Soil and rock samples will be collected off the Gippsland coast to help design the proposed Star of the South offshore wind project.
Star of the South chief executive Charles Rattray, and Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D’Ambrosio, were in the region on Friday to officially announce the start of works.
By LIAM DURKIN
THE best ships are red and white after all.
A50-strong crewwill spend five weeks at sea,collecting soiland rock samples from beneath the seafloor off the Wellington coast to help design the proposed Star of the South offshore wind energy project.
Samples will be taken from up to 70 metres beneath the seabed, in aproject led by internationalgeo-data specialists Fugro.
Dignitaries gathered at QUBE's Barry Beach Terminal(near Welshpool) on Friday to formally announce the works, and tour the Fugro vessel.
Among them was the Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D'Ambrosio, along with the Star of the South chief executive Charles Rattray, Fugro regional director Shalu Shajahan, South Gippsland Shire Mayor Nathan Hersey, and Latrobe Valley Authority chief executive Chris Buckingham. The BarryBeach Terminal is the
main supply depot for Esso Australia's Bass Strait oil and gas operations, and facilitates the transportofequipment and suppliestomore than 20 offshore platforms.
Ms D'Ambrosio welcomed the works, saying they would continue astrong legacy of energy in Gippsland.
"This will be the first marine geotechnicalcampaign in Australia for offshore wind energy -which is ahuge achievement for Victoria as it makes the transition fromcoal to renewables," she said.
"Thisevent is such an important next step in the creation of Australia's first offshorewind energy industry, and Victoria will deliver that.
"This geotechnical survey thatwe are markingisthe firstofits kind in Australia for the offshore wind energy industry. It is amajor milestonefor the development of the country's first offshore wind energy industry, here, hosted by the Gippsland region.
"That is really such afundamentally
and significant focus for us, when we understandand acknowledgethe role that the Gippsland regionhas played for many decades in delivering energy."
Investigations are beingfunded in part by the state government's Energy Innovation Fund.
"From our $108 million Energy Innovation Fund, we've carved off about $19.5 million for the Star of the South to do works such as pre-construction surveys," Ms D'Ambrosio said.
"These things do not happen by accident, they happen with having clear, ambitious targets."
Those ambitious targets include having 95 per cent of the state's electricity comingfrom renewablesourcesby2035.
However, with the imminent closure of coal-fire powered stations at Yallourn in 2028 and Loy Yang Ain2035, questions surrounding the likely void between 2028 and 2035 continued to linger.
With the state government announcing the returnofthe SEC at last year's election, Ms D'Ambrosiosaidthe returning
workforce was set to play akey role.
"Certainly the SEC is an agency that will help to accelerate our drive toward creating 95 per cent renewable energy by 2035.Iwas very pleased to launch the Pioneer InvestmentMandate for the SEC, andwe're wanting to get off and running as quickly as we can to get the firstproject, or projects backed by the SEC, built by the SEC, and we're not wasting aday," she said.
"Rightnow,weare wanting to find projects that are ready to be built, we're looking to have the first projects selected by the end of this year.
Following formalities, attendees took the opportunity to tour the Fugrovessel Interestingly, patronswererequired to wear masks on board, and were shown around the control room, getting afeel for life at sea.
Spotting atable tennis table folded up, acrewmember quipped how it can be quite challenging playing ping pong on board aboat tackling rough seas.
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When Junction Support Services started at Wangaratta in Victoria’s North East in 1989, the single focus was helping people in need.
What began with only one supported accommodation program for people who were experiencing homelessness, or who were at risk of homelessness, has grown to nearly 40 tailored support programs being provided across the state’s North East.
Junction’s success working with children and young people was acknowledged more than 20 years ago when the Victorian Government asked Junction to provide care for young people across North East Victoria who were unable to live with their families or in foster or kinship care.
“The Department of Families Fairness and Housing recognise our capacity, capability, innovation and commitment to caring for children and young people with multiple and complex needs,” says Michelle Fell, Junction’s Chief Operating Officer.
“Junction has worked with Placement Support, Child Protection and the Care Teams supporting the young people through the development and provision of individualised models of care to ensure their needs are met and their voices heard.”
The not-for-profit organisation is the largest Youth Residential Care provider for children and young people in North East Victoria and the only Therapeutic Residential Care provider in the Ovens Murray area.
In addition, Junction provides various support programs, ranging from early intervention to statutory services, across regional communities in Victoria’s North East and Goulburn Valley and extends into southern New South Wales.
Junction provides services for people across their life span. This includes supporting young people in Youth Residential Care, supporting
young parents, family violence and homelessness support, youth crisis accommodation, education support and counselling, driver education, victims of crime assistance, and NDIS support.
Despite the expansion across multiple support
areas, providing support to the community through the provision of Youth Residential Care and homelessness support remains Junction’s core business.
Junction is currently recruiting ateam to deliver essential Youth Residential Care to
to deliver essential Youth Residential Care to
children and young people in Gippsland.
The organisation will have its base in Morwell.
“Having asafe, stable place to live is abasic human right, and it opens opportunities to actively engage in the community,” says Junction CEO Megan Hanley.
By ZAIDAGLIBANOVIC
AT the Baw Baw Shire council meeting on Wednesday,April 26, formerMayorJoe Gauci resignedfromhis positionasBaw Baw Shire CentralWard Councillorafter more than adecade of service.
Baw Baw ShireMayor, Annemarie McCabe informed the public on Thursday: “At last night’s ordinary council meeting, Joe Gauci resigned his position as aBaw Baw Shire Central Ward Councillor. In doing so, he made some allegations about council processes and conduct.
“His allegations will be taken seriously. They will be fully investigated, and appropriate action taken in due course.
“Further updates will be provided when appropriate,” the Mayor added.
At the council meeting, Mr Gauci said he was proud to be part of leadership that has tried to achieve better outcomes for the shire, but continued on in afour-minute address to explain his grievances with council.
“It seems ironic to me though that the people I care for the most, my family, havebeen negatively affected by me being acouncillor,” Mr Gauci said.
“I listen to all organisations including the Baw Baw Shire talk about mental health and how that is the number one priority, butitseems to me this is not how we deal with the individuals dealing with council.”
Though details remain unclear, Mr Gauci refers to general misconduct of council processes when his family had dealt with the council.
“No one should be disadvantaged because they also know acouncillor,” he said.
Mr Gauci raised concerns that his position has led to his family’s detriment.
“I have always assumed that everyone should be treated equally, over the last threeyearsI have seen this is not quite how things work …Ihonestly believe it’s because of my position as acouncillor on Baw Baw Shire that parts of my family have been treated unfairly in so many ways.”
Mr Gauci expressed the mental anguish he and his family members have faced over an issue put to council.
“There never once has been contact of officers to myself to see how things were going, this in itself is inexcusable and needs to be addressed.”
Mr Gauci revealed that new issues had arisen in
the past week and influencedhis decision to resign
Mayor McCabe voiced her appreciation for the former councillor.
“Mr Gauci has servedBaw Baw Shire for 11 years as councillor, includingthreeterms as mayor. Many in the community will have worked closely withhim over this time, and his suddenresignation will come as ashock to them as it has to me. On behalf of Baw Baw Shire Council, I’d like to express our gratitude for his service.”
Plans to reinstate anew councillor are ongoing, the mayor reassured.
“With regards to Mr Gauci’s vacated Central Ward seat on council, we are now in contact with the Victorian Electoral Commission and the required procedures are underway,” the mayor said in astatement.
“We will work through the nextsteps and processes in accordance with VEC regulations, and will provide an update as soon as possible.”
Mr Gauci’s resignation comes as the Municipal
Association of Victoria warn of Councillor Mistreatment.
In astatement from Municipal Association Victoria, President Cr David Clark said that with a rise of disruptive behaviour and civil unrest being felt by all levels of government in many parts of the world, councils have not been immune.
“This ongoing behaviouristhreatening and unpredictable, and it has no place in our communitiesand shouldn’t be acceptedatany level of government or board,” he said.
Cr Clark said that all councils now provide live streaming of council meetings, so every resident can continuetowatch and seethe council making decisions.
With reports of aCityofMonashcouncil meeting suspended due to 200 people presenting to itsoffice in Glen Waverly with unruly behaviour recently, Cr Clark said that ensuringthe safetyofacouncil’s respective community, employees, and councillors is number one priority.
UP to 15 per cent of state government funding is proposed to be slashed from the community health budget, causing uproarinregional community health services.
Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is agovernment-funded organisationwhich also is funding through the DepartmentofHealth and Department of Families in recent years.
LCHS works with many people within the community, hoping to keep them stay healthy, without funding leaves agrey area.
“It’sthathealthcarethat works with [the community] to keep them healthy,” LCHS chief executive BenLeigh said.
“This program has been funded for years in community health, we’ve got areally skilled team, practitionersworking on the ground, working in communities, and working on issues likehealthy eating,exercise, smoking and increasingly now, vaping.”
Mr Leigh,spoke on the importance of government funding in the community health sector, and what effect they could have on the community.
“We’d be cut by over 15 per cent of what’s called …disease prevention funding, and so for us that’s in excess of $170,000,” Mr Leigh said.
“That’s going to have ahugeimpact, particular in our community,Latrobe, we know that the Latrobe community faces many health challenges …and to be taking that, ripping that out
of Latrobe, is just the wrong thing to be doing.”
Not only could these cuts leave the community short, but also the highly-skilled staff that is hard to come by in rural areas.
“It’salways difficult to get skilled staff into rural areas, we’ve got areally highly-skilled team,” Mr Leigh said.
“Taking over $170,000 outofthat team,isseverely going to affect the way that we staff it and retain those really skilled employees in our rural area.”
Thecurrent state of local hospitals is reaching boiling point, with it becoming increasingly harder to get instant care when needed, due to the intake of patients.
LCHS tackles primary health and preventative health, compared to hospitals that dealwithurgent care and medical conditions.
Even due to this fact, the current state of regional hospitals and only increased the intake by LCHS.
“We still have alot of diseases in the community that are caused by lifestyle,and so we see the hospitals are under agreat burden at the moment,” Mr Leigh said.
“That’s why it’s even more important to be investing heavily in preventing those diseases, which is leading to this.
“Afar fromcutting thisfunding, the government needs to increase it, we’ve been arguing that this funding needs to be increased …all governments need to really seriously look at this and increase their investment in primary health and preventative health care, in order to relieve
the pressure on our hospitals (and providers).”
LCHSishoping the state government will reverse their decision, considering the severe impacts that the cuts could potentially lead to.
“We’re asking government …it’s the wrong funding, it’s the wrong time, they just need to seriously reconsider this, we ask them to just to do acomplete U-turn on this,” Mr Leigh said.
“We’re always warranted to be optimistic.
“The demand in our hospitals, alot of it is caused by an under-investment in preventative health in our communities.”
Mr Leigh believes the proposed cuts to be ill-timed.
“The funding is designed to keep people well, so cutting this just lacks any foresight, and it just is the wrong funding to be cutting and the wrong time to be doing it,” Mr Leigh said.
The health industryhas progressivelybecome one of the most important industries in the Latrobe Valley, rising throughoutthe COVID pandemic and beyond.
Mr Leigh believes the funding is “critical” as the health industry has quickly become one of the most prominent industries in the region.
“Not cutting this funding is critical, particularly again in rural areas, we suffer unique challenges,” he said.
“This willaffect other healthservicesacross Gippsland,not just Latrobe Community Health Service.
“The impact will be really felt by communities,
CLOSE to 300,000 Victorians who appear to have failed to vote in the November 2022 State Election willhaveanopportunity to explain whythey didn’t vote when they receive an ‘Apparent failure to vote notice’ in the coming days.
Acting Electoral Commissioner, Dana Fleming, says the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is urging people who receive anotice to respond with adetailedexplanation, as the VEC is required to issue afine of $92ifaperson fails to respond within 28 days.
‘An ‘Apparent failure to vote notice’ is not a fine -it’sachancetoexplain why you appear not to have voted,’ Ms Fleming said.
so Icannot stress how important this is.
“Perhaps it’s not as visible, this sort of funding, this work is not as visible as ambulances ramping outsideofemergency departments, but it is equally as important.”
Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath, labelled the proposed cuts as “reckless”, yet LCHS are looking to take adifferent approach toward the government.
“We know that government is facing budget challenges, and we do know that our government in Victoria takes healthcare very seriously,” Mr Leigh said.
“We’re not criticising the government, but what we’re saying is that this is aparticularbudget decision that we believe is just not the right one at this time,and we are just asking government to listen to us on this one.”
Mr Leighbelievesmuch more can be done within the health sector, compared to the proposing cuts thatwill instead take things awayfromthe sector.
He reiterates that the community health sector could do much more with aboost, rather than a cut that puts the system in jeopardy.
“Thefundingwithin [the Medical Benefits Schedule], it’s not now enough to support good and effective primary healthcare, and the federal government needs to look seriously at [the MBS], and making it sustainable, and increasing it to a level that allows the delivery of excellent, comprehensive andaccessibleprimary healthcare,” Mr Leigh said.
‘If you respond to the notice, you are much more likely to be excused.
‘Completingand sendingthe notice backtous within the 28-day timeframe gives us achanceto consider your explanation and whether you can be excused.’
VotinginState elections is compulsory in Victoria.
TheVEC workedtomakevoting in the 2022 State Election as convenient and accessible as possible by increasing the number of early voting centres by 50 per cent (to 155), extending voting hours during the early voting period, offering telephone assisted voting for those who are blind, have low vision or aphysical disability and were unable to
vote without assistance,orpeople impacted by the Victorian floods.
The option to vote by post was also available to all electors,and adrive-throughvoting centre was offered to COVID positive voterswho were unable to vote in the last three days of the election and hadn’t voted early or applied for apostalvote before applications closed.
The VEC also sent VoterAlert reminders by SMS and email to 2.5 million enrolled voters who had provided their contact details.
Voters can sign up for VoterAlert at any time to be reminded to vote in all futurestate andlocal council elections at vec.vic.gov.au/VoterAlert
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2. What is sushi traditionally wrapped in?
3. Who played the part of ‘The Black Adder’ from the TV series of the same name?
4. Jazz and Civic aremodelsofwhich car company ?
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5. What month has 28 days?
6. Atote is what kind of accessory?
7. What Sesame Street character was the must-have Christmas toy of 1996?
8. Eve was tempted in the Garden of Eden by which animal?
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9. In what ocean would you find the Mariana Trench?
10. If Iwas in the town of Burnie, what Australian state would I be in?
11. What is the name of the musical currently playing in Melbourne that sees William Shakespeareand his wife rewrite one of his most famous plays?
12. Who won the 2022 Brownlow Medal?
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13. Thereare three James Bond movies that start with the letter ‘D’. Dr No, Die Another Day and ...?
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FOR the first time in 125 years, the historic Dargo Hotel is for sale -and ownership of ahotel is being offered to thousands of locals through crowd-sourced funding.
“When the hotel was listed for sale late last year, it was obvious that there was an opportunity to take the ownership to the community. We knew thatunderthe stewardship of locals we could take the historic DargoHotel into the future whilst preservingthe essence of theplace,” thehead of The Dargo Hotel Owners Group, Trent Hadfield, said.
Due to astrongand loyal following of about 30,000 people across their social channels, ownership of the Dargo Hotel bonds locals in an unprecedented manner.
With the support of locals, The Owners Group intends to maintain the history of the Dargo, whilst modernising operations and increasing the frequency of events and continuing to support local community organisations through donations, collaborations and fundraisers.
The purchase is for the business and property, including the Dargo Motor Inn.
The investment willbevia acrowd-sourced funding campaign (equity crowdfunding).
Investors will own shares in the company as
well as receive ownership benefits, such as an invitation to the Owners Weekend, free food for adecade and lifetime discounts.
The Owners Group is inviting everyone to get involved for as little as $400.
“We invite you to join us in investing not just in apiece of history but owning apiece of the future,” Mr Hadfield said.
For eventdetails and to registeryourinterest in owningapiece of the local pub, head to onmarket com.au/offers/dargo-hotel-eoi/
In-person information sessions were held at the Sale at the Greyhound Club yesterday (May 2) and at theBairnsdale RSL today(May 3), from 5.30pm.
An online event will be held today (May 3), scheduled so potential owners can meet one another.
The Dargo Hotel Group has partnered with OnMarket to facilitateEquity Crowdfunding and believes this rare offer may quickly become oversubscribed, therefore stressing the local communityregisterstheir interest to receivean exclusive, VIP investmentinvitation.
The Dargo HotelOwnersGroup is headed by business advisory Mr Hadfield and Aaron Patten, who has abackground in hospitality, both with strong ties to East Gippsland.
By TOMHAYES EDUCATORSinthe Latrobe
Valley will soonhave access to professionallearning resources, after the opening of ateaching academy in Moe.
The VictorianAcademy of Teachingand Learning focusses on building exemplary teaching practise and outstanding leadership in every school.
Moe’s location was the second to officially open in aregional area, as the academy now expands into rural areas.
There is planned to be seven locations throughout regional Victoria eventually, including Moe, and the already opened Geelong, Ballarat,Mildura, Shepparton, Bairnsdale and Bendigo, which will be completed later this year.
“The investment that this government is making in our teacher future and in our student future, is not adollar wasted,” the Minister for Education, Natalie Hutchins said.
“I think the investment that we're makingin this space is an extremely important one,both forfutureleadership of our schools, our future teachers yet to come, and of course the flow onto our students is extremely important.”
Each academy will be supported by local teams to then provide teachers with the same high quality professional learning, that is displayed in metropolitan areas.
This high quality learning includes the opportunity to collaborate, learn and develop new skills and educational approaches that can translate to better learning outcomes, specifically for regional and rural students.
According to the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Learning, “Research shows that high-performing systems take an intentional approach to the recognition of school teachers and aconsistent, whole-system approach to building the capability of educators through the design and delivery of quality professional learning”.
The academy holds three ambitious objectives;
To create anational benchmark for quality professional learning for educators, and to be an internationally recognised model for developing, evaluating and sharing new teaching methods;
To provide avoice to promote greater recognition for the expertise and commitment of our educators, and increase appreciation among the public for the immense positive impact that educators have in the classroom, and;
To draw on the recognised expertise of the former Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership, leading academics and globally recognised authorities, to create, deliver and increase access to professional learning.
“The leadership experience programshave been targeted based on evidence of professional learning, and are designed for Victorian school leaders,” Ms Hutchins said.
“These programs allow our schools and our school
leaders to enhance their practise through evidenceinformed inspiringprogramswithcolleagues from across the state.”
The academyoffersleadership and teaching excellence, which is researchedtobeamodelthat is successful in Finland, Canada, Hong Kong, India and Singapore.
While this academy has acertain goal, it also recognises the needs for regional locations.
Regional educators face very specific challenges compared to those in metropolitan areas, and having seven regionalacademies throughout Victoria lessens those challenges.
“In the academy’s first year, 86 principals, assistant principals and teachers from the inner Gippsland area attended an academy leadership programs in Melbourne,” Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership chief executive, Dr Marcia Devlin AM, said.
“We know that travel can be asignificant barrier to participation,but clearlyinthe inner Gippsland area thereisa commitmenttoongoingprofessional learning.
“Thereisademand for accessibleand highquality leadership focus professional learning.”
Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Harriet Shing, joined in on formalities,asthe academy officially opened.
“The newacademy is providing more teachers across Gippsland with the support and resources to help all kids to reachtheir full potential,and is avaluableway to recognise the tireless efforts of our teachersinpositivelyshaping the lives of their students,” Ms Shing said.
“Todayisabout making it clear thatour commitment to rural and regional Victoria continues, and thatwe’re determined to make surethat everychild has the opportunity to reach his or her potential.”
More information aboutthe academy can be found at academy.vic.gov.au/
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AS Mr Shajahan explained, the Fugro vessel's capabilities were extensive.
"We have acombination of CBT (computer-based testing)equipment as well as drilling equipment," he said.
"As we go out we collectactual quantitative data in terms of CBT's and samples, whichwe bring back and do the analysis, because we need to characterise the kind of geology."
The vessel can caterfor up to 500 metres of drilling simultaneously.
Seabed studies follow four years of engineering and environmental investigations on the project.
Addressing media assembled at the QUBE dock in front of the Fugro vessel, Mr Rattray described it as a"momentous day for Victoria, Gippsland and Star of the South".
"These investigations will collect critical data to drive progress on the project, and bring us another step closer to bringing offshore wind energy into the grid this decade," he said.
"Knowing what's under the seabed in this specific locationhelps ensure everything we do -fromturbine design and placement through to constructionmethods -istailored especially for this spot in Bass Strait",
Mr Buckingham said the Latrobe Valley Authority would be working closely with all stakeholders.
"It's areally good development for the industry and indeed for the region," he said.
"It's asignofthings to come. Star of the South takes its relationship with Gippsland very seriously, and it's wonderful to seethem with this confidence bringing this infrastructure in to make sure they are doing the job right.
"Our role as always will be about supporting the region through transition,quiteclearlywe can see that offshore wind will be part of that transition and so therefore, we have arole to play supporting both existing industry and also new industry, making sure people in Gippsland prosper and benefit from the change."
While not discounting the value of renewables, Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Melina Bath, said longevity and prosperity of the Gippsland region also needed to be carefully considered.
"Investmentinnew energy jobs presents an opportunity for Gippsland, however we must be active participants in such projects," she said.
"The Nationals will continue to advocate for sustainable longtermcareersfor locals, including the useoflocal expertiseinmanufacturing, engineering, construction and maintenance.
"It's fair to say our community expects more than short term, localised benefits -given the scope of the project, establishingstakeholder relationships that benefit locals in the long term will be central to its acceptance."
Star of the South is Australia's most advanced offshorewindproject, proposedtobelocatedoff the Wellington coast.
It is estimated Star of the Southwill power up to 1.2million homes when operatingatfull capacity.
Doorstop: Minister forEnergy andResources LilyD’Ambrosio addresses the mediainAgnes (near Welshpool) on Friday.
THE state government is taking the next step on the first government-owned renewable energy project underthe new State Electricity Commission (SEC).
Minister for the State Electricity Commission, LilyD’Ambrosio, haslaunched the SEC’s Pioneer Investment Mandate, which includes the project criteria forthe SEC’sfirstinvestment -tobe announced by the end of this year. The SEC has been in discussions with potential investors and renewable energy companies. The next step is to open aregistration of interest process, which will invite potential market participantstoidentify suitable renewable energy generation and storage projects across Victoria from May 2(yesterday).
The marketsearch will also help build apipeline of longer-term investment opportunities, generating jobs and investment whilehelping Victoria achieve its renewable energy targets.
The successful project must be in Victoria and contribute to the SEC’s objectives of accelerating the transition away from coal. It will supply reliable and affordable zero-emissions power to Victorian households, businesses and industries. It must deliver commercial returns and useaproven renewable energy and/or storage technology.
There is aminimum target of 100 megawatt in size, with apreference for larger capacity. Projects must begin operations and deliver electricity as soon as possible.
The government saysbringingbackthe SEC will speed up Victoria’s transition to 95 per cent renewable energygeneration by 2035, and help reach the target of net zero emissions by 2045.
The SEC will invest an initial $1 billiontowards delivering 4.5 gigawatts of power through new buildrenewableenergy and storage projects,which it says is the equivalent capacity of the 2200MW, coal-fired power station Loy Yang A, which is set to close in 2035.
The government-owned SEC's aim is to invest to accelerate Victoria’s transition to azero-emissions electricity system in partnership with the private sector and current and future government initiatives. With input from the ExpertAdvisory Panel, the SEC is developing a10-year strategic plan to inform its long-term investment mandate.
Ms D’Ambrosio said the government was bringing back the SEC to give greater state control of power supply -owned by Victorians, for Victorians. It aims to deliver more reliable and affordable energy.
“This is an exciting milestone for the SEC. We look forward to working with our partners,"she said.
Developers interested in participating in the market search can see the PioneerInvestment Mandate and register their interest at vic.gov.au/ state-electricity-commission-victoria.
DO it for Dolly Day is aday dedicated to bringing the community together, spreading kindness and uniting to take astand against bullying.
Dolly’s Dream is committed to changing the cultureofbullying by addressing the impact of bullying, anxiety, depressionand youth suicide, through education and direct support to young people and families.
The words of Dolly Everett still echo in our hearts.
“Speak, even if your voice breaks”.
These simple yet powerful words are justasrelevant today as they were when she wrote them before she left us.
One in four young Australians will experience bullying this year, and one in seven will not tell anyone, leaving more than 341,000 youngpeople suffering in silence.
Let’s come together to make adifferencetobreak the silence around bullying and ensure thatevery young person feelssafe, supported and heard.
The easiestway you can change the lives of those aroundyou in apositive wayistobekind.
Kindness is free; sprinkle it around and join with us in creating akinder and safer world for all Australia’skids and communities on Friday, May 12 at MorwellCombined Pensioners at the senior citizens centre on Maryvale crescent.
Doors open at 1.30pm and afternoon tea will commence from 2pm.
Patrons are asked to wear something blue as this was Dolly's favourite colour.
Please bring your own best or prettiest cup or mug for your chance to win aprize
Tables canbereserved, or you can just pay at the door on the day. For further information, please phone Elizabethon0414962 615 or Joyce on 0413 089 696.
PETER Bakker held the edge after winningthe finalencounter on Tuesday, April 25.
Mistakes were too frequent for Ian Hamilton.
The clever tactics did not solve major problems for Steve Ahern.
Cliff Thornton did not manage to take advantage of the opportunities offered.
Phone Ian Hamilton on 5134 1971 or Clif Thornton on 0413 330 458 for more details regarding Latrobe Valley Chess Association.
VISIT Churchill this Saturday morning (May 6) and browse the range of craft and market stalls around the shopping centre.
Plenty of items suitable as Mothers Day gifts will be on sale, both on stall tables and inside local retail stores.
Some randomly selected shoppers on Saturday morningwill win free vouchers to spend in-store at nominatedChurchill businesses. Over $300 dollars worth of shopping vouchers will be given away. There'll be free sausagesizzles on offer at either end of the central shopping centre carpark.
met with members of the Lions Club of Moe and arepresentative from Orana Senior Citizens Club for apresentationof$4000 at the LionsPark all abilities playground.
