The Great Southern Star - April 21, 2015

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Albert the brave

Korumburra link to war hero

By Sarah Vella ALBERT Jacka has been described as Australia’s greatest frontline soldier.

He was the first Australian to win the Victoria Cross in World War One and the great, great uncle of Korumburra woman Simone Short – a fact she is fiercely proud of.

“It is really nice to tell people about him, as not as many people have heard of him. He is well known for being a brave soldier who killed the enemy to protect his own men, which is not something widely promoted – not like Simpson and his donkey for example,” she said.

“I would love to see a statue of him at the War Memorial in Canberra or at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne.

During the war he became a bit of a celebrity and he was depicted on enlistment posters during the war.”

Born near Winchelsea in Victoria and one of seven children, Mr Jacka joined the Australian Imperial Force in 1914, when War memories: Korumburra’s Simone Short is proud of her fam- he was 21 years old.

He landed at Gallipoli on April 26, ily connection to World War One soldier Albert Jacka, who was 1915. the first member of the Australian Imperial Force to receive a VicMs Short said Mr Jacka was most well toria Cross. known for his fight against Turkish forces

National honour: Lance Corporal Albert Jacka VC as he appears on the commemorative stamp issued by Australia Post in time for the Anzac centenary.

Decorated: the medals awarded to Captain Albert Jacka VC MC and bar for bravery and service during World War One. From left, the Victoria Cross, takes precedence and is worn before all other medals. Next is the Military Cross and Bar. His other medals are the 1914-1915 Star, the British War Medal and the Victory Medal. Mr Jacka’s medals are on display in the Hall of Valour at the Australian War Memorial.

at Courtney’s Post on May, 19 1915.

“He basically fought off a Turkish assault singlehandedly,” she said.

After a lengthy attack by Turkish forces, the trench defended by the 14th Battalion from Victoria, or more fondly known as ‘Jacka’s Mob’, was taken.

After many casualties, Mr Jacka organised some men to bomb the Turkish soldiers as he got himself into position.

As the bombs exploded and created a distraction, Mr Jacka jumped out into noman’s-land, ran to where the Turks were and leapt in among them.

He quickly shot five men dead, bayoneted two more and the rest fled.

Ms Short said when the fight was over, Mr Jacka said to the first officer on the scene, “I managed to get the beggars, Sir”.

For this remarkable act of courage, Mr Jacka was awarded the Victoria Cross - the first to be awarded to any member of the AIF. Matching his earlier bravery in Gallipoli, Mr Jacka received the Military Cross for his actions at Pozieres on the Somme on August 7, 1916.

In a struggle against German forces, during which Mr Jacka was wounded three times, he and his men managed to capture many German prisoners.

Official Australian war historian Charles Bean said the encounter was “the most dramatic and effective act of individual audacity in the history of the AIF”.

He was subsequently awarded a bar to add to his Military Cross for the disastrous Australian attack upon the Hindenburg Line at Bullecourt in April 1917.

Mr Jacka - then an intelligence officer - undertook a dangerous night reconnaissance of the German wire directly in front of the planned objective, taking two German prisoners while doing so.

Ms Short said it has been speculated that Mr Jacka should have earned several more decorations, including two bars to his Victorian Cross, and reached a higher rank if he was not so belligerent when dealing with his superior officers.

“He wouldn’t make his men do anything he wouldn’t do himself, despite the orders he was given,” she said.

“Historians have remarked what Jacka

Poster boy: Albert Jacka was fa famous for his gallant efforts on the battlefield and his image was used on recruitment posters during the rest of the war. did at Pozieres on the Somme was a lot more heroic than his actions at Gallipoli, yet he was only awarded the Military Cross on that occasion.”

Mr Jacka was badly gassed at the end of May in 1918 and wounded when a missile passed through his trachea.

After a lengthy recuperation in England, Mr Jacka was discharged from the AIF in January 1920 and returned home to a hero’s welcome in Melbourne.

He eventually became the mayor of St Kilda and died a week after his 39th birthday from nephritis.

Ms Short said for her, Anzac Day was important.

“I always go to a dawn service. I try to attend the Shrine in Melbourne, but last year I went to the Korumburra service and it was great,” she said.

“It really tugs at the heart strings to think about what Jacka went through and what the rest of his family were going through back home.

“As well as the family connection, one of my best friends served in Iraq and East Timor, and another was in the navy for six years. Anzac Day is a really significant day for me personally.”

Outtrim honoured infantryman

By Laura Gibb ALEXANDER Duncan Alexander served on the Western Front for years during World War One and battled an unexpected enemy: trench foot.

The father of Koonwarra’s Marjorie Prosser called himself Alick. He enlisted in Korumburra on March 13, 1916 and was sent to the Western Front in France and Belgium.

He was in the 6th Battalion, a mobile battalion known as the Line Infantry. Their motto was “always ready” and they marched to the tune of Waltzing Matilda.

Men in the battalion served on the Western Front for years and many, including Mr Alexander,

suffered a condition called trench foot because of the cold, wet, unsanitary conditions.

Trench foot causes the feet to become numb and swollen, and can develop into gangrene if not treated properly.

Mr Alexander suffered from trench foot over a long period of time and was sent to England many times to recuperate.

He was also injured on the front and subsequently sent to Cardiff to recover.

There, he made lifelong friends with members of the Davies family from Outtrim.

While stationed overseas, Mr Alexander exchanged letters with his sister in Australia.

His sister’s boyfriend, whom he was stationed with, wrote the letters for him, since Mr Alexander

could neither read nor write.

Mr Alexander was discharged from the armed services on September 10, 1919 and lived in Whitelaw.

His daughter, Marj Prosser of Koonwarra, said he always attended Anzac Day commemorations in Melbourne and saw his friends, who called him Sandy.

However, she said he did not talk about his experiences in the war.

Mrs Prosser and her daughter, Bev Coulter of Leongatha, possess some of Mr Alexander’s letters to his sister, as well as other items including a small medallion.

“When he came home, Outtrim gave him a medal,” Ms Coulter said.

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Clockwise, from bottom left.

Korumburra’s Charles John O’Neill in England in 1918. He is at the back, to the immediate right of the heater flue.

Wonthaggi’s Henry Somerset enlisted in World War One as part of the Australian Mining Corps.

The Royal Navy flagship HMS Queen Elizabeth I in the Dardanelles, Turkey, at the time of the Gallipoli landing.

Michael Edward Larkin of Tarwin Meadows was killed during World War One. Below, his brother Andrew Richard Larkin also died during the war.

A photo of a group of Leongatha men taken by Ivan Murdock at the YMCA hut in Heliopolis, Egypt. Back, from left, Clarence Beck, Percy Manders, Les Hogan, D. Hobley, Bill Pilkington, Clair Whiteside, Will Kneale and Tim O’Halloran.

Middle, from left, Rob Allison, Frank Munns, Jack Edney, Vic Stafford, Arthur Aberdeen and Vincent Haughey.

Front, from left, Archie Glover, Alan Russell, Geoff Salmon, Bert Griggs and Jerry McKean.

Family artefacts: Marj Prosser of Koonwarra, left, with a photograph Centre: Edwin Barrett of Nerrena of her late father, Alexander Duncan Alexander, who served in World died of wounds in 1918 and received War One, and Mrs Prosser’s daughter Bev Coulter of Leongatha with The Distinguished Conduct Medal, a medal second to a Victoria Cross. a letter Mr Alexander sent home from the Western Front.

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JOBS AXED Ratepayers say cuts don’t go far enough

By Brad Lester MORE jobs could be made redundant at South Gippsland Shire Council in the future, in the wake of a proposed restructure announced last Thursday.

Council CEO Tim Tamlin told The Star, “There could be an opportunity to be leaner again”.

The restructure will result in the loss of just half a fulltime position, with 13.5 full time equivalent (FTE) roles made redundant but 13 new FTE roles created.

Most staff will be offered revised roles, possibly at lesser pay, but the amalgamation of some jobs is expected to result in three to four people leaving council.

Council management has been criticised by some ratepayers for not axing more jobs and passing the savings onto ratepayers.

Mr Tamlin said while the restructure was “not a cost cutting exercise”, it would result in “slight” financial savings that councillors could choose to pass onto ratepayers via cheaper rates.

“This is an exercise to position ourselves to perform at a higher level,” he said.

The CEO said there would be monetary savings that were unknown until the restructure was finalised.

“The real efficiencies are gained by upskilling our staff, and implementing new systems and processes which will provide long term savings to the bottomline,” Mr Tamlin said.

Mr Tamlin said restructuring purely to save money was a “kamikaze approach” that would only benefit ratepayers for up to two years, when the loss of staff would affect a council’s ability to work “smarter”.

The biggest change is the reduction in the number of directorates from four to three, with former director of corporate services June Ernst losing her job.

She will be offered the new role of corporate planning and elected member (councillor) coordinator, but the coordinator’s role is effectively two rungs of responsibility lower than a director and she is not expected to stay at council.

Mr Tamlin expanded the number of directorates from three to four when he took on the CEO’s role.

Many of the roles from the corporate services directorate were moved to the community services directorate. Jan Martin, council’s director of community services, will become director of corporate and community services.

Council currently has 18 managers and coordinators. The restructure proposes nine.

Continued on page 4.

Message delivered: leaving Leongatha Memorial Hall after informing South Gippsland Shire Council staff of the restructure were, from left, CEO Tim Tamlin, director of development services Bryan Sword, director of corporate and community services Jan Martin and director of development services Anthony Seabrook.

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Farmers win But many others lose

RESIDENTS of Bass Coast Shire Council have agreed to give farmers a 20 per cent discount on their rates.

In return, farmers should contribute to the municipality in the ways the wider community expects, councillors said on Wednesday night.

Council agreed to an 80 per cent farm differential rate at its ordinary meeting in Cowes when the 2015-16 rating strategy was discussed and adopted.

The farm differential shifts approximately $700,000 of rate burden to other properties, which equates to an approximate increase of $23 per average property.

Mayor Cr Kimberley Brown said the feedback council received during the consultation process showed the community valued the amenity the farming sector created and farming’s positive impact on lifestyle and tourism.

“Providing a differential rate for the farming sector would contribute to protection of rural landscape and amenity, whilst also providing direct support for the agricultural sector which is an important economic driver in the community,” Cr Brown said.

“Additionally, benchmarking we’ve undertaken shows that a farm differential is a common approach taken by other rural councils.”

Cr Brown said the rating strategy was the subject of a discussion paper prepared by the CT Management Group, which helped council with the community consultation process, in conjunction with the long term financial plan.

The new strategy also includes a general rate and a waste service charge, making the farm differential rate the only change to previous years.

“Whilst the introduction of an environment service charge, as identified in the dis-

cussion paper, is not proposed at this time, the strategy does support such a charge in principal,” Cr Brown said.

“Accordingly, the rating strategy proposes the introduction of this charge be considered during the preparation of the 201617 council budget.”

Cr Clare Le Serve acknowledged people who had contributed to council’s decision to adopt a farm differential rate.

“I’d like to thank the rural engagement group and the VFF working group,” she said.

Cr Le Serve said more people than just farmers had pushed for a farm differential rate.

“This lobby hasn’t just come from the farmers,” she said.

“People are saying we do like the paddocks and all the farms around us. In the future we could even consider going lower for the farming community.”

Cr Neil Rankine said farmers should acknowledge the support they had received.

“I would encourage the farming community to recognise the wider community has agreed to subsidise you,” he said.

Cr Rankine said he asked farmers to consider contributing to local organisations such as the Country Fire Authority (CFA) and to make sure their farms gave the “clean, green” image the wider community expected.

Victorian Farmers Federation Bass Coast branch president Neville Chapman of Glen Alvie, who took part in council’s rural engagement group, said he was “very happy” with the result.

“It’s a step in the right direction,” he said.

“It’d be an insult not to accept it now in good grace. But it’s not the end of the war.”

Cr Bradley Drew said he supported the 80 per cent farm differential rate.

“We are, by doing this, taking a step towards the farmers in our community,” he said.

“I look forward in the future to the farming community taking a step towards us, too.”

Machete threat A WONTHAGGI man is receiving treatment for mental health issues after threatening people with a machete at the Miners Rest Caravan Park, Wonthaggi on Friday.

Police were called to the park at 5pm and the man retreated to his van. Police attempted to negotiate with him but he would not leave.

Police called the dog squad from Melbourne and a tazer unit from Traralgon, and 13 officers returned to the van at 8pm.

Police forced entry and sprayed the man with capsicum spray.

The 28 year old man was apprehended and taken to Latrobe Regional Hospital at Traralgon to receive treatment for mental health issues.

Neither the man nor police were injured.

Farm discount: pleased with the 80 per cent farm differential rate in Bass Coast Shire are, from left, Len McRae of Kongwak, Bill Cleeland of Phillip Island, Des McRae of Wonthaggi and Neville Chapman of Glen Alvie.

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The Wonthaggi CFA attended a house fire in Dickson Street, reported at 12.20am, but the house was well alight when they arrived.

The rental home was vacant at the time and was extensively damaged.

While attending that fire, police found a ride-on lawn mower smouldering in an open shed at a property Stewart Street.

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Summer love a hit

By Jennifer Paragreen

FAMDA’s production of Waratah the Musical hit the stage running last Friday night.

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The show opened at the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre and continues for the next fortnight.

The story tells of two families who have come to the shores of Waratah Bay for a summer holiday.

Love is in the air and it comes in various forms - secret love, puppy love, summer love and love that could be brotherly, unrequited, romantic, fading, illicit, mere infatuation or just downright embarrassing.

The energy levels from the talented cast were amazing and the audience response was equally enthusiastic encouraged by the driving rhythms emanating from the great rock band marshalled

by Chris Gale.

Familiar and catchy tunes from the 1960s anchored the show in the era, while Megan Williams and Nicole Cooper’s stylised choreography suited the seaside location at Sandy Point admirably.

Writer/director Chris Dickins mixed some drama into the piece with some fraught marital relationships and adolescent angst.

The set was sparce but left room for some very entertaining film footage – the go-cart scene was a hoot.

Kim McDonald’s two-dimensional props were zany and colourful, and the costumes assembled by Judy Barnard made for a vivid display of 1960s fashion.

There were near to full houses for both the evening shows and the Saturday matinee was sold out.

Next weekend, because of all the Prom Coast Seachange Festival and Anzac centenary activities in the Prom Coast area, there is only one performance: at 8pm on Saturday April 25.

Four performances follow the next week: 8pm on Thursday, April 30 (bargain night – all tickets at $15), Friday and Saturday.

There is also a matinee performance at 2pm on Saturday, May 2.

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Jobs axed in council reshuffle Continued from page 1.

Other positions that could be made redundant (not all fulltime) are: manager of customer relations, manager of governance services, manager of statutory planning, manager of strategic planning and development, manager of information services, executive assistant to the director of corporate services, communications officers (two positions), visitor information centres coordinator, building technical officer, grants officer, risk management coordinator, governance coordinator, emergency management coordinator, and return to work and risk officer.

New roles may be: corporate planning and elected member (councillor) coordinator and support officer, manager of planning, coordinator of customer service, coordinator of communications, manager of council business, innovation and technology, risk and procurement coordinator and officer, design engineer, municipal building surveyor, coordinator of grants and emergency management, and coordinator of business improvement.

People who have lost positions have been offered new roles they can accept or take a redundancy package.

Ratepayer Gary Napthine

of Waratah North said the restructure does not go far enough to reducing costs.

“The usual business purpose of a restructure is to reduce costs. A reduction of 0.5 FTE (full time equivalent) is hardly going to achieve this end, and CEO Tamlin makes the point this is not a cost cutting exercise,” he said.

Mr Napthine said Mr Tamlin could be more specific in describing the costs of the positions to be removed and created.

Ratepayer Malcolm Davies of Foster said council had been increasing its workforce continually unchecked for the last 10 years.

“The enterprise wage

agreement of four per cent every year for four years was too generous. Councillors have not given enough direction to rein in spending,” he said.

“The feel good option is to keep saying yes to everything but reality is ratepayers cannot keep throwing money into the council coffers.”

Ratepayer Steve Finlay of Leongatha welcomed the restructure.

“It seems a great amount of time and effort is going into this proposed new organisational structure for council,” he said.

“I hope the proposal will be of great value to our CEO

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and may even benefit the rest of us.”

The restructure was designed by Mr Tamlin and his team of directors.

The CEO said the restructure resulted from the State Government’s proposal to introduce rate capping, reduced Federal Government grants, cost shifting by State and Federal governments, and new technology.

Council’s imminent new website will allow ratepayers to conduct more council business online, thereby avoiding the need for some staff to handle payments and enquiries, including for planning permit applications.

“We have realigned our business. The way we did business in the other structure was taking into account more traditional local government approaches,” Mr Tamlin said.

“The way we are structuring now is to take advantage of technology and smarter ways of working through systems and processes, helping our customers connect with our business.”

Staff who lost their jobs were told privately ahead of a mass meeting of all council staff in Leongatha Memorial Hall at noon last Thursday.

Staff now have three weeks to consider whether or not to accept their new roles or take a redundancy package. Council leaders will also discuss the proposed restructure with relevant unions.

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Diesel spill danger averted

By Brad Lester THE Country Fire Authority is urging motorists to take care on the roads, with the likelihood of more rain making driving conditions dangerous in South Gippsland.

The warning came in the wake of a diesel spill that stretched along the South Gippsland Highway from Leongatha to Kardella South last Wednesday morning.

The diesel leaked from a truck and spanned from Hughes Street in Leongatha to the junction of the highway at Barnes Road at Kardella South.

Two vehicles slid off the highway after driving on the diesel, but fortunately no one was injured and the drivers soon returned to the road. Those incidents occurred at two locations along the highway, at the junctions with Lows Road and Barnes Road.

The spill happened during the morning rush, just after 8.30am, with workers and families commuting.

Ruby CFA captain Darren Hardacre said the incident was a warning for motorists to drive to the conditions, as roads were also wet at the time.

“It’s that time of the year where there are slippery conditions, because of rain, diesel or cow effluent on the roads so people need to be very cautious about driving,” he said.

Police from Leongatha and Korumburra joined with CFA brigades from Leongatha, Ruby and Korumburra to alert motorists at various locations along the route.

The truck stopped near Barnes Road, and VicRoads and South Gippsland Shire Council staff spread sand along the spill to soak up the diesel.

“We’ve had a lot of calls about diesel on the road and people sliding out,” Leading Senior Constable Carl Baido of Korumburra Police said at the scene.

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EPA investigates Burra Foods KORUMBURRA dairy factory Burra Foods is under investigation by the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) following more community reports of odour in the town.

Notices were issued to Burra Foods late last year to address other odour issues, resulting in an improvement in the company’s performance, with community reports reducing during January and February.

However a recent increase in community pollution reports has triggered an EPA investigation to see if further work needs to be undertaken at the factory and whether additional EPA notices are required to reduce odour concerns for the community.

In March this year, the EPA fined Burra Foods $7381 after a milk powder fallout incident at the site last November.

EPA Gippsland manager Emily Sanders said the company had installed particle emission controls following

the event to ensure the incident did not happen again.

“EPA understands that milk powder fallout is a nuisance for local residents and something they shouldn’t have to contend with,” she said.

“EPA is committed to the local community and will continue to monitor Burra Foods’ compliance to see that its systems prevent this sort of incident from occurring again in Korumburra.”

Ms Sanders said the fine followed five remedial notices issued last year that required Burra Foods to address a range of issues.

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Resident Viv Pepper said the odour was so bad, cafe proprietors in Commercial Street reported customers were unable to dine outside.

“I went outside and I nearly threw up. The smell was like a baby’s nappy mixed with rotten milk,” he said.

Mr Pepper said another strong odour occurred on Sunday.

“We are adopting a zero tolerance approach now and just ringing the EPA. If they don’t hear from anybody, then they do not know,” he said.

Ms Sanders encouraged the community to continue reporting pollution on 1800 372 842 (1300 EPA VIC) or by visiting www.epa.vic.gov.au Burra Foods did not wish to comment.

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150 party for youth health SUNSHINE defied a bleak forecast to ensure the Rotary Club of Leongatha Garden Party was a success on Sunday.

More than 150 people enjoyed the event, held at the five acre property of David and Pauline John at Mardan.

Entertainment was provided by Michael Warner on guitar, accompanied by the pleasant voice of Tarnya Wilson.

They shared the stage with flute players from

Leongatha Secondary College, accompanied by their teacher Justin Abicare.

Visitors enjoyed the offerings of four stalls set up by local entrepreneurs, supplying wine, coffee, plants and preserves.

The Rotary wood raffle was again attended by volunteers and raised funds for the Leongatha Youth Access Clinic run

by Leongatha Healthcare.

Rotarians ran a barbecue, and a variety of quiches and cakes were supplied by the Stone family of Mardan.

Pleasant day: from left, South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jim Fawcett, who opened the Rotary Club of Leongatha’s Garden Party, with Joan Fawcett, Rod Draper, Kerry Thornton and Bernadette Grainger.

Spotlight shines on Prom Coast THE first weekend of the Prom Coast Seachange Festival showcased the many wonders of the region over the weekend, with a comprehensive program of events.

Performing arts were a feature, with the opening of Waratah the Musical on Friday night (see story on page 4) and Australian musician Margret Road Knight at Waratah Hills Vineyard on Saturday.

People seeking fresh produce shopped at the Foster Farmers’ Market on Saturday morning and Sandy Point hosted the South Coast Boardriders 10 Anniversary Competition at Sandy Point.

Gippsland Food Adventure hosted tours of scenic properties, Foster Community House was open (see story on page 8) and the Friends of Agnes Falls staged an open day at the falls.

The festival is so big that it continues this weekend. See www.promcoastseachangefestival.org for more details.

Creating books: from left, Fish Creek Primary School students Baxter Paul, Toby Delaney and Tyson Delbridge enjoyed their workshop with well known Australian children’s author Alison Lester at her Fish Creek gallery as part of the Prom Coast Seachange Festival last week.

Bike tour begins: the Prom Coast Seachange Festival Pedal to Paddock group of riders about to set off from Foster on Saturday.

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By Kate Williams, South Gippsland Landcare Network project officer CYCLISTS from across South Gippsland enjoyed the Pedal to Paddock Landcare bike ride on Saturday as part of the Prom Coast Seachange Festival.

The keen group pedalled from Foster to Toora along the Great Southern Rail Trail.

At the Kodak Koala

Reserve near Doran’s Road, the group was treated to a history lesson of the site by long term Franklin River Landcare group member Rae Knee.

Rae explained the area was planted in the late 1990s as habitat for koalas and as the trees began to grow, koalas were often seen munching the tips of the trees.

The group then cycled north to Judy and Alan Bacon’s dairy farm. They explained the natural and social history of their farm.

The group was treated to a walk along the Franklin River that weaves

through the property. The river is lined with remnant old Manna Gums and has been known to support platypus.

After the walk, it was time to get back on the bikes and the group rode north up Doran’s Road to the Franklin River Reserve for lunch.

After all the peddling, a well deserved barbecue lunch, cooked to perfection by Franklin River Landcare members, Hugh Sarjeant, Diana Droog and the Bacons, was enjoyed.

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After lunch it was back on the bikes for the eight kilometre journey back to Foster, a mammoth effort for the junior riders in the group.

The South Gippsland Landcare Network would like to thank those involved for making the day such a success.

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The event was booked out several days in advance and was catered for by the Port Franklin Hall Committee and Yooralla Community Hub, Leongatha.

The Anzac centenary was acknowledged with the names of the 37 Port Franklin residents who had served in World War One and World War Two on display, and the tables decorated with handmade paper poppies.

Some 45 guests were treated to a delicious meal of locally caught flake and flathead fillets cooked in a light

crispy batter, served with homemade tartare sauce, lemon wedges and baked potatoes.

Afternoon tea was included with a range of homemade slices to enjoy with tea and coffee.

The team of four young adults from Yooralla assisted with food preparation, provided exceptional wait service and happily managed the huge task of dishwashing.

The beautiful fresh produce was sourced from local suppliers including Wayne and Linda Cripps, Port Franklin Fresh Fish and Catherine McGlead for the delicious bread, and Aherns Fruit Market and Fine Foods for the potatoes and salad ingredients.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 7

Schools stoush

THE Victorian Government must fund the redevelopment of Korumburra and Leongatha secondary colleges in the May state budget, Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said last week.

Education Minister James Merlino retorted, claiming the schools’ conditions were the fault of the previous Coalition Government.

Mr O’Brien wrote to Mr Merlino, urging him to match the former Coalition Government’s pre-election commitment of $9 million to complete the rebuild of Korumburra Secondary College.

Mr O’Brien also said the government needed to provide funds in the budget to complete the next phase of Leongatha Secondary College’s redevelopment.

“The former Coalition delivered $27 million for schools in Gippsland South, including $10 million for Leongatha Secondary College, $5.5 million for Koru-

mburra Secondary College, $7.5 million for Mirboo North Secondary College and $4 million for the new Sale Specialist School,” Mr O’Brien said.

“It is vital all students in Victoria – whether they live in the city or country – get a quality education and our teachers are supported with first class facilities to deliver the best outcomes for their students.”

Mr Merlino said the previous government had halved investment in school infrastructure, “leaving facilities to rot and schools bursting at the seams”.

“Prior to the 2014 election, a last ditch effort was made by the Coalition Government to appeal to our schools,” he said.

“The Andrews Labor Government has already committed an initial $530 million to upgrade and build new schools across the state.

That is already nearly half the amount the last government committed during its entire four year term.

“The Labor Government will continue to work with schools, parents and their communities from our first

day in office and until our last - not only when an election is looming.

“This includes schools like Korumburra Secondary College and Leongatha Secondary College, that rightly feel abandoned after four years under the previous Coalition Government.”

Mr O’Brien said he had visited Korumburra Secondary College a number of times, and had seen firsthand the aging and deteriorating school buildings.

“While in government, we provided $5 million to begin planning and the first stage of works as well as an election commitment of $9 million to fully rebuild the school,” Mr O’Brien said.

“This school needs to be rebuilt now and I’m advocating strongly to Education Minister James Merlino on just how dire the situation is.

“I was able to raise the needs of both schools with him this week and was pleased they were on his radar.”

Mr O’Brien will visit Korumburra Secondary College today (Tuesday) to collect a petition he has been circulating recently calling

Practical learning: Korumburra Secondary College years 11 and 12 legal studies students visited Parliament House in Melbourne last Wednesday. The students, from left, Mitchell Moriarty, Kristen Stewart, Mitch Fievez, Nick Mann, Rebecca Moon, Jack Gilchrist, Chloe Stewart, Chloe Nestoriwsky and Aleisha Dunks toured parliament, sat in on question time and met Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien (fourth from left). for the upgrade.

“Meanwhile much of the redevelopment of the Leongatha Secondary College had already been completed, thanks to the former Coalition Government’s $10 million investment,” he said.

“It’s great to see the

school transforming into a modern new facility – but there is more to be done.”

In his letter to the minister, Mr O’Brien reiterated the invitation to visit the electorate and see the schools firsthand.

Pool chief: we’ll make money COMMUNITY management of outdoor pools would generate significant income and should be considered

by South Gippsland Shire Council, council heard last Wednesday.

The recommendation was made by Mirboo North pool committee president Fred Couper.

Council’s revised draft aquatic strategy, out for public comment until last Friday, stipulated communities are unable to manage pools unless they own them.

But Mr Couper said his pool committee simply wished to manage the pool, rather than have the responsibility of owning it.

“Why not an and/or option?” he asked.

Mr Couper said while community management would not reduce pool expenses, he believed the community could increase income beyond that raised by the current manager, the YMCA. “We can get more people through the gate and get people to spend more money,” he said.

Mr Couper said community management would result in more membership tickets being sold, the es-

tablishment of programs that would increase usage by schools and stronger ties with community groups.

“We believe pools are a community asset and should belong to the shire,” he said.

“The communities need the shire but you need us too to help resolve the issue with the pools. It has to be a partnership.”

Cr Jim Fawcett said council needed to be convinced “the enthusiasm of the community will last”.

“You have to be sure you want to put yourself in this place and while at this stage your committee might be brilliant, what is it going to look like in four years’ time?” he said.

Cr Fawcett said the revised aquatic strategy was about “safeguarding” pools rather than closing them.

“We are saying we will fund pools for life, provided we do not have unexpected expenditure of a large nature,” he said.

“I’m not saying if a pool fails we won’t rebuild it but we won’t rebuild a jazzy new pool.”

Council’s community services director Jan Martin said the Poowong community had promoted the pool without managing it, which is undertaken by the YMCA. Mr Couper urged council to retain Section 86 commit-

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He also asked council to give more funding to outdoor pools. Cr Fawcett noted South Gippsland SPLASH was the cheapest pool for council to run per visitor.

“We have spent less on SPLASH to build it than we are going to spend on the Mirboo North pool. Its (SPLASH) patronage is dou-

POLICE BRIEFS Bike theft

A MOUNTAIN bike was stolen from a home in Leongatha last Wednesday.

The girl’s bike was taken from an address in Jeffrey Street between 6pm and 7pm.

Any information about this matter can be given to the Leongatha Police Station on 5662 2285.

Car stolen

POLICE are searching for a car stolen from a house in Korumburra on Wednesday.

The blue Mitsubishi Lancer sedan was taken between 1am and 11am from a Jumbunna Road address.

Any information in relation to the theft can be given to the Korumburra Police Station on 5655 1244.

ble all the other pools combined,” Cr Fawcett said.

Mr Couper asked council to consider the impact of cool weather on pool attendances when assessing usage, and Ms Martin reassured him that would be the case.

The Mirboo North community aims to raise $800,000 towards future upgrades and will seek contributions from governments and the community. No specific fundraising projects have been confirmed.

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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Wed, 22 April 10.00am Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 2.00pm ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 1. Assembly of Crs Report- March 2. Discretionary fund Report 3. Documents/contracts under CEO delegation - March 4. Social community infrastructure review – public exhibition 5. PA 28a Nyora Rd, Poowong 6. Proposed discontinuance of part of Flinders St, Korumburra 7. Formalise road discontinuance for Jumptown Lane, parts of little Princes St & Mair Cr, Korumburra 8. General question time 9. Closed - community grants program 10. Closed - Audit Committee report LAST DAYS FOR BUDGET SUBMISSIONS! You have until Wed 29 April to lodge your written submissions to formally comment on the proposed 2015-2016 Budget. Copies of the detailed Budget or simply a summary can be viewed on council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au , at Council and local libraries.

Submissions should be addressed to the CEO at Council, 9 Smith St, Leongatha, or mailed to Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 or emailed to council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au and received by COB Wed 29 April 2015.Any person lodging a submission may request to be heard in support of the submission or to be represented by a person specified in the submission, at a meeting to be heard in support of their submission. A request to be heard is to be included in their written submission.

Submissions will be considered, and representations from submitters heard at an Open Hearing meeting in the Council Chambers at 12.30pm on Wed 20 May 2015. Council will consider and determine the submissions at a Special Meeting of Council on Wed 10 June 2015.

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The Amendment removes the Public Acquisition Overlay Schedule 3 and rezones the land to Public Use Zone 3 at 5 Little Princes St. Korumburra. The Amendment also rezones land at 22 Princes St, 19A Mair Crescent and the road reserves at Jumptown Lane, parts of Little Princes St and Mair Crescent from General Residential Zone 1 to Public Use Zone 3. A copy of the Amendment can be inspected, free of charge, at www.delwp.vic.gov.au/public-inspection and South Gippsland Shire Council, 9 Smith St, Leongatha.

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Proximity to Melbourne and the Latrobe Valley, great public transport and natural clean air are other bonuses of this community.

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Kids receive headstart THE opening of Begin Bright tutoring centre in Leongatha on Saturday morning attracted an enthusiastic group of pre-primary age children.

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such essential skills as sharing and listening, Begin Bright offers individually targeted tutoring in English and mathematics for children aged two to five.

Begin Bright also offers a holiday activities centred around making learning fun.

Centre manager Kate Foster was encouraged by the number of parents enrolling their children.

“The centre is all about preparing children for school and making learning fun,” she said.

The Leongatha centre is located at Shop 2-9 Peart Street.

Fun learning: from left, Jake Andronaco, 6, centre manager Kate Foster and Alana Donchi, 5, at the opening of Begin Bright in Leongatha on Saturday morning.

Ball splendour THE Bass Coast Community Foundation’s revival of the Mayoral Ball was a stunning success, with guests enjoying the change of venue and format on Friday night.

Gathering place: from left, Joni Bell, Rosie Marriott, Esther Casson (back), Talulah Rae, Jolie Twomey and Lita Conroy enjoy the lounge at the Foster Community House.

The ballroom at the RACV Club Resort in Inverloch provided a magnificent venue for everyone to celebrate living in this fabulous region.

Foundation chairman Martin Keogh thanked the sponsors in his address for their wonderful commitment to the region.

“This support allows the Bass Coast Community Foundation to continue to assist local people and projects,” he said.

“It is what has allowed us to distribute close to $700,000 throughout the region since the establishment of the foundation. We are incredibly grateful for the willingness of these organisations to get involved.”

Come one, come all

By Stuart Biggins THE Foster Community House is developing a fresh look to involve more people.

People flowed through the doors on Saturday, enjoying the activities and displays on offer.

To complement the Great Southern Portrait Prize on view at the town’s Stockyard Gallery, a retrospective of past winners was mounted.

Turkish tiles painted by Foster Primary School children were displayed and children enjoyed the variety of activities with a seachange theme, reflecting the Prom Coast Seachange Festival.

Rebecca Matthews, community development officer, said the Foster Community House was in a revitalisation phase.

“We are encouraging the community to get involved by building a program to engage a wider audience,” she said.

She welcomed residents to come and enjoy the lounge with its comfortable furniture and array of crafts where espresso coffee and homemade cakes are available.

“Come and sit all day if you want,” she said.

Families are particularly welcome to come and see the fresh new look.

Another open day with a sustainable living theme is planned for July 4 when local businesses will be encouraged to get involved.

Magic evening: Leanne and Phillipe DuPlessis enjoy the Mayoral Ball at Inverloch.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 9

Equestrian dream still rides high

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council remains supportive of the proposal for an equestrian and exhibition centre at Stony Creek, but will only contribute 30 per cent of the cost.

Centre working party members Bev Shandley and Janine Bullock addressed council during a budget question and answer session at the Leongatha council chambers last Wednesday. They sought clarification regarding funding for the centre.

Council proposes to allocate $35,000 toward a business case for the centre and seeks $5000 from the working party.

Should that business case prove the centre would be viable, council expects 70 per cent of the construction cost to come from other government grants and the community.

“There is currently no budget allocation in council’s long term financial plan for an equestrian centre,” CEO Tim Tamlin told the working party.

The Nyora Recreation Reserve committee is seeking funding towards three projects totalling more than $150,000: an automatic inground sprinkler system ($60,000), compulsory connection to sewerage ($45,000) and electricity supply upgrade ($50,000 to $60,000).

Committee chairman Brett Hume and irrigation project leader Daryl Smith presented to council.

Mr Hume said the existing electricity supply was inadequate and the members of the men’s shed had to turn off the hot water service to use machinery. The Nyora Speedway uses diesel generators to run lighting.

Mr Hume estimated up to $2.3 million could be spent at the reserve by 2025, including the construction

of new clubrooms and new lighting.

“In Nyora, if rezoning goes ahead and the residential subdivisions go ahead, the growth will be most significant and we would think we could position the oval and sporting infrastructure to meet demand,” he said.

More than 26,500 people use the reserve annually attending speedway meets, football and netball matches, and other events.

The reserve committee requested council consider allocating funding towards the improvements, with additional money to be sought from the State Government and recreation reserve user groups.

Deputy mayor Cr Nigel Hutchison-Brooks was supportive.

