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■ Yea Tigers roared into action at the weekend with two football and two netball victories.

Yea Seniors 14.15 (99) defeated Alexandra 9.7 (61) at Rebel Park.

Yea Reserves 14.6 (90) defeated Alexandra 5.6 (36).

Yea’s A-Grade netballers won, 95-26 against Alex. B-Grade 69 defeated Alex. 42.

The Rebels C-Grade netballers won 36-25. Scores, P61.

■ It was an historic sports weekend in Murrindindi with Thornton-Eildon fielding the region’s first women’s football team at Blackburn. Team photo, Page 29.

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Church News St Lukes welcomes Mother Eden

● The Rev. Eden-Elizabeth Nicholls was inducted on Thursday

by Bishop John Parkes.

Photo: John Clayton ■ Anglican Diocese of Wangaratta, Bishop John Parkes inducted the Reverend EdenElizabeth Nicholls as next priest for the Parish ofYea and Molesworth on Thursday (Apr. 19).

She was welcomed to her new role and the township of Yea by a representative of the Taungurung people and other community and church leaders.

Mother Eden is not a stranger to Yea, having spent a lot of her childhood with family friends, the Bamfords at Henderside.

She has a small property in the area which she shares with her rescue horses and other animals.

Many years ago, she was declared Miss Yea Show and went on to be the Upper Goulburn entrant in the Country Show Girl Quest.

Prior to taking over at Yea, Mother Eden was the parish priest for the Mansfield Parish, and prior to that was an Archdeacon and priest in Melbourne.

It is a particularly auspicious time for Mother Eden to join St. Luke's because the church celebrates its 150th Anniversary in 2018 and now has its first female priest.

Mother Eden's office is located in the where she will be available for a chat or consultation.

- John Clayton

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Pupils visit Shrine

● Alexandra students visited the Shrine of Remembrance on Friday. From left: Ava Lowry, Emma Whitehead, James Nicholson, Hattiesburg Langley.

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Local News Faster trains ■ Passenger train services on the Seymour line will increase if the Nationals are elected in November, according to Euroa MLA Stephn Ryan.

Ms Ryan said the commitment would double services on the Shepparton to Melbourne line from four to eight services each weekday, slashing travel times by up to 15 minutes.

“This means a faster and more frequent train service for Seymour, Nagambie and Murchison residents,” Ms Ryan said.

● Yea Primary School teacher Deborah George, with students Bethany Fulford, Ben Papadopoulos, Aaron Chuah and Tayla Whibley at the Shrine.

Equine workshop

■ The Upper Goulburn Landcare Workshop is holding an equine care workshop at ‘Mayfield’, 470 Middle Creek Rd, Yarck, from 10am-2pm on Sunday, May 20.

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Local Briefs

■ Paddy’s Market will be held by the Eltham Rurak Group at the Eltham Scout Hall from 10am-1pm on Saturday, May 5.

■ Molesworth farmer John Sinclair was pictured in the latest issue of Stock & Land.

His comments were made at the ‘Uniting the Southern Basin’ event at Moama.

■ Tallarook Primary School has attracted funding of $150,000 to upgrade and modernise facilities.

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● Yea and Eildon primary students returning from the Shrine of Remembrance on Friday, on the trip sponsored by the Alexandra-Yea-Mansfield branch of Legacy.

■ Students from local schools at- of the young, with student guest tended Legacy's 87thAnnual Stu- speakers, school bands and Dedent Commemoration Service at fence Force Cadets.

Legacy Patron, Linda Dessau, the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne at 11am last Friday, Governor of Victoria attended with other dignitaries.

(Apr. 20) The crowd witnessed a RAAF Primary and secondary school students from Yea, Alexandra, fly-over and were given a guided Eildon, Flowerdale and Mansfield, tour of the Shrine after the service.

RSL sub-branches in Alexaccompanied by teachers and legatees, joined thousands of other stu- andra, Yea and Mansfield helped the Legacy Group fund the trip so dents.

This special commemoration that local students did not miss out service honours Australia's service on this special experience.

- Jeffrey Swain men and women through the eyes

● Alexandra men Bill Thompson and Phil Dundas, both 20, catching the train nearly 49 years ago that took them to National Service at Puckapunyal.

The framed photo was unveiled at the Alexandra Rebels clubrooms on Saturday night.

Ray Steyger has the report on Page 64 of this week’s issue of The Local Paper.

ANZAC service at Yea

■ The Yea-Kinglake Sub-Branch released the program for the ANZAC Day (Wed., Apr. 25) service.

The Local Paper was printed prior to the 10.30am parade start at the RSL Hall with the Parade Marshall calling the familiar “Marchers, Fall in”.

The Order of March: Pipes and Drums, March Leader, Official Party, Flag Party, Catafalque Party, Military Vehicles (WWII veterans), Veterans, Emergency Services Group, Scouts Victoria, family representatives with relatives' service medals to be worn on the right hand side).

The march was timed to start at 10.45am from the RSL Hall to the Cenotaph , with the Catafalque Party moving into position.

The Yea-Kinglake RSL President, Jeffrey Swain, with apologies offered for the inability to attend by the Federal MHR for Indi, Cathy McGowan; and State MLA for Eildon, Cindy McLeish.

Representing Murrindindi Shire Council is Cr Rebecca Bowles; representing the Australian Army, Captain Braden Holmes; representing the NZ Army, 2nd Lieutenant Emma Kynaston.

The commemoration of the 103rd anniversary of the Gallipoli landings is marked byThe Anzac Requiem, and all assembled to join in singing the first two verses of the hymn, The Recessional: God of our fathers, known of old ... Lest we Forget - Lest we Forget.

The Opening Prayer was to be offered by Reverend Eden-Elizabeth Nicholls, St Luke's, Yea. The address in honour of the memory of the ANZACs was listed to be given by Captain Braden Holmes of the AustralianArmy, and 2nd Lieutenant Emma Kynaston of the New Zealand Army.

Appointed to assist with the Wreath Ceremony were Yea High School students.

The Pipers Lament was to be rendered by Michelle Mussett.

Listed to present wreaths or floral tributes were: ■ RSL - Jeffrey Swain; ■ Legacy - Frank Philp; ■ War Widows - Betty Berkery; ■ Ex-Prisoners of War - Lorraine

Howson; ■ Member for Eildon - Jack and Tom Purvis, representing Cindy McLeish; ■ Murrindindi Shire - Cr Rebecca Bowles; ■ NZDF and ADF - 2nd Lieutenant Christian Heath, Captain Braden Holmes; ■ CWA - Elizabeth Kisler; ■ Red Cross - Representative; ■ Emergency Services; ■ Scouts Victoria; ■ Yea Primary School; ■ Sacred Heart Primary School, Yea; ■ Yea High School; ■ followed by members of the public wishing to lay a wreath Jeffrey Swain will lsited to recite The Ode. The Last Post: Bugler Paul Jackson.

Flags lowered slowly to HalfMast, followed by the one-minute Silent Tribute, then Reveille (Rouse): Bugler Paul Jackson.

Flags to be raised slowly to Mast Head : Flag Party.

Gun Salute - Paul Bannan.

The New Zealand National Anthem, followed by the Australian National Anthem: Piper Michelle Mussett.

At the end of the ANZAC Day ceremony, the Catafalque Party Commander orders. - 'Attention', followed by the Dismount .

The annual Flag Collection involves members of the public contributing a donation. Funds raised assist the local RSL provide services to veterans and their families.

Refreshments were to be served afterwards at the RSL Hall in Snodgrass St. As well as to participants listed, thanks were also extended to the Yea and High Country Pipes and Drums, Bruce and Jenny Kindred, Steve Bennett (seating), Misty Valley Florist Yea, Kevin Hughes and Glynne CousinsPietzsch for the sound system, Yea Police and all the Murrindindi Shire crew.

■ A 10am service was scheduled for the Yea and District Memorial Hospital with the Requiem said by Jennifer Keast, The Ode recited

by Ken Howson,with John Rutherford as Piper.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018

RATES UP 2.1%

Budget: at a glance Small surplus

■ Murrindindi Council expects to spend $34.405 million in the 2018-19 financial year, against an income of $34.406 million. This leaves a $1000 surplus for the year.

Deficit this year ■ The Council expects to hand down a $2.1 million deficit for the current 2017-18 year, but this is because Government funds of $2.2 million were received in early June last year, and had to be included in the previous year’s figures.

Jobs increase ■ The total number of staff at Murrindindi Council is expected to increase to 158.2 ‘fulltime equivalent’positions in the 2018-19 year, with reductions to 156.6, 155.6 and 154.6 in subsequent years. Budgeted cost of staff is $14.9 million.

Across the board

■ Murrindindi Council expects to raise $20.4 million from rates and charges across 2018-19. The elements include general rates ($14.08 million), municipal charge ($3.1m), waste management charge ($2.9m), supplementary rates and rate adjustments ($168,000), revenue in lieu of rates ($64,000).

The 2.15 per cent rates increase will be spread evenly “across the board”.

Capital works

■ A big year of capital works is predicted across Murrinindi for 2018-19, with $7.8 million expenditure planned. Projections are for $9.8 million to be spent in 2019-20, and $10.05 million and $8.1 million to be spent in the two following years.

Losses dropped

■ Murrindindi Councillors have previously signalled in their four-year plan that they would adopt a $½-million deficit each financial year. Predictions are now for surpluses of $81,000 (2019-20), $118,000 (2020-21) and 159,000 (2021-22).

Cutbacks planned

■ Murrindindi Council plans to cut the money its spends on consultants by 38.53 per cent in the 2018-19 financial year. Forecasts are for the annual amount to drop from $436,000 to $268,000. The contractor amount is expected to fall by 5.9 per cent.

Legal expenses up

■ Murrindindi Council’s legal bill is expected to jump by 6.7 per cent to $255,000.

Most is incurred in recovering long overdue debts from delinquent ratepayers.

EDITORIAL COMMENT ● Murrindindi Shire Councillors. Back row, from left: Rebecca Bowles, Leigh Dunscombe, Eric Lording, Jackie Ashe, Margaret Rae. Front row: Sandice McAulay, Charlie Bisset.

File Photo: Ash Long

■ A proposed across-the-board rates increase of 2.1 per cent was presented to last night’s Murrindindi Shire Council, as this edition of The Local Paper went to press.

Councillors are looking to adopt a $34.4 million budget, with a nominal $1000 surplus, for the 2018-19 financial year.

More than $7.8 million has been allocated to capital works projects, although one-fifth ($1.59 million) of these works will be carried forward from the current 2017-18 year.

Major proposed works include: ■ Yea High St irrigation upgrade - $103,000, ■ Yea Recreation Reserve change room renewal and upgrade - $65,000, ■ Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House renewal - $45,000, ■ Kinglake Community Centre renewal and upgrade - $60,000, ■ Toolangi C.J. Dennis Memorial Hall renewal, $40,000, ■ Strath Creek Playground shade structure, $47,000, ■ Bollygum Park, Kinglake, toilets renewal, $30,000, ■ Yarck public toilets renewal, $59,000, ■ Flagpole installations at all Council offices, $27,000, ■ Library bookstock renewal, $100,000, ■ Roads and bridges renewal and upgrade program, $3.43 million.

Council Chief Executive Officer Craig Lloyd says there has been a focus in the capital works spending decisions to ensure that funds are not spent disproportionately across the Shire.

Two new customer service jobs will be created at Council offices on a 12-month basis.

Executives hope that efficiencies will be found elsewhere amongst Council jobs over the coming year, for the customer service jobs to be added later on a permanent basis.

A sum of $280,000 is to be provided for business and tourism innovation. The first round of

$7.8 mil. planned for capital works across the Shire grants is currently being determined by Murrindindi Shire Councillors.

The Council is having a comprehensive review of its financial reserves, with some of its past critics being of the belief that the cash held was excessive.

In a joint statement, Mayor Cr Charlie Bisset and CEO Craig Lloyd said: “Council is also developing a new approach to how we work with communities – and to assist communities to work with one another.

“We have received generous support from IAG toward this project and, together, we will work to ensure Council takes a new and invigorated approach to engaging with the community,” Cr Bisset and Mr Lloyd said.

An extra Local Laws officer will be employed, with an emphasis on increased animal management issues throughout the municipality, and outstanding planning matters.

“We are also focusing our efforts to promote compliance and support emergency management,” Cr Bisset and Mr Lloyd said “We are allocating funds to enable recruitment of an additional Community Safety officer and are renaming our ‘Local Laws’ function as ‘Community Safety’ to better reflect the focus and goal of this Unit.

“The additional officer will help strengthen a proactive compliance program, including a focus on education and awareness to support compliance and enforcement activities, “We know the community is keen to see Council services maintained at current levels, while also ensuring rates are kept as low as possible. We know the community wants us to work continuously to improve th eefficiency of the services we deliver.

“We also know that the community wants Council to ensure it puts in place af inancially responsible and sustainable budget,” Cr Bisset and Mr Lloyd said.

Encouraging signs as Council balances books ■ It has taken 18 months to appear, but the promised ‘new-look’ Murrindindi Council last night presented a balanced 2018-19 draft budget, with real hopes that ratepayers’ financial concerns have finally been heard.

Rather than the hefty rates rises of past years, Murrindindi Councillors are proposing an across-the-board 2.15 per cent increase, slightly below the Victorian State Government’s ‘Fair Go’ cap.

Councillors are looking to increase service levels to residents, funded by efficiencies and savings.

Thanks to comprehensive financial planning work by new Chief Executive Officer Craig Lloyd and his leadership team, the Council is proposing no new debt throughout 2018-19.

Indeed, Council will look to pay down its relatively-low existing debt of $700,000.

An earlier plan by Councillors to bring down $½-million-deficit budgets in each of four years looks to have been dropped.

The adoption of a responsible budget, where the Council lives within its financial means, is encouraging news.

Murrindindi Council will introduce free green waste deposits at resource recovery centres across the municipality.

The future of recycling in the Shire remains uncertain, in the face of the Australia-wide crisis.

Some residents elsewhere have been told their recycling waste will now be dumped into landfill because it is too expensive for the local council to recycle.

Murrindindi Council is uncertain if the State Government will assist financially with recycling management beyond June 30.

The Council is flagging that ratepayers may face increased recycling costs in the future, but is yet unable to predict outcomes.

The Council believes it is on track to have the 2016-17 and 2017-18 years, when combined together, to have run balanced budgets. A $2.1 million deficit is likely for 201718. The balanced budget for 2019-19 will be heartening news for ratepayers.

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Ban extended by 3 years ● Jack Russell ■ A Murrindindi Council ban against Yea resident Jack Russell has been extended by three years.

Mr Russell was originally banned in April 2016 by thenShire CEO Margaret Abbey for 12 months from being on Council property.

The ban was extended for a further 12 months in April last year.

Council CEO Craig Lloyd this month exended the ban for three years.

Mr Russell has a number of Court actions underway in relation to the bans, which exclude him from more than 40 locations.

Expo at W’sea

■ The Whittlesea Township Volunteer Expo will be held in Church Sr from 1pm4pm on Friday, May 25.

Megan Smithwick advises that people will have the opportunity to speak with local community organisations about local opportunities supporting local people.

A free barbecue will be held.

The Expo is being hosted by Yarra Plenty Regional Library, Whittlesea Community House, Whittlesea Community Connections and City of Whittlesea, and will showcase volunteer roles available in the Whittlesea township.

Due to the location in the main street there is not the space to accommodate every group, organisers say.

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● Jeremy Scott

Special speaker at Alexandra Rotary ■ Jeremy Scott, who has cycled the equivalent of one-and-a half-times around the world,is guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Alexandra next Wednesday (May 2).

He cycled from England to New Zealand a distance of nearly 52,000 kilometres.

Jeremy, at the age of four, needed major heart surgery with all the following consequences giving him a rollercoaster ride as he struggled to live a “normal” life.

Major outcomes form this experience are a deep appreciation of how precious life is and the wonder of the goodness that surrounds each one of us.

He set off in 2011 from London, England and successfully cycled unassisted to New Zealand.

Jeremy is an Australian Heart Foundation ‘Heart Hero’ and an ambassador for the Waterline Challenge.

The Waterline Challenge is to circumnavigate Australia's entire coastline, including rivers, lakes, and islands during the week of the November 12-18.

It is a fundraising program designed to assist people facing a health challenge to overcome the adversity and build sustainable futures.

Some 80 per cent of the funds raised goes to the team’s nominated charity and 20 per cent to be distributed amongst Cure Brain Cancer Foundation, Australian Marine Conservation Society, Surf Life Saving Australia, Royal Flying Doctor Service and a host of national initiatives for water quality and environmental projects.

Jeremy is considered an outstanding speaker and has a wealth of experiences to share. If you would like to hear Jeremy speak at the Rotary Club of Alexandra’s, please contact Chris Jackson on 0409402557 or 57722496 or email prospect.house@ bigpond.com.au by noon, on Tuesday (May 1). Cost of dinner is $20.

- Robert Chaffe

● Cathy McGowan ■ Indi MHR Cathy McGowan was due to attend a celebration yesterday (Tues.) at Y Discovery Centre, Yea, for the installation of the new Killingworth mobile phone tower.

The function, being held as The Local Paper went to press, was to include representatives of Telstra and Murrindindi Shire Council.

Ms McGowan congratulated the Killingworth and Yea communities, together with the Council for their work in identifying the blackspot as a priority.

Murrindindi has nine spots funded – Flowerdale (Hazeldene), Killingworth, Devils River, Taylor Bay, Highlands, Kanumbra, Kinglake West, Yea and Mt Dom Dom. “This is an achievement by these communities in partnership with their council,” said Ms McGowan.

“It’s a testament to the effectiveness of communities and all levels of government working together.

“I will continue to work closely with Telstra and Optus for NBN colocation on as many towers as possible.

“People expect and deserve mobile phone coverage and internet wherever they are in Australia. A sustainable solution must be developed to address all remaining blackspots across Indi,” Ms McGowan said.

Fete this Sat. ● Murrindindi Shire Council Chief Executive Craig Lloyd was guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Kinglake Ranges on Thursday night (Apr. 19).

■ New Horizons Church, 28 Forest St, Whittlesea will host a Community Fete from 9am-2pm this Saturday (April 28).

Devonshire teas will be provided.

● Rob Fenton ■ Bus transport is being organisede from Whittlesea and Yea for a trip to Greengate Farm, Thurgoona, on Friday, May 18.

Judy Watts, Facilitator at Upper Goulburn Landcare Network, says the trip will inspect the organic farm developed and managed by Rob Fenton, head teacher at the National Environment Centre.

Rob Fenton is actively involved in organic farming, agroecology, permaculture and conservation, and land management programs.

Greengate Farm is 200 hectares, 100 hectares of which produces food such as organic lamb, pasture pork, pasture eggs, olive oil, honey, vegetables, some herbs, grain that is milled on-farm and shitake mushrooms grown on logs from the farm system.

The bus will depart at 7am from Whittlesea Community Activity Centre, 57 Laurel St. Whittlesea pick-ups should be organised with Annemaree Docking, 9217 2593.

The bus will depart at 8am from Yea Recreation Reserve, Snodgrass St. Yea pick-ups should be organised with Judy Watts, 5797 4405. RSVP: Monday, May 14.

Wine Weekend

■ Murrindindi Winemakers are combining for a Murrindindi Wine Weekend on Saturday-Sunday, May 5-6.

Participating wineries are Buxton Ridge, Little Cathedral Vineyards at Taggerty, Little River Wines at Taggerty, Mount Cathedral Vineyards at Taggerty, Utter Wines at Buxton, Sedona Wines at Murrindindi, Black Range Estate at Yea, and Phillip Lobley Wines at Glenburn.

Trawool move

■ A decision based on planning merits will be made by Mitchell Shire Council about the proposal to covert Trawool Valley Resort into a drug and alcohol respite and recovery centre.

EACH Social and Community Health proposes to use the facility as a voluntary residential program for men and women with drug and alcohol problems.

The permit seeks to accommodate a maximum of 40 clients in a 24-hour staffed home.

Initially, the facility will house 20 clients and work up to 40 clients over two years.

Mental Health Aid

■ A free two-hour workshop on Mental Health First Aid will be held at Whittlesea Community Activity Centre, 57 Laurel St, from 7pm-9pm on Tuesday, May 22.

The workshop introduces participants to the signs and symptoms of common mental illnesses, how to provide initial support in a crisis, where and how to get professional help and what sort of help is likely to be effective.

The workshop will be run as a part of the Whittlesea Sporting Group Network.

Koriella impounding ■ Murrindindi Council has impounded 28 goats from Spring Creek Rd in Koriella.

If not claimed prior, the animals will be available for sale at a public auction on Thursday, May 3, at the Mitchell Shire Livestock Pound, Piper St, Broadford. Enquiries: phone 5772 0333.

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Your Stars with Kerry Kulkens ARIES: (March 21-April 20) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 7.8.9.3.

Lotto Numbers: 4.12.23.24.35.41.

Things are starting to look up for many of you. Plenty of chances in the romance stakes and financial situations are getting better. People seem to be more " user friendly" towards you so make use of them any way you see fit.

TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 7.8.9.3.

Lotto Numbers: 1.6.8.23.35.22.

Someone may want to make a firm commitment, it is up to you to decide whether or not you will accept. However many will be at odds with partners ( business or otherwise) or friends. The best way out of trouble is to think positive and not charge like a bull at a gate.

GEMINI: (May 21- June 21) Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 6.3.4.6.

Lotto Numbers: 3.5.45.13.39.40.

Many will be neglecting their lovers in favour of their job. This will be a benefit to your job, but your partner may take a rather dim view of this. However on the lighter side your boss will be impressed. You may have to turn on the charm a bit to placate your romantic interest.

CANCER: (June 22- July 22) Lucky Colour: Orange Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 7.3.1.5.

Lotto Numbers: 6.12.24.34.45.11.

A very fertile period for many. Some could enjoy a torrid love affair, while others could take a trip and still others could have an addition to the family tree. The social life will be very hectic too.

LEO: (July 23-August 22) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 9.7.6.4.

Lotto Numbers: 9.4.5.45.33.21.

Many could be having a ball of a time in their love life and really go to town. Somehow you seem to be the flavour of the month with everyone and plenty of people coming to visit you. This will suit you down to a tee as you will feel the king of the menagerie.

VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Lilac Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 6.7.3.4.

Lotto Numbers: 2.13.24.34.41.11.

You are very popular this period and can take your pick of the goodies on display. However the financial situation is looking pretty gloomy and you would do well to take stock of your spending habits.

LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 8.9.5.4 Lotto Numbers: 1.14.23.34.42.33.

Many will be flat out like a lizard drinking during this period, a trip here and affair there no rest for the wicked.

You can now indulge in some dreams and thoughts and feel completely drained of energy.

SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22) Lucky Colour: Violet Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 2.4.3.7.

Lotto Numbers: 2.4.12.23.31.22.

You are oozing sex appeal.You feel so energetic and superior that people seem mere mortals in your presence.

Your "mystique" keeps them spellbound, so best to make the most of this situation.

SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December20) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 8.9.3.4.

Lotto Numbers: 5.12.23.34.45.

Best to keep a low profile this period, you really are not quite up to par at the moment. Follow your intuition because it is spot on at the moment. Wait your turn to let it all hang out.

CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 8.4.5.6.

Lotto Numbers: 1.13.24.34.42.22.

Someone very special may show extra interest in your "welfare". This will assist your ambitions and give your ego a boost as well. Many could follow a new direction in their life. Others may see a very nice proposition walking past and get ideas, best to leave it alone, just look don't touch.

AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 4.5.6.2.

Lotto Numbers: 1.3.12.24.34.45.

Many will finally get what their due where job recognition is concerned.A boss has at last realised your value to the firm. Some could meet someone nice, friendly and exotic to start some " how is your father" business with.

PISCES: (February 20- March 20) Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 7.8.3.4.

Lotto Numbers: 2.13.23.34.41.11.

An encounter of a strange kind could make you more aware of what is going on about you. Your love life is improving and so is your financial situation. Best to keep this secret, otherwise toy may get so called friends coming out of the woodwork to help you get rid of your finances.

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McLeish promises action on roads ■ Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish has promised a return of the Country Roads and Bridges Program if the Coalition is returned to State Government in November.

"Under the Andrews Labor Government, regional Victorians are continuing to drive on roads that are literally crumbling away,” Ms McLeish said.

"The Liberals' policy will help restore and rehabilitate council-maintained roads and bridges which have deteriorated because of Labor's neglect," Ms McLeish said.

The $160 million Country Roads and Bridges Program provided funding for councils to upgrade local roads and bridges until it was axed by the Andrews Government in 2015.

"Because Daniel Andrews cut this program, rural councils like Murrindindi and

● Cindy McLeish MLA Mansfield have been struggling to meet the cost of maintaining local roads," Ms McLeish said Under the Liberals' plan approximately $1 million in grants will be provided to each of Victoria's 40 rural shires each year over four years.

Opposition Leader Matthew Guy said the Liberal Na-

ionals Coalition is committed to delivering infrastructure for all Victorians, not just for those who live in the city.

"The Liberal Nationals will get Victoria moving with the high-quality, safe roads and infrastructure regional and rural Victorians deserve."

"Daniel Andrews is the Premier for Melbourne, I'll be the Premier for all Victorians," Mr Guy said.

Ms McLeish said she welcomed input from local residents about what roads and bridges may need funding.

"Although this program will be targeted at fixing local roads, I am happy to work with community members and local councils to identify and resolve problems.

“Local residents are always welcome to contact me with their thoughts and ideas,” Ms McLeish said.

Finally, works to start on Shire Hall ■ After two years of works at Yea Shire Hall being postponed by Murrindindi Shire, the Council is proposing that $147,000 of renewal take place in the 2018-19 financial year.

The draft budget presented to last night’s Shire meeting lists the property capital works to be funded by the Council. A number of projects are being carried forward from the 2017-18 year.

Clock tower works at the Yea Shire Hall will be worth an additional $80,000.

A sum of $36,000 is to be provided by planned works at the Alexandra Timber Tramway Museum.

Funds totalling $96,000 - $18,000 of it from Council - are being set aside for the Alexandra Tennis Court resurfacing. Money totalling $68,000 comes from grants; a further $10,000 is being contributed.

Other works being carried forward into the 2018-19 year will be the $232,000 project at the Yea and District Children’s Centre.

Earlier this month, Labor MLC Jaclyn Symes travelled to Yea to be photographed at a ‘sod turning’ceremony.

Yea Railway Station works worth $170,000 are programmed for the new financial year.

■ Services to commemorate ANZAC Day have been planned today (Wed.) at locations across Murrindindi Shire.

Observances were scheduled for Alexandra, Eildon, Flowerdale, Glenburn, Kinglake, Marysville, Strath Creek, Terip Terip, Thornton, Yarck and Yea. There was no service planned at Thornton this year due to illness.

Indi MHR Cathy McGowan said the commitment by generations of Australian servicemen and women during more than 100 years was a powerful example to follow in the final year commemorations of the Centenary of ANZAC 2014 to 2018.

“Hundreds of thousands of Australian men and women have defended our values and freedoms, in wars, conflicts and peace operations since our involvement in World War I,” Ms McGowan said.

Audit cost up

■ Murrindindi Council is planning to spend 33 per cent more on internal audits in the coming financial year.

The draft budsget increases expenditure from $30,000 to $40,000 over the 12 months.

A sum of $47,000 is expected to be spent on auditors’ remuneration for work on the Council’s financial report.

Saleyards works

■ Floor renewal works at the Yea Saleyards worth $6000 are planned in the next financial year by Murrindindi Shire Council. Half the amount is for renewal, the balance is for an upgrade.

‘Come clean Dan’

■ Country Fire Authority volunteers deserve to know the details of the deal Daniel Andrews did with United Firefighters Union chief Peter Marshall before the last election, says Euroa MLA Steph Ryan.