Oranasecretary Jocelyn Yeatman had been seeking funding to purchase adefibrillator for many months.
A$3000 defibrillator will be purchased, to be located on theeastern exterior wall of the Orana Citizens Club rooms in Ollerton Avenue, Newborough.
The defibrillator will be available to the general public 24 hours aday.
An amount of $1000 donated by the lodge will enable Lions Club Moe to continue maintenanceworks at Old Gippstown.
Lions club members are currently repairing stable doors at the park.
Attending the presentation were Yallourn Buffalo Lodge Chamberlain, Mike Hoskin, in full regalia, Worthy Primo Clay Dobson and Constable Cory Dobson, Lions Club Moe president Ken Bechaz, Lions Club Moe secretary Barbara Cameron, and Orana Senior Citizen’s Club secretary Jocelyn Yeatman. All are very gratefultoMike Hoskin for arranging this donation on behalf of the Yallourn Buffalo Lodge.
TRARALGONBridgeClubresultsfor April 17, 18 and 20.
Monday: 1st Barbara Brabetsand Anne Moloney 81 per cent; 2nd Fred Baxter and Anne den Houting 60 per cent.
Tuesday: N/S 1st Ken Tierney and Anne denHouting (65.83); 2nd Geoff Dixon and John Marsiglio (63.75), E/W 1st Heather Watt and Anne Howes (70); 2nd Peter Lonie and Jan Williams (64.29).
Thursday: 1st Greg Nicholson and Kaye Douglas (61.85);2nd Kay Baxter and Anne Moloney (60).
ON Sunday, April 23 agroup of 18 ridersmet at the Moe Botanical Gardens for aTRAMPS (Traralgon and Morwell Pedallers Inc.) ride to Morwell.
The ride began along the MoeYallourn Rail Trail with its beautiful avenue of treesall along the way, interesting old bridges, an awesome view of Lake Narracan, and many people outwalking;somewith their dogs, all made it apleasant start to the day.
The well-constructed track beside Waterhole Creek into Morwell is always apleasure to ride.
Arriving at the new barbecue shelter at Kernot Hall for lunch, we were able to have birthday celebrations for two of our members. Our return route along the quiet roads south of the highway took us to arelaxing finish in acoffee house in Moe.
Our next ride will be aweekendride from Traralgon to Stratfordonthe Gippsland Plains Rail Trailand return over May 6and 7.
TRAMPS welcomes new riders.
For more information,visit our website or ring club contacts Paul on 0459 823 422 or Vance on 0403 662 288.
TWO private gardens in the Latrobe Valley will be open for public viewing this weekend.
Wrennook, located in Hazelwood South, is areal inspiration afterbeing revived fromthe Black Saturday fires. Many of the beautiful trees, displaying their amazing Autumn colours, survived the fires of 13 years ago.
Say hello to our Churchill Fire Brigade volunteerscooking snags opposite the Churchill Post Office and thank them for the great job they do. Or have anti-theft vehicle numberplatescrews installedonyour car while you eat asausage in bread, all brought to youbyLVNeighbourhood
Watch volunteers in the parking area outside Churchill Newsagent. Be entertainedbymusicians at both WestPlaceand Hazelwood Village Shopping Centres, buy acoffee or cold drink and supportChurchill's localretailers, browsethe market stalls, make your Saturday shopping purchases, and maybe even win a voucher.
Marketstartsat9am and ends at 1pm.
MOE and District Cancer Council Volunteer Group recentlyheld their annual meeting
All positions for executive committee remain the same.
President: Beryl Brien
Vice president: Jan Mullins
Secretary: Linda Hall
Treasurer: Diane Toogood
In her report, the president thanked the committee members for their
ongoing support, and also our many supporters in the community. Service certificatesfor membership, have been presented to several of our members.
Australia’s BiggestMorning Tea will be celebrated on Thursday, May 18 at the Moe RSL.
Come along and enjoy acuppa,and a selection of our delicioussandwiches, slices, cakes and scones from 10am till 12 noon.
Entry is $10 per person.
We will also be holdingaraffle, and we will also be having atrading table. Look for us selling tickets for our Mother’s Day raffle in Moore Street. Our next meeting will be on Monday, May 22 from 1.30pm at the Moe RSL. Formoreinformation,phone volunteer group contact Beryl on 5127 4028 or Linda on 0427 671 780.
Cancer Council Supporters Hot Line: 1300 65 65 85 Cancer Council Help Line: 13 11 20 Quit Line: 13 78 48
AGENEROUS donationcame from theYallourn Buffalo Lodge to Orana Senior Citizens Club and Lions Club of Moe. Yallourn Buffalo Lodge members
If you are interested in learning more about bridge, pleasephone president,GregNicholson, on 0419 365 739.
WANTtolearnhow to playthe ukulele or guitar?
Ledbytotally blind ukulele teacher Phillip Chalker from Latrobe Music, classesare open to all abilities between the ages of 12 to 25.
Dates:Commencingweekly every Thursday, Starting May 4until June 22.
Time: 11am
Where: Latrobe Youth Space Morwell.
Cost: Free.
To express your interest, phone Latrobe Youth Space reception on 0484 777 972.
IF you enjoy playing cards and love achallenge, come to Morwell East Senior Citizens (Vary Street Morwell) every third Thursday of the month, for agame called Klaverjassen.
Noon start and bring your own lunch. See you there.
For more information call 0428 220 310.
The garden features sculptures and artworks created by the owners and family members,plus an enclosed orchard, substantial vegetable patch, ahobbit house and numerous areas to have apicnic. Families can enjoy a walk on akilometre-long bush track that winds through the local bush that surrounds.
Also open this weekend is Tambreet, located in Koornalla.
The tree lover will be in raptures at this garden's wide range of unusual trees,likethe American Hackberry, American Ash, Dove tree, the weeping Himalayan Cypress and Chinese Bronze Loquat, all dotted throughout the lush acreagebeside the Traralgon Creek.
Steeppaths and stepped areas along the lake lead the visitor through a wonderland of rainbow colours in autumn. Sturdy footwear is encouraged to explore this forest.
Both gardensare open from 10am to 4pm this Saturday (May 6) and Sunday, May 7.
Entry is $10 for adults, $6 for students and free for under 18s. Bookings are strongly encouraged. To book for Wrennook, head to trybooking.com/CGTXE
To book for Tambreet, head to trybooking.com/CGTYX
THE Traralgon bypass is thetop infrastructure priority for Gippsland under anew freight master plan for the region's $18 billion economy.
Heavy vehicles and truck bypassesofLeongatha and Sale, athird international airport, and the Warragul-Drouin roadsnetwork are also key projects advocated by the master plan, released recently, that has been preparedbythe Committee for Gippsland (C4G) and the Gippsland committee of Regional DevelopmentAustralia. It was formally presented to the federalMinister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, the Hon Kristy McBain.
The freight infrastructure master plan, which is for the period 2023-2028, identifies 34 priorities developed with industry feedback, including 30 infrastructure-type projects and four supporting initiatives and strategies. It supersedes the previous 2013 freight plan.
C4G chief executive, Tony Cantwell, said the plan was along-term priority of C4G, and was critical to maintaining essential services for arapidly growing and transitioning Gippsland.
The other highest priorities are major upgrades to the PrincesHighwaywest of Longwarry, including reinstatingthe 100+km/h speed limit;the Princes Highway Sale to Bairnsdale duplication; major upgradestothe Princes Highway east of Bairnsdale; major upgrades and duplication of the South GippslandHighway; and additional turnouts and sidings on the Gippsland railway line.
The supporting initiatives are developing the freight industry and workforce, improved partnerships between the freight industry and government, local road funding and investment including first and last mile, and areview of the road safety barrier guidance with industry input.
Most freight is transported on the road network, mainly the Princes (A1) and SouthGippsland Highways, but alternatives to the A1 include the C245 from north-eastern Melbourne through the Yarra Valley through Gippsland.
"This arterial road,for example,has the potential to be an additional freight route with investment made towards upgrades, passing lanes and safety works,"the plan says. The plan highlights the need for aTraralgon bypass.
"As freight volumesgrow, it is becoming an increasing point of delay and the amenity impacts on the town areworsening," it says.
Final approval of the route/alignment is being held up by the proximity to the Loy Yang mine.
"Advocacy is required to push for adecision on proximity of proposed route ASAP, or the route changed."
The plan says the long-term program for an alternate Sale truck route is under way with funding for some infrastructure. "However, the remaining elements needtobeplannedand funded,"the plan says. The plan's second priority is the100-year-oldstate managed Warragul-Drouin arterialroad network.
"It'sputting the brakes on business and industry and impacting liveability forresidents.the solution is anew arterialroad network that's better for
local business and the community," the plan says. As ahigh priority, funding is required for further planning.
While'road is king', industrysaidtherewas acriticalsupportingrole for rail, air and sea to create an integrated freightnetwork to enhance productivity.
The plan says sea freight in Gippsland could be abig winner fromeconomicdevelopments.The Barry Beach Marine Terminal at Corner Inlet, aprincipal port for the Bass Strait oil andgas sector for decades, couldbenefit from the projected
freight volumes from the offshore wind farms, together with safety risk mitigation and operational efficiencies.
To become ageneral cargo hub, the port would require amodest level of channel deepening 10 metres.
"The Barry Beach channel has been dredged on anumberofprevious occasions, most recently in 2010," the plan says.
Channel improvements would create avenues for bulk materials handling.
"Gippsland currently receives 30-40 per cent of
the 1.4 million tonnes per annum of fertiliser that is shipped into Geelong; this upgraded infrastructure would enable direct shipments and handling into Gippsland's own regional port," the plan says.
This would be an economic boost, reducing both coststoproducersand rail and road transportcongestion through the increasingly busy Melbourne corridor.
Ongoing advocacy and fundingare also required to maintain the Lakes Entrance port, critical for the fishing industry, and Port Welshpool, used for stock transfer.
The plan emphasises the need for upgrades on the highways, such as improving bridges. For example, Dyers Transport has depots in Morwell, Sale and Bairnsdale, with afleet of more than 200trucks.
One of its biggest efficiency impediments is weight limits on bridges. Dyers has 15 loads per day between Gippsland andMelbourne. If the existingHighProductivityFreightVehicles (HPFV) network was extendedalong thePrinces Highway through Gippsland, the company could lift the payload on their trucks by 11.5 tonnes.
This would allow Dyers to carry an extra 63,000 tonnes of general freight per year, equating to about $1.95 million per annum in directeconomic benefit while reducingthe number of heavy vehiclesonthe network by three trucks per day.
Athirdinternational airport is ahigh priority underthe plan,requiringongoing advocacy and funding.
"The decentralisation of congestion through Melbourne and growth away from Melbourne alone makes this apriority alogical one from a freight efficiency point of view," the plan says. "TheGippsland-centricopportunitiesinthe food andmanufacturingindustries via the airfreight efficiencies would be remarkable."
Funding is also required for upgradesat Bairnsdale, WestSale and Latrobe regional airports to support specialised freight and industry.
Connecting to the Port of Melbourne rail shuttle network to ensure rail playsabiggerrole in Gippslandfreight is akey aim of the plan. Funding is needed for afeasibility study into aGippsland line freight terminal, located to the east of Melbourne on the line, whichcan transferfrom truck to rail for transport throughMelbourne to PortofMelbourne.
The Morwell intermodalterminal and Maryvale need continued government and industry support to establish further services. Maryvale now runs only one train per day.
Similarly, the plan says the Bairnsdale intermodal terminal needsongoing government and industry support.
Other infrastructure prioritiesinclude a Bairnsdale southern alternativefreight route, Wonthaggi alternativeroute, Stratford roundabouts, the duplication of the MitchellRiver bridgeto the GreatAlpine Road at Bairnsdale,the Strzelecki and Highland Highways,aWarragul-Korumburra freightcorridor, the Phillip Island Roadcorridor, Bass Highway, and norths-south arterial links -Great Alpine Road, Monaro Highway and Benambra-Corryong Road.
The report is available at committeeforgippsland. com.au
WE arethe people’splace for our community
We arecommunity owned and community managed. We operate on the Community Development model of practice; we take a strengths and asset based approach to all of our work. We supportindividuals to grow,bring people together and develop our community’s capacity to identify and find solutions for local issues. This means we focus our energies on supporting our community to be astronger and abetter place to live in. Our program and services aredeveloped in response to the needs of the community.The program changes each termand reflects classes, workshops and social spaces our community have suggested.
MORWELL Neighbourhood House has engaged in asocial enterprise called, “A Kinder Cup” cafe and it’salready changing lives for the better.A Kinder Cup provides opportunities for people in our community,who have faced barriers, to gain some valuable on-the-job work and life experience.
Everytimeyou buy acoffee from us you are filling up someone else’scup.A portion of the proceeds from everypurchase go directly to charity at the Morwell Neighbourhood House, to help ensurestaffand volunteers can continue to supportlocal communities with their important work.
EVERYONE is welcome at the Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House and what better time to drop in for achatthanduring Neighbourhood House week.
The House is warmand welcoming, offering the perfect way to connect with your community, learnnew skills, enjoy ahobby,and meet new friends.
Thereissomething for everyone.
Youcan enjoy aclass in art, creative craft, cake decorating, creative writing, mosaics, knitting/crochet, sewing, cooking, SLR photography,Yoga, TaiChi, French, Italian, Spanish or Auslan (sign language). Courses are also offered in computers, especially for those who lack confidence and digital skills.
Serving the Valley in Hospitality training also starts in May and participants will learnall the essential skills to get ajob and gain theirRSA and Safe Food Handling certificates.
During Neighbourhood House week you can pop in to check out aclass you’reinterested in, enjoy aSoupand Sandwich community lunch, or discover Hip &Knee SurgerySurvival Tips and Tricks from someone with lived experience of successfully surviving both surgeries.
The Community lunch will be held at the VRI hall in Queens Parade at 1pm on Tuesday 9th May,whilst the Survival Tips info session is scheduled for 10.30am on Thursday 11th May
Drop in for achat during Neighbourhood House week to discover anew interest, learna newskill or meet anew friend and make sure you register for the community lunch and info session. Julie and Meagan look forwardto welcoming youat11-13 Breed Street or phone on 5174 6199.
Distinguished: Alistar McKellarrecentlybrought up 10,000deliveries forDomino’s Traralgon.
By ZAIDAGLIABNOVIC
ASTAGGERING milestone has been reached at Traralgon Domino’s, as theirresident delivery expert Alistar McKellar achieved 10,000 safe deliveries to Traralgon residents.
Mr McKellar’s tireless work to deliver your pizza fresh and on time often goes unnoticed, but he sure was noted after doing it for the ten thousandth time in five years. To commemorate the outstanding achievement, Mr McKellarwas awarded atrophy organised by the Traralgon store team Aspokesperson forDomino’ssaid“At Domino’s, ourmotto is ‘slow where it matters, fast where it counts’ which means taking the time to make each pizzacarefully and to be careful on the roads,while looking for operational efficiencies.”
“Alistar lives and breathes this belief, always ensuring every order is quickly placed in the hot cell and hustled out the door to hungry customers,” they added.
Mr McKellar said he was proud to be delivering safe, hot meals to localsinthe Traralgon community over the course of the last five years and through the pandemic.
“As adelivery expert, Ihavespent alot of time delivering Traralgon locals their favourite Domino’s pizzas,” he said.
“There are many thingsIenjoyabout being a delivery expert, but my favourite is the opportunity to brighten acustomer’s day."
When outona job, Mr McKellar aims to provide thebest service possible to his local community.
"Taking that extra minuteatthe doortoask how acustomer’s day is going really goes along way, especially at the moment,” he said.
“It’s agreat job, Ilove the community and Ilove thesmilesonthe kid’s faces when they find out they’rehaving pizza for dinner.”
The key to success as adelivery driver according to McKellar, who is also the Traralgon store’s longest serving delivery driver, is to be efficient and friendly.
“My motto is to hustle with asmile and to make
each customer interaction asafeand memorable one."
Domino’s ANZ (Australia New Zealand, not the bank) chief executiveDavid Burness is proud of the Domino’s delivery service.
"Domino’s is proud to own more than 60 years of experienceinoffering the ultimate convenience: home delivery," he said.
When asked about the difference between Domino’s delivery service compared to businesses like Menulog and Uber Eats, Mr Burness said: "Unlike many of our competitors, our business was built fordelivery.Wehave beenpreparing andsafely deliveringhot, fresh meals since the very beginning!"
"At Domino’s, we also offer flexibleworking hours -perfect for those who are looking for a casual job to earn some extra ‘dough’ while at school or studying, or something part/full time for those who are looking for afun and fast paced career.
"Finally, Domino’s Delivery Experts are not contractors, they are our employees, which means they are trained in anumberofDomino’s proactive safety measures including undertaking regular vehicle maintenance and safety checks; conducting mandatory safety training; and utilising technology like GPS Driver Tracker to monitorspeed and harshness of driving.
"Additionally, all Domino’s eBike riders are provided the relevant safety equipment like high visibility vests and helmets."
Alistar expressed his gratitude for the recognition, and said he was looking forward to continuing to serve the Traralgon community for many more years to come.
Domino’s invite the local community to congratulate Alistar on his achievement and to continue supporting their local Domino's Pizza store. If you are lucky enough to have your pizza delivered by Alistar McKellar, make sure to give him your thanks and appreciation as youknow that your pizza was delivered by aseasoned professional.
IN the two years since the easing of pandemic restrictions, the mood of many community fundraisers has changed.
For so many, these have become events in their own right where communities and visitors come together. The Yarragon Book Fair is agreat example of this trend.
Originating as asmall community fundraiser run by agroup of dedicated local people, this event has become one of the favourites for book lovers across Victoria and southern NSW.
This year’s Yarragon Book Fair will be held on May 6and 7atthe Yarragon Public Hall.
Money raised will support Yarragon Fire Brigade and Yarragon Primary School Parents Club. It enables volunteer firefighters and the school to purchase vital equipment to better serve their local community.
YarragonFire BrigadeMember and bookfair coordinator, Geoff Conway said brigade and school volunteers have gathered and sorted ahuge stockpile of books to suit every reader.
“Donations of books by local residents as well as charitygroupsfrom across Eastern Victoria have helpedtoensure we can offer amazingquality books at afraction of ‘new' prices," he said. "Paperbacks are priced from $1, hardcovers $2, and children's books are $5 for abag or box.
“Last year the Yarragon Book Fairtookona different look and feel to previous events. This was to accommodate the very important pandemic protections we have all come to understand and apply.
“These arrangementswillcontinue this year and we have worked hard to ensureaCOVID-safe
book fair for the many supporters and organisers."
Mr Conway said all book donors and the regular crowds of visitorstoYarragon who attend and supported the book fair with purchases and donations were greatly appreciated.
“This fundraiser has been amassivecontributor to our fire brigade, and the success of local volunteer fire fighters in protecting life and properties across the region,” he said.
“It’s also apositive event for local traders who have always been very supportive.
“Our partners in the running of the event, the Yarragon Primary School Parents Club, have added agreat sense of fun. The parents, students andstaff from the school bring amazing energy to therunning of the book fair, which has generated wonderful bonds within our community.
“Weurgeeveryone to mark the weekend of May 6and 7ontheir calendars for atrip to Yarragon. Make sure you catch this fun event at Yarragon Public Hall, and help spread the word."
With all new stock at great prices, patrons can grab abargain for everymember of the family,with paperbacks and hardcovers of every genre on sale across the weekend.Because the space available is limited, tables are being restocked continuously. Mr Conway noted that many peoplemakea point of comingtoboth days of the book fair to see what new stock has been brought out over night on Saturday.
Doors open at 8am.
Yarragon Public Hall is located in Campbell Street, 50 metres from the PrincessHighwayand an easy strolltothe shops, cafes and galleries in Yarragon Village.
By ZAIDAGLIBANOVIC
COWWARR born musical legendHarry
Hook (harry hook is real) teamed up with Australian country music icon Kasey Chambers to release the snake song last recently.
The song is acatchy tune, with each verse telling aseparate story of the Australian experience living in the bush.
The hook hasthat nurseryrhyme feel and after listening to it, you’ll be singing it.
Formerly performing as Harry Hookey, his debut album ‘Misdiagnosed’ was nominated for a2014 ARIA Award for Best Blues &Roots Album and the artist has previously won the prestigious International Song Writing Competition. Hismusic is influenced by country, folk, and blues, emphasising the story. Hook graduated from Melbourne University in 2012 with aLaw degree. At school, he found opportunitiesto open for the likes of Ash Grunwald, Tim Rogers, Doc Neeson, and Busby Marou. Then, Hook chose alifeofmusic and creativityover one in acourtroom. Mr Hook, now 34, has been in the music game for awhile,having performed in Kasey Chambers' studio bands, and has also opened for Lucinda Williams, Paul Kelly and Ryan Bingham,tomention afew more.In 2018,hereturned to Gippsland from astint in Nashville to begin work on anew solo project as an independent artist.
Formally known as Harry Hookey, he now performs under the name ‘Harry Hook is real’due to label complications It just so happens that whenthe artist married ABC Gippsland breakfast show host, formerly Mim Cook, the pair decided to merge their last names into ‘Hook’.
Before he broke out intothe music scene, the artist grew up in the little township of Cowwarr.
Attending Cowwarr Primary School,
he always had alove for music. Mr Hook, beingtiedtothe town havinghis first-ever gig at the Cowwarr Cricket Club Hotel, hasalwaysespoused his love for his home in Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley in his songs.
Speaking to the Express,MrHook said he uses his experience to influence his song writing.
“I try to put as muchGippsland in my songsaspossible. This is obviously the reason that inspires me the most …I reallywant it to feel like lived experience.”
“I grew up in Cowwarr,sosnakes were always on the property out there, snakes have always been around in my life. There would be four snakes living underneath the floorboards, so I’ve always been fascinated by snakes.”
For Mr Hook, the snake song was to fillthe snake-size void in Australian country music, and to appreciate our native wildlife.
“This song came to me, as Ithought we havesongs about kangaroos We haveKookaburra Sits in the old Gumtree. There are Blinky Bill songs about koalas,but Idon’t reckon there’s been aquintessential Australian snake song,and yet they’resuch abig part of our fauna,” he said.
Harry Hook said how nice it was to collaboratewithChambers after so manyyears followingthe pair’ssplit afterthey broke up. Luckily for fans, the two have buried the hatched to release this catchy track.
“I’ve toured with [Kasey Chambers], and herbrother used to manage me, you know,things happen …breakups, but enough time has passed,and we were keen to work on anew project. I had this song sitting on the shelf; it’s got that …old-school country folk feel withthe banjoand stuff,and Iwanted astrong female harmony on it, and I mean, for that style of music, Ithink Kasey is the preeminent Australian voice,” he said.
Mr Hook returned to Gippsland after
time in Nashville, and now lives in Sale with his wife and two children.
“It might seem an odd choice to come back from aplace likeNashville which is like the Mecca of country music, to Gippsland,consideringIwanted to have anew career in music," he said.
“I found in Nashville, there are heaps of people doing it; you’re not really different there …there is abig line to get any kind of opportunity, and it just kind of dawnedonmeone night …my spot was at like3am.”
At that moment, Mr Hook realised he wanted to go back home.
“I was like -Icouldwait in the longest lineinthe world andhope to break through or Icould go home and build something organically in the place I love and create something cool here,” he said.
The idea of sharing the local Australian experience motivatesMr Hook more than any of the foreign opportunities like that in Nashville.
Mr Hook’s third solo album, abeast is me,will be released on June 3, 2023.
Proud of his upcoming album full of local artists, Mr Hook says there is no talent shortage in Gippsland.
“As we continue to develop and nurture the music scene, Ithinkthe musicalculturehere is just goingto grow, and we are going to getsome cool original stuff out of Gippsland,” he said.
When asked what advice he would givetothe young localartists of the local community, he said the best asset an artist can have is originality.
“Nurture that partofyourself, whatever it is that makes you original and uniquefollow that and lean into that you’ll feel like you’re pushing abolder up ahill, but just keep going,” he said.
The artist has amassed 13,250 monthly listeners on Spotify, with 'the snake song' reaching nearly 5000 streams on Spotify.
By TOMHAYES,ZAIDAGLIBANOVIC AND LIAM DURKIN
THOUSANDS of local residents were up early on Tuesday, April 25 to pay their respects on ANZAC Day.
People from across the Latrobe Valley gathered at cenotaphs around the region for traditional dawn services, before lining the streets of various towns to see veterans, their families, and those currently serving in the defence force march proudly on the most sacred day on the Australian calendar.
The significance of the day is never lost on anyone, regardless of generation, with the ANZAC legacy and spirit livingonaspartofthe Australianstory. There was at least one major difference to previous ANZAC Day services, with this being the first time in more than 60 years, God Save The King was performed.
THE Gippsland Memorial Park held aspecial ANZAC Day service, which was their biggest turnout to date.
Over thelast couple of years, Gippsland Memorial Park (GMP) held services to honour fallen soldiers from wars.
But thisyearwas muchmoreorganised, with more advertisement and more preparation involved, the service was well-attended and respected by all. The laying of the wreaths took place beneath the plaques where the crowd stood, while the service continued.
Before and after the service,people wereable to pay their respects to rested family and friends while at GMP.
The Last Postwas read aloud andaminute silence took place, before the Australian National Anthem was sung to the crowd. Thanks went out to those involved in preparing theday, andthose who maintainthe GMP each andevery week.
After the services, people were able to grab a drink and an ANZAC biscuit, socialise with others and pay their respects.
GMP hopes to continue this new tradition, as it is seemingly growing each year.
ANZAC Day can mean alot to different people, but it is anational day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates those who served and died in wars.
HUNDREDS of locals braved the cold weather for Traralgon’s Dawn Service on the morningof ANZAC Day.
The traditional ceremony was well-attended after past years of COVID forced locals to pay respects within restrictions.
