The Hazelwood Battery Energy StorageSystemwas launched recently, at the siteofthe former coal-fired powerstation. Minister forEnergyand Resources LilyD’Ambrosio wasonhand to officiallylaunchthe system, alongside project partnersfromENGIE,Eku Energy and Fluence.
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ANDREW Price and Jake Brown will be eligible for parole in less than three years of their seven-year sentences for the manslaughter of Jarrad Lovison.
Price,50, and Brown, 31, returned to the Victorian Supreme Court last Thursday (June 22) to be handed out their jail sentences.
Price wassentenced to sevenand-a-half years in jailwith a four-and-a-half-year non-parole period in the Melbourne Supreme Court.
He has alreadyserved 586 daysof his sentence in custody, and will be available for release in two years and 11 months.
Brown's involvementwas judged minor, and he was sentenced to seven years in prison with afour-year nonparole term.
He has completed 679 days of his sentence, and will be available for parole in two-and-a-half years next month.
The two men were previously accused
of murdering 37-year-old Moe man, Jarrad Lovison, in Moondara bush land. Both chargersfor the two men were downgraded in April after it was conceded they didn’t intend for him to die. Instead, lawyers acting for the two men submitted that they wanted to “teach him alesson”.
Under the premise of ahook-up, Samantha Guillerme, who had been having an affair with Brown, lured Mr Lovison to aremote location along MoeWalhalla Road in the early hoursofApril 16, 2020. Lovison rode out to the location on his large green mountain bike. As Gullierme and Mr Lovison smoked cigarettes together in avehicle, he had no idea that Brown and Price lied in wait with firearms in hand.
The court heard the men approached the car wearingheadtorches and wielding weapons, and began shouting at Lovison beforeasking Guillerme to drive to TanjilBren Rd in the Moondarra state park.
Theyexited,taking Lovison with
them, and proceeded 25 metres into the thick bush, forcing him to consume alarge dose of the drug GHB and leaving him there to die. He was reported missing seven days after, but it wasn’t until amonth later that his body was discovered.
Price, Brown and Guillerme were arrested and charged with murder in October 2020.
Gullierme struck adeal last year by giving additionalevidence on Price and Brown in exchange for areduced sentence of three-and-a-half years. Sheisnow eligible for parole.
In the presentence trial hearing, the court was told how conflict developed between Price and Mr Lovison after Price began arelationship with Mr Lovison’slong-termon-and-off again partner Angela O’Brien. The court was told it was Ms O’Brien and Lovison’s relationship and Price’s jealousy which was the motive for the crime.
It was an emotional sentencing. The Supreme Court justice Michael Croucher
allegedly held back tears as he told the court the sentence enforced didnot reflect the value of Mr Lovison’s life.
"I wishtoadd this, Iknow there's nothing this court can say or do to lessen the grief sufferedbyMrLovison's loved ones. It must be awful," Justice Croucher said.
"The sentences to be imposed are not areflection of his life,” he added.
During their pre-sentence plea hearing,MrLovison's father,John described the pair as “gutless dogs”.
"We don't understand how you two could havebeen bailed for this planned, premeditated seriouscrime but our justice system is ajoke," he said.
"You just walked away and went back to your home, your lives, yourkids after killing ours."
TheCourt Justice Croucher told the court he hadhopes forthe rehabilitation of Price and Browngiven their guilty plea and drug free, and already making alleged progress since they were arrested.
THE former chief scientist,AlanFinkel has resigned from the State Electricity Commission, whilethe SEC’s chief executive warnedenergy prices may rise.
The Australian Financial Review reported that Dr Finkel had quit his role advising the SEC, amid criticism by experts thatplans forthe reestablished body lacked detail.
Premier, Daniel Andrews promised that the SEC, whichwillbebased in Morwell, will bring down prices.
The SEC’s inauguralchief executive, Chris Miller, also told the AustralianEnergyWeek conference last week that it was stillsearching for its first project. Mr Miller said the energy transition could cause arise in energy prices.
“Gettingto95per centrenewables in Victoria will require alarge uptick in billed rates”, he said.
“We’re just focusing on what we can control, whichisthat firstinvestment process and bringing on capacity as soon as we can.”
Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron said the state government’s ill-conceived plan to bring back the SEC was unravelling.
“The SEC’s own interim CEO said that energy prices will rise,” he said.
Dr Finkel, who led the national electricity market review road map, confirmed his departure based on “personal reasons”.
“There are big challenges ahead but exciting challenges. I’m not suggesting it’s not possible to do. It’s just that it is big and complex,” he told the AFR.
Thestate government committedaninitial $1 billioninthe lead-up to the May budget to help deliver 4.5 gigawatts of power through renewable energy projects, with the Victorian government to take amajority stake in the projects.
AVictorian governmentspokespersonsaid,
“Professor Finkel has made an invaluable contribution to the re-establishment of the SEC, and we thank him for sharing hiswealth of experience, which has contributed greatly to bringing back government-owned energy in Victoria.”
The Grattan Institute’s energydirector, Tony Wood, agreed that electricityprices would rise, the AFR reported.
“No-one who has ever understood any of the numbers wouldever tellyou the deliveredprice of electricityisgoing to go down unless you were
going into an election and wantedtopromise they would,”hesaid.
The Australian EnergyMarket Operator estimates the transition from fossil fuels will cost about $320 billion nationally.
Mr CameronsaidLaborhad failed to sell its case for bringing back the SEC at every turn, and recent Public Accounts and EstimatesCommittee hearings and the 2023-24 Budgetexposed yet more holes in its shambolic plan.
“More than amonth after the budget was delivered, we are still none the wiser. The SEC will not bring power prices down, it will not deliver 59,000 jobs, and it absolutelywillnot deliverenough renewable energy to meet demand in time for Labor’s accelerated planned closure of coal-fired power stations,” he said.
“Here in the Latrobe Valley, where we have powered the state for more than acentury,the people didn’t vote for this. They see this for what it is: apolitical stunt that ignores commercial realities and will only increase power bills and taxes for Victorians.”
The Commonwealth was aiming for 82 per cent renewables by 2030, with Victoria’s target 95 per cent by 2035.
AFORMER chief executive of the Committee for Gippsland, Marly Aldred, has nominated to contest the seat of Monash for the Liberal Party against the Liberal incumbent, Russell Broadbent.
The mayor of South Gippsland, Cr Nathan Hersey, has also thrown his name into the ring.
Mr Broadbent has held the seat -previously named McMillan -for the Liberal Party since 2004.
Ms Aldred, from Warragul, announced her nomination on socialmedia, saying she was deeply committed to Monash, having worked for nearly twodecadeswithlocal communityand sporting groups, health organisationsand Gippsland businesses.
“I’ve supported our localMPs and candidates through that time as well. My family has lived and breathed small business,and I’m proudtohave
dedicated much of my working life to supporting those values, alongside standing up for regional jobs,” shesaid.
“The Liberal Party and our region are at acritical juncture, and Iamrespectfully offering myself as amodern, trusted and effective representative.”
Ms Aldredhas hadsenior executiveroles in both the private and public sectors and has served on severalboardsand government advisory committees.
Her appointments include executive director and chief executiveofthe Committee for Gippsland andchief executive of theFranchise Council of Australia.
Earlierthis year shewas appointed headof government relations (Asia Pacific) for Fujitsu Australia.
The next federal election is scheduled to be held by May 2025.
It is believed the LiberalParty will decide on the endorsed candidate later this year.
Mr Broadbent is in his 25th year as amember of Parliament, having been first electedin1990 as the Member for Corinella.
He served one three-year term before becoming the Member for McMillan in 1996 but lost to the Labor Party in 1998.
However, Mr Broadbent was returned to McMillan in 2004 and has retained the seatrenamed Monash in 2019 -atevery election since.
Monash is held by Mr Broadbent with a2.9 per cent margin after a6.9 per cent swing against the partyatlastyear’s federal election.
THERE will hopefully be no doubting this Hazelwood’s ability to run over consecutive days.
The Hazelwood Battery Energy Storage System (HBESS)was officially launched on Wednesday, June 14, heralding anew era and anew life for the former coal-fired power station.
Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio was on hand to unveil the plaqueatthe battery site, standing alongside industry partners from ENGIE, EkuEnergy and Fluence.
The collaboration between ENGIE, Eku and Fluence will see the Hazelwood battery have the capacity to power around 75,000 Victorian homes for one hour during the evening peak.
Apackedmediaattendedthe launch, as Minister D’Ambrosio reiterated the state government’s commitment to achieving 95 per cent renewable energy by 2035.
“The Latrobe Valley has been the home of Victoria’s energy generation for decades, and new investment in technologies like energy storage will help solidify its role in our renewable energy future,” she said.
“We’re leading the nation in ourinvestment in battery and energy storage projects,from the biggest of big batteries to the smallest household units, which will all help us deliver more secure, affordable and renewable energy.
“Our nation-leading energy storage targets are ensuring that Victoria continues to attract industry investment and collaboration opportunities like this.”
The 150-megawattcapacityatHazelwood willbe added to the state’s grid -one of six big batteries as part of the Victorian Renewable Energy Target auction.
Along with 95 per cent renewables by 2035, the state government is also aiming for at least 2.6 gigawatts of energy storage capacity by 2030, and at least 6.3 gigawatts by 2035.
Hazelwood is the first retired coal-fired power station to host abattery storage system in Australia
Eku Energy chief investment officer, Daniel Burrows said the system worked to ensure energy wouldalways be available, regardless of weather conditions.
“In this particular case, what the battery will do is
charge and store energy when energy’s abundant,” he explained.
“When you come home fromwork say, you’ll have energy available, so when the sunisn’t shining or the windisn’tblowing,itmakesthat energy available for you.
“In addition to that, what this energy system will do is also provide services to the grid to make sure it will operate safely and reliably.”
Eku has worked on similarprojects to the Hazelwoodbattery in Cranbourneand on the CanberraBig Battery in partnership with the ACT government Physically, the batterysitefeatures afield of box-like structures known as ‘cubes’. Each cube has acooling system and batteryrack, as well as fire detection technology.
As key stakeholders of the Hazelwood Power Station, ENGIE chief executive Rik De Buyserie said it was an exciting future for the site.
“ENGIE’s delivery of the Hazelwoodbattery is part of our commitment to building long-term, reliable assets that play akey role in the future of Australia’s energy transition,” he said.”
“With its accesstotransmission and available space at site, Hazelwood is the perfect location for an asset that can grow in depth and duration, increasing the hosting capacity for renewables.”
While there is anew battery at the power station, there is still abig hole in the ground where the former mine site was located.
Addressing the elephant in the room, Mr De Buyserie said there was still anumberofboxes to tick dealing with the mine void.
“The rehabilitationprocessisongoing,weare currently in the EES (environmental effects statement) process with environmental authorities to see what will be the final layout and design of the rehabilitation, which will take acouple of years,” he said.
“We are convinced that the best way to stabilise the mine is to fill it withwater, themorewater there is there, the betteritisfor stability, that’s rain waterorthe river diversion.”
Those driving alongthe Princes Highway might havenoticed sprinklers running in the mine.
Mr De Buyserie moved to reassure this was simply for fire prevention.
ONE POINTERS
1. In golf, what is another name for one under par?
2. What is Posh Spice’sfirst name?
3. What species of ape has anaturel copper tinge to its hair?
4. What is the alias name of well known bank robber and cowboy William H. Bonney?
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5. Into which sea does the Nile flow?
6. Santas Little Helper is the pet dog of which TV family?
7. “I guess Ijust lost my husband, Idon’tknowwherehe went...” arelyrics from which Pink song?
8. How wereBillOddie, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Graeme Garden collectively known?
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9. What has the chemical symbol Zn?
10. What can be aslight movement or acontainer for arrows?
11. Which Greek author was famous for his fables?
12. In nature, what is ared admiral?
FOUR POINTERS
13. Which region of France produces claret wines?
14. Wherewould you find the largest desert in the world?
FIVE POINTER
15. I’ll give you five album names and you give me the band or artist? One point for each correct answer
1. BornThisWay 2. Rhythm Nation 3. Rumours
4. She’sSoUnusual 5. Master of Puppets
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REGIONALnewspaperssuch as theLatrobe Valley Express will be unaffected by the state government's recent withdrawal of advertising for major Melbourne newspapers.
Thestategovernment recently confirmedthat all advertising in print media willbediscontinued for major metropolitan newspapers from July 1. This primarily affects The Age and the Herald Sun, but only the printversions. Government advertising will continue on The Age and Herald Sunwebsites. Advertising will also continue on radio, television, social media anddigital platforms.
Premier Daniel Andrews, before the November election, promised country newspaper owners that the government will take out full-page advertisementseach week in everyregional newspaper across the state.
Mr Andrews saidthat regional newspaperswere thelifeblood of country communities,givingavoice to importantlocal issues and delivering news that is dedicated to serving local communities.
"A re-elected Labor government will strengthen and protect the future of regional media, with guaranteed advertising revenue for regional newspapers in every corner of our state," he said.
"More than 1.5 million people live in regional Victoria,with more people migratingtothe state's regional cities and communities every year.
"Whether it's abushfire, aflood emergency or aglobal pandemic, time and time again we have seen regional newspapers step up and serve their communities in incredibly important ways."
Multiple shadow ministers have said that seniors will suffer after the sudden call to stop advertising in major Victorian newspapers, saying akey, traditional source of public and emergency information will be lost as the focus turns to other platforms.
Shadow Minister forDisability,Ageing and Carers, and Memberfor Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said while Victorians of all ages relied on newspapers,itwas particularly important for Victorian seniors.
"The reality is we have anumberofseniors who do not ownsmart phonesora computer, andas they have done for decades, rely on the daily papers for their information," Mr Bull said.
"I strongly support the commentsfrom the Council of the Ageing Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria chief executive, Chris Potaris, that this discriminatesagainst older people.
"AndasanMPrepresenting arural region
dependent on tourism, Ialsonote the concern of tourism bodies warning other states will capitalise on the advertising vacuum to lure Victorians to their destinations ratherthan holidaying in our regions."
Recent datafrom theAustralian Digital Inclusion Index revealed 42 per cent of people aged above 75 could be regarded as "highly digitally excluded".
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services, AnnMarie Hermans, said "a significant part of the community use daily papers and notices as their source for important safetyinformation including significant weather concerns,bushfire updates, road toll and health and safety initiatives."
"Some of our most vulnerable community members relyonprinted information for emergency updates and warnings," Mrs Hermans said.
"Banning government print advertising significantly reduces communication with the aged and vulnerable communities who need it the most."
ALLAN Williams is no SAS officer, gym junkie or athlete.
What he is though is alocal man with abig heart wantingtomakea big difference.
Taking on Lifeline’s PushUpChallengefor mental health and raising money for the crisis line, Mr Williams challenged himself to do 3144 push-ups in one day on Saturday, June 17.
Reallyconfined to the eight hours in the Traralgon Centre Plaza, Mr Willimas publiclytook on the challenge and dared others to join in on the cause by donating to Lifeline or pitching in afew push-ups themselves. Each push-up completed represented alifelost to suicide in 2021.
“I did this year apublic event to attract more attention to it. It’s hardtoget people to donate There are so many good causes and charities out there, all worthwhile and all worthcontributingto,
but it’s sort of hard to get recognition,” Mr Williams said.
The Push Up Challenge runs from June 1toJune 23 and aims to raise awareness about mental health and the impact of suicide on Australians.
With hopes to inspire otherstotakeonchallenges for agood cause, Mr Williams said, “A lot of people say ‘That’s suchabig thing’, but Iguess for me, I’m 58-years-old, Ihad aheart attack ayear ago, so doing this was partly working on my own fitness and health.”
Working for Lifeline Gippsland, Mr Williams has seen first-hand the funding issues Lifeline faces in order to provide acriticaland lifesaving service.
“We’re only party funded by the government, so what we need to run LifelineGippsland crisisline comes from money that we raise ourselves like through the op shops. And the push-up challenge is agreat way to do that publicly,” he said.
Having participated in the ordinary push-up
challenge over 21 days the previous year, Mr Williams decided it was time to up the ante in 2023, opting to reduce the time frame to one day.
“When Ijoined Lifeline last year Idid the pushup challenge the normal way,over 21 days, as mostpeople who participatenormally do,”hesaid.
“I contacted Traralgon Plaza andthey were happy to help us out and give us apublicplatform to do that, somewhere where they’d be plenty of people and hopefully raise alot more money out of it.”
Raising well over $1000 on the day, people from all walks of life came to gawk at the scene and contribute.
“I was hoping to do the total amount, which was 3144 in the day myself; Ididn’t get all of that done; we sort of ran out of time, so Ididn’t get there; Istill did 2560 personally and together with other people who contributed, even my son and my elderly father-in -law, we got to 4480 push-ups in the day," he said.
“I reckonwehad somekids joinin, we hadsome adults join in we had abit of allsorts, Ithinkoverall we hadabout 30 different peoplejumpinand help.”
Even Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron made an appearance at Traralgon Centre Plaza, contributing 450 push-ups in an hour.
“I think he (Mr Cameron) was alittle sore the next day,” Mr Williams said.
With astrategyinmind, Mr Williams was pumping out the push-ups set-by-set like clockwork.
“I simply did amathematicalthing so Isaid‘well I’m there for eight hours,soifIbreak that up over eight hours and allow for abit of rest time,’ Ihad a10-minute break each hour, how many would I have to do each hour and then break it into how many Iwould have to do each minute.”
Pyramid sets were the way to go for Mr Williams, making the first set eight push-ups aminute, the next was nineaminute, then increased to 10, then back down again.
“Mentally, Iwasn’t thinking of doing thousands of push-ups; Iwas just thinking just do the next eight, the next nine or the next 10 and kept doing it that way,” he said.
Managingaround 2560 push-ups himself,itwas understandable that Mr Williams would be abit fatigued by theend of the day.
“I was very tired, that’sfor sure,Iwasn’t as sore as Imight be and Icertainly didn’t get injuries,
butthe next day my legs were really sore simply from getting up and down, but overall Iwas pretty well, certainly after agood feed, agoodshower and agood cup of tea Ifelt alot better afterwards,” he said.
The publicpush-up challenge gaveLifeline Gippsland an opportunity to raise awareness for mental health and their work.
“A lot of (people) were surprised when we talked about the number of push-ups, that 3144 being the number of people who endedtheir lives by suicide by the end of 2021. Ithink alot of people were shocked to hear that number,” he said.
Mr Williams explained that the money raised from theday willall go directlytoLifeline’s Gippsland Crisisline, which provides relief to people “facingtheir darkesthouralone,” as “sometimes people just need someone to talk to.”
“Every one of those calls costs money, free for the caller, but every call to Lifeline costs on average $39,” Mr Williams said.
“Thething about mentalhealthand suicide, particular, it is often aconversation that people feel uncomfortable in having, they don’t feel safe in having, but the more people do talk about, the more they do reachout forsomesupport, the more they talk to someone that can be understanding when they arestrugglingwith those sort of issues really helps people navigate it with success rather than the alternative."
Mr Williams is keen to do the push-up challenge again, explaining that the more events and money Lifeline receives,the more they can do to help those struggling.
“The more we can raise public awareness and funds, the more people we can support,” he said.
Continuing on to say that he, “broke (the challenge) down into something manageable and achievable,” Mr Williams challenged othersto take on something similar in the name of acause they were passionate about.
“I’m just aregular guy, I’m just a58-year-old bloke that’s not in peak physical condition or anything like that, but it is acause Ibelieve in. It was something Ireally wanted to do to help and something Ireally think will make adifference.”
Every dollar you give helps Lifeline save lives. Donate today by visiting llg.org.au or phone 0351 363 500.
APPLICATIONS have openedfor Australia Post’s2023Community Grants program, which funds community-led projects that connect individuals and communitiestoimprove mental health.
Eligible not-for-profit groups across Australia can apply for grants of up to $10,000 to support projects which serve to improve mental health and wellbeing in local communities.
Last year’s programsaw half of all grants, totalling more than $200,000awarded to organisations located across regional and remote Australia.
Australia Post Executive General Manager, Community, Sustainability and Stakeholder Engagement, Tanny Mangos,said, “Each year there is diversity across our community grant applicants and the valuable services they provide their community, from after-school programs that help teenagers navigate loss, to groups supporting people experiencing loneliness while living or caring for someone with dementia.”
“The common thread running through all the
projects Australia Post supports is aprimary focus on improving mental health and wellbeing.
“As asociety, we’re making strides towards improving our collective mental health and wellbeing, butcommunities needbespoke,localised approaches if we want to make areal difference at alocal level.
"We’re incrediblyproud of our community grants program and its role in supportinggroups as they work to deliverpositive mental health outcomes across Australia."
Since2013, 750 projects have been awarded a community grant from AustraliaPost, with 70 grants in 2022.
Organisations interested in applying are encouraged to review the community grant guidelines carefullytocheck eligibilityrequirements, with eligible community organisations able to apply until 11.59pm on July 2, at auspost.com.au/grants Applicants will be notified of the outcome in September 2023.
THE state government is investing more than $5.4 million to create better outcomes for First Nations Victorians, with expandedaccess to public housing and private rental properties.
Minister for Housing, Colin Brooks announced the funding at the Aboriginal Housing and Homelessness Forum in Melbourne.
From July, the Aboriginal Private Rental Assistance Program (APRAP) will be expanded into four additional areas identified by the Aboriginal Housing and HomelessnessFramework. The existing five APRAP sites across Victoria have delivered many positiveoutcomes, helping AboriginalVictorians secure and maintainhomes in the private rental market.
Now more Aboriginal Victorianswillhaveaccess to this essential support with APRAP services expanded to Goulburn, Outer Gippsland, Brimbank Melton and Bayside Peninsula.
Under the state government’s $5.3 billion Big Housing Build, 10 per cent of all new social housing be will built for Aboriginal Victorians. Morethan200 homes havebeenfundedtobe managed by the Aboriginal housing sector, with more under evaluation.
The government has also approved in principle the
Aboriginal Public Housing Transfer Management Pilot starting in targeted areas. Aboriginal public housing renters will have the option to transfer housing tenancy management from Homes Victoria to aregistered Aboriginal community housing provider.
This will allow Aboriginal renters to receive enhanced culturally safe serviceprovision, greater choice, flexibility, and control over who manages their tenancy. HomesVictoria willcontinue to work withAboriginal communities to progress the pilot.
Mr Brooks welcomed the announcement.
“We’re delighted to announce funding to expand the essential work of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and the Aboriginal Private RentalAssistance Program, so more Aboriginal Victorians can secure and maintain homes in public housing and in the private rental market across the state,” he said.
“I want to thankour partners at Rumbalara in Goulburn, Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginalco-operativeinOuter Gippsland, the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency in Brimbank, Melbourne and Ngwala in Bayside Peninsula for the tremendous work they’redoing to create better outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians.”
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THE state government is helping Victorians get healthy and back to work after injury, building a modern WorkCover scheme that gives security to Victorian workers and businesses.
The state government has said it has always stood with injured workers, supporting them to pay their bills while they recover and get back to work through WorkCover and its predecessors, dating backtothe Cain Labor Government’s landmark passage of the Occupational Health and Safety Actand Accident Compensation Act in 1985.
But it says WorkCover is fundamentally broken -nolonger meeting the modern needs of those it was designed to assist morethan30years ago.
“There’s nothing safe about being sick –we’re helping workers returntotheir jobs and making sure WorkCovercan support Victorians for many years to come,” Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews said.
Since2010,WorkCover’s claims liabilityhas tripled,mainlydriven by the increased cost of weekly income support and many workers stayingonthe scheme long-term
The increase is partiallydriven by mentalinjury claims -now representing 16 per cent of new claims -which was never envisagedwhenthe scheme was designed
The state governmentiscreatingReturntoWork Victoria, to help peopleget backinto the workforceas part of new reforms to ensure Victoria’s WorkCover scheme is sustainableand fit-for-purpose ReturntoWork Victoria,with input from employers, unions, mental health and occupational health experts, will pilot supports for injured Victorians and those experiencing work related mental stress to return to work or trainingpathways
“We’re modernising the WorkCover Scheme and establishing ReturntoWorkVictoria, so that no injured workerisleftbehind,”Minister for WorkSafe,Danny Pearsonsaid.
Health outcomes for workers are worse the longerthey remain on WorkCover, and can lead to prolongedinjury and unemployment -the longer aperson is away from work, the less likely they are to ever return.
To alignwith other states and territories, WorkSafe will update the test for workers receiving WorkCover weekly payments beyond two-and-a-half years by introducing aWhole Person Impairmenttest of greater than 20 per cent- to
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more objectively measure the degree of physical and mental impairment.
