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Teens toast of towns MARY MacKillop Catholic Regional College students Adam Smith, Rhys Hanks and Daniel Drowley were excited to find out their Year 12 results via text message and online yesterday (Monday). Leongatha Secondary College’s Amy Egan was thrilled to receive an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank of 92.65. Full story on page 6.

KIDS MISS OUT Government revokes Korumburra centre pledge week announced it would not fulfil funding promises for projects under stage five of Labor’s Regional Development Fund. South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of community services Jan Martin confirmed the project would remain unfunded for now. “We had an application in for a grant of about $477,000 and my un-

By Jacob de Kunder THE Korumburra Integrated Children Centre project has missed out on $477,000 worth of funding promised by the former federal government. The Coalition Government last

derstanding is the federal government of the day is not going to honour the commitment made by the previous government,” she said. “It does have an impact on timing but it was one of a number of forces, because we are seeking $1.6m from the state government that is yet to be announced and we are also looking for other sources of federal funding.”

The $5.2m project will service Korumburra and surrounds, providing child care services, kindergarten classes and maternal health sessions. “The $477,000 was one source of funding we were looking at, so it’s disappointing we aren’t getting it,” Ms Martin said. “We will just find other avenues for both federal and state funding to move

the project forward.” Council has already committed $2.3million plus land for the project. “It’s time for the State and Federal governments to show a commitment to our shire,” Ms Martin said. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent explained the funding was not signed off by the former government. Continued on page 8.

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Carols herald Christmas time FAMILIES and friends gathered to share the Christmas spirit at the much loved Carols at the Drome extravaganza in Leongatha on Saturday night.

The concert at the Leongatha Velodrome showcased a breadth of local talent of all ages, combining music and singing with performances by the children of Leongatha’s churches.

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The volunteer musicians of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band played a variety of old favourites and contemporary tunes, from The First Noel through to Christmas Swing. The children of Allora and Hassett Street kindergartens were adorable as they sang Aussie 12 Days of Christmas and Twinkle,

Twinkle Christmas Star. Leongatha singer Russell Hemming returned to the stage after a break of several years to sing Jingle Bell Rock, Mary’s Boy Child and The First Noel. Leongatha Primary School music teacher Jen Holm gave a moving rendition of O Holy Night, as well as Angels we have Heard on High and The First Noel.

Rising star Aaron Gale performed Til I Hear You Sing and Silent Night, and captivated the crowd. The South Gippsland Singers sang beautifully together, as did the Leongatha Primary School choir. Meagan Harris compered the night, which was completed with a visit from Santa Claus on board a fire truck.

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All together: Jen Holm leads the Leongatha Primary School choir in song during Carols at the Drome.

Dance spectacular By Laura Gibb LISA Pellin Dancers put on their show A Decade of Dance at Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre over the weekend. It was the culmination of a year’s work for the students, teachers, costumemakers and helpers. The dancers performed their show twice, in a matinee and an evening performance. Dance teacher Lisa Pellin said it was the first themed concert for her dance school. The show recapped pieces from the last 10 years of concerts, giving it an amaz-

ing variety of costume and dance styles. Some 120 students performed, ranging in age from three to 18. All types of dance were represented, including classical ballet, tap, jazz, musical theatre, acrobatics and hip hop. Student prizes, including encouragement awards were also presented. One recipient was Lucy Hogan, whom Bass Coast Shire Council has awarded $4000. She has won a place at the Victorian College of the Arts, where she will continue her secondary education and dance training in 2014.

Attitude plus: Judah Burmham, Harrison Sheedy, Tarek Minchin and Raj Lamers ready to perform their hip hop routine.

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Dog of a decision By Jacob de Kunder DOGS will not be permitted on any Inverloch beaches between 9am and 6pm from December to April after a decision made by Bass Coast Shire Council on Wednesday night.

after it was a draw, with Cr Rankine, Cr Crugnale and Cr Phil Wright in favour of the motion and Cr Andrew Phillips, Cr Clare Le Serve and Cr Kimberly Brown against it. Cr Brad Drew was absent. “I am going to use my casting vote in favour of this amendment because like it was said before, this is a trial,” Cr Rankine said.

The move is part of a trial by council to study the effects of removing dogs from the beach at these times. An amended motion changing the times to 9am to 6pm from the original 8am to 8pm was put to council by Cr Jordan Crugnale. Mayor Cr Neil Rankine used his casting vote to make the ultimate decision

Unfair: a gallery full of disappointed Inverloch residents was present when the decision was made to have a trial dog ban for the town’s beaches between 9am and 6pm over popular tourist times. Cr Crugnale and Cr Wright both spoke in favour of the motion. “We must make people realise that using the beach is a privilege not a right,” Cr Wright. This comment upset a gallery of residents and many tried to interject. One gallery member was heard to say to another: “sit down you silly woman, you can’t comment during the debate!” Cr Phillips suggested a shorter trial period be issued and was supported in

Open for business: South Gippsland Shire deputy mayor Cr Jeanette Harding and Port Anthony owner/developer John Anthony welcomed the first cargo ship into the newly opened port on Saturday.

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The first cargo ship sailed in on Saturday, welcomed by owner John Anthony, his family and South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Jeanette Harding. Cr Harding said it was indeed an impressive sight when the 84 metre ship, with a seven metre draught, sailed into the newly opened port. She said there wasn’t a dry eye amongst the welcoming party gathered at the wharf. Deputy Premier Peter Ryan will officially open the port in late January, when a major funding announcement is expected.

knowledge and finance to build a port? “Well it has been done, so if any of our young students have a dream, keep working toward it and don’t be disillusioned, practically anything is possible if you strive hard enough.” Mr Ryan said: “We welcome the arrival of the first ship at Port Anthony, which I am sure will be the first of many to enter this new bulk goods port.” Cr Harding thanked Mr Anthony for his perseverance and wished him good luck for the future.

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STAGE one of the multi million dollar Port Anthony project at Barry Beach is open for business.

Mr Anthony’s dream has become a reality. After 17 years and 3 months of striving to see the new port established in South Gippsland, stage one of the multi million dollar port is complete. As Mr Anthony proudly commented on Saturday, “We are open for business.” The port is beneficial not just to the local region, but Victoria and New South Wales. Cr Harding said, “When the first vessel sailed in, it was a very exciting moment. “I was very proud to be invited to view the site and to celebrate the successful project. “John has had a struggle to achieve his dream and without entrepreneurs like him, we wouldn’t achieve our developments. “I personally have heard many locals say – how could a Korumburra kid have the expertise,

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Robbed at knifepoint A LEONGATHA shop attendant was robbed by a man wielding a knife last Thursday. The male offender entered a tobacconist/gift shop about 4.45pm and approached the female victim, who was seated at a table where the cash register was situated. The male produced a knife and de-

manded cash from the victim. The cash register drawer was open and the offender reached in and grabbed cash. The male then demanded the victim’s wallet, which she handed over. He then fled out the front door and ran south along Bair Street. A second male was observed standing outside the shop and he ran off with the main offender.

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Jumping castles, a market, face painting, vintage cars and music were just part of the entertainment. After a drizzly start to the night, things picked up quickly and were bolstered with the footballers and netballers after they finished training. The party was put on for the community by the MDU Football/Netball Club.

A MAN failed to return to the Korumburra Police Station to be breath tested, after his vehicle was intercepted in Nyora on Sunday. Police intercepted another car on the Bass Highway while conducting breath tests. At 7.43pm Sunday, a learner driver was stopped and the accompanying driver blew over the limit. The 49 year old male will be summonsed to court at a later date.

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Tarwin blown away Bald Hills neighbours face lone fight on noise By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council looks unlikely to commit to protecting the amenity of people living next to the Bald Hills Wind Farm if Planning Minister Matthew Guy fails to enforce noise restrictions. The 52 turbine project is yet to be constructed near Tarwin Lower but neighbours have submitted a petition with 109 signatures, calling on council to ensure the turbines do not produce excessive noise. Council is responsible for enforcing all permit restrictions except noise, which is under the ministerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jurisdiction. Councillors will consider the petition at tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) council meeting in Leongatha, but the recommendation of council officers is to refer any noise issues to the responsible authority: Victorian Planning Minister Matthew Guy. If he is not forthcoming, the recommendation calls for council to reconsider its position. Mr Guy was last week accused of hiding

documentation relating to noise levels that would ensure the wind farm complied with regulations. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said council should write to the minister to ask for the information. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett agreed. Council was last Wednesday addressed by wind farm neighbour Don Fairbrother and Cheryl Wragg, senior advisorenergy/industry to Victorian Senator John Madigan. They gave council a letter from the Victorian Department of Planning and Community Development stating the department believed 11 turbines would not comply with noise restrictions. Mr Fairbrother said while council could say it was not responsible for enforcing noise compliance, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do not believe council can walk away from the fact that you were elected to the position to represent ratepayersâ&#x20AC;?. He urged council to support the petition. Mr Fairbrother told The Star the company behind the project, Bald Hills Wind Farm, had admitted three turbines would not comply with noise regulations, because their noise consultant Marshall Day stated the â&#x20AC;&#x153;three turbines will be operated in noise

optimised mode to limit noise impactsâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And they still expect to get renewable energy certificates,â&#x20AC;? Mr Fairbrother said. Ms Wragg said authorities had failed to adequately regulate noise generated by wind farms in Victoria. She said 50 of the 128 turbines at the Waubra wind farm had to run in noise optimised mode to reduce noise levels. Ms Wragg queried the State Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to regulating the Bald Hills Wind Farm. She said she recently requested to inspect reports relating to noise at Bald Hills during a visit to the planning

permit registry, but said those reports had been removed from the file. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yesterday, Bald Hills residents went down to have look at it and the same thing happened,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The minister is hiding the information that is needed to bring the facility into compliance.â&#x20AC;? Mr Guy told The Star: â&#x20AC;&#x153;These claims are legally actionable and are indicative of the wild conspiracy theories that Senator Madiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is shamefully peddling to many people in country Victoria.â&#x20AC;? Ms Wragg called on council to ask Minister Guy why this information was being withheld.

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Students celebrate VCE success By Tayla Kershaw, Helen Bowering and Tony Giles YEAR 12 students across the state were full of anticipation yesterday (Monday)

morning as their final ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) scores were posted online and sent out by SMS. Leongatha Secondary College student Amy Egan held her head high after she

received a score of 92.65. Amy was very excited to receive the score she didn’t expect, having aimed for 84 that morning. With a bright future ahead, Amy wants to study physiotherapy next year. To the Year 12 students of 2014, Amy had this advice: “Try not to stress too

much. It’s something I found I did. Just try to be focused. It’s going to be hard but keep going.” Fifty-eight per cent of Leongatha students scored above 60 and 82 per cent scored above 50. Their teachers were pleased overall. Leongatha’s South Coast Christian College had seven

Found it!: Mirboo North Primary School Grade 2 students explored rocks around The Caves at Inverloch last Thursday, with dinosaur expert Mike Cleeland. He challenged students to find a dinosaur footprint and the first child to do so was Hayley, aka Little Miss Chatterbox.

VCE students this year. “We have a wonderful group of students this year who’ve shown amazing character, something we value highly,” interim principal Lisa Dumicich said. Dux for 2013 is Amelia Piening. “As a school we wish to congratulate our final VCE graduates and look forward to a bright future ahead as we become Chairo Christian School next year,” Mrs Dumicich said. A vast majority of students at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College will be looking back on their efforts in 2013 with no regrets, as 46 per cent scored 70 or better, 12 students scored within in the 80s and four students scored higher than 90. This year, the dux of the college is Madeline McGarvey with a score of 98.05. Bridget Argento, Rueben Firth and Kasey Cashin were the other three students with scores over 90. Students with scores over 40 in individual subjects were: • Madeline McGarvey – Psychology (42 – 2012), English (47), Health and Human Development (45), Further Maths (40), Religion and Society (47); • Bridget Argento – Further Mathematics (45 - 2012); • Reuben Frith – Chemistry (41), Further Maths (40); • Kasey Cashin – English (40); • Joshua Brown – Further Maths (42); • Brok Davidson – Further

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They’ve worked hard for the scores they need,” college principal Darren Parker said. Statistically, girls achieve higher scores across the state however the local boys have impressed the school this year and were well represented. The name of the Wonthaggi dux could not be released before going to print. Matteo Gatto also did very well with an ATAR score of 92.1. Emi McRae from Cowes was the dux of Newhaven College with an impressive score of 99.45. Having achieved a perfect 50 in Biology and a 41 in Japanese in year 11, Emi was well prepared for her final year. “I worked very hard in Year 11 and getting the results I did gave me a lot of confidence for my VCE,” Emi said. College principal Gea Lovell said, “We applaud her success, not only because of her impressive result but because of her commitment to the college overall.” Seventy-eight students received ATAR scores at Newhaven College. Lilly Lay, Cherry Skinner Tarlo, William Kemper, Zachary Anstey, Carly Heislers, Jacob O’Donohue, and Xavier Phyland were congratulated for also achieving scores over 90. “We had a diverse cohort of students this year, with many receiving special support, and we are extremely proud with the support of our dedicated staff, they all successfully completed their VCE,” Ms Lovell said. \South Gippsland Secondary College principal Cheryl Glowery said many of the school’s students were successful. “We had some exceptionally good results and we are very pleased for the individuals that achieved them,” she said. A spokesperson from Mirboo North Secondary College was unavailable before going to press.

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Flame tree to stay THE Illawarra Flame Tree on the current Leongatha Aldi site will be a feature in the new supermarket’s car park. Building and landscaping plans obtained by The Star indicate the tree will be moved about 30m. The news came just before demolition of houses on the site began yesterday. An Aldi Australia spokesperson confirmed the tree would stay. “The flame tree will be relocated onsite after summer next year to ensure it has the best opportunity to survive the move,” they said. “Although demolition has commenced on site, we have taken the necessary steps to ensure the tree remains protected.

“We are still waiting to receive the council’s final endorsement of our revised plans, which details the outcome of our ongoing consultation with the local council and wider experts to determine the new location, design and program for the tree.” Campaigners for the tree, Thelma Arnup and Richard Lester, were pleased. “This is just awesome,” Mrs Arnup said. “For all these professionals to come on board was fantastic. “I just can’t believe they have all responded to little old me and we have got this resolution. It is beyond my comprehension.” Mr Lester blamed the original issue of the significant tree not being recognised in the planning process on South Gippsland Shire Council. “It was a failure of the planning process. The

council wasn’t listening to us and there was no alternate advice other than Aldi’s arborist,” he said. “It was overwhelming the further we went down this track. We were flushing out people from the National Trust and all other experts.” In the demolishing and construction plans, contractors are instructed to preserve the tree and protect it from damage to give

MIRBOO North and Foster child care centres are likely to be run by a committee of management. This comes after Uniting Care Gippsland announced recently it

would not be providing child care in the towns after February 2014. South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of community services Jan Martin told The Star there was no interest from other providers. “We’ve had no takers through the expression of interest,” she said.

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“We had a community meeting recently and the community has made a decision they want to proceed with a community based committee of management. “There were about 60 people at the meeting which was quite remarkable because they all knew that we were going to ask them to

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Wonthaggi unveils library At its opening event on Saturday, hundreds came to see their new facility and to enjoy a performance by singer and Play School presenter Justine Clarke. “It’s a real community space, almost the lounge room of the community,” principal librarian Colin

Waring said. He said the role of a library is changing. “It’s still a place where you get stuff but it’s also a place where you do stuff,” Mr Waring said. Young visitors were thrilled to get a visit from Ms Clarke, whom they recognise from television and DVDs. She had a wonderful manner with the children and after she sang, youngsters queued up to have a

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photo with her. The new library was funded by the Bass Coast Shire Council and the State Government’s “living libraries” program. Mr Waring said the library has a teenagers’ space, Xboxes, a meeting space, a gallery space, a space for screening movies, quiet study places and “a ton” more books and DVDs. “The new Bass Coast Principal Library is five

times the size of the old Wonthaggi Library and has double the number of computers and a host of other technological resources,” Bass MLA Ken Smith said. “It will be a community hub offering three fully accessible multipurpose spaces able to service people of all ages and abilities with special programs and resources for youth, children and families. “For the first time

young people will have a dedicated space, and there’s a special Learning Stones area, where both indigenous and non-indigenous community members can engage with each other and develop a deeper

cultural awareness.” Mr Smith said Victorians are passionate about libraries, which are at the very heart of our communities. “In its new shop-front location right in the heart

of the town and its extended hours, the new Bass Coast Principal Library is also expected to attract scores of new clientele and will fully meet this community’s needs,” Mr Smith said.

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Noticeboard COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 - Wed, 18 December 10.00am ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 18 December - 2.00pm 1. Audit committee report 2. Financial performance report 3. Report on assembly of councillors 4. Councillor discretionary fund allocation report 5. Documents/contracts under CEO delegation 6. Petition – Bald Hills wind farm 7. Petition - childcare in Mirboo North 8. Council meeting timetable 2014 9. PSA C52 rezone farm zone Korumburra 10. PSA C96 – rezone/ overlay, Korumburra 11. Leongatha heavy vehicle alternate route 12. Proposal for S.W. Gippsland Transport Strategy 13. Draft Recreational Vehicle Strategy 14. Tarwin Valley branding proposal 15. S223 submission re 8 McDonald St, Meeniyan 16. Formalise road opening off Devlin Rd, Foster 17. Nyora Hall upgrade 18. Resource for community infrastructure project 19. Civic and mayoral reception policy 20. Closed session - 2014 Australia Day Awards 21. Closed session – four contractual matters Planning and Environment Act 1987 SOUTH GIPPSLAND PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Approval of Amendment C87 The Minister for Planning has approved Amendment C87 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme. The Amendment comes into operation on the date this notice was published in the Government Gazette – 5 December 2013.The Amendment introduces and applies the Design and Development Overlay Schedules 8, 9, 10 and 11 to the Leongatha and Foster Hospital helipad sites .A copy of the Amendment can be inspected, free of charge, at www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planning/publicinspection and during office hours, at South Gippsland Shire Council, 9 Smith St, Leongatha. Paul Stampton, Strategic Planning & Development HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS Council offices will open on normal trading days except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years' Day. Emergencies: Phone 5662 9200 (24/7) for urgent Council matters eg. livestock or trees on roads. General emergencies: 000.

Visitor Services: Visitor Information Centres in Korumburra and Foster open daily from 9am to 5pm. (www.visitpromcountry.com.au) Coal Creek opens daily from 10am to 4.30pm. (All closed Christmas Day). Community Services: Provision of meals and showers for Home and Community Care clients will continue as usual. Home Care and Respite are not provided on public holidays. All M&CH Centres are open but limited to Key Ages and Stages (KAS) checks -appointments required. For support, call 13 22 29. If you or your child is unwell, seek advice from your GP or nearest hospital emergency unit. Council and community playgroups do not run during school holidays. Go www.playgroup.org.au to find contact details for your local playgroup. Immunisations sessions will resume on 7 & 8 January Waste Management: No kerbside garbage/recycling collections on Christmas Day. Properties scheduled to have their bins emptied on Christmas Day will have them emptied on Boxing Day instead. Sandy Point and Waratah Bay residents are reminded that recycling will be collected weekly from the Monday following Christmas Day, through until the end of January. Bins must be placed out for collection on each Sunday night for collection on Monday. Transfer stations/Koonwarra landfill closed Christmas Day. Transfer station hours are displayed at the sites and on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au TENDER SGC14/11 PROVISION OF BUILDING PROGRAMMED & REACTIVE MAINTENANCE & ESSENTIAL SAFETY MEASURE INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies / applicants for the above Tender which closes 2pm AEDST Tues 4 February 2014. Documentation is available from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or contact 03 5662 9254. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Adkins St, Korumburra Drainage works Bells Rd, Loch Landslip repairs Duncans Rd, Fish Ck Resheets Evans Rd, Fish Ck Resheets Leongatha to Leongatha Sth Road maintenance Loch Poowong Rd, Loch Drainage works Old Canavans Rd, Mt Eccles Sth Landslip repairs Toora Wonyip Rd, Landslip repairs Welshpool/Hedley/Binginwarri

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BASS Coast Shire Council will change over chief executive officers mid February. Current CEO Allan Bawden will officially retire from the position on February 14 and his replacement Paul Buckley will take on the role on February 17. Mr Bawden attended his final council meeting last Wednesday night where mayor Cr Neil Rankine acknowledged his 19 years in the position. “I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge his enormous contribution to Bass Coast Shire,” Cr Rankine said. “Having the same CEO for so long is quite rare for any organisation and has provided council with great stability. “Personally, and I know my fellow councillors feel the same way, I am grateful to him for extending his contract so that he could provide stability and guidance to the new council that came in last year.” Cr Rankine also formally thanked Mr Bawden for his great contribution

to council. “We are a better council for having had him lead the organisation all these years,” Cr Rankine said. “Over his time here he has brought great stability to this organisation.

“We could see that this was a really attractive position due to the number of applications that we had for the position and it is a reflection of the good work that Mr Bawden has done of the past 19 years.”

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Kids miss out Continued from page 1. “The funding was promised under Labor’s Regional Development Fund, but Labor failed to sign off and fund the next level of application,” he said. “I’ve written to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Warren Truss about the fund and was informed the next round of applications for the fund will open in July 2014.” Mr Broadbent failed to say if he was disappointed with the outcome or not. Parent Rebecca Marriott, a member of the children centre’s working group, was disappointed. “We are extremely disappointed. We will be having meetings and contact with Russell Broadbent on this,” she said. “There was some reassurance from him after the election he would fight for

us to receive this money, and we hope he will be true to his word and he will fight for South Gippsland and to get this money.” Mrs Marriott said the project could not happen with just contributions from the local community, council and state government. “Without the money from the federal government it is going to make it very hard for us. We need them to come to the party,” she said. “Childcare is a joint funding arrangement between state and federal governments and it won’t work with the local government putting in the majority of the money; the other two need to put in as well.” Council is working to gain funding and aims to have the centre open at the beginning of 2016.

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Speak out on roads

PROGRESS associations are calling on South Gippslanders to make their voices heard and have the region’s crumbling roads fixed. The Leongatha and Meeniyan progress associations want residents concerned about the roads to write to their members of parliament. The associations’ leaders determined an influx of letters was the only way the State and Federal governments would allocate more money for South Gippsland’s roads. “If we’ve got lots of squeaky wheels then maybe, with any luck, something might happen,” Kay Puru, secretary of the Leongatha Progress Association, said. The two progress

associations particularly encourage transport company employees, couriers and taxis drivers to write letters. “We need the businesses to get on board,” Leongatha Progress Association president Marg Denbrok said. “It’s affecting the traders of the town.” Meeniyan Progress Association secretary Clive Hope last Wednesday told South Gippsland Shire Council he was informed by a VicRoads official the best way of attracting roads funding was to make an economic case, specifying how poor roads had affected the region financially. “I believe a whole campaign is needed on an economic level,” he said. He has called on council to coordinate an effort involving business and other groups. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett responded: “I think you have read our game plan”.

Town advocates: Kay Puru and Marg Denbrok of the Leongatha Progress Association discuss the roads issues over lunch recently. Council has instigated a Repairing our Roads survey to ask the community to specify roads needing attention. The second stage of the campaign will entail council consulting with the transport and agricultural sectors, and then approaching chambers of commerce, tourism groups and other bodies. Cr Andrew McEwen said between $200-$300 million had been removed from VicRoads’ budget by the State Government. “You can’t have money taken out of VicRoads without having roads deteriorating like this,” he said. Mr Hope praised council for instigating its survey. Mr Hope said a pothole on the South Gippsland Highway at Meeniyan

South Gippsland Highway was a granular pavement with rock underneath, whereas Melbourne roads have an asphalt surface and a concrete underbase. “That is why our roads are breaking up,” he said. “We all pay rates, we all pay road taxes, and I believe our highway should be maintained by the same standards as Melbourne’s.” Mr Hope added the community had waited too long for the Black Spur realignment of the highway at Koonwarra.

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and having fellowship with other Christians as the program moves around from church to church. The group meets on the first Monday of each month at 2pm and afternoon tea follows the singing. Singing is given a break with musical items or solo artists. This month we were delighted to hear Gavin Chatelier and family entertain and inspire us with their singing and Pastor Andrew Jasper shared challenging Christmas thoughts with us all. As we move around meeting with fellow Christians we realise the wonderful unity we experience in praising Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour. We would warmly invite others to join us – so watch out for the New Year program commencing in March. The Church location will be advertised. A blessed Christmas and happy New Year to all readers. LIFE After George will be Lyric Theatre’s exciting first production of 2014. This astounding and highly acclaimed play broke box office records during its Melbourne premiere and is set to be a standout theatre performance. The Hannie Rayson play will be directed by Bernadette Grainger and the six performances will open in early May. Auditions will held on March 2, preceded by an information session on February 23, 5-6pm. She is hoping for a large attendance at the Eagger Studio on both these dates. The story revolves around the death of Peter

his life unfolds, so these women discover much about themselves and the lives they have lived both within and outside his shadow.

George, charistmatic academic, idealist and lover of life. His wife, two ex-wives and daughter gather for his funeral. As the true nature of the man and

Wrapping up: Inverloch-Kongwak Primary School children danced the night away at the school’s end of year bush dance last Thursday. Among the dancers were Kongwak students Ben, Jarrod, Harry, Mitch, Oliver and Will.

Festive fun: Cathie Barlow (left) and Wendy Stevens enjoyed the Inverloch Community House Walkie Talkie’s pre Christmas celebrations at The Inlet Hotel, Inverloch recently.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas: students from Grades 2 to 5 at St Laurence’s Primary School, Leongatha livened up the town’s McCartin Street with some Christmas carols at lunchtime last Thursday.

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THE Fish Creek-Foster Road reopened on Friday, but there are still works remaining.

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VicRoads fully opened the road in both directions to cater for the start of peak holiday traffic heading to the area, but there will be a section of unsealed road surface. This will mean the speed limit will be reduced to 40km/h through the section being repaired. The road was closed after a large section of road washed away recently. From yesterday (Monday), there will be further road surfacing works to build up the gravel road base that will cause minor delays. While VicRoads had originally hoped to have the project completed before Christmas, the road was more extensively damaged than first anticipated. Further wet weather over the last couple of weeks, as well as crews having to dig much deeper down to rebuild the road than first thought, has caused delays. VicRoads contractors will keep an eye on this section of unsealed road over the next few weeks, grading it to remove pot holes as required, until crews can return in January 2014 to carry out final road sealing works. Works in January will aim to avoid peak traffic periods. VicRoads would like to thank the community for its ongoing patience while these emergency repair works are carried out.

New toilets for Inverloch BASS Coast Shire Council will be erecting new public toilets to replace the derelict toilets on Surf Parade in Inverloch in January 2014. Council’s planning and environment director, Hannah Duncan-Jones, said the toilet block in question is to be demolished and replaced with a new pre-fabricated toilet building. “Demolition will begin prior to Christmas with construction of the new toilet building to commence in January,” Ms Duncan-Jones said. “The supply of sewer and electricity infrastructure to the building site has also been arranged.” Feedback from the community improves our services and community members are encouraged to contact council on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) if they have an issue to report.

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4G network launched continue to operate as normal. Telstra Country Wide area general manager for Gippsland, Loretta Willaton, said, “The additional speeds and network capacity 4G offers supports both residents and local businesses in this area.” South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett welcomed the improved coverage, saying it was vital in rural areas to have high speed communications to remain competitive in the business world. “Social media and online shopping have affected local traders significantly and the 4G services will help them to improve their marketing and procurement processes both in the office and on the road,” he said. “We also want to attract new residents to the area

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TELSTRA has switched on its 4G mobile network in Leongatha, providing faster service on 4G-enabled devices using the Telstra network. The 4G service makes streaming movies, downloading music and internet browsing much faster. Typical download speeds are around two to 50 megabits per second. Actual customer speeds will vary based on the user’s distance from the base station, local conditions and the user’s device. 4G operates from the existing Telstra tower in Leongatha. Devices that are still using the 3G technology will

and need to be able to offer speeds and service comparable to what they’ve come to expect in the city.” Destination Gippsland chief executive officer Terry Robinson said the new 4G network coverage was great news for the tourism industry. “The new 4G service will allow our tourism businesses to be more efficient with their bookings and transactions,”

No luck for Dumbalk TELSTRA has no plans to install a mobilephone tower at Dumbalk. The Dumbalk Progress Association has long petitioned Telstra for better mobile coverage but to no avail. Loretta Willaton from Telstra suggested residents consider purchasing a smart antenna to enhance mobile reception. Where the mobile phone reception is touch-and-go outdoors, a smart antenna can improve reception within a building fitted with the device.

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TWO chainsaws were stolen in Giles Street, Mirboo North between December 6 and December 8. The offender entered through an open carport at the side of a house.

Illegal knives POLICE apprehended a 17 year old boy from Korumburra carrying knives on Saturday morning. He will be interviewed for possession of the weapon.

Car impounded POLICE have impounded a vehicle after a series of reports from local residents complaining of hoon driving in Inverloch.

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The reports began at the end of November. The police chased down the 19 year old driver from Koonwarra and he was caught in Leongatha on Saturday. A 2001 Holden Commodore has been impounded for 30 days and will cost the driver $1170 to get it returned. The driver will be charged with a number of hoon driving offences.

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Dog owners insulted I THINK most people will be offended with Cr Crugnale making an extremely frivolous remark “I seem to have rung the town bell and everyone is now talking about dogs”. It is a very sarcastic thing for a councillor to say after her career ending ruling. People are not just talking about dogs, they are asking “Why after all these years we are no longer able to walk along the water’s edge with our dog on a lead?” I might add Cr Crugnale and the council have been asked this question on numerous occasions by me and several others. The question falls on deaf ears with no straight forward answer coming forth. Cr Crugnale also states the debate needs to be had openly. The council was certainly not open with its idea of the ban as there was a community working group The Domestic Animal Manage-

ment Advisory Committee that had been working most of 2013 to come up with off leash times and areas for the holiday seasons Christmas to Easter. At no time was the issue of walking dogs on leash spoken about at these community meetings. How do you bring in a rule and call it a debate? Let’s hope the new CEO and the new councillor for Townsend ward will have a lot more openness and honesty. All dog owners and a lot of non dog owners in Inverloch are extremely angry with this antisocial rule that is going to have problems throughout the community: socialising, tourists, local cafés and general well being in the enjoyment and the activity of a stroll along the beach with the family that with most people includes their dog. I would say to council this rule must be revoked to show Inverloch is a friendly town with a warm welcome to all tourists with

or without dogs. It should be if someone lets their dog off the lead during the day they are breaking the rules and can be fined, not if you are a responsible person and walk your dog on a 1.5 metre lead during the day. You should not then be getting harassed by a council that no longer supports the friendly tourist town of Inverloch. At the council meeting on December 11, where the questions from the residents were gagged, the council changed the time for on or off leash to 6pm to 9am to fit in with Parks Victoria. That was a plus, but the main problem still remains you cannot walk along the beach with your dog on a lead during the day. For a town that relies on its tourist trade, this is a disaster. After Boxing Day, when all the holidaymakers arrive who know nothing about the new anti-rule, I’m glad I don’t work in the information office. Robert Scott, Inverloch.

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E D I T O R I A L Funding frustration NEWS this week that the Korumburra Integrated Children’s Centre missed out on $477,000 of federal funding is a disappointment for Korumburra and the whole western end of the shire. The $5.2 million centre has been designed, the community has held meeting after meeting, and hopes the funding would be forthcoming were high given the election of McMillan MP Russell Broadbent and his Coalition Government this year. While the government attributed the decision to Labor not signing off on funding before losing power, the community has every right to argue that if Labor had budgeted for the project, then surely the money is there? The community now faces further waiting until applications for grants from the Regional Development Fund come about in July next year. With the western end of the shire, including Korumburra, continuing to welcome more young families, the need for childcare and kindergarten services will only grow. The community, together with South Gippsland Shire Council, can only press the urgency for funding at a political level. Despite last week’s outcome, the community can remain confident Mr Broadbent will advocate for funding, given he is a supporter of the project and has the ear of the decision-makers in Canberra.

