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Equestrian wait THE wait continues as plans for a new equestrian facility at Stony Creek take shape. Whilst a new location appears inevitable, members of the Leongatha and District Equestrian Club don’t want to see their Leongatha home base shut down. See story on page 3.
Club concerns: Leongatha and District Equestrian Club president, Kelly van den Berg is concerned for the future of her club, with plans for a new equestrian facility at Stony Creek under consideration by Council. If the new facility is opened, the Tilson Court grounds may be closed, forcing the club to relocate.
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Drugs alarm By Simone Short THE lack of doctors willing to treat drug dependent patients in South Gippsland and Bass Coast is a “huge problem”, according to the few doctors prescribing the required medications.
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The shortage is a major concern considering the recent debate on whether drugs should be decriminalised in Australia. Doctor Mauricio Haddad, the only doctor in both shires currently trained to support patients undergoing opiate replacement therapy for patients addicted to heroin, believes drugs are a growing problem, with alcohol and unemployment two associated factors. The Wonthaggi based doctor said treatment should be available around the region. “People, for example, are coming to see me from Leongatha or from Phillip Island. We really need one doctor in each place,” he said. Dr Haddad undertook training to deliver the methadone program in 2009 after he saw a demand in the area from young drug dependant patients. “When I started working in South Gippsland
Family Medicine, there were a lot of patients under that treatment and demanding someone to prescribe methadone and buprenorphine; that made my decision to do the training,” he said. “In the past there were not many options so when they feel comfortable with a doctor, they talk to each other and they recommend you.” In two years, the number of patients he treats has grown from 20 to around 100. Dr John O’Donoghue worked at the clinic in Wonthaggi for a number of years before relocating to the Moe Newborough Health Clinic, and still does some correspondence work with Bass Coast Community Health. Dr O’Donoghue, who was also the only trained doctor for drug treatment in the area before Dr Haddad, said the region needs more doctors willing to prescribe methadone and buprenorphine. “Even if they’re trained, most of the doctors don’t prescribe,” he said. “It’s not just a matter of training; it’s getting them to engage in the treatment. “Yes we need more doctors and we also need more pharmacies stocking the medications.” Dr O’Donoghue said before he worked in Bass Coast, he had patients travelling to Drouin to see him.
“Of course it would be good to have more doctors working with these patients. It’s a huge problem,” he said. “The number of people on opiate replacement therapy, according to the health department, is increasing every year. “I’ve been doing opiate replacement therapy for over 20 years and I’ve usually got a couple of hundred people on my books, and there’s always more.” Dr Sinead De Gooyer, who works at the Youth Clinic in Leongatha said drug use, especially heroin, is not primarily a problem among young people despite popular belief. “Alcohol is by far the most common drug used by young people, followed by tobacco and marijuana use at much lower levels,” Dr De Gooyer said. “Binge drinking is an issue which leads to risk taking behaviour; at the youth clinic we often see the consequences and fall out of this behaviour. This is not unique to the Gippsland area by any means.” Dr De Gooyer said it is important to make the point that the majority of young people do not use drugs. Dr Haddad said the majority of his patients were aged between 20 and 40. Continued on page 9.
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HUNDREDS of young hunters made their way to Coal Creek on Sunday for the annual Easter egg hunt. Over 1200 eggs were there to be claimed, with children of all ages making their way around the park. The Easter action continued after the hunt, with the Easter Bunny making an appearance before local live music continued all afternoon.
Happy hunters: Olivia and Lily Ancilleri were very happy with their rewards in the Easter egg hunt.
Above: Explorers: Olivia and Connor McGrath of Mirboo North were taking in all the sights of Coal Creek as well as hunting for Easter eggs on Sunday. Thumbs up: Eli Welburn, Darby and Beau Kratzat and Ari Welburn of Mirboo North were really enjoying Easter.
IT was fun times at Inverloch Primary School on Saturday with the annual Easter Fair. All the rides, goodies and games were available on the day and including a karaoke stage. Like always the fair was very popular with lots of local and visiting families, who took advantage of all the action.
Sellers: students Rahni Mann, Jemima Hendricks, Libby Hutchinson and Talulah Hendricks were selling delicious marshmallow lolly pops at the Easter Fair.
Long way down: the inflatable slides and rock climbing wall were just some of the popular attractions at the Inverloch Primary School Easter Fair.
Sweet tooth: enjoying all the sugary fair food was Shaun Hayes, Harley Wilson and Caleb and Matt McCaughan.
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Equestrian shift stalls Riding high: Kelly van den Berg and her mare Royal Russia are happy with the equestrian club being located in Leongatha, and do not want to move to Stony Creek.
By Sarah Vella DESPITE months passing since initial discussions, plans for a new equestrian facility at Stony Creek have not yet been finalised. President of the Leongatha and District Equestrian Club (LDEC), Kelly van den Berg is involved in the discussions with Council. If the plans for the equestrian centre at Stony Creek go ahead, the facilities at Tilson Court may be shut down. “While our club does not oppose a new equestrian facility in Stony Creek being opened, we do not agree with having to move our club out there,” Ms van den Berg said. “There are a lot of people who have invested in our club, some have been for a long period of time. It is a community that looks after its members, who come from all walks of life. “It would be difficult for the club to maintain its community feel and
Dance delight: members of Lisa Pellin Dancers achieved stunning results at the recent Sale Eisteddfod, placing well in all competition. Pictured with the adjudicator Tibor Horvath are, front from left, Chloe Adkins (winner of Jeremy Fleming Encouragement Award), Claudia Bolam (Under 12 solo aggregate winner), Ruby Adkins (third place and honourable mention), Morgan Bolam (Under 16 encouragement winner), and Xavier Pellin (Under 16 solo aggregate winner).
member base if it was to move to Stony Creek. “A lot of people just couldn’t afford to travel out to Stony Creek. This club makes it easy and accessible for people from all around the local district to attend.” The LDEC has over 100 members, making it the largest club of its kind in the South Gippsland region. Ms van den Berg said that when members were surveyed on the proposed move, many of them indicated they would not maintain their membership if the location were to change. The Tilson Court facilities are on council owned land, which the Leongatha club has been leasing for over 25 years. The Berrys Creek Pony Club has also been operating from the grounds for many years. The Leongatha club currently has the venue on a yearly lease and Ms van den Berg expects it to be renewed this year. Many improvements have been made to the Tilson Court grounds over time, with both the LDEC and the Berrys Creek Pony Club invest-
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ing their own money and volunteer hours to get projects completed. The equestrian centre in Leongatha is utilised nearly every day for lessons, clinics and training. Ian Murphy is the Recreation Coordinator with the South Gippsland Shire Council and is involved in the project. “Since late 2011, members of Leongatha equestrian clubs and the users of the Stony Creek reserve have been providing ideas to the consultant engaged to develop concept plans of the proposed development of additional equestrian facilities at Stony Creek,” Mr Murphy said. “So far, the discussions have focused on identifying what additional infrastructure is required and where any new facilities are best positioned in relation to existing infrastructure. “Once these issues are finalised, some broader consultation will be conducted to gain further feedback on the proposal.”
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It began in Africa By Sarah Vella.
John and Phyllis Xerri celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary at the Austral Hotel in Korumburra, on February 25. The couple met in their homeland of Tunisia, in northern Africa, in 1947, at Phyllis’s sister’s wedding. Phyllis lived in a small town, 4km out of Tunis. Every Saturday night during the summer there was a dance in the town hall and John would ride his bike from Tunis every Saturday night to take Phyllis dancing. After three years of courtship, the couple became engaged and were married in Tunisia, on December 29, 1951. “It was not a very good night,” remembers Phyllis. Tunisia was going through a civil war at the time and because of an imposed curfew, the army constantly roamed the streets at night. “We had to stop our party, because anyone found in the street after the curfew would be shot dead by the army,” Phyllis said. Life was a constant struggle in Tunisia in the early years of their marriage, so they decided to relocate. Originally planning to move to Canada, John’s brother suggested Australia instead. In May, 1956 the Xerri family immigrated to Korumburra, and have lived there ever since. However, life did not start off easy for the family there either. The family did not speak a word of English, only French (which they still speak to this day), which was a difficult barrier to overcome.
In November, 1958, they lost all of their possessions in a house fire. “It was a rainy, cold and foggy night. We had three young children and we lost everything we owned, except the clothes on our backs,” explains John. The fire didn’t quite destroy everything. Phyllis used to wrap her valuables up in clothing, including her engagement ring. She was lucky enough to locate the ring in the clean up, although it was missing the stones. It has since been restored to its former glory and is once again safely kept among her clothing. The party was a surprise, originally organised for a date in December by John, who was helped out by their children and grand children. However John fell ill and the party was postponed for several months. All the while, Phyllis was unaware of the plans. Over 40 people attended the celebration, including John and Phyllis’ four children, Josie, Tony, Anne-Marie and Alex, 10 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. They couple enjoyed an impressive cake, made and decorated by their granddaughter, Colleen de Bondt. John also presented Phyllis with a beautiful diamond ring to mark the occasion. “I never expected such a thing,” Phyllis said.
Happy couple: 60 years later, John and Phyllis are still smiling.
Wedding day: John and Phyllis on their wedding day in December, 1951.
POLICE BRIEFS Holiday houses burgled OFFENDERS ransacked a holiday home in Abbot Street, Inverloch sometime between Monday, March 12 and 2pm on Friday, April 6. The thieves gained entry to the house by smashing a window at the rear of the property. Kitchen items including food, alcohol, knives, cutting boards, a toaster, kettle and fry pan were stolen. A wooden xylophone approximately 40cm in length was also taken. Thieves also broke into a holiday house in Williams Road, The Gurdies between Sunday, April 1 and 4pm last Thursday. The offenders jemmied open a door to the house and stole a CD player, binoculars and a telescope from the house. Anyone with information about either of these crimes can contact the Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.
Cafe crime A SECURITY guard scared off a thief in the process of robbing a Korumburra business last Thursday. Sometime between 1.50am and 2am, an offender jemmied
open the front door of a cafe in the Korumburra CBD. A passing security guard saw the door open and checked the cafe, causing the thief to run out of the rear door of the building. A small amount of cash was taken. Enquiries are continuing as to the identity of the offender.
RSL robbery A SAFE was stolen from the Inverloch RSL last week. Between 1pm on Wednesday and 10am on Thursday, offenders forced open the front window to the building in Bolding Place, Inverloch. They then forced open a wire cage surrounding the bar area before taking a safe. Anyone with information can contact Inverloch Police on 5674 1202.
Crime spree A CAR theft led to the robbery at the Wonthaggi Centennial Centre last week. Between 3am and 4am on Tuesday, April 3, a black Toyota RAV 4 was stolen from outside the owner’s premises in Lohr Avenue in Inverloch. The offenders then committed a burglary using keys located
in the vehicle to gain entry to the Centennial Centre in McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi. There they stole a safe described as 30cm by 30cm in size. The offenders used a fire extinguisher located inside the building to smash the safe free from bolts securing it to the floor. The safe contained a small amount of cash and a camera. The building was then left unlocked and the Toyota was found at 9.15am in a beach car park in Surf Parade, Inverloch. Anyone with information regarding the theft can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.
Lock your car POLICE again warn people to lock their cars after thefts from unlocked vehicles. Overnight on Sunday, April 1 in Tampa Road and Lantana Road, Cape Woolamai, an offender stole a Navman satellite navigation system, vehicle log book and coins from vehicles parked outside the victims’ addresses. Once again, these are crimes of opportunity and police ask people to lock their cars and keep valuables out of sight to prevent these incidents.
Sticky situation OWNERS of a Leongatha real estate premises were forced to change their locks after someone spread superglue on the front and rear door locks. The incident occurred between 4pm last Thursday and 9am on Saturday in Bair Street. Anyone with information about this criminal damage can contact Leongatha Police on 5662 2285.
Fire caution
TWO teenagers have been cautioned by police after they lit a fire in a paddock last week. The 13-year-old Wonthaggi boys allegedly lit a fire in a paddock at the end of Regency Drive around at 6.05pm on Tuesday, April 3. A cigarette lighter, aerosol cans and petrol were used. Occupants of neighbouring properties heard what was described as an explosion, before detecting flames. The CFA attended and ensured the fire was contained to a small area of grassland and didn’t get out of hand. The youths have been cautioned for conduct endangering serious injury to persons.
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GIVE OUR TOWN A GO! - POOWONG Poowong in smelly situation THE people of Poowong are facing a catch t h 22 situation it ti after an extension for works has been placed on the treatment plant that will service the town.
Poorly kept: the park on Attenborough Street in Poowong is overgrown and is hopefully soon to be sold.
The new treatment plant will allow a more urban style of development with smaller lot sizes.
Caught in the middle: Poowong residents Yvonne Thompson, Irene Adams, Lorraine and Zoe Brunt, Hannah Alquier and Heather Gregg all say that people have been left in a tough situation when it comes to upgrading sewerage systems in the town.
Perfect plan: Irene Adams, Hannah Alquier, Heather Gregg, Yvonne Thompson and Lorraine Brunt think that an extension next to the library would make a great community hub for Poowong.
Unused land to be sold POOWONG community members are concerned about what the council is doing for their town. They are calling for a community hub within the town which will bring the community together. “We’re suggesting that the council could buy up the empty block next to the library which is already for sale,” Heather Gregg said. “This would be a great place to combine some community meeting rooms and a place for the historical society displays to be set up.” Ms Gregg suggested that the
council sell a small park in Attenborough Street which is overgrown and not maintained. “With the money that council make by selling the park they could buy the block next to the library,” she continued. “There should be a system in place which ensures money from assets sold in a town stays in that town.” Council spokesperson Jeannie Hicks said that the Attenborough Street Park may be sold. “We have conducted a Land Asset Review and this block could possibly be sold,” she said. “But because of its topography
it does have some constraints on how one would build on it.” According to Ms Hicks the park is currently in the Township Zone and is being proposed for rezoning to Residential 1 as it is not being used for its proper purpose. Planning amendment C72 deals with the structure plans of Poowong, Nyora, Loch and Meeniyan and is currently on public display on the South Gippsland Shire Council website and at other community meeting places including Poowong Library. “We are keen for the community to view and give their thoughts (on C72),” Ms Hicks said.
New housing opportunities may arise through both the subdivision of rural land and the re-subdivision of existing large township lots, and expected population growth is likely to change the existing socio-economic patterns in the township, according to a South Gippsland Shire Council report. Residents of Poowong are pro the treatment plant and are hoping for it to be completed as soon as possible. “We were first told it would be finished in 2012 and now they said it won’t be until 2015,” Heather Gregg said. “People don’t know what to do because they don’t want to spend the money on upgrading their systems, which will last the next 10 years, when they could be hooking up to the sewerage plant in the next two (years). “People have to pay to hook up to that too.” The current systems which people are using are out of date and some are leaking, according to Hannah Alquier.
“Some people’s are leaking into other properties but people can’t afford to do the big upgrade if they won’t use it in two or three years,” she said. “We’ve been very lucky with what we’ve got here in Poowong, with the rebuilding of the CFA station and the upgrades which have been done to the school,” she said. “This treatment plant will be great once it’s finished but we’re caught out at the moment.” South Gippsland Water (SGW) is constructing the treatment plant and said the project is going slower than first thought. “The corporation (SGW) recognises that this project has perhaps not advanced as quickly as some parts of the community would wish, however over recent years and in recent months, much progress has been made,” managing director Philippe du Plessis said. “The corporation is operating in a stringent regulatory environment
and much of the work done to date should not, nor could not be rushed.” So far this year South Gippsland Water has further advanced its work to prepare documentation to lodge applications with the relevant authorities and have conducted discussions with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA), South Gippsland Shire Council (SGSC) and Cardinia Shire Council. “The corporation will not commence works on the construction of a wastewater treatment plant without the necessary approvals, and see these third party approvals processes as being of paramount importance to ensure that any proposals satisfy strict regulatory requirements,” Mr du Plessis said. A project progress timeline released by SGW shows construction of the treatment plant and lagoons may not be until 2017.
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Rail trails are on the move By Sarah Vella DEPUTY Premier Peter Ryan announced $2 million from the Victorian Coalition Government to extend the Great Southern Rail Trail between Foster and Welshpool.
Happy trails: South Gippsland Shire Council CEO, Tim Tamlin, Cr Mohya Davies, Deputy Premier, Peter Ryan with Nev Pulham, John McKay and Heinz Haselroither from the Great Southern Rail Trail Committee at the funding announcement in Toora on Tuesday, April 3.
This funding will boost the initial $900,000 provided by the South Gippsland Shire Council for the project. Many attendees from the local area were thrilled with the announcement, and the prospects it may bring to their towns.
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Speaking at Toora on Tuesday, April 3, Mr Ryan said that the extension project will add more than 18 kilometres to the popular tourist attraction and further showcase the beauty of the region. “A project like this adds mass to the whole region and makes it more attractive to visitors,” Mr Ryan said. “It is a thrill from a ministerial point of view. This is why we come to government, to see these initiatives occur. “It is a benefit, not just to the region, but to the whole state. “The project will link four communities in the Corner Inlet Tourism Precinct and create a wonderful recreational and tourism experience, for both locals and visitors. “Given the popularity of the current 49km trail from Leongatha to Foster, the addition of Toora, Agnes and Welshpool to the trail is expected to provide a significant economic boost for the region,” he said. South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor, Cr Mohya Davies said that the announcement was a step in the right direction for the district. “This extension project should increase the capacity of our small tourism businesses and attract new businesses to the district,” Cr Davies said. “The Trail has evolved to become a unique linear recreation and conservation corridor down the spine of the Shire, making it highly accessible for local residents as well as domestic and international tourists. “It was also identified as the key priority project in the 2010 Shire Paths and Trails Strategy.” “The development of another significant tourism product in the Corner Inlet area will remove the over reliance on Wilsons Promontory as the sole major attractor. With bushfires and flooding closing the park a number of times in recent years, the presence of another major nature based attraction close by could provide resilience for the local tourism industry should the Park be impacted again. “It will also lead to extended stays year round, increased visitor yield and
will help retain and grow jobs that rely on the tourism industry.” Nev Pulham, from The Great Southern Rail Trail Committee was pleased with the announcement. “The government has put in a great effort to promote the trail. I hope that all communities get on board and get their patch of trail on the map,” Mr Pulham said. “The council staff have been magnificent, and I would like to thank them, Mr Ryan and the Victorian government.” The rail trail project has been an enormous success in the South Gippsland region, which continues to attract significant tourism to the area. The extension from Foster to Welshpool will be completed in three stages, over the next three years. Section one is from Foster to Toora, section two from Toora to Agnes and finally section three from Agnes to Welshpool. Eventually, the rail trail extension is aimed at reaching all the way to Port Albert, just south of Yarram. Wednesday, March 29 also saw the Bass Coast Shire receive funding for the Bass Coast Rail Trail to be extended from Anderson, to Woolamai Recreation Reserve. Ken Smith MP, Member for Bass announced the Victorian State Government will provide $68,123 towards the project. “This funding is from the latest round of the Community Facility Funding Program - Minor Facilities category,” Mr Smith said. “This is a wonderful outcome for Bass Coast residents and visitors alike. The rail trail is well utilised throughout the year and those regular users will all agree, the new extension will add another dimension to the rail trail. “It currently weaves its way from the old railway station in Wonthaggi through historic mining sites and bushland to Dalyston and the Mouth of the Powlett and along the cliff tops of Kilcunda, with magnificent coastal views from Cape Paterson to Phillip Island.”
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Thanks: Nev Pulham from the Great Southern Rail Trail Committee thanks the Deputy Premier, Peter Ryan, Cr Mohya Davies and South Gippsland Shire Council CEO, Tim Tamlin for the extra funding that will see the trail extended through to Welshpool.
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Mine revamp to boost tourism PARKS Victoria aims to attract around 30,000 more visitors a year to the State Coal Mine following a $3 million upgrade.
The attraction now features a new skip and winder vehicle, which safely transports up to 18 passengers out of the underground tour, as well as a new visitor’s centre, theatrette cafe, retail store and improvements to the interpretive trails, landscaping and picnic and barbecue area. At the official opening of the revamped attraction, and the reopening of the underground tours, Bass MLA Ken Smith, who unveiled the major improvements, said he hoped up to 50,000 people would visit over the next 12 months. With around one million tourists visiting Phillip Island every year, Mr Smith said the mine should aim to attract at least five per cent of those tourists, rather than the current two per cent.
“The State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi is a historically significant site that showcases an important part of Victoria’s cultural heritage,” he said. ““I encourage past and new visitors to come and explore this historic Gippsland attraction which will provide a fun day out for the whole family.” Parks Victoria staff and Friends of the State Coal Mine volunteers were thrilled to have the underground tours reopened after new safety requirements forced them to shut the gates in 2004. Funding from both the Federal and State Governments enabled Parks Victoria to upgrade the facilities to meet the current standards. Parks Victoria regional manager Andrew Marshall gave credit to the volunteers, whose work was behind getting the tours back up and running. “Government and agencies can only do so much, and we can only do the work if we have good people who are dedicated
and passionate about the cause,” he said. “The work our volunteers do here is the equivalent to having six full time staff on every year.” Mr Smith also thanked the dedicated volunteers, who work more than 1500 hours each year, including undertaking mine maintenance once a week.
He also congratulated the State Coal Mine operations manager Braxton Laine, without whom he said, the whole project would have “fallen over”. Bass Coast Council mayor, Cr Veronica Dowman said the reopening of the underground tours would benefit the region’s tourism.
“It will be a boom to our local economy and tourism; it will attract more people and it’s the only operating mine I know of that people can go into and see for themselves,” she said. “The work they have done has been worth the wait. It is a beautiful facility and something we can be proud of.”
Open for business: Bass MLA Ken Smith cuts the ribbon opening the new facilities at the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi alongside State Coal Mine operations manager Braxton Laine, volunteer Jack Blundell and Parks Victoria chief ranger Roger Fenwick.
Run off ruins Kardella roads KARDELLA Fairbank Road is poorly kept and too narrow, according to residents. A lack of maintenance of the drains causes water to run across the road. “This water causes the road surface to wash away,” resident Lorrain Kirk said. “The road was graded last week and it’s already full of corrugations. “Even travelling at 20 to 30km/h it is a very bumpy trip.” The drains on the high side of the road are full of shrubbery and trees which restrict the flow of the water. This causes the drains to overflow and water rushes over the road surface, washing it away. “These drains haven’t been cleaned out in
years,” resident Andrew Ritchie said. “Mr Tamlin and the council need to realise that water doesn’t run up hill.” The road surface is so bad that some residents refuse to drive on it and take a longer trip through nearby Korumburra. As a route for milk tankers and school buses the road is unsuitable, as it is barely wide enough for two cars to pass one another. “I drive my cattle truck up here after sales,” Mr Ritchie said. “If I came across a car coming the other way one of us would have back up to get through and it’s just not acceptable.” Resident Geoff Wyatt said that if you’re not careful choosing when to travel the road you could end up in trouble. “We have two school buses, one from Ko-
rumburra and one from Leongatha coming through here twice a day, so we need the roads to be safe and wide enough,” he said. Manager of operations for the South Gippsland Shire, Fred Huitema said that he has not seen the road recently, but will be looking at it this week. “We’ve got a lot of unsealed roads that are like that, we’ve changed our budgets, we’ve put other capital works off to repair these roads and we’re working our way through them by priority,” he said. “We’ve got over 1200km of unsealed roads which gets you to Sydney and about a third of the way back again and there’s only a certain amount of contractors and workers around, but we are working our way through them.”
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Walk all the way to Venus By Sarah Vella THE pedestrian pathway that connects Tarwin Lower with Venus Bay’s central business district will be completed, thanks to $250,000 from the State Government.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development, Peter Ryan announced the funding at a small ceremony on Tuesday, April 3. “In 2007, the first part of the trail was completed and ever since people have pined to see the trail come to the middle of the town, and to have it completed,” Mr Ryan said. “A lot of planning has been done; the council has been magnificent throughout, supporting the project. The bottom line is that this is a $350,000 project to complete. “The Council have contributed
$100,000 to the project and the State Government will be putting in the other $250,000 to make it become a reality. “To do it is not only a great pleasure in itself, but as the local member I freely confess it’s a great, great pleasure to see a worthy project like this, be able to be brought to fruition. It’s a conclusion of an aspiration long held by a lot of people. “These trails and their equivalents are a huge success, and are actively used. Not only by the people who live in the area, but the people who come and visit us. It becomes another reason that people are attracted to come and see the beauty of Venus Bay and Tarwin Lower. “It is my pleasure to be here today to make this announcement, and I congratulate the council for the work they have done. “And very particularly for the belief from the local community, that eventually it would get done. It needs local people
to push these things along, and it’s a great outcome for all concerned. “It will be very much to the betterment of this beautiful town.” The pathway, which will be constructed from compacted, recycled concrete, will be completed by mid2012. South Gippsland Shire Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Mohya Davies was pleased to have a promise delivered upon for tourism infrastructure. “It is really going to make an enormous difference to our community. I can see this path will be an enormous asset. In a way it not only creates connectivity, it’s also a safety issue.” Cr Davies said. “I believe that as many people who visit Wilsons Promontory National Park visit Venus Bay and the Cape Paterson region. “This sort of infrastructure along our coast will help our towns no end,” she said.
On the grow: South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin, Peter Ryan, Cr Mohya Davies, Craig Williams from the Tour de Tarwin committee, and Cr Kieran Kennedy were at Venus Bay on Tuesday, April 3 for the important funding announcement.
New path: Deputy Premier, Peter Ryan, South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin and Councillor Mohya Davies were thrilled to announce funding for the pedestrian pathway on Tuesday, April 3.
Coal search in Agnes By Matt Dunn A QUEENSLAND mining company will sink explorative drills in Agnes by June, with a view to mining a seam of brown coal. The Alberton Depression has coal reserves 47 metres thick, and Resolve Geological managing director Gordon Saul believes the export potential of brown coal in the region is huge. Another explorative drill will also be sunk at Gelliondale, near Yarram. South Gippsland Shire Council (SGSC) mayor Warren Raabe said he knew nothing of the proposed project. “Bass Coast Shire Council, because of the level of community concern, has asked the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to do inform it over proposed coal seam gas exploration. Therefore they’ve had a heads up as a courtesy,” he said. “We haven’t heard of the exploration of coal at Agnes. We’ve been talking about the issue. I think I can safely say that the current view of councillors is that it’s a bit hard to ask the minister (Minister for Energy and Resources, Michael
O’Brien) to stop people finding out what is under the ground. Cr Raabe said SGSC would adopt a wait-and-see attitude toward the project. Agnes dairy farmer Kelvin Jackson expressed surprise at news of the coal search too. “I think people should absolutely be informed what mining companies are doing in their area. Naturally the companies are going to look around to see what’s there,” he said. “But it’s the last thing you want to hear, that someone finds something underneath the ground that’s of value and wants to turn your farm into a mining site.” Mr Saul said he could not say when or where any mining would take place in Agnes. “We know that most of the coal in the Agnes area is in the northern region, and somewhat to the east of Welshpool. Frankly, when it comes to the potential licence, you would need an expansion of the Latrobe Valley mining area. That’s a tough ask,” he said. “There are all the social licence obligations you have. At the moment though, we’re only at the initial exploration stage.”
Not on my land By Matt Dunn
FOR Agnes dairy farmer Kelvin Jackson the threat of a coal mine on or near his property is a nightmare come true.
