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Community service award for Lesley Monteath
Cathy back as Indi MP
■ Yea volunteer helper Lesley Monteath has been honoured for her volunteer work at St Luke’s Op Shop. Mrs Monteath was presented with the David Long Community Service Award at the Rotary Club of Yea changeover dinner held at Maranatha Hall. ● Indi MHR Cathy McGowan ■ Independent MHR Cathy McGowan had a convincing win against Liberal Sophie Mirabella for the seat of Indi in the Federal election at the weekend. In early counting at the weekend, Ms McGowan attained 41,127 votes (54.7 per cent) after preferences, compared to Mrs Mirabella o n 34,030 (34.0 per cent). In first preference vote counting, Mrs McGowan increased her vote by 3.6 per cent to 26,127. Mrs Mirabella attained 20,350 votes (27.1 per cent), down 17.6 per cent, for a 27.1 per cent. Marty Corboy, for the Nationals, attracted 13,707 votes, up 18.2 per cent. Eric Kerr, the Labor candidate, won 7268 first preference votes (9.7 per cent share), down 2.0 per cent. Others won 7712 votes (10.3 per cent), down 2.2 per cent. ● Rob Mitchell (Labor) had a convincing win in the seat of McEwen. More details on P10.
The award was announced by the outgoing President of the Rotary Club of Yea, Jeannie Handsaker, and presented by Rotary charter member Ric Long. “When the Op Shop moved from the olr railway station to High St, Fr Peter Tinney approached Lesley Monteath to take on the role of day-to-day management of the shop,” said Mrs Handsaker, with notes from Fr Thomas Leslie of St Luke’sAnglican Parish. “Lesley had some experience in retail and was keen to undertake some volunteer work. “The role has developed hugely under her time as a volunteer and the task has grown in size as time progressed. “She attends the Op Shop each weekday it is open and checks in on a Saturday. “Lesley works amicably with more than 40 volunteers from all parts of the Yea and district community, who assist the Op Shop in some way. She also takes the responsibility for training new volunteers,” Fr Leslie said. ● Continued on Page 5
Lakers too good for Yea
■ Kinglake 18.8 (116) defeated Yea 8.13 (61) in a muddy local football derby at Yea on Saturday. Turn to Page 23 for a match report, and score-board details. ■ The Tigers v Lakers match came as prominent Kinglake identities Cam Caine and Ross Buchanan released their book, Embracing The Embers, written with Rick Wall. The 292-page book is available in paperback from Amazon at $63.95, and on Kindle for $11.07.
SERVICE ON FRI. FOR ROY FOX
● Lesley Monteath receiving the David Long Community Service Award
■ A service will be held at 11.30am on Friday (July 8) at the Yarck Public Hall to celebrate the life of Roy Fox OAM who died last Tuesday (June 28), at age 98. Roy was a well-respected farmer of ‘Waverley St Bee’s’at Kanumbra; a former Alexandra Shire President; prominent Rotarian; ex-Chairman of Yarck Rural Fire Brigade; and President of Alexandra Pastoral and Agricultural Show Committee for many years. David Anderson of the Rotary Club of Yea paid tribute to the man, who with Reg Scott, brought the service organisation to Yea. “His memory is very dear in our hearts.” Condolences ro Rhyll and Ric; and Sharon, and families.
● Roy Fox
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After five years of trading as a retail shop with Cafe, Country Woman is undergoing a transition which will see the closure of the woman’s fashion retail shop to make way for some fresh new changes. Our popular cafe will continue to operate and we have a brand new personality adding her special mix of creativity and professionalism to the max. Nici Thomspon, who is very well known in Alexandra, is opening a new retail shop on the current site and will be creating a much needed combination of flowers and floral arrangements together with innovative sculptures and giftware. This will complement our new Gallery wich will be open by September and will be created by Julian Bruere who will bring another level of expertise to the project. Art exhibition and workshop events are planned and will be coordinated with our cafe. Until than our huge sale and stock clearance will continue until sold out.
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● Nici Thompson is bringing her floral design business to Yea ■ Floral designer Nici Thompson is expanding her business to Yea, and will share some of the premises with the Country Woman cafe that will continue at 6-8 Station St, run by Grant and Cindy Oppy. Nici hopes to run her business, 8.30am5.30pm, Wednesday-Monday, from Yea. Nici’s love for floral design came from her mother, Marcia Lamrock, who lives in Whanregarwen Rd, Molesworth. Nici’s professional life started as a graphic designer in Sydney, and then as a travel agent that has taken her worldwide. Her mother was working in art galleries in Sydney, prior to her move with father, Chris, about 20 years ago. Nici moved locally 15 years ago. Her husband, Robert, works as a baker at Buck’s Bakery, Yarck. Marcia taught floristry courses, and mother-and-daughter have studied with the Floral Art Society, and share a passion for Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. ‘Flowers by Nici Thompson’ has been operating from premises at Bakers Lane, Alexandra, which will be transferred to her home studio. Nici specialises in event work, particularly for weddings, corporate functions and private luncheons, funerals, and special events such as new-borns, birthdays and ‘just because’. Nici says she is particularly looking forward to displaying tables by local wood-turner Bob Ashe, and works by artisan Alastair Mason, on consignment. Nici says she is looking forward to working with Grant and Cindy Oppy who are closing their women’s fashion division, but continuing with their cafe., A new gallery will also be open by September, curated by Julian Bruere. ● Flowers by Nici Thompson. 6-8 Station St, Yea. Phone: 0400 154 047. nici.thmpson@hotmail.com
● Hamish Fella and Kerryn Rishworth are part of the Landmark Yea team ■ Landmark Yea’s latest additions to the team Hamish enjoys camping, time with mates, are thoroughly enjoying their new lives in the and shooting. He is recently returned from ‘Tottenham’, below Dubbo, where a team of district. Hamish Falla, 18, joined Chris Pollard’s live- three scored 17 pigs. Hamish says he is impressed with the Yea stock team earlier this year, and says Yea is a way of life where people know others by name. good community with good people. He is on a learning curve with his first Yea Kerryn Rishworth, with 35 years’ sales and marketing experience, and now working in the winter with local people telling him it hasn’t got Landmark Yea real estate division, is making a cold yet. He is also looking forward to his first Turn To Page 6 new life in Yea with partner Ken Leveque, and Spring season here. the couple are looking forward to their wedding at their Yea property in November. ★ Hamish Falla was born in Tooboorac, and raised in Wangaratta. His father Rob managed cattle property in the north-east. As a teenager, Hamish started working as with Landmark Wangaratta one day a week for 2½-years. It’s confirmed. The Local Paper has the biggest He moved to Yea earlier this year, buying a readership of any newspaper in Murrindindi home in Welch St, near the butter factory. Shire. He says he is keen to grow in the job, and is ✔ FACT: The Local Paper has an unrivalled free enjoying his work under the supervision of Landdistribution network and print run. mark Yea manager Chris Pollard. ✔ FACT: The Local Paper also has the largest Hamish is keen on his work on sale days at online readership. www.LocalPaper.com.au the Yea Saleyards, and is noticing that there are ✔ FACT: The Local Paper has the widest digital more store cattle in the district compared to other coverage with opt-in free e-mail subscriptions. areas. He has also been introduced to some of An energetic local paper for the 21st Century the sheep farming in the district. Hamish says his longer-term ambitions with Verified Free Distribution Landmark Yea are to steadily develop a client Protect Your Advertising Dollars list. Outside of work, Hamish is playing as a midfielder for the Milawa Football Club in the Ovens and King League, currently fourth on the ladder. He smiles when we ask how he might Phone: 5797 2656. Web: www.LocalPaper.com.au look in yellow-and-black.
