to enable people with disabilities to maximise their independence, participation and inclusion in their community.

are seeking highly motivated professionals, with astrong drive to support people to achieve their goals and aspirations.

For further information please go to: https://lifeskillsvic.com.au/careers/ or contact Melissa Martin on (03) 5127 7999.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 8th February 2023

Programs and Innovation Officer

The Latrobe Health Assembly is seeking a Programs and Innovation Officer to join our innovative team as we work towards ahealthier future for Latrobe Valley.

Fixed Term -Fulltime until 30th June 2024.

The Programs and Innovation Officer is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of health promotion activities at the Latrobe Health Assembly. Strategic thinking, the capacity to work autonomously, and the ability to progress priority activities and maintain stakeholder relationships are critical to this role. Experience in project management, health promotion and/or community development are an advantage.

Required skills:

● Skills and experience in independently leading project initiation, innovation, communications, and engagement

● Sound project planning and implementation skills

● Creative approach to project development

● Appropriate qualifications or experience in project management, health and/or community development

● Experience in health promotion is an advantage

For further information or to request acopy of the Position Description please call 5173 8400 or email: info@healthassembly.org.au

Applications are to be submitted by email to: info@healthassembly.org.au and must be received by COB Friday, 3rd February 2023.

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Ophthalmic Technical Assistant

Is required for Latrobe Regional Eye Clinic for one day aweek (Monday).

The successfu l applicant will assist the qualified Orthoptist in performing visual acuity assessments, visual fields and OCT scans.

Monday 8.30am-5pm. Salary negotiable. Applications and enquiries by email to: dandyeye@tpg.com.au

Attention: Sofie Abili

CADET JOURNALIST

The Latrobe Valley Express and Gippsland Times arelooking for cadet journalists to join our team.

This is afantastic opportunityfor you to contribute to the communities in our region.

The role will include general news reporting in aregion with awealth of stories to be told about current challenges and future opportunities in addition to the normal story telling expected of alocal newspaper serving its community

The ideal candidate will: Have relevanttertiaryqualifications

Have great communication skills, both verbal and written

Be able to write punchy,informative and exciting stories on arange of subjects

Posses great news sense and an understanding of what engages local readers

Have acurrent driver’s licence

Be motivated with acommitment to accuracy and quality reporting

The Express and Gippsland Times areaward winning newspapers with circulations of 35,000 and 15,000 copies respectively

The successful applicant will report to the Editor

Send aletter of application, resume, list of referees and work examples to:

The Editor -Liam Durkin

Latrobe Valley Express ldurkin@lvexpress.com.au

Applications close: Wednesday, 1st February2023. GP1 652844

SECRETARY/ADMIN

Trafalgar Public Cemetery are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised person with great communication skills, proficient in Microsoft Office and Reckon, approx. 6-8 hrs per week. Ongoing Mon. to Fri. as required. Mobile phone and laptop provided. Salary negotiable. Resume emailed to: trafalgarpublic cemetery@dcsi.net.au

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Would you like to deliver the Latrobe Valley Express newspaper to individual homes on Tuesday and/or Wednesday afternoons in Morwell, Traralgon, Moe, Newborou gh and Churchill? Please apply to the Circulation Manager 0456 000 541.

Please note: Children must be 11 years or over as we will need to apply for agovernment Child Employment Permit Children younger than 11 cannot or will not be accepted. Adult deliverers also welcome.

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We arecommitted to increasing workforce diversity and creating an environment wherepeoplewith newideas feel empowered to speak up and explorewhat is possible.

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Competitive salaryand other benefits. Generous superannuation, contributions above the superannuation guarantee.

Flexible working arrangements to balance your work, life and play (base 36-hour,4day work week). Above awardannual leave entitlements.

Enjoy close proximity to great regional communities of Traralgon, Warragul and Sale, access to alpine regions and snow,expansive beaches, wilderness escapes and leading schools

Create change and ‘futureready’ the organisation through your involvement in key projects.

Access to development opportunities to continue to grow leadership and technical skills that arehighly transferable throughoutindustry. What you’ll do

Provide leadership, advice and assistance to personnel regarding sound environmental management practice and safe working processes involving dangerous goods and hazardous substances.

Perform environmental activities as specified in the LYBEnvironmental Management System such as training, auditing, monitoring, recording and reporting in accordance with procedures and technical instructions to ensure compliance with relevantacts and regulations.

Review MSDS for suitability for purchase in regards to OH&S risks.

Manage unit waterchemistry functions.

Manage and operate make-up water systems and operate, maintain and monitor boiler and cooling tower water treatment systems. What you’ll need

Tertiaryqualification in Science and Environment relateddiscipline preferred.

Consideration will be given to candidates with substantial industryexperience in power plant chemistryorrelated industrysector

Ideally possess qualifications that meet the requirements for admission to Graduate Membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

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Personals

Marine • Wedding Anniversaries •

ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise.

We can't know why the lily has so brief atime to bloom, In the warmth of the sunlight's kiss upon its face, Before it folds into its fragrance and bids the world good night, To rest its beauty in a gentler place, But we can know that nothing that is loved is ever lost, And not one who has touched aheart can really pass away, Because some beauty lingers on in each memory of which they've been apart.

You lived your life the best you could in the lead up to when you left us, And the day finally came when you felt like you could at last say goodbye to the world and your pain.

Forever resting peacefully Love you always Mum and Russell.

ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise. You are my love, my life, my soulmate. Rest peacefully my Penguin until we meet again.

Love you always Hayden.

ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise.

LEST WE FORGET

OLIVER (Maxwell), Nancy Mary. Left us peacefully on 15 January 2023.

Aged 85 years Dearly loved wife of John (dec). Much loved mother of Tony, Julie, and Mark. Nana of Tenielle, Darcy and Renae.

ROOIMANS, Teuntje (Toni).

Passed away on Friday, 20 January 2023.

Aged 92 years Loving and devoted wife of Hank. Mother and mother-in-law of Ria and John, Sue and Rob. Greatly missed Oma to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

VANDERWEES, Klaas. 24/3/1940 -4/12/2022.

Late of Townsville, QLD. Klaas passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, 4December 2022, after along illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of Shirley, adored father, father-inlaw, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, brother- in-law, uncle and great uncle. Klaas is sadly missed by his family and friends. His devotion to family has left alifetime of treasured memories, which will remain with them forever.

"Love you to the moon and back" Your loving wife of 53 yrs, Shirley.

ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise.

ACelebration of the Life of Melissa Louise Arbuckle (Germano) will be held at the Federation Chapel, Lilydale Memorial Park, 126-128 Victoria Road, Lilydale on MONDAY (30 January 2023) commencing at 11.45am.

Friends and family are encouraged to wear a splash of colour or something that reminds them of Melissa. For those unable to attend on the day, the Funeral Service will be livestreamed, and can be viewed by following this link: https://bit.ly/3wkwzhL ABurial will follow within the Memorial Park grounds.

WASMAYR. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mr Hermann Wasmayr will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel 437A Princes Drive, Morwell on FRIDAY (27 January 2023) commencing at 11am.

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WEBB.

Situations Vacant

PlantEngineer (Mechanical)

2Year fixedterm

We

We arecommitted to increasing workforce diversity and creating an environment wherepeople with new ideas feel empowered to speak up and explorewhat is possible.

We constantly strive to understand and meet broad community expectations regarding environmental management,health, safety and good corporate citizenship

About the opportunity

2-year fixed term opportunity,commencing in early 2023.

Work with teams of experienced, passionate people eagertomentor top performers.

Competitive salaryand other benefits. Generous superannuation, contributions above the superannuation guarantee.

Flexible working arrangements to balance your work, life and play (base 36 hour,4day work week). Above awardannual leave entitlements. What you’ll do Assist in identification and remediation of short and long-term maintenance issues.

Assist in areas of engineering including installation,maintenance andrepair of power generation equipment,statutory compliance,and efficiency and performance of the coal fired generating facility

Develop skills in the predictive and preventative monitoring of plant,carryout maintenance of assigned plant Analyse plant data and preparereports associated with plant performance. Be involved in projects for; construction of new plant,improving and modifying existing plant,and improving plant condition.

What you’ll need

Extensive knowledgeofmechanical assetmanagement andmaintenance principles,instrumentation and controls, performance testingand reportingas they pertain to the power station environment

Strong project management skills and the ability to communicate across all levels of the business.

Abachelor’s degree in mechanicalengineering.

Professional Engineers’ Registration or be in the process of completing same. If this sounds likeyou, don’t ignore this opportunity,makesureyou: Apply via our careers page www.loyyangb.com.au/careers

Position closes Friday 3rdFebruary2023.

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LoyYang Bwelcome applications from people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and peoplewithdisability.Wewill provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If youidentify as aperson with disability and requireadjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via the aboveemail and indicate yourpreferred method of communication (email or phone) so we can keep in touch and meet your needs.

Much loved Australian daughter of Ian and Liz (NZ). Sister to Steph and Rob, Aunty Lissa to Olivia (UK). Rest peacefully Beautiful Girl

ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise.

Passed away suddenly Aged 33 years Cherished mother of Lily (dec.). Dearly loved daughter of Grace and step-father Russell. Much loved sister and sister-inlaw of Angelo and Katja, Kara and Peter. Adored aunty of Raffaela, Salvatore and Emmanuelle.

Granddaughter of Angelo and Concetta Vicino (both dec.). Cherished niece and loved cousin. Soul-mate of Hayden.

You lived your life the best you could Forever resting peacefully ARBUCKLE (Germano), Melissa Louise.

Daughter of Paolo (Paul) Germano, granddaughter of Salvatore and Giovanna (dec.) Germano. Loved niece and cousin.

DOWNES, Ian. Our sincerest condolences for Lyn, David, Adam and family. You have our unwavering sympathy and support. Wishing you peace, comfort and courage at this time of sorrow. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. With love All management and staff at AGL Loy Yang.

HARRISON, Richard Andrew. 26/4/1944 -6/1/2023.

Passed at Meekatharra WA, formerly of Darnum and Newborough.

Beloved son of John (Jack) Douglas and Catherine (Bill) Harrison (both dec.).

Brother to Kathleen (Kate) and Pauline (Jo) and their families. Father to David and Donna, Debby and Shane. Grandpa of five grandchildren and great grandpa of three.

Dear friend and former husband of Margaret.

Funeral details at alater date.

MYERS, Neil Alexander. Passed away peacefully at Traralgon Aged Care on 16 January 2023.

Aged 90 years

Dearly loved husband of Valerie (dec.) and Valda (dec.).

Much loved father and father-in-law of Christine and Allan, Dianne and Doug.

Adored grandad to all his grand and great grandchildren.

Reunited with Dad Always in our hearts

SLAYFORD, Sue. 18/6/1960 -14/1/2023.

My Babydoll Sue, lost her battle with Cancer. Passed away at home peacefully in her sleep. Now pain free, suffer no more. Rest easy my earth Angel. Your loving husband Gary.

SLAYFORD, Sue. Sue, we will miss your smile and your bling. Finally at rest Mick and Cheryl. XXX

SLAYFORD, Susan (Sue). Passed away at home on Saturday, 14 January 2023.

Devoted wife of Gary. Step Mum of William, Robert and Lisa. Grandmother to Madi, Tyrel, Sophia and Shantelle. Daughter of Alan (dec.) and Betty Todd. Sister of Bill.

Resting Peacefully

TUFF, Ross. 11/1/2023. Dearly loved friend who will be sadly missed. Love David (dec.), Elaine, Janine, Rachel, Nicole and families.

WASMAYR, Hermann. Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital Traralgon on 14 January 2023, surrounded by his loving family Aged 95 years Dearly loved husband of Friederike for 69 years. Much loved father and father-in-lawofIlse, Siegfried (dec.), Stephen (dec.) and Judy. Adored Opa to Daniel, Kathleen, Brendan, Shannyn, Annah, and Sarah. Great Opa to Jesse, Madelyne, Kelvin, Bailey, Milly, Mannix, Myles, Kai and Stella.

WEBB, Laurence (Laurie). Passed away at home on Monday, 16 January 2023, with family by his side.

Loved and loving husband of Carol. Most amazing Dad/Dadio of Stephen, Michael, Christine and Sammi. Adored Pop of Brody, Lex, Zoe, Jett, Stevie and Laney. "Brother" of Jeff. Middle brother of Kay and Neil. Gone Fishing

WILSON, Edna. Passed away peacefully with family by her side on Monday, 16 January 2023.

Loved and loving wife of Harry (dec.). Loving mother of Margaret, Greg (dec.), David and Stephen. Greatly missed grandmother and great grandmother. Reunited with Dad and Greg Funeral held MONDAY (23 January 2023).

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WRIGGLESWORTH, Vale Neil. It is with great sadness we learn of the passing of Neil Wrigglesworth. Neil was held in the highest regard in the Gippsland Cricket Community across the Gippsland Region.

Neil was agreat contributor to Gippsland Cricket over an extensive period of time, as an Administrator, Coach and player.

Sincere condolences to his wife Marion, sons Greg and Trevor and the Wrigglesworth family.

AGentleman of Cricket R.I.P.

Gippsland Cricket Region 7Executive and Board.

George Munro President. Kristen Webber Secretary. Neil Purdy Treasurer. Andrew McCreery BCA.

Russell Mathews LDCA. Wayne Mills LVDCL. Ross McMillan SMCA. Steve Kay TDCA. Michael O'Neill WDCA.

MYERS. The Funeral Service for Mr Neil Myers will be held in the Rose Chapel, Gippsland Memorial Park, cemetery Drive Traralgon on MONDAY (30 January 2023) at 2pm. Neil's Service will be livestreamed, to view the livestream go to: latrobevalley funerals.com.au and click on livestreaming.

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OLIVER. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mrs Nancy Oliver will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 437A Princes Dve, Morwell WEDNESDAY (25 January 2023) commencing at 11am.

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ROOIMANS. The Funeral Service and Committal For Cremation of Mrs Toni Rooimans will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Ave, Moe on Wednesday (1 February 2023) commencing at 10.30am.

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SLAYFORD. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mrs Sue Slayford will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on FRIDAY (27 January 2023) commencing at 2pm.

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TREACY, Rohan.

The Funeral Service to celebrate Rohan's life will take place at the Korumburra Showgrounds, South Gipps land Highwa y, Korumburra on FRIDAY (27 January 2023) commencing at 12 noon.

APrivate Cremation will follow.

Link to livestreaming on our Facebook page.

In lieu of flowers please consider adonation to Beyond Blue.

The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mr Laurie Webb will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on MONDAY (30 January 2023) commencing at 10.30am. In accordance with Laurie's wishes, PLEASE WEAR SOMETHING BRIGHT! To view the livestream, please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au go to Funeral Notices and follow the prompts.

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In Memoriam

MAXWELL, Albert Thomas Henry. 13/1/1924 -19/1/2009. Dad, never aday goes by when we don't miss you, especially this month. Harold, Margaret and families.

Birthday Memoriam •

JAMES, David Wayne. 26/1/1966 -4/8/2016. Happy birthday in Heaven son. Love and miss you every day. Your loving Mum, Paul, Joanne and Andrew.

About us Loy Yang Bisanelectricity generator located in the picturesque Latrobe Valley currently supplying 20% of Victoria’s power.Weare owned by Chow TaiFook Enterprises(CTFE) and belongtothe Alinta Energy family,agrowing and innovative energy market disrupter

arefocused on increasing plant performance, efficiency and flexibility and seek people who canturn inspiration intoideas,and ideas into game-changing solutions.

LOWE (nee Frei), Gina Christina. 29/1/2016. Although time has passed since taken away, You are loved and missed every day. Gone but never ever forgotten Go Cats Your loving soulmate Gordy.

MYERS Neil Alexander The President, Committee, Staff and members of the Morwell RSL Sub Branch are deeply saddened by the passing of their valued Affiliate Member Neil. Deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of the family and friends.

Eagles keep formation

GIPPSLAND LEAGUE

By LIAM DURKIN

AS Guildenstern said “old ways are the best ways”.

Maffra Football-Netball Club is runningwith the same football coaches from 2022.

Anthony Robbins will enter his secondyear in the top job, with MattDavis his lieutenant in the reserves, alongwith Kal Killoran and AdrianBurgiel coaching the thirds and fourths respectively.

The quartet have been involved with Maffra FNC for many years, and have had their fingerprints over all sorts of silverware as players, coaches and administrators.

Burgiel tookthe young Eagles to the premiership last season, defeating Warragul by 30 points.

Defender Ashton Wright took anumberoftelling marks in that game, and looks aplayerfor the future.

Burgiel’s nephew Coby Burgiel was recently drafted to West Coast, continuing in the footsteps thatsaw Adrian’sbrotherHayden make Hawthorn’s list, as well as Adrian himself, who spent aseason at Richmond.

Maffra senior premiership player Killoran (pronounced Kill-ore-an, not Kill-er-en as this writer once thought), will also be aiming to get the thirds back to the Grand Final stage.

The Eagles’thirds fellshortlastseason, but were

taken on an unforgettable journey to makethe Grand Final nonetheless: Amissedshot after the siren in the second-semi meant they had to play in the preliminary final, which they won by apoint.

The Grand Final became acase of perspective, as their opponents,Warragul,were able to fieldall their Gippsland Power players, while Maffra was unable to play Jonti Schuback and Coby Burgiel who were on duty with Vic Country.

Davis has the joboften described as the ‘hardest at afooty club’, coaching the reserves.

Fortunately for Davis, life in the lunchtime league is usually positive at the Eagles thanks to the loyalty of local players.

That loyalty has seen players who would walk into senior teams in minor leagues knock back offers (presumably with money dangled) from neighbouring clubs.

The result has meant depth has rarely been an issue at the Eagles, while young players in the reserves are givenevery opportunity to develop at the right pace, working alongside experienced senior players often in the twilight of theircareer

At lastcount,inone match last season therewas 22 senior premierships spread across one Maffra reserves team.

