september 10 - 16 | 2014
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A life of service
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By KYLIE WILSON
WOMAN OF FAITH:
Mother Bethley Sullivan is a comforting presence for many in her parish. PHOTO: Wendy Stephens
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HER close cropped hair is habitually colored all shades of the rainbow, she enjoys a joke and a chat, and she is quick to laugh at comparisons with Dawn French’s Vicar of Dibley. But even a brief conversation with Mother Bethley Sullivan shows she is serious about her passion for helping people and her concern for the wider and global community. Mother Sullivan, along with deacon Sue Hall, whom she has known since their school days in Seymour, is central to a vibrant Anglican community of faith in the North East, which takes in Beechworth’s Christ Church and Saint Jude’s in Eldorado. She can trace the origins of her faith back to being heavily involved in church as a child. Her faith developed through her grandmother, Alice Sullivan, and by the tender age of four she was an altar server. “My grandmother told me being a follower of Christ is being a servant,” Mother Sullivan said. “It’s not an easy life. “It can be a lonely life, but I never feel alone.” She spent time as a bush nurse, among other professions, but her experience kept pointing her towards a life in the church, and when she was in her late 40s, she took up studying theology. “Nursing just cemented my faith,” she said. continued page |
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sunlight and uses the radiant heat from the sun to heat up the soil killing the weeds. The plastic needs to be in place for four to six weeks and works best during the hotter days. This a good method for new gardens as it also kills off a wide range of soil borne pests and insects. Weeds in lawns, not only spoil the look of a healthy green patch, but some can develop nasty prickles. One of the most hated is Bindii, which at this time of the year has a soft fern like foliage with small white flowers, which develops into a prickly seed pod on maturity in summer. Spray with “weed n feed� to kill these and other broadleaf weeds while fertilising at the same time. Act now to beat the weeds. Happy gardening.
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EARLY spring is a season of transformation in the garden. There is an abundance of growth as every living thing in the garden is waking up after the cold winter months. It’s a great time to spend time in the garden, not only to admire the beauty of Mother Nature, but also to get in amongst it all and tackle some spring tasks. Not only are many plants flowering, but the grasses and weeds are also growing. The best way to control weeds is to remove them while they are still small, as weeds grow extremely fast and can take over an area very quickly. If left to mature they can set seeds which develop into even more weeds. As the saying goes, one year’s seeding means seven years weeding. To eradicate weeds in garden beds, pull them out by hand, dig them up or spray with glyphosate to kill them. To prevent spray drift, only spray on days with no wind. A simple barrier like a piece of cardboard can be used to protect nearby plants. Another option is to cover plants with empty plastic pots whilst spraying. To kill off weeds in larger areas, try laying black plastic sheeting. This method, called solarisation, deprives the weeds of direct
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RECENTLY, on a Monday night, I gathered in Wangaratta with many other small business owners as part of the Victorian Small Business Festival. Over three hours we listened to many big-hearted stories about creativity, business and Clare Bowditch’s latest venture bigheartedbusiness.com.au. Clare’s presentation was emotional, charismatic and funny, she spoke with a great depth of truth and honesty. She also told her story that she had not always been this person. She spoke about how she was once a self doubting girl, unsure of her place in the world and how she got to this place where is now a business owner, motivational speaker, musician, actor and mother of three. My favorite part of the evening was her message on stress and personal wellbeing, so we can have the energy and ability to create our dreams and fulfil our passions. ‘Stress is an epidemic in the information age’ and ‘most of us are too busy or scattered to successfully meditate’. Mostly we don’t even know the stress is there. It is not until we lose our creativity or become exhausted that we even acknowledge this stress and how it is impacting on our wellbeing.
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FEATURE STORY
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Spring is in the air CHURCH COMMUNITY: Church identities (from left) Sue Hall, Bethley Sullivan and church head server Stephen Morris, seen here presiding over a church event last Christmas.