Between5.30am and 6am, hundreds of people parked around the town and flocked to the Traralgon cenotaph for the early morning service.
The fog was still clearing as the numbers rolled in, listening respectfully as the sun rose over the town.
I’m not sure if it was the chilled weather or the renditionofThe LastPostthat gave me goose bumps, but hearing it aloud is aspecial moment.
As veterans laidwreaths and paid their respects, the silentnature of the crowd was once again bone-chilling.
Soon after, the streets were back to their quiet self, as people set off to celebrate ANZAC Day however they like, whether that be visiting more services or going to the footy.
THE earliest of the dawn serviceswas seen in Morwell.
Morwell RSL began its service at 5.45am, with attendees braving the chilly morning to lay wreaths and reflect as the Last Post rang out.
At the commemoration ceremony later in the day, acrowd touching the 1000 mark heard from ex-AustralianRegular Army, David O'Reilly, taking to the podium as guest speaker.
Morwell RSL vicepresident Don Fuller, who servedalongside Mr O'Reilly, took over being master of ceremonies for the day, in place of president Wayne Hutchinson.
Mr Hutchinson wasundertaking theexperience of alifetime,walking the KokodaTrack. This particular walk carried even more poignancy, as Mr Hutchinson'sgroup completedtheir trekon ANZAC Day.
Back in Morwell, the service saw Sue Townsend perform the Australianand New Zealand national anthems, while Morwell Citizens Band member Tina Thompson was given the honour of playing the Last Post.
Mr Fuller thanked those for coming to Morwell, in what wasa strong showing thatthe ANZAC tradition was indeed strong.
"It was really good, Iwould estimate there was 500 turnout here this morning, which is marvellous," he said.
"There is alot of young kids coming along with their parents, so the ANZAC tradition isn't dead.
"We, the younger breed coming through now, the guysthat didn't go to Vietnambut have been to Somalia, Afghanistan, Iraq we're the new ones coming through, without us maintaining that tradition of what ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day is all about -we'll die, and we will never ever die."
Local MP Martin Cameron had his first ANZAC Day as the Member for Morwell, and paid tribute to the work of RSLs in his electorate.
"It has been fantastic to see the response of the public after afew year's off with COVID, to come out andpay our respects to ourservicemen and
women both present and past," he said.
"Having the schools come along to lay their wreaths and learn about what is goingon. no matterwhere youwere throughout the Latrobe Valley, whichever service you went to, they were well represented."
Moe (Zaida Glibanovic)
CLOSE to 1000 people arrived early at Moe RSL to pay their respects on ANZAC Day.
Beginning at 6am, people lined all along Albert Street in beanies and puffer jackets, solemnly remembering those who made the greatest sacrifice Matilda Hillbrick, aYear 7student from Trafalgar High School, graced the crowd with an eloquent and personal speech.
As adaughter of aservice woman,Matilda expressed her gratitude to those who serve, having to miss their childrens birthdays, milestones and netball games in the name of protecting our country.
Matilda spoke of her personal connection to the ANZACs being a“great-granddaughter of asoldier, asoldier who made the ultimate sacrifice”.
President of Moe RSL,SteveMayes, who was the master of ceremonies, reflected on hisown personal experience with the ANZAC legacy.
“I was with adepot out here at Yallourn where we trained young recruits and basically got them on their way,” he said.
“I had agrandfather that served in the First World War,and my father served in the Second World War.
“My father’sarmy service was quite extraordinary;born in 1923 and was in the Middle East in 1940, so he was 17-years-old.”
Mr Mayes saidthe day was“ratherspecial for him” and was impressed by the turnout to honour our serving and fallen heroes.
TYERS’ main road was full as locals flocked by foot to the community hall as the town’s 20th Anzac Day service began at 7.45 am.
Hundreds of onlookers came to pay theirrespects, withMemberfor Morwell,Martin Cameron, and Latrobe City CouncillorsDan Clancy,Dale Harriman and Tracie Lund in attendance.
Traralgon City Band played ahymnaccompanied by SophieBray, and with the help of the band, Tyers Primary School students performedAdvance Australia Fair.
The guest speaker, Brian Soall, aformer sergeant of the Australian Army, spoke of the mateship he formed with thoseheservedwith, and paidhis respects to those no longer with us.
Australian Light Horse mounted soldiers were in attendance. The Australian Light Horse was a skilledformationofthe Australian Imperial Force (AIF) mounted infantry who fought at Gallipoli.
After the ceremony, those at the Tyersservice enjoyed fresh baconand egg sandwiches in the community hall.
THEsun shonebrightly above the Yallourn North
cenotaph as the town featured one of the biggest ANZAC Day crowds.
Students at Yallourn North PrimarySchool were busyinpreparationfor ANZACDay, crocheting red poppies to adorn the memorial footpath and learning the New Zealand national anthem for an impressive performance at the ceremony.
Councillor Graeme Middlemiss, who was the guestspeaker, spoke on behalf of Latrobe City Council; he touched on the importance of ANZAC Day in commemorating Diggers’ sacrifice, and mentioned the conflict in Ukraine and how freedom should not be taken for granted.
Lowanna College students, Gemma Webb, Year 9and JakeKeily, (Year 8), laid awreathonbehalf of the school and spoke at the event.
Councillor Tracie Lund appreciated Valley residents who flockedtotheir local ceremonies in the hundreds.
“What we are seeing is our communities are really embracing the spirit of ANZAC Day and want to celebrateand acknowledge our fallen soldiers and our current serving members as well,” she said.
“It’s really greattosee so many people, and in our small communities, so manypeoplecoming out for ANZAC Day ceremonies, and Ithink what is great is the camaraderieyou see around each event.
“All the events I’ve been to today, we’ve had our young peoplesinging or speaking, and Ithink that’s areally powerful way for us to keep the legacy of ANZAC going.”
by Joanne Madeline Moore
May1 -May 7, 2023
Aries Prosperity planet Jupiter is jumping through your sign until May 16 This lucky placement only happens every 12 years, so make the most of it while it’s still around! Jupiter also links up with peace-loving Venus, so confidence and cooperation will take you far Be inspired by birthday great, iconic movie star Audrey Hepburn: “Always be a first-rate version of yourself ” Friday night’s Lunar Eclipse highlights dreams, sex, secrets and intrigue
Taurus It’s time to enjoy the simple pleasures of life! This week Venus (your patron planet) connects with generous Jupiter so you’ll be at your creative, compassionate and playful best In the words of birthday great actress Audrey Hepburn: “Enjoy the day to the hilt The day as it comes People as they come ” But there is also a tendency to eat too much rich, sweet food and spend too much time sitting on the sofa So, try to balance enjoyment with action
Gemini Vivacious Venus is visiting your s Gign, so your funny, flexible and gregarious Gemini side will be on display Do your best to get must-do, routine tasks out of the way early in the week then you can enjoy the activities that really make your heart sing Be inspired by birthday great actress and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn: “I believe, every day, you should have at least one exquisite moment ” But Mercury is still retrograde so slow down and plan carefully
Cancer Have you been hibernating in your cosy Crab cave? With mighty Mars charging through your sign (until May 20) it’s time to be bold rather than brooding, and proactive rather than reactive Do your best to initiate positive changes and get your body moving! Spend some quality time in nature and – if you ’ re lucky enough to have one –then get out and potter in the garden As birthday great Audrey Hepburn observed: “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow”
Leo Venus and Jupiter boost creativity and enthusiasm, as you pursue your goals for the future But you must be adventurous and morph from a cautious Cat into a brave Lion! It’s time to let go of a perceived failure that has been holding you back If you learn from your mistakes, then you can finally move forward Loved ones will help you along the way Your motto is from birthday great, Audrey Hepburn: The best thing to hold onto in life is each other”
Libra Libra is the zodiac sign that rules appearance aesthetics fashion cosmetics and personal pampering And Friday night’s Lunar Eclipse urges you to look for the inner beauty in yourself – and other people So here are some beauty tips from actress Audrey Hepburn (who was born on May 4 1929): “For beautiful eyes look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone
Scorpio Stubborn Scorpios can hold onto gru pdges and find it hard to forgive and forget But this week the Lunar Eclipse lights up your sign – Mercury is reversing through your relationship zone, and Venus links up with Jupiter So, it s time to be extra kind and compassionate towards family and friends As birthday great Audrey Hepburn wisely said “People have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed and redeemed; never throw out anyone
Sagittarius Jupiter (your power planegt) makes a fabulous aspect to Venus, so a unique opportunity could come out of the blue Don’t procrastinate and drag your heels, Sagittarius You need to make hay while the sun shines and strike while the iron is hot!
Be inspired by birthday great, actress Audrey Hepburn: “Opportunities don’t often come along When they do, you have to grab them ” But Mercury is still retrograde, so don’t over-promise and then underdeliver
Capricorn Mercury is still in retrograde modep(until May 15) so there could be a misunderstanding with a child teenager or work colleague Do your best to keep the situation in perspective Look to your trusted circle of loved ones for comfort and support It s time to nurture and appreciate your best pals, as the Lunar Eclipse lights up your peer group zone As birthday great Audrey Hepburn reminds us: “True friends are families which you can select ”
Aquarius
The Sun and retrograde
Merqcury activate your family zone, so home is where the heart is this week Even though you may be faced with a frustrating domestic problem, be thankful for the relatives who nurture and support you As birthday great Audrey Hepburn said, “I may not always be offered work, but I’ll always have my family”
The Lunar Eclipse stirs your restlessness on the weekend, so try to escape on a grand adventure in the great outdoors
Virgo
Do you have to be so virtuous
Virgog , and such a stickler for doing things the right way? This week (with Mercury still in retrograde mode) resist the urge to be sombre and serious Try to find the sweet spot between being overly organised and occasionally spontaneous, as you have fun AND get a lot done
Heed the wise words of movie star Audrey Hepburn (who was born on May 4, 1929): The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy”
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Pisces This week’s stars increase your Piscean tendency to blurt things out and spread secrets So, think before you speak! When it comes to a recalcitrant relative or an annoying neighbour, be more diplomatic as you build bridges and let bygones be bygones And don’t let negative self-talk hold you back Be inspired by actress and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn (who was born on May 4 1929): “Nothing is impossible The word itself says ‘I’m possible’!”
CopyrightJoanne Madeline Moore 2023
Learning: Liara’screation made as partofher STEM class investigation.
Ears: Blair and her Easterbonnet activity. EASTERcelebrations at Sacred HeartSchool, Morwell started in the morning with an Easter Bonnet Parade hosted by both the seniorand junior classes.
All children had an opportunity to create their own Easter bonnet at school.
The juniors did this as part of an investigation in STEM about the usefulness of hats. They tested hats for being waterproof and for their ability to shade from the sun. They then created their own
hats for the parade.
Parents were invited to the school for the parade then for ahot cross bun morning tea, which was followed by apresentation of the Stations of the Cross.
The Grade 5/6 students retold the story as one of the rich tasks focussed on in their religious education study, drawn from the big idea ‘identity’. At the conclusion of the celebrations, the school raffle was drawn with many prizes on offer.
MAYFAIR WITCHES
ABC TV, Friday, 9 15pm
Spellbinding Gothic New Orleans architecture seriously spooky visions and a deep sense of foreboding headline this adaptation of Anne Rices LivesoftheMayfairWitches Set in the same supernatural narrative universe as the record-breaking Interview withtheVampire(and premiering alongside it on ABC TV tonight) the series follows young ambitious neurosurgeon Rowan Fielding (Alexandra Daddario, pictured, TheWhiteLotus) as she begins to experience phenomena she cannot explain and sets out to discover her true lineage as the unlikely heir to a family of witches In The Witching Hour Rowan examines her medical history for answers
ABC TV Plus, Sunday, 8.30pm
In this series, charming journalistand documentarian Louis Theroux turns his uniqueprobingstyle to the UK’s biggestcelebrities. With exclusive access to pokeabout their lives, he gets up close and personal in the way only he can. Inthispenultimate episode, Theroux spends timewith Canadian comedian, actor and writer Katherine Ryan (pictured with Theroux), stepping intoher London home forano-holds-barred conversation about life.
Seven, Monday, 7.30pm
Thenew King andQueen havebeen crowned andnow it is time to celebrate Aday after the coronation, thefestivities continue with this musical event at Windsor Castle. Theconcert is one of severaleventscelebrating King CharlesIII’s historic ascension to the throne and will see musical icons and contemporarystars, including Andrea Bocelli, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Take That,perform. Theconcert will alsoincludethe event “Lighting Up the Nation”, in which iconic locations across theUKwillbeilluminated by projectionsand other light shows.
ABC TV Plus, Tuesday, 9.30pm
Canadian actress Annie Murphy endeared herself to audiences as Alexis Rose the ditzy daughter with aheart of gold in Schitt’sCreek.Inthis new genrebreaking series, Murphy plays Allison –a woman who lives in two worlds.In one, Allison is a downtrodden sitcom wife, the wet blanketinthe jovial life of husband Kevin (EricPetersen); in another,a wife outfor revenge againsta misogynistic husband in adark drama. Tonight’sdouble episode sees Kevin involved in thehijinks of preparing fora chilicook-off,while Allison reveals her murderous plan toneighbour Patty (MaryHollisInboden).
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8.30 TheWeekly WithCharlie Pickering (PG) Asatirical newsprogram.
9.05 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe (MA15+l) Broden helps Mark kick his addiction.
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8.35 Brian Cox: HowThe Other Half Live (M) Part 2of2.Brian Cox sets out to learn whether theAmerican dream is amyth or areality
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11.05 Crime Investigation Australia: MostInfamous: The Family Murders. (MA15+av,R)
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8.30 Footy Classified (M) Hosted by Eddie McGuire, MatthewLloyd, Jimmy Barteland DamianBarrett.
9.30 MOVIE: Edge Of Tomorrow. (2014,Mlv,R)Areluctant soldier relives the same day.Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt.
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6.30 TheProject. Alook at the day’snews andevents
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Amateur cooks compete. 8.40
SVU. (Ma)The search for asuspect whoisdrugging women’s drinks leads the unit to Muncy’sbrother
9.40 Fire Country (PGav) An internal investigator suspects Jakeofbeing the seria arsonistwho has been setting recent fires. 10.40 Bull (Mv,R)Bull triesto bring downadrug lord.
11.30 TheProject. (R)
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6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story
(R) 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show.(R) 11.00
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2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.00 AntiquesRoadshow.(R) 5.00
Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
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7.30 7.30 Presented by SarahFerguson.
8.00 Foreign Correspondent. (Final) International affairs program.
8.30 Grand DesignsNew Zealand. TomWebster meetsTony Hodge who decided to build on abush clad site on WaihekeIsland.
9.20 Miriam &Alan: Lost In Scotland: Lost In Scotland. (Ml, R) Part 3of3
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HostedbyNamila Benson
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7.30.(R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Mother Tongue. 9.25 MakeMeA Dealer.(R) 10.15 Paddington Station 24/7.(PGa, R) 11.05 Icons. (PGav,R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 DestinationFlavour ChinaBitesize. (R) 2.10 Secrets To Civilisation. (PGav,R) 3.10 Mastermind Aust. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS WorldNews.
7.35 TheMurdochs: EmpireOf Influence:Family Ties. (M)Rupert’s succession plans getupended.
8.30 Asking ForIt. (Malnsv) Part 3of3 Takesa look at whatneeds to be done to get the messaging right on consent education.
9.30 Miniseries: Conviction:The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. (MA15+) Part 3 of 3. The court case begins with Duwayne Brooks’ retelling of thefatal attack.
10.30 SBS World NewsLate.
11.00 Catch And Release. (Premiere, Mal)
11.50 Beneath TheSurface. (MA15+ads, R)
4.25 Mastermind Australia. (R)
4.55 Destination FlavourScandinaviaBitesize. (R)
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5.30 ANC PhilippinesThe WorldTonight.
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7.00 Home And Away (PG) Mac’smates rally aroundher
8.30 TheFront Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher takea lighter look at all things AFL
9.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Auditions continue as weird,wacky andwonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges.
10.55 TheLatest: SevenNews.
11.25 FantasyIsland. (Ma) Javier opens up to Roarke
12.25 Black-ish. (PGa) Pops and Ruby announce they aremoving out.
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12.55 My France With Manu: BrittanyPt2 (PG, R) Part 2of2
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7.30 RBT. (Ml, R) Followsthe activities of police units.
8.30 Paramedics (Mam,R)
Aflight paramedic responds to a crash where asinglemum has gone off abridge and into water.
9.30 EmbarrassingBodies. (MA15+dmns) Dr Anand Patelmeets a mum whose consistent abscessesinher mouthhavelefther in constant agony
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11.00 A+EAfter Dark. (MA15+lm, R)
11.50 New Amsterdam. (Mdm)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop.(R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’sVoice Of Victory.(PGa) 4.30 ACurrent Affair.(R) 5.00 News EarlyEdition. 5.30 Today
6.30 TheProject. Alook at the day’snews and events
7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Contestants must raid Shannon Bennett’sfridge to createthe tastiest dish in 45 minutes.
8.40 TheBridge. (Mls, R) Using nothing but their bare hands and basic tools, 12 strangers have17daystobuild a330m bridgetoanisland. Theymust build it together,but only one of them can cross andclaim the$250,000 prize
10.10 Law&Order: SVU. (Masv, R) Apopular fighter goes missing.
11.00 TheProject. (R) Alook at the day’snews and events
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1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
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7.30 Gardening Australia.
Advice forthe home gardener
8.30 Traces. (MA15+a) Twosuspects derail theinvestigation as McKinven and Sarah are consumed by their feelings.
9.15 Mayfair Witches (Premiere, Mals)
An intuitiveyoung neurosurgeon suspects she may possess supernatural abilities.
10.10 InterviewWith The Vampire (Premiere, MA15+s)
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12.50 Smother. (Mal, R)
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7.35 Supertunnels. Alook at three vast tunnel projects.
8.30 Robson Green’sBritish Adventure: TheDeveron And TheSpey. Part 2of4.Robson Green and Jim Murray head north on the hunt for Atlantic salmon.
9.25 Exploring Northern Ireland. (PGl, R) Part 4of4
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10.50 Darkness: Those WhoKill. (MA15+av)
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7.30 Football AFL.Round 8. Carlton vBrisbane Lions.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion andinterviews.
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12.00 What TheKiller Did Next: NormaBell. (Mav,R) Hosted by Philip Glenister
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7.30 Escape To TheChateau. Thefamily headsoutside armed with ametal detector
8.30 My King Charles. (PGas) The untold story of King Charles III, revealed by close friends, including those that have neverspoken before
10.30 Meet TheRoyals: WhenThe MiddletonsMet TheMonarchy.
(PG)A look at therealties of the royalorbit.
11.35 TheFirst48: In A Lonely Place. (Mv,R)
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8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) Followsdispatchers and paramedicsworking forNSW Ambulance’s Sydney operations.
9.30 TerritoryCops (Mv, R) Detectives are at the scene of aserious crash that has one womancritically injured.
10.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal,R) Paramedics arecalled to abombthreat.
11.30 TheProject (R) Alook at the day’snews and events.
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Skippy TheBush Kangaroo.(R)
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1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
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MORWELL has made life hard for itself.
Although it is only Round 4, the Tigers are now pushingthe proverbial uphill to stay in the huntfor finals.
Morwelllost what couldbeviewed as a virtual elimination final to Warragul, going down 13.3 (81) to 10.11 (71).
The Tigers were slow out of the blocks at home, and trailed 4.1 (25) 0.4 (4) at quarter time.
Warragul came into the match off the back of consecutive 90-point losses, but with their tails up early, it provided an instant confidence booster.
For Morwell, it was the absolute worst thing that could have happened, and as they weretofindout -anunderdog withthe sniff of an upset is adangerous beast.
The Tigers hit back in the second term,
adding five goals of their own to lead by seven points at the main break.
Having registered more than twice as manyscoringshots, Morwell wouldhave had reason to feel as though they would run away with the contest.
The Gulls however proved what Morwell could do,they couldaswell,kicking five goals in the third to take a10-point lead with 20 minutes to play.
Now it was absolutely do-or-die for Morwell
Both teams kicked three goals in the final term, meaning the fulltimemarginremained the same as the one at the previous break.
Aidan Quigley wasindustrious for the Tigers, alongwith Max Linton, Cody Macdonald, BoydBailey,BrandonBailey (in his first game for the season on return from injury) and Cohen Campbell.
Nick Mulqueenkicked three goals for Warragul in abest afielddisplay. Others to play well were James Davidson, Patrick Mulqueen, Liam Sumner, Sean Masterson and Patrick Ireland.
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The result leaves Morwell at 1-3 and seventh on the ladder -aless than desirable position for ateam looking to replicate its finals qualification from last season. Granted the season is still in its infancy, and there areoften surprises thistime of year, there could be more questionsthan answers coming out of the Tiger’s camp. Withthis loss following atotal obliteration against Traralgon the week before, firstyear coach Boyd Baileymay well be sharing similar feelings to former Richmond coach Danny Frawley, who once held an air compressor above hishead and proclaimed he was “under the pump”.
Perhaps of most pressing concern for Morwell is how ateam that consisted of 15 players at the weekend that played in afinal last year, plus quality inclusions such as Brandon Bailey (VFL experience), Quigley (who played in aVFL premiership last season), and prized recruit Adam Braendler, now find themselvesinthe positionthey are.
TRARALGON won on the road.
The Maroons made the trip to Drouin, and came away with a19.18 (132)to 13.10 (88)victoryafterleading at every change.
Granted it is Autumn, the match was very high-scoring for agame at Drouin, aground which visiting teams have often found it tough to win at.
Speaking of tough, the Hawks again showed why they will be atough team to take points off in season 2023.
Although Drouin is still yet to win a game, they have kicked 13, 14 and 14 goals in each of theirlastthreematches.
This makes the Hawks adangerous propositionfor teams to come, especially if they aren’t given enough respect.
The Maroons won’t have to worry about Drouin until Round 10 for now, following their 44-point win.
Midfielder Tom Schneider was best on for the victors, followed by youngster Tom Hamilton back from board-holding duty.
Tye Hourigan continued his strong form, as did Brett Eddy who kicked six goals.
ARE we seeing the greatest Gippsland football teamofall timeright before oureyes?
Leongathamadeanabsolute mockery of the Grand Finalrematch againstSale, defeating the Magpies by 132 points.
Yes, 132 points. The final score was 27.13 (175) to 6.7 (43).
Leongatha showed off in front of their home crowd, saving the best for last with 10 goals in the final term.
By the end of the game, they had set three new league records.
The Parrots’ final score beat their previous best against Sale, which had stood since 1979.
The winningmargin also bettered the 121-point flogging handed to the Magpies in 2016; and youngster Jenson Garnham, who finished with 11 goals, broke the previous best of nine set by Glen Thorson in 1988.
Absolute carnage.
Ahigh-scoring opening term saw eight goals kicked between the two teams. As the gamewore on however, only one team ended up doing the scoring.
It is not every day you kick eight goals and have to play secondfiddle,but that is exactly what happenedtoParrot forward Jack Ginnane.
Having kicked 11 the previous week, Ginnane has certainly come back with abang following his much publicised eight-week suspension.
Leongatha added 11 goals to two either
side of halftime, as players such as Aaron Heppell, Cade Maskell, Luke Bowman and Tom Marriott ran riot.
ShannenLange, Jack McLaren, Adam Wallace, Liam Place, Hudson Holmes and Lachie Ronchi battled manfully for the visitors, but found the Parrots harder to face than off spinners on Stick Cricket
While Sale only had 11 of their Grand Final players available,there can be no sugar coating aloss of this proportion.
The manner in which Leongatha destroyed them sent aserious statement to the rest of the competition, and put everyone on notice in the process.
By all reports, the Parrots played at their absolute peak, with some present at Leongatha RecreationReserve quipping it was the best football they have seen from a country team.
Possibly the onlysad note forthe green and gold has beenthe sudden retirement of Josh Hopkins. The small forward played the first three games of the season before deciding to hang up theboots.
Leongatha’s winning streak now sits at 32. If they win every game from now until the end of the home and away season, they will break the league record of 45 held by Maffra between 2003 and 2005.
Granted it is very difficult to compare eras, but bearing in mind Maffra’s run coincided with atimewhenthere was only seven teams in the competition,itcould mean Leongatha are now justifiably in the conversation of greatest ever team.
That Sale making thegrannyprediction isn’t looking too good at the moment.
Others to play well for Traralgonwere Sam Hallyburton and Connor Ambler. Tom Evans, Clayton Kingi, Xavier Kinder, Harry Wans, Seb Amoroso and Will Papley did agood job for Drouin.
WONTHAGGI got back on the winners list.
The Power put an indifferent fortnight behind them, defeatingMaffra in comprehensivefashion 15.18 (108) to 4.4 (28).
Making the trip overthe hill, Wonthaggi entered the match with consecutive losses undertheir belt, but left with victory and astabilising 2-2record.
The visitors did not let theiropponents in at any stage, keeping them to just one goal until three quarter time.
Coach Jarryd Blair was best for the winners, and received good support from Shannon Bray, Tom Davey, Jakeb Thomas, Troy Harley and Tim Knowles.
Best for Maffra were Danny Butcher, AlexCarr, Zach Felsbourg, Brayden Monk, Daniel Bedggood and James Read.
BY LIAM DURKIN
MOE doubled their opponent’s score.
The Lions returned to Ted Summerton Reserve for the first time in three weeks, and defeated Bairnsdale 14.16 (100) to 7.8 (50).
Moe overcame an indifferent start, and in agame thatneverreached any great heights, hadthe game pretty well under control by halftime.
The home side addedsix goals to two behinds in the second term, to lead by 33 points at the main break.
Afurther five goals to one in the third blew the margin out to 58 points at three quarter time.
Frustrationwas evident for Bairnsdale, especially when playing-coach Logan Austin gave away afree kick for umpire dissent after asking "how is that notchoppingthe arms?" following akick-in that ledtoaMoe goal to veteran Tom Long.
