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THE spirit of the season lured more than 500 people to Leongatha’s Carols at the Drome concert on Saturday night. Singing, music and dance culminated in a stunning fireworks display at the Leongatha Velodrome. Logan, left, and Jenna Samson of Korumburra arrived early to enjoy the children’s activities on offer. Read more on page 6. If you missed these carols, don’t forget other concerts at Inverloch tonight (Tuesday), Coal Creek at Korumburra on Friday and Wonthaggi on Sunday.

SOUR MILK Farmers shocked by Bald Hills power outage

By Sarah Vella DAIRY farmers from Middle Tarwin are furious power outages associated with the Bald Hills Wind Farm keep affecting their farms. Their concerns boiled over last Tuesday (December 9), when a scheduled power outage was delayed by nine hours, forcing several farmers to milk in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. Farmer Stephen Ball said the outage was scheduled between 8.30am to 4.30pm on Tuesday, but power was not returned until 1.30am Wednesday.

“I feel that is extremely unacceptable. They don’t seem to follow a schedule very well,” he said. “I milked the cows as soon as it came back on at 1.30am, when I would normally start at 5pm. The problem with not milking on time is that it can cause loss of production and mastitis and the farmer gets really tired.” Mr Ball said there are several dairy farms on the same powerline and he was not the only one affected. “There have been quite a few scheduled outages, a lot of them between 4.30pm to 5.30pm - right on milking time,” he said. Mr Ball was so frustrated by the

outage last Tuesday, he went for a drive at midnight and spoke to electricity workers. “They didn’t even know what was going on,” he said. Farmer Rod Cope was also upset by the outage. “We are lucky because we have a generator for the dairy, but our water supply was affected and the cows have dropped in production,” he said. “I am over it. This is not the first time it has happened and what they’re doing is really inconvenient. Turning off power between 4.30pm and 5.30pm, sometimes for less than 10 minutes, really stuffs up milking.” Continued on page 4.

Had enough: Middle Tarwin dairy farmers Stephen Ball, Kylie, Tim and Jai Bright, Rod Cope and Johan Reesink are fed up with power outages affecting their dairy operations.

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Cousins joins Bombers’ board By Tayla Kershaw KORUMBURRA born Paul Cousins is proudly donning red and black. The devoted Essendon supporter was named a director at the Essendon Football Club annual gen-

eral meeting yesterday (Monday, December 15). Mr Cousins was approached by a group of members who asked him to consider the position. He said it was his passion for the club and the recent challenges surrounding the club that pushed him to step up.

He said he could offer a fresh set of eyes to watch over the club. Mr Cousins will join eight other board members to oversee the club, with the 2015 season approaching. “I’m excited. I was a bit taken aback at first in a positive way and now I’m excited to get into the role,” he said. He supports the club administration and James Hird as coach, believing they have held the club together and dealt with media pressures well. He said it was an honour to be given the chance to serve the club he loves so much. “I think it’s a really exciting time for the club and we can look to the future,” Mr Cousins said. He has made a career as a web designer and will bring his media skill set to the board. He is a fourth generations Bombers supporter and has a proud family by his side. “My whole family and extended family are Bombers fans,” he said. “My mum is really rapt.” His mother Merryl Cousins, now living in

Still supported: Essendon coach James Hird has received the support of new club director Paul Cousins.

Queensland, said she was proud of him and would have loved to have attended the annual meeting. “This is quite a unique opportunity and it’s good to see him step up to this level from his grassroots membership,” she said. Mr Cousins’ football career began at the age of six, where he played for Bena until he was 19. He described himself as a bit of an all rounder on the field. He is looking forward to strengthening the South Gippsland connection at the Essendon Football Club with Dyson and Aaron Heppell and Will Hams. “I think it’s going to be a great year for them, particularly Dyson who is becoming an elite player at the club,” he said. “It’s good to see Aaron back again to play in the VFL and Will is back in the game after recovering from an injury.” Mr Cousins said Dyson looked like a future captain for the team. Mr Cousins has high hopes for his beloved team for the 2015 season and said he hopes to see them push through to the top four.

New director: former Korumburra man Paul Cousins was recently announced as a new director on the board of his beloved AFL football team, the Bombers.

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In making the decision, council accepted a recommendation the Domestic Animal Management Advisory Committee (DAMAC) prepared in only four days. Councillors met for the final time in 2014 at the Heritage Centre, Cowes. Mayor Cr Kimberley Brown, who has chaired one DAMAC meeting – the most recent – put the proposal to council on

To allow council to fully understand the issue, Cr Bradley Drew put up an alternative motion to defer a decision until March. The suggestion of a delay caused some annoyed hubbub in the gallery. “It will allow us some time to consider further,” Cr Drew said. “We are well underway with moving forward with the November recommendations.” He advised against putting council officers under pressure to have the second beach operation by January 1, 2015. Cr Jordan Crugnale said the needs of the Bass Coast Board Riders, who had not been considered before, should be taken into account, since they use the Wave Street to Ozone Street beach.

DAMAC’s behalf. She said at its November meeting, council asked DAMAC to make a recommendation, and DAMAC had delivered. The proposed new off leash area is for between Ozone Street and Wave Street between 6pm and 9am from December 1 to February 28 inclusive and during State Government school holidays between terms one and two, and 24 hours a day at other times. The second area would complement the existing off leash area between Grandview Grove and Cuttriss Street. Some councillors were concerned about making a rushed decision on a new aspect of a controversial issue after months of careful consideration.

“We need to do further consultation,” she said, drawing an angry interjection from the gallery. However, Cr Andrew Phillips voted against delaying a decision and voted instead to accept DAMAC’s recommendation. “We asked DAMAC to come back with a recommendation and they have been very quick,” he said. He said the Bass Coast Board Riders had had a chance to be involved in community consultation and more was probably not needed. “There was a lot of consultation done and I think it’s important we listen to what DAMAC has come up with,” he said. Cr Le Serve said many people worked through the Christmas and New Year period.

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Principal Delaney moves on By Laura Gibb MICHAEL Delaney is not keen to talk about himself.

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students. Mr Delaney, who is moving on from the college, insists his work has always been about the students. “It’s just about teaching them and helping them go out into the world with a good sense of who they are and that God loves them,” he said. Mr Delaney started his career as a maths teacher then rose to year level coordinator, department coordinator and further until he secured the role of deputy principal at Mary MacKillop College in 1996. He began in 1999 as acting principal of the college and was made principal in July. He has enjoyed watching the school’s facilities grow and improve during his tenure. “We’ve been fortunate to have a lot of grants,” he said. Since 1999 the college has gone from 80 per cent portable classrooms to 80 per cent brick buildings. Mr Delaney said one of the school’s main strengths was its culture of learning and pastoral care. He said young people applying to the college often hear from college students that at Mary MacKillop College, if you want to learn, you can learn. “As the principal, that’s what you want the community saying: students are learning and getting looked after,” he said. Mr Delaney nominated

Goodbye, Mr Delaney: from left, Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College students Jack Battaglia and Kimberley Hill, principal Michael Delaney, and students Aidan Richards and Jack Norton in the college’s grounds. a span of four years, from 2007 to 2010, as highlights of his time at Mary MacKillop College. An event called the Journey of the Cross and Icon took place in 2007, which was the precursor to World Youth Day in 2008. “Those were real celebrations, being part of the worldwide Catholic church,” he said. Then in 2009 the college celebrated 100 years since Mary MacKillop’s death, not realising in 2010 she would be canonised. Mary MacKillop had been the school’s inspiration but in 2010 she truly became its patron saint. He also loves to see former students living out the

values the school seeks to foster. “It’s bumping into grown up students and seeing they’ve turned into fine, upstanding citizens,” he said. The recent state election brought more good news for the school. Before the election, both major Victorian parties agreed for the first time to give capital buildings grants to non-government schools. “One of the big problems this country has is that education is a political football,” Mr Delaney said. “If we could get both sides of parliament wanting the same outcomes for students, education would be a lot more settled.” The best thing about

Mary MacKillop College, Mr Delaney said, is the college community. “It’s the way the parents, staff and students all work together. It’s been a privilege serving all the families and students,” he said. Mr Delaney acknowledged the work of the school board, the Parents and Friends Group, volunteers in the canteen and second hand uniform shop and other helpers. As for the next step, in his career Mr Delaney has taken the job of principal at St Joseph’s College in Echuca, where he and wife Shauna will soon be moving. He said they like the area and, with the youngest of their three children hav-

Farmers shocked by Bald Hills power outage Continued from page 1. Mr Cope said the first scheduled outage was in September, and he has experienced at least 10 more since then. “It isn’t every day, but sometimes the power is out three or four times a week. Last week it was three times. It really is a pain,” he said. “Yesterday was just ridiculous, to have it off all day. We are lucky as the generator meant we could milk. “When you have got 430 cows needing water, that’s about 90,000 litres a day. We had enough stored to

get through to milking last night, but after that there was no water until power came back on.” Mr Cope said lack of water, even for just a few hours, can affect milk production and cows’ moods. “I am going to try and organise a meeting with Powercor and as many farmers as I can to find out what they can do for us,” he said. Farmer Tim Bright did not finish milking until 4am and then had to milk again at 11am. “It is yet to be known if the disruption to their schedule will affect produc-

tion. They are down a bit today (Wednesday) but we will have to wait and see on the mastitis,” he said. “They send out notices to let us know (about power outages), but all of the little ones in the middle of milking time when it goes off for three or four minutes often send milk flying everywhere,” he said. “The most frustrating part about last night (Tuesday) is that they kept telling us it was going to come back on within the hour each time we called. “The thing was Tarwin Lower went back on, but the

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ing recently completed Year 12, they felt the time was right for a change. Mr Delaney does not know who his successor at Mary MacKillop College will be or when the Catholic Education Office will make its decision. He said going from 560 students at Mary MacKillop College to 900 students at St Joseph’s College will be a challenge. However, he will take his experience as a principal and his faith commitment with him. He expects his ties with Mary MacKillop College to remain. “I’m sure we won’t be strangers to South Gippsland,” he said.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - PAGE 5

Teens achieve VCE success HOURS of stress and hard work came to an end yesterday (Monday, December 15) when almost 83,000 Victorian students received their VCE results at 7am.

Students of Mary Mackillop Regional College in Leongatha were thrilled with their results. Principal Michael Delaney said the results reflected students’ efforts and talents. Arabella Steenholdt was college dux with an outstanding score of 95.85. Sarah Lindsay also had a top scoring ATAR of 94.80. The students who received scores of 40 in individual subjects were Arabella Steenholdt, Sarah Lindsay, Sarah Marshall, Nick Argento and Sarah McCahon. “These individuals, along with most of their fellow students, have applied themselves to their studies with diligence and commitment throughout the 2014 academic year,” Mr Delaney said. “It is pleasing to see their efforts reflected in such good results and know they can look back over their year’s work with satisfaction.” Leongatha Secondary College celebrated a number of students receiving scores above 80, as well as an 100 per cent pass rate for both VCE and VCAL students. “A number of students have set themselves up well for the course of their choice,” principal Wayne Chester said. “We are really quite pleased and positive about the result.”

A presentation night will be held tonight for graduating students. Korumburra Secondary College principal Abigail Graham said she could not be more proud of her students. The dux student will not be announced until the presentation night on Wednesday, but their score was above 96. Ten students achieved scores over 40 in individual subjects. “Whilst we are so proud of our students, we are also mindful that an ATAR is not a measure of a students’ ability to be respectful, kind, loving, a good friend or successful for that matter,” Ms Graham said. “We knew our students were all successful before these results came out and they remain so because they have the qualities our community values. Well done Korumburra Secondary College class of 2014.” Mirboo North Secondary College celebrated a 100 per cent pass rate. The dux student achieved a score of 95.4. They will be announced at the presentation night on Wednesday. Around 39 per cent of students achieved a score over 80 and 41 per cent of students achieved a score over 70. “We are very happy with all the students. Some of them really surpassed expectation and we are really proud,” principal Karen Lanyon said. South Gippsland Secondary College received a 93 per cent pass rate. “The college’s top score demonstrates students can do extremely well at South Gippsland Secondary College if they take advantage of the opportunities available,” principal Matt

McPhee said. “South Gippsland Secondary College has encouraged and supported mature age students and students with disabilities who have gained their VCE this year.” At Wonthaggi Secondary College, students are already receiving offers to the Victorian College of the Arts. Staff are extremely pleased with the 110 students who sat their exams in November, as well as the 18 VCAL students who graduated. Dux was Hannah McKittrick with a score of 95. A close second was Dom Brown with a score of 94.95 Five students scored ATARs over 90 and an additional seven students received scores over 80. “We are really proud of our students for overcoming all personal challenges this year,” principal Darren Parker said. “We are enjoying their success with a spring in our step. Congratulations to all the students and teachers. We continue to be very happy with all aspects of the college.” Nicholas Tran is the dux at Newhaven College with an impressive score of 98.6. Other students scoring above 90 were Kelly Frilay-Cox, Mitchell Gin, Darcy Bee, Catherine Mercer and Megan McCoy. “We celebrate the achievement of all those who have excelled, especially those who exceeded expectations,” principal Gea Lovell said. “At Newhaven, though we are extremely proud of the 9.5 per cent who scored an ATAR above 90, we are also incredibly proud of all the students who achieved their VCE.”

Done and dusted: back, from left, Kate Edney, Larissa Cook, Jess Campbell, Amy McCarthy, Monica Fleming and Sam Scott, and front, from left, Laura Browne, Hannah Alexander and Jess Ryan recently graduated from Mary MacKillop Regional College and received their ATAR scores yesterday (Monday, December 15.)

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Community unites for iconic concert A CROWD of more than 500 people made this year’s Carols in the Drome one of the most successful yet.

The event, held at the Leongatha Velodrome on Saturday night, showcased a diversity of talent across music, singing and dancing to celebrate the festive spirit of the season. The occasion was brought to the region by The Combined Churches of Leongatha and the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band. The band provided the majority of the music for the evening under the directorship of Ben Stein, providing a mix of Christmas songs and carols. Event chairperson Chris Gale was overjoyed by the night’s success. “It was such a great celebration of the season. The community came together, we enjoyed being together, we sang carols and we had some great entertainment,” he said. Mr Gale said the larger crowd this year could have been due to word spreading about the quality of past events. Russell Hemming delighted the crowd

with a captivating solo rendition of You’ll Never Walk Alone, and Dave Durant gave an impassionate performance of Jingle Bell Rock, backed by the brass band. Yasmine Watsford sang O Holy Night with the emotion the piece requires and Aaron Gale entertained younger children with his piece Let it Go from the film Frozen. South Gippsland band Beggs to Differ sang numerous Christmas tunes and the South Gippsland Singers again did a superb job of bringing traditional carols to life. The performance featured children from Chairo Christian School, Leongatha Primary School and Leongatha Children’s Centre, and a new highlight this year was a performance of dancers from Leongatha Secondary College, with a mix of shuffling and hip hop styles. Carols attendees began staking out good spots on the lawn several hours before the singing began, with games and face painting available for the children as well as a barbecue and other treats, courtesy of Apex and the Salvation Army. The night culminated in a spectacular fireworks display.

Looking festive: from left, Bianca Smith and Adele, Elly-May, Corey and Kasey Dunn of Leongatha at Carols at the Drome in the Leongatha Recreation Reserve.

Carnival brings fun LEONGATHA’S annual Christmas carnival brought fun to the centre of town on Saturday.

The Smith Street car park played host to attractions including the Scouts’ climbing wall, horizontal bungee jumping, mini cars

Memorable sound: solo singers Dave Durant, Yasmine Watsford, Aaron Gale and Russell Hemming unite for the final number, We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Photo: Mark Drury.

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A RECENT spate of trailer thefts has police worried.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - PAGE 7

Landmarks sell By Stuart Biggins

A SOUTH Gippsland buyer paid $2.4 million for Leongatha’s McCartin’s Hotel at auction in Melbourne on Wednesday.

Real estate agent Raoul Holderhead of Burgess Rawson described the hotel as a cornerstone building in Leongatha, and reported two interested parties bidding for the iconic hotel. It will be business as usual at McCartin’s whose owners sold the property to

free up their capital investment, but will continue to operate the business. A second Leongatha commercial property was sold at the same auction. The Department of Environment and Primary Industries building on the corner of Peart and Smith streets was sold to a Melbourne investor for $1.2 million. Peter Dwyer of Alex Scott and Staff said there had been good interest in the building in the lead up to the sale, with quite a few inspections. Three parties bid for the property which has a current lease agreement that is expected to continue.

Dancing makes news By Laura Gibb

formance at Wonthaggi Arts Centre on the weekend.

LISA Pellin Dancers of Leongatha held its annual per-

The show was called “Extra, Extra” and explored the world of news-

papers, from journalists to paparazzi and weather reporters. Junior, intermediate and senior students took part in the performance, staged by Lisa Pellin.

POLICE BRIEFS Drug arrest

TWO women from Rye were detained, searched and charged with theft and drug possession at the Wonthaggi Plaza on Sunday.

Wonthaggi Police were called to the shopping hub following suspicious behaviour by the two apparent shoppers. The 29 year old and the 21 year old allegedly stole in excess of $4700 worth of goods from several businesses at the Wonthaggi Plaza. Police inspected the suspect’s vehicle, and located the alleged stolen goods and an amount of amphetamine and the hallucinogen GHB. Police opposed bail and both women were remanded in custody, and appeared at the Latrobe Valley Magistrate’s Court yesterday (Monday, December 15). Police said the incident was a reminder of how organised thieves target stores at this time of year and exploit large crowds and busy attendants to shield their crimes.

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Cash crooks

THE Korumburra railway station was broken into on Sunday morning. An amount of cash was stolen. Police believe the incident happened between 3am and 5am. Any information about this matter can be given to the Korumburra Police Station or the Bass Coast CIU.

Petrol heist

PETROL was stolen from a farm property in Korumburra South early on Sunday morning. This is the second incident to occur on the property in the last month. At 2.55am, an offender accessed the property by cutting the lock on the front gate. The offender drove onto the property towards the dairy where the landowner has a large petrol bowser. The pump handle was locked so the offender cut the hose and poured the petrol into

a red jerry can he had stolen from the landowner’s shed. An unknown quantity of petrol was taken. Police said the offender was wearing a grey hoodie, shorts and skate shoes. He was driving a blue sedan police believe to be a Magna with distinctive shiny rims.

Window smashed

TWO men threw rocks at the Wonthaggi Mens Shed at 3am on Thursday. A window was smashed as a result. Any information can be given to the Wonthaggi Police Station.

Doors damaged

A ROLLER door and a rear garage door were damaged at a Wonthaggi home. The incident occurred in McBride Avenue at 3am on Thursday. Any information can be given to the Wonthaggi Police Station.

Current affairs: staying true to the newspaper theme of the concert were Lisa Pellin Dancers, back from left, Georgia Anton, Eleanor Scott, Tilly Chalmers, Bella Thorpe, Sasha Chalmers, Laura Richmond and Jackson Patterson. Centre, Cleo Hogan, and front, from left, Tilly Thorpe, Chloe Adkins, Claudia Bolam and Morgan Mitchelson.

Yanakie targeted

TWO burglaries occurred in the Yanakie area last week. These thefts happened between 7pm last Tuesday and 11am on Wednesday. Both burglaries were of buildings on farms and offenders have stolen various items from both addresses. Any information of suspicious activity in the area can be given to the Foster Police or Bass Coast CIU.

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Superstar’s state’s best WONTHAGGI Theatrical Group shone at the Music Theatre Guild of Victoria awards night, winning the prestigious Bruce McBrien Award for the best production of the year, Jesus Christ Superstar.

Leongatha to lose shoe shop LEONGATHA is set to lose its only stand alone shoe shop. After a successful eight years of trading since relaunching, Leongatha ShoeGallery will be closing down from Wednesday December 17. The business has been on the market for eight months with little interest. After being in the shoe retail business for almost 30 years the current owners Ted and Bella Egan are very surprised it hasn't sold. "We were hoping a local family or business minded person would jump at the opportunity to buy the successful business but we have had little interest," Ted said. "We wish to retire so we have no other choice but to close the shop down." The massive clearance sale starts on Wednesday, December 17 at 9am. Ted, Bella and staff would like to thank all their loyal customers and suppliers for their support over the last eight years.

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A contingent of some 33 JC Superstar cast, crew and friends attended the gala awards night on Saturday at the Yarra Valley Grammar and was rewarded with eight awards. These included best direction (Vin Foster Award), Wayne Moloney, settings (Grahame Murphy Award), Tad Hendry, male performer in a leading role (Harold Burrows Award), Tom Green, as Jesus who also collected best first performance in a featured role (Gladys Moncrieff Award), best ensemble performance, design award (Peter BlizzardAllen Award), Tad Hendry and John Cuttriss for the crucifixion scene, and Wonthaggi’s Bend It Like Broadway won best concert/ revue performance. Talking to The Star on Monday, award winning director Wayne Moloney said he was just so “overwhelmed”. For Mr Moloney, it was a dream come true, a production that was two years in the planning. He literally lived, breathed and dreamed about the production and said, “You

don’t do it for the awards; you do it for the passion and love and the recognition is a bonus.” Mr Moloney was full of praise for the Wonthaggi group, which he said is always willing to give new people a go. “It was a first for me as director and I couldn’t have done it without the great support from Louise Adkins. Together we chose 19 year old first time lead Tom Green for the very demanding role of Jesus,” he said. “It was daring but it certainly paid off.” He also praised the great support he has had throughout the year from talented director Colin Mitchell, who he worked with years ago on Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s Jesus Christ Superstar production. He said if he could have wished to win any award, it would have been for the best setting won by Tad Hendry and John Cuttriss. “The thing that knocked out the judges was the Crucifixion scene, mentioned by the judges on the night as a near perfect piece of theatre,” Mr Moloney said. The hotly contested awards saw some 61 productions around the state judged, and Wonthaggi was up against the final 10 best. Another highlight on the night for Mr Moloney was when Tom Green was awarded best male performer in a leading role and won the Gladys

PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 17 Dec 10.00am Wed, 17 Dec 10.40 am - Bald Hills Wind Farm Update ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 17 Dec – 2.00pm 1. Petition – Kongwak Market Traffic Management 2. Assembly of councillors - Nov 3. Cr discretionary fund allocation report 4. Documents/ contracts under CEO delegation - Nov 5. Finance performance report July – Nov 6. Proposed high jump facility 7. PA- 20 Lyrebird Lane Woorarra West 8. PPA- 390 Foley Rd Yanakie - vegetation removal 9. PSA C103 rezone 943/5 Berrys Ck Rd Mirboo Nth 10. PSA C96 - rezone 35-65 Korumburra-Warragul Rd 11. PSA C83 (part 2) rezoning of KICC to zone 3 12. Long term financial strategies 13. Audit committee appointment 14. 2015Council meeting timetable 15. S 86 committee review – Stockyard Gallery 16. S 86 committee review review – Mardan Hall 17. S 86 committee review – Mirboo North hall 18. Approval of tender 'SGC15/25 19. Closed Item – Aust Day awards selection 20. Closed Item – Contractual Matter COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road Maintenance: Leongatha/Leongatha Sth/Welshpool/Hedley/Binginwarri/Walkerville Sth /Cape Liptrap/Bear Gully Drainage Works: McNaughtons Rd & Fitzgeralds Rd, Arawata Reseal Preparation: Grand Ridge Rd, Trida Stabilisation works: Stewarts Rd, Outtrim 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Moncrieff Award for the best first performance in a featured role. Mr Moloney said it was a hot field and Tom’s award took a few by surprise. “He soon silenced any controversy when he blew the audience away with his Gethsemane performance,” he said. “He was awesome.” Mr Moloney said Wonthaggi has developed into a strong and confident company, willing to take risks and always looking to promote new talent. Wonthaggi has won three Gladys Moncrieff Awards in the last four years: Elly Poletti as Fräulein Kost in Cabaret and Jay Nelson, as Moonface Martin in Anything Goes. Another fine performance on the night came from Wonthaggi’s Bend It Like Broadway’s five woman capella group of Elly Poletti, Bron Kalos, Britt Lewis, Sarah-Kate Hanley and Kerryn Morren, that won best concert/revue performance. Mr Moloney said a performance of Old Man River left the audience spellbound. He said the award belongs to the whole team who brought Jesus Christ Superstar to the Wonthaggi stage. Looking ahead, Mr Moloney said he does not have plans to direct another show, but is excited about the line-up of shows to be presented by Wonthaggi in the next few years. That starts with Pippin in 2015 where Tom Green’s brother Corey Green, an apostle in JC, will take on the lead title role as Pippin. Mr Moloney said it will be a first time for Corey taking on a lead role, and said he could follow the family tradition and bring home another Gladys Moncrieff Award.

Super state awards: the cast, crew and friends of Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s Jesus Christ Superstar, Finn and Dale Donohue, Bree McRae, Anne Hemming, Katie and Louise Adkins, Tom Green, Sophie Adkins, Jaz Hendry, Wayne Moloney, Karen Milkins Hendry, Lindy Waldron, Tad Hendry, Judy Wilson, Sophie and John Cuttriss and Rick Pendry, and front Rachel Adkins, Anthea Donohue and Corey Green. They celebrated the theatrical group’s eight state awards at the Music Theatre Guild of Victoria awards night on Saturday.

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Delays: reconstruction of the South Gippsland Highway on the edge of Leongatha is eliciting a range of responses from road users.

Dust and delays as highway saga continues By Stuart Biggins AT last major repairs are underway to the much maligned stretch of the South Gippsland Highway at the western entrance to Leongatha.

The stretch of road has been dug up and rebuilt time and time again to repair persistent potholes that have forced drivers to veer to the wrong side of the road to avoid them. The major repair job now in motion has been welcomed but many have questioned the timing in the busy lead up to Christmas and as holidaymakers add to the volume of traffic on the highway. “Why now when the tourists are starting to come through?” asked Christina Cowie. Most drivers commented on the The Star’s Facebook page they were happy to put up with the inconvenience if the highway was finally fixed.

A spokesperson for VicRoads said the roadworks would be completed before Christmas. “VicRoads understands it is important to the community the section of road on the South Gippsland Highway, west of Leongatha, is well maintained and in good condition, so we are taking action to achieve this,” the spokesperson said. “The warmer and drier weather conditions experienced between November and March are the optimal time for VicRoads to carry out road works, and motorists will see a lot of activity on the major roads in and around the South Gippsland area during this time.” Conditions at night with dust and lack of road markings are making for particularly hazardous driving. “Very unsafe,” said Karlee Bell. Jayson Filomeno added, “My car looks like I’ve been through the desert!”

Rusty Windmill: new owners of Leongatha's Rusty Windmill cafe, from left, Greg and Jo Fennell, Krisha Marchenko holding Liam and Michael Marchenko holding Ronan.

New owners same superb food L E O N G AT H A ' S R u s t y while Krisha does the bookkeeping. available. “We just want a nice quiet place Windmill cafe has new None of the other staff will for people to go and have a coffee,” change. owners who love it so much, “All the staff are going to stay Krisha said. they won't change a thing. exactly the same,” Michael said. The Marchenkos are bringing Krisha and Michael Marchenko, along with Krisha's parents Jo and Greg Fennell of Leongatha, are the new owners of the Rusty Windmill. Michael and Krisha spent time working at a country pub owned by Michael's parents and always wanted their own business. “We've always wanted to do something for ourselves but we didn't think the opportunity would come so quickly,” Krisha said. Michael will manage the business

Council backs foundation’s ball

ORGANISERS of a charity ball intended as a fundraiser asked council for $15,000 – and Bass Coast Shire Council has granted it.

At its meeting on Wednesday, council accepted a memorandum of understanding between the Bass Coast Community Foundation, which proposes to host a 2015 mayoral charity ball. Foundation chairman Martin Keogh said council’s contribution would not go to the ball directly, but rather the foundation’s operational costs in supporting people in need in the community. Mayor Cr Kimberley Brown left the chamber before the discussion, citing conflict of interest. The mayoral ball took place from 2004 to 2012, raising more than $120,000, with the Bass Coast Community Foundation a major beneficiary. The ball ceased in 2013 because the cost to run the event was too high, council’s general manager of governance and organisation development Mark Brady said. He said the foundation now needed council’s financial support to restart the ball. Cr Bradley Drew spoke in favour of committing to the memorandum and sup-

porting the ball. “People networking to assist youth, aged people and new people in our community has got to be a great thing,” he said. “This foundation really does contribute to all sectors of our community.” Cr Neil Rankine said the foundation was at a critical point and needed support now so it could become financially sustainable in the future. “The foundation has a great capacity to help people,” he said. He also pointed out the foundation has charity tax status. Cr Andrew Phillips spoke against the funding, saying it may not be council’s role to provide $15,000 and support in kind for a fundraising ball. However, a majority of councillors supported the motion and it was carried. Foundation chairman Martin Keogh said the ball was the foundation’s only major fundraising exercise. “This year we are looking at new arrangements, with the foundation undertaking a number of responsibilities that were historically the council’s domain,” he said. “The funds the council provides will not be used to cover the running costs of the ball. Attendees and sponsors cover the costs of running the ball through ticket pricing. The funds provided

go towards supporting the foundation’s administration costs, including the salary of our executive officer, who works with many community groups within the shire, and accesses funds from outside of our shire to help with the good work of many within the community. “In the last financial year, the Bass Coast Community Foundation handed out in excess of $100,000. By supporting our administration costs, the council makes a significant investment in our region.” Mr Keogh said funds raised by the ball help the foundation provide opportunities for individuals and groups to overcome disadvantage. “The mayoral ball is not only an important social event; it is an important avenue for individuals and sponsors to support charitable initiatives within the shire,” he said. Asked if the foundation would seek further funding from council in 2016 and 2017, Mr Keogh said, “The Bass Coast Community Foundation has worked in partnership with the council for many years. We will certainly be looking forward to continuing this relationship for the betterment of the Bass Coast Shire. “We will, along with the council, review the mayoral ball operations and seek ways to increase any advantages.”

their sons Ronan, 4, and Liam, 15 months, to live in Leongatha, where Krisha grew up. “It will be good for the boys to grow up here in a country town,” Michael said. The Rusty Windmill will close on December 23 and reopen on January 2. Michael and Krisha are looking forward to seeing you all at the Rusty Windmill in the new year. Follow the Facebook page for further news.

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NEWSPAPERS were at the fore during the Lisa Pellin Dancers end of year concerts on the weekend. Themes for the performances included comics, weather, travel, musical theatre, movies, and births, deaths and marriages. One item featured artists holding up parts of The Star!

WELL known military historian Lieutenant Colonel Neil Smith AM will be guest speaker at the Wonthaggi RSL on Saturday, February 7, 2015. The afternoon will be hosted by the Wonthaggi Genealogical Society. Lt Col Smith spent 24 years in the Army, and since then has researched and compiled publications and articles on servicemen and women and conflicts ranging from the British garrison in Australia to the Boer War, and to both world wars and post 1945 conflicts. MEENIYAN MidWeek Market will be held on Thursday, December 18. Come along to the market in Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan, from 10am to 2pm for a wonderful day

of shopping. Take in the sights and delights of the market day streetscape, where stallholders and store owners will be showcasing their treasurers, organic homegrown produce, handmade soaps, art and more. The market is always held on the third Thursday of the month from 10am2pm. Stallholders can phone Tracey Robertson on 0402 995 063. The market is an initiative of Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association. LEONGATHA Primary School’s Christmas celebration will be held this Thursday, December 18, following Grade 6 presentations at the school. The school community will enjoy morning tea and a concert. BASS Valley Primary School held its final Lunch of Excellence for the year recently to acknowledge students for achieving excellence across reading, writing, physical education and maths. OPERATION Break Up launched by police last week will see many more police on our roads.

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Police have wasted no time breathtesting drivers at a mobile station set up at the Inverloch roundabout on Monday night, December 8. Police have zero tolerance for drivers who flout the road rules this festive season. Last December, 30 people died on Victorian roads and 17 a day were seriously injured. Already this month four people have been killed on the roads, bringing the state’s road toll this year to 240 deaths. This is a time of celebration so drive safely and don’t drink and drive. GUEST speaker Laura Thorbeck presented science awards to a few students from each year level at Leongatha Primary School on Friday, December 5. Ms Thorbeck, a vet, spoke to the group about using science in her job. LOCH Primary School has secured the services of a postgraduate teaching student from Shanghai, China, who is joining the school to support its cultural studies and language program in 2015. The school is looking

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for assistance with Li’s accommodation while she is working at the school. The benefits of hosting someone from another culture and country are enormous. If any community members are interested in hosting Li for a period of time, they are asked to contact the school. SOUTH Gippsland and Bass Coast Shire Council’s flags flew at half mast on Friday out of respect for former Victorian Government Minister Lynne Kosky. A state funeral for Ms Kosky was held on Friday.

Festive cheer in Meeniyan: the oval and surrounds were in perfect condition for the MDU Football Netball Club when the club hosted a community Christmas party on Friday night. There were loads of activities, music, vintage cars and hot food to enjoy. Pictured having their go at hoops are, back, Irene Thorson, Jasmin Mackie and Ella Jones, and front, Zara Jones, Kirra Jones, Ava Lord and Grace Guy.

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Sounding sweet: the senior and junior choirs of St Laurence’s Primary School entertained the lunchtime crowd in Leongatha last Wednesday with a rendition of Christmas carols in McCartin Street.

