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CHRISTMAS magic came early at Meeniyan last Thursday when Tarwin Valley Primary School students, from left, Lachlan, Bryn, Phuc and Hudson said goodbye to their beloved school. They donned festive attire for the occasion, in wishing the rest of South Gippsland best wishes for Christmas and 2015. More photos on page 37.
BEACH TRAGEDY Venus Bay drowning sparks warning
By Tayla Kershaw SURF life savers claim pipi harvesting is hindering rescues at Venus Bay, in the wake of a drowning on Sunday. A man died at Number Four Beach, after emergency services were called around 2.45pm following reports of people in trouble in the water. However surf life savers said they were unable to drive to the scene of the drowning promptly, due to the distance from their base at Number One beach to Number Four beach, as well as crowds of people harvesting pipis leaving holes across the beach. “Normally you can drive at a decent speed between the beaches,” Venus Surf Life Saving Club senior vice president Simonetta Seri said.
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“Pipi collecting makes access very difficult.” By the time emergency services reached Number Four beach, two men had reached shore. One was suffering from water inhalation and shock, and was treated by Ambulance Victoria paramedics. The third man – a 20 year old from Melbourne – was missing and later found dead 30m out in shallow water by senior surf life saving club members. Ambulance Victoria paramedics and Surf Life Saving Club members conducted CPR on the man but were unable to revive him. Ms Seri said the same issue with pipi harvesters caused the club drama last year, when a child went missing on the beach on Christmas Day. Due to crowds of people, mostly pipi collectors, she was unable to get the four wheel drive out of second gear.
Number One beach is the only patrolled beach in Venus Bay. The club has considered placing patrol facilities at Number Five beach to improve response times. However this plan is hindered by lack of funding and manpower. “It’s not as simple as it may appear. It costs us in excess of $100,000 just to patrol at Number One beach,” Ms Seri said. Ms Seri said Number One beach is the safest designated spot for swimming at Venus Bay if everyone swims between the flags. There has never been a drowning between the flags. Surf Life Saving Victoria operations manager Greg Scott said the Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club did a remarkable job on Sunday under the circumstances. Continued on page 4.
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Teens evade siege WONTHAGGI teenagers Christopher Leaver and Coral Gordon are counting their blessings.
The pair avoided the infamous Sydney siege by just 20 minutes last Monday, December 15. A sole gunman claimed the lives of two innocent victims and held 17 people hostage. The 17 hour conflict was not resolved until 2am on the Tuesday. On Sunday night, they had walked across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and wandered through Martin Place – the scene of the siege the next day. By Monday morning, the mood had escalated to panic and the area was cordoned off. “I was shocked,” Christopher said. “I didn’t know what I was supposed to do. It was pretty scary.” After spending several days in the city’s CBD, the 19 year olds were set to head home on the Monday night with one final spot they wanted to visit – the popular Lindt cafe in Martin Place where the gunman held hostages. “We had planned to go to the cafe early because we had to check out of our hotel at 10am,” Christopher said. “We didn’t leave until after checkout, took a few wrong turns and when we finally got to Martin Place there were police everywhere.” Police urged the couple on. “We didn’t know what was happening and we just wanted a hot chocolate,” Christopher said. “We went to Westfield, where we worked out what was going on.” A friend called to alert Christopher of the hostage situation in the cafe and he searched the internet for news of the incident.
“I felt pretty uncomfortable and insecure,” Coral said. “We were told to get out of populated areas. All the trains and buses had been diverted in the city and there were lots of police on patrol. “Later on we heard there were more bombs located around the city and we wanted to get out.” Without public transport, the pair was unable to get to the airport. Concerned for their safety, they walked three hours to the airport to ensure they would make their flight home. “Despite what was happening, the people in the city were acting very calm,” Christopher said. “Everyone was just gradually making their way out of the city.” They were thrilled their flight was not cancelled but their flight path was modified to avoid flying directly over the city. Christopher said they both felt incredibly grateful they were running late. Coral followed the news closely after their encounter, trying to work out what the gunman’s intentions had been. “The outcome was really sad. You think everyone will get out safe but this time it wasn’t the case,” she said. Christopher was relieved the ordeal was over and felt he learnt to appreciate things more after the experience. “I’m so grateful we weren’t involved,” he said. “I’ve very thankful for the extra 20 minutes it took for us to get there.”
Thankful: Wonthaggi’s Christopher Leaver and Coral Gordon are happy to be home after narrowly avoiding involvement in the horrific Sydney siege at Martin Place on Monday, December 15.
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Glenn Birt said the arrests on both occasions were a fantastic result for police. Police Chief Commissioner Ken Lay recently said police will be looking at alternative approaches to combat the impact of drugs, ice in particular. One of these alternative methods is the increased use of social media. Dob in a Dealer is the most recent online campaign, in which police have been appealing to the public to report suspicious behaviour to their local police or anonymously through Crime Stoppers. “We are keen to hear from anyone who has information,” Sergeant Birt said.
“We rely on information from the public to help us arrest traffickers.” Police in the Bass Coast area have also been using the Senior Constable Brett Facebook page to alert the public about any serious crimes or police operations happening in the area. “Police have been using social media to broaden their engagement with the community,” Sergeant Birt said. “Information through Facebook pages like the Victoria Police page and the Senior Constable Brett page may help us attack the big ticket drug ice in our area.”
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Continued from page 1. “With the onset of the holiday season, I would like to take this opportunity to remind the public about the dangers of swimming at unpatrolled beaches, or in dangerous conditions,” Wonthaggi Police’s Senior Sergeant Steve Gibson said. “Inexperienced swimmers should avoid swimming at unpatrolled beaches and should seek advice from Surf Life Saving Victoria personnel before entering the water at all.”
Senior Sergeant Gibson said many local beaches are subject to rips and undertows, and emergency services are committed to making sure the holiday period was not marred by more tragedies. “Members of the public can provide the greatest assistance by recognising their own ability in the water and acting responsibly in selecting swimming spots,” he said. A report will be prepared for the Coroner. The deceased man’s relatives in China have
been notified by the Chinese Consulate and are flying to Australia. The inflatable rescue boat (IRB) was immediately redirected to another rescue at Beach Three after the incident on Beach Four. The members were able to get to the third beach on time and saved another person’s life. Venus Bay’s beaches have a reputation for adverse conditions for swimmers, such as rips and unexpected tides.
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The outage was originally scheduled to be completed by 4.30pm, Tuesday, December 9, but power was not restored until 1.40am, Wednesday, December 10. The outage was related to construction of the Bald Hills Wind Farm. Stephen Ball was one of the farmers affected. He
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Snappy cat rescued A CAT thanked a volunteer firefighter who rescued it from a tree by biting him on the hand.
The Leongatha Country Fire Authority was called to Coyne Lane on Saturday to rescue a cat stuck up a tree for four days. As firefighter Ben Patterson climbed closer to the cat, the farther up the tree it climbed. A few squirts of water encouraged the cat closer to Mr Patterson and it was soon caught, only to thank him by biting him on the hand and drawing blood. Long time CFA member Andy Kay said the incident was the first time a cat had been rescued from a tree during his service with the brigade.
Got him: Leongatha CFA firefighter Ben Patterson with the rescued cat before it bit him on the hand.
Lightning triggers emergency By Stuart Biggins AN INVERLOCH house was struck by lightning on Monday, December 16, causing around $100,000 worth of damage. Lightning struck the television antenna at about 10.30pm. If they had been watching television, the husband and wife – who wished to remain anonymous - would have been sitting right under the antenna. “It doesn’t bear thinking about,” the lady said. A neighbour was up watching the spectacular light show and saw a massive fireball erupt above the couple’s house as lightning struck the antenna. Inverloch CFA captain Allan Williamson estimated the house would have sustained $100,000 damage. Six CFA units attended the incident. Fire-
fighters found shell shocked residents and the traumatised occupants of the house, which was reduced to an absolute mess. The owner of the house described it as “lightning on steroids.” Stuart Woods, resident of nearby Streeton Court, described the lightning as incredibly close. “Two thunderclaps shook the house more than the earthquakes we have experienced,” he said. “The lightning was forked and lit up the sky. It was frightening.” Lightning tore a hole in the roof of the house and scattered shards of tiles all around the back yard. A window was shattered. The plaster ceiling dropped, hanging suspended by the electrical wiring in the kitchen and living room. Light globes were broken, and light fittings and a piece of skirting board were blasted three metres across the kitchen and broke the handle off a cup sitting on a shelf above
the refrigerator. By strange coincidence, the house has been struck by lightning twice in three weeks. Both times, one of two television sets have been rendered useless, including the new set. A whole section of air conditioning ducting in the ceiling is missing, seemingly vaporised. The lightning travelled down to the steel reinforcing in the concrete and shattered concrete. The smart meter blew up, but the occupants said they were fortunate the circuit breakers tripped the power supply and the house did not go up in flames. “We suffered major damage,” said the resident, “but it would have been much worse if we didn’t have a modern wiring system.” A spokesperson at the Bureau of Meteorology, Andrea Peace, said while all thunderstorms produce lightning, it was not possible to forecast the frequency or intensity of the lightning associated with individual storms.
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Carols at the Creek THE community of Korumburra came together to celebrate the arrival of the Christmas season with the annual Carols at the Creek on Friday night. Held at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, the park provided the perfect backdrop for carol singing led by
the South Gippsland Concert Band, its conductor Eric Cross, and soloists Kerrie Giles and Robin Simpson. Gavin Van Eede was the expert compere, Santa made an arrival and some beautiful carols were sung in the relaxed atmosphere at the park. Candles were lit up as the night wore on with plenty of food and drinks on hand.
Above, Leading the way: Kerrie Giles and Robin Simpson were the soloists at the Korumburra carols event, backed by the South Gippsland Concert Band. Santa’s helpers: from left, Edward Crawford, Natasha Calvert and Alison Shuttleworth were front and centre at Korumburra’s Carols at the Creek.
ight, Christmas fun: little Flynn Fowkes with parents Jeanette and Stephen Fowkes were loving the carols.
Korumburra Christmas delights KORUMBURRA was the place to be on Friday evening, with activities up and down both sides of Commercial Street and late night shopping bringing a festive air to the centre of the town.
Singing along: local vets were out in force at the carols at Coal Creek. Pictured are, left, Crystal McClay and Melissa Westhead getting into the Christmas spirit.
Wind farm nears completion By Tayla Kershaw BALD Hills Wind Farm general manager Matthew Croome has confirmed the 66kv power line construction is complete and rehabilitation works will start in February. The first generation of electricity will occur in late January. Quarry trucks travelling back and forth from the wind farm have caused damage to the roads, which will be repaired in the new year. “We have been working with South Gippsland Shire Council to carry out road condition inspections,” Mr Croome said. Road construction signs will stay in the place until the entire project is completed. Revegetation will take place next
winter. Once the project is finished, Mr Croome said the community will start seeing environmental benefits, including sufficient renewable emission free electricity to 62,000 households. The carbon emissions from the manufacture, transport and construction of the wind farm is expected to be offset by the first six months of generation. Mr Croome also addressed the recent power outage, which affected 58 households and a number of dairies. “The delay was caused by vandalism of equipment and safe practices had to be done before we could turn the power back on,” he said. “We have been in contact with those who were impacted.” Mr Croome said any future outage will be to finish the remaining 22kv works. This is scheduled to happen in February.
At the bottom of the street, the Korumburra Car Club gathering made a spectacular sight, while at the top of the street, in the top pub car park, go karts were popular with the younger driving set. In between, Santa was kept busy with children eager to have their photographs taken with him. Santa said his team of elves had all gifts wrapped and were busy loading the sleigh in readiness for Christmas Eve. The reindeer, he said, were ready to go. Shop windows featured Christmas stockings and nativity scenes and there were animals to nurse, colouring in competitions and jumping castles. Surveying proceedings, Keith Kelly, president of the Korumburra Round Table which coordinated the event with the Korumburra Business Association, was delighted with the variety of attractions and the way the evening unfolded. The street event was designed to complement Carols by Candlelight which was to follow at Coal Creek.
Tidings: from left, Kahli Butler and Annie Osborne show off their skills. Kahli will be happy with whatever Santa brings her while Annie sends everyone her best wishes.
Sleigh belles: from left, Sean McDonough, Jess Staben, Glen Halliday and Harley Elms with Leo the Christmas Lion at the Korumburra Car Club gathering.
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’Burra water bailout By Laura Gibb THE Victorian Environment and Water Minister Lisa Neville will consider switching on Wonthaggi’s never used desalination plant if water reserves in Korumburra became too low.
Ms Neville has asked her staff to brief her on Korumburra’s water supply. “Every community deserves water security,” she said. “Currently I am advised that Korumburra’s water storages are in good shape.” The town has several small reservoirs which are affected by issues such as silt. A year ago, South Gippsland Water asked the State Government to install a pipeline that could bring water from Lance Creek Reservoir to Korumburra if Korumburra’s reserves dropped too low. South Gippsland Water submitted a business case to the previous State Government for $21.4 million to connect Korumburra to
Lance Creek Reservoir. If Lance Creek Reservoir becomes too low, it can be refilled from Melbourne’s water supply and from the desalination plant, if it was ever brought into operation. Ms Neville said the desalination plant would be used if drought conditions necessitated it. “Labor commissioned the desalination plant at Wonthaggi when the state’s water storages were dangerously low - the lowest on record,” she said. “It remains Victoria’s insurance policy against drought. “No one but the former Water Minister, Peter Walsh, believes Victoria won’t go through another drought. “The desalination plant, along with a range of other infrastructure and water saving programs, means that communities at risk of running dry have a safe and reliable source of water.” Former Bass Coast Shire mayor Cr Neil Rankine, speaking personally and not on behalf of council, said he would be concerned if the Water Minister considered switching on the desalination plant. “I’d have some concerns,” he said.
“When you’re short of water, the other solution is to take water from rivers and ground water.” Cr Rankine was secretary of Watershed Victoria, a group that protested the construction of the desalination plant at Wonthaggi. Environmental concerns around desalination plants are mostly about the energy required to run the plant, and the environmental impact of brine concentrate and other waste products. South Gippsland Water’s Long Term Water Supply Demand Strategy identifies the connection of Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora to the Lance Creek Reservoir and using the Melbourne supply system as a back-up. That approach is the most economical long-term option to secure the water supplies of these townships, South Gippsland Water’s acting managing director Rob McKaige said. “South Gippsland Water will submit a revised business case to the New Water Minister, Lisa Neville in due course,” he said. As at December 15, Korumburra’s reservoirs were 89 per cent full. South Gippsland Water will start pumping a supplementary water supply from the Tarwin River during January.
Budget bid By Tayla Kershaw SUPPORTERS of the Stony Creek Equestrian and Exhibition Centre have appealed to South Gippsland Shire Council for extra funding.
The horse enthusiasts would like the centre considered in council’s 201516 budget and have asked for $450,000. Council’s OurSay forum placed the Equestrian and Exhibition Centre fourth in the community’s top budget priorities. Council CEO Tim Tamlin endorsed the project at the OurSay workshop in Meeniyan on November 25 but said the main challenge would be funding.
In order to get the project off its feet, a feasibility study needs to be undertaken, council must increase the already allocated funds, and a feasibility consultant needs to answer questions regarding the economic and business plan. The proposed centre would be built at the Stony Creek Racecourse, and include an indoor arena, and additional stall and stables for competition days. There are no similar facilities in any of the surrounding shires. Werribee is the closest exhibition centre – at least a three hour drive away. Middle Tarwin’s Federation Equestre Internationale eventing judge Bev Shandley believed the facility would be a fantastic opportunity for a signifi-
cant tourist attraction. It would also boost Leongatha’s businesses, particularly with competitors requiring food, fuel and accommodation. In Sale, a four day show jumping competition attracted 2000 visitors, creating a significant cash flow to the town. A recent survey from an area south east of Melbourne to far East Gippsland resulted in 100 per cent support for a facility to be built in South Gippsland. The OurSay results showed local support as well. “We’ve had so much support, it has astounded us,” Ms Shandley said. “We need the feasibility study to get things moving. It’s a very worthy project.”
Red and jolly: Wonthaggi’s Lucas (left) and Riley McRae enjoy Christmas cuddles from baby cousin Alaska Veal at Wonthaggi’s Carols by Candlelight at Wishart Reserve on Sunday night.
The family event began at 6pm with face painting and a sausage sizzle. Performers including U3A Choir, Maria Gatto, Tom Green, Mitchell Sanders, the Wonthaggi Citizens Brass Band, clients of Connecting Skills Australia and students from St Joseph’s Primary School took to the stage at 7.45pm. More photos on page 36.
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Burra Foods obeys EPA’s demands By Brad Lester BURRA Foods will soon complete initial works to address environmental problems at its Korumburra factory.
Close call: CFA units from Leongatha and Koonwarra were quick to put out the fire caused by a rubbish truck brushing a power line on Thursday.
Spark ignites fire A RUBBISH truck caught fire after a brush with a power line in Leongatha on Thursday afternoon. The driver tipped the back of the truck in the industrial estate’s Tilson Court and touched the power line in
the process. CFA members believe sawdust in the truck caused the spark to ignite the rubbish. The driver was able to empty the load in front of Hull’s Engineering. CFA units from Koonwarra and Leongatha attended the scene at 4.30pm and quickly extinguished the flames. The driver was not injured.
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POLICE have found firearm owners may not be storing their firearms legally. Following a spate of thefts in South Gippsland, Baw Baw and Latrobe Valley, police believe thieves can easily steal guns that are not
stored properly. Police will be cracking down on those storing firearms in improper storage units by carrying out random inspections. Those who have inadequate storage facilities may face charges and could have
Councillors & staff wish all our residents and visitors a very safe and happy Christmas & New Year. We will open on normal trading days except Christmas, Boxing and NewYear's Days to attend to your needs. 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. (If your bins have not been emptied by 4pm, please call Council.) At Sandy Point and Waratah Bay, recycling will be collected weekly from the Monday following Christmas Day, until 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. Opening hours displayed at sites and on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au Emergencies: Phone 5662 9200 (24/7) for urgent Council matters eg. livestock or trees on roads. General emergencies: 000. Tourism: Visitor Information Centres in Korumburra and Foster 7 days/ 9am to 5pm. (www.visitpromcountr y.com.au) Coal Creek 7 days/10am- 4.30pm. Leongatha Info Centre, Memorial Hall 7 days/ Hours variable Ph 5662 2111. (All closed Christmas Day). Community Services: Provision of meals and showers continue for Aged & Disability clients, but ring to reschedule other services if they fall on a public holiday. All M&CH Centres are open for Key Ages & Stages checks only. 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 & community playgroups do not run during school holidays. JANUARY IMMUNISATION PROGRAM Tue 6 January FOSTER, WMA Centre, Main St 10-10:30am LEONGATHA, Uniting Church Hall, Peart St 12:30 1:30pm Wed 7 January MIRBOO NORTH, MCH Centre, Brennan St 9:00 9:30am KORUMBURRA, Community Rm, Commercial St 11:30 -12:00pm NYORA, Nyora Community Hall, Henley Street 11.30pm Enquiries: Ph 5662 9361 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
their firearms confiscated. The Firearms Act states when firearms are not being used they must be locked away and secured properly. The firearm safe must be bolted to the floor or wall of the premises. “All firearm owners need to take their responsibilities seriously and get proper and secure storage,” divisional firearms officer Leading Senior Constable Ian Miles said. “In this day and age the old school lockers and wooden wardrobes are not good enough as they can be broken into with minimal effort.” Firearm safes, whether store bought or homemade, should be installed to keep firearms out of reach of thieves. “Those owners not prepared to make these efforts
should consider disposing of their firearms through a firearm dealer or surrendering them to a police station for destruction,” Leading Senior Constable Miles said. Anyone with enquiries can contact the divisional firearms officer on 5131 5072.
JP service suspended THE JP service at the Leongatha Police Station will be suspended through January. The service will run as normal next Monday (December 29) between 10am and 1pm. However, there has not been enough demand for the service so it will be discontinued for the first month of 2015. It will be reviewed in February.
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The news came as the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) last week announced it had issued Burra Foods with five remedial notices over a one month period. Those notices required Burra Foods to address wastewater, emissions and odour management issues at the factory. Burra Foods said the EPA had since rescinded two notices. EPA said one had been rescinded and the second followed up during a site visit at the factory this week. Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers said the company continued to improve its wastewater treatment plant. “We realised many years ago that with local infrastructure so poor, if the site was to meet the ever increasing environmental standards, continual investment in wastewater treatment would be required,” he said. “We have taken on that challenge, and continue to invest and improve our onsite treatment capability.” Gippsland EPA manager Emily Sanders said the notices were the result of an investigation into a milk powder fallout incident, wastewater discharge and local officers responding to community reports about odour. “The community plays an important role in detecting and reporting pollution and potential impacts on the environment,” she said. “Thirteen community reports of odour identifying Burra Foods as the likely source this year prompted an EPA investigation, which confirmed several odour sources were not being adequately managed.” EPA identified the wastewater treatment plant as the primary source of odour. It issued a remedial notice on November 25 requiring immediate maintenance of any equipment used for wastewater so that odour does not vent directly into the atmosphere. EPA also issued a remedial notice the day before requiring Burra Foods to install additional wastewater treatment infrastructure to help reduce odour emissions and improve the quality of wastewater.
EPA has also required, through a remedial notice issued on November 12, that Burra Foods review its cleaning procedures and equipment, and how it manages the wastewater generated to ensure the company stayed within its maximum discharge limits. The fourth notice, issued on November 6 following a milk powder dust fallout incident at the site, required the immediate installation of particle emission controls. Ms Sanders said EPA was taking compliance at the site seriously. “EPA issued its fifth notice to Burra Foods on December 4 which requires they develop a comprehensive and cohesive plan outlining how they will demonstrate compliance with their EPA licence,” she said. “Burra Foods have been co-operative in responding to and addressing EPA’s concerns. “EPA will continue to work with the company to ensure the notices are addressed and complied with so the environment and community remain unaffected by the plant’s processes.” Mr Crothers said Burra Foods acknowledged that performance in November was below acceptable standards and required immediate action. “Our management team is well aware of our obligations to our community and EPA licence. Of the remedial notices issued, one has already been rescinded and works are now or will soon to be completed, with the objective of having others follow suit,” he said. “The 13 complaints that have been lodged in 2014 from our immediate neighbours are disturbing. We know the EPA understands the volatility that comes with managing a wastewater treatment plant at a milk factory and will continue to work with them to improve our performance.” Mr Crothers said for 98 of the last 114 years, dairy processing on this site has cohabituated with the Korumburra community and Burra Foods remains committed to ensuring that will continue. EPA will carry out follow up visits to ensure Burra Foods comply with the notices. Ms Sanders encouraged the community to continue reporting pollution on 1800 372 842 (1300 EPA VIC) or by visiting www.epa.vic.gov.au Burra Foods is asking South Gippsland Shire Council to implement planning rules that create a buffer zone around the Korumburra factory.
“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 23, 2014 - PAGE 9
Farmers Runaway ute smashes shop lament DEPI loss By Sarah Vella
By Sarah Vella
THE Labor Government has said the Department of Environment and Primary Industries will be abolished.
But the change is not expected to affect frontline services, nor close offices, including the Leongatha branch. Under the new government, agriculture will be included in the new Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources. Environment will be moved to an environment, land, water and planning department. Victorian Farmers Federation president Peter Tuohey said he could not believe the changes had been made “without consultation with industry”. “I just can’t believe they have come in and just gone bang, bang, bang,” he said. “It sounds like a decision made by the new premier and the ministers are just going to be the lackeys.” Mr Tuohey said some industries in the new department did not complement each other. “Things like creative industries don’t really align. It looks like they have just thrown them in a hat and pulled them all out, and said ‘We will stick these together’,” he said. On the other hand, the VFF is expecting tighter control around animal welfare and a stronger emphasis around climate/environment under the new government. Government spokesperson Chris Reilly said the decision to locate agriculture within the ‘super department’ reflected the importance the Labor Government placed on farmers, horticulturalists, fruit growers and
scientists to the economy. “The change will give agriculture its deserved prominence within government and also position government policy makers to take advantage of the potential for growth and jobs across the sector,” he said. “There will be no impact on frontline services and no closures of offices as a result of these changes.” Gordon Vagg, Leongatha South dairy farmer and president of the VFF South Gippsland sub branch, was worried about the changes. “It has really devalued agriculture in Victoria and suggests the new government thinks it is not very important,” he said. “Putting agriculture in a department with 10 other portfolios is going to take money out of agriculture to finance the rest.” Mr Vagg said the department of agriculture needed to be strong for the industry’s sake. “For the last couple of years the government has been pushing the farming sector to grow more food, so we need the department to be at the forefront of the farming industry, to even attempt that,” he said. Mr Vagg said agriculture would be hidden in the new department. “It’s an insult to the agricultural industry of Victoria,” he said. The Nationals’ Eastern Victoria Region MLC, Danny O’Brien, said agriculture was now at risk of being “forgotten”. “We (the Coalition) put them together because agriculture relies on land management,” he said. “It was partly to force a recognition that they don’t work in isolation of each other. We need to care for the environment, and also so that we can provide good productive land and water.”
THE front door of Benton’s Plumbtec in Leongatha was seriously damaged last Tuesday, December 16 after an unoccupied vehicle crashed into the store.
Store manager Ray Pearson said the shop in Anderson Street sustained significant damage, but was grateful no one was injured in the incident. The ute rolled into the business. “A client pulled his ute up to the front of the shop and went with an employee to look at something in the yard,” he said. “About a minute later, Dale yelled out ‘ute’ and then the front of the shop had a car in it.” Mr Pearson said builder Brent Casbolt had already been notified of the damage and would undertake repairs. “It made a very loud bang and seemed to happen in slow motion. The car was parked for a minute or so before it began to roll,” Mr Pearson said.
Oh no: Benton’s Plumbtec employee Dale Johnson and manager Ray Pearson survey the damage after a ute smashed into the Leongatha shop front.
Gun club robbed AMMUNITION was stolen from the Inverloch Gun Club in Howard Lane. The theft was reported on Sunday but may have happened any time
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Column 7 ST PETER’S Anglican Opportunity Shop in Leongatha has donated $18,000 in time for Christmas. Recipients included St Peters Parish, Rwanda Appeal, Bishop’s Christmas Appeal, special appeal for midwifery department at Gippsland Southern Health Service, primary school chaplaincy, Parkinsons Victoria, Lighthouse Foundation, Royal Flying Doctors Service, MS Leongatha and Leprosy Foundation. The volunteers had a successful year and were
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able to donate substantial donations twice a year. They wish to thank all the willing helpers at the shop and people who donate goods to enable the shop to allocate such wonderful donations. KIDZ Klub returns to Sandy Point from Monday, January 5 to Friday, January 9, from 9.30am to 12.30pm each day. Hundreds of children over the years have greatly enjoyed the week of activities, including Bible stories, singing, craft, games, quizzes, puppets, fancy dress and prizes. The club is free to attend and is for all primary school aged children. Special family nights are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the same week from 7-8pm.
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Sparkling bright: the members of Leongatha’s Axford family have decorated their home in Brumley Street beautifully for Christmas. According to Darren Axford, the whole street is well lit and worth a visit. Check out page 19 for another stunning Christmas lights photo.
INVERLOCHKONGWAK Primary School has bid farewell to teachers Dee Blanchard and Kylie Horton, business manager Jenny Gannon, and another teacher, Russell McCartney, who is taking a year to travel and develop new skills.
