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GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL 64 HIGH STREET, YEA. PHONE 5797 2513

Craig and Mary purchased the Grand Central Hotel in order to bring back the pub to its true country essence - quality food, friendly service and welcoming atmosphere.

They have transformed the old drive-in bottle shop to Mumma Molly’s Cafe which is all about home style cooking

MUSIC AT THE MIDDLE We are having Live Music return to the Middle Pub. We have already got these dates booked in:

Mumma Molly’s Cafe The Bistro offers great food at affordable prices, especially if you take advantage of the weekly special nights.

Sunday Dec. 16: Open Mic. Sunday Dec. 23: Laucius Smith Guitar Duo New Years Eve: Stoked Full Band

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Local News

Pharmacy prize goes to Children’s Centre Only one more Local Paper until Christmas.

Don’t miss an advertising opportunity. Phone 5797 2656.

■ Yea Pharmacy has been named as the Victorian winner of the annual Chemists' Own ‘Help Us Help Our Local Community’ campaign.

The Pharmacy staff presented a $1000 voucher, donated by Chemists' Own, to the Pharmacy chosen beneficiary, Yea and District Children's Centre.

More than 300 pharmacies nationwide participated between August and December to raise ● Leanne Jonson, Manager Yea and District Children Centre with Yea Pharmacy owner David Ngo. Photo: Contributed money for their chosen early learning and education centres.

This was in-store donation boxes and sales of the Chemists' Own children's range of products.

One winner from each state was awarded a $1000 voucher prize to present to their chosen centres, based on their promotion and in-pharmacy activities.

Yea Pharmacy supported Yea Preschool throughout the campaign period with their advocation and winning efforts recognised rom their bright & colourful window display.

This display was filled with more than 50 coloured pages from the little artists at the preschool, showing off their creative skills to the community.

The collaboration has sparked remarkable recognition from the Yea community which backed the pharmacy during the campaign period.

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Rotary recognition ■ Rotary Club of Alexandra’s students’ award night. was held on Wednesday (Dec. 5).

The awards recognise citizenship and involvement in the student’s community.

There was one from each of Alexandra, Buxton, Eildon, Marysville , St. Mary’s Year Six primary school students, and Alexandra Secondary College Year 12.

The awardees for 2018 all were outstanding young people who have demonstrated commitment to themselves and their community.

The citations read out by each school’s teacher representative told of young people who are leaders and in their own way being outstanding citizens, prepared to go the extra bit to make sure a task is well done and ensure effective involvement of all.

All awardees demonstrated an ability to deal with adversity in a positive and practical way.

The local community can be proud of our young people and this group of leaders show us that the future is in good hands.

More than 80 Rotarians, special student guests, their family and friends gathered at the Alexandra Golf Club to celebrate the achievements of these young students and be part of the awards night.

The primary school awardees were: From Alexandra, Hattie Langley; Buxton, Mack Fitzpatrick; Eildon, Jessica Newman; Marysville, Matthew Thompson and St Mary’s, Tyler Richards.

The Alexandra Secondary College Citizens of 2018 were Maya Lineham and Oscar Vinycomb Rotary Club of Alexandra ’s President Malinda Jackson congratulated all the students in their outstanding achievements as citizens of our community and wished the primary students best wishes for a successful secondary education. Malinda specifically congratulated Maya and Oscar for their leadership in the community during a time in their lives where young people face many challenges.

KELLOCK FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN WE CARE 2018-2020 FUND REACHES $ 189,000 The Mail-Out has reached all corners of Alexandra and District. You have one, we are sure you did not throw it out. Or did you? On the envelope was a printed message: KELLOCK LODGE IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please open it, read the Open Letter and the Leaflet, which explains the background to the Appeal and the conflict with the Diocese of Wangaratta.

This will give you the opportunity to read the information, look at the Table headed WE NEED YOUR HELP TO RAISE $ 500,000 Then look to see where you fit in that table and then make up your mind how much you should give. Note that your donation is Tax Deductible, that you can give through your Will . The leaflet will also tell you how to go about making your donation.

Donations have been flowing in to Kellock over the last two weeks, ranging from $100 to $5000, plus several large donations, we mentioned last week the Lions Club of Eildon’s $ 21,000 over three years and the Open Gardens Scheme $5000.

We remind you that there is an opportunity to name a Wing in memory of a relative or yourself and we would be happy to discuss.this. There are limited opportunities.

NOTE that the Appeal is at $ 189,000 and we expect the total to increase quickly.

If you have any questions, particularly if you wish to donate over three years, please ring CEO Donna Walsh on 5770 2100 or Maurie Pawsey on 5772 2157. We can arrange for one of our approved visitors to call, if you wish.

The process of transferring the Provider Licence from the Diocese of Wangaratta to the Community will take some time yet, but is under way.

For Friends of Kellock we would like to involve you more and we will be discussing this next week. Perhaps an Open Day early next year.

Events planned for early in 2019 include the Gala Ball now to be on May 11, 2019, and a Major Garden Party - date to be announced.

- Maurie Pawsey

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018

Christmas Cheer ● BUXTON: Santa with part-time resident (and Buxton CFA member) Carolyn Dowling and permanent resident Graham Page

● FLOWERDALE: Son-and-father team John Roycroft and Ross Roycroft were in charge of a pre-Christmas‘Blokey’ auctions at the Hall complex on Saturday.

● YEA: Luke McMaster and mum Vicky McMaster were on duty in the summer conditions on Saturday at Yea CFA headquarters.

● TAGGERTY: Florine Piron, who moved to Taggerty from Belgium two years, manned the Cathedral Cherries roadside stand at Little River.

● ALEXANDRA: Marysville’s Lynn Rogerson and Alex.’s Dawn Jack were at the Alex. Shire Hall for the Christmas Tree Festival.

● KINGLAKE: Students from Middle Kinglake Primary School joined Santa at the Christmas Carols on Sunday.

● ALEXANDRA: Helen Carter caught up with old Alex. identities Alby Moss and Corry Moss (now of Maryborough, Vic.) at the Alexandra Market.

● YEA: The Four Fathers - Terry Hubbard, John Handsaker, Charles Rattray and Russell Hogg - perform at the Rotary Senior Citizens’ Dinner.

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Awards at ADH meeting ■ The Alexandra District Health Annual General Meeting was held on Thursday, November 22, at the Alexandra Golf Club.

Moira Kelly, of the Children First Foundation, was this year’s guest speaker.

Moira shared stories about her work with children and their families from developing countries and her work in bringing them to Australia for life changing surgery.

Many remember Trishna and Krishna, conjoined twins, who were separated successfully at the Royal Children’s Hospital in 2009.

Moira’s story was inspirational, touching many of the 66 attendees.

Moira Kelly volunteered her time on the night, she wanted to give back to a community who she felt had given so much to her when she resided on a farm in Kilmore.

ADH also presented its staff service awards where a number of staff and Visiting Medical Officers received awards for their continued service to the health service.

Recognition of service (10 years): Ursula Clark (absent) Recognition of Service (15 years): Regina Driscoll, Juliana McCashney, Ross Elliott (absent), Rebecca Clark, Dee Murphy, Kerry Wall (absent), Sally Musgrove, Heidi Hunter Recognition of Service (20 years): Sue Martin, Sue Smith Recognition of Service (30 years): Liz Fitzgerald Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) Service Awards: Recognition of service (10 years):Dr Elena Zadneprovskaya VMO General Practitioner, Dr Michael Keane VMO Specialist Anaesthetist (absent), Dr Jason Harvey VMO Orthopaedic Surgeon (absent) Recognition of service (15 years): Dr Chris Chesney VMO Ophthalmologist (absent) Recognition of service (18 years): Dr Lachlan Fraser VMO General Practitioner (absent) Recognition of service (22 years): DrAnthony Guiney VMO Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon (absent) Recognition of service (30 years):Dr Anthony Lawrence VMO Obstetrician / Gynaecologist (ab-

● Liz Fitzgerald receives her 30-year service award from Carole Staley at the ADH annual general meeting.

● ADH Board Chair Carole Staley, Moira Kelly and ADH Chief Executive Debbie Rogers

● Sue Smith receives her 20 year service award.

Holiday services at ADH ■ Urgent care and acute ward services at Alexandra Hospital will be open every day over the ChristmasNew Year period.

The contact number for the health service is 5772 0900, seven days per week 24 hours a day.

When Reception is closed, access to the health service is via the Urgent Care entrance (turn left when entering the main carpark).

Alexandra District Health is reminding of some things to do to keep safe during the holiday period.

Around food and drink: ■ Always keep perishable food refrigerated and covered ■ Remember the two-hour rule discard any perishables left out at room temperature for more than two hours, unless you're keeping it hot or cold.

■ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water in the hot weather ■ If you drink alcohol ensure you eat before and while you are drinking. The Australian Government's Department of Health recommends you drink no more than four standard drinks on a single occasion (pour your own drinks to keep track) ■ Consider drinking low-alcohol beverages, alternating alcoholic with non-alcoholic drinks or switching to water (which will keep you hydrated) ■ Resist the temptation to drink every day of the holidays. Even if you drink responsibly, it sends a message to impressionable children that alcohol is a necessary part of everyday life.

On the road, don't drive during times when you would normally be asleep

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Ticks & Crosses

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Some newcomer officials and scribes should know better. It is the Yea SHIRE Hall and the Alexandra SHIRE Hall, not ‘Town Hall’ as appears in their public utterances.

Leanne Quinton in the Whittlesea Eagles new netball coach, In her first game on Friday night (Dec. 7) the girls had a 40-goal win. Leanne has signed for the coming NFNL winter season.

Four Whittlesea councillors are urging Simon Overland to resign as Chief Executive of Whittlesea Council because of his involvement in the Lawyer X scandal., which will be subject of a Royal ● Simon Overland Commission.

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Murrindindi Shire Council was due to carry out the defect rectification works in Grant St, Alexandra, last Sunday (Dec. 9). Works involved resealing of the carpark areas.

The possibility of a Kinglake campus of Yea High School was raised during the State Election campaign. With ongoing development of Whittlesea Secondary College and Diamond Valley College at Diamond Creek, the Kinglake proposal is unlikely to proceed.

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A small mulch fire at Limestone during Friday’s hot weather gave a sneak preview to the coming summer fire season. Five emergency units attended th fire at Langs Rd, and the situation was quickly under control.

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Recycled rubber tyres are being used to create paths for pedestrians and cyclists along the Yan Yean Pipe Track between Williamson Rd and Mernda Station. The path will flex with tree roots as they grow, rather than crack.

This is one of many paths that Whittlesea Council will be installing over the next few months.

Contrary to a radio report, there are Seymour and District Cricket Association matches scheduled for this Saturday (Dec. 15). It is the second day of Round 9 competition for A-Grade: Kilmore plays Yea Tigers. In B-Grade, there are one-day matches between Yea Tigers and Broadford, and Alexandra and Avenel.

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● Wedding at ‘The Tree’, Acheron A beautiful setting was in place at the Acheron Mechanics Institute Hall on Saturday for the wedding of Tess McDonald andAlly Hutt.

Final Saturday pennant bowls for 2018 will be played this weekend.

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Readers’ contributions to the ‘Ticks & Crosses’ column are welcomed.

Send your contribution to: editor@LocalPaper.com.au Contributions will be published at the sole discretion of the Editor.

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Local News

77-year-old memory leads to Church gift ■ In the World War II years of 1941 and 1942, the boys from Ivanhoe Grammar School evacuated yo Yea. ‘Beaufort House’ became their home, their classrooms included the Yea Recreation Reserve grandstand, and their Sunday worship was at ‘St Luke’s Church of England’.

The Church, currently celebrating its 150th anniversary year, is looking to rise $560,000 for restoration works.

One of the donations using the ‘150’ theme has been from the Ivanhoe Grammarians Lodge, part of Freemasons Victoria.

Council next week

Eildon Pop-Up

● St Luke’s Anglican Church, Yea. Photo: Flickr

● Cindy McLeish MLA

Rechecked first preference votes: • McLeish, Cindy. Liberal.

18,705. (48.35 per cent) • Brennan, Sally. Australian Labor Party. 13,842 (35.78 per cent) • Deacon, Ken. Australian Greens. 4031. (10.42 per cent) • Dunscombe, Michelle. 2111.

(5.46 per cent) Results after preferences: • McLeish, Cindy. Liberal.

19,418. (50.19 per cent) • Brennan, Sally. Australian Labor Party. 14,694. (37.98 per cent) • Deacon, Ken. Australian Greens 4577. (11.83 per cent) Some 91.06 per cent of the total enrolment of 44,881 voted.

Focus on disability at Flowerdale PS ■ Students from Flowerdale Primary School celebrated International Day of People with Disability onWednesday (Dec. 5).

Mayor Cr Sandice McAulay said IDPwD is about increasing the understanding and acceptance of people with disability and increasing public awareness of the issues people with disabilities face.

“This was the fourth year Council’s Access and Inclusion Committee celebrated IDPwD in partnership with Nexus Primary Health,” Cr McAulay said.

“This year the theme was about empowering people with a disability and supporting inclusiveness and equity.

“More than 20 students took part in activities, like wheelchair basketball and blindfold exercises, to help them experience what it may be like to live with a mobility issue or vision impairment.

■ Yea Carols in The Park will be held tomorrow (Thurs., Dec. 13) from 6.30pm at the Railway Park. The evening includes a Sausage Sizzle provided by the Rotary Club of Yea. Carols start at 7.30pm with the combined Church Choir, Sacred Heart Primary, the Four Fathers and other acts. Santa will be at the Carols too. Bring chairs, rugs and the family to enjoy this traditional Christmas evening.

■ The final 2019 meeting for Murrindindi Shire Council is due to be held at 6pm on Wednesday next week (Dec. 19) at the Alexandra chambers.

Top Liberal position for Cindy McLeish ■ Fresh with the confirmation that she had been returned as the Member for Eildon, Cindy McLeish was last week elected as Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party in the Legislative Assembly.

Ms McLeish will work eith the newly elected Leader Michael O’Brien.

Mr O'Brien, 47, was an adviser to former Federal Treasurer Peter Costello and an industrial relations lawyer.

"We are going to be a team that will listen and learn the lessons from this election," he said.

Labor is set to govern with 56-seats in Victoria's 88-seat Lower House.

Local Briefs Carols in Yea

■ The summer migration of holiday makers to the Eildon region begins this Friday (Dec. 14), with some city workers beginning their annual leave early. School holidays begin on Friday, December 21.

At Eildon Recreation Reserve, a pop-up cinema will be held from Thursday-Sunday, December 20-23. There will be bean beds, popcorn, snacks and a bar.

Research closure ■ The Research Post Office and adjoining Charcoal Chicken business were fenced off and closed on Friday night (Dec. 7), after Police, CFA and SES attended at the Main Rd building.

