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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2010

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Height stoush Wind farm increase kept from public By Bert van Bedaf A MASSIVE 25-metre increase in the height of the Bald Hills wind farm towers was kept from the public by the State Government, as well as from South Gippsland Shire Councillors by council ofﬁcers and the Mayor.

Grow your own BENA’S Jack Glasgow was a deserving winner for his collection of vegetables at the Korumburra show on Saturday. A couple of thousand people took advantage of the splendid summer weather to enjoy a huge variety of activities and fun. See page 14 for more.

The information only emerged last Friday, when rumours of the shock height change began circulating among neighbouring objectors. The State Government secretly allowed wind farm operator Mitsui and Co (Aust) Ltd to increase the height of its Bald Hills towers to 135 metres last December by amending the existing permit, issued for 110-metre towers in August 2004. In comparison the Toora wind towers are around 100 metres high. The Planning Minister Justin Madden said the request was approved “in order that current best practice and new turbine technologies could be adopted and deployed. An additional 15 per cent electrical generation efficiency can be derived from the project through the increase in turbine height”. As a consequence, the site will now need floodlights and tower lighting to comply with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations, similar to those at Waubra, Victoria’s largest wind facility near Ballarat with 128 towers at 135 metres. Lights around Waubra are red flashing of medium intensity and synchronised, so that all safety lights flash simultaneously. They have a ‘flash character’ of 20 flashes per minute (every three seconds).

Tarwin Lower farmer and long-standing objector to the Bald Hills facility, Don Fairbrother said Mitsui and Co, which is the parent company of Bald Hills Wind Farm Pty Ltd, and the Planning Minister Justin Madden, had walked over the community. “They did not ask for any submissions from the community,” Mr Fairbrother said. “We were not informed (of the change) by the company or the government. This sort of arrogance needs to be checked.” At a community meeting last weekend, people were “in total disbelief”. “We had about 30 people at the (Bald Hills) wetlands. People were pretty upset and angry,” Mr Fairbrother said. Continued on page 7.

Toora towers: The Toora towers are about 100 metres – at least 25-35 metres lower than what the Bald Hills towers may be.

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Pool party STUDENTS were splashing into pools across the region last week. Leongatha Secondary College and Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College were among the schools to head to the water. Some students took the opportunity to dress up in their house colours and participate in novelty events.

Go Chisholm house: MMCRC Year 11s Beth Dortmans and Gillian Meikle were resplendent in yellow.

Ready to race: LSC’s Jason Stewart was well prepared for a novelty tube race at Korumburra.

Go house: LSC’s Bianca Bennett is a keen Mundara supporter.

In the shade: Louise McKean, Jessie Birkham, Monica Fleming and Leah Beckwith stay out of Mirboo North’s hot sun at the MMCRC carnival.

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THE grandson of the man who managed the Wonthaggi State Coal Mine when its number 20 shaft blew up, will be at the reopening of the underground tours on March 21. John McLeish, who bears his grandfather’s name, is coming down from Queensland. He told The Star he would be bringing his wife Leeanda-Jane and six-yearold twins Riley and Piper. He’s hoping his cousin Barbara Carroll who lives in Sydney will come too. Her grandfather Tom Hislop had private ownership of a mine at Kilcunda. Mine manager John McLeish was presented with the Royal Humane Society Medal and bar and a citation from King George for his bravery in helping rescue workers following two explosions at the State Mine. One was in 1931 when four men died; the other in 1937 which killed 13. Yesterday marked the 73rd anniversary of that disaster. His grandson has the medal mounted into a frame and will bring it with him. He also has a set of his grandfather’s mine rules printed on cloth and hopes to bring that too.

Growing strong BUSINESS is thriving in Bass Coast. To the end of June last year, 346 new operations were registered with the shire council, representing an annual increase of 6.2 per cent. Sixty-six of those were in the April/ June quarter. The biggest growth was in administration and support enterprises, up by 42 or 12 per cent. The shire had nearly 6000 registered businesses by the end of last June, 1531 of them in the construction industry. Twenty of those alone were registered in the April/June quarter. With 23 new businesses in 2009, accommodation and food services saw a rise of 8.2 per cent. The health industry is growing apace too, recording a hike of 10.6 per cent.

Real estate booms By Brad Lester REAL estate is selling at record rates across South Gippsland and agents are predicting even higher sales in the future. Summer has returned the highest sales levels in many years, in coastal and inland residential properties as the region booms and cheaper properties draw Melbourne and interstate interest. Affordable real estate remains the most active market. Only sales of farms have slowed, due to the downturn in the dairy industry. Stockdale and Leggo’s ofﬁces at Inverloch, Wonthaggi, Cape Paterson and Grantville recorded the highest ever monthly sales since 1996 in November and sales in January were a close second. Agency principal Patrick Barry is expecting the upwards trend to continue. “While we are saying we are seeing record sales, this is the start of it. There is more coming,” he said. Wonthaggi is leading the market, as the town transforms into a sub-regional centre on the back of a thriving building industry boosted by 1000 public service jobs across education, local government and policing sectors. “Areas like Cape Paterson and Inverloch are very pleasant places to live and they are moving towards more permanent living rather than holiday accommodation,” Mr Barry said. Young professionals and people in their forties and ﬁfties are moving into Cape Paterson while Inverloch primarily attracts older residents. Some people are living between Inverloch and Melbourne. Lewis Stone of Harcourts Inverloch reported record sales in recent months and the best of his two years in business. The agency sold three properties last week alone. “We sold a lot of properties from October to December and January has been very strong,” he said. Sales of properties in the lower end of the Inverloch market – properties below $450,000 – have been solid. “We seem to have a third of buyers being locals and two-thirds from other areas. We have sold properties to people from around Gippsland: Lakes Entrance,

Action stations: Lewis Stone of Harcourts Inverloch at a complex of townhouses in Powlett Street. One has sold already. Traralgon and Moe and also the Mornington Peninsula because those areas are changing,” Mr Stone said. Inverloch’s combination of outdoor activities and diverse services are attracting many buyers. “If you drive from here back to Melbourne, can you tell me of another town that has the same variety of seaside activities for a family?” Mr Stone said. “Dad can go fishing, the son can go surfing and snorkelling and mum can look around town. There is not another town that has that and still has the country feel about it. “Inverloch is also getting a new school, has the community hub, the doctors and the restaurants. The whole town is becoming a vibrant area. The tourism has created the influx of people and that makes the whole town a better service town.” Additional buyers were lured to Inverloch when Harcourts auctioned the prestigious ocean-front property, The Cliffs, on the Cape Paterson Road late last year. That property later sold within the quoted price range of $2.5-$2.7 million.

“That got the town buzzing because it was a record price. That opened Inverloch up to another market, people who had not been here before. We had 130 enquiries on the property,” Mr Stone said. More investors are looking for properties, hoping to beneﬁt from the inﬂux of tenants working on construction of the desalination plant at Wonthaggi. The coastal destinations of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay have attracted interest from buyers from Sydney and Queensland, and Foster township is appealing too. Interstate buyers are keen to escape the humidity and are lured by cheaper coastal homes in South Gippsland. Russell Jones of SEJ Foster reported the best sales in many years, with properties up to $350,000 selling “extremely well”. “There always seems to be a base of homes and properties that stay on the market but all in all, we are very pleased with the way it’s been going,” he said. Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha has had the best sales in seven years, said

branch manager, Andrew Newton. “The second half of January and the first half of February have been the best four weeks we’ve had for seven years,” he said. “The market is moving in all facets except the bigger rural jobs because of dairy prices.” First home buyers are less active after government grants were scaled down and properties in the key $200,000-$250,000 range becoming few. Leongatha and Korumburra have received attention from Melbourne buyers, and sales should continue. “It will be a good year across the board. The rural sector will struggle a bit but the residential market will go well as we get a lot of enquiry from Melbourne,” Mr Newton said. “While we have the demand, we need the supply. Our Korumburra office has been just as strong as our Leongatha office.” Grantville and Corinella are also rising in popularity as a dual lane highway puts the towns within commuting distance of suburban Melbourne.

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Local art awarded KORUMBURRA’S 33rd annual Art Show attracted more than 200 people last weekend, many commenting on the high quality of art on display.

Contemporary: Wonthaggi artist Janice Orchard was thrilled to catch up with Korumburra Art Show judge Ramon Horsﬁeld after being awarded Best Contemporary Painting for her stunningly colourful work Mother and Son on Friday night.

Rotary workers: from left: Charles Huson, Wayne Blogg, Allan Perks and Mark Holmes made sure local art enthusiasts enjoyed the ofﬁcial opening of the Korumburra Art Show on Friday night.

Art show director Stewart Woods said they were pleased the show attracted a good number of people, they sold 13 paintings totalling about $5000 and would have raised some $5000 overall from the door entry, commissions and raffle. Coronet Bay artist Ramon Horsfield acted as judge for The Rotary Club of Korumburra art show for a second time, having judged in 1993. One of the stand outs in the show for Mr Horsfield was Golden Reflection by artist Do Nobel, awarded the Best Entry in the Exhibition, winning $1500. The artist has adopted the pointillism technique, in which a lot of tiny dots are combined to form a picture. A technique exemplified by postimpressionist school of painting artist Georges Seurat and his followers in late 19thcentury France. “The artist’s use of this technique, colour and draftsmanship are all very good and the painting makes you feel good, it is

just different and the artist has created something unique,” Mr Horsfield said. As for stand outs, Mr Horsfield was most impressed with a big, vibrant coloured painting by Wonthaggi artist Janice Orchard, Mother and Son and awarded this the Best Contemporary Painting, and Janice was thrilled to receive her $350 winner’s prize. A delighted Janice said, “It was a joy to paint”. Another local, Diana Wilson of Bass, received $500 for the Best Pastel with her portrait of friend, Patrick. Former local artist Patrick Verdon now lives in Bendigo. Other prize winners included Second Best Entry- Joel Magpayo for The Ockers, Best WatercolourLorraine Lewitzka for Morning Glow, E. Trembath-Best Oil Painting for Thornton Scene, Best Local Entry- Phillip Island artist Tom Tyrell for Looking for Shade, Ventnor, Phillip Island Local artists John Adam, John Duncan-Firth and Bianca Biesuz-Stefani received highly commended awards. Winner of the raffle prize was Heather Walker from Korumburra. Looking ahead Mr Woods said they are planning a special exhibition for Easter at the Federation Art Gallery that will feature the best entries awarded in the past 30 years, including the two award winning works from the 2010 show.

Winning painting: from left Pam Neill, Korumburra, Olva Child, Leongatha South, Anne Rasmussen, Korumburra and Maree Hams, Kardella South took a look at the best entry in the Korumburra Art Show Golden Reﬂection by artist Do Nobel.

Best pastel: Diana Wilson of Bass received $500 for the Best Pastel with her portrait of friend, Patrick.

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Burra Foods powers up By Jane Ross A MULTI million dollar dried milk processing plant at Burra Foods will boost the company’s place in the global market.

It’s being built with the help of a $2.1 million electricity upgrade paid for by the State Government. Regional and Rural Development Minister Jacinta Allan visited Burra Foods on Wednesday to announce the power funding under the Regional Electrical Access Program (REAP). She said Burra Foods’ management estimated that blackouts cost the factory an average $1million a year in lost production. Company CEO Grant Crothers told The Star the new opportunities will lift its exports from 70 per cent of product to 85 or 90 per cent. The new plant should be ﬁnished by the end of June. It won’t be producing just any old milk powder.

“We’re going for a higher end specification product,” said Mr Crothers. “Japan is a keen market.” That’s been the story of Burra Foods’ 20 year history; finding a niche in the market and fitting in. And the milk powder won’t be the end of the story. “We will be slowly marching to increase value,” said Mr Crothers. In her second visit to Burra Foods in 12 months, Ms Allan said the electricity boost would help secure the factory’s 80 full time jobs and lift the demand for milk from suppliers. One, Colin Dowel of Korumburra, joined Ms Allan and Mr Crothers on a tour to the back of the factory where the new plant is under construction. “I’ve been supplying Burra Foods for 10 years. They’ve been good to us.” Ms Allan’s earlier trip to Burra Foods was to congratulate management on being the first major business in South Gippsland to connect

to natural gas. “That’s saving $500,000 in running costs.” The minister said Burra Foods processes 130 million litres of milk a year. She described the Burra Foods story as “a great one”. “It’s terriﬁc to be back here. I’m very pleased we’ve been able to help out …. with the expansion.” The latter is “a great vote of conﬁdence in suppliers and in the region”. “It’s good for dairy farmers and the dairy industry. It’s a challenging industry but one so important to the Gippsland region and to Victoria.” When Burra Foods took over the old Korumburra Butter Factory in 1990, the infrastructure was what Mr Crothers described as “Third World-ish”. “There was an empty shell of a factory full of asbestos, a very ordinary power supply, poor mobile phone reception and no broadband.” He described the milk powder plant as “a Goliath type thing” for Burra Foods.

POLICE BRIEFS Pharmacy break-in

NAGEL’S Pharmacy in Leongatha was broken into early on Monday morning, with cash and ﬂu tablets stolen. “At 1.38am this morning (Monday) two offenders forced the rear access door and gained entry. Once inside they’ve stolen cash from the till and

a quantity of cold and ﬂu tablets,” Leading Senior Constable Pete Barry said. The break in set off an alarm inside the business. L/S/C Barry said the ﬂu tablets were used in the production of amphetamines, like speed. The pharmacy was broken into in November last year, along with several others in South Gippsland.

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from Kardella was arrested at 12.50am on Monday outside McCartins Hotel in Leongatha for drunkenness. Leongatha Police are also investigating the man in relation to an assault.