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Festive time: Joy Gaze and Pat Lee enjoyed the Christmas break-up of Prom Coast U3A at Joy and John Gaze’s Leongatha home recently. U3A offers life long learning with no qualifications or exams, the chance for members to explore new fields and ideas, and experience social, creative and recreational activities. Programs of activities for U3A are now available at the Citizens Advice Bureau in Leongatha. Nice serve: Inverloch Tennis Club recently held its 2014 Christmas party. Despite the wet weather, more than 60 people came along to celebrate. The Inverloch CFA transported Santa Claus to the event and Paul The Pieman provided beautiful tasty pizzas.
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Melanie Moore and Sarah Vernon, directors of the annual community program Inverloch Scripture Union Family Mission (SUFM), or Summer Blaze as they are renaming the program to, spoke of the new event. “We know that after the popular night time display of fireworks, everybody in Inverloch will be dispersing to hundreds
of their own, separate parties,” Melanie said. “We think that’s a missed opportunity. Before this year’s fireworks start, we think the whole town should be celebrating the New Year together as one. A bush dance is the perfect way to do that; accessible and enjoyable for the whole family.” The Shenanigans Bush Band will entertain at the Inverloch Community Hub, and promise to offer family friendly fun. The bush dance is the feature event of Summer Blaze’s
restructured evening programs. Volunteers at Summer Blaze, aka Inverloch SUFM, have been faithfully running family orientated activities in the morning and evenings during December and January in Inverloch for more than 40 years. This year however, while they will be running their morning program as per usual, they plan to replace their daily evening festivals with four major events, including the bush dance. The bush dance party will be held at the Inverloch Communi-
ty Hub from 6.30pm to 8.30pm (just before the fireworks) on December 31. Other events include a fun run on December 28 at Rainbow Park Beach at 4pm, Carnival Night on December 29 at Rainbow Park at 6.30pm and a movie night at the Community Hub on January 3 at 6.30pm. A morning program is also held from 10am to 12.15pm at Rainbow Park from December 29 until January 3. For more information please contact: inverloch.directors@ gmail.com
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Bingle prompts driver alert AN accident in Leongatha recently has raised a call for drivers to take extra care around the streets, particularly in the busy commercial centres of towns.
The crash on December 12, in which no one was injured, was reportedly caused by a driver not giving way to traffic on McCartin Street, at the junction with Watt Street. The intersection is also popular for Uturns. Ken Alcorn, who has lived on the intersection for 12 years and has a business near-
by, said the intersection is not a problem. Mr Alcorn said the real issue in town was speed. Senior Constable Kiara Roffey of Leongatha Police said motorists need to take extra care over the holiday period, particularly with the prevalence of tourists who are unfamiliar with local roads. S/C Roffey also stressed police have increased the number of breath testing operations during the holiday period as an extra measure to help keep roads safe.
Bump, bump: significant vehicle damage resulted from an accident in Leongatha.
Don’t be skimmed this Christmas
In one case, a woman had $800 skimmed from her account recently, with the money trail appearing in Balnarring. The Commonwealth Bank security team picked up the discrepancy at 2.18am on Monday, December 8 after the money was withdrawn earlier at 12.48am. The customer endeavoured to withdraw cash at the Leongatha ATM on Friday, December 12, taking the usual precaution of covering the PIN number, but the ATM did not allow the transaction to be processed. On entering the bank, the customer was informed of the skimming incident and advised to change the PIN number which the bank advised should be done regularly. The bank had tried to contact the customer earlier that week. The Commonwealth Bank’s internal security team is aware of the skimming and is involved in investigations. The customer contacted another Leongatha bank but bank staff did
not report skimming incidences. The Commonwealth Bank informed its client it would pay the lost $800 into her account this week. The Commonwealth Bank recently installed a new ATM with higher securities, however it should be noted the problem may not be with the ATM itself; the customer may have been skimmed through another source. Card skimming is the illegal copying of information from the magnetic strip of a credit or ATM card. It is a more direct version of a phishing scam. The scammers try to steal details to access accounts. Once scammers have skimmed a card, they can create a fake or ‘cloned’ card with the customer’s details on it. The scammer is then able to accrue charges on the customer’s account. Card skimming is also a way for scammers to steal one’s identity (personal details) and use it to commit identity fraud. By stealing your personal details and account numbers, the scammer may be able to borrow money or take out loans in your name. Look out for the following warning signs: • a shop assistant takes your card out of your sight in order to process
NBN expands FOSTER and Port Welshpool will be the next towns to be connected to the National Broadband Network in the federal electorate of McMillan. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent said, “Connection to the National Broadband Network is beginning to speed up, and I’m happy to say fixed wireless construction is beginning in earnest in and around Foster and Port Welshpool. “About 255 residences in those areas will soon be the beneficiaries of this technology. It is expected broadband and phone services will be able to be connected over to the NBN from phone companies and internet providers within 12 months. “Labor had six years in
office and delivered nothing for McMillan. They promised the world to residents in my electorate, but its handling of the NBN was a slow train wreck.” Mr Broadbent said since the election, the nation-wide number of active broadband connections on the NBN had more than doubled. “The rollout is happening faster than ever since the government took office, and trials have started to test other technologies which will dramatically lower the cost and time it will take to deliver fast broadband to all Australians,” he said. The government’s changes to the NBN rollout will save $32 billion, will see upgrades delivered four years sooner than under Labor and avoid internet retail bills increasing by up to $43 a month, Mr Broadbent said.
Be aware: a customer uses the new Commonwealth Bank ATM, Leongatha which has enhanced security. your transaction; • you are asked to swipe your card through more than one machine; • you see a shop assistant swipe the card through a different machine to the one you used; • you notice something suspicious about the card slot on an ATM (eg. an attached device); and • you notice unusual or unauthorised transac-
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FORMER Mirboo North Secondary College student Stephanie Otten has received a prestigious New Colombo Plan scholarship.
She was among only 69 students across Australia to be awarded a scholarship in 2015. Stephanie is studying a Bachelor of Asia-Pacific Studies / Bachelor of Commerce at the Australian National University in Canberra. She will study management and commerce/ international business in China at Fudan University. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent was delighted by the news. “The New Colombo Plan is a signature initiative of the Australian Government to lift knowledge of the Indo-Pacific in Australia by supporting Australian undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the region,” he said. “It’s a wonderful achievement for Stephanie, but it’s something Mirboo North Secondary College and the people of Mirboo
internships, mentorships, practicums and research in the region. “I encourage all schools to inform their students of the opportunities to live, study and undertake work placements in our region through the New Colombo Plan,” Mr Broadbent said. Information on the program can be found at w w w. d f a t . g o v. a u / n e w colombo-plan
Good plan: from left, former Mirboo North Secondary College student Stephanie Otten was presented with a prestigious New Colombo Plan scholarship by Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop.
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North can also be proud of. “I look forward to watching Stephanie make an important contribution to our community and our nation in the years ahead.” The New Colombo Plan’s scholarships program is complemented by a mobility program that supports a larger cohort of undergraduate students, 3150 in 2015, to undertake short and longer-term study,
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High hopes for stadium By Tayla Kershaw POOWONG’S sports fans want to see their facilities improved.
CFA history: Andy Kay of Leongatha CFA wants to know what year this photograph of Leongatha CFA members was taken.
CFA seeks photo date By Laura Gibb ANDY Kay of Leongatha Country Fire Authority (CFA) thinks someone might know what year this photo was taken. Leongatha CFA members are cleaning out their former premises on the South Gippsland Highway and found this photograph in a filing cabinet. Mr Kay believes it was taken between 1955 and 1975, but would like to be able to label the
photograph more accurately. The photograph, which is being restored by Mark Carruthers of Leongatha Photographics and Electronics, shows CFA members of the era in uniform. Someone who recognised one of the members or was familiar with the uniforms might know what year the photograph was taken. Mr Kay said the CFA would like to display its memorabilia in the new fire station on Bair Street. “When we have the official opening, we’d like to have all of these up,” Mr Kay said.
President of the Poowong Basketball Association Clint Newcombe approached South Gippsland Shire Council on Wednesday to discuss the feasibility study. Mr Newcombe said the Poowong Basketball Association has received funding for the project and he has been happy with the support from Cr Lorraine Brunt. However, there is more work to be done to increase the standard of the facility. Consultations for the project started in mid July. The facility has been in place for 40 years and is mainly used by basketballers and squash players, as there is limited availability for other groups. Basketball runs for 32 weeks in the year and caters to 220 people of all ages and skill. Squash runs on Wednesday nights and people from age 12 to 70 participate. Some have been successful at state level. Other activities the facility could be used for include football and netball clubs, school holiday clinics and community events. However, access is a major issue, the lights need to be upgraded, spectator capacity
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Is it time to rethink desal? THE Star today reports the new Labor Victorian Government would consider switching on the desalination plant to boost Korumburra’s water supply in the event of a drought. While that still requires a pipeline to be built from Lance Creek Reservoir – to which the desalination plant is connected – to Korumburra, supplying the town with desalinated water could well be the first time the plant is used. Korumburra’s water supply fills and empties quickly in long bouts of dry weather, and Korumburra could need desalinated water before Melbourne does. Supplying the town with desalinated water is likely to be criticised by desalination plant opponents who have advocated for more environmentally friendly water supplies from the outset. But given the desalination plant has been built and is ready to go, should we not make the most of this drought-proof water supply? The desalination plant will one day be turned on to supply Melbourne with water, so why not us as well? Korumburra’s topography makes for an unique situation, with a fair chance that any new reservoir built will be surrounded by steep hills and therefore limited in capacity. The other alternative is to keep topping up the town’s supply with water from the Tarwin River, which South Gippsland Water has done in the past and will resume doing so in January. But the problem with this in the long run is the Tarwin River already supplies Meeniyan and Dumbalk with their water needs, and during a drought, Leongatha’s supply is also supplemented with Tarwin River water. A certain amount of water must also be allowed to flow down the Tarwin for environmental flows and healthy waterways are vital to the quality of the broader ecology. The desalination plant is here to stay and perhaps we are better using it rather than spending a tremendous amount of money on a factory and continuing to leave it run idle.
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Planning together: from left, Poowong Basketball Association president Clint Newcombe, Hands On Community Solutions representative Michelle Harris and Cr Lorraine Brunt discuss the proposed feasibility study for the Poowong Basketball Association.
Cape plan endorsed BASS Coast Shire Council endorsed the Cape Paterson Bay Beach Activity Area Master Plan at the December ordinary meeting. Mayor Cr Kimberley Brown said the plan provides a vision for a high use area of the Cape Paterson Foreshore. “It contains a range of infrastructure improvements for this area whilst maintaining and improving its natural values,” Cr Brown said. “Infrastructure improvements within the plan include the provision of a number of facilities such as pedestrian tracks, picnic and barbecue facilities, and upgrades of existing car parks.” The plan supports the objective of the Wonthaggi Surf Life Saving Club to develop a new club room and public facility, and improvements to the iconic man-made tidal rock pool.
THE two sizable earthquakes Gippsland experienced recently were a stern reminder we sit on four major fault systems with dozens of fault lines connected to each. A poster sized map is needed to show all of these named fault lines. The quakes were also a warning of the risk if we allow fracking for unconventional gas. Gippsland is almost all covered by exploration licences for coal seam gas or tight gas – Gippsland being almost all tight gas which needs fracking. To frack for tight gas, about 16 trucks are lined up each loaded with a huge compressor, and with this combined force the two kilometres deep solid rock is cracked apart for a distance of two kilometres across to release the small specks of compressed gas.
The gas companies wish to do this thousands of times in Gippsland. Twelve wells were drilled in Seaspray and 10 of them fracked, plus other exploration activity was carried out in the last two years. Is the increase in earthquakes lately all ready showing the result of gas exploration? Wouldn’t it be insanity to allow fracking in Gippsland? The connection between gas wells and earthquakes has already been proven in many places around the world. Google “earthquakes fracking” and then add “UK” or “Chile” or “China” or “Ohio” or “US” etc. or “Romsey Australia Volcanic Risk maps - human induced quakes.” Maureen Versteden, Drouin.
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It also supports nature conservation works through the removal of environmental weeds, revegetation of indigenous plant species and further protection of the hooded plover. Cr Brown said the plan was developed following public consultation during which the community carried out site walks and provided comment on a draft master plan. “It was great to see the submissions to the draft plan were received from a large number of locals and visitors, with varying interests in the foreshore,” Cr Brown said. “The area is also popular for many families who enjoy the beach, water and natural environment. “I feel council has achieved an outcome that will provide a balance for all users.” Council will now work to identify funding for the various infrastructure identified in the plan.
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needs to be increased and the kitchen and storage area needs to be expanded. The feasibility study will benefit patrons because the accesses will be improved for those with mobility issues and prams, it will improve the functionality of the facility and will enhance utilisation. “The steep ramp at the front entrance of the facility is quite treacherous for those with mobility issues and there are no disabled toilets,” Mr Newcombe said. “We are very grateful to have this facility but we would like to see it improved.”
lion after a legal change last year that makes it harder to claim compensation for severe, long term mental illnesses is of deep concern to those who care about families and workers hit hard by catastrophic transport accidents. These cuts to compensation were harsh and devoid of compassion, particularly for families who have lost loved ones and for our police and emergency services workers who are at the frontline every day responding to horrific accidents. The cuts should also concern Victorian motorists who pay third party insurance premiums on the understanding the TAC will provide reasonable cover and compensation for them, their families and others who need it after a transport accident. Further changes last year provided the Minister for the TAC with broad and unfettered power to cut
compensation for physical injuries by overriding the independent assessment of doctors. No other Australian state treats people who have suffered a severe mental injury as a consequence of a transport accident in such a harsh and discriminatory manner. No other Australian state allows a minister such power to direct doctors on how to assess medical injuries. In the last two years, the TAC has returned $1.5 billion in windfall profits to the government. It is now clear this has come at a direct cost to people who have suffered injury after enormous tragedy. The cuts to TAC compensation will hurt innocent Victorians for many years to come if not reversed. Joanne Panagakis, Slater and Gordon motor vehicle accident lawyer.
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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 23, 2014 - PAGE 13
Fifty not out Perfect VCE scores for Newhaven student
All together: the young people of Mirboo North have taken their safety on the roads into their own hands.
Youth take control of road safety AFTER a tragic year of road smashes involving people from Mirboo North, the community decided it was time to take control.
Being ‘Smart safe summer drivers’ was the theme of a recent night hosted for Mirboo North young drivers and their parents by the South Gippsland Shire Council’s road safety partnerships group, and the Mirboo North and District Foundation. The night was held in early December and attracted more than 80 participants from across the district, including people from Boolarra, Yinnar and Trafalgar. Participants were given an opportunity to discuss some of the major causes of crashes involving young people and were challenged to develop solutions. Among the solutions raised were:
Driving ideas: Leading Senior Constable Brendan Horrocks discusses road safety issues facing young people. • ignoring ringing mobile phones; • stopping to eat; • asking passengers to navigate; • setting up radios before driving; and • pulling over if passengers are distracting the driver. With guidance from highway patrol police,
local police, VicRoads, council’s community strengthening team, and the Mirboo North and District Foundation, everyone contributed to robust discussions. The night consisted of young people and parents looking at problems and working through solutions. Parents and young people also had time separately to talk about topics neither wanted the other to hear. A key feature of the discussions with parents was the brutal honesty of reflecting on their own driving and the example they were setting for their childrens. The outcomes of the night have now been sent to the young drivers and their parents, with the hope they will apply the solutions. They will meet again in February to evaluate the strategies and what worked.
Perfect score: Newhaven College Year 11 student Morgan Roney of Cape Paterson has already hit the books in preparation for her final year of school, after achieving two perfect Year 12 VCE scores for biology and outdoor education.
SCORING sky high results with two perfect 50 scores for VCE subjects is a dream come true for Newhaven College Year 11 student Morgan Roney.
The Cape Paterson teen can’t wipe the smile off her face after achieving perfect scores for her two Year 12 VCE subjects, biology, and outdoor and environmental studies. While most VCE students learned of their results on Monday, December 15, Morgan was hiking up in the high country while volunteering at the Wollongarra Outdoor Education Camp in the Alpine National Park. She was totally unaware of her results until her mother Fleur Roney
could get in touch on last Thursday. “I just hoped I would do well but never thought I would do that well,” Morgan said. She said her parents were excited. Her father Duncan Roney said, “We are very proud of Morgan. She has worked really hard.” Newhaven College principal Gea Lovell could hardly contain her excitement when sharing news of Morgan’s great achievements with the The Star last week. “We are very proud of Morgan’s results and of all our VCE students this year, and of the wonderful teachers we have at the college,” she said. This high achieving student has been dux of the year every year since starting at Phillip Island’s
Newhaven College in Year Six, and the success has not come without hard work. “I love Newhaven College and the teaching staff is just so supportive, the teachers have been available at any time day and night to help,” Morgan said. She praised her two VCE teachers, Mr Spence (biology) and Mr Bathgate (outdoor education). “They have been wonderful and always there for me. I just knew I could phone them anytime and they would be there if I had a problem,” Morgan said. She said she was thrilled to have taken on the two VCE subjects and has gained a lot of confidence going into her final year. “The college encour-
ages students in Year 10 to think about taking on one or two Year 12 VCE subjects in Year 11, and I saw it as an opportunity to push myself. It has definitely given me a good head start,” she said. “Even though it adds stress and the workload is a lot more, it has really given me a great practice run and experience for the final exams next year.” “You just have to keep up to date with your work and I kept revising right throughout the year and then put in a big effort leading into the exams. “The teachers gave us a lot of practise exams to do and that was great experience.” When Morgan is not hitting the books, she spends time bush walking, on the beach, and works part-time at a supermarket in Wonthaggi. “It’s all about routine and Newhaven has been really good at helping to establish good study routines,” she said. Looking ahead, Morgan has her sights set on medicine, in particular pediatrics at Melbourne or Monash universities. In Year 12, she will study English, maths methods, physics and chemistry. “I have made a good start already, and just do a bit every day and it is important to have some down time too,” she said. When the new school year starts in January, Morgan will head back to Newhaven as the 2015 McHaffie House captain, a role she is proud to have.
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Road safety: Bass Coast Highway Patrol Sergeant Jason Hullick, Constable Michael Thatcher and Leading Senior Constable Scott Simcock are encouraging everyone to make a commitment to the Save My Seat campaign this Christmas.
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A PETITION was submitted to South Gippsland Shire Council regarding disorganised and illegal parking in Kongwak during market hours. Complaints have been made regarding the unsafe nature of the main road when the market is on. Patrons often park on either side of the road, creating a narrow space for cars, trucks and milk tankers to drive through. Kongwak residents want to see council take immediate action to patrol the behaviour. Cr Andrew McEwen said council has already taken some action and a series of signs had been implemented. CR KIERAN Kennedy attended a modern cities and rural centres conference recently. He said the conference provided a practical engineering view and a revealing insight into new infrastructure. He encourages the information to be reviewed as part of the Korumburra Town Centre Plan.
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the roads over the holiday period so they can be all sitting together at the Christmas table next year.” The Save My Seat campaign was developed by Sergeant Jason Hullick, the officer in charge of the Bass Coast Highway Patrol in Wonthaggi. “When drivers get behind the wheel of the car, we want them to take a moment to think about their loved ones and what actions they can take to be a safer driver,” Sgt Hullick said. “Comply with all road rules, put a seatbelt on, slow down and arrive at your destination safely.” The Bass Coast Community Road Safety Committee is reminding people that everybody has a key role to play in preventing death and serious injury on the road.
A BRANDING project meeting for the Great Southern Rail Trail was held on November 27. Cr Mohya Davies said she has high hopes for the style of branding and is excited about the outcome. It has sparked the rejuvenation of the Friends of the Great Southern Rail Trail group. Working bees have been scheduled at each station for every second Sunday of the month to give the community some idea of the hard work done by the volunteers. There will be opportunities to join the Friends of the Great Southern Rail Trail on Facebook.
DEPUTY mayor Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks attended a number of AGMs in South Gippsland. The Gippsland Southern Health AGM was held at the Hillside facility in Korumburra. This was the first AGM since the total completion of the hospital redevelopment. Cr Hutchinson-Brooks gave his best wishes to the new CEO and said the presentation made by the nurses about skincare research was impressive. Destination Gippsland had an AGM recently and Cr Hutchinson-Brooks commended it on its work. The Committee of Gippsland AGM saw Police Commissioner Ken Lay give a presentation on violence against women. An ice forum was also held in Inverloch recently, targeting sporting groups. Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said council was aiming to hold a similar forum at the Leongatha Memorial Hall. “It’s important council show leadership in countering the ice and violence against women issues,” he said. COUNCIL moved to allow CEO Tim Tamlin to award contracts to design and construct public toilets in Fish Creek, Toora and Yanakie. The construction of these toilet blocks are accommodated within council’s adopted capital works program. Cr Mohya Davies said this was a fabulous outcome. The style of the toilets will be changed after community lobbying.
DR IRENE Irving was appointed as chair of council’s audit committee for 2015. Former chair Theresa Glab retired at the end of her first term this month. The committee oversees and monitors council’s audit processes, including internal control activities. RON Wangman of Leongatha South approached council in regards to coal seam gas (CSG) mining in South Gippsland. Given the new Labor Government, Mr Wangman asked if council would consider looking at the CSG moratorium with new eyes and consider reviewing it in the new year. The CEO Tim Tamlin referred Mr Wangman to the comments on the online forum OurSay. Mr Tamlin said council would assess the opinions of the new government. Cr Kieran Kennedy said the Labor Government held the same views on CSG as the previous government. Cr Andrew McEwen said the new mining minister will continue the moratorium. “I believe it is council’s duty to review CSG in the new year and to consider public consultations,” he said. MAYOR Cr Jeanette Harding wished her fellow councillors, council staff, the press and the gallery a happy and festive holiday season. She said in 2015 council may need to review its finances carefully. “It may be a difficult year but your council will try to cut costs and we will review the budget in January,” the mayor said.
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Merry Christmas, Inverloch THE Inverloch community came together to celebrate Christmas at the Inverloch Community Carols last Tuesday (December 16). Presented by the Inverloch Christian Churches, the concert featured the Wonthaggi U3A choir, the Vivace Singers, Greg Jones and the stunning voices of the children of Inverloch-Kongwak Primary School’s choir. The event filled the Inverloch Community Hall, with the crowd joining in singing of such favourites as O Come All Ye Faithful, Hark the Herald Angels Sing and Joy to the World. Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr
Kimberley Brown said Christmas held many meanings; for some it was the end of the work year, for others a religious occasion or a time to spend with family. “I hope all of you have a happy Christmas and please stay safe over the holidays,” she said. An entertaining part of the evening was a game of Family Feud. Compere Jeff Robertson asked the crowd questions related to Christmas. Those who guessed the right answer – the most popular response given by some 20 people surveyed – progressed to the next stage, with a handful of people winning by the game’s end.
Left, Ready to sing: Wonthaggi U3A choir members, from left, Carol Woodford, Robyn Allen and Anne Cole were among the talented performers at the Inverloch Community Carols.
Loch master plan revealed BIG things have been planned for the Loch Memorial Reserve.
The Loch Memorial Reserve Committee of Management is developing a master plan – the first of its kind in the area. Consultation for this project started in mid July and two members of the management committee approached the South Gippsland Shire Council on Wednesday to appeal for support to ensure the project can see fruition. Currently, the reserve has an oval playing surface with synthetic cricket wicket, cricket practice nets, a club house, two tennis courts, one netball court, a playground, public toilets, a suspension bridge, memorial trees and an open space for camping. Camping is affordable, managed by volunteers and is a quality source
of income for the reserve. “It’s a lovely spot. It’s enjoyed by all and touches the heart of the community,” Loch’s Keith Tonkin said. As well as using the facility for community events, soccer and cricket, Loch has recently banded together with Poowong and Nyora to create a new junior football team that will take the Loch football oval on Saturdays next season. “We are all pretty pleased with the formation of the junior football club and we are really looking forward to it,” Mr Tonkin said. The sporting clubs earned the reserve an income of $80,000 last year and the management committee hope to improve on the sum. Despite being a popular tourist hub, the facilities are in average condition. Most of the work will be done by volunteers but the costs are
increasing. “The reserve and its memorial gates out front mean a lot to the community. This master plan is about updating the existing facilities,” Mr Tonkin said. The projects identified by the management committee include a new amenities block, a fixed sewerage connection, renovation of the clubrooms, oval drainage, new AFL goals, increased storage and history preservation. “There may be a few things we will need help with but we are willing to take it slow,” Mr Tonkin said. “If we get it set up it’ll keep running for years and Loch will be a proud place.” Cr Lorraine Brunt commended the management committee and said the master plan is a step in the right direction.
Talented trio: Inverloch-Kongwak Primary School choir members, front, from left, Meghan Bate, Grace McCrimmon and Noah Robertson shared the magic of Christmas with the crowd.
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Music: the winner of the vocal encouragement award was Ashlyn Atkinson and the winner of the Vic Rowlands perpetual music award was Stephen Loftus.
Quiet achievers: winners of the Jock Dowling Memorial quiet achiever awards were, from left, Emily Bayer (Year 7), Chelsea Ford (Year 9), Tom McFarlane (Year 10), James Fraser (Year 10), Kaitlyn Jobling (Year 11) and Belinda Dyke (Year 12).
Achieving excellence at LSC LEONGATHA Secondary College held its excellence awards presentation ceremony last Tuesday night, December 16, where more than 100 certificates were presented to students. Dean Petersen was awarded the principal’s award (senior) and Tea Clark was awarded the junior principal’s award.
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band dedication to music award - Stuart Mackenzie, Vocal encouragement award Ashlyn Atkinson, Instrumental music award - Lester Berryman, Instrumental music award - Annie Carter, Instrumental music award - Emily Bayer, Instrumental music award - Benjamin Martin, Vce music excellence award - Emma Wylie, Larry Hills music performance award - Rebecca Dowthwaite, Vic Rowlands perpetual music award - Stephen Loftus. Languages Year 10 English - James Fraser, Year 11 English - Taylah Darmanin, Year 12 English - Megan Fraser, Year 12 literature - Megan Fraser, Year 11 literature - Taylah Darmanin, Year 7 English - Amelia Riseley, Year 8 English - Hannah Box, Year 9 English - Sarah Bouquet, LOTE - Indonesian Year 9 - Jed Moore, LOTE Indonesian Year 10 - Michelle Derrick, LOTE - Indonesian Year 11 - Taylah Darmanin, LOTE - Indonesian Year 12 - Nat Jongebloed, LOTE Indonesian Year 7 - Jasmin Mackie, LOTE Japanese Year 8 - Hannah Box, LOTE Japanese Year 9 - Scott Hill. Humanities Year 10 humanities - Eleanor Egan, Year 7 humanities Amelia Dunn, Year 8 humanities - Grace Thorson, Year 9 humanities - Trent Giles, Year 12 business management Stephen Loftus, Year 11 business management - Rebecca Mangiafico, Year 12 global politics - Genevieve Scholte, Year 12 history - Genevieve Scholte, Year 12 economics - Katherine Waters, Year 11 legal studies - Taylah Darmanin, Year 11 history - Shannon Fawcett. Science Year 10 science - Gemma Martin, Year 11 science Layla Robinson, Year 12 biology - Rebecca Dowthwaite, Year 12 psychology - Taylah Darmanin, Year 12 physics - Rebecca Dowthwaite, Year 12 chemistry - Dean Petersen, Year 7 science - Jasmine Mackie, Year 8 science - Hannah Box, Year 9 science - Tea Clark, Year 10 agriculture / horticulture - Hannah Thorson. Mathematics Year 10 mathematics Michelle Derrick, Year 11 mathematics - Taylah Darmanin, Year 12 specialist mathematics - Dean Petersen, Year 12 mathematical methods (CAS) - Ryan Hill, Year 12 further mathematics - Stephen
Loftus, Year 7 maths - Charli Fixter, Year 8 maths - Grace Thorson, Year 9 maths - Ayla Deenan. Health and Physical Education Year 12 physical education - Rose Starlight, Year 11 physical education - Eloise Scholte, Year 12 health and human development - Sarah Sauvarin, Year 11 health and human development - Michelle Derrick, Year 12 outdoor and environmental studies - Anna McCracken, Year 11 outdoor and environmental studies - Hannah Thorson, Senior record breaking award - Mikaela Cornelissen, Matthew Trotman memorial award - Javier Alba, Interschool sport - Benjamin Perry, Year 7 health and physical education - Irene Thorson, Year 8 health and physical education - Hannah Box, Year 9 health and physical education - William Collins, Year 9 health and physical education - Georgia Edwards, Year 10 health and physical education - Lauren Redpath. Technology Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) - Tayla Appleton, VET Building construction - Troy Sinclair, VET - Engineering - Billy Edmondson, VET Automotive - Corey Dyke, VET CCG award - Jacqueline Page, Technology encouragement award - Billy O’Loughlin, Year 10 design technology wood - Matthew Darmanim, VCE design and technology wood - Jacqueline Page, Year 10 systems - James Fraser, Year 10 auto - Zaine Barnard, Year 8 systems - Michael Mowat, Year 10 food - Jessica Anstice, Year 11 food - Kaitlyn Jobling, Year 7 wood - Ella Harris, Year 7 wood - Silvie Starlight Year 9 wood - Scott Hill, Year 9 wood - Brett Thorson, Year 9 fabrics - Chloe Wylie, Year 8 fabrics - Hannah Potter, Year 7 foods - William McCarthy, Year 8 foods Hannah Box, Year 9 foods Jessii O’Neill, Year 7 metals and plastics - Curtis Rintoule, Year 8 metals and plastics Charlie Preston Whole school awards Year 10 ADF long tan awards for leadership and teamwork - Gemma Martin, Year 12 ADF long tan awards for leadership and teamwork Breanna Kane, Year 10 Kwong Lee Dow young leaders program - Michelle Derrick, Year 10 Kwong Lee Dow young leaders program - Gemma
Technology: Jackie Page was awarded both the VET Community College Gippsland award and the VCE design and technology wood award.