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● Julie Lynch and Glenys Obsorne
● Marj Hamilton and John Handsaker
● Rotary Club of Yea members Sam Wright and Richard Forde
● Anne Reid and Jeanne Roberts
● Bob Hentschel and Russell Hogg
Rotary Club of Yea Changeover Night Photos by Ash Long
● Ann and Mick McCormack
● John Handsaker and Jeannie Handsaker after John’s award was presented
● Russell Turner provided the music
● Rodney Ridd and John Sinclair
● Sue Carpenter, Pat Dewar and Ann Drysdale
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Yea Rotary raises $177,644
● Sue Chehab of the Yea Pottery Group acknowledges Rotary’s support
● David Mellor says thanks to Yea Rotary from ‘Donations-in-Kind’
■ With membership at its highest level in its 30-year history, the Rotary Club of Yea raised funds totalling $177,644 in the 12 months of extraordinary achievement headed by outgoing President Jeannie Handsaker. The annual changeover night of the service club was held on Thursday (June 30) at Maranatha Hall, Yea. It was a changeover night with a difference incoming President John Bett was unable to attend because of an expected medical situation, following confrontation with some barbed wire. But President Jeannie assured the gathering that John Bett would assume the Presidential respoonsibilities as soon as the clock struck midnight on Friday morning (July 1), the commencement of the new Rotary year. Office bearers for the 2016-17 year include Gary Fitzgerald, Foundation; Marjorie Hamilton, President-Elect; Ian Sichlau, Secretary; Ian Lynch, Treasurer; Glenda Woods, Public Relations; Gary Cocks, Membership; Ann Drysdale, Youth Services; Bob Hentschel, Community Service; Russell Hogg, Music Scholarship; Richard Forde, Yea Races; John Handsaker, Open Gardens; Richard Forde, Racecourse Committee; Marjorie Hamilton, International Service; Les Hall, Sergeant; Pat Sichlau, Program; Ian Sichlau, Public Officer; Keith Baumgartner, Attendance Officer; Rodney Ridd, Club Bulletin;Carol Hogg, Art Show; Paul Kellett, Vocational Service; Bob Dewar, Australia Day Breakfast; Charles Rattray, Christmas Carols; John Bett, Molesworth Bazaar; Rodney Ridd, Senior Citizens Dinner; and Ken Foletta, Club photographer. Presentation of cheques were made by the Rotarians to a number of Yea community organisations. Jeannie Handsaker said one of the highlights of the past year was the 30th birthday of the club, with 130 past and present members attending the celebration at the Shire Hall. Five new members were inducted during the year: Val Howard, David Ngo, Tracey Ulosich, Jill Maddison and Glenn Milliken. Membership Director Gary Cocks’s report said new members to be inducted soon are Mike Hirona of Strath Creek, and Eoghan Dowling of Yea. Honorary members of the club are Daryl Callander, Norm Berndt, Doug Zerbe, Graeme Broadbent, Ken Maxfield and Terry Chaplin. Special mention was made of the late Ruth Konig, and her leadership in organising an amentities block in an African orphange, Dayspring.
● Peter Gilbert receives a cheque for the Rotary Foundation
■ Members of the Rotary Club of Yea have raised considerable funds over the past year for community projects. Service projects included: ■ Aquabox, $1000; ■ Australia Day Breakfast, $670.50; ■ Australian Rotary Health, $1000; ■ Boys Journey (Yea High); $6000; ■ Boys Journey (OEG Groyp), $1000; ■ Cancer Council, $1000; ■ Cancer Council - Morning Tea, $2200; ■ Carols, Cakes, Cards, $1045.60; ■ Christmas - Columbia donation, $500; ■ Christmas Carols, $359.98; ■ Disaster Aid Australia, $1000; ■ Donations in Kind, $1712; ■ Fiji Kindergarten Repair, $1000; ■ Interplast, $1000; ■ Kingsford, $500; ■ Motor Neurone, $500; ■ Oz Harvest, $500; ■ Rotary Oceania MedicalAid for Children, $500; ■ Rotary Foundation, $4197.50; ■ Rotary Youth Leadership Award, $1175; ■ School Bursaries, $1676; ■ School Community Gardens, $2000; ■ Senior Citizens, $98.59; ■ St Luke’s Church Hampers, $500; ■ Yea Community Dinner, $1590; ■ Youth Exchange, $3126; ■ Yea Pottery Group, $400.
Commitments
● Ingrid Knight received a donation for the Yea Community Dinner group
Top honours for Yea locals
■ Rotary’s high personal honour, being awarded as a Paul Harris Fellow, was accorded to four local Yea members at Thursday’s changeover dinner. John Handsaker, Sandra Hanley, Ian Lynch and Peter Tull were each surprised by the announcement made by President Jeannie Handsaker. In Sandra Hanley’s case, it was the third time she has been honoured, this time with a second sapphire. For the past three years, in addition to her normal Rotary activities, Sandra has been Chair of Probus in the district. “Sandra is one of those people who find it hard to say no to a task, and for that reason this club has chosen to present her with sapphire number two,” Jeannie said. ★ Ian Lynch joined Rotary in 2006. He has held a number of the positions in the club: Vocational Director, Art Show Director, Youth Service Director and Treasurer. He was of great support and assistance during the presidency of
Community service Projects funded
● Yea’s newest Paul Harris Fellows, from left: Ian Lynch, Sandra Hanley, Peter Tull and John Handsaker “Ian’s methodical nature and “Ian assists with any technologicomputing-mathematical back- cal requirements of our guest ground has lent itself to the colla- speakers at clubm ettings and on tion, compilation and preparation of special occasions. the annual report, Open Gardens “He oversees the introduction of booklets, Art Show catalogue, and the Art Show artwork program that updating the club’s website,” said has facilitated artists, entries and
“His community involvement consists of L2P driving metor, volunteer at Friends of the Library Book Shop and also the Visitor Information Centre at the Y Water Centre.” ★ Peter Tull began his volunteering career with the Apex Club of Yea. He was elected into Rotary in 2003-04, becoming President in 2007-08. He has been Chairman of Youth Service, assisted on many committees, and participated in the Molesworth East Bazaar. He and wife Kerry have hosted many Youth Exchange students and Rotary Friendship Exchange guests. ★ After 31 long years of running the Yea Newsagency, John Handsaker joined Rotary in 2002, and has served as President, Treasurer, Art Show Director, Attendance Officer and Sergeant. He was heavily involved in distribution of 500,000 Macular Eye Charts around Australia. John is a member of the Four Fathers quartet.
■ The Rotary Club of Yea has a number of Project Account commitments: ■ Day Spring, $30,897.40; ■ Goroka Fund, $40,724.57; ■ Boys Journey, $12,000; ■ Yea Youth Space, $4000; ■ Youth Drugs Program, $3000. The club’s expenditures on its projects over the year were: Artshow, $29,934.12; Bushrodders, $1852,94; Molesworth, $2810.81; Open Gardens, $4882.70; Other, $4502.28. Fundraising account results, for the year to date, started with an opening balance of $75,496.73; and amounts including: Artshow, 44,650.35; Biggest Morning Tea,$1130; Boys Journey (District 9790), $18,000; Bunnings, $2066.65; Bushrodders, $2464.45; Cycle Dindi, $1709.50; Dayspring, $2987.40; DIK, $712; Molesworth, $5042; Open Gardens, $14,653.30; Rotary International Grant (Thailand Dams), $1200; Other, $7532.04. Closing balance for Fund Raising and Service Project Account was $96,910.40. ● From Page One
Opportunity knocks
■ Lesley Monteath’s work at the St Luke’s Op Shop involves vacuuming, dealing with rain damage, sorting of materials, coordinating volunteers, runs to other Op Shops, organisations of racks and display cases. “Over the past year, the Op Shop has been working in conjunction with Centre Link clients,” Fr Thomas Leslie said. “Currently there are four working in the shop. “Lesley has undertaken the guidance and supervision of these young people, encouraging them by her example and direction, to adopt a positive work ethic. “Lesley is an important member of the Op Shop Committee, which makes decisions on the running of the shop, and is ultimately responsible for its overall operation.” This group meets monthly and consists of Fr. Thomas, two Parish Council members, and three volunteers. “Lesley frequently alerts the Committee to people who are need of help.”