What has taken me 10 years to realise, Maffra has been doing for more than two decades -you essentially need two senior teams to be successful at Gippsland League level.

The Eagles reached the preliminary final

last season in the reserves, aresult which has almost become the minimum such is the Eagles’ dominance at the level.

Robbins is preparingtogoagain as senior coach.

Maffra hasn’t got too carried away bringing in high-profilerecruits, just adding acouple of players with VFL experience in Brayden Monkand Chance Doultree,aswell as Nathan Pollard, who you would describe as ‘a good country footballer’.

They will be without goal-sneak MitchBennett, who has joined Heyfield, but ruckman Kieran Jones has been enticed back fromthe mud and slush of Boolarra.

Maffra suffered an almost unheard of finalsmiss last season, failing to qualify for the first time this millennium.

Motivation therefore shouldn’t be lacking heading into the new campaign.

Robbinshimself may feel he doesn’tneed to change too much;Maffra only missed outbya game and still had apercentage of 105.

Those that know football know percentage tells everything about how strong asideis, and Maffra beat the team directly below it by 120 points last season.

As players prepare to get back into preseason, if playing undera Maffra coach previously is anything to go by, training will consist of hours upon hours of fast hands (aka train tracks).

In the words of the returning fourths coach: “Get em flickin’ lads”.

Holmes coming back to Sale this season

GIPPSLAND

LEAGUE

BY LIAM DURKIN

HOLMES by name and nature (sort of).

Sale Football-Netball Club has secured the services of Hudson Holmes for season 2023.

The running defenderhad abreakout season last year, finishing sixth in the Gippsland League best andfairest.

Holmes was consistently named among the Eagles’ best players -featuring 11 times from 17 games as Maffra narrowly missed afinalsberth.

His efforts saw him named in the Gippsland League Team of the Year,and he is currently trialling with brother Nash at Port Melbourne in the VFL.

Holmes is no stranger to Sale, having played his junior football in the Sale District League before moving to Maffra, as well as aseason with Sale City thirds.

His sister Montana also played in Sale FNC’s A Grade netball premiership in 2013, the same year she won the league best and fairest.

The acquisition of Holmes continues astringof recruitswith historical tiestothe Magpiesfor the upcoming season.

Along with Holmes, Sale has added former players Lachie Ronchi and Bohdi Walker to its roster, and Cody Henness, who will play when not on VFL duty with Sandringham.

With these players on the list, and with close to no significantouts,apartRyan Pendlebury,the Magpiesshould theoretically be as good if not better than the side that made two grand finals last season.

Additionally,returningplaying-coach Jack Johnstone should be able to rest easy in the knowledge he has agood idea of the character of players the club has brought in.

The Magpies look to have adopted thebetter model of recruiting, by bringing in players they know rather than taking apunt on random blokes no one has ever heard of.

Possiblythe only question for Holmes is what number will he wear. Holmes had the No. 1at

Maffra, but it would be safe to assume the man who currently wears it, Sale 200-gamer Kane Martin, won’t be giving it up.

Holmes’ signing is great news for the Magpies, although... AFL and VFL shorts in aclub photo, that’s afinesurely?

Welcome aboard: Sale Football-Netball Club senior coachJackJohnstone (right) welcomes HudsonHolmes to The Nest. photograph supplied

Going again: MaffraFootball-Netball Club footballcoaches for2023MattDavis (Reserves), KalKilloran (Thirds), AnthonyRobbins(Seniors) and Adrian Burgiel (Fourths). photograph supplied

GrandRidge hostsanother park run

PARKRUN

By JULIA GROVES

JANUARY 21 marked the 129thGrandRidge Rail Trail parkrun event.

Atotalof28participants came to enjoy the morning light and the optical illusion of aflattrack, only to realise it is uphill all the way back.

On aglobal scale, parkrun events are held in 20 countries and there are 460 events in Australia alone. It is afree event and all you need to do is

register online for abarcode so you can start counting towards your official and unofficial milestones.

Linda earnt her right to order ared parkrun t-shirt, withher 50th parkrun. She has completed all her 50 parkrunsatthe Grand Ridge Rail Trail and is often seen with her dog Mia. She is dedicated, and had volunteered 15 times, including her 50th event. Linda is often seen doing an extra 5km to check the course is clear before we start. Thank you and congratulations Linda.

Unofficially, Murray celebratedhis 100th run out

and back on the Grand RidgeRailTrail.Hehas been aregular at Grand Ridge since parkrun began back in April of 2019, and on the very special New Years Day event, Murray not only completed his 100th parkrun, but he also came in first place! Last weekend he was overtaken by some very speedy visitors suchasAndrew Leggo. Withatimeof 16:29, Andrew was only five seconds shy of Sam Quirk’scourse record. Thishas been unbeaten since May 2021, although may be under threat if Andrew is to return.

We have welcomed many new regular faces and, as always, encourage visitors to the area to experience the peaceful rail trail and fantastic coffee in town afterwards.

Regardless of the time, each 5kms is the same distance and we all work towards our own goals.

Big thanks to our volunteers: Libby Belton, Julia Groves, Annie Holland, Geoff Martin, Leon McDonald, Ronan OSullivan, Chris Waldron and Linda Zhang.

Latrobe Valley chess action

CHESS

CLIFF Thornton won the final two battles of Latrobe ValleyChess on Tuesday, January17, completing the round in first place.

AaronNabulski was back in action and started with two quick wins before losing the next game.

The early mistakes by Ian Hamiltonwere punished,althoughthe tables turned in return contests.

Oscar Barrios joined the contests with plenty of ambition,but had to suffer the consequences of some oversights.

The wins were rewarding for Bob Cooper, who took his break and is still waiting to complete the round.

Golf-croquet tournament asuccess

SALE Croquet Clubhosted ahighly successful golf-croquet tournament recently, attracting competitors from all over the state.

So popular is the annual event, that all places were filled in early Novemberand many others put their names on awaiting list.

After extremely hot conditionsonSaturday, cooler weather on Sunday brought welcomed relief for the final games.

Traralgon’s Shane Downie was winner in section one, with seven wins and an 18 hoop advantage, fromJohn Carr (Mornington), and Heather Bradbury (Bairnsdale), who both recorded six wins and a14hoop advantage.

The runner-up prize was awarded to Carr because he had beaten Bradbury in their game.

Drysdale’sLes Matthews, won sectiontwo for the second consecutive year, being undefeated for the weekend with eightwins and a19hoop advantage.

Janine Sisson (Mornington) was runner-up with six wins and afive hoop advantage.

Warragul’s Mary Cornwall, won section three with seven wins and a16hoop advantage, improving on last year’s performance when she was runner-up.

Mick Crawford (Drouin) was runner-up in section three.

club’s next golf-croquet tournament will be adoubles event in June.

For moredetails on local chess, call Cliff Thornton on 0413 330 458 or Ian Hamilton on 5134 1971.

The Sydney Hotshots in town

SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT

SYDNEYHotshots will performatMoe Racing Club this Friday (January 27) and at the Morwell Club on Saturday, January 28.

The two-hour production is avisual feast, choreographed and developed by Australia’s leading professionals.

Sydney Hotshots’ hand-picked selection of guys will have the people up from their chairs, screaming for more. With atotally interactive production, The Secret Fantasies Tour is the perfect night out.

Ahigh energy production, the shows boast the perfect mix of killer dance routines, eye-catching costumes, acrobatics, andjaw dropping athletic male physiques.

Both shows start at 7.30pm.

The Express has three double passes for each venue up for grabs.

If you would like to enter, email sport@ lvexpress.com.au, with the venue you wish to attend.

The

Victory: Section one winner Shane Downie,Traralgon, receives his prizemoneyfromSale Croquet Club president, ColinCoomber photograph supplied

Milestone man: Murray hascompleted 100 parkruns photographs supplied

Participationiskey: Run, walk,jumporskip, it’sall in the five kilometres

Can’t keep herdown: Injurydidn’t stop Linda celebrating her 50th parkrun.

Funtimes: Enjoying companyand being activeisall part of theparkrun experience.

Come on down: Parkrunmeets areheldregularly alongGrand Ridge Rail Trail.

Sour night at Bairnsdale Speedway

MOTORSPORT

LATROBE Valley racer Kaine Smith was injured at Bairsndale Speedway recently.

On Saturday, January 14, rainpoureddown on the track twice before any racingcould get underway. Thenightended prematurelyfollowing a crash that injured Smith from the Junior Standard Saloons.Major events completed at the Bairnsdale Speedway that nightincluded the King of the Rock for the Limited Sportsman, and the Bairnsdale Junior Standard Saloon series second round.

Limited Sportsman competitors from Horsham, Hamilton and Portland joined local Bairnsdale registered competitors for the King of the Rock.

Current Victorian and South Australian champion, Jock Baker, shared heat race wins with Andrew Wilson from Hamilton and Bairnsdale member Darren Adams. Baker was awarded the King of the Ringvictory basedonpoints after being unable to run their final.

Junior Standards completed four heat races on theirway to their feature event.Blake Smith,Jack Stewart, Zac Barwise and Bree Walker won those races before the feature event got underway.

Pre-event favouriteBeau Stuchbery started back in the packineighthspot, and front-rowstarter Blake Smith took the lead and held it until lap eight, where Stuchbery took over.

Acrash on lap 10 to Kaine Smith ended the race, and Stuchbery took the win from Blake Smith.

Transponderresults indicateKaine Smith held his third position despite the crash, with Tom Braz and Jack Stewart rounding out the top five.

In Ladies StandardSaloon racing, Tahlia Campbell took two heat race wins, and Kylie Lansdown from Koo Wee Rup claimed her first heat race win. Campbellwon the night’s racing on points in front of Lansdown, Elize Halliday, Jo Richardson and Leticia Williams.

Bobby Devine won all three qualifying races in theDivision2Hot Rods. Devine won the night’s racing on points ahead of Ben Crittenden, Fraser Crittenden, Mario Agiusand Alan Ward, tying with Alan Sell for fifth.

Jack Yeomans, Andrew Cormack and Josh Thomas won the heat races in the Open Standard Salooncompetition. Yeoman’s was declared the night’s winner ahead of Josh Thomas, Steven Dadswell, Andrew Cormack and Josh Cormack.

BairnsdaleSpeedwayAssociationwill be back in action again this Saturday (January 28), with the Victorian Ladies Standard Saloon title, the main event supported by Open Standard Saloons 500, Unlimited Sedans and SDAV Hot Rods. Vroom vroom:

SCOREBOARD

GOLF

CHURCHILL &MONASH

ParSaturday14January 2023

AGrade Winner: T. Sterrick19+5

BGrade Winner : R. Abel24+4

CGrade Winner : S. Gosling 41 +6 D.T.L: 1. C.Gilfillan +4, 2. G. Corponi +3, 3. S. Caldwell +3, 4. A. West +3, 5. P. Radnell +1, 6. J.

Soppe all squareC/B, 7. P. Chapple all squareC/B, 8. C.Warring all squareC/B, N.T.P: 3rd. C. Gilfillan, 5th V. Reid,Pro-Pin: 12th P. Chapple,14th G. Sanders

Target Hole : B. Barrow Birdies: C. Gilfillan3rd

StablefordTuesday17January 2023

Winner : Sue Gosling 40 40pts

D.T.L: Marianne Ryan 29 40pts,Leigh Anderson 25 40pts

N.T.P : 3rdSue Gosling,5th Lia Brent, 12th JanBlizzard, 14th .SandraCaldwell

MOE

Wednesday, 4January 2023 Twilight

Stableford

Winners: AGrade -T.Donnison (9) 21, BGrade: R. Leworthy (30) 21 c/b Birdies: 4th -D.Boad

Wednesday, 11 January 2023 Twilight Stableford

Winners: AGrade -L.Stewart20c/b Thursday, 12 January 2023 OPEN Medley Stableford

Grade AWinners: A-1Mckie,Chad (3) 40

Grade BWinners: B-1 Wain, Leon (14) 42 C/B,Grade CWinners: C-1 Aquilina, Charlie (44) 43

Place Getters: 3Nyko, Steve42C/B,4 Coffin,Phillip 42 C/B,5 Boorer,Greg42, 6 Coombe,David 40 C/B,7 Harber,John 40 C/B,8 Schaper,Glenn 40 C/B,10Allen, Ray40C/B,11Borg, Kathy40C/B,12 Backman, Phil 40 C/B,13Wolski, Ted40 C/B,14Stansbury, Les 40 15 Shearing Andrew 39 C/B,16Wilson, Ryan 39 C/B,17 Beveridge,Eric39, 18 Scott, Robert38C/B, 19 Geisler,Graham 38 C/B

Great Score: Raul Quiroga(Birdie) @8, Chad Mckie (Birdie) @14, KevHoward (Birdie) @14, Liam Weir (Birdie) @14, Tony Johnson (Birdie) @8,Leon Wain (Birdie) @ 14,Maurice Papettas(Birdie)@8

Nearest to Pin: 4th Thomas Beveridge,8th Raul Quiroga, 14th Liam Weir Saturday, 14 January 2023 MENS 4BBB

Stableford

Overall Winners: 1Hancock, Chris &Gaul, Joshua 48, 2Dunstan, Craig &Johnson, Tony 46 C/B, Place Getters: 3Pickard,Andrew & Donnison, Terry46, 4Nyko, Steve& Stansbury, Les 45 C/B,5 Donaldson, Murray &Buckman, 45 C/B,6 Beath, Ken &Jennings,Kenneth 45, C/B,7Gauci, Anthony& Keily, Justin 45, 8Harland, Bob &Rothwell, Craig 44 C/B,Great Score: Andrew Pickard (Eagle)@6,Simon Stephens (Birdie) @8,Ken Beath (Birdie) @8,TonyJohnson (Birdie) @8,Peter Buckman (Birdie) @4

Nearest to Pin: 4th Craig Dunstan, 8th Simon Stephens,14th SteveNyko Saturday, 14 January 2023 WOMEN’S

SATURDAY Stableford

Grade AWinners: A-1Borg, Kathy(24) 41

Place Getters: 2Elliot, Christine 38

Nearest to Pin: 4th Jenna Robertson Thursday, 19 January 2023 OPEN Medley

Stableford

Grade AWinners: A-1 Yeomans,Wayne (12) 41

Grade BWinners: B- 1Bassman, Jeffrey (17) 40

Grade CWinners: C- 1Soppe,John (25) 44

Place Getters: 2Chapple,Peter 42, 4 Wilkinson, Wally41C/B,5Pisa, John 41, 6Wolski, Ted40C/B,7 Coombe,David 40 C/B,9 Beveridge,Eric39, 10 Walshe Michael 39 C/B,1 Savige,Bruce 39, 12 Beveridge,Thomas 38 C/B,13Ayton, Kevin 38 C/B, 14 Brien, Kevin 38, 15 Helmuth, Glenn 37 C/B,16Boyce,John 37 C/B,17 Papettas, Maurice37C/B,18Dent, Russell 37 C/B

Great Score: Jeffrey Bassman(Birdie) @ 4, John Boyce(Birdie)@14, Joel Poole (Birdie) @4,Nathan Lugton (Birdie) @ 4, Simon Petty(Birdie)@4,Lockie White (Birdie) @14, Shane Bruce (Birdie) @4, Andrew Shearing (Birdie) @4,John Boyce (Birdie) @8,Bruce Savige (Birdie) @8 Martin Weir (Birdie) @8,John Pisa (Birdie) @8

Nearest to Pin: 4th SteveNyko, 8th John Boyce, 14th Lockie White

Saturday, 21 January 2023 MENS Par Mens SR: 71.0

Grade AWinners: A-1Pickard,Andrew (5) +8

Grade BWinners: B-1Bassman, Jeffrey (17) +3

Grade CWinners: C- 1Condon, Jeff (23) +5

Place Getters: Stanlake, Peter+3c/b, Jamieson, George +3 c/b,Rodaughan, Peter+3, Fife,Mark+2c/b,Borg, Manny +2 c/b, Borg, Shannon +2, Mead, Barry+2 c/b,Mizzi,Drew +2 c/b,Nyko, Steve+2, Stansbury, Les +1 c/b,Shaw, Geoff+1c/b

Great Score: AnthonyColvin (Birdie) @14, Charles Weir (Birdie) @14, John Harber (Birdie) @8,John Boyce(Birdie) @ 14,Jeffrey Bassman (Birdie) @8,Gavan Panozzo(Birdie) @8,Peter Rodaughan (Birdie) @14, John Boyce(Birdie) @4, Paul O’Mara(Birdie) @14 NearesttoPin: 4thJeffrey Bassman, 8th Jeffrey Bassman, 14th CharlesWeir Saturday, 21 January 2023 WOMEN’S

Saturday21st Janurary,Par

AGrade: WReynolds NTP: 4th, 6th, 13th,16th, Saturday 21st Janurary PAR.

AGrade: WReynolds (16) 6up

BGrade: GDawson (18) 3up DTL: NBracecamp WGervasi 3up,R Robbins SEvison GShandley2up c/b NTP: 4th SMills,6th RPentland, 13th R Robbins,16th EWoodall. Birdies: EWoodall 16th. Eagles: EWoodall 1st Hole

TRARALGON

MENS: SATURDAY 21 January 2022

Players 146Stableford– Blue Tees A: Brad Woodall 11 43 B: Jordan Cunico 13 41 C: James Hourigan 22 41 D: Graham Henry2342 40: ARathbone,J Pickersgill, P Hilderbrand, AMcDonald, PBezzina 39: LKeiltyCJones 38: BLaveryGBettridge JCameron 37: NArnett, RWare, MTosh, MJones,G O’Brien,PLittle, BFarley, SKay

ATHLETICS

TheGippsland Athletics Club 2022/23 Vern Curnow Pentathlon Championship washeld on Tuesday17th of January 2023.