Hoon bust LEONGATHA Police impounded a car under the anti-hoon legislation after a man

Man dies in head-on crash at Foster North

A MAN died after a collision at Foster North, on the South Gippsland Highway near McKnights Road, on Friday afternoon. It is believed the 77-year-old driver from Ferntree Gully was travelling east in his Toyota and collided head on with a Holden Commodore on the South Gippsland Highway near Foster at about 2.15pm. Although the Commodore (pictured)

was ﬂipped on to its roof and crushed heavily on the passenger side, the male and a female occupant from Geelong West received minor injuries. Leongatha’s Burchell Panels towed the vehicles away. Eerily, the stretch of road was the scene of a similar accident a week earlier on Friday, February 5, when a Meeniyan woman, who was heading toward Foster, lost control of her vehicle and ﬂipped it on to its roof.

driving a green station wagon was reported driving dangerously through Leongatha on the evening of Thursday, February 11. “The car was seen driving at excessive speed along Brumley Street. It braked, skidding through the intersection into Turn-

er Street. The driver did a wheelie down Turner Street,” Leading Senior Constable Pete Barry said. The driver, a 22-yearold from Leongatha, was spoken to by police and had his vehicle impounded for 48 hours. He is likely to face court charged with driving offences.

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House fire CFA fire investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed part of a house yesterday (Monday) at Fish Creek. The fire was at a property near the Waratah Bay turn-off. Leongatha CFA captain Andy Kay, who was sifting through the ashes of the fire when he spoke to The Star, said two bedrooms were destroyed in the blaze. “They’ve been fully gutted. The rest of the house is intact. I don’t know whether they’ll have

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She’ll be apples By Jane Ross IT’S an exacting task. But Miranda Sharp knows a thing or two about food and is up for the challenge. “This is the gig of the year!” she grins before carefully slicing into the ﬁrst of the 22 apple pies she will judge. The cutting is important because it shows whether the pastry is cooked, if the ﬁlling holds up, if it looks as appealing with a small wedge out of it as it did whole. Then comes the best part. Miranda plies a small fork into each pie giving it the ultimate critique: the taste test. She takes notes then diligently cleans the fork on a Chux wipe before plunging it into the

Right: First timer: Daniel O’Flaherty entered the Kelly’s Bakery apple pie competition for the ﬁrst time. Bottom right: Pick a winner: one of these delicious looking apple pies will win a blue rosette. Below: Best gig: Miranda Sharp says judging the apple pie contest is “the best gig of the year”.

next wedge. Looking on with breathless anticipation is 15-year-old Daniel O’Flaherty. He’s entered the competition for the first time and hopes to win the junior section. He’s dusted the crust of his apple pie with cinnamon sugar. It looks delicious. And it is! He wins first prize in the junior section. Jane Kennedy is second and Vivienne Carfrae third. This is the seventh great apple pie competition, sponsored by Kelly’s Bakery as part of the Korumburra Show. Senior winners: Step O’Rafferty first, Margaret Morrison second and Brenda Eastman third. Miranda is a chef, caterer, food writer and active participant in farmers’ markets.

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No help for renters By Matt Dunn THE State Government and Consumer Affairs Victoria say there is nothing that can be done to help Bass Coast renters who have been priced out of the property market. But the Tenants Union of Victoria says that Consumer Affairs is not doing enough to protect evicted Bass Coast renters. The tenants union has received a steady stream of complaints from the renters, many of whom are believed to have been evicted to make way for cashed-up desalination workers. Desalination plant workers will receive $700 a week in extra income as a living away from home allowance. “Consumer Affairs Victoria, which is the government body responsible for enforcing the rental tenancies act, really needs to be proactive,” Tenants Union of Victoria policy and liaison worker Toby Archer said. “It can’t sit back and wait for individual complaints. They really need to be out there working with landlords

and estate agents to make sure they’re aware of their obligations. That’s a really key part of the problem. “We’ve seen no evidence to suggest that that’s happened. We’re only a community legal service, but they’ve got a mandate from the government to do what they do. We haven’t seen that they’ve done any work in that regard.” But Consumer Affairs said it has no power to control the rental market. “The Morwell CAV office has received less than five requests for a rental assessment, in one instance, it was only the second rent increase in the past seven years. There have been five enquiries into termination of leases across the entire Bass Coast Shire region since the start of the year,” a CAV spokesperson said. A spokesman from the office of Housing Minister Richard Wynne also said there was nothing that could be done to control “the private rental market”. Mr Archer said that despite its low population base, calls from frustrated Bass Coast renters were continually being made to the union. “We might get calls from, say Mildura, once in a blue moon. But

Ken Smith we’re seeing, on a weekly basis, people calling in from that way (Bass Coast). That’s out of the ordinary,” he said. Most worrying was the “seriousness of the issues being raised and the trend. “The things that we’re quite commonly seeing is rent increases and notices to vacate. One of the things

we’ve quite often seen is estate agents and landlords not following the process in the rental tenancies act,” he said. Raising the price of rent without proper notice is a common complaint. Disputes stemming from sudden rent rises had often seen landlords issue “retaliatory” eviction notices. “For us the key message that really needs to get out is that the law is the law and just as everyone expects tenants to abide by the law, the community expects landlords and estate agents to comply. They shouldn’t take advantage of the fact that the market has become incredibly tight,” Mr Archer said. Member for Bass Ken Smith, who has been working on the issue, said there had now been about 20 people come to his ofﬁce with complaints about not being able to ﬁnd somewhere to live. He said the rise in the cost of rental properties had happened because Bass Coast Council had allowed it to happen. He blamed council’s housing accord for fuelling the problem. Council has set aside a pool of holiday houses, which will be rented out to the desalination workers. But Mr

Wind farm height fight

Continued from page 1. “The Minister had no right to make this adjustment, which he called ‘a minor change’. It is a massive change. It turns Bald Hills into an industrial site. It is the industrialisation of the rural landscape.” He said the amended permit, approved by the Minister, was issued by the Department of Planning and Community Development in Traralgon in mid-December, 2009, and South Gippsland Shire Council was informed by January 4, 2010. “It sat on some ofﬁcer’s desk for nearly six weeks before councillors were told about it (last Friday). Ofﬁcers did not tell the public or councillors,” Mr Fairbrother said. “This may have put any appeal process in jeopardy. We are investigating our legal options. We won’t be walked over by Mitsui or the Government.”

Coastal Promontory Ward Cr Keiran Kennedy said he had not been informed of the change until last Friday and was dismayed by it. He said he would be asking questions at tomorrow night’s council meeting (February 17, 7pm). “I want to get to the bottom of this, why councillors weren’t informed,” Cr Kennedy said. Mayor Jim Fawcett confessed to knowing about the height increase. Cr Fawcett said he noticed the letter from Minister Madden to council “early to mid-January”. “I saw a copy of it, but it didn’t figure highly. I didn’t tell anyone and I’m starting to regret it. It should have made councillors’ correspondence, but it didn’t.” Council’s chief executive Tim Tamlin confirmed the letter had been received on January 4, but officers were “still looking for

further information and answers where to proceed from here”. Not telling councillors or the public was “an oversight, I suppose. An error on our part,” Mr Tamlin said. He said council would continue to monitor the progress of the construction of the project. Matthew Croome, general manager of Bald Hills Wind Farm, said technology had led to substantial improvements in design and efﬁciency in wind turbines which warranted the height increase. “Currently, the maximum height of wind turbines being considered for new projects is generally around 130 metres,” Mr Croome said. “The changes to the planning permit will allow us to install the best turbines suitable for the Bald Hills site that are currently on the market. “Bald Hills Wind Farm Pty Ltd

has undertaken extensive assessment into any potential impacts that an increase in turbine height may pose to the environment. “All of our studies support that potential impacts caused by the change in turbine height to up to 135 metres, including birdlife, visual impact, noise, blade glint and shadow ﬂicker, would be negligible. “The Government also undertook its own assessment and ultimately the approval was granted via secondary consent because the additional impact is negligible. No formal announcement was made given that there is little or no change to the planning permit for the project. “With respect to lighting for turbines, when required, it is principally installed for the purpose of aviation safety. At the moment it is premature to comment on whether aviation safety lighting will be required.”

Smith believes the exorbitant rent put on some properties was only serving to heat up the market, not to mention upsetting desalination workers. “They’ll be looking at those properties and thinking, ‘Oh my God, what’s going on in this place? They’re trying to rip us off,’” he said. But Thiess Degrémont has backed the housing accord. “The Housing Accord website hosted by Council is the only accommodation website that Thiess Degrémont will promote to its employees, subcontractors and suppliers,” a Thiess Degrémont spokesperson said. “Thiess Degrémont will be leasing properties directly as the need arises. These properties will be used for temporary accommodation for shortterm workers who elect for shared project accommodation.” Mr Smith and a community group formed to tackle the housing issue will meet with Minister for Housing Richard Wynne on Wednesday, February 24.

Steady hand of Peter LOCAL government was in a topsy turvy state when Peter Tatterson came to Leongatha to be CEO of the South Gippsland Shire Council. Municipal mergers had been mandated by the Kennett Government and Woorayl, the Shire of South Gippsland at Foster, Mirboo North and Korumburra were amalgamated to form a new South Gippsland Shire. State appointed commissioners took the new body through its early phase, but it was Peter’s job to bed things down and create a strong management team and cohesive force among the staff. His contribution to the ﬂedgling shire has been recalled in recent weeks, following his premature death from cancer. He died on January 3 at the age of 66. One of his colleagues from those early shire days is Jeannie Hicks. She remembers a man with strong people skills who had vision and was willing to try new things. “He had an entrepreneurial streak and trusted his staff to deliver the goods. “He was very loyal.” Peter came to South Gippsland from an economic development role with Wellington Shire. He is survived by his wife Merrilyn, three daughters and ﬁve grandchildren.

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Precinct’s on target By Chris Brown EDUCATION in Leongatha is abuzz with precinct excitement.

Last week parents, educators and community members heard how the precinct will revolutionise education in the town. The special meeting was held in the Mesley Hall foyer on Tuesday night. Draft plans of the new secondary college were revealed for the ﬁrst time there. The junior centre, senior centre, shared administration area, and art and design centre will cost up to $12 million. The current technology building will remain largely unchanged. Law requires that secondary college heritage buildings, near Mesley Hall,

are maintained. Leongatha Secondary College principal Brett Windsor said hopefully the new facilities will make the school the envy of the state. “It’s a really exciting time for the college, primary school and community,” he said. “We will have a school that is one of the most modern in the state.” Construction of the secondary college stage could begin as early as winter if the State Government funds it in the May budget. However building money could still be several years away. South Gippsland Specialist School students moved into their new buildings on the precinct site last year. Already three of the six concrete slabs have been poured for the primary school. Students will make the move at the

beginning of next year if the project remains on schedule. The combined administration building will be in the existing secondary college staff centre and design building. Like at Mirboo North the primary school administration will be on one side of the building and the secondary college’s on the other. Flexible walls in the admin area conference room offer opportunities for relationships to grow between the two schools. Primary school administration will operate out of the present secondary college West Campus library until the refurbishment is ﬁnished. There was some concern from parents at the meeting about whether young children would be mixing with Precinct’s on the way: LSC principal Brett Windsor discusses the future older teenagers. with the parents of Leongatha Primary School students Maree McFarMr Windsor said there would be lane, Tina Allen, Lisa Robinson and Jenny Buckland. very little mixing of students.

No date set for meeting By Brad Lester S O U T H Gippslanders are being urged to step up the campaign to rebuild the ageing Leongatha Memorial Hospital, as State Government accountants prepare to ﬁnalise the looming State Budget. The Leongatha Progress Association and Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry will hold a public meeting as a mass display of support for a new hospital. Representatives from those groups are now seeking to meet with the board of Gippsland Southern Health Service to hear what Victorian Health Minister Daniel Andrews had to say when he met with a local deputation last December to discuss the hospital’s future. Only then will the association and chamber decide whether the meeting will be positive or negative: positive if the government looks likely to fund the rebuild and negative if not. Progress association president Mick Flynn said a public gathering would deﬁnitely be held but he was unsure when. “If the hospital board can allay our fears that the Department of Health does not have a hidden agenda, then the community needs to know,” he said. “If they can’t, then we need to have a public meeting to get people motivated to say and do what needs to be done to ensure our hospital stays. “It’s just a matter of the hospital board convincing us the department is being upfront and honest. I’m a bit cynical but I would like

to believe the department is doing the right thing. “One way or the other, the public needs to know what is going on.” The momentum of the “Save the Hospital” campaign must not be lost at this vital time, Mr Flynn said. “If we back off, we will let the government off the hook. We are in an election year and have everything going for us and need to keep the government on its toes,” he said. “As a community, we need to keep the pressure on and let the government know we are not going to go away. If we do not jump up and down, the State Budget will be finalised and we will be forgotten.” Chamber president Darryl McGannon, who last December said a meeting would most likely be held by February, is hoping the meeting with the hospital board proves productive. “We will have a meeting between some of the board members, the CEO (Gary Templeton) and (South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor) Jim Fawcett and us, and we will make a plan from there,” he said. “We’re trying to find out if the State Government has finalised its budget.” According to Health Minister Daniel Andrews’ spokesperson Jason Frenkel, the government is yet to put its budget to bed. Therefore a public meeting held soon would not be too late to influence the allocation of budget health funding.

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Supermarket closer By Danny B D Buttler B l MEENIYAN’S much anticipated new supermarket has moved a step closer to reality with plans submitted to council. Developer Ken Scott has submitted a building permit application for the Whitelaw St supermarket, which will replace the old one which burnt down in March last year. The application, which was lodged with South Gippsland Shire Council last week, is the ﬁrst formal step in the development of the new store. The building will be leased from Mr Scott by Chris Bettles, who runs IGA supermarkets in Mirboo North and Foster. Mr Bettles said he was delighted to get the ball rolling on the project.

“I ’ getting i very exciting,” i i ” he h said. id “It’s “We’ve got the sign up on the block as well, so people going past will be able to see it is a reality.” A potential sticking point for the development was gaining rear access from a gravel road that runs between the South Gippsland Highway and the Great Southern Rail Trail. It was presumed to be rail trail land, but turned out to be controlled by the Department of Sustainability and Environment. Despite looking like a road, being called a road and being used as a road, the land was not categorised as such. But a deal between DSE and South Gippsland Shire Council should see the land sealed and be available for car parking and deliveries by semi trailers.

Young leaders L E O N G AT H A Primary School announced their school captains for 2010 last week. Tom McFarlane and Elly Egan are the captains, with Matt Minogue and Josie Rycks in the vice captain positions. They will be the ﬁnal captains at the Horn Street primary school site, as the 500-plus students will shift to the secondary college site next year. School captains, house captains, arts advisors and music captains were treated to a special morning tea in the staff room following an assembly.