“Council is aware Nyora is one of our growth areas and we do need to give it some attention,” he said.

Cr Lorraine Brunt said the existing clubrooms were ordinary compared to those in other towns.

Persevering pair: South Gippsland Equestrian and Exhibition Working Party members Janine Bullock (left) and Bev Shandley addressed South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday regarding funding arrangements for the proposed centre.

MP: family comes first Mr O’Brien said communities were best placed to determine their futures, “not politicians or bureaucrats in some distant capital”.

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“In my first year in parliament I have seen so many of the social problems we face in our communities can be traced back to children not having a loving family upbringing.

“Of never knowing good role models, never seeing parents who go out to work each day, never or rarely being loved, nurtured and encouraged.

“Horrific stories of abuse and neglect that traumatise little minds and make later life as solid adult citizens almost impossible.”

Mr O’Brien said he believed in free enterprise, in governments getting out of the way of the pri-

cation and an honest day’s work,” he said.

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DRUMMERS at Mirboo North Primary School had a busy term one, performing at the Mirboo North idol birthday party, the Kidsmatter expo and the chaplaincy auction. The drummers gave up one, and sometimes two, lunchtimes a week to learn their rhythms.

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Janine has lived in the Korumburra district for many years.

She was accompanied by her husband Ian at the meeting. They have two daughters, Brooke and Peta. Janine will be a great addition to Rotary, as she is a community minded person with lots of energy.

All members of the club gave Janine a warm welcome once she was proposed by Peter Biggins (left) and inducted by president George Auddino.

TARWIN Lower Primary School captains Bella, Cara and Zale will be attending a special student leadership conference in Korumburra this week. This is an opportunity for the girls to build their leadership skills and commit to a project they will bring back to school.

C O N G R AT U L A TIONS to the Inverloch Primary School swimmers who competed at the state swimming finals on Wednesday.

The Under 11 boys relay team of Riley Harris, Jak Spinks, Jamieson Schmidt, Luke Muir and Joe Soumilas came third.

The Under 12/13 boys relay team of Luke Peterson, Corey Patterson, Ryan Bradley, Alex Muir and Jim Soumilas came seventh.

Significant feat: congratulations to Mark Tapscott who graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Education (Primary) with distinction. Mark is the son of Lyn and John of Leongatha, and is now working at Laburnum Primary School, Blackburn.

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Creative winners: LJ Hooker real estate recently ran a colouring competition at the Inverloch Easter Fair to help raise money for the school.

Winners were Jayla Morcom (grades 3 to 6) and Tylar Martin (grades Prep to 2).

Jayla is pictured with LJ Hooker sales executive Cindy Winker.

Tylar was absent on the day.

History on show LEONGATHA businesses are immersing themselves in the spirit of the Anzac centenary, with fascinating window and shop displays around town.

Kelvin Johns Bi-Rite electrical store features a display of World War One memorabilia owned

by Korumburra historian and South Gippsland Shire councillor Bob Newton.

Cr Newton is the grandfather of shop employee Stephanie Thoonen of Leongatha.

The display includes a photo of Cr Newton’s father Thornton Newton, a World War One serviceman who served as a machine gunner and driver in France, Belgium and Germany.

He returned from the war in 1919, became a

Preserving history: Stephanie Thoonen of Kelvin Johns Bi-Rite and her grandfather Bob Newton with his display of World War One memorabilia at the Leongatha store. mechanic and later joined the railways before establishing a farm at Korumburra.

Cr Newton’s display includes memorabilia from the Light Horse

Veteran to speak SOUTH Gippsland Legacy Group president Peter Fraser is the guest speaker at the Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Mardan South this Sunday (April 26).

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ENJOY the film Pitch Perfect 2 at Stadium 4 Cinema on Friday, May 8 and raise money to help beat cancer.

The event starts at 7pm and is hosted by Team Turtle, which is taking part in the 2016 South Gippsland Relay for Life. All money raised goes to the Cancer Council.

A raffle will be drawn on the night. Tickets are $2 each and only 100 are available. Prizes include a photography voucher, facial voucher, cupcake voucher and Scentsy pack.

Tickets are $20 each and include refreshments after the movie finishes.

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The Vietnam veteran will present at Scots Pioneer Church, with the Anzac themed service starting at 2pm.

Mr Fraser will be supported by local musicians Michael Holloway and David Panther.

Afternoon tea will be served. All welcome.

Main attraction: South Gippsland Legacy Group president Peter Fraser, a Vietnam veteran, is the guest speaker at the Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Mardan this Sunday, April 26.

units, including stirrups and spurs, a Canadian naval pocket knife, German water bottle, 1914 Christmas tin and a wire cutter that was placed on the end of

rifles.

The Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry has encouraged businesses to create displays with an Anzac theme.

Become a scout leader L E O N G AT H A’ S Second Leongatha Scouts is still desperately in need of volunteers to help with the scouts and cubs.

Group leader Barry Ferguson is throwing out a four week recruitment challenge to anyone interested in helping.

“We’ve outlined a four week program for people to get to know the routine,” Mr Ferguson said.

Week one will be observing, week two will be starting to help and a get to know night; week three will improve the understanding, more involvement and

maybe running an activity, while week four will be determining if scouting volunteering is for you.

“Our scout group needs more adult support to keep us running smoothly. Even if you can only give an hour a month, any time you can give would be appreciated,” he said.

“Everyone has something to give; an interest or hobby such as climbing, walking, sports, computers, first aid or DIY; all this is useful and would help our group.”

For more information about joining the four week challenge, call Mr Ferguson on 0428 996 503.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 11

Banks back community PROMONTORY District Finance Group Limited launched its community grants program yesterday (Monday), injecting thousands of dollars into the local community.

The group oversees Toora and District Community Bank Branch and Foster branch, with profits reinvested back into the community through annual grants.

Company chairman Rob Liley said this year’s grant program would provide much needed funding for local projects.

“Projects may be large or small, and can also be carried out in collaboration with other groups or organisations,” Mr Liley said.

“We encourage everyone to bring their ideas to the table, so we can really find out what our commu-

nity needs.”

Applications can be made online at www.bendigobank.com.au/foundation and submissions are open until Friday, May 8.

In 2014, Promontory District Finance Group Limited gave back more than $40,000 through its grants program.

The program is administered by Community Enterprise Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank.

Since the Community Bank concept was established in 1998, it has grown into a network of 305 locally owned branches across Australia, which has returned more than $134 million to support their communities.

Mr Liley said the contributions were all part of Bendigo Bank’s ethos of sharing prosperity with the communities it operates within.

“The most exciting

Driving projects: the Toora and District Community Bank Branch and Foster branch of the Bendigo Bank are helping the Promontory district via their annual grants program. thing about our Community Bank branches is the more customers bank with

us, the more money we can use to strengthen the Promontory district,” he

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Korumburra a shining town

By Stuart Biggins THE Korumburra business community will have the chance to come together on Wednesday, April 29.

The Community Connect Event will be held at the tea room at the Korumburra Railway Station at 6.30pm.

Organisers urge the business community to come together in support of Korumburra.

When it comes to business, Lucy Mertens, proprietor of Lucy May’s Cafe in Korumburra, lives and breathes the words of world renowned community enthusiast, Peter Kenyon, “Great communities don’t just happen. They are created, nurtured and sustained

by caring, connected and involved residents.”

A new logo for the Korumburra Business Association is a chain in the shape of a star to represent the interconnectedness of the business community.

The points of the star are representing Main Street, Industry, Tradies, Home Based, Farm and Tourism.

As a new member of the Korumburra Business Association, Ms Mertens said after four years in business as a cafe owner she wanted to make a contribution.

“It is time to throw a big event and invite everyone,” Ms Mertens said, referring to all points of the star.

“The aim is to have everyone in the same place.

We have a lot to learn from each other. A strong Korumburra is a shining town.”

Ms Mertens said it was important people feel connected to their town.

“I have been so inspired and have learned so much from belonging to the Southern Business Women’s Network,” she said.

Ms Mertens sees support networks as vital to business.

“We want to fill empty shops, we want to keep people in business and we want to make business easier for people by providing more direct lines of enquiry or simply information,” she said.

“How are you finding your new digital till system? Has it been worth the investment? Will my business benefit from having one? Who did you use?”

The informal gathering at the Korumburra Railway Station will be catered

for in a show of collaborative support by Patten’s on Bridge, Urban 61, Tiny Teapot and Lucy May’s.

While the event is primarily an opportunity for attendees to meet and mingle, there will be brief speeches by representatives from Milpara House, the information centre at Coal Creek and by Barbara Look from the South Gippsland Shire Council, all focused on what the organisations do to bring business to the town.

New benefits of belonging to the Korumburra Business Association are in the pipeline and include a ready to launch Facebook page, a proposed digital community noticeboard, a Korumburra Index and an email service to keep members informed of events in the district of interest to the business community.

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OPINIONS

New species of parasite?

IN YET another plethora of useless plans, visions, strategies and frameworks (most of the previous ones appear to have been forgotten) that accompany the selfserving South Gippsland Council 2015-16 proposed budget, there are a many items that stand out.

Just a few.

1. A planned $26 million reduction in expenditure devoted to capital works, and removal of $6 million in project funding. Sounds like a saving, but we then have: 2. A proposed new council precinct costing $25 million (at today’s prices). Of this, $23 million will be paid by ratepayers, and this involves borrowings of $16 million. They really know how to save money don’t they!

Let’s take it from roads, bridges, etc, and put it into new offices.

3. Rates rises from 2016-17 capped at CPI (approximately three per cent) by the State Government.

4. An average rates rise for 2015-16 of 4.9 per cent. They just had to get in early.

5. The current income from caravan parks is much less than originally anticipated (surprise, surprise!) and the associated costs keep on increasing. And they are taking over Waratah as well.

In the last 10 years or so, and especially since the arrival of CEO Tamlin, this council has shown itself to be incapable of holding rates rises to anything like three per cent.

Most annual rates rises, and this year is no exception, have been closer to five per cent or

more, and most of these increases have been absorbed by increases in staff FTE (full time equivalent), staff wages, and the various benefits (such as vehicles) used by staff.

We are nearing, if not at, the situation where the primary purpose of having a council is to benefit the employees, especially the bureaucratic and administrative employees, of the council.

Pity about the ratepayers.

Students of biology may notice an analogy here. What may have been a previously mutual relationship where both organisms (ratepayers and council employees in this case) benefit, is evolving into a parasitic relationship where one organism benefits to the detriment of the other.

So given council’s previous track record, why would ratepayers seriously believe the council can maintain current services (such as they are) to ratepayers, plan for a new and expensive council precinct, and run the caravan parks at continuing and increasing losses when future annual rates increases are limited to around three per cent.

Something will have to change and you can be certain it will be to the detriment of ratepayers.

So, do we have a new species of parasite: Southgippslandus councilia?

The council must be hoping for a change of policy or State Government so it can again strengthen its attachment to the ratepayer’s wallet. But of course, that won’t be mentioned in any of the visions, strategies or plans.

Gary Napthine, Waratah North.

E D I T O R I A L Pass savings on to ratepayers ANY TIME of change can be unnerving, whether that change is for bad or good.

Last Thursday, South Gippsland Shire Council announced a restructure of its staff, with 13.5 full time equivalent (FTE) roles to go and replaced with 13 new FTE jobs.

Some staff will largely continue on as they were, albeit with new titles. Others however have found their roles gone and face the reality of weighing up whether to accept a new title, a lesser role or leave council and chase other pursuits.

If one was looking to leave council, then a redundancy package would be great.

If not, and if they were hoping to keep their families in this community, that is not so pleasant.

Many people in the community have long been calling for council to reduce its staff, particularly at management level.

If council can now operate with nine fewer managers and coordinators than it did this time last week, that suggests there were too managers in place.

While any organisation should be aiming to operate as efficiently as possible, especially when it is being funded with public money, spare a thought for those council employees who took on their roles in good faith they were needed and were not expecting their lives to be upended.

Council CEO Tim Tamlin has said external funding pressures and new ways of doing business have resulted in the restructure being necessary.

He cited rate capping as one of those external influences.

Victorian Minister for Local Government Natalie Hutchins has cautioned local councils against using the State Government’s proposed rate cap as “an excuse to cut vital staff and services, while they continue to waste money on excessive executive pay and councillor spending”.

Ms Hutchins said rate capping would not come into effect until 2016-17 and should not have an influence on current budgets.

But any organisation, knowing that a funding cut is coming into effect, would be wise to respond as soon as possible. Staff deserve to know whether they are needed or not.

Mr Tamlin said council would decide whether or not to pass on the slight savings from the restructure to ratepayers.

Given the likelihood of rate capping coming into effect, council is going to need every dollar it can get. However so do ratepayers and that’s where this saving must end up.

Letters to the Editor

Council, stop spending

IT’S TIME we all objected loudly to the continual rises in rates from our South Gippsland Shire Council.

Did you know the proposed budget increases for the value of your house goes from 0.453 $ Capital Improved Value (CIV) to 0.542 $ CIV, an increase of 19.78 per cent?

That’s on all houses in the shire, as council has to pay its ever increasing costs somehow.

Perhaps instead of accepting the proposed average 4.9 percent overall increase, our councillors took a business approach and gave instructions to our CEO and the finance department to implement a 10 per cent savings across the shire’s financials, which would result in ratepayers enjoying a five per cent decrease in rates from the previous year.

We do not need another $2 million spent on SPLASH. We do not need increased expenditure on the caravan park folly. Why even consider taking over the successfully run Waratah Bay Park?

We do not need continual expenditure covering the losses at Coal Creek.

We do not need the continual hiring and expansion of an already bloated workforce.

We do not need $20 million spent on new council offices; the library and current offices are more than adequate.

As outlined by many correspondents to this paper, savings can and must be made. It’s time to stop rate increases.

Our council is already a $60 million business with an extremely well paid leadership team. Why can’t it operate within that budget like any other business?

Ratepayers should be putting pressure on their councillors and asking why they are paying more every year.

Malcolm Davies, Foster.

No mobile?

Life’s great!

I’M NOT sure why so many people are complaining about the inconsistent mobile coverage provided by the Singapore based telecommunications company.

I was a bit miffed at first but this has become a very liberating experience.

As someone who lives on the rural fringe I had come to depend on the internet and mobile phone to keep me in touch with the out-

side world.

Lately, it seems, more often than not, my phone displays the very reassuring “emergency calls only” message.

So, I have taken to visiting the neighbours and talking to friends in person. This is proving a much better way of conducting my affairs.

It is nicer to chat to people over a cup of coffee than vaguely shouting at the phone “Can you hear me.....hello.....are you there.....hello?” or wondering who my new best friend on Facebook really is.

And I can read the facial expressions of the people I am talking to; so I don’t spend the rest of the day wondering what they really meant!

Thanks to the mobile communication breakdown I am being liberated from the burden of answering the phone at inopportune moments.

If this lack of service continues I will soon learn to live without a mobile at all. Come to think of it, as long as the cafes are open and the newspapers are printed I don’t need it now. Is there any merit in renewing my contract?

Geoff Ellis, Wattle Bank.

Mythology and contradictions WE ARE approaching another Anzac Day and the 100th commemoration of our historic military experiences, memories and Anzac traditions.

As usual at this time, I share with others, a few restless days and sleepless nights, when my military memories and images are able to run free, often on my emotional wild side.

Unfortunately, it has taken the military, politicians and community, 100 years to acknowledge the crippling lifetime affects on front line military, emergency personnel and civilians and their life long battle with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

So often, the tragic delusion of the false promise of war and hero worship blinds us to the grotesque price we pay, for a few hand picked, tragic, reluctant national heroes.

As an ex-serviceman, I find it confusing and disturbing hearing the current national debate and concern with the question, of why young people can be drawn to conflict, war and death, then, at the same time celebrating Australia’s historic, eager commitment of our youth, to so many foreign conflicts.

It is a fact innocent young

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people are drawn to conflict and war, because they are told war is a noble and patriotic cause and our community worships heroes.

They are then convinced of being on the right side and will win, and will soon be home safe with their loved ones.

If our young are not quick to volunteer, they may be shamed by family, friends, or as in World War One, an anonymous, shaming letter, maybe with a ‘coward’s white feather, or as many 20 year old Vietnam veterans discovered in the 1960s, conscripted for two years’ national service or threatened with a two year jail sentence and then discarded when they reached their use by date.

Many a vulnerable young person simply wants to escape unemployment or an unhappy situation at home.

Don’t condemn them. They are so vulnerable and need family and community understanding, support and empowerment.

For many, past and present, the call to arms and the lure of the adventure a young military personnel can have overseas, seems irresistible!

But then ex-service personnel are expected to fade away, as troubled, lost souls.

We now concede violence is cultivated in our family homes and then often expressed in our teens and relationships.

In war, our violence is condoned and glorified, in the most depraved circumstances.

I was recently dismayed, to discover and witness in court, the tall stories of a convicted military imposter, who calculatingly and dishonestly misrepresented the truth of his military service.

I feel he mistakenly attempted to embellish his fascination or obsession with military hero mythology, the flag and the uniform, to include himself, embellished with his own insecurities.

An intoxicating, compulsive, but toxic, emotional psychological mix.

Today, if we campaign against family and community violence, then we should more honestly question the morality and glorification of our commitments to war.

That would be a more genuine legacy of community respect for the generations of vulnerable youth, who are ‘called’ to give their lives, hearts and souls and the subsequent, indiscriminate, horrible, brutal victimisation of millions of innocent civilians, usually, women and children, who are rarely acknowledged!

Our tendency to violence

starts at home, so be a hero and make a stand against violence. On Anzac Day, ask our politicians to justify the horrific cost of war. It’s so often unnecessary, unbelievably depraved and futile.

Lest we forget!

Richard Lester, Mardan.

Remember Vietnam

IF AUSTRALIA’S Vietnam veterans are feeling a bit aggrieved this April and May, I believe such feelings are justified.

Across the nation and even internationally, special events, memorial services. dramas, choral performances - you name it (let alone the tasteless commercialisation - t-shirts, etc)- trumpet Australia’s commemoration of the Gallipoli landing.

But who will remember that the 29th of April this year is the fiftieth anniversary of Menzies’ first announcement that Australian combat troops would be sent to the Vietnam war?

As Professor Hugh White has pointed out, so far there hasn’t been any mention of this important anniversary in our media so completely absorbed are they in Anzac publicity.

And a month later, on May 26, 1965, those troops, who had been trained in secret for three months, were trucked out of Holsworthy barracks at night, bound for the waiting ship in Sydney Harbour.

And ironically just the other day, Prime Minister Abbott announced 300 troops would soon leave Australia in company with close to 80 “Anzac” mates from New Zealand. Destination: Iraq.

Task: so-called training. We’ve been through it all before, haven’t we?

People with firsthand memories of the sixties - the teach-ins, the debates, the birthday ballot, the growing anti-war movement - are mostly retired and many are in their seventies and older.

The Vietnam vets likewise.

So will there be reminders of the Vietnam tragedy once all the commemoration of the Gallipoli tragedy is over?

I would hope so, but am inclined to doubt it. For those who want to check the detailed facts, Paul Ham’s book Vietnam - the Australian War is an excellent history of the conflict and Australia’s part in it.

Wilma Western, Leongatha.

VOXPOP! VOX

Does Anzac Day have an extra special meaning to you this year?

“It is very important to me. My dad served in the navy in World War Two. I’ll be going to the Melbourne dawn service and then my whole family will go into Melbourne for the march.”

Annette Du Mont, Koonwarra.

“It’s a special occasion because it’s the 100th year. I’ll be attending the Leongatha Football Club’s service.”

Harrison McGannon, Leongatha.

“It does. All those people who fought for our country should be remembered. I’ll be going to the service in Fish Creek.”

Ashlee Tennyenhuis, Walkerville.

“Yes, because we get to honour our fallen and show our pride to be Australian. I’m going to the service in Inverloch.”

Brianna Wightman, Inverloch.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 13

Chinese tour opens eyes

By Brad Lester

THE Leongatha children felt like celebrities.

They were on the other side of the world, in China.

Here were friends they had only met online holding signs carrying the names of the visiting Australians.

Leongatha Primary School students, parents and staff recently returned from a 13 day tour to China as part of the school’s sister relationship with Changshu Experimental Primary School.

The contingent of 39, including 17 Grade 6 students, was the third from Leongatha to visit China.

“One of the highlights was watching the children meet their Chinese buddies.

It was a very emotional time with the Chinese children holding up signs,” vice principal Dot Coghlan said.

“It was just amazing to watch our students conversing with students and with their parents in another country.

“It just develops their sense of confidence and their worldliness in appreciating it’s just not little Leongatha but there is a whole world out there.”

Leongatha parents and children spent time with the families of their Chinese buddies, playing games, visiting tea houses and enjoying other social activities.

“They took them to beautiful restaurants or to their homes and cooked traditional meals,” Ms Coghlan said.

The hosts gave so many gifts some Leongatha visitors bought extra suitcases to bring those home.

Changshu school has 2000 students; Leongatha 600.

“They really like their students to learn English and their parents love having our children in their homes speaking English with their own children,” Ms Coghlan said.

Leongatha Primary School will host a delegation of 40 plus visitors from

Changshu in term three and children will be billeted with Leongatha families. They will attend sporting and other weekend activities with their hosts.

Members of the Leongatha delegation planted a maple friendship tree and Leongatha Primary plans to create a Chinese garden to symbolise the relationship.

The partnership between Leongatha and Changshu is unique. Leongatha is one of few Victorian schools to offer such a program.

“The Chinese love the Australian education system.

We sat in on a meeting with the teachers and the princi-

pal, and they asked us how they can improve their teaching,” Ms Coghlan said.

Leongatha teachers adopt a ‘point of need’ teaching approach, tailoring teaching to each child’s level, whereas Chinese teachers educate with a one size fits all approach, regardless of whether students are advanced or need extra assistance.

Leongatha Primary now offers students the chance to learn the Chinese language Mandarin from Prep through to Grade 6.

“Leongatha Secondary College also has a sister school in China so that’s why we felt we would bring

Cultural experience: Leongatha Primary School student Spencer Chadwick and father Craig Chadwick with their buddies at Changshu Experimental Primary School.

in a Chinese teacher so there would be that development from Prep through to secondary school,” Ms Coghlan said.

Changshu is a major city

He won the award for the second consecutive year.

The award is determined by customer feedback collated by Hyundai Australia and is a measure of customer satisfaction with the service offered by

the dealership.

Mr McRae said while the accolade was personally highly satisfying, the standard of service offered at Edney’s was the result of team work.

“It is the result of everyone doing their job,” he said.

A mechanic by trade and born and bred in Leongatha, Mr McRae plays football for the Tarwin Reserves and has been with Edney’s since 2007.

“The award is an indication you are on track with your performance.

Edney’s prides itself on being a family dealership,” he said.

“You want to be the best you possibly can. We always strive to be better and awards are a good indication of that endeavour; and we’re not resting on our laurels.”

Darryl McGannon, the principal dealer at Edney’s, said awards do not just happen.

“It is a huge achievement for Nick to get this recognition. He puts in an enormous amount of work,” he said.

Tuesday April 28

Class dealers: from left, Nick McRae and Darryl McGannon are part of the team at Edney’s Leongatha where a high degree of professionalism is central to the culture of the business. Mr McRae was named Australian Service Manager of the Year for rural dealerships.

men Square and the Terracotta Warriors.

“It was a busy trip but we all had a great time,” Ms Coghlan said.

Seeing sights: from left, Leongatha Primary School’s Ebony Best, Dot Coghlan, Steve Allen, Jenny Buckland and Danielle Wight at the Emperors Palace in Beijing.

Two in a row for Edney’s NICK McRae, the service manager at Edney’s Leongatha, has been named by Hyundai as Australian Service Manager of the Year for rural dealerships.

between Shanghai and the Chinese capital Beijing, allowing the Leongatha tour group to experience such tourist attractions as the Great Wall of China, Tianan-

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Children honour fallen ANZAC Day is always an important event on the Tarwin Valley Primary School calendar, when the Meeniyan school proudly marches with other community groups to mark this important civic and historical event.

The school choir has been practising songs with their music teacher Mrs Jackson and will perform at the Meeniyan ceremony.

Relatives and students have been busily sewing felt poppies to add to the community display in the main street.

More than 250 felt poppies have been created in a community effort involving MDU netball and CFA juniors.

They will be place around the cenotaph on Friday, April 24.

After World War One, the school developed a special connection with the French region of Allonnes as a result of Australian soldiers and Allonnes’ soldiers fighting on the front together.

A collection of memorabilia of this link will be on display at the ceremony and a speech will be presented to ‘share the stories and connections’, keeping in the spirit of the centenary theme.

With the Meeniyan and District RSL in attendance, the students will be treated to a visit from a local resident Laurie Park, who will portray an Australian Lighthorseman with the help of his horse.

This will be followed by a planting of a Gallipoli oak in the school grounds near the lone pine.

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Above left, Maintaining tradition: students at Tarwin Valley Primary School have been making poppies and will play a major part in Meeniyan and district’s Anzac Day commemorations.

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For many families it has a personal connection, with relatives who may have served and paid the ultimate price. Others were physically injured and /or bore the ghastly legacy of deep emotional scars that in turn impacted their families.

They were all heroes in our eyes, committed in their allegiance to country and we will honour them with many special ceremonies in our communities this weekend.

Council is doing its part to recognise them too, with 65 pioneers who served in World War One being recognised with commemorative road signs across the shire, embedding them in our local heritage.

Lest we forget. We never will.

The recent community meetings we conducted following the survey of seasonal population impacts on our coastal towns attracted a good response, with around 30 attending each session. The discussions were thoughtful and quite a few of the solutions suggested were deemed achievable.

We will now collate the information, link it with population data and send it to the relevant teams in council and to external parties such as Fisheries, Parks Victoria, surf lifesaving clubs and community groups for action and consideration in the Victorian Coastal Strategy.

A draft report (including specifics for each coastal town, references to council and State Government documents/strategies, and recommendations for action) will be presented to Council in July and placed on public exhibition in August for further comment.

Cr Don Hill’s comments regarding the capital budget for the pools are unfortunately misleading. The revised master plans have superseded the original Long Term Financial Plan figures, with the $9 million deferred as it is not required in the next 15 years.

The pools are not worse off in terms of required funding to meet the master plan objectives at all.

Last week I attended the Rural Council forum at Halls Gap. Rural councils face some different challenges to our metropolitan colleagues, so these gatherings are of great value to learn how others are handling them – no need to reinvent the wheel.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 15

By Lyn Skillern

THE loss of one son in a war must be terrible; the loss of two or more must be unbearable.

Many groups of brothers from Leongatha and district served in World War One. Sadly for several families, more than one of their boys did not return.

James Darling and Charles Dicker were half brothers from the Mardan area. Their mother Catherine Dicker lost two sons.

Anzac

Centenary 2015

Charles Dicker was in the 60th Battalion and was 23 when he died of wounds two days after the battle of Fromelles on July 21, 1916.

His half brother James Darling was in the 6th Battalion. He was 37 when he went missing in action at Broodseinde on October 20, 1917.

James has no known grave and is remembered on the Menin Gate Memorial in Belgium. Charles was buried in the Rue De Bois Cemetery, Fleurbaix, France. Their mother Catherine received a medal with two stars, one star for each son. This is a very sad medal and one can only imagine Catherine’s suffering.

The medals of both men and their mother are on display at the Leongatha Historical Society.

Eric and Frank Richardson were originally from the Mardan area. Frank was a

Anzac salute: Natalie Stewart of Leongatha, left, and South Gippsland Shire Councillor Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks of Ruby, will play in Leongatha’s Anzac Day services. The duo are members of South Gippsland Shire Brass Band.

Mayor’s message Cr Kimberley Brown Are you OK? SUPPORT for people living with mental illness is something that has been brought to the attention of many in our community as of late.

Both Cr Wright and Cr Drew have recently publicly spoken of the importance of checking up on mates with a phone call or a visit. It never hurts to ask “Are you ok?”

According to beyondblue, depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide and in Australia, it is estimated 45 per cent of people will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime.

People living with mental illness may find it difficult to speak out or seek assistance. They may avoid asking for help and deny there’s anything wrong.

This is why it’s important for us all to start conversations to increase awareness around mental health, share personal experiences, and offer encouragement and support to others when needed. This will hopefully help to reduce stigma and encourage people to reach out.

If you are seeking support or just need to talk to someone, you can also call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Around Bass Coast The Anzac Centenary is one of the biggest events on the calendar year, and there are plenty of services and events being held around Bass Coast for our community to honour those who fought for our country.

I will be attending the Bass dawn service to be held at the Bass cenotaph in Hade

Avenue at 5.45am, followed by the Cowes commemorative service starting outside the Cowes Cultural Centre at 10am, before marching to the cenotaph for the main service at 11am.

There are also services being held in Wonthaggi, Inverloch and San Remo. For all the details, make sure you visit council’s event calendar at basscoast.vic.gov.au/ events.

Mayor’s diary Council began its Communications and Engagement Strategy consultation on Wednesday, when we engaged with some key stakeholders. I’m looking forward to hearing all the feedback from future consultation sessions, which will be held in Wonthaggi, Cowes and Inverloch. Visit basscoast. vic.gov.au/engagement for all the info.

Speaking about engagement, after a successful community consultation process, the draft Cowes Activity Centre Plan is now complete and available for the community to view and comment on. The marquee will once again be in the Cowes Town Square from April 25 to 27, and can also be downloaded from council’s website.

And don’t forget the special meeting to present the draft 2015-16 budget will be held at the Civic Centre Wonthaggi this coming Wednesday, commencing at 5pm.

You can also find out what’s happening at council by liking my page, ‘Cr Kimberley Brown – Bass Coast Shire Council’ on Facebook, or by following @CouncillorBrown and @BassCoast on Twitter.

pearl diver in Broome and his brother Eric gave his occupation as a bushman.

He enlisted in Sydney when war was declared in 1914. He was sadly killed in action on July 28, 1918.

He served at Gallipoli and throughout France.

Frank enlisted in Melbourne and served in France where he was killed in action on April 24, 1918 near Amiens. He was engaged to Rose Gardner from Mardan.

Frank gave Rose a pearl and gold pendant, which she wore always and never married.

Edward and William Kneale grew up in Leongatha and attended Leongatha State School. Edward was 22 when he rushed to enlist in September 1914.

He was in the 14th Battalion and was killed at the ill-fated attack on the Nek, Gallipoli on August 7, 1915.

He has no known grave and is remembered on the Lone Pine Memorial.

His brother William was 22 when he enlisted in July 1915. He saw service in France and died of wounds on February 13, 1917.

The Statham brothers were also associated with Leongatha. On enlisting they gave their next of kin as their mother Mary Statham

Family heartache: brothers Andrew Richard Larkin (left) and Michael Edward Larkin, of Tarwin Meadows were both killed during World War One. of Korumburra.

Sydney died at Courtney’s Post, Gallipoli and George died of gunshot wounds in a hospital in Cambridge in August 1916.

He was wounded at the battle of Fromelles.

Andrew and Ed Larkin were the sons of Michael Larkin of Tarwin Meadows.

Ed was in the 8th Light Horse and was killed in the attack on the Nek at Gallipoli in August 1915. He has no grave.

His brother Andrew of the First Field artillery was killed in Belgium in July 1917. He is buried in Lijssenthoek Cemetery. Ed is re-

membered on the Lone Pine Memorial.

Dennis Chillingsworth was a young Englishman who enlisted in Sydney but gave Leongatha as his home.

He was in the 1st Battalion and was killed in action at Pozieres, France, in August 1916. His brother Leonard was from Mount Eccles and he was killed in action at Gallipoli.

Leonard and Dennis Chillingworth had another brother in the AIF. All three went to Gallipoli in the first contingent.

Howard Chillingworth went through the whole

campaign and was decorated for gallantry in the field.

Three other brothers served in the English forces. One of these brothers, Ernest Chillingworth, was in the Royal Warwickshire Regiment and was killed on August 17, 1917. He is buried at Tyne Cot Cemetery.

This family lost three sons from six as a result of this war.

While they were not brothers, two men from Finland were living in the Leongatha area when they enlisted.

Oscar Saario survived the war and returned to South Gippsland. He has many descendants in the area today.

Arvo Tornroos was less fortunate. He was killed in action on October 5, 1918 in one of the last battles the Australians took part in. He was working for the McPhersons of Wooreen before the war.

It is fitting these men are being remembered and some of their stories are being told.

Photographs of many of the men from the black marble honour roll in Leongatha Memorial Hall will be on display from April 25 at the Leongatha Mechanics Institute.

Radiology Services at Gippsland Southern Health Service GSHS to Bulk Bill Radiology Services for Concession Card Holders from May 5, 2015 With the redevelopment of the Leongatha Hospital site and a substantial investment in new equipment in Radiology Services, Gippsland Southern Health will be further improving services to the community. With support from our Radiology provider Medical Imaging Australia (MIA), GSHS is pleased to introduce the Bulk Billing of radiology services for all holders of concession cards.

To ensure that accessing radiology services at our Medical Imaging Department is as easy as possible for the community, the current practice of charging concession card holders a $5 fee and requiring patients to return their Medicare cheque to GSHS will cease. From Tuesday May 5, all concession card holders will be bulk billed for radiology services and, GSHS will process the Medicare forms – this means there will be no need for patients to deliver any Medicare cheques to GSHS. GSHS Billing change to Pay on the Day GSHS is committed to providing excellence in care to our community and we are very pleased also to be able to offer new billing arrangements for patients who do not have a concession card.

From Tuesday May 5, 2015, patients who do not hold a concession card will be requested to Pay on The Day for all radiology services. This means that patients will not have to wait for an invoice to be sent to them but will be billed by MIA and, upon payment, will be able to have their Medicare forms processed on the spot by GSHS. This new payment option provides a simple, streamlined approach to accessing Radiology Services at Gippsland Southern Health.

5 things to remember when you attend GSHS for Radiology services from May 5: ? Present your government endorsed concession card to ensure you are bulk billed and do not have to pay anything. ? We are requesting payment on the day of service for those people without concession cards ? MIA will be billing Radiology patients on behalf of GSHS ? Our Medical Imaging Department and Services will continue to run with MIA as our Radiology Service Provider ? You can access GSHS Radiology services with a Doctor's referral.

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Four years away Charlie defied wounds to come home CHARLIE John O’Neill survived gunshot wounds in World War One to return home to Korumburra.

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The father of Korumburra man John O’Neill, he was a member of the 48th Infantry Cadet Company based in Korumburra before enlisting for overseas service on April 13, 1915.

Mr O’Neill was attached to the 2nd Field Artillery Brigade, Reinforcement 8.

After initial training at the Broadmeadows camp, the unit embarked for Egypt on September 15, 1915 onboard HMAT Marakini.

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Shapland had come to Australia from England with her family on the same ship in 1911.

The ship was later renamed the Port Nicholson and torpedoed by a German submarine in the English Channel.

The unit was sent to the large AIF Camp, Tel el Kebir near Cairo, Egypt, for further training. Whilst in camp, several of Mr O’Neill’s friends from Korumburra arrived at the camp from the battle of Gallipoli, including Henry Pam. Mr Pam’s father was the Korumburra photographer whose photographs of South Gippsland soldiers from World War One are now in the AIF collection at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, and also in the Korumburra RSL rooms.

Mr Pam’s father donated the collection to the people of South Gippsland in memory of Henry, who died of wounds received on the Western Front on October 1, 1917.

The unit became part of the defence of the Suez Canal, based in Palestine to deter Turkish and German armies following the defeat of the Anzac and British armies on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

Before sailing to France, the unit was stationed at the AIF Camp, Zahareich near Alexandria. The only recorded blotch on Mr O’Neill’s record was the receiving of two days “confined to barracks” for smoking while driving a team of horses.