Sport and recreation: the Matthew Trotman memorial award was won by Javier Alba. Martin, Year 7 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Emily Bayer, Year 8 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Grace Thorson, Year 9 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Chelsea Ford, Year 10 Jock Dowling memorial school community award Thomas McFarlane, Year 10 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - James Fraser, Year 11 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Lucas Anderson, Year 11 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Katelyn Jobling, Year 12 Jock Dowling memorial quiet achiever award - Belinda Dyke, Whitworth award for year 11 ex-
cellence - Taylah Darmanin, Gerry Lonergan opportunity scholarship - Jessica Sturk, Leadership contribution award - Jordan Rintoule, Leadership contribution award - Amelia Riseley, Leadership contribution award - Georgia Edwards, Leadership contribution award - Madeleine Brew, College and community leadership award - Andrew McKinnon, College and community leadership award - Rebecca Dowthwaite, College and community leadership award - Olivia Cope, College and community leadership award - Stephen Loftus, Principal’s award (junior) - Tea Clark, Principal’s award (senior) - Dean Petersen.
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Gift giving: from left, Ali Baumgartner, Mitchell Bath and Ryan Free looked the part at the Leongatha Primary School concert.
Antlers on high: Tyson Harris, Kyran Friebe, Ryan Marshman, Prep teacher Michelle Hughes and Maddi Campbell have a ball at the Leongatha Primary School concert.
Final school bells ring By Stuart Biggins THERE were sleigh loads of Christmas cheer at the Leongatha Primary School on Thursday, as the school year came to a close with an outdoor concert.
Following a final assembly, the school community gathered outside in bright sunshine for a Christmas concert where Santa and reindeer hats made a colourful sight. School principal Rob Higgins said all 600 students were involved and in a school where music is an integral part of the curriculum, such a concert fits in well.
“Full credit to the staff and to the wonderful support from the high school,” he said. As groups took it in turn to present their musical items, the principal remarked proudly about how well the students sing and the fact they enjoy doing so publicly. He said 2014 had been an exceptional year with many things happening.
Changes large and small are afoot as always in such a dynamic environment as a school. The foreign language taught is changing from Indonesian to Mandarin, and there are plans to integrate reception of the primary school and the secondary college. Once that happens, Mr Higgins said, the transition from primary to
secondary school would no longer be like having to climb up over a big brick wall. Secondary college principal Wayne Chester said the end of the year had been positive, and the school looked forward to welcoming two talented graduate teachers next year: humanities teacher Matthew Rowe and English teacher Corina Toom.
Bass Coast Shire Council briefs
Staff welcomed
BASS Coast Shire Council welcomed two new general directors at its meeting at the Heritage Centre in Cowes: David Elder, general manager of healthy communities, and Mark Brady, general manager of governance and organisation development.
Energy delegate
CR Neil Rankine was selected as Bass Coast Shire Council’s delegate to the Coalition for Community Energy. Council committed at its November meeting to join the organisation. Councillors also resolved to endorse Cr Rankine to nominate for the Coalition for Community Energy Steering Group.
Co-operative joined
BASS Coast Shire Council committed to participate as an equal partner in the Energy Innovation Cooperative’s Community Energy Project Working Group during 2014-2015. Council will work to explore the potential for local community energy projects and how council can best contribute
to the process. It also resolved to request further information to help council better understand the processes, governance and legality around developing community energy projects to produce a business case for budget allocations past 2014/15. The Energy Innovation Cooperative is asking council to provide an officer one day per week to undertake secretarial duties to the project working group; a council officer to attend the working group; and funding of $8000. It has asked the same of the South Gippsland Shire Council.
Screw Creek preserved
A MOTION carried at the Bass Coast Shire Council meeting set aside a piece of land at Screw Creek, Inverloch, as part of the native vegetation offset scheme. “It aligns beautifully with our council vision,” Cr Jordan Crugnale said. The land is approximately one kilometre east of the township and was grazed by cattle until it was set aside as a
reserve by council in 2006. During assessment, council found the site had a high biodiversity score. Council took into account the cost of weed management, rabbit and fox control and fencing over a 10 year period.
Cape Paterson plan accepted
THE master plan for Cape Paterson Bay Beach precinct was accepted at Bass Coast Shire Council’s meeting. Improvements planned for the area include an expanded picnic shelter, improved access for people with impaired mobility and signage restricting car park use. Council will also investigate the possibility of access to the rock pool and sea for people with impaired mobility. The master plan no longer suggests major structural change to the rock pool, due to strong community concern about loss of character of the historical rock pool due to over development. Wonthaggi life saving club depended on the master plan being accepted and can
now make plans for its own facilities.
Age friendly
BASS Coast Shire Council has endorsed the Age Friendly Victoria Partnership and Leadership Declaration and authorised the mayor to sign the declaration. The declaration was produced by the Victorian Government and the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV). Councillors spoke of the growing numbers of senior citizens in Bass Coast. “Our elders are an asset in our shire,” Cr Crugnale said.
Land leasing clarified
BASS Coast Shire Council resolved to use the Victorian Government Leasing Policy for Crown Land in Victoria 2010 for all Crown Land within the municipality. The policy states council will only enter direct negotiations with existing or prospective tenants under certain circumstances. This includes when the market rental value of a property is low relative to the cost of conducting a competitive process
and when it is clear, beyond reasonable doubt, there is only one prospective tenant for a particular property.
Kernot road opened
URENS Road, Kernot, will be opened as a public road. Public notice was given and one submission was received. The submitter met with council’s panel and once council assured the submitter council officers would work with the submitter to determine fencing positions, the submitter was appeased. A notice will be published in the Victorian Government Gazette.
Woolamai road closed
A GOVERNMENT road off Trew Road, Woolamai, has been discontinued. The land will be transferred from the road to the Crown. Although Cr Neil Rankine expressed reluctance to give up land council may want to use in the future, the motion to discontinue the road was carried.
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Season of magic: Wayne Mathieson of Leongatha has been spreading Christmas cheer with a spectacular display of lights at his home at 26 McDonald Street. With well over 5000 lights, his festive lightshow attracts the attention of many passers-by, even into the early hours of morning. Many solar lights last well into the night. “We have children coming around taking photos. I just do it for the fun of it and I try to bring some joy to the place,” Mr Mathieson said, noting there were many stunning light displays around town. Mr Mathieson responded to The Star’s Facebook request for Christmas lights photos. Left, So cute: Molly and Rufus add festive cheer to Kylie and Godfrey Strong’s Leongatha home. The Strong family responded to The Star’s Facebook request for readers’ photos of festive animals. To keep up to date with breaking news and discussions affecting South Gippslanders, follow The Star’s Facebook page.
Peter upholds Eureka spirit AS PART of the 160th anniversary celebrations of Eureka Stockade in Ballarat, a Fish Creek identity was officially installed as leader of Lalors Australia.
Beneath the statue of Peter Lalor in Sturt Street, Ballarat, the international chieftain of the Lalor clan, Margot Coogan, installed Peter Lalor Philp from Fish Creek as the second leader of the Australian clan. Margot gave Peter the Lalor Blessing and committed him to stand true the Lalor motto, ‘Strong and Faithful’. “Translating this old motto into modern day terms means to work for common good in one’s community. That I will try to do,” Peter said. During the celebrations at Eureka, Peter played the role of his great great grandfather in a theatre presentation which included swearing the ‘Eureka Oath’, first proclaimed in 1854 at Bakery Hill under the Southern Cross flag. The Lalor chieftain presented the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka, Ballarat, with a limited edition print from a new collection of oil paintings by noted Irish artist, Brendon Deacy, launched recently and exhibited at one of Ireland’s major art and cultural festivals. “The print is of James Fintan Lalor, brother of Peter Lalor. Each painting in the collection visualises the words of James Fintan
Standing proud: Peter Lalor and international chieftain of the Lalor clan, Margot Coogan, with Peter’s children Nainalicia and Daniel, at the installation of Peter as leader of Lalors Australia. who was known as ‘The Rebel’ during Ireland’s long struggle for democracy,” Peter said. “The portrait will hang in the museum’s gallery next to one of his brother Peter.” Margot Coogan was able to spend a few days in South
Gippsland enjoying time walking along the beach at Waratah Bay and visiting Stefani’s Hilltop Gallery and Coal Creek Community Park and Museum. “The green hills of South Gippsland remind me so much of my Ireland,” Margot said.
Friendships to be forged at Turtons Creek ON JANUARY 10, 2015, Turtons Creek’s old and new friends will get together to discuss the past, future and vision for Turtons Creek.
South Gippsland Landcare Network coordinator, Jenny O’Sullivan, said the newly formed Friends of Turtons Creek would host the celebration of the creek. “Turtons Creek is loved by many for its beautiful ferns and tree ferns and its wet forests of tall gums and wattles,” Ms O’Sullivan said. “The Friends of Turton’s Creek has invited Maurice Pyle and Welton Sharp to share their memories of growing up in the region. “Maurice and Welton have been in the area for more than 90 years and will share some of their thoughts on the colourful history of Turtons Creek.” When gold was first discovered in 1872, people streamed up the hills from Foster. In the early days this was 16 miles in dense forest, with many people getting bogged in the process. This is a far cry from the pleasant trip to Turtons Creek made by many visitors today. “We’d like to invite anyone interested in the creek, or who has a story to share to join us,” Ms O’Sullivan said. “Chair of Friends of Turtons Creek will discuss the vision for the area and the progress made by the group to date.
Worth a look: the upgraded track to Turtons Creek is ready to explore. “You’ll also be able to take a walk on the recently upgraded track from Little Turtons Creek Falls to the big falls.” That upgrade was completed with support of South Gippsland Shire
Council and Communities for Nature. The celebration will start at 4.30pm at Little Turtons Creek Falls and afternoon tea will be provided by the CWA. For more information
about the celebration or if you are interested in joining the Friends of Turtons Creek, contact Peter Gannon on 0410 564 139 or Jenny O’Sullivan on 5662 5759 or via email jennyo@ wgcma.vic.gov.au.
Beautiful Korumburra KORUMBURRA cleaner than ever.
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South Gippsland Shire Council recently installed 17 dual bin enclosures in the town centre and at Coleman Park. Three more will be installed in the Coal Creek Community Park and Museum car park before Christmas. Each enclosure includes a litter bin, recycling bin, a built-in ashtray and butt bin. Council’s waste management coordinator Peter Roberts advised Sustainability Victoria contributed $30,000 to the $46,000 project, which aims to increase public place recycling. “The project will reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill by providing opportunity for both visitors and locals to
separate their recyclable materials from other litter at the point of disposal,” he said. “The style and colour of the enclosures were selected to ensure they complement the streetscape and don’t look out of place. “The Korumburra Roundtable group assisted with the selection process, providing input into both elements and supporting the selected design.” The new bins will add to the public place recycling services already provided in Venus Bay, Tarwin Lower and Koonwarra. Implementation of public place recycling bin services is a key action of council’s Waste Management Strategy 20112021.
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S we approach the end of the year, and begin looking ahead to the New Year, we often think and talk about how we’ll make changes.
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If one of your ‘resolutions’ is to take hold of your future and become your own boss, then this business may just be the opportunity you’re looking for. Leongatha’s longest serving florist Flower Power has stood the test of time having provided beautiful flowers and accessories for more than 20 years. Located in a prominent corner building opposite IGA car park and next door to the busy Leongatha Newsagency, there’s plenty of retail floor space for not
LEONGATHA 9 Lyon Street Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922
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Jason Harris 0417 640 079
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Mick, Jason and the team at Stockdale & Leggo wish all their clients a season’s greetings and a safe and prosperous New Year.
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445 Leongatha Nth Road, Leongatha Nth Terms 10% deposit on signing Bal 30 days
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bedroom with ensuite and private deck area. The beauty continues outside with gorgeous weeping cherry trees and rose beds. There is an off street caravan facility and a fresh water tank and solar panels to keep you environmentally responsible.
LEONGATHA 56 Turner Street Landmark Harcourts Leongatha Glenys Foster 0477 622 298
$495,000
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$249,000
THIS remarkable lifestyle property features two buildings, which have been brought together to serve one purpose.
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Take a moment to slow down THE festive seasons is upon us once again, the time of year for winding down from Work, and enjoying good times with family and friends.
But sadly it is also one of the most dangerous times of year on Victorian roads. In December last year, 30 road users were killed and 564 were seriously injured. Road policing assistant commissioner Robert Hill urged all Victorians to take a minute to think about those numbers before they use the road. “That’s 17 people each day suffering a life changing injury and 30 families that will never see a loved one again,” he said “It’s a busy time of year with people going to end of year celebrations, doing their holiday shopping and rushing around to finish renovations.” One in every seven people killed on country roads last year wasn’t wearing a seatbelt which is why the second stage of the Summer Stay campaign - Operation Break Up - will focus on driver distraction and seatbelt offences. “With so much going on it’s easy to lose focus when driving or to forget to put on your seatbelt,” assistant commissioner Hill said.
“But it is these small lapses in concentration that can turn this time of celebration into a time of mourning. “Nobody thinks they will be the next person to be killed or seriously injured on the road, but sadly thinking you won’t be next won’t save you if you are distracted. “Please take a moment to think about your loved ones when you get in the car, put your seatbelt on, slow down and get to your destination safely.” Breakdown of operations conducted as part of Summer Stay: • Operation Break Up – state-wide operation with a particular focus on distraction and seatbelt offences pre Christmas, December 8 to 22, 2014; • Operation Crossroads – nation wide operation focusing on high risk factors associated with holiday driving during the Christmas/New Year week. Victoria Police will have a particular focus on speeding drivers. This operation will mark the official holiday road toll period and will run from December 23, 2014 to January 3, 2015; and • Operation Fresh Start – state wide operation with a particular focus on fatigue with the return of the industrial sector from the holiday break, January 4, 2015.
On alert: police have urged drivers to pay full attention while on the road this holiday season.
Road first aid vital TRAVELLING in the car these holidays? What should you pack to keep the family safe? Red Cross first aid trainer Anthony Cameron said family safety comes first. “Does anyone have a medical condition or allergy? Don’t forget their medication,” he said. Is there a first aid kit in the car? Every car should have a first aid kit on hand especially if you are going off the beaten track. In the event of a road accident, the first few minutes could prove vital for anyone who has been injured. Blurred vision or altered pupils, loss of consciousness, headache, confusion, memory
loss, dizziness or nausea could all be signs of a head injury. If any of these symptoms are present call 000. If an injured person starts to become drowsy or vomits, then move them into the recovery position and continue to observe them while you wait for the emergency services to arrive. “With all head injuries presume spinal injuries and move them on a ‘need to’ basis,” Anthony said. “Always make sure the person’s airway is clear and they are breathing normally.” To purchase a Red Cross first aid kit, or to book a first aid training course go online to redcross.edu.au or call 1300 367 428.
Start now: Red Cross is urging drivers and passengers to learn first aid so they can respond to traffic accident victims quickly.
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Landcare celebrates successful year CREATING a Leongatha Urban Landcare Group was just one of the ideas talked about at an afternoon tea last week celebrating Landcare in South Gippsland.
Landcarers from across South Gippsland came together at Mirboo North Landcare Group’s Ian and Helen Hasty’s property to celebrate another successful year for Landcare and have a look at the property’s latest tree planting and bee friendly garden. The attendees spent the day discussing new ideas for improving Landcare in the region, as well as sharing past achievements. The idea of an urban of Landcare Group was hot on the agenda. Currently, a team of locals has been working on a community garden project that has transformed the Leongatha hospital garden. They are looking for interest to form a unban group to grow food and plants for the community, and work on beautifying neglected areas in Leongatha South Gippsland Landcare
Network coordinator Jenny O’Sullivan was impressed with the ideas and achievements spoken about by Landcarers on the day. “Landcare in South Gippsland is vibrant and healthy,” she said. “For example the South Gippsland Equine Landcare group has been now running for two years, and it has really developed strong communication channels that provide education and sound advice to members on managing horses to minimise damage to pasture and soils”. “It has developed a Facebook page that has over 190 likes and is planning a large soils and pastures forum for 2015. “Also the newly formed Friends of Turton’s creek group has updated a walking track and removed willows from around the falls. It is planning educational activities to promote the beauty and history of the area.” Traditional problems in the region, such as weeds, are being addressed with new solutions. “Ongoing funding for weeds through the Waging War on Weeds project, funded through the Victorian Landcare Grants Program, has
helped landowners with tricky sites to help facilitate weed control,” Ms O’Sullivan said. “We have had great engagement with farmers with a discussion group forming and field days focusing on economic returns and environmental challenges of different agricultural enterprises run across the region.” Most importantly however, groups remain an important social outlet for local communities. “Older more established groups emphasised the importance on the day of having a social element to events so people can share their experience and learn informally,” Ms O’Sullivan said. A key message from all attendees on the day was the benefits of Landcare work needs to be better promoted. The work of farmers to be sustainable and ensure the health and wellbeing of their livestock and produce has been a driving force for many to engage in Landcare activities. To find out more about Landcare or the group nearest to you, contact Ms O’Sullivan on 0419 153 377.
Escape spot: Helen and Ian Hasty take time out in their bee friendly garden.
Dairy reveals Wooreen’s past ENTRIES in the diary of Emily Jane Funnell of Wooreen provide a graphic picture of life in the early days of settlement in South Gippsland in the 1880s.
Local historian Pat Spinks used the diary as the basis for her address to the South Gippsland Genealogical Society at the group’s end of year dinner in Leongatha recently. Society president Rosemary Abbey welcomed members and visitors, including representatives of the Funnell family. With many abbreviations and variations in spelling and writing, Emily’s diary (1883-88) was hard to decipher at times, Mrs Spinks said. Family and domestic situations were recorded in the early diary entries, then as land in South Gippsland came available for selection, she documented the experiences of early settlers. Notably, one of these was Emily’s brother George Alma Funnell, who built the original family home at Wooreen after arriving in 1883. Later named Bright Brook, the homestead was described as well fenced, and surrounded by lush ferns and a beautiful home garden. George was followed to South Gippsland by some of his siblings: James Henry, Francis and Harry. There were sisters as well: Alice,
First home: Funnell’s original homestead Bright Brook at Wooreen.
The fourth in a series of columns marking 50 years of Leongatha Lyric Theatre in 2015
Insightful talk: Pat Spinks, guest speaker; and Rosemary Abbey president, enjoy the South Gippsland Genealogical Society’s end of year dinner. Laura and author of the diary, Emily. Also named George, George Alma’s father was born at Thorp-Le-Soken in England in 1823. He married Mary Emma Amilia Hutchinson of Leongatha in 1853 and died at Koorooman in 1905. Emily’s diary traced other selectors in the Wooreen district, as well as some who settled in the parishes of Koorooman, Allambee and Allambee East, among them being Phelan, Horn, McMahon, Hulls, Morter, Crighton, Moss and Riseley. Interesting was Emily’s
description of Horn setting up Horn’s Wayside Inn and Horn’s knowledge of first aid, he was often called on to assist patients unable to make the doctor 40 miles away in Drouin. On a more domestic note, Emily described the family home being built, the wind and rain, making melon jam, killing a snake in the tent and the tragic drowning of a man in a local creek. He’d been out shooting platypus. Neighbours travelling through always received hospitality at Bright Brook, others rode in turn
to collect the mail at Mirboo North. Adventures and hardships endured by the Funnell family in establishing their successful farming property, mirrors the experiences of other selectors whose similar efforts led to the growth and prosperity enjoyed today in South Gippsland. The South Gippsland Genealogical Society is in recess until Thursday, February 5 when the new year will open with a barbecue at Mirboo North followed by a tour of the historical society clubrooms.
Plea for fire safety PEOPLE are urged to prevent forest fires in Gippsland.
Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) regional manager fire and land, Richard Teychenne said: “Fires lit on public land, either through arson, illegally lit or unattended campfires, or other reckless behaviour, cause too many bushfires every year, leading to loss of life, property and production, affecting the environment and costing millions of dollars in response,
rehabilitation and recovery.” Last summer, officers conducted patrols on days of total fire ban and high fire danger across public land in Gippsland. “The aim of these patrols was to inform and educate and to promote campfire safety with members of public visiting our forests and parks,” Mr Teychenne said. “We also want to reduce the risk of a fire starting on public land as a re-
sult of deliberate lightings, unattended campfires and campfires lit on a day of total fire ban.” Four people were found guilty of having a campfire on a day of total fire ban and fined between $500 and $1000, plus costs. If you see anyone behaving suspiciously or ignorantly, call 136 186 and report it, or contact your local DEPI or Parks Victoria office, or police station.
1968: The Sorcerer
The Sorcerer: program cover for the 1968 production
Tom Jones was to have been Lyric Theatre's production for 1968, but unfortunately the year proved very difficult for the group. The committee had appointed Lyn Carr and Mary Eagger musical director and director respectively. By May it was realised that there were insufficient cast members to make the show viable. Attempts were made to acquire more cast members, but things went from bad to worse and came to a head with the resignation of Lyn Carr who had recently moved to Grantville. At the end of June the committee resolved to cancel the production. Rather than have no LYR3310170
show for the year, the committee decided to attempt a smaller production, and turned again to Gilbert and Sullivan for inspiration. The sorcerer was chosen, and John Watsford, a farmer from Berrys Creek, stepped forward as musical director. It seemed Lyric could do no good this year, as during the rehearsal period, the director, Mary Eagger was forced to withdraw due to ill health. However Cye Holden came to direct the show. In spite of all the
setbacks Lyric ended the year on a high note, with The Sorcerer playing for three nights with tickets sales of $604. Jack Cummins, who played The Sorcerer, had a shocking experience during the final rehearsal. “My most scary moment with Lyric was in The Sorcerer, when the magic teapot exploded in my face during the final rehearsal. The rest of the cast on stage were disconcerted, but not as much as my eyebrows,” Jack recalled later.
Bad start: Mary Eagger pulled out of directing The Sorcerer due to ill health, while Lyn Carr Lyn Carr pulled out of the musical direction for the initial attempt at staging Tom Jones.
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Koalas may save NSW friends MORE than 30 people from across South Gippsland learnt about a potential translocation program of the Strzelecki Koala at a community forum in Koonwarra recently. The Strzelecki Koala is unique, as it has a high genetic variability compared with other koala populations in Victoria. Faye Wedrowicz, a Monash PhD student, confirmed this during the evening as she spoke about her work looking at the genetic profile of the Strzelecki using mitochondrial DNA and
micro-satellite DNA. Ms Wedrowicz has been supported by volunteers and the Friends of Strzelecki Koala group, whose members collected samples of koala scats to assist the study. “Strzelecki Koalas have very high genetic variability compared with other koala populations in Victoria,” she said. “This makes the koalas found in the Strzelecki Ranges and South Gippsland significant as they may be more resilient to disease and, it is hoped, more able to withstand changes to their habitats induced by cli-
Topic of conversation: some Strzelecki koalas could be relocated to New South Wales to replenish local populations.
mate change.” Chris Allen, a senior threatened species officer with the New South Wales Office of Environment and Heritage, spoke about a population study undertaken in the central and eastern Strzelecki Ranges that supports a case for translocation. “The Strzelecki Koala population is the most important population in southern Australia,” he said. “The population currently appears to be relatively secure and occurs at a 72 per cent occupancy rate with variable density depending on the quality of the habitat. “There is evidence of subadults being pushed to the edges of the available habitat which is normal behaviour for young adult koalas trying to establish a home range.” Mr Allen said there was no evidence of over browsing of eucalypts, which can be seen at Cape Otway. Mr Allen presented the findings from two population surveys undertaken in central and eastern Strzelecki Ranges in November 2013 and March 2014. Results showed that across 3525 ha of habitat covered by the survey, there was an estimated koala population of 811, or one koala for every four hectares. A proposal has now been put forward to translocate nine koalas from the Strzelecki Ranges to an area of depleted koala population numbers in south-
Guest speakers: from left, Faye Wedrowicz and Chris Allen with Nicole Walsh from the South Gippsland Landcare Network and Colleen Wood discuss the value of the Strzelecki Koala. east coastal New South Wales. “The proposal currently being assessed by both NSW and Victorian authorities involves translocating nine adult koalas (three males and six females) from the Strzelecki Ranges,” Mr Allen said. “The koalas for the translocation would be sourced from areas scheduled for harvesting on HVP plantation estates.” Koala populations in south-
east NSW have been depleted due to land-use changes that have occurred since European occupation. The proposal aims to establish another koala population within a national park with similar habitat to the Strzelecki Ranges. The research undertaken by Ms Wedrowicz showed Strzelecki Koalas were genetically similar to the ones found
in south-east NSW. Mr Allen confirmed this was only a proposal at this stage and may not be approved. He is consulting widely and has invited anyone with a special interest or any concerns to contact him on chris.allen@environment.nsw.gov.au. If you would like further information, please contact the South Gippsland Landcare Network on 5662 5759.
Milpara Community House news THE year is fast drawing to a close, and we would like give a reminder the community house will be closed for the upcoming school term holidays. The house closed on Friday, December 19 and will reopen for business as usual on Wednesday, January 28. The Centrelink agency at the house will be open during its usual operating times on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, except for the public holidays. The emergency foodbank can be accessed only during these times. If urgent assistance is required, please call the house to gain the mobile contact for the person on call.
TAYLAH Lucy Elford was born at Leongatha Hospital on November 19. Taylah is a daughter for Brooke and Danny of Outtrim and is a sister for Mahalia.