● Lesley Monteath (centre) is overwhelmed by the award presentation. She is flanked by Jeannie Handsaker and Ric Long.
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● Hartley Higgins, Euroa Gazette ■ You can bet the carpet strollers at Murrindindi Shire Council will be eyeing this story with interest. Just ‘over the border’, Strathbogie Council at Euroa is about to go into opposition with the local paper, the Euroa Gazette. Last last month, Strathbogie Councillors voted 5-1 to start their own fortnightly publication, and post it to residents. Gazette Publisher, Hartley Higgins, says he conservatively estimates the Council’s cost for producing, printing and distributing a council wide fortnightly publication is in the vicinity of $150,000 per year. “Included in this estimate are labour costs associated with writing, editing and proofing content inhouse by council which we understand will be undertaken by recently appointed public relations staff,” Mr Higgins said.
Critical comment ■ Cr Robin Weatherald commented in the Euroa Gazette on June 1 that he believed that council’s
● Yea Rotarian John Handsaker has a sweet tooth, and whilst his wife Jeannie was in the chair over the past year, he was able to sneak in an extra dessert. It was jackpot night on Thursday at the Changeover Dinner when he accumulated three ‘sweets’.
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● Thanks to the Yea and District Historical Society for providing this 1950’s photo of the Yea bandstand and gardens.
■ Murrindindi Film Society’s is screening the 1985 fantasy/ drama Cocoon, at 6.45pm on Friday, July 15 at the Yea Shire Chambers. Supper is served after the screening. Guests and prospective new members will be admitted free of charge to see what the Society has to offer. Enquiries to Jill Dwyer, Secretary, on 5797 2480 or jill.
● Kerryn Rishworth of Landmark Harcourts Yea ■ Kerryn Rishworth says she “wakes up in heaven every morning” at the 120-acre property at Junction Hill that she shares with her partner Ken Leveque. Kerryn has fast fallen in love with the Yea district, and she says the district’s character and people make her job easier in marketing property in her job at the Landmark Harcourts Yea office. Kerryn is bouyant about Yea and its prospects. Properties are selling well, and she says that people are realising its potential as a gateway town that can provide a lifestyle change. “The community does embrace you here,” she says, telling us that her “peak hour” journey to work is a relaxing 10-minute drive from her Junction Hill home, where is raising 25 herefords. Kerryn has been involved in sales and marketing for 35 years, and asa involved as a landscape designer at the top end of the market, involving herself in pools, pergolas, kabanas and verandahs. She says this experience helps in her job with Landmark Yea, as she takes prospective clients through properties, opening up the possibilities of homes being marketed. Following on from her design work, Kerryn studied at the Real Institute of Victoria, before becoming a licensed agent. After a divorce, she met with her former high school sweetheart, Ken Leveque, who proposed to her in April. They will marry on Saturday, November 5 at their property. Ken is an electronics technican, is selftaught in farm management, and is a ‘jack of all trades’. He would like to work locally. Kerryn Rishworth says she loves the Yea lifestyle, and the possibilities it offers people. She and Ken enjoy boating, so summer time spare time is spent at Lake Eildon. Kerryn has two children: son Kye, 18, an apprentice electrician; and daughter Karley, 20, a music student, who also works in real estate administration. Kerryn Rishworth says she is pleased to be working a professional team at Landmark Harcourts Yea, that is linked with other local and national offices. ● As well as at Yea, Landmark also operates other offices nearby at Seymour, Alexandra, Euroa and Mansfield as part of an Australia-wide network. - Ash Long
W’sea Trivia Night ■ The Rotary Club of Whittlesea is organising a Trivia Night at the Whittlesea ShowgroundsAdministration Building, McPhees Rd, from 7pm on Saturday, July 30. Maximum of 10 people per team. Pre-paid tickets cost $180 for table of 10. BYO drinks and nibbles. Phone Dawn, 0408 381 452.
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● Cindy McLeish ■ State Parliamentarian Cindy McLeish has written to Water Minister Lisa Neville in a bid to find a solution to a dispute in Murrindindi Shire. “I write in regards to a very complex and difficult issue which has being going on for many years and just keeps getting further and further problematic,” wrote Ms McLeish, MLA for Eildon. “Rubicon Village is a small cluster of houses in rural Rubicon, with little access to local and governmentservices which we all take for granted. “The issue involves difficulty residents have in access to water and sewerage on a permanent basis. “The history of this issue needs to be undertsood to appreciate the lack of clarity around so many aspects of this issue and how it has got to where it is today. “This issue is comprehensive, complex and convoluted. I have endeavoured to make sense and order of the details and information below but timelines and exactness may be tenuous. “The immediate concern is to resolve the issue of security of access to water and sewerage for Lots 1 to 16 and Lot 26 which are currently served by a private line. “Some residents who purchased properties had Goulburn Valley Waterlisted as their water supplier on their contracts of sale, others that a Body Corporate was responsible for water and sewerage supply. “In addition, the Rubicon Outdoor Centre, a school camp nearby, was also connected to the private line that serviced the housing cluster. “Historically, Lot 26 houses the sewerage system and water system was owned by Rubicon Village Pty Ltd which went into receivership. It was then owned by Gippsland Secured Investments which also went into receivership. “Melbourne Body Corporate Management Healesville was employed to manage the Body Corporate for the village during this time. “In 2012 the Rubicon Outdoor Centre due to a commercial dispute, installed their own waste treatment and applied to GVW for supply of services and now receives supply of services and now receives their service through GVW. “I am led to believe that the private line is the infrastructure that still services the Rubicon Outdoor Centre as the GVW Main does not proceed as far as the Rubicon Outdoor Centre. “I believe for some time (perhaps many years) some residents have not paid water and sewerage charges or fess as they have not been invoiced. They have however been in ongoing dialogue with various solictors, GVW and Murrindindi Shire in an attempt to resolve the ongoing issue of security of water and sewerage supply, with little success. “Lot 26 was recently purchased and the new owner trading as D.Day Anything Anytime (DDAA) commened dialogue with the Owners Corporation to recover repairs and costs of the water and sewerage treatment from Lots 1 to 16 including outstanding elec● Turn To Page 8 tricity accounts.
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Bitter war of words: Acting CEO vs Resident ■ A war of words has broken out between a Murrindindi Shire resident Ritchie Frew, and the Council’s Acting CEO Michael Chesworth. Frew wrote a fruity email to Mayor Cr Margaret Rae about a long-term problem at Rubicon Village. Frew and his fellow residents are frustrated over an ongoing water and sewerage dispute at their village, for which they blame the Council. Mr Chesworth replied that Mr Frew’s language and comments were “offensive, abusive and most objectionable”, and that the Council would refuse to respond to further enquiries if Mr Frew continued with his robust approach. Mr Chesworth said the Council was not the responsible authority for resolving access and sewerage issues at the Rubicon Village site. “However, Council officers have provided advice and information to the Body Corporate on request,” Mr Chesworth sauid. “Council has supported Local State Member Cindy McLeish’s action in writing to the Minitser for Water to seek a resolution to this matter, which is a most appropriate course of action.