Christmas joy: thanks to Terry White Chemists, Leongatha children less fortunate will not miss out this Christmas. The Terry White Chemists group has donated loads of new toys and Leongatha’s store is part of the group sharing the toys this year. On Monday the toys were collected, with distributions starting this week. Pictured from left are Fred Clark and Kat Hobbs, collecting for the Salvation Army, with Nick Anagnostou, owner of Leongatha’s Terry White Chemists.

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Inverloch proposal rejected By Laura Gibb

BASS Coast Shire Council has denied a developer a permit to build 31 apartments and townhouses at 35 Sandy Mount Avenue, Inverloch. The decision was taken at council’s December meeting on Wednesday at the Heritage Centre, Cowes. Eighteen of the pro-

posed dwellings were apartments and 13 townhouses. The rectangular site is located on the southwest corner of Sandy Mount Avenue and Golf Street, and has a street frontage of 50.3 metres to Sandy Mount Avenue and 65.5 metres to Golf Street. Neighbouring landowners and occupiers were notified of the application and council received 12 objections.

Objections covered issues including traffic movement along Golf Street; over development of the site; the height of the buildings; insufficient car parking; and the inappropriate character of the development compared with the existing neighbourhood. Council officers determined “the proposal does not fit with the existing or preferred neighbourhood character.” The proposal was also

considered to be an overdevelopment of the site and the building height of 10.2 metres was deemed unacceptable. Cr Jordan Crugnale proposed an alternative motion to defer a decision until the applicant could be invited to present to council, because she said getting the development right was important to the people of Inverloch. However, the alternative motion was defeated.

Although council refused the permit, councillors encouraged the

developer to address the problems with the application and try again.

“I encourage the applicant to come back,” Cr Bradley Drew said.

Reputable tunes: from left, Mia Dyson, Liz Stringer and Jen Cloher brought their live music spectacular to the Meeniyan Hall on Friday night. The show continued the series of first class concerts presented by the local volunteers of the Lyrebird Arts Council. Photo: Graeme Wilson.

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OPINIONS

Time to listen

NAPTIME is over. Well done team(s). After all that hard work we might not have exactly the result we wanted but the people of Bass district have sent a strong message for change. Now the hard work really starts. If we are to get the schools, hospitals, roads and employment opportunities that we, and our families, deserve we need to stay active and vocal. The more people attend rallies and complain to their representatives the more attention we, as a community, will receive.

Analysis of the latest results can support several “what if” scenarios but the obvious lesson to be learnt is that well organised, long term grass roots campaigns supporting decent candidates can counter profligate spending on signs and glossy mailouts if voters are engaged. The issues in this electorate have not changed. The likelihood is that we will receive some more funding but we need to monitor progress and maintain the pressure. Good politicians listen all the time. This time we achieved an eight per cent swing against the

E D I T O R I A L Wishing our teens all the best NO doubt sighs of relief were exclaimed in households across South Gippsland yesterday (Monday), as Year 12 students obtained their VCE results. The overall figures suggest the region’s teens have a lot to be proud of after a year of persistence and patience that marked the end of their formal schooling. Whether they were happy or disappointed with their results, the former students now have the chance to reflect on their futures. For some, their scores will have guaranteed them pathways into the courses and/or careers of their choosing, while others will either review their career paths or look for other ways to pursue their dreams. That is the beauty of the world around us: a school leaver’s future does not depend on one single number – an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank - determining the rest of their lives. South Gippslanders have gone on to make this community a better place through their jobs and their community involvement, while others have left the area to make an impact upon life beyond the rolling green hills. Take today’s story about former Korumburra man Paul Cousins, who has been elected to the board of the Essendon Football Club. He had a vision and he achieved it, and is an example of South Gippslanders accomplishing great feats. The region is fortunate to offer young people access to a quality education throughout a diversity of public and private secondary colleges, supported by teachers driven to helping their students expand their knowledge, talents and skills. What our young women and men make of their lives next is of their choosing, and wherever they go and whatever they do, family and friends back home will be there to support and celebrate them.

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incumbent party. Next state election a six percent swing will unseat the member. A lot of promises have been made; let’s see how many are kept. At most, there are two years left before the next federal election. Hopefully the members for Flinders and McMillan are listening. The ‘Infrastructure Prime Minister’ should know we don’t support the Hastings development proposals, the $7 co-payment, higher university fees and higher fuel prices. One thing that occurs to me in regards to ‘what if’ in relation to election results is that over four percent of voters don’t cast a valid vote. There are also a number of people who deliberately remain unenrolled. That’s a lot votes to be mined if someone can work out how. Certainly some informal votes are accidental but there seems to be a chasm of disengagement to be overcome. The first step is to make everyone realise how valuable their vote is. Geoff Ellis, Wattle Bank.

Pipi action plea

WE HAVE moved permanently to Venus Bay as from 2010, and have seen this place rapidly deteriorating each year, particularly during the Christmas holiday period. An article in The Matter of Fact newsletter states: “Vicki Bradley, social planning officer, South Gippsland Shire Council, is interested to hear from the community about the impact of increased seasonal populations on our coastal towns.” Yes, of course improvement is needed. Most issues are related to pipis hunters. Yes, we have heard it all before, with inspectors on the job, etc, but this hasn’t and will not resolve the problem, full stop. And all of those parking signs are totally neglected. Yes, police will issue parking fines but this will only affect a couple or few out of many hundreds, if not thousands. I was personally involved in a major campaign some years back in Melbourne’s Boronia - a severe campaign which lasted five years and more - but the end result was victory. The campaign was to do with the Boronia intersection for the lowering of the railway crossing. I was the instigator of the

campaign and formed a committee named the BBCTR (Boronia and The Basin Concerned Traders and Residents) that launched the campaign. The only way to be heard was to be nominated as an independent candidate for the then state election and this was what attracted the politicians’ interest. They could not afford to lose a seat so they delivered and we got there. As a result of our success, we were nominated for a National Community Link award. About a year ago I advised a couple of committees in Venus Bay battling to resolve this pipis issue. My suggestion was to nominate a person in that committee to run as an independent candidate, and try to get support from one of the major parties to listen and deliver. Deliver what you may ask? Legislation to forbid pipi hunters from collecting pipis during Christmas holiday season or impose some kind of time restrictions. There is no other way to end this continuous trauma. There was a person who was ready to run at this last election but for some unknown reason this did not eventuate. Now it appears back to square one. They are all coming back to hunt for pipis and everyone living here who has relatives come down and enjoy a nice break have to suffer. In Atherton Street last year, it took people visiting relations or home owners in that street over one hour to reach their home. Before too long, the anger of local residents or holidaymakers is going to reach such a point that things will start to get real ugly. In case of someone drowning at number one beach, there will not be room for the lifeguard to navigate to reach anyone in danger. With all the holes all over the place, it looks like bombs have landed everywhere. Everyone digging for pipis is an absolute disaster. So please let us not make any more or other excuses as how to resolve this problem in any other way. Let’s put an end to this trauma and allow sincere holidaymakers to come and have an enjoyable time in our beautiful resort. George Gabriel, Venus Bay.

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WHILST councillors of Bass Coast Shire have the ultimate accountability in passing local laws, it is surely not unreasonable

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for Inverloch residents to expect a rational explanation as to how decisions are reached. At the December 10 council meeting, council was asked to name the particular wildlife species at risk 100 metres or more up the beach from Screw Creek that justified a permanent ban on onleash dogs in the area, and what evidence was considered when coming to a decision. Given council’s avoidance of the question, it is not unreasonable to assume the only ‘fact’ considered was Cr Crugnale’s unsubstantiated, and frankly ridiculous, claim wildlife up to 700 metres from Screw Creek is at risk from “even the scent of” an on-leash dog. For the record, most birds have a poor sense of smell. What next? Will someone have their planning permission denied because of the potential threat to the fairies that live at the end of the garden? Keith Finney, Inverloch.

fice working without administration support even though when funds raised by the local office go into the overall coffers, a chunk is taken for their administration. This year there is no money from head office for a Christmas party, even though we see this as vital not only for participants, families, volunteers and staff, but also to thank the community that have supported us throughout the year. As a fundraiser and volunteer, I was upset to find out head office does not see these gathering as important as we do. Community members who would like to visit Yooralla, Leongatha can book into the community cafes that are on a couple of times a month, so come meet these wonderful young people of Yooralla, Leongatha. Janne McPhie, Yooralla volunteer.

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AT COUNCIL elections we have the democratic right to vote for someone to represent us the residents in council, which has worked reasonably well in the Bass Coast Shire up until the 2012 council elections. Then we got some councillors who simply had their own agenda, representing the residents and democracy has been totally ignored, as we have seen with the Inverloch dogs on beach saga. Two years of voluntary work by residents on a community advisory DAMAC totally ignored, and the most recent consultation group for a reported $50,000 totally ignored and money wasted. This is not a democracy, it is a councillor’s own agenda. The health and wellbeing of residents was impacted and this also discriminated against the aged and disabled do not come onto their consideration, with more confusing and lacking common sense dog rules introduced. The area east of Cuttriss Street to the end of the foreshore camping area is totally banned for dogs for no reason. This area isn’t environmentally sensitive or doesn’t have a lot of people using it, and makes it an ideal place to walk your dog. I’m not sure if shires are able to call early council elections but I feel this is what the Bass Coast Shire needs urgently, just to get democracy back to Bass Coast. Robert Scott, Inverloch.

AS A VOLUNTEER involved in Yooralla, Leongatha, I was devastated by the abuse caused to clients at other sites of the Yooralla organisation. I decided to write this letter after receiving a letter from Yooralla’s Head office which stated “the media reports have re-visited past issues of abuse and is deeply distressing to many people”. Surely if they had handled the situation appropriately in the past there would not have been a media report. My experience of Yooralla, Leongatha has been totally rewarding and enjoyable catching up with the participants and staff regularly. The enthusiasm of the staff and participants emanates throughout their busy office where participants are trained to their abilities for employment or to be part of our community. The happy and busy environment could not be more different from the sad and upsetting reports in the media. Yooralla, Leongatha run a successful catering business and each participant has a professional program of work to aim for throughout the year. In the six years of my involvement, participants have gone from strength to strength often in the face of ever decreasing funding from the Yooralla head office. This has meant the local of-

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Interchange celebrates By Laura Gibb INTERCHANGE Gippsland celebrated year’s end and Christmas with a family day out at the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi on Saturday. Around 300 people attended the event organised by Interchange, a service for

children and young adults with disabilities, and their families. “We’ve had great mine tours and great music,” manager of Wonthaggi Young Adult Service Heidi Gratton said. “We’ve had lots of volunteers come today, which is always spectacular.” Attendees enjoyed baked potatoes for lunch and visits from Elmo, Dora the Explorer and the big man himself.

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Countdown to route unveiling THE detailed design of a proposal to remove trucks from Leongatha’s Bair Street could be revealed in February 2015.

VicRoads expects to present the plans for the Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternate Route to the public then, with final work now underway. Leongatha South resident Paul Norton last Wednesday presented South

Gippsland Shire Council with a copy of a letter from VicRoads’ operations manager Henry Lam, outlining works for the route. Traffic lights with pedestrian activated signals are planned at the intersection of Long Street and Nerrena Road. From this intersection, a three metre wide shared path is proposed along the western side of Long Street to join a path in Bennett Street, the access to the railway station.

A 1.5m wide footpath will be built along the eastern side of Long Street between A’Beckett and Jeffrey streets to link to existing paths. Pedestrian crossing locations at the intersection of Roughead and Long streets are now being designed. Mr Norton is worried about the risk of a collision between a truck and a pedestrian at Jeffrey Street, where he understood the speed limit would be 60km/h.

Save our trees SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been urged to not lop cypress trees at the Yanakie Caravan Park.

At tomorrow’s (Wednesday) meeting, council will debate whether to approve a permit to remove non-indigenous vegetation around the park and replace it with native species. The permit application is from council itself, as council manages the park. The proposal attracted 34 objections. A long term resident at the park, Jeff Clark of Poowong, objected to the removal of the Monterey Cypress, saying the trees provided shelter from harsh winds and consumed rain, preventing flooding. The former chairman of Gippsland Regional Tourism and a caravan park assessor

said the trees were “doing a big job down there”. He said council may replace the cypresses with other trees, but these would take 10 to 12 years to grow to a size where they were effective. “Each cypress tree could be sucking up to 1200 megalitres of water a year,” Mr Clark said. He suggested every second cypress be removed and replaced with a fast growing native tree to ease the impact of howling winds. Mr Clark suggested council remove casuarina trees instead. He said these were sending roots under his van and growing too high. Mr Clark said limbs have fallen during windy conditions.

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Ryan to watch Labor on CSG By Brad Lester GIPPSLAND South MLA Peter Ryan will watch the new Labor Government’s approach to coal seam gas with interest.

Speaking at the declaration of the Gippsland South poll in Leongatha last week, Mr Ryan said he expected Labor’s past track record on the issue would influence the government’s future decisions. The controversial gas extraction process of fracking was last carried out in Victoria in 2009 under the watch of the then Labor Government. Mr Ryan was responding to comments from independent candidate for Gippsland South, Phil Piper, who ran on an anti-CSG ticket. Mr Piper said, “I hope the new gov-

ernment will take the issue that I was running on more seriously than the Coalition Government did.” Mr Ryan pledged to serve the Gippsland South electorate, and lobby Labor to fulfil his pre-election pledges of rebuilding Korumburra Secondary College and upgrading Leongatha Secondary College. “It’s up to me to ride them about these projects and I will,” he said. Mr Ryan had received 57.69 percent of first preference votes, ahead of Labor’s 21.67 per cent and Mr Piper’s three per cent. He said The Nationals may receive government funding despite losing third party status after not winning enough seats at the election. The funding was dependent on a decision by the new Premier Daniel Andrews. The party elected a new leader in Peter Walsh after Mr Ryan stood down. New Euroa MP Steph Ryan was named

deputy. Nationals’ Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O’Brien paid tribute to Mr Ryan as a great servant of country Victoria. Mr Ryan recently stood down as party leader in Victoria. “Peter Ryan took on the leadership of the party in very dark times after the fall of the Kennett Government and refocused The Nationals onto our core task of representing the interests of country people,” Mr O’Brien said. “Despite the many doomsayers, he rebuilt the party into a strong force that ultimately led to the election of the Coalition Government in 2010 with The Nationals in the balance of power position. “Using that influence, he delivered the unprecedented $1 billion Regional Growth Fund that has helped create jobs and developed local infrastructure throughout the country areas of the state.”

Please listen, ask objectors By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been urged to refuse a planning permit application for a property at Woorarra West.

Rivals unite: independent candidate Phil Piper (left) of Mirboo North and re-elected Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan shake hands after the formal declaration of the poll in Leongatha.

Objectors voiced concerns about animals, a septic system, and health and environmental impacts. The permit applicant is seeking a permit to use

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a house, use the land for a rural industry and develop a shed. As part of the application, food will be processed on site and will include jams, pickles, meat and other food. Council will consider the matter at tomorrow’s (Wednesday’s) council meeting in Leongatha. Objector Vivienne Jones said approving the application would “be sanctioning the fragmentation of our once harmonious community”. “How can a development that uses every square metre of that development for such diverse uses be sus-

tainable?” she asked. Another objector, Don Borthwick, said he had lived at Woorarra West for 27 years. He said chickens from the property in question roam his land, and had brought rats and snakes, as well as a smell. He said he had been told by a real estate agent his property had been devalued by $65,000, despite the fact he returned once open paddock to forest. “I just feel all the time and effort I have put in is irrelevant,” Mr Borthwick said. Council’s director of development services Bryan

Sword said many issues needed addressing but were not within the realm of the planning department. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said he would not be surprised if the matter ended up at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). The current owners illegally converted an existing shed to a dwelling and after a council investigation, are now seeking a permit. The land is currently being used to farm free range poultry: chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, quails and guinea fowl.

Rates in the spotlight By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is working to reduce the level of next year’s rate rise.

Mayor Cr Jeanette Harding declared just that when she responded to a claim by an aggrieved farmer that higher rates under council’s new rating strategy were unfair and unsustainable. Norm Geary faced a 54.2 per cent increase in rates for a 3.9ha parcel of land with a house and paddocks at Boorool, north of Leongatha, amounting to a rise of over $700. The land was previously zoned farming but under the rating strategy, has been rezoned to general residential. Cr Harding said the increase was “shocking”. Mr Geary told last Wednesday’s public presentation session in the council chamber,

“What do I get for my money? I do not get much at all. There would not be one ratepayer that would be happy with rising rates every year. “You the elected representatives should be considering a smaller rate rise.” Cr Don Hill felt the increase was a mistake and said the land should still be zoned farming. Mr Geary, a cattle carrier, said through his work he encountered farmers unable to afford continual rate rises. “I’m a little bit worried that next year rates could be worse than this year, so I’m saying councillors you have got to get your house in order,” he said. Mr Geary urged council to revise how many people it employs and also whether council was involved in too many endeavours, with some more suitable for private enterprise. Across all his properties, Mr Geary will pay rates of $10,420 this financial year.

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Chief: attitude change will protect women THE Committee for Gippsland has capped off a big year with its annual general meeting and launch of a new strategic plan.

Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Ken Lay was the keynote speaker at the AGM in Traralgon, focussing his address on violence against women. Committee for Gippsland CEO Mary Aldred said family violence and violence against women was an issue that impacted on every part of the community. “This is an issue that requires local leadership, and a change in attitude,” said Ms Aldred. Chief Commissioner Lay said, “This is not something Victoria Police arrests can take care of. We’ve actually got to change the attitudes about how men treat women, how they understand the causes of violence and their sense of entitlement to assault women. “There’s no doubt enforcement is a very important part of reducing family violence, so that’s charging people, taking them before the courts and holding them accountable. “But there’s this other piece where we’ve got to get down the other end. We’ve got to prevent the offending occurring in the first place.” More than 60 members of the Committee for Gippsland attended the meeting, where two new board members were welcomed: Dr Harry

Ballis from Federation University and Lynda Bertoli from Sage Technology. Also launched at the AGM was the new Committee for Gippsland Strategic Plan. In 2011, the Committee for Gippsland released its inaugural strategic plan, with an anniversary date of 2014. This year, C4G extensively engaged with its members to prepare and publish the Committee for Gippsland’s new strategic plan. “Our new strategic plan comprehensively lists the aims and objectives the Committee for Gippsland believes are essential to further develop Gippsland’s economic and community potential,” Ms Aldred said. “These aims will provide tangible outcomes for Gippsland, and we are already working hard to achieve them.” The top priorities for 2015 to 2017 are securing a business case and eventually funding for a new hospital for West Gippsland, focusing on investment in roads and transport infrastructure for the region, including the full duplication of the Princes Highway from Traralgon to Sale, and upgrading the South Gippsland Highway. The group also wants to achieve full funding for the Macalister Irrigation District’s 2030 revitalisation project and the Phillip Island Nature Park’s Summerland’s Peninsula Infrastructure Master Plan.

Driving Gippsland: Committee for Gippsland board members, from left, deputy chair, Jon McNaught from GHD, Dr Harry Ballis from Federation University, Robert Radford from Radfords Meats, Lynda Bertoli from Sage Technology, Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Ken Lay, Toni Wakefield from Safetech Tieman Solutions, David Lowe from Business Insight Group, and chairman Harry Rijs from Patties Foods. C4G will continue to advocate for Lakes Entrance to host the National Surf Life Saving Championships, and is continuing to work with the Lakes Entrance Surf Club on that priority. Higher education, skills, agribusiness and food processing in the

region are also high priorities for the Committee for Gippsland. The Committee for Gippsland also reported on its other activities for the year, which included hosting seven events with Victorian Government ministers and seven events with

Victorian shadow ministers throughout the year, and a strong agenda of policy and submissions work to government discussion papers, including the Federal Government’s higher education reforms and the Victorian Budget Consideration Process.

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John Duff & Co Pty Ltd will continue the focus of servicing the local fuel needs of Foster and the greater South Gippsland Region.

We are proud of our achievements in the past and excited to announce that we will be entering into an agreement with Liberty Oils and Shell. This new agreement will see the company grow beyond our current delivery capacity to meet the energy requirements of future customers beyond Gippsland and well into the future.

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The rebranding of the Foster site to the Shell Foster will commence from the 9th of December 2014. This is an exciting time for both the Company and Ian Rogers, our Foster based Commission Agent who will continue to provide his customers with superior driveway service and a friendly convenience store offer.

During the rebranding process, Ian and his team at the Shell Foster site will continue to offer the same great driveway service that they have for years. The installation of the new Shell brand at the site will not interfere with the delivery of product or service at the site.

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Tower ready for summer By Sarah Vella THE Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club’s new patrol tower is now in place and is expected to be fully operational by Christmas. Giving time: kind hearted teacher John Ward is surrounded by gifts that have been placed under Wardy’s Christmas Trees at Newhaven College. The gifts will be distributed by the Wonthaggi Salvation Army to families in need this Christmas.

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NOW in its fifteenth year, Wardy’s Christmas Tree is a Newhaven College giving tradition started by kind hearted teacher, John Ward. Each year John is overwhelmed by the generosity of families who place gifts under the tree. “When I arrived at Newhaven College 16 years ago, I was amazed at how many families were in need,” he said. “It reminded me of my own childhood when Christmas could be a tough time, so I decided to do something to help. “It brings me so much joy to deliver the gifts to the Salvation Army in Wonthaggi and think of all the local children who will have a smile on their face on Christmas Day.” The number of families donating gifts increases each year and members of the public also come in to place a gift under the tree. Each Newhaven College campus has its own tree and the students love checking the presents to see what has been donated. “Learning about the giving tree encourages our students to think of others,” John said. “It is a living example of our college values of respect, empathy and responsibility they can relate to.” Although John was on long service leave in semester two, he still came to school to make sure Wardy’s Christmas Tree was a success.

The club had one season without a tower and president of the club Angela Malan said the new building will really improve the role of lifeguards this season. “It will be better for patrolling, it will provide shelter for lifeguards and the volunteer life savers and somewhere to store our equipment, and it will increase the area we can patrol,” she said. “It is just the way the beach is at Inverloch. Some days when we have a high tide, we can’t get on the beach but from the tower we can have full visibility and see what people are up to on the water.” On behalf of the club, Ms Malan thanks local builder Kane Worthy and said, “He has been amazing working all hours to get it finished; it’s been quite a project.” Expected to cost around $100,000, the tower was funded by a $70,000 grant from the former State Government, with the remainder contributed by the club. Around 20 new volunteer life savers were welcomed to the Inverloch club recently, after they completed the requirements to earn a bronze medallion. “The bronze medallion teaches patrolling skills, radio skills, board and tube rescues and more,” Ms Malan said. “The successful participants become fully qualified to patrol the beach as volunteer life savers and will become part of Inverloch’s patrol team.” The Nippers program starts at Inverloch on December 29 and runs for two weeks. More than 200 nippers, aged from under seven to under 14, will be on the surf beach for the duration of the program. The surf life saving club will be hosting its annual open day on Sunday, January 4 between 11am and 2pm. Ms Malan said the open day was a great op-

Well built: Justin Smith, Ray O’Flaherty, Kane Worthy and Leigh Johnstone put a lot of time and effort into erecting the new patrol tower for the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club. portunity for the public to have a look at the club house and talk to lifeguards. “People can ask questions about joining the club, see how we operate and look around the club house,” she said.

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Community renews its CSG vows POOWONG became the first town in Victoria to declare itself coal and coal seam gas free nearly two years ago.

Standing ground: Poowong residents reconfirm their opposition to coal seam gas.

Now the people of the town have renewed their commitment to remain gasfield free. “Our local group thought we would gather here at our sign to add some Christmas cheer and celebrate the fact our community is still coal seam gas free,” resident Wendy Davis said last week. Two years on from completing an extensive community survey in Poowong, Poowong North and Poowong East, Poowong locals, joined by friends from Mirboo North are celebrating the area is still gasfield free.

The community survey conducted in late 2012 that asked more than 550 locals “Did they want to declare Poowong Coal and Coal Seam Gas Free?” saw an overwhelming 95 per cent say “yes”. Since Poowong was declared gasfield free in February 2013, another 45 communities from Gippsland and Western Victoria have also been declared, bringing the state total to 46 communities. Communities from across the state were inspired by the lead Poowong took and are sending a clear message from Warrnambool to Metung gasfields are not welcome here. “We think it’s an amazing achievement that 46 communities have now been declared gasfield free in Victoria and it shows people power really works,” resident Hannah Alquier said.

Police warning AN INCREASE in fatalities on Victorian waters last summer has police pleading for people to take care.

Nine lives were lost in marine related incidents throughout the boating and summer season, up from five deaths the year before. Water Police Senior Sergeant Mark O’Rourke said the most common causes were drownings and vessel collisions. “Last summer was a particularly bad season with nine lives claimed on the water, six of these occurred in January alone,” he said. “We also had 16 serious injuries caused by marine incidents. “Summer is officially here and we know there will be more people using the waterways for recreational purposes.” Sgt O’Rourke said police were concerned people were not taking adequate precautions while undertaking water activities. “Fatal or serious incidents don’t just happen in open water or out in the bays; things can easily go wrong in any type of water including lakes, inlets, rivers and

basins,” he said. “Everyone has the responsibility to put their safety first. “Something as simple as wearing a lifejacket, obeying the speed limit and conducting regular equipment checks can mean the difference between life and death. “If you’re heading out on the water in the coming months, please take care and respect others. “Police will issue serious fines to anyone found breaking the law.” Top rules for water safety: • let someone know before you go – tell a family member or friend where you are going and how long you will be; • always have plenty of fuel on board to allow for a return journey; • check the weather forecast before departure – If in doubt, don’t go out; • conduct regular safety checks on vessels to ensure your vessel is safe; • pack appropriate safety equipment such as personal floatation devices; • don’t drink and drive on the water; and • observe and obey speed restrictions.

Out, about: bright skies and smiling faces greeted the members of the Inverloch Community House Walkie Talkies on their latest trip last Monday week, December 8. A trek up the winding pathways to Townsend Bluff, with a stop on the bridge for a compulsory photo shoot wearing the traditional Santa hats along the way, completed a perfect morning out with friends.

Mayor’s message Cr Jeanette Harding IT WAS council’s pleasure to host a thank you event recently for the 800 plus army of shire volunteers who work directly with council to deliver a myriad of services to our residents. We took the opportunity to celebrate on International Volunteers Day with a morning tea and movie for them at the cinema. It is difficult to show appreciation commensurate with the contribution of our volunteers, but we hope they all understand the immense gratitude of council and the whole community for their part in making South Gippsland such a warm and caring place to live. These marvellous people help us with the delivery of Meals on Wheels, driving our HACC clients to medical appointments near and far, maintaining our nature reserves, and assisting at our visitor information centres and Coal Creek. So to you all, thank you again. You make such a difference! Community grants presentation nights are always a happy affair when council has the opportunity to work in partnership with community groups to achieve their goals. Last Wednesday we distributed $146,000 to 28 groups which resulted in a lot of delighted folk. NBN Co has just released the latest update on their roll-out for the next 18 months. Added to the list for South Gippsland are Mirboo North and Foster (surrounds). The Foster one does not include the town itself but adjacent areas and will be delivered by fixed wireless. The technology for delivering the services to Mirboo North has not been announced yet but will be worked out during the planning phase.

I attended a meeting of the South Gippsland Safe Freight Network the other night. Attended by Highway Patrol Police, transport industry drivers and operators, this group has been working hard to reduce the number of crashes involving heavy vehicles in the area. Their Gippsland wide safety campaign called Truckies Lighting up for Safety has been recognised by the Australian Council of Road Safety. The campaign resulted in an 84 per cent reduction in casualty crashes involving trucks, compared to the previous year. Building on this success the group continues to engage truck drivers while building partnerships between industry, Police, VicRoads and local government in all parts of Gippsland. A word of warning was mentioned in relation to the reliance on GPS navigation systems and the problems some of the interstate truck drivers are finding themselves in by following these. They suggested people check maps before heading off into new areas to ensure the roads are actually suitable. New signage has been placed at the Port Welshpool boat ramp car park to clarify the terms of use. While tickets can be purchased at the machine on site, you do have the option to purchase daily or season tickets at the Port Welshpool General Store and Caravan Park, in person at council or over the phone using your credit card. Officers will then offer to email your ticket or post it out to you. The precinct does get extremely busy over the summer holidays when those with a boat naturally want to enjoy the beautiful waters of Wilsons Promontory and surrounds.

Future’s bright: Daniel Wylie now holds a horticulture certificate and enjoys a job with employer Chris Whelan.

Persistence pays off for Daniel DANIEL Wylie of Korumburra is proof it doesn’t matter how challenging something might seem, with persistence and planning you can pull it off. The 21 year old has successfully completed a Certificate III in Horticulture at his workplace at Whelan Mowing and Garden Care with mentoring support and workplace training delivered by Community College Gippsland. CCG horticulture trainer Yvonne Clothier said Daniel was a hard worker and good with his hands but had experienced past difficulty with academic learning.

Through the Australian Government’s DAAWS program, Daniel was eligible for mentoring support to assist his traineeship and undertake a Certificate III Horticulture in his workplace. “This made a big difference to Daniel as he was able to receive oneon-one mentoring assistance with the written components of the course which he was initially challenged by,” Ms Clothier said. She said a structured routine and working stage by stage through units of study helped Daniel to focus, increase his confidence, and succeed. Chris Whelan employed Daniel four years ago as his first apprentice. He said Daniel had worked hard to develop his skills to now become

fully qualified. “Daniel’s achievement shows what you can achieve when you put head down and have a crack at it,” he said. Daniel said he was proud to have successfully completed a Certificate III Horticulture. “I love the work I do and to now have an accredited qualification is a really good feeling,” he said. For more information on the Disabled Australian Apprentice Wage Support program (DAAWS) program visit: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au or phone 132 717. For more information on Community College Gippsland workplace training and courses visit www.ccg. asn.au or phone 5622 6000.

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Leave early to beat fire SOUTH Gippslanders are being urged to ‘Leave and Live’ this fire season, as the state prepares for a long, hot summer. Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Emergency Services, Jane Garrett, joined Emergency Management Commissioner, Craig Lapsley, at the State Control Centre to launch this year’s Summer Fire Campaign. The campaign features a new TV commercial that will air across Victoria, encouraging people to leave early before a fire instead of adopting a ‘wait and see’ approach. The commercial aims to capture the feeling of uncertainty of waiting and seeing what will happen next – a situation that too many Victorians find themselves in each summer.

Last summer, more than 4600 bushfires and grassfires burned across the state and this year’s forecasts indicate a fire season more active than the last. CFA research following the 2013-14 season found that three quarters of Victorians believe they will be told when to leave by emergency services. Mr Lapsley, who features in the new commercial, said this suggests that people are waiting for a fire truck to show up at their house or to receive a warning on their phone before they act. The commercial also mentions that four out of five bushfire deaths happen close to home. Mr Andrews said, “Too many Victorians wait until the last minute to flee from danger. This year’s Summer Fire Campaign will send a message loud and

clear: don’t leave it too late. “No one should expect our hardworking CFA crews to make door-to-door house calls when they’re trying to save lives and fight fires.” Ms Garrett said people too often leave it too late to get out. “This summer, it’s your responsibility to understand your fire risk, monitor the conditions around you, and know what you’re going to do if a fire starts,” she said. “Sometimes it isn’t possible to leave early but what we’re asking Victorians to do is to plan and prepare now to reduce the risk.”

Don’t risk it: the Victorian Government is urging people to leave their homes sooner rather than later if threatened by fire.

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Relaunch

Milestone for Meeniyan jewellers ON December 4, Meeniyan’s Lacy Jewellery Studio celebrated 10 years of business.

Danielle Lacy said the 10th birthday celebrations coincided with an extension and full renovation completed by Trease builders in Meeniyan. “Gill Trease and his team were fantastic to work with and did a beautiful job with wonderful attention to detail,” she said. “We celebrated our 10 year milestone with a small party in our studio to thank our wonderful staff for their amazing loyalty and commitment, Trease Builders for their superb job on the renovation and family and friends. “We all enjoyed catering provided by Jayne Scott from Avonleigh Fine Foods.” Danielle and Phil are so pleased with their new spacious premises. “It has a clean, crisp, contemporary feel while retaining the beauty and charm of the original building,” Danielle said. “We have a bigger workshop and a

consulting room, and a ramp at the side to allow easy access for people with mobility issues and prams. “Our cabinets are filled with stunning pieces of jewellery all ready for Christmas. The studio has never looked so good!” Danielle said the jewellery at Lacy’s is unique and of superb quality. “Gold, silver, diamonds, coloured gemstones; we have so much variety,” she said. “We have a lovely selection of diamond rings perfect for engagements and many options below $100 that make lovely Christmas presents. “We also have a number of rose gold pieces that are very popular at the moment.” Danielle and Phil would like to take this opportunity to thank all their loyal customers for making it possible for them to celebrate this milestone. “We really love having the opportunity to offer beautiful jewellery to South Gippsland and beyond,” Danielle said.

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Park’s history remembered By Sarah Vella TERENCE Edey, who now lives in Queensland, used to live with his family on the farm that eventually became Mossvale Park in Berrys Creek.

