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Give us answers Outrage over fire escape By Matt Dunn RESIDENTS and fire fighters have expressed anger and disbelief at DSE’s handling of a controlled burn that razed 625 hectares of land around Hallston. The blaze threatened houses, burned grazing land, destroyed haysheds and fences. It also forced 46 residents to evacuate their homes, fleeing to the safety of relatives and friends. DSE refused to say whether State Government pressure to meet burn targets – with a requirement the planned burn be conducted by April 30 (subject to suitable weather conditions) approaching fast – had
led to the decision to act last week, nor whether a rumour that the CFA had advised against the planned burn, was true. CFA Hallston brigade secretary Jordan Grasser said the first planned burn undertaken by DSE on Monday, March 25, was “excellent” and lit in the right conditions. However, a subsequent burn on the Tuesday was ill-advised and contradicted the information given to CFA, he said. “They told our brigade that they weren’t going to light up again on Tuesday, we weren’t needed. They then went in and lit up on that morning, knowing what the weather was like,” he said. “We were then called out that afternoon, at 4.15 to assist DSE. They debriefed us as we watched the fire start to climb up the trees. It was
out of control at that point.” Mr Grasser informed ABC radio the fire was more than what they had reported. Rather than just a fire, it was a planned DSE burn that was out of control. Mr Grasser lost 400m of fencing and 10 acres of farming land in the blaze, but knows that his neighbours have fared worse. “DSE’ll say they needed to do it, but they didn’t need to do what they did on Tuesday. We’re not happy,” he said. Hallston dairy farmer Frank Dekker described Tuesday as a “very, very scary night” for his family. They were among those forced to evacuate as the blaze roared toward them. But many farmers in the area were too upset to speak. Continued on page 2.
An essential drop: this chopper was one of three on hand to help with the Hallston fire last week. According to a Parks Victoria spokesperson the fire fighting effort saw about 138 personnel battling the blaze. Along with the choppers, there were 11 tankers, five bulldozers and 22 slip-on vehicles in attendance. Estimates of the financial cost associated with the fire fight and repairs to infrastructure are yet to be made.
Right, Saving the day: the sight of a red fire truck is one of hope in times of need. Dark smoke billowed from the Hallston fire whilst local fire brigades fought to contain the out-of-control burn.
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Fire barriers: fire breaks were bulldozed in the Hallston area to help stop the out-of-control blaze last week.
Outrage over fire escape Continued from page 1. The fire was officially contained on Monday, April 1. According to a Parks Victoria spokesperson the fire fighting effort saw about 138 personnel battling the blaze, assisted three choppers, 11 tankers, five bulldozers and 22 slip-on vehicles. Estimates of the financial cost associated with the fire fight and repairs to infrastructure are yet to be made. DSE chaired a heated meeting at the Hallston Hall last Thursday night, where residents attacked the lack of emergency warnings. Another meeting will be held tonight (Wednesday, April 3). One person who attended the Thursday night meeting said he was happy with how quickly DSE had acted to fix fences and deliver hay. Like many others though, he is keen to see the government department figure out what went wrong. “The burn was started on Monday afternoon when conditions were suitable to conduct a burn, but broke containment lines on Tuesday afternoon when strong wind blew embers out of the boundary, creating a fire outside the burn area,” a DSE spokesperson told The Star. The spokesperson confirmed the
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BUSHFIRE ANGER
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The planned burn was to be done by April 30, subject to suitable weather conditions. But Mr Packham said that “nobody has to get a burn done by a certain date”. “In Western Australia, in 40-odd years of prescribed burning, I only know of one fire that escaped and caused damage. That was because people were being pushed and accepted being pushed. Absolutely no prescribed burn should escape. “If the weather conditions can lead you to the possibility of an escape, the message is: ‘Don’t burn, wait until the conditions are right.” Mr Packham said one of the “big difficulties” that causes them trouble is the extent of the “prefire preparations they’re required to do”. “They’ve got to do certain things by a certain date and communicate to certain people a certain time ahead. That ties
Relief from the sky: while fire fighters and residents waited desperately for rain, they in the meantime made do with fire bombers, including this helicopter that collected water from a nearby dam. by the Bushfires Royal Commission, offer “the best level of protection to people and property from bushfires”. “DSE works closely with the Bureau of Meteorology and will only start a burn if conditions are suitable. With careful planning, preparation and management led by experienced staff, few burns cause problems, but planned burning always has some risks,” she said. “Since June 2012 DSE
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But he was surprised by the blaze that engulfed the region, as the DSE staff had always seemed “very particular” about the times at which they conducted the burns. “I know DSE’s criteria has been very strict all along. We’ve met with them in the past and told them we thought it was an ideal time to do some burns,” he said. “Maybe the weather forecast wasn’t for strong northerly winds. I just assume they made the choice to do it very carefully. From past experience in dealing with them, they’ve been extra cautious.” Mirboo North resident Kate Jackson said she continued to be angry that DSE had gone through with its plan to
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their hands enormously,” he said. He said that the most successful controlled burns happened in Florida, USA and Western Australia, where the decision to burn was made early on the same day – subject to weather reports and fuel on the ground. “DSE really can’t shift their plan from three or four days out. But I would say that limit for reliable information from the Bureau of Meteorology is at that limit. Your forecasts are more reliable the closer you get to the event,” he said. “If you’re using the forecast from the day before, it’s going to be deadly accurate.” A lack of prescribed burns in previous years was also causing problems, Mr Packham said. “Everywhere around your prescribed burns is likely to be heavy fuels,” he said. A Victorian G o v e r n m e n t spokesperson said DSE controlled burning targets, recommended
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Ready to ride: Joshua Klyn, Ben Gerrard and Nick Gavnoudias were pumping themselves for the Tour de Tarwin.
Leading the pack: Luca Lity, Xavier Saviae and Declan Woolf were going to be first off the line at the Tour de Tarwin on Saturday.
Tour attracts thousand MORE than 1000 people took part in the annual Tour de Tarwin on Saturday, with the event booming in its seventh year. People of all ages and fitness levels started the 6km bike ride, walk or run in Venus Bay
and followed the riverside track to Tarwin Lower. The event raised money for the Tarwin Lower CFA and the Community Emergency Response Team. Even though the main event was on Saturday, the rest of the extra long weekend was
filled with action as well. CFA members coordinated a You Beaut Raffle on Friday while Sunday saw Bare Foot Bowls and a barbecue dinner at the Tarwin Lower Bowls Club. On Easter Monday, a successful Tarwin Lower Market drew crowds.
Mayor move: South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy chats with Peter Prysten at the Tour de Tarwin.
Fuel voucher winner New faces: Sabine and Marcel Widmer officially handed over Lulu’s in Leongatha to new owners Gaby and Peter Webber on Tuesday (yesterday). Many customers and friends called in throughout the day to say bon voyage to Sabine and Marcel and to wish Gaby and Peter well in their new venture. Sabine and Marcel are going to enjoy a well earned holiday before deciding on their next adventure.
Longstanding employee: Sabine and Marcel thanked staff member Anna McHarrie who has been with them since their Lulu journey began. Anna is staying on with Gaby and Peter so customers will still see her lovely bright smile behind the counter.
IS this your numberplate? If so, call into The Star office in Leongatha for your $100 BP fuel voucher. Proof of registration is required to receive your voucher. This vehicle was spotted in the IGA
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Intervene minister “Third World” conditions plague shire By y Brad Lester THE Minister for Planning Matthew Guy has been called on to step in and break the impasse surrounding the development of a sewerage scheme at Nyora, Poowong and Loch. Can’t wait: Nyora mother Blyth Meechan believed her son had fallen ill from a virus contracted from septic water in the town. She was supported by Denis Casey of the Nyora and District Development Association, Tanya Russell and Robyn Mills, also of the association. Cr Lorraine Brunt (right) is calling for council to continue to pursue a sewerage system for Nyora, Loch and Poowong.
GippsTAFE director cut
The dealer principal of Valley Ford BMW Prestige Motors in Traralgon would be a big loss, GippsTAFE CEO Peter Whitley said. “The Minister (Minister for Higher Education and Skills, Peter Hall) has decided that he wants a new perspective in the boards and David Gittins, like a number of other board chairs, has been asked to step down,” he said. “At this present point of time there’s no confirmation as to when the new chair will be appointed. I imagine it will be in line with the new TAFE constitution, which is going through Parliament. That should be weeks away.” Mr Whitley said Mr Gittins had great “business acumen”.
VicRoads employee hits pot hole A VICROADS employee has escaped injury after running off the road whilst trying to avoid a pothole.
He described the roads to Mike Heel of Yanakie CFA as atrocious and that “he had never seen it this bad”. The car ran off the Prom Road near Yanakie and into a drain on Easter Sunday morning. Yanakie resident Len Fleming has no doubt a pothole caused the crash. Mr Fleming, a livestock transport operator who regularly travels that road, said a pothole between Davies and Adams roads, north of Yanakie, had become worse over the last few weeks. “The hole was in the middle of the road and just before Easter, a roads worker placed traffic hazard signs up. Mind you they were very close to the hole and you could hardly see them as there was grass growing all around the signs,” Mr Fleming said. “The Yanakie and Fish Creek fire brigades attended and I believe the Bass Coast TMU were involved too.” After having been unrepaired for weeks, Mr Fleming said that within a couple of hours of the accident, signs indicating speed reductions were placed and the road was patched and repaired, all on Easter Sunday. Mr Fleming said the pothole should have been repaired prior to the Easter holiday period and drivers shouldn’t have to wait for an accident to occur before doing something. Mr Heel, who runs the Yanakie General Store, said it appears that “until there’s an accident nothing’s getting fixed.” “The most common question of visitors used to be ‘Where’s the toilet?’. Now it is ‘What’s happened to your roads down here?’. “Even though the hole is apparently fixed, the 40km/h signs are still there. They obviously don’t have a lot of faith in the repairs.”
government’s cuts in education? Absolutely. Did I talk to Peter Hall about that and show my concern? Absolutely.” Mr Gittins will stay on the GippsTAFE board and represent Mr Hall on the Gippsland Tertiary Education Council. “My passion is a nonpolitical one that involves strengthening tertiary education in Gippsland,” he said. A spokesman for Mr Hall said TAFE boards would shift from an advisory model to one of “commercial focus”. “The move to a market-
based system for vocational training has been pursued by the Victorian Coalition Government and the former Labor government,” he said. “The TAFE Reform Panel recommended that TAFE institutes have strengthened, professional skills-based boards that have greater autonomy and enhanced accountability to reflect their commercial objectives. “That’s why it’s important that TAFE boards have a diverse range of skills that puts them in an even better position to make smart business decisions and compete more effectively.”
Hopes high SOUTH Gippsland Water has assured Deputy Premier Peter Ryan they are continuing to progress plans for a sewerage system at Poowong, Loch and Nyora. “The scheme is scheduled for completion in 2017 as part of South Gippsland Water’s Draft Water Plan,” Mr Ryan said. “Design works have been substantially completed, but they cannot progress until regulatory approvals are in place, including a Planning Scheme Amendment. “The Planning Scheme Amendment was submitted to the South Gippsland Shire Council for land located at Hills Road, Nyora, as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Site, however this application is subject to review by a panel hearing. “As a result, South Gippsland Water has requested the Planning Scheme Amendment process be put on hold pending further investigations, including new options for the scheme’s effluent treatment, such as joint options with South East Water. “South Gippsland Water expects these investigations to be completed by May 2013.”
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“There’s no doubt over the six odd years of his chairmanship has seen the institute thrive. Even though we took some cuts last year, we’ve come out the other end in reasonable shape,” he said. “Going into the future we’re very optimistic as well.” But Mr Gittins said there were no hard feelings from his end. “As far as our owners go, we are employees of the State Government. I certainly haven’t taken the view that Peter Hall has sacked me,” he said. An email from Mr Hall to Mr Gittins two weeks ago, which foreshadowed the changes, said: “Your leadership at GippsTAFE has been exactly what has been required over the past few years.” “The TAFE cuts last year certainly hurt Peter as well. Those directions came from a treasury position and not from Peter. Peter is passionate about education. Peter and I have been friends for a long time,” he said. “Were we critical of the
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South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwen said the minister should intervene on the grounds of public health, six years after the former Minister for Water ordered South Gippsland Water to design a sewerage scheme. The scheme is being delayed by a group of local objectors and a well connected QC with land near the Hills Road site proposed for a lagoon treatment system by South Gippsland Water. The scheme’s budget has been blown beyond the initial $16 million to an estimated $28.6m. E. coli readings in open stormwater drains have been found to be in millions per 100ml, compared to the health standard of 250/100ml. The conditions are caused by old and inefficient septic systems, and discharge of black and grey water to stormwater drains. Cr McEwen addressed council last Wednesday where a mother said her 14 year old son’s life was at risk due to infected septic run-off flowing
through g Nyora’s y drains. “Kids have a right to play l in i the th streets t t without ith t the illnesses that they are apparently getting,” he said. Cr McEwen said politicians must be shamed because they would not expect their own children to play in disease ridden environments typical of the 19th century. Cr McEwen said sewering the towns in the shire’s western growth corridor would allow the shire to prosper, as large rural shires need a population of 40,000 to generate adequate rate revenue and remain financially sustainable. “Without sewerage, this curtails our ability to expand,” he said. At last Wednesday’s meeting, Cr Lorraine Brunt successfully moved a notice of motion calling on council to reiterate its commitment to the implementation of a reticulated sewerage scheme in the towns “on the grounds of public and environmental health”. Her motion also called for council to reaffirm its position by writing to, and requesting meetings with, Water Minister Peter Walsh, Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan, Mr Guy, South Gippsland Water, Melbourne Water and Cardinia Shire Council. She said septic water was running into town drains and ultimately the Bass River and then Western Port Bay, a wa-
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‘Mad as hell’ Saleyards neglect prompts fresh action
THE South Gippsland Shire Council and the community are “as mad as hell” over the messy state the former Korumburra saleyards site remains in, Cr Jim Fawcett told council last Wednesday. “And we are not going to take it any more,” he said. At last Wednesday’s council meeting, Cr Fawcett and other councillors backed a notice of motion tabled by Cr Andrew McEwen to “escalate the rehabilitation progress agreement” with the landowner, Joe Rossi, to ensure compliance. If satisfactory progress is not made by April 30, council will take action under its local laws, classing
the land as “dangerous”. “We owe a due to Korumburra to do what we can to get that eyesore fixed up,” Cr McEwen said. Cr Fawcett said he tried as mayor to achieve a tidier site, to little avail. “It is a disgrace that the owner has allowed the property to remain in the state that it is,” he said. “I think the owner should know that he depends on the goodwill of councillors and he has no goodwill in relation to the way he has dealt with this property.” Cr Fawcett said the centre of Leongatha was also an eyesore, with the former Henrietta’s site and land owned by the Leongatha CFA, both in Bair Street, untidy. Cr McEwen said the site posed
Wrong spot NO supermarket on the former Korumburra saleyards site.
Acting star: Education Minister Martin Dixon and Leongatha Secondary College student Jackson Patterson, ready for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular.
Jackson perfecting lead spectacular act TEENAGER Jackson Patterson is fine tuning his act for this year’s Victorian State Schools Spectacular. The 13 year old Leongatha Secondary College student is a principal singer in this year’s show, featuring in Fireflies by Owl City, and See Me, Feel Me, Listening To You by The Who. The concert, entitled There’s No Place Like Home, will feature young singers, dancers and musicians performing hits from artists as diverse as Ella Fitzgerald and Lady Gaga to explore the many
meanings and interpretations of the theme “Home”. The 50-strong principal cast of singers, dancers and beat-boxers will join about 3000 other government school students from 130 schools in two professionally staged shows at Hisense arena on July 27. Education Minister Martin Dixon said: “The spectacular has become a rite of passage for Victoria’s top young performers, and I am confident that this year’s cast members will go on to achieve great things, just like those before them.”
That will be the message delivered by South Gippsland Shire Council to Victorian Planning Minister Matthew Guy. Cr Lorraine Brunt submitted a notice of motion reinforcing council’s opposition to a supermarket at the saleyards in the wake of proposed zoning changes across Victoria. Those changes could allow a supermarket in some industrial zones, including the saleyards site, without requiring a planning permit if the shop has a floorspace of less than 2000 square metres. Cr Brunt said a supermarket on the edge of the town, away from the commercial strip, would split the town and result in loss of trade. That view was shared by a Priority Development Panel appointed by a former planning minister some years ago. Cr Brunt said the saleyards site could be ideal for businesses currently in the main strip, such as a service station. “Fragmentation will weaken the current retail sector. Use must be sympathetic to the current businesses that are in Korumburra,” she said. Cr Andrew McEwen said fragmentation would result in job losses in the short term and “possibly for 20 years afterwards”. The motion received unanimous support from council.
Council anti development: agent By Jacob de Kunder THE real estate agent acting on behalf of the owner of the Korumburra saleyards has accused South Gippsland Shire Council of not wanting development in the town. This comes after council voted to discourage a supermarket development on the site despite reformed zoning laws making it possible for the site to be developed into a supermarket without a planning permit. George Auddino said that he and his client, the Rossi Group, may be forced to go around the council and deal with Planning
Minister Matthew Guy directly. “(The zone change) is an opportunity that has been put forward by the planning minister but once again our current councillors are trying to block it,” he said. “They are not trying to facilitate what the town’s people want. They just don’t want development in Korumburra.” Mr Auddino has also accused a former council planning officer of sabotaging a previous application to the planning minister. “(The application) had full support of council. Council directed the council planners to make the changes that were required for the shopping centre and associated shops to go down there. It’s what they were in-
structed to do as per all the minutes that are on public record,” he said. “But because one planner didn’t want it to happen, he sabotaged the whole thing by sending the wrong information. “We can prove it 100 per cent. We’ve got the evidence.” Mr Auddino said an appeal was tried but ignored. “Council weren’t going to admit liability of the error or what I call sabotage by a former planner,” he said. Mr Auddino said if he and his client can’t get council support, they will be left with no choice but to avoid them in future development ventures with the site. One of the lots of the saleyards has been sold, but difficul-
ties council is creating are making it hard to sell other blocks, Mr Auddino said. “(We can’t sell them) while it just keep chopping and changing,” he said. “Obviously he would like to sell the front so that things can start moving. “This has been a six year process and everyone is sick and tired of waiting.” The lot that has sold is on the corner of Sanders Street and the South Gippsland Highway, and Mr Auddino said that “there’s talk of an independent fuel company and associated things” to go on the site. Council was contacted but did not return comment before going to print.
a health risk and was “a blight on the amenity of the Korumburra community”. He said the saleyards owners had been requested by council to clean up the site and an action plan had been agreed to. While some effort had been put in to improve the site, it was not up to expectations, Cr McEwen said. “The whole issue of the Korumburra saleyards is a sad saga that has gone on for many years,” he said. “It is on public view as anyone comes into town. In my view, we have not got much power but we need to do what we can in expediting the matter.”
Amor’s council offices dream By Brad Lester
THE former Korumburra saleyards site would be the ideal location for new offices of South Gippsland Shire Council.
So said Korumburra Business Association president David Amor at last Wednesday’s council public presentation session. The idea sparked debate around the need to consider the towns as one bigger city of the likes of Albury and Wodonga, and Bathurst and Orange. Council’s existing offices in Leongatha are divided between two locations and are too small to accommodate staff comfortably. Mr Amor introduced his idea with the words: “I have a dream for Korumburra”. “It could be the gateway to South Gippsland,” Mr Amor said of his proposal. “There is ample parking, everybody could be in one place and it would free up carparking in Leongatha. “Land at the saleyards is cheap and you could build exactly what you wanted for the next 50 to 70 years.” Cr Lorraine Brunt disagreed, saying the offices need to remain in Leongatha to help make the town a “shopping hub”. “That is where the shopping needs to be. No supermarket in Korumburra will stop the bleed in spending out of our shire,” she said. “Leongatha is the centre of the shire and draws people from Mirboo North, back to Meeniyan and Foster.” Cr Jim Fawcett said moving council offices to Korumburra to stimulate the economy there would simply be to the detriment of Leongatha’s economy and the broader community. Cr Andrew McEwen said Leongatha and Korumburra were really a “city of nine to 10,000 people”. He claimed council spent nearly $1000 per head of population more on Leongatha than Korumburra, but other councillors disputed that figure. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks said council could use the examples of twin cities Bathurst and Orange in NSW and Albury and Wodonga as case studies for mutually developing Korumburra and Leongatha. Cr McEwen said the former Korumburra council offices at the bottom of Commercial Street needed to be an “anchor” for the main street and suggested a community hub there. Mr Amor said land at the boom of nearby Adkins Street, in the industrial estate, would be suitable for a new council works depot, enabling the existing depot in Leongatha’s industrial estate to be made available for private industrial use. Mr Amor said council offices were a far better use for the saleyards site than a supermarket, which would split the town into two commercial areas, ultimately to the financial detriment of existing businesses in the main street. He also dreamed of a dual highway from the Bass Highway intersection to the top of the Loch hill.
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Water limits mooted Storages LEONGATHA will be placed on stage one water restrictions by the end of this month, or early May, if the dry weather continues. “We plot all the levels and we look at all the demands and forecast on the worst case scenario. The worst case scenario we know about is that 2006-7 period,” South Gippsland Water managing director
Philippe du Plessis told The Star. “The restrictions aren’t decided a week from implementation. We’re well in advance of where you think you might be, based on worst case scenarios. “People might ask, where’s the water gone? Well, it’s not the biggest supply in the world. We’ve been thinking about the supply issue for some time, which is why we’ve got the towns’ connection project. It’s either do that or expand the reservoirs
through fairly major capital works.” Mr du Plessis put it simply: “If it doesn’t rain, the reservoirs ain’t going to fill.” Rather than building bigger reservoirs, SGW’s preferred option is to interconnect Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora to the corporation’s largest reservoir, Lance Creek. SGW also has plans to tap into the Melbourne water supply, part of a broader 50 year strategy. “We need to factor in climate variability. If
that impacts on South Gippsland, how does that impact on our yield? The yield is the main factor. If we were overflowing four months of the year, it would make sense to build bigger reservoirs. But the yields analysis shows that that’s not the case,” he said. “It might be that building extra storage costs tens of millions of dollars and so does the connection. But at the end of the day, if it doesn’t rain, which one works for the region?”
Philippe du Plessis: the South Gippsland Water managing director said water restrictions would soon be in place if the dry weather continued.
Mr du Plessis said storage amounts were reviewed weekly, and if stage one was imposed, supplementary supplies would be taken from the Tarwin River around that time. SGW has a bulk entitlement to take five million litres (five megalitres) per day from the Tarwin River, which could be split between Korumburra and Leongatha. Leongatha is currently using 4-5ML per day. But Mr du Plessis said this did not mean Leongatha residents were ‘water Wallies’. “The understanding of how valuable water is, especially when it’s dry, has changed. We’re the second lowest water users in the state, per capita. The only people who use less are in Phillip Island, a lot of which is driven by seasonal demand,” he said. Currently the Tarwin River flows are able to sustain both townships, Mr du PLessis said. The water authority also has use of water from four bores around Leongatha, with a water entitlement of up to 2.1ML per day. SGW would like to see all customers be water efficient and conserve water supplies where possible. The Corporation is still hopeful that the dry conditions may break prior to Stage 1 restrictions being necessary for Leongatha.
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KORUMBURRA’S water supplies remained at just 35 per cent of capacity as of yesterday (Tuesday).
Leongatha’s Ruby Creek reservoir sits at 54 per cent full and so does Little Bass Reservoir, which supplies Poowong, Nyora and Loch. South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said: “The milder weather conditions combined with rain received in all catchment areas and an early reading due to the short week, have resulted in storages holding steady. Despite this, customers are urged to continue with water conservation efforts.” Stage two restrictions for the Korumburra Water Supply System remain in force. Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from March 22 to 28 were: Lance Creek 14mm, Ruby Creek 17mm, Coalition Creek 16mm, Deep Creek 16mm, Little Bass 21mm and Battery Creek 19mm. Water conservation practices that are easily adopted include, re-using grey water for gardens, taking shorter showers and ensuring that garden hoses and watering systems are leak free and used in accordance with restrictions (applicable for Korumburra customers). Water gardens only when needed and in the cool of the day. Lance Creek Reservoir (Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Cape Paterson) is 71 per cent full, Fish Creek’s Battery Creek at 72 per cent and Foster’s Deep Creek Dam is at 83 per cent.
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Kinder kids love Easter fun HASSETT Street Preschool held its end of term/Easter celebrations at Leongatha’s McIndoe Park last Wednesday. The morning started with a deli-
cious snack, followed by a play in the park. Children from the preschool had the time of their lives, running around, enjoying the play equipment.
Teacher Jodie McGannon said the event was a lovely way to end the term, with parents and family spending a fun and imagination filled day with their children.
Fun times: Neve, Willis, Emma and Lachlan were keen to spin while playing in the park.
Sitting pretty: Shem, Ana, Angus and Sam took a moment to sit before jumping on the play equipment. Garden party: Angeline, Ebony, Jy and Jack were all smiles at McIndoe Park.
Drunk driver says “Oops”
Teens charged THREE teenage boys have been charged with murder over the bashing death of former Cape Paterson resident Tauri Litchfield in Mandurah, Western Australia. A 15 year old from Mandurah, a 14 year old from Leda and a 14 year old from Thornlie have all been charged with murder. The teens were remanded in custody and will apply for bail tomorrow (Thursday), via video link. The teenagers were arrested after a series of raids across the metropolitan area in connection with the 28 year old’s death on the night of St Patrick’s Day, March 17.
Noticeboard COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Public attendance welcome Wed, 17 April 2013 - COUNCILLOR BRIEFINGS 1.05pm - Gardiner Foundation Strengthening Small Dairy Communities Program 1.30pm - Fish Creek Tea Cosy Committee 2.00pm - Public Presentations - Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time 7.00pm - Public Presentations bookings essential by noon on 16 April Wed, 24 April 2013 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 2pm 10.00am - Public Presentations Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time.