The battalion arrived in Marseilles, France on April

29, 1917. Mr O’Neill was promoted to bombardier on July 31, 1917. A bombardier was in charge of bringing horse drawn artillery guns and ammunition to the firing line.

Also serving in France, although probably unknown to Mr O’Neill at the time, were his future brother in-law Sam Shapland from Foster, with

the 38th Battalion, and his sister Theresa’s future husband Charlie Terry, who was an engine driver with the Australian 60th Broad Gauge Railway Battalion.

Mr O’Neill was wounded by gunshot on the Western Front at Strazeele on May 15, 1918. He named his farm in Kardella Road, Korumburra,

Strazeele.

He was sent to a hospital in Canterbury, England to recover from wounds and on December 21, 1918 rejoined his company in France on garrison duties.

Mr O’Neill returned to Australia on the SS Suffolk on April 12, 1919 and was discharged in Melbourne on November 14, 1919.

Long time waiting: a photo of Korumburra’s Charles John O’Neill on the day the Armistice was signed in 1918 while on leave in England with his fellow soldiers. He is standing at the back of the photo to the immediate right of the heater flue, looking towards the camera.

He sent the photo to his sister Theresa, and wrote on the back of it, “My Dear Sister, Just a few lines to let you know I am quite well. Hoping that this PC will find you all the same. Well Theresa I bet mother is pleased at the war being over.

It is a godsend for everyone to have this lot over.

“Well Theresa we should all be home by next Xmas that is if we are all spared.

Theresa the Aussies are going for garrison duty on the Rhine. It will be some place believe me. We are all supposed to leave here tomorrow to go to France.

“It will be all right going there now as Fritz won’t be throwing any iron foundry at us. Theresa I hope you prayed for the lucky soldiers to come through this terrible war. All the news for now. I remain your loving brother Charlie.”

Saved by his boots

By Sarah Vella FOSTER’S Jim Wilson has a strong family connection to World War One. His father, Sergeant Percy Wilson served in the war, which he spoke about at the opening of the South Gippsland at War – 1914 to 1918 exhibition at Foster recently.

“My father did not go to Gallipoli. Early in 1915 his parents received white feathers in the mail,” Jim said.

“They were symbols of cowardice sent to families whose sons had not enlisted in the Australian forces.

“A family conference decided that as the elder son Hugh was the sole doctor at Foster and was married with a young family, my father should be the one to volunteer.”

Percy Wilson subsequently went overseas with the 24th Battalion.

The troops slept in hammocks below deck, however Percy suffered from claustrophobia and slept in a lifeboat on deck for most of the journey.

On November 21, 1915 while the ship sailed through the Red Sea, Percy inadvertently left his size 14 army boots on deck. “The next morning, the sailors who swept the decks between 4am and 5am swept his boots overboard,” Jim said.

“His diary relates that ‘they are now at the bottom of

the Red Sea with the Pharoah and his chariots’.”

Percy was unable to obtain a further pair of boots on the ship or subsequently in Egypt before his battalion left to fight at Gallipoli, where his battalion lost about one third of its personnel.

“I am thankful that it may be due to the loss of a pair of size 14 army boots that I and my family are here today,” Jim said.

“He subsequently fought in France and Belgium as reinforcement with the 8th Battalion until his discharge on November 4, 1919, after he had served 1403 days overseas and a total of 1610 days since his enlistment.”

Percy received a Meritorious Service Medal and a Mentioned in Dispatches signed by Winston Churchill as secretary for war.

It was given by Field Marshall Sir Douglas Harg for gallant and distinguished service from King George V in high appreciation for his services.

“My family was represented at Gallipoli by two of my

mother’s cousins who had a German surname,” Jim said.

“They were determined to show their loyalty to the allied cause by volunteering for dangerous missions and both lost their lives as a result. Such are the fortunes of war.

“Let us not forget the Australian troops, who lost their lives and their comrades from New Zealand, England and India who fought alongside them at Gallipoli. May those who died in the service of their country rest in peace.”

Family connection: Foster’s Jim Wilson stands beside a photo of his father Sergeant Percy Wilson, who fought in World War One. Sgt Wilson’s story is on display as part of the South Gippsland at War – 1914 to 1918 exhibition at the Foster Museum.

Private’s family to visit Loch RELATIVES of a former Loch soldier whose grave was recently discovered in Belgium will attend Loch’s Anzac Day service.

The bodies of Private Henry Huntsman and Private Charles Eacott, formerly of Longwarry, were in unlabelled graves, after they were killed by a shell attack during the

battle of Ypres.

Their gravestones, in a war cemetery in Belgium, will no longer hold the anonymous phrase “A Soldier of the Great War”, but will now be formally recognised.

Private Huntsman’s nephew, now 92 and a World War Two veteran, will be among the relatives present at Loch.

The service at the cenotaph near the old post office will start at 10.30am.

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Three flags to fly at Leongatha

By Laura Gibb LEONGATHA RSL is marching with three flags in the centenary year of the Gallipoli landings including the Australian, New Zealand and the RSL. In addition to the Australian national anthem, to be performed

by Leongatha’s Russell Hemming, the New Zealand national anthem will be sung at the Leongatha Anzac Day service.

“We’ve been singing the New Zealand national anthem for a few years and now we’ve got a flag as well,” RSL manager Anne Davies said.

A dawn service at the Leongatha cenotaph on the corner of McCartin Street and Michael Place will begin at 6am.

Students from Leongatha Secondary College will give a brief address; Paul Stampton will play the bagpipes; and South Gippsland Shire deputy mayor Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks will play the bugle.

A light breakfast at the RSL clubrooms in Michael Place follows.

At 10.30am, people may meet at the Smith Street entrance of the RSL for a march leaving at 10.45am.

Wreaths will be laid at the cenotaph at 10.55am.

A commemorative service begins inside the Leongatha Memorial Hall at 11am.

The guest speaker is historian Lyn Skillern.

Anzac Day, Leongatha: Leongatha RSL manager Anne Davies, left, and Leongatha RSL committee person Noel Laing, with the flags of Australia and New Zealand and a commemorative tapestry made by Christine Corbridge of Mount Eccles.

We will remember them SOUTH Gippslanders are invited to attend Anzac Day events across the region this Saturday.

With this year marking the centenary of the Gallipoli landing, RSLs and other service organisers are presenting extra special ceremonies.

Full details of each event below.

• Bass: A dawn service will be held at 5.45am at the Bass cenotaph followed by a gun fire breakfast at Bass Memorial Hall.

• Cowes: Dawn service at 6am.

Gunfire breakfast at Cowes cenotaph at 6.45am. March from Cowes Cultural Centre at 10.30am to cenotaph in time for the main service from 10.40am. Guest speaker is Dennis Frank, president and founder of Fallen Diggers Inc., a not for profit organisation researchsing the battles of both world wars. Noon to 4pm performances from the Pipes and Drum

Band, Anzac Youth Choir and The Valeries, at Phillip Island RSL. • Fish Creek: 11am start. March to the Fish Creek cenotaph for a short service. A full service and performance will be held at the Fish Creek Hall.

• Foster: March 10.25am step off at Foster RSL Club. Commemoration service at 11am at Foster War Memorial, refreshments after at the RSL. • Inverloch: Dawn service 6am at Inverloch RSL, Bolding Place. Gunfire breakfast by Lions Club following dawn service at Inverloch RSL. Commemoration service 10am (access at 9.30am), Inverloch Community Hub. Veterans’ march and wreath laying following the service, A’Beckett Street to cenotaph. Barbecue lunch, Two-up, band, historical displays following the march (bar opens at 12pm at RSL Hall.

• Kongwak: A service will be held at 10am at the monument at the Kong-

wak Hall, followed by morning tea at the gazebo in the park.

• Korumburra: Dawn service and wreath laying 6am (5.45am muster), cenotaph, Coleman Park, Queen Street. Breakfast provided by Korumburra Scouts following dawn service at Scout Hall, Queen Street. Commemoration service and wreath laying at 10.30am at cenotaph.

• Leongatha: Dawn service 6am at the cenotaph, corner of McCartin Street and Michael Place, followed by a light breakfast at the Leongatha RSL. A march will step off at 10.45am at the Leongatha RSL, starting from Smith Street. Wreath laying at 10.55am at the cenotaph. A Commemoration service will be held at 11am at Memorial Hall and refreshments after at the RSL. • Loch: A commemorative service at 10.45am at the Loch cenotaph near the Loch Post Office.

• Meeniyan: March 9.15am step off

at Meeniyan Hall, Whitelaw Street.

Commemoration service 9.30am at Meeniyan cenotaph, Whitelaw Street, refreshments after at the RSL. • Mirboo North: March 10.15am step off in Ridgeway opposite police station. Commemoration service 10.30am at Town Memorial, Baromi Park, Strzelecki Highway. Refreshments after at the RSL, Grand Ridge Road East.

• Mount Eccles: A 2pm commemorative service will be held at the Mount Eccles Hall followed by an afternoon tea.

• San Remo: 11am at the cenotaph on the foreshore (opposite the supermarket). Guest speaker is Jim Coulter, recent recipient of the French Legion of Honour, that country’s highest military award. Jim flew Sunderland Flying Boats during World War Two. Vietnam veteran John Methven OAM will be master of ceremonies. There will be a speaker from Newhaven

College. Refreshments will be served afterwards at the Westernport Hotel.

• Tarwin Lower: A midday service at the cenotaph in River Drive, followed by a flag raising and playing of The Last Post.

• Toora: 6am dawn service at the Toora cenotaph followed by breakfast at the Toora RSL clubrooms. There will then be an 11am commemorative service at the cenotaph followed by lunch at the RSL clubrooms.

• Welshpool: 9.30am commemorative service at the Welshpool cenotaph followed by morning tea.

• Wonthaggi: A dawn service is being held at 6am at the Wonthaggi cenotaph followed by a gun fire breakfast at the RSL Hall, Graham Street.

Marchers to gather at 9.45am at the RSL Hall, Graham Street and proceed to Soldiers Reserve and the cenotaph for a 10am service, followed by light refreshments at the RSL Hall.

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Mount Eccles to honour its men FOR people attending the Anzac Day service at Mount Eccles this year, the event will carry personal significance.

Many of the visitors will be related to the men whose names feature on the honour boards hanging in the Mount Eccles Hall.

The hall will host the local tradition that has occurred every Anzac Day since 2008.

Guest speaker will be

Vietnam veteran David Mynot who will talk about his experiences in that war and his visit to war graves in Europe. His wife was a relative of J. Heintz, a man on the World War One honour roll.

Young Katy Calder of Mount Eccles will recite a poem.

Hall secretary Jenny Draper said at least 10 people often travel from beyond South Gippsland to attend the service.

One of them is Bob Sproull, the sole surviving

man with links to Mount Eccles to serve in World War Two, and now of Lang Lang.

“We hold the service because there are still a lot of people related to the people on the honour boards,” Mrs Draper said.

Len Price and hall president Jim Spinks share a link with the honour board.

Len’s father Bruce Price is named on the World War One board, along with Len’s uncles Graeme, Malcolm and Lindsay Price.

Bruce and Lindsay served two years in the

Middle East and a further two years in New Guinea.

The Prices also happen to be the uncles of Jim’s wife Pat. The hall is 110 years old in 2015 and the small community is proud to be part of the 100 year celebrations of the landing at Gallipoli.

On April 22, 2001 the main World War One honour board was put back on the wall after being refurbished and repaired by brothers Keith and Geoff Hogan.

The hand carved, three piece IOR Honour Board was made by their father Ar-

thur Butler Hogan, a wood carver, when he was living at Hogans Corner.

Many of the photographs were missing or in bad order.

Keith and Geoff, and Geoff’s wife Mavis attempted to trace missing photographs and repair the board.

They added seven names and photographs to the board, as well as any replacements.

Five of these were in the unused spaces on the left board and two others were added on the main board where photographs of two soldiers proved unobtainable.

Five of the names added are from the list of men who enlisted after the board was made. The other two, Len Amiet and Oswald Sagassar, are mentioned on the honour board from the Mount Eccles School.

At the same time, the honour boards for men killed in World War One and the Mount Eccles Primary School honour board were also cleaned and maintained.

These boards are a feature in the hall and include many names well known in the community, including Riseley, Hogan, McKean, Cosson, Dowling, Amiet, Rasmussen, Griggs and many more.

The board notes the following men as killed during World War One: W. Hyghgate, A.M. Hogan, F.H. Munns, L. Chillingsworth, E.W. Riseley and H. Cosson.

In 2008, the hall committee decided it would be appropriate to hold an annual Anzac service in the hall.

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Pat Spinks spoke at the first service about the lives of the men on the main World War One honour board.

David Lewis, then a shire councillor, recited the ode and flowers were placed below the board to honour the men. Thirty people attended that afternoon service; a mixture of locals and descendants of ex-servicemen on the boards.

At the conclusion, afternoon tea was served by the committee.

This year’s service will be held at 2pm and afternoon tea will follow. All members of the public are welcome.

The service is held in the afternoon to not take away from the importance of services held by the local RSLs.

Meeniyan invites community Family connections: Mount Eccles Hall president Jim Spinks (left) and resident Len Price with a wall hanging created by Mount Eccles’ Christine Corbridge ahead of the Anzac centenary service.

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Leongatha Secondary College Band will provide music.

The sergeant at arms will be Graham Kelly and the catafalque party will be made up of sailors from HMAS Cerberus.

The ceremony includes a laying of wreaths, Meeniyan and District RSL president Heather Scott said.

“We are keen to involve our local community,” Ms Scott said.

“We invite every local organisation in Meeniyan and the surrounding area to send one or more representatives to lay a wreath.”

She said around 60 wreaths are usually laid.

Following the service, Meeniyan and District RSL invites the community to sit at a table in Meeniyan Hall for a brunch of barbecue foods, sandwiches and slices.

Entertainment will be provided by Tarwin Valley Primary School students, Meeniyan Ecumenical Choir, Serenity and Andrew Sisters Tribute.

Artwork, poetry and photos by Tarwin Valley Primary School students will be on display.

“Tarwin Valley Primary School has been preparing drawings,” Ms Scott said.

“They have also been making poppies and banners.”

Ms Scott said the RSL has obtained a rare tree, a Wollemi pine, for the school.

“We’re going to plant a memorial tree in the grounds of the primary school to commemorate the centenary of the Gallipoli landings,” Ms Scott said.

The Wollemi pine was around in the time of the dinosaurs and was thought until recently to be extinct.

Tarwin Valley Primary School already has a lone pine.

For information about events on Anzac Day, contact Tarnya Wilson on 0427 647 473.

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Soldiers’ stories to be told

By Brad Lester FIFTY photos will hang in the Leongatha Mechanics Institute this Anzac Day. The exhibition will be a tribute to some men from the former Shire of Woorayl who heeded the call to defend the British Empire during World War One. The photos are of soldiers listed on honour rolls in Leongatha Memorial Hall.

They all died during or as a result of the war until the hall opened in 1926.

There are 152 names on the black marble honour rolls and the Leongatha Historical Society is now researching each man to share on the society’s webpage later this year.

But for now, the society has found photos of 50 of the men.

Two years in the making, the display by the society has been overseen by historian Lyn Skillern and will include a display of war medals, memorabilia, and families’ stories and photos.

“To be able to look at the soldiers’ files and find out about them is just amazing,” she said.

Visitors can learn about four nurses from the Leongatha area who served in the war: Mary and Ruby Carmichael of Stony Creek, Olive Morris of Leongatha and Victoria Caroline Myers of Koo-

rooman who was based at a repatriation hospital at Caulfield, Melbourne.

Ms Skillern will be a guest speaker at Leongatha’s Anzac Day service, when she plans to show a short film of the opening of Memorial Hall.

The society has the gavel used by General ‘Pompey’ Elliott, a commander at Fromelles, to declare the hall open.

Fromelles was the first major battle fought

by Australian troops on the Western Front, in France. The encounter claimed the lives of 13 men from Leongatha.

Recently, relations of Edwin Issac Barrett, who lived at Nerrena, came to the society to donate photographs of him and his family.

Mr Barrett was 24 when he enlisted in Leongatha in February 1916. He died of wounds received at Mont St Quentin on September 18, 1918, so close to the end of the war. He died in hospital in Rouen and is buried in St Sever Cemetery Extension in Rouen.

Mr Barrett was the recipient of The Distinguished Conduct Medal, a medal second to a Victoria Cross and awarded to non-officers. On October 4, 1917 he was at Broodseinde, Belgium, and inflicted many casualties on the enemy.

He is just one of the men who will finally have his story told to a wider audience nearly 100 years after he died.

Remembering them: Leongatha Historical Society members Lola Bailey (left) and Lyn Skillern welcome the public to inspect the society’s special Anzac exhibition. They hold the gavel used by General ‘Pompey’ Elliott to open Leongatha Memorial Hall in 1926.

Inverloch plans spectacular event AIRFORCE planes will fly over Inverloch this Anzac Day. The Inverloch RSL sub-branch has confirmed planes from the Royal Australian Air Force base at East Sale will add an arousing touch to the mid morning service.

Bob Sutton, the chairman of the RSL’s Anzac committee and a Vietnam War veteran, said, “One hundred years since the original landing at Gallipoli is something to be acknowledged.”

Commemorations will begin with a dawn service at the Inverloch RSL at 6am, including a candle tribute to World War One soldiers who enlisted at Inverloch.

“We could only find 10 men who enlisted at Inverloch but there were only 200-250 people in town at that stage,” Mr Sutton said.

The Australian flag will be raised, followed by a free gunfire breakfast of bacon and eggs courtesy of Inverloch and District Lions Club.

Sub-branch president and World War Two veteran Trevor Scott will read a letter from his uncle Jack Crole to Mr Crole’s mother and sister, penned just two days before Mr Crole

was killed at France during World War One. Mr Crole’s name is on the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing in Belgium.

At 10am at the Inverloch Community Hub, a service will be held featuring the Wonthaggi U3A choir, guest speaker Alex Roberts of Pound Creek talking about her experience at Gallipoli, a piper and hymns led by the Salvation Army’s Kevin Meredith and Simone van Gaalen.

Music teacher Andrew Paxton will lead the Inverloch Primary School choir in a song.

A reading will be given of the experience of World War One nurse Lily Stewart during the war.

The service will be followed by a march down A’Beckett Street and possibly the airforce contingent flying overhead, followed by wreath-laying at the cenotaph.

Lunch will be served by the Inverloch and District Lions Club at the RSL hall at a cost, followed by an afternoon of two up and music by the Buffalo Boys.

“The cenotaph will be decorated with knitted and crocheted poppies made by a group of Inverloch ladies.

They’ve made about 1200 so far,” Mr

Scott said.

Visitors to the hub will also enjoy the display to be staged by the Inverloch Historical Society.

The men from Inverloch who served in World War One were: Emmanuel Martin (killed in action, September 20, 1917 in Belgium), John Martin (discharged unfit, March 25, 1918), Arthur Wellesley Walker (returned to Australia, August 25, 1919), George Temple Beck (killed in action, January 20, 1917 in France), Vivian Bowen (returned to Australia, January 10, 1918), John Cuttriss (returned to Australia, January 10, 1918), Alan Neil O’Shanassy (killed in action, July 15, 1916 in France), Archer Angus Skinner (returned to Australia, January 11, 1919), William Hayes (details not available) and Albert James Moss (died of disease, May 22, 1917 and buried at sea).

Calvert William Wyeth owned Pine Lodge at Inverloch after the war but enlisted at South Yarra.

Ernest Edward Henderson is buried at the Inverloch Pioneer Cemetery and enlisted in Melbourne.

The RSL will conduct a service at Seahaven aged care home on April 24.

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By Laura Gibb MIRBOO North is commemorating Anzac Day in two parts in 2015.

An indoor service begins at 10am in the auditorium at Mirboo North Secondary College.

“We have decided we are going to go with a wet weather program this year,” Mirboo North RSL secretary Peter Fraser said.

“The only tangible link we have with World War One service people is through their children, many of whom will want to attend the service.”

Speeches will take place in the auditorium, along with singing, while the names of those who were killed scroll down a screen.

Mr Fraser said Maxine Kiel of Mirboo North RSL and the Mirboo North Historical Society have done extensive research on the men who enlisted from Mirboo North.

At the end of the service, people can file past the honour board at the memorial primary school and on into the centre of town.

At the cenotaph, the catafalque party from HMAS Cerberus will take post and an outdoor service will begin when the assembled audience is ready.

The Australian and New Zealand national anthems will be sung, along with God Save the Queen.

The guest speaker will be serving officer on HMAS Cerberus James Goold, who is from a local family.

A laying of wreaths will follow.

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By Tayla Kershaw AT the outbreak of World War One, local timber inspector Henry Somerset enlisted at the age of 44.

Showing respect: from left, Kongwak’s Heather Cruickshank, Betty Anderson, Graeme Brown and Bill Anderson have organised an Anzac Day service at 10am for all members of the community to attend.

Kongwak recalls heroes

By Tayla Kershaw KONGWAK residents will gather at the hall at 10am to commemorate the Anzac Day centenary.

As part of the 100 year celebration, Dick Smith will be reading passages from a history book created by Korumburra’s Moon family.

These passages will relate to the names on the Kongwak cenotaph.

“The Moons have gone to quite a lot of effort and have recognised the identities in Kongwak and the history in the area,” Kongwak community group’s Graeme Brown said.

“It covers the whole area and it’s very interesting.”

Les Cruickshank will also be saying a few words about his grand-

father’s history and the history of Heather Cruickshank’s grandfather Bill Conn.

A member of the community will be selected to give out poppies and raise the Australian flag, which will be followed by a wreath laying.

Everyone is then welcome to attend a morning tea at the gazebo in R.N. Scott park, across the road from the Kongwak hall.

Mr Somerset is the great grandfather of Wonthaggi’s Maggie Malone, a volunteer of the Wonthaggi RSL. He enlisted on October 6, 1915, with the rank of Sergeant as part of the Australian Mining Corps.

According to an article in the Powlett Express, February 20, 1912, Mr Somerset was “the first person in charge of mining operations on the field and sunk the first shaft in connection with the State Coal Mine”.

The Australian Mining Corps was raised within the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) around August/September, 1915.

It is known the manning of the unit specifically included a proportion of members from the mining industry and allowed enlistment up to the age of 50 to capture the experienced men the corps would need to fulfil the role.

Of those enrolled from Wonthaggi and district areas, 27 per cent were in their twenties, 40 per cent in their thirties and 27 per cent in their forties.

On arrival in France, the Australian Mining Corps was disbanded and the first, second and third Australian Tunnelling Companies were raised from the original three companies.

Some of the technical members of the Australian Mining Corps were used to form the equally independent Australian Electrical and Mechanical Mining and Boring Company (AEMMBC).

Mr Somerset arrived in Marseille,

France, and sent his wife Mary a postcard reading, “All well, arrived safely, Dad.” A later photo of Mr Somerset in his uniform has a note from him on the back reading, “the coat I wore when the oil bottle saved my receiving a bullet in the thigh, the hole in the pocket show plainly.

Dad.” He was discharged July 18, 1919, at the age of 49.

His certificate of discharge, dated March 15, 1920, states he was discharged in consequence of his being medically unfit, not due to misconduct.

He received a Meritorious Service Medal for outstanding service.

The Somerset family was integral in settling the area.

Mr Somerset, his wife Mary (Conlon) and two daughters May and Isabella had arrived in the Powlett River area in the early 1900s.

Isabella became the first children’s school teacher in tent city in 1910.

May married Michael Malone and raised a large family in a miner’s cottage in Wonthaggi until the early1930s, when she purchased a farm in Ruby.

Mr Malone is said to be one of the first workers on the mine and cut the first stick of timber used underground.

It is said that Mary Somerset, Mr Somerset’s wife, did tea leaf readings in tents.

Mr Somerset’s story is part of an overall display set up in the Wonthaggi Library by the Wonthaggi RSL. Together with photos, there will be lists of casualties, tunnellers and those awarded medals from Wonthaggi and surrounding districts.

Books on loan from the RSL will also be available for viewing, along with maps and other material.

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Wonthaggi shows Anzac spirit WONTHAGGI’S Anzac Day celebrations are already well underway.

A public display has been arranged in the library on Murray Street, which includes photos, maps and books.

Today at 2pm (April 21), a dedication ceremony will be held for the fallen in World War One. On Anzac Day, an extended dawn service will take place from 5am until 6am.

The names of the fallen from Wonthaggi and the district will be read by Wonthaggi RSL president David Weeks.

This will be followed by a gunfire breakfast.

The march will begin outside the Wonthaggi RSL on Graham Street at 9.45am.

The march will take those involved up to

the cenotaph.

Community groups such as the Wonthaggi CFA, SES scouts and girl guides will participate in the march, led by the Wonthaggi Citizens Band.

Everyone is invited to march, particularly young veterans, and attend the commemorative service, with former MP Alan Brown as the guest speaker.

RSL spokesperson Rod Gallagher is expecting a good turnout this year.

Light refreshments will be offered at the RSL after the ceremony.

The RSL also hope to be selling Anzac Day badges, which will be patterned with tunneller colours.

These are to commemorate the miners from Wonthaggi, Korumburra, Jumbunna and the district who were enlisted in the Great War due to their mining expertise.

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By Stuart Biggins AMONG the rituals of Anzac Day, the words “Lest we forget” loom large.

Brothers in peacetime: from left, Tony and Andrew Moon with the same topographical map as used on the battlefield. They are able to pinpoint where those named on the cenotaph in Korumburra fell.

Two years ago, as he reflected upon those words he had uttered during the Anzac service at the cenotaph in Korumburra, Tony Moon decided the words rang hollow.

“We really had forgotten,” he said.

Foster to host ball FOSTER will start a weekend of Anzac Day celebrations on Friday, April 24 with a cabaret ball.

Bruce Lester, president of the Foster RSL, said the sub-branch is asking people to dress up in World War One style regalia for the evening.

“The evening will be full of dancing and festivities reminiscent of the time,” he said.

Also on Friday, RSL historian Michael Heal and Sergeant Carol McQueen will address the students at South Gippsland Secondary College and present students who completed research on Foster’s fallen soldiers with Anzac medallions.

On Anzac Day, Foster’s service starts at 11am.

“This year the march will be headed by members of the Yanakie Campdraft Club representing the Light Horse,” Mr Lester said.

“This is particularly appropriate as the founding president of the Foster RSL Roy Paterson and several other locals were members of the 8th Light Horse.”

The 11am service will be held at the town’s cenotaph. Following the Anzac service, the ceremony will continue at the Foster War Memorial Art Centre.

There, guests will be entertained by music and singing from Rebecca Bone and Fiona Curram, as well as an Anzac service.

This year, the address will be provided by Lieutenant Commander David Lassam.

“He has been doing some research on the 8th Light Horse, which will be the focus of his address,” Mr Lester said.

After the service at the arts centre, people are invited to attend the RSL clubrooms for refreshments and a barbecue lunch, while several RSL members will go down to Prom Country Aged Care and complete another service for residents.

Michael Strong, Fiona Curram and Rebecca Bone will provide entertainment for the residents.

On Saturday night, a football match will be held at Foster under lights between Foster and Toora.

Mr Lester said the players will go

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through a similar ceremony to one held before the Collingwood and Essendon game.

“Myself and Toora RSL president Rod Coughran-Lane will be assisting there,” he said.

“Following the footy match, a game of two up will be held in the clubrooms.”

On Sunday, April 26, the Foster Arts, Music and Drama Association will be putting on a one act play called, The Catafalque Party at the arts centre.

Foster playwright Edwin Coad wrote the play.

The Catafalque Party will be staged as part of the Anzac centenary commemorations as a prelude to Larry Hills’ cantata, They Went With Songs.

The performance is at 3.30pm.

“Foster’s Anzac Centenary Committee helped raise funds for the play,” Mr Lester said.

Sunday will also include a performance by the South Gippsland Brass Band in Foster’s main street. They will play at the same time as the Seachange Festival’s longest lunch.

“Little was known about any of those lives named on the cenotaph and it seemed time to change that.”

That was the instigation of a book with the working title, Far from Home, which will chronicle the lives of the 230 men whose names appear on the cenotaph.

The book is written

by Tony and his brother Andrew.

Two and a half years in the making and heading towards 900 pages, the launch of the book, originally intended to coincide with the centenary of Anzac Day, has been put back to November 11, Remembrance Day. In the meantime, interest in the book is so high the Moons are busy fielding enquiries and presenting to groups including the Korumburra Probus Club.

The work involved in bringing the stories behind the names to life has been a complex undertaking, according to Tony.

He cites the case of the one J. Smith listed on the cenotaph.

There were 4800 J. Smiths who enlisted in World War One, two from this area.

He remarked the cenotaph was also far from complete, given that men were still dying in the 1960s from war injuries.

“And that is just the physical impact; no one comes home from war the same,” Tony said.

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ows where conditions were rudimentary, standards of sanitation were not of the highest order, illness was rife, mumps especially, and death was not uncommon.

Each soldier listed on the cenotaph has his war story told.

Tony points out records from the Western Front were highly detailed, whereas those from Galipolli were less so.

The book gives heart wrenching insights into the suffering the war inflicted upon South Gippsland.

Having lost her only son, there is the mother who wrote relentlessly to the office of war records for many years seeking information.

“You can tell from the letters her state of mind,” Tony said.

“We can’t imagine what these people went through.”

Unit war diaries grid reference where bodies fell and cartographers at RMIT are developing a program which will enable visitors to the battlefields to stand at an exact spot and say, “Here fell J. Smith from Korumburra.”

The extraordinary journey the Moon brothers embarked upon two and a half years ago gives fresh meaning to the granite obelisk in Coleman Park, Korumburra.

Tony and Andrew will give a presentation updating progress on their book at the Church of England hall on Bridge Street at 7.30pm this Friday night, April 24 (Anzac Day eve).

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his son as he left to do his bit for the empire.

The father himself enlisted soon after, joined his son in the same unit and was alongside him when he was shot fatally.

The father buried his own son on the battlefield but was never to recover and had to be discharged.

“It has been an interesting project to say the least and I have learnt a whole lot that you take for granted,” Tony said.

The book’s chronological arrangement adds intensity.

Leongatha lost six men in six minutes at the Battle of the Nek. Korumburra’s worst day was July 19, 1916 at the Battle of Fromelles, the AIF’s first engagement on the Western Front.

Fought by the 59th Battalion recruited largely from this area, by July 20 there were 300 casualties.

Nine lives were lost.

The region suffered heavily nearby at the Battle of Pozieres and once the telegrams began arriving by the end of 1916, the town of Korumburra was grief stricken.

Those who enlisted were in the main miners, labourers, farmers, bank clerks, railway workers and teachers.

There are 10 sets of siblings.

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Fishy played its part TWENTY five men from Fish Creek enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force during World War One. Of those, at least six were killed in action or died of their wounds.

Leo Clement O’Kelly, a 28 year old teacher was one of the men who enlisted and embarked from Melbourne with the 8th Battalion, 17th reinforcement on April 4, 1916.

On August 19, 1916 O’Kelly was declared wounded and missing.

He had been captured by German forces at Pozieres with grenade wounds to both of his legs, his head and his right arm.

He was detained at Gutersloh.

In September 1916, he wrote a letter to the AIF paymaster.

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“Could you send me same – payment for same to be deducted from my deferred pay. I think I should require the biggest size as I am six feet high.

“Thanking you in anticipation. I am yours faithfully L. C. O’Kelly.”

On April 17, 1917 Red Cross records indicate O’Kelly was transferred from Gutersloh and was exchanged to Holland on October 13, 1918.

By November 1918, he had arrived in England as a repatriated prisoner of war and was admitted to the 2nd General Hospital in December of that year.

In early January 1919, O’Kelly was again admitted to hospital for pneumonia and was assigned convalescent leave until March 11.

On April 1 he was discharged from hospital and on May 29 he left England for Australia.

He arrived in Melbourne on July 22, 1919 and had his appointment in the AIF terminated at Melbourne on September 5.

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The Spirit of Anzac exhibition opened on Friday at the Cowes Cultural Centre.

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An Anzac Youth Choir has been arranged by music director Kirk Skinner, incorporating children from across the region.

Poetry will be read at 5.30am during the dawn service at the newly landscaped Cowes War Memorial on Anzac Day, and local cafes will be open by 6am.

A gunfire breakfast will be held at the cenotaph in Cowes at 6.45am, including egg and bacon rolls, tea and coffee.

The Anzac Day parade will march down Thompson Avenue at 10am in time for the main service at 10.40am.

Officially starting at 11am, the commemorative service will include speakers

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From noon until 4pm, Anzac celebrations will continue at the RSL with a pipes and drum band, the youth choir and The Valeries.

Other events include Bridge to the Wetlands, where the Anzacs veterans’ headstones will be identified with a special centenary poppy tile.

The Anzac Heritage Trail project is also coming along and will promote local commemorations of local men and women who served in the forces. Some of the historic places to visit in the Bass Coast region include cemeteries, historic and genealogy societies, the National Vietnam Veterans Museum, RSLs, community halls and cenotaphs.

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If you want to avoid feeling like you’re living in a tent, now is the time to get your house sorted for winter.

Ten tips to keep warm: 1. Seal up all the gaps. Windows and doors can leak in substantial volumes of cold air. But some simple draught stoppers fitted in or around door and window frames and at the bottom of doors can make a huge difference.

2. Stop the gaps around internal doors. If you have rooms you are not heating, such as laundries and bathrooms, you should draught proof these too, so that when you close them off, there’s no unwanted air leakage happening.

3. Cover those windows. Singlepane glass has little insulation value,

so you’ll need to cover it to keep the cold air out (or warm air in), especially overnight. The idea is to provide an airtrap between the window covering and the window. That’s why heavy curtains that extend across to the sides of the windows, and down to the floor are recommended.

4. Use the sun. Harness nature by drawing back the curtains and blinds during the day to letting the sun’s rays warm up the house, especially if you have north facing windows.

5. Floor coverings. Timber floors really became popular a decade or so ago and show no signs of waning.

They can be a bit cold in winter though, especially if there is no insulation underneath. So it’s time to roll out the carpet, or the winter rugs at least.

The good news is, in summer you can lift them up and store them.

6. Buy a caulking gun. And a tube of no more gaps, or three. Attack any gaps with the vengeance of any angry

bee. Remember to look up high, and down low. If you clean up any overfills straight away with a damp cloth it saves a bit of difficulty later.

7. Throw me a blanket. Keep a couple of throws draped over the back of your lounge to use when you’re watching tele. Even a light blanket will make you a lot warmer.

8. Insulate your ceiling. So much heat is lost through uninsulated ceilings that it’s a no brainer to get this sorted. Make sure you use a reputable installer though.

9. Set the thermostat. The experts say 18-21 degrees is warm enough for the inside of your home in winter. Keep in mind that every degree cooler you make the house can save you about 10 per cent on your energy bills.

10. Shut it out. Close air conditioning vents, and cover up with some cardboard and bluetack, or a similar removable covering, any permanent vents on your walls.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 25

Winter WARMER!

Experienced team: the team at Archies Creek’s Williams and Burns Contracting can help you find the perfect heating and cooling system to suit your needs.

Stay comfortable this autumn WILLIAMS and Burns Contracting specialises in the design, supply and installation of heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

The mechanical service operates out of Archies Creek.

Whether it’s a new gas heating system or one of a number of options available in split systems, the 25 years in business has helped the company gain status as a Mitsubishi diamond dealer.

The company only deals with the best of brands and will only install quality brand equipment.

You can choose reverse cycle condition-

ing, ideally suited for the home or office.

This system gives complete control over the climate in summer and winter.

Choose either ducted systems, which is a comprehensive solution and provides air conditioned comfort to a regulated temperature throughout new or existing homes, or split systems, which are a modern slim line air conditioner that can be less obtrusive and give you exact control over the temperature in any given room.