■ ‘The language and comments relating to individuals in your email are offensive, abusive and most objectionable and will not be tolerated in any way by Council. ‘You will not receive any further response from Council on this matter to any enquiries you raise if you persist with this approach.’ - Michael Chesworth, Acting CEO, Murrindindi Shire Council ■ ‘Oh dear, you are stating that it is OK for the Shire to treat us in such an offensive way, yet we are not to respond in kind, well suck it up buttercup ... your tone as our servant is also extremely offensive’
● Michael Chesworth, Acting CEO
- Ritchie Frew, local resident “Council has no authority to take legal action against Rubicon Village residents on payment arrears associated with water access,” Mr Chesworth said. “The Council is not a party to proceedings at VCAT relating to this matter.” Documentation was supplied to the Body Corporate under FOI.
Murrindindi Beanie Festival starts July 22 ■ The Murrindindi Beanie Festival will be staged this month, with opening night to be held at 7.30pm on Friday, July 22 at St John’s Anglican Church, Alexandra. “There is no better way to celebrate winter than with a clever, creative and warm beanie,” says Carolyn Weeks, a member of the Festival Committee. Entries are due on Wednesday, July 13. “Your clever, creative beanies can be dropped into Rustic Simplicity at The Shear 'N' Sheds in Grant St, Alexandra. Friday, July 22, is ‘wear a Beanie to work or school day’. The Beanie Festival is Saturday-Sunday, July 23-24, 104pm at St John's Anglican Church Hall, Downey St, Alexandra. The much anticipated BeanieAuction is on Saturday, July 23 at 3pm.
This year the Saturday also features the Beanie Bazaar from 10am, a market full of local creations including food treats. The Festival Committee is thanking all the sponsors and the community who have helped to make this event possible. Ms Weeks said.
Camera Club meets
● Invitations are being extended to the opening night of the Beannie Festival on July 22.
■ Yea Camera Club will meet at 7pm on Wednesday July 13. John Clayton advises that this month’s presentation by Wolf Marx will be on ‘Street Photography’ Everyone is welcome to attend and learn a new skill.
News Briefs Passing of Pam Glowacki, 83
■ A service was held last Friday at Lilydale to celebrate the life of Pamela Rose ‘Pam’ Glowacki, who died on June 25 at Yea Hospital at age 83. She was wife of George (dec.), and mother of Jane, Philip and Christina; mother-in-law of Ian and Peter; grandmother of Carly, Alasdair, Gemma, Helena and Angelina. Great grandchildren are Zane, Lauren, Grace, Scott, Caitlyn, Thomas and Oliver.
Members wanted
■ Murrindindi Shire Council and Lake Mountain Alpine Resort Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee are seeking expressions of interest from up to four interested community members to become part of the committee.
Budget sessions
■ Murrindindi Shire Council will hold two community information sessions on its 201617 draft budget. The public sessions will be held in Alexandra and Kinglake and will focus on providing community members with an outline of the budget and long-term financial plan. Mayor Margaret Rae is encouraging interested residents to attend one of the sessions to gain a greater understanding of Council’s key activities in the forthcoming financial year and the resources required to fund the large range of services provided. The public information sessions will be held at: ■ 7pm-9pm, Thursday, July 7 - Kinglake Community Centre ■ 7pm-9pm, Monday, July 11 - Alexandra Town Hall The draft budget and Council Plan Review incorporating the Strategic Resource Plan are available for public comment until 5pm on Wednesday, July 20. They can be viewed at Murrindindi Shire Council offices in Alexandra, Yea and Kinglake. The Council will meet at 6pm on Wednesday, July 27 at the Alexandra Council Chambers to consider any written submissions or verbal submission in support of a written submission.
Death of Patricia Docking, 89 ■ Patricia Docking, one of the long-standing residents at Rosebank, Yea, has died at the age of 89. She was wife of Harry (dec.), mother of Sharon and Brian, and Ian, grandmother of Kristen and Kayne, and Matt. A service will be held today (Wed.) at 11am at Scots Presbyterian Church, Yea, with the cortege then proceeding to the Yea Cemetery.
Memorial designs
■ CONVIC have been appointed to complete the final stage of the community memorial designs for the bushfires of February 2009 in Murrindindi Shire. Interested community members may be involved in the design process. A series of pre-design and visioning workshopswill be held. ■ Flowerdale. 1.30pm. Sunday, July 17. Flowerdale Community House. ■ Kinglake West. 10am. Monday, July 18. Kinglake West Hall. ■ Marysville. 6pm. Thursday, July 19. Marysville Community Centre. ■ Narbethong. 6.30pm. Wednesday, July 20. Narbethong Hall. ■ Kinglake. 7pm. Thursday, July 21. Kinglake Neighbourhood House. ■ Toolangi/Castella. 2pm. Sunday, July 24. C.J. Dennis Hall, Toolangi.
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Mayor’s C olumn Cr Margaret Rae ■ A topic that I have mentioned before and one that will be consuming much of our time over the coming weeks is the review of the Local GovernmentAct. Following initial discussions and community consultation by the Victorian State Government, it is now the turn of everyone to participate in providing feedback to the proposals put forward in the Directions Paper - Act for the Future recently released. What is proposed is not just a modification or update to the existing legislation but a complete rewrite of theAct. The current one was originally written in 1989 and it has had over 90 amendments. Consequently it has become very complicated and difficult to understand which then leads to confusion at times over the meaning and intent of some areas. The purpose of rewriting the Act, therefore, is to make it easier for everyone to understand by having the guiding principles clearly articulated and by removing or simplifying many of the procedures that are too prescriptive. It is intended that this will produce a system for local government that will provide more effective pathways and outcomes. However some of the proposals, if adopted, will significantly change the ways in which some things are done and for interaction with the community. It is important, therefore, that your voice is heard as these things are considered going forward. Once the new Act is written and passed into legislation we will be living with it for a long time, so it is very important that we think carefully about the advantages and disadvantages of each proposal and that we let government know what we think so that the best outcomes are achieved. This week I will cover the broad range of suggested changes; in future weeks, and particularly as Council starts to have more detailed thinking and discussion about the various implications, there will be opportunities to discuss specific issues in more detail. The Directions Paper is organised in sections, each with its own recommendations, with the topics arranged in logical groupings. Following a general introduction there are two main parts: Part A: Revitalising Local Democracy: Section 2. Contemporary Councils Capable of Meeting Future Challenges discusses Council role, functions and powers, Mayoral elections, role and powers, CEO role, remuneration and contract management, Council decision making, etc. Section 3. Democratic and Representative Councils discusses Councillor numbers, electoral representation and structures, candidate qualifications, etc. Section 4. Councils Communities and Participatory Democracy discusses community engagement on strategic and financial plans, transparency in public information relating to council operations and consistency in complaint handling. Section 5. Strong Probity in Council Performance discusses Councillor conduct, confidential information, conflict of interest, misuse of position, improper direction, etc. Section 6. Ministerial Oversight of Councils discusses Government interventions, Minister's powers in relation to a number of areas, etc. Part B: Innovative, Collaborative and Efficient Councils Section 7. Integrated Planning discusses strategic plans and reports, Council and community plans, longer term financial and asset planning, strengthened role for audit and risk committees, etc. Section 8. Sustainable Finances for Innovative and Collaborative Councils discusses new financial sustainability principles, procurement, investment and debt practices, streamlined provisions and requirements and entrepreneurial powers. Section 9. Fair Rates and Sustainable and Efficient Councils discusses transparency of revenue and rating systems, clearer exemptions for rateable land, municipal charge, differential rates, service charges, special charges, flexible rate payment methods, uniform process for reviewing and appealing rates and charges, etc. Altogether there are 157 recommendations for consideration. So as you can see the depth and breadth covered is significant - some of which will impact on communities and individuals more than others and I look forward to sharing some of the thinking with you over coming weeks. If you would like to read the document yourself it can be found at www.yourcouncilyourcommunity. vic.gov.au/ where you will also find how to put in a submission and provide feedback about any or all of the issues dear to your heart.