Ms Ryan’s call follows the an extraordinary interview with Mr Marshall on ABC Radiolast week in which the union boss stated: “The Andrews Government has made many promises to professional firefighters...” and “as a matter of time the truth will come out about Daniel Andrews and James Merlino’s role in this.”

“It’s clear from the actions of Labor MPs that one of the things they guaranteed Peter Marshall in return for his support at the last election was a takeover of the CFA,” Ms Ryan said.

“Daniel Andrews and Labor MPs sold out one of the greatest volunteer organisations in this country in order to gain power.”

Working bee ● Yea Shire Hall

Rail boost pledged ■ Increasing numbers of Kinglake, Whittlesea and Nillumbik workers are commuting on the Hurstbridge rail line.

Trains resume next Monday (Apr. 30), after six weeks of replacement buses, because of the railway crossing replacements at Rosanna and Alphington.

State Opposition Leader Matthew Guy has identified Hurstbridge line shortcomings as an election issue.

Last week Mr Guy announced a Liberal Nationals government will spend over $300 million to duplicate the Hurstbridge railway line between Greensborough and

Local Briefs ANZAC Day

● The car park at Hurstbridge railway station Eltham stations. Presently the morency and Eltham stations.

Hurstbridge line is single track Duplication to Eltham will north of Greensborough. mean more trains, more often The duplication will also see for passengers on the a rebuild of Montmorency sta- Hurstbridge line, it will signifition as well as significant addi- cantly increase capacity and tions to car parking at will provide a better alternative Greensborough, Mont- to vehicle transport to the city.

■ A Buxton Recreation Reserve Committee working bee, due to have been held earlier this month but postponed because of rain, will now be held at 10am this Saturday (Apr. 28). A sausage sizzle will follow at approx.

12 Noon. Details are available from Andy Cowan, 0427 049 634.

Community Energy ■ Murrindindi Climate Network is presenting a session on community energy affordability and security - from 2pm-4.30pm this Saturday (Apr. 28) at the RSL Hall, Alexandra.

Presenters include Matthew CharlesJones, community energy projects in northeastern Victoria; Ben McGowan, benefits of a community energy retailer; and Dr Tony Richardson, from the Taggerty Micro Grid.

Contact: Rita, 0411 168 840.

Lodge Trivia Night ■ The Whittlesea Masonic Lodge is hosting a Games and Fun Night, from 7pm on Saturday, May 5, at the Beech St temple.

Adults, $10; families, $20. Bring-your-own drinks and nibbles; tea and coffee provided.

The Lodge is holding Wood Raffle in June and July. First prize is a trailer full of wood (minus the trailer).

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■ The movements of foxes, especially at night, have been caught on candid camera by the King Parrot Catchment Fox Control Project.

To establish the abundance of foxes in the district, the Project has been running a program using remote cameras on both private and public land in the King Parrot Creek catchment area.

The latest round of monitoring has recorded plenty of foxes as well as a variety of native animals that are vulnerable to predation by foxes.

Focus on Fauna joined with the King Parrot Catchment Fox Control Project last Sunday (Apr. 22) to hold a forum on foxes, at Strath Creek Hall.

A panel of experts provided an overview of the damage the introduced Red Fox, Vulpes vulpes, causes particularly to native wildlife; report on a fox management research project; and look at various methods of control.

Fun Mudder

■ Nic Bolto’s application to run the twiceyearly Fun Mudder event at Granite Park Place, Buxton, was due to go before last night’s meeting (Tues.) of Murrindindi Shire Council.

The walk/run challenge includes obstacles such as a mud pit, ground level tyre jumping course, climbing wall, ropes climb, bridge and a rope crossing.

Last year’s event allowed a maximum of 120 people; the

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Passed the buck

● One of the foxes caught on camera by the King Parrot Catchment Fox Control Project latest permit application seeks a maximum of 250 for each of the eight events over the next for years.

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■ In 1988, the Yea community was anxious to build a helipad in Station St, opposite the Yea and District Memorial Hospital, but was frustrated at every turn by the Labor State Government.

Local MLA Pat McNamara said that Police and Emergency Services Minister, Steve Crabb, had “passed the buck” after Mr Crabb wrote a letter saying that the helipad proposal was not within his portfolio.

Mr McNamara had written three months earlier, asking for a Yea Hospital deputation to be able to meet with Mr Crabb.

Mr Crabb “passed the buck” to State Health Minister, David White, who was yet to reply, 30 years ago.

Protest meeting ■ Yea Shire ratepayers were organising a protest meeting to voice disapproval to appoint a $46,000+ Director of Technical Services, above the then-Manager of Technical Services, Stan Kisler.

Former Yea Councillors Ron Drysdale and Don McLeish took out an ad in the Yea newspaper, explaining that the meeting was to give the public an opportunity to voice their opinion on the Council’s :”administrative extravagance”.

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School leaders from Alexandra Primary and St Mary’s Catholic Primary School were due to be welcomed at last night’s Murrindindi Shire meeting.

● Cr Leigh Dunscombe ■ Kinglake Ward Councillor Leigh Dunscombe will be joined by Murrindindi Shire Council CEO Craig Lloyd for a ‘Coffee with Council’ event at the Kinglake Pub from 12 Noon-1.30pm on Thursday next week (May 3).

Area residents are being encouraged to come to the hotel, and speak with their local Councillor and CEO about local issues.

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■ Cr Lyn Gunter was interviewed in the Melbourne Sunday Observer newspaper about the ‘death of King Parrot Creek’.

Then-Shire President, Cr David Lawson, described the press report as a “bit of a stir”.

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Minister visits ■ State Education Minister Caroline Hogg was joined by Whittlesea MLA Max McDonald to visitWhittlesea Technical High School, as well as primary schools at Flowerdale, Kinglake West, Middle Kinglake and Kinglake.

‘Sexist’ paper ■ Letter writer Cath Jansen questioned if the Yea newspaper should be labelled as “sexist” for not including netball results. Ms Jansen praised the work of the Yea Netball Club executive and coach Di Muller.

No waiting list ■ A number of people wanted of Ministry of Housing accommodation at Kinglake, but there was no waiting list, Yea Council was told. “And because there is no waiting list, no houses have been bought,” we reported in 1988.

Yea Council referred possible expansion of the Murrindindi Sawmill to the ministry.

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Strath Chat ■ Our 1988 edition had a good word for the Strath Creek Primary School weekly newspaper, Strath Chat, assembled by principal Doug Elliott and the school’s seven students.

Headline item was the theft of a camera from the school. “Police expect to catch them like they did last time.”

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Glenburn fire ● The Yea Municipal Band was reformed in 1920. Les Thorley was leader, and is pictured centre. His younger brother, Frederick, is on his left, says Alan Thorley of the Yea and District Historical Pages.

■ Fire completely destroyed trhe Glenburn home of Mrs Jolly, formerly of Murrindindi.

Two Glenburn tankers rushed to the fire scene at West Bridge Rd. A kerosene heater may have been cause of the fire.

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In Our Schools Picnic for Teddy ■ A Teddy Bears’ Picnic was held for Prep. students at Alexandra Primary School on Monday (Apr. 23).

Playing Group ■ Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House is running a free facilitated playgroup for children up to five years of age, from 10am-12 Noon, starting on Monday, May 14.

The group is run in partnership with the Department of Education and Training, Murrindindi Shire Council and the Murrindindi Children’s Network.

The group will be facilitated by a qualified Early Childhood Educator.

Fees at pools ■ Schools hiring pools in Murrindindi Shire will pay a slightly higher fee of $40.80 per hire in the 2018-19 financial year under proposals in the draft budget presented to last night’s Council meeting.

Alex. Friends’ Day ■ Friends and family are invited to join in the Special Friends Day being held at Alexandra Primary School this Friday (Apr. 27) from 9am-12.30pm.

The School is looking forward to welcoming mums, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters and friends.

Eildon Drive-In ■ The Eildon Primary School drive-in movie night is scheduled for this Saturday (Apr. 28). The event is being held at the school oval. A fee of $30 per car applies for the fundraiser.

Development day ■ Sacred Heart Parish School Yea teaching staff attended a professional development day in Maranatha Hall on Monday last week (Apr. 16).

Gumnuts at MKPS ■ A music and movement program Gumnuts - for three- and four-year-olds started last week, 9.30am-10.30am, Wednesdays, at Middle Kinglake Primary School.

St Mary’s activity ■ Children from across the parish were at St Mary's Primary School, Whittlesea, last week to prepare for Confirmation.

Bishop Terry spoke to the children and helped them to get ready for the special day.

First transition ■ Christmas Hills Primary School was due to hold its first transition event last night (Tues.)

Current and new families were invited to and hear from students and teachers about unique classroom learning programs and student-centred approach.

150th anniversary ■ Yarra Glen Primary School is holding its 150th anniversary in 2018.The original Yarra Flats building, opened in April 1868, was on the Woods Point Rd (now Melba Hwy).

There is evidence that the building stands today at Gulf Station.

Open day at WSC ■ Whittlesea Secondary College is holding an Open Day on Saturday, May 5. The event takes place from 9am-12 Noon.

Cross country ■ The cross country event was due to be held yesterday (Tues.) at Whittlesea Primary School.

Year 5 and 6 students are due to participate in their school sports day this Friday (Apr. 27).

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Price rises for some Shire services ■ Prices for a number of Murrindindi Shire services will increase from July 1, under the draft budget presented to last night’s Council meeting.

Many of the cost increases are set by statute, with the Council having no discretion over the rises.

A land information certificate will now cost $26.30, up by 1.5 per cent.

The price of a Drainage Point of Discharge Information Schedule goes up to $66.50.

Municipal Roads documents rise by about 1.6 per cent. For example, a major roads (50-kmh) application will cost $339.60.

There will be no increase for Council-controlled services such as photo-copying and faxing.

Freedom of information request costs will be $28.90 per application, a rise of 1.8 per cent.

Domestic building applications for additions or alterations remain at $498 (up to $40,000), $888 (up to $164,000). A permit for anew dwelling, up to $271,000,

● Craig Lloyd will continue to attract a charge $1488 per permit.

Permit fees for a shed/carport/verandah will be $505 (up 2 per cent), for a shed over 50 square metres will be $683 (up 1.9 per cent), for a swimming pool will be $683, and for restumping or underpinning will be $340.

Demolition permits also have a price rise: $355 for a dwelling (up 1.4 per cent); $690 for a commercial/industrial property up to 200 square

metres (an increase of 1.5 per cent).

Murrindindi Shire CEO Craig Lloyd is keen to promote the ‘customer experience’ for residents and ratepayers.

Where Council has had control of prices, most have faced no increase for the 201819 budget.

For example, commercial building applications stay at $1611.39 for projects valued at $100,000; or $2760 for values up to $250,000.

However, fees for extensions of time for a construction project will rise by 1.4 per cent to $210, and an amendment application will go up by 1.9 per cent to a minimum of $132.50.

An inspection of a dwelling rises in cost by 1.8 per cent to $445.

Domestic septic tank fee permit rise by 1.9 per cent to $540.

Prescribed accommodation registration faces price hikes of up to 2 per cent: up to 25 beds, $145; 26-50 beds, $200; 51-74 beds, $265; 75-100 beds, $330; 101-125 beds, $395.

Increases for registration with Shire ■ It will cost more to be a hairdresser, a dog or an imponded animal in Murrindindi Shire if the Council’s draft budget is approved.

Hairdressers’ registration will rise by 1.2 per cent to $175 under the proposed budget.

A skin penetration operator will need to pay 1.2 per cent more, at $175, to register with the Council.

Business registration transfers for health operators will pay 2.1 per cent more, at $143 per transfer.

Health inspections will cost $143, up 2.1 per cent. Flu shots for an external organisation face a similar percentage hike: $19.90 per shot.

New animal impoundment fees will be set under the proposed budget, with rises ranging from 1.2 per cent to 2.1 per cent.

Impoundment fees for dogs will be $84 from July 1. A reduced fee of $43 will apply to concession owners of dogs.

Cattle impoundment fees will be $92 per head; $49 per head for goats and pigs; and $92 for horses.

Sustenance at the pound for animals rises 19 per cent to $25 per day.

Impounding of all other animals (including birds and poultry) stay the same at $2.10 per head, with sustenance at $1.30 per day.

Livestock transport is charged at a flat rate of $255, up by 2 per cent.

■ The cost of obtaining a disabled parking permit in Murrindindi Shire is to rise by 10 cents, to $6.80, under the proposed budget set to be introduced for the new financial year beginning on July 1.

Job at CEACA ■ A 0.8 ‘equivalent full-time position’ for a Neighbourhood House Co-Ordinator is being offered by CEACA,Alexandra.

Tree change ■ Are you seeking to remove a tree on your property in Murrindindi Shire? Under the proposed 2018-19 budget, it will cost $1286.10 per application, up 1.6 per cent, from $1265.60.

Rubicon tour ■ A free Forest Tour will be held at Rubicon from 9.30am-12 Noon on Saturday (Apr. 28).

The forest attracted the 1928 building of the Rubicon Hydro Electricity scheme using kilometres of open aqueducts to ferry waters to four power stations and is which is still operating today.

The tour is conducted with the the Rubicon Forest Protection Group. Phone: 5773 2471. rubicondamtour@gmail.com

Bus fees rise ■ Not-for-profit groups hiring a community bus in Murrindindi Shire will pay 1.4 per cent-1.7 per cent more fromn July 1, if the proposed budget is approved.

Half-day hire rises to $73, and full-day hire is $120, under the new plans.

A disability rate of $36.50 will apply for half-day hire.

A refundable bond of $105 is planned.

ANZAC service ■ Middle Kinglake Primary School held an ANZAC service yesterday (Tues.). Students’ art work about ANZAC Day is on display in the school foyer.

More to swim Under the proposed 2018-19 budget, a replacement dog or cat tag will cost $4.25, up 1.2 per cent.

Dog/cat (unsexed) registration is to be set at $130; with a half-price set for concession owners.

Desexed dogs and cats will be charged at $43.50 each for registration; $22 for concession owners.

There is no registration fee for guide dogs.

Restricted breeds/declared animals will attract a $245 registration fee, up by 2.1 per cent.

Administration charges for slashing of private blocks will be set at $51 per infringment.

An application fee for a temporary shipping container is $100.

Tour at Yan Yean

■ A tour of the Yan Yean Water Supply will be held from 9.30am-4.30pm this Saturday (Apr. 28).

Completed in 1857, the Yan Yean Water Supply System remains one of the oldest functioning water systems in Australia.

An engineering marvel, it used ancient techniques of civil engineering to augment the natural water courses of the Plenty River and serve as a repository of drinking water for Melbourne.

Larn about its historical and cultural significance and future challenges in managing the heritage values of this early water supply.

Cost is $30 per person.

Bookings essential: 9217 2377 The tour is presented by Melbourne Water with support from the City of Whittlesea.

Local Briefs More for parking

■ It will cost more to swim at public pools in Murrindindi Shire, under the proposed 201819 budget.

Seniors season tocketys will rise by 2 per cent to $76.50. Junior/concession prices will rise similarly to $53. One adult and one dependent child will cost $82.50 for the season; with two or more children, the price will be $132.50.

A 2.2 per cent rise will apply to a season ticket for two adults with one or more dependent children. The new price will be $159.50.

An adult multi-pass will be $42.90; a child’s multi-pass will be $35.75.

Hirers who require a lifeguard will pay $80 per hour, with a $240 minimum for one guard, and $360 minimum for two guards.

Ranges grants

■ Expressions of interest are being sought for the new range of Ranges Foundation grants. The grant round closes at 5pm on Thursday. May 31.

Applicants can contact the Ranges Foundation to book an information session to ensure their applications meet the criteria.

Information will be available on understanding the criteria, networking and partnerships, writing your application, measuring success, budgeting, tracking your budget, reporting and acquittals.

For all enquiries please contact the foundation on 0468 343 763 or email: info@rangesfoundation.org.au for application forms, or if you wish to have an application form forwarded to you.

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WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO ‘WIZARD OF OZ’ The Wizard of Oz has quickly become Australia’s smash hit musical, with almost every performance in Sydney sold out after a near sell-out Brisbane season. Melbourne audiences are flocking to buy tickets to the London Palladium production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Wizard of Oz! The Wizard of Oz opens in Melbourne from May 15 at the Regent Theatre.

The Wizard of Oz has been thrilling capacity audiences since it opened and impressing critics as well.

Leading The Wizard of Oz cast are Anthony Warlow as The Wizard and Professor Marvel, Lucy Durack as Glinda the Good Witch and Jemma Rix as The Wicked Witch of the West.

Rising star Samantha Dodemaide plays the coveted role of Dorothy, her first leading role in a major musical. Eli Cooper plays the role of the Scarecrow, Alex Rathgeber plays the Tin Man, and John Xintavelonis plays the Lion.

Local People

PHOTOS: ROTARY CLUB OF YEA

We have six double passes (great stalls tickets) to give away to readers for the ‘Wizard of Oz’ at the Regent Theatre, at 7pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2018.

To enter, complete the details on this entry form, and mail it to ‘Wizard of Oz Comp’, PO Box 1278, Research, Vic 3095, to reach us by first mail on Monday, May 7.

Only enter if you can attend.

These are great stalls tickets.

Winners will receive their tickets by mail.

● Rotary Club of Yea President Marj Hamilton, Vocational Director Gary Fitzgerald, present an award to Hamish Fella, flanked by Chris Pollard.

TELL US YOUR BIRTHDAY DAY MONTH YEAR To enter, post to: Wizard of Oz Comp PO Box 1278, Research, Vic 3095

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Name: .............................................................................

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Subject to Local Media Pty Ltd competition terms and conditions which include publication of your name, address and birthday details ● Yea Rotary President Marj Hamilton with Vocational Award recipient Joanne Aitkens, alongside Y Water Discovery Centre’s Pauline Roberts

WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO ‘TALES OF THE SILK ROAD’ Distinguished Pipa (Chinese Lute) master Zhang Hong-Yan together with over 30 top-level musicians from the Plucked-String Orchestra of China Central Conservatory of Music will make their Australian debut in Tales of the Silk Road. Experience the majesty in a one night only performance at Melbourne Recital Hall on Tuesday 8 May. Combining folk music along the Silk Road and contemporary dance, the concert brings together the Pipa, Chinese traditional percussions and exquisite stage decoration, giving audiences an unforgettable multidimensional artistic experience. The concert explores wide-spread Chinese masterpieces with strong ethnic features including Spring of Tian Mountain, Cockfight and Tales of the Silk Road.

We have six double passes to give away to readers for the ‘Tales of the Silk Road Concert’ at the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre, at 7.30pm on Tuesday, May 8, 2018.

To enter, complete the details on this entry form, and mail it to ‘Tales of the Silk Road Concert’, PO Box 1278, Research, Vic 3095, to reach us by first mail on Monday, April 30.

● Ross Armstrong with his second year plumbing apprentice Kieran Spagnolo who received a Pride of Workmanship Award from Marj Hamilton

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These are great stalls tickets.

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Name: .............................................................................

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● Rita Seethaler from Taggerty has been made a Paul Harris Fellow recognising her efforts in establishing 'Pans on Fire' after the 2009 fires

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Regional News Railway tour

■ Seymour Railway Heritage Centreis conducting a Heritage Train tour to Echuca with a free breakfast in Seymour Station's Historic Dining Room prior to departure.

The Echuca team Rally, to be hle don Saturday, June 9, is a major community event.

First held in 1963, it is one of the region's longest running events, attracting visitors from all over the country.

This event showcases more than 700 exhibits of working yesteryear, with steam engines, vintage cars, and working horses.

The Heritage Train will be hauled by former Victorian Railways blue and gold locomotives, and passengers will have the choice of travelling in comfortable 100-yearold wooden bodied carriages or former Spirit of Progress steel compartment carriages.

The restored 111-year-old Yarra Carriage will be on the trip to Echuca.

The famous original 1937 Spirit of Progress round ended Parlour carriage and Dining Carriage will also be a part of the train.

Visit www.srhc.org.au or phone 0412 124 659.

- Contributed

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Local People

Vale Bev Drysdale ■ Community stalwart Bev Drysdale, of ‘Box Hill’, Yea, has passed away at the age of 85.

She and late husband, Dougal, were considerable contributors to community life in Yea, Yarck and beyond.

Bev Drysdale (nee Wright) was active in many local organisations including Country Fire Authority, Yea Shire Council and the Yea Football-Netball Club.

She was an active supporter of the activities of her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by Judy, John, Lynne and Sue and their partners Ken, Heather, Ian and Michael, 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

The family has extended thanks to staff at Rosebank Hostel, Yea Hospital and Ringwood Private.

A service to celebrate the life of Bev will be held at the Yea Recreation Reserve on Friday, May 4, at 1pm followed by a burial at the Old Yea Cemetery. Arrangements are in the hands of McCormack Funerals.

● Flashback: Bev and Dougal Drysdale at a Yea ‘Australia Day’ celebration.

Kinglake’s visit to Thornton-Eildon

Reader’s letter

■ Sir, I am the great great granddaughter of John Cotton of Doogalook station.

I went to Yea on Thursday (Apr. 19) and picked up your Local Paper to find that you had a section on my Great uncle Peter Snodgrass.

I got on to the Local Paper website to find you have been running a section on my great great grandparents Mr and Mrs John Cotton. (April 1`2, 2017).

I found the part where John Cotton had built the Hotel.Store at Dairy Creek Rd. This was news to me. I also found the story on my great uncle Albert Le Souef.

Dr Cheney and the Moyle family are also related to me. My great grand mother was the daughter of Peter and Charlotte Snodgrass (Gertrude married Duncan MacVean).

- Cheryl Poole, Healesville

Local News Community garden ■ The Local Paper last week published a report on the future of the Yea Community Garden, based on words used by Cr Rebecca Bowles at last month’s Murrindindi Shire Council meeting.

According to the Council minutes, Cr Bowles said: ““Unfortunately, there has been a major setback for the community garden project around the Police Station as there has been an external security review completed with the recommendation that the community compost project has to go, this now puts in jeopardy all the great collaboration that has been achieved so far between the community house, the high school and the local police station.”

Yea Community Garden’s Facebook page said: “Just to let people know, contrary to this article, the Community Garden is not at any risk of having to move and never has been.

“This article has just been written on hearsay without actually checking details and information.

“There was some uncertainty about whether the compost project in the rear of the property could stay there or would have to be moved to the front, but the current position has been secured with some details being negotiated as we speak.

“Local councillor Bec Bowles and Murrindindi Shire CEO have been working together with the police and the Community Garden to produce a positive outcome, thanks to our great council reps,” the post said.

Jacque Garlick commented: “Again this journalist has got it wrong again.”

Yea Community Garden: “Yep.” Jacque Garlick: “That’s why it is called ashes trash, good fire lighter for winter.”

Belinda Fisher: “Fake news”!

Yea Community Garden: “Totally fake news. Trump would be proud. Please share it around as I am getting sick of getting stopped in street by concerned people.”

Footy future

● Kinglake Football-Netball Club steward and timekeeper Avon Falkingham pictured with field umpire, Campbell Harris of Harris, at Thornton.

PHOTOS: ASH LONG

Joke is on Eric

■ The AFLYarra Ranges League is examining possibilities for a restructure of local football and netball in 2020, or even earlier.

It is currently in discussions with SEFNL about teams possibly joining the southern end of the competition.

This would mean a possible separate league for northern teams including Yea, Alexandra, Kinglake and Thornton-Eildon.

Other teams that might join the northernend might be Broadford, Bonnie Doon, Longwood, Violet Town and Riddell.

■ AFLYarra Ranges Commission Chairman Tony Mitchell was at the Alexandra v Yea game on Saturday. His comments, and that of Yea FNC President, Brad Watts, were in The Weekly Times last week.

Research garden ■ There will be an iopen garden from 10am4.30pm on Saturday-Sunday, May 19-20, at Nioka, 105 Gumtree Rd, Research.

An expansive collection of aloes and succulents are both the passion and inspiration for ceramic artist, Jack Lätti, whose fascinating garden opens with Open Gardens Victoria next month.

Jack grew up in South Africa and there are hints everywhere in the aloes, boulders and structures in his garden. 'Nioka' meaning, 'green hill', is literally perched on top of a hill with breathtaking views of distant mountains.

Visitors are welcome to wander through the nursery and explore Jack's working pottery studio. The studio is often open to the public for exhibitions, workshops and pottery classes. Plants and ceramic art will be for sale at the garden opening.

● Cr Ertic Lording in China ■ King Parrot Creek Councillor Eric Lording does not mind telling a joke against himself. He took to the stage at the Enterprise and Brand Show in Guangzhou in China, to give a a short impromptu talk on waste management and how the recent China embargo affected Australia. He did not realise the image that was scrolling behind him.

● Kinglake Reserves contest the ball against Thornton-Eildon on Saturday.

Steels Creek event

Whittlesea Police

Cops and Villains Disco at K’lake

■ A family and social night will be held at Steels Creek Tennis Club from 5.30pm this Friday (Apr. 27).

Cost is $25 per family and includes barbecue tea and coaching for the kids.

More information is available from Mark, – 61411111839@online.telstra.com.au - Grapevine

■ Vacancies that existed at Whittlesea Police Station have been filled, returning the staffing levels to an establishment strength of one Senior Sergeant, two Sergeant s and 12 other ranks.

■ A Cops and Villains Disco will be held at the Ellimatta Art Space from 6pm-8pm this Friday (Apr. 27).

The Blue Light event, with a $6 entry fee, is aimed at Prep-Year 7 students.

Blue Light events are run by local police and volunteers.

For more details about Friday’s event, contact Leading Senior Constable Jane Marks on 0457 413 949.

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What The Papers Say Simpson tribute

■ This year’s ANZAC service at Terip Terip will commence at 11.30am. There will be a special tribute to Simpson and the Donkey with a real life donkey in attendance.

Following on, the Terip community will be planting a Lone Pine and unveiling a plaque in memory of the men and women from the district who have served in war.

“It would be a nice gesture to have as many residents from the community, as well as descendants of those on the Terip Roll of Honour boards, in attendance for the unveiling,” said the Granite News.

A barbecue lunch and the annual ANZAC biscuit bake off will finish the day.

- Granite News

Water review

■ A Liberal Nationals government would review the charges of Victoria’s rural water authorities to ensure water storage and delivery costs are fair and equitable.

Shadow Water Minister Steph Ryan announced the review, which will examine water storage categories, including bulk water and entitlement storage, last week. ‘‘Getting the balance right is vital to the future of Victoria’s irrigation communities,’’ Ms Ryan said.

- Seymour Telegraph

Breaking the ice

■ Mansfield District Hospital is ready to launch a new program to help clients and their families find solutions to the harms associated with substance abuse.

The community control approach is an innovative new system – the first of its kind for regional Victoria – and is hoped to succeed where most other solutions seemed to have failed.

The program had its beginnings in a 2014 Mansfield community forum attended by more than 200 people concerned about the ilicit drug ice in the shire.

- Mansfield Courier

Go Fish at Nag’bie

■ Nagambie is set to host the country’s biggest and richest freshwater fishing festival from 2019, with the launch of ‘GoFish Nagambie’.

Minister for Tourism and Major Events, John Eren, made the announcement at the launch of the event, hosted by Mitchelton Winery, saying the four-day fishing extravaganza would bring thousands of people and millions of dollars to the region.

“The two-year deal will see up to 5000 competitors participate in the fishing competition, with over $500,000 worth of prizes on offer,” Mr Eren said.

- Euroa Gazette

As it happened

■ The final contribution of the late Val Sheehan to the history of the Coldstream district is in print.

Volume Four of As It Happened completes decades of research and hard work by the Coldstream historian, and following her death in 2015, by members of the Lilydale and District Historical Society to see the final volume of her work completed.

Previous volumes cover from settlement to 1900, 1900 to 1920 and 1920 to 1940.

- Mountain Views Mail

Premier in stoush

■ A Stoush broke out between Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and Nillumbik Shire Council Mayor Peter Clarke where it was declared the controversial sale of two reserves would not go ahead.