Memory lane: Rodney Emmerson (left) from the Mossvale Park Advisory Committee and Terence Edey (right) from Queensland, during his recent return to Mossvale Park. He brought his son and his wife to visit the park too. Right, Checking trees: from left, Royal Botanic Gardens senior horticultural botanist Roger Spencer, Heritage Victoria heritage officer (horticulturist) John Hawker, and Mossvale Park Advisory Committee members Coral Hughes, Dick Lester and Rodney Emmerson looking at one of the original 1890 to1900 period trees in Mossvale Park, discussing taxonomy and remediation strategies.

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He visited the park recently with his family to see some of the changes that have occurred since his last visit in 1995. From 1930 to 1945, The Edey family farmed Moss Vale (as it was formerly known), which operated mainly as a dairy farm. “We milked 100 cows there, but Dad ran some sheep as well. In 1938 he sold the dairy herd, and turned it into a cattle and sheep property,” Mr Edey said. “My father was a very active farmer and a good developer of land. He developed 100 acres of the flat country.” When the Edeys lived at Moss Vale, there were no bridges to access around 200 acres of land over the river. “Dad put two bridges in, which were both washed away in the 1934 floods. After that he got a flood damage grant and put a bridge in where it is now,” Mr Edey said. “He also developed 100 acres of pasture across the river. He turned it from a pretty rough dairy farm, into a good dairy farm.” Mr Edey said it is not just the park that has significant trees. “A lot of the hills were also planted with exotic trees. Most

of the hills are still partly uncleared, but there are some that were ringbarked and burnt in the 1880s, so there is a lot of logs and stumps,” he said. Mr Edey was excited to return to Mossvale Park. “I had my son and his wife with me, so I wanted to show them the place. We went in for a quick look and happened to run into a few people from the advisory committee,” he said. “It is very clear which is pretty good to see and the surrounds have changed also; a lot of the country on the road side has been cleared up.” Mr Edey said many of the trees in the park have more than doubled in size. “Some of the gum trees on the river bank have more than doubled in size. They would have to be over 100 years old,” he said. “It’s a wonderful spot. It is quite incredible the way the park has been developed.” Mr Edey said in the days when his family owned the property, the area that is now Mossvale Park was used as a camping and picnic ground. “All through the time we were there, it had public access,” he said. After the Edeys sold the property, the next owners decided to sell some of the land to South Gippsland Shire Council, that now manages the park. The Mossvale Park Advisory Committee is currently working with various experts to identify the trees within the park to create an accurate list.

Extensive range: from left, Darren Fox, Jo Stewart and Francis Wass of Hartley Wells Betta Home Living, Leongatha, with the latest generation ultra HD 4K television.

Christmas wrapped up at Hartley Wells COME in to Hartley Wells Betta Home Living for the latest innovative Christmas gifts. The Leongatha store stocks furnishings, white goods, small electrical items and more. Established 82 years ago, it is still family owned and operated. For personal grooming, hair curlers and straighteners and electric shavers can make the perfect gift. Foot therapy devices and flameless electric candles are also available. Hartley Wells stocks a huge range of kitchen items, such as cookware, breadmakers, drinks blenders and other electrical kitchen items. Computers, laptops and audio equipment make popular Christmas gifts; headphones and music players are available also. A 10 inch tablet is available for $149. Televisions are another big winner, with prices ranging from around $200 to $9000 for the latest

generation of ultra HD 4K televisions. Air conditioning makes a popular Christmas gift, as do bunk beds, mattresses, bedding and children’s bedroom suites. Lounge and dining suites are also available. Fifty-five months interest free finance is available. Rental on products is also available, with one or three months rent free on some items. Joining Club Betta gives you a monthly chance of winning a $1000 gift card. Visit the website to join and nominate Hartley Wells Betta Home Living as your store preference. Trading hours in the lead up to Christmas are 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 2pm on Saturday, December 20. The store will open Sunday, December 21 from 10am to 3pm, then close on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. As a special opening day, the store will open on Boxing Day, Friday, December 26, from 10am to 3pm.

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Volunteers smile as council

Many hats: Thomasin Bales represented the Mirboo North Kindergarten and Mirboo Recreation Reserve Committee. She is with Cr Don Hill.

Making a splash: Mirboo North Pool Planning Committee’s Fred Couper (left) with Cr Don Hill.

Artistic effort: Stockyard Gallery’s Craig Smith and Sue Gilford with Cr Mohya Davies.

Fun time: from left, Jenny Fenwick of the Toora Pool Special Section 86 Committee with mayor Cr Jeanette Harding.

Tradition continues: Prom Coast Sea Change Festival Committee’s Deb Bray with Cr Kieran Kennedy.

Creative group: Prom Coast Arts Council’s Yianni (left) and Anda Banikos with mayor Cr Jeanette Harding.

Creative plan: Tarwin Valley Development Group’s Jeremy Planning ahead: Dumbalk Recreation Reserve Commit- Teeing off: Woorayl Golf Club’s Graeme Winkler (left) and Rich (left) and Meg Edwards with Cr Kieran Kennedy. tee of Management’s Steve and Julie Riley with Cr Nigel Don Perrett (right) with Cr Jim Fawcett. Hutchinson-Brooks. Left, Nice one: from left, Tarwin Football Netball Club’s Doug Grigg, Wendy Don and Doug Don with Cr Kieran Kennedy.

Right, Swift return: from left, Leongatha Table Tennis Club’s Aileen Haw, Kevin Dowling and Tammy Holwerda with Cr Jim Fawcett.

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gives $146,000 at Christmas SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jeanette Harding could barely contain her enthusiasm.

“This is one of the loveliest parts of being a councillor: handing money out to our volunteers,” she said at council’s community grants presentation night last Wednesday. Held at the council chambers in Leongatha, the occasion saw council give $146,000 to 28 organisations during round one of the grants program. Council has allocated $300,000 to the program this ﬁnancial year, with grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 “This is one time we feel we can give you something for all the wonderful work

you have done,” Cr Harding said. Grant recipients included: • Leongatha Horticultural Society, $3000, towards Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show, and Australian Daffodil Championship and South Gippsland Spring Floral Festival; • Dumbalk Recreation Reserve Committee of Management, $8580, to develop Dumbalk Recreation Reserve Master Plan; • Leongatha Cricket Clubs Turf Committee, $10,000, to undertake a major surface upgrade to the Leongatha Recreation Reserve Main Oval; • Leongatha Knights Football Club, $1000, to buy equipment and update entrance to facilities; • Leongatha Town Cricket Club, $3000, to buy a fairway mower;

• Leongatha Football Netball Club, $10,000, to upgrade club kitchen; • Leongatha Table Tennis Club, $10,000, to replace exterior wall cladding and ﬂashing at the clubrooms; • Woorayl Golf Club, $3500, to install solar power at the clubhouse; • Mirboo North Kindergarten, $4000, to install a solar system; • Mirboo Recreation Reserve Committee, $1800, to erect an equipment shed; • Mirboo North Pool Planning Committee, $8000, to conduct a study of the feasibility of a tourism/recreational hub based around the pool; • Stockyard Gallery at Foster, $2000, towards Life Aquatic art exhibition in February; • Foster and District Historical Society, $3000,

towards a book to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Foster museum and the lives of locals; • Foster Station Park Advisory Committee, $10,000, towards establishing the Great Southern Sculpture Garden of public art at the Foster Station Park; • Toora Pool Special Section 86 Committee, $4000, to replace an inﬂatable item for the pool; • Prom Coast Arts Council, $2000, towards The Great Southern Portrait Prize; • Tarwin Football Netball Club, $9000, to install solar panels on the main pavilion at the Tarwin Lower Recreation Reserve; • Tarwin Valley Development Group, $1900, towards Heroes of Tarwin photo-story competition; • Prom Coast Sea Change Festival Committee, $2000,

towards 2015 festival; • Koonwarra Recreation Committee, $6435, towards Koonwarra Recreation Reserve Master Plan development; • Arty Gras Committee, $2000, towards 2015 Mirboo North Arty Gras Festival; • West Gippsland Zone of Pony Club, $1500, for Young Ambassador Program; • Loch Reserve Committee, $10,000, to extend front

building at Loch Reserve; • Nyora Recreation Reserve, $10,000, to connect the reserve facilities to the new sewerage scheme; • Poowong-Loch Cricket Club, $2750 to upgrade practice wickets; • Korumburra Cricket Club, $10,000, to buy a new turf roller and mower; • Korumburra and District Agricultural and Pastoral Society, $2000, to

celebrate 120th Korumburra Show on February 14, 2015; and • Outtrim-MoyarraKongwak Cricket Club, $5000, to buy a new ground mower for Outtrim Recreation Reserve. Applications for funding for round two of the program close on March 31, 2015. ► more photos on page 38.

Floral centerpiece: Leongatha Horticultural Society members, from left, Judy Jackson, Joan Michael and Lillian Brittain with Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks.

Big kick: Leongatha Knights Football Club’s Glenn Bainbridge (left) with Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks.

Sporting chance: Leongatha Cricket Clubs Turf Committee’s Gary Sauvarin (left) with Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks.

Solid mark: Leongatha Football Netball Club’s Brett Nagel (left) and Cr Jim Fawcett.

Batting straight: Leongatha Town Cricket Club’s John Schelling (left) and Cr Jim Fawcett.

Activity focus: Koonwarra Recreation Reserve’s Jolyon Dutton (left) and Dane Hawley with Cr Andrew McEwen.

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Residential construction to remain bouyant

“While total lending to owner occupiers, excluding refinancing, eased by 1.4 per cent during the month of October, loans to those constructing a new home expanded by 1.5 per cent to a level that is 14.6

per cent higher than 12 months previously,” said HIA Economist, Diwa Hopkins. “On the investor side of the ledger, lending for the construction of rental housing or housing for resale remained strong during the month. The value of lending edged higher by 0.5 per cent to be 24.3 per cent higher than a year previously.” “We do note APRA’s updated guidelines on its supervision of lending practices, including the flexibility of its approach. It is important that residen-

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tial construction is not adversely affected by these augmented supervisory provisions,” commented Ms Hopkins. “There has been a string of disappointing data updates to the wider economy in recent weeks, but the residential construction sector has remained fairly resilient. Policymakers should be working to ensure that the sector can continue to be a key source of strength in the wider economy as the re-balancing of domestic growth continues to take effect,” con-

Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822

10 A CRE S

Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244

cluded Diwa Hopkins. Comparing the total number of owner occupier loans for new housing in October 2014 with October 2013 shows increases in Tasmania (+61.5 per cent), the Northern Territory (+35.1 per cent), the Australian Capital Territory (+12.3 per cent), Victoria (+9.5 per cent), Western Australia (+8.5 per cent), Queensland (+4.2 per cent) and New South Wales (+1.2 per cent). In South Australia there was a decline of 3.3 per cent.

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65 TIMMINS ESTATE ROAD, LEONGATHA

29 YOUNG STREET, LEONGATHA

28 BRUMLEY STREET, LEONGATHA

• 2 bedroom unit, formal lounge plus family/dining area • R/C air con, north facing living area and yard • Retirement at its best!

• 4 bedroom rural lifestyle property on 10 acres • Sheds, horse paddocks, stockyards, loading race • Outdoor entertaining area with fireplace, garage + carports

• Fully renovated (internally) home on 910m2 • 4 bedrooms , 2 living areas • 3 bay lock up shed with power and rear lane access

• Beautifully restored Californian Bungalow • 1300m² block with rear lane access • Ideally located family home.

$295,000

$660,000

$320,000

$475,000

11 JEFFREY STREET, LEONGATHA

18A BENT STREET, LEONGATHA

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 toilets • 3.5m x 6.3m & 9.8m x 6m powered sheds • Close to schools & main street

• 3 bedroom home with ensuite and WIR • 2 living areas, landscaped gardens • Excellent location, opposite McIndoe Park

$329,000 - Price reduced - offers considered

$349,000

82 A CRE S

11 LEE PARADE, LEONGATHA • 3 br home with lock up garage • Large Undercover Entertaining area • Fully landscaped gardens

$290,000

245 ST ELLENS ROAD, BERRYS CREEK • 3br period home on 82 acres • SFH, RC/AC, BIR’s, bath & shower • Stables, arena, hay & machinery sheds

$795,000

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STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

A weekend or permanent getaway H

ERE’S an ideal opportunity to escape the city hustle and relax, in this property located just 15 minutes from Leongatha at Trida.

This modern little home sits on five acres and has great appeal. Colorbond in construction, the home offers two good sized bedrooms with BIR’s, one bathroom, and two toilets. The kitchen/dining/living is open plan with the kitchen having all electric cooking, a good size pantry, breakfast bar and generous bench and cupboard space. Other features to mention are a new Nectre solid fuel heater with oven for cooking, timber floating laminate flooring, a 2kw - 10 panel solar system, reverse cycle air conditioning, large deck area and storage loft. Outside the acreage is a blank canvas to make your mark. Easily divided and fenced there would be room for grazing

stock or a horse or two. The land also has a nice dam and lots of screening and shady trees, the possibilities will depend on you. The vendors have painted the picture; all that is left is for you to frame it. To arrange your personal inspection please contact Peter Bellingham at SEJ Real Estate, Leongatha.

TRIDA 12 Griffin Road SEJ Real Estate Leongatha 5662 4033

$339,000

A year of growth rewarded A YEAR of growth for its property management department has brought rewards for Leongatha’s Stockdale and Leggo.

the entire Stockdale and Leggo network. The win was announced at the company’s awards night held in Melbourne on Saturday, November 29 attended by Mick Hanily and Jason Harris, principals from the Leongatha branch. They accepted the award on behalf of the three property managers, Kellie Howard (10 years experience), Kasey McLeod (two years) and recently appointed but experienced property manager Megan Lester. “We are all very proud of their achievements, the girls have worked extremely hard to provide a high level of service and customer satisfaction again this year,” Mick Hanily said.

The team has had an outstanding year of growing the business, finishing in the top 10 for

A stellar year: from left, property managers with Stockdale and Leggo, Leongatha, Kellie Howard, Kasey McLeod and Megan Lester with the certificate representing their property management achievement.

Michael Hanily 0417 311 756

Jason Harris 0417 640 079

Mike West 0409 583 692

Natalie Couper 0428 941 541

Brent Harriage 0417 681 307

Leongatha

Mirboo North

“The year has been testing for the team as we have witnessed higher levels of vacancies not seen before. But due to the strong systems we have in place and dedication to our clientele the team has rented a number of properties. “We were thrilled for Kellie with the arrival of her little girl Indi and look forward to seeing her back in the New Year. Megan Lester has joined our firm and brings with her experience, dedication and a friendly nature which ensures our high level of service is continued.” If you’re thinking of renting property or would like a free, no obligation valuation of your current rental, please don’t hesitate to call Stockdale and Leggo on 5662 5800.

AUCTION

ONSITE AT 11.30AM SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2015 STYLISH TOWN HOUSE

HUGE APPEAL • • •

• • •

FamilyhomelocatedontheedgeoftheCBDonlargeblock 2 living areas, entertaining deck, RC Air, master with ensuite Carport, 18x8m shed with office, 4.5kw solar system

8 Watt Street, Leongatha $419,000 Sole Agent

Open plan living, smart kitchen, lge dining & lounge Master with ensuite, BIRS, R/C air, neutral tones Remote Dbl garage, entertaining area, gardens

74 Turner Street, Leongatha $345,000 Sole Agent

OFI: Saturday Dec 20, 12 – 12.30pm

FAMILY HOME ON 25 ACRES

COUNTRY CHARMER ON 21 ACRES

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• Character filled home with excellent rural views • 3 bdrms plus study, country kitchen, formal living, SFH, RC air con • Classic period features, bay windows & decorative fret work • Gently undulating land with excellent fencing, 2 dams, 50x30ft drive through shed with concrete floor and POSITION WITH HISTORY power, hay shed & machinery shed • BV home on historical site of Pennygreen reception centre • Sealed road frontage, 5min drive to Leongatha township • Open plan living, master with ensuite, BIR’s, large windows • Sgl lock up garage, tool shed, mature trees

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WORK FROM HOME • • •

2 storey, separate living spaces perfect for home office Open plan living, large deck, SFH, Split system, ducted vac Sgl car garage, paved area, gardens, excellent storage

26 A Bent Street, Leongatha $279,000 Sole Agent

QUALITY THROUGHOUT • • •

45 & 65 Minns Road, Koonwarra $549,000 Sole Agent 5

445 Leongatha Nth Road, Leongatha Nth

Terms 10% deposit on signing 2 Bal 30 days

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Well designed home on 6600m2 block with rural views • 4 BRs, ensuite, lge open plan living, ducted gas heating • • Large deck for entertaining & 9x6m shed with power

33 Worthy Street, Leongatha $449,500

5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha

2 Worthy Street, Leongatha $267,000 Sole Agent

• Quality town house with its own individual style Open plan living, bay windows, master with WIR & ensuite • Sgl car garage with workshop, entertaining courtyard •

1/24 Turner Street, Leongatha 2 $350,000 Sole Agent

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FULLY RENOVATED - A CREDIT TO THE OWNERS

COLONIAL SPLENDOUR

RURAL LIVING IN TOWN

Quality home with northly aspect and views Open plan living, ducted gas heating, BIR's, Double garage, large rear entertaining deck

3 Norview Drive, Leongatha Reduced $435,000 S/A

5 bed brick home located within a 4km drive of Koonwarra village Open plan living, BIR's Master with walk in & ensuite, SFH, RC Air Dbl garage, solar hot water, ducted vacuum, orchard, chook pen, storage shed & five paddocks

Neat as a pin 2 bed unit in popular Hassett Street. Open living, new kitchen, bathroom, blinds and carpets Study nook, BIR’s, RC Air, single carport

2/39 Hassett Street, Leongatha 2 $195,000

96 Ridgway, Mirboo North

5668 1300

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

An elegant country lifestyle S

BERRYS CREEK 14 Foster Road Insight Real Estate Leongatha 5662 2220

ELDOM does an opportunity like this present itself.

Misty Ridge, a spacious, elegant four bedroom residence sits amongst the most beautiful of gardens and is on just under two acres. Built to the highest of standards, nothing has been spared on this property, providing a wonderful lifestyle opportunity. All rooms including the two bathrooms and laundry are spacious. Large windows found in most rooms capture garden views. The master bedroom features a well appointed ensuite with corner spa and a walk in robe. North facing living areas include a rumpus room, formal lounge and a fantastic main family living room which is at the central heart of the home. Beautifully fitted with timber cabinets, extensive breakfast bar, over sized walk in pantry and St George double wall oven, the kitchen has plenty of work and storage space. A beautiful bay window here and in the family area frame stunning garden

views. Another room off the dining area could also serve as a sizable study or smaller TV room. Smart built in cupboards line one whole wall. This room and the rumpus room could also be utilised as a work from home business opportunity. Zoned heating, solid fuel heating, reverse cycle air conditioning and solar power are comfortable extras. Outdoor living is amply catered for with a choice of covered alfresco area, long shady verandas and gazebo. The surrounding home gardens featuring ‘love seats’, arbours and masses of colour contain many varieties of cottage plants, exotic and native trees. Exquisite birdlife is prolific and water is plentiful. Other improvements include a circular driveway, extra high double carport, three bay shed (three phase power) chook shed, garden sheds, large covered vegie patch, numerous varieties of fruit trees, berries, dam and two small paddocks. Inspect to appreciate this highly desirable property, conveniently located midway between Leongatha and Mirboo North.

$575,000

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MIRBOO NORTH, COUNTRY HOME ON 2 ACRES LEONGATHA, DELIGHTFUL HOME

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2 living, 3 bdrms, 2 bthrm, plus study brick veneer home Established gardens, dbl garage, pony paddock plus more Separate bungalow & 3km from Mirboo Nth township

$425,000

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3 Bedroom brick home with plenty of living space Ducted heating, RC/AC, updated kitchen, 2 bathrooms 1213m2 corner block, walking distance of schools

SOL

‘The Rusty Windmill Café’

LEONGATHA, BUSINESS FOR SALE

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First year turnover $550k and less than $12k rent Includes a 2013 Volkswagen Caddy TDI van Serving its loyal customers & tourists alike with beautiful home made food

$225,000 WIWO

$339,000

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FISH CREEK, UNIQUE LIFESTYLE ACREAGE ? ? ?

In proximity to & with stunning views of beaches 1.5 ha (3.7 acres) of land bordered by rural residential allotments Befits a quality custom designed and build home of which there are a number of great possible sites.

MIRBOO NORTH, CHARMING 82 ACRES ? ? ?

Picture perfect property with its grand old oak trees 3 bdrm country homestead with open plan living Rich farming land. Ideal for fattening cattle

$795,000

‘Fuller Downs’

MOUNT ECCLES, 36 ACRES HILLTOP LUXURY FOSTER, 385 ACRES ON 2 TITLES

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4 bdrm, 2 bthrm, 2 living, prestigious residence with views Manicured gardens, excellent shedding, stockyards Separate 2 bedroom well maintained residence

$830,000

GLENYS FOSTER BARRY REDMOND 0477 622 298 0477 622 292

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Property overlooks the renowned Wilson’s Prom 3 bdrm house with 2 bthrms, stock yards & shedding Fattening property, currently carrying bullocks & heifers

$6,300 PER ACRE

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3 bdrm BV home on an easy to maintain block Open plan kitchen, electric cooking, dishwasher Good sized bdrms, master includes ensuite & WIR

$315,000

47 BAIR STREET, LEONGATHA OFFICE 5662 2292

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - PAGE 31

STAR Real

ADVERTISING FEATURE

Take a look inside “I

T’S what’s on the inside that counts”... those words of parental wisdom ring true with this house. Internally fully renovated, this deceptively large four bedroom home offers two generous living areas on a 910m2 block.

There is a near new three bay lock up shed with power and concrete floor and rear lane access. Neutral decor and plenty of windows make the most of natural light.

There are polished hardwood floorboards throughout the kitchen, dining and front lounge. Reverse cycle air conditioning is installed plus there is a combustion heater in the second lounge/rumpus room. This is a true family home with lots to offer, don’t be fooled by its external appearance.

LEONGATHA 29 Young Street Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922

$320,000

eldersrealestate.com.au 1080 Buffalo-Waratah Road, Tarwin Lower – “Outstanding rural investment with an income”

ELD9240492

For sale by Expression of Interest closing Friday 30th Jan 2015 at Elders Melbourne. 680 acres – 275 hectares on 4 titles – “Long family ownership of 65 years” • 27 main paddocks • Frequent pasture renovation & consistent fertiliser history • Combination of undulating pastured country & sandy loam creek flats • 40” Rainfall • Troughs to each paddock reticulated from storage dams • Cattle yards with concrete floor • Recently constructed colourbond shed • Power available to site and yards • Solar electric fencing with central laneway systems • Outstanding breeding and fattening country • Guaranteed annual income of approx. $40,000 from wind turbines • 15 mins from coast (Waratah Bay, Cape Liptrap) • 30 minutes to Leongatha & Inverloch

Elders Korumburra: Don Olden 0417 805 312 Elders Melb: Nick Myer 0427 610 278 | Web Id 7443567

Expression of Interest

eldersre.com.au

4 DUMBALK VALLEY

DUMBALK • 107 Acres of outstanding undulating heavy carrying country • Great home sites, views overlooking Dumbalk Valley • Excellent water and fencing • Stockyards, shedding with power

Price: $595,000

Web ID: 7451165

QUALITY DAIRY PROPERTY – 311 ACRES

INVERLOCH

• Outstanding ease of management farm • Excellent 20 s/o herringbone dairy • 4 bedroom B/V home • Highly productive flat to very gently undulating land • 9 dams including a 8.8 megalitre dam

Price: $2,650,000

SUPERB GRAZING PROPERTY WITH LIFESTYLE BENEFITS WOOREEN

STAR RealEstate www.thestar.com.au

• Country style home, 3 BRs, study, modern kitchen

Auddino

• Permanent creek, private camp ground & adjoining State Forest

FOR LEASE LEONGATHA Choice of 2, approx. 250m2 factories complete with office, 3 phase power, large vehicle access & ample customer parking. $200 per week plus GST and Outgoings

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5658 1007

73 Commercial Street Korumburra

www.auddinofn.com.au

• 332 Acres, land mostly undulating • Red to grey soil types, fenced to 28 paddocks • Excellent pasture and fertiliser history

Price: $4,100 per Acre

Web ID: 7222000

COASTAL DREAM BLOCK

WALKERVILLE • Build your coastal dream home/weekender (STCA) • Lovely flat & easy to build on 639m2 block • Perfect coastal destination, close to Walkerville beaches, ideal for fishing, boating & bush walks • Close to beautiful Wilson's Prom. How relaxing! ELD9240491

Real Estate Sales Joy Morgan e: joy@thestar.com.au For more information on Advertising in The Star phone Joy on 5662 2294

Web ID: 6610805

Price: $113,000 Elders KORUMBURRA - 5658 1894 11 Commercial Street

Don Olden - 0417 805 312

Web ID: 7437832 Elders LEONGATHA - 5662 3523 16 McCartin Street

Jean O’Loughlin - 0428 571 083

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

A private country home J

UST three kilometres out of Mirboo North on a made road and set amongst the rolling hills of South Gippsland is this great family home with a separate bungalow.

The three bedrooms plus study, brick veneer home is well positioned on the block and sits amidst beautiful established deciduous and native trees. There is ample living space with a separate lounge, formal dining, timber kitchen and family room. The master bedroom has a gorgeous rural outlook, ensuite and built in robes. A solid wood heater keeps the home cosy in winter plus there is electric panel heating. A big drawcard for this property is the addition of a separate bungalow, making it ideal for an elderly relative or teenagers wanting that extra space. Gardens and lawns are well maintained, there are fruit trees galore, fenced paddocks for a horse plus a spring fed dam. The property also provides a large fully enclosed area for dogs. There is a double lock up garage with workshop plus garden shed, wood shed and bird enclosures. A good sized driveway provides for easy access and not to mention mobile and internet coverage. Share a lovely relaxed lifestyle among the extensive birdlife such as kookaburras, galahs, finches and magpies. This is an ideal retreat for a family or retiring couple.

MIRBOO NTH 55 Old Nicholls Rd Landmark Harcourts Leongatha 5662 2292

$425,000

TO ALL OUR VALUED CLIENTS & THE WIDER COMMUNITY

WISHING YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HEALTHY & HAPPY NEW YEAR! MANY THANKS FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT. Cheers, Lindsay, Robyn and Wendy NEW LISTING

NEW PRICE

NEW LISTING

DOLLAR CHECK THE PRICE! 5 ACRES & BUILDING PERMIT

LEONGATHA QUIET LOCATION & JUST LIKE NEW

LEONGATHA PRIZED POSITION, WALK TO EVERYTHING

• What a find! Now $120,000. Approx. 5 acres, current building permit • Stunning panoramic rural views. New fences, dam & old shed • Graded & gravelled driveway. Power handy. Very keen vendor

• Quality appointed units. Light-filled & like new. • Quality kitchens, blinds & flooring. Landscaping & courtyards • Ranging from 11.5 to 12.6 squares of living space, plus garage

MEENIYAN DUAL LIVING, DUAL ACCESS, 2420m² LEVEL BLOCK

• One of 3 private, stand- alone units. Flat easy walk to town • North facing open plan living, 2 BRs, private outdoor patio. • Wide driveway, easy garage access. A tastefully designed unit

• 3 BR residence & self-contained 1 BR cabin with own access • Spacious lounge, renovated kitchen /dining, 5kw solar system • Tank & town water. Thriving kitchen gardens & plenty of space

Further reduction. NOW $120,000

Starting at $275,000 +

$295,000

$360,000

Sole agent

NEW PRICE

NEW LISTING

LEONGATHA LARGE FAMILY HOME IN A PERFECT LOCATION

MOUNT ECCLES MAJESTIC 6 ACRE LIFESTYLE PROPERTY

NERRENA ‘KOALA RISE’ –10 GLORIOUS ACRES

LEONGATHA PRESTIGIOUS LIVING & ENTERTAINING

• Fabulous 4 BR family home, 2 living zones. Dbl block, huge back yard • Renovated. Gas ducted heating, solar hot water. Close to schools • Drive through tandem garage, stunning gardens

• Contemporary quality home & improvements. 3 BRs, 2 living rooms • Machinery shed, stables, good fences &stockyards. Well watered • Spectacular views. Landscaped botanical setting. Not far out of town

• Workshop, 6 paddocks, stockyards, 2 horse sheds, hay shed, & dam • New bthrms, new kitchen. Open plan family room, separate lounge • 3 BRs (main- en suite)low maintenance gardens, sealed road frontage

• Stunning solid brick 3 BR home on ½ acre of magnificent gardens • 3 living zones incl. dream kitchen/dining/family, lounge & ’bar room’ • Huge alfresco with inbuilt spa. Easy rear access, shed & much more

NEW PRICE $495,000

$530.000 Sole agent

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$550,000 neg.

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Insight

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Sole agent Robyn Powney 0488 454 547

Wendy Jordan

5 McCartin Street LEONGATHA

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - PAGE 33

Discovering the way: Chairo Christian School leaders, from left, principal Lisa Dumicich, 2015 captain Tim Piening, secondary school leaders Emily Chalmers, Justin Hibma, Kaitlyn Gale and Jessica Gunia, and primary school leaders Natasha Hibma and Joseph McNeil.

Well deserved: secondary award recipients at Chairo Christian School, back, from left, Abbi Boucher, Emily Chalmers, Justin Hibma, Chelsea Campbell and Esther Hibma. Front, Caleb Chatelier, Kaitlyn Gale, Jack Noorbergen, Hannah Chatelier, Stephanie Clinch and Hannah-Rose Ball.

Chairo honours students

Dedicated students: primary winners at Chairo Christian School’s presentation evening, back, from left, Seth Rockall, Kasey Dunn, Sarah Doolan, Natasha Hibma and Dekota Decarlo. Front, Stephen Gardener, Will Piening, Shoshanah Bishop, Charli Burns and Sienna Decarlo.

STUDENTS were acknowledged for academic achievement, sporting capabilities and excellent character at the Chairo Christian School presentation evening recently.

Primary and secondary school leaders received their badges and Year 9 student Tim Piening was named 2015

school captain. The event, at the school hall in Leongatha, marked the end of a successful year. “I am very proud of all the students as each student has done their very best throughout the year. I look forward to another fantastic year in 2015,” campus principal Lisa Dumicich said.

Teens give to others AS Christmas approaches, people are reminded to think about giving to those who aren’t as fortunate.

Worthy winner: Esther Hibma, the winner of Chairo Christian School’s Caltex Best All Rounder Award.

Esther stands out CHAIRO Christian School announced Year 10 student Esther Hibma as the school’s winner of the 2014 Caltex Best All Rounder Award, one of Australia’s most prestigious secondary school prizes.

Esther joins a select group of secondary students around Australia who have received a Caltex Best All Rounder Award for excellence in their studies, on the sports field and for their work in the community. “Esther is a worthy winner of an award that recognises great achievements across the board,” Lisa Dumicich, principal of Chairo Christian School at Leongatha, said. “She has been a wonderful asset to our school and set a terrific example for others. Esther started with the school in Prep and will be continuing her VCE studies at the Chairo Drouin Campus.” Caltex is proud to have offered the awards to secondary schools across the country for nearly 30 years, said Caltex managing director and chief executive officer Julian Segal. “We congratulate Esther and wish her well as she moves into the next phase of her life,” he said. The All Rounder Award has earned a reputation for being one of Australia’s most respected secondary education recognition programs. It has been presented to thousands of final year students around the country, acknowledging their all round contributions to their schools and communities, their leadership abilities and the good example they set for others. For further information, please visit www.caltexbestallrounder.com.au

However, the students at Leongatha Secondary College have been doing this for the past four terms, and have finished off another year of fabulous fundraising. Students enjoyed major success with Shave for a Cure, the Red Shield Appeal and the World Vision 40 Hour famine. The latest fundraising efforts have been for causes closer to home. The Student Representative Council organised a Chillax Day that focused on mental health and wellbeing. Staff ran activities from meditation to boxing, all designed to relieve stress and relax students. The effort raised $638, which was donated to Lifeline Gippsland to support the fabulous and vital

service they provide. Stephen Loftus raised an impressive $733 for Able Australia, a disability charity close to his heart. He did this by providing his barista expertise on Friday lunchtimes to an appreciative staffroom throughout the year. The last fundraiser for the year was a combined effort by the Student Representative Council and Alpine School students, raising money for a landscaping project for the school grounds. Voters at Mesely Hall were spoiled for choice when they came to vote on Saturday, November 29, with a sausage sizzle, bake sale and a raffle with marvellous prizes on offer. The event raised $545. But the giving hasn’t finished. On Friday, December 5, 16 Year 10 students completed their peer support training. They will be a valuable support network for the new Year 7 students, and judging from what a

Feeding hordes: keeping voters’ hunger at bay during voting at Leongatha’s Mesley Hall were Leongatha Secondary College students, from left, Alice Ball, Olivia Mason and Tea Clark. fabulously enthusiastic and motivated bunch of students they are, things should be anxiety free for

the new students as they make that big transition to the secondary college.

Fishy boys and girls praised GRADE 6 students from Fish Creek and District Primary School commemorated the end of their primary schooling at a graduation ceremony last Wednesday.

The festivities commenced with dinner where students dined with current and previous teachers. They returned to school, and performed a poem and song in front of their families. School council president Marion Bowron and classroom teacher Cam LePage presented each student with their graduation certificate. Families were invited to stay and have supper with their children. They were also able to view their scrapbooks which celebrate their seven years of schooling and have become a favoured tradition amongst students, teachers and families.