Queensland mining company Resolve Geological will search for brown coal in and around Agnes, with a view to exporting the resource to the power-hungry Asian market. Mr Jackson believes that people should be informed when mining companies are looking for substances in their area. “For someone who produces food, as we do in the dairy industry, it’s not something that I’d personally be too excited about,” he said. Mr Jackson believes that once the digging starts, it condemns fertile farming land to one use only and it can never be returned to its original state. But another Agnes local, who asked not to be named, said the land should be open to other uses, so long as the operation was not an open cut mine or one that threatened the iconic Agnes Falls. “It depends where they’re thinking of mining as to whether it would be a good idea. It’s one of those things. You cannot make a judgment until you have more information,” she said. “I couldn’t really say I’m in favour or not in favour. If you’re specifically in an area you probably like to know what’s going on, but then again if a company wants to do an exploratory thing first, and has permission from a particular landowner to do that, there’s no sense being alarmist and get everyone up in arms about what may or may not happen. “There’s the two points of view really.” The woman said that “this argument went on years and years ago with the wind farm”. “There were so many people opposed to it, but so many people really keen – especially the farmers who were going to benefit from it financially,” she said. “We’ve learnt to live with them (the turbines) and I think they’re rather nice.”
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Employ asylum seekers -urges Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers By Jane Ross
Gippsland.
ASYLUM seekers should be employed as farm labourers in
That’s the view of Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers. He said this at an industry transition expo in
Speakers: Deputy Premier Peter Ryan (right) officially opened an industry transitions conference in Morwell. With him is one of the speakers Grant Crothers, CEO of Burra Foods.
Morwell last week. On Thursday evening, he explained his position to The Star this way: “There is no question a lack of labour is holding back agriculture in Gippsland. The reality is the immigrants of the 1950s and 60s ended on farms. “Now, we have business immigrants and (farm) labour is sitting in Villawood and on Christmas Island. “What is the government doing? “They’re ignoring the issue! The fight for labour is the big issue for agriculture.” Mr Crothers said the lack of farm labour had been a problem for quite a while and construction of the Wonthaggi desalination plant had been “the icing on the cake”, with well paying jobs luring relief milkers and the like. Mr Crothers said all three speakers from the agricultural sector on the first morning of the conference said the same thing. Why is there a shortage? “I don’t think people are interested in the work. It’s not the highest paid
Drugs alarm
Continued from page 1. Medications required for patients, methadone or buprenorphine, are only available from selected pharmacies in the area. “Patients need to be accepted by the pharmacist before they start providing the medication, and are required to go to the pharmacy on a daily basis to get the medication,” Mr Haddad said. “When the patient is stable, they are allowed to have take-away medications; all this requires is a good relationship with the patient and the pharmacy, and is not always easy.” Mr Haddad said alcohol, smoking and unemployment were contributing factors to drug addictions. “It’s a big issue; people who use heroin are usually heavy drinkers and heavy smokers, and isolation and unemployment are also factors. All these things come together,” he said. “Drugs are becoming more common, and when people stop working, they start wondering what to do with their time. Later on, someone invites them to try drugs and they become addicted.” Dr Haddad said only around 20 per cent of patients actually stop using heroin; while others stay in the program, they often relapse. “I think the problem is going to get bigger and
we need some help from different sectors, for example, for people who are unemployed. “We need programs to help people get voluntary jobs, community based projects or get retraining because the best thing that could happen to these people is to find a job or training; to find a goal in their life.” Dr Haddad said when he asks patients where they see themselves in 10 years time they often see an “empty space” or assume they will have died. “To get heroin, you need money and sometimes to get it, you need to steal or you need to sell drugs and it is a dangerous life,” he said. “The best thing is to get help from a multiple disciplinary team to help these people get back to work.” Bass Coast Community Health Service also provides social support for drug dependent people, help to monitor the social aspects of their lives. To treat people with a drug dependency, Dr Haddad said you need to be patient and understanding. “It’s not only just giving methadone or buprenorphine and seeing them in three months time, it’s not realistic,” he said. “You need to get involved with the patient and just try to find out which things are in their life. “The patient wants pri-
vacy and empathy, and I find the best thing is to not be judgemental with the patient. “You need to talk with the patient and be friendly; if the patient relapses, it is part of the job.” But Dr Haddad’s main objective behind treatment is to get the patient refocused with achievable goals. “Sometimes I talk with Centrelink or CRS to get involved with the patient to try find a suitable job,” he said. “I don’t want them sitting at home wondering what sort of drugs they can get tomorrow.” In a letter to today’s Star (Wednesday), Father Chris Riley, who is the CEO of Youth Off the Streets, said the Federal Government should take a different approach to catching and controlling drug users and traffickers, and should invest more in rehabilitation programs for addicts. “Jail should be not be the solution to managing this problem. It concerns me that 75 per cent of the government’s financial commitment is being used to catch drug users and traffickers and to put them in jail,” he said. “This money should be spent on rehabilitation and drug and alcohol programs that can help our young people overcome the risks of drug use. “
work, but it’s still gainful work. I would have thought immigration is one of the key ways to address it.” Mr Crothers said the lack of labour is suppressing agricultural activity and the milk industry has been contracting for 10 years. “We have turned the corner with better prices and the drought is over, but the opportunity to grow industry is increasingly challenging.” Nevertheless he added, Burra Foods would continue to grow because “there are further opportunities there”. Organised by the Gippsland Trades and Labour Council, the expo drew speakers from a wide range of industries to address the topic of transition. Agribusiness Gippsland chair Alex Arbuthnot said scheduling agricultural speakers at the start of the conference underlined how important that industry was to employment and prosperity in the region. The event was officially opened by Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan.
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He described it as a major milestone that would drive collaboration, innovation and future development in the
Gippsland region. Mr Arbuthnot went a step further. “That we can have a union group and a Na-
tional Party stalwart in Peter Ryan coming to the table with the same intent proves the maturity of the region’s thinking.”
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YOU won’t want to miss the South Gippsland Sustainability Festival on Saturday, April 14 that will be held along with the Coal Creek Farmers Market. The festival gets underway at 9am and runs until 2pm and there is loads on offer for all the family. There will be lots to entertain with mu-
sic, children’s activities and of course sustainable products on show and to purchase.
CONGRATULATIONS to Brianna Matthews, formerly of Leongatha. She graduated on March 24, with a Bachelor of Nursing from Monash University, Churchill. She is currently nursing at the West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul.
All for a good cause: members of the Toora Lions Club ran a barbecue on Saturday to help raise money for the Cancer Council. They are (from left) Jeff Unthank, Ken Foleita, Jim Brennan, Nigel Plowright, Hans Van Avik, David Roberts and Heather Spooner.
Garbage laziness: a large load of garbage has been left on the roadside near the intersection of the South Gippsland Highway and the Middle Tarwin road near Meeniyan. The rubbish includes an old television and a mattress. Let’s hope the Shire can sift through the mess and find the culprit and issue an appropriate fine! CONGRATULATIONS to Rhys Matthews, formerly of Leongatha. Rhys graduated from Swinburne University in Hawthorn on March 28, which a Bachelor of Business Information. He is currently working in Melbourne.
It’s whale watching season: a whale was spotted off Forrest Caves (Phillip Island) on Monday April 2– the first sighting for 2012. Watershed Victoria is co-ordinating Whalewatch again this year. Members of the public can phone or SMS 0438 646 677 and leave details of when and where they sight whales, and the species if known. MEMBERS of Gippsland Hills CWA Group are busy preparing for this week’s Exhibition of Handicrafts, Art and Home Industries, to be held at the Inverloch Community Hub. The Exhibition is open to the public on Friday, April 13, from 10am to 4.30pm and on Saturday, April14, from 10am to 3.30pm. The Inverloch Branch of the CWA will be selling delicious light lunches, morning and
afternoon teas. Come along and sample some famous CWA scones! There will be a raffle and a stall of home produce. This is the 58th consecutive exhibition held by the group, and will display approximately 1000 exhibits, in cooking, jams and preserves, knitting, crochet, embroidery, patchwork, toys and dolls, art and photography, floral art and many other crafts.
Sustainable homes on show THE latest in exciting sustainable factory built homes will be on show in Wonthaggi on Saturday, April 14. Locals and visitors will have the chance to see how innovative modular homes are built in the new Ecoliv factory on this special open day. Between 11am and 2pm members of the public can view the latest Ecoliv home under construction in a guided tour of the newly equipped factory. There will be visual exhibits of recently constructed Ecoliv Buildings including the Balnarring Beach House, Park St Inverloch, Cayley Court San Remo and Munro Rd Kernot. The Ecoliv display home in Graham Street Wonthaggi will be open for viewing for those wanting to gain the full experience of an Ecoliv
built home. Floor plans of the latest release module configurations will also be available when you pick up the new look Ecoliv Buildings brochure on arrival. Visitors can view the selection room where materials and colours are chosen with their experienced interior designer. Building designers from award winning Beaumont Concepts and the Ecoliv factory production staff will be available to answer questions and to guide visitors though the design and construction process. Ecoliv Buildings aims to make sustainable housing accessible to more people by designing and building energy efficient quality built homes in controlled factory conditions. Ecoliv’s factory built homes have a range of applications including extensions, studios or
Open day: the latest in sustainable factory built homes is on show this Saturday at the new Ecoliv factory site at 5 Carney’s Road in Wonthaggi. expansive family homes and take approximately 16 weeks to complete. Ecoliv Buildings Director Ashley Beaumont said, “the Open Day is the perfect opportunity for anyone considering building or extending a home
to see how Ecoliv can be adapted to various sites and living requirements and how to live sustainably from the start.” “We are opening our doors on Open Day and extending an invitation to anyone who’s ever driven
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past our new factory or the display home in Graham Street and wanted to find out a little more about what happens inside,” Mr. Beaumont said. You will find the new Ecoliv Factory at 5 Carneys Road in Wonthaggi.
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Water rates to rise By Jane Ross SOUTH Gippsland Water’s rates for Leongatha and Korumburra will rise by around 6.2 per cent in 2012/13. Managing director Philippe du Plessis said for the average consumer using 110 kilolitres a year, this would equate to a bill of $949, up from $894. He said the rise included three per cent to cover inflation. And, he added, the hike is “among the lowest in the State”. The 2012/13 rates were set in a five-year agreement with the Essential Services Commis-
sion and new five-year figures, known as Water Plan III, are underway. Mr du Plessis said these would cover from 2013/14 to 2017/18 and a draft of the plan would be released in May. It has to include all capital expenditure for that new five-year period and obligations of meeting Environment Protection Authority standards which are ever changing. Capital costs could be extensive. The authority estimates it will take $20 million to construct a pipe connecting Wonthaggi’s Lance Creek Reservoir with the Korumburra water supply. “We’re knocking on the door of government,” said Mr du Plessis hopefully, adding the
response had been encouraging. South Gippsland Water would also be “putting in bids” with the $1 billion Regional Growth Fund set up as an election promise by Deputy Premier Peter Ryan. The idea of the pipe is to secure Korumburra’s water supply for the next 50 years. Poowong, Loch and Nyora could also be connected in a second stage, but this is a medium to longer term project. Mr du Plessis said it would depend on water quality standard changes. The advantage of piping from Lance Creek is that its reservoir is large and will, thanks to Wonthaggi desalination plant connections, have the capacity to tap into Melbourne’s supply
Happy birthday: former cycling champion Rod Hopcraft (front right) rode 80kms with friends to celebrate becoming an octogenarian.
if necessary. Consultants are doing land topographical surveys, geotechnical investigations and environmental and ecological studies on a pipeline route. Mr du Plessis said these were part of a feasibility study “with the aim of gaining a better understanding of the project”. Landholders along possible routes have been informed. Early stages of the study should be ready by mid-April. A detailed Water Plan III is due to be lodged with the Essential Services Commission by the end of September. It will be approved or modified by April next year.
Birthday ride for Rod’s 80th ROD Hopcraft has long been a cycling enthusiast. He is, in fact, a former racing champion. The retired Mirboo North dairy farmer now lives in Inverloch and when he turned 80 recently, gathered a group of cycling friends together to ride a kilometre for every one of those 80 years. Their journey began in Inverloch, took them around the town and Cape Paterson, returning to the starting point by 2pm. Rod began the tradition of riding his birthday years some time ago. As one of his friends said, “You’ll be in trouble when you turn 100 Rod!”
Rod and his wife Beth moved to Mirboo North in 1974, raising their family Chris, Carol, Rodney and Tracie. With his easy going style and sense of humour, Rod fitted in to community life. He was president of the Leongatha Horticultural Society for some years, joined a writing group and was closely involved with the Leongatha Cycling Club, especially during its carnival years. Family – including Tracie who flew from Sweden – and friends joined Rod for a traditional birthday celebration a couple of days before the birthday ride.
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Drugs war is lost
I am writing in regards to the recent debate sparked off by Australia21’s The Prohibition of Illicit Drugs is Killing and Criminalising our Children and we are Letting it Happen report about Australia’s war on drugs being ‘a failure’ and the suggestions that drugs should be decriminalised. I have years of experience with young people who have faced the challenges of drug abuse as a means of escaping their day-to-day ex-
periences and the drug and alcohol rehabilitation services within Youth Off The Streets prove that some young people do want to fight their own war against the drugs that have become their lives. The affects of drugs on a young person can be irreversible. Our kids are at a time in their lives when their brains are forming the critical parts they need for memory, learning, planning and emotional development. Subsequent media about the
E D I T O R I A L SOUTH Gippsland is certainly not immune to the drug problem surrounding us and to tackle the problem we need to attack it on several fronts. The community and families need to discuss this issue openly to gain a better insight into the problem. For too long drug problems have been either invisible to the majority of citizens or “someone else’s problem”. Our doctors need to be supported too, as there currently is a shortage of GPs willing to tackle the various drug treatments needed for patients and immense pressure on those GPs who are trying to help. Problems aren’t exclusive to the young either. There is a growing perception that binge drinking is acceptable behaviour and that drinking of alcohol is necessary “for a good time”. According to Dr Mauricio Haddad, the only doctor in both Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shires involved in this area, alcohol, smoking and unemployment were contributing factors to drug addictions. A third way to tackle the problem is to spend more on rehabilitation and drug and alcohol programs designed to help people overcome the risk of drug use. Many millions are currently being spent at the ugly end when people are being locked away in jail as the solution, when more productive effort could be put in at the earlier stage before the problem gets out of hand. **** News to extend the rail trail between Foster and Welshpool is fantastic and goes one step closer to completing the dream of a Leongatha to Yarram, 88 kilometre unbroken bike ride. This is approximately the same distance as the hugely successful Bright to Wangaratta rail trail which has been a tourism bonanza for all towns along the route. The sooner the various levels of Government find money to finish the Koonwarra to Meeniyan “gap”in the trail, the sooner South Gippsland businesses can start to enjoy the same tourist boost as our neighbours in the north. It is a huge money commitment but Governments should now bite the bullet and get on with it!
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Bass Coast rate hike By Jane Ross BASS Coast ratepayers can expect a rate rise later this year of up to 7.9 per cent.
Councillors are scheduled to consider a draft budget later this month. Shire council CEO Allan Bawden told The Star last week, that in line with long term financial plan, the budget will maintain services and build on natural growth. As much money as possible will be put into capital works renewal. Mr Bawden said he had not yet seen a copy of the draft budget, adding, “There are a few new capital works in there.” These include finishing the Children’s Hub at Cowes and the $1million purchase of part of a carnival site in Cowes for future
recreation use. The site covers about 40 acres. Having adopted a strategy to redevelop the Wonthaggi Pool, councillors will consider that in the budget too. Mr Bawden said the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) believes local government costs are rising at between 5.5 and six per cent a year. “CPI (the Consumer Price Index) doesn’t mean much in local government,” Mr Bawden explained. “Our main costs are in oil, bitumen and labour.” With those ever rising, Bass Coast would be hard pressed to avoid its long term financial plan of a rate rise of between 5.5 to 7.9 per cent. Mr Bawden said the budget will go to the June meeting of council and public comment will be sought before the final budget adoption in July.
report speaks about marijuana as a soft drug used in Australia, but my experience with this drug is that it can have terrible effects, which can eventuate to mental illness. Youth who use this drug heavily around the ages of 13 or 14 often develop schizophrenia or paranoia when they reach the age of 17 or 18. It is my understanding that this effect is significant and is detrimental to our young people, our future. For years Australia has been facing the issues of drugs, including the effects on our youth, without a solution to ending the battle with its use. We should be having the conversation with the community about the ways that we could manage the situation better. Locking our young people in jails is not a successful way of putting a stop to drug traffickers; in fact these individuals will always find an alternative means to create a new market. For example, when Australia took a ‘tough’ approach on heroin, sources found an alternative, cheaper drug in the marketplace, ice. Additionally, our young people are taking unknown drugs from sources that can also be unknown, because this is where they are accessible due to our crackdown on illegalising the use of drugs. This is dangerous and can also have significant consequences for our youth. We need to think about how we can target the drug pushers to ensure that they don’t get access to our young people. I would be happy to have the conversation about removing the criminal element of drug use. As I said, jail should not be the solution to managing this problem. It concerns me that 75 per cent of the government’s financial commitment is being used to catch drug users and traffickers and to put them in jail. This money should be spent on rehabilitation and drug and alcohol programs that can help our young people overcome the risks of drug use. The government should be serious about funding these programs rather than wasting their money on locking young people in jail cells. Father Chris Riley Chief Executive Officer Youth Off The Streets Ltd
Body image ignorance I AM concerned the Baillieu Government has dropped the ball on the issue of body image. Body image is a very important issue facing young people, in particular females. According to Mission Australia’s national survey of young Australians aged 11 to 24, 33.2 per cent of young Victorians considered body image as their top personal concern. The previous Labor State Government funded a range of initiatives to address this issue, including committing $2.1 million over four years to implement solutions through the Teenagers Go For Your Life – Positive Body Image Strategy. This was a comprehensive strategy that was the first of its kind in Australia. It was developed in response to a parliamentary inquiry into the effects of negative body image on young people. Young people reported on how important this issue was to them and Labor listened. The Baillieu Government needs to outline what funding it will provide in this year’s State Budget to support programs that promote a positive body image amongst our youth. Jenny Mikakos, Shadow Minister for Children and Young Adults.
Second class? I HAD until recently always believed employees of a local council were known as public servants, employed as service providers to Australian Citizens. But, on April 3, 2012, I made an enquiry about an employee of council, simply requesting that person’s job description. I had seen the person’s name appear in print a few times with no reference to their role. I guess I was being a bit of a busy body because I rang the number that accompanied the name. I got into a heated dispute with another council employee who answered the phone. This person refused outright to inform me what role at council the other person held. As a client of council I was outraged at being furnished with the information related to my harmless request. I was
told the information was private and could not be given to me. This in my belief is taking the Privacy Act a little too far. We find here, yet another example many councils have adopted, they publicly state they believe in transparency and co-operative dealings with the public, but issuing such statements with no integrity, because in reality they do the opposite. My experience was a real reminder they view us fellow citizens in a class below themselves. Robert Field, Venus Bay.
Provocative poster AS A local who drives past Milie Surf Wear each day to work I must admit I am glad to see that Mr Horell has finally seen sense and covered over that borderline pornography he calls advertising. It is unfortunate that it has taken a number of acts of vandalism for him to see sense. As a husband and father, I am offended by the provocative sexual pose of the poster in question. Over 12 months ago I personally spoke with Mr Horell and told him I found the poster offensive. Such a poster degrades women, and only appeals to the sexual appetite of some men. I expressed my view that I do not want my daughter growing up thinking that her value comes from how she looks, or how sexual she appears. Women have amazing qualities and talents and they have done the hard yards over past decades breaking many of the ill fitting stereotypes placed on them by men with unwholesome agendas. It saddens me to think that we allow advertising companies to manipulate our children in the name of profit, and so many of us turn a blind eye to the psychological manipulation and demeaning tactics such companies use. I surf and I also trail bike ride. When my children are old enough they probably will too, but I can say this with confidence, any company that thinks it can use sexual images to sell me their
products are kidding themselves. Unfortunately Mr Horell has missed out on my business these past 18 months, and quite possibly that of my work colleagues and friends who enjoy the same type of recreational activities as I do. Mr Horell, I wish your business well and providing the posters stay covered or are removed, I may return my custom. Linden Stokes, Leongatha.
Helpers thanked
ON March 14 you had a photo of the Helimed One Air Ambulance airlifting me from the Inverloch Surf Beach after I fell on hard compacted sand, fracturing my left pelvis and pubic bone. It took quite some time for the ambulance to locate me and after assessment it was decided that it would be to my advantage to have me airlifted to the Latrobe Regional Hospital. I was amazed at the assistance given to me from the public while waiting for medical assistance to arrive. One gentleman volunteered to wait on the roadside for the ambulance to arrive and direct them to me. Another group went to their holiday house and brought back pillows and blankets to try and make me more comfortable from the cold sand. Another was a first aider and offered her assistance. I would dearly love to be able to sincerely offer my thanks to all on the day who went out of their way to help a stranger in need. My fishing partner and my wife would also like to pass on their thanks as well, but I guess the only way this might happen is if they read this in your letters to the editor or equivalent column. I am completely out of action and confined to a wheelchair for six plus weeks and I am deeply thankful to the tremendous help given by the staff at the Latrobe Regional Hospital. They are a credit to the Latrobe Valley residents who should be thankful for the facilities offered. All in all my experience was a life changing one made bearable by all the people who have assisted me during this accident. Ricky Packett, Sunbury.
VOXPOP! VOX Do you think there is a drug problem in South Gippsland?
I’ve seen more of an alcohol problem than a drug problem, but there is a small percentage of people who have an issue with drugs. Sabrina Kaeser, Inverloch
In a few areas there is definitely a problem, yes. Ryan Littlejohn, Mirboo North
It’s definitely not as bad here as it is in Melbourne, but it depends on where you go. Shane Littlejohn, Mirboo North
I think that there is a lot of drug use around the area, but we just don’t see much of it publicly. Scott Cameron, Leongatha
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Toora boat ramp faces another hurdle By Sarah Vella THE debate over the dredging of the Toora boat ramp access channel, which has been raging for years, doesn’t look like being resolved any time soon.
The access channel servicing the Toora boat ramp was originally created in 1992. The channel links the boat ramp with the main Toora channel in Corner Inlet. The access channel requires maintenance dredging to ensure the continuance of safe boat launching and retrieval. It was noted by the South Gippsland Shire Council in 2008 that the ramp was then only usable by small craft during high tide, which limited the boat
ramp’s effectiveness in allowing craft into Corner Inlet on all tides. The original site planned for the disposal of dredged material was declared unsuitable, due to the area being an important habitat for migratory orange bellied parrots. Since then, local residents, Mr and Mrs Tuffin have generously offered a paddock that is around one quarter of a kilometre from the boat ramp as an alternative to the original site. In November 2011, it looked likely that this proposed location for the dredging waste would be suitable and that the dredging could have started. However, this location is now subject to another survey concerning the local population of the endangered orange bellied parrot. Orange bellied parrots are one of only three mi-
gratory parrot species in the world. They migrate annually from their breeding sites in south western Tasmania, to south eastern coastal areas of Victoria and South Australia over winter. South Gippsland Shire councillor and long time Toora resident, Jeanette Harding is frustrated by yet another hold up. “It is a vitally important thing (the boat ramp), we
are trying to encourage tourists to come to Toora and see the boats coming in and out and see the birdlife that is in the area. It would be a great asset for the town,” Cr Harding said. “Toora is a little town that is slowly dying, trying to build itself up again. We have the support of the community, the shire and the state government. It is the federal government that keeps holding us up.”
Above: New site: Cr Jeanette Harding points out the proposed site for the dredging waste that cannot yet be utilised due to the pending orange bellied parrot survey.
Clogged channel: Cr Jeanette Harding is concerned that if the dredging is not completed in the near future, the small town will be greatly affected.
Trekkers enjoy summer walks THE Southern Gippsland Walking and Adventure Club has had a varied program during the summer months which has proved popular with members.
Meeniyan walk: from left local walking group members Judy Speedy, Kerry Baggalay, Val McDonald, friend Ilsa, Julie Johnson and Heather Cruickshank enjoyed a trek out of Meeniyan recently.
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Tuesday walks have continued mostly in the local area and a recent trip to Wilsons Promontory was really enjoyed after the long closure of the southern walking tracks due to the flood damage. It was pleasing to note many tracks were opened for the Easter break. A
large group of members took the ferry to French Island for the day and walked up to 16 kilometres, exploring one very small part of the island. Another fun walk started before day break at Kilcunda. Members drove to Punchbowl and started the walk back to Kilcunda, aiming to reach the highest point before sunrise so that daybreak could be seen over the water. In contrast, the next week a group walked to Cape Woolamai to see the shearwaters return to their burrows and feed their offspring at dusk.
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Keen cyclists took their bikes with panniers to Ballarat on the train. Over three days they rode on the rail trail and country roads in the Gisborn, Ballarat and Skipton area. Their next big trip will be five days on the road from Ararat to Warrnambool. Paddlers have explored the Bass River and will try the Nowa Nowa and Lake Tyers area shortly. A very popular activity was the day spent at the Leongatha aerodrome trying out gliding. Weather was perfect and views over our local area superb.
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Mirboo North CFA to the rescue
WITH a growing number of road accidents, in some cases with no rescue response within 100 kilometres, members of Mirboo North Fire Brigade put up their hands to provide this service.
That was about three decades ago. Mirboo North Brigade provides not only an extremely high level of fire coverage to the community and local area, but also a first class rescue response. They also have a rope rescue response, which is both necessary and helpful due to the topography of the area it services. The brigade has a total membership of 35, of which 25 are operational members and 12 are rescue operators. Around half of the brigade’s membership is under 25 years of age which augurs well for the future. At present the brigade, which is situated in District 9, has a light pumper, a 3.4D tanker, a heavy rescue appliance and the Mirboo North FCV. The fire station is also the group headquarters and DivComm. Once the brigade received rescue ac-
Rescue squad: members of the Mirboo North Road Rescue team, back row, from left; Noel Hough, David Smith (second lieutenant), Alex Visser, Jason Barnes (third lieutenant), Tim Bessell-Browne and Mick Bristow. Front row from left; Rob Nyhuis (captain) and Kevin West (first lieutenant). creditation, the local Apex Club voted to make a donation to help the brigade purchase the range of tools it needed, which was a substantial cost in those days. Ironically, one of the first road rescues the brigade performed was to a motor vehicle accident involving a relative
of an Apex member. This equipment was towed on a trailer by a member’s car to accidents in these early days, which was no small task as the rescue area is in excess of 1000 square kilometres. Generous donations in the formative
years were also made by Mirboo North Brigade Ladies’ Auxiliary (now in recess). They were an extremely strong group of ladies that used their fundraising efforts to assist the brigade make additional purchases to assist with its rescue work. “The provision of road rescue service to the community and greater area is something which members of the brigade take extremely seriously,” brigade captain, Rob Nyhuis said. “We can respond to a variety of different impacts or often, given the nature of our service area, vehicles that have gone off the road. Passenger cars, heavy haulage and milk tankers are most commonly involved in incidents, so our training concentrates on these areas. “Rescue training is carried out once a month and everyone within the brigade is involved. Non rescue members are still required to undertake the theory component so they can assist in rescue operations. We also involve the use of ropes in these scenarios under our rope specialist, fourth lieutenant, Mark Kennedy. “In addition, our training also ex-
tends to sessions held by CFA Rescue Association. We give all our brigade operators the opportunity to attend and they are required to come back and share the information and new methods they have learned. Such days are a great tool for learning.” Rescue members at Mirboo North Brigade are very close and look out for one another. Internal support is a great way of checking on how a colleague is doing. Following an abnormal job, one member, usually the officer in charge of the rescue, is tasked with making followup calls to everyone in attendance to check all is well. This is a great support mechanism, encouraged by Mr Nyhuis. “We have been commended by Police and ambulance officers, and families directly affected by road trauma on how well we deal with those involved, not only in terms of the level of professionalism and competence in the rescue procedure but just as importantly the level of care we provide patients and the families during these stressful situations. This makes you proud to be part of the team.”