House captains and vice captains: front: Herrald: Lauren Adams, Paige Matthews and Sam Forrester (absent Jarrod Hoy); second front: Hyland: Louise Bentley, Dean Thorson, Tim Sauvarin and Lisa Clarke; third front: Johnston: Mikaela Cornelissen, Louis Riseley, Maddi Wright and Hamish Bissett and back: Strzelecki Remi Ryan, Kaj Patterson and Felicity Warren (absent Brodie Chadwick).

New leadership: LPS captains Tom McFarlane and Elly Egan and vice captains Matt Minogue and Josie Rycks.

“I gives i d li ill have h “It us delivery access, we will semi trailers coming in and we couldn’t unload at the front,” Mr Bettles said. “It was a key stumbling block but we got over that.” The next step in the process is to gain approval for the building plans, which include a 480 square metre shop area and 26 car spaces at the rear of the property. “Once we have the building permit and there are no objections, we have to submit the plans to the shire for their approval,” Mr Bettles said. Up to 16 full time jobs will be created once the supermarket is opened later this year. Mr Bettles is hoping that the ﬁrst sod could be turned on the site by mid-year, with the ﬁrst customers through the checkout by November.

Big step: the planning application is being advertised on the site of the proposed supermarket inMeeniyan.

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Matriarch: birthday girl Jean Kelly presides over a family of 158 descendants. Some of them are her daughters Isabelle Peacock (left) and Barbara McMahon, sons Gilbert (left) and Graham Kelly and grandson Jason Kelly (centre). Gilbert and Jason are bakers. THE matriarch of the Korumburra Kelly clan turned 91 on Friday. It’s some clan; Jean has 158 descendants! And where better to celebrate such a milestone than with some of her family at Kelly’s Bakery? Jean Kelly loves cooking and admits to a sweet tooth. She was pleased to be at the bakery to watch the judging of the seventh bakery-sponsored great apple pie competition that runs in conjunction with the Korumburra Show. Not that she bakes too many pies herself these days. But she is a keen show entrant in the knitting, jams and sauces sections. There’s stiff competition on the latBED of Roses returned to our screens on Saturday night for the start of its second season. For those who were only watching to see which Meeniyan locals had made it on screen as “extras”, it was an interesting hour. Watching the scene shot outside Nick’s Garage said a lot about the

ter from her son Graham. “We ignore all the other entries,” he declared. “It’s her versus me, me versus her!” Graham uses his mother’s recipes, but swears they came to him by legitimate means. “She gave them to me.” Jean was born a Prosser, in Leongatha. Her parents were share farmers so they moved around the district. She and her husband Ken raised 10 children, seven sons and three daughters. She herself was one of ten, seven girls and three boys. “She thought she was pretty clever reversing the order,” said her daughter Isabelle Peacock.

production standards of the show. A distinctive looking extra was seen walking towards Kerry Armstrong as she took photos. The camera cut away and returned to Armstrong, along with the same bloke who was walking towards her again. Cut-away and return and he is doing the same thing

for a third time. Ah, well – it’s more fun than trying to swallow the plot. IT is not very often that the World Premiere for three short films is cost free, but that is what is happening in Meeniyan this coming Friday. The filming has been finished

and the editing completed and now it is time for Meeniyan to view its very own movie stars in the Australian Centre for the Moving Image [ACMI] short films that were made late last year. The Junior CFA members feature in one film and Bob Bloch and Frank Arndt are the stars of Life is What You Make It. A Day in the Life of a Dairy Farmer features locals Les and Louise Calder. There will also be some other entertainment and popcorn for the children and a light supper will be served. See you at the movies! LIFELINE is going online for the bushfire anniversary with online forums, just visit www. lifeline.org.au Following a natural disaster like Black Saturday and the devastation it caused, it is normal for people to feel a variety of emotions, like trauma, depression, grief and loss. Lifeline wants people to know that help is available, through their 24 hour telephone support service on 13 11 14, and now through their dedicated online discussion forums at www.lifeline.org.au – just follow the links. For details on various forum topics and times please refer to the advertisement in The Star this issue. CONGRATULATIONS Ruth Williams of Fish Creek on attaining your Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Ballarat University. Ruth is the daughter of Garry and Sylvia Williams of Korumburra. Ruth was educated at Korumburra High School, then attained a BA at Monash University and a BTeach (Hons) at the University of Melbourne. Dr Williams’ PhD thesis involved researching the adaptation and identity formation of refugees. She has had several articles published and has been approached to write for another academic publication. A PAIR of eagles was spotted at the top of a tree on the highway between

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THE hills were alive with the gentle noises of snow pea picking on Saturday morning. This paddock between Leongatha and Mirboo North, near the Strzelecki Highway, was a hive of activity, creating a pretty picture for travellers. Inverloch and Leongatha on Friday morning. By the time an intrepid Star reporter had leapt out of her car with camera in hand, the birds had ﬂown away across the paddock.

etry and verse that was played in between Music Hall acts. The whole ﬁnal bracket, including

about six songs, was The Shardies, which was the evening’s highlight.

ST Joseph’s Primary School at Korumburra has teamed up with St Vincent De Paul Society to offer a breakfast club at the school. Parents are needed to help run the club by preparing toast and fruit for breakfast on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you can spare 45 minutes, contact the school on 5655 2040. DO you want to be involved in a community service activity with a friendly group? Lyric Theatre is seeking a ticket secretary to oversee the sale of tickets and rostering of volunteers for their two major shows per year. Would suit a retired couple or any two persons to share the role. We welcome your enquiries to Sheryl Harris on 5662 2786 or 0438 056 975. THE Meeniyan tavern night on Saturday was an interesting mix. Some quite slow and original guitar solos, then three 14-year-olds with heavy duty Green Day, an opera singer and Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks’ ﬁrst night doing bits from his area of interest, Victorian and Edwardian snippets of po-

ARTIST Tom Tyrrell (San Remo) thought he’d stop for a spot of painting on his way home from the Korumburra Art Show on Saturday where he won the best local exhibition. The Star captured Tom on the side of the Bass Highway on the edge of Leongatha with his ﬁnished work. “The sky was the thing that got me,” he said.

Work’s underway: Leongatha’s Target store is expanding.

TARGET Country in Leongatha is getting bigger. Recently a neighbouring building, previously occupied by The South Gippsland Sentinel-Times, was demolished. It will allow the popular department store to expand its product range. Reports tip the work will be completed at the end of June with minimal disruption for shoppers.

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Shire council wants revenue Good news THERE have been two events in South Gippsland this week that underscore the stability and strength of this district and bode well for its future. One was the announcement of a $2.1million State-funded electricity upgrade to Burra Foods that will take the factory into the export milk powder market, lifting its annual turnover to $163million. At a time when the dairy industry is still trying to claw its way out of significant downturn, the multi-million dollar milk powder plant is a huge vote of confidence. Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers described it as a “Goliath”, adding the growth will continue. The other happening was the 20th anniversary yesterday of the Leongatha Probus Club. On the face of it, it’s not in the league of the Burra Foods upgrade. But with 113 of the more senior members of our community attending the celebratory lunch at the Dakers Centre, it’s an indication our folk in their third age are keeping themselves engaged, fulfilled and mentally stimulated. And that has to be a good thing. The Stony Creek Football Club ladies did the catering, thus helping a younger group stay active and represent the community on the sporting field. A positive week all round.

Listen here THE State Government has washed its hands of the rental crisis that has started to grip Wonthaggi. It appears it is desperately hoping that if it ignores the problem it will go away. The bad news, Mr Brumby, is that the spectre of homeless local families being left in the street in favour of highly paid desalination workers will haunt the government throughout this election year. The Altona by-election should have been shot across the bows of the Labor Government. But hubris is rarely noticed by those afﬂicted by it. Jeff Kennett learnt the price of not listening to Victorians. Mr Brumby had best clean out his ears.

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IT concerns me the South Gippsland Shire Council is determined to take infringement fines by stealth from its elderly citizens and parents picking up and dropping off their children to the Korumburra Primary School, along Wrenches Lane. Which other primary and secondary schools does this Council plague and how far will this Council and its management go to increase its revenue base? This answer can be observed around this school and its local residents. It was recently reported that an elderly widow, resident Mrs Mavis Wrench received an infringement fine of $117 on December 2 2009 for parking her vehicle along this roadway, her only exit and entry driveway to her home. The fine imposed was definitely unjust, unfair and a breach of good governance by this Council by providing no free parking bays for the residents to exit and enter their properties, and deliberately allocating no parking bays for parents to drop off and pick up their school children in the mornings and afternoons. This Council, under the direction of the CEO Mr. Tim Tamlin is desperate to raise as much revenue for this Council as possible at the expense of their community members. In reference to these infringement fines imposed on these parents and local residents, it has been stated by Mrs Marion Harding, a local resident, ratepayer and parent that parents are forced to continually drive along Wrenches Lane and around the block to wait and pick up their children from school.

Smoke-free THE decision by Frankston City Council to trial Victoria’s ﬁrst smoke-free outdoor shopping strips represents a fabulous win and a way forward for all local communities. In recent years we’ve seen local governments look to protect the health of their citizens by enacting more smokefree environments including entrances to public buildings, beaches and playgrounds. These actions recognise that it’s dangerous and deadly to subject people - especially children - to second-hand tobacco smoke in areas where people carry out their normal

Paul Richardson and Mavis Wrench.

I have been informed due to the heavy traffic along the lane after school, parents if stationary waiting for their children are fined regularly by this Council and forced to drive around the block until their children see the cars, enter them and drive off. Why hasn’t this Council made specific parking bays for its residents and parents to stop for specific periods of time or allocate other spaces on the opposite side of this school? It is time this money grabbing practice by this Council ceased altogether and provided free space for its local community members. How about it Mr CEO and Councillors? Why don’t you pay the fines from

activities. Smoke-free environments enjoy very high levels of support in the community even among smokers. Many surveys show smoke-free laws in restaurants, bars, indoor shopping centres and gambling venues are supported. The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) has been a major supporter of the ﬁght against smoking over the past two decades. In this time, adult smoking prevalence in Victoria has reduced from 34 per cent to 17 per cent. Although a lot of progress has been made, smoking remains the leading avoidable cause of many cancers, respiratory, cardiovascular and other diseases.

Should the drinking age be raised to 21?

What for, they are only going to drink anyway? What’s it going to achieve? It’s like smoking; if they are going to smoke they are going to smoke. Louise Poynton Phillip Island

No, at 18 they’re allowed to vote. It’s not good them binge drinking, but how can you stop them when they’re old enough to vote. John Campbell Cairns

In Victoria, smoking costs approximately 4000 lives and $5 billion each and every year. It’s good to see Frankston Council working to protect children from tobacco smoke at the same time as encouraging discussion among young people about whether it’s cool to start smoking. The Frankston shopping strip trial shows a local council putting the health of their citizens ﬁrst by creating more smokefree public environments. It’d be great for the good health of our local communities if all local governments can follow this lead. Todd Harper Chief Executive Ofﬁcer VicHealth

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No, I don’t think so. Twentyone is too late. Michael Watson Glen Forbes

your own allowances and salaries, given the fact the CEO earns approximately $340,000 per annum, enough to pay all the ﬁnes with plenty over. I encourage all parents at this school to contact me on 9708 0875, mobile; 0408 537 874 and email pjrs3@optusnet. com.au who have been ﬁned by this Shire Council for picking up and dropping off their children at the Korumburra Primary School and recommend they forward correspondence to the CEO Mr Tim Tamlin, the mayor, Cr Jim Fawcett and their ward councillors stating their dissatisfaction over the conduct and actions of this Shire Council. Paul Richardson JP C48 Community Watchdog.

As a parent yes; as an 18-yearold no. I think better control of drinking hours will be more effective than raising the drinking age. Ain Utt Portarlington

THERE would have been hand shakes and restrained back slapping in state parliament last week as the government ticked off one more successful policy execution. They can now boast that water has ﬂowed down the pipeline from north of the divide to supplement supplies of Melbourne residents who have had to live with 3A water restrictions for … is it one year or two? This follows their successful deepening of Port Phillip Bay to enable bigger boats to bring more stuff into Melbourne. Opposition to these massive projects has been swept aside, ignored, belittled in the name of what’s needed for Melbourne residents and the economy. This government is dismissive of arguments about environmental loss, or they pluck out statements that are hollow in substance, but may sound

convincing to members of the community who do not have time or expertise to keep fully informed about these complex issues. So let us remind ourselves of the substance and spin surrounding environmental loss and the world’s second largest desalination plant. Whales are just one group which will be impacted. Minister Garrett gave approval for this project because he was told whales might occasionally be in the vicinity. Yet nearly 50 whales (including endangered species) were sighted off the coastline here in a three month period in 2009! In correspondence to both Minister Garrett and the state government, I have claimed that 30 tonnes of waste (marine plants and animals) will be created each day – because everything that gets sucked into the four metre diameter pipe will die. No one in government has disputed this. I expect there have already been handshakes and restrained backslapping as they believe they have successfully ridden over opponents of this desalination plant and their credible, informed arguments. I ask Premier Brumby, Ministers Holding and Garrett, who among you is standing up for the billions of creatures that make up our marine environment? Do you know or care about what is going to be lost? Truth, not spin please. Aileen Vening Inverloch

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Warm welcome for Minister ABOUT a month in the State Government job, the Minister for Community Development Lily D’Ambrosio strolled through her meet-andgreet entrance in relaxed mode and delivered a speech peppered with researched background and good will. There were no complaints from the gathered throng at the Korumburra Indoor Recreation Centre, subject of a major grant and renovations, and there were many. South Gippsland Shire Councillor Bob Newton, Kieran Kennedy and Jeanette Harding were present as well as Mayor Jim Fawcett. Council ofﬁcers included the chief execu-

tive Tim Tamlin, sustainability director Andrew McEwen, engineering manager Tony Price and building co-ordinator Alister Fixter. A strong contingent of Korumburra Lions Club members were led by club president Marilyn Newton. Korumburra builder David Enbom presented the building plans for the upgrades to the centre. The Committee of Management president Trevor Rickard thanked the Minister for her Government support. He said although the centre was a sports facility (there’s basketball, volleyball, netball, soccer and indoor cricket), by upgrading the lower court with a dedicated stage it would become more than that. “The centre has also served as a civic hall on many occa-

Long record: Tony Cuzzupi (centre) is celebrating 20 years in business in Wonthaggi. With him are his younger daughter Sarah and son-in-law James Chetcuti. James is married to Tony and Teresa’s other daughter, Victoria. The Chetcutis have ﬁve children.