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On March 22, officers from the Bass Coast Highway Patrol breath tested the 36 year old Wangaratta man at a booze bus site set up on the Bass Highway. The man returned a positive test on the road side and was consequently taken back to the Wonthaggi Police Station where a further test revealed a reading of 0.164. Highway patrol Sergeant Jason Hullick said the man was also found to be driving on a disqualified licence.
“The man’s learner driver licence had previously been disqualified for a previous drink driving offence some time ago so along with drink driving charges, he will also be summonsed to court for driving whilst disqualified,” he said. “His only response to this was ‘Oops’.” Sgt Hullick said to find a learner driver with a disqualified licence still driving, as well as being heavily under the influence of alcohol, was “extremely disappointing to say the least”. “This is exactly the type of behaviour that we do not want,” he said. “People like this are not welcome on our roads.”
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PROPOSED NEW ROAD NAME IN THE TOWNSHIP OF VENUS BAY Council, at its ordinary meeting held on 27 March 2013 (pursuant to Section 10 Clause 5 (1)(a) of the L G A 1989) resolved to commence the process to name the 55 metre long unnamed road, traversing in a southerly direction off Inlet View Road, in the Township of Venus Bay and Parish of Tarwin as 'Ockenga Close'. A person may make a submission to the proposal no later than 2 May 2013 addressed to the Assets Technical Officer, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 or delivered to the Council Office, 9 Smith Street, Leongatha. Copies of submissions (including submitters’ names and addresses) will be made available at the Council meeting at which the proposal will be considered and Council is required to make submissions available for public inspection for a period of twelve months. For the full details in relation to this proposal, a copy of the report is available on Councils website from the 27 March 2013 Council Minutes.
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“OOPS” was the response from a man caught driving three times the legal limit with a disqualified licence in Wonthaggi recently.
A SPATE of thefts from cars occurred in Cape Woolamai overnight last week. On Tuesday, March 26, five cars were robbed whilst parked in Seaspray Avenue, Pinedale Avenue, Summerhays Road and Broadwater Avenue. Items stolen included two GPS units, a 24-pack of Monster energy drink, two wallets, cash and sunglasses. Expensive power tools were left untouched from the car parked in Broadwater Avenue. All vehicles were unlocked. Anyone with information on these thefts can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
A 15 year old Mornington male has been charged with this offence and has been remanded to appear at the Melbourne Children’s Court on April 4.
Window break-in A THIEF broke into a car via an open window in Inverloch recently. Between 1.30pm and 6pm on March 24, the offender stole a wallet from a vehicle parked outside the Inverloch Angling Club in The Esplanade. The vehicle was locked, but the driver’s window was left half open. Anyone with information on this theft can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
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A COMPUTER and camera equipment was stolen from a Cowes home last week. Between midnight on Monday, March 25 and 1am on Tuesday, March 26, an offender entered an unlocked unit door in Goondiwindi Drive and stole the equipment.
A LEONGATHA man was fined after he was caught stealing alcohol recently. Around 6pm on March 13, the 24 year old man was issued an infringement notice and fined $282 after he was caught stealing from Michael’s IGA supermarket in Leongatha.
The stolen property was recovered.
Farm theft A RED motorcycle was among a variety of equipment stolen from a Bena property last week. Between 7.30pm on Monday, March 25 and 4.30am on Tuesday, March 26, an offender stole the red Suzuki motorbike, an angle grinder, a fuel drum and a spotlight from a dairy shed in a remote area of Bena. Anyone with information on this theft can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
Attempted burglary AN offender scaled the fence and climbed onto the roof of the Inverloch Community Centre last week in an attempt to break-in. Between 6pm on Thursday and 6pm on Friday, the offender forced open the skylight above the male toilet, however failed to gain access to the stadium. Anyone with information on this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
Korumburra crash LEONGATHA Police attended a two car collision in Korumburra recently. Around 6.25pm on Thursday, a 54 year old woman failed to obey a stop sign and collided with a car driven by a 22 year old Korumburra man. The woman received a penalty notice for failing to stop. No one was injured in the crash.
Tree collision THREE men were taken to hospital after their car hit a tree recently. Around 11pm on March 23, a 26 year old Poowong man lost control of his car on a bend along the Drouin-Korumburra Road and collided with a tree. Both he and his two male passengers were admitted to the Dandenong Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Enquiries are continuing into the cause of the crash, but police said it appears one of the vehicle’s tyres blew out.
Smash A SHOP window of a Wonthaggi business was smashed recently. Around 2am on March 23, the window was smashed in the presence of witnesses. A male who suffered arm injuries from broken glass is assisting police with their enquiries.
Bins gone TWO council wheely bins were stolen from St Joseph’s Church in Guys Road, Korumburra. Between 6pm on March 13 and 15, one recycling and one rubbish bin were stolen. Anyone with information on the theft can contact Korumburra Police on 5655 1244.
Arson attack A COWES home was damaged by arson recently. Around 12.50am on March 21, the front porch and door of the Seagrove Way home were destroyed by an intentionally lit fire. A male offender has been arrested by police and remanded in custody. No one was injured in the incident.
“THE STAR”, Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - PAGE 9
Vandals poison trees By Simone Short VANDALS have been poisoning native vegetation along the Inverloch foreshore. The vandalism came to the attention of community members after they noticed the death of multiple indigenous trees, shrubs and understorey species along Ramsey Boulevard. Bass Coast Shire Council environment manager Alison Creighton said vegetation at Pensioner’s Point had suffered recurring damage for a number of years. “Last year trees were drilled and filled with herbicide so this year when a few areas turned brown, we sent samples away to a laboratory which confirmed poisoning, as well as what kind of poison was used and told us it occurred quite recently,” she said. “We don’t have enough evidence at this stage to identify someone we
could prosecute, but we’ll be writing to some neighbouring land owners emphasising the importance of coastal vegetation and our commitment to protecting it. “We’ll also be asking that if they’ve seen anything, would they let us know.” Ms Creighton said vandalism often occurred to improve the views of nearby homes. “Some people destroy vegetation inadvertently by doing something like building a BMX track through the foreshore, but the majority of the time, view enhancement seems to be the main reason and main benefit,” she said. “Some are concerned with the fire risk, but we do an assessment every year with the CFA and undertake fire management activities to ensure there is no danger.” Ms Creighton said if an offender was found, they would be handed over to police and face large fines, whilst the council would replant any dead veg-
etation with plants of the same size and height so no one would benefit from enhanced views. Council will also monitor the area and if required, erect large signs on the foreshore to advise people of the vandalism and encourage people to report suspicious activity. Bass Coast Shire Councillor Jordan Crugnale said she was disgusted to find holes drilled in trees along the narrow strip of vegetation, which she said was vulnerable to the tidal salt water encroachment and prevailing winds. “The deep roots of the trees bind the soil to help minimise erosion and the habitat value is also significant,” she said. “We need the community to be aware of these extreme incidents of environmental vandalism and to report any suspicious behaviour along our foreshore and in our town.” The councillor, who lives in Inverloch, said whilst some may believe the value of a view overrides the value of the
Dying foreshore: Bass Coast Shire Councillor Jordan Crugnale is upset at vandals poisoning native trees and shrubs along the Inverloch foreshore. coastline, a great deal was at risk due to the damage. “(It provides) protection from the elements, habitat for wildlife and birds, and (vandalism) increases the risk of further
erosion on a vulnerable coastline,” she said. “Inverloch has had five sand slips over the course of just a few months, resulting in several beach access paths being closed
to the public. “The community value their treed surrounds and coastline and are very concerned and vocal about it, and so they should be. “These violent acts of
environmental vandalism damage our visual amenity and put our coastline at risk. “I am saddened and disappointed by such disregard and selfishness.”
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ANOTHER local business owner has contacted The Star claiming to have been vilified on the Sth Gippsland Praise and Shame Facebook website.
The paper revealed in its February 26 edition that the site had drawn anger from two local businesspeople, who believed they had been unfairly treated. Neither knew about the negative comments on the site until they were told by family. The same again goes for the latest complainant. Although the site claims to offer businesspeople a right of reply to any negative comments, it is for members only and has a history of blocking and barring people who voice criticisms against it. Sth Gippsland Praise and Shame was administered by three people until very recently, including Ian Gardener from Dumbalk. Now, there is only one listed administrator, Bluey Smiittersz. The Star sent Mr Smiittersz a message via Facebook, but did not receive a reply. There are no people with the surname Smiittersz in the White Pages. Likewise, a Google search failed to produce anything for ‘Smiittersz’. The businessman said he worked an average of 70 hours a week to keep his business afloat. He was shocked to find out that he had been slandered on the site. “It was all lies. A family member from interstate called up to tell me about it. They’d done an internet search on my business and all this stuff popped up,” he said. “I read it and felt like closing up the shop right away. I just thought, what am I doing here, if all I do is battle to serve my customers and then get slandered? “I went home and then began to wonder, ‘Who is this person?’” Finally he remembered the customer, who had sworn at him as they dashed out the door. The shop owner said he remained mystified by the exchange. “The stuff they put on the site may not seem like much to those who are not close to the business. But to me, I’ve worked my guts out all of my life. I wasn’t born with a silver spoon in my mouth. Everything I have is in my business,” he said. “The person who criticised me didn’t get what she was after in my shop. It’s like going into a sandwich bar and getting a Chico Roll. You can’t turn around and bag the shop.” The businessman cannot gauge what, if any, negative impact the comments had. But he followed the ensuing online conversation, including comments from other users who said they would steer clear of the shop. “I took this very personally, because we pride ourselves on our customer service,” he said. But the businessman said he was buoyed by the attitude of his regular customers, who sprang to his defence on the site.
THE second anniversary of the major storm at Wilsons Promontory National Park was marked by the completion of a $596,000 recovery works program at the Loo-Errn Boardwalk. Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan said the works included widening the boardwalk to current disability standards and elevating sections in flood prone areas to allow for year-long access. Mr Ryan said the thousands of people who visited the park each year would welcome the completion of the works, including those visiting during the Easter period. “Wilsons Promontory National Park has been revived by the flood recovery program,” Mr Ryan said. “I’d like to join with the campers, beach lovers and bush walkers in congratulat-
ing everyone involved in the $596,000 program to repair the Loo-Errn Boardwalk. “Parks Victoria staff have delivered a brilliant flood recovery program in Wilsons Promontory on behalf of the Victorian Coalition Government.” Mr Ryan said Wilsons Promontory was subjected to a major storm event in 2011 which damaged infrastructure throughout the park. “A river surge associated with the storm event resulted in the collapse of a large section of the existing Tidal River embankment, including the boardwalk and fishing platforms,” he said. “The cultural and environment values of the area were considered in the works. “The redesigned boardwalk has minimal disturbance and impact on the visual appeal of the river.” For more information on Wilsons Promontory National Park, visit Parks Victoria at www.parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963.
By Matt Dunn
THE Department of Primary Industries (DPI), the lead government agency in the smart meter rollout, has hit back at claims that the devices can cause cancer. Two meetings at the Venus Bay Community Centre, on Friday, March 17, saw residents vote to lock their meter boxes to prevent installation of the smart meters. But a DPI spokesperson called The Star last week to say health fears surrounding smart meters were unfounded and “electricity meters, including smart meters, are owned by electricity distribution businesses” not residents. “Under Victorian law, distribution businesses
have the right to convenient and unhindered access to maintain or upgrade their assets,” he said. “Smart meters are covered by strict safety regulations and Victorians can be confident that they are safe for installation in their homes. Independent testing has shown that electromagnetic signals from smart meters are a tiny fraction of the safe levels set by authorities and are lower than many other common household devices, such as cordless phones and baby monitors. “Victoria’s chief health officer and its energy safety regulator have both confirmed that smart meters are safe, as has the national safety regulator.” The spokesperson said smart meters would “deliver benefits” to all Victorians, like “fewer estimated bills and faster
and cheaper reconnections”. “Already, some companies are offering web portals that give customers detailed information about their energy usage, helping them reduce their bills. And flexible pricing options available from mid-2013 will give consumers new choices when looking for pricing plans that fit their usage patterns,” he said. “The Victorian Government carried out a thorough review of the smart meter program and found that pressing on with an improved rollout would deliver the most benefits for Victorians. This means that all Victorian homes and small businesses will need to have their meters replaced.” Web link: www.dpi. vic.gov.au/smartmeters
Roo blue at Venus Bay SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy called council to have a dead kangaroo removed after it was shot by police during the Labour Day long weekend at Venus Bay. The animal, which had been injured by a car before police decided to euthanize it, was left to rot for days in the sun after an administrative mess up. Police shot the kangaroo on Thursday, and left a message with council on Saturday morning. But the call was directed by mistake to environmental health officers, who did not get it until Tuesday. The call should have been directed to council’s depot crew, who were rostered on and would have taken the animal
away, a spokesperson said. “A web request came from Kieran Kennedy on Tuesday afternoon and the roo was removed early Wednesday morning,” the spokesperson said. “Council will remove dead animals from land, roads and roadside spaces managed by us. Vic Roads does the same for their areas of responsibility. “If it is on private property, council will issue a request notice to the owners.” According to a distraught local who wrote to The Star, the animal, which was left by the side of Fishermans Road, near the Venus Bay Angling Club, was there for days “where families had to walk past it over the busy long weekend”. “You would think some arrangement
could have been made to have the kangaroo removed, it being a long weekend and a very busy time in the area,” the peeved resident wrote. “The smell by Monday was absolutely dreadful and I’m guessing there would have been many children quite distressed as they passed by.” A VicPol spokesperson said police located a joey on the kangaroo, which was taken back to the station for care. “It is the responsibility of council to remove dead animals from the road side. Police have the power under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act to destroy an animal that is found in a distressed or injured state and its condition is such that it would continue to suffer if it remained alive,” she said.
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After watching the penguins gather at the shore and eventually start to make their way up the beach, the five year old turned to his dad and said “When are they going to start doing their tricks?” He was obviously thinking of the animated movie, Happy Feet, which features performing penguins. When they got back to the car, the boy announced he thought the island penguins were boring. His grandmother wondered how many other youngsters see the penguins with similar expectations. SOUTH Gippsland Birdwatchers Group enjoyed an afternoon out on Western Port Bay recently. Twenty-five enthusiasts boarded Tidemaster Tours from Tooradin with skipper Lindsay Mitchell guiding the group through the diverse and sensitive marine environment. Sheltered intertidal mudflats revealed a host of waders and waterbirds, with more than 20 species spotted. It was a rewarding excursion. A DATE for the diary is a family history seminar at Leongatha on Saturday, May 18. The day is being organised by the South Gippsland Genealogical Society.
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CONGRATULATIONS to three Fish Creek and District Primary School students who succeeded in a model plan and research competition held by the RSL. Alyssa won the 11-12
year old category and Tamara scored second place. Darcy won the eight-10 age group. BASS Valley Primary School held a successful Ducklotto event recently, raising nearly $8000 in the school’s major fundraiser for the year. SAFFRON on the Hill Inc, a not-for-profit organisation based in Loch dedi-
cated solely to rehabilitating ex-breeding dogs, are hosting their open day on Sunday, April 7. The organisation cares for each dog for at least four weeks and is not just a dog-in-dog-out rescue. Saffron on the Hill is hosting the annual open day to allow their supporters far and wide to come and meet the beautiful dogs that are currently in their care, as well as
ex-Saffron dogs who have been successfully re-homed to their new families. Anyone is welcome to attended and see what the organisation does and the animals they rescue. Get along to 100 LochPoowong Road, Loch on Sunday from 10am to stay, play and paw-tay. TAKE note of a change in traffic man-
agement at the Korumburra Showgrounds. The gates on the highway and Victoria Street have been locked to dissuade traffic from using the track through the showgrounds as a shortcut. Vehicles as big as trucks have been using the track, damaging the surface which then has to be repaired at the expense of the show society.
Still going: the former Hengstberger sisters of Koonwarra are keeping an Easter tradition alive in South Gippsland. In the lead up to every Easter, Val Pistrucci of Leongatha and Nola Sneddon of Hoppers Crossing dress as a bunny and chicken respectively. They visit businesses, kindergartens and schools in Leongatha and Korumburra, giving chocolate eggs to all. Last Wednesday, they were joined by Isabella Pearson, and Tahli and Jack Stoll, their cousin’s grandchildren. The eggs are sponsored by Leongatha Lions Club, Woorayl Lodge Ladies Auxiliary and Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry, as well as Nola’s mum Freda Morris. The generous party is pictured with Tahli and Jack’s grandmother Vicki Murdica of Korumburra.
A great hit: the annual Music in the Vines event at Djinta Djinta Winery last week was a big success. Beggs to Differ (pictured) provided the perfect music for kicking back and enjoying a wine and some delicious food. Melbourne regulars (pictured) Lucy Starbuck, Sarah Whittenham and Anushia Vijay hit the dance floor later in the day!
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Some excellent speakers have been booked, with topics including lives of Tasmanian convicts, family history resources and Scottish census.
Plan ahead: don’t wait ‘til it is too late was the message for 27 people who attended Coal Creek recently for an informative talk from Martin Tobin, a solicitor and former head of Family Business Australia; the topic being succession planning for business in South Gippsland. At the end of the talk an informal session was held with thanks to local businesses who shared their stories within their business. Pictured from left are Steve and Judy Blogg from Steve Blogg Industries, Martin Tobin and Renee Littlejohn, business liaison officer with South Gippsland Shire who sponsored the event.
Singing from Swaziland
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For ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Audition: Saturday, April 6 | 10am Behind the Leongatha Memorial Hall Contact Noel on 0428 871 250 LYR3310143
International visitors: Mirboo North Secondary College recently hosted Voices for the Voiceless, a choir from Swaziland. The choir aims to raise the awareness for people who are suffering in poverty in Africa. The Students Making a Difference (SMAD) group at Mirboo North raised money for the choir two years ago. This led to the choir making a special trip to Mirboo North, with the school being the only regional school to receive a performance on the tour. Pictured are members of the SMAD team and the Voices for the Voiceless choir.
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Blooming good time THE Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club was full of colour and flair over the weekend as it hosted the annual Wonthaggi Garden Club Flower and Vegetable show.
Exhibitors from all over Bass Coast and South Gippsland presented their blooms in many different categories. Club president Colin Ormerod was extremely happy with how the show went. “It’s gone really well,” he said. “We’ve had lots of people through
the door.” With over 400 entries in the show and all high quality, there was lots of work for the judges and plenty to see for the public. Mary Morgan took out best exhibit on show with her basket of fruit display.
Thumbs up for Foster hospital The hospital received a score of 88.5 out of 100 in the latest Victorian Government survey, putting it in the ‘very good to excellent’ category and only 2.4 points behind the highest rating hospital. Minister for Health David Davis released the Victorian Patient Satisfaction Monitor Annual Report for July 2011 to June 2012 last Wednesday. Hospital CEO Peter Rushen said he was thrilled with the high result. “We have been actually scoring very well for quite some time and we’ve been working towards getting a higher score as we go along,” he said. “We’re seeking to optimise patient care and that’s probably one of the reasons why we make sure in every facet of what we do, we focus on that patient care.” Mr Rushen said the score was a combination of quality staff and community focus at the hospital. “It’s probably the quality of staff and the fact they are part of the local community. South Gippsland Hospital is definitely very much a community hospital,” he said. “I think it’s a team ef-
fort. Everybody at South Gippsland Hospital, including the medical staff, cleaning staff and food services staff, all contribute to that very high rating.” Gippsland Southern Health Service - at Leongatha and Korumburra - scored 81.5, whilst Bass Coast Regional Health wasn’t far behind on 81.2. Mr Davis said for the second year running, Victorian public hospitals recorded significant increases in patient satisfaction. “Most importantly, no Victorian hospital showed a statistically significant decrease in patient satisfaction in 2011-2012 and no hospital received a ‘poor’ or ‘fair’ rating,” he said. “These results, direct from patients, are testament to our dedicated doctors, nurses and other hospital staff who can be truly proud of the difference they make to lives of Victorian patients each and every day.” Mr Davis said in the voluntary survey, patients can highlight the positives about public hospitals and areas for improvement. “The feedback assists our hospitals to provide even better care by learning directly from patients on how to improve service quality,” he said. “Based on the survey, the areas with the highest level of satisfaction were the courtesy of nurses and
People occupy council chambers A LEONGATHA woman and her supporters refused to leave South Gippsland Shire Council’s chambers last Wednesday after claiming she had been mistreated by council staff. The woman, Andrea Tieman, said council had acted illegally in allowing a council local laws officer to enter her property. The officer believed Ms Tieman had cut down trees on her property and also by the side of Nerrena Road without authority. Ms Tieman said council did not have the power to enter her land, as local government was not recognised under the Australian Constitution. Council CEO Tim Tamlin said Ms Tieman would be issued with a full written reply to her questions, raised at the public presentation session. She continued to demand an answer there in public, but Mr Tamlin refused, inviting Ms Tieman to pursue the matter in court. Ms Tieman and her supporters refused to leave until their concerns were addressed. An adjournment was called. Councillors and staff returned after at least 10 minutes, but still Ms Tieman stayed. “If we have to call the police to have you removed, then we will do so,” mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy said. The meeting was then relocated to meeting room two at the suggestion of Cr Jim Fawcett. Ms Tieman and her supporters left about 20 minutes later. Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy told Ms Tieman he hoped people would vote for the constitutional recognition of local government, with a possible referendum to be held on the matter at the September 14 federal election.
doctors, being treated with respect, personal safety and helpfulness of staff. “Areas for improvement included quality of food, storage facilities, waiting room comfort, explanation of hospital procedures and restfulness of the hospital.” Mr Davis said that for the first time, input from patients visiting emergency departments had been included in
the monitor. Waiting for treatment and comfort and a lack of facilities, were areas needing improvement, according to the survey. However, 90 per cent of respondents said, if given a choice, they would return to the same emergency department in future if they had a serious illness or injury.
Good growth: Col Wilmot took home best leek at the Wonthaggi Garden Club Flower and Vegetable show on the weekend. He is pictured with special guest John Flemming and club president Colin Ormerod.
Dream nears DUMBALK could continue to have a community and heritage hub. South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday unanimously voted to negotiate a new lease for the former kindergarten with the Dumbalk and District Progress Association. Members of the association applauded council when the decision was made. The Gardiner Foundation has pledged $5700 to the association towards computers, conditional on a lease being granted. The community has been using the kindergarten as a hub since it closed, holding meetings, seminars, classes and social gatherings there. The lease, if it proceeds, will last for three years.
“The association has great plans for the facility,” Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said. Cr Don Hill also offered praise: “Just like Mirboo North, Dumbalk is a community that will engage. They are very active, they make use of the facility and make sure nothing is wasted.” In a business plan to council, the association specified it would upgrade the toilets. In 2009, council sought to sell the kinder but the progress association, fire brigade and individuals intervened and the sale process was stopped. A council report noted that since the kindergarten was closed in 2007, the progress association “has taken great measures to ensure its ongoing function and maintenance”.
Leongatha Rotary 60th Anniversary Celebrations
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On Saturday night, November 23, 2013, the Leongatha Rotary Club will be celebrating 60 years since their beginnings in 1953. It is felt that there are many in the local community and further afield, who are not currently on our mailing list who have been associated with the Leongatha Rotary Club in the past and would be interested in joining us on the night. In order that we can contact you please phone or write to: President Elect: Mr Kerry Pritchard 03 5662 3889/ mob 0402 240 991 3 Sawyer St Leongatha 3953. OR drop into Rotarian Kerrie Baker at the Leongatha Agencies, 12 Smith St Terrace, Leongatha 3953(opposite Safeway) and fill in a sheet with your contact details or phone 03 5662 2504/mob 0408 422 690 or email your details to kb@laic.com.au OR You can download the form from our website www.leongatharotary.org.au and the Leongatha Rotary Facebook Page – Please complete and return it to the Leongatha Rotary Club PO Box 152, Leongatha 3953 LEO1110047
The Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is rolling into a town near you Are you a senior, student, family, farmer, carer or person with a disability seeking government support? The Australian Government Mobile Service Centres are supporting rural communities by providing convenient access to Australian Government payments and services. You can visit the Mobile Service Centre:
Safeway car park, Smith Street Leongatha Friday 12 April 9.00 am to 3.30 pm Experienced specialist officers travel with the Mobile Service Centre and provide friendly, face-to-face service, information and support. Our staff can assist you with Centrelink, Medicare, Australian Hearing and Child Support payment and service options. They are specialists in rural servicing and live and work in the communities they serve. If the assistance you’re a er is not available, arrangements will be made for someone from the relevant organisation to contact you. For more information, go to humanservices.gov.au and search for Mobile Service Centre or call 132 316.
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SOUTH Gippsland Hospital in Foster has rated in the top five hospitals in Victoria for patient satisfaction.