New road safety campaign to target young men PREMIER Ted Baillieu has joined forces with Essendon footballer Dustin Fletcher to launch a new campaign designed to encourage young men to look after their mates and stay safe on the roads.
Mates first: launching the new TAC campaign were Premier Ted Baillieu, Dustin Fletcher and TAC CEO Janet Dore with TAC Cup players on the MCG. They are: Jake Stringer, Bendigo Pioneers; Joe Daniher, Calder Cannons; Nick Tuddenham, Dandenong Stingrays; Tim Jones, Eastern Ranges; George Curnow, Geelong Falcons; Anthony Tipungwuti, Gippsland Power; Nathan Drummond, Murray Bushrangers; Nick Vlastuin, Northern Knights; Tim McKenzie, North Ballarat Rebels; Chris Prowse, Oakleigh Chargers; Cameron Banfield, Sandringham Dragons; and Ashlin Brown, Western Jets.
The campaign will see Victoria’s Under 18 Australian rules competition, the TAC Cup, rebranded in its 21st year to “Speed Hurts”. “Young people in their first year of driving are about three times more likely to be killed or seriously injured than more experienced drivers,” Mr Baillieu said. “The rebranding of the TAC Cup is an opportunity to send a message to young male drivers about the importance of looking after your mates and staying safe on the roads. “Every year about 75 young people between the ages of 16 and 25 are killed on Victorian roads, 60
of them men.” New road safety advertisements will also go to air featuring AFL commentary great Denis Commetti. TAC CEO Janet Dore said speed remained one of the biggest killers on Victorian roads, with about 30 per cent of all fatal collisions having speed as a major contributing factor. “Following today’s launch, the TAC together with AFL Victoria, will run community events in each of the TAC Cup regions where clubs can celebrate their history, and players and parents can sign a mural showing their commitment to slowing down on the roads,” Ms Dore said. “By giving young people a better road safety education, the TAC Cup makes a difference to the number of young people killed and seriously injured on our roads.”
Easter bunnies, you’re in our sights.
AFL Victoria general manager Grant Williams said the 21st year of the competition is a great time to highlight the long lasting partnership between the TAC and AFL Victoria. “It is fantastic to have such a supportive partner in the TAC who have been involved with the competition since its inception in 1992,” Mr Williams said. “The partnership supports a broader program that aims to develop and educate young players and prepare them for life on and off the field. “We need to keep highlighting the important issue of road safety and the AFL Victoria TAC Cup competition is one of the ways we can keep it at the forefront of young Victorians’ minds.” To view the TAC’s new road safety advertisements visit http:// www.youtube.com/ TACVictoria
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Settling well: Dr Elise Ly is enjoying practising at the Leongatha Medical Clinic.
Different type of doctoring LEONGATHA’S newest doctor, Elise Ly is settling in well.
Dr Ly told The Star that she was really enjoying her time at Leongatha despite it just being her third week. “I chose to work here because my husband is a GP here and has been here for three years,” she said. “We were working in Cairns for a few years and then came back to Victoria for family and friends, and he was looking for a spot. “One of his friends said Leongatha was a good spot to work at and he also had some family down this way in Gippsland, and that’s how we ended up here.” Dr Ly has recently finished a diploma of obstetrics which she underwent at Warragul hospital before moving to Leongatha.
Obstetrics is the care of a woman and her child during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. Before that Dr Ly worked in Melbourne. “I was at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in emergency mainly,” she said. “I also did a bit of stuff in intensive care as well though.” Dr Ly finds it hard to compare being a GP in a country practice to other work she has done. “I guess I haven’t done the same job everywhere I have been,” she said. “There is still a lot of bread and butter stuff that isn’t going to change, but everywhere I’ve been I’ve been a different type of doctor so I can’t comment on what it’s like to be a GP elsewhere.
Dr Ly said that she likes connecting with the patients in Leongatha. “Because I’ve worked in emergency in the city you get to see a lot of GP-type stuff but you don’t have the time to sit down and follow them up,” she said. “That’s been a really nice part of coming here and seeing what happens to the patients in the long run.” The country lifestyle is fantastic according to Dr Ly and she enjoys it very much. “I think there’s a great variety you get to see and I love living out of the city,” she said. “It is really lush and green here, and not having traffic is excellent.” Dr Ly will be working in Leongatha for six months before travelling to South Africa with her husband to practice there.
165 years of service! A GROUP of Bass Coast Shire Council staff recently celebrated a combined 165 years of service.
Peter Britt was congratulated for his long local government career which started at the Shire of Bass 30 years ago. That shire was absorbed into Bass Coast when amalgamations took place in 1994. Council’s events coordinator Frank Angarane, also celebrated 30 years of service and was praised for his strong ties with the local community. Frank’s 30 years include roles at the Shire of Bass, working first as an engineer and more recently as events coordinator. Barry Davidson, who operates a range of heavy plant and equipment, marked 20 years and infrastructure admin officer Cindy Pizzol, 15 years. Bill Blanch, a committed member of council’s road maintenance team; Brian Scarce who completed his apprenticeship with that team and Chris Lodge, who completed an apprenticeship in horticulture with the parks and gardens maintenance crew celebrated 10 years. So did Noelene Hogh-
Well done: from left, Bass Coast staff who celebrated their milestones last week included Sharon Fowles, Frank Angarane, mayor Cr Veronica Dowman, Bill Blanch and Brian Scarce, Matt Finlay and Cindy Pizzol with CEO Allan Bawden. (Absent: Leanne du Plessis, Noelene Hoghton, Barry Davidson and Peter Britt. ton, property scanning officer; Leanne du Plessis, customer service officer; Sharon Fowles, governance manager and Matt Finlay, IT team leader. Mayor Cr Veronica Dowman congratulated the staff members on their dedication and level of service.
Trida attack attempted murder A 33-YEAR-OLD man has been charged with attempted murder over the assault of his exgirlfriend in Trida on April 1. Hugh Marshall allegedly broke into the home of the 38-year-old woman and attacked her with a sledge hammer in the presence of her eight-year-old son. She remains in the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne in a critical condition, suffering from multiple head injuries. Mr Marshall faced court last Wednesday and has been remanded until July 5, when he will face the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court.
Holiday roads stay safe OPERATION Crossroads campaign was a success in the Bass Coast Police Service Area over the weekend, with only four drivers caught driving with a positive blood alcohol reading. In total, 4495 breath tests were conducted throughout the region. Around 100 other offences were detected, including speeding and using a mobile phone whilst driving.
The team: Luke Rogers, Tommy Wilson, Jarrad Hayward, Rohan Kaldvee and Steph Goss make up the professional team at Rohan Kaldvee Electrician.
Electricians at your service ROHAN Kaldvee Electrician can be called upon for all your electrical needs. Rohan has been a practising electrician for 18 years, starting his business in Leongatha in 2002. “It is a challenging occupation. There are always new products and innovations to learn about,” Rohan said. “We like to keep up with the new technology and new innovations, such as LED lighting, which is cost effective and energy efficient.” Rohan started his trade in the Latrobe Valley, in the mining industry, where he gained valuable knowledge of industrial wiring systems. With travelling to and from the Latrobe Valley getting tedious, Rohan decided to start his own business. For the first three years of operation, he maintained his position in the Latrobe Valley, while only working on his own business part time. In 2005, Rohan decided to run his business full-time. His first apprentice
Jarrad Hayward joined him at the end of 2005, and since then, the business has steadily grown. Rohan now employs five electricians, ranging from a second year apprentice, to fully qualified tradespeople, and his wife, Sarah is the book-keeper. The business covers all of South Gippsland, including Wonthaggi, Korumburra, Foster and Mirboo North. Rohan and his team can complete work ranging from domestic, commercial and industrial wiring, to wiring new homes, or rewiring old homes. They can also install split system air conditioners, phone extensions and underground power. Other aspects of the business include testing and tagging electrical appliances, installation of mains power smoke detectors, location of underground cables and the upgrade of switchboards and installations of safety switches. They can also perform all types of general electrical maintenance around the home or workplace.
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More than just a shed By Heather Calder THE celebration of the centenary of state secondary education has meant the discovery of connections with the beginning of secondary education in Leongatha. In 1912, students could
only attend the agricultural high school by walking or riding their horses. Horses required a paddock solely for their use and a shed for their feed and the storage of saddles and other equipment. In the 1940s, buses brought the students into school and the shed and horse paddock were no longer needed. Bob
O’Malley and his father Peter owned the farm next to the land owned by the Department of Education. They purchased the shed and leased the “Pony Paddock�. “I used my tractor and Don Nelson’s tractor. I had help pulling the shed down but I rebuilt it all myself,� Bob said. The original iron remains on the sides of the
shed and the shed remains in use today. The O’Malley farm has been the site of the cross country runs by the schools for more than 50 years. Jumping the drains and getting muddy at O’Malley’s holds a special place for many students. Current owner, Peter Thomas O’Malley, attended the technical school.
“When I attended primary school, I kept getting punished because I wrote left handed. They kept hitting my hands,� he said. “I was amazed when I went to tech that no one hit me; they let me be. I enjoyed school there, particularly the trade subjects with Bill Fisher, Ken Hogg and Alex Townley.� Peter’s farm has many hidden treasures besides his 100-year-old shed. In another shed, he has mementos from his grandfather, Peter John O’Malley. Farm implements and tools of that era remind Peter just how hard his grandfather and father had to work to establish their farm.
Historical reminder: Peter O’Malley, his father Bob and son Matthew with a seat Peter built. The wheels were originally used on a cannon in Europe.
Schools appeals to four generations By Lyn Skillern THERE are some families in the local area for whom the centenary of secondary education in Leongatha holds special significance. These are the families where four generations have attended the schools since the Leongatha Agricultural High School opened in 1912. It is sometimes difficult to know who these families are as the names may have changed with the generations. The Chalmers and the Thorsons have four generations with the same surname and with other surnames as well. Four members of the Sage family, Rupert, Doris, Ted and Theo attended Leongatha High in the 1920s. Some of their children, grandchildren and great grand children followed on.
Lining up: Janice Pitcher, Stacey Notman and Rosslyn Notman in front of the shrub planted by the last first day student of Leongatha High School, Don Chalmers, in 1987. Janice Pitcher (nee Sage) is Theo’s daughter and she went to Leongatha High School in the 1950s. Her daughter Rosslyn Notman (nee Pitcher) started at Leongatha High School in the late 1970s and her daughter Stacey Notman is currently in Year 10 at Leongatha Secondary College. Rosslyn’s sons Aaron and Dean Notman also attended Leongatha
Secondary College and are now apprentices. The link to the Leongatha Technical School is also strong, as the late Ivan Notman, father of Aaron, Dean and Stacey attended that school in the 1970s. There must be more families out there in the community with a strong connection and historian Lyn Skillern wants to know who you are.
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Palm Sunday walk unites By Sarah Vella THE Combined Churches of Leongatha came together recently to celebrate Easter and what it means to them.
People walked from the four corners of Leongatha to meet at Memorial Hall. They then assembled a cross to hang in Apex Park over Easter, followed by lunch in the park. The four locations from which people began the walk were: Leongatha Recreation Reserve, St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church, the corner of Johnson and McCartin streets, and from the Salvation Army on Shingler Street. Once the congregation met at Memorial Hall, they sang hymns and prayed. A small brass band, made up of parishioners from the area, played along with them. Around 100 people joined in the Easter celebration, which Marg Aeschlimann said was a great display of unity. “The denominational barriers meant nothing. It was a great show of fellowship,” she said. The purpose of the day was to pray for the blessing of God over Leongatha and districts.
Cross to bear: two young members of the congregation get in to the spirit.
Speaker: author Barry Heard spoke at the Inverloch Library. He paused at the Vietnam/Korea/Malaya memorial outside The Hub. With him are president of the Friends of Inverloch Library Helen Barallon (left) and secretary Mary Schooneveldt. Song and dance: the brass band takes a break from playing.
Well done Barry AUTHOR and Vietnam veteran Barry Heard was warmly welcomed at the Inverloch Library recently, where he spoke about his books, particularly his first, Well Done Those Men. The book was one of eight selected from Victoria to mark the National Year of Reading. To honour that, his veteran mates had an original seal added to the fly leaf of a copy of Well Done Those Men. They
Ready to pray: a keen group of people gather at Leongatha Memorial Hall to pray, sing and assemble a cross.
State Coal Mine underground reopening WONTHAGGI’S State Coal Mine officially reopened its underground tours last Tuesday after an eight year closure. Parks Victoria staff, dignitaries, Friends of the State Coal Mine volunteers and the public also celebrated the opening of the attraction’s brand new information centre and cafe. Bass MLA Ken Smith had the honour of cutting the ribbon, and later on donned a safety helmet and Safety first: Shelley Applebee and Bass MLA Ken Smith prepare start the headed underground for a quick tour in one of the brand new skips. descent underground at the State Coal Mine.
Open and improved: State Coal Mine operations manager Braxton Laine and Bass Coast Council CEO Alan Bawden celebrate the opening of the site’s $3 million upgrade.
had to send to Italy for it and Barry is thrilled with the maroon seal that is embossed with his initials in gold. When he was called up for the war, Barry told The Star his first boss was John Methven, founder of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum in Newhaven. “He told me off for swearing!” Barry recalled. The author’s visit to Inverloch was arranged by the Friends of Inverloch Library.
Official opening: Parks Victoria’s Steve Burns and volunteer John Fleming, who donates his time to undertake mine maintenance every week. Right, In control: Peter Walters operates the new skip and winder, which safely transports visitors out of the underground mine.
Praise for volunteers: Kevin Guthrie, Jack Blundell, Steve Harrop and Rosalie Dennis are just four of the many dedicated volunteers who play a big role in keeping the State Coal Mine open for visitors.
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Pre-paid fuel an inconvenience DRIVERS may have to start pre-paying for fuel if a suggestion by police is adopted. Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Graham Ashton has written to the fuel industry urging it to adopt a pre-pay system to stop petrol drive-offs. This comes as fuel prices rise as we head towards the Easter long weekend. Managing director of Evans Petroleum, Stuart Evans said a pre-paid system would be an inconvenience. “I think that the majority of customers are really good and it’s going to inconvenience a lot of people who will have to pre-pay,” he said. “If people pay by card and they
pay $50 worth and the car only takes 45 they’ve got to come back in and get credit, it makes life, I believe, a little more awkward.” Mr Evans agrees that it would stop petrol drive-offs. “It would be the most effective way to stop the drive-offs,” he said. “In any other business if someone comes to buy something and they don’t have the money to pay for it they just don’t take it away, but it’s a bit awkward once they’ve filled their car up.” The prepaid system will also stop service stations receiving extra revenue from spontaneous purchases at the counter, according to Mr Evans. “Hard to gauge whether that would increase the price of fuel
though,” he said. As the price of fuel goes up drives-offs usually increase but Mr Evans said they don’t usually have many deliberate fuel thefts in this area. “We do have a few from time to time, most of our drive-offs are accidental, not deliberate ones, people get distracted, jump in the car and drive off,” he said. VACC executive director David Purchase said that the VACC do not support the system completely. “VACC has previously recommended to Victoria Police that prepaying for fuel is one of the strategies that should be adopted by the whole industry in the fight against deliberate fuel theft,” he said. “However, we do not support the
introduction of pre-pay at all pumps and for 24 hours of the day. Our members support the use of pre-pay at high risk times and at high risk pumps only.” VACC represents independent service stations in Victoria through its Service Stations and Convenience Stores Division. Mr Purchase suggests there are other methods which can be used to fight against drive-offs. “Until the whole retail fuel industry introduces pre-pay, the next best thing is for a vehicle owner to secure their number plate to their car with one-way screws,” he said. “The harder it is for thieves to remove number plates, the harder it is for them to commit a crime.”
Easter road safety operation launched MOTORCYCLE safety, both on-road and off-road, was the focal point for Victoria Police’s Easter road safety operations 2012. As part of the nation-wide Operation Crossroads, police motorcycles and four-wheel drives were patrolling high road trauma areas around the state over the Easter break. Police off-road motorbikes had a strong presence at popular camping and holiday areas. Officers from the Victoria Police Solo Unit focused on motorcycle licensing, registration, alcohol and driving behaviour offences in even the most remote locations. Highway Patrol also focused on recreational motorcyclists travelling to and from these areas and carparks where they talked about motorcycle safety issues Police targeted on-road motorcycle safety
with patrols by the Solo Unit across the Wellington Shire and focused on speed and dangerous riding. Deputy Commissioner Kieran Walshe has called for motorists to keep road safety in the forefront of their mind. Operation Crossroads Commander Superintendent Neville Taylor said the police have launched a three-month road enforcement campaign: We are the Toll, to take action on 2012’s road toll. “Our Easter operation is the first of many large-scale operations police will be running as part of this campaign. Joining police to launch the operation was Director of Emergency, Associate Professor Melinda Truesdale from The Royal Melbourne Hospital. A/Prof Truesdale said Easter was a time to spend with family and friends and not in a hospi-
tal emergency department. “The results of a motorbike accident can be tragic and horrific,” A/Prof Truesdale said. “Motorbike injuries range from broken bones, third degree road rash to head injury, including traumatic brain injury, and sadly, ultimately death. “So it’s vital that all riders and their passengers wear the correct clothing and ensure that they do not become another Easter statistic in our emergency department.” Supt Taylor said that all police took part in Operation Crossroads, including the State Highway Patrol and Operations Response Unit. Police were supported by VicRoads Transport Safety Services (TTS) vehicles with VicRoads officers patrolling major arterial routes and focusing on heavy vehicle safety. Mobile speed cameras were also operating in high road trauma areas around the state.
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Everything and more THE Nissan Pathfinder is everything you want and more in a family SUV.
From the seven seats to the powerful engine the Pathfinder is great for getting away from it all and is practical enough to take on day to day driving. From when you first look at the Pathfinder you know it’ll be roomy inside. The seven seats fit seven adults comfortably
and with the rear seats down, large amounts of luggage can be squeezed into the back. In the driver’s seat the Pathfinder is great. The high driving position, large side mirrors and roomy cockpit make driving easy, even in traffic. All electric mirrors, windows and seats make life simpler from the driver’s seat, while easy to use climate and stereo controls are in close reach
and also on the steering wheel. Although the Pathfinder is big on size on the outside it is remarkably easy to park – even those tricky reverse parallel parks which are needed sometimes. Even if the Pathfinder doesn’t take off like a race car it has the power to pull, with a three tonne towing capacity. This is perfect for that get away when towing the boat, caravan or trailer.
Ready for adventure: the Nissan Pathfinder is a family SUV that can take you whereever you want to go.
The ST, ST-L and Ti all have the 2.5L turbodiesel engine under the hood, which puts out 140kw while the top of the range Ti 550 is fitted with the 3.0L V6 turbodiesel engine which boasts 170kw and gives the Ti 550 a three and a half tonne towing capacity. The Pathfinder is not scared of heading off road either, with ALL-MODE 4x4 with low range a feature in all the models, and gives you the choice of the best driving mode at the turn of a knob. Other features included or available on the Pathfinder range include leather seats, six airbags, 17 inch alloys and many more. Overall the Pathfinder is a great choice for a large
family vehicle, or for the family that is adventurous and likes to see the outdoors. Drop into Edney’s Leongatha to find out more about the great Nissan Pathfinder, or take one for a test drive today.
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Festival set to be better than ever THE third annual South Gippsland Sustainability Festival will be held at Coal Creek Community Park on Saturday, April 14. The festival will have over 50 stalls promoting
sustainable products and concepts, a locally converted (petrol to electric) car on display, a ‘fix it’ stand, where visitors can bring small items for repair by carpenters, seamstresses and handymen. The speakers’ program in the Courthouse will
address solar energy, bee keeping, composting with worms and a film and discussion on climate change. Christine Hamilton, organiser and Sustainability Planner at Council is sure that the festival will be a success. “We’ve worked hard to
ensure the event will have something to appeal to everyone,” Ms Hamilton said. “Following the successful pairing of the event last year with the Coal Creek Farmers’ Market, we’re running them in conjunction once again. Visitors can purchase their market goods and leave them in a cool holding area in the foyer at Coal Creek while they explore the festival, which runs from 9am until 2pm. Entry is free and all are welcome.” The popular sustainable living home expo will return, with tradesmen and suppliers on hand to give advice on retrofitting homes or building environmentally friendly new ones. The Speakers’ Program in the Courthouse will
address solar energy, bee keeping, composting with worms and a film and discussion on climate change. The children’s hub will have heaps of great activities for the kids, including face painting, a petting zoo, pre-school activities, and the chance to make ‘Ojo de Dios’, a type of wall hanging. Children will be able to participate in the Warriors Program, which will require the young ones to complete a series of activities to earn themselves a Sustainability Warriors badge and a prize. The recycling/preloved hub will house activities such as solar boat making, ginger beer production, as well as other bottling and preserving discussions. There will also be a talk
Eco hen houses: The chook houses will be back at the festival this year, showcased in the food, technology and farmers hub.
on the benefits of giving preloved clothes, fabric and manchester a new lease on life, with Julie Joyce’s ‘Stitch it Don’t Ditch It’ program. The food, technology and farmers hub, will concentrate on ways to keep farming and food production sustainable, or to improve its sustainability. It will also be the place to go to get something tasty to eat, a cup of coffee, or a platter of local cheeses. The community hub, as the name suggests, has a community focus. There will be cheese making demonstrations with Cheeselinks, who will be showing people how they can make cheese and yoghurt in their own kitchens. Koonwarra Essential
Therapies will be providing massages, as well as exhibits from Loch food and wine, Lower Tarwin Valley Project, South Gippsland Conservation Society, Scouts and the Korumburra Men’s shed, among others. There will be music playing in the rotunda throughout the festival, provided by The Wind Orchestra and the Korumburra Brass Band and lucky door prizes will be given out during the day. The festival will be officially opened by Cr Mohya Davies, and the Landcare Carbon Action Program will be launched on the day as well. There are so many attractions, activities and demonstrations to be a part of, with something for the whole family.
Grow your own: GippsTAFE showed 2011 visitors how to plant and grow vegies at home.
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Eco car: Gil Freeman, Cr Jennie Deane and Rhys Freeman check out the car that has been transformed from petrol to electric. The vehicle will be on display during the festival.
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Sustainable farming: visit the South Gippsland Landcare stand in the food, technology and farmers hub, to learn more about sustainable farming practices.
Lots to see: large crowds enjoyed the 2011 Sustainability Festival. Left, Fun in the sun: Learn more about solar power and its benefits during the 2012 festival, as part of the speakers’ forum.
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Koalas unite Landcare and council THE Friends of Strzelecki Koalas project was given a huge boost when South Gippsland Shire Council handed over a cheque for $20,000 to the South Gippsland Landcare Network. This payment is the first instalment in a $50,000 project to create koala habitat in the old Shire of Mirboo. South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin and network board member Mark Uren signed the contract
in front of the Mirboo North sculpture of Sam the koala, the inspiration for the Friends of Strzelecki Koalas. The late James Harvey had a strong passion for the environment and for looking after local koalas. Mr Harvey bequeathed money to the South Gippsland Shire to plant native trees for koala habitat. The South Gippsland Shire Council recognised that rather than duplicate the work the Friends of Strzelecki Koalas are doing, the bequest was a perfect opportunity for the Landcare
network and council to join forces to create koala habitat. “After being told of the bequest, the passion Mr Harvey had for our local koalas, and a meeting with the network about its projects, it was an instant partnership for the shire to work with the South Gippsland Landcare Network to deliver the wishes of Mr Harvey,” Mr Tamlin said. “This is a very exciting project and one that may continue to receive funds as further money is received from the estate.
“The creation of habitat for our local koalas is vital in their protection”. The South Gippsland Landcare Network will deliver a grants program to landholders in the old Shire of Mirboo to enhance and create koala habitat in line with the wishes of Mr Harvey. All species planted will be indigenous to the Strzelecki Ranges and will, as far as practicable, be species that are the preferred food source for koalas and the ecological vegetation class that supports this food source.
“It is great that the shire and the Landcare network are working together to deliver such an important project. Landcare has a huge volunteer network of landholders who are protecting and enhancing our environment and this funding will further boost their efforts,” Mr Uren said. Landholders in the old Shire of Mirboo who are interested in planting indigenous trees and shrubs for koala habitat are invited to contact the network for an expression of interest form on 5662 5759.
Cr Deane’s newest friend COUNCILLOR Jennie Deane showed her support for the Friends of Strzelecki Koala project by funding the purchase of a new koala suit.
New habitat: Tim Tamlin, South Gippsland Landcare Network board member Mark Uren, network coordinator Belinda Brennan and Cr Jennie Deane at the contract signing and cheque handover.
Cr Deane said she was pleased she could contribute in this way to the koala project of the South Gippsland Landcare Network. “Our local Landcare does wonderful work in raising awareness about the need to protect koalas, as well as preserving and increasing wildlife habitat in general across the shire,” she said. Landcare network co-ordinator Belinda Brennan was delighted with the new acquisition. “It is fantastic to receive funds for the koala suit; previously if we wanted to use a koala suit to promote the project, it meant $80, and a return trip to Berwick. Now we can promote the project whenever and wherever the need arises,” she said. “We thank Cr Deane for her support
in funding the suit and her overall support of Landcare in South Gippsland.” The koala suit will be used by the network to promote the Friends of Strzelecki Koala project, work with schools on environmental projects and at general events, such as the Poowong Australia Day celebrations. “The suit has already proved to be a great hit with young and old alike at the Poowong Australia Day celebrations. A kiss on the nose from a young fan and standing in the background of the live cross to Channel Nine news – all help to raise awareness and get people involved,” Ms Brennan said. “The koala has also been to visit the Leongatha Lyrebird Guides to help raise awareness, and be sure to keep an eye out at the Sustainability Festival on April 14 – our koala will be roaming around.” If your group has an event that would benefit from a koala in attendance, please contact Belinda on 0409 004 901.
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Turn up the heat Working models: George Lomagno, retail manager at Steve Blogg Industries, poses with the Nectre Mega wood heater in the Korumburra showroom. They have a wide range of models on display for all your heating needs.
Plenty of help: Marissa Cosson and the team from Korumburra Plumbers and Pumps have a great range of heaters to keep you warm over the cold South Gippsland winter ahead.
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Great outdoors Fire pits have become a great way to keep warm outdoors. Many families are enjoying the great outdoors with the kids who enjoy learning how to keep safe around fires while still having a bit of fun toasting marshmallows. Fire pits come in big or small sizes and many local stores stock a lovely range. Fire pits not only provide a lovely place for the family to gather but enhance your garden.
Wonthaggi Tile and Wood Heating: keep your home toasty this winter by paying a visit to Wonthaggi Tile and Wood Heating. They stock a wide range of woodheaters, including this Saxon Rosewood console heater. Made in Australia, this style will grace the most modern home, and heats up to 25 squares.
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Hot and hearty soup COOK up a quick pot of soup and you will not only have the family warmed up but you will be providing a very healthy and delicious meal. This speedy winter soup will warm you up from the inside out. Ingredients (serves 2) 1 tbs olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 long red chilli, seeds removed, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 cup red lentils, rinsed, drained
1 litre (4 cups) chicken or vegetable stock Low-fat natural yoghurt and fresh parsley to serve (Add any other vegetables or beans you would like)
Method Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onion, chilli, celery and carrot and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add cumin and coriander and cook, stirring, for a further minute. Add the red lentils and chicken or vegetable stock, bring to boil and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until lentils are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve in bowls with yoghurt, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Bass Coast Refrigeration: drop in and see Col and Caroline Donohue from Bass Coast Refrigeration today for all your heating needs, and forget about having a chilly house this winter.