ZAVIER Kohl Gilliland was born at Bass Coast Health on July 29 to Alisha and Simon Gilliland of Cape Paterson. Zavier is a brother to Luka, 2.
Ramp rules spelt out SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has installed new signage at the Port Welshpool ramp to formalise the parking arrangements for vehicles and trailers when launching boats.
LOGAN James Cuttriss was born at Bass Coast Health on November 22 to Ashlee and John Cuttriss of Wonthaggi.
“The new signage simplifies the situation in that all ramp users are required to pay a flat daily fee of $7.50 to park their vehicles and trailers in the designated parking area,” Bruce Gardiner, council’s local laws coordinator said. “Or they may choose to buy an annual ticket for $43 which becomes a viable option if they are likely to use the ramp more than half a dozen times a year.” The ticket machine takes coins and credit cards and is located adjacent to the coast guard building. There is information on the machine advising how to report if
it is not functioning properly. “Daily and annual tickets are also available at council reception or at the Port Welshpool Caravan Park. Alternatively you can call council on 5662 9200 and purchase a daily or yearly ticket using your credit card,” Mr Gardiner said. “These can then be e-mailed to you to print off or we can post the ticket out. This is useful if you’re planning ahead for a day on the water and want to avoid using the ticket machine. “We’re pleased to have the signage improved ahead of the busy holiday season when hundreds of recreational boat owners come to enjoy the magnificent marine environment of Cornet Inlet and Wilsons Promontory. “All the parking revenue is used exclusively for the maintenance of the car park and the ramp amenities.”
Some of the courses on offer during the first term include: Life After Retirement, Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Teas, How to Make a Dreamcatcher, Office Excel which covers Excel and Word, Traffic Management, Construction Induction (White Card), Play and Learn, English and Maths – All ages, All stages, Creative Writing, Cake Decorating, Painting and Drawing, Small Business Victoria events such as Getting the Right Staff, and Business Planning Basics, as well as Computers for Beginners, Computers Beyond Basics, Reckon Accounts, and MYOB to name just a few. We have something for everyone and would encourage you to take advantage of your very own Learn Local organisation. From all of us at Milpara Community House, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year.
Safety plea THE Bass Coast Community Road Safety Committee is calling on residents to continue to be extra vigilant around a hazardous intersection in Lance Creek this summer. Another collision where the Wonthaggi-Korumburra Road intersects with West Creek Road, Glen Alvie Road and Bird Road in mid-October led to a public show of concern about the danger of the intersection. Bass Coast Councillor representative on the Community Road Safety Committee Andrew Phillips, said this included people who had themselves been involved in crashes at this intersection and many who had had near misses. Works are being undertaken to improve safety and motorists are being urged to take care in the area.
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The Good Life
Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment
Big line-up at The Cally CHRISTMAS Eve, Boxing Day and New Years have yet again rolled around and pounced upon us without warning. There are fantastic events going on all over the area with Christmas carol nights, sales galore in the stores, lights are up on houses, and the festive spirit is alive in the hearts of young and old alike. Wonthaggi’s Caledonian Hotel staff is getting into the season with loads of Christmas and New Year’s action for you to soak up. Christmas Eve at The Cally has always been a must for locals, and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever with delicious lunches and dinners served up with live music by resident musician
Ricki Wood from 8pm. Rumour has it Santa will be popping in for dinner and beer, before heading off to deliver all the good girls and boys presents. On Boxing Day, the doors are open for business as usual, and the talents of the John DeLord Project will have you up and dancing in no time. And then of course there’s the big one. New Years Eve at The Cally is going to be a huge night with the very eclectic three piece band Baxter offering up a huge range of songs, including hits from Pearl Jam, Will Smith, Run DMC, CCR, Guns n Roses and so, so, so much more from all decades. To top it off, all these great events are free entry. For an unforgettable holiday season, make sure you’re at The Cally.
New Year’s Eve: Baxter will headline New Year’s Eve at The Cally in Wonthaggi.
Call for portrait entries THE Great Southern Portrait Prize 2015 is an annual exhibition and competition of portraiture of Gippsland residents. The exhibition will be held at Stockyard Gallery in Foster between April 16 and May 11, 2015. Prize winners will be announced on Sunday, April 26 at 2.30pm at Stockyard Gallery, with drinks and nibbles available. Special guest Barry Jones will announce the winners of the prize. He is a famous writer, lawyer, social activist and former politician. The Popular Choice winners will be announced on the Prom Coast Arts Council
(PCA) website in the week following the exhibition and in the local newspapers in the week of May 20–26. The prize is presented by PCA, with grant funding from South Gippsland Shire Council, support from Stockyard Gallery in Foster, and financial assistance from sponsors to cover the prize pool. Fish Creek Jaycees are the main sponsors. The event is made possible by the efforts of PCA volunteers. The prize is also part of the biennial Prom Coast Seachange Festival. To find out more, see www. promcoastseachangefestival. org/ Entry forms are now available from www.promcoastarts.com.au, information centres and a range of
other outlets. Otherwise contact Anda Banikos on 5687 1206 anda@banikos.net.au or contact Michael at Gecko Studio Gallery (15 Falls Road, Fish Creek) on 5683 2481 or framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au A side exhibition of past winners will be held. As many past winners as possible will be contacted and PCA invites all past winners interested in having their work in the ret-
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Farming Insight Jump on the Agritrain
Do you want to work in Agriculture but not sure where to start? Are you looking for employment /a school leaver/seeking a career change?
When: Commencing Wednesday January 28th, 2015 til 20th March 2015 Where: Korumburra Pre-apprenticeship Program:
The AGRITRAIN Pre-apprenticeship program is an 8 week full-time program designed to induct people from a 'non farming' background into the Agricultural Industry. This program is also suitable for those with agricultural experience wishing to formalise their skills. The 8 week program is limited to small groups and has a very 'hands on' approach. AGRITRAIN'S energetic and approachable trainers share their knowledge and allow students to gain skills that they are able to use either in employment or on their own farms.
The program includes and is not limited to: ü Animal Health ü First Aid ü Chainsaw ü Fencing ü Soil sampling ü Pasture management ü Sheep Operations
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Costs: For eligible participants, the cost of enrolment for the full program is $250. Please feel free to speak to AGRITRAIN on 0407 595187 or (03) 5199 2626 to assess your eligibility to undertake a funded place in this program.
The Agritrain Pre-apprenticeship Program is an eight week full time program, designed to induct people who are either new to agriculture or have limited experience. It is limited to a small group of approximately 10 students and has a hands on approach. The program allows students to gain basic skills in areas such as fencing, chainsaw use, front end loader/backhoe operation, Auschem chemical use, pasture management, drafting livestock, administering medication, animal nutrition, first aid, shearing shed and dairy operations. Andrew Wood is one of the trainers for the program and has extensive experience in the Gippsland agricultural industry. His passion for this program stems from many farmers finding it difficult to source good staff, es-
All about ag: trainer Andrew Wood discusses pasture management with Bolaro Downs staff during a recent Agritrain Pre-apprenticeship Program. pecially employees that are skilled and well trained. The program aims to get more people into the industry and upskill current employees, keeping local people in local jobs. The program is suited for anyone who wants to get started in the agricultural industry. This includes recent school leavers and people looking for a career change.
It is also suitable for individuals considering purchasing a farm or hobby farm. Students who complete the program will receive a Certificate III in Agriculture from Wodonga TAFE. They will also receive their Auschem certification and backhoe ticket. In addition to the qualifications, students will gain skills they can use on farm
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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, December 23, 2014 - PAGE 33
Farming Insight
Paul bowls over farmers THERE was more than a touch of green at last week’s Young Dairy Development Program South Gippsland Christmas get-together in Meeniyan.
Held at the Meeniyan Bowling Club, the casual evening saw plenty of action on the greens as well as a fascinating talk from Irish expat farmer Paul O’Malley. Paul, who grew up on his parents’ 40 cow dairy farm in the green hills of Ireland’s west coast, now runs two dairy farms – one in Gippsland and the other in Cobram. With 420 cows on his Murray River property and another 400 milkers at Heyfield, Paul’s unusual farming strategy had everyone at the YDDP event intrigued about why and how he does it.
“After we starting having some water issues at Cobram, I thought it would be a good idea to diversify and spread the risk,” he said. With four children under six and two farms more than five hours’ drive from each other, Paul said it was a hard life but a rewarding one. “The message I have for the young farmers tonight is that there are opportunities in this industry,” he said. YDDP Gippsland coordinator Colleen Laws said Paul was an intriguing guest speaker who showed what could be achieved through thinking outside the square. “This is what YDDP is all about – getting young farmers thinking about the ways they can achieve their career goals and helping them find the right path towards those goals,” she said.
“It’s a great industry to work in, so Paul’s story is invaluable in showing that there’s more than one way to find a place in it.” “It’s been a big year for YDDP in South Gippsland
and it’s great to finish on such a positive note with a wonderful get-together like this.” YDDP is partially funded by the Dairy Service Levy.
Opening eyes: YDDP South Gippsland committee chair Luke Cockman with guest speaker Paul O’Malley, YDDP Gippsland co-ordinator Colleen Laws and GippsDairy executive officer Laurie Jeremiah.
Good times: Stuart and Jess Collins have a ball at the YDDP Christmas party with mum, Kerrie.
Social occasion: Leongatha South’s Benjamin Vagg, Michael Comben from Foster and Inverloch’s Tom Wyatt enjoy the YDDP end of year event at Meeniyan.
Family affair: Foster’s Georgie Hobson and Hayden Harratty at the YDDP end of year event with young Lochy.
Turning the snags: YDDP Gippsland co-ordinator Colleen Laws gets a hand at the BBQ from Meeniyan’s Jason McEwan.
• VLE Leongatha
Steers, bullocks gain value THERE were approximately 700 export and 80 young cattle penned, representing a decrease of nearly 1800 head week on week for the last prime sale for the region in the lead up to Christmas.
The usual buying group was present but not all operating in a mixed market. The limited selection of young cattle was predominately comprised of yearling heifers, and those suited to the trade sold firm. The 300 steers and bullocks improved 2c to 4c for most, while the heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers slipped 7c/kg. A handful of heavy weight grown heifers lifted 3c/kg. Heavy weight cows showing good finish eased 4c to 6c/kg, while the leaner grades held firm and sold even a little dearer in places. Heavy weight bulls sold firm for most as the better yielding B muscle bulls eased 5c/kg. Yearling heifers showing good finish sold from 165c to 185c/kg. Grown steers made between 185c and 192c/kg. Bullocks sold between 176c and 196c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish made from 163c to 175c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 156c to 160c with the crossbred portion from 165c to 181c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made between 120c and 139c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 136c. The next sale draw - January 7 & 8: 1. Alex Scott, 2. David Phelan, 3. Landmark, 4. SEJ, 5. Rodwells 6. Elders. Sheep sale Wednesday at 1pm.
Prime Sale - Wednesday, December 17
BULLOCKS 13 M. & S. Vos, Nambrok 9 I.H. & M.N. Jones, Pearcedale 7 P.C. Waite, Glengarry 1 P.H., N.F. & D.P. Moore, Yarram 2 L. & B. Jones, Fish Creek 2 L. MacDonald, Longford STEERS 2 K. Oddy, Boolarra South 9 P.C. Waite, Glengarry 5 P.H., N.F. & D.P. Moore, Yarram 1 I.H. & M.N. Jones, Pearcedale 2 L. MacDonald, Longford 1 M. & S. Vos, Nambrok COWS 1 Telegraph Pastoral, Devon 1 B.S. Cantwell Lstk, Toora 1 J. Giliam, Stony Creek 1 D.M. Phelan, Binginwarri 2 G.W. & Y.B. Byrne, Hazelwood 2 R.L. Olsen, Poowong East HEIFERS 3 K. Oddy, Boolarra South 1 G.C.R. & M. Kuhne, Dumbalk 12 A. & J. Jones, Giffard 1 N.D. & J. Buckland, Fish Creek 1 G.W. & Y.B. Byrne, Hazelwood 1 P.H., N.F. & D.P. Moore, Yarram BULLS 1 B.S. Cantwell Lstk, Toora 1 R. & G. Dakin, Glen Forbes 1 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 1 D. & J. Verboon, Tarwin Lower 1 R.L. Olsen, Poowong East 1 M. & J. Dyer, Nerrena
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KONGWAK 26 swing over herringbone shed
FULL TIME POSITION (every 2nd weekend off) Traineeship a possibility Contact: 5657 4347
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situations vacant 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:
Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as short-term respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our care team in the roles of Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse.
Registered Nurse/Enrolled Nurse
Kindergarten Teacher 2015 Jeanette Loughridge Memorial Kindergarten Closing date 29th December 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
Casual Our Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses work to ensure the direct care needs of all residents are met through overseeing and evaluating care plans, and the individualised nursing needs of the residents. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Demonstrated high level of analytical, written and verbal skills • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision • Demonstrated excellent time management skills Desirable • Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people *RNs must also show a demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff in providing care. Applications close 5pm Monday 29 December 2014 For a position description or other enquiries: Carina Ross, Care Administration Coordinator T: 03 5682 0800 E: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Lyn Williams, Administration Officer PO Box 81, Foster VIC 3960 E: lyn.williams@promcountryagedcare.com.au
Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc invites applications for the following position:
Qualified Educator Full Time Maternity Leave Position A Certificate III in Community Services (Childcare) qualification is mandatory and a Diploma of Community Services (Childcare) is highly desirable. As part of our commitment to maintaining a child safe environment, applicants must provide a current WWC (Working with Children) check. The commitment to providing an exceptional level of quality education and care in a safe and nurturing environment is paramount. The Centre will be closed from 24th December to the 12th of January 2015 however applications and queries can still be emailed during the closure period. Applications close Friday 16th January 2015 Ms Dina McMaster – Co-ordinator Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc 244 White Road WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Ph: (03) 5672 5151 bass.coast.cc@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Plant Team Leader / Maintainer Mecrus is an Asset management company providing operations and maintenance along with 'whole of business' solutions by integrating the skills and experience of its dedicated team into client companies. We are currently seeking an experienced 'hands on' Team Leader to join our teams in South Gippsland and Northern Victoria. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient day to day operational functionality of the site, ensuring KPI's and customer expectations are met. This includes providing leadership of staff along with ensuring compliance with OH&S, business and organisational policies and procedures. The site operates 24/7 and requires the team leader to be on call and able to assist on shift when required. The successful candidate must have: • Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and lead a team • Ability to work in a team environment • Experience in planning and scheduling maintenance activities • Skills to carry out and/or assist in maintenance activities • Strong OH&S knowledge, ability to lead by example • Intermediate in Microsoft office • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Training provided for the right candidate. Expressions of interest to be sent to hr@mecrus.com.au
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MOWERS We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, Greenfield, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $149. Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models. Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories. We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.
MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha. L.M.C.T. 2714
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ELECTROLUX coffee machine and milk frother with coffee cups and saucers. As new $150 ONO. 5662-3170. FIREWOOD messmate / stringy. Cut, split and dry. Min. 2 metres, bulk loads available, $100 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.
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HAY, new season’s, $6 per bale, Koonwarra area. Phone Jason 0417640079. RASPBERRIES and blackberries. Pick your own, open 7 days, 8am - 8pm, Waterwheel Orchards, 250 Fishers Road, Boolarra. Ph: 5169-6622. RIDE-ON MOWER Cox Stockman, 11.5 hp, VGC, $1,500. 0417-081152. 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 0417530662. SMALL FRIDGE 12 months old $300. Mobility scooter $1,500. Ph: 56623137. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
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situations vacant ST JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL KORUMBURRA
Teacher - 0.4 FTE 6 month replacement for 2015 St Joseph’s Primary School requires an enthusiastic teacher to work in conjunction with our Grade 3/4 teacher for the first two terms of 2015. Role Description/Criteria: Applicants must be able to demonstrate capabilities in the following areas: • VIT registered • Accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School Email letter of application and resumé including the names and contact details of three phone referees should be sent to principal@sjkorumburra.catholic.edu.au Applications close Friday 2nd January 2015 with interviews to be held the week of the 5th January 2015.
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HAY: Small squares, excellent quality, shedded. New season, $8 each. Secondhand treated pine posts 3-4 inch, approx 250 at $4 each. Mardan 56641320.
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GREEN STANDING FIREWOOD Farm windbreaks Leongatha North Will need 4WD Phone 5668 9292
BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE
EWES Dorpers with lambs. Ewes Wiltshires with lambs. From $200. Leongatha South. 5664-3281, 0400618577. RAMS Poll Dorset, Southdown and Border Leicester. Brucellosis accredited, flock registered, well bred, established breeder. Various prices, can deliver. 5686-2699.
used motorcycles HONDA MOTORBIKE XR70R, very good condition, outgrown. 0400640019. $1,100 ONO. HONDA CRF70F, 04, red, great condition. Kim 0409622820.
REQUEST FOR TENDER TENDER NO. 14 - 22 – DELIVERY OF INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES South Gippsland Water invites tenders from suitably qualified organisations or individuals for the supply of Internal Audit Services. The scope of works includes: • Internal control system and procedure effectiveness reviews • Efficiency audits and best practice recommendations; • Operational performance and compliance reviews; • Examination and review of financial systems and processes; • Review of elements of the annual financial statements as required; and • Special investigations at the request of the Audit & Risk Management Committee, Management and/or the Board of Directors. Expressions of Interest close 2pm on Friday, 9 January 2015 and must be lodged in the tender box located at 14-18 Pioneer Street, Foster, Victoria 3960. Tenders should be enclosed in a sealed envelope and marked “Tender No. 14 - 22 – Delivery of Internal Audit Services”. For further information, including tender specifications, visit our website at www.sgwater.com.au or contact Justin Wightman, General Manager Corporate Services on (03) 5682 0408.
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marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191
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HYUNDAI ACCENT hatch, 2001, manual, good condition. Rego SCW455, $1,200 ONO. Fish Creek 0403-901575. VY COMMODORE sedan, 2003, burgundy, Holden alloys, near new tyres, service history, 246,000kms, Reg. until September 2015 (SMO005). One owner, VGC, $3,500. Ph: 0438741477.
wanted USED DRUM KIT to suit 13 year old. Contact Kim 0409-622820.
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● 150 Friesian bulls, VGC, 500-550kg. Rising 2yr olds, never worked. ● Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey also available. PHONE
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in memoriam SHEEN - Martin Warren. 4.3.40 - 25.12.11 Our beautiful husband and father. Not a day goes by when we don’t think of you, miss you so much. Denise, Amy and Cassie.
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deaths BYRNE Graeme “Plugger” Best mate and lifelong friend. Love to Yvonne, Trev, Shez, Anthony and families. Nev, Di (dec), Greg, Kylie, Jeff and family. CALDER - Mavis Jean (May). Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on December 18, 2014 in her 93rd year. Formerly of Leongatha North. Dearly loved wife of Charlie (dec). Loved and loving mother of Robert and Heather, Leslie and Louise, Graeme and Glenis, Marion and Barry. Dearly loved Nan of Glenn and Sarah, Nyree and Jason, Matthew and Bronwyn, Tim and Amanda. Proud great grandmother to 9. Always remembered. Forever in our thoughts and hearts. CALDER - Mavis Jean (May). Passed away peacefully 18.12.14 at Leongatha hospital. Dearly loved mother and friend of Robert and Heather. Beloved grandmother of Glenn and Sarah; Nyree and Jason. Cherished Great Nan of Lachlan, Lara and Hamish; Anabelle, Lucinda and Harrison. Nan’s stoicism and hard work ethic will be with us forever. Glenn and Sarah, Anabelle, Lucinda and Harrison are deeply saddened by the passing of their Nan and Great Nan. Nyree and Jason, Lachlan, Lara and Hamish will remember Nan and Great Nan with much love and affection. Our memories are forever.
deaths CALDER - Mavis Jean. 15.6.1922 - 18.12.2014 Dearly loved mother of Graeme and Glenis. Adored Nana of Matthew and Bronwyn. Special Great Nana of Chaz and Poppy. You were tired and it was time. Sleep peacefully now. We will love you forever. CALDER - May. Dearly loved Aunty May of Susie and Peter (dec) Tori, Mick and Eileen (dec), Ian and Val Dorling, Anne Griebenow. Doug, Chris Geoff and Jo Campbell. We will always remember your happy smile and your love for our children. Sleep peacefully. CALDER - May. Great work mate fondly remembered. Yogi Bear. HEMPHILL (nee Collett) Barbara Anne. 22.12.1941 - 17.12.2014 Passed away peacefully at Koorooman House Leongatha, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of Lloyd for 50 wonderful years. The most wonderful and loving mother of Cathy and Brendan, David and Yvonne. Very loving and caring grandma of Jack, Patrick, Caitlin, Keely and Riley. Only daughter of the late Len and Ruth Collett. Loved sister of Barry and Graeme. Rest in peace. HEMPHILL - Barbara Anne. Loved sister and sisterin-law of Barry and Paula, aunt of Katrina and Steve, Gabrielle, Naomi, Chris and Danielle (all in UK and Australia). A loving, kind and caring sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend from childhood, who will forever be in our hearts.
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deaths HEMPHILL - Barb. Farewell a beautiful lady. Cherished friend and carer of our family. Fond thoughts to Lloyd and family. John, Heather, Steve, Grant. HEMPHILL - Barbara. Dearly loved friend of Bob and Kath (dec) and Poppy. You fought so hard to stay Barb. You will be greatly missed. Deepest sympathy to Lloyd and family. Love Bob and Poppy. SYNAN - Leo Martin. 1934 - 2014 Passed away December 20 at Prom Country house, aged 80 years. Loving husband of Vi, loving father and father-inlaw of Kevin and Teresa, Debra and Greg, Nicole and Graham, Leanne and Jamie. Loving Pa of Stephen (dec), Michael, Melanie, Charlotte, Laura, Luke and Kylie. One of nature’s gentlemen. SYNAN - Leo. Beloved brother-in-law of Peter (dec) and Susie Tori. Loving uncle of Bradley, Kate, Shannon and Lachlan, Anna and Lara and Benjamin Tori. Louise, Shane, Ethan, Rio and Dane Weidermann. We will always remember our many happy times together. Sleep peacefully Leo.
funerals HEMPHILL - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs Barbara Anne Hemphill will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Leongatha on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 commencing at 12.30pm. Private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cure Brain Cancer Foundation would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the service or donate online at www. curebraincancer.org.au
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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
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Festive carollers: Wonthaggi’s Kate and Toby Smith were all ready for Wonthaggi’s Carols by Candlelight to start at Wishart Reserve on Sunday.
Jingle bells: Among the star performers were, from left, Claire Walmsley, Emma Ingles, Kelvin Goodes, Jennifer Walton, client services manager Sharon Exton, Ian Martin, Mary Bleeser and Kevin Browne from Connecting Skills Australia. Full story on page 7.
Market a shopper magnet MEENIYAN held its first mid-week market last Thursday, complete with a visit from Santa and his helpful elf.
The market held along Whitelaw Street was a big hit with locals and visitors, especially in the lead up to Christmas. Stallholders and store owners showcased their treasures including organic home grown produce, handmade soaps and gifts, art and much more. The market will be held on the third Thursday of every month.
Right Spending up: Caity (left) and Michelle Beaton from Meeniyan got some last minute Christmas shopping done last Thursday, during Meeniyan’s first mid-week market.
Spreading cheer: Angus and Edith Cousins were excited to see Santa (Rod Cope) and his elf (Olivia Cope) in Meeniyan last Thursday, as part of the town’s first mid-week market.
Mayor’s message Cr Jeanette Harding
Heart support group here to help AN open invitation has been extended by Heart Support Australia (HSA), South Gippsland branch, inviting people with lung and cardiac conditions to join its support group. Previously HSA supported community members and/or their carers with heart disease. By including community members with lung disease, it will provide a much needed support base for these people who had no other support groups running. The group meets on the third Friday of the month at the Korumburra Bowling Club. It has regular guest speakers which can include health professionals, historians and other persons of interest. They also have regular social outings, which are a lot of fun for members. There is a small yearly membership
fee of $10. Gippsland Southern Health Service has been an active supporter of HSA over the years and regularly loans the group its bus to transport members to their social outings. If you or a family member would like more information about HSA, please phone John Grenon on 0412 996 196. The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program known as the BREATHE program runs at Gippsland Southern Health Service four times per year. The next eight week course is due to commence in early February 2015. The course helps people with lung disease understand their condition and improve their lung function with regular exercise. For more information about this program or the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, please call cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation coordinator Kathryn Croatto on 5654 2718.
LAST week’s siege in Sydney brought home to me what a safe and peaceful place we live in, a fact we often take for granted. But it is a changing world and while we don’t need to live in fear, it is worth taking time to regularly appreciate the privilege of this environment, this lifestyle, this democracy. We can be quick to complain about so many facets of our lives, politics and perceived injustices and shortcomings, while millions across the world can only dream of such freedom, health and wealth. Christmas is different things to different people, and gives us a gentle prod to feel and express gratitude for all we have. You can choose to heal or seal rifts, include others in your celebrations and take time to play, relax and contemplate what is meaningful for you. Of course we can do this at other times too, but do we do it enough? As we end 2014 I wish peace and joyful connections with the people who already populate your life, with your door well ajar for
new experiences and challenges in 2015. I attended the Leongatha Christmas Carols last week and was delighted to see so many children participating. The weather was kind, the fireworks were great and the evening well organised by a raft of volunteers. Several other towns have also had their carols but there’s bound to still be some nearby where you can oil your vocal chords and get in the festive swing. Council offices will be open right through the holiday season to maintain the many services we provide, closing only on the public holidays. While staff levels will be lower than normal, your enquiries can still be handled. More information on specific services during this time is outlined in the Council Noticeboard advert in this edition. The most common calls we get over this period relate to the disposal of rubbish through kerbside collections and transfer stations. This information can be easily accessed on our website www.
southgippsland.vic.gov.au at any time of the day or night. The council switchboard also has a 24/7 answering service to handle council related emergencies such as wandering stock or fallen trees on roads, and of course you have 000 for other emergencies such as fire or ambulance. Our Year 12 students received their VCE results last week and hopefully achieved the scores to follow their dreams. It’s an amazing time in their lives, in a world of infinite possibilities and my best wishes go to them for exciting opportunities that will capitalise on their natural talents and help grow their skills for success. Lastly, with the holiday influx, you’re our best ambassadors for South Gippsland! We’re known for our friendliness and often just directions or a smile can make a difference to our visitors. Extra crowds require extra patience, particularly on the roads and in our shops. Keep safe and have a wonderful holiday season.
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Over and out: from left, Tarwin Valley Primary School students Ruby, Sophie, Daniel and Conor are ready to enjoy Christmas and summer.
See you later: Kathleen Ross with sons Hudson and Lachlan (middle) have spent the year at Tarwin Valley Primary School on exchange from Canada.
Christmas cheer at Tarwin Valley STUDENTS bid farewell to school for another year at Tarwin Valley Primary School last Thursday. The Ross family, on exchange at the school from Canada, were also given a send-off, before leaving Australia on Saturday. Kathleen Ross spent the year as a teacher at the school, and her sons Lachlan and Hudson were students. “We love it here; we are really go-
ing to miss everyone. The school and the community have been so welcoming,” she said. “I hadn’t been to Australia before but my husband Nathan had. When I was a teenager we had an Australian exchange student from Melbourne stay with us. “Since then, I have always wanted to visit.” The Ross family travelled the country, visiting Western Australia, Queensland, New South Wales and all around
Victoria. “We have also spent nearly every weekend travelling around South Gippsland. Hudson learned how to surf. We have all tried a lot of new things,” Mrs Ross said. Apart from missing the people they have met, Mrs Ross said the whole family will miss the wildlife they saw most days. “We always had koalas in our tree, and kangaroos and echidnas in our backyard,” she said.