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Fire angst
AN open letter to Victorian Premier Denis Napthine, It is the little things that matter! It is now Easter Sunday night in Allambee South and the sound of trucks, bulldozers and chainsaws has stopped for the evening as local farmers, the CFA and DSE staff go home from repairing and/ or making safe the roads, fences and trees damaged by bushfire over the past few days. No doubt they will be back tomorrow and in time things will return to normal, at least on the surface. There will of course be those that will remain forever anxious at the smell of smoke. There may be the farmer for whom this is the last straw, and there will be those (of all ages) who were evacuated from their home having been forced to decide what should I take, what is really important, and who will be forever fearful of another bushfire. And there will be many, like me, who will ask why did the Hallston/Allambee South fire happen in the first place? And what can we do to ensure it never happens again? It is my understanding that the Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) initiated a controlled burn on Monday last and had the fire extinguished by that evening. However the following day it was decided to relight the fire, despite there being a weather forecast predicting very hot days for both Tuesday and Wednesday. It must therefore be asked, why? Why did someone think it reasonable to initiate a controlled burn in a heavily forested area, which has been subject to one of the driest summers on record,
when the weather forecast said it is going to be very hot! Why? It just does not make sense. It came as no surprise therefore, that the DSE lost control of the fire and hence for one very anxious day and a half, the communities of Hallston, Berrys Creek and (with a wind change) Allambee South were placed at risk with emergency warnings issued for each locality. The risk was real and many chose to evacuate, others, myself included put in place their fire plan and waited the day and night out. This time we were lucky, with the guys and girls of the CFA having done a wonderful job in protecting property, building defence lines, and putting out spot fires as they jumped ahead of the fire (the nearest for me being just 400 metres or so from the house), the rain arriving early Thursday morning giving them a hand and no doubt stopping the fire in its tracks. But, despite there being no lives lost, despite our homes being saved, despite minimal damage to property and despite there being no livestock lost, there is a cost, as a host of little things add up! For me it meant that: • my brother and his wife left a day later for their Easter holiday and instead came round and helped put in place our fire plan, thus putting them at risk in having to brave the Easter traffic which they were hoping to avoid; • my elderly parents, and others, lost a night’s sleep worrying that we were safe; • my daughter lost a day’s pay from her casual job as the road to Leongatha was closed, and having spent the night on the lookout for spot fires, was not really in a fit state to drive or work anyway, and for post graduate students a day’s
E D I T O R I A L
Tell us why THE past week has been a far from happy Easter for the residents of Hallston and Allambee South. A 625 hectare bushfire swept through the district, destroying bushland, plantation, fences and in many cases, the majority of pasture on farms. The ordeal not only cost residents their nerves but also their time through sleepless nights and ruined Easter plans. Now they are faced with further, ongoing disruption with many forced to rebuild fences, resow pastures and sell stock with no feed for them, only to have to source replacement animals in the future. Tree plantations have been lost and the time those trees spent growing also has been to no avail. Holiday plans have been vanquished and people already with health concerns face further stress. The Star has also heard of reports of sightseers and recreational motorcyclists in the burnout areas, hindering the efforts of residents to clean up and find some sense of reality again. The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) was responsible for the burn that got out of hand. The DSE should issue residents with a sincere apology and any materials and machinery they need, and any reimbursement of expenses they incur, in returning their properties to normal. Above all, the residents deserve an explanation as to why this burn was allowed to proceed despite warnings from locals familiar with the conditions.
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pay is important; • my daughter’s favourite walking track is now burnt and we hope that the wildlife which abounds on the Old Grand Ridge Road is safe, in particular Archibald the Echidna who is a regular sight on my daughter’s walks; • with two teleconferences planned for the day I was fortunate in being able to work at home, but in so doing missed a farewell for a valued member of staff, something that cannot be repeated; • Easter was to be our winter wood collection time, the forest which was burned being a designated firewood collection area. This is now unlikely and it would seem we may have to buy wood in – a not insignificant expense. • a family tradition has been broken, with my daughter - a passionate Essendon supporter - and I having attended the Anzac day football every year (except for one when she was in England) for as long as I can remember. Thursday morning was marked in my diary as ticket day and 9am was the time to go online and join the rush for tickets – something I have done with success every year. However in the confusion of the morning, and not having slept I forgot all about it – the result no tickets for 2013! These are but a few examples and whilst they are small things, I know they are replicated many times over in many households throughout Allambee South, Hallston and other impacted communities – and together they add up to a lot! But the annoying thing is none of this was necessary. Had the Department of Sustainability and the Environment been appropriately resourced and had checks and balances been in place to review the decision to initiate a controlled burn, then common sense would have prevailed and someone might have said: “Hang on guys, it may be a little dangerous to light a fire today!” But alas that did not happen and the inevitable did! I therefore respectfully ask you, Mr Premier, to review what happened here and seek your assurance that communities such as ours will not have to experience such events in the future. Ellen-Jane Browne, Allambee South.
Burning earth I AM angry. As a primary school teacher 20 years ago I was showing students a video called Saving Hiero-
nymous, which was about global warming, advising us to cut down our consumption of fossil fuels. One clear consequence was “extreme weather” conditions. For more than 20 years I have been involved with the Australian Greens, believing that if we put into government legislation a phasing-out of fossil fuels and promotion of renewable energy, we could save the earth from the frightening prospect of “extreme weather” events. But who wanted to hear such gloom and doom? Mainstream media certainly didn’t want to. Might scare off the customers. So let’s just laugh at the “greenies” and ridicule them. Well, hullo. Here we are. Twenty years later we have constant hurricanes, floods, fires, drought. Who is paying attention? My grown-up students from 20 years ago? All the people who are aware of environmental issues? Certainly the Greens. Maybe all you gardeners out there, who know that their vegie gardens are not producing the way they used to. Nothing seems to be following the regular seasonal patterns. Fruit is growing out of season, blossoms are appearing out of season, and the birds are confused. The weather patterns are unsettling all of us creatures. If it makes it easier, then I won’t “blame” humans for climate change; but whatever the reason, the climate is changing. Children are very susceptible to weather conditions, and so are adults. We have had a summer with no rain and too much heat. We’re not used to that here – even if some die-hards still crack hardy and say “we’ve had this happen before”– but I say again, we’re not used to that. We Gippslanders are used to short summers, lots of rain and mud, and long winters. I remember swamp yabby mud-mounds and bog sage just appearing in my garden every winter. The trees remember constant moisture in what used-to-be a cool temperate rainforest of tree ferns, bush peppers and what we now only see in remnants of forest – myrtle beech and giant ferns. So which employee of the Department of Sustainability and Environment or Parks Victoria was not really paying attention on Monday, March 25, when they signed off for a “controlled burn” at Hallston? Did they bother to even leave their office and look at the earth at their feet? If they had, they would have
seen the cracks in the ground, the huge amount of leaf litter, bark strips (dropped from parched trees), dead branches and vegetation – a huge drop of leaves from distraught and confused trees trying to pretend it was autumn. Did the DSE or Parks Victoria employee think that because it was technically autumn, it was okay to burn off? Well I’ve got news for you: it’s not autumn yet. The temperature has been in the high 20s and there has been no rain. It might as well be a hot February. Would you burn off in February? Would the CFA let you? No way. So why does a State Government department think it’s okay? I continue to be angry. Because of this “controlled burn” in Hallston a whole lot of people spent a day and night in fear on Wednesday, March 27. Surprise, surprise – the fire got out of control. No surprise. I knew that the burn was planned, but I couldn’t believe DSE and Parks Victoria would enact it. Did the CFA support this burn? Who thought it was a good idea when the ground was tinder dry? The ground was drier than it had been before the 2010 fires, and high winds were predicted. Those of us impacted in the 2010 fires know what the wind can do. So on Wednesday we watched the fire in Hallston roar through 520 hectares out of control. We packed our bags, ready to leave at a moment’s notice. Thank you CFA for your information, for the reassuring beacon of your lights on the hillsides surrounding the fire. I went through fear, panic and grief as I said goodbye to my house, my memories of 58 years, and telling myself that it’s okay; we can build again, it’s only material possessions. I talked to a young woman the next day who had been terrified for her animals; another who had been at home with a young baby, no mobile phone coverage and no transport. Two families I knew left their homes. We thought we’d stay and counter ember attack, clearing gutters and debris from around the house in 34 degrees of heat. No thanks to you DSE and Parks Victoria for the trauma you caused so many people who had to make hard decisions because of your “controlled burn”. Who gave you the right to do this to us? I’ve since talked to people who tell me you “do it all the time”. When has it become okay for a government department to override common sense and local
knowledge? Why do we who live here accept this? Let me count the impact of the decision to do a “controlled burn” in what may as well be the middle of summer. • Many people traumatised by another fire event caused by human intervention. • How many animals lost their lives or fled their destroyed habitat? • How many CFA personnel were called out to donate their time and risk their lives? • How much forest destroyed? How much do we have left that hasn’t been destroyed by human intervention? • How much plantation/financial loss? • How much environmental pollution? Forest fires are right up there with coal-fired power stations for massive pollution. • Increase in respiratory illness? Stress? Anxiety? Aren’t we fortunate that the wind died off and the rain came? An act of God, or Gaia. Thank you to those of us who prayed, or sobbed their hearts out as I did for our ravaged environment. The drop in the wind and the arrival of rain is an act of mercy. That is why I can write this from the comfort of what is still my home. I know that many of our government departments are understaffed. At a critical time of climate change, why is a department supposedly promoting sustainability and environment so undersupported? Hello State Government, where are you? I understand Ted Baillieu broke a fingernail and can’t continue, but where is Peter Ryan? Where are our supposed leaders? Certainly not supporting us. And many of you voted them in. But let’s not get on to politics. I just want to get on with trying to keep my garden alive and being part of this special community of Mirboo North. This is where my help and support come from as I try to acclimatise to the extreme weather conditions that keep occurring. Today a huge tree limb split and fell in our garden. Too much wet, then too much dry, then too much strong wind. God grant me the serenity to see the things I can change and the wisdom to let go of the past. Kate Jackson, Mirboo North.
VOXPOP! VOX What is your favourite toy?
My Barbies because they have a boat and a swing and one of them can fly. They have food and drinks too. Hattie Jefferis, Leongatha
My Barbies are my favourite too, because one has wings and they have a dolls house. Jemason Cameron, Leongatha
A toy doggy, because he barks and dances. I also like to play with my Barbies because they are fun to play with. Ebony Dean, Nerrena
My favourite toys are my race cars and my trucks. I like the red ones the best. I like to play with them because they are fast and have engines. I also like my footy because it has my favourite team on it. Jai Brocklebank, Leongatha
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Friends party in the hills
THE fifth annual Hills Are Alive boutique music festival has been hailed as the best yet.
The Hills Are Alive is a two day camping and music gathering set in the beautifully picturesque rolling hills of Krowera. It takes place on the McLaren family’s fifth generation farm and the focus is on getting great people together to enjoy amazing music in a stunning location. The event is not officially open to the public and people can only attend if they have been invited by a friend who has attended previously, or one of the performers. It is this ‘friends of friends’ policy that makes the vibe of the event so special. Festival co-director Aidan McLaren said: “The whole concept is that anyone, at any stage during
the weekend should be able to turn to the person next to them, find out how they’re connected and then party like old friends.” Now in its fifth year, THAA is gaining a reputation for consistently picking acts that go on to make their mark within the Australian music scene. Aidan said this was a big part of the event’s success. “We enjoy exposing the best new talent in the country to a really receptive musicloving crowd.” Rhett (Aidan’s brother and co-director of the event) elaborated: “We spend the entire year searching venues to find acts that we know people will be blown-away by, even if they haven’t heard of them yet. Each year many of these acts go on to much bigger things.” Stand out artists this year included Money for Rope, Saskwatch, New Navy, Remi and Vance Joy (late-night local DJ the Real Slinger was
Mayor’s message Cr Kieran Kennedy BUDGET dilemmas are upon us and councillors and officers have their heads down, working hard to finalise our budget for the coming financial year. It is always a challenging time, trying to meet the needs and desires of the community with the 10 per cent of discretionary funding that we have left after fixed regulatory expenditure. While no one looks forward to rate increases, it is inevitable as costs rise and there have been several imposts of financial burden in the past 12 months that we have to handle. These include: • in August 2012 council was informed that its share of the unfunded superannuation liability was $4.6 million. Prior to this, we were advised that the likely funding call would be in the vicinity of the previous funding call ($873,000), an extra $3,727million; • Workcover premiums increased by $55,000 due to an obligation to calculate the premium on employee costs that must include a portion of the unfunded superannuation required to be accounted for as an employee expense; • council will also receive 25 per cent less Victoria Grants Commission (VGC) allocations in 2012-13 (a $2.02 million impact); • the Commonwealth Government made an over payment of VGC funds in 2011-12 to all Victorian councils, resulting from an over estimation of inflation and population growth forecasts. As a result council will receive $325,000 less income in 2012-13. This has a compounding $165,000 pa negative impact on forward budgets in the Long Term Financial Plan; • legislative changes to the way councils have to calculate and charge interest on overdue rates and charges means that council will receive up to 75 per cent or $125,000 less revenue pa in coming years; • flow on negative impacts on interest income on investments. This results in a $100,000 per annum reduction in income due to the net unfavourable cost events and reduced interest rates; • costs for Sandy Point Hall exceeded budget projections by $175,000; and • accommodating the resources, training and processes for the collection of the Fire Service Levy on behalf the State Government. This has placed considerable funding pressures not only for the forthcoming budget process but as well for all forward budgets. Council can rectify the funding challenges in a number of ways, including • reducing or eliminating existing services; • reducing costs wherever possible (efficiency); • attracting more grant funds; • increasing fees and other charges; • reviewing funding levels requirements for discretionary one off type projects, including capital expansion projects; • utilising internal reserves; • borrowings; and • rates and charges. As always we will strive to deliver the best outcome for our community, and while it won’t please everyone, I hope that this information helps you understand the issues we grapple with in the budget /rates process.
Cr Kieran Kennedy, mayor.
also a crowd favourite). In past years the event has hosted acts such as Alpine, Jackson Firebird, Dan Kelly, Joelistics and DZ Deathrays. As well as being attended by many guests from Melbourne and the local area, the festival brings together a growing number of local people that volunteer and truly add to the unique flavour of the event. “We have everyone from the Loch Primary School and Glen Alvie CFA to local tractor drivers helping out, not to mention all our amazing neighbours. Without them the event simply wouldn’t be possible,” Aidan said. The Hills are Alive has just announced they will also be hosting a NYE event this year titled “NYE on the Hill”. To find out more and register your interest in attending go to www.thehillsarealive. com.au
Out there: festival goers immerse themselves in the magic of The Hills Are Alive.
Poowong backs pool THE Poowong community is confident their pool will remain into the future. More than 250 people attended an end of season celebration recently. Thousands of people attended the pool last season and 80 season memberships were sold, said pool committee spokesperson Wendy Tilling. “Public feedback has also been very positive, leading to many new families from the wider community coming to enjoy the family friendly atmosphere. Its role as a social hub was clear to all,” she said. Following the resignation of the Section 86 committee in 2012, the future of the Poowong Pool was not clear. South Gippsland Shire Council took over the management role of the pool, with staffing by the YMCA. “Most importantly, council started a process of community meetings to work on the pool’s future direction,” Ms Tilling said. The Poowong volunteers are aware the future of many local pools remains uncertain, Ms Tilling said.
“What is certain is that ‘If we don’t use it, we will lose it’. But if this season is anything to go by, the residents of Poowong, Loch, Nyora and beyond have voted with their feet and have had a lot of fun whilst supporting the Poowong pool,” she said. The end of season celebration featured a Teddy Bears Picnic for the children with more than 30 bears attending.
There were swimming, games, prizes, lolly scrambles and the water slide. A huge celebration cake donated by A Sweet Little Thing café in Lang Lang was a highlight of the afternoon. If you’re wondering how you can be involved, visit the Poowong Swimming Pool Facebook page or contact Wendy 0407 863 304.
Country COOKING WITH
Meg Viney A VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION
The old favourite of meat loaf is rarely seen these days, but it is a delightful dish when well cooked. We had some minced beef and minced veal to make bolognaise, but Bill decided it was time for a meat loaf (my mother-in-law used to call it baked snake and had it weekly along with all the roast vegetables). This old recipe has won an award for the best meat-loaf in Bill's radiology practice, and I don't think they were sucking up to the boss. Give it a go. We had it cooked in a bread tin because we planned to eat it cold for lunch on a fresh loaf of sourdough bread, but for a roast meal, you can roll it into a fat sausage, sprinkle lightly with flour and roast it with vegies all around.
MEAT LOAF
Taken action: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Lorraine Brunt, Dana Hughes, Barbara Look and Adrian Tilling cut the celebration cake.
Town vows to save pool By Brad Lester THE Mirboo North community is prepared to fight to save their pool. “We are up to the challenge,” declared Geoff Williamson of the Mirboo North Community Plan Working Group at a recent South Gippsland Shire Council public presentation session in Leongatha. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks said he wanted to talk to the community about the pool’s future. “This shire absolutely cannot afford to maintain six pools into the future with the population we now have,” he said. “It’s tens of millions of dollars of investment.” Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said he acknowledged the “community’s love of the pool”. “It’s just a fantastic setting but the community is going to have to carry much
more of the financial liability for the pool.” Council’s community strengthening manager Ned Dennis told The Star attendance figures from the past season were still being collated, but the early indications showed strong attendance. “It’s going to be a very good season,” he said. “It has been hot and the community has taken up the opportunity to use the pools and used them well.” The pool figures will be the subject of a future report to council. Under a strategy governing the future of pools in the shire, Strategic Direction for Aquatic Facilities in South Gippsland 2012 – 2016, poor attendances would result in the future of pools being reviewed. The strategy specifies that a drop in attendances by 20 per cent over two consecutive seasons, based on average attendances from 2005-06 through to 2010-11, would prompt a review of a particular pool.
300 gm minced beef 300 gm minced veal 1 onion, diced finely 1 egg cup fresh breadcrumbs a sprig each of parsley, thyme, oregano and marjoram (OR 1 teaspoon 'lamb herbs') 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 – 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 – 2 tablespoons fresh tomato sauce (OR less of tomato sauce) Cook the onion in a little garlic oil (or olive oil) and a pinch of salt, over a low heat, lid on, for 10 minutes. Remove to a bowl. Add the beef and veal and squish with your hands to mix well. Add the remaining ingredients and mix with your hands until well incorporated. If you are having this as cold meat, press it into an oiled bread tin and bake on 180 with the grill function on, in the centre of the oven, for 90 minutes. Remove from the oven, cool then turn out onto a platter and slice. If you are having it as a roast dinner, roll it into a fat sausage, sprinkle it with a little flour, place it in an oiled baking pan and surround with vegetables (potatoes, pumpkin, parsnip), drizzle with olive oil and place in the oven, also on 180 with grill function on, and in the centre of the oven. Remove from the oven, place the meat and vegetables onto a warm platter and make a gravy – some flour into the baking pan, stir well, then add chicken stock, mix well and cook over a low heat until the gravy is smooth and thickened. Serve with the meat loaf.
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Great mates: Leo, Patrick, Billy and Stella with their new friend Subzero at St Laurence’s Primary School last week.
Dressed to impress: looking good to meet Melbourne Cup winner Subzero were Woorayl Lodge residents Silvia Smith, Dot Matthias, Bec Gover and Hazel Morelly.
Famous horse in town
THE kids at St Laurence’s Primary School and residents of Woorayl Lodge had an excellent morning getting to know Subzero last week.
The racehorse won the 1992 Melbourne Cup. The win was to be his last, but as one of the few grey winners of the race, his fame was assured. Upon retirement from racing, the big grey gelding with a lovely temperament was employed as the clerk of the course’s horse and has made numerous appearances on television, at charity functions and at schools. Subzero was a special guest at several schools in the region last week, as well as Woorayl Lodge. This unique program offers a safe and educational way for people to see, touch and smell a champion racehorse.
From pages past Historical snippets from The Star
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5 years ago April 1, 2008
RAIN. That is what has been falling across South Gippsland during the past few days. The rain has been appreciated, but the fact it had come with a cold snap was a drawback. ******* LOCAL people who watched the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal on TV may have seen someone they recognised. One of the little patients featured on an advertisement for the appeal was Leongatha’s Ben Taylor. Complete with oxygen mask, Ben was on the screen many times during the day.
WORKERS at a South Gippsland nursing home were sacked just hours before a takeover by a corporate ‘white knight’. Up to nine staff members were made redundant 24 hours before Aged Care Services Australia Group took control of Mirboo North Community Care a couple of weeks ago. ******* LEONGATHA endurance horse rider Shandal Bengtsson, 21, is hoping to elevate her favourite sport into the mainstream. With her best friend Jenna Pinzone, 22, Shandal has helped organise the Gippsland Endurance Championships, which will be held on November 29 and 30 in the Alberton West State Forest.
10 years ago April 1, 2003 SOME say the Bald Hills area near Tarwin Lower is the perfect place for a wind energy plant. Others say the wind turbines and power lines that will run from the site will destroy the landscape, ruin their homes, their lifestyles and the value of their properties. ******* FIRE destroyed the laundry at the Meeniyan Hotel on Sunday morning. More than 25 fire fighters from five brigades rushed to the blaze, which began around 2.30am. Flames poured from the windows and doors of the hotel, alerting the publican to the blaze.
1 year ago April 3, 2012 WHISTLES blew across South Gippsland on Saturday, with the return of the Alberton football and netball season for 2012. Last year’s premiers, Kilcunda-Bass affirmed themselves as premiership contenders this year with a 54 point drubbing of Foster. ******* ONE of the bikini-clad poster models on a Leongatha surf shop window has been “dressed” again. Milie Surf Wear owner Mick Horell is not amused. He said the same thing happened about 12 months ago and he estimates the damage this time at $200 to $300.
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Hairy fun
All off: teacher Nick Eddy is shaved by fellow Grade 6 teacher Jack Hughes.
LEONGATHA Primary School held its end of term assembly last Wednesday, incorporating shave for a cure, crazy hair day and a giant Easter raffle. Students and teachers came to school sporting spectacular hair, including wacky wigs, crazy colours and hilarious hairdos. Over 90 raffle prizes were awarded to lucky winners throughout the assembly. Assistant principal Grant Kuhne and Grade 6 teacher Nick Eddy braved the clippers to shave their heads and faces as a fundraiser for Shave for a Cure. Wednesday was the last day of term for the school, as a power interruption on Thursday kept doors closed. Classes resume on April 15.
Left, Good cause: assistant principal Grant Kuhne has his head shaved by principal Rob Higgins at the Leongatha Primary School end of term assembly last Wednesday. Below: Fancy styles: Emma Trease and Eddie Colwill sport some seriously crazy hair at the assembly. Emma is not wearing a wig.
Big effort: Maddison Brain, Acaisha Battersby and Sam Duvoisin went to great effort with their hairdos for Leongatha Primary’s crazy hair day.
Leongatha law firm moves to Albury LEONGATHA law firm SRC Legal Pty Ltd has completed its move to Albury. The firm has also changed its name to Albury Legal Pty Ltd. The solicitor in charge of the firm, Suryan Chandrasegaran, has lived in Leongatha and Nerrena for over 13 years. He made the move to Albury, a growing regional centre, as part of an exciting initiative to expand the firm to better serve the needs of clients. The firm's new office is in the centre of Albury, and is located in Kiewa Street Chambers. This building used to house the Albury City Council's chambers. The Council's former walk-in safe is part of the firm's office, providing a secure place to store clients' safe custody documents. Suryan says that he hopes people in the local area will continue to choose his firm to assist them with their legal work. Suryan believes that “with telephone and e-mail communication, we can take on new jobs very quickly and provide people with the high level of service they deserve.” Suryan is missing the rolling green hills of Gippsland, but has artwork from two talented
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Up and away: there were many fun rides at the Inverloch Kongwak Primary School Easter Fair on Saturday, but this super hero flight simulator was the most popular.
Easter Fair impresses INVERLOCH Kongwak Primary School failed to disappoint on Saturday, providing another fantastic Easter Fair. The school grounds were overflowing with children and parents
from far and wide who came to see the many attractions. Fun rides, bouncing castles, face painting, live music, petting zoo and many other fair favourites were on hand. A new addition to the fair was a
Lego room which displayed a number of fantastic Lego creations from a local family. The day was once again a complete success and a fantastic way to bring locals and tourists together in the seaside town.
Sweet teeth: Eden Purnell, Alex McEntee and Dylan Forneaux of Inverloch were enjoying their time at the Inverloch Kongwak Primary School Easter Fair on Saturday.
Coal Creek prize donated SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has donated the major prize of a competition to Korumburra’s Milpara Community
House. The competition was to elaborate on an idea that will help make Coal Creek cost neutral to council. Director of development services for council Phil
Mayor’s message Cr Clare Le Serve
LAST week I enjoyed a wonderful day at the Pet Expo. It was great to see so many pets bring their owners along for an educational and fun day and congratulations to the winners of the fiercely contested Pet Show. I’d also like to acknowledge the work of our community safety team, who not only organised a great event, but were on hand on the day to offer advice on pet ownership and registration. In the past week I also attended a workshop with the San Remo community. The meeting was about the draft Access Strategy being put together to address the issues around future growth and improving traffic and pedestrian links in the town. This is an ongoing project that has already had a lot of community input; however as a new councillor, I really appreciated the chance to hear directly from people and find out what they want for San Remo’s future. I know my fellow councillors felt the same. Over 300 people attended the two workshops and shared some great ideas. There are no right or wrong solutions, but it is important to explore all the options. Any solution needs to be fully discussed and will require compromise. We all want a sustainable, liveable San Remo, which maintains the charm and character of the current township and complements the stunning natural environment. We certainly do not want to duplicate the concrete environments of some of Melbourne’s outer suburbs. As a council, we know it is vital to make the decisions that provide for our current community and have long term benefits. If we continue to work together I am confident we can find solutions to the issues facing San Remo. The work being done as part of the Phillip Island Integrated Transport Study will also help address some of the traffic issues on the Tourist Road, which impacts so heavily on San Remo. The closing date for submissions on the draft Access Strategy has been extended until April 8 to provide more opportunity for feedback. I urge all property owners in San Remo to take advantage of this and provide us with your input. I applaud the passion and commitment of the local community who attended the workshops and the Planning staff that organised the workshops and gave up their evenings and weekends to ensure the sessions ran smoothly. Cr Clare Le Serve, mayor.
Stone, said it was a great act of kindness. “A council officer came to us with her idea, knowing that she couldn’t win the prize, but she was a clear winner,” he said. “We decided that it was best to then donate the prize to Milpara, another great community asset to the Korumburra community.” The prize consists of a night in a deluxe cabin for a family of four at Prom Coast Holiday Lodge at Waratah Bay, surfing lesson for two children with Offshore Surf School at Waratah Bay Beach as well as a gourmet basket of local produce. Sandra Webster from Milpara House said they may use the prize as a raffle prize to help raise money for the community house. The winning idea suggested orienteering and scavenger hunts using interactive technology.