Long ended up being one of 11 goal kickers for the Lions, which included James Blaser, who heads into this week sitting on 199 senior goals.
Blaser was among the best players, as was new recruit Tyler Pratt, Brock Smith, Ben Morrow, Scott van Dyk, and coach Declan Keilty.
Bairnsdale was given an old-fashionedrev up at three quarter time, and told to "show abit of spirit" in the last.
The Redlegsmanaged to do this to an extent, outscoring Moe four goals to two, however by about halfway through the last quarter,the intensity had
dropped right off and both sides looked content to just run the game out.
Ethan East was best on ground for the visitors, and received goodsupportfrom Will Mitchell, RickyTatnell, Kieran Vickery, Tate Clay and
BY JOHN CARDONA
MOE UNITED senior men backed up its win over previously undefeatedMorwell Falcons, whenthey demolishedSaleUnited 9-1atMoe on Saturday night.
Moestamped their ascendancy over Sale after only three minutes in Round 6ofthe Latrobe Valley Soccer League, when arun up the right wing saw Oscar Sceney's inch perfect cross find Connor
O'Hanlon,who neatly headed the ball into the net. Fiveminutes later, it was2-0 whenadreadful clearance by the Sale keeper fell to Riley Winkleman, who seized on the chance to slot the ball into the empty net.
O'Hanlon made it 3-0 after 25 minutes when a penetrating run through the Sale defence saw him hammer his shot past the Swans keeper.
He repeated the effort minutes later, making no mistake to see the score 4-0, completing afirst half hat-trick in the process.
Moe went up 5-0 shortlybeforethe halftime
Link McKenna.
With Bairnsdale accustomed to the wide open expanses of their home ground, they looked to go at an ultra-fast tempo for most of the game at Ted Summerton Reserve.
While their efforts to attack were commendable, it meantthey were very susceptible to getting scored against, especially against aquality Moe defence that only let in one goal either side of halftime.
Moe captain Jacob Wood brought up the ton for the Lions, following aneat passageofplay thatsaw him receive apassfrom Long at centre half forward, before playingon, kicking truly, and pointing to the famous Can Bar.
Wood wasinvolved in anothernotable, yet unfortunate, passage of play earlier in the day,clashing heads withteammate Riley Baldi, who will now havetosit thisweek outdue to concussionprotocol.
The Lions makethe journey to Sale this Saturday
To saySaleOvalhasn't beena happy hunting ground for Moe would be asevere understatement -the Lions haven't won there since 2002.
When looking at Moe's hoodoo at Sale Oval, the only word thatcomes to mind is bizarre.In18 attemptssince the last victory, you think you would win at least one.
Regardless, and without trying to say too much, with Sale coming off a130-pointloss, thisweek looks to be the best opportunity Moe has to break any such hoodoo.
The trip also presents an opportunity for the Lions to exorcise some demons from last season's trip to Sale Oval.
Those who playedfor Moe on that fateful day will surely not be lacking in motivationafter what happened -Saleplayerswere literallylaughing at them.
break, when arun andcross by O'Hanlon was headed home by Winkleman.
The second half continuedMoe'sdominance, with O'Hanlonagaininvolved with across which found Campbell Dastey to make it 6-0.
Another run by O'Hanlon saw his pass find an unmarked Winkleman to put Moe 7-0 up. It was soon 8-0 when awell-taken corner by Noah Kane was headed home by Winkleman.
Cooper Coleman scored aconsolation goal for Sale after acorner, but Winkleman finished the rout with asuperb free kick from 25 metres out, which
gave the Sale United keeper absolutely no chance. Winkelman ended with five goals, O'Hanlon four and Dastey one.
Bestfor Moe wereWinkleman, O'Hanlonand Luke Bathgate.
Moe was also successful in the reserves, winning 5-0, and second division 4-1.
The Red Devil'shavea big game ahead this Saturday night, taking on top side Fortuna. The match will again be played under lights at Olympic Park, Moe.
Kick-off is at 7pm for the Senior men.
When its time to downsize and make newfriends
GOALS: Mirboo Nth: JCummaudo 2HKerr 2E Woodall 2HBrock DTurner JBrooks JChila D Brock MWoodall.Toora: JWeston 3M Puok BEST: Mirboo Nth: HKerr JBrooks DBrock JNash
DTurner JCummaudo.Toora: JWeston BEast JDowsCGardiner PGrant CWalker
NEWBOROUGH 3.3
YINNAR 1.2
GOALS: Newborough: JBishop3 JPearce 2JHecker 2JMonacella LFlahavin HPrestidge
JRobinson NWheildon PCharles.Yinnar:NRowley2MMoseley 2DJohnson 2M Williams
KGrinstead-Jones BCheffers LCheffers BEST: Newborough: JHeckerJPearce JBowden L
Flahavin JVan DykS Hanson. Yinnar:B Cheffers BChapman LCheffers NRowleyM Williams
DJohnson
THORPDALE1.0
GOALS: Boolarra: SMazou 5ASheers 3LMiller 3D Wilson BMason. Thorpdale: MPowell4
MChopping 3MGorman 2T Patten JHolland-Burch DdeHommel HSinclair-Stanley BEST:
Boolarra: SMazou NMiller CWhiteoak ASheers SFalla TReiske.Thorpdale:KO’ConnellJ
Monger TPattenJ Winderlich MPowell MChopping
TARWIN 2.3
MDU 3.0
6.6 8.8 (56)
GOALS: Tarwin: KCooper 2HMcInnes TCrocker KPatterson RO’loughlin MWilliams D
Lawton JCann. MDU: DSheen 2B Tomada AAllen BSchroen SWalsh WStewart BEvers
BEST: Tarwin: NMcRae KCooper MZagni JHill JKennedy TVanderkolk.MDU:MSmith B
Evers CKrohn JSinclair SWilson SWalsh
FISH CREEK2.3
GOALS: Fish Creek:J Stefani 4P Pekin2 JShaw2LGaleJAndersonRDeBiase SMcGannon StonyCreek:L Thomas 2J Byrnes 2SBright CLoughridge TBernaldo BEST: Fish Creek:M
JStefani PPekin SMcGannon RDeBiase CWalker.Stony Creek:C Loughridge
O’Connor Linke TBernaldo JBright
MCunningham.Hill End: RFiddelaers 2L Wilson 2CGoldby2J Hammond HCalway
MorwellEast: IAbas PQuinn LTowns BEvans MCunningham AChawner.HillEnd: A
RFiddelaers
NEWBOROUGH were emphatic winners overFishCreekinRound2 of the Mid Gippsland Football-Netball League.
The Bulldogs sentanominous warning to the competition after annihilating the Kangaroos on their home turf 17.6 (108) to 4.6 (30).
With Fish Creek expected to be one of the big improversofthe MGFNLthis season, their performance against aNewborough side right in the premiership window showed just how much work they have to do.
The Bulldogs broke awayafterquarter time, adding eight goals to one in the second term to take acommanding 57-point lead into the sheds.
It was more of the same in the third, with Newborough kicking five goals to one, before parking the bus at three quarter time.
The Bulldogs played for time in the last, only adding asinglegoal, but smartly getting through with one eye turned to what is looming as ahugegame at home this Saturday against Mirboo North.
Left-footer Nathan Wheildon proved a handful up forward,kicking four goals, while close mate Jack van den Dolder also played well on senior debut.
Fellow left-footer WadeAndersonwas in the best, along with Josh Pearce, JoshHecker and Patrick Charles.
Newborough coach Craig Skinner praised his side’s effort.
“To travel to Fish Creek and come home with four points is avictory, to do it with good players missing is awin for the club,”hesaid.
“Was very impressed with how we moved the ball and the attitude we took into the game.”
Despite not having playedsince 2018, when he wasatTraralgonTyers United under Morwell premiership teammate Michael Duncan, the Magpies would have been licking theirlips when someone of Bailey’s calibre literallylanded on their doorstep.
With family now involved at Yinnar, it is understood Baileywondered down with intentions of having asocial kick in the seconds, before being lured into asenior comeback.
Magpies coach Daniel Taylor said it was good to bank the four points.
“Wasn’t the prettiest game of football but happy to walk away with the win,” he said.
“Our effort and intentwas there but we lacked polish and fumbled alot.
“Thorpygot some earlyinjuries which meant they were up againstitfor the majority of the day but managed to fight it outand stay in the game which is acredit to them.
“MDUnext week will be anotherchallenge, both teams will be looking to get their second win for the season and start building some momentum, it’s anotherbig game whichwe’re looking forward to.”
Despitethe result, signs appear promising for Thorpdale in the early part of the season.
“Alwaysabig challenge against last years premier. Fantastic effortfromthe group to stick with them with only 17 fit players for the last three quarters,” Blues coach Jason Winderlich said.
“Another tough challenge this week as we head over to FishCreek. With seven/eight players fromour first choice 18 missing, it will be an opportunity to give some more guys senior experience.”
Adding to the intrigue surrounding Thorpdale this seasonisthe factimprovement seems to have come mainly from within.
Forall the talk of newrecruits,13ofthe players last Saturday were listed as onepointers, and only four were worth more than two.
held up, and we were then able to counterattack andconvert our chances,” he said.
“Doesn’tget any easiernext week with last year premiers away. We hope to put together four quarters of our footy and see how it stacks up.”
Allen wasbest on for MDU.CaptainFraser Kelly also played well, as did Tom Harris, Sam Wilson,Shaye Walsh and Jayden Deas. THE season could go down vastly different paths for Hill End and Toora after their meeting last Saturday.
Season 2022 woodenspoonersToora, defeated ateam that played finals, Hill End, 11.9 (75) to 9.6(60).
TheMagpies made the long journeyover various hills, and had the better of the Rovers in the final term.
Up until then, it had beenaneck-and-neck battle, with only four, one and eight points the difference at each of the breaks.
Aaron Fawcett was best for the home side, while man mountain forward Jamie Somers kicked seven. There is still aplace in Mid Gippy for a bear in the square.
Calvin Rees, Harry Moore, Josh Fairfull and Seth Calway were otherstodoagood job. Tooracoach Jack Weston led from the front, and was ably assisted by Jon Pintus, Peter Grant, Jean Bezzene, Colomen Jal and Luke Andedda.
“Nicetotravel to Hill End for the first time since joining the Mid Gippsland League,” Weston said.
“After afew blokes worked out how far the drive was, we had seven changes from lastweek to the senior side to take on the Hill Men.
“The 21 players who pulled on aToora jumper provided ahugelyimproved effort from last week.
BEST: Thorpdale: CMillsomR Pickering C
Celima CPinkertonW Allan SLawson. Boolarra: TBeamish CRiseley JBrierley THolley J Carnes
GOALS: Tarwin: RWaddell 2J Kilsby2 JMcMicking2B Walton TLomax SKilsby. MDU: N
Mathieson 3BCantwell MBeacham MHoober BEST: Tarwin: JMcMicking TGedyeT
Hanegraaf NTucker RJones JKilsby. MDU: ATreaseB Cantwell BArnup MHoober JHoy J Whiteside
GOALS: Newborough: CNickels 3R Richards 2P Frendo 2J Jacovou LGilroy JMcMahon J Edebohls BBurgess.Yinnar:MRenwick 2AMills GOlver JSheaJBerryman-Lambert BEST:
Newborough: RWilson JEdebohls SLodge CBerquez BRichards CNickels.Yinnar:T Russell R
Malcolmson LAlexander MRenwick JSheaW Rowley
FISH CREEK1.4
STONYCREEK2.0
“We are now lookingforward to our first home game againstMirboo North. Shotty (Peter) Mongta has his team two from two, so we look forward to afierce battle against a proudclubatthe Kennel for the Ron Skinner Cup”
Fish Creekcoach Jarrod Walker lamented theperformance.
“Tough day at theofficefor us,showed glimpses of what we can do, but awell-drilled Newborough proved too strong,” he said.
MIRBOO NORTH broke away from Stony Creek.
The Tigers led by 18 points at the main break, butblewthat out to eventually win 15.8 (98) to 7.11 (53) at home.
The Lions’ scoring dried right up in the second half, as they kicked just three goals. Conversely, Mirboo North more than doubled the seven they had on the board at halftime.
“The game ebbed and flowed with both sides having their patches of control. We struggled to convert at times which kept Hill End in the game.
“Totheir credit, Hill End hung around and in amarathon last quarter, kept coming to tighten it up late. Arelief to break the duck early in the year and looking forward to this group continuing to improve.”
Understandably, Hill End coach Mike Santo expressed differing feelings.
10.12 14.13 (97)
GOALS: Fish Creek:JStaley 2C McPhee 2R Williams 2T Walters 2BBellL HowardJArestia.
Michael2NSvenson BEST: Fish Creek: AWilson RWilliams OStraw LHoward
“Thorpdale next week will be another good test.They’ve recruitedreally well so will be agood hit out. Ray Pickering always seems (to have) something up his sleeve to keep us on our toes.”
Best forthe Kangaroos were Tom Cameron, Will Voorham, Brad Pulham, Lachlan Gale, Jack Hayes and Stewart McCooke, whose dad Steven played first class cricket for Victoria.
With aBulldogs victory assured by three quarter time, the last quarter gave people the chance to reflect on something truly astonishing: ABurgess and aHoldsworth are playing for Newborough.
That belongs in the ‘something you never thought you’d see’ category. YINNAR got the job done over Thorpdale.
While the Magpies win was expected, the score line again gave reason for people to sit up and take notice of the Blues.
Forthe second week in arow, Thorpdale took it right up to afinalist from 2022.
In Round 1, the Blues lostnarrowly to Boolarra, while last Saturday, they looked more than competitive against the reigning premier, in afinal scoreboard reading 9.11 (65) to 7.5(47).
Yinnar kicked four goals to one in the second term to set-up a24-point lead at the main break, which they extendedto29at the last change of ends.
Thorpdale however showed some great signs at home, scoring two final quarter goals while keeping their opponents goalless.
Ben Campbell kicked four goals for the winners in abest on ground display. Othersto play well wereJesseChila, Jake Nash, Julian Blackford, local bowls president HudsonKerr (that story is coming) and recent Mirboo North cricket premiership hero Max Woodall. Tigers coach Peter Mongta labelled it a good performance. “It really was agreat day for our club. Was good to come away with another four points in the bank,” he said.
“The result probably didn’t reflect the way thegamewas played. Our recovery will be really important for next week. Round 3 against Newbouraghisanexciting challenge and (we) lookforward to another good hit out.”
TullyBernaldo played well for Stony Creek, as did Troy Sinclair, Mitchell Rowe, Jack Stuart, Hayden Funnelland the man who got betterashegot older in the Gippsland League, Chris Verboon.
“We got off to agreat start, just couldn’t match Mirboo North’s spread and run forward,” coach Verboon said.
“They have ayoung side and just out ran us in the end.Wehad afew injuries after the game so hopefully those boys get up for Hill End at home next week.”
BOOLARRA had aday to forget.
The Demons of Boolarra butchered the ball something chronic in front of goal, going down to their Demon counterparts Meeniyan Dumbalk United 12.11 (83) to 6.16 (52).
“Toora (are) very well coached and organised, they clearly play for each other. Credit to Jackonhis personalperformance andleading his team,” he said.
“Great effort from our boys all day but skill errors cost us in crucial stages of the game, our skipper Aaron Fawcett wasinspirational and Jamie Sommers was unstoppable down forward, just couldn’t give him enough chances.
“Stony Creek will be atoughask next week down there.”
Thosebeforementioned paths could see a team on the rise, alongside one possibly on the decline.
FOSTER got up in athriller.
The Tigers held on against Tarwin to win by three points, 11.9 (75) to 11.6 (72).
Travelling to Tarwin Lower, the visitors held a22-point lead at three quarter time, before the Sharks slammed on four goals to almost snatch victory.
The sound of the final siren however was music to Foster’s ears, as they defeated the 2022 minor premier.
Best for the winners was Brendan Neville, Tom Littore,Michael Howell,Will Duursma, Oliver Callcott and Jake Thornell. Foster coach SamDavies was ecstatic,amid the euphoria that goes with aclose win.
Yinnar:FSchill OMcColl NMcCafferty LDouch KZieleckiM
Returning Blues forward Matt Powell kicked five goals, and received good support from Mark Graeme, Shannon Pickering, Paul Mackenzie, Mitch Chopping and Travis Patten.
Powell’s bag added to the four he kicked in the first game. Newborough captain and key defender Alex Skinnerhas rated Powell one of the more difficult forwards in Mid Gippsland to play on.
Yinnar found good service from Nathan Rowley, Ben Cheffers, Adam Bailey,Mark Stolk, Clancy Mills and Ethan Sultana.
SeeingAdam Bailey’s name on theteam sheet may have caught afew local football followers by surprise.
The two-time Morwell premiership player and Gippsland League best and fairest winner comes highly regarded.
Yallourn Yallourn North officials, and even current senior coach Barrie Burnett, has attributed much of the Jets’ success in recent yearstothe groundwork Bailey put in as senior coach from 2015 to 2017.
Boolarra kicked just one goal either side of halftime, but registered 12 scoring shots in the same time.
This lack of conversion meant the visitors were always playing catch-up, and trailed in thevicinity of 30 points for most of the day.
Boolarra coach Tony Giardina did not mince words.
“We were smashed from the first bounce, MDU looked avery good side,” he said.
“When we did have an opportunity to put some scoreboard pressure on our skills let us down.
“We now haveabig game next weekagainst Foster, who look to have improved fromtheir first game.”
Journeyman local footballer Simon Noy was best for Boolarra, followed by Brendan Mason, Luke Marriott, Aidyn Sheers, Jayden McCormack and Nic Dowse.
MDU coach Nathan Allen was pleased with the result.
“First win as anew group will do wonders for our confidence. Boolarra run in numbers and challenged us defensively. Our back six
“Tarwin on their home deck is one of the hardest games in our league and today was no different,” he said.
“Troy (Tarwin coach Troy Hemming) always has his boys flying early and playing an aggressive game of run and linking.
“Our tackling pressure was where we needed it allday and we got the result we deserved in the end. Every player had a moment, so I’m really pleased for the group to celebrate an early win.
“Boolarranext week away will be tough again. Tony (Boolarra coach Tony Giardina) plansverywell and will be keen to bounce back.”
Hemming was circumspect in defeat.
“Foster played avery contested game led by (Brendan) Neville. Ithoughtheset the game up for them in the first half,” he said.
“Our lads were up against it all day with not much going our way, but for them to stay in the fight till the last second.”
Nathan McRae, Tyson Hanegraaf,Jason Kennedy, Kaj Patterson, Fergus Warren and Jordan Hill were best for Tarwin.
MORWELL EAST had the bye.
NINTH-PLACED Warragul causedasensation in Round 4ofGippsland League netball, drawing with Morwell.
The Gulls put an end to their losing streak, tying the game 29-all against the reigning league champions.
What wasexpected to be asure win for Morwell, turned into arguably thebiggest upset of the 2023 season yet, and has cost the Tigers the number-one spot on the ladder.
If one thing is certain for the 2023 netball season,
AGRADE - Moe 64 dBairnsdale 36, Drouin 48 dTraralgon 44, Morwell 29 drew Warragul
29, Wonthaggi 45 dMaffra 39, Leongatha 61 d
Sale 28.
BGRADE - Traralgon 40 dDrouin 38, Morwell
53 dWarragul 45, Maffra 53 dWonthaggi 45, Leongatha 67 dSale 36, Bairnsdale bye, Moe
bye.
CGRADE - Drouin 38 dTraralgon 30, Morwell
35 dWarragul 24, Maffra 36 dWonthaggi 31, Bairnsdale 34 dMoe 30, Leongatha 27 dSale
11.
17 AND UNDER - Traralgon 45 dDrouin
24, Morwell 48 dWarragul 24, Maffra 36 d
Wonthaggi 31, Bairnsdale 44 d11, Leongatha 25 dSale 23.
15 AND UNDER - Traralgon 75 dDrouin
5, Warragul 25 dMorwell 20, Maffra 51 d
Wonthaggi 32, Bairnsdale 31 dMoe 20, Sale 46 dLeongatha 27.
13 AND UNDER - Traralgon 57 dDrouin
11, Warragul 21 dMorwell 12, Maffra 36 d
Wonthaggi 7, Moe 27 dBairnsdale 21, Sale 40 d
Leongatha 27.
AGRADE - TTU 62 dRosedale 46,
Gormandale 35 dYarram 28, Woodside 62
dCowwarr 37, Churchill 51 dGlengarry 44, Heyfield 58 dYYN 22, Sale City bye.
BGRADE - Rosedale 49 dTTU 40,
Gormandale 64 dYarram 48, Woodside 67 d
Cowwarr 39, Glengarry49dChurchill 39, YYN
54 dHeyfield 50, Sale City bye.
CGRADE - Rosedale 41 dTTU 40,
Gormandale 48 dYarram 18, Woodside 47 d
Cowwarr 16, Churchill 27 dGlengarry 26, YYN
49 dHeyfield 21, Sale City bye.
DGRADE - TTU 41 dRosedale 28,
Gormandale 54 dYarram 9, Woodside 39 d
Cowwarr 20, Churchill 36 dGlengarry 29, YYN
36 dHeyfield 17, Sale City bye.
17 AND UNDER - Rosedale 27 dTTU 21,
Gormandale 36 dYarram 18, Woodside 48 d
Cowwarr 5, Glengarry51dChurchill 9, Heyfield
31 dYYN 14, Sale City bye.
15 AND UNDER - TTU 41 dRosedale 19,
Gormandale 16 dYarram 9, Woodside 52 d
Cowwarr 4, Glengarry47dChurchill 9, Heyfield
57 dYYN
Morwell won't underestimate Warragul again.
Selene Chadrawy, Renee Cookand Jaime Rollinson were best on for Warragul.
Tanya Budge, Courtney Garth in her 250th, and Anna Solomon were best on for Morwell.
In other games, Moe, led by best on court Emma Sculley, defeated Bairnsdale 64-36, while Drouin edged out Traralgon, beating the Maroons 48-44. Elsewhere, Leongatha stamped their dominance on the league, and Maffra failed to put an end to their losing streak.
The battle betweenthe Parrots andMagpieswas disappointing across the cage for Sale, who went down in AGrade, BGrade andCGrade.
The more than hour-long journey home gave Sale plentyoftimetounpackthe club-wide defeat. Things don't get easier for the Magpies, who take on Moe this Saturday.
Leongatha netted 18 goals in the first quarter, while it wasn't until the second quarter that Sale managed to put apoint on the scoreboard.
Maffra suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, falling 45-39 to visiting opponents Wonthaggi.
TARWIN dominated Fosterinthe MidGippsland Football-NetballLeague, defeating theiropponents by nearly 40 points, 68-30.
Toora also stole abig winatthe weekend, defeating Hill End 55-23.
One of the rounds biggest victories came from
Mirboo North, the Tigers defeating Stony Creek 66-25 in a41-point margin.
Newboroughwent down to Fish Creek 51-36.
Caitlin Prestidge and Gemma van Dyk played well for the Bulldogs.
Boolarra had an emphatic won overMeeniyan Dumbalk United, winning 61-19.
Morwell East and Yinnar had the bye. WOODSIDE continues to prove they're the team to beat in theNorth Gippsland Football-Netball League, with the Wildcats claimingtheir fourth consecutive win over Cowwarr at the weekend -62-37.
Traralgon Tyers United upped their antie, defeating 2022Grand Finalists, Rosedale 62 to 46. Glengarry couldn't stop astrong Churchill at the weekend, with the Magpies going down to the Cougars 51-44.
Yallourn YallournNorth received a36-point flogging from Heyfield.
After going down to Gormandale 35-28, Yarram is at risk of ending up at the bottom of the ladder unless they can steal awin in Round 5. Having finished the 2022 season at the bottom of the ladder, Gormandale would be more than happy for Yarram to take the spot.
THEREwas anumberofmilestones among the Latrobe Valley Umpires Association at the weekend.
Alex Cooper broughtup750 games, while LVUA president Steve Esler ran his 550th.
Robert Blunt celebratedhis 300th game, officiating the Moe versus Bairnsdale senior match at Ted Summerton Reserve, alongsideJacintaGittos in
her 50th match.
The venue was somewhat fitting for Blunt, as during summer he plays cricket for Moe, whose home ground is Ted Summerton.
The man known as 'Blunty' joined the LVUA in 2016, and in the words of the association, has brought "a passion for the game (and all sport)to his efforts as afield umpire."
"In his 300 games, Robert has had atotal of eight Grand Final selections, with his highest appointment being GippslandLeagueReserves Grand Final in 2022," the LVUA posted.
"Wehave seen that he is yet to peak though, and higher appointments are in his future we’re sure. "Off the field, Robert has stepped up this year as acommittee member and now writes our regular spectator page."
Elsewhere, the LVUA will celebrate its 70 year anniversary on Saturday, June 24
The LVUA has along history supplying football umpiresacross theregion, and anyonewho has been involved with the LVUA is invited to attend. For more information, phone Barry Lawrence on 0421 063 840.
GIPPSLAND League will play Round 5ofthe 2023 home and away season this Saturday, with exciting match-ups ahead.
Traralgon’s AGrade will welcomeWarragultothe Traralgon Showgrounds after the Gulls managed to draw against Morwell last week; Traralgon will have atough job ahead of them.
Drouin travels to Wonthaggi. The Hawks are in better form, but Wonthaggicomes off an important win against Maffrasothis gamemight prove competitive.
Morwell will have to move over to Maffra in what should be an easy win, but givenlastweek’s results (a draw to Warragul), you can never be too sure.
The Parrots, in flying form, sit two points clear on top of the ladder, and should be able to get the win against Bairnsdale.
Astrong Moe side should get over the line as they take on Sale over at Sale Oval.
MID Gippsland Football-Netball League will go into Round 3, with some thrillers on the cards.
Reigning premier Toora will take on contenders Morwell East in what will be agoodtaste of finals.
Boolarra,coming off ahuge42-point win against MDU, will likely want to flex their muscle again this week playing Foster on their home deck.