Mother Sullivan has been involved with the Christ Church in Beechworth for around four years now, and the fact she is a woman sometimes surprises people, it is a non-issue in the community. “Bishop John (Parkes) doesn’t differentiate between male and female priests, and I don’t differentiate between male and female either,” Mother Sullivan said. She is highly committed to the community, from holding annual fundraising proms concerts to simply offering a sympathetic ear. Even her bright hair has a purpose, as it’s often dyed to tie in with specific causes, and the color often “causes a conversation” and helps her spread awareness. Mother Sullivan has also forged a close partnership with members of the prison population at Beechworth Gaol, many of whom carry out community service projects and maintenance on church grounds. “If they feel like chatting to me about faith, they will, otherwise I just chat to them generally while they’re working the church grounds,” she said. “We interact in a non-threatening way.” Mother Sullivan said the church is evolving to suit the needs of an ever
changing community, and its doors are open to anyone needing to connect, seven days a week. “Poverty and abuse, domestic violence and drugs are amongst the most common problems,” she said. “We as a church are an initial point of contact, and we try to find the right people to help. “We can’t bury our head in the sand and say it’s not happening. “You carry a lot of people’s burdens and problems, but they come to you and feel safe in talking to you. “I have the gift of being a good listener.” Mother Sullivan said she often felt concerned about the growing problems facing the global population, including war, environmental issues and economic upheaval. “To me, it all comes down to power and greed,” she said. “Sometimes, you feel very helpless.” But, at the end of each day, she is thankful for the close knit community she works in. “Our parish is a parish of prayer, and they are only too willing to get on board with anything we suggest,” she said. “The communities of faith in both Eldorado and Beechworth are amazing.”
SEPTEMBER is here and with it the beginning of spring and hopefully some warmer weather. Spring is a great time in the North East, but also brings some challenges for pet owners. The increase in temperatures brings the snakes out from their hiding places and we need to be on our guard again with strategies to minimise the risk of snake bites. Walking dogs on their leads instead of them being free to roam is one good strategy, as are solar powered snake repellers available from local retailers or online. Spring also brings an increase in biting parasites including fleas and mosquitoes. Although we recommend year round flea prevention now is a good time to begin again if you have lapsed. Making sure your dog is up to date with heartworm prevention (spread by mosquito bites) is also an important thing to be aware of. If your dog hasn’t been on heartworm prevention then a blood test for heartworm at your local vet is a wise move before starting preventatives. Mosquitoes also spread calici virus in rabbits and there is a vaccination available to protect them from this disease. It is a good idea to cover rabbit hutches with fly wire in the mosquito season and to
have them back in the hutch before dusk as myxomatosis is spread by mosquitoes too and there is not a vaccination for this disease available in Australia. Other biting insects are out and about too, especially bees. Bee stings are particularly common in dogs and tend to occur on the head causing swelling of the lips, muzzle and area above the eyes. Ingesting or inhaling bees can cause swelling in the throat which is obviously much more serious. Keeping dogs clear of flowering bushes is the way to go. As always prevention is better than cure. Enjoy the warmer weather, and take care out there with your pets. Tim Craig BVSc, Warby St Veterinary Hospital
PETS CORNER JUPITER, a 10 month old, desexed male domestic shorthair cross cat, is this week’s pet of the week at Wangaratta RSPCA. To see more animals up for adoption at the Wangaratta RSPCA, visit the shelter in Connell Street or phone (03) 57222874.
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september 10 - 16 | 2014
FISHING FOCUS
CATCH OF THE WEEK
Some reward for a lot of effort
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BY ROB ALEXANDER, WANGARATTA
WELL trout opening on Saturday morning saw no shortage of people around. Whether it was the fact the waterways are all looking just about perfect at the moment, or the 20 degree day with brilliant sunshine was to blame, or just the fact that so many people enjoy trout fishing I am not sure. Whatever the reason, it was great to see so many people fishing for trout on opening weekend. It is a shame that trout numbers have suffered so poorly in recent years. Fisheries are about to spend a lot of money researching trout movement. While I endorse this idea, I would love to see some of that money go towards stocking a few of these waterways that are struggling - just a small amount in each waterway would be more than adequate. Everybody I spoke to had similar stories across the region. Most people caught a couple of trout, but said they worked hard for their fish. Wayne Gardner and I fished the Kiewa Valley all day on Saturday, and between us managed five trout, including a 53cm trout caught by Wayne late in the afternoon. Like everyone else, we had to work hard for our fish. I have had reports of very slow fishing in the King, Rose and Buffalo rivers.
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scenario, Murray cod populations continue to grow and push upstream into waters that were once great trout fisheries. In a sense, mother nature has robbed Peter to pay Paul. If you have anything you would like to report, or a photo you would like to share, drop me a line via the contact Robbie page at www.robbiefishing.com.