Car yard that grew AS Tony Cuzzupi looks back on 20 years in business in Wonthaggi, he reﬂects on a number of things: The support of his wife Teresa. The backing of his customers, many of them long-standing. His staff and the work they do. The 10,000 or so cars that he has sold. And the fact that when he started, “I still had black hair!” That sense of humour and ability to laugh at himself equate to a genial personality that has made Tony an integral part of the South Gippsland community. And that involvement has resulted in an estimated $200,000 worth of sponsorship to a wide variety of sporting bodies, schools and organisations. Tony is a past president of the Wonthaggi Business Association and was a driving force behind the town’s Italian Festa. When he and Teresa started out in a small showroom opposite Safeway in Murray Street, they began a tradition that remains

today. If a woman buys a car from the business, she is presented with a bouquet of ﬂowers. Men receive a bottle of wine. “That’s just something we do to thank people for their business,” said Tony. “We appreciate people keeping their business local.” Tony admits the move to Wonthaggi was a gamble. He was working in the parts and service section of a Toyota dealership in Ferntree Gully when he and Teresa were thinking of taking on a small dealership of their own. “Toyota said look at the possibilities and we preferred this one.” The reaction from some was, “What on earth are you doing?” But Tony and Teresa haven’t looked back. They opened Wonthaggi Toyota with three staff. Now there are closer to 30. The Murray Street showroom is long gone and Wonthaggi Toyota and Wonthaggi Holden now straddle a large site on the Melbourne entrance to a rapidly growing town.

Hall inspection: from left, Minister D’Ambrosio, committee president Trevor Rickard and builder David Enbom inspected the lower court where the major upgrades will take place. sions and for many purposes, from Lions Club debutante balls to Battle of the Bands events,” Mr Rickard said. “It is the only facility that

can accommodate a large crowd as a social and cultural venue.” Minister D’Ambrosio announced a grant of $98,125 for the centre, saying, “This is the

only large, multi-purpose facility in the region. This will continue to beneﬁt the community in the years to come.” She announced $2400 towards upgrading the Korumburra Girl Guide and Scout Hall. Both grants were gratefully accepted. Mavis McConnell, district leader of the Girl Guides in Korumburra said the funds would be used to pay for the disabled toilet and shower facility being installed, among other things. The Minister was not the only person to donate funds. The Korumburra Lions Club upped its funding towards the centre from an original $15,000 to $25,000, Mr Rickard said. Although the Bendigo Bank is regarded as the centre’s major sponsor, Mr Rickard said the Lions Club was behind the

initiative that led to the major funding round. “The Lions club came to us and said they’d like to pay for the lining of the lower court. That was 18 months ago, when they came with a donation of $15,000. The board decided to increase that amount to $25,000 at its meeting last night (February 8),” Mr Rickard said. With another $88,125 from the Committee of Management and $10,000 from South Gippsland council, the Lions Club pledge puts the funding of the $196,250 centre well into the black. Construction work on the lining, insulation and dedicated stage will take place during the June/July period and is scheduled to be completed before the sports season start up again.

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It’s show time

Ready to ride: sisters Sophie and Rebecca Lunn (Leongatha) on the merrygo-round.

MORE than 2000 people headed to the Korumburra show for some good old country fun on Saturday. Handling snakes and watching motorcycle jumping were among the highlights. Local musicians, animal nursery, Beaut Ute show, showgirls, cattle and side show rides also kept the crowd entertained. Horse and exhibition pavilion entries increased at the 115th Korumburra show. New residents of the area are taking the opportunity to participate in the event. A ﬁreworks display on Saturday night and more horses on Sunday completed the weekend.

Horse experience: Sarah Joyce (Jumbunna) sponsored by Barastoc and Ellie Miller (Inverloch).

Cuteness everywhere: Scott Mackie (Meeniyan) leads Tassie with his sister Jasmine and Zali Deenen (Leongatha South).

Ford Courier: Chris Wolswinkel (Mirboo North), Travis McAlpine (ute owner from Leongatha) and Gavin Crockford (Stony Creek).

Successful morning: Jade Falcone from Nyora at the show.

Family affair: Miss Korumburra showgirl Tahlia (aged 7) and her sister Cassie (aged 5) who won the Little Miss Korumburra showgirl.

Win: Clayton Bawden (Leongatha) leads grand champion dairy cow, Coribass Skyfame CoconutET, owned by Darren Staley and Lou Seuren of Fish Creek.

Veteran breeder: David Holden (West Creek) with his bantam that won champion hard feather.

Animal skill: Thomas Mendes (San Remo) with his charge.

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THE Northern Territory is one of Australia’s great destinations for many overseas tourists. They are fascinated with Aboriginal culture and love buying their distinctive art. In past decades, non-indigenous Australians have mainly come to the Top End for the awe-inspiring landscape, but recent tours have opened up the scope with travel opportunities to explore and appreciate Aboriginal culture. “For years tourists have taken general tours to the Northern Territory, Central and Northern Australia that touched on all the sightseeing destinations people came to expect. They watched wildlife and looked at rock art,” Jill Carmody, of Jetset Leongatha said. “But these days tours venture out a lot further and examine Aboriginal culture close-up. It is interesting that non-indigenous Australians know less about our own Aboriginal people than we know about others. When we travel overseas we want to learn about the culture of the people in those countries, but for a long time we’ve taken the culture of our own Aboriginals for granted.” Jill said to learn about the culture of the people who live here will “hopefully lead to a greater appreciation of our indigenous culture”. Having been born in South Australia, Jill said she’d been “fortunate being exposed to Aboriginal communities in my childhood.

Northern experience: experiencing Aboriginal culture will give a greater appreciation of how indigenous Australian live in the country’s north. For details, call Jetset Leongatha on 5662 3601. “The six-day tour by Territory Discoveries can explain much. It is one thing to see things on television, but it’s another thing to actually experience them and gain a better understanding,” Jill said. Territory Discoveries travel all of

the Northern Territory, which is home to World Heritage-listed Uluru and Kakadu National Parks. The Northern Territory is also famous for its indigenous art, particularly in Central Australia. Every art piece contains a story,

passed down through generations over tens of thousands of years. It’s in this way that Aboriginal traditions stay alive: through the wood grains, along the bark or seeping into the canvas. The six-day discover Aboriginal Art and Culture tour will visit six remote Aboriginal Communities, including a visit to the Papunya Community, and visiting many of the region’s finest art distribution facilities, a true interactive Aboriginal cultural experience. Territory Discoveries and Jetset Leongatha can help you plan your trip. In a world that is constantly changing, it’s refreshing to know that there are still places that are left untouched. Places where you can slow down and experience nature, far away from the typical tourist trail. Australia’s Northern Territory is home to a myriad of trekking, hiking and walking adventures and tours that simply take your breath away and leave you wanting more. One trekking expedition is the Larapinta Trail, one of the greatest desert treks on earth. The tour starts at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, which marks the beginning of the Larapinta Trail. The first walk gives you a feeling for trekking toward the desert ranges. Over the three days you will explore the rugged Simpson’s Gap, Standley Chasm loop Walk, a five-kilometre ridge walk to Count’s Point from where can be seen the four highest peaks west of The Great Dividing Range and you will see

some amazing scenery and wildlife. Lastly, what better way than to travel to the Northern Territory on the world famous Ghan. The Ghan Top End Experience is a journey across Australia combined with the scenic beauty of the Top End’s natural wonders and is not to be missed. Enjoy three nights exploring the tropical capital of Darwin, take in that laid back feel so many crave in this highly stressed world. Edged with palm trees and a shimmering blue ocean, blood orange sunsets and buzzing markets with many cultures. Relax and witness a magnificent sunset on a cruise with sparkling wine and delicious Territory style food. Darwin is the gateway to innumerable treasures. Enjoy the plunging waterfalls surrounded by lush monsoon forest on your day tour to Litchfield National Park. You’ll have a chance to dip your body in crystal clear plunge pools and spy the unusual magnetic termite mounds. Travel onboard The Ghan on this special offer of free upgrade from Red Service Sleeper to Gold Service Sleeper on the journey from Darwin to Adelaide. With its quirky characters, authentic Aboriginal experiences and awe-inspiring natural beauty, the Northern Territory is definitely worth a thought when planning your next adventure. For more information or bookings, call Jetset Leongatha on 5662 3601.

Insulator in the gun By Matt Dunn A COMPANY offering South Gippslanders ‘free’ roof insulation has defended itself against allegations of improper practices. Care Green has been named several times by people relating stories to The Star about dodgy insulation installers. Korumburra resident Norm Alger recently had work done by the company under the Federal Government’s Energy Efﬁcient Homes Package. The troubled schemed has been plagued by allegations of rorting and unsafe work practices that have led to the deaths of four workers interstate. While the company offered a ‘free’ job (with the Federal Government picking up the tab on work valued up to $1200), workers came back demanding more money after they completed the task. “They put it in and about an hour later I got a phone call. They wanted me to meet them outside and they asked me for $100 for another two workers who were bringing bats to the house,” Mr Alger told The Star. “They wanted $100 for delivery fees. So I said, ‘Get up in the bloody roof and pull it out. You’ll get nothing out of me.’ “They said, ‘Oh no, you’ve got to pay us.’ I said: ‘I’ll give you bloody nothing. You pull it out.’ So off they went and that’s the last I ever heard of them.” Another Korumburra couple, who chose to remain anonymous, had a similarly unhappy experience with the company. “We hadn’t seen them before. They

said that they’d do the job. They walked through the house and then they said we would owe them $700,” the woman said. “My husband told them we weren’t interested. We didn’t know the full story of what the rebate was or anything. They said, would you do $400? We said, no. “We were a little bit annoyed then and we told them no. They then asked whether we’d give them $100. We said, ‘No, just go.’ They left, but then came back and said they’d do it for nothing.” The couple has not seen anyone from the company since. Care Green operations manager Mohammad Khalid acknowledged that “there are some complaints” about the conduct of the company. “From the last month I’ve told all my staff, do not go and ask people for the money,” he said. Leader of The Nationals Peter Ryan said about eight people had come to see him about dodgy insulation installers. Mr Ryan said some of the insulators had asked for extra money, while others had done poor jobs or not turned up to do the work. “For those elderly members of the community, it’s been very troubling, because it’s a substantial worry to them, of course,” he said. “Now we’ve had this announcement from the Federal Government about these 48,000 audits having to be undertaken. I’ve got no doubt I’m going to be getting more calls from people who, understandably, are very worried how that impacts on them and who pays for it, when it’s going to be done and by whom.

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Painting workshops: Renae Littlejohn and local artist Bob Hickman have teamed up to provide new painting workshops on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Art Zillery. Bob said the workshops were designed for beginners to experienced painters, with the emphasis on a relaxed, fun and enjoyable environment. For enquiries call Renae on 0428 686 250.

Expert knowledge: Stuart Slee is the one to see for all your cooling services, including air conditioning and refrigeration.

Left, International ﬂavour: it’s international night every Saturday and Sunday evenings at McCartin’s Hotel for one month. Book your Tastes of the World encounter now by phoning the hotel on 5662 2015. Pictured from left are hotel chefs Kara Schelling and Rose O’Halloran.

Horn Street: Motor-Ag of Leongatha is the home for a big range of tractors and farm machinery.

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It’s your RSL THE RSL is there for everyone. That’s the message the league wants to give out in the lead-up to its inaugural State-wide open day. The Leongatha sub branch will carry the banner by joining in the event on Sunday February 28, between 10am and 4pm. Members of the South Gippsland Historical Automobile Club will have vintage cars on display in the RSL car park and Ulysses Motorcycle Club members will be there too. Young Carly Hays, who starred at the Korumburra Buskers Festival, will provide entertainment in the afternoon. The sub branch is also offering a sausage sizzle. “The idea is to let people know what the RSL does,” said sub branch secretary Anne Davies.

“The club is not just for service people, it’s for everyone. “We will have the venue open and people are invited to come in and have a look.” The Leongatha RSL has a large bistro, lounge/bar area, extensive displays of war memorabilia and a separate area for its poker machines. A library where patrons can sit quietly to read or undertake research, will open soon. State RSL president Major General David McLachlan, who was in Leongatha late last year to ofﬁcially open extensions to the RSL rooms, commended the open day initiative. “It will give us the opportunity to help the public understand that, of course they are welcome at our sub branches and debunk some of the

perceptions that it is a place only for veterans of war. “I hope the public takes this opportunity to come and visit us.” The RSL was established 90 years ago to serve the interests of returned servicemen and women. It has since become much more than that. Mr McLachlan said that every year, the Victorian RSL network undertakes more than a million volunteer hours in communities across Victoria, equating to about $24 million in volunteered time. On top of that, over $8 million is contributed through welfare, gifts, sponsorships and cash and in-kind donations. The RSL offers a range of membership options.

Here’s cheers: Ricky McNaughton, Louise Christopher (centre) and Margie Thomas look forward to welcoming lots of visitors to the Leongatha RSL’s ﬁrst open day on February 28.

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UP IT GOES!

By Chris Brown

Desal details By Jane Ross

DETAILS of the Wonthaggi desalination community liaison meetings are set to become more public.

DEVELOPMENTS at St Laurence O’Toole Primary School in Leongatha are “going beautifully”. Principal Robyn Halliwell said the P21 program, incorporating the upgrade to the hall with the construction of a dance/drama/music facility, conference room, toilets and kitchen, was on schedule. “The framework is nearly completed, that’s all looking wonderful and we’re very excited about the prospects,” she said early last week. The hall upgrade should be ﬁnished in June. Final decisions on the kitchen layout and colours are being decided by the St Laurence’s building committee. The work is not causing any disruptions to the smooth running of the school day at St Laurence’s. “We’re very fortunate. The work isn’t really where we have classrooms,” Ms Halliwell said. The Federal Government’s National Schools Pride Program at the school was completed a fortnight ago with the completion of a playground shade sail. Asphalting, fencing, a playground and shade sail were all part of the $125,000 program.