The technology has a massive amount of potential, particularly by making different scenarios available to complement patrons. Included in the review of the idea was the suggestion of combining smart phones or tablets for hire or selling an application to comply with QR code readers situated around the park. Children could choose from different scenarios (age appropriate, for boys, for girls), and they would have to follow ‘a day in the life of’ or ‘run an errand for’ depending on their visit time frame. The child would get their smart phone, perhaps dress in costume as a coal miner’s daughter or child labourer, and follow agerelevant clues to find the first QR code in a different part of the park. This QR code would give them the clue to find
Thank you: Phil Stone, South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of development services, presents Sandra Webster from Milpara House with the prize along with Coal Creek co-ordinator Rowena Ashley. the location of their next, and so on. The children may even have to complete a challenge in buildings which
are manned. This would combine an adventure, with map reading skills, solving puzzles, and learning history in a
real life way. At the end of the visit, children could receive a certificate to acknowledge their achievement.
Fiona featured at show
THE Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is a big deal.
Having a garden you designed featured at the show is an even bigger deal and Fiona Walker has done just that. The former Outtrim resident’s garden Kaleidoscopic Dreams was on show at the prestigious event. Fiona designed the garden as part of her studies at Holmesglen TAFE last year where she completed Certificate IV in Horticulture. “It was an assignment that we had to do at school,” she explained. “Three gardens were chosen from our class to be
completed at the show and I was lucky enough to be one of them.” The garden was constructed by other Holmesglen TAFE students under the watchful eye of Fiona and well received by the public. “It was really busy,” Fiona said. “I’m not sure how many response cards we had but we went through all of them. “There was lots of good feedback, which was good.” The main focus of the garden was the colours of the foliage. Beautiful deep plum colours and burgundy shades contrasted vivid greens, silver blues and chocolate brown.
A curved seat made of earthy tones of rusted steel sat in the centre of the garden and around a fire-pit. Inspiration came from Fiona’s childhood in South Gippsland.
“It was just made up of things I like myself,” she said. “The rusted steel parts came from growing up on a farm. “Designing it took me
back to the old days and I thought it went nicely with different colours. “The garden hosted a lot of warm and cool colours with different trees and plants that I used.”
Feature seat: Fiona Walker in her garden Kaleidoscopic Dreams, featured at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.
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Indigenous health first By Brad Lester A SOUTH Gippsland medical clinic is leading the way in indigenous health.
Leongatha Healthcare is offering a clinic just for Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders in a bid to improve the health and wellbeing of indigenous people. The clinic opens one afternoon a month at the group’s Inverloch practice. It’s the first of its kind in this area. The news was revealed at an indigenous health forum at Inverloch last Tuesday. Leongatha Healthcare general practitioners Tim and Joy Linton were guest speakers. The model champions the change in direction for the treatment of indigenous people called for by Aboriginal leaders at the forum. “We are doing it to show respect to people, to show we know they have specific health needs,” Dr Tim Linton said. The clinic was driven by Sonia Weston, manager of Ramahyuck Aboriginal Health Services at Wonthaggi and will be partly funded through the indigenous health program, Close the Gap, through the Council of Australian Governments. “The clinic will look at all impacts of health on people’s family life. We can offer longer appointments and people can wander in and out as much as they like,” Dr Tim Linton said. “We try to be more flexible in how it runs. “The biggest reason for it is that it gives us more time to achieve some of the health assessments that need
to happen.” The philosophy reflects the views raised at the forum by former midwife, Bev Walker of Venus Bay. She said the medical system needed to focus not just on “body parts” but rather the “whole body”. “We really need to think about the medical model that does not have the time to focus on the whole family in the GP setting because they are only funded for 10 minutes,” she said. The clinic opens on the afternoon of the first Thursday of the month. The Lintons have worked at Wadeye Aboriginal community south west of Darwin in the Northern Territory, and with up to 800 indigenous people in the broader South Gippsland area, the need for a dedicated clinic was evident. The forum was held at the Inverloch Community Hub by the Bass Coast/South Gippsland Reconciliation Group. Ms Weston said a prime health issue facing indigenous, and non indigenous women, is the risk posed by drinking alcohol while pregnant. “We need to change the mindset that it’s OK to drink while you are pregnant,” she said. Professor Marlene Drysdale is a senior Aboriginal health training advisor with Australian General Practice Training. She said the Closing the Gap indigenous health program should not be just about elevating indigenous health treatment to the same level enjoyed by non indigenous people. “Often we have a program that is making a huge difference and then the powers that be decide that funding will be cut and they will conduct something new,” she said.
“We need to have a more strategic approach to Aboriginal health. There needs to be a more wholistic approach, looking at community too. Hopefully we can do some wholistic medicine with Medicare Local coming on board too.” Professor Drysdale said Aboriginal people are often caught in a cycle of poverty that ultimately affects their health. “If you do not get an education, you can’t get a decent job, and if you do not have a decent job, you can’t get decent housing and quality food,” she said. Professor Drysdale advocated the need for “more partnership and collaboration” in addressing indigenous health, including the incorporation of traditional medicine. “You can’t have a top down approach,” she said. Professor Drysdale noted the value of humour “as an Aboriginal way of healing”. “We try to make light of things that are really bad,” she said. “There is a need for doctors to have an understanding of our cultural needs.” Mike Moyle, business manager at Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation, South Gippsland, spoke about vulnerabilities and challenges in early childhood. Nadine Long and Tanisha Smitherson, Aboriginal outreach workers with Gippsland Medicare Local, also spoke. The forum was supported by South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils, and attended by South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy and Bass Coast Shire Council’s deputy mayor Cr Neil Rankine and Cr Jordan Crugnale.
Making difference: indigenous care leaders Nadine Long and Tanisha Smitherson, Aboriginal outreach workers with Gippsland Medicare Local, and Mike Moyle, business manager at Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation.
New species found By Brad Lester A NEW insect species has been discovered at Fish Creek.
Latrobe University researchers found a new native psyllid, a tiny insect that feeds on eucalyptus leaves. The creature was discovered in a bog gum plantation on the property of Andrew and Lyn Jamieson. The species has been named Ctenarytaina bipartita, named after the morphology of part of its body. The find was made by Dr Martin Steinbauer and PhD student Kevin Farnier. Despite the apparent significance of the find to lay people, Dr Steinbauer said the discovery was “to be expected”. “There is a lot of undiscovered biodiversity in Australia but it is absolutely interesting to find a new species because we are looking at an eucalyptus species that had never been surveyed before, which is the box gum,” he said. “There are at least 900 species of eucalyptus in Australia and they are all support unique biodiversity.” Dr Steinbauer said the majority of Australian plants and animals were yet to be reported by science. “We live in an amazing country and there are not many people out there documenting,” he said.
Southern find: the new native psyllid discovered at Fish Creek, Ctenarytaina bipartita.
Seeking, finding: researchers Dr Martin Steinbauer and PhD student Kevin Farnier from Latrobe University. “Yet we are getting rid of the habitat fast and a lot of these species are going into oblivion.” Bog gum is a rare species in Victoria, largely concentrated in Gippsland with other stands around Apollo Bay in The Otways and Portland in far south western Victoria. Researchers had been teaming with Greenfleet, an organisation focused on revegetation projects, to determine ideal locations for finding possible new species. “We use sweep nets or just collect them directly from the plants and bring them back to the look for further examination,” Dr Steinbauer said. Another new psyllid was found on river red gums growing on the La Trobe University Melbourne campus in Bundoora, and has been named Anoeconeossa bundoorensis in recognition of its place of collection. Dr Steinbauer, who is an Australian Research Council Future Fellow in the university’s Department of Zo-
ology, said 366 species of Australian psyllid had already been described but there are likely to be at least another 250 undescribed species. Understanding the ecology of psyllids is important for the health of native forests and the other fauna they support. “Since Australia is a mega-diverse continent, we have a duty to identify and document our native biodiversity,” Dr Steinbauer said. “Moreover, understanding the ecology of native psyllids is important for the health of native forests and the other fauna they support, such as birds and ants. “Australia has very few native aphids – insects all Australians have heard of and can relate to – but we have psyllids instead. “Given this, it is surprising that most research activity and funding goes to studying the exotic aphid species in Australia rather than the native psyllids which are so fundamental to our natural ecosystems.”
Get set: Millie Thomas, Olivia Flower, Holli Thorogood and Maddy Comerford get ready for Olivia’s hair shave.
Shaving hair to help others TWO Newhaven College girls shaved their hair to raise funds for the Leukemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave. After five years of growing her thick wavy locks to a waist-grazing length, Year 8 student Olivia Flower was inspired to shave through knowing friends who have battled leukemia and cancer. Olivia considers shaving her head a small sacrifice for such a worthwhile cause.
Year 7 Ashlee Farrington also took part. Ashlee has seen her neighbor and a young family friend battle leukemia. “Our friend is our age but she has to spend so much time in bed. It’s really hard for her to try to have a normal kid’s life and it makes me appreciate how lucky I am,” she said. Ashlee has doubled her original target to $400. College head of middle school Jane McGillivray admired Ashlee and Olivia for their commitment to helping others.
“Both girls are putting our college values into action in a very public way. I applaud them for having the courage to transform what we talk about at school into a selfless action that will benefit others.” In support of Ashlee and Olivia’s efforts, the college senior school held a crazy hair day. For a gold coin donation students will style and colour their hair with flair to show their support for their friends and raise some extra funds for the Leukemia Foundation.
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South Gippsland Sustainability Festival Saturday April 14, 9am-2pm SUNDAY APRIL 7 | 9am to 1pm
In charge: Lisa Dumicich is the new principal at South Coast Christian College.
College has great community feel By Jane Ross IT feels like it’s a place you can belong.
That’s how Lisa Dumicich describes South Coast Christian College (SCCC). She’s the school’s new principal, appointed in January this year. “This is a fabulous school to be a new principal in. There’s a beautiful community feel here. There’s just something special about this school, it has incredible potential and there is room for growth.” During her first college assembly, she said she stressed that the education we have in Australia is “an absolute gift” and it is important not to take that opportunity for granted. Lisa has come to SCCC from Bayside Christian College where she was head of academic administration. She hasn’t been a principal before and she’s relishing this new opportunity, approaching the task brimming with enthusiasm. At this stage, her new job is an interim one but she’s hoping the
college board will see fit to make it permanent. In her 18th year as an educator, Lisa became a teacher because, she said, it broke her heart seeing students who were not using the talent they have. “It’s an absolute driving factor to see kids use their potential. It’s a huge challenge, but is something you like to aim for. “The key for me is to focus on student learning and student outcome, looking at the way we teach.” Focussing on the design of the classroom and its environment to encourage students to engage with the content of their studies plays an important role. So does inquiry-based learning in which students undertake their own research to end up with “an authentic production” driven by their own pursuit of information. Lisa said this means instead of students being told, for example, to write a project about a particular topic, they choose an area of their own interest within an overarching theme and do that instead.
Lisa is someone who enjoys a challenge. Accordingly, she is undertaking a masters degree in Christian education. “I relish a challenge,” she admitted. “As a principal, it is really important to be always learning. It’s important to be a role model to the students and the teachers too.” Also vital to a school are the parents. “They are the life blood. I’ve met some of the parents; they’re a fabulous group of people.” Lisa is an active church member, is married with two children aged seven and 11 and pursues a family hobby called geocaching. It’s a modern take on a treasure hunt, she explained, involving use of a GPS to find things that have been hidden in parks, on beaches, up trees and other similar places. Once you find the item, you log that fact on the internet. “We do it as a family. We’ve found lots of new playgrounds as a result!”
Helping hand: South Gippsland Landcare Network stalwarts Diana Droog, Kate Williams and Dawn Marotti did their bit at a past Coal Creek Sustainability Festival.
Food for thought at Sustainability Festival IN the past it has been hard to find out what native food plants and trees can be cultivated in South Gippsland to get your bushtucker fix. Now a book has been published that will help you work out what to plant, how to find these plants, how they can be looked after and how they can be used in the kitchen.
The Prom Country Bushfoods Association will launch Growing Australian Native Food Plants in South Gippsland at the South Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Coal Creek, Korumburra on Sunday, April 7 at 10am. The book has emerged from over 20 years of experience growing native food plants at Kardella and in other locations around South Gippsland, and has been compiled by Mer-
Please help us out The funding would be shared by community houses at Korumburra, Leongatha, Venus Bay and Foster to run programs on behalf of councils. The community houses act as an outreach arm of council, providing such programs as adult education and bus services. The coordinators of the four houses presented to councillors at the Leongatha chambers recently. Council officers will consider the coordinators’ request. Council and the coordinators also discussed changes to the Incorporation Act, with debate surrounding the legal liability now possibly borne by volunteers. “If that is the case, I believe there could be a mass exodus of people from our community bodies,” Cr Bob Newton said. “I believe that’s why the Incorporation Act was brought in – to protect people from being sued.” Council’s community strength-
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edith and Rhys Freeman. Copies will be available at Coal Creek. If you can’t get there and you would like a copy, you can send an email to pcbushfoods@hotmail.com The festival will feature live music and more than 40 stalls promoting sustainable practices, products and services. Throughout the day there will be films, talks, children’s activities, plus bread, cheese and ginger beer making, permaculture and garlic growing demonstrations. There will also be a guest appearance by Vasili, the colourful host of Vasili’s Garden on Channel 31 at 11.30am. Everyone attending the festival will have an opportunity to vote on the entries in the fashion and artwork competitions made from recycled materials and the winners will be announced on the day. Council is pleased to acknowledge the sponsorship of NRG Innovations Gippsland and TMD Global Pty Ltd who have both generously contributed towards the festival. For further information regarding the festival, please contact Christine Hamilton on 5662 9200.
South Gippsland Water Visiting Your Town Visit us and get your own FREE Water Wise Kit. Come and visit the South Gippsland Water stand at the:
Spreading word: community house co-ordinators address South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday. From left: Julia Peddie from Foster Community House, Alyson Skinner from Venus Bay Community Centre, Sandra Webster from Milpara Community House and Kate Garratt from Leongatha Community House. ening manager Ned Dennis felt the matter need not be as “dramatic” as it sounded. However Cr Andrew McEwen said indemnity cover for individuals could amount up to $800 per organisation.
“That is a lot of money that could leave the shire as a result,” he said, adding council needed to advocate on that matter. Ms Webster said the houses reach isolated learners through technology.
Coal Creek Sustainability Festival Coal Creek, Sunday 7th April A range of water saving devices and tips will be on offer to help customers use water wisely. A representative from South Gippsland Water will also be at: Location: Korumburra Main Street (out front of Post Office) Date: Thursday 4th and Friday 5th April Time: 11.00am to 3.00pm
Phone 1300 851 636 www.sgwater.com.au
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South Gippsland Sustainability Festival SUNDAY APRIL 7, 9am-1pm
Saturday April 14, 9am-2pm
Sustainability a smart move WHEN you think sustainability, one of the first things that follows is renewable energy.
Julie Joyce: the ‘Stitch, Don’t Ditch’ advocate from Mirboo North showed festival goers how to recycle clothing.
And when it comes to renewable energy the team at NRG Innovations are your local experts. The NRG guys will be on hand at the South Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Coal Creek this Sunday. On display will be a range of renewable energy products and more advice than you would ever need from the team. Dave Chiavaroli from NRG Innovations will be speaking at the festival about how businesses can save money with solar energy. The talk will be in the auditorium from 10am. “There are lots of solar solutions to reduce power consumption for commercial premises,� Mr Chiavaroli told The Star. “For example in a mechanic’s workshop that
is open and running from 8am till 5pm, a system could provide a return on the investment in five years. “It really is a no brainer for any business.� Mr Chiavaroli said the predicted rise in electricity prices could mean an even faster return. “If Grant King, the CEO of Origin Energy, is correct, electricity prices will increase from 32cents/ kwh to 94cents/kwh over the next 10 years,� he said. “Even if a system offsets 25 per cent of your electricity use, you will still be saving thousands. And then once the system has paid for itself, that extra cash is money for jam.� A new energy and money saving high-bay light replacement will also be on display. “This technology is great and uses half the power to create the same amount of light,� Mr Chiavaroli said. “They don’t create heat
like conventional highbays and have a lamp life of 100,000 hours. This is a saving in itself, considering due to OH&S these days you need a cherry picker to change them.� These high-bays also give instantaneous light so there’s no waiting around
ment will be on display, so get down and see the team. If you can’t make the Sustainability Festival, drop into the NRG showroom on Commercial Street in Korumburra any other time and the team will certainly be able to help you out.
for them to warm up, resulting in no wasted time and electricity. As well as solar energy systems for businesses, the NRG Innovations team can set up systems to suit any home. Solar pumps and much more power saving equip-
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Help Lyric find Toto Art show backs needy AFTER holding very successful auditions for the cast in Lyric Theatre’s new production of The Wizard of Oz, Peter McAlpine is turning his attention from the rehearsals to look for the perfect canine to star as Toto.
Does your dog look like Toto?: Lyric Theatre is searching for the perfect pooch to star alongside Dorothy in their stage production of The Wizard of Oz this year. EXHIBITION BY CAROL LINTON
“Expressions on Canvas & Paper” FROM
SATURDAY, APRIL 6 - SUNDAY, APRIL 28 OFFICIAL OPENING SATURDAY, APRIL 6 at 2pm 25 Stanley Street, Toora All welcome. Enquiries: 0427 816 367
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Peter is looking for a talented canine which is the right size (small enough to be held easily by Dorothy), has the right look, and is well behaved and trained, especially house-trained. “No visit to Oz would be complete without Toto,” Mr McAlpine said. “ It’s such an important role in the show and we have to find a very talented dog to fulfill the role. “The successful auditionee would need to spend a lot of time at rehearsals getting to know Dorothy and the other cast members.” Everyone is invited to come and view to auditions, which will be held in Leongatha in the courtyard area between Memorial Hall and the South Gippsland Shire offices, on Saturday, April 6 at 10am. The exact format of the dog auditions has not yet been confirmed, but Peter said that a dog expert would be on hand to help with the casting. If you believe your dog has what it takes to star as Toto then call Noel Stringer for further details on 0428 871 250.
THE Inverloch Art Show Committee recently held their Annual Art Exhibition in Inverloch, which was again a huge success. This art show is the major fundraiser for the loyal and hardworking committee who support the Bass Coast Regional Health Family Resource Centre in providing food parcels in the region. The funds enable around 140 nutritious food boxes to be distributed annually, with an ever increasing demand for supplies. The committee this year was delighted to be assisted by the Inverloch Bendigo Community Bank as major sponsors with a generous donation. This wonderful contribution facilitated the following awards: best in show and Bass Coast Shire Council acquisitive award to Ken Griffiths, plus four highly commended prizes to Johanne Miles, Janice Orchard, Bob Pelchen and Kerry Harrison. Other awards were: • Southcoast First National Real Estate Inverloch, best oil acrylic: Jenny Bond; • John Redman and Associ-
Show time: back, from left: art show committee members Sarah Spencer-Smith, Lyne Hodges, Tracey Brusamarello and Yvonne Bain. Front: committee member Fae Fell, Inverloch Bendigo Community Bank manager Jackie Lawrie, art show president Margaret Atkins and bank chairman Alan Gostelow. ates, psychologists, best watercolour: Ramon Horsfield; and • Lyn and Ian Drury, best pastel: Maggie Millar. Show judge was Bob Hickman of Koonwarra and guest speaker was Carolyn Landon, the author of Jackson’s Track. She spoke about the work of Fish Creek botanical artist Celia Rosser.
The show was also generously supported by Inverloch Foodworks and Landmark Harcourts Inverloch. Another fundraiser eagerly anticipated will be a gala concert to be held at the Wonthaggi Arts Centre, featuring a fantastic selection of musical artists including local favourite Josh Hook, to be held on June 16.
Appreciate Carol’s expressions TOORA Village Studio Gallery will be showing an exciting exhibition by artist Carol Linton.
Prom Coast Arts Council Inc. presents the
8th ANNUAL GREAT SOUTHERN PORTRAIT PRIZE 2013 Conditions: The subject of the portrait must be a Gippsland resident, based on a live sitting, completed in the past 12 months. One entry per artist.
The official opening will take place this Saturday, April 6 at 2pm at the gallery, 25 Stanley Street, Toora in the
Windmill Café and Toora Bargain Centre complex. Carol was born in Melbourne, into a family that showed artistic talent in several of its members. She began her art career at the age of 16, working for the Myer Emporium, first making lampshades, and then
hand painting them. Ten years later she was painting Guy Boyd pottery and giftware for Hollman Tinware, followed by time spent at Nicholson Tiles, Elsternwick, decorating ceramic tiles. Exhibiting her own original artwork in 1973, Carol started winning nu-
merous awards for her oils, watercolours and her papier maché sculptures. She won an acquisitive award (and simultaneously, first prize) at the prestigious Chelsea Art Society’s annual show in the 1980s. Other awards followed. Carol worked for 10 years with the Yarrawonga
A production by Christine Harris & HIT Productions Australia’s Premier Theatre Touring Company
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Fees: $10 Open section. $2 Under 16. Prizes: Open Section - First Prize $1000 Second Prize $500 and People’s Choice Award $500 Junior Section - First Prize $100 and People’s Choice Award $100 Forms and fee in by April 10
Exhibition held at Stockyard Gallery, April 18 to May 13 The Adam Murfitt Memorial Art Event The Great Southern Forum join us for lively discussion on
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PROM COAST SEACHANGE FESTIVAL ENTRY FORMS from — Download from www.promcoastarts.com.au Stockyard Gallery - Phone Anda 5687 1206 or Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road, Fish Creek, phone 5683 2481. Mon - Thurs 10am - 5pm
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Art Gallery, where she exhibited and demonstrated annually with solo shows, as well as exhibiting through many rural galleries in country Victoria. Retiring to Wonthaggi in 1993, she opened three rooms of her miner’s cottage home as a gallery. After 13 years there, she discovered Toora, and relocated to a ‘new’ gallery and home, and changed painting styles. She continues to sell her works from her shopfront home and local galleries. Her painting style continues to change and develop, and genres range from conservative landscapes and still life to stylised scenes of animals and rural scenes. Her work is well represented in the UK, Europe, USA and Japan. A founding member of the Toora Village Artist Collective Inc., where, through its gallery in Stanley Street, Carol is valued both as an artist and active member. Her quirky depictions of rural scenes delight visitors and locals alike. Carol takes commission for paintings, mosaics, animal portraits, sculptures and glass painting – wedding glasses a specialty. She also runs classes for anyone wishing to learn. Everyone is invited to the official opening and to meet Carol. For further information, ring Willem Van Cleef on 0427 816 367.
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Quality land up for auction T
HE options are endless with this 121.9 acre property located only 10 minutes from Leongatha on a bitumen road. The property has been known by the locals for many years to be able to produce some of the best vealers and bullocks. This blue gum country is gently undulating to rolling hills and is very manageable.
The infrastructure on the property comprises a three bedroom brick veneer home, kitchen/meals area, plus L-shaped lounge dinning. Outside there is a large all steel Colorbond machinery shed 20m x 10m with double sliding doors, double bay concreted shed with workshop 13m x 6m plus double aluminium concreted garage. The stockyards and cattle race are located at the old dairy. There is ample water with dams
and a permanent creek running through the property. The property is on two titles which adds additional benefits. The quality of the land and the fantastic location makes this property a real winner. To be offered as a whole: Three bedroom brick veneer home, large all steel Colorbond machinery shed 20m x 10m, all undulating country, watered by dams, bitumen road. 10 minutes to Leongatha.
NERRENA Location: 185 Garvies Road Land size: Approx. 121.9 acres grazing property (two titles) Auction: Friday, May 3 at 1.30pm on-site A/C Estate Mrs B. Maloney Terms: 10 per cent deposit, balance 60 days or earlier Agent: SEJ Real Estate Contact: 5662 4033
NYORA KORUMBURRA
LEONGATHA TOWN BOUNDARY LOCATION
KORUMBURRA
AUCTION April 13 at 11 am on site 195 Nerrena Road, Leongatha
LEONGATHA 5662 3523 16 McCartin Street
Zel Svenson 0438 636 290
OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO SECURE A LIFESTYLE AND INVESTMENT PROPERTY ON THE TOWN BOUNDARY OF LEONGATHA OFFERING: • 98 acres of quality grazing land • Current planning permit to build • Town water, connected power, gas close by • Part in structure plan for future residential 1 development WEB ID 4151177
BUSH PARADISE
HISTORICAL HOMESTEAD CIRCA 1900
• 10 acres natural bush setting • Mud brick home, 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms • Outdoor area with double spa • Separate cabin, plenty of shedding
• Half acre situated in prestige Radovick Street • 4 bdrms with BIRs, kitchen/dining, 2 lounge rooms & study • Entertaining area with spa, bar and fireplace • Garage gazebo & wood shed
PRICE: $699,000
PRICE: $480,000 WEB ID 5147168
KORUMBURRA 5658 1894 105 Commercial St
WEB ID 5147378
Don Olden 0417 805 312 ELD9240376
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Growth potential A
DD value and reap the rewards with this affordable home. Sited on a generous 1194m2 block with access into the big backyard. The home consists of four bedrooms with the master containing a walk in robe and en suite. The kitchen and family area has elevated views towards the Nerrena Valley. Underneath the home there is potential for an enclosed double garage or fifth bedroom plus rumpus room. The newly constructed carport adds a touch of class with the timber fretwork and high clearance allowing easy access to the backyard. There are multiple possibilities here for a first home buyer or investor with this neat as a pin property.