Additionally, workers whoexperience stress and burnout will no longer be able to access weekly benefits from WorkCover -instead, they will be eligible for provisional payments for 13 weeks to cover medical treatment, while enhancedpsychosocial supports will be provided to help them return to work or explore trainingpathways.
WorkSafe will continue to focus on preventing workplace injuries, and to support workers who makeclaimsfor physical injuries andmental injuriesarising from workplace harassment,bullying andtraumatic events such as those experienced by frontline workers.
Planned eligibility changes will come into effect in 2024and willonlyapplyprospectively. Victorians already receiving WorkCover who havepassedthe two-and-a-half-year markwillcontinue underthe current scheme, will continue to receive payments, and will also benefitfrom the services of Return to Work Victoria to help them get better andback intothe workforce.
Alegislated review will takeplace no earlierthan three years after the changes come into effect,to review their operation and assesstheir financial impact and to ensure the scheme is working as it should and workers are getting the support they need.
Premiums paid by organisations willmove to an average of 1.8per centofremuneration, bringing Victoria in linewithother states and territories and ensuring that WorkCover can continue to support workers and businesses into the future
When WorkCover returns to financial sustainability, additional capital will not be repatriated to the state budget- meaning any savings willgo back into the scheme to ensure better outcomes for workers,orlower premiums.
Boosted assistance to help workers get back to their job, or find anew position, is good for workers and businesses, helping avoidthe negativehealth impacts of long-term unemployment and helping keep businesspremiums lower
The changes come after extensive consultation with worker and employer groups. The stategovernment will move to introduce legislationlater in 2023. For moreinformation, visit vic.gov.au/ workcover-modernisation
ANOT-for-profit employmentservices provider has toldafederalinquiry into WorkforceAustralia that long-term unemployed Australians are not dole bludgers, but red tape and forcing providers to be the ‘bad cop’ was failing to assist people intowork. Providing evidence to the inquiry in Brisbane, WorkwaysAustraliachief executive, Kieren Kearney said over the last two decades of employment services, the focus had drifted away from tailoring support for the long-term unemployed.
“There’s always commentary aroundthe longterm unemployed being ‘dole bludgers’ but the evidence isn’t there to support that,” he said.
“What we do see, especially in this time of low unemployment, is that those who have been job seekers for alongtime havespecificreasons for being unemployed”.
“With over 30 years of experience and offices up and down the east coast, Workways is keen to see some structural changes to the program to allow us to supportjob seekers and help address the reasons people may not be able to gain employment.
“We know that employment services providers
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get abad rapwith job seekers and the community, so as anot-for-profit community-based provider we wantour staff to be focused on partnering with the community and employers to find opportunities for the long-term unemployed rather than being Centrelink’s ‘bad cop’.
“We’re talking about peoples’ lives and livelihoods, so when ajobseeker hasa problem, it shouldn’t go into the black hole of online forms and call centre queues.
“We need to get back to basics and be able to pick up the phone to people at Centrelink, who understand the local areas and regional challenges.”
The Workforce Australia Employment Services inquiry was set up to review employment services delivered by the federal government, in particular, how it supports thelong-term unemployedand young people.
The inquiry is being led by chair Julian Hill MP and deputy chair and Member for Monash (Warragul) Russell Broadbent MP, and is due to report its findings by the end of November 2023.
When yougolocal, you grow local
Across everygeneration, our Elders have played, and continued to play,animportant role and hold a prominent place in our communities and families.
The Elders arethe ones that hold on to the cultureand the lore, they are the most important aspect of healing our people. They have the enormous task of maintaining and passing on traditional knowledge, values and customarypractices, while helping us find balance as we navigate between two verydifferent worlds. The Elders arecultural knowledge holders, trailblazers, nurturers, advocates, teachers, survivors, leaders, hardworkers and our loved ones.
Our loved ones who pick us up in our low moments and celebrate us in our high ones. Who cook us afeed to comfortusand pull us into line, when we need them too.
They guide our generations and pave the way for us to take the paths we can take today
Guidance, not only through generations of advocacy and activism, but
in everyday life and how to place ourselves in the world.
We draw strength from their
knowledge and experience, in everything from land management, cultural knowledge to justice and
human rights. Across multiple sectors like health, education, the arts, politics and everything in between,
they have set the many courses we follow
The struggles of our Elders help to move us forwardtoday.The equality we continue to fight for is found in their fight. Their tenacity and strength has carried the survival of our people. It is their influence and through their learnings that we must ensurethat when it comestofuturedecision making for our people, thereis nothing about us -withoutus. We pay our respects to the Elders we’ve lost and to those who continue fighting for us across all our Nations and we pay homage to them.
The inspiration they spark in us as Anangu (Aboriginal) people allows us to dream of futures that arebigger brighter and blacker and that’swhat weare celebrating this NAIDOC Week
In 2023, how will you celebrate For Our Elders?
www.naidoc.org.au
Kurnai is committed in honouring and acknowledging the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations people and is eagerly preparing to commemorate the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
NAIDOC Week serves as apivotal moment for our learning community to come together and pay respect to the histories, achievements and contributions of Indigenous Australians. Due to the official NAIDOC dates falling during the school holidays, Kurnai College will hold its annual NAIDOC celebrations early in Term 3.
The week will include celebrations at each campus, culminating with the main event at Churchill Campus, showcasing the Dedlee Kultya dancers, music by Kiwat Kennell and guest speakers including local Elders. We hope these motivational talks will ignite asense of pride and empowerment among the students, encouraging them to become ambassadors of reconciliation within their community
We will also proudly open our Churchill Campus Indigenous Garden, which has been filled with native harvest, medicinal and spiritual plants and shares the storyofTidilick, the frog who tells the importance of our environment and the preciousness of our water resources. This area will be used for cultural learning, including traditional activities such as bush tucker tasting, weaving and campfireconversations.
Staffand members of our Indigenous community have been working hardtoestablish a
formal Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) that documents our college’sreconciliation commitment, highlighting our annual NAIDOC celebrations. This document will be used as aresource to strengthen relationships, build respect and create opportunities in the classroom, around the school and within the community.The college is proud of our name and the heritage it comes from and is committed to continuing working towards a culturally inclusive learning community where all people, cultures and histories arewelcomed, acknowledged and understood. After consultation with Aunty Doris Paton, arespected local Gunai Elder,moving forwardour RAP will be referred to as Ngalu Waru Dardee (pronounced Narloo Wa-roo Dar-dee) meaning “Together we arestronger”.
The celebration of NAIDOC Week at Kurnai College serves as atestament to our commitment to promoting inclusivity,respect and reconciliation. By fostering adeeper understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, the college hopes to assist in empowering its students to become advocates for social justice and cultural preservation, creating abrighter and moreharmonious futurefor all Australians.
The Latrobe Health Assembly recognises that NAIDOC Week is an empowering celebration in Australia. For the Latrobe Health Assembly it provides the opportunity to reflectonthe history, culture, and triumphs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
For the Latrobe Valley,this week-long event provides us all with the opportunity to acknowledge the transformative contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have made to the nation.
This year NAIDOC Week recognises that at the heartofIndigenouscommunities and families arethe esteemed Elders, who play a critical role in preserving cultural knowledge, fostering resilience, and challenging systems of oppression. These Elders embody the wisdom and experience gained over a lifetime and serve as custodians of traditional knowledge, language, and customs.
As others have written, their role transcends mereage; they arethe guardians of stories, lore, and ancestral practices passed down through generations, which have endured the devastating impacts of colonisation.
Within families, these Elders arethe keeper of family history, genealogy,and ancestral wisdom. They also nourish younger generations with resilience, pride, and adeep-rooted connection to their Indigenous identity
In the health space, and for the Latrobe Health Assembly,these Elders are sought-after for guidance, advice, and decision-making. They arecritical to the empowering of families and communities through their insight and invaluable intergenerational teachings. For the Latrobe Health Assembly,itisinrespecting this deep knowledge that we can learnand shape better health and wellbeing outcomes in the Latrobe Valley
During NAIDOC Week you areasked to celebrate and acknowledge the pivotal role that Elders play.Their knowledge, wisdom, and resilience arecherishedasthe lifeblood of the community.NAIDOC Week presents an opportunity for diverse individuals to actively listen, learn, and engage with Elders, fostering deeper understanding, respect, and solidarity for the enduring cultural heritage and struggles faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
NAIDOC Week serves as apowerfulplatform to honour the invaluable contributions of Elders, andthe broader Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community,aswe strive towards amoreinclusive, just, and reconciled society
9.15pm: Aeroplane dance (TBC)
Monday, 3July–Friday, 7July
10.30 -12noon: Free Dance Workshops & artactivities -all ages
12.30 -2.30pm: Free ShadowPuppet workshops, mask SEA of HANDS & decoration making forthe NAIDOC ball- all ages
Friday, 7July
Boolarra will hold its first ever NAIDOC week celebrations this July.NAIDOCweek celebrations areheld across Australia in the first week of July each year to celebrate and recognisethe history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Sunday, 2July
11am -12noon: FlagRaising, Smoking Ceremony&FreeBBQ -RailwayPark
3- 10pm: Free FirstNations Movie Marathon @BoolarraMemorial Hall, Baked Spuds and Popcornavailable for purchase -orBYO snacks. Limited numbers so bookings essential.
3pm: TheSapphires PG (1hr 43) 7.30pm: The Darkside PG (1hr 34)
5pm: Starlady -Queen of the DesertPG (27mins)
7pm: Gunga na dhum Nyanjin,atthe BoolarraMemorial Hall. The stories we hold tightly. Theatreperformance by Uncle Larry Walsh and family-story,dance,song& projections
Saturday, 8July
6pm -10pm: Boolarra NAIDOC Ball at the Boolarra Memorial Hall.
Bookings Masquerade Ball for all ages. Including Dance &Music Performances, First Nations Music and Disco, Prizes for Best Costumes. Youcan BYO food & refreshments -orenjoy ahot meal provided by BCDG. Various ticket prices. All profits from the NAIDOC Ball will go to Indigenous Literacy Foundation
All FirstNation Elders-freeadmission
Bookings:
https://NADIOCBoolarra.eventbrite.com
Formoreinformation contact: BCDG@Boolarracg@gmail./com
First Nations communities across Gippsland have aunique and ongoing connection to Country, andthisyear’s
NAIDOC Week theme is “For our Elders”, in honour of the holders of cultural knowledge, leaders, teachers, survivors, mentors, loved ones and trailblazers whose stories pave the way for future strength and self-determination.
Recently,Ihad the privilege of attending the unveiling of Three Kurnai Women on Country, abronzesculptureinDrouin’s Civic Park that honours three Kurnai women -Dorothy Hood, Euphemia Mullet Tonkin and Regina Rose. Theirs are stories of local endurance, survival and
leadership, and their legacies live on. Theirs arestories that deserve to be told. Their names matter.Their leadership is as important as the work we see today at schools like Kurnai College and the Elders who supporta growing community of new and emerging Indigenous leaders. NAIDOC Week provides us all with many opportunities to learnabout and celebrate the lives of Elders like Dorothy, Euphemia, and Regina. And to connect with the Elders who continue to advocate for reconciliation and self-determination in all that they do.
Youcan find out moreabout NAIDOC at https://www.naidoc.org.au
Week is an important opportunity to learnmoreabout the historyand identity of the oldest
According to local Specsavers optometrists Josie from Specsavers Traralgon and Hannah from Specsavers Morwell, “An eye test is morethan just a simple vision check.” Josie explains, “It’salso an examination of your eye health.
As optometrists, we can pick up on indications of other broader health concerns from an eye test. So, to make surepotential issues arepicked up early,it’sreally important to get your eyes tested regularly.”
From the age of 40 onwards, most of us will begin to notice our readingvision starting to become strained or blurred. This can be an indicator of arange of different problems and it’sbesttobeassessed by an expert.
It is all too common for people to delay checking on their eye health until they experience visible symptoms. But according to Specsavers, morethan 90% of vision loss in Australia can be prevented or treated when problems aredetected early
All Specsavers stores have hospital-grade
technology to help optometrists detect sight-threatening eye conditions Some conditions like a retinal tear have no symptoms yet if left untreated, could lead to permanent vision loss or blindness
But how often should we book an eye test to make sure any issues are caught early?
The professional recommendation for having an eye test is every two years but sometimes we might recommend you come back more often,” says Hannah
“For example, monitoring cataracts or there could be a medical issue present, like diabetes that is predisposed to particular eye problems It’s always better to catch potential health concerns of any kind, as early as possible
All Specsavers stores are proudly locally owned and run by a local Optometrist and Retail Director To book an appointment visit www specsavers com au/stores
This condition can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as redness, itchiness, a gritty sensation, and even blurred vision. Common causes include age, hormonal changes, environmental factors, medication side effects, and certain medical conditions.
IPL Treatment:
IPL treatment, originally developed for cosmetic dermatology,has now been adapted for eye care. This non-invasive procedureutilisesintense pulsed light energy to target the Meibomian glands, which are responsible for producing the oil layer of tears. By gently stimulating these glands, IPL treatment helps improve the quantity and quality of tears, alleviating the symptoms associated with dryeyes.
The IPL Treatment Process:
Your optometrist will first conduct a thorough evaluation of your condition. This assessment helps determine the severity of your dryeye symptoms and whether IPL treatment is suitable for you.
During the treatment session, you’ll be comfortably positioned, and your optometrist will place special goggles over your eyes and apply ahydrogel to your skin. The IPL device emits controlled pulses of light, which areabsorbed by the targeted areas around your eyes. These pulses stimulate the Meibomian glands, encouraging better oil production and the restoration of ahealthy tear film.
•Enhanced Tear Production: IPL therapy can improve the function of the Meibomian glands, leading to amorebalanced and sufficient production of tears.
•Long-Lasting Relief: Many individuals who undergo IPL treatment experience a significant reduction in dryeye symptoms that can last for an extended period.
•Non-Invasive and Painless: IPL treatment
is anon-surgical procedurethat involves minimal discomfort. Most patients find the sessions relaxing and even enjoy the gentle warmth emitted by the IPL device.
•TailoredtoYour Needs: Each IPL treatment plan is personalised to address your specific dryeye condition. Your optometrist will determine the number of sessions needed for optimal results based on the severity of your symptoms.
•Minimal Downtime: Following an IPL treatment session, you can resume your daily activities immediately.There’sno need for extensive recovery periods or post-treatment restrictions.
If you’retired of the constant discomfort caused by dryeyes, IPL treatment offers apromising solution to restoreyoureye health and well-being. Through gentle stimulation of the Meibomian glands, IPL therapy addresses the underlying causes of dryeyes, providing long-lasting relief and rejuvenation.
Each individual’sexperience with IPL treatment may vary, so it’sessential to book in aconsult to determine the most suitable treatment plan for your specific needs. With IPL therapy,you canregain control over your dryeye symptoms and enjoy amore comfortable and fulfilling life.
Book an appointment via our website kaystreeteyecare.com.au or give us acall on 5174 6788 today to see if IPLtreatment is right for you and take the first step toward brighter,healthier eyes.
Protect your eyes with $50 offIPL DryEye treatment from Kay Street Eyecare. Simply mention LV Express duringJune or Julyto receive your discount.
successfully is about having the right technology and knowledge in optics.
But Latrobe Eye Carerecognises listening to apatient’s concerns is critical in finding a diagnosis and the right treatment.
The Morwell optometrist offers comprehensive eye examinations to help evaluate your vision and the health of your eyes.
Latrobe Eye Careuses specialised equipment including high definition cameras and 3D scanning lasers to better examine eye health.
To help youfind the best eye care, Latrobe Eye Careofferstailor-made services and co-management of your case with other
specialists and doctors if necessary.
The Morwell optometrist has morethan 50 years’ experience in optics among its staff. The dispensing stafftake pride in making surecustomers find the right glasses that look the partand aretailored to their vision needs.
Children arewelcome to come in for a vision assessment.
Treating any problems might give them a boost at school.
Latrobe Eye Carerecommend avision assessment for anyone intheirearly-40s as this is when age-related vision loss, or presbyopia, often starts to become noticeable.
Phone Latrobe Eye Careat13George Street, Morwell on 5134 2555.
Examining eye health
Dedicated to providing high-quality eye consultations and treatments using the latest technology and advanced surgical techniques. The team of skilled Australiantrained eye specialists (ophthalmologists) arededicated to helping patients achieve optimal eye health.
Established three years ago as ValleyCare Eye Doctors, the clinic was previously wellknown locally as Eye Doctors Gippsland. The team of experienced ophthalmologists specialise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions right here in the Latrobe Valley.Byofferingsurgical treatments locally,the clinic significantly reduces the need for unnecessarytravel. While some cases may requireconsultations or surgeries in tertiaryhospitals in
Melbourne, ValleyCareEye Doctors strive to provide local comprehensive care.
The team of eye specialists at ValleyCare Eye Doctors areall registered specialists with the Medical BoardofAustralia and hold membership with the esteemed Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Having undergone rigorous professional training, they are proficient in diagnosing and treating conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, neuro-ophthalmology and paediatric eye conditions. The team aims to deliver optimal results for everypatient by utilising advanced technology and employing evidence-based treatments. The caring and compassionate team arecommitted to making patients feel welcome, cared for and respected.
Leading the clinic is Dr Danielle (Daini) Ong, an accomplished ophthalmologist
with aspecial interest in cataract surgery and retinal diseases. She offers medical consultation and surgeryfor awide range of general ophthalmic conditions. Dr Ong has performed thousands of anti-VEGF injections to manage macular degeneration and other eye conditions.
Dr Ong graduated with honours in Medicine and SurgeryfromMonash University and completed specialist ophthalmology training at the RoyalVictorian Eye and Ear Hospital. Deciding to practice in Traralgon, Dr Ong felt astrong connection to the local area nurtured during her time as amedical student at the Latrobe Regional Hospital.
In 2021, Dr Ong acquired the practice from Dr Jillian Whitney,arespected eye doctor who served the local community for four decades, affirming, “I work with like-minded doctors who sharemypassion forserving our regional community,delivering excellent carewhere it is most needed”. Dr Ong is joined by ateam of dedicated professionals, including Dr Weng Ng,who has provided exemplaryservice to the local region for over 12 years, as well as Dr Michael Chen, Dr Raghu Kini and Dr Himanshu Solanki, an
accomplished team of cataract surgeons with additional training in cornea, retina and other specialisations.
ValleyCareEye Doctors perceive cataract surgeryasmorethan just amedical procedure; it is an opportunity to customise treatment options to suit one’slifestyle, guiding patients through the selection of the latest intraocular lenses. The surgeons operate in centres staffed by compassionate professionals equipped with cutting-edge technology.The surgeons stay current with innovations in cataract surgery; their dedication has been pivotal in ensuring the best possible care, enabling patients to improve and preserve their vision.
Dr Ong shared, “Wehaveacollaborative model of carewherewework closely with local optometrists and GPs to improve our patient’seye health.” Reflecting on her experiences caring for eye health in our local community,DrOng revealed the secret to her exceptional job satisfaction, “I feel connected to our local community,inspired bythe strength and resilience of the people under my care.”
SUNSMART is issuing acrucial call to action for allVictorians, especiallymen, to prioritise their skinhealthbyconducting regular skin checks followingnew data which shows lessthan aquarter of Victorian men check their skin.
The 2022 Summer Sun Protection Survey (Life in AustraliaTM) showed that only 19 per cent of Victorian men surveyed had checked their own skin in the past year.
Health experts warn that withoutmen checking their skinfor changes, dangerous skin cancerslike melanoma can go unnoticed.
The 2021 Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR) reported more than 2800 melanomas diagnosed in 2021, with over 58 per cent (1650) diagnosed in men.
“Melanoma can spread throughout the bodyfaster than people would think, so the earlier this type of cancer is found, the better our chances of treating it,” Mr Harper said.
“We know that men are twiceaslikely to lose their life to melanoma compared to women, because of lifestyle habits includingspendingmore time outdoorsbut also being less likelytoseek medical advice if they notice changes. That is why we are urging men to checktheir skin and takeaction."
This urgent reminderfromCancerCouncil Victoria is partofSunSmart Victoria’s latest ‘Save your skin'campaign, funded by the Victorian Department of Health,which aimstoheighten awarenessand empower Victorians to take charge of their skin’s health.
early," he said.
"For anyone that notices changes to their skin like new spots, changes in colour size or appearance, the first step is to call your local practiceand book an appointment.
“In men, melanoma is more commonly found on their back and other parts of their trunk which requires peopletoproactively check that area using amirrororgetting apartner or friend to check."
"When you book an appointment with aGP (General Practitioner), you can also ask them to check your back and any specific spots you have noticed changes in as well, your GP will also check the rest of your skin including yourscalp, another site where skin cancers may not be noticed.
Don’t getcomplacent: Skin cancer does not go away justbecause it is
The Victorian Cancer Registry has also found melanomawas estimated to be the second-highest missed form of cancer, following the coronavirus pandemic. Cancer Council Victoriachiefexecutive Todd Harper AM said that with melanoma, timing and early detection was critical, especially for missing melanoma cases.
Victorian Dermatologist Dr Edward Upjohn from the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre has been working in this space for more than 15 years and provides specialist training to general practitioners (GPs) to identify and diagnose skin cancer.
“I knowthatgeneral practice and family doctors would have skin cancer on their radar and want to support their patients to find this type of cancer
“It is vital we findthe missedmelanomasfollowing the pandemic and continue to build everyone's knowledge of how to check your skin for cancer signs to save more lives."
If you would like to learn more about how to check yourskinfor skin cancerorfor sun protection advice,visit sunsmart.com.au/about-sunsmart/ media-and-communications/sunsmart-campaigns/ save-your-skin
BRINGING the very best treatments to women beingtreated for breast cancer is the aim of the latest fundraising campaign from Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH).
“When it comes to performing breast cancer surgery, nothing is more important to the patient than knowing the surgeon has ‘got it all’,” says LRH breast surgeon Kian Jin 'KJ' Tan. Mr Tan is supporting the LRH appeal for ahighdefinition imaging system, which allows surgeons to x-ray breast tumourspecimens while the patientis still in the operating theatre. The image assists with confirmation all of the tumour has been removed.
“This equipment will enable LRH to offer those undergoing breast cancer surgery amore precise surgery and reduced likelihood of further surgeries,” Mr Tan said.
“It creates lower risk for patients because less time is spent in the operating theatre. This reduces potential risks associated with anaesthetic, infection and bleeding.
“Every time apatient needs asecond operation, it delays the rest of their therapies.This system expediates their care.”
Breast cancer continues to be aburden for women in Australia, with more than 50 women each day receiving abreastcancerdiagnosis and around
AN incredible 20,000 patients have received lifesaving strokecare over the past decade, thanks to the Victorian Stroke Telemedicine (VST) service, which has recently expanded to two new locations Run by Ambulance Victoria (AV) and operating across 20 regional hospitals throughout Victoria and Tasmania, VST allows clinicians to collaborate
250 Gippslandwomen being diagnosed each year.
LRH Emergency Department nurse and manager Anne Galletti is the face of the campaign, having received abreast cancer diagnosis afew days before Christmas in 2022.
“I’ve never been sick in my life and can’t even fathom being sick,” Ms Galletti said.
“In the ED you see peoplepresenting witha similar diagnosis all the time, but you don’t see this happening to you.”
Imagine then her response when she felt a marble-sizedlump in her breast and acancer diagnosis was confirmed.
“I had myself dead and buried on hearingthe diagnosis,” Ms Galletti said.
“I didn’t knowalot about breast cancer stages or the survivalrate, so Ilooked up the information on theinternet.
“As much as they say95per cent of people(with stagetwo breast cancer) are still alive afterfive years and survival rates are good, Ionly concentrated on the five per cent who weren’t.
“A diagnosis of cancer becomes your whole world. Ileft it until after Christmas to tell my kids.”
Her treatment commenced with acourse of chemotherapy to reduce the size of the tumour, before surgery to remove the remains of the tumour
acrossorganisational boundaries and provide timecritical care locally.
AV's Gippsland Regional Director, Ross Salathiel saidthe service in Bairnsdale, Sale,Traralgon, Warragul and Wonthaggi plays avital role in stroke treatment,with more than700 consultations conducted since July, 2022.
"Many rural and regional hospitals do not have astroke specialist on site or lack around-the-clock access to this type of expertise," Mr Salathiel said.
"People in these areas are 19 per cent more likely to have astrokeand apoorer outcome, making VST agame-changer in the emergencycare of patients."
AV's Director of Stroke Services, Professor Chris Bladin said every minute matters when suffering astroke, which is why VST is crucial.
"The world-class service connects patients with expert doctors, who provide diagnosis and treatment, enabling them to receive the rightcare at
Brave: Nurse and breast cancersurvivor Anne Galletti is the face of LRH’sBetterCareAppeal.
Photographs supplied
and some healthy tissue around it.