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IT WAS no surprise at the last shire meeting the councillors voted to keep dogs off the beach and not back down. At the meeting the public was treated with utter contempt and most questions were not answered. So Inverloch is now held to ransom by a few condescending people who dislike dogs and think they have the right to do as they

will. This will not be the end of this and these people will not be voted back in for not listening to the ratepayers. Cr Jordan Crugnale is now saying it is possible dogs will not be allowed on any beach at weekends. It appears these dog haters have at the moment got their own way, even to a point where they did not produce any figures to back their decision when asked. Maybe they should get to the beach early in the morning and see the foxes and feral cats. It is easy to blame dogs for environmental damage when you are none the wiser. As for not picking up after dogs, I do not think it is fair for all these councillors to blame all dog owners, as mentioned at this meeting. I have seen human faeces, broken glass and plastic bags left by fishermen, and even hooks and sinkers with fishing line left on beaches. So we can surmise from this that we should also ban fishermen, anyone who needs to go to a toilet, people drinking and smoking and of course, dogs, cats and foxes. Laurie Tuddin, Inverloch.

Gagged QUESTIONS regarding the ruling that has banned walking dogs on leashes on the beaches of Inverloch in daytime, during the whole of summer and half of autumn were received by Bass

Coast Council 24 hours before the meeting on Wednesday, December 11, complying with the following instruction on its webpage: “All questions submitted in writing to council no less than 24 hours prior to meeting commencement will be answered at that meeting. Questions received less than 24 hours prior to meeting commencement will be answered at the meeting if possible and if no answer can be given at the meeting, then it will be given as soon as practicable” None of the questions on this burning issue were answered, and there were a lot. CEO Allan Bawden gave a summary of the questions, but this did not reflect their true content at all. We now ask Cr Crugnale to answer these questions please: • Would Cr Crugnale table at this meeting the documentary evidence she relied on to so drastically change the rule, which allowed dogs to be exercised on the Inverloch beaches on leash at any time? • What consultation did Cr Crugnale conduct with the council appointed Domestic Animal Management Advisory Group prior to raising her motion on October 16 to ban dogs from all Inverloch beaches as stated at point 2a of that resolution? Furthermore, the summary of the survey results found in attachment 4 to Item E5 of October 16 demonstrates support exists from non dog owners for dogs to be allowed to walk on-leash “everywhere” and support for time restrictions is raised

in relation to off-leash areas only. 3) Instead of using a sledgehammer solution, why didn’t the council enforce the previous laws, and why didn’t the council explore initiatives to curb the actions of a minority group of irresponsible dog owners? 4) Why did we suddenly get a ban on walking our leashed dogs on the beach when the survey and the motion on the agenda for the meeting on October 16 had only been about off leash areas. Had it always been Cr Crugnale’s intention to introduce the amendment to the motion at the last minute because she knew that it would be unpopular with the council officers and many citizens? 5) Why would the elected councillors go against the professional advice of experienced council officers, which was contained in the original motion E5, causing council officers to be up in arms over her actions, and why was this new resolution hastily tabled at the October meeting without any public consultation. 6) Had the council considered the ramifications of the October 16 meeting and if so what were those ramifications? There are many more questions from very disgruntled citizens who will no doubt be receiving an answer from Cr Crugnale “as soon as practicable”. Sarah Spencer-Smith, Inverloch; Ivan Hipworth, Inverloch; Malcolm Scott, Inverloch; Sheila Forster, Inverloch; David Clottu, Inverloch; and Margaret Scott, Inverloch.

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What are your plans for the school holidays?

“I will be at the beach a lot and I might be going to Pambula.” Svenja Murray, Inverloch.

“I’m going to go to the beach to snorkel and surf. I will eat a lot of food and also hang out with friends.” Bella Christie, Inverloch.

“On Christmas Day I’m going to my family’s house and for New Year’s my neighbours have a little festival. For the rest of the time I will have friends over.” Gemma Thomas, Glen Alvie.

“I’m going to Swan Hill to visit family and friends.” Ella Morcom, Inverloch.

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Jetset team says thankyou As 2013 draws to a close Jill Carmody and the Jetset Travel team in Leongatha are saying thanks to their loyal customers. “We would like to thank all of our clients who supported us through 2013,” she said. “It’s been a really good year. We have had a lot of support and sent people all around the world. “We have had fantastic feedback from our clients.” The Jetset team comprises qualified professional and friendly local staff. “In 2013 we have really had to work as a team,” Jill said. “We have had health challenges within the office and as a result others

have had to pick up duties and our clients have had been really good about that. If their nominated consultant wasn’t available, another team member was able to look after them.” Jill said her team provides a professional service irrespective of anything else that’s going on. “We are a professional agency and I believe we can provide all the travel experiences for our clients for what I believe is a competitive price,” she said. The Jetset team members are all seasoned travellers themselves and always make time throughout the year to explore the world. They also use trips to experience destinations and products they pro-

Merry Christmas: the Jetset Leongatha team is wishing all their clients a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

A Christmas tale YOUNGSTERS enjoyed a Christmas themed storytime at Leongatha Library on Friday. Early years library officer Julie-Anne Trease read Clement C Moore’s classic poem The Night Before Christmas to rapt preschoolers. West Gippsland Regional Libraries are gearing up for their school holiday programs, which features “super story times” for the whole family, sessions in model boat making and puppet making, a summer reading club and much more. A professional puppet show called Scared Silly will visit Leongatha Library on January 15; bookings are free but essential and can be made by calling 5662 4829 or going to www.wgrlc. eventbrite.com.au. Raffle tickets are also available through Friends of Leongatha Library. The tickets cost $1 each and are for sale at the library. First and second prizes of hampers will be drawn on Friday, December 20.

All money raised will be reinvested in books and DVDs which you can borrow from the library. Regular Friday storytimes will begin again on January 10, 2014. Storytime is free and is aimed at children aged be-

tween two and five years. A qualified librarian leads the children through lively songs, stories, books, craft and more. Sessions begin at 10.30am on Friday mornings at Leongatha Library on Smith Street.

mote to clients. “We already have travel plans for 2014,” Jill said. Next year will see some changes to Jetset

Leongatha. “We will have changes to the agency sometime during the year because the Jetset brand will be no longer and we are yet

undecided on what name or franchise group we will go with,” Jill said. “We will have our first three quarters under the Jetset banner still and we

are very happy with our team. “We wish all of our clients a happy and safe Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.”

Christmas craft: Lisa and Quin Brady of Kardella display Quin’s Christmas tree.

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Trading fees drop Goods for sale fees were reduced from $200 per square metre to $125 while outdoor eating was reduced by a third per square metre from $150 to $100. Cr Andrew Phillips said the discounts were needed in the current hard economic times for businesses. “The reasons for the discounts are because businesses are struggling in the shire. I don’t know if anyone else knows that but business have been forced to shut down, in my ward in particular and so I think it’s unfair to increase fees,” he said. “We still haven’t had much clear direction from the business associations so I think reviewing the fee structure by October 2014 gives the traders a chance to give some feedback and see how it is going.”

Council has encouraged business association membership with a 25 per cent discount (with a cap of $500) to be offered to all business association members. Cr Phillips said that would hopefully encourage stronger business associations. “A lot of the local businesses need to get involved with their business association so council can find out how we can make the street amenity better for the whole community,” he said. Part of the motion that changed the fees stated council consider a consolation process with business associations and how they can influence the street amenity for the future prosperity of commercial areas. “This is not going to necessarily increase the membership but it will create an advantage to those who want to be part of the association and in turn help us with ideas about the street amenities,” Cr Phillips said. Councillors voted unanimously for the motion.

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Wonthaggi’s new CFA station opens

New fire station ready By Laura Gibb THE SPLENDID new fire station in Wonthaggi has already received two call-outs.

Rehabilitation station: firefighter Jackson O’Connor demonstrates the Kore Kooler recovery chairs for firefighters.

In an ideal world firefighters would not receive any more, but when people find themselves in trouble because of a fire, the Wonthaggi firefighters are ready to help. They opened their new station to the public on Sunday, offering tours of the facility. The station features housing for the fire trucks, including Wonthaggi’s new, fully automated tanker, a barbecue area for families and a mobile firefighters’ rehabilitation station. The new, $700,000 tanker will come into use as soon as firefighters have been trained to operate it, in six or eight weeks’ time. It is computerised and fully automated, making it much easier to use. “It will serve us well,” firefighter Andrew McCormick said. The truck is five years

old and is a hand-me-down from Ballarat City, as that brigade has received a brand new tanker. The Wonthaggi model can pump out a higher volume of water at once, more than other tankers and has breathing gear on the seats so firefighters can put it on the way to a fire. The mobile rehabilitation station is for the welfare of the firefighters rather than for the public. While volunteering at a fire, firefighters get hot and can suffer from hyperthermia.

However, research has found the quickest way to lower their core temperature is by cooling their forearms, Damien O’Connor of the Wonthaggi CFA said. The Kore Kooler chairs in the rehabilitation station have bags of room-temperature water attached to the arms. Resting firefighters place their arms into these for 20 minutes at a time. This method of cooling the body is reported to shorten volunteers’ recovery time after a fire by

days. The rehabilitation station also features handwash stations and clean drinking water so CFA volunteers don’t contract gastroenteritis while fighting fires. Also for the firefighters and their families is the spacious barbecue area, which will allow firefighters to spend more time with their families and thereby help the CFA retain volunteers. Generous community fundraising paid for the barbecue facilities.

Fire risk CAPTAIN Kim O’Connor of the Wonthaggi CFA said long grass will be a fire risk this summer. He said the ground is moist now, so he is “expecting a lot of growth”. The grass and vegetation along the roadside will grow and then cure and become a fire risk. Capt O’Connor advised people should be “cleaning up, slashing, reducing the fuel around their houses”.

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Having a dip: Stirling Holman and Livinia Mandemaker of Poowong enjoy the water.

Book launch: historian and author Laurie Gregg with McMillan MP Russell Broadbent.

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diversions. Some people tried their luck on the mechanical bucking bronco while others drove Pacer Karts and stretched their legs on the Bungee Run. Children were especially well catered for when Santa finished up at the library and came across to the street festival. The CFA displayed its new fire truck near Sami Vanston, who played guitar and harmonica and sang heartfelt original songs and covers of artists such as Angus and Julia Stone. The sun shone on a successful Christmas event.

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who was on the pool committee at opening day and helped to concrete the area around the pool; Brian Mountney, whose father Gough was the original president of the committee and a builder by trade; and Ken Salmon, whose parents donated the land on which the pool is built and whose mother fed the builders morning tea and lunch every day they worked on the pool. Present day volunteers worked hard all weekend to make the celebrations a success. More than 4000 children had been enrolled in swimming lessons during the pool’s 50 year existence, Ms Gregg found. She commended the foresight of the original committee and of that whole generation, who put so much in place for their communities right across Victoria.

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and they’d even had to bring their own tables. Present at the book launch was Val Hillberg, winner of the Poowong Swimming Pool’s first beauty contest. She was chosen on the day by Alf Woods, also present at the launch, who was accustomed to judging poultry. Mr Woods said he usually examined a bird’s feet, legs, thighs, eyes etc, awarding it a maximum of 100 points. Normally, he said, he then went on to handle the bird and awarded up to 20 extra points based on the firm feel of its body, but he’d had to omit this part on the day. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent re-enacted the pool’s opening ceremony and unveiled a new plaque celebrating its anniversary. Also present at the occasion was John Jefferis,

In a partnership with VicRoads and Tourism Victoria, council has performed a review of all the tourism signs on Phillip Island and found “a lot of the signage outdated, confusing and needing replacement” according to council’s acting community and economic development director Antoinette Mitchell. Cr Andrew Phillips said this was something that needed to be done. “I have certainly had a lot of feedback about signage around my ward. Some signs point to places that don’t even exist anymore,” he said. THE suggestion of a Bass Coast Shire Council smart device application was raised again at the council meeting on Wednesday. Cr Phil Wright brought up the idea when discussing signage on the island. “We have had a suggestion before to create an app,” he said. “When we get our visitors on busy days coming on and off the island we could advise them where there are life-

savers, parking and other services and general information they need to know.” Cr Kimberly Brown agreed. “I think that is something we need to discuss as councillors,” she said. “I have spoken to nature parks about their app and there are grants to cover the cost of pretty much the entire project.” CR Kimberley Brown claimed the most travel expenses of all councillors in the latest breakdown of councillor expenditure. Cr Brown claimed $3172.85 in travel expenses from May 1 through to October 31. Cr Phil Wright was lowest claimant with no claims for the six month period. Between all seven councillors, $5880.64 was claimed. COUNCIL will work with key stakeholders to investigate the economic impacts of the Port of Hastings. Cr Phil Wright brought the issue to the council in urgent business saying council needed to know what impacts the port will have on Phillip Island. “We cannot allow the impacts of the dredging, oil dripping and water movement to impact on the Phillip Island environment or tourism,” he said.

Welcome Dean: Dr Dean Kim, left, is welcomed to South Gippsland Dental by dental nurse Mellissa Cook and ‘patient’ Karli Brislin.

Sad goodbye, exciting welcome SOUTH Gippsland Dental has recently farewelled long serving and highly respected dentist, Dr Torsten Lekander. Dr Lekander has been in practice in Leongatha and Inverloch for 30 years, and during that time many local people and families have been treated under his caring practice philosophy. He’ll be sorely missed by all in the dental profession. As business owner and dentist, Dr Taehee Lee explains they’re excited to oversee the transition from one long serving dentist to the highly skilled and professional Dr Dean Kim. “We’re grateful for the service Dr Lekander has given the community over a long period of time, and equally excited about what Dr Kim can bring to South Gippsland Dental and the community in the future,” Dr Lee said. “Dr Kim is a very competent and unassumingly gifted dentist who has excellent chair side manners. I do not have any doubt he will be a great hit with our long term loyal patients as well as those who are joining us for the first time.” Dr Kim’s personality and pursuit of excellence will be a great asset for local people. “His gentle and caring manner combined with a great thirst for knowledge and excellence will be a winning combination. Especially in the areas of smile rehabilitation, functional or bite restoration, health preservation and the impact of these areas on overall patient self esteem,” he said. Originally from New Zealand, Dr Kim has been specifically recruited to not only continue the dental ethics of previous generations, but to positively enhance the South Gippsland Dental experience for all existing and new clients. As Dr Lee explained, “To see this enthusiasm for yourself, please don’t hesitate to call or drop into South Gippsland Dental.”

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LEAVE AND LIVE. Avoid festive fires FAMILIES are being urged by the CFA to have a closer look at their Christmas tree or fairy lights this year and attend to any signs of wear and tear such as missing globes or frayed wiring by ditching old lights or buying replacements.

Take care: the CFA is urging the community to ensure Christmas lights do not become a fire risk.

Natural Christmas trees need special care, because they are extremely flammable when they dry out, said CFA home fire safety expert Chris Barber, who warns electrical faults are one of the top three causes of household fires each year, with overloaded power boards a common culprit. For families that like to go to town with their indoor or outdoor fairy light displays, there are a few simple rules to follow to make sure it will be Santa, not the fire brigade, visiting your home this festive season. “Even if there are four or more outlets on your power board, there should be no more than three sets of lights per power board, and you should never use double adaptors,” said Chris. “Also, resist the temptation to put rugs or mats over the top of wires running across the floor, even if wires are unsightly.” Top tips to keep fire out of your home this

Christmas include: 1. inspect your Christmas lights and fairy lights for any sign of damage or wear and tear. 2. don’t use light sets with missing globes. 3. LED Christmas lights do not get as hot and use less power. 4. use no more than three sets of lights per power board, even if there are four or more outlets on it. Avoid using double adaptors. 5. make sure electric cords are completely uncoiled and are not placed under rugs or mats. 6. place your tree as far as possible from any heat source, curtains or furnishings. 7. maintain water in the base of natural Christmas trees to stop them drying out and remove lights once they show signs of drying. 8. take care with candles, incense sticks and oil burners. Always make sure they are away from flammable items such as curtains and that they cannot be knocked over. 9. always keep matches, candles and lighters away from infants and small children. 10. check your smoke alarms are working. Christmas tree fires can generate a lot of heat quickly and spread to the rest of the house.

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Leading light: CFA chief officer Euan Ferguson (left) with Ruby CFA captain Darren Hardacre, a participant in the Chief Officer’s Leadership Development Program.

Darren learns from CFA chief A RUBY firefighter is one of 20 hand-picked volunteers from around the state working closely with CFA chief officer Euan Ferguson as part of a year-long leadership program. Darren Hardacre, currently captain of the Ruby Fire Brigade, travelled to the Dandenong Ranges a few weeks ago for the program’s first face-to-face session. The chief officer’s Leadership Development Program has been described as potentially life-changing, and Darren sees it as an opportunity to not only improve himself but also to pass skills on to his brigade. “This was very different to other leadership development opportunities – it is more about personal development rather than a general approach,” he said. “Having the chief spend the time to lead the program himself and spend that one-oneone time means a lot more than having it run by someone else.” Chief officer Euan Ferguson said his pro-

gram, based on reflection and discussion, was about building up a network of current and future leaders who are confident not only as a leader of a team, but in themselves as people. “By understanding our values we can lead ethically and with forethought, respect and humility,” he said. “It’s about being the best we can be. I encourage any of our members, whether or not they see themselves as a leader, to take opportunities to learn and improve.” The chief officer maintains a personal leadership library and asks participants to read and understand the writings of historical greats such as Sir Ernest Shackleton and Sun Tzu. The extended time frame for the program allow participants to track their development over the course of a year. It consists of three intensive weekend sessions backed up by take home study ‘missions’, the first of which asks participants to seek detailed feedback from family and co-workers on their strengths and weaknesses.

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Dance extravaganza turns heads THE Care to Dance annual concert was held at St Laurence’s Primary school’s ‘Big Shed’ in Leongatha’s recently. The theme for this year’s event was ‘Whatever After’, based on a science fiction tale of outer space, robots, a desolate earth and a rescue mission to save earth. The costumes were stunning, the dancing was first class and the packed houses showed their appreciation. Well done to teachers Bronwyne Kalos, Bri Robb and Bec Kranen, the other student teachers and all the team for a great success. At the end of Saturday night’s performance, trophies were handed out to the best performing dancers in each dance category.

Dance time: ready to hit the stage were, from left, Sienna Goldsmith, Alicia McGrath, Harper McLennan, and, front, Neve Edwards.

Stage ready: all set to give it their best are, from left, Lilly Walker, Phoebe Davidson, Hannah Charlton and Ada Hill.

Enjoy Christmas with friends All set: showing off their costumes were, from left, Kinesha Anderson, Kristyn Rintoule, and Safron Kolman.

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Great Christmas: Tess Parkinson, who is 95, will be once again attending the combined churches of Meeniyan Christmas lunch this year.

Dumbalk festivities SKIES were bleak on the morning of the Dumbalk Christmas party.

The big man: Santa heard some Christmas wishes at the Dumbalk Christmas party.

With the rain came the doubt. Would the party have to move into the shelter of the hall? That would mean no jumping castle, no wagon rides and no play equipment. The weather improved slowly and by 6.30pm it was all systems go. Partygoers fired up the barbecues, jumping castle, wagons rides and music and families came out of the woodwork. Ian Richards and his team gave people rides on his horse-drawn wagon while Colin Watson led the Christmas carols. Santa arrived by fire truck at 8pm. It was a special time for the young ones and also for the more senior people who loved the atmosphere. Icypoles and lollies were popular giveaways. The raffle was again a great attraction with 17 prizes, including a monster snapper donated by Steve Pocklington, hampers and other goods. The three first prize winners were Karen Smith, Ella Thompson and Toby Paul. The Dumbalk Progress Association thanks all those who contributed to making this event another wonderful time for all.

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The lunch will again be held at the Meeniyan Uniting Church in Geale Street and is for people in the communities who would be without family or friends on Christmas Day. Tess Parkinson from Leongatha went to the lunch for the first time in 2012 and plans to attend again this year with her next door neighbour. “My family live too far away. I have some in Western Australia and in Ararat and they are all busy doing their own thing and it is a long way to go,” she said. Ms Parkinson said the atmosphere on the day was just like one big happy family and the food is delicious. “It was beautiful, a really nice way to spend Christmas. Everybody talked to one another and there was singing and carols,” she said. “They didn’t miss out on anything at all, they were marvellous.” Although family is too far away for Ms Parkinson to visit over Christmas, she said the day at Meeniyan was everything you could want for Christmas. “Everyone was just so interested in you and happy. It was just a terrific day altogether,” she said. “Somebody said there was going to be some improvements made to the lunch this year, but I can’t see how it could improve because it was just perfect. “So we will have to wait and see. Maybe Santa Claus is going to visit.” A full traditional Christmas lunch is provided with music by the church musicians and singers. Transport to and from the church can be arranged if required. All guests will receive a small present. It is a heart-tearing concern that some of the guests often comment this is the only Christmas gift they re-

ceive. The event is aimed at anyone who would not have family of friends to celebrate Christmas Day with. As an indication of how many such people there are in our community at the very first Christmas Day lunch in 2004 there were 18 in attendance and the last two years there has been between 70 and 80 including children. “It is not just for older people. There are young ones there too which really brings together the whole feeling of family,” Ms Parkinson said. All labour and services are provided on a volunteer basis and the food is provided by the local churches, residents and some of the local retail operators. Anyone seeking more information and/or interested in attending is asked to contact Bill on 5683 2482 or Gillian on 0439 659 594. Bookings for the lunch are essential to enable catering to be arranged.

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Patrol bound: Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club members Jordan Thomas and Zoe Younger are examples of the club’s dedicated band of volunteers.

Rookie lifesavers learn ropes INVERLOCH Surf Life Saving Club has held another successful week long Bronze Medallion Camp last week. The 24 candidates mainly aged between 15 and18 were supported by team leaders and water safety members from the club. While the weather wasn’t favourable, it didn’t stop the team from carrying out its daily fitness sessions, first aid lessons including CPR, board and tube rescues and surprise scenarios aimed at reinforcing classes that had been taught to the candidates.

Instructor and club patrol captain Bec Morris said, “It was particularly rewarding seeing many of the candidates attain their bronze medallion after coming through the ranks of our nipper program. “I remember many of them from when they were in the Under 10 group and I was their assistant age manager. They have really developed their skills over the years and have now reached another lifesaving award within the club. “I look forward to seeing them patrolling on the beach this season as we provide our service to the Inverloch community.”

Secure your home: Sergeant Trevor Teer of Wonthaggi Police will be among those protecting homes this summer.

Holiday home attack By Tayla Kershaw WONTHAGGI Police are gearing up for summer and working to combat one of the biggest issues they face over the holiday season. Burglaries have increased in the area, particularly in holiday homes. In the past 12 months, there have been 40 to 50 burglaries in the Bass Coast region with holiday houses being the main target. Offenders have taken to the cyber world and are finding their targets online. “We are finding crooks are getting clever,” Sergeant Trevor Teer said. The internet is a handy tool for people to easily advertise their homes for rent including details and photos. However, it should be approached with caution. Holidaymakers looking to rent aren’t the only ones who can view your home. Offenders can now survey the home using photos, pick out the things they want to steal and can guarantee the home will be empty. “The internet is like a shopping list for

crooks,” Sergeant Teer said. It is a difficult crime for police because people may be away from their homes for months. The police urge all holidaymakers to be wary. Residential homes are generally safe in South Gippsland but vacant holiday homes are under constant threat. Venus Bay, Inverloch and Phillip Island are targeted because there are several empty homes in a row and no witnesses. Steps to consider to keep your home safe may include arranging for mail to be collected regularly, asking a neighbour to maintain the garden, take out bins and occasionally park their car in the driveway and setting a timer to have lights go on to create the image that someone is home. Be sure all valuables are secure and change the locks so there are no copies of keys floating around. Security can be improved by installing alarm systems. Another major issue is posting holiday plans on social media sites. Advertising your holiday online can put your home at risk. Offenders only strike when they think no one is home.

CCTV offers peace of mind Right direction: Foster Showgrounds president Deb Allott and member Bruce Standfield have their eyes set on enhancing the reserve for the community’s benefit.

Showgrounds vision By Brad Lester REVAMPING the stadium, improving the oval surface and potentially hosting caravan clubs are among the goals of the Foster Showgrounds committee. These ambitions were unveiled in the Foster Showgrounds Master Plan presented to South Gippsland Shire Council by committee members Bruce Standfield and chair Deb Allott last Wednesday. The showgrounds are home to many groups and essential to the town’s social life. “The committee is trying to look at the ground laterally from what it has in the past and to look at what other avenues of income there could be to keep the ground going in the future,”

Mr Standfield said. “It has been a difficult task to manage fixed costs and to work under the budget that we have.” Mr Standfield said the committee needed to improve the stadium, given “it is a key feature of the reserve”. Additional lighting will be added, changerooms upgraded, the interior painted, the scorers’ area improved, and a power audit undertaken to addresses the problem of fuses frequently blowing. Other works mooted are: drainage, driveway improvements, enhancing the playground and landscaping. The committee is keen to host the Alberton Football Netball League grand finals again after losing hosting rights due to the unsuitable condition of the oval. The committee believed it has the responsibility to ensure the oval is in optimal condition for the annual

agricultural show and then the football club, to avoid conflict between the user groups. Equestrian events at the showgrounds often leave the oval in poor condition for footballers. Discussions are taking place with the Foster Golf Club regarding using grey or sewer water to water the recreation reserve to reduce watering costs. The exhibition building needs better flooring and could be more widely used, other than for storage and for events on show day. The University of the Third Age has taken over the show secretary’s office to run computer courses. Regular markets have brought more than $1 million to the town’s three service clubs over 25 years. According to the 2011 Census, Foster had a population of 1677, with an average age of 54. Almost half of residents worked full-time and 41 per cent part-time.

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Be wary of social media THE insurance industry is urging holidaymakers to keep their travel plans off social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter to reduce the risk of burglary over Christmas. Insurance Council of Australia executive director and CEO Rob Whelan says protecting personal information is an essential part of reducing the risk of burglary and car theft during the end of year holidays. “These days many of us feel comfortable sharing personal information with friends and colleagues, but not everyone using social media has a positive motive,” Mr Whelan says. “It does not take much homework for a thief to connect information about you and work out when your house might be empty or your car unattended. “When you put your plans on social media it’s like sticking a note on your front door saying ‘No one is home – help yourself’. “The Insurance Council recommends holidaymakers keep their travel plans to a need-to-know basis, and avoid posting holiday pictures to websites and social media until they return.” Mr Whelan says an empty property is an invitation to burglars, and holidaymakers can take other steps to reduce the risk of burglary and theft over the holidays.

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Tarwin hub eyes facelift By Brad Lester TARWIN Lower Recreation Reserve president Jenny O’Sullivan has a vision for the hub of the community.

Opportunities there: the Tarwin Lower Recreation Reserve has so many possibilities, said president Jenny O’Sullivan.

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She presented the reserve master plan to South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday, including a raft of improvements to make the great reserve greater. “The reserve is just about used every night of the week,” Ms O’Sullivan said. Priorities for the reserve are: • updating signs about the reserve’s user groups; • erecting new entrance gates; • creating a link or

walkway between the reserve and town to improve safety; • upgrading maintenance equipment; • installing better lighting at the netball courts; • enhancing the pony club kitchen; • replacing fencing; and • revamping public toilets. Ms O’Sullivan said the existing public toilets were “disgusting” and without disabled access. “I do feel that is a big need at the recreation reserve,” she said, adding

the presence of showers would enable campers to stay there. The reserve is used by the Tarwin Lower Football and Netball Club, the Tarwin Lower Bowls Club and the Tarwin Lower Pony Club. The football and netball clubs serve 100 meals on a Thursday night during the season, and the two groups have 250 members. The bowls club has 75 members on its books and the pony club is one of the oldest pony clubs in the shire.

Mayor’s message Cr Jim Fawcett AT THIS time of the year, the pressure of Christmas preparations is building and palpable - shopping for food and presents, planning getaways and accommodating family and visitors. Exciting? Stressful? Both? Like life in general, I guess it’s how each individual tackles it. While online shopping has its attractions, make an effort to shop locally where possible. The retail industry generally is struggling in the current economic climate and if local shops close, it is hardly an incentive for another operator to come to town and set up another business that offers those services. And so we all lose. Local shops of course need to be competitive and can make our patronage worthwhile with their local knowledge and superior ‘on the spot’ service. Yes, they have to earn it, but give them a go. They have children in our schools, they’re members of our sports and service clubs –they’re part of the fabric of our communities. Council’s economic development team is currently implementing a $20,000 StreetLife grant in Leongatha, one of 10 identical projects across Victoria being funded by the State Government. Officers have just undertaken a retailer survey and are conducting a consumer survey to identify changing spending patterns. Funding from the Gardener Foundation is also assisting eight communities in the Tarwin Valley to better brand and market their area and services. Business workshops that address resilience, online strategies and marketing for growth have been held this year and will run again early in the New Year in partnership with Milpara House and Community College Gippsland. Council produces a regular electronic business newsletter that will keep businesses in touch with these opportunities, so if you aren’t receiving this, call Renae on 5662 9271 with your email address. It is important to join your local Chamber of Commerce to provide a united voice for both support and promotion. Council can make a difference in many areas but it is the drive of collective traders that makes the biggest difference. Anyone who attended the mid-year Meeniyan on Fire Festival, for example, would attest to the synergy and buzz that happens when traders unite behind a common cause. While you’re shopping, think about how much packaging you are bringing into the home.Our garbage increases significantly over the Christmas break and domestic waste shoved into overflowing street bins is both unsightly, unhygienic, unacceptable and subject to stiff penalties. A little forethought can make a difference to the accumulated bulk – crushing cans and plastic bottles, using paper on the garden, composting and choosing products with minimal packaging. Be responsible with any excess that won’t fit in your bins and take it to a transfer station. If you’re not sure what goes where, ask your kids! They’re well informed and our website can guide you with information. Loads of recycling at the transfer stations can be spoiled by simply placing an item or two in the wrong bin. Holiday arrangements for waste collections and transfer station hours are outlined in the Noticeboard advertisement in this paper and are detailed on our website as well. The free disposal of green waste moratorium at transfer stations ends on December 31, so it’s time to get cracking to minimise the fire risk around your property. There are some restrictions on the disposal of noxious weeds under this moratorium, the list of which is on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au. While on the subject of holidays, many of you will be tackling DIY jobs around the home over the break and I encourage you to check with council’s planning team now to see if a permit is required for your proposed work. A reminder too that many old buildings contain asbestos which requires specific safeguards for its removal and disposal. The State Government has just released an asbestos web portal at www.asbestos.vic.gov.au which will guide you on the appropriate and safe method of handling this dangerous material. Council will remain open on business days throughout the Christmas period so we can respond appropriately to meet community needs and maintain services for you. Cr Jim Fawcett, mayor.

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Year 12: award winners including winner of the St Cecilia Music Medallion, Tinotendo “Tino” Nyamunduru (second from right).

GIS winners: Gippsland Independent Schools award recipients Ebony Sartori, Madie Wright, Holly Monaghan and Janie Gordon.

MacKillop achievers held high STUDENT achievements were recognised at an awards presentation ceremony at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College, Leongatha last Tuesday, December 10 after the final mass for the year. The awards recognised academic excellence, out-

standing personal qualities and commitment to the Catholic faith. However, principal Michael Delaney said the awards were “only the tip of the iceberg” and many students had made wonderful contributions to the school throughout the year. School captains Stacey Fourie and Joshua Brown spoke at the event, along with vice captains Nicholas

Gartland and Kasey Cashin. Ms Cashin recognised the worry and uncertainty many students feel about their futures and counselled others not to rush to any decision. “A purpose is not something you create,” she said. “A purpose is something you discover.” Sister Lynette of the Josephite Sisters, who has been stationed at Mary MacKillop

2013 duxes: David McAlpine, Year 10, Belinda Denbrok, Year 7, Matilda McNeil, Year 9, Sara Riseley, Year 8 and Sarah Lindsay, Year 11.

Christmas celebration: Susan Crouch, Judy Davis, Trevor Davis, George Evans and Brian Thomas gather at Mountain View Village for a quiet Christmas party.