LEONGATHA Location: 5 Chamberlain Drive Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 2 Price: $319,000 Open for inspection: Sunday, April 7 at 11.00 am Agent: Stockdale & Leggo Leongatha Contact: 5662 5800
AUCTION
FRIDAY APRIL 12, 2PM ONSITE
257 SANDY POINT ROAD, SANDY POINT INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT WITH AGENTS
EXCLUSIVE LOCATION
Modern light filled dwelling with expansive northerly views over Shallow Inlet plus 2 self contained cabins,all on approx.1.4ha. Dwelling:4 bedrooms, gas appliances, RC/AC, large deck areas, very private, water views, natural setting. Cabins: Each self contained, 2 bedrooms,gas appliances,front verandahs,bush environs. Walk to the surf beach, approx. 5 mins Shallow Inlet, General Store & Café,approx.30 mins toWilsons Prom. SEJ2800033
8 STATION RD FOSTER P: 5682 2800 111 BEACH PDE SANDY POINT Real Estate P: 5684 1111 AH: Russell Jones 0428 822 801 | Andrea Adams 0429 822 801
INVERLOCH 37 The Esplanade
AUCTION Sat 13th April 2013 at 12 noon unless sold prior
ESPLANADE ELEGANCE A stunning example of beach side elegance, this architecturally designed residence enjoys uninterrupted views of Anderson Inlet. Located 100 meters to the sandy shores it is a location which offers unique features. Ground floor features 3 bedrooms, laundry and bathroom. Upstairs, modern well equipped kitchen and open plan living taking in the expansive water views. The main bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite also has its own private deck. A property of this calibre, so close to the shops will be a wonderful investment for the purchaser.
Inspection will impress. 7 a'Beckett Street, Inverloch 5674 1111 A/H: Dawn Hughes 0417 380 736 Marni Lee Redmond 0403 525 413
Open House Frenzy! I
F you’re in the market for a new home or are just starting to browse, you’d be crazy to miss Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha’s Open House Frenzy! With eight houses all open for inspection this Saturday, April 6, there is no better time to get a good look at what is currently on the market. There is a wide range of properties, in both size and price, open throughout the day, from the perfect start for first home buyers, to something with a little more prestige. For more information on the Open House Frenzy, contact Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha on 5662 0922 and see their ad in this week’s Star for all property details and times.
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Servicing South Gippsland with our 4 office network - Leongatha, Mirboo North, Korumburra and Inverloch
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19 A’Beckett Street, Leongatha He who hesitates is too late
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11 Warralong Court, Leongatha Calling all families
Neatly presented brick home in great location. Renovated kitchen& meals area, s/s appliances, dishwasher, formal lounge, R/C air con, outdoor ent. area, level yard, 9m x 6m lock up shed, solar panels, walk to shops.
The ultimate in family living, near all school facilities. Spacious open plan kitchen, dining & family area, WI pantry, views, deck, formal living area, R/C air con, 2 bdrms downstairs with bathroom & toilet, secure yard. Currently tenanted with good return.
$295,000 Sole agent
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11 Sapphire Court, Leongatha 1st home buyer gem
Overlooking the Nerrena Valley, this quality home has 3 living areas, 4 bdrms + study, R/C air con & SFH, 3 bathrooms, timber kitchen, large garage + ample storage under the house. Rear deck, dble block& side lane access.
Affordable first home in quiet court location, 2 bedrooms with BIR's, laminated kitchen, meals area, lounge, tiled bathroom, sizeable yard, new carport with high clearance.
$220,000 Sole agent
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32 Ogilvy St, Leongatha Spoil yourself 17-19 Brendan Street Meeniyan Ideal for growing a family Situated on a gently undulating 2.7 acres in an elevated position, this spacious Cedar home features much sought after outdoor & indoor living space. 2 living areas, updated kitchen, SFH & R/C, BI bar.
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$575,000 Sole Agent
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Web ID
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Outstanding lifestyle block right on the edge of Leongatha with sensational outlook. Excellent water with massive lake, town water available, power pit to the boundary, low residential zoning, priced to meet the market.
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Luxury awaits new owners of this 1.2 acre property, with superb rural views. Just 11 years old, this home has 3BRs plus study, a gas log fire, RC air con and ducted vacuum. The dream kitchen is central with huge storage space and new vinyl flooring. Both Quality built 2 & 3 bedroom units in handy location to shops. Open plan living, includes floor coverings, bathrooms have been recently updated with new mirrors, tiling built in robes, direct access from garage, separately and shower screens. The living areas face north towards the sealed driveway. Double garage, high 9m x 12m shed with 3titled. Hurry, only a few left. phase power, large tank and bore provide endless garden water. The backyard has been securely fenced. From $305,000
105-107 McCartin Street Leongatha Brand new units
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83 Parr Street, Leongatha Quality, Comfort and Space Clever design with central family room, huge kitchen, and B/I study off lounge, rumpus room outdoor entertaining area. Lock up Colorbond garage, north facing with rural views.
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2-8 Hughes Street, Leongatha Strategic Commercial/Indust Opportunity Frontage to Hughes Street of 90 metres. Close to Leongatha, ready to develop, dual road frontages proposed location of Leongatha’s new bypass. Lot 1 1704sqm $240,000, Lot 3 2186sqm $240,000, Lot 1 & 2 3337sqm $480,000, Lot 2&3 3890sqm $480,000; or $680,000 as a whole.
3/7 Douglas Court $165,000 10 Holt Street $245,000 5 Davison Street $245,000 36 Parr Street $255,000 8 Lee Parade $265,000 42 Koonwarra Road $269,000 835 Buffalo Stony Creek Road, Stony Creek $220,000
31 Baromi Rd Mirboo North Prime crown land
23 Murray Street Mirboo North A great place to start
Blue chip property in 2 crown allotments. 500m to town centre Title 1: 3244m2 Zoned Public Use 1 with dual access. Title 2: 1404m2 Zoned Residential with access from forest way Office building & extensive shedding.
Neat as a pin home. Open plan dining / lounge, RC Air, gas heater, new floor coverings, easy care gardens, carport & garden shed. A great opportunity to get on the property ladder!
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5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha
Michael Hanily Jason Harris 0417 640 079 0417 311 756
Christie Nelson 0407 812 904
5668 1300
96 Ridgway, Mirboo North
Natalie Couper 0428 941 541
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Here’s a plan for a “prime cut above”
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This exemplary near-100 acre farm between Mirboo North and Leongatha was historically run as a dairy farm, then as a vealer operation, by a multi-generational family who placed an emphasis on quality soil and pasture for greater profit, and sustainability. The current owners have also run it as a vealer operation (since 2005), and their efforts using biological farming methods has resulted in healthier soils, pastures and livestock, as well as lower input costs, whilst achieving higher prices at market (approximately 10 per cent above the average). The farm is immaculately presented, from pasture to infrastructure to the family home. Access to the 20 paddocks is easy via a central laneway system, and all paddocks have electric fencing.
MIRBOO NORTH Location: 3600 Strzelecki Highway Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 2 Price: $825,000 - $850,000 Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Allen Bartlett on 0417 274 624
The contour is very gentle and soils are approximately 40 per cent grey and 60 per cent red. There is ample water to all paddocks via troughs, fed from two spring-fed dams. The property is currently stocking 53 breeder cows with vealer calves at foot, and there is potential to increase stocking rates if required. This farm has also produced freerange eggs, and pigs! There’s ample shedding on-site including garaging, disused dairy/workshop, four bay machinery shed, calf shedding and pigsty, plus holding yards, crush and loading ramp. The residence has been renovated and opened up internally, with features including high ceilings and polished timber floors, new carpets, decorative cor-
nices and sash windows. The kitchen has been updated and a study nook/office has been incorporated into the enlarged living room, with a wood heater and split system air. Other features include a gazebo for barbecues, raised veggie beds and fruit trees. If you are looking for a productive, more sustainable country lifestyle, add 3600 Strzelecki Highway to your inspection list.
Country delight! T
HE sense of a country escape instantly hits you as you drive up the track to this cute two bedroom cottage perched on the top of three acres with 300 degree views of rolling country hills and native bush. The views along with fresh country air and the gentle sounds of rustling gums takes you to a place of complete calmness.
Nestled in the heart of the Strzelecki Rangers makes this property an ideal escape and is handily located 1.5km to the quaint township of Mirboo North and its local amenities. The cottage offers comfortable living with golden polished floor boards, solid fuel heater, neutral tones and large windows allowing the relaxing countryside roll through to every corner of the home. The property is complete with solid infrastructure and has a large garage, concrete water tank, dam,
fruit trees, three paddocks and a lovely gazebo, the perfect place along with the verandas to sit and relax while watching the sun set over the distant hills. Rarely does the opportunity come by to secure three acres on the edge of town without compromising on space, privacy and charming views. The perfect escape or permanent retreat whilst still being an hour and a half drive to Melbourne. Open for inspection: Saturday, April 6, 2013 11-11.30am.
MIRBOO NORTH
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Location: 228 Fullertons Road Bedroom: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 1 Price: $325,000 Agent: Stockdale & Leggo Mirboo North Contact: Natalie Couper on 5668 1300 or 0428 941 541
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THREE 1st CLASS QUALITY TOWNHOUSES • 2 bedroom townhouses, central lounge & dining • Fully landscaped-low maintenance gardens • Short walk to Safeway, RSL & CBD
11 ‘THE GRANGE’ McDONALD ST, LEONGATHA • Leongatha’s premier over 55’s complex • 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite • Enclosedverandah,patioblindsoverlookinggarden
26 TREASE STREET, LEONGATHA • Recently renovated 3 bedroom home • Master bedroom with en suite and WIR • Polished Timber floors, R/C SS & wood heater
7 DAVIS COURT, LEONGATHA • 3.5 acres, 5 BRs, 3 bathrooms and 2 living • 8.2m in-ground heated pool • Sep. studio/office + more
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99 BROWN STREET, LEONGATHA • 5 Units under construction • Offering quality, value and position • 5 Star energy rating, caesarstone benchtops
8 ‘THE GRANGE’ McDONALD ST, LEONGATHA • Relax and enjoy the benefits of this community complex • 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite • Double garage, fully paved backyard
5 SCARLETT CLOSE, LEONGATHA • Architectural passive solar design • 4bdrm,2living,2bathroom.Uninterruptedruralviews • Built by renowned local builder
31 KOONWARRA ROAD, LEONGATHA • Recently renovated 3 bedroom home • Polished floorboards, bathroom & ensuite • Central location to shops, school & medical centre
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5662 0922 45 Bair Street LEONGATHA
Andrew Newton 0402 940 320
Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822
Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244
Carly Roughead 0417 382 979
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Formal living areas feature soaring, timber lined ceilings, oregon dado panelling, and polished bluegum hardwood floors. The casual zone is open plan, with a box bay window and seat to the informal dining area, ample family living, and a kitchen with vast cabinetry and expansive walk-in pantry with appliance centre and fridge space. There’s three bedrooms plus a study, two bathrooms including an en suite to the main bedroom, and a laundry with built-in ironing centre. The home is cooled and heated effectively, and has a recently installed upgradeable 1.5kw solar sys-
tem reducing energy costs. Back outdoors, there’s a double garage under the roof line, a 4 bay shed with grease pit, town water connection, and easy-care gardens. The perfect permanent country abode, or ideal weekend getaway (and could be purchased fully furnished)! Open for inspection this Sunday, visit www.promcountryre.com.au to view more photos and details about this property. Inspect at advertised open times or by appointment. All enquiries to First National Real Estate Prom Country, phone 5668 1660.
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“THE STAR”, Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - PAGE 31
Debutantes presented in Korumburra DEBUTANTES danced the night away during the Korumburra Lions Club Debutante Ball on March 22. Chairman of the organising committee Lion John Little and wife Lion Norrie Little coordinated the ball and agreed it was a beautiful night, enjoyed by all.
Front row: Georgia Townley, Bec Wylie, Steph Wylie, Eileen Harrison, Russell Harrison trainers, district governor Don Cameron, Lion Pam Cameron, Korumburra Lions president Lorelle Logan, Gabrielle Felton, Jaqueline Snooks, Katelin Stabin. Second row: Crystal Pettit, Jasmine Wat-
son, Erin Sullivan, Julia Boys, Jasmine Batrouney, Madeline Lumby, Katelyn Adkins, Olivia Austin, Skye Hancock, Meg Macri. Third row: Kyle Aitken, Jacob Graue, Joseph Tutton, Luke Pepperell, Dylan Heylen, Jordon Waycott, Josh Russell, Brodie Anderson, Joshua Burgess.
Back row: Jonathan Weinbrenner, Rhys Arestia, Josh Hopkins, Oaklen Hamilton, Jacob Zwiersen, Brock Dorling, Brendan Cashin. Front: page boy Noah Furness, flower girls Fern Hurst, Tayla Gollop, Grace Villinger, Sophie Enbom and page boy Jasper Cashman.
South Gippsland Secondary College debutantes: front row: Hayleigh Ireland, Brianna Blunden, Siobhan Sullivan, Mark Tudor (Year 11 coordinator), Cheryl Glowrey (principal), Kiarna Smith and Adam Bell (dance instructors), Sarah Wagstaff, April McKay and Kaylee Comben. Second row: Marcus Brickle, Josh Migliorisi, Brad Pulham, Sally Stone-Schack, Chloe Welsh, Bethany Pratt, Hannah Flanders, Leigh Anderson-Luxford, Jarvis Morgan and Frazer Griggs. Third row: Chloe Bindloss, Gemma Baldwin, Amika Jenkins and Emma Miller. Back row: Jack Flanders, Rob Campisi, Matthew Harris, Scott Allott, Ryan McGannon, Jake Buckland, Mitchell Jones and Wade Wulms. Photo by Morgan Fisher Photography, 0409 647 554.
Family, friends inspire debutantes THE recent South Gippsland Secondary College 2013 debutante ball was the culmination of six months toil. Year 11 leaders Kaylee Comben, Hannah Flanders, Bethany Pratt and Wade Wulms joined
with Year 11 coordinator Mark Tudor to start planning last year. With their invaluable help, the décor was chosen, the buffet arranged, the entertainment selected, the suits and dresses meticulously tried
on and tested, the dances practiced and perfected, and the hall transformed into a grand ball room. On deb night, the crowd heard about the interests and ambitions of the young people. “I discovered a common thread that ran
through their descriptions. It was their family and friends,” Mr Tudor said. “The people who have shaped who they are and who they aspire to become. They are their inspiration, their comfort and their strength.”
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Leaders in the making THE dairy industry needs about 40 new leaders each year to step into service and advocacy roles at local, regional and national levels. The Gardiner Foundation’s Kate Randall said that during the official launch of the 2013 Gippsland Community Leadership Program (GCLP) at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club. “Our dairy industry also relies on the many small rural communities that provide its workforce and essential service,” she said.
That’s why the foundation has partnered with the program and provided leadership scholarships. Paul Carter from Murray Goulburn and Leigh Gourley from Burra Foods are this year’s recipients. Paul said he couldn’t wait for the program to begin, adding the launch provided a great opportunity to meet other participants and network with such a diverse cross section of Gippslanders. They were at the launch together with other South Gippsland participants including Glenn Kleeven from the National Aus-
tralia Bank in Leongatha, Daniel Poynton who works at Gippsport and lives in Inverloch, Gerard Delaney of Sandy Point who works with Parks Victoria, Tanya
Nola of Dumbalk who works at Quantum Support Services and Rebecca Wilson of Inverloch who is employed at YMCA Bass Coast.
Committee for Gippsland executive director Mary Aldred said the depth of community engagement and diversity of backgrounds
was a stand out among this year’s leadership group. “What is really outstanding among this year’s participants is the
strength of their community contribution and engagement, but also the fantastic array of diverse backgrounds we have coming through.”
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Leaders: celebrating the launch of the 2013 Gippsland Community Leadership Program are Kate Randall, Paul Carter, Mary Aldred, program advisory committee deputy chairman Barry Rogers and Leigh Gourley.
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Dairy leads way THERE were only 160 cattle penned in the lead up to the Easter holiday and they were predominantly dairy cows. An almost full contingent of buyers attended a firm market. All represented categories of cows sold to prices comparable to last week’s sale. Plain condition one score and light weight
dairy cows sold from 75c to 112c/kg. Good condition two and three score heavy weight dairy cows made between 114c and 126c/kg. A handful of heavy weight beef cows sold between 124c and 132c/kg. The next sale draw April 3: 1. Alex Scott, 2. Elders, 3. SEJ, 4. Landmark, 5. David Phelan, 6. Rodwells.
Wednesday, March 27 BULLOCKS 1 D. & S. Leaver, Wonthaggi
625kg 180.0 $1125.00
1 A. Morse, Budgeree 1 R. Stephen, Mirboo 1 N. Odgers, Korumburra STEERS 1 R. Stephen, Mirboo 2 C. Dettmer, Stony Creek COWS 1 D. Perczyk, Leongatha 1 Redmond Dairies, Inverloch 1 D.A. & J.M. Harris, Lang Lang 2 C. Delbridge, Doomburrim 1 N.W. & J.L. Cope, Tarwin 1 J. Park, Wonthaggi HEIFERS 1 N. Odgers, Korumburra 1 D. Perczyk, Leongatha BULLS 1 G.T. & B.L. Dykes, Budgeree 1 B. McRae, Lance Creek
650kg 173.2 $1126.00 650kg 166.6 $1082.90 830kg 147.6 $1225.08 510kg 132.0 357kg 83.6
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720kg 142.6 $1026.72 545kg 138.0 $752.10 860kg 122.6 $1054.36 700kg 114.6 $802.20
Pasture key to profits OFF-PEAK milk production doesn’t necessarily mean intensive feeding, says a new study from Dairy Australia. An analysis of Victorian dairy industry trends from 2006 to 2012 shows there has been a clear shift towards off-peak milk production over the past six years. Many Victorian farms have increased off-peak production through adopting an intensive feeding system, yet a significant number have increased off-peak production by main-
taining higher than 50 per cent grazed pasture. Dairy Australia’s farm business management program manager Gavin McClay said the analysis explored the relationships between operating costs and operating margin and the level of off-peak milk produced. “There was no significant correlation between operating cost and off-peak milk production, nor was there correlation between operating margin and off-peak milk production,” he said. “The key driver for profit across
farms with ranging milk supply patterns was the percentage of directly grazed pasture.” The report highlighted that farm operating cost falls and operating margins increase as the proportion of grazed pasture increases, Mr McClay said. “Farms with more than 55 per cent directly grazed pasture were more profitable and resilient through the last six years, farms with high feed inputs, lower levels of direct grazed pasture and flat milk supply patterns have the greatest amount of risk,” he said.
“THE STAR”, Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - PAGE 33
Counsellors can help SOUTH and West Gippsland Dairy Women gathered at the Austral Hotel in Korumburra to discuss key issues last week.
Be aware of disease LIVESTOCK managers in Gippsland are being urged to monitor their cattle for signs of the disease Theileriosis following a recent rise in cases.
Theileriosis is a parasite of red blood cells transmitted in the saliva of ticks, most likely the bush tick in Victoria. Both beef and dairy cattle can be affected, and show symptoms of fever, anaemia and weakness. Cows close to calving frequently abort, or have
calves that die soon afterwards due to lack of oxygen. DPI district veterinary officer Dianne Phillips said outbreaks had been seen in Gippsland over the last two years. “Theileriosis deaths used to be very uncommon, even in areas like East Gippsland where the disease was considered to be endemic,” Dr Phillips said. “However, recent years of high rainfall (and wet summers) and changes in the Theileria strains are changing the pattern of disease.”
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To date dairy farmers have not only experienced the wettest winter in many years, but are now facing dry seasonal conditions. This is set against low international dairy prices, higher feed costs and a very high Australian dollar. These challenges have resulted in many dairy farming businesses experiencing financial and personal pressures. Guest speakers from Rural Financial Counselling Service Gippsland, Centrelink and Mental Health Promotions informed 16 participants of the assistance available. Rural financial counselling is available for free, funded through the Department of Primary Industries and Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Rural counsellors are available to assist farmers to analyse cash flow, business plans, budgets and succession planning. Assistance will be given to farmers to better equip themselves in these difficult circumstances and link you to other government agencies. Centrelink has financial information service officers to assist farmers with eligible government assistance. Time and patience is required to source the appropriate government assistance. Contact can be made through your rural agents based in Leongatha, Foster, Yarram and Cowes. Customer service centres are located at Wonthaggi, Warragul, and Morwell. To save time, you can refer to recorded information about your payments and services on 132 468. It is not surprising farmers are feeling down and out, given the circumstances they are experiencing. The financial pressures felt by farmers can certainly have an impact on their mental health. Therefore, it’s important to seek help early, as prolonged stress can lead to depression. Calling your local GP and asking to speak to your practice nurse will link you to the appointment needed. Early intervention is the key to minimise stress. The key to facing these challenges is to know where to find help. Your field officer is a great place to start, together with your local GP and existing networks of friends and family. These tough times seem to get tougher in the dairy industry, but there is always hope when you share the load with those professionals who are there to help. The first step is to acknowledge you are not coping, and make the call to key service providers.
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Holiday treats for pets THE Easter holidays are here and it is important to remember your pets and ensure they are properly cared for if you intend to go away. If you are going away and leaving your pets at home or with a family member or friend there are a number of things worth considering. Just arranging for someone to come over daily to feed and water your pets is unlikely to keep them happy, as they will miss the human interaction and become bored. The likely results are damage to your property or possessions such as digging holes in the yard, chewing on items such as shoes, damage to fencing and gates which can result in your pets escaping the safety of your property. It may also result in undesirable behaviour such as nuisance barking, straying onto neighbouring properties, fighting with other animals and possible injury to your pet. Some tips to remember when making arrangements for cats. Ensure that the person looking
after your cat provides them with food and clean water and cleans the litter trays daily. They should also allocate time for interaction with your cat, patting, nursing, grooming, play; and ensure that the cat has some toys to play with. Make sure the person looking after your cat has some knowledge of the routine that you follow and the particular likes and dislikes of your pet such as morning walk in the yard, sleep in house all day, evening meal, kept in at night. If the carer is not an adjoining neighbour, it is important to leave your contact details and the carer’s contact details with a neighbour in case something goes wrong and the Council or someone else needs to contact you. For dogs ensure that the person looking after your dog provides them with food and clean water and removes droppings from the yard daily. They should allocate some time for interaction with your dog by playing a favourite game, taking your dog for a walk, patting, grooming and ensure that the dog
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A perfect place for pets SOUTH Gippsland Boarding Kennels and Cattery is a home away from home for cats and dogs whose owners are on holidays. Owners Kevin and Deborah Scott look forward to welcoming back their regular customers and meeting some new friends. Established for 16 years the Scott's have built up a fine reputation and have created a niche market for long term accommodation for animals nationwide. It is with some pride the Scott's now cater for second generation families and continue the same professional care they have become known fondly. Located just five minutes from Inverloch and 90 minutes from Melbourne, on the Bass Highway between Inverloch and Leongatha, the business provides a secure environment in a safe and peaceful rural garden atmosphere. The Scott's are hands-on carers and relate to your pet as a member of the family. “The kennels have a lovely warm sleeping area with trampoline beds and doonas. These open out onto a large individual yard, with secure bush gardens surrounding the complex,” Ms Scott said. Cats are well catered for and enjoy a wonderful range of facilities. “The cats have cosy sleeping quarters and clean linen and there is also a carpet area for relaxing,” Ms Scott said. “The playroom, set up within the cattery building encourages cats to
Crafty creations Tropical destination: David Ireland and Cleo Perczyk honeymooned in the Cook Islands.
Getting crafty: Lakshita Bhati got crafty at Coal Creek while visiting the park with her family on Saturday. Craft and games for kids was part of the weekend of fun and activities at Coal Creek including a huge Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday.
Reception at Tullaree Pet friends: Kevin Scott takes one of their long-time older boarders on a gentle stroll in the surrounding gardens.
move around freely during exercise time.” The kennels and cattery is a small establishment designed so that each pet can be respected as an individual. Special diets are provided for and your pet's weight is closely monitored. It is important to remember your animals must be four months old and have had the full vaccinations required and bookings are taken in advance, to ensure a space for your pet, phone Deborah or Kevin on 56742246.
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Kerryn Occhipinti and her bridesmaids were friends Naomi Rock, Anna Mackin and Sarah Brown who wore floor length pale pink chiffon dresses. David was supported by best man Jack Scott and groomsmen, Cleo’s brother Trent Perczyk, Matt Manks and James Haasjes. The couple spent their honeymoon in Rarotonga and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. David and Cleo are now enjoying married life in Inverloch. Photo by Gail Hardy from Images by Gail.
Voters act on issues
WONTHAGGI voters have decided to find out which issues matter most to people in the local area by hosting grass roots political GetTogethers recently. The GetTogethers, which have the backing of advocacy group GetUp, were designed to encourage locals to discuss the issues they think are important in the
DARRYL Hunt has dazzled with his musical flair and Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks is a dedicated, all round bandman.
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David, a fourth year apprentice plumber, is the son of Graeme and Kristine Ireland of Bena. Cleo, a nurse at Bass Coast Regional Health, is the daughter of John and Jacqueline Taylor of Leongatha, and
Jerry Perczyk of Sale. The reception was held at Tullaree Homestead, the Middle Tarwin home of family friends Tim and Janet McRae. David, Cleo and guests dined in a marquee on the front lawn, enjoying the exquisite garden and water fountain framing the elegant setting of the homestead. Cleo wore a three layered silk and chiffon beaded lace gown made by Melbourne dressmaker Anita Moore of Smith and Rose. Matron of honour was Cleo’s sister
lead up to the federal election later this year. The three major areas of discussion centred around: • environmental sustainability regarding the local and national rush to embrace coal seam gas (CSG) exploration and new coal projects; • economic fairness with regard to food sovereignty and support of local food producers and local business; and • social justice issues concerning the
treatment of asylum seekers. Maggie Camilleri said the GetTogethers served as a reminder there was a lot at stake at the next election. “For too long now many of us have been politically disengaged; too accepting of governance that does not represent our views, our desire for a harmonious, fair and just Australia. A governance that is at best mediocre,” she said.