During the procedure, atissue specimen was sent to radiology for imaging to confirm all of the tumour had been removed.
Ms Galletti didn’t hesitate to support the appeal to purchase ahigh-definitionimaging system to scan patient tissue in the theatre and accelerate diagnosis and treatment.
the righttime regardless of their location,"Prof Bladin said.
"With stroketelemedicine,patients are receiving clot-busting drugsanaverage of 40 minutes earlier and often within an hour of arriving at hospital."
Retired Victorian resident Marina Dunn was enjoying aholiday in Tasmania when she experienced stroke symptoms on Good Friday earlier this year, which prompted her partner to take her to Launceston General Hospital.
Ms Dunn was immediately admitted to emergency where she underwent aVST consultation.
"I was amazed at the speed in which everything happened. Theydid it all there -theywerefantastic," she said.
Ms Dunn saidshe highlyrecommended the VST service as it allowed her to be moved to ageneral ward by the afternoon.
"I don't know if all hospitals treat their patients
Helping hand: LRHsurgeon Kian Jin ‘KJ’ Tanislendinghis supporttothe fundraising campaign.
As anurse,she understands the benefit of shortening the procedure time for patients but now, as a breast cancer survivor, realises how important it is to have access to quality equipment and services. Thetarget to purchase the high-definition imagingsystemis$135,000.
Donations to the LRH BetterCareAppeal can be made via the LRH website: lrh.com.au
with astroke like that, but they acted quickly. I couldn't have had any better care."
Whenasuspected strokecasepresents, the hospital contacts the 1300 numbertospeakdirectly with the on-call specialist. The specialist then has an audio-visual consultation with the patient,their family and treating clinicians via asecurevideo link.
VST operates in 18 regional Victorian hospitals and two sites in northern Tasmania.
The service becameavailable at Albury Wodonga Health last month and will soon go live at Portland District Health.
VST is one of arangeofhealthservices Ambulance Victoria provides to the community as part of its ongoing commitment to world class research and best care for patients across the state.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.00 ABCNews.
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8.00 Utopia. (PG)Nat is infuriated by her new assistant.
8.30 Gruen. Presented by Wil Anderson.
9.10 In Limbo (Final, Mal) Charlie uncovers the mystery of the missing money
9.40 Queen Of Oz. (Mal) Georgie’s face appears on anew banknote.
10.05 QI. (PG, R)
10.40 ABC LateNews.
10.55 TheBusiness. (R)
11.10 Still We Rise (Ml, R)
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4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30.(R)
7.30 HistoryOfThe Sitcom:Freaks, GeeksAnd Outsiders. (PGa)
8.30 Costco: Is It Really WorthIt?
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10.20 SBS World News Late.
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4.25 Bamay.(R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe World Tonight.
ABC TV,Saturday, 7.30pm
LivefromMeanjin (Brisbane),join the festivities to celebrate theoutstanding contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in their communities. Casey Donovan(pictured) and Gold Logie nominee Mark Coles Smith take on hosting duties. Award categories include the Female Elder,CreativeTalent and Innovation and Education.DrNaomi Mayers will receivethe Lifetime Achievement Award forher dedication to health reform, while former AFL footballer Daniel Motlop is afinalist in the Innovation Award category.Featuring two musical performances, it promises to be an inspirational evening.
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8.30 TheFront Bar. (M) HostsMick Molloy, Sam Pang andAndyMaher takealighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Accused (Ma, R) Ateenager attempts to find her biologicalfather
10.30 TheLatest: SevenNews.
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12.15 Absentia (Final, MA15+asv, R)
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7.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. England vAustralia. Day 1. Morning session. From Lord’s, London, England.
10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. England vAustralia. Day 1. Afternoon session. From Lord’s, London, England.
3.30 Hello SA (PG) HayleyPearson, Lauren DeCesare and TomRehn provide tips for a short holiday or dayout in South Australia.
4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program.
4.30 ACurrent Affair (R)
Today. The latest in news and current affairs
6.30 TheProject. Alook at the day’snewsand events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Amateur cooks taketothe kitchen.
8.40 Riptide. (Premiere, Mdlv) Newlyweds Alison and Sean appear to haveanidyllic life, until Sean disappears while surfing.
9.40 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) Margaret and Todd work to bring justice to an Olympic athlete who lost his leg in aplane crash.
10.40 FBI (Mv,R)The FBI investigates adeadly robbery
11.30 TheProject (R)
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Newborough veteran Peter ‘Jibba’ Ainsworth (pictured right with Bulldogs senior captain Alex Skinner) reached the incredible mark of 400 senior career games at the weekend. Ainsworth celebrated the milestone with a win against MDU, as Newborough continued their unbeaten season in Mid Gippsland football.
GOALS: Leongatha: AHeppell 5T Brill 4COlden 3JBurns 3T McRae2J Garnham 2K Drew
2JGinnane 2NFixterCMaskell TMarriott. Warragul: CSutherland 5. BEST: Leongatha: A
Heppell TBrill TMarriott JBurns KDrewJGarnham. Warragul: CSutherlandSMasterson C
Alger KMacLean BHeffordAPhillips
WONTHAGGI
GOALS: Wonthaggi: CMcInnes 4JHutchinson 3A LindsayIChugg.Moe:BGowers3M
Heywood BDaniher JWood RBaldi LForatoNProwse. BEST: Wonthaggi: ALindsay T
Knowles KReid JStaleyJ Blair.Moe: GCocksedge DKeiltyJ Wood TLong RBaldi CRieniets
GOALS: Sale:B Walker 2JJohnstone 2T Wrigglesworth SLange KMcDonald JMclaren D
McGuiness.Maffra:SDavidson
THE future of Gippsland League football is in safe hands if the gamebetween Traralgon and Morwell is anything to go by.
Two relatively youthful teams clashed in a marquee Sunday game for Round 11 of the Gippsland League.
The weather was cold but the footy hot as the traditional rivals squared off at Morwell Recreation Reserve, now complete with nets at either end of the ground.
Halleluiah.
While spectators on both sides were singing the praises of that particular instalment, only one was singing their club song at the end of the game.
Traralgon was the team to sing their song, after breaking away in the last term to win 12.9 (81) to 7.9 (51).
Just 13 points separated the sides at the last change, but afour goal to one final term sealed the deal forthe Maroons.
Traralgon, needing to win to stay on track with what is looking likea four-team race to threeavailable spots for the double-chance, went into the match favourites against a Morwell outfitwith afour-win, six-loss record.
However, given the natureofalocal rivalry, the Tigers came into the contest avery sneaky chance.
When rain pelted down during the reserves game, theirchancesofanupset may have even risen.
Traralgon made use of the new ball while it was still dry, and kicked four goals to one in the first term heading toward the croquet club. Maroons skipper Dylan Loprese had his trademark vice-like hands on display, taking astrong contested grab and kicking one of his side’s four goals.
Morwell played its best footballinthe second, with some clinical overlap run leading to anumber of good looks inside 50.
Hamiltontaking ashot from no less than 15 metres out.
Fortunately for Morwell,the set shot went astray, but Loprese made no mistake ashort time later afterbeing awarded afree for high contact.
His goal gave Traralgon back the lead, and some momentum as the halftime siren sounded just seconds after the ballwas tossed up.
Morwell respondedwiththe first goal of the third, courtesy of an outrageousset shot from Josh Galea.
Galea tookamarkdeep in the pocket near the scoreboard, and from 40 metres out, kicked an arrow straight drop punt, cuing an immediatecelebration turning to the crowd.
While his effortwould have won goalof the day, it ended up being the only goal, in fact the only score,Morwell managed for the whole quarter.
Traralgon didn’t haveasmany issuesscoring, but it did have problems converting, as they kicked 2.4 (16).
Defensivepressure was high from both sides,somuchsoatone stage there was four holding the ball decisions in arow.
Morwell players had moments of brilliance around the ground. Adiving intercept mark from Tyler Hillier stopped acertain Traralgon chain, and aclever palming knock-on from Zac Carlson kept the ball moving forward.
The Tigers certainly linked up well at times on offence, but perhaps just went one handball too many, which caused some delay and allowed Traralgon defenders such as Tye Hourigan and Conor Little to pick off high balls coming in.
Maroonskey forward Brett Eddy got his side back in front with asnapped set shot next to the clubrooms, takingthe lead to five points at the 15-minute mark.
Harvey Neocleous then gave Traralgon some breathing space, snapping off balance but finding enough purchase on the ball to send one through three minutes later.
Eddy put the final nail in the coffin for Morwell, kicking his fifth at the 24-minute mark, in what was avery short quarter, as the siren sounded not long after.
Eddywas voted best-on-ground for the winners, followed by Little, Tom Schneider, Loprese(three goals), Tom Hamilton and Mark Collison.
VictoriouscoachJakeBest was pleased withthe result,inwhatwas, funnily enough, the first time he had beaten Morwell in both home-and-away fixtures in his three years as senior coach.
“It was agood contest, normally always is atight contest with this local rivalry, really happy with how the boys ran away with it in the end,” he said.
“We knew that they would be totally different from last time, they had afair few out (last time we played them), we knew it was going to be close, especially with the conditions.
“Morwell were really good, we just knew that if we stick to our system and plan, we’ll be able to overrun them.
“Guys just found away (in the last), guys that had been abit quiet really stood up. Thought Tom Hamilton in the ruck had a massive difference, our midfielders got on top,got thoseclearances, the boys up forward took some good marks, it was justguysstood up when it mattered.”
Those observing Traralgon at their quarter time and three quarter time huddle could have been forgiven for thinking athirdof their players were still young enough to be in the under 18 game.
That’s because they were.
“Seven teenagers, we’re super-youngwhich is exciting, some weeks we’re really young, which is good for the future,” Best said. Traralgon is now equal-second on the ladder, but fourth on percentage in alogjam with three other sides.
Brendan Briggs Judah Leak MasonPorykali
Adams Kyle Elphick.Traralgon: Matthew Northe Lachlan McDonaldThomas McMahon
Wood Kade Marsh Kade Ruyters
The Tigers had most of the play for the term, and took the greasy conditions out of the equation, continuing to flick handballs aroundcongestion and moving the ball with speed.
Ascrambled goal after the ball bobbled around the goal face gave the home side a lift, while afollow-up major from Brandon Mcauliffemade it aone-pointballgame.
Morwell had Tristen Waack available from theVFL,and the hybrid ruckman/midfielder gave the Tigers the lead after bombing agoal off one step from 50 metres out.
Confidencewas high among the home side, and they looked acompletely different team to the one that was annihilatedbyTraralgon earlier in the season by nearly 70 points.
Morwell helda number of premiership reunions the night before, and one couldn’t help but thinkthe Tigers had risentothe occasion to do the ‘Tigers of old’ proud.
Traralgon struggled to get the ball inside 50 until red time, until ahorrendous kick across goal from Morwell ended with Josh
Some razzledazzle from Traralgon midfielder Luis D’Angelo handballing over his head inside 50 very nearly led to ashot on goal, only for the receiving kick to be met with aless-than-attractive but equally valuable smother from underrated Tigers defender Zac Anderson.
Come threequarter time, Morwellplayingcoach Boyd Bailey praised the work rate of his troops, and urged themtokeep persisting.
Afamous win was on the cards when Mcauliffe benefitted from some sloppy Traralgondefence, which allowed him to take an uncontested mark inside 50. The goal cut the margin backtoseven points, but Traralgon responded ashorttime later with agoal to Billy Schilling.
The Tigers kept coming, and were atouch unlucky after aHillier checkside slapped into the goal post as the clock ticked closer to 20 minutes.
Agoal to Eddy at the 20-minute mark made the equationjust that little bit harder for Morwell,and whenTateMarsh found the ball in space and raninto goal from30metres out, it was all over.
The Maroons have only losttwo games, however, one of those was to second-placed Wonthaggi by 79 points.
When asked if he was willing to cast that performance aside as an aberration, Best said “hope so”.
“They were really good on the day and we were really poor,” he said.
“We’ve learnta lot from that loss,we’ve got three wins since that loss so hopefully we can keep getting better.”
Best for Morwell was Waack, Burkeley Macfarlane, Blake Couling, Darnell Grech, Mcauliffe and Max Linton.
An interesting observation out of the match wasMorwellplayersonthe bench using amobile phone to communicate with the coaches box located in the grandstand. While the move might not be totally left-offield,itwas unusual to seemuddied players looking as though they are taking aprivate call during agame.
Leongatha coachTrent McMicking has perhaps led the way in terms of innovative ideas.Next time you are at aLeongatha game, notice if McMicking is wearingAirPods to communicatewith coaches stationedat other sections of the ground.
WHILE there has no doubt been plenty of late night discussion in the Morwell FootballNetballClub socialroomsastowho the club’s best ever player has been, there can surely now be no argument as to who the best player to ever stepfoot in thoseclubrooms hasbeen.
AFL champion WayneCarey was in Morwell on Sunday, taking the stage as guest speakerfor the Tiger’sannual sponsors day.
Attendees heard from the man generally regarded as the greatest-ever player in AFL history, as he regaled stories from his decorated career with North Melbourne.
The two-time premiership captain also spokeopenly about his troubled upbringing, and lifeoutside football, which carried its share of controversy.
Carey used the Morwell trip as an opportunity to catch up with ex-teammate and Morwell FNC’s own Troy Makepeace.
Speaking to the Express,Carey said he was impressed with the standard of play in the Gippsland League.
“Of lateI’ve got to afew countryareas which I’ve reallyenjoyed, evengot backto Wagga Wagga acouple of weeks ago which is the hometown,” he said.
“The footy is areally high level in Wagga Wagga, and this game (between Morwell and Traralgon) looks at awhole newlevel to that, which goes to show footy is strong around here.”
The 52-year-old has connections with a few Gippslanders. His 1996 North Melbourne premiership teammate Stuart Anderson is from Sale, and his last AFL coach, Gary Ayres, is from Warragul.
Ayres coached Carey while he was at Adelaide.
“Ayresy’s alegend and Stewy Anderson, premiership teammate, played with Makey (Troy Makepeace), and then hearing all the other players thathave come fromthis district, it’s apretty good hunting ground for AFL,” Carey said.
When told Anderson was stillplaying good AGrade cricket in Sale, Carey said he was “not surprised whatsoever”.
Despitethe Kangaroos of today going through atumultuous periodthat has seenmaster coach Alastair Clarkson take indefiniteleave, Carey was optimistic about his former club’s future.
“I think they are going okay actually,” he said.
“I think their last five weeks have been competitive, could of pinched two or three wins.”
Carey, also aformer AFL commentator, has now retreated to aquieter life. Funnily enough, he said his chat with the Express was his first media interview in 10 months.
IF the game at Ted Summerton Reserve last Saturday was anything to go by -it'sgoing to be a cracking finals series.
Second played third when Moewelcomed Wonthaggi for Round 11 of the Gippsland League.
Thegamewas befitting of one billed as matchof-the-round, so much so adraw would have been afair result.
It wasn't faroff adraw, just onepointinfact, but four points went the way of Wonthaggi after they secured athrilling 9.9 (63) to 9.8 (62) victory.
Heartrates were high in apulsating last five minutes,asthe Lionscameagonisingly short of ending the Power's seven game winning streak.
The visitor’s started the better of the two sides, and led by 14 points at the first change.
Despite losing key defenderShannon Bray early, Wonthaggi took further ascendency, and skipped to agame-high 34-point lead midway through the second.
Wonthaggi forward Cooper McInnes perhaps demonstrated how high confidencewas in the Power camp,cheekily showing the ball in one hand to his opponent before running into an open goal.
At thatstage,the Power looked every bit the team that had inflicted fellow top-four side Traralgon with anear 80-point drubbing just three rounds prior. One spectator quipping to this scribe "not much to write about this week."
Moe however did enough to stay in the contest. Back-to-back goals from Billy Gowers, the first from a50-metrepenalty that tookhim to the goal square, and the second from awraparound handball just inside 50, ensured the Lions had the margin under some control.
Acleverplay by Riley Baldi to take advantage inside 50 at the scoreboardend saw him slot a crucial majorright on halftime, with said scoreboard reading 7.8 (50) to 4.3 (27) at the main break.
Wonthaggi had looked the superior team in the first half, and when McInnes scored the first goal of the third quarter to extend the lead, the Power threatened to take the game right away fromMoe.
The Lions keptfighting though, and another advantage call went their way, and saw Gowers
addamajor at the nine-minute mark.
Afollow-uplongrange set shot from Ben Daniher sailed through at the 14-minute mark. Afterkicking the goal, Daniher immediately turned to agroup of Wonthaggi players, and added to the drama by giving them what appeared to be the hand signal associated with talking, perhaps indicating there had been afew choice words saidduring the game
While there was likely plenty of banter on-field, one thing Wonthaggi were was very loud in their communication with each other.
At times it was clearly audible from well beyond the fence to hear Power playersdirecting each other around the ground.
Even playing-coachJarrydBlair was pretty much shouted at to get into position from teammates.
Moe added athirdgoal for the quarter when Nick Prowse tookastrong mark within close range, and brought the margin back to nine points at the 24-minute mark.
By now, momentum hadwelland truly swung Moe's way, and they weren't done with yet.
The Lions managed another goal justbefore three quarter time, and went into the last change only three points down.
Moe playersrose to anew level in the third, highlightedbyBrockSmith takinganexceptional intercept mark whenhewas literallysideways as he took it.
Lions defender-turned-winger Tyson Biffin also showedhis football IQ, outsmarting former Collingwood player Isaac Chugg to gain a50-metre penalty at half-back. Biffin shaped to kick the ball down the line, but did so in away that forced Chugg to step off the mark before the umpire had called play-on.
Defence was the orderofthe last quarter, as both sides fought manically to repel any forwardentries.
AJackHutchinson goal gave Wonthaggi some breathingspace, and it wasn't until theclock had ticked over 20 minutes that Moe was able to respond.
Strong contested marking was afeature throughout the day, and there was some potentially goal-saving grabs by Power players Tim Knowles and Josh Schulz.
Knowles tookarguably mark of theday in the third, outmuscling Gowers, while pint-sized Schulz showed tremendous courage to fly backwards and
SALE went 2-0 in Battle of the Birds for 2023.
In whatwould have been doubly sweetfor theMagpies, they also ended anyfaint hopes Maffra might have hadofplayingfinals as well.
The Eaglescertainly made the visiting Magpies work for the points, in afinal scoreboard reading 9.9 (63) to 6.8 (44).
Oddlyenough, the Eagles didall their scoring in the third quarter.
Up until then,the Magpies had keptMaffra goalless, but somewhat astonishingly, the Eagles managed sixunansweredmajors before not scoring agoal again in the last.
Bohdi Walker played his first senior game for the season, and kicked two goals for the victor’s Jack McLaren was again in the best for Sale, and could just about have the club best-andfairest sewn up. Others to play well were Will
Leslie, Josh Butcher, Nathan Whitford, Jarrod Freeman and Adam Wallace.
Dr Sam Davidson kicked two goals in abest afield performance for Maffra.Brayden Monk, Ben Brunt, Alex Carr,KieranJonesand James Read also did agood job.
DROUIN brokethroughfor itsfirst win of the season, defeating the travelling Bairnsdale by 27 points.
Wild sceneserupted in the Hawks' rooms following their 10.20 (80) to 8.5 (53) victory.
The same couldnot be said for their western neighbours Warragul,who were crushed by league-leader’s Leongatha.
Aseverely depleted Warraguldid well to field ateam, and duly lost 26.24 (180) to 5.3 (33) at Parrot Park.
The shortage of players meant the Gulls had to forfeit their reserves.
grab the ball 30 metres out from Moe's goal at the 21-minute mark of the last. Although his follow-up decision to send abullet pass to centre half-back would have no doubt left afew hearts in mouths on the Wonthaggi bench.
Downbyeightpointsand needing to go for everything, Moe pushed all their numbers past halfway.
The Lions did agood job of surging the ball forward, with Harri Sim cooly keeping the ball in play and then nailing Jarryd Blair in acrunching tackle. Younger brother Jack Blair was wrapped up in asimilar tackle by Matt Heywood ashort time later.
Wonthaggi paidthe pricefor assumingafreekick was going their way inside Moe's 50, which led to Lion's skipper Jacob Wood snapping truly from a standing-start to make it atwo-point ball game.
There was afew secondsofconfusionfrom Power players,some of whomhad literally stoppedbefore realising they needed to get back and defend.
Emotions had been riding high throughout the day, demonstratedbythe number of 50-metre penalties paid. Veteran umpire Mark Smith affordedthe opportunitytodefusethe tightness of atwo-point game, jokingly offering his whistle to aWonthaggi supporter afterbeing told he'd missed afree kick.
The final twist in the tale turned out to be rather ironic as far as Moe was concerned.
If you were to ask any Moe player who they would want taking aset shot, chances are they would choose Scott van Dyk.
Witharguably the best and most rakingfoot in the team, van Dyk had ashot 40 metres out directly in front.
Unfortunately for Moe, and understandably
under tired legs for van Dyk, the kick could only register aminor score.
Wonthaggi did not try to win the game from there,and wereintent on chewingoff valuable seconds, even if it meant kickingthe ball 20 metres backwards.
Alast-gasp effort from Moe was thwarted when Knowles again crashed apacktotakeasolid mark.
The siren sounded as he was getting up, giving Wonthaggi victory by the barest margin.
McInnes kickedfour goals and Hutchinson three, whileAiden Lindsay, Knowles, Jarryd Blair, Kyle Reid, Jordan Staley and Jack Blair were voted best.
Best for Moe was Grady Cocksedge, Declan Keilty, Wood, Tom Long, Baldi and Charlie Rieniets.
Despite the result, perhaps pleasingly for Moe was the fact it didn'tappear as though they changed agreat deal in the way they played after halftime.
Long was put onto Hutchinson, but apart from that, structurally not much changed at all Where the idea might havebeen right but the execution wrong in the firsthalf for Moe, the second saw the right idea paired with better execution.
Wonthaggi's one-wood had been their ability to chipthe ball through the middleofthe ground and then explode in the front half utilising the class of Chugg, Ryan Sparkes and the Blairs.
Wonthaggi continued to try and play this way in thesecondhalf, but more kicks were forced down the line due to Moe shutting down the corridor. Moe will surely take agreat deal of belief out of thisgame, and head into the byeknowingtheyare up to their eyeballs in this competition.
How bad were Traralgon against Wonthaggi
In the context of the situation,Yarram's CorbinSutherland played aremarkable game for Warragul -kicking all five of their goals. Vertical
3.3 3.3 4.3 (27)
GOALS: Fish Creek:T Redpath 8BBell 2PMueller 2R Staley CMcPheeBPerks LEdgelow. Mirboo
Nth: S Bradley2LDight OBudd BEST: Fish Creek:O StrawJ StandfieldT Redpath CMcPhee P
Mueller MPocklington. Mirboo Nth: OBudd S BradleyBKratzatA O’Loughlin S Busuttil MAveling
NEWBOROUGH 2.1 4.2 7.3 10.3 (63)
6.5 7.8 (50)
MDU 2.2
GOALS: Newborough: CNickels 4P Frendo 2JEdebohls 2DMcColl L Gilroy.Meeniyan
Dumbalk Utd: JBrydon 2BPerryA Trease BMaxwell JDawson K Scrimshaw. BEST:
Newborough: JEdebohls S Burns L Gilroy DMcColl M Stringer WTroy. Meeniyan Dumbalk
Utd: MEast MHoober EO’Loughlin ATreaseRLivingstone JRiley
STONYCREEK4.2
FOSTER2.0
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Shepherdson AVerboon. Foster:J Albrecht 4JChaseling BEST Stony Creek: CMichael LByrnes S
Cope BMcKnight N Svenson BRawson. Foster:MHouseBTillackJ AlbrechtTHouse LHulse J Smith
GOALS: Tarwin: TLomax 4DHales 3R Houston BChalmers WBlundy.Toora: JMaurilli-Pullin
4JMabilia. BEST: Tarwin: G Brennan S KilsbyT Lomax TCameron HCumming JCarmody
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AS the second half of the season got underway in the Mid Gippsland Football-Netball League at the weekend, pundits might have been preparing to see the inevitable 'killing off' of some clubs' finals aspirations. Although 'mathematically'possible, the reality is that being partofthe business end of the season would be highly improbable for some if they found themselves on the wrong end of results in Round 10.
BOOLARRAV MORWELL EAST
FOR Boolarra, it was win or be found wanting in the weeks ahead.
Nothing less than victory would be acceptable given the Demon's precarious position some two games shy of the league's top six clubs.
Hosting Morwell East, who themselves desperately needed to win,was alwaysgoing to be something very close to finals-like football, and that's what we got, Boolarra winning athriller 11.4 (70) to 9.14 (68).
Boolarra coach, Tony Giardina breathed a sigh of relief at the final siren.