Gas ducted heating can be installed throughout the home using LPG or natural gas.

It can be zoned to different areas depending on the needs of the client.

Williams and Burns also offer refrigerated add on cooling to compliment the gas ducted system and existing LPG systems can be converted to natural gas.

Ducted vacuum systems improve the indoor air quality and environment.

The beauty about a business like Williams and Burns is the work is done by locals, with the company providing employment opportunities in the region, as well as helping young people begin their careers.

Heading residential and small commercial projects is Sam Turner.

Sam started and completed his apprenticeship with Williams and Burns Contracting and has been

with the company for 10 years.

He has worked on and site managed projects varying in size from domestic to large commercial projects.

Sam is now coordinator of the residential and small commercial projects division. He will work with the client from the design stage through to installation and commissioning to help get

the best outcome in heating and cooling needs.

The business currently has seven apprentices employed. It is a small, yet dynamic, company working in both regional and metro areas throughout Victoria.

A heating and cooling system may be one of the most valuable purchases made for a business or home.

It is not only important to get the right heating and cooling system, but it is just as important to service and maintain the system.

Williams and Burns has a full team of qualified staff and technicians available to ensure you get the help you need.

If your air conditioning or heating system is not properly maintained you

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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.

Drivers still ignore mobile phone law NEW Transport Accident Commission research shows illegal mobile phone use while driving is falling, but more than half of Victorian drivers still admit to using

their handheld devices at the wheel.

The TAC has ramped up its pleas to drivers to stay off their phones after 56 per cent of respondents in a survey of nearly 1000 Victorian drivers conducted late last year admitted to

illegally using their phones while driving within the previous month.

While the figure had decreased from 62 per cent since the previous year’s survey, TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said it showed many Victorians

No go zone: the Transport Accident Commission and Victoria Police are reminding motorists to avoid their mobile phones while driving.

were ignoring the deadly link between distractions and road trauma.

“Unless drivers are totally focussed on the task at hand, they are not in a position to respond to something unexpected like a pedestrian stepping out onto the road or a car stopping in front of them,” she said.

“We have already seen too many instances where that second or two of inattention has resulted in death or serious injury.

“The responsibility for reducing road trauma is shared by every road user and being attentive at all times when using the road network is part of that responsibility.”

Victoria Police figures show the number of infringements issued for illegal mobile phone use had fallen from 59,353 in the 2012-13 financial year to 46,375 in the 2013-14 financial year.

Victoria Police assistant commissioner for

Cyclists, please ride safely WITH the popularity of cycling in South Gippland, VicRoads is reminding cyclists of actions they can take to reduce their risk of being involved in an accident.

Rather than using arterial routes, cyclists are urged to take parallel roads and back streets as these are quieter and more pleasant to ride.

Cyclists should always scan the

road to know what is going on, particularly at intersections and roundabouts, and remember to indicate which way they will travel.

Cyclists are governed by the same rules as other vehicles, including stopping at all red traffic lights and stop signs.

Mobile phones should be kept hands-free and cyclists are urged to not wear ear plugs to ensure they are aware of their surroundings.

Remember to stay visible. Cyclists can easily disappear in the blind spots of larger vehicles and are harder to see at night.

VicRoads remind riders to be aware of where they position themselves on the road, and ensure they ride with lights and reflective gear.

On shared footpaths, cyclists are urged to give way to pedestrians. Let them know you’re there, slow down and leave them plenty of room.

road policing Robert Hill said lifting the penalty for using a handheld mobile phone while driving to four demerit points and $433 had made many motorists rethink using their phones while driving.

“It appears that people are starting to take the message around distractions on board but we need the Victorian community to make this behaviour as socially unacceptable as drink driving,” he said.

“Looking at a down-

ward curve won’t come as any comfort for the families or friends of the next person to die because someone couldn’t wait to take a call or read a text.”

Of the regional respondents to the TAC survey, 14 per cent said they had read a text message while actively driving in the past month and eight per cent said they had written a text while driving.

Reading and writing text messages while stopped at the lights was

more common, with 36 per cent saying they had read a text at the lights. Eighteen per cent said they had written a text while waiting for a green light.

Females (52 per cent) were more likely to say they never made or answered calls while driving than males (41 per cent).

Drivers aged 26 to 39 were most likely to use their phones while driving, with only 28 per cent saying they never made or answered calls.

Share thoughts on roadside memorials PEOPLE wanting to provide feedback on the installation and placement of roadside memorials are being urged to go online and have their say now.

In early April VicRoads launched an online consultation hub to better understand the community’s thoughts about the placement, installation and management of roadside memorials.

Since that time, more than 1000 people have visited the site, 150 comments have been posted and 1500 votes have been cast.

VicRoads director of policy and standards Andrew Wall said the consultation hub would be extended until Sunday, April 26.

“We’ve received feedback from a range of people who have provided a variety of differing views on the topic of roadside memorials,” he said.

“We are extending the consultation

period to ensure that we have a robust number and range of responses so that we are able to consider all viewpoints.”

The VicRoads Roadside Memorial Policy has been in place for more than 15 years and is being reviewed to ensure it is aligned with and meets community expectations.

The policy provides guidance on the installation and placement of roadside memorials on the arterial road network in Victoria.

“The review was prompted by feedback from members of the community and seeks to better support and respect the needs of all those affected by death on our roads,” Mr Wall said.

To have your say go to http://consult. vicroads.vic.gov.au/roadside-memorial Summaries of the feedback provided online will be available on the consultation hub by mid-June and it is anticipated the new policy will be in place by the second half of the year.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 27

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fireplace, Nectre freestanding, cast iron wood burner with reinforced cooktop, high ceilings and bamboo floating floor.

A laundry chute is also included.

The home is split level and designed with all aspects of living in mind.

Two bedrooms downstairs have an adjoining ensuite with a walk in shower, double vanity and separate toilet.

These rooms flow onto the large living space with feature fireplace and then head upstairs to the study/ office through to the main kitchen dining and living space, with two large bed-

rooms, bathroom and toilet upstairs.

Opportunities exist for dual living, B&B, farmstay accommodation, parLandmark Harcourts ents retreat, or simply Leongatha separate living quarters for your family Glenys Foster and guests when they 0477 622 298 come and stay.

The opportunities are endless due to the unique split level layout of the home. studio, di chicken hi k run, over 20 The property boasts over fruit trees, grape vines, and 50 acres of excellent pasture shedding. with abundant water includThere is a double carport ing five dams and troughs leading into a mudroom and throughout.

Undulating plenty of areas outdoors to with pasture aplenty and entertain. excellent hay paddocks the The garden is low mainproperty is easily accessible tenance with beautiful lawns by car or foot via a centrally and large, mature, decidulocated laneway/private ous trees, native flora and road. abundant native wildlife.

This leads to a stand This property is excepof heritage listed Elm trees tional value. where the original Clestron With too much to menhomestead once stood. tion, it is a must see and will This place holds great not disappoint. historical significance Centrally located, it is a within the local shire as it is 90 minute drive South East where the original pioneer- of Melbourne, and only a ing ‘Ogilvy’ family once half an hour drive, either lived. way to the Latrobe Valley or The 360˚views are un- the pristine south coast. surpassed in their magniA property that ticks tude as you can see from all of the boxes, it would the snow to the sea in one accommodate any small glance. farming or other business Quintessentially country, venture.

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• 3 bedroom weekender on ½ an acre • Open plan living, country style kitchen • Lock up garage, established trees & gardens

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Situated on the famous tourist trail that is the ‘Grand Ridge Road’, Clestron is only 6 kilometres from the beautiful township of Mirboo North.

On offer is a peaceful lifestyle away from the city, close to the coast, valley and mountains, but best of all is the opportunity to integrate into the welcoming community of Mirboo North.

The features and opportunities are endless.

A bespoke, country style kitchen with all the modern conveniences includes Richmond Belling dual fuel range cooker, a fully integrated Smeg dishwasher, Ceasarstone bench tops, a walk in pantry and a custom made island bench.

A Servery window looks onto the entertainment deck.

The large open plan living and dining includes polished hardwood floors, new carpets, a reverse cycle air conditioner/heater, a large wood heater, French doors leading onto a large outdoor deck and cathedral ceiling, with exposed beams.

An additional lounge and entertainment room includes a feature stack stone

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Four bedroom home on Prime development opportunity ITH three road frontages including rear W 11 productive acres LEONGATHA lane access, zoned general

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The home offers four bedrooms including main with ensuite, lounge with solid fuel heater and reverse cycle air conditioning, spacious kitchen/ dining, dishwasher, electric cooking, bathroom with both bath and shower, and double garage opening into the house.

Outside you will find an undercover north facing deck overlooking the land and surrounding rural countryside, 7m x 4m bungalow, as new colourbond shed (10.6m x 9m x 3.6m) plus original farm buildings including an old dairy and piggery.

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residential, and land size of approximately 1000 sqm², this is a prime development opportunity, STCA.

Any which way you look at it, the purchase of this ideal land bank is an investment opportunity not to be missed.

Inspection is by appointment only.

In a first rate location, it is opposite a corner store on one side, tennis courts, swimming pool and recreation reserve facilities on another.

Better still, it is a short easy walk to the town centre and bus stop.

The existing dwelling is a two bedroom home with separate lounge and kitchen.

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The quality of this “builders own” home is evident throughout and lends itself to family entertaining.

Open plan with timber a main feature, the kitchen offers gas and electric cooking, dishwasher, generous pantry, cupboard and bench space also brekky bar.

The dining / living area is large and roomy enough to seat the biggest family comfortably and opens to a formal lounge with bay windows that take in the views across the district; there is also a study adjacent to the formal lounge. g

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Ceiling fans are in all bedrooms along with space heaters to keep bedrooms comfortable.

A reverse cycle air conditioner and solid fuel heating takes care of the rest of the home.

A two room studio, separate to the home with its own bathroom, could also be used for accommodation when visitors arrive.

Outdoors, the full length verandahs are a great place to have a barbecue or just sit and take in the views on offer.

The acreage is undulating and has primarily been used for grazing stock although there would be no reason why horses couldn’t be kept.

There are stockyards and a race, fencing is good, so too is shedding with a lock up shed/workshop, three bay machinery shed, plus small wood and tractor shed.

Located 17 kilometres from the Leongatha P.O. on predominately sealed road, this property truly offers more than we can list here.

To arrange a personal inspection to see everything for yourself please call Peter Bellingham at SEJ Leongatha.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 31

Backyard Bl tz

Enjoy your great outdoors this winter

THE last couple of years we have seen the trend move away from the cordylines, flax and other grasses back to the cottage garden with flowers and colour.

It is good to see the cottage gardens are back in vogue and the return of many of the old fashioned favourites like Japanese anemones, foxgloves and delphiniums.

Japanese anemones (also known as windflowers) are a great plant at this time of year. They flower profusely under trees and are tough and hardy. Colours are white single or semi doubles to mauve/pink variations.

Foxgloves and delphiniums give height to the perennial garden and are good value as they are both available as seedlings.

However when growing delphiniums it is often a good idea to grow them in pots until a good size, and snails and slugs love delphinium seedlings.

Canterberry bells can also be planted now but get in quick as seedlings are limited.

We have had some terrific weather lately with beautiful sunny days and cool nights, and the deciduous trees have turned on a fantastic display of colour.

Lipstick maples are one of the best trees for autumn colour followed closely behind by liquid ambers.

They offer a wonderful display of red foliage whereas liquid ambers can vary from reds to a mixture of red, orange and yellow.

These trees all grow very tall but if looking for smaller trees you can get good colour from crab apples, forest pansy and crepe myrtles and of course the Japanese maples.

Many shrubs will also give a good autumn display and some of the best include blueberries, oak-leaf hydrangeas and viburnums.

Blueberries are long lived and are an attractive addition to any garden. Not only do they have blue/black berries that are full of anti-oxidants, they also have delicate bell shaped white/pinkish flowers in spring and brilliant foliage colours in autumn.

To grow successfully, plants prefer a free draining acid soil with lots of added organic matter and slow release fertilizer and as they are shallow rooted, they benefit from mulching.

The oak leaf hydrangea (hydrangea quercifolia) is another old fashioned plant that originates from the United States and was introduced in 1803.

It has large white, flowers in late summer and will tolerate and thrive in much sunnier positions than other hydrangeas.

It will also tolerate drier conditions but does not like wet feet, so needs a well drained position. In autumn the oak leaf hydrangea puts on a stunning display of brilliant red, orange, yellow and burgundy.

There are a huge variety of viburnums available and one of the most common varieties is the snowball tree (viburnum opulus) or the Guelder rose.

This shrub is easy to grow, has loads of white flowers in summer and is rich with colour in autumn.

Another variety to look out for is a form called Notcutts’s variety which turns from lovely coral pinks into golden yellow and lime green. Other shrubs which give great autumn colour include mollis azaleas and crepe myrtles, and one of the best climbers is the ornamental grape vine.

In the vegetable patch there is still plenty that can be planted. Seedlings of broccoli, cabbage, kale, cauliflower and brussel sprouts can be planted now.

Brassicas do grow slower at this time of year but are not troubled by the cabbage moth due to the cooler weathers.

Spinach and silver beet also grow well over the cooler months and are great health

Tis the season: Jessica Gania with colourful blueberries - her favourite fruit. foods. Plant seed or seedlings and protect from birds.

Onions, leeks and garlic can also be planted now and they like lime added to the soil. Broad beans are also a popular crop that is planted at

this time of year.

There are three varieties readily available: • Aquadulce – a hardy variety that can withstand heavy frosts and gives an early harvest of tasty, white,

One stop shop: Kelly Hughes from Burra Garden Supplies displays the enormous range of mature trees available instore and on special now.

Also on special are a great range of fruit trees and roses.

When you are in, don’t forget to talk to Mark Unthank who has a wealth of knowledge and can make sure you get the most from your garden this season.

Be quick as Burra Garden Supplies’ sale is only on while stocks last.

seeded long pods; • Coles Dwarf - strong sturdy plants which carry a heavy crop of tasty beans; and • Gippsland Giant – a recently developed broad bean with longer pods and larger seed than traditional varieties.

Broad beans are gross feeders so prepare the bed well with plenty of organic matter and potash. They need good levels of calcium and magnesium to grow so prepare the soil with lime or dolomite before planting.

When companion planting, broad beans like brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce and spinach but dislike garlic and onions.

If you want autumn colour inside the house it is hard to go pass the rex begonia. This is another old fashioned favourite that has had a major resurgence.

Rex begonias are grown almost exclusively for their foliage; their blooms tend to be small and less showy, so many growers pinch off blooms to maintain breathtaking leaf displays.

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The musical, They Went with Songs is composed by Larry Hills of Wonthaggi, and tells the story of a soldier being recruited and going overseas to fight.

Mr Hills, whose 2010 composition, A Miners’ Requiem was well received, spent more than three years writing They Went with Songs in time for the centenary of the Gallipoli landings.

“I researched a lot of books and poetry to get ideas,” Mr Hill said.

The songs tell the soldiers’ stories using their own words, found in poems written during and after the war, and in the letters and diaries of South Gippsland people.

“Carol Thompson brought me letters from her uncle who trained at Broadmeadows,” Mr Hills said.

“Also, Dorothy Warren’s uncle was killed in the war. She transcribed all of his letters and diaries for her family.

“He was so impressed the soldiers sang all the time. He said, ‘The last bird I heard sing was a magpie,’ and he looked forward to hearing it again.

But he never came back.

“You hear the heroic stories but you don’t really comprehend how many Aussies died in the war.”

Taking aim: the cast of the catafalque party to appear in They Went with Songs. From left, Phoenix Milnter, Dylan Albrecht and Zavier Evans.

Mr Hills decided his composition would follow a narrative of country boys being recruited.

Each movement tells another part of the story of a country boy who is recruited at home, goes away to be trained and travels across the world to war.

The song Waiting depicts soldiers waiting to be called to arms and families at home waiting to hear what had happened.

Another song, The Soldier’s Kiss portrays the strong bond a soldier had with his horse and his sadness when he had to kiss it goodbye.

“A woman said to me, ‘You have to write a song about horses, because Gippsland sent more horses than anywhere else in Australia. And none of them came back’,” Mr Hills said.

The performance will feature more than 90

voices from Bass Coast Chorale, Prom Coast Singers, South Gippsland Singers and a ‘soldiers’ chorus, along with a South Gippsland orchestral ensemble.

The performance will incorporate an exhibition of historical images.

The production will be performed three times during the Anzac Day weekend: on Friday in Wonthaggi, on Saturday in Leongatha and on Sunday in Foster.

The concert is on: 7.30pm in the Wonthaggi Town Hall on Friday, April 24 (tickets at RACV Wonthaggi, 0402 727 364); 7.30pm in Leongatha Mesley Hall on Saturday, April 25 (tickets at Great Southern Outdoors, 0490 525 482); and 3.30pm in Foster War Memorial Arts Centre on Sunday, April 26 (tickets at Main Street Revelations, Foster, 0408 675 467).

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Corey stars in Pippin The 19 year old Wonthaggi boy completed Year 11 at Newhaven College in 2014.

He doesn’t think he will do Year 12 at this stage, but he might like to join the army one day.

Like many young men his age, Corey is wondering what his future will bring and where he’s headed.

He’s looking, he says, for something a little out of the ordinary in life and from the outset it seems he’s well on his way.

Unlike his brother Tom who in 2014 played Jesus in WTG’s Jesus Christ Superstar (JCS) and has had many years of music and vocal training, Corey is relatively new to theatre, dance and to musical productions,

though he was in last year’s ensemble of JCS. He’s taken on a mammoth challenge. He’s a bit of a jock - he loves footy, sport and socialising and he nearly didn’t audition for Pippin because, he said, the competition was too tough.

“I’m not a trained dancer, so I thought ‘No way, I won’t get into Pippin’,” he said.

Pippin is a funky dancefocused production. It’s sexy and quirky.

For Corey, a season of footy with Dalyston seemed a more likely option for him.

But some of Corey’s friends and mentors from the theatrical group were keen for him to audition.

They said Corey was ideal for the role and would bring a cheeky innocence, empathy and energy to the stage.

When Corey did audition, it was apparent to the director Corey was indeed ideal for the role of Pippin.

“Corey has a great look and more importantly his

personality and style is very similar to Pippin - he can relate very well to the character,” director Karen Milkins-Hendry said.

So who is Pippin and what is this man about?

“Pippin is a young man on an ambitious quest for an extraordinary life… and for Corey, this is not at all far from where he’s at in his own journey,” Karen said.

Corey said, “I feel like it’s me being me. Pippin is on a quest for something different, something extraordinary. That’s what I want!”

Corey is now in his 12th week of rehearsals and he’s getting pretty excited about the show. He’s learnt lots and said this is the best experience of his life, so far.

“The role is really challenging on so many levels,” he said.

But, he explained, he is surrounded by an amazing network of support, from both within the cast and from the musical theatre

and acting fraternity. He feels embraced by the theatrical group and absolutely supported.

Rowena Wallace, gold Logie winner for her role as Patricia, ‘Pat the Rat’, in Sons and Daughters, has been helping Corey with character development and Corey is loving this interaction.

“There’s a song in Pippin, Corner of the Sky. Rowena was talking me through the lines so I could really feel the song. She put her books down and almost cried with the emotion of that song. and then I did too,” he said.

The biggest challenge for Corey, however, has been staying on the straight and

narrow during the demanding rehearsal schedule.

Cognisant of the importance of maintaining his voice, his energy and his commitment to the show, Corey has had to pass on a few parties.

He joked he was in bed by midnight on New Year’s Eve because he had to front up at 9am for a session with the director.

“I’m young and I do want to go out and have fun.

But at the moment I have to look after my voice, so I stay healthy,” Corey said.

Come and see Corey Green as Pippin in the production Pippin at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre in June.

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Farming Insight

Family event: from left, Dumbalk’s Charlie, Richelle and Ian Hengstberger have been impressed by the cattle prices and were hoping to sell 100 Angus steers at Koonwarra.

Quality stock: from left, father and son farmers from Tarwin Lower, John and Phil Western, were happy with the numbers at the Koonwarra saleyards on Thursday, where they were looking to sell 200 Angus calves.

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Farmers attended the day hoping to sell well with good prices or buy cattle.

Landmark’s Terry Ginnane said there was a big yarding of cattle for the time of the year, with some of the most high end beef on offer he had seen before.

“The increased beef prices we’ve been getting are reflected in the store prices,” Mr Ginnane said.

“The best well bred feature line was met with strong competition.”

Ian Hengstberger of Dumbalk said the year had been good for cattle prices. He was looking to sell 100 Angus steers with his wife Richelle.

The Hengstberger family and the Western family from Elm Valley had some of the highest prices on the day.

“There was good local competition and most of the cattle were sold locally,” Mr Ginnane said.

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Steers: Adval P/L, Anderson, 15 x $1210; B. & M. Macqueen, Loch, 5 x $1200; G. & J. Wallis, Kongwak, 11 x $1190; Golden Gully Farms, Morwell, 5 x $1150; Annette & Wolfgang Kleinert, Koonwarra, 7 x $1150; B. Horn, Mirboo North, 3 x $1125.

Heifers: L. & L. Vale, Toora, 3 x $920; J. Skehan, Woodside, 5 x $850; C. Coleman, Homewood, 8 x $840; W. Heldens, Buffalo, 1 x $800; C.W. Littlejohn, Mirboo, 12 x $800; N. Belcher, Woodside, 10 x $745.

Cows: P. Richards, Lance Creek, 1 x $480.

Cows and calves: K.J. & S.J. Fythe, Wonga Wonga South, 2 x $1510; Wilkur Nominees, Koorooman, 8 x $1300; N.B. & L.J. Smith, Pound Creek, 3 x $1210; Glenwarn Past Co, Nyora, 1 x $1160; Mount Angus Stud Pty Ltd, Trafalgar, 10 x $1070; C.E. & C.A. Bye, Kilmany, 2 x $1010.

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Prices rise despite plainer quality THERE were approximately 3300 export and 700 young cattle penned representing an increase of 1600 head week on week as producers responded to last week’s price jump.

There was a full field of buyers present and competing in a dearer market.

Quality overall was plainer than last sale with some very good grown steers and bullocks on offer and a much larger selection of secondary cattle and manufacturing steers. The young cattle suited to the trade sold 2c to 6c/ kg dearer on what was a very mixed selection.

Grown steers and bullocks showing good finish sold 5c to 10c/kg dearer while a larger proportion of steers lacking finish sold at similar prices week on week. Heavy weight Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers improved 2c to 4c/kg.

Most weights and grades were represented in the 1200 cows and competition softened due to the numbers available. Cow prices eased 5c to 15c and up to 20c/kg in places. Heavy weight bulls sold to strong competition lifting 4c to 5c/kg.

The vealers sold mostly from 210c to 262c/kg. Yearling trade steers made between 236c and 256c/kg. Yearling heifers suited to the trade sold returned 216c to 252c/ kg.

Grown steers made from 224c to 263c/kg. bullocks sold from 220c to 265c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers made between 205c and 220c with the crossbred portion between 205c and 249c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows sold between 136c and 172c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly between 160c and 200c after a top of 208c/kg. Heavy weight bulls sold from 219c to 268c/kg.

The next sale draw - February April 22: 1. Landmark, 2. David Phelan, 3. Rodwells, 4. Elders, 5. SEJ, 6. Alex Scott & Staff. The next sheep sale is April 22 at 1pm.

Prime Sale - Wednesday, April 15 BULLOCKS 17 ADK Fabrications P/L, Phillip Island 19 S. Beaton, Pound Creek 16 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 14 Rumridge Pty Ltd, Mt Eliza 8 J.S. Forsyth, Narracan 14 R.J. & C.M. McGill Family Trust, Kongwak

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COWS 18 D.R. Hall, Budgeree 3 R.K. & W.J. Horner, Inverloch 11 Oceanway Past, Inverloch 1 S.J. & C.A. Carbone, Thorpdale 1 D. & B. Kallady, Gelliondale 11 Gippsgraze Pty Ltd, Inverloch

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HEIFERS 3 D.C. & L.J. McNaughton, Korumburra 370.00kg 2 P. & L.A. Whiteside, Leongatha 352.50kg 11 T.J., C. & L.J. Smirl, Leongatha 329.09kg 1 A.W. & B.J. Buckland, Fish Creek 380.00kg 3 G. & R. Jarvie, Hazelwood 421.67kg 4 Northside Pastoral, Inverloch 477.50kg

257.6 $953.12 257.6 $908.04 257.2 $846.42 252.6 $959.88 250.0 $1054.17 250.0 $1193.75

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$2381.64 $2385.58 $2054.00 $2176.72 $2360.72 $2159.82

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Farming Insight

Landcare to celebrate duo of bird communities and their conservation in the Strzelecki Ranges.

She has undertaken her bird studies on many Landcare properties within the area.

Importantly, Ms Brammar is passionate about sharing her studies.

She has given talks about her research to the Mount Worth Landcare Group, Three Creeks Landcare Group, Korumburra Landcare Group, Nerrena Landcare Group, Andersons Inlet Landcare Group, Kongwak Landcare Group and South Gippsland Plant Conservation Society.

Ms Brammar grew up at Strzelecki and developed a love for the local environment through her family’s interest in the land. Over the time Ms Brammar has lived at Strzelecki she has observed many changes in the local landscape through revegetation projects on their own land, including the return of different bird

species.

At university, Ms Brammar has followed up this personal interest in making the transition to a career direction through studying birds as part of her university studies. Her honours project (LaTrobe University 2012) investigated how birds respond to ageing revegetation on private property in the Western Strzelecki Ranges.

Ms Brammar is passionate about the Strzelecki Ranges and hopes her studies will both inform and inspire landholders to be aware of what’s going on and involved in helping the birds of the region.

“When I am in the field conducting my PhD research, if I see the landholders I try to go up and have a chat with them about what birds I have seen on their property and where,” Ms Brammar said.

“I also send out species lists to participating landholders which they are

usually most appreciative of. I have been of the view there isn’t much point doing research unless the community can hear about it for they, after all, are the ones that can do something about it.

“Over the past couple of years I have given talks, I hope that by making this work known in the community, it will help to make a difference to bird conservation in our region and encourage landholders

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to undertake further conservation works on their properties.

“My hope is that this research might assist to inform future land management strategies and policies for the conservation of a diverse bird community in human dominated environments in both the Strzelecki Ranges and abroad.”

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10,000 plants on one enormous hill and trialled pregerminated direct seeding on the site.

Excitingly, researchers study the Giant Gippsland Earthworms on Mr Enbom’s farm and world renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough visited to film the Giant Gippsland Earthworm as part of his Life in the Undergrowth documentary.

Additionally, Mr Enbom has dedicated many hours to Landcare through participation on the Bass Coast Landcare Network Board and the Community Weeds taskforce.

Ms Brammar has been nominated in the Young Landcarer or Sustainable Agriculture Innovator category for her work studying birds in the Western Strzelecki Ranges.

Ms Brammar is currently undertaking a PhD project investigating the relative influence of different land-use trajectories on the composition

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Brian Enbom of Jumbunna and Cara Brammar of Strzelecki will be recognised at an event at Traralgon to be hosted by the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority.

The Landcare in West Gippsland Green Carpet Showcase awards will feature 25 Landcarers in five categories.

Anthony Carbines, parliamentary secretary for the environment, will be attending to present the awards.

Mr Enbom has been nominated in the individual Landcarer award category for his amazing and long lasting contribution to Landcare.

As a founding member of the Korumburra Landcare Group, Mr Enbom has been a steadfast presence at the group’s regular planting events for 20

years and has been president of the group for 15 of those years.

Under his leadership, the group has maintained a steady membership base of 50 members.

“Brian has a great ability to communicate with all types of farmers and tree changers and has been instrumental in recruiting new volunteers to Landcare,” West Gippsland Landcare Groups coordinator Dave Bateman said.

“Brian’s life work makes him one of the most committed people in the Landcare movement.

“He has hosted people from all parts of the world to look at the great Landcare work he and partner Cheryl have achieved”.

Mr Enbom’s property is a great example of a sustainable beef farm. All the creeks have been revegetated and fenced from cattle, and all paddocks have shelter.

In the past five years he has planted more than

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Personal effort: Brian Enbom of Jumbunna has been nominated in the individual Landcarer award category in the West Gippsland Green Carpet Showcase awards.

Mike chairs Landcare network BASS Coast Landcare Network board has welcomed the election of its new chair Mike Cleeland.

He has been involved with the Bass Coast Landcare Network since its inception, and is a long time, active volunteer with the Landcare movement.

He is also well known as an enthusiastic dinosaur fossil hunter, enemy of weed infestations and poet, amongst his many other skills.

“Bass Coast Landcare Network, like Landcare across Australia, has been facing challenging times,” Mr Cleeland said.

“Landcare suffered significant funding cuts at last year’s federal budget which we do not want to

Enthusiastic chief: New Bass Coast Landcare Network chair Mike Cleeland (right) and his wife Pip Cleeland. see repeated this year. This put significant financial and other pressures on our organisation’s efforts.”

Mr Cleeland said the board and the organisation would continue to adapt and make changes

as needed.

“As chair I want us to continue to work together with our volunteer landcarers, helping farmers and others improve the economic and environmental value of their land, and building community skills and ties as we go,” he said.

On behalf of the board, Mr Cleeland thanked outgoing chair John Cumming and several other board members who have recently stepped down.

“We’ve just had good news in that the Victorian Government has announced the continuation of some funding for Landcare facilitator positions. We also very much appreciate the continuing support we have from Bass Coast Shire

Council, West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, Port Phillip and Westernport Catchment Management Authority, Westernport Water, GDF Suez Mitsui and Co and all our other partners,” Mr Cleeland said.

“Landcare has always worked predominantly as a volunteer movement, but funding to support innovative programs and new initiatives makes a huge difference.

“We are looking forward to other possible announcements in the near future. Landcare across this region welcomes new members and new participants in all our activities.

We look forward to enquiries from anyone who may be interested in joining our efforts.”

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Real Estate Sales - Inverloch We currently have an exciting opportunity for a sales person to join our growing agency. A job share would be considered for suitable candidates.

We are looking for a motivated and determined professional who is able to offer a service that is second to none and has the ability to exceed client expectations.

We are offering unlimited earnings potential and will reward high performance.

To be considered for this position you will have: • Current driver’s licence • Outstanding communication skills • A passion for Real Estate & a hunger to succeed.

• First class negotiation skills, infectious enthusiasm, an abundance of energy and a positive attitude • The ability to work most weekends Please direct applications or enquiries to Adam Leys on 03 5674 3977 or email adaml@stockdaleleggo.com.au.

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc invites applications for the following position:

Qualified Educator Casual Relief Positions A Certificate III in Community Services (Childcare) qualification is mandatory and a Diploma of Community Services (Childcare) is highly desirable. As part of our commitment to maintaining a child safe environment, applicants must provide a current WWC (Working with Children) check. The commitment to providing an exceptional level of quality education and care in a safe and nurturing environment is paramount.

Detailed position descriptions are available on request.

Applications close Friday 24th April 2015 All enquiries (between 10am and 4pm to: Ms Dina McMaster – Co-ordinator Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc 244 White Road WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Ph: (03) 5672 5151 bass.coast.cc@kindergarten.vic.gov.au

STORE MANAGER COWES MITRE 10 Our purpose is to provide our local and surrounding communities with a Mighty Helpful experience in a dynamic and challenging retail and trade hardware market.

The Opportunity Do you want to build a long and rewarding career with a great Australian brand and iconic local business?

Are you a strong self-motivated leader looking for an opportunity to establish a high performance culture to manage the business through a period of significant transformation? Our team is the heart of our business and we seek a self-motivated leader to drive performance.

The Position Reporting to the CEO – Capeview Hardware, the Store Manager will be responsible to lead and oversee the sales and profitability growth of the business. Key areas of responsibility in addition to general operational management include staff management, stock control, store sales, marketing and planning, administration processes and legislative compliance.

Your main accountabilities are: • Develop the leadership capability of the store management team for future career and succession planning.

• Promote a team culture which encourages a positive working environment and maintains adherence to Mitre 10’s values • Develop, manage and implement appropriate strategies to maximise sales and grow market share, including promotional activities, adequate staffing levels, stock levels, merchandising etc.

• Lead and oversee the daily store operations of the management team and direct reports and maintenance of the store’s operating system.

• Comply with all Health & Safety Guidelines and Procedures in accordance with current legislation.

• Ensure staff are performing to required company standards on customer service, dress code, security, product knowledge, OH&S etc.

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• Training and Development – we are committed to high level investment in training to ensure you have the knowledge and resources to succeed in the role • Competitive Package – an appropriate remuneration package will be negotiated commensurate with skills and experience If you have a passion to succeed through the empowerment and performance of your team then this is the role for you.

Please direct enquiries now to the Chief Executive Officer, Tony Cruickshank by sending your application to tony.cruickshank@cv-m10.com.au Applications close on Friday 1st May 2015. Only those successful in making it through to the next recruitment stage will be contacted.

Disability Support Worker Morwell or South Gippsland Part Time & Casual ASAP

______________ Are you energetic and have a wide range of interests?

Do you believe in the rights of people with disabilities to be empowered and equal citizens?

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You will provide people with high quality support that meets each person´s needs and contributes to greater independence, community participation and quality of life. You will work in the community and in the homes of the people we support in South Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley.

These part time and casual positions will assist people to complete their daily living tasks and support each person to experience and participate in a wide range of activities in the community. Hours of work may include business hours, evenings and weekend.

The successful applicants will have: • Relevant experience and skills to support each person´s communication and participation, and fulfil all administrative tasks • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment are essential • Level 1 First Aid and • Current Victorian driver´s licence, and • Certificate IV in Disability Work is preferred.

Successful applicants will also be required to provide a current and satisfactory police check for disability and a Working with Children Check.

Prospective applicants should be aware that part of the process to assess your suitability for the role will involve checking your name against the Department of Human Services operated Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme which has a Disability Worker Exclusion list. By submitting a job application you are consenting to your name being checked against the list for the purpose of assessing your job application if you are successful in gaining an interview.

Please contact us for a position description and an application form. Only applications that address the key selection criteria will be considered.

Location: Morwell or South Gippsland Closing Date for applications: Friday 1st May 2015 Contact: To enquire about the position or to apply, contact Cathy Stephenson on 03 5623 1033 or email cstephenson@scopevic.org.au

Find out more about us at www.scopevic.org.au Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer

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DAIRY FARM HAND

ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT PERSON

A FULL TIME POSITION IS AVAILABLE FOR A DAIRY FARM HAND

DISTRICT NURSING SERVICE Division 1 Registered Nurse District Nurse - Grade 2/Grade 3 and Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Limited Tenure 3-4 months - Part Time 0.6 EFT Gippsland Southern Health Service is seeking suitably qualiďŹ ed and skilled District Nurses to join our highly regarded team. The roles are to cover LSL and will be graded dependent on experience.

All applicants should have well developed clinical skills and be able to exibly work with the existing team to support the range of district nursing services provided across the community program. As a team member you will need excellent communication, time management, team work and IT skills.

GSHS provides comprehensive orientation on commencement. Staff have access to mentoring, education and support programs. All applicants are required to provide a current satisfactory Police Check, current Driver’s Licence and Working with Children Check.

If you are interested in joining a supportive and progressive team, you can obtain a position description from our website at www.gshs.com.au ConďŹ dential enquiries are welcome and should be made to Brenda McLean, NUM – District Nursing on 5654 2722.

RN positions are also available on a limited tenure basis, 0.6 and 0.8 EFT. For more information see our website.