C’mas at Flowerdale ■ The Flowerdale Christmas Market between 9am-1pm this Sunday (Dec. 16) will be followed by Community Carols from 6pm at the Flowerdale Hall .

Dinner starts at 6pm sharp, with a twocourse meal. $12 per person, children free.

Lightning strike

■ Strath Creek-Reedy Creek CFA members were assisted by Broadford and Clonbinane colleagues when lightning hit a tree and caused a fire on Sunday afternoon (Dec. 9).

Santa run at ‘Dale

■ The Flowerdale Santa Run will be held tonight (Wed.) from 6.30pm with the assistance of members of the local CFA unit.

$900 raised

■ More than $900 was raised at Strath Creek with an 'End of Spring' fling event with 94 people in attendance. Music was provided by Noel Pearson and William Granter with lots of dancing. Food was provided by Limestone Fresh and decorations were erected by Ursula and Sarah King. Christmas Tree decorations were given by the Ranges Foundation, which also gave a grant for the food

Men’s Shed move

■ Members of the Eltham Men's Shed last week donned orange wigs and walked along the Eltham shopping strip, talking to people and handing out leaflets to show solidarity for 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence. ● Lincoln Budge at Flowerdale Primary School “Students also heard from Lincoln Budge about some of his sporting achievements and his experience of living with a disability.

■ The Eltham North Ad“Council would like to thank venture Playground, detheFlowerdale Primary School stroyed by fire 12 months staff and students for being ago, is to re-open today such enthusiastic participants (Wed., Dec. 12) at 4pm. in International Day of People Re-construction works with Disability – what a fanhave been completed by tastic day it was,” Cr McAulay Nillumbik Shire Council. said.

P’ground re-opens

Alex. SES assists

■ SES members from Alexandra, Mansfield and Benalla assisted Police in search for missing motorbike rider setting out just after first light on Sunday morning (Dec. 9). The 44year-old appeared near the bank of Lake Nillahcootie and approached a fisherman about 10.30am. He did not require hospital treatment.

One issue to go

■ The final 2018 issue of The Local Paper will be published next week (Wed., Dec. 19).

First 2019 issue will be on Wed., Feb. 6.

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Federal poll soon?

■ Take out the January holidays, and the Federal Election could be just around the corner.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison denies he will call a snap election in February, but there is already plenty of focus on the local seat of Indi.

Independent MHR Cathy McGowan is not yet revealing whether she will stand for election. Local newspaper ads are calling for independent candidates.

Senator Bridget McKenzie of The Nationals might look to move to the Lower House if Ms McGowan retires.

ABC in the area ■ Long Shots that ABC identity Heather Ewart has been in the area this week, filming a Black Saturday retrospect piece for the 7.30 Report.

Joy at Buxton

■ Around 100 local residents, recreational property owners and visitors from in and around Buxton enjoyed this year's annual gathering at the Buxton Recreation Reserve on Saturday evening.

Joined by Mayor, Cr Sandice McAulay, members of the Progress Association and Reserve Committee cooked a hearty barbecue dinner while the fire brigade transported Santa to and from the reserve.

Editor’s Diary Editor Ash Long first started newspaper work in 1969. He began writing for local newspapers in 1973. Over those 45 years he has kept extensive diaries and local photo files.

From Our Files - 30 Years Ago December 1988

Red faced over note

■ Yea Councillors had been “most embarrassed” that Cr Don Lawson had issued an inaccurate letter to Kinglake’s Mountain Monthly, Cr David Lawson told the shire meeting.

David Lawson said Don Lawson had been acting as a “maverick”. Don Lawson said: “I will write to Mountain Monthly when I feel like it, as I feel like it.”

Shire President, Cr Bill Wilson, said: “I just say to any Councillor writing to the paper, just make sure it is correct.” ● Alan Griffiths and Alan Daniel at Alexandra this week, promoting Labor candidate for Indi, Eric Kerr.

Volunteer Paul Danham says parttime and permanent residents from in and around Buxton attended along with some familiar faces from the neighboring towns.

Buxton Progress Association President Lisa Nolte said she was pleased to see so many children this year.

Lisa said Santa was immediately surrounded by around 30 children who got to say hello to him.

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Rail land plan

■ Ownership of the vacant rail reserve from Tallarook to Yea should remain public,’ said Dr Colin Officer of Seymour. He said that the land should not be sold off, and be fragemneted.

Dr Officer recommended that the land be created for conservation and recereational purposes, and that cycling, walking and horse riding trails be considered.

Cash plea for Hall

■ Homewood Hall’s Committee of Management made a plea to Yea Council for a $500 maintenance grant. The funds were earmarked for the painting of the inside of the hall, and to weatherseal the side door.

Councfil’s Manager of Administration of Finance, Garry Cecil, suggested that the Shire meet the request.

Bambi open

■ The Bambi Licensed Restaurant, at 73 National Park Rd, Kinglake West, advertised that it was open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for lunch, dinner and afternoon tea.

A Christmas five-course menu was offered for $29.

Bali competition

■ Mrs M.G. Hamilton, of Smith St, Yea, was named as the winner of a trip for two to Bali, as part of Yea Council’s competition for early ratepayers.

Season to be jolly

■ The Grand Central Hotel advertised its festive season attractions including ‘Carols

by Barrels’, a New Years Eve disco with ‘Tambo Juice on Tap’, and a ‘Bundy Sundy’ with an offer of buy a Bundaberg Rum, get the next one free. One dozen CUB bottles were available, Monday-Thursday, at $18.99.

Rail trail vote

■ The majority of those present at a meeting at Trawool voted against former railway land between Kerrisdale and Yea being used as a cycling-waklking-horse riding track, Cr Dougal Drysdale told the Yea Council meeting in 1988.

Fire prevention

■ Eric Jowett of ‘Willawong’, Limestone, wrote a letter to the editor that fire prevention was not all luck. He called for rural people to be vigilant about dangerous practices. “Tractors, slashers, pumping engine and shooting during the heat of the day are OUT.”

Local Phone Numbers FIRE BRIGADES (fire only) ............ 000 Local Brigades ............................... 000 POLICE (emergencies only) ............ 000 Alexandra ................................ 5772 1040 Kinglake ............................... 5786 1333 Seymour ............................... 5735 0200 Whittlesea ............................ 9716 2102 7 9 7 26 30 Yea ....................................... 5 57 263 AMBULANCE .................................... 000 Alexandra Hospital ............. 5772 0900 Northern Hospital, Epping .. 8405 8000 Seymour Hospital ................ 5793 6100 Yea Hospital ........................... 5 736 0400 STATE EMERGENC Y SER VICE ......... 13 25 00 EMERGENCY

Highlands Hall

● Santa with the children at the Buxton Christmas Party on Saturday.

Photo: Paul Denham, 4th Lieutenant, Buxton Fire Brigade

■ Some $3100, provided by the Bicentennial Authority, went towards improvements at the Highlands Hall,. Rick McAlpin said.

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100 for Christmas dinner

ARIES: (March 21-April 20) Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 1-2-1-9 Lotto Numbers: 1-12-19-25-28-37 More opportunities and scope to push career plans. Some may have doubts about existing relationships. Wise to leave things the way they are for the moment. Social scene brings some unusual invitations.

TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 2-4-3-4 Lotto Numbers: 4-13-22-31-39-40 Friends could try to meddle in your private affairs if you let them. Your ideas could be spot on, so use you own intuition for the best results. Most will be more in demand on the social scene.

GEMINI: (May 21- June 21) Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 4-5-3-2 Lotto Numbers: 4-13-22-31-32-42 Don't rush into any romantic encounters on the side or you will be found out. Health is important, so look after yourself. Most will be feeling more aggressive and pushing their own point of view across at work and this could make things happen.

CANCER: (June 22- July 22) Lucky Colour: White Lucky Day: Sunday Racing Numbers: 5-1-6-5 Lotto Numbers: 5-14-23-26-35-41 Emotionally a rather intense period and most are inclined to overspend to keep their loved one happy. New opportunities to gain financially are indicated.

LEO: (July 23-August 22) Lucky Colour: Peach Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 1-4-6-4 Lotto Numbers: 5-14-25-30-32-44 New friends could bring opportunities to mix business with pleasure. Love relationships should be more enjoyable. Most can expect a few surprises while travelling.

VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 1-4-1-7 Lotto Numbers: 1-10-14-17-27-33 A good time to ask for favours, start new ventures and make investments. Romantic opportunities are about and someone you meet during this period will definitely take your interest.

■ Christmas Hills Orchestral Players are presenting Czardas Bash, a Gypsy Christmas featuring premiere Macedonian dances at 8pm Thursday, December 20, at Christmas Hills Mechanics Institute Hall.

St Luke’s services ● Delma Moore and Jenny Kindred at the Yea Rotary Christmas Dinner ■ The annual Seniors Christmas Dinner was These are the people who have made the held on Friday (Dec. 7) at the Yea Shire Hall community what it is today and have started with more than 100 in attendance. many of the organisations that to this day, conIt was a chance for everyone to catch up, tinue to serve our wonderful community. have some fun, enjoy a drink in the Christmas A sit -own two-course meal with drinks supspirit and relive some special times from days plied, was followed by entertainment. gone by.

The always popular Four Fathers sang carThe event has a long history, having first ols and popular songs and all were encouraged started 36 years ago by the Lions Club of Yea. to join in.

The event was passed on to the Rotary Club The Dindi Line Dancers showed off some of Yea about nine years ago. fancy footwork, and then Russell Hogg led evRotarians and guests enjoy this annual tradi- eryone in a sing-a-long of popular hits. T tion and get together. Most Rotary members were his was made easy for everyone as the words on hand to set up the hall, prepare and plate the were projected onto the big screen. No excuses meal, serve, entertain, clear tables and pack up. for not singing but everyone seemed to know It was a big night for everyone on a very hot the words anyway. night. Thank goodness for air conditioning.

Rotarians made sure everyone got home Both service clubs, Lions and Rotary feel safely and are pleased that the turnout was again the senior members of the community deserve a large gathering. Merry Christmas to all our some recognition for the service they have given senior members of the community. to the community over many years.

- Glenda Woods

Fire at Tallarook ■ Emergency volunteers attended a building fire at Hume Fwy, Tallarook, at 3.10am Monday. The fire was described as “small”.

A Vic Emergency map appeared to indicate that the fire is at the northbound roadhouse.

Asylum support

Carols on Friday

■ City of Whittlesea Carols this Friday (Dec. 14)will move to the Terrace Lawns, Civic Centre, 25 Ferres Blvd, South Morang. The event, between 7pm-10pm has outgrown Redleap Reserve, Mill Park. The Civic Centre is larger, more central with good parking and public transport and access.

The Community Carols Choir and the Diamond Valley Brass Brand will be performing. There will be free face painting, art workshops and other acts drawn from the Whittlesea community. It is a free event.

SAGITTARIUS: (November23- December 20) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Thursday Racing Numbers: 2-2-7-6 Lotto Numbers: 2-11-20-27-29-38 Many will be renewing relationships and friendships.

Many will be attracted to the unusual and someone with a hint of mystery could take your attention. However some may not be able to handle the pace.

Access for all ● Jack and Joan Carroll of Flowerdale at the Yea Rotary Christmas Dinner

Christmas Tree Festival at Alexandra

PISCES: (February 20- March 20) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 3-2-8-3 Lotto Numbers: 12-21-30-38-39-40 Others will be trying to influence you around to their ideas. However you could surprise all with your own ability to expand your business and aims. Believe in yourself when it comes to going after your own ambitions.

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■ The Christmas Story In Word and Song with Peter Hagen and choir, will be presented at St Luke’s Anglican Church, Yea, at 4.30pm on Sunday, December 23. Refreshments in the hall will follow.

A Not So Silent Night, a special family service to celebrate the birth of Jesus, will be held at 5.30pm on Monday, December 24.

Children are invited to come dressed as shepherds and angels.

The Christmas Eve service will be held at 11pm on Monday, December 24.

The Miracle On Pelissier St Christmas Day service will be held at 8.15am on Christmas Day (Tues., Dec. 25).

■ Eltham Bookshop is supporting the work of Montmorency Asylum Seekers Support Group, endeavouring to "change hearts and minds about urgent humanitarian injustice".

SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22) Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 3-7-4-3 Lotto Numbers: 3-7-16-30-37-43 Most will be overcoming obstacles in family relationships, however make sure others are paying their own way and not relying too heavily on you.

AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 1-8-9-2 Lotto Numbers: 9-18-24-34-36-42 A period of rewards and surprises coming up. Most will gain more responsibility and harder work, but the rewards should be worth the effort and some could expect a financial windfall.

■ A boy was pulled from the waters of Lake Eildon this after he fell from a boat shortly after 1pm on Sunday.

Police say the boy was wearing a lifejacket when he fell from the front of the boat where the 5-year-old suffered injuries while under the boat.

The boat rush to a nearby boat ramp where attempts to revive the boy were unsuccessful and he died at the scene.

An air ambulance was dispatched, however, could not be utilised. Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

Gypsy Christmas

LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 1-1-3-4 Lotto Numbers: 1-11-25-35-40-43 Something in your past is likely to surface. Answers to mysteries and tying up of loose ends is indicated. Ask favours from those in a position to further your ambitions. Many will set off on entirely new paths.

CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 3-3-2-1 Lotto Numbers: 3-12-21-26-30-39 Friends could provide an excellent financial opportunity.

Old friends get in touch and most will feel more like socializing. Financially a lucky period coming up.

Local Briefs Youngster dies

■ Eltham North’s new adventure playground will be accessible for children of all abilities. “Council has worked closely with the playground designers to ensure the new playground, including the cubby houses and surrounding paths are accessible to everyone, by including ramps and widening doorways. The liberty swing has been relocated so it is incorporated into the playspace, not standing alone,” Cr John Dumaresq said.

Solar farms ‘dump’ ■ Euroa MLA Steph Ryan says that the Andrews Labor Government’s response to dump decisions about solar farms on councils without proper guidelines adds unnecessary pressure to local planning teams that are already under resourced.

Rural crime surge ● Margaret Hanscomb and Ricki Marr at the Alex. Christmas Tree Festival.

■ More than two-thirds of farmers in Victoria have been victims of theft, a Weekly Times report has found.

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What The Papers Say Who killed Bryce?

■ It has been 12 months since Bryce Airs was killed in a shocking hit run incident at Jamieson.

Police have renewed their calls for public information, saying a “pivotal piece of information” was all that was needed to close the case.

A spokesperson for Victoria Police said the effects of the collision “still reverberates through the local community”.

MrAirs was walking home from the Courthouse Hotel on November 25, 2017 when he was allegedly hit by a four wheel drive on the Mansfield-Woods Point Rd. Found by passers-by just after midnight, Mr Airs later died at the scene.