EVENT RESULTS: 200M

Women: U/14–Zaria Dalton 28.68; U/16–Janella Archer 30.90; U/18–Krystal Archer 31.78; Open –CourtneyClark35.04; Masters–Colleen Clark42.22, Fiona Saltmarsh 1:48.63

Men: U/18–Harrison Clark27.28; U/20 –Miles Wrigley24.97,Aaron Saltmarsh-Milne 25.78; Open –Brendan Caffrey 29.81; Masters–Jude Fernando 27.13, Simon Van Baalen 34.95, Ian Twite41.88

JAVELIN

Women: U/14–Zaria Dalton 7.82; U/16–Janella Archer 24.46; U/18–Krystal Archer 25.81; Open –CourtneyClark15.26; Masters–Fiona Saltmarsh 9.12, Colleen Clark8.88

Men: U/18–Harrison Clark21.69; U/20 –Aaron Saltmarsh-Milne 29.70, Miles Wrigley 22.58; Open –Brendan Caffrey 28.37; Masters–Simon VanBaalen 29.25, Jude Fernando 27.44, Ian Twite12.80

800M

Women: U/14–Zaria Dalton 2:59.61; U/16 –Janella Archer 5:02.50; U/18–Krystal Archer 5:04.67; Open –CourtneyClark 3:31.51; Masters–Colleen Clark4:03.83, Fiona Saltmarsh DNF

1500M

Men: U/18–Harrison Clark6:41.12; U/20 –Miles Wrigley5:49.69, Aaron SaltmarshMilne 6:32.61; Open –Brendan Caffrey 6:04.80; Masters–Jude Fernando 6:20.29, Ian Twite6:53.27,Simon VanBaalen DNF

Long Jump Women: U/14–Zaria Dalton 3.88; U/16–Janella Archer 4.14; U/18–Krystal Archer 4.27; Open –CourtneyClark 2.75; Masters –Colleen Clark2.13, Fiona Saltmarsh 1.64 Men: U/18–Harrison Clark4.27; U/20 –Miles Wrigley5.17, AaronSaltmarsh-Milne 4.86; Open –Brendan Caffrey 4.40; Masters –Jude Fernando 5.03, Simon VanBaalen 3.51, Ian Twite2.31

DISCUS Women: U/14–Zaria Dalton 13.33; U/16 –Janella Archer 18.87; U/18–Krystal Archer 25.92; Open –CourtneyClark 10.86; Masters–Fiona Saltmarsh 14.86, Colleen Clark11.65 Men: U/18–Harrison Clark17.73; U/20 –Aaron Saltmarsh-Milne 29.80, Miles Wrigley 16.68; Open –Brendan Caffrey 20.27;

Masters–Simon VanBaalen 32.03, Ian Twite20.30, Jude Fernando 17.26

To be eligible to contest the pentathlon for the perpetual trophies the athletes must be Athletememberswith Athletics Victoria and amember of one of the 4local clubs.

PENTATHLON PLACINGS

U/14WOMEN: 1st Zaria Dalton GPA1455

U/16WOMEN :1st Janella Archer WEL 1391

U/18WOMEN: 1st KrystalArcher WEL 1520

OPEN WOMEN: 1st CourtneyClarkSCA 704

MASTERS WOMEN: 1st Fiona Saltmarsh GPA277,2nd Colleen ClarkSCA 226

PENTATHLON PLACINGS

U/18MEN: 1st Harrison ClarkSCA 1212

U/20 MEN: 1st Aaron Saltmarsh-Milne GPA 1801,2nd Miles WrigleySCA 1739

OPEN MEN: 1st Brendan Caffrey GPA1333

MASTERS MEN: 1st Jude Fernando GPA 1497,2nd Simon VanBaalen GPA969, 3rd Ian TwiteTRH 438

VERN CURNOWSHIELD PLACINGS –

COMBINED CLUB SCORES

1st Gippsland Athletics 7332 2nd SouthCoast Athletics 3861 3rdWellington Athletics 2911 4th Traralgon Harriers438 Round 12 is Tuesday31st January,6pm at the Joe Carmody Track, Newborough Events: 800m, Hammer,Triple Jump, 2000m/2000m Walk, Shot Put, 100m

LAWN BOWLS

WESTGIPPSLANDBOWLS DIVISION

MIDWEEK PENNANT 2022- 23

ROUND 10 17 January,2023

Traralgon RSL1455, Morwell 249, Newborough 14 66, Morwell Club 249, Traralgon 14 62, Trafalgar 250, Drouin 14 77 Warragul 244

DIVISION 2: Newborough (2) 16 98, Drouin (2) 030, Traralgon (2) 14 64, Newborough (3) 249, Warragul (2) 12 71, Morwell Club (2) 452, Neerim District 14 59, Moe 253 DIVISION 3: Morwell (2) 14 66, Trafalgar (2) 248, Drouin (3) 14 66, Traralgon (3) 246, Yinnar 16 66, Morwell (3) 041, Garfield 14 83, Yarragon 242

DIVISION 4: Traralgon RSL(2) 10 53, Drouin (4) 024, Trafalgar (3) 10 44 Moe (2) 029, Moe (3) 10 47,Traralgon

Yinnar 28 20 451 317134 76

YallournNorth 73 0437 338 99 70

Traralgon RSL2 64 0351 339 12 61

Warragul 35 50 392 386 649

Newborough 44 51 347 354 -7 45

Moe 34 60 365 373 -8 42 Moe 24 51 366365 139

Morwell Club 34 60 323 439 -116 38

Traralgon 43 70 344 393 -49 36

Trafalgar 33 70 367 434 -67 32 Drouin 43 70 328 460 -132 30

STRZELECKI NORTH PLAYINGAREA

SATURDAY PENNANT Round 11,21

January 2023

Div 1W LD FA Dif Pts

Newborough 1101 0987 711276166

Traralgon 18 30 985 718267139

Morwell 17 40 868 843 25 114

Drouin 15 60 860 866 -6100

Trafalgar 14 70 795 942 -14775

Traralgon RSL1 37 1816 924 -10873 Moe 13 71 816923 -10769

Warragul 13 80 751 951 -200 56

Div 2W LD FA Dif Pts

Morwell Club 18 30 917809 108135

Traralgon 27 40 914836 78 114

Neerim District 16 50 888 839 49 110

Longwarry1 56 0937 764173105

Newborough 27 40 832 862 -30105

Thorpdale 14 70 803 874-71 83 Drouin 24 70 788 938 -150 73

Traralgon RSL2 38 0777 934 -157 67

Div 3W LD FA Dif Pts

Garfield 1110 0976 722 254174

Traralgon 38 30 887 806 81 133

Morwell 27 40 894 797 97 116

Boolarra1 47 0833 841 -8 87 Warragul2 47 0838 846 -8 78 Yinnar 14 70 753 878 -125 76 Newborough 34 70 786 842 -56 75 Moe 22 90 713948 -235 53

Div 4W LD FA Dif Pts

Trafalgar 29 20 921 697 224149

Yarragon1 83 0900 750 150138

YallournNorth 18 30 910787 123135

Traralgon 46 41 893 826 67 115 Morwell 36 50 871 832 39 103

15 60 870 877

43 80 641 657 -1660

Moe 32 90 515707 -192 42

Div 6W LD FA Dif Pts

Drouin 4101 0495 267 228 95

YallournNorth 29 20 443 292 15185

Morwell Club 38 30 381 345 36 78

Neerim District 38 30 385 333 52 76

Boolarra2 74 0422 340 82 68

Trafalgar 46 41 329 357 -28 61

YallournNorth 35 60 373 391 -1854

Traralgon 64 61 359 380 -21 53

Yinnar/Churchill 56 0358 430 -72 52

Thorpdale 22 90 324 409 -85 26

Traralgon RSL4 1100 16 160-14410

Newborough 50 11 079260 -181 2

Bairnsdale Speedway will welcome riders again this Saturday. photograph supplied

Winsshared across the GCL board

GCL BY LIAM DURKIN

LEONGATHA caused aboil-over, defeating SaleMaffra in the Gippsland Cricket League Women’s on Sunday.

Travelling to Rosedale, the visitors chasedthe 104 needed,losing only four wicketsinthe process.

Kathy Zacharopoulos was the hero, making 39 not out, receiving support from Gabrielle Perry who made 30.

Earlier in the day, the Sharks found runs from Leah Leeson, with 26, and Lily-Mae Lyndon, who scored 25.

Kylie Collins snared three wickets for Leongatha. Others to join in were Perry(2/9), Heidi Driscoll (with aRichieBenaud 2/22) and Katrina Burgoine (2/25).

Lyndon took 2/5 for Sale-Maffra.

Latrobe Valley had the bye.

This Sunday, LatrobeValley will play Sale-Maffra at Bundalaguah.

The women’s final is on Sunday, February 5, with Sale-Maffra to host.

UNDER 15 Junior CountryWeek continued on Sunday.

Winners were Latrobe Valley, Sale-Maffra and Leongatha.

Latrobe Valley asked Warragul to have ahit at McGregor Reserve, Yallourn North.

The visitors were bundled out for 88, as Latrobe Valley seamers made smart use of conditions.

Darcy Walsh took 2/18, while others chipped in around him.

Despite being 2/2 in reply, the home side won through in the end by four wickets.

Josh Bellingham led the way with 34.

Warragul was well served by Nate Murphy and Archie Dunn, who both took two wickets.

TRARALGON lost atight game to Sale-Maffra. The Sharks batted first at Glengarry, and got themselves to 150.

Harry Tatterson top-scored with 37 (coming off just 34 balls), combining with Ryan Wells, who scored 35 in asolid 57-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

Jake Zappulla-Jaensch was outstanding with the ball for the Tornadoes, and finished with figures of 4/22.

Zac Bastin (2/25) and Lucas Richards (2/34) also did their bit.

Bastin then played atremendous hand of 49 out of atotal of 73 by the time he was dismissed.

Traralgon looked dead and buried at 6/79, however, Will Smith and Zappulla-Jaensch were able to take the score to 117, giving the home side alook-in.

Zappulla-Jaensch tried to up-the-ante, but was stumped in the process, and as such, momentum swung back in the Sharks’ favour.

The Tornadoes tried in vain to win the match, but were bowled out just 10 runs short of victory.

Tattersontook 3/18, Riley Donohue 3/25, and Drury Davidson 2/31 for the Sharks.

LEONGATHA won alow-scoring game against Bairnsdale.

Playing at Korumburra, the home side put up 115 batting first.

Starts to Clayton Quaife and Riley Harris (who each made 23) made some headway, but their side was undone by some good bowling from Harry Forbes (3/8) and Kaden Hicks (3/10).

Bairnsdale however struggled to get going in reply, and were shot out for 87.

OnlyCampbell Moncrieff with 35 was able to make asignificant contribution.

George McCauslanddid the damage for Leongatha, taking 3/20. Archie Gannon was also handy, taking 2/21.

Under 15s playtheir finalgame of CountryWeek this Sunday, January 29.

IN the Under 13 Development League, Latrobe Valley had an early finish.

Taking on Leongatha, who scored 8/220 at Trafalgar, the home side was then eradicated for just 17.

Jobe Williamscleaned-up, taking 5/6,while Louis Read had to make-do with 3/5.

Earlier on, Cooper Newman made an unbeaten 51, and Ty Debono made 42 not out.

Logan Walsh had some joywiththe ball for Latrobe Valley,taking 3/6,and Brady Cakenabbed 2/24.

SALE-MAFFRA was too strong for Bairnsdale. The Sharks chased the 93 it needed, and in a good show of sportsmanship, was given its allotted overs to bat and give all kids ahit once the win had been achieved.

Will Bradenled theway withthe ball for the victors, taking 3/8. Others to feature were Xavier Hurley (2/7) and Ashane Fernando (2/9).

Braden then made 50 not out, and Fernando a solid 25.

Xavier Hill took 2/25 for Bairnsdale.

Sale-Maffra will play Leongatha for the 13s title this Sunday.

Goannas crumble BaysideinOver 60s

Walhalla to host marquee cricket game

CRICKET

By LIAM DURKIN

WALHALLA Cricket Club is set to host amatch next month.

Melbourne Cricket Club will travel to the picturesquegroundnestled high in the hills, to take on alocal contingent.

The local contingent is made up of players from Blackbridge Cricket Club, aGippslandbased team that competes in winter cricket.

The MCC team making the trip are members of the XXIX Club (‘The 29ers’).

The 29ers are an offshoot of the MCC, and play exhibition games at locations across the country.

It is understoodplayers from both sides willbe walking up the hill to the old ground, in order to fully take-in the experience of what it may have been like for players in the early 1900s.

Strangely enough, Walhalla has produced one Australian Testcricketer -BarlowCarkeek(six Test matches in 1912).

CRICKET

VETERANS

Rino Metlikovec won the toss and decided the Goannas would bat first.

The two Rays, Smith and Floyd, again opened the innings, and after their 30 balls apiece had retired for 24 and 25 respectively.

Col Carmody and Ken Bailey were the next two, with Carmody bowled for five when the score was 68 in the 13th over.

The skipper then joined KB, but was run out for 11. The score was then 2/109.

Bailey retired soon after for ahard-hitting 40 from 23 balls.

Kevin Lanigan made 20 and Murray Moore 22 (both retired) and Bernie Symons wasthe third wicket to fall LBW,for 20 in the 32nd over, to make it 3/182.

Contributions from NeilMeredith, IanSouthall (21) Ian Gibson (16) and Barrie Nunn took the score to 215 in the 38th over, allowing Floyd to return. He made 10 more and was bowled for 35. Smith returned and made two more to be 26 not out at the end of the 40th over, and the Goannas final tally was 7/235.

The Bayside innings started with Southall bowling two maidens, and Ray Smith taking the first wicket in his third over when the score was 23.

Southall took two wickets in his sixth over, as Meredith took over from Smith,and Nunn also entered the fray.

At drinks, Bayside were 5/78. Meredith tooktwo wickets. Moore replaced him, and Symonsreplaced Nunn, and took two wickets in his first two overs to have Bayside reeling at 7/113 after 27 overs.

Bailey(1/12), Floyd, Gibson andCarmodyall bowled, and the score reached 8/158 after the 40th over.

Southall (2/12 from six), Smith (1/17 from four), Meredith (2/16 from six) and Symons (2/6 from six) were the other wicket takers, with catches being

The Goannas Over50game against Geelong did not go ahead, and they will play ahome

The Over 40s play South Gippsland at home, also on Sunday, while the Over 70 team will not play until February 13.

Practice continues at Glengarry on Wednesdays from 4.45pm.

Visitors to the ground can read about a famous story involving Australian Test cricket captain Warwick Armstrong, who stepped foot on the ground in 1907.

It wassaid Walhallahardlylost agame at home, partly because by thetimeopponents made the trek up the hill, they were exhausted before the game even started.

The Walhalla ground was also home to bizarre scenes in the mid-1920s.

In amatch in 1924 between Walhalla and Baw Baw,the ball burst in the first quarter, meaninga miner on horseback was sent down to the township to retrieve another one.

In the interim, the players had adrink and chatted with the ladies. Once the miner returned play continued, however another delay came about when the ball was kicked in the vicinity of ahorse whobecame startledand brought its hooves down on the ball, splitting the stitching.

Anotherballwas called for from down below, butthisone waspunctured after an error with theneedletrying to inflate it.

By this time, fires had been lit at either end to try and illuminate the ground, while goal umpires waved blazing torches to signal their decision.

In the end, after allegations the Walhalla team had rigged the scoreboard as the match was played in pockets of darkness, the teams settled on declaring the game adraw in the pub.

The match between Blackbridge and MCC XXIX Club will be held on Sunday, February 5.

Those wishing to attend may need a4WD to drive up to the ground, or allow an extra 45 minutes if walking.

GIPPSLANDGoannas Over60cricket team played at Hurlingham Park in Brighton for the Veterans Cricket Victoria match against the Bayside Over 60 team on Sunday.

taken by Meredith, Symons (two),Gibson(two), Smith and Metlikovec.

game against the Coburg Over 50 team this Sunday.

Watchful: Churchill’sRay Smith cuts forthe Goannas Over-60s photographs supplied

On the attack: Murray MooreofTraralgon looks to hit down theground.

Harriers have decent turnout

ATHLETICS TRARALGON HARRIERS

BY IAN CORNTHWAITE

WITH the added attraction of drinks and dinner at the Glengarry Pub and close to ideal running conditions, lastThursday’s six kilometre Glengarry Rail Trailevent saw alargefield of participants -76 in total.

Champion veteran athlete in Over-60s competitions, Heather Farley, despite being along-time Traralgon Harriermember, participated in her firstThursday Harrier’s event, overcomingthe aftermathofmultiple bouts of flu and aheavily strapped knee.

Her finishing time of 31:06 was astrong outcome.

Talented Traralgon Harrier of decades ago, Lee Graham, made areturn to Thursday competition, and also put in afine effort, finishing among the first half of the field.

Lee is the daughterofacclaimed Traralgon Harrier life member and nonagenarian, Mick Bridle.

New to the weekly competition wasFelicity Beasley(mother of talented marathoner and ultradistance aficionado, Zack) and James Townsend.

The fastest females over the flat, gravelled, out and back 6km course were Yani Cornthwaite in 26:30, AngelineSnell (27:53)and Liz Kenney (28:32).

The quickest male trio included CoreyMilner (22:43), Zack Beasley just asecond behind, and Miles Verschuur (23:17).

This Thursday’s event is the 6km, three-lap Railway Reserve trail and road course off Hickox Street, Traralgon.

Walkers start before 5.55pm and the first wave of runners head out at 5.55pm.

Please arrive earlyenough to register and warm up. Participantsare responsible for their own time-keeping.