“Both teams had alot to play for and the game was played that way," he said.
"We kept our nose just in front all day, (Morwell)Eastreally put the pressure on in the last and theywereunluckytonot to get thefourpoints in the end, missinga shot for goal directly in frontinlastminute.
"I'm proudofthe way the boys went about it considering the injuriesand unavailability of guys we had.”
As ecstatic as the Demons were in both the win and keeping their season alive, the resultwas adisaster for Morwell East, with the pressure now really starting to build on the Hawks..
“Another devastating loss for us. We had more opportunities in the forward half but inaccurate kicking on goal cost us in the end,” coach Paul Henry said.
NEWBOROUGH VMDU
NEWBOROUGH managed to get through last week's match-of-the-round against an in-formThorpdalerelativelyunscathed, and importantly with the four points, only to come up againstyet another contender keen to try their luck against the unbeaten Bulldogs.
Meeniyan Dumbalk United, second on the table before the weekend, had slowly, quietly and impressivelyclimbed their way towards the top of the mountain,and were keen to puttheir flag in the centre of Newborough's home ground, and to their credit, they got awfully close.
The Bulldogs however found just enough to win 14.9 (93) to 13.6 (84).
Newborough coachCraig Skinner said it was ahigh-standard game.
"Was acrackingstart to the game where 17 goals were kicked by half time. Win the clearance and get the goal," he said.
"Nathan Allen’s coaching has made abig impact early and with fast ball movement and some forward targets they are going to be hardtobeatinthe back end of the season
"Luke Webber was solid and loud down backfor us.Pat Charles and LiamFlahavin tooktheir footy to another levelinthe centre today and Jake Bishop marked everything that camehis way and then kicked some crucial goals.
"HaydenPrestidge lit up the wing with run and carry, but it was the 400-gamer Peter Ainsworth thatsealed the dealwithtwo last quarter goals.”
Despite the result, Demons coach Nathan Allen said his side would take confidence out of the performance against the league leader’s.
“We took it right up to Newborough on the weekend. They made us pay for afew mistakes in the first half, but impressively our boys fought the game out to the final siren,” he said.
Bothteamsshowed most of what they have on the weekend, withthe Bulldogs pressure without the ball possiblythe difference, but make no mistake, with months before thefinals, both teams will be significantly improved the next time they meet, which will no doubt be come finals time.
FISH CREEK VMIRBOO NORTH
IT was with acertainamount of trepidation that Fish Creek welcomed Mirboo North to their home ground.
Only seven days earlier, the Tiger's had turned 'giantkillers' when defeatingone of the league's premiership favourites in Yinnar.
The question was, couldMirboo North back that impressive victory up against yet another club with abig reputation?
The answer,unfortunately for Tiger's fans was no.
Fish Creek doing it comfortably 15.14 (104) to 7.3 (45).
Kangaroos coach Jarrod Walker was pleased with the performance.
“A great result for us today, we came out off the bye like a bull at a gate and did the hard work early," he said.
"Mirboo definitely came out in the second halfand showedthe skills they’ve got and the potential they have.”
The Kangaroos continue to do what needs to be donemore times thannot, and are now agame clear inside the top six.
Mirboo North coach Peter Mongta said it was adisappointing performance.
“Fish Creek came out of the blocks on the weekend with aseven-goaltoone first quarter," he said.
"We were simply out-worked in and around the contest and they moved the footy with ease and (had) easy shots on goal.
"Fish Creek continued on their merry way in the second quarter and things were starting to look ugly.
"Halftimecouldn’t come quick enough. We adjusted someareas of our game,the contested ball was back on our terms with some good outside run to see astrong second half of footy to outscore the victors.”
The Tigers are not far off where they need to be, but with time running out and more than afew clubs in asimilar position around them,they willnodoubt need to string wins together following their bye in this weekend
YINNAR VHILL END
IT is awell-known scientific fact that good sides do not lose twogames in arow, and from every calculation, Yinnar had earned the reputation of being avery good side.
Wantingtoreboundquickly from their shock loss to Mirboo Norththe previous round, this game spelt danger for the winless and visiting Hill End side.
The Rovers bore the brunt of the Magpies speedy response, as Yinnar won 13.13 (91) to 5.6 (36).
Yinnar coach Daniel Taylor was happy to get out with four points.
“Fair to say the game didn't hit great heights but we're happy to bounce back after lastweek and walkawaywitha comfortable win and no injuries," he said.
"I thought Hill End competed really well, they definitely have acrackand awin
shouldn't be too far away."
You can’t help but be impressed by the respect shown by clubs and coaches, both for thosethat are winning games and thosethat are not. The Rovers are manfully fighting for their first victory of 2023, and knowing coach Mike Santo, one win, won’t be enough.
“Great effort by our lads all day, but effort alone doesn’t win you games. Continued skill errors and decision making hurt us again badly," he said.
"Yinnar use the width of the ground well andhave good players especially across half back andonthe outside."
It’s ayear that hasn’t gone to plan for Hill End, but coach Santo is trying to ensureit’sa year that doesn’t go to waste, by also casting an eye towards what is needed to be better in 2024.
STONY CREEK VFOSTER
AS good as Stony Creek had been over the past month,the reality is thatthe Lionshad suffered too many close losses that appeared on the surface at least, the difference between what could have been and what is.
Three games shy of where they wanted to be, only awin against an inform Foster could breathelife into the home team's season, but that desire was but adream, as Foster won 14.7 (91) to Stony Creek 4.9 (33).
Foster coach, Sam Davies described it as arelatively tight game.
“The scoreboard didn’t reflect the evenness of the game in my eyes, it was quite physical and contested we felt,whichiswhat we were searching for after an easier month," he said.
"Our team defenceisslowly working better each week.”
Stony Creek were alittle off wherethey havebeeninrecent weeks, and beingalittle off against good sides can quickly getout of control.
“A disappointing game for us. We had our premiership reunions,sohad alot of club legendswatchingon," Lions coach Chris Verboon said.
"Fosterjumped out of the gates early.They were able to hold space around stoppages which allowed them to get easy forward entries.
"We went away from how we have been playing the last four weeks and still have a lot to work on.
"Next week we take on Tarwin who are another in-form team. Tarwin versus Stony is always ahard-fought contest."
TOORAV TARWIN
AFTER showingglimpses of what they could do early in the season, the Toora team had become somewhat of apunching bag for opposition teams over the last few weeks, with too many big losses knocking the stuffing out of the Magpies players and their confidence.
Tarwin arrived with the intent of doing exactly the same thing, and went on to win 23.11 (149) to 6.6 (42).
Tarwin coachTroy Hemmig labelled it a four-quarter performance.
“We played very well for four quarters and our game plan clicked very well," he said. "Couldn’t get abetter day for footy with the weatherdownatToora so that was a bonus too!
"Jack (Toora coach Jack Weston) and his men are trying hard, just lack abit of talent. I’m sure Jack can turn the club around as he is very well respectedfrom all of us at Tarwin."
Times are toughfor Toora, but Hemming’s respect for the Magpies is echoed by many in the league, that said, winning is reward for hard work and at this stage, Toora needs to somehow find away to do even more for longer to get rewarded.
“Another tough day. We showed patches of good footy with some decent ball movement into an open forward 50,” Weston said.
"Looking forward to getting afew back frominjury against Boolarranext week at home who will be tough off the back of a good few weeks.”
THORPDALE had the bye.
The man: Newboroughplayers gather around Peter‘Jibba’ Ainsworth(front row, thirdfromleft) beforehis 400th senior game.The Bulldogs allworespecial ‘Jibba 400’ shirtsfor the occasion Photograph supplied
THE top four of the Gippsland Leagueisalmostset as Morwell, Moe, Leongatha, and Drouin showcased their dominance over the weekend.
Drouin asserted themselvesasone of the top teams, smashing Bairnsdale by 24 goals.
Kelly Mills, Ella Henderson and Kym Diston were good in the win, while Olivia Betts, Sophie Bills and Danielle Johnson showed classfor the Redlegs. Moe too, overpowered their opponent, beating Wonthaggi 65 to 34.
Lion’ssuperstar Ramayer Gourleyshowed her strength, shooting awhopping 45 goals.
Hollie Bugeja,AlexMoody and Gourley were among the best on court, while Power’s usual guns Jess Blair, Mia Plenkovich and Chelsea Bowman were noted in the loss.
Leongatha was able to dominate Warragul.
The Parrots welcomed the Gulls to their home deck, but it was always going to be an uphill battle forWarragul.
Leongatha managed to have afew goals bufferat
each break, which allowed them to keep pressure high, rattling the Warragul side.
Lily Sheehan, Renee Cook and Naomi Allardyce wereWarragul’sbest,while Kate Browne,Lauren Redpath and Kayla Redpath starred for Leongatha.
Maffra got close but not close enough in the Battle of the Birds, as Sale took home a58to47win
The Magpies got the jump over aslow-starting Eagles,who conceded a10-goal lead in the first quarter. The game tightened in the second term, with the Eagles able to apply some pressure and win the quarter by one, but there wasstill nine goals to turn around at the halfway mark.
The Magpies stayed strong and would ultimately extend their lead in the last half.
Sale’s Dee Dee Lambert,Teagan Harrison and Isla McCarthy were exceptional in the win. Maffra’s best were Chelsea Allman, Chloe Proud and Ashleigh Keefe.
In the Sunday showdown, Morwell took care of Traralgon in atight battle, winning 41 to 36.
Big games make for big moments, and this was definitely the game to watch.
Traralgon came out of the gates firing, stunning the Tigers with afour-goal lead at the first break. But,the experience of the Morwellside came through after quarter time, when they were able to get control back of the game.
The Maroons didn’t giveupthe fight, continuing to push the Tiger side to their limits.
Despite alast-quarter surge from Traralgon that had them right in the game, Morwell took home thechocolates in awin that showcased why they are the team to beat.
Traralgon’s Ashlyn Pavey, Cassidy Smithand Bronwyn Tebb were recognised as best on court.
Tanya Budge, Chloe Radford and Anna Solomon were brilliant for the Tigers.
THE North Gippsland netball table has once again shifted quite dramatically after some interesting results.
Sale City has now surged to the top after demolishing Yallourn Yallourn North 68 to 22.
Thepercentage-boosting game sawthe Bulldogs jump ahead of Heyfield on the ladder.
Heyfield, despite losing top spot, would still be smilingafterthey defeated one of last years grand finalist, Rosedale in avery close game.
It was atight battle between the Kangaroos and Blues, with constant momentum shifts and surges,
it sure wasacontest. In theend it wasHeyfield who controlled the ball more, winning 48 to 43. Woodside returnedtowinning form after defeatingChurchill 38 to 57.
It wasn’t agood day for the Cougars, but it sure was for the Wildcats, who won aclean sweep in the netball.
Playing-coach and three-time Victorian Netball League Hotshot (most goals) award recipient Libby Nicol made her return back to the Woodside team, whichundoubtedly helped the Wildcats dominate the shooting end and the game.
Glengarry made lightwork of Yarram, defeating the Demons 63 to 36, while Traralgon Tyers United was able to overpower Cowwarr,winning59to47. Gormandale had the bye. IN Round 10 of Mid Gippsland results went largely as expected.
The closest match wasbetween Morwell East and Boolarra, with the Hawks winning by 11.
MeeniyanDumbalk Unitedwas too strong for Newborough, as was Yinnar over Hill End.
Fish Creek had the better of MirbooNorth, while SouthGippsland clubs Stony Creek and Toora also saluted.
NETBALL
By ZAIDA GLIBANOVIC
GIPPSLAND League has the bye this weekend, and will return Saturday, July 8.
Morwell goes into the break on top of the ladder, and looks primed for another shot at the title.
IN Round11ofthe MidGippsland season, spectators are blessed with another good battle between first-place Yinnar and second-place Morwell East.
TheHawks have been hot to touch this season, and will prove to be aformidable opponent to the traditional netball powerhouse in Yinnar.
The two playing-coaches in Yinnar’s Skye McDonald and Morwell East’s Madison Burney will play directly on each other in GA and GD. Thepair willgive spectatorsafiery battle that will dictate the course of the game. This match is hard to tip, but based on experience and tradition, Yinnar might just get over the line.
Toora and Boolarra are also tipped to put on a
competitive match at Toora RecreationReserve. Boolarra hasstunned the competitionthis year and will be ready to take on the reigning premier. It might well be the Demons thathandToora their first loss of the season.
In other games, Hill End will play Fish Creek, Foster goes head-to-head with Newborough, Tarwin takes on Stony Creek, and MeeniyanDumbalk United and Mirboo North have the bye.
AS North Gippsland heads into Round 12 of the season,the race fortop spotcouldnot get any tighter.
The game of the round will be when the fifth-placed Glengarry plays the sixth-placed, Rosedale. The Blues are coming off adevastating loss to Heyfield, and are still on the hunt to prove themselves and get back to Grand Final form. The Magpies have hada hot start to the season but remaininconsistent in beating quality sides, so this one may go down to the wire. Churchillwilllook to redeem themselves after two losses in arow.
The Cougars willbeona mission to get back on the winners list, and will fancytheir chances playinga Yarram side who has managed only one win all season.
Woodside gets to play Yallourn Yallourn North in what will be agood game to get some of those Wildcat developmental players out on the court.
The Jets have yet to showcase any competitivenessthis year,and givenWoodside’srecent win against Churchill, you can see this result turning ugly here.
Traralgon Tyers United has one of the biggest challenges in facing top-ranked Sale City.
The TTU team will have to bring everything and the kitchen sink to get over the bulldozing Bulldog’s side.
Cowwarr and Gormandale face off in abid to add one more win to their three wins each this season.
Both teams have found wins hard to come by all year, so best believe the Saints and Tigers will battle it out to desperate for the four points.
Heyfield has the bye.
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POTENTIAL finals sides became clearer afterRound 11 of the North Gippsland Football-Netball League.
16.19 (115)
7.12 (54)
With no real tight outings, the teams to be weary of have only become more frightening to oppose as the pointyend of the season edges closer.
THE second versus third battle between Churchill and Woodside was astatement win within the top five.
As predicted, theWildcats would be tough to beat -even at Gaskin Park -asthey have been all season long.
Afree-flowing first quartersaw nine goals kicked between the two sides, six of those going the way of the visiting team, as they took an 18-point lead into the first change.
Churchill, who had just welcomed back Ben Kearns, would soon be without him again, as he wasconcussed in the first quarter,ending his game then and there.
Kearns’ absence forthe Cougars was impactful and was noticed in the final three quarters.
Woodside peppered Churchill’s defence in the second term, but it only granted them three goals (and six behinds), meanwhile Churchill could only muster the four scoring shots (2.2) in the second term.
The Wildcatstransitioned the ball with relativeease, making it difficult for Churchill to set up acounter if they were to make an intercept.
Ten pointswere addedtoWoodside’slead at the half, and after some words of wisdomfor both sides, they were set for the second half.
But, it continued similarly to the first half.
each, as did coach Leigh Brown. And forRosedale,Tom Northe, Will Logan, Declan Barnett, Oscar Smith and Spencer Foxwere impressive in defeat. Rosedalewere valiant in defeat,and if they take anything away from this, it’s the fact that they were good against apotential finals side, and this type of performance against ateam in their half of the table would give them arun for their money.
They might just get the chance to put that to the test, when they travel to Glengarry this week.
As for Heyfield, they willbetreated to a bye, before they get ready to host Glengarry in afortnight.
TRARALGON TyersUnited are still undefeated.
It was no surprise to see the Bombers among the winners again, when they made light work of Cowwarr at home.
TTU kept the Saints goalless for the first half, kicking 6.2 (38) to three behinds in the opening term, which soon became 13.5 (83) to four behinds at the main break.
The goals continued to flow in the second half too,asthings began to go from badto worse for the visitor's.
A6.5 (41) to 1.2 (8) third term sent not only TTU past 100 points, but also their margin, as their percentage grew throughout the day.
With the game all but over, the Bombers finished the game withanother 41-8 quarter, winning by amassive 145points, holding onto top spot on the NGFNL senior ladder.
BradKelleher wasstrongupfront with seven goals, Hayden Willaton kicked four, while Stuart Goddard and MichaelJacobsen kicked three each.
Kelleher moved into equal-sixth on the NGFNL senior goal scoring list, with 35 goals throughout the season from eight games.
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COWWARR
Despite some minor tweaks, the Wildcats continued to hit the scoreboard, while keeping Churchill’s influence minimal.
Another 3.3 (21) to 1.4 (10) gave Woodside some confidence as the final quarter loomed.
And just when you thought the Cougars might be due for their own quarter of dominance -something they would be used to -Woodside had another blinder.
The Cougars were held to just 1.2 (8) in the final term, while Woodside piled on 5.3 (33) to run away 64-point winners, 17.13 (115) to 7.9 (51).
We did warn you, when Woodsidewin, they win big.
The visitors had seven multiple goal scorers in the rout, while Churchill only managed to have seven goal scorers for the entire 120 minutes.
Cameron Whiteoak was named as beston-ground for the Wildcats, also prominent was Josh Kennedy, Joh Fyfthe, Tom King, Josh Scott and Shaun Cusack.
For the Cougars, vice-captain Ryan Lowrie was best, also featured was coachJordan Fenech in his 200th game, 2022 captain Angus Mitchell who returned for agame, Patrick Kearns, Kurt Holt and Bailey Flanigan. Woodside has another potential finals game coming up this week, when they face Yallourn Yallourn North back home.
As for the Cougars, they will be in asimilar neck of the woods when they travel to Yarram to take on the Demons.
THE Kangaroos wouldbejumping with joy.
Heyfield scored their sixth win of the season, after disposing of Rosedale with ease, despite the high-scoring encounter.
Things began to get away from the Blues early, when Heyfield piled on seven goals in the opening term, but thanks to three goals for the away side, the lead only stood at 26 points.
The scoreboard wastickingoverquite frequently, with 5.5 (35) being added to the home side’s score.
Rosedale, againstthe run of play, continued to get chances and make the most of them, scoring3.2 (20),keeping the marginto41 points at the half.
The Blues were showing what they were capableofinglimpses, but were unable to stop the run and domination of Heyfield, who appear to be one of the mostdeterminedsides in the competition this season.
Thiswas displayed when Rosedale continued to getonthe scoreboard, so would Heyfield, and they would score more.
In the best for the Bombers were the Willaton brothers -Liam and Hayden, Jacobsen,Kelleher, FrazarBrouns and Jack Brown.
While for the Saints, Ben Coffey, Brayden Rioli, Mathew Leicester, Kyle Stamers, Sean Alexander and Rhys Luxford battled hard.
TTU can finally flex their muscles at the top of the ladder, now boasting the highest percentage which has been held by Woodside for most of the season.
The Bombers took their percentage past 300 and overthe Wildcats to 320.46 per cent.
TTU haveSaleCitythis week, before one of the highly-anticipated games of the season, which will most likely be afirst versus second duel against Woodside.
Cowwarr will hope to get their first win since Round 1, when they face Gormandale at the Boneyard.
The Tigers will also be desperate to get their first win of the season, in what is seen as agenuine possibility.
YALLOURN Yallourn North survived an early scare to hold off Sale City.
In typical Sale City fashion as of late, they didn’t shyawayfromthe contest early.
The Bulldogs stayed close in the first half, matching the Jets in the first quarter (17-apiece), before going down by just 13 points at the half.
Chances looked to be missed by the Jets, who were inaccurate in front of goal, kicking 4.7 (31) in the second term, but it perhaps showed us what they were capable of doing as the secondhalf of the match unfolded.
And it was, as the Jets piled on 5.4 (34) to
1.3 (9), to establish a38-point three quarter time lead.
The scoreboard was atrue reflection of the Jets’ second half performance, as they kicked another five goals to one in the final term to claim a61-point win, 16.19 (115) to 7.12 (54).
Dean Macdonald kicked five, butstill wasn’t the top goal-scorer on the day, outdone by teammate Josh Keyhoe, who kicked six.
Keyhoeclaimed best-on-groundhonours, and within the best was Jai Massese, Kyle Jennings, CambellStaff, Anthony Young and Owen Budge.
For SaleCity, Bill Quirk, Matthew Walker, Ben Brett, Blake Safstrom, Jaxsyn Whitehall and Chad Evans were best.
The Jets willhave one of the toughest fixtures this season up next, when they make the long journeydown to Woodside for achanceatmakingarun to securing the double chance.
YYN now look to be fighting Churchill for third spot.
Theyremaintwo games behind them, but if they can string some wins together and hope for some favourable results, they could be a chance when push comes to shove.
Sale City also don’t have it easy thisweek, when they take on the undefeated TTU. YARRAM needed that one.
The Demons are finally back on the winners’ list,and they did so in comfortable fashion,restoring their hopes of playing finals in 2023.
Visiting Glengarry, doubt surrounded Yarram based on their recent form, but they put those doubters to sleep with their performances at the weekend.
Notonly did they win, but they keptthe Magpies to asingle-digit score up until the final quarter.
Amonster first quarterset up the win, when Yarram kicked 6.6 (42) to nothing.
The secondterm was quite bleak in return, with just two goalsgoing the way of Yarram, as Glengarry got on the board with abehind.
The Magpies kicked their first major in the thirdterm, while Yarram could only manage to add one, as they held a56-point lead going into the final term.
Justhow Glengarry have done during points of the season -they finished strong.
The Magpies kicked 3.1 (19) to 2.2 (14), dragging the margin back to 51 points when the final siren rang, 11.12 (78) to 4.3 (27).
For Yarram, Matt Clavarino, Kiefer Sutherland,Dylan Garnham, Jake Mcfarland,LeviMunns and ChrisBruns -the new senior games record holder -all made the best.
Tom Poulton, Jack Burgess, Hunter Carman, Matt Scholtes, Seth Healy and Jordan Isiah Thomas when in the best for thelosing side.
Yarram will want to take advantage of a Churchill side who are comingoff the back of aloss, but it will be hard giving their recent head-to-head record.
Glengarry have achancetofind their first win since Round 8, when they host Rosedale this weekend.
GORMANDALE had the bye.
The Tigers will have their best chance of awin so far this season, when they host Cowwarr at the Boneyard this Saturday.
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Rosedale kicked another three goalsin the third term, something that could be sustainable againstadifferent opposition, but Heyfield kicked 4.3 (27) extending their lead to 50 points with 30 minutes remaining.
Just like they had all game, the Blues kickedthree more, but Heyfield had their most dominant quarter of the contest, kicking 7.4 (46) to walk away 78-point victors, 23.14 (152)to12.2(74).
For the Roos, Tyson Birss, Kail Hole, Mitch Bennett, Rob McMillan, Kyle Graham and Brayden Woodland were in the best.
Bennett and Graham kicked four majors
THE match-worn AFL premiership guernsey belonging to one of AFL’s greatest players of all time, Gary Ablett Jnr, has come forward to auction. All proceeds fromthe auctionare going to acharity close to Ablett's heart -Compassion Australia.
Bidding is starting at just $1.
This year, to start his international aid movement, Ablett is auctioning his 2009 match-worn AFL premiership guernsey, which is expected to break records.
In match-worn condition, the guernsey has not been washedsince game day with the Geelong Football Club more than 10 years ago, and is expected to attract thousands of biddersaround the country.
For aplayer, considered by many to be the greatest of all time, this jumper holds additional value, as 2009 marksthe season Ablettwas awarded his first Brownlow Medal, joining an elite group of players to win aBrownlow in apremiership-winning year.
“I am honoured to be working with Lloyds Auctions in supporting such aworthy cause in auctioning my 2009 AFL premiership guernsey and passitdowntoa new custodian to enjoy," Ablett said.
"I also look forward to the experiences we have on offerfor people to purchaseaspart of raising funds for Compassion Australia’s Mums and Babies appeal."
Lloyds Auctions said they were thrilled to have Ablett on board.
“We were humbled to get the call to support Gary Ablett Jnr on his journey to raise awareness and funds towards CompassionAustralia theMums &Babies Appeal in what is an incredible and memorable donationonhis behalf,” Lloyds Auctions chief operations officer, Lee Hames said.
“This is arguably the most prized premiershipwinning jumper ever to be put up for auction and we expect the phones to be ringing off the hook from footy fans right around the country regardless of the club they follow." Also up for auction is the chance to have lunch
with Ablettoranexclusive kick-to-kick experience, with the aim to raise as much money as possible for Compassion Australia.
Ablettlaunchedthe charity foundationinrecent year to raisemoney for international aid to help the world's most disadvantaged children.
For mums and babies living in poverty, the first year of achild’s life is critical for survival.
Close to 2.5 million children die within their first month of life, mostly from preventable causes.
Upon learning this,Ablettvowedtomakea difference, choosing to use the platform he’s been given for change.