Stony Creek and Hill End will do battle in what should be atight game Yinnar will want to draw blood from adefeated MDU side, whilethe Newborough Bulldogs will have atough job against Grand Finalists Mirboo
North. Both Fish Creek and Tarwin have the bye. IN North Gippsland Football-Netball League, things are heating up in Round 5. The twotop teams in Woodside and SaleCity will face off. With Woodside agame clear in first position,this matchwillmean alot to the Wildcats. If Sale City manages to beat the reigning premiers, the Bulldogswill head to the top of the ladderbased on their impressive percentage. Either way, this will be the game to keep an eye on.
Glengarry, coming off atight loss to Churchill, will want to getbackonthe winner’s list, facing 10th on the ladder Yallourn Yallourn North, while Yarram and Cowwarr will go head-to-head. Churchill, Rosedale and Gormandalewillhave the week off.
AEastham TBirss KHole XBrooks
YARRAM 6.7
GORMANDALE
BEscreet RMcMillan
GOALS: Yarram: DGarnham 6BMotton5 DVardy 3JSwift2 MClavarino 2J Mcfarland
JFisher-Aldridge MClearyGUnderwood TSheedy LHunter TChisholm KGriffiths
Gormandale: JFoulkes CPotalej. BEST: Yarram: DGarnham BMottonM Clavarino KGriffiths
TChisholm. Gormandale: TSalerno CIsherwood KOwenICopland WFlanaganJ Krimhand
GOALS: Churchill: BKearns 4T Leys 3BHolt 3C Williams 3APhelan RLowrie BBreretonJ
Mason. Glengarry:
ROUND 4inthe North Gippsland FootballNetball Leaguewas much like Round3,with the projected top five teams recording big victories.
The ladderistaking shape now with aclear top six, including two sides that are yet to be defeated.
TRARALGON Tyers United leapt to the top of the ladder after their 182-pointflogging of Rosedale at home.
The Bombers were able to keep Rosedale goalless in two quarters(first and last), while averaging eight goals per term themselves in the 32.14 9206) to 3.6 (24) rout.
Caleb Michie starred with best on ground honours after booting 10 goals.Anothernine players found the big sticks including Beau White who nailed six himself.
TTU found themselves in apositive position at quartertimewith a40-0lead, before they doubled it to 80 points at the main change.
A10-goal third term put the game to bed, and with a130-point lead at three-quartertime, the Bombers were able to add another eight goals in the last term to put the nail in the coffin.
In TTU’s best was Michie, Liam Willaton, Kade Duncan, Michael Jacobsen, Whiteand Jye Neilson.
Rosedale’s best six consistedofDeclan Barnett, Jay Diamond, Hayden Bell, James Moulton, Connor Macleod and Will Murray.
Wangman, who kicked 20 goals in the last two weeks,was kept goalless for the Cougars.
Veteran BrendanHolt was best on ground, kicking three goals, alongside TysonLeys and Chris Williams.
In the best for Churchill was Holt, Ben Skinner, Joel Mason, Leys, Williams and defender Patrick Kearns.
Spencer Poulton kicked four goals for the visitors, and was within the best, along with Andrew May, Seth Healy, Jack Burgess, Lachlan Patterson and Alex Birmingham. YALLOURN Yallourn North improved their record to 2-2, after defeating Heyfield by 43 points at George Bates Reserve.
For the visitors, they had asenior debutant in Ed Phelan-Penson.
It was agoal-fest early, with nine goals betweenthe two sides in the opening term, as YYN held a16-point lead at the first break.
TheJetshad multiple chances to extend the lead in thesecondterm, but failed to convert,kicking 1.6 (12) to 2.0 (12), with the lead stayingthe same at themain break A6.3 (39) to 2.3 (15) third term gave YYN a40-point buffer into the final change, which from there on in was relatively even in an open scoring final term with five goalsscored each, the Jets coming home as 43-point winners, 18.15 (123) to 12.8 (80).
Josh Keyhoe and Dean Macdonald kicked four goals each for the home side, while Keenan Hughes and Dylan Keyhoe kicked three each.
As for the visitors, Mitchell Bennett scored four goals, and was the only multiple goal scorer for the Kangaroos.
extending the margin out to 88 points.
Acalmer final term saw the margin drift over three figures, with Woodsidewalking away 106-pointwinners, 20.15 (135) to 4.5 (29).
Daniel Farmer and Michael O’Sullivan kicked fivegoals each for Woodside. O’Sullivan made the best alongside Joshua Morgan, Josh Scott, Ethan Stephens, Joh Fythe and Thomas Mann.
In Cowwarr’s best was young Rhys Luxford, Jake Brown, Kurt Henderson, Jordan Anderson, Nick Wozniak and Kyle Stamers. Simultaneously, Woodside spoilt Cowwarr’s party, as they celebrated Shane Morgan for surpassing the club’s games record.
Morgan took to the fieldfor the 312th time, surpassingthe record of Andrew‘Angry’ Hollands.
At halftime of the reserves game, both reserves and senior sides were in the rooms to witness Shane Galea and Steve Cooper present him with his number 12 jumper.
“It’s been an awesome ride, I’m honoured to break the record,” Morgan said.
“Thanks to Gals (Galea), Steve (Cooper) and everyonefromthe club for everything they have done for me over the journey.
“I look forwardtoplaying on, whetherthat be at 2pm or 12 o’clock!”
YARRAM bounced back from theirRound3 defeat to TTU, defeating the spirited Tigers at Gormandale Recreation Reserve.
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WOODSIDE 3.3 5.5 7.8 10.11 (71)
COWWARR 0.0 2.2
As previouslymentioned, TTU movestothe top of the ladderwith a4-0 record,now with agreater percentage to Churchill.
AS you might be able to tell, the Cougars also maintained their perfect record, when they dealt with Glengarry at Gaskin Park.
The Magpies didn’t make it easy for the Cougars, staying in touch so Churchill couldn’t have abreak
But in the final quarter and ahalf, Churchill begantostretch the gap to amore comfortable setting.
Atight openingquarter kept Glengarry just 11 points away, before alateflurry for Churchill in the second term blew the lead out to 22 points at halftime.
The margin remained at 22 points up until three-quarter-time, before Churchill hit the gas and extended out to a47-point gap, 17.13 (115) to 10.8 (68).
Ben Kearnskicked four majors,while Chris
In the Jet’s best were Rohan Reid, Mitchell Luck, Hughes, Josh Keyhoe, DylanBathand Anthony Young.
And as for Heyfield, Bailey Escreet, Robert McMillan, Asher Eastham,Tyson Birss, Kail Hole and Xander Brooks stood out. The Jets jumped to sixth on the ladder, just one win fromthe top four, puttingbreathing space between themselves and Heyfield in seventh.
ACLOSE start to theCowwarr versus Woodside game was short lived,when the Wildcats went hell to leather in the second term.
After holdingasix-point lead at quarter time,Woodside then kicked 8.8 (56) to 0.1 (1) in the second term to go up by 10 goals at the half.
It didn’t stopthere, as they kept the Saints goalless for asecond consecutive term,
Yarram got the jump in the firstterm, kicking 6.7 (43) to 1.1 (7), and sadly it didn’t get much better for Gormandale from here.
Yarram then led by 78 at halftime, before aone-sided third term blew the lead out to 130 points.
The Demons made sure of their return to the winner’s list, by sealing a164-point win, jumping into the finals spot of fifth.
Dylan Garnham kicked six goals for the Demons and was best on ground. Boadie Mottonjoined him in the best with fivegoals, while TylerChisholm,MattClavarino, Kelly Griffiths and Tanner Chisholm were in the best.
Jye Foulkesand Chris Potalej kicked Gormandale’s majors, while Tristan Salerno,CalebIsherwood,Kodie Owen, Isaac Copland, William Flanagan and Jet Krimhand were in their best.
SALE CITY had the bye.
FOOTBALL
NORTH GIPPSLAND
MEMBER for Morwell, Martin Cameron, has thrown his supportbehind Traralgon Tyers United Football-Netball Club, as it deals with thefinancial fall-out associated with the closure of Tyers Road and the old Latrobe River Bridge.
The Bombers have written to Minister for Regional Development and Morwell MP Harriett Shing, seeking compensation, with attendance at home gamesfor the seasondown around 150 people or the equivalent of $2500 per game in gate, canteen and bar takings.
Clubmembership, Auskick registrationsand weekly dinnernumbers arealso down, withthe
In 2015,the Premier announced anew bridge for the town of Tyersasa matter of urgency,” Cameron said.
“He said it was‘long overdue’ and promised it would be ‘one of his first tasks’.
“Now,eight yearslater,not only arethe people of Tyersstill waiting for anew bridge,but the old bridge that gives them access into town has been closed.
majority citing the closure of the road and bridge, and the associated increase in travel costs, as a deal breaker.
“When the bridge is closed, public access to the town is cut off. Residents have to travel through Glengarry for work and to get kids to school, emergencyservicesare severely hampered, and now agrassroots sports club -the lifeblood of the town -istaking ahugefinancial hit becauseofthe increased travel costs associated with the bridge closure.
“Last month, Iasked the state government to fast-track rebuild of the bridge at Tyers Rd as a matter of urgency, but Ihave been advised this won’t be completed until the end of the year,which is littlecomfortfor the Bombers,who estimate they will lose tens of thousands of dollarsthis season alone."
“If the state government can remove 67 level crossings in Melbourne in less than four years, surely it can extend the same courtesytothe people of Tyers in regional Victoria who are simply asking for the swift restoration of asinglebridge, which was promised as amatter of urgency eight years ago.”
TTU FNC secretary, Colin Scammell, said the road and bridge closure was “causing significant financial distress” for the club.
“We believewewill be approximately$40,000 worse off this season because of the bridge delays on Tyers Rd, and we are seeking compensation from the state government for that,” he said.
Urgent: Traralgon TyersUnited Football-Netball Club secretaryColin Scammell estimates the club will lose $40,000 due to theclosureof TyersRoad Bridge. Member forMorwell, Martin Cameron, is calling on the stategovernment to help remedy the situation quickly.
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THERE will only be four fixtures this week in the North Gippsland Football-Netball League, opposed to the normal five, as three teams have the bye. Heyfield will be tasked with the challenge of the league leaders,Traralgon Tyers United, when they host theBombers at Gordon Street Reserve. The Kangarooshave had achallenging run as of late, with Churchill and Yallourn Yallourn North in the last two weeks, and it doesn’t look like it will
get any easier for the boys wearingblueand white.
On the other hand, the Bombers have asserted themselves as one of the mostdangerous teams in the competition, boasting apercentageof282.12 per cent.
TTU will be favourites to continue theirunbeaten run, with another big win on the cards.
AFTER abig winlastweek, Yarram will want to continue that run of form when they face Cowwarr.
Dylan Garnham has been unstoppable for Yarram so far thisseason, after his movefromthe premiership winning Leongatha in the Gippsland League, and he will be one to watch.
The Saints were dismantled by Woodside last
week, while the Demons took care of Gormandale.
Once again, if you’reatipping person,this might be an easy one to predict, but we always hope for atighter contest, if it can be provided.
WOODSIDE, who are on aroll,will hostSaleCity, who are coming off of the bye.
Three of the four teams coming off the bye this season have lost, and Sale City wouldn’t be fancied in this clash either.
Woodside, just like many sides, are in form, and will wanttohold onto their momentum for as long as possible
However, Sale City are the surprise packet of the season so far, sitting in fourth with a2-1 record.
If there wasever achance for an upset thisround, you might find it at Woodside Recreation Reserve. LASTLY, Yallourn YallournNorth willwant to flip their record with more wins than losses for the first time this season, and awin againstGlengarry would do just that.
After starting the season 0-2, the reigning premier has since found their feet and restored normality. Glengarry were able to stick with Churchill for large portions of their Round 4clash. If they can do the same, anything will be possible. CHURCHILL, Gormandaleand Rosedale have the bye.
RESULTS differedfor localsinthe AFL, as the Saints and Hawks lost, but the Suns miraculously got the four points.
First up was the Friday night clash between St Kildaand PortAdelaide at Marvel Stadium.
Despite facing the top-of-the-ladder Saints, Port went into the match with an 8-2 record at Marvel Stadium over the last five years.
St Kilda kicked true in the opening term going into the first break with athree-goal advantage, but agoalless second quarter swayed momentum in the Power’s favour, as they foundthemselves up by seven points at the half.
The secondhalf wasaslug-fest, as Port were only abletogrow their lead by one point in the third term, before trading goals in the final term.
The away side were abletokeep their noses in front, winning by seven points, 12.11 (83) to 11.10 (76).
Traralgon’s Tim Membrey was busy early, but finished with 1.1, along with 12 disposals and five marks.
St Kilda suffered their secondconsecutive loss, conceding top spot of the ladder to the Demons in the meantime.
FOOTBALL COMMENT
BY ZAIDA GLIBANOVICIT was perfect.
Ahugely anticipated game, the most significant home and away game on the AFL calendar, commemorating the ANZACs with arecord-breaking crowd, and Iwas there.
Yes, Iwas one of the 95,179 peoplewho squeezed into the MCG that day, climbing my way up the stairs to sit on the leftofthe goalsonlevel four of the Shane Warne Stand. Despite sitting in the nosebleeds, people say there’s no bad seat in the MCG, and with acrowd like that, you’reimmersed in the action no matter where you are.
Entering around 2.40pm in the afternoon, it was hardtomanoeuvrearound withanonslaughtof supporters flooding the streets and Richmond station.The entertainmentwas playing in the background while fans waited in excitement. At 3pm, the Roulettes flew over the ‘G and within 10 minutes, the almost 100,000-strong crowd went silent.
Well-versedinthe protocol, the Anzac Day crowd stood up without notice and removed their headdress to pay their respects, as The Last Post rang around the stadium, and the flags were raised.
Somethingsospecial about those national anthems on Anzac Day sends chills down your
SPARE athought for Connor Dastey.
Dastey played an entire senior football game for Trafalgar on Saturday afternoon, before backing up to play soccer for Moe United later that night.
And it wasn't as if both games were bruise free either -the Bloodslosing ahard-fought match against ahighly-fanciedBulnBuln by 18 points.
The soccer game was abit one sided (with Moe United winning 9-1), and officials showed abit of sympathy, sitting himonthe bench forthe firsthalf. Given he was hobbling before he eventooktothe field forMoe United, one can only imagine how sore he pulled up the next day.
Dastey's TrafalgarCricket Club teammate Liam White officiated the soccer match.
SPEAKING to acouple of ex-Drouin footballers on the weekend, the notion of 'so close yet so far' very much came through.
The Hawks made back-to-backGippsland League Grant Finals in 2010-11,onlytogodownnarrowly on both occasions.
While not much is ever said about those who run
spine. It’s asurreal moment, being apartofthat eerily-silent crowd, but as soonasthe official ceremonies are over, the crowd erupts as one. Icame into thisgame expecting to be entertained, but Iwas not expecting afinish like that.
As aPies’ supporter, Ishould get my heart checked out, but boy-oh-boy, Ilove this team.
Having trailed almost all game, Essendon stopped the Pies’ runand carry, conceding nothingbut boundary and aslowball. Abrilliant late goal from Jordan De Goeygave the Pies that lift needed going into the second term. At quarter time, it was Essendon leading 20-10.
The Pies faithful were up and about early in the second, as AshJohnson, Scott Pendlebury and crowd favourite Jack Ginnivan scored goals. Though, it was Essendon with the upper hand into three-quarter time with a28-point lead. But there’s abelief at Collingwood, and you could feel it in the stands, that theteamwould dig deep, andthey did.
The Pies blitzed the Bombers 44 points to three in the final term, despite losing Pendlebury early in the last term to anasty eye injury.
NickDaicos added agoal fromthe top of the goal square to get the Pies within nine points with 12 minutes to go, and Ginnivangot into the action to get within three points. Young Daicos stormed through to kick his second and get the Piesthe lead, and the crowd exploded.
Essendon’s Sam Draper had achancewith aset shot straight in front to get the Bombers within
second on Grand Final day, looking at the Drouin line-up, they had aserious side.
The team had three-time league best and fairestwinner Andy Soumilas (whowon an incredible five league best fairests in his career across various competitions), fellow Trood Award and Rodda medallist Bob McCallum,aswell as Chris Dunne,Pat McGrath, and ayoung Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti.
Unfortunatelyfor the Hawks,they were victims of bad timing, and ran into some equally strong opponents.
In 2010 they lost to Maffra by 18 points, in what turned out to be the Eagles' last flag in their most successful dynasty (premierships in 2002-04, 06-07, 09-10).
Thenext year, they had more scoring shots than Traralgon but lostby14points.Future Geelong recruit Dan McKenna played the game of his life for the Maroons, kicking eight, in the same team thatfeaturedTim Membrey the year before he was drafted.
Those losses clearly took alot out of Drouin, and they haven't got close since. Dunne and McGrath leftand played in flags at Leongatha, and by 2013, Drouin was fighting just to be competitive. They won asinglegame in 2013, and went three weeks without even kicking agoal in 2014.
Their storyline reminds me abit about Port Adelaide in the last 10 years.
Every time the Power has looked like winning apremiership, they have come up against aside
one point, but it justwasn’t meanttobe, as the Pies held strong.
Even as it was all said and done and we turned to each other for high fives and cheers, Steele Sidebottom slotted ashot after the siren to make it a90-77 Collingwood win.
Nick Daicos finished with 40 touches and the two key goals to take home the Anzac Day medal and prove his superstar status.
There’s nothing more like acome-from-behind win, but these miracle Magpies keep doing it.
After another thriller last Sunday, the Pies did it again, beating Adelaide (the better team on the day) in the last 21 seconds of the match.
Late in the last term, John Noble kicked aclutch goal to get the Pies within apoint, and then Ash Johnson brilliantly hit the ball through to tie the game the next play.
With around 20 seconds left on the clock, Steele Sidebottom, again with alateshot on goal, kicked the most crucial point to get the Pies the lead.
With one last roll of the dice, the Crows decided to go boundary instead of up the middle, only to have Collingwood skipper Darcy Moore intercept the ball and see the Pies defy all the odds to get the win.
The Crowswere up by 22 points in the finalterm, butCollingwood, as they’ve donebefore, they found away.
Collingwood now sits agame clear on top of the ladder.
in their prime (Hawthorn 2014, Richmond 2020).
Are Drouin the best team in Gippsland not to win apremiership in recent years?
CONGRATULATIONS to Morwell netballer
Courtney Garth on the occasion of her 250th senior game.
The Tigers made it amilestone to remember, although for rather unique reasons, as the AGrade match ended in adraw.
Morwell and Warragul could not be separated at Tiger Land, with scores locked at 29-apiece when the final whistle blew.
While the Tigers didn't win the game, Garth has won just abouteveryaward there is to win in local netball.
Multiple premierships to go with aleague best andfairest,aswell as multiple team of the year selections and club bestand fairests make for a fair CV.
Scouring the honour boards at Morwell FootballNetball Club, Garth's name features prominently on the one dedicated to best and fairest winners.
On the subject of best and fairest wins, Idoubt we will ever see an effort quite like current Yarram senior football coach Griffin Underwood, who has an incredible 11 seniortitles to his name for the Demons.
That would have to be arecord surely.
Things just don’t get any easier for the Hawks, after suffering another loss, this time to the hands of the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium.
Like Hawthorn’s last two fixtures, against the Crows and the Giants, they stuck with the Bulldogs, even taking alead into the first two breaks.
The Dogs kicked three unanswered goals in the third term to give themselves a15-point lead,before kicking4.4 (28) to 2.2 (14) in the final term to walk away as 29-point winners.
Hawthorn's Changkuoth Jiath was kept quiet on half back for the Hawks, yet still played his part with 15 disposals and four marks.
Despite the loss, the Hawks climb off the bottom of the ladder on percentage, as West Coastfell to the bottom aftertheir 108-point loss to the Blues.
Gold Coast recorded back-to-back wins, when they took care of Richmond at Marvel Stadium.
Morwell's Ben Ainsworthand Moe's Bailey Humphreybothstartedonthe field, after Humphrey started as asubstitute last week. The Suns led at everychange, as the Tigers only led for asmall portion in the opening term.
The 11.6 (72) to 6.12 (48) win moves the Suns to withinagame outside of the top eight.
Ainsworth kicked the sealing goal midway through the lastquarter. He alsohad 14 disposals, five marks and agoal assist. Meanwhile, for Humphrey things didn't quite go to plan. He was subbed out in the third term, after having no substantial impact; one disposal and one tackle.
The Suns will be tested next week when they host Melbourne on the Gold Coast.
PAINS me to say it being aRichmondsupporter, but Collingwood are the most watchable team in the AFL.
The Magpies are playinganattractive, freeflowing style, aided by anever give in attitude.
Watching the game against Adelaide on Sunday night, evenwhenCollingwood trailed for allbut the last 20 seconds, Ijust thought "they are going to win".
Piesfans will be pleasedwith everything happening on and off field.
The club has made some very good decisions in the last 18 months, from coaching appointments, to dealing with anyplayer indiscretions head-on Collingwood also has agreat leaderincaptain Darcy Moore. His speech on Anzac Day was full of class, and bellied whatmostinthe football public have come to expect from asportsperson's acceptance speech.
And they've got something special in Nick Daicos.
Ican't recall ayoung player coming in and having the impact he's had, not even Judd was this good this early.
The Magpie army will be hoping this is the year their side makes another charge to the Grand Final. It was verynearly aRichmond/Collingwood Grand Final in 2019.
Speaking to Morwell news and ticket agent Christian Burgess at the time, when asked how quicklytickets would have gone for that one, he believed “20 minutes at most”.
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RECENTLY, the St Joseph’s Primary School community in Trafalgar met to celebrate Easter. Everyone wasexcited to see the Easter Bunny, who danced and paraded with the children. There was face paintingand Easter craft activities. The carnival featured age group Easter egg hunts which the children loved.
The miniVinnies team prepared and sold healthy food treatsincluding smoothies, fruitsalad, popcorn and cheese and kabana. There was even Easter dancing. It was afun filled celebration!
EXCITED children ran, hopped, skipped and jumpedthroughout the grounds of St Paul’s AnglicanGrammar School’s Traralgon Campus
duringthe school’s annual Easter Egg Hunt recently. More than 400 people were in attendance, that
included acheeky appearance from the mischievous Easter Bunny, much to the delight of all the children and adults.
DATA from anew Australian EducationUnion (AEU) Victorian Branchsurvey of public-school principals, teachers, and support staff has highlighted the unsustainable workloads faced by an overwhelming majority of public school staff as a direct result of ongoing staff shortages. The survey found that for:
Seventy-six per cent of respondents the additional workloads created because of staff shortages are unsustainable;
More than 73 per cent of respondents felt the effect of unsustainable work on their colleagues was burnout, and;
Sixty-three per cent of respondents with increased workloads were likely to cause their colleagues to leave the profession early.
AEU VictorianBranchDeputy president Justin Mullaly said these findings, driven by the high number of staffing vacancies across Victoria’s public schools, were of significant concern, and demonstrated the need for bold and urgent state government action. “These results are extremely alarming, and recent Term 1vacancy data from the DepartmentofEducation showing persistently high vacancy rates means that excessive workloads across Victoria’s public schools are not being properly addressed," he said.“Staffing shortages across Victoria’s public schools have not been tackled adequately by the state government, and without immediate action, we risk forcing more teachers out of the system.
“From increasing class sizes, and cancelling specialist classes, to assistant principalsand principalsregularly teaching in classrooms, these shortages have forcedpublicschools to makesome very difficult decisions in order to ensure that student learning programs continue in the best way possible.
“Publicschools across the state are finding it increasinglychallenging to attractand retain staff and the state government needs to act now.
"Thisisespecially the case in lower socioeconomic communities who are more likely to be affected by teacher shortages.
“Premier Andrews needs to step up and support thesecommunities, andevery public school that is facing staffing shortages."
The AEU Victorian Branch’s Ten-Year Plan for Staffing in Public Education provides the government with arange of short, medium, and long-term strategies to address the teachershortage crisis Victoria’s public schools are facing.
The AEU is calling for urgent and bold action, including:
Retention payments for existing public school staff;
Government-funded studentships to provide cost-of-living support for pre-service teachers whilst completing their qualifications and a guaranteed ‘bonded’ job when they graduate with aspecial focus on regional, remote and hard-to-staff schools;
Apool of permanently employed rural and regionally based teachers organised by the Department of Education to be deployed to cover both long-termand short-term absences as required;
Government-funded practicum placements for pre-service teachers during their study, with additional incentives for students who undertake practicums in rural or regional schools;
More targeted and funded support for early career teachers and their mentors, and;
Further measures to reduce workload for all staff.
‘‘Arange of targeted measures to stem teacher shortages by attracting and retaining teachers can go along way to ensure Victoria has astablestaffing supply now and well into the future,”
MR MULLALYYou can access the AEU’s Ten-Year Plan for Staffing in Public Education at https://bit. ly/405C6Gq
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WHAT apleasure it was on Saturday to visit the TraralgonFarmers Market and discover the city’s bandsuperb playing of allgenres of music, and the enthusiasm of band leader Graeme Cruikshank was infectious.
In the sun eating my favourite Dutch pancakes and tapping my foot to every song
Ithink I’ll become a‘groupie’ and start following the band’s gigs.
Pam Falvey Traralgon
IREFER to your article‘Wind Farm Blowback’ (April 19, 2023), outlining the Strzelecki Community Alliance’s (SCA) oppositiontothe Delburn Wind Farm.
Much of the story is inaccurate, based on myth and misinformation, which can create unnecessary angst and facilitate fear-mongering within the community.
The community has aright to accurate information about the Delburn Wind Farm.
OSMIhas worked extensively withthe community to listen to and understand their concerns about the Delburn Wind Farm proposal.
All factual research, planning, and technical reports were shared with the community, both online and in hard copy,asthe proposaldeveloped to ensureeveryone with an interest was able to access accurate information.
Following community feedback, the scale of the wind farm was significantlyreduced from53to 33 turbines. It has now been througharigorous process via an independent planning panel to assess its compliance with government statutory requirements and asubsequent SupremeCourt challenge demonstratingthat the Delburn Wind Farm is alegitimate and lawful project.