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Mayor’s message Cr Mohya Davies
Action stations: Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay Community Plan Working Group from left: Bob Scammell, Sharyne Munday, Anne McIntyre, Monica Pound, Marzia Maurilli and Alyson Skinner. Absent: Colin Suggett, Jenny O’Sullivan, Ted Wlas.
Help shape Tarwin, Venus Bay’s futures THE Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay Community Plan Working Group is urging the community to attend a meeting at the Tarwin Lower Hall this Sunday (April 15).
A community plan workshop will be held, said Marzia Maurilli, South Gippsland Shire Council’s community facilitator for the Lower Tarwin Valley Project. “The Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay Community Plan will provide the opportunity for community to discuss and decide the future it sees for itself in regards to growth and development, the types of services that can realistically be provided, the
opportunities that are available now and in the future,” she said. “For any idea to develop and eventuate it needs people behind it working and planning together to help make it happen, otherwise ideas just remain on the ‘wish list’. That’s why it’s important we get as many people as possible along to the Workshop on Sunday, April 15.” The working group has been established through the Lower Tarwin Valley Project – Strengthening Small Dairy Communities, a partnership project between South Gippsland Shire Council, The Gardiner Foundation and GippsDairy. The Lower Tarwin Valley District Project began working with the
cluster of eight communities within the Lower Tarwin Valley district including Meeniyan, Stony Creek, Dumbalk, Buffalo, Fish Creek, Venus Bay, Tarwin Lower and Koonwarra mid 2011 and will continue until the end of 2013. Everyone is encouraged to get into the spirit of community and come along on April 15. Participants can enjoy sharing their ideas, meeting other community members and joining forces to develop projects as well as being treated to a free barbecue lunch. For more information please contact Ms Maurilli on 5662 9805 or email marziam@southgippsland. vic.gov.au
THIS week we’ve been delighted to tick the first box in the Corner Inlet Tourism Development project, with the great news from Deputy Premier Ryan that our grant application for $2 million for the extension of the Rail Trail from Foster to Welshpool was successful. Council set aside $900,000 last November in preparation for this initiative which will create a much needed economic stimulus for the Corner Inlet area. Minister Ryan was in the region on Tuesday to open the Toora Railway Reserve Redevelopment Project to which Regional Development Victoria (RDV) had allocated $167,000. He also announced funding of $250,000 for the Venus Bay Accessible Pedestrian Pathway Project, so you can see it has been an exciting run of good news lately. We all saw the flow on benefits when the SeaCat ferry was running to Port Welshpool, and the Rail Trail project has the potential to rebuild some of the advances that were lost in Corner Inlet when the ferry and the Bonlac factory ceased operations. The recent rezoning of land at Prom Gate for a tourism accommodation and retail facility and the opportunity for development of small lots provided by the Rural Land Use Strategy opens further exciting possibilities for the area. I’m pleased to be part of this council
that is demonstrating a progressive and entrepreneurial approach to the shire’s future development. As a ward councillor for Promontory Coast I am often told that not enough is done in this area, so it is with satisfaction that I can relate some of the gains we have made in the past year. The Sandy Point Community Hall is nearing completion, the newly constructed Corner Inlet Lookout at Foster North is a welcome addition to our tourism resources, and plans for seven Corner Inlet settlements have been adopted by council. The community driven children’s centre which opened last July is thriving and has waiting lists, and our planning department is currently processing the planning application for the $11m Prom Country Aged Care facility at Foster. Interest around Foster continues to grow, with council investigating requests from landowners to change land use and South Gippsland Water planning to expand their operations. Thank you to the groups and individuals who have supported so many of these initiatives. They are the result of strong healthy council and community partnerships and we can all share pride as we move forward to bigger and better things for South Gippsland. Cr Mohya Davies, deputy mayor.
Brendan joins Lions A NEW member was inducted into the Lions Club of Inverloch last week. A warm welcome was given to Brendan Eishold, the new owner of Melaleuca Nursery at Inverloch. The induction was carried out by Inverloch Lions acting president David Walker and in the presence of membership chairperson Palma Noblet and members of the club. The Inverloch Lions have again been busy, this time carrying out the car parking at the Tough Mudder event on
Phillip Island where thousands of spectators and competitors arrived by car. On Good Friday and Easter
Saturday, members acted as marshalls at the Inverloch Flip water ski spectacular on the Inverloch foreshore.
Ready to serve: Inverloch Lions Club membership chairperson Palma Noblet, newly inducted member Brendan Eishold and acting president David Walker.
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The dining area is well appointed to the kitchen and outdoor entertaining area. There is a choice of heating, with both solid fuel and reverse cycle airconditioner. Outside is a delight, with an L-Shaped entertaining area and landscaped gardens on a huge 1500 square metre block with carport and sheds galore. This home offers something for everyone.
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A large kitchen/meals and living area boasts a dishwasher, electric cooking and solid fuel heater. A formal dining and lounge room collects the afternoon sun via large windows that extend to the cathedral ceilings in this room, which also has a Reverse Cycle air conditioner. The three bedrooms with built-in robes are all a good size along with the laundry, separate toilet, and bathroom which all have modern fixtures and fittings. The home also has ducted gas heating throughout and three ceiling fans. Outside is a lovely, easily maintained front and back yard with double carport, large shed and wood shed. The extensive undercover outdoor entertainment area is paved and includes its own kitchen sink. A full length verandah, some beautiful specimen trees and a vegie patch complete the picture. This is an excellent quality family home with plenty of space and has been very well maintained. Nothing to do; just move in!
BOOLARRA Location: 7 Bishop Street Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Price: $260,000 Agent: Stockdale and Leggo, Mirboo North Contact: 5668 1300
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MARDAN Location: 10 Treases Lane Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Price: $385,000$425,000 Agent: Prom Country First National Contact: Alan Bartlett on 0417 274 624
Unique aspects of the school come courtesy of Public Works architects of the day, who felt it was time for “new small schools to be individually designed”, and multi-pane double hung windows and stepped-out gabled ends are testament to their endeavors. Like many of the government schools from our early childhood years, the Mardan State School was closed in 1969, subsequently purchased by Canterbury Girls School as a Rural School Camp then sold into private ownership in 1996. Set on around two acres of land in a pictur-
esque rural environment, the near-level site features native and exotic trees planted by students on Arbor Day over many formative years, whilst the current owner has established extensive paving and colourful plantings to complement the mature specimens. The striking school building itself has been converted to a residence, and creative interior design of a country-elegant style has been introduced that is sympathetic to the fundamentals of the original architecture, and importantly, the essential structural elements of stumps, electrical wiring and plumbing were attended to in advance of all cosmetic improvements. Externally, the integrity of the school is also retained in overall appearance, and in its detail, and whilst the early outbuildings have long since disappeared, modern replacements have been introduced to blend in with the school itself, and provide current day functionality. The building is now home to a lofty-ceilinged living space centred around the authentic open fire place, bordered on each side by the original school blackboards and cupboards. A mezzanine bedroom, with master-crafted woodturnings, is found atop a staircase, and has been integrated above the kitchen where hardwood benchtops and European appliances are provided. There’s a study nook, concealed guest bed setting and European-style laundry, and the bathroom is appointed with clawfoot bath, counter-top vanity unit, and contemporary shower and toilet. Architecturally unique, aesthetically pleasing, and very, very liveable.
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Coastal home a spacious surprise INVERLOCH Location: 1 Bass Street Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Price: $820,000 Agent: Alex Scott and Staff, Inverloch Contact: 5674 1111
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Located close to the beach, this spacious, fully solar powered house comprises four large bedrooms, two bathrooms and three living areas. The big kitchen with skylight boasts a six burner gas stove and loads of storage/ cupboard space that will please any cook. This property is truly unique with plenty of room for the family to enjoy the out-
doors. At the bottom of the garden Ayr Creek ripples down to the ocean and the bird life abounds. A big garage will fit your caravan and cars, and down the side of the property, there is a single lock-up shed/workshop. A large entertaining deck sits off the kitchen and leads down onto the green lawns. You will love this property; all you need to do is inspect and move in!
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trolled wine cellar, lock up sheds, 3KW solar panels, tank and town water and all surrounded by quality landscaped (and irrigated) gardens. The home itself offers two large living areas, three bathrooms (including spa room), four double bedrooms plus study (or fifth bedroom), central kitchen and dining plus a large studio/study suitable for home business with its own driveway entrance. The home is designed in a way that the third and fourth bedrooms, with their own servicing bathroom, could be separate living quarters or a Bed and Breakfast (STCA). This stunning property is located on the town boundary of Leongatha which offers many wonderful amenities including a four complex cinema, medical clinics and hospital, three competition golf courses within 15 minutes’ drive, a regional shopping centre and golden beaches within half an hour’s drive. Perfect, exceptional and unique. Inspect to appreciate!
LEONGATHA Location: 7 Davis Court Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Price: $785,000 Agent: Alex Scott and Staff, Leongatha Contact: 5662 0922
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★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES - March 21 - April 20
Your artistic abilities are noteworthy. You have good colour sense and this week is favourable for redecorating or anything to do with colour. Some travel is indicated. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22
Despite attempts to delegate work, you are still going it alone. The romantic picture continues to brighten thanks to your partner’s warm sentiments. Avoid risky financial moves. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21
Understanding a friend’s point of view helps you deal with your own problems. A shaky relationship is on a steadier course but this is not the week for costing. CANCER - June 22 - July 22
Following up leads promptly in different situations, could be very helpful this week. Your friendship circle broadens. Take health concerns seriously. Creative activities are highlighted on the weekend. LEO - July 23 - August 22
Research is highlighted this week. You may be preparing a family tree. Try to fulfil as many obligations as possible. The list is about to grow again. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22
This is a great week for planning a commonsense diet or fitness plan. Once you resist the initial temptations, your self confidence soars. A new friendship is in the picture. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22
An absent-minded streak surfaces briefly. Be sure to record appointments promptly. Unexpected visitors may arrive in the middle of the week. The weekend is good for catching up on correspondence and related chores. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21
Don’t compromise your standards for the sake of being co-operative. Articulate opinions clearly, but maintain some degree of diplomacy. In finance, more planning is the key. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22
You are in a mood to discard excess baggage, but don’t be too eager to dispense with keepsakes. A scholarship is accented - this is a good week for planning studies. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20
Meetings focus on your role in a community project. You may receive the go-ahead by Wednesday. This week could see you making an important addition to a favourite collection. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19
A blend of instinct and logic could lead to improvements in the friendship situation. Rapport with an older person improves significantly. The time may be opportune for presenting ideas. PISCES - February 20 - March 20
Self-improvement plans are highlighted this week. It could be education or simply a new diet program. News from faraway clears up a mystery. Children help solve a domestic dilemma. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK
Weigh up all sides before making a decision. You love all of life’s comforts. Intellectual activity, travel, writing and self awareness are all spotlighted this year.
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Church Times ANGLICAN: Wednesday, April 11: 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC.. Sunday, April 15: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Contemporary Worship with HC. ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am. ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am. ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi. Sunday, 9.30am Eucharist, 11am Family Service, Wednesday 10am Eucharist. Anglican Church of the Ascension: The Crescent, Inverloch. Sunday 9am Eucharist, Tuesday 10am Eucharist. For details of Community Meal, Youth Group, Bible Studies & Kids Club, contact Rev. Graeme Peters 5672 4590 or visit www. basscoastanglican.org.au AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES (AOG): Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248. A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466. Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Rob Davey 5625 3226. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Equip Church - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday service 10am. Contact: John 0408 305 880. Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984. CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha. Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home cells weekly. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Every first Sunday of the month. Sunday morning 11am - 12.30pm. Fun and games, all ages, all are welcome. Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5678 7692, 0447 724 989. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leon-
gatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Strongly family oriented church meets at The Grain Store, Mirboo North, Sundays: 4-5.10pm Communion, 5.15-6pm Bible Studies for Adults, Youth and Children. Friday evenings: Home Fellowships 7.30pm; Youth Activities. Enquiries: 5668 2226 Bob Stevens. SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Sagala - Tuesday, 4 - 5.30pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome. Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122. SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly. All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228. PRESBYTERIAN: Weekly Worship Service 10am Sunday, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Phone Rev. Dr D. Clarnette 0409 236 981 or elder Col Rump 5662 2107.
CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. All Sunday evening services at 5pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2527. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, April 15, 10am. Tarwin Lower: 10.30am. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www. wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 5664 9306. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.
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ACROSS Contentious (11) Expensive (4) Game (8) Shoe (6) Dab (6) Fish (6) Slipshod (6) Soup (8) Leave out (4) Lavish (11)
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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8280 ACROSS 6. A tall order? (4,7). 7. Too much, but it’s finished (4). 8. Result of agricultural land being submerged by the sea? (4,4). 9. Instructs the classes (6). 10. Determine, having caught one indeed out (6). 12. A perfume that is pronounced, you agree (6). 15. A black fish that is purely ornamental (6). 17. Lined up, were noisy (4,1,3). 19. A means of getting off (4). 20. Prevents from succeeding (11). DOWN 1. Distress with the most terrible gag I ever cracked (8). 2. Laughs at and puts away (6). 3. Made cracks about us that were funny (6). 4. Caught the name of the young thing (4). 5. Loved creating a fuss, having got angry (6). 6. Fly past, for the cockney (5). 11. The pot and the tins, catch one filling (8). 13. Pays for, or supports (6). 14. Making it turn round is arduous (6). 15. He delivers the hat (6). 16. Doesn’t succeed in getting clues (5). 18. Set out to capture a point (4).
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College captains announced
MIRBOO North Secondary College’s captains were announced at an assembly in front of staff, students and proud parents recently.
Family: Paul Stampton and children Thomas, Sean and Cassandra.
Junior school captains: from left: Adam Miller, Rebecca Tomkins, Jack Kratzat and Amber Sanders.
Beating the planners PAUL Stampton, the manager of strategic planning and development at South Gippsland Shire Council, came to Scots Pioneer Church Mardan South at the end of March, to talk about how to plan your housing, farming or any other development without running foul of council. He didn’t have far to go as he lives in Mardan. His address was provocatively titled How to beat the planners. He talked about farming and residential zones, overlays and took the side of the individual who might be in need of council permits. He also discussed one or two avenues of overcoming possible council objections. At the conclusion of his talk, Paul taught the congregation a simple hymn: Who rolled the stone away? His son Sean contributed to the musical interludes, in which wind and string instruments
prevailed. Sean’s siblings Cassandra and Thomas added further lustre to the proceedings. As she has often done before, Shirley Seabrook provided all the organ music as well as the lyrics for the hymns, while Flora Boxer and Alexander Clark did an equally fine job with the scripture readings. At the outset, Sam Nicita had introduced the various participants, after which he handed over to the Reverend Arthur Stamp, who, as a retired Presbyterian minister and biblical scholar, is eminently qualified to preside
over a Pleasant Sunday Afternoon service, such as this. As is the custom, most of the congregation stayed for afternoon tea in the hall, where any lingering council problems were resolved. The next PSA will be held on Sunday, April 29 at 2pm, when Perry Neil from Korumburra will be speaking on an Anzac theme. Perry is a member of Legacy and a Vietnam veteran. Ann Larkin is in charge of the musical component, while the Reverend Alan Dyall will preside.
Senior school captains: from left: Phoebe Linton, Scott Marriott, Nic Gervasi and Sinead Allen.
Leadership group: Karen Lanyon (middle) with all the captains. Back row, from left: Phoebe Linton, Nic Gervasi, Scott Marriott and Sinead Allen. Front row, from left: Amber Sanders, Adam Miller, Jack Kratzat and Rebecca Tomkins.
Regulars: Shirley and Jim Seabrook at the March Mardan South PSA.
Left Well done: Scott Marriott admires Claire Jenkins’ Monash Prize certificate.
The senior captains are, Nic Gervasi and Sinead Allen, while the senior vice captains are, Scott Marriott and Phoebe Linton. The junior captains are Rebecca Tomkins and Adam Miller and the junior vice captains are Amber Sanders and Jack Kratzat. College principal Karen Lanyon reflected on what makes a good leader and stressed that in her role, she relies on input from the captains to help her keep in touch with, and understand the needs of the wider student community. “In challenges there is always something right or good; look for solutions rather than problems, learn from other people about skills that make good leaders, practice positive thinking and motivation, always maintain a sense of humour and above all ask for help – just because you are a leader doesn’t mean that you can know, or can do everything,” Mrs Lanyon said. The senior captains addressed the assembly with amazing ease and captivated the audience as they spoke from the heart about each other’s qualities. The assembly finished on a high note, with Mrs Lanyon presenting Claire Jenkins with the 2011 Monash Prize. Every year, Monash University offers the prestigious Monash Prize which is available to the top Year 11 student, awarded on academic achievements only. The recipient of the award receives a cheque for $1000, a letter from the Vice Chancellor and the opportunity to accept a scholarship if they choose to study at Monash University.
Mayor’s message Cr Veronica Dowman
Kind donation: Mirboo North Secondary College Student Representative Council leaders Adam Kennedy, Laim Nash, Mackenzie Kerr, Bianca Costello and Dana Flahavin present the cheque to guide leader Chris Oliver.
Students back relay THE Mirboo North Secondary School Student Representative Council donated $200 from the proceeds of their next out of uniform day to the Cancer Council’s South Gippsland Relay For Life. The money is being donated via the Girl Guides team who are busy fundraising for the relay. SRC representatives Adam Kennedy, Laim Nash, Mackenzie Kerr, Bianca
Costello and Dana Flahavin presented the cheque to Chris Oliver, Girl Guide district manager at school last week. On behalf of the Girl Guides and the Cancer Council, Ms Oliver thanks the students for their generosity to this worthwhile cause. The South Gippsland Relay For Life will be held on April 21-22 at the Dumbalk Recreation Reserve. Anyone interested in details can contact Walter Aich on 0428 644 397 or 0419 559 367.
LAST week’s announcement from NBN Co was good news for Cowes, Silverleaves and Wimbledon Heights, as they are included in the three year roll out. It is disappointing for the rest of the Shire who are not included, despite optic fibre being laid through South Gippsland to Wonthaggi. This was part of the Regional Backbone Blackspot Program in preparation for the NBN Co rollout. Fibre has also been laid from Melbourne to Wonthaggi as part of the Victorian Desalination Project. This NBN announcement does fall short of what we had expected, especially when we have invested so much time and effort in working to prepare our community for high speed broadband. This has included the work of Bass Coast Shire Council’s
Economic Development Manager, Peter Francis, who is the chair of the Gippsland Broadband Working group. The group has surveyed residents, liaised with NBN Co, worked with business groups and lobbied politicians. So far, the work done across Gippsland has delivered some good outcomes, but there is still more to do. Access to high speed broadband offers great benefits to all aspects of life, be it health, education, business and entertainment. Let’s not forget that this is great news for people in some areas of Phillip Island, and that it contributes to our plan for attracting global knowledge workers to the region. It is the start of something that we have waited a long time for, and we will continue to advocate for NBN rollout for every area of Bass
Coast as early as possible in the 10 year program. I would finally like to mention that Council is currently preparing a submission objecting to Leichhardt Resources Pty Ltd’s application for an exploration licence that includes exploring for coal seam gas in Bass Coast. The application was readvertised last Wednesday, giving objectors more time to lodge a submission. Concerned community members are holding sessions on April 17 to help those who wish to lodge a submission before the April 24 deadline. For more details about these sessions see the Calendar of Events on Council’s website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au. Cr Veronica Dowman, mayor.
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Going strong: After 50 years of taking photos, Gerard Bruning’s passion for photography hasn’t left him yet. Wedded bliss: Gerard’s black and white wedding images were once produced from negatives developed in a darkroom. Now, thanks to the advances of digital photography, memories can be created and perfected on a computer screen.
Footy action: Gerard’s passion for Stony Creek comes out in his amazing action shots.
50 years captured on film By Sarah Vella GERARD Bruning, from Four Corners Framing in Leongatha, has been capturing South Gippsland and its inhabitants on film for 50 years. He purchased his first camera when he was just 16 years of age and since then has been taking photos, professionally and for pleasure.
Weddings were once a big part of business, but due varying circumstances, Gerard now focuses on footy, particularly his beloved Stony Creek. A lot of Gerard’s time is taken up by his framing business and he thanks his intimate knowledge of photography for giving him the ability to see what others can’t. “Working with colour, composition, texture, line and being creative is important in this business. After 17
years in the framing game, sometimes I still stand back and say ‘wow’,” Gerard said. “There is beauty in everything, you just have to look and be aware. If you are aware and your intuition is in tune, you can see. Things start to happen for you when you are out there. “To get to that point takes time, it needs to develop within you.” Some of Gerard’s well known photos are of the ever changing South
I can see a rainbow: The Cape Liptrap lighthouse is a prominent feature of this incredible composition.
Gippsland landscape. “Mother nature is constantly creating and changing,” Gerard said. “It is satisfying to see what others fail to see and to be able to capture it, so others can then enjoy it and appreciate it. One memorable moment for Gerard was when his photos of the ‘green drought’ were used by newspapers and television stations nationwide. People Gerard knew from all over the country were phoning and email-
Red sky: Gerard waited for this amazing sunset over Inverloch to be at its most impressive before capturing the incredible beauty forever.
ing him to comment on his amazing photos. “To have that influence was, wow, it was neat,” Gerard said. After 50 years of taking photos, with some of the best photographic equipment available, Gerard is still content to snap away. “As soon as the fire in the belly isn’t there, I’ll take a step back I think. But at the moment it’s still there, I’m still seeing it.”
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RUBY Allyson Hutchison Field was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on March 26 to Tahnee Hutchison and Shaun Field of Wonthaggi. Ruby is the couple’s first child.
AMALIA Susan Thompson is the first child for Andrew and Mariam Thompson. She was born at Dandenong Hospital on March 15.
Indonesia comes to Leongatha
MILLIE Rook was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on March 28 to Samantha Rook of Pioneer Bay. Millie is a new sister to Jack, 3.
BOYS and girls offered an insight into Indonesian culture at Leongatha Primary School recently. Grade 4 students entertained students, parents and grandparents. They presented a traditional Indonesian folk tale called Panji and the Buffalo, which tells the story of a boy who is tricked into selling his buffalo for a cheap price, but redeems himself by using his intellect and tricking the perpetrators in turn. The students had been rehearsing at school and at home throughout the term, with many of the players speaking Indonesian in their character roles, while the story was narrated in English. The play combined music, art and Indonesian language and culture. Each play was accompanied by songs and Indonesian-style percussion music which the students learned in music sessions with teacher Jen Monk. The background pictures, depicting Indonesian scenes were made in art sessions with Mrs Lamers. The students were assisted in their play rehearsals by Bu Beasley, teacher of languages: Indonesian, and Bu Jeani, Indonesian language assistant who is teaching at Leongatha and Tarwin Valley primary schools throughout 2012. The students dressed in Indonesian-style costumes, mostly provided by parents. Donations were also received for Leongatha Primary School’s sponsored child, Yulita, in West Timor, Indonesia. The children put in a fantastic effort, performing their roles in front of large audiences.
ABBIGAIL Margaret Thomas was born on April 2 at the Leongatha Memorial Hospital. She is a new addition for Michael and Kathryn of Wonthaggi and big sister Mikayla, 2 years old.
From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago, April 14, 1982
5 years ago, April 11, 2007
A 13-year-old boy has had a beer bottle smashed in his face as he walked along a beach at Tidal River on Monday night. The boy, Andrew Hamilton of Ringwood, lost four teeth and needed a number of stitches to his bottom lip. He did not know the person who hit him. **** FOLLOWING extensive investigation, it has been decided that a Catholic Regional Secondary College for South Gippsland is a viable proposition, and should be located in Leongatha. Over the past 15 years many parents have sought such a college, in order to exercise their choice to have combined religious and academic education available for their children.
A MAJOR revolt is brewing as Friends of Coal Creek Heritage Village fight to save historic buildings from the wrecking ball. South Gippsland Shire has officially condemned most of the park’s historic buildings as part of a sweeping plan to reform the ailing tourist attraction. **** LEONGATHA Memorial Hospital is facing an infrastructure crisis. Its buildings are 50 years old. Some are riddled with asbestos and the electrical, hot and cold water and fire fighting systems are past their use by date. Gippsland Southern Health Service CEO, Gary Templeton, is hoping the State Budget will fund stage one of the $50 million redevelopment of the Leongatha site.
10 years ago, April 9, 2002
Storytellers: Kristyn Rintoule (left) and Jade Rhoden narrated the play on Tuesday morning.
VANDALS destroyed 21 windows at the Dudley campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College on Friday night. The windows in two portable buildings were smashed between two police patrols of the school, causing $2000 damage. The police deny the offenders knew when the police stage patrols. **** THE South Gippsland Shire Council’s grand plan for the rail trail has been revised because of a funding shortage, but it still could reach Foster before July next year. Council hoped to receive a $1.3 million grant from the State Government late last year, but was only successful in obtaining $600,000.
Meals roster (Leongatha)
Stall holders: from left: Sophie Allen, Chelsie Geary and Toby McLean show off their wares.
K. Davis & E. Derrick and Mr & Mrs Hogan (all week), Yooralla (Tue), TAFE (Mon), J. & J. Gaze (Tues, Thur, Fri), SG Specialist School (Wed) will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning April 16, 2012.
1 year ago, April 12, 2011 THE petition calling for the removal of trucks from Leongatha’s central business district has been given a new life. After Terry Aeschlimann complained in last week’s Star that not enough people were interested, he was bombarded with calls. As a result the petition remains open. **** THROUGH poker machines, Bass Coast Shire contributes around $19 million to the State Community Support Fund. That amount, said CEO Allan Bawden, would more than pay for the new Wonthaggi Aquatic Centre and associated gym, crèche and cafe.
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Coming together: Kilcunda-Bass life members Graeme Combridge, Les Hender and Gerald AbraMeal in honour: enjoying the Kilcunda-Bass life members’ lunch were hamson attended the club’s life members’ lunch. such members. Front: Glenn Churchill, Graeme Alford and David Brown. Back: Les Watson, Vic Mabilia and Geoff Isbister.
Dignitaries at the opening: the Capeview event was attended by (centre) McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, who caught up with Melissa and Dale Sartori from DAS Constructions in Wonthaggi.
Mitre10 in Wonthaggi: Cheryl and Alister Gammaldi from Gamcon Developments, with (centre) Peter Sheerin from Capeview building products checked out the brand new store.
Everyone invited: staff, family and friends attended the Mitre10 re-opening, including Ian Barnes, Kylie Turner, Tim and Jodie Stanbridge and Aida Studham from Wonthaggi.
Music for Mitre10: MattPeter Fry from Traralgon entertained guests with a wide range of song covers throughout the night at Capeview Mitre 10.
Celebrating over 50 years of Capeview: Gary Duff, who works in the plumbing department, with Maxine McDonald from Wonthaggi.
Go Tigers: Foster fans Marcus Brickle (back), Michael Green and cousin Willem Duursma, Mitchell Green, and Susie and Zane Duursma at the season opener against Kilcunda-Bass. Husband and dad Dean is Foster coach.
Go Panthers: Kilcunda-Bass fans Kyle Salama, Jacob Dakin, Corey Smith and Shane Jerger cheer on their boys during the season opener against Foster.
Hard workers: Kilcunda-Bass life members from left: Thelma MackayChurchill, Margaret Hender, Alma Couch, Gwen Wiggins, Colleen Alford, Janice Brown, Loris Clark and Mary Mabilia.
Family and friends: Helen Baquie supported her brother and business owner, Keith Donohue at the re-opening, while catching up with Caroline Beicher from Wonthaggi, Neil Wray-McCann from Leongatha and Wonthaggi vet David Beicher.
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• Leongatha Memorial Hospital bush dance. • Marketing and Image seminar, GippsTAFE Leongatha.
• Opening of new building at Tarwin Lower Primary School. • Kilcunda-Bass versus Foster season opener.