“The nice balance between life and work, the sense of community, the weather and the beach are all things we will find it hard to say goodbye to.” While the Ross family was in Australia, the Vanderzalm family went to Canada. Gene Vanderzalm is a teacher at Tarwin Valley and their children attend as students. Both the Vanderzalm family and the Ross family have been using technology, particularly Skype, to keep up
High jump bid stalled by Tayla Kershaw SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will not pursue a high jump facility in Leongatha.
Investigations into the proposed high jump facility have been underway since September. Following the success of Leongatha’s 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games gold medallist, high jumper Eleanor Patterson, council has been discussing the requirements of local athletes with coaches. Eleanor started her career at Little Athletics and is now competing at national and international events. However, she has to travel to Casey Fields in Cranbourne to receive the training she needs due to the lack of a dedicated training facility locally.
The Leongatha Little Athletics Club has a long held desire for a dedicated athletics facility to be developed in town. However, council believed the cost of the project could better serve the broader community’s needs by providing facilities for local level participation. Deputy mayor Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said council was keen to develop the high jump facility, but it was not realistically practical and a compromise would be best for the time being. Cr Don Hill said the costing to increase the existing facility was prohibitive. Council will continue to support the Leongatha Little Athletics Club in pursuing external funding for the high jump facility, should the club decide it was a priority. “We can’t create expectations if we can’t reward them,” Cr Jim Fawcett said.
Lyric gets set for 50 year launch LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre’s 50th birthday celebrations in 2015 will start off with a bang.
The opening event of its 50 year celebrations will be held on Friday, February 6 to Sunday, February 8, 2015 with a long weekend full of events. On Friday evening at Leongatha Memorial Hall, a photographic and costume display titled Curtain Up-The First 50 years will be staged alongside a cocktail party. Included in the exhibition, which is being set up by artistic coordinator Colin Mitchell, will be costumes from shows’ past and show photos from Lyric photographer Michael Mason. A mini concert will be part of the evening also, with Carmel Slater putting the music together along with several Lyric singers. There will be some formal speeches as well, but this will only take a brief part of the night. The night will feature welcome drinks and finger food. There will also be the launch of a booklet outlining the history of Lyric from 2006 to the present, to be used in conjunction with the 1965-2005 history book On Saturday and Sunday, February 7 and 8, from 10am until 4pm, the Lyric
studios will be thrown open with scenic workshop tours, set construction in progress, choreography and singing rehearsals for the new musical Gypsy being held throughout the day. Professional artists will be there also talking about and painting some of the backdrops to be used in Gypsy. Tours will depart from Leongatha Memorial Hall, and will be guided and leave at regular intervals. And that’s not all! On Saturday evening (7.30pm-9.30pm) and Sunday (from 6pm-8pm) there’ll be a Curtain Up concert organised by Carmel Slater and Colin Mitchell featuring songs from past Lyric shows and, after an interval, songs from future Lyric shows. Past and present Lyric performers are currently being finalised for a night of nostalgia. There is limited seating in the hall for only 90 people due to costumes displays taking up a large part of the hall, so those interested are urged to get in early once bookings are opened. For further information, check out the Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s website www. lyrictheatre.net.au or phone Nicole Cooper 0429 821 545 or Noel Stringer 0428 871 250.
Finishing primary school: from left, Grade 6 students Charlie, Audrey, Kylie and Alfie of St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Primary School, Leongatha, celebrate their last day of primary school.
St Laurence’s farewells 2014 STUDENTS at St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Primary School, Leongatha, attended their last day of school for the year on Wednesday.
Grade 6 students celebrated with a swim at South Gippsland SPLASH, followed by a barbecue in the adjoining park.
School’s out: from top, Olivia, Jesseme and Zara of St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Primary School, Leongatha, enjoy their last day.
with their school and friends while in different countries. Tarwin Valley principal Brett Smith said the Ross family had been great members of the school community. “We have learnt a lot from them and they have learnt a lot from us. It has given our students some global perspective, and understanding things can be different and the same,” he said. “Gene and three Vanderzalm children will return to Tarwin Valley next year.”
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Keeping residents connected at Koorooman By Stuart Biggins THIRTY-SIX residents with 36 differing interests and 36 possible activities.
Koorooman House: diversional therapist Kerrin Barker with pet therapy dog Rastas and aged care volunteer Catherine Lyon.
That is Koorooman House, the high care facility for the aged located on the grounds of the Leongatha hospital, part of Gippsland Southern Health Service. Kerrin Barker and Josie Durant, employed as diversional therapists at Koorooman House, are responsible for keeping the residents active, involved and connected. Kerrin said, “When the nurses are done each waking day, they are ours.” Kerrin and Josie are an amazing team but as different from each other as chalk and cheese in terms of what they bring to the residents. “We are a very small building block in what makes Koorooman House such a lovely place to work and visit,” Kerrin said. A word Kerrin uses a lot is “culture”. “Koorooman House,” she
said, “has a wonderful, caring and open culture. “As diversional therapists in a high care facility, we look at what each of the residents can still do. “Our aim is that they continue to enjoy life as much as they can. “We don’t set people up to fail. We want residents to maintain independence for as long as they can.” Exercise programs are crucial in that regard and include even the simple things, such as maintaining the ability to turn oneself over in bed and thereby avoid debilitating pressure injuries. The program at Koorooman House attempts to balance cognitive, cultural and religious interests. Volunteers come to read novels, newspapers and magazines. Cooking and baking demonstrations, displays of various kinds, silk scarf painting and pet therapy are a small selection of the activities designed to keep the elderly connected. Kerrin brings her dog Rastas in for pet therapy, which she said was an important program given
the number of residents who have had to surrender their own pets to move in to aged care. As well as Rastas, Kerrin also brings her old pet cockatiel. “Men in particular love birds and my cockatiel just sits there and tweets away,” she said. “We also have our outdoor program and try to get out into our beautiful garden as much as we can.” Life Stories is a program which came into being through a Department of Health Dementia Friendly Environment grant, and has had a great response. Kerrin has worked closely with project officer Deborah Lopez Freeman to achieve brilliant results. For each resident, Life Stories provides an insight into the resident and their family by answering the question, “What do we need to know about you?” The project has shown everyone that learning about other peoples’ lives can be interesting, and beneficial for both staff and family. Again, the program is about
maintaining dignity and independence as you age. Beginning with short, half hour interviews, a dossier is built up on each individual and results in a set of laminated flip cards in each resident’s room which is of such significance that it becomes a family keepsake. The 12 cards serve a practical everyday purpose but ensure that resident needs are met. Once the Life Stories project was up and running, Mrs Barker was keen to begin another program to add richness to life at Koorooman House. Bringing the World to Koorooman is the result. Staff, residents and volunteers who go away are encouraged to bring back photos and stay in touch with email so residents can follow their adventures on the large screen in the activities centre. Using the tablet computers at the facilities, residents may respond if they like. Keeping residents connected at Koorooman House is not lip service, it is reality.
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The Allies are back
THE Allies Football Netball Club is back on track after announcing recently it had appointed a senior coach for the 2015 season. Andrew Morwood, a former Oakleigh District’s senior coach and most recently assistant coach at Peninsula league club
Karingal, was signed on Wednesday night as a non playing coach. Morwood is looking forward to the challenges ahead. “The club has been very honest with me about its struggles, I am not daunted by that, in fact it excites me,” he said. Allies players and supporters got to meet the new
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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coach last Wednesday, December 17, at an informal meet the coach session. “I applied for a few coaching positions but this one felt right, I picked up on the enthusiasm and appreciated the honesty they portrayed about the realities of getting the club up and going after being in recess for a season,” he said. Morwood is not put off by having to get players back at the club. “I don’t think it will be hard to get the players who left to go to other clubs when the Allies did not get up last season to come back.” “From what I am told it is a great family club, so a lot of hard work and belief will get results, we are after players who will connect with the club, not those who are just here for the money,” Morwood said. “I know we are start-
ing from a low base, the recruiting plans are in place and preseason will commence in the second or third week of January,” he said. Morwood has signed a one year contract with the club. However The Star has been advised a number of conditions were put on the Allies by the league, one being it must appoint a coach by Christmas to be included in the 2015 draw and the other conditions imposed for the club to be readmitted was it would field at least senior football and A Grade netball teams. Allies president Doug Kay indicated a number of former senior and reserve players had indicated they were returning from the clubs they’d joined for 2014 and was hoping Morwood would be able to recruit a few players from
Melbourne. “When I was elected to lead the club I had two main objectives, the first was to get a senior coach, which we now have and the second and probably the hardest is to get four football teams back on the park. “The netball is all set, they are right, they will have all grades ready to go come the first round of 2015. Football will be harder to field the four sides but we are doing all we can to get it happening,” Kay said. “We have to start from the ground up,” he said. “It is a family club but we are starting from scratch and rebuilding the club from the ground up.” The next few months will be busy ones for all at the Allies, the big New Year’s Eve fireworks night will be just ticket to get the club off with a big bang.
Welcome: Allies president Doug Kay (right) welcomes new senior coach Andrew Morwood to the club after his signing last Wednesday night.
Alberton Football Netball League draw 2015 Round 1: April 4 (Easter Saturday) Phillip Island v Stony Creek Kilcunda-Bass v Dalyston I-K v Kor-Bena Foster v Fish Creek MDU - Bye Tarwin - Bye DWWWW - Bye Toora - Bye Round 2: April 11 Dalyston v I-K Kor-Bena v Kilcunda-Bass Fish Creek v Phillip Island Tarwin v MDU Stony Creek v Foster Toora v DWWWW Round 3: April 18 Dalyston v Foster Kilcunda-Bass v Tarwin I-K v Stony Creek MDU v Phillip Island DWWWW v Kor-Bena Toora v Fish Creek Round 4: Saturday, April 25 Phillip Island v I-K Kor-Bena v Fish Creek (Night) Foster v Toora (Night) Sunday, April 26
DWWWW v Tarwin Stony Creek v MDU Dalyston - Bye Kilcunda-Bass - Bye Round 5: May 2 Phillip Island v Foster Dalyston v DWWWW I-K v Toora Fish Creek v Stony Creek MDU v Kilcunda-Bass Tarwin v Kor-Bena Round 6: May 9 Kilcunda-Bass v Phillip Island Kor-Bena v Dalyston Fish Creek v I-K DWWWW v Foster Stony Creek v Tarwin Toora v MDU Round 7: May 16 Phillip Island v Toora Dalyston v MDU I-K v Tarwin Foster v Kilcunda-Bass DWWWW v Fish Creek Stony Creek v Kor-Bena
MDU v DWWWW Tarwin v Foster Toora v Stony Creek Round 9: June 6 Phillip Island v Fish Creek Kilcunda-Bass v Kor-Bena I-K v Dalyston Foster v MDU Tarwin v Toora Stony Creek v DWWWW Round 10: June 13 Dalyston v Tarwin MDU v I-K DWWWW v Phillip Island Stony Creek v Kilcunda-Bass Toora v Kor-Bena Fish Creek - Bye Foster - Bye
INTERLEAGUE - May 23
Round 11: June 20 Phillip Island v Dalyston Fish Creek v Kilcunda-Bass MDU v Tarwin Foster v Stony Creek DWWWW v Toora Kor-Bena - Bye I-K - Bye
Round 8: May 30 Kilcunda-Bass v I-K Kor-Bena v Phillip Island Fish Creek v Dalyston
Round 12: June 27 Kilcunda-Bass v DWWWW Kor-Bena v MDU Foster v I-K
Tarwin v Fish Creek Toora v Dalyston Phillip Island - Bye Stony Creek - Bye Round 13: July 4 Dalyston v Kilcunda-Bass I-K v Phillip Island Fish Creek v Kor-Bena MDU v Stony Creek Tarwin v DWWWW Toora v Foster Round 14: July 11 Phillip Island v Tarwin Kilcunda-Bass v Toora Kor-Bena v Foster Fish Creek v MDU DWWWW v I-K Stony Creek v Dalyston Round 15: July 18 Phillip Island v Kilcunda-Bass Dalyston v Kor-Bena I-K v Fish Creek MDU v Toora Foster v DWWWW Tarwin v Stony Creek Round 16: July 25 Kilcunda-Bass v MDU Kor-Bena v DWWWW Fish Creek v Foster Tarwin v Dalyston
Stony Creek v I-K Toora v Phillip Island Round 17: August 1 Phillip Island v Kor-Bena Dalyston v Fish Creek I-K v Kilcunda-Bass Foster v Tarwin DWWWW v MDU Stony Creek v Toora Round 18: August 8 Dalyston v Phillip Island Kilcunda-Bass v Fish Creek Kor-Bena v I-K MDU v Foster DWWWW v Stony Creek Toora v Tarwin Round 19: August 15 Kor-Bena v Stony Creek I-K v DWWWW Fish Creek v Toora Foster v Phillip Island MDU v Dalyston Tarwin v Kilcunda-Bass ELIMINATION FINAL ELIMINATION FINAL 2nd SEMI FINAL 1st SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL
August 22 August 23 August 29 August 30 Sept 5 Sept 12
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Gippsland Storm’s winning ways GIPPSLAND Storm Elite Development Netball Club finished off its Premier League season in style by overcoming a physical Fusion Purple in their Grand Final by 14 goals on Tuesday night, December 16 at the Waverley Netball Centre.
Having gone through the season undefeated and winning the semi final by a convincing 24 goals, the Storm girls always knew that their opponents were going to come out hard in the first half of their contest, and they didn’t disappoint. The first quarter was a low scoring affair, with both defensive ends dominating play, and goals hard to come by. Gippsland was definitely taken out of its comfort zone, and the additional pressure of a grand final was evident, as the girls committed turnovers that had not been evident in their play for the whole season. Fusion Purple was able to settle quicker in the first quarter, and half way through the first quarter led by four goals, taking the game up to its younger opponent. Gippsland Storm was able to claw back a few goals towards the end of the quarter to only trail by one goal at the first change. The second quarter was a carbon copy of the first with fundamental errors creeping into both team’s games and the standard in general below what would normally be expected from the two top teams with so much to play for. Whilst Gippsland had played well below what it knew it was capable of during the first half of play, the team was buoyed by the knowledge that it was fitter
and faster than its opponent whose players were older. Gippsland could rely on these attributes of fitness and youth to push itself along in the second half of play. As if on cue, the third quarter fell as predicted, with Gippsland totally dominating play for the whole 15 minutes, going from a one goal lead at half time, to a commanding ten goal lead at three quarter time, and putting itself in a dominant position going into the last quarter. With one hand on the ultimate prize, the entire group was committed to finishing off the game in style, and proving its mantle as the most dominant team in Premier League for the season. A 28 to14 second half proved beyond doubt that Gippsland was the more complete side on the night, and the final score of 42 to 28 was a true reflection of the gap between the first and second team. Captain Holly Monaghan proved exactly how far she has come in the last 12 months, leading from the front, and earning the Best on Court award for her disciplined effort in the defensive circle for the whole four quarters. Coach Simon O’Shanassy praised his players for their efforts and resilience over the course of the season, making special mention of the girl’s maturity for such a young and relatively inexperienced group. “It’s so easy coaching a group of athletes, when they all have the same level of commitment to a common goal. Each of these girls already had the necessary attributes to make a contribution to the success of this team, it was my job to put those attributes together, and the success of the group is a reflection of how this group came
Mirboo North & District junior tennis Results - Round 11 Saturday, December 20
A Grade: Leongatha Tomic 4 sets, 33 games d Leongatha Hewitt 2 sets, 27 games. Leongatha Kyrgios 5 sets, 30 games d Baromi White 1 set, 13 games. Leongatha Matosevic 4 sets, 31 games d Baromi Red 2 sets, 16 games. Mardan 4 sets, 32 games d Fish Creek 2 sets, 23 games. B Grade: Leongatha Saville 5 sets, 32 games d Leongatha North 1 set, 19 games. Leongatha Duckworth 3 sets, 28 games d Leongatha Ebdon 3 sets, 25 games. Baromi Purple 5 sets, 34 games d Mardan 1 set, 18 games. Leongatha Kokkinakis forfeited to Fish Creek. Leongatha Groth - bye, Leongatha Ebdon - bye. C Grade: Mardan 2 sets, 17 games d Leon-
gatha Dellaqua 2 sets, 15 games. Baromi Orange 4 sets, 24 games d Leongatha Stoser 0 sets, 14 games. Leongatha Gajdosova 4 sets, 24 games d Baromi Yellow 0 sets, 14 games. Fish Creek - bye.
Ladders
A Grade Leongatha Tomic .................54.0 Leongatha Kyrgios ..............52.0 Mardan.................................42.0 Fish Creek ............................39.0 Leongatha Hewitt ..................36.5 Leongatha Matosevic ............34.5 Baromi White ........................23.0 Baromi Red ...........................23.0 B Grade Fish Creek ............................53.0 Baromi Purple .....................51.5 Leongatha Ebdon ................50.8 Leongatha Duckworth ........44.5 Leongatha North ...................38.5 Leongatha Saville..................33.5 Mardan ..................................28.5 Leongatha Groth ...................24.5 Leongatha Kokkinakis ..........17.5 C Grade Fish Creek ............................36.0 Leongatha Gajdosova .........30.0 Baromi Yellow......................28.5 Baromi Orange ....................27.5 Leongatha Stoser...................23.5 Leongatha Dellaqua ..............22.4 Mardan ..................................22.0
together over the last six months.” “The best thing about this group is that it was a representation of a large area of Gippsland. We had five girls come from the Alberton Region, four from the Casey Cardinia League, one from Traralgon. Gippsland Storm’s Under 15’s team reconfirmed its reputation as the most dominant Junior side at Waverley on a Thursday night, taking out its third consecutive premiership and its seventh out of the last 10 with a 36 to 27 victory against Caulfield Green. Having shared the victories with Caulfield over the course of the season, the girls prepared themselves for a tough encounter against a side that had nothing to lose, and the first half of the match proved that its opponents were up for the fight. The first quarter saw Caulfield settle earlier, taking advantage of some sloppy play from Gippsland which was struggling to find rhythm in transition, but to its credit, Gippsland clawed back a few late goals, and drew level at quarter time. The second quarter was one that Gippsland started to get on top of, but not able to capitalise on the scoreboard, and the game was still in the balance at half time, with Gippsland only leading by one goal. Some reassuring words at half time by coach Simon O’Shanassy, reminding the girls of their superior fitness and speed over four quarters of Netball, seemed to settle them and give them a fresh sense of confidence going into the third quarter. The introduction of some fresh legs and stronger bodies into the goal circle was the defining factor in the way the game changed in favour of Gippsland. Some fantastic and well timed turnovers in the defensive end in the third quarter, gave Gippsland some much needed momentum. It went into the final quarter six goals up but still with some work to do. With victory in sight the Storm players took their game to a whole new level to give their opponents no chance of mounting a last minute comeback. They finished the game off in style, going on to celebrate a well earned nine goal victory against a tenacious opponent. Corrina Emery was rewarded for her disciplined effort at GK, where she only gave away two penalties for the entire match, with the Best on Court award. Gippsland’s domination of the Under 15 competition in recent years can be best represented by their win/ loss record of 68 wins from 71 games since the start of 2013, including three premierships. Gippsland Storm now looks forward to its annual fitness camp in late January 2015. Another eight squads will test their fitness to prepare for another challenging season.
Under 15 champions: Gippsland Storm’s Under15’s team has 68 wins from 71 games. Back row from left, Caitlyn Armstrong (assistant coach), Taylah Turner, Molly Larsen, Breanna Byers, Simon O’Shanassy (coach), Emily Dwyer, Daisy Hill and Emily Andrew. Front row from left, Alicia Scott, Corrina Emery, Hinemoa Collier, Katrina Guy (C captain, absent) and Ciara Nelson.
Open squad: the grand final winning team, back row from left, Shannon Danckert, Ashleigh Gill and Sam Neil. Front row from left, Hannah Flanders, Lauren Redpath, Ally Kilpatrick, Ashleigh Barnett, Holly Monaghan (Best on court), Kaitlyn Paligorov, Simon O’Shanassy (coach) and Sophie Scott.
Storm’s Alberton Girls: from left, Hannah Flanders (Fish Creek), Shannon Danckert (Fish Creek), Sophie Scott (Kongwak), Holly Monaghan (Mardan), Simon O’Shanassy (coach), Lauren Redpath (Stony Creek).
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Manly game: from left, Greg Fennell, Col James, Ivor McLennan and John Bolge hit a few birdies on Saturday, playing at the Woorayl Golf Course.
Thursday Results: Competition: Stableford. December 18 Day Winner: Garry Shandley (15) 42 points. DTL’s: Scot Blencowe 41 and Tony Tomada 39. NTP: Ron Funnell. Saturday results: Competition: Monacellars 3BB Stableford Medley. December 20: Winners: Scott Blencowe, Ian Blencowe and Mark Heiberg- 92 points. First runners up: Mal Payne, Joe Ku and Phil Garlick - 89 points. Second runners up: Joe Taylor, Keith Clerks and Terry Donnison -85 points. Second shot NTP first hole: Tom Whitelaw. NTP Fourth: Nigel Bracecamp. Sixth: Ron Funnell. 13th: Peter Chapman. 16th: Neil Whitelaw.
Wonthaggi These three: from left, Roy Fisher, Patrick McCaughan and Bob Hughes enjoyed a hit of golf around Woorayl Golf Course on Saturday. FORMER president Rod Goodwin sponsored the stableford event on Saturday, December 20. A Grade was won by Trent Walters with 41 points, B Grade went to Paddy McCaughan with 44 points and C Grade was won by Brian Wilson with 42 points. Down the line balls to G. Fennell, Bo Fiek, G. Young, D. Lim, C. Hall, R. Sullivan, D. Hunt, A. Hillis and I. McLennan. Nearest the pins to Brian Wilson and
Leongatha CLUB President Chris Leaver playing off nine had 37 points on Saturday to take the A Grade honours and the Super Comp. B Grade was taken out by Terry Chipman (23) with 39 points and Peter Horman (32) also had 39 points to win in C Grade. NTP: Bryan McCorkell fourth, Chris Leaver seventh, Ian Murchie 14th and Merv Stubbs 16th. John Eabry provided a highlight for his playing partners putting his second shot in the hole from 100 metres out for an eagle on the third hole. DTL: Peter Stivic, Trevor Moss, Anthony Sparkes, Grant McRitchie, Peter Rayson, Ian Murchie, Russell Williams, Bruce Hutton, Nick Savino, Paul Nicholson, Geoff McDonald, R. Hopcraft, Will Norden and John Eabry. Forty three players took part in Tuesday’s Stableford with Geoff Maher (20) taking the A Grade honours with 37 points. B Grade was taken out by Frank Thomas (26) also with 37 points. NTP: Eddie Poole fourth, Bruce Gibson 14th and Jon Smith 16th. DTL balls: Geoff McDonald, Peter Hobson, Bruce Hutton, Doug Clemann, Trevor Steer, Norm Hughes, Fred Debono, Ron Paice, Arthur Nilsson and Bruce Gibson. Thursday’s Stableford was won by Ian Murchie (14) with 40 points. NTP: Geoff McDonald fourth, Ron Paice 14th and Chris Leaver 16th. DTL: Bert Borg, Roy Kleverkamp, Peter Horman, Colin Bear, Rob Martin, Jon Smith, Neale Gillin and Ron Paice.
Gary Young. The ladies competition went to Ann Poole with 40 points and balls to Anne Grist and Barbara James. No ladies were on the nearest the pins. On Thursday Al McEachern had 44 points to win with a ball going to Graeme Calder. On Boxing Day the club will sponsor an open stableford and on Saturday the December medal will be played, sponsored by The Shed. Tis the season to be jolly - Merry Christmas everyone.
Leongatha WEDNESDAY, December 17 Winners: A Grade Wendy Parker 13/36 points. B Grade Gwen Chapman 27/36 points on a count back. Down the line: Colleen Touzel 36, Dot Stubbs 35, Trish Owen 35, Marg Berry 34, Coral Gray 33, Sue Bowler 33. Nearest the pin: Wendy Parker. Nine hole competition: Isobel Sutherland 37/18 points. Down the line: Geri Hastings 17 points.
Korumburra THERE were 47 players on Saturday, December 20 for a par competition. A Grade: L. Guilfoyle (3 hcp) +6, N. Spargo +4, D. Van Rooye sq. B Grade: S. Osboldstone (17 hcp) +3, M. Webb +2 on countback N. Ladgrove +2, R. Newton +2, K. Pope +2, B. Clasby +1, P. Vanagtmaal sq. C Grade: C. Rielly (26 hcp) +3, W. Jefferis +1, D. Gow sq, K. Spokes sq. Nearest the pin: 1st R. Blay, 7th K. Pope, 10th P. Vanagtmaal (hole in one), 13th M. Foote. Tuesday’s winner was M. Giles 43 pts and there was no competition on Thursday.
Korumburra ladies TWENTY-TWO women had good weather to compete in the 4BBB Par event last Wednesday. There were many pairs who finished with very good results. Kath Welsh (28) and Jenny Blackmore (38) had a fantastic score of +8, to win
the day. Beryl Brown (27) and Norrie Little (23) also had a handy +7 to be runners up. Nearest the Pins went to Carie Harding on the first, Judy Webb on the 10th and Barb Twite couldn’t get any closer to the 13th as she had a hole-in-one. Barb hit a beautiful, straight drive on the 13th and the ball continued on the same line on the green, to simply roll into the hole. This is a magnificent accomplishment for Barb as it’s only a month since she had a hole-in-one at the Trentham Golf Club. Well done, Barb. Next Wednesday there is a time-sheet in the foyer, for those who can play in the Stableford event on Christmas Eve. Thanks to Santa who was able to spare some time to visit the Korumburra Golf Club last Tuesday night, with many children very excited to meet Santa as well as receive a gift and other goodies. The Christmas Hamper was won by Will Brown, c/Deb Wrigley, who was in attendance on the night to take home this prize. Second prize winner was Tim O’Neill. Thank you to the social committee for providing the goods and all those who bought tickets to support the raffle. Eight people played in the Monday nine hole competition, with David Enbom having a handy 21 points for the win. Thursday’s Twilight golf was called off due to rain. There will be no Twilight competition on Boxing Day, but it will resume on New Year’s Day. Saturday’s results will be in next week’s report.
Lovely ladies: from left, Shirley Thomas, Alice Campbell, Thel Scoble and Ann Poole had a lovely round of golf at Woorayl on Saturday.
Meeniyan SATURDAY’S event, a 4-ball ambrose proudly sponsored by the impeccably well-behaved members of the Meeniyan Gentlemen’s Club, was well attended with 11 teams vying to win this prestigious event. The eventual winners, Bucko and the Juniors, were the last team in with a net 52.5. Congratulations to C. Buckland snr, C. Buckland jnr, N. Buckland and J. Standfield. Runners-up, with 53.25, were the D.T.s consisting of J. Dumont, I. Inglis, N. Williams and P. Vandermeer. DTL to B. Pratt, P. Wilson, C. LePage and G. Hoskin. NTPs to C. Graeme, G. Hoskin, P. Johnston, M. Darmanin and G.Cooke. The member’s draw jackpots as M. Olden was absent. Tuesday was also an ambrose event with G. Hughes, B. Dewar, W. Bullock, C. Buckland and B. Betts winning with a net 54.2. NTP to B. Fiek. Thursday’s stableford event was won by C. Stewart (25) with 38 points closely followed by J. Cusack (26) with 37. Best nine to R. Hannay and NTP to C. Buckland. Please organise your teams for Hammo’s Power Pod day on Sunday, January 4 – a 4-ball ambrose. There will also be a 2-ball ambrose on Sunday, January 18. We would like to wish a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all of our members and their families. Also a big thank you to all the members who have given of their time to help out during the year.