- Mansfield Courier

Peter retires

■ The curtain is about to be drawn on Peter Kelly’s impressive tenure as St Mary’s College principal.

After 26 years at the college, 15 of which have been in charge, it certainly will be the end of an era for Mr Kelly — and St Mary’s.

He kicked off his 38-year career at St Brendan’s in Flemington, which was followed by his first teaching stint at St Mary’s and then at Sacred Heart in Yea where he was principal, before returning to St Mary’s in 2002.

- Seymour Telegraph

Bill is new Mayor

■ Mitchell Council has a new mayor, with North Ward Councillor Bill Chisholm elected to the position at a special council meeting on November 26 in Broadford.

Cr Chisholm was elected alongside new Deputy Mayor Cr David Atkinson.

Cr Chisholm replaced Cr Rhonda Sanderson while Cr Atkinson replaced Cr David Lowe after each served for the past two years.

- Seymour Telegraph

Balcony repairs

■ A community grant issued to Warrandyte RSL by Manningham Council will allow the organisation to make urgent structural repairs to the balcony at their property overlooking the War Memorial.

The grant of $25,000, in conjunction with a grant from Warrandyte Community Bank of $12,500 will help the RSL foot the $37,619 bill to make the necessary repairs and reopen the balcony to the public.

- Warrandyte Diary

$28.7m contract

■ Yarra Ranges Council has awarded the $28.7 million contract to build its new civic centre.

Cr Jim Child told the November 27 meeting that he was honoured to move the motion to sign the contract for construction. The council awarded the $28,727,840 contract to Johns Lyng Commercial Builders.

“The project incorporates a comprehensive upgrade of the services and infrastructure, rectifying existing non-compliance issues, improvements in site access, and providing accommodation for activity-based working environments,” the report said.

- Mountain Views Mail

At Ruffy Store

■ Victoriana Gaye will be back at The Ruffy Store on at 2pm Saturday December 23. A unique blend of folk/pop/jazz and it’s free.

Contact Helen McDougall for more details, including lunch bookings 5790 4387.

- Granite News

Council v Giant

■ A German retailer’s plan to build a giant supermarket in Epping is being opposed by Whittlesea Council. Kaufland has announced plans to build a 4507sq m complex including a supermarket, bottle shop, food hall and 424 space car park at 592-694 High St. - Whittlesea Leader

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Court Lists Seymour Magistrates’ Court - Criminal Case Listings Thursday, December 20 Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division.

Victoria Police - Laurie, Z (42443) v Ferguson, Tiffany.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Webster, B (41109) v Riddell, Paul David.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Kamali, V (42448) v Brazier, Scott. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Rossetti, T (42521) v Bradley, SallyAnne.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Bortolotto, C (40740) v Black, Ayden Garrett. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Bortolotto, C (40740) v Dickson, Broddy.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Bortolotto, C (40740) v Davies, Matthew.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Brown, Jason. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Houguet, B (40313) v Harris, Enya Caroline. Uni-Wallan Victoria Police - Oraha, Y (42872) v Sutton, Brodee. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Broadway, B (42074) v Miller, Kevin. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Rowlands, Shane.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Stewart, David.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Fidler, T (41595) v Hall, Brent. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Pezzimenti, P (32040) v Lunn, Rohan Ashley. Highway PatrolSeymour Victoria Police - Puppa, J (43782) v Miller, Kevin. PcetSeymour Victoria Police - Pezzimenti, P (32040) v Ferguson, Tiffany Elizabeth. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Pezzimenti, P (32040) v Ferguson, Tiffany Elizabeth. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Warren, M (41378) v Hore, Andrew Victoria Police - Minhas, A (40000) v Anderson, Paul Dallas. Uni-Wallan Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Dobbie, Joel. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Fidler, T (41595) v Ngawati, Morgan.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Fidler, T (41595) v Brandi, James. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Thornton, A (41692) v Pethybridge, Clayton. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Bryan, L (35203) v Mc Cardel, Samuel.

Socit-Seymour Victoria Police - Kamali, V (42448) v Tyers, Kasey. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Laurie, Z (42443) v Ferguson, Tiffany.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Ramadan, Caleb.

Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Brown, J (42049) v Edrupt, Shannon.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Mion, C (40159) v Galofaro, John Christopher. Dtu-Seymour Victoria Police - Turner, J (34532) v Borell, Keenen. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Bending, S

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(39833) v Walshaw-Plieger, Emily Ann. Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Kamali, V (42448) v Biamis, Helen. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Porter, I (33403) v Moretti, Enya. CiuMitchell Victoria Police - Bending, S (39833) v Solomon, Mascot.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Fidler, T (41595) v Charles, Sean. UniSeymour J Victoria Police - Tait, W (37033) v Sutherland, Helen.

Uni-Nagambie Victoria Police - Bryan, L (35203) v Trim, Brandon. SocitSeymour Victoria Police - Hunter, S (33941) v Martin, Ashley.

Community Corrections Centre - Bright, A v Hanci, Joanne Maree. Seymour Community Correction Centre Victoria Police - Rhead, A (40227) v Alexander, Ami. Highway Patrol-Seymour Community Corrections Centre - Enright, Cv Byrne, Danial. Seymour Community Correction Centre Victoria Police - Garbutt, E (35708) v Martin, Ashley. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - Rogers, M (40077) v Owen, Kevin. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Chief Commissioner Of Police (00008) v Belot, Mathew John. Office Of The Chief Commissioner Victoria Police - Page, T (42834) v Walley, Jay. Uni-Mill Park Victoria Police - Boxall, T (39656) v Short, Luke. UniKilmore Victoria Police - Bortolotto, C (40740) v Willems, Jasmine Lee. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Broadway, B (42074) v Walley, Jay. UniSeymour Victoria Police - Fabbo, D (42701) v Walley, Jay Brian.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Aisbett, J (34281) v Aitken, Mitchell Terrence. Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Fidler, T (41595) v Collis, Michelle Jean.

Uni-Seymour Victoria Police - Carden, S (34092) v Courtney, Stephen.

Uni-Yea Victoria Police - Ellis, J (40810) v Densworth, Kurt.

Uni-Kilmore Victoria Police - Fraser, P (35913) v Hume, Aaron David.

Uni-Kilmore Community Corrections Centre - Macdougall, M v Hore, Andrew. Community Corrections Centre Victoria Police - Curry, R (40565) v Dib, Eddie. UniWhittlesea Community Corrections Centre - Peacock, Tv Walley, Jay Brian. Seymour Community Correction Centre Mansfield Magistrates’ Court - Criminal Case Listings Wednesday, December 19 Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused /

Respondent. Information Division.

Victoria Police - Scannell, M (35182) v Lowe, Katherine Elizabeth. Uni-Mansfield Victoria Police - Davey, S (43876) v Barrett, Kenneth Allen. Pcet-Benalla Victoria Police - Stevens, M (34763) v Hardy, Casey Lee. Uni-Mansfield Victoria Police - Hearse, C (40368) v Penny, Peter. State Highway Patrol South East Victoria Police - Hearse, C (40368) v Baiocco, Troy. State Highway Patrol South East Victoria Police - Smith, B (29408) v Gocky, Vojtech. UniAlexandra Victoria Police - Clements, A (39613) v Hou, Wei. State Highway Patrol South East Victoria Police - Walsh, M (38049) v Martin, Lindsay Peter. Uni-Marysville Victoria Police - Mcdonald, G (40664) v Rohner, Jonathon Luke. Highway PatrolMansfield Victoria Police - Johnson, A (35726) v Lawson, Sarah. UniYea Victoria Police - Woodstock, S (39399) v Arnold, Clayton Luke. Highway PatrolMansfield Victoria Police - Mitchell, R (41290) v O'shea, Jack William.

State Highway Patrol South East Victoria Police - Swan, P (39871) v Vo, Davidson. Highway Patrol-Mansfield Victoria Police - Mcdonald, G (40664) v Canavan, Christopher Joseph. Highway PatrolMansfield Victoria Police - Mcdonald, G (40664) v Xue, Gaofeng.

Highway Patrol-Mansfield Victoria Police - Scannell, M (35182) v Whittaker, Kayleen. Uni-Mansfield Victoria Police - Johnson, A (35726) v Lawson, Sarah. UniYea Victoria Police - Cusack, S (28652) v Nash, Callum. CiuAlexandra Victoria Police - Leach, N (38967) v Jordan, Darian. Highway Patrol-Mansfield Victoria Police - Parker, H (39579) v Lovett, Darren James. Uni-Eildon Victoria Police - Parker, H (39579) v Lovett, Darren James. Uni-Eildon Victoria Police - Walsh, M (38049) v Burn, Neil. UniMarysville Victoria Police - Lampkin, B (33527) v Makrides, Daryl.

Uni-Mansfield Victoria Police - Parker, H (39579) v Ashton, Leigh Allan.

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Uni-Mordialloc Victoria Police - Watkins, R (33441) v Lawson, Sarah. Highway Patrol-Mansfield Victoria Police - Mclachlan, M (29272) v Dawson, Leigh James. Highway PatrolMansfield Victoria Police - Lampkin, B (33527) v Sen, Yusuf. UniMansfield Victoria Police - Lampkin, B (33527) v Sen, Serkan. UniMansfield Victoria Police - Watson, A (31257) v Schwarz-Muse, Shane Robert. Uni-Nagambie Community Corrections Centre - Hamilton, S v Guilfoyle, Jacob. Ringwood

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Red Triangle

■ Red Triangle Button Day was a great success in the districts. Splendid help was given by the large staff of workers. The Whittle sea school children were early on the scene, and the collectors at Mernda gave the folk a lively time.

Flower Show

■ The annual flower show and sale of gifts was held at Victoria Hall on Saturday, 30th ult., by the combined Yarra Glen, Steel's Creek and Tarrawarra Schools.

Glenburn fight

■ William Albress was charged with behaving in a riotous manner near a ublic place, at Glenburn, on the 30th November.

Constable Commons conducted the prosecution, and Mr Caples appeared for the defendant. Accused consented to the case being dealt with by one justice, and pleaded not guilty. Constable Commons stated that the accused was arrested, on warrant, at Tallarook, by Constable Hennessy.

Hugh J. Lawson, Shire engineer, sworn, said be was present at an en ertainment at Glenburn, on the night of the 30th November. A dance took place after the entertainment. The first he saw was a dis turbance at the door. The door keeper was trying to put two men out, as he considered they were intoxicated.

A young fellow went to the door keeper's assistance, and he was assulted. As far as the defendant was concerned, he only saw him stripped to the waist. He did not hear him use any bad language. Saw him kick the boiling water over the fire.

Defendant was chasing a man round the paddock and looking for fight. Mr. Wild, J.P. said he had made up his mind to inflict a fine.

Such conduct as the accused had been guilty of could net be tolerated, and must be put down, accused would be fined £1, with 9s 8d costs.

Kinglake soldier

■ Private Leslie Russell, of Kinglake West, who some time ago was officially reported as "missing" and subsequently as "killed in action," has now been officially reported as having arrived safely in London, having recently been released as a prisoner of war from one of the German prison camps.

Marysville fete

■ The Red Cross fete and entertainment at Marysville on the 29th November last was very successful, the sum of £163 being realised.

Eltham Court

■ (Before Messrs Knight, P.M., and Smithers, J.P). William McDonald was fined 40s for neglecting to have his child vaccinated.

At Queenstown

■ At a social evening to be held in the Queenstown Hall on Friday evening next, 20th inst., a presentation will be made to Private C. Atkins, a returned Anzac of over four years' active service.

Neglected orchard

■ At the Eltham Court of Petty Sessions on Tuesday last (before Mr. Knight, P.M.,) Edgar Wallis, Orchard Inspector, proceeded against Ada Hutchison. Inspector Wallis stated that defendant occupied an orchard (known as Lockington's) at Upper Diamond Creek, an d was the seventh occupier in seven years. Four of these occupiers had been prosecuted for failing to do necessary work on the orchard, and the place was still in a very neglected condition, no work of eradication having been done. The Inspector asked or only a nominal penalty to be inflicted as defendant was in poor circumstances, and the way would then be clear for him to proceed against the owner. Defendant was fined 5/-.

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Police have concerns for Patrick’s welfare due to his age.

Patrick is known to frequent the Lilydale railway station and BMX track.

Police have released an image of Patrick in the hope that someone can provide information on his current whereabouts.

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Merry Christmas.

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They are suited to a child from 2 to 5 years of age.

The child simply sits astride the balance bike and "walks" while steering with the handlebars.

It effectively allows them to learn balance without having to learn to pedal at the same time. It cuts the learning "gradient" down. They are also called pre bikes or first bikes.

Balance bikes are becoming increasingly popular, as it is so much easier to learn to ride. Learning to ride can be achieved at their own pace. A less confident child can “walk� it around for as long as they like, then

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Summer-time Alexandra Market

● Mirjana Rasic, Hank Welten and Rhonda Welton.

● Bronwyn McFadyen of Willowbank Cherries, Whanregarwen.

● Alexandra Community Band. Front row, from left: Sally Kelly, Bob Gillespie, Jill McColl, Margaret Younger. Back row, from left: Neil Webster, Simon Gillespie, Angela McCallum, Ian Weeks. At right: Kystelle Lowy, Mike Jennings, Larry Kelly. Conductor: Rita Guenzel.

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MARKETING FEATURE

Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

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

Out and About

Inspiration to everyone

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■ It was 12 months ago when Managing Director of the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites in West Hollywood, Alan Johnson, and his General Manager, William Karpiak, received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement HospitalityAward from the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at the 34th Annual Creative Business Awards.

This year they salute the General Manager of the Sunset Marquis, Rod Gruendyke, making 75 years of hospitality between the two properties in West Hollywood.

Mr. Gruendyke is being celebrated with the 2018 Legacy Award. All three gentlemen have been true friends and also an inspiration to everyone in the hospitality industry.

Breaking Bad big screen ■ Breaking Bad may have had its finale in 2013, but Variety has confirmed that series creator Vince Gilligan is working on a new film with ties to the beloved series.

Gilligan is working on a two-hour film, though whether it's destined for multiplexes or television is unclear.

Details are sparse, with no information on what shape the movie would take a prequel like Better Call Saul or something else or whether any of Breaking Bad's stars will return.

The Albuquerque Journal includes a logline stating the film "tracks the escape of a kidnapped man and his quest for freedom”.

● Pictured at the 35th Annual Creative Business Awards are Ramada General Manager, William Karpiak, with Legacy Award winner, Rod Gruendyke and Ramada Managing Director, Alan Johnson.

Lady Gaga gives back

■ Lady Gaga is putting her heart and soul into helping people driven from their homes by the California wildfires and she delivered an emotional speech to evacuees.

Gaga, who herself was forced to flee her Malibu home, showed up Sunday evening at a Red Cross shelter at Pacific Palisades High School, and told the displaced crowd, "I extend my love ...