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NICE CATCH: Young Wangaratta angler Lachie Snowdon caught this magnificent 72cm Murray cod on the last day of the cod season. I know cod season has closed, but Lachie was a bit late getting this photo to me last week, and it is too good a photo not to share. Well done Lachie.
I did get one really good report from young local fisherman Jared Whitten who fished a tiny un-named mountain stream and managed to catch seven trout, as well as see a couple of big fish follow his lure. The trout are out there to be caught, but they are not as easy to catch as they once were. On the flip side to this
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ENTERTAINMENT
THE KITCHEN PHILOSOPHER MOVIE
The tale of Lazarus
Terra Solanum (CTC) IN this locally filmed movie which premieres this Saturday, journalist Will Vineyard returns to his backwater home-town to attend the funeral of an old friend, only to become caught up in a deadly viral outbreak. With time rapidly running short, and things not as they seem, Will must race to the bottom of this flesh-eating mystery before it claims his life.
THE other day, while walking the dogs down towards the bridge, we came across a water bird lying near the side of the road. Although I could see no blood or obvious sign of injury, the bird seemed unable to get up; his legs dangling floppily behind him if he attempted to move. Having the dogs with me meant I couldn’t get too close (as they’d already decided he looked like a rather tasty/ amusing bit of prey) and, even if I could have gotten closer, I doubt I would have touched him as I am a scaredy cat when it comes to touching things with sharp beaks. I stopped and watched him for a couple of minutes to see if he would get up but he seemed fixed to the spot and not inclined to move. Just to test he wasn’t foxing, I flapped my arms at him and moved the dogs a bit closer. He struggled to get up but no dice. Those dangly legs weren’t going anywhere, it seemed. I really didn’t know what to do but I knew I couldn’t just leave the poor thing lying there on the side of the road. So I said to the boys (because one does have intelligent conversations with one’s Mini Schnauzers, doesn’t one?) that our only option was to walk back a few blocks to the closest veterinary surgery and see if they could help. Fortunately when we arrived, we were greeted by none other than the senior vet who quickly allayed my concerns by saying he would whizz down to the bridge and take a look at the bird. We left him to it, and a minute or two later he drove past in the direction of the lake. Shortly afterwards, as we were still walking towards home, the vet came driving back and pulled over to give me an update. “He was gone,” he told me, much to my mortification.
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BY CATHERINE WARNOCK “Oh, no!” I cried. “I’m so sorry to waste your time!” But he was fine with it and assured me it was no trouble. Which I guess, in the larger scheme of the life of a veterinarian, it probably wasn’t. He said there were a few water birds in the vicinity (a couple of them lying down in the way I’d described) but these had simply flown off as he’d approached them. “So he did a bloody Lazarus!” I said shaking my head; still embarrassed at wasting the vet’s time but pleased the bird was okay. “Yup! He’s probably down there having a good chuckle at us! But it’s all good,” said the vet, good-naturedly. “Did I do the right thing coming to you? Or was there something else I should have done?” I asked He assured me it was fine to contact him. I must say, even though it was a storm in a teacup on this occasion, it’s good to know that our vets are willing and able to tend to our native animals. When I came home, I checked online and also found one can contact Wildlife Victoria, in instances such as this. I’m yet to check if we have a local branch, but I’m sure they would soon put you in touch with an appropriate local person, in the case of an emergency. All this reminded me of what a lucky country we live in. In some other parts of the world, governments barely take care of their human citizens in such humane ways as we do our animals. We inhabitants of this land are truly well catered for. As for Lazarus the Water Bird, I hope he’s not down near the bridge again today, waiting to fool some other unsuspecting passerby with his fine thespian skills. Li’l monkey!
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WINE TALK
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spring wine and instead enjoyed the Politini Wines Pinot Grigio myself. It comes from the cool climate of the King Valley and has a sunshine filled, bold gold color. There is also a lightly tropical and floral scent, with a tangible mouth feel and zesty flavors of pear and guava. I like that it is confident and full flavored and there is a pleasantly yeasty finish to cap off the experience, making it great seasonal drinking with a wide variety of tapas style dishes. You’ve got to give the slugs credit, because if the end is nigh, there’d be worse ways to go. Find out more at www. politiniwines.com.au.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY
New saleyards, 1936
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WANGARATTA and district farmers and local notables gathered on September 10, 1936 at the new saleyards at Batchelor’s Green, to see the Victorian Premier perform the opening ceremony. The old saleyards in the centre of town, opposite the Co-Operative Store, had been the subject of continuing criticism since the turn of the century – they were too small, too wet, etc. When the yards were removed, the site was transformed into the King George V Memorial Gardens.
thermometer, it’s cooked when it reaches 65 degrees Celsius. Cool, and then chill for several hours with a weight on top. Carefully turn out, and if taking on a picnic, wrap tightly in cling film. Quatre-epices mix 2½ tbsp white pepper, 2½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg, ½ tsp ground cloves and 2 tsp ground ginger, mix all together. Keep in an airtight container.