- Diamond Valley Leader

Roos on the move?

■ The State Government will consider “darting” and moving a large mob of kangaroos stranded in a Mernda paddock back to the Plenty Gorge.

- Whittlesea Leader

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Court Lists Seymour Magistrates’ Court - Criminal Case Listings Thursday, April 26 Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division.

Victoria Police - March, B (35439) v Christodoulou, Michael Anthony. SocitSeymour Victoria Police - Eaton, S (30260) v Garlick, Donna. UniYea Victoria Police - Jackson, A (41009) v Ramsay, Joel. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Briant, C (39120) v Lander, Nicole. UniWallan Victoria Police - Wright, A (31459) v Morgan, Michael.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Ogilvie, Shelley Leigh. Melbourne Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Logan, Andrew Jonathan. Melbourne Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Bennett, Barry Terrence. Melbourne Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Carruthers, John Paul. Melbourne Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Boddington, Michelle Lee. Melbourne Victoria Police - Newbury, D (22528) v Fairweather, Michael. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Heather, D (42932) v Beckham, Michael James. Pcet-Seymour Victoria Police - Walton, A (40916) v Foley, Adam. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Wells, B (37438) v Gilpin, Anthony Michael. Highway PatrolSeymour Traffic Camera Office Traffic Camera Office v Jackson, Tim. Melbourne Victoria Police - Ellis, J (40810) v Foley, Adam. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Turner, J (34532) v Hepworth-Joyce, Douglas. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Broadway, B (42074) v Walley, Jay. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Ellis, J (40810) v Gayapersad, Alexander. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Davidge, K (37856) v Smith, Nathan Lindsay. Uni- Kilmore.

Victoria Police - Sanderson, L (41694) v Bradford, Gregory Matthew. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Williams, G (37972) v Nicolosi, Benjamin. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Bortolotto, C (40740) v Corsi, Carlo. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Brown, T (29986) v Byne, Fiona Louise .Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Roberts, J (42367) v Ginn, Aaron. UniShepparton Victoria Police - Fraser, P (35913) v Lennox, Kelly. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Lock, M (42446) v Nicolosi, Benjamin James. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Webster, B (41109) v Tacey, Kelly. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Fairweather, Michael. Traffic Camera Office

80 Years Ago Contents of Court Lists are intended for information purposes only. The lists are extracted from Court Lists, as supplied to the public, by the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria, often one week prior to publication date; for current Court lists, please contact the Court. Further details of cases are available at www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au The Local Paper shall in no event accept any liability for loss or damage suffered by any person or body due to information provided. The information is provided on the basis that persons accessing it undertake responsibility for assessing the relevance and accuracy of its content. No inference of a party’s guilt, innocence or liability should be made by publication of their name as a defendant. Court schedules may be changed at any time for any reason, including withdrawal of the action by the Plaintiff/Applicant. E&OE.

Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Fairweather, Michael. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Fairweather, Michael. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Fairweather, Michael. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Jackson, A (41009) v Smith, Nathan Lindsay. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Horton, Leanne. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Voisey, A (41594) v Vearing, Darren.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Mion, C (40159) v Rule, Jacob Luke.

Uni-Wallan Victoria Police - Davidge, K (37856) v Grubb, Jacob Brendon. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Thomas, S (40419) v Sundblom, Sarah Isabel. Dtu-Seymour Victoria Police - Reynolds, J (31151)v Evangelista, Anthony. Uni-Yea Victoria Police - Walton, A (40916) v Watts, Adam. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Cross, A (32254) v Ash, Robert. UniRobinvale Victoria Police - Mion, C (40159) v Hawkes, David. UniWallan Victoria Police - Rourke, M (41690) v Dentakos, Steve.

Uni-Seymour Community Corrections Centre - Peacock, Tv Dib, Eddie. Seymour Community Correction Centre Victoria Police - Mcfarlane, A (39495) v Jarvie, Michael.

Uni-Wallan Victoria Police - Binns Saxby, M (38713) v Coucill, Maxine Sharryn. UniBroadford Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Walsh, Colin. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Mcphie, R (42040) v Rule, Jacob. Transit Central 2 Victoria Police - Costa, C (28340) v Ginn, Aaron John.

Ciu-Mitchell Victoria Police - Hunter, S (33941) v White, Justin. SocitWangaratta Victoria Police - Davidge, K (37856) v Beasley, Jodie Elizabeth. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Dowell, C (24892) v Meade, Jayson. Traffic Camera Office Victoria Police - Tranter, D (34720) v Rule, Jacob. Driver Training Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Slade, David Aaron.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Warren, M (41378) v Outram, Glenn.

Victoria Police - Houguet, B (40313) v D'alessandro, Bianca. Uni-Wallan Victoria Police - Erdeljac, N (40309) v Donson, Tracey. UniMelbourne West Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v

Wilkie, Luke. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Doyle, Jamie Andrew. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Victoria Police - Hele, L (37345) v Chamberlain, Paul.

Uni-Fitzroy Community Corrections Centre - Enright-Milne, C v Bau, Michael. Community Corrections Centre Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Cleary, Sarah. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Community Corrections Centre - Peacock, T v Kirwen, Bradley. Seymour Victoria Police - Thomas, S v Dib, Eddie. Seymour Unknown - Brunec, S v Sundblom, Sarah. Wodonga Victoria Police - Crossing, J v Ginn, Hayden. Seymour Community Corrections Centre - Enright, Cv Jackson, Tim. Seymour Community Correction Centre Friday, April 27 Victoria Police - Thomas, S (40419) v Nesbitt, Anthony Peter. Dtu-Seymour DELWP - Paganis, C v Agius, Gerard Joseph. Dept Of Environment, Land, Water, Planning Victoria Police - Carland, J (34285) v Nesbitt, Anthony Peter. Ciu-Mitchell Mansfield Magistrates’ Court - Criminal Case Listings Wednesday, May 2 Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division.

Victoria Police - Collyer, P (23702) v Noncie, Ad. UniMarysville Victoria Police - Walsh, M (38049) v Hedger, Isaac. UniMarysville Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Crawford, Christopher Mckinnon. Melbourne Victorian Electoral Commission - Victorian Electoral Commission v Rodriquez, Daniel Jacob. Melbourne Royal Soc. Prevention Cruelty To Animals - Green, M v Rawlings, Janet. Royal Soc. Prevention Cruelty ToAnimals Victoria Police - Moser, A (32525) v Perry, Mark Andrew.

Highway Patrol-Mansfield Victoria Police - Collyer, P (23702) v Lansley, Darryl John.

Uni-Marysville Victoria Police - Smith, B (29408) v Nathan, Shane. UniAlexandra Victoria Police - Collyer, P (23702) v Sorensen, Luke Angus. Uni-Marysville Victoria Police - Brodley, P (32351) v Lucas, Peter Russell.

Uni-Mansfield Victoria Police - Field, A (34736) v Jarvis, Nigel. UniAlexandra Victoria Police - Dwight, K (26884) v Caley, Andrew Gordon. Uni-Woods Point Victoria Police - Drake, K (38714) v Mcmasters, Chloe.

Uni-Shepparton Victoria Police - Cameron, R (30078) v Lacey, Justin. UniMansfield Victoria Police - Guglielmi, R (32001) v Riley, Joanne Elizabeth. State Hwy PatrolNorth Victoria Police - Mclachlan, M (29272) v Dawson, Leigh James. Highway PatrolMansfield Turn To Page 65

From Our 1938 Files

Alex. Golf Club

■ The Golf Club will start its sea on on Saturday, 7th May next, when 12 holes Mixed Foursomes will be played.

The Club has bunkered four of the holes and with the recent good rains the course. should be in very good condition for the opening.

The course looks very clean and there is no old grass, and the club hopes all Its Members and Associates will this seasoa enjoy the golf.

Victoria Hotel

■ A popular rendezvous for sportsmen, the Victoria Hotel, Epping, in a topical advertisement in this issue (1938), draws attention to the fact that the hotel has for years past been "the goal of every sportsman."

Visiting teams will find this spot the right place for a convivial drink with the home team after a vigorous game at Epping.

Mr H.J. Johnson

■ Residents of the district were greatly shocked when it became known that Mr. Henry Joseph Johnson had passed away on Sat urday morning last.

He was at his work on a contract with his brother Bert the day before, and took ill early on Saturday morning, and was removed to Alexandra Hospital, where he passed away.

About eighteen months ago Mr. Johnson was seriously ill.

The late Mr. Johnson was born at Johnson's Creek, Alexandra 57 years ago, and apart from being absent in WestAustralia for a short period, resided in the Alexandra district all his life.

He was held in high esteem by everyone.

He had a first-class knowledge of mining, was a bridge builder of outstanding ability, and a good footballer and cricketer in his younger days.

At the cricket match on Saturday Alexandra team wore black arm bands as a mark of respect to their former playing member.

In days gone by he was captain of the Alexandra football team.

As a member of the M.U.I.O.OF. Lodge he was an acqulsition, and was always ready and willing to put forward his efforts to extend its progress. He was a Past Grand of the Lodge.

The funeral took place on Monday last from his residence, "War.rrawee," at 11 a.m.

The cortege was a long one, and the floral trib.utes were beautiful. The coffin was arried by members of the M.U. Lodge, viz., Messrs. S. Hewitt, J. Elward, M. McLeod, G. Sapsford, W. Creighton, H. Pert. Pallbear.ers were Messrs G. Grant, W. Barton.

E. E. Payne, L. Stillman, R.J. Briggs, C. Fookes. Lodge members followed in procession from the cemetery gate to the graveside, The burial service was read by Rev. G. L, Johnson, and Mr. A. E. Howell had charge of the funeral arrangements.

A wife and son, Harry, are left to mourn their great loss,

Yan Yean Tennis

■ Members of the Yan Yean tennis club met at the tennis court Easter week and presented Mr. L. McA. Smith, the leading member of the team, with a case of cutlery on the occasion of his marriage to Miss Jean Payne.

The presentation was made by Mr. Russell Hancorne, who expres sed the hope that the young couple would have a long and happy married life. His remarks were supported by Mr. George Draper, and Mr. McA. Smith suitably responded.

Caveat loss

■ News has been received of the death of Mrs. Swaby, of Hampton.The deceasod lady was formerly Miss Minchinton, of Caveat, having resided in the district many years.

She took an active interest in all church matters, and was organist in the Caveat church for over 15 years, and also taught Sunday School.

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The Yea Story: Part 42

Courthouse replaced after 100 years From The Story of Yea

by Harvey Blanks ■ Ratepayers expressed great satisfaction, principally becuaswe the SEC takeover of the town’s electricity plant would mean a reduction in the existing tariff.

And about the same time, the Yea Progress Association began to press seriously for the establishment of a proper concrete swimming pool, pointing out that after the war, as returned servicemen married and established their families, there would be a great increase in the number of children in the township.

As the conflict drew to its close, ratepayers and councillors began to look seriously at the shape of their Shire in the immediate post-wat years.

A public meeting was called to discuss the possibility of raising funds for a Bush Nursing Hospital, and by July 1945, a hospital committee of residents had purchased a suitable site and raised a small amount of cash toward theestimated £7500 cost of building such a district amenity.

This coincided most happily with victory celebrations and, while, the town flew flags and bunting and held delirious Welcome Home celebrations for its sons, plans were already afoot to turn the hospital plan into a grand official memorial project to commemorate the Shire’s impressive war effort.

While successive groups of returning servicemen were entertained at official Council luncheons, and an appeal fund was established for less formal homecoming entertainments in Yea’s hotels and in the Shire Hall, the inspector of the Hospital and Charities Commission was invited to visit the town. meet the representatives of the Bush Nursing Hospital Committee and advise on the whole exciting project.

The inspector rather dampened proceedings by stating that a local hospital, as at present envisaged, could not be regarded as other than a private establishment, and therefore could not be licensed to make any public appeal for funds.

But this objection was speedily overcome. The hospital committee registered with the Hospital and Charities Commission, the Council made a handsome donation (£1000 a year in the initial years), and a public meeting placed it seal of approval upon the project by adopting the new hospital as Yea’s official and recognised war memorial.

So was born, and named, the Yea and District Memorial Hospital, which over the post-war years has won a reputation as one of the finest and most modern hospitals in the state. ★ Like most towns and cities in the country, Yea had become run down and somewhat dilapidated during the war years.

Lack of materials and shortage of manpower had meant that maintenance had been kept to a minimum.

Now with the return of peace, the people of Yea took a fresh look at their town and decided that many ideas which had been placed in cold storage since 1939 should be brought out, dusted off and implemented.

Attention centred naturally, on the old Shire Hall which, behind its roughcast facade, had been allowed to deteriorate, and now presented a rather depressing aspect not at all

● The original Yea Library (pictured) and Courthouse were replaced in the 1960s commensurate with the future the lists of names of the hundreds of ernough will recall it was an interpeople who attended the various func- mediate term in common usage beShire envisaged for itself.

At first the Council came up with tions. tween the pre-war ‘refugee’ and the By 1950, extensions to township later ‘new Australian’. a rather grandiose plan to build a new Shire Hall on the site of the present services were being considered.

Certainly, those called Balts were The engineer suggested the intro- by no means all from the Baltic counCivic Centre for about £16,000.

It had been impressed with the duction of a garbage collection ser- tries.

Shire Hall it had inspected at Euroa, vice - long overdue - and efforts were Towards the end of 1951, Yea and set its heart on something simi- made to obtain a new sanitary depot joined with Mansfield and lar with ground floor seating capac- for the nightsoil service.

Alexandra in the formation of a reOne bright idea was to use the old gional library service and a local ity of 600 and a balcony to hold 300.

The same building would hope- Providence mine shift (the largest and committee eventually was set up to fully contain supper room and facili- deepest ready dug hole in the entire operate Yea’s own free library serties, new Council offices and cham- Shire), but the Mines Department vice. bers, an infant welfare centre and a vetoed the suggestion.

Ten years later, the Library, the Pressure from the Mothers’ Club Courthouse and Pre-School Centre comfor station.

To finance the project, it was pro- resulted in the selection of a site for were to lose their old premises and posed to sell the old Shire Hall to the a new swimming pool, but this project see the beginnings of the new Civic cinema lessee for about £4000 and had to be deferred until 1956 because Centre which today is the most atraise the remaining £12,000as a of an acute state-wide shortage of tractive and modern building comcement and steel; today, the com- plex in Yea. loan.

Architects approved the new site pleted pool is one of the town’s most A decade after new civic offices and the overall concept, but at the popular amenities. and community buildings were first Yet even while planning the pro- mooted, a special building and planend of 1946 the Council had second thoughts and decided to defer the vision of modern facilities, Yea never ning committee of the Shire Council forgot its rural origins. matter for at least a year. was set up in 1959, under the chairIt is interesting to learn that in manship of Cr Hugh Long, to deLess ambitious plans to improve the town were, however, put in hand, 1950, while planning the provision velop the project and also to work High Street was to be kerbed and of car parks in High Street, the engi- out a planning scheme for the town channelled at last, the remaining pine neer was instructed to erect 20-feet which would meet its needs well into trees were to be removed and re- hitching rails at either end for the the future. placed mostly with natives, and the benefit of people riding into town on This committe was able to cut itold fences around the plantations horseback or driving in by buggy. self free from orthodox thinking of These early post-war years were the past and divorce the needs of civic were to be removed in stages.

Impetus to the clean up campaign also the years when the flow of mi- administration and community serwas given to the Hospital Commit- grants began to impinge upon the vices from the old concept of a centee, which suggested holding a Yea national consciousness. tral meeting place, or hall; and so it Yea had its own settlement of mi- decided to retain the existing Shire Centenary Week in 1948 to help raise funds for the new memorial grants, mostly Czech and Polish, who, Hall for recreation and amusement settled in the Highlands area under and plan an entirely new complex building.

The idea was taken up with en- their own stream, and have since on Crown Land already reserved fpr thusiasm, and the Centenary, com- made considerable contributions to public buildings which, at the time, bined with a Back to Yea Week, was the community. was already occupied by the ancient Elsewhere in the Shire, however, Courthouse, the old fire station and elebrated in March 1948.

During the preceding nine migrants may still have been re- the ageing free library building. months, a Queen Carnival raised garded - quite impersonally perhaps Negotiations with the Library almost £7500, and Miss Audrey Hil- - as second class citizens. for when Committee resulted in the transfer debrand was duly crowned in a the assets of the Providence Mine of the old building and site to the Shire colourful ceremony in the Shire Hall were sold up in 1950 the Shire En- Council, and shortly afterward at which the official guest was gineer bought an old secondhand agreement was reached with the Victoria’s deputy premier, the Hon. shed for £50 in furtherance of a Country Fire Authority ro acquire scheme which he described in the the site of their station.

J.G. McDonald, MLA. Dances, balls, picnic races and following words: “Owing to a shortThe old brigade building was innumerable social gatherings, both age of labour, I suggest we endeav- transferred to the Recreation Reserve official and private, made the Eas- our to obatin thre Balts. at Molesworth, and the Council paid “Two of these could be housed in half the cost of a freehold site elseter celebrations probably the most successful large scale event in Yea’s the above-mentioned shed, and the where in the township where the CFA history and special trains and buses third (with family) can probably be erected a new building. as well as host of private cars, housed in an old derelict house at The Attorney-General of the day, brought many old residents and their Highlands; this latter Balt would then Sir Arthur Rylah, visited Yea, indescendants back to the township for act as patrolman, as up to date we spected the site of the proposed Civic have had no applicants for this posi- Centre and approved its erection the occasion.

The Yea Chronicle published an tion.” abutting the Courthouse.

The very name ‘Balt’ is now foreight-page special edition printed on Toward the end of 1961, the firm pink paper, its columns packed with gotten, yet those with memories long of Marsh, Bennie and Berry was

appointed architects to develop the centre, which was to contain a Council chamber, municipal offices, library, infant welfare centre and preschool centre.

However, Mr Marsh conceived the idea of demolising the old Courthouse and including Court accommodation in the new Civic Centre.

As the old Courthouse had been erected in the early 1860s, and maintenance wa growing increasingly heavy, Sir Arthur Rylah approved the proposal.

The completed west wing of the boundary was opened in 1963 by the Hon. Murray Poreter, the Government having contributed $16,000 toward the cost of the Pre-School, Infant Welfare Centre and the new Library.

In 1967, the Government passed the Yea Civic Centre and Court House Bill ratifying the agreement by which the old Court House, then just over 100 years old, was to be demolished and court facilities provided in the second stage of the building project, namely the east wing, which housed the Council chambers and offices.

Stage Two was completed five years after the west wing, and was officially opened on June 28, 1968, by the Hon. George Reid, MP. Total cost of the entire centre was $140,000, of which the Government provided $36,000.

The Civic Centre complex, with attractive lawns and shrubs planted about it, became a symbol of the new Yea and its faith in the future.

But the old Shire Hall, repainted and refurbished, still stands solidly in High Street as a reminder of the past; its Victorian tower looking out over the shady planattions and the old shops and houses that have changed so little over the past half century.

And while it is proud of its Centre, its High School and swimming pool, the town retains a jealous pride in some of its older features.

Early customs, too, lingered on.

As a practice for long as most people can remember, a tall black painted board was suspended against the windows outside the E.S. Purcell store whenever a local identity died.

This was a sort of quaint local equivalent, perhaps, of flying a flag at hlaf-mast. The appearance of the black board was an invitation to passers-by to call inside and learn the identity of the person who had died.

Yea became as much of a service town, supplying the needs of the Shire’s rural communitt, as it has always been since the first huts were built as the original Muddy Creek settlement, although there is a burgeoning tourist industry, which coach loads of visitors descending upon it at weekends.

The surrounding countryside changes but little, presenting much the same pastoral appearance as has distinguished the pleasant landscape for the past century.

Yet periodically this landscape has been ravaged by fires and floods, recalling that when Hume and Hovell first passed through the area on foot they found much of the country smouldering from fires which they attributed to hostile Aborigines, while John Cotton of Doogallookl had to swim his cattle to safety in a monstrously flooded Goulburn River. ● To be continued next week in The Local Paper.

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Great sports across Murrindindi

● Making Murrindindi sports history: the Thornton-Eildon Women’s football team took to the field at Blackburn on Sunday in the Shinboners’ blue and white (with a touch of pink) in the Eastern Region Women’s Football League. A full match report is on Page 65 of this week’s Local Paper.

Photo: Thornton-Eildon District Football and Netball Club

● David Wallace receiving the winners trophy for the Queen’s Prize in F class Standard B Grade from Jacinta Allan, Member for Bendigo East and Minister for Transport and Major Projects Leader of the House (Assembly). This trophy will stand along side the trophies for David’s first place in the David Syme and the first prize for the Perc Pavey Grand Champion plus numerous medals for individual range prizes won at the Victorian Queen’s prize series April 18 -22, contested on the Victorian Rifle Association’s Wellsford range, Bendigo East. No wonder there are big smiles all around. A clean sweep for David who now has been regraded as A Grade in F Class Standard a fantastic result after a top class performance.

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● Yea coach Ash Walsh sets the pace at Rebel Park on Saturday.

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Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

‘The Real Thing’ in WeHo

■ Hi everyone, from my suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites comes this week's news.

New Fleetwood Mac ■ Fleetwood Mac has fired Lindsey Buckingham after a disagreement over the band's upcoming tour, Rolling Stone has confirmed. The band has announced that Mike Campbell of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, and Neil Finn of Crowded House will replace him.

Kicks on Route 66

■ Thousands of Aussies come and stay at the fabulous Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites all through the year.

You never know who you might bump into in the hotel reception area.

Last week it was The Footy Show’s Sam Newman, and this week it was Russell Morris.

I am sure Russell Morris has sung that song many times and he was grateful to be on Route 66 where the Ramada is located on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood.

Route 66 came out of Chicago and wound its way down Santa Monica Boulevard, past the Ramada, to end up at the Santa Monica Pier.

Collecting US income tax ■ The US Federal Government collected a record $736,274,000,000 in individual income taxes through the first six months of fiscal 2018 (Oct. 1, 2017 through the end of March), according to the Monthly Treasury Statement just released.

The approximately $736,274,000,000 in individual income taxes that the Treasury collected in October through March of this fiscal year was $24,473,780,000 more than the $711,800,220,000 (in constant March 2018 dollars) that the Treasury collected in the first six months of fiscal 2017.

While the Federal Government was collecting record individual income taxes in the first half of this fiscal year, both payroll taxes and corporate income taxes declined compared to last year.

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● in front of the official 'Route 66' sign is the Managing Director of the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, Alan Johnson, with multi-award winner and 'the real 'thing' Russell Morris.

Piece of music history ■ A piece of Beatles memorabilia is going up for sale for $375,000 lyrics handwritten by Paul McCartney for the 1968 classic Hey Jude at a recording session.

The same lyrics are seen being used by John Lennon in a videotaped recording, hung from a mike stand. The song is credited to Lennon and McCartney and adapted from a ballad McCartney wrote for Lennon's son Julian, originally called Hey Jules. Moments in Time dealer Gary Zimet, who is selling the item, said, "This rare lyric sheet was seen being used

by Lennon in a filmed recording session and is written all in McCartney's hand."

Stan Lee fights back

■ Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee has slammed reports that he's a victim of elder abuse.

"Hi, this is Stan Lee, and I'm calling on behalf of myself and my friend Keya Morgan. Now you people have been publishing the most hateful, harmful material about me and about my friend Keya and some others," the 95-year-old Spider-Man creator said.

"Material which is totally incorrect, totally based on slander, totally the type of thing that I'm going to sue your ass off when I get a chance," he explained.

The Hollywood Reporter published a story insinuating that no one surrounding Lee appeared to have his best interests at heart since the death of his wife last year.

Mariah has disorder

■ The co-founder of Apple Computers, Steve Wozniak, has said he's leaving Facebook over the data-harvesting scandal that has rocked the company.

On his now-deactivated account, Wozniak wrote: "I am in the process of leaving Facebook. It's brought me more negatives than positives. Apple has more secure ways to share things about yourself. I can still deal with old-school email and text messages."

He praised Apple's respect for privacy and later told USA Today: "Apple makes its money off of good products, not off of you.As they say, with Facebook, you are the product." The Apple co-founder explained that he's deactivated his account but didn't delete so he can hold on to his SteveWoz username.

Eighty-seven million Facebook users will find out if their data was shared with Cambridge Analytica to predict and influence their political opinions, and gain access to a new tool to see what apps they use and what information has been shared about them.

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From my Suite at the Ramada Plaza Complex on Santa Monica Blvd

Out and About ■ Anna Wintour at a preview of My Fair Lady at Lincoln Center in NYC. ■ Pink taking daughter Willow Sage Hart, 6, to The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway in NYC. ■ Steven Van Zandt and Chris Nothseeing singer Eddie Brigatiat the Cutting Room in NYC. Jennie Garth, Candace Cameron Bure and Randy Jackson at the Yardbird Southern Table & Bar in LA. Heidi Klum and her new boyfriend, rocker Tom Kaulitz, are the definition of hot and heavy. On Sunday, 44-year-old Klum was photographed topless alongside her 28-year-old beau at their Cabo San Lucas, Mexico villa. She was spotted strutting around in nothing but black bikini bottoms, mirrored sunshades and dainty necklaces.

■ Mariah Carey hopes that being candid about her battle with bipolar disorder will ease the stigma associated with mental illness.

"Until recently I lived in denial and isolation and in constant fear someone would expose me," Carey, 48, told People magazine "It was too heavy a burden to carry and I simply couldn't do that anymore.

“I sought and received treatment, I put positive people around me and I got back to doing what I love writing songs and making music."

Carey suffers from bipolar II disorder, the symptoms of which include periods of both depression and hypomania, a type of mania that's less severe than that associated with bipolar I disorder, but that can still cause insomnia, hyperactivity, irritability and feelings of elation.

Periods of hypomania are typically shorter than manic periods.

● Mariah Carey

Legends leave us

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■ Bob Dylan has recorded a song for a compilation of samesex wedding anthems. The legendary musician covered the classic She's Funny That Way, originally a hit for Gene Austin in 1929, and later performed by Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole. Like the numerous female artists to have recorded the song, including Billie Holiday, Etta James and Liza Minnelli, Dylan altered the lyrics to sing "He's Funny That Way" instead. Speaking about Dylan's contribution to Universal Love, producer Rob Kaplan told The New York Times: "It wasn't just 'Yes, I'll do this'. It was 'Hey, I have an idea for a song.'

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■ Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is set on reforming his nation, was feted at a Hollywood dinner hosted by power producer and director Brian Grazer and wife Veronica, plus Endeavor boss Ari Emanuel.

Guests at the feast at Grazer's home included Jeff Bezos, Disney's Bob Iger, Patriotsowner Robert Kraft, Ron Howard, Snapchat's Evan Spiegel, and Kobe Bryant, who we're told the prince had specifically requested to meet.

■ R.I.P. Yvonne Staples, who provided background vocals for her family's hit-making pop and soul group, the Staple Singers, while taking the lead in managing its business affairs, died at her home in Chicago. She was 80. The cause was colon cancer, said Bill Carpenter, a family friend.

■ Comedy Store founder and owner Mitzi Shore died last week.

She was 87. "It is with great sadness and very heavy hearts that we report the passing of Mitzi Shore," the influential store said in a statement posted to Instagram last Wednesday, accompanied by a picture of a the owner. Mitzi was comedian Pauly Shore's mother.

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150 Years of Local Press

Heroes of ANZAC: Band of Brothers From the Yea newspaper November 11, 1915 ■ The fame of the men who fought at Anzac, will never die.

An intimate picture of these Australians and New Zealanders who contested the most ferocious soldiers' fight since Inkerman is given in the following account by an Australian officer who fought with them and got to love them as a band of brothers.

The Australian soldier is often said to be lacking in discipline. Well, it all depends what you call discipline.

Let me give you an example.

When we landed the men were ordered to advance with fixed bayonets and do the work with the cold steel.