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Pollards in Sweden ■ Gary and Carol Pollard, of Yea, together with daughter Sarah, have been in Sweden. They have filed photos on social media from locations including Stockholm, Gothenburg and Mariestad. Recent destinations have included Japan and New Zealand.
Daryl in Darwin ■ Yea man Daryl Callander, 79, will be travelling to Darwin this month, prior to boarding a cruise ship to Singapore.
Top End travels ■ Anouk Jacobs, of the Hungry Horse Hotel, Molesworth, has just returned south from a holiday break in the Northern Territory.
Human rights
■ Jack Russell, the 77-year-old man who Murrindindi Shire finds too abrasive, was evicted from a meals session at a Council property at Alexandra on Friday. The Council has banned Mr Russell from entry to more than three dozen buildings throughout the municipality. Mr Russell says the matter has become a ‘human rights’ issue as he, as a senior citizen, has been denied access by the Council CEO MargaretAbbey to venues providing essential services such as meals. ■ Mr Russell is due to appear at Seymour Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Thurs.) at 9.30am for a contest mention on charges brought by Leading Sen. Const. Simon Eaton of Yea Police.
● Sarah Pollard, her father Gary, in Gothenburg, Sweden
Letters to the Editor
Rates up 5.5% ■ Sir, With regard to Murrindindi Councils Draft Budget 2016-17. The figures in the 2016-17 draft budget on page 49 under section 7.2 for the 2015-16 year do not marry up with the figures quoted in that year ’s budget document. The 2015-16 Budget had rates as $ 12,581, 509. 00 and this year’s draft budget have the figure at $12, 741,355.00. Why the difference? I can only suppose that the council has included the actual rate income for 2015-16 in this year’s draft budget. On Page 50 of the draft budget I was surprised to read the supplementary rate figure for 2015-16 has against it N/A. So why at this late stage of the year does council supposedly not have the estimate for supplementary rates collected and if this is so then how did they reach the increased rate income figure quoted in this year’s draft budget for 201516? If council has, most likely scenario, included the actual rate income for 2015-16, a figure that would include supplementary rate income, and has not included supplementary estimates into the draft rate figure for 2016-17 it means there is a distortion in the amount of percentage of rate increase. I f council is going to use actual rate income for the 2015-16 year then it should also include the estimated supplementary rate within
● Lyn Gunter the rate figures for the 2016-17 year so they are comparing apples with apples and not apples with oranges. So by only including the supplementary for 2015-16 and not 201617 the rate increase of 4.3 per cent, as required by the Essential Services Commission, will mean a rate increase of approximately 5.5 per cent. Just about the amount of increase the council requested to the ESC. I also wonder if the proposed change in the differential rate for the Rural sector is included in the Rating Strategy of 2015 that was adopted by council? There are many questions to be answered and perhaps this is why there will only be two public meetings held on the draft budget within the shire. - Lyn Gunter Riverside Cres, Flowerdale
‘Measure twice and cut once’
Ms McLeish continued her letter to Water Minister Lisa Neville about the Rubicon Village: “Accounts and contracts for services were sent to owners. The Owners Corporation was concerned at the high maintenance, monitoring and supply charge DDMA was implementing causing some dispute. “The water and sewerage treatment plants on Lot 26 were also in need of considerable maintenance and repair. “I am of the understanding that the plant equipment is of a capacity for greater than required by Lots 1 to 16 as it was initially constructed to also cater for the Rubicon Outdoor Centre. “Lot 1 to Lot 16 consists of approx. eight residences, six holiday homes and two uninhabitable properties. A lack of meters to properties cannot equitably and fairly award costs for services on consumption as is the case with most utility providers. “The Owners Corporation sought information from DDAA as to how he derived costs for each lot and requested meters to be installed. This to date has not eventuated. “As the matter remained in dispute, in February 2016 DDAA cut water services to residents in Rucon Village. “My office was alerted by a constituent and contacted GVW to seek their advice. “GVW provided potable water to Rubicon Village residents and consulted with DDAA. Water was resolved. “Action has been taken at VCAT and I believe an order of some sort was made that residents for services. This ‘order’ was made a very high set fee for all lots irrespective of their habitual status (this included houses not connected). “Residents have not made payment as they dispute the costs,” Ms McLeish said. “DDAAis again applying to VCAT t o have residents disconnected from the water supply. “Residents have sought assistance from GVW and Murrindindi Shire over many years to try to resolve this issue and secure services for their homes. They have been advised that they see no reason for their water and sewerage supply to change. “This situation is not tolerable and access to water and sewerage cannot and should not at the impulse of an individual business. “These residents deserve to to have security of water and sewerage supply and must be connected to GVW. “To make matter worse residents of Rubicon Village look out their windows and see a large 500kl water storage tank of GVW which services residents of Thornton. “Residents see an ideal and obvious outcome would be connection of the village to this supply. “I have met with residents and have been in contact with Margaret Abbey, CEO, Murrindindi Shire, who concurs this matter needs to be sorted and this is probably the best avenue to do so,” Ms McLeish said. Ms McLeish asked Ms Neville for advice and action so her Rubicon Village sontituents coluld have continued and secure access to the basic services of water and sewerage.
They Say . . . That The Local Paper is now not receiv★ ing some Murrindindi Shire Council news releases. Some of the newspaper’s e-
Dates for Yappers ■ Yea’s theatrical group, YAPPERS, is presenting an original mystery. The production will be staged on FridaySaturday, October 2829, and Friday-Saturday, November 4-5. The production has been written by Yea real estate agent Deb Robinson.
MP intervenes in water dispute
mails to the Council go unanswered too. Seems like the newspaper can no longer trust the internet.
That the Sheriff’s Office combined with Victoria Police last week for an opera★ tion at Yarra Glen last week that used instant vehicle licence plate recognition technology.
● Bridge carpentry at the Court St entrance to the Yea Caravan Park was removed late last week to enable some oversize portable dwellings to be transported into the park. An expensive rebuild for the publicly-owned bridge may be needed. Is that project in the Shire’s budget papers?
That some sports followers were surprised at the raw language used by a ★ public official at a local sports event last weekend.