The group has had a number of gatherings since it was formed late last year. Bass Coast representative Neville Goodwin told The Star that so far, these had been taken up with members ﬁnding out about the plant’s construction. He said he had been criticised in the community for having raised in one of the liaison group meetings, the negative nature of local press publicity about the plant. Liaison group chairman John Nicol said he was “very keen” to make sure information from the meetings went out to the public. He conceded that not all people owned a computer nor had the skills to access a government website where minutes of liaison meetings are posted. Mr Nicol told The Star that from the next meeting on, he intended to schedule time for each community representative to make comment. “It is our duty to understand the progress of the work (on construction) and any particular complaints so that we are aware of community concerns.” The group meets monthly.

On track: a large crane puts the metal framework in place for the St Laurence’s hall upgrade early last week.

A fishing disgrace ANGLERS will have to put up with a substandard fish cleaning table at Inverloch for some time to come. Bass Coast Shire Council is responsible for the table on the jetty by the boat ramp but a replacement is not budgeted for this financial year. The table has rotting timber boards and the metal frame has corroded. Council spokesperson Rachael Millar said council may consider replacing the table in the 2010-11 budget. “If we make a saving on a project, then we may have money to upgrade it earlier,” she said. Angler Charlie Deering believes the wooden table would be “full of bacteria”. “People are shocked by the state of it. The council spends money on attracting tourists but they’ve got this falling down,” he said. “I would not put any fish I caught on that table. It’s made of five ply. It should be made from stainless steel.”

Sad state: the crumbling ﬁsh cleaning table on the Inverloch jetty.

June a dinner speaker FORMER Star editor June Alexander is the dinner speaker at a free forum for Gippsland women. Called New Me New World, the forum will be held at the Regent Theatre Yarram on March 18 and 19. The aim is to bring together women from Gippsland. Sponsors include South Gippsland Shire Council, Relationships Australia, the Yarram Lions Club and the Gippsland Women’s Health Service. June will attend the forum after ﬂying in from the London launch of her book My Kid is Back, the ﬁrst of a number she is writing about

eating disorders. One of those is the story of her own life. June has made a remarkable recovery from anorexia and bulimia and since leaving The Star in 2007, has devoted her energies to trying to help sufferers and their families. She does not want others to tread the same lonely path that she has experienced and is keen to spread the message that families play a vital role in recovery. June has won a scholarship to attend an eating disorders event in Europe later this year. Her talk is titled A Gippslander’s journey to the international stage. The forum’s keynote speaker will be Pau-

la Constant, an international explorer who walked from Trafalgar Square London to Morocco. Her epic adventure covered 12,000kms through eight countries, including a 3000km trek across the Western Sahara Desert with a local guide and four camels. This involved learning Arabic and living among the Saharan nomads. She crossed the Sahara on foot from west to east to raise funds for breast cancer research. As well as the two inspiring speakers, there will be workshops about nutrition, legal rights, relaxation techniques, and budgeting. To register contact Carol Kavanagh at carol. kavanagh@y7mail.com or phone 5182 6995. Registrations close on Monday March 10.

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Ryan not complacent By Brad Lester GIPPSLAND South MLA Peter Ryan has vowed not to take the electorate for granted at this year’s polls, despite representing the region since 1992.

Mr Ryan, who recently marked 10 years as leader of the Victorian Nationals, has promised constituents he will enter this year’s state election aware his political career hinges on the outcome. “I’m not taking Gippsland South for granted, I am absolutely unrelenting on that point with my parliamentary team,” he said. “We are in Parliament to represent the people who put us there and those people who may not have put us there. We have an absolute commitment to that.” Mr Ryan also declared the Nationals remained a party relevant to rural Victoria. “I believe the choir (saying the Nationals are irrelevant) will start up in the next few months, but they are singing out of tune, because the National Party has been in Parliament in Victoria since 1917,” he said. The party won the Labor stronghold of Morwell at the last state election and also took

Mildura. In 2002, the Nationals reclaimed Benalla, handing Labor its first defeat since assuming government in 1999. “We have needed to adapt and I have driven that because unless we are relevant to people, they are not going to support us,” Mr Ryan said. “The party has a strong future and I’m proud of the fact that we carry as much clout as we do in Parliament. The recent polls show the Coalition is ahead of the government and that is a reflection of the work that has been done.” The former lawyer nominated regional development, health, education and police numbers as among his priority issues in the lead up to the election on November 27. Mr Ryan believes the government should focus development in country areas rather than expanding Melbourne’s urban growth zone and concentrating the population there. “If we encourage people to live with us, there will be strong economical benefits. It will be great for communities like Yarram, Foster and Leongatha,” he said. Pursuing a new hospital for Leongatha heads Mr Ryan’s health agenda. “That building has gone way beyond its use-by-date. Ongoing discussions are now at

a delicate stage but at the end of the day, we must have a new hospital and I intend to see that through,” he said. “Dr Iser and the medical group at Foster are expanding facilities there and they would like to see more trainees at the medical centre, maybe through a registrar program.” Mr Ryan welcomed government investment in the new Leongatha Primary School and hoped to see more improvements across the electorate. Restoration of the Long Jetty at Port Welshpool remains a personal passion for Mr Ryan. He has written to Environment Minister Gavin Jennings requesting he commission a ﬁnal assessment of the cost of restoring the jetty. As the Opposition spokesman for police and emergency services, Mr Ryan will push for more police on the streets. “Our police do a wonderful job but we need more of them and we will be making an announcement about numbers before the election,” he said.

Not resting: Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan wants to continue to serve.

Lakeside nuptials THE Point on Albert Park Lake was the setting for the evening ceremony and reception to celebrate the marriage of Monique McDonald and Brad Newman on December 19, 2009. Monique is the only daughter of Graeme and Dorothy McDonald of Mt Waverley, and Brad is the eldest son of Ken and Ruth Newman of Red Hill, formerly of Leongatha. Guests travelled from Darwin, Hamilton Island, the Gold Coast, Newcastle and Sydney to share their day. Monique looked stunning in an ivory gown with crystal detail, lace straps, and a low V back lined with lace and a detachable train. She wore an ivory ﬂower hair piece in her hair and carried dusty pink roses. Lifelong friends Kate and Claire were Monique’s attendants and looked beautiful in long embossed dusty pink strapless gowns. They too carried dusty pink roses. Brad was attended by his school friend Matt Calder, who now lives on Hamilton Island, and his brother Scott. The men wore charcoal grey dinner suits, Brad wearing a silver tie, and the groomsmen wearing dusty pink ties. Monique and Brad have made their home in Glen Waverley and plan to honeymoon in Thailand later this year. (Photograph compliments of Paul Fitzgerald Photography)

Red Cross returns Invy CWA news RED Cross is returning to Wonthaggi with a regional lunch at the Wonthaggi Workman’s Club on Monday, March 1.

IT was a good start to the New Year on February 9 for Inverloch CWA.

South Gippsland Region chairman for Red Cross, Les Ridge says it is hoped to re-establish the Red Cross Unit in Wonthaggi and attract more emergency services volunteers in the Wonthaggi area. Victorian State Manager for Red Cross Emergency Services, Adam Dent will speak at the regional lunch about his experiences from the Black Saturday bushﬁres and the importance of being prepared for disasters. Mr Ridge says “It would be great if we could get a Redi-Support Team in Wonthaggi”. Anyone wishing to attend the lunch should phone the ticket secretary on 5678 8251 by Monday, February 22. Cheques should be made payable to the Woodleigh Vale Red Cross Unit, P.O. Box 44, Grantville, 3984. All money raised will be donated to Red Cross Calling in March.

President Joyce Ingle welcomed three new members, Annie McBain, Sheral Parker and Dorothy Gilfillan. Craft leader Pat Griggs taught the ladies how to make a mouse out of felt, which will be finished at the next meeting. Joy Pollard, Isabelle Butterfield and Dorothy Riddiford celebrated birthdays.

Meals roster (Leongatha) St Laurence Primary School, Leongatha Red Cross and South Coast Christian College will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning February 22, 2010.

Best bloom was jointly won by Joy Pollard and Phyllis O’Dea, with second place to Joyce Ingle and Isabelle Butterﬁeld. The “hip and knees” girls are doing well. International reporter Marg White told us more of the history of Tonga. We ﬁnished the day with the usual afternoon tea, delicious as ever. The meeting closed with the Motto.

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Executive decisions

doing a training needs analysis. People have said they haven’t had sufﬁcient training in their job and they have learnt all their skills on the job and they are looking to further themselves with more training, and we are looking at providing that opportunity, and provide career paths as best we can.

SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council chief executive Tim Tamlin has been in the role for about three months, having taken over from the prematurely departed Paul Bawden.

So training and career paths haven’t been a feature of council operations previously? Not enough of a feature as they duly deserve.

How are you settling in? I suppose it has been an overwhelming experience settling into a new role. The welcome I received from everyone has been fantastic ... now I am about three months in I am getting out and meeting the community in different places.

Is this all about getting the best out of the people you have here. Yeah, spot on. But not only that, then we will become an employer of choice where people want to come here.

What are you hearing out there? There’s a heap of concerns still on the C48, but that seems to be tracking pretty well. What is the biggest challenge you are facing in taking over the CEO role? Just the job itself. It’s really busy, just keeping up with all the things going on. Did you expect otherwise? No, I didn’t expect otherwise, but when you get in it, you just think ‘Wow’. Some days you don’t even have time to get a drink of water it is that busy. You just have to stop and say ‘Hold it for ﬁve minutes, I’m going to get a drink’. There are so many things going on – it might be a review or an approval of tender, then it might be a matter to do with something speciﬁc with a councillor or the state government is making an inquiry – who knows? It might be someone with a parking ticket inquiry. It can be anything from the really little things to high-level strategic things. Is dealing with parking tickets something you should be spending your time on? Once it has got to a fairly high level within the organisation, they eventually get through to here. And that is my role as well, to provide an independent review level. Mr Tamlin commutes daily from Pakenham, where he lives with his wife

and three teenage children. He said he is coping well with the demands of council’s top job and almost two hours in the car each day. If you look at the travel time for me here, it is equivalent or better to going from where I used to live to Springvale. I do not miss driving on the Monash. I moved into local government because of the work/ life balance. When I was working in the private sector, there was a three month period when I was only home for 12 nights and at that stage my kids were in the four, ﬁve and six range and were asking their mum “who is that?”. So I had to make a change and started working for local government. Are there elements of the way South Gippsland Shire Council operates that you don’t like? The beauty of being the CEO is if there is something there that, in quotation marks ‘I don’t like’, I can set out to change it.

Are you doing that? I am doing a systemic review of all the systems, processes and procedures within council, which is consuming a hell of a lot of time. Are the systems and processes of the shire up to 2010 Victorian municipal standards? Not every system, process and procedure is, but I don’t think there is a council in Victoria that would be. So there are great opportunities to information share with other councils, so I have actually pursued activities like that with staff from within council and from staff from where I came from at the City of Greater Dandenong. We’re looking at different systems and procedures about disaster management recovery for our IT recovery systems, where Dandenong is very advanced and we can learn from them in their ﬁeld. Do you think South Gippsland Shire Council is held in high esteem

by people in the municipality? It depends on who you talk to. You’ve been out and about – what’s the feeling? We had an email to a planner the other day which said what a great job they are doing and another email that wasn’t so happy, so it depends on the issue. Unfortunately people take council staff on in a personal nature instead of an official officer capacity. We are here to support the community and as part of that, we have the nasty job of regulation. A five year contract should see Mr Tamlin in the CEO’s chair until at least 2014. He said one of his hopes is that nobody notices when he leaves. I want this place to function so that if I walk out the door and disappear for two weeks, it goes on without me even being here. I want everyone to have the freedom, accountability, support and the correct tools and skills to do their job. There’s areas that are not like that now so we are

From pages past One year ago, February 17, 2009 Established Gippsland investment company, South Eastern Secured Investments, has entered receivership, resulting in $178 million worth of assets being frozen, affecting thousands of investors. ***** The Woolamai Cup horse racing meeting has raised $27,000 for the Victorian Bushﬁre Appeal by attracting one of the largest crowds on record. The cup was won by Palisander. Five years ago, February 15, 2005 Dollar resident Jennifer Marchinton has transformed her ute into an anti-windfarm slogan machine by painting words declaring her stance. Her messages included “Greed, lies, deception, corruption, bribery” and “No turbines. No wind power stations near homes”.

***** The new indoor aquatic centre in Leongatha has been ofﬁcially opened by Victorian Sports Minister, Justin Madden. He may have been a former Carlton footballer, but this time Olympian George Jelbart took the sporting kudos by winning the commemorative relay race in a canoe. 10 years ago, February 15, 2000 Leongatha mechanic Mick Samson has won a boot full of trophies with his 1965 Mustang, after entering his ﬁrst competition. He won numerous awards at the Traralgon Hot Rod Show. ***** The 114th anniversary of the proclamation of the Inverloch township has been celebrated with a re-enactment of the moment the Governor of Victoria, Sir Henry Brougham Loch,

Is that an issue? I don’t believe so, but it could be improved on. South Gippsland Shire Council has an unfortunate habit of losing its chief executives in recent years. Many wondered who would apply for a job that seemed to offer the job security of a bomb disposal expert. Mr Tamlin said he was reassured by what he saw before he took the chair. You hear different things in the industry. It was important for me before I came here, I attended a couple of council meetings so I could see them in operation and see how they work and I was very comfortable with what I saw. I looked at the size of the organisation, the different systems and what was available on the internet, the customer survey responses and what people were saying about South Gippsland and I saw an organisation that I thought, yes, I can go in and make a difference and it would ﬁt very well with me.

Did you come to a conclusion about why council has been through so many CEOs in such a short space of time? I was looking at where we are today and I was looking to the future. The past is ﬁnished.

If we don’t learn from the past we are condemned to repeat it, which might mean we farewell you in about 18 months. I don’t think so. I’m enjoying it too much.

Historical snippets from The Star

presented a scroll declaring Anderson Inlet – now Inverloch – to be a township. More than 70 people gathered at the Inverloch Community Centre for a chicken and champagne breakfast to mark the event.