They were not to fire unless it was absolutely necessary. Days afterwards we found some of our men out in the bad country around Quinn's Post dead with their rifles beside them; the bayonet fixed, and not a round fired.

They had obeyed orders until the last, because they were orders.

They must have had innumerable temptations to loose off their rifles, but they died like soldiers, with redtippcd bayonets and clean barrels. I call that discipline.

In August our fellows were relieved in the firing line by a draft of Kitchener's men.

The scrub around was stiff with snipers, all eager to pick off an officer or two for choice. Yet here were these chaps saluting every officer who looked at them; saluting like clockwork.

One major is a peppery chap who rose from the ranks in the African war. "What the blue fire do you mean by it?" he roared at one of the "Kitchener's."

"Do you want to have me killed?"

They simply couldn't understand him.

Now you may call that discipline, but I do not. 'I call it rank foolishness, and worse.

The reputation of the major was that he never threw away a life and never risked his own unnecessarily.

Yet he was always risking his own, and the men would follow 'him anywhere. He had only to speak to get the most explicit obedience.

One day he said, "Look here, men! Some English staff officers are coming to see you this afternoon.

Shave yourselves and try to look smart, if you can. And, for heaven's sake, don't call me Alf." “My word, they did him proud that day. I see some of them now, with their hard faces shaded by their slouched hats, and I remember them a grousing cursing crowd in the transport, and I think to myself, "Can these be the un complaining, unselfish, God-fearing heroes I fought with at Courtney's Post?" I tell you that battle turned those fellows' best side outermost.

Having seen their best side I can never pay any attention to the other side of them as long as I live. They made me proud to belong to the same race as they, and more than proud to be entrusted with the command of such splendid men.

Their bravery had as many facets as a well-cut diamond. But the side I admired most was their sheer grit.

The first five days in the firing line they had no sleep at all, and were fighting every minute of the time.

● A group of Australian soldiers, circa 1918 They had no food except some terwards. I suppose that is part of the dirty water and a few hard biscuits. game of war.

On the evening of the fifth day While the armistice was on two the C.O. came into the trench and platoons were down in the rest camp, said, "Boys, you've stuck and when they came back none had it splendidly, and now you're going told the men of the altered state of to be relieved. I affairs. “'ve got some hot tea and that will Next morning two of these fellows come around in a minute or two, and were basking in the sun on the hill shortly after you will be relieved." side, drinking hot tea and smoking.

And they answered, "Only get us As far as they knew the place was some tea, sir, and we'll stick it as quite safe. I was just going to call out long as you like." to them, when the first bullet arrived.

Their hard, stern-lipped faces will It kicked up a great patch of dust never more blind me to the big, soft between them. Both men jumped sihearts they mask so effectually. multaneously, a drop of 20ft, and as One day I was resting in a bit of a they jumped both made the same dug-out, sopping wet, shaking with a emphatic remark. feverish cold, no great-coat, or blanThe echoes took it up and reket or cover of any kind. passed it along in a sort of monoton I was not feeling very good. A ous repetition. 'great big fellow went toiling up the We stood spellbound to hear the hill, pulling himself from one tree to immortal hills of Gallipoli repeating the other by the branches, the only to one another the round oaths of the way to get up.

Australian backblocks in a shocked He had got some way past me whisper. when he caught sight of me. " Men like that stir your innermost When it was all over it was like I suppose I looked very wretched. fibre. - I have seen those men the curtain going down-on an excruBack he came with the good word, shepherding that boy in the trenches ciatingly funny scene in a theatre.

"Feeling knocked out, matey?" asks in all sorts of ways.

The men were all strung very high he. "Never mind, you ouck up and I have seen them standing be by the events through which they had Oh, I beg your pardon, sir." tween him and the place from where lived, and they gave themselves up A day or two later he came up to the rifle fire was coming and he did to laughter that was almost hysterime and again began to apologise. To not know it. cal. apologise, when he had done me One man, to my certain knowlIn the middle of it the Turks in the more good than I had imagined any- edge, was hit that way. I charged him trench opposite began to blaze away thing short of a quick 'and painless with it in the dug-out-he was not badly as if cartridges cost nothing, and that death could have done! wounded-and he gave me the lie in made us laugh harder than ever.

We had a young subaltern from the most emphatic Australian fashWe held our sides and yelled. An Duntroon College, as gallant a boy ion. hour afterwards you could see men as ever looked death in the face, and I don't know what discipline de- wiping the tears from their cheeks that he did every hour of the day and manded of me, but I do knowthat I and thumping their mates on the back night for weeks. shook hands and whispered to him and telling them not to be blooming He commanded men old enough that I would never tell the boy. fools. to be his father, and he was the darAnd he grinned and winked like Then they would all start over ling of their hearts. One day the in- the jolly old bushman he was. again. evitable happened, and he went The best laugh we had for six We had a good many brothers in down (to the sea front) with a big weeks came out of the lurid language our battalion, and it was touching to hole- in him. used by Tommy Cornstalk. see the anxiety of the elders for their Some days afterwards his men Our post was at the head of a deep younger brothers. were going back to rest camp and gully between two high hills, and One fellow was a signalman, and they came to me to inquire after him. there were places in that gully where if I say that the casualty average I can see them now, half a score the weirdest echoes lived. among signalmen was 100 per cent., of as unsavory-looking ruffians as A few words spoken at one of I am guilty of only the slightest exagever could be imagined. those spots would ring through the geration.

Their faces were shaggy with two hills for a minute after and eventuHis young brother was about the weeks' beard and their eyes were red ally die away in a ghostly whisper. youngest man there, and we had him and bulging with unintermittent vigAfter the great armistice near the in a place where he was as safe as ils. end of May we had good reason to possible in such circumstances.

They had cheated death for yet know that the enemy had been using I used to hear this fellow come in another week. their eyes to some purpose. at night from his signalling work, And the tears ran down their They had new lines of fire, and where his life wasn't worth an hour's cheeks as they begged to know if places that were safe before the ar- purchase, and the first thing he "there was any chance for the Boy. mistice were deadly dangerous af- 'would say was always:- "Is Hal

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all right?"

I tell you he would wring my heart. I used to lie in my dug-out waiting for that question and fearing I would not hear it.

For it was not Hal that I was worrying about.

I remember the last service the battalion had before we landed. We were steaming past Cape Helles to Anzac, the untried soldiers of a new country preparing for our first battle ordeal.

The warships were roaring together to cover the British landing at Cape Helles, and the padre gathered the men together for a simple service and talk.

One thing he told them that sank in.

The band, who were also the stretcher bearers, had come in for a lot of chaff, as non-combatants.

"And the time is at hand," says the padre, "when you'll want to bite off your tongues for every word you've said to the band." If ever words of man came true those words did. Ask any Australian who were the bravest men at Anzac, and you are sure to get the unhesitating an swer, "The stretcher-bearers."

I have seen them carrying wounded men down those hills up which we pulled ourselves by ropes passed from tree to tree.

The bullets were spitting all around them, and they were check ng and going slow, their only concern being not to shake the tortured man they were carrying.

I know an officer whom they carried down through shell fire, and every time they heard a shell coming these two men put down the stretcher and threw themselves across the body to protect him from the shrapnel.

The proportion of their dead and wounded in the casualty lists show how these non-combatants did their work. Jokes about the band are not popular any longer; they never were very funny.

Some of them were pretty rough, but it is wonderful how they yield to the refining fire of battle.

There was one trench where the language was pretty sulpburous.

One day they lost their lieutenant, a great favorite, by a shell which wounded him mortally and kicked a lot of sandbags on top of him.

The men set to work like maniacs, pulling away the sandbags and cursing horribly.

He heard them, and said, "Don't swear, men; that does no good."

They were his last words. It is a fact that an oath in that trench was a worse crime than cowardice from that day forward.

When the work of our men at Anzac is all over there is one thing every man there looks forward to as he looks forward to nothing else.

They started out-from Australia to come to the Old Country, and the bitterest disappointment of their lives was theday when they were told they must leave the ships at Egypt.

There was nothing they liked better in the trenches than to be told that one day they would march through the streets of London and feel the stir at the heart of the great Empire for which they were fighting with such single-hearted devotion.

And they would all say, "Heaven send a near day and let me live to see it.”

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke What’s Hot and What’s Not in Blu-Rays and DVDs FILM: CALL ME BY YOUR NAME: Genre: Romance/Drama.

Cast: Armie Hammer, Timothee Chalamet, Michael Stuhlbarg.

Year: 2017.

Rating: M. Length: 132 Minutes.

Stars: ****½ Verdict: In Northern Italy in 1983, seventeen year-old Elio begins a relationship with visiting Oliver, his father's research assistant, with whom he bonds over his emerging sexuality, their Jewish heritage, and the beguiling Italian landscape.

"A Room With a View," "Howard's End" and "The Remains of the Day" director James Ivory has written a beautifully sensitive and highly respectful coming-of-age romantic-drama, and under the direction of Luca Guadagnino, have created a masterful, complex and beguiling portrait brimming with youthful emotional intensity, desire, anxiety, joy, mystery, confusion and warmth.

Stars Armie Hammer (The Social Network, The Man From UNCLE) and Timothee Chalamet (Interstellar) are the perfect match in bringing the realization of delicate sensitivity to bristly life, however, it is veteran Michael Stuhlbarg (Trumbo, Arrival, Hugo) as the father that captivates throughout, most notably with a monologue to his son that is absolutely breathless and worth the price of admission alone.

Beautifully filmed in and around Italian locations, this is a tender, full hearted, haunting and unforgettable portrait that captures the agony and the ecstasy of first love to perfection, a masterpiece! .... one that will have your heart aching for more long after it's over.

FILM: STAR WARS - The Last Jedi: Genre: Action/Adventure/Fantasy.

Cast: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Domhall Gleeson, Andy Serkis, Oscar Isaac, Benicio Del Toro, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Billie Lourd, Laura Dern, Lupita Nyong'o, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels.

Year: 2017.

Rating: M. Length: 152 Minutes.

Stars: ***½ Verdict: Following 2015s Star Wars: The Force Awakens, having taken her first steps into the Jedi world Rey joins Luke Skywalker on an adventure with Leia, Finn and Poe that unlocks mysteries of the Force and secrets of the past.

Rousing "Star Wars" adventure is another blast of intergalactic thrills, chills and adventure, and though not quite reaching the exhilarating heights of the previous effort, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and most notably the still " it still embraces all that "Star Wars" magic that came before it with yet another epic adventure that will excite all with plenty of big and small surprises.

The outstanding cast and characters all shine, most notably the late Carrie Fisher in a final performance as Leia in a fitting tribute, and the technical wizardry, pyrotechnics and action all as you have come to expect from the mythic Star Wars universe.

And though the series to date is still a galaxy far, far away from the still unequalled and unsurpassable "The Empire Strikes Back" (1980), this is nonetheless and exciting, dark, exhilarating, haunting, poignant and fun roller-coaster ride, an adrenaline pumping rush of awe-inspiring science fiction adventure that is as much a homage and worthy addition to the series and the genre as it is entertaining.

FILM: SWEET VIRGINIA: Genre: Drama/Thriller.

Cast: Jon Bernthal, Christopher Abbott, Imogen Poots, Rosemarie DeWitt.

Year: 2017.

Rating: MA15+ Length: 93 Minutes.

Stars: ***½ Verdict: A former rodeo star, with a small time life, unknowingly starts a rapport with a young man who is responsible for the violence that has suddenly gripped his small town, and our aged hero must face his relationships of past and present to come up against this unpredictable predator.

Slow burning neo-noir thriller unfolds more on atmosphere, almost forgoing the more traditional storytelling narrative of the thriller genre, and through an ensemble cast of four central richly defined characters, the tension builds with eerily taut and haunting results.

Jon Bernthal (Sicario) is a standout as the former rodeo star, Sam, a silent and modestly introverted protagonist, a role in years past that would have perfectly suited a Robert Mitchum, Charles McGraw or Robert Ryan at the height of the film-noir period of the 1940s and 1950s.

Beautifully filmed in an almost surrealistically ghostly style, and without going into too much detail and avoiding any plot spoilers, the remaining cast including Christopher Abbott, Imogen Poots and Rosemarie DeWitt are all in top form.

A relative newcomer behind the camera, Director Jamie M. Dagg has created a simple, understated and quietly menacing neo-noir thriller set amongst a sleepy small town community be-felled by an intersecting tragedy that achieves gripping and chilling results by bringing the unexpected horrors so vividly to life.

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● Two parents search for their missing son in the outstanding Russian drama Loveless, opens in cinemas today. boy is listening to every word, and it isn't until two days have passed ■ (M). 101 minutes. Now stream- that they actually realise he is missing on Netflix. ing.

After making a huge splash with A search for Alyosha begins, but his 2016 worldwide smash Train the state police offer no hope to the To Busan, writer/director Yeon parents, who have to rely on an inSang-ho (who also helmed the ani- dependent group to try and locate mated features The King Of Pigs, their missing child.

The Fake, and Seoul Station) reLoveless brilliantly evokes a turns with Psychokinesis, and while compelling, immersive atmoits satirical elements may surprise sphere, where a country's oppressome fans of the film-maker, most sive rule is destroying the individual will be royally entertained by his expression of the next generation, astute mixing of the fantastical with who either adapt to the status quo pointed social commentary. or disappear.

Ryoo Seung-ryong plays SukGorgeously photographed, this is hun, a slovenly middle-aged man both challenging and heartbreaking, who works as a bank security and will be easily one of the best guard, whose life is turned upside films for 2018. down when he inadvertently attains RATING - ****½ the power to move inanimate objects.

This happens at the same time he receives a call from his estranged, grown-up daughter Roomi (Shim Eun-kyung), a restau- ■ (M). 124 minutes. Opens in serant owner who, along with other lected cinemas April 25.

A 'spiritual' sequel to the bestbusiness owners, is being strongarmed by a locally hired crew to selling novel The Last Detail move out of the neighbourhood, so (1970), which was adapted into the a Chinese corporation can expand classic 1973 film directed by Hal their influence on Korean soil. Ashby and starring Jack Nicholson, Sang-ho initially uses his newly this lightweight effort misses many gained abilities for his own personal of the beats that made the earlier gain, but once he sees what his feature so unforgettable.

Set in 2003, the story begins with daughter and fellow neighbours are going through, decides to put their Larry 'Doc' Shepherd (Steve Carell), whose son has been killed needs ahead of his own.

Yeon effectively blends fantasy, while serving in Iraq.

Not wanting to deal with this comedy, action, and drama in telling a story that is certainly relevant, tragic event alone, he contacts Sal while also exploring past crimes Nealon (Bryan Cranston) and Revcommitted by both the police and erend Richard Mueller (Laurence Fishburne), whom he served with government.

Performances are first-rate, and in Vietnam 30 years before.

Deciding against having him the special effects are convincing buried at Arlington cemetery, and at-times eye-popping.

Larry decides to transport his son's RATING - **** body back home to New Hampshire, and is reluctantly accompanied by his old marine buddies.

■ (M). 127 minutes. Opens in seWhat is weird about Last Flag lected cinemasApril 25.

Flying is that it was actually an ofThe film that should have won ficial sequel to The Last Detail, but Best Foreign Film at this year's director/co-writer Richard Academy Awards, this pungent, Linklater (Boyhood, School Of dour drama is a truly haunting ex- Rock) doesn't seem to want to trust ercise, expertly crafted by Russian a modern audience in connecting film-maker Andrey Zvyagintsev this journey with the one in 1973, (The Return, Leviathan), who is at and as such drains nearly all drathe top of his game. matic impact from the material.

The story centres on Boris Cranston is embarrassingly (Aleksey Rozin) and Zhenya hammy trying to imitate Jack (Maryana Spivak), who are cur- Nicholson, Fishburne is acceptable rently going through a bitter di- as Mueller, but Carell easily steals vorce. the film as Shepherd, bringing the Selfishly arguing over who will only genuine human emotion to be saddled with their 12-year-old what is a disappointingly hollow sonAlyosha (Matvey Novikov), the endeavour. RATING- ** two don't realise that the reclusive - Aaron Rourke

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NEW RELEASES AND COMING SOON TO CINEMAS AROUND AUSTRALIA: APRIL 19: I FEEL PRETTY, SUPER TROOPERS 2, THE GUERNSEY LITERARY AND POTATO PEEL PIE SOCIETY, THE LITTLE VAMPIRE, THE SONG KEEPERS. APRIL 25: AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR, LAST FLAG FLYING, LOVELESS, UNSANE. THE DVD AND BLU-RAY TOP RENTALS & SALES: 1. DARKEST HOUR [War/Drama/Gary Oldman, Lily James, Kristin Scott Thomas].

2. ALL THE MONEY IN THE WORLD [Drama/ Christopher Plummer, Michelle Williams].

3. THE FLORIDA PROJECT [Drama/Willem Dafoe, Christopher Rivera, Bria Vinaite].

4. PITCH PERFECT 3 [Comedy/Music/Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld].

5. JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE [Adventure/Fantasy/Dwayne Johnson].

6. CALL ME BY YOUR NAME [Drama/ Timothee Chalamet, Armie Hammer, Michael Stuhlbarg].

7. DOWNSIZING [Comedy/Fantasy/Drama/ Matt Damon, Cristoph Waltz, Hong Chau].

8. STAR WARS: The Last Jedi [Action/Fantasy/Adventure/Daisy Ridley, Carrie Fisher].

9. COCO [Animated/Adventure/Music/Comedy/Anthony Gonzalez, Benjamin Bratt].

Also: THE SECRET SCRIPTURE, NUT JOB 2: Nutty By Nature, THE JUNGLE BUNCH, ROMAN J. ISRAEL ESQ, THE DISASTER ARTIST, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, WONDER WHEEL, THOR RAGNAROK, FERDINAND, JUSTICE LEAGUE. NEW HOME ENTERTAINMENT RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK: THE POST [Biography/History/Drama/Merly Streep, Tom Hanks, Bob Odenkirk].

MAZE RUNNER: The Death Cure [Dylan O'Brien, Rosa Salazar, Ki Hong Lee].

SWINGING SAFARI [Drama/Comedy/Guy Pearce, Radha Mitchell, Kylie Minogue].

NEW & RE-RELEASE CLASSIC MOVIES HIGHLIGHTS: None For This Week.

NEW RELEASE TELEVISION, DOCUMENTARY AND MUSIC DVD HIGHLIGHTS: NORKOV 2.

LINE OF SEPARATION: Season 2.

MONSIGNOR RENARD: The Complete Series.

GOOD BEHAVIOR: Season 1.

MURDER, SHE WROTE: Complete Collection.

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■ Richard Deacon was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1921.

He was the oldest of two sons born to Joseph and Ethel Deacon and grew up in Binghamton, New York.

Richard was stricken with polio at age of 11 and his parents enrolled him in dancing classes in an effort to build up his weakened legs.

He attended Ithaca College where he studied drama during the daytime and worked nights as a radio announcer.

He spent four years in the Army Medical Corps. Richard went to California in the 1950s and formed his own theatre.

At the beginning of his career, stage legend Helen Hayes told him that he would never become a leading man but encouraged Richard to become a character actor.

He worked in films in bit parts for many years before actually being cast in a credited role in Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy in 1955.

He is in the musical film Carousel in a bit part as the policeman. Richard was tall and wore glasses and was in constant work during the 1950s.

He began getting better roles and became well known through his work in the television series Leave it to Beaver where he played Lumpy Rutherford's father.

Richard worked in lots of television shows but he is best remembered as the overbearing producer ‘Mel Cooley’ in The Dick Van Dyke

Whatever Happened To ...

Richard Deacon

By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM

Show. During the 1960s his film credits included The Birds, The Patsy, Critics Choice, North to Alaska and Enter Laughing.

He guest starred in television shows such as The Munsters, Bonanza, Get Smart, The Rifleman, The Addams Family and The Twilight Zone.

Our Melbourne Observer columnist Mike McColl Jones first met Richard Deacon in the 1970s when he came to Australia to tour with Morey Amsterdam in a cabaret show.

Mike had already met Morey when he flew to Sydney to present him with a Logie Award (Best Overseas Program) in 1966.

Richard Deacon was a great friend of Stuart Wagstaff and when Stuart contracted Hepatitis and had to stand down from his In Melbourne

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Tonight hosting for three weeks Mike selected Richard as a guest compere.

Stuart and Richard had been in a television movie about the life of Hans Christian Anderson along with English actor Patrick Wymark.

Patrick was due to appear on IMT but failed to arrive at the station. There is a Youtube clip of Stuart and Richard covering with adlibs but sadly Patrick had died in his hotel room and at the close of the show Stuart had to come on camera to tell the viewers the sad news.

Mike tells the story that Richard didn't want payment for his services as host of IMT. He wanted Channel 9 to buy some paintings from Western Australia and an emu egg he selected from the antique shop in foyer of the Southern Cross Hotel.

Mike recalls getting a "please explain" from accounts in Sydney wanting to know what he was talking about with Richard's fee on the talent sheet "One Emu egg and three paintings".

Mike said Richard was a delightful man and they developed a good friendship. On his first trip to America, Mike stayed with Stuart

Wagstaff. Richard and some of the cast of The Dick Van Dyke Show showed him around Los Angeles and took him to the Japanese restaurant, Benihana, the famous gay night club Studio One, The Magic Circle Club and many other venues.

Richard threw a party for Mike and lots of studio "heavies" were at his home in Beverly Hills (which was next door to Rock Hudson).

On another trip, Rock Hudson invited Mike for a day on location for his then hit show McMillan and Wife where Richard was a guest for the episode.

Whenever Mike went to Los Angeles he spent some time with Richard.

Richard Deacon was a good cook and wrote a book on microwave cooking that sold nearly two million copies. He had a syndicated Canadian TV cooking show.

In 1984 Richard Deacon suffered a sudden heart attack at his home and was rushed to hospital where he died a few hours later at the age of 62. Richard never married and was survived by his father, a nephew and a niece.

Kevin Trask Kevin can be heard on radio Kevin can be heard on 3AW The Time Tunnel - on Remember When Sundays at 9.10pm And on 96.5 FM That's Entertainment - Sundays at 12 Noon

Australasian Oaks soon at Morphettville

■ Most of our three year-old fillies have been in everything but the Melbourne to Warrnambool bike race recently and a few of them are gearing up again.

Next on the agenda is the Australasian Oaks to be run in South Australia on May 5.

Equal favourites are the Victorian fillies, Aloisia and Hiyaam, along with the Chris Waller trained, Savacool.

All are being quoted at around $7 before nominations.

With the exception of a month off back in January, Aloisia has been racing since October last year and has had plenty of racing over the distance.

Aloisia was a brilliant winner of the Moonee Valley Vase back in October beating the smart colt, Cliff's Edge.

Since then her form has tapered off, of her last five starts the best that she could do was to run third in the Vinery Stud Stakes behind Hiyaam, two starts back.

One thing in her favour is the journey as she is coming back from 2500 metres to 2000.

Now back with her original trainer, Ciaron Maher, she should improve rapidly, but as I said she has had plenty of racing.

Equal favourite, is the Mick Price trained filly, Hiyaam, who is racing well, having been placed four times, and a win in her past five starts.

At her last outing in the Australian Oaks at Randwick, she ran a good second to the good filly, Unforgotten, who is not in the South Australian Oaks.

Hiyaam was impressive in winning the Vinery Stud Stakes, at Rosehill, and will be in it for a long way.

On the same line is Caulfield last start winner, Savacool, in the strong stable of Chris Waller.

She has been most consistent not missing a place in her six starts.

She has now won three of her six starts, and is very strong as proved with her win in the Thomas North Handicap over 1600 metres at Caulfield Two starts back, Savacool won a Group three event over 1800 metres, so she won't have any trouble getting the journey.

Country filly Insiprante, trained at Warrnambool, has won two races at Warrnambool and Ballarat over a bit

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prepared filly, Bring Me Roses, is most consistent, having run second to Pinot in last year's Victorian Oaks over 2500 metres.

So she is one that will have no trouble here.

Overall I am giving Aloisia another chance especially over the 2000 metres, it is more to her liking.

Vale Ron Blaskett

with Ted Ryan of ground and gives the impression she will have no trouble with the trip.

The Mick Price-trained Palazzo Vecchhio didn't handle the wind and rain at Caulfield recently before finishing fourth to Savacool over 1600 metres on a slow track.

Mick has a big opinion of her and is sure that she will get over that hiccup.

Palazzo Vecchio has only had the seven starts for two wins and two minor placings.

She is owned by well- known Magic Millions owner and rlectrical retailer, Gerry Harvey, and is by leading sire Fastnet Rock, from Palacio de Cristal, who throws back to the great Encosta De Lago.

On the same line of betting at $11 is a filly, in the strong Godolphin camp with James Cummings in, Harmattan.

She has only raced four times for two wins and two placings, and was a winner of the Adrian Knox Stakes over this distance of 2000 metres. You can't leave her out of calculations.

Another ofMick Price's fillies, Miss Admiration, has come into calculations with an improved run in the Australian Guineas with a good third to Unforgotten and her stablemate, Hiyaam.

Her rider, Damien Oliver was impressed with her effort and said to be on her at her next couple of starts.

Of the others the Tony Mc Evoy-

■ I lost a true and loyal friend recently with the passing of world renowned ventriloquist, Ron Blaskett.

Ron with his buddy, Gerry Gee, entertained everybody from A to Z, throughout his most successful TV and radio career.

I worked with Ron and Gerry along with his son Peter, who took over from Ron, on many occasions, on sportsmen's nights and others.

Both were truly professionals.

His other son, Ron Junior, handled the audio and the bookings throughout their careers.

Sadly Peter gave it away when love flew in and is now living in the Philippines.

Goodbye, Ron, Gerry and Company, thank you for all the good times.

You will be missed.

Useful stats

■ The Australian Timeform Ratings’Gary Crispe, came up with some interesting figures when asked to compare the flying mare, Black Caviar and the current champion middle distance stayer Winx.

Crispe said that Winx was going as well as she ever was after winning her 25th successive race to equal Black Caviar's 25 on end.

“There was a lot of debate going on at the moment how Winx shapes up to Black Caviar and even the mighty Phar Lap, has been brought into the equation,” he said.

Timeform Ratings has been around since 1948 and is recognised as the global standard for measurement of thoroughbred performance and has a process to compare the champions. Black Caviar during her career reached a Timeform Rating of 136, which makes her the equal top rated-filly or mare

OK. With John O’Keefe The Everlasting Smiths

■ Pete Smith has already celebrated his 50 th anniversary on Australian TV but he is still more than a half century behind his Dad, Les, who is still as active as ever, aged 103.

Les still plays a weekly game of golf, and recently had a municipal park named after himself in suburban Melbourne. Those Smith boys keep on keeping on.

Royal Wedding line-up

■ Personalities confirmed to be flying off to cover the Royal Wedding include Karl and Georgie Gardner from Nine, Annabel Crabb and Jeremy Fernandez (ABC).

And it’s a toss of a coin between Lisa Wilkinson and Carrie Bickmore at Ten. No word as yet from Seven but the Sunrise crew already have their bags packed. Plus all networks have their own reporters on the ground in London and can lend a hand when required.

Birthday boy Jason

■ Seems only last month when Jason Donovan , as Scott Robinson, was wooing Kylie Minogue ( Charlene Mitchell ) in Neighbours.

Fast forward to today as Jason celebrates his 60 th birthday. His big sixO was cause for a party with his family in London – his headquarters these days as he performs around the UK .

Memories of Ron Blaskett

■ Ron Blaskett was a father figure amongst entertainers in the fledgling years of TV in Australia.

His kindness and creativity is cherished by the many entertainers he helped in the heady days of variety in Australia. Condolences to his family.

Forced entry

■ Rap artist Usher had his LA home robbed last month. Thieves dismantled the security system and nicked cash and jewellery to the total of $571,830 . Housekeeper discovered the break and entry as both Usher and his missus were out rapping .