Best of luck: Grade 6 students at Fish Creek and District Primary School at their graduation ceremony. Back, from left, Skye Dorling, Zali Rogers, Mia Price, Isabella Standfield, Amity Sands-Morris and Isla Hayward-Bannister, and front from left, Kairon Dorling, Tanya Turvey, Isabella Bennett, Anya Smolders, Emma Barnes and Nick Buckland.

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Newhaven retains shield

FOR the second year running, a Year 4 team from Newhaven College has won the Western Port Biosphere Birdsearch Shield, and will hold the trophy until the 2015 Birdsearch event next October.

First class: for the second year running, a Year 4 team from Newhaven College has won the Western Port Biosphere Birdsearch Shield. Back, from left, Josie Green, Imogen Bradford, Nicholas Thomas, Spencer Miles, Sarah Wines, Abigail McCulloch, Zenna Mann, Jarrod Worcester, Jake Munday, Harry Scott and Jack Krohn. Middle, from left, Emma Wood, Rory Fuery, Chelsea Webber, Zoe Reed, Megan Westerling, Ruby McGillivray, Coco Hosken, Tahlia Mumby, Jordane Dobson and Charlie Gabbot. Front, from left, Michael Furniss, Erin Mantel, Steffi Dixon, Makayla Morris, Zahra Ryan, Alexander Bowering and Tully Dickie.

Council tackles gambling By Laura Gibb BASS Coast Shire

Council committed its continuing support to the Enough Pokies

campaign.

The campaign was launched in October 2014

The third in a series of columns marking 50 years of Leongatha Lyric Theatre in 2015

In an ambitious move, Lyric presented two major productions in 1967, the first Only An Orphan Girl and later on, Oklahoma. Mr Lloyd Cunnington was the director of the first show and Lyn Carr was musical director for this melodrama, a very popular show with audience members; who were invited to throw peanuts at the villain and hiss, boo or cheer when they felt like it. The Star of May 2, 1967 reported “packed houses each night” and went on to quote then president David Knight, who said “felt this proved the versatility of Lyric Theatre players, and they could now look forward with confidence to presenting Oklahoma later in the year. Only an Orphan Girl made a profit of $168. In the big production, Oklahoma, Lyric used an orchestra for the first time and managed to find 10 players from the local district. Having a large cast, this show introduced many new members to the group. Production costs were high and once again Bill Gleeson, the Holden dealer, provided a massive LYR3310169

donation of $150. Ticket prices were raised to $1.20 and 40 cents for children. Under the direction of Lyn Carr, a group of dancers performed ballet sequences-a special lighting effect had been introduced for the dream sequence. The reviews said “Oklahoma brought nothing but praise for cast, chorus and producers.” The Star also stated “Mesley Hall was filled to capacity on all four nights and the cast excelled themselves.” Financially Oklahoma was a great success, grossing $2,500 for the four-night season with production expenses of $1,400. At the end of the year Lyric donated $800 to Woorayl District Memorial

Hospital. The year wound up for Lyric with “A Festival of Carols” evening together with the Woorayl Shire Band. On December 9, Lyric Theatre presented “A Festival of Carols” in conjunction with the Woorayl Municipal Band in the Memorial Hall, Leongatha which proved to be most successful.

Lyric's first show of 1967: cast perform in Only An Orphan Girl.

by Monash City Council and the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV). It calls for major political parties to commit to legislative changes including reframing the net detriment test (licence applicants must prove there will be no net detriment to the community), to place a greater emphasis on the social effects of electronic gaming machines, particularly in disadvantaged communities and growth corridors, and to reconsider the role of Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation as a specialist decision maker. Cr Jordan Crugnale said 93 per cent of decisions made by the commission go in favour of pokies operators. Cr Neil Rankine spoke in favour of supporting the campaign. “The damage that can be done by problem gambling is phenomenal,” he said. “The hardship can be multigenerational.” Cr Andrew Phillips said council’s control over pokies is limited so it made sense for council to join with other councils to maximise its influence. Councillors voted unanimously to support the campaign.

Emma Wood’s class identified 18 bird species on the Phillip Island Road college campus, including special Phillip Island birds such as Cape Barren Goose, which are rare elsewhere in the Western Port Biosphere (www. biosphere.org.au). The Western Port Biosphere is one of 631 biosphere reserves forming a global network that spans 119 countries. The biosphere comprises the municipalities of Bass Coast, Cardinia, Casey, Frankston and Mornington Peninsula, as well as French Island and the waters of Western Port itself. The Western Port Biosphere inaugurated Birdsearch in 2012, commemorating the centenary of 13 year old Harewood Lyall’s day birding with his younger brother and their tutor on the Lyall family’s Harewood property near Koo Wee Rup in October 1912. Birdsearch is scheduled to align with Birdlife Australia’s annual Bird Week. This year, Birdsearch was integrated into a broader Biosphere Lifesearch, which aimed to begin documenting all species of plants and animals in the Western Port Biosphere. Held over the week October 18-26, Lifesearch 2014 gathered records of 213 species, mostly birds and flowering plants but with a few species from other groups as well. Newhaven’s winning Year 4 class earned several books as well as the shield, including a Museum Victoria field guide to butterflies, a book about tree-kangaroos and another book about the pioneers who explored Victoria’s natural history in the nineteenth century. All the books have been added to the college library for the benefit of all students.

Council saves thousands By Laura Gibb BASS Coast Shire Council saved $58,000 in one year by using Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) Procurement and Procurement Australia’s tender process. MAV Procurement is a unit of the MAV focusing on achieving better procurement outcomes for local government. Procurement Australia aggregates the buying power of local government entities in Victoria and negotiates and facilitates contracts for local government, public sector organisations and not for profit groups. Council said by utilising the services of MAV Procurement and Procurement

Australia, council makes cost savings and reduces its administration and tendering costs. Council compared the cost of undertaking an independent tender process to the cost of participating in a tender process through MAV Procurement and/or Procurement Australia. In the past 12 months, council participated in approximately nine tender processes. Council officers say it equates to an estimated cost saving of approximately $58,000 per annum in administration and tendering costs. Council should continue to use the contracts and panels set up through MAV Procurement and Procurement Australia to achieve these cost savings and obtain competitive pricing.

Mayor’s message Cr Kimberley Brown

YOUR elders taught you it, many famous quotes have been written about it, and Aretha Franklin sang about it. And that is ‘respect’.

It’s a simple little word, with such great importance in our everyday lives. We are taught to respect school rules and traffic laws, the environment and other’s homes, family and cultural traditions, feelings and rights, our country’s flag and other people’s opinions. We learn to value respect and when we feel others aren’t being respectful we often let them know. We tend to work well, achieve more, and have better outcomes when we respect ourselves and each other. Over the past week, I have been witness to many projects and issues that have seen great outcomes, not due to being agreeable, but due to being respectful. We are role models of respect to each other, and over the next few weeks, will be role models to our visitors who come to enjoy Bass Coast and we want them to respect what our community has to offer over the summer break.

As we countdown to Christmas and New Year, it is important to stay safe and look after our loved ones, but to also look out for those around us, whether it be a fellow community member or a visitor enjoying their holiday. With more people on the roads, tired and trying to get to their destination, risks of accidents also increase. Be patient, be sensible and be safe. Our fantastic police force has enough to do – please don’t become another one of their jobs! Respect for one another allows us to all enjoy our holidays, from not littering or lighting bonfires on the beach so all users can stay safe, to keeping noise to a minimum and not drinking in public places at night time. I mention these few things as the daily quote on my calendar today reads that “Every person is defined by the communities they belong to”. I personally look forward to showing our visitors what a welcoming, warm and wonderful community we are here in Bass Coast these summer holidays and hope you will all share my pride in showing off our very special part of the world.

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Mary MacKillop celebrates success By Laura Gibb STUDENTS and staff at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College ended the academic year on an emotional note as principal of 16 years Michael Delaney made his last formal address to the school.

Mr Delaney expressed gratitude to staff, students and their families, parent and community volunteers and his family for supporting him and the school. School board chairman Martin Keogh spoke of Mr Delaney’s “huge personal commitment” to the school, while director of Catholic Education , Sale Diocese, Maria Kirkwood spoke of Mr Delaney’s ability to assess his own performance honestly, to deal with complexity and to keep learning. The following students received school awards: Year 7 conscientious effort awards went to Aaron Farrell, Elysha Stephens,

Connor Krohn, Amelia Ellen, Jazmin Busana, Siobhan Beecroft, Sam Bainbridge and Erin De Santis; Year 8 conscientious effort awards went to Jennifer Bals, Owen Schnoor, Harry McNeil, Bailey Patterson, Timothy Hardacre, Laura Bobe, Charlotte Perry and Meghan Minogue; Year 9 conscientious effort awards went to Sophie Graley, Claire Wylie, Hannah Carew, Tanya Dyke, Taylah Dubignon, Billy Wilson, Madalyn Waugh and Roshi Saini; Year 10 conscientious effort awards went to Chloe Macri, Zachary Cox, Caitlin Charles, Jonti Westaway, Philippa Littlejohn and Sophie Clarke; and Year 11 conscientious effort awards went to Ryley Muldoon, Bianca Hoober, Caitlin Roberts, Ellie Caile, Elise Dowling and Jarod Phillips. Academic awards were presented by to students who had achieved outstanding results in a particular subject or subjects. Year 7 academic awards went to Patrick Biro, Jazmin Busana, Simone Dekker, Jemma Caithness, Alexia

Van Delft, Joel Tom, Matilda Chalmers, Tomei Dal Pozzo and Luca Riseley, who was also dux of Year 7. Year 8 academic awards went to Molly Clark, Emma Carlisle, Taylah Brown, Ellie Holmes, Lisa Mildenhall, Olivia Winchcombe, Michaeleah Stephens, Jordan Hall and Ziara Condoluci, who was also dux of Year 8. Year 9 academic awards went to Gabrielle Holian, Julia Enter, Anna Kirk, Trent Westaway, Joshua Hayward, Noah DummettStrentz, Cassidy Bowman, and Sara Riseley and Abbey Marotta, who were joint duxes of Year 9. Year 10 academic awards went to Alvis Piksons, Sinead O’CallaghanParker, Sharni Gray, Brianna Wightman, Jessica Foreman, Benjamin Austin, Benjamin Ellen, Janie Gordon, Kristy O’Loughlin, Anthony Argento and Matilda McNeil, who was also dux of Year 10. Year 11 academic awards went to William Piasente, Sophie McKenzie-McHarg, Sarah McCahon, Sarah Marshall, Aimee O’Loughlin, Alexandra Kirkham, Rahni

Clothier, Nicholas Argento, Luke Verdon, Nathan Hardacre, Molly Barry and Breanna Dowling, who was also dux of Year 11. Year 12 academic awards, already presented went to Sinead Ryan, Sarah Lindsay, Tayla Delaney,

Royston McGavin, Arabella Steenholdt, Elliot Staley and Kate Edney. The Catholic Education Office award went to Breanna Dowling; the Federation University endeavour award to Aimee O’Loughlin; and the Saint

Cecilia Music Medallion to Annabelle Clarkson. RSL encouragement awards went to Mitchell Bentvelzen, Liam Gourlay and Daniel Piasente, while the Campion award went to Caitlin Charles. Finally, the prestigious

Peter Noonan Memorial Award was granted to Anthony Argento. His teachers described him as a student of outstanding character, dedication and enthusiasm – an excellent student who showed maturity beyond his years.

Junior school duxes: from left, Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College dux of Year 7 Luca Riseley, dux of Year 8 Ziara Condoluci and duxes of Year 9 Abbey Marotta and Sara Riseley.

Year 11 awardees: Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College presented academic awards to Nick Argento for general maths and physical education, Will Piasente for accounting, Alex Kirkham for chemistry, geography and visual communication and Molly Barry for chemistry. Winning house: house captains Nathan Hardacre, left, and Hannah Keily hold the winners’ shield for Cameron House of Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College.

Memorial award: Anthony Argento, left, received the Peter Noonan memorial award from departing Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College principal Michael Delaney.

Year 10 dux: Matilda McNeil, who won academic awards for English, science and visual art at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College’s final mass for 2014.

Music medallion: recipient of Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College’s St Cecilia music medallion, Annabelle Clarkson.

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Chinese trip opens principal’s eyes HOLIDAY

The principal of Fish Creek and District Primary School was the fortunate recipient of the 2014 VPA Study Tour Award. Ms Turner was one of eight school leaders from schools across Victoria to attend. Other representatives were from schools looking to start a language program and/ or establish sister school relationships. “Despite the diversity of the group, we were all eager to learn from our Chinese neighbours and find out more about their schools and the education system,” Ms Turner said. The group split into two groups, and visited high performing primary schools and early childhood facilities. “We were accompanied by representatives from the Jiangsu Education Services for International Exchange,” Ms Turner said. “My group spent its time in the city of Gaoyou, located in the Yangtze River Delta on the north side of the Yangtze River.” Ms Turner’s group visited two schools and two kindergartens over three days. The first school Qinyou Experimental School was a new school, just

12 months old and “we were its first international visitors”. There were 1250 students and the class sizes were around 30 students, viewed as a small school. “We were welcomed in true Chinese fashion with a marching band performance and our name in lights on a large LED screen at the front of the school,” Ms Turner said. “We also had a brief visit to the kinder next door and observed an afternoon exercise class with the entire student base – around 500 students in lines with teachers out the front. This was followed by a class focusing on colours, with a group of 15 students. “Our second school, Gaoyou Experimental School was a much larger school with just under 4000 students and 178 teachers. “We spent most of our time at this school and were able to observe four demonstration lessons including an English, maths, Chinese and reading/communication, a cultural performance and clubs – afternoon sessions designed to develop students’ artistic, sporting, musical interests and talents.” Students at Gaoyou Experimental School attend school from 8am to 11am, then go home for lunch and a rest, and return to school for the

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“The more people report, the better our understanding of the problem will be, and the better we’ll be able to use this information to and will help make Australia a harder target for cyber criminals,” he said. “It is also crucial we protect Australia’s digital economy, which is becoming a crucial driver of our economy and provider of jobs. “This government is committed to ensuring a safe and prosperous Australia, where everyone can feel safe and secure. This applies equally to the online world as it does to our streets.” Visit http://www.acorn.gov.au/

Teen art appeals AN exhibition of middle school student art was held at the Mirboo North Secondary College recently. Students in the Year 9 2D art class were each given an artist to research. The students were then paired with another student who had researched another artist from a different art movement. The pairs set about putting together a collage of work by their artists, with the aim of creating one piece that showed the techniques, subject and/theme of each artistic style. In collaboration students then painted

the collage on a large scale using acrylic paints, employing the techniques of the artists they studied. The grand opening in the library gallery space was a hot ticket item. Sue Wearne, who initiated the project said, “This is the first time we have done this and what was most enjoyable for me was to see the students set up and run the show. To see them discuss their work with other students was something truly special.” The opening was made even more special with a flute ensemble, nibbles and pink lemonade for all.

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Ban burglars from your home WITH Christmas and the summer holidays just about here, many people are looking forward to a chance to relax and celebrate with family and friends.

But according to Victoria Police and the Department of Justice, home owners are urged to keep their homes safe, especially if they are planning to be away. One of the best ways of keeping your home free of intruders is to maintain the home’s appearance to suggest it’s still occupied. Perhaps consider a house sitter to look after your home and be sure to stop mail or ensure it’s collected regularly. Cancel newspaper subscriptions as uncollected newspapers can tell burglars you’re not at home. Arrange for a neighbor to take your bins in and out, and even to park in your driveway occasionally.

A friend or neighbor may be willing to mow your lawn, or you could arrange for a contractor to do the job for you. Long lawns clearly indicate you are not home. Turn down the volume of your telephone so burglars cannot hear it ringing and perhaps set up a timer for a lamp or lights to come on at night. Be careful when posting holiday plans or records on social media as this is one way of spreading the word that you will be away or are. Double check all locks before you leave, both doors and windows, and consider installing an alarm system. Hide and lock away tools or other items that could help a burglar break in. People are welcome to advise people they will be away by downloading and submitting an Absence from Residence form. Download from www.police.vic. gov.au and submit at your local police station.

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controlled or electronic garage doors and use a strong auxiliary key lock instead; • do not leave keys concealed outside the house. Arrange for them to be picked up away from the home; and • if you must advertise the availability of your home for rent on social media, limit the photos you publish so as not to show valuable items such as flat screen televisions. Remember, if you advertise on social media, including the internet and Facebook, you are advertising the date when your home will be empty. This is a treasure trove of information for burglars. Remember, they search the net too! • Produced by Eastern Region Division Five Community Liaison Office in partnership with Eastern Region Division Five Neighbourhood Watch/Safer Community Group.

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Milpara Community House news MILPARACommunity House receives fantastic support for the Emergency Foodbank. This week we have received support from Burra Foods that has provided the foodbank with a supply of take away containers. These containers are used to distribute the home cooked meals prepared by the Koringal Women’s Service Club, St Paul’s Anglican Guild, and members of the Baptist Church. The Greenhills Benevolent Society made a generous donation which will be used to ensure we have essential items, such as milk, nappies, etc available.

Come along: Jan Parry and Lyn Perks invite you to shop till you drop in Korumburra.

Festive Korumburra CHRISTMAS spirit will shine in the heart of Korumburra this Friday, December 19.

A family friendly Christmas carnival will be held with entertainment for all ages, courtesy of the Korumburra Round Table. Activities will extend from the top to the bottom of the street and shopping hours will be extended to 7pm to coincide with the Christmas festivities. The event will culminate with Carols by Candlelight at Coal Creek from 7.30pm to 9pm. There will be several precincts including the forecourt of T for Tyres, the used car lot next to Auddino’s Real Estate and the Austral Hotel car park. Face painting, Barnyard Buddies, jumping castles, go karts, bungy run,

Korumburra Car Club and a Terry Wyhoon racing display will ensure there is something for everyone. The Coal Creek spinners and craft table will have a presence and volunteers from the historical park will be out on the street in costume giving out balloons. Businesses will adopt a Christmas stocking theme that will include a Christmas special. Primary schools will participate in a colouring competition, with their work displayed in shop windows along the street. The competition will be judged by South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Lorraine Brunt. The event is being funded by a growing list of generous donations, among which are Korumburra Rotary and local councillors.

HARLEY Alec Langstaff was born on December 2 at Leongatha Hospital. Harley is the fourth boy for Alana and Joel Langstaff of Leongatha.

Last Tuesday evening, the Korumburra Scouts Group held its Christmas break-up party and it made a presentation of seven huge bags of groceries, the proceeds of its food drive for the foodbank, to Nigel Chalmers on behalf of Milpara Community House. And how do these items make their way to the shelves of the foodbank? We have excellent volunteers who come into the house to

Here you go: Milpara Community House coordinator Sandra Webster received a donation of food containers from Daniel Tsivoulidis from Burra Foods. restock the shelves on a weekly basis from our available stock. This service to the community could just not operate without the contributions and support of the Korumburra community. With Christmas just around the corner, the items donated will most certainly be appreciated.

Thank you to everyone who has made this community resource possible. From December 19, Milpara will be closed for the upcoming school term holidays except for the regular Centrelink Hours of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, except for the public holidays

such as Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Activities for our term one program will get under way from Monday, February 2 and information about what is being offered will be available shortly on our website: www. milparacommunityhouse. org.au

Grants delight community groups SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council gave $146,000 to 28 organisations during round one of its community grants program last Wednesday. Full story and more photos on pages 24 and 25.

Preserving past: from left, Foster and District Historical Society’s Jennifer Jones, Howard Plowright, Meg Rogers and Liz Rushen with Cr Mohya Davies.

Grand vision: Foster Station Park Advisory Committee’s Larry Giddy and Rebecca Matthews (centre) with Cr Mohya Davies.

Community hub: Loch Reserve Committee’s Ray Humphreys (left) and Keith Tonkin with Cr Lorraine Brunt.

Got him!: Poowong-Loch Cricket Club’s Paula Springer (left) and Alex Dixon with Cr Lorraine Brunt.

Sewerage link: Nyora Recreation Reserve Committee’s Brett Hume (left) and Daryl Smith with Cr Lorraine Brunt.

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The Good Life

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Youth theatre to perform fairy tales AFTER the well received production of Alice in Gippsland, South Gippsland Youth Theatre is in its second year of production.

The group will be performing The Pernickety Princess of Poowong and other hairy tails at Korumburra Secondary College for one show only on Saturday, December 20 at 7pm. The story is a broadly adapted version of Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm’s fairy tales. The cast of children aged from eight to 14 come from a varied background. Some children have performed in a number of productions whilst others have never performed on stage before in their life. Everyone at South Gippsland Youth Theatre has the opportunity of performing a role within the production irrespective of their talent or skill level. It is hoped through their time with the theatre group, the children will gain confidence and experience in stage craft.

Story to life: bringing The Pernickety Princess of Poowong and other hairy tails to theatre-goers are South Gippsland Youth Theatre members, from left, Lizzie Harms, Teah Damon, Ashlyn Atkinson, Tori Duckworth, Katie Cronin, Paris Nicholas and Kaylah Thomas.

Christmas delight

WEARING sashes to evoke the colours of the festive season, the South Gippsland Singers performed a Christmas program for the well attended concert at the Dakers Centre in Leongatha recently.

Conducted by Jennifer Holm and accompanied on the piano by Dorothy Warren, the choir is known throughout the region for its fine sound. Master of ceremonies Peter Gilbert introduced all the old favourites. High on the list of carols sung were The Twelve Days of Christmas, Once in Royal David’s City and O Come, All Ye Faithful, which the audience particularly enjoyed joining in with the choir. The inclusion in the program of less well known carols such as Zither Carol and Nativity Carol helped make for a delightful Sunday afternoon outing enjoyed by all who attended.

Fireworks plea BASS Coast Shire Council is reminding residents and visitors to look after their animals during fireworks displays at Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. Council’s general manager healthy communities, David Elder, said many domestic animals can become scared during firework displays, with dogs and horses particularly at risk. “Many try to run away, sometimes injuring themselves in the process and dogs have been known to easily jump over or dig under fences that would normally contain them,” he said. “Pet owners should prepare early for fireworks happening. “If you can, stay home and be with your pet, but if not, close the blinds or curtains, put on some music or the TV to help mask the noise outside and make sure all external doors are closed. “Cats will usually find somewhere safe to hide and will venture out only when the noise stops.” Mr Elder said pet owners should ensure their cat or dog is microchipped and details are up to date on the microchip register just in case they do wander and get lost. “And don’t forget your horses; they are also vulnerable when exposed to fireworks,” he said. “If possible, they should be securely stabled or removed to a different location away from the fireworks display. “Cover stable windows to hide the sight of the fireworks and dim the noise, and also make sure you provide plenty of food and water.” Fireworks will be held at the following events: Carols by the Bay, Cowes – 9.30pm on Tuesday, December 16; New Year’s Eve, Coronet Bay – 9.30pm on Wednesday, December 31; and New Year’s Eve, Inverloch – 9.30pm on Wednesday, December 31.

Artists, listen up THE Rotary Club of Korumburra is calling for entries for its 38th annual art show, to be held in the Federation Rotary Art Gallery on the weekend of February 13, 14 and 15, 2015.

This year, the judge is Glenn Hoyle, winner of the recent Leongatha Rotary Art Show and past winner of the Korumburra show. There is a new section in this year’s show for school children from the Korumburra cluster, sponsored by South Gippsland Shire Council. The organisers are looking forward to receiving plenty of entries from both primary and secondary college students. The art show will feature some works from watercolour artist Peter Thorpe, who will also be running a painting demonstration on the Saturday of the show.

This year, the raffle prize is a watercolour painting by artist Lois Brown, which won first prize in the art show in 2003.

Tickets are $2 each and are currently available from outside the Korumburra IGA on Thursdays and outside the newsagents on Saturday mornings.

Tickets will also be available to purchase throughout the art show and it will be drawn on Sunday. All artists are encour-

aged to enter the show, entries for which close on January 30, 2015. For more information and for entry forms, contact John Kurrle 5655 1569.

Up for grabs: art show director Marilyn Sim and Rotary member Peter Biggins with the Lois Brown watercolour that is being raffled as part of next year’s Korumburra Rotary Art Show.

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Farming Insight • VLE Leongatha

Yearling steers in demand

The usual buying group was present and operating in a cheaper market in most places. Yearling steers to feed and restock were in limited numbers and sold to increased demand. Yearling heifers to the trade sold at similar prices week-onweek. The 900 steers and bullocks were mixed in quality with a large proportion of Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers and the majority sold firm as the top price was back 4c or 5c, while the bottom lifted by 4c to 5c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers were well supplied and prices eased 3c to 5c/kg. Most weights and grades were represented in the 1000 cows and a larger field of restockers was operating on a large run of dairy cows, with spirited bidding in places. Restocking cows sold up to 28c dearer, while cows to processors sold to softer demand as pric-

Christmas cheer: Sally Lowe and her father Clive Hollins from Kilcunda were enjoying the auction with 40 cattle for sale.

Rain buoys hopes THERE was a large crowd at the VLE Leongatha saleyards on Thursday, with cattle selling for good prices.

agreed. “Two weeks from Christmas and it is still green,” he said. Farmer Rob Wangman from Nyora said, “I’m just looking today. You have to get a feel for it from one week to the next. “What will happen in the new year is anyone’s guess; how long is a piece of string? “There is talk of a beef shortage.”

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es eased 7c to 12c/kg for most. Heavy weight bulls slipped 5c to 12c/kg. Yearling steers to feed and restock sold from 165c to 200c, with a handful to the trade from 182c to 193c/kg. Yearling heifers suited to the trade made between 165c and 188c, after a top of 196c/ kg. Grown steers sold between 175c and 195c/kg. Bullocks made from 170c

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Prime Sale - Wednesday, December 10

BULLOCKS 9 T. Waters, Drumdlemara 11 B. Dixon, Mirboo North 2 J.T. & E.J. Clark, Poowong 9 Amaruso, Traralgon 2 K.M. & J.M. Shea, Leongatha Sth 14 Mrs C. McCullock, Moe STEERS 1 G. Withers, Foster North 8 89th Goblin, Woodside 1 G. & J. Schepers, Won Wron 1 D.L. Brain & B.J. Thorson, Poowong East 1 C. Delbridge, Doomburrim 1 W.R. Seabrook, Korumburra

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weight cows sold mostly from 135c to 162c/kg. Restocking cows made between 96c and 255c/kg. Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls sold between 165c and 223c, with the D muscle dairy bulls between 160c and 173c/kg. The next sale draw - December 17 (last sale for the year): 1. Rodwells, 2. Alex Scott, 3. Elders, 4. David Phelan, 5. Landmark 6. SEJ.

Store sale Thursday, December 11

Total yarding: 1174 Steers: B.F. & J.A. Casey, Korumburra, 1 x $985; C.A. & K.W. Rendell, Yarram, 2 x $890; J. & C. Triantafyllou, Woodside, 10 x $890; S. Hogarth, Kardella South, 1 x $880; J.T. Sibly Pastoral, Archies Creek, 8 x $865; G. Withers, Foster North, 3 x $810. Heifers: T.R. Burns, Moyarra, 6 x $725; R. Mastwyk, Doomburrim, 1 x $665; K. Donchie, Dumbalk, 1 x $650; J. & C. Triantafyllou, Woodside, 1 x $650; D. Pilkington & F. Toohey, Waratah North, 22 x $645; D. Tarrant, Boolarra, 1 x $635. Cows: C. Husband, Wattle Bank, 7 x $760. Cows and calves: A.L. & K.G. Mapleson, Lang Lang East, 1 x $1380; A. Bott, Stratford, 6 x $1280; M.J. Eales, Foster, 6 x $1160; R. Beamish, Budgeree, 4 x $1150; P.A. & S.E. Campbell, Mirboo North, 1 x $1150; M.J. Eales, Foster, 4 x $1130.

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Farming Insight

Harrisons’ Holstein wins By Sarah Vella NERRENA dairy farmers Ashley and Jane Harrison have won a section of a major cow competition.

Number one: Ashley, Jane, Raidyn (left) and Cohen Harrison from Nerrena with their winning two year old cow, Krishlaye Steady Pixie NYC EX83.

Jersey breeders excel SOUTH Gippsland Jersey studs have succeeded in the 2014 Great Southern Challenge. The members of the South Gippsland Jersey Breeders Club to achieve success were: • two years in milk class: eighth, Morningside Vanahlem Noella 4159, Aaron Thomas, Morningside Jerseys, Binginwarri; • three years in milk class: 11th,

Shirlinn Action Melys 2, Wayne and Anne Maples, Sundowner Jerseys, Stony Creek; • four years in milk class: second, Bushlea Reagan Maybell, Bushlea Farms, Bushlea Jerseys, Leongatha; and fourth, Darryn Vale Jims Satin, Reece Attenborough, Attaview Jerseys, Poowong North • five years milk class: second, Araluen Park Gannon Kasare, T.

Saunders and A. Day, Araluen Park Jerseys, Shady Creek; and seventh, Carla Rose Bluejay 4, Warren Lace, Carla Rose Jerseys, Devon North; six years and over in milk class: second, Rye Valley Comerica Bianca, Perrett Family, Rye Valley Jerseys, Kongwak; and fifth, Inverlair Heights Jack Teeny, Allan Family, Inverlair Heights Jerseys, Leongatha.

The final of the South Eastern Semex-Holstein Australia On-Farm competition was held recently at the Witchmount Estate winery at Plumpton. Finalists gathered to hear how judge Patrick Nicholson of Jugiong Jerseys saw the cows after he had travelled 3500km and visited 60 farms in a week. The Harrisons and their cow Krishlaye Steady Pixie NYC EX83 were named winners of the two year old class. A Stantons Steady daughter, Pixie’s dam, Krishlaye Dictator Pindari EX91 finished fourth in the mature class. Pindari is the first of three generations of EX that support Pixie. Pindari’s dam is an EX91 Braedale Goldwyn, who is backed by an EX90 Townson Lindy. Ashley said he was thrilled to make the final and he had no further expectations other than to enjoy the ride. The couple milk 220 head. “I did get a shock when they read out the results,” he said. “I was just happy to be here, to be honest. I guess it will hit home when we get home and start really looking at her.” He said Pixie was

milking 28 litres, having calved in the first week of June. The competition is his only avenue to market their registered cows, given their commitments to a busy farm and a young family. “This competition is a lot easier for us to do than show cows,” he said. “For me, I can see a good cow, but I’m not in the loop to prepare those show cows. We have two little boys (Cohen, 5, and Raidyn, 3) and they’re taking all of our spare time right now.” The Harrisons have competed in the on farm challenge since the Holstein Friesian Associa-

tion of Victoria South Gippsland Sub Branch became involved in the competition. This year, they had three cows eligible for the state competition. “This is our first win at state level. We have had a second and a third before,” Ashley said. “The on-farm challenge is getting pretty big and is getting a fair bit of recognition now. It is run Australia-wide.” Roger and Helen Perrett from Hill Valley Holsteins in Kongwak were awarded second place in the five year old cow section with their cow, Hill Valley Planet Noni 3-ET.

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Rain buoys hopes THERE was a large crowd at the VLE Leongatha saleyards on Thursday, with cattle selling for good prices.

“They’re dearer than a fortnight ago,” said Alex Dixon from Elders. “The rain has built confidence. Bullock and fat cattle prices have remained flat but are predicted to rise in the new year.” Bernie Beadel from Landmark agreed. “Two weeks from Christmas and it is still green,” he said. Farmer Rob Wangman from Nyora said, “I’m just looking today. You have to get a feel for it from one week to the next. “What will happen in the new year is anyone’s guess; how long is a piece of string? “There is talk of a beef shortage.”

All the staff at Elders Korumburra and Leongatha would like to wish all clients a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year. We thank you for your business and we look forward to the service and success in 2015. Best Wishes. KORUMBURRA

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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 KEYBOARD. Optimus Electronic. $15. Ph. 5662 4866. Buyers collect from Leongatha. PEDDLE GO CART. For child. Reconditioned.$15. Ph. 5662 4866. Buyers collect from Leongatha. TREE PRUNER & SAW. Fiskas brand. On extending pole. good condition. $35. Ph. 0447 114 383. SIGNS & STAND. Two. Large and metal. ‘Give way to stock’. Good condition. both for $50. Ph. 0447 114 383. TRAILER. For car, quad bike or ride on. 6x3 steel. Requires new floor. $ 50. Ph. 0488 566 222. COT. white. Drop side. new mattress. 70cm x 130cm and bedding. Good condition. $50. Ph. 0419 355 303. HIGH CHAIR. Ikea. Hardly used. $25. Ph. 0419 355 303. ICE BUCKET. With lid. Red. Never used. $10. Ph. 0407 825 488. ANTIQUE STONEWARE CROCK. $20. Ph. 0407 825 488. ARCHIE COMICS. x11. Fair condition. $20. Ph. 0407 825 488. RIDE ON MOWER. Cox brand. Approx 12 years old. Needs work, not well. $50. Ph. 5668 6373. ELECTRIC STOVE. Westinghouse freestyle 804. Four hotplates. fan forced oven. Good condition. $45. Ph. 0447 475 389. ELECTRIC ORGAN. Yamaha. With stool. $20. Ph. 0408 566 330. ANTIQUE MIRROR. Gentleman’s style. Cedar. On ornate frame. 2 small drawers. Mirror needs attention. $45. Ph. 5662 2570. VINTAGE CHAIRS. Cottage style with spindle backs. x4. Painted brown. Good order. $45. Ph. 5662 2570. TV & CABINET. NEC brand tv. Dark Teak cabinet. All in excellent condition. $10. Ph. 0408 647 394. ELECTRIC ORGAN. Yamaha. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0407 543 701. DUTCH ‘OP KLAP BED’. Great for spare bed. Folds up and has a curtain when folded. Has new quality inner spring mattress. $50. Ph. 0407 543 701. FOLDING SINGLE BED. Near new. $50. Ph. 5662 0266. BIKE RACK. Reprac (Repco Sports) with tow ball complete. $50. ph. 5662 0838. PRINTS. x6. Of Mornington Peninsula ‘Remembering the Past’ $50. ph. 5662 0838. BREAD MAKER. Breville baker’s oven. Excellent condition. $40. Ph. 0400 569 890. GAS SPACE HEATER. Bottle gas. $50. very good condition. Ph. 0411 119 871. EXHAUST PIPE. ‘Fergie’. TEA20. As new. $40. Ph. 0411 119 871. CEMENT MIXER. Electric. Good working order. $50. Ph. 5664 0037. COMPUTER DESK. Plus chair. As new. $50. Ph. 0427 380 220. BOOKCASE. Small. 1000x800. $45. Ph. 0427 380 220 YAKKA OVERALLS. 2 pairs. 8¼. $40. Ph. 5664 4329.