The 2009 premiership guernsey and exclusive experiences will go under the hammer on Sunday, July 9from5pm.
To view the auction, head to lloydsonline.com.au/ AuctionDetails.aspx?aid=42371&pgn=1&pgs=100
Ablett will be making aplaying appearance for Drouin Football-Netball Club on July 15 against Morwell.
AFL legend: Gary AblettJrpictured at the Traralgon Greyhounds earlier this year.Flanking AblettisTraralgon GreyhoundRacing Club manager OliviaAlcock, Memberfor Morwell Martin Cameron and LatrobeCitydeputymayor DanClancey with the TraralgonCup File photograph
Generation
DEVOTEES of local cricket may havenoticeda familiar surname in the Sale senior line-up at the weekend.
The Wrigglesworthname featured for the Magpies, with young Tom Wrigglesworth making his debut.
He became the third generation Wrigglesworth to play senior football for Sale, and kicked agoal in their win over traditional rival Maffra.
It has been quite afew monthsfor the 17-year-old, who also made his FirstXIdebut for Melbourne CricketClublast summer.
His dad of course is former SheffieldShield cricketer Ian Wrigglesworth, who won aRyder Medal as best player in Victorian Premier Cricket in the late90s.
Some of our readersprobably came up against Ian in Country Week and GCL clashes against Sale-Maffra -and probably went out to him as well.
Time ticking
CLUBS have two more days before clearancesare shut for the season. June 30 is the cut-off date.
Aleague-wide bye in the Gippsland League this weekend-aday after thedeadline, has perhaps been timedtoperfection.
The option of bringing in players midseason would havenodoubt beenexplored by clubs across the region, and for those thinkingthey are asneaky chance come finals, it can be an easy carrot to dangle in front of apotential recruit.
It us understood one Mid Gippsland club has addedtwo gun players for the secondhalfofthe season, which theoretically should bring their flag odds in even further.
By the same token, bringing in playersnow can be fraught with danger, as some may feel it is unfair to have people come in and take the positions of thosewho has been with the team from the start of the year.
Personally, for thisreason, I've always been against midseason recruits.
In my experience, it just does more harm than good in regards to team unity.
You can guarantee mostmidseasonrecruits would not jumponthe bandwagon if the teamthey were looking to join was not travelling that well.
Wings clipped
YOU would have to wonderhow Yarram'sown
Nathan Vardy is feeling about his old AFL side.
FOOTBALL UMPIRING
LVUA
ANOTHER lot of milestones were reached by local umpires recently.
Umpires in the LatrobeValley Umpires Association celebrated their marks in matches across the region.
Kaylie Earle,Harry Bosch, Jonathan Cullen andCeana Moorhouse reached 50 games, while Remey Podmore brought up the century.
Sean Dykes umpired his250th game, becoming
one of the few to be accredited in all three disciplines.
Goalumpire David Plant reached his triple century on the weekend of June 17, and Brett Harle his 400th the week before.
Veteran fieldumpireSteven'Budige' Buhagiar is now into the 1050s, having reached another milestone over his long and illustrious career.
Latrobe Valley Umpires celebrated their 70th anniversary last Saturday night.
Great guns: CeanaMoorhouse umpired her 50th game recentlywith the Latrobe Valley Umpires Association
Photograph supplied
It is very hard to believe the West Coast Eagles premiership of 2018, which Vardy played in, was only five years ago.
How the mighty have fallen.
TheEagles lost by astaggering 171 points at the weekend, making it four 100-point losses in their last eight games.
Ican't recall an AFL team performing this badly in the modern era.
It is now surely only amatter of time before coach Adam Simpson is shown the door.
Alittle-known fact is that Simpson played in a junior premiership for Sale City.
Drouin's Ryan Marichas certainly experienced a baptism of fire since being picked up by the Eagles in the midseason draft.
How fickleAFL football canbe- he kickedagoal with his first kick in the big league, and has now lost both games he has played by acombined total of nearly 300 points.
Whatacontrast it musthave been for him at the weekend after seeing Drouincelebratingtheir firstwin of 2023.
His Eagles teammateCodyBurgiel,fromMaffra, would surely have made his AFL debut by now had it not been for injury.
Seeing the likes of Dom Sheed and Norm Smith Medalist Luke Shuey running around in a170-point
loss perhaps acts as aharsh but vital lesson. As they say, you're only as good as your last game. Test is best
THERE'S Testcricket,and then there's Ashes cricket.
The secondAshes Testgets underwaytonight (Wednesday) at Lord’s.
What aTest match it was to start the series.
Australian captainPat Cummins andNathan Lyonsteered the visitor's home with a72-run partnership for the ninth wicket.
Some justice perhaps for Cummins and Lyon, who were victims of Ben Stokes' freakish innings at Headingley in 2019.
Now,Cummins hasone back on Stokesasan opposing captain, as does Lyon,who had Stokes given not out lbw in that game and would have had the decision overturned had it not been for a torched review earlier.
Iwas amazed England did not bat into Day 2, or take the new ball when Cummins and Lyon were at the crease. Surely you would back Stuart Broad and James Anderson to knick Lyon and Josh Hazlewood off with the new rock.
Funnily enough,Marnus Labuschagne rates Lyon as one of the best players of the pull shot in the Australian team.
GIPPSLAND LEAGUE
League-wide byethisSaturday, July 1
MID GIPPSLAND
Round 11
(venue is firstlisted team)
Foster vNewborough Hill End vFishCreek
MDU vThorpdale
Morwell East vYinnar
Tarwin vStony Creek
Toorav Boolarra Mirboo North -bye
NORTH GIPPSLAND
Round 12
Glengarry vRosedale
Yarram vChurchill Woodside vYYN
TTU vSale City
G’Dale vCowwarr Heyfield -bye
AFL EXPORTS
BY TOM HAYESALL three locals in AFL action were wearing the same colours last round, when the Gold Coast Suns hosted Hawthorn. Back playing at home since the start of May,the Suns welcomed Moe’s Sam Flandersback into the teamtojoinMoe’s Bailey Humphrey and Morwell’s Ben Ainsworth.
It was the first time all three local boys had played together, after some injuries and disruptions so far throughout the season. Hawthorn began strongly, taking aseven-pointlead into quarter time.
Ainsworth got the Suns on the board midway through the first term, slotting asnap from 25 metres out.
The Suns clawed their way backinto the gamewith 10 scoring shots in the second term, albeit for 2.8 (20).
Nonetheless, they had a10-point advantage at halftime.
It was the beginning of the end for the Hawks, thanks to a five-goal to two third term, whichsaw Gold Coastupby32points
Things got out of handinthe final quarter, when the Suns kept the Hawks scoreless, kicking 5.5 (35) of their own to see the game out 67-point winners, 14.17 (101) to 5.4 (34).
Ainsworth is really hitting his stride as of late, collecting an equal-career-high 27 disposals, taking eight marks and having nine score involvements in the meantime.
Flanders would’ve enjoyed his return to the big leagues, also collecting acareer-high 27 disposals, claiming six marks, five clearances and five score involvements.
Humphrey managed to collect 13 touches, playing forward of theballopposed to his preferred midfield role from what recent history would suggest.
The Gold Coast Suns will stay at home this weekend, when they welcome league-leaders Collingwood to town on Saturday afternoon.
DROUIN’S Ryan Maric might’ve suffered one of the worst defeats that his careerwill ever have with the WestCoastEagles. Surely it can only be up from here.
The Eagles were embarrassed at the SCG on Saturday night, going down to Sydney by 171 points, 31.19 (205) to 5.4 (34). It was the equal-fourth biggest margin in VFL/AFL history, matching arecord South Melbourne made against St Kilda in 1919. Thismight justtrumpthe 104-year-old record however, as theSwans managed to surpass 200 points, doing something that has only occurred 31 times throughout history, and only three times this century.
6.30 TheABC Of (Final, PGl, R) David Wenham talks to controversial feminist Germaine Greer.
7.00 ABCNews. Takesalookatthe top stories of theday,including coverage of developing stories andevents.
7.30 NAIDOCAwards Mark Coles Smith andCasey Donovanhost theNational NAIDOC Awards.
9.00 Vera (Mav,R)After her former colleague and his daughter are badly burntbyanarson attack on their home, DCI Vera Stanhope is determined to track down the assailant and discover why someone would try to killthem.
10.35 TheMessenger (Malv,R)When Ed puts his best matesonthe ace of hearts, he’s shocked to learn how little he really knows about those he lovesmost
11.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.
6.30 SBS World News.
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8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 1. BilbaotoBilbao.182km hilly stage. From Spain. Commentaryfrom Matthew Keenan, Dr Bridie O’Donnell and Simon Gerrans.
2.00 Witch Hunt. (Mals, R) ACFO discovers acrime.
3.45 Food Safari Water. (PG,R) Presented by Maeve O’Meara.
4.45 Bamay:LarrakiaAnd Wulwulam Country. (R) Showcase of Larrakia and Wulwulam Country.
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
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7.00 Football. AFL.Round 16.Essendon vPortAdelaide. From the MCG.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Awrap-up of thegame,including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff
11.00 To Be Advised.
12.30 TheGreat DiamondHeist (PGa, R) Ross Kemp investigates the untold story of the Millennium Dome heist. [VIC]HomeShopping.
1.30 Harry’s Practice (R) Dr Harry Cooper and Dr KatrinaWarren present informationabout animals and petcare.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 GetArty. (R) Artists complete art projects to encourage kids of all ages to get creative.
5.00 House Of Wellness (PGa, R) Alook at locations that highlight living well.
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11.00 House Of Wellness. Noon Horse Racing. CaloundraCup Day, Flemington FinalsRaceday And Rosehill Gardens Raceday 5.00 Medical Emergency. 5.30 Escape To 6.00 BorderSecurity: Int. 6.30 The HighlandVet. 7.30 The YorkshireVet.
8.30 Escape To The Country 9.30 GreatestEscapes To The Country 10.15 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens.
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11.50 MOVIE: Yogi Bear.(2010,PG) 1.20pm Arctic
Secrets 2.10 Going Places. 3.10 Pacific Lockdown:
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5.30 Power To The People. 6.00 PacificIsland
Food Revolution. 6.50 News. 7.00 Spirit Talker
7.30 Black Mamba: Kiss Of Death. 8.30 MOVIE:
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Of Comedy.(1983,PG) 10.20 The Untouchables. (1987, M) 12.30pm Midnight.(2021, M, Korean) 2.25 Golden Kingdom. (2015, PG, Burmese) 4.20 Broken Hill. (2009,PG) 6.20 What’sEating GilbertGrape. (1993,PG) 8.30 The Glorias.(2020) 11.10 Young AndBeautiful. (2013, MA15+, French) 12.50am
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6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 WeekendBreakfast.
9.00 Insiders 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World
This Week.(R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30
Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30
Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 London Zoo: An Extraordinary Year.(R) 3.15 ALifeInTen Pictures. (PGln, R) 4.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 ArtWorks 5.30 Fake Or Fortune?
6.30 Compass: Changing Tides. Billy Bain goesona road trip
7.00 ABCNews. Alook at the top stories of theday
7.30 Grand Designs Revisited. Part 3of4
8.20 Silent Witness. (Final, Malv)
Nikki realises that gettingtothe truth will put the Lyell team, and everything they love,indanger
9.20 TheMessenger (Final, Mal)Edis failing the most important card but comes to see the real message has been forhim.
10.20 In Limbo (Final, Mal, R) Charlie uncovers the mystery of themissing money
10.50 Miniseries: Small Axe. (Madl, R)
12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 TheHeights. (PG, R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
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6.00 MorningPrograms. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Barkley Manor. (R) 11.00 Cycling Tour de France.Stage 1. Highlights. 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike Championship.Round 4.
3.00 French Castles: Defying The Nazis. (PGav,R) 4.00 TrailTowns.(PG, R) 4.30 Tour De France:Bonjour Le Tour.(Premiere) 5.30
Hitler-Stalin: ASecret Relationship.(av)
6.30 SBS WorldNews.
7.30 MysteryOfThe Ark Of Covenant Takesalookatone of the holiest relics from the Bible that hasbeen missing formore than 2000 years.
8.20 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 2. Vitoria-Gasteiz to Saint-Sébastien. 209km hilly stage.From Spain.Commentary from Matthew Keenan,DrBridie O’Donnell and Simon Gerrans.
1.45 Exit. (MA15+ads, R) Hermine plotsher revenge.
4.30 Food Safari Water (PG,R) Presented by Maeve O’Meara.
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al JazeeraNews
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6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) [VIC] HomeShopping.7.00 WeekendSunrise.
10.00 The MorningShow: Weekend.(PG)
11.00 HouseOfWellness. (PGa, R)
12.00 Football. VFL.Round 15 Frankston vCollingwood.
2.40 AFL Pre-Game Show.
3.00 Football. AFL.Round 16 Melbourne vGWS Giants.
6.00 SevenNews
7.00 Dancing With TheStars. (PG) Celebritiesshow off their dance skills.
8.40 7NEWSSpotlight An exclusive, special investigation.
9.40 TheLatest: SevenNews.
10.10 Born To Kill? TimothySpencer (MA15+av) Takesa lookatTimothy Spencer
11.10 AutopsyUSA: Howard Hughes. (Mad) Alook at the death of Howard Hughes.
12.10 AllTogetherNow –The 100 (PG, R)
12.30[VIC]HomeShopping.
1.25 Harry’sPractice (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million DollarMinute. (R) 4.00 NBCToday 5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise
6.00 Nine News Saturday.
7.00 ACurrentAffair
7.30 Cricket. TheAshes.Second Test. England vAustralia. Day 4. Morningsession. From Lord’s,London, England. (Please note: alternativeschedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).
10.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. England vAustralia. Day4.Afternoon session. From Lord’s, London,England.
3.30 ThePet Rescuers. (PG,R) Xavier rescues anativewild animal from alocal caravanpark.
4.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop (R) Home shopping.
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R) Acelebration of people andorganisationsacross Australia which make the world abetterplace
6.00 To Be Advised.
7.00 TheDog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown.
8.00 NCIS: LosAngeles. (Mv) Sam’s friend TomOlsen finds himself being hunted down by enemies from his past.
9.00 Blue Bloods. (Ma) Baez and her daughter are targeted by aperp she once putaway. Eddie advises Badillo after hisex-girlfriend is attacked. Anthony is sucked into acrime ring. Frank worries about his friend Lenny.
10.00 CSI: Vegas. (Mav) Theteam investigates acasewherean ambitious investigativereporter is found dead at apistachio factory
11.00 TheCheapSeats. (Mal,R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R)
5.00 Hour Of Power.
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6am Turning Point. 6.30 TV Shop: HomeShopping 7.00 LeadingThe Way. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 8.00 Beyond Today.
8.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 TheAvengers. 11.40 Edgar Wallace
Mysteries. 1pm MOVIE: Watch Your Stern. (1960 PG) 2.50 MOVIE: HuckleberryFinn. (1974) 5.15
MOVIE: Yours, Mine And Ours. (1968) 7.30 MOVIE: Schindler’s List. (1993,M) 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 FishingAustralia. (R) 6.30 ACurrent Affair.(R) 7.00 WeekendToday 10.00 The AFL Sunday Footy Show.(PG) 12.00 Sports Sunday.(PG) 1.00 DriveTV. 1.30 Bondi
Lifeguard WorldAdventures. (PG, R) 2.00
MOVIE: Courage Mountain. (1990,PGv,R)
6.00 Nine News Sunday.
7.00 Rush (Premiere, PGl) Hosted by DavidGenat
8.40 60 Minutes Current affairs program, investigating, analysingand uncovering theissuesaffectingall Australians.
9.40 Nine News Late. Alook at the latest news and events.
10.10 Australian Crime Stories: Murphy’s Law. (MA15+lv,R)A look at Brian “The Skull”Murphy
11.05 TheFirst48: Lost Boys. (Mal)
11.50 Law&Order: Organized Crime. (Mv,R)
12.40 Family Law. (Ma, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory.(PGa)
6.30 TheSundayProject. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Kirsten Tibballs sets asweet-themed elimination challenge across two rounds for the contestants.
9.00 FBI. (Masv) TheFBI team investigates aseriesofassaults on women, while Omar Adom “OA” Zidan withholds informationabouthis own attack and mugging from earlier that morning.
10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv,R)The NCIS team investigates acaseinvolving US Marineswithdamaged ear canals.
11.00 TheSundayProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBSMornings.
6.00 TheDrum.
7.00 ABCNews.
7.30 7.30 Presented by SarahFerguson.
8.00 Back Roads: Strzelecki Track, SA Pt 1. (Return,PG) Heather Ewart heads onto the Strzelecki Track.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalismprogram exposing scandals, triggering inquiries,firing debate and confronting taboos.
9.15 Media Watch. (PG)
Hosted by Paul Barry.
9.35 Jonestown: Terror In TheJungle: On TheRun. (Mad, R) Part 2of4
10.15 China Tonight (R)
10.50 ABC LateNews
11.05 TheBusiness. (R)
11.20 TheSplit. (Ml, R)
12.20 Tick F***ing Tock. (Malns, R) 1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 AntiquesRoadshow.(R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30.(R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS WorldNews.
7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (Premiere) Presented by Robson Green.
8.30 TheGreatHouse Revival: Stradbally,CoLaois. Architect Hugh Wallace meetsTikTok star Maryrose Simpson, whose nana left her athree-bedroom corner house.
9.30 Cycling Tour de France. Stage 3. Amorebieta-Etxano to Bayonne. 187km flatstage.From France
2.00 Gomorrah. (MA15+av,R)
3.55 Food Safari Water (PG,R)
4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World EnglishNewsMorning 5.30 ANC Philippines The WorldTonight.
6.00 SevenNews.
7.00 Home And Away (PGa)
7.30 Million Dollar Island. (PGl) One hundred players startedbut now only 33 remain. With supplies dwindling, onecamp has its last meal.
9.00 9-1-1:Lone Star (Ma) Tommy faces off against her former employer, Paragon Medics, as they deal with emergencies. Owen hits it off with a beautiful woman he meetsata fundraiser
11.00 TheLatest: SevenNews.
11.30 TheBlacklist. (Madv) Redis identifiedasapossible hostage.
12.30 Harry’s Practice (R) [VIC]HomeShopping.
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBCToday
5.00 SevenEarly News.
5.30 Sunrise
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 ACurrentAffair
7.30 Rush. (PGl) The adventure of alifetime continuesasthree teams of everyday Aussies, who begin each challenge deprived of sight and sound, are dropped at their next location, Turkey.Hosted by David Genat.
8.55 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 1. From theAll EnglandLawnTennisand CroquetClub,London, England.
5.00 NewsEarly Edition.
5.30 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport,politics, entertainment, fashion, healthand lifestyle.
6.30 TheProject Alook at the day’snews and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Freshness will be frontand centre for the top fiveasthey compete for aspot in the upcoming immunitychallenge.
8.40 Have YouBeen Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists include UrzilaCarlson, Aaron Chen and Celia Pacquola.
9.40 JustFor Laughs Australia. (Mls) Stand-up comedy performancesfrom Rove McManus, Nish Kumar and TwoHearts.
10.10 FBI: MostWanted. (Final, Mv) Thefugitivetask force helpsRemy
12.00 TheProject (R)
1.00 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings.
7.30 Presented by SarahFerguson. 8.00 New Leash On Life (Premiere)Hosted by Joel Creasey
8.30 TheBlack Hand. (MA15+v) Part 2 of 3. Anthony LaPaglia explores some of the Black Hand’smost cruel crimes.
9.30 Wash My Soul In TheRiver’s Flow (PG) Alookatthe Kura Tungar-SongsfromtheRiver concert.
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.15 TheBusiness (R)
11.30 Four Corners (R)
12.15 Media Watch (PG, R)
12.35 Jonestown:Terror In The Jungle. (Mad, R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30.(R)
4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R) Presented by MarcFennell.
6.30 SBSWorld News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Morecambe To Grange-OverSands MichaelPortillo continues his rail journey taking in the IsleofMan and thenorth-westcoast of England.
8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi takes alook at whether employers should have a say in their employees love-lives
9.30 Cycling Tour de France.Stage 4. Dax to Nogaro. 182km flat stage. From France
1.50 No Man’sLand. (MA15+sv, R)
3.30 Food Safari Water. (PG, R)
4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK WorldEnglish News Morning.
5.30 ANCPhilippinesThe World Tonight.
6.00 SevenNews.
7.00 Home AndAway. (PGa)
7.30 Million Dollar Island (PGl) Hosted by Ant Middleton.
9.00 TheRookie. (Mv) Officers John Nolan andCelina Juarez are in araceagainst time to stopthe source of an explosiverampage.
10.00 TheRookie: Feds. (Mv) Afather and daughter are kidnapped on Thanksgiving.
11.00 TheLatest: SevenNews.
11.30 TheBlacklist. (Mav)
12.30 S.W.A.T. (Mav,R) [VIC]HomeShopping.
1.30 Harry’s Practice (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBCToday
5.00 SevenEarly News. 5.30 Sunrise
6.00 Nine News.
7.00 ACurrentAffair
7.30 Rush. The adventure of alifetime continuesasthree teams of everyday Aussies, who begin each challenge deprived of sight and sound, are dropped at their next location, Jordan.HostedbyDavidGenat.
8.55 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 2. From theAll EnglandLawnTennis and CroquetClub,London, England.
5.00 NewsEarly Edition.
5.30 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport,politics, entertainment, fashion, health andlifestyle.
6.30 TheProject Alook at the day’snews and events.
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl)
Thecontestants takea road trip to All Saints Estate on the banks of the Murray River
8.40 TheCheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald takealook at the week that was.
9.40 NCIS (Mav, R) Jimmy and Kasieare exposedtoadeadlybiotoxinwhile investigatingthe death of an intruder at Quantico
10 30 Riptide. (Mdlv,R)A man disappears while surfing.
11.30 TheProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews and events
12.30 TheLate ShowWith Stephen Colbert. (PG)
1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 CBS Mornings.
TAFE Gippsland’s first female plumbing teacher wants to change attitudesand drive growthfor women in trades.
TheresaJacobsisthe newest face on the shop floor of TAFE Gippsland’s trade centres, adriven and knowledgeable plumbing teacher who also just happens to be awoman.
It is her hope that very soon women training, working and teaching in traditionally male trades is part of everyday life.
“I want students to see me as aqualified plumber and now ateacher and that will change their attitudes right at the apprenticeship stage,” she said. “I want them to see that women can havethe knowledge and the capability, showing them how to do things physically as well, so they are seeing what’s possible and changing their attitudes.”
Theresa says she “fell into” plumbing after doing predominantly physical work her whole life, from dairy farming, fencing, concreting and then assisting afriend as atrade assistant in his plumbing business.
Once beginningher apprenticeshipand schooling component through TAFE Gippsland, Theresa realised how intellectual traditionally male-based trades were Shewas surprised at how much maths and
science were involved in plumbing, as well as physical work.
But it’s the variety she was drawn to most, with every day bringing new challenges.And it’s not all about sewer blockages!
“Plumbing is probably one of the most varied trades with the wide variety of applicationsand you can figure out what you enjoy most and want to specialise in because you get to try alittle bit of everything while youare doing your apprenticeship at TAFE, which is what Idid,” Ms Jacobs said.
“One of the reasons we are struggling to get not just women but youth in general into plumbing is this perception that plumbers just unblock toilets. Therealityisthatisatiny part of the work.
“You can specialise in roofing, gas, there’s water, there’s all these different areas you can do, heating, cooling, whatever.
“You can choose to specialise, so Imainly specialised in gas. Theresa is proudtobeTAFE Gippsland’s first female plumbingteacherand onlythe second female plumbing teacher in Victoria -just don’t talk to her about gender quotas!
“I am abig believer that it always should be the best person for the job, not that they are awoman or they are atoken female,” she said.
ASIDE from learningthe history of Ancient Rome, Year 7studentsatStPaul’s Anglican Grammar School also exhibited their creativity and diligence during an 'Ancient Roman Exhibition' recently. Students created 'museum artefacts’asa fun supplement to their humanitiesstudy on Ancient Rome.
Gladiatorial weapons, replicas of Roman structures, sculptures, coins, boats, mosaics and even awelded suit of armour were all on show.
To develop students’ critiquing skills,educators provided them the opportunity to evaluate each other’s work and students appearedtoreally enjoy the chance to artistically demonstrate their knowledge and abilities.
“That doesn’t do thewomen who havepioneered prior to that any favours at all, it’s quite insulting actually for us who worked really hard to get where we are.”
Theresa’s advice to any young woman wanting to pursue atraditionally male trade? Just give it ago.
“Just get out and do it, don’t hesitate. It’s not as scary as you think it is,” she said.
“Itwas intimidating for me the first day when Iwalked into the Yallourn campus because Iwas the only female in the whole trade block, but they were more scared of me than Iwas of them!