Results -Thursday, January19: CoreyMilner 22:43, ZackBeasley22:44, Miles Verschuur 23:17, Clinton Jolly24:40,DempseyPodmore25:27, Shane Gavin 25:40, Jason Odlum 25:55, Dave Mann 26:21, Yani Cornthwaite26:30, Pete Sanders 26:33, GeoffFrancis 27:13, Angeline Snell 27:53, Chris VanUnen28:11, SteveRenehan 28:18, Liz Kenney28:32,Stephen Mcleod 28:39, Johnny Roscoe 29:28, DavicBarr 29:29, Andrew Broberg 29:40, RonVerschuur 29:55, MariekaReilly 30:21, Errol Poole30:21, Tobiasz Grzmil 30:53, Jerzey Podmore31:03, Heather Farley 31:06, Andrew Legge 31:20, GaryFox 31:21, Maree Graham 31:40, DesleyTulloch 31:43, Davic Hood 32:01, Angelo Gaudiano 32:27,MarkLansdown 32:55, Lee Graham 33:15, Kristine Sapkin 33:15,

Catherine Leonard33:37,Kathleen Kent 33:50, Louis Flowers 33:55, Shane Flowers 34:00, Phill Mayer34:00, FelicityBeasley34:08,Meg macumber 34:13, Paul Smith 35:14, Matilda Lappin 35:34, BjornLuxmann 35:36, MarkFairbairn35:36, Mandy Ellis 36:48, Kaye Livingstone 36:53, Tania

Whitehead 37:30, Callie Cook 38:39, Kylee Earl 39:20, Kate Cumming 39:32, Alfie Warner 39:54, Ella Warner 39:54, Adam VanBalen 44:44, Ian Heafield 40:54, Gabby Brown44:44, BarryHiggins 47:30, Alli Triggs 47:50, Desmond Dalton 49:00, EilyDalton 50:00, PeterGrixti 52:00, Belinda

Heafield 53:37,Lea Francis 55:40, Bob Duljas 56:58, Danelle Wright 59:10, Michell Colwell 60:51, KathyQuinn 60:51, Helen Whitby63, Lynda Jones 63:00, Jodi Hammett63:47,Ruth Duljas NTR, James Townsend NTR, StaceyPodmoreNTR, Greg Semmler NTR, WallyLappin NTR.

Newboroughdefeats Morwell Club in midweek

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BOWLS STRZELECKI REGION MIDWEEK PENNANT

BY MICHAEL HOLROYD

ON awarm morning midweek bowls was played in excellent conditions throughout the playing area.

DIVISION

1

DROUIN welcomed Warragul and got back on the winning listwith Sheryl Atkinson and her rink of Mary and Les Firth together with Mark Atkinsonhavinga resounding 39 –7win over Janette Gallasch and her rink of Matt Draisma, Kerri Currie and Peter Gallasch. Maureen Leighton and her rinkofElaine Thorpe, John Leighton and Geoff Bailey had a26–18win over Gabrielle Draisma and her rink of BrianKennedy, Ian Belling and MargaretRatcliffe. For the visitors Gaye Renn and her rink of John Vickerman,Pat Hammond and Graeme Davis had a19–12win over Denise Hamiltonand her rink of Lyn Rippon, Ron Westrup and Dennis Throup

 DROUIN 14 –77DEFEATED WARRAGUL 2-44

MORWELL travelled to Traralgon RSL and for the home team Marianne Hodson and her rink of Dianne White, Adriana Eaton and Dave Hodson had a26–12win over Kerry Wright and her rink of Bill Tumney, Irene Biggs andKevin Pigdon. Elaine Muir and her rink of Gordon Bayley, Julie Sutcliffe and Jeff Blythman had an 18 –16win over Judy Tumney and her rink of Helen Cook, Bob Skinnerand Keith Gadsby. Rita Reddiex and her rink of Ross Harford, Shirley Skinner and Russell Williamshad a22–11win overMargaretGibbins and herrinkofMargaret Morley, Shirley McKenzie and Ron Osler to give Morwell 2points.  TRARALGON RSL 14 –55DEFEATED MORWELL 2-49

MORWELL Club welcomed Newborough and for the visitors Heather Mooney and her rinkof Denise Ryan, Peter Policha and Rod Lewis had a 20 –9win over Beryl Noblett and her rink of Iyoko Yoshimura, Sue Karleusa and Roger Rejmer. Joan Goldieand her rink of Bob Goldie, JeffWetzel and Julie Jackson had a29–18win overTess Borg and her rink of LeanneBroadbent, Bernie Kirkup andTara Harle. The home team fought back with Jan Karleusa and her rink of Dashaa Martin, Gail Rejmer and Neil Whitelaw having a 22 –17win over Jo-Anne Michaels and her rink of Phil Marston, Mary Whelan and Ryan Marston 

NEWBOROUGH 14 –66DEFEATED

MORWELL CLUB 2-49

TRARALGON travelled to Trafalgar and came home withawin.Pat Trewin and her rink of Elaine Swan, Ron Baker and Garry Trewin had a24–8 win over Sue Robinson and her rink of Ian Riley, Shirley Melsen and Paul Dawson. Paddy Francis and her rink of Carolyn Roscholler, Barry Fernance and Bill Francis won 22 –19against Heather Taylor and her rink of Pat Tatterson, Peter Watson and Tim Anderson. For the home team Helen Robertson and her rink of Col Carmichael, Carol Saunders and Ken Capper won 23 –16against Kathy Smiles and her rink of Chris Thomas, Rosie Lorenz and Maurie Sutcliffe

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TRARALGON 14 –62DEFEATED

TRAFALGAR 2-50

DIVISION 2

NEWBOROUGH (2) retainedtop spot on the ladder with abig winover visitors Drouin (2). Ann-Mary Ryan and her rink of Ruth Verhagen, Michael Weatherall and Graham Cocks had a39–8 win over Irene Dawson. Carmel Goss and her rink of Glenys Perkins, JennyCocksand Robbert Cook had a34–8 win over Lyn Jeffrey and Bev Luck completed the sweep winning 25 –14over Mary Andrews.

NEWBOROUGH (2) 16 –98DEFEATED

DROUIN (2) 0- 30

MORWELL Club (2) travelled to Warragul (2) and the hometeamonly had one rinkupwith Glynis Mitchell and her rink of Dawn Thomas, David Gatewood and Greg Mitchell defeating Sandy Sinnott 39 –13givingWarragul (2)the win whilst for the visitors Betty Burridge defeated Elsie Hefford 18 –17and Shirley Kolcze defeated Margaret Keefe 21 –15. 

WARRAGUL (2) 12 -71DEFEATED

MORWELL CLUB (2) 4- 52

TRARALGON(2) had agood win against visitors Newborough (3) with May Cross and her rink of Frank Stake, Di Richards and Graham Cross winning 26 –12against Heather Disisto and Lyn Moffatt defeating Dianne Bertoli 21 –18. For the visitors Adrienne Birchall defeated Barbara Scott 19 –17.. 

TRARALGON (2) 14 –64DEFEATED

NEWBOROUGH (3) 2- 49

NEERIM Districtwelcomed Moe and for the home team Cookie Halligan and her rink of Graeme Wingrove,SteveHalliganand Kay Cousins had a26–11win over Val Griffiths and Pat FraserAurisch defeated Val Rodgers 22 –20. For the visitors Lorraine Horton had agood win over Karren Sheers 22 –11. 

NEERIM DISTRICT 14 –59DEFEATED MOE 2-53

DIVISION 3

DROUIN (3) had another good win with Dini Hone andher team of Lorraine Fox, Andre De Waele and Neil Bullen having a30–13win over Fay Marsh. Ethel Van Maanen defeated Muriel Johnson 22 –14 and for Traralgon Shirley Richardsondefeated Maria Wans 19 –14.

DROUIN (3) 14 -63DEFEATED MORWELL (3) 2-59

GARFIELD was too strong at home for Yarragon with Lex Taylor and her rink of Jan Johnson, Malcolm Newhamand Bob Lamportdefeating Margaret Arnold 44 –6and Gwen Fabris defeated Marion Chetland. The visitors salvagedtwo points with Lindsay Wright defeating HelenNewton 20 –13. 

GARFIELD 14 –83DEFEATED YARRAGON 2-42

YINNAR had agood win at home againstMorwell (3)with Meredith Kennon and her rink of Kerryn Nicholson, Max Aumann and Tim Roche defeating Palma McNeill 25 –15, Jenni Harris defeated Jenny Duncan 23 –13and Hilarie Anstey defeated Glenda Thompson 18 –13. 

YINNAR 16 -66DEFEATED MORWELL (3) 0-41

MORWELL(2) welcomed Trafalgar (2) and had a good win with Letti Mizzi and her rink of Cheryl Lawrence, PaulineToner and John Bradbury defeating Lyn Sephton27–12and Rebecca Matheson defeatedMargaret Moss 23 –18. For thevisitorsJoanna Reekie defeated Jan Moody 18 –16.

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MORWELL (2) 14 –66DEFEATED TRAFALGAR (2) 2-48

DIVISION 4

CHURCHILL 10 –40defeated Yinnar (2) 0–24, Traralgon RSL (2) 10 –53defeated Drouin (4) 0–24, Morwell Club(3)8 -43defeated Yallourn North 2– 40, Warragul (3) 8–53defeated Newborough (4) 2–43, Trafalgar (3) 10 –44defeated Moe (2) 0–29, Moe(3) 10 –47defeated Traralgon (4)0–31.

Runinwith asmile: VeteranTraralgon Harrier,KayeLivingstone,still running strongly. photograph supplied

Consistent: ZackBeasleyput in anotherstrongrun forthe Harriers. file photograph

Bowls relegation battleintensifies

BOWLS STRZELECKI NORTH SATURDAYPENNANT

BY MICHAEL HOLROYD

SATURDAY Pennant was played in much more pleasant conditions this week, allowing for someexcellentgames of bowls highlighted by Warragul defeating near neighbour Drouin for the second time this season to give Warragul hope of avoiding relegation.

DIVISION 1

WARRAGUL at home started well with Jim Power and his rink of Des Stephens, Bruce Thompson and David Ferguson having a33- 14 win over Sheryl Atkinson and her rink of Maureen Leighton, Jan Aubrey and Les Firth. BillClappers and hisrink of Terry Sullivan, David Alderman and Paul Simmons had a27-15win over Mark Leighton and his team of Bruce Andrews, John Leighton and Geoff Bailey. David Smith and his rink of John Vickerman, Robert Renn and Graeme Davis won 19 -12against Toby Wallace and his rink of Peter Wallace, Steve Barr and Mick Fleming. Drouin salvaged two points when Samantha Atkinson and her rink of David McIlfatrick, Rudy Kerkvliet andMarkAtkinsondefeated Janette Gallasch and her rink of Matt Draisma, Russell Carrick and Peter Gallasch.

 WARRAGUL 16 -95DEFEATED DROUIN 2- 63

TRARALGONcontinued their good form with astrong win over visitors Trafalgar. Vin McIlwain and his rink of Kirsty Van den Hoff, Shane Chapman and Matt Eccles had a30- 10 win over Ken Capper and his rink of Jim Wilson, Tim Anderson and Peter Jonas. Matt Ferrari and his rink of Ian Hilsley, Chris Ward and Michael Yacoub had a 22 -17win over Matt Schreyer and his rink of Col Carmichael, Wayne Hurst and Wayne Arnold. Jim Scullin and his rink of Nick Turnbull, Pat Trewin andBrenton Hackett won 25 -16over Ian Miles and his rink of Graham Hill, Bernie Detering and Tim Fraser.Darren Kane and his rink of Terry Robertson, Heather Taylorand PaulDawson rescued apoint for Trafalgar when they drew 19 -19with Mick Coram and his rinkofAngela Hackett,Ian Kirkup and ShaneO’Loughlin.

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TRARALGON 17 -96DEFEATED

TRAFALGAR 1-62

MORWELLtravelled to Moe and came home awinner as they moved above Drouin on the ladder.David Cook and his rinkofJodie Ashby, Kevin

Pigdon and Keith Gadsby had a26- 9 win over Sandy Caines and his rink of Bob Rennie, Les Stolarikand Ted Kuklinsky.Steve Collins and his rink of Mike Arnold, Danny McKeown and Ernie King won 20 -19overStevePallot and his rink of Stan Myers, Ian Caines and Banger Harvey. Nathan Cook and his rink of Jim Turner, Sarah Ashby and RussellWilliams also had anarrow win18-17against Jayde Leech and his rink of Jim Lawrence, Michele Muccillo and Jan Rudy. Michael Smogavec and his team of Valand Brian Rodgers together with Barry Hawkett salvaged two points for Moe with a17-15win over Chris Goldsbrough and his rink of Ross Harford, Brian Kingsley and Ron Lyfield.

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MORWELL 16 -79DEFEATED MOE 2- 62

TRARALGON RSL hostedtop team Newborough and the visitors won all four rinks. Alan Grubb and his rink of Barry Daley, RodLewisand Neale Houston had a28-15win over John Taylor and his rink of Gordon Bayley, Jeff Blythman and Ross McKenzie. Kevin Lovett and his rink of Brian Carpenter, Jo-Anne Michaels and George Lambos had a27 -20win overDave Hodsonand his rink of Paul Matters, Peter Barnes and Garry Trewin. Tommy Lodge and his rink of Dave Wurlod, John Backman and Scott Jones won 22 -18against Rick Lukey and his rink of Daniel Earl, Titch Hore and Dave Morley. Ryan Marston and his rink of Tony Knipping, Josh Kennedy and Paul Sherman completed the sweep witha29-17win over RossSizeland andhis rink of Nathan Forester, Chris Mackintosh and Terry Hunter.

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NEWBOROUGH 18 -106

DEFEATED TRARALGON RSL 0-70

DIVISION 2

TRARALGON (2) returned to the winning list when it visited Longwarry. Ron Sherlock and his rink of Matt Ogilvie, Ian Bloomfield and MaurieSutcliffe had a33-11victory over Russell White.

Dave Currie and his rink of Tom Irvine, Kathy Smiles and Kevin Enguell had a 21 -19win over Ken Towt. Cary Locke drew 16 -16with Ken White and for the home team Adam Proctor and his rink of Mark Serong, Col Finger and Hank Metselaar had a28-11win over Abe Roeder.

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TRARALGON (2) 15 -81

DEFEATED LONGWARRY3-74

TOP team Morwell Club travelled to Neerim District and the home team had abig winwith Shane Hogan and

his rink of Russell Meehan, Greg Bond and Ray Watts defeating Neil Whitelaw 34 -20. Peter Brooks and his rink of Chris Hogan, Robert Cook and Trevor Kuhnelldefeated Tara Harle 27 -19. Neil Adams and his rink of Col McKay, John Rochford and Angus McGillivray had a29-169 winover Glenn Trembath. Brett Harle and his rink of Dashaa Martin, Mil Karleusa and Lee McKenzie had a23-15win over Peter Throup to give the visitors two points for the day.

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NEERIM DISTRICT 16 -105 DEFEATED MORWELL CLUB 2-78

DROUIN (2) had another good win at home against Thorpdale with Dale Hendrick and his rinkofGraeme Aubrey,Mary Firth and Col Jeffrey defeatingBrendanJennings 26 -13.

David Tayles and his rink of Wayne Hawken, Clive Newman and Bob Cole defeated Danny Vanzuylen 28 -11. Brian Thorpe and his rink of Elaine Thorpe, Ron Douthie and Terry McFadzeanhad a23- 19 win over Ben Powell. For the visitors Dwayne Gunn and his team of Rubin Van Zuylen, David Ferguson and Ross Kennedy had a27-17win over Arthur Moore.

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DROUIN (2) 16 -96DEFEATED THORPDALE 2- 70

TRARALGON RSL (2) travelledto Newborough (2) and for the home team, SpencerGossand his rink of Brian Milkins, Albert Van Stekelenburg and Graham Smith defeated Gordon Bakker 27 -16. Robert Goldie and his rink of Dave Madden, Julie Jackson and Joan Goldie had a19-10win over Ron Osler. Graham Cocks drew21- 21 withGordon Asbury and for the visitors Max Gibbins and his rink of Don Wight, Max Plant and Brian Wilkinson had a23-21win over Robbert Cook.

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NEWBOROUGH (2) 15 -88 DEFEATED TRARALGON RSL (2) 3-70

DIVISION 3

BOOLARRA continued its good form defeating visitors Newborough (3) with TerryParker and his rink of Tamara Traill, Peter Mazou and John Cargill defeating Alan Luck 27 -10. Darren Napier defeated Peter Policha 24 -12and for the visitors Ed Whelan defeated Travis Baker 27 -17and Jim Cuthbertson defeated David Caldwell 21 -14.

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BOOLARRA14-82DEFEATED NEWBOROUGH (3) 4- 70 TRARALGON (3) had abig winathome winning all four rinks. Bill Kirby and his rink of John Kong, Greg Swan and

Ron Baker had a24- 17 win over Brian Kennedy.Gordon Slimmon won23-20 overBob Currie.May Cross defeated David Gatewood 21 -15and Brendon Smiles defeated Noel Rubenstein19- 16.

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TRARALGON (3) 18 -87

DEFEATED WARRAGUL (2) 0-68

GARFIELD won all fourrinks at home with Shane Oliver and his rink of Graeme Burton, Bob Lamport and Richard Ross defeating Tim Roche 25 -9.Stephen Whyte defeated Luka Djudurovic 29 -17, Nick Henwood defeated Gavin Osborne 20 -13and Tom Cleary defeated Murray De La Haye 20 -16.

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GARFIELD 18 -94DEFEATED YINNAR 0-55

MORWELL(2) had abig winathome with Ken Turner and his rink of Bill Tumney, DarrellWhiteand John Bradbury having a32-9 win over Bob Essler. Bob Wilson defeated Paul Read 27 -9and GerryVan Duin defeated Rex Price 32 -11. For the visitors Leigh Dodd defeated Bob Skinner 19 -18. 