I know we do not know each other, but I love you. This is an emergency, but you are not alone."

She encouraged everyone to take advantage of mental health counselors on the premises, and to "share your stories and talk to each other during this time."

Gaga's home has reportedly survived the flames, so far, but it's obvious the danger of the Woolsey fire is taking an emotional toll.

She spent about 90 minutes at the shelter. She took photos, handed out gift cards, and even sang to a 98-year-old woman who'd been evacuated.

As Gaga put it, "Let's keep the faith, together."

There's no doubt her time and words were greatly appreciated, and effective in lifting spirits.

Charge card fraud ■ Employees of the US. Department of Housing and Urban Development, armed with government charge cards, made "at least 950" "unauthorised, unsupported, or ineligible purchases" in fiscal 2017, according to a report by the department's inspector general.

These included a $400 charge at "an adult entertainment gentlemen's club" and a $282 "unauthorized ATM withdrawal" followed by an $849 "unauthorised charge" at a Las Vegas casino hotel.

"Housing and Urban Development's travel cards were used for unauthorisd, unsupported, or ineligible purchases in at least 950 instances totaling more than $95,000," said the Inspector General's report.

The Inspector General estimated the overall number of unauthorised, unsupported and ineligible purchases by examining a selected sampling of actual purchases.

Bill Gates’s new project ■ Bill Gates believes the world needs better toilets. Specifically, toilets that improve hygiene and don't have to connect to sewerage systems at all and can break down human waste into fertiliser.

Mr Gates held the Reinvented Toilet Expo in Beijing, a chance for companies to showcase their takes on the simple bathroom fixture.

Companies showed toilets that could separate urine from other waste for more efficient treatment, that recycled water for hand washing and that sported solar roofs.

It's no laughing matter. About 4.5 billion people more than half the world's population lives without access to safe sanitation.

Globally, Mr Gates told attendees, unsafe sanitation costs an estimated $223 billion a year in the form of higher health costs and lost productivity and wages.

■ Over a recent weekend, 43 people were shot in Chicago and five of the victims died, making it one of the most violent weekends in the Windy City this year.

Since the beginning of the year, 2530 people have been shot in Chicago, according to the shooting and homicide data maintained by the Chicago Tribune.

Further data, collected by the Chicago Sun-Times, shows there have been 469 homicides in Chicago so far this year, 408 of those deaths resulted from shootings. Stabbing caused another 30 homicides and another 31 deaths were caused by "another type" of violence.

Despite these crimes, a new poll shows that nearly half (45 per cent) of Chicagoans say gun violence is "not a problem."

Fifty-one percent say it is "a problem”.

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Americans oppose guns

1000 jobs cut by Govt.

■ A recent survey shows that a strong majority of Americans, 57 per cent, oppose banning semi-automatic guns, specifically semiautomatic rifles that the media often label "assault rifles." A semiautomatic rifle (or pistol) is a gun that fires one bullet each time the trigger is pulled.

In the poll, Gallup asked, "Are you for or against a law which would make it illegal to manufacture, sell or possess semi-automatic guns, known as assault rifles?"

Forty percent said they were "for" a ban and 57 per cent said they were "against" a ban.

■ The number of people employed by the federal government declined by 1000 in September, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Since President Donald Trump took office, federal employment has declined by 16,000.

In December 2016, the month before Trump's inauguration, there were 2,810,000 people employed by the federal government, according to the BLS data.

By August 2018, that had declined by 15,000 to 2,795,000. In September, it declined another 1,000 to 2,794,000.

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■ Only around one-third of a police officer's time is spent actually enforcing criminal law; most of the work of a police officer involves peacekeeping, order maintenance, and problem solving.

American law enforcement agents only solve around 21per cent of all reported crime.

Although law enforcement agencies were organized in England in the 13th century, the first modern police officers operated in London starting in 1829.

American police officers are organised locally, whereas police forces in Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America are nationally organised.

The United States has roughly 18,000 separate law enforcement agencies, all of which operate largely independent of each other.

In the American colonies, law enforcement initially took the form of "the watch”, a group of adult males that patrolled cities on the lookout for fires and crimes.

Originally, all male citizens of a city were expected to take their turn as watchmen, but gradually it became a paid professional position.

During the early years of America, many southern states created "slave patrols" meant to prevent slave revolts and catch runaways.

The Charleston slave patrol employed around 100 officers far more officers than any northern police force of the time.

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■ If you are considering a move to Los Angeles or just coming over for a holiday then I have got a special deal for you.

We would love to see you at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, 8585 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood.

I have secured a terrific holiday deal for readers of the Melbourne Observer and The Local Paper.

Please mention 'Melbourne Observer' when you book and you will receive the 'Special Rate of the Day'.

Please contact: Jennifer at info@ramadaweho.com Happy Holidays, Gavin Wood

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Photos from the past: Yarra Glen

● Yarra Glen. 1923.

● Yarra Flats Hotel, between Melbourne and Woods Point. 1936.

● Store at the Yarra Flats. 1888. Photo: Fred Kruger.

● Rustic bridge at the Yarra Flats. Circa 1880. Photo: Fred Kruger

● Deer shooting on the Yarra Flats. 1890. Engraving: David Syme

● ‘Flooding in Healesville, 1934’. Photo: State Rivers Commission

● Yarra Glen. 1911.

● Grand Hotel, Yarra Glen. 1949, Photo: Colin Caldwell

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke What’s Hot and What’s Not in Blu-Rays and DVDs FILM: BL ACKkKL ANSMAN: Cast: John David Washington, Adam Driver, Alec Baldwin, Topher Grace.

Genre: Biography/Crime/Drama.

Year: 2018.

Rating: MA15+ Length: 135 Minutes.

Stars: **** Verdict: An African-American police officer from Colorado, successfully manages to infiltrate the local Ku Klux Klan and became the head of their local chapter.

Based on the autobiography by Ron Stallworth, this comically exuberant and emotionally dynamic effort co-written and directed by Spike Lee is his most fearlessly accessible to date, a funny, gripping and masterfully satiric and brutally unforgiving experience that ranks alongside his previous politically and racially charged gamechanging films such as "Do The Right Thing" (1989), "Malcolm X" (1992) and the powerful Oscar nominated feature documentary "4 Little Girls" (1997).

John David Washington, son of Denzel Washington, gives a perfectly quirky and gripping performance as Det. Ron Stallworth, along with his co-assigned sidekick Adam Driver as Det. Flip Zimmerman, as well as Robert John Burke, Laura Harrier, Michael Buscemi and Topher Grace as KKK head, David Duke, all excel!

Masterfully balancing itself between the "Blaxploitation" genre, "Crime-Comedy," the "Period Drama" and the "Police Thriller," from afro hair styles, over-sized shirt lapels, platform shoes to bell-bottom trousers, the 1970s period detail is right on the mark, and playfully executed by Spike Lee, and includes a bristling satirical tribute to the "Blaxploitation" films of the period including such classics of the genre as "Shaft" (1971) "Super Fly" (1972) and "Hit Man" (1972), to name a few.

The classic "Gone With The Wind" (1939) receives a relevant and potent inclusion, but it is the "Birth of a Nation" (1916) screening cross-referenced or intertwined between a KKK meeting and the true story of a racial event told by a surprise cameo is just one of the many searing moments that will hold you spellbound.

A superb mix on the power of race relations and entertainment values, there's no doubt about the film's gripping power and taut originality.

To say any more would be an injustice, so in finishing, Spike Lee's "BlacKkKlansman" is a funny, passionate, absurd, angry, exciting, tragic, relevant, outrageous and thrilling experience, a tremendously entertaining and ultimately a monumentally powerful cinematic achievement that packs such an overwhelming punch that will leave you shell-shocked long after the credits are over!

FILM: Cast: Steenburgen,

BOOK CLUB: Diana Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary

Andy Garcia, Craig T. Nelson, Don Johnson, Richard Dreyfuss, Alicia Silverstone.

Genre: Romance/Comedy/Drama.

Year: 2018.

Rating: M. Length: 104 Minutes.

Stars: ***½ Verdict: Four lifelong friends have their lives forever changed after reading "50 Shades of Grey" in their monthly book club.

Delightfully engaging romantic-comedy-drama sparkles brightly due to a stellar cast who have all delivered a much more than significant contribution to cinema and audiences over the decades, and even though they may have not a thing to prove, they pack the screen with enough richly defined credibility, overwhelming personality and endearing charm, that any or all flaws totally immaterial.

Oscar winning veterans Diana Keaton, Jane Fonda, and Mary Steenburgen, and Oscar nominee Candice Bergen, are all having a good time, and so will you, and as for the guys, Andy Garcia, Craig T. Nelson, Don Johnson and Richard Dreyfuss they have not lost an ounce of their charisma and spark, in fact, like their female counterparts, they all seem to be getting better with age.

As for the plot. it may seem a bit pedestrian or formulaic, but no matter, with a solid and effective screenplay, respectful direction and even pacing, this is a laugh out loud, and sometimes poignant, entertaining experience with something for everyone, a most welcome addition to cinemas screens, one that feels like a refreshing glass of iced tea or wine with some old friends on a warm summers day.

Where "Book Club" also excels is in its relevance to the younger generation, as a warm hearted reflection and antidote to those younger audience members who may be concerned about reaching the prime in their lives and what lies beyond, and we all get there sooner than what we think, but no matter here, you're in good hands in this fun romp with four of cinemas great screen legends still very much right at the top of their game!

FILM: Genre: Cast: Liam Neeson,

THE BOUNTY: Historical/Adventure/Drama/Mystery.

Anthony Hopkins, Mel Gibson, Laurence Olivier, Edward Fox,

Daniel Day-Lewis.

Year: 1984/.

Rating: M. Length: 132 Minutes.

Stars: **** Verdict: Beautifully remastered on DVD and Blu-ray, this is the most faithful recreation on the story of Commanding Lieutenant William Bligh and Master's Mate Fletcher Christian and the mutiny on the H.M.S. Bounty in 1789 during an expedition to Tahiti.

Written by Oscar winning "A Man For All Seasons," "Doctor Zhivago" and "Lawrence of Arabia" screenwriter Robert Bolt, and originally intended as a two part epic to be directed by legendary director Sir David Lean, Part One called "The Lawbreakers," that dealt with the voyage out to Tahiti and the subsequent mutiny, and the second part was to have been named "The Long Arm," a study of the journey and the mutineers after the mutiny, as well as the admiralty's response in sending out the frigate HMS Pandora.

Based on the book "Captain Bligh and Mr. Christian" by Richard Hough, and now helmed with Roger Donaldson replacing David Lean, this fifth big screen version of the legendary mutiny is an intelligent, invigorating and resounding triumph thanks to the firm and respectful direction by Roger Donaldson, breathtaking cinematography

by Arthur Ibbetson and a haunting music score by Vangelis.

The A-Grade cast are all right at the top of their game including Anthony Hopkins in a spellbinding performance as the ill-fated Commander William Bligh, Mel Gibson superb as Fletcher Christian, along with screen greats Laurence Olivier and Edward Fox, and early screen roles for Daniel Day-Lewis and Liam Neeson, First filmed as "Mutiny on the Bounty" in 1916, followed by "In The Wake of the Bounty" in 1933 with Errol Flynn, the more fictionalized "Mutiny on the Bounty" in 1935 with Charles Laughton and Clark Gable and the beautifully filmed but overbloated and melodramatic disaster "Mutiny on the Bounty" in 1962 with Marlon Brando, this latest version of the legendary story is the most compelling and haunting of all, as exciting an adventure on the high seas as it can get!

- James Sherlock

Rourke’s Reviews At The Astor ■ Christmas has come early for John Carpenter fans, as brand new 4K restorations of some of his most iconic films will be shown on the huge Astor screen.

For those who have never seen these films, then this will be the best possible way for you to experience them.

For the rest of us who have, then it will be wonderful to see them in a cinema again.

The highly influential filmmaker, who hasn't helmed a feature since the uneven The Ward in 2010, made a triumphant return to the big screen this year, composing the excellent music score for the otherwise forgettable Halloween reboot, collaborating with son Cody.

For more details, please contact The Astor on 9510 1414, or check online at www.astortheatre.net.au Happy viewing.

The Fog ■ (M) (1980). 91 minutes. Thursday December 13, 7.30pm. ****½ After achieving cult followings with Dark Star (1974) and Assault On Precinct 13 (1976), then major box-office success with Halloween (1978), John Carpenter ventured into supernatural territory with The Fog, and delivered a supremely stylish and atmospheric ghost story, which has garnered a beloved fanbase over the ensuing 38 years.

Set in the small coastal town of Antonio Bay, the story moves between popular radio DJ and single mother Stevie Wayne (Adrienne Barbeau), hitchhiker Elizabeth (Jamie Lee Curtis), Nick (Tom Atkins), the friendly local who picks her up, council official Kathy Williams (Janet Leigh), and melancholic priest Father Malone (Hal Holbrook), all of whom have to deal with a deadly, century-old curse, connected to a ship's crew that were deliberately run aground by the town founders.

As the body count begins to rise, this main group try to figure out what is going on and why, and what can be done to stop it.

Carpenter and cinematographer Dean Cundey (who teamed up for a total of five times) afford the film a gorgeous widescreen sheen, while a strong cast make sure the film maintains a solid human centre.

Those wanting graphic gore will be disappointed, but those who prefer a film dripping in atmosphere, then The Fog will hit a resounding bullseye.

There was a remake in 2005, but the less said about it the better.

Escape From New York ■ (M) (1981). 99 minutes. Thursday December 13, screens after The Fog. ****½ Yet another of Carpenter's western homages, this sci-fi take on the Man With No Name is an absolute treat, making the most of the first substantial budget ($6 million) handed to him.

has become a maximum security prison, with the city walled off and under heavy military supervision.

When the plane carrying the President of the United States (Donald Pleasence) crash-lands inside, Security Chief Hauk ( Lee Van Cleef) enlists the help of Snake Plissken (Kurt Russell), a former green beret recently arrested for armed robbery, and who doesn't care about the fate of the Commander in Chief.

Forced to complete the mission within a tight time frame, Plissken will encounter dangerous criminals and crazies, while also securing help from a ragtag group of inmates (played by Harry Dean Stanton, Ernest Borgnine, and Adrienne Barbeau), but his foe is a formidable one, namely The Duke (Isaac Hayes), who controls New York with an iron fist.

What seemed like a far-fetched premise in 1981 seems less-so today, but Carpenter and co-writer Nick Castle never forget to keep the tale entertaining, and the director fills the movie with terrific, eccentric performances.

Like Halloween and The Fog, this a great-looking film, with Carpenter using locations to maximum effect. Russell is wonderful in a role he would return to in 1996's Escape From L.A. A proposed remake has been in the pipeline for years, with everyone from Gerard Butler to Chris Hemsworth being touted to play Plissken.