“They(males) are not going to give you ahard time,soIthink they should give it ago.”
Whatabout employers who have the opportunity to take on afemale apprentice?
“Employ and hangontofemales if you can, because the few Iknow who have employed women would do it again in aheartbeat because we’re a little bit more pedantic and meticulous, so if that is important to them and they want to get it right the first time, they won’t regret employing afemale,” she said.
As for Theresa, she’s on the beginning of her teaching journey and having aball.
“I do enjoy helping people and seeing that lightbulb moment when everything becomes clear for
them and it clicks, it’s an awesomefeeling,”she said.
TAFEGippsland offers courses in plumbing at its Trade Centres in Morwell, Yallourn and Bairnsdale.
For furtherinformation aboutcourses,visit tafegippsland.edu.au
AGL and Mindfull Aus have teamed up to help childrenmanagetheir emotions, launching the HeathierHearts and Lighter Minds program across the Latrobe Valley, startingwith St Kieran’s Catholic Primary School in Moe.
Mindful Aus founder, Matt Runnalls has run the program since 2017.
The most important part of early learning is to makeitfun,engaging and relatable, and that’s what MindfullAus does said Mr Runnalls, aiming forstudents to come in and out of the program not evenaware they hadadeep conversation about mental health.
Healthier Heartsand LighterMinds is aproactive approach to learning aboutthe beauty of the brain and the understanding of the strength we are to ourselves when we tap into what exists within.
“We’ve partnered up nowwith AGL to be able to provide us with financial support to be able to bring it into more schools in Gippsland, which is a real beautiful thing,” Mr Runnalls said.
“We feel very grateful for the support of AGL …they’ve been along-standingsupporter of our workhereinGippsland,and we wouldn’tbeable to do the work thatwedowithout people like that andorganisations that stand side-by-side to make adifference.”
Mindfull Aus works with children as young as four in kindergartens, primary schools and school
holiday programs to facilitate fun, energetic and relatable content in ways that can help shift the narrative about talking about emotions and feelings.
The key outcomes are to identifyand control emotions using techniques, and express feelings with trusted people.
“We give the kids strategies around mindfulness and meditationtechniques,and breathe worktechniquestohelp slowthe world down,” Mr Runnalls added.
In the program,studentslearnabout the six core emotions in the human psyche, which are fear, anger, joy, disgust, sadness and surprise -having science-based colours associatedwith each emotion. Having now delivered the program to more than 10,000 young students, Mindfull Aus alsorun parent- and teacher-educator workshopsfor aholistic approach to mental care.
“It’s awhole communityapproach thatallows not only for our kids to feel; more confidence in their ability to dealwith and combat life’s challenges and emotions, but it also gives the parent the tools, skills and strategies to articulate and navigate those difficultconversations with their kids too, in an easily relatable and fun way,” Mr Runnnalls said. Students also learn the three main parts of the brain: the Amygdala, Hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, but for kids, they’llunderstandthese parts as the judge, the librarian and the superhero.
All primary school can sign up for the Healthier
“We’re appealing to as many schools as possible at the moment, and we know funding gets in the way of that, so with the help of AGL, we’ll be able to support more schools to tap into the resources that we do have,” Mr Runnalls said.
“Healthier hearts and lighter mind’s main focus is to help give children in early learning the ability to identify and control theirenvironments and express their emotions in positive ways.”
Mr Runnalls said apreventative approach to mental health is “critical,” to the health system.
“There’s no point in putting an ambulance at the bottom of the cliff; let’s make sure that we’re putting education at the top,” he said.
Withregional communities’ mentalhealth often left behind in the healthcare systems, Mr Runnalls said the resources in our community are already overwhelmed, and education can be the key to easing those pressures.
“It’s really important that we provide people withthe education because if they do have the education, then we don’t need to handball people into professional support,” he said.
AGL’s general manager, Christo vanNiekerkwas proud to endorse theHealthier Hearts andLighter Minds program, having had worked closely with Mindfull Aus previously.
“It’s agreat program. We’ve been working with Matt for over acouple of years now; he’s done alot of work for us at AGL Loy Yang,” Mr van Nierkerk said.
ong ’s significant with
an uncertain future ahead, Mr van Niekerk said the Mindfull Aus program wouldhelp the Valley’s future generations.
“(Theprogram) is about looking after our future, it’s about looking after the kids to make sure they stay in the Latrobe Valley, and also they participate in the future of the Latrobe Valley,” he said.
AGL wants to have an active role in the transformative era of the Latrobe Valley.
“We definitely [want an active role] …The local community is what servesus, andithas served us over many decades, so we need to invest back into the local community,” Mr van Nierkerk said.
St Kieran’s Catholic Primary School principal Peter McKenna, spoke of how beneficial the program was for all students.
“Itwas just so beneficial for all ages, Foundation to Grade 6, just because it gets them expressing theiremotionssothey know how their feeling and they know what they can do to make them feel better,” he said.
“I think lots of children spent too long on technologyand justdidn’t engagewith childrenand adults (during COVID-19) this program certainly getsthem talking about their feelings andalso interacting with others.”
Mia Brincat from Grade 6was happy to tell the Express how much she loved participating in the Healthier Hearts andLighter Mindsprogram.
“It was so fun, it was all about learning the different parts of the brain and how to control our emotions whenweare overheatedand getthe better of us,” she said.
Mia said she learnt to “take deep breaths, take abreak, calm down and walk away if we needed to” whileenjoyingthe fun-filled mental health education experience.
THE first week of Term 2saw students fromSacred Heart PrimarySchool participate in awhole-school sports day.
The morning began with the seniors competing in events of shot put, hurdles, discuss, long jump, 200-metre race, 400m race and the 50m sprint.
In the afternoon, juniors participated in an egg and spoon race, Vortex throw, sack race and bean bagtoss, assisted by theseniorschool sports captains.
To finish off the day, the whole school came together in their team colours, cheering for their respective houses competing in the 200m and 400m races.
Students enthusiastically encouraged their teammates while they were participating in the races.
The overall results for the day were MacKillop House (red) in first,SebastianHouse (blue) in second,Francis House(yellow) in third,and Patrick House (green) in fourth.
For MacKillop, it has been 13 years since they were winners. We congratulate all the students who participated making it afabulous day.
The students were highly commended for enacting the schools RISE expectations: Respect, Inclusive, Safe and Everyone.
THOUSANDS more students with disability and additional needs will get the support they deserve earlier courtesy of anew investment.
The state government is delivering an Australianfirst Disability Inclusion package to all Victorian governmentschools over five years, with all school regions moving to the new approach by 2025.
Minister for Education, NatalieHutchins announced the $46 million package on Wednesday, which will providemoresupport flowingtoremaining schools, in response to feedback from schools who said the early release of funding would have enabled them to better train and hire staff ahead of the new school year.
“Everyone deserves to fullyparticipateinschool -bybringing forwardthis funding, we are making sure students get the support they need when they need it,” Ms Hutchins said.
“Kids aremorethan adiagnosis- and this package will completely changethe way we support
by Joanne Madeline Moore
Libra With Venus and Mars visiting your hopes and wishes zone, it’s time to articulate (and write down) your goals and dreams for the future Then you can put them into action But don t let a loved one or work mate manipulate you on Monday, as they try to persuade you to do something against your better judgment Have the strength - and common sense - to stand your ground and say no With a firm smile Saturday is wonderful for socialising with colleagues
children in our schools,focusing on what they can achieve, rather than what they can’t.”
More than 850 schools have already moved to the new funding model.
Schools in Outer Gippsland, Wimmera SouthWest, Inner Eastern Melbourne and Hume Merri-bek will receive the funding in early-2024 and move to the new model in 2025.
Specialist schools will now also receive extra preparatory funding, while English language schools will begin receiving it for the first timemaking sure children who need extra support, no mattertheir background, have the opportunity to thrive andshine at school.
The extrainvestmentbuilds on the $235 million invested in inclusive educationinthe Victorian Budget 2023/24 -givingmore students easier access to the services they need to succeed at school and in life.
Taurus
Personal projects are favoured as you put creative ideas into action and rub shoulders with influential people Don’t be a wallflower Speak up and promote your talents! If you procrastinate then promising opportunities will pass you by With Jupiter and Uranus in your sign confidence and an adventurous attitude will take you places So, your motto is from birthday great, deaf-blind author and educator Helen Keller “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ”
Gemini Geminis can easily become p Greoccupied with the miniature of daily life, full of noisy notifications and garrulous gossip
This week, Jupiter and Uranus light up your intuition and solitude zone and Mercury transits into perceptive Cancer So, it’s a good week to spend some quality time on your own Slow down, meditate, contemplate, and listen to the quiet voice within Your motto is from birthday great Princess Diana, “I work on instinct It’s my best advisor”
Cancer Avoid getting drawn into disputes with a frustrated friend or an unpredictable family member This week will work best if you keep your Crab claws out of other people s business and concentrate on pursuing personal projects instead Saturday is the best day of the week when the Sun and Mercury (both in Cancer) form fabulous aspects with generous Jupiter So concentrate on uplifting activities that expand your horizons and make your heart sing
Leo Have you been feeling like a tired and lacklustre Lion, with too many activities crammed into your busy timetable? Avoid extra work functions and social events this week The Sun and Mercury are transiting through your solitude zone, so rest and relaxation are just what the doctor ordered Volunteer work and humanitarian projects are also highlighted As birthday great Princess Diana observed, Everyone has the potential to give something back ”
Virgo Are people aware of the substantial amougnt of work you ’ re doing behind the scenes? Don’t be disappointed if others aren’t showing their appreciation ATM Your efforts will be applauded (and rewarded) further down the track Attached Virgos – are you seeing your partner clearly? Singles – you ’ re more gullible than usual, so don’t fall for an online dating profile that’s all gloss and no substance If someone looks too good to be true, then avoid them like the plague!
Scorpio
You re keen to call the shots this week bup t domineering behaviour will only lead to unpredictable dramas (especially on Monday) so slip on your humility hat instead And don’t underestimate your ability to inspire others Coupled Scorpios – with Jupiter transiting through your relationship zone, a frustrating problem with your partner could finally be resolved Singles –Cupid’s love arrows are most likely to strike while you are studying or traveling
Sagittarius
Early in the week it may be d g ifficult to distinguish between blind optimism and self-delusion Slow down Sagittarius keep your wits about you, and do your best to separate fact from fiction Saturday is your best day, when Jupiter (your power planet) makes positive connections with Mercury and the Sun It’s the perfect time to play sport, socialise, study, travel and/or party like a pro Plus make the most of any lucky opportunities that come along
Capricorn This week Saturn (your boss planep t) forms positive aspects with the Sun and Mercury So, it’s a fabulous time to focus, plan, study, organise and strategize Especially involving partnerships, joint ventures, education, and projects within your local community But double-check all information that comes your way on Monday, and make sure someone isn t trying to pull the wool over your eyes! Saturday is super for financial matters and family gettogethers
Aquarius Monday’s Mars/Uranus square stirsqup your impulsive, restless, rebellious side So slow down Aquarius – otherwise you could find yourself headed for an argument or an accident It’s time to look for a new love or reboot an old relationship as Venus and Mars rev up your romance zone The more you cooperate with others, the more affection and abundance you’ll attract But don’t let a fair-weather friend lead you astray, especially when it comes to finances
Pisces Are you running on empty?
Perceptive Pisceans will strive to get the ratio right between being on top of things at work while still having time to rest, reflect and recharge your run-down batteries Balance is the key But relations with a loved one or work colleague could be unpredictable and problematic earlier in the week, particularly if you try to control an uncontrollable situation So, expect the unexpected and keep your adaptability muscles well-flexed!
CopyrightJoanne Madeline Moore 2023
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MEETING of the Latrobe Valley ProstateSupport Group will be held at Morwell Club tonight (Wednesday, June 28) at 7pm.
All members welcome. New members and interested people are alsowelcome to attend. Come at 6pm to enjoy a counter tea.
Reportswillbedelivered from BassCoastProstate Support Group reforming, and the guest speaker will be Ebony Jones, who is acontinence nurse at Latrobe Community Health. For more information, phone Allan Cunningham on 0458 111 688.
WITH Term 3fast approaching and a chill in the air, now is the perfect time to come in from the cold and warm up with fun, friendship, and learning.
Witharound 35 weeklyclasses to choose from, the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House has something for everyone.
Learn anew hobby, build skills, make some new friends, and enjoy alaugh
TheNeighbourhood House is colourful, warm, and welcoming, so now is the perfecttimetohave alook at Term 3’stimetable and register for aclass.
Term 3startsMonday, July 10.
Enjoy aclass in art, creative craft, cake decorating, creative writing, mosaics, knitting/crochet, sewing, cooking, photography, yoga, Tai Chi, French, Italian, Spanish or Auslan (sign language).
Courses are also offered in computers, especially for those who lack confidence and digital skills.
There is also help available for those that need to improve theirliteracy skills with one-to-one lessons.
For those who want to work in the hospitality industry,the Serving the
ValleyinHospitality trainingoffers all the essential skills to get ajob and includes RSA and Safe Food Handling certificates.
Help is also available to claimthe $250 Power Saving Bonus on electricity accounts and the new Sick Pay Guarantee scheme for casual workers.
Appointments are available now. There is also the opportunity to become avolunteer to both share your skills and learnsome new ones withopportunities ranging from office administration to being on the committee of management.
Julie and Meagan look forwardto welcoming everyone to the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House, so give them acall on 5174 6199 or drop into 11-13 Breed Street for further information.
ELEVEN TRAMPS(Traralgon and Morwell Pedallers Inc.) met at Maffrato ride the country roads around Boisdale, Valencia Creek and Briagolong recently.
As we were in dairying country there was lots of cows and dairy farms.
Also, the photographers among us were kept busy taking pictures of the majestic river red gums along the way.
The lunch breakwas at the lovely playground and barbecue picnic area in Briagolong.Westopped for coffee at Rosedale on theway home.
Our next ride is on July 2and starts from the Glengarry car park.
Ride setsoff at 10am with lunch in Rosedale.
TRAMPS welcomes new riders. For more information visit our website at tramps.org.au or Facebook page.
Club contacts are Paul on 0459 823 422 or Vance on 0403 662 288.
BEAUTIFICATION of Traralgon's main northernentrancecontinues, with arecent mass planting on the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail (GPRT).
Volunteers from the Latrobe Valley Friends of the GPRT turned out in force to establish hundreds of Indigenous trees and shrubs.
The group continues to getpositive comments fromthe public on howmuch better the area is looking.
Phone Peter on 0431 940 171 if you are interested in joining our friendly and enthusiastic friends group.
GET Together is an open spacefor conversation and community. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month.
Our next meeting willbeon Wednesday, July 5at10aminthe Traralgon Uniting Park Lane Foyer. This will be atimeyou can meet and chat with others over acuppa If you or anyone you know would like to be apart of this Get Together, please come and bring them along. All are welcome. For more details,phone51742398 or 5177 8107.
THE next meeting of the Gippsland Acoustic Music ClubwillbeonSunday, July 2from3pm at Tyers Hall. This month, we present Chantelle Riordan and Friends with local duo Kindred as support act.
Chantellespecialises in American Songbook Jazz standards, which she plays withtechnical skill andadeep love of the genre. She has performed as apopular and well-respected soloist at most major Australianukulele festivals.
Chantellewill be joinedbyseasoned musiciansspecialising in jazz improvisationtodeliver interesting, fun and thought-provoking originals and standards.
Tickets can be pre-purchased at trybooking.com/CIABJ or via cash entry at the door; $25 adults, $20 members, concession under 18 free. For more information go to musicclub. org.au, or ourFacebook page or on Instagram @gippslandmusic
JOIN the Planetary Meditation for Peace (also known as Twin Hearts Meditation).
Be guided through asimple meditationthat will relaxyourmindand body
as well as invokingadeep senseofinner peace and contentment.
Experience stress relief, positive emotions and mental clarity by using this meditation on aregular basis. This is ameditationdesigned to bless the Earth,and is an instrument of world service for peace, loving kindness, joy, goodwill and abundance.
In addition, this meditationcleanses and energises the energetic bodywhile also promoting ahigher levelofawareness and consciousness.
Note that this is aguidedmeditation andnoprior experience is required.
Afterthe meditation, you can experienceafreePranic EnergyHealing which can address both physical and emotional issues.
When: First Thursday of the month (July 6) from 10.30am to 12pm (noon).
GIPPSLAND Tango are afantastic group who attend classes in Yarragon every Wednesday night.
The group also has asocial dance on the first Saturday of every month.
We invite professional tutors to visit us on aregular basis to enhance our learning and assist us in developing our dance further. This has seen dramatic resultsfor each individual which is delightful to see, and to hear the positive feedback from all.
*Noexperience needed
*Nopartner needed
*Two left feet dance well
*All inclusive
*Family friendly -children learn free or can sit and amusethemselves while oneorboth parents learn.
So bring your non-grip shoes (ie not sneakers etc) with you to dance in -leather or suede sole, or dance in socks -and begin your Tango journey having fun with us.
Wednesday eveningsfrom7pm to 8.30pm at St David's Uniting Church Hall, 9Campbell St, Yarragon -sign out front of church.
For more information, phone Naomi on 0405 739 819.
MONDAY, July3 is the datefor our next lunch and meeting.
Thelunch will be soup and there will be two varieties of home made soup
to choose from, served from 12.30pm onwards.
The charge for lunch and bottomless tea and coffee will be $5 per person.
The meeting will start after lunch is finished and if youhave anything to bring up please have it ready for the meeting.
We are seeking help in planning the calendar for next year, and some new ideas would be great. Get your thinking caps on and see what you can come up with.
We will be celebrating our 70th birthday on May 6, 2024, and this falls on our meetingday, so we needyour thoughts on how we should celebrate.
Membership fees forthe next 12 months are now due and the price will remain the same -$10 per person for 12 months.
Membership is open to all pensioners and superannuants and we would love to have some new members join us. Rafflesand thelucky door prize for members will be drawn during the afternoon, followed by afternoon tea. It would be much appreciated if afew members would bring along aplate to share for afternoon tea.
We are also getting down on supply of raffles,soifyou have anything suitable for araffle please feel free to bring along. We are always grateful to members who donate raffle prizes. As this is the start of anew year, we are looking for nominationsfor president, secretary and treasurer. Youmustbeafinancialmember to stand for any of these positions and the nominator and seconder must also be financial members.
Date for the annual meeting will be discussed and decided at the meeting. All financial membersmustattend at least four full meetings to be able to attend any of our social outings, events, etc.
This makesitfair to members who attend regularly and fully support the club. Sickness, etc will be taken into consideration.
Details on any aspectofour group can be had by telephoning the president on 0414 962 615 or secretary on 0413 089 696.
YALLOURN Madrigal Singers are looking forward to welcoming the public
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to its afternoon tea concert at St James’ AnglicanChurch, Grey St Traralgon on Sunday, July 2.
The choir will present alovely selection of madrigals, romantic folk songs, sacredmusic, and some very well-known songs.
Tickets are only $20 and include a delicious afternoon tea following the concert.
All welcome!
Ticketsare available at the door or you can buy them online at trybooking. com/CIBSW
MEMBERS have painted or drawn somepleasingresultsshown in this month’s challenge depicting Autumn.
Next month will see The Human Form which will be interesting.
The members are busy painting their Moe and Surrounds entries for our Spring Art Show next October.
Thecanvaseshavebeen delivered to the seven local primaryschools, Life Skills Victoria’sMainstreet artists and The Studio for their entries into the Spring Art Show.
The themefor their paintings is 'Something that makes you happy.' The venture has met with enthusiasm from teachers and students.
Our membersare enjoying their warm and pleasant surroundings in the Moe Library, and are happy to
welcome new and returning members.
Some members are enjoying aholiday and others have just returned from a well-earned break.
Meetings are on Thursdays every week from 9am until 3pm and up to three Fridays amonthfrom 9.30am until 2.20pm.
Friday, July 7isfrom 9.30am until 1pm duetothe room beingbookedfrom then onwards.
The public are welcometocome in for achat with the artists.
All membership enquiries can be directed to secretary Peter McLaren on 0400 933 609 or president Beryl Galloway at 0407 271 686.
TRARALGON BridgeClub results for June 19, 20 and22.
Congratulations to MonicaCornell and GaelFeore for winning our Presidents Cup day with ascore of 63 per cent.
Monday -1st Robin Hecker and Don Tylee (63), 2nd Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker (61).
Tuesday -E/W (equal first) Ken Tierney and Anne denHouting (57.44), Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker (57.44), N/S 1st Peter Lonie and Jan Williams (61.90), 2nd Fred Sundermann and Rob Ziffer (60.42).
Thursday -PresidentsCup 1st Monica Cornell and Gael Feore (63.02),
2nd Helen McAdam and Moira Hecker (58.33).
If you would like to learn more or play bridge, please give our president, Greg Nicholson, aring on 0419 365 739.
THE Rose Garden Walkers, partof Heart FoundationWalking, meet at the Morwell Rose Garden Rotunda Monday and Wednesday mornings at 9am. Our walks last between 30 and 50 minutes.
All are welcome. Come and join us for abit of exercise and lots of fun. Further enquiries on 0409 846 509.
MOE View Club presents apostie party, hosted by the Moe Bowling Club. Opportunity to see and possibly purchasefashion items. This will be held on Wednesday, August 16 at 1.30 pm. Admission is $10, which will include Devonshire Tea.
We are grateful to the Moe Bowling Club. The bar will be open. Furtherinformation call Sue on 0417 515 745 or Maureen 0458 842 256.
NEW playerRicky Sabrinskaschallenged all opponents and forced the win against Ian Hamilton who had won every other game. Another new player, Obim Iwebuke valued the instruction time with Cliff Thornton.
Peter Bakker conceded two draws and won the other battles.
Some careful defence from Steve Ahern slowed the attacks but then eventually fell short.
PhoneIan Hamilton on 5134 1971 or Cliff Thornton on 0413 330 458 for details on local chess.
CALLING all Ostomatesand their support people who are looking for a social gathering with kindred spirits.
On July 5, the ‘Coffee Bags’ Stoma Support Group will be meeting at Tommy Brock Café, 11-15 KirkStreet, Moefrom1.30pmand thereafter,each first Wednesday of the month. This group is acasual supportgroup and Ostomates are encouraged to come and have acuppa and achat.
Just turn up or register your interest in attending with Sue Graham on 0415 751 145.
MT ERICA Lions Club in Erica, invite youtoa great evening of fun, food and
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games at the Erica Hotel on Tuesday, July 25 commencing at 6pm.
We are putting on afour-course dinner, covering avariety of different game meats, with the bar being open as well, to wash it all down.
There willbesome fun activities and randomprizes given out during the evening,socome along and help us raise money to then help our community.
To book, call51653328and bookyour seat before July 7.
MORWELL Rostrum Club has been servicing the Morwell area for more than 63 years, and sadly goes mostly unnoticed.
In the late 1950s and early 1960s it was aclub that assistedup-and-coming young executives to gain confidence at giving presentations to their peers.
Moving on from those heady years, ourmembership has moved to amore genteel membership.Weaccept people over the age of 18 years, but the focus is stillongaining confidencetalking to groups.
We are inviting people of the Morwell area to comeand visitusatthe Morwell Bowling Club on aTuesday night from 5.45pm to 7pm.
The topicswillimpress you and sometimes challenge you. Ask the staff to point you to our meeting room.
Enquiries can be made to Eddie on 0431 968469 or George on 5122 2507.
IF you areacommunity group and have any news items you need publicised, feel free to email us at news@lvexpress.com.au
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Please write 'Community Corner' in the subject line and nothing else.
Deadline is Friday 9am to appear in the following Wednesday issue.
THANK YOU Susan Casey, Rosemary Dunworth and Jillian Carroll, for ‘Voice Myths’ (Latrobe Valley Express, Wednesday, June 21).
Communitycohorts across the countryare putting up their hands in support of this historic referendum.
‘Yes’willgiveConstitutionalrecognition of the FirstPeoples of Australia througha Voice to Federal Parliament.
Sporting codes, the National CouncilofChurches of Australia, many business organisations -corporations and small businesses -are also wanting the ‘Yes’ vote to be successful.
Many Local Councils across Australia are also publicly supporting the 'Yes’ vote.
As Susan, Rosemary and Jillian say, it is not difficult to get accurate information.
Iask that all our electedparliamentariansdothis.
In particular, Iask ourfederal representative for Gippsland to do so, acknowledge he represents us all, and be even-handed in his public comment.
Wendy Castles
Traralgon
Atreasure
FOR all those whose childhood experiences down ‘The Res’ set up alifelonglove of nature, and the generationssince whohave continued to value this relatively pristine piece of natural environment close to home and heart, prepare yourselves forashock. Not only is Edward Hunter Reserve diminishing year by year as housing development encroaches, we now find that the very waterquality is aserious concern, threatening both animal and plant life.