Go kids: cheering on relay competitors at Tarwin Lower Primary School were parents Kathy Lagoudis, Leanne Nash and Kylie Laing with teacher Stephanie McDonald.
• Capeview Mitre 10 celebrations, Wonthaggi.
Reliving school days: former students Hayley Lancaster (left) and Jed Moore catch up with current student Milly Ellen at Tarwin Lower Primary School.
Coming together: Louise Curry of Allianz Melbourne, Antionette Fava of Ava Services, Kerrie Baker of Leongatha Agencies, Olivia Mitreska of Allianz, Lyn Van Boven of Leongatha Agencies and Simone Lindsay of Allianz at the marketing seminar.
Couple time: Joan and Jim Fawcett enjoyed the Leongatha Memorial Hospital bush dance at Memorial Hall, Leongatha.
Inspirational advice: guest speaker Graeme Lews- Family occasion: school captain Tylar Watts chats with sister and ey, CEO of L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, former student Talyssa Watts and mum Wendy Watts at Tarwin chats with Southern Business Women’s Network Lower Primary School. president Kaz Hughes.
Talking shop: Amanda Cunningham from New Zealand, Fiona McKenzie of Green Heart Organics at Inverloch, and Andrea Evans-McCall, a ceramic artist of Korumburra at the marketing seminar.
Sharing ideas: Brigitte Linder of Safflower Herbal Dispensary, Rhyll, chats with Glenn Bath of Leongatha Healthfoods and Rhonda Tregent of Ikando disability event facilitation at the marketing seminar.
Quick legs: Grade 2 student Kaya Retiva competes in the relay at Tarwin Lower Primary School.
Ready, set: Scarlett O’Dowd-Schultz and Kye McMillan received some advice from teacher Jenni Cox ahead of the three-legged race at Tarwin Lower Primary School.
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High tea to open art show HIGH tea accompanied by chamber music was served to mark the opening of Artists in the Foyer at Inverloch Community Hub on April 1.
The new CWA night branch, Leongatha Twilight Chicks, held the event, which showcased the work of three of their members. The exhibition will be on display in the foyer of the Inverloch Hub throughout April, and may be visited freely whenever the hub is open (weekdays 9am-5pm). Those present for the opening included members of other local
CWA branches, friends and family, and members of the public, who enjoyed delicious treats of asparagus rolls, club sandwiches, cup cakes and scones. Chamber music ranging from Handel and Mozart to Keith Sharp’s River Song and Nino Rota’s theme to Zefferelli’s Romeo and Juliet was performed by Wonthaggi Stringz, a community strings ensemble led by Tonya Hackett. Stringz are looking for more strings players to join them, and can be contacted via Facebook. Artists featured are Ellen-Jane Browne, Sindy Virtue-Van Eede and Rochelle Virtue.
Ellen-Jane Browne is a photographer from Allambee South. Her stunning photos range from exotic scenes of China, Turkey, Greece and Canada, to a series taken at Altona Beach featuring different light effects. Ellen-Jane donated as a raffle prize the photograph of the winner’s choice; the raffle was won by Martin Henry of Mardan, who chose a view of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Sindy Van Eede is a painter and threedimensional artist from Korumburra, who has created a series of masks using Paverpol, a fabric hardener which when dry renders the fabric
Sounding fine: the members of the Wonthaggi Stringz community strings ensemble.
waterproof. The masks and statues Sindy creates are designed for outdoor display. Sindy is a qualified Paverpol trainer, who can teach anyone interested how to use this versatile medium. Sindy says that when she is creating her art works she likes to bring her inner child out to play, and her paintings Fairy Drops, Fairy Playground and Cat Tastrophe will appeal to the child in us all. Rochelle Virtue, from Mardan, is showing a series of photographs entitled Contemplation, Wisdom, Reflection and Respite: the close-ups reveal the beauty in detail. Proceeds from the High Tea will help support Statewide Autism Services, which is the state project for this year for the Country Women’s Association of Victoria. Leongatha Twilight Chicks CWA Branch usually meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, but since that falls on Anzac Day in April, the next meeting will be held at 7 pm on Wednesday, May 2 at Bairs Hotel, Leongatha. All women are invited to attend. For enquiries, phone Sindy on 5655 1574 or Debbie on 0404 005 114.
Tucking in: Leongatha CWA member Helen Barrow (right) enjoyed the high tea served by the new CWA night branch, Leongatha Twilight Chicks. From left: president Debbie Murray, Kay Murray and Rochelle Virtue.
FAMDA chases actors FIVE actors are needed to cast two one-act plays to be staged by FAMDA in Foster between July 20 and 28. Both plays will be directed by David Baggallay. FAMDA is looking for a cast for the plays and is also keen to hear from people who would like to volunteer their services to be part of the production team. The Dock Brief, written by John Mortimer, creator of Rumpole of the Bailey, requires a cast of two males aged roughly in their 50s or 60s. A Phoenix Too Frequent is a true ensemble piece set in ancient Greece and requires a cast of three: two women, aged probably in their 30s or 40s, and a younger man, possibly in his twenties. David Baggallay will be holding auditions at the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre at 2pm on Sunday, April 15 and is keen to see aspiring actors. The Dock Brief concerns a seedy lawyer who has been waiting for years to make a grandstand defence. He is assigned to defend an innocuous little man accused of murdering his wife. The man cheerfully admits his guilt; he simply couldn’t stand his wife’s constant joking and laughing. The trial ends and the verdict is a foregone conclusion. The lawyer begs his client to let him appeal. Ironically the man is reprieved because of the ineptitude of his defence. Cast requirements are two males aged roughly in their 50s or 60s. A Phoenix too Frequent can be loosely summarised as ‘boy meets girl, boy almost loses girl, boy gets girl’. Set in ancient Greece and lifted from a story by Petronius, the ancient master of black comedy, the play features a handsome young officer in the Roman army
who leaves his post - where he is guarding the dead bodies of criminals to prevent their families from burying them - to investigate the voices he hears coming from a nearby mausoleum. The voices are those of two women - a lady and her maid, who have entombed themselves with the corpse of the lady’s husband. It may sound a bit macabre but it is a witty, vibrant comedy about human foibles sure to raise anyone’s spirits. The play is a true ensemble piece and requires a cast of three – two women aged probably in their 30s or 40s and a younger man, possibly in his 20s. Contact David directly via davidbaggallay@internode.on.net or 5664 7440 for further details, to volunteer to join the production team or if you are interested in auditioning and unable to be present that afternoon. FAMDA’s next play reading and social night will be held at 7.30pm on Friday, April 27 at Linda and Larry Giddy’s home, 245 O’Grady’s Ridge Road, Foster North. Play readings are a great means to a theatrical social time without the stress of rehearsals three times a week. They enable people to get together with others in a relaxed environment to read through an old favourite or enjoy the excitement of a new play. A play reading is also ideal for someone wanting to give theatre a go but too shy to audition, or for an old hand who would like to try reading new roles without the pressure of auditions on their shoulders. You don’t have to be a FAMDA member to come to the play reading so everyone is warmly invited to this most enjoyable social and theatrical event. There is no charge but you are asked to bring a bottle and a plate for a shared supper.
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Family rich in creativity ARTISTIC talent obviously runs in the Tattersall family, who have combined their pieces into one exhibition at Mushroom Gallery.
Titled ‘kin, the collection includes jewellery, photography, stencil arts, illustrations, installations and paintings. Margaret said her jewellery creations are all unique, and has used many different facets of the jewellery making process to complete her pieces. “Jewellery is very personal – our needs and tastes are very diverse and we like to express this when choosing jewellery,” she said. “The same applies when making jewellery. I like diversity in my pieces and I hope they are a window on my personality.” Margaret uses a variety of materials including sterling silver beads from Bali and centrepieces handmade by Hilltribe people from Thailand, Czech crystals and glass faceted beads, gemstones and water quartz beads. David’s input in the exhibition is a collection of film photographs taken between 1967 and ’77, with the exception of one titled Wagon Wheel. “Some of them I scanned from 35mm slides, and some from 36mm negatives when I undertook to preserve in digital form some photographs taken by myself and my extended family during the last 50 years,” he said. David explained that these photographs from the past are special, because they bring back fond memories of a person, time or place. “Others are important because they document a landscape or cityscape or a way of life that no longer exists.” Karl and Malcolm are also exhibiting pho-
Family creations: a collection of photography, jewellery, paintings and illustrations by members of the Tattersall family are on display at Mushroom Gallery in Leongatha until the end of April. tography work in ‘kin. Karl’s three pieces depict sunflowers the size of dinner plates, with creative expression and a certain aesthetic appeal his main focus. Malcolm said his photographic practice centres on the natural world in all its diversity. “The camera can record aspects which are invisible to our unaided vision either because they pass away too quickly or are too small, too large or too distant; I particularly enjoy revealing the tiny world of our insects,” he said. “I find it endlessly fascinating in its own right but it can also add to our appreciation of, and care for, our increasingly fragile environment.” Nicole has been creating works since 2006, and is best known for her stencil art, illustration and installation works. Her pieces have a context and an overall feel which is conveyed through her choice of media; from the softer look of child-like innocence, to the dirty look created to interpret life in a busy city.
Fun time: Tarwin Lower Primary School students and staff marked the end of first term with a dress-up day recently. Cara (pictured) dresses as a pirate, while the winners of the best dressed competition were, Travis (Grades 4/5/6), Lindy Van Gisbergen, Kye (Prep) and Luci (Grades 1/2/3).
Her love of the beach also finds a place in her work. Cara’s works complete the Tattersall’s family exhibition. Although a trained photographic artist, she uses her spare time to paint and said her collection, Search for Enlightenment, has been a very personal journey. “As each piece developed so too did an awakening,” she said. The works are created using Indian ink on antique sheet music; each piece of sheet music has been specifically chosen to sit with its illustration as one harmonious partnership. If you take time to study each piece you will find the bond between the sheet music and the art. “It speaks of the bond that connects us across the universe with all life forms; as well as the connection with our higher selves, in whatever way we perceive this,” Cara said. ‘kin will be on display at Mushroom Gallery in Leongatha until the end of April.
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Family fun: Karen Pettitt of Leongatha, holding her daughter Charlie Bickel, with Hannah McAliece of Leongatha had a good morning checking out the cattle during the Leongatha VLE store sale on Thursday.
Having a look: Brodie Cook (left) from Yinnar with Steve Fechner from Bayles were checking out the animals at the Leongatha VLE store sale in Koonwarra last Thursday, April 5.
Just looking: Ian and Charlie Hengstberger of Dumbalk were having a good look at the sale on Thursday.
Girl’s day out: From left, Sue and Sophie McIntosh of Moe South, with Nina Maselli of Yinnar were enjoying their time at the sale.
Cattle hunting: David Piggin from Foster and Carolyn Fryer from Fish Creek eye off some cattle at the sale on Thursday.
Good time: Desma and Colin Kent of Warragul were having a great time checking out the large yarding of cattle at the store sale.
Fox bounty success GIPPSLAND hunters are reaping the benefits of the Victorian Government’s fox and wild dog bounty.
Out and about: Brian Raynor of Kardella with his visiting grandsons, Josh and Tom Webb of Willis Hill. They were enjoying a morning together at the cattle sales.
Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan said the response to the Coalition’s decision to reinstate a true and proper fox and wild dog bounty had been overwhelming. “Since the bounty began in October last year a total of 1341 fox scalps have been collected from four collection centres located throughout Gippsland, including 285 from Yarram, 307 from Maffra, 124 from Bairnsdale and 625 from Ellinbank,” he said. “Total collections across Victoria are nearing 30,000, which speaks volumes about how badly this bounty was needed.” Mr Ryan said Labor had all but ignored the pleas of farmers and landholders who were fighting a losing battle against rising fox and wild dog numbers. “The bounty is not a total solution, but it’s playing an important part in our efforts to reduce the impact of foxes and wild dogs on Gippsland food and fibre producers,” Mr Ryan said. “Not surprisingly I have received extremely positive feedback from local hunters who have been calling for an end to the previous ad hoc and inconsistent fox control programs.” Mr Ryan said the Coalition’s $4 million bounty had already seen 27,824 fox scalps and wild dog skins handed in across Victoria, compared to just 20,034 foxes killed over the life of Fox Stop under Labor. “We are delivering on our key election commitment to reinstate a true fox and wild dog bounty by offering Victorian farmers and hunters $10 for each fox and $50 for each wild dog,” Mr Ryan said. For opening times and full details of the terms and conditions for the fox and wild dog bounty, go to www. dpi.vic.gov.au/bounty or contact the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
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• VLE LEONGATHA
Numbers down due to Easter NUMBERS were down dramatically to what can only be described at best as a token yarding due to the coming Easter break. Despite this, there was a good representation of buyers present for the 76 trade and 119 export cattle penned. In the young cattle pens, the best of the B2 vealers sold to 252c/kg, with the C2 and C3 lots making from 241c to 236c/kg. No grown steers or bullocks were presented. In the cow draft of 109 head, heavy D4 and D5 beef cows sold from 153c to 166c/kg to processors, ranging from 2c/kg cheaper to 6c/kg dearer. D2 and D3 Friesian cows made from 141c to 156c/kg, remaining firm to 2c/ kg easier.
Wednesday, April 4 BULLOCKS 1 R.T. & G.J. Glogioski, Wonga Wonga 650kg STEERS 6 S.J. & C.A. Carbone, Thorpdale 383kg 1 G. & K. Hempel, Hiawatha 375kg 1 R.T. & G.J. Glogoski, Wonga Wonga 425kg 1 D.P. & E.G. Staples, Korumburra 380kg 2 J. Byng, Meeniyan 505kg 5 L. Rowley, Carrajung South 397kg COWS 1 R.T. & G.J. Glogoski, Wonga Wonga 775kg 4 Geodan Family Trust, Loch 642.5kg 1 J. & H. Garnham, Lang Lang East 625kg 1 G.J. & J. Beveridge, Drouin 625kg 1 M.D. Stephens, Poowong North 595kg 1 L.M. & T.S. Albutt, Yarram 900kg HEIFERS 3 S.J. & C.A. Carbone, Thorpdale 360kg 1 G. & K. Hempel, Hiawatha 295kg 1 D.P. & E.G. Staples, Korumburra 415kg 1 J. Byng, Meeniyan 420kg 1 Leith Park, Loch 300kg 1 R.J. & J.R. McIntosh, Korumburra 600kg BULLS 1 D.B. & R.K. McGlead, Foster 735kg 1 M. & E. Smith, Longwarry 795kg 1 R.W. & J.E. Davidson, Binginwarri 620kg 1 L.M. & T.S. Albutt, Yarram 615kg
192.0 $1248.00 252.6 $968.30 236.0 $885.00 220.0 $935.00 217.6 $826.88 210.0 $1060.50 187.5 $744.38 166.0 164.6 161.6 161.6 161.6 160.0
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Toora set for factory boost By Sarah Vella
MORE than 12 months after the old Bonlac factory in Toora was purchased, a business study concerning the future of the building is nearing completion. Although South Gippsland Shire Councillor, and president of the Toora Progress Association, Jeanette Harding could not divulge too much information on the project, she is excited about the prospect of a new venture in the town. “It is the first time someone has done something serious about it. Other people have bought it and just left it sitting there,” Cr Harding said. “This person has spent a considerable amount
of money conducting the business study. We will have the answers from it at the end of April. I think it will be incredibly beneficial for Toora. It is something that is in keeping with South Gippsland. “It is very exciting for this area, because it will bring workers to the town. It isn’t bringing something new into the town; it is something that we are already familiar with.” What began as a cream factory originally positioned where the service station now sits on the highway, was purchased by British United Dairies, who built a small factory on the current site. It has grown over the years, and has had various owners; however, Bonlac was the owner when it closed. It closed down in the
New beginnings: the unused Bonlac milk factory at Toora is currently the subject of a business study, which Councillor Jeanette Harding says is very exciting for the small town. year 2000, forcing the employees from Toora and surrounding districts out of work.
The front area of the factory is currently used once a month for the community markets and local
Drum recycling breaks records NATIONAL recycling program drumMUSTER continues to shatter its own records, with two million agvet chemical containers disposed of in the past year. This is an unprecedented milestone for the container management stewardship program that works in partnership with more than 750 shire councils around Australia. National program manager Allan McGann said the achievement was a real testament to the hard work put in by all of its program partners and those involved with the program. “We are delighted to have collected our two mil-
lionth container in the past year,” he said. “We have been keeping a close eye on our returns tally and to achieve this just a few months after collecting our 18 millionth container since the program started back in 1998 makes it even more satisfying. “It’s all down to the dedication of our program users around the nation and the terrific work done by all of our program representatives.” Since the service first formed in late 1998, it has helped keep well over 23,000 tonnes of potentially-hazardous materials out of landfill and hopes are high that the 20 millionth container milestone will be reached by the end of 2012.
Once the plastic or steel containers are brought in, they are transformed into practical items such as wheelie bins, road signs and park benches. Manufacturers nationwide have also embraced the initiative, with 93 companies now on board with drumMUSTER. Most pleasing for Mr McGann is the significant improvement in return rates and the increased number of deliveries, providing further proof that the program is providing an essential and valued service to the rural industry. “Our return rates are looking great, the figures indicate we have collected around 120,000 more containers than at the same
time last year. It’s a really pleasing result and it’s extremely fitting that it’s been achieved in this, the Australian Year of the Farmer!”he said. To find your nearest drumMUSTER collection site, call 1800 008 707 or head online at www.drummuster.com.au.
VLE store cattle sale Effluent a pasture influence Thursday April 5 Total yarding: 1375. Steers: Reflect Nominees, 14 x $1070; F.J. & M.L. Templeton, Nar Nar Goon, 11 x $1065; R. & B.J. Alush, Ripplebrook, 12 x $1020; I.E. & P.M. Smith, Inverloch, 7 x $1010; I. Duncan, 2 x $1005; Adval P/L, Anderson, 12 x $980. Heifers: Burrabardoo, Tarwin, 10 x $900; E. Coon, Mordialloc, 7 x $850; M. Trew, Won Wron, 5 x $820; Gippsgraze P/L, Inverloch, 4 x $810; E. McKeough, Woorarra East, 3 x $800; B. & A. Watson, Denison, 5 x $798. Cows: M. & M. Stephens, Moe, 1 x $800. Cows and calves: M. Bright, Yanakie, 3 x $1400; M. & M. Stephens, Moe, 1 x $1400; A.H.J., P. & S. Harris, Dumbalk North, 5 x $1325; J. Byng, Meeniyan, 2 x $1250; G.S. Storr, Toora, 1 x $1240; J.B. & S.E. Heenan, Gainsborough, 6 x $1210.
art group meetings, and there is the occasional children’s party held there as well.
NOW is the time of year for Victorian dairy farmers to make their farms more productive and profitable, simply by applying dairy effluent pond sludge onto their pastures. Department of Primary Industries (DPI) research has confirmed that applying sludge from dairy effluent ponds onto pastures is a sensible economic and environmental choice for farmers - and the investment quickly pays for itself. Researchers applied sludge at various rates onto pastures at two dairy farms in south west Victoria and compared results to pasture
treated with commercial chemical fertiliser. The sludge used in the research was taken from the bottom of the first effluent pond. They then measured the amount of extra grass grown and calculated the amount of extra milk produced by the different treatments. The results showed that sludge was at least as effective - and in some cases more effective - than commercial fertiliser in promoting pasture growth. Senior DPI research scientist Graeme Ward said using sludge as an alternative to commercial fertiliser was also cost effective and pre-
sented farmers with a good return on investment. “We found that the cost of sludge application could be paid back within four to five months,” Mr Ward said. “Our economic analysis showed that every megalitre of sludge applied to pastures gave a return of $14,000 in milk responses and fertiliser savings. This compares very favourably with the cost of chemical fertiliser to get the same milk responses. Mr Ward said the best time to apply sludge to pasture was around late summer to early autumn at a rate of 50,000 to 100,000 litres per hectare.
Out of landfill: chemical containers are recycled into wheelie bins, road signs and park benches.
VLE LEONGATHA KOONWARRA
Sale Draw April 11 1. Alex Scott 2. Rodwells 3. SEJ 4. David Phelan & Co 5. Landmark 6. Elders
Upcoming Sales LEONGATHA Prime: April 11 8.30am Store: April 19 - 10am Sheep: April 11 12pm
PAKENHAM Prime: April 16 - 8am Export: April 17 8.30am Store: April 12 - 10am
LOCK IN THE ANGUS PREMIUM! 30 WORKING AGE BULLS - 11TH ANNUAL SALE - FRIDAY 13TH APRIL, 2012 AT 1PM Marine Park Drive | Cape Paterson | South Gippsland
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BOAT LICENCE COURSE
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STOP IT Community members can help you state your objections before 24th April
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Want help? Telephone Beth 5672 2028 Neil 5672 1185, Sarah 5678 7270 VISIT Cowes Cultural Centre - 17th April - 9am-11am Wonthaggi Info Centre - 17th April 7 - 8.30pm Grantville Transaction Centre - 17th April - 10am-12md Inverloch The Hub - 17th April - 12md-2pm
Jetski endorsement included Monday, April 16 6pm - 10.15pm Bookings essential Phone Bob 0417 524 005
Garry Harrison 19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
Approved MSV course Australian Boating College. Provider No. 3399
By appointment Ph: 5674 8290
CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG
MT ECCLES AND WILD DOG VALLEY LANDCARE GROUP
“NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L
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Tarwin Lower / Venus Bay
Community Plan Workshop & Free BBQ Lunch Date: Sunday April 15, 2012 Time: 10.30am to 3.30pm Venue: Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute Hall Come along to help plan for the future you want Everyone welcome Facilitated by the Lower Tarwin Valley Districts Project
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HE who hears my word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life. John 5:24
situations vacant • Create a Vision for your community • Vote for your priority project • Establish project teams • Find out what’s happening in your community
For more information: Marzia Maurilli ph: 5662 9805 or email marziam@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
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FISH CREEK Contact Corry on 0422 189 592
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MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC REQUIRED Now that we have added the exciting range of Yamaha Motorcycles to our successful Nissan and Hyundai Dealership we now require a motorcycle mechanic who will fit in with our future plans. The applicant will need to be quality focused and looking for a challenge as we expand our Service Department. We will consider a 3rd year apprentice. All applicants will be treated in strict confidence. Please forward your resumé to: Ian Marshman, PO Box 72, Leongatha 3953 and be involved as we take Yamaha to new heights in South Gippsland Applications close Friday 13th April
Building a Healthy Community
Adult Drug & Alcohol Diversion Worker 0.6 EFT (3 days per week) (Minimum requirements: Diploma in Alcohol & Other Drugs & Mental Health, Welfare or related fields) Previous Applicants Need Not Apply BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the part time employment of an enthusiastic person to work with adults in the Bass Coast Shire. You will work with a team of Drug and Alcohol workers, supported by a Team Coordinator, and provide a range of innovative interventions to service users via comprehensive assessment, counselling and case summaries for clients whose substance use contributes to their involvement in the forensic justice system (Court). The successful applicant will also need to demonstrate the ability to deliver health and education sessions/ groups to service users.
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor
Latrobe Community Health Service is one of the largest community health providers in Victoria. We provide professional and career development, salary packaging, an employee assistance program, work life balance and much more. We are currently offering the following career opportunity:
Problem Gambling Counsellor - 17248
Family Support Worker - 2 positions (readvertised) Full time Based in Leongatha South Coast Child FIRST and Integrated Family Services Post-secondary qualifications in Social Work, Welfare or related field. Diploma level qualifications will be considered if applicant willing to further their study. For further information on the above position please phone Marie Jones-French on 5662 5150. Application forms and position descriptions are available at www.ucgipps.org.au or call Kirstie on 5152 9600 to have copies emailed/sent to you. Applications addressing the key criteria close 5pm 13th April 2012 and are to be addressed to: Kirstie Pearce HR Co-ordinator UnitingCare Gippsland PO Box 454 BAIRNSDALE VIC 3875 or email humanresources@ucgipps.org.au UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and well-being of children and young people.
76 to 80 hours per fortnight, full time permanent position, Latrobe Valley Latrobe Community Health Service is one of the fastest growing health providers in Victoria which has a team of professionals who provide a range of counselling services across several sites in Gippsland, including generalist counselling, gamblers help services, family violence services and children’s counselling. We currently have an ongoing permanent vacancy in our growing Gamblers Help Counselling team which offers flexible working conditions, with negotiable hours, up to full time and is based within the Latrobe Valley. This role involves; assessing consumers and determining their eligibility for the service, providing counselling strategies to individuals and their families where required, referring consumers to other services where appropriate, and contributing to policy development, planning, monitoring and evaluating the problem gambling counselling service. For this role we are looking for someone with: • Demonstrated experience in counselling assessment and intervention skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • An understanding of the impact of problem gambling on individuals, families and the community
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UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited community service agency. Staff and volunteers provide a range of community services in Gippsland for children, young people, families and individuals. The Agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged. UnitingCare Gippsland has the following vacancy at:
FREE Pick-up and delivery in Leongatha/Meeniyan areas for MOTOR MOWERS,
REAL ESTATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE A full time position currently exists in our busy Leongatha office for a Real Estate Sales Representative. We are looking for a versatile, well presented and selfmotivated person to join our sales team, concentrating on residential sales. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a strong focus on customer service with excellent communication and organisational skills. A sub-agent’s licence, driver’s licence and reliable vehicle are essential for this position. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Company which places great emphasis on creating a wonderful team environment for all employees. Remuneration package negotiable dependent on experience. Written applications for this position including a current CV should be addressed to: The Administration Manager Stevens Egan Johnston Pty Ltd Private Bag 12 LEONGATHA VIC 3953 Applications close 5pm Friday, 20th April 2012
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1 EFT (6 Month Limited Term Contract with the possibility of a further 6 month extension) BCCHS is also looking for a suitable candidate to provide individual counselling consultancy and continual care and facilitate groups for people experiencing drug and alcohol and Mental Health (Dual Diagnosis) issues. You will work with a team of Drug and Alcohol workers supported by a Team Coordinator to provide a range of innovative interventions to service users via comprehensive assessment, counselling and case summaries of clients who wish to make changes to their substance use. Remuneration for these positions as per relevant professional qualifications. Inquiries to Karley Oakley, Coordinator Drug and Alcohol Services. To obtain a position description and an employment application form, please telephone reception on 5671 3500 or refer to our website: www.bcchs.com.au. Applications must address the key selection criteria, and include the Application for Employment form. Applications close 5pm Tuesday April 17, 2012 and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road, San Remo 3925 Or by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au
CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC. Repairs and services
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work wanted
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situations vacant EXPERIENCED PANEL BEATER REQUIRED In Inverloch FULL TIME or PART TIME Person must be: Qualified, friendly, hard working, reliable and must be able to work as a team. Please email resumé att Travis imbw@bigpond.com or phone 5674 1348
B-DOUBLE INTERSTATE / LOCAL DRIVER required Must have at least 5 yrs experience. References essential. VicRoads Licence printout required Phone for appointment between 9-4 Mon-Fri Ross or Luke on 0400 515 930 O’Neill’s Haulage Korumburra
If you would like to have a positive impact on the community and work within a supportive team environment, then this may be the perfect role for you.
Applications close 4.30pm Monday 16 April 2012 and are to be submitted electronically via the E-Recruit system on the LCHS website (www.lchs.com.au/careers). • For further information and copies of each position description visit our careers page www.lchs.com.au/careers. • Applicants must address the Selection Criteria and lodge their application online. • No late or hard copy applications will be accepted.