Applications including cover letter and CV, should be sent by 4 May 2015 preferably to: Jobs@gshs.com.au or by mail addressed to: Human Resources Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953

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A job description will be provided upon request by emailing this office at count@fawpic.com.au Applications should be addressed to: The Business Manager, Fawcett & Pickersgill, PO Box 186, Leongatha Vic 3953 Closing date for applications is Friday 24th April 2015

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Community Access Workers Support Workers Volunteers Interchange Gippsland provides supports and services to children and adults with disabilities. We deliver community

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Position Descriptions and application forms for each position can be found on our website www.icg.asn.au/careers or contact us on 1300 736 765 or admin@icg.asn.au.

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tenders YARRAM Secondary College Cleaning Contract.

Tenders are invited from cleaning contractors to clean Yarram Secondary College. Cleaners must be listed on the Department of Education’s Contract Cleaners Panel and attend a site inspection to be conducted at 2pm on Friday, May 1, 2015. Contract documents available at that time. Please register attendance on 5182-5522 after Monday, April 27.

situations vacant

NOW HIRING! Drop/Collect Catalogues locally. No Selling No Outlay! 8-12 hrs/wk.

No Experience needed Call: 1300 663 161 www.pennymiller.com.au

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

A PERMANENT PART TIME POSITION (minimum of 3 days/wk - some exibility re days) at Woorayl Lodge, Leongatha Key skills/experience required: • Minimum of 2 years experience • OfďŹ ce functioning • Book keeping/accounting • Payroll/staff records/residents records • Document control Apply by close of business Monday 4 May 2015 to: CEO, Woorayl Lodge Inc 71-73 McCartin Street, Leongatha Vic 3953 (email to woorayl@internode.on.net)

Law Clerk/Assistant

Birch Ross & Barlow has a vacancy for an experienced Law Clerk/Assistant at their Leongatha office.

Duties will include administrative support to one of our busy lawyers, preparation of documents and correspondence, file management, diary management, general administrative duties and client liaison.

Please forward your application to the Recruitment Manager, Birch Ross & Barlow, 50 Bair Street, Leongatha or email hmaclean@brblaw.com.au.

Applications close Friday 1 May 2015.

BIRCH ROSS & BARLOW Lawyers 50 Bair Street, Leongatha 3953 Phone 5662 2275

POSITION VACANT

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Permanent Full Time - 40 hours per week

An exciting opportunity exists for an Admin Assistant to support the Primary Health team at our progressive rural health service. The successful candidate will work as key element of a multi-disciplinary health team environment.

To succeed in this position you will ideally possess the following skills: • Experience providing admin support to a team of managers/staff; • Ability to take minutes, act as receptionist, perform medical typing; • Strong knowledge of Microsoft products; • High level of customer service skills; • Excellent people and communication skills; and • A proactive, positive and helpful attitude.

The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory current police record check. GSHS offers a comprehensive orientation program on commencement of employment. Salary Packaging and a range of beneďŹ ts are available to staff.

A position description is available from our website www.gshs.com.au or for further information contact Jodie Duckworth on 5667 5664.

Applications including cover letter and CV should be sent by 4 May 2015 preferably to: Jobs@gshs.com.au or by mail addressed to: Human Resources Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953

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Do you want to know our local ANZAC story?

Is there a local soldier or airman in your family who lost their life in WWI or WWII? Do you wish to know more about what happened to them?

The Korumburra RSL is proud to present to you their findings on their recent research about our cenotaph and our fallen soldiers / airmen who are listed there.

Feel free to join us from 7.30pm on Friday, April 24 at the Parish Hall in Bridge Street, Korumburra for a series of presentations and information sessions about our local losses and learn more about our local ANZAC heritage.

You are also welcome to bring along relevant memorabilia for discussion.

Contact: Tony Moon 5658 1231

Scots Pioneer Church Mardan South Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon 26th April 2015 at 2pm

public notices CARIBBEAN GARDENS Market bus, Wednesday, April 29, $20 per person, leaving Korumburra at 7.45am, Leongatha at 8am, Inverloch at 8.25am. Phone Shirley 0427-738918.

DAWN SERVICE

The Korumburra SubBranch will conduct an extended ANZAC Day Dawn Service on Saturday the 25th April, 2015 at the Cenotaph located in Coleman Park.

The service will include a full role call detailing all the service personnel who paid the supreme sacrifice and are listed on the cenotaph located in Coleman Park.

They will be supported again this year by all the local schools.

The Scouts and Cubs will provide a hot breakfast.

The start time will be 0545 hrs with the service concluding at approximately 0800 hrs.

Another normal service will be conducted at the same location at 1030 hrs later in the morning.

Kevin Moon President

Achieve Success in 60 Mins

Presentation by Vietnam Veteran

Peter Fraser

Current Legacy President Supported by Local Musicians Michael Holloway and David Panther

John Simmons Clinical Hypnotherapist

Group & Private Sessions Wonthaggi - Thurs, Apr 30 Leongatha - Fri, May 1 Bookings: 5333 1565 or 1800 110 660 simmonshypnotherapy.com.au

AFTERNOON TEA IS SERVED

All welcome

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MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

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Wanted Now CARAVANS AND POPTOPS 1970s to mid 2000 models Tired of waiting for buyers?

Phone us now CASH PAID We will be in the area April 30 and May 1 Affordable Caravans Phone 5623 4782 or 0418 336 238

PUBLIC NOTICE OF PROPOSED BUDGET 2015/2016 In accordance with Section 129 of the Local Government Act 1989 the West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation gives notice that it has prepared a Budget for the financial year 1 July 2015 to 30 June, 2016, and that: a) The Corporation Board will meet at 10.30am on Friday 5th June 2015 at the Regional Support Centre, Warragul, to formally adopt the Budget subject to the right of any person to make a submission as set out in this notice. b) Copies of the budget are available for inspection at the Library Corporation Regional Support Centre, 65 Victoria Street, Warragul between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday, from branch libraries during their open hours and from the library website www.wgrlc.vic.gov.au Written submissions under Section 223 of the Act on any proposal contained in the budget are invited and will be received up until 5pm, Friday 22nd May, 2015.

Submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation, 65 Victoria Street, Warragul, 3820 or forward by email to ceo@wgrlc.vic.gov.au.

John Murrell CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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ABN 30 187 881 857 Responsible lending conditions apply

garage sales

GARAGE SALE

• 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

DORPER RAM black, 3 y.o., $80 to good home. Ph: 5668-1562 after 8pm.

Garage Sale

FRIGIDAIRE Cyclamatic 170, 2 door, excellent condition, $75. Ph: 56622608 or 0409-451542.

HAY suitable for horses, small squares, shedded, new season, $8.

Korumburra, 0458-422412.

HAY: Small squares, excellent quality, shedded.

New season, $8 each.

Secondhand treated pine posts 3-4 inch, approx 250 at $3 each. Mardan 56641320, 0428-999691.

HAY for sale, oversize small squares, good quality local hay, Foster area, $8 per bale. Phone 0429-822544.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each.

Free delivery for pack lots.

Phone Joe 0417-530662.

SUFFOLK ewe lambs (3), 8 months old. 0478-124970.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

FREE CAR REMOVAL Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal All machinery Bins provided

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593

Affordable cars at drive away prices

$27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT

CATTLE DOG PUPS Kelpie / Collie / Heeler cross.

Both parents work, $150 each. 95600004462457, 95600004463028, 95600004465863, 95600004471935.

Ph: 0438-522999.

FIREWOOD messmate / stringy. Cut, split and dry.

Min. 2 metres, bulk loads available, $100 per metre.

Ph: 0437-176187.

SUBARU IMPREZA 2008 manual, 60,000 kms, one owner, full service history.

Very good condition. $13,500. WOX676. Phone 0408-514791.

The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our

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SHIFTING HOUSE

3/2 Little Princes Street, Korumburra SATURDAY APRIL 25 In respect of Anzac Day, after 1pm only Household goods, furniture, etc.

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale.

Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale.

Phone 0447-331762.

PULLETS Old Port Poultry Farm, delivering 20 week old Isa Brown laying hens to your area Saturday, May 2, $21 each. Ph: 0438832535.

meetings Leongatha Amateur Swimming Club

AGM and PRESENTATION NIGHT FRIDAY, APRIL 24 at Leongatha Town Cricket Club rooms 6pm start

wanted to rent OLDER COUPLE seeking farm house for rental, excellent references, 56574355, 0432-278188.

thanks

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

used vehicles

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FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.

WEST GIPPSLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY CORPORATION

wanted to buy

TOYOTA 200 Series bullbar, alloy $850; arch moulds, stainless steel, new, from 08-015, $360.

5664-0037.

We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna

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SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay.

All on road costs paid.

message of hope YOU will reign. Those who receive the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the one, Lord jesus Christ. Romans 5:17b Leongatha Healing Rooms pbrailey@dcsi.net.au

marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

engagements MATHISON - BERRYMAN Paul and Melissa are excited to announce their engagement to family and friends on April 13, 2015.

Together Forever

in memoriam OTTOSEN - Peter Ronald.

25.4.1995.

When that final siren sounded 20 years ago you said goodbye to us. Time has passed, you’ve missed a lot and when that final siren sounds on Saturday, we will be thinking of you. Hope the Pies do us proud.

Rest in peace Poo, till we meet again little brother.

Graeme, Josie, Kelly and Marc.

SLANEY - Iris.

16.12.1920 - 22.4.2010.

Beautiful memories silently kept Of one that we loved and will never forget.

Love always.

Alan, Joy, Pam, Sue, and families.

thanks

Thank you Leongatha Amateur Swimming Club wishes to thank the following local businesses for their kind donations for our raffles held at our Leongatha swimming carnival on March 1, 2015.

Jess Harle Hairdressing Jean Depot Bakers Delight Leongatha Newsagency AW Smith & Sons Trulli Pizza Nagels Pharmacy

bereavement thanks DAPHNE Densley and Ryan would like to thank all those who in any way, shape or form helped them during Kerry’s illness and her passing.

To all who sent cards, flowers and food, thank you.

To the management and staff at Seahaven Inverloch and Mount Martha nursing homes, to family and friends especially Di and Jen, to netball clubs, heartfelt thanks.

A very special thank you to the Victoria Police Force for their kindness and support throughout Kerry’s career with them, you are greatly appreciated.

To Paul and Marg Beck and staff, thank you for your professionalism and kindness.

DEKKER - Ellen (nee Sinnema).

The Dekker family give heartfelt thanks to all who expressed their condolences at the loss of our dear Mum, Ellen, on the 11th of March, 2015.

Your personal messages of sympathy and support, the beautiful flowers, cards and your presence at Ellen’s funeral, truly made a difficult time easier.

A special thank you to the staff at Koorooman House for affording Ellen such kindness and dignity, and to Dr Chris Perry and the District Nurses for your care over the years. Leongatha is a wonderful community.

Thank you.

GAUDION - Joyce.

02.12.22 - 22.03.15.

Joyce’s family would like to thank relatives and friends for the many expressions of kindness, support and sympathy shown with flowers, cards, visits, phone calls and attendance at Joyce’s funeral.

Special thanks to the staff at Woorayl Lodge, Leongatha hospital, Ray Sullivan from Handley Funeral Services and Reverend Graham Knott.

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deaths BENNETT-WOOD Rosemary.

The committee and members of the Woorayl Golf Club sadly mourn the passing of past member and sponsor Rosemary.

Our sincerest sympathy to Max and family.

BENNETT-WOOD Rosemary.

Passed away April 6.

Dearest friend of Lyn and Ray Peavey and family.

Remembered forever.

Rest in peace Rose.

Terry White Chemist Browns Stock Feed Milie Surf Wear Sports First Leongatha Bairs Hotel Henriettas

35793

deaths BRUINEWOUD (nee Robinson) - Gwendolyn Ida (Gwen).

After a courageous battle Gwen died at Leongatha Hospital on Saturday, April 18, 2015, aged 73 years.

Dearly loved and loving wife of Ted for 51 wonderful years.

Adored mum of Jenny and admired mother-in-law of Phil.

Loved sister of Alan.

‘Now at Peace’ BRUINEWOUD - Gwen.

Gwen your friendship, humour, kindness, generosity, honesty, advice and support will be things that we will treasure always.

Our trips for tea, to the movies, special occasions and time spent together chatting, laughing and crying were all memorable and unique. How lucky we are to have known you and been part of your life.

Your strength, courage and love for your family was truly amazing. Somewhere over the rainbow may you always be surrounded by beautiful sunrises, sunsets, bright blue skies, gorgeous sunshine and bright shining stars. You deserve the very best ‘Lady Gwen’.

Hugs and love for Ted, Jenny, Phil, Alan, Dora, Rosie and Millie.

Loved and remembered by your friends, Terry and Wendy. XXXX DELL - Lindsay Major.

Brother of Graeme, brotherin-law to Barbara, uncle to James and Gregory and their partners Kathryn and Naomi, great uncle to Chloe, Phoebe, Erin and Lucy.

Lindsay left us on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 after suffering MS for 25 years. His passing was quick and painless.

His biggest regret would be not seeing the grandchildren grow up.

His love for his family was unconditional.

Whenever we surf at Sandy Point and see his beloved surf club that he helped establish, we will think of him.

No more pain little brother, no more pain.

FINCK (Riches) - Edna.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family following a short illness, Saturday, April 18, 2015.

Aged 80 years.

Loved Mother of Jeanette, Leanne, Cheryl and Jennie.

Fond mother-in-law of John, Trevor and Guy. Cherished Nan of Jarryd and Kristy, Cameron, Nicolas, Jackson, Tess, Gina, Isaac and Will.

Adored great grandmother of Oliver.

Always in our hearts.

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deaths PATERSON - Valentine Robert, known as Rob, Bob. 14.9.1930 - 12.4.2015.

Late of Narre Warren and Leongatha.

Beloved husband of Margaret for 59 years.

Father to Valerie, Christine and David. Father-in-law to Andrew, Jim and Fiona.

Grandfather to Rebecca and Aaron, Stuart and Tenneale; Liam and Mel, Shannon and May, Aidan and Steph, and Chelsea.

Great grandfather to Logan, Indyana, Shelby and Evelyn.

Dad is now tending to the gardens in Heaven.

We all know that he will be missed but never forgotten.

Rest in peace.

A service to celebrate his life was held on Thursday 16.4.2015 at the Bunurong Memorial Park, Dandenong South.

SMITH - Graeme Douglas.

Much loved brother of Kelvin, brother-in-law of Kathy. Special uncle of Emma, Cindy, Jackie, Trevor and their partners and children.

Will miss your phone calls and letters. Though we lived different lives your interest and help in what we did will always be treasured.

Thank you for being a great brother and uncle.

Always love you.

SMITH - Graeme Douglas.

Passed away 19.04.2015.

Our very much loved brother of Brenda and Peter.

Devoted and loved ‘Old Uncle Grae’ to Luke, Abbey and Hayley and families.

To be loved by you, so much, will live in my heart forever.

Resting without pain is all you wished for.

Till we meet again.

funerals FINCK (Riches) - A Service to Celebrate the life of Mrs Edna Finck will be held at the David W Bull Funeral Home, 190 Princes Hwy, Pakenham on Thursday, April 23, 2015 commencing at 10.30am.

A burial at the Bunyip Cemetery will be held prior at 9.30am.

In lieu of flowers donations to www.nbcf.org.au envelopes for the National Breast Cancer Foundation will be available at the service.

DAVID W BULL Funeral Director PAKENHAM 5941-4888 SMITH - The Graveside Funeral Service for the late Graeme Douglas Smith will be held at the Inverloch Lawn Cemetery on Thursday, April 23, 2015 commencing at 11am.

THOMSON - The funeral service for the late Mrs Maud Lillian Thomson will be held at Union Church, M e e n i ya n - P r o m o n t o r y Road, Fish Creek on Friday, April 24, 2015 commencing at 10.30am.

No flowers by request, donations may be made to Prom Country Aged Care.

Envelopes will be available at the service.

A private cremation will follow.

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Green house has its day THE Mary MacKillop House Athletics Shield was hotly contested all day.

Cameron (blue) lead for a large percentage of the day, however, MacDonald (green) shone brightly in the relays –

Cheer squad: front from left, Annabelle Williams, Kelly Geary, Kaden Fullton, Patrick Holian, middle from left, Travis Whiteside, Samuel Chadwick, Will McDonald, Alexia Van Delft, Emma Bowler, back left, Andrew Horvatin, James Ryan, Tom Slater, Aaron Farrell and Mikey House (top) cheered on their classmates during the athletics day at Mary MacKillop College on Wednesday.

Left, Final sprinter: Matilda Booththorp crossed the line first in U/14 relay event.

Gold glorious as the sun shines at last GOLD house was victorious but the margin separating the four houses competing in the Korumburra Primary School Athletics carnival was narrow.

Competition was keen and the enthusiasm from the stands could not have been stronger.

With bad weather preventing the carnival from reaching a conclusion in Term 1, for the teaching staff it was a relief to get the job done on what had turned out

deaths

Bren.

THOMSON (nee Skinner) Maud Lillian.

1921 - 2015.

Passed away peacefully aged 93 at Prom Country House, Foster.

Loved wife of Ted (dec).

Loved mother of Valerie and Denise, mother-in-law of David and Michael.

A prankster, still laughing to the end.

A life well lived.

Sadly missed by family and friends.

THOMSON - Maude.

Sister-in-law of Barney and Allie (both dec), aunty of Charlie and Gill, Ian and Carmel, Peter and Helen, Malcom and Jenny and families.

A lively and fun loving lady.

Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors Caring for our Community, personal dignified service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Office and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

Rest in peace.

funerals BRUINEWOUD A Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate the life of Gwen Bruinewoud will be held at our Leongatha Chapel (cnr South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street) on Friday, April 24 commencing at 11am.

Private cremation.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Leongatha Hospital would be preferred.

Envelopes will be available at the service.

which propelled them into first position.

Overall standings: • 1st MacDonald 2796 points • 2nd Cameron 2740 points • 3rd Tenison 2139 points • 4th Chisholm 1977 points

Scott and Sharon Anderson With care & dignity we serve South Gippsland and Phillip Island Main Office: WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH 176-178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi 3995 email: randm33@bigpond.net.au

5672 1074 Fax: 5672 1747

PHILLIP ISLAND 5952 5171 15 Warley Avenue, Cowes 3922 (by appointment only) Pre-paid & pre-arranged funeral plans available CARING & PERSONAL 24 HOUR SERVICE www.handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

by midday to be a fine April afternoon.

Sport co-ordinator Miss Shelley Snooks thanked the surprising number of people such sporting events depend on for their smooth running, and the large parent contingent in attendance for its support.

Gold House, which also boasted both the Boys’ and Girls’ Year 6 champions, wrested the shield away from Blue House which has held it for the past three years.

Accepting the shield Gold House captain, Ellie Stewart thanked the house for its “outstanding effort.”

Her male counterpart, Riley Olden said, “Awesome job everyone.”

Above, Ours now: from left, Gold House captains Ellie Stewart and Riley Olden return to their house with the coveted shield much to the delight of their house mates.

Right, Last orders: Red House runners receive last minute instructions as they prepare to run in the school relay.

From left, Max Fowles, Billy Wrigley and Coby Fowles with their teacher, Mr Ben Hallas.

Success story – Wonthaggi Table Tennis THE Wonthaggi Table Tennis Club has kicked another goal.

Its Access for all Abilities social program is proving a popular activity for enthusiastic local all-abilities table tennis buffs.

The program is part of the Premier’s Active April initiative and is about getting Victorians more active, all Victorians.

Each year, the Victorian government provides funding to a number of State Sporting Associations to promote pathways for people of all abilities to participate in sports.

In Wonthaggi players from around South Gippsland including the towns of Grantville, Krowera, Inverloch, Korumburra, Phillip Island (and Wonthaggi of course) come together every Thursday afternoon to practice their forehand smashes and lobs in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

The program offers the players a fantastic opportunity to have fun,

socialise and keep active.

Regulars, Nicole Fincher and Paul Drew both look forward to the weekly exercise and fun.

“I try to be active, and this is a great chance to do just that.

“It is a fun program and I enjoy the social side of it.

“Sometimes we can be a bit competitive and that is good too,” said Mr Drew.

The table tennis program is run

by Nancy Pattinson, a local disability support worker, who cites her experience as a table tennis player, state registered umpire and GippSport community coach as instrumental to her role.

Nancy admits there have been some challenges to overcome.

“Due to the various disabilities, these enthusiastic players have had to work at it to play the sport of table tennis.

“It meant different approaches

with each person.

“However, it is such a fun program that this ongoing challenge is always successful and players are so willing to learn and improve their game.

“In all my years of working with people of various abilities I have never had such an enjoyable time,” said Nancy.

The program is supported by the invaluable help of dedicated volunteers and GippSport, Connecting Skills Australia, Interchange, Headway and South Gippsland FOCAS. Anyone interested in becoming involved in an Access for All Abilities supported initiative as a participant or a supporter, can check out the Access for All Abilities First Point of Call Service, AAA Play.

It has a lot of useful information.

To speak directly with someone from AAA Play, please call 1800 222 842.

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Diggers celebrate

THE OMK Cricket Club wrapped up another successful season on Thursday night, April

9 with its presentation night at the Wonthaggi Workmens Club.

Above, Team of the year: Jake Cochrane, Jesse VanRooye, Dave Creed, Noel Creed, Peter Dell, Dave Jeffries, Alex Rose, Tom Knox, Russ White and Jason Wilson.

LEONGATHA BADMINTON CLUB Inc

2015 SEASON

Above, A Grade: Paul Dyer, fielding award; Peter Dell, bowling award; and Jason Wilson, batting award and cricketer of the year.

Right, B Grade: Alex Rose, batting; Tom Knox, fielding; Russ White, cricketer of the year; and Russ Greaves, bowling.

PRACTICE NIGHTS: TUESDAY APRIL, 21 AND 28 All players welcome.

7.30pm at ECA Centre Leongatha Secondary College,

Nerrena Road, Leongatha LEO5530014

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL RHONDA 0409 212 365

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

At Point Lonsdale

APRIL Time

22 WED

23 THUR

24 FRI

25 SAT

26 SUN

27 MON

28 TUE

height (metres)

0200 0755 1457 2025

1.58 0.17 1.79 0.54

0245 0842 1543 2109

1.58 0.17 1.77 0.54

0327 0927 1627 2151

1.56 0.21 1.72 0.55

0410 1010 1709 2232

1.51 0.27 1.65 0.57

0452 1050 1750 2314

1.45 0.35 1.57 0.61

0537 1130 1832 2356

1.38 0.44 1.49 0.64

0627 1210 1916

1.31 0.53 1.42

All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM

Above, Club awards: Murray Gow, most improved; Jake Cochrane, most promising U21; and Russ White, best clubman. Absent: Tom Eustace, most dedicated.

Right, C Grade: Jake Cochrane and Dave Jeffries, bowling; Paul Harper, batting and cricketer of the year; Don Wylie, batting; and Josh Whiteside, fielding. Absent: Gary Adams, bowling and Ben Maguire, cricketer of the year.

• SOCCER

Knights knock over Wonthaggi in Senior Men’s opener THE Leongatha Knights Senior Men’s soccer team got off to a perfect start under new head coach Brett Hamm with a hard won comeback victory at home to Wonthaggi United on Sunday afternoon.

After dominating possession and pinning Wonthaggi into its own half for the bulk of the first period, Leongatha was unfortunate to find itself down 2-1 at the halftime interval.

Against the run of play, Wonthaggi had made the most of the two defensive errors on either side of a fine headed goal by the Knight’s Scott Van Lieshout to go into the break as surprise leaders.

However, in the second half, and in spite of trailing the visitors, Leongatha was undaunted and continued to work for the equaliser that its first half play arguably deserved.

It was not to be denied.

Some fine interplay in the middle third released Leongatha’s excellent PJ O’Meara through on goal and the fleet footed forward was clumsily upended from by a United defender for a clear penalty.

The Knights’ new senior captain Darcy O’Connor sealed his return to the fold by coolly converting from the spot to level the scores at two apiece.

However, with the momentum again behind it and some fervent local support egging it on, an unfortunate collision between the Knights’ everwilling centre forward Andrew Angwin and the Wonthaggi ‘keeper would necessitate a substitution later on and a hospital visit for Angwin (ligament damage suspected).

Nevertheless, Leongatha continued to grow in confidence and would ultimately produce the telling moment of the match with just 10 minutes remaining.

Fergus Warren, enjoying more freedom having been switched from defence to midfield, latched onto a ball deep in his own half and galloped past the halfway line, leaving a handful of Wonthaggi challenges trailing in his wake.

Reaching the opposing penalty area, the midfielder found the Wonthaggi defence in disarray and his teammate Van Lieshout open at the edge of the box.

Warren laid it off for the young forward to unleash a powerful winning finish and ignite real hope of a

new dawn for the Knights in 2015.

Man of the Match: Scott Van Lieshout (two goals) Leongatha 3 defeated Wonthaggi 2 Women Leongatha 4 defeated Wonthaggi 2 The first round of the season saw Leongatha take on Wonthaggi at their home ground.

An effortless goal scored in the first two minutes of the game by Kathy set the tone for an awesome game for the Knight’s ladies.

A strong Leongatha defence proved difficult for Wonthaggi to breach and another goal from Cathy saw the Knights up at half time. The brilliant Bree and relentless Rachel both scored in the second half with a solid team behind them.

Knights would like to thank its new and old recruits for an awesome start to the season.

Under11 Leongatha 6 defeated Wonthaggi 2 The Under 11s at Leongatha have solid numbers for 2015 and went into the game against Wonthaggi with their usual level of fun and enthusiasm.

First time coach for the team,

Paris Buckley, enjoyed a 6-2 victory with players showing their new skills, sharing the ball around and developing their offensive and defensive strategies.

In his first game for the Under 11s, Robbie Reardon scored an excellent goal and an even better assist. Great team effort by all.

Under 9 We have great numbers and enthusiasm to bottle in this age group this year.

These children will be really good players if we can add focus.

Their skills improve each week and their ability is easy to see.

Due to massive growth in the club we divided the group in half versus Wonthaggi.

Isaac Karipel, Henry Wynne and Billy Trotman starred in one game, while Euan Bamford-Finnie and Melisse Bath were ferocious in their attack on the ball in the other.

All of these kids have either never played or are still in their learning years and will only get better with practice.

The future for our club is bright.

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Surfers commemorate Island national reserve THE Surfing Teams Challenge held to celebrate the second anniversary of the declaration of the Phillip Island National Surfing Reserve was a true recognition of what surfing is all about: fun, family, community and great waves.

Throughout Saturday, 99 competitors in 11 teams battled it out in often challenging conditions at Cape Woolamai under the watchful eyes of judges Pal Caninas and Craig Clark along with a large, supportive crowd.

The competition was close, with only a few of points between winners.

Island Surfboards won the day, taking out the Dave Fincher Memorial Trophy. Sandy Ryan, who posted the highest individual wave score of the event, accepted the award on the team’s behalf.

Emotions ran high in the room as Dave’s daughters Rebecca and Michelle presented the trophy they had made for the event. Sandy thanked everyone, saying he was honoured and that Dave Fincher was a huge hero of his and

had been sorely missed on the day.

Archysurf team came in second with the Wave Pinchers team captained by Walter Fincher, and containing the most juniors in one team, coming in third place.

“It was a very close competition,” contest organiser Geoff Owens said.

“There was only one point between the second and third teams, and only two points between the second and winning team.”

Throughout the day, there was a great community feeling which many competitors described as the ‘big surfing family’ that is the Phillip Island surfing community.

Competitors commented on the spirit of the event and how the tag-team format and team make-up allowed for surfers of all ages and styles to have a go.

As well as the cash prizes, more than $3000 worth of goods was donated by local businesses.

It is hoped the Surf Teams Challenge will continue to be a regular event on the surfing calendar. Information and ongoing updates about the Phillip Island National Surfing Reserve can be found on Facebook: ‘Phillip Island NSR’.

Top left, Showing style: Adrian Maier from the Confusion team in action at Cape Woolamai.

Leongatha Woodchoppers: from left, Gary ‘Gazza’ Adams, John ‘Johnno’ Johnson, Geof ‘Fozzy’ Forrester, Peter ‘The Saint’ Francis, Shane ‘Moorie’ Moore, Graeme ‘Paddy’ Watkins and Gary ‘Mr Savraaan’ Sauvarin.

Woodchoppers come close in international Cricket Sixes THE Leongatha Woodchoppers went so close to being back to back International Cricket Tournament winners at the Cricket Sixes tournament in Thailand last week.

As premiers of the Veterans Competition the now internationally renowned Leongatha Woodchoppers team decided to return to Thailand to defend its trophy.

The team banded together with partners and a couple of younger family members to attend the tournament at the Hua Hin. The competition is run in three sections: Cup (Open Age), Masters (35 years plus) and Veterans (50 years plus).

This year there were nine teams plus the Woodchoppers competing in the Veterans Competition which caters for players aged 50 years or older.

The other teams came from India, Indonesia, Thailand and several other Australian states.

Amongst the players at

the tournament were many ex Test cricketers from India, Sri Lanka, Australia and also current first class players as well as other cricket tragics and wannabes.

It made for an exciting variety of cricket across the three grades.

The rules of Cricket Sixes are teams of six players in five over innings, with five of the players bowling one over each with a permanent wicketkeeper.

All wides and no balls are worth four runs in the first four overs without having to be re bowled.

In the last over they are still worth four runs but have to be re bowled.

Batsmen have to retire on the shot they make to get to 25.

As soon as a result is reached the game stops.

Leongatha Woodchoppers 1/60 defeated by Soi Cowboy Vets (Thailand) 2/62; Cluden Vets (Vic) 3/51 defeated by Leongatha Woodchoppers 1/52; Baden Powell (Vic) 4/48 defeated

by Leongatha Woodchoppers 0/49; Delhi Devils (India) 3/48 defeated by Leon-

gatha Woodchoppers 0/49.

Having finished in the top three of their group the Woodchoppers then had to play the top three teams from the opposing group in Super Sixes Competition.

Gold Coast (Qld ) 1/71 defeated Leongatha Woodchoppers 2/61; Western Plains (Vic) 1/46 defeated by Leongatha Woodchoppers 1/48; Leongatha Woodchoppers 2/61defeated Larng Na Follies (Indonesia) 2/50.

At the conclusion of all the Super Sixes games the top four teams then played off in the Finals.

In the semi final Baden Powell 1/52 defeated by Leongatha Woodchoppers 1/54.

Coming into the grand final it was a replay of last year’s grand final with the Gold Coast tipped to win but the Woodchoppers, the crowd hopeful, confident of success as long as they kept their wides under control, a fatal mistake in the preliminary game against Gold Coast.

It had taken to the last ball for the Woodchoppers to miss out by one run on making it Back to Back Pre-

Melbourne Cup Team: Simon Mellish, Ryan Pearce, Aaron Boyle, Sam Brewin, Andrew Kent and Tim Sauvarin.

mierships.

The Gold Coast were ecstatic with their first win in seven years of trying, and the Woodchoppers disappointed thinking of all the little things that had happened that could have changed the game: dropped catch, catch taken but denied by the umpire, rough LBW, but that’s cricket.

Accompanying the Leongatha Woodchoppers were Tim Sauvarin, Darcy and Lachlie O’Conner there for a holiday but absolutely thrilled when they had the honour of playing in an Open and Over 35 team.

This was allowed by the organisers to help out a few teams.

Tim played in the Open section for Melbourne, a group of players from the District Club.

This was a great opportunity for Tim to play with some of the best cricketers in Melbourne such as Andrew Kent the current Captain / Coach of the Melbourne Cricket Club.

He is the seventh highest all time scorer in Victorian Premier Cricket.

Darcy played in the Open section for Thailand Colts a group made up of visiting internationals.

This was a great opportunity for Darcy to play with some of the best older cricketers going around such as Warren Ayres the highest ever run scorer in Victorian Premier Cricket and ex State player.

Lachie O’Connor played in the Over 35’s section for Melbourne a group of players from the District Club.

This was a great opportunity for Lachie as he got to open the bowling for them whilst playing with some of the what were once best cricketers in Melbourne such as Stuart Milliken, Evan Bowen, Col Murphy Bruce Anderson and Stephen O’Flynn.

Leongatha & District Netball Association

50th Year Celebrations 1966-2015

Early junior premiers

Cr James Haw MBE opens the 1967 season at the Leongatha High School courts.

CR James Haw gave his time graciously and untiringly to our community. He was a wonderful supporter and advocate for our association over many years.

In the early '60s he attended meetings, helped to secure a site for our courts and advised us on applications to the shire for financial assistance. When the courts were constructed he planted trees, sprayed weeds and advised on fencing. His support continued when resurfacing, for provision of an additional court, and when general maintenance needed to be carried out.

During the years of service to our association he was supported by his wife Ruby, a very gracious lady. They always attended opening day, grand final presentations and many debutante balls.

In August 1980 he was awarded a Certificate of Recognition for outstanding service to our association.

Mt Eccles: netball team premiers, 1966, front row, from left, Ann Bruce, (most consistent), Jenny Wightman (capt and runner-up best and fairest), Norma Crofts, (best and fairest), Iris Christensen, back row from left, Alison Scott, Edith Lester, Noelene Foster.

St Laurence's: Under 8 grand final team 1967, from left, Jenny O'Connor, Linda Derrick, Marita O'Brien, Julie Bleeser, Sue Bolge, Katrina Davis and Julie O'Bryan.

Mardan: junior C Grade premiers 1969, back from left, Heather McKenzie, Christine Matthies, Jenny Richards, Jill Molyneaux, middle from left, Kathy McKenzie, Jenny Horan and Faye Matthies, front Jenny Campbell.

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thestar.com.au South Gippsland pennant golf Results - April 19

Division 1 (at Korumburra): Woorayl 5 d Meeniyan 2, Lang Lang 5 d Phillip Island 2, Wonthaggi 5 d Leongatha 2,

Korumburra - bye.

Division 2 (at Leongatha): No results advised.

Division 3 (at Aussie Golf Ranch): Aussie Golf 6 d Phillip Island 1, Wonthaggi 5 d Korumburra 2, Woorayl 5 d Leongatha 2, Foster 5 d Lang Lang 2.

Happy quartet: from left, Geoff Maher, Maryanne Leaver, Ron and Jan Paice had just completed a round of golf at the Leongatha golf course on Saturday morning. When asked about their round, Mr Maher said, “Next question!”

Leongatha

Hendley, Marty Shaw, Doug Clemann, Trevor Steer, John “Ping” Eabry, Ian Nunn, and Joe Lowell.

Thursday was also Stableford with Norm Hughes winning A Grade with 38 points in a countback from Kevin Castwood.

Ian Watson was successful in B Grade also with 38 points and Bob Smith took the C Grade honours with a very good 39 points.

NTP’s were Doug Clemann on the 4th hole, Norm Hughes on the 7th, Paul Luck on the 14th and Dave Vorwerg on the 16th.

DTL Balls : Kevin Castwood, Peter Brownlie, Mike Street, Hugh Goodman, Fred de Bondt, Col Sperling, Paul Luck, Andrew Smith, Geoff McDonald, Ron Paice, Ray Burton and John Eabry.

The penultimate round of Super League saw Tom Titts narrowly pip Condors for bragging rights as the only undefeated team.

SATURDAY was the first round of the W. McCaughan 4BBB Par championship.

There were many good scores posted and there are many pairs in contention for the Championship which will be decided with the second and final round next Saturday.

With a score of +8, Ken Wardle and Bruce Hutton won the Super Comp and the A Grade event in a countback from Rod Hopcraft and Brett Windsor who were runners up.

NTP’s were Rod Hopcraft on the 4th hole, Ray Burton on the 7th, John Feddersen on the 14th and Anthony Sparks on the 16th.