PORTABLE COT. Lite n easy Brand. As new. $45. Ph. 5664 4329. AIR BED. Coleman brand. Queen. Double height. Strong walled. Flock lining on top. $15. ph. 0407 444 051. CORRUGATED IRON. 10/6” sheets. $50. Ph. 5657 3291. FRIDGE. Good working order. Good for shed. $40. Ph. 5657 3291. GUITAR FLOOR STAND. Excellent condition. $15. Ph. 5662 5141. TV/STEREO CABINET. Dark brown. Very Good condition. 950cm x 1450cm. $30. Ph. 0407 825 488. COFFEE TABLE. Large pine. Bevelled edge. Square legs. Good condition. $40. Ph. 0407 825 488. SOFA. 3 seater. Teal green. $50. Ph. 5655 2639. BEER FRIDGE. $50. Ph. 0408 392 229. BBQ. Timber framed. Gas 4 burner. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0488 250 541. ROCKING CHAIR. Timber. Excellent condition. $40. Wonthaggi. ph. 5672 2330. iPAD CASE. Griffon All Terrain.Military grade protection for iPad Air 2 (The latest iPad) Brand new. Paid $120. Selling for $50. Ph. 0408 158 816. DECK CHAIR/SUNLOUNGE. Grey Colour. Brand new. $45. Ph. 5658 1050. DOUBLE QUILT COVER SET. Cover, 2 piped pillow cases & pleated valance. In rich cream colour with pale green and red roses. Very good condition. $20. Ph. 0402 255 120. BUNK BEDS. Timber heads. Solid. Includes mattress liners. $50. Ph. 5664 1222. TV CABINET. Black. store books and DVDs. 1200 x 1200 x 400mm. On wheels. $20. Ph. 5664 1222. BAR STOOL. Padded vinyl. Two. Plus 3 Board games. $40 the lot. Will separate. Ph. 0417 102 526. HUMPHREY B. BEAR. Soft Toy. 38cm. Good condition. $25. ph. 0417 102 526. MAGAZINES. Ten. ‘Universal Twin Slide’. 40s & 50s. In original boxes. As new. $5 each ONO. Ph. 5662 5900. CHAINSAW. Workmate. Needs repairs. Suit handyman collector. $10. Ph. 5662 3650. TABLE AND 4 CHAIRS. Gold colour. $50. ph. 5655 1597. MOTORBIKE SEAT. Softtail. $50. Ph. 5655 1597. LOUNGE CHAIRS. 2 Swedish design Pello armchairs. Calico covers. $50 for pair. Ph. 0437 624 261 ROCKING CHAIR. Excellent condition. $40. Ph. 5672 2330. INSULATED DRINK COOLER. Brand new. 26 litres. Round container. $50. Ph. 0419 623 651. WIRE STRAINER. Cyclone. As new. $50. Ph. 5662 4970. OVAL TABLE & 2 CHAIRS. Cane. Suit sunroom. $50. Ph. 5674 5601. INDOOR GOLF PUTTING PRACTICE SET. Putter, balls and ‘hole’ in case. A1. Brand new. $30. Ph. 5672 2330.

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Commencing 8pm Music Rhonda Richards A plate of supper please

PLANNED WORKS: LOW WATER PRESSURE OVERNIGHT WEDNESDAY 17th DECEMBER 2014

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A Day At The Beach

December 17 – January 19 A group exhibition is by four artist friends, Julia Hancock, Noelene Henson, Sue Gaffy and Jenene Evans. Featuring flora, fauna and the amazing scenery at Walkerville and other beach destinations.

As part of road works on the Bass Hwy at Inverloch, South Gippsland Water has relocated the main water supply pipeline for Inverloch at the intersection of Powlett Street and the Bass Hwy and will complete cross connection works. This will result in low water pressure for Inverloch overnight on Wednesday 17th December 2014. The planned work will not result in an interruption to water supply; however customers may experience low water pressure. The works will be conducted: From 10.30pm Wednesday 17th December To 5am on Thursday 18th December 2014. Works will be carried out during this time to minimise any disruption to homes and businesses, however, customers are encouraged to plan ahead. On the day, between the hours of 10.30pm and 5am: • Minimise the use of water and appliances such as showering, washing machines, dishwashers and toilet cisterns We hope this interruption to water pressure will only cause minimal inconvenience. For further information, please contact our Customer Service Team on 1300 851 636.

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Phone 5662 5370

www.leongathagallery.org.au

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situations vacant ASSISTANT MILKER AND GENERAL FARM WORKER KONGWAK 26 swing over herringbone shed

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FIREWOOD messmate / stringy. Cut, split and dry. Min. 2 metres, bulk loads available, $100 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited community service agency. The Agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged. UnitingCare Gippsland has the following vacancy:

Kindergarten Teacher 2015

HAY: Small squares, excellent quality, shedded. New season, $8 each. Secondhand treated pine posts 3-4 inch, approx 250 at $4 each. Mardan 56641320.

LOUNGE SUITE 3 piece tapestry, $1,000. 56647321. PRAM 1950`s rare Pedigree Tin Vantage, Cyclops, on wheels. 56647321. RASPBERRIES and blackberries. Pick your own, open 7 days, 8am - 8pm, Waterwheel Orchards, 250 Fishers Road, Boolarra. Ph: 5169-6622.

Jeanette Loughridge Memorial Kindergarten Closing date 29th December Further information is available at: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Pam Porter on 5152 9600

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UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people

SUPPORTED PLAYGROUP AND PARENT GROUP FACILITATOR

Shire Council

(15.2 hours per week)

Operations Team Member Parks & Gardens • Temporary full time – until December 2015 • Fortnightly RDO • $57,222 incl. super and allowances • Horticultural experience essential Enquiries to: Steve Missen, Coordinator Parks & Gardens on 5662 9100. All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm Wednesday 24 December 2014. Further information and a position description are available on our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

• The focus of this position is to plan and facilitate supported playgroups and parent groups with targeted children, and their families, living in our community • Located within an agency with supportive practitioners and reciprocal programs • Tertiary qualiﬁcations in Early Childhood Remuneration will be negotiated in accordance with qualiﬁcations and experience. Salary packaging is available. Enquires, including Position Description, to the Community Support Services Manager on 03 5671 3278. Position Description also available on BCH website. Applications, including a cover letter, a separate statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV, including 2 professional referees should be directed to: Noel.Sibly@basscoasthealth.org.au Applications close 12 noon, Monday 5th January 2015

POSITIONS VACANT

REGISTERED NURSE DIV 1 - THEATRE (Part Time up to 0.52 EFT) Gippsland Southern Health Service invites applications from suitably experienced Registered Nurses for the Part Time six month limited tenure Nursing Position within our Operating Theatre. The role will have responsibility for perioperative nursing within the theatre department, being available for some on-call duties, as well as providing support to the Nurse Unit Manager. Applicants should be registered nurses with relevant operating theatre experience, and have sound communication, organisational and team work skills with the ability to administer complex workloads. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: • Tertiary Qualiﬁcations as a Registered Nurse • Current registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) – RN Div 1 • Working knowledge and good understanding of all perioperative theatre protocols • Good Interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively in a team environment • Organisational and problem solving skills • Time management and decision making skills • Evidence of ongoing self-development GSHS offers a comprehensive orientation program on commencement of employment. All staff have access to excellent staff mentoring, education and support programs. Salary Packaging is available to all staff. All applicants will be required to supply a current satisfactory police check. If you are interested in joining a supportive and progressive team we encourage you to apply. For further enquiries for this position please go to www.gshs.com. au or contact Brian Harris on 5667 5555. Applications close 23rd December 2014 and can be addressed to: Brian Harris Human Resources Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 Leongatha 3953

for sale

FOR SALE BY TENDER Ssanyong 4WD Musso Sports 2005 model, diesel twin cab with TJM lockable rear canopy Unregistered, no RWC Low kilometres 56,670 Eng. No. 66292010064493 Vin. KPAWA2EDS5P402447 Serial No. 3136678 “G” Written tenders on CFA form supplied in a sealed envelope to the: Fish Creek & District Fire Brigade PO Box 34 Fish Creek 3959

Tenders close by 5pm Friday, January 30, 2015

Community Support Services South Gippsland

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INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Captain Mick Dorling Mobile: 0427 527 617, or Lt Bryan Duffus Mobile: 0427 832 357

20 ACRES FREE STANDING GRASS FOR HAY Nerrena 0488 640 300

MOWERS We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, Greenﬁeld, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $149. Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models. Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories. We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.

Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as short-term respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our care team in the roles of Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse.

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

Registered Nurse/Enrolled Nurse

Ph: 5662 2028

Casual Our Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses work to ensure the direct care needs of all residents are met through overseeing and evaluating care plans, and the individualised nursing needs of the residents. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Demonstrated high level of analytical, written and verbal skills • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision • Demonstrated excellent time management skills Desirable • Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people *RNs must also show a demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff in providing care. Applications close 5pm Monday 29 December 2014 For a position description or other enquiries: Carina Ross, Care Administration Coordinator T: 03 5682 0800 E: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Lyn Williams, Administration Ofﬁcer PO Box 81, Foster VIC 3960 E: lyn.williams@promcountryagedcare.com.au

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RIDE-ON MOWER Cox Stockman, 11.5 hp, VGC, $1,500. 0417-081152. SCHOTT Clean black bench top ceramic cooktop electric, as new $200; two corner under bench lazy susans 800mm DIA POST 470mm, $30 each; box of 12 Bburago model cars 1/18 scale, mint, $180; 65 hidden object computer games $3 each, the lot $120; aluminium two piece ladder 18 feet, $200. Ph: 5662-4866. Buyers collect. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. SMITHFIELD PUPS for sale (956000008898282, 956000003197090). Phone Allan 0408-168206. SUZUKI MOTORBIKE, road registered DRZ400, 400cc, 2003 model, $3,500. Phone Tony 5662-2394. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

garage sales Garage Sale 330 St Ellens Road Mirboo North Saturday, December 20 8am - 3pm No early starters Art and craft books, mags, supplies; kitchen and household items, furniture, collectables, clothing, Davey house pump, Honda self propelled grass slasher, Mongoose Hybrid bike, Crossley Shelvador classic fridge (working)

used motorcycles

YAMAHA AG 200, yellow, good reliable bike, no reg, $600. 0413-054653.

used vehicles Affordable cars at drive away prices

SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.

FREE CAR REMOVAL All machinery Bins provided

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593

BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE

● 150 Friesian bulls, VGC, 500-550kg. Rising 2yr olds, never worked. ● Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey also available. PHONE

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RAMS Poll Dorset, Southdown and Border Leicester. Brucellosis accredited, flock registered, well bred, established breeder. Various prices, can deliver. 5686-2699.

Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal

livestock

0447 331 762

EWES Dorpers with lambs. Ewes Wiltshires with lambs. From $200. Leongatha South. 5664-3281, 0400618577.

BMW X5 MY 2004, 3.0lt, 168,000kms, Reg.YCC449, RWC, white. Vin: WBAFA 52020 LM55607. Excellent condition. Constant 4WD, 8 airbags, parking sensors. $16,750. Leongatha 0418528376.

VY COMMODORE sedan, 2003, burgundy, Holden alloys, service history, near new tyres, 246,000kms, Reg. until September 2015 (SMO005). One owner, VGC, $3,500. Ph: 0438741477.

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REQUEST FOR TENDER TENDER NO. 14 - 22 – DELIVERY OF INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES South Gippsland Water invites tenders from suitably qualified organisations or individuals for the supply of Internal Audit Services. The scope of works includes: • Internal control system and procedure effectiveness reviews • Efficiency audits and best practice recommendations; • Operational performance and compliance reviews; • Examination and review of financial systems and processes; • Review of elements of the annual financial statements as required; and • Special investigations at the request of the Audit & Risk Management Committee, Management and/or the Board of Directors. Expressions of Interest close 2pm on Friday, 9 January 2015 and must be lodged in the tender box located at 14-18 Pioneer Street, Foster, Victoria 3960. Tenders should be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked “Tender No. 14 - 22 – Delivery of Internal Audit Services”. For further information, including tender specifications, visit our website at www.sgwater.com.au or contact Justin Wightman, General Manager Corporate Services on (03) 5682 0408.

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work wanted

LUNSON CONTRACTING ● ● ● ●

Farm fencing repair Fallen trees cleared Tray truck hire, up to 6 tonne Relief truck driver, MC Licence

Phone 5664 7321 or 0400 282 625

marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

engagements

MOSS - LIEVINA We are very proud and happy to announce the engagement of Ben and Olga. We wish you both many years of love and happiness. Congratulations and all our love - Tenielle, Stewart, Louise, Jaylen, Mum and Rob.

deaths MAIN - Doris Idalia (Dolly). Passed away at Koorooman House, Leongatha on December 15, 2014, aged 93 years. Loving wife of Les (dec), loving mother and motherin-law of Lynette and Rob, Janis and Neville. Loving Nanna of Kobey and Sannil, Andrew and Sarah, Keith, Olivia, Ashlee and Tyrone. Loving great Nanna of Jaya and Madison. Special thanks to the staff at Koorooman House and Woorayl Lodge for their care of our dearly loved mother. Privately cremated and a private Memorial Service will be held at the Werribee Cemetery.

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funerals BOSCOMBE - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs Dorothy June Boscombe will be held at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Peart Street, Leongatha on Friday, December 19, 2014 commencing at 1pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

DALLISTON - A service to celebrate the life of the late Mr Thomas Brian (Tom) Dalliston will be held in our Leongatha Chapel, corner of South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 commencing at 1pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Cemetery.

Sporty children display talents

THE Star was there to capture the sporting prowess of boys and girls at Leongatha Primary School’s junior athletics carnival recently. Herrald House won the event for the second consecutive year.

Big throw: Lucy Patterson aims long in the Grade 2 discus.

Ready, set: Zavier Lamers does not hold back while contesting the Grade 2 discus.

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deaths

bereavement thanks ROBERTS William James. Beryl and family would like to thank everyone for their support, cards and flowers on the passing of Jim. Special thanks to friends, relations, doctors, nurses, Peter Anderson, Paul Beck and staff. Please accept this as our personal thanks.

in memoriam MATTHIES - Neville John. 17.12.2004 Ten years have passed since we said goodbye. We think of you every day. We all miss you Neville. Glenice, Don, Val, Ian, Colin, Tracey and their families.

deaths BOSCOMBE (Monaghan) - Dorothy June. Passed away peacefully at Koorooman House on December 15, 2014. Late of Mardan. Dearly loved and devoted wife of Ron (dec). Cherished mum of Pam and Geoff (dec) and Dianne and Fred. Treasured Nana of Michelle and John, Darren and Kimberley and Aaron and Rhett. Great Nana of Lilah, Elsie and Luke. Sleep peacefully Mum. Reunited with Dad. DALLISTON - Thomas Brian (Tom). Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on December 10, 2014 aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Gloria. Loving father of Mark and Julie, Kerryn and Steve. Cherished ‘Grumpa’ of Byron, Kurt, Cayden and Sheana; Harley, Tonya and Dayna. Great grandpa of Ethan. Now resting Forever in our hearts. A special thank you to Dr Sonya Moncrieff, the district nurses, palliative care staff and all staff at the Leongatha hospital for their exceptional support, care and kindness to Tom, Gloria and family.

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Off she goes: Kitty Moon tackles the Prep obstacle course.

Run, run: Amber Newton enjoys herself during the Prep obstacle course.

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Gippsland Cricket League Round Four review ROUND four of the Gippsland Cricket League was played on Sunday, December 14 in ideal conditions across the region.

Sale/Maffra 4/118 defeated Leongatha117. Leongatha decided to bat first against Sale Maffra at Stephenson Park Sale. It found things quite difficult against very accurate bowling. Leongatha was unable to establish any substantial partnerships and were all out for 117 off 46.1 overs. Only Kit Rothier (22) and Jason Wilson (20) were able to make some sort of impression on the score board. The home team was 4/46 at one stage, however, an unbeaten 72 run partnership between the talented Ben Saxon and Rohan Diamond (33 n.o.) saw Sale Maffra win its first game of this GCL season by six wickets. Zac Price and Shane Dole claimed two wickets each for Leongatha. The final round of GCL will be played on Sunday, January 18. Leongatha will play Central Gippsland at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. Ladder: Bairnsdale 24/Traralgon 18/Warragul 12/ Leongatha 6/Sale/Maffra 6/Central Gippsland 6 The GCL final will be played on Sunday, February 1.

So quick: Jenna Coolidge rushes to the finish line in the Prep obstacle course.

Nice work: showing off ribbons awarded for their athletic prowess were Preps, from left, Matilda Hanily, Laila Holt, Jack McNaughton and Blake Smith.

Under 14/15 cricket THE LDCA Under 14’s and 15’s travelled to Sale to play Sale/Maffra in a practice game for Country Week in January. The Under 15’s had eight players missing with GCL commitments and sickness and we played four lads to give them experience at this level and to play on turf. Being a practice game Sale/Maffra recycled some of their batsmen, batting out there 40 overs taking the score to 132. In a good bowling effort Blackney, Thorson, Honeysett, Henry and Cousins were probably the pick. The fielding was good with only a couple of real sharp catches going down and Joel Worner and Harry McNeill were solid behind the stumps. LDCA batted after the break. Jake Henry top scored and remained not out 25 with the score at 9 for 102. The Under 14s batted first on a synthetic wicket and made 141 In reply Sale/Maffra was cleaned up for 138. It was a solid workout for the LDCA boys with six catches and a run out. With Jack Hume, Aaron Bardwell and Jacob Lamers to come back into the team it will be a solid group play-

ing at Country Week starting on January 5. Thanks to all the parents, Coaches and players for their support and assistance in these games and we look forward to the return games in the LDCA Association next season.

Under 16 cricket The LDCA Under 16’s travelled to Traralgon South to play Traralgon with the game decided on the last over of the game and a victory to Leongatha by six runs.

Top scorers in an innings of 138 runs were Connor Epifano 29 and Ben Perry 27. Traralgon batted after the break and was run out for 132, six runs short, in the final over. Congratulations to the boys who should all be proud of their efforts. They valued their wickets when batting right down to number eleven. Thanks to Gary Sauvarin and Steve Brann for their efforts and all the scorers and helpers for their assistance the LDCA appreciates your valuable work.

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Show jumpers compete EQUESTRIANS and their horses gathered at Stony Creek Racecourse on Sunday for the Stony Creek Show Jumping Competition. Around 60 competitors entered the event, including local riders and competitors from as far afield as the Mornington Peninsula, Upper Yarra and east of Bairnsdale. Riders competed at five levels in this third annual event, which also includes a teams competition. “We do it to encourage people to bring a few friends and have a bit of a Christmas breakup with them,” event organiser Jocelyn Mackie said.

Results

Level 1 AM7: Rosemary Phoenix on Flash of Gold from Western Port; 2nd Frances Hughes on Argentum from Traralgon; 2Phase: 1st Frances Hughes; 2nd Rosemary Phoenix; TYOL: 1st Frances Hughes; 2nd Rosemary Phoenix Level 1 Tarwin Vet Group Champion: Frances Hughes; Matuva Pony Stud Reserve Champion Rosemary Phoenix. Level 2 AM7: 1st Zoe Archer on Ace from Leongatha; 2nd Charlene Zwar on Fitgerald from Nyora; 3rd Liana Amott on El cabello from Rosedale; 4th Jane Cornell on Moonshine from Western Port: 2Phase: 1st Zoe Archer; 2nd Sarah Jelbart on Riverlea from Nyora; 3rd Jane Cornell; 4th Liana Amott. TYOL: 1st Zoe Archer; 2nd Jane Cornell; 3rd Kim Andrews on Kiandre Inca from Hinnomunjie. Level 2 Tarwin Vet

Group Champion: Zoe Archer; Matuva Pony Stud Reserve Champion Jane Cornell. Level 3 AM7: 1st Janet Browning on Thief of Time from Stony Creek; 2nd Jo Harris on Ludger from West Gippsland; 3rd Danni Vidler on Understudy from Rosedale; =4th Charelen Zwar on Patangas Diamonte from Nyora, Corinne Hoddinott on Commander Bunny from Bennison, and KaityLee Taylor on Willy Wonka from Stony Creek. 2Phase: 1st Corinne Hoddinott , 2nd Janet Browning, 3rd Holly Cathels on Our Tiny Dancer from Pakenham Upper, 4thrd Danni Vidler. TYOL: 1st janet Browning, 2nd Corinne Hoddinott, 3rd Holly Cathels, 4th Jo Harris. Level 3 Tarwin Vet Group Champion: Janet Browning; Matuva Pony Stud Reserve Champion Corinne Hoddinott. Level 4 AM7: 1st Darren McDonnell on Judge Darcy from West Gippsland. 2nd Debby Conlon on MSQ Nutmeg from KooWeeRup, 3rd Kylie Baseden on Shamrock Lodge Starbrik, 4th Rhiannon Clarke on Zowie from Rosedale. 2Phase: 1st Brain Cooper on Gee Jay First Impression from KooWeeRup, 2nd Debby Conlon, 3rd Jessiac Eason on Moorooluck Tobruk from Upper Yarra, 4th Jocelyn Mackie on Portello from Stony Creek. TYOL: 1st Debby Conlon, 2nd Kylie Baseden, 3rd Janice Preston on Valli View Rookie from Hunnomunjie, 4th Jocelyn Mackie on Portello Level 4 Tarwin Vet Group Champion: Debby

Conlon; Matuva Pony Stud Reserve Champion Kylie Baseden Level 5 AM7: 1st Carrie Ralston on Helmsview Park Secret Affair, 2nd Karen Wilson on Willdo refund from KooWeeRup, 3rd Daniel Barnes on Bell from Upper Yarra, 4th Graham Kelly on Jimmy from Rosedale. 2Phase: 1stCarrie Ralston, 2nd Julie Hammond on If the Hat Fits from KooWeeRup, 3rd Karen Wilson, 4th Katrina Rose on Companionway from Granite Rock. TYOL: 1st Karen Wilson, Carrie Ralston, 3rd Daniel Barnes, 4th Dimphia MgGuigan on Apollo Pluto. Level 5 Tarwin Vet Group Champion: Carrie Ralston; Matuva Pony Stud Reserve Champion Karen Wilson. BrownWigg Team Challenge: 1st KooWeeRup - Kylie Baseden, Brain Cooper, Debby Conlon and Karen Wilson; 2nd Bennison – Tracey Josephs, Corrine Hoddinott and Carrie Ralston; 3rd Stony Creek - Janet Browning, Jocelyn Mackie and Sarah Vella.

Good ride: The Star’s own Sarah Vella of Meeniyan guiding Quaver over the jumps at the Stony Creek Show Jumping Competition.

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90

At Point Lonsdale

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0.77 1.28 0.44 1.28

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0.82 1.25 0.40 1.35

0450 1110 1715

0.84 1.25 0.34

0041 0604 1215 1815

1.44 0.80 1.28 0.27

0134 0704 1315 1910

1.54 0.73 1.33 0.21

All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM

Four legged friend: Sarah Jelbart of Nyora Equestrian Club with Rivalea at the Stony Creek Show Jumping Competition.

Show jumping: Vee Fierens, left, and Cindy Barker of Stony Creek Riding Club with Caoilinn at the Stony Creek Show Jumping Competition.

• Korumburra Volleyball

Giants take grand final A Grade: Giants defeated Golliwogs (3:0) 26:24, 25:15, 25:22. B Grade: Panthers defeated Chargers (3:0) 25:18, 25:23, 25:18. Congratulations to Giants and Panthers. M.V.P. winners: A Grade Male, Will Hanley; A Grade Female, Kristen Scott; B Grade Male, Pat Kennedy; B Grade Female, Hayley Pretty.

Panthers: from left, Pat Kennedy, Leanne Bunn, Geoff Castle, Nicole Dudman, Rob Parks, Daniel Whittingham and Scott Whittingham.

Giants: from left, Will Hanley, Alison Sanders, Catherine Mercer, Liselott Webster, James Mercer, Ian Cash and Glenn Bainbridge. Absent, Ross Crawford.

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Section One winner: Inverloch Silver. From left, Liza Burrows, Debbie Wells, Dawn Hughes and Chris Malone.

Section One runner up: Inverloch Gold. From left, Virginia McEntee, Sarah Smith, Janine Thomas and Vikki Teakle.

Section Two winner: Bena. From left, Chris Furness, Lyn Leppin, Ronda Castle and Kellie Walker. Absent: Wendy Green, Lesley Turton, Noelene Cosson and Marge Barton.

Section Two runner up: Korumburra. From left, Nadine James, Sue Van Sinderin, Donna O’Loughlin, Pam Gardiner and Judy Blog.

Section Three winner: Inverloch Blue. From left, Rhonda Evans, Debbie Fowles, Di Selby and Anne Thornby. Absent: Denise Bourke.

Section Three runner up: Wonthaggi. Amber Todd, Marisa Gibbons, Deanna Gilmore and Rose Wallace.

South Gippsland Midweek Ladies Pennant Tennis Association THE grand finals of the 2014 spring competition were played at the Leongatha Tennis Courts on Tuesday, December 9 in perfect conditions.

Section Four winner: Phillip Island. Pauline Brewster, Cheryl Sakec, Maria Kirwan, Anne Greene, Mileva Popplestone, Bronwyn Heffernan and Pam Walton.

Section 4 runner up: Fish Creek. Robyn Hill, Di Farmer, Marg Haycroft and Susan Straw. Absent: Deb Collins and Jill Williams.

In Section One the two Inverloch teams fought it out to the end with a six game result to the Silver team: three sets, 43 games to three sets, 37 games. Section Two ended with a strong victory to the Bena girls who only dropped one set for the day. Bena won five sets, 58 games to Korumburra one set, 34 games. Inverloch Blue completed an-

other successful season by defeating Wonthaggi four sets, 52 games to two sets, 33 games in Section Three. Section Four went down to the wire with the last two sets vital to the final result. Phillip Island came home strongly to take the match three sets, 52 to three sets 47 games. Congratulations to all of the finalists, the premiership teams and to the many players who make the competition worthwhile throughout the season. Well done to all. Tennis will resume with the autumn competition in February 2015.

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis INVERLOCH, Leongatha North and Burra-PI were all big winners in Section 1.

Koonwarra and Mardan won a mixed set each and Leongatha were not able to win a set. Better luck after the break. In Section 2 Koonwarra won well against Young Ones. Berrys Creek in top form won well over Inverloch and has taken the top spot. Baromi’s win will keep it in touch with the four. Longshots had its second loss winning five sets but lost by three games to Outtrim. Hallston versus Leongatha was a good game. The Hallston men won the three sets, but Sue Vansideren had a knee injury and was unable to

finish the ladies’ set, and the team had to forfeit the mixed set. Hallston came home the winner by two games. Well done. In Section 3 Baromi Gold won well, Mardan Blue lost a tiebreaker, the closest it got to a win. Mardan Red won all sets, the singles were close but Red was the winner. Please have your results in on time, it makes it much easier for the results to be up to date. Teams are not putting names on the back of the sheet, points to note in the rule book tell you these few simple rules. Tournaments are on the weekend of January 10 and 11. The ladies and men’s doubles Saturday, January 10 and the mixed doubles Sunday, January 11. Enter these

torunaments, they are fun and a chance to play against other players in your section. Merry Christmas to all and good health and good tennis in 2015. Results Section 1: Leongatha North 9.72 d Leongatha 0.25, Burra-PI 8.70 d Mardan 1.39, Inverloch 8.69 d Koonwarra 1.35. Section 2: Outtrim 4.59 d Longshots 5.56, Berrys Creek 8.69 d Inverloch 1.26, Hallston 5.53 d Leongatha 4.51, Koonwarra 9.72 d Young Ones 0.21, Baromi 7.69 d Leongatha North 2.42. Section 3: Baromi Gold 7.52 d Mardan Blue 0.19, Mardan Red 7.54 d Leongatha Yellow 0.26, Outtrim v Leongatha Green (no score), Baromi Black - bye.

Ladders

Section 1 Inverloch ..............................95.0 Burra-P/I..............................80.5 Leongatha North .................74.5 Koonwarra ...........................55.5 Leongatha..............................36.5 Mardan ..................................19.0 Section 2 Berrys Creek........................90.0 Longshots .............................89.0 Outtrim ................................77.5 Koonwarra ...........................73.5 Hallston .................................67.0 Baromi...................................62.5 Leongatha..............................48.0 Leongatha North ...................47.0 Inverloch ...............................39.5 Young Ones .............................9.0 Section 3 Mardan Red.........................72.0 Baromi Gold ........................67.5 Baromi Black .......................56.0 Mardan Blue ........................43.5 Leongatha Green ...................37.0 Leongatha Yellow .................23.0 Outtrim ..................................16.0

Mirboo North & District junior tennis Results - Round 10 Saturday, December 13

A Grade: Leongatha Hewitt 5 sets, 33 games d Baromi Red 1 set, 17 games. Leongatha Kyrgios 5 sets, 33 games d Fish Creek 1 set, 26 games. Leongatha Matosevic 6 sets, 36 games d Baromi White 0 sets, 10 games. Mardan 3 sets, 25 games d Leongatha Tomic 3 sets, 23 games. B Grade: Mardan 4 sets, 27 games d Leongatha Saville

2 sets, 24 games. Leongatha Duckworth 4 sets, 33 games d Leongatha North 2 Sets, 22 games. Baromi Purple 5 sets, 34 games d Leongatha Kokkinakis 1 set, 18 games. Fish Creek 6 sets, 36 games d Leongatha Groth 0 sets, 13. Leongatha Ebdon - bye. C Grade: Fish Creek 2 sets, 21 games d Baromi Orange 2 sets, 19 games. Baromi Yellow 2 sets, 18 games d Leongatha Stoser 2

sets, 16 games. Leongatha Gajdosova 3 sets, 19 games d Mardan 1 set, 12 games. Leongatha Dellaqua bye.

Ladders

A Grade Leongatha Tomic .................49.0 Leongatha Kyrgios ..............46.0 Mardan.................................37.0 Fish Creek ............................37.0 Leongatha Hewitt ..................34.5 Leongatha Matosevic ............29.5 Baromi White ........................22.0 Baromi Red ...........................21.0

B Grade Leongatha Ebdon ................47.8 Fish Creek ............................46.0 Baromi Purple .....................45.5 Leongatha Duckworth ........40.5 Leongatha North ...................37.5 Leongatha Saville..................27.5 Mardan ..................................27.5 Leongatha Groth ...................22.5 Leongatha Kokkinakis ..........17.5 C Grade Fish Creek ............................33.5 Baromi Yellow......................28.5 Leongatha Gajdosova .........24.8 Leongatha Stoser.................23.5 Baromi Orange ......................22.5 Leongatha Dellaqua ..............19.4 Mardan ..................................19.0

Night tennis: back row from left, runners up Sarah Cantwell, Geoff Allum, Craig Selby and Michael Morcom. Front row from left, the winners Sharon Clements, Allan Mann, Brayden Krohn and Jo van der Pligt.

Inverloch night tennis final INVERLOCH tennis club held its night grand final last week.

After four sets of high class tennis the scores were tied so the last pairs on had to play a super tie breaker up to 10. Michael Morcom and

Craig Selby were off to a flying start leading 6 /1 and looked home until Brayden Krohn and Sharon Clements lifted a gear and won the next nine out of 10 points to win 10/7 (Morcom Curse). Team nine, Jo van der

Pligt, Brayden Krohn, Allan Mann and Sharon Clements defeated Geoff Allum, Michael Morcom, Sarah Cantwell and Craig Selby. The next night competition starts mid February. Any queries to Michelle Krohn 0418570711.

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Leongatha ladies A LARGE field competed in an Irish 3BBB for the final competition day before the tourist season begins. This event was followed by a Christmas break up party catered for by the club. A colourful array of Christmas attire was taken out of moth balls to add to the festive atmosphere. The winning combination was Julie Howard, Jan Bissett and Karen Orford with 76

Frank Smedley who was runner up with 35 points. NTP’s were Glenn Hewlett on the fourth hole, Grant McRitchie on the seventh, Gerry Mooney on the 14th and Peter Hartigan on the 16th. DTL Balls : Ian Barlow, Peter Hartigan, Roy Klevercamp, Jan Brownlie, Ron Paice, Jocelyn Howson, Bill Warren, Bert Borg, Merv Stubbs, Al Sperling, Will Norden, Fred de Bondt, Michael Thomas and Dave Vorwerg. Time sheets are now in operation until the end of January. Competition play is available for both men and women each day on Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Please contact the club to book your tee time.