Community Bank ® Branch Manager
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Branch Manager Lead Business Development at our Toora & District Community Bank ® Branch To be successful as Branch Manager at Toora & District Community Bank ® Branch you will: • Implement strategies to create portfolio growth • Be responsible for lending activities including consumer, small business, commercial and agri facilities • Play a key leadership role in servicing and developing the needs of the local business community • Draw on your proven management experience and be active in business development Reporting to the Promontory District Finance Group Limited Board and Regional Manager of the Bendigo Bank, this highly autonomous role provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate your mentoring and development capabilities when participating in the selection process of your future team. Visit careers.bendigobank.com.au to find out more or to submit your application quoting reference number VIC801963. Applications close on Friday 27 April 2012 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178. AFSL 237879. (151533_v1) (2/04/2012)
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Required for Engineering Firm
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EXPERIENCED PREFERRED Ring 5662 2639 for an interview
An exciting opportunity exists for anexperienced Social Worker to join our progressive community services team. With a diverse and varied caseload, working with inpatients, outpatients and community counselling services, the position provides the opportunity to work with people to provide a truly holistic service, supporting people through the full care cycle. Primarily situated at picturesque Leongatha the position provides Social Work services at a variety of GSHS designated sites. The position covers a catchment large enough to provide good support networks and clinical variety but small enough to still provide personalised care and holistic interventions. If you are already part of the south coast community you will know the exceptional benefits of our area, if you are visiting South Coast on holiday consider the opportunity a permanent move would make to a truly exceptional and rewarding lifestyle. All applicants should be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) as well as providing a current satisfactory Victorian driver’s licence,satisfactory Police Records and Working with Children Checks. Commencement Date: Negotiable A job share arrangement would be considered if two suitable candidates applied. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kim Bolding, Social Work Co-ordinator on 5667 5522 or via email: kim.bolding@gshs.com.au Visit our website at www.gshs.com.au to download an application kit and position description. Application should be submitted to: Judy Abbey Director of Community Services Gippsland Southern Health Service, Private Bag 13, Leongatha, 3953. Closing Date for Applications: 29th April 2011
QUALIFIED MOTOR MECHANIC Edney's of Leongatha is seeking a qualified motor mechanic to join its expanding Nissan/Hyundai dealership.The successful applicant will be given the latest dealership training throughout their employment while working in a friendly, modern environment. You will also have the opportunity to expand your skills with RACV road service. Interviews will be treated with strict confidence. Forward hand written applications to: Edney's Leongatha Attention: Nick McRae PO Box 72, Leongatha 3953 Applications close Friday 13th April
RURAL MERCHANDISE SALES PERSON We are seeking a motivated individual looking for a career in Rural Merchandise. To meet the requirements of the position you need: • Proven retail sales experience preferably in a rural merchandise environment would be an advantage • Customer service skills • Ability to work in a team • Maintain store presentation • Participate in stocktake requirements • Order and receive stock and manage the inventory • Knowledge of animal health and general merchandise products • Reliable organised and punctual • Communication and computing skills • A current driver’s licence is essential and possession of agsafe accreditation and a forklift licence advantageous but not essential. Apply in writing in confidence to: Murray Goulburn Trading 1 Cusack Rd Leongatha 3953 5662 2308 cameron.kindellan@mgc.com.au
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Systems Support Administration Officer 1.0 EFT - 76 hours per fortnight Readvertised - Previous applicants need not apply BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the full time employment of an enthusiastic person with excellent computer skills, the ability to use a range of software applications, accurately analyse data, problem solve and ‘think outside the square’. The successful applicant is required to work at any BCCHS site as required. Remuneration for this position as per Health & Allied Services Award. Applications must address the key selection criteria, and include the Application for Employment form. To obtain a position description and an employment application form, please telephone reception on (03) 5671 9200 or refer to our website: www.bcchs.com.au. Applications close 5 pm 17 April, 2012 and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road, San Remo 3925 Or by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au
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Accounts Assistant We are a growing Australian based company, which produces a range of premium dairy products for the domestic and international market. A full time vacancy exists for an Accounts Assistant who is responsible for providing support to the Finance team for the timely completion of tasks and the preparation of information. This includes accounts payable, reviewing all purchase orders and invoices as well as telephone & mail duties. To be successful in this role you will require the following: • Accounts Payable experience, or strong Data Entry skills • Computer skills particularly in the area of microsoft excel and other microsoft suite products • A proven high level attention to detail • Demonstrated data accuracy skills met within agreed timeframes • Strong verbal communication • The ability to work in a team environment when required but comfortable operating autonomously • Discipline in compliance with Burra Procedures and Policies If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a friendly medium-sized business in Korumburra then apply via email. Burra Foods Pty Ltd PO Box 379 Korumburra, 3950 or to jobs@burrafoods.com.au Applications close: 16th April 2012
Team member for PACKAGING and CUSTOMER SERVICE Starting at one day per week Phone or drop-in for more information
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PHYSIOTHERAPIST Grade One - (Fixed Term - Full Time) An opportunity has become available for a grade 1 physio with clinical experience to join our progressive and committed physiotherapy team for one year. With the capacity and clinical scope to manage a variety of caseloads across inpatient, outpatient, residential care and community-based teams, job satisfaction, clinical variety, and career development is a given. As a Grade 1 practitioner with a couple of years under your belt you will: • Provide exceptional service delivery in the physio department • Have the capacity to further develop your clinical skills • Have clinical guidance from exceptional senior clinicians • Enjoy a truly exceptional lifestyle GSHS also offers a comprehensive staff support program including,education & mentoring support, orientation program and employee assistant programs. Salary Packaging is also available to all permanent staff including our rural and remote housing salary packaging benefit. As an enthusiastic, committed physiotherapist you will: • Have a positive can do attitude • Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team • Like the challenge of a variety of caseloads • Enjoy gaining knowledge and continually improving clinical practice New Graduates are welcome to apply. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Vivian Carroll on 5654 2701or via email: vivian. carroll@gshs.com.au Application kits and position descriptions may be downloaded from our website at www.gshs.com.au and should be submitted directly to: Vivian Carroll Manager Allied Health Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 Leongatha, 3953 Applications will be assessed as they are received. Police check and working with children check is required.
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for rent 5 ACRES land with 7m shed for a few animals. Dollar Road, Dumbalk. $60 per week. Phone Jaganat 9699-5122. LEONGATHA Lovely renovated, furnished unit, share with female owner, close to shops, courtyard with park views. Non smoker. 0428-642304.
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MASSIVE Garage Sale, Saturday April 14, two house lots, 8 and 11 Patman Drive, Nyora, 9am - 3pm. No early birds.
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in memoriam CAFARELLA - Angelina Cristina. 25.2.1970 - 13.4.2010 Life without you Angela just isn’t the same. Love and miss you to distraction. Forever in our hearts. Love Mum and family. COOPER - Lorraine. 5.10.51 - 7.4.2002 It’s ten years since we lost you. Ten years of asking “why” While all those years, you have been Where only true angels fly. Sometimes my heart aches, When secret tears flow. What it meant to lose you, No one could ever know. Geoff, Raels, Kev, Rob and Rusty. FRASSENEI Maria Caterina. April 5, 1996 Time changes many things But not the sadness this day brings. Our loving mum and nonna, always in our hearts. Tiz, John and Josh, Carla, Jarrod and Mikaela.
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deaths BENNISON (SUND) (nee Poulton) - Joyce Margaret. 4.5.1921 - 8.4.2012 Passed away peacefully at Grandridge Lodge, Mirboo North. Late of Leongatha. Loved wife of the late George Sund and the late Ralph Bennison. Dearly loved mother of Les (dec), Ray, Rick (dec), Sue, Robert, Bev and Ronda, and their families. Grandmother of 17, great grandmother of 13 and 2 soon to arrive. The tide of life ebbs and flows But the gates of memory never close. Now at peace. BORDONARO - Maria. 14.06.1926 - 07.04.2012 Passed away peacefully at Grandridge Lodge, Mirboo North. Aged 85 years. Loved and loving wife of Salvatore (dec). Adored mother and motherin-law of Antonio, MarieClaire, Sam, Wendy, Nina and Damien. Beloved Nonna to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Always in our hearts. BORDONARO - Maria. Our beautiful Mother and Nonna, thank you for all the years of love and support you have given us. We will never forget your beautiful nature and how much you loved us. You live eternally in our hearts, united with your loving husband. Rest in peace. Sam, Wendy, Kelly, Clint, Jamie, Bradley, Maria, Paul, their partners and your great grandchildren.
deaths RYAN - Lawrence Peter. 9.11.1919 - 7.4.2012 Loved husband of Mary for 64 years. Unforgettable dad of Lynette and Denise, precious Pa to 8 grandchildren, funny old Pa to 12 great grandchildren. As life began so it ends, A simple life well lived, A simple man well loved, Thanks Dad, God bless.
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Music lovers: Amber Steward, Zara Toll, Maddie Lees made the trip from Melbourne to Toora for the Franklin Downs Music Festival.
Top acts: Oliver Clark and Jackie Green graced the stage at the Franklin Downs Music Festival on Saturday.
Opening tunes: Chris “Cool” Riddell and his trio were the first act of the day.
On the gate: Jess and Fiona Green and Susie Fowler were selling the tickets and raising money for a good cause at the Franklin Downs Music Festival.
funerals BENNISON (SUND) - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs Joyce Margaret Bennison will be held at the Wilson Chapel, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale on Friday April 13, 2012 commencing at 11.15am. No flowers by request please, donations in lieu may be made to Australian Red Cross - Victoria. Envelopes will be available at the service.
BORDONARO - Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mrs Maria Bordonaro will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Ogilvy Street, Leongatha on Saturday April 14, 2012 commencing at 11am. At the conclusion of Mass the funeral will leave for the Leongatha Cemetery. Rosary will be recited in the above church on Friday evening (April 13) at 7pm. No flowers by request please. In lieu donations may be made to Grandridge Lodge, Mirboo North. Envelopes will be available at the service.
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Festival to become annual event funerals RYAN - The Funeral Service for the late Mr Lawrence Peter Ryan will be held at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Peart Street, Leongatha on Thursday April 12, 2012 commencing at 1.30pm. Private cremation. No flowers by request please, donations in lieu may be made to the Leongatha Hospital. Envelopes will be available at the service.
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THE inaugural Franklin Downs Music Festival, held at Toora on Easter Saturday was a resounding success. The bad weather held off for the festival, which featured Levi McGrath, accompanied by percussionist Andrew Horneman, as the headline act, who put on a brilliant performance for the crowd. The festival featured a variety of other bands and performers, including Willy Golightly, Al Green, Fox Road, The Frantics and more. The Franklin Downs Music Festival was borne from the idea that not everyone can travel vast distances to attend big music festivals and that it was about time there was a more accessible alternative for the South Gippsland region. Tim Green, one of the organisers, as well as a performer on the night was very happy with how it all went. “It all went really well. We had around 250 people through the gates, and raised just over $950 each for both World Vision and the Prom Aged Care Building Fund,” Mr Green said.
• OBITUARY FRANK ROURKE April 22, 1925 – March 21, 2012
Well known in farming circles FRANK Rourke commenced his long and distinguished career at Leongatha with Gippsland & Northern Co-Operative Company in 1946. In 1949, he was appointed manager at the company’s Yarram branch and rapidly made his mark as an auctioneer, livestock and real estate agent. It was while at Yarram, he began as a commentator of agricultural shows. He was also the voice of the Australian Wool Board’s sheep shearing competitions, commentating at the Royal Melbourne, Royal Sydney and Royal Adelaide shows. In 1952, he transferred to Gippsland & Northern’s head office in Melbourne and for many years was a highly respected auctioneer at Newmarket. His involvement in agricultural shows and his ability as an auctioneer, including stud sales, was widely recognised and his services were keenly sought. He moved up in the company’s management ranks and in 1975, on the retirement of Mr Ron Naismith, Frank was appointed general manager of the Acmal Group of Companies, the parent company of Gippsland & Northern. He held that position with distinction until his retirement in 1985. In recognition of his services to the local livestock industry, the selling ring at the Koonwarra Saleyards was named in his honour, when it was constructed by Gippsland & Northern when he was the general manager. He then moved to Maroochydore in Queensland, where he became a very active member of the community, particularly with the RSL. *Submitted by Peter Dwyer
Good gardener: Lita Gill had 94 entries in the Wonthaggi Flower and Vegetable Easter Show and took out several prizes.
Great display at Wonthaggi IT was all about flowers and vegetables at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club on Saturday and Sunday as the Wonthaggi Garden Club held their annual Flower and Vegetable Easter Show. Around 370 entries were on show over the two days, with some large vegetables and beautiful flowers drawing the crowds. A photographic section provided a different aspect to the show as well.
Healthy serve: the biggest leek award went to Col Willmot of Glen Alvie with this beast.
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Good Friday, good cause SOUTH Gippsland and Bass Coast residents dug deep on Good Friday, raising over $100,000 for the Melbourne Royal Children’s Hospital. The most impressive effort went to the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club, who raised a huge $44,000, which is around $7000 more than their 2011 total. The Wonthaggi CFA and community raised a total of $25,048 door knocking, while the Leongatha CFA
and community, Bowls Club, Safeway and Good Friday Ball’s combined total of around $16,000 is still rising, with last minute donations still coming in. The smaller towns of South Gippsland, including Fish Creek, Foster, Welshpool, Port Welshpool and Toora, raised around $16,500 and Inverloch’s total was around $5000. Congratulations to everyone who organised an event, door knocked, or made a donation to such a wonderful cause.
Easter cheer: Keryn Kaye from the Leongatha Children’s Centre and some of her charges enjoyed the annual Easter visit by the chicken and rabbit, alias sisters Val and Nola. Kerryn is also a member of Leongatha Lions, which supports the sisters in their Easter visit.
They’re all smiles IT’S 31 years since sisters Val Pistrucci and Nola Sneddon began bringing pre-Easter cheer to the streets of Leongatha. Dressed respectively as a rabbit and a chook, they’ve dispensed Easter eggs to those in offices, child and aged care. They do so in memory of their grandmother Eveline Smith, who was a resident in Woorayl Lodge. “We get great pleasure from distributing some cheer, fun and in acknowledging Leongatha and district residents, especially the children, young at heart and the sick, in celebrating this special holiday
season,” they said. The sisters, who were born and raised in the Leongatha area (their maiden name is Hengstberger) took Easter eggs to a Leongatha Senior Citizens lunch, Domain Seahaven Inverloch, Woorayl Lodge and Koorooman House Leongatha, Mirboo North’s Strzelecki House and Grandridge Lodge and Korumburra’s Hillside and Carinya lodges and Alchera House. Their motto is: “Our smiles are your smiles.” Their Easter cheer is supported by Leongatha Lions, Woorayl Lodge Auxiliary, Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Cadbury.
Ready to collect: Leongatha CFA members and family took to the streets last Friday to raise money for the Melbourne Royal Children’s Hospital. Despite the collection being interrupted by a callout to a grass and scrub fire on the Wild Dog Valley Road, members of both the Leongatha and Ruby CFA put it out quickly and returned to door knocking. Pictured here are Amanda Campbell and her children Will, Maddie and Sharni, Scott Hillis, Dale Carruthers, Tristan and Matilda Morton Pedersen, Kathleen O’Keefe and Trevor Cashmore.
Art show has a Good Friday Leadership learning: Kyle Wright, Jake Roylance, Elly Wringfield and Olivia Peterson from Wonthaggi North and Inverloch primary schools with managing director of Impact Leadership, Andrew Strong.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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Students learn to lead PRIMARY school students from around the region merged on Korumburra to take part in a student leadership conference recently. Student leaders from Cowes, Wonthaggi, San Remo, Nyora, Fish Creek, Foster, Toora, Loch, Korumburra, Inverloch and Wonthaggi North primary schools were involved in the conference at the Korumburra Showgrounds. Impact Leadership ran the conference and managing director Andrew Strong said it is a great way for the student leaders to further their leadership skills. “The kids get to learn about the leadership principles, the need for integrity as a leader, meeting the needs of the school and motivating others to help lead,” he said. “It’s a great way to get the kids interacting and thinking about their leaderships roles.” All the student leaders enjoyed their time at the conference.
IN its 45th year the Bass Coast Artists’ Society is the premier art exhibition in the Bass Coast region. Art Society president, Colin Billington judged the opening night, on Friday, April 6, to be a big success. “We had a great opening night at the exhibition and fortunately the heavens didn’t open up until late in the night,” Mr Billington said. With over 100 members, the exhibition consists in excess of 150 items of all forms of the arts including photography. The Bass Coast Shire Art Acquisitive major award winner, Adrian Johnson, received $1000 from Bass Coast Shire Council and an invitation to provide five paintings to be entered in the Bass Coast Shire
Art Acquisitive Exhibition, which will be conducted later in the year for a further $5000. The other winners at the Exhibition were best oil, won by Susan Hall, and highly commended (HC) best oil won by John Duncan-Firth. The best acrylic section was won by Judy Jennison, with HC acrylic going to Dennis Leversha. The best water colour of the exhibition was won by Jenny Jackson and HC best water colour was taken out by Bill Lancaster. The winner of the best pastel category was Maureen Loughran and HC best pastel was awarded to Hazell Billington. The best drawing prize was picked up by Dennis Leversha with Gloria Growse gaining the HC best
drawing prize. The best contemporary artwork winner was judged as Ron Thomas, while Marion Quigley picked up the HC in the same category. Anne Fogarty produced the best other medium artwork of the exhibition, with Ray Dahlstrom picking up the HC in that category. The encouragement award was given to Isabella Caldwall. Ken Rowe received the Moonya best body of work prize while Susan Hall picked up the HC for best body of work. In the photography section, best photo was won by Chris Upton; second best photo was won by Trevor Allan and Zoe Kidd was awarded third best photo of the exhibition.
Best piece: the Bass Coast Shire Art Acquisitive award winner at the Bass Coast Artists’ Society Easter Exhibition, Adrian Johnson (right) shown here with Art Society president, Colin Billington.
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Venus Bay Angling Club OUR club held its annual Easter Fishathon over the long weekend.
It was a three day competition which commenced at 6am on Friday with final weigh-in on Sunday at 3pm. There were 37 senior members who entered the competition, five junior members and three visitors. The results for seniors were 1st John Blezard (Trevally 1000g), 2nd Tom Aulsebrook (Whiting 520g) and 3rd Tyrone Nebel (Perch 600g). Junior results were 1st Daniel Ioannou (Mullet 380g) and 2nd Thomas Gretch (Mullet 140g). Heaviest Elephant Fish went to Con Ioannou with a 1760g catch. Secret weight prizes were also
awarded for this competition and they were Tyrone Nebel and Belinda Walker, who both received a gift from Liptrap Creations. John Blezard and Daniel Ioannou received a voucher from Venus Bay Fishing, Beach and Surf and Thomas Gretch won a voucher for 4 Shore Pizza and Pasta. Thank you to all our wonderful sponsors, your ongoing support of our club is appreciated. We ask all our members and the wider community to support these wonderful locals who constantly support us through donations, gifts and vouchers. There were over 50 members who attended our Saturday night barbecue. Everyone who attended had a
great night. As usual the kitchen was overflowing thanks to our wonderful members. On Sunday morning the club also hosted an Easter egg hunt for the younger members of our community. There were between 40 and 50 kids who attended to try and find exactly where the Easter Bunny hid those yummy chocolate eggs. Needless to say there were 40 to 50 very happy kids! For more info about our club, please email mail@venusbayanglingclub.org.au. You can also visit us on the web www.venusbayanglingclub.org.au or you can now find us on facebook, just search Venus Bay Angling Club.
Young angler: junior trophy winner for the Venus Bay Angling Club Easter Fishathon was Daniel Ioannou with his 380g Mullet.
Senior winner: John Blezard took out the senior competition with this 1000g Trevally.
Down and dirty: they don’t call it the Tough Mudder for nothing, as these competitors found out as they were belly deep in mud.
Tough Mudders power on THOUSANDS of competitors travelled from all over Victoria to compete in Tough Mudder at Phillip Island Grand Prix track recently.
Local mudder: Wonthaggi’s Ethan Richardson powered through the Tough Mudder course.
Everyone got down and dirty on the 20km obstacle course which included mud pits, high ropes, three metre high walls, fire and even electricity. Many locals took part in the gruelling challenge and gave it their all to make it through the course. They were greeted with a nice cold beer, a shirt, head band and right to call themselves a Tough Mudder at the end of it all.
Runners-up: (from left) Kathy Campbell, Judy O’Garey, Meryl Agars and (absent) Vera Derrick.
Veterans tennis wraps up The Veterans Ladies Summer Tennis competition at Leongatha finished up recently. Team Holly were the overall winners with Wil-
low a close second, while the wooden spoons went to team Palm. Anyone interested in coming along for a great social day of tennis would be very much
appreciated. The next competition starts May 3. Anyone interested contact Lorna on 5657 4272 or Isabel on 5664 7306.
Getting hot: one of the obstacles competitors faced was running through a path of burning hay bales.
Winners: (from left) Marg Hender, Maggie Bennett, Elizabeth Fincher and (absent) Claire Oostermeyer.
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EASTER Saturday attracted 95 players and two of them stood out. John Dalton won B Grade with a terrific 44 points, a great round John but will your pennant captain be as pleased? Malcom Legge was close behind with 42 points to clinch C Grade. A Grade went to Ryan Jacka with a score of 36 while visitor Noel Bradford from Centenary Park took D Grade on 32. B. Collyer won nearest the pin and pro-pin went to Steve Fisher. Balls were won by: D. Forbes 39, P. du Plessis, P. Harrison 37, A. Monahan, R. Paice 36, G. McDonald, M. Thomas, R. Chaplin, N. Johnson 35, R. Williams, N. Baker, P. Hartigan, S. Fisher, R. Thurston 34, N. Gillin, I. Murchie, P. Tierney, G. Morris 33, J. Eabry, R. Rumian, N. Williamson, G. McRitchie 32.
HOPE you all had a Happy Easter. Last Saturday we held a stableford event sponsored by Drummond Golf. The winner of A Grade with the equal best score of the day was Brendan Robjant with 42 points. B Grade went to Gary Young with 38 points and C Grade was won by Pat McCaughan also with 42 points. The distribution of balls was R. Higgins, B. Beilby, T. Hogan, D. Baird (our visitor from Belvoir Park) M, Grist, R. Goodwin, R. Warren, J. Barton and J. Newton (his syndicate also won the ball raffle). The nearest the pins went to Ed Poole and Bob Beilby. Our Thursday competition was won by Bo Fiek with 41 points with balls to Pat McCaughan, Ryan Higgins and Bob Hughes. Ed Poole won the nearest the pin on the 17th. Next week is a two man ambrose sponsored by Ross Winkler of Leongatha new and second hand materials fame. So get your partner and put your name on the start sheet.
Tuesday A two person ambrose was played and unusually only one net score bettered the par of the course. Ian Murchie and Mick Oliver won the day with 82-12 3/8 - 69 5/8. Runners-up were Anthony Clemann and Mike Street with 70 1/4. Norm Hughes won nearest the pin on the 16th and balls went to: N. Hughes, B. Stevens 71 1/4; G. Maher, D. Hanna 70 5/8; K. Godridge, T. Brusinewoud 71 5/8, G. McDonald, R. Burton 73 5/8.
Thursday Club champions: Leongatha Golf Club champions were decided after a game recently. (from left) Rob Bride took out the A Minor Champion, Nic Cairns, Junior Champion, Michael Thomas, Club Champion and Barry Attwood, B Grade Champion.
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CONDITIONS were brilliant with Easter weather finally with us and plenty of players making the most of it with the golf course in perfect condition. Tuesday, April 3 saw John Mathers (13) get some positive results finishing +1. Down the line went to Athol McGrath (17) with -2 and there was no nearest the pin winner on the 6th. Thursday, April 5 saw 11 players head out on the course. Dave Hutchinson (12) is back in the winner’s circle with 42 pts. Down the line went to Athol McGrath (18) with 39 pts and the evergreen George Draeger (25)
Meeniyan SATURDAY was Easter and a singles par event with the sponsor for the day being Windmill Ag, which is much appreciated. The A Grade winner was Chris Buckland with plus 4 and A Grade runner-up was Ron Findlay with plus 3. The B Grade winner was Charlie Le Page with plus 3 and B Grade runner-up was Sam Wilson with plus 3. Balls down the line went to Alex Scholte plus 3 and Will Bullock plus 2. Nearest the pin on the 14th was won by Daryle Gregg while the pro pin on the 2nd was won by Ian Warman. The members draw was won by Brad Wright who was not there so it jackpots to next week. Next week is monthly medal. Tuesday was a singles stableford event, with the winner being Wino Reilly with 40 points. Balls down the line went to Fred Stalker 38pts, Reg Hannay 38pts and Frank Peile with 38 points. Best nine was Bruce Challis with 20 points. Nearest the pin on the 14th was not won. Thursday’s single stableford winner was Henry Mueller with 37 points. Balls down the line went to John Mortensen with 36 points. Nearest the pin on the 2nd was won by Ian Warman. Best nine was won by Frank Peile with 18 points.
Meeniyan ladies ON medal day, Wednesday April 4, we had 21 players hit off in beautiful conditions. On the day the Section 1 winner was Dot Christie 75 net, Section 2 and medal winner was Kristen Elliott 69 net and Section 3 winner was Lyn Jennison 77 net. Best 9 was Linda Brown with 33 and putting was Dot Christie and Nancy Hammet. Coming events include the Joan Beaumont Plate on Friday, April 13, and Ladies Day on Friday, April 20.
Top golfer: Kristen Elliott is April’s Monthly Medal winner.
37 pts. The nearest the pin 17th went to Noel Black. Friday’s chicken run on holes one to nine had Kevin Da Silveira named winner with 36 pts while down the line was Lester Rootsey 32 pts. Saturday was the Medal Day with John and Pam Mather’s trophies. A good field of 29 players saw Norm Cooper (9) win the monthly medal with net 68 scratch, Peter Dight (8) 77 on a countback. B Grade went to T. Jones (24) net 70 and B Grade scratch was Andrew Naylor (19) 94 on a countback. Down the line: P. Dight 69, D. Soderlund 65, M.Soderlund 70, G. Clavarino 70, S. Rathjen 73. Nearest the pin: 4th K. Da Silveira, 6th S. Rathjen, 13th R. Blake, 15th N. Chandler, 18th N. Black. Putting D. Soderlund 26 putts. Pennant teams for Sunday, April 15 are as follows. Division 2 is Foster v Lang Lang with 1st Tee at Wonthaggi at 9.45 with J. Freeman, K. Flett, P. McKay, S. Reid, T. Vanin, N. Black and N. Cooper. Emergency is B. Cooper. Division 3 play at Foster with D. Hutchinson, P. Schofield, C. Pulham, G. Cox, K. Esler, R. Ireland and P. Robertson. Emergency P. Nightingal. The Hospital Charity Day is on Sunday, April 8 and is a three ball ambrose fun day. As expected the Hospital Day sponsored by the Freeman and Gilbert families was full of hits and misses and gave partners, kids and adults a great day out while raising valuable funds towards our wonderful hospital. Seventy-eight people took the opportunity to enjoy the day, raising over $2000. Thanks go to the Freeman and Gilbert families for their support, Deano for helping out with the meat and our cooks Nev and Carmen Thompson. Pam Mathers-thanks for the odds on the 17th hole. Jose Bohn was a popular winner of the $250 in the member’s cash draw. The prize now starts back at $200 next week. You need to be in the clubhouse between 7pm and 8pm when the draw is made to be eligible to win the cash. Coming events include the par on Thursday, Friday’s chicken run and South Gippsland Junior Classic. Saturday is the Stab Captain and President’s Day and Round 2 of the Frank McKenzie trophy, while Sunday sees pennant Division 3 at Foster and Division 2 at Wonthaggi.