30 years ago, February 19, 1980 A bantam entered by a 13-yearold boy from Wonthaggi has won the title of champion bird at this year’s Leongatha Show. Peter Pryde was delighted with his ﬁrst championship win and was chuffed to learn his bird also won best soft feather bantam. ***** Nurse Eileen Wisdom celebrated her 50th birthday at work but on the other side of the fence. She was a patient at Woorayl District Memorial Hospital on the day and enjoyed many visits, including from colleagues – regularly, of course.

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Idyllic and private country laneway position yet a short drive into Mirboo North. 4 bedrooms, rumpus, large lounge, light & bright kitchen and 2 bathrooms with WIR to main bedroom. 2 bay steel shed, double carport & double garage! OPEN TO INSPECT Sat, 11.00 - 11.30am Address 34 Walkers Road, Mirboo $275,000 - $295,000

5664 0224

lisa williams 0438 133 385

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HIS is an immaculately presented brick home, in Leongatha, with a lot of appealing features. It comprises three bedrooms with built-in robes and an updated bathroom with spa. The new kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and reverse cycle air conditioner. There’s also formal living, and the dining area has sliding doors onto a su-

perb deck with rural views. Downstairs boasts a second living area or games room, reverse cycle air conditioner, extra storage and has its own access for someone wanting to run a home business. The gardens are landscaped and the big money has already been spent on concrete and retaining walls. The backyard is accessible. It includes a Colorbond shed with power, plus a carport adjoining the house. It’s all here; just add furniture.

Auction

Saturday, March 20 at 11am Open this Sat. on site at 345 Henry’s Road, LOCH 2pm-3pm

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At a glance Location: 11 Callaway Crescent, Leongatha. Price: $305,000. Agent: Stockdale and Leggo, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 5800.

”WRENELLA” A MUDBRICK ON SENSATIONAL 3.88 ACRES • Outstanding mudbrick, 3 double brs two with ensuites • Beautiful timber features throughout • Outstanding living room full of character with big windows and a great garden view • Delightful timber kitchen nicely compliments the home • Practicial verandahs front and rear, outstanding garden with lots of natural tucker for birds and interesting meandering paths • Rustic outbuildings include, woodshed, chook house, workshop • Frontage to the Bass River, lots of tranquil walking paths, 3.88 acres opposite Henry’s Creek Sanctuary, wildlife abounds Internet ID: 199400. 10% deposit, balance 60 days

www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/leongatha Contact Auctioneer: John O’Connor 0416 193 990

34 Commercial Street, Korumburra – 5658 1500

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HIMNEYS rise impressively from a shimmering roof, stunning against the azure summer sky and reassuring that the South Gippsland winter ahead will be warm and cosy indoors.

Grandview Farm is the epitomy of a quality South Gippsland country estate: the built-to-last character farm home with high ceilings and period features, the endless water supply; the rolling green pastures; the ample shedding to cater for all manner of creatures and enterprise, the warm hospitality of a country kitchen and the plentiful produce that the orchard, the animals and the vegie patch bring. Set atop a 40 acre (approx) land holding abutting the reservoirs of Kardella, the Grandview Farm residence is spacious and welcoming.

From a generous mud room at the back door, to an elegant living room with its wood-ﬁred heater, the house exudes a relaxed country air. There are three big bedrooms, and a separate study or fourth bedroom. The dining room has easterly aspects and welcomes morning sun, and is easily accessed from the big, centrally positioned kitchen. A walk-in pantry, double range and oodles of bench space invite sponges, scones and lamb roasts at family get-togethers. In addition to a variety of good shedding for machinery and equipment, animal husbandry and vehicles, there is a 7m x 4m home ofﬁce or studio, fully lined, wired, insulated and plumbed, with beautiful views across the property through fulllength glass, and its own veranda. The farm itself comprises two dams, seven paddocks, stockyards

and loading race, four-bay garage, a lock-up workshop, calf shed, shearing shed and pony/calf paddocks. Easily maintained, well laid out cottage gardens feature a huge variety of both rare and favourite plant species. There’s an outdoor wood-fired pizza oven and open fire pit perfect for outdoor gatherings, a glasshouse, a chook shed and yard. Like to fish? Join the local fishing club and gain private access to the adjoining reservoir for your own sport and leisure. Beautifully maintained and presented to perfection, Grandview Farm has most things you would want to find in your country property, and certainly has something for all the family. To discover the full extent of its features and inclusions, you are invited to contact Prom Country First National in Meeniyan, on 5664 0224.

The property is also open for inspection this Sunday from 2-2.30pm. Come early, there’s a lot to see, including a 4WD tour of the land that will take you down to the reservoir boundary.

At a glance Location: 505 One Chain Road, Kardella. Price range: $756,000-$835,000. Agent: Prom Country First National, Meeniyan. Contact: 5664 0224.

With a river running through it I MAGINE having the Little Morwell River running through your property.

With the recent listing of “Dell Serene” near Mirboo North with Rodwells, that opportunity has arrived. The delightful three bedroom home is nestled alongside the Little Morwell River on about 4.2 acres. The main bedroom has walk-in robes and the other two have built-in robes. Relax in the generous open plan

lounge, dining and living area. The temperature will be kept warm or cool, depending on the season, by solid fuel heating and an electric heating/cooling system. Appliances in the kitchen are all electric and there’s ample storage for crockery, utensils and food. Appropriately, the well maintained gardens feature a variety of fruit, native and mature European trees that suit this tranquil setting.

At a glance Location: 225 Darlimurla Road, Mirboo North. Price: $389,000. Agent: Rodwells, Leongatha. Contact: Kristin Richardson 5662 4388 or 0427 092 983.

A permanent sprinkler system provides water to the garden. Abundant shedding includes a three bay shed with lock-up workshop, two car carport, caravan or boat port and various ancillary sheds for storage. A school bus goes past the front gate. This property is a short walk to the rail trail and well situated to other local attractions. Inspection is by appointment.

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OODLAND Heath at Inverloch is walking distance to cafes and shops and yet away from the holiday crowds. It’s what gives residents the best of both worlds. This unique home in the estate offers an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy a home oozing quality of life both inside and out. Set on a generous 800sqm block, the property features three bedrooms with two living areas. It is a great example of energy efﬁciency with a six

At a glance Location: 2 Messmate Terrace, Inverloch. Price: $595,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Inverloch. Contact: 5674 1111.

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AUCTION

43-45 Louis Road, VENUS BAY AUCTION: Sunday, March 6 at 12noon onsite unless sold prior

Stunning water views are yours forever! Ideal for large family this spacious 4 br home offers a potential for bed and breakfast accommodation or entertaining guests.

A rural charm and views to be enjoyed. Open for inspection every Saturday at 11am to 11.30am. TERMS: 10% deposit, balance 60 days

INVERLOCH OFFICE 7 a’Beckett Street

GB5693

Features include: 4 large bedrooms and bathrooms, gourmet kitchen, open plan living and dining, separate lounge and library, double block with 1805 sqm of land, abundant decking for entertaining and soaking up the views, high clearance garage/workshop (35ft x 25ft).

5674 1111

and a half star energy rating, double glazing, fresh water rain tank and solar hot water system. This innovative design offers a spacious living dining and kitchen, which spills onto a north facing deck and barbecue area. The main bedroom has a spacious walk-in robe, en suite and deck to parents’ retreat. If innovation and eco-friendly design is you, then make this home yours. This home will be open for inspection on February 20 at 1pm.

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LLOW yourself a little luxury with this massive family home packed with an abundance of features. This four bedroom home has had a recent upstairs extension and is perfect for the growing family. Including a master bedroom with full en suite and walk-in robe, plus built-in robes to other bedrooms, the home also has a study, including a second en suite. Downstairs features a central kitchen with gleaming stainless splashback, electric hotplates and wall oven, rangehood, dishwasher, microwave shelf and ample cupboard space. Two lounge room/living areas for the adults, and a separate lounge/ rumpus room for the kids upstairs, both have split cycle air conditioners, with ceiling fans throughout. Outside includes three car parking via a drive-through carport with roller door to access a big double garage, complete with power and a toilet

situated at the rear of the property. Extensive landscaping and paving abuts the impressive outdoor undercover entertaining area, and a concrete driveway completes the picture. This home has been extended and renovated throughout and is set up perfectly for entertaining and family living. Located in the popular Laura Grove, it is within walking distance to schools, the medical centre, and the rail trail. With a recent reduction in price, you can afford a little luxury for the family.

At a glance Location: 7 Laura Grove, Leongatha. Price: reduced to $398,000 Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Leongatha. Contact: Andrew Newton 5662 0922 or 0402 940 320.

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Stunning mud brick home “I HAVE ﬁnished the job, it’s okay to go now.”

These are the exact words of a man with an incredible talent, who together with his wife have created their own bit of paradise opposite Henry’s Creek Reserve at Loch. The 3.88 acres is complete with a beautiful mud brick home; if you love wood, you will love the home. “Wrenella” has been a tranquil place for the vendors to live, but now it’s time to retire to a smaller property. The beautiful acreage is a perfect mix of grass and trees with frontage to the beautiful Bass River. The property has been beautifully set up with walking tracks, lots of seats around the place, and an abundance of bird life with lots of small birds including lots of blue wrens, finches, and honey eaters. This is not difficult to understand when you know that they were considered with the plantings on the property, providing plenty of tucker all the year round. To arrive at “Wrenella” and lay your eyes on the home, you know that it will be full of character, charm and appeal and it doesn’t disappoint. The home comprises three en suite bedrooms and a magnificent living room with huge windows that look out onto a superb garden.

The kitchen is all timber and nicely complements the other magniﬁcent wood features of the home. A large wood heater provides comfort in winter, and there is plenty of wood on the property. Generous verandahs front and rear are great features of this wonderful “Muddie”. The garden at the house is also wonderful and full of birds, winding pathways and beautiful plantings. There are lots of rustic outbuildings including a chook house, wood shed, aviary and a workshop. There is also a nice dam on the property and some ducks. But now the artist is ﬁnished, it’s time to go and it could be your turn to enjoy “Wrenella”. Why not call today? Open for inspection on Saturday, February 20 at 2 to 3pm.

At a glance Location: 345 Henry’s Road, Loch. Auction: March 20 at 11am. Agent: Stockdale & Leggo, Korumburra. Contact: John O’Connor 5658 1500 or 0416 193 990.

Big, bold and beautiful home at Venus Bay THIS home is brand new and features three large bedrooms, the master with an en suite, large open plan living and a modern kitchen with all the features. There are polished ﬂoorboards throughout and ceiling fans in all rooms. This large home is about 16 squares of luxury and boasts a huge double garage and generous decking at the front and rear of the home. An added bonus is the situation of the property, in a quiet street only a three minute walk to the pristine beaches of Venus Bay. When you demand quality, space to move and proximity to the beach then this is the home for you.

At a glance Location: 8 Hakea Street, Venus Bay. Price: $355,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Venus Bay. Contact: Robb Lawrie 5663 7111.

"PINAROO" 560 Koonwarra-Pound Creek Rd, Inverloch/Koonwarra

AUCTION Saturday March 6 ON SITE at 1pm

46.87 HA - 116 Acres in 2 Titles (Offered as a whole) OUTSTANDING OCEAN AND INLET VIEWS Offering panoramic water views and relaxing rural vistas. This undulating blank canvas presents the lifestyle enthusiast with unrivalled potential to capture the unique coastal ambience of this ultimate country address. Framed by a landscape of shade and shelter trees, with a choice of elevated home sites, complemented by enormous ground water supply and is situated in the heart and soul of the regions gourmet food/wine locale. Short Distance to one of Regional Victoria’s Premier Golf Courses, 15km to Inverloch and 145km to Melbourne. PRIOR OFFERS CONSIDERED

3A a'Beckett Street, Inverloch 5674 1111 A/H: Dennis Ginn 0412 317 360 A/H: Tim Harris 0427 547 939

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GYPSY Tanaysha Quaife was born on February 3 at the Leongatha Memorial Hospital. She is the ﬁrst girl for Kellie and Rob of Korumburra and will be well looked after by her two big brothers, Cooper and Clayton.

ROD and Dannielle of Leongatha are excited by the safe arrival of their ﬁrst child Beau Aiden at the West Gippsland Hospital on February 5.

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$5m school takes shape By Brad Lester THE Inverloch community is on track to having a new $5 million primary school by the middle of 2011.

Taking shape: senior students Lochie and Rani inspect construction of the new Inverloch Primary School.

Slabs are now being poured for the new main school building along Bayview Avenue and that complex is expected to be ﬁnished by as early as September. Builders’ attention will then turn to erecting a block of four classrooms behind the new wing. The junior playground has been relocated to make way for the new school, and two netball and basketball courts are being constructed to make up for the courts lost to the works. Principal Stan Jackson said the new school would give students greater op-

portunities and experiences. “When the project is finished, there will be 10 classrooms, a library, an art room, a new administration area and a number of flexible learning spaces,” he said. “We will be able to enhance the building with landscaping across the front and one theme that has been discussed has been dinosaurs and also displaying children’s work.” Partitioned walls between classrooms will enable classes to mix and offer teachers more ways of instructing students. “This year we have three Year 6 classes so they will have the opportunity to share their work as one big group,” Mr Jackson said. “Teachers will also be able to work closer professionally rather than our current configuration which is frag-

mented and dislocated.” But the new school is unlikely to be big enough to meet the anticipated influx of students in years to come. The school has 287 students this year, a significant increase of 22 compared to 2009. The school’s enrolments are rising; in 2003, 173 students were enrolled there. Prep numbers have remained around 40 for the past few years. While six new students this year have moved to the area as offspring of desalination plant workers, Mr Jackson said Inverloch continues to attract young families. That fact is bolstered by Inverloch Pre-School offering extra four-yearold sessions this year to cope with increased enrolments. Wonthaggi firm TS Constructions is overseeing the project. Plans for the new school are on display at the school.