Garage Sale

■ The late singer George Michael had a boyfriend called Fadi Fawaz and the two lived together in the UK. Following the death of George Michael, Fadi took it upon himself to flog off the singer’s possessions as Fadi attempts to make some brass while still embroiled in a nasty feud with the late singer’s family.

Fadi is money hungry as he demands money up front before he is interviewed about life with George Michael.

Wonder where all the money went?

- John O’Keefe ● Radio station 3AW topped the ratings released yesterday (Tues.), 13.7, followed by Fox, 11.4; Smooth, 10.1; Gold 104.3, 10.0, ABC Melbourne, 8.3; Nova 100, 7.1; Triple M, 6.6.

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Last laugh will be on the crackpots

Country Crossroads

By Rob Foenander info@countrycrossroads com.au

Davd and Tilarni ■ Husband and wife team David and Tilarni Senn present a jazz afternoon at The Library By The Grand in Clayton on Sunday (Apr. 29), 3pm-6pm.

The duo head up the Jazz House Band each month at the venue taking their audiences on a 3 hour smooth jazz extravaganza.

Bookings 0412 103 475Good Friday Appeal.

New from Cathy ■ Tales From ASuburban Housewife is the new release from Melbourne singersongwriter Cathy Dobson.

The award-winning artist will launch her CD at the Village Green Hotel Mulgrave on May20,2pm-5pm,with support band Gradual.

Aardvark turns 10 ■ Melbourne based music not-for-profit, Aardvark, is turning 10 with a fundraiser at the Memo Music Hall on Sunday May 6, 2.30pm Their media release says Aardvark connects 14-24 year olds who are experiencing serious medical or personal adversity, with recording artists, music therapists and artist mentors to write, perform, record and distribute original music.

Chess’s single ■ Johnny Chester has added another new track to his vast catalogue of classic songs.

The Streets Of Ballarat was recorded by Chess in Tamworth and features Johanna Hemara sharing vocals duties.

■ I'm sure that quite a few wineindustry people and outsiders look at d'Arry and Chester Osborne with amusement and regard them as crackpots because they fill cow horns with manure, bury them for fermentation, then spread the resulting mix into the soil of their vineyards.

And because they insist on using such age-old winemaking methods as basket-pressing and footstomping of ferments.

Well, the last laugh certainly belongs to Chester and d'Arry, because they have created some of the world's best vineyards and are producing some truly great wines under their many, slightly eccentricsounding labels.

They are firm believers in sustainability and very much put their efforts where the mouths are.

Not that they're against modern ideas. You only have to look at the revolutionary new 'Rubik's Cube' restaurant towering above their McLaren Vale vines to see that.

But it's definitely a case of fresh idea where they work, not for the sake of something called progress.

I was fortunate enough to try a range of the latest d'Arenberg Icon reds recently and can report on wines with classic features but a distinctly modern elegance. Once again, Chester has proven himself the consummate winemaker.

WINE REVIEWS D'Arenberg 2015 The Coppermine Road Cabernet

● Chester and D'Arry Osborne … the last laugh is definitely on them.

WINE OF THE WEEK Sauvignon ($70): Named for the Shiraz ($70): Spice and dark fruits D'Arenberg 2015 The Ironroad that runs parallel with the leap to the fore in this full-bodied Osbornes' best cabernet vineyard. beauty. This is an alluring dry red stone Pressings Grenache Shiraz This is classic warm-climate which will cellar for a long time. Mourvedre ($70): For me, this will cabernet - violets and cassis domi- I'm tempted to suggest matching the always be the classic d'Arenberg nate the fruit flavours but beneath wine with good steak, but really it red - richly flavoured, robust and there's gorgeous French oak. As has the power and complexity to do keenly balanced. It's simply a deever, great cabernet goes with great justice to just about any hearty red light to drink already but has the meat dish.Vegetarians should seek out structure to reward many, many lamb.

D'Arenberg 2013The DeadArm a solid mushroom-based casserole. years of cellaring.

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Deck-Doc

Local company chosen as best in the world

For many years Deck-Doc has been supplying retailers throughout Australia with their premium range of timber and decking oils.

For the past three years, Deck-Doc has been predominantly selling their products online to service the whole of Australia as well as international customers.

Deck-Doc was recently chosen over other companies to supply their oils to an international company and is in the process of sealing an agency agreement for exclusive distribution and selling rights in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

Deck-Doc timber oil is environmentally friendly and the business has been manufacturing unique, lanolin-based timber oil in Geelong for 15 years.

The formula was developed by Robert Hylands to preserve the natural oils and tannins in the timber.

The timbers oils and tannins determine the colour of the timber.

If the tannins dry out, the timber will lose its own natural colour.

The formula is made up of many different plant oils, waxes and lanolin and designed to stay soft and pliable when absorbed into the surface layers of the timber, therefore will not solidify and form a hard membrane of the surface.

It will move with the timber during all weather conditions preventing water absorption and drying out of the tannins.

Mr Hylands first developed the timber oil when he noticed there was nothing on the market that preserved the timber and protected the timber’s natural colour.

Before his time at Deck-Doc, he gained experience when he owned a factory making hand carved, handpainted wooden decoy ducks for duck hunters.

The timber used for the ducks had to maintain its natural colour and stay on the water without absorbing moisture.

After extensive research, he found lanolin (wool grease) gave excellent water repellency as well as UV protection.

Mr Hylands developed lanolin-based timber protection oil and found the water-repellent protection and preservative way far superior and says lanolin is “Nature’s natural UV protection”.

Lanolin comes from the wool of sheep and is extracted from the fleece.

It is a substance that waterproofs, insulates, and protects sheep from the cold, wind, rain and harmful CV sun rays.

Deck-Doc uses the best merino wool to extract lanolin.

Throughout history ancient mariners such as the Vikings used lanolin to protect, waterproof and preserve the wooden boards on their ships.

Many of the ships were away from their home bases for many years and their ships were subjected to wild storms at sea.

They survived thanks to the protection of Lanolin.

Deck-Doc invites all to visit their showroom in Moolap for free advice in a number of important issues concerning timber care.

There is a large selection of timber types that have been exposed to severe weather conditions, enabling people to understand the importance of choosing a suitable timber type. for the right application.

Also know what happens to the different types of decking stains and coatings, how they weather, and the maintenance required.

The friendly staff have useful hints for anyone preparing to build a new deck.

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BAILEY, Stephen George 4.03.1964 14.04.2018 Suddenly at home.

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BAILEY, A Graveside Service celebrating Stephen's life will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the Alexandra Cemetery commencing at 11.00 am.

DRYSDALE, Beverley Lynne 22/10/1932–22/04/ 2018 Dearly beloved wife of Dougal (dec), loved mum of Judy, John, Lynne and Sue and their partners Ken, Heather, Ian and Michael, much loved grandma to 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Reunited with Dad for endless cuppas.

Mum, mother-inlaw, grandma, great grandma. Miss you always. Thank you for everything. Jude and Ken, Sandra, Paul, Tahlia and Ella. Crystal and David. xx

Much loved mother, grandma and little grandma of John and Heather, Shellie, Anita, Shaun, Leigh and Katy, Renee and Ian, Mitch, Lochie, Riley, Charlotte, Ethan, Jack and Lily.

A life well lived.

Resting peacefully with dad, (Grumps) Mum your strength to fight on and live life your way is an inspiration to us all.

Forever in our hearts.

Lynne, Ian, Alexandra, Jessica and Annabel Thank you, Love you and miss you. Just for being you. Sue, Michael, Chelsea and Kieran xx

The family would like to thank Dr Martin Lowe, and the fabulous staff of Rosebank Hostel and the Yea Hospital for their wonderful care and kindness of our mum, and also Dr Philip James and the staff of Ringwood Private.

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WWI: Yea soldiers write home ■ Yea soldiers would write home during World War I, and their letters would be published in the local newspaper.

The December 16, 1915, issue of the Yea newspaper reported: “The following letter was received by Mr W. R. Saunders, late headmaster of the Yea State school, from Private Stan. Hodson, son of Mr Hodson, who was for several years on the Yea railway staff.

Private S. Hodson was a pupil of the Yea school, and all the scholars of that school are sure to remember him:— Lemnos Island, 11/10/1915 Dear Sir,—Just a short note to let you know I am alive and well, and trying to do my share with the rest of the Yea boys.

I am in the Machine Gun section in the 5th Regiment, 14th Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade.

I enlisted last February, and left Australia on the 25th of April, arrived in Egypt on the 28th of May. We stayed in Egypt at a place called Heliopolis till the 20th of June.

During that time I visited the Pyramids, the old city of Cairo, the Egyptian Museum, which I think is the most interesting museum in the world.

Nearly all the jewels that were buried in the Pyramids, mummies that are supposed to be thousands of years old, and also all kinds of curios and ancient war implements are here.

We were quartered at the Kisral Nile barracks for a week on police duty.

They were the headquarters of Napoleon when he was in Egypt. It was a great experience while on police duty.

We used to go out in patrols of six men, with a N.C.O. and one of the English police guides.

We would go up the main streets, clear out the hotels, and go through the slums, which I think must be the dirtiest slums in the world.

The stench of the places almost made one vomit. When we had finished our week's police duty we went back to the camp.

The next day we entrained and went to Alexandra, where we got on a boat and sailed for Gallipoli.

We landed at Anzac on the 24th of June. I was there for three and a half months; took part in the left flank movement down towards Suvla Bay, where the English made a new landing, and was in the advance on Hill 971.

I was in two charges, one on 8th and another on the 14thAugust.

Then I was put into the M.G.S. and have been in it ever since. At the present time we are having a short rest to get our second wind and give the Turks some more to think about.

I hope that this letter reaches you safely just to show that I have not forgotten you, This is all the news this time, so I remain, yours sincerely, PTE. STAN HODSON (No. 2061) ★ The following (published on February 24, 1916) was received by Mrs Williamson, of Cheviot, from her son, Trooper Jas. Williamson: ANZAC Gallipoli, 11/12/15 Dear Mother,-I am still alive and well. So far I have not received a letter from home, but I expect to get

● Interior of the Australian War Memorial Hospital at Heliopolis, Egypt. Circa 1915. one or two one of these fine days. I That is where another language Morris, the banker. Just fancy. about am still keeping my promise by writ- comes in handy, as they could not the time you receive this note I will ing home once a week, and I hope speak a word of English. have been soldiering 12 months; 19th that you get all my letters safely.

I had a game of cards with one August it was when we left Yea you Of course a person can never de- fellow. He seemed very interested. I remember. pend on his mail coming safely, as started showing him some card The time does fly, and what a lot sometimes a bomb sends the mail tricks, but he was too sharp for me. has happened in that time. Ronnie bags flying.

All my mates over here were not and all the boys are quite well and Just at the present time our guns long in Egypt and did not know any wish to be kindly remembered to you are shelling like blazes, and the Arabic, and whenever they wanted all. sound is terrific. God help the Turks to ask the old Turk anything I always We all wish we could have our where they land. acted as interpreter. horses. When we had our few days At certain points when we are I have also met one of our Indian change. I was guard one day over shelling we can see the Turks flying soldiers who can speak French. That some Turkish prisoners, up in the air when our shells explode. is the only way I could make myself They were a very big lot of men, That is the time when we are understood, as he could not speak any and very strong, and seemed pretty pleased-having our own back for English. good workers, We had a packet of some of our poor men who have gone Well, mother, it seems a long time cigarettes given to each of us the other under; I have been here for a month since I was home. I guess there will day, up till now, and I am quite used to be a great change when I get back.

They were a gift from the memthings.

None of you have the slightest bers of the Overseas Club. This is I am as happy as can be, and feel need to worry about me. as I am in the first of the gift goods we have quite at home. No mistake. good health and good spirits. ever received.

I will have lots to tell when I get Although the distance is great beWe are just like rabbits now. Wherhome. One of my old schoolmates is tween me and my home folk, and ever we go, we dig into the ground in the Headquarters Staff (Mick the shots and shells fly all around, I what are called dug outs, to escape McCrystal). He is looking well, and think of you all day by day, from the shrapnel and shells, The appears to be doing alright.

With kindest regards to all. -I re- little town must be still pushing As far as I can learn, Albert is not main, your taffectionate son.. JIM ahead, I am as brown as a berry. Give yet on the peninsula. I think this will ★ my kindest regards to all kind a great place for " big bug" tourists In a letter to his parents (published friends," after the war is over.

September 2, 1915), Private C. CURTHEW. The sights are simply marvellous. Waddell, who is in the firing line at ★ You would smile if you saw our little Gallipoli, writes : Curthew Waddell wrote again, homes, which are commonly known "We have been away for three or three weeks later (published Septemas dug outs. four days' holiday. and although not ber 23, 1915). His July 31 letter There is no doubt about a person much of a rest, it was quite a change said: seeing some great sights. I feel quite to get away from the shrapnel, shot "As I have a little time off I thought pleased with myself that I enlisted, and shell, even for a little while, and I would drop you a few lines as I because when I get back I will have to know that-we could go swimming know they are always welcome. seen enough to do me for the rest of in all safety.

We are still in the trenches, and my days.

We also had plenty to eat, as getting a pretty lively time of it, as I often wish that you people could where we were put food was very where we are the enemy are just only see some of the things I have in plentiful, especially mulberrys, and about 50 yards away, and bombs and front of me. Don't I often wish that I I tell you we just did enjoy them, and hand grenades are the order of the had Arthur with me! in the absence of cream, condensed day, and they keep us pretty busy.

We get very well treated here with milk was rather a good substitute,.

The boys are all well, although gift and canteen stores. Nothing to It was quite a change from bully we do not get much sleep. I am as growl about. I believe that the Aus- beef and biscuits and we made the well as ever, and eating like a horse. tralians who have been wounded most of it.

We are not overburdened with and gone to England have been We are back again now in the tucker you know, and I can always treated very well. trenches. We are all very well, but I do justice to my share.

The old M.P., of B.H.Q., who of- cannot give you any details.

It is awfully warm in this part, and fered to stick to me through thick and It is still very warm over here, and we are cramped up in such small thin is now in England. we are pretty cramped up, but we spaces that we feel it a good deal, He writes saying that the people are all in good heart, and that is the and the flies, gee, they are awful look on the Australians soldiers as main thing: pests. being something out of the common.

The land where we were resting They are with you the last thing I have seen different Turkish reminded me very much of the coun- going to sleep and first thing when prisoners here. and have been talk- try around Trawool. you awake: They are the biggest pest ing to them in Arabic.

Very rocky and rugged, and it re we have. The Turks are not in it with I believe that about 90 per cent of minded us all of the falls very much them. the Turks can speak the Arabic lan- indeed, MrAlf Ailken is at Helipolis We are expect ing a mail in shortly guage. now. I believe he is a major, also Mr and we are looking forward to get-

ting our letters. I would like to tell you lots of news, but the Blue Pencil won't let me; but as soon as I can manage it I will give you full details, and I can tell you lots.

We have long hours here, very long, and not much rest, but still we are all doing our little bit, and it will all come right in time, and it will be all the better when it does come.

We have got young Ted Healy with us in our troop now, He is a character, and a big block of a boy; I look a bit of a character myself now alright.

The old mo, is growing like anything, but the trouble is that I got my hair cut a short about a month ago and the blamed thing won't sprout again.

I am either going bald or "aint going to have much wool," The Yea Amateur Dramatic Societywill have to buy me a wig I reckon, for the frst performance, or else Mrs Van derpants won't look at me. I have done away with the long trousers and am wearing short knicks now, as They are much cooler and more comfortable.

2,30 p,m. - Since writing the above our sergeant came along and gave four of us per mission to go out of the firing line into the support trenches for a few hours' sleep, and I tell you we all had a good old sleep for four hours, and we feel much better for it.

We had a good dinner of rice, figs and dates- It was grand. Well now, dear ones, I trust you are all in the best of health. I am quite well and as brown as a berry. Give my kindest I regards to all friends and tell them I am well," CURTHEW News followed soon thereafter that Curthew was in hospital in Malta. ★ Private Robt. Brace, writing from Helipolis (published September 23, 1915), to his father, says:“I heard that poor old Sam had fallen, but, Dad, I don't know if there is any truth in it as I only heard about him. I hope there s is no truth in it.

Harry Bridges wishes to be remembered also Jimmy Williamson from Cheviot. I saw Ernie Dick from Reedy Creek.

I have received no letters from Australia so far, and I have been writing every week to you.

It is very hot and dusty over here, We are getting plenty of drilling. We are out before daylight and get back after dark, I hope you are having no trouble to get my money. I suppose at is very cold in Kerrisdale now.

Plenty of grass, I hope." ★ Private R. Herbert, writing from Helipolis to the father of Private S. Brace, who was killed at the Dardanelles said: "Just a line or so hoping to find you well, also to express my deepest sympathy about your losing poor Sam. He died a noble death, anyway, poor fellow.

None of us know how we are going to come out of this war I can assure you that I felt it very hard losing a good friend, and I know what you must feel.

Anyway, Bob, old chap, cheer up, he did not die a lingering death. I was depending on seeing him. I heard when I came here first that he was alive and well, and I felt sure I would have the pleasure of fighting along side of him.

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Original ANZAC returns to Alexandra ■ On Monday, February 3, 1919, the Alexandra ‘City Fathers’ welcomed home Warrant Officer A Dunn, an original Anzac, reported The Standard on February 14: After the toast of the King and the sigingof the National Anthem, Cr Lade (president of the shire) said they had with them Warrant Officer Dunn, an original Anzac.

He found it hard to express all he desired to say in appreciation of the men who had returned, and were to return and who had made the supreme sacrifice.

Many did not realize what those men had done for them; they did not try to realize but there were some who did realize what these soldiers had done and they were anxious to do all they could to settle those men and give them positions equal to, if not better, than they held before they enlisted.

He complained of the way the departmentdid its work. Many landholders were inclined to withdraw their offers through the official bungling The soldiers were not getting what they should get; they were put to a lot of trouble.

He was prepared to do all he could to help the returned soldiers to settle on the land or fight the department if the men did not get what they ought. He assured Warrant Officer Dunn the council would do all they could for him.

Cr Murray said he was glad to see Warrant Officer Dunn back. He was one of the first to go. He had done what he could.

He had the satis faction of knowing he had succeeded in helping to crush the German power.

He hoped Dunn would be long spared. He was disgusted with the management by the government depertment and hoped soon to see an end of the bungling.

He referred to the rabbit man following the local committee and quoted Hanning's case.

Cr Wylie said he was pleased to see Dunn home again. Tire men who fought for the country deserved every consideration. He agreed with the president and Cr Murray in their feeling of disgust at the government's action or want of action.

The local committees knew the men. One would do well on the land, another not.

If a man could get land now at the low price of stock he could do well.

He wished Warrant-Officer Dunn all success now he had returned.

Cr Baker. said he was pleased to speak a few words of welcome to Warrant.OflIcer Dunn. When war broke out he went at once He was a good man bbfore he went away; he had come back even a better man.

Cr Findlay said it was. a pleasure to be present at the welcome home to Dunn. He hoped the repatriation scheme would be put in order.

At present it was a disgrace to the com munity. He alsoreferred to the sending of the rabbit inspector to report after thelocal committee lid reported.

Cr Hayes was pleased to see Dunn back in-health and strength.

He had always been of a military spirit. He did what he could when the call came.

One thing he (Cr Hayes) liked was that all was pleased he got to Blighty.

● Cr William Lade Jnr JP

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■ William Lade Jnr was born on June 30, 1862, at Yan Yean, to parents William Ernest Lade and August (nee Kingford).

He arrived at Alexandra in 1867 and farmed Kenfield Park, at Crystal Creek, his entire working life.

He was active in the community and had a strong cricket bowling arm.

He was member 100 of the Rechabites (elected into the adult tent in 1877) at the time when the Rechabites met in the old schoolhouse.

He served as a Shire Councillor and was Shire President for a number of terms.

He retired as a Councillor in 1929 due to ill-health, but was re-elected in 1933 and served until 1936 when failing eye-sight saw him resign.

He was President of the Agricultural Society for many years, was a member of the Alexandra Red Cross Emergency Services and the Alexandra Bush Fire Brigade (until his death).

He served as Chairman of the War Memorial Committee and he officiated at the 1924 unveiling of the Soldiers Memorial in Grant Street.

He was President of the Agricultural and Pastoral Association for 14 years and Secretary for seven.

He served on the Hospital Committee and was President for four years. On the formation of the Alexandra Bush Fire Brigade in 1932, he offered an interest free loan of £50 for the purchase of equipment, with the motion being accepted by A.N. Walsh.

His last service was as Chairman of the committee for the 1935 'Back to Alexandra' celebrations.

He had a keen interest in politics and was one of the original Councillors of the Kyabram Reform League.

As his eyesight failed in later life, good friend Charles R. Long noted how this was having a depressing effect upon William's spirits (Charles first noticed this at the unveiling of the Princess Alexandra Statue).

William died at his home in Albert St, Alexandra on January 12, 1940 and was buried at the Alexandra Cemetery.

His last public appearance was the annual meeting of the Alexandra Bush Fire Brigade.

William was described as being one of the few remaining figures of 'the old brigade'.

He was given a Methodist funeral with members of the Rechabites flanking his coffin.

Many local institutions were remembered in his will, including the Alexandra Cemetery Trust who received money for new Memorial Gates - erected in late February 1948.

- Shire of Alexandra Past Presidents, published by Murrindindi Shire Council

They, realized they were fighting for an Empire. He was glad that the boys had a love for their country.

Cr Gartlan congratulated Warrant Officer Dunn on his appearance. He had been playing the game and had aken care of himself.

He would be the better man for what he had passed through.

The question of repatriation had been dealt with. He endorsed what had been said.

He supported W. M. Hughes in his fighting for Australian interests.

He was not too enthusiastic over the idea of the league of nations.

Cr Edwards offered sincere congratulations to Warrant-Officer Dunn on his safe return and his healthy appearance.

He had always been a good citizen and had done his part in social life.

He agreed with thie president that everything should he done for the returned men and he promised Dunn that everything would be done for him that the council could do.

There was no reason why Alexandra should not make a move to check government bungling.

Cr Rowan said he was pleased to see "Andy" back. He had always loved military work. As soon as the the call to the front came he went.

He gave him a hearty welcome home. Warrant Olficer Dunn briefly replied and thanked the councillors for the honor of the welcome in suitable terms. ★ One of Alexandra’s early ANZAC Day observances was reported in The Standard in April 1922: An impressive service took place in the Shire hall on Tuesday morning.

There was a large attendance at the service, which was arranged by the local branch of the Returned Soldiers' League.

On the platform with the President of the branch (Mr. A. E. Howell) were the Rev. H. A. Hunt, E. H. Roberts, and S. C. Blainey ; Rev. E. H. Scott (Fathers' Association), Mr. Harkess (secretary of Alexandra branch of Returned Soldiers' League), and Cr. J. A. Baker.

Wreaths were placed on the flag covered table in the centre of the stage.

Appropriate hymns were sung and prayers offered up by the Revs.

Roberts and Hunt.

The Rev. Blainey read a portion of the 4th chap. of Thessalonians I. An address was given the Rev. E. A. Hunt, who took for his text the 13th verse of the 15th chapter of St. John-"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."

The Rev. Hunt said it was his privilege to speak to them on a great occasion. t hey could never commemorate the deeds of those brave men too much; but lie was afraid people were only too quickly willing to forget.

The world had been built up on those who have placed themselves as stepping stones in order that the world might progress.

It grieved him when he found citizens who had forgotten what the returned men had done.

That some men had abused the privileges granted them was no reason why the general body of the men should be forgotten.

If a man were a drunkard it was

‘W we tto o ‘Wee o ow them all that is no w ours’ now

● Billy Hughes

■ “This is Anzac Day. It marks an epoch in our history.

“Seven years ago the world was thrilled by the glorious deeds of our soldiers on Gallipoli.

“Their valorous endurance and sacrifice won for Australia a niche in the temple of the immortals.

“To-day our hearts swell with pride at the memory of their heroic deeds, and our eyes are wet with tears at the price they paid for victory.

“We owe to them all that is now ours."

Hon. Wm. Hughes, Prime Minister. their duty to try and lift him up - not to push him on one side.

The speaker also referred to the causes that brought about war, and said it was because the people have not accepted Jesus Christ that this great slaughter takes place, and he asked, What were they doing to live up to the ideals of Christ?

At the conclusion of the service Captain W. Keen. gave an address, and related many episodes of the Gallipoli campaign.

Victory medals were afterwards presented to a number of returned mien by Capt. Keen.

(The De fence Department only forwarded a portion of the necessary medals; the balance will be presented at a later date).

The accompanimentts for the hymns were efficiently played by Miss Rae. A collection was taken ofi behalf of the Distressed Diggers' Fund.

Over £8 was placed in the plates, and outside subscriptions made the total up to £10.

At St. Mary's Catholic Church, Anzac Day was commemorated at a special service in the morning, when the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary were recited.

A service was held at Eildon Weir.

Anzac Day was commemorated at the local State school on Monday in an appropriate manner.

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The Whittlesea Story: Part 4

Ned Kelly’s grandparents win legal battle Courtesy of the City of Whittlesea.

From ‘The Plenty’

by J.W. Payne, 1975.

■ Clauses in the necessary legislation - an Act for Making and Improving Roads in the Colony of Victoria - provided for distant roads, and the repair of all roads.

Funds for DRBs were to be provided by tolls and rates levied on landholders, plus funds, when available, from the treasury.

The election of board members and striking of the rate was to be undertaken at an annual public meeting.

Epping District Roads Board ■ In preparation for the influx of new settlers to the Parish of Wollert, Robert Mason, instructed by the Surevyor-General Robert Hoddle, surveyed the village reserve of Darebin Creek renaming it Epping.

He also altered the arrow straight line of road laid down from Point Ormond to Boundary Road.

In the original planning this road formed the western boundary of the village reserve.

Mason curved the line of road below Epping, continued it through the central township area, and to the north, relocated the road further east.

Hoddle’s further instructions resulted in the continuation of the road to Woodstock and Merriang, and the planning of Bridge Inn Lane.

Unaware of this, the surveyors of Daniel McKenzie’s ‘Medland Estate’ adjoining the Parish of Wollert’s northern boundary based their survey on the previous line of the main road.

The inevitable result was that traffic from Epping Road took a course directly towards Woodstock obliquely through the unfenced properties of the ‘Medland Estate’.

On September 1, 1854, residents of Irishtown (Preston), Keelbundoora (Thomastown) and Epping petitioned Matthew Price, Police Magistrate, Bourke Police Officer.

“We, the undersigned Landholders and Householders residing in the Road District known and proclaimed in the Government Gazette dated July 21, 1854, as the Epping Road District request you to convene a Public Meeting of Landholders and Householders residing in the said Epping Road District for the purpose of forming a District Roads Board in accordance with the provisions of Section 10 of the Act entitled: An Act for Making and Improving Roads in the Colony of Victoria.”

In area the district extended from Bell St in the south to Bridge Inn Lane-Boundary Rd in the North, and roughly from the Darebin Creek to the Merri Creek.

The remainder of Preston was added on April 2, 1860, and Northcote in April, 1864.

Few Board records survive. The Central Roads Board’s account with the Epping DRB show that from initiation on September 16, 1854, to August 28, 1855, the major expenses were: J.C. Clinch, £494 13s; Popple and Sutton, £505 5s, road construction; Robert Henry, fencing and land £273’Henry Hickman Miller, fencing alone £243 and W.S. Chauncy,

survey £100. Funds came from a Government grant of £2000 and a loan of £150. Vouchers were signed

by Benjamin Johnson as chairman and George Richardson, secretary.

Revenue also came from rates and tolls at Northcote and Preston.

From the Northcote toll Epping DRB received 12s 1½d from every £1 collected.

A further chain in lieu of gates was notified on April 23, 1858 “Lately erected across the Epping Road as place for collection of tolls”.

By 1859, construction of the road to Epping was completed and handed over to the Epping DRB for maintenance.