Many of the SCA’s concerns were addressed through the independent planning process.
SCA members presented theirposition to the panel,and thesematters were consideredand addressed in the panel report.
Expert witnesses and subject matter experts alsoprovided detailed statements of evidence to the panel.
We acknowledge some local residentsdonot support the wind farm, however there are many residents in the local area who do.
We encourageanyone whomay be concerned about the wind farm to get in touch via email at contactus@osmi.com.au or phone1800676 428 or visit our office at 52 Ridgway, Mirboo North. We remain committedtoproviding transparent and accurate informationtohelp everyone understand the impacts and opportunities the wind farm will have in our community.
There is no better waytobeinformed and get the facts.
Elizabeth Radcliffe OMSI Executive Director Operations and Compliance
GREAT LatrobePark(GLP)considers watera ‘scarce resource’ so ‘precautionary principle’ should be applied to all requests for significantvolumes of water in Hazelwood Mine Rehabilitation
Great Latrobe Park (GLP) is avoluntary, apolitical community advocacy organisation concerned primarily with mine void repurposing.
Since December 2021, when the Latrobe Valley RegionalRehabilitation Strategy (LVRRS) advised that thereisinsufficient water to fill all mine voids, GLP has been advocating that the fairest way to allocate water is apublic inquiry to determine where the greatest value can be obtained for the limited volume of water available.Logically this should precedeany sizable individual claim for water.
The Hazelwood mine void is currently being filled with water from three sources:
1. Artesian bore water, required to depressurize the artesian aquifers below the mine void floor This activity is required to continue until sufficient weight is placed on the floor of the mine void to counterbalance the artesian aquifer pressures;
2. Water purchased from Gippsland Water from available reserves, and;
3. Water diverted from the Morwell River,under an emergency EPA Licence, whilstrepairs are conducted at the Energy Australia’sMorwell River diversion.The emergency EPA Licence is currently scheduled to end mid-2023 when repairs are complete and stabilised.
As of April 19, 2023,the draft scoping requirements for the proposed Hazelwood Mine Rehabilitation Project Environmental Effects Statement have been issued for public comment. Sinceunfortunately, it would seemthat the state government has no intentiontoproceed with a public inquiry to determine relative merits for water allocation,GLP considers that water should be treated as a“scarce resource” and that the “precautionary principle” should be applied to all requests for significant volumes of water.
Specifically, GLP recommends the EES process should require the proponent, ENGIE Hazelwood, to specify and justify the minimum water volume requirement to achievestable and sustainable conditions. This should be treated as the base case from which any variation to achieve safe conditions, proposed by the proponent, must specify reasonable alternatives and likely costs.
Nina Burke
Great Latrobe Park Inc. President
IHAVE just read the April 26 issueofthe Express.
Fantastic work by Steve Dodd, secretary of the Gippsland Tradesand LaborCouncil,and the councilteam in relation to establishing aNational Energy TransitionAuthority.
Wendy Castles TraralgonTHANKSfor the sub-headed article ‘Residentswill continue to fight’ (Express, April 19).
As one of the handful of Boolarra folk who doorknocked the survey/petition to stop coal seam gas exploration in our area, and were the second, after MirbooNorth -out of eventually 72 communities -to succeedin‘lockingtheir gates’ (it was character building); Ithinkitisafair ask -for certainty sake -that the 1000+ ‘cash-flushed’ members ($200,000) of the Strzelecki Community Alliance (SCA)dothe same for the 2745 dwellings in the neighbouring townships around the proposed and approved Delburn Wind Farm (DWF).
The SCA defines these communities, comprising 6239 residents, as Boolarra,Coalville,Darlimurla, Delburn, Driffield, Hazelwood,Hernes Oak, Mirboo North, Moe South, Narracan, Thorpdale and would be
Something like 1000 members dividedinto a $200,000 ‘war-chest’, averages out at agenerous $200 from each.
Methinks that rather some of their largess has corporate origins and is intended to stall the inevitable growth of clean energy -warts and all -over the currently heavilysubsidised cartel of profiteers with their natural monopoly.
P.S. In no way, do Iundervalue their traumatic memory of fire dangers; but for perspective, new comers to the area should know that the horrible blazes that we endured here in 2009 were started by deliberate acts of arson.
Brian McLure Traralgon South
WE are constantly being told by our two-faced leadersthatwecannotbuildany new coal-fired power stations (instead, we have closed down 10 in the lastdecade aloneand have nineleft)because the world will end due to global warming. But how does this make any sense when Australia exported $110 billionworth of coal to China in 2022
to fuel its 1110 coal-fired power stations?
To be sure, CO2 emissionsare not confined to any one country -inthis case Australia -but are aglobal probleminvolving every country in the world, especially China as it is the world’s biggest emitter of greenhouse gases by far.
Joseph Lis Morwell
THE front page article in this newspaper on 19/4/23 ‘Windfarm Blowback’ was remarkably one sided. It simply regurgitated the mostly discredited arguments and fears of the anti-windfarm group Strzelecki Community Alliance (SCA) without anyone taking responsibility for these views.
The claim that 1000 Latrobe City residents living close to the windfarm are all vehementlyopposed to the Delburn Wind Farm development is presented without evidence or context.
How many people support the project in the Latrobe Valley?
Ipersonally know people in the area who are supporting it, as well as others who say that
MAY Irespectfully suggest, Joseph Lis, (‘Climate insight’ LV Express, 19/04/23), that if you wish to convince the average punter of something, and especially by writing abook about it, you may like to consider the following strategies:
1. Do not convey the impression you have swallowed athesaurus, eg ‘’eschatological cult’’, ‘’anathematises’’, and ‘’mutatis mutandis’’;
2. Do notinsultthose who may be your target market,‘’thebrainwashed masses’’, in sellingyour ‘’little book’’;
3. Do not present yourself, as implied by your prospective authorship, as some sort of expert, without disclosing your qualifications;
4. Do not openly display hypocrisy in,asI presume aman of religion, falsely accusing others of religious beliefs, but which obviously disagree with yours;
5. Do not presume acknowledgment of scientific data, fact, and prognostications, verified by almost 100 per cent of the world’s scientistsand prominent in daily lives across the globe, has anything to do with theory or emotion, fantasy or faith, power or control, myth or legend, terrorism or inquisition, politics or religion, apart from those who wish them to be;
6. Do not presume that those who acknowledge climate change formareligious group,whenin fact denialists constitute avery minor cult, in the style of the loopy world conspiratorial Qanon, and;
7. Do not presume your ‘’little book’’, if exemplified by your Express contribution, will convince anyone of anything, other than that the author may urgently require agood dose of reality.
John Duck Trafalgar
YOUNG people in regional Victoria have been overlooked by theAndrewsLabor government for far too long.
In this month’s State Budget, TheNationals are calling for afair investment in ourcommunity’s education and early childhood programs.
Last budget, only 13 per cent of new infrastructure spending was specifically invested in regional towns and cities despite regional Victorians accounting for 25 per cent of Victoria’s population.
This budget, we demand more.
yourpostcode should not defineyouropportunities, especially as ayoung Victorian.
This budget must rectify Labor’s long history of neglecting the communities beyondMelbourne’s tram tracks.
Peter Walsh Leader of The Nationals
THERE seems to be some confusion coming from the PR department of the AustralianEnergy Council, who said pollution in the Latrobe Valley has fallen massively in the last 10 years.
The latest analysis of national pollution data by Environmental Justice Australia reveals some seriously concerning results for our community. Disturbingly, mercury emissions from Latrobe Valley Power Stations have increased by 12 per cent, or 1050 kilograms over the past year.
Rather than cutting pollution, Alinta’s Loy Yang Bisthe worst power station nationallyfor mercury emissions, with Yallourn and Loy Yang Aranking as the second and third worst in the country.
As most readers in the Valley would be aware, our industry uses brown coal, which has ahigher rate of mercurythan the black coal mined in NSW. Despite this, EPA Victoria places only weaklimits on mercury emissions from our power stations, and has not required the power stations to fit best practice pollution controls.
In contrast, NSW power plants are required to use ‘bag filters’totrap mercury and other particles before they enter the atmosphere.
Mercury is aneurotoxin, which means it can damage the nervoussystem, brain and other organs of humans and animals.
It’s apersistent toxic element -once present in water, it’s there to stay.
No amount of industry spincan make it go away.
Hayley Sestokas
Friends of Latrobe Water Chairperson
USUALLY at elections, politicians just want you to vote for them.
However, areferendum is different.
Politicians want you to adopt their opinion and cast your vote accordingly.
they hold no opposition toward the Delburn project
These people may not have felt comfortable in openlydiscussingthis as they haveseenthosethat do are subjected to threatening behaviour from SCA members and/or sympathisers.
SCA members claim that they have not been listened to, but all the arguments and fears listed in the article were aired in the public hearings of the Delburn Wind Farm Commission of Enquiry of 2022 alongwith the arguments of community in favour of the project and technical experts in many aspects of the proposal, including the CFA, communications technology, aviation, including aerial firefighting, road engineering, healthcare impacts, nativeanimals and birds, noiseand HVP on forestry among others.
The real reason that the DWF was approved was because it was basedonscientific facts, not hysterical misinformation.
On the balance of concerns and scientific enquiry, the commission found that the DWFcould proceed, even though they could not build their big battery to store excess power because of concerns about fire risks.
The SCA refusedtoaccept the planning
commission decision, and wenttocourt overa technicality about the Moe town boundary, which was not upheld.
For locals who wish to invest in DWF, there will be afacility for small investors to buy shares, thus keepingwealthinthe area.
Finally, on the question of social licence, Latrobe Valley residents were given no choice but to host up to five coal-firedpower stations and their associated mines at various times over the last 100 years, and witnessed the creeping permanent destruction of valuable farmland.
Four generationshave lived with these polluting industries, and only recently have they started to look for less destructive and less polluting, more healthy ways of providing electricity.
Our clean energy future is in wind and solar.
Hopefully those who now vitriolically oppose DWF will rethink their position in the light of providing abetter future for this generation of children.
Dan Caffrey Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group PresidentWe want our fair share of spending to keep our schools up to scratch,and we need policies that ensure regional families with young childrenhave equitable access to childcare.
In the state’s east, Sale College needs aconsolidated campus. In the north, Kilmore has asurging population but no public secondarycollege, and Yarrawonga P-12 College is being denied funding to complete amuch-needed redevelopment.
Thereisalsoa crisis in early childhoodeducation withmuch of regional Victoria definedasa ‘childcare desert’ by the Mitchell Institute.
In the Loddon Elmore region alone, there were almost 34 children for every childcare place in 2022.
Gannawarra Shire has been pleading with the stategovernment to help them build achildcare centre in Cohuna -but their calls havegone unheard.
This budget must also invest in long-term solutions for ourteachingand early childhood workforces.
In the north of the state, Charlton built achildcare centre 20 months ago but no one can be found to run it -despite huge demand fromhardworking families.
Regionalchildrenand youngpeople matter,and
But that missesthe point: if aconstitutional change is to be decided, then an overall majority is required as well as amajority in four of the six states,and it is arare occasion when amajority of Australians agree to anything.
Rather than politicians (and their parties) mustering support for their position, we hoi polloi are informing ourpolitical leaders of our moral choice.
To quote Indigenous theologian Anne Pattel-Gray (ABC Q&A, April 10).
“The referendum which all adult Australianswill vote on laterthis year ‘will determine the integrity’ of the country whetherthey vote yes or they vote no is going to be to the individual’s question of integrity.
“What you decide is going to determine our future.
“We shared with you our pain, but also shared our hope, and if we don’t have that hope recognised, you are damning us to hell, and you are going to kill anation of people.”
Takeyourtime,get acopyofthe Uluru Statement and read it carefully.
Hopefully, you will be making an informed decision.
Brian Burleigh Cowwarr
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Forafreequoteand guaranteed fast service,callJJ’sExhausts on 5127 4747,or visit John at 53 Lloyd St Moe (opposite railway station).
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Based in Morwell and working the surrounding areas, we are looking for sub-contractors to install insulation products to new residential homes. To be suitable for this opportunity you must have the following: ● Own ABN number
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LoyYang Bisanelectricity generator located in the picturesque Latrobe Valley currently supplying 20% of Victoria’s power.Weare owned by Chow TaiFook Enterprises (CTFE) and belong to the AlintaEnergyfamily,agrowing and innovative energymarket disrupter.
We arefocused on increasing plant performance, efficiency,and flexibility. We seek people who can turn inspiration into ideas, andideas into solutions. We arecommitted to increasing workforce diversity andcreating an environment wherepeople with new ideas feel empowered to speak up and explorewhat is possible.
We strive to meet community expectations regarding environmental management,health, safety,and good corporate citizenship.
About the opportunity
Competitive salaryand otherbenefits (base salary$136,789- $236,143)
Generous superannuation contributions, above the superannuation guarantee or membership of aDefined Benefit Scheme.
Enjoy living in close proximity to the great regional communities of Traralgon, Warragul, and Sale
Contribute to the futureofLoy Yang Bthrough your involvement in key projects.
Access to development opportunities to continue to grow your skills.
Flexible workingarrangements to balance your work, life and play (base 36-hour week, 4-daywork week).Aboveawardannual leave entitlements
What you’ll do Manage unit water chemistryfunctions. Manage and operate make-up water systems. Maintain and monitor boiler water treatment systems. Provide leadership,advice, andassistance to personnel regarding sound environmental management practices.
Demonstrate safe working processes involvingdangerous goods and hazardous substances. Perform environmental activities as specified in theLYB Environmental Management System such as training, auditing, monitoring, recording,and reporting in accordance with procedures and technicalinstructions to ensure compliance with relevantacts and regulations.
What you’ll need
Tertiaryqualification in Science or Environment relateddiscipline preferred. Consideration will be given to candidates with substantialindustryexperience in power plantchemistryorrelated industrysector
Ideally possess qualifications that meet the requirements for admission to Membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute. Experience working in achemical laboratoryessential.
Experience dealing with Environmental, OH&S, andDangerous Goods issues is desirable.
Excellent communication skills.
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Position closes Wednesday, 10 May2023.
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LoyYang Bwelcome applications from people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.Wewill provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process.
If you identify as aperson with disability and requireadjustments to the application, recruitment,selection and/or assessment process, please advise via the above email and indicate yourpreferred method of communication (email or phone) so we can keep in touch and meet your needs.
Successful candidates will contribute to program administration, the preparation of teaching materials and their delivery, and assessment, as well as the use of simulation in clinical skills education. The role in assessment involves the writing of questions for written examinations and the preparation of practical examinations held during the year.
We are looking for individuals with medical qualifications (i.e. MBBS or MD) recognised in Australia and have significant clinical experience and hold current medical registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Applicants must have aFellowship or are working towards one, from arecognised Australian College (i.e. RACGP, FACP, etc).
These roles are part-time; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated. We are seeking candidates for multiple part-time positions available (up to a0.6 fraction).
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Foundation Civil &Mining Pty Ltd, is aLatrobe Valley based organisation that places astrong emphasis on their people and the community. With values which are focused on customer service, safety, environment, and quality, our organisation continues to grow their projects and client base.
About the Role:
Foundation Civil &Miningare seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced
Advanced Riggers and Scaffolder's to become a part of our growing team.
The successful candidates will have:
● Aminimum of two years' work experience as a qualified Rigger or Scaffolder, preferably in the mining, or power generation industries
● Good interpersonal skills and ability to problem solve
● The ability to follow procedures and work in a safety conscious manner is essential
● Acurrent High-Risk Licence -Rigging and Scaffolding
● Acurrent driver's licence
● Willingness to work outside of your skill set to assist other teams as required
● Successful applicants will be required to undergo apre-employment medical and functional assessment
Not essential but highly regarded:
● Current Working at Heights and Confined
Space Entry qualifications
● Heavy vehicle licence
● Acurrent High-Risk Licence -Crane operation and or forklift classes
● Proven experience working with the Layher scaffolding system
FCM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support adiverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create awideculture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.
How to Apply:
To express your interest please email adetailed cover letter and resume to: admin@foundationcm.com.au
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McInnes Earthmoving is acivil construction company, with operations across Victoria in road, rail, water infrastructure and forestry. We are seeking ahighly motivated, reliable, and responsible individual who can add value to our company.
The position is located in the Heyfield office, and hours of work are 7.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Duties will include:
● Dealing with correspondence, emails, phone calls, portals and day-to-day administrative support
● Organising meetings, training and appointments
● Booking and arranging travel, transport and accommodation
● Assist with seeking, completing, submitting and organising quotes/tenders
● General office administration, purchasing, documentation and form creation, note taking, registers and meeting minutes
● Providing clear concise information to avariety of stakeholders including employees, corporate clients, councils, training agencies, and government agencies
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● Previous experience in asimilar position
● Proactive attitude and initiative
● Exceptional organisational, communication and writing skills
● High level of attention to detail
● Good time management and planning skills
● Ability to work accurately and efficiently within required timeframes
● High-level knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
● Demonstrated ability to work in ateam environment, but also self-managing
● Current Victorian driver's licence
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DJN is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Industrial Electrical contracting business.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the business, including project management, customer service, and team supervision. This role requires acombination of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and business acumen.
● Electrical trade or engineering qualification.
● Experience in industrial electrical contracting, with at least 3years in aleadership role.
● Competent technical knowledge of electrical systems.
● Project management skills.
● Leadership and team management skills.
● Customer service and communication skills.
● Analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Experience with simPRO job management software is an advantage.
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Mountain Logging Pty Ltd, along standing Gippsland based Forest Harvesting and Earthmoving company operate alarge fleetofwell maintained late model equipment within the Plantation forests of the Gippsland Rangesand arecurrently seeking applicants for a:
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Foundation Civil &Mining Pty Ltd, is aLatrobe Valley based organisation that places astrong emphasis on their people and the community. With values which are focused on customer service, safety, environment, and quality, our organisation continues to grow their projects and client base.
About the Role:
Foundation Civil &Miningare seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced mechanical trades personnel to become apart of our growing team.
The key to your success will be your:
● Trade qualified mechanical fitter or boilermaker with experience in fixed plant/heavy industry is essential
● Good interpersonal skills and strong customer focus
● Ability to problem solve in an accurate and timely manner
● Willingness to work outside of your skill set to assist other teams as required
● Current driver's licence
● Successful applicants will be required to undergo apre-employment medical and functional assessment
Not essential but highly regarded:
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Space Entry qualifications
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● Acurrent High-Risk Licence -Crane operation and or forklift classes
● Proven experience working with the Layher scaffolding system
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support adiverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create awideculture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.
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ARISTOTELOUS, Efpraxia. Mum, Yiayia, Mumma, How do we move on?
How do we repair the huge void you have left in our hearts?
We knew this day would come but never, ever realised how much it would hurt. We miss you so much already, your humour and the stories you told with passion and animation. Your ability to engage your audience was captivating and an honour to witness whether up close, or from afar. You made people laugh with gusto, so funny and vibrant. The ultimate matriarch, for you were amother unlike any other. Watching your love for football and your beloved Bombers was an absolute joy.
Your smile. Your laugh. Your jokes and pranks. Your love for dad. Your sadness and your faith even during your darkest hours. These are just a few things we will miss. But you are at peace now. Thank you for teaching us all you have, kindness and love, humility and honour. Your Legacy lives within us for eternity. Your loving daughter Androula, Harry, Andrew, Stephanie, Damen and Hugo.
ARTHUR, David Latham
Thomas.
Passed away peacefully at St Vincent's Hospital on 24 April 2023.
Aged 50 years
Much loved son of Gordon and Sauni Arthur. Loved and loving brother and brother-in-law of Christine (dec.), Rachel, James and Rachael. Beloved and adored uncle of Jordan, Ashton, Imogen, Emerson, Ezekiel and Elijah.
In God'sloving care
CLARK, Joyce.
Aged 89 years
Passed away peacefully at her home on Friday 28 April 2023. Loved wife of Ken (dec.). Mother of Brian, Janine, Robyn, Paul and Fiona. Mother-in-law to Faye, Barry and Terri. Grandmother to 12 and great grandmother to 11. To our beautiful Mum Always alady
CONWAY, Leslie "Ron". Passed away peacefully Saturday 29 April 2023. Loved and loving husband of Bev.
Loved and respected father "Pa" and father-in-law of Jim, Geoff and Adrienne, Steven and Tracey and Ronnie and Seona. Loved
Pa to Jayde, Paige, Kyle, April, Robert, Ben, Jesse, Ryan, Max and Pip. Much loved great Pa to Kai, Rhys and Dottie.
Special thanks to niece Margaret Bassee.
The family would also like to thank the staff at Margery Cole.
Awonderful person, so loving and kind, What beautiful memories you have left behind, Aman of the land, always content, Loved and respected wherever you went.
CROSS Barbara. The ChiefExecutive Officer and staff of Lifeline Gippsland extend their deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to the Cross family. She will truly be missed
CURTIS, Marlene Dawn. Passed away peacefully at Traralgon Aged Care on 29 April 2023.
Aged 88 years
Loving Wife of Kevin (dec.) for almost 70 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony (dec.), Sue and Ray, Karen, Jack and Robin, Julie and Paul. Dearly loved Nan to all of her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Aloving mother, so good and kind, Loved by those she left behind. Silent thoughts bring many atear, For amother we miss and loved so dear.
FAZIOLI, Lucia. Passed away on Saturday, 29 April 2023, surrounded by her loving family, in her 100th year. Devoted wife of Michele (dec.). Adored mother of Corry and Don, Francie and John, Maria, Ann and Chris. Nonna and Big Nonna to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Forever In Our Hearts
Reunited With Dad
Finally At Rest
FAZIOLI, Lucia.
Our deepest sympathy to Francie and John, Daniel and Sarah and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Lucia's family during this sad time. Tony and Pina, Joe and Josie, Armando and Tammy and families.
FAZIOLI, Lucia.
Our deepest sympathy to Corry and Don, Francie and John, Mary, Ann and Chris and respective families. Afamily friend and so much more to our family growing up. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Love the Colarusso family.
FOWLER, Barry Gordon
Passed away peacefully at Narracan Gardens on Tuesday, 25 April 2023.
Aged 80 years
Loved and loving husband of Merle. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Jodi and Brendan and Adam. Cherished pop to Josh (dec.) and Taylah, Layla, Adel and Lumen. Adored great poppy to Zac and Lenny. Always treasured and remembered
FOWLER, Barry. Passed away on Tuesday, 25 April 2023. Dearly loved brother-inlaw and great friend of Neil and Cathy Tickle and uncle to Mark, Ben and Renee. To know you was to love you Barry. Aman with great integrity and a friend to all.
FREEMAN, Gladys.
9/7/1929 -3/3/2023.
The members of the Traralgon Legacy Widow's Club wish to express their deepest sympathy and condolences to Gladys' family on her recent passing. Gladys was a wonderful President and friend. She had avibrant personality, was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
HAYLOCK, Laurie. 23/12/1952 -26/4/2023.
Passed away suddenly, doing what he loved at Smiths Beach.
Loved and loving husband of Carleen. Much loved Dad to Lauren and Jess.
Father-in-law to Big Ben and Little Ben. Loving Pa to Harrison and Harper.
Forever loved and remembered by his extended family and friends. One in aMillion
HOGAN, Anthony Richard Francis. 28/8/1981 -15/4/2023. Suddenly. Sadly missed. Always loved. Father and son reunited. Rest now in peace my darling boy, until we meet again. Love mum.
HUELSEBUS, Mary Jessie "Shirley".
Passed away peacefully at O'Mara House on Saturday, 22 April 2023. Aged 89 years Dearly loved wife of Lothar (dec.). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Tiffany and Brett. Adored Granny to Jessie and Koby.
MacGREGOR, Wayne Leslie. 22 April 2023
Passed peacefully at his home in Sandy Beach. Formerly of Victoria. Loving husband of Shirley. Loving father and fatherin-law of Jason and Lisa, Robert and Paige and Aaron. Loving 'Poppy' of all his grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Aged 66 years At Peace Wayne's Funeral Service was held on Monday, 1st May 2023 at the Coffs Harbour Crematorium Chapel, Coramba Road, Karangi. If you would like to view the recording of the service please do so at the Victor Rullis Funerals website.
SLAVIN, Liam Connor. Taken too soon on 22 April 2023, at 19 years of age. Beloved son of Angelique and Brian. Dearly loved brother of Matthew, Patrick and Jacqueline. You will be cherished in our hearts and minds forever, our precious angel. You brought sunshine and joy to everyone you met, and we will love you forever and always. "May the force be with you"
WILSON (Duncan), Valerie Mary (Val).
Passed away peacefully at Andrews House, Trafalgar on 28 April, 2023. Aged 89 years Dearly loved and loving wife of Mike (dec). Loving mother of Rodney, Kevin (dec.), Susan and their families. Adored Nan to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mum and Dad Reunited
WILSON, Val.
Passed away 28 April, 2023. Loved mother and motherin-law of Rod and Sue. Loving nan to Jodie and Adam, Kelly and Jimmy. Great grandmother (Nana Chicken) to Imogen, Chloe, Blake, Max and Sam. Rest In Peace
HAYLOCK, Laurie.
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Energy are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleague and friend, Laurie.
Along-time employee, Laurie was an operator in the mine, and ahighly respected and much loved member of the team.
Our heartfelt condolences to Laurie's wife Carleen and his daughters Lauren and Jessica, and Laurie's family and friends.
ARTHUR. The Funeral Service for David was held, TUESDAY (2 May 2023) at 11.30 am, at the Uniting Church, Park Lane Traralgon.
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CLARK.
The Funeral Service for Mrs Joyce Clark will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on FRIDAY (5 May 2023) commencing at 2pm.
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CLEAVER.
The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Diane Phyllis Cleaver will take place in the Sanctuary Reflection Space, Bunurong Memorial Park Crematorium, Frankston-Dandenong Rd, Dandenong South, on TUESDAY (9 May 2023) commencing at 12.30pm.