Woorayl OUR aggregate event on Saturday, December 13 was sponsored by R. & J. Spokes, Leongatha Fresh Meat and Fish. The winners with 74 points were Bo Fiek and Ray Sullivan from Michael Grist and Craig Gourlay, who eagled the 11th. Balls went to G. Fennell, I. McLennan / C. Hall, G. Calder / J. Newton, K. Riseley / G. Winkler / J. Howard. Nearest the pins went to captain Peter and Mick Herrald. The ladies’ event saw Thel Scoble win with 43 points, with balls to Sue Wakefield and Elsie McBride. Nearest the pins going to Anne Grist and Barb James. On Sunday, December 14 we held an ambrose for sponsors day and despite the ordinary weather a good field turned up and the team of J. Howard, J. Andronico, D. Leggo, D. McKeown won with 55.625 from B. and M. Robjant, A. Tsindos and M. Robjant. Balls went to T. and D. Walters, T. & T. Ryan / G. and J. Fennell, I. McLennon, W. Badaracco / B. Wilson, T. Scoble, R. Cook, G. Salmon. Nearest

points. Balls down the line were won by Pat Pease, Louise Schache and Debbie Miller 73, Marg Berry, Pam Christensen and Glenyce McRobert 73, Coral Gray, Sue Bowler and Libby Seebeck 72, Wendy Parker, Sue Woods and Noreen Williams 71 and Shirley Welsford, Vivian Hughes and Trish Owen 71. The nearest to the pin on the 16th was won by Else Gedye - her first ever.

the pins went to Geoff McKinnon and Brendan Robjant. At our annual general meeting the following main office bearers were elected: president Graeme Winkler, vice president Jim Newton, captain Peter Burgess, vice captain Geoff McKinnon, treasurer Dennis Lim and secretary Kev Riseley. Also passed at the annual general meeting was a new membership category; ordinary member, pay to play membership $300. This membership entitles the member to the same entitlements as an ordinary member except their competition fees will be $15 per game on all competition days compared to $8 per game for ordinary members. Next week will be a stableford sponsored by Rod Goodwin. I will be amazed if the man in red doesn’t show on Thursday night which is the last of our Christmas meal and raffle nights.

Woorayl ladies

THE final day for the season was a nine holes event played with two clubs and a putter. The A Grade winner was Chris Perrett with 33 and a half net, B Grade was won by Anne Poole with 37 and a half net and C Grade was won by Melinda Martin with 36 net. Down the line balls went to Anne Grist, Pauline Lancaster, Carol Johnson, Elsie McBride and Jenny Riseley. Nearest the pins went to Anne Grist on the 11th and Chris Perrett on the 17th. Afterwards we all enjoyed a delicious lunch, followed by some entertainment and trophy presentations. Our opening day for the new season will be on Wednesday, January 28. Please come along and enjoy a three person Ambrose. All beginners particularly welcome. In the meantime come and play the summer competitions on Wednesday and Saturday. Season’s greetings to everyone.

Colleen Touzel was closest on the 14th. Trish Owen and Toni West were the closest on the fourth and seventh with their second shot. Saturday, December 13 Winner: Marilyn Williams 20/35 points. Down the line: Rebecca Wilson and Di Williams 34, and Rita de Bondt 32. Nearest the pin: Di Williams.

A Grade winners: Julie Evens and Marg O’Halloran and B Grade winners Ivy Ruby and Christine Hamilton.

Wonthaggi ladies THE Medalist of Medals for Wonthaggi this year was awarded to Christine Hamilton who had the best round on the day of all the year’s monthly medal winners the week before. Not everyone gets to compete for this award let alone win it. Well done Christine. The final day of ladies golf for 2014 was a single round of Stableford with mystery partners being drawn . There were some apologies to prospective partners while lunch was being enjoyed. The winners on the

Meeniyan golf CONGRATULATIONS to the star medallist for 2014 Jeff Wilson. Saturday’s event, singles stableford, was kindly sponsored by club member Phil Johnston. The A Grade winner with 42 points was C. Buckland snr (13) with D. Thomson runner up with 38. The B Grade winner was F. Piele (31) with 39 points, followed by P. Wilson (25) with 36.

A GREAT final mixed event was held on Sunday with 18 pairs setting out for a very enjoyable round of American foursomes. The round of the day was by Joe and Delores Harvey who, with 82 (15) 67 net, was the best to win the B Grade event. They were closely challenged by Chris Hamilton and Geoff Linguey 87 (18) 67 who were the B Grade runners up. A Grade was a bottleneck with three pairs on 70 but the winners were David Birt and Marg O’Halloran 84 (14) 70

Daylight Savings Golf at Leongatha Golf Club 'Hump' Night Wednesdays – 9 Hole Comp from 4pm throughout daylight savings - all players welcome. Pot & Parma from 5:30PM. Golf & Dinner $25. Pot & Parma only $16. Kids menu available too.

Balls to R. Matthews (36), C. Stewart and C. Buckland jnr. (both 35). NAGA to D. Baggallay, which was well deserved with a magnificent 18 points. NTP to C. Stewart. The pro pin was unclaimed as was the member’s draw with L. Cope being absent. Tuesday’s event was won by W. Reilly (26) with 37 points. F. Peile (31) was next best, on a three way countback, with 32 points.

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Medalist of medals: Christine Hamilton. Best nine went to L. Redpath and NTP to W. Reilly. Thursday saw A. Kuhne (17) cleaning up with 46 points. His closest rival was J. Dumont (18) with 37. Best nine went to P. Johnston and NTP to A. Kuhne. Don’t forget it’s only four sleeps to the Meeniyan Gentlemen’s Club gala event.

Mirboo North golf Thursday results Competition: Stableford.

Mixed winners: from left, friendship cup award winner Kevin Bayley with A Grade winners David Birt and Marg O’Halloran and B Grade winners Delores and Joe Harvey.

Wonthaggi ladies

Winning combo: from left, Jan Bissett , Karen Orford and Julie Howard were victorious on the Leongatha golf course last week.

day were A Grade, Marg O’Halloran and Julie Evens whose combined scores were 65 points while B Grade was won by a team of Ivy Ruby and Christine Hamilton also 65 points. NTP: second Denise Miller, 17 Irene Walsh, Pro Pin eighth Lorraine Peters. BDL: L. Peters 36, I. Walsh 36, G. Prentice 36, M. O’Halloran 35, Delores Harvey 34, V. Milner 34, C. Hamilton 34, M. Masterman 33. A big thank you was given to president Anne Poulton who has finished her term and welcome to Dot Garry in her new position as the ladies president 2015.

from mother and son Jan and Coby Jeeves 78 (8) 70 runners up on c/b Kevin Bayley and Marg Johnson 79 (9) 70. NTP second ladies Lorraine Peters and NTP 17th men Eric Van Agtmaal. Pro Pins on the eighth: men -Steve Laing and ladies -Maureen Masterman BDL: K. Bayley and M. Johnson 70, R and A. Walker 72, B. Fennell and J. Beaumont 72, D. Crellin and M. Anderson 73, J and W. Jordan 73, J and M. Masterman 73, J. Richardson and I. Ruby 73 The putting event was very social and with the

December 11 Day Winner: Terry Bradshaw DTL’s: Richie Robbins 40 points, John McFarlane 38 points and Rob Gourlay 36 points. NTP: Joe Kus on sixth. Saturday Results Competition: Stableford. December 13 Winner: Ian Evison 41 points. DTL’s: Terry Bradshaw 39 points and Sasi Nair 38 points c/b. Second shot NTP first hole: Nigel Bracecamp. NTP: Fourth: Ray Hoskin Sixth: Ian Evison 13th: Joe Kus 16th: Col James

recent coring of the greens was basically hit it hard through the sand. Marg Johnson won her round against Anne Walker in the ladies and Norm Bourne won his round against Kevin Bayley. This year the men were the victors with Norm the champion over Marg There was a special presentation to an unassuming and gracious Kevin Bayley as the recipient of the “friendship” cup awarded in recognition of his tireless volunteering in many hats at the golf club - a worthy recipient.

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APART from the deluge earlier in the week, the course was in beautiful condition. The winner of the men’s stableford competition last Tuesday was Jim Parry with 36 points. DTL – Ray Prain, Brian Blake, Robert Fulton and Larry Giddy. NTP – Jim Parry. Randy Reusch continued his good form taking out the men’s par competition on Thursday with +4. DTL –John Mathers and George Draeger. NTP –Brian Blake and Randy Reusch. The winner of the chook on Friday was Alayne McKenzie with 18 points. DTL – Merle Barham, Andrew Boyd, Tony Vanin and Lloyd McKenzie. NTP’s –Andrew Boyd. Tony Vanin played the round of his life, firing a three under par round and 44 points to easily win the A Grade trophy on Saturday. The runner up was Neville Thompson with 38 points. In B Grade John Mathers was the winner with 39 points. Steve Barnes was the runner up with 38 points. DTL – Peter Dight, Phil Schofield, Fred Tyers, Kevin Witheridge, Steve Reid and Owen Kindellan c/b. NTP’s – Kevin Witheridge, George Draeger, Don Cripps, Neville Thompson and Peter Dight. Saturday, December 13– Ladies Stableford: Winner – Gale Tyers 34 points. DTL – Pam Witheridge. NTP’s – Gale Tyers and Gayle Reid. The members draw winner was Donna McIvor who wasn’t on hand to collect the $850. The draw will jackpot to $900 this coming Friday. The Saturday golfers draw was Graeme Anthony who wasn’t present to collect the $260. Draw jackpots to $280 for next week. Coming events: Thursday, December 18 – Par Thursday, December 18 - Summer Sixes (Six Hole Event) 4.30pm – 6pm Friday, December 19 – Friday Friendly Friday, December 19 Members draw and Christmas raffles 6.30pm – 8pm - $900 Saturday, December 20 – Christmas Party, three ball Ambrose, Draw for partners and the Steve and Gayle Reid Trophy. Saturday, December 20 – Golfers’ draw 5:30pm - $280.

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SATURDAY’s Stableford competition was played in ideal conditions on an outstanding course. The A Grade honours went to Glen Marsham (13) with 38 points. B Grade was taken out by Will Norden (19) with 37 points in a countback. Gary Sharrock also won in a countback in C Grade with 36 points. Andy Bassett took out the Super Comp with 37 points. NTP’s were Geoff McDonald on the fourth hole, Rick Sheehan from Wonthaggi Golf Club on the seventh, Paul Brusamarello on the 14th and Glen Marsham on the 16th. DTL Balls : Anthony Sparkes, Geoff McDonald, Andy Bassett, Allan Schache, Rob Martin, Mike Street, John Dalton, Colin Bear, Tom Sorrell, David Forbes, K Jones, Mark Boler, A Westaway, Noel Johnson, T Barker and Stuart de Bondt. Tuesday’s Stableford competition was won by Geoff McDonald. He had everything working well to take the honours with a very good score of 45 points. NTP’s were Ian Murchie on the fourth hole, Peter Cannon on the seventh, Bryan McCorkell on the 14th and Geoff McDonald on the 16th. DTL Balls : Ian Murchie, Bryan McCorkell, Ray Burton, Peter Cannon, Bill Warren, Mike Street, Chris Leaver, Bert Borg and Joe Lowell. Thursday was the Whisky Run sponsored by The Esplanade Hotel in Inverloch. A Grade was taken out by Doug Clemann (11) with 36 points from Grant McRitchie who was runner up with 35 points. Trevor Steer (18) took out B Grade with 38 points from Runner-up Peter Brownlie with 37 points. C Grade went to John Moor with 40 points from runner up Mike Street with 38 points. Frank Thomas took out D Grade with 38 points from

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Golf turns 100

By Laura Gibb

ON Sunday, Korumburra Golf Club celebrated 100 years of golf in Korumburra.

The golf club’s current location is its third, according

to South Gippsland Shire Councillor and local historian Cr Bob Newton. Cr Newton has written a book on the history of golf in the area and three generations of his family played the 100 year game of golf on Sunday, with his son Andrew Newton and his grandson Travis Jones also playing.

Festive lunch: from left, Lyn Perks, Beryl Brown and Barb Twite enjoyed a catch up at the ladies Christmas break up.

Korumburra ladies TWENTY ONE ladies were pleased to finish their golf on Wednesday before the showers arrived. Thank you to Joan Wardle, who sponsored the Par event. It was also great Joan could play on the day. Division 1 (0-23) was won by Chris Rickard (23), with one up. Runner up was Julie Brannaghan (20), who finished Sq, on a count-back from Heather Grist (22). Jenny Blackmore (39) won Division 2 (24-45), with two up and Carie Harding (25) was runner up, with one up. Carie was also nearest the pin on the first and Joan Wardle was closest on the 13th. Balls down the line went to Heather Grist, Sq., and Judy Webb, Marg Clasby and Norrie Little, who all finished with -2. The lucky card draw winners were Janice Follett and Sharon Adams. Ladies president Julie Hislop presented Lee Clements with a lovely plant in appreciation for all her work and thorough organisation in the last three years as the ladies captain. This has been a huge workload and we thank Lee for her commitment in this role over a long period of time. Julie also wished Judy Webb all the best in her position as the incoming captain. Judy has asked that the envelopes distributed regarding

pennant /Golf Vic events/ Putting comp., etc are completed and returned to her as soon as possible. Around 40 people enjoyed a social night with plenty of chatter and laughter last Wednesday night for the ladies Christmas break up at Coal Creek Motel. A small field of four played on Saturday with Lee Clements (12) having a good score to win with 37 points. Judy Webb was NTP on the first and Lee was closest on the 13th green. On Sunday there was a celebration to commemorate 100 years of golf in Korumburra. The day started with 48 players in the field for the 4BBB Stableford event. Many thanks are extended to Janice Follett for the donation of the rose bushes for the winners. Rod and Kodie Spokes won the men’s section, with 46 points on a c/b from Bob Newton and Greg Jones. The ladies section was won by Deb Wrigley and Chris Rickard with 42 points. Marg Young and Kevin Dixon won the mixed section, with 44 points on a c/b from two pairs; Kathleen Bronsema and Roger Hamill and Julie and Don Hislop. NTP prizes were won by David Enbom and Barb Walker on the first, Fred

Tyers on the seventh, Rod Spokes and Jacqui Cripps on the 10th and Fred Tyers and Betty Thomson on the 13th. Bob Newton gave an interesting talk on the history of golf in Korumburra, discussing the locations and the many people who have worked to establish, improve and maintain the course and clubhouse, as well as past golfers. Those present on the day were able to look through memorabilia of old clubs, bags and trophies and viewed photos on the new big screen. Thank you to Bob for his involvement in the historical aspects of golf in Korumburra and to the Social Committee for the organisation of the day. There was a small group who played in the Monday 9-hole competition with Viv Enbom winning with a great score of 19 points and Chris Rickard nearest the pin on the first. Last Thursday there was a good number playing in the Twilight competition. Julie and Don Hislop won with a fantastic 23 points and Trudy and Don Olden were runners-up with 20 points. Jenny Pollard and Allan Perks were NTP on the first and Don Hislop was closest on the 10th.

Social night: from left, Jenny Pollard and Jean White had a good night at the Korumburra ladies end of year dinner. Left, Thank you: Lee Clements (left) was presented with a colourful plant in appreciation for her years as ladies captain at Korumburra. Lee is pictured with incoming captain Judy Webb (right).

100 years: from left, president Brian Clasby, Viv Enbom, Ian Gibson, Bob Newton, Betty and Bill Thomson, Barbara Walker, David Enbom and Noel Walker celebrated 100 years of golf in Korumburra at Korumburra Golf Club.

Memorabilia: from left, Travis Jones, Joan O’Neill and Greg Jones holding a trophy from Korumburra’s 100 years of golf.

Centenary celebration: from left, club president Brian Clasby, Bill Hessels of Nyora, Cr Bob Newton and Greg Wilson of Korumburra celebrated 100 years of golf in Korumburra.

Golfing centenary: the group gathers to celebrate on the course at Korumburra Golf Club.

Korumburra THERE were 47 players on Saturday, December 13 for a stableford competition. A Grade: P. Hornibrook (12 hcp) 39 on countback from C. Clements, T. Fowles 36. B Grade: S. Osboldstone (17 hcp) 39, R. Newton 38, J. Solly 37, N. Ladgrove 36, J. Wilson 35. C Grade: T. Fredericks (35 hcp) 42 pts, G. Strong 39, R. Blay 37, I. Dixon 37, D. Hislop 37. Nearest the pin: 1st G. Strong, 7th J. Solly, 10th M. Garnham, 13th N. Ladgrove. Tuesday’s winner was D. Hislop 38 pts, Thursday’s winner Vets.

Last day: Woorayl Golf Club members from left, Jenny Riseley, Chris Perrett, course curator Greg Bancroft, Marg Tuckett and Sue Wakefield at the end of year presentation held at the golf club last Wednesday.

Golf girls: long time golfers, now retired back from left, Marg Harris, Glad Wilson (life member), Eileen Loveday, Iris McLeod and from from left, Dot Forrester (life member) and Frankie Johnson were at the Woorayl Golf Club ladies Christmas breakup last Wednesday to show their support for the club.

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Club champions: from left, new club champions Alan Easterbrook and Rosa James.

Leongatha TUESDAY, December 9 saw Division 1 ladies travel to Wonthaggi to play the Wonthaggi (2) ladies, and came away with the spoils, winning 77 shots to 64. T. McCormack (s) won 27 to 26 shots, F. Turner lost to 21 shots and R. James (s) won 33 to 17 shots. Division 3 travelled to Foster but were unable to overcome the Foster ladies, losing 36 to 45 shots: C. Harry (s) won 21 to 18 shots, M. Rayson (s) lost 15 to 27 shots. Round 11 sees Division 1 ladies at home to Phillip Island and Division 3 have the bye. This is the last game before the Christmas / New Year break and ladies’ pennant will resume on January 13, 2015. Wednesday, December 10 social bowls saw only a small number take to the greens, with the winners being L. Lancaster (s), B. Fisher and G. Witherow with two wins plus 13, runners-up were J. Kuiper (s), J. Embleton and E. Coulter. Friday social bowls again similar to Wednesday, only small numbers with the winners being R. Trotman (s) and G. Emmerson. Saturday, December 13 saw Division 1, 3 and 4 all at home on the new greens with Division 1 playing Phillip Island (W) winning 87 to 70 shots: W. Walker (s) lost 26 to 38 shots, J. Turner (s) won 34 to 14 and J. Hall won 27 to 18. Division 3 also played Phillip Island and again won 71 to 67 shots: Barry Davidson (s) lost 17 to 27 shots, A. Rayson (s) won 28 to 22 and

Inverloch Men

TWENTY four players formed 12 pairs playing two 12 end games at Men’s Social Bowls on Thursday, December 11. Winners with 38 points were Nic Van Grunsven (s) and Gary ‘Who Dat?’ Scott. Runners up with 34 points were Brian Humphris (s) and

J. Kuiper (s) won 26 to 11. Division 4 were out of luck again playing Port Welshpool and losing 63 to 79 shots: E. Thompson (s) lost 17 to 32 shots, C. George (s) won 27 to 18 and R. Symmons lost 19 to 29. Round 11 December 20 sees Division 1 away to Lang Lang, Division 3 away to Foster and Division 4 away to Meeniyan. This also will be the last game before the Christmas / New Year break with the men’s pennant resuming on January 17, 2015. Sunday, December 14 saw the finals of the Leongatha ladies’ club championships completed. The semi finals saw Trish McCormack defeat Susan Crouch, and Rosa James defeated Elizabeth Beale. The grand final between Trish and Rosa was an impressive exhibition of draw bowling over 31 ends, with the winner being Rosa James in a close finish. Well done to all our finalists and to our club’s 2014-15 ladies’ champion Rosa, congratulations. Reminders: Wednesday, December 17 will see the monthly triples in action, a 9.30am start and BYO lunch. The Christmas breakup is on Friday night, December 19. I have also been advised the business bowls will commence on January 26, 2015 so to all the Leongatha and area business folk, get your teams in to the following people: Barry Davidson 5662 2270 or Bev Coulter 5662 2605 after the Christmas / New Year break. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’. Gavin Blew. Next Thursday, December 18 there will be no Men’s Social Bowls. The Inverloch Turkey Triples event will be played, restricted to one green while the bent green undergoes a minor refreshment to be in reasonable shape for most of the summer

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Club champions: Peter Spark and Joanna Lomagno. season. The tournament committee is arranging a split round to ensure all of the regular Triples teams get an equal share of the available green space during repairs to both rinks (alternating, not concurrently) during this time. Saturday, December 13, Round 11 of Pennant. Divisions One, Three and Five were away to Phillip Island Blue, Tarwin Lower and San Remo. Divisions Two and Four hosted Loch and Korumburra. After last week’s wins against the top three sides the club was brought back to reality with only six out of the 15 rinks managing to score competition points and only one side managing to eke out a win. Division One against Phillip Island was never in the hunt and went down by 29 shots, 58 to 87. Only the rink of M. Coram (s), K. Gardiner, R. Gabb and J. Pinneri managed to grab some points with a 10 shot win 29 to 19. We travel back to the scene of the massacre next week to play the Whites hopefully with a better outcome. Division Two against Loch needed to win two games clear off the competition for fourth place but unfortunately went down on two rinks by the slimmest of margins on each, losing by 2 shots 71 to 73. Only R. Lawson (s), C. Buccilli, J. Fisher and Ga. Scott could salvage a point with a 23 all draw. Division Three against top of the table Tarwin Lower played like a side that was at the bottom of the ladder (despite there being a plunge with Mickybet for the Inverloch side). The bookies clearly got their analysis correct and the Tarwin side remained unbeaten with an emphatic 54 shot victory 94 to 40. B. Hensley (s), N. Everitt, Ni. Van Grunsven and P. Davis won by two shots 22 to 20. Division Four at home against Korumburra won by 18 shots, 79 to 61. R. Howard (s), K. Cousens, M. Marshall and Ge. Scott drew 19 all. Anchoring the side home with a 24 shot victory 37 to 13 was A. Tschiderer (s), C. Hughes, J. Thornton and G. Dunlop. Division Five away at San Remo were defeated by 23 shots, 56 to 79. Only B. Phillipson (s), B. Pritchard, A. Johnstone and T. Steer won by five shots, 20 to15. This Friday, December 19 will be the club’s Christmas break up with lots of raffle prizes and finger foods as well as the member draw. Also feel free to gaze in wonder at the Inverloch Bowling Club’s Christmas tree whilst celebrating the festive season with good friends down at the club this Friday night. Today Tuesday, December

16 at 2.30pm will be the final of the Men’s Club Singles between Ron Burge and Mick Coram. As mentioned in earlier reports, Inverloch Bowling Club has introduced a Summer Bowls programme for non bowlers visiting the town at anytime from mid December until the end of January, from two until four pm most Sundays. The initial roll up was held on Sunday, December 14 and attracted a number of barefoot bowlers most signed up immediately for the summer Sunday event. An inexpensive season ticket, either single bowler or family size, must be purchased. This ticket allows the holder(s) to play on each scheduled Sunday afternoon, using club bowls and equipment, and assisted by club members if they wish to get them up to speed. Bar facilities will be available from 2pm.

Meeniyan ON Tuesday, December 9 Division One Pennant played at home against San Remo. One rink was successful, but the division went down overall. This week they play Wonthaggi Division One away. Pennant resumes on January 13 with three rounds left to play. Corporate Bowls Pairs winners for week four were Puppies with Mavericks runners up. Week five winners were Mercrusz with Tapex runners up. This Tuesday was the final week of this popular event. Anyone wishing to enter a team or single entry in our Tuesday or Wednesday Corporate Bowls Triples beginning on January 6 and 7 should contact Doug Kuhn on 56647221. Saturday Pennant was an away game for both teams. Division Two played top team San Remo and came away with a very satisfying six shot win with two rinks getting the points. They are now third on the ladder. Division Four travelled to Lang Lang where one rink got the points but the division went down overall. This week with both teams at home Division Two plays Corinella and Division Four plays Leongatha. Pennant then resumes on January 17. Our Christmas break up is on this Friday December 19 with a 6.30 start.

some being decided on the last bowl. Winners on the night were Rod McConchie, Mary Tumino (WWD) 7-6, 8-7, 5-5. Second Toni Heldens, Peter Tiziani (LWW) 7-9, 6-5, 8-5, next Bill Wolswinkel, Joyce Occhipinti (WDD) 9-7, 9-9, 5-5, then Andrew Hanks, Carolyn Benson (LDW) 10-12, 9-9, 9-7, fifth Charlie Tumino, Illene Tiziani, Ian Benson / Peter Heldens (WLL) 12-10, 7-8, 5-8, and then Joe Occhipinti, Glenys Pilkington, Sebastian Terranova (LLL) 6-7, 5-6, 7-9. Wednesday, December 17 is our last night of bowling for the 2014 season.

Fish Creek OUR Ladies unfortunately lost their Pennant match against Phillip Island last Tuesday but our Division Two Men had a big win against Wonthaggi at home this week. Division Five was not so lucky as it won two rinks but went down by only one shot overall, also against Wonthaggi. The teams this Saturday remain the same. Division Two goes to Inverloch departing at 11.30am and Division Five goes to Phillip Island departing at 10.45am. No other news this week but don’t forget the Christmas party on Thursday, December18.

South Gippsland pennant bowls Division 1: Wonthaggi 14-80 d Korumburra 2-53; Leongatha 14-87 d Phillip Island White 2-70; Phillip Island Blue 14-87 d Inverloch 2-58; Mirboo North 2-68 lt Lang Lang 14-89. Division 2: Inverloch 1-71 lt Loch 15-73; Corinella 2-54 lt Toora 14-79; Fish Creek 16-95 d Wonthaggi 0-51; San Remo 2-62 lt Meeniyan 14-68. Division 3: Wonthaggi 14-82 d San Remo 2-65; Leongatha 14-71 d Phillip Island 2-67; Tarwin Lower 14-94 d Inverloch 2-40; Korumburra 2-72 lt Foster 14-74. Division 4: Inverloch 1379 d Korumburra 3-61; Leongatha 2-63 lt Port Welshpool 14-79; Phillip Island 14-77 d Wonthaggi 2-63; Lang Lang 14-73 d Meeniyan 2-56. Division 5: Foster 14-82 d Toora 2-69; San Remo 14-79 d Inverloch 2-56; Fish Creek 4-72 lt Wonthaggi 12-73; Corinella 14-71 d Phillip Island 2-60; Tarwin Lower 14-73 d Toora 2-72.

SGBD Ladies State Fours SECTIONAL play in the South Gippsland Bowling Division, Ladies State Fours at Foster on November 20 saw three teams go through to the semi final and final at Corinella on December 3. The semi was played be-

Ladders

Division 1 Inverloch .........................+207 130 Phillip Island Blue..........+141 124 Wonthaggi .........................+67 97 Korumburra .....................+11 90 Leongatha ...........................+41 82 Mirboo North ....................-206 42 Phillip Island White ..........-118 39 Lang Lang .........................-143 36 Division 2 San Remo ........................+122 116 Corinella ...........................+74 107 Meeniyan .............................-4 86 Loch ...................................-38 82 Toora ..................................+19 79 Inverloch ............................ -22 74 Fish Creek ..........................-13 66 Wonthaggi ........................-138 30 Division 3 Tarwin Lower ............... +245 142 Wonthaggi ....................... +72 94 Phillip Island ....................+85 90 San Remo ..........................-75 76 Korumburra ....................... -14 74 Foster .............................. -99.5 61 Leongatha ...........................-46 57 Inverloch.........................-167.5 43 Division 4 Phillip Island ................... +87 113 Port Welshpool ................+79 102 Wonthaggi ........................+51 97 Inverloch ............................+12 93 Korumburra ......................+108 87 Lang Lang ..........................-96 55 Leongatha .......................... -89 52 Meeniyan ......................... -152 41 Division 5 Toora ...............................+115 113 Tarwin Lower ..................+47 106 Fish Creek ........................+85 104 Wonthaggi ........................+36 89 Foster ..................................-30 74 Corinella ..............................-76 66 Phillip Island .....................+28 64 San Remo ............................+9 64 Loch ....................................-77 64 Inverloch ...........................-157 42

Next week: Kiss of Death Division 1: Phillip Island White (home) simply no match for Inverloch by 33 shots. Lang Lang (home) in a close one against Leongatha by 3 shots. Mirboo North (home) will inflict a 4th straight defeat over Korumburra by 6 shots. Phillip Island Blue (home) will bring Wonthaggi back to reality with a strong 19 shot win. Next week is the last round before the Christmas break.

SGBD Tuesday pennant bowls Round 10 - December 9

Division 1: Phillip Island 16/96 (38 shots) d Foster -/38. (P. Major 29 d B. Tyers 20, J. Boyce 35 d R. Speers 15, R. Eames 32 d J. Miles 23). Wonthaggi (1) 14/76 (7 shots) d Inverloch 2/69. (A. Green 37 d L. Luby 19, J. Burns 25 d A. Tschiderer 22, I. Thompson 14 lt C. Hughes 28). San Remo 14/78 (27 shots) d Meeniyan 2/52. (S. Carvosso 22 d M. Pearson 17, J. Brown 36 d A. Van Wamel 13, R. Dennis 20 lt L. Hanks 22). Leongatha 14/77 (13 shots) tween the Toora team of R. Richardson, K. Barwick, L. Vignocchi and W. Low and the San Remo team of R. Dennis, J. Brown, C. Thorn and M. Forrest with San Remo winning what was a close game. The afternoon final saw San Remo meeting the Tarwin Lower team of H. Twite,

d Wonthaggi (2) 2/64.(R. James 33 d R. Stewart 17, T. McCormack 27 d D. Jensen 26, F. Turner 17 lt K. Bird 21). Division 2: Korumburra 16/79 (26 shots) d San Remo -/53 (M. Goad 22 d J. Farquhar 15. (D. Williams 35 d W. Brunsden 20, J. McVeigh 22 d J. Blackwell 18). Phillip Island. 14/89 (28 shots) d Fish Creek 2/61. (C. Hoffman 31 d M. Kerr 24, J. Stubbs 36 d N. Van Dyk 13, L. Waters 22 lt M. Vuillerman 24). Loch & District 14/95 (49 shots) d Toora 2/46 (J. Miller 45 d R. Richardson 9, J. May 32 d K. Barwick 14, V. Kennedy 18 lt B. Curram 22). Corinella. 12/73 (5 shots) d Tarwin Lower 4/68. (P. Scammel 38 d B. De Rooy 16, J. Carter 16 lt H. Twite 28, M. Hoy 19 lt H. Marshall 24). Port Welshpool 16/45 (24 shots) (Received forfeit from Lang Lang, after 11 ends had been played) Port Welshpool allotted points for the match. (16pts) and 24 shots, which was the margin of at the time of the forfeit. Inverloch had the bye (16 pts). Division 3: Foster 12/45 (9 shots) d Leongatha 2/36 (N. Jacobs 27 d M. Rayson 15, J. Bohn 18 lt C. Harry 21.) Korumburra 12/45 (4 shots) d Inverloch 2/41.(M. Hams 28 d B. Kurrle 16, C. Moore 17 lt J. Moule 25). Tarwin Lwr. 14/56 (28 shots) d Wonthaggi -/28 (T. Morris 26 d L. Beaumont 14, V. Martin 30 d T. Kavanagh 14). Mirboo North had the bye (14 pts.)

Ladders

Division 1 San Remo ........................+201 132 Wonthaggi (1) ...................+32 95 Inverloch ...........................+32 95 Phillip Island.....................+92 71 Meeniyan .............................-84 70 Leongatha ...........................+30 69 Foster .................................-160 56 Wonthaggi (2)....................-267 25 Division 2 Inverloch .........................+175 142 Korumburra ...................+170 111 Corinella ............................+63 104 Loch .................................+168 95 Phillip Island .......................-82 92 Port Welshpool ...................+49 87 Toora ....................................-99 74 Tarwin Lower ......................-52 71 San Remo ............................-85 71 Lang Lang .........................-118 65 Fish Creek .........................-189 48 Division 3 Mirboo North ...................+93 115 Wonthaggi .........................+34 90 Inverloch ...........................+26 77 Leongatha.............................-4 77 Foster ...................................-62 72 Korumburra ...........................-5 70 Tarwin Lower .......................-82 59

H. Marshall, B. Martin and W, Coleman. The match was postponed after six ends due to the rain and concluded at Meeniyan on Monday 8 with Tarwin Lower winning. Many thanks go to Foster, Corinella and Meeniyan for the use of their greens and facilities.

Buffalo indoor

Wednesday, December 10 SIX teams were selected this week with 15 bowlers at Buffalo. Carolyn and Ian were back bowling after several weeks off, and Ian and Peter Heldens were sharing a spot. All games were very close,

State Fours Ladies: from left, H. Twite, H. Marshall, B. Martin. W. Coleman (Tarwin Lower), M. Forrest, C. Thorn, J. Brown and R. Dennis (San Remo).