MORWELL (2) 16 -109 DEFEATED MOE (2) 2- 48

DIVISION 4

YARRAGON had agood win at home against Morwell (3) with Kevin Arnold and hisrinkofPeter Handley, Ethan Storer andRichard Chetland defeating Bob D’Brass 21 -13, Jason Roberts defeated Brian Smith 18 -16and Sam Mazza drew 18 -18with Rita Reddiex, For the visitors Trevor Curtis defeated Richard Polmear 18 -10.

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YARRAGON 15 -67DEFEATED MORWELL (3) 3-65

TRAFALGAR(2) welcomed Traralgon (4) and had agood win with Bruce Giles and his rink of Anthony Dalgleish, Danny Bryant andSteve Lodge defeated Ian Wills 22 -11, Frank Farrugia defeated Stuart Hulse28- 18 and Anthony Mitchenson drew 16 -16with Col Mayman. For the visitors Norbert Schroeter defeated Mal Clymo 21 -19.

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TRAFALGAR (2) 15 -85DEFEATED TRARALGON (4) 3- 66

YALLOURN Northtravelled to Newborough (4)and came home with the points. Ricky Hearn and his team of Lynne Smith, David Hibbert and Gary Ingley defeated Bob Hall 23 -9,Darren Fry defeated Michael Holroyd26-20 and Rob Matthewsdefeated Maurie Ludlow 24 -15. For the home team John Vicic defeated George Platschinda 26 -24.

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YALLOURN NORTH 16 -97 DEFEATED NEWBOROUGH (4) 2-70

CHURCHILLwelcomed Warragul (3) and the home team won all three rinks with Chris Thomasand his team of Paul Dodds, Herb Kennedyand Tony Colwell defeating Bill Clarke 27 -10. Bill Brown defeated Lester Mason 25 -11, Craig Flanigan defeated Elsie Hefford 23 –21and Shirley Turner defeated Brent Grigg 20 -15. 

CHURCHILL 18 -95DEFEATED WARRAGUL (3) 0-57

DIVISION 5

TRARALGON RSL (3) 14 -58defeated Drouin (3) 2-48with Frank Metcalf and his rink of John Easton, Brian Curtis and Ian EddydefeatingPeterHone 25 -8,John Farquhar defeated Mary Andrews 22 -12and for the visitors Andrew Kidd defeated Marg Morley 28 -11.

MORWELL Club (2) 16 -70defeated Trafalgar (3) with Lisa Arnold and her teamofJoyce Hughes, Jan Karleusa and Andrew Shepleydefeated Billy Nisbet24-14, BerylNoblett defeated Bill Lithgow 18 -15and Gail Rejmer defeated Paul Gridley 28 -18.

TRARALGON (5) 16 -68defeated Longwarry (2) 0-44withBrian Johnson and his rink of Jennie Pierce, Shirley Richardson and Brian May winning 28 -13againstJohnMajkut, Jim Goodwin defeated John O’Shea 20 -13and Ron Hales defeated Gerard Mitchell 20 –18.

GARFIELD 16 -64defeatedMorwell (4) 0- 46 and went home with all rinks up after Gordon Moxey and his rink of Margaret Hyam,Gerald Wakefieldand Helene Mitchell defeated Joel Brookes 27 -16, Damien Brick defeated David O’Reilly 18 -13and Gwen Fabris defeated Bob Lorenz 19 -17.

NEERIM District (2) 14 -61defeated Moe (3) 2-50with Jim Schroeder and his rink of Des Pelly, Richard Kerr and Roger Till defeated Chris O’Reilly 30 –16, Mal Collins defeated RayJackson 16 –13and for the visitors Charles McArthur defeated Jim Fallon..

DIVISION 6

BOOLARRA (2) 10 -45defeated Thorpdale (2)0 -35, Trafalgar (4) 10 -16defeated Traralgon RSL (4) 0- 0, Yallourn North (2) 8- 37 defeated Newborough (5) 2-29, Drouin (4) 10 -46defeated Neerim District (3) 0-26, Yinnar/Churchill 8- 44 defeated Yallourn North (3) 2- 36, Morwell Club (3)8-38defeated Traralgon (6) 2-37.

Toogood: Newborough enjoyed victoryoverTraralgon during Saturdaypennant.

file photograph

Ball dominatesbat on the first day

CRICKET LVDCL PREMIER A

BY LIAM DURKIN

INTRIGUE will enter the second week of Round13 matches in Latrobe Valley DistrictCricketLeague Premier A.

Any number of results are still apossibility, and captains will no doubt spend part of this week mulling over just what to do before taking to the field.

JUICE!

Mick Higgins showed his skill doesn’t just lie in hitting cut shots for six.

Higgins took 5/33 for Raiders, helping his side to firstinnings points against Churchill.

The Cobras found the going tough after winning the toss and batting first at Yinnar, and were routed for just 78 inside 50 overs.

Things started badly for Churchill and just got worse,sobad in fact the run-rate had adecimal pointbefore the first number. After 15 overs they were 3/9, and after 34, 6/38.

Unsurprisingly, the top-scorer was for Churchill was John Keighran. While his effort to make 55 was noteworthy, it was something of an indictment considering it became acase of ‘any danger boys?’

Keighranwas the onlyone to manage double figures -the next highest score was five.

Higgins took the key wicketofKeighran, and was able to completehis five-fa thanks to thework up top by Raiders spearheadsMadura Perera and HarryMcColl.

Perera nabbed2/20, and McColl went for just three runs off nine overs, seven of which were maidens.

Joining the party was GeorgeChesire, who bowledintandem with Higgins, taking two wickets of his own.

Although Raiders’ task with the bat seemed straightforward enough, the end to the day left the match precariously placed.

The home side went past the required total for the loss of four wickets, however, by stumps, they were 9/103 -only25runs ahead.

Put simply: Churchill aren’t out of this by any means.

Some handy 20s from Higgins and Liam Maynard helped Raiders to first innings points,but acollapse of 5/13 undid alot of good work.

Kian Farnworth caused havoc, and gave Raiders plenty to think about.

The seamer dismissed three of the top five, before taking two later in the day to finish with figures of 5/36.

Churchill bowled well around Farnworth, with the five others used alleither chipping in with wickets, or going at around two an over.

The Cobras will be out to get the last remaining wicket as quickly as possible this Saturday,before setting Raiders afourth innings total.

Chris Stanlake is slated to come in for the second week for Raiders, while Churchill has Steve Warr and Kurt Holt listed to do likewise.

Tuggamissingaday of cricket?Surelythat hasn’t happened too often.

THINK Cal Stewart might havebeen back bowling full pace last Saturday.

While this writer did the right thing and had

that confirmed, one look at his figures of 7/31 was probably enough evidence in any regard.

Stewart steamed in off the longrun at Ted Summerton Reserve, and reduced Moe to 4/44.

The Lions decided to have ahit after winning the toss, and had plenty to negotiate, not only from the pace of Stewart, but also on asurface that is now not as flat as it was before Christmas.

Chris Robinsondug in for the Lions, getting to 25 before becoming one of Tyer Brown’s two victims.

Needing to take some time out of the match, CallumGrantheld firmwith two runs off 41 balls, while ahandy 27 from Royce Colgrave got the home side to 123.

Stewart, who had bowled 13 straight in his first spell, came back on and took three wickets across his next two, this time, just more so focussing on putting the ball in good areas.

With the knowledge that comes from being a

professional player, it is likely Stewartismanaging his bowling load to make sure he is peaking late next month, should it look as though CATS will play finals.

Before Christmas, while he was still performing well, it was clear he was bowling within himself.

Granted playersshould always try their hardest, but if it’s the middle of the year and you’re up by 80 points with five minutes to go in the last quarter, there is no point going back with the flightand risk spending the next six weeks on the sideline.

Moe had 29 overs at CATS, who ended up 3/62 when the stumps were pulled.

The Lions got off to agreat start, and had the visitors 3/11.

Clinton Taylor was miserly, conceding justthree runs in seven overs, as was Royce Colgrave, who took 1/3 off four.

Brownand Josh Keyhoe will resume Day 2on 32 and 19 not out respectively, needing 61 to win on first innings.

It would be remissnot to mention onething: Rob Phoenix comes in this week for Moe.

THE battle between the north and south side of the train line is well-poised.

Latrobe is 0/21 in pursuit of Morwell’s 157.

TheSharksfinally got on Peter Siddle Oval, and found themselvesbowling first afterlosing the toss.

Latrobehad Morwell on the ropes at 4/10, before a partnershipof49between SamMooney and Blake Mills stabilised things.

Mooney made 29 and Mills an innings-high 61.

The Sharks were able to strike afew times after breaking the partnership, before Greg Harvey chippedinwithahandy 25 batting at number nine.

Tyron Gamage sentdown 23 overs and took four wickets, whileskipper Benn Zomergrabbed two.

Latrobe got through 10 overs unscathed, and will resume with Ronnie Chokununga and Anthony Bloomfield at the crease.

Both clubs are playing for the Vizard/Giddens Family Cup.

The cup has been inaugurated to honour families of Latrobe and Morwell Cricket Club’s, and their contributions to each.

LATROBE VALLEY DISTRICT CRICKET LEAGUE SCOREBOARD

ROUND 13

PREMIER AGRADE

Morwell First Innings

SMooney. cFreshwater bA Bloomfield 29

MCukier cFreshwater bJBloomfield 0

RWhelpdale bGamage 3

BClymo bGamage 0

LDay lbw bGamage. 0

BMills cChokunungabGamage 61

BBrincat cGamage bB Zomer. 21

CSeymour st Duncan bJBloomfield .......1

GHarvey. not out 25

LGettings cChokunungab BZomer 6 SBilic lbw bFreshwater 1

Extras (nb 3, w2,b 2, lb 3) 10

Overs. 76.1 Total. 157

Latrobe bowling: TGamage 23-6-31-4, JBloomfield 8-4-23-2, A Bloomfield 15-4-33-1, BZomer 15-2-32-2, SFreshwater 10-2-20-1, M Metcalfe5-1-12-0

Latrobe First Innings

RChokununga. not out. 8 ABloomfield not out 12

Extras (nb 1, w0,b 0, lb 0) 1

Overs. 10 Total. 0/21

Morwell bowling: BBrincat 4-1-9-0, BMills 3-2-4-0, RWhelpdale 2-0-4-0, GHarvey1-0-4-0

Moe

First Innings

RBaldi bStewart. 4 NKane bStewart. 15

APhilip cDKeyhoe bStewart. 16

SSpiteri. cDKeyhoe bStewart 0 CRobinson. cDKeyhoe bBrown 25

ASavige cDKeyhoe bFoster 0

CGrant cDKeyhoe bStewart. 2

PSpiteri. lbw bStewart. .10

RColgrave not out 27

CTaylor. cStewartbBrown 14

RBlunt cDKeyhoe bStewart 1 Extras (nb 0, w0,b 5, lb 4) 9 Overs. 60.1

Total. 123

CATS bowling: CStewart19.1-5-31-7,BFoster 13-7-18-1, MBellingham 10-4-27-0, TBrown 15-6-29-2, VPenrose 3-1-9-0

CATS First Innings

JCochrane cRobinson bColgrave 0

JMoore bGrant 2

DKeyhoe cKane bBlunt 4

JKeyhoe not out 19 TBrown not out 32 Extras (nb 0, w0,b 3, lb 2) 5 Overs. 29 Total. 3/62

Moe bowling: CTaylor7-5-3-0, RColgrave 4-2-3-1, RBlunt 6-2-14-1, C Grant 7-2-21-1, ASavige4-0-8-0, RBaldi 1-0-8-0

Churchill First Innings

RVelardi lbw bPerera. 0 MHarvey. cBurrows bPerera. 3 CS Williams. cBurrowsb HMcColl 3 KFarnworth lbw bChesire. 5 JKeighran .lbw bHiggins .55 JWhykes. cOMcColl bChesire. 2 NDuncan cMaynardb Higgins. 2 BKelly. cMaynardb Higgins. 1 CWilliams bHiggins. 0 ANorman bHiggins. 2 JRae not out 3 Extras (nb 0, w1,b1,lb0). 2 Overs. 45.2 Total. 78

Raidersbowling: HMcColl 9-7-3-1, MPerera14-4-20-2, LMaynard 2-0-3-0, GChesire 13-4-18-2, MHiggins 7.2-1-33-5

Raiders First Innings

GChesire. cC Williamsb Farnworth. 11 CMills cCSWilliams bFarnworth 17 MHiggins bCSWilliams 21 LMaynard. bC Williams. 21 ABurcombe lbw bFarnworth 0 THutchinson lbw bHarvey. 10 BBurrows. cKeighran bFarnworth 3 MPerera. cCSWilliams bVelardi 10 BMacFarlane .not out 6 HMcColl .b Farnworth. 0 OMcColl .not out 0 Extras (nb 0, w0,b 1, lb 3). 4 Overs. 45.5 Total. 9/103

Churchill bowling:K Farnworth16-6-36-5, CWilliams 6-3-12-1, J Keighran8-2-17-0, CS Williams 5-2-12-1, MHarvey7-2-14-1, RVelardi 4-2-8-1

AGRADE

Traralgon West First Innings

BEdebohls lbw bFenech 0 HKimpton. cFoleyb Webber .2 SRasool bWebber 0 RWilkie cOuld bStuart. 9 JMonacella bFenech .0 BHowe. cWilliamson bStuart. 45 MGriffiths. cWilliamson bStuart. 3 RFalla bHourigan .5 LPhillips lbw bStuart. .2 DCooke. cWhitebStuart. 1 AThow. not out 2 Extras. (nb 1, w0,b2,lb1). .4 Overs. 42.2

Total. 73

Centrals bowling:M Fenech 11-7-9-2, RWebber10-4-12-2, RHefer 7-1-21-0, JStuart10.2-5-19-5, THourigan4-0-9-1

Centrals First Innings

WHenry. cunknown bFalla ...0 RWebber cKimptonb Wilkie ..38 EFoley. .not out ..70 THourigan cWilkie bRasool ..32 Extras (nb 0, w0,b2,lb0). .2

Overs. 31.5 Total. 3/142 (dec)

Traralgon West bowling: RFalla 4-1-21-1, AThow5-1-29-0, BEdebohls 5-0-30-0, HKimpton 6-1-20-0, BHowe4-1-12-0, SRasool 5.5-2-21-1, RWilkie 2-0-7-1

Traralgon West SecondInnings

BEdebohls. cDoble bWebber .1 HKimpton bFenech .3 SRasool not out .9 RWilkie cunknownb Fenech .0 JMonacella bWebber 5 BHowe. not out .2 Extras (nb 0, w1,b 0, lb 0) .1 Overs. 13 Total. 4/21

Centrals bowling: RWebber6-2-10-2, MFenech 3-1-6-2, JStuart 3-1-3-0, DWhite 1-0-2-0

MirbooNorth First Innings

BPedlow. cunknown bGregor 69 DBanks lbw bHeath. 26 ZHollis cunknownb Carnes 11 DDavis .c unknown bHeath 12 MWoodall cunknown bGregor 0 WCheatley. cBrennan bHeath 2 CSchellekens lbw bHeath. .3 LCorry .c unknownb Heath 11 WLawrey. cunknown bCecil 3 CSnell. .b Heath 7 AThomas not out 19 Extras .(nb 4, w6,b 8, lb 3) 21 Overs. 70.5 Total. 183

Jeeralang-Boolarrabowling:L Smith7-2-14-0, DGregor16-2-37-2, BMcCormack2-0-14-0, JCecil 8-2-32-1, BHeath 17.5-7-33-6, N Thillekarathna 11-3-20-0, JCarnes 9-2-21-1

Jeeralang-Boolarra FirstInnings

LSmith lbw bThomas 10

NEdirisinghe. bHollis 2

KRanthilakage bWoodall 0

DGregor not out 7

NThillekarathna not out 2 Extras .(nb 0, w0,b 0, lb 0) 0 Overs. 14 Total. 3/21

Mirboo North bowling: MWoodall 6-2-12-1, AThomas 4-0-7-1, ZHollis 4-2-2-1

Trafalgar First Innings

AGeorge cHammond bBremnerJr. 4

LWhite. .c Hams bBremnerJr. 27

RHoldsworth. cCoombs bWalsh 154

AConnolly. cCoombs bDawson 26

BBurgess lbw bCumiskey .7

DHeathcote. .c Weatherhead bCumiskey. 2

RWhite .stHams bHammond 17

JNoonan cCumiskey bHammond 28

ZBrown st Hams bWalsh 7

OHennessy. not out .0

LDurkin .not out 1 Extras .(nb 9, w1,b 0, lb 5) 15 Overs. 68 Total. 9/288 (dec)

Willow Grovebowling: DBremner Jr 9-1-27-2, NWeatherhead 2-1-44-0, LCumiskey 10-1-39-2, PGrima 5-2-12-0, DWalsh 13-0-53-2, JCoombs 10-0-51-0, JHammond 3-0-11-2, SDawson 6-0-40-1

Willow Grove First Innings

BHams .not out 8 JHammond .c Holdsworth bBrown 8 SDawson bHennessy. 2 JCoombs. not out 0 Extras .(nb 1, w1,b 1, lb 1) 4 Overs. .19 Total. 2/21

Trafalgar bowling: JNoonan 7-1-11-0,Z Brown6-3-8-1, AConnolly 3-2-1-0,O Hennessy3-3-0-1

Jeeralang-Boolarra50(MPowell 3/10, KO’Connell 3/20, ZO’Connell 2/2)def by Thorpdale 1/60(dec)(K O’Connell 24*, CDekaste1/7); Moe 4/128 def Mirboo North 8/126(cc);Newborough vMorwell 1/289 (R Semmler 153*,KFortuin 84); Centrals -BYE.

BGRADE

Churchill 8/131 (P vanRossum 50*,JBerryman-Lambert 3/39, CHill2/10, KArora 2/15) def Raiders127 (K Hutchinson 39,JDaddo 29,A Joshy29, Hvan Rossum 4/25, BJones 3/21,SFreeman 2/12); Willow Grove9/50(cc)(SHanning 6/22) defbyLatrobe 4/243(cc) (S Hanning 113, DMcDougall 64, ASword 2/22); Traralgon West 166(MWilliams50, DCropley 31, JMotta 3/20, BHagley3/23) defCATS7/156(cc) (T Derham 60, MWilliams3/8); Trafalgar-BYE.