The Belmont Hotel at Thomastown provided an office and boardroom for the Baord until January 7, 1867, when the venue changed to the Merriland Hotel.

During 1867 application was made to the Government for a piece of land in Epping for office purposes, but before finality could be reached Epping DRB had become portion of the Shire of Darebin.

In the closing years of the Board’s life, the district’s crossroads were being planned or improved.

Amongst these were Settlement Road in 1866, Cemetery Road and Craigieburn Road in 1867, Cooper Street in 1868 and Morang Road in 1869.

Woodstock District Roads Board

■ Observing the road improvement in the Epping area, the residents of Woodstock and Merriang petitioned the Governor to have a Woodstock DRB proclaimed.

This request caused a flurry in the Survey Office; the survey from Wollert to Woodstock and beyond was drafted and a tracing forwarded to the Central Roads Board on November 25, 1857.

By December 8 the boundaries of the Woodstock DRB were approved andthe first meeting to elect members was held at Patrick Whitty’s newly completed hotel at Woodstock on March 3, 1858.

During the Board’s existence until 1870 this hotel served as Council Chamber and office.

The tracing indicated use of the

● Bushranger Ned Kelly route for many years. In the sales of Woodstock land by the banks, following Forlonge’s failure provision was made for the road, and hotels, stores and dwelling were already aligned with it.

At Merriang, too, prior to the 1851 sale of land within the Government reserve, a road was indicated and the only section left for survey was beyond Merriang where the position was obscure.

One track led through Herne’s Swamp, called ‘Pleurisy Plains’ by the local wits, north-west to the Inverlochy Castle Hotel south of Wallan, and a second was indicated roughly on its present alignment northwards.

Information on the Woodstock DRB is meagre as records have disappeared, but correspondence with the Central Roads Board and Public Works Department show that John Whitty was chairman for the first years 1858-59 and still chairman in 1862.

The road north from Wollert through the properties of Donal McPherson, John Tydeman and William Dods, landholders in the Medland Estate, and John Lloyd’s property below Woodstock, was officially opened for public use in 1860 by a gazetted notice signed by D.R. McGregor, Surveyor to the Board.

On September 7, 1860, a road deviation in the Parish of Wallan Wallan was gazetted “to be made by the Board of Land and Works leading from Epping and Woodstock to Broadford.

Matters proceeded smoothly and by the end of the year the road was declared open to the public with £26 18s 1d to be paid to the landholders, James and Mary Quinn (grandparents of Ned Kelly), as the value of land excised.

But when Abraham Motherwell came to fence, Quinn refused him entry and a great legal battle ensued with solicitors, expert witnesses, arbitrators, and a verdict which introduced a legal precedent, compensation for severance.

Quinn was awarded £32 5s for land, £117 14s 3d for severance and costs for £5.

Expenses of arbitration were put on £101 17s and expert witnesses received £36. The total cost came to £262 17s.

The Woodstock DRB was authorised in 1863 “to erect toll bars

or gates” and a toll began at the southern boundary adjacent to the area later occupied by the Wollert Tennis Club.

By 1867 the Epping DRB sought to have Epping Road declared a Common Toll road and had erected a further toll one mile south of the Wollert gate, apparently in the vicinity of the Harvest Home Hotel.

Woodstock DRB protested to the Department of Roads and Bridge who upheld the objection and the toll house was removed to Epping to serve as office for elections piror to the erection of Council offices.

Shortly afterwards tolls beyond Northcote on the Epping Road were abolished.

Gradually the crossroads were extended; Grant’s Lane and the Yan Yean, Woodstock to Donnybrook road were begun in 1862 and Mason’s Lane and Beveridge Lane were both planned in 1870.

Mention must be made of mile markers. EppingDRB commissioned Roderick McKenzie to supply and erect same; apparently they were of timber and none survive.

Woodstock DRB chose stone which endured until the era of souveniring (Australians never steal), and in 1972 the Shire Council decided to remove for preservation those few remaining.

Sydney Road ■ The present line of road between Melbourne and Seymour had at least two predeccesors.

The first, noted in an 1837 report

by William and Stewart Ryrie to Governor Bourke, on a proposed mail route, involved a deviation westward to Mt Macedon.

The second began at Essendon and ran via Broadmeadows and Mickleham to the western side of Big Hill (or Pretty Sally), a road still referred to as the Old Broadmeadows or Old SydneyRoad.

The third and present route features in an account of the first overland from Sydney, took the contract at £1200 per annum.

His post-boy was John Conway Bourke, an employee on his Dandenong station, and Hawdon accompanied Bourke on the first journey keeping a journal which reads in part: “January 2, 1838. Commenced journey in company of post-boy to Yass.

(The start was made from the Lamb Inn, later Scotts Hotel.)

“January 3. Rested.

“January 4. Rode to Mercer Vale with post-boy, halted at Bonney and Bentons, 36 miles north of Melbourne (Kilmore).

“January 5. Reached the Goulburn River riding 70 miles.”

For the next few years, while conditions of the road were still hazardous, travellers found it prudent to form parties stoppinbg overnight at the few stations and inns which stood beside the track.

Thom’s station at Mercer Vale (Beveridge), noted by George Russell, was used in this manner.

By 1840, survey and sale of the land as far north as Pentridge (Coburg) had been completed with the line of road already planned.

North of Beveridge, the land was under survey by Surveyor Kemp whose preliminary plan of the Parish of Kilmore showed the Sydney track to the Big Hill where a blazed trail was indicated.

The section of road from Pentridge to Kalkallo was recommended in August and proclaimed on November 14, 1840.

For several years thereafter nothing further was done until Surveyor H.B. Foote was instructed to examine the country beyond Kalkallo and indiacte the best line for a road to Seymour.

His report of January 15, 1849, virtually confirmed the track then in use though he was tempted to divert the road to the route now being taken by the Beveridge-Broadford bypass; however consideration of Kilmore precluded this plan.

Critics of the road were becoming more numerous and vociferous; William Forlonge and 57 other road users petitioned the Governor, Sir Charles Fitzroy in June, 1850, stating that: “We ... bring to your notice the impassable state of this line of road for wheeled vehicles during three months of the winter season when constant trespasses are committed pulling down fences so as to permit their passing over private property when the road is impassable.”

La Trobe wrote to Sydney for assistance which took the immediate form of words with the promise of money later: “I have the honour to draw your attention to the Government Notice dated the 7th instant, confirming the line of road recommended by you from Melbourne to Kalkallo.”

Help was, however, nearer at hand. The Governor of Pentridge Stockade wrote to the Colonial Secretary seeking confirmation of survey lines and adding, “by 28th instant (December 1850) I shall have completed the formation of the road leading from the Stockade to the Main Roa.” From examination of the contracts let, it would appear that Sydney Road from the Stockade to Mahoney’s Road was constructed by convict labour.

The wording of petitions from Kilmore and Kalkallo in September 1851 indicate that £2000 was allocated for improvements to the road but all was spent south of Kalkallo, Kilmore had been devastated by floods which swept away bridges in the town. ● To be continued next week in The Local Paper.

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Local Sport

● Yea Under 12 Netball. Name not supplied.

● Yea Under 12 Netball. Names not supplied.

● Yea Under 15 Netball. Names not supplied.

● Yea Under 12 Netball. Name not supplied.

• Yea Junior Netball • Thornton-Eildon v Kinglake Netball Thanks to Sarah Cunningham, Melanie Gourlay

● Yea Under 12 Netball. Names not supplied.

● Yea Under 15 Netball Team. Back row, from left: coach Katherine Johnson, Shanae Baker, Sarah Garlick, Olivia Johnson, Jordyn Beattie, Maggie McSpeerin, Abby Christie, Assistant Coaches Teagan Britton and Jordyn Watts. At front, from left: Grace Cunningham (injured) and Zahlie Nitschke.

● Yea Under 15 Netball. Names not supplied.

● Thornton-Eildon vs Kinglake netball. Photos: Melanie Gourlay

● Yea Under 15 Netball. Names not supplied.

● Thornton-Eildon v Kinglake netball.

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Local Sport

● Yea Under 12s: Riley Frankcombe

● Yea Under 12. From left: Cooper HoldsworthRose, Riley Frankcombe, Sam Gregory

● Yea Under 10s: Jack Purvis

● Yea Under 12s: Zack Papadopoulus

● Yea Under 10’s: Oliver Dredge

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Yea Junior Football Netball Club Photos: Under 10, 12 - Ian Porter Under 14 - Kylie Garlick

● Yea Under 12s: Sam Gregory

● Yea Under 10s: from left: Oliver Dredge, Jack Purvis, Sienna Porter (kicking)

● Yea Under 14s. From left: Arienne Holdsworth-Rose, Reece Hargreaves (with ball), Dominik Ciantar

● Yea Under 10s. From left: Max McAlpin, Sienna Porter, Emeli Brunt, Shaniah Klinge

● Yea Under 14s: Tobias Philpot, Dominik Ciantar

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AFL YARRA RANGES DIVISION 2 SCOREBOARD SENIORS

■ Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Yea 14.15 (9) d Alexandra 9.7 (61). Seville 23.15 (153) d Gembrook-Cockatoo 12.13 (85).

Kinglake 19.22 (136) d Thornton-Eildon 5.1 (31).

Yarra Junction 19.17 (131) d Powelltown 10.8 (66). Yarra Glen: Bye. ■ Ladder. 1. Kinglake, 438.71, 4. 2. Yarra Junction, 192.65, 4. 3. Seville, 180.00, 4. 4. Yea, 162.30, 4. 5. Yarra Glen, 0.00, 4. 6. Alexandra, 61.62, 0. 7. Gembrook-Cockatoo, 55.56, 0. 8.

Powelltown, 51.91, 0. 9. Thornton-Eildon, 22.79, 0.

RESERVES

■ Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Yea 14.6 (90) d Alexandra 5.6 (36). GembrookCockatoo 8.6 (64) d Seville 7.3 (45). Kinglake 18.15 (123) d Thornton-Eildon 2.1 (13). Yarra Junction 16.14 (110) d Powelltown 2.6 (18).

Yarra Glen: Bye. ■ Ladder. 1. Kinglake, 944.15, 4. 2. Yarra Junction, 611.11, 4. 3. Yea, 250.00, 4. 4. GembrookCockatoo, 120.00, 4.5. Yarra Glen, 0.00, 4. 6.

Seville, 83.33, 0. 7. Alexandra, 40.00, 0. 8.

Powelltown, 16.36, 0. 9. Thornton-Eildon, 10.57, 0.

NETBALL

■ A-Grade. Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Seville 62 d Gembrook-Cockatoo 8. Kinglake 54 d Thornton-Eildon 6. Yarra Junction 40 d Powelltown 32. Yea 95 d Alexandra 26. Yarra Glen: Bye. ■ B-Grade. Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Seville 67 d Gembrook-Cockatoo 21.

Kinglake 55 d Thornton-Eildon 2. Yarra Junction 36 drew with Powelltown 36. Yea 69 d Alexandra 42.

■ C-Grade. Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Seville 47 d Gembrook-Cockatoo 16.

Kinglake: Bye. Powelltown 44 d Yarra Junction 18. Alexandra 36 d Yea 25.

■ D-Grade. Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Yea 25 d Alexandra 20. Gembrok-Cockatoo v Yarra Glen. Kinglake: Bye. Powelltown 28 d Yarra Junction 5.

AFL YARRA RANGES DIVISION 1 SCOREBOARD SENIORS

■ Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21.

Upwey-Tecoma 20.15 (135) d Belgrave 7.12 (54). Emerald 19.8 (122) d Healesville 14.10 (94). Olinda Ferny Creek 12.18 (90) d Monbulk 5.8 (38). Woori Yallock 21.26 (152) d Warburton-Millgrove 8.3 (51). Sunday, April 22.

Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

RESERVES

■ Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21.

Upwey-Tecoma 8.15 (63) d Belgrave 4.2 (26).

Emerald 9.8 (62) d Healesville 6.3 (39). OlindaFerny Creek 14.13 (97) d Monbulk 4.6 (30).

Warburton-Millgrove 15.9 (99) d Woori Yallock 8.3 (51). Sunday, April 22. Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

UNDER 18

■ Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21.

Upwey-Tecoma 24.10 (154) d Alexandra 4.1 (25). Gembrook-Cockatoo 5.9 (39) d Monbulk 1.3 (9). Healesville 20.17 (137) d Emerald 3.6 (24). Woori Yallock 6.10 (46) d WarburtonMillgrove 5.9 (39). Sunday, April 22. Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

NETBALL

■ A-Grade Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Belgarve 66 d Upwey-Tecoma 25. OlindaFerny Creek 79 d Monbulk Hawks 32. Healesville 36 drew Emerald 36. Woori Yallock 15 d Warburton-Millgrove 8. Sunday, April 22.

Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

■ B-Grade Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Belgrave 40 d Upwey-Tecoma 43. Olinda-

AFL YARRA RANGES DIVISION 1 SCOREBOARD

NORTHERN FOOTBALL NETBALL LEAGUE SCOREBOARD

GOULBURN VALLEY FOOTBALL LEAGUE SCOREBOARD

Ferny Creek 42 d Monbulk Hawks 31.

Healesville 42 d Emerald 33. Woori Yallock 45 d Warburton-Millgrove 17. Sunday, April 22.

Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

■ C-Grade Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Belgrave 38 d Upwey-Tecoma 26. OlindaFerny Creek 52 d Monbulk Hawks 25. Healesville 32 d Emerald 20. Woori Yallock 43 d Warburton-Millgrove 19. Sunday, April 22.

Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

■ D-Grade Results. Round 1. Saturday, April 21. Olinda Ferny Creek 2 16 d Belgrave 13.

Olinda Ferny Creek 37 d Monbulk Hawks 13.

Healesville 36 d Emerald 14. WarburtonMillgrove 29 d Woori Yallock 18. Sunday, April 22. Mount Evelyn v Wandin.

■ Under 19. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Panton Hill 53 d South Morang 47. Banyule 12.5 (77) d Eltham 5.9 (39). Lower Plenty 10.12 (72) d Mernda 9.7 (61). Maill Park 20.28 (148) d North Heidelberg 1.1 (7).

■ Ladder. 1. Mill Park, 283.16, 12. 2. Banyule, 258.33, 8. 3. Mernda, 165.79, 8. 4. Lower Plenty, 146.47, 8. 5. Eltham, 71.05, 4. 6. North Heidelberg, 41.51, 4. 7. South Morang, 30.05, 0. 8.

Panton Hill, 24.48, 0.

■ Seniors. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Kyabram 15.14 (104) d Benalla 7.5 (47).

Tatura 13.12 (90) d Shepparton 9.7 (61). Rochester 14.13 (97) d Mansfield 7.7 (49). Euroa 16.17 (113) d Mooroopna 6.9 (45). Seymour 13.23 (101) d Shepparton Swans 6.5 (41). Echuca 11.9 (75) d Shepparton United 10.5 (65).

■ Ladder. 1. Kyabram, 228.37, 12. 2.

Shepparton, 136.80, 12. 3. Echuca, 116.75, 12.

4. Tatura, 190.32, 8. 5. Euroa, 154.78, 8. 6. Rochester, 121.89, 8. 7. Benalla, 115.94, 8. 8.

Mansfield, 140.31, 4. 9. Seymour, 96.52, 4. 10.

Shepparton United, 59.13, 0. 11. Mooroopna, 29.59, 0. 12. Shepparton Swans, 22.75, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Kyabram 18.14 (122) d Benalla 4.7 (31).

Tatura 13.14 (92) d Shepparton 3.5 (23).

Mansfield 6.6 (42) d Rochester 3.9 (27). Mooroopna 12.5 (77) d Euroa 7.15 (57). Seymour 20.20 (140) d Shepparton Swans 2.1 (13). Echuca 8.9 (57) d Shepparton United 6.4 (40).

■ Ladder. 1. Mansfieled,256.12, 12. 2, Seymour, 233.01, 12. 3. Kyabram, 327.27, 8. 4.

Tatura, 272.92, 8. 5. Euroa, 218.11, 8. 6. Echuca, 136.07, 8. 7. Shepparton, 97.06, 8. 8. Rochester, 78.77, 4. 9. Shepparton United, 42.02, 4. 10.

Mooroopna, 39.15, 4. 11. Benalla, 53.8, 0. 12.

Shepparton Swans, 9.05, 0.

■ Under 18. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Kyabram 10.9 (69) d Benalla 9.5 (59).

Shepparton 9.16 (70) d Tatura 9.3 (57). Rochester 22.21 (153) d Mansfield 0.1 (1). Mooroopna 7.10 (52) d Euroa 7.6 (48). Shepparton Swans 9.5 (59) d Seymour 7.4 (46). Echuca 11.7 (73) d Shepparton United 6.3 (39).

■ Ladder. 1. Rochester, 264.71, 12. 2.

Shepparton Swans, 244.57, 12. 3. Echuca, 226.83, 12. 4. Kyabram, 186.84, 12. 5.

Shepparton, 145.16, 8. 6. Shepparton United, 96.85, 8. 7. Seymour, 143.81, 4. 8. Euroa, 81.13, 4. 9. Mooroopna, 65.52, 4. 10. Tatura, 56.19, 0.

11. Benalla, 53.78, 0. 12. Mansfield, 9.32, 0.

NORTHERN FOOTBALL NETBALL LEAGUE SCOREBOARD DIVISION 1

■ Seniors. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Northcote Park 15.15 (105) d Hurstbridge 15.14 (104). Heidelberg 9.14 (68) d West Preston-Lakeside 9.12 (66). Macleod 21.17 (143) d Whittlesea 9.11 (65). Greensborough 14.11 (95) d Bundora 6.13 (49). Montmorency 19.11 (125) d North Heidelberg 12.10 (82).

■ Ladder. 1. Greensborough, 161.34, 8. 2. West Preston-Lakeside, 158.91, 4. 3. Macleod, 138.54, 4. 4. Montmorency, 108.94, 4. 5. Heidelberg, 100.00, 4. 6. Bundoora, 97.19, 4. 7. North Heidelberg, 87.63, 4. 8. Northcote Park, 82.46, 4. 9.

Whittlesea, 59.36, 4. 10. Hurstbridge, 67.62, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Hurstbridge 13.10 (88) d Northcote Park 10.3 (63). Heidelberg 16.7 (103) d West PrestonLakeside 10.11 (71). Whittlesea 16.8 (104) d Macleod 6.10 (46). Bundoora 10.9 (69) d Greensborough 9.9 (63). Montmorency 12.14 (86) d North Heidelberg 7.7 (49).

■ Ladder. 1. Whittlesea, 209.84, 8. 2.

Bundoora, 121.95, 8. 3. Greensborough, 146.15, 4. 4. Heidelberg, 124.21, 4. 5. Hurstbridge, 104.1, 4. 6. Montmorency, 95.00, 4. 7. West PrestonLakeside, 91.55, 4. 8. Macleod, 67.13, 4. 9.

Northcote Park, 68.91, 0. 10. North Heidelberg, 44.71, 0.

■ Under 19. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Northcote Park 12.19 (91) d West PrestonLakeside 11.8 (74). Diamond Creek 11.9 (75) d St Mary’s 11.8 (74). Whittlesea 10.12 (72) d Macleod 5.9 (39). Greensborough 7.9 (51) d Bundoora 7.8 (50). Montmorency 24.7 (151) d Heidelberg 9.13 (67). Eltham: Bye. ■ Ladder. 1. Greensborough, 162.32, 8. 2. Diamond Creek, 96.12, 8. 3. Eltham, 136.80, 4. 4.

Montmorency, 132.81, 4. 5. Whittlesea, 117.05, 4. 6. Bundoora, 109.79, 4. 7. St Mary’s, 109.09, 4. 8. Northcote Park, 105.60, 4. 9. Heidelberg, 63.74, 4. 10. West Preston-Lakeside, 64.13, 0.

11. Macleod, 54.17, 0.

DIVISION 2

■ Seniors. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Diamond Creek 16.13 (109) d Epping 7.11 (53). Thomastown 25.20 (170) d Fitzroy Stars 11.10 (76). Eltham 14.16 (100) d Banyule 12.9 (81). Lower Plenty 17.10 (112) d Watsonia 10.8 (68).

■ Ladder. 1. Eltham, 177.16, 12. 22.2. Lower Plenty, 174.23, 8. 3. Diamond Creek, 144.83, 8.

4. Thomastown, 149.62, 4. 5. Banyule, 144.03, 4. 6. Watsonia, 45.54, 0. 7. Epping, 41.14, 0. 8.

Fitzroy Stars, 35.84, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Diamond Creek 19.20 (134) d Epping 5.4 (34). Thomastown 18.16 (126) d Fitzroy Stars 9.4 (58). Eltham 14.6 (90) d Banyule 5.2 (32).

Lower Plenty 15.7 (97) d Watsonia 6.9 (45).

■ Ladder. 1. Eltham, 230.36, 12. 2. Diamond Creek, 240.79, 8. 3. Lower Plenty, 173.97, 8. 4.

Thomastown, 175.00, 4. 5. Watsonia, 80.67, 4.

6. Banyule, 38,30, 0. 7. Fitzroy Stars, 27.52, 0.

8. Epping, 25.96, 0.

DIVISION 3

■ Seniors. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. South Morang 29.13 (187) d Lalor 5.9 (39).Mernda 11.14 (80) d Laurimar 7.7 (49). St Mary’s 16.18 (114) d Kilmore 9.10 (64). Panton Hill 26.13 (169) d Heidelberg West 9.6 (60).

Reservoir: Bye. ■ Ladder. 1. St Mary’s, 223.02, 12. 2. South Morang, 213.95, 8. 3. Mernda, 180.58, 8. 4.

Panton Hill, 126.98, 8. 5. Kilmore, 100.96, 8. 6.

Lalor, 48.15, 4. 7. Laurimar, 57.56, 0. 8. Reservoir, 53.94, 0. 9. Heidelberg West, 34.64, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. South Morang 15.12 (102) d Lalor 4.8 (32).

Mernda 8.11 (59) d Laurimar 8.9 (57). St Mary’s 28.18 (186) d Kilmore 2.2 (14). Heidelberg West 14.16 (100) d Panton Hill 10.7 (67). Reservoir: Bye. ■ Ladder. 1. St Mary’s, 895.92, 12. 2. Mernda, 106.62, 8. 3. Reservoir, 105.56, 8. 4. Laurimar, 173.75, 4. 5. South Morang, 127.03, 4. 6. Panton Hill, 68.80, 4. 7. Heidelberg West, 59.72, 4. 8.

Kilmore, 37.18, 4. 9. Lalor, 38.18, 0.

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■ Section 1. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Greensborough 1 67 d Fitzroy Stars 35. Diamond Creek 1 51 d South Morang 1 45. Heidelberg 1 58 d Northcote Park 1 29.

■ Section 2. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Greensborough 2 25 d Heidelberg 2 21. Ivanhoe 1 27 d Diamond Creek 2 18. Laurimar 1 34 d Bundoora 1 25. St Mary’s 1: Bye. ■ Section 3. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Watsonia 1 28 d Heat 1 26. North Heidelberg 46 d Bundoora 2 36. Diamond Creek 3 29 d Heidelberg 3 20. Greensborough 3: Bye. ■ Section 4. Round 3. Friday, April 20. Heidelberg 4 28 d Diamond Creek 4 18. Ivanhoe 2 32 d Northcote Park 2 26. Thomastown 1 23 d Kilmore 1 14. Craigieburn 1 30 d North Heidelberg 3 21.

■ Section 5. Round 3. Friday, April 20. St Mary’s 2 32 d Epping 1 24. Craigieburn 2 28 d Hurstbridge 1 19. Watsonia 2 30 d West Ivanhoe 1 18. Macleod 1 39 d South Morang 2 30. Diamond Creek 5 26 d North Heidelberg 4 20.

■ Section 6. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Thomastown 28 d Laurimar 2 12. Fitzroy Stars 2 34 d Macleod 2. Bundoora 2 35 d South Morang 3 25. Craigieburn 3 32 d Heidelberg 5 19.

■ Section 7. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Watsonia 3 23 d Montmorency 1 18. West Ivanhoe 2 d St Mary’s 3 17. Epping 2 25 d South Morang 4 23. Whittlesea 1 26 d Northcote Park 3 17. Heat 2 27 d Bundoora 4.

■ Section 8. Round 3. Friday, April 20. Kilmore 2 26 d West Heidelberg 5 23. Keon Park 1 47 d Thomastown 3 26. Reservoir 1 40 d Bundoora 5 17.

■ Section 9. Round 3. Friday, April 20. Heidelberg West 1 36 d Heat 3 7. Hurstbridge 2 22 d Montmorency 2 15. Northcote Park 4 33 d Bundoora 6 18.

■ Section 10. Round 3. Friday, April 20.

Mernda 1 28 d Lower Plenty 1 23. Thomastown 4 27 d Watsonia 5 18. West Ivanhoe 4 28 d Hurstbridge 3 21. Whittlesea 2 33 d Kilmore 3 19.

■ Section 11. Round 3. Friday,April 20. Heidelberg West 2 30 d Keon Park 2 19. Reservoir 2 46 d Mernda 2 5. Thomastown 5 30 d Bundoora 7 20.

KYABRAM DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE SCOREBOARD

■ Seniors. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Lancaster 11.11 (77) d Avenel 11.9 (75).

Tallyagroopna 15.12 (102) d Dookie United 10.15 (73). Murchison-Toolamba 10.14 (74) d Longwood 8.11 (59). Merrigum 20.18 (138) d Rushworth 10.7 (67). Stanhope 21.16 (142) d Undera 3.8 (26). Girgarre 13.8 (86) d Violet Town 6.6 (42).

■ Ladder. 1. Lancaster, 286.86, 12. 2. Tallygaroopna, 193.25, 12. 3. Merrigum, 166.88, 12.

4. Stanhope, 213.01, 9. 5. Girgarre, 201.16, 8. 6.

Dookie United, 159.82, 4. 7. Avenel, 131.48, 4.

8. Longwood, 90.78, 4. 9. Violet Town, 83.08, 4.

10. Nagambie, 67.07, 4. 11. MurchisonToolamba, 64.93, 4. 12. Rushworth, 42.73, 0.

13. Undera, 31.19, 0. 14. Ardmona, 3.35, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Lancaster 9.4 (58) d Avenel 7.9 (51). Tallygaroopna 10.10 (70) d Dookie United 8.5 (53).

Murchison-Toolamba 24.20 (164) d Longwood 2.3 (15). Merrigum 20.22 (142) d Rushworth 3.1 (19). Stanhope 15.17 (107) d Undera 1.2 (8).

Girgarre 21.19 (145) d Violet Town 3.1 (19).

■ Ladder. 1. Murchison-Toolamba, 1008.89, 12. 2. Merrigum, 644.26, 12. 3. Lancaster, 506.67, 12. 4. Stanhope, 396.61, 12. 5. Girgarre, 404.00, 8. 6. Nagambie, 126.09, 8. 7. Dookie United, 256.96, 4. 8. Tallygaroopna, 68.11, 4. 9.

Rushworth, 49.40, 4. 10. Undera, 36.42, 0. 11.

Avenel, 36.33, 0. 12. Violet Town, 15.04, 0. 13.

Longwood, 12.61, 0. 14. Ardmona, 0.29, 0.

■ Under 18. Results. Round 3. Saturday, April 21. Avenel v Lancaster. Longwood v MurchisonToolamba. Rishworth 13.12 (90) d Merrigum 3.11 (29). Stanhope 25.7 (157) d Undera 7.9 (51).

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THORNTON-EILDON V KINGLAKE SCOREBOARD

■ Seniors. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Diggers Rest 288 d Broadford 21. Wallan 20.6 (126) d Riddell 14.15 (99). Rupertswood 25.8 (158) d Romsey 5.8 (38). Macedon 19.19 (133) d Lancefield 2.2 (14). Sunbury Kangaroos 23.23 (161) d Rockbank 1.3 (9). WoodendHesket 13.11 (89) d Melton Centrals 11.8 (74).

■ Ladder. 1. Rupertswood, 308.24, 8. 2.