Occasional visitor Tim Lincoln won A Grade with 39 points, playing off a 13 handicap. John Renwick went one better to record a 40 point victory in B Grade while Paul Wilson took C Grade with 38. Bob Birrell and Peter Waters were the most accurate on the nearest the pin holes. Ball winners: A. de Bondt, P. Waters 38, F. de Bondt 37, J. Gilder, P. Williamson, R. Martin, D. Forbes, G. Sharrock, J. Arnott, A. Hawkins 35, B. Birrell, B. Hines, Bob Cathie, P. Horman, C. Thompson 34, L. Petersen 33. This Saturday brings the April monthly medal. On Thursday 19 the J. P Malone ‘Diggers Day’ ambrose teams of four will be played with qualifying for the Herb Dearricott 4 BBB par coming up on Saturday 21.
Woorayl ladies THE ladies enjoyed a beautiful autumn day for the Monthly Medal this week. A Grade was won by Ann Poole (20) with 76 net, B Grade winner was Lois Young (28) with 75 net and C Grade winner was Iris McLeod (41) with 75 net. The monthly medal was won by Lois on a countback from Iris. Balls down the line went to Marg Higgins 76, Barb James 77, Ros Blew
77, Marg Tuckett 77 and Dot Jarvis 78 on a countback. Nearest the pin on the 8th was Min Dwyer, on the 11th was Ann Poole and the 17th was Karin McKenzie. Chris Perrett took out the putting with 28 putts. Next week we will play a secret nine, par competition sponsored by Mushroom Crafts.
South Gippsland veterans ON a perfect day for golf or indeed anything else you can think of, 120 Veteran golfers congregated at Moe Golf Club for the annual inter-zone stableford competition. Four zones were represented, 55 players from West Gippsland, 33 from the South, 18 from East Gippsland and 14 players from the Mornington Peninsula. Moe as always was a pleasure to play and an excellent lunch was provided at the end of the game. Each zone’s total points were added up and then averaged out according to the number of players representing the zone.
The winners this time were the Mornington Peninsula, averaging 31.43 points ahead, edging out wests and souths by less than a point. South Gippsland’s Doug Munro from Wonthaggi carried the day with a fine 42 points and Geoff Owen (Phillip Island) came second with 36. We look forward to next year’s game at the same course on the first Tuesday in April. Our next regular event for South Gippsland will be at Meeniyan on April 26 and the final Zones competition of the year will be held against East Gippsland at Yarram Golf Club on April 30.
Mirboo North ON April 7 the Saturday stableford competition was played. The sponsor was Gordon Graeme. There were 30 starters plus 11 ladies and the CCR was 71 The A Grade winner was Steve Bickerton (10) 38 points. The B Grade winner was Brandon Bradshaw (26) 37 points. Down the line: 1st J. Taylor 37, 2nd G. Watson 35, 3rd P. Brake 34, 4th M. HigginBottom 34, 5th J. Blunsden 34. Down the line ladies winner Tracy HigginBottom (25) 38 points and J.
Kingshott 35 points. Nearest the pin 4th M. HigginBottom, 6th K. Clerks, 13th N. Bracecamp, 16th I. Flower. Nearest the pin second shot on the 1st G. Watson. Birdies 13th G. Watson, P. Brake, R. Matthews, 16th B. Bradshaw. On April 4 the ladies monthly medal was played. The day winner was F. Nair (29) 102-29-73. Putting: M. Thompson 26 putts. Nearest the pin: 4th T. HigginBottom, 16th B. Stimson.
Good game: back from left are Premiers Justin Krohn, Russell Kenny and Glenn Calder while front from left are runners-up David Bennett, Neil Langstaff and Sam Wilson.
Davinci wins night tennis RESULTS of the Section 1 night tennis competition are in. The premiers, Davinci took on the runners-up, Longstaff in a solid match. Davinci where just too good in the end, winning 5 sets 44 games to 1 set 28 games.
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Leongatha
Region winners: South Gippsland Bowls Division 4s were played recently with Inverloch taking the win. Leongatha were runners-up. They were, from left, Trish McCormack, Joy Todd, Glenda Trotman, Ellie McIntyre, match committee chair Enid Johnston, winners Shirley Cook, Lois Luby, Ivy Sheppard and Robin Dennis.
Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, April 4 following on from a friendly night of bowling at Fish Creek’s open night, eight bowlers were keen to go again at Buffalo. A warm welcome to Alex Thompson and also young Angus Benson up on school holidays. Four teams selected with two players in each for two games of 10 ends (six bowls) for an early night. Alex and Toni Heldens combined well to take out the night (WW) 16 ends from Joe Occhipinti and Ian Benson (WW) 12 ends followed by Angus and Carolyn
Korumburra parlor ON Tuesday, April 3, the bias bowls group held its Men’s Singles championship. The event was a round robin tournament that saw the seven participating men play six, eight-end games against each other. This not only tested the men’s bowling abilities but their stamina and concentration as well. As the results were collated during the last round of the event, it was discovered that Arc Gammaldi and Charlie Tumino both had four wins and one loss to that point and were playing each other in the last, deciding round of games. Both men had come from wins on fast mats to face one another on the third, but slower, mat so it proved to be as much a competition of the bowling skills of the men as a competition of the mind-overmatter adjustment to the pace of the mat. Arc won the toss and for the first four ends pinpointed the kitty before Charlie hit back in the final four ends. It was nip and tuck throughout with the men not
WEDNESDAY April 4 saw 24 players take to the greens in the mid week social game of triples with the winners on the day being Wayne Walker (s), Ron Symmonds and Bev Watt on 2 wins plus 6 while the runners-up were A. Rayson (s), F. Filomino and Sue Crouch on 2 wins plus 3. April 6 saw some 30 players take to the greens in the Good Friday Children’s Hospital Social bowls and afternoon. It was an event of two games 12 ends triples with a twist in the event that caught some by surprise and placed a big load on each team’s skippers but overall was a real fun and game afternoon. The winners on the day were the team of Jack Embleton (s) with Wayne Walker and Ann Lye on two wins plus 14 while the runners-up were Bill Fisher (s) with Ron Symmons and Jo Runciman also on 2 wins plus 13. Sponsor for the day was the Leongatha Bowls Club. At the conclusion of the day president of the Leongatha Clubs Bowls Victoria president Robert Young thanked everyone for their attendance and
support, including several visitors who attended on holidays from Western Australia. At the end of the financial count a total of $608.05 was raised for the Children’s Hospital Appeal. Reminders: Saturday April 14 will see the last of the Leongatha Bowls club and sponsors tournament with the open fours event commencing at 9.30am. I have been advised that there is still room for teams or even to put your name in if you would like to be included in a team. Please contact Jeff Pendergast 5662 0974 or David Bee 5662 2065 or Glenda Trotman 5662 3439. This event is not just confined to Leongatha members but open to any bowls club who may wish to enter. A reminder to Leongatha Club members who may be heading north if you have been rostered for cleaning duties but will be away it is your responsibility to ensure that you have found or swapped with another team to fill in for you before you leave and also notify the co-ordinator. Until next report. Good bowling. - Jackhigh.
seven ends and then Peter Heldens, Joyce Occhipinti five ends. Peter was very accurate with his bowling (mats too short) with Kitty flying off many times. Angus showed good style and many touchers but kept getting knocked away. Best 1st game: Toni/Alex 25-0. Best 2nd game: Toni/Alex 11-5. SG/BBA meeting report delivered and pennant draws distributed starting May 1 at Dumbalk. Open night on Monday April 16. Bowling again next Wednesday 7.30. Come along. Carolyn Benson 5663 6270 only drawing in carefully but also moving the kitty to gain or cutback shots. Arc’s first points proved the difference, and he was declared the club’s bias bowls champion for the second year. For Charlie, it is the third year in a row that he has been runner-up, perhaps next year will be his turn at being champion. The overall results showed improvements from all of the men and they are all to be congratulated for a fine night’s bowling. No game was predictable as everyone competed well. Michael, Geoff and Joe each had two wins, Ashley and Ross three wins, Charlie finished with four wins and Arc, after defeating Charlie in the last game, completed the night with five wins. Parlor bowls was not played on the Thursday before Easter but it restarts on Thursday, April 12. The Parlor Bowls singles championships are to be held on Thursday, April 26. This is a knock-out competition so players need to hone their skills during the next two weeks of play.
All out and about: over 1000 people participated in the Tour de Tarwin on Saturday.
Tour raises over $15,000
THE Tour de Tarwin was once again a great success.
The weather unfortunately was not favourable; nevertheless a wonderful attendance of around 1500 participants turned out for the trek from Venus Bay to Tarwin Lower. This included babies, children, mums and dads, dogs and many others all the way up to 90 years of age take on the 5km trail. The tour raised $15,000 for the CFA in Tarwin Lower. On completion at the Long Table Picnic Area Tarwin Lower, there were many attractions for all ages to participate in after the run, ride, walk including jumping castle, footy kicking competition and many more. The Men’s Shed were selling hot dogs and many food vendors catered to all tastes. Overall the day was great and thoroughly enjoyable for locals and tourists alike.
Left Great walk: some chose to walk the 5km trail and took time to chat along the way.
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Sheep dogs show off Right: Far and wide: Malcolm Johnson travelled from the Basin with his dog Patrick to compete on Saturday.
Left: Fun times: Toby Schwabegger and Jacob and Matthew MacPhail play around on the Saturday of the Victorian Sheep Dog Trials.
Tough competition: it was a hard slog, with the best of the best going at it for the state title over the weekend.
Gate men: Stewart Gernio from Stratford and Eric Peters from Mirboo North were manning the gate.
Fun and games at Waratah THERE was plenty of fun and excitement at the annual Charlie Brown’s Picnic Day at Waratah Bay on Easter Saturday. The event is named after Charlie Brown, who lived a hermit-like existence in the town after the first World War. A memorial stone dedicated to the man stands at the front of the Waratah Bay playground. Now, every year since 2008, an annual ‘Back To’ picnic and games day is run in his memory; always on Easter Saturday.
The town ‘Waratites’are pitted against the caravan park’s ‘Parkers’ in events like egg and spoon races, sack races, sprints, hula hoop races, threelegged races and a tug-of-war. tug of war This year the ‘Parkers’ won for the second year running; the kids and many adults had a wonderful time thanks to the many volunteers including Lindsay Williams, Joan Newman, Barry McGannon, Ken and Kath Vagg and many others. The Fish Creek Scouts’ barbecue and Jimmy Harry’s seafood stall kept everyone well fed.
Photo finish: leading the way with their egg and spoon are Georgie Huntington, left, and Elise Punchard, right.
Above: Top three: first three over the line in their age group were, from left, Jess Stewart, third, Elise Punchard, second, and Georgie Huntington, first.
Sunny Saturday: enjoying fine conditions on Easter Saturday for the annual Charlie Brown’s Picnic Day are, back, Madi McKenzie and Lily Wise, and front, Ash Hamlett, Lucas Buckland and Jason Williams.
I won: proudly displaying her blue ribbon was Brooklyn Hutton, 8, who holidays at Sandy Point.
Left: Placegetters: in the junior age egg and spoon race were, left, Claire Foster, second, and Kayley Williams, first.
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’Gatha Little Aths cap off season AUSTRALIAN Olympic middledistance runner and former Leongatha Little Athletics Club member Kaila McKnight was among a large crowd who gathered at St Laurence’s Primary School hall recently for the club’s presentation night.
Top marks: Leongatha Little Athletics Club’s age champions for 2011/12.
High achievers: Leongatha Little Athletics Club’s personal best champions for 2011/12.
While a special presentation was made to McKnight to wish her well in the 1500m at the forthcoming London Olympic Games, the club also celebrated the achievements of young athletes – of all abilities – from around the district who participated in the 2011/12 season. Age Champion and Personal Best Champion trophies for each age group were awarded, along with certificates for personal best performances over the season, and for representing the club in regional and state relay and track and field championships. Life memberships were awarded to David and Lyndall Green, both of whom have made an enormous contribution to the club over some 14 years in a vast range of capacities and have been instrumental in seeing Leongatha Little Aths grow from a handful of competitors to around 160 this season. As well as driving development at club level, David and Lyndall have played significant roles in boosting the status of junior athletics at a regional, state and national level.
A special presentation was also made to Under 16 athletes Mitchell Green, Olivia Cope and Eleanor Patterson after completing their final season of competition after 10, nine and eight years respectively. All three have become outstanding role models for the club. Gippsland Country Region chairperson Sarah Lilley presented Alicia Marshman with the annual Gippsland Region Loy Yang Encouragement Award for her terrific sportsmanship in helping a fellow competitor who had fallen in her event at the regional championships. Helen Patterson was also named the club’s Volunteer of the Year in recognition of her great contribution in a variety of formal and informal roles, including registrar and team manager. Age Champions for 2011/12 are: U6 Boys: Charlie Swan; U6 Girls Paige Barry; U7B Dylan Shone; U7G Nevada Crimp; U8B Luke Marshman; U8G Lily Caithness; U9B Ryan Gilliam; U9G Merrin Giles; U10B Alfred Herbert; U10G Cobie Standfield; U11B Shannon Kennedy; U11G Ruby Martin; U12B Brett Thorson; U12G Ebony Burns; U13B Max Hendrikse; U13G Lily Akers; U14B Wes Graeme; U14G Gemma Martin; U16G Olivia Cope. Personal Best Champions for 2011/12 are: U6 Boys Bodhi Abernethy; U6 Girls Taylah Kenzie and Erika Allen; U7B Tyler Richards and Eddie Colwill; U7G Chloe Caithness; U8B Joshua Wight; U8G Alex Ritchie; U9B Ethan Tudor and Cambell
Life members: David and Lyndall Green were awarded a life membership of the club.
Riseley; U9G Chelsea Allen; U10B Angus Ritchie; U10G Maddie Birrell; U11B Arie Hendrikse and Paul Bevis; U11G Jemma Caithness and Hayley Wight; U12B Connor White; U12G Tara Swan and Nicola Allen; U13B Clay Alexander; U13G Nikki Stockdale; U14B Sam Forrester and Julian Patterson; U14G Georgia Riseley and Felicity Warren. Special mention was also made of athletes who competed in the Victorian Track and Field Championships at Bendigo on March 24-25, representing the club with distinction and turning in fine performances against the state’s top young athletes. They included Ebony Burns, Shannon Kennedy, Gemma Martin, Ruby Martin, Joel Norton, Julian Patterson, Cobie Standfield, Nikki Stockdale and Connor White. Sara Riseley also travelled to Bendigo but was unable to compete due to illness. The club also used the presentation night to thank their valued sponsors and the involvement of all parents and supporters in helping and encouraging the young athletes on Saturday competition meetings. The club would love to hear from anyone interested in becoming a general committee member or with helping out in other ways. For more information, please contact secretary Sue Ritchie on 0413 000 877 or leongathalac@gmail.com. Cross country championships will be held during the winter. Details will be posted on the club’s website in the coming weeks.
Inspiration: Former Leongatha Little Aths competitor Kaila McKnight inspires others to follow in her (fast) footsteps.
South Coast Athletics presentations THE South Coast Athletics Presentation night was held on April 1 at the Kilcunda Hall.
The day was a celebration of yet another great season for the South Coasters. The meteoric rise of this small Country Club since its inception in 2007 is amazing. During the season a record number of 17 Victorian titles were won by South Coast athletes, compared to previous years of two in 2007/8, seven in 2008/9 and 10 in 2009/10 and 2010/11. Each athlete has their name etched onto a shield to honour their achievement. Likewise the club also honours an athlete’s achievement in winning an
Australian Championship event. Victorian Champions were: Steve Quirk Masters Men 50-54 15km Road Race, 10km Road Race, 1500m and 5000m; Lachie Connell Mens U/18 10km Road Race and 5km Road Race; Lucas Taylor Mens U/20 10km Road Race Walk and U/17 5km Race Walk; Stephanie George Womens U/16 5km Road Race Walk and U/17 5km Race Walk; Eleanor Patterson Womens U/17 High Jump; Patrick Ryan Mens U/18 Hammer Throw; Mitchell Green Mens U/17 Hammer Throw; Jasmine Irshad Womens U/16 3km Race Walk; Sam Quirk Mens U/20 5000m; Ben Green Mens U/15 Pole Vault; and Cassie Raselli Womens U/20 5km Race Walk. Australian Champions were: Elea-
nor Patterson Womens U17 and U/20 High Jump; Benjamin Green Mens U/15 Pole Vault; and Jasmine Irshad Womens U/16 3000m Race Walk. Certificates were presented to the following South Coast members in celebration of their five year memberships: Lyndall Green, David Green, Alana Green, Michael Green, Mitchell Green, Ben Green, Wendy Caple, Chelsea Caple, Tim Crosbie, Elke Raselli, Cassie Raselli, Stephanie George, Geoff Russell, Sarah Lewis, Steve Plumb, Sadie Plumb, Sandra Plumb, Patrick Ryan, Megan Ryan, John Ryan and Brenton Taber. Club Champions for the track season were: U/14 Girls – Kyla Green; U/14 Men – Julian Patterson; U/16
Women – Sandra Plumb; U/16 Men – Mitchell Green; U/18 Men – Michael Green; Open Men – Mark Coulter; Open Women – Helen Emery; and Masters Men – Steve Plumb. Mark Coulter (Open Men) and Sharna Warry (U/16 Women) won the Gippsland Pentathlon Championship held in early March at the Joe Carmody Track Newborough. The cross country and road racing season starts in a couple of weeks and we are looking for any athletes of any age or ability who would be interested in competing in the winter graded competition. Please contact Steve 5672 4299 or Lyndall 5662 3637 for more details.
Five year members: (from left) Sarah Lewis, Alana Green, Sadie Plumb, Tim Crosbie, Sandra Plumb, Ben Green, David Green, Michael Green, Lyndall Green, Mitch Green and Steve Plumb.
Australian champions: Eleanor Patterson and Ben Green.
Victorian champions: (from left) Eleanor Patterson, Ben Green, Mitch Green, Steve Quirk and Ben Quirk.
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Great day at the races MORE great photos captured by The Star from the Stony Creek Easter Family Picnic Races on Sunday.
Past the post: Terms of Trade rockets past the post in the second race at Stony Creek on Sunday.
Winner: Anthony Darmanin rides Terms of Trade into the yard after his win in the second at Stony Creek’s Easter races. Face paint: Chris Spano from Camp Australia was doing free face painting at the Stony Creek Easter Picnic Races, and Sophie Morey was taking up the offer.
Dressed to impress: Emily Allott of Welshpool, Rob Crook of Pakenham and Lucy Coghlan-Palmer of Foster were enjoying the Stony Creek Races on Sunday.
Good times: Graeme and Susan Kent loved their Easter out at the Stony Creek races.
Running for a cause HAVING been blessed with two healthy children, Tiffany Jones wanted to do something to help parents who weren’t so lucky, and making a contribution to the Royal Children’s Hospital seemed like the ideal cause. Along with her workmates at Holcim Quarries, Ross Newton and Jessica Marks, Tiffany signed up for the Run for the Kids and started training. “My little brother spent time in the Royal Children’s Hospital as a baby, so that’s another reason I wanted to do something to help,” Tiffany said. Ross, who has three children of his own, seconded Tiffany’s desire to help parents with sick children. “It’s a really good cause that everyone can relate to in some way,” he said. In the weeks leading up to the event, the trio set personal goals, and started training for the event; Tiffany aimed to finish the 5km race in under half an hour whilst pushing her two children in their
pram, while Ross took to increasing his distance every day until he could easily complete the whole distance. On April 1, they all took part in the event along with two workers from the Pakenham quarry, where they had also been using shaker tins to collect donations, and finished with wonderful results. Tiffany crossed the line in only 28 minutes, Ross in half an hour and Jessica, who was happier to take it at a slower pace, finished within the 50 minute limit. With fundraising continuing until the end of April, the group hopes to raise $5000 for the children’s hospital and donations can be made by visiting http:// fundraise.goodfridayappeal.com.au/holcim. With more family, friends and workmates keen to join the team next year, they hope to complete the 14.3km event in 2013. The Star congratulates Tiffany, Ross, Jessica and any others who took part in Run for the Kids.
A great cause: Ross Newton, Jessica Marks and Tiffany Jones took part in the Run for the Kids event recently to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. Having raised almost $1500 already, the team hopes to hit the $5000 target by the end of April.
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Bass hills ride a beauty THE 2012 Bass Hills Breathtaker proved a great success, with brilliant sunny weather for riders to complete the breathtaking ride through the Bass hills recently. Riders enjoyed the quiet country roads, spectacular views, home cooking and the hospitable marshals. Competitors were happy with the ride, while families enjoyed the market festivities at Archies on the Creek. The 107km circuit, whilst challenging, was well signposted and had ample rewards in the form of fantastic scenery, very quiet roads and great camaraderie.
Impressive display: the Stars Down Under in action at Inverloch on the weekend.
Ski stars on show On Good Friday and Easter Saturday the Lions Club of Inverloch and District assisted with the running of Inverloch on the Flip a water ski spectacular which was held in Anderson Inlet adjacent to
the Inverloch foreshore. The Stars Down Under ski show was held between 3pm and 4pm and attracted hundreds of holiday makers and locals to watch the event. During the afternoon the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club collected a gold coin donation to assist
Tigers ready for rivals By Rover Mirboo North opens its 2012 Mid Gippsland football and netball seasons when it travels to Willow Grove to play Hill End this Saturday. In the seniors footy, the mighty Tigers have prepared well, with a six-quarter practice match against Meeniyan Dumbalk, plus an intra club hit-out. Also on the agenda was a recent boot camp at Wilsons Promontory to increase fitness levels and discuss game plan strategies and options. Mirboo North will be attempting to make the finals for the tenth consecutive season, a period which has produced back-to-back premierships in 2006 and 2007. Hill End is desperate to atone for the two drubbings handed out by Mirboo North last year, where on both occasions, the Hillmen failed to register a goal. Troy Hamilton has replaced Matt Holland as senior coach, with the classy Holland continuing as a player. Brothers, Alister and Stuart Keel and Jacob Nash return home to bolster the Tigers, after stints at other clubs. The Tigers will also be expecting gun combatants Simon Busuttil, Tim Traill, Kris Berchtold, Don Webb, Drew Gardener, Anthony Bence and Holland to provide plenty of leadership and drive on the field.
Using the wind: kite and wind surfers made the most of the wind in Anderson Inlet in Inverloch on the weekend as kites and boarders were scattered all over the water.
them with their lifesaving duties at the surf beach in Inverloch. The Inverloch Lions acted as safety personnel by keeping swimmers and spectators out of the water during the display. Lions donated their time towards the community run event, which included some of Victoria’s best water ski teams.
Great views: riders got to view all the beauty of the Bass Coast while taking on the Bass Hills Breathtaker.
Local derby under lights THE Gippsland Football League is set to go off with a bang with the local derby between Leongatha and Wonthaggi under lights. The Parrots will host the Power at the Leongatha Football Ground in what is set to be a great match. This will be the debut game for Parrots coach and ex-Richmond Tiger Will Thursfield along with several other new recruits while Wonthaggi have a bunch of new blood raring to get the season started. The Gippsland league is to remain very tight, as in the past with it coming down to a game meaning that missing or making finals. Leongatha made it into the finals last season but bowed out early, while Wonthaggi were on positions short on the ladder. Both teams are looking to make a mark early this season and show what they have to offer. If you want to see some high class football and support some home town heroes, the Saturday night match is perfect. Get in early to secure a spot to park on the fence or just soak up the action in the grandstand. Come down and sup-
port your local teams as they go head to head in
what will truly be a ripper start to season 2012.
Up and away: Parrots big man Chris Verboon gets up for a mark during last year’s clash under lights with Wonthaggi Power.
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Local derby a draw A HUGE finals type crowd turned out on Easter Saturday to see old rivals Foster take on Fish Creek at the Foster showground. SENIORS LADDER W L D
%
Pts
Inv-K’wak..... 2 0 0 225.66 8 Kil-Bass ...... 2 0 0 177.78 8 Fish Creek.... 1 0 1 101.32 6 MDU........... 1 0 0 283.87 4 Dalyston ...... 1 0 0 264.91 4 Yarram ........ 1 1 0 111.30 4 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 0 101.84 4 Foster ............. 0 1 1 72.16 2 Tarwin ............ 0 1 0 96.97 0 Phillip Island .. 0 1 0 63.37 0 DWWWW ....... 0 2 0 47.99 0 Stony Creek.... 0 1 0 35.23 0 Toora .............. 0 1 0 29.94 0 GOALKICKERS D. Klipatrick (Inv-Kongwak) (4) 12 S. Sperling (Fish Creek) .... (7) 10 S. Pimm (Dalyston).............. (0) 8 L. Oswald (Inv-Kongwak) ..... (1) 7 D. Fevaleaki (Kil-Bass) ......... (3) 7 L. James (Kil-Bass) .............. (5) 6 J. Wells (Kil-Bass)................ (3) 5 C. Maskell (Kor-Bena) .......... (3) 5 C. Sutherland(Yarram) ......... (0) 5 D. Waser (Foster) ................. (2) 5
Shoots and scores: Tegan Stahl puts up a shot for Inverloch-Kongwak on Saturday.
RESERVES LADDER WL D
%
Pts
Kor-Bena ..... 2 0 0 558.14 8 Dalyston ...... 1 0 0 784.62 4 Tarwin ........ 1 0 0 629.41 4 Phillip Island 1 0 0 180.49 4 Kil-Bass ...... 1 1 0 179.49 4 MDU........... 1 0 0 168.18 4 Inv-K’wak ....... 1 1 0 148.54 4 DWWWW ....... 1 1 0 55.00 4 Foster ............. 1 1 0 50.00 4 Stony Creek.... 0 1 0 59.46 0 Fish Creek ...... 0 2 0 47.83 0 Yarram ........... 0 2 0 27.54 0 Toora... ........... 0 1 0 4.65 0 GOALKICKERS J. Goewie (Kil-Bass) ............. (0) 7 M. Holm (Tarwin) .................. (0) 7 D. Smith (Foster) .................. (4) 6 R. Birnie (Dalyston).............. (0) 5 I. Osman (Kor-Bena) ............ (0) 5 F. DeRubeis(Kil-Bass)........... (0) 5 J. Evans (Kil-Bass) ............... (5) 5 T. Wightman (MDU) ............. (0) 4 L. Wilson (Kor-Bena) ........... (4) 4 L. Wilkinson(Dalyston)......... (0) 4 R. Provan (Kor-Bena) ........... (0) 4 B. Wallace(Kil-Bass)............. (0) 4
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%
Kor-Bena ...... 2 0 0 896.67 Fish Creek..... 2 0 0 660.00 Dalyston ....... 1 0 0 631.58 MDU............ 1 0 0 280.65 Phillip Is....... 1 0 0 210.20 Kil-Bass ....... 1 1 0 151.18 Toora ............... 1 0 0 104.26 Yarram ............ 1 1 0 43.03 DWWWW ........ 0 2 0 40.35 Stony Creek..... 0 1 0 35.63 Inv-K’wak ........ 0 2 0 28.08 Foster .............. 2 0 0 20.41 Tarwin ............. 0 1 0 9.66 GOALKICKERS J. Hopkins (Kor-Bena) .......... (1) J. Buckland (Fish Creek) ...... (0) B. Dorling (Kor-Bena)........... (5) J. Breen (Kor-Bena) ............. (6) T. Wyatt (Kor-Bena).............. (2) Z. Redpath (Fish Creek) ....... (3) T. Smith (Fish Creek)............ (1) S. Jerger (Kil-Bass) .............. (1) B. Doran (Toora) .................. (0) T. McGannon (Fish Creek) .... (1) A. Dowie (Inv-K’wak) ........... (1) K. Salama (Kil-Bass) ............ (0) K. Arestia (Kor-Bena) ........... (4) J. Dakin (Kil-Bass) .............. (3) S. Worthy (Inv-K’wak)......... (0)
Pts
8 8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 9 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
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Fish Creek.... 2 0 0 703.23 8 Dalyston ...... 1 0 0 807.14 4 Phillip Is...... 1 0 0 625.00 4 MDU........... 1 0 0 300.00 4 Inv-K’wak..... 1 1 0 148.15 4 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 0 135.63 4 DWWWW ....... 1 1 0 70.99 4 Yarram ........... 1 1 0 68.25 4 Kil-Bass.......... 1 1 0 54.86 4 Stony-Creek ... 0 1 0 33.33 0 Tarwin ............ 0 1 0 26.19 0 Foster ............. 0 2 0 14.51 0 Toora .............. 0 1 0 9.90 0 GOALKICKERS B. Rogers (Fish Creek) ......... (3) 6 O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) ...... (2) 5 A. Edwards (Phillip Island) .. (5) 5 Z. Richards (Yarram)............ (1) 5 S. Anderson (Kor-Bena) ....... (2) 4 G. Staley (Fish Creek)........... (4) 4 J. Vening (DWWW) .............. (2) 4 J. Babare (Phillip Island) ...... (4) 4 E. Park (Fish Creek) ............. (4) 4 J. Magro (Dalyston) ............. (0) 4 C. McCaughan(Inv-K’wak) ... (1) 4
Great game: it was great conditions for netball on Saturday and despite the efforts from the Sea-Eagles Korumburra-Bena walked away with the win.