That a Yea-Whittlesea Rd motorist didn’t to be pulled over by Police. ★expect
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Federal Election Day Photos by Ash Long
● At Glenburn: Fabio Mangiapane, Ben McOwan and Maggie Taylor
● Glen Nichols and Margaret Main at the Glenburn Hall ‘polling place’
● Emmanuel Vlamis at the Yea Primary School ‘polling place’
● Marie Collard of Yarck, supporting Labor candidate for Indi, Eric Kerr
● Peter McLaughlin worked for the Nationals at the Yea booth
● Adam Dennis, Alan Daley and Bec Bowles
● Marie Sellstrom was a volunteer for the Greens
● Mary Larkin and Kris Glover for the Australian Country Party
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What The Papers Say Chipping in cash
■ Taxpayerss have forked out a cash subsidy to help British potato chip company Tyrrells Crisps expand its operations in Lilydale, reports Sam Bidey. Tyrrells has won a grant which it says will help create an extra 120 manufacturing jobs – but the State Government is refusing to reveal how much the handout is worth, saying it is confidential. - Lilydale Leader
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■ The historic Woori Yallock ‘old’ bridge on Healesville-KooWeeRup Rd. is being demolished after it was deemed to be unsafe, reported Kath Gannaway. The old bridge has been out of use since 2003. - Upper Yarra Mail
CEO’s new package
■ Anew $384,290 package for Yarra Ranges Shire CEO Glenn Patterson is due to come into effect next week. Mr Patterson’s new weekly pay packet of $6503.92 comes into effect on Thursday next week (July 14). The package comprises a cash component of $338,204, a vehicle worth $12,746 annually, and superannuation totalling $33,340. - The New Free Press
Martialling funds
■ A Healesville father and daughter martial arts team are reaching out through crowd funding to finance a program designed especially for schools, reports Kath Gannaway. The Lion Tamers Program is based on the teaching and philosophies of FreeForm Martial Arts, founded by Stephen Sonsie over 40 years ago. Daughter, and Lion Tamers Program Manager, Nicole Kirby, followed in her father’s footsteps teaching martial arts and fitness to schools and corporate and sporting bodies in Australia and overseas. - Mountain Views Mail
Contact the Police
■ Police say they are concerned about a growing trend of people reporting crimes on social media before heading to the authorities. Whittlesea Inspector Paul Tysoe said community Facebook pages were often becoming the first point of call for people to report a crime. “It is important that people don’t use social media as an alternative to reporting crime or reporting suspicious behaviour,” Insp Tysoe said. “But use it as well as contacting Crime Stoppers or phoning police if the activity is taking place.” - Whittlesea Leader
GMW’s new chief
■ Goulburn-Murray Water Chairman Sarah Scales announced the appointment of Neil Brennan as interim managing director to the water corporation. “The appointment is for a four-month period from July 4 through to the end of October this year,” Ms Scales said. “Neil has more than 30 years’ experience in the Victorian water industry. GMW’s chief financial officer Geoff Cutter has been acting managing director role for the past two months. - Mansfield Courier
Gay carnival at Smith’s Gully
■ A large number was present at Smith's Gully hall on June 27 when a gala night was held to celebrate the anniversary of the reopening of the hall. Novelty hats, balloons, streamers and confetti added to the gaiety and the carnival spirit prevailed. Mrs J. Nichlasen and Master E. Dunk were the prizewinners in the euchre tournament, which preceded dancing.
■ Two children have been prohibited from riding their mini motorbikes as Nillumbik Shire Council looks at ways to control the use of “motorised toy vehicles” on private property. Virginia Brumby, mother of four-year-old Coco and sevenyear-old Jake, applied to council for a 12-month permit so her children could ride bikes on their 1.6ha Eltham property. The self-described “rulefollower” submitted her application after a ranger, inspecting the property for a horse permit, which was approved, told her to do so. - Diamond Valley Leader
Bridge demolition
From The Advertiser, July 1936
Coming of age
■ More than fifty guests attended an evening held in a Clifton Hill hall on Saturday evening to honor Miss Lor na Gilding on the attainment of her majority. Many friends, from Diamond Creek were present and a happy time was spent, mostly in dancing to Mr Bruce Heddle’s music at the piano
Panton Hill Golf Club considered
● Yea’s Bev and Howard Purcell were spotted at a ‘Christams in July’ celebration at the famous Cuckoo Restaurant at Olinda at the weekend.
Local Politics
McGowan, Mitchell back ■ Independent Cathy McGowan and the ALP’s Rob Mitchell were both successful in being returned to Federal Parliament in Saturday’s election. Ms McGowan acknowledged the overwhelming support of the people of Indi to elect her for a second term. Ms McGowan congratulated the nine other candidates for contesting the seat of Indi. "Democracy is alive and well," Ms McGowan said. "Indi matters, this win was not a fluke, no wool has been pulled over anyone's eyes and we're a competitive seat." Malcolm Turnbull phoned Ms McGowan ton Sunday o congratulate her on winning. Mr Turnbull told Ms McGowan he is confident of forming a majority Government. Rob Mitchell had held the seat of McEwen by 0.2 per cent, but achieved a swing of almost 8 per cent in the weekend’s voting. His Liberal opponent, Chris Jermyn, is generally considered to have won a “train wreck” of a campaign. With 65 per cent of the vote counted, Rob Mitchell received 36,649 First Perference votes, compared to Jermyn's 25,902. Neil Barker, for the Greens, tallied 6067. Independent Ross Lee collected 2147 votes. The losing Liberal candidate for Indi,, Sophie Mirabella, issued a statement on Sunday: “I have today contacted Cathy McGowan to congratulate her on her re-election in Indi. I wish her well for the future. “I take this opportunity to thank all of the people in Indi who voted for the Liberal Party at this election. “They have been faithful to me for 15 years and I am grateful to them for expressing their support for me.
■ For some time past, several leading men of the district have been discussing the formation of a golf club. Several proposed sites h ave been in spected, and it is reported that a site adjacent to "Elourea" guest house is being deemed most suitable. It is probable that a meeting will be called at an early date to discuss the possibillties of a club.
Sport postponed
■ All sporting activities in the district were postponed on Saturday last, when one of the westest weekends for some years was experienced. Football in the Diamond Valley was declared off on Saturday morning, while at Eltham there was a doubt till the afternoon. Fitzroy District were given a walk-over.
Kinglake footy
● Cathy McGowan MHR (Indi) appeared on the ABC in its coverage of the Federal Election on Saturday volunteer to stand up against the Labor Party’s assault on the institution of the CFA – its mission and the role of its volunteers in our community should never be undermined. “To Cathy McGowan I say - for the past three years you have protested that you are not a surrogate for the Labor Party. In this next Parliament you may actually have a chance to prove it. “After many years representing this electorate I know that communities in Indi do not want a Labor-Greens Government. I trust that you will not make the same mistakes as Tony W indsor and Rob Oakeshott by supporting a Labor Prime Minister. “I have read the speculation today that Ms McGowan may be considered as a suitable ● Rob Mitchell MHR (McEwen) was returned speaker for the House of Rep“I also offer a heartfelt resentatives. “To this I say that this counthanks to National Party supporters who gave me their pref- try saw, just a few years ago, what happens when you seek erences on the ballot. “It seems a matter of fact to trade off the most important that there were just not enough position in the Parliament for of you to help return a coalition the sake of political advanceMP in a coalition government. ment. “I conclude my remarks by “This will obviously be a matter for the Liberal Party to thanking the great Liberal Party grassroots membership examine for the future. “To all the people of Indi I for their enthusiastic and tanexpress my love for our com- gible support. You have stood munity and our region. I will by me through thick and thin. I continue to join with you, and will always be grateful.”
■ Despite the inclemtent weather, the football match between Kinglake and the Rovers was played at Kinglake last Saturday, resulting in a win for the. latter. The fog was so dense that spectators could hardly see the game, and the players were drenched through before half-time. Scores were: Kinglake 2 gls 2 bds, Rovers 4 gls 5 bds.
Hurstbridge organ
■ Efforts are being made to install a new organ in the Methodist Church by.the Ladies' Guild. The former instrunient has been disposed of to Mr Freeman.
G’boro Bible class
■ The Rev. E. Barren, of the Methodist Church, has inaugurated a Bible class consisting of young people who meet every alternate Thursday in, the Methodist. Church. Young people, of the district are invited to attend.
Eltham pool works
■ After a keen debate at the meeting of the Eltham Council on Monday it was decided that the council should expend without delay the grant of £125 towards the cost of excavating the swimming pool. Cr Braid emphasised that if the council fulfilled its share of the bargain, the public would see that the remainder of the money needed would be subscribed. Once the pool had been excavated and concreted, he said, the remaining work could be done piecemeal as further funds became available.