It’s agreat shame that infrastructure bodies supposedly designed to promote and protect natural environments seem happy to sit on their hands, allowing housing development free rein to operate with fewcontrols or obligations.
SUSANCasey,Jillian Carroll, and Rosemary Dunworth'sjoint lettertothis newspaperlast week is nothing more than adesperate attempt to deflect the cogent and unanswerable criticisms of the Voice referendum proposal (Letters, 21/6).
First, the claim that information regarding the Voice is "readily available" because theVoice Co-Design Process FinalReport outlines what the legislation "could" look likefollowing areferendum vindicates the very point made by the 'No' camp.
The referendum question is arequest for ablank cheque, because it is not tied to aspecific draft legislative proposal.
Albanese has done nothing more than ask for a blank cheque with the promise that he'll sort the detail out later. That is not acceptable.
Referendum proposals must be specific and clearly explain in detail what changes will be made.
Second, the "security and longevity" giventothe Voicebyconstitutional entrenchment is another reason to vote ‘No’.
ATSIC (Aboriginal and TorresStraitIslander Commission)was abolishedbecause it degenerated into acesspit of fraud, corruption and nepotism so rancid that abolition was abipartisanproject, with former LaborIndigenous AffairsMinister,Bob CollinscondemningATSICasafailed organisation more interested in protecting Geoff Clark, who was found by the County Court to have committed pack rape.
His record of misconduct is such that as late as 2021, Clark was still embroiled in court cases involvingmisappropriation of funds. If ATSIC had been constitutionally entrenched, Australian taxpayers would still be funding that abusive and dysfunctional organisation.
Third, the Voice proposalhas been driven by Indigenous activistThomasMayo, an openly anarchistcommunist ideologue who wants to milk the taxpayer for"reparations" and who credits the CommunistPartyasaninspiration. This is disgusting.
Communism is the most bloodthirsty violent ideology in human history, which the Victims of CommunismMemorial Foundation calculates has already killed over 100 millionpeople.We should never allow communists to rewrite our Constitution.
The Voiceisa communist attackonthe Constitution which willforever divide Australians based on their racial heritage.
All decentAustralians must vote ‘No’ at this referendum.
Nicholas Tam Traralgon East Disheartened
BEING part of acommunity group concerned with the direction Victoria and our region is taking, we have been attending Latrobe City Councilmeetings for the last six months and have found incidents shocking and disheartening.
Ibelieve governmentsand councils forget they representwethe people, as we supposedly pay their wages. The incident with the woman riding her horse who was attackedbythe dogs and council's reaction to this incident was shocking.
Ialsofind the push with the LGBTIQ+ and the Voice movements to be devise rather than an improvement from the past.
Iamnot homo or transphobic (howeverIfeel) the money spent from taxpayers and ratepayers could have been better spend on homelessness and other needs.
Ialsofind the press releaseofthe council contradictorytothe waythey voted in council meeting to not support Dale Harriman's motion to support the timberindustry(which will have ahuge flow-on impact on communities)and to request Daniel Andrews rescind his decision on the closures.
Also makes you wonder who's next as supposed 'green energy' is not renewable or eco-friendly as touted.
People need to do their own research.
Debra Marriott Yallourn North Foundation needs support
CONCERNING researchfrom the Leukaemia Foundation reveals the majority (80per cent) of blood cancer patients needing to relocate for treatment would be forced to exhaust their savings to fund accommodation close to treatment.
The Leukaemia Foundation's support is crucial for theseindividuals, providing free-of-charge accommodation centres and supporttoalleviate some of their financial burden.
With adevastating shortfall in donations, the
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Leukaemia Foundation has launched an urgent appeal in ordertocontinue to provide aplace to stay for these patients and their loved ones.
More than 19,000 Australians will experience the pain of ablood cancer diagnosisthis year alone -and that numberisset to nearly double by 2035, meaningthe demand forthese services will continue to grow.Without the generosity of everydayAustralians,weriskbeingunableto continue offering this vital support.
This June,Leukaemia Foundation is urgently appealing to the generosity of the Australian communityand inviting individuals, families, and businesses to lend their support by making atax-deductible gift in time for the end of the financial year.
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FROM July 12023, at least one registered nurse must be on-site and on duty at all times at every residential aged care facility.
This requirement prompted some providers to say they’re closing, and since last September, 23 homes have shut or announced they’ll shut.
In April the Brightwater Care Group in WA said it was closing three nursing homes,affecting 75 residents. But addedinapress release, that it recently opened a128-bed facility.
It makes you wonder what’s really going on.
Sydney’s Wesley Mission said it was getting out of residential care citing “challenges to workforce and flow on impacts from the reforms to Aged Care.”
It shut onehome last year and thenannouncedit was closing the remaining three, but said it would continue to provide home care and retirement living “to help people stay in their homes for longer.”
These closures have become apolitical issue as well an aged care welfare issue.
The opposition says it’s because of the Labor government’s “reckless” push to speedupimprovement in aged care.
Labor’s announcement to get nurses into nursing homes 24/7 was ayear ahead of the previous government’s schedule.
So, are homes closing because it’s all got too hard to improve the workforce to provide better care?
National Seniors always looks at the evidence, and it’s worthnoting, although 23 homes have closedinthe last nine months, we know from government data 51 homes closed between 2020 and 2022.
Ahome closed on average almost every two weeks before Labor announced the July 1, 2023, commitment.
We also know from theOECD(OrganiSation for Economic Cooperation and Development) Australia has one of the highest rates of residential care for people over 80.
Australiahas 18.9 per cent of its over-80 populationincare compared with Germany’s10.7per cent, Canada’s 12.0 per cent, and Sweden’s 12.6 per cent.
Butnow that’s changing as more and more people stay at home for as long as possible.
The revelationsofthe RoyalCommission into Aged Care Quality and Safety and the tragic events of COVID have seen that trend grow.
It’s so strong the latestbudget showed savingsof $2.2b in aged carecosts over the forward estimates because home care is cheaper than residential care.
The average occupancy rate in residential care homes in Australia was 95 per cent in 2018, by 2020 it had fallen to 88 per cent and the most recent figure from June 30, 2022 revealed an occupancy rate of 86 per cent.
We know people are going into residential aged care with more frailty, more complex health issues, and more dementia. Aged care homes are becoming more like hospices.
Perhaps we should see them as an integral part of the hospital system, and fund them accordingly to provide more nursing care, dementia care, palliative care, and end of life care.
The royal commission outlined the urgent need for betterpaid andbettertrained workers, and laid out apathway for better care.
The better pay is happening, now we need better care and better training.
How to fund this is the big question.
The royal commission recommended alevy. This was rejected by the government and the opposition. But seniors have made their view quite clear.
When we surveyed members, an overwhelming 85 percentwanted aged care fundedfromgeneral revenueorthrough alevy, just like the rest of the health system.
Remember, althoughthe government pays most of residential aged care cost, non-pensioners pay almost $32,000 per year becauseofmeans testing.
Pensioners lose the bulk of their pension paying almost $22,000 as part of their contribution.
In addition, the provider can have separate charges. And there’s the payment of the RAD (Refundable Accommodation Deposit) or the DAP (Daily Accommodation Payment). It’s complex but suffice to say there’s user pay at play.
Our 2021 researchpaper 'Planning for aged care costs' showed more than 90 per cent of NSA
members owned their home, so the ideaofstaying in your home is areality for most.
Using some of that equity to stay out of residential care and buy extra care to top up ahome care package may be the way of the future.
The government has just released the draft National Strategy for the Care and Support Economy.
It talks about the need for a“national conversation” about the split in contributions between government and individuals.
Should people pay more? Let’s talk.
You can also have your say here at
pmc.gov.au/domestic-policy/nationalstrategy-care-and-support-economy/ have-your-say
You can read our Aged Careresearch here at nationalseniors.com.au/uploads/Planning-for-carecosts-24.8.21.pdf
About the author: IanHenschke is chief advocate of National Seniors Australia.
As National Seniors Australia’s Chief Advocate, Ian Henschke works to raise the profile of older Australians and strengthens the collective voice of National Senior Australia members.
AMIDST the most popular catch-cries thrown about in support of native forest logging in Victoria are 'sustainable' and 'renewable'.
These words come easily and are regularly utilised by proponents of the industry, either as a public placatory measure or out of naivety.
In reality, the only thing sustainable about current native forest logging practices in Victoria is the ongoing removalofincreasingly younger trees and the accompanying ecological damage.
If this logging was truly 'sustainable', the natural ecologywouldberetained in all itscomplexity, encompassingtrees of multiple ages, including asignificant number of hollow-bearing trees and stags,arepresentative presentation of established, mature understorey and the all-important ground organic matter from rotting logs to soil-enriching layers of humus.
Included in this are the myriads of fungi, bacteria, invertebrates and vertebrate fauna. This all represents arich web of life where all elements areinter-linked and the removal of one or more significant elements can cause dislocation.
In short, the removaloftrees from aeucalypt forest is an unnatural event in this web of life, removing more carbonthan awildfire generally
would(trees are typicallyabout 50 percent carbon dry weight), in addition to hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, potassium,phosphorus and numerous trace elements.
In comparison, wildfires in intact Wet and Damp Forest Ecological Vegetation Classes (EVCs) typically leave behind asignificant proportion of most trees.
The removal of trees via modern logging practices, accompanied by compaction and severe understorey disruption and often burning of slash, can have a severe habitatand food depleting effectonlocal wildlife, including insects such as nectar-dependent bees.
It can also increases erosion and reduce localised atmospheric cooling and therefore precipitation (Ellison, Sheil et al, 2017/2014). Logging cycles haveincreasinglyturned naturalforests into plantation-like environments.Indeed, the word 'harvesting' infers amanaged crop.
The 'renewable' catch-cry is equally controversial. In astate where at least 60 per cent of our original vegetative habitats have been removed and where much of the remaining areas are significantly altered, the continued claim that further logging is viable as the forests are (mysteriously) 'renewed' is laughable.
Anatural forest ecology cannot be renewed purelybythe scattering of seed of one or afew
commercially desirable tree species, or by planting seedlings, or by burning. For an intact forest to be 'renewed', viable seed or the vectors to supply the seed,suitable physical conditions (soil type, moisture, pH etc) need to be apparent and the organic materialand the biota need to be replaced -aprocess that,ifitcan occur, is likely to take more than 150 years. It needs to be remembered that in atypical, intact eucalypt-dominated Wet or Damp Forest EVC in Victoria, more than 95 per cent of the plant diversity is in the understorey.
In addition, it is often thrown about that logging native forests reducesthe risk of fire.Infact,for this to be an ongoing outcome, the logging would have to occur at least every10years whilstthe targeted trees are juveniles yet to reach flowering stage.
Long-term scientific research by Professor David Lindenmeyer, Dr Chris Taylor and others (independent of theloggingindustry)has strongly pointed out the connection between logging practices and increased flammabilityofthe regrowth- consisting mostly of themostdisturbance/fire-responsive and more flammable species (Bracken, Fireweed, Dogwood, Daisy bushes, Wattles, eucalypts, etc).
Apart from the dryer environment created by the increasedwater uptakeofthis young regrowth and exposure to windand sun,thereisthen the dyingbackofshrubsdue to competition for light and resources andthusincreased flammability.
In relation to carbon, research such as that done by Dr Jennifer Sanger, an ecologist and research associatefromthe University of Tasmania,native forest logging in Victoria emits about three million tonnes of carbon per year -equivalent to the emissions per year of about 700,000 petrol/diesel cars.
Aloggedand regrowing forest is typically only able to hold about 50 per cent of the carbon of an intact forest before being logged again.
The Conversation, purported to be theworld’s leading publisher of research-based news and analysis, reports that 86 per cent of logged native forests in Victoriaare turned into wood chips, pulp for paper and box-liners and that over 80 per cent of all sawn timbers in Victoria comes fromplantations.
Whilst it is going to be atrying time for those forest workers traditionally dependent for income on nativeforest loggingand processing, it should be emphasised that, historically, many industries have been forced to changedue to abetterscience-related understanding of the world we live in.
About the author: IanCornthwaite is a horticulturist andfifth generation farmer from Allambee (near Thorpdale), and great nephew of theCornthwaite’s who cut down the world’s tallest flowering plant.
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TheManager of Children, Youth and Families will workaspart of ateamof managers and is responsible forefficient coordinationand managementoffamily services,family preservation and reunification response, children with complex disability support needsand specialistdisability family services and others.
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The Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC)represents the Traditional Owners of Gippsland, the Gunaikurnai people
GLaWAC has anumber of exciting new opportunities to join our economic development team in the following areas:
Major Projects Senior Manager –Economic Development
We’relooking for aMajor Projects Senior Manager to provide strategic leadership and planning to deliver amajor projects development program, with afocus on the renewable energy transition on Gunaikurnai Country.
Major Projects Project Manager –Economic Development
This role will provide strategic planning, reporting and administrative support to the cconomic development team to manage the deliveryofRenewable Energy industrytransition projects within Gippsland, delivering innovative and quality outcomes with ahigh level of communityfocus.
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The Program Lead (Commonwealth Games) will provide leadership, support and advice to ensure Gunaikurnaicultureand aspirations areembedded into the planning and deliveryofthe Commonwealth Games 2026(Gippsland).
GLaWAC considersthat being of Aboriginal or TorresStrait Islander heritage is agenuine occupational requirement for this position.
Commonwealth Games Program Manager
We’relooking for aProgram Manager(Commonwealth Games) to provide program development, and lead community and stakeholder engagement,toachieve cultural, economic and socialoutcomes for the Gunaikurnaicommunityaspart of the 2026 Commonwealth Games (Gippsland)
Applications close: Wednesday,19th July, 2023
Formoreinformation, visit: www.gunaikurnai.orgorcontact Mardi Edwardson0421818 748.
Kurnai College is seeking highly skilled and enthusiastic individuals for the following opportunities:
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BORRMAN (nee Strong), Heather. Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loving family on Friday, 23 June 2023.
Aged 73 years
Loved and loving wife of Kevin (dec.). Mother of Fiona, Natalie, Kylie and Rick. Loving Nanny to Kyal, Sandon, Connor, Laylah, Tiah, Wyatt and Kohen. Great Nanny of Scarlett.
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BORRMAN (nee Strong). Heather Margret. Passed away peacefully at home on 23/6/2023, surrounded by her loving family. Aged 73 years Mum, You meant the world to us, your daughters and your grandchildren. You were the most loving, caring, devoted wife, mother, nan and great nanny. We are all very proud of you in every way, and now ahuge void will be left in our lives. We all love you so very much and you will be terribly missed by us all. Love now, and forever. Your memories will always be in our hearts. Love Fiona, Natalie, Kylie and Rick, Kyal, Sandon, Connor, Laylah, Tiah, Wyatt and Kohen.
Aspecial great nanny of Scarlett. "Gone Op Shopping"
BROWNE, Anthony Gerrard. 13/2/1933 -22/6/2023. Aged 90 years
BURVILL, Daphne Christine. 7/2/1950 -19/6/2023. Passed away peacefully. Beloved mother of JennyLee and Michael. Loved grandmother of Tabitha, Adam, Elizabeth, George and Kate. Gone too soon, but remembered fondly. Forever knitting Mum, You're one in amillion. You will be sadly missed, keep smiling and never loose your sense of humour. You will never be forgotten. We love you. Jenny, David, Tabitha, Adam, Elizabeth, George and Kate. Mother, You willbedeeply missed, rest well wherever you may lie. Your beloved son Mick.
CURWEN, Peter Turner. 22/5/1928 -23/6/2023. Passed away peacefully at Royal Freemasons, Moe surrounded by his loving family.
Aged 95 years Dearly loved and loving husband of Gwen (dec.). Much loved father and father-in-law of Judy and Kevin Lennox, Helen and Kieren, Peter and Beki, David and Stew. Adored grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of 18. Alaugh, asmile, ajoke or two, that's the way we'll remember you.
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FILIPPO, Antonietta. Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Morwell on 20 June 2023. Aged 88 years Dearly loved wife of Prospero (dec.). Much loved mother of Rosaria, Rocco and Maria. Much loved mother-in-law of Tony, Giovina and Vince. Adored grandmother to Maria, Chris, Antonietta, Joseph, Natasha, Cassie, Jayden, Alissa, Jacob, Daniel, Eden, Luke and Dana. Great grandmother to Stephanie, Mitchell, Lani, Dawson, Spencer, Brooklyn, Jett, Sofia and Pia. Great great grandmother to Austyn and Penelope.
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Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Valley Village surrounded by family. Loved by wife Shirley, of 68 years. Father and father-in-law of Nigel, Susan, Gillian and Alan. Grandad to Kieran, Nikki, Taryn, Kieron, Ainsley, Bobby, Celesete, Sam, Claudia and Jack. Great granddad to Oakley. Forever in our hearts
DAVIDSON, John James. 'Jack' 21/7/1934 -21/6/2023
Late of Moe, formerly of Sale and Loch Sport. Loved Son of Tom and Mary (both dec.). Brother of Aileen (Ginge) and Helen (dec.). Brother-inlaw of Les (Hooks) (dec.), Arthur (dec.) and Paddy. Uncle Jack of Billy, Peter, Buster, Margie, Ben, Bridget, Claire, Liam, and families. Gone Fishing
FIELDS (nee Dunn), Joyce 10/8/1927 -20/6/2023.
Passed away at Margery Cole Aged Care Facility Aged 95 years Loving mother of Brenda, mother-in-law of Ron. Cherished nanna of Linda, Shane, Diane and Frank. Great nanna of Monique, Liam, Nicholas and Ryan. In our hearts you will stay loved and remembered every day
FIFE, Malcolm Shane. 16/9/1958 -24/6/2023. Aged 64 years
Late of Moe. Loved first son of Mal and Maureen Fife. Brother of Vicki, Mark and Michelle.
Our hearts are broken that we have had to say goodbye. So proud of you and how you fought to stay with those you loved.
Peace at last forever in our hearts
Cara Mamma eNonna, La tua immagine sara' sempre una luce accesa nei nostri cuori. Sei stata una donna dolce, amabile eaffetuosa. Ci mancherai tanto. Ti sentiremo sempre vicino con ibei ricordi che ci hai lasciato. Addio. Adesso puoi riposare. Da tuo figlio Rocco, tua nuora Giovina, enipoti, Natasha, Alissa eJacob, Brooklyn eBaby Mucha. Dear Mum and Nonna, Your image will always be aflame lit in our hearts. You have been asweet, loveable and affectionate woman. We will miss you terribly but we will be comforted with the wonderful memories we have of you. Goodbye. Now you can rest From your son Rocco, daughter-in-law Giovina, grandchildren Natasha, Alissa and Jacob and your great grandchildren Brooklyn and Baby Mucha. FILIPPO, Antonietta. Dearest Mum, you left us with abrokenheart, we will miss you terribly, but your memories will give us comfort. Your loving daughter Rosaria and son-in-law Tony. Tears in our eyes will wipe away, But the love in our hearts is here to stay. Your grandchildren Maria, Chris, Antonietta, Joseph, Daniel and Eden. Great grandchildren Stephanie, Mitchell, Lani, Dawson, Spencer and Sofia. Great great grandchildren Austyn and Penelope.
FILIPPO, Antonietta. Heaven has received another angel, another star in the night sky, your life has become aloving memory, we know you will never be far. As our lives go on we will treasure the memories we have of you. You will always hold a special place in our hearts, aloving treasured spot. So for now we will say goodbye. We love and miss you with all of our hearts, but as long as we have our loving memories we will never be too far apart.
Thank you for being a very special Nonna to your grandchildren Cassie, Jayden, Luke and Dana and your great grandchildren Jett and Pia. Thank you for being the best mother and motherin-law anyone could have asked for, love from your daughter Maria and sonin-law Vince.
HOOD, Noelene (Joyce).
Passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, 22 June 2023.
Partner of Dennis (dec.). Much loved mother of Noelene, Gordon, Leanne, Michelle and Mervyn, Tracey and Steven, Bradley and Belinda, Mark, and Karen. Will be greatly missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. At Rest
♥♥Mike, Kirra, Wynter and Nixon XXOO.
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HOOD. The Funeral Service of Mrs Noelene "Joyce" Hood will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Avenue, Newborough on FRIDAY, (7 July 2023), commencing at 2pm. Following the Service, the Funeral will leave for the Moe Cemetery. To view the livestream, visit our website and follow the prompts.
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HOCKEY
By JEN SUTTONLATROBE Valley Hockey Association
Women’sVic LeagueTeamtravelled to RMIT University in Bundoora for their gameonSaturday.
The LVHA men’s team travelled to Dandenong where VIC League debutantDavid Baker scored his first goal, which levelled the scoreat1-1 shortly afterhalftime.
LIVINGSTONE, Colin James. 2/10/1954 -24/6/2023.
Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital, Traralgon after losing his battle with cancer.
Loved partner of Sue. Much loved son of Moira and Jim (both dec.). Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Julie, Stuart, Tony, Sandie, Linda, Michael, Cathy and Shaun (dec.). Much loved father of Joanne, Craig, and Darren. Beloved Pop of Kobi, Troy, Indianna, Loghan, Sakura, Jakzon, Cody,Mikayla, and Tameika. Beloved uncle of Isaac, Adn, Allen, Jon, Verona, Jane (dec.), Barbara,Toni(dec.), Teagan and families. Reunited with loved ones.
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LIVINGSTONE, Colin.
Thankyou for always being there when we needed support and someone to listen. You have been astrength to our family and will be deeply missed. Resting peacefully with Mum, Dad, Jane and Toni. Love always Tony, Sandie, girls and families.
LIVINGSTONE, Colin.
Passed away 24 June 2023. You were agood son to your parents and aloving father to your children. Sadly missed by your big sister Julie, brother-in-law Stuart and family.
McLEAY, Benjamin
Alexander.
Born April 21, 1972. Passed away June 14, 2023.
Passed away peacefully with family at Dandenong Hospital. Beloved son of Anne, Neil (dec.) and Richard. Devoted partner of Freya. Loving father of Lovella.
Beloved brother of Rose, Max and Darcy, and brother-in-law of Jamie, Jess and Nic. Loving uncle of Tara, Glenn, Jay, Zahli, Naipia, Saige, Lyric, Archie, Charlie and Ollie.
Cherished by Laju, Leeta, Billie and all extended family and friends.
Your love warms us all
NIELSEN (Sibly), Brenda. 27/4/1940 -17/6/2023.
Much loved sister of Dick, Joe and Barb. Loving aunt to Jane, Darren, Allison, Grant, Alana and families. Till we meet again, rest in peace Brenda, pain-free at last. Love to Narelle, Gina and Sebastian.
BORRMAN. The Funeral Service of Mrs Heather Borrman will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Ave, Newborough on MONDAY, (3 July 2023), commencing at 11am. Following the Service, the Funeral will leave for the Moe Cemetery. To view the livestream, visit the website and follow the prompts.
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BROWNE. The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mr Anthony (Tony) Gerrard Browne will be held at the Rose Chapel at Gippsland Memorial Park, Cemetery Road, Traralgon on FRIDAY (30 June 2023) at 2pm.
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BURVILL. The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Daphne Burvill will take place in the Rose Chapel, Gippsland Memorial Park Crematorium, Cemetery Drive, Traralgon, MONDAY (3 July 2023) commencing at 11am. No flowers by request.
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JACKSON. The Graveside Funeral Service for Mr Christopher Jackson will be held at the Hazelwood Cemetery on FRIDAY (30 June 2023) at 2pm.
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McLEAY. The Funeral Service for Benjamin McLeay will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Avenue Moe on FRIDAY (30 June 2023) commencing at 11am. In lieu of flowers donations to Cancer Care Vic would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the Service. Ben's Service will also be livestreamed. To view the livestream please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au and click on livestreaming.
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RMIT came out strong, putting consistentpressureonthe localteam in thefirstquarter.
Some great saves by goalkeeper Darci Archow held RMIT to one goal for the quarter.
As the game went on, Latrobe Valley was able to work themselves intothe game with some great attacking runs, butwereunable to capitalise untilthe lastquarter when Aria Ranui scored aspectacular goal with atomahawk fromthe topofthe circle.
RMIT held on to a4-1 win. Archow, Charlene Murrell and Ranui were the bestplayers for LV.
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Unfortunately, Dandenong responded quickly to the threat and scored another two in the secondhalf to win 3-1
Bestplayers for LV wereDaniel Lineen, Jamie Cobbledick and Daniel Godfrey.
Junior state championships for Under 12, Under 14 and Under 16s take place over the school holidays. Local players representing Gippsland will have to travel to the Melbourne Sports Centres Parkville and Footscray Hockey Centre
All teams will next playatChurchill on Saturday, July8 when the hockey community celebrates NAIDOC round.