DTL Balls : Bruce Cathie, Dave Vorwerg, Gordon Morrison, Peter Hobson, Barry Hughes, Garry Sharrock, Merv Stubbs, Henry Sedelies, Glen Marsham, Craig Hams, Anthony Sparkes, Matt Hunter, Peter Stivic, Nick Lafferty, Keith Finney, Mick Oliver, Sam O’Brien, and Fred de Bondt.

Tuesday’s Stableford round was also the first round of the Tuesday Championship with the two best rounds of three to count.

A Grade was won by the smooth swinging Barry Stevens with 38 points in a countback from Andrew Smith.

Mick Oliver had 36 points to take out B Grade.

NTP’s were Bruce Hutton on the 4th hole, Chris Leaver on the 7th, Trevor Steer on the 14th and Marty Shaw on the 16th.

DTL Balls went to Andrew Smith. Fred de Bondt, David Forbes, Andrew

Trevor Steer and John Eabry played well in the biggest match of the year for the Tom Titts to secure a 135-133 victory over the Condors.

Tigers Wood moved back into the top four at the expense of the inconsistent Guy and Dolls with a decisive 135107 victory. Barry Stevens and Kevin Castwood ensured victory for the Tigers with 38 points each.

Ace Eight won their first game of the season with a narrow victory over Royal Blues.

Ian Watson’s 38 points being instrumental in Ace Eight’s much awaited win.

Pitch Perfect consolidated its place in the top four with a thumping 144 – 124 triumph over the winless Hot Shots.

Peter Brownlie and Fred de Bondt continued their good from for the winners.

With one round to go, six teams still have a chance to make the finals. An exciting end to the “home and away” season is coming up.

Meeniyan Golf Club: winners of the Col Stewart Plate were Bob McGeary, Graham Hoskin, Paul Le page and Charlie Le Page with 110 points.

Division 4 (at Wonthaggi): Meeniyan 5 d Wonthaggi 2, Leongatha 6 d Lang Lang 1, Woorayl 4 d Welshpool 3, Phillip Island 4 d Korumburra 3.

South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association

Ladders

PENNANT LADDER April 13 Section 1: Leongatha 16 points/15 games, Foster 8 points/9.5 games, Meeniyan 4 points/9.5 games, Phillip Island 4 points/6 games Section 2: Leongatha 12 points/12.5 games, Wonthaggi 10 points/11 games, Korumburra 10 points/9 games, Woorayl 4 points/ 3 games, Lang Lang 0 points/ 5.5 games, Meeniyan 0 points/4 games Section 3: Phillip Island 12 points 11 games, Foster 8 points 11.5 games, Leongatha 8 points/ 10 games, Wonthaggi 4 points/ 5.5 games, Woorayl 4 points/4 games, Korumburra 0 points/ 3 games Section 4: Leongatha 16 points/18 games, Foster 12 points/ 9 games, Welshpool 4 points/ 9 games, Lang Lang 0 points/ 4 games

Division 1 Wonthaggi ...................5 Lang Lang ................... 3 Phillip Island ..............3 Woorayl .......................2 Meeniyan ......................2 Korumburra ..................0 Leongatha .....................0 Division 3 Lang Lang ...................4 Leongatha....................3 Wonthaggi ...................3 Woorayl .......................3 Foster ............................3 Korumburra ..................2 Phillip Island ................1 Aussie Golf...................1 Division 4 Leongatha....................5 Meeniyan .....................4 Lang Lang ...................4 Woorayl .......................3 Wonthaggi ....................2 Welshpool .....................1 Phillip Island ................1 Korumburra ..................0

24 22 20 15 11 7 6

54.00 54.11 55.35 52.77 48.19 41.18 42.16

21 23 20 18 18 17 12 11

51.16 54.03 51.84 50.35 49.38 49.91 47.49 45.87

25 24 18 21 16 13 12 11

54.30 53.08 51.39 50.95 48.29 47.39 47.40 47.24

Meeniyan Ladies

Winners: from left, B Grade, Jenny Cope and A Grade, Dot Christie.

ON Wednesday, April 15th 17 ladies played Stableford in wonderful conditions.

The sponsor was Joyce Symmons.

Winners of the day were: A Grade, Dot Christie with 35 points.

B Grade, Jenny Cope with 34 points.

Best nine, Marilyn McGeary with 19 points.

BDL: Hancye Hammet 31 points, Faye Le Page with 31 points, Grace Benson with 30 points and Sue Hoskin 30 points.

• Meeniyan Golf

Golf for well-being

Bring us luck: from left, Julian Davies, Mark Anderson and Bryan Sword were getting some putting practice before a round of golf on Saturday morning.

Leongatha ladies

Quilford , Gwen Chapman and Deb Miller 77, Marea Maher, Di Williams and Wendy Parker 78 and Marianne Leaver and Marg Berry 79 net.

Barb Miller and Gwen Chapman won the nearest the pins on the 14th and 16th.

Twelve women competed in the 9 hole competition.

Lynda Bassett won with 20 points. DTL Balls were won

by Karen Orford and Lianne

Wednesday, April 15 A VERY large field competed in the April Monthly Medal.

Alison Strong won the Monthly Medal and C Grade with 109/36/74 net.

Our ever consistent Dot Stubbs won A Grade with 90/16/74. Anne Gibson won the B Grade scratch event and the B Grade handicap event with 99/25/74 net. Due to the large field there was a D Grade division which was won by Isobel Sutherland with 120/39/81. The match committee recently made the decision to award the scratch event to a different grade each month. Next month there will be a C Grade scratch winner.

Rebecca Thomas had 28 putts to take out the putting competition.

DTL Balls were awarded to Glenyce McRobert and Bec Thomas 76 net, Fay

Adamson with 17 points.

Saturday April 18 4BBB Par Winners: Jan Brownlie 40 and Marilyn Williams 22 with +7 on a count back.

DTL: Marg Berry and

was the catalyst for the day.

Guest speaker Marjorie Jane Scott talked of well-being and a simple technique of “breathe to the belly” to help calm anxiety. Golf is a great way to promote health and well-being, and women golfers from many South Gippsland clubs embraced the spirit of the day and joined in the fun.

A Grade winners with 92 points were Dot Christie, Ann Heywood, Rae Knee.

B Grade winners with 91

points were Nereda Scholte, Jan Roberts, Marilyn McGeary.

The men played for the Col Stewart Plate on Saturday. The winners were Graham Hoskin, Paul Le Page, Charlie Le Page, Bob McGeary with 110 points on a count back from Rick Miller, Cliff Mitchell, Ian Trease, Craig Buckland.

On Sunday the Mixed American Foursomes was won by Mandy Kuhne and Phil Nightingall with 70 net.

Congratulations to Dave Thomson who had a hole in one on the second.

Bright blue: from left, Heather McCaughan, ladies captain Veronica Park and Graham Hoskin greeted guests at the door of the Meeniyan Golf Club for a blue themed day on the green.

Linda Shannon +7, and Marg Griffiths and Di Williams +5 NTP: Marg Berry.

Leongatha ladies’ winners: from left, Anne Gibson (B Grade Scratch and handicap), Alison Strong (Monthly Medal and C Grade winner) and Dot Stubbs (A Grade).

Absent: Isobel Sutherland.

Visitors are always welcome

THERE were spots and stripes and 50 shades of blue at Meeniyan Golf Club’s Annual Autumn Tournament Ladies’ Day on April 17.

Captain Veronica Park inspired the day and greeted everyone with a hug. This set the tone for a fun day for a serious cause and proceeds were donated to beyondblue.

Most people and families have been, or may be touched by anxiety, depression or mental health issues, so this

Good cause: from left, Linda Brown, Grace Benson, Gwen Heppell, Tanya Thorson, Nereda Scholte and Jan Trease dressed in blue at the Meeniyan Golf Club on Friday to support beyondblue.

We have a great course in a natural bushland setting, listed in the Top 100 Public Access Course by Golf Australia magazine.

We also have a well stocked Golf Shop, hire of clubs/carts/buggies are also available, 4 competitions each week, practice driving range, putting green and bunker. Our Santa Anna Fairways, Bent grass Greens and refurbished / designed Bunkers make for a great game. Coaching lessons are also available for all including our juniors programs.

Woorayl SATURDAY’s event was stableford.

Brett Stubbs won A Grade with 38 points from Warren Turner, B Grade went to Jason Redmond with 34 points from Graham Challis, and C Grade to Jim Newton with 39 points from Kev Riseley.

Down the line balls to P. Burgess, G. McKinnon, P. Challis, Dale Burge, G. Young, J. Hickey and D. Lim. Both nearest the pins going to Stuart de Bondt. The ball raffle to ‘Egg Syndicate’.

This Saturday is Anzac Day and Alex Scott and Staff will sponsor a four person ambrose for men, women and mixed, with a shotgun start at 12 o’clock.

The Thursday competition was won by Brian Collier with 41 points and we gave balls to Ed Poole and Rob Gourlay.

Woorayl Ladies THE second round of the Dianne and John O’Connor 4BBB Stableford was played on April 15.

Anne Grist and Heather Sullivan on 42 points defeated Ann Poole and Jo Fennell on 39 points.

Chris Perrett and Carol Johnson on 38 points defeated Joan Smith and Inge Giliam on 34 points.

The winners of these two matches will play off in the final on the May 13.

The winners of the daily event were Anne Grist and Heather Sullivan with 42 points.

The runners-up were Ann Poole and Jo Fennell with 39 points.

Balls down the line were won by Chris Perrett and Carol Johnson, and Faye Maynard and Dianne O’Connor, both pairs with 38 points.

Nearest the pins went to Ann Poole on the eighth and 11th, and Joan Smith on the 17th.

Next week on April 22 choose your partners for the first round of the Shirley and Brian Thomas Stableford aggregate to be played over two rounds.

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Good golfing.

Foster

Korumburra ladies’ winners: RWH 4 Ball event, Lynette McIvor and Lee Clements with runners-up, Janice Follett and Barb Walker.

Korumburra ladies

AFTER a wet start on Wednesday, the rain cleared and it turned out to be a delightful day.

Thank you to Williams, Edwards and Findlay for supplying the lovely trophies.

Eleven pairs competed in the RWH 4 Ball event with Lee Clements (12) and Lynette McIvor (24) winning with a great score of 41 pts.

Runners-up were Barb Walker and Janice Follett with 39 pts.

Balls down the line were won by Sharon Adams/Judy Webb and Barb Twite/Carie Harding.

The lucky card winners were Marg Harper and Julie Brannaghan.

Next Wednesday is a Stan n bleford event with Norrie Litm

Korumburra

THERE were 42 players on Saturday, April 18 for the second and final round of the 4BBB championships, with trophies by Murray Webb.

A Grade: M. Hutchinson (18 hcp), B. Hessels (8 hcp) 61 net; M. Giles, P. Vanagtmaal 62 net; T. O’Neill, N. Perks 63 net.

B Grade: L. Webster (13 hcp), P. Dixon (20 hcp) 62 net; f D. Van Rooye, R. Blay 63 net; n M. Belvedere, S. Webster 63 d net.

Nearest the pin: 1st P. t Dixon, 7th T. Herbert, 10th N. n perks, 13th P. Harris.

Tuesday’s winner was N. h Alger 39 pts and Thursday’s winner was P. Vanagtmaal 36 pts.

Overall winners: scratch T. O’Neill and N. Perks 67 and 69 = 136; handicap B. Hessels and M. Hutchinson 62 and 61 = 123 net.

Wonthaggi

ON Saturday we played a stableford event with a field of 75 players.

The A Grade winner was G. Hewlett 41 pts, B Grade R. Walker 40 pts and C Grade L. Sawyer 43 pts.

Wonthaggi Ladies TWENTY six ladies headed out for a round of par with the semi finals of the Singles knock out also being played on the same day.

Vicki Milner (36) came in with a lovely four up score to take out the B Grade event.

Irene Walsh with (17) two up, was the happy winner for the A Grade event.

Birdies were scored by Irene Walsh, Anne Walker and Dianne Grimmond.

NTP: second, Dianne Grimmond;17th, Irene Walsh; and Pro Pin eighth, Annie Tschiderer.

tle and Barb Walker rostered to send the field out.

Three women went to Meeniyan on Friday and enjoyed participating in the Bendsome’s event. Chris Rickard won a NTP and a raffle prize.

Due to the wet forecast, there were insufficient starters on Saturday. However, the weather was much better than expected and it would have been ideal for golf.

The Section 2 pennant side had a 3-2 win against Lang Lang at Korumburra last week and play Leongatha at Lang Lang on Monday.

Unfortunately, Section 3 had a loss of 3-2 to Woorayl at Leongatha, with some close matches. The team travels to Foster next week to play against Wonthaggi.

Good luck to all the girls in their matches this week.

Balls down the line: F. Loughran, D. Paproth 40; G. Rogers, J. Wade, E. Vanagtmaal 39; R. Yan, N. Burne, S. Kane 38; I. Baurdonaro, J. Burke, J. Grenville 37.

Nearest the pins: 2nd J. Burke, 8th R. Sheehan, 13th G. Hewlett, 17th R. Sheehan.

Pennant With two rounds to go our Division 1 side has won five matches straight and cannot miss out on a place in the 2015 final. Book the day off for Sunday, May 17 and come and support this team which is playing great golf.

Division 2 had a tough four matches to three win and with two more wins on offer could also prove to be the team to beat.

Division 3 also had a great win, five matches to two, and keeps its finals’ chances alive.

Unfortunately Division 4 lost at home and must now rebuild for next year.

This Saturday is Anzac Day and we will be holding a four person ambrose event with a shotgun start at 12pm. The sheet is in the pro shop and tees will be allocated during the week.

The 17th green looks a picture and with all going well, will

BDL: Vickie Milner, four up; Irene Walsh, two up; Anne Tschiderer, one up; Susan Jagoe, one up; Judy Berry, one up; Anne Poulton, one down; Di Grimmond, one down; Kathy Geyer, one down; and Betty Bowmar, two down.

The semi final Singles saw Maureen Masterman too consistent for her opponent Marion Walker, whilst Bev (the Dragon Slayer) Dobson was too accurate and had few mistakes so Marg Johnson congratulated her on the 15th (4/3).

Good luck to both the girls for the final to be played in a couple of weeks.

Round up: from left, A Grade winner Irene Walsh with the March Monthly Competition for Saturday winner, Marg Ryan. Absent, B Grade winner, Vickie Milner.

COOLER conditions greeted golfers this week, with the numbers being pretty strong, despite the bleaker weather. The course is still in pretty good shape with no real change from previous weeks.

Tuesday, April 14 was men’s Stableford, the Winner was Ray Prain with 39pts. DTL – Neil Chandler 35pts, Noel Black 33pts c/b. NTP – Noel Black.

Thursday, April 16 was men’s Stableford, the Winner was Pat McKay with 38pts.

DTL – Larry Giddy 37pts, Dave Hutchinson 36pts, Kevin Flett 35pts c/b. NTP – Pat McKay on both holes.

Friday, April 17 was also a Stableford, the Friday Chicken run was won by Andrew Brown with 22pts. DTL – Bernd Amesreiter 17pts, Gary Phelan 17pts, Garry Clavarino 16pts c/b NTP – Geoff Prue.

Saturday, April 18 was Stableford and the third round of the Frank McKenzie/ Tony Vanin Trophy.

Wonderful scoring from some players was on display in what was a bleak start to Saturday. Norm Cooper continued his good form, which has been on display in his pennant matches of recent weeks. Norm was the A Grade winner with 41pts.

In B Grade the members were a little suspicious of the form of winner Tim Gash who blitzed the opposition with 45pts, well played. However links to a certain sport scientist have been rumoured or perhaps he just ate a T-bone for dinner the night before.

DTL – Geoff Eddy 38pts, Dave Hutchinson 37pts, Tony Vanin 37pts, Pat McKay 36pts, Noel Black 36pts.NTP’s – Peter Dight, Geoff Eddy, Steve Reid, Brian Robinson, Scott Rathjen.

The Frank McKenzie Qualifiers were sorted out during the Saturday stableford. The qualifiers were 1.Andrew Naylor 79pts, 2.Norm Cooper 78pts, 3.Noel Black 73pts, 4.Athol McGrath 73pts.

Saturday ladies – Dianne Berryman was the winner with 32pts. DTL – Pam Witheridge 31pts. NTP – Judy Prain, Gayle Reid.

Sunday Pennant Division 2 travelled to Leongatha to take on Phillip Island in its third round fixture. The result was Foster def Phillip Island 5-2. Match results Norm Cooper won 2-1, Greg Cox lost 4-3, Kevin Flett won 2-1, Pat McKay lost 2-1, Alec Morley won 7-6, Noel Black won 2up, Tony Vanin won 6-5.Division 3 travelled to Aussie Golf Ranch to play Lang Lang with the result going Foster’s way 5-2. Match results were Kiwi Jones won 7/6, Owen Kindellan won 4/3, Sean Chaseling lost 1down, Andrew Naylor lost 4/3, Steve Reid won 6/4, Ray Prain won 3/2 and Nev Thompson won 4/3. Well done to all the boys!

Coming Events: Thursday 23rd – Stableford, Friday 24th – Friday Friendly Chicken Run, Sat 25th – Anzac Day Stableford, 12pm arrival for 12:30pm shotgun start. Sun 26th – Pennant Division 2 @ Foster vs Bye, Division 3 @ Phillip Island vs Woorayl.

Foster Ladies

April 15 Singles Knockout Round 1 A WET start didn’t deter too many from playing their matches in the Singles Knockout. All in all the day turned out mild and sunny.

Winners of their matches were, Anne Heywood, Kaylene Morris, Mary Ellis, June Eddy.

The 9 hole stableford was won

by Debbie Williams with 18pts.

DTL – Marg Blake 16pts, Alayne McKenzie 13pts.

Next week Wednesday, April 29 Par, Joy O’Sullivan Trophy.

Leongatha bowls AS promised a few details/ results from the bowlers who went to the RSL Edinburgh Shield weekend.

They were in the group consisting of Benalla, Tocumwal, Clayton, Swan Hill and Cranbourne/Dandenong.

Our bowlers finished at the conclusion in third position with Benalla 1st, Tocumwal 2nd, Leongatha 3rd, Clayton 4th, Swan Hill 5th and Cranbourne/Dandenong 6th.

The play was shared between five skippers, Wayne Walker the most successful playing five games with five wins, Alan Hanks with five games, two wins, three losses; Neil Smillie four games, two wins, two losses, Rod Jackson five games, two wins, three losses and Mark Coulter with one game, one win.

Leongatha then played Benalla first round and lost 27

shots to 47, second then played Swan Hill (Gold) and won 53 to 33 shots, third round played Clayton and lost 46 to 47 shots, Tocumwal won 43 to 42 shots and Cranbourne/Dandenong and won 52 to 30 shots.

To all bowlers who went and gave it their best shot, you have done the club and our RSL Leongatha proud, well done.

Wednesday, April 15 saw only six teams take to the greens for the midweek social bowls, with the winners being Alan Rayson (s), Susan Crouch and Janice Sing with two wins, a draw and plus 10.

Wednesday night saw a large attendance at the annual general meeting after confirmation of the 2014 annual general meeting minutes. The various reports were presented starting with the chairman Barry Davidson’s report followed by the treasurer’s and nine other reports associated

with the running of the club.

The chairman advised it had been a very busy and successful year and this was supported by the fact the club had also met all its financial obligations and had finished the year in the black.

After a motion that all the reports as presented be received, the chairman then declared all positions of the board of management and the various committees vacant and invited John Hall to chair the elections.

In the main all the various committees were filled without the need for a ballot, however there was a ballot for the directors, the result being that along with the secretary Ollie Crouch, the treasurer Mike Carnell, the five directors are Barry Davidson, Robert AYoung, Brian Turner, Mary Jepson and Russell Trotman.

At a brief meeting of the

board after the annual general meeting Russell Trotman was appointed chairman of the new board. The club now looks forward to the 2015-16 year and again another successful year.

Friday night, April 17 saw again a great attendance for the Kitty Club tea, and thanks to the catering committee all had a great meal, and MC John O’Connor kept the party going ably assisted by Glenda Trotman, ensuring all present had a great night.

Reminders: Don’t forget this coming two weeks will see the club restricted to only one green as the contractors undertake to replace the faulty carpet on number one green, however the monthly triples will still be held.

The treasurer reminds members the subs for 2015-16 are now due and payable.

Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

Inverloch bowls OUR last Monthly Nominated Triples was played in unseasonably warm conditions on Wednesday, April 15.

Twelve teams took to the green for three games of 12 ends.

Thanks to the players who filled in at the last moment to make up the required number of teams.

A new category was introduced at these triples, The Best Overall Game.

The winner of this inaugural event was Trish McCormack’s team of Gail Burge and Liz Beale.

The runners up for the day were Pam Sutcliffe, Carole Baines and Marg Flett.

Congratulations to our winner of all three games, the team of Edith Perrett, John Arnold and Pat Stoneham.

A great array of raffle prizes were available to win.

Thanks to all those who donated so generously.

Winners of the raffle were Cynthia Hensley, Car-

ol Thorn, Lola Marsh and Pud Kee who was excited to receive a makeup bag.

Thanks to the teams that competed during the season.

Hope to see you again later in the year.

Our Ladies AGM will be held on Friday, May 1 at 10am.

Nominations for selector, catering, match and tournament secretary will close on Wednesday, April 22.

If there are more nominations than positions available, voting will be held during the week of April 27.

Exact dates and times will be posted in the clubhouse.

The customary battle of The Shirts vs The Shirts will take place on Saturday, May 2 at 1pm.

This will be followed by the club presentation for winners and runners up of the club events held during the season.

Please mark this fun day in your diary and place your name on sheet in the clubhouse.

Winning team: Gail Burge, Trish McCormack and Liz Beale won the inaugural category of Best Overall Game at Inverloch Monthly Triples.

Runners up: Marg Flett, Carole Baines and Pam Sutcliffe were the runners up at the Monthly Triples held at Inverloch.

Meeniyan bowls WEDNESDAY April 8 was our combined Presidents’ Day with Wes Logan and Leonie Hanks providing the prizes.

Ditch to ditch winners were Max Brown and Larraine Godkin with the raffles going to Kath Brown and Rita Redpath.

The day’s winners were Bob Wylie and John Cocking with Alan Hanks and Neville Meikle runners up. Bad luck to Avril Van Wamel and Robbie Butterworth also winning both games.

The usual classy afternoon tea was enjoyed by the 25 bowlers and seven non-bowlers.

Tuesday April 14 was the last of our Season Triplesm and it was sponsored by Murray Goulburn- Dumbalk.

Winners were locals, Col and Glenis Densley and Kevin

Robinson.

Runners up were Graeme and Mavis Cridge and Peter Emmett (Tarwin Lower).

Bad luck to Alan Lye’s Leongatha team, also with four wins.

Our weekly winter season begins on Monday May 4.

Tuesday April 21 is Ladies Gala Day and our final event for the summer calendar is our club Mixed Pairs on Monday April 27.

Club events are reaching the final stages of preparation for our presentation afternoon on Friday, May 1 with bowls from 1 to 3 pm followed by afternoon tea and presentations.

Nominations are open for the Ladies and general committee and selectors for the coming season with our AGM on Wednesday May 6 at 2.30 pm.

South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls THE 2015 South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls season is now underway.

Several of our clubs’ opening nights began early march, firstly with Dumbalk’s followed by Mardan’s and then Buffalo’s just after Easter.

It is good to see everyone back, with great nights being had all around.

Last week we held our Hospital Night where all the funds raised on the night are donated to our three local hospitals.

This week sees the start of our Pennant season.

A change of format to accommodate clubs that are short of players has us playing all our games at Dumbalk this year.

This should produce an even competition with no home ground advantages, so an interesting competition all round with six teams vying for this year’s trophy.

We are also preparing for our annual challenge trip to Mid Gippsland on Sunday, May 3.

We require names/teams in from all clubs as soon as possible please.

We look forward to another great Indoor season ahead.

Happy bowling all.

On the ball: congratulations to the winner of Inverloch’s last Monthly Triples, Edith Perrett, John Arnold and Pat Stoneham.

Buffalo indoor bowls

ON Wednesday, April 15 there were eight players on a nice night to bowl which saw four teams of two.

We played two games of 10 ends with six bowls. There was a countback third and second place.

In fourth (L-L), skipper Charlie Tumino and Toni Heldens; third (WL) 10 ends - 8 shots, skipper Rod McConchie and Joyce Occhipinti; second (L-W) 10 ends +3 shots, skipper Glenys Pilkington and Mary Tumino; first (WW), skipper Bill Wolswinkle and Joe Occhipinti.

The best first game Bill 11-3, second Glenys 15-6.

Hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm.

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Quality cyclists take to the hills THE Leongatha club riders were joined by some of the Warragul club riders on Saturday for the race through the Nerrena and Mardan hills with great weather conditions prevailing.

The handicapper had 24 riders to sort for the 38km race.

With out markers at 20min and 15min before an eight rider bunch at nine minutes ahead of a

five rider bunch at six minutes, four at four minutes and a quality scratch field of four riders it was set up for a great ride.

As usual, the run up the six kilometre climb to Mardan sorted out the race.

Bernadette Fitzgerald (15) was doing a good job at the head of affairs as the riders came up Greys Hill at Mardan with Leigh Stott (9) and Jason Tabnor (9) closing quickly.

At around 500m behind there was a group of seven riders re-

Action: scratch riders Cyrus Monk, David Salton and Thomas McFarlane are led by Stefan Kirsch as they headout towards Nerrena on the Mardan circuit.

maining out of the six minute and four minute bunches whilst Austin Timmins (four minutes) was out of luck with a puncture.

Behind in the scratch bunch, Cyrus Monk from Warragul had opened a gap and was chasing hard.

Cyrus is riding with The African Wildlife Safaris team in the National Cycling Series and had recently placed in the top 10 in one of the national races so was in good form.

Over O’Shanaughsy’s hill it was a bunch of seven riders swapping turns.

However, if they had checked behind they would have seen Cyrus some 300m behind.

At the turn into Horn Street, just over 1.5km to the finish, Cyrus caught and passed the bunch to solo in for a clear win and fastest time – 57.48min.

The bunch finished in ‘Indian’ file across the uphill finish at the school crossing in Horn Street with a whitewash by the Warragul riders: Peter Finlayson(six minutes) second and Rob Monk (six minutes) third.

The best Leongatha rider was Harrison McLean (four minutes) in fourth.

In fifth place was Ross Henry (Warragul, six minutes), sixth Leigh Stott (nine minutes), seventh Justin Gravatt (Warragul, six minutes), eighth Gary Campbell (nine minutes), ninth, Jason Tabnor (Warragul, nine minutes) while David Salton (Warragul, scratch) led in the scratch bunch in 59.07 seconds, tenth, having lost one minute 19 seconds from

Winners’ group: from left, second Peter Finlayson, first and fastest time Cyrus Monk, third Rob Monk and junior event winner Thomas Fitzgerald.

Mardan back in to Leongatha on Cyrus Monk.

In the Junior race over 14km on an out and back run on the Nerrena Roadd, Thomas Fitzgerald and Mitch Harry (3.30min) supported each other well as they chased down the four riders in front and stayed away from the lone scratch rider, Oliver McLean, to be clearly in front at the line.

The uphill run to the finish at the Ecacentre driveway saw Thomas take the win from Mitch in a time of 30.05min.

Next home was Kaleb Jans (4.30min).

In fourth was limit rider Felicity Waddell (six minutes).

Next home in fifth and fastest was Oliver McLean (29.10) whilst new rider, Alfie Herbert was sixth and Sullivan Herbert

was seventh.

Next week’s racing is at Korrine whilst Tuesday night there is club meeting at the McFarlane household.

Para cyclist, Alex Walsh, has won gold in the H3 division in the Time Trial and Road Race.

Alex is a hand cyclist and pilots a low slung sled around at great speed and had a successful National Title campaign.

Wonthaggi riders Showjumping on show enjoy Island event SOME 85 riders competed at the Phillip Island Pony Club’s dressage championships and combined training day on Sunday.

Local competitors joined others from across Gippsland and Melbourne competing in the dressage and show jumping sections.

Jumps debut: Ally Barnes, a member of the Wonthaggi Adult Riding Club competed for the first time on her horse Dilbert at Phillip Island Pony Club’s dressage, jumping and training day on Sunday.

First up: Wonthaggi Pony Club member Katelyn Hollins, 14 has been riding for five years and gave her horse Wally his first taste of competition on Sunday at Ventnor when she competed in the jumping.

RUSSELL Morrison and Amalfi White, the owners of Kardella Farm Equestrian held the South Gippsland Show Jumping Classic on Saturday, April 18.

They catered for more than 200 rounds of show jumping attracting local and interstate riders including amateur, junior and professional World Cup riders.

Olympic showjumper Laurie Lever was there and said, “The surface is perfect, one of the best surfaces in the state.

“What a fantastic job Russ and Alfie have done to run this event.”

For show jumping the surface is extremely important for the horse to be confident and helps with their ability to jump.

Russell and Amalfi have taken this run down property and turned it into a facility supporting the horse community locally and across Victoria.

They are both competitive riders, instructors and members of Equestrian Victoria.

Amalfi said, “It was great seeing so many people enjoy the facilities and support the show.

“We had a lot of support from local people

and businesses.

Adam Johnson (World Cup rider and vet) took the winning spot in the

main class, the Morrison Fencing 1.15m.

Kardella Farm will be holding more events like

this in the future and welcomes the local community to come and spectate and get involved.

Something blue: soon to be wed Kate Hassel and James Richards owners of Shadowbrook race stables who had a successful day at the show jumping event at Kardella.

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Parrots netball Under 13

Wonthaggi 43 d Leongatha 10 It was a great game, Wonthaggi however is a very strong side. We played a very good game on the court but couldn’t manage to out run them in the end.

Awards: Network Video Stacey Gilliam, Baker’s Delight - Ella Lyons.

Balletic: Ally Martin makes netball looks as much an art form as a sport as she reaches for the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz

Alberton netball Results - Round 3 April 18

A Grade: Dalyston 28 d Foster 6, DWWWW 9 lt Korumburra-Bena 87, Inverloch-Kongwak 49 d Stony Creek 36, Kilcunda-Bass 40 d Tarwin 39, MDU 30 lt Phillip Island 45, Toora 30 lt Fish Creek 32.

B Grade: Dalyston 42 d Foster 32, DWWWW 17 lt Korumburra-Bena 77, Inverloch-Kongwak 43 d Stony Creek 14, Kilcunda-Bass 34 d Tarwin 30, MDU 32 lt Phillip Island 41, Toora 36 d Fish Creek 25.

C Grade: Dalyston 52 d Foster 6, Inverloch-Kongwak 25 lt Stony Creek 29, Kilcunda-Bass 26 lt Tarwin 29, MDU 27 d Phillip Island 26, Toora 32 d Fish Creek 19.

17 & Under: Dalyston 23 d Foster 19, DWWWW 8 lt Korumburra-Bena 45, Inverloch-Kongwak 54 d Stony Creek 13, Kilcunda-Bass 19 lt Tarwin 20, MDU 22 lt Phillip Island 33, Toora 3 lt Fish Creek 57.

15 & Under: Dalyston 18 lt Foster 34, DWWWW 10 lt Korumburra-Bena 37, Inverloch-Kongwak 66 d Stony Creek 2, Kilcunda-Bass 17 d Tarwin 8, MDU 39 d Phillip

Island 25, Toora 21 lt Fish Creek 23.

13 & Under: Dalyston 28 d Foster 6, InverlochKongwak 49 d Stony Creek 1, Toora 9 lt Fish Creek 17.

Ladders

A Grade Kor-Bena .....................432.61 12 Dalyston ......................245.61 12 Fish Creek ...................121.28 8 Foster.............................88.89 8 Toora ...........................173.47 4 MDU ............................100.00 4 Stony Creek....................99.20 4 Phillip Island ..................79.84 4 Inv-Kongwak .................71.53 4 Kil-Bass..........................47.74 4 Tarwin ............................83.67 0 DWWWW......................18.31 0 B Grade Kor-Bena .....................238.55 12 Toora ...........................163.83 8 Inv-Kongwak ..............126.92 8 Dalyston ......................126.00 8 Phillip Island...............108.25 8 Foster.............................97.32 8 MDU ............................106.33 4 Fish Creek ......................88.50 4 Kil-Bass..........................54.48 4 Tarwin ............................79.07 0 Stony Creek....................69.16 0 DWWWW......................33.05 0 C Grade Kor-Bena .....................353.57 12 Stony Creek ................124.68 12 Dalyston ......................227.27 8 Toora ...........................168.42 8 Tarwin .........................143.90 8 Phillip Island............... 115.58 4 Inv-Kongwak .................79.00 4 MDU ..............................75.00 4

Fish Creek ......................71.26 4 Foster..............................44.64 0 Kil-Bass..........................37.69 0 DWWWW........................0.00 0 17 & Under Inv-Kongwak ..............192.42 12 Phillip Island...............186.67 10 Fish Creek ...................220.00 8 Kor-Bena ..................... 119.30 4 Dalyston ......................160.00 8 Foster...........................131.03 8 MDU ............................100.00 4 Tarwin ............................79.59 4 DWWWW......................62.12 4 Kil-Bass..........................42.24 0 Stony Creek....................29.73 0 Toora ..............................26.67 0 15 & Under Inv-Kongwak ..............378.38 12 Foster...........................232.50 12 MDU ............................194.59 8 Phillip Island...............186.76 8 Kor-Bena .....................178.57 8 Toora ...........................159.38 4 Fish Creek ......................73.26 4 Kil-Bass..........................69.35 4 Dalyston .........................67.65 4 Tarwin ............................40.00 0 DWWWW......................28.36 0 Stony Creek......................8.02 0 13 & Under Dalyston ......................256.52 12 Fish Creek ...................180.65 12 Phillip Island...............213.04 8 Inv-Kongwak ..............200.00 8 Kor-Bena .......................53.33 8 Tarwin .............................0.00 8 Foster..............................69.81 4 Toora ..............................52.94 4 Stony Creek......................9.35 0 DWWWW........................0.00 0 Kil-Bass............................0.00 0 MDU ................................0.00 0

C Grade

Wonthaggi 34 d Leongatha 29 Great game girls. Fitness is improving. Some beautiful passages of play and next time we will finish them off.

See you at Maffra ladies.

Awards: Kate Gourlay Buzz, Anna Lewton - RSL.

B Grade

Under 15

Leongatha 56 d Wonthaggi 31 We started off strong with a good lead in the first quarter. Lots of turnovers from defence helped increase our lead. Great job girls.

Awards: Darcy’s - Taylar Kerr, Voyage Fitness - Bree Littlejohn. Auction - Bree Littlejohn.

Under 17

Leongatha 63 d Wonthaggi 42 Wonthaggi is always a tough game but the Parrots came out ready to go. After a close three quarters the Parrots’ fitness over ran Power in the last quarter to come home with the win. Nice shooting and defence from everyone.

Awards: Laura Higgins - Shan’s, Sarah McCahon Jess Hurle. Auction - Kate McCarthy.

Wonthaggi 29 d Leongatha 24 Well done girls, it was an intense game against Wonthaggi. We had them at three quarter time but they fought back hard, scoring 29 to 24.

Keep going Parrots.

Awards: Simone Dekker - Pilates $10, Ash Giliam Nagel’s Pharmacy.

Leongatha 34 d Wonthaggi 33 Amazing game girls. It was an extremely intense game but we managed to come out on top. Wonthaggi was great competition but our focus and determination created a great team game.

Keep it up.

Awards: Sara Riseley Serafinos, Chelsea Hofman - Riseleys.

A Grade

Putting in: Parrots’ B Grade shooter, Bree Littlejohn had front position all game.