Shield presented
■ Remembering the wintry night on which the -1935 Premiership Ball was held, it was, with some trepidation that 200 residents, representative of all parts of the district attended the Premiership Ball conducted by the Hazel Glen Tennis Club on Friday ecening last at Hurstbridge.
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Councillor’s Comment Cr John Walsh ■ The decision by the Essential Service Commission (ESC) in approving an additional 1.8 per cent increase in rates on top of the State 2.5 per cent cap, also noted that the extra increase, to be directed to the renewal of the Shire's infrastructure, would still be insufficient to generate the level of funding that will be needed in 10 years’ time. In other words, the ESC confirmed what has been raised for some time, that overall, the Shire has more assets than the community is willing to fund. We are living beyond our means. The issue has been there for years. Previous Councils had not put sufficient funds aside and the problem was brought to a head with all the new facilities coming at one time after the fires. The ESC decision recognised that Council would have to take other steps outside of rate increases to meet the long term problems. So what are our choices in reducing the on-going demand on rate funding of our assets? The alternatives were canvassed back at the end of 2014. We could sell off unwanted assets - notably unused Council land, a move that is already being pursued. We can hand over the full financial responsibility for Council owned sporting and community interest group facilities to the clubs and groups using them. This would also even up the playing field as some clubs receive greater council contributions through building costs than others in the same competitions. For community halls and meeting rooms we can also hand over full financial responsibility to local committees of management, as is already the case for DELWP halls in our smaller localities. Our major halls and community centres serve purposes beyond the communities in which they are located and thus merit contributions from us all. While there are some legal and insurance arrangements to be fine-tuned, success for any of the above strategies requires community and sporting groups to be prepared to take on the responsibilities. If such commitment is not forthcoming it would put into question the real need for the particular facility and perhaps a strategy of closure and sale should be pursued. Another group of assets requires greater examination and an assessment across the whole Shire of what we see as essential for our long term success. We need to ask ourselves hard questions like in a Shire such as ours, with a low population, do we need four swimming pools; three libraries and a mobile library; and a plethora of BBQ's, parks and playgrounds? There is always the do nothing option. For our assets that will lead to their increasing decline and an increasing reliance on timely allocations of fewer State or Federal grants usually requiring a co-contribution that, in a world of capped rates and diminished reserves, we'll have limited chances of being able to provide. The rates have been capped and the problems still remain. Our community needs to have a thoughtful, informed conversation on where to from here and we should expect candidates in this year's Council elections to have considered the options. ■ On a sad note, one of our stalwarts, Roy Fox OAM, has passed away. Roy had a long and full life and his contributions to the community were recognised through an OAM on Australia Day. Over the last 15 years Sharon Fox has transformed her life from her career in the city to being a full time carer and manager of the farm. In doing so Sharon, like her father before her, has also become a much appreciated member of the community through her contributions to local committees and Rotary. So, Vale Roy and thank you, Sharon. - Cr John Walsh
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Local Football and Netball
Yea stuck in the mud as Kinglake kicks on
Yea 8.13 (61) defeated by Kinglake 18.8 (116) Just one week after dismantling Gembrook Cockatoo over 20 goals, Yea was dealt a reality check by old rivals Kinglake, going down by 55 points at the Recreation Reserve. It was a relatively tight contest for much of the day but a third-quarter lapse - which has been an issue several times this year - gifted the visitors a definitive 27-point advantage at the final break, before a late flurry of goals blew the margin out. Coming off such an impressive win, it was a bitter pill to swallow for the Tigers, who were outmuscled in heavy conditions by an opposition team that were more willing to work for one another. The margin was just seven points in the Lakers’ favour at the first change, with a three goal apiece second term adjusting the buffer by just one behind. However, Yea's second-half inaccuracy (2.9) was always going to make the comeback a difficult task. Brad Cunningham flew the flag for the yellow and black, battling hard all day to lead all comers with three majors. James Ryan did an outstanding job in defence, while Klay Giovannini offered plenty of rebound from half back. Andrew Hill was very good in the clinches, particularly in the second half, Robbie Wilson was a constant threat with two goals and Matt Ivill presented well up the ground in testing conditions. Yea will look to regroup this week ahead of their match against winless Thornton-Eildon. Yea. Goalkickers: B. Cunningham 3, R. Wilson 2, M. Ivill, A. Hobbs, T. Butterworth. Best Players: J. Ryan, B. Cunningham, K. Giovannini, A. Hill, H. Saville, M. Ivill Kinglake. Goalkickers: J. Nixon 10, G. Hibberd 3, R. Mallison 2, M. Robertson, B. Robinson, J. Crowe. Best Players: J. Nixon, C. Arnott, M. McAllister, A. Beales, L. Arthurson, T. Arnott ★ RESERVES Yea 8.11 (59) defeated Kinglake 4.5 (29) The rapid improvement of Yea continued on the weekend as the young Tigers produced a brilliant performance to upset Kinglake by 30 points. It was clear from the opening bounce that the home side were up and about but the Lakers were up for the challenge, with both teams trading goals in a contest that saw Yea trail by five points at the first break. Kinglake didn't add to their score in the second term as the Tigers put on a clinic, booting three majors to take a 17-point buffer into half time. This lead was stretched to four goals head-
ing into a final quarter where Yea defended superbly to hold on for a memorable victory. Lachie White was excellent for the second consecutive week, booting two goals as part of a three pronged attack alongside the returned Andrew Ferguson (three goals) and Peter Kiss (two). Indie Kaak was excellent in the ruck, Hayden Witton racked up possessions at will, Jarryd Garlick was industrious with a few flashes of brilliance and Zac Butler relished the heavy conditions. It was a significant turnaround from the loss at the hands of the Lakers in round two, with the performance from the yellow and black once again highlighting the importance of staying within striking distance of sides early in matches. Yea will look to make it two on the trot when they take on Thornton-Eildon this week. Yea. Goalkickers: A. Ferguson 3, P. Kiss 2, L. White 2, T. McMahon. Best Players: L. White, I. Kaak, J. Garlick, P. Kiss, H. Witton, Z. Butler Kinglake. Goalkickers: M. McAuley, N. Booker, C. Booker, B. Styles. Best Players: B. Munn, A. Butterworth, B. Groves, B. Styles, M. Newton, M. Maloney . ★ D GRADE NETBALL D-Grade suffered its first defeat of the season at the hands of arch rival Kinglake on Saturday. The Tigers were in the game for the most part of the game but Kinglake had the upper edge, especially in the second half, running out six goal winners. It was a very close first half with the scoreboard never more showing more than a goal or two difference, Yea holding sway by 1 goal at quarter time and Kinglake by the same at half-time. Kinglake started to take the advantage in the second half. Yea were able to possess the ball just as much as the Lakers but didn't used it to their advantage as well as they could have, giving Kinglake rebounding opportunities back into attack which they converted. Nic and Alicia were under constant pressure all day in the shooting goal ring but kept battling for the ball as much as possible. Jude, Jordan, Kak and Bec worked hard in the midcourt to regain a lot of possession as the Lakers moved the ball through to their attack, at times at a pace that made hard work for Yea's defenders in Nicola, Leisa, Lobs and Michelle. The defenders worked as hard as they could to keep the goals off the Kinglake tally but they were the better side on the day. The D girls will certainly know this wasn't their best performance, but only a minor hiccup in what is a very successful season. Kinglake 21 def Yea 15 Goals: N. Marasco 9, A. O'Connor 5, S. Lobley 1. Best: J. Watts, R. Lobley, S. Lobley.