Music duo honoured
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DAVID Ireland and Cleo Perczyk were married on a warm spring day at the Leongatha Seventh Day Adventist Church at the end of November.
The pair received the two annual awards of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band at the group’s annual meeting last Wednesday. Darryl is well known as the band’s longstanding president and with wife Judy, was made a life member of the band at last year’s 120th anniversary concert. He added the George Rayson Memorial Trophy for Most Improved Player to his list of gongs. Musical director Greg Wright said Darryl practiced hard and performed well under pressure over the past 12 months. The award recognises the late George Rayson, bandmaster from 1939 to the ’70s. Nigel, a flugelhorn player, also serves as band vice president. He received the Stan Elliott Memorial Trophy for Band Person of the Year in recognition
of his contribution to leading celebrations for the Leongatha Court House centenary and helping with the band’s 120th anniversary, plus other roles. “I have loved every minute of the last year,” Nigel said. His trophy acknowledges the late Stan Elliott, who joined the band in 1968. Over the past year, the band has been focused on the 120th anniversary concert, a successful event at Leongatha
Memorial Hall in August, as well as the centenary of the Leongatha Court House, the band’s home, in October. Musicians entertained at the Great Victorian Bike Ride at Mirboo North in November, Music for the People at Mossvale Park, and mourned the loss of former president and life member, Ted Hattam. Greg wrapped up the events of a busy 2012 by saying: “As far as I’m concerned, we have done
nothing but ourselves proud over the last 12 months.” The 2013 band committee is: president Darryl Hunt, vice president Nigel HutchinsonBrooks, secretary Penny Hunt, assistant secretary Andrew Hunt, treasurer Brad Lester, musical director and librarian Greg Wright, deputy musical director Bruce Jarrett, drum major Peter Mayo, and committee members: Jan and Doug Appleton, Ralph Christensen and Neville Drummond.
Community minded duo: South Gippsland Brass Band award winners Darryl Hunt (second from left) and Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks (right) are congratulated by Leongatha RSL president Dr David Edwards and Eileen Elliott. The RSL is a staunch band supporter and Mrs Elliott is the wife of the late Stan Elliott, a valued band member.
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Tuesday 23rd April, 2013 at Chisholm TAFE, White Road, Wonthaggi 11am - 1pm Enquiries and Nomination Forms from the SGBCLLEN: 5662 5500 RSVP: ESSENTIAL - Absolutely no later than Monday 15th April, 2013 at 3pm Contact the above number for vacancies for positions on the Board of Management. Please note that only LLEN members can nominate.
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Destination Gippsland is seeking a motivated and skilled Marketing Manager to join its small team in Korumburra, South Gippsland. You will be responsible for a range of exciting marketing activities that promote Gippsland to domestic and international markets. For more information please email Helen Rose at helen@destinationgippsland.com.au or go to our website www.destinationgippsland.com.au for a position description. Applications including a resumé should be forwarded by email by the close of business April 9, 2013.
public notices HAIRDRESSING SALON 150 Bald Hills Road, Tarwin Lower. Ph: 5663-5439. www. theorganicbeautysalon. com
CLOSING DOWN SALE A major art show of wildlife & landscapes by
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“Country Memories”
On now until April 27
LEONGATHA NEW & USED HOUSING MATERIAL 3 McPherson Street
Doors closing Friday 12th April ALL STOCK TO GO
CHIROPRACTOR Garry Harrison 19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
Including Easter and all public holidays Open daily: 10am to 5pm
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0409 641 300. DOG KENNEL. Medium/large. Good cond. Fully insulated with lift up roof. $50. Ph. 0458 942 517. VACUUM CLEANER. Excellent working order, strong power head, with all attachments. $50. Ph. 0458 942 517. SINGLE BED. Solid pine, good cond. $15. Ph. 0409 585 080. HIGH CHAIR. Plastic, converts to play table/chair. $30. Ph. 0488 069 004. TREADMILL. Walking or running speed. Digital display. Currently in storage. $50. Ph. 5664 4231. FIRE HOSE. No fittings. Suit washdown or transfer hose. 38mm x 26m long x 2 $20 each. One x 12m long. $10. Ph. 0447 686 286. DESK. Large. Approx 1400x900 table top. No drawers. Electric height adjustable. Wattlebank. $50. Ph. 0428 311 321. TV CABINET. Corner. Pine. $50. Wattlebank. Ph. 0428 311 321. CHAINSAW SHARPENER. 12v 24000rpm. $25. Ph. 5658 1443. MOBILE. Nokia C2-01. Unlocked. Hardly used. Free case. $50. Ph. 8679 0386. LARGE AGAPANTHUS. Well established. 25m. $30 the lot. Ph. 0437 510 108. WHIPPER SNIPPER. Talon 400 watt electric. Adjustable shaft length. 6500rpm. $10. Ph. 0409 145 363 ROCKING CHAIR. Covered with tapestry. $50. Ph. 5474 2035. TV CABINET. Suit up to 80cm TV. Teak finish, glass doors. EC. $20. Ph. 0428 147 614. FARM GATES. Some heavy duty. $50. Ph. 5668 7246. AIR COOLER/HEATER. Hir-Tek. Mobile. EC. $45. Ph. 5662 5723. VINTAGE CHAIRS. Two, 1 brown leather, 1 beige/floral fabric. Wooden frames, sturdy. Suit sitting room or bedroom. $20 ea. Ph. 0408 101 172. PORTACOT. Secondhand. GC. Blue. Carry bag for easy storage. Base mattress and soft mesh walls for easy viewing. From a smoke-free house. $10. Ph. 0408 101 172. OREGON BEAMS. 5.4metre x 290 x 45. $50 ea. Ph. 0407 344 781. LAUNDRY TROUGH CABINET. White, 70litre. EC. $50. Ph. 0407 433 781. FOOTBALL BOOTS. Puma Esito Finale. Gold crown white/black/gold. Junior size 5. Excellent condition. $25. Ph 5674 3535. HOT WHEELS TRACK. Dual loop track. Complete. No box. Excellent condition $10. Ph. 5674 3535. Wii GAMES. x5. Older boys. Transformers 1 & 2, Boot camp. As new. $50 the lot. Ph. 0418 567 973. BOOKSHELF WITH TOYBOX. Pine wood. in great condition. $50. Ph. 0418 567 973. EXTENSION LADDER. Kennett. Wooden. 14 Foot. Inverloch pick up. $25. Ph. 5674 2297. DINOSAUR TOYS. 6. Large. Plastic. Very sturdy. One has two heads. $8 each. Ph. 5662 2570. TAP SHOES. Bloch. Black. New. Size 8.5. $33. Ph. 0417 505 731.
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In lieu of flowers, donations would be gratefully accepted towards the Tauri Litchfield Memorial Fund. This fund has been set up in honour of Tauri who had so much passion for being in the water. With donations, we can make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people to discover the rewards of passions through water sports.
public notices CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG “NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L
HOME MAINTENANCE Call John for • plastering • painting • tiling • decks • pergolas FREE QUOTES Phone 0438 082 279
BOAT LICENCE COURSE Vic. Marine Licence with Jetski endorsement
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Donations can be made in person at any Westpac Branch or online. Account Name: The Tauri Litchfield Memorial Fund BSB Number: 033059 Account Number: 569841
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Experienced Office Manager / Book Keeper
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Administration Officer Part Time x 2 Murray Goulburn Trading is a wholly owned subsidiary of Murray Goulburn Co-operative operating 21 retail stores throughout Victoria servicing Australian farmers with their farming requirements; offering farm services including agronomic advice, feed and fodder solutions, animal nutrition, fertiliser, bulk fuel and milking machine services. Two Part-time opportunities have become available for motivated, enthusiastic and professional individuals with excellent knowledge of computer and communications skills, practical organisation along with the ability to relate to people at all levels to join our Korumburra team in the role of Administration Officer. You will work collaboratively with the Store Manager and in conjunction with the wider MG TRADING team as your responsibilities will include customer service, supplier ordering, inventory management, support to field based staff along with administration duties. Ideally you will have experience in Administration duties in a high service retail business, agricultural merchandise or fertiliser sales. This role requires a current motor vehicle licence. A competitive remuneration will be offered to the successful candidate who can demonstrate the above criteria. This is a diverse and challenging opportunity to join an evolving business with vast amounts of ongoing growth and development potential. To apply send your resumé and a cover letter to barry.shepheard@mgc.com.au Applications close: 10 April 2013
We are a growing Australian based company, which produces a range of premium dairy products for the domestic and international market. Burra Foods is currently looking for an experienced Electrician to join our Maintenance Team. The Electrician is responsible for undertaking of repairs and routine maintenances of all electrical plant and equipment as required and ensure all work is carried out according to Burra procedures. Knowledge of dairy manufacturing processes is preferred but not essential. Pre-requisites for this role include: • Electrical Trade Qualification • Ability to work shift work • Ability to work unsupervised • Computing skills If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a friendly medium-sized business in Korumburra then apply via email: Burra Foods Pty Ltd PO Box 379, Korumburra 3950 or to jobs@burrafoods.com.au Applications close: Friday 12th April 2013
Production Planner Burra Foods is a growing Australian company, which produces a range of premium dairy ingredients for both the domestic and international market. As part of our Commercial team, the primary role of the Production Planner is to develop a detailed production schedule that meets the sales plan and the needs of the customer while optimising factory resources. Experience in driving change through ERP system development in a manufacturing environment will be highly regarded. To be successful in this position you would be able to demonstrate: • An effective decision making ability • Proven high level of attention to detail • Proficient in Microsoft with ERP system experience • Excellent communication skills If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a friendly medium-sized business in Korumburra then apply via email: Burra Foods Pty Ltd PO Box 379, Korumburra 3950 or to jobs@burrafoods.com.au Applications close: Friday 12th April 2013
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Production Manager - Coburg The Bega Cheese and Tatura Milk alliance is a major force in the manufacture of a range of innovative, high quality dairy ingredients and consumer products servicing export and domestic markets. Turnover is approaching $1 billion and employee numbers across five sites exceed 1,300; milk supplied by our dairy farmers stretches from the NSW Illawarra district to Victoria’s Western and Northern districts, and with state-of-the-art manufacturing and production facilities located in both states, our wholly Australian-owned organisation, already with over 100 years of success, is poised for continued growth. This role will lead the Production operations in the Coburg plant. It will ensure that the production process runs safely, efficiently and delivers on the company business plan. Key successes for this role are: • Promoting a Zero Harm safety culture • Striving to be an environmentally sustainable business • Providing quality products to our customers in full and on time • Continuously improving production metrics • Attracting, developing and engaging a capable workforce Successful applicants will possess the following skills and qualifications: • Proven leadership skills • A passion for Health, Safety and environment • A diploma or degree in dairy or food science • At least 3 years experience leading production operations within a dairy or food related industry • Excellent communication skills • Previous experience in cheese production To view the position description and to apply online for this role please access the “People & Careers” page on the Tatura Milk website –
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Do you have a background in Housing, Health Care or Social Work? Do you want to work with a Recovery Oriented Focus? SNAP Gippsland has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified person to step into the role of support and coordination worker for an innovative new program, delivering recovery oriented services to people with a mental illness who are homeless or living in tenuous housing situations. This program will be delivered by SNAP Gippsland within a partnership model and builds on the expertise and collaborative practice within the service system in the catchment. You will be highly motivated and have tertiary qualifications and experience in housing, mental health, health care and/ or social work. The role will include undertaking client needs assessments, assertive outreach support and coordinated care planning. We offer a competitive salary, a supportive and friendly team environment with excellent salary packaging benefits. In addition to the qualifications you bring, training and certification will be provided in the Optimal Health Program and Collaborative Recovery Model, our chosen models of care. You will receive support and clinical supervision in the role. This is a full-time (38 hours per week) fixed term contract position until 30 June 2016 and will be based at our Leongatha office. SNAP Gippsland Inc is a Community Managed Mental Health Service and leader in the delivery of psychosocial and recovery oriented mental health services. We provide quality, evidence based innovative services that assist adults with mental health problems in their recovery. For more information and to obtain a position description, please phone Cathy Carr (General Manager) or Chris McNamara (CEO) on (03) 5153 1823. Applications, which must address key selection criteria, close on Friday 5 April, 2013.
Required approximately 1 day per week to work in a rural business in the Leongatha area. Knowledge of MYOB, Outlook, Word and Excel are essential. Duties include payroll processing and management, debtors, creditors and bank reconciliations, BAS statements, data collection, business procedures and general office administration. Accountancy experience would be desirable but not essential. Hours of work are negotiable. Honesty, punctuality, reliable transport and references are essential.
accommodation
PROFESSIONAL person seeks midweek self contained accommodation in Leongatha or Korumburra. Ph: 0431-380089.
KORUMBURRA PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNCIL
Application and correspondence can be sent to coburghr@begacheese.com.au Applicants will be required to undertake a rigorous selection process which may include interview, aptitude testing and a full medical & occupational health assessment including drug screening. Applications will close Sunday April 14th 2013
We are seeking an
AFTER SCHOOL HOURS CARE PROGRAM CO-ORDINATOR You will be accountable for co-ordinating the provision of quality, accessible childcare and recreational activities for primary aged children. The successful applicant must have a minimum of Certificate 3 in Children’s Services or be working towards/willing to work towards a Diploma of Children’s Services. You must also have a current driver’s licence, Level 2 First Aid Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training or willingness to undertake training. Applicants for this position must be available between 3pm - 6pm on weekdays and be available for potential further hours to be negotiated for special events. Pay rates on application, commencing employment early Term 2. Successful applicants will require a Police and Working with Children Check. Please contact the school by phone or by email for a position description and selection criteria prior to application. Applications must address the selection criteria and close on Wednesday 17th April 2013. David Gray Acting Principal Private Bag 1 Korumburra Primary School KORUMBURRA VIC 3950 Email: korumburra.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
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FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. FIREWOOD Local gum, split, free delivery within Leongatha. Get your firewood before winter. $80 per metre. Ph: 5662-4112 or 0418-939112. FIREWOOD local hardwood mixture, split, dry, pick up or delivered. Bulk loads available, $85 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses, new season, $9 each. Mardan, can deliver 50 or more, conditions apply. 56641320. MITSUBISHI 4 ton truck, exc interior and wooden floor, 57,000 gen kms. Asking $7,000 + GST. SEJ T. Johnston 0418-561290.
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SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.
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livestock
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used vehicles
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garage sales BERRYS CREEK 4255 Strzelecki Highway, Saturday April 6, 9am.
Townies win Charlie Brown Day
THE Annual Charlie Brown Day was again held on Easter Saturday in Waratah Bay, the sixth running of the event.
GARAGE SALE Saturday April 6, 65 McCartin Street, Leongatha, 8am - 1pm, inc. bric-a-brac, collectables. GARAGE SALE Saturday April 6, 9am to 1pm at Korumburra Baptist Church, Mine Road, Korumburra.
wanted to buy CASH PAID farm four wheelers, ag bikes, trucks, 4WDs and ride-on mowers. Any condition. Phone Matt 0401-194601.
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Ribbons galore: celebrating their success on the track were, from left, Talei Falkingham, Sarah Moncrieff, Sienna Falkingham and Ella Snell, all of Mirboo North.
In near perfect weather conditions local residents, visitors to the town and regular visitors to the caravan park all participated. Many noted it was the best crowd yet. This year the Waratites took home the Charlie Brown Shield for the second time. In a tight competition all day it came down the men’s tug of war to decide the winner. The final score was Waratites 271 to the Waratah Caravan Park 266. There were a number of events held throughout the day starting with the sandcastle competition on the beach, followed by the Easter Egg Scramble before the crowd moved to the village park for an afternoon of fun including egg and spoon races, sack races, sprints, hoolahoop races and the relay. Community was alive and well as children and adults mixed in a spirit of good, old fashioned fun-everyone being the winner. Well done to Joan Newman, Ken Vagg, Lindsay Williams and all who volunteered their time.
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CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191
in memoriam BOWTELL - Barbara. 2.4.2004 Another year passes. Every day in our thoughts and ever thankful that you were such an important influence on our lives. Always a lady, always an inspiration. Our magnificent mother. Love Pat, Keith, Mark, Brett, Wayne, Lisa, Ruby. FRASSENEI Maria Caterina. 5th April 1996 To our dear mum and nonna, A tender thought that brings you near, A silent wish that you were here. Always with us in heart and soul. Tiz, John and Josh; Carla, Jarrod and Mikaela.
funerals POTHOF - James. Memorial will be held Monday April 8, 2pm at Function Rooms, Korumburra Showgrounds, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra. A celebration of James’s life.
deaths
Lining up: Jessie Farrell gets ready to tackle the hoola hoop race.
deaths LEWIS - John. A great mate for over 50 years. Will be greatly missed. Sincere condolences to all the family. Happy trails old buddy. - Roy Boy.
Commentator: Waratah Bay’s Lindsay Williams did a great job as commentator of all the events.
POTTER - Tom. Fondly remembered by his Leongatha U3A friends. RATCLIFFE - John Sidney. 20.12.1943 - 23.3.2013 Passed away peacefully at Gold Coast, after a short illness. Late of Leongatha and former employee of The Great Southern Star. Loving son of Ted (dec) and Violet (dec). Loved brother of Shirley (dec), Kevin, Bob and Graeme. Brother-in-law of Mick (dec), Mary and Anna. Rest in peace.
Having a ball: enjoying every moment of the Charlie Brown Day on Easter Saturday were, from left, Ethan Falkingham, Ruby Woodall and Alyssa Snell, all of Mirboo North.
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Go girls: Isabelle Williams tries to get the Waratah ‘Townies’ across the line but it was the caravan park ladies’ team who prevailed.
Celebrating success: Waratah Bay resident Lauren Pentony celebrates the win by the Waratites (‘townies’) over the caravan park.
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Leongatha bowls WEDNESDAY March 27 saw the monthly triples in action, with again a good attendance of bowlers from the South Gippsland area. The winners on the day were the Korumburra team of Andy Robertson (s), Kevin Watson and Keith March with three wins, a draw and plus 25. The runners-up were the Mirboo North team of P. Stimson, Tom Whitelaw and Ray Czempinski. The best last game went to the Loch team of Allen Center (s), Ian Sievers and Leongatha’s Ewan Coulter with plus nine. Sponsors for the day were Coldon Homes and the club is very thankful to them for their valued support. Friday March 29, Good Friday was scheduled for a social afternoon of bowls but I have received no results except that the Easter raffle was won by Graham Washfold, so well done Graham. Saturday saw a very small field take to the greens for the social bowls afternoon. The winners were John Bowman and John Richards with three wins plus 20. The runners-up were Trish McCormack and Les Wilson with two wins plus three. A reminder to Leongatha members that the annual general meeting is scheduled for April 18 with a 7.30pm start. Saturday April 13 will see the club’s open fours in action. I understand there is still room for further entries, so if you wish to play or enter a four team then please contact the match committee chairman Jeff Pendergast 5662 0974. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.
Buffalo indoor bowls ON Wednesday March 27 there was a smaller outing at Buffalo this week after Mardan’s night on Tuesday, 10 players including our visitors from last week returning for another go, enabled selectors to choose four teams for competition. Toni and Dudley combined well to defeat Ian and Kevin 11-3, while the gents Rod, Bill and Pete were winners over the ladies, Carolyn, Michelle and Ruth 17-7. The next game saw the victors play on mat three and the boys continued on their winning way in a close encounter 7-6. With the advantage of playing on the same mat, Ian and Kevin just edged out the girls when Ian pinched the kitty with the last bowl 6-4. The third game of the night saw the boys win again 8-3 over the two lads, and the
ladies couldn’t take a trick and went down to Toni and Dudley by 10 shots. Results (all different): 1st with three wins Rod McConchie (s), Bill Wolswinkel and Peter Heldens (WWW) 14 ends; 2nd with two wins Toni Heldens (s) and Dudley Harrison (WLW) 15 ends; 3rd Ian Benson (s) and Kevin Robinson (LWL) 10 ends, and then Carolyn Benson (s), Michelle Douglas and Ruth Harrison (LLL) six ends. Rod presented Carolyn with a bunch of dahlias and we all sang ‘happy birthday’. Names were taken for Fish Creek’s open night and it was decided there will be no bowling at Buffalo on Wednesday April 10 due to open night on Friday April 12. Bowling at Buffalo next Wednesday April 3 as usual, 7.30pm start. Grandkids on school holidays welcome.
Fish Creek bowls PEG O’NEILL’s farewell party last Thursday was very successful and Peg enjoyed every minute of it. There were approximately 50 guests but Peg was particularly thrilled to catch up with her special mate May Young and Esther Vuillermin who had come down from Melbourne. Peg left for Warrnambool on Easter Saturday and will be moving into a unit next door to her sister on Tuesday. Peg has lived in this district for 30 years but Warrnambool is her home town and understandably her family wants her home where, if necessary, they can look after her.
A reminder to our ladies that we will be having social bowls on a Tuesday morning starting on April 16 at 10.30am with coaching at 10am. Members, potential new members and those ladies just wishing to try bowls out are all welcome and we can supply bowls if necessary. Our Presentation Night will be on Friday, April 26 and will take the form of our usual casserole night, with the addition of sweets if possible. This replaces our usual casserole night which would have been May 3.
Korumburra parlor bowls KORUMBURRA parlor bowlers arrived at Outtrim on Monday, March 25 anticipating competitive games of social bias bowls. Despite four evenly balanced teams, the results varied greatly. Joyce Occhipinti, George Bentley, Sally Gammaldi and Michael Matthews bowled steadily all evening to outpoint their three opponents 12-4, 11-6 and 10-4. Joe Occchipinti, Lee Armstrong, Laurie Wyhoon and Margo Maher enjoyed two wins but were outclassed by Joyce’s team in the third game. Early points to Joyce meant that, despite clawing their way back into the game, Joe’s team never looked to overcome the deficit. Charlie Tumino, Connie Occhipinti, Shirley Wyhoon and Jan Dowling also managed two wins but the fourth team Arc Gammaldi, Mary Tumino and Joanna Lomagno were soundly beaten in all three games. Congratulations must be given to Shirley, Laurie, Jan and Margo who have been improving each week. There are no games of parlor bowls this week due to Easter but the competition will continue in full rivalry on Thursday, April 4.
Dumbalk indoor bowls Jack Hutchinson: With this jump, Jack Hutchinson broke the U12 boys high jump record.
Record breaking carnival PERHAPS it was the perfect weather that propelled Newhaven College’s Junior School students faster, higher and further than ever before as 12 new event records were set at their recent House athletics carnival. Students from Years 2 to 6 competed in the full range of track and field events while Prep and Year 1 students participated in a half-day program of sprinting, hurdles, sack races, discus and rainbow-tail shot put. The younger students were thrilled to receive ribbons in every event as well as a ‘Good Sport’ ribbon for trying their best for their house. Of course there must be a winner, and when the points were tallied at the end of the day, Sambell House was victorious, followed by Bass, Clarke and McHaffie.
Big throw: Year 2 student Zoe O’Garey put some McHaffie House power behind her shot put attempt.
THERE were 15 players present on Monday March 18. Three teams of three and three teams of two contested two games of 10 ends. The combination of Frank Piele and Kevin Robertson with a score of plus 25, narrowly winning the encounter from Dudley Harrison, Paul Holmes and Kaz Hughes with a score of plus 24.
Monday March 25 There were 15 players in attendance and four teams were formed, three of four players and one of three players. Two games of 10 ends were contested. The combination of Kevin Robertson, Kay Cook, Paul Holmes and Robert Burden (s) won both games, the first by two ends and the second by eight ends.
Thanks for that: Peg O’Neill (centre) with president Meree (right) and secretary Peg (left) with Peg receiving her gift from the club of a beautiful painting by Bianca Stefani.
Mardan indoor bowls TUESDAY night was Mardan’s opening night for 2013 and we welcomed 54 bowlers at the Dumbalk Hall for a night of light-hearted competition. There were seven mats and we were able to get away with only two teams of three which made the competition (on paper) fairly balanced. However as you all know when it comes down to the nitty gritty a lot can change. On the whole the play was pretty even for most teams, but of course there is always the exception and at the end of the night two skips were contesting as to who was going to
• SOUTH GIPPSLAND YACHT CLUB
Easter action for sailors THE Easter weekend saw the Debenham Australia Easter Series of Yacht racing on Anderson Inlet with six races held from Saturday through to Monday. Conditions were mostly blustery with north west winds making for testing conditions for all boats competing. The Commodore had serious problems in
Race 3 when he dropped his mast mid race; fortunately he was able to repair the problem in time for the afternoon’s race, only after the help of the rescue boat’s handy seamanship. Results for the series are: Division A: 1st Wayne Smith Windrush 14, 2nd David Sturge Hobie 16, 3rd Craig Stewart Mosquito. Division B: 1st Matt Keily Impulse, 1st tied Paula Horton Laser 4.7, 3rd Noel Owen Impulse.
High seas: Wayne Smith and his daughter Abbey won line honours in Race 3 at Inverloch on the weekend.
win the encouragement award, which just goes to show it’s not always about winning, but having a good time. As is traditional on this night the prizes are made up of Easter eggs, including the raffle prizes and I would like to commend the club members for making a great contribution to these and also to those who took the time to sort and gift wrap them all. Thanks to all those who travelled from the other SGIBBA clubs to support us and make the night a resounding success and we look forward to the rest of the year playing
around the other venues. The results on the night were close in most cases with several two game winners, but one of those crept over the line by getting a draw.
Results
Runners-up two wins and a draw: Margaret Campbell, George Bentley, Coral Gray and Robert Burdan (skip). Winners with three wins: Connie Occhipinti, Jeanette Grady and Charlie Tyers (skip). Congratulations to those teams and thanks to everyone who came along to make it a great night of bowling.