Alberton netball Results - Round 2 April 9 A Grade: Phillip Island 37 drew Inv-Kongwak 37, Toora 43 d DWWWW 27, Foster 87 d Fish Creek 26, Korumburra-Bena 55 d Yarram 27, Stony Creek, MDU, Dalyston - bye. B Grade: Phillip Island 35 d Inv-Kongwak 29, DWWWW 65 d Toora 27, Stony Creek 55 d KilUNDER 13 LADDER W L D
L’gatha Jnr ...14 1 Kor-Bena .....12 3 Inv-K’wak.....12 3 Dalyston ....... 6 9 Corner Inlet ... 5 9 PI ..............4 10 Won ..............4 10 Kol-Bass ........1 13
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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405.50 56 308.50 48 249.04 48 57.74 24 61.11 20 57.14 16 30.83 16 24.77 4
GOALKICKERS L. Wilkinson (Dalyston) . (4) R. Quaife (Kor-Bena) .... (5) B. Redpath (Fish Crk) ... (0) J. Wallis (Kor-Bena) ...... (0) J. Jackson (Inv-K’wak) .. (4) K. Taylor (Phillip Island) (3) D. Smith (Foster) ........... (5) D. Jenkins (Fish Crk) .... (3) S. McRae (Tarwin) ........ (1) J. Law (Fish Creek) ....... (0)
67 55 43 39 38 36 29 25 25 24
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Corner Inlet ..13 Inv-K’wak.....13 Dalyston ......10 Won ........... 8 L’gatha Jnr .... 8 PI ............... 3 Kor-Bena ..........2 Kil-Bass............1
%
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2 0 667.74 2 0 362.31 5 0 244.25 7 0 115.79 6 0 107.98 11 0 24.61 12 0 15.92 13 0 29.54
52 52 40 32 32 12 8 4
GOALKICKERS O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (4) A. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (2) H. Suckling (Kor-Bena) ...... (0) P. Ahokava (Kor-Bena) ....... (2) B. Amato (L’gatha Jnr) ....... (0) L. Riseley (L’gatha Jnr) ...... (0) J. Black (Phillip Island) ...... (0) D. Crook (Kor-Bena)........... (1) K. Patterson (L’gatha Jnr) .. (1) T. Officer (Phillip Island) .... (0)
50 25 23 19 18 18 18 17 17 14
cunda-Bass 11, MDU 55 d Tarwin 20, Foster 63 d Fish Creek 9, Korumburra-Bena 85 d Yarram 7, Dalyston - bye. C Grade: Inv-Kongwak 32 d Phillip Island 20, Toora 22 d DWWWW 20, Stony Creek 34 d Kilcunda-Bass 22, MDU 38 d Tarwin 22, Foster 45 d Fish Creek 18, Korumburra-Bena, Dalyston - bye. 17 & Under: Phillip Island 32 d Inv-Kongwak 23, DWWWW 21 d Toora 17, Stony Creek 29 d Kilcunda-Bass 4, MDU 36 d Tarwin 20, Fish Creek 57 d Foster 5, Yarram 25 d Korumburra-Bena 22, Dalyston - bye. 15 & Under: Phillip Island 31 d Inv-Kongwak 30, DWWWW 30 d Toora 22, Stony Creek 52 d Kilcunda-Bass 6, MDU 34 d Tarwin 22, Fish Creek 27 d Foster 14, KorumburraBena 19 d Yarram 10, Dalyston - bye. 13 & Under: Phillip Island 24 d Inv-Kongwak 6, Toora 25 d DWWWW 5, Kilcunda-Bass 16 d Stony Creek 6, MDU 30 d Tarwin 3, Foster 22 d Fish Creek 20, Yarram 14 d Korumburra-Bena 13, Dalyston - bye.
Ladders A Grade Dalyston ........................435.3 Foster..............................275.9 Korumburra-Bena ........203.7 MDU ............................... 114.0 Phillip Island.................. 172.4 Inverloch-Kongwak ......100.0 Stony Creek.......................87.7 Toora ................................59.4 Fish Creek .........................29.9 Yarram ..............................47.0 DWWWW.........................45.3 B Grade Foster............................1271.0 Korumburra-Bena ......1214.0 Dalyston .........................244.0
8 8 8 8 6 6 4 4 4 0 0 8 8 8
MDU ...............................174.6 Phillip Island.................. 112.7 Inverloch-Kongwak ......176.6 DWWWW.......................148.6 Stony Creek.....................148.5 Fish Creek .........................65.1 Tarwin ..............................42.2 Toora .................................41.3 Kilcunda-Bass ...................21.1 Yarram .................................6.0
8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0
C Grade Inverloch-Kongwak ......307.7 Foster..............................250.0 Dalyston .........................228.6 MDU ...............................143.1 Korumburra-Bena ............0.0 Stony Creek ................... 110.5 Phillip Island .....................92.3 Fish Creek .........................77.8 Toora .................................69.2 DWWWW.........................80.0 Tarwin ...............................69.9 Kilcunda-Bass ...................34.1 17 & Under Fish Creek ......................712.5 Dalyston .........................662.5 Phillip Island..................237.1 Yarram ...........................177.1 MDU ...............................162.5 Inverloch-Kongwak ......202.4 Stony Creek.....................148.5 Korumburra-Bena .............88.0 DWWWW.........................48.5 Toora .................................33.8 Tarwin ...............................33.3 Foster.................................26.5 Kilcunda-Bass ...................15.4 15 & Under Stony Creek ...................383.3 Fish Creek ......................233.3 Korumburra-Bena ........190.0 Phillip Island..................170.7 Inverloch-Kongwak ......194.9 Toora ..............................100.0 MDU .................................83.9 Dalyston ............................77.1 Foster.................................74.5 DWWWW.........................67.2 Yarram ...............................75.0 Tarwin ...............................51.8 Kilcunda-Bass ...................14.3
8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 0
13 & Under MDU ...............................871.4 Phillip Island..................857.1 Yarram ..........................235.0 Dalyston ............................0.0 Fish Creek ......................180.0 Inverloch-Kongwak ......155.6 Korumburra-Bena .............92.9 Foster.................................54.7 Toora ................................49.0 Kilcunda-Bass ...................45.2 Stony Creek.......................21.2 Tarwin ...............................17.2 DWWWW...........................9.8
8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 0
8 8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 8 8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0
The game started with Fish Creek into attack and it wasn’t long before Sam Sperling opened the goal scoring for the match with a nice left foot snap. Fish Creek were well on top in the first quarter and had the better of the clearances through Rouda, Bilney and Hoskin. A good battle early between big men Aabryn for Foster and Fish Creek’s first gamer Woodall with both men having an influence at stages in the quarter. However Fish Creek’s ferocious attack on the ball and four first quarter goals to Sperling saw them go into the first break with a very handy 23 point lead. The second quarter underway and again it was Fish Creek into attack and looking the better of the two sides. The first goal of the quarter went to Fish Creek coach Livingstone after taking a strong mark and kicking truly from about 35m out directly in front. Foster needed to do something and with Northam, Grylls and Zachariassen getting involved for the Tigers they kicked a goal midway through the second and seemed to be able to shift momentum in the Tigers’ favour although they remained behind on the scoreboard. Jake Staley was done for the day when he received a severe corked thigh midway through and a much more even contest ensued when Foster kicked another goal right on half time to reduce the margin to 17 points. We were in for a good second half. The second half was a tight tough contest that began with three goals to Foster, none better than a running goal to Grylls who burst off half forward and around an opponent before kicking truly from about 30m out to put the Tigers in front for the first time for the day. Fish Creek answered with another goal to Sperling followed by a cracker to Cooper who was also playing well. Foster shifted Weston to full forward and he looked dangerous up there and was able to mark on the lead a couple of times, kicking two goals from three shots to again get the Tigers back within a goal before
Gordon was moved onto him, which saw Weston’s focus change from the ball to the man and his influence dissipate. Fish Creek finished with two points that could have easily been goals and instead of going into the final change a couple of goals up the difference, was only one goal in favour of Fish Creek. The last quarter was a ripper. Foster again got away the better with the opening two goals of the quarter, which gave them back the lead not long into the term. Sperling again with that magical left foot drew the Kangaroos even before Callan Van Dyke who was sensational for Foster all day, kicked the goal of the day, running around the boundary near the canteen to again put the Tigers in front. Goal for goal the term went the Tigers, hitting the lead before Fish Creek would draw even. The umpiring in the match left a lot to be desired and a free kick count of 20 to two after half time was not reflective of the tough contest that the crowd had been subjected to. Both sides had chances to get their noses in front in the final minutes and both sides’ defences stood strong and would not allow the ball to cross the opposition’s goal line no matter what. The final seconds were played in Fish Creek’s forward 50 and yet another decision that raised eyebrows from supporters of both clubs before the final siren to end the match and put players on the ground wondering what else they could have done. Best players for Fish Creek were Sperling, Rouda, Ireland, Cooper, Gordon and Pratt and for Foster C.Van Dyke, Aabryn, Grylls, Northham, Zachariassen and Rooney. Goal scorers for Fishy were Sperling with seven, two each to Cal Park and Livingstone and singles to Cooper and Jake Buckland who played his first game of senior football. And for Foster Northam three, two each to Waser, Weston and Van Dyke and singles to Proud, Granger, Grylls and Rooney. Next week Fish Creek take on Kilcunda-Bass at Terrill Park and Foster heads down to Stony Creek to face the Lions.
Foster 13.9.87 Fish Creek 13.9.87
Foster 11.11.77 Fish Creek 10.11.71
Foster Goals: J. Northam 3, J. Weston 2, D. Waser 2, C. VanDyke 2, D. Granger 1, N. Grylls 1, J. Prowd 1, B. Rooney 1 Fish Creek Goals: S. Sperling 7, C. Park 2, M. Livingstone 2, J. Buckland 1, B. Cooper 1 Foster Best: C. VanDyke, M. Aabryn, N. Grylls, J. Northam, S. Zachariassen, B. Rooney Fish Creek Best: S. Sperling, J. Rouda, A. Ireland, B. Cooper, T. Gordon, L. Pratt
Leading Goalkicker: D. Smith (Fos) 4 Foster Best: D. Williams, J. Williams, L. Roberts, S. Lyon, W. Davy, R. Johnston Fish Creek Best: K. Staff, M. Van Boven, R. Nicoll, P. Mueller, T. Smith, R. Bohn
RESERVES
THIRDS Fish Creek 7.11.53 Foster 2.4.16 Leading Goalkicker: Z. Redpath (FC) 3
Fish Creek Best: Z. Price, T. Hamilton, D. Britton, H. Buckland, D. Gordon, Z. Redpath Foster Best: S. Allott, J. Lowe, M. Green, G. Rerden
FOURTHS Fish Creek 20.14.134 Foster 1.3.9 Leading Goalkickers: G. Staley 4, E. Park 4 (FC) Fish Creek :G. Staley, R. McGannon, B. Harfield/Park, B. Rogers, K. Jacobson, J. Bowron Foster Best: T. Hamilton, E. Smith, X. Duursma, L. Hateley, M. Jones, K. Bohn
Tight match: the Inverloch-Kongwak defence put pressure on KorumburraBena’s Kim Hilberg during their A Grade game on Saturday.
“THE STAR”, Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - PAGE 59
Lost it: Ilan Osman from Korumburra-Bena keeps his feet but loses the ball while being tackled by his Sea Eagles opponent Adam Cross.
Panthers win western rivalry ANOTHER great Easter weekend, with the rain holding off and the wind dropping at the end of the day.
Sea Eagles survive Bulldogs THE senior game was played on a perfect surface in fine but breezy conditions with a three to four goal wind advantage favouring the township end.
Inverloch-Kongwak won the toss and kicked with the wind. With the home side playing to coach Paul Morwood’s instructions of fast play on football, they won the game in style. The Sea Eagles got off to a great start with a goal in the first minute when Dylan Clarke and Tim Thornby exchanged handballs along the northern wing with Clarke kicking deep into the full-forward area allowing Luke Reddie to snap a good goal. Play produced only behinds for the next 10 minutes before IK worked the ball the length of the field finding resting ruckman Clinton McCaughan who snapped their second. Desperate defensive work by Thornby saved what looked like a certain goal to the Bulldogs. The visitors finally opened their goal tally when speedy Paul Pattison weaved his way through a big pack to bring up a six pointer. Dylan Clark was dominating his wing position and most of IK’s forward moves went through him. At the 20 minute mark Daniel Houston stole the ball from his opponent on the 50 metre line, fired a slick handball to Adam Cross who turned onto his un-preferred left foot to coolly split the middle for a much needed goal. Half-back for IK Josh Clottu met and gathered the ball at full speed, broke a strong tackle and passed to full-forward Daniel Kilpatrick who was pushed in the back and booted IK’s fourth not long before the siren. Inverloch-Kongwak sat in front by 24 at the first break. As Korumburra-Bena took over the kicking with the stiff breeze it was time for them to attack, although inaccurate kicking produced only three behinds. At the three minute mark Nick Besley
for the Bulldogs took a strong mark on the wing and was awarded a 50 metre penalty when his opponent ran over his mark, giving him an easy goal. Seven minutes later a defensive error allowed Cade Maskell to bundle the ball through off the ground for the visitors’ third. The IK defenders were able to absorb the pressure for the next five minutes and kept Korumburra-Bena at bay. When IK finally moved the ball forward it began from a Mark Billows kick out finding Clarke, who moved the ball on quickly and after a series of handballs ended with Cross kicking deep into to the pocket where Lance Oswald gathered cleanly and snapped over his shoulder for another major to the Sea Eagles. IK kicked the next two goals into the stiff breeze by virtue of Killa, who ended with four for the day. The Bulldogs staggered right up to the end of the term when Hillberg took a mark 50 out and kicked a beauty after the siren. The locals went into the half time break with a very good lead of four goals. In the third IK got off to a great start when Cross from a goal square scramble snapped a clever goal. Two minutes later small half forward Adam Sadler took a very courageous mark 50 out; it never looked like missing. A tug of war between two desperate teams was broken after 20 minutes when Reddie took a great mark, flying over the pack and finally kicked straight after spraying them all over place. The visitors replied a minute later where a turnover on the IK forward line ended up in the hands of rival Osman, who didn’t miss. The same man made it two in as many minutes when he took a strong mark 30 out. Kilpatrick after a contested mark booted his fourth minutes before the siren for the final break. The IK backline led by Thornby held the Bulldogs forwards under a tight rein for the first 12 minutes of the final term before the shackles were broken when Osman kicked his second.
IK interchange Will Rankin copped a wack across his neck two minutes later and then was awarded an extra 50 metres to put him on the goal line. A contested mark by two IK back men took them both out, the action allowing Pattison to slot through an easy goal. It was 20 minutes gone when Osman kicked the final goal for the game with a long bomb from outside 50. IK ran out quite convincing winners at the end. A winning centre line of Tom Wyatt, Tom Cannon and Inverloch’s best Dylan Clarke backed up by a very good defence was the difference between the two teams.
Inverloch-Kongwak 12.16.88 Korumburra-Bena 9.9.63 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: D. Kilpatrick 4, A. Cross 2, L. Reddie 2, C. McCaughan 1, L. Oswald 1, W. Rankin 1, A. Sadler 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: I. Osman 3, C. Maskell 3, P. Pattison 1, N. Besley 1, A. Hillberg 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Best: D. Clark, L. Reddie, T. Wyatt, C. McCaughan, T. Thornby, D. Lawton Korumburra-Bena Best: W. Jeffs, A. Zuidema, N. Besley, S. Bray, R. Staples, B. Fitzgerald
RESERVES Korumburra-Bena 13.13.97 Inverloch-Kongwak 3.6.24 Leading Goalkicker: L. Wilson (K-B) 4 Korumburra-Bena Best: A. Snooks, A. Alger, L. Wilson, D. Robbins, J. Paterson Inverloch-Kongwak Best: C. Spencer, T. Whelan, S. Buxton, B. Dummett, A. Powell, N. Maher
THIRDS Korumburra-Bena 23.16.154 Inverloch-Kongwak 1.4.10 Leading Goalkicker: J. Breen (K-B) 6 Korumburra-Bena Best: B. Dorling, J. Kilpatrick, Z. Walker, D. Hateley, K. Arestia, J. Breen Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Dowie, E. Wilson, D. Crestani, M. MacKay, J. Dalmau
FOURTHS Korumburra-Bena 10.11.71 Inverloch-Kongwak 3.1.19 Leading Goalkickers: S. Anderson (K-B) 2, M. Snooks (K-B) 2, O. Toussaint (I/K) 2 Korumburra-Bena Best: K. Cosson, N. Somerville, C. Trewin, J. Rigby, J. Arestia, P. Ahokava Inverloch-Kongwak Best: N. Anderson, N. Brayley, W. Piasente, L. Michael, J. Teakle, C. McCaughan
FOOTY DRAWS
THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 3 - April 14 DWWWW v Phillip Island Tarwin v Toora Stony Creek v Foster Fish Creek v Kilcunda-Bass Korumburra-Bena v MDU Dalyston v Inverloch-Kongwak Yarram - bye
MID GIPPSLAND Round 1 - April 14 Boolarra v Trafalgar Yarragon v Yallourn-Yall Nth Hill End v Mirboo North Morwell East v Yinnar Thorpdale v Newborough
It was a perfect day for football, with a huge Easter crowd watching the two rival clubs go at it in an entertaining match. The first saw the Panthers kicking with the breeze, with new recruit Dave Fevaleaki in everything and posting the first score for Bass. He was helped by the hard work of Luke James and Ryan Fitzgerald using
their skills and talent to keep the score ticking over. Both sides found the wind very tricky and posted a lot of behinds in the first quarter. But Kilcunda-Bass had a comfortable three goal lead. The second saw a real battle between the two clubs, the Island holding Bass and gaining slightly. It was still anyone’s game after half time and the Bass boys came out and controlled the game with Fev and Kele Asa Leausa using their strength to get the ball down quickly to the classy Jason Wells and Luke James to take a handy lead into the
last. The final quarter saw the wind drop right off and some good footy played with Danny Wells, Tim Smith and Damian Holmes from Bass who were doing plenty to hold off the Island’s fight back with an even last quarter. The Panthers got up to win the Eric Marks Cup and post another good win and start to the 2012 season. The game can be seen on Channel 31’s Local Footy Show on Friday night at 7pm. Next week the Bulldogs travel down to Devon to face the Allies while the Panthers travel to Fish Creek.
ans, S. Crawford, L. Smith, B. Petrie
Kilcunda Bass 14.17.101 Phillip Island 8.16.64 Kilcunda Bass Goals: L. James 5, J. Wells 3, D. Fevaleaki 3, R. Fitzgerald 2, J. Goewie 1 Phillip Island Goals: S. Riordan 2, A. O’Gorman 1, T. Daff 1, D. Hinkley 1, A. Stock 1, B. Lawrence 1, C. Terlich 1 Kilcunda Bass Best: R. Fitzgerald, D. Fevaleaki, K. Asa Leausa, B. Interlandi, L. James, J. Jensen Phillip Island Best: M. Jackson, J. Youle, L. Cleeland, S. Riordan, T. Renouf, J. Rocotas
RESERVES Phillip Island 10.14.74 Kilcunda Bass 6.5.41 Leading Goalkicker: J. Evans (KB) 5 Phillip Island Best: B. Richardson, C. AndersenBlundy, T. Cleeland, B. Van Brummelen, D. Johnston, M. Lewry Kilcunda Bass Best: B. Anthony, K. Ricketts, J. Ev-
THIRDS Phillip Island 16.7.103 Kilcunda Bass 7.7.49 Leading Goalkicker: J. Dakin (KB) 3 Phillip Island Best: G. Powles, D. Hunter, E. Richards, M. Francis, M. Jones, J. Black Kilcunda Bass Best: D. Crawford, N. Arney, P. Babington, D. Wake, J. Turner, D. Clay
FOURTHS Phillip Island 19.11.125 Kilcunda Bass 3.2.20 Leading Goalkicker: A. Edwards (PI) 5 Phillip Island Best: A. Edwards, J. Taylor, J. Sanna, D. Ryan, J. Black Kilcunda Bass Best: M. Homer, S. Casey, J. Honeysett, K. Condick, S. Watson
Injured Yarram takes win AN injury plagued Yarram limped over the line by 48 points against Allies in the local derby on Easter Sunday. A serious knee injury to ruckman Lukas Jenkins in the opening minutes put a dampener on the Demons’ celebrations. Going into the game without their big forward Justin Staley and coach Anthony Pavey, the Demons’ bench struggled to cover their injuries over the course of the match. “Jenkins had started the game very well, winning the ruck duals and taking some big marks around the ground, it was a big blow to us when he went down,” Pavey said.
Ruck rover, Chris Bruns was thrown into the ruck for the injured Jenkins. “Bruns was in everything and setting up play for our forwards,” he said. “Josh Swift finished the game with 8 goals 4 points which was very pleasing.” Pavey praised the Allies for the way in which they played the game out. “Allies played hard all game, they really surprised me in the way they ran out the game, in my opinion they finished off better than we did,” he said. The first quarter saw Yarram with a two goal advantage going into the break. Yarram kicked away in the second to take the margin out to 19 points at the main break. It was anyone’s game at this stage. Allies coach Shane
Yarram 18.14.122 DWWWW 11.8.74)
DWWWW 9.10.64 Yarram 6.2.38
Yarram Goals: J. Swift 8, C. Sutherland 3, B. Lynch 2, C. Bruns 1, D. Clavarino 1, T. Davis 1, N. Lynch 1, C. Pettitt 1 DWWWW Goals: C. Van-nes 3, S. Kilgower 2, B. Hidgcock 2, T. Sparkes 1, S. Buckley 1, N. Graeske 1, D. Vardy 1 Yarram Best: C. Bruns, J. Swift, J. Anderson, J. Swift, D. Clavarino, M. Clavarino DWWWW Best: B. Hidgcock, M. Poland, S. Buckley, M. Hidgcock, S. Kilgower, G. Riley
Leading Goalkicker: J. Northey (Yar) 3 DWWWW Best: A. Garland, C. Faulkner, B. Tillack, D. McKean, J. Poland Yarram Best: J. Northey, M. Leggett, R. Coulthard, S. Lamb, M. McKenzie, L. Borne
RESERVES
THIRDS DWWWW 7.8.50 Yarram 7.9.51 Leading Goalkickers: B. O’Loughlin 2, B. Vardy 2 (DWWWW), R. Baxter 2, J. Barlow 2 (Yar) DWWWW Best: J. Pintus, S. Ven-
Buckley and Hidgcock inspired their young team while Bruns, the Swift and Clavarino brothers in everything for Yarram. It was a determined Yarram who hit the track in the third as they piled on seven goals to two to take the sting out of the Allies line up, or so they thought. Allies regrouped in the final quarter but the margin was too great and the Demons were able to hold on to record their first win of the season. Allies coach Shane Buckley, while hoping for a win would have been pleased with the intensity of his young team. The Allies host Phillip Island this week in what should be an interesting contest while Yarram welcome the bye.
ing, B. O’Loughlin, B. Coffey, B. Vardy, T. McDonald Yarram Best: L. Le Blanc, J. Woodland, A. Holt, L. Rodaughan, J. Le Blanc, D. Hay
FOURTHS DWWWW 12.7.79 Yarram 3.0.18 Leading Goalkicker: K. Dunkley (DWWWW) 3 DWWWW Best: K. Dunkley, J. Dunkley, J. Saliakos, L. Nuttall, S. Hunter, K. Hanning Yarram Best: W. McDonald, M. Zygarlicki, B. Tatnell, J. Davis, N. Hammond, J. Garland
GIPPSLAND Round 1 - April 14 Moe v Drouin Bairnsdale v Sale (Sunday) Leongatha v Wonthaggi (N) Warragul v Traralgon Maffra v Morwell
ELLINBANK
Loose ball: Bulldog Cade Maskell heads toward a stray ball before sneaking through a goal.
Round 2 - April 14 Bunyip v Warragul Ind Catani v Buln Buln Cora Lynn v Neerim South Ellinbank v Longwarry Koo Wee Rup v Lang Lang Nar Nar Goon v Garfield Poowong v Nyora Nilma-Darnum - bye
Hard workers: it was a tough match between Yarram and the Allies in the eastern end showdown on Easter Sunday.
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Stony Easter bonus DESPITE a windy Sunday, around 900 people made the trip to Stony Creek Race Course for the Easter Family Picnic Races. The wind meant a lack of outra-
geous Easter hats and picnic blankets used as wind breakers and not so much for sitting on, but thankfully the rain stayed away. More than 120 children enjoyed the children’s entertainment provided by Camp Australia.
A six race program provided some excellent punting opportunities and some very exciting racing. A frequent visitor to Stony Creek, jockey Ibrahim Gundogdu had a very good day, riding two winners, two seconds and a third. Unfortunately he
didn’t have a ride in the other race. Trainers will undoubtedly take note of his skilful performance on the Stony Creek track. This is only the second year of the Easter meeting and it is gradually building a following as part of the mosaic of
events in South Gippsland where both local and visitor have a stunning range from which to select and enjoy. The Club is confident that it will continue to enjoy support for this meeting. • More photos page 56.
Eager spectators: Jake Watson, Andrew McDonald, Will Avery and Hamish McGowan were trackside for the second race at the Stony Creek Easter Picnic Races on Sunday.
Down the track: there was some great racing and great results at Stony Creek on Sunday.
Local talent: Nigel Burgman from Welshpool was competing with his dog Gertrude Slade at the Victorian Sheep Dog Trials.
Sheep dogs show off IT was a great Easter weekend at the Beloka Kelpie Stud in Welshpool. There were serious dog handlers from Victoria and New South Wales with their best dogs competing in the Victoria Utility Championship, and also a lot of City Slickers. The dogs were herding sheep and ducks in the City Slicker Trial, Encourage Trial, Open Ducks, Novice and Open Sheep Trials and during the lunch break there was heaps of fun in the Dog Race and High Jump. There was instinct testing for dogs which had never seen sheep before, and puppies on sheep. The kids had a great time as well. They could compete in the City Slicker Junior and searched for Easter eggs in the Egg Hunt. Local Kerren Collins from Toora won the Open Duck trial with her dog Sierra. After two days of intensive trialling the 12 best utility dogs were competing in a thrilling but wet and windy final. Kevin Howell from NSW took out the championship with his dog Abba II. Joe Spicer from Hamilton came second with Brue. More photos on page 54.