Mountain View celebrates stage two By Tayla Kershaw MOUNTAIN View Village welcomed all guests to a Christmas party celebration on Thursday. Clients, both present and future, were invited to join in on the festivities and experience the living environment. The village was also opened to the public, as it is six days a week. The Christmas party gave a relaxed atmosphere supported by Korumburra band Beggs 2 Differ and has created interest toward the villas. Clients were impressed by the fantastic view and amenities such as the indoor heated swimming pool and the bowling green. The interest is fresher still due to the implementation of stage two. With stage one completed, Mountain View Village is on to stage two and looking to capitalise on opportunities for residents.

Stage two involves building seven new villas, a task that is booming as they are ahead of schedule. Once stage two is completed there will be 45 villas available and the opportunity to house 70 to 80 people. Currently, there are 12 residents enjoying the beautiful atmosphere with the latest of which moving in last weekend. Clients are appearing from all over including Mornington, Bendigo and local and regional areas. The villas are still at frame stage so it is the opportune time for clients to come through and personalise their living space. Amongst the Christmas cheer, guests were encouraged to come along and assess the lifestyle centre. Mountain View staff are always more than happy to discuss financial options and the use of the facilities. The village will remain open during the summer with the exception of major holidays so clients may come and have a look around at any time.

College, was farewelled with a bouquet of flowers. She has enjoyed her time at the school but is being transferred from Wonthaggi parish to Tasmania. Sister Lynette said the school lives out Mary MacKillop’s own “compassion, her sense of justice, her inclusiveness and her love for all.” She was sent off with heartfelt applause. Christian leadership awards were given to 22 students who showed personal qualities such as the strength of character to do what is right and willingness to help. Conscientious effort awards, given for consistent hard work and a conscious effort to improve results, went to 40 students, including the Star’s own Aidan Walker, who works casually in the newspaper office and is completing Year 10. Academic awards, which

recognise academic excellence and outstanding results in particular subjects, were granted to students from each year level. The duxes were Belinda Denbrok, Year 7; Sara Riseley, Year 8; Matilda McNeil, Year 9; David McAlpine, Year 10; and Sarah Lindsay, Year 11. The Year 12 dux will be presented at the start of 2014. The Year 12 academic awards went to Karen Gervasi for Religion and Society, Biology and Physical Education; Bridget Argento for Texts and Traditions and Mathematic Methods; Madeline McGarvey for Religion and Society, English and Visual Communication and Design; Kasey Cashin for Business Management, Geography and History; Adam Smith for Business Management, Health and Human Development; Reuben Frith for Chemistry

and Physics; Josie Caile for Product Design and Technology; Cassandra Marotta for Further Mathematics; and Louis Brailsford for Legal Studies. The Catholic Education Office award for the top student studying Religion and Society Unit 1 went to Sarah Lindsay. The St Cecilia Music Medallion was awarded to Tinotenda “Tino” Nyamunduru. The RSL also generously provided three awards to encourage students who were making a good effort. Those went to Catherine Williams, Year 7; Sophie Graley, Year 8; and Chloe Macri, Year 9. Lachlan Cope received the South Gippsland Local Learning and Employment Award for both VCAL and VET. Another recipient of multiple awards was Year 10 student David McAlpine,

who showed outstanding involvement in co-curricular and extracurricular activities, as well as academic excellence. Mr McAlpine won the Year 10 academic awards for Religious Education, General Science, Science – Physical Chemical World and English. School staff described Mr McAlpine as “friendly, mature, industrious and energetic”. Mr McAlpine was awarded the school’s most prestigious awards, the Peter Noonan Memorial Award, which recognises a Year 10 student who has achieved his or her best academically, who has been a role model to their peers and who shows respect to the entire Mary MacKillop College community. It is given in memory of Peter Noonan, a teacher who died while working at the college in 1992.

Achievements celebrated A FUNCTION was held at the MDU Cricket Club rooms last Tuesday night for those involved in the Lower Tarwin Valley Strengthening Small Dairy Communities project. The event was held to celebrate the project and all of the great achievements during its three years. South Gippsland Shire Council community strengthening support officer Sophie Dixon said the Lower Tarwin Valley Project project began in December 2010 as a pilot project for the Strengthening Small Dairy Communities program initiated by the Gardiner Foundation. “The project has been developed as a partnership between the Gardiner Foundation and the South Gippsland Shire Council,”

she said. “The program was aimed at the Lower Tarwin Valley district of eight communities including Meeniyan, Stony Creek, Dumbalk, Venus Bay, Buffalo, Fish Creek, Koonwarra and Tarwin Lower and the related rural communities. “The goals of the project were to support small, rural, dairying communities to build capacity and increase community resilience through skills development, training, and community planning and to establish links between community organisations, dairy producers/industry, service and government agencies.” Organisations that have received funding include: • Venus Bay/Tarwin Lower Men’s Shed; • Riverside Villas Retirement Village; • Meeniyan Recreation Reserve;

• Meeniyan Dumbalk United Cricket Club; • Venus Bay Community Centre; • Meeniyan Mechanics Institute; • Grants Only Group; • Prom Coast Film Society; • Dumbalk and District Progress Association; • Meeniyan Pre-School; • Meeniyan Art Gallery; • Meeniyan Golf Club; • Fish Creek Bowls Club; • MDU Football Netball Club; • Tarwin Lower and District Primary School; • Fish Creek Football Netball Club; • Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute; and • Tarwin Lower and District Community Health. District projects: • Lower Tarwin Valley

historic markers; • Lower Tarwin Valley drive – glovebox map; • Lower Tarwin Valley prospectus; and • Lower Tarwin Valley station sites. Community plans: • Meeniyan/Stony Creek; • Fish Creek/Buffalo; • Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay; • Dumbalk; and • Koonwarra Big Ideas. Ms Dixon said work will continue on the district projects, with all the communities working together to make sure they are representative of the entire region. “The District Advisory Network will be supported by council with two network meetings scheduled for 2014, and the contacts and networks built through the project should continue to grow,” she said.

Grants gathered: Don and Dot Kennedy from Tarwin Lower and District Community Health, deputy mayor Cr Jeanette Harding, Wendy and Doug Don from Grants Only Group and Gail Young from the Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute at the celebration last Tuesday.

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Senior School: award winners, from left, vice principal Jason Scott, principal Gea Lovell, Eliza Neal, Nicholas Tran, Alyse Brusamarello, Morgan Roney, and front, Zoe Bee.

Year 3-6: award winners, back, from left, Macy Lugt-Cole, Verena Bastwrous, Sambell House captains Finn Homer and Thomas Simpson, Ella White, Shae White. Front, from left, Flynn McMahon, Harry Jobe, Declan Chisholm, Chelsea Webber, Coco Hosken, Callum Chisholm, Luke Ward, Ben Beischer.

Newhaven awards excellence THE Newhaven College community gathered to celebrate the school year at three recent presentation events. A variety of awards were presented to students from Prep through to Year 11 to recognise outstanding achievements in academic excellence, leadership, music, sport, values, public speaking and debating, drama, and design and visual arts. At the Senior School evening, chair of the Newhaven College board of directors Antoinette Mitchell presented the Chair’s Prize to the Dux of Year 11, Nicholas Tran. Dux of Year 10 was Morgan Roney, Year 9 was Zoe Bee, Year 8 was Alyse Brusamarello and Year 7 was Eliza Neal. Luke Anstey and Morgan Roney were also selected from students

throughout the state as recipients of the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program designed to support high achieving Victorian students. Every Junior School student had their moment on stage when they received their graduation certificates and their class groups were presented to the audience. At the Prep to Year 2 afternoon, special Values Awards were presented to “a student at each year level who has made an outstanding effort to uphold the school values; respect, responsibility, excellence, honesty and empathy.” The Year 2 winner was Oscar Healey, Year 1 was Amelia White and the two Prep class winners were Baylin Townsend and Jacob Liatos. The Kahlilla Blyss Award was presented in memory of much loved Prep student, Kahlilla Donohue to “a Prep student who demonstrates creative and

imaginative thinking”, and the smiling young winner was Lily Debono. At the Year 3-6 evening ceremony, Newhaven College principal Gea Lovell presented the Principal’s Prize to Macy Lugt-Cole, the Head of Junior School’s Award was presented to Ella White by Mrs Helen Andrews, and Declan Chisholm was the winner of the Louise Ward Prize. The Academic Award winners at each year level were: Year 3, Coco Hosken and Chelsea Webber; Year 4, Harry Jobe and Callum Chisholm; Year 5, Shea White and Flynn McMahon; and Year 6, Ben Beischer, Verena Bastwrous, Luke Ward and Ella White. Sambell House was awarded the Junior School House Cup for 2013, making it a double victory for Sambell this year as they also took home the Senior School House Cup.

Prep to 2: award winners, from left, Lily Debono, Jacob Liatos, Amelia White, Oscar Healey and Baylin Townsend with acting head of junior school, Helen Andrews.

Wonthaggi students make transition By Tayla Kershaw PREP and Year 7 students of 2014 state wide made the leap into their new schools on Tuesday. The orientation is designed to make the transition to a new school easier

and less confronting, giving a positive start for the year to come. Thirty-eight new Preps will be joining Wonthaggi North next year and all participated in the pre-prep program. The pre-prep program is a 10 week induction into the school where the teachers get to know the children

and eases them into learning literacy and numeracy. The teachers assess what the children have come to school with and what can be improved during the year. “This is the third year it has been running and we see huge benefits,” Prep teacher Kristy Geyer said. Primary schools includ-

Cute shopper: little Ruby Both was looking to find her dad a new shirt during the sale at Panthers Mensland, Leongatha, on Thursday. Store proprietor David Panther said it was a great success and there was good support for the sale from other businesses in the town. “It is amazing what you can get in town. It is certainly a place you can do all of your Christmas shopping,” he said.

ing Wonthaggi North and Wonthaggi St Joseph’s also run the Better Buddies program. Prep students are paired with a senior student to help them adjust to new rules, help them if they are lost and breakdown any bullying barriers. “The children feel very settled,” St Joseph’s prep teacher Diane Gin said. Wonthaggi Primary School conducts a Leap into Learning Program to help increase the confidence of their new preps. This is the first year the school has trialled the program and has seen success. Leap into Learning dedicates three sessions a week for kinder kids to go to school for two and a

half hours to get used to the teachers and buildings. At Wonthaggi Secondary College’s South Dudley Campus, 229 new students attended the Year7 orientation. Grade 6 students from several different primary schools met their new class mates, got to know their home group teacher and learnt how a high school functions. “The focus is on fun and friendship,” Wonthaggi Secondary College principal Ross Bramley said. “We want to make the kids feel more confident.” This was a student free day for current Wonthaggi Secondary College students to decrease the anxiety of the new students.

Next step: Peer support leaders Millie McPhee (back, far left) and Brad Fowler (back, far right) help new students (back) Mikaylah Johns, Sophie Chapman, Ava Scapin, Tia Ware, (front) Jye Gilmour, Taj Sleeman, Seth Williams and Taaj Purdey ease into high school.

Great sale: Judy Stone from Influence on Dusk, Leongatha, was pleased with the result of the sale last Thursday held in conjunction with Panthers Mensland. The sale ran until 8pm and customers took advantage of the late night shopping.

New preps: the new students of St Joseph’s Primary School hold up their cat masks.

New friends: Kiara and Ruby were paired in Wonthaggi North’s Better Buddies Program.

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room, sitting room or large home office or gym. The home also offers two bathrooms, one with large spa and additional sitting room at the rear of the home with direct access to the covered entertaining area and back garden. Insulated ceiling, walls, solar hot water and a three

kilowatt solar power system are favorable features offering environmental and cost effective bonuses. Other features include two Daikin split systems, SFH, exter-

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nal awnings, three phase power, fully fenced yard, new colourbond roof and rewiring. Located on a 1200m2 block, the front garden posi-

tioned behind a large hedge and landscaped gardens offers a private patio and lawns area. At the rear there are vegetable garden beds, fruit trees and a large 11m

x 9m shed with mezzanine, toilet, wood heater and the attached double carport perfectly finishing this property, making it a spacious, ideal family home.

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This well built family home features open plan living, separate lounge & formal dining, R/C & ducted vacuum, full ensuite with WIR. Undercover entertaining area, 2 large sheds, 9 paddocks with troughs, extensive shelter belts, stockyards, fruit trees & much more. One of the best.

Heavy carrying blue gum country, 5 yr planning permit to build a dwelling with outstanding views. 13 paddocks with 90% tractorable. 5 dams with a mega litre water licence, hayshed plus excellent pasture renovation with a strong fertilizer history. Leased by adjacent dairy farmer.

Beautifully presented Edwardian home with new roof & neat paintwork inside & out. Baltic pine boards throughout & a large lounge with SFH & R/C, kitchen/dining with timber doors giving the home a real country feel. Lock up shed, rear lane access, & 400m to the main street.

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120 Mitchells Road, Leongatha Run out of boxes to tick Redbank Homestead offers yesteryears charm blended with tasteful renovations to suit modern living. Situated on approx. 11 acres with spectacular views, only a few minutes from Leongatha. Boasting 5 bdrms plus a study, 3 bthrms, 2 living areas. 3 bay shed, stockyards plus much more.

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Terms 10% deposit balance on possession 30 days

Charming period home with great self contained bungalow. 3 bedrooms en suite to main. Beautiful big rooms, high ceilings, charming leadlight features. Attractive upgrades include new kitchen ,bathroom, en suite, gas log fire,s/s air con, new floor coverings and fresh paint. Sun filled office or sitting room overlooking a cottage garden. Well located in this ever popular street- walk to the shops.

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Immaculate home set on 1880m2 block with established gardens& bitumen driveway. 4 bdrms + a study & pitched, high ceilings. The formal living area boasts a SFH, RC/AC & an adjacent dining area with BI bar. Covered outdoor area & large rumpus room. Double garage & 2 carports.

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35 Brumley Street Leongatha Family home with great location

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Spacious home with updated kitchen, 2 large living areas, modern bathroom with spa bath, updated window furnishing & floor coverings, nat. gas heating & hot water. Secure yard, bungalow/games room & outdoor entertaining area.

$315,000

sold

Large level allotment with wide frontage. Underground services, heritage lighting and feature paving. 7 quality allotments with views and northern aspects. Terms: $1000 on signing with balance of 5% deposit to be paid on the contract becoming unconditional. Settlement 14 days after the registration of titles.

Large BV home in excellent condition on massive 2384m2 block with dual access off Bent Street & Latta Lane. Two living areas, under-house workshop & games room, R/C air on, outdoor entertainment area plus 2 sheds. Subdivision potential STCA.

$450,000 Sole agent

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405 Foster Road, Mirboo North Country delight

Renovated inside & out with gleaming polished boards & neutral toning, each room is light & bright. Gas cook top, elec oven & dishwasher. The open plan living area is heated & cooled by a R/C A/C. Externally there's a new roof & guttering & an extensive new concrete drive.

Renovated 3 BR home on 4 acres with glorious views. Renovated with new kitchen, lounge with SFH, updated bathroom & 2 living areas. Rewired & colourbond roof a few years ago. 3 Paddocks, chook pen & lock up shed. The hard works done.

Renovated home on 1400m2 block with rear lane access. Open plan kitchen / dining, sep lounge, elevated front decking with great views. Ample space for a shed & more.

97 Acres with renovated 2 story home. Extensive shedding - 3 bay machinery shed with shearing platform /holding yards, 4 dams, converted dairy, stockyards, loading race, hayshed, 15 ac blue gum plantation, 40x20m riding arena & stables.

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Circle this for value MINIMAL maintenance, a quiet street location, solidly built, spacious and close proximity to all local schools are just a few of the advantages this quality family home has to offer. Set on the high side of the street, the front formal lounge and main bedroom with en suite face north and look out over colourful cottage gardens and town views. A solid fuel heater, complete with mantelpiece and wood storage space, are a centrepiece of the formal lounge. On the next level, the lounge section of

the kitchen/meals/family room is cleverly tucked away near an impressive stairwell. Concealed behind large cupboard doors, a small hidden study area can be found. The adjoining meals and kitchen are central to both ends of this practical layout. The timber kitchen, with plenty of storage, includes a two drawer dishwasher and good sized breakfast bar. A separate formal dining room enjoys the same leafy rear garden views as the kitchen, and has direct access to the veranda/outdoor entertaining area. The back section of the house contains bedrooms two and three, a family bathroom and laundry. Upstairs a huge timber-lined room, approximately nine by four metres, is

big enough to be used as a rumpus room, fourth bedroom or private separate accommodation for family or guests. The courtyard style, private back garden with level lawn and surrounded by established garden beds and trees, is low maintenance. Blue Stone edging and extensive paving on the front driveway and turning space for extra caravan or vehicle parking finish this property off nicely. There is provision for trailer storage in the back yard through the side carport with lockable front door. Inspect to discover the value for money this low maintenance property has to offer.

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Charming home with extensive renovations YOU must see inside this home to appreciate the quality extension and full renovation this home offers. With five bedrooms (or four plus a study) and two living rooms, this is a genuine family home. The open plan family room and kitchen is the heart of this home. It is designed to enable the family to interact in a beautiful modern area with a stunning kitchen

featuring a massive stone bench that family and friends can sit around. The home also offers a master bedroom with walk through robe and large ensuite with spa, second bathroom, separate toilet in the laundry, two reverse cycle A/C, two open fire places, formal lounge, large undercover deck, solar power, double garage, secure rear yard and more, all within walking distance to the shops. Call today to arrange an inspection.

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Portrait time ENTRY forms are now available for the 9th annual Great Southern Portrait Prize 2014, presented by Prom Coast Arts Council Inc. The subject of the portrait must be a Gippsland resident, based on a live sitting and completed within last 12 months. One entry per artist will be accepted and fees are $10 for the open section, $2 under 16. Prizes include open section, first prize, $1000; second prize, $500 and People’s Choice award $500. In the junior section, first prize, is $100 and People’s Choice award $100. Forms and fees are due by April 9.

The exhibition will be held at the Stockyard Gallery, April 17 - May 12. Entry forms can be downloaded from www.promcoastarts.com.au or phone Anda Banikos on 5687 1206 or drop into Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Road, Fish Creek 5683 2481, Thursday to Monday, 10–5pm, seven days mid December to end of January. Alternatively, collect an entry form from all local visitor information centres and from various other outlets such as cafes. Prom Coast Arts Council acknowledges support from South Gippsland Shire Council, local sponsors and major sponsor, Fish Creek Jaycees.

Register your burn-off WITH summer now here and in the lead up to Christmas, CFA volunteers across Gippsland experience a spate of call-outs they shouldn’t need to attend. Imagine the frustration for these volunteers, and imagine the embarrassment for the land owner when fire trucks arrive in their driveway expecting an emergency when all this can be avoided with a simple and free phone call. CFA Gippsland is urging the community to be prepared for this summer and to clean up around their properties. They are also pleading with the community to register burn-offs.

“We are seeking that everyone who intends to burn off calls the Burn-off Notification Line on 1800 668 511,” said CFA Gippsland’s manager community safety, John Crane. “It is important landowners are aware of their responsibilities before they burn off. It’s quick and easy to do the right thing”. 1. contact your local council to ensure you comply with all local laws. 2. register your burn-off with CFA by calling 1800 668 511; and 3. stay safe, inform your neighbours, make sure you are well prepared and can control your burn-off. Make sure your burn-off is 100 per cent out.

Magical time: the choir performs during last year’s Inverloch Community Carols.

Sing carols tonight INVERLOCH will again be filled with the sound of Christmas carols as the community comes together around this most important date of the year to remember the birth of Jesus and share Christmas cheer. The Inverloch Community Carols will be held at the community hub at 7.30pm tonight (Tuesday, December 17). This community event is sponsored by the Bass Coast Shire Council and local businesses, and is organised by the churches of Inverloch with help from local community groups and schools. Comperes this year will be Jeff Robertson and Annie Nauta. Annie is new to the carols and will also sing a few numbers. The band will provide the music and comprises local blues musician Greg Jones on guitar, Tonya Hackett on violin and

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Takwai Mak on trumpet. Letitia Condron and husband Adrian also bring their considerable musical skills on keyboard and drums. Lorna White will direct the U3A choir which will give strength to our voices as we sing together many of the wellloved Christmas carols such as O Come All Ye Faithful, While Shepherds Watched their Flocks and Silent Night. There will also be some Aussie versions, such as Dashing Through the Bush in a Rusty Holden Ute and some other more recent Christmas carols. One of the features of this year’s carols will be the items brought to us by the students of the Inverloch/Kongwak Primary School, who have been practicing very hard. Come along with all the family for a fabulous night out at the Inverloch Community Carols and get into the spirit of the season. The program gets underway at 7.30pm and finishes about 9pm.

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RESIDENTS of Prom Country Aged Care have now moved into the new $11.7 million facility in Foster, with the last resident

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to 60 residents. PCAC chief executive officer Rhett McLennan said the building of the new state-of-the-art aged care facility began in September 2012. “The building, designed by architects ClarkeHopkinsClarke, is single storey and comprises three 20-bed modules (60 beds in total),” he said. “Each room has its own en suite, internet and telephone ports and will be equipped to take overhead tracking for lifting should it be required.” Mr McLennan said the aim of the facility is to allow the residents to age in place, meaning they should be able to remain in their own rooms, regardless of changes to their care needs. “A high care wing has also been included to cater for residents with extra high care needs, including advanced dementia should the need arise,” he said. “Each 20-bed module has its own internal courtyard with a special feature, such as an aviary, gazebo or fountain.

Love it: residents Una Camac (left) and Betty Gilligan with lifestyle and leisure staff Brenda Thompson and Anne Randall and CEO Rhett McLennan.

Thank You To the Committee members, management and consultants who had the vision and drive to gain the funding for Prom Country House four years ago. The Corner Inlet Community and surrounds will be forever appreciative of your efforts.

Thank You To all the staff, committee members, contractors, volunteers and families that have helped us through the planning, construction and moving of our treasured residents. We sincerely thank you for all your support.

Thank You To the members of the community that have donated money towards the construction of Prom Country House. We are indebted to your generosity.

We are still fundraising for our contribution towards the total cost of the building. If you wish to donate or purchase a monogrammed paver, please contact:

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Prom Country House NOW OPEN

is up and running

Glam facility: resident Shirley Ensinger and hairdresser Maxine Symmons in the new hair salon which is part of Prom Country House in Foster.

tions, so we still need to raise just around $1.9 million to fund the shortfall,” he said. “Prom View Lodge in Toora will be auctioned on Friday, January 17 at 1.30pm. If it sells, money made from the sale will contribute towards the funding shortfall. “There has been a good amount of interest in Prom View Lodge from the health industry, as well as the hospitality and tourism industry and investment interest. “It will be interesting to see who turns up on the day.” Banksia Lodge, the former Foster facility, will be used as accommodation for medical students, registrars and on-call doctors. “The hospital will also utilise it as additional space for group activities run through the community health centre,” Mr McLennan said. A grand opening will be held at the facility and while the date is yet to be confirmed it is likely to be held in late February or early March.

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“Special lifestyle features of the new facility include flexible recreational areas, incorporating the cinema/family dining room, reflection/library room, coffee lounge and bar, doctor’s consulting room and hairdressing room.” Mr McLennan said as the new facility was a lot bigger than staff and residents are used to, it will take everybody a while to get an understanding of where they are going. “It is new and different, but everyone is being very positive and flexible,” he said. Equipment that was still useable and in working order has been transferred to the new building, with the excess equipment and furniture set to be sold at a clearance sale in early 2014. Mr McLennan said the new facility was funded with $9 million from the State Government, with the remaining $2.707 million being raised by PCAC. “So far we have raised $815,000 through dona-

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Helpful staff: Rosie Hobbs, Sam Anderson, Luke Minns, Jaiden Riddell, Kevin Darcy and owner Krystal Darcy staff Darcy’s Cafe and Wine Bar.

Darcy’s caters for all DARCY’S Cafe and Wine Bar in Leongatha has a new, expanded menu. To celebrate its first six months in business, Darcy’s has expanded the

range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free items on its menu and introduced Sunday night dinners. Owner Krystal Darcy says she has had a good first six months in business and Darcy’s is

busy hosting Christmas functions. She is pleased to be able to offer her customers more food choices. Some of the vegetarian options include roast pumpkin and pesto penne,

vegan chickpea and vegetable korma curry and vegetable burgers. The gluten free options cover grilled fish with deep fried chips, a steak sandwich and avocado chicken.

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There are also kids’ meals on offer and the all day tapas menu has been expanded. Seniors get a 10 per cent discount on meals and they can purchase coffee in a cup for $3 or a mug for $3.50. Friday nights feature happy hour from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, and on Saturday nights, Darcy’s hosts

live music. On “el cheapo Tuesday”, selected meals come with a glass of wine or beer and cost $20. On “parma Thursday”, parmigianas are $18 and come in four kinds (traditional, Hawaiian, Mexican and BBQ meat lovers). Christmas Eve will see live music from excellent acoustic guitarist

Eric Collier and an all day happy hour. The opening hours on Sunday are now 10am to 9pm; Tuesday to Saturday Darcy’s is open 10am until late. Darcy’s is available for functions and group bookings and is located at 7–18 Smith St, Leongatha. Telephone 5662 0066.

Carols time CAROLS at the Creek is held this Friday, December 20 from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Experience a wonderful night full of magic and music. Entry is by gold coin donation at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra. Local magician Lochlan Wild will create a magical evening starting at 6.30pm with a magic show that will entertain and enchant the young and young at heart. The grassed area beside the lake and rotunda is a perfect location for families to listen to Christmas music starting at

7.30pm in the relaxed atmosphere. Bring a picnic basket or purchase from the cafe’s barbecue, or have your photo taken with Santa. A special thanks as always to the amazing Coal Creek volunteers, the South Gippsland Wind Orchestra and to Brett Van Horn for setting the mood with sound and lighting. Merry Christmas from all the staff and volunteers at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum and we look forward to a very busy 2014 and seeing everyone at the park.

December 31 - 6pm to 1am Come along and celebrate the New Year in style with yet another night of delicious food and great harmonies from the popular duo 'Beggs2differ'. Enjoy a complimentary beer, wine or champagne on arrival & champagne at midnight. Don't forget we also have great views of the towns' fireworks from our private balcony that cannot be missed! $100 per head. Please R.S.V.P. by December 20, functions@invyespy.com.au or call (03) 5674-1432.

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Life’s a Beach tour on way KINGSWOOD and Calling All Cars are stoked to announce the Life’s a Beach tour 2014, rolling into a salty destination near you soon.

Kingswood: the headline act coming to the Tarwin Social Club on Saturday, December 28.

Soul time

The bands will perform at the Tarwin Social Club, Tarwin Lower on Saturday, December 28. Once Christmas is over, the days are long and the evenings balmy. Throw in two of Australia’s hottest rock’n’ roll bands in the best beachy beer barns our wide flat brown land has to offer and you have a long, loud hot summer night to remember. Excited to be home after a stint in the US, Kingswood head straight back on the road with new single Sucker Punch in hand. Since flying in from a studio in Nashville, the gritty indie rock four piece from Melbourne, King-

swood has been finishing off its long awaited debut LP. Recorded in Nashville with esteemed producer Vance Powell (Jack White, Arctic Monkeys, Kings of Leon) the album is set for release in early 2014. This will be your last chance to see Kingswood in smaller, louder venues before it heads out on the national Big Day Out tour through January and February. The year 2013 has seen Kingswood release single Ohio to critical acclaim along with the Change of Heart Deluxe EP, debuting at number three on the AIR 100 per cent album chart it sat in the top 20 for 26 weeks. Not to mention touring with Oz rock legends Grinspoon, and supporting international heavy weights Aerosmith. Calling all Cars has just launched the video

clip for its latest single Werewolves. The track has exploded on radio, sitting amongst the most played tracks on triple j throughout October. Produced by Steve Schram (Little Birdy, The Vasco Era, Eagle and The Worm) and Tom Larkin (Bodyjar, Shihad), the track was also mixed by the Grammy-award winning Tchad Blake (Pearl Jam, The Black Keys and Peter Gabriel). The first taste of the yet to be named third album from Calling all Cars, Werewolves is out now via Cooking Vinyl Australia, with the album set for a 2014 release. Tickets are now on sale from www.123agency.oztix.com.au Enquiries related to the gig can be directed to Jonathon McMicking at info@jmcentertainment. com.au or call 0438 079 181.

KINGSWOOD & CALLING ALL CARS Playing at the

Tarwin Social Club Walkerville Road, Tarwin Lower Tickets on sale from www.123agency.oztix.com.au $20 per sale or $25 at the door (If there is any left!)

Enquiries to Eddie McMicking TAR1700008

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MOSSVALE Park will host the 2014 Summer of Soul music event on Saturday, January 4, 2014. Music kicks off at 3pm with Melbourne bands Pony Face and Hiatus Kaiyote. The the fuzzy guitars, roomy drums and pounding bass lines of indie rock psychedelic band Pony Face will start the day. Independent future soul group Hiatus Kaiyote will then seduce you and get you started on the day’s soul journey. The Bombay Royale is a Melbourne band dedicated to honouring and reviving the funky, bizarre and mysterious music of vintage Indian cinema. Their riotously colourful live show is a visual feast, a masala perhaps, with duelling male and female singers of Indian background in traditional dress, a finger-snapping band leader in full ship’s-captain regalia, a blasting horn section and band members sporting Zorro bandit masks. After three years in the wilderness, Melbourne cult heroes The Basics announce their return to the stage. The full impact of the glory that is soul music will then hit the stage: first with Australia’s own Clairy Browne and the Bangin’ Rackettes and then with American soul hero, Lee Fields and his band the Expressions. Fierce leading lady Clairy Browne and her harmonizing girl group, the Bangin’ Rackettes, have been tearing down the house at venues all over the country. There aren’t too many artists making soul music today who had a release in 1969; Lee Fields, however, is one such artist—or maybe he’s better labelled a phenomenon. With a catalogue that ranges from James Brown-style funk to lo-fi blues to contemporary Southern soul to collaborations with French house DJ/producer Martin Solveig, Lee Fields has done it all. For full details go to: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com. au .Tickets on sale through Oztix and local South Gippsland outlets. Mossvale Park Summer of Soul is on January 4, 2014. To find out more, contact Lyrebird Arts Council’s Suzanne or Ian on 5664 9239 or 0427 060 219.

Melbourne based: The Basics will among the star studded line-up of the 2014 Summer of Soul at Mossvale Park.

Inverloch Community Carols

Basketry by Margaret Balfe, Pat Dale, Judy O' Sullivan, Liz Mc Donald, Lesley Hall and Sue Dilley.

H LEE FIELDS H & THE EXPRESSIONS H CLAIRY BROWNE H & THE BAGIN' RACKETTES H THE BASICS H H THE BOMBAY ROYALE H H HIATUS KAIYOTE H H PONY FACE H

December 27 to January 23

H Tickets available via Oztix H

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‘Green Hills and White Beaches’ Photography of South Gippsland by Ken Spence

Opening Dec 29, 2pm to 4pm

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MEENIYAN ART GALLERY 84 Whitelaw St., Meeniyan. Phone: 5664 0101 Gallery hours: 10am – 4pm weekdays (closed Tuesdays) Weekends 11am – 5pm Website: www.meeniyanartgallery.org.au

With special presentation from children of the inverloch & Kongwak primary Schools Come along with all the family & sing-a-long with many of our best loved Christmas Carols

‘The Hub’ Community Hall Tuesday Dec 17 at 7.30pm

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Organised by the churches of Inverloch Sponsored by Bass Coast Shire Council

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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.