The Thing

■ (MA) (1982). 109 minutes. Friday December 21, 7.30pm. ***** Laced with stunning effects that still astound today, this remake of the 1951 classic was a critical and box-office disappointment when first released, but has since gone on to be deservedly re-appraised as one of the best horror/sci-fi movies ever made.

The team at an Antarctic US research station suddenly find themselves under siege by an aggressive alien organism, which can perfectly imitate other life-forms, leading to paranoia and chaos.

Carpenter is in peak form here, perfectly blending his love for the Howard Hawks produced (and many say directed) version with a more faithful adaptation of the 1938 novella by John W. Campbell Jr., solidly encapsulated by screenwriter Bill Lancaster (son of Burt).

There is exceptional lensing once more by cinematographer Dean Cundey, a creepy, minimalist score by Ennio Morricone, and some of the most inventive and imaginative practical special effects seen on the big screen (created by Rob Bottin, who also worked on The Howling and Robocop), craftsmanship which inspired an entire generation of make-up artists. The cast is superb, headed by Carpenter regular Kurt Russell, and includes Keith David, Richard Masur, Wilford Brimley, David Clennon, Donald Moffat, Richard Dysart, and Charles Hallahan. A prequel was produced in 2011, but in reality it was a thinly disguised remake, lacking everything that made the 1982 version so special.

- Aaron Rourke

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9. ANT-MAN AND THE WASP [Action/ Fantasy/Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Evangeline Lilly].

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Exceptional Lifestyle Property This unique lifestyle property blends a serene private country lifestyle with the breathtaking views of the Gippsland Lakes. Situated on the Great Alpine Road, just five minutes from Bairnsdale, the property is accessed by a long tree-lined drive. The current owners have maintained the property at the highest level. The modern very open plan design is perfect for entertaining and takes advantage of the 300-degree vista with expansive terraces overlooking rolling lawns and sweeping views of the Gippsland Lakes to the south and snow-topped mountains to the west.

Immaculately maintained park-like gardens surround the home, providing a peaceful environment to spend time watching the sunset, and enjoying a wine by the campfire. There are six well-fenced paddocks, two dams, town water, solar power and on-the-grid power. Ample shedding with bathroom and toilet enclosed.

The residence is approx. 42 sq., four large bedrooms, main with walk-in robe and ensuite, office and large main room, open plan design for entertaining. Picture windows to enjoy the views of the Gippsland Lakes. There is also a country shack with kitchen, barbecue, and toilet faciolities for real country cook-outs.

Five minutes drive from Bairnsdale CBD, train station, easily accessible to buses, an abundance of cafes and restaurants, supermarkets, boutique shops, hospital, quality schools and the beauty of the Gippsland Lakes close by.

The only way to fully appreciate what this property has to offer is by “having a look yourself�

The owners will make you most welcome for any viewing. Contact: Kim Ashwood, 0421 868 147; Greg Carter, 0409 418 332.

$1.79 million

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Killingworth Hill Cafe & Whisky Bar 36 Killingworth Rd, Killingworth (Yea) Open 11am-8pm Friday-Sunday

The café and whisky bar wil be open each day from 11am between Wednesday December 26 and Sunday January 13 Today’s Menu Charcuterie Boards: Your choice of a meat platter, cheese platter, terrine platter or fish platter all accompanied with fresh home grown and made produce, for example, vegetables, gluten free pesto’s, chutneys, nuts, etc,

Fresh Gourmet Pizzas Fresh Homemade Pies Dessert: As per display cabinet Teas/Coffee: Assortment of Herbal Teas and classic Teas & Coffee, Cappuccino, Latte Mug Short/Long Black or Plunger Coffee

Don’t forget our Famous Devonshire Tea We strive for excellence, we do not rest until our best is better We guarantee our products 100%.

If unsatisfactory, please advise staff who will replace or refund immediately

Are you arranging your staff Christmas party or a get-together before the big day? The team at Killingworth Hill Café & Whisky Bar will happily host your party Why not call us to discuss your requirements and make a booking?

Killingworth Hill Cafe & Whisky Bar Phone: 0455 266 888 www.killingworthhill.com.au

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PROUDLY RUN BY LOCALS, FOR LOCALS

The Yenckens group are a family owned business that can cater to a broad range of your hardware needs Our stores carry a huge range of products from timber to steel, electrical to plumbing and automotive, housewares, camping, paint and garden supplies. We have everything you need, including the kitchen sink!

If we don’t stock, we will sure try to find it No job is to big or small with the helpful advice and friendly service from our staff

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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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■ I can clearly remember seeing the film Rock Around the Clock at the Majestic Theatre in Flinders St,Melbourne, in 1956.

During the film the teenage audience were dancing in the isles to the new sound of ‘Rock and Roll’.

I remember talking to my mate Peter Robinson on the way out, Peter was so inspired he went on to learn to play bass and sang with The Strangers and also The Seekers.

That was a momentous film - we were introduced to Bill Haley, Freddie Bell and the Bellboys and a sensational afro-American singing group The Platters.

I couldn't wait to buy their latest records and hear the brand new songs.

The Platters were an American singing group originally formed by Herb Reed in 1953 but went through several changes to the line-up before becoming famous.

The title for the group came from records or Platters’ as many of the disc-jockeys called them.

They were signed to Federal Records and a management contract with songwriter Buck Ram. Only You, their first hit record for Mercury Records in July 1955 was originally written

by Buck Ram for The Inkspots.

Their second hit song, The Great Pretender, s now regarded as one of the great classic rock classics of all time.

The members of the group in 1956 were Herb

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Reed, Tony Williams, David Lynch, Paul Robi and Zola Taylor. In the film Rock Around The Clock they performed both Only You and The Great Pretender.

In the same year they appeared in their second film The Girl Can't Help It and performed You'll Never Know.

In 1957 The Platters were in Australia in the Lee Gordon Big Show and toured with Bill Haley, LaVerne Baker, Freddie Bell and The Bellboys and Big Joe Turner.

I notice there is a mint condition program from that show for sale on the internet and they want $400 for it.

In the years that followed The Platters had more hit songs with My Prayer, Twilight Time,

● The Platters Harbour Lights and a wonderful version of 200 concerts each year. Herb was the last surSmoke Gets in your Eyes. The group had 40 hit viving member of the original Platters until he singles on the American Billboard charts be- passed away in 2012. The Platters were intween 1955 and 1967 including four number one ducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and the Vocal Hall of Fame in 1998. hits.

Kevin Trask The Platters were the first Rock and Roll Kevin can be heard on 3AW group to have an album in the top 10 charts.

Over the years The Platters appeared in 27 The Time Tunnel - on Nightline - Thursdays at 10pm with Philip Brady and films mainly in the soundtracks.

Simon Owens.

The members of the group continued to change over the years and as they left they Mike Till Midnight - Saturday nights at 9pm with Mike Brady and Chris Ryan. formed their own Platters group.

And on 96.5 FM At one stage there were four Platters groups That's Entertainment - Sundays performing throughout the world. at 12 Noon for two hours.

Herb Reed had his own group and did about

Mini's meagre mileage over many years OK. With John O’Keefe Rod Stewart returns

● Rod Stewart ■ After an absence of 15 years or more, Rod Stewart has announced he will tour Australia next year, sometime in the July to November period.

Frontier Touring are promoting the tour and tickets are already on sale at the usual outlets.

Pay day for Judge Judy

■ Judy Sheindlin is the world’s highest paid TV star. Judy who ? She is also known by her stage name of Judge Judy, seen locally on the Ten Network.

Her net worth is $ 400 million, including $ 147 million she makes from her TV show and sale of 5200 episodes of Judge Judy, plus on going eps.

Her net worth ranks her the 48 th richest self-made woman in USA.

● This little red Austin Mini’s one lady owner clocked up just 6500 kilometres ■ A little red 1989 Austin Mini whose ceived was a boxy little auto into which one lady owner had driven a mere four people could be literally shoe6500km in her whole 29 years of horned, and which had a transverse ownership, equating to a miniscule onengine and gearbox that allowed for a revolutionary, fuel-efficient frontaverage four kilometres a week, has wheel drive – something drivers ust fetched an amazing 13,000 pounds around the world instantly took to, and Sterling (AU$22,654) at auction in the which is still as in-vogue today as all UK. those decades ago.

Amazing, because that lady had And the little red 1989 Austin Mini paid a touch over just 1900 pounds that’s just sold in the UK with that ex(A$3361) when she’d bought her little traordinarily low 6500 kilometres afMini new all those years before. ter 29 years on the road (meaning an The concept of the Mini actually average use of just 222km a year, or a goes back a further 30-odd years betouch over a mere four kilometres a fore that to 1957 when head of the week,) still had its original sale conMorris Car Company, Sir Leonard tract in the glovebox, original handLord foreshadowed a place for a book and keys and supplier company’s small, fuel-efficient and budget-priced windscreen sticker, and the original family car in view of a looming world 1980’s style registration disc holder. fuel crisis, and tasked his top engiAnd while he’s paid around a third neer, Alec Issigonis with heading up a more than the 10,000 pounds the car eam of designers to bring about just was expected to sell for at auction, its new owner says he bought it both to such a vehicle. with David Ellis enjoy driving, and as an investment.

Amongst ideas that team con-

Struth

Water on the brain

■ Despite knowing 3AW presenter/Carols singer Denis Walter for 40 years, or more, fellow broadcaster Mike Brady referred to hs friend as Denis Waters in a voice - over promoting a big time Carols gig in Geelong.

To make matters worse the station let the incorrect announcement go to air.

Mike , your homework is to write out 100 times ‘Water , water, everywhere – there’s only one Denis Walter’.

Stocking filler

■ What a year it’s been for Grant Denyer. His latest project is to release a single titled Driving Home for Christmas –it’s in music stores now with proceeds going to Rural Aid. Great idea for a stocking filler.

Bets on vets

■ Back in 2008 Ten launched Bondi Vet, and at same time launched the career of Dr Chris Brown. Bondi Vet became a ratings winner, was sold overseas and Dr Chris bobbed up as Ten talent on other shows.

Now Nine has commissioned an identical program but no Dr Chris, yet a lookalike is part of the cast. Nine has re-named their version Coast to Coast and will be on air in New Year.

- John O’Keefe

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Mudgee shows growth, diversity

By Rob Foenander info@countrycrossroads com.au

Summer Sounds ■ St Kilda's Memo Music Hall will play host to a number of local artists who've called and still call St Kilda home.

The spotlight on a selection of these performers will be part of the Summer Sounds St Kilda 2019.

Hugo Race, Mikelangelo, Kim Salmon, Harry Howard and The NDE, Lisa Miller, Alma Zygier, Paul Williamson's Hammond Combo, Jack Howard, Acland Street Express and more are scheduled to perform.

Tickets at the Memo.Good Friday Appeal.

Country at Highett ■ The next Country Comes To Town showcase will be held at the Highett Bowls Club on Saturday, February 2, commencing 6pm.

Artists appearing on the day will be Rattlincane, The Prairie Oysters, The Long and Short of It and Anthony Taylor.

Tickets are $10 for members and $20 for public at the door or at www.trybooking.com/ ZGOT

Bungalow C’mas ■ A night of festive spirit with Christmas songs and more is on offer at the The Bungalow - Sandown Regency on Friday, December 21.

Tre 2 Che with Kelvin and Vanessa will entertain from 7.30pm till 11am.

Dinner bookings at the Regency.

- Rob Foenander

■ I received a reminder recently of just how much the Central Western NSW winegrowing district of Mudgee had grown since the days I was working there as a young, recently graduated winemaker in the early-to-mid-1980s.

The reminder came in the form of bottles of five different trophy winners from the 2018 Mudgee Wine Show.

Only one of the five producers was known to me as a participant in the Mudgee wine industry of those days, and even Robert Stein's vineyard was still a small child that had only just produced its first wines.

Petersons, best known as a Hunter Valley producer, had apparently planted its first Mudgee grapes in 1981 but had certainly never produced a local wine in my day.

The producers of the five wines are all known to me - except for Haydn and Erika Harrison's 1838 label, which takes its name from the year in which Mudgee was gazetted.

Indeed, I recall Robert Oatley's Rosemount Estate, based in the Upper Hunter, buying significant parcels of Mudgee red grapes in the late 1970s and early-to-mid1980s.

He'd tasted how rich the reds from the district could be, so I was hardly surprised when he decided to establish a vineyard at Mudgee.

The 2018 Mudgee Wine Show judging was done under the chair-

● Pia Merrick and local winemaker David Lowe manship of Mike DeGaris, with WINE REVIEWS stonefruit part of the flavour specassistance from judges Annette 1838 Wines 2018 Classic trum. It's a spectacular wine that Lacey, Usher Tinkler, James French-Style Rosé ($25, winner of shows just why Mudgee is regarded Horsfall and Pia Merrick. trophy for Best Rosé Wine): Asum- as a natural home for chardonnay.

WINE OF THE WEEK Apart from the three wines re- mary in a glassful of the sort of wine Robert Oatley Vineyards 2017 viewed, five wines tasted also in- we should be drinking just so much cluded Petersons 2012 Semillon of in many parts of Australia so Pocketwatch Shiraz ($17, winner of trophy for Most Outstanding Red (trophy for the show's Best much of the year.

Semillon) and Bunnamagoo Estate Our climate, our lifestyle and, Wine of Show): for me, this is what 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot increasingly, our choice of food, so Mudgee is all about - hearty, fill(winner of the Carlo Corino Tro- suit this dry, refreshing, zappy drink. flavoured dry reds. The name celphy for Best Red Wine not Shiraz Robert Stein 2017 Reserve ebrates Robert Oatley's ancestor, or Cabernet).

Chardonnay ($40, winner of tro- James Oatley, a convict and watchmaker who rose to become Keeper The late Carlo Corino, inciden- phy for Best Chardonnay): tally, lived across the road from me This wine soon loses the obvi- of the Sydney Town Hall Clock. in Mudgee and was for many years ous oakiness it shows on first open- The wine shows plenty of darkthe chief winemaker at Montrose ing and reveals a stack of robust berry flavours and will certainly Estate. but round varietal characters in the reward medium-to-long-term cellaring.

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Kinglake was named after author I always liked the men who attended me on these Eastern travels, for they were all of them brave, cheeryhearted fellows; and although their following my career brought upon them a pretty large share of those toils and hardships which are so much more amusing to gentlemen than to servants, yet not one of them ever uttered or hinted a syllable of complaint, or even affected to put on an air of resignation. I always liked them, but never perhaps so much as when they were thus grouped together under the light of the bivouac fire. I felt towards them as my comrades rather than as my servants, and took delight in breaking bread with them, and merrily passing the cup.