PREMIER CGRADE ROUND 11

Morwell 6/152(cc) (M Giddens 48, AKays25, JHutton 2/15) def Mirboo North148 (G Shaw 61, PWoodall 30, MCarstein 3/12,R Francis 2/11,M Giddens 2/21); Moe 5/139(cc) (T Oakley44, BJackson 30,G Foster 2/18)def CATS 7/136(SMustoe 54, DFleming33, SPalmer 4/23, ASavige2/22);YallournNorth 112(Shane-o 5/12) def by Trafalgar 6/121(dec);Jeeralang-Boolarradef by Centrals via forfeit.

CGRADE

Latrobe 9/159def by Thorpdale-Raiders 4/170; Traralgon West 3/213 (P Quinlan 89*, JRogers 37,M Rogers 29, SKosterman 27*) def Newborough 6/211(cc) (R Hussey92, SWernham 65, AYoung27, GStephens 2/6); Rawson def Willow Grove(no scoresupplied).

WOMENS DIVISION ROUND 10 Morwell Black3/83(cc) (Z Long 31*) def Latrobe 1/51; Mirboo North 2/45(cc) def by Centrals 1/83(cc) (T Kilpatrick30*,L Pettie 25*);Newborough 4/46(cc) (J Rainbow26, MDonoghue 2/13) def by Willow Grove 5/66 (S Clymo 31*, JRainbow 4/5); RaidersvMorwell Yellow (no scoresupplied).

Game on: AnthonyBloomfieldwillresume batting on Day2,withLatrobe needing 137against Morwell. photograph from the archives

Three inningsinone day at Apex

CRICKET LVDCL AGRADE BY LIAM DURKIN

EQUATIONS seem straightforward as teams preparetoenter Day 2ofthe Latrobe ValleyDistrict Cricket League in AGrade.

Acouple of games appear set-upfor outrights, while another looks set to be arelatively competitive spectacle.

PICKING awinnerbetween Mirboo North and Jeeralang-Boolarra is somethingyou can’t do with agreat degree of certainty.

As it stands, the Panthersneed 162 runs with seven wickets in hand.

When written like that,the scales may be tipped in Jeeralang-Boolarra’s favour, but at club level, where the drop in quality of the batting order can be quite dramatic, and the pressure to chase intensified, the odds could be with the Tigers.

Mirboo North elected to bat first on Day 1at home, and ended with 183 on the board.

A78-runopening standbetween Dale Banks and BrettPedlow laida solid foundation. Pedlowscored an innings-high 69, while Banks contributed 26. Banks, primarily in the side as aleg spinner, has shown his versatility in recent weeks, going out to open the batting.

The Panthers got into the game after the first breakthrough,and took wicketsatsemi-regular intervals from there.

Ben Heath was the destroyer, taking 6/33 off 17.5 overs with seven maidens.

His confidence should be up when he goes into bat this Saturday, and his output couldhavea huge bearing on the result.

Declan Gregor also bowled well for JeeralangBoolarra, and took 2/37 off 16.

Havingbowled without luck against Trafalgar in the previous game, Gregor’s return acted as some justice.

ThePanthers had 14 overs to get through before stumps

Unfortunately for them, they lost three more wickets than they would have wanted. LiamSmith, Navod Edirisinghe andKanishja Ranthilakage could be doing alot of sitting around this week.

Theoretically, Jeeralang-Boolarra should get the required runs if they bat the 85 or so overs on Day2, but for skipper Heath, getting this message through to the line-up might be his biggest challenge.

While the Panthers have no shortage of players thatcan get hold of afew, many are either four or nothing, which should present the Tigers with plenty of wicket-taking opportunities.

Mirboo North captain Jed Alexander comesin

this week, and is expected to bowl agood quantity of overs.

CENTRALS is on track to secure an outright.

The Lionshave already won on firstinnings, and Traralgon West is already batting again.

The Eagles need to score 48 runs without losing six wickets just to make Centrals bat again.

After winning the toss at Apex Park,Centrals injected the Eagles, who were quickly in all sorts of strife at 4/7.

Marc Fenech and Rob Webber had the ball bending around corners, and took two wickets each on the opening onslaught.

From there, pace-off was called for, and spinner Joe Stuart came to life, taking five of the last six wickets to fall.

The Englishman has enjoyed agreat fortnight, taking aseven-fa and now afive-fa.

You will generally find it takesmostinternationals until after Christmas to get use to Australian conditions. It would appear Stuart has now found his feet.

Eagle’s veteran Brenton Howe played astoichand of 45 off 95 balls,which included asix, which made up agood portion of Traralgon West’s total of 73.

If conditions were in favour of thebowlers, Centrals certainly made amockery of them.

The Lions smashed 142 in 31.5 overs before declaring.

Traralgon West opened with spin turning in opposite directions, giving Rhys Falla and Adam Thow the new ball to try and turn afew into and away from the right-hander respectively.

Ethan Foley clubbedanunbeaten 70, while Webber and Tye Hourigan made 38 and 32.

The start to the Eagles’ second innings was almost acarbon copy of their first, as they sank to 4/16.

Once again, Webber and Fenech combined for a couple of new-ball wicketseach, and will be looking to add to their collection on Day 2.

Traralgon West is in all sorts of trouble at 4/21, and in great danger of losing by an innings.

Whenthings go wrong, they go horrendously wrong.

TRAFALGAR putupa good scoreagainst Willow Grove.

The Shipswere asked to haveahit, and set about making the most of the opportunity to bat on their hard deck with plenty of runs on offer.

Left-handers Liam White and Rhys Holdsworth put on 92 for the second wicket, with the former scoring 27.

Trafalgar captainAydan Connolly joined his predecessor, and took the side into tea in astrong position at 2/173.

Holdsworth scored avirtually chanceless century

before tea,inwhatwas his10th for the Ships, putting him equal-fourth on the club record.

In anicetouch, he was able to bring up the milestone in front of four generations of family.

Connolly departedfor 26, before sending the message to the rest of the order to start swinging.

Holdsworth continuedon, going past 150 to eventually post 154 -his highest score at Trafalgar Recreation Reserve.

Jackson Noonan played an attacking hand of 28 off 20 balls, sending five balls to the fence.

The Ships declared at 9/288, making the call at the last drinks break so they didn’t lose any time.

Former Trafalgar player David Bremner played his firstgamefor Willow Grove, and took 2/28,along with Josh Hammond (2/11), Liam Cumiskey (2/40) and Darcy Walsh (2/54).

Leg-spinner Walsh again impressed, and at just 14-years-of-age, thereisplentyofupside for the youngster. Given leg spin is the hardest craft to master, Walsh could well be bamboozling opponents in afew years’ time. Don’t forget, Warnie went for 150 on debut.

The Wolves had 19 overs to negotiate before stumps, and are 2/21 heading into Day 2.

Trafalgar’s time in the field was highlighted by Oliver Hennessy taking his first AGrade wicket, afterdelivering aballthat camebackintotake offstump.

Thingswould have certainly been differentfor Hennessyhad he not got his hands up to stopa return catchinthe nets at training duringthe week. The ball was literally millimetres from smashing all his front teeth out and sending his braces flying. (How would his poor mother have gone after that).

Back to the game, the Ships will look to make early inroads this Saturday,and haveanimmediate job at hand before thinking too far ahead.

While some might look at the scorecard and say the Ships have an outright in the making, getting 18 wickets in aday is atoughtaskinanyone’s language.

Last Saturday presented afew opportunities to reflect, in what was, amazingly,for many longstanding Trafalgar players, the first time they had ever played against Willow Grove.

It may come as asurprisetolearn that Trafalgar and Willow Grove entered discussions just alittle over 10 years ago about potentially joining forces.

The plan was to havethe best players fromeither club play for Trafalgar in AGrade,and social players play for Willow Grove in CGrade.

While that never quite came through, to now have two teams from asmall and relatively small towncompeting in AGrade,you would have to say is agood thing.

The Wolves didn’t look totally out of their depth

Dynamic duonew record holders

CRICKET LVDCL

THE recordsjust keep tumbling at Morwell Cricket Club.

Aweek after Mark Cukier becamethe Tigers all-time First XI leading run-scorer, Rob Semmler andKrisFortuin broke the record for the highest second grade opening partnership.

The pairput on 242against Newborough at Burrage Reserve in Latrobe ValleyDistrictCricket League Premier B.

Semmler scored amighty157,while Fortuin contributed 84.

Their efforts surpassed the previous record held by Mark Smith and Glenn Bone of 163 undefeated against Willow Grove in 2012/13.

In addition, Semmler’s knock saw him bring up his 5000th club run, and he was just 10 runs shy of the highest all-time score for Morwell against Newborough (167 from Davin Charleston), while the partnership itself was only six shy of the Morwell CC all-time opening partnership record of 248 held by Albert Cardwell and Colin(Gert) Mahoney since 1942/43.

Morwell’s score of 3/323 was their seventh highest Second XI team score.

Bearing in mind, Second XI cricket at Morwell involvedtwo-daygamesfrom 1948 to 1964and again from 1964 to 1984, and again in 2001. So to achieve a300-plusscore in today’s climate, where second grade matches are 45-overs-per-side,is quite astatistical achievement.

Unfortunately for Morwell bowler Clinton Monds, he picked abad week to take six-fa, as Semmler and Fortuin took all the limelight.

The statsman at Morwellhas been working overtime lately, with no shortage of milestones also achieved.

SamMooney recently registered 2000 club runs, andTravis Pickering 100 club wickets.

on Saturday, and in fairness to them, caught everything that came their way.

Makingthe step up fromB Grade however requires more than just skill level. For instance, mostAGrade playersare taught to keep an eye on the captainaftereveryball,but on afew occasions,Willow GroveskipperPeteGrima was seen signalling to players to move positions slightly, only for him to then need to call out, thus defeating the purpose of asubtlefield change.

Little things like that probably don’t matter too much in BGrade,but in AGrade,they can be the difference between getting awicket or not.

That being said, Willow Grove players looked to be fostering afun environment in the field -and that is not the worst approach to have.

Richmond won three flags just by having fun.

LV youngsters T20runner-up

CRICKET GCL BY LIAM DURKIN

LATROBE Valleylost the Gippsland Cricket League Twenty20 Under 18 Final on Sunday.

Travelling to Meerlieu to play Bairnsdale, the visitors elected to bat first after winning the toss.

An average batting effort saw Latrobe Valley close at 8/75 from their allottedovers

Only Ben Burrows with 34 made an impression in the scorebook.

Seth Smith caused havoc with the ball, taking 3/10, which included two maidens.

Bairnsdale had little trouble passing the required total, getting home with 14 balls and six wickets to spare.

Owen McLeod-Agland bowled well for Latrobe Valley, taking 1/5 off four overs with two maidens.

His Trafalgarteammate, Billy Claridge, took the catch for his wicket.

Smith was named Man of the Match.

Under 18 players in GCL Twenty20 play for the Cameron White Cup.

The final round of the Under 18 season will be played this Sunday (January 29), with the 50-over final to be held Sunday, February 5. Sale-Maffra are hosting the 50-over finals.

Hat-trick highlight

CRICKET LVDCL

BY LIAM DURKIN

YOUNG cricketer Baylee Beecherexperienced agreat thrill at the weekend, taking ahat-trick.

Playing for Thorpdale-Raiders in CGrade againstLatrobe at Maryvale Reserve No. 2, Beecher saw the Sharks close at 9/159 after taking the last three wickets to fall.

The Sharks were in apretty good position before Beecher wasintroducedinto the attack.

Coming on second-change, he started fairly innocuously,delivering amaidenfirst up, and was then hit for four off his second.

Little was anyone to know what the third over had in store.

Beecher went dot, one, one and then secured his first wicket, bowling abatsman.

Acatch was taken off the next ball, meaning it was time for ahat-trick ball.

Sure enough, another catch presented itself, which was duly taken.

Beecher ended with figuresof3/6 off 2.5 overs, as Thorpdale-Raiders eventually won by six wickets.

Perhaps fittingly, the hat-trick was taken at thehome of former Australianfastbowler Peter Siddle-still the lastAustralian to take aTest hat-trick.

Ahat-trick is always amemorable occasion for the player concerned, as well as their teammates.

Theycan be hard to get as well. Local journeyman quick Chris Johnson estimated he had been on at least 20 hat-tricks before finally getting one in 2016/17.

Cream of the crop: NewMorwell CricketClub record-holdersRob Semmler and Kris Fortuin.

photograph supplied

VictoriaCountry go back-to-back

BY TOM HAYES

THE Australian Country Cricket Championships came to aclose in Canberra,asVictoria walked away as deserved champions once again.

When we last published, Victoria was 4-0, sitting on top of the table with only two games remaining, with the title seemingly in their hands.

Following those two games, although losing to Western Australia, enough was already doneto seal the championship.

In Round 5, Victoria had the bye, thus receiving awell-deserved day off, before consecutive days of cricket to complete the tournament.

For Victoria’s Round 6fixture, it was atop-ofthe-table clash when it faced WA.

Captain Lee Stockdale, from Traralgon District Cricket Association club, Ex Students, was rested and Jordan Moran took the captaincy role for the day.

WA won the toss and elected to bowl, adecision that some teams were made to regret in the past.

Victoria’s Brayden Stepien and Cameron Williams put on a57-runstand forthe opening wicket, until the former was dismissed for aquick-fire 46 from 26, an innings that included nine boundaries.

Williams continued to knock them around, sticking around to see another three batting partners, until his innings was bought to an end via LBW for 62, when the score stood at 4/150.

Stratford’s Jack Rietschel made asteady 33 not out from 40 deliveries, while Sale’s Jack Wrigglesworth onlymadesix runs during his short stint at the crease.

Victoria endedits 50-overallotment withascore of 8/240, ascore that would need plenty of defending considering WA’s attack.

Victoria had WA on the ropes early at 2/20, as the tournament leaders put the pressure on.

Rietschel wasthe best of the local bowlers, taking the breakthrough wicket of Julian Crudeli for 59, via LBW.

WA’s fourth and fifth-wicket partnerships were practically enough to get the job done, as Victoria struggled to break the strong partnerships.

Rietschel grabbed another scalp,finishing with figures of 2/51 from his 10 overs, while Wrigglesworth was expensive from his 5.4 overs, going for 43 runs.

WA chased Victoria’s total with alittle over two overs remaining, an innings that included three half-centuries.

While Victoria took ahit to its record, they were still one point ahead of WA and four points clear of Queensland in third, still untouchable.

With the championship sealed, the Victorians played one last game against Australian Capital Territory, closing out the championships with a gutsy win.

ACT won the toss andchose to bat, posting a decent total of 6/280 from its 50 overs.

JackSanson top-scored for the ACT with 77 from 95, including 10 boundaries, four other batsmen chipped in with an innings of 25 or more.

Stockdale, back in the squad, took 2/49 from his 10 overs -the best figures for Victoria.

VETERANS CRICKET VICTORIA

ABloomfield

GKinnish

Mornignton Peninsula bowling: CShort7-2-26-0, CMcDonough 4-0-13-0, SBeggs 3-0-15-1, JBridgeman 7-0-28-1, AWalker 5-0-24-1, JJewiss 4-0-12-2, JChapple 3-0-20-0, JSimmonds 2-0-12-0, CLanting 3-0-22-1, JHarvey2-0-10-0

MorningtonPeninsula innings

AWalker cAnders bRogers. 13

JSimmonds. lbw bRogers. 19

ADavie retired 40

SBeggs c&b Hennessy. 36

JChapple lbw bRankin 16

JBridgeman cMcDonald bRoss 1

CMcDonough not out 20

JJewiss cSpiterib Bloomfield 24 GSymes not out 10 Extras (nb1, w3,b3, lb5) 12

Overs. 38.4

Rietschel was unable to take awicket yet only went for 34 from his 10 overs, while he also took acatch in the field off the bowling of Stockdale.

Withthe bat, Stepienwas quickoff the markonce again, racing to 34 from 15 before his dismissal.

With the score at 3/54, things weren’t looking so certain for Victoria, but amonster fourth-wicket partnership from Nathan Walsh and Jake Toohey put the odds back in favour of Victoria, as they scored 116 not out and 69 respectively.

AfterToohey’s dismissal, the score stoodat4/205, but the win was still in doubt as the tail dropped easily.

The presence of Walsh helped Victoria, as he brought up his ton with the chase still alive.

Rietschel and Stockdalewere welcomed to the crease for short stays, making two and 11 respectively.

The winning runs were hit in the final over withthreeballs remaining, Victoria ending the championships on the highest note possible.

Stockdale finished the championships with the second-most wickets for Victoria, ranking sixth overall for wickets taken with eight scalps, at an average of 16.25 runs per wicket.

Wrigglesworth was not too far behind, with seven wickets at an average of 16, while Rietschel finished with six wickets at an average of 26.67.

Cameron Wheeler took the most wickets for Victoria with 10, and was one of one two people to take afive-wicket haul throughout the tournament.

Withthe bat, Stockdalescored79runswith an average of 39.5, outdonebya few Victorian teammates. He was especially outdone by Walsh, whoscoredthe most runs throughout the entire

tournament, 340 to be exact -20more than the next best.

He was the only player to scoretwo centuries, while averaging 85 runs per innings; to put into contexthow crazythat is, the next best average

GoannasOver50s sufferclosedefeat

CRICKET VETERANS

BY ANTHONY BLOOMFIELD

THE Gippsland Goannas Over 50 cricket team onceagainhit the road, travellingtothe picturesque Jubilee OvalinFrankston to meetthe relatively unknown newly formed Mornington Peninsula Over-50 side on Sunday, January 17.