Foster MOSTLY fine conditions this week kept the golf course in brilliant shape to cope with the remaining summer. Tuesday December 16 - men’s stableford: Winner was Noel Black with 35pts. Down the line: Fred Tyers and Nev Thompson. Nearest the pin: Jim Parry and Kevin Witheridge. Thursday, December 18 - men’s stableford: George Draeger charged home on the back nine to take the win with 38pts. Down the line: Randy Reusch, Nev Thompson and Robert Fulton. Nearest the pin: George Draeger. Friday, December 19 stableford: The winner of the chook was Lloyd McKenzie with 20pts. Down the line: Geoff Nott and Bill Fuller. Nearest the pin: Merle Barham. Saturday, December 20 - 3 ball ambrose: Steve and Gayle Reid Trophy: A great amount of members turned out to celebrate the Christmas party. It was a fun filled day, with beautiful weather enabling some great scores.
St Kilda sur Foster: Owen Kindellan and Trevor Jones made a colourful sight at the Foster Golf Club Christmas party. The winners were Shaun Chaseling, Kane Esler and Jocelyn Town with 103pts. Runners-up were Garry Clavarino, Paul Spencer and Tim Gash with 96pts. Down the line: Kevin Witheridge, John Stone and Deb Willams 95pts; Geoff Nott, Lloyd McKenzie and Andrew Boyd 94pts; Steve Barnes, Owen Kindellan and Rob Bright 93pts; Phil Schofield, Geoff Eddy and Peter Cambridge 92pts; Norm Cooper and Col Pulham 92pts. Nearest the pins: Barb Warren, John Warren, Shaun Chaseling, Gale Tyers, Tim Gash, Steve Barnes, Terry Jewson and Deb Williams. Members’ and golfers’
draws: The members draw winner was Susan Dower who wasn’t on hand to collect the $900. The draw will jackpot to $950 this coming Friday. The Saturday golfers’ draw jackpots to $300 for next week. Coming events: Tuesday, December 23 - stableford. Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Day (golf club closed). Friday, December 26 - Boxing Day men’s and ladies’ stableford. Members’ draw, 6.30pm - 8pm - $950. Saturday, December 20 - Sandy Point Challenge Ray Stewart Trophy. Golfers’ draw 5.30pm - $300.
Festive: Steve Reid at the Foster Golf Club Christmas party on Saturday afternoon, December 20 indulging in a game of quoits.
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ON Saturday we played a stableford event with a field of 92 players. A Grade winner was G. Turner 39 points, B Grade J. Jordan 44 points and C Grade G. Moresco 41 points.
Balls down the line: J. McEachern, Hoots, I. McDonald, R. Chubb 41; A. Mackinder, R. Furborough, B. Skinner 40; T. Burke 39, G. Hewlett, W. Howard, M. Loughran 38; J. Crellin, P. Magnussen, R. Walker 37. Nearest the pins: 2nd G. Turner, 8th R. Sheean, 13th J. Davies, 17th P. Dell. Eagle 7th hole: M. Johnson. On January 3 it is our monthly medal and our medal of medalists. If you have won a monthly medal this year check the time sheet as you will be playing at 11am. The winner receives a $100 voucher. With pennant golf only some eight weeks away please if you are keen to represent our club put your name down on the sheet inside the Pro Shop. We will have four very competitive sides in 2015. Have a great Christmas and a healthy and safe new year and I look forward to seeing all of your smiling faces back on the golf course in 2015. From this Saturday I will bring in a local rule where players may take a free drop from any ‘dirt’ patches on the fairways only. Remember this is only from dirt patches not bad lies.
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In the spirit: Leongatha Croquet Club members and friends enjoyed their Christmas break-up on Saturday, December 13.
Christmas cheer at croquet Congratulations: Betty Strong and Sandra Birch achieved second overall in the Regional Association Pennant tournament.
LEONGATHA Croquet Club members and friends celebrated a sociable and fun loving year with a Christmas party on Saturday, De-
Mullet in their hundreds at Tarwin THERE were yellow-eye mullet galore at the Tarwin River last week reports fishing ‘expert’ Max Martin of Leongatha.
Max said he saw a shoal of mullet four metres long and three metres wide comprising 300 fish or more at least, in a straight line cluster at the river edge. “They were perfectly still and in a depth of water a metre deep,” Max said. “Even though the current of the water was running fast, the shoal of mullet remained perfectly stationary.” “The mullet have dark colour backs and looked like dead twigs when you look
down from the wooden jetty platforms above.” “Then suddenly a mullet came along from the rear and swims through the shoal showing his silver sides and turns off into deeper water. This action was repeated every few minutes by other mullet over a period of nearly an hour.” “I even tried pulling fresh mussel bait past the shoal by using a pole, but the mullet were not enticed to bite. “I reckon the mullet were most likely engaged in spawning activity, although a friend told me I was a failure at catching mullet!”
Leongatha Smallbore Rifle Club Yearly awards
Prone 2013-14: 20m Scratch - Danny, 20m Hcp - Mat, 50m Scratch - Danny, 50m Hcp - Chris. Bench Rest 2013-14: 20m Scratch, 20m Hcp and 50m Scratch - R. Spratt, 50m Hcp - D. Croatto. We shoot Wednesday nights at 8pm (recommencing January 14) at the rifle club on the recreation reserve. Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt 5664 2358.
cember 13.
President Merry Dyson Holland congratulated Betty Strong and Sandra Birch on being runners up in the association Pennant competition.
Thanks to all the people who visited or worked at our Open Garden Day which was a financial success. Croquet will recommence on January 7. We do invite you to come and join us.
Goannas gallant Venus Bay Angling Club COMPETITION results December 5, 6 and 7. This two and a half day competition became yet anbut beaten other fizzer with weather conditions not favourable for
On a lovely warm summer’s day in Mirboo North, the Geelong Over 60 cricket team won the toss and asked the Goannas to bat first.
The Geelong opening bowler broke down after his second over yet the Goannas failed to capitalise on this and were four down for 29 runs in the 13th over. Kevin Lanigan led a fightback with Gordon Cowling who was out for 25 in the 21st over. Lanigan retired on 41. Phill Higgins (13), Richard Shaw (9) and Bob Duljas (17no) helped the Goannas reach 9/130 at the end of their 40 overs. Heather Farley playing her first game for the Goannas was one not out at the end. After the lunch break Cowling 5/6 and Fred Debono 1/27 opened the bowling for the Goannas with Lanigan 1/18 and Graeme Freshwater 2/28 continuing the good work. Kelvin Bond 1/22, Shaw 1/8 and Higgins 1/7 were the other successful bowlers as the Geelong batsmen reached 143 in the 40th over to record a win over the Goannas. Ian Gibson again showed he is the best wicket keeper in over 60’s cricket in Victoria with a catch and a smart stumping and no byes! Both teams were missing key players but the match was played in an excellent spirit and the Mirboo North Cricket Club must be congratulated on having the facilities in first class condition for this match. Both captains expressed their thanks to the MNCC and to Nila Tillekaratne, who came along to umpire the match while Greg Lott (Geelong) and Kevin Lanigan (Gippsland) were awarded Man of the Match honours for their performances. The Goannas next game is a home game at Toongabbie against Yarra Valley on January 4.
fishing with only two scaled fish and one gummy shark weighed in. Prize winners were: First, Belinda Fitzpatrick with a 720 gram estuary perch for 576 points. Second, Paul DeHamer with a 1080 grams salmon for 540 points.
First prize: Belinda Fitzpatrick with her 720 gram estuary perch for 576 points.
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In a spin: Inverloch spin bowler Ben Thomas bowled three wickets against Nerrena on Saturday. He took no wickets and conceded only 16 runs.
MEENIYAN - Monday evening: first, Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope; second, Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt; third, June Metcalf and Colin Cameron. Tarwin Lower - Tuesday afternoon: first, Jack Kuiper and John Sutton; second, Anne Gibson and Althea Drew; third; Norma Hannay and Marj Freeman. Inverloch – North/South, Friday afternoon: first, Greg Nicholson and Jean Barbour; second, Frank Arndt and Clive Hope; third, John Farr and Anne Williams. East/ West: first, Kaye Douglas and John Sutton; second, Faye Rowlands and Pat West; third, Ken McKenzie and Marie Sands.
Gummy: Dale Walker weighed in with the heaviest gummy shark at 3420 grams.
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Visiting player: Rob Dowling of Inverloch bowling at Leongatha Bowls Club.
Concentration: Chris Richardson of Leongatha bowling at Leongatha Bowls Club.
Monthly triples: Russell Trotman of Leongatha, left, and Trevor Henn of Mirboo North at Leongatha Bowls Club.
Inverloch THURSDAY, December 18 was a day of Turkey Triples. The event was restricted to Number One green while our Number Two green is recovering from some repair work, limiting the field to thirty players (ten teams playing four twelve end games). Winners with 67 points were the Philip Island team, Hans Olierook (s), Russel Taylor and Max Opitz winning all four games. Runners up with 61 points were Harry Rybalka (s), Ray Gostling and Gary Scott with three games and a near miss. Best Last Game with 17 shots up was taken by Graeme ‘Pud’ Kee (s)
with Graeme Dunlop and Don Watts. This was in effect round one of a split round because of the green repair, so the second round will be played by the remaining regulars on Thursday January 15 who will be contacted to ensure their availability. Both greens will be back in service by January 29 and Inverloch will again host a full complement of Turkey Triples teams for that event. Saturday, December 20 was round 11 of the SGBD Pennant. Divisions One and Three travelled to Phillip Island while Two and Four played at home to Fish Creek and Phillip island. Division Five played a home game
against Corinella at Korumburra due to the previously mentioned renovations on the Bent Green. Division One against the Whites playing on the same green they were comprehensively beaten on the previous week managed to reverse its form and win on all three rinks thus maintaining top spot on the ladder. H. Rybalka (s), A. Pope, C. Buccilli and N. Hughes got up on the last couple of ends for a two shot win 27 - 25. R. Burge (s), W. Parks, D. Roberts and A. Moule won by 11 shots, 31 - 20. But getting the drinks again by one shot was the rink of M. Coram (s), R. Gabb, J. Pinneri and Ge. Scott who got up by 12 shots 29 - 17.
TUESDAY, December 16 saw Division 1 ladies at home to Phillip Island but were unable to gain the spoils losing to the Island ladies 61 to 64. Fay Turner (s) won 31 to 17 shots, Trish McCormack (s) lost 14 to 23 shots and Rosa James (s) lost 16 to 24 shots. Division 3 ladies had the bye. The ladies pennant will now take a break and resume on Tuesday, January 13 with Division 1 away to Inverloch and Division 3 at home to Mirboo North. Wednesday, December 16 saw the monthly triples in action. The winner was the Leongatha team of Ray McGannon (s), Alan Easterbrook and Ollie Crouch with four wins plus 38. Runner-up was the Inverloch team of Rob Howard (s), G. Scott and P. Davis with three wins plus 54. Best last game went to the Korumburra team of A. Robertson (s), B. Dilg and K. Watson with plus 14. Sponsor for the day was Leongatha Travel and Cruise and the presentations were made by its representative Ed Carmody. The Stockdale and Leggo wines went to a Korumburra team. Saturday, December 20 saw the last round of the men’s pennant before the break with Division 1 travelling to Lang Lang but were defeated 64 to 71 shots: John Turner (s) won 26 to 21 shots, John Hall (s) lost 17 to 30 and a one shot win for Wayne Walker (s) winning 21 to 20 shots. Division 3 travelled to Foster and came away with a four shot win: Barry Davidson (s) won 30 to 28 shots, Alan Rayson (s) lost 23 to 30 and Jack Kuiper (s) won 26 to 17. Division 4 travelled to Meeniyan and came away winners 78 to 60 shots: Eric Thompson (s) won 26 to 14 shots, Chris George (s) won 36 to 19 and Ron Symmons
Overall it was a 25 shot victory, 87 - 62. Division Two hosting Fish Creek managed to keep its slim finals hopes alive with an 11 shot win, 71 - 60. J. Sutcliffe (s), G. Hardy, J. Bjorksten and M. Raman won 24 - 22. Getting the drinks was the rink of Gl. Scott (s), R. Lawson, K. Marriott and Ga. Scott who won by a massive 20 shots, 36 - 16. Division Three was at Phillip Island and showed its true form up until the half time break by holding a good lead on two rinks and level on the third but fell away after the break to end up going down by 10 shots, 69 - 79. Only the rink of Bryan Hensley (s), N. Everritt, J. Thornton and P. Davis
(s) lost 16 to 27. Men’s pennant will resume on Saturday, January 17 with Division 1 at home to Mirboo North, Division 3 will be at home to Korumburra and Division 4 will be home to Lang Lang. Friday night, December 19 saw the club’s Christmas party held at the clubrooms with over 90 in attendance and a good night was had by all. Friday, January 9 will see the ladies’ triples tournament in action, with entries closing one week prior to the event. Entries can be made by contacting J. Pendergast 5662 0974, Bill Harry 5662 5579 or Sue Symmons 5662 2754. Entry is $12 per team member, BYO picnic lunch with a 9.30am start. Sunday, January 11 sees the Nicholson pairs tournament in action with a 9.30am start and entry fee is $40 per pair with lunch provided. Entries can be made with either Jeff Pendergast or Bill Harry. Congratulations to our ladies’ club champion Rosa James and our men’s club champion Alan Easterbrook. The club’s 2015 twilight barefoot bowls will commence on Tuesday, January 27, 5.30pm for a 6pm start and cost is $6 per player per game, with weekly prize winners. Businesses who wish to enter a team can do so by contacting either Barry Davidson 0409 188 345 or Bev Coulter 0427 623 841. Players can wear flat soled shoes or play barefooted. This will be my last report until the new year and so on behalf of the Leongatha club to all bowlers as well as social members and sponsors may you have a safe and happy Christmas and a great New Year. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.
continued by doubling their half time lead of 7 shots to a 14 shot margin by the end of the 25th end, 30 - 16. Division Four against Phillip Island also managed to fall away at the business end off the game losing by four shots overall, 67 - 71. Our only winning rink was A. Tschiderer (s), C. Hughes, P. Sutcliffe and Y. Kee which won by 14 shots, 31 - 17. Division Five against Corinella also went down by less than a handful of shots 65 - 68 but considering that it was an ‘away’ game it was a fantastic effort. Getting the drinks was the rink of B. Phillipson (s), B. Pritchard, H. Dunn and L. Peterson who won
Meeniyan ON Tuesday 15 our Division One team played away to Wonthaggi. Winning two rinks but going down overall it remains in touch with the final four. Play resumes on January 13 with three matches to play. Our six weeks of corporate bowls pairs was also completed on Tuesday with a fun night had by the 16 competing teams. A big thank you to Doug and Grace Kuhne, Mick and Barb Scott and the many bowlers who helped in running this successful event. Corporate bowls Triples begins on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 6 and 7 for nine weeks. Friday December 19 was our Christmas break up with catering by Brent Sinclair. Fifty four people enjoyed a great meal, jokes, carols and of course Santa. Lucky door prizes went to Rob Butterworth and John Cocking. Our monster raffles were drawn with the winners being Grace Kuhne, Jan Pocklington, B. Jordan (2), Ryan Sipthorpe, Roger (Toora BC) and Mick Scott. Saturday 20 was pennant day with both teams at home. Division Two played second placed Corinella and scored a clean sweep, 98 shots to 47, cementing them in third place. Division Four played Leongatha and managed a rink win but went down 69 shots to 78. Play resumes on January 17 with three games to play. Men’s Singles was played on Sunday between Col Hair and Gary Daniels who was making his first finals appearance. In a very tight game Colin claimed his fourth singles title, 25 shots to 20. He now represents
our club at Toora, January 3 and 4 in the South Gippsland Champion of Champions event. Members are reminded entries are up for the Open Singles, Men’s Hundred Up and the President’sN Handicap. Names needed a.s.a.p. On behalf of Meeniyan Bowling Club a happy and safe Christmas to all and a healthy 2015.
Buffalo indoor
Wednesday, December 17
OUR last night of bowling for season 2014 saw a smaller than usual attendance of district bowlers at our Christmas breakup, but everyone there enjoyed the night. Four mats were out for a mixed selection of games. The first game of eight ends played to where kitty rolled. The second game scored 4, 3, 2 and 1, and the last game of 10 ends, with only one bowl per player, quickly brought the night’s bowling to an end. Thanks to all for quickly clearing the mats and bowls and setting up for supper. Prizes awarded: Encouragement award to Rod, Mary, George and Meg. We know who you are. Runners-up: Charlie Tumino, Russel Grady, Carolyn Benson and Sebastian Terranova. Winners: Andy Plowman, Joe Occhipinti and Kay Cook. Presentation of singles champion awards to Toni Heldens and Bill Wolswinkel, and a bunch of flowers to Carolyn for her efforts during the year. A box of games raised $40 for charity. Raffles were drawn and a bonbon of lollies was presented to everyone. Thanks to all for the help and supper. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and Buffalo indoor bowling recommences January 14, 7.30pm.
Club champion: from left, Ron Burge congratulates Mick Coram on becoming the Club Champion and ending a string of runner ups in the events. by 14 shots, 29 - 15. Mick Coram won the club championship in a close fought battle by de-
feating Ron Burge 25 - 18 last Tuesday thus ending a string of runner ups.
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thestar.com.au South Gippsland pennant bowls Division 1: Island White 0-62 lt Inverloch 16-87; Lang Lang 12-71 d Leongatha 4-64; Mirboo North 2-64 lt Korumburra 14-75; Phillip Island Blue 16-88 d Wonthaggi 0-47.. Division 2: Toora 1682 d Wonthaggi 0-55; Meeniyan 16-98 d Corinella 0-47; San Remo 3-72 lt Loch 13-73; Inverloch 1471 d Fish Creek 2-60. Division 3: Phillip Island 14-79 d Inverloch 2-69; Foster 2-75 lt Leonagatha 14-79; Korumburra 14-65 d San Remo 2-58; Wonthaggi 2-53 lt Tarwin Lower 14-80. Division 4: Port tWelshpool 16-92 d Wontfhaggi 0-51; Meeniyan 2-60 lt Leongatha 14-78; Lang Lang 2-61 lt Korumburra 14-87; Inverloch 2-67 lt Phillip Island 14-71. d Division 5: Wonthaggi 2-59 lt Foster 14-68; Toora r2-67 lt San Remo 14-71; tPhillip Island 0-65 lt Fish nCreek 16-80; Inverloch 2-65 lt Corinella 14-68; rLoch 0-43 lt Tarwin Lower 16-94.
Ladders
Division 1 Inverloch ......................+232 146 Phillip Island Blue.......+182 140 dKorumburra ..................+22 104 uWonthaggi ......................+26 97 Leongatha........................+34 86 Lang Lang ......................-136 48 Mirboo North .................-217 44 Phillip Island White .......-143 39 Division 2 San Remo .....................+121 119 Corinella .......................+23 107 yMeeniyan .......................+47 102 Loch ................................-37 95 Toora ..............................+46 93 Inverloch ........................ -11 88 Fish Creek .......................-24 68 Wonthaggi .....................-165 32 Division 3 h rTarwin Lower ............ +272 156 Phillip Island ................+95 104 Wonthaggi .................... +45 96 Korumburra ................... -7 88 San Remo ........................-82 78 dLeongatha ........................-42 71 Foster ........................ -103.5 63 Inverloch .....................-177.5 48 Division 4 Phillip Island ............... +91 127 Port Welshpool ...........+120 118 Korumburra ................+134 101
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Wonthaggi .....................+10 97 Inverloch ..........................+8 95 Leongatha ....................... -71 66 Lang Lang .....................-122 57 Meeniyan ...................... -170 43 Division 5 Tarwin Lower ...............+98 120 Fish Creek ...................+100 120 Toora ........................... +111 115 Wonthaggi .....................+27 91 Foster ...............................-21 88 Corinella...........................-75 80 San Remo .......................+13 78 Phillip Island ..................+13 64 Loch ..............................-128 64 Inverloch .......................-160 44
This was the last round before the Christmas break, so from the board of the South Gippsland Bowls Division, we wish all bowlers a very Happy Christmas and a safe and peaceful New Year. Pennant bowls will resume on Saturday, January 17.
SGBD Tuesday pennant bowls Round 11 December 16
Division 1: Foster 15/86 (20 shots) d Inverloch 1/66 (B. Tyers 28 drew C. Hughes 28, R. Speers 27 d A. Tschiderer 17, G. Facey 31 d L. Luby 21). Wonthaggi (1) 12/68 (5 shots) d Meeniyan.4/63 (J. Burns 25 d M. Pearson 16, A. Green 26 lt A. Van Wamel 27– I. Thompson 17 lt L. Hanks 20.) San Remo 16/94 (58 shots) d Wonthaggi (2) -/36 (J. Brown 25 d R.Stewart 18, R. Dennis 32 d D. Jensen 7, S. Carvosso 37 d K. Bird 11). Phillip Island 14/64 (3 shots) d Leongatha 2/61 (P. Major 24 d R. James 16, R. Eames 23 d T. McCormack 14, J. Boyce 17 lt F. Turner 31). Division 2: Korumburra 14/108 (51 shots) d Inverloch 2/57 (M. Goad 57 d J. Arnold 10, J. McVeigh 33 d D. Patterson 13, D. Williams 18 lt M. Flett 3 4). Phillip Island 12/67 (2 shots) d San Remo 4/65 (L. Waters 30 d J. Black-
well 18, J. Stubbs 20 lt W. Brunsden. 21, C. Hoffman 17 lt J. Farquhar 26). Lang Lang 16/78 (20 shots) d Fish Creek -/58 (B. Kitchin 28 d M. Vuillerman 12, V. Harris 26 d S. McKenzie 25, J. Prowd 24 d N. Van Dyk 21). Toora 14/71 (16 shots) d Port Welshpool 2/55 (R. Richardson 25 d A. Collins 21, K. Barwick 28 d L. McLaine 14, B. Curram 18 lt M. McDonald 20). Tarwin Lower 16/83 (31 shots) d Loch & Dist -/52 (H. Marshall 27 d J. Miller 18, H. Twite 28 d J. May 19, B. De Rooy 28 d V. Kennedy 15). Corinella had the bye (16 pts). Division 3: Mirboo North 14/59 (23 shots) d Foster -/36 (R. Spark 24 d N. Jacobs 22, D. Stein 35 d J. Bohn 14). Korumburra 14/58 (23 shots) d Wonthaggi -/35. (M. Hams 32 d K. Simpson 15, C. Moore 26 d M. Eurell 20). Inverloch 14/64 (36 shots) d Tarwin Lower -/28 (J. Moule 30 d T. Morris 12, B. Kurrle 34 d V. Martin 16). Leongatha.had the bye. (14 pts).
Ladders
Division 1 San Remo .....................+259 148 Wonthaggi (1) ..............+161 134 Inverloch ........................+12 96 Phillip Island..................+95 85 Meeniyan..........................-89 74 Leongatha........................+27 71 Foster..............................-140 71 Wonthaggi (2) ................-325 25 Division 2 Inverloch ......................+124 144 Korumburra ................+221 125 Corinella.........................+63 120 Phillip Island...................-80 104 Loch ..............................+137 95 Port Welshpool ................+33 89 Toora ................................-83 88 Tarwin Lower ...................-21 87 Lang Lang ........................-98 81 San Remo .........................-87 75 Fish Creek ......................-209 48 Division 3 Mirboo North ..............+116 129 Inverloch ........................+62 91 Leongatha .........................-4 91 Wonthaggi ......................+11 90 Korumburra .....................+18 84 Foster................................-85 72 Tarwin Lower .................-118 59
Pairs: from left, Glenn Scott, Chas Buccilli, John Newcombe and Peter Forrest played a magnificent game of bowls which thrilled spectators.
Inverloch pair claim title THE pairing of Glenn Scott (s), and Chas Buccilli won the SGBD Pairs held at Foster on Sunday by defeating Phillip Island’s John Newcombe (s), and Peter Forrest by seven shots, 17 - 10.
The small but enthusiastic crowd
was treated to a magnificent game of bowls with the majority of ends played having at least 75 percent of the 16 bowls within two feet of the jack. It was pretty tight until the last few ends until some telling third and fourth bowls by the Inverloch skip helped the duo to pull away.
Tarwin Lower LADIES Pennant on Tuesday, December 16 saw Division Two win overall against Loch by 31 shots. Division Three lost overall to Inverloch by 36 shots. With three games after the Christmas break until the end of the season, goodluck ladies; come home on a roll. The last barefoot bowls before Christmas was looking doubtful with the weather cold, the wind was like a gale and rain was threatening. As players were arriving, all dressed most impressively in Christmas apparel, the hard decision was made to cancel the bowls and just party. The barbecue had folks queued up and Arthur’s cooking was greatly appreciated as well as the many helpers: Glenda, Val M, Michael C and more. The steak sandwiches were enjoyed as well as the other specials on offer. Raffles were aplenty with vouchers, hams, chocolate hampers, bottles of wine, all well received. The Tarwin Christmas Cheer raffle was drawn. First prize went to Joy Brown of Inverloch, second prize to Ash Moore of Tarwin (bet his lads were happy) and third prize to Bill Massier who was chuffed as the cake was made by Bev Martin and decorated by his own
Inverloch THE weather cooperated so that our Wednesday Social Bowls could be enjoyed by all. A mixture of Triples and Fours played 10 ends. The players rotated positions after five ends so that all bowlers had a chance to experience being a skip, lead, second or third. There was only one winner of both games and congratulations to Chris Gillman, Yvonne Kee and Ivy Sheppard. Raffles were won by Joan Clark, Jill Bateman, Laurel Lee and Judy Parker. Our next Wednesday Social Bowls will be on January 7. As we may have visitors, the dress will be mufti for the month of January. The Ladies Singles Championship was played in perfect conditions on Sunday, December 21 between last season’s runner up, Lorraine Dowson and Janis Parks. It was an exhibition of fantastic bowling. Both players jumped away to a lead of five shots only to lose this advantage as their opponent fought back. The seesaw scoring continued which kept the spectators wondering who would be the eventual winner. On end 24, Lorraine held the largest lead of the game, six shots over Janis. The next four out of six ends belonged to Janis with
darling wife, Mary The practice games were held off on Friday afternoon as the crowd wanted to watch the final of the Men’s Pairs which started at 1pm and did not finish until 4.45. The game was certainly well worth watching. Lucky member draw went to Kerry but unfortunately she was not at the club when her number was drawn (can you believe she arrived half an hour later! Never mind). No raffle or snacks next Friday being Boxing Day but all be back (if you are not still on holidays) for practice on January 2 in anticipation of getting into spectacular form for the impending finals. Men’s Saturday Pennant saw Division Three winning overall against Wonthaggi by 27 shots and Division Five defeating Loch overall by 51 shots; yes that’s right. Well done guys. All clubs are well into their championships and it’s great that Arthur Newsome again won the Tarwin Men’s Singles title, playing off against Ray Saunders. This is the ninth year that Arthur has claimed this title. Can any other club can match this? Congratulations Arthur. The Men’s Pairs went to Mick Bowman and Jamie O’Donohue playing against Arthur Newsome and Tommy Hamdorf. This was an excellent challenge with the game the gap closing to one shot on end 29. With the score, 23 to 24, the battle was over on the 30th end with Lorraine reaching the target of 25 shots. ] Congratulations to Lorraine, Ladies Singles Champion. Thank you Janis and Lorraine for making the Singles Champion a contest of skill and determination. Our Christmas Hamper was drawn after the game. Congratulations to Doug Muir winning the first prize hamper full of Christmas goodies. The second hamper was won by Barbara Scott. It is with sadness that we report that Gloria Growse passed away on Saturday, December 20. Our thoughts are with Brian and the family at this most difficult time.
drawn at the last end. The extra end was won by Mick Bowman with an unbelievable thunderbolt drive removing the shot bowl and leaving Arthur just falling short with his last bowl. Certainly a thrilling game. While Arthur has bowled so well so has Jamie to win a pairs championship in his first year of bowls. Trusting you all have a wonderful and happy Christmas and will have a most happy and satisfying 2015.