CONWAY.
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mr Leslie "Ron" Conway will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon, FRIDAY (5 May 2023) commencing at 11am. Ron's Service will be livestreamed. To view the livestream visit our website.
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CURTIS.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Service for the late Mrs Marlene Dawn Curtis at the Rose Chapel, Cemetery Drive Traralgon, at 11am on THURSDAY (4 May, 2023). Burial at Gippsland Memorial Park Traralgon Cemetery.
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FAZIOLI.
Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Lucia Fazioli will be held at St Kieran's Catholic Church, Wirraway St, Moe FRIDAY (12 May 2023) commencing at 11am. Following the Mass, the Funeral will leave for the Erica Cemetery.
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FOWLER.
The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for Mr Barry Gordon Fowler will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 6Ollerton Ave, Moe on WEDNESDAY (3 May 2023) commencing at 10.30am.
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HAYLOCK. The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Laurie Haylock will take place in the Rose Chapel, Gippsland Memorial Park, Cemetery Drive, Traralgon on FRIDAY (5 May 2023) commencing at 11am.
The Ceremony will be livestreamed. Please go to Julie Harwood Funerals Facebook page for digital link.
HUELSEBUS. APrayer Service for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Mary Jessie "Shirley" Huelsebus will be offered at St Michael's Catholic Church, Church Street, Traralgon on FRIDAY (5 May 2023) commencing at 1.30pm.
At the conclusion of the Service, the Funeral will leave for the Traralgon Cemetery, Gippsland Memorial Park.
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MACKAY. The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Janet Mackay will take place in the Wilson Chapel, Springvale Crematorium, Princes Hwy, Clayton on TUESDAY (9 May 2023) commencing at 3.45pm.
DICIERO, Nick. 20/5/1956 -27/4/2020.
You went away so suddenly, we did not say goodbye but precious memories never die. Always in our hearts and minds.
Rosie, Kent and Lloyd.
NUNN (Koza), Regina. 9/4/1952 -7/5/2012. The years pass, the seasons change, but our love for you and memories of time shared continues to burn bright in our hearts and minds.
Forever missed Love Always Lucinda, Chris, Makenzie and Isaac. XX Regina, you will always be remembered in avery special way, of the life and memories we shared together.
Deeply missed With Love Eva Austen and families XX.
STALEY, Henry Roy. Passed away on your birthday 26/4/2022 without saying goodbye. Husband of Barbara (dec.).
Loved and remembered by your brother Kevin, sister Jeannie and brotherin-law of Mick. Friend to Joe (dec.), Glennice, Max, Linda and families.
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HUNT, Les.
Meryl, Darren, Jason and family would like to thank all who attended Les's Funeral.
Thank you for the many cards, flowers, phone calls and food, all of which have been agreat comfort at this confronting time.
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STATErecognition came the way for the Latrobe Valley sporting community as two Traralgon nominees wererecently announced as finalists for the 2022 Victorian Sport Awards.
Australian Netball Championships Positive Startprogram in Traralgon and Olympian Aoife Coughlan were amongthe finalists.
Coughlan,who competed at the Tokyo 2020 Games, was named a finalist for the Kitty McEwanAward. The award is given for outstanding results achieved nationally or internationally in female categories.
Now 27,Coughlan started Judo at the age of five. Her parents, both originallyfromIreland, moved to Traralgon where they still currently live.
Coughlan made her Olympic debut at the 2020 Games.
Over the past year, Coughlan has won bronze at the Pan American Oceania ChampionshipsinLima, and took out the Commonwealth Games in 2022 in Birmingham.
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THOMPSON, Andrew Gavin. 17/5/1964 -23/2/2023.
Celebrating the life of Andrew at St John's Anglican Church, Metung on FRIDAY (5 May 2023) at 11am.
WILSON. AService to celebrate the life of Mrs Valerie Mary (Val) Wilson will be held at the Trafalgar Golf Club House, Gibsons Road, Trafalgar on THURSDAY (4 May 2023) at 11am.
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Sheplaced in the Oceania Open in Perth,and she claimed silverat the Grand Slam in Tokyo in 2022. It doesn’t stop there, with the decorated judoka being victorious at the Grand Prix in Portugal in 2023, and she recentlyclaimed abronze medal at the Grand Slam in Tel Aviv.
Speaking with the Express Coughlan said: “it’s really cool, this is the second year I’ve been afinalist for this award. It just shows the dedication that me and my teamhave put into my sporting career. Ihope thateveryone that’s been involved in supporting my career can share in this nomination.”
Coughlan attributedmuch of her foundationalknowledge to her years as ajunior judoka in Traralgon.
“I got really lucky with Traralgon Judo Cluband Yinnar and District Judo Club,they both gave me such agreat base and foundation of the sport,” she said.
“The coaches there were so passionate and caring about judo and they really instilled that in me. I’m not sure Iwould have gotten that anywhere else. Iwas really lucky that[Traralgon] is where my parents ended up and that’s what Igot be a part of.”
Time is never aluxury for professional athletes, but when Coughlan finds the time she loves to give back to her local community.
“I liketotry to give back to the judo community when it’s given me so much. It’s really important to give back,” she said.
“It’s not super easy to get back with how much travel we have to do with this sportbut Itry to see my parents as much as possible. Whenever I’m in Traralgon Itry to drop into the Traralgon Judo Cluband say hi to all thejudoclubmembers that are there.”
Whenasked whatadviceshe would give for the youth she said: “Don’t listen to anybody that tells you it might not be possible. If you love something and you’re willing to put in the work for it, anything can happenand the more outsidethe box, the better.”
In terms of empowering the next generation of sporting women, Coughlan said that “being confident in anything that you do is empowering for women.”
Finalists for the Victorian Community SportingEvent of the Year was the Australian Netball Championships -Positive Start Program run by Netball Victoria in Traralgon last year.
The 2022 positive startprogram provided freecamps,sportsprograms and culturalexperiences to Victorian students from government and lowfee-paying, non-government schools.
The state government invested $112.9 million in Positive Start in 2022asaninitiativetohelp school students become more active and social. The Positive Netball Program was free for students to attend and enabled students to learn the skills
and history of netball in asafeand fun environment.
Eastern Region Manager of Netball Victoria, Judi Buhagiar, hadthe idea to combine the positive start program with the Australian Netball Championships held in Traralgon in August last year.
“We ended up with 14000 kids coming through the gate, they were all provided with anetball skills session, and in some cases, they got to work with some Collingwood netball players. Sophie Garbin was one of them who is now an Australian Diamond,” she said.
Students from all across Gippsland were awarded the opportunity to watch Australian NetballLeague gamesand learnskills fromthe very best in the sport.
When asked how she felt about being named afinalist for the community eventaward, Buhagiar said:
“It’s so gratifying to be recognised for your work and to know that you’ve impactedyourcommunity …and for it to be recognised as afinalist it’s quite humbling and so gratifying at the same time.”
“It came as abit of asurprise. Idon’t mean to sound humble, but it was a surprise because, really, we were just doing our job. We were increasing exposure fornetball, and we were giving kids an opportunity thatthey wouldn’t normally have.”
From the thousands of school students that attended the event, Buhagiar said it renewedlocal interest in netball.
“MorwellNetball Association is back up and running, and we sort of attribute that to the interest that came about through the positivestart program,” she said.
Buhagiar and local netball Victoria members had to call in backup as there was such alarge interest and school participation. Employeesfrom Netball Victoria in Geelong and even Traralgon’s SEDA Senior Secondary Schoolstudentshelped runthe event.
The program required two venues, needing both the Gippsland Regional IndoorSportsStadiumand the netball courtsinBreed Street, Traralgon.
Vicsport chair Ritchie Hinton recognised and celebratedthe wonderful achievements of the sport and recreationcommunity in Victoria during 2022.
“We received arecord amount of nominations this year and that, combined with the calibre of nominations, is afantastic showcase of the successes throughout our industry,” he said.
Winners of the2022Victorian SportAwards will be awarded at the ceremony held on Wednesday, June 7atMarvel Stadium.
THE annual Victorian RSL Duke of Edinburgh Shield competition was held over the weekend of April 15 and 16, running concurrently across 15 venues statewide.
Lakeside Club in Sale was one such venue, hosting six teams fromthe Gippslandregion -Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance, Rosedale, Moe/ Trafalgar, Newborough and Sale -with 16 players perteam.
While games went ahead uninterrupted on Saturday, overnight rain and wet greens saw play abandonedonSunday.
Despite the event having only completed three of its scheduled five rounds, awinner was still crowned on Sunday, with Newborough deemed the most successful club.
The Sale RSL lawn bowls team was formed in 2001, and consists of veterans from across Wellington Shire.
The club fielded two teams in this year’s shield, withthe second competing in Mulwala on the Victoria/New South Wales border.
ATHLETICS HARRIERS BY BARRYHIGGINS
ON asurprisingly mild evening, anear record number of Harriers last week enjoyed arun or walk along the Traralgon Creek path, past the historic Oak tree opposite Windsor Court.
They were less impressed when they turned into the uphill stretch to the summit of Bradman Boulevard and met aWesterly head wind -adouble setback!
Mother Nature was kinder as they did the downhill stretch of the out and back course, with agentle tail breeze to assist them.
Fastestfinishers wereMiles Verschuur,turning the tables on Ian Cornthwaite by 11 seconds, with Glenn Graham and talented junior Dempsey Podmore close behind.
The quickest women were Yani Cornthwaite, Liz Kenney and Angeline Snell.
JasonOdlum finished high in the field after recently completing the 42km Razorback Run mountain-top marathon.
He said he was looking forward, with anumber of other LV Triathlon Club friends,totackling the classic Port Macquarie Iron Man Triathlon next Sunday (May 7th).
In contrast to the Razorback Run, Odlum has a 3.8kmswimand a180km bike ride beforecommencing the definitive 42.2km marathon run leg.
Odlum has completed it successfully in previous years and feels ‘reasonably’ confident.
HarrierspresidentPhill Mayer welcomed
They’re off: TheHarriersatthe startoftheir recent trail runfromTonersLane in Morwell Photograph supplied
first-time runners MaggieWillis, Aaliyah Willis andBelky Podmore, among the evening’s total of 80 finishers.
The Traralgon Marathon and Running Festival is only amonth away.
On Sunday, June 4itstartsand finishes at De Grandi’s Winery (formerly Traralgon Winery), with an out-and-back course along the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail.
Entries are still open, but numbers are strictly limited in each event.
Cost fornon-members is $90 (Full Marathon), $70(Half) and $50 (10km), including lunch and a medal, with special commemorative T-shirts for thefirst 50 entries in each event.
NTP: 4th RRobbins,6th TWhitelaw, 13th A
GOLF
CHURCHILL &MONASH
StablefordSaturday22ndApril 2023
AGrade Winner: R.King 19 43 pts
BGrade Winner: R. Abel2437pts
CGrade Winner: G. Corponi 35 40pts
D.T.L: 1. P.Jordan 36, 2. S.Caldwell 36, 3.
R.Sands 36, 4. T.Webb 36, 5. R. Davidson 35, 6. A.West 35, 7. D.Byers34, 8. W.Sutton 34
N.T.P.Pro-Pin: 3rdT.Webb, 5th A.West,12 th T.Webb,14thJ.Banfield
Target Hole: P.Flanigan
Birdies: R.King,5th,S.Caldwell 3rd
StablefordTuesday25thApril 2023
Winners: AGrade :L.Anderson 21 38pts
BGrade: P.McGann 28 38pts
D.T.L: S. Caldwell 21 36, B. Cleland 24 35, R.Sands 29 35, D.Byers1535
Birdies: 3rdA.West, D.Burridge,5th
D.Byers
MIRBOONORTH
Thursday27th April, Stableford.
AGrade: SMills,(10)37pts c/b
BGrade: MRichter (21) 35pts c/b
DTL: DWoodall 37,N Whichello 35, M
Payne 33 c/b
NTP:6th MPayne,16th, RMatthews
Birdies: 4th MPayne,6th SMills,N Whichello,MPayne
Saturday29th April. 4BBB
Daywinner: TWhitelaw&NBracecamp
46pts Runner up, DEvans &A Liebe,43pts
DTL: MPayne &D Taylor,41. PDraper &R Robbins41,
Liebe, 16th GRenwick. Birdies: 4th PDraper,6th TWhitelaw, A Liebe,16th DEvans,GRenwick, JRobbins
MOE
Tuesday, 25 April 2023 OPEN Medley
Stableford
Grade AWinners: Collings,Dale (7) 35
Grade BWinners: Langmaid, Trevor (14)
36
Grade CWinners: Imer,Corey (24) 35
Place Getters: Cheetham, Ben 35 c/b
Beath, Ken34 Doak, Shaun 33 c/b
Tripodi, Lucas 33
Jennings,Kenneth 31
Wednesday, 26 April 2023
WOMEN’S
WEDNESDAY 9HOLEStableford
Tulau, Susan (49) 15
Place Getters
Dyt, Phyllis 10
Wednesday, 26 April 2023
STABLEFORD
WOMEN’S
Grade AWinners: Stanlake, Helen (22)
35 c/b
Grade BWinners: Thompson, Pat(29) 34
Place Getters: Savige,Karyn 35
Bates,Linda 31
Fitzpatrick, Robin 30 c/b
Nearest to Pin: 8th Evelyn Mitchell
14th HelenStanlake
Target Hole: KarenSavige
Thursday, 27 April 2023 OPEN Medley
Stableford
Grade AWinners: Fife,Mark(5) 37
Grade BWinners: White, Rodney(16)36
Grade CWinners: Spiteri, Patrick(20) 36 c/b
See the Harriers website for more information at traralgonharriers.au
RESULTS:
5km Netball Court/Breed Street Run,Traralgon: Miles Verschuur 19.24, Ian Cornthwaite19.35, Glenn Graham 19.51, DempseyPodmore20.16, Owen Notting 20.24, Shane Gavin 21.02, Clinton Jolly21.14, GlennCrawford21.17,Yani Cornthwaite21.37,Andrew Greenhill21.42, Dave Mann 21.57,Josh Dalton 22.23, Jason Odlum 22.28, Chris VanUnen 22.43, Andrew Panayiotou 22.45, GeoffFrancis 24.01, Stephen McLeod 24.04, Tobiasz Grzmil 24.25, JohnnyRoscoe 24.30, Liz Kenney24.30, ChesneyPodmore24.35, ZackBeasley 24.37,NickTalerico 24.40, Maltilda Lappin 24.41, Ron Verschuur 24.55, WallyLappin 25.08, Seth Bomers
25.22, Andrew Broberg25.30, Nelson Archibald 25.30, David Barr 25.34, Angeline Snell 25.38, Chris Francis
26.03, Adrian Sutcliffe 26.31, Angelo Gaudiano 26.35, Andrew Legge 26.55, David Hood 27.01, DesleyTuloch
27.01, Errol Poole 27.01, Michelle Sawyer 27.25, Collette Hofmann 27.35, BjornLuxmann 27.53, Catherine Leonard
27.54, Kathleen Kent 28.07,LucyMagaldi 28.14, Kate Mayer28.25, Phill Mayer28.25, Kristine Sapkin 28.29, Lee Graham 28.29, Ella Warner 28.30, Bruce Salisbury
28.53, FelicityBeasley28.57,Maree Graham 28.57,Mark Fairbairn29.09, ClaireMacumber 29.29, Alfie Warner
29.34, John Richards 30.00, MariekaReilly30.11, Susan Poole 30.11, Aaliyah Willis 30.30, Callie Cook 32.14, Adam VanBaalen 32.35, Tania Whitehead 33.05, Kylee Earl34.00, Belkey Podmore34.10, Mandy Ellis 34.31, Vicky Aitkens 34.40, Belinda Heafield 35.05, Ian Heafield 36.18, Danelle Wright 37.07,Ann Bomers37.49, Barry Higgins 38.40, KylieWarner 39.45, RobEmbleton 40.18, Christina Creighton 49.33, Maggie Willis 49.33, Lynda Jones 51.45, KathyQuinn 51.46, Helen Whitby51.46, Jodi Hammett56.44.
Place Getters: Ayton, Kevin 36 c/b Wilson, Lee 36 c/b Brien, Graeme 36 Eastaway,Karl35c/b Woszczeiko, Bryan35c/b Wilson, Robert35 Savige,Bruce 35 Collings,Dale 34 c/b
Fazioli, Mark34c/b Stansbury, Les 34 c/b
Devent, Anton 34 c/b
Poole,Joel 34
Great Score: Darren White(Birdie) @14
Eric Beveridge (Birdie) @8
Warren Cook (Birdie) @8
Neil Webb (Birdie) @14
Phil Backman (Birdie) @14
Nearest to Pin: 4th Darren Morrow
8th Neil Muirhead
14th Thomas Beveridge
Saturday, 29 April 2023 WOMEN’S
SATURDAY
Grade AWinners: Robertson, Jenna (8) 31
Great Score: KathyBorg(Birdie) @11
Jenna Robertson (Birdie) @6
Saturday, 29 April 2023 MENS Stableford
Grade AWinners: Muirhead, Neil (10) 37
Grade BWinners: Jamieson, George (17)
41
Grade CWinners: Imer,Corey (24) 33
Place Getters: Veenman, Laurie 40 c/b
Taylor,Nicholas 40
Boyce, John 37 c/b
Rodaughan, Peter36 c/b
Ayton, Kevin 36c/b
Stephens,Peter 36
Panozzo, Gavan35
Gaul, Joshua 35 Gauci, Anthony34 c/b Taylor,Brayden 34 c/b
Winners: TheNewboroughRSL lawn bowls team with their flag
Photograph supplied
BOWLS By MICHAEL
HOLROYDSTRZELECKI Bowlerscontinuetoplaywell in the State Championships State Mixed Pairs Final.
Olivia Cartwright, Brad Campbell (s) (Moama) -BCG 7shotsdefeatedbyKirsty
Van den Hoff,Vincent McIlwain (Traralgon)
(s)-STZ 14 shots
StateMen’s Champion of Champion Singles
Round 1 Ian Miles (Trafalgar) -STZ 25 shots def Lee Williams (Rye)- Morn Pen11shots
StateMen’s Champion of Champion Singles
Round 2
Ian Miles (Trafalgar) -STZ 25 shots def Kevin Anderson (Moama) -BCG 24 shots
StateMen’s Champion of Champion Singles semi final 9.30 Saturday
Joshua Sanders(Lilydale) -ERvsIan Miles (Trafalgar) -STZ
StateMen’s StateTriples Round 1
9.30 Saturday
Simon Hein, Dean Beckman, Donald Wallis (s) (Portland RSL) -WCO vs aAndrew Soplakow,Wayne Parks, Michael Coram(s) (Composite) -STZ
StateLadies StateTriples Round 1
Maureen Leighton, Sheryl Atkinson, Samantha Atkinson (s) (Drouin) -STZ 22 shots def Caseylee Sheehan, Julie Dosser,Maureen Drennan (s) (City Memorial) -WCO 13 shots
StateLadies StateTriples Round 2
Maureen Leighton, Sheryl Atkinson, Samantha Atkinson (s) (Drouin) -STZ 20 shots def Renee Hill, Rhoanna Smith, Jodie Fruend (s) (Wangaratta)O+M12shots StateLadies StateTriples semi final
9.30 Saturday
Christine Vella, Lorelle Tebbet ,Gayle Edwards (s) (Deer Park)-MWvsMaureen Leighton, Sheryl Atkinson, Samantha Atkinson (s) (Drouin) -STZ
Great Score AnthonyGauci (Birdie) @14
MannyBorg(Birdie) @8
Neil Muirhead (Birdie) @4
Lee Wilson (Birdie) @14
Brayden Taylor (Birdie) @8
Justin Keily(Birdie) @8
PeterRodaughan (Birdie) @14
Nearest to Pin: 4th MarkMetcalfe
8th Brayden Taylor 14th AnthonyGauci
MORWELL
Ladies 26th April, 2023 StablefordFinal
Silver Spoon
Silver SpoonWinner: CPeter
Winner: CPeter 36pts c.b
DTL: NTePaa 36pts
NTP: 2nd CPeter 8th NTePaa 11th CPeter
15th Lvan Rooy
Birdies: 15th Lvan Rooy
TRAFALGAR
WednesdayWomen’sresults 26/4/23 –Par
Winner: Nola Fordham (34) with +4
RunnersUp: Donna Melon (21) with +1 c/b
Down the Line: Cheryl Toyne and Judith
Hirschfield with +1
NTP: 5th Linda Chapple 13th Nola Fordham
9-Hole Winner: Bron Wallace (22) with +1
9-Hole Runner-Up: BethLansdown squ, Sonia Roberts -1
Gobblers: Cheryl Toyne on the 13th
SeniorsResults Thursday, 27thApril,16
Women, 31 Men (
Winners: Frank Edmonds &Sue Williams
(42)
RunnersUp: PeterCooke& Nola Fordham (41 c/b)
DTL: RegBarsdell &TonyPrice (41), Rod Brisbane &Jan Griffin(40) SteveGould &Cheryl Toyne,(40), Chris Griffin&Beth
Lansdown (39), Aileen McNair &Gavin Patchett(38)
NTP: Nola Fordham, NormMether
Bradmans: Jeff Pickburn&Christine Payne
Friday,April 28th 2023, Open Men’s&
Ladies Stableford
Winner: Troy Makepeace 45 pts
Runner Up: Laurie Snowball 36 pts C/B
DTL’s: Noel Cornish 36, LeonardFouracre
35, Brian Fox 34, Michael Higginson 33, Toby Fruend 33 C/B
Birdies: 5th: Brian Fox, IanBrowne,Peter
McKinnon 13th:Kane Makepeace,Simon
Petty15th: Toby Fruend
Saturday,April 29th 2023, Stableford
AGrade Winner: ScottMcKinnon 39 pts
C/B
BGrade Winner: Max Taylor 37 pts
DTL’s: Jack Marshall 39, John Tabuteau 38, RayWilliams 37,Chad McKie 37,Nic Blake 37,Tim Cross 36, WarwickGriggs 36, Chris Moody 35, RexDaly35, Tony Gray 35, Ray Wiseman 35
NTP’s: 2nd: RexDaly5th:TonyGray11th: Jack Marshall 13th:GregDonohue 15th: PeterBurghardt
YALLOURN
Stableford27th April, 2023
Winner: J. Budge 27pts
DTL: B. Brown25pts,M Bishop 34pts
NTP: 3rdB.Brown, 8th J. Budge,14th H. Ware
MOE Racing Club’s traditional ANZAC Day meeting suffered an unfortunate cancellation.
The meeting had to be called off following the death of jockey Dean Holland at a meeting in Donald (in the Mallee region) the day before.
Holland fell from his horse during arace on Monday, April 24.
Racing Victoria (RV) and the Victorian Jockeys Association (VJA) confirmed that Victoria’s ANZAC Day meetings at Flemington and Moe would not proceed.
“RV, following consultation with the VJA, has determined that tomorrow’s ANZAC Day race meetings at Flemington and Moe will not proceed as programmed out of respect to Dean and the Holland family,” Racing Victoria said in astatement.
The statement also promised afurther update on the reprogramming of any races in due course.
Members of the racing industry are encouraged to use the free, confidential counselling service STABLELINE on 1300 530 122 if they need support during this tragic time.
ROUND 3saw the start of ajam-packedLatrobe Valley Baseball season, with Round 1starting for junior teams.
In AGrade,Trent Job didn’t allow asingle run as Moe/Newborough Dodgers defeated Traralgon Redsox 15-0.
Job led things off on thehillfor the Dodgers, lasting six innings, allowing three hits and zero runs while striking out two and walking zero.
Will Brooker was on hill for Traralgon Redsox. The pitcher went four and two-thirds innings, allowing nine runs on eight hits and striking out two.
Malachi Dillon and Andrew McConville Sr entered the game as relief, throwing two thirds of an innings and one third of an inning respectively.
Adouble by Jordan Spiteri in the first innings wasapositivestart forTraralgon,but they just couldn’t keep up with the Dodgers.
Nathan Simpson boosted things for the Dodgers going4-for-5 at the plate with asingle in the first, single in the third, single in the fifth, and smashing out ahomer in the sixth.
Sale Rangers scored more runs than Churchill Braves, taking victory to the tune of 7-3.
Joel Hector led things off on the mound for Sale Rangers, throwing seven innings. He allowed allowed three runs on five hits and struck out six.
Matt Priorstartedthe game for the Braves. The left hander lastedfourinnings,allowing nine hits and seven runs while striking out two.
Jarrod Thomas threw two innings in relief.
Sale got things moving in the first innings, with Kevin Arbuthnot grounding out to score two runs.
The Rangers tallied three runs in the third innings. The biginning was thanks to an error on aballput intoplay by WillHector and aDouble by Joel Hector
BGRADE: Moe/Newborough 4def Traralgon 3, Sale 10 defMorwell 5.
CGRADE: Traralgon 13 def Moe/Newborough 5, Morwell 12 def Sale 9.
Friendstofoes:
JUNIOR FOOTBALL
BY TOM HAYESJUNIOR football is in full swing now across Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley, with the start of the Central Gippsland Junior Football League season, and the resumption of the Traralgon District Junior Football League.
TARWIN made light work of MDU, scoring nine goals to none.
Despiteagoalless first term forbothsides,Tarwin bolted in the second, scoring five goals to lead by 33 points at half time.
They continued to grow their lead, leading by 60 points at the final siren, 9.8 (62) to 0.2 (2).
Jake Andronaco starred with five goals for the Sharks Moewere too good for Hill End.
After leading by fivepoints at the first break,Hill End considerably dropped off as the Lions resurged.
Moe scored eight goals to two in the final three quarters to run away as 29-point winners, 8.6 (54) to 3.7(25).
Newborough asserted their dominancewith a monster 56-point win over Mirboo North.
Newborough managed to keep the Tigers scoreless in two quarters, as they continued to pile on the scoreboard.
Afive-goal final term allowed the Bulldogs to comfortably win, 10.13 (73) to 2.5 (17).
Morwell Eagles had the bye.