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 Port Phillip Heads
APRIL Time
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Add one hour for daylight saving
3 WED
4 THUR
5 FRI
6 SAT
7 SUN
8 MON
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0423 1027 1721 2248
1.50 0.16 1.58 0.53
0508 1112 1811 2334
1.46 0.22 1.51 0.56
0558 1159 1907
1.40 0.30 1.43
0025 0659 1251 2010
0.60 1.33 0.40 1.38
0125 0817 1354 2114
0.62 1.29 0.51 1.35
0242 0941 1511 2216
0.61 1.30 0.58 1.35
0402 1055 1630 2315
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Leongatha Little Aths presentations LEONGATHA Little Athletics Club held its presentation evening at the Leongatha Primary School Performing Arts Centre last Wednesday, recognising the achievements of young athletes from around the district who participated in the 2012/13 season.
Top marks: Leongatha Little Athletics Club’s Age Champions for 2012/13.
Recognition was paid to athletes from the Under 6 through to Under 15 age groups, all of whom put in outstanding track and field performances over the past five months. Age Champion and Personal Best Champion trophies for each age group were awarded, along with certificates for personal best performances over the season, and for representing the club in regional relay and track and field championships and this month’s state track and field championships. A special trophy was also presented to young athlete Ben Green for 10 years’ membership of the club, while Kate Norton received the GippSport Volunteer of the Year award. Age Champions for 2012/13 are: Under 6 Boys: Connor Richards; Under 6 Girls: Alyssa Snell; Under 7 Boys: Xavier Bolge; Under 7 Girls: Erika Allen; Under 8 Boys: Dylan Shone; Under 8 Girls: Nevada Crimp; Under 9 Boys: Mitchell Molloy; Under 9 Girls: Lily Caithness; Under 10 Boys: Ryan Giliam; Under 10 Girls: Jasmine Woods; Under 11 Boys: Alfred Herbert; Under 11 Girls: Cobie Stand-
field; Under 12 Boys: Shannon Kennedy; Under 12 Girls: Hayley Wight; Under 13 Boys: Connor White; Under 13 Girls: Aleisha Wrigley; Under 14 Boys: Ayden Miller; Under 15 Girls: Gemma Martin. PB Champions for 2012/13 are: Under 6 Boys: Taine Lowe; Under 6 Girls: Tennessee Crimp; Under 7 Boys: Nathan Occipinti, Charlie Carew; Under 7 Girls: Eloise O’Neill; Under 8 Boys: Mitchell Bath, Dayne Abernethy, Tyler Richards; Under 8 Girls: Chloe Caithness; Under 9 Boys: Daniel Johnson; Under 9 Girls: Bree-anna Roy; Under 10 Boys: Maverick Matheson, Sullivan Herbert; Under 10 Girls: Autumn Crimp; Under 11 Boys: Angus Ritchie; Under 11 Girls: Maddy Birrell; Under 12 Boys: Nicholas Matheson; Under 12 Girls: Sophie Allen; Under 13 Boys: Brett Thorson; Under 13 Girls: Nicola Allen; Under 14 Boys: Joel Norton. The club also used the presentation evening to thank its valuable sponsors, and the involvement of all parents and supporters in helping on Saturday competitions and regional/state events. Anyone interested in becoming a general committee member or with helping out in other ways is most welcome; for more information, please contact secretary Sue Ritchie on 0413 000 877. Leongatha Little Aths’ cross country championship will be held during the winter. Details will be posted on the club’s website in the coming weeks.
Mittyak get their win
LEONGATHA Secondary College hosted their athletics sports last week with Mittyak house coming up the goods. High achievers: Leongatha Little Athletics Club’s Personal Best Champions for 2012/13.
The sun shone down on the oval and many students took the opportunity to dress up to support their teammates.
• Wonthaggi Little Athletics
Athletes take on state’s best WONTHAGGI athletes can be proud of their achievements recently at the Little Athletics State Championships in Bendigo. Several competitors reached the finals with Nicola Slade winning a bronze medal in the Under 10 Girls high jump clearing the bar at 1.2 metres. Tegan Lowe (U15 G) recorded a PB and came 6th in the 90m hurdles. Melody Notley (U12 G) threw the javelin 24.73m to come 7th in her event and clinch a new club record. Nicole Davis (U15 G) came 8th in the shot put with a throw of 9.19m and 8th in the discus with a throw of 24.21m. Imigen Langford (U15 G) recorded PBs in both the 800m and the 1500m, placing 7th in the latter event. Lanni Pryor (U11G) set two new club records for her efforts in the 800m and triple jump. Ethan Slade (U15 B) set a new club record in his 200m heat and recorded a PB in his 100m heat. Brodie Anderson (U13B) also did well to set a new club record in the 800m. Georgia Filippi (U14 G), Luke Nicholson (U12 B) and Patrick Ryan (U11 B) all recorded PBs in their events which are a tremendous achievement against such tough opposition. Officials say the team conducted itself well and all members were a credit to the club.
Above, Winner, winner: Mittyak were the winners on the day after performing well over the rest of the houses.
Below, Good group: a selection of the Wonthaggi athletes that competed at state championships recently.
Below, Ready to race: Lachie Wright, Liam Harrington and Jordan Bulge were keen competitors at the Leongatha Secondary College sports.
Dressed to impress: Ben Schulz and Jayden Best went all out at Leongatha Secondary College sports.
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TUESDAY’s warm summery conditions brought out a large field of 55 players to compete in the individual stableford competition, however the scores did not necessarily match the great weather. A Grade winner was Peter Gannon (12) with 35 points, B Grade Ron McCann (19) 34 points and C Grade Ken Gardner (27) 36 points on countback. Bruce Gibson and Mick Oliver tied for nearest the pin on the 14th hole, with Jon Smith winning on the 16th hole. Down the line balls: G. Spruzen, B. Hutton, G. Alexander, F. Smedley, C. Leaver, B. Borg, D. Clemann, P. Walsh, G. Mahar, J. Renwick, P. Hobson, K. Scott, M. Gordon and M. Street. A rain delayed start had 32 players braving the cooler conditions for the day’s 4BBB stableford competition on Thursday. Winners with 43 points were Fred de Bondt and Alan McEachern (Woorayl) and runners-up on 42 points were Peter Waters and Neil McKenzie. Nearest the pin on the 14th hole was F. de Bondt and 16th hole Bas de Bondt. Down the line balls went to R. McCann, P. Brownlie; P. Brownlie, D. Forbes; T. Bruinewoud, B. de Bondt and K. Finney, M. Oliver. Easter Saturday’s individual stableford competition was contested between 110 keen golfers, many of who were visiting holidaymakers. Winning A Grade was John Fedderson (11) 38 points, B Grade Glen Marsham (16) 43 points, C Grade Henry Sedelies (21) 40 points and D Grade Phil McNutt (23) 37 points. Pro pin 14th hole was won by Steve Fisher, and nearest the pin on the 16th hole was won by Geoff McDonald. Down the line balls: N. Gillin, B. Attwood, T. Lund, M. Pritchard, G. Carcour, R. Evans, B. Hutton, F. Gill, T. O’Connor, A. Robertson, J. White, S. Lacy, G. Handley, A. Temouskos, R. Findlay, R. Holroyd, R. Davies, P. Homan, N. Johnson, F. DeBono, T. Richard, P. Du Plessis, M. Warby, N. Dummett, T. Brown, W. Norden, D. Bunton, T. Harrison, G. McDonald, G. McRitchie, P. Hart, M. Shannon, G. Burt, K. Finney, R. Bride, G. Morrison, T. Richardson, D. Sinclair countback. Players are reminded that handicaps must be written on cards and signed by both player and marker to avoid disqualification.
UNFORTUNATELY Section 2 and 3 pennant teams had narrow losses last week, both going down 2/3, with some close matches that could have gone either way. Thanks to the players and caddies for your continued efforts and support in representing our club. The matchplay championship finals were held last Wednesday and the daily event was par. The A, B and C Grade match play champions for 2013 are A Grade Lee Clements (defeated Norrie Little 4/3), B Grade Betty Thomson (defeated Lyn McIvor 1 up) and C Grade Marj Dixon (defeated Marg Harper 2/1). Congratulations to all the girls involved for their sportsmanship and for playing consistent golf to qualify for this event. Nine ladies played in the par event and Marg Young (20) had a nice round of +3 to be the winner, with the runner-up being Betty Yann (22) on +2 on a countback from Virginia Wagner (31). Nearest the pins were: 1st Carie Harding, 10th Lee Clements and 13th Marg Young. On Saturday five girls played par with Lee Clements (9) having the best score of -4 and Marg Harper (29) was the runner-up on -6 on a countback from Marg Young. The nearest the pins went to Lee Clements on the 10th and Marg Young on the 13th. The Easter Bunny rewarded the girls for their efforts on the course with some yummy chocolate eggs at the completion of their round. Members are please reminded to check your syllabus for upcoming events.
Leongatha ladies THANKS to Noreen Williams for generously sponsoring the 3BBB count up stableford event played last Wednesday. Winners were Julie Howard (19) Maria Bell (29) Jan Bissett (27) 81 pts. Runners-up were Sharyn Rayson, Fay Quilford, Jan Birrell 78 points. Down the line balls to Kerry Hogan, Sandra McCann, Geri Hastings 76 points, Nancy Sperling, Coral Gray, Barb Fleming 73 points, Wendy Parker, Jill Steer, Glenis Day 72 points. Nearest the pin: 14th Jan Birrell, 16th Isobel Sutherland. Thank you to all the ladies who donated and bought goods to make our major fundraising anti-cancer stall so successful. Saturday saw 22 ladies compete in the stableford event, Sue Herrald (13) 35 points was successful in A Grade, B Grade was won by Carol Sowden (29) 34 points. Down the line: Mary Brewis 32 points, Portia Williamson 31 points, Lauren Sinclair, Elizabeth Sinclair, Glenyce McRobert 30 points, Wendy Brown 29 points. Nearest the pin winner Elizabeth Sinclair.
Woorayl ladies THE heat last Wednesday saw the majority of players heading out early for the 4BBB round, sponsored by Hartley Wells Superstore. Winners on the day were Thel Scoble and Di O’Connor with 42 points and runners-up were Ros Blew and Inge Giliam with 41 points. Balls down the line went to Heather Sullivan and Melinda Martin with 39 points and Janet Thompson and Alice Campbell 39 points on a countback. Nearest the pin on the 8th was Di O’Connor, on the 11th was Jenny Riseley and on the 17th was Barb James. This was our qualifying round of the Royal Women’s Hospital 4BBB and Sue Wakefield and Jenny Riseley will represent Woorayl at the District play-off on May 24 at Leongatha Golf Club. We were also playing the qualifying round of the Dianne and John O’Connor 4BBB board event, with the second round to be played next month. Next week will be the April monthly medal and also the qualifying round of the Ken Grist Memorial singles knockout, so we hope to see everyone out on the course.
Korumburra ON Saturday, March 30 there were 43 players for a par (KBDT) competition sponsored by Ian Cash. The CCR was 70. A Grade: T. Marotti +4, P. Johnson +2, S. Rose sq, T. Herbert sq. B Grade: B. Thomson +6, R. Crawford +1, G. Bull +1, P. Hornibrook +1, B. Pope sq, N. Spargo sq, P. Vanagtmaal sq, M. Garnham sq. C Grade: W. Hopkins sq. Nearest the pin: 1st J. Stein, 7th S. Rose, 10th W. Thomson, 13th C. Clements. NAGA - S. Webster -9. Tuesday’s winner: G. Cosgriff 38 pts, Thursday: B. Beilby 34 pts.
Wonthaggi I MUST apologise for last week’s write up saying that it was a monthly medal. In fact this Saturday is monthly medal and last Saturday was stableford. We had 98 players and some great scores. A Grade winner was G. Crawford 37 points, B Grade winner was S. Mannix 46 points, C Grade winner B. Skinner 40 points. Balls down the line: D. Munro 40, J. Stewart 38, P. Evans 38, H. Mackinder 38, D. Tiley 37, J. Foon 37, R. Hill 37, S. Lowe 37, J. Andrew 36, M. Buckley 36, J. Duscher 36, J. Jordan 36, D. Wilson JNR 36, J. Wintle 36, A. Freland 35. Nearest the pin: 2nd R. Johnson, 8th K. Hradsky, 13th J. Wintle, 17th A. Bowman. This Thursday the ladies South Gippsland foursomes championship is to be played at Wonthaggi. Don’t worry Horri, Wilko, Turns etc. we will be able to hit off around 2pm. See you boys then. Good luck to our pennant teams on Sunday. Please check the scores in the pro shop as Division 1, 2, 3 and 4 are all playing this week. We had a very busy Easter in the Pro shop with many green fee players and I would like to thank Tony for his fine work and make special mention of all those volunteers that put many hours of their time in to assist in the day to day running of the pro shop. Good golfing and I will see you all during the week.
Wonthaggi ladies EASTER fun was had by all, at the presentations of the Royal Women’s Hospital charity event, a 4BBB. Some wonderful scores were returned and the winners were decided on countback. The pair of Dot Hardeman (29) and Flo Davis (27) with 45 points were the daily winners from Ria Stewart and Delores Harvey. The shot of the day was when Flo pitched in from 70 metres on the 16th for three, for five points. Nearest the pin: 2nd M. Masterman, 17th Marg Johnson. Pro pin 8th Lorraine Peters. Balls down the line: D. Hardeman and F. Davis 45, Ria Stewart and Delores Harvey 45,
A. Poulton and D. Garry 43, A. Tschiderer and B. Bowmar 43, M. Ryan and G. Prentice 41. Some of these scores were scrutinised by our handicapper and dropped shots were given to Flo Davis to 26, Dot Hardeman to 28, Dot Garry to 21, Delores Harvey to 18, and Annie Tschiderer to 11. Best hat (judged by staff) was awarded to Jacqueline Loughran wearing a creation by Amaya Beaumont. Well done to our pennant teams, Division One having a win and Section Two Team One played our other team in Section Two and they also had a win. Well done all players.
SATURDAY’S singles stableford was kindly sponsored by Denise Poletti, who decided that our weedy frames needed the addition of chocolate to the diet. The winner of A Grade, with an incredible 44 points, was D. Thomson (12). It goes without saying that he knows his way around the course. The runner-up, with 36 points, was C. Graeme (11). B Grade was won by L. Redpath (22) with 39 points, followed by F. Stalker with 37 on countback. Balls to L. Hemphill with 37, A. McHarg 35, B. Dewar and R. Evans, both with 34. Nearest the pin was L. Redpath and pro pin was C. Stewart. Members draw was unclaimed by the absent D. Finnegan. It was noted that J. Wilson is a very nice person and any aspersions to the opposite are entirely spurious. Tuesday was Whisky Day, won by G. Hughes (16) with 69 on countback. Balls to R. McGeary with 69, L. Hemphill 70 (surely he has enough by now), J. Cusack and B. Fiek, both with 71. Nearest the pin L. Hemphill and best nine D. Baggallay. Thursday’s event was won by F. Piele (27) 36 points, runner-up R. Hannay (22) with 34. Nearest the pin was I. Warman and best nine C. Stewart. Don’t forget night golf is on this Friday.
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IT was our medal day on Saturday sponsored by Hartley Wells. It was the fifth round of the Graeme and Heather Winkler Cup, the first round of the Ian Balfour trophy and John and Di O’Connor’s putting trophy. Our monthly medallist was Tim Burgess, his net 71 also winning A Grade. He needed a countback to win from B Grade winner Kev Riseley, with George Misson winning C Grade with 73 net. The ball distribution was D. Symmons, G. Fennell, P. McCaughan, R. Higgins, D. Lim, F. Dekker, G. Blew, M. Collins, M. Wood and R. Beilby. The nearest the pins went to Graham Challis and Jack Howard, while Damien Symmons won the putting with only 25 putts. Next week we will play a stableford event sponsored by Ray Drummond Golf.
Meeniyan
Welcome winners: winners Flo Davis and Dot Hardeman with runners-up Ria Stewart and Delores Harvey.
TWENTY-FOUR ladies played stableford for the R.F. and H.M. Poletti knockout qualifying round. The sponsor was Faye Le Page. Winners for the day were: Heather Poletti and Mandy Kuhne with 47 points. Runners-up were Kristen Elliott and Helen Helms Boyle with 45 points. Down the line balls with 44 points were Andrea Thorson and Lyn Jennison and also on 44 points were Irene Holm and Heather McCaughan. Nearest the pin on the 2nd hole was Heather Poletti and on the 14th hole, Dot Christie.
Foster ANOTHER 20mm or so of rain during the week has helped grass growth and more is needed. Greens are very good due to the constant attention of Phil and Shaun. On Tuesday Chris Foulds (21) won with 37 countback. Down the line balls went to Greg Dean (13) 37, Rhyce Ireland (17) 34 countback. Nearest the pin 13th Rhyce Ireland. Norm Cooper (9) 20 was the winner of this Friday’s chook. Down the line went to John Mathers (12) 18, David Knee (13) 17, Scott Rathjen (7) 17. Nearest the pin on the 17th was won by Bill Fuller. Saturday was a stableford, with trophies provided by Foster Fish Supply. Best in A Grade was Paul Robertson (8) 40, with Owen Kindellan (18) 37 winning B Grade. Down the line balls went to Steve Reid (10) 37, Robert Fuller (11) 37, Neville Thompson (8) 36, Kevin Witheridge (8) 35, Pat McKay (7) 34, Terry Parnall (20) 33 countback. Nearest the pin were won by Kevin Witheridge, George Draeger, Noel Black, Pat Mc-
Kay and Dave Hutchinson. Sunday was the Foster Hospital Charity Golf Day. Trophies provided by the Freeman and Gilbert families. Fortunately, the weather improved before tee-off and the amount of $2800 was raised for the hospital which was a great result. Thank you to all who participated. Men’s winners were S. Paterson, J. Paterson, A. Ryan and D. Sturdy - 512/8. Mixed winners were N.Cooper, J. Ryan, W. Scheerle and B. Tattnell - 555/8. Men’s runners-up were P. Fredricks, P. Dohlstrom, P. Leggate and Hugo - 543/8. Mixed runners-up were S. Reid, G. Reid, B. Reid and P. McKay - 555/8. Down the line balls went to P. Scofield team 546/9, R. Ireland team 551/8, Robyn Galloway team 561/8 and Soderlund team 583/8. Murray Welsh was not present to collect the $450 for the members draw. The draw will be $500 next week. You need to be in the clubhouse between 7 and 8pm to be eligible to win.
Social golf: a field of about 90 contested an Ambrose event at Foster. The annual Gilbert Freeman Event raises money for the South Gippsland Hospital in Foster. This team was the Rabbitohs, most of them Warrens, playing on Easter Sunday, pictured from left, Debbie Williams (nee Warren), Kerren Collins, Barbara Warren and John Warren.
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Roberts named best ump ALAN Roberts won the Umpire of the Year award narrowly from Ken Lester and Clive Salmon.
Top players: award winners at the recent Leongatha Imperials Cricket Club presentation night were, back, from left, Glenn Wright (C Grade bowling average and COTY), James Forrester (B Grade batting average), Gary Sauvarin (A Grade batting average), Lachie Wright (Club Champion), front, Mark Lafferty (A Grade bowling, COTY and Best Clubman), Jack Ginnane (Coach’s Award) and Tim Sauvarin (B Grade bowling average).
Nerrena junior presentations
The award is based on a points system awarded by captains. Alan umpired every game including the Under 16 finals. Alan started umpiring in 2007-2008 after playing many years in the Ferntree Gully area as a mean fast bowler. He commented that after
Meeniyan-Dumbalk United Cricket Club requires a Senior Club Coach for the 2013-14 season to take our club to the next level. The position is for a playing coach, with A Grade experience. All interested persons can apply for this position in writing, Care of the MDUCC Secretary, P.O. Box 75 Meeniyan, 3956. Vic. or email the secretary, nicholashill@bigpond.com Applications close on Friday, April 12.
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Above, Under 14s: Damien Symmons (coach), Angus Wright (most improved), Rohan Baudinette (Coach’s award), Ben Perry (bowling). Absent James Kelly (batting).
Top ump: Alan Roberts.
New turf wicket for Leongatha Town THE Leongatha Town Cricket Club has commenced work on a new turf wicket area on its home ground at West Campus 1, now the Leongatha Primary School’s oval on Horn Street.
Under 12s: Ben Kewming (bowling), Ben Martin (Coach’s award), Zack Trease (coach), Shem Murphy (most improved). Absent Nathan Harris (batting).
taking up umpiring he owed an apology to a lot of umpires over his lbw appeals, as you get a far different view as an umpire as against a bowler’s opinion of the decision. Alan is a jovial umpire and enjoys the game of cricket and has the respect of many with his decisions and his handling of the game. Well done Alan, you had a very good year and thoroughly deserved your award.
The club expects the project to be completed in time for Round 1 of the 2013/14 season, for which the Scorpions’ A Grade side will be back in the top division. It will also involve extensive drainage work on the oval, as well as top dressing and other associated works and equipment. Professional contractors have been engaged to carry out the project, while club members will provide the manual labour. Already a new storage shed has been built, and water tanks installed with the help of a South Gippsland Water grant. Project manager Matt Smith has also sourced a roller from the MCG. He said the wicket area would include three pitches initially, with scope for a fourth to replace the synthetic pitch the following year. The club hopes the move will attract more cricketers to the region and be of benefit to the next wave of juniors that are starting to emerge. The project also has the full support of the Leongatha Primary School and secondary college. It has been a huge season for the club which set itself the goal of winning the A Grade Division 2 premiership and earn a return to A Grade Division 1. The club recruited a new coach, Joe O’Loughlin and two Sri Lankan players Madura Weerasinghe and Amila Ratnayake to help achieve that goal which was celebrated last Thursday at the club’s presentation night. Ratnayake won the A2 batting average with
648 runs at 54 and the cricketer of the year in a thrilling vote count ahead of Weerasinghe who won the bowling award with 39 wickets at 13.13. In B Grade, Matt Smith won the batting average with 457 runs at 57.13 while Steve Fixter won the bowling with
26 wickets at 11.46 and the cricketer of the year award. Ken Fleming won the C Grade cricketer of the year award and batting with 357 runs at 32.45 while Michael Warren won the bowling award with 18 runs at 14.33. In other awards, Peter
Hulshof won the Geoff Cashin Memorial Award for best clubperson, Matt Borschman won the coach’s award, Mark Borschman won the Matt Trotman Memorial Award for most determined and Mat Wilson was the most improved.
Town presentations: from left, Matt Smith (B Grade batting), Mark Borschman (most determined), president Jareth Hume, coach Joe O’Loughlin, Amila Ratnayake (A batting and COTY) and best clubman Peter Hulshof.
Award winners: from left, Michael Warren (C Grade bowling), Mat Wilson (most improved), Steve Fixter (B Grade bowling and COTY), Madura Weerasinghe (A Grade bowling) and Matt Borschman (coach’s award).
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Last meeting for Stony THE race meeting for the Stony Creek Race Club season was held with a special Easter Sunday meeting. Almost 900 people attended the meeting which was excellent according to race club CEO Ralph Gallagher. “A cold day ensued, it was wet in the morning but the track held up well, starting at slow 7 and then going to slow 6 later in the day,’ Mr Gallagher said. “There was success to one of our local trainers, Ken Fythe whose horse Black Hawk Down won the third race, paying $4 on the tote. It was good to see a local trainer with a win who works very hard.” A monster Easter Egg hunt was held and 93 children and some adults participated, with 800 Easter Eggs donated by Meeniyan IGA scattered all over the place. Two Easter bunnies were out and about handing out Easter eggs as well. In honour of the late Kevin Warren, a tireless Leongatha MS auxiliary worker, a race was named in his honour. The Kevin Warren Memorial Handicap, the feature event on the program, was won by Bom Chicka Wah Wah. Its 42 starts for its first win shows incredible perseverance by the horse’s trainer Lyn Shand. Stony Creek racing now takes a break until December.
Cray lucky: Karen Lambert won the crayfish raffle. She is pictured receiving her prize from Kelvin Smith on behalf of the Leongatha MS auxiliary.
Leongatha Small Bore Rifle Club Results 50m pennant results (section C): R3: Frankston B 583.019 d Leongatha 570.014. R4: Leongatha 576.022 d Benalla 574.018.
R5: Leongatha 574.023 def Albury A 569.022. We shoot Friday nights at 8pm at the rifle club on the recreation reserve. Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt 5664 2358.
Senior award winners: from left, Chris Mileto (C Grade Fielding), Jarryd Scott (C Grade Bowling), Trevor Allen (B Grade Batting), Nathan Allen (B Grade Bowling and COTY), Jeremy Oxlee (B Grade Fielding), Daniel Salmon (A Grade Fielding). Absent Mark Fearnley (C Grade Batting), Damien Fearnley (C Grade COTY), Udara Weerasinghe (A Grade Batting, Bowling and COTY).
Korumburra cricket presentations
Last carnival at Toora CORNER Inlet hosted the last carnival of the South Gippsland Swimming Association season at Toora on Sunday, March 24. Leongatha and Phillip Island were neck and neck throughout the day and the result was too close to call. Phillip Island has claimed the aggregate shield for season 2012/13 whilst Corner Inlet won the handicap shield. Champs day is coming up soon where the top swimmers compete for honours in all strokes.
Special awards: Ilan Osman (100 Runs), Trevor Allen (100 Runs), Kyle Dorman (100 Games), Daniel Salmon (Best Clubperson).