Country risk takers under microscope NEW Transport Accident Commission research has revealed why some young country drivers habitually take risks on regional roads. The study examined the behaviours and attitudes of 92 country drivers with poor driving histories, including repeat speeding offenders, drink drivers and others who had received a licence suspension or disqualification in the past. Among the key findings was that many speed on country roads because they think they know the roads and irresponsibly drink drive when they feel there is no other way to get home. Risky drivers aged 19 to 35 in three regional municipalities - Cardinia, Mitchell and Golden Plains Shire (taking in part of the Ballarat area) – each took part in two focus groups held six months apart. They were questioned about their driving habits and attitudes towards road safety. TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said the study focussed on regional drivers because vehicle occupants were three times more likely to be killed and 40 per cent more likely to be seriously injured on regional roads than in Melbourne. Ms Dore said the commission regularly conducted research into risky behaviour in order to effectively target public education campaigns and plan road safety programs. “Unfortunately too many country drivers still feel that

they can ignore road safety laws. This research helps the TAC have a better understanding of how we can change these attitudes,” she said. “This research was not about determining the extent of risky driving across the state, it was more about talking to the people who we know take risks and finding out what makes them tick.” In the first round of focus groups, 67 per cent of males stated that within the past six months they had driven over the legal alcohol limit. That figure had decreased to 61 per cent when the second session was held in May this year. Females were significantly less likely to drink drive, with 33 per cent saying they had driven under the influence in the six months before the first focus group, decreasing to 19 per cent by May this year. In the first sessions, 49 per cent of all respondents stated they “speed in 100km/h zones ‘often’”, with 31 per cent saying they did it “occasionally”. By the second focus group speeding had reduced, with 34 per cent doing it often and 53 per cent doing it occasionally. Ms Dore said it was encouraging that the process of discussing the potential consequences of their risky driving during the first round of focus groups had appeared to result in a decrease in risky behaviour by the second round. “It does demonstrate how encouraging people to think about how their actions can cause serious injuries or death can work to curtail

their risk-taking behaviour,” she said. Key findings included: • risky drivers tended to have a high opinion of their own driving skills, with 69 per cent stating they were a better than average driver; • participants generally believed it was the actions of other drivers or road conditions beyond their control that were most likely to cause accidents; • half of the participants said hurting or killing someone else was their biggest concern in relation to drink driving, while 25 per cent most feared being caught by police; and • participants considered using mobile phones while driving as normal driving behaviour. Ms Dore said there was a perception among many regional drivers they could get away with taking risks because there was less traffic or because the police presence is spread over a bigger geographical area. “Regardless of whether people think they are in control, they can’t overcome the physics: the faster you drive, the less time you have to perceive hazards and the more likely you are to be seriously injured or killed in the event of a collision,” Ms Dore said. “With regard to drink driving, it is disturbing to think that people can justify their behaviour by saying that a lack of public transport leaves them no alternative. Surely the obvious alternative for someone who can’t get home without driving would be to refrain from drinking.”

To see the full report compiled by the Social Research Centre, visit: www. tac.vic.gov.au/surveys Targeting unsafe driving in country Victoria through intelligence-led enforcement and targeted education is a key strategy in Victorian Government’s 10-year Road Safety Strategy. Find out more at www. roadsafety.vic.gov.au

Below, Disaster: police are urging young drivers to stay safe behind the wheel this summer to avoid regrettable consequences.

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I know the roads well Running late

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Drug driving

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Driving on suspended licence

Need to get to and from work Public transport not available

Drive without seatbelt

Not in the habit They’re uncomfortable

If you drink or take drugs then drive, if you speed, if you drive unlicensed or an unregistered car, the party’s over.

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Does your property have historical significance? A PROPOSED amendment to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme’s Heritage Overlay has created a brief window of opportunity for local historic buildings and features to be added. “A local ratepayer is paying for their property to be added to the overlay and is happy for others to use the opportunity to list their property or feature, provided there is no delay caused,” explained Phil Stone, South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of development services. “Normally this process would cost a few thousand dollars in amendment fees and consultant reports. “It is completely voluntary and free, but the benefits are very tangible. Formal recognition of your property’s heritage significance can make you

eligible for funding and free advice from Heritage Victoria for maintenance and renovation. “This is an excellent chance for owners who are keen to have the heritage value of their special property acknowledged. Many tourists and locals appreciate enhanced and documented heritage features, so the Heritage Overlay is a path to adding value to a business operated on a heritage property, as well as to the visual attractiveness of a location.” A long term study in Central Victoria has also found evidence the Heritage Overlay delivered quicker sales and better prices than similar properties without the overlay applied. “The Heritage Overlay controls applied by the South Gippsland Planning Scheme are minimal and not onerous, and do not force the property owner to take any action.

However if demolition is proposed, a planning permit is required,” Mr Stone said. You will need to be quick if you want your property included in this amendment. Your request needs to be made to council by Tuesday, January 7 and should include your property address plus your telephone, email and postal contacts. It can be posted to council at Private Bag 4, Leongatha or emailed to fiona.mottram@southgippsland.vic.gov.au so a consent form and draft details can be finalised with you. “It is a generous offer by the current applicant

Looking back: Glenorchy homestead at Jeetho is a historic South Gippsland property. Photo: David Helms, heritage consultant.

Young Farmers back Leongatha playgroup SOUTH Gippsland Young Farmers recently raised $777 for the Leongatha playgroup from a trivia night at the RSL. Playgroup members will use the funds to upgrade their outdoor sandpit area. The night was well attended with plenty of fun alongside a silent auction. Many prizes were donated from the local community. The South Gippsland Young Farmers would like to extend its thanks to local businesses for their support. The next event on the Young Farmers agenda is carting small squares of hay for a local farmer to raise funds for the club to travel to Sydney. The aim is to get as any members as possible to the Sydney Easter show to cheer on the South Gippsland Young Farmers team in the National Young Farmers Challenge. Anyone interested in joining South Gippsland Young Farmers can contact Bron on 0407476368.

Right, Caring, giving: South Gippsland Young Farmers present a cheque to the Leongatha Playgroup. From left: Sally Pate, Andrea Clifford (playgroup), Bronwen Russell and playgroup members.

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Another favourite gift for Christmas is preserved lemon, usually served with Moroccan food, but delicious in all sorts of dishes where piquancy is needed. Try it with chicken or fish. There are several recipes, but this one I have found to be absolutely stunning is following. This recipe creates a jelly-like liquid that I put in the food, and, unlike some recipes that say ‘wash the lemons', or suggest removing the rind, I always use the entire lemon, with excellent results.

Below, Smart cookie: the winning trivia team, from left, Fay and Martin Sullivan, South Gippsland Young Farmers treasurer Meg Sullivan, club president Ross Kemsley, club secretary Bronwen Russell, and Tina and Shayne McConnachie.

ENOUGH SAID (M)

that may see more significant properties in the shire protected and we appreciate his cooperation in this matter,” Mr Stone said. Many buildings and features are cited in the 2004 South Gippsland Heritage Study and you can check if yours is listed by viewing volume 3 of the study at www. southgippsland.vic.gov. au >A-Z index>Heritage Study>Volume 3 Heritage Place and Precinct Citations. If you don’t have internet access, contact council’s strategic planning team on 5662 9200 for the relevant extract to be looked up and/or posted to you.

PRESERVED LEMONS 2 kg lemons ½ cup cooking salt 2 teaspoons turmeric cracked black pepper ½ teaspoon chopped chilli (optional) 1 cup plus of white wine vinegar.

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Freeze the lemons for 24 hours. This helps to soften the flesh. When partly thawed, cut into quarters, discard the pips, but retain the juices. Pack the fruit into wide-mouthed jars (Fowlers are good). Really push the lemons in so there is not much space left for the vinegar and salt. Mix the remaining ingredients well, until the salt is dissolved (or almost). Pour this over the lemons, tapping the jar on the bench to remove as much air as possible. Pour over vinegar to cover the lemons and then seal the jars with a vinegar proof lid. If you are uncertain about this, put some plastic wrap over the jar first, then seal. Leave in a warm place, such as the kitchen bench, for about 6 weeks, shaking the jars gently once a day. Remove to a storeroom/cupboard for a further 6 months, to mature. I suggest you make several jars, to make it worthwhile. These are fabulous gifts, accompanied by a couple of recipes that include preserved lemons, some of which have been featured in this column in past months column.

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Council grants give Korumburra Volleyball Inc: Russell Brown, Wendy Wyhoon, Tom Saario and Adele Prescott accepted $5000 from Cr Bob Newton for the Victorian Country Volleyball Championships.

Mirboo North Arty Gras Sub Committee: Kate Jackson and Denyse Menzies were in a bright and colourful mood after accepting $2500 presented by Cr. Don Hill for the Arty Gras Fine Arts Festival.

Leongatha and District Historical Society: John Hyett accepted $1500 from Cr Jim Fawcett for the Leongatha Historical Society better environment project.

Mirboo North Kindergarten: Fred Couper was given $10000 from Cr Don Hill to go towards bathroom facilities and external access.

Outtrim Reserve Committee Incorporated: Marie Creed was given a grant of $4500 presented by Cr Bob Newton to go towards solar panels for Outtrim Recreation Reserve.

Poowong Basketball Association: Clint Newcombe was given $1400 presented by Cr Andrew McEwen for new combined storage and seating at the Poowong Sports Stadium.

Leading lights: from left, Committee for Gippsland chief executive officer Mary Aldred and Gippsland Community Leadership Program graduates Glenn Kleeven, Paul Carter, Gerard Delaney, Tanya Nolan of Quantum, Daniel Poynton and program manager Barry Rogers at the graduation.

Graduates launched to lead THE class of 2013 has graduated from the Gippsland Community Leadership Program and are ready to hit the ground running after 12 months of intensive leadership development and immersion within Gippsland’s community sectors. Glenn Kleeven and Paul Carter from Leongatha, and Daniel Poynton and Rebecca Wilson from Inverloch were part of a strong South Gippsland contingent in GCLP 2013. Proudly auspiced through the Committee for Gippsland, GCLP was established in 1996 and has producednearly 450 leaders, including Victorian Senator Bridget McKenzie from Leongatha and Victoria Police Commissioner Ken Lay, originally from Korumburra. Committee for Gippsland chairman Harry Rijs said the committee for Gippsland was dedicated to bringing about long-term, sustainable and substantial growth to the Gippsland region through its support of GCLP. “We believe it is not just important but essential we develop a succession of leaders in Gippsland who have great confidence, great knowledge and an affinity with our region which will enable them to carry our region into a successful future,” Mr Rijs said. Committee for Gippsland chief

executive officer Mary Aldred congratulated the class of 2013, noting the diversity of backgrounds, strong skill sets and passion for the region would hold them in good stead. “With 12 months of learning about community leadership, experiencing what makes Gippsland tick, and engaging with some inspiring leaders from around Gippsland and beyond, our graduates can apply their hard earned skills to contributing back into their local communities,” she said. “We had several program days throughout the region, including in Bairnsdale, Mt Baw Baw, Korumburra, NowaNowa, and a visit to Fulham Prison. “The program is designed to give the 25 participants a wide array of Gippsland experiences over 15 program days through the year, from our alpine region, through to our lakes, power stations, agriculture, and community groups.” The program receives sponsorship throughout the year, including from NAB, Gippsport, Gippsland Water, V-Line Passenger, SP Ausnet, and the Gardiner Dairy Foundation. Rebecca Wilson of Inverloch who works for the YMCA Bass Coast, said she saw the GCLP as a process that challenged her thinking, and her goals and plans changed throughout the year as things became clearer and more defined. NAB employee Glenn Kleeven from Leongatha shared a similar

thought, saying “the GCLP has challenged my thought process, whilst learning so much about myself and others.” Mr Kleeven also said the program enabled him to see and appreciate Gippsland in a whole new way. When asked to summarise the program in one word or phrase, Daniel Poynton described it as “thoughtprovoking”, whilst others described it as “challenging”, “rewarding” and “unforgettable”. The 2013 graduation dinner was held in Morwell, and attended by around 150 guests who heard from Dr Don Watson as the keynote speaker. Dr Watson is an award winning author, comedy writer and speech writer to former Prime Minister Paul Keating. Dr Watson spoke about the language of leadership, and in it called for leaders to use clear English in their speech and language, rather than what he saw as an over reliance of ‘management speak’, ‘bullet point talking’ and ‘death by PowerPoint’. Looking ahead to 2014, Mary Aldred said around 35 aspiring leaders had applied for GCLP next year, and 25 successful candidates would be announced shortly. “Coming into GCLP’s 19th year of Growing Gippsland’s Leaders, its inspiring to see the skills and passion each year is investing straight back into their local community, and 2013 is a shining example of that,” she said.

Stockyard Gallery: Jan Bell and Jan Gallacher were presented $3000 by Cr Mohya Davies for the 2014 Life Aquatic small works exhibition and competition.

U3A Prom Coast: Sheila Hill and Neil Shaw were pleased to receive $1500 presented by Cr Mohya Davies to purchase new chairs for meetings and U3A classes.

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permission to spend By Tayla Kershaw SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council held its Community Grants presentation night last week. The grants program is a 10 year tradition that has helped benefit local groups and organisations. This was the second round of grants for the year. Grants amount to about $300,000, with each grant ranging in value between $1000 and $10,000. The small equipment grants have been functioning on a monthly basis for 18 months. “The grants mean heaps to the community. Take the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve for example. It was pretty much dysfunctional but thanks to the community grants it can now attract people from all over,” CEO of the South Gippsland Shire Council Tim Tamlin said. Applications for the next round of grants are now open and will close on March 30, 2014. Grant recipients were: • Corner Inlet Men’s Shed Group received $10,000 for a Corner Inlet Men’s Shed Group permanent facility. • Stockyard Gallery received $3000 for the Life Aquatic 2014 small works art exhibition and competition. • Prom Coast Arts Council received $3000 for the Great Southern Portrait Prize. • 1st Foster Scout Group received $2500 for a kitchen upgrade and interior painting for the Foster Scout Hall. • U3A Prom Coast received $1500 to purchase chairs to be used at meeting and U3A classes as part of the Small Equipment Program. • Toora Football club received $4000 for a new electronic scoreboard. • Welshpool Golf Club Inc received $9400 to update the Welshpool Golf Club grounds. • Friends of Toora Heritage Pear Orchard Inc received $2000 for the 3rd Annual Pear/Pair Party. • Australia Volunteer Coast Guard – Port Welshpool Flotilla received $1500 for the Sea Days Festival. • Tour de Tarwin Committee received $1500 for Tour de Tarwin. • Australian Volunteer Coast Guard received $1000 for seating for the Port Welshpool Coast Guard. • Foster Community Association Inc received $9900 for laneways of Foster as part of the township beautification project. • Venus Bay Community Centre received $5940 for the Venus Bay Community Centre Solar Energy project. • Outtrim Reserve Committee Incorporated received $4500 for solar panels for the Outtrim Recreation Reserve.

• Milpara Community House received $1000 for Milpara Community House Children’s Garden. • Korumburra Volleyball Inc received $5000 for Victorian Country Volleyball Championships. • Kongwak Public Hall Inc received $1500 for installing concrete kerb lintels. • Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak Cricket Club received $10000 for change rooms and toilet facilities at the Outtrim Reserve. • Korumburra Croquet Club received $1200 to purchase a new stove for the clubhouse. • Arawata Community Hall Association received $4000 for Arawata Community Hall exterior painting. • Poowong Swimming Pool Advisory Committee received $3375 for the Poowong Swimming Pool 50th Anniversary. • Loch-Nyora Pony Club received $1000 for a show jump safety breakaway system as part of the small equipment program. • Poowong Amateur Basketball Association received $1400 for new combined storage and seating at the Poowong Sports Stadium. • Strzelecki Lions Club received $2200 for replacement of old barbecues with two new safety compliant portable barbecues. • Meeniyan Mechanic Institute received $10000 for a Meeniyan Hall supper room and kitchenette refurbishment. • St Laurence’s Parents and Friends received $4000 for St Laurence’s Centenary Bell. • Nerrena Public Reserve received $4800 for the Nerrena Hall heating and cooling project. • Terrill Park Section 86 Committee received $10000 for Terrill Park turf wicket cover repairs with associated drainage and top dressing. • Leongatha and District Historical Society received $1500 for the Leongatha Historical Society better environment project. • Mirboo North Cricket Club received $2300 to purchase a dethatcher/scarifier as part of the small equipment program. • Leongatha Golf Club Inc received $5000 for a Leongatha Golf Club kitchen upgrade. • Gippsland Hills Group of Country Women’s Association Vic Inc received $3300 for the 60th Consecutive Handicrafts and Home Industries Exhibition. • Mirboo North Kindergarten received $10000 for an upgrade of kindergarten bathroom facilities and external access. • Lions Club of Mirboo North received $1000 to purchase a new trailer as part of the small equipment program. • Mirboo North Arty Gras Sub-Committee received $2500 for the Arti Gras Fine Arts Festival. • Fish Creek Memorial Hall Committee received $6000 for Fish Creek Memorial Hall – Hall for All.

Venus Bay Community Centre: Alyson Skinner accepted $5940 from Cr Kieran Kennedy for the Venus Bay solar energy project.

Welshpool Golf Club Inc: Bob Wiggins happily accepted a $9400 grant from Cr Jeanette Harding for an update to the golf club grounds.

Prom Coast Arts Council: Anda Banikos accepted the $3000 grant from Cr Mohya Davies on behalf of the council for the Great Southern Portrait Prize.

Corner Inlet Men’s Shed Group: Graeme Green received a $10000 grant from Cr Mohya Davies to go towards a permanent Men’s Shed facility.

Toora Football Club: Peter and Tara Hollier are looking towards a new scoreboard after accepting a $4000 grant from Cr Jeanette Harding.

1st Foster Scout Group: Jonathon Stevenson and Ben Cooper were given a grant of $2500 presented by Cr Mohya Davies for a kitchen upgrade and interior painting at the Foster Scout Hall.

Meeniyan Mechanics Institute: Richard Powell and Brian Hoskins walked away with $10,000 from Cr Andrew McEwen to go towards a supper room at Meeniyan Hall and kitchenette refurbishments.

Loch-Nyora Pony Club: Lorraine and Kieran Turner received $1000 from Cr Andrew McEwen for a show jump safety breakaway system.

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Top Left, RAJVIR Singh was born on December 5 at Leongatha Hospital. He is the first baby for Damanjeet and Ramandeep of Kilcunda. Above, GEORGIA Rose Henry was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on October 6 to Ellen and Ian Henry of Dalyston. Georgia Rose is a baby sister to Matilda, 2. Top Right, IVY May Turner was born at Leongatha Hospital on November 22 to Brad Turner and Carolyn Van Dillen of Leongatha. Ivy is a sister for Dylan, 18, Lani and Adam, 16, and Remy 2. Bottom Left, MASON Sadler was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on December 2 to Emma Young and Adam Sadler of Wonthaggi. Bottom Right, MATTHEW Benjamin Arnold was born at Leongatha Hospital on November 30. He is the second son for Helen and Trevor Arnold of Tarwin, and a brother to David, 4.

Going nude to save future NUDE food days at Poowong Consolidated School have resulted in less rubbish being produced. The school now emails the weekly newsletter to save paper and places icecream containers under taps to collect excess water for use on gardens. These were some of the examples presented to the Gippsland ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic (Aus-

tralian Sustainable Schools Initiative, Victoria) Consortium this month. Teacher and sustainability coordinator Jason Horton impressed consortium members with his dedication and enthusiasm, which, with support from principal Leonie Anstey and staff, has seen the adoption of sustainability into the curriculum and the school environment. The consortium continued on

to Coal Creek Community Park in Korumburra to celebrate the goals achieved in the July 2012-Dec 2013 phase of the ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic Initiative in Gippsland, which included: • 30 schools across Gippsland commencingResourceSmart AuSSI Vic; • Hilary Rigg and Heidi Hamm were engaged respectively by East and South Gippsland Shire Councils one day a week to support Re-

sourceSmart schools; • Hilary Riggand Heidi Hamm representing East and South Gippsland Shire Councils respectively; Natasha Brown, Baw Baw Sustainability Network and Alison Taylor, Tall Tree Sustainability, completed the ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic facilitator training; and • 21 schools applied for and were successful in receiving the $10,000 Energy Efficiency Grant provided by the DEECD.

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago December 20, 1983 THE rescue of four swimmers in the last two weeks at the Inverloch bar and a high number of boats crossing the treacherous entrance has signalled prospects of a busy year for the Anderson’s Inlet Search and Rescue Service. Controller of the service Steve Harrap said too many people underestimated the dangers of the bar, particularly at the run off tide.

10 years ago December 16, 2003 TO RATE but how to rate? That is the vexed question confronting municipalities with wind farms. Will the wind farms bring in a rating windfall? Will the issue get bogged down in legal argy bargy? Should the wind farm developers pay or the owners of the land on which the wind towers are built? South Gippsland Shire Council is in the throes of trying to find answers to these questions.

5 years ago December 16, 2008 WILD storms lashed South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires last Saturday afternoon and evening, causing sporting events to be cancelled and widespread damage to homes and other property. Police and State Emergency Services crews were kept busy throughout the day and evening, clearing fallen trees from roads in the region.

1 year ago December 18, 2012 Forward thinkers: members of the Gippsland ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic (Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative, Victoria) Consortium, from left: Leonie Anstey of Poowong Consolidated School,Emma Fellows Cook of Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Cara Richardson of Phillip Island Nature Park, Simon Hum of Sustainability Victoria, Sam Franzi of Catholic Education Office Diocese of Sale, Jason Horton of Poowong Consolidated School, Raquel Harris of Wellington Shire Council, Geoff Russell of Westernport Water, Olivia Lineham of Baw Baw Shire Council, Nola Anderson of Gippsland Regional Waste Management Group (GRWMG) and ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic facilitator, Heidi Hamm of South Gippsland Shire Council and ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic facilitator, and Matthew Peake of waste management group and Poowong school students.

FESTIVE spirit arrived in a great way with a huge night of carols in Leongatha Saturday. Despite the change to an indoor venue, hundreds of people enjoyed a night of singing, music and fun for the kids and of course – Santa Claus. Leongatha’s Carols in the Drome was a huge success, with hundreds filling the St Laurence’s multi-purpose hall for the event.

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Farming Insight In the market: Simon Henderson from Alex Scott and Staff and Mark Stoney from Bass were checking out the cattle at the store sale in Koonwarra last Thursday. Mark was looking to add some young stock to his herd.

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Farming Insight Balancing act: Sinead de Gooyer with son Ambrose on their Korumburra dairy farm.

Health boost for dairy DR SINEAD de Gooyer believes she is typical of many dairy farming women. The general practitioner who recently joined the GippsDairy board, has three small children, works part-time at a Leongatha medical clinic and helps out husband Evan on their Korumburra dairy farm. It’s a busy life, but one that is not unusual among younger women within the industry. “I think we are quite representative of many farm families,” she said. “A lot of people coming in now have gone and got degrees and come back

to a family farm.” There was no family farm for Sinead and Evan, a former vet, who decided seven years ago that he wanted to milk cows rather than diagnose their illnesses. Now with a 50/50 split (including split herd) share farming arrangement, the couple are committed to their business and the wider industry. Sinead said part of her motivation in nominating for the GippsDairy board was to help encourage other prospective dairy farmers into the industry. “We were two professional people who decided to go dairy farming and

people were saying ‘why would you want to do that?’” she said. “But we were asking ‘why not?’ It’s an industry where you can be your boss and where there’s potential to create wealth.” Now settled into the industry, Sinead said she wanted to use her skills and energy to promote the dairying, the role of women in it and the health benefits of its products. She sees her experience in the health sector as valuable to the industry on more than one level. “My background in general practice means I tend to see dairy farmers when things aren’t so

Award winners: celebrating their success at the South Eastern Australian Semex Holstein Australia On-Farm Competition are, middle, Louise and Les Calder, and Semex’s area manager for South Gippsland Stuart Mackie (left) and general manager Jim Conroy.

Calders excel MEENIYAN dairy farmers Les and Louise Calder are continuing to make their name in the industry, after winning yet another award. Their cow Calderlea Dolman Faith-ET won the four-year-old class of the South Eastern Australian Semex Holstein Australia On-Farm Competition recently. Faith’s dam won her class in 2005 and the Calders were proud of the result. They had four finalists and all placed in the top four for the state, including the champion and two reserve champions. “We’re very proud of her (Faith),” Louise said.

“She’s a lovely cow, no fuss and she completed almost 400kg fat as a first calver. Judge Bill Thompson said Faith was another great dairy framed cow. “She displayed outstanding cleanness in her bone. She excelled in rump length and the quality of her fore and rear udder attachment is what placed

her over the cow in second place,” he said. The Calders’ Calderlea Pagewire Phyllis was second in the five year old class, and their other animal, Calderlea Stormatic Gracie, was second in the mature class. Results were announced at Witchmount Estate Winery at Melton.

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good, when they are at their wits end,” she said. “I’ve also had experience on the board of the Division of General Practice. “A lot of primary health care is about identifying needs in the community and looking after those needs, which is quite similar to the GippsDairy brief.” With Cecily, 6, Manning, 4, and Ambrose, 2, keeping her hands full, the

37 year old part-time GP said she is well placed to represent working mothers in the industry. “I believe women need more representation within the industry because we are a huge part of it,” she said. “Women’s roles in the running of farms aren’t necessarily recognised that well.” GippsDairy executive officer Dr Danielle Auldist said Sinead’s appoint-

ment to the board would, along with fellow new director Joanne Bills, bring new skills and ideas to the Gippsland dairy industry. “Attracting people like Sinead and Evan to dairying is good news for the industry. Their ability to learn plus their skills and energy will benefit their own dairy business and the community around them,” she said. “Having Sinead on the GippsDairy board

means we can harness her impressive knowledge and energy for the benefit of dairy farming in Gippsland. “At GippsDairy, we are about investing dairy service levy funds to enhance the industry. Sinead and her fellow directors will guide investments over the next few years and improve our ability to service the needs of the dairy community.”

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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 CRICKET SPIKES. Size 10. Excellent condition $30. Ph. 0437 891 243. GUITAR. Valencia. Acoustic. Youth size. $50. Ph 0427 313 813. PRINTER. Canon. With cables and new ink. Pixma IP3000 $50. Ph. 0488 069 004. DISHWASHER. $50. Ph. 0418 515 342 BEDSIDE TABLES. x2. $50. Ph. 0418 515 342. SIDE BY SIDE OVEN AND COOK TOP. $50. Ph. 0418 515 342. BASKETBALL RING. Adjustable. old but still working. $50. Ph. 0439 361 718. LSC WOOLEN SCHOOL JUMPER. Size 16. new condition. $50. Ph. 0439 361 718. AUTO RADIATOR. XD XE XF. $50. Ph. 0438 578 107. SINGLE BED. Ensemble. Good clean condition. $30. Ph. 5659 8297. MICROWAVE. Daevoo. 2 years old. $50. Ph.0413 452 686. JAPANESE LOW DINING ROOM TABLE. $50. ph. 0413 452 686. BABY BOUNCER. With cute hanging character. Calming vibration. Near new. $20. ph. 0458 942 517. JOLLY JUMPER & BABY FLOOR GYM. Plays music with hanging characters. near new. $35. Ph. 0458 942 517. 3 WHEEL STROLLER. Double. swivel wheel. Birth to 4 years. Harness. Adjustable back rest. $50. Ph. 5663 5439. MATTRESS. Double bed. Good condition. Hardly used was in guest bedroom. Tarwin Lower. $50. Ph. 5663 5439, HONDA RACING TEDDY BEAR. Brand new in box. $20. Proceeds to Royal Children’s Hospital. Ph. 5674 2010. CAROLS FOR A CURE Christmas CD. $4 each. Proceeds to Royal Children’s Hospital. Ph. 5674 2010. DOUBLE BED BASE and mattress. $40. Ph. 0407 300 329. ANTIQUE VICTORIAN LADY’S ARMCHAIR. VGC. $50. Ph. 0428 285 304. TWO ANTIQUE DINING CHAIRS, balloon back, VGC. $40 the pair. Ph. 0428 285 304. SOCCER TABLE. With air hockey, billiards, table tennis etc. 60x120cm (soccer handles extra width). Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 5662 5141. HP PRINTER, SCAN, COPY PRINTER. Very good condition but needs new print cartridges. $10. Ph. 5662 5141. CANON PRINTER. With four as new print cartridges and all cables. $40. ph. 5662 2954.

SODIUM HYDROXIDE/CAUSTIC SODA. 2kg. For soap making or cleaning. Loch. $12. Ph. 5659 6127. FULL VINYL BACK SEAT COVER. To suit Holden Omega 2006. $50. Ph. 0407 825 488. JARS. Fowlers Vacola. Size 27. $2 each. Ph. 0427 506 446. COFFEE TABLE. Solid pine. Smoked Glass top. 18” high x 2.5ft2. $40. Ph. 0458 142 301 CEILING FANS. Two. White. 48”. complete. Reversable for summer/winter. $25 each. Ph. 0419 301 463. COFFEE MAKER. Breville. Cord free. Unwanted gift. Hardly used. Cost $109 sell for $50. Ph. 5662 0875. DOG COAT. Drizabone. For a large dog. Good condition. $20. Ph. 5668 8180. CHAIRS. 2 Antique timber dining chairs. Teak stain colour. Cottage style. good condition. $40. Ph. 5663 5439. GARDEN STATUE. Large concrete. Old world. $50. ph. 5674 5601. POLYPROPYLENE COVER. For above ground pool. Will fit 18-20 ft pool. (5.5-6 metres). $50. Ph. 5662 4162. ROOF OR WALL DECKING, Cliplock. 20 sheets. 8’ long. $20. Ph. 5657 3291. LOUNGE SUITE. 3 Piece. very good condition. $50. ph. 5657 3291. OLD RED BRICKS. 70 cents each. Ph. 0409 957 298. CREAM BRICKS. 40 cents each. Ph. 0409 957 298. CORRUGATE IRON.6ft sheets. No rust. 10 sheets. $50. ph. 0409 957 298. ESPRESSO/CAPUCCINO MAKER. Breville. New in box. 3.5 steam pressure system enhancer stainless steel frothing jug included.$50. Ph. 0412 084 966. MARY MACKILLOP COLLEGE GIRLS SUMMER UNIFORM. Size 10. $40. Good condition. Ph. 0438 982 729. RIPSTICKS. 2 at $25 each. Ph. 0427 313 813. OLD BOOKS. $50 the lot. Ph. 0427 622 405. FRUITING STRAWBERRY PLANTS. $2 each. Ph. 0428 168 297. HALL STAND. Includes mirror, hooks and shelf. $50. Ph. 5668 5250. CHILDREN’S CUBBY HOUSE STOVE. Solid wood. $35. Ph. 0408 589 524. CHILDREN’S CUBBY HOUSE SINK. Solid wood. $35. Ph. 0408 589 524. JOHNSON 4HP. Always shedded. Was going. $50. Ph. 0407 863 529. DRESSING TABLE WITH MIRROR. Six drawers. 1155 (w) x 630 (H), including mirror 1600 (h). $50. Ph. 5674 2188. PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER. Nobocool brand. On castors. Suit one room for summer. $45. Ph. 5659 8297.

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LEONGATHA AGRICULTURAL RECREATION RESERVE COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT Notice is given of a

PUBLIC MEETING To be held at the Leongatha Croquet Club on January 20, 2014 commencing at 7.30pm The purpose of the meeting is to nominate no less than three (3) or more than twelve (12) persons as the Committee of Management for the Leongatha Agricultural Recreation Reserve for a term of three years. The current committee’s term will expire on December 15, 2013. All positions will be declared open and nominations will be accepted prior to or on the night. Nominations from women are encouraged. Further information, nomination forms and nominee declaration forms may be obtained by contacting your local Department of Environment and Primary Industries ofﬁce or at the meeting. For further enquiries please contact the secretary, Frank Dekker on 5668 5285.

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CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG

HERBERT HILL BERRY FARM in Leongatha 5 Sawyer Street SATURDAY & SUNDAY Open all day MONDAY - FRIDAY by appointment Phone 5662 4801

Dr R.P. Delbridge Dental Surgeon Falls Rd, Fish Creek 3959 Would like to advise all his patients that he is retiring - December 2013. It has been a pleasure to be of service to you all these many years. Thanking you for your support from Dr Rodney Delbridge and Jan Piggin (Nurse).

“NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L FREE Christmas hamper giveaway, Friday, December 20 at Equip Church, 17 Michael Place, Leongatha, 10am. WOORAYL LODGE winner of Christmas cake raffle Pat Dodson.