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EVER since we began the surge toward spring, it seems like the garden has shaken off its dreary winter gloom and started to burst with color and life. This winter must have been just right for one of our less welcome little residents, because we’ve seen more slugs in action at our place than ever before, and they are devouring every spring shoot. After testing a number of natural control methods, I can attest that while the little buggers left their silver trail right over the top of the egg shells and coffee grounds, they are definitely suckers for a beer. And they completely shunned the flat and warm variety, opting to drown themselves en masse when it was a freshly opened and bubbly brew. I can’t help but have a little bit of respect for their good taste, and wonder if other liquor would have the same effect. But I’m not about to experiment with delicious
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SPRING is now here and the warmer months are not far away. One of the best things is to have a picnic out by the lake or somewhere special. This terrine is fantastic cold with some fresh bread and pickles for such an occasion. It’s easier than you think. It can also be made up to one week in advance. Ask your butcher to finely mince your pork belly fat; this will make your terrine moist. Slice the terrine with a sharp knife and you will be impressed with having produced such a work of art. Method Grease a 20cm terrine mould or loaf tin with the bacon slices, overlapping slightly. Combine both minces, herbs and spices in a bowl. Season, and mix well, then stir in the brandy. Cover and marinate in the fridge, overnight if possible (or for a few hours will suffice). In the meantime, fry onions gently in the butter until just softened- don’t let it brown. Set aside to cool. Stir the onion and pistachios into the meat and mix well. Preheat the oven to 180c and fill a roasting tray two-thirds full with water to make a bain-marie. Take a small piece of terrine mix, shape into a patty and fry it until cooked through. Now taste it- this part is important, as you need to check the seasoning. Add more salt, pepper or spices, if needed. Fill the mould or tin with the terrine mix, pushing it right into the corners – you want to overfill it slightly so that the top is domed, like a loaf of bread. Bring the ends of the bacon over the top. Bake the terrine in the bain-marie for 45 minutes before testing it. It will feel firmly cooked when pressed gently in the middle. Ideally, probe the centre with a meat
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Confidence the key for workers over 50 F
ourty percent of NSW’s Baby Boomer generation have experienced or know someone who has experienced age discrimination at work, according to new research from the National Roads & Motorists’ Association’s Living Well Navigator. The Living Well Navigator survey of 1607 people found that more than a third (37 per cent) of people over 50 had little confidence they would be treated fairly in a job interview based on their experience and qualifications. By contrast 14 per cent of Gen Y and Gen X respondents felt the same. The survey also found that almost three-quarters (72 per cent) of Baby Boomers did not support an age limit on Australians remaining in the work force, while 75 per cent over 69 years held the same view. The NRMA has released the results of its inaugural Living Well Navigator survey on the same day it launched the Living Well Navigator site, a one-stop-shop for older Australians www.livingwellnavigator. com.au. Living Well Navigator hosts a jobs board to connect mature age job seekers with age friendly employers, as well as support in preparing for job interviews. NRMA President Kyle Loades said as the Australian Government pushed the retirement age out further the nation needed to do a better job of providing support services to help mature age job seekers find and hold good jobs. “Sixty per cent of NRMA’s 2.5 million Members are over 50 (1.4 million) and they have consistently told us they want to live independently and in control of their lives as they age,� Mr Loades said.