Leongatha wedding JANELLE Kerr and Brenainn Simpson were married in Leongatha on December 5, 2009. Bryan, the bride’s oldest brother ﬂew from Brisbane for the occasion. The bride was given away by her father. Janelle is the only daughter of Rohan and Sue Kerr of Boorool and Brenainn is the youngest son of Robin Simpson of Leongatha and David Simpson of Melbourne. The bride wore a strapless gown in light ivory with a sweetheart neckline, ruched bodice with silver lace detail and pearl

and crystal beading and had a small train. She wore a ﬁngertip length veil, and her great grandmother’s broach in her hair. She carried an elongated ball bouquet of red and orange Singapore orchids. The bride was attended by her friend Alex Mitchem. She wore a crimson full length gown with shoe string straps, sweetheart neckline with organza overlay. She carried a ball bouquet of red and orange Singapore orchids. Flowergirl Elsie Steenholdt wore an ivory and crimson ankle length dress and

had a wristlet of orchids. The groom was attended by his best friend Alex White as best man and the page boy was the bride’s cousin River Thomas. Janelle and Alex arrived at the church in vintage cars. The ceremony was at 3.30pm at St Peter’s Anglican church. The ceremony was ofﬁciated by the Rev Janet Wallis. The reception was at the Leongatha Golf Club, Leongatha South, with a jazz band for entertainment. They honeymooned in Cooma and Lakes Entrance and have since relocated to Townsville.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8209

Church Times ARIES - March 21 - April 20

Whoops! you are accident prone and a little forgetful and possibly you dress inappropriately. Keep your sense of fun and you will remain the life of the party. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Don’t volunteer for everyone else’s job - you are in too helpful a mood. Your own work may suffer. Your philosophical attitude may turn off an admirer. A key objective is within reach by Friday. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

The creative Gemini can be a little too creative this week. Discipline is the keyword, especially in your work environment. Financially this week you could win some and lose some, but you should come out a winner. CANCER - June 22 - July 22

Is no news good news? Not necessarily and the key this week is to make no assumptions. Go after unanswered messages and issue reminders. Weekend entertainment may be much more amusing than anticipated. LEO - July 23 - August 22

An observant Leo will ﬁnd outstanding opportunities hidden in the week’s varied events. Challenge your loved ones to reach his/her potential and challenge yourself to make new resolutions regarding health. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

Don’t be thrifty when paying compliments and don’t be shy in romance. A travel opportunity may open up by the end of the week, perhaps related to work or education. Financial beneﬁts arrive in quick succession. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

If hinting for a project or promotion, be a shade less subtle. Don’t sacriﬁce quality if making a major purchase. You get a lot more advice than you give - some of it wiser than you would believe. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

There is much inconsistency this week. Friends are cool one moment, cordial the next. Work comes easier earlier in the week but you struggle by the end. One caution, speak out rather than sulk or brood. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

Handle with care - that’s the warning so far as your love life is concerned. You begin to feel more in touch with older family members. Travel detours could make for an amusing and proﬁtable weekend. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

Your patience may be taxed on Thursday and Friday with people refusing to take your word. The weekend is for partying but don’t exhaust yourself in the process. A new admirer may enter the work environment this week. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

You spend lots of time making order of chaos all week. Be alert to shifts in ﬁnancial trends. Be much more generous agout letting a companion share the limelight on the weekend. PISCES - February 20 - March 20

Give someone a second chance to prove to himself/herself. You can be a little hard on the world right now. News from far away arrives by Thursday, but take some time for the impact to sink in. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

Enthusiasm is a marvellous trait and it doesn’t take much to ﬁre up your imagination - or your temper. If you had the choice, you would rather take the lead than pull the strings behind the scenes. You do have a choice.

ANGLICAN: Wednesday, February 17: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC; 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Friday, February 19: 7.30pm St David’s, Meeniyan HC. Sunday, February 21: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Contemporary Worship with HC; 10.30am Union Church, Tarwin Lower Uniting Service. ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am. ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am. ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Wonthaggi. Sunday, 10.30am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Monday, 7.30pm: Holy Communion; Wednesday, 8.45am: Christian prayer & meditation, 10am: Holy Communion. CHURCH OF ASCENSION: Inverloch, Sunday, 9am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Tuesday, 9am: Christian prayer & meditation; 10am: Holy Communion; Thursday 7.30pm: Holy Communion. 5th Sunday services, alternating at Wonthaggi & Inverloch, contact Rev Bruce Charles for details, 5672 3984. ASSEMBLIES OF GOD: Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248. A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466. Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am and 6pm: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Vic Butera 5655 2478. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Leongatha South Gippsland Liberty Fellowship - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday services: 11 am and 7pm. All enquiries contact Pastor David Stegmann 5662 2785. Office: 5662 3100. Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984. CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha. Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home cells weekly; Kids Club Thursdays 4pm Guide Hall. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES

CREEK: Meeting every Sunday at Archies Creek. Morning Communion Service 11 am: Evening Holy Spirit Revival 6pm: Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5674 3867 or 5672 4660. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School - 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S WOMEN’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Strongly family oriented church meets at the Senior Citizens Centre, Mirboo North, Sundays: 4-5.10pm Communion, 5.15-6pm Bible Studies for Adults, Youth and Children. Friday evenings: Home Fellowships 7.30pm; Youth Activities. Enquiries: 5668 2226 Bob Stevens. SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Kid’s Club - Tuesday, 4 - 5pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome. Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122. SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly. All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228. PRESBYTERIAN: Weekly Worship Service 10am Sunday, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Phone Rev. Dr D. Clarnette 0409 236 981 or elder Col Rump 5662-2107.

CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. Teaching service at 7.30pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2762. Minister: Rev. Ron Nauta. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, February 21, 9am and 10.45am. “Life to the Max” 7pm. Tarwin Lower: 10.30am. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Geoff Smith and Rev. Jim Foley, 5655 1997. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www.wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 9853 6627. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

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ACROSS Importance (12) Small (6) Disquiet (6) Vegetable (7) Material (5) Tree (5) Obstruction (7) Run (6) Fairy (6) Plant (12)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 13. 14. 17. 19. 21.

DOWN Alleviate (8) One (4) Coin (7) Happen (5) Lower (8) Sediment (4) Disease (8) Effort (8) Animal (7) Ghost (5) Lop-sided (4) Boorish (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8209 ACROSS 7. Shot in the head (6,6). 8. The car rolled over the woman and the old soldier (6). 9. Gave out about having bars (6). 10. Called on Dell to give assistance in return (7). 12. He’ll get, say, about two thousand (5). 15. Has upset me and that’s a pity (5). 16. Incarcerates and says no more (5,2). 18. In that case, say nothing about the vehemence (6). 20. Tell you about getting behind schedule (6). 22. He does business in the stock market (6,6). DOWN 1. Help to carry and don’t get impatient (4,4). 2. Long to have the one-time church (4). 3. Said without thinking “It’s a smear on the man” (7). 4. If rattled, are coming out blazing (5). 5. The prevailing or main difficulty, don’t conceal (8). 6. The pen yesterday started leaking (4). 11. Continues to shield a doctor one criticises (8). 13. Some nut I found struggling with the police (8). 14. What might a bottled tea drink be called? (That’s a riddle!) (7). 17. The child got sick - a cold (5). 19. Cut with a kick (4). 21. Star light it’s not! (4).

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Party! UNDERGROUND tours at the Wonthaggi State Coal Mine will be reopened on Sunday March 21. The mine was closed for several years following changes to legislative safety requirements. Federal and State government grants and a great deal of voluntary labour have brought the mine up to standard. Members of the mine working group had hoped the underground tours would begin again last November during the mine’s centenary year but that didn’t eventuate. This is the 100th anniversary of the town of Wonthaggi and the official reopening of the mine tours will take place during a weekend of major celebrations. It’s being called Wonthaggi’s Whopper Weekend. Interstate and local teams will launch the activities on Friday March 19, when the annual Human Powered Vehicle Grand Prix takes over the main streets. Running in tandem will be the Energy Innovation Festival with its displays of solar energy and innovative building design ideas. To find out more about the HPV ring Ewan on 5672 2570; the festival contact is Susan 5657 3108. A parade along Graham Street will recreate an event that was long part of Wonthaggi’s history. It starts at noon on Saturday March 20 and will be followed by a garden party in the grounds of Wonthaggi Hospital. The facility hosted many garden parties in days gone by and those who attend are invited to wear 50s or 60s clothes and enter the miss and matron of the garden party competition. To find out more ring 1300 226 278. The State Coal Mine number is 5672 3053.

Boolarra ready to get folky THE Boolarra Folk Festival is a free annual community event held in the beautiful country township of Boolarra. This year the Boolarra Folk Festival will be held on Saturday,

February 27, 2010. Please come along and enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere, whilst enjoying the music of talented local artists. Our Art, Craft and Food Market will once again provide visitors with the opportunity to discover

the work of many local artisans. There is also a pre-festival evening at ARC Yinnar. For a taste of the Boolarra Folk Festival, an evening of music will be held on February 26 at ARC Yinnar, starting at 7.30pm ($7 entry).

The night will feature local musicians, including Colin and Sue, Phill and Gayle, Rick Teychenne, Grant McNeill and Lawrie Havrillay, Taylor, Boothman and Cupples, featuring Chelsea Stewart and Carolyn Boothman.

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Demand strong for most cattle DEMAND was mixed for a slightly smaller penning of cattle that included a lot of good to very good quality in all classes. The general trend was for a small improvement in prices, which ranged from ﬁrm to 5c/kg dearer, with young cattle and bullocks most affected. The usual processors were represented, and whether it was the hot and very humid weather that inspired higher prices, it did not affect the outcome for poor quality, and lighter weight cows, which were ﬁrm to 3c/kg cheaper. Some very good quality vealers were penned, which made up to 182c, but the penning of 165 head included a lot of well fattened heifer vealers. These made from 140c to 165c, with steer vealers making between 147c and 170c/kg. Some purchases were made by feedlots from 135c to 166c/kg. Of the 270 yearlings penned a number were very heavy steers sold in the bullocks sale. These weighed up to, and over 600kg lwt and made to 164c/kg. Lighter weighted steers made from 142c to 155c/kg. Yearling heifers made between 132c and 156c/kg. Most of the penning of 510 bullocks were in very good condition, which was partly behind price rises of 2c to 3c/kg. Prime C3 and C4 bullocks made between 150c and 160c, and manufacturing bullocks made from 132c to 150c/kg. These prices included some very heavy crossbred and Friesian bullocks. A lot of the 550 cows penned were beef breeds, and most were in good to very good condition. Now that most vealers have been sold, a lot of PTIC empty cows are being sold with a number of these being younger cows. Demand was strong for these, with prices ranging from 118c to 131c/kg. Larger frame lean cows made between 103c and 122c with light weights, and very plain cows making from 82c to 116c/kg for most sales.

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Wednesday, February 10 BULLOCKS 2 T.R. & I.R. Harrison, Milford 5 R. & R. Irving, Bena 1 T.J. & J.M. Hayward, Leongatha South 16 Hengstberger/Lloyd, Fish Creek 14 Littlejohn & Sons, Mirboo 1 G. & A. Baker, Koonwarra

588 591 655 597 618 565

164.2 964.68 164.2 970.42 164.2 1075.51 163.0 973.00 162.0 1001.00 162.0 915.30

STEERS 3 R.J. & J.A. Buchanan, Bena 1 G. Mangiaﬁco, Dumbalk North 1 T.J. & J.M. Hayward, Leongatha South 2 K.A. & S.I. Gillilard, Won Wron 1 C. & P. Calaﬁores, Mirboo North 1 C.J. & B. Van Doorn, Jeetho

405 405 475 375 335 340

182.0 178.6 171.6 170.0 165.0 165.0

737.10 723.33 815.10 637.50 552.75 561.00

COWS 10 R.F. & V.M. Dowel, Leongatha South 1 P.A. & S.E. Campbell, Mirboo North 3 Ausgrass P/L, Echuca North 1 C.N. Rossiter, Welshpool 1 P.J. & J. McAninly, Won Wron 1 A.J. & B.R. Moyle, Lance Creek

558 575 595 650 665 740

133.2 132.0 131.2 130.6 130.0 130.0

743.26 759.00 780.64 848.90 864.50 962.00

358 430 345 420 348 393

165.0 165.0 160.0 158.0 157.6 156.0

589.88 709.50 552.00 663.60 547.66 613.60

940 800 825 1005 504 715

147.0 146.0 144.0 142.0 140.0 138.6

1381.80 1168.00 1188.00 1427.10 705.83 990.99

HEIFERS 2 S., C. & P. Calaﬁores, Mirboo North 2 G. Mangiaﬁco, Dumbalk North 1 A. Lamb, Waratah North 1 R.J. & J.A. Buchanan, Bena 2 K. Trotman, Buffalo 6 T.J. & J.M. Hayward, Leongatha South BULLS 1 N.A. & F.F. Laing, Leongatha 1 R.J. & C.M. Pearson, Hedley 1 R.A. & J.F. McGlade, Mirboo 1 A.M. & M.B. Jans, Dumbalk 1 P.W. & C.A. Crawford, Yanakie 1 R. & D.J. Hennig, Bulga

Fonterra’s fourth rise FONTERRA has announced a price increase of 20 cents per kilogram (c/kg) of milk solids (ie 12c/kg butterfat and 30c/kg of protein) for dairy farmers who supply its manufacturing sites in Victoria and Tasmania. “This increase reflects conditions on global commodity markets, where despite some recent softening in demand, prices continue to be above the US$3000 per tonne mark,” Fonterra National Milk Services Manager Heather Stacy said. “We have also seen some modest improvement in the currency situation, although the Australian dollar continues to be relatively strong. “This milk price increase applies across-the-board to all current Victorian and Tasmanian suppliers and will be backdated to July 1, 2009. Our average annual price is now $4.26 per kg of milk solids.” Ms Stacy said Fonterra’s farmgate price has increased by around 18 per cent since the start of the season, which equates to an additional $74 million put in the pockets of our 1300 dairy farmer suppliers. “Fonterra’s four consecutive step-ups help deliver on our commitment to re-instil confidence in the manufacturing milk price system after the unprecedented volatility of last year,” she said. “We remain determined to reflect any further significant improvement in market conditions in our farmgate prices.”