The love of tea is a glad source of fellow-feeling between the Englishman and the Asiatic. In Persia it is drunk by all, and although it is a luxury that is rarely within the reach of the Osmanlees, there are few of them who do not know and love the blessed tchai. Our camp-kettle, filled from the brook, hummed doubtfully for a while, then busily bubbled under the sidelong glare of the flames; cups clinked and rattled; the fragrant steam ascended, and soon this little circlet in the wilderness grew warm and genial as my lady’s drawingroom.

And after this there came the tchibouque — great comforter of those that are hungry and wayworn.

And it has this virtue — it helps to destroy the gene and awkwardness which one sometimes feels at being in company with one’s dependents; for whilst the amber is at your lips, there is nothing ungracious in your remaining silent, or speaking pithily in short inter-whiff sentences. And for us that night there was pleasant and plentiful matter of talk; for the where we should be on the morrow, and the wherewithal we should be fed, whether by some ford we should regain the western bank of Jordan, or find bread and salt under the tents of a wandering tribe, or whether we should fall into the hands of the Philistines, and so come to see death — the last and greatest of all “the fine sights” that there be — these were questionings not dull nor wearisome to us, for we were all concerned in the answers. And it was not an allimagined morrow that we probed with our sharp guesses, for the lights of those low Philistines, the men of the caves, still hung over our heads, and we knew by their yells that the fire of our bivouac had shown us.

At length we thought it well to seek for sleep. Our plans were laid for keeping up a good watch through the night. My quilt and my pelisse and my cloak were spread out so that I might lie spokewise, with my feet towards the central fire. I wrapped my limbs daintily round, and gave myself positive orders to sleep like a veteran soldier. But I found that my attempt to sleep upon the earth that God gave me was more new and strange than I had fancied it. I had grown used to the scene which was before me whilst I was sitting or reclining by the side of the fire, but now that I laid myself down at length it was the deep black mystery of the heavens that hung over my eyes — not an earthly thing in the way from my own very forehead right up to the end of all space. I grew proud of my boundless bedchamber. I might have “found sermons” in all this greatness

● Alexander William Kinglake.

Portrait by Harriet M. Haviland (1863) of the caves. The dead bushes (if I had I should surely have slept), but such was not then my way. If this which we found so happily placed in cherished self of mine had built the readiness for our fire had been strewn universe, I should have dwelt with as a fence for the protection of the delight on “the wonders of creation.” little crop. This was the only cultiAs it was, I felt rather the vainglory vated spot of ground which we had of my promotion from out of mere seen for many a league, and I was rooms and houses into the midst of rather sorry to find that our night fire and our cattle had spread so much that grand, dark, infinite palace.

And then, too, my head, far from the ruin upon this poor solitary slip of fire, was in cold latitudes, and it corn-land. seemed to me strange that I should The saddling and loading of our be lying so still and passive, whilst beasts was a work which generally the sharp night breeze walked free took nearly an hour, and before this over my cheek, and the cold damp was half over daylight came. We clung to my hair, as though my face could now see the men of the caves. grew in the earth and must bear with They collected in a body, amountthe footsteps of the wind and the fall- ing, I should think, to nearly fifty, and ing of the dew as meekly as the grass rushed down towards our quarters of the field. Besides, I got puzzled with fierce shouts and yells. But the and distracted by having to endure nearer they got the slower they went; heat and cold at the same time, for I their shouts grew less resolute in tone, was always considering whether my and soon ceased altogether. The felfeet were not over-devilled and lows, however, advanced to a thicket whether my face was not too well within thirty yards of us, and behind iced. And so when from time to time this “took up their position.” My men the watch quietly and gently kept up without premeditation did exactly that the languishing fire, he seldom, I which was best; they kept steadily to think, was unseen to my restless their work of loading the beasts witheyes. Yet at last, when they called out fuss or hurry; and whether it was me and said that the morn would that they instinctively felt the wisdom soon be dawning, I rose from a state of keeping quiet, or that they merely of half-oblivion not much unlike to obeyed the natural inclination to sisleep, though sharply qualified by a lence which one feels in the early sort of vegetable’s consciousness of morning, I cannot tell, but I know that, having been growing still colder and except when they exchanged a sylcolder for many and many an hour. lable or two relative to the work they were about, not a word was said. I Chapter XIII now believe that this quietness of our The Dead Sea The grey light of the morning party created an undefined terror in showed us for the first time the the minds of the cave-holders and ground which we had chosen for our scared them from coming on; it gave resting-place. We found that we had them a notion that we were relying bivouacked upon a little patch of on some resources which they knew barley plainly belonging to the men not of. Several times the fellows tried

to lash themselves into a state of excitement which might do instead of pluck. They would raise a great shout and sway forward in a dense body from behind the thicket; but when they saw that their bravery thus gathered to a head did not even suspend the strapping of a portmanteau or the tying of a hatbox, their shout lost its spirit, and the whole mass was irresistibly drawn back like a wave receding from the shore.

These attempts at an onset were repeated several times, but always with the same result. I remained under the apprehension of an attack for more than half-an-hour, and it seemed to me that the work of packing and loading had never been done so slowly. I felt inclined to tell my fellows to make their best speed, but just as I was going to speak I observed that every one was doing his duty already; I therefore held my peace and said not a word, till at last Mysseri led up my horse and asked me if I were ready to mount.

We all marched off without hindrance.

After some time we came across a party of Ibrahim’s cavalry, which had bivouacked at no great distance from us. The knowledge that such a force was in the neighbourhood may have conduced to the forbearance of the cave-holders.

We saw a scraggy-looking fellow nearly black, and wearing nothing but a cloth round the loins; he was tending flocks. Afterwards I came up with another of these goatherds, whose helpmate was with him. They gave us some goat’s milk, a welcome present. I pitied the poor devil of a goatherd for having such a very plain wife. I spend an enormous quantity of pity upon that particular form of human misery.

About midday I began to examine my map and to question my guide, who at last fell on his knees and confessed that he knew nothing of the country in which we were. I was thus thrown upon my own resources, and calculating that on the preceding day we had nearly performed a two days’ journey, I concluded that the Dead Sea must be near. In this I was right, for at about three or four o’clock in the afternoon I caught a first sight of its dismal face.

I went on and came near to those waters of death. They stretched deeply into the southern desert, and before me, and all around, as far away as the eye could follow, blank hills piled high over hills, pale, yellow, and naked, walled up in her tomb for ever the dead and damned Gomorrah. There was no fly that hummed in the forbidden air, but instead a deep stillness; no grass grew from the earth, no weed peered through the void sand; but in mockery of all life there were trees borne down by Jordan in some ancient flood, and these, grotesquely planted upon the forlorn shore, spread out their grim skeleton arms, all scorched and charred to blackness by the heats of the long silent years.

I now struck off towards the debouchure of the river; but I found that the country, though seemingly quite flat, was intersected by deep ravines, which did not show themselves until nearly approached. For some time my progress was much obstructed; but at last I came across a track which led towards the river, and which might, as I hoped, bring me to a ford. I found, in fact, when I came

to the river’s side that the track reappeared upon the opposite bank, plainly showing that the stream had been fordable at this place.

Now, however, in consequence of the late rains the river was quite impracticable for baggage-horses. A body of waters about equal to the Thames at Eton, but confined to a narrower channel, poured down in a current so swift and heavy, that the idea of passing with laden baggagehorses was utterly forbidden. I could have swum across myself, and I might, perhaps, have succeeded in swimming a horse over; but this would have been useless, because in such case I must have abandoned not only my baggage, but all my attendants, for none of them were able to swim, and without that resource it would have been madness for them to rely upon the swimming of their beasts across such a powerful stream. I still hoped, however, that there might be a chance of passing the river at the point of its actual junction with the Dead Sea, and I therefore went on in that direction.

Night came upon us whilst labouring across gullies and sandy mounds, and we were obliged to come to a stand-still quite suddenly upon the very edge of a precipitous descent.

Every step towards the Dead Sea had brought us into a country more and more dreary; and this sand-hill, which we were forced to choose for our resting-place, was dismal enough. A few slender blades of grass, which here and there singly pierced the sand, mocked bitterly the hunger of our jaded beasts, and with our small remaining fragment of goat’s-milk rock by way of supper, we were not much better off than our horses. We wanted, too, the great requisite of a cheery bivouac — fire.

Moreover, the spot on which we had been so suddenly brought to a standstill was relatively high and unsheltered, and the night wind blew swiftly and cold.

The next morning I reached the debouchure of the Jordan, where I had hoped to find a bar of sand that might render its passage possible. The river, however, rolled its eddying waters fast down to the “sea” in a strong, deep stream that shut out all hope of crossing.

It now seemed necessary either to construct a raft of some kind, or else to retrace my steps and remount the banks of the Jordan. I had once happened to give some attention to the subject of military bridges — a branch of military science which includes the construction of rafts and contrivances of the like sort — and I should have been very proud indeed if I could have carried my party and my baggage across by dint of any idea gathered from Sir Howard Douglas or Robinson Crusoe. But we were all faint and languid from want of food, and besides, there were no materials. Higher up the river there were bushes and river plants, but nothing like timber; and the cord with which my baggage was tied to the pack-saddles amounted altogether to a very small quantity, not nearly enough to haul any sort of craft across the stream.

And now it was, if I remember rightly, that Dthemetri submitted to me a plan for putting to death the Nazarene, whose misguidance had been the cause of our difficulties.

There was something fascinating in this suggestion, for the slaying of the

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History From Previous Page guide was of course easy enough, and would look like an act of what politicians call “vigour.” If it were only to become known to my friends in England that I had calmly killed a fellow-creature for taking me out of my way, I might remain perfectly quiet and tranquil for all the rest of my days, quite free from the danger of being considered “slow”; I might ever after live on upon my reputation, like “single-speech Hamilton” in the last century, or “single sin — ” in this, without being obliged to take the trouble of doing any more harm in the world. This was a great temptation to an indolent person, but the motive was not strengthened by any sincere feeling of anger with the Nazarene. Whilst the question of his life and death was debated he was riding in front of our party, and there was something in the anxious writhing of his supple limbs that seemed to express a sense of his false position, and struck me as highly comic.

I had no crotchet at that time against the punishment of death, but I was unused to blood, and the proposed victim looked so thoroughly capable of enjoying life (if he could only get to the other side of the river), that I thought it would be hard for him to die merely in order to give me a character for energy. Acting on the result of these considerations, and reserving to myself a free and unfettered discretion to have the poor villain shot at any future moment, I magnanimously decided that for the present he should live, and not die.

I bathed in the Dead Sea. The ground covered by the water sloped so gradually, that I was not only forced to “sneak in,” but to walk through the water nearly a quarter of a mile before I could get out of my depth.

When at last I was able to attempt to dive, the salts held in solution made my eyes smart so sharply, that the pain which I thus suffered, together with the weakness occasioned by want of food, made me giddy and faint for some moments, but I soon grew better. I knew beforehand the impossibility of sinking in this buoyant water, but I was surprised to find that I could not swim at my accustomed pace; my legs and feet were lifted so high and dry out of the lake, that my stroke was baffled, and I found myself kicking against the thin air instead of the dense fluid upon which I was swimming. The water is perfectly bright and clear; its taste detestable. After finishing my attempts at swimming and diving, I took some time in regaining the shore, and before I began to dress I found that the sun had already evaporated the water which clung to me, and that my skin was thickly encrusted with salts.

Chapter XIV The Black Tents My steps were reluctantly turned towards the north. I had ridden some way, and still it seemed that all life was fenced and barred out from the desolate ground over which I was journeying. On the west there flowed the impassable Jordan, on the east stood an endless range of barren mountains, and on the south lay that desert sea that knew not the plashing of an oar; greatly therefore was I surprised when suddenly there broke upon my ear the long, ludicrous, persevering bray of a donkey.

I was riding at this time some few hundred yards ahead of all my party except the Nazarene (who by a wise instinct kept closer to me than to Dthemetri), and I instantly went forward in the direction of the sound, for I fancied that where there were donkeys, there too most surely would be men. The ground on all sides of

me seemed thoroughly void and lifeless, but at last I got down into a hollow, and presently a sudden turn brought me within thirty yards of an Arab encampment. The low black tents which I had so long lusted to see were right before me, and they were all teeming with live Arabs — men, women, and children.

I wished to have let my party behind know where I was, but I recollected that they would be able to trace me by the prints of my horse’s hoofs in the sand, and having to do with Asiatics, I felt the danger of the slightest movement which might be looked upon as a sign of irresolution. Therefore, without looking behind me, without looking to the right or to the left, I rode straight up towards the foremost tent. Before this was strewed a semicircular fence of dead boughs, through which there was an opening opposite to the front of the tent. As I advanced, some twenty or thirty of the most uncouth-looking fellows imaginable came forward to meet me. In their appearance they showed nothing of the Bedouin blood; they were of many colours, from dingy brown to jet black, and some of these last had much of the negro look about them. They were tall, powerful fellows, but awfully ugly. They wore nothing but the Arab shirts, confined at the waist by leathern belts.

I advanced to the gap left in the fence, and at once alighted from my horse.

The chief greeted me after his fashion by alternately touching first my hand and then his own forehead, as if he were conveying the virtue of the touch like a spark of electricity.

Presently I found myself seated upon a sheepskin, which was spread for me under the sacred shade of Arabian canvas. The tent was of a long, narrow, oblong form, and contained a quantity of men, women, and children so closely huddled together, that there was scarcely one of them who was not in actual contact with his neighbour. The moment I had taken my seat the chief repeated his salutations in the most enthusiastic manner, and then the people having gathered densely about me, got hold of my unresisting hand and passed it round like a claret jug for the benefit of every body. The women soon brought me a wooden bowl full of buttermilk, and welcome indeed came the gift to my hungry and thirsty soul.

After some time my party, as I had expected, came up, and when poor Dthemetri saw me on my sheepskin, “the life and soul” of this ragamuffin party, he was so astounded, that he even failed to check his cry of horror; he plainly thought that now, at last, the Lord had delivered me (interpreter and all) into the hands of the lowest Philistines.

Mysseri carried a tobacco-pouch slung at his belt, and as soon as its contents were known the whole population of the tent began begging like spaniels for bits of the beloved weed. I concluded from the abject manner of these people that they could not possibly be thoroughbred Bedouins, and I saw, too, that they must be in the very last stage of misery, for poor indeed is the man in these climes who cannot command a pipeful of tobacco. I began to think that I had fallen amongst thorough savages, and it seemed likely enough that they would gain their very first knowledge of civilisation by ravishing and studying the contents of my dearest portmanteaus, but still my impression was that they would hardly venture upon such an attempt. I observed, indeed, that they did not offer me the bread and salt which I had understood to be the pledges of peace amongst wandering tribes,

but\ I fancied that they refrained from this act of hospitality, not in consequence of any hostile determination, but in order that the notion of robbing me might remain for the present an “open question.” I afterwards found that the poor fellows had no bread to offer. They were literally “out at grass.” It is true that they had a scanty supply of milk from goats, but they were living almost entirely upon certain grass stems, which were just in season at that time of the year.