MOE Lions kept Hill End scoreless for the first three quarters, winning by 26 points, 5.8 (38)to 2.0 (12).
Tarwin were far too good for YallournNorth,
keeping them scoreless, defeating them by 76-points, 11.10 (76) to 0.0 (0).
Corner Inlet Stingrays won aclose one on the road against MDU, their first quarter good enough to see the game out by 10 points, 4.7 (31) to 3.3 (21).
Eagles Navy scored atwo goal win over Eagles Royal, aftera16-pointdeficit at halftime, Navy scored sixgoals to one in the second half to walk away as winners, 8.4 (52) to 6.4 (40).
Newborough got the better of Mirboo Northagain in convincing fashion, winning by 41 points, 7.10 (52) to 1.5 (11).
MOE Lions defeated Hill End by eight points, 3.2 (20) to 2.0 (20); Tarwin Sharks defeated Yallourn North by 21 points, 3.3 (21) to 0.0 (0); MDU defeated Corner Inlet Stingrays by 26 points, 6.2 (38) to 2.0 (12); Eagles Royal defeated Eagles Navy by 17 points, 4.6 (30) to 2.1 (13); Newborough Bulldogs defeated MirbooNorth Tigersbytwo points,1.2 (8) to 1.0 (6).
SOUTH Side were too good for West End, as they held onto astrong buffer.
South Side continually putWest Endtothe sword, kicking five goals to one in the second half to win convincingly by 39 points, 10.9 (69) to 4.6 (30).
Jaxon Murdoch and Rivah Conway starred, with four and three goals respectively.
TEDAS hammered Pax Hill by 137 points.
TEDAS were up by 75 points at the first break, before scoring was stopped at the end of the half, as TEDASheld a137-pointadvantage, 20.17 (137) to 0.0 (0).
Levi Macumber scored six goals, while Hudson Anderson kicked four, the two contributingfor half of the Tigers’ goals.
Yinnar won their first game sincejoiningthe
league, defeating Police Boys by 25 points.
Although the firsthalf was fairly even,Yinnar managedtocreatetheir buffer in the second term, as goals consistentlyarose for both teams in the second half.
The Magpies recorded a25-point win,12.8(80) to 8.7 (55).
Combined Saints had thebye.
CHURCHILL defeated Combined Saints, which turned out to be the closest game, as every other fixture in U13s was mercy ruled.
The Cougars piled on the goals, but not too many, as Combined Saints stayed within reaching distance.
Churchillblewaheadinthe secondhalf, kicking six goals to two to run away as 43-point winners, 9.9 (63) to 3.2 (20).
West Endmercy ruled Rosedale in the second quarter while the score read 9.8 (62) to 0.0 (0).
TEDAS mercy ruled Pax Hill in the second term while the score read 8.12 (60) to 0.0 (0).
Police Boys mercy ruled Yinnar in the second quarter while the score read 11.10 (76) to 0.0 (0).
South Side had no mercy for Glengarry, mercy ruling them in the first half while the score read 14.16 (100) to 0.0 (0).
TEDAS defeated Pax Hill by 60 points, 9.12 (66) to 1.0 (6); Combined Saints defeated Churchill by 31 points, 9.9 (63) to 4.8 (32); Police Boys edged Yinnar by one point, 3.9(27) to 4.2(26);South Side defeated Glengarry by 60 points, 13.8 (86) to 4.2 (26); West End vRosedale no score supplied.
WEST Enddefeated Rosedale by 45 points,9.5 (59) to 2.2 (14); TEDAS defeated Pax Hill by 24 points,
5.4 (34) to 1.4 (10); Churchill defeated Combined Saints by two points, 1.2 (8) to 1.0 (6); Police Boys defeated Yinnar by 16 points, 4.1(25) to 1.3 (9); SouthSidemercy ruledGlengarryinthe third term, the score reading 7.3 (45) to 0.0 (0).
CARS filled the streets of Bank and Francis in Traralgon as people packed into Duncan Cameron Reserve.
On the morning of ANZACDay,some would have had early starts due to the dawn service.
The U15s put on ahighly entertaining match for theANZAC Day crowd, as 28 goalssailed through theuprightsbetween the two sides.
South Side got off to an incredible startand continued to dominate the openingthree quarters, holding a73-point lead at three-quarter-time.
But Police Boys kicked true in the final quarter, kicking six goals to one to drag the margin back to 42 points at the final siren, 17.14 (116) to 11.8 (74).
Murdoch starred once again for South Side on this day, kicking six goals.
South Side almost completedaclean sweep of Police Boys on the day, winning two of the remaining three fixtures.
In the U13s SouthSide were dominant, winning by 48 points, 15.4 (94) to 7.4 (46), while they were just as convincing in the U11s, winning by 60 points, 9.13 (67) to 1.1 (7).
Yetinthe U9s, Police Boys prevailed in alowscoring encounter.
Despitenot scoring for the half, PoliceBoys kicked three goals straight to 1.1 (7) in the final half to overrun South Side and record athree-point win, 3.0 (18) to 2.3 (15).
Listening in: Police Boys take some advice during the half time break against South Side Photograph: TomHayes
BEING abletorepresentyourstate can be seen as quitethe achievement in the sporting world. This was areality for Traralgon local Ben Waller, who not only playedfor VictoriaCountry, but captained the side as well.
“It was an honour, the position was team picked, to so think that my teammatesthought so highly of me, Iwas extremelygrateful,” Waller said.
“Personally Idedicated many, many hours during the week in my own time making sure that Iwas prepared and in peak form.
“We did alot of work on buildingvalues in which we felt would best represent who we wanted to be at the championship.”
Wallerhas just recently returned from state duties, where he led Vic Country to asilvermedal in the Under 18 National Championships.
Up in Brisbane, the National Championships brings the best U18 playersfrom around the country to compete, the format is popular in most sports.
This was the third time that Waller had been selected to represent Vic Country, his first call up in 2021 was cancelled due to the COVID pandemic.
After asuccessful preliminary stage of the competition, Vic Country recorded four wins and two losses, enough to progress to the knockout stages. Their first task in the knockoutphase was against NewSouthWales Country, in agamethat stretched down to the wire.
Waller recorded the equal-most points for Vic Country, 14, alongwith two assists and four blocks, as they completed anine-point win over NSW Country, 69-60.
As they progressed to the semi-final,Vic Country discovered they wouldhave to play tournament favourites and reigning champions, Queensland South.
Waller featured with 13 points, four assists and two blocks, as Vic Country did the unimaginable to progress to the Grand Final -defeating QLD South 92-89, for achanceatagold medal.
In anail-biting finish, Vic Country held a
three-point lead at the final buzzer, after aperiod of overtime was needed.
It was the first time in 20 years that Vic Country U18s made aGrand Final at the Championships, sparking interest throughout the competition.
The GrandFinaldidn’t go as planned, as Vic Country went downheavily to Victoria Metro, 90-51, but nonetheless plenty of experience was gained by the squad.
Their effortsdid notgounwatched, as they received messagesfrom around the country, including avideo message from NBLside, Melbourne United’s coach, Dean Vickerman.
At the end of the day, there is nothing wrong with silver.
“The championships wentgreat,wehad the strong ability to learn from our losses which would further build us toward our earned silver medal,” Waller said.
“We definitely exceeded expectations. Vic Country is always seen as less of athreat compared to other teams, so to prove peoplewrong was aterrific experience.”
Friendship appeared to work well within the team, according to Waller, as he believes “it made all the other stuff easy”.
Earlier in 2023, Waller won gold at the Australian Country Junior Basketball Cup, so I’m sure that memory hasn’t dispersed.
Waller is continuing to grow as abasketballer, doing so by attending Talent Identification and Australia Selection Camps in order to prosper as an athlete.
“My next step is to focus on having asuccessful Under 18 and youth league season with the hopes of getting involved with the association’s NBL1 team,” Waller said.
He is solely focussingonworking withthe Casey Cavaliers U18 and U23 teams, with that NBL1 team goal in mind.
Waller’s aspirations don’t end there.
“My biggest goal is to represent Australia for the Olympic Boomers and make an impact in the NBL,” he said.
REIGNING premiers, the Moe Newborough Allies, went downonthe weekend to aboisterous Boisdale-Briagolongintheir first game of the Female Football Gippsland 2023 season.
By ZAIDA GLIBANOVIC
MOE’S Under 14 girls’ basketball team won the Division 1Junior Country ChampionshipsatTraralgon on Sunday, April 16, in anail-biting one-point victory over the Wodonga Wolves in the last few seconds of the game. With four seconds left on the clock, Woodonga were up 34-33, but Moe didn’tstophustling. With ajump ball call in the dyingseconds going the Moe girl’s way, apassfrom well over the halfcourt to thetop of the two-point line saw the girls able to put up ashot in the very last second to get the win.
Hollie Jackson has coached the team since they were under the age of 10 and has won the JuniorCountry Championships before and set the goal to win it again in 2023.
“Not only as the coach but also the parent of aplayer,winning this title is the highlightofmybasketball coaching career. To see all the girls workso hard on their skills and development throughout the season, both on and off the court, along with our major focus on teamwork, to see it all come together when it counted the most, was amazing!”
“Moe Meteors U14 Girls have now received an invite to compete at the Kumon Classic held in Dandenong in June. The best 128 teams (both boys
and girls) from across Australia compete in the tournament, with teams from Metropolitan Melbourne and RegionalVictoria able to qualify while interstate teams fromNew South Wales,Canberra, WesternAustralia, NorthernTerritory, Queensland, South Australia and New Zealand all able to nominate and qualify,” she added.
The Moe Meteorsare incredibly proud of their Under 14’s team, as Jacksonsaidthat thiswas the second time aMoe team had won aDivision 1Country Championships Title.
“The last time was 10 years ago when Jaz Shelley (former Moe Meteors player that now plays USA College Basketball for Nebraska Cornhuskers) played in the team. Jaz sent apersonal congrats to the girls and plansoncatching up for asession withthe team when she returns home next month on break,” said Jackson.
Moe had great court successes in the past month as in the Under 18 Girls Division 3, Moe Meteorstook away the competition in a48-35 victory over MeltonThoroughbreds. The Under 12 girls also showcased their dominance and went back-to-back winning their second Division 3Championship title.
“Local associations from Gippsland have been wellrepresented across all Junior Country Championships this year in all divisions, including winsbyKorumburra,Traralgonand Warragul, alongwith Grandfinal
appearancesbyBairnsdale, Foster, Sale, Traralgon and Wonthaggi.This explains why the Gippsland United Basketball Association has so many strong teams competing this season in VJBL,” Moe coach Jackson said.
“This has been the most successful two years Basketball Moe have had at Country Champs with [coaching staff Hollie, Maddie and Jorjie-Belle working together to get wins in U14 Girls Division 4Champs 2022, U12 Girls Division 3Champs 2022, U18 Girls Division 3Champs 2023, U14 Girls Division 1Champs 2023 and U12 Girls Division 3Champs 2023.”
The Junior CountryChampionships
are conducted yearly for the U12, U14, U16 and U18 age groups. Regional affiliated associationsand country Victorian athletes are accepted as events are held over multiple days in around-robin and knock-out setting. Athrilling two days of basketball competitionunfolded in Traralgon, with 11 teams emergingvictorious across all divisions on Sunday afternoon. Basketball Victoria thanked Traralgon AmateurBasketball Association for hosting the event and thankedall participatingassociations, athletes, parents, officials, coaches, volunteers, and administrators who created amemorable experience.
The Bombers started the game with 16 players on the field with several late outs The Allies started strong, leading early with one goal kicked by Kaylah Thorburn and the other by playing coachLynette (Louie) Patten. After scores were even in the first team at two goals apiece, the bombers surged in the second quarter, kicking five straight. The Allies could do littletostop the bleeding,only managing a single point after the first changeover, while the final score was Boisdale-Briagolong 9.1 (55) to Moe Newborough 2.1 (13).
Emily Porter led the way for the Bombers, kicking four goals.
Best for Boisdale-Briagongwas Porter, Madi Shingles, Maddy Dalton, Amanda Hancock, Meg Graham and Laura Jonston.
Among the best for the Moe-Newborough’s Allies were Thorburn,Jacinta Davis, Caitlyn Beale, Poppy Owen-Vedderss, Emily Ogden and Hannah van Breugel.
After ayear’s break from competition, the Bombers have started their 2023 season campaign strong, beating lastyear’s premiers. With some critical additions to the team expected in the nextfew weeks,Boisdale Briagolong will look to continue from this win and shake up the competition. While all is not lost for the Allies, the women’s team will look to improve on their effortsasthey face Lindenow South next Sunday, May 7.
In the other game for the round, Drouin was easily beaten by Lindenow South 9.6 (60) to 1.1 (7).
The Latrobe Valley Express, Wednesday, 3May,
Balance: Ronald Kong in action for Gippsland United under 18s Photograph supplied
SOCCER
LVSL
NEWBOROUGH/YALLOURN Soccer Club
will celebrate its centenary next month.
The Combine is inviting anyone who was involved with the old Yallourn Soccer Club, or the current Newborough/Yallourn United SoccerClubtocome alongfor the celebration. The club has created arich history in 100 years, including afamous state championship win (as Yallourn SC) in the early 1950s.
Newborough/Yallourn willgather on Friday, June 16 for their centenary.
Venue: Moe Racing Club.
Time: 7pm.
Cost: $50 ahead.
Tickets can be purchased at theclub,or by phoning Steve Baldacchino on 0412 203 690, or emailing nyuscpresident@gmail.com
Afree commemorative glasswill go with each ticket sold.
THE sun was shining for the first home match of the season at Latrobe City Stadium.
UNDER 12
THE Under12pre-NPLGippslandboyshit the pitch in their new season strip againstastrong Langwarrin outfit. It was all Langwarrin early, as theirmidfield dominance createdplenty of scoring opportunities, keeping thedefence of Liam Arbon, Oliver Lee andLewis Manzo very busy, working hard to defend the goal and win their individual duels.
The crowd gasped when Hudson Reissalmost scored from afreekick, putting agreat ball just over thecrossbar.
Keeper Romeo Vitale was exceptional, saving three near goalsand providing good clearance work to keep Gippsland in the hunt, trailing by just one goal at halftime.
Coach Manzo rallied the troops at halftime, and they cameout withaburst of energy, dominating play early through the middle as Ryan Ogg, Blake Breheny, Dino Grbic, Lucas O’Dowd and Isaac Sharp all upped their workratetocreate opportunity.
Harry Lee troubled the defencewithhis run and pressure, and Sidney Box was atirelessworker who kept running and creating all day.
Keeper Quinn Asmussen came on with impact,
producing an incredible save from apenalty kick, and Beckham Bremner added great defensive pressure in the second half.
Some late goals to Langwarrin meant afour-nil score line didn’t reflect what wasaclose encounter for the most part, with the improving United squad starting to gel together as ateam.
UNDER 14
THE boys gotoff to astrong start in theirseason with a6-0 win against Goulburn Valley Suns FC at home.
Mitch Dastey set the tone early, blasting agoal into the top corner within the firsttwo minutes of the game.
An excellent cross from Declan Ryan soon after allowedHamishCrosbie to scorethe second.Mitch continued his good form with across that Henry Knight converted to goal number three.
PatrickFraynerepeatedly showcased his solid skills, and was everywhere on the pitch, recalling the Roy Kent chant for Ted Lasso fans. Patrick’s pass, which Henry converted to another goal, brought the score to 4-0.
The centre attacking midfield line kept up the pressure throughout the first half, with Julian Bremner fighting hard to get the ball to Maurice Baldacchino, who scored goal number five.
The second half lacked the intensity of the first but, by this stage, the game was won.
Maurice, coming from the wing, struck the post, which BillPrior easily moppedupfor thesixth and final goal.
The Gippsland defence was unwavering
throughout, barely allowing the ball to get past the midline, helping the boys to secure victory.
UNDER 18
THE Under 18 boys faced Box HillUnited in Round 1ofthe 2023 NPL regular season,ona warm afternoon in Morwell.
Box Hill started the game on the front foot, having afew good chances to open the scoring, before eventually breaking downthe Gippsland backline andfinding the net 15 minutes into the game. However, Gippsland wouldn’t let the game slip away just yet, as abeautiful through ball led AbrahamKonyiinbehind theBox Hill defence levelled the scoring at 1-1.
Nineminutes later, some brilliant first-time passing from the Gippslandattackled Ronald Kong through on goal, who slottedthe ball intothe bottom corner to see Gippsland turn the game around. Box Hill continued to dominate the half, but went into halftime down against astrong defensive Gippsland side.
In the second half, Box Hill came out firing, scoring an equaliser in the first two minutes, and registering their third and fourth goals quickly, makingit4-2 before the 10th minuteofthe second half.
Within the games hour mark, they found their fifth goal, making acomeback for Gippsland seem impossible.
The Gippsland boys weren’t able to create chances going forward, however were able to hold off the strong Box Hill attackfor the remaining half an hour, resulting in a5-2 loss.
LVSL
BY LAURIE WILLIAMSROUND6 of the Latrobe Valley Soccer League went largely to script.
Moe continued theirrich vein of form with a trouncing of Sale, and matchofthe roundhonours went to Fortuna 60 in athrillingencounter against Newborough/Yallourn.
The other two games saw Falcons2000 and Tyers win against Olympians and Churchill respectively.
IN the match of the round,Fortuna 60 hosted Newborough/Yallourn, in agame that was nothing short of physical but enthralling.
With both clubs amongstthe top five stronghold, avictory to either one of them would ensure their opposition wouldfind it that extra little bit harder to content for league championship honours come season’s end.
Newborough/Yallourn started the stronger and scored the only goal of the first half to give them
a1-0 lead at thebreak
Thehomesidecame out full of zest in the second stanza,and it was soon 1-1 as LachieFrendo scored acontenderfor goal of the season as his long-range effort left the opposing goalkeeper no chance.
The Combine were not to be denied,and they soon retook the lead via apenalty. With the Orangemen pushing for an equaliser,
the intensity of the game lifted, and soon it was 2-2 with Ollie Spiteri equalising from aDJMatar cross. With the support of their home fans, Fortuna was simply too strong, in the final stages as they laid on three more goals to put the contest to bed.
TYERS LIGHTNING VS CHURCHILL UNITED
WITH both teams pointlessthusfar in season 2023,both sides hadapointtoprove,which in itself brought aboutacontest thatwas exciting from start to finish.
Churchill got off to aperfect start, going up twonil, and withintouching distance of along-awaited victory.
Tyers, aclub built on afoundation of hard work and never-say-die attitude, threw everything bar the kitchen sink at the Rams, and created history with arguably one of their best wins in history as they piled on four unanswered goals to win 4-2, and in turn bring about only their second ever victory against Churchill.
While the Lightningwouldhavecelebratedhard into the night, questions now must be asked within the Churchill ranks as to what needs to be done to get their season back on track.
TRARALGON OLYMPIANS VS FALCONS
2000
AFTER anightmare last weekend against Moe United, Falcons were baying for blood on Sunday, and Olympians wereunfortunatelyonthe receiving end as the defending champions made light work of their youthful opponents.
TheBirds started like ahouseonfire, with early goals to Nonda Lazarisand Josh Patterson. Amidfield mixuphoweverallowed Andre Antonopoulos to score, to bring the contest back to life.
Apenalty to Jamie Pistrin restored the two-goal advantage for Falcons, but in the second half, an error by keeper Charles Simon gave Olympians hope again.
Falcons were simply too strong all day, and further goals to Harley Broadbent(brace) and Lazaris gave the away side what it required; three points and confidence leading into theirall-important clash with Pegasus in afortnight’s time.
MOEVSSALE
THERE was afestival of footballinMoe on Saturday night.
The Red Devil’s played Sale under lights, just hours after Moe’s football (Australian rules) team recorded a50-point victory down the road at Ted Summerton Reserve.
For the full report, turn to page 27.
MOE VFORTUNA (SATURDAY NIGHT 7PM)
MATCHofthe round comes to Moe this Saturday night in ablockbuster betweentwo high-flying sides lookingtocontinuetheirpush for the summit of theleague table.
After ademolition job on Salelastweekend (9-1 victory), Moe will be full of confidence, whilst Fortuna will be equally as buoyed by their win against Newborough/Yallourn United.
NEWBOROUGH/YALLOURN VS TYERS LIGHTNING (SUNDAY 3PM)
NEWBOROUGH/YALLOURN return home, looking to get back to winning ways against aTyers outfit that will be brimming with confidence after picking up their first win of the campaign. The Combine will be expected to win but the Lightning will put up abrave fight.
SALE UNITED VS OLYMPIANS (SUNDAY 3PM)
WITH both sides on the receiving end of drubbings the week before, each will be looking to rid the error of their ways with three points to ensure they get back on track.
CHURCHILL UNITED VS MONASH (SUNDAY 3PM)
THE beautiful thingabout our game is that you always havenext weektoredeem yourself. Churchill will be afforded that opportunity this weekend against aMonash side who have worked exceptionally hard for little reward thus far in season 2023.
Monash will be expecting three points but Churchill aren’t aclub that throw in the towel.
BYE-FALCONS 2000 AND MORWELL PEGASUS
MOE Unitedwomen came up against astrong Sale Unitedsideatthe weekend, in Round 6of the Latrobe Valley Soccer League. While the scoreboardshowed alopsidedcontest, it was also clearly evident the match was between two teams at different stages.
Sale United proved their deserving of the top-ladder position, with five goals from Hollie Ryan, four goalsfromDaniWilson, three from Anouk Meereboer and agoal from Madelaine Breakspear sealing the Swanettes’ 13-1 win over avery inexperienced Red Devils.
While it took Sale some time to get out of first gear, the current ladder leaders killed the game by the half-hour mark, with Wilsonscoring the opening goalinthe 11th minute, followed by a second in the 15th.
Ryan added athirdgoalfor Sale in the 20th minute, Wilson afourth in the 23rd minute, and Ryan stretching the Swanettes lead to 5-0 in the 29th minute.
Bagging ahat-trick in 20 minutes, Ryan extended Sale’s lead to 6-0 in the 38th minute.
Playingcoach Breakspear scored ascreamer fromoutside 18-yards in the 41st minute. Ryan scored her fourth goal before the break,taking
the Swanettes to an 8-0 lead heading into the second half.
Ryan scored her fifth goal to open the second half.
MoeUnited tookadvantage of acomplacentSale, with Summer Cooper scoring aconsolidation goal in the 55th minute.
Sale immediately replied,with SUFC senior men’s coach Anouk Meereboer scoring two goals in two minutes just before the hour mark.
Meereboer completed the hat-trick in the 80th minute, while Wilson sealed the Swanettes’ 13-0 win, scoring her fourth goal in the 85th minute.
While the youngMoe team fought hard, they were unable to stop Sale’s onslaught of goals, leaving Meereboer tied for top goal scorer with Falcons 2000’s Savannah Lapenta, and Wilson third by the end of Round 6.
Remaining undefeated with five wins from five games, conceding just two goals for agoal difference of 46, Sale United senior women retainedtheir top ladder position in front of Fortuna and Falcons.
Fortuna ‘60 proved too goodfor Newborough/ Yallourn United,finding the net twice early doors
Fortuna scored athird goal before the break, and then returned to score alategoal in the second half, defeating the visitors 4-0.
Nettingfourgoals,a goal from Sophie Jarvis and ahat-trick for Emily Brabazon and, while keeping acleansheet, Fortuna ought to be happy with that. Morwell PegasusdefeatedTraralgon City 3-1; Monash was no match for East Gippsland United,
SOCCER LVSL
BY TOM HAYESTHE traditionalANZAC Day fixture between Churchill United and Fortuna 60 was played on Tuesday, April 25, to adecent-sized crowd.
Although these two sides have featured on either end of the Latrobe Valley Soccer League ladder, the turnout for the occasion at Hazelwood South Reserve still exceeded expectations.
It was simply one way traffic in favour of the visitors, who dominated the day, scoring 14 goals to two across reserves and seniors.
In the reserves, it didn’t take long for Fortuna to find the back on the net, holding alead after eight minutes.
Theydoubled their lead 10 minutes later,but Churchillnabbed one backagainst the run of play midway through the first half.
Moments before Churchill’s goal, they were reduced to 10 men, so the fact that they managed to score at least once was impressive.
Fortunaadded another to take a3-1 lead into the half.
The second half would see Fortuna add five moregoals, in the46th, 58th,66th, 70th and 85th minutes.
As the final whistle blew, the score read 8-1 to Fortuna, as preparations for the main event began
As playerslined up to face the crowd, arendition of The LastPostechoedthrough the stands, as was the Australian and New Zealand nationalanthems
Churchill and Fortuna playersline up beforethe Anzac Dayformalities
Churchilldonned aspecial one-offkit, with poppies making the red stripe.
As the action kicked-off, it would soon turn into asimilar game to the reserves, Fortuna holding possession and having rich chances.
After 20 minutes, Fortuna held a2-0 lead after goals in the 11th and 17th minutes.
They were fortunate however not to drop to 10 men, after an altercation with aplayer saw him cautioned, but on thin ice.
With a2-0 lead, Fortuna was comfortably ahead, but Churchill was not out of the contest yet.
Early into the second half, Fortuna managed two quick goals, in reply to Churchill’sfirst, leadingto a4-1 scoreline after 50 minutes.
Fortuna would find two more in the remaining 10 minutes of the game,asthe threepoints moved closer and closer into their territory. Finally, in the 82nd and 90th minutes, Fortuna extended the lead to four, then five, boasting a6-1 lead at the final whistle.
The win put Fortunatothe topofthe ladder after Round 5, and thanks to their Round 6win, they stay on top for another week.
with the Latrobe Valley side going down 14-0, while Tyers Lightning beat Churchill 5-1.
Falcons 2000 had the bye.
This weekend, Moe hosts Fortuna in Round 7of the Latrobe Valley Soccer League. Tyers Lightning head to Newborough, Churchill hostsMonash, Traralgon Citymeet Falcons2000inMorwell, while EGUFC takes on hosts Morwell Pegasus. Sale has the bye.