PUBLIC NOTICE Planning and Environment Act 1987

SOUTH GIPPSLAND PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Preparation of Amendment Amendment C74 Authorisation A02656 VicRoads has prepared Amendment C74 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme. In accordance with section 8A(3) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987, the Minister for Planning authorised VicRoads as planning authority to prepare the amendment. The land affected by the amendment is: Land Description

Property Address

CA 32, 34 & 35 Section D, Township of Korumburra Parish

8420 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lots 1 & 2 on TP079588E

71 Shellcot Road, Korumburra

Allotment 37B Section D, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra SPI 37B-D\PP5434

Riﬂebutts Road, Korumburra

CA 43A Section D, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra SPI 43A-D\PP5434

Rudds Road, Korumburra

CA 43 Section D, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra

71 Shellcot Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP079581U

71 Shellcot Road, Korumburra

CA 43B Section D, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra, SPI 43B-D\PP5434

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lots 8,9,10,11,12,14,15 & 18 Block 2 on PS003887, Lots 23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31,32 & 33 Block 1 on PS003887

129 Shellcot Road, Korumburra

Lots 1,2,3 & 4 on TP857141N (Lots 5,6 & 7 Block 2 and part of the Roads on PS003887)

129 Shellcot Road, Korumburra

Part Lot 4 on TP854141N (roads on LP3887) – part of Mine Road

Part Mine Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP892463Q

137 Scott and Faheys Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP841003Q

137 Scott and Faheys Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP566826A

137 Scott and Faheys Road, Korumburra

Lot 3 on PS406703C

8580 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 93H, Parish of Korumburra

12 Silkstone Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP329691W

10 Korumburra South Road, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP084020J

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lots 1,2 & 3 on TP559718T

8595 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 7 Section K, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra

6839 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 4A Section S, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 11B Section S, Township of Korumburra, Parish of Korumburra

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 1 Section J, Parish of Korumburra CA 3 Section J, Parish of Korumburra

South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

CA 4 Section J, Parish of Korumburra

8740 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lot 1 on TP133213C

8740 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lot 1 on PS220402S

8750 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

Lot 2 on PS220402S

8755 South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra

The amendment proposes to: • Apply the Public Acquisition Overlay Schedule 2 to the land required for the proposed road realignment. • Rezone a portion of Crown Land from the Public Conservation and Resource Zone, Public Park and Recreation Zone and Farming Zone to the Road Zone 1. • Make changes to the schedule to Clause 52.17 to exempt the requirement for a planning permit to be obtained for the removal of native vegetation associated with the road realignment. A vegetation removal exemption plan is also now included in this Clause. You may inspect the amendment, any documents that support the amendment and the explanatory report about the amendment, free of charge, at the following locations: • during office hours, at the office of the planning authority, VicRoads Eastern Region, 120 Kay Street, Traralgon. • during office hours, at South Gippsland Shire Council – 9 Smith Street, Leongatha • during operating hours, at Korumburra Library – 165 Commercial St, Korumburra • during operating hours, at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum – Korumburra • at the Department of Planning and Community Development web site www.go.vic.gov.au/d6U8jY Any person who may be affected by the amendment may make a submission to the planning authority. The closing date for submissions is Thursday 13 February 2014. A submission must be sent to VicRoads Eastern Region, 120 Kay Street, Traralgon 3844. PETER TODD ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE - VICROADS

Further information Call 03 5172 2627 Email vicroads.eastern@roads.vic.gov.au Online vicroads.vic.gov.au

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NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE

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Trainers Required Community College Gippsland is looking for a number of professional, enthusiastic trainers and assessors to provide quality training at our various campuses throughout Gippsland. Opportunities currently exist in the following program areas: Beauty Therapy * Nail Technology * Business Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services * Warehousing & Logistics These rewarding positions offer variety and a chance to work as part of a vibrant, energetic team. Successful applicants will have relevant industry experience and Assessment - TAE40110 (preferred). The positions will involve travel between campuses and workplaces. Registered Training Organisation.

APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Minister for Health, the Hon David Davis MP, is pleased to invite applications for part time board positions of public health services, rural public hospitals (including multi-purpose services), Health Purchasing Victoria and Ambulance Victoria Boards with terms of ofďŹ ce commencing from 1 July 2014. These positions provide an exciting opportunity for suitably qualiďŹ ed and experienced persons to contribute and provide high level advice on the delivery of public health care to the Victorian community. The Board of Management is responsible for setting the strategic directions of the Health Service and ensuring that it is efďŹ ciently managed providing high quality care and service delivery, meeting its ďŹ nancial and non-ďŹ nancial performance targets, and meeting the healthcare needs of the Bass Coast community. There are three vacancies occurring on the Board of Management of Bass Coast Regional Health on 30th June due to the efďŹ&#x201A;uxion of time with the retiring members eligible for re-appointment. These positions are honorary appointments for a maximum period of three years. Applications are invited from people who have a commitment to excellence in public healthcare and the skills and expertise to contribute to the governance of a major regional healthcare organisation, to apply for appointment to the Board of Management of Bass Coast Regional Health. The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring there is strong governance and accountability of Board members and will be ensuring that Boards of Management have the right mix of relevant skills, knowledge, attributes and expertise to be effective and achieve the Health Serviceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objectives. To ensure the correct balance is achieved, the following will be taken into account when considering applications: â&#x20AC;˘ Skills and expertise relevant to the governance of health services including corporate management, ďŹ nance/audit, law, human resources, capital management, strategic information technology, risk management and clinical governance; â&#x20AC;˘ The capacity to reďŹ&#x201A;ect the views of the community and users of the service; â&#x20AC;˘ Continuing high levels of performance in their ďŹ elds of endeavour, integrity and a high standing in the community; â&#x20AC;˘ An understanding of the broader policy context of the delivery and planning of public health services; â&#x20AC;˘ A good working knowledge and understanding of accountability, relationships and corporate governance; â&#x20AC;˘ Demonstrated strategic thinking, planning and leadership skills; and â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in effective consultation and collaboration with stakeholders. Further background information on these honorary positions together with an application form and information kit can be obtained from the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer, Ms Lea Pope â&#x20AC;&#x201C; telephone 5671 3209 or by contacting the Gippsland Regional OfďŹ ce of the Department of Health on (03) 5177 2527. Applicants are required to submit their completed application documents, personal resumĂŠ and cover letter to the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer, Bass Coast Regional Health, Graham Street, Wonthaggi by 5pm Friday 10th January 2014. Visit Bass Coast Regional Health on the Web www.bcrh.com.au

For a position description please visit www.ccg.asn.au or contact Joanne Kingwill, Director Executive Assistant on 5622 6000. Applications and resumes can be emailed to: jobs@ccg.asn.au and will close at 9am on Friday 10th January 2014. PO Box 249 Warragul VIC 3820 P: 03 5622 6000 E: jobs@ccg.asn.au W: www.ccg.asn.au

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Community Announcement SP AusNet Electricity Network Reliability Targets for 2014 SP AusNet is the largest diversified energy infrastructure business in Victoria. We are committed to the safe and reliable supply of electricity within our network and aim to outperform the reliability targets below. To do so, SP AusNet has been working hard to complete asset renewal works to reduce the number of supply interruptions caused by animals and trees and the implementation of new technologies, such as automated and controlled equipment across the network, to also minimise interruptions.

In accordance with the requirements of the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and as part of our commitment to customer service, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re aiming for the following targets in 2014:

Measure for 2014

On average, the number of minutes a customer will experience loss of supply due to unplanned interruptions per year (eg. lightning, storm, fauna) (USAIDI)

Supplied by Urban Feeder

Supplied by Short Rural Feeder

Supplied by Long Rural Feeder

102 minutes

209 minutes

257 minutes

On average, the number of unplanned interruptions a customer will experience per year (longer than one minute) (USAIFI)

1.45

2.63

3.32

On average, the duration of an unplanned customer interruption (UCAIDI)

70 minutes

79 minutes

77 minutes

On average, the number of momentary interruptions (less than one minute) (MAIFI)

2.51

5.41

8.92

Note: The AER has not set a performance benchmark for planned interruptions

In the event that we do not meet reliability targets established by the AER, some customers (approximately 68,000) may be entitled to Guaranteed Service Level payments under clause 6.3 of the Electricity Distribution Code. If you would like to know more please visit www.sp-ausnet.com.au or contact our customer service centre on 1300 360 795. @sp_ausnet

NCASP/642LVE

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:

Early Childhood Educator x 2 (Diploma QualiďŹ ed)

St Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Childcare Centre, Mirboo North Further information is available at: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Pam Porter on 5152 9600 UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT APPOINTMENTS Due to routine retirements, the opportunity exists for committed local community members to join the Board of Management and make a positive contribution to the provision of high quality health service in South Gippsland. These positions will be appointed from 1st July 2014. Applications are sought from people with a long-term commitment to and involvement in their local communities. Skills and expertise in business management, legal issues, people management and/or organisation change will be highly regarded. Recommendations are made by the Minister and formal appointments are made by the Governor in Council, having regard for the need to ensure that the Board includes a balance of expertise in areas such as business and management, community knowledge, health, ďŹ nance, law, human resources etc.

Be involved and make a difference! For further information on these honorary positions and to obtain an application form, please contact the Dianna Mollica, Executive Assistant on 03 5667 5504 or the application form and relevant background information can be downloaded from www.health.vic. gov.au/governance Applications close on Friday 10th January 2014 and should be addressed to Mr David Harvey, President, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Private Bag 13, Leongatha VIC 3953.

South Gippsland Shire Council

Executive Assistant â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Development Services Permanent Full Time $79,115 total salary package Council has an exciting opportunity for an energetic and dynamic Executive Assistant to join the Development Services team. Your experience and personality will assist you to hit the ground running in this challenging and busy role providing executive support to the Director, Development Services. You will drive the delivery of a range of administration activities; including managing and organising appointments and meetings, handling correspondence and corporate deadlines and facilitating events and meeting minutes. To be successful, you will have experience in a senior executive administration role, be a highly professional, self-motivated and customer focussed person who can communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation. Enquiries to Phil Stone, Director of Development Services, on (03) 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Employment Application Form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm 15 January 2014. Further information and a position description are available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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FULL TIME GREENKEEPER The Woorayl Golf Club currently has a full time vacancy for a qualiﬁed greenkeeper with an immediate start. To be successful in the position you will be an enthusiastic person with an eye for detail and be capable of working unsupervised and in a team environment. Flexible working arrangements are available with some weekend work expected.

Meat Processors, labourers and Skilled Staff Required For large Export Meat processing facilities in the Wonthaggi Region. Stability and Long term Employment Opportunities Available Duties include: • General Labouring • Process Work • Rendering • Boning/Slicing/Knife Hand • Picking & Packing Experience not essential. Full training provided. MUST be Australian citizen or permanent resident. Full time & casual positions available. Early starts. MUST be prepared to attend INFORMATION SESSION. Eligibility Criteria Applies. To apply please call 8398 1728 or email your most recent resumé to madmin@miss.vic.edu.au

Above award rates will be paid to the right applicant. Applicants must possess relevant qualiﬁcations for the role, including appropriate chemical user certiﬁcates and a driver’s licence. A copy of the Position Description including the selection criteria can be obtained by emailing admin@wooraylgolfclub.com.au or contacting Tom Ryan on 0409 613 664. Applications addressing the selection criteria and accompanied by a current CV should be addressed to Tom Ryan, Greens Committee Chairman and emailed to the above address or posted to PO Box 128, Leongatha VIC 3953.

LEGAL RECEPTIONIST / CLERICAL FULL-TIME POSITION Must have strong computer and typing skills, enjoy responsibility, lots of patience, good organisational skills, experience preferred but not essential. Applications must be in writing to: Susan Rufﬁn Solicitors, PO Box 340 Inverloch 3996 or email susan@rufﬁnlawyers.com.au by 10 January 2014

Applications close at 5pm 13 January 2014.

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Central Gippsland Operations Manager AFL Gippsland is currently seeking a suitably qualified and motivated Central Gippsland Operations Manager who shall be primarily responsible for the management and operations of football and netball competitions for the Gippsland League. The Central Gippsland Operations Manager is supported by other operational staff at AFL Gippsland and will report to the Region General Manager for AFL Gippsland. A high level of communication and administrative competency is essential as is the ability to work flexible hours in a team environment. Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting AFL Gippsland Region General Manager Travis Switzer on 0418 454 886. Applications close COB Friday January 10, 2014 and should be directed to travis.switzer@aflgippsland.com.au

Custom built motorbike trailer, made to carry three dirt bikes or one or two road bikes. Fold out heavy-duty ramp included and stored under the rear of the trailer. LED tail lights. $1,700 ONO Call Robert 0438 009 791

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS & SALES

FREE QUOTES WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE

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5672 3127

Sales/Agronomist Position

Occupational Therapist - Grade 2

Gibsons Groundspread is currently seeking a full time Salesperson/Agronomist to service the South Gippsland farmers and surrounding areas in Gippsland, Victoria Gibsons Groundspread is a family owned fertiliser sales and spreading company and has been servicing the local farming sector for 60 years. The role would include servicing current and potential new customers in the area, soil testing, agronomy advice, fertiliser plans, Revive Recycled Compost and promoting new products. Applicants would need to have a sound knowledge of the local area and the local farmers. Sufficient knowledge in fertiliser uses and agronomy experience would be beneficial. Extensive training can be offered to the successful applicant and a flexible salary package can be negotiated. If you have any questions, please call Damien Gibson 0400 692 855. To apply for this position, please forward resumés to: Damien Gibson PO Box 245 Rosedale, Vic 3847 Or via email: Damien@gibsongs.com.au

Permanent Full Time (negotiable)

South Gippsland Shire Council

Building and Planning Enforcement Ofﬁcer $79,115 per annum incl. super + vehicle Permanent Full Time Fortnightly rostered day off available An exciting opportunity exists in Council to contribute to the delivery of building, planning compliance and enforcement services to the South Gippsland community. You will be involved in the preparation of Council policies and procedures relating to the implementation of the Building Act and the Planning and Environment Act, as well as communicating to all relevant key stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you will hold a relevant tertiary qualiﬁcation and have proven experience in enforcement, interpreting and implementing applicable Acts and Regulations relating to Council matters, as well as strong communication and customer skills and a real commitment to working in a team environment. Enquiries to Matthew Patterson, Manager Regulatory Services on (03) 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Employment Application Form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm 8 January 2014. Further information and a position description are available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Occupational Therapist - Grade 1 Fixed Term - 12 months, with the possibility of extension 0.84 EFT / 32 hours per week (negotiable) We are seeking enthusiastic occupational therapists to work within our interdisciplinary team at Bass Coast Regional Health. The team provides a range of services to acute, sub-acute, aged care, community rehabilitation, outpatient and home-based clients. Well developed communication skills and a commitment to client centred care and evidence based practice are essential. Terms and conditions of employment will be according to experience. Salary Packaging is available. For information regarding Bass Coast Regional Health and a position description visit our website www.bcrh.com.au Enquiries and written applications addressing the key selection criteria with CV and two referees to: Sally Phillips/Jackie Goodman Chief Occupational Therapists Bass Coast Regional Health PO Box 120 Wonthaggi 3995 Ph. 5671 3343 Applications close Friday 03/01/14 at 5pm.

MOWERS Bass Coast Children’s Centre Inc invites applications for the following position: REVISED POSITION

Early Childhood Teacher Permanent Part-Time 22.5 hours per week

This position will commence at the beginning of Term One 2014. The Kindergarten Program at Bass Coast Children’s Centre operates on Mondays and Tuesdays and is integrated into our Long Day Care service structure. An Early Childhood Qualiﬁcation is mandatory. The successful applicant will require a current WWC (Working With Children) Check. Appropriate First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Emergency Asthma Management qualiﬁcations are mandatory. Applicants must posses the desire to provide exceptional early childhood education and care in a safe and nurturing environment. Bass Coast Children’s Centre maintains a high level of quality service provision for the whole of the local community, which is fostered in an integrated team environment – the successful applicant will be required to demonstrate commitment and dedication to this approach. All enquiries (between 10am and 4pm) to: Ms Dina McMaster—Coordinator 244 White Road WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Ph: (03) 5672 5151 Fax: (03) 5672 1332 bass.coast.cc@kindergarten.vic.gov.au Applications close 5pm, 24th December 2013

HUMAN RESOURCE & PAYROLL COORDINATOR

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The full position description and information regarding South Gippsland Water can be downloaded from our website www.sgwater.com.au or by calling Paula Smith 03 5682 0403. To apply send your resumé marked conﬁdential to: HR & Payroll Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster Vic 3960. or email to: psmith@sgwater.com.au Applications close Friday 10 January 2013

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14 Month Maternity Leave Position South Gippsland Water is a leading and innovative participant in the Water Industry committed to providing and managing quality water supply and wastewater systems in an ecologically sustainable and cost efficient manner. A 14 month maternity leave vacancy exists within the corporation with a view to an ongoing part-time role as payroll and training officer. Working as part of a small business services team based in Foster and reporting to the Business Services & Governance Manager you will be primarily responsible for the coordination of the Corporations human resource and payroll functions. Additional responsibilities include monthly reconciliations, fleet and database administration, end of year and ad hoc HR and payroll reporting. The successful applicant will have: • Experience in HR processes such as employee relations, enterprise bargaining, recruitment and a good knowledge of relevant legislation • A strong finance background with the associated administration experience • A working knowledge of payroll and EBA/Award interpretation from a similar role • Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate across all levels of the organisation • Strong computer skills and be able to produce accurate information in a timely manner

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

APPRENTICE CHEF 1ST OR 2ND YEAR Immediate start available Join our fantastic team Call Simon 5683 2404 email:bigﬁsh@ﬁshcreekhotel. com.au

accommodation PROFESSIONAL person seeks midweek self contained accommodation in Leongatha or Korumburra. Ph: 0431-380089.

livestock BULLS for hire or sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All bulls have been semen tested. Hire or sale. Ph: AH 0447331762. RAMS Southdown, Poll Dorset, Border Leicester. Flock registered, brucellosis accredited, well bred, established breeder, from $150 each. Can deliver. 0428-356376.

FIREWOOD Local messmate / stringy. Discount for bulk loads, cut and split, $90 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. ON SITE VAN with permanent annex, Waratah Bay Caravan Park, fully furnished, large block with shed, $22,500 neg. 56832541. SLASHER - Kanga, 5 foot, HD,good condition, $1,500. 5674-5601, 0447-114383. 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. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261. V-RAKE, Sitrex 8 wheel, nice strong rake, $3,300 ONO. 0428-515201

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Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593 NISSAN PATROL 2008 wagon, 3L TD, 120,000km, manual, bullbar, snorkel, driving lights, 3” exhaust, 12 months reg. YBL774, $31,000. Foster, call 0439317743.

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engagements JOHNSON - HILDER It is with great pleasure that Ross and Jeanette of Leongatha South announce the engagement of their only daughter Hannah, to Clint, eldest son of Greg and Patsy of Foster.

bereavement thanks CARTER - Dani, Rebekah and Joshua would like to extend sincere thanks for the love, messages and beautiful flowers that have surrounded them with the loss of their darling Husband and Dad Paul. We are truly grateful for your overwhelming support. xx CHARMAN - Geoff. Pam, Michelle and John, Darren and Kimberley would like to sincerely thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy on the sudden passing of Geoff. Your generous love and support during this very sad time is greatly appreciated and will never be forgotten. TIEMAN - To Dr Chris Perry, Dr Graham Toohill, the nurses from RDNS, Southern Health nurses, Palliative Care staff, Leongatha Medical Clinic. Thank you for the care you gave to our mother Gwen during her illness. Lyn and Jack Tieman.

in memoriam Michael John BLAKE 29/01/48 - 22/12/12

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LOCATION: Needs to be between Yarram - Fish Creek - Yanakie. Carrying capacity 160 - 200 cows With or without house! Please call Ben: 0448 906 313

wanted to rent WANTED - Private rental, Leongatha surrounds. Young family, 3 bedroom house. Call Paul 0417295921.

“Whatever we were to each other That we still are.” Always, your loving partner, Helen xx

message of hope “AND you shall have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.” Luke 1:14.

deaths

DREW (Carter) (nee Merrilees) - Margaret. December 8, 2013. Aged 84. Adored wife of Henry, wonderful sister-in-law to Thelma, beautiful aunty to Tammy and Mark and precious grandma to Yollande, Molly, Isabella, Fynn (dec) and Taj. Dance in heaven. xxxxxooooo FARNHAM Joan Frances. Peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on December 11, 2013. Aged 82 years. Loving wife of John (dec). Cherished mother of Helen (dec) and Garry, Michael and Hayley. Adored Nan to Kerry, John, Sandra (dec), Mark, Nicky, Hannah, and great Nan to Jess. Forever in our hearts. HARDMAN - Beatrice Eileen (Beaty). 14.09.1928 - 10.12.2013 Loving wife of Charlie (dec) and caring mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Jeanette and David. Loving grandmother of Faith and Ben, Jessica and Paul, and Tom. Great grandmother of Violet. In our loving memory forever. Private service.

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JELBART - Dorothea Gertrude (nee Cooper). Passed away after a brief illness aged 91 years, at home at “Boggabri” with her family. Married to Lloyd (dec) for 57 years and residents at the Ten Mile since 1948. Loving mother and motherin-law of Max and Barbie, Ken, Trish and Bertrand and Don and Sally. Gran to Will and Sarah, George and Sally, Tim, Laura and Brie, Elodie and Olivia, Samantha and Andrew. Great Gran of Clancy and Flynn, Abie and Millie. Much loved aunt of Robert and Marilyn Cooper. Privately cremated. No flowers please.

SMITH - David Alan. 05.06.1956 - 13.12.2013 Peacefully at Wonthaggi. Best friend and adored husband of Julie. Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Adam and Michelle, Kate and Richard. Proud Grumpa of Jarvis and Hunter. “You did it your way” 34 wonderful years together. Always in my heart - Julie. SMITH - David Alan. Son of Doug and Jean (both dec). Brother of Desmond (dec), Yvonne (dec), Graeme, Trevor (dec), Kelvin and Brenda. Brother-in-law of Kathy and Peter. SMITH - David Alan. 5.6.1956 - 13.12.2013 Aged 57 years. Dearly loved son of Doug and Jean (both dec). Brother of Desmond (dec), Yvonne (dec), Graeme, Trevor (dec), Kelvin and Brenda. Brother-in-law of Peter and Kathy.

Loved brother of Yvonne (dec) and loved uncle of Jason and family. Loved brother of Graeme. Forever in my heart. Rest in peace. Loved brother and brotherin-law of Kelvin and Kathy. Much loved uncle of Emma, Cindy, Jackie and Ben, Trevor, and families. In our minds we always knew this time would come to pass, But knowing it and living it has come and gone so fast. There are many times we disagreed, but we were there for each other in our times of need. We shared a lot of years and had a lot of fun, some of which we could not tell Dad or Mum. I have to understand, you are now at rest, no more suffering, no more pain. For we all know God only takes the best. You were my Brother. The one I shared secrets, dreams, laughs, sorrows and families with. Love you Bro. Cherished brother of Brenda and Peter. Loved uncle of Luke, Abbey, Hayley and families. I’m not sad, Dave is now free from pain. I’m sad because I’ve lost my brother. Bro I will remember you with smiles forever. We will be eternally grateful for the love, compassion and patience Julie had for our brother. Our love and thoughts for Julie, Adam, Kate and families. TIEMAN (nee Holt) Gwendoline Louisa (Gwen). Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on December 12, 2013. Aged 87 years. Late of Leongatha. Beloved wife of Jimmy (dec). Dearly loved mother of Jack and Lyn, mother-in-law of Colin. Much loved Nana of Brendan and Mez, Daniel, Rebecca and Courtney, and their father Peter. Great grandmother of Nathaniel and Isabella. Loved companion of Merle for 20 years. Loved sister of Fred, Dorothy (dec), Lyn (dec), Ness (dec), Kath (dec), George (dec), Mac (dec), Olive and Eileen. A wonderful person, so loving and kind. In God’s care.

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Amazing show: Aladdin and his princess danced up a storm during the Susan Green School of Dance performance of Cave of Wonders recently.

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deaths TIEMAN - Gwen. Dearly loved sister of George (dec). Loved aunty of Bev, Sandra, Greg and John. Many happy memories will last forever. Rest peacefully.

funerals FARNHAM - A Graveside Funeral Service for the late Mrs Joan Frances Farnham will be held at the Meeniyan Lawn Cemetery, Meeniyan on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 commencing at 2.30pm.

SMITH - The funeral service for Mr David Alan Smith of Wonthaggi will be held at the graveside, Kilcunda Cemetery, today Tuesday, December 17 commencing at 2pm.

SUSAN Green School of Dance students and teachers performed their annual pantomime recently to great applause from audiences at each of the three shows.

Cave of Wonders told the story of Aladdin and his princess. The lead roles were played by Xavier Duursma and Mariah Lawrence, with Miranda Swart starring as the Genie of the Lamp. The costuming and dancers were outstanding, along with the choreography from a selection of teachers. After each performance awards were given to students. At the Saturday matinee the most improved dancer award was given. On Saturday night the Australian Academy of Dance Examination Awards and the Aitken Family Award were presented. On Sunday the award for dancer of the year was awarded. The recipient of the Aitken Family Award for Dance Excellence was Carmen Tracy. Carmen has demonstrated all the necessary requirements for this prestigious award that Cassi Aitken explained as the Aitken family presented the award Saturday night. A small group of students will now continue dance classes as they begin preparation for their final performance this year: the Foster Chamber of Commerce Christmas street party. Our students thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to participate in this community event at Foster.

Mayor’s message Cr Neil Rankine

Wonthaggi 5672 1074

TIEMAN - A service to celebrate the life of the late Mrs Gwendoline Louisa (Gwen) Tieman will be held at our Leongatha Chapel, cnr South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 commencing at 11am. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

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Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors Caring for our Community, personal digniﬁed service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Ofﬁce and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

THIS past weekend we celebrated the completion of two major community projects. First, the new Bass Coast Principal Library at Wonthaggi opened its doors for the first time this past Saturday. The celebration was fabulous, starting with a Welcome to Country by Aunty Carolyn Briggs, Senior Elder of the Boon Wurrung People, and continuing with the official opening by the Hon Ken Smith MP. There was face painting, give-aways and a very special visit by Play School’s Justine Clarke, who absolutely delighted both young and not so young library goers. Approximately 1500 people took the opportunity to see what the new library has to offer, including designated areas for children and teenagers, private study spaces, meeting rooms, an office for the Wonthaggi Genealogy Society and a wide selection of brand new books and DVDs to choose from. I encourage everyone to come and have a look. Our new library is a great new place to meet and take advantage of all that’s on offer. We also celebrated the official launch of the Bronze Yarns sculpture trail in Coronet Bay. Bronze Yarns consists of five sculptures designed and made by artist David Murphy. The sculptures are based on local stories and events. David also guided the local school children to collect their own stories from the area and produce their own sculptures. The children’s sculptures, 15 of them, also form part of the project. The Public Art Reference Committee recommends to council on our public art program. They advise on sites, briefs and artists, funding and other aspects. Over the past few years, public art pieces have been installed at the Wonthaggi Centennial Centre and Cowes Town Square, and now at the Coronet Bay Foreshore Reserve. They are endeavouring to spread the works around the shire and to place artwork on council owned or managed land. The next project being investigated is for Kilcunda, followed by Inverloch. The Public Art Reference committee is very keen to work with these communities to develop brief and concepts for art, as they did with Coronet Bay. Public art pieces are a great asset to Bass Coast and best of all, they are owned and loved by the community. I encourage all to visit the Coronet Bay foreshore, take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful sculptures and stories of Bronze Yarns. Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.

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Section 3 Premiers: Inverloch Blue, from left, Denise Burke, Debbie Fowles, Avril Piasente and Denise Burke. Section 4 Runners Up: Phillip Island, Maria Kirwan, Pauline Brewster, Helen McCormick, Anne Greene, Cheryl Sekac and Bronwyn Heffernen.

Section 2 Runners Up: Foster, Flo Larkin, Wendy Appleyard, Thelma Woods and Julie Park.

Section 1 Runners Up: Leongatha, Shelley Walker, Marge Barter, Sue Coglin and Guilia Joyce.

Midweek ladies tennis wraps up THE grand finals of the Spring Season were held on December 10. The weather conditions were windy with occasional showers but all the matches were completed. This season has been plagued by wet conditions with some teams recording up to seven washouts. Several teams didn’t meet each other until the final series.

The next competition begins in February 2014, if anyone wishes to enter a team or would like a game please call Ronda on 5657 2351 or contact your local club. Results are as follows: Section 1 Phillip Island defeated Leongatha Section 2 Wonthaggi Chooks 3-55 defeated Foster 3-48 Section 3 Inverloch Blue 4-53 defeated Inverloch Pink 2-48 Section 4 Grantville 6-60 defeated Phillip Island 0-30

Section 1 Premiers: Phillip Island, from left, Camille Morris, Nicole Walker, Karen Egan and Kellie Doolan. Absent Barb Duggan

Section 2 Premiers: Wonthaggi Chooks, from left, Janet Chambers, Letitia Condron, Michelle Mabilia and Karen Sheerin.

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

At Port Phillip Heads

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Above, Section 3 Runners Up: Inverloch Pink, Lorraine Muir, Tammy Larkin, Jenny Hayes and Sharon Clements.

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Section 4 Premiers: Grantville, from left, Pat Van, Lena Tumino, Kerry Chamberlain, Sharon Petrie, Lyndal Standish and Lois Jackson.

• Leongatha Cycling

Rain clears for riders FRIDAY night racing suffered the normal Christmas decline in numbers as various members attended work functions. Just prior to start time a heavy cloud and light mist passed overhead and members were busy scanning radar screens to check on the extent of the moisture. Fortunately it cleared in time and the riders in attendance put on some great riding. The first event of the night was a one lap time trial. Bernadette Fitzgerald and Alex Bennett both recorded season personal bests. In the Junior B section Oliver McLean was quickest at 45.03 followed by Thomas Fitzgerald 47.65 and Cody Cox at 52.19 sec. For the girls it was Grace McLean at 39.43 followed closely by Bernadette at 39.62, then Fleur Timmins 44.57 and Kelly Hamilton 45.73. For the Junior A riders it was Matt Minogue at 34.56 just staying ahead of Austin Timmins 35.12. Alex Bennett

stopped the clock at 40.36 whilst Matt Winchester was at 41.42 sec. Thomas McFarlane put in a slick 30.40 sec. The scratch races flowed. Junior B at two laps was Oliver winning from Thomas and Cody. In the girls race over four laps it was Grace winning from Bernadette and Fleur. For the Junior A boys Austin Timmins won from Matt Minogue and Alex Bennett. The handicaps were the next events. The first Junior B race went to Oliver (scratch) from Thomas (25) and Cody (45) a close third. A minor shuffle by the handicapper saw Oliver again snatch the win right on the line from Thomas (35) and Cody (60). The girl’s handicap saw Bernadette (20) hold out Grace (scratch) and Fleur (40). In the re-handicap it was Kelly Hamilton (60) taking the honours from Fluer (50) and Grace (scratch). In the Junior A boys, Thomas McFarlane started at minus 45m and with a wall of riders over the track at the finish had to settle for fourth behind Alex Bennett (70), Natt Winchester (60) and

Austin (15). Second time around it was Matt Minougue (15) from Austin (5) and Alex (55) in third and close to making it a double. The Junior B sprint was another win for Oliver McLean. In the girls Olympic sprint a close race saw the win to Bernadette and Fleur over Grace and Kelly. For the Junior A boys it was a win to Matt M and Matt W over Alex and Austin. The club coach has Thomas McFarlane working hard over the night as he was doing eight lap (3.2km) efforts behind the motor bike over the night. This was great for the spectators as Thomas was able to hit speeds of up to 65kph. The Junior B scratch race over two laps went to Oliver from Thomas and Cody. However, the generous start for Cody almost ad him home for the win. If the barracking was enough he should have made it. The girls scratch race saw a determined effort once again from Grace to claim the win ahead of Bernadette and Fleur. With the motor bike in action the

Junior A riders were given an 8 lap race behind the motor bike. Austin Timmins proved the master of the scratch races once again winning from Matt Minogue and Alex Bennett. This race encouraged Bernadette and Grace to try behind the motor bike. Grace took a liking to this facet of the bikes and was able to put some distance into a tiring Bernadette at the finish. The Fitzgeralds took out the raffle and coach Tony Smith reneged on sharing the fruit cake he won last week. To save the worry next week, it will finish with a sausage sizzle and Christmas cheer. This will be the last Friday night for 2013. Training will resume on Wednesday, January 8 whilst racing will resume on Friday, January 17. With another girl due to start in the New Year this will bring the girls to six riders and well and truly the capacity to race separately to the boys. If any novice takes a shine to riding over Christmas the club will be happy to see them come and try in the new year. The numbers riding has been up and it has made each night a lot of fun.