Wonthaggi table tennis Ladders A Grade Cape Haven ...... 8 Evil Minions...... 8 Zaad................... 4 Real Deal ........... 4 The New Chums 0 Try Again ........... 0 Inverloch (bye) ... 0 A Reserve The Opposition . 4 Hat Trick ........... 4 HSM .................. 4 Blow Flys ........... 0 Stormers ............. 0 Hopeful .............. 0 B Grade Terrible Two...... 4
6 (34) 6 (27) 6 (32) 5 (31) 4 (20) 2 (11) 1 (11) 7 (22) 6 (15) 5 (19) 3 (11) 2 (7) 1 (9) 3 (7)
Slazenger ........... 4 3 (6) The Vipers ......... 0 2 (5) The Vicious Two.. 0 2 (4) Aiden/Ben (bye) .............0
Leading players A Grade Michael Ede ........... 4 (16) Bruce Harmer ......... 3 (15) Zach Anstey ........... 3 (14) Case de Bondt ........ 3 (13) A Reserve Steve Anstey............ 2 (6) Denis Donohue........ 2 (6) Heitor Hilberto ........ 2 (6) Caitlyn Taylor ......... 2 (6) B Grade Brandon M-Chase ... 2 (4) Mackenzie Gardner . 2 (4)
Sharks unite: Leongatha swimmers, from left, Maddy Birrell, Charli Fixter and Grace Allen are pictured after their freestyle event.
Most promising: Cheryl Routley presents Keanu Miller with the David Routley Memorial Most Promising U21 Player award.
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Veterans tennis winds up THE Veterans’ summer competition at Leongatha finished on March 29. The winners were Opal, runners-up Pearl, wooden spoons Jade. Anyone interested in coming along for a great social day of tennis would be very welcome. Contact Lorna 5657 4272 or Isabel 5664 7306. The next competition starts May 2.
Think quick: Stony Creek’s Cam Stone fights for the ball and is backed up by Robert Eddy against Chirnside Park in a recent practice match at Stony Creek. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz.
Winners: back, from left, Vera Derrick, Lena Tumino and Judy Nichols, (absent) Norma Simm; middle, runners-up Marg Hender, Jenny Garnham, Nancy Lennon and Elizabeth; front, woodenspoons: Geraldine Davidson, Isabel Collins and Kathy Campbell, (absent) Meryl Agars.
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Sutherland kicks eight Panthers in form EASTER Sunday the local Derby game between the Allies and Yarram took place at the Devon oval. A huge crowd was on hand and several ex-local players came to watch the Jim Lanigan Challenge. The home side was first to score when Shane Kilgower broke clear for a goal, but Yarram showed how to move the ball forward as players ran to space then shot the ball into the full forward line. Corbin Sutherland broke clear in the pocket and goaled to even the
score but he was again in the play, recording Yarram’s first five goals. Two minutes into term two and Yarram broke clear with two quick goals to Bruns and Coulthard and the Allies needed to do something, and quick. Glen Garner in the middle gained plenty of touches and Ben Coffey, Adam Parry and Blake Reed began to have an influence across the centre. At half time Yarram led comfortably by 29 points and the second half would need a big effort by the Allies to catch up.
The second half saw Yarram begin to work hard and combine strongly in defence. In the centre Garner sent the ball long of fullforward and good play by Ben O’Loughlin, Campbell Faulkner combined to set up Blake Reed who goaled on the run. From this point the Yarram defence let nothing through and the Allies would not score another goal. Matt Sofoulis, Dylan Rash and Jack Moore picked up many kicks and sent Yarram forward, and they finished off the day’s works with ease.
Yarram 14.8.92 DWWWW 4.4.28 Yarram Goals: C. Sutherland 8, C. Bruns 2, S. Grazotis 1, R. Coulthard 1, G. Underwood 1, B. Lynch 1. DWWWW Goals: S. Kilgower 2, B. Reed 1, D. Vardy 1. Yarram Best: T. Davis, K. Sutherland, G. Underwood, C. Sutherland, C. Bruns, J. Parry . DWWWW Best: B. Vardy, J. Poland, B. Coffey, B. O’Loughlin, B. Reed, S. Buckley.
RESERVES DWWWW 14.8.92 Yarram 8.5.53 Leading Goalkicker: J. Swift 5 (Yar) DWWWW Best: S. Kilgower, G. Riley, T. Nicol, B. Wigg, L. Dessent, G. Hayes Yarram Best: J. Swift, T. Reid, W. Jenkins, B. Chapman, B. McMahon, D. Hay
THIRDS Yarram 14.15.99
PHILLIP Island went down to local rivals and reigning premiers Kilcunda-Bass on Saturday at the Cowes oval by 34 points. With the weather and ground in near perfect condition, the huge Easter crowd was in for a ding dong battle. It was Killy-Bass that
DWWWW 3.1.19 Leading Goalkicker: J. McDonald 9 (Yar). Yar Best: Not submitted. DWWWW Best: J. Saliakos, S. Gamlin, B. Maher, S. Vening, R. Benis, S. Mayne.
FOURTHS Yarram 14.14.98 DWWWW 0.0.0 No details submitted.
No action on eastern courts By Deb Lucas NETBALL was a big casualty of the weekends Allies vs Yarram blockbuster, with the Allies choosing to forfeit all their netball matches rather than transfer the game to Yarram after they failed to have their new netball complex ready in time.
Marked: Daniel Vardy brings down this mark and convert for Allies but it was Yarram who made the most of their chances, to come away with a big win.
Alberton League secretary Lynn Whelan was disappointed with the outcome of the 11th hour meeting with the two clubs. “A number of offers were put on the table however the Allies decided that rather than transfer the game
they would forfeit all netball matches,” she said. “It is a shame that the club had been let down by contractors who were unable to complete the new netball complex works in time for the opening round,” she said. “Allies will incur a $50 fine for each game it forfeited.” The decision angered Yarram netballers. A spokesperson for the club said they had been looking forward to the opening round after they had managed to get six teams together for the clash. “It is no secret that we (Yarram) are struggling for senior netballers but we did the right thing and managed to get enough players together to fill our senior sides,” they said. “It was a big job for those
in charge of the netball and a lot of phone calls, then we get told just days out from the match that there would be no netball, a disappointing result indeed.” Allies netballers were also disappointed at not being able to showcase their new courts or play against their near neighbours but say the situation was out of their control. Allies received grants totaling $70,000 towards their $84,000 netball court project in July 2012. A wet winter delayed the start of the project. Allies have confirmed with the league that asphalting will be completed this week and the courts will be completed in time for their next home game, against Fish Creek on April 20.
Alberton netball Results - Round 1 March 30/31 A Grade: Phillip Island 106 d Kilcunda-Bass 13, Korumburra-Bena 60 d InverlochKongwak 28, Foster 39 d Fish Creek 35, DWWWW forfeit to Yarram *. B Grade: DWWWW forfeit to Yarram, Foster 59 d Fish Creek 26, Korumburra-Bena 44 d Inverloch-Kongwak 36, Phillip Island 52 d KilcundaBass 29. C Grade: DWWWW forfeit to Yarram, Fish Creek 37 d Foster 22, Korumburra-Bena 34 d Inverloch-Kongwak 14, Phillip Island 29 d KilcundaBass 18. 17 & Under: DWWWW forfeit to Yarram, Foster 21 d Fish Creek 11, InverlochKongwak 26 d KorumburraBena 24, Phillip Island 46 d Kilcunda-Bass 17. 15 & Under: DWWWW forfeit to Yarram, Fish Creek 13 d Foster 11, Korumburra-Bena 22 d Inverloch-Kongwak 16, Phillip island 22 d KilcundaBass 21. 13 & Under: DWWWW forfeit to Yarram, Foster 21 d Fish Creek 7, Inverloch-Kongwak 14 d Korumburra-Bena 10, Phillip Island 40 d Kilcunda-Bass 0.
Ladders A Grade Phillip Island................815.38 4 Kor-Bena ......................214.29 4 Foster............................ 111.43 4 Yarram ......................................4 Fish Creek ......................89.74 0 Inv-Kongwak .................46.67 0 Kil-Bass...........................12.26 0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 MDU ..........................................0 B Grade Foster............................226.92 4 Phillip Island................179.31 4 Kor-Bena ......................122.22 4 Yarram ......................................4 Inv-Kongwak .................81.82 0 Kil-Bass ..........................55.77 0 Fish Creek .......................44.07 0 MDU ..........................................0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 C Grade Kor-Bena ......................242.86 4 Fish Creek ....................168.18 4 Phillip Island................ 161.11 4 Yarram ......................................4 Kil-Bass ..........................62.07 0 Foster..............................59.46 0 Inv-Kongwak ..................41.18 0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 MDU ..........................................0
17 & Under Phillip Island................270.59 4 Foster............................190.91 4 Inv-Kongwak ...............108.33 4 Yarram ......................................4 Kor-Bena ........................92.31 0 Fish Creek ......................52.38 0 Kil-Bass...........................36.96 0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 MDU ..........................................0 15 & Under Kor-Bena ......................137.50 4 Fish Creek .................... 118.18 4 Phillip Island................104.76 4 Yarram ......................................4 Kil-Bass ..........................95.45 0 Foster..............................84.62 0 Inv-Kongwak ..................72.73 0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 MDU ..........................................0 13 & Under Foster............................300.00 4 Inv-Kongwak ...............140.00 4 Phillip Island.............................4 Yarram ......................................4 Kor-Bena ........................71.43 0 Fish Creek ......................33.33 0 MDU ..........................................0 Stony Creek................................0 Tarwin ........................................0 Toora ..........................................0 Kil-Bass......................................0 Dalyston .....................................0 DWWWW..................................0
Go for it: Korumburra-Bena and Inverloch-Kongwak A Grade Netballers reach for the rebound on Saturday in their round one clash.
got away to the perfect start, kicking away to an early three goal lead and even though the Island were dominating the possession of the footy, Killy-Bass seemed to score every time they went forward. The Island hit back through the experience of Damian Hinkley with their first goal and shortly after through 15 year old Jack Taylor, who with his first kick in senior footy drew the Island within four points at the first quarter break. The Island kicked the first two goals of the second through John Emery and Josh Docherty, but still couldn’t convert all their inside 50s into goals, constantly miss-
Yarram 14.8.92 DWWWW 4.4.28 Yarram Goals: C. Sutherland 8, C. Bruns 2, S. Grazotis 1, R. Coulthard 1, G. Underwood 1, B. Lynch 1. DWWWW Goals: S. Kilgower 2, B. Reed 1, D. Vardy 1. Yarram Best: T. Davis, K. Sutherland, G. Underwood, C. Sutherland, C. Bruns, J. Parry . DWWWW Best: B. Vardy, J. Poland, B. Coffey, B. O’Loughlin, B. Reed, S. Buckley.
RESERVES DWWWW 14.8.92 Yarram 8.5.53 Leading Goalkicker: J. Swift 5 (Yar) DWWWW Best: S. Kilgower, G.
ing golden opportunities. Killy-Bass banged home two quick goals late in the half to take a four point lead. Killy-Bass pounced again straight after the break, kicking a goal early in the third quarter to stretch the lead to 15 at the final break. Murdoch kicked his second goal for the match in the first minute of the last quarter to give the Island hope, but the Panthers stamped their authority on the match with two telling blows not long after to stretch the lead to four goals. Kael Bergles from Kilcunda-Bass was awarded the Gary Todd medal for his best on ground performance kicking eight goals.
Riley, T. Nicol, B. Wigg, L. Dessent, G. Hayes. Yarram Best: J. Swift, T. Reid, W. Jenkins, B. Chapman, B. McMahon, D. Hay.
THIRDS Yarram 14.15.99 DWWWW 3.1.19 Leading Goalkicker: J. McDonald 9 (Yar). Yar Best: Not submitted. DWWWW Best: J. Saliakos, S. Gamlin, B. Maher, S. Vening, R. Benis, S. Mayne. FOURTHS
Yarram 14.14.98 DWWWW 0.0.0 No details submitted.
Tigers ready for season By Rover MIRBOO North opens its 2013 Mid Gippsland footy and netball campaigns when it hosts Morwell East at Tigerland this Saturday.
In the seniors footy, the mighty Tigers will be attempting to make the finals for the 11th consecutive season, a period that has produced back-to-back premiership flags against Morwell East and Yinnar in 2006 and 2007 respectively. Morwell East has also been prominent in recent seasons and a battle royal, with no beg pardons, looms between the two clubs. Excitement abounds and the time for pondering and wondering how the mighty Tigers will perform is almost over for footy-starved fans, who have been anxiously waiting for the new season to commence. Mirboo North will be missing five-time best and fairest and 2007 premiership ruckman, Don Webb, who has retired after six sensational years with the Tigers. Webb’s delightful taps, superb high marking and precise kicking, will be sorely missed by his teammates. Coach, Troy Hamilton, will be hoping the Tigers get off to a flying start by employing immense and intense combative pressure on the Hawks, coupled with lots of run and carry when in possession of the Sherrin. Speedy premiership wingman, Damien Turner, has been appointed captain of Mirboo North and Jacob Nash is vice-captain.
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Bulldogs soar over Sea-Eagles IT was a rough and tumble game to kick off the season for Inverloch-Kongwak and Korumburra-Bena on Saturday. With a strong wind
blowing down the ground both teams got off to a slow start. Even though the SeaEagles were kicking with the wind it was hard for them to kick accurately in front of the goals.
Both teams took some time to find their feet with numerous turnovers in the middle of the ground. After kicking a goal early on in the quarter Inverloch’s Luke Reddie suffered a severely broken
leg after an awkward landing in a marking contest. This will see him off the ground for most likely the majority of the season. After the stoppage for Reddie to be stretchered off the ground, Korumbur-
ra-Bena fought hard and nabbed a two point lead before the first break. Once they had the wind the Bulldogs took control. New recruit Michael Cooke was making a mark in the forward line and helping boost his team’s lead. Inverloch-Kongwak defenders were working overtime but couldn’t help conceding 11 scoring shots including six goals. This had the Bulldogs up by 31 at the main break. On song in the third were the Sea-Eagles. They were utilising the wind
and pushing forward as much as they could. Adam Cross was working hard in the third and totalled three goals for the game while Thomas Wyatt was also giving it his all. The Sea-Eagles had trimmed the margin to 19 at the final break but things were looking dangerous, with the Bulldogs set to have the wind in the last quarter. Accuracy was not on for either team in the fourth but two goals for Korumburra-Bena extended their lead to 21 at the final siren.
SENIORS LADDER W L D
Yarram ........ 1 Fish Creek.... 1 Kor-Bena ..... 1 Kil-Bass ...... 1 Phillip Is...... 0 Inv-K’wak..... 0 Foster ............. 0 DWWWW ....... 0 Dalyston ......... 0 Tarwin ............ 0 Toora Dist...... 0 Stony Creek.... 0 MDU............... 0
0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
%
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
328.57 173.58 154.39 149.28 66.99 64.77 57.61 30.43 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Pts
4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS C. Sutherland (Yarram) ...............8 K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) ...................8 T. Hooker (Fish Ck) .....................6 M. Cook (Kor-Bena) ....................4 C. Urie (Kor-Bena) .......................3 S. Sperling (Fish Ck) ...................3 J. Wells (Kil-Bass).......................3 A. Cross (Inv-K’wak) ...................3 D. Hinkley (Phillip Is) ..................2 C. Bruns (Yarram) .......................2
RESERVES LADDER W L D
Korumburra-Bena 13.10.88 Inverloch-Kongwak 8.9.57 Korumburra-Bena Goals: M. Cooke 4, C. Urie 3, J. Neagle 2, N. Cant 2, R. Staples 1, M. Urie 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: A. Cross 3, L. Reddie 1, T. Wyatt 1, J. Clottu 1, B. Soumilas 1, M. Billows 1 Korumburra-Bena Best: M. Cooke, S. Braithwaite, A. Snooks, S. Paterson, G. Marshall, L. Carpenter Inverloch-Kongwak Best: T. Thornby, A. Cross, C. Terlich, T. Cannon, C. McCaughan, T. Wyatt
RESERVES Korumburra-Bena 4.10.34 Inverloch-Kongwak 0.8.8
New recruit: Roy Mullens gets some space for the Bulldogs in their win against Inverloch-Kongwak on Saturday.
Leading Goalkicker: J. Fowles 2 (K-B) K-B Best: T. Sorrell, D. Muir, S. Edwards, J. Harris, D. Robbins, A. Zuidema I-K Best: J. Brosnan, B. Withers, T. Whelan, A. Powell, D. Kilpatrick
THIRDS Korumburra-Bena 18.16.124 Inverloch-Kongwak 2.0.12 Leading Goalkicker: N. Somerville 6 (K-B) K-B Best: T. Wyatt, J. Harris, B. Dorling, S. Lacy, N. Somerville, A. O’Neill I-K Best: N. Anderson, D. Drowley, J. Burton, H. Dubberley, J. Kershaw, J. Truman
FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 8.3.51 Korumburra-Bena 6.6.42 Leading Goalkicker: T. Legg 3 (IK) I-K Best: X. Hughes, J. Scott, T. Legg, O. Hutton, J. Teakle K-B Best: H. Suckling, J. Macri, C. Trewin, T. Jenkin, B. Ammon, C. Martin.
Roo’s victory under lights FOSTER and Fish Creek started their season under lights on Saturday, with the Tigers hosting the local rivalry. Things were going Fish Creek’s way early and they seemed to have greater control of the ball. Despite this, when going into the forward line
accuracy was sometimes not found. Despite having four more scoring shots than their counterparts, Fish Creek were only four points up at the first break. Foster were looking a chance in the second until the Roos kicked into over drive. Three quick goals for the quarter meant a 22 point lead at the main break.
Tigers through and through: Tori Cripps and Keighley Starrett were certainly supporting Foster on Saturday in their tiger outfits.
The combination of 2012 League Best and Fairest Travis Manne and returning player Andrew Seccull with new recruits like Chad Macri were proving good for Fish Creek. Nathan Grylls was lead-
Fish Creek 13.14.92 Foster 8.5.53 Fish Creek Goals: T. Hooker 6, S. Sperling 3, A. Seccull 2, T. Manne 1, J. Law 1. Foster Goals: D. Granger 2, N. Grylls 2, D. Granger 1, B. Rooney 1, B. Weston 1, C. VanDyke 1. Fish Creek Best: T. Hooker, C. Macri, A. Ireland, R. Staley, B. Cooper, A. Seccull. Foster Best: C. VanDyke, S. Hawking, M. Allott, M. Eales, B. Angwin, N. Grylls.
RESERVES Foster 7.16.58
ing for Foster. The speedster gave his all throughout the match and managed two goals to complement his performance. Despite this the Tigers still trailed 25 at threequarter time.
Fish Creek 7.7.49 Leading Goalkickers: J. Buckland 3, M. Watkins 3 (FC). Foster Best: S. Lyon, J. Lowe, D. Clearihan-Jervies, L. Cripps, J. Woods, J. Moore. Fish Creel Best: M. Watkins, P. Mueller, J. Lawson, L. Eade, S. Buckland, J. Buckland.
THIRDS Foster 8.7.55 Fish Creek 5.12.42 Leading Goalkicker: M. Jones 3 (Fos). Foster Best: M. Green, D. Hateley, J. Coffey, L. Coffey, T. Hamilton, M.
A late charge from Foster came as the night pushed on into the final term. Lack of accuracy in front of the big sticks put a stop to any last quarter comeback, with the Tigers kicking one goal and three
Jones. Fish Creek Best: S. Buckland, T. Shanahan, L. O’Neill, A. Vuillermin, Z. Price, J. O’Sullivan.
FOURTHS Fish Creek 13.14.92 Foster 6.5.41 Leading Goalkickers: L. Buckland (FC) 4, T. VanDyke (Fos) 4. Fish Creek Best: O. Straw, M. McGannon, R. Pridham, H. McGannon, C. Tracy. Foster Best: E. Smith, B. Green, X. Duursma, J. Cripps, J. Smith, T. VanDyke.
behinds from their last four scoring shots. Meanwhile the Roos were running away with the scoreboard but also were struggling to get their kicks straight. Three goals and five behinds however had them 39 points ahead at the final siren.
FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 2 - April 6 I-K v Phillip Island Kil-Bass v Tarwin MDU v Dalyston Toora v Stony Creek Kor-Bena v Yarram Foster v DWWWW Fish Creek - bye
MID GIPPSLAND Round 1 - April 6 Yallourn-Yall Nth v Boolarra Thorpdale v Yarragon Mirboo North v Morwell East Yinnar v Hill End Trafalgar v Newborough
GIPPSLAND Round 1 - April 13
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Young gun: the Foster and Fish Creek Thirds entertained the crowds on Saturday before the Seniors went head to head under lights.
Round 1 - April 6 Poowong - bye Bunyip v Longwarry Warragul Ind v Nrm Nrm Sth Catani v Buln Buln Garfield v Nilma-Darnum Nar Nar Goon v Lang Lang Koo Wee Rup v Nyora Ellinbank v Cora Lynn
Kor-Bena ..... 1 DWWWW ..... 1 Phillip Is...... 1 Foster ......... 1 Fish Creek.... 0 Kil-Bass ...... 0 Yarram ........... 0 Inv-K’wak ....... 0 Stony Creek.... 0 Tarwin ............ 0 Toora Dist...... 0 Dalyston ......... 0 MDU............... 0
0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
%
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
425.00 173.58 120.75 118.37 84.48 82.81 57.61 23.53 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Pts
4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS J. Swift (Yarram) .........................5 M. Watkins (Fish Ck) ...................3 G. Hayes (DWWWW) ..................3 J. Buckland (Fish Ck) ..................3 M. Dickason (Kil-Bass) ...............3 B. Wigg (DWWWW) ....................2 S. Ambler (Phillip Is)...................2 B. Chapman (Yarram) .................2 G. Riley (DWWWW) ....................2 J. Parsons (Kil-Bass) ..................2
UNDER 18 LADDER W L D
Kor-Bena ..... 1 Kil-Bass ...... 1 Yarram ........ 1 Foster ......... 1 Fish Creek.... 0 DWWWW ..... 0 Phillip Is ......... 0 Inv-K’wak ....... 0 MDU............... 0 Toora & Dist... 0 Dalyston ......... 0 Stony Creek.... 0 Tarwin ............ 0
0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
1033.33 561.54 521.05 130.95 76.36 19.19 17.81 9.68 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Pts
4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS J. McDonald (Yarram) .................9 N. Somerville (Kor-Bena) ............6 M. Manteit (Kil-Bass) ..................5 J. Andersen (Kil-Bass) ................4 B. Dorling (Kor-Bena)..................4 B. Jones (Kil-Bass) .....................4 C. Smith (Kil-Bass) .....................3 J. Harris (Kor-Bena) ....................3 M. Jones (Foster) ........................3 T. Mullett (Yarram) ......................2
UNDER 15 LADDER W L D
Yarram ........ 1 Phillip Is...... 1 Fish Creek.... 1 Inv-K’wak..... 1 Kor-Bena ..... 0 Foster ......... 0 Kil-Bass.......... 0 Tarwin ............ 0 Stony Creek.... 0 Toora & Dist... 0 MDU............... 0 DWWWW ....... 0 Dalyston ......... 0
0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
1000.00 2016.67 224.39 121.43 82.35 44.57 4.96 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Pts
4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS J. Black (Phillip Is) ......................7 L. Buckland (Fish Ck) ..................4 T. Van Dyke (Foster) ....................4 B. Rogers (Fish Ck) .....................3 T. Legg (Inv-K’wak) .....................3 M. McGannon (Fish Ck) ..............2 A. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .............2 Z. Jankowicz (Phillip Is) ..............2 J. Macri (Kor-Bena) .....................2 H. Wilshire (Phillip Is) .................2 D. Crook (Kor-Bena)....................2
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CHARLIE BROWN FUN AND GAMES
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Back in business
It’s back!: football and netball season kicked off in the Alberton League on Saturday with four games. In Korumburra-Bena’s win against Inverloch Kongwak. Sea-Eagle Brad Hender keeps his eye on the ball after a clash with other players.
Liam tri-s for national title
Tough gig: Liam McCall has been selected for the School Sport Victoria State Triathlon Team.
By Jacob de Kunder YOU wouldn’t be alone if the thought of a triathlon scared you. Swimming 800m straight to 20km on a bike then a 5km run to top it all off isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but teenager Liam McCall is turning heads with his performances in the sport. The Korumburra teenager has been recently selected for the School Sport Victoria State Triathlon Team and is heading to Penrith this week to compete in the National Championships. To secure his spot on the team McCall had to perform well in three qualifying races over the season. “Six guys from the series go through. It’s quite competitive.” “Because it’s a school run sports competition a lot of the top guys who race in the series aren’t able to qualify because they aren’t in school anymore.” McCall managed to secure his spot with 14th, 10th and seventh placings in the qualifying races. The Year 12 student is already making waves in the sport despite
only racing for 18 months. “I haven’t been doing this for all that long,” McCall said. “Dad’s been doing them all his life and I have always followed him around. “At different stages of my life I have cycled at Leongatha and swam since before I could remember and run with clubs, but only started with the triathlon format recently.” McCall’s first full length triathlon was a Bass Coast Barracudas race at Cape Paterson early in 2012. “It was interesting putting the disciplines together,” he said. “Different parts of the race you face different challenges. When you come out of the water your legs really hurt because all the blood’s in your arms. “It is very different to just doing them all separately.” McCall is a member of the Bass Coast Barracudas, Korumburra Swimming Club and Leongatha Cycling Club and over the winter races each discipline individually. Swimming is the strong discipline for the young triathlete and hopes it will give him the edge at
this week’s competition. “I would like place in the top 10 at the competition,” he said. “Anything above seventh would be really good. “The plan is to come first or second out of the water and then see how I can hold up.” To be competitive in the sport McCall does more than two hours of training each day. “Some mornings we do swimming and most nights jump on the bike or go for a run,” he said. McCall trains under the watchful eye of his father who doubles as his main coach. “I also train under Brett Kerr in Wonthaggi, who started coaching me when I first moved here,” he said. “I was born in New Zealand and came over here when I was about 12. “Brett still coaches me for free now, providing that I race for Australia and not New Zealand if I make it far in the sport.” McCall said he would like to thank the Karingal Women’s Service Club for sponsoring him for his uniform.