Macedon, 230.43, 8. 3. Wallan, 198.41, 8. 4.

Melton Centrals, 836.34, 4. 5. Woodend-Hesket, 436.67, 4. 6. Sunbury Kangaroos, 184.07, 4. 7.

Riddell, 86.34, 0. 8. Romsey, 24.05, 0. 9.

Broadford, 21.77, 0. 10. Lancefield, 16.67, 0.

11. Rockbank, 7.91, 0. 12. Diggers Rest, 0.00, 0.

■ Reserves. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Diggers Rest 220 d Broadford 0. Wallan 12.6 (78) d Riddell 8.6 (54). Rupertswood 13.17 (95) d Romsey 5.6 (36). Macedon 21.19 (145) d Lancefield 2.1 (13). Sunbury Kangaroos 18.20 (128) d Rockbank 1.1 (7). Woodend-Hesket 45 d Melton Centrals 20.

■ Ladder. 1. Wallan, 422.95, 8. 2. Rupertswod, 362.46, 8. 3. Melton Centrals, 1200.00, 4. 4.

Woodend-Hesket, 680.00, 4. 5. Riddell, 156.52, 4. 6. Sunbury Kangaroos, 142.57, 4. 7. Macedon, 130.94, 4. 8. Romsey, 37.89, 0. 9. Lancefield, 11.34, 0. 10. Rockbank, 6.60, 0. 11. Broadford, 3.89, 0. 12. Diggers Rest, 0.00, 0.

■ Under 19.5. Results. Round 2. Saturday, April 21. Macedon v Sunbury Kangaroos.

Broadford 80 d Diggers Rest 40. Wallan 10.14 (74) d Riddell 4.5 (29). Rupertswood 33.14 (212) d Romsey 1.1 (7). Woodend-Hesket 18.10 (118) d Melton Centrals 6.10 (46).

Morrison, Samantha Martens, Kim Casey, Jen Feltcher, Melanie Gourlay, Maggie Rigby, Sarah Stevenson.

B-GRADE KINGLAKE ................................. 14, 18, 37, 54 THORNTON-EIL. .............................. 2, 4, 4, 6 Thornton-Eildon. Team: Tayla Sturges, Rose Kealy, Jayde Thomas, Elley Morrison, Jessica Slapp, Brodie Tyacke, Sarah Stevenson, Liana Clark.

THORNTON-EILDON V KINGLAKE SCOREBOARD SENIORS KINGLAKE ........... 6.4, 8.10, 15.16, 19.22 (136) THORNTON-EIL. ............. 0.1, 4.1, 4.1, 5.1 (31) Kinglake. Goalkickers: A. Burns 5, M. Quinto9n 3, B. White 2, J. Hamilton 2, S. Mather, W. Graf, J. Poecher, J. Chalmers, L.White, J. Orchard, J. Crowe. Best: M. McAllister, A. Burns, J. Butterworth. Team List: A. Burns, M. Quinton, J. Hamilton, B. White, J. Poecher, L. White, S. Mather, J. Chalmers, J. Orchard, J. Crowe, W. Graf, J. Butterworth, M. McAllister, B. Hamer, B. Brown, A. Griffiths, T. McDonald, C. Booker, A. McLaren, J. Graf, L. Hannah, M. Newton.

Thornton-Eildon. Goalkickers: M. Herridge, R. Andrews, J. Sloane, D. Creed, W. Cody. Best: J. Scotland, W. Cody, T. Phelps. Team List: W. Cody, M. Herridge, R. Andrews, D.Creed, J. Sloane, T. Phelps, J. Scotland, B. Azzopardi, J. Skerritt, T. Carpenter, T. Surkitt, G. Savage, J. Hehir, J. Strachan, B. Lowerson, A. Phelps, B. Davis, J. Lewis, L. Stewart, J. Parker, B. Cockell.

RESERVES

KINGLAKE ........... 6.2, 10.7, 14.9, 18.15 (123) THORNTON-EIL. ........... 0.1, 1.1, 2.1, 2.1 (13) Kinglake. Goalkickers: C. Caine 7, J. Komen 4, B. Howlett 3, J. Walker, J. Styles, M. McAllister, N. Booker. Best: C. Caine, L. Hendrie, J. Styles. Team List: C. Caine, J. Komen, B. Howlett, J. Styles, J. Walker, N. Booker, M. McAllister, L. Hendrie, M. Churchill, R. Hurst, B. Robinson, C. Booker, D. Simmons, R. Baerken, L. Broaderick, L. Young, J. Rabjones, Z. Carden, B. Quilliam, J. Freeth.

Thornton-Eildon. Goalkickers: J. Dundas, A. Sporton. Best: B. McComb, L. Ronalds, B. Clarke. Team List: A. Sporton, J. Dundas, B. Clarke, L. Ronalds, B. McComb, D. Downward, G. Blackburne, J. Scanlan, J. Lewis, T. Polson, D. Draper, C. Ronalds, J. Ward, T. Greenem, P. Sporton.

NETBALL

A-GRADE KINGLAKE ................................. 13, 27, 39, 55 THORNTON-EIL. .............................. 0, 0, 1, 2 Thornton-Eildon. Team: Kayla Best, Edden

ALEXANDRA V YEA SCOREBOARD SENIORS YEA ............................ 4.1, 6.8, 10.14, 14.15 (99) ALEXANDRA .................. 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 9.7 (61) Yea. Goalkickers. C. Graham 3, R. Aldous 2, M. Pitman 2, S. Bamblett 2, H. Jarvie, R. Timmins, D. O’Dwyer, J. Carroll, L. Beattie. Best: S. Bamblett, R. Aldous, C. Graham, D. O’Dwyer, M. Otman, A. McSpeerin. Team List: C. Graham, M. Pitman, R. Aldous, S. Bamblett, D. O’Dwyer, J. Carroll, L. Beattie, R. Timmins, H. Jarvie, A. McSpeerin, A. Walsh, J. Sandells, A. McCarthy, C. Evans, P. Evans, X. O’Dwyer, J. Ryan, H. Witton, N. Beattie, T. Kirkham, D. Evans.

Alexandra. Goalkickers: B. Norris 4, J. Brereton 2, L. Ragg, S. Steiner, M. Steiner. Best: J. Brererton, B. Norris, N. Waugh, M. Steiner, L. Ragg, B. Cooper. Team List: B. Norris, J. Brereton, L. Ragg, M. Steiner, S. Steiner, B. Cooper, N. Waugh, N. Stewart, D. Roper, M. Coombs, N. Dundas, W. Goonan, C. Heaslip, S. Heveren, D. Rouget, J. Steyger, S. Woollard, J. Noy, B. Kapakoulakis, S. Kidd, C. McKay.

RESERVES

YEA ............................... 4.2, 11.4, 14.5, 14.6 (90) ALEXANDRA .................. 1.1, 2.3, 3.4, 5.6 (36) Yea. Goalkickers: A. Butterworth 4, T. McMahon 3, K. McKenzaie 2, B. Wilsmore 2, B. Broadway, B. Middleton, R. Sargeant. Best: B. Clements, K. McKenzaie, D. Jannke, S. Connell, A. Butterworth, J. Garlick. Team List: A. Butterworth, T. McMahon, K. McKenzie, B. Wilsmore, B. Middleton, B. Broadway, R. Sargeant, J. Garlick, S. Connell, D. Jannke, B. Clements, X. Jolly, T. Lang, J. Aldous, E. Daines, C. Ryan, D. Clue, M. Moore, C. Nash, N. Chjarles, J. Harry.

Alexandra. Goalkickers: P. Marsh 2, J. Hamill, A. Westworth, T. Halligan. Best: A. Westworth, B. Woollard, W. Ingram, T. Halligan, L. Platt, J. Kidd. Team List: R. Marsh, T. Halligan, A. Westworth, J. Hamill, J. Kidd, L. Platt, W. Ingram, B. Woollard, T. Sanders, J. Keath, H. Gilmore, M. Church, H. Murdoch, C. Pearce, A. Daly, C. Jack, J. Leary, K. Norris, H. Dunsford, D. Ray, P. Brooks, T. Gabriel.

UNDER 18

UPWEY-TECOMA... 6.0, 11.2, 15.6, 24.10 (154) ALEXANDRA ................. 0.1, 2.1, 4.1, 4.1 (25) Upwey-Tecoma. Goalkickers. A. Grenda 9, A. Bartils 4, R. Cheslett 3, B. Burrows 3, T. Holland 2, J. Houston, K. Bell, J. Scott. Best: T. Holland, A. Grenda, A. Bartils, E. Bosua, T. Cairns, K. Weiser. Team List: A. Grenda, A. Bartils, ER. Cheslett, B. Burrows, T. Holland, K. Bell, J. Scott, J. Houston, K. Wesier, T. Cairns, E. Bosua, C. Bolger, T. Johnson, C. Taylor, C. Giddens, C. Jones, L. Comber, J. Fox, P. Booth, J. Koutros, L. Henderson-Rosaia.

Alexandra. Goalkickers: J. Keath, N. Stewart, H. Dunsford, F. McCarthy. Best: J. Keath, W. Woolford, T. Rouget, H. Gilmore, F. McCarthy, N. Stewart. Team List: N. Stewart, F. McCarthy, J. Keath, H. Dunsford, H. Gilmore, T. Rouget, W. Woolford, W. Ellis, D. Kaempkes, M. Dunsford, A. McDonald, J. Laurie-Rhodes, T. Pedlar, H. Twining, B. Thomas, D. McFadzean, D. Ray, J. Sims.

ALEXANDRA V YEA SCOREBOARD NETBALL A-GRADE YEA ................................................................ 95 ALEXANDRA ............................................... 26 Yea. Goals: Melissa Martinov 68. Rachael Hickey 27. Best: Melissa Martinov, Samantha Coppinger, Kathy Duncan. Team List: Rachael Hickey, Melissa Martinov, Chelsea Spagnolo, Gaby Duncan, Ruby O’Dwyer, Megan Leatham, Kathy Duncan, Samantha Coppinger, Meg Sundblom.

Alexandra. Goals: Louise Chapople 14, Ellie Hedger 12. Best: Ellie Hedger, Caitlan Haggis, Bethany Cairns. Team List: Ellie Hedger, Louise Chapple, Bethany Cairns, Caitlan Haggis, Olivia Twining, Lauren Steyger, Kirby Welch, Rebecca Wallis.

B-GRADE YEA ................................................................ 69 ALEXANDRA ............................................... 42 Yea. Goals: Meg Sundblom 47, Cindy Newcoimen 16, Regina Bell 1. Best: Meg Sundblom, Cindy Newcomen, Cindy Hayes.

Team List: Meg Sundblom, Cindy Hayes, Kate Elliott, Sophie Watts, Sarah Armstrong, Cindy Newcomen, Lauren Cronk, Regina Bell.

Alexandra. Goals: Rebecca Wallis 15, Emma Kidd 3. Best: Rebecca Wallis, Jayde Cairns.

Team List: Emma Kidd, Jayde Cairns, Katherine Quinsee, Rebecca Wallis, Loren Hedger, Jessica Lucas.

C-GRADE ALEXANDRA ................................................. 36 YEA ............................................................... 25 Alexandra. Goals: Mandy Gesler 15, Brooke Pearce 11, Rachel Manthorpe 10. Best: Brooke Pearce, Kirsty Brook, Madison Richards. Team List: Mandy Gesler, Rachgel Manthorpe, Madison Richards, Kelsey Purcell, Kirsty Brook, Laura Westwood, Kylie Cairns, Sarah Mooney, Brooke Pearce, Joanne Steel.

Yea. Goals: Fiona Purvis 13, Maggie McSpeerin 4. Team List: Fiona Purvis, Maggie McSpeerin, Rachael Normington, Kate Broadway, Deborah Schickerling, Sarah Lobley.

WHITTLESEA V MACLEOD SCOREBOARD SENIORS MACLEOD ............. 9.3, 13.7, 14.11, 21.17 (143) WHITTLESEA ................ 1.3, 3.5, 6.9, 9.11 (65) Macleod. Goalkickers: B. Lennon 6, R. Brandt 3, L. Brandt 2, H. Seivers 2, A. Doherty 2, R. Turner 2, P. Martin, N. McKeown, L. Joyce, L. Hobbs. Best: C. Long, L. Hobbs, K. Manuel, R. Turner, A. Doherty, H. Seivers. Team List: B. Lennan, R. Brandt, H. Sievers, A. Doherty, R. Turner, L. Brandt, L. Hobbs, L. Joyce, P. Martin, N. McKeown, K. Manuiel, C. Long, H. Manuel, F. Pope, J. Langford, H. Paynter, J. White, J. Kidd, J. Bianchin, D. O’Brien, J. Ciranna, L. Dowdle.

Whittlesea. Goalkickers. R. Dyson 2, J. Dyson 2, J. Robinson, P. Higgins, C. Bland, J. Murphy, M. Coen, M. Andrews. Team List: R. Dyson, J. Dyson, C. Horman, J. Daniel, P. Higgins, C. Bland, J. Robinson, M. Andrews, M. Coen, J. Murphy, C. McCabe, X. Dimasi, M. Taplin, M. Atta, A. Fairchild, B. Briffa, M. Dyson, T. Behan, N. Andrews, J. Russell, S. Dempsey, T. Falls.

RESERVES

WHITTLESEA ............. 3.4, 6.5, 10.7, 16.8 (104) MACLEOD ....................... 1.3, 2.5, 4.9, 6.10 (66) Whittlesea. Goalkickers. C. Prestopino 4, J. Paqge 4, M. Langford 2, M. Brennan 2, B. Avola, T. Parkinson, L. Deards, P. Byrne, B. Robinson, R. Carter. Best: B. Avola, R. Carter, M. Langford, J. Brennan, N. Lacey, C. Prestopino. Team List: J. Prestopino, M. Langford, J. Page, M. Brennan, R. Carter, B. Avola, B. Byrne, T. Parkinson, L. Deards, B. Robinson, N. Lacey, J. Brennan, B. Toll, J. Robinson, N. Fellows, J. Ormerod, B. Burgess, C. Leslie, L. Hughes, J. Tyrrell, J. Tay-

WHITTLESEA V MACLEOD SCOREBOARD

lor, C. Taplin, C. Rowe, J. Eid. Macleod. Goalkickers: J. Condello 2, T. White 2, S. Doherty, P. Peirce. Best: J. Condello, T. White, L. Wanders, S. Lovett, D. Gaylor, S. Doherty. Team List: T. White, J. Conello, S. Doherty, T. Peirce, D. Gaylor, S. Lovett, L. Wanders, B. Smith, T. Newbold, J. Chiminello, P. Capito, J. BRazzele, S. Hills, J. Boland, J. Swainger, D. Kovac, B. Wright, J. Wilding, D. Brandt, A. Woodhams, B. Wilding, R. Scott, R. El-Kahtib, C. Smythe.

UNDER 19

WHITTLESEA .............. 0.1, 1.5, 6.9, 10.12 (72) MACLEOD ...................... 3.4, 3.5, 4.6, 5.9 (39) Whittlesea. Goalkickers: K. Smith 4, L. Coco, D. Smith, L. Tyrrell, T. Bland, B. Caldow, D. Paolino. Best: B. Cladow, K. Smith, D. Tennant, D. Smith, H. Bland, B. Rowan. Team List: K. Smith, D. Smith, B. Caldow, L. Coco, L. Tyrrell, D. Paolino, T. Bland, B. Rowan, H. Bland, D. Tennant, L. Briant, B. Pimperl, C. Fitzgerald, K. Burns, A. Hybinett, C. Tinsley, C. Newport, T. Holmberg, M. Holmberg, B. Watson, L. Webb, B. Goodwin.

Macleod. Goalkickers: L. Plant 2, S. Fraumano, O. Meagher. Best: B. Vella, L. Carpenter, J. Williams, T. Ramsay, J. Corelli, J. Cameron.

Team List: L. Plant, L. Carpenter, S. Fraumano, D. Meagher, J. Cameron, J. Corelli, T. Ramsay, J. Williams, B. Vella, M. McGregor, B. Morgan, O. Potter, T. Weir, S. Latina, B. Plant, B. Grioti, S. Friedrich, J. Gordon, B. Harrington, R. Buzzini, M. Wishart, C. Kantzidis, J. Soumilas, D. Dmitrovic.

SEYMOUR DISTIRCT JUNIOR FOOTBALL NETBALL SCOREBOARD FOOTBALL

■ Under 16. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Broadford 31.15 (201) d Wandong 0.3 (3).

Alexandra v Euroa. St Mary’s 11.4 (70) d Tabilk 6.5 (41). Seymour: Bye. ■ Under 14. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Alexandra v Euroa. St Mary’s 18.4 (112) d Tabilk 2.3 (15). Seymour 8.14 (62) d Yea 3.3 (21). Broadford: Bye. ■ Under 12. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Alexandra v Euroa. Broadford 14.11 (95) d Wandong 0.0 (0). Tabilk 9.8 (62) d St Mary’s 0.5 (5). Yea 8.6 (54) d Seymour 4.2 (26).

NETBALL

■ 15 and Under. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Wandong: Bye. Euroa 53 d Alexandra 36. St Mary’s 45 d Tabilk 27.Yea 34 d Seymour 18.

■ 13 and Under. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Euroa 29 d Alexandra 14. Broadford: Bye. Tabilk 28 d St Marys 4.Yea 12 d Seymour 11.

■ 11 and Under. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Euroa 15 d Alexandra 11. Broadford: Bye. St Mary’s 14 d Tabilk 2. Seymour 5 d Yea 4.

NORTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY SCOREBOARD

■ NFNLWomen’s Division 1. Results. Round 3. Sunday, April 22. Darebin 79 d Diamond Creek Women’s 14. Keilor 155 d Whitehorse 0.

Bendigo 77 d VU Western Spurs 0.

■ NFNLWomen’s Division 2. Results. Round 3. Sunday, April 22. Laurimar 44 d Darebin 33.

South Morang 3.8 (26) d VU Western Spurs 2.7 (19). Montmorency v La Trobe University.

■ NFNLWomen’s Division 3. Results. Round 3. Sunday, April 22. VU Western Spurs 2.3 (15) d Eltham 1.2 (10). La Trobe University 46 d Greensborough 36. Mernda v St Mary’s.

■ Under 18. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Darebin Falcons 4.7 (31) d Laurimar 2.6 (18). Research 5.7 (37) d Whittlesea 0.2 (2).

Montmorency 11.5 (71) d Diamond Creek Women’s 4.5 (29). Eltham v Wallan-Kilmore.

Yarrambat: Bye.

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NORTHERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY SCOREBOARD

■ Under 17. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. South Morang 25.15 (165) d Kilmore-Wallan 2.3 (15). Mill Park 9.9 (47) d Greensborough 10.9 (69). Montmorency 12.14 (86) d West Preston Lakeside 3.9 (27). Mernda v Diamond Creek. Whittlesea 9.3 (57) d Rangers 6.10 (46).

■ Under 16. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Diamond Creek 18.11 (119) d Mernda 0.0 (0). Mill Park 17.17 (119) d Greensborough 9.10 (64). Eltham 12.6 (78) d Research 9.8 (62).

Yarram,bat v Montmorency. Bundoora Park Thunderbolts 10.12 (72) d South Morang 8.12 (60). Laurimar v West Preston-Lakeside.

Kilmore: Bye. ■ Under 16 Girls. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Darebin Falcons v Diamond Creek Womens Blue. Wallan v South Morang. Montmorency 13.9 87) d Boro Bolts 0.0 (0). Hurstbridge v Yarrambat. Eltham 2.3 (15) d Panton Hill 1.5 (11). Kilmore v West Preston-Lakeside.

Northcote v Research. Diamond Creek Womens Red: Bye. ■ Under 15. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Kilmore 21.13 (139) d Hurstbridge 4.1 (25).

Bundoora Park Thunderbolts 13.14 (92) d Diamond Creek 2.9 (21). Laurimar 15.14 (104) d West Preston Lakeside 4.1 (25). Yarrambat 11.4 (70) d South Morang 7.11 (53). Montmorency 17.12 (114) d Research 9.7 (61). Mernda 19.11 (125) d Eltham 8.4 (52). Whittlesea 15.7 (97) d Wallan 8.6 (54). Greensborough 18.17 (125) d Mill Park 6.9 (46).

■ Under 14. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Eltham 11.10 (76) d Mernda 1.2 (8). South Morang Blue 22.8 (140) d Rosanna 2.5 (17).

Whittlesea Gold 9.7 (61) d Laurimar 4.4 (28).

Keon Park 8.16 (64) d Bundoora Park Thunderbolts 4.1 (25). Reservoir 8.8 (56) d Kilmore 5.4 (34). Kinglake 15.14 (104) d Thomastown 0.2 (2). Greensborough 10.6 (66) d Mill Park 6.6 (42). Yarrambat 13.14 (92) d Northcote 4.1 (25).

Wallan 8.8 (56) d Diamond Creek 4.2 (26).

Montmorency 10.8 (68) d West Preston Lakeside 2.7 (19). South Morang Gold 10.11 (71) d Whittlesea Blue 4.4 (28).

■ Under 14 Girls. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Wallan 40 d Diamond Creek Womens Red 0.0 (0). Green Searchers 5.18 (48) d South Morang 3.3 (21). Bundoora Park Thunderbolts v Montmorency White. Montmorency Black 14.12 (96) d Darebin Falcons 1.0 (6). Laurimar 4.6 (30) d Whittlesea 2.2 (14). Diamond Creek Womens Blue 12.15 (87) d Eltham Black 1.3 (9). Kilmore 11.7 (73) d Northcote 1.4 (10).

Yarrambat 11.22 (8) d Eltham Red 1.2 (8).

■ Under 13. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Whittlesea 6.4 (40) d Eltham Red 2.0 (12).

Greensborough 8.6 (54) d Kilmore 0.2 (2).

Wallan 10.10 (70) d Lalor 1.5 (11). South Morang Blue 11.6 (72) d Eltham Black 1.5 (11). South Morang Gold 6.11 (47) d Panton Hill 3.2 (20).

Laurimar Green 6.3 (39) d Montmorency 5.6 (36). Epping 9.6 (60) d Northcote 7.3 (45).

Mernda 15.10 (100) d Fitzroy Stars 0.0 (0).

Yarrambat 6.10 (58) d Mill Park 3.1 (19).

Hurstbridge 5.2 (32) d West Preston Lakeside 3.3 (21). Research 3.4 (22) drew with Diamond Creek 3.4 (22).

■ Under 13. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Kilmore 4.7 (31) d Mill Park 3.3 (21).

Greensborough 13.14 (92) d Thomastown 0.1 (1). Northcote Gold 7.4 (46) d Research 5.5 (35).

Laurimar Blue 10.3 (63) d Yarrambat 5.5 (35).

Bundoora Park Thunderbolts 9.5 (59) d Hurstbridge 2.5 (17). Montmorency White 2.14 (26) d Keon Park 0.0 (0). Kinglake 8.6 (54) d Laurimar Green 7.4 (46). Montmorency Black 9.13 (67) d Eltham Black 1.1 (7). Northcote Blue 7.7 (49) d Eltham Red 2.6 (18). Epping 9.9 (63) d Whittlesea 1.2 (8). Diamond Creek 5.9 (39) d South Morang 2.2 (14). West Preston Lakeside 16.15 (111) d Wallan 0.0 (0). Mernda 10.9 (69) d West Ivanhoe Roosters 1.3 (9).

■ Under 12. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Hurstbridge 1.0 (6) d Laurimar 0.0 (0). Diamond Creek Women’s 12.5 (77) d Eltham 2.3 (16). Whittlesea 5.6 (36) d Yarrambat 1.3 (9).

Research 5.6 (36) d Montmorency 0.3 (3).

Northcote 7.6 (48) d Wallan 3.7 (25). South Morang 2.3 (15) d Darebin Falcons 0.0 (0).

■ Under 11. Results. Round 2. Sunday, April 22. Eltham Black 5.9 (39) d Research 3.2 (20).

Reservoir 9.12 (66) d Bundoora Park Thunderbolts 5.1 (31). Eltham Panthers 6.7 (43) d Wallan White 2.6 (18). Laurimar 6.6 (42) d South Morang 4.2 (26). Montmorency White d Mernda Red. Montmorency Black 6.7 (43) d Whittlesea 5.3 (33). Yarrambat 3.5 (23) d Mernda Blue 2.3 (15). Eltham Red 5.5 (35) d Northcote 3.2 (20).

Epping 4.2 (26) d Diamond Creek 3.1 (19). Mill Park 6.4 (40) d West Preston Lakeside 4.6 (30).

West Ivanhoe Roosters v Fitzroy Stars. Kilmore 7.5 (47) d Wallan Black 1.3 (9).

YEA UNDER 16 GIRLS FOOTBALL FIXTURE ■ Yea Under 16 Girls’ Football team had a bye for Round 2 (Sunday, April 22).

Round 3 (Sunday, April 29) sees the following matches: Seville v Worawa, Belgrave v Yea, Healesville v Yarra Glen. Upwey-Tecoma has the bye.

YEA FOOTBALL CLUB REPORT SENIORS Alexandra 9.7 (61) defeated by Yea 14.15 (99) It was a massive build up to round one and Yea delivered on a pre-season of expectation, knocking off Alexandra on the road by 38 points in warm conditions despite a strong start by the home side.

The Rebels made the early running and registered five early scoring shots, including two majors, before the Tigers got on the board through recruit Sean Bamblett, following up with three goals in the back half of the term to lead by a point at the first break.

For the next two quarters, the visitors took complete control, constantly driving the ball forward and despite some errant kicking for goal, locking the ball inside the front half of the ground through pressure and maintaining defensive structure.

During this period, Yea piled on 6.13 to just two behinds, and should have been further ahead than the three-quarter time margin of 50 points, which shrunk quickly after Alexandra booted the first three of the final term.

However, a clutch major from the forward pocket by Michael Pitman snuffed out the Rebel's fightback and restored the ascendancy, with the Tigers adding three more to take final deficit beyond six goals.

It was an even performance from the Tigers with contributors on every line; Chris Graham presented well to finish with 3.2, Dan O'Dwyer (one goal) was strong in the air across half back and Riley Aldous had cameos all over the ground, slotting two majors and tackling hard.

Adrian McCarthy was consistent in the midfield and Bamblett's two first quarter goals were invaluable, while Lachie Beattie and Pitman worked tirelessly on their respective wings.

While there are plenty of things to work on, it was a solid first up effort, and the Tigers will be pleased to come away with the four points and no injury concerns.

Yea will host Thornton-Eildon in their first home game of the season on Saturday.

Alexandra. Goalkickers: B. Norris 4, J. Brereton 2, L. Ragg, S. Steiner, M. Steiner. Best Players: J. Brereton, B. Norris, N. Waugh, M. Steiner, L. Ragg, B. Cooper Yea. Goalkickers: C. Graham 3, R. Aldous 2, M. Pitman 2, S. Bamblett 2, H. Jarvie, R. Timmins, D. O'Dwyer, J. Carroll, L. Beattie.

Best Players: S. Bamblett , R. Aldous, C. Graham, D. O'Dwyer, M. Pitman, A. McSpeerin.

YEA FOOTBALL CLUB REPORT RESERVES Alexandra 5.6 (36) defeated by Yea 14.6 (90) Yea got their season off to the perfect start on the weekend, easily accounting for Alexandra by 44 points thanks to a blistering first half and a great blend of youth and experience.

The Tigers shot out of the blocks, with Andrew Butterworth slotting the first two goals of the match after marking strongly on the lead, taking a 19-point buffer into quarter time.

The second term was nothing short of brilliant, with the visitors slamming on seven goals to one thanks to some dominance through the midfield and establishing a near-unassailable 55point advantage at half time.

By the last change, Yea had extended their lead to beyond 11 goals and cruised to victory, failing to register a major in the final time as the hosts booted a couple late.