These, if not highly nourishing, are pleasant enough to the taste, and their acid juices come gratefully to thirsty lips.

Chapter XV Passage of the Jordan And now Dthemetri began to enter into a negotiation with my hosts for a passage over the river. I never interfered with my worthy dragoman upon these occasions, because from my entire ignorance of the Arabic I should have been quite unable to exercise any real control over his words, and it would have been silly to break the stream of his eloquence to no purpose. I have reason to fear, however, that he lied transcendently, and especially in representing me as the bosom friend of Ibrahim Pasha.

The mention of that name produced immense agitation and excitement, and the Sheik explained to Dthemetri the grounds of the infinite respect which he and his tribe entertained for the Pasha. A few weeks before Ibrahim had craftily sent a body of troops across the Jordan. The force went warily round to the foot of the mountains on the east, so as to cut off the retreat of this tribe, and then surrounded them as they lay encamped in the vale; their camels, and indeed all their possessions worth taking, were carried off by the soldiery, and moreover the then Sheik, together with every tenth man of the tribe, was brought out and shot. You would think that this conduct on the part of the Pasha might not procure for his “friend” a very gracious reception amongst the people whom he had thus despoiled and decimated; but the Asiatic seems to be animated with a feeling of profound respect, almost bordering upon affection, for all who have done him any bold and violent wrong, and there is always, too, so much of vague and undefined apprehension mixed up with his really well-founded alarms, that I can see no limit to the yielding and bending of his mind when it is wrought upon by the idea of power.

After some discussion the Arabs agreed, as I thought, to conduct me to a ford, and we moved on towards the river, followed by seventeen of the most able-bodied of the tribe, under the guidance of several greybearded elders, and Sheik Ali Djoubran at the head of the whole detachment. Upon leaving the encampment a sort of ceremony was performed, for the purpose, it seemed, of ensuring, if possible, a happy result for the undertaking.

There was an uplifting of arms, and a repeating of words that sounded like formulae, but there were no prostrations, and I did not understand that the ceremony was of a religious character. The tented Arabs are looked upon as very bad Mahometans.

We arrived upon the banks of the river — not at a ford, but at a deep and rapid part of the stream, and I now understood that it was the plan of these men, if they helped me at all, to transport me across the river by some species of raft. But a reaction had taken place in the opinions of many, and a violent dispute arose upon a motion which seemed to have been made by some honourable member with a view to robbery. The

fellows all gathered together in circle, at a little distance from my party, and there disputed with great vehemence and fury for nearly two hours. I can’t give a correct report of the debate, for it was held in a barbarous dialect of the Arabic unknown to my dragoman. I recollect I sincerely felt at the time that the arguments in favour of robbing me must have been almost unanswerable, and I gave great credit to the speakers on my side for the ingenuity and sophistry which they must have shown in maintaining the fight so well.

During the discussion I remained lying in front of my baggage, which had all been taken from the packsaddles and placed upon the ground.

I was so languid from want of food, that I had scarcely animation enough to feel as deeply interested as you would suppose in the result of the discussion. I thought, however, that the pleasantest toys to play with during this interval were my pistols, and now and then, when I listlessly visited my loaded barrels with the swivel ramrods, or drew a sweet, musical click from my English firelocks, it seemed to me that I exercised a slight and gentle influence on the debate. Thanks to Ibrahim Pasha’s terrible visitation the men of the tribe were wholly unarmed, and my advantage in this respect might have counterbalanced in some measure the superiority of numbers.

Mysseri (not interpreting in Arabic) had no duty to perform, and he seemed to be faint and listless as myself. Shereef looked perfectly resigned to any fate. But Dthemetri (faithful terrier!) was bristling with zeal and watchfulness. He could not understand the debate, which indeed was carried on at a distance too great to be easily heard, even if the language had been familiar; but he was always on the alert, and now and then conferring with men who had straggled out of the assembly. At last he found an opportunity of making a proposal, which at once produced immense sensation; he offered, on my behalf, that if the tribe should bear themselves loyally towards me, and take my party and my baggage in safety to the other bank of the river, I should give them a teskeri, or written certificate of their good conduct, which might avail them hereafter in the hour of their direst need. This proposal was received and instantly accepted by all the men of the tribe there present with the utmost enthusiasm. I was to give the men, too, a baksheish, that is, a present of money, which is usually made upon the conclusion of any sort of treaty; but although the people of the tribe were so miserably poor, they seemed to look upon the pecuniary part of the arrangement as a matter quite trivial in comparison with the teskeri. Indeed the sum which Dthemetri promised them was extremely small, and not the slightest attempt was made to extort any further reward.

The council now broke up, and most of the men rushed madly towards me, and overwhelmed me with vehement gratulations; they caressed my boots with much affection, and my hands were severely kissed.

The Arabs now went to work in right earnest to effect the passage of the river. They had brought with them a great number of the skins which they use for carrying water in the desert; these they filled with air, and fastened several of them to small boughs which they cut from the banks of the river. In this way they constructed a raft not more than about four or five feet square, but rendered buoyant by the inflated skins which supported it.

On this a portion of my baggage was placed, and was firmly tied to it by

the cords used on my pack-saddles.

The little raft with its weighty cargo was then gently lifted into the water, and I had the satisfaction to see that it floated well.

Twelve of the Arabs now stripped, and tied inflated skins to their loins; six of the men went down into the river, got in front of the little raft, and pulled it off a few feet from the bank.

The other six then dashed into the stream with loud shouts and swam along after the raft, pushing it from behind. Off went the craft in capital style at first, for the stream was easy on the eastern side; but I saw that the tug was to come, for the main torrent swept round in a bend near the western bank of the river.

The old men, with their long grey grisly beards, stood shouting and cheering, praying and commanding.

At length the raft entered upon the difficult part of its course; the whirling stream seized and twisted it about, and then bore it rapidly down wards; the swimmers, flagged and seemed to be beaten in the struggle.

But now the old men on the bank, with their rigid arms uplifted straight, sent forth a cry and a shout that tore the wide air into tatters, and then to make their urging yet more strong they shrieked out the dreadful syllables, “‘brahim Pasha!” The swimmers, one moment before so blown and so weary, found lungs to answer the cry, and shouting back the name of their great destroyer, they dashed on through the torrent, and bore the raft in safety to the western bank.

Afterwards the swimmers returned with the raft, and attached to it the rest of my baggage. I took my seat upon the top of the cargo, and the raft thus laden passed the river in the same way, and with the same struggle as before. The skins, however, not being perfectly air-tight, had lost a great part of their buoyancy, so that I, as well as the luggage that passed on this last voyage, got wet in the waters of Jordan. The raft could not be trusted for another trip, and the rest of my party passed the river in a different and (for them) much safer way. Inflated skins were fastened to their loins, and thus supported, they were tugged across by Arabs swimming on either side of them. The horses and mules were thrown into the water and forced to swim over. The poor beasts had a hard struggle for their lives in that swift stream; and I thought that one of the horses would have been drowned, for he was too weak to gain a footing on the western bank, and the stream bore him down. At last, however, he swam back to the side from which he had come. Before dark all had passed the river except this one horse and old Shereef. He, poor fellow, was shivering on the eastern bank, for his dread of the passage was so great, that he delayed it as long as he could, and at last it became so dark that he was obliged to wait till the morning.

I lay that night on the banks of the river, and at a little distance from me the Arabs kindled a fire, round which they sat in a circle. They were made most savagely happy by the tobacco with which I supplied them, and they soon determined that the whole night should be one smoking festival. The poor fellows had only a cracked bowl, without any tube at all, but this morsel of a pipe they handed round from one to the other, allowing to each a fixed number of whiffs. In that way they passed the whole night.

To Be Continued Next Issue

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Sister Olive won the 1921 Melbourne Cup ■ Sister Olive was a three-year-old filly when she won the Melbourne Cup back in 1921.

Jer jockey Teddy O’Sullivan guided her home in a time of three minutes 27.75 seconds.

Nine years later the Cup was won in exactly the same time, the horse – Phar Lap. This Saturday (Dec. 15) sees the running of the Sister Olive Handicap, over 3000 metres, at the Yea Picnic Races.

The local connection is that Sister Olive was trained at Molesworth.

Sister Olive was originally trained

by Jack Williams to be a sprinter, but it wasn’t until jockey O’Sullivan took her out for a test that her true potential was discovered.

After running her, O’Sullivan informed Williams he was training Sister Olive for the wrong races. According to O’Sullivan she was a natural stayer.

At the 1921 Melbourne Cup, Sister Olive began the race approaching the leading group of three and O’Sullivan nursed her through all the way.

As the 16/1 chance raced around the bend for home, O’Sullivan urged the filly along to gain three lengths over Amazonia and win the race.

She raced home in a time of three minutes 27.75 seconds.

The Argus newspaper reported on the betting on the 1921 Melbourne Cup with the headline: ‘Olive! You Beauty!’

“There were several score of men on the course who were delighted with Sister Olive's victory.

“They were the bookmakers.

“Not for a number of years had such a long-priced competitor won the Melbourne Cup, and they celebrated accordingly, by cheering-, yelling, throwing their hats, in the air. and waltzing around with one another on the. grass. .

“During the race, however, they were the most unconcerned Iot of people on the c ourse. A win for any one of the favourites meant paying out a/small fortune.”

The Argus had described the lead-up to the race: “It was a sweltering day; a day of low visibility, and drops of rain were on the footpaths as early as 8 o'clock in the morning.

“From that moment it was known that the day was not to be a riot of colour. The more courageous of the women wore their favour ite colours, but they had a second string in a raincoat.

“But alas! In many ca ses the ust coat, light, and in harmony with the costume, had to serve as a raincoat.

“It was a flimsy creation which held the dust, and the dust held tbe moisture.

“At ten minutes to 2 o'clock there was a large quantity of dust at Flemington apart from that which was on tlie ground. And then the rain came, not heavily, but in large drops which might have boen, dodged if people .had not rushed for cover.”

Press correspondent ‘Booklyn’ wrote: “People flock to Flemington on the first Tuesday in November each year to see the Melbourne Cup decided.

“The event is recognised as Australia's most important race and usually the pick of the horses likely to run out a strenuous two miles compete.

“This year the race was still looked upon as a great event, but

● Sister Olive wins the Melbourne Cup in 1921.

“Weight will tell, but every one with the instincts of a sportsman hopes that the champion will have a good passage and will win or fail on his merits.

“His opponents, a good looking, well trained lot of thoroughbreds, have made theirway to the post. The suspense is almost unbearable.

“One turns to look at the scene.

Every seat in the grandstands and other places of vantage are occupied.

“The spacious lawns are black with people. What a densely packed crowd. Among them are several poor, helpless creatures in their cots.

“Yes, there was a war, but to-day ● The Argus (Nov. 2, 1921) reported the Cup win. we must forget such things. After all, added interest was given to it because “Different in colour, but in mark- the great clash of arms twas only a a Western Australian-owned horse, ings somewhat similar to Carbine, passing cog in the wheel of time.

Eurythmic, had been set the task of maybe a heritage from his great rela“The weather is anxiously equalling Carbine's record estab- tive, Eurythmic leisurely makes his watched, for it is cloudy, close and lished 31 years ago, and among the way down the straight, his massive warm. Just before the third race some great throng were many people from shoulders showing tremendous light rain falls and a few minutes prior the Western State. power. to the Cup there is a clap of thunder “Like thousands of others they “Then McLachlan wheels him and up go umbrellas. had worked themselves up to an un- round and in a second wonderful ac“But it is nothing. The roar in the usual state of excitement and expec- tion is brought into play. vicinity of the betting ring has almost tation. “Could it be possible that “There is the movement of the ceased, and a strange quietness another greyhound on a bigger scale. It is a reigns.

Carbine had arisen? Would Euryth- free and easy gait and the well de“All eyes are turned in the one mic perform the almost impossible veloped muscles work with fascinat- direction, watching the riders of 25 task? ing regularity. horses lining them up at the barrier.

“The doings of Carbine and Eu“He quickens his pace, and a Where is the favourite? There he is, rythmic have been discussed in ev- great driving force comes into ac- about seventh from the rails. He is ery detail, and from all aspects the tion as if some unseen piston rod is skittish. general consensus of opinion was propelling the whole.

“Up go the ropes and at the same that if Eurythmic succeeded he “He strides along with apparently instant there is a cry, "Eurythmic is would not be Carbine's equal but his a featherweight in the saddle, but away badly." And so he was. superior. before the end of the journey those “Passing the stand, however, he “A whisper goes round the course 145 pounds will not be such a light was in a much better position than that Dempsey, who has ridden Eu- burden. he was last year, when he was half rythmic in all his races since the “Good to look upon and fit to race turned round when the barrier rose. champion left Western Australia, for a kingdom this is the Eurythmic “Racing in the middle of the field would be.unable to ride. What a pity! who came into the racing world and he is still nicely placed. Six furlongs Dempsey knew all the peculiarities proved himself a peer among his from home lightly weighted horses of the horse. kind. have, and are still, making the tasks “W. H. McLachlan, who has rid “This is the great horse that many of the heavy weights more difficult. den in many Melbourne Cups, and times has taught a large section of “At the home turn Eurythmic is has won three of them, is to have the the com munity of the Common- within striking distance, going well mount. wealth, just as the boys from the with in himself, and looking all over “The.time draws near. Never has Swan River and our footballers did a winner, for we all know his great a racecourse crowd so anxiously recently, and ·just as others will pace. Some thing has happened. awaited a Melbourne Cup. surely do, that Western Australia "The favourite; look at him!"

“Here comes the champion, for must be reckoned with in sport and “In a second he has dropped out if he wins or loses he is Australia's pastimes as in other things. of the race, and the well bred filly champion to-day.

“Once before in 1905 a Western Sister Olive has won, the Cup for “The genuine cheers as the hand- Australian owned horse won the Mr. F. W. Norman, one of the most some chestnut steps on to the track Melbourne Cup, but he did not have popular members of the Victorian are good to listen to, and one realises the burden of 10.5 on his back.

Club.

“One wonders what his feelings are to win the Melbourne Cup. “Yes, Mr. Norman is a supremely happy man.”

Writer ‘Cardigan’ in The Arrow noted: “Sister Olive's Melbourne Cup win only goes to again demonstrate that a fair staying three-yearold is a hard nut to crack in the big Flemington race.

“They have the pull in the weights over the older horses, and it is marvellous what difference a few pounds makes at the end of a fast run two miles race.