Gippsland netball results Results - Round 2

A Grade: Sale 27 lt Morwell 32, Traralgon 50 d Moe 44, Warragul 13 lt Drouin 91, Leongatha 63 d Wonthaggi Power 42, Bairnsdale 39 lt Maffra 44.

B Grade: Sale 37 lt Morwell 65, Traralgon 44 d Moe 32, Warragul 26 lt Drouin 59, Leongatha 56 d Wonthaggi Power 31, Bairnsdale 39 d Maffra 31.

C Grade: Sale 28 lt Morwell 33, Traralgon 45 d Moe 40, Warragul 21 lt Drouin 29, Leongatha 29 lt Wonthaggi Power 34, Bairnsdale 41 d Maffra 34.

Under 17: Sale 63 d Morwell 5, Traralgon 32 d Moe 31, Warragul 18 lt Drouin 47, Leongatha 34 d Wonthaggi Power 33, Bairnsdale 23 d

Maffra 20.

Under 15: Sale 45 d Morwell 15, Traralgon 40 d Moe 13, Warragul 23 lt Drouin 44, Leongatha 24 lt Wonthaggi Power 29, Bairnsdale 15 lt Maffra 64.

Under 13: Sale 28 d Morwell 10, Traralgon 59 d Moe 10, Warragul 5 lt Drouin 41, Leongatha 10 lt Wonthaggi power 43, Bairnsdale 50 d Maffra 14.

Ladders

A Grade Drouin ..........................402.63 Morwell ........................140.00 Maffra ..........................131.25 Traralgon .....................107.78 Moe ...............................136.71 Leongatha......................122.47 Sale..................................72.22 Wonthaggi Power ............65.22 Bairnsdale .......................60.38 Warragul ..........................27.10

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B Grade Drouin ..........................209.80 Traralgon .....................150.79 Morwell ........................132.05 Moe ...............................122.06 Leongatha ....................106.10 Sale..................................88.68 Bairnsdale .......................81.01 Wonthaggi Power ............76.60 Maffra..............................75.00 Warragul ..........................45.45 C Grade Bairnsdale ....................140.38 Wonthaggi Power ........127.08 Sale ...............................134.00 Moe ............................... 119.40 Traralgon .....................105.80 Morwell ...........................94.55 Leongatha........................93.55 Drouin .............................88.68 Warragul ..........................63.75 Maffra..............................62.32 Under 17 Sale ...............................387.50 Drouin ..........................223.33 Traralgon .....................146.30 Wonthaggi Power ........172.92 Moe ...............................137.10

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Bairnsdale .......................87.50 Leongatha........................71.25 Maffra..............................73.58 Warragul ..........................47.52 Morwell ...........................16.81 Under 15 Traralgon .....................420.00 Maffra ..........................305.88 Wonthaggi Power ........231.25 Drouin ..........................200.00 Sale ............................... 116.36 Moe .................................81.69 Warragul ..........................60.67 Leongatha........................42.47 Bairnsdale .......................32.69 Morwell ...........................25.56 Under 13 Traralgon .....................500.00 Bairnsdale ....................440.91 Wonthaggi Power ........175.00 Drouin ............................94.23 Sale .................................92.59 Maffra..............................80.56 Morwell ...........................75.00 Moe .................................59.15 Leongatha........................24.05 Warragul ..........................23.29

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LDNA umpires Saturday, April 25

A Grade: sisters Dani and Jessie Holland worked hard around the ring in a grand final rematch against rivals Boolarra.

Mirboo North netball Round 2 results U15: Mirboo North 54 d Boolarra 1.

Best: Charlie Chila, Bianca Kelly.

U17: Mirboo North 41 d Boolarra 25.

Best: Kiara Gervarsi, Erin Hoghton.

D Grade: Mirboo North 35 d Boolarra 26.

Best: Rianna Irwin, Emily Koene.

C Grade: Mirboo North 23 d Boolarra 15 Best: Lexi Andrews, Stacey Holland.

B Grade: Mirboo North 37 lt Boolarra 59.

Best: Aleisha Loh, Tylah Wilkins.

A Grade: Grand final rematch Mirboo North 54 d Boolarra 42.

Best: Jessie Holland, Jas Friend.

11am: Melinda McClennan, Barb Challis, Jesseme Aronson, Maria Evison, Mel Brown, Georgia Edwards, Lisa Mildenhall, Charlie Fixer, Millie Hannon, Mariah Grant, Bridget Eldred, Aliesha Wrigley, Nikki Stockdale.

12pm: Karen Clarke, Janice Sing, Sue Ritchie, Amy Smith, Emily Chadwick, Sophie Clarke, Shelley Fixter, Katrina Palmer, Maddi Wright, Lauren Baudinette, Pat Kuhne.

1pm: Sam Anderson, Sue Ritchie, Phil Smith, Erin Baudinette, Emma Smith, Bec Vagg.

2.15pm: Katrina Beckman, Lori McKenzie, Pat Kuhne, Anna Patterson, Julie Grant.

Enquiries: Julie Grant 0407 076 425, Erin Baudinette 0448 487 492.

Town Tangarine: from left, Jade McRae, Kasey Sumalinog, Bridie Fisher, Beth Drury, Katie McKinnon, Taiha Checkley and Evie Bath are ready to play at the opening of the LDNA season in Leongatha on Saturday morning.

Leongatha netball results Round 1 results Saturday, April 18

11 & Under Section 1: Parrots 34 d Town Black 0, Mt Eccles Thunderbirds 5 drew Meeniyan 5, Mirboo North Purple 17 d Mt Eccles Swifts 2.

11 & Under Section 2: Mt Eccles Magic 12 d Mt Eccles Vixens 0, Mirboo North Gold 11 d St Laurence 7.

13 & Under: Meeniyan 26 d Town Tangerine 2, Mirboo North Gold 28 d Mt Eccles Pulse 3, Mirboo North Purple 43 d Town Black 1, Mt Eccles Steel 26 d St Laurence Maroon 6, St Laurence Blue 14 d Mt Eccles Firebirds 6.

15 & Under: Mt Eccles Mystics 21 d Meeniyan 14, Parrots 33 d Town Black 5, Mirboo North Purple 22 d Town Tan-

gerine 17.

17 & Under / C Grade: St Laurence 38 d Mt Eccles Tornadoes 24, Mirboo North Purple 45 d Mt Eccles Storm 15, Meeniyan 53 d Town Black 23.

Open: Town Green 47 d St Laurence Maroon 35, Mt Eccles Roar 43 d Town Tangerine 29, St Laurence Gold 30 d Mt Eccles Thunder 24.

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409.01 149.62 191.22 104.00 133.33 122.92 91.95 84.21 60.13 58.60 48.12 33.72

12 12 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS M. Kraska (Dalyston) ......... (7) B. Runnalls (Phillip Is) ....... (7) L. McMillan (Inv-K’wak) ..... (2) D. Granger (Foster) ............ (5) B. Van Brummelen (Ph-I) ... (2) C. Endres (Kil-Bass) ........... (2) D. Zuidema (Stony Ck) ....... (1) B. Fisher (Dalyston) ........... (3) S. Sperling (Fish Ck) .......... (2) B. Nolan (DWWWW) .......... (5) J. Cann (Tarwin) ................. (4) J. Byrnes (Stony Ck) .......... (3) K. Kirk (Dalyston) ............... (0) G. Parker (Dalyston) .......... (2) T. Keily (Tarwin) ................. (1) A. Miller (Kil-Bass) ............. (1) K. Byers (Fish Creek) ......... (0) C. Hay (Tarwin) .................. (5)

31 17 10 8 7 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

RESERVES LADDER W L D

%

Dalyston ...... 3 0 0 676.79 Phillip Is...... 3 0 0 312.50 Tarwin ........ 2 0 0 229.33 Stony Creek .. 2 1 0 140.15 Fish Creek.... 2 1 0 113.07 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 1 152.46 Inv-K’wak ....... 1 2 0 51.34 DWWWW ....... 1 1 0 42.45 Kil-Bass.......... 0 2 1 47.03 MDU............... 0 2 0 52.23 Toora ... .......... 0 2 0 44.36 Foster ............. 0 3 0 14.37 GOALKICKERS J. Winmar (Dalyston) ......... (6) L. Wall (Dalyston) .............. (5) K. Taylor (Phillip Is)............ (4) M. Green (Stony Ck) .......... (1) S. McIntyre (Phillip Is) ....... (1) D. Britton (Fish Ck) ............ (4) P. Dunlop (Dalyston) .......... (3) M. Lindsay (Inv-K’wak) ...... (6) I. McCallum (Fish Ck)......... (5) J. Greenwood (Kor-Bena)... (5) M. Walker (Kor-Bena) ........ (5)

Pts

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Kil-Bass ...... 3 0 0 303.33 Inv-K’wak..... 2 1 0 238.14 Fish Creek.... 2 1 0 226.23 Foster ......... 2 1 0 157.66 Phillip Is...... 2 1 0 143.31 Dalyston ...... 2 1 0 125.48 MDU............... 1 1 0 210.98 Kor-Bena ........ 0 2 0 162.61 Toora .............. 0 1 0 36.80 Stony Creek.... 0 3 0 8.99 Tarwin ............ 0 2 0 2.46 DWWWW ....... 0 0 0 0.00 GOALKICKERS H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ..... (5) M. Homer (Kil-Bass) .......... (3) T. Van Dyke (Foster) ........... (2) S. Flanders (Fish Ck) .......... (5) J. Sanna (Phillip Is) ............ (5) J. Macri (Fish Ck) ............... (4) R. Scapin (Kil-Bass) ........... (3) O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (7) J. Black (Kil-Bass) .............. (7) J. Burgess (Kil-Bass) ......... (4) J. Keating (Phillip Is) .......... (3)

Pts

12 8 8 8 8 8 4 4 4 0 0 0 11 9 9 8 7 7 7 7 7 6 6

FISH Creek ventured across to Toora on Saturday to take on the Magpies on their home deck.

The ground was a credit to the curators at Toora as it was in absolutely magnificent condition.

The Kangaroos won the toss and kicked to the town end against the wind.

The game started slowly with both sides struggling early to contend with a stiff breeze blowing to the south east.

Fishy did nearly all of the attacking in the opening quarter with play mostly to the

SENIORS

Fish Creek 11.13.79 Toora 5.6.36

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Phillip Is...... 2 0 0 2150.00 Inv-K’wak..... 2 0 0 173.02 Dalyston ...... 1 1 0 145.07 Corner Inlet .. 1 1 0 141.67 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 0 106.56 Won Power ... 1 1 0 96.47 L’gatha Jnr ..... 0 2 0 18.92 Kil-Bass.......... 0 2 0 77.04 GOALKICKERS C. Cook (Dalys) .................. (3) N. Anderson (Won Power) .. (0) C. Koscal (Kor-Bena) .......... (4) J. Stewart (Kor-Bena)......... (4) J. Garnham (Won Power) ... (0) S. Tessari (Won Power) ...... (0) T. Nash (Inv-K’wak) ............ (2) E. Anitonia (Dalys) ............. (1) K. Benson (Dalyston) ......... (2) L. Bradbury (Foster)........... (3) A. Turton (Kor-Bena) .......... (3) C. Smith (Inv-K’wak) ........... (2)

8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 5 5 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3

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Pts

Inv-K’wak...... 2 0 0 1483.33 Phillip Is....... 1 1 0 228.57 Kil-Bass ....... 1 1 0 203.03 L’gatha Jnr .... 1 1 0 121.67 Kor-Bena ...... 1 1 0 75.47 Corner Inlet ... 1 1 0 57.14 Won Power .... 1 1 0 56.86 Dalyston ....... 0 2 0 0.00 GOALKICKERS J. Burns (Leon Jnr) ............ (0) K. Walker (Kor-Bena) ......... (3) B. Silvester (Inv-K’wak)...... (1) A. Hewitson (Inv-K’wak) .... (2) J. Halabi (Inv-K’wak) .......... (1) B. Senior-Gibson (Won P).. (1) A. Barnes (Kor-Bena) ......... (2) M. Gatherum (Kil-Bass) ..... (0) T. Bolam (Inv-K’wak) .......... (1) B. Kleverkamp (Kil-Bass) ... (0) J. Papas (Kil-Bass) ............. (1) J. Lewis (Kil-Bass) ............. (1) A. O’Neill (Inv-K’wak) ......... (1) J. Booth (Kil-Bass) ............. (2) Z. Duursma (Foster) ........... (2)

ALBERTON Round 4: April 25 Phillip Island v I-K Kor-Bena v Fish Creek (Night) Foster v Toora (Night) Sunday, April 26 DWWWW v Tarwin Stony Creek v MDU Dalyston - bye Kilcunda-Bass - bye

MID GIPPSLAND Round 3: April 26 (Sunday) Mirboo North v Newborough Yarragon v Yall-Yall North Trafalgar v Thorpdale Yinnar v Morwell East Boolarra v Hill End

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Pts

12 12 8 8 6 6 4 4 4 0 0 0 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 5 5

4 4 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

THIS WEEKEND

LADDER W L D

8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0

FOOTY DRAWS

UNDER 15 Fish Creek.... 2 0 0 564.86 Inv-K’wak..... 3 0 0 384.48 Phillip Is...... 2 1 0 452.00 Dalyston ...... 2 1 0 296.92 Tarwin ........ 1 0 1 174.14 Kil-Bass ...... 1 1 1 80.73 Kor-Bena ........ 1 2 0 165.57 Foster ............. 1 2 0 74.62 DWWWW ....... 0 1 0 28.48 MDU............... 0 2 0 17.11 Stony Creek.... 0 3 0 7.38 Toora... ........... 0 0 0 0.00 GOALKICKERS M. Freeman (Phillip Is)....... (3) L. Gheller (Dalyston) .......... (3) M. Mattock (Phillip Is) ....... (5) D. Garnham (Tarwin).......... (3) K. Reid (Inv-K’wak) ............ (0) C. O’Halloran (Dalys).......... (4) J. Barry (Dalys) .................. (5) S. Flanders (Fish Ck) .......... (0) X. Duursma (Foster) .......... (0) T. Simpson (Inv-K’wak) ...... (2) J. Pryor (Inv-K’wak) ........... (3)

northern end.

Callan Park opened the scoring with a classy goal in the sixth minute.

Inaccuracy was again a problem for Fishy missing shots on goal that will be costly if they don’t get the radar on line. Further goals to Cooper, who continues to impress early in the season, and another to Manne who was sharing the ruck duties with Brooks in the absence of McGrath, who will miss a number of weeks with injury.

For Toora, Harris was getting his hands on the ball and Dale Hanratty and Kyle Hol-

GIPPSLAND Round 3: April 25 Moe v Morwell Maffra v Leongatha Wonthaggi v Sale (Sunday) Traralgon v Drouin (Sunday) Bairnsdale v Warragul

ELLINBANK Round 3: April 25 Cora Lynn v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Lang Lang Sunday, April 26 Neerim South v Ellinbank Nilma Darnum v Longwarry Garfield v Nar Nar Goon Buln Buln v Catani Poowong v Nyora Dusties - bye

Fish Creek Goals: S. Sperling 2, C. Park 2, J. Brooks 2, E. Park 1, T. Fusinato 1, T. Manne 1, T. McGannon 1, B. Cooper 1 Toora Goals: J. Maurilli-Pullin 3, B. Willder 1, K. Holmes 1 Fish Creek Best: E. Park, J. Weatherson, C. Park, T. Price, T. Fusinato, G. Park Toora Best: M. O’Sullivan, M. Harris, J. Pintus, K. Holmes, P. Grant, Z. Clavarino RESERVES

Fish Creek 13.5.83 Toora 4.8.32

mes were moving well also.

The Fishy boys turned into quarter time with a 20 point lead.

The second quarter was very uneventful with neither side really able to get anything going, Fishy adding 2.4 to Toora 1.2 and at half time the margin was 28 points in favor of Fish Creek.

The third quarter was Toora’s best with goals to Holmes and a couple to Maurilli-Pullin reducing the margin to 16 points and the Pies now had winners with Harris, Holmes, Grant, Clavarino and Hanratty getting plenty of the ball.

Leading Goalkicker: I. McCallum 5 (F) Fishy Best: I. McCallum, A. Bright, J. Flanders, J. Danckert, H. Buckland Toora Best: L. Ferguson, C. Hilder, A. O’Sullivan, J. Vening, T. Need, T. Crawford THIRDS

Fish Creek 19.11.125 Toora 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: S. Flanders 5 (F) Fishy Best: M. McGannon, D. Ryan, J. Macri, R. Pridham, S. Flanders, O. Straw Toora Best: M. Edwards, J. Vening, K. Morgan, B. East, S. Argento, K. Butterworth

For Fish Creek the brothers three Parks, Callan, Ethan and Gareth (where for art thou Lachlan?) were all going well and Fusinato was winning some hard ball.

At the final change it was Fishy on top by 15 points.

The final quarter was somewhat of an anti-climax, however, with Fishy finishing the game out very well and proving too strong for the Magpies, Manne winning everything in the ruck, continuously tapping the ball to the advantage of his on-ballers.

Brooks at full forward was providing a target along with Price who moved forward and hit the post twice in succession. It wasn’t until the eight minute mark after several behinds that the Kangaroos could break the shackles and finally get the opening goal in the term to Callan Park after sneaking forward and taking a good juggling mark.

This was followed by a goal to Fusinato before Maurilli-Pullin for Toora kicked his third for the day to again give the Pies a glimmer of hope.

Playing the ball: Fish Creek’s Harfield Park and Toora’s Holmes jostle to get to the ball first.

Fishy didn’t take the foot off the peddle, however, and a couple of goals to Brooks and another to Sperling iced the match with the final margin 43 points in favor of Fish Creek.

Next week Fish Creek is away under lights on Anzac Day to Korumburra Bena while Toora are also away under lights at Foster in what will be great battle between these two old rivals.

• Allies V Korumburra Bena

Allies break the drought NOT since 2006 has Allies come close to defeating the powerful Korumburra Bena outfit.

Last Saturday they broke that drought and sent an ominous message to all the other Alberton League clubs that they are no longer the easy beats of the competition.

Allies went into the game without Dan Vardy and Josh Becker.

This gave Ben Maher, Wade Stoitse and Rick Humphries their opportunity to debut.

The first quarter was an arm wrestle with neither side able to get any rhythm.

The Giants were first to score with Mayo and Cant finding the big sticks in quick succession.

Mid-term the home side forced the ball around the boundary where Tony Sigeti spun around and from outside the 50 metre arc drilled the team’s first goal.

Within seconds Sigeti

showed that his first goal was no fluke and drilled home another for the Allies.

Once again play seesawed between the half back lines until late in the term Kilpatrick collected the bouncing ball for a goal then a long kick bounced clear and presented an easy chance for a Giant’s goal, however, a pack formed and from the dust a 50 metre penalty resulted and it made goal number four a certainty for the visitors.

The Giants lead by 10 points at the first break and should have gone on with it, however, the second term saw the home side hit top gear as Justin Marriott in the middle, Rhys Chadwick at centre half forward and Brandan Nolan at full forward were unstoppable.

Allies small players fought hard for the ball with Dan Batson and Jesse Lamont getting plenty of the ball and all the while running their opposition around.

Gradually the Allies got on top while restricting the Giants to just one point for the term.

A strong breeze sprang up during the third term but the Allies used their skills to work the ball low into the wind.

Sigeti and Ryan Marriott controlled the forward line and Will Knox won the ruck duels thus allowing the home side to again take charge.

Goals to Sigeti, Batson (2) and Justin Marriott seemingly put the issue beyond doubt as the Allies went to the three quarter time break with a handy 36 point lead.

With the breeze now having died down it was much easier to score to the northern end and the visitors set up the play with three quick goals thanks to Hancock and Mayo.

Not to be denied the Allies again ran hard with the ball as Lamont, Batson, Jaden Nolan and Brandon Nolan finished off the good work.

After four years in the wilderness maybe the culture has changed and certainly the football style has changed and the team finished on strongly to record the win - 14 -11 to 8-3.

Outclassed: Ricky Benis clears away with good shepherding.

SENIORS

Allies 14.11.95 Korumburra-Bena 8.3.51 Allies Goals: B. Nolan 5, A. Sigeti 4, D. Batson 2, J. Marriott 1, R. Benis 1, R. Chadwick 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: N. Cant 2, Z. Mayo 1, K. Cosson 1, M. Hancock 1, J. Kyle 1, B. Dorling 1, J. Kilpatrick 1 Allies Best: D. Batson, R. Marriott, J. Marriott, A. Sigeti, N. Pollock, H. Egerton Korumburra-Bena Best: S. Braithwaite, J. Hopkins, B. Fitzpatrick, H.

Suckling, C. Trewin, J. Fowles RESERVES

Korumburra-Bena 17.10.112 Allies 1.3.9 Leading Goalkicker: M. Walker 5 (K) KB Best: D. Robbins, P. Kyle, P. Whelan, B. Harris, J. Greenwood, J. Harris Allies Best: T. Davis, T. Hunter, B. Wigg, S. Thomas, M. Watson, S. Cosas FOURTHS

Korumburra-Bena 23.13.151 Allies 1.1.7 No match details submitted

• Tarwin V Kilcunda Bass

Confidence boosting win for Tarwin WITH the AFL Gippsland Region Commission review into league structures now underway and in large part driven by a perceived imbalance between the fortunes of clubs at the eastern end of the region from those in the west, Tarwin’s good win over Kilcunda Bass is somewhat out of step with recent times.

The wheel turns, however, and Tarwin is reportedly doing well with numbers in season 2015.

Kilcunda Bass on the other hands, with several recent

premierships under its belt and making it to the 2014 preliminary final only to be beaten by the eventual premiers, Phillip Island, is suffering from a minor exodus.

One of the club’s biggest losses a couple of weeks before the season began, has been Kale Burgles to the WA mines in Kalgoorlie from where he received an offer too good to turn down.

Burgles, the league’s top goal kicker in recent years, was the kind of player who single handedly could make the difference and get the Killy Bass over the line.

By its own admission, this year the club will be happy to sneak into the six.

It is a team revitalising itself by nurturing the young who have come up through the ranks and shown loyalty

to the club.

The club is playing seven or eight young players who have hung around and shown commitment.

Killy Bass got the better start on Saturday.

The breeze blowing was across the ground and favouring neither side.

At the quarter time break KB was three goals up.

It relinquished this lead in the second term, allowing Tarwin to win the lead which it went on to extend in each subsequent quarter.

Tarwin had the gun midfielders and a full forward who was on song. Both powerful combinations in a football match.

C. Hay, the Tarwin full forward, was strong on the lead, strong to mark and accurate off the boot.

Tarwin’s smaller players bustled and busied themselves and by contrast Killy Bass was giving away silly free kicks.

It was a 44 point ball

SENIORS

Tarwin 16.11.107 Kilcunda-Bass 9.9.63 Tarwin Goals: C. Hay 5, J. Cann 4, H. Browne 2, T. Keily 1, T. Lomax 1, J. Chalmers 1, A. Cardy 1, M. Chalmers 1 Kilcunda-Bass Goals: M. Whitham 2, C. Endres 2, R. Carroll 1, A. Nooy 1, S. Edwards 1, A. Miller 1, J. Wilson 1 Tarwin Best: J. Cann, C. Hay, N. McRae, W. Nye, S. Kilsby, N. Browne Kilcunda-Bass Best: C. Endres, B. Law, J. Andersen, A. Nooy, S. Scott, J. Joyce RESERVES

Tarwin 13.15.93 Kilcunda-Bass 3.3.21 Leading Goalkicker: A. Russell 4 (T) Tarwin Best: A. Russell, M. Garnham, A. Bell, J. Moore, T. Cameron, T. Cameron

game at the final siren but the two clubs are probably closer peers than the score line indicates.

It was a good game and played in good spirit.

KB Best: D. Allen, G. Wallace, B. Wallace, J. Turner, J. Born, D. Bettles THIRDS

Kilcunda-Bass 23.10.148 Tarwin 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: J. Black 7 (K) KB Best: S. Casey, L. Scott, J. Burgess, M. Homer, R. Scapin, J. Black Tarwin Best: J. Dunn , T. Brew, J. Patullo, T. Van der Kolk, J. Hunter, L. Anderson FOURTHS

Kilcunda-Bass 4.4.28 Tarwin 4.4.28 Leading Goalkicker: D. Garnham 3 (T) KB Best: L. Alford, J. Bastwrous, S. Bent, B. Adwell, J. Rosenow, W. Lindsay Tarwin Best: J. Hill, D. Garnham, B. Motton, T. Van der Kolk, J. Beckwith, R. Coleman

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 21, 2015 - PAGE 49

FOOTBALL | SPORT

thestar.com.au • MDU v Phillip Island

Island steal the jump on MDU MISSED opportunities proved costly for MDU on its home turf against Phillip Island on Saturday.

The Bulldogs led at every change and proved the faster side with the extra courage needed to intimidate its opponents.

And intimidate MDU it did with players looking unprepared to go that extra yard that’s makes the difference at the end of the day.

Phillip Island showed itself to be more accurate, cleaner in its execution and more skilled.

In short it looked a class above.

MDU supporters must have tired of yelling, “Go in hard!”

The Bulldogs made the Demons look slow.

On a home ground that looked a picture and with a

surface to match, the Bulldogs stole the Demon’s thunder and had the first three goals on the board with a much harder attack on the ball.

With four straight goals at the first break, MDU was on the board with two goals, three behinds, wasted opportunities.

All match MDU struggled to maintain a fast moving Phillip Island midfield with Youle, Kimber and Edwards running rings around their opponents.

Up forward for the island, Runnals, who finished the day with seven majors, had five against his name by half time.

He couldn’t miss.

For MDU there were several encouraging signs, chief amongst them the potential shown by young nineteen year olds, Jake McMillan and Ryan Olden.

Jack Hughes also emerged as a key player af-

ter half time.

The coaching staff at MDU must wish they were able to review video footage of some of the game to give direction to training and preparation for the next op-

ponents.

Some of the efforts were just not good enough.

Okay, that was your first effort but don’t give up; aren’t the second and third efforts the game changers?

Phillip Island 15.10.100 M.D.U. 5.5.35

THIRDS Phillip Island 12.3.75 M.D.U. 5.7.37

Phillip Island Goals: B. Runnalls 7, A. Duyker 2, B. Van Brummelen 2, M. Pierce 1, J. Taylor 1, T. Cole 1, J. Taylor 1 M.D.U. Goals: J. Kennedy 1, J. Sinclair 1, J. McMillan 1, B. Thomas (Jnr) 1, C. Hutcheson 1 Phillip Island Best: B. Kimber, M. Wright, A. Edwards, B. Runnalls, J. Youle, M. Griffin M.D.U. Best: N. Roberts, R. Olden, T. Corry, J. McMillan, J. Hughes

RESERVES Phillip Island 11.12.78 M.D.U. 4.4.28 Leading Goalkicker: K. Taylor 4 (P) PI Best: C. Porter, D. McGinley, Z. Wagner, J. Lees, M. Riky, K. Taylor M.D.U. Best: D. Campbell, M. Harris, P. Harris, B. Coulter, C. Harris, T. Harris

Leading Goalkicker: J. Sanna 5 (P) PI Best: J. Sanna, R. Marshall, J. Keating, J. Piera, B. Caile, L. Sullivan M.D.U. Best: W. Horvath, M. Olden, D. Thorson, E. Stephenson, B. Schulz, L. Harris

FOURTHS Phillip Island 17.12.114 M.D.U. 0.2.2 Leading Goalkicker: Z. Mattock 5 (P) PI Best: B. Anderson, B. Taylor, Z. Mattock, L. Wilson-Browne, C. Farrell, C. Thompson M.D.U. Best: C. Olden, B. Hastings, N. Rigby, J. Hastings, S. Benra, M. Hoober

• Inverloch Kongwak v Stony Creek

Stony Creek controls the game STONY Creek held a stranglehold almost all day in its 17 point win over Inverloch Kongwak on Saturday.

The final margin is not an indication of the difference between the two sides with Inverloch Kongwak kicking a few in “junk time” when the Maroons had it all parcelled up.

The Maroons started the day off well in the senior match after kicking to the town end which favoured a light breeze although conditions were very good for football.

Stony had the straight kicking boots on with five straight before quarter time to IK’s three.

Andrew Logan was again solid as a rock for the Lions with another polished game from centre

half back.

In fact Stony Creek defence was dominant with Justin Shields a great first half down back before venturing forward in the second half.

The third quarter was a scrappy and uneventful quarter with just one goal scored, to Stony Creek, and it was Stony 9.5 to IK’s 5.3 at the final change.

With Rankin and Clark showing the way, IK attempted a revival while down back Billows was trying hard for the Sea Eagles.

But the lead was too great and Stony held on well for the four points.

Another blow to Stony Creek early in the season with Julian Stone suffering a hamstring injury and he’ll join brother Tom (collarbone) on the side-

lines; both expected back in about 4-5 weeks.

Brother Cameron Stone performed well on a wing with another good player for Stony being Clint Mackie on the ball.

Stony Creek host MDU in an Anzac tribute game this Sunday, April 26 at the racecourse while Inverloch Kongwak journey to Phillip Island for a game on Saturday, April 25.

Stony Creek 11.8.74 Inverloch-Kongwak 9.3.57

THIRDS Inverloch-Kongwak 26.12.168 Stony Creek 2.0.12

Stony Creek Goals: J. Byrnes 3, A. Myhal 2, D. Zuidema 1, J. Schelling 1, L. Bowman 1, J. Shields 1, C. Mackie 1, K. Wille 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: L. Johnson 2, L. McMillan 2, R. Clark 2, A. Cross 1, C. Terlich 1, D. Lawton 1 Stony Creek Best: C. Mackie, J. Shields, A. Logan, C. Stone, K. Wille, J. Byrnes Inverloch-Kongwak Best: L. Rankin, R. Clark, S. Joma, D. Lawton, C. Terlich, R. Langstaff

RESERVES Stony Creek 9.5.59 Inverloch-Kongwak 7.2.44 Leading Goalkicker: M. Lindsay 6 (I) Stony Best: B. Hayes, J. Monaghan, J. Byrnes, T. Gordon, G. Gray, M. Linke IK Best: B. Hayes, S. Fisher, M. Lindsay, C. Sampson, T. Whelan, J. Cahir

Leading Goalkicker: O. Toussaint 7 (I) IK Best: O. Toussaint, J. Scott, L. Scott, C. Mckenzie, L. Nunn, H. McInnes Stony Best: W. Collins, T. Sinclair, L. Harrington, J. Hemming, J. Ballagh, J. Tiziani

FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 18.10.118 Stony Creek 1.1.7 Leading Goalkicker: J. Pryor 3 (I) IK Best: J. Bates, J. Hutchinson, M. Toussaint, N. Harris, E. Purnell, W. Clarkson Stony Best: J. Bright, J. Phillips, H. Collins, A. Wright, R. WisdomBrasher, Q. Bayley

Knock out blow: MDU’s Winderlich and Phillip Island’s Matthews vie for supremacy at a throw in. Phillip Island stole the jump on MDU with a more aggressive attack on the ball.

Bulldog: MDU managed to get numbers around the ball but Phillip Island was hungrier and harder for the ball.

STONY CREEK FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE

MDU FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB & MEENIYAN RSL PRESENT SPECIAL

ANZAC

TRIBUTE MATCHES STONY STONY CREEK V MDU SUNDAY APRIL 26

AT STONY CREEK RACE COURSE GATES OPEN AT 8AM 2PM Senior football & netball teams guard of honour on the ground Vietnam veteran Colin James will recite the ode Nat Stewart to play the last post One minute silence A grade netball and senior football will then begin All football and netball matches will be played as usual on the day

Strength: Inverloch Kongwak’s Jimmy Brosnan lays a successful tackle on Saturday. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz

‘SPIRIT OF ANZAC’ MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO ONE MEMBER OF BOTH TEAMS IN ALL MATCHES

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SPORT | FOOTBALL Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER Mirboo North .......... 247.96 Morwell East........... 193.40 Yinnar ..................... 173.21 Trafalgar ................. 126.50 Newborough ........... 101.32 Yall-Yall North ............ 84.08 Boolarra ..................... 72.25 Thorpdale .................. 60.33 Yarragon .................... 58.93 Hill End ...................... 47.81

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RESERVES LADDER Newborough ........... 341.07 Yinnar ..................... 212.86 Morwell East........... 168.33 Mirboo North .......... 164.52 Yarragon ................... 89.77 Trafalgar ..................... 58.67 Boolarra ..................... 65.09 Yall-Yall North ............ 53.12 Hill End ...................... 52.67 Thorpdale .................. 42.95

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THIRDS LADDER Mirboo North .......... 448.00 Yarragon ................. 312.70 Yinnar ..................... 200.00 Thorpdale ............... 125.74 Newborough ........... 110.74 Yall-Yall North ............ 76.34 Morwell East .............. 47.96 Trafalgar ..................... 63.64 Boolarra .................... 13.48

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• Boolarra V Mirboo North

Mirboo continue to thrill supporters MIRBOO North easily retained the George Lewis Memorial Shield when it thrashed Boolarra by 96 points at Boolarra Recreation Reserve on Saturday.

Sunshine and barely a whiff of a breeze greeted both sides for the 2.30pm start, after overnight showers had softened the oval’s surface to provide perfect conditions for football.

Mirboo North welcomed back two-time premiership captain, Clancy Bennett, who also added senior flags at Dimboola and Goodwood Saints (SA) to his resume during seven seasons away from the club.

The fully ripped, hard running and multi-skilled

Bennett celebrated his return with a stunning best afield performance for the Tigers.

Five-time best and fairest winner, Don Webb, was another dual premiership representative to pull on his yellow and black jumper again, after a 12 month hiatus.

The Demons competed feverishly in the opening and final terms, but fell away ingloriously during the second and third quarters.

Boolarra was within striking distance of the mighty Tigers at the first break, after Jesse Giardina’s magnificent 35 metre left foot snap during time on, reduced the Demons’ deficit to 13 points.

Concerns Mirboo North may have been going off the boil around the ball, turned out to be false.

The desperado Demons had preyed on Mirboo

North’s occasional fumbles with fierce tackles, that quickly reminded the visitors they weren’t wrapped tightly in the arms of love.

However, cracks started to appear in the home team’s armory and before long the Demons were sinking faster than a capsized dinghy in nearby Little Morwell River.

Suddenly, Mirboo North’s previously harassed runners were roaming free, as though intervention orders were in place.

Bennett, Shane Peters, Jack Robertson, Josh Taylor, Damien Turner, Daniel Taylor and Tristan Salerno were taking advantage of Isaac Abas’ ruck dominance to run and carry the Sherrin into Mirboo North’s scoring area.

Abas’ innate skills and incredible athleticism proved challenging for his slower

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FOURTHS LADDER Yinnar ..................... 826.92 Newborough ........... 463.16 Hill End ................... 337.50 Trafalgar ................. 203.41 Thorpdale ............... 100.89 Mirboo North.............. 78.72 Yarragon ...................... 0.00 Morwell East .............. 12.50 Yall-Yall North .............. 2.16

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On song: gun Mirboo North onballer Jack Robertson drives the ball in to attack as his team mate scrambles out of the way. Photo by www.mdphotos.net

and bulkier opponent, Matt Windsor, who refused to throw in the towel.

Goals were coming from everywhere for the Tigers, whose fast play on at all costs agenda thrilled Mirboo North’s large contingent of supporters.

Mirboo North’s defining second quarter had seen it mercilessly pile on 8.2 to Boolarra’s solitary point and kill the game as a contest.

Recruits, Josh Piper and Jon Burge caused havoc, with three and two majors respectively, during the Tigers’ 25 minute goal kicking onslaught.

In essence, Mirboo North’s formulated organisational mobility, far outweighed Boolarra’s dysfunctional logistical inflexibility at the stoppages and around the ground.