Ferg McKenzie (two goals) and Sean Connell, both playing their first games back at the club in years, ran riot through the middle of the ground, taking advantage of Brad Clements’ dominant performance in the ruck.

Andrew Butterworth finished with four goals in a new role up forward, Dylan Jannke offered some great drive out of defence and Jaryed Garlick found plenty of the football on the wing, while Trent McMahon (three goals) was dangerous in attack.

The Tigers will be full of confidence when they take on Thornton-Eildon at home this week.

Alexandra. Golkickers: R. Marsh 2, J. Hamill, A. Westworth, T. Halligan. Best Players: A. Westworth, B. Woollard, W. Ingram, T. Halligan, L. Platt, J. Kidd Yea. Goalkickers: A. Butterworth 4, T. McMahon 3, K. McKenzie 2, B. Wilsmore 2, B. Broadway, B. Middleton, R. Sargeant. Best Players: B. Clements, K. McKenzie, D. Jannke, S. Connell, A. Butterworth, J. Garlick.

- Patrick Evans

YEA JUNIOR NETBALL REPORT 15 AND UNDER

■ Q1. Abby (GA) started the game well with the first goal of the quarter. Sarah (GK) and Jordyn (GD) workedwell together to keep Seymour from getting goals but some happen to sneak in. Shanae (WD) jumped high with great intercepts. Over all pretty good quarter for Yea. Yea 7 - Seymour 8.

Q2. Maggie (C) workedwell with Abby (GA) and Olivia (GS). Zahlie (GD) found space and delivering down to Yea's goal end. Yea 15 Seymour 10 .

Q3. The pace of game settled slightly, some simple mistakes were being made however Yea managed to move the ball effectively. Many intercepts were made by the girls and great pressure applied to their opponents. Yea 24 - Seymour 13 Q4. In the last quarter Zahlie (C) was doing a great job feeding the ball through the court. Sarah (WD) worked hard in her defensive role, getting plenty of intercepts.

Final score: Yea 34 def Seymour 16 Awards: Your Wardrobe - Sarah Garlick, Country Club - Jordyn Beattie, Tiger Bucks Maggie McSpeerin.

- Grace Cunningham

13 AND UNDER

■ Q1: Millie in centre passed the ball well, Maddie got the first goal. Tillie and Zoee in Seymour goals worked well in defence. Millie worked well against her much taller opponent.

Lauren and Haylee passed the ball well in the centre. Bridie scored a great long goal to finish the quarter with a one goal lead.

Yea 4, Seymour 3 Q2: Yea girls quickly got the ball up to their

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end and scored the first goal. Yea girls worked well together. Both teams ran well and were working up a sweat. Ashley came on for Zoee halfway through the quarter after an injury scare and fitted right in. Tilley and Ashley defended well in Seymour's goals. Seymour fought back well and at half-time led by a goal.

Yea 6, Seymour 7 Q3: Both teams came out fast. Seymour got the first goal. Haylee was rested this quarter with Ashley taking her place. Bridie scored a great goal, then Maddie got another quick goal. Great defending from Zoee and Tilly and the quarter ended with the scores even.

Yea 8, Seymour 8 Q4: Girls from both teams were getting a bit weary due to the Autumn heat. Millie went off from the centre and Ashley was back in with fresh legs. Maddie scored the first two goals followed by a third shortly after. Tilley and Lauren passed the ball well out of Seymour's goals. Zoee was quick to get the ball down to the Yea goals. The Yea girls determination to win saw them finishing an exciting game one goal ahead .

Final score was Yea 12, Seymour 11 - Kay Granter

11 AND UNDER

■ Q1. What a great sunny morning for netball.

Bridie Mc in as GS and Ashley GA saw plenty of the ball. Chloe in C was covering the court effectively and Sienna in WA had fast feet and was everywhere. Bonnie was kept busy in WD. Yea 0, Seymour 1.

Q2. The second quarter saw a few changes, Finn workedwell in C, Chloe scored Yea’s first goal in GA, Bridie K in GK and Annie into GD were playing well. Molly in WD had some lovely passes. Game movement was fast and evenly matched. Yea 2, Seymour 2.

Q3. Scores were level going into third quarter. Ada in GK was playing nicely and Bella in GA unlucky to miss a goal that circled the ring at least three times, however our girls were doing all the right things even if the scoreboard didn't say so. Yea 2, Seymour 3 Q4. Coach Cindy asked for lots of defence in the last quarter. The game still had great pace and it became a game of goal for goal. Unfortunately, Seymour won a very even battle. Well played both teams.

Final score: Yea 4 def by Seymour 5 Awards: Tigers bucks - Annie Dignam. Your Wardrobe - Sienna Holdsworth-Rose . Country Club - Chloe Butterworth.

- Nicole Hahnenfeldt

YEA NETBALL REPORT A-GRADE

■ Yea started off their 2018 campaign in fine form, demolishing a young Alexandra side.

Yea were never headed, racing away to a 245 goal first quarter, then following on with 25, 22 and 24 goals in the following three quarters.

Despite the ball being in Yea’s forward end for the bulk of the game, Yea's defence stood strong when Alexandra moved the ball into attack, intercepting numerous incoming balls to propel Yea back into attack.

The ball movement of the Tigers was fast and precise and a delight to watch.

Head coach Mel Martinov was strong in goals, shooting 17 goals in every quarter to amass 68 for the game.

Fellow newcomers Sam Coppinger and Kath Duncan were both fantastic in the midcourt and defence.

Great start Tigers.

Yea 95 def Alexandra 26 Goals: M. Martinov 68, R. Hickey 27 Best: M. Martinov, S. Coppinger, K. Duncan

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■ Yea began their premiership defence with six premiership players in the line-up, with the bonus additions of Meg Sundblom, Sophie Watts and Sarah Armstrong.

Yea made a great start bolting to a 9-0 lead, the Rebels mounting challenges throughout the first half but that handy start kept Yea comfortably in the lead, extended to 18 by half-time.

Alex won the the third quarter but couldn't make any headway into the lead after that with the Tigers running out 27-goal winners after a solid last quarter.

Meg was brilliant in GS, providing an amazing target, slotting 52 goals for the game.

Cindy, Lauren and Sarah were on top in defence all day and the mid court girls moved the ball beautifully all game. Well done Tigers.

Yea 69 def Alexandra 42 Goals: M. Sundblom 52, C. Hayes 16, R. Bell 1.

Best: M. Sundblom, C. Newcomen, C. Hayes.

C-GRADE

■ Unfortunately it wasn't the start to the season the C-Grade girls would have liked.

With three players out it was a big ask on Kate Broadway and Sarah Lobley to step up after having played a full game in D in the warm conditions, but both players did a great job and slotted into the team well.

The first quarter saw Alexandra double Yea’s score and it was catchup netball from then on.

Fresh legs each quarter and the ability to convert on the Tigers’ mistakes meant the Rebels were the victors on the day by nine.

Although it wasn't the outcome the girls would have liked there were positives to take from the game including the fantastic debut games of Maggie McSpeerin in goals and the midcourt and Elly Hendrie rock solid in defence.

The next time the two teams come up against each other it will be a very different affair.

Alexandra 36 def Yea 25 Goals: F. Purvis 12, M. McSpeerin 4, S. Lobley 8.

Best: Jordan Watts, M. McSpeerin, E. Hendrie.

D-GRADE

■ The first game of the day and the season on Alexandra's new netball courts was a nervous affair by both teams.

But it was Yea that settled first and the debut girls who have come up from juniors (Teagan Britton, Ebony Edge, Caitlan Broderick and Hannah Broderick) played beyond their years.

Having Stacey Murray return after having a baby had a settling impact in the attacking end.

The always reliable Sarah Lobley (who normally dominates the defence end) was given the chance to expose her impressive goaling ability this week with Hannah Broderick.

The defence duo of Jill Hargreaves and Teagan Britton worked hard and got lots of turn overs and solid performances by midcourts Caitlan Broderick, Kate Broadway and Tess Walton meant the Tigers had the opportunities.

The third quarter did test the Tigers with the Rebels winning the quarter by three but with a few changes and positive words from Coach Martinov the girls regrouped and came away the victors by five.

Yea 25 def Alexandra 20 Goals: S Lobley 15, H Broderick 8, S Murray 2. Best: T Britton, C Broderick, S Lobley - Cindy Hayes and Deb Schickerling

YEA JUNIOR FOOTBALL REPORT UNDER 10

■ What a glorious day for footy in Yea: 28 little Tigers took the field all eager to put into place

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training tips they got from Tim and Darren on Friday night. There was great improvement in handballing, tackling and control of the footy when kicking.

In attack each Yea player was looking for team mates who were making strong leads to get away from their players and in defence the defenders had to work had to stick to the Lions and keeping in zones.

Thank you to all game day helpers, a special mention to Tobias Philpott (U14s player) for stepping up and offering to be a regular umpire 'Top Effort'!

Next weekend sees us hitting the road to Wandong.

Awards: Country Club award – Max McAlpin, Royal Mail Hotel award – Sienna Porter, and Tiger Bucks – Emeli Brunt, Shaniah Klinge - Liz Bastion

Awards: Bundalaguah Engineering award Nathan Stewart, Hadfield Contractors award Hayden Gilmore, Alexandra Tyrepower award - Willem Woolford, RPT Plastering award - Jake Keath, DMK Taxation award - Tom Rouget, Alexandra Apparel award - Fletcher McCarthy.

UNDER 12

■ The Tigers hosted the Seymour Lions for Round 2 with the visitors pleasantly surprised

by Yea’s sunshine.

After a slow start in the first quarter, Yea worked well together to kick four unanswered goals in the second quarter.

Continuing with their half-time lead, the Tigers shone through to the end bringing home a win by 28 points. Great team effort boys.

Final Scores: Yea 8.6 (54) def. Seymour 4.2 (26) Goalkickers:Sam Charles, Josh Porter, Riley Frankcombe, Sam Gregory, Angus Antrobus Awards: Country Club award – Cooper Holdsworth-Rose, Royal Mail Hotel award – Riley Frankcombe, and Tiger Bucks – Sam Gregory.

- Sam Porter

UNDER 14

■ After the loss to Broadford last week the Under 14s played with more force and drive but unfortunately the scoreboard didn't represent how much improvement was made.

The third and fourth quarters were the Tigers’ best with five scoring opportunties in the third to Seymour’s four. This group is growing each week and shouldn't be underestimated in the future.

Final Scores: Yea 3.4 (54) def by. Seymour 8.14 (62) Goalkickers: Rhys Harding, Jack Harrison, Hayden Marks Awards: Country Club - Tobias Philpot, Royal Mail- Jack Harrison, Tiger bucks - Tyson Garlick, Coach award - Hayden Marks - Dean Clue

ALEXANDRA FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB REPORT SATURDAY

■ The AFL Yarra Ranges League Round 1 start of the 2018 season had finally arrived and the Alexandra Football-Netball Club hosted Yea for two games of football and four games of netball and also hosted Upwey-Tecoma for an Under 18s game of football.

UNDER 18

A good crowd was in attendance to enjoy the sunshine as the Rebels were excited to field an Under 18s team for the first time since 2012 but that excitement was short lived as the players chased their Upwey opponents who kicked six unanswered goals in the first quarter.

The visitors kicked another five goals in the second quarter but the Rebels got on the scoreboard with two goals as they adjusted to the pace of the game.

The Rebels team is predominantly young players out of last year's Under 16s and they will continue to improve as the season goes on, everyone making a contest in the second half

RESERVES

The Reserves team had a number of new players who had not played together and started the game against Yea a bit under-done.

Yea started the game better and led by 19 points at the first change and surged ahead in the second quarter with seven goals to one to take control of the game.

Alex was much better after half time as the defense held the Tigers to only three goals whilst kicking three themselves but it still left a big margin, 5.6 (36) to 14.6 (90).

Best players included former Kinglake playerAaron Westworth, Ben Woollard, returning after a break overseas, Will Ingram (2 goals), Lachlan Platt son of former 300 game player Kim, Tom Halligan whilst Corey Jack still leads the way.

James Kidd, making a return, also used his experience and Aaron Daly was also back in Alex colours for the first time since 2010.

Awards: Caltex $25 fuel card - Aaron Westworth, Alex Sportspower $20 award - Ben Woollard, Grant St Grocer $20 meal - Will Ingram, Corner Hotel $20 meal - Tom Halligan, Corner Hotel 5 pots - James Kidd.

SENIORS

The Seniors ran out in warm sunny conditions led by Daniel Roper and Matthew Steiner who were both celebrating their 100-game milestones.

Alexandra included Brandan Kapakoulakis who recently signed, but it was missing the injured Jack Goonan, whilst Yea had reportedly recruited well.

Alexandra began the main game well with an early goal to Jacob Brereton who marked strongly and attacked to the hill end again where Matt Steiner also was on line.

Yea replied with their first goal as tempers flared, Alex winning the clearances through Steve Steiner and Ben Cooper and a third goal resulted to Brayden Norris.

Yea then took control of the game and finished the quarter with a further three goals.

Alex held Yea out for the first half of the quarter but the Tigers kicked the only goals of the second quarter to have a handy 2-point lead at the main change.

The third quarter followed a similar pattern with Alexandra unable to penetrate the Yea defence whilst Yea was well on top all over the ground.

The Alex defenders were under constant pressure and did well to hold Yea to two goals but Alexandra's inability to kick goals left them in a dire position at the last change trailing by 50 points.

Alexandra added some respectability to the scoreboard early in the last quarter with goals to Norris (3), Brereton and Steve Steiner to get to within three goals at one stage.

Yea steadied and sealed the game with consecutive goals despite a good mark and goal to Lee Ragg late in the quarter.

Alex won the last quarter probably due to the drop off in intensity but hopefully to a lift in skills particularly up forward from the home side, Alex 9.7 (61) to Yea 14.15 (99).

Best players included Jacob Brereton, Brayden Norris, Matt Steiner, Conor Heaslip, Nick Waugh and Ben Cooper.

Alexandra have had an interrupted pre-season with only one practice match and some players not up to full fitness as yet.

Awards: Alex Standard $50 fuel card - Jacob Brereton, Grant St Grocer $20 meal - Brayden Norris, Corner Hotel $20 meal - Nick Waugh, Corner Hotel 5 pots - Matthew Steiner.

The gate raffle was won by Brian Jones and the points margin was 38 and won by Graeme Coombs.

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A-Grade lost 26 - 95: Corner Hotel $20 meal - Lauren Steyger, Grant St Grocer $20 Meal Chelsea Skerritt; B-Grade lost 42 - 69: Corner Hotel $20 meal - Rebecca Wallis, Grant St Grocer $20 meal Loren Hedger; C-Grade won 36 - 25: Corner Hotel $20 meal - Mandy Gesler, Essence Coffee Lounge $10 meal - Michelle Jack; D-Grade lost 20 - 25: Corner Hotel $20 meal - Jess Gorman, Essence Coffee Lounge $10 meal - Sarah Haggis.

CLUB NOTES

Last Thursday's Rebel Raffles were sponsored by Holmesglen @ Eildon and Mt. Pleasant Hotel, Reddrops Foodworks / Houseboat Sales Lake Eildon, Eildon Bakery / Outdoor Education Group, Alexandra Quality Meats / AFNC canteen, Yea Chinese Restaurant / Bailey Funerals and were won by Toni Carter, Andy Daly, Scott Whitehead, Nathan Dundas and Dawn Jack.

The Holmesglen @ Eildon Jackpot did not go off and will be worth $300 this week so come along and buy some tickets at $1 each but you need to be at the Club rooms at 8pm for the draw.

Do not forget to order your Club merchandise - polo shirts, warm up shirts @ $40, hoodies, vests @ $70, Club stubby holders @ $7, travel mugs @ $15, peaked caps and beanies @ $25, bumper stickers are free.

The Alexandra History Book is also in stock, available at the Alexandra Newsagents @ $25.

Thursday night dinners have two sittings, for juniors and then seniors after their respective training with main course and sweets - adults $15 and kids $10, everyone is welcome.

This coming Saturday we travel to Yarra Glen for two games of football and four games of netball as part of the Pride Cup celebrations.

The Under 18s travel to Gembrook Cockatoo for their match and the awards are back at the Mt Pleasant Hotel.

After the Yea games, in the social rooms the Alexandra Football-Netball Club, as a commemoration of ANZAC Day, unveiled a near 49year-old photo of two Alexandra 20-year-old young men catching a train on their way to Puckapunyal to do their National Service.

Having been conscripted, these two William St boys, Bill Thompson and the late Phillip Dundas, both eventually went and did a tour of duty in Vietnam.

Both played junior football under coach Harry Dundas (Snr) and played senior football with the Rebels before and after Vietnam.

Many of Bill and Phillip's former team mates were in attendance in the clubrooms after the game including Terry Rodgers who coached the two boys from 1965-68.

Others included John Cameron, Colin Long, Murray andAlan Parsons, Darrell Hedger,Alec Rowan, Norm Stace, Ken Argent, Ian Shelton and John Murphy from Shepparton together with many members of the Dundas family in attendance.

The large crowd in the rooms were most respectful during the introduction and as Bill Thompson and Phillip Dundas's sons Travis and Ryan responded and thanked the Club for the recognition.

SUNDAY

■ The Alexandra Football-Netball Club junior teams returned to Rebel Park last Sunday for Round 2 of the SDJFNL season and hosted Euroa with a large crowd enjoying a warm, sunny day.

UNDER 12S FOOTBALL Alexandra 0.1 (1) defeated by Euroa 16.7 (103) Essence Coffee Lounge award Ryan Sproles; Reddrops Foodworks award Tommy Meggitt; Alexandra Bakery and Café award Luke Wal; Provender Country Bakehouse award Mitchell Coutts; Goulburn River Trout

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award, Drew Coller; Hadfield Contractors award, Will Wright; Coach's award, Charlie Twitchett.

UNDER 14s FOOTBALL Alexandra 1.0 (6) defeated by Euroa 21.16 - (142) Essence Coffee Lounge award, Jai AlfonsoHine; Reddrops Foodworks award, Ethan Russell; Alexandra Bakery and Café award, Coby Scott; Provender Country Bakehouse award, Anthony Lee; Armstrong Family award, Liam Sproles; Coach's award .

UNDER 16s FOOTBALL Alexandra 4.3 (27) defeated by Euroa 19.26 (140) Essence Coffee Lounge award, Jimmy Matcham; Reddrops Foodworks award, Lachlan Jeffery; Alexandra Bakery and Café award, Ryan Mortley; Provender Country Bakehouse award, James Geldart; Parsons Family award, Brad Waixel; Bundalaguah Engineering award, Cameron Smith; Smith Family award, Declan Allen; Coach's award, James Southam.

UNDER 11s NETBALL Alexandra 11 defeated by Euroa 15 Reddrops Foodworks award, Felicity Conway; Alexandra Bakery and Café award, Darcy Kidd; Alexandra Quality Meats award, Daisy Sheehan.

UNDER 13s NETBALL Alexandra 14 defeated by Euroa 29 Reddrops Foodworks award, Taylah Dean; Alexandra Bakery and Café award, Mikaela Krijt; Alexandra Physiotherapy award, Jordan Woehl.

UNDER 15s NETBALL Alexandra 36 defeated by Euroa 53 Reddrops Foodworks award, Tayla Arnett; Alexandra Bakery and Café award, Jess Webber-Lally; Goulburn River Trout award, Riley Thomas.

A very big thank you to the above award sponsors for their continued support of our junior footballers and netballers in 2018.

Next Sunday we travel to Avenel to take on Tabilk in four games of football and three games of netball so we look forward to a big day of junior sport.

The following weekend we travel to Kings Park in Seymour to take on St Marys.

If anyone can assist with the canteen on home games during the season please speak to Ros Smith to go on the roster. Also junior dinners are available in the Club rooms straight after training each Thursday.

- Ray Steyger

THORNTON-EILDON FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB REPORT

■ It’s hard to put a positive spin on a 105-point loss against Kinglake last Saturday but it was not all bad news for the first hit out for the boners at home.

After almost closing its doors again the Boners showed some strong numbers fielding two full sides for the first time in a long time.

With 12 of the 21 players in the senior side new to the starting line-up and lack of practice matches it was always going to take time for the lads to jell as a team. The Boners came out and had their fair share of the ball in the first 10-15 minutes but couldn't capitalise on their opportunities and slotting several goals to win the second quarter and come in with some wind under their sails into half time. The Boners continued to run it out showing a lot of heart in the second half but a lack of match fitness and some bad decision making which will go out of their game as the matches go on the Lakers team worked to prove too strong for the Boners seniors line up this time. With several seniors line up due to return to the mix in the next few weeks the Boners line up is sure to be bolstered with some talent and once these 21 jell it will be interesting to see what they can produce.

THORNTON-EILDON FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB REPORT NETBALL The start of the season for 2018 against Kinglake on their home turf was always going to be a hard day in the office.

With the loss of top end skilled players at the ending of 2017 season, and troubles securing new coach early on it was indeed a tricky time for the club.

With the signing of senior coach Sandra Kimmel, brings a wealth of knowledge which of course takes some time to shape the new Shinboners’ sides.

Well done to Jess Slapp and Brodie Tyack for stepping up in 2018, with a hell of a lot of heart and courage to get the netball show on the road.

Although the league required the club to submit A and B-Grade sides, we presented and represented the courageous girls against a well drilled Kinglake top-end sides giving the day a good crack.

Despite having a difficult day on the scoreboard, the warm weather and lack of experience as a team the girls were determined to enjoy their games and take the small wins as huge positives going forwards.

Given the current calibre of the teams forced to play well above in upper grades it is quite clear Kinglake were way too strong. This won't dampen the spirits of the girls.

A-Grade 14 def by Kinglake 91.

B-Grade 9 def by Kinglake 98.

Best on court went to Heather Mason (AGrade) and Maggie Rigby (B-Grade).

Well done to all the girls for the stellar efforts this week. Sandra would like to add she is extreamly proud of all the girls’ efforts by not giving up.

Seeing all the girls in a game situation highlights what needs to be worked on going forwards.

"Onwards and upwards" says Sandra, as she is looking forwards to assisting the girls building their skills and netball knowledge during the season.

WOMEN’S SIDE

The Thornton-Eildon Women's footy side took the field for the first time.

Historically what a moment, the Shinboners Women's footy team stepped out Sunday late afternoon in Blackburn for their first ever official game with passion, in good spirits and determination to keep building on improving and growing as a team.

With our number one guys Dave Stirling and Allan Dunlop coaching, we worked vigorously and grew with confidence as the game went on.

Stepping out of the change rooms in the old blue and white, plus a touch of pink it was a huge honour and moment in time lead by team captain Tash onto the ground for the first time.

Blackburn was quick to start, bagging a few quick goals but the Thornton girls defended really well putting into play the team rules and adding great pressure onto the opposition.

The Thornton girls worked hard the first half, and banded together as a team with settled nerves heading into the second half of the game.

The second half started to see the future shape of these girls brand of footy, with quick handballs, strong marks and driving the ball forwards.

The back line worked hard and the girls managed to keep the opposition kicking only three goals in the second half.

Be proud girls, what a day. The progression of this team's skills and ability each week is truly outstanding.

What a moment when the team scored its first goal in an official game and the on field support banding together are true solid building blocks for the future.

Many thanks to all our on and off field supporters for the encouragement.

CLUB NOTES

Well done must go to every single person who shapes the Thornton Eildon Football and Netball Club.

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EAST CENTRAL DISTRICT RIFLE ASSOCIATION REPORT

Having had a hard time on the scoreboards all round this weekend, but nothing can take away from that Thornton spirit and just how resilient this club really is.

Thank you to all club members for filling the rooms for jumper presentation night last Thursday.

Next round, will see Thornton travelling to Yea to take on the Tigers. All new players and friends to our club are truly welcomed with training Tuesday and Thursday nights down at Thornton.

Get behind our club, great things will build and grow well into the future.

- Melanie Gourlay

dent with top shooting for almost a century. How did our ECDRA shooters fare? To say the least they put on a brilliant performance in the Syme with David Wallace First in F Class Standard B grade, with a score of 333.20, Graeme Kerr First in F class Target Rifle with a score of 350.20, Marty Kelly Third in F Class Target Rifle with a score of 339.22 and Terry Gee eighth in F Class Open with a score of 344.13.

With these results the Pavey winners are no secret. In F class Standard B grade David Wallace first place with 790.44. In F class Target Rifle First Graeme Kerr with 809.53 and second place filled by Marty Kelly with 809.52.

In F class Open Terry Gee in sixth place with 808.43. Bob Irving dropped in for a couple of days of the Queen’s “for the experience” as he is a new shooter he has had limited experience of the long grind of a five-day event where by the physical and psychological stress and effort required is quite significant and usually takes some time to develop the sills necessary to contest such long shoots.

It is fantastic that of the ECDRA shooters Graeme Kerr is the only one with extensive experience the others have been outstanding students of the sport.

The ECDRA’s electronic target system has ensured that new shooters get the full benefit of the experience of others and Graeme Kerr gives the target system significant credit for the performance of the ECDRA contingent.

What a hit, but it is back to business next Saturday with the first round of the short range 500 and 600 yard pennants the Parker Cup for off rifle competition and the McAuliffe Shield for the handicap competition.

New shooters are most welcome to drop in and see the ECDRA team in action, there may be some time for new shooters too have a shot but priority will be given to the pennant competitors.

2018 marks the first time that the pennant will be shot on all electronic targets, another first for this developing club.

- Rob Chaffe

EAST CENTRAL DISTRICT RIFLE ASSOCIATION REPORT ■ David Wallace, one of the five man contingent of from the East Central District Rifle Association that took on the challenge of the Victorian Queen’s prize shoot for 2018 was completed last Sunday on the Wellsford range at Bendigo.

David won the Queen’s Prize for F Class Standard B grade.

The three-day shoot was held under almost ideal conditions with the usual Bendigo weather that pushes and pulls the projectiles requiring the shooters to apply intense concentration to keep their shots in the maximum scoring zone.

David, who was quite insistent that he is a “Glenburn” man, said that as this was his first Queen’s prize he vacuumed up every bit of knowledge he could find to try and get an edge on his opponents.

This really became an issue as his main rivals were to shoot before him at the last range, the 1000 yards! One shooter posted a 59 out of 60 and it looked like the race was run.

David decided that this was the time to use all that information he had collected and his first shots were spot on as he very carefully adjusted to the weather changes shown by the mirage.

Head down and David finished with a 58 to finish with a total score of 457.24.

The wait was on for the final score to be tallied and double checked and yes, it was correct David Wallace was the Victorian Queen’s prize winner for 2018 in F class Standard B Grade.

David was afforded a place alongside all the class winners as the Target Rifle Class Queen’s Prize winner was chaired to the presentation area accompanied by bagpipes brought to the occasion by a piper in full dress.

In the back ground the rest of the ECDRA representatives had big smiles as Marty Kelly had taken third place in the Queens F class Target Rifle with 463.30 and Graeme Kerr with 459.33 in fourth place.

Terry Gee in the F Class Open Class took eighth place with 464.30. Terry’s place is quite special as he was forced to give up shooting for the past two years due to a very serious back injury.

Terry has only been back shooting for the past two months, a fantastic effort. The Queen’s prize is one that is held in very high esteem as it marks the pinnacle of success as a precision target rifle shooter.

As a run up to the Queen’s prize is the David Syme, known simply as the Syme, and many country and interstate shooters use this shoot both as a warm up for the Queen's and a chance to renew old friendships.

This social side of the sport is regarded by many as the best part yet the competition in the Syme is just as intense because it then allows the Queen's prize shooters to be in the running for the Perc Pavey Grand Championship.

The Pavey involves 60 precision shots over five days shot over distances from 300 to 1000 yards and is a prize that is very hotly contested as Perc Pavey is a name that has been coinci-

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Yea Football and Netball at Rebel Park, Alexandra Photos: Rob Clements

● Nathan Beattie pours on the pace for Yea

● Michael Pittman caught by Alexandra players as the ball is driven forward. Inset: Cam Evans.

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