Singles winner: Arthur Newsome won the Tarwin Men’s Singles title, the ninth year he has claimed the title.
Pairs winners: Mick Bowman and Jamie O’Donohue had to play an extra end to take the Men’s Pair which Michael helped win with an ‘unbelievable thunderbolt drive.’
Congratulations: Lorraine Dowson, Inverloch Ladies Singles Champion and her opponent Janis Parks enthralled spectators with a see sawing game.
Enjoyed by all: Ivy Sheppard, Yvonne Kee and Chris Gillman were the only team to win both games and claim victory at Inverloch’s Wednesday Social Bowls
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NERRENA def by INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch I. Fowler c. M. Bowler b. A. Joboy ...........................52 P. Johnson c. H. Funnell b. B. Croatto .........................16 J. Belli c. M. Wardle b. A. Joboy ...........................16 D. Charkley c&b. B. Croatto ...14 T. Wyatt c. A. Joboy b. H. Debenham ...................16 D. Wyatt c. H. Funnell b. M. Bowler ........................36 D. Phillips n.o. .........................31 D. Connelly n.o. .........................6 Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................204 Bowling: M. Bowler 1/27, N. Battersby 0/25, H. Debenham 1/13, B. Hastings 0/21, A. Joboy 2/57, B. Croatto 2/14, N. Trotto 0/44. 1st innings Nerrena B. Croatto c&b. J. Williams .....77 B. Gannon c. b. I. Fowler ...........2 J. Hastings c. b. D. Connelly......5 A. Joboy c. b. J. Williams ........39 B. Hastings c. b. D. Connelly.....0 N. Battersby lbw. b. D. Connelly ........................0 H. Funnell c&b. J. Williams.....14 N. Trotto n.o. ............................17 H. Debenham b. D. Connelly .....0 M. Bowler lbw. b. T. Wyatt ........0 M. Wardle b. I. Fowler ...............0 Extras ...................................... 11 Total ..................................10/165 Bowling: C. Bulter 1/37, T. Wyatt 1/25, I. Fowler 2/27, D. Connelly 4/39, J. Williams 2/31. WON WORKMENS def by OMK 1st innings Won Workmens S. Osborne c. J. Cochrane b. H. James ........................... 11 S. Roche b. J. Cochrane .............8 I. Barnes c. N. Wylie b. J. Greenwood ...................29 K. Maloney b. J. Cochrane.........1 L. Borne b. J. Cochrane .............0 S. Farrington c&b. J. Greenwood .............26
A. Geyer n.o. ............................23 B. Evans c. N. Audino b. D. Jeffries ...........................4 A. Ray r.o. ..................................0 M. Sharp c. J. Cochrane b. D. Jeffries ...........................0 A. Babu c&b. N. Audino............2 Extras ........................................1 Total .......................................105 Bowling: J. Cochrane 3/20, H. James 1/20, J. Greenwood 2/29, A. Busana 0/18, D. Jeffries 2/8, N. Audino 1/10. 1st innings OMK N. Audino n.o. ..........................15 A. Busana b. A. Babu .................8 J. Cochrane b. A. Geyer ...........61 W. Dowel b. A. Geyer ................1 J. Greenwood lbw. b. A. Ray .....4 P. Harper n.o...............................5 H. James b. S. Roche .................2 D. Jeffries b. K. Maloney .........17 G. Lomagno c. I. Barnes b. L. Borne .............................7 R. Quaife c. I. Barnes b. M. Sharp.............................2 N. Wylie b. S. Osborne ............18 Extras ......................................17 Total ....................................9/158 Bowling: L. Borne 1/22, M. Sharp 1/32, B. Evans 0/22, K. Maloney 1/11, A. Geyer 2/22, A. Ray 1/7, A. Babu 1/5, S. Osborne 1/13, S. Roche 1/5, I. Barnes 0/15. TOWN def by PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island R. Purcell c. D. Goss b. B. Amato ..........................22 C. Muscat c. L. O’Brien b. J. Hume ............................28 M. Francis c. R. Edwards b. M. Warren ........................23 P. Francis r.o. ............................78 M. Christopher n.o. ..................36 M. Cleary r.o. ...........................15 J. Johnston r.o.............................2 S. Cox n.o...................................3 Extras ........................................8 Total .............................6/216 (cc) Bowling: L. Ashton 0/44, M. Trotto 0/48, J. Hume 1/32, B. Amato 1/18, M. Warren 1/39, R.
Edwards 0/24, D. Goss 0/6. 1st innings Town M. Wilson c. M. Francis b. B. Quirk............................27 J. Hume c. M. Christopher b. M. Cleary .........................17 M. Warren c. P. Francis b. W. Paterson ......................22 G. Goss c. J. Johnston b. P. Francis ..........................37 L. O’Brien stp. M. Christopher b. P. Francis ............................6 D. Pell c. B. Quirk b. J. Johnston ..........................8 L. Ashton b. J. Johnston ...........13 D. Goss stp. M. Christopher b. S. Cox.................................1 R. Edwards n.o. ..........................5 B. Amato c. W. Paterson b. J. Johnston ..........................0 M. Trotto c. M. Francis b. S. Cox.................................1 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................160 Bowling: J. Johnston 3/47, B. Quirk 1/36, W. Paterson 1/31, M. Cleary 1/8, M. Francis 0/10, P. Francis 2/14, S. Cox 2/5.
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OMK def by WON MINERS 1st innings OMK D. Wylie c. W. Howson b. G. Peters ...........................15 C. Walker c. T. Latham b.A. Hall .................................0 A. McKinnon c. J. Nelson b. A. Hall ................................9 B. Maguire c. P. Loos b. A. Hall ................................4 G. Adams c. W. Howson b. A. Hall ................................5 M. Gow b. J. Nelson ................29 W. Hayes c. A. Hall b. J. Nelson...........................12 M. Blackburn c. A. Honeysett b. J. Nelson........................... 11 P. Gillin r.o. ................................0 J. Whiteside n.o. .........................6 R. Wyatt n.o. ..............................0 Extras ......................................26 Total .............................9/117 (cc) Bowling: A. Hall 4/17, J.
Piasente 0/15, G. Peters 1/29, F. Brosnan 0/18, L. Jones 0/9, J. Nelson 3/18. 1st innings Won Miners T. Latham c. B. Maguire b. M. Blackburn .....................6 A. Honeysett b. B. Maguire .......6 G. Peters c. J. Whiteside b. M. Blackburn .....................9 F. Brosnan c. C. Walker b. G. Adams..........................12 W. Howson b. M. Gow ............12 J. Nelson n.o.............................19 P. Loos c. G. Adams b. M. Gow ..............................8 C. Gooch b. M. Gow ..................1 L. Jones b. M. Gow .................. 11 A. Hall n.o. ...............................18 J. Piasente c. B. Maguire b. M. Blackburn .....................8 Extras ......................................15 Total .............................9/125 (cc) Bowling: B. Maguire 1/17, D. Wylie 0/22, M. Blackburn 3/42, G. Adams 1/6, M. Gow 4/22, P. Gillin 0/10. GLEN ALVIE def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Glen Alvie R. Matthews c. C. Mileto b. D. Telfer .............................1 J. Huitson b. M. Cozzio .............1 T. Butler b. M. Cozzio................0 M. Hull c. C. Mileto b. M. Cozzio...........................3 S. Brain b. M. Cozzio.................0 J. Hull n.o. ..................................3 J. Blackney c. P. Churchill b. D. Telfer .............................2 J. Lindsay b. D. Telfer ................0 K. Hull b.....................................0 K. Davidson r.o. .......................13 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .........................................34 Bowling: M. Cozzio 4/8, D. Telfer 4/6, A. Brinksma 0/5, J. Petrie 0/11. 1st innings Korumburra T. Sorrell c. b. J. Huitson............4 J. Petrie n.o.................................9 G. Barrett n.o............................52 Extras ........................................8 Total ......................................1/73
Bowling: J. Huitson 1/6, J. Lindsay 0/16, K. Davidson 0/8, T. Butler 0/8, K. Hull 0/14, S. Brain 0/7, J. Blackney 0/14. WON WORKMENS d KOONWARRA-LRSL 1st innings Koonwarra-LRSL C. Moscript b. S. Jeffries..........28 B. Pickersgill c. S. Liddle b. L. Anstey ............................0 C. Mondal c. M. Davey b. L. Anstey ............................6 P. Buckley lbw. b. M. Dobbie ..32 B. Rawson b. S. Jeffries .............0 A. Clark b. M. Dobbie .............10 L. Hughes n.o. ..........................18 P. Kennedy r.o. ...........................8 D. Clark n.o. ...............................1 Extras ......................................36 Total .............................7/139 (cc) Bowling: L. Anstey 2/15, S. Jeffries 2/31, S. Liddle 0/32, N. Dobbie 0/18, M. Dobbie 2/15, C. Rigby 0/6. 1st innings Won Workmens D. McGuirk c. b. S. Rawson ....25 M. Davey c. b. A. Clark .............4 C. Rigby b. ...............................43 J. Licis c. b. D. Clark ...............35 D. Van Agtmaal c. b. B. Rawson ........................15 L. Anstey lbw. b. P. Buckley ......0 M. Dobbie ret. n.o. .....................8 D. Herbert n.o. ...........................9 N. Dobbie n.o. ............................0 Extras ......................................20 Total .............................6/160 (cc) Bowling: P. Buckley 1/31, A. Clark 1/30, P. Kennedy 0/14, B. Rawson 2/37, B. Pickersgill 1/23, D. Clark 1/12, A. Piksons 0/4. POOWONG-LOCH d KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Poowong-Loch S. Manson c. P. De Rubeis b. S. Blake ............................39 G. Birnie c. J. Oates b. G. Burchell .......................60 R. Attenborough stp. S. Quaife b. S. Blake ............................38 N. Hancock c. D. Blackney b. S. Blake ............................13 L. Miller n.o. ..............................0
A. Bardwell n.o. .........................0 Extras ......................................17 Total .............................4/168 (cc) Bowling: S. Blake 3/35, A. Blackney 0/21, S. Johnstone 0/30, D. Blackney 0/21, T. Pipicelli 0/21, P. De Rubeis 0/12, J. Rosenow 0/14, G. Burchell 1/7. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass A. Blackney lbw. b. J. Patullo.............................5 S. Burchell b. G. Birnie............20 G. Burchell b. J. Patullo .............0 J. Rosenow r.o. ...........................9 S. Blake c. R. Attenborough
b. G. Birnie...........................12 S. Johnstone b. L. Miller ............2 D. Blackney c. G. Humphrey b. G. Birnie.............................0 S. Quaife n.o. ...........................50 T. Pipicelli b. J. Patullo ..............3 P. De Rubeis c. A. Dixon b. N. Hancock ........................0 J. Oates n.o. ................................2 Extras ...................................... 11 Total ....................................9/114 Bowling: S. McKinnon 0/17, J. Patullo 3/15, G. Birnie 3/12, L. Miller 1/47, N. Hancock 1/12, A. Bardwell 0/0, A. Dixon 0/7.
LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 Nerrena ...................................96 Inverloch .................................84 Won Workmens ......................68 Town ........................................60 OMK ........................................36 Phillip Island ............................36 Imperials ..................................36 Won Miners ..............................24 A Grade Division 2 Korumburra .........................100 MDU ........................................84 Poowong-Loch ........................80 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................68 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................48 Glen Alvie ................................48 Fish Creek-Tarwin....................36 Foster..........................................0 B Grade Division 1 OMK........................................96 Won Workmens ......................84 MDU ........................................60 Phillip Island...........................48 Nerrena .....................................48 Town.........................................36 Inverloch ..................................36 Imperials ..................................24 B Grade Division 2 Won Miners ..........................108 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................84 Poowong-Loch ........................60 Korumburra ...........................36 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................36
Glen Alvie ................................12 C Grade Division 1 OMK......................................104 Won Workmens ......................84 Phillip Island...........................84 Inverloch .................................60 MDU ........................................48 Town.........................................36 Nerrena .....................................24 Imperials ....................................0 C Grade Division 2 Won Miners ..........................108 Poowong-Loch ........................92 OMK........................................84 Korumburra ...........................72 Won Workmens ........................60 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................48 Phillip Island ............................12 Koonwarra-L/RSL ...................12 Glen Alvie ................................12 Inverloch ....................................0 Under 16 Won Workmens ......................54 Poowong-Loch ........................54 Won Miners ............................54 Nerrena ...................................48 OMK ........................................42 Phillip Island ............................26 Imperials ..................................24 Kilcunda-Bass ..........................24 Korumburra ..............................18 MDU ..........................................6 Koonwarra-L/RSL .....................6
Leongatha cycling takes a breather FRIDAY night was a short night of racing as the club held a sausage sizzle after riding to celebrate Christmas. With a cool and breezy night it was not conducive to great times. There were 19 starters which was good for this time of the year. Thomas McFarlane was in Melbourne at the National Omnium Titles over Thursday and Friday whilst Austin Timmins was also out as he had to be in Melbourne for a Saturday 9am start. The Austral wheel race and further titles were also listed for Saturday Thomas McFarlane has put in a great two days over six events and just missed on a podium in the event. His results in the six events are as follows: Scratch race fourth, Pursuit 12th, Elimination third, Time Trial third, Flying Lap fifth, Points Race fourth. In the Flying Lap he was just 0.19 sec behind the winner. So a better Pursuit and a touch better in the Flying Lap and he would have been right in contention. However, it was a great effort for the first year in this age division. The first event on Friday night was the one lap Time Trial and the Juniors keep improving. They need to get the
start right, get up to speed and hold a good line to the finish. Josh Wight, Kaleb Jans, Oliver McLean, Thomas Fitzgerald, Michael Eastwood and Jack Allen all set new personal bests. In the Junior B Grade four lap Scratch race, Oliver McLean once again controlled the race winning from Thomas Fitzgerald and Fleur Timmins. These three moved away at the front whilst others were watching the tail end of the field. In the Junior A Grade five lap Scratch race, Grace McLean made the move at the bell. She was rounded up down the back straight by Alex Bennett and Bernadette Fitzgerald and looked to be well done but challenged again into the finishing straight. She managed to get past Alex but could not quite catch Bernadette. In the Senior eight lap Scratch race, the pace was consistent until the last lap dash. Steve Allen grabbed the win ahead of Dylan Adams and Harrison McLean. The Junior B Grade one lap Handicap saw Kaleb Jans (15) flash home to take the win ahead of Michael Eastwood (25) and Fleur Timmins (10). In the re-run race it was Grace Allen (50) leading all the way who took the win. Josh Wight (45) chased hard and could not quite
Underway: in the senior one lap Handicap, Dylan Adams took the win from Rob Waddell, second and Michael Park in third place. bridge the gap but held on for second whilst Oliver McLean (scr) came around the field to take third. In the Junior A Grade one lap Handicap race, Bernadette Fitzgerald (scr) was causing the handicapper some problems as she quickly caught the others to win from Katherine Fitzgerald (30) and Grace McLean(10).
In the second attempt to change the results the extra chase made no difference as it was Bernadette taking the second win with Grace McLean(15) third and Alex Bennett (30) third. The Senior one lap Handicap saw Dylan Adams (25) take the win from Rob Waddell (35) and Michael Park (15) in third place. The seniors managed to get a
couple of sprint heats in before the sausages were cooked. In the first, Steve Allen jumped the others at the bell and had an easy win over Dylan and Michael. In the second heat Harrison McLean was too quick for Rob and Kevin Feely. The club takes a Christmas break until racing resumes on
January 16. Training should start on Wednesday, January 14. The break will see Stuart Smith competing in the National Road Titles at Ballarat on January 10. Along with the Bay Criterium Series in the New Year and the National Road Titles there is plenty of cycling action to follow over the New Year.
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OMK’s pedestal given a jolt OMK suffered its first defeat of the season at the hands of second placed Wonthaggi Workmens.
Winning the toss at home it batted first and was restricted to an innings 9/169. Thomas Wyatt top scored with 34 and the best of the bowling was Mark Mccall’s 3/31 (8). Lachlan Volpe took 2/31 (8). Workmens were on song from the outset with David Dutchman, ever reliable, hitting 12 fours and two sixes on his way 79. With Dutchman, in an opening stand of 92, Rob Geyer made 30. With Aaron Yann contributing 31 and OMK bowlers 13 extras, Workmens were in front after 38 overs with seven wickets in hand. Dylan McMeekin took 2/55 (7). MDU, third on the ladder, played bottom team Imperials which has two wins. Played on the East Campus oval the Imps won the toss and batted first to post an innings of 105 runs 15 of which were extras. Steven Riley took 3/15 (6), Jason Riley 2/13 (6), Michael Patching 2/18 (8) and Jake Burge 2/26 (7). MDU accounted for itself in 37 overs with five wickets to spare.
Jake Burge was the top run maker with 35 not out. With three wins each Phillip Island and Town met at Cowes. Batting first Town set the Sharks only 83 to win. Warren Turner batting at number five was the top run maker with 18 not out. Michael Young bowled six overs and took 3/15. Tom McCoy bowled three overs and took 2/12. Phillip Island lost Matthew Parsons for 10, Liam Keating for five and Jack Keating went for a duck before Tony Hornsby 38 and Andrew Finlayson 29 took matters in hand and saw the team home at 3/93 (23). Brandon Berry took 2/33 (7) and Warren Turner took the other wicket for nine runs off six overs. Nerrena with four wins against its name took on Inverloch with two. Amad Mujtaba spearheaded the Inverloch attack taking three wickets for 26 in a tidy eight overs. The home team’s bowling attack contained Nerrena to 136 for the loss of eight. Inverloch made easy work of the target. It was away to a positive start with both openers up and running. Trent Luckhurst made 57 and eased the way for those to follow. The 140 needed was not too far off and 17 extras made
it easier still. Competition resumes on January 10.
IMPERIALS def by MDU 1st innings Imperials T. Sauvarin c. M. Cantwell b. J. Riley .............................10 G. Forrester c. T. Harris b. J. Riley ...............................2 R. McGavin b. M. Cantwell .....25 J. Ginnane lbw. b. M. Patching ........................1 A. Meyer b. M. Cantwell .........18 J. Forrester c. T. Harris b. J. Burge ..............................5 D. Ginnane c. J. Sinclair b. J. Burge ..............................0 T. Pedlow c. J. Riley b. S. Riley...............................9 N. Hodges c. M. Patching b. S. Riley...............................8 R. O’Loughlin b. S. Riley ..........8 Extras ......................................15 Total .......................................101 Bowling: J. Riley 2/13, M. Cantwell 1/24, M. Patching 2/18, J. Burge 2/26, S. Riley 3/15. 1st innings MDU J. Sinclair c. J. Ginnane b. J. Forrester..........................0 P. Vine c. N. Hodges b. R. O’Loughlin ..................12 J. Burge r.o. ..............................35 B. Spokes c. J. Ginnane b. T. Sauvarin .......................13 T. Sinclair c. J. Ginnane b. R. O’Loughlin ....................2 T. Harris c. R. McGavin b. G. Forrester ........................9 D. Thomas n.o. .........................19 M. Cantwell n.o........................ 11 Extras ......................................12 Total ....................................6/113 Bowling: J. Forrester 1/7, T. Pedlow 0/16, R. O’Loughlin 1/24, T. Sauvarin 1/31, R. McGavin 0/11, G. Forrester 1/20. PHILLIP ISLAND d TOWN 1st innings Town I. Hanks c. T. Hornsby b. M. Young..........................13
J. Bolge b. B. Young ..................0 D. Burge c. B. Insall b. M. Young............................1 S. Fixter c&b. M. Young ..........17 W. Turner r.o. ...........................18 S. Browne c. J. Blackwell b. G. Odgers ...........................4 C. Dowling b. J. Blackwell ......10 M. Kreutzberger b. G. Odgers....4 B. McKnight c. G. Odgers b. T. McCoy ...........................8 S. Ellicott c. J. Blackwell b. T. McCoy ...........................2 B. Berry n.o. ...............................0 Extras ........................................5 Total .........................................82 Bowling: T. Hornsby 0/1, T. McCoy 2/12, M. Young 3/15, B. Young 1/24, J. Blackwell 1/18, G. Odgers 2/9. 1st innings Phillip Island M. Parsons c. b. B. Berry .........10 L. Keating c. J. Bolge b. B. Berry ..............................5 J. Keating c. S. Browne b. W. Turner............................0 T. Hornsby n.o..........................38 A. Finlayson n.o. ......................29 Extras ......................................10 Total ......................................3/93 Bowling: B. Berry 2/33, S. Ellicott 0/21, W. Turner 1/9, B. McKnight 0/20, S. Browne 0/5. OMK def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings OMK D. McMeekin c. K. Brann b. M. McCall ..........................0 T. Knox n.o.................................3 D. Lloyd c. M. McCall b. S. Coldebella ....................19 R. White c. S. Coldebella b. L. McLean ........................26 T. Wyatt c. K. Brann b. M. McCall ........................34 T. Eustace b. L. Volpe ..............20 P. Dell r.o. ...................................1 N. Creed b. M. McCall.............20 K. Kerr c. K. Brann b. Z. Macdermid.....................5 P. Green n.o. ...............................3
A1 action: Nerrena batsman Dave Baldi gets the ball away with a pull shot, avoiding Inverloch keeper, Walter Taberner. D. Creed stp. K. Brann b. L. Volpe ............................27 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .............................9/169 (cc) Bowling: Z. Macdermid 1/27, M. McCall 3/31, C. Harvey 0/11, S. Coldebella 1/19, L. McLean 1/40, L. Volpe 2/31. 1st innings Won Workmens D. Dutchman c. D. Creed b. K. Kerr .............................79 R. Geyer c. T. Knox b. R. White ...........................30 S. Huitema c. D. Creed b. D. McMeekin ...................19 A. Yann n.o...............................31
C. Harvey c. T. Knox b. D. McMeekin .....................0 L. McLean n.o. ...........................8 Extras ......................................13 Total ....................................4/180 Bowling: P. Dell 0/19, P. Green 0/17, T. Eustace 0/35, D. McMeekin 2/55, K. Kerr 1/28, R. White 1/18. INVERLOCH d NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena Extras ...................................... 11 Total .............................8/136 (cc) Bowling: J. Dennerley 1/16, A. Mujtaba 3/26, S. Hayes 1/26, W. Williams 1/33, J. Muir 1/32.
1st innings Inverloch L. Sharrock b. J. Hoy ...............27 T. Luckhurst c. M. Croatto b. T. Davison ........................55 S. Hayes c. T. Clark b. J. Hoy .................................0 M. Woods lbw. b. C. Viljoen ....12 J. Courtney c. P. Joseph b. J. Hoy ...............................20 J. Muir b. D. Campbell...............1 A. Mujtaba b. D. Campbell ........6 P. Muir r.o...................................0 W. Williams n.o. .........................3 J. Dennerley n.o. ........................0 Extras ......................................17 Total .............................8/140 (cc)
• B Grade, Division 2
Winners give no quarter CRICKET followers anywhere would feel sympathy for Glen Alvie players heading down to their home ground on Saturday afternoon.
Top order: Nick Moore played a match winning role for Koonwarra/LRSL hitting 76 runs including five fours and a six. Photo by www.mdphotos.net
The team’s opponent this round was Wonthaggi Miners who sit imperiously at the top of the table unbeaten. Glen Alvie won its round one match, a distant memory. And so it was; Glen Alvie won the toss. It made 100 for the loss of seven wickets with Jay Tiziani scoring a neat mid innings 37. Jonothan Rumbold and Blake Andrighetto each bowled eight overs and each took two wickets. Andrighetto ceded only 6 runs and four of his overs were maidens. The Miners achieved its target on just 27 overs. Clint Honeysett with 31 not out was the top run maker followed by Paul Hammer with 23. Alister McBride was the only multiple wicket taker for Glen Alvie with 2/31 (8). Koonwarra/LRSL hosted Kilcunda/Bass. Once again there is quite a gap between these two sides on the leaders’ table and it was evidenced by the scorecard for this game. Koony posted a comfortable 214 with five wickets still in hand. Nick Moore top scored with 76 runs. He hit the boundary five times and went over the top once.
Brad Anderson and Nigel Grimes made 31 each. In reply, after 40 overs Killy/Bass was 6/137 with John Bastwrous top scoring with 46 runs. Samuel Wentworth 2/20 (8) and Chelsea Moscript 2/17 (7) spearheaded the Koony bowling. Poowong Loch and Korumburra are next to each other on the ladder but Poowong Loch proved too strong. Korumburra had the home ground advantage. Poowong Loch batted first and posted a neat and tidy 150 run total. Twenty eight of the tally were extras bowled. Thirteen boundaries totalling 52 runs were hit. Tim Hancock’s 26 was the top score. Six of his team mates failed to reach five runs. Darren Scott, bowling (and later batting) for Korumburra was a tower of strength for his side. His eight overs yielded four wickets and he ceded only 19 runs plus four wides. Mathew Olden was also effective taking 3/26 (8). Korumburra was all out for 86. Only Darren Scott 36 and Thomas Jenkin 12 not out made it to double figures. Tim Hancock 3/18 (8) and Ricky Knox 2/20 (8) were the workhorses of Poowong Loch’s bowling. Cricket resumes with round 10 on Saturday, January 10.