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South Coast Athletics

SGBD State Ladies Fours: played at Meeniyan last Wednesday, the winning team from left, Helen Twite (s), Heather Marshal, Bev Martin and Wilma Coleman.

Tarwin Lower

WHAT a thrilling week for the Tarwin club with our ladies, Helen Twite, Heather Marshall, Bev Martin and Wilma Coleman winning the SGBD State Fours. They now go on to challenge the winners of the West Gippsland team in January. Heather Marshall stood in for Robyn Griffiths who was ill at the time of the grand final but if well enough will be able to take

her place in the next event. Ladies Pennant last Tuesday saw Division Two lose overall to Corinella by five shots but our Division Three Ladies had an enormous win over Wonthaggi by 28 shots. This was the best win of the season so far for these teams. Wednesday Triples was again played in good spirits with the winner being the team from Tarwin of Steve Graham, Mick Bowman and Jamie O’Donohue.

Saturday Men’s Pennant was again won by Tarwin with very healthy shots up. They are at present on top of the ladder and are the only undefeated team in Division Three. Saturday night was our Christmas Dinner and a wonderful meal was provided with members having lots of fun. Only one more game of pennant before the Christmas break so best of luck to all teams. Keep the winning streak going.

Wednesday Triples: the winners at Tarwin Lower from left, Jamie O’Donohue, Michael Bowman and Steve Graham with Frank Kiely.

Loch and District

CLUB championship matches for the men are down to the semi finals and should be completed this week. The ladies final was played on Thursday between Gay Garry and Jenny Miller. Both ladies have been club champion multiple times, with Jenny winning this time

after a good match. Lunch and the exchange of small gifts concluded a happy day. Pennant in the coming week will see the Tuesday team travel to Tarwin Lower and on Saturday both divisions are at home. Saturday evening will be our Christmas meal and get together, please put your names

on the list in the clubhouse to help with the catering. In the new year our three day tournament will be held over January 9, 10 and 11 where we are hoping to see a good turnout from our many friends around South Gippsland and beyond. Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season. See you on the greens in 2015.

IT’S been an action packed week for South Coast Athletics members with many personal best performances, national qualifiers, club records as well as a World Championship qualifying performance. Some great results from South Coast athletes who competed at Newborough with young gun Declan Morrison continuing his great start to the season by once again lowering his PB in the U/16 Men's 100m, this time setting a new South Coast Club record with a time of 12.10sec. The previous record of 12.24sec was held by Tom Corry set at the same venue back on 12/11/08. Sharna Warry set a Joe Carmody venue record jumping 10.00m in the Women's U/18 Triple Jump while Sarah Lewis performed well across four events. Another youngster on the rise is the Steve Plumb coached, Brodie Anderson who ran a great time to smash three club records in the 400m. David Green, more notable for his coaching expertise, set club records in the 50+ Masters Men shot put and discus events. There was more action on the weekend with what turned out to be a super Sunday for the Club with Stephanie George taking out the Women's U/20 10km Road Walk invitational event at the National 50km Road Walk Championships held at Fawkner Park. Stephanie’s has been focusing on her VCE studies this year which made her time of 56.06mins and

Leongatha Little Athletics

ANOTHER successful day for Leongatha Little Athletics on Saturday, December 13, with personal bests galore and a record six centre records.

We started the day with a Skills Development Session for high jump, which resulted in many children achieving a personal best in high jumps and as well as the centre records listed, we had two additional athletes who attempted high jump records.

Centre records

Under 16 Boys: Joel Norton, triple jump 11.58 m, broke his own record from the start of the season 11.40m Under 15 Boys: Ethan Bath, 300 m hurdles 47.68 sec, previously held by Matt Harris at 48.41 sec since 27/10/07. Under 15 Boys: Ethan Bath, 800 m, 2:31.49, broke his own record of 2:29.73 from earlier in the season. Under 15 Girls: Molly

Clark, 300 m Hurdle 52.42 sec, previously held by Jayde DeBondt at 52.55 sec since 24/2/07. Under 7 Girls: Melisse Bath, high jump 91cm, her own record from earlier in the season of 90cm. Under 6 Girls: Daisy Soumilas, 400 m 1:51.28, previously held by Abby Forrester 1:53.30 24/2/07.

High jump: Will Croatto showing style as he leaps to clear the bar. personal best for the day and 6 centre records. We have one more week of Little Athlet-

ics before our Christmas break, with a special visitor coming and finishing with a parents race.

very capable of. Speaking on ABC Grandstand radio this week Patterson said she was hoping to qualify for the World Championships but wasn’t looking too far ahead. “I never put expectation on myself” she said. Reflecting on the Games she said, “Alot of hard work and time had gone in to prepare for the Comm Games”. During the interview Eleanor praised her coach, David Green saying, “He just lives around the corner. He’s the best coach ever.” ABC asked if he was a “hard” coach and Patterson replied, “He is very good and understands me like no other”. Patterson and her fellow South Coast members will continue their training during Christmas with the main focus being the Victorian Country Championships which will be held in Bendigo on the Australia Day weekend. Local meet 6 results Wonthaggi - 9/12 Triple jump: Open Women: Sarah Lewis 7.27m, Emma Plumb 7.14m. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 6.56m. Open Men: Brenton Taber 10.43m, Josh Plumb 10.03m, Mark Coulter 9.96m. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 7.87m. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 8.51m. U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 7.36m. Discus: Open Women: Emma Plumb 16.15m, Sarah Lewis 10.63m. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 12.31m. Masters Men: David Green 26.63m (record), Steve Plumb 21.97m, Raymond Slade 18.46m. Open Men: Brenton Taber 23.31m, Josh Plumb 22.52m, Steve Plumb 22.22m, David Green 19.26m, Mark Coulter

Wonthaggi Little Athletics SATURDAY, December 13 was the last meet before Christmas and the children were delighted to see Santa at the track.

Significant achievements on the day

Under 9: Scott Mackie and Under 8 Harry Hines achieved five personal best out five events for the day (high jump, 70m, triple jump, 400m, 50m). The following Under 14 Boys: Douglas Mancarella, Under 13 Boys: Alfred Herbert, Under 12 Boys: Ryan Gilliam, Under 9 Girls: Nicolete Wight and Mia Burt, Under 8 Boys: Cambell Reid and Hugh Livingstone, Under 8 Girls: Pheobe Collins, Under 8 Boys: Connor Richards and Thomas Sherar all achieved personal best in four out of five events. 4 personal best. Overall 227

the win even more impressive. With George setting the standard for the day it was time for the South Coast Athletics jumpers to shine at the Athletics Victoria Knock Out meet held at Albert Park. Kyla Green had a breakthrough in the Women’s Pole Vault event setting a new personal best height of 2.20m and was unlucky not to clear the next height of 2.35m. The performance was an Australian Championships qualifying performance which means Green will be on the Victorian team along with other South Coast members bound for the Australian Junior Championships held in Sydney in March. The David Green coached squad of high jumpers took out the quadrella with Elly Radford winning the under 16 Women’s event with a 1.60m performance, Taylah Gardner was impressive in her under 18 victory setting a new personal best of 1.65m, the ever consistent jumping of Claire Jobling claimed the U/20 event with 1.55m and Eleanor Patterson won the Open Women’s High Jump with a 1.94m performance. Patterson’s performance was an IAAF qualifying height for the World Championships however it must be noted Athletics Australia has not released its selection policy for the World Championships. Patterson has become a consistent jumper in low 90’s heights, however she finished 20th in the 2014 world high jump rankings and will increase her workload and remain focused to be competitive at the Beijing held event in August next year, which we all know and believe she is

There were 197 PBs for the morning and three records fell. Macey Stubbs threw 4.91m in the turbo javelin to break the Under 6 Girls record. William Rodd, also in the turbo javelin, broke the Under 6 Boys record with a throw of 10.27. Bridget Lowe cleared 1.42m to set a new record in the Under 15 Girls high jump. 5 PBs: U8G: Gypsi Schmidt and Bailey Duscher, discus, triple jump, 80m hurdles, 70m, 200m. U9B: Ned Collins, discus, triple jump, 80m hurdles, 70m, 200m. U11B: Tyler Butcher, 1500m, javelin, 80m hurdles, 200m, long jump. 4PBs: U6G: Georgia

Slidders, long jump, turbo javelin, 80m hurdles, 70m U6B: Archie Jobe, long jump, turbo javelin, 80m hurdles, 70m U7B: Codi Duscher, triple jump, 80m hurdles, 70m, 200m. U9G: Olivia Bramley, 800m, triple jump, 80m hurdles, 200m. U9B: Heath Collihole, 800m, triple jump, discus, 200m; Callum McLeod, 800m, triple jump, 80m hurdles, 200m. U10G: Kiara Brusamarello, triple jump, discus, 80m hurdles, 200m. U10B: Zack Lambie, Triple jump, discus, 800m, 200m; Jai Williamson, Hayden Lindsay and Ashton Hewitson, discus, 80m hurdles, 200m, 800m; Angus Lambie, triple jump, discus, 80m hurdles, 200m. U11B: Jacob Timmermans, javelin, long jump, 80m hurdles, 200m. U12G: Chloe Bramley, 1500m, long jump, 80m hurdles, 200m.

18.45m. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 13.50m. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 27.58m. U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 15.31m. 60m: Open Women: Sarah Lewis 8.82sec, Emma Plumb 9.72sec. U/20 Carrie Luck 9.55sec. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 10.47sec. Open Men: Mark Coulter 8.06sec, Josh Plumb 7.92sec, Brenton Taber 7.74sec. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 9.04sec. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 8.10sec (record). U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 8.82sec. 100m: Open Women: Sarah Lewis 14.80m, Emma Plumb 16.25m. U/20 Carrie Luck 16.08sec. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 17.66sec. Open Men: Brenton Taber 12.99sec, Mark Coulter 13.50sec, Josh Plumb 13.68sec. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 15.44sec. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 13.66sec. U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 14.88sec. 400m: Open Women: Sarah Lewis 1.06.38min, Emma Plumb 1.15.51min. U/20 Carrie Luck 1.19.74min. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 1.24.77min. Open Men: Mark Coulter 59.29sec, Josh Plumb 1.01.56min, Brenton Taber 1.02.88min. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 1.13.10min. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 57.29sec (record). U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 1.10.35min. 800m: Open Women: Sarah Lewis 2.48.24min, Emma Plumb 3.06.12min. Open Men: Mark Coulter 2.24.58min, Josh Plumb 2.53.38min, Brenton Taber 3.05.26min. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 3.02.03min. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 2.27.22min. U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 2.55.62min. Shot Put: Open Women: Emma Plumb 6.33m, Sarah Lewis 5.11m. U/14 Women: Rachel Aitken 5.23m. Masters Men: David Green 9.48m (record), Steve Plumb 7.84m, Raymond Slade 6.69m. Open Men: Brenton Taber 7.94m, Josh Plumb 7.69m, Mark Coulter 6.62m. U/18 Men: Sam Peters 5.98m. U/16 Men: Brodie Anderson 7.59m. U/14 Men: Cooper Smith 7.54m. Vern Curnow Shield – Newborough 9/12/14: U/16 Men: Declan Morrison 100m 12.10sec (record, PB), 5.27m Long Jump, 6.65m shot put. U/20 Women: Sharna Warry 30.45m Javelin, 4.37m long jump. AV Shield 6/12/14: U/16 Men: Declan Morrison 13.07sec 100m, 5.57m long jump (PB). U/20 Women: Stephanie George 3000m walk 15.52.50min. Open Women: Sarah Lewis 1.06.16min 400m, 5.06.80min 1500m. Newborough 2/12/14: U/16 Men: Declan Morrison 100m 12.18sec (record), 26.20sec 200m, 17.05m javelin. U/20 Women: Sharna Warry 29.76m javelin, 10.00m triple jump Open Women: Sarah Lewis 12.51m discus, 5.20.35min 1500m, 14.50sec 100m, 29.73sec 200m.

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Les Minns Trophy: a re handicap with new rider Michael Eastwood blitzing the field to win by three lengths.

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Thomas McFarlane’s awesome debut THOMAS McFarlane raced in Melbourne at the State Under 19 titles on the weekend.

This is his first year in this age bracket. He took out the 1000m Time Trial, was third in the pursuit and third in the Kierin title. He was fourth in the 200m flying 200m qualifier for the sprints. However, with a heavy work schedule for the weekend McFarlane did not ride the sprint event. In an extra event for the weekend, riders had a 100 (25km) lap point score race where they contest sprints every 20 laps. This was raced against the elite men and McFarlane claimed a second place in this event. All up a great weekend. Club coach Tony Smith has had his charges working hard at Wednesday night training. At around 8pm the motor bike hits the track and the riders have been doing 45 laps (16km) with efforts every five laps so the training has been worth the effort. These results should see Thomas in the State team for the National Titles to be held late January 2015. Friday night saw the best field for the season and it helped with the running of two trophy races. A mild evening with a gusty breeze did not help the cause for riding personal bests but several riders turned in new personal bests in the opening one lap time trials. Kaleb Jans (43.33) and Josh Wright (45.08), both getting used to new bikes, put down personal bests whilst Bernadette Fitzgerald, also on a new bike, took a second of her time at 34.80 sec. In the five lap Junior scratch race there were eight starters, including new rider Michael Eastwood. Club referee Lindsay Love had some concerns about the field but the young riders performed well so all the training helps. Oliver McLean took the win from Thomas Fitzgerald whilst Kaleb Jans showed great understanding of the race to get past Fleur Timmins in the final straight to take third. In the Senior eight lap scratch race there were 10 starters and the pace was on all the way. Will Lumby was keen to challenge Austin Timmins but Austin had the speed up the home straight to take the win whilst Kevin Feely was the best of the others in third. The first Junior handicap over one

lap went to Kaleb Jans(25) from Jack Allen(40) with Felicity Waddell (20) riding a great race taking out third place. In the re handicap the riders raced for the Less Minns Trophy. Les was a supporter of the club in its early days. New rider Michael Eastwood (35) with the first ride under his belt found a new set of legs as he blitzed the field to win by three lengths from a consistent Kaleb Jans (15) and Thomas Fitzgerald (10). In the Senior field they raced an outmarkers’ and a backmarkers’ heat to get a six rider final field. In the final the limit riders, Katherine Fitzgerald (170) and Grace McLean (130) kept the pace and even though the backmarkers were sailing home at a great rate they held on to their lead. Grace McLean edged past Katherine to win the Williams Cup whilst Will Lumby (10) took third place. The Williams family was another of the club’s founding supporters. The Junior riders had four rider teams take up an Olympic sprint and it needed the stop watch to sort out the winners after the two laps. The winning team was Oliver McLean, Kaleb Jans, Jack Allen and Josh Wight. The Senior riders who missed the handicap final raced a one lap dash. Steve Allen took the win from Michael Park and Rob Waddell. The Senior riders then had an elimination and this race was a beauty. With a field of 10 riders it was a big bunch to sprint around and riders were keen to get the aces, Austin and Will, boxed in and hopefully eliminated early. However, it was these two fighting out the last sprint with Austin taking the win. Harrison McLean also rode well to take third. The Juniors had some sprint rounds. Michael Eastwood was continuing his good night as he took the first heat win. In the battle of the girls, Fleur Timmins was too good for Felicity Waddell whilst Oliver Mclean took the last heat. The Senior sprint heats saw the first heat go to Kevin Feely with a narrow result ahead of Rob Waddell. In the second heat it was a close affair with Harrison McLean getting the win ahead of Michael and Bernadette.

In the final heat Will Lumby tried all his tricks against Austin and looked a chance but Austin again had the answers. The final races were scratch races for each group to round out a big program of races. The Junior four lap race saw Oliver McLean win from Thomas Fitzgerald with Fleur Timmins taking third. In the Senior eight lapper, there were surges and recovery but the field was still intact at the bell. In the dash to the line Austin held off the challenges to win from Will and Kevin. This race was run in 5.02 min whilst the first scratch race was raced in 4.40min so the dynamics were quite different. Next week will be the last Friday for the year and will conclude with a sausage sizzle and some Christmas cheer. Several riders will be racing the Austral meeting at Hisense Arena on Saturday night so we look to the other members to be on hand Friday night to make a good final night of the year. We wish our Melbourne contestants good luck. Wednesday night training is on again this week. A reminder to anyone getting a bike from Santa that we will be back in action from Friday, January 16 so it is never too late to come and try out at the track.

South Gippsland Bridge Meeniyan - Monday evening: 1st Jenny Oglesby and Brian Hoskins; equal 2nd Kathryn Smith and David Baggallay, and Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope; 3rd June Metcalf and Colin Cameron. Tarwin Lower Tuesday afternoon: North/South: 1st Jack Kuiper and John Sutton; 2nd Greg Nicholson and Jean Barbour; 3rd Margaret Munro and Mary McCaughan. East/West: 1st Dawn Jolly and Ruth Stevenson; 2nd John Cocking and June Metcalf; 3rd John Sullivan and Alan Johnston. Inverloch - Friday afternoon: North/South: 1st John Farr and Anne Williams; 2nd Richard Moss and Dina Drury; 3rd Greg Nicholson and Jean Barbour. East/West: 1st John Sullivan and Alan Johnston; 2nd Faye Rowlands and Pat West; 3rd Kaye Douglas and John Sutton.

PHILLIP ISLAND d NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena B. Gannon c. W. Paterson b. G. Odgers ...........................5 B. Croatto c. G. Odgers b. J. Blackwell ......................26 A. Joboy c. M. Christopher b. J. Blackwell ......................15 J. Kelly c. M. Christopher b. S. Cox...............................24 J. Beckwith r.o..........................24 V. Kumar b. G. Odgers.............16 S. Gaddam b. J. Blackwell .......16 H. Funnell b. G. Odgers .............0 N. Battersby c. J. Johnston b. J. Blackwell ........................1 P. Joseph n.o. ..............................4 Extras ......................................21 Total .............................9/152 (cc) Bowling: G. Odgers 3/21, B. Quirk 0/16, J. Blackwell 4/27, R. Young 0/13, P. Francis 0/12, J. Johnston 0/20, W. Paterson 0/19, S. Cox 1/17. 1st innings Phillip Island R. Purcell c. H. Funnell b. A. Joboy .............................7 W. Paterson n.o. .......................58 J. Johnston c. J. Kelly b. A. Joboy ...........................12 R. Young lbw. b. P. Joseph .............................6 P. Francis c. J. Kelly b. V. Kumar ..........................20 M. Christopher n.o. ..................34 Extras ......................................25 Total .............................4/162 (cc) Bowling: D. Grigg 0/16, A. Joboy 2/40, P. Joseph 1/26, B. Croatto 0/27, S. Gaddam 0/21, N. Battersby 0/9, V. Kumar 1/15. OMK d MDU 1st innings MDU P. Robinson stp. P. Harper b. D. Jeffries .........................30 D. Thomas c&b. D. Jeffries .....20 D. Tuckett c. P. Harper b. D. Jeffries ...........................4 B. Davey c. D. Jeffries b. J. Cochrane.......................22 D. Sinclair c. G. Lomagno b. D. Jeffries ...........................0 T. Bright b. N. Audino................1 K. Brown b. J. Cochrane ..........10 G. Jones n.o. ...............................3 J. Brown n.o. ..............................0 Extras ......................................13 Total .............................7/103 (cc) Bowling: P. Green 0/12, J. Cochrane 2/16, H. James 0/8, D. Wylie 0/16, D. Jeffries 4/22, N. Audino 1/17, J. Greenwood 0/7. 1st innings OMK J. Greenwood c. D. Tuckett b. C. Cary .............................43 G. Lomagno c. B. Davey b. K. Brown ..........................18 J. Cochrane c. K. Brown b. P. Robinson ......................82 D. Jeffries c. P. Robinson b. J. Brown .............................9 P. Harper n.o.............................36 H. James n.o. ............................10 A. McKinnon b. P. Robinson .....3 A. Busana lbw. b. W. Collins...........................0 Extras ........................................9 Total .............................6/210 (cc) Bowling: K. Brown 1/18, D. Tuckett 0/33, W. Collins 1/42, C. Cary 1/39, J. Brown 1/53, P. Robinson 2/24.

INVERLOCH def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Inverloch I. Fowler c. I. Barnes b. A. Ray ................................1 R. Bulter b. M. Sharp .................4 J. Belli c. S. Roche b. A. Ray ..............................19 D. Wyatt c. A. Babu b. M. Cadwallender ..............22 D. Charkley c. b. S. Coldebella ......................9 W. Williams b. M. Cadwallender ................0 T. Wyatt b. M. Cadwallender .....2 Z. Fowler b. M. Cadwallender ...3 C. Bulter n.o. ..............................2 P. Aikins c. b. S. Coldebella .......1 J. Williams b. A. Babu ...............1 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .........................................76 Bowling: M. Sharp 1/17, A. Ray 2/36, M. Cadwallender 4/8, S. Coldebella 2/3, B. Evans 0/0, A. Babu 1/1. 1st innings Won Workmens S. Osborne b. D. Charkley .......45 S. Roche b. D. Charkley...........28 S. Coldebella n.o. .....................61 I. Barnes stp. b. J. Williams..........................8 S. Farrington r.o. ........................2 A. Geyer c. b. J. Williams ..........3 M. Cadwallender r.o...................0 B. Evans n.o. ..............................8 Extras ........................................5 Total .............................6/161 (cc) Bowling: C. Bulter 0/27, I. Fowler 0/27, T. Wyatt 0/7, D. Charkley 2/28, J. Williams 2/32, W. Williams 0/38.

Division 2

GLEN ALVIE def by OMK 1st innings OMK C. Walker c. A. Newsome b. R. Burke .............................1 D. Wylie ret. .............................50 B. Maguire lbw. b. T. Piasente ........................89 G. Adams ret. ...........................29 M. Gow c. b. J. Lindsay ...........43 M. Chizzonitti c. R. Burke b. J. Lindsay ...........................3 M. Blackburn c. R. Matthews ....3 N. Wylie c. b. T. Butler ..............8 W. Hayes n.o. .............................6 J. Whiteside n.o. .........................7 Extras ......................................16 Total .............................8/255 (cc) Bowling: R. Burke 2/35, J. Lindsay 2/64, R. Slade 0/50, T. Piasente 1/49, K. Davidson 0/36, T. Butler 1/13. 1st innings Glen Alvie R. Burke b. B. Maguire ............14 T. Piasente c. M. Gow b. M. Blackburn ...................34 T. Butler c&b. M. Blackburn .....1 K. Davidson c. G. Adams b. M. Blackburn .....................0 R. Matthews c. B. Maguire b. M. Blackburn .....................2 R. Slade n.o. ...............................1 J. Lindsay c. M. Blackburn b. M. Chizzonitti ....................4 A. Newsome c. B. Maguire b. R. Wyatt .............................2 Extras ........................................2 Total .........................................60 Bowling: B. Maguire 1/21, M. Gow 0/23, M. Blackburn 4/9, M. Chizzonitti 1/6, R. Wyatt 1/1. KILCUNDA-BASS d KOONWARRA-LRSL

1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL C. Moscript c. P. De Rubeis b. A. Blackney ........................4 A. Clark c. G. Burchell b. T. Pipicelli ..........................8 C. Mondal c. b. T. Pipicelli ......30 J. Rockall c. b. T. Pipicelli .........7 P. Buckley b. S. Burchell ...........5 L. Hughes c. b. P. De Rubeis......2 P. Kennedy c. b. H. Grace ..........0 R. Brown b. H. Grace.................5 D. Clark lbw. b. S. Blake ...........0 A. Piksons n.o. ...........................0 L. O’Connor c. b. S. Blake.........0 Extras ........................................5 Total .........................................66 Bowling: S. Blake 2/5, A. Blackney 1/18, H. Grace 2/6, T. Pipicelli 3/15, D. Blackney 0/13, P. De Rubeis 1/3, S. Burchell 1/6. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass A. Blackney c. ............................2 S. Burchell b...............................8 J. Reilly ret. ..............................24 J. Rosenow b. .............................4 D. Blackney b.............................0 G. Burchell n.o. ........................20 H. Grace n.o. ..............................4 Extras ........................................9 Total ...............................5/71 (cc) Bowling: R. Brown 0/7, A. Clark 1/20, P. Buckley 2/15, P. Kennedy 1/6, D. Clark 0/17, L. O’Connor 0/3.

KORUMBURRA d WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens C. Rigby c. G. Barrett b. D. Telfer .............................1 D. McGuirk b. M. Cozzio ..........8 M. Davey c. G. Barrett b. M. Cozzio...........................8 J. Licis c. G. Barrett b. C. Mileto ..........................18 M. Dobbie b. S. Harland ..........19 D. Van Agtmaal b. S. Hall ..........9 L. Anstey c. C. Mileto b. S. Harland ........................19 S. Jeffries c. P. Churchill b. C. Mileto ............................0 N. Dobbie b. M. Cizzio ............23 S. Liddle c&b. S. Harland ..........2 H. Dobbie n.o. ............................4 Extras ........................................9 Total .......................................120 Bowling: M. Cozzio 3/29, D. Telfer 1/8, S. Hall 1/15, M. Wrigley 0/15, S. Harland 3/36, C. Mileto 2/17. 1st innings Korumburra G. Barrett b. M. Dobbie ...........29 S. Harland c. M. Dobbie b. S. Jeffries............................5 P. Churchill c. M. Davey b. L. Anstey ..........................30 M. Wrigley b. S. Jeffries ............1 P. Pattinson n.o. ........................36 T. Morrison b. M. Dobbie ..........0 C. Mileto b. S. Liddle.................9 D. Telfer b. M. Dobbie ...............0 J. Petrie n.o.................................1 Extras ......................................14 Total ....................................7/125 Bowling: L. Anstey 1/37, S. Jeffries 2/26, M. Dobbie 2/24, S. Liddle 1/19, N. Dobbie 1/11, H. Dobbie 0/1.

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 Inverloch .................................84 Nerrena ...................................84 Won Workmens ......................68 Town ........................................48 Phillip Island ............................36 OMK ........................................24 Imperials ..................................24 Won Miners ..............................24 A Grade Division 2 Korumburra ...........................88 MDU ........................................84 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................68 Poowong-Loch ........................68 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................36 Fish Creek-Tarwin....................36 Glen Alvie ................................36 Foster..........................................0 B Grade Division 1 OMK........................................96 Won Workmens ......................72 MDU ........................................48

Nerrena ...................................48 Town.........................................36 Phillip Island ............................36 Imperials ..................................24 Inverloch ..................................24 B Grade Division 2 Won Miners ............................96 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................72 Poowong-Loch ........................48 Kilcunda-Bass.........................44 Korumburra ..............................36 Glen Alvie ................................12 C Grade Division 1 OMK........................................92 Won Workmens ......................84 Phillip Island...........................72 Inverloch .................................48 MDU ........................................36 Town.........................................36 Nerrena .....................................24 Imperials ....................................0 C Grade Division 2

Won Miners ............................96 OMK........................................84 Poowong-Loch ........................80 Korumburra ...........................60 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................48 Won Workmens ........................48 Phillip Island ............................12 Koonwarra-L/RSL ...................12 Glen Alvie ................................12 Inverloch ....................................0 Under 16 Won Workmens ......................42 Poowong-Loch ........................42 Won Miners ............................42 OMK........................................42 Nerrena .....................................36 Phillip Island ............................26 Imperials ..................................24 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................24 Korumburra ..............................18 MDU ..........................................6 Koonwarra-L/RSL .....................6

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MDU makes mincemeat of the Stingrays UNDEFEATED going into round eight of 14 rounds, OMK took on Nerrena which has four wins and four losses.

Nerrena batted first and after a short period, any confidence back in the pavilion was rapidly evaporating as the innings slumped to 4/26. Michael Croatto batting at number seven was the only Nerrena batsman to settle at the crease and he went on to make 41 before he was run out. The next best with the bat was Brendan Hayes with 13; no other batsman made it double figures. Nerrena was all out after 32 overs for 99. Peter Dell with 3/7 (8) and Dylan McMeekin with 2/13 (8) took care of the top order. OMK easily accounted for itself and with 39 overs bowled had 161 runs on the board for the loss of only two wickets. Daniel Lloyd was not out 67 and Paul Dyer not out 59. Charlie Dougherty bowled eight overs 1/18 and Charl Viljoen bowled seven 1/35. Second top took on second bottom when Wonthaggi Workmens took on the Imperials at McMahons Reserve. Workmens had a superlative innings with a number of strong batting performances the chief amongst which was Liam Sawyers. He struck 11 fours and three sixes on his way to making 84 and helped the home team to finish with 306 runs. The Imperial’s bowlers had worked hard but failed to make a dent in the home team’s batting confidence. Mark Lafferty 3/47 (8), Ricky O’Loughlin 2/51 (8) and Geoffrey Forrester 2/67 (8) took wickets but were

belted. At the crease the Imperials Brad Wright hit 42 runs for the Imperials and Mark Lafferty, effective earlier with the ball, top scored with 57. Damon Ginnane contributed 30. Overall the Imperials mustered up 193 runs. On most other days it might have been a winning score; today though, Workmens was in scintillating form. Like their Imperials counterparts, Workmen’s bowlers Zane Macdermid and Mark Mccall took two wickets each but at a fraction of the cost. MDU and Phillip Island started with three wins each and they had both lost their last games. MDU batted first and put together an innings of 146 runs with valuable contributions from Matthew Olden 32, Jake Burge 44 not out and Troy Sinclair 28 not out. For Phillip Island Blake Insall took two top order batsman’s wickets 2/11 (2). MDU might have wondered over lunch if 146 was going to be enough. The players might as well have enjoyed the sandwiches. Not long after taking up guard, Phillip Island was reeling at four wickets down for two runs. The Stingrays never recovered from the shock and in the 30th over they were back in the pavilion, dispatched for 71 runs. Paul Vine took 3/13 (5), Michael Patching 3/7 (6.2) and Jason Riley 2/4 (4). Town and Inverloch had two wins each going into their round eight one day match at Scorpion Park. The Sea Eagles put up an innings of 207 to defend. Scott Browne was the only multiple wicket taker for the Scorpions with 3/43 (8). It was hot out in the middle

under the sun but the Town batsman enjoyed the conditions and piled on the runs. Jordan Bolge and Lachie Hanks opened with 48 and 32 team confidence building runs apiece. Zack Trease top scored with 50 runs. It took Town 37 overs to reach the required runs with the loss of only five runs. Next week the competitions two leading teams front up at Outtrim for another one day match. WON WORKMENS d IMPERIALS 1st innings Won Workmens D. Dutchman c. D. Ginnane b. J. Ballagh..........................27 L. Sawyer c. A. Meyer b. G. Forrester ......................84 S. Huitema c&b. M. Lafferty ...49 C. Harvey c. J. Ballagh b. M. Lafferty .......................37 R. Geyer c. B. Wright b. G. Forrester ........................0 C. Harvey c. J. Bloom b. T. Sauvarin .......................26 L. McLean b. M. Lafferty ........14 M. McCall c. T. Cashin b. R. O’Loughlin ..................32 K. Brann b. R. O’Loughlin ........0 L. McGuirk n.o. .......................23 Z. Macdermid n.o.......................0 Extras ......................................14 Total .............................9/306 (cc) Bowling: M. Lafferty 3/47, H. McGannon 0/35, J. Ballagh 1/18, R. O’Loughlin 2/51, J. Bloom 0/33, G. Forrester 2/67, T. Sauvarin 1/48. 1st innings Imperials G. Forrester lbw. b. C. Harvey ...........................8 T. Cashin b. Z. Macdermid ........0 B. Wright c. D. Dutchman b. M. McCall ........................42 M. Lafferty b. C. Harvey..........57 A. Meyer c. K. Brann b. Z. Macdermid.....................0 T. Sauvarin b. M. McCall...........0 R. O’Loughlin c. R. Geyer b. C. Harvey .........................18 J. Bloom c. M. McCall b. C. Harvey ...........................4 D. Ginnane c. L. McLean b. K. Brann ...........................30 J. Ballagh b. R. Geyer ................9 H. McGannon n.o.......................8 Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................193

Bowling: Z. Macdermid 2/24, M. McCall 2/30, C. Harvey 4/29, L. Sawyer 0/5, L. McLean 0/46, C. Harvey 0/24, R. Geyer 1/5, S. Huitema 0/17, K. Brann 1/1. TOWN d INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch Extras ......................................15 Total .............................8/207 (cc) Bowling: Z. Trease 1/32, S. Browne 3/43, C. Bruce 0/15, W. Turner 1/29, J. Bolge 0/23, N. Lovie 0/16, J. Hume 1/20, M. Kreutzberger 0/11, D. Burge 0/13. 1st innings Town J. Bolge c..................................48 I. Hanks c. ................................32 D. Burge c. ...............................28 S. Browne c. ...............................5 W. Turner n.o. ..........................23 Z. Trease c. ...............................50 Extras ......................................26 Total ....................................5/212 NERRENA def by OMK 1st innings Nerrena T. Clark b. P. Dell .......................4 W. Telfer b. D. McMeekin .........8 C. Viljoen b. P. Dell....................2 C. Baudinette c. N. Cant b. P. Dell .................................0 B. Hayes c. R. Dixon b. D. McMeekin ...................13 A. Harrison c. P. Dell b. N. Cant ...............................6 M. Croatto r.o. ..........................41 T. Davison r.o. ............................3 J. Hoy c. N. Creed b. R. White .............................1 C. Dougherty n.o. .......................9 D. Campbell c. N. Cant b. N. Creed .............................1 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .........................................99 Bowling: P. Dell 3/7, N. Cant 1/23, D. McMeekin 2/13, T. Eustace 0/23, R. White 1/9, N. Creed 1/20. 1st innings OMK D. Lloyd n.o. ............................67 R. White c. M. Croatto b. C. Viljoen ...........................7 N. Creek lbw. b. C. Dougherty ....................17 P. Dyer n.o. ...............................59 Extras ...................................... 11 Total ....................................2/161 Bowling: T. Davison 0/33, C. Dougherty 1/18, C. Viljoen 1/35, W. Telfer 0/11, J. Hoy 0/13, T. Clark 0/14, D. Campbell 0/27, B. Hayes 0/9. MDU d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings MDU M. Olden c. M. Parsons b. B. Insall ............................32

T. Zukovskis c. T. McCoy b. B. Young...........................12 J. Burge n.o. .............................44 J. Sinclair c. M. Price b. B. Insall ..............................0 B. Spokes c&b. J. Keating .......10 T. Harris r.o. ...............................0 T. Sinclair n.o. ..........................28 Extras ......................................20 Total .............................5/146 (cc) Bowling: M. Young 0/14, D. Johnston 0/40, M. Price 0/20, B. Young 1/18, T. McCoy 0/32, B. Insall 2/11, J. Keating 1/7. 1st innings Phillip Island M. Parsons r.o. ...........................2 L. Keating c. T. Harris b. J. Riley ...............................0 J. Keating c. J. Sinclair b. M. Patching ........................0 A. Finlayson b. J. Riley..............0 B. Insall b. P. Vine ......................4 M. Young c. T. Zukovskis b. P. Vine ..............................27 M. Price c. J. Burge b. P. Vine ..............................18 M. Cleary stp. J. Sinclair b. S. Riley...............................1 T. McCoy c. T. Harris b. M. Patching ........................8 D. Johnston b. M. Patching ........4 B. Young n.o...............................0 Extras ........................................7 Total .........................................71 Bowling: J. Riley 2/4, M. Patching 3/7, J. Burge 0/7, S. Riley 1/40, P. Vine 3/13.