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Meeniyan basketball finals MEENIYAN basketball finished off the year with some great games being played. Thanks to all the committee, coaches, parents and players for another year. Section one finished on the November 22 with a family fun night. Each player received a certificate and treats at the end of the night. Games were played with parents and children on the same side and parents then played against the children. On November 29 the section two players played around robin game. Many showing the skills they had learnt throughout the season and great team spirit. At the finish the coaches presented each player a medallion.

Section three’s Black and Blue played the grand final on the November 29. A low scoring first half was played with both teams trying to settle. The second half saw a much faster and more controlled game with Black being more confident with the scoring. Blue had to play a hard defence game to combat the scoring of Black and a tight defence game making many steals and turning them into points. Black didn’t take long to pull away from Blue in the second half, with some quick hands and quick goals Black was soon on its way to be in a position to have a comfortable win. Black 22 (Grant Cole 9, Harry Vanderzalm 9, Grace Thorson 2, Irene Thorson 2) defeated Blue 15 (Harrison Cumming 7, Alix Veale 2, Rory Hanks 4, Hannah Pot-

ter 2). MVP for the game was Harry Vanderzalm. Section four saw a fast paced game from the start to finish with Light Blue and Dark Blue battling it out. Light was only one point up at half time and Dark took the challenge to it and kept the game level until the end. The last few minutes saw some great team work for Dark, soon finding it in front and pulling away to victory in a close battle. Dark Blue 41 (Tristan Hanks 2, Byrce Holwerda 20, Eliie SCholte 9, Hannah Thorson 10) defeated Light Blue 35 (Will Collins 13, Jordan Bell 16, Abbey Bolge 2, Jaxon Tiziani 4). MVP for the game was Hannah Thorson.

Section one: back, from left, Lexi Palmer, Ava Lord, Isabella Mackie, Scott Mackie, Zak Bright, Kirra Jones, front, Jack Linke, Kira Waldron, Olivia Mosiewicz, Lachie Bell, Ryan Regester and Darlene Jones (coach). Absent were Jada Davey, Jade Cousins, Burke Vanderzalm and Louise Janssen.

Section two: Ethan Farrell, Matt Moss, Bon McLean, Kit Skinner Tarlo, Ethan Tudor, Sam Bright, Ben Mackie, Cody Palmer, Aaron Mowat, Storm McLean, Shania Stewart Taylor, Aleesha Hannon, Niamh Martin, Nicholas Bongers, Lucas Vanderzalm, Taite Cumming, Conor Salmons, Holly Proudlock, Hayley Proudlock, Zara Jones, Jen Moss, Chelsea Elliott, Liam Waldron, Mitch McGrath, Luke Boyle, Will Hannon and Brody McEwan. Absent were Nicholas Bongers, Jaime Findlay and Nicholas Jinette.

Section three: back, from left, runners-up Dave Cumming (coach), Bianca Proudlock, Hannah Potter, Mark Beattie, Alix Veale, Rory Hanks, Harrison Cumming, front, winners Ellie Scholte (coach), Sam Benra, Harry Vanderzalm, Grant Cole, Lachie Elliott, Beau Davey, Irene Thorson and Grace Thorson.

Section four: back, from left, runners-up Abbey Bolge, Jess Clarke, Jordan Bell, Jaxon Tiziani,Will Collins, Di Bell (coach), front, winners Doug Hanks (coach), Byrce Holwerda, Tristan Hanks, Gemma Coulter, Ellie Scholte and Hannah Thorson.

South Gippsland pennant bowls Division 1: Wonthaggi 14-78 d Inverloch 2-72; Lang Lang 14-80 d San Remo 2-53; Mirboo; North 16-83 d Phillip Island 0-67; Korumburra 12-78 d Leongatha 4-62. Division 2: Phillip Island 16-86 d Loch 0-51; Corinella 14-65 d Toora 2-55: Meeniyan 14-88 d Wonthaggi 2-64: Inverloch 2-60 lt Fish Creek 14-69. Division 3: Wonthaggi 1458 d Korumburra Maroon 2-62; Leongatha 16-76 d Foster 0-58; San Remo 2-65 lt Phillip Island 14-69; Tarwin Lower 16-98 d Korumburra Gold 0-45. Division 4: Phillip Island 16-77 d Inverloch White 0-49:

Lang Lang 4-71 lt Port Welshpool 12-72; Meeniyan 12-73 d Wonthaggi 4-71; Inverloch Blue 2-67 lt Leongatha 14-73. Division 5: Foster 15-79 d Loch 1-67; Corinella 4-72 lt Tarwin Lower 12-76; Mirboo North 16-89 d Phillip Island 0-42; Wonthaggi 0-64 lt San Remo 16-81; Fish Creek 14-81 d Toora 2-58.

Ladders Division 1 Inverloch ........................+187 Phillip Island..................+124 Korumburra ....................+49 Wonthaggi ........................+21 Mirboo North .....................-47 Leongatha ...........................-38 Lang Lang ........................-140 San Remo .........................-156 Division 2

140 107 91 80 68 66 44 44

Fish Creek .....................+120 119 Inverloch ........................ +39 96 Toora ................................+82 91 Corinella ...........................-13 81 Phillip Island .....................-31 80 Loch ....................................+9 75 Meeniyan ...........................-61 55 Wonthaggi .......................-145 41 Division 3 Wonthaggi .................... +167 119 Phillip Island ....................-53 99 Tarwin Lower ................ +49 92 San Remo .........................-22 85 Leongatha ..........................-12 82 Foster ............................. +104 78 Korumburra Gold ............. -67 67 Korumburra Maroon ....... -166 18 Division 4 Inverloch White ............+113 107 Meeniyan ........................ +48 104 Port Welshpool .............+144 96 Phillip Island .................. +67 84 Inverloch Blue ..................+36 82 Leongatha ......................... -62 76 Wonthaggi .........................-32 74

Lang Lang .......................-314 Division 5 Mirboo North .................+81 Foster .................................+6 San Remo ........................+95 Loch ...............................+126 Fish Creek ........................+70 Tarwin Lower ....................-15 Corinella .............................-21 Toora ................................-102 Wonthaggi .......................-149 Phillip Island .....................-91

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The ‘Kiss of Death’ tips for this week are San Remo (home) will be no match for the team from overseas in Phillip Island who should win by a margin of 25 shots. Leongatha (home) will have their finals aspirations dashed by a spirited Lang Lang who will win all three rinks by a margin of 18 shots. Korumburra (home) will meet a very

Mirboo North bowls OUR Tuesday bowlers had losses in both rinks, playing at Tarwin Lower, in very windy conditions last week. This team is still on top however and plays its’ final game before Christmas at home against Leongatha. Barbecue bowls was another successful night with two teams equal winners on plus seven shots. Winning teams were Kaz and Glen and Watto, Terry and Brandon. Thank you to everyone who helped out in any way. As mentioned on the night, welcome again to Kevin and Hamish on being our newest members. Turkey Triples on Thursday was sponsored by Don Birks, who was kind enough to donate Hams and Turkeys to the winners and runners up. After four games of 10 ends we finished up with four teams winning three games and one team with three wins and a draw. Winners on the day with three wins and a draw on 61 points was the Korumburra team of Bob Snooks, Ross Besley and George Hams; Runner up was the Toora team of Griffo, Kevin and Razor Ray Lecher with three wins and 57 points. Thank you very much to Don for his sponsorship, which he has been kind enough to provide for our last Thursday before Christmas over many years. Thank you to Marg for preparing afternoon tea and the Christmas treats on the tables, to Ray and Phil for organising the teams and to everyone else who helped out on the day. Our Saturday Pennant Division 1 bowlers played at home against Phillip Island and won by 16 shots, with wins in all three rinks. Best performed rink was again Tom Whitelaw’s team (Tom, Jake, Allen and Paul). This was a great win by all bowlers against a team in second place on the ladder and has won the Division 1 Grand Final the last two seasons. No one in the club can remember when we last beat Phillip Island and all bowlers should be congratulated on a super effort. We are now in fifth place on the ladder with 68 points, followed by Leongatha on 66 points and San Remo and Lang Lang on 44 points. Congratulations to Kaz Hughes on playing her first game of Division 1 Saturday Pennant. Last game before Christmas break is away against Wonthaggi (in 4th place on the ladder with 80 points). Saturday Pennant Division 5 played at home, against Phillip Island, and had a very convincing win by 47 shots winning all three rinks. Best performed rink was Rob Seear’s team (Rob, Trevor, Barry and Julie) with a 29 shot win. After 10 games Division angry Inverloch after their surprise loss to Wonthaggi. Inverloch by 32 shots, whilst Wonthaggi (home) will have skip Mike Smith back after a long awaited honeymoon, and will meet a very dangerous Mirboo North who are challenging for a top four position. Wonthaggi by nine shots. P.S. ‘Don’t hurry back Smithy, Wonthaggi Division 1 have won the last three without you. Next week’s round is the final round before the Christmas / New year break. Team managers should check to see whether they have their players qualified for finals which must be done by Round 12 (January 12, 2014). Good bowling to all.

5 is in top place on the ladder with 110 points, followed by Foster on 103, San Remo on 97 and Loch on 95. Last game before Christmas break is away against San Remo (in third place on the ladder). Saturday night was our Christmas break up and this was a very enjoyable, fun filled night. I think we are all looking forward to the next staging of ‘Celebrity Heads’ (thank you for arranging this Geoff) and thinking of some of the celebrity names that may appear next time. Thank you to our two duty teams, to the people who brought along salads and desserts, and to everyone else who helped in the cleaning up or in any other way. Congratulations again to Bert Bright and Maurie Briscoe on being presented with their Super Veteran badges. It was great to see one of our Life Members, Jim Atkins, zoom in for the day on his scooter (or was that Santa’s sleigh) and stay for our break up dinner. The Christmas Hamper raffle was drawn on the night with winners as follows: Michael Hughes, Jim Fox and Geoff Dower. Congratulations to all winners. We had three teams (Rod Jackson and Paul H, Tom and Watto and Allen and Mike) competing in the Victorian Pairs at Korumburra on Sunday. As we go to press, Tom and Watto and Allen and Mike had both won their first two games in their section. Results of the third game will be in next week’s report. Well done to all bowlers in representing our club and being more than competitive against some of the best bowlers in the South Gippsland region.

Tarwin Lower bowls CONGRATULATIONS to our Division 3 Tuesday Pennant side on their third consecutive win. Well done

girls. Unfortunately our Division 2 side did not play owing to the weather conditions. Saturday Pennant saw both the Division 3 and Division 5 sides win. Congratulations to the Division 3 rink which managed to get all eight bowls in the count on one end of their game. This is a tremendous effort and not all that easy to do. Well Done. In Division 5 one of the Rinks had a tremendous win and managed to pull the whole side over the line. Again well done.

Meeniyan bowls BOTH Tuesday pennant teams played at Wonthaggi. Division one had a win with two rinks successful. Division three went down on both rinks. In the final week before the break both teams are at home - ones to Phillip Island and threes to Inverloch. Week five of corporate bowls pairs has produced some very close results- ESPY and Len/Dean drew, Helen/Rita and Robo/Bec +1, Len/Dawn and Mavericks +2. Winners were Lindsay/ Russ +12, runners up MacAttack (2) +5. This Tuesday is the final night. Teams or single entries wishing to enter our January competitions beginning on January 8 and 9 should contact Doug Kuhne on 5664 7221. Thursday was our Christmas break-up - a gourmet barbecue with salads followed by delicious sweets. Christmas raffles went to Wendy Pepperell, Des Thorson, Doreen Meikle, Ann Green, David Baggallay, Len Staff, Rene Gillett, Marj Pearson and Kerry Sipthorne. Santa even showed up. President Alan Hanks became very attached to our newly installed PA system. All agreed it was a great night. Thanks to the many who cooked, prepared and made Continued on page 52.

Good form: Lorraine Dowson with president Bev Kurle and ladies singles champion Anne Tschiderer.

Inverloch ladies bowls BECAUSE of the weather Division 2 and 3 couldn’t play, but Division 1 did and came in second. Good luck for this week. No social bowls either because of the rain, hopefully next week will be good and we are having a nice afternoon tea after our play, so could the ladies playing on the day please bring a plate so we can celebrate Christmas. Friday Night Dinner was the last for this year and it was good fun with a Christmas theme night with Santa calling in on his bike, and of course getting a kiss from the ladies. With 70 people there it was great. The next Friday night dinner will be on January 17, so all members have a great Christmas and book in for next year. Regarding our buy a brick fundraiser, Jack sold a few bricks on the street corner so folks it is possible to buy or sell bricks anywhere, so please help. Well done Santa. Bev Kurle and Carol Waters were happy recipients of a cheque from Foodworks courtesy of its Community Rewards Program. Although this amount is slightly higher than last year, now is a good time for our club members to sign up to the program. It is simple and Bev has the Reward Program forms for you to complete. A great game for the Ladies Singles Champion was played out between Anne Tschiderer and Lorraine Dowson. Both ladies bowled so well, with the winner of this game being Anne Tschiderer who is now our Ladies Singles Champion. Congratulations to Anne and well done to Lorraine. Anne now goes on to play on January 8.

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SPORT | BOWLSSPORT | GOLF things for what was agreed by all was a fantastic night for the sixty who attended. Saturday pennant was a continuing theme with both teams at home to Wonthaggi. Division two had two successful rinks winning 88 shots to 64. Division four had a battle all day with the result going down to the wire. With one winning rink they managed to win the day 73 shots to 71. Next week both teams travel to Phillip Island for the last match before the break. Our 50th anniversary celebration is scheduled for Sunday, January 19 with names needed for catering purposes. Men and ladies singles and pairs championship matches are nearing their completion.

Buffalo indoor Results - Wednesday, December 11 GETTING closer to Christmas and everyone is busy but still 13 keen bowlers were at Buffalo ready for three games of bowls and two reporting in for a late start. Four teams were selected and Toni, Glenys, Joyce and Sebastian were off to a flyer with a maximum eight on one end for a 14-5 win over Charlie, Carolyn and Illene. Ian, Mary and Peter H. were leading Andrew, Peter T. and Joe 11-5 after five ends when equipment failure allowed Bill to take over Andrew’s team. Play continued, 5-3 over four ends (others still bowling) for Ian to finish 16-8. Pete was looking for a spell when Rod arrived, but no go. Winning teams over to mat three where Ian 12-10 over Toni and Bill 9-3 was victor over Charlie on mat two. The third game saw skippers line up for ‘school yard pick’ with Andrew, Rod and Carolyn sitting out. Four triples were selected and an extra bowl on mats saw all players having three bowls. Toni, Illene and Joyce with a four on the last end drew with Bill, Glenys and Mary - nine shots all (9-9, Ian and Peter H. with the help of Peter T. continued their winning streak 8-5 over Charlie, Joe and Sebastian to take out the night (with Mary’s help also), with (WWW) from Bill (LWD), Toni (LWD) and Charlie (LLL). Planning for our 25th anniversary - Christmas party next week, with displays to be set up, mats prepared and tables set out etc.

Loch & District TUESDAY the pennant team managed a win at home against Fish Creek ladies - many thanks to the greenkeeper for his efforts to prepare the green after so much rain. On Saturday Division 2 went to Phillip Island, with the home team the winners. Division 5 went to Foster where the home team also prevailed. Thursday we managed to have a session of social bowls, with Juliet winning the ditch to ditch. On Friday evening the club facilities were made available to the teachers and partners from the Poowong school for a fun session of barefoot bowls, which everyone seemed to enjoy. Later they enjoyed tea catered by Lucy of Korumburra. A reminder our Christmas tea will be this Saturday night, when the hampers will be drawn.

Leongatha

Foster

FIRST up, congratulations are in order to our ladies and men’s club champions for 2013-14.

THE course is now in playable condition and the greens are improving.

The semi and finals were played on Sunday, December 8 with the results as follows. Ladies’ semi finals saw Glenda Trotman defeat Ellie McIntyre, and Trish McCormack defeated J. Purcell. The final saw Trish defeat Glenda to be the ladies’ club champion. In the men’s semi finals Russell Trotman defeated Ray McGannon and Rod Jackson defeated Jack Kuiper. The final saw Rod defeat Russell to be the men’s club champion. Well done Trish and Rod and to all the finalists, to be able to make the semi and finals is a credit to you all. Tuesday, December 10 saw Division 2 ladies’ pennant teams who were to travel to Port Welshpool, saw the ladies from Port Welshpool come to Leongatha after ‘tidal problems’ and rain made the Welshpool greens unplayable. To add salt to the wound the Welshpool ladies went down to Leongatha ladies 82 shots to 49: T. McCormack (s) won 30 shots to 15, G. Trotman (s) won 37 to 15 shots, J. Purcell (s) lost 15 to 19 shots. Division 3 ladies were home to Foster and the only results I have obtained was Leongatha defeated Foster overall. Tuesday, December 17 will see Division 2 ladies at home to Toora and Division 3 will be away to Mirboo North. Tuesday, December 10 also saw round four of the barefoot bowls in action with some very tight finishes and a couple of draws. The ladder after round four is as follows: On top the Pag team followed by Whackers, We Us & Co, Misfits, Repco, Beers, Crusaders, Stewart’s Tyres, Leongatha Holden, BJ Earthmoving, Smith’s, Mini Skips, Parks, Chalkies, Jacko’s, Pagettes, Leongatha Lions, Hospital, Slapshots, ANZ, Leongatha Kitchens and Beginners. Round five will be played on Tuesday evening, December 17. Wednesday, December 11 social bowls saw the winners being J. Todd (s) and J. Richardson with three wins plus 25, runners-up were G. Drury (s) and D. Bee with three wins plus 16. Friday, December 13 saw social bowls in action and the winners were J. Lye (s), F. Hanks and N. Stone with one win plus 19, runners-up were G. Emmerson (s), A. Lye and S. Holch with one win plus 13. Saturday, December 14 saw Division 1 teams travel to the Burra and were beaten by the Burra 78 shots to 62: R. Trotman’s (s) team won 28 to 26 shots, J. Turner (s) lost 14 to 35 shots and R. McGannon (s) won 20 to 17 shots. Division 3 were home to Foster and defeated Foster 76 to 58 shots: E. Thompson’s (s) team won 34 to 20 shots, L. Lancaster (s) won 20 to 18 shots and R. Saunders (s) won 22 to 20 shots. Division 4 travelled to Inverloch to battle with Inverloch Blue and came away winners 73 to 67 shots: F. Sauvarin’s (s) team lost 20 to 26 shots, C. Richardson (s) won 24 to 20 and J. Pendergast (s) won 29 to 21 shots. Round 11 will see Division 1 at home to Lang Lang, Division 3 will be away to Korumburra Gold and Division 4 will be home to Lang Lang. Men’s pennant will resume January 18, 2014.

On December 10 there was no play due to inclement weather. Tuesday saw Fred Tyers (14) have a win with square from David Hutchinson (14) on -one and Kevin Flett on -three. Fred was also NTP. Kevin Flett (7) got the chook with 19 points on Friday. DTL balls went to Bill Fuller and Rachel Brown on 18 points and Lloyd McKenzie on 17 points. NTP’s were Lloyd McKenzie and Kevin Flett. It was a Stableford round on Saturday with trophies provided by Andrew Naylor. Cam Downing (10) has returned to form after a lean period and he had the day’s best score of 41 points to win A Grade. The B Graders all had an off day with Ray Prain (16) being the best with 34 points. DTL balls went to Greg Cox (nine) on 39 points, Fred Tyers (14) 38 points, and Norm Cooper (10), Noel Black (eight) and Kevin Witheridge (13) all on 35 points. The NTP’s were Cam Downing, Norm Cooper, Ray Prain, Fred Tyers and Bruce Knee. The encouragement award went to Jim Parry. Bernadette Morgan was

thestar.com.au not there to collect the $750 available in the members draw, so it will be $800 next week. Andrew Brown was also not there to collect the $260 in the golfers Saturday cash draw so its $280 next week. The Golfers card draw for the stubbies was won by Andrew Naylor.

Leongatha CLUB captain Kevin Castwood continued his good form, after winning the Auto Club Regional Qualifying round last week with vice captain Peter Waters, to take out the A Grade event on Saturday with a very good score of 40 points. Fred De Bono (22) has also been in good form and continued on his winning way by taking out B Grade with 39 points. C Grade was won by John Hassett (24) with 38 points. The Pro Pin was won by Peter Hartigan and Ron Chaplin was NTP on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Steve Fisher, Grant McRitchie, Bruce Hutton, Henry Sedelies, Noel Johnson, Glen Marsham, Ray Davies, W Howson, Gerry Carcour, Bryan McCorkell, Ron Paice, Will Norden, Barry Attwood, M. Stockdale, A. Gedye, Ken Wardle and David Forbes.

A small field contested a Stableford competition on Tuesday in wintry conditions. Ray Burton (14) handled the conditions best and finished with 40 points to win from Dave Vorwerg with 38 points. NTP’s were Terry Grace on the 14th and Joe Lowell on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Dave Vorwerg, Chris Leaver, Peter Hartigan, Joe Lowell, Ian Barlow, Peter Waters and Mike Street. On Thursday a big field took part in a Stableford event for the Whisky Run Day sponsored by the Esplanade Hotel in Inverloch and Joker poker. Dot Stubbs (14) took the honours in A Grade with 37 points from Peter Seth who was runner up in a countback with 36 points, B Grade was taken out by Geoff Maher (20) with 39 points from Fred De Bono (22) who was runner up with 38 points. Col Sperling (26) won C Grade with 38 points from Frank Thomas (25) with 37 points in a countback. All received some Christmas cheer courtesy of the Inverloch Hotel. Chris Leaver provided the highlight of the day with an eagle 2 on the Par four third hole. NTP’s were Bill Lamrock on the fourth, Andrew Smith on the seventh, Ted Bruinewoud

on the 14th and Evan Jenkins on the 16th. Balls went down to 34 on a countback and were awarded to Andy Cairns, Peter Renwick, Al Sperling, Bryan McCorkell, Hugh Goodman, Merv Stubbs, Ian Murchie, Evan Jenkins, Ray Burton, Dave Vorwerg, Wendy Parker, Peter Waters, Trevor Moss, Ron Paice and John Renwick. The course is in magnificent condition and visitors are welcome to come along and enjoy one of the best regional courses in Australia. Ring the club on 5664 3314 for bookings and tee times.

Woorayl ladies THE final day of competition for 2013 was completed last week with a fun nine hole competition. Special guests were invited to celebrate the day. Life Members Dot Forrester and Lois Young were the special guests along with past players in Pam Byatt, as the daily sponsor, Frankie Johnson and Isabel Forsyth. A beautiful luncheon followed the golf with entertainment supplied to members at no cost to the members. Winners of the nine hole competition were A Grade Shirley Thomas 19 points, B Grade Thel Scoble 24 points and C Grade Jo Fennell 19 points.

Christmas cheer: Marg Johnson and Mix winners: A Grade winners Matt and Marg Johnson with Delores Harvey were the A Grade winB Grade winners Leonie Bentick and Jonathon Wade. ners.

Wonthaggi ANOTHER wet day to play our final ladies day and after many had played at Phillip Island on the Monday many thought we really do love our golf to be back out in it. Canadian Foursomes stableford was the game of the day and two grades were made. A grade winners were Delores Harvey (23) and Marg Johnson (12) with a combined handicap of 13 managed to win the prize on count back from Jan Beaumont (21) and Anne Walker (10) off handicap 12 with both teams scoring 30 points. Delores sunk a huge putt on the final hole 16th which helped score a final par. B Grade winners were Marg Ryan (22) and Anne Longmire (37) combined handicap 22 with a lovely 34 points, the round of the day. B Grade runners up were Betty Bow-

mar (29) and Bev Dobson (32) combined 23 with 29 points. NTP 2nd Delores Harvey, NTP 17th Marion Walker and Pro Pin 8th Di Grimmond. BDL Anne Walker and Jacqueline Loughran 29, Denise Miller and Anne Tschiderer 29, Geraldine Prentice and Chris Yann 28, Chris Hamilton and Leonie Bentick 27. On Sunday in great weather conditions 19 pairs headed out for the final mixed day for a game of Canadian Foursomes Stroke. Two grades were sorted out and A Grade was won by mother and son combination Marg (12) and Matt Johnson (six) for a combined handicap of seven and they carded a lovely 75 (seven) 68 net. Some lucky long putts for birdies helped the card considerably. A Grade Runners up were Darren Green (two) and Betty Bowmar (29) combined handicap

12 with 82 (12) 70 net. B Grade was fiercely contested with Jonathon Wade (23) and Leonie Bentick (28) combined handicap of 19 with 93 (19) 74 net from Joe (19) and Delores Harvey (23) 90 (16) 74 net. NTP 17 Men Coby Jeeves Pro Pin 8th Men Norm Burne Pro Pin 8th Ladies Sev Piasente BDL Coby and Jan Jeeves 74, Norm Burne and Sev Piasente 75, Danny Crellin and Maureen Masterman 75, Jim and Wendy Jordan 75, Ross Yann and Chris Hamilton 76, Chris and Robyn Wilkinson 76, Rod and Anne Walker 76 We also had a very entertaining putting playoff and after defeating Sev Piasente in the semi final, Anne Tschiderer was a convincing winner over Coby Jeeves who qualified for the final defeating Danny Crellin in the semi finals. Thank you to all who played on the day and we will see you in the New Year.

Wednesday summer golf is now on and all ladies are welcome. Tee off is at 9am. Merry Christmas to all.

Korumburra ladies THERE was a Stableford competition last Wednesday, with nine people finishing the 18 holes and the remaining ladies, playing 9 holes. It was good to see some great scores, despite yet another day of showers. Heather Grist (23) won with 36 points, was nearest the pin on the 1st. and made the putt. Runner-up was Jan Hewitt (25) with 35 points. Kath Welsh was the winner of the 9 hole competition, with 17 points. Next Wednesday is a 4BBB Par event. You can sign up for this event on the time sheet in the foyer. The Moulton Bowl was to be held last Thursday but needed to be rescheduled again due to the wet weather. The new date for this event is Friday February 7, 2014. Last Monday three women from Korumburra travelled to Phillip Island to play in the South Gippsland Championships. This was the third attempt at holding this event, after wet weather curtailed earlier dates. It looked like it was going to be cancelled yet again due to thunder and lightning early in the day, but after a delayed start to ensure safety of players, the event was completed. However, continual rain persisted, making puddles on fairways and flooding parts of greens. A large number of women enjoyed a get together last week for the end of year dinner with the exchange of Kris Kringle gifts adding some fun to the evening. Many thanks and much appreciation is extended to The Koringal Women’s Service Club for donating a Defibrillator to the Korumburra Golf Club. This equipment is becoming more widespread in clubs and public places and it is vital that people are familiar with operating the device. To assist in gaining the knowledge and skills to enable individuals to use the defibrillator and do CPR, there is a training session on Wednesday at 7pm at the Golf Club. We realise this is a busy time of the year but it is important as many people as possible attend. It is envisaged it will be for approximately an hour. On Thursday there will be Twilight Golf. This is a fun, social competition and members and non-members are most welcome to play. People who take part also bring along some food to share after golf, which provides a diverse and interesting buffet meal. This is also a great way to mix and socialise with the other participants.

Korumburra THERE were 53 players for the stableford competition played on Saturday, December 14, and trophies were by Scott Rodda.

Christmas lunch: Pam Christensen, Jan Bissett, Marg Griffiths, Glenyce McRobert (winning team) Karen Orford (winning team) Debbie Miller and Marg Danks enjoy the festivities.

Leongatha ladies WET Wednesdays now seem to be the norm. Only 33 players completed the three Person Ambrose. The winning team, with a score of 76/615/6 included Marg Berry (11), Glenyce McRobert (29) and Karen Orford (45). Down the line balls were won by Sharyn Rayson, Gwen Chapman and Marg Gordon with 62, followed by Ju-

lie Howard, Marianne Leaver and Jan Brownlie 622/3, and Kit Boag, Barb Miller and Trish Owen 63 1/6. Joc Howson and Marg Berry won the nearest the pins. The competition was followed by a very merry Christmas break up, where decorative Christmas head wear was encouraged. Our capable staff provided a sumptuous feast enjoyed by all. A reminder to members, from this

week onwards there is a booking sheet for those intending to play. The booking sheet will continue for the duration of the school holidays. Men are encouraged to join the Wednesday competition as are the women on Thursday. The winner on Saturday was Coral Gray with 40 points. Down the line went to Wendy Parker 38 points, Di Williams 35 points Wendy Parker was also NTP.

A Grade: T. Marotti (6 hcp) 59 pts, runner-up S. Bromby 56, Balls DTL C. Clements. B Grade: P. Hornibrook (14 hcp) 39 pts, runner-up N. Ladgrove 37, Balls DTL A. Brocklebank 36, P. Vanagtmaal 35, M. Booth 35. Junior: M. Deleeuw (21 hcp) 40 pts, runner-up J. Wilson 39, Balls DTL R. Newton 35, S. Osboldstone 35. Nearest the pin: 1st S. Bromby, 7th R. Crawford, 10th I. Dixon, 13th P. Hornibrook. NAGA - T. Humphrey 25 pts. Tuesday’s winner was N. Ladgrove 37 pts, and there was no competition on Thursday.

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thestar.com.au Mirboo North THE day winner of the stableford competition played on Thursday, December 12 was Noel Fox (18) 39 pts. Down the line: J. Kus 38 pts, T. Traill 37 pts and T. Tomada 35 pts. Saturday, December 14 results of the stableford competition - Jabba Jabba Shield was (A Grade) Neil Regnier (12) 44 pts. B Grade winner was Phil Garlick (23) 42 pts. Ladies winner was Sue Traill (18) 44 pts. Down the line: Jess Clark 43 pts, Ray Matthews 42 pts, Mick Neylen 40 pts, Fred Burgharht 39 pts, Stan Evison 39 pts and Ronnie Fielding 38 pts. 2nd shot nearest the pin 1st hole: T. Bradshaw. Nearest the pin: 4th N. Regnier, 6th J Clark, 13th R. Matthews, 16th S. Traill. Visitors - Garfield 17 players.

Woorayl OUR fourball aggregate event was sponsored by R. and J. Spokes, Leongatha Fresh Meat and Fish, and it saw Ivor MacLennan and Greg Fennell win on a countback with 76 points. Tim Burgess and Geoff McKinnon were runnersup. Balls went to M. Wood, T. Walters; M. Herrald, G. Maisey; G. and P. Challis and G. Salmon, B. Wilson. Nearest the pins went to Trent Walters and Brendan Robjant. The ball raffle went to A. McEachern syndicate. Our ladies event went to Thel Scoble with 39 points and balls to Shirley Thomas and Dot Jarvis. The only nearest the pin went to Dot Jarvis on the 8th. The Thursday competition went to Kev Riseley in a three-way countback with 37 points. Balls going to G. Winkler, A. McEachern and M. Herrald. Don’t forget Thursday is the last of our Christmas raffles and I am assured for children, large and small, the man in red will be there. Next week will see a stableford event sponsored by Ray and Simon Sullivan.