The ground was aspectacleand in lawn bowlscondition, although the dry-looking wicket with aseries of plate cracks saw skipper, Graeme Rankin,have no hesitation in batting first after winning the toss.

Anthony Bloomfield and Geoff Kinnish got the innings off to asolid start of 30 before Kinnish was bowled from agreat delivery, which saw Geoff Wells come to the wicket.

He immediatelycaressed aboundary but was soon on his way when caught in no man’s land and was bowled.

Brad McDonald and Bloomfield were putting together agood partnership until McDonald decided that agame of tip and run was on the cards, unfortunatelyfor Bloomfield, arguably the best fielder in over-50s cricket threw to the keeper to see Bloomfield torched by his batting partner leavinghim well short of his ground for 33.

McDonald thenlost his wicket shortly after for 22 andRankincameand went for agolden duck, to leave the Goanna’s reeling at 5/71.

Pat Spiteri and Steve Rogers battedbeautifully,

playing some lustystrokes and took the score to 130beforeSpiteri was on his way for an innings high 36.

The final overs saw some very good running betweenthe wickets, which pushed the scoreto what wasfelt to be avery competitive total as the wicket continued to deteriorate.

Afteryet another mix up in the middle, Rogers departed for ahard hitting 33. Paul Hennessy and Chris Anders continued on, Hennessy dismissed for 10, Anders remained not out on 28 at the close of the innings, and new comer, David Ross, finished on one not out to see the innings finish at 9/188 at the completion of the 40 over allocation.

Afterashortchangeover between innings, some very hungry soldiers took to the field to setabout defending the total.

Bloomfield was banished after just two overs of sending downcustard tarts, while Rogers completed afine opening spelltofinish with 2/15 from his seven overs, removing both of the Mornington opening batsmen.

The spin twins in Spiteri andHennessy bowled well in tandem, but as the game progressed, things were looking quite grim as the Goannas justcouldnot get any penetration until Hennessy tossed one up and took ahanger to remove aMornington opponent who was batting extremely well.

Mornington were coasting, and at 3/122 from 23 overs it was going to take something special for the Goannas to get back into the game.

Quick wickets then fell to Rankin and Ross, who took his first Goannas wicket, which again had the gameevenly poised. Rossbowled extremely well to finish with 1/28 from his seven overs, although at one point he did look to fake agroin strain while fielding, but made amiraculousrecovery.

The skipper was scouringthe fieldtofind his allotment of bowlers. McDonald by his selfproclaimedreportshad been ripping his leg spinners since the Christmasbreak, so there was an air of confidence around the Goannas camp when he had the ball in hand.

Sadly the pressure of the situation got to him and McDonaldproceeded to bowl acouple of double bouncers that ended up on wickets five and six, instead of wicket three which was in use, and after asingleoverwhich madeJohn Howard look like alittle like Dennis Lillee, McDonald’s leg spinning day had to be put on ice. Sadly for McDonald, his inability to deliver could see him resigned to the designated non-bowling duties along with former skipper Wells for future games.

The game was going right down to the wire, however in the end the Mornington Peninsula side, who clearly moved alittle more freely in the field than many of the Goannas, scored the winning runs with eight balls to spare, resulting in another close and disappointing loss for the Goannas.

was 69.75, by ACT’s Sanson.

The Vics have now gone back-to-back at the, following their 2020 triumph.

Players will now return to their respective clubs to finish the seasons, chasing more glory in 2023.

Back-to-back: TheVictoria Countryside formallyawarded with theirmedals

Champs: VictoriaCountry retain thechampionshipshield.

photographs supplied

Action-packed TDCA

CRICKET TDCA

ARIDICULOUS weekend of crickettook place in the Traralgon DistrictCricket Association last Saturday and Sunday.

Matchesoriginally scheduled for Round15were played on Saturday, while Sunday was used as acatch-upfor Round 11. Results from these back-to-back matches may have big ramifications for many clubs pushing for premiership success.

SATURDAY

GLENGARRY got afright from a young Rovers team who are trying all they can to shake up the top four.

TheMagpies won the tossand sent Rovers in knowing that their two quickest bowlers in Cam Graham and Nat Freitag were unavailable.

The Magpies started well and had Rovers 2/8, but Rovers skipper Dougal Williams steadied the ship, taking the score to over 100 before being dismissed for 50.

LachlanPatterson then chimed in with arun-a-ball 45 to get the tally up to adefendable 174.

To say games between these two clubs in recent history have been fiery is an understatement, and this match was no exception.

Some blurry lines of sportsmanship were toed as mankad warnings were issued throughout theRoversinnings, which were then reciprocated during Glengarry’s and some ‘Rovers banter’ also fired the Glengarry batsmen up, which seemed to work as Rovershad the premiership favourite 6/79 and in desperate trouble at one point.

Enter BenMarks, whohas regularlybeen the dependable lower order batsman to dig Glengarry out of ahole (although he hasn’t had to do it for some time).

Throughamixture of unique stroke play, hard runningand a whole lot of grit and determination, he took the score to 125 with Lachlan Clark, and then finished off the game partnered by Max Merton, who made arun-a-ball 21 himself.

Rovers bowled well and applied the pressure, but whenBen Marks digs in he’s hard to remove, and unfortunately for Rovers this may be the matchthat not only got awaybut coststhem afinals spot

EX STUDENTS travelled to Roger Ries Oval after an extended Christmas break, although the successfulVic Countrycaptain Lee Stockdale wasn’t playing after taking out theAustralian Country Cricket Championships in Canberra

Missing Stockdale certainly makes things difficult, but the Sharks would havebeen very happy to have Jackson McMahon back in theline-up and confident they could still walk away with the win.

Matt Barry had other ideas thoughasthe young spinner was given the task of opening the bowling for Toongabbie, and with the score on three, he had already bowled both Matt Dyke and James Pryde.

Once Toongabbie smell blood in the water they are lethal, and they went about dismantling Ex Students as the Sharks were skittled for 89 in 37 overs.

Barry made the most impact to finish withfigures of 3/15, while KeenanHughesclaimed 3/14 himself.

Granted 89 seems likeavery easy score to chase, but against a team like Ex Students who never give up in any situation, it was going to be tough.

Toongabbie would have been thinking if only they didn’tbowl 20 wides to add to the opposition score, but still, the Rams went out with apositive mindset and it worked for them, as they didn’t

lose awicket until the score was on 40.

It was slow going, but Toongabbie were able to creep ever closer until oldheads Tom Shippen and Jason Veneman got the team home five down.

Andrew Matthews did all he could taking threewickets, but Toongabbie got the win, although may have celebrated too much, taking their focus off Sunday’s match.

GORMANDALE went into the match against Imperials winless and down on confidence.

When Imperials captain, Ryan Morley, won the toss, he decided to send the Tigers in.

When Gormandale was 1/137 though, Imperials were scratchingtheir headswondering what just happened, especially when Morley had gone off the ground due to injury.

Imps clawed their way back to then have Gormandale 4/143, whichcouldhave been alot worse for the batting team had Imperials held their catches, but Gormandale were able to cash in and take the score up to 7/212 from 50 overs.

Matt Hibbs was best for the Tigers, making 63, followed by Chris Lehner who felltwo runs short of his half-century, while extras had another goodday as the Imperial bowlers bowled 30 wides between them.

With Morley unable to bat until number seven due to being off the field injured, Tom Starkey opened the batting with Dom Thompson. Starkeycould onlysurvive two ballsasGormandale,who seem to be the only team who still field someone at gullyinthe TDCA, put their most athletic fielder in the position and with cat-like reflexes snared amagnificent catch that rolled up his arm andlodged in his armpit.

That set the tone for the innings, andalthoughsome fight was shown fromDilshan Thillekarathna who made 42, it was all Gormandale, who went on to knock over Imperials in the 37th over for 109.

Adam Brady was the best bowler of the day claiming 4/23, while Yohan Soyza claimed the brilliant figures of 3/6 from his six overs.

SUNDAY

ANOTHER beautiful day presenteditself, and with the results of Saturday’s matches fresh in every players mind, it was acase of readjusting for some teams, while others would hope to carry momentum into this day.

FRESH from the bye the day before, Yarram District welcomed Ex Students to the Yarram Recreation Reserve for the first time.

Ex Students liked the lookofthe wicket so much they decided to bat first,but again for the second time in weekend, found themselves in early trouble at 2/35.

This time, Matt Dyke wasstill in and James Prydewas yet to bat, but the pressure brought by Yarram’s bowlers was certainly giving the batsmen problems.

Withthe scoreon6/109, Ex Students would have been thinking about ascore of 150+ until Ant Scott camebackontobowl and ripped throughthe lowerorder as Ex Studentslost their last four wicketsfor zero runs.

Afired-up Scott, who is bowling quick and aggressive at the moment, claimed 5/24 for his troubles, as Ex Students were dismissed for 117.

Yarram District are aconfident teamwho play very aggressive cricket and never die wondering, but when the Sharks started to circleand had the home team in massive trouble at 5/27, the Pelicans had to regroup and tick the scoreboardoveralittleslower than they usually do.

For the second time in two days,

the Ex Students bowlers applied the pressureand on Sunday were able to take regular wickets.

The game continued to get tighter and tighter, and when Griffin Underwood was dismissed for 13 with the score 8/100 it was anyone’s guess as to who would win.

Thecooland experienced head of Jeremy Babb got the home team over the line though with a well compiled 27 under immense pressure, which meant his team jumped Ex Students into second spot and potentially into aposition to host ahome final this season.

TOONGABBIE were flying after knocking over Ex Students the day before, and after seeing Gormandale make over200 the day before had no hesitation in batting first.

Rob Wheildon only got one but Tim Dunn and GerardMcilroy made up foritbothmaking 47 and 52 respectively. Imperials tightened up theirextras,as Toongabbie crept to ascoreof 9/193atthe closure of their innings.

The feeling clubs have with Imperials this season is ‘knock overRyan Morleyand the game is over’,sowhenToongabbie removed the TDCAleading run scorer for his second duck in three innings, it looked as if the match was going to be over quickly, but what was to comenext was certainly not in the Toongabbie script.

Imperialscontinued to fight and their batsmenworked hard as Starkey made 22, Scott Aitken 19, Thillekarathna 30 and Josh Jennings 25, which had the score at 7/120.

Arain delay from an incredible storm then posedanissue forboth teams, but the storm passed and arevisedtargetwas then set with Toongabbie still on top.

Needing quickrunstowin the match, 17-year-old Ashan Keppitipola smashed aquick 32 whichincluded four foursand a six to reach the revised total and secure athrilling victory for the Imperials Cricket Club.

Awin in this match would have guaranteed afinals berth for the Rams, who would be devastated, especially after what they were able to do the day before.

For Imperials, the win should showthem thatbattingdepth is crucialand to continue to give responsibility to younger players and not just rely on the older ones.

ROVERS were lookingtomake amends fortheir dropped game against Glengarrythe day before, and had agreat opportunity with the visiting Gormandale.

The Tigers batted first but just didn’t adjust to batting on what could onlybedescribed as a difficult wicketcompared to the CatterickCrescent wicketthey played on the day before.

Roversbowled well but fielded terribly, dropping lots of catches. It didn’t matter in the end as Gormandale batted poorly and were eventually all out for 106 in just 34 overs.

The Tigers had acrack andmade Rovers earn the win, but it was a case of too little too late as Simon Duff batted well for 37 to be the difference in the match.

Roversare still in with ashot of playing finals this season, but need plenty to go their way.

Maybe the Glengarry game will come backtohauntthem,but with Imperials, Yarram District and Gormandale all in the next three weeks, acouple of winsmight have them breathing down the necks of Toongabbie.

Amazingly, acrossthe past weekend, six out of the seven A Grade teams in theTDCA won agame, which is quite aunique circumstance and showswhatone day cricket can do.

TDCA SCOREBOARD

AGRADE ROUND 15 (SATURDAY)

Gormandale defImperials Gormandale Innings

NScammell .c Starkey bThillekarathna 4

CLehnher .c &bSizeland 48 MHibbs .c Sizeland bStarkey .63 YSoyza runout 2 CPeavey. .c unknown bSizeland. 15 HRichards not out 14 JJacobsen .lbw bThillekarathna 5 GSwan. .lbw bDunstan 5 ABrady .not out 16 Extras .(nb 0, w30, b2,lb5). 37 Overs. 50.0

Total. 7/212(cc)

Imperials bowling: TStarkey 9-2-36-1, SAitken 8-1-25-0, R Williams3-0-15-0, DThillekarathna 10-1-39-2, DThompson 4-0-22-0, BSizeland 10-1-32-2, JTwite 2-0-14-0, PDunstan 4-0-21-1

ImperialsInnings

TStarkey .c Scammell bBrady 2 DThompson lbw bBrady 7 SAitken .lbw bSoyza 17 BSizeland. lbw bSoyza 11

DThillekarathna bPeavey. 42 AKeppitipola bSoyza 1 RMorley. cLehnerb Jarvis 2 JTwite runout (Brady) 7 RWilliams not out 0

MAdams cGafabBrady 1 PDunstan bBrady 0 Extras .(nb 0, w14, b1,lb3). 18 Overs. 36.5 Total. 109

Gormandale bowling: ABrady 7.5-1-23-4, CPeavey8-0-30-1, N Scammell 3-1-7-0, YSoyza 6-1-6-3, MHibbs 6-0-22-0, EJarvis 6-0-17-0

Glengarry def Rovers

Rovers Innings

TPearce cClarke bWaackHawkins 5 DDuncan c&bJenkin. 1 LLittle. bAllen 14 DWilliams. cJenkinbSMarks 50 EWilliams cB Marks bJenkin. .19 LPatterson bAllen 45 MFloyd cAllen bJenkin 0 SDuff. bAllen 4 WCoad bFMarks 4 CSchmidt not out 12

JLynch cSMarks bMayberry. 0 Extras. (nb 1, w15, b0,lb4). 20 Overs. 49.4 Total. 174

Glengarrybowling: GWaackHawkins 6-3-6-1, AJenkin 10-5-12-3, MMerton4-0-18-0, BMayberry4.4-0-20-1, NAllen 10-1-44-3, FMarks 10-0-45-1, SMarks 5-0-25-1

GlengarryInnings

AJenkin cD WilliamsbPatterson 22 FMarks lbw bLynch 13 SMarks cD Williams bDuff. .21 CDunn lbw bE Williams .0 BMayberry. cPearce bPatterson 5 NAllen. runout (E Williams) 0 BMarks not out 45 LClark cPearce bD Williams 18 MMerton. not out 21 Extras (nb 2, w23, b2,lb4). 31 Overs. .45.5 Total. 7/176

Rovers bowling: MFloyd 3-0-26-0, JLynch 5-0-31-1, LPatterson 10-2-30-2, EWilliams 10-3-25-1,S Duff 9.5-1-30-1, DWilliams 8-1-29-1

Toongabbie def Ex Students

Ex Students Innings

MDyke. bBarry 2 JPryde bBarry 0 MRobertson c&bShippen. 8 MMembrey cDunn bBarry. 9 JMcMahon bMoran 16 DTrease cunknown bMoran .16 AJaensch bHughes 2 MWarne cDunn bHood .13

AMatthews bHughes 0 MBentley. bHughes 0 NThomson. not out 0 Extras (nb 0, w20, b0,lb4). 24 Overs. .36.5 Total. 89

Toongabbie bowling: KHughes 10-2-14-3, MBarry 8-3-15-3, T Shippen 6-1-26-1, SMoran 10-2-22-2, BHood2.5-1-8-1

Toongabbie Innings

DBarry lbw bBentley. 14

RWheildon lbw bMembrey. 25

TDunn cDykeb Matthews. 12 GMcilroy cJaensch bMatthews 14 KHughes cDykeb Matthews. 2 TShippen not out 7

JVeneman. not out 5 Extras (nb 5, w5,b0,lb3). .13 Overs. 34.3 Total. 5/90

Ex Students bowling: AMatthews 10-3-17-3, JPryde 8-1-14-0, M Bentley5-0-20-1, MMembrey 9.3-1-25-1, NThomson 2-0-11-0

AGRADE ROUND 11 (CATCH-UP ROUNDSUNDAY)

Rovers def Gormandale Gormandale Innings

NScammell .b Patterson 10

JJacobsen bPatterson 3

HRichards cLittle bPatterson 7 MHibbs .c Nikodemski bPatterson 16

CPeavey. .b Duff 18

YSoyza cPearce bDuff. .5

TReynolds. cDuffb Williams. 19

ABrady lbw bDuff. 10 TGafa. cCanning bWilliams. 0 TBell lbw bWilliams. .5 EJarvis .not out. 1

Extras (nb 1, w8,b0,lb3). 12

Overs. 33.5 Total. 106

Rovers bowling: LPatterson 10-1-31-4, JLynch 6-1-13-0, J Canning 2-0-8-0, SDuff9-1-30-3, DWilliams 6.5-0-21-3

Rovers Innings

TPearce .b Brady. 1 SDuff. bSoyza 37

LLittle .run out (Hibbs, Soyza) 20 DWilliams .c Jacobsen bHibbs. 2

JLynch .lbw bBrady 1

LPatterson not out 21 WCoad cunknown bJarvis 0 CSchmidt not out 11

Extras. (nb1,w12, b0,lb3). 16 Overs. .37 Total. 6/109

Gormandale bowling: ABrady 10-4-24-2, CPeavey3-0-17-0, Y Soyza 10-7-9-1, MHibbs 7-1-31-1, EJarvis 5.3-0-14-1, TGafa 1-0-11-0

Yarram District defExStudents Ex Students Innings

MDyke. .c O’Keefeb Askew 17

PRichards .c O’Keefeb Scott. 9 MStockdale. .b Griffiths. 9

MMembrey cBabbbScott. 12 JMcMahon .b O’Keefe. 27

JPryde .stMooreb Babb. .4 MWarne. .c O’Keefeb Scott. 0

DChurchill cRash bScott. 7

CPotalej bScott. .0 AMatthews bO’Keefe 0 NThompson not out 0 Extras .(nb 1, w6,b 0, lb 5) 12 Overs. 48.1