Living Well Navigator Ambassador Deborah Hutton said we’re living longer and our perspectives have changed. “The view of being an ‘older worker’ at 45 is ludicrous, we are in the prime of our lives. “Technically you’re older, but you’re much wiser - just consider the wealth of knowledge you have gathered at this point. “We don’t want to be pigeon holed and pushed aside,� Ms Hutton said. Age Discrimination Commissioner Susan Ryan AO said Living Well Navigator would advance key goals. “The great challenge of our times is to realise the value of our increasing longevity. “We need to recognise the wealth of talent and experience in our older citizens, support their dignity and choices and maximise the opportunities for them to contribute to our society and economy. Living Well Navigator will advance all these goals,� Ms Ryan said. Mr Loades said the Living Well Navigator survey findings around work and the retirement age would be of interest to the nation’s decision makers. “The Living Well Navigator survey revealed the view that Australians should stop working at a particular age had far less support from the boomer generation than it did their younger peers, in fact many Baby Boomers are happier in their work and intend on working longer than their younger counterparts,� Mr Loades said. “This generation of Australians want to keep contributing to society in a positive and proactive way so we should be doing all we can to support them.�
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OUTDOOR RECREATION TRAINEESHIP - CERTIFICATE IV Bogong Outdoor Education Centre is seeking young, enthusiastic people who have an interest in outdoor education to apply for the 2015 traineeship intake. Positions are available at our 15 Mile Creek Campus (Greta South) and our Bogong Campus (Bogong Village) for a 12 month appointment. Further information is available by contacting either campus by phone on (03) 5754 1732 or (03) 5766 6247 or emailing bogong.outdoor.ec@edumail.vic.gov.au Applications close on 19/09/2014.
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CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT/ RECEPTIONIST We seeking the services of a part-time chiropractic assistant/receptionist (2228 hours per week). You will need to have excellent interpersonal skills, be reliable, highly motivated, have a friendly manner and the ability to work in a team environment. Previous experience working in the chiropractic ďŹ eld would be an advantage but not essential. Salary based on experience. Please apply to: The Manager 69 Green Street Wangaratta, VIC 3677 Applications close 5pm Monday 15th September 2014
JOURNALIST Maintenance Fitter Alpine Truss requires a trade qualified maintenance fitter to perform routine servicing of plant and machinery and preventative maintenance inspections. This position is pivotal in making sure our product can be made on time and to the correct standards. We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Fitter to service and maintain production equipment. This position will include duties such as plant maintenance, preventative maintenance and the general service, safety and efficiency of all manufacturing equipment. To be suitable for this position you must meet the following criteria: ‡ +DYH SUHYLRXV H[SHULHQFH DV D 0DLQWHQDQFH Fitter with extensive diagnostic experience ‡ +ROG D )LWWHU DQG 7XUQHU 0DLQWHQDQFH )LWWHU Qualification (Cert 3 or above) ‡ +DYH EDVLF FRPSXWHU OLWHUDF\ ‡ 3RVVHVV JRRG WLPH PDQDJHPHQW VNLOOV ‡ +DYH D FXUUHQW )RUNOLIW /LFHQFH ‡ $ELOLW\ WR ZRUN DXWRQRPRXVO\ ‡ +DYH SQHXPDWLF K\GUDXOLF DQG ZHOGLQJ experience ‡ $VVLVW LQ SURYLGLQJ DQG SURPRWLQJ D VDIH workplace Suitable wages will be discussed with the successful applicant. 3OHDVH IRUZDUG \RXU UHVXPH WR George Prothero Alpine Truss PO Box 993 Wangaratta 3676. Closing Date: 19th September 2014.
RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT A vacancy exists in our dealership for a full-time position as a Receptionist/Administration Assistant. This person will be responsible for “front of house� reception and administrative support to various areas within the business. Excellent presentation and the ability to function efficiently with minimum supervision is essential. Experience in the following areas is essential – ‡ WHOHSKRQH VNLOOV ‡ UHFHSWLRQ ZRUN ‡ FDVK FKHTXH UHFHLSWLQJ ‡ ZRUG SURFHVVLQJ VSUHDGVKHHWV ‡ JHQHUDO RIILFH GXWLHV Please forward your application to – Human Resources Wangaratta Motor Group 53-61 Tone Rd Wangaratta Victoria 3677 Or alternatively email to info@wangmotors.com.au All applications must be received by September 19, 2014.