Isle of Man legend hits Island HE seems to have a passion for islands! His love affair and incredible success at the Isle of Man is legendary, and English rider, John McGuinness, is about to put himself to the test at Australia’s island motorcycle mecca, Phillip Island. McGuinness will travel to Australia in late January as the new star recruit in the UK Team for the AMCN International Island Classic historic bike meet, and will be guest of honour at the Welcome Dinner on Saturday evening, January 25. The dinner for 650 guests will be held at the circuit with Will Hagon as MC, and esteemed motorcycle journalist Alan Cathcart interviewing McGuinness on his Isle of Man exploits over the past two decades. As always, the dinner will be a sell-out, so book your tickets now by contacting the circuit on tollfree 1300 728 007 or by downloading a booking form on www.islandclassic.com.au Dinner tickets are $125 per head with beer, wine and soft drinks included. To be held in the Motorcycle Expo, celebrations kick off at 6.30pm with drinks and canapés on arrival and a two course buffet dinner and interviews on the stage from 7 – 10.30pm. McGuinness is a motorcycling legend, and any Isle of Man fan knows his incredible scorecard at the world’s toughest road race - a remarkable 20 Isle of Man TT victories, and 41 podiums picked up along the way. From Lancashire, McGuinness started racing at the Island of Man back in 1996, with his first victory in 1999 when he won the Lightweight 250 TT. His most recent TT scalp was in late August, when he took the Senior TT for the sixth time – and also set a new lap record of 131.671mph in the process. His 20 victories betters the feats of Mike Hailwood, and stands McGuinness second only to the legendary Joey Dunlop in the TT history books. McGuinness has only visited Australia once before. He planned to appear in the 2002 world supersport round but his plans were scuppered due to injury. “I came to the world supersport pre-season test at Phillip Island in late 2001, but then didn’t follow it up,” said McGuinness. “But I loved the circuit: it was fast, flowing and untouched, and not a chicane to slow things down. “I always thought I’d get back there and race someday but didn’t really know how I was going to do it – until the Island Classic came along.” McGuinness will race a Honda powered Harris F1 at the Island Classic and will join former 250GP racer, Jeremy Williams in the UK team, as they take on the Australians, the New Zealanders and the USA in a four nation battle for historic racing supremacy. Dinner and event tickets are available by downloading a booking form at www.islandclassic.com.au or by calling the toll free number 1300 728 007. The 2014 AMCN Island Classic will be held from January 2426 and feature more than 300 riders and over 450 historic bikes from the past seventy years.

South Gippsland Bridge Club Results Meeniyan – Monday Evening: 1st Kathryn Smith, David Baggallay. 2nd Clive Hope, Peter Braker. 3rd June Metcalf, Colin Cameron. 4th Kathy Dowd, John Cocking. Tarwin Lower – Tuesday afternoon: North/South: 1 Frank Arndt, Clive Hope. 2nd Jack Kuiper, John Sutton. 3rd Jean Barbour, Greg Nicholson. East/West: 1st John Sul-

livan, Alan Johnston. 2nd Mary McCaughan, Margaret Munro. 3rd Hannah Mmirrorartin, Leila Bell. Inverloch – Friday afternoon: North/South: 1st Jack Kuiper, Jean Barbour. 2nd Kaye Douglas, John Sutton. 3rd Anne and Bruce Gibson. 4th Marj Freeman, Norma Hannay. East/West: 1st Greg Nicholson, Arendina Drury. 2nd Hannah Martin, Margaret Munro. 3rd Vivian Westaway, Maureen Stiles. 4th John Sullivan, Alan Johnston.

Gippsland Gladiators appoint new coach THE Gippsland Gladiators Gridiron Football Club is pleased to announce Paul Tindall has been appointed as the club’s coach effective immediately. The club welcomes Paul Tindall back to the club after coaching the Gladiators in 2011 to the Vic Bowl Grand Final and fourth position in 2012 and are happy to install the coach who has a long association with the game, twice representing Queensland in the Gridiron Australia Senior Nationals and holding the offensive coordinator role for the Queensland State juniors. Gippsland Gladiators president

Richard Kors welcomed Tindall back to the Gladiators. “Paul has consistently displayed a thorough understanding of Gridiron and a passion for the club and we believe these qualities will hold him in good stead as Gippsland Gladiators coach” Kors said. Tindall will take over the club in the Gladiators fourth year in the Gridiron Victoria American Football League and are Gippsland’s only representation in the state league. Gippsland Gladiators vice president Leigh Gourley said the club is currently recruiting for the 2014 season to assist Tindall in his appointment. “We are seeking new players and

coaching staff and any persons with a familiarity with Gridiron for all age divisions” Gourley said “The great advantage of the game of Gridiron is it suits all shapes and sizes. The skills required to play vary per position which opens the game up to a wider audience than mainstream sports”. New players and coaching staff are invited to attend the open day on January 18. Any persons interested are encouraged to contact the clubs recruitment officer Paul Fotheringham on 0428 128 730 or email the club at Contactus@gippslandgladiators.com.au or contact the club via Facebook www.facebook.com/ GippslandGladiators.

Golliwogs: back from left, Nicholas Crawford, Phil Stather, Russell Brown, Locky Morland, Michael Jeffery; front from left, Rienna Pratten, Megan Prentice, Rachel Brown.

Korumburra volleyball Grand final results A Grade: Golliwogs d Pirates (3:1) 27:25, 26:24, 20:25, 25:19. B Grade: Chargers d HELP (3:0) 25:15, 25:16, 25:19. Congratulations to Golliwogs and Chargers.

Right, Chargers: from left, John Pouw, Clayton Bawdon, Naomi Dubbled, Leah Svehla, Matthew VanBoven, Michael Hancock, Tom Saario.

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis IN the A Grade match Inverloch defeated Burra-PI. Inverloch won by three games, Burra-PI won six sets on score, Burra-PI 6 d Inverloch 5 points. The men’s sets were all tie-breakers to BurraPI. Michelle Krohn was part of the three sets won by Inverloch. Well done to all players, a great match. The other two matches were 7/2 and by a number of games. Two tie-breakers against Leongatha made the score seem uneven. Baromi played well to take the points against Koony. In A Reserve, Longshots were big winners against Mardan winning all sets. Baromi won by five games against Outtrim and Outtrim has been close on the ladder. Good to see a close game. Berrys Creek came up the ladder with a big win against Burra Gold. Glad Gold fielded

a team this week. Koony has taken top spot this week with a good win over Leongatha. Scores didn’t indicate the standard of play, well done. In B Grade, Mardan won 8/1 and is on top of the ladder. Karen and Nathan Hardacre won the only set for Leongatha. Leongatha North won the match against Baromi, a tiebreaker each way. Will Littlejohn played for Leongatha North as a man this week. Young players like Will can be used as a fill-in lady too. Be sure to remember tournaments on January 11-12. Merry Christmas and cheers for the New Year.

Results A Grade: Baromi 7.69 d Koonwarra 2.41, Leongatha North 7.66 d Leongatha 2.44, Inverloch 3.58 d Burra-PI 6.55. A Reserve: Koonwarra

8.71 d Leongatha 1.29, Berrys Creek 9.72 d Burra Gold 0.29, Longshots 9.72 d Mardan 0.35, Baromi 5.57 d Outtrim 4.52, Hallston - bye. B Grade: Leongatha North 7.50 d Baromi 2.35, Mardan 8.51 d Leongatha 1.19.

Ladders A Grade Inverloch ..............................93.5 Baromi ..................................81.5 Burra-P/I..............................66.5 Leongatha North .................55.5 Koonwarra.............................40.5 Leongatha..............................25.5 A Reserve Koonwarra ...........................80.0 Baromi ..................................77.0 Outtrim ................................73.0 Longshots .............................71.5 Berrys Creek .........................60.0 Hallston .................................55.0 Leongatha..............................54.5 Mardan ..................................50.0 Burra Gold ............................19.0 B Grade Mardan.................................75.5 Leongatha North .................74.5 Baromi ..................................36.5 Leongatha ............................31.5

Nice hit: Scott Jeffery gets a shot away on Saturday for Foster in A2. For all the cricket action see pages 55, 56 and 57. Photo by Mark Drury.

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• Leongatha Little Athletics

Records fall for athletes LEONGATHA Little Athletics Club is holding its final competition meeting on Saturday before the Christmas break, with a revised format to account for a visitor due to sprint in from the North Pole. A special presentation will also be made to the up and coming On Trackers, who have completed their extensive program and will be invited to join the regular competition when the club returns in the New Year. Two teams from the club competed in state relay championships at Albert Park last weekend, with the Under 9 Boys team Mitchell Bath, Jacob McRae, Xavier Bolge and Tyler Richards and Under 10 Girls Georgia Burns, Lily Caithness, Meagan Stothart and Rebecca McKeown putting in fine performances against the state’s top athletes. The U9 Boys placed fourth in their 4x200m heat and eighth in their medley relay (2x100m, 1x200m and 1x400m) heat, while the U10 Girls finished fifth in their 4x200m heat. Thank you to all parent helpers and supporters who travelled with the relay teams and assisted with team management and other tasks. Last Saturday’s competition meeting at the velodrome oval brought more centre records for Melisse Bath – making it her fourth record in as many weeks – and Chloe Giliam, who has set two records over the past fortnight. Melisse set a new benchmark in the U6G 60m hurdles, passing through the electronic timing gates in 15.67 seconds to break Abby Forrester’s 15.81sec record set in 2007. In the same event, U7G Chloe clocked a time of 14.05sec to break Emma Birrell’s 2011 record of 14.54sec. Among more than 150 personal best performances last weekend, Taine Lowe (U7B) and Charlie Carew (U8B) achieved PBs in every event in which they competed, while Isabella Shone (U12G) was also a shining light on the track and field with five PBs from six events. The club’s Christmas raffle will also be drawn on Saturday, with everyone reminded to please return tickets and money before the meet gets underway at 9:20am. Further tickets can also be purchased. PBs recorded last meeting were: U6 Boys: C Oloughlin: 100m, vortex, high jump; N Wright: 100m, high jump, 60m hurdles. U6 Girls: T Crimp: 60m hurdles; M Bath: 60m hurdles, vortex. U7 Boys: T Lowe: vortex, high jump, 60m hurdles, 100m; M Croatto: high jump, 60m hurdles; R Nettle: vortex. U7 Girls: L Giles: 100m, 60m hurdles; M Carmody: 60m hurdles; P Collins: high jump, 60m hurdles; C Giliam: 100m, 60m hurdles, high jump; A Condoluci: 60m hurdles. U8 Boys: B Dollard-Weston: 400m, 60m hurdles, discus; T

Roberts: 60m hurdles, 100m, discus, long jump; S Carmody: long jump, discus, 400m; B Hillis: long jump; J Fixter: 400m, 60m hurdles, discus; S Mackie: 400m, 60m hurdles; H Livingstone: discus, 60m hurdles, 100m; B Nettle: discus, 60m hurdles, long jump, 100m; C Carew: 100m, 400m, discus, long jump, 60m hurdles; J Donohue 400m, 100m, 60m hurdles, discus. U8 Girls: M Mackay: long jump, discus, 400m; P Thompson: long jump, 400m; P Barry: 60m hurdles, long jump; S Cruickshank: discus; N Wight: discus, 400m, 100m; M Herbert: long jump, 100m, 60m hurdles; E O’Neill: long jump, 60m hurdles, discus. U9 Boys: H Herbert: 400m, triple jump, 60m hurdles; D Shone: triple jump. U9 Girls: N Crimp: shotput, discus, 60m hurdles; C Nesci: shotput, discus, 60m hurdles; E Snell: shotput, discus, 60m hurdles. U10 Boys: M Mancarella: javelin, triple jump. U10 Girls: B Roy: javelin, triple jump; B Fisher: 400m, triple jump; A Ritchie: 400m, 100m, triple jump; C Burns: 400m, triple jump, 60m hurdles, javelin; E Cornell: javelin; K Donohue: triple jump, javelin. U11 Boys: J Wrigley: triple jump; C Riseley: 1500m walk, triple jump; J Wright: triple jump; R Giliam: triple jump. U11 Girls: C Allen: 1500m walk, long jump, 60m hurdles; N Martin: long jump; M Giles: 1500m walk, 400m; A Crimp: 100m; E Bath: 60m hurdles, long jump, 100m; T Falkingham: 400m, 60m hurdles. U12 Boys: C Roy: long jump; S Cross: long jump; A Ritchie: 60m hurdles, long jump; D Sturtevant: long jump. U12 Girls: C Martin: shotput, 400m; M Cruickshank: 60m hurdles, 400m, 100m; E Lyons: 60m hurdles; C Standfield: 400m; I Shone: shotput, 60m hurdles, 400m, 100m, high jump; E James: shotput, 100m; A Mancarella: high jump, 60m hurdles, 400m. U13 Boys: J Alba: 100m, long jump. U13 Girls: S Allen: 60m hurdles; R Martin: 400m, 100m; H Wight: 60m hurdles, 400m, discus; L Riseley: 60m hurdles. U14 Girls: N Allen: 60m Hurdle; A Wrigley: discus; J McJames-Court: discus. U15 Boys: J Norton: discus, long jump.

Up and over: Baia Pugh in the under U7 girls high jump.

• Wonthaggi Little Athletics

Walking in the records THIS week 81 athletes attended our meet and four managed to break centre records, three of these in the 1500m walks. Mikaela Notley (U11G) clocked a time of 10: 39.11; Blythe Page (U13B), 9:55.45 and Finn Gleeson (U11B), 10:39.38. Baia Pugh (U7G) broke the 400m record with a time of 1:31.73. Some 129 personal bests were recorded for the day. Zarah Scouller (U8G), Tate Slade (U8B), Finn Gleeson (U11B), Bella Schmidt (U9G) and Archie Terlich (U7B) achieved four out of a possible five PBs for the day. Our last meet before Christmas will be on Saturday, December 21. Please remember to turn up well before 9am to help set up, so the program can run through quickly and we can all be home early to prepare for the Christmas period. Winners in each event for the day were: U6G: Riahn Hawthorne, long jump, 70m U6B: Hamish Gleeson, long jump, 70m U7G: Baia Pugh, high jump, discus, 400m, 70m, 200m U7B: Sonny McMillan, high jump, 200m; Archie Terlich, discus; Jesse Dugard, 400m, 70m U8G: Olivia Bramley, shot put, 70m, 200m, 400m; Zarah Scouller, long jump U8B: Aiden Hooper, shot put; Xavier Lindsay, long jump, 70m, 200m, 400m U9G: Bella Schmidt, 1100m walk; Tevuro

Ihomana Montgomery, 70m, discus, triple jump; Maya Fraser, 400m U9B: Luca Gleeson, 1100m walk; Archie O’Neill, discus, triple jump; Jai Williamson, 400m; Saher Biggs, 70m U10G: Jordane Dobson, high jump, 100m; Alicia Smith, 800m, 1100m walk, shot put, U10B: Orlando Kane-Gillard, high jump, shot put; Jacob Timmermans, 800m; Angus Blight, 1100m walk; Matthew Nicholson, 100m U11G: Nicola Slade, long jump, 200m; Mikaela Notley, discus, 1500m walk, 400m U11B: Onni Joma, long jump, discus, 200m, 400m; Finn Gleeson, 1500 walk U12G: Lanni Pryor, shot put, triple jump, 70m, 400m; Rachel Aitken, 1500m walk U12B: Jarrod Anderson, shot put, 1500m walk, triple jump, 70m, 400m U13G: Melody Notley, 800m, high jump, javelin; Scarlett Beaton, 1500m walk; Siobhan Griffin, 100m U13B: Luke Nicholson, 800m; Cooper Wagner, high jump, javelin, 100m; Blythe Page, 1500m walk U14G: Bridget Lowe, triple jump, 1500m walk, shot put, 400m, 100m U14B: Mitchell Fallaw, triple jump, 1500m walk, shot put; Brodie Anderson, 100m, 400m U15G: Georgia Filippi, triple jump, 100m; Daisy Filippi, 1500m walk, shot put, 400m U16G: Tegan Lowe, triple jump, shot put, 1500m walk, 100m, 400m U16B: Ethan Slade, triple jump, shot put, 1500m walk, 100m, 400m

One direction: U8G Paige Thompson prepares for a big throw of the discus.

Great leap: Joel Norton sails through the air in the U15B long jump.

Off and racing: Bailey Nettle leads the way at the start of the U8B 400m.

Going for it: Tevuro Montgomery- Giving it all: Jade Anderson in U10 Ihomana in the U9 girls triple jump. girls shot put.

Kids give triathlon a try THE Bass Coast Barracuda’s Triathlon Club has been providing inspiration to the local children, to give the sport of triathlon a go. During term 4, the students at the Inverloch Primary School were given the opportunity to try the sport of Triathlon as part of the Active Afterschool Communities (AASC) Program. Almost 60 students took up this opportunity and they completed the seven week program on the school grounds, using their bikes and other equipment to simulate a range of triathlon based

activities. The two coaches of the program, Michelle and Gabriella wanted to give the students the full triathlon experience and with the support from the AASC regional coordinator, Gene Parini they set about planning a junior triathlon event. The event was held on December 6 in Inverloch. Students were broken down into two age groups and competed in small triathlon which involved swimming in the Indoor Pool, followed by a cycle and a run leg. “Forty-three students participated and it was fantastic to see the smiles on the children’s faces. We had all ages and abili-

ties and you could see they loved giving it a go,” Mr Parini said. The event was also supported by the local triathlon club, the Bass Coast Barracuda’s. Club president Gavin Slavin assisted on the day and was impressed to see so many local young children trying the sport. The next local triathlon is being held on December 29 at Cape Paterson and while you need to be over 16 to compete, the club welcomes all abilities to give it a try. Go to the club website www. basscoasttri.com.au. The Inverloch Primary School has been participating in the AASC program for a number of

years and is a great supporter of the students getting involved in local club

sport. If you would like to know more about the

sport of triathlon please contact should contact Michelle Harris via mi-

Fun times: keen competitors got a taste of triathlons recently in Inverloch.

chelle@gippsport.com.au or call 5674 6004 or 0428 358 335.

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Sale-Maffra association - January 6 to 10

AFTER great discussion Leongatha have selected the following players to represent the association at Country Week in January 2014. Unfortunately some players missed selection but we will have the Under 12s and 13s playing February 16 and 23, and you will be selected in those teams. For those over this age the association are hoping to organise a coaching day in February and you will be invited. Under 15 team: Tim Sauvarin, Leongatha Imperials, captain; Tom Officer, Phillip Island, vice

captain; Nick Wylie, OMK, vice captain; Jack Keating, Phillip Island; Flynn Brosnan, Wonthaggi Miners; Darcy Brosnan, Wonthaggi Miners; Mark Crutchfield, Wonthaggi Miners; John Bastwrous, Kilcunda-Bass; Sam Farrington, Wonthaggi Workmens; Harrison Marshall, Leongatha Imperials; Peter Gillin, OMK; Liam Buckland, Fish Creek; Adam Busana, Wonthaggi Workmens; Connor Epifano, Phillip Island. Under 14 team: Koby Brann, Wonthaggi Workmens, join captain; Ben Perry, Nerrena-Koonwarra RSL, joint captain; Damon Ginnane, Imperials,

vice captain; Alex Geyer, Wonthaggi Workmens; Jacob Bekwith, Korumburra; Mathew Allen, Korumburra; Aaron Bardwell, Wonthaggi Workmens; Luke Hamilton, Wonthaggi Miners; Jack Hume, Leongatha Town; Adam Honeysett, Wonthaggi Miners; Jye Celebrine, Korumburra; Jack Rosenow, Kilcunda-Bass; Josh Excell, Phillip Island; Jai Ashbury, Phillip Island. Emergencies: Blake Christopher, Phillip Island; Harry McNeill, Korumburra. Congratulations from the management of Leongatha Cricket Association on your selection and enjoy your week of cricket.

THE Under 14s and 15s of LDCA played Warragul in a practice game in Leongatha on Sunday, the Under 15s on the turf and the Under 14s at the East Campus which is in great condition. The Under 15s won the toss and batted but struggled on the turf with the odd ball keeping down and some good consistent bowling and a lush outfield. Jack Keating (14) and Connor Epifano (14) top scored, Liam Keating (9 not out), Mark Crutchfield (7), Adam Busana (7) and Sam Farrington (6) were the main contributors.

Leongatha batted through 50 overs with some batsmen John Bastwrous and Nick Wylie getting some valuable batting on turf. After 50 overs the score was 97. Warragul batted after lunch and after 50 overs were 8/124 with everyone getting a bowl. Tim Sauvarin’s four overs saw 2/3 while John Bastwrous’ four claimed 2/7 which a good solid workout for both sides with both teams giving all players an opportunity. Leongatha play Warragul in the Under 15s’ first day at country week at Rosedale. The side need to be more determined and patient when batting and if they lose a wicket make sure they do not lose a couple of wickets immediately, but this will come with experience and confidence in one another. Bowling was very consistent, with only two wides and zero no balls, fielding was consistent but the side must ensure they watch the ball into the hands, one or two runs could be the difference. The Under 14s lost the toss and fielded at East Campus. Warragul were 5/120 off 40 overs with everyone getting a hit and everyone a bowl, mostly four overs. This was a good workout for both teams.

Leongatha will have to eliminate the no balls bowled (seven) but there were nine maidens. The fielding was good with five catches taken and no byes. Batting after lunch Koby Brann (12) and Jye Celebrine (7) opened and put on 16 for the first wicket; Damon Ginnane (4), Ben Perry (retired 17), Alex Geyer (retired 21), Jacob Beckwith (7), Matt Allen (7), Josh Excell (2), Adam Honeysett (5), Aaron Bardwell (6), Jai Ashbury (3), Jack Rosenow trying to hit the winning runs was bowled on the last ball for a duck, we were 8/114 off 40 overs. Some very good signs with the young bats showing ability and the top order solid, but a bit more patience when batting would help at times. A good workout for both teams and Leongatha meet Warragul on the first day in the Under 14s at Rosedale on January 6. The team’s are looking forward to country week in the Sale-Maffra region January 6 to 10, we are staying at Stratford so if you are in the area call in and give the boys some support. Scores will be daily on My Cricket. Clothing presentation and training will be Friday, January 3 at Wonthaggi Workmens Cricket Club, McMahon Reserve at 5pm, the side appreciate them offering their facilities. Thank you to every-

• Under 16s

Dyball gets four Good form: Sam Wentworth fires one down the pitch for the Cougars in C2 on Saturday. Photo by Mark Drury.

C Grade cricket OMK drew MDU 1st innings MDU 50 1st innings OMK G. Miller ret. ............................36 A. McKinnon r.o. .....................27 J. Greenwood c. C. Dyke b. J. Brown ...........................45 M. Dowel c. K. Newton b. C. Dyke ..............................3 T. Eustace c. J. Brown b. A. Horvarth ......................47 N. Audino b. C. Dyke.................5 P. Harper c. M. Darmanin b. C. Dyke ..............................5 L. Lamers c. T. Bright b. M. Darmanin ....................15 P. Miller c. S. Dunlop b. A. Horvarth ......................20 G. Lomagno n.o. ...................... 11 Extras ......................................45 Total ....................................8/259 Bowling: M. Perry 0/20, C. Dyke 0/9. PHILLIP ISLAND d NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena 87 1st innings Phillip Island R. Good c. b. J. Hoy .................27 R. Purcell lbw. b. J. Hoy ..........29 D. Mani r.o. ..............................15 M. Christopher n.o. ..................68 M. Sampson c. b. M. Walton......0 S. Cox lbw. b. B. Standfield .......4 B. Young n.o.............................37 Extras ......................................30 Total .......................... 5/210 (dec) Bowling: K. Clark 0/12, D. Grigg 0/27, G. Wightman 0/28, M. Trotto 0/43, B. Standfield 1/12, J. Hoy 2/25, M. Waltom 1/13, J. Kelly 0/18, M. Wardle 0/15. IMPERIALS def by TOWN 1st innings Imperials 99 1st innings Town G. Pouw b. R. Turner ...............30 G. Goss c. T. Pedlow b. R. Turner ..........................14 T. Willcocks b. T. Pedlow ........ 11 D. Goss c&b. M. Malloy..........10

B. Graham lbw. b. T. Pedlow .....0 J. Schelling lbw. b. G. Price .....38 M. Warren c. T. Pedlow b. M. Malloy ..........................2 R. Edwards c. D. Ginnane ..........4 J. Schelling n.o. ........................34 C. Dowling c. T. Pedlow b. T. Evans ..............................2 M. O’Loughjlin c. D. Ginnane b. T. Evans ..............................2 Extras ......................................31 Total .......................................178 Bowling: L. Bourke 0/15, P. McGavin 0/10, R. Turner 2/9, G. Forrester 0/22, T. Pedlow 2/11, M. Malloy 0/7. INVERLOCH def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens 9/233 1st innings Inverloch P. Johnson b..............................10 D. Clarkley b. ...........................39 W. Williams b. ..........................10 J. Jackson c.................................7 D. Lawton c................................3 I. Smith c. ...................................0 M. Billows c. ............................35 B. Phillips b..............................23 N. Williams n.o. .........................5 L. Johnson n.o. ...........................0 J. Brosnan c. ...............................0 Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................149 Bowling: L. Borne 3/38, C. Casey 0/18, S. Morison 1/29, C. Rigby 1/41, S. Roche 3/9, J. Sheerin 1/7. GLEN ALVIE d INVERLOCH 1st innings Glen Alvie 6/257 1st innings Inverloch L. Keily c. ..................................7 D. Furneaux r.o. .........................0 C. Butler n.o. ..............................5 D. Lawson b. ..............................0 H. Keily c. ..................................4 D. Snelling n.o. ..........................1 B. Dennerley c. ..........................9

F. Keily b. .................................26 S. Hayes c.................................29 Extras ......................................15 Total ...............................8/97 (cc) Bowling: A. Spradbury 1/19, B. Carr 3/11, J. Hull 0/6, T. Piasente 1/21, P. Palmer 1/20, P. Roberts 0/9, I. Thorn 0/2, D. Tiziani 0/1. KOONWARRA-L/RSL def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL 6/134 (cc) 1st innings Won Workmens T. Tootell b. L. O’Connor...........8 S. Knight b. L. O’Connor...........3 J. Licis c. S. Hillis b. L. O’Connor .......................0 W. McCall c. L. O’Connor b. P. Kennedy .......................18 M. Cadwallender c. M. Green b. L. O’Connor .......................6 A. Busana b. S. Wentworth ......35 M. Dobbie c. L. Hughes b. S. Wentworth ......................7 A. Geyer c. b. A. Piksons .........40 A. Ray c. L. Hughes b. R. Brown ..........................22 J. Brann c. M. Green b. R. Brown ............................0 P. McDonald n.o.........................0 Extras ......................................14 Total .......................................153 Bowling: S. Wentworth 2/23, L. O’Connor 4/20, R. Brown 0/32, P. Kennedy 1/41, A. Piksons 1/27, A. Vaughan 1/7. OMK d WON MINERS 1st innings OMK 5/304 (cc) 1st innings Won Miners B. Thatcher c&b. D. Wylie.......27 M. Thatcher c&b. D. Wylie......71 J. Waters c&b. D. Wylie .............4 G. Peters c. B. Maguire b. D. Wylie .............................1 P. Loos c. M. Gow b. D. Wylie .............................4 B. Mattock c. G. Adams b. D. Wylie .............................0

T. Nelson n.o. ...........................72 J. Harpreet Singh stp. M. Gow b. N. Paterson .......................25 D. Perryman n.o. ......................14 Extras ......................................17 Total .............................7/235 (cc) Bowling: D. Wylie 6/36, D. Wylie 0/65, G. Adams 0/40, B. Maguire 0/22, N. Paterson 0/21, J. Whiteside 0/35, R. Wyatt 0/9, B. Murphy 0/5.

MAX Dyball had two standout overs for the Wonthaggi Miners on Saturday morning bowling 4/0! Dyball clean bowled three of his victims assisting in his side’s 20 run win over OMK. MDU’s Olden and Riley had a fantastic opening stand of 101 to launch their side into a win against Poowong Loch at

the weekend. Kilcunda Bass made a gallant chase against Nerrena but was unable to get the win against consistent bowling. Workmens Brann and Farrington both made 40 retired not out in their side’s chase to victory against Phillip Island. The Imperials fell two runs short of victory against Fish Creek Tarwin in a very even match.

one who assisted in these practice games; coaches, umpires, scorers, cooks, it makes it so much easier. Thank you to the clubs for the use of their facilities and their grounds we used in these junior matches.

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 OMK........................................72 Won Workmens ......................72 Inverloch .................................68 Nerrena ...................................48 Town.........................................36 Imperials ..................................24 Phillip Island ............................24 Korumburra ................................0 A Grade Division 2 Won Miners ............................88 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................80 Kilcunda-Bass.........................60 Glen Alvie................................36 Fish Creek-Tarwin....................36 Poowong-Loch .........................24 MDU ........................................24 Foster........................................12 B Grade Division 1 OMK........................................66 Won Workmens ......................66 Phillip Island...........................60 MDU ........................................42 Inverloch ..................................36 Town.........................................30 Won Miners ..............................30 Nerrena .......................................6 B Grade Division 2 Imperials .................................86 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................74 Korumburra ...........................54 Foster.......................................42 Poowong-Loch .........................30 Glen Alvie ................................30 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................24 Fish Creek-Tarwin....................12 C Grade Division 1 Won Workmens ......................72 Phillip Island...........................54 OMK........................................54 Inverloch .................................48 Nerrena .....................................42 Town.........................................30 Imperials ..................................18 MDU ........................................18 C Grade Division 2 OMK........................................60 Kilcunda-Bass.........................60 Won Miners ............................54 Won Workmens ......................48 Koonwarra-L/RSL ...................42 Inverloch ..................................24 Glen Alvie ................................18 MDU ........................................12 Korumburra ................................6 Under 16 Kilcunda-Bass.........................42 Nerrena ...................................36 Phillip Island...........................36 Imperials .................................30 Fish Creek-Tarwin....................24 MDU ........................................18 Korumburra ..............................18 Won Workmens ........................12 Won Miners ..............................12 OMK ..........................................6 Poowong-Loch ...........................6

Nice day: serene conditions surrounded the pitch in this C2 game but batsmen couldn’t relax when Rachel Brown had the ball. Photo by Mark Drury.

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Red Caps can’t beat Cant OUTTRIM Moyarra Kongwak’s Nathan Cant brought the heat against Nerrena claiming eight wickets. The OMK paceman helped clear out the Red Caps order snagging three ducks in his 8/43 effort. This is three runs short of the club B Grade record. Cant managed to not be hindered by fatigue either bowling 24 of 68 overs in the innings and managing nine maidens. Despite a strong opening partnership by Nerrena of 101 the strong bowling from of OMK had them all out for 204, 37 runs short of their target. Four wickets from Thomas and three from Cox helped the Phillip Island Sharks to a win over the Wonthaggi Miners. The Miners were chasing 9/301 and were well on their way to the target with a great third order batting effort from Paul Hammer (70). A few ducks and single figure batting efforts slowed down the Miners assault having them all out for 215. MDU put up an excellent chase but fell short of their mammoth target on Saturday. The red and blue were chasing Wonthaggi Workmens’ 7/383 and were looking good mid innings. Robinson led the scor-

ing with 63 which included 10 fours while Sinclair (53) and McKnight(42 not out) also performed quite well. MDU fell 95 runs short with 9/288 at the end of the day. It was a close run home for Leongatha Town on Saturday falling just 23 runs short of their target. The Scorpions were chasing down Inverloch’s first innings score of 280 and got off to a top start with Hanks knocking 82. Four wickets from the

TOWN def by INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch 280 1st innings Town I. Hanks c. B. Sword b. W. Rankin.........................82 R. Templeton r.o. ......................21 W. Turner c. L. Sharrock b. B. Sword ............................3 N. Johnston lbw. b. W. Rankin.........................32 C. Bruce lbw. b. W. Rankin ......20 J. Withers r.o. ........................... 11 A. Fixter c. L. Sharrock b. W. Rankin.........................26 S. Browne r.o............................18 S. Fixter r.o.................................5

J. Bolge n.o. .............................23 S. Clark n.o. ...............................7 Extras ........................................9 Total ....................................9/257 Bowling: B. Sword 1/54, W. Hume 0/37, W. Rankin 4/65, J. Muir 0/57, E. Cousins 0/37. WON WORKMENS d MDU 1st innings Won Miners 7/383 (cc) 1st innings MDU C. Harris r.o. .............................18 C. Baillie lbw. b. M. McCall ......1 P. Robinson c. S. Brann b. L. McLean ........................63 T. Zukovskis c. C. Harvey b. L. McLean ........................14 B. Davey c. S. Coldebella b. M. McCall ........................16 T. Sinclair c. D. Turton b. C. Harvey .........................53 C. Hughes b. C. Harvey ...........39 L. Mercer r.o. .............................1

B. McKnight n.o. .....................42 S. Riley c. D. Turton b. C. Harvey ...........................6 K. Sinclair n.o. .........................12 Extras ......................................23 Total .............................9/288 (cc) Bowling: M. McCall 2/37, Z. Macdermid 0/42, C. Harvey 1/27, S. Coldebella 0/39, L. McLean 2/53, D. Turton 0/3, C. Harvey 2/34, R. Geyer 0/25, S. Brann 0/12. NERRENA def by OMK 1st innings OMK 6/241 (cc) 1st innings Nerrena T. Clark c. T. Knox b. J. Cochrane.......................66 W. Telfer b. N. Cant .................33 T. Trotman c. T. Knox b. N. Cant ...............................9 P. Matheson c. T. Knox

b. M. Cooke..........................47 A. Harrison c. T. Knox b. N. Cant ...............................0 C. Baudinette c. T. Knox b. N. Cant ...............................6 M. Croatto c. T. Knox b. N. Cant ...............................1 B. Croatto c. T. Knox b. N. Cant .............................18 P. Joseph b. N. Cant ...................0 D. Campbell lbw. b. N. Cant ......0 C. Dougherty n.o. .......................1 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................204 Bowling: N. Cant 8/43, B. Nation 0/30, R. White 0/8, D. McMeekin 0/21, J. Paterson 0/70, J. Cochrane 1/10, L. Jones 1/16. WON MINERS def by PHILLIP ISLAND 1st Innings Phillip Island 9/301 (cc) 1st innings Won Miners

R. Jones b. A. Thomas..............17 M. Schreck b. A. Thomas.........25 P. Hammer c. B. Johnston b. J. Cox ...............................70 D. Lambert c. L. Keating b. J. Blackwell ........................1 D. Beesey c. J. Keating b. P. Francis ..........................31 S. Ivekovic c. A. Finlayson b. J. Cox .................................9 C. Honeysett b. A. Thomas ......19 J. Loos c. B. Johnston b. L. Keating ........................14 J. Rumbold b. A. Thomas...........0 D. Jones c. M. Cleary b. J. Cox .................................0 P. Owen n.o. .............................21 Extras ........................................8 Total .......................................215 Bowling: T. Officer 0/24, J. Cox 3/62, A. Thomas 4/41, J. Blackwell 1/40, P. Francis 1/33, B. Johnston 0/12, L. Keating 1/0.