“Strictly on form it was hard to stand Sister Olive, as although I selected her in these columns last week as the best of the outsiders, I could not by any stretch of imagination see her beating Purser, and that was the general opinion of those that saw the Caulfield Cup. “In that race Purser finished better than her, and was meeting her on much the same terms. However, she has evidently improved with racing, and is a genuine stayer, whereas Purser found the last furlong too much.

“To look at Sister Olive is a very nice mare, being a chestnut somewhat after the same color as Richmond Main, and has a white face and hind leg.

“She is not massive, but is a medium-sized filly, thickly set, and next year should be a very fine mare.

“Her owner, Mr. Fred Norman, is an enthusiastic owner, breeder and punter, and his success would be very popular amongst Melbourne sporting men, as he is a prominent member of the Victorian Club, and takes an active interest in the affairs of that body.

“He bred Sister Olive himself, and owns her sire, Red Dennis, whom racegoers in Sydney will remember as being a member of W. Kelso's team not many years ago.”

Bluebloods.com says: “Red Dennis was one of so many imported horses to race in Australia during and immediately after the Great War and in a brief career on Australian tracks the son of the very good sire (but poor racehorse), Tredennis, won the valuable Australia Day Cup at the old Williamstown course.

“The filly’s dam, Jubilee Queen, was equine royalty, being by the excellent stallion Positano (the sire of four Melbourne Cup winners) from the imported mare Tragedy Queen, the dam of the 1910 Cup winner and champion sire, Comedy King.

“When retired to stud Sister Olive would continue the female line excellence as the dam of the star miler Manolive and fourth dam of the Hall of Famer Tobin Bronze.”

The Age newspaper reported: “Residents of Yea were delighted when the news came to hand that the locally bred mare Sister Olive had won the Melbourne Cup. “Red Dennis, her sire, for several years has been on Mr. Norman’s Yea property, the Clarendon Stud Farm, were greatly interested in Sister Olive's prospects.”

Mr Norman had raced a number of horses with the prefix “Sister’, believing it was lucky for him. These included Sister Flo and Sister Patience. ‘Olive’ was named after his daughter Olive.

The Standard said: “Nearly all the Alexandra "punters" had their money on the "also rans”.”

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DIAMOND VALLEY CRICKET ASSOCIATION SCOREBOARD

SEYMOUR DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATION SCOREBOARD A-GRADE

Steele 75 R Mittica 66* S Kemp 56 W Dow 46 D Earp 5/81 ME Komen 2/66. Eltham 0/34 G Turner 30* v Banyule 187 AS Clapton 73 DA Campbell 38 L Wilson 5/35 G Turner 2/30 LB Waldron 2/64. Heidelberg 134 B Nihill 44 H Frazer 42 SC Barnett 4/44 M Zealley 2/27 v Bundoora United. Greensborough 153 MJ Lower 44 S Salpigtidis 34 UJ Ranasinghe 5/43 RD Thomas 4/28 v Old Paradians 0/26.

■ Results. Round 9. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Kilmore 215 S Topham 79 M Rose 47 J Walton 30 B Tarran 7/54 C Armstrong 2/41 v Yea Tigers. Avenel 3/30 A Dundon 3/12 v Tallarook 124 L Irving 42. Broadford 7/136 TJ Dunne 36 A Wood 26 EW Mills 25 F Lewis 3/ 26 D Bergowicz 2/9 v Eastern Hill 83 S Hanley 51 J Connell 5/33 N Woods 2/24.

MASH SHIELD

B-GRADE

■ Results. Round 10. Saturday, December 8.

Eastern Hill 8/146(cc) P Speechley 61 AD Withers 3/23 def by Broadford 4/151 AB Brennan 49 MW Irving 42 L Collier 37 P Speechley 3/16.

Tallarook 0 defAvenel 3/0. Yea Tigers 3/68 CA Dennehy 2/16 def Kilmore 57. Seymour 86 J Purcell 3/7 J Kidd 3/21 J Ladd 2/24 def by Alexandra 142 S Whitehead 36 J Williamson 31* DL Malcolm 29 B Boddington 4/20 B Pointon 3/32 J Frankel 2/30. Royals v Pyalong.

C-GRADE

■ Results. Round 10. Saturday, December 8.

Broadford Red v Puckapunyal Nomads.

Puckapunyal Wanderers defEastern Hill.

Pyalong v Broadford Black. Alexandra 6/89 J Williamson 3/21 D Fountain 2/26 def Seymour 85 MC Woldhuis 29. Kilmore 148 def Royals 70.

UNDER 14

■ Results. Round 8. Saturday, December 8.

Kilmore White 2/85(cc) def Kilmore Blue 7/ 82(cc) S Partridge 31*. Eastern Hill 5/94 E South 2/9 def Broadford 90 D Teohaere 30* Z Kilroy 25. Alexandra 4/85(cc) D Jack 31* def Avenel 2/84(cc) B Ezard 33* H Wall 25* L Wal 2/5.

YEA TIGERS CRICKET CLUB REPORT ■ This weekend saw Yea travel to Kilmore in A-Grade for their first two-day match of the season.

The hosts won the toss and elected to bat first on a flat wicket, but it was Yea who made the better start, taking their first wicket with the score on 3 amid some tight bowling.

From this point on however it was Kilmore who took control of proceedings, with a couple of strong partnerships pushing the score up to 3/ 167, looking odds on for a large total.

However, the medium pace duo of Ben Tarran and Cam Armstrong wrestled the game back on to more even terms for Yea. Tarran was the chief destroyer with figures of 7/54, and was ably supported by Armstrong with 2/41.

Kilmore's innings eventually came to a close when they were bowled out for 215 in the 79th over.

Yea knows they will have to bat well next weekend to chase the runs, however recent form suggests they are more than capable.

- Andrew Chisholm

● Vicki Butler and Terry Chaplin after their win at Yea Golf Club.

YEA GOLF CLUB REPORT condition and received praise as well for the great arvo tea. Also on Saturday afternoon five men contested a stableford event with Michael Spagnolo (7) with 33 points winning from Rick Wills (7) on 30. There was no NTP on the 11th and Trevor Connell secured the Club Award.

Wednesday saw the Ladies play Club Mandalay for their Christmas breakup.

The men played a stableford event at Yea. Winner with 40 points was Neil Peterson (14) with Runner Up Ivor Brayley (27) on 38 and third Ken Whitford (8) with 37. NTP was Ken Whitford on the 2nd and David Ngo won the Club Award.

Thursday saw Terry Chaplin, Alan Pell, Jeff Aurisch and Eildon’s Colin Long combine in a four PersonAmbrose for the Dalhousie Veterans Christmas Event at Broadford Golf Club.

With 63 off the stick (7 birdies) the boys came third out of 20 teams. Next year’s vets fees ($20) are due and payable to Terry Chaplin on or before the next event in mid January.

Today (Wed.) sees the Midweek Christmas Lunch with Kris Kringle. It is a Mixed Ambrose event, with members bringing a plate for lunch plus a gift for KK. Next Saturday, because of the local races at Yea, all members are invited to play at Strathbogie GC. Be there at 11am for 11.30am hit-off.

- Alan Pell

EAST CENTRAL DISTRICT RIFLE ASSOCIATION REPORT

■ What a day: Friday was a Total Fire Ban day with weather conditions totally unsuitable for target shooting.

Fortunately we got through the day and the YEA late cool change allowed the members of the East Central District Rifle Association to reGOLF CLUB think the plans for Saturday and yes, the ChristREPORT mas Shoot preparation day could go ahead.

David Wallace reported: “It was a good day, ■ Saturday saw the rescheduled Dalhousie Saturday, at the Violet Town Shooting Complex Mixed 4BBB event played at Royal Yea Golf with weather conditions including a little rain Club. before the shoot then the sun broke through and This event was originally cancelled due to it was hot and steamy. rain and reprogrammed to the weekend. The was a period of dark clouds threatenwinners with an unbelievable score of 54 points ing"There a downpour only to deliver a sprinkle. were Yea’s Ladies Captain Vicky Butler and “The wind was quiet variable blowing up the the Club’s bar supervisor Terry Chaplin.

South, through to and West of the range An outstanding effort averaging three points with the wind flagsEast standing straight out.” (over per hole. Twenty two pairs contested the event 30kph gusts). which was played early on Saturday to avoid “For the first time this year all that didn’t the heat. matter as most of the shooters were there to trial Second place went to Vicki Butler/Alan Pell and test, equipment and ammunition and just with 51 points. have a good time together including sharing stoThe Club presented the course in excellent

EAST CENTRAL DISTRICT RIFLE ASSOCIATION REPORT ries. We had all the equipment out including the Chronograph and compared it with Chronos of a different construction the good news is the two were very close to each other instilling confidence in the results.

“The wind was a nuisance for Geoff as on both of his ranges he was shooting for a 60 up until the last shot which the VT wind stole from him.

“Visitor, Nick, wanted to test his rifle and we were able to accommodate him and luckily for him the chronograph was out so he could record information regarding the load he was using.

“During the day we also tested the 100m range equipment for the next weekend’s Christmas shoot and a small working bee was needed to service Norm’s 22 style limited exposure targets.

"A little bit of oil the tightening of a few screws and calibration and it was ready for use.

“As always the kettle was on and the cuppa was most welcome.”

An invitation is extended to all ECDRA members and friends to the Christmas Shoot next Saturday - weather permitting.

Members are reminded to check the website ECDRA.com.au for the latest information. If you intend to come please let Rosco know.

New shooters are most welcome and they should use the information on the website to contact the secretary if they plan to come.

- Robert Chaffe

DIAMOND VALLEY CRICKET ASSOCIATION SCOREBOARD BARCLAY SHIELD

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Macleod v Montmorency 9/189(cc) J Taylor 61 D Leahy 28 R Shaman 28 D Falcke 3/23 R Brandt 2/32. Plenty 251 G Zull 64 JA Sacchetta 44 DL Connelley 37 D Cocking 29 K Peters 29 N Carlton 3/35 S Dunbar 2/25 S Shelton 2/43 J Wolczko 2/58v Rosanna 0/1.

Lower Eltham 137 A Hone 36 J Curtis 31 A Villani 6/32 TJ Knox 2/38 v Riverside 2/19 L Burgoyne 2/7. Diamond Creek 3/247(cc) TN McLean 114* JAdams 43* C Dean 32 v Epping.

Bundoora 8/205(cc) N Sharma 81 MB Kodamullage 35 JC Young 2/28 LS Anderson 2/50 A Tsapatsaris 2/55 v North Eltham Wanderers.

MONEY SHIELD

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Mill Park 4/40 J Lyon 28* NM Rowe 3/ 20 v Lower Plenty 5/314(dec) J Henkel 93* NJ Gardiner 81 D Fielding 76 H Castle 2/65 D Yakupiti 2/73. Mernda v Lalor Stars 8/298(cc) J

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. South Morang v Panton Hill 9/182(cc) M Selleck 32 A McCrabb 29 J Barton 26 KS Heckmann 3/16 R Bonnici 3/55 M Jones 2/39.

Thomastown United 57 SR Velagala 5/10 A Cooper 3/3 J Turner 2/19 v Research Eltham Collegians 5/171 B Timewell 83* SJ Malone 55* N Singh 3/21 S Apostola 2/19. Laurimar 3/ 185 J Zerella 47 RJ Boddy 45* AJ Nicholls 39* AN Williams 37 YA De Silva 2/29 v Whittlesea 134 C Baker 36 JA Jerabek 25 JD Deans-Draper 3/38 S Mitchell 2/37 C Marienfeld 2/42.

Hurstbridge 279 K Edussooriya 109 J McCarthy 43 S Wijesiri 38 JR Lovett 26 K Nawagamuwa 5/54 SS Kethbevilage 2/16 vThomastown 0/1.

B-GRADE

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Montmorency 0/5 v Bundoora 218 NC Kiriwendala 60 N Caracella 48 C Dunning 41 C Jones 40 C Daw 3/39 L Snelson 2/29 M Rodger 2/37. Riverside 252 S Edward 69 M Brooker 53 B Jurkovic 48* R Gleeson 26 D Bainbridge 4/ 67 A Ward 3/47 v Mernda 0/4. Epping 0/6 v Diamond Creek 195 H Smith 88 JT Watson 30 G Stevanov 5/35 A Fletcher 2/25 R Sequeira 2/ 41. Rosanna 277 T McKinlay 6/90 v Macleod

C-GRADE

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Lalor Stars 7/292(cc) M Marshall 113* C Higgins 76* J Gammino 35 J Abbas 27 T Balcombe 4/97 D Gattuso 2/84 v Heidelberg.

Bundoora United vMill Park 9/249(cc) J Jhala 53 A Mangrolia 49 M Zivanovic 32 R Knee 30 BJ Giarrusso 2/60 S Peat 2/70. North Eltham Wanderers 0/7 v Eltham 211 K Sheehan 60 T Centorino 2/5 C Mackay 2/23 R O'Donnell 2/39.

Old Paradians v Plenty 7/240(cc) SR Daly 96* S Cullen 50 RJ Mifsud 3/50 BP Campbell 2/81.

D-GRADE

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Lower Plenty v Riverside 9/288(cc) KJ Mahony 62 H Ellks 61 A Merrifield 44 J Dhillon 37 KD Pike 3/47 W Addison 3/67 J Meekins 2/ 51. Research Eltham Collegians v North Eltham Wanderers 88 J Corbin 30 B Jones 5/11 C Blewett 5/26. Banyule 2/32 T Folvig 2/14 v Greensborough 158 JL Marenos 40 C Kalogiannis 26 TD Elmer 2/11 JC Mahar 2/13 JN Wilson 2/32 SR Place 2/33 OA McGillion 2/ 39. Hurstbridge 9/126(dec) .

E-GRADE

■ Results. Round 6. Saturdays, December 8 and 15. Lower Plenty v Riverside 9/288(cc).

Research Eltham Collegians v North Eltham Wanderers 88. Banyule 2/32 v Greensborough 158. Hurstbridge 9/126 (dec) v Lower Eltham 3/66 J Caldarelli 35 M Ward 2/25 .

NORTHERN METRO MANION SHIELD SCOREBOARD

■ Kinglake was defeated by Preston YCW on the second day of Round 5 of the Northern Metro Manion Shield. Kinglake travels on Saturday (Dec. 15) to the I.W. Dole Reserve for a one-day match with the same opponents.

Kinglake 137 SV Andrews 28* N Luke 3/27 M Aitken 2/20 A Macarthur 2/31 def by Preston YCW District 3rd XI 9/148 J Gibbs 9/64.

Rivergum 4th XI def Strathewen 3rd XI. Lalor Warriors 2nd XI 6/146(dec) H Singh 59 and 11 def by Reservoir Mayston 2nd XI 63 H Singh 3/ 12 M Di Tonto 2/22 and 0/105

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