NTP: 2nd LFrench 11th LFrench 15th N Te Paa
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June 2023
AGrade: C. Warring 17 40 pts
B. Grade: R. Vesty2042pts
C. Grade: .Welsh: 27 38 pts
D.T.L: 1. I. Duncan 38, 2. G. Beyer38, 3. P.
Flanigan 37,4.S.Allison37, 5. C. Sterrick
36, 6. P. Boulding 36, 7. W. Sutton 35, 8. A.
Sharrock35
N.T.P: Pro-Pin: 3rdR.Dent, 5th D. Burridge,12th I. Fortune,14th B. Kilday
Target Hole: M. Hutchinson
Birdies: S. Allison 5th, R. Dent 3rd, J.
Sanders3rd,D.Byers 12th, I. Duncan 12th, I. Fortune 12th
MulligansTuesday 20thJune2023
Winner: R. Lubawski 37 pts
D.T.L: S. Fue35pts
N.T.P: 3rdR.Lubawski,5th L. Brent 12th L. Brent
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Thursday22nd June,Stableford.
DAVIDSON.
Funeral Prayers for Mr John James 'Jack' Davidson will be offered at Delbridge Funeral Chapel, Marley Street Sale at 10.30am on THURSDAY (29 June 2023), followed by burial at the Sale Lawn Cemetery.
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FIELDS.
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mrs Joyce Fields will be held at Gippsland Memorial Park Crematorium Rose Chapel, Cemetery Drive Traralgon on FRIDAY, (7 July 2023), commencing at 11am.
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FILIPPO. The Funeral Service for Antonietta Filippo will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Commercial Road, Morwell on WEDNESDAY, (28 June 2023) at 11am.
The Funeral will leave the Church at the conclusion of Mass for the Hazelwood Cemetery.
RIDDLE. The Funeral Service for Mrs Edith Riddle will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Avenue Moe on THURSDAY (29 June 2023 commencing at 11am. In lieu of flowers donations to West Gippsland Palliative Care would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the Service. Edith's Service will also be livestreamed. To view the live stream, please visit: latrobevalley funerals.com.au and click on livestreaming.
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In Memoriam •
DAVIES, Tom. 26 June 2022. Missing you, time passes, memories remain.
Loved always, Elaine, Jen, Tim and families.
FARLEY, Debbie. 3/7/2004.
As time unfolds another year Memories keep you ever near Silent thoughts of time together Hold memories that will last forever.
All our love, Lee, Eden and Paxton
PARR, Maurice. 29/6/1932 -1/7/2016. 7years Iwish Icould have given you that one more day you so much wanted.
Happy Birthday from your loving wife Mary and sons Tremain, Anthony, Neville and Warren.
VERNON, Ann. 27/6/2015. Our love for you is stronger than ever, as the sad years go by.
Love from Alan and family.
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GradeA Winners: Robertson, Jenna & Ayton, Kevin75.25
PlaceGetters: Trengrove,Dave& Sutton, Brenda 78.25, Donnison, Terry& Elliot, Christine 79.125 NearesttoPin: 4th Christine Elliot
4th KevinAyton 8th JennaRobertson
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Wednesday,21 June2023WOMEN’S
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GradeA Winners: Mifsud, Helen (54) 13
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GradeA Winners: Bates,Linda (22)30
GradeB Winners: Elliot, Christine (33) 35
PlaceGetters: Birrell, Chris 29 c/b
Boulton,Joan 29 c/b
NearesttoPin: 4th Sandy Tate 14th Gwen Young
Target Hole: KarynSavige
Thursday,22June 2023OPENMedley
Stableford
GradeA Winners: Ford,Tim (1) 37 C/B
GradeB Winners: Wilson, Graeme(12) 48
GradeC Winners: Lodge,Jamie (18) 38
PlaceGetters: Martin,Rhys39Stephens
Peter37C/B Johnson, Tony 37 Borg, Manny36C/B Willshire, Philip36C/B Panozzo, Gavan36Dent, Russell 36 Devent, Anton 35 C/BAllen, Ray35 Donnison, Terry34C/B Wolski, Ted34 Thomson, Joel 33 C/B Winters, Jamie 33 C/B
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Winner: CPeter 32 pts c/b
DTL: NTePaa 32 pts
Today’sCompetition:21/6/23:Women’s
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Winner: Di Moody (20)with 36 points
Runner Up: LornaRisol (24) with 35 points
Downthe Line: JennyEvison with 33 points,Donna Mellonwith 32 points and June Tickell with 28 points c/b
NTP –5th: Ange Bayley15thBev Keily
Gobblers: June Tickell onthe 13th
Nine-Hole Winner: LynPowell (31)with 15 points
9-HoleRunner-Up: Bron Wallace (19) with 13 points
Congratulations to Bron Wallace foran Eagle on the 7th
Friday,June 23rd2023,OpenMen’s&
Ladies Stableford
AGrade Winner: MarkHiriart38pts
Bgrade Winner: John Butler 36 ptsC/B
Women Winner: BronwynWallace 34 ptsC/B
DTL’s: TimMichael Gargan36, Nick Rowe 36, LesEllis 35,Roger Matheson 35, Chris Hogbin 35, Laurie Snowball 34, Mitchell Jones 34, Annemarie Marshall 34 C/B
Birdies: 5th: NickRowe, Roger Matheson, Brian Vella 13th: NickRowe, Jack Marshall 15th: MarkHiriart, David Winfield
Saturday,June 24th2023,Stableford
AGrade Winner: BarryDwyer 38 pts C/B
BGrade Winner: RichardGould 36 pts C/B
DTL’s: Noel Cornish 38, Glenn Vassett 38, BruceAplin 37,Laurie Snowball 36, Nic Blake36, PeterGriffin 36,Paul Fogarty35, Greg Evison 35 C/B
NTP’s: 2nd: Glenn Vassett5th:Glenn Vassett11th: Jack Marshall 13th: Peter Griffin15th: Greg Evison
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TuesdayStableford Played:13/06/2023
Field:95
Grades:
A: Mitchell Jones 38pts
B: Vincent Phelan 40pts
C: Graeme Ferrel 30pts
NTP 5th: Lucas Krstic
NTP 8th: StanleyKurowski
NTP10th: Brian Farley
NTP15th: Phillip Town
RunDowns:
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NTP 8th: Hans Mayer
NTP10th: Will Hanrahan
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Ticking them off: The countdown is on to the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with events to be held in Gippsland Photograph supplied
WITH less than 1000 days to go until the Commonwealth Games hits Regional Victoria, Gippslanders Alicia Cook and Stuart Ottrey, both badminton players, couldn’t be more excited.
Locals won’t have to travel far to see Cook and Ottrey, with badminton events taking placein Traralgon, alongside Women’s Twenty20 Cricket in Moe, Rugby 7s in Morwell, and road cycling.
Nine-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Australian Chef de Mission, Petria Thomas OAM, said there was more enthusiasm than ever for Victoria 2026.
“If the Games were arelay, we’d be at the first change with three legs to go,” Ms Thomas said.
“There are 1000 days to go, and the countdown to the Opening Ceremony has begun.
“Our team will be ready, and we’re confident the
host communities in Victoria and sports fans across Australia are looking forward to cheering us on.”
Alicia Cook, 16, is from Traralgon, and has been playingbadminton since she was nine. She started playing after her dad signed her up for the local junior side, and she hasn’t looked back.
Cook plays singles and doubles, and has played against state champions in competitions. Her favourite player is Gronya Somerville, who represented Australia in badminton at the 2014, 2018 and2022 Commonwealth Games.She also represented Australia at the Tokyo Olympics. Cooksaidshe was “reallyexcited”that the Commonwealth Games were coming to Gippsland to bring joy to the community.
“It letskids know thereare sportsother than the big main sports, and it brings badminton up alevel and will get more players to come join,” she said.
“I’m excited to go watch the Commonwealth
Games and hopefully try out. My dream is to actually try out for the Commonwealth Games.
“I’d like to see Gronya Somerville come to the Commonwealth Gamesand watch her play.I’d definitely book tickets for that because she is my idol and my hero. Iwould love to see her.”
Stuart Ottrey, 18, is also abadminton player from Traralgon. He has been playingbadminton for 12 yearsand is drawntothe community aspect of the sport.
He playsboth singles and doubles too,but prefers singles because “it’s just you and the opponent”.
“If you make amistake, it’s on you,” he said.
Ottrey said Victoria 2026 will be the first time he will be courtside to watch international players in action.
“One of my heroes is aMalaysian doubles player. He’sone of the top players in the world,” Ottrey said.
“I never thought he’d play badminton in my hometown. I’mreally looking forward to watching himplay.”
As well as playing badminton, Ottrey coaches local juniors to play the sport he loves.
“My dreams are that the Commonwealth Games in my hometown will inspire anew generation of kids to come and play badminton,” he said.
“There used to be 16 clubs in ourareaand I’m hopingwith the Commonwealth Gamesinour area it will open that door again and we will get alot more clubs reopening.’’
The Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place from March 17 to March 29, 2026.
After the opening ceremony at the MCG, there will be 12 days of elite sport coming to the five Games Cities of Gippsland, Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Shepparton, supported by afestival program.
BOCCE
By TOM HAYESFOUR local ladies have made theirway backfrom New South Wales after competing for Morwell’s Italian Australian Sporting Club at the 2023 Bocce Australia National Championships.
Overthe long weekend from June 9-12, Diane Penney,ChristinaFinocchiaro, Maria Maselli, Mirella Alesi and coach Sally Fava took to the boccecourtsinthe singles, doubles and triples bocce events.
Keenbocceplayers from alloverthe country made their way to the Marconi Club in Sydney to compete across the long weekend.
“There probably would’ve been about 10 ladies teams, and about 14 men’s teams there,” Penney said.
The team drove up to Sydney together, taking their time in an attempt to not get too tired on the long journey.
“It was an adventure,” Alesi laughed.
“But we had fun, because we go up as agroup and we have ups and you downs, but generally it was pretty good,” Maselli said.
Alesi competed in the singles, while Finocchiaro and Maselli took the reins in the doubles event.
All four ladies competed in the triples, with one acting as asubstitute,all whileFava was coaching from the side lines.
“We went in therepretty positive, we did our best and at the end of the day that’s all you can do is do our best,” Maselli said.
In both the singles and doubles, the ladies only
made it is far as the quarter finals, which is still quite far into anational competition.
But they went even further as ateam in the triples event, making it all of the way to the final.
In the final, the ladies wouldcomeupagainst Queensland-based side Bundaberg, which made it fitting that and Victorian team and Queensland team would meet in the middle for the finalinNSW.
It was all the more fitting that the two sides were from regional parts of their state too.
Unfortunately, the Morwell team wasn’t able to go home with gold, losing 8-5 in the final.
For reference, these ladies have plenty of bocce experience, boastingaround 20-30 yearsofexperience each.
They have been competing at anational level for as long as 20 years, so there are no doubts about the ability of these well-seasoned veterans.
Also attending the championships was amen’s team from Morwell; Frank Fava, Felice Prezioso, Frank Finocchiaro and Tommy Campbell.
Morwell’s Italian Australian Club is looking forward to an upcoming event,which will have the place rocking with fun.
OverJuly 1and 2, theyare hostingthe 2023 Morwell BocceLatrobe City Classic, which should seearound24teams come from all angles of the country.
On Saturday, they will have AFL and Hawthorn Hawks legend Robert ‘Dipper’ DiPerdomenico as aspecial guest for their gala dinner.
As an ambassador for bocce, Dipper will be helping to raise money for the Australian Junior Bocceteamwho willberepresenting Australian in Monaco later in 2023.
Also in attendance willbeMorwell’s Kayla Dukes, who qualified for the national squad and will travel to Monaco.
Regular tickets are $50 each, and included a three-course dinner, live music, raffles and much more.
VIP tickets include all of the above, plus seating
on Dipper’s table and adonation to the Australian junior team, costing $200.
Tickets can be purchased at tinyurl.com/295wk3yn
For more information on the Morwell Bocce Latrobe City Classic and the gala dinner, phone the Italian Australian SportingClub, or email info@bocceaustralia.com.au
ABUSYcouple of months at the Traralgon Tennis Association has seen fun for everyone on every weekend, and the recent addition of a couple of tournaments.
Over the King’s Birthday longweekend, the Traralgon Tennis Association hosted the Schnitz King’s Birthday Openand Junior Tournament.
Across three days of action from Saturday, June 10 to Monday June 12, around 80 competitors took to the courts for anew format.
Traralgon Tennis Association manager Susie Grumley was pleased with the turn-out, which saw an increase from around 20 players last year.
The event compiled anew UTR Rating Series, which grouped people based on their rating, so those wanting to have more chance of more fulfilling matches, and progressing further into thetournament coulddoso, whileplaying more than once before being knocked out.
There were four different age brackets across the weekend; Under 12s, U14s, U16s and open.
By introducing this format,itmakes atournament more attractive for local players, as well as those travelling from all over Victoria, with people seen travelling from as far as Melbourne, Geelong and Pakenham.
“We had around robin match format, so people could playtwo to three games,” Grumley explained.
Prize money was on offer for the open age division, which might’vebeenanother selling point to those competing.
In the girl’s doubles (Under 12s), Kotone Burgessand Paige Hosford got the win over Candice Bramwell and Zara Felmingham, while in the boy’s doubles (Under 12s and U14s) Finn Corby and Aditya Thakur stolethe show against Theodore Gibert and Kierran Kang.
The girl’s Under 12s and 14s singles winner was Paige Hosford, while Mia Goold won the girl’s Under 16s singles.
And finally for the boy’s singles, Eshan Shankar took out the Under 12s, Max Harbison and Aditya Thakur took out the two Under 14s divisions, and Walker Majera was crowned as the Under 16s champion.
In the open age, for the women’s Mia Goold and Matilda Navetookout the doublescompetition, while the men’s doubles champions were Matthieu Gibert and Sen Goold.
Lastly, for the open age singles, JordynAitken was the women’s champ and Curtis Fitzgerald got the job done in the men’s division.
The Traralgon Tennis Associationwillbe running another event with this format, using UTR rankings, which will hopefully see numbers continue to stay high.
The 2023 Latrobe City Open and JuniorEvent willtakeplace from Monday, June 26, until Thursday, June 29 (tomorrow).
Run in the firstweekend of the school holidays, the Traralgon Tennis Association hopes to see many entrants, and equally many in the crowd cheering people on.
As Term 2comes to aclose, the weekend Pickleball sessions havealsocometoanend after awhole term of action.
Althoughmore popularinwarmer seasons, the Pickleball come and try’s were well-attended and had regulars coming back each and every weekend.
“We’ve had acore groupof10-12people,” Grumley said.
“We hope to gain more traction.”
The Traralgon Tennis Association hopes to bring PickleballsessionsbackinSeptember, alongwithafour-weektester competition, getting people ready for the real thing.
SOCCER
LVSL
BY LAURIE WILLIAMSONLY three gameswere playedinthe Latrobe Valley Soccer League over the weekend.
Tyers versus Sale was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Tyers, while in other matches, Moe United easily overcame Traralgon Olympians, Morwell Pegasus survived ascare against Churchill, while match-of-the-round saw Falcons 2000 take all three points against giant killers Monash.
AFTER asecond successive win against one of the topsides in Pegasus last week, Monash returned home full of confidence, and expectations were suchthatthey had strongbelief in obtaining a
result against Falcons 2000 when they took to Monash Reserve.
In blustery conditions,the home side seemed in controlearly, but after the first 10 minutes, Falcons started to gain the ascendency albeit to no avail, as neither side could fashion aclear-cut chance in the first half.
The second half sawthe Birds takeafurther stranglehold on the match, with efforts from Jamie Pistrin, Gianni Salvatore and Toby Capp all thwarted by the home side keeper.
The Wolves however had the opportunity to take the lead,but Falcons keeper Charles Simon pulled off awonderful one-on-one save to keep the score line goalless.
Soon after, Falcons deservedly took the lead as a foul on the edge of the box on Nonda Lazaris was put away by Pistrin to give his side avaluable advantage.
The home side continued to push but they were met with aresolute Falcons defensive unit.
With five minutes to go, aJim Mills headersealed the contest, which saw Falcons move back to top
position, albeit by playing one game more than both Fortuna and Moe.
PEGASUS had abig fright on their hands against atenacious Churchill.
Although the scores indicated an easy win, it was far from the truth as Churchill contested hard all day, not giving much away to their more fancied opponents.
After eight minutes of end-to-end soccer, Pegasus gained the first break with the opening goal, but within four minutes the Rams equalised.
It was goal-for-goal as Pegasus hit the front again on the half hour mark, but the Rams didn’t want to give in and equalised at 35 minutes.
Pegasus however broke the deadlock three minutes beforehalftime, in what had been an entertaining and competitive half.
It was toughgoinginthe second half, with
Churchill playing abrand of soccer that would raise the question as to why this hadn’t occurred earlier in the season.
The Flying Horsemen twiceincreased their advantage to make it 5-2,but Churchill weren’t ready to throw in the towel just yet, and replied onlya fewminutes later to take the matchtoa 5-3 score line.
Things were looking grim for the Horsemen as Churchill piled on the pressure, but in apurple patch, Pegasus got away and scored two quick goals over the next 10 minutes and it was game over for the valiant Rams.
The 7-3 result was Pegasus’s highest score over Churchill since 1987, and it was Churchill’s highest goal tally for the year.
Brandon Scott, in his second match for the Horsemen,scored abrace, as didGermaine Otieno, who now leads the league on 16.
For the Rams, Dean Pyle scored abrace while Kevin Riess chipped in for his first goal for the season.
IN what was shaping up to be aweekend of consolidation for the Under 13 boys as they played a double-header against Endeavour United, turned out in reality to be one of reflection on what could havebeen for the Gippsland United Under13boys. Saturday was the first leg, which was played at home on the main pitch at Latrobe Stadiumagainst EndeavourUnited, the first time this year the United Boys had the opportunity to do so.
Starting alittle bit scrappy on aslippery main pitch surface, the boys took awhile to settle into the rhythm of the game.
Midway through the first half, some nice link-up play saw Andersonscore to put the United lads up 1-0.
The leadwas short lived,withEndeavour equalising to see the scores locked at 1-all at halftime.
The second half was asee-sawingaffair, with McCann-Diston scoring his first for the day to grab the lead again for United, only to see Endeavour again equalise.
McCann-Diston then scored his second for the day to push the lead out to 3-2, and all was looking on track for maximum points at home.
Unfortunately, some lack of game awareness saw Endeavour capitalise and pinch alatethird goal to lock up the score at 3-all.
As hard as the United lads tried, they could not pinch alategoal to secure maximum points -with
the final whistle blowing it was shared points between the two teams.
SUNDAY’S return league was played in artic conditions at Endeavour’s home ground, but it was awarm affair on the pitch for the first half.
In aphysical game that resembled more of a rugby match than asoccer game, it did not make for pleasant viewing.
With opportunities few and far between in the firsthalf, it looked like the Gippsland boys had struck first when an overlapping run from one of the Gippsland defenders resulted in him appearing to put the ball past the keeper, who appeared to have'saved' the ball from behind the line -but unfortunately the goal was not awarded.
Endeavour then pounced in their half via a deflected ballthat fell at the feet of one of their forwards,who put it past the Gippsland keeper, seeing thescore deadlocked at 1-nil at halftime.
The second half commenced and unfortunately the wheels fell off across the park for the United boys.
In one to forget, the final whistle blew and the Gippsland boys were on the end of acomprehensive 5-0 loss, making the cool conditions even colder.
THE Eastern Lions narrowly defeated the Gippsland United Under 14s 2-1.
The game started with abangasJett Koppen seized an earlyopportunity and slotted the ball past anappingEastern Lions defence, givingGippsland the lead.
Just before halftime, an almost offsidedeflection
SOCCER
LVSL BY JOHN CARDONAMOE United returned to the playing field in the Latrobe Valley Soccer League after atwo-week break at the weekend. The Red Devils were emphatic victors over Traralgon Olympians on Sunday,winning 7-1 awayfrom home.
Moe Unitedwent straight onto the offensive from the outset, and took only five minutes to break open the Traralgon defence. Talisman Connor O’Hanlon made an excellentrun up the right flank, and easily beat the Olympians defender, and sent alow cross onto his fellow striker Riley Winkleman, who converted the chance withafirsttimeshotfromcloserange.
Minutes later,Winkleman had his second goal after he seized upon afumble by Olympians keeper Roy Matthews, to put Moe United 2-0 up after awell-hit shot from Chad Shelley.
Moe United goalkeeper Peter Albanese was soon brought into play when he made asuper reflex save from ashot by Olympian’s Dunstall from close range.
For the next 20-oddminutes,Olympians' defence withstood aconstant wave of attacks, with Matthews pulling in some great saves.
After35minutes, MoeUnited’s pressure finally paid off when Winkleman send apinpoint pass to O’Hanlon who gave the keeper no chance.
The Red Devilswentinto the break up 3-nil
Shortly after resumption of play, O’Hanlon wasted asuperb opportunity to put Moe 4-0
up, when after shruggingoff adefender’s challenge, he sent his shot wide of the target.
Midwaythrough thesecond half, arun by Tanner Pyle saw him unleash apowerful low drive, giving Matthewsnochancefrom 25 metres out.
Minutes later,Moe was 5-0 up when aclever through ball fromCampbell Dastey found O’Hanlon.
Virtually straight fromthe kick-off, Moe United’s defence was caught napping, after aquick throughballfound Jayden Steele converted the one-on-one against Albanese.
Winkleman had ahat-trick shortly after, seizing upon amistimedclearance to make the score 6-1 United’s way.
Dastey finished off an impressive Moe display, scoring the side’s seventh goal.
Bestfor Moe was Winkleman,OscarSceney, Pyle and Chad Shelley.
Moe United’s reserves bounced back after acouple of disappointing results, with a10-0 thrashing of Olympians.
United went into the break ahead 3-nil, before adominant second half saw them pile on the goals.
Reigning league best-and-fairest Harley Robinsonhad aday out, baggingfive goals. Ben Schembri scored two on return from injury, while Bailey Sommerville, Campbell Dastey, and 16-year-old Tully Anderson got one each.
Moe United’sseniors and reserves have another bye this weekend, which will see the 2013 senior team celebrate their miracle league championship on Saturday night.
led to the first goal for the Lions, levelling scores.
The second half saw both teams battling fiercely. Gippsland suffered amomentary lapse in concentration, allowing the opposition to score alate goal in the second half. Despite their best efforts, Gippsland United was unable to find the back of the net again, resultinginahard-fought match that ended in aclose 2-1 loss.
The next day, an intense match unfoldedbetween Gippsland United and Nunawading.
Both sides displayed their skills and determination, resulting in ahard-fought nil-all draw.
The game was characterised by solid defensive performances, strongmidfield battles, and notable saves by both goalkeepers.
GIPPSLAND had aconvincing 3-1 win over home team South Melbourne FC in Caulfield on Sunday morning.
The boys were strong out of the gate, eager to win everyball and kept their intensityhigh throughout the game to secure the match points.
Striker Jett Koppen and Patrick Frayne played an attacking game during the first half, with Jett slotting home Gippsland’s first goal at the 10-minute mark. Declan Paku continues to shine in defence, providing encouragement to the boys as they looked to protect the 1-0 lead.
Adelightful ball from Mitch Dastey late in the second half, found its way to Bill Prior, who ran it down the pitch and scored the third goal of the match,this coming afterPriorhad ahand in Ciaran Toomey scoring the side's second goal in the first half.
MATCH of the round sees Morwell Pegasus travel to Burrage to try and keep pace with those around them on the ladder.
This will be the first night game held at Burrage Reserve with newly installed lights.
It is tipped to atough encounter, with both teams making determined bids to get higher up the table.
FORTUNA vTYERS LIGHTNING
FORTUNA, after their break, will come back to try and regain top position, which they lost courtesy of abye at the weekend.
Fortuna will hope to emulate their lastperformance against Tyers, which resulted in ahuge9-0 win.
The Lightning surprised Falcons afortnight ago, arepeat of that effort will make it hard for Fortuna to score freely against adetermined Tyers team.
SALE vMONASH
AFTER aresolute, albeit fruitless performance against Falcons last weekend, Monash will look to get back on the winners list against Sale.
With plenty of games left in the season, Monash canwell and truly shake up the establishment at thetop half of the table.
CHURCHILL vFALCONS
TOP plays bottom on Sunday as Falcons look to continue their recent winning form.
In aperformance that was representative of the highstandards of season 2022, the boys in blue from Morwell will be looking to maintain that level of intensity this weekend.
MOE and Olympians have the bye.
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