Any attempt to dress up Boolarra’s dramatic fadeout is fanciful and coach Tony Giardina was entitled to give his team a proper dressing down at the long break.

Mirboo North continued to inflict more carnage in the third term by booting 5.5 to 1.3.

No one would argue the Demons’ capitulation was less attractive than Princess Fiona.

Defensive Tigers, Dwayne Gunn, Kris Berchtold and Brent Harriage turned back numerous forward 50 entries with strong marking and effective hand and foot clearances.

Boolarra’s woes were exacerbated when its star rover, Andrew Thorpe, was carried from the field with a leg injury midway through the third quarter.

Luke Conway, Tim Dowe, Sam Mazou and Courtney Sherriff worked hard for the Demons, whilst

full back, Matt Buglisi, did well to restrict Tim Traill to two majors for the afternoon.

The Demons finally reestablished their structures and productive ball movement in the last quarter, when they limited the Tigers to three goals and registered a couple themselves.

Mirboo North returns to Tigerland this Sunday 26 April, where it meets its vanquished 2013 and 2014 grand final rival, Newborough.

Reserves The mighty Tigers recorded its second win of the season when it desperately held on to defeat the fast finishing Demons by 14 points.

Boolarra doggedly ate away at its 49 point last change deficit, by looking for heavyweight full forward, Daniel Lopresse, who ended the match with six goals.

Mirboo North was well in command until three quarter time, thanks to gritty performances from James Grande, Brian Waters, Liam Smit and Dale Banks.

Andrew Soplakow provided a reliable target option for his teammates in front of the big white sticks and scored four goals for the

SENIORS Mirboo North 20.14.134 d Boolarra 5.8.38 Mirboo North goals: J. Burge 4, J. Piper 3, D. Taylor 3, J. Robertson 2, J. Taylor 2, T. Traill 2, D. Pinneri 2, I. Abas 1, C. Bennett 1.

Mirboo North best: C. Bennett, J. Taylor, J. Robertson, D. Turner, J. Piper, D. Gunn.

Boolarra goals: J. Giardina 2, A. Thorpe 1, T. Dowe 1, T. Tobin 1.

Boolarra best: L. Conway, M. Windsor, M. Buglisi, T. Dowe, S. Mazou, C. Sherriff.

RESERVES Mirboo North 9.8.62 d Boolarra 7.6.48 Mirboo North goals: A. Soplakow 4, D. Banks 2, L. Smit 1, D. Lockie 1, B. Waters 1.

winners.

Kieran Foley, Jacob Vuillermin and Dwayne Brand were solid contributors for Boolarra, along with Hayden Kite, who was often seen flying high for marks.

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Yallourn-Yall Nth 11.8.74 d Trafalgar 9.7.61 Yinnar 14.14.98 d Thorpdale 8.6.54 Morwell East 18.11.119 d Hill End 7.7.49 Newborough 16.14.110 d Yarragon 10.4.64 RESERVES Morwell East 5.10.40 d Hill End 3.6.24 Newborough 10.7.67 d Yarragon 5.5.35 Trafalgar 9.13.67 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 3.8.26 Yinnar 12.16.88 d Thorpdale 4.4.28 THIRDS Yarragon 12.7.79 d Newborough 8.9.57 Yallourn-Yall Nth 4.11.35 d Trafalgar 4.11.35 Yinnar 7.12.54 d Thorpdale 4.5.29 FOURTHS Trafalgar 24.16.160 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 0.0.0 Yinnar 14.13.97 d Thorpdale 3.2.20 Hill End 17.13.115 d Morwell East 1.5.11

Mirboo North best: J. Grande, B. Waters, L. Smit, D. Banks, M. Salerno, A. McCarthy.

Boolarra goals: D. Loprese 6, K. Foley 1.

Boolarra best: D. Loprese, K. Foley, J. Vuillermin, D. Brand, H. Kite, A. Ellis

THIRDS Mirboo North 16.16.112 d Boolarra 4.1.25 Mirboo North goals: T. Bolton 4, A. Miller 3, C. Williams 2, J. Richards 2, J. Moro 1, K. Wilson 1, B. Linforth 1, J. Buxton 1, J. Hohmann 1.

Mirboo North best: Z. Porter, D. Allen, A. Miller, J. Hohmann, J. Moro, C. Williams.

Boolarra goals: T. Tobin 4.

Boolarra best: T. Tobin, K. Alexander, Z. Bell, T. Brophy, C. Noy, O. Brennan.

• Dalyston V Foster

Dalyston survives Tiger challenge DALYSTON maintained its big percentage lead at the top of the Alberton ladder after disposing of Foster by 67 points on Saturday.

But the game was a lot closer than the ladder difference between these two sides indicates with Foster actually only trailing by five goals at three quarter time.

It was a spirited game by the Tigers, outscoring its more fancied rival in the third quarter.

Fitness finally showed out though as Dalyston booted 8.2 in the last quarter to Foster’s two goals to run away with the match.

Dalyston, the flag favourites, have shown some vulnerability but the next three weeks won’t trouble the club with a bye, the Allies and then Korumburra Bena not expected to trouble the Magpies.

Mark Kraska, although not named in the best players, still booted seven goals; it must take a lot to get a vote down Dalyston way!

Best for the Magpies was Butler, Parker and Kirk while for the Tiges Holman, Angwin and Brown shone through.

The Tigers host Toora in a night game local derby this Saturday.

SENIORS

Dalyston 19.12.126 Foster 9.5.59 Dalyston Goals: M. Kraska 7, B. Fisher 3, K. Butler 2, G. Parker 2, K. Schrape 2, T. Davey 1, C. Tait 1, M. Schreck 1 Foster Goals: D. Granger 5, S. Chaseling 2, G. Delaney 1, L. Coffey 1 Dalyston Best: K. Butler, G. Parker, K. Kirk, K. Schrape, B. Fisher, J. Alexander Foster Best: T. Holman, B. Angwin, M. Brown, D. Granger, J. Williams, G. Donovan RESERVES

Dalyston 22.13.145 Foster 1.2.8

Safe hands: Todd Holman takes a good grab for Foster.

Leading Goalkicker: J. Winmar 6 (D) Dalyston Best: not submitted Foster Best: J. Moore, J. Bright, J.

Aldersea, J. Freeman, A. Heal, D. La Casa THIRDS

Dalyston 12.12.84 Foster 5.4.34 Leading Goalkicker: L. Legione 3 (D) Dalyston Best: K. Spinks, M. Davey, M. Crutchfield, T. Robinson, J. Waite, D. Turton Foster Best: R. Prain, J. Coffey, D. La Casa, H. Griggs, E. Smith, M. Jones FOURTHS

Dalyston 17.10.112 Foster 2.3.15 Leading Goalkicker: J. Barry 5 (D) Dalyston Best: J. Barry, C. O’Halloran, A. Geyer, L. Ion, K. Wright, J. Vuyst Foster Best: B. Armstrong, J. Smith, L. Wake, N. Van Dyke, J. Thornell, M. House

Too late: Foster’s Todd Holman fails to intercept another fine mark to Michael Kraska.

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Optimist: Leongatha’s Jake Best, left, prepares to take the crumbs after being provided with great support from his team mates. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @ www.fourcornersframing.biz

ROUND 2 SENIORS

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400 games for Barry BARRY McCoy umpired his 400th game in the Leongatha v Wonthaggi match on Saturday night.

Milestone: Barry McCoy enjoyed umpiring his 400th game at the Leongatha v. Wonthaggi night game.

He started his football umpiring career on the promise of $50 and a beer. The year was 1998 and he was not sure where his football career with the Wonthaggi Rovers was headed.

A police sergeant at Wonthaggi, Barry has spent 35 years in the force. He wanted to stay fit and was talked into training with the local umpires. He was not signing up for anything, but when he was offered the princely sum of $50 to umpire a practice match at Tarwin, with the added incentive a cold beverage, he took it. The rest, as they say, is history.

On Saturday night, under lights at Leongatha for the Parrots versus Power clash, the South Gippsland Umpires Association stalwart umpired his 400th game.

Going in with a sore Achilles tendon, the 53 year old was feeling a little underdone.

Despite this, he is very keen to reach the magic 500 game mark.

Barry said keeping calm was the key to longevity in umpiring and there were

similarities with controlling play on the field and being a cop on the beat.

“Dealing with people who are losing it a bit, means there’s a similarity. You’re sometimes dealing with people who are bit irrational and are having a bad day.

You get footballers overreacting to frees paid against them or don’t agree with decisions and even sometimes supporters and officials,” he said.

“There’s been the odd occasion where coaches have lost the plot. You’ve got to keep your cool and not respond badly. Being a policeman has helped me do that.”

Barry has had many highlights during his umpiring journey, but puts “the many great people I’ve met” at the top of the list.

“There’s people here who are lifetime friends,” he said.

Among them is Scott Wilson, who umpired alongside Barry on Saturday night.

“There’s never a moment during a game where you feel uncomfortable when Barry’s around. He’s always encouraging. I would say he’s among the top five umpires I’ve seen,” Scott said.

LADDER %

Pts

Leongatha ....2 0 0 353.23 8 Drouin ........2 0 0 176.42 8 Maffra.........2 0 0 162.22 8 Wonthaggi ...1 1 0 132.74 4 Sale ...........1 1 0 106.34 4 Moe................1 1 0 88.52 4 Traralgon ........1 1 0 69.68 4 Warragul ........0 2 0 55.78 0 Bairnsdale ......0 2 0 55.10 0 Morwell ..........0 2 0 44.68 0 GOALKICKERS D. Bedggood (Maffra) ......... (2) 10 J. Best (Leongatha) ............. (0) 9 A. Burgiel (Moe).................. (4) 8 B. Hughes (Drouin) ............. (4) 8 A. Hillberg (Leongatha) ....... (1) 6 A. Cook (Wonthaggi)........... (1) 6 L. Stockdale (Traralgon) ...... (5) 6 C. Maskell (Leongatha) ....... (4) 6 J. Woods (Sale) .................. (2) 5 D. Butcher (Maffra) ............. (5) 5 R. Carter (Sale) ................... (2) 5 C. Verboon (Leongatha) ...... (2) 5 D. Barrand (Drouin) ............ (2) 5 W. Gieschen (Maffra) .......... (3) 5 M. Engley (Moe) ................. (2) 5

LADDER %

0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2

Pts

Traralgon .....2 0 0 319.57 Wonthaggi ...2 0 0 308.47 Drouin ........1 0 0 3950.00 Maffra.........1 0 0 1111.11 Moe ...........1 1 0 137.84 Sale ................1 1 0 60.00 Leongatha ......0 2 0 66.36 Morwell ..........0 2 0 36.08 Warragul ........0 2 0 1.86 Bairnsdale ......0 0 0 0.00 GOALKICKERS

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A. Murray (Wonthaggi) ....... (2) D. Loprese (Traralgon) ........ (6) B. Walker (Sale) .................. (6) R. Tack (Wonthaggi) ........... (0) L. Axford (Drouin) ............... (4) M. Davies (Leongatha) ........ (1) S. Robbins (Maffra) ............ (0) J. Seri (Drouin) ................... (3) Z. Gilmour (Wonthaggi) ...... (2) J. Pellicano (Leongatha) ..... (3) J. Rohde (Traralgon) ........... (2) C. Pollard (Traralgon) .......... (2)

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0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

845.83 364.15 204.44 100.00 82.03 74.00 65.12 43.71 50.00 24.20

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GOALKICKERS B. Atlee (Traralgon) ............. (4) J. Buck (Bairnsdale) ............ (4) D. Giardina (Warragul) ........ (2) J. Ginnane (Leongatha) ....... (5) J. Petrovic (Sale)................. (4) R. Loprese (Traralgon) ........ (1) J. Van Dyk (Moe) ................ (1) L. Elia (Bairnsdale) .............. (1) J. Orlicki (Warragul) ............ (4) M. Corbett (Bairnsdale) ....... (2)

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RESERVES W L D

W L D

Traralgon .....2 Bairnsdale ...2 Sale ...........1 Leongatha ....1 Moe ...........1 Maffra ............1 Morwell ..........1 Drouin ............1 Warragul ........0 Wonthaggi......0

Sale ...........2 Moe ...........2 Drouin ........2 Bairnsdale ...1 Traralgon .....1 Morwell ..........0 Leongatha ......0 Maffra ............0 Warragul ........0 Wonthaggi......0

0 0 0 1 1 1 1 2 2 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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Pts

1054.17 571.05 187.50 117.92 115.48 43.29 49.23 37.21 9.76 0.00

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GOALKICKERS A. McCall (Sale) .................. (7) 10 A. Hodge (Bairnsdale) ......... (6) 6 R. Anderson (Moe) ............. (0) 6 C. Henness (Sale) ............... (5) 5 K. Rose (Drouin) ................. (1) 5 L. Farrell (Moe) ................... (1) 5 J. Simpson (Moe) ............... (1) 5 L. Taylor (Drouin) ................ (0) 4 J. Murphy (Moe) ................. (1) 4 J. Ray (Bairnsdale) .............. (3) 3 J. Driffield (Maffra) ............. (2) 3 L. Johnson (Sale) ................ (1) 3 T. Dessent (Sale) ................. (3) 3 L. Craft (Sale)...................... (2) 3

League structure up for review AFL Gippsland Region Commission has launched a major review into senior football league structures in Gippsland.

Dean Cashin, the Director of Special Events and Publicity for the Alberton Football Netball League, said a review of Junior football in Gippsland was always on the cards but that AFL Gippsland decided to add Senior football to the review.

“In the process we are now looking at everything including junior football, umpiring and netball.”

The Commission hosted the first meeting on Monday, April 13 when it formally introduced the final members of the nineperson committee.

AFL Gippsland region general manager Travis Switzer will chair the committee, which includes football development managers Rob Reid, Ryan Evans and Chelsea Caple and Netball Victoria eastern regional development manager Judi Buhagiar.

The committee was rounded out by four independent members, Heyfield farmer Graeme Anderson, former Baw Baw Shire councillor Tony Wolfe, Korumburra osteopath Mat Holmes and retired Gippsland police officer Col Riley.

Mr Cashin said any changes would not happen until the 2017 season.

It is hoped the review will result in measures which narrow the gap between successful and struggling clubs.

The review will incorporate the region’s five senior competitions; Gippsland League, Alberton and North Gippsland football netball leagues and Mid Gippsland and Ellinbank and District football leagues.

A review committee is being formed, with representatives from AFL Gippsland and AFL Victoria and up to four independent members from across the region.

The actual processes of the review are still being determined with the first meeting expected to happen in about a month’s time.

“Whether forums or one on one interview are the primary vehicle for enquiry is not yet known but the process will evolve as it is undertaken,” Mr Cashin said.

All clubs, leagues and associations in Gippsland will have the opportunity to have an input into the review.

Population changes and the geographical challenges of the region will also be considered as part of the review and the impact on Junior football, umpiring and

netball will also be taken into account.

“Standardising age groups will be high up on the agenda and will help to even out the irregularities which occur between clubs with stronger numbers to the west of the region where population in places like Wonthaggi has exploded, and those in areas which struggle to find the numbers, usually in the eastern parts of the region.”

Mr Cashin also pointed out the cyclical nature of change giving the example of Poowong Loch which a few years ago was struggling but is doing well again now.

Mr Cashin’s views on both points are echoed by officials at other clubs with the Korumburra Football Netball Club president Michael Hopkins describing the current state of play as “All over the shop.”

He cited clubs being able to field a team at one junior level or another one year, and then not the next, as a common occurrence.

Of the cyclical nature of change he gave the example of the Allies, “Gone one year and back the next.”

Encouraging youth to umpire to avoid the current situation where some years the leagues are flush with umpires and some years not, is another key area for the review

to inspect.

Incentives to umpire at a higher level and the sharing of umpires between leagues are two suggestions for making the key aspect of the game as appealing as possible.

AFL Gippsland Region Commission chair Brian Quigley said while the review was a significant undertaking, it was extremely important for the future of football in the region. ‘‘What has been made clear to us through our extensive consultation with leagues and clubs in the past 12 months, is there are major issues in football in our region that need to be addressed,’’ Quigley said. ‘‘We know some clubs are doing it tough at the moment and we need to look at the competitive balance of leagues where some areas are growing faster than others and some clubs have greater access to onfield and off-field resources.’’

Quigley said the review would not necessarily result in wholesale changes to current league structures, but the football community should be prepared for any changes the process recommends. ‘‘Our first and foremost obligation is to protect clubs and if that means re-structuring leagues, then that is what we will do,’’

Quigley said.

The aim of the review is to provide balanced competitions in Gippsland that promote the sustainability of clubs and increase participation.

The decision to review senior football league structures comes on the back of AFL Gippsland’s successful review of junior football in West Gippsland last year, which led to the structure of the Warragul and District Junior Football League and Ellinbank and District Football League junior competitions.

The review process will begin during the 2015 season and is likely to continue into season 2016, with changes to be implemented in 2017.

Mr Quigley praised the calibre of committee members. ‘‘We are very fortunate to have people with the local knowledge, expertise and football, netball and umpiring experience put their hands up for such an important project,’’Quigley said. ‘‘This review is a huge undertaking and we thank all our committee members in advance for the work they will put into it.’’

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In front: Ash Lynch gets a free for holding the man, courtesy Wonthaggi’s Riley Lindsay. Photo by www.mdphotos.net

Parrots show class in derby A BIG crowd turned out for what promised to be a thrilling match between local rivals Leongatha and Wonthaggi on Saturday night.

All over it: Aaron Heppell and Chris Verboon contest the issue hard on Saturday night.

Photos by www.mdphotos.net Below, Next move: Aaron Hillberg sizes up his options as he is pursued by Wonthaggi Power’s Matt Howell.

These games are always tough and played with passion and intensity. This game would be no different with the Parrots on their home ground prevailing and sending a strong message that this season they were on the march. In the end the Parrots recorded a well-deserved clear victory by 36 points.

Leongatha coach Beau Vernon, again happy with his players’ efforts, said the “pressure around the ball by our players was fantastic.”

“Everyone did their job.

We just went harder for a bit longer than Wonthaggi did. We played like we never believed we had the game in our keeping. You can’t relax with a team like Wonthaggi.”

“It looks like the players are enjoying themselves out there,” Vernon said as he was preparing for the next big test, away to Maffra, another team with hot prospects for 2015.

Match report As fate would have it, after a reasonable autumn day, as the senior game was about to begin on came the drizzle and strong winds, almost on cue. And things just never improved, ruining what promised to be a real showcase game. It was now all about maintaining the pressure, working in numbers and basically who wanted the ball the most.

Wonthaggi had some changes to its side with youngsters Aloysio Ferriera-Neto, Matt

Howell and Jye Read coming in and Dom O’Connor and Jack Blair out. For the Parrots it was Jake Mackie in for Sean Westaway (corkie) and Aaron Heppell was again in the selected team.

Play would be congested all evening as the defences of both sides would be continually tested.

Power got the first goal of the night through Phil Young but the game was already a scrappy affair. The Power forwards were working hard to keep the ball in their zone and there were no easy possessions as the pressure continued to build.

Earl Shaw, Power’s big ruckman was working well around the ground while Byron Dryden, Aloysio Ferriera-Neto, Matt Coyne and Tim Gilliland were busy down back.

For the Parrots Zac Vernon, Dale Houghton, Ash Lynch, Tom Marriott and Aaron Heppell had started well and were providing plenty of drive and spirit. The game see-sawed between the half-back lines and was a real contest as the players battled the pressure and weather.

Aaron Hillberg brought the crowd to its feet with a big mark and the Parrots were soon on the board with a goal to even up the score.

The intensity of the game was lifting as Leongatha worked hard to keep possession. Power scored the next goal from a free kick and 50 metres to Gilliland but Cade Maskell who presented strongly got the reply soon after to end what had been a tight first quarter.

The game was not reaching any great heights with many stoppages and packs gathering. The signs were however good for the home

side with most of the play down at the scoreboard end.

Chris Verboon for Leongatha helped himself to a goal with a strong smother and second effort which seemed to lift the Parrots’ confidence.

They now seemed more comfortable in pressing hard and working in numbers at the ball. It looked like they had broken free and were in control but were not finishing on the scoreboard, wasting opportunities.

The game was tough with strong tackling as you would expect in these trying conditions. Power goaled through Adam Cook but its scoring opportunities were really limited. Tas Clingan, Ben Willis and Dale Houghton were doing a great job for the home side while apart from Ferriera-Neto, Shannon Bray, Dryden, Gilliland and Matt Coyne it was hard to find a consistent Power performer.

With the Parrots in control at half time by 10 points the signs were all good.

The second half saw this pattern continue as conditions worsened and the visitor’s intensity fell away. The home side was handling the weather far better and in full flight while Wonthaggi at times seemed disinterested.

Maskell added more goals in a valuable contribution, as did Verboon, Hillberg and youngster Kyle Cooper while Wonthaggi could not find the goals in a disappointing second half.

The scoreboard broke down which gave some temporary relief but was soon up and operating again. The Parrots were relentless sensing a victory was in reach.

In the final quarter the game was stopped for nearly 10 minutes when courageous youngster Tom Marriott went

down in a heavy clash and the crowd went very quiet.

Fortunately he was fine but may miss next week’s game.

The match resumed and was soon over, giving the Parrots not only the bragging rights from the local derby but a measure of how they are travelling in what is shaping up as an exciting season.

The game didn’t live up to the pre-match expectations with only a single goal scored in the final quarter, the match spoilt as a spectacle by the unpleasant weather.

However both teams had to play under the same conditions and it was Leongatha that made the most of its opportunities, playing inspiring, confident football, working hard for the full four quarters and supporting each other well .

There will be no panic in the Power camp as this was only the second round of a long season and this reality check will do it more good than harm. Its effort was uncharacteristic and there is no doubt they will bounce back strongly against Sale at home this week. Leongatha has its

SENIORS Leongatha 8.13.61 d Wonthaggi Power 3.9.27 Leongatha goals: C. Maskell 4, C. Verboon 2, K. Cooper 1, A. Hillberg 1.

Leongatha best: T. Clingan, D. Hoghton, B. Willis, C. Maskell, A. Heppell, T. Marriott.

Wonthaggi Power goals: P. Young 1, A. Cook 1, T. Gilliland 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: T. Gilliland, B. Dryden, E. Shaw, A. Ferreira, S. Bray, M. Coyne.

RESERVES Wonthaggi Power 10.12.72 d Leongatha 7.2.44 Wonthaggi Power goals: A. Murray 2, Z. Gilmour 2, S. Roche 1, T. Richards 1, L. O’Connor 1, Z. MacDermid 1, D. Lambert 1, W. Luke 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: T. Rich-

next test against Maffra and will go into the contest with growing confidence.

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Sale 9.11.65 d Morwell 4.8.32 Traralgon 17.17.119 d Moe 9.9.63 Drouin 15.10.100 d Warragul 7.5.47 Maffra 16.13.109 d Bairnsdale 7.7.49 RESERVES Sale 13.6.84 d Morwell 8.7.55 Traralgon 16.13.109 d Moe 2.5.17 Drouin 11.13.79 d Warragul 0.2.2 UNDER 18 Sale 8.13.61 d Morwell 1.0.6 Traralgon 15.7.97 d Moe 1.6.12 Drouin 7.13.55 d Warragul 7.1.43 Bairnsdale 11.3.69 d Maffra 5.5.35 UNDER 16 Sale 25.14.164 d Morwell 0.1.1 Moe 8.4.52 d Traralgon 4.8.32 Drouin 5.10.40 d Warragul 2.2.14 Bairnsdale 12.11.83 d Maffra 6.5.41

ards, M. Ware, W. Joplin, A. Murray, L. O’Connor, Z. Gilmour.

Leongatha goals: J. Pellicano 3, S. Embry 1, M. Dennison 1, M. Davies 1, J. Burge 1.

Leongatha best: M. Coghlan, R. McLennan, P. McCaughan, T. Horan, J. Renden, J. Pellicano.

UNDER 18s Leongatha 16.11.107 d Wonthaggi Power 2.1.13 Leongatha goals: J. Ginnane 5, N. Argento 3, L. Wright 2, H. Kerr 1, J. Nagel 1, J. Patullo 1, B. Moscript 1, N. Trotto 1, T. Francis 1.

Leongatha best: H. Kerr, J. Ginnane, L. Riseley, A. Argento, B. Moscript, D. Tuckett.

Wonthaggi Power goals: K. Brann 1, L. Dyball 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: L. Dyball, D. Tiziani, L. Membrey, E. Senior, C. Gilmour, B. Bayne.

The spirit lives

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Gallipoli veteran Dennis to pay tribute to his father

By Stuart Biggins IT’S A SIMPLE war grave in the Korumburra cemetery amid marble and granite monoliths.

The grave is the final resting place of a classic Australian war hero.

Herein lies the remains of an Australian Infantry Force soldier of the 6th Battalion shot at dawn in the first wave of landings on that narrow strip of pebbly beach in Turkey on April 25, 1915.

On the dining room table of his home in nearby Whitelaw, his son Dennis has the telegram that reported the news of the wounded soldier to his mother, arriving a whole month later.

By then, Bill (William) Conn was recovering from hideous wounds in hospital in Alexandria, Egypt.

And Bill, like most, if not all soldiers of the era, bore his experiences alone; he only once spoke of the war.

Dennis recounts in the 1960s how the family was watching a romanticised black and white movie showing the landing at Gallipoli when his dad said, “Bunkem! That’s not how it was!”

Despite his Irish Catholic background, Dennis said, “To serve the empire was of paramount importance to my father.”

To underline how much Australia has changed, Dennis recalled his first ever memory.

“I was with my mother at the pictures in Korumburra when the film was stopped, a notice came on the screen and everyone stood. My mother told me to get off my seat. Everyone sang God Save

the King.

“I looked up at my mum and she was crying.”

It was of course the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth’s father King George V. The Conn family has an impressive history of war service. Dennis’ grandfather died in the Boer War and his surviving brother served with the RAAF in World War Two. He survived a plane crash in Papua New Guinea and went on to become the deputy commissioner of police for Victoria.

After he passed away, Dennis obtained his father’s war records and discovered the man’s significance in the annals of Australian history.

“I asked my mother,” Dennis said and she replied, “Yes, that’s all true and he had a terrible scar on his hip.”

“When my nephew discovered his grandfather had been at Gallipoli on that first legendary morning, he was dismayed. He said if he and his wife had known when they visited Gallipoli they would have paused to honour him.”

Bill Conn had five children; two to his first wife, May and five to his second wife, Grace.

Two of his children survive; the youngest Dennis, aged 68 and the oldest, also Bill, aged 92.

Dennis’ father was 59 when he was born.

In Richmond, Bill’s father was a police officer and at 18 he joined the army for three years and qualified as a signaller.

After leaving the army in 1910, he worked as a plumber and then in 1914, on August 17, Bill enlisted for service

abroad with the Australian Imperial Forces (AIF).

The sixth and seventh battalions arrived at Gallipoli on Sunday morning, April 25, 1915.

With dawn breaking and the element of surprise lost, the soldiers found they had been landed on a narrow pebble beach other than where they had expected to land.

They had no chance and were cut to ribbons by Turkish machine gun fire.

Bill lived through the onslaught that morning, lying on the beach with a badly wounded hip.

Sometime later he was taken off the beach, out to the hospital ship and transferred back to the military hospital in Alexandria, the Egyptian seaport on the Mediterranean.

If it sounds like some kind of romantic journey, it was not.

Military records show Bill had developed a heart condition and was repatriated back to Australia in 1917 where he served in the postal unit.

After the war, Bill was employed by the Victorian Railways as a plumber. It was this job that brought him to Korumburra to maintain railway houses.

After his retirement Bill lived with his daughter and son-in-law, Leila and Andrew Smith on their Kongwak farm until his death in 1968.

“I have never worn my father’s war medals,” Dennis said.

“After all, it wasn’t me who charged out of the boat and in any case, I didn’t feel worthy.

“The man I recently had restore the medals suggested I change my way of thinking and wear them in honour of my

Pride of place: Dennis Conn visits his father Bill’s war grave before setting off for Turkey where he will wear replicas of his father’s war medals for the first time. He will be accompanied by his son Travis on his first overseas trip. father’s gallantry.”

This year, at the dawn service on the centenary of the landing of the Anzacs, Dennis and his own son Travis will remember Bill at Turkey.

“This Anzac Day, at the dawn service overlooking the beach where my father was shot 100 years ago, I will wear his medals for the very first time,” Dennis said.

Turkey journey to honour Percy

By Tony Giles LEONGATHA’S Rob Foley and his sister Lynette Hodges of Inverloch are honoured to have been chosen in the ballot to attend the Anzac Day dawn service in Gallipoli this Saturday, April 25.

Their attendance will not only be honouring their grandad Percy Luxford who took part in the Anzac landing on April 25, 1915; they will also be representing their mother and Percy’s daughter Sadie Foley, who was originally chosen for the ballot early last year but sadly passed away in July 2014.

Mr Foley told The Star, “It will be a great honour to represent not only grandad Percy, but that of the memory of Sadie and the extended Luxford and Foley families.”

The idea of applying for the ballot came about after Sadie and Rob were watching the Anzac Day broadcasts in 2012 and 2013.

“Mum and I had a chat about applying for the ballot and I made an application in January 2014,” Mr Foley said.

“Mum received the letter in April 2014 that she was successful and she was very proud and emotional on being selected. She said at the time, ‘It’s for recognition of dad, Percy Luxford, an original World War One Gallipoli veteran who was wounded on April 25, 1915’.

“Because of mum’s medical condition and her age (91), we were unsure whether mum could really attend but there was always a glimmer of hope.

“Sadly mum passed away in Leongatha Hospital but we were so pleased she knew about the Gallipoli ballot invitation.”

Off to Gallipoli: from left, Glenda McArthur, Lynette Hodges, Rob Foley and Dawn Rayson discuss plans for Rob and Lynette’s trip to Gallipoli and Turkey. Glenda and Dawn are aunties of Rob and Lynette, and sisters of the late Sadie Foley.

In August 2014, Mr Foley applied to the Department of Veterans Affairs to look at the possibility of transferring the ballot tickets to himself so he could still attend and take his sister Mrs Hodges.

“We were very grateful when this request was granted,” he said.

Amongst the many family members who will be keen to catch up on the news of Mr Foley and Mrs Hodges’ trip to Gallipoli are their aunties (and sisters of Sadie), Dawn Rayson and Glenda McArthur, who both reside in Leongatha.

Mr Foley will be wearing Percy’s medals on his right breast and plans to

dip the medals into the waters off Gallipoli in remembrance. He is also going to lay a wreath at the public wreath laying cemetery at Gallipoli.

Both Mr Foley and Mrs Hodges will be attending the dawn service at Anzac Cove and then the 10.30am service at Lone Pine Cemetery.

Mr Foley also pointed out the Lone Pine which is located on the Leongatha campus of the Leongatha Hospital.

The tree is from a clipping from the original Lone Pine located in Gallipoli and was planted in memory of departed comrades in 1965.

“Even though mum didn’t make it to Gallipoli she often passed this tree and would mention it so in some ways the connection is there as Percy took part in this battle,” Mr Foley said.

The Battle of Lone Pine which took place in August 1915, was the only successful Australian attack against the Turkish trenches within the perimeter on the Anzac battlefield, and yet it was merely a diversion to draw attention from the main assaults of August 6 against the Sari Bair peaks of Chunuk Bair and Hill 971. There were 2300 Australian casualties and losses from this battle.

Mr Luxford, who died in 1957 and is buried at the Leongatha cemetery, spent many of his later years in Leongatha after working in his early years as a lines foreman with the PMG throughout Gippsland.

Percy Albert Luxford AIF Pte.308.7th Battalion was part of a battalion raised by Lieutenant H.E. “Pompey” Elliott within a fortnight of the declaration of war in August 1914 and embarked just two months later.

Percy enlisted on August 17, 1914 in Shepparton at age 25 years. He had worked as a linesman for the PMG (Telstra) before joining up, a job he continued after the war.

After the battalion arrived in Egypt on December 2, 1914 it later departed for Gallipoli and Percy was part of the Anzac landing on April 25, 1915.

He was wounded (bayonet in the leg, and shot) but remained in Gallipoli with the other casualties until being transferred to Malta on May 4, 1915. He was later transferred to Egypt for further hospitalisation.

He recovered and arrived back on the Gallipoli Peninsula, rejoining his battalion on June 19, 2015. He spent another four to five months there where his ac-

tion included the battle of Lone Pine in August 1915.

He left with the final troop withdrawal in December back to Egypt. After two months there he departed on March 26, 1916 for Marseilles, France. He spent a year of service in France and possibly Belgium.

After some stays in hospital and some leave break Percy re-entered battle but finally left Le Havre, France on October 13, 1918, returning to the UK and then departing for his return to Australia on October 23, 1918.

His total service time away from Australia was four years and 11 days.

Honouring Percy: Percy Luxford, formerly of Leongatha and buried in Leongatha cemetery, was part of the Anzac landing on April 25, 1915.

The spirit lives

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Stony Creek and MDU in tribute match STONY Creek and MDU Football Netball Clubs will clash this Sunday, April 26 in a special tribute match in honour of the centenary of the Gallipoli landing.

The matches, at the usual times, will take place at the Stony Creek racecourse for Alberton Football Netball

League premiership points.

The clubs have co-operated along with the Meeniyan RSL to add some special touches to the day prior to the senior football and A Grade netball matches.

At 2pm the senior football and netball teams will form an honour guard on the ground as Vietnam veteran Colin James recites the Ode. There will be The Last Post played by Nat Stewart,

one minute’s silence and the matches will commence soon after.

A good crowd is expected as these two rivals do battle in what should be an exciting contest.

In all grades of football and netball a ‘Spirit of Anzac’ medal will be presented to that player in both the host and visiting clubs that has played the game in the true Anzac spirit. That may

not necessarily be the best player on the ground.

Come along and pay tribute and support these clubs as they do battle.

With only the Mirboo North v. Newborough game in Mid Gippsland being played on the Sunday in this area, there’s expected to be a good crowd at the Stony Creek match.

The Allies, fresh from a win, host Tarwin on Sunday,

April 26 while three other Alberton games are played on Saturday, April 25; Foster hosts Toora under lights, Korumburra Bena hosts Fish Creek under lights and Phillip Island will be at home to Inverloch Kongwak in usual day games.

In the Gippsland league Leongatha journeys to Maffra and will play the Eagles on Saturday, April 25 in a day game.

Safely away: MDU’s Ben Thomas takes a clearing kick for United from the pocket.

Up they fly: from left, Scott Caffarella, Glen Gray, Mark Lindsay, Connor Donohue, and Paddy Monaghan all show commitment to the pill. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz

Fish Creek promotes Anzac Day footy ELEVEN lucky Fish Creek Football Netball Club junior boys and girls will be part of the footage which will be used to promote Anzac Day football matches to be played on Saturday, April 25.

Last Friday, April 17 the club welcomed a Fox Footy film crew to Terrill Park. Footage will be used on Fox Footy and free to air television later this week.

The children involved had a great time participating in the shoot and the Fox crew looked after them well with drinks and treats to ensure the kids were full of smiles and action.

On Anzac Day watch out for the youngsters in what will be a great tribute to our heroes who fought bravely during the First World War.

Anzac Day treat: the Fox Sports footy producer handed over a donation to the Fish Creek football club and thanked the children for their participation; back row from left, Lachie Gale, Lachie Marr, Jason Harding (FCFNC secretary), Josh Denbrok, Stuart Wilson (Fox Footy producer), Ethan Farrell, Angus Harding, Toby Bowron and Darcy Berryman. Front row from left, Leila Tracy, Lara Stefani, Emily Wilson and Brock Stefani.

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