Award: Judy Watts ★ C-GRADE NETBALL Kinglake got the four points over Yea in the seasons earlier round so the Tigers were out for revenge and they were able to do so by the barest of margins. The Tiger girls played a great first half, moving the ball well through the midcourt, Kirstie really controlling the midcourt and combining well in the goal third with Molly and shooters Jess and Kate. The ball movement around the ring opened up many shooting opportunities for Kate and Jess who shot well. In defence, Mia, Rach, Chels and Deb did a great job in keeping Kinglake to limited opportunities, getting many handy deflections and intercepts at vital times. The margin was seven in Yea's favour at half time. It wasn't convincing, however the girls thought they were controlling the game well, but Kinglake certainly knew they were still in the game. The third quarter was a tight quarter and the players were in tough battles all over the court. Em Watts bought fresh legs into the game and tried her upmost to keep the ball in the attacking third. The Lakers chipped away at the margin and had reduced it to 5 at the last break. Again the Lakers kept chipping away in the last quarter, capitalising on their opportunities whilst the Tigers struggled to score. Both teams made vital turnovers in their defence and Yea were very lucky to have a one goal lead when the timer sounded. All the girls had a great game, but Chels Helder gained the coaches award for her rebounding defensive play and her great shutdown of the potentially match winning GA. Yea 23 def Kinglake 22 Goals: J. Armstrong 14, K. Elliott 6, M. Ross 3. Best: K. Fotheringham, D. Schickerling, C. Helder. Award: Chelsea Helder ★ B-GRADE NETBALL After their loss last week to Seville, Yea were almost back to full strength with only Bridget missing from their line up to tackle Kinglake. The team cohesion was evident right from the word go as the girls moved the ball with precision and got the very early jump on the Lakers, scoring freely in the first five minutes of the game. Brooke and Loz's combination in defence was giving Kinglake headaches in their goal circle as they struggled to get a chance to shoot. Yea didn't have the best second quarter scoring wise but they were certainly in control of the game as they went to the break, up by 13 goals. Cindy N and Em M were fantastic in the
midcourt and goal third in the first half, creating ball movement that benefited Reg and Cindy enormously under the goal ring. Em Aldous played the WD role for the first half and her constant pressure was rewarded with many intercepts. Yea were convincing all over the court in the second half. Once again Brooke and Loz, this time assisted by Soph S at WD, continually repelled the Kinglake attack with impressive and consistent defence. Nikki W took over from Cindy N at WA and continued on the job Cindy had done in the first half, receiving plenty of ball on the circles edge. The feeds into the ring were impressive all game and Reg, as always, shot accurately, scoring a staggering 16 goals herself in the last quarter. Great win by the girls who will have a bye next week due to Thornton not fielding B Grade. Yea 58 def Kinglake 18 Goals: A Akers 33, C Hayes 25 Best: A Akers, E Aldous, C Hayes Award: Cindy Newcomen
Pressure on space ■ Due to advertising pressure on space, The Local Paper is unable to publish its comprehensive scoreboard service this week.
Tribute to John
● John Cameron ■ A jam session was held at Flowerdale Hotel at the weekend in memory of the late John Cameron. Publican Steve Phelan said: “Our warmest sympathy reaches out to John’s family and all of his many friends. Johnny (JC) was a well known locally for his various musical talent. Johnny held the Open Mic Jam sessions at Flowerdale Hotel for the past 10 years. He performed in many types of bands from big band to jazz and blues come modern to list a few. His ability to entertain and share his wealth of knowledge to budding musicians was priceless. He will be sadly missed be all who had the fortune of his company.”
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FOX. - Roy M., O.A.M. 13.10.1917 28.6.2016 In his 99th year. Loved husband of Doris (dec.). Loved and loving father of Rhyl and Richard, and Sharon. Grandpa Roy of Anna and Michael, Katie and Ben and James and Nic. Great grandfather of Harry, Zara, Ella, Stevie and Josie. A life well lived and a well lived life. FOX.- A Service celebrating the life of Mr Roy Fox O.A.M. will be held on Friday, July 8, 2016 commencing at 11.30 am in the Yarck Public Hall followed by private cremation.
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SHIRE OF MURRINDINDI ● ALEXANDRA. Newsagency. 82-84 Grant St. Ph: 5772 1025 ● ALEXANDRA. I. & M. Simpson and Son (Caltex). 25 Aitken St. Ph: 572 1205 ● FLOWERDALE. Community House. 36 Silver Creek Rd. Ph: 5780 2664 ● FLOWERDALE. Hazeldene Store. 6 Curlings Rd. Ph: 5780 1202. ● FLOWERDALE. Hotel. 3325 YeaWhittlesea Rd. Ph: 5780 1230. ● GLENBURN. United Petroleum Service Station. 3883 Melba Hwy. Ph: 5797 8312 ● KINGLAKE. Foodworks Supermarket. 12 Main Rd. Ph: 5786 1555 ● KINGLAKE. Library. 19 Whittlesea Rd. Ph: 5786 1522 ● KINGLAKE. Post Office. Shop 1, 2 Whittlesea-Kinglake Rd. Ph: 5786 1209 ● KINGLAKE. Pub. 28 Whittlesea Kinglake Rd. Ph: 5786 1230 ● KINGLAKE. United Petroleum. 2 Kinglake-Glenburn Rd. Ph: 5786 1055 ● KINGLAKE WEST. Flying Tarts Bakery & Cafe. 888 Whittlesea-Kinglake Rd. Ph: 5786 5800. ● MOLESWORTH. Hungry Horse Hotel. 4364 Goulburn Valley Hwy. Ph: 5797 6266 ● MOLESWORTH. Store. Goulburn Valley Hwy. Ph: 5797 6201 ● PHEASANT CREEK. General Store. Lot 2 Whittlesea-Kinglake Rd. Ph 5786 5309. ● STRATH CREEK. Post Office. 6 Glover St. Ph 5784 9223. ● YARCK. General Store. 6595 Maroondah Hwy. Ph: 5773 4204. ● YARCK. Hotel. Maroondah Hwy. Ph 5773 4226 ● YEA. Amble Inn Cafe. 24 High St. Ph: 5797 2680 ● YEA. BP Service Station. 31 High St. Ph: 1300 130 027 ● YEA. Country Woman. 6 Station St, Yea.Ph: 5797 3110. ● YEA. Marmalades. 20 High St. Ph: 5797 2999. ● YEA. Newsagency. 74 High St. Ph: 5797 2196. ● YEA. Provender Country Bakehouse. 56 High St. Ph: 5797 3155 ● YEA. Rendezvous. 10 High St. Ph: 5797 2528 ● YEA. Royal Mail Hotel. 88 High St. Ph: 5797 2515 ● YEA. Foodworks Supermarket. 10 High St. Ph: 5797 2611 ● YEA. Yea Bakery. 44 High St. Ph: 5797 2644. ● YEA. Yea Emporium/Manna-Fest. 94 High St. 5797 3222 ● YEA. Yea Take-Away. 68 High St. Ph: 5797 2664
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DOREEN. General Store. LAURIMAR. Newsagency. MERNDA VILLAGES. Post Office. WHITTLESEA. Bowls Club. WHITTLESEA. Champions Supermarket. WHITTLESEA. El-Azar Milk Bar. WHITTLESEA. Royal Mail Hotel. WHITTLESEA. Newsagency. WHITTLESEA. Supermarket.
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DIAMOND CREEK. Newsagency. ELTHAM. Newsagency. HURSTBRIDGE . Newsagency. KANGAROO GROUND. Supply Store. RESEARCH. Post Office. ST ANDREWS. General Store/PO WATTLE GLEN. Peppers Paddock Store.
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● LILYDALE. Newsagency. ● YARRA GLEN. Newsagency. ● YARRA GLEN. Supermarket.
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