KOONWARRA-LRSL d KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Koonwarra-LRSL B. Moore c. J. McGrath
b. D. McMahon .....................12 N. Moore c. J. Bastwrous b. S. Tapscott..........................76 D. Pearce c. J. Bastwrous b. S. Tapscott..........................24 S. Moore c. B. Joseph b. H. Grace ............................... 9 B. Anderson c. D. Ferguson b. S. Tapscott..........................31 N. Grimes n.o. ...........................31 A. Rockall c. T. Whitham b. D. Bettles ............................. 1 S. Wentworth n.o. ........................ 8 Extras ........................................23 Total.............................. 6/214 (cc) 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass B. Joseph b. A. Rockall .............12 S. Tapscott lbw. b. A. Rockall ..... 5 J. Bastwrous c. N. Grimes b. S. Wentworth .....................46 R. Gardiner c. B. Moore b. C. Moscript ........................23 D. McMahon stp. B. Anderson b. C. Moscript ........................25 H. Grace lbw. b. D. Pearce .......... 0 D. Ferguson n.o. .......................... 3 D. Bettles n.o. .............................. 3 Extras ........................................20 Total......................................6/137 Bowling: S. Paterson 0/18, S. Wentworth 2/20, A. Rockall 1/23, S. Anderson 0/27, C. Moscript 2/17, D. Pearce 1/25. GLEN ALVIE def by WON MINERS 1st innings Glen Alvie F. Gheller b. J. Rumbold............14 G. Chisholm b. D. Beesey ........... 9 I. Thorn b. D. Lambert ................ 0 J. Tiziani c. D. Beesey b. R. Jones ..............................37 A. McBride b. J. Rumbold .......... 0 G. Rielly c. S. Ivekovic b. B. Andrighetto ...................19 D. Tiziani n.o. .............................. 0 D. Gilbert b. B. Andrighetto ........ 5 B. McRae n.o. .............................. 2 Extras ........................................14 Total.............................. 7/100 (cc) Bowling: R. Jones 1/31, D. Beesey 1/10, D. Lambert 1/9, J. Rumbold 2/19, P. Owen 0/21, B. Andrighetto 2/6. 1st innings Won Miners P. Hammer c. J. Tiziani b. A. McBride ........................23 B. Andrighetto c. B. Davidson
b. D. Gilbert ............................. 9 D. Lambert c. G. Rielly b. A. McBride ........................12 J. O’Reilly c. D. Gilbert b. G. Rielly.............................16 J. Rumbold c. G. Chisholm b. P. Palmer .............................. 6 C. Honeysett n.o. .......................31 P. Owen c. I. Thorn b. B. McRae ............................. 2 D. Beesey n.o............................... 9 Extras .......................................... 8 Total............................ 6/116 (dec) Bowling: D. Gilbert 1/30, A. McBride 2/31, P. Palmer 1/23, G. Rielly 1/19, B. McRae 1/11. KORUMBURRA def by POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Poowong-Loch P. Dixon lbw. b. M. Olden .........15 M. Adderley c. J. Cook b. J. Oxlee ..............................24 B. Knight c. b. D. Scott .............16 T. Allen c. H. McNeill b. J. Cook ...............................33 R. Carvill b. D. Scott ................... 3 T. Hancock b. M. Olden ............26 M. Hancock c. H. McNeill b. D. Scott ................................ 0 R. Knox c. b. D. Scott.................. 0 D. Russell b. M. Olden ................ 3 S. Head n.o................................... 2 J. Hamilton r.o. ............................ 0 Extras ........................................28 Total.........................................150 Bowling: J. Cook 1/18, D. Bailey 0/25, D. Scott 4/19, M. Olden 3/26, J. Oxlee 1/23, S. Harland 0/27, T. Gray 0/7. 1st innings Korumburra J. Cook b. R. Knox ...................... 0 S. Harland c. D. Russell b. M. Hancock ......................... 3 D. Esler b. R. Knox ..................... 7 D. Scott b. M. Adderley.............36 J. Oxlee lbw. b. T. Hancock......... 2 M. Wrigley b. T. Hancock ........... 5 T. Gray lbw. b. T. Hancock.......... 0 T. Jenkin n.o...............................12 M. Olden b. M. Adderley ............ 0 H. McNeill b. J. Hamilton ........... 2 D. Bailey b. J. Hamilton .............. 0 Extras ........................................19 Total...........................................86 Bowling: R. Knox 2/20, M. Hancock 1/10, T. Hancock 3/18, S. Head 0/14, M. Adderley 2/8, J. Hamilton 2/11.
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Nerrena take first place IT’S Nerrena on top as it fought off a strong challenge by second placed Inverloch on the Leongatha turf. It was a match that demonstrated the quality of association cricket at the top level.
Inverloch fell only 10 runs short. Nerrena was away to a strong start losing its first opener, David Baldi for 44 but slumped to 3/62 before middle order bats, Paul Matheson 32 and Caine Salmon 41, got it back on song with 200 looking possible but Inverloch bowlers, Lewis and Will Rankin and then Dylan Clark were able to restrict Nerrena to 183. Now batting, Will Rankin took guard at the crease with
his team’s first wicket down for five and when he was joined by Kit Rotthier with the score at 2/20 the two batsmen set about establishing a 91 run partnership that repositioned the Stingrays nicely. With their demise (Tim Wightman took Rotthier’s wicket and then Renish Joy, on line with the ball the rest) Inverloch’s lower order was found lacking and tasted its first defeat in seven rounds. Wonthaggi Workmens suffered a surprise defeat against OMK at home. It succumbed to strong bowling on the part of Barry Wyatt and Jason Wilson in the 38th over for 117 runs. The match began with Workmens’ opener Tim Hooper falling for a duck and at the other end, his would be partner at the crease, David Britt posted the innings’ highest score of 37.
Furniture disturbed: Nerrena’s Damien Symmons is clean bowled for 11 by Inverloch’s Lewis Rankin. Photo by www.mdphotos.net
The middle order and the tail end were dispatched cheaply. Off 7.3 overs Wilson took 4/19 and Wyatt 3/14 (7). It took OMK all 40 overs to reach its target but reach it it did for the loss of five wickets. Jesse Van Rooye 43 and Jason Wilson 53 did the lion’s share of the run scoring with 96 of the 120 runs needed to win the match. Workmens now sits at four wins and four losses and will be looking to get its season back on track playing Phillip Island next round on January 10. Phillip Island and Town had each lost their previous matches. Phillip Island took to the road and was sent in to bat by the home side in what turned out to be yet another enthralling game with Town prevailing by seven runs. The Sri Lankans once again played key roles batting and bowling. Amila Ratnaike off eight overs took 3/39 while Matt Borschman and Ashley Hickey took two each to restrict the Stingrays to 187 with a wicket to spare. Richard Evans top scored with 61 runs that included eight fours and a six off 60 balls in 70 minutes. Ratnaike dominated with the bat as well and contributed 85 of Town’s 194. He did so in 104 minutes having faced 86 balls not out. His knock included six fours and five sixes. Town’s next highest run maker was Madura Weerasinghe Silva with 18. For Phillip Island Charith Keerthisinghe took 4/45 (8). Imperials and Miners met with two wins each although Miners had lost its last three. Centuries to Mark Lafferty 107 and Troy Williams 104 saw Imperials well on top. Lafferty’s innings included 13 fours and two sixes. Christian Silkstone added
58 runs to the impressive innings total of 307 runs for the loss of four wickets. The strength of the batting saw the Miners’ bowlers leave the field with lamentable figures. At the end of the day Miners were not too far off the pace, on paper at least. Rohan Todd 60, Paul Nelson 58, Cameron Thomas 46 not out and Daniel Loos 22 all performed well at the crease. Miners left its run scoring way too late and way down the order when it was in a precarious position. It finished with 265 in the 40th over. Zac Price 3/30 (8), Kristian Gray 2/49 (80) and Lafferty 2/33 (3) put in the hard yards for the Imperials who will be looking to cause an upset against Workmens when cricket resumes after a Christmas/New Year break on January 10. NERRENA d INVERLOCH 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark c. E. Cousins b. W. Rankin.........................36 D. Baldi b. L. Rankin ...............23 T. Wightman r.o..........................0 D. Symmons b. L. Rankin........ 11 P. Matheson b. L. Rankin .........32 R. Clark c. W. Rankin b. B. Debono ..........................8 C. Salmon c. K. Rotthier b. D. Clark ............................41 R. Joy c. B. Thomas b. D. Clark ............................14 B. Hayes n.o. ..............................3 J. Trease n.o................................0 Extras ......................................15 Total .............................8/183 (cc) Bowling: D. Mathews 0/44, L. Rankin 3/26, B. Thomas 0/19, D. Clark 2/40, J. Smith 0/16, W. Rankin 1/26, B. Debono 1/9. 1st innings Inverloch W. Taberner c&b. J. Trease ........5 B. Debono c. C. Salmon b. J. Trease..............................4 W. Rankin r.o. ..........................56 K. Rotthier b. T. Wightman ......42 D. Clark c. M. Clark b. R. Joy ...............................23 J. Smith b. R. Joy .....................12 D. Mathews b. R. Joy .................0 C. Tait n.o. ................................14 B. Thomas n.o. ...........................0 Extras ......................................17 Total ....................................7/173
Bowling: P. Matheson 0/20, D. Symmons 0/13, R. Clark 0/45, J. Trease 2/26, T. Wightman 1/37, R. Joy 3/26. WON WORKMENS def by OMK 1st innings Won Workmens T. Hooper lbw. b. A. Jenkins ......0 D. Britt c. A. Gorrod b. R. Greaves ........................37 G. Britt c. P. Dyer b. N. Cant .............................16 R. Thomas c. P. Dyer b. J. Wilson ...........................28 C. Harvey lbw. b. J. Wilson .......0 M. Thomas c. P. Dyer b. J. Wilson ...........................13 J. Sheerin b. B. Wyatt.................1 B. Sword b. B. Wyatt .................0 D. Turton c. A. Miller b. B. Wyatt .............................3 J. Thomas c. J. Paterson b. J. Wilson .............................6 J. Liddle n.o................................5 Extras ........................................8 Total ....................................... 117 Bowling: A. Jenkins 1/44, N. Cant 1/16, J. Wilson 4/19, R. Greaves 1/20, B. Wyatt 3/14. 1st innings OMK A. Miller c. M. Thomas b. J. Thomas ...........................6 J. Van Rooye c. M. Thomas b. T. Hooper .........................43 A. Gorrod c. G. Britt b. R. Thomas ..........................0 J. Wilson n.o. ............................53 A. Rose c. M. Thomas b. T. Hooper ...........................6 P. Dyer c. M. Thomas b. T. Hooper ...........................0 J. Paterson n.o. ...........................1 Extras ...................................... 11 Total ....................................5/120 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/24, J. Thomas 1/16, B. Sword 0/23, M. Thomas 0/16, J. Sheerin 0/24, T. Hooper 3/16. TOWN d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island B. Johnston c. A. Ratnaike b. M. Borschman ..................13 A. Manteit c. L. Smith b. A. Ratnaike.......................26 E. Richards c. A. Ratnaike b. A. Hickey .........................15 S. Boyack lbw. b. A. Hickey ......7 R. Evans stp. L. Smith b. M. Borschman ..................61 M. Price n.o. .............................36 C. Keerthisinghe c&b. S. Clark..........................6 J. Cox b. A. Ratnaike .................0 D. Johnston lbw. b. A. Ratnaike.........................1 T. Officer r.o. ..............................0 A. Thomas n.o. ...........................7 Extras ......................................15
Sharp work: Lewis Rankin spears the ball at the stumps to attempt a run out. He took three wickets with his eight overs and conceded only 26 runs. Photo by www.mdphotos.net Total .............................9/187 (cc) Bowling: A. Ratnaike 3/39, Z. Trease 0/13, M. WeerasingheSilva 0/36, M. Borschman 2/34, A. Hickey 2/16, S. Clark 1/42. 1st innings Town Z. Trease lbw. b. C. Keerthisinghe ..............13 N. Johnston lbw. b. T. Officer .......................... 11 M. Borschman c. R. Evans b. C. Keerthisinghe ................8 A. Ratnaike n.o. .......................85 J. Hume c. B. Johnston b. J. Cox ...............................10 M. Weerasinghe-Silva c. M. Price b. J. Cox .............18 M. Smith c. B. Johnston b. D. Johnston ........................4 A. Fixter b. C. Keerthisinghe ...12 A. Hickey b. T. Officer ...............1 L. Smith c&b. C. Keerthisinghe............1 S. Clark n.o. ...............................0 Extras ......................................31 Total ....................................9/194 Bowling: T. Officer 2/32, S. Boyack 0/23, C. Keerthisinghe 4/45, J. Cox 2/31, A. Thomas 0/17, D. Johnston 1/36, E. Richards 0/5. WON MINERS def by IMPERIALS 1st innings Imperials J. O’Loughlin b. R. Birkett ........0 M. Lafferty c. G. Kent
b. R. Todd ...........................107 T. Williams n.o. ......................104 C. Silkstone c. D. Loos b. J. Loos ..............................58 L. Rogers r.o...............................2 R. Higgins n.o. ...........................6 Extras ......................................30 Total .............................4/307 (cc) Bowling: R. Birkett 1/66, J. Loos 1/56, P. Nelson 0/26, D. Jones 0/12, R. Todd 1/53, J. Honeysett 0/20, D. Loos 0/64. 1st innings Won Miners D. Loos lbw. b. Z. Price ...........22 J. Andrighetto c. T. Williams b. R. McLennan......................8 G. Kent c. G. Sauvarin b. Z. Price ...............................5 J. Honeysett b. K. Gray ............14 R. Birkett c. C. Silkstone b. M. Lafferty .......................18 L. Earl c. T. Williams b. Z. Price ...............................8 R. Todd c. L. Wright b. K. Gray.............................60 J. Loos c. R. Higgins b. L. Wright ............................0 C. Thomas n.o. .........................46 P. Nelson c. L. Rogers b. M. Lafferty .......................58 Extras ......................................26 Total .......................................265 Bowling: R. McLennan 1/43, Z. Price 3/30, K. Gray 2/49, M. Lafferty 2/33, L. Wright 1/44, L. Rogers 0/42, C. Silkstone 0/17.
• A Grade, Division 2
Cobras are supreme on top THE top two teams, MDU and Korumburra went head to head at Meeniyan.
The game started badly for Korumburra’s opening batsman, Kallon Rigby who left the crease with a duck. Fast forward to his bowling performance and he ended the day looking more like the match winner. Off eight overs he bowled 5/29 in what played a big role in Korumburra demonstrating its supremacy at the top of the B Grade ladder. Korumburra was 9/176 off its 40 overs. Michael Olden had taken 3/30 and Cameron Harris 2/7 so MDU had much to feel optimistic about and would have been full of confidence with a modest total to chase. Rigby took charge of the openers, however, and had MDU on the back foot at 2/11. Wayne Prosser and Craig Hoober had a productive partnership and took the score to 4/92 but the trio of Rigby with his five wickets and Kyle Dorman and Shane Dole with
two each kept the momentum running in Korumburra’s favour and MDU was all out in the 38th for 145. Foster is still winless after going down to Poowong Loch at Foster where it finished at 139 with four wickets in hand. Foster fell to be 4/39 before Andrew Starret came along and provided some stability with a 45 which included a six and six fours. Poowong Loch accounted for the target in 32 overs and Wilson Pollock’s 93 was largely responsible for his team’s win. He hit 11 fours and three sixes. Only one of the other seven batsmen who took guard made it to double figures. Greg Collis took 3/25 (8). Kilcunda/Bass achieved something of an upset in defeating Koonwarra/LRSL. Koony batted first and Sam and Jack Hughes had it away to an excellent start with them both back in the pavilion and the score on 2/94. It finished at 5/177 with the Killy/Bass bowlers keeping things tight.
Todd Smith with eight overs and no wicket but ceding only 29 runs typified the side’s work ethic. Killy/Bass made mincemeat of the target in 32 overs with the loss of just one wicket. Paul Palmer was not out on 75 with 10 fours and a six while Trevor Aplin made 57 and hit eight fours. The only batsman out, Andrew Donohue made 27 and it three fours. The three of them made it look like a home ground advantage at play. Glen Alvie made only 111 with five wickets in hand but it was enough to get on top of evenly matched, on paper, Fish Creek Tarwin. Glen Alvie had Fishy all out in the 39th over for 102 although if you subtract the 32 extras bowled, Fish Creek Tarwin hit just 70 runs. The top run maker was Graeme Watkins with 31. Five of his compatriots traipsed from the middle having failed to score. Joseph Hales and Daniel Hales combined beautifully to take seven wickets between
them: 7/32 off 14 overs although Daniel was responsible for 10 wides given. Competition resumes on January 10.
KILCUNDA-BASS d KOONWARRA-LRSL 1st innings Koonwarra-LRSL S. Hughes c. J. Mahood b. A. Donohue ......................54 J. Hughes c. J. Mahood b. R. Duff .............................21 J. Moore b. D. Pipicelli ............22 N. Toms r.o. ..............................34 J. Kennedy n.o..........................16 D. O’Connor n.o. .....................16 B. Perry n.o. ...............................2 Extras ......................................12 Total .............................5/177 (cc) Bowling: T. Smith 0/29, A. Oats 0/22, J. Mahood 1/17, R. Duff 1/10, T. Aplin 0/24, A. Donohue 1/41, D. Pipicelli 2/32. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass T. Aplin n.o...............................57 A. Donohue c. L. Enter b. P. Stow..............................27 P. Palmer n.o. ...........................75 Extras ......................................19 Total ....................................1/178 Bowling: J. Kennedy 0/40, C. Sherriff 0/13, B. Perry 0/32, P. Stow 1/29, S. Hughes 0/29, J. Moore 0/18, D. O’Connor 0/13. FOSTER def by POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Foster H. Buckland c. C. Knox b. A. Sheedy .........................15 J. Chaseling b. C. Cutler ............5
G. Collis c. K. Miller b. N. Allen ..............................1 J. Prain b. C. Cutler ....................5 M. Lynch c. K. Miller b. C. Knox ............................22 A. Starret lbw. b. C. Knox ........45 T. Smith n.o. .............................19 D. Lacasa n.o..............................9 Extras ......................................18 Total .............................6/139 (cc) Bowling: C. Cutler 2/26, N. Allen 1/19, M. Loader 0/22, A. Sheedy 1/7, A. Fisher 0/18, W. Pollock 0/20, C. Knox 2/26. 1st innings Poowong-Loch C. Knox c. A. Starret b. G. Collis .............................0 B. Hall b. T. Smith .....................3 W. Pollock n.o. .........................93 A. Sheedy c. M. Lynch b. J. Chaseling ........................7 N. Allen c. S. Embuldeniya b. H. Griggs ..........................10 K. Miller c. T. Smith b. G. Collis .............................1 A. Fisher c. H. Buckland b. G. Collis .............................3 P. Fort n.o. ..................................6 Extras ......................................20 Total ....................................6/143 Bowling: G. Collis 3/25, D. Lacasa 0/21, H. Griggs 1/19, T. Smith 1/34, J. Chaseling 1/18, G. Tanner 0/13, H. Buckland 0/12. FISH CREEK-TARWIN def by GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie A. Hamilton c&b. C. Fisher .......3 R. Slade b. C. Fisher ................23 J. Glen b. C. Fisher.....................0 D. Hales n.o..............................45
S. Smith lbw. b. L. Edgelow ....16 J. Burke c. J. Law b. A. Straw..............................0 D. Hateley b. A. Straw ...............0 B. Glen n.o. ................................1 Extras ......................................23 Total ............................. 6/111 (cc) Bowling: A. Straw 2/16, O. Straw 0/19, C. Fisher 3/12, L. Edgelow 1/21, O. Brennan 0/15, J. Pouw 0/28. 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin G. Webster b. J. Hales ..............16 C. Fisher c. D. Hateley b. J. Hales ...............................3 O. Brennan lbw. b. D. Williams ........................0 J. Law b. J. Hales .......................1 N. Wilkins c. J. Hales b. D. Hales..............................3 J. Pouw b. J. Hales .....................0 G. Watkins r.o...........................31 O. Straw c. S. Smith b. D. Hales............................15 J. Buckland b. D. Hales..............0 L. Edgelow n.o. ..........................0 A. Straw b. J. Glen .....................0 Extras ......................................32 Total .......................................102 Bowling: B. Glen 0/25, J. Hales 4/8, D. Williams 1/22, D. Hales 3/24, L. McRae 0/9, J. Glen 1/8. MDU def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Korumburra K. Rigby lbw. b. A. Eddy ...........0 T. Lucas c. M. Olden b. C. Harris ...........................21 S. Dole c. N. Eddy b. M. Olden ............................9 D. Salmon c. N. Eddy
b. C. Harris ...........................17 I. Osman c. M. Martin b. M. Olden ..........................18 S. Hayes r.o. .............................10 K. Dorman c. A. Eddy b. M. Olden ..........................24 A. Tagliaferro b. S. McRae ......31 P. Edwards b. S. Arnup.............22 J. Richards n.o. ...........................6 J. Celebrine n.o. .........................1 Extras ......................................17 Total .............................9/176 (cc) Bowling: A. Eddy 1/39, M. Olden 3/30, C. Harris 2/7, N. Eddy 0/32, S. Arnup 1/29, M. Olden 0/3, S. McRae 1/35. 1st innings MDU M. Olden c. D. Salmon b. K. Rigby .............................6 M. Martin b. K. Rigby ...............1 W. Prosser c. I. Osman b. A. Tagliaferro ...................26 C. Hoober lbw. b. K. Dorman........................24 N. Eddy c. D. Salmon b. K. Rigby ...........................16 S. McRae c. I. Osman b. K. Rigby ........................... 11 C. Harris lbw. b. K. Rigby .........0 M. Olden c&b. S. Dole ..............5 S. Arnup c. K. Dorman b. S. Dole..............................22 M. Kewming c. J. Celebrine b. K. Dorman..........................1 A. Eddy n.o. ...............................0 Extras ......................................33 Total .......................................145 Bowling: K. Dorman 2/33, K. Rigby 5/29, S. Hayes 0/9, I. Osman 0/22, T. Lucas 0/13, S. Dole 2/13, A. Tagliaferro 1/16.
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By Tayla Kershaw
Superbike hero: Troy Bayliss winning his third World Superbike Championship in 2008, his retirement year.
Baylisstic Scramble coming to Phillip Island AUSTRALIA’s former world superbike hero, Troy Bayliss, is bringing his own special brand of dirt track racing to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit with the Baylisstic Scramble to be held during the opening round of the 2015 Superbike World Championship from February 20-22.
The event will boast some of the biggest names in Australian motorcycle racing. There will be three time world superbike champion Bayliss, world supersport champion and MotoGP winner Chris Vermeulen, three time world speedway champion Jason Crump, Mr Motocross icon Stephen Gall and multi time Australian dirt track champion Paul Caslick. The riders will captain five separate teams in the Baylisstic Scramble which will be held on a flat track circuit being built at Lukey Heights, replacing the previous motocross layout. Each team will have four riders and will battle it out in a round robin format. Practice will begin on Friday, followed by qualifying and racing on Saturday and Sunday, scheduled for windows outside the international categories. The Gold Coast based Bayliss, a six time World Superbike winner at Phillip Island, has lifted the profile of dirt track racing enormously over the last
two years, which began with the inauguration of the Troy Bayliss Classic in his former home town of Taree (NSW) in early 2013. “Like many Australian riders, I grew up racing dirt track. It’s where we all honed our skills and had a lot of fun when we were young, so it’s good to go back to where we all began and just race for the hell of it,” said Troy. “The Baylisstic Scramble is not so hard on the body, so perfect for us more experienced campaigners and it will be a great spectacle for the fans seeing us all having a major go. No one wants to lose! “I’ve just come back from a great dirt track event in Barcelona where the Euros got right into the dirt so I think it’s the beginning of a resurgence in Europe. I think our events are getting all the Aussies back to the dirt and that is a great thing for motorcycle racing,” said Troy. The Baylisstic Scramble has since joined the scene, and the fast paced bar banging action has proved to be a popular addition to the entertainment bill at the last two Moto Expo events in Brisbane and Melbourne and is now set to take Phillip Island by storm. Dirt track racing has arguably been the premier breeding ground for some of Australia’s road racing elite, including Casey Stoner, Mick Doohan, Wayne Gardner, Daryl Beattie and Anthony West.
PREMIERSHIP netballer Brylie Wilson is taking her skills to the Kilcunda Bass Netball Club next year.
The former MDU and Korumburra Bena player is now taking on the role as a first time playing coach for the senior Panthers team. Assistant Seniors’ football coach Adam Miller presented the opportunity to her and she has been working closely with netball president Mary Mifsud in the lead up to pre season, scheduled for mid January. Brylie hopes to bring a bit of structure to the senior netball side, which she will deliver through regular training sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays. “I’m hoping to help the
girls develop their skills so we get a few wins on the board,” she said. “I also want to help develop skills in the junior players as well because they are the future of the club. Hopefully we can drill a few good habits into the juniors.” The new coach feels she has a lot to offer the netball club. She credits this confidence to her former coach Christie Hillberg from the Korumburra Bena Netball Club who showed her a lot of support during her time at the club. Brylie embraced the coaching role for the first time two weeks ago when she was given the opportunity to lead a light training. “It was a bit daunting,” she said. “I enjoyed working with the girls though. They are all so eager and happy to participate.” She is excited to be
Up for the challenge: former Korumburra Bena Netball Club premiership player Brylie Wilson will be joining Kilcunda Bass Netball Club for the 2015 season as a first time playing coach. a playing coach and is looking forward to the approaching 2015 season.
“It’ll be challenging and enjoyable. I love a bit of a challenge,” she said.
“It’ll be good to see what the season brings.”
Winning streak for Stewart By Stuart Biggins EIGHTEEN year old motocross rider Wayne Stewart from Dumbalk is on a winning streak. He took first place in the Korumburra Club Championships backed up by second place in the Victorian Motocross Titles and third in the Gippsland Centre Series in the past motocross season. Winning means everything to Wayne who works part time as a builder and dreams of making it to the professional ranks of motocross to ride for a team. He describes the feeling of winning as ‘the best’. He said, “I go out there to have fun and win.” His father, Peter said, “Wayne is very consistent, smooth and quick.” The young rider is inspired by Churchill’s 16 year old Jed Beaton who has risen from an impoverished background in Tasmania to be riding on the professional motocross circuit. Seeing how far guts and determination can get you matters to Wayne who said, “Jed’s done it tough but he’s put in the hard yards and he’s got there.” Motocross is a sport which like many others incurs many expenses. Wayne’s mother and
father, Kerry and Peter have made many sacrifices to nurture his motocross talent and this is not lost on him. He said, “I appreciate everything they do. They put in everything.” Peter Stewart, Wayne’s father said, “Everything costs money.” Races are widespread in places as far afield as Shepparton and Horsham and even medical costs incurred by broken limbs of which Wayne has had a
couple, mount up. Local businesses such as Evans Petroleum and Marriots provide valuable support and a Melbourne company provided the $500 sticker kit which emblazens the $8000 250cc motorcycle. Peter Stewart does most of the bike maintenance although as Wayne has grown older he has been expected to take an increasing responsibility for more than cleaning the bike and now looks after
the oil and filters. Stewart says it can be hard to reach the top because those who do generally don’t attend school or go to work but have the luxury of devoting themselves to riding. Wayne started riding when he was three or four years old and rides three or four times a week. Doing what he loves the most he finds it easy to be motivated. Apart from motocross Stewart plays football for
Stony Creek Thirds of which he has been Best and Fairest. He also played in this year’s Alberton Interleague team. Riding is physically exacting but he boosts his fitness with running, cycling and gym workouts. He also enjoys fishing out of Port Welshpool with his dad and shooting. The new motocross season begins again in February.
Going places: Wayne Stewart of Dumbalk with his beautifully maintained 250cc motorcycle he hopes to ride to even greater heights of success in 2015.
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Breaking for Christmas BRAD Anderson (pictured) hit 31 helping Koonwara/LRSL to an innings total of 6/214 in its round nine B Grade, Division Two victory over Kilcunda/Bass. Nick Moore top scored for Koony with 76. In reply
Killy/Bass managed only 6/137. See inside for round 9 reports. Association cricket has a short break for Christmas and the New Year before matches resume on January 10. Photo by www.mdphotos.net
Colours revealed for new look Giants By Tayla Kershaw KORUMBURRA Bena Football Netbal Club members say bring on next season. The team will be donning a fresh new look, taking on the orange, white and grey colours of the Giants. The club has gotten right in to preparation for the upcoming season and the new jumpers were revealed at its third training session for all age groups. This was a special event for its last training before the Christmas break. “This is a new start to the club as a new entity,” committee member Troy Patterson said. “The jumpers give a fresh look and the team is looking good for the upcoming season. The rebranding is also an additional opportunity for sponsors.” If anyone is interested in sponsoring the Giants, they are invited to contact the club or Mr Patterson at the Middle Korumburra Hotel. The decision to change the identity of the club from the Bulldogs to the Giants was made official at its AGM at the end of
November. “Everyone’s really keen,” Mr Patterson said. “The netballers’ dresses are being made and we
are ordering new apparel.” Mr Patterson’s son, U/15’s player Bailey, said he prefers the club’s new look.
“The whole club is happy with the decision,” Mr Patterson said. “It’ll be fantastic come round one.”
Fresh colours: U/15’s Korumburra Bena football player Bailey Patterson dons the club’s new colours.