• B Grade, Division 2

Miners in awesome form and remain undefeated DIVISION leaders the Wonthaggi Miners has yet to lose a match this season.

Heading down to Wonthaggi the Poowong Loch players would have given themselves a good chance with four wins on the board. In reality they were staring defeat in the face. Miners batted first and confidently to reach 5/196 off its 40 overs. Scott Head bowled best for the visitors with 2/37 (5). Poowong Loch’s innings was decimated. It was sent packing after 32 overs with only 58 runs on the board. Its best position was 1/15. Koonwarra/LRSL met Korumburra at the Mary MacKillop College oval and was away to a cracking start. Brett Moore made a quick fire 47 innings top score which included eight fours for the opener. Shane Moore kicked in with 41 and Darcy O’Connor 35. For Korumburra Darren

Scott took 3/46 (8) and Justin Cook 2/27 (7). Koony was in a fairly commanding position at 2/91 when Moore was bowled by Dean Bailey and went on to make 7/187. In reply Korumburra never looked as good and was off to a shaky start although its position was improved mid innings off the bats of Darren Scott 34 and Jeremy Oxlee 37. In the end it fell way short at 9/158. Koony’s bowlers ended the day with boasting rights: Nick Arnup 2/21 (6), Shane Moore 2/10 (3) and Steven Anderson 2/19 (3). Kilcunda/Bass hosted Glen Alvie. Glen Alvie won the toss and decided to bat. It lost its first wicket for only three runs but improved to be 2/63. All of a sudden it was 3/63 and spirits fell again. It left the middle with 133 runs to defend. Dean Pipicelli, Daniel Bettles and Tony Whitman took two wickets each for the home side. Kilcunda/Bass took its

time but with plenty of wickets up its sleeve ended up cruising to victory and finished 147 for the loss of four wickets. Top scorers were Roy Gardiner 44 and Dean Pipicelli 39, both not out. Will Wonthaggi Miners continue its run of victories or will Glen Alvie pull off an upset in the next round? KILCUNDA-BASS d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie F. Gheller c. D. Bettles b. S. Tapscott ........................27 J. Wheeler c. J. Bastwrous b. D. Pipicelli .........................0 G. Chisholm b. T. Whitham .....25 I. Thorn c. P. Mohascy b. D. Pipicelli .......................35 D. Williams c. R. Gardiner b. T. Whitham.......................24 D. Tiziani b. D. Bettles...............0 B. McRae n.o. ............................3 D. Gilbert c. P. Mohascy b. D. Bettles............................0 B. Davidson n.o..........................1 Extras ......................................18 Total .............................7/133 (cc) Bowling: D. Pipicelli 2/13, D. Bettles 2/7, S. Tapscott 1/27, D. Ferguson 0/27, T. Whitham 2/33, R. Gardiner 0/18. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass P. Mohascy c. B. Davidson b. D. Gilbert ...........................5 B. Joseph c. P. Palmer

b. D. Williams ......................12 J. Bastwrous c. B. Davidson b. D. Williams ......................12 R. Gardiner n.o.........................44 S. Tapscott r.o. ............................0 D. Pipicelli n.o. ........................39 Extras ......................................34 Total ....................................4/147 Bowling: D. Gilbert 1/21, D. Williams 2/32, P. Palmer 0/13, J. Wheeler 0/31, B. McRae 0/20, B. Davidson 0/10. WON MINERS d POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Won Miners Extras ......................................10 Total .............................5/196 (cc) Bowling: R. Knox 0/21, J. Patullo 0/32, M. Allen 1/26, S. McKinnon 0/12, G. Birnie 1/46, S. Head 2/37, B. Knight 1/15. 1st innings Poowong-Loch S. Magnusson b. D. Lambert .....4 B. Knight b. A. Hall .................14 T. Allen c&b. A. Hall .................4 G. Curry c. R. Jones b. P. Owen ............................13 G. Birnie c. B. Andrighetto b. D. Lambert .........................1 R. Knox b. D. Lambert...............4 L. Miller c. B. Andrighetto b. D. Lambert .........................1 M. Allen n.o. ..............................2 S. Head b. C. Honeysett .............3 J. Patullo b. C. Honeysett ...........0 S. McKinnon b. C. Honeysett ....0 Extras ......................................12 Total .........................................58 KOONWARRA-LRSL d KORUMBURRA 1st innings Koonwarra-LRSL

B. Moore b. D. Bailey ..............47 D. Pearce c. N. Leppin b. J. Cook .............................14 D. O’Connor b. D. Scott ..........35 S. Moore c. I. Riddell b. D. Scott ............................41 N. Grimes b. J. Oxlee ...............15 B. Anderson c. N. Leppin b. J. Cook .............................10 N. Moore c. A. Brinksma b. D. Scott ..............................9 N. Arnup n.o...............................3 A. Rockall n.o. ...........................0 Extras ......................................13 Total .............................7/187 (cc) Bowling: J. Richards 0/25, J. Cook 2/27, D. Bailey 1/27, J. Oxlee 1/31, T. Gray 0/14, D. Scott 3/46, T. Jenkin 0/10. 1st innings Korumburra J. Cook lbw. b. D. Pearce .........14 C. Smith c. S. Paterson b. N. Arnup...........................12 J. Richards c&b. N. Arnup .........9 D. Scott c. D. Pearce b. S. Moore...........................34 J. Oxlee r.o. ..............................37 T. Jenkin b. S. Moore .................4 T. Gray c. D. O’Connor b. S. Anderson ........................1 I. Riddell b. D. O’Connor ..........0 N. Leppin n.o. ..........................18 A. Brinksma c. D. O’Connor b. S. Anderson ........................1 D. Bailey n.o. .............................9 Extras ......................................19 Total ....................................9/158 Bowling: S. Paterson 0/37, N. Arnup 2/21, A. Rockall 0/17, D. Pearce 1/17, D. O’Connor 1/29, S. Moore 2/10, S. Anderson 2/19.

Getting one away: Sam Huitema of Wonthaggi Workmen’s batting against Imperials at McMahon Reserve, Wonthaggi.

McMahon Reserve: Geof Forrester of Imperials bowling against Wonthaggi Workmen’s in Wonthaggi on Saturday.

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 9 - December 20 Home team Grade A1 Won Workmens Won Miners Nerrena Town Grade A2 Kilcunda-Bass Foster Fish Crk-Tarwin MDU Grade B1 Imperials Inverloch Phillip Island OMK Grade B2 Korumburra Glen Alvie Koon-LRSL Grade C1 Won Workmens Town Nerrena MDU Grade C2 OMK Glen Alvie Won Workmens Poowong-Loch

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

v v v v

OMK Imperials Inverloch Phillip Island

Butch W Won L Turf Scorp 1

G. Laird T. Grace T. Rogers C. Salmon

v v v v

Koon-LRSL Poowong-Loch Glen Alvie Korumburra

Bass 1 FGC FC Turf Meen

V. Baskerville A. Jordan J. Curry A. Stride

v v v v

MDU Nerrena Town Won Workmens

EC I Turf Cowes Outt

N. Barnes B. Bek A. Roberts G. Stabb

v Poowong-Loch Kor v Won Miners GA v Kilcunda-Bass Koon

I. Thomas M. Heenan N. Grabham

v v v v

OMK Phillip Island Inverloch Bye

McMhn Scorp 2 Nerr

TBA TBA N. Graydon

v v v v

Won Miners Korumburra Koon-LRSL Kilcunda-Bass

KSC Dalys WSC Loch

TBA TBA TBA TBA

Any person interested in umpiring contact Graham Laird 0408 454 741. Please note all games start at 1pm.

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• A Grade, Division 1

Silkstone smashes the Imperials to victory IN the lead up to Christmas, this round and the next are one day matches.

Mighty Inverloch hosted Wonthaggi Workmens on a perfect summer’s day for cricket, won the toss and went in to bat. Walter Taberner and Brett Debono had the Sea Eagles off to a firm start but Will Rankin batting at number three proved to be the cornerstone of its 6/151 run innings with 54 not out. Bryan Sword took 2/43 (8). It was a gettable total and get it Workmens almost did but it would require the tail to wag and unfortunately for Workmens it could not quite bring off the upset. It was all out for 145 with four balls left. The innings began with Tim Hooper falling for a duck to a ball from Darien Mathews who was very nearly the match winner with 3/15 off eight overs. Gavin Britt took the helm batting at number three and posted 51 runs. He was well supported by Ryan Thomas who made 34. Ben Thomas took 2/33 (7) and Will Rankin 2/13 (4).

Nerrena is breathing down Inverloch’s neck and took fifth placed Phillip Island to task at Cowes. The Stingrays sent the visitors in to bat and Nerrena was on song with David Trotman 40 and Tim Wightman 39 raising the bar. David Baldi’s 30 helped the visitors to make 9/181. Jack Cox 2/25 (8) and Charith Keerthisinghe 2/22 (4) were the multiple wicket takers for the island. Phillip Island’s top order sent a tremor through the Red Cap’s camp with plenty of fire power on show. It drew away from its opponents in the first half of the innings with Alexander Manteit 48 and Eli Richards 57 getting on top but when Ryan Clark 3/34 and Damien Symmons 2/22 combined to dismiss them, the Stingrays remaining eight batsman were found to be lacking. It was hot in the middle by late afternoon and the decision to send Nerrena into bat first might have been injudicious; after 40 overs Phillip Island had fallen well short at 9/163. Derby day in Leongatha with Town placed fourth and Imperials sixth going in to battle. Town at home, won the toss

and chose to bat. Matt Borschman fell in the second minute of the match with the score on four in a horror opening but Ratnaike was ever reliable and with 59 in almost two hours at the crease, formed the foundation of what turned out to be a solid innings of 186 for the loss of nine. Borschman’s was the only duck of the innings. Alister Fixter made 20. Rowen McLennan, Lachlan Wright and Christian Silkstone each took two wickets. The Imps proved too strong with Christian Silkstone in form to hit a match winning 103 which included eight fours and seven sixes. While Ratnaike’s 59 took 116 minutes, Silkstone’s 103 were smashed in a blistering 60 minutes at the crease. Ashley Hickey and Madura Weerasinghe Silva took two wickets each but Town’s bowlers were unable to arrest its opponent reaching 5/219. The two teams at the bottom of the table Wonthaggi Miners and OMK met at Outtrim. The Miners chose to bat and would have been happy with an innings of 207 runs for the loss of nine. Jason Wilson and Sam Jenkins took two wickets each. On an ordinary day it would

have proved enough. This was no ordinary day, however, which became clear as the match unfolded with the Miner’s opening batsman, Adam Miller posting a career high 200 runs not out. The innings has boosted Miller’s average from 27.31 to 57.00. Jesse Van Rooye and Andy Gorrod supported Miller with 33 and 36 respectively. With 27 extras included Miners had a resounding win with 2/315. The highlight of round nine will be Inverloch and Nerrena going head to head on turf at Inverloch.

PHILLIP ISLAND def by NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark lbw. b. A. Thomas ........................... 11 D. Trotman b. J. Cox................... 40 T. Wightman c. E. Richards b. C. Keerthisinghe ................. 39 D. Symmons c. C. Keerthisinghe b. J. Cox ................................... 10 P. Matheson c. T. Officer b. Z. Brown................................ 3 D. Baldi r.o. ................................. 29 R. Clark c. A. Manteit b. T. Officer................................ 7 C. Salmon b. C. Keerthisinghe ..... 0 R. Joy r.o........................................ 8 J. Trease n.o. .................................. 4 J. Hoy n.o....................................... 0 Extras.......................................... 30 Total ................................9/181 (cc) Bowling: T. Officer 1/45, S. Boyack 0/31, A. Thomas 1/24,

J. Cox 2/25, Z. Brown 1/21, C. Keerthisinghe 2/22. 1st innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland c. J. Hoy b. J. Trease ............................... 12 A. Manteit lbw. b. D. Symmons........................ 48 E. Richards b. R. Clark ............... 57 B. Johnston lbw. b. R. Joy ..................................... 6 J. Black c. J. Hoy b. R. Clark ................................. 8 S. Boyack b. T. Wightman ............ 7 C. Keerthisinghe c. D. Baldi b. R. Clark ................................. 0 J. Cox c. M. Clark b. D. Symmons.......................... 0 Z. Brown r.o. ................................. 5 T. Officer n.o. ................................ 3 A. Thomas n.o. .............................. 1 Extras.......................................... 16 Total ................................9/163 (cc) Bowling: R. Joy 1/26, J. Trease 1/22, T. Wightman 1/24, R. Clark 3/34, P. Matheson 0/19, J. Hoy 0/6, D. Symmons 2/22. OMK d WON MINERS 1st innings Won Miners Extras.......................................... 17 Total ................................9/207 (cc) Bowling: A. Jenkins 1/53, R. Greaves 1/39, J. Wilson 2/33, K. Kerr 0/10, S. Jenkins 2/37, B. Wyatt 1/31. 1st innings OMK A. Miller n.o. ............................. 200 J. Van Rooye c. R. Birkett b. P. Nelson .............................. 33 A. Gorrod c. b. P. Nelson ............ 36 J. Wilson n.o. ............................... 19 Extras.......................................... 27 Total .......................................2/315 IMPERIALS d TOWN 1st innings Town

M. Borschman b. Z. Price............. 0 A. Ratnaike c. J. Ginnane b. C. Silkstone ......................... 59 J. Hume c. J. Ginnane b. L. Wright ............................... 5 M. Weerasinghe-Silva c. J. Ginnane b. R. McLennan....................... 18 M. Smith c. Z. Price b. L. Wright ............................. 14 A. Fixter lbw. b. C. Silkstone ......................... 20 N. Johnston c. J. O’Loughlin b. R. McLennan......................... 4 S. Fixter c. R. McLennan b. K. Gray .................................. 5 A. Hickey b. L. Rogers ............... 18 L. Smith n.o. ................................ 11 S. Clark n.o. ................................... 1 Extras.......................................... 31 Total ................................9/186 (cc) Bowling: R. McLennan 2/35, Z. Price 1/21, L. Wright 2/28, L. Rogers 1/40, K. Gray 1/33, C. Silkstone 2/21. 1st innings Imperials J. O’Loughlin c. A. Ratnaike b. A. Hickey............................. 22 R. McLennan c. L. Smith b. A. Hickey............................... 6 T. Williams b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva......... 14 R. Higgins c. A. Hickey b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva........... 8 C. Silkstone n.o. ........................ 103 L. Rogers c. N. Johnston b. M. Borschman..................... 27 G. Sauvarin n.o............................ 17 Extras.......................................... 22 Total .......................................5/129 Bowling: A. Ratnaike 0/25, M. Borschman 1/33, A. Hickey 2/55, S. Clark 0/25, M. Weerasinghe-Silva 2/51, S. Fixter 0/22. INVERLOCH d

WON WORKMENS 1st innings Inverloch W. Taberner c. J. Liddle b. B. Sword.............................. 20 B. Debono c. T. Hooper b. M. Thomas .......................... 12 W. Rankin n.o.............................. 54 K. Rotthier c. B. Osborne b. J. Sheerin ............................. 19 C. Tait c. B. Osborne b. J. Thomas .............................. 2 D. Clark c. J. Sheerin b. B. Sword.............................. 17 D. Mathews c. J. Liddle b. T. Hooper ............................... 4 J. Smith n.o. ................................... 8 Extras.......................................... 15 Total ................................6/151 (cc) Bowling: R. Thomas 0/29, J. Thomas 1/23, B. Sword 2/43, M. Thomas 0/14, J. Sheerin 1/22, T. Hooper 1/17. 1st innings Won Workmens T. Hooper c. D. Clark b. D. Mathews ........................... 0 D. Britt c. b. K. Rotthier ............... 6 G. Britt c. J. Smith b. W. Rankin ............................ 51 R. Thomas c. W. Taberner b. D. Mathews ......................... 34 M. Thomas stp. W. Taberner b. D. Clark ................................. 4 B. Osborne c. W. Rankin b. B. Thomas ........................... 22 D. Turton c. b. D. Matthews ....... 11 J. Sheerin c. b. B. Thomas ............ 1 B. Sword b. W. Rankin ................. 2 J. Thomas r.o. ................................ 2 J. Liddle n.o. .................................. 2 Extras.......................................... 10 Total .......................................... 145 Bowling: K. Rotthier 1/18, D. Mathews 3/15, D. Clark 1/28, B. Thomas 2/33, C. Tait 0/19, E. Cousins 0/16, W. Rankin 2/13.

• A Grade, Division 2

MDU closes in on Korumburra TOP team Korumburra suffered only its second defeat of the season at the hands of inconsistant Fish Creek Tarwin.

Second placed MDU’s win brings it to within four points of top position and 350th gamer and club president Craig Hoober’s dream of playing in his first premiership one step closer to reality. Shane Dole 3/25 and Kyle Dorman 2/34 were key pins in the Korumburra attack which saw Fish Creek Tarwin limited to 152 runs. Opener John Dankert top scored with 42 Jason Law made 23 and Jordan Shaw 22. It was close match. Korumburra’s opening batsman Peter Edwards made 35 and coming in at number 10 Scott Hayes was the next best with 32 not out and brought Burra home with a wet sail to almost steal a win. Fishy ended up taking the match by three runs. John Dankert and Jordan Shaw each bowled eight overs and took 2/16 and 2/18 respectively although all Fish Creek Tarwin bowlers were disciplined and ended the day with good figures. MDU’s first innings of 6/187 was enough to ward off any challenge from Poowong Loch which could only muster 88 runs, all out after 29 overs. Wayne Prosser top scored for the MDU with 42 while 350 gamer, Craig Hoober managed only five. Koonwarra/LRSL easily accounted for Foster. Sam Hughes put the result beyond doubt, opening with a magnificent 107. Brett Pedlow backed up well with 57 and 40 overs yielded the home team 228 runs for the loss of four wickets. It was Frazer Griggs who brought Hughes innings to an end.

Griggs took 2/31. Between them Poowong Loch’s bowlers added 35 extras to Koonies’ innings tally. Foster posted a reasonably staunch innings total of 100 for the cautious loss of four wickets. After last week’s debacle at the crease one can understand its resolve to prove itself resolute in at least one regard and that small victory is a step in the right direction for it. Glen Alvie and Kilcunda/ Bass played at the Butch West Oval in Wonthaggi where Killy/Bass opted to bat first. Trevor Aplin and Andrew Donohue opened with 76 and 43 respectively to set up an impressive innings score of 220 for the loss of four wickets. Ashley Oats also contributed 50. Alister McBride with 1/34 and not far behind him Jamie Glen with 1/36. Glen Alvie was all out for 112 in the 35th over with Donohue taking 4/10 (4) and Todd Smith 3/30 (8). Two Glen Alvie batsmen made it into the 20s (Jamie Glen 25 and Alister McBride 26) with the only other support coming from Steven Smith with 18. Next weekend the top two teams, Korumburra and MDU, play at Meeniyan. It is a match that will attract great interest. GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass T. Aplin b. J. Glen ....................76 A. Donohue c. J. Tiziani b. A. McBride.......................43 P. Palmer r.o. ..............................7 J. Dakin lbw. ............................25 A. Oats n.o. ..............................50 A. Larcombe n.o. .......................1 Extras ......................................18 Total .............................4/220 (cc) Bowling: B. Glen 0/37, L. McRae 0/35, D. Hales 1/69, J. Glen 1/36, A. McBride 1/34. 1st innings Glen Alvie A. Hamilton lbw. b. J. Mahood...........................4

R. Slade c. A. Larcombe b. T. Smith ..............................0 J. Tiziani b. T. Smith ..................0 J. Glen stp. A. Larcombe b. A. Donohue ......................25 D. Hales c. P. Palmer b. T. Smith ..............................2 S. Smith c. b. J. Tregear ...........18 J. Burke c. b. A. Donohue ..........4 B. Glen c. b. A. Donohue ...........3 D. Hateley lbw. b. A. Donohue ........................0 A. McBride c. b. J. Tregear ......26 L. McRae n.o..............................5 Extras ......................................25 Total ....................................... 112 Bowling: T. Smith 3/30, J. Mahood 1/25, R. Duff 0/14, A. Donohue 4/10, P. Palmer 0/17, J. Tregear 2/2, D. McMahon 0/10. POOWONG-LOCH def by MDU 1st innings MDU W. Prosser b. C. Cutler .............42 C. Harris c. A. Sheedy b. M. Loader.........................17 C. Hoober c. K. Miller b. J. Foster ..............................5 N. Eddy b. C. Cutler.................31 S. McRae c. W. Pollock b. N. Allen ............................34 M. Le Page c. C. Knox b. M. Loader......................... 11 S. Arnup n.o. ............................20 M. Kewming n.o. .......................9 Extras ........................................0 Total .............................6/187 (cc) Bowling: C. Cutler 2/22, N. Findlay 0/47, J. Foster 1/34, M. Loader 2/16, N. Allen 1/45, C. Knox 0/20. 1st innings Poowong-Loch C. Knox c. M. Martin b. A. Eddy ..............................0 B. Hall c&b. S. Arnup ................3 W. Pollock lbw. b. M. Olden ............................3 N. Findlay c. M. Martin b. M. Olden ............................2 N. Allen c. N. Eddy b. M. Kewming ....................26 C. Cutler c. N. Eddy b. S. Arnup .............................4 K. Miller n.o.............................22 T. Hancock c. M. Martin b. M. Kewming ......................2 A. Sheedy c. C. Hoober b. M. Kewming ......................8 M. Loader b. N. Eddy ................5 J. Foster c&b. A. Eddy ...............1 Extras ........................................0 Total .........................................88 Bowling: A. Eddy 2/7, M. Olden 2/14, S. McRae 0/11, S. Arnup 2/16, M. Kewming 3/31, N. Eddy 1/8. KORUMBURRA def by FISH CREEK-TARWIN 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin

J. Danckert b. T. Lucas .............42 J. Shaw c. A. Tagliaferro b. S. Dole..............................22 O. Brennan r.o. .........................13 J. Law b. S. Dole ......................23 G. Watkins r.o.............................8 O. Straw b. K. Dorman ............12 N. Wilkins b. S. Dole ...............10 M. Watkins c. K. Dorman b. S. Dole................................8 J. Pouw n.o. ................................0 W. Cocksedge n.o.......................3 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .............................8/152 (cc) Bowling: K. Dorman 2/34, K. Rigby 0/4, I. Osman 0/26, S. Hayes 0/24, S. Dole 3/25, A. Tagliaferro 0/22, T. Lucas 1/9. 1st innings Korumburra P. Edwards r.o...........................35 K. Rigby c. J. Pouw b. A. Straw..............................4 S. Dole c. J. Shaw b. O. Brennan .......................15 D. Salmon c. O. Straw b. J. Shaw .............................12 I. Osman c. J. Danckert b. M. Watkins .......................30 K. Dorman c. N. Wilkins b. J. Pouw ...............................5 T. Lucas lbw. b. J. Danckert .........................3 A. Tagliaferro lbw. b. J. Danckert .........................0 P. Dunlevie c. W. Cocksedge b. J. Shaw ...............................0 S. Hayes n.o. ............................32 J. Celebrine n.o. .........................2 Extras ......................................10 Total ....................................9/149 Bowling: A. Straw 1/40, J. Danckert 2/16, J. Pouw 1/16, O. Brennan 1/16, J. Shaw 2/18, O. Straw 0/21, M. Watkins 1/14. KOONWARRA-LRSL d FOSTER 1st innings Koonwarra-LRSL S. Hughes c. M. Lynch b. F. Griggs .........................107 B. Perry c. T. Smith b. J. Prain................................4 J. Moore c. M. Lynch b. J. Chaseling ......................14 B. Pedlow c. M. Lynch b. F. Griggs ...........................57 D. Baker n.o. ..............................1 L. Enter n.o. .............................10 Extras ......................................35 Total .............................4/228 (cc) Bowling: F. Griggs 2/31, J. Prain 1/39, H. Griggs 0/36, T. Smith 0/45, J. Chaseling 1/40, D. Lacasa 0/32. 1st innings Foster M. Lynch n.o. ...........................25 J. Chaseling c. B. Pedlow b. C. Sherriff......................... 11 G. Collis c&b. P. Stow .............12 J. Prain c. P. Stow

Run: Brett Pedlow nudges to the off side and calls for a quick single. Photo by www.mdphotos.net

Come in spinner: Foster’s Harvey Griggs bowls to Koonwarra/LRSL’s Brett Pedlow, who backed up Sam Hughes’ century with 57 runs of his own. Photo by www.mdphotos.net b. N. Toms ..............................9 D. Lacasa b. P. Stow...................3 H. Griggs n.o. ...........................26

Extras ......................................24 Total .............................4/110 (cc) Bowling: J. Kennedy 0/16,

C. Sherriff 1/15, J. Moore 0/8, P Stow 2/20, N. Toms 1/8, D. Bake 0/24, B. Perry 0/16.

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Milestones to celebrate MDU Cricket Club By Stuart Biggins CRAIG Hoober is the exemplary club man.

Coming through: from left, MDUCC vice president Mark Cantwell with 280 A Grade Division One games to his name, Ben Cantwell Under 14, Mitchell Hoober Under 14 and MDUCC president Craig Hoober.

LDCA Under 18 cricket THE LDCA Under 18 team travelled to Churchill to play Traralgon with an outside chance of making the finals but the resulting loss ended those hopes.

Traralgon won the toss and batted. Jakeb Thomas and Lachie Wright opened the attack but unfortunately Jakeb damaged a quad muscle and was limited to four overs for the day. Traralgon’s Mason and McMahon added 59 for the first wicket before Todd Smith bowled Mason for 34. McMahon and Little added a further

42 before Liam Miller picked up two wickets and Zane McDermid picked up 3/31 off 10 overs. Lachie Wright had McMahon caught behind for 72 and the score was 6/155. With further wickets to Liam, Todd and Zane and a run out to Pierre Dunlevie, Traralgon was all out for 198 off 48.1 overs. The bowling was solid with most of our bowlers being up among the top wicket takers in the GCL. The fielding has been excellent in all games with some very good catches and run outs taken. After lunch LDCA batted against a solid bowling attack which it never

got on top of and finished with 61 off 28.5 overs. Traralgon’s bowlers: J. Westland 4/8, A. Lawson 2/9 and L. Spiteri 2/8 did the wrecking. Batting has been our downfall with players struggling to get on top of attacks. All the players worked hard and will become better cricketers from the experience and with a bit more confidence in their batting abilities they will have an impact on the association in the future. Lachie Wright captained the side well and thanks to Phil Miller, Tom Lucas and Brad Wright for their efforts over the GCL Season.

Storm Spring Presentation GIPPSLAND Storm Elite Development Netball Club has celebrated another successful spring season, with its season ending presentation at Cardinia Life YMCA Pakenham.

The afternoon not only recognized the outstanding performances from each team but also recognized those who were successful in gaining a position in VNL squads for 2015. Shannon Danckert from Fish Creek received an

With three centuries, a hat trick and numerous batting trophies to his name he would trade them all for a premiership, the ultimate and so far elusive first prize. With MDU sitting second on the A Grade Division Two ladder behind Korumburra, 2014/15 might be the year and what a year that would make it for Hoober. The weekend’s game against Poowong Loch in the grade in which he has played the lion’s share of his cricket, marked the MDU president’s 350th game. Hoober said it is the best start to a season since he has been at the club. And that is a long time given he is now 47 years old and began playing cricket as a 10 year old junior with Dumbalk where his parents were proprietors of the general store. “It’s gone pretty quickly,” he said. Apart from five or six years away with work when he played for Traralgon and Sale all his cricket has been played with Dumbalk and then Meeniyan Dumbalk United. With a son playing for the club’s Under 14s Hoober has a keen interest in the development of junior cricket. He recognises the importance of moving with the times in an age when there are so many other sports competing for the attention of children. The 350 gamer sees faster forms of the game as one way of attracting kid’s to cricket but

maintains a deep love and appreciation of the traditional form of the game which is almost become an anachronism in our fast paced world. “People are much busier too these days than they were in the past.” The slower paced form of the game is more social, you can have a chat on the field. MDU offers first rate facilities and has renovated its club rooms which offer a modern and comfortable family environment and the club makes a special effort to cater to the interests of its younger players both on and off the field. “We are in good shape but we have to stay ahead of the rest. “We can’t afford to rest on our laurels.” Hoober clearly loves the game and the club and co coaches the Under 14s with club vice president, Mark Cantwell. After seven rounds this season he has 255 runs, a top score of 64 and a batting average of 36.43. Given his age Hoober says he is facing relegation in the not too distant future and is excited at the prospect one day of taking to the field with son Mitchell as the younger Hoober progresses up the ranks. For the record, on Saturday, Hoober made just 5 but MDU won the game. As a post script, Steven “Skinny’ Riley also celebrated 350 games for MDU in its round seven B Grade, Division One game against Glen Alvie. Riley cites the two premierships he has been involved in as highlights of his career and playing in the same division as his son Jason, a fast bowler, who has already played some A Grade cricket for MDU.

award for playing 200 games. Head coach Simon O’Shanassy was thrilled to announce the award outlining Shannon’s outstanding achievements during her junior years with the club, her total dedication to a given task, truly a team player in every sense of the word. Gippsland Storm now looks forward to the final series over the next few weeks for some more positive results at the Waverley Netball Centre.

Two hundred games: Shannon Danckert is presented with her special award by head coach Simon O’Shanassy.

First class: young cricketers watch the Adelaide Test on the big screen from the comfort of the couches in the club rooms at Meeniyan.

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Turf dream achieved By Laura Gibb

KORUMBURRA Cricket Club has achieved a long held dream, installing a turf wicket.

New turf: Korumburra Cricket Club’s turf wicket is officially opened, from left, by Cr Bob Newton, Alan Summerfield and club president Darren Scott.

Korumburra players: from left, Kyle Dorman, Travis Gray, Justin Cook and Scott Hayes will benefit from the new turf wicket.

On Saturday, the club celebrated the official opening of the turf, which replaces the synthetic pitch. “We are here to celebrate the long held dream of having a turf wicket here at the Korumburra Cricket Club,” club president Darren Scott said. The State Government, South Gippsland Shire Council, Cricket Victoria and club function volunteers and attendees raised the money to install a turf playing surface and to purchase new equipment, including a 1.2 ton roller and a shed. Long time club supporter Wes Olden arranged over many years for local farmers to raise cattle, with the proceeds from the sale going towards the turf project. Mr Scott thanked Mr Olden and the farmers, as well as the greenkeepers, for their work. Mr Scott said playing regularly on turf will be a great advantage for Korumburra players, who will become familiar with playing on the surface from a junior level. He said it will especially benefit the A Grade players, since A Grade finals are always played on grass. Cr Bob Newton of South Gippsland Shire Council congratulated the club on the project’s completion. He also acknowledged Alan Summerfield as one of the drivers of the project. “Alan Summerfield is a driving force behind a lot of things,” Cr Newton said. Mr Summerfield has been affiliated with the club for many years. Currently he coaches U12s and he was a talented bowler and wicketkeeper at the club and attended Country Week in the 1980s. Mr Summerfield told the players they could take a lesson from the club finally achieving its dream after many years of effort. “If you have a goal and put the hard work in, you can get there,” Mr Summerfield said.

Driving force: Wes Olden of Korumburra, who did a lot of the original fundraising, driving Korumburra Cricket Club’s new 1.2 ton roller.

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