Going long: Korumburra batsman Trevor Allen made 16 runs not out during the six-over final innings.

Winning side: Korumburra batsman Mat Wrigley in Saturday’s B2 Grade match, in which Korumburra defeated Glen Alvie.

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 8 - December 21 Home team Grade A1 Korumburra Nerrena Won Workmens Town Grade A2 Won Miners Kilcunda-Bass Foster Fish Crk-Tarwin Grade B1 Inverloch MDU Phillip Island OMK Grade B2 Koonwarra-RSL Imperials Glen Alvie Poowong-Loch Grade C1 MDU Nerrena Won Workmens Town Grade C2 Won Workmens Korumburra Koonwarra-RSL Inverloch Won Miners

Stingrays Rankin helped keep Town in line and prevent them from getting the runs they need.

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

v v v v

Phillip Island OMK Imperials Inverloch

Kor Rec T. Rogers L Turf G. Laird Butch W B. McDonald WC 1 C. Salmon

v v v v

Glen Alvie Poowong-Loch MDU Koonwarra-RSL

Won Rec Bass 1 FGC FC Turf

A. Jordan B. Bek S. Lanyon V. Baskerville

v v v v

Won Workmens Town Nerrena Won Miners

I Turf Meen Cowes Outt

A. Roberts A. Stride N. Barnes M. Heenan

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Foster Fish Ck-TarwinL Kilcunda-Bass Korumburra

Koon Rec EC GA Rec Loch Rec

TBA TBA B. Stabb TBA

v v v v

Phillip Island OMK Imperials Inverloch

Dumb Nerr McMhn WC 2

TBA TBA M. Wishart TBA

v v v v v

OMK Glen Alvie MDU Kilcunda-Bass Bye

WSC KSC MMcK Inv Rec

TBA TBA TBA TBA

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Glen Alvie saved from outright JAMIE Glen saved Glen Alvie from an outright loss with a 96 run effort on Saturday. His hitting added to the side’s 230 run second innings which was in stark contrast of Glen Alvie’s first innings of just 48. Korumburra decided to play hard and fast cricket to try and get them over the line in the last six overs of the day but fell 39 runs short. The Cobras had to settle for a decent first innings victory which included 99 runs from Mat Wrigley. Big hitting from Higgins and Gray for the Leongatha Imperials set their side up for an easy win over Foster on Saturday.

The pair smashed out 91 and 45 respectively and a 99 run opening stand. This helped the Imps to declare at 7/218, 38 runs in front, and send Foster back into bat. Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL fired away on Saturday to get a big win over Fish Creek Tarwin. Brett Moore continued his form with 75 while lower order batsman Leo Enter was the other high achiever with 41. This gave the Cougars a 146 run victory. Poowong/Loch was unable to catch the score of Kilcunda/Bass first innings score of 9/222 thanks to good bowling from Shelton and Clay. The pair took 3/27 and 3/13 respectively limiting the Magpies to 9/158 after

their allocated overs. FISH CREEK-TARWIN def by KOONWARRA-L/RSL 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin 112 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL S. Moore c. T. Stybosh b. L. Edgelow .......................22 B. Moore b. T. Stybosh ............75 S. Anderson b. L. Buckland .......0 N. Arnup n.o.............................23 M. Boswell c. G. Buckland b. C. Fisher .............................1 P. Buckley n.o. .........................21 C. Moscript c. O. Straw b. J. Pouw .............................12 D. Bakers lbw. b. J. Pouw ..........6 L. Enter c. O. Brennan b. L. Edgelow .......................41 G. Sperling b. J. Pouw .............15 Extras ......................................42 Total ....................................8/258 Bowling: J. Pouw 3/28, L. Edgelow 2/36, L. Buckland 1/40, C. Fisher 1/32, T. Stybosh 1/36, O. Straw 0/32, O. Brennan 0/25, A. Law 0/6. FOSTER def by IMPERIALS 1st innings Foster 181 1st innings Imperials R. Higgins c. D. Lacasa

b. D. Williams ......................91 K. Gray b. S. Chaseling ...........45 J. Rushton c&b. J. Pilkington.....4 B. Davidson c. D. Lacasa b. R. Prain ..............................6 J. Ginnane b. A. Wilson .............2 M. Lafferty c. A. Wilson b. J. Chaseling ......................28 A. Meyer n.o. b. H. Griggs ........4 B. Wright n.o. .............................7 K. McGavin n.o..........................4 Extras ......................................27 Total .......................... 7/218 (dec) Bowling: J. Pilkington 1/62, J. Chaseling 1/37, S. Chaseling 1/26, A. Wilson 1/31, H. Griggs 0/21, R. Prain 1/13, D. Williams 1/16. 2nd innings Foster J. Pilkington c. M. Lafferty b. J. Rushton.........................19 S. Chaseling c. B. Wright b. J. Ginnane ........................63 A. Wilson b. K. McGavin ..........0 D. Williams b. J. Rushton ..........0 H. Griggs n.o. .............................2 D. Lacasa n.o............................12 Extras ......................................25 Total ....................................4/121 Bowling: Z. Price 0/18, B. Davidson 0/34, K. Gray 0/6, M. Lafferty 0/9, J. Rushton 2/11, K. McGavin 1/18, J. Ginnane 1/4, J.

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Last efforts: Glen Alvie bowler Jamie Glen took two wickets during the six over final innings after knocking a game saving 96 earlier in the day.

Ballagh 0/1, A. Meyer 0/13. KILCUNDA-BASS d POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 9/222 (cc) 1st innings Poowong-Loch G. Birnie c. P. Coleman b. H. Grace ...........................22 S. Magnusson c. S. Shelton b. S. Tapscott ........................34 G. Curry c. H. Grace b. D. Clay .............................50 R. Humphrey b. S. Shelton ......13 S. Head c. L. May b. S. Shelton ...........................3 A. Dixon ret. n.o. .......................4 M. Stephens b. S. Shelton ..........6 S. McKinnon c. S. Shelton b. D. Clay ...............................0 S. Farbus c. P. Coleman b. D. Clay ...............................0 A. Johnson n.o............................3 M. Hancock n.o. .........................2 Extras ......................................21 Total .............................9/158 (cc) Bowling: R. Duff 0/36, H. Grace 1/22, S. Tapscott 1/12, K. Condick 0/36, S. Shelton 3/27, D. Clay 3/13, B. Joseph 0/2, L. May 0/7. KORUMBURRA d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie 48 1st innings Korumburra 4/203 2nd innings Glen Alvie R. Slade c. T. Allen b. C. Mileto ............................5 J. Wheeler b. J. Oxlee ..............16 J. Glen c. J. Oxlee b. S. Harland ........................96 J. Burke b. J. Meade .................10 R. Burke r.o. .............................20 R. Ould stp. S. Harland ............55 A. McBride r.o. ..........................0 D. Burke b. J. Meade .................0 L. McRae c&b. S. Harland.........1 B. Davidson n.o........................10 B. McRae b. J. Oxlee .................2 Extras ......................................15 Total .......................................230 Bowling: J. Meade 2/58, C. Mileto 1/44, S. Harland 3/59, J. Oxlee 2/46, L. Miller 0/9, S. Hall 0/8. 2nd innings Korumburra J. Meade lbw. b. A. McBride .....6 M. Wrigley c. b. J. Glen .............4 T. Allen n.o. ..............................16 J. Oxlee b. J. Glen ......................5 Extras ........................................5 Total ......................................3/36 Bowling: A. McBride 1/15, J. Glen 2/19.

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Scorpions squeeze Imperials CONSISTENT bowling from Leongatha Town left the Imperials scratching their heads on Saturday. Five wickets to Ash Hickey helped clear out the Imps’ bottom order while usual big hitters were sent packing very early. Stand out in the Imps’ first 26 over innings was Luke Rogers who managed 62. With the side only making 103, well short of the Scorpions 9/234 the Imps were sent in for their second innings. Their top order performed well with cooler heads making 2/103 before stumps. Inverloch were unable to chase down the Won-

thaggi Workmens after their excellent 9/301 first innings. Kit Rotthier (57) tried to forge a way forward alongside captain Dylan Clark (21) but couldn’t make significant enough inroads to come close to the total. Jakeb Thomas was bowling fantastically for the Workmens helping to clear out the order claiming 4/34 in his 24 overs – 14 of which were maidens. Inverloch finished the day on 8/169, well short of their target. After a blistering bowling effort against Phillip Island the Red Caps kept things under wraps when they took to the crease. Big hitters included

lower order Caine Salmon on 55 not out and captain Damien Symmons on 48. Nerrena ended its innings all out for 219 while Phillip Island returned to bat and attempted to retain some respect. Korumburra couldn’t keep Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak in line on Saturday as the Diggers fired up their big hitters for a big win. Captain Jason Wilson led the charge with 67 while Kris Kerr complimented him with a nice 43. This all went towards the Diggers’ total of 8/246 in a solid win over Korumburra. PHILLIP ISLAND def by NERRENA

1st innings Phillip Island 85 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark c. J. Kingwill b. C. Keerthisinghe ..............34 D. Baldi c. C. Viljoen b. S. Kirton ...........................13 D. Trotman c. J. Kingwill b. C. Keerthisinghe ..............15 J. Trease c. J. Kingwill b. C. Keerthisinghe ..............15 B. Hayes b. C. Keerthisinghe .....0 D. Symmons b. D. Johnston.....48 T. Wightman lbw. b. C. Keerthisinghe ................0 C. Salmon n.o...........................55 R. Clark b. D. Johnston ..............0 Z. Trease c. T. McCoy b. C. Viljoen .........................21 T. Davison b. C. Viljoen .............3 Extras ......................................15 Total .......................................219 Bowling: S. Kirton 1/46, S. Boyack 0/10, C. Keerthisinghe 5/92, J. Kingwill 0/32, C. Viljoen 2/19, D. Johnston 2/7. 2nd innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland c. M. Clark b. T. Davison ........................14 J. Kingwill n.o. .........................22 J. Black n.o...............................54 Extras ........................................1

Total ......................................1/91 Bowling: J. Trease 0/10, R. Clark 0/14, T. Davison 1/35, Z. Trease 0/16, B. Hayes 0/16. OMK d KORUMBURRA 1st innings Korumburra 133 1st innings OMK A. Miller r.o..............................39 K. Kerr b. T. Lucas ...................43 J. Wilson c. I. Osman b. P. Dunlevie .......................67 T. Wyatt c. D. Salmon b. T. Lucas ..............................0 P. Dyer c. K. Miller b. P. Dunlevie .......................28 B. Wyatt c. P. Dunlevie b. I. Osman .............................8 R. Greaves c. K. Rigby b. I. Osman .............................8 P. Dell n.o. ..................................1 J. Van Rooye c. K. Miller b. K. Rigby ...........................35 Extras ......................................17 Total ....................................8/246 Bowling: A. Meade 0/42, J. Cook 0/9, D. Salmon 0/28, I. Osman 2/64, K. Rigby 1/28, D. Scott 0/18, P. Dunlevie 2/19, N. Allen 0/28, T. Lucas 2/1. IMPERIALS def by TOWN

1st innings Town 9/234 (cc) 1st innings Imperials G. Sauvarin c. D. Burge b. J. Burge ..............................6 R. McLennan c. L. Smith b. A. Ratnayake ......................2 T. Piddington c. L. Smith b. J. Burge ..............................0 L. Rogers stp. L. Smith b. M. Weerassinghe-Silva ....62 T. Perczyk stp. L. Smith b. A. Hickey ...........................8 T. Williams b. A. Hickey ............5 R. McGavin c. A. Ratnayake b. A. Hickey ...........................0 J. Parker c. J. Hume b. A. Hickey ...........................1 A. Eddy c. M. Weerasinghe-Silva b. A. Hickey ...........................3 L. Wright b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ........7 T. Sauravin n.o. ..........................0 Extras ........................................9 Total .......................................103 Bowling: A. Ratnayake 1/12, J. Burge 2/18, A. Hickey 5/45, M. Weerasinghe-Silva 2/22. 2nd innings Imperials G. Sauvarin b. M. Borschman..17 R. McLennan c. D. Burge b. M. Borschman ..................36

T. Piddington n.o. .....................27 L. Rogers n.o. ...........................10 Extras ......................................13 Total ....................................2/103 Bowling: A. Ratnayake 0/3, J. Burge 0/15, M. WeerasingheSilva 0/21, M. Borschman 2/16, M. Smith 0/17, J. Hume 0/8, A. Hickey 0/12. INVERLOCH def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens 9/301 1st innings Inverloch W. Taberner b. ............................6 N. Brayley c. ............................12 K. Rotthier b.............................57 D. Clark c. ................................21 J. Dennerley b. .........................10 J. Smith n.o. .............................24 J. Courtenay b. ...........................0 N. Goodall c. ..............................1 R. Thomas c. ............................16 L. Rankin n.o..............................1 Extras ......................................21 Total .............................8/169 (cc) Bowling: R. Thomas 2/36, S. Silliams 0/15, J. Thomas 4/34, L. Volpe 2/33, T. Hooper 0/9, G. Bolding 0/17, M. Thomas 0/11.

• A Grade, Division Two

Cougars snag outright IT was a slow day for Foster when facing Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL but a win wasn’t something that was on their mind. The Tigers were desperately trying to stay in for the entirety of day two to avoid an embarrassing outright loss to the Cougars and they almost pulled it off. In the third last over of the day Griggs was the tenth Tiger to fall handing the Cougars the 20 ladder points. Andrew Starret was the standout batsman for Foster with 44 while Sam Hughes and Sam Sperling were the standout bowlers

with three wickets each. Sperling finished with 10 for the match. Glen Alvie failed to find a solid stand in their chase of Kilcunda/Bass’ 9/203. It was a good bowling lineup facing Glen Alvie but Tiziani managed to make 32 in the tough conditions in an order leading performance. Glen Alvie only managed 151 before there were all dismissed in 67.4 overs. A partnership of 70 between Miners’ Warren and Andrighetto was a good start to their 191 run innings. Good bowling from Poowong/Loch’s Oliver, Adderley and Hancock

was not enough to stop the Miners’ victory. Triple wickets to Jack Flanders and Alastair Straw was vital in keep MDU from their target on Saturday. MDU was chasing Fish Creek Tarwin’s first innings score of 7/245 but couldn’t find consistency or a scorer over 20 runs ending their day all out for 134.

POOWONG-LOCH def by WON MINERS 1st innings PoowongLoch 125 1st innings Won Miners A. Warren b. M. Adderley ........54 B. Andrighetto c. A. Fisher b. N. Findlay ........................24 P. Nelson c. M. Adderley b. T. Hancock .......................28

G. Kent c. A. Fisher b. M. Adderley .......................6 J. Andrighetto c. P. Fort b. C. Oliver...........................32 J. Honeysett b. R. Knox ...........15 C. Thomas b. T. Hancock ...........1 R. Birkett c. b. N. Hancock ........7 B. Foon c. M. Adderley b. R. Knox ..............................0 D. Loos n.o.................................1 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................191 Bowling: C. Oliver 1/38, M. Loader 0/33, N. Findlay 1/39, M. Adderley 2/21, A. Fisher 0/20, T. Hancock 2/22, N. Hancock 1/7, R. Knox 2/0. GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 9/203 (cc) 1st innings Glen Alvie S. Smith lbw. b. A. Donohue ....21 A. Simpson b. C. Davidson......15 A. Hamilton c. b. C. Davidson ...6 T. Luckhurst c. b. J. Mahood.... 11 J. Tiziani b. C. Davidson ..........32 D. Hales c. A. Donohue b. J. Mahood.........................24

Clean bowled: this ball from Darcy O’Connor was too quick for Foster’s Scott Jeffery, sending the bails flying. Photo by Mark Drury. D. Williams c. A. Oats b. J. Mahood.........................25 D. Gilbert r.o. .............................0 D. Hateley c&b. A. Donohue .....0 J. Hamilton b. J. Mahood ...........5 J. Hales n.o. ................................0 Extras ......................................12 Total .......................................151 Bowling: D. Pipicelli 0/8, B. Egeberg 0/11, C. Davidson 3/30, A. Donohue 2/54, J. Mahood 4/45.

Eyes on the ball: Josh Moore watches his delivery fly down the pitch at the Leongatha turf. Photo by Mark Drury.

MDU def by FISH CREEK-TARWIN 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin 7/245 (cc) 1st innings MDU M. Olden r.o. ..............................9 M. Le Page c. A. Straw b. J. Flanders ..........................0 W. Prosser b. B. Coates ............17 S. Arnup c. B. Coates b. A. Straw............................20

C. Hoober c&b. J. Danckert .....12 C. Le Page c. W. Cocksedge b. J. Flanders ........................13 M. Olden c. J. Danckert b. J. Flanders ..........................4 T. Harris n.o. ............................17 M. Martin c. T. Willliamson b. A. Straw..............................8 J. Riley c. N. Wilkins b. A. Straw..............................5 M. Patching c. W. Cocksedge b. H. Buckland .......................2 Extras ......................................27 Total .......................................134 Bowling: J. Flanders 3/24, A. Straw 3/40, J. Danckert 1/22, J. Buckland 0/11, B. Coates 1/20, H. Buckland 1/11. KOONWARRA-L/RSL d FOSTER 1st innings Foster 46 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL 6/172

2nd innings Foster M. Lynch c. J. Hughes b. J. Moore ...........................10 G. Tanner r.o...............................4 S. Jeffery b. D. O’Connor ........16 T. Smith c&b. S. Sperling ..........3 J. Prain c&b. C. Sherriff.............6 A. Starret n.o. ...........................44 S. Lanyon c. J. Kennedy b. S. Hughes ...........................7 S. Corrie c. S. Sperling b. S. Hughes ...........................0 G. Collis lbw. b. S. Hughes ........3 B. Corrie b. S. Sperling ..............0 F. Griggs c. J. Moore b. S. Sperling ..........................0 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .......................................104 Bowling: S. Turner 0/7, S. Hughes 3/31, S. Sperling 3/43, C. Sherriff 1/4, N. Toms 0/4, J. Moore 1/7, D. O’Connor 1/5, B. Tomada 0/0.

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Kings of the hill By Jacob de Kunder TWO Leongatha business men Greg Ackland and Brett Hayward have been continuing their domination of the Australian Hill Climb racing scene. The pair recently came in first and second respectively at the Australian Hill Climb Championships at Mt Cotton, Queensland. Ackland was crowned Australian champion with his record breaking run of

36.22 around the course . “Breaking the track record was pretty exciting especially because it was Brett’s record which made it even better,” he said. The pair has a good rivalry on the track but Ackland said it’s not too cut throat off the black stuff. “There’s always been nothing in it between us. That rivalry has been there forever,” Ackland said. “The year I came second in the championships, he came first.” Hayward agrees that it is a healthy rivalry. “We’ve been racing

against each other for years and years and the last couple of years I have probably had the wood on him but I guess it was only a matter of time he pulled one over me,” he said. “It was a close battle all weekend so he was certainly excited about the win.” The pair uses their expertise in mechanics (Ackland Automotive Repairs) and engineering (Hayward Engineering) to build their own custom cars to race. “I got involved with hill climbing about 20

years ago, first racing at Boisdale near Maffra which is a dirt circuit,” Ackland said. “Brett and I then started building bitumen cars because we were sick of washing the cars after every meeting. “I built my first one in around 2006 with Brett building his first a couple of years before that. “I built the one I took the championship two years ago but spent a week or so in the shed doing a few changes before making this trip to Queensland.

Winners: Malcolm Oastler (third), Greg Ackland (first) and Brett Hayward (second) on the podium for the Australian Hill Climb Championships. Photo credit Peter Marshman.

In action: Australian Hill Climb Champion Koonwarra’s Greg Ackland burning up the track at Mt Cotton in Queensland where he secured his title. Photo credit Peter Marshman.

“The cars tend to just evolve; this is the eighth car I have built.” Ackland’s custom racer runs a Kawasaki ZX14-R which he has bored and stroked to 1570cc after sourcing parts from the US and building the engine up himself. The open wheeler also

runs advanced motorcycle engine tuning software from Woolich Racing which Ackland says could have given him the edge. The car Hayward took to the competition has won twice on the track before. “It is four years old now but it was the quickest I have ever been up

there and I got the fastest average time trophy,” Hayward said. His custom built open wheeler runs a Suzuki Hayabusa 1600cc engine. Both racers have competed around Australia and Internationally in the sport and are members of the Gippsland Car Club.

Storm’s Alberton girls shine THE Alberton Netball Region will be well represented when Gippsland Storm Elite Netball Club take to the courts in 2014. The 2014 squads, recently announced after three vigorous weeks of selections, were given their first taste of what is to come in the next few months, with the girls being put through their paces at a recent pre-season fitness testing day. All squad members will be asked to complete a seven week pre-season training program, which looks to improve a wide range of key areas prior to all players returning for the clubs annual pre-season camp in late January. Gippsland Storm senior coach Simon O’Shanassy

is confident the number of Alberton FNL players representing his club will continue to grow over the coming years. “The Alberton Netball region has always been relatively well represented, but now over 10 per cent of our entire playing group comes from the Alberton region, and with the wealth of talent that I’ve personally seen across the region in 2013, we would next be hoping for a figure of somewhere closer to 20 per cent in 2015,” he said. Gippsland Storm’s 2014 pre-season camp will be held at the summit camp in Trafalgar from January 24 to 26. The camp is always challenging, but also a fun weekend had by all to prepare for the 2014 season. This comes as two of the Storm’s current Under 15 teams secured premierships recently.

Great game: Kieran, Blake, Maddison, Sally, Daniel and Murray from the South Coast Specialist School tried their hand at bocce recently.

Youth try bocce CHILDREN from the South Gippsland Specialist School enjoyed gentle exercise at the bocce courts in Korumburra recently. The players now look forward to competing with other interested players in the neighbouring towns. In other news Jack Quick kindly donated his time and made tables and chairs

for the bocce courts at the Richards Street Reserve so interested players could have a social game with a cuppa at the courts. For those interested in having gentle exercise while playing this social sport please contact Shirley on 5657 3350. It is an ideal exercise for men’s shed groups, Italian clubs, hospital day programs, as well as being a special Olympics sport.

Uniform boost for local clubs SEVEN sporting clubs in the South Gippsland Shire can look forward to new club uniforms courtesy of the Victorian Coalition Government’s Sporting Uniform Grants Program.

Top picks: Storm’s Alberton netballers chosen for season 2014 are, back, from left, Emily Semple,(Phillip Island) Sophie Scott, (Inverloch) Tyler Riley, (MDU) Emma Watkins, (Fish Creek) Lauren Redpath, (MDU) Holly Monaghan, (Stony Creek) Taylah Turner (Kilcunda Bass), front, Paris Rogers, (Fish Creek) Shannon Danckert, (Fish Creek) Jacqui Snooks (Korumburra-Bena), Hayley Morris,( Phillip Island) and Alana Hanegraaf (Korumburra-Bena).

Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan said the grants, of up to $1,000, would be a significant boost to these clubs and their identification throughout the community and their various sporting disciplines. “Team uniforms are more than just colours, they represent local sporting traditions and community pride,” Mr Ryan said. “This funding boost will not only benefit existing club players, but hopefully attract

new members who are also keen to show their support for their club and to look and feel part of the team.” Mr Ryan said the following clubs would share in close to $6,500 of Coalition Government funding: • Leongatha Town Netball Club - $1,000; • Nyora Cricket Club - $1,000; • Foster Cricket Club - $1,000; • Prom Coast Soccer Club - $756; • Poowong-Loch Cricket Club - $960; • Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak Cricket Club - $780; and • South Coast Boardriders - $970. “These local clubs are among a total of 442 across Victoria to share in more than $425,000 worth of Sporting Uniform Grants Program funding,” Mr Ryan said.

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LPS aths action Great mates: Bailey Close, Cameron Sumalinog and Luke Murphy loving the races at the Leongatha Primary School athletics.

Here for Ava: Heather and John Bennett supporting their granddaughter Ava at the LPS junior school athletics.

Happy players: skilled up South Gippsland soccer players completed a Skills Acquisition Program recently.

Young soccer players all skilled up THE South Gippsland Skills Acquisition Program (SAP) recently completed its summer season with 20 players completing 15 sessions over the last three months across various venues in South Gippsland. The program operates nationwide to provide young players 9 – 13 years of age with the opportunity to develop their football skills based on the National Curriculum. The players selected have had the opportunity to hone their skills with

specialised age appropriate coaching allowing for the best local players to train with other talented players from other local clubs. The program also included two Gala days at Knox Football Centre where the players came up against other (SAP) across Victoria. The program has had a positive impact for players according to Wonthaggi United player Blake Cornelis. “It’s been great getting a chance to train at the next level up from our clubs,” he said. “I’ve had fun, the gala days es-

pecially were a great chance to play against other programs.” Skills Acquisition State Manager Ivan Jolic is thrilled with the new foundation squad. “The program has been a great success and will continue in 2014, many other local players will get the opportunity to trial and be part of future programs,” he said. “We welcome South Gippsland to the (SAP) family.” Local players should watch out for the next round of trials in the early part of 2014.

Alberton Football League draw - 2014 Round 5: May 3 Phillip Island v Kilcunda-Bass I-K v Dalyston Kor-Bena v Fish Creek Tarwin v Stony Creek DWWWW v Foster MDU v Toora

Round 1: April 5 Kilcunda-Bass v I-K Dalyston v Fish Creek Phillip Island v Kor-Bena Stony Creek v DWWWW Foster v Toora Tarwin v MDU Round 2: April 12 Fish Creek v Kilcunda-Bass Kor-Bena v Dalyston I-K v Phillip Island Toora v Stony Creek MDU v Foster DWWWW v Tarwin Round 3: April 19 Foster v Fish Creek (Night) Dalyston v Kilcunda-Bass Phillip Island v Stony Creek I-K v Kor-Bena DWWWW - Bye MDU - Bye Tarwin - Bye Toora - Bye Round 4: April 26 Kilcunda-Bass v Kor-Bena Dalyston v Phillip Island Fish Creek v I-K Stony Creek v MDU Foster v Tarwin Toora v DWWWW

Round 6: May 10 Fish Creek v Phillip Island Stony Creek v Foster Tarwin v Toora MDU v DWWWW Kilcunda-Bass - Bye Dalyston - Bye I-K - Bye Kor-Bena - Bye Round 7: May 17 Dalyston v Stony Creek Fish Creek v Tarwin I-K v MDU Foster v Kilcunda-Bass Toora v Kor-Bena DWWWW v Phillip Island INTERLEAGUE - May 24 Round 8: May 31 Kilcunda-Bass v DWWWW Kor-Bena v Tarwin Phillip Island v Toora Dalyston v Foster Stony Creek v I-K MDU v Fish Creek Round 9: June 7 Kilcunda-Bass v Stony Creek Kor-Bena v Foster Phillip Island v MDU I-K v DWWWW Tarwin v Dalyston Fish Creek v Toora Round 10: June 14 MDU v Dalyston Stony Creek v Fish Creek Tarwin v I-K

Foster v Phillip Island Toora v Kilcunda-Bass DWWWW v Kor-Bena

Fish Creek v Kor-Bena Stony Creek v Tarwin Foster v DWWWW Toora v MDU

Round 11: June 21 Dalyston v DWWWW Fish Creek v Foster I-K v Toora Tarwin v Kilcunda-Bass MDU v Kor-Bena Phillip Island - Bye Stony Creek - Bye

Round 17: August 2 Kilcunda-Bass v Dalyston Phillip Island v Fish Creek Kor-Bena v I-K Foster v Stony Creek Toora v Tarwin DWWWW v MDU

Round 12: June 28 Kilcunda-Bass v MDU Kor-Bena v Stony Creek Phillip Island v Tarwin Foster v I-K Toora v Dalyston DWWWW v Fish Creek

Round 18: August 9 Dalyston v Toora Fish Creek v DWWWW I-K v Foster Stony Creek v Phillip Island Tarwin v Kor-Bena MDU v Kilcunda-Bass

Round 13: July 5 I-K v Kilcunda-Bass Fish Creek v Dalyston Kor-Bena v Phillip Island DWWWW v Stony Creek Toora v Foster MDU v Tarwin

Round 19: August 16 Kilcunda-Bass v Tarwin Kor-Bena v MDU Stony Creek v Dalyston Toora v Phillip Island DWWWW v I-K Foster - Bye Fish Creek - Bye

Round 14: July 12 Kilcunda-Bass v Fish Creek Dalyston v Kor-Bena Phillip Island v I-K Stony Creek v Toora Foster v MDU Tarwin v DWWWW Round 15: July 19 Kor-Bena v Kilcunda-Bass Phillip Island v Dalyston I-K v Fish Creek MDU v Stony Creek Tarwin v Foster DWWWW v Toora Round 16: July 26 Kilcunda-Bass v Phillip Island Dalyston v I-K

ELIMINATION FINAL ELIMINATION FINAL 2nd SEMI FINAL 1st SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

August 23 August 24 August 30 August 31 Sept 6 Sept 13

Go Green: Neta Watkins and Zayn Clark, the green team Herrald.

Alberton draw released THE official Alberton Football Netball League draw for 2014 was released recently and will be based on an 18 round system. The draw itself denotes 19 rounds with an extra round created on the Easter weekend with teams given a chance to move one of their clashes from throughout the season to Easter Saturday. This special Easter round will see some fierce local battles in the form of Dalyston and Kilcunda-Bass clashing heads in the Magpies dome while Foster will host Fish Creek in a night match. Teams in the eastern and western end of the competition will play their neighbours twice where possible creating a fairer league and cutting down travel for outlying clubs. Western clubs will surely welcome

only having to make a single trip if any to the far eastern reaches of the league after Yarram left the competition earlier this year. The season kicks off on April 5 and winds up on August 16 with finals leading up to the ultimate game on September 13. Round four will see the much anticipated grand final replay between Kilcunda-Bass and what is likely to be a new look Korumburra-Bena side in the Panther’s pen. May 24 will be a break for the entire league except for the elite who will be representing the region in an interleague battle. With most senior teams already hitting the training track 2014 is shaping up to be a big year in the new look, 12 team Alberton Football Netball League.

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