North East Newspapers – Myrtleford, Vic. North East Newspapers, a leading and awardwinning publisher of regional newspapers, has a position for a journalist in our Alpine ofďŹ ce, based in Myrtleford, Victoria. We seek a well-rounded journalist with at least two years’ experience to oversee our two weekly Alpine newspapers – The Myrtleford Times, and The Alpine Observer. Reporting to the group editor, you will be a conďŹ dent self starter with a good eye for local news, and have the ability to guide a cadet journalist. This role would suit a community-focused journalist with a strong ability to establish and maintain contacts within the local area and build rapport quickly with all walks of life. The successful applicant needs to be well organised, have some photography skills and be able to work closely with other editorial and ofďŹ ce staff. A valid driver’s licence and the ability to work exible hours is also required. This position is based in Myrtleford, part of the picturesque Alpine Valley, in beautiful North East Victoria. Applications, including a covering letter and resume, together with examples of published work should be forwarded to: NEN Group Editor, Jeff Zeuschner, PO Box 221, Wangaratta, Vic, 3677. Ph: (03) 5723 0107 jzeuschner@nenews.com.au THE ALPINE
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Superannuation is on back burner THRILLSEEKING: Participants having fun at the first Australian Red Bull King of Bob event at Mt Hotham recently, which saw people competing in a unique and thrilling style of race where boardercross meets tobogganing. PHOTO: Mark Tsukasov.
Sense of fun on slopes FUN is the name of the game at the North East’s snow resorts this weekend. At Falls Creek, visitors can again participate in Freestyle Fridays and learn the latest tips and tricks at Panorama Park this Friday between 2-3pm. This Saturday, September 13, also sees the CanStomp Rail Jam. This event sees the local community band together to support a local resident as they undergo a battle against cancer. There will also be a sense of fun at Falls Creek this weekend with Onesie Weekend, a full two days’ celebration of all things one-piece. Meanwhile, Mt Hotham will host the Spring Cup Skiing and Golf weekend, where you can test your skills both on the slopes and on the green and celebrate the beginning of spring. Those with an eye to donating to charity are invited to join in on a mass ice bucket challenge to raise funds for motor neurone disease (MND). The event will take place from 12 noon this Friday and will also include a sausage sizzle and live entertainment. Visitors can also make a splash at Mt Buller this Saturday with the Pond Skim National
Championships, presented by James Boag’s Draught and taking place on Helicopter Flat. The event sees people competing to see who can make it the furthest across an icy shallow pond on the mountain – or wipe out the most impressively in the process. Film buffs can head to Mt Buller Cinema on Saturday night to the Mt Buller Short Film Festival Grand Final, and find out who the winners are of the season-long short film competition. Snow cover is more intermittent at Mount Buffalo National Park, but you can search the internet for up to the minute conditions, including sightseeing snow. Search the web for the latest snow reports and up to date conditions on local mountains, or consult the staff at your nearest visitor information centre. For more information see: Falls Creek: www.skifalls.com.au Mt Hotham: www.hotham.com.au Mt Buller: www.mtbuller.com.au Mt Buffalo: parkweb.vic.gov.au
ONCE again it looks like the workers who count are going to be the big losers. So the mining tax has been repealed, but we have been hearing for so long that it hasn’t been generating any income, so why the big rush? Is it that now it has been repealed the mining companies will crank up their operations and start to show the revenues that were expected when the tax was introduced? I did see somewhere the other morning where an 18 year old can expect to be $100,000 worse off by the delay to the increase in Superannuation Guarantee from the present 9.5 per cent to 12 per cent. So what this really means is that workers will receive the full wage increases for the next few years, rather than have them reduced by half a per cent over the next five years. But then there have been some wins in the deal with the delay of the Schoolkids Bonus finishing, and the low income Superannuation contribution will continue until after the next election. So don’t expect your superannuation to grow rapidly, as the increase from the present 9.5 per cent will not happen now until 2021. In looking at some of the legislation that the government has been contemplating, I really believe the ability to access superannuation at 55 is something that should be looked at. Those who have taken their superannuation at this age can now expect to live for another 30 plus years, long after the superannuation stream has
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kclarke@alphalink.com.au been well used and they then need to rely on a pension. I am reluctant to suggest it but think that politicians who are either defeated or retire all seem to get offered overseas postings and do not take their superannuation anyway, so why not increase the age where you have access to your super? Whether the holding off of the superannuation increase will see employers go into the market place and hire additional workers remains a question mark, given the state of the economy and the demise of our manufacturing sector. It frightens me when I continually read of the crisis in ‘youth unemployment’, where one newspaper recently reported of one youth who had applied for 780 jobs without success. Are our schools losing the ability to assist those who need help in writing resumes and providing them with pointers which will help them get employment? I just hope that with the freezing of the Superannuation Guarantee there may be some hope in the workforce for some of these young people. Of course our manufacturing industries have relocated to countries where wages are around US $150 a month, but there must be some hope in agriculture as Asian countries continue to become richer.
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