Total. 117

Yarram District bowling: KGriffiths 10-3-20-1, AScott9.1-3-24-5, DO’Keefe9-1-28-2, BAskew 10-0-21-1, JBabb10-4-19-1

Yarram District Innings

JMoore. .c Dyke bPryde 12 DRash .c Membrey bMatthews 4 DO’Keefe cPotalej bPryde 1 JSwift .c WarnebPryde .0 BLayton. c& bMatthews 4 AScott. .c Membrey bChurchill 23 MGarland lbw bChurchill 13 GUnderwood cPryde bMatthews .13 JBabb. not out 27 BAskew not out 6 Extras (nb 0, w11, b0,lb5). 16 Overs. .42.2 Total. 8/119

Ex Students Bowling: AMatthews 10-0-26-3, JPryde 9.2-2-20-3, MBentley3-0-14-0, MMembrey 10-1-33-0, DChurchill 1-0-21-2

Imperials def Toongabbie (DLS)

Toongabbie Innings

DBarry. .c Adamsb Dunstan 23 RWheildon cAdams bStarkey 1 TDunn cStarkey bThillekarathna 47 GMcIlroy .c MorleybStarkey .52 KStoddart. bThillekarathna. 1 KHughes bDunstan .16 TShippen cAnderson bThompson 8 BFleming bStarkey .10 HBroad .not out 11 BHood .run out (unknown) 1 MBarry. .not out 0 Extras. (nb 1, w16, b5,lb1). 23 Overs. 50 Total. 9/193(cc)

Imperials bowling: TStarkey 10-1-40-3, SAitken 10-2-23-0, D Thompson 9-0-34-1, DThillekarathna 5-0-33-2, PDunstan 1-0-30-2, JTwite6-1-27-0

Imperials Innings

RMorleylbw .b Hughes 0 DThompson bHughes. 6 TStarkey .c Shippen bStoddart. 22 SAitken. lbw bFleming 19

DThillekarathna cHood bShippen .30

JJennings cBarrybFleming 25 DCampbell bFleming 0 JAnderson lbw bFleming 19

AKeppitipola not out 32

JTwite not out 8 Extras. (nb 1, w14, b0,lb1). 16 Overs. .41.1 Total. .8/177

Toongabbie bowling: KHughes 9-0-34-2, MBarry10-2-30-0, T Shippen 7-0-39-1, KStoddart6-0-32-1, BFleming 8-0-27-4, B Hood 1-0-10-0, RWheildon 0.1-0-4-0

GLENGARRY-BYE

CGRADE- ROUND 10 (SATURDAY)

Toongabbie 60 (J Dwyer3/33, TDwyer 2/6,SSaju 2/9)def by Glengarry4/77(AHodson 36*); Ex Students 8/179(cc) (P Richards 54,S Thompson 40, PHennessy39, NRuthford3/8, BNikodemski 2/20) def Rovers 8/166(cc) (R Martin 66, ADonoghue 41*, Avan Zuyden 33, PHennessy3/28); Yarram &District2/296(cc) (N Milne 142*, MEarles 123*) def Imperials 9/64 (J Saunders4/5).

Next generation of stars

TENNIS TRARALGON INTERNATIONAL

BY TOM HAYES

AFTER eight long days on the courts of Gippsland, the Traralgon Junior International came to aclose on Wednesday, January 18.

The day of the finals, Wednesday, presented the Traralgon crowdwith the two singles finalsand two doubles finals to be played in the evening.

While in the meantime, the qualifiers for the Australian Open Junior Qualifiers were underway on the other courts.

Competing in the girls Final were seventh seed Russian 15-year-old, Mirra Andreeva, who faced an unseeded Turk, Melisa Ercan.

Whileinthe boys Final, we saw two unseeded playersgohead-to-head.

On one side of the courtwas 15-year-oldItalian, FedericoCina, whofaced Kyle Kang from the US.

The finals were scheduled to start at 4:30pm, yet due to rain delays, nothing started until almost an hour later.

This wasn’t the only rain delay we would witness on that Wednesday night, as the night ahead looked long.

The boys Final was substantiallyshorterthan the girls, as Cina won in three sets against Kang; 6-4, 4-6, 6-2.

Cina set the tone and was first to break the serve of his opponent, allowing him to build a first set advantage.

But, just like Cina did in the first set,Kang didinthe second, to even the scores going into the deciding set.

Cina appeared to be much more composed, as his opponent continued to suffer from unforced errors, allowing Cina to take an advantage.

Cinagot outtoa 5-2leadinthe third setabout to serve for the title, then it began to rain.

Just one game short of the title and he had to head back to the sheds for an extended break.

Following over an hour of waiting,the players were asked to return to the courts, and the boys made their way over to show court two.

With one game needed to take out the title, Cinadid what was neededwithminimalistic effort, to defeat Kang in the final set.

It was only the second time all tournament that Cina was taken to afinal set, so kudos to Kang for his efforts.

“It was afantastic week, see you next year,” Cina said to the crowd, hinting he will return to compete in 2024.

“Grazie (Thank-you) Traralgon.”

Over on show court one, Andreeva and Ercan encountered an everlasting battle that had spectators in the stands on the edge of their seats.

Andreeva climbed to an early one set lead, taking out the first set 6-2, breaking Ercan twice.

The youngster looked to have the Turk on the ropesearly,always putting her on the back-foot to defend her onslaught.

It was evident that Ercan’s mentality changed in the second set, perhaps using offence as the best type of defence, beginning an attacking battle.

Ercan showed Andreeva what she was made of in the second set, never backing down from the fight, despite it being that way on the scoreboard.

Ercan then won the second set; 6-3, forcing a third,deciding set, but then thatrain decided to cover the court.

Just like the boys, the girls had to wait for over an hour to step foot back on the court to battle it out of the title.

When they returned, they exerted any last amount of energy they had in the tank, giving the spectators ashow.

Ercan broke Andreeva’sserve early to hold the advantage, but this didn’t take anything away from the physical torment the girls looked to be going through.

Ercan continued to power through the final set, using her lead to her advantagetothen serve for the title.

Which she did expertly, to close the game out; 2-6,6-3, 6-4, in amatch that lasted just over two hours.

Funny how two unseeded players managed to take out the tournament in both singles divisions.

“Itwas afantasticweek for me,” Ercan said during thepresentation.

“It was incredible, thank-you so much.”

While the girls finished up on the show court one, the boys doubles were finishing up too on court nine.

America’s Learner Tien and Cooper Williams, seeded sixth, took out the boys doubles tournament in straight sets; 6-2, 6-4.

Tien and Williams could well have faced one another in the singles Final, yet were both knocked outinthe Semi Finals by the two eventual finalists.

You couldn’t possibly wipe the smile off their faces, as they were joined by countryman, Kang, who showed his support afterlosing the singles.

“It was alot of fun,definitely not the time start we planned for, but nonetheless, great match,” Williams said.

“It was agreat tournament, it was agreat week for me and Learner.”

The presentation took off on the show courts, as runners-up collected their trophies and the winners did so too, walking away with a traditional Akubra hat.

“On behalf of Tennis Australia, it’s been a pleasure to be here this week,” TennisAustralia’s Francis Soyer said.

Following the presentation, the girls doubles was due to start, as Andreevawas competingin it too,alongside fellow Russian Aline Korneeva.

The two Russians faced off against Japanese duo Sayaka Ishii and Ena Koike.

Despite playing asingle matchfor over two hours, Andreeva returned to the court, looking unfazed by thefact she only finishedamatch half an hour ago.

Shemadeither mission to make sure she wouldn’t just losetwo finals in one night, but also get her hands on an Akubra.

Boy, did she make it look easy.

Andreeva and Korneeva stormed to the title, as asmall crowd watched on as the night grew cold andold

By around 10:45pm, the last match of the tournament hadfinalised, as Andreeva and Korneevadefeated the Japanese pairinstraight sets; 6-3, 6-2.

When Soyer asked the winners if they wanted to say afew words, the girls both responded with: “to who?”

Practically everyonehad gone home by this stage, only around 10 to 15 people remained at the courts.

“I want to say thank you to everyonewho stayed until the end to watch our doubles,” Andreeva said.

The Traralgon Tennis Association courts were then host to the Australian Open Junior Qualifiers, meaning the fun didn’t stop for long.

At last: Russian duo MirraAndreeva and Alina Korneeva finallygot their hands on a pair of Akubra’s.

Dynamic duo: Boys doubles champions CooperWilliams and Learner Tien saysome wordsduring the presentation.

Winner: Girls championMelisa Ercan speaks to thecrowd

Thanks: Boys champion Federico Cina thanks theeveryone in attendance fortheir support,whilesporting his newAkubra.

Focus: Federico Cina abouttostrikethe ball in thefinal all other photographs tomhayes

Determined: Despitegoing aset down, nothing stoppedMelisa Ercan from coming backintothe match.

Team effort: The girls singlesfinalists and boys singles and doubles finalists pictured with theball boys and girls. photograph tyronbramwell

Millartakes trophy again

GOLF TRARALGON PRO AM

BY TOM HAYES

THE Traralgon Golf Clubwas hosttothe Traralgon Pro-Am from Thursday, January 19 to Friday, January 20.

Across two days of action, aclear winner was announced on Friday evening.

The action began as early as Thursday morning, when defending champion,Queensland’s Tim Hart, did the unheard of, scoring ahole-in-one on the Par 412thhole.

“You can’tsee the greenoranything but Ihit agood shot. Iwalked up to the green and saw there was no golf ball anywhere.Ichecked over thebackofthe green and it wasn’t there either,” Hart told PGA

“I thought it might have clipped one of the trees and come up short and then Iwalked past the hole and sure enough it was in the hole.”

It was the first time that someone had ever recordedahole-in-one on the 303-metre 12th hole at Traralgon.

This helped Hart to the top of the leader board at the end of day one, joined by previous winner, Matthew Millar from the ACT.

Both Hart and Millar wereeight-under par, after Millar eagled on the Par 516th, along with six birdies.

The two sat one stroke ahead of Ben Paine and Simon Hawkes, with aday of play remaining.

In the second round the following day, Millar began with abirdie on the first hole, while Hart started with two bogeys.

Hart bounced back with anumberofbirdies, but then fell off on the back nine, while Millar aimed for 14-under.

Though Millar was denied his goal of 14-under, thanks to abogey on the 11th, his score of fiveunder added to his existing score compiled for a total of 13-under

“I had agoal of getting to 14-under. Ithought if Igot to 14, Istill could lose, but you’d be pretty stiff,”Millar told PGA upon winning the Traralgon Pro-Am.

“Unfortunately, Icame up one short, but it was still plenty anyway.

“I’vehad agreat coupleofdays. Yesterday Ididn’t do much wrong and today was pretty similar.

“There was alittle patch early in the back nine, holes 11 and 12, where Iwas alittle bit out of position.

“But outside of that Iplayedreally well and absolutely thrilled to win.”

Millar finished three strokes clear of next best, Hawkes and Andrew Kelly, taking home the title alongside the $5388 prize money.

The 46-year-old joins an illustrious crew of four other people to win the Traralgon Pro-Am on multiple occasions; Greg Norman, Darren Cole, Scott Laycock and Peter Wilson.

Laycockisa three-timewinnerin2010, 2011 and 2013, while Cole is afour-time champion in the years 1995, 1996, 1999 and 2001.

Millarwas presented his trophybyLatrobe City Deputy Mayor,Dan Clancy, who had abusy week at the Traralgon Junior TennisInternational and theTraralgon Pro-Am.

Successful pro-am return at Trafalgar Golf Club

GOLF

THE Trafalgar Golf Club Pro-Am made atriumphant return on Tuesday, January 17.

Ahost of professionals joined everyday players, for what was the club’s first pro-am event in some 10 years.

Course conditions wereimmaculate, upholding Trafalgar’s reputation as one of the premier country courses in Victoria.

Queenslander Chris Wood ended up winning the event.

Woodfollowed on fromhis victory at Neangar Park with aone-shot win from Ben Ferguson (66) with Brock Gillard (67) afurther shotbackinthird. Starting from the 18thtee, it tookonly until the

On the links

GOLF was certainlyonthe agenda last week, with anumber of pro-ams across the region.

Here, we had Traralgon and Trafalgar each hosting events, while further afield, Maffra and Bairnsdale also got in on the act.

There was agood turnouttothe Trafalgar Pro-Am on Tuesday last week, in what was the club’s first pro-am in over adecade.

Amateur players were each given ashowbag upon arrival, which contained things such as adrink bottle, golf ball, tees and various golf literature.

My thanks to officials at Trafalgar and Traralgon for getting me aspotfor each event.

It is always fascinating watching how cleanly the professionals hit the ball, and at the other end of the scale, alsosomewhatrefreshing when they too end up in the rough with you.

There is probably aperception thatprofessional golfers alllivethe high life, but playing with them in local pro-ams, you realise just how far from glamorous most of them have it.

The pro Iplayed with at Traf had driven down from Queensland, while the one Iplayed with in Traralgon travelled from pro-am to pro-am in a caravan toed by his old man.

While most of us know what we are getting paideach week, theseguyshavetofinish in the top 25 or so to get aslice of the prize money

Asking alocal oncewhy they turned down the opportunity to go pro, they simply said “there’s just no money in it”.

Still going strong

NEVER thoughtIwould say this,but,‘Go Traralgon’.

The Traralgon Junior International celebrated its 30th birthday recently.

I’ll always know how long the Traralgon International has been going -it’sonly one year older than me.

Agathering at the Traralgon Tennis Association for the official launch recently was highlighted by anumberofguest speakers, who spoke about the tournament’s origin and growth.

While peopleoften jokethat‘Traralgon gets everything’, their ambition to strive for the best needs to be applauded.

Traralgon didn’t just want any old tennis

Par4 first for Wood to notch the first of six birdies in his round of five-under 65, his only droppedshot coming at the Par 315th.

“Coming from Queensland,it’salwaysapleasure to come down here,” he told PGA

“Even the country courses are always apleasure to putt on.

“Definitely finding some similaritiesout there on thegreensfor sure.

“First time playing the course today, really enjoyed how the greens were rolling and really enjoyed the layout as well.

“Mixtureofshort Par 4s andgettable Par 5s which made for alot of chances for birdies out there.”

Wood is currently 14th on the PGA Tour of Australasia Order of Merit.

With nine events left in the season, he was confident in his game coming out of the Christmas break.

“Game’s slowly coming back together after abit of abreakover Christmas and New Year,”hesaid.

“Just keep doing what I’m doing and try and sharpenupbefore the tour events start. I’m always trying to keep the scorecard fairly clean and limit the mistakes.

“I find around these courses you’ve got to chip and putt well and that’s what I’ve done the last couple of days.”

TGC is located at 230 GibsonsRd, Trafalgar.

their last six games, and looked acompletely different team after the Round 14 bye.

THE WEEK IN SPORT

withLiam Durkin

tournament-they wanted an international tournament.

Who was to think it would evolve into one of the most prestigious junior events in world tennis.

At the launch, Tennis Australia officials were in attendance, and interviewed afew players, some of whom might become household names in years to come.

In its three-page preview for the event, it was remiss of this paper to forget to mention current women’s World No. 1Iga Swiatek won at Traralgon just six years ago.

Judging the mood, there was aclear sense of pride from allinthe Traralgon Tennis Association for the part they had played in reaching the 30 milestone.

Collaboration and dedication werealso hallmarksthatstood out.

As the night rolled on, and people enjoyed the food and drinks on offer, therewas Traralgon Tennis Club’s Tristan Salerno busy stringing racquets together, long after the players had gone home.

The uncontrollable

AS local sport often does, you bump into people in your travels and end up striking up conversations out of nothing.

Chattingtoa Foster Football-NetballClub official last week, Iasked how they were finding the new Mid Gippy.

They saidthey hadenjoyedthe competition, but were just disappointed in how their own season ended last year.

Indeed, the Tigers looked like winning it, after peakinglate in the regular season to finish third on the ladder.

Foster seemed to come from nowhere to win

Duringthat run,they beat eventual grand finalists Newborough by 27 points.

However,come finals, they wereslated to play at Meeniyan,aground they,inthe words of this official, ‘struggle to play well at’.

The Tigers lost that final to Yinnar by seven points, the Magpies of coursewent on to win the flag.

The luck of the draw in afinal.

Early days

WHILE on footy, most, if not all, clubs will now be into the throws of preseason.

At the risk of diving into clichés, it is true that youcan’t win apremiership in preseason, but youcan certainly lose one.

It is too early to predict anything,but going off player signings and retention in the Gippsland League, you would have to say most teams will be as good, if not better than they were in 2022.

Wonthaggi will surely be hungry, as you would hope any club that missed playing in agrand final by two points and then losing apreliminary final would be.

Runner-up Sale has added Hudson Holmes, Lachie Ronchi and Bohdi Walker to its roster, and Cody Henness, who will play when not on VFL duty with Sandringham.

With Ryan Pendlebury the only noticeable out, you would have to say the Magpies will be there abouts again. Traralgon only lost to Sale by two points in the semi-final,sothere is another team who surely won’t need much motivation to go again. With Jordan Cunico back at the club, the Maroonswill have to be better off.

Morwell made finals by agame with ayoung side. Moe missedfinalsbytwo games with a patched-up side.

Whether or not the Tigersoverachieved remains to be seen. Whether or not the Lions are good enough to displace anyone in the top five also remains to be seen.

This is the Gippsland League after all -they don’t just give you 15 wins to finish top three.

In the greatest respect to other comps, you don’t play against opponents where you can pencil in 100-point wins in the Gippy League.

Name on the trophy again: MatthewMillar wonhis second Traralgon Pro-Am. photograph tomhayes