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Eczema’s back WITH the wet, humid weather we have been experiencing in the Gippsland area, livestock producers can anticipate unusual disease outbreaks, such as those caused by fungi. One such disease to be on the lookout for is facial eczema. Department of Primary Industries (DPI) District Veterinary Ofﬁcer Jack Winterbottom said facial eczema is a type of sunburn (photosensitisation) affecting exposed areas of the pale skin of sheep and cattle. “In Victoria, the disease occurs mainly in the irrigation country of Gippsland,

although cases are seen elsewhere in the state,” Mr Winterbottom said. “The disease is most common from February to April following warm, moist conditions of 72 hours or more.” A toxin called ‘sporidesmin’, which is produced on pasture litter by the fungus Pithomyces chartarum, causes facial eczema when it is ingested by stock grazing on the pasture. “The toxin is absorbed from the intestine and reaches the liver, where it causes severe damage,” Mr Winterbottom said. “The damaged liver is not capable of metabolising the by-products of pasture digestion at the normal rate and these ac-

cumulate in the blood. “Some of these chemicals react to sunlight where the skin has no pigment, causing photosensitisation. All the outward signs of facial eczema result from the liver damage caused by sporidesmin.” The disease in stock may be seen between seven and 20 days of grazing the toxic spores from the pasture. Mr Winterbottom said given suitable temperature and moisture conditions, the fungus grows in clusters on the paddock and was normally not visible to the naked eye. “It multiplies by producing millions of spores, which are coated with the toxin. Freshly produced spores are the most toxic,” he said. “If fungal growth stops after a change in the weather, the residual spores on the pasture lose their toxicity within one or two weeks. “It multiplies by producing millions of spores, which are coated with the POULTRY and Cage Bird Auction at the Traralgon Showgrounds Poultry Pavillion on Sunday, February 21, starting at 10.30am. Wide variety of poultry, young hens, many breeds, fertile eggs. Open for sellers from 8am. Ph: 5197 7270 or 0438 325 918.

toxin. Freshly produced spores are the most toxic. If fungal growth stops after a change in the weather, the residual spores on the pasture lose their toxicity within one or two weeks.” The fungus grows on the litter of most pasture plants but it grows best on perennial ryegrass litter. When the fungus reaches toxic levels, animals grazing short pasture at high stocking rates are at greatest risk. “Effective control of facial eczema is achieved on at-risk farms by monitoring spore numbers on the pasture. Spore counts vary dramatically from farm to farm and paddock to paddock, according to aspect, elevation, prevailing winds, pasture litter and height,” Mr Winterbottom said. “If facial eczema is suspected, a veterinary practitioner should be called and affected animals should be immediately sheltered from direct sunlight.” For further information please contact your local veterinarian or DPI Veterinary or Animal Health Ofﬁcer, or contact the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

Uncertainty still: the future of the Long Jetty remains unclear.

Jetty safe for now By Brad Lester THE Long Jetty will not be pulled down in the wake of a ﬁre that burnt part of the South Gippsland icon last month. Gippsland Ports have arranged for part of the burnt section to be demolished within a fortnight, but last Tuesday promised Port Welshpool residents the rest of the jetty would stay. The authority’s chief executive ofﬁcer, Nick Murray, said the part demolition was necessary to ensure debris did not fall into the water and risk the safety of mariners. “We want to reassure the community this is not the thin edge of the wedge. It is not the beginning of the demolition of the jetty because no decision has been made on the long term future of the

CFA meets By Jane Ross A TOP level CFA meeting in Dandenong tomorrow night will try to resolve Bass Coast Group members’ fury at being ignored. Group Ofﬁcer Damien O’Connor holds out little hope that the meeting will calm the increasing angst in the group’s 10 brigades. But he’s prepared to try anything. He said letters to the Premier John Brumby, Minister for Police and Emergency Services Bob Cameron, the Emergency Services Commissioner, Bushﬁre Recovery Authority, CFA chief, chair and CEO have not drawn one reply; not even a courtesy note to say the letters have been received. “It’s easier for them to ignore us,” said Mr O’Connor. At issue is a CFA directive for the Bass

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jetty,” he said. The works will cost $150,000 – a sum that will be funded by the Victorian Government. Asked if he would rather have seen those funds go towards restoring the jetty, Mr Murray said there was no alternative. “It would be insufﬁcient funds to fund a substantial restoration of the Long Jetty but our preferred position is that we would rather not spend it on remedial work for an act of carelessness and to that extent, it’s a waste of money,” he said. The part demolition is expensive as the burnt wood must be removed by barge, transported to another wharf and loaded onto a truck to be taken to landﬁll. Mr Murray urged mariners to remain vigilant when travelling near the jetty.

Coast Group to change regions, meaning it would be answerable to headquarters in Sale rather than Dandenong. Members say that’s too far for them to travel for training and meetings. As volunteers, they’re adamant that they’re not going anywhere. Mr O’Connor is doing some ignoring of his own. He has been told by the CFA hierarchy to stop speaking out about the situation, but he’s not doing that. The group has the backing of Bass Coast Council, Bass MLA Ken Smith and State opposition leader Ted Baillieu, who visited Wonthaggi recently to hear their concerns. The bureaucrats remain ﬁrm. But Mr O’Connor said other brigade groups in Victoria are facing similar directives and he’s hoping they can all band together to have them overturned.

Probus turns 20 MORE than 100 people joined in the 20th anniversary celebrations for Leongatha Probus Club at the Dakers Centre. Wearing her chain of ofﬁce, president Val Goller (second left) and foundation member Julia Ferguson cut the cake made by another foundation member Joy Johnson. Mrs Ferguson’s late husband Neil was the foundation president. South Gippsland mayor Cr Jim Fawcett looks on, as does Sandra Grove (left) representing the Probus Association of Victoria.

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AQUASURE UPDATE I would like to send my warmest greetings to readers of local newspapers throughout Cardinia and Casey Councils, who will be reading this column for the ﬁrst time. I write this column to help share news about the Victorian Desalination Project and its progress, to answer questions raised by the community and to provide information that will assist with a fact-based understanding of the project. One of the questions we’re being asked more and more by communities along the pipeline is “what’s happening on the desalination plant site?”. Extending the reach of this column is one way that we can help you ﬁnd out.

On the pipeline and power alignment, we achieved an important milestone recently with the ﬁrst pipe laid in Clyde North. The pipeline will be 84 kilometres long, connecting the desalination plant to Melbourne and regional water networks. It will comprise around 6200 sections of pipe, each 1.93 metres in diameter, 13.5 metres long and weighing 13 tonnes. Tyco Water in Melbourne won the $150 million contract to manufacture the pipes at its Somerton facility, using Australian steel supplied by Bluescope Steel in Hastings. During construction, there will be temporary road closures so please keep this in mind if you’re travelling through the area and be aware of changed trafﬁc conditions. On the recruitment front, the interest in jobs has been overwhelming. Thiess Degrémont has received around 14,500 applications, with very strong interest from locals. If you haven’t already applied and you’re interested in any future opportunities, you can still register for job alerts on the AquaSure website.

Plant site: The box cut is sprayed with concrete – a process known as ‘shotcreting’

One of the readers who replied to my request for feedback was Ms Lyn Whitlam of Glen Forbes, whose letter appeared in a local paper last week. I hope she will not mind me responding through this column, as she raised a number of questions about the new and complex concept of Renewable Energy Credits that I felt would interest others in the community.

ANSWER: Our contract states that the operating power requirements for the plant and pipeline must be offset by a renewable energy source commissioned after 1 January 2007. To address this contractual requirement, AquaSure has signed a 30 year contract with AGL to supply Renewable Energy Credits. We will pay AGL to produce enough renewable energy to match the power consumption of the plant and pipeline, and inject it into the grid. It’s not unlike the ‘green’ energy options you may have signed up to at home, through your own power company. The power AGL supplies will come mostly from a new wind farm being built in Western Victoria, but will also come from other renewable AGL resources.

Our construction contractor, Thiess Degrémont, is progressing well and earthworks are nearing completion.

It would be impractical to power the desalination plant directly with wind, solar, tidal or other green energy because they cannot provide a constant, reliable supply.

The major focus is now on pouring concrete pilings and footings, which will be followed by concrete pads and structural steel for the pretreatment and reverse osmosis buildings. Our new Community Information Centre opened in Wonthaggi last week and is already welcoming a big increase in visitors. Not to take anything away from the wonderful team that works in the Centre, I suspect it may have something to do with the great coffee and the chocolate eclairs from Connells Bakery next door!

QUESTION:

A piling rig and crane at work installing concrete piles, which provide support for the pre-treatment structures.

In my last column, I asked readers for their feedback on the content of this column and I would like to thank those who took the time to contact me.

So, there will be no additional carbon emissions because of the desalination plant and transfer pipeline’s electrical operation. 100 per cent of the electricity used in operating both the desalination plant and the transfer pipeline will be offset by the purchase of renewable energy credits. This is a really important issue for all of us and I will keep talking about it to ensure that every reader understands the importance of this commitment that the Victorian Government and AquaSure have made.

Today’s column features some of your feedback – more news about what’s happening on the construction front, more pictures, and more detailed questions and answers to overcome the misunderstandings I know are out there. Pipeline: A crane lifts a pipe into place above the trench

Regards,

Chris Herbert CEO, AquaSure

Pipeline: Pipe sections are welded together

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HORTICULTURE (PARKS & GARDENS) APPRENTICESHIPS Apprenticeships Group Australia in conjunction with the South Gippsland Shire Council Parks & Gardens are seeking enthusiastic people to commence apprenticeships in Horticulture. AGA is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping people gain a qualification and get their career started through apprenticeships with host employers, in this case the South Gippsland Shire Council Parks & Gardens Department. These positions are a great opportunity to kick start your career offering 4 years of guaranteed employment in an exciting industry whilst earning a Nationally Recognised Qualification (Certificate III Horticulture Parks & Gardens).

APPRENTICE BAKER Bakers Delight Leongatha is seeking an apprentice baker to join our team and learn the baking trade. No experience required, however an understanding of maths principles is an advantage. 38 hour week, including weekends, rotating roster. Applicants must be self motivated and reliable, as early starts involved. Please phone Lyndall on 5662 2677 to arrange an interview

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PAYROLL CLERK Limited Tenure – Maternity Leave position 32 hours per fortnight Applications are invited from interested persons for the above position. Applicants must be available to work on any given day between Monday and Friday. The successful applicant shall have an understanding of duties required to provide payroll services within a rural health service. A knowledge of SAP and Kronos would be advantageous. Applicants are to be proficient in the use of Microsoft products and a high level of customer service skills is essential. The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory current police record check. Position descriptions can be obtained by downloading from the GSHS website www.gha.net.au/gshs or contacting the Administrative Assistant on 5667 5664. Applications are required to be sent by 5pm, Friday, February 26, 2010 to: Janet Arrott-Watt Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953

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Wastewater Officer

•Up to $71k package including super and vehicle (Band 6) South Gippsland is one of Victoria's most beautiful rural and coastal areas yet is only an hour and a half from Melbourne. Vibrant communities and economic opportunity form a strong base for Council's vision of sustainable social, natural and built environments. If you want to make a difference in our regional community – we are keen to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to display your talents in a work environment that offers great employment benefits, professional development, flexible working arrangements and job satisfaction. Be part of the revitalisation of our Council which has a new management team and stronger approach to corporate development. An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified Wastewater Officer / EHO (Band 6) or a Wastewater Technical Officer (Band 5) to join our Environment and Community Safety team. Ideally you will hold tertiary qualifications in a related field of study along with substantial practical experience however applicants without such qualifications or experience may apply at the Technical Officer level. As Wastewater Officer you will be responsible to the EHO Coordinator for the implementation of Council's wastewater management strategy across the shire. You will have an understanding of basic wastewater treatment processes and disposal methods, knowledge of the design and construction of modern domestic wastewater disposal systems and knowledge of soil properties as they relate to wastewater disposal issues. This position is subject to a satisfactory police check and a current driver's licence is essential. We welcome direct discussion with Tim Brown regarding this position. As the skills and qualifications vary according to each of the position descriptions, applications must be submitted by addressing the selection criteria of the position description best suited to your application and is to be submitted by 5pm Friday 26th February 2010 addressed to: Human Resources, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 or emailed to council@ southgippsland.vic.gov.au Further information and a position description is available from Human Resources or visit: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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A position exists for an experienced Workshop Manager. You will need to have had experience in managing or supervising a workshop dealing in the maintenance of fleet trucks, earthmoving and/or construction equipment servicing. You must be a fully qualified technician and hold a current driver’s licence. Mon-Fri - Ph: 5662 5552 BH Email admin@goldsmith.com.au

Employment Opportunities

We are seeking intelligent, committed and motivated people with a sense of initiative who possesses a genuine interest in Horticulture. No previous experience is necessary. The positions are located in Leongatha & Foster. Further information may be obtained by calling Steve Missen at South Gippsland Shire Council on (03) 5662 9104.

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South East Services Network GippsCare Leongatha POSITION VACANT The Salvation Army South East Services Network seeks applicants for the following position:

Project Officer - SESN Quality Improvement 3 days part-time (22.8 hrs) The Salvation Army South East Services Network provides a wide range of support services for individuals, families and young people in the Eastern Victoria Division. A new and exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional to assist with Quality Improvement Systems. A knowledge of and experience with Quality Systems is essential. Experience and knowledge of homelessness and Placement and Support programs is desirable. The position will assist with the preparation of documents for reviews and the implementation of Quality Work Plans. The position will primarily be based at the SESN-Gipps Care office in Leongatha but travel to the SESN head office in Frankston will be an expectation. The following criteria is applicable to this position: • Applicants must be willing to work within the Mission and Values of The Salvation Army. • A current driver’s licence is essential. • A satisfactory Police Check is essential. • A Working With Children Check is essential. • Proof of eligibility to work in Australia is essential. • All applicants are required to cite the name of three (3) referees. • Applications are to be received no later than close of business, Monday, March 8, 2010. For further information contact: Celia Irwin, SESN Senior Manager GippsCare, Doveton Community Support Services and Quality Improvement 5662 4502 A Position Description can be obtained by contacting: Debbie Gillin, GippsCare,Administration/Finance or email debbie.gillin@aus.salvationarmy.org South East Services Network is a Child Safe Organisation

Social Planner

Be part of the team shaping our Shire’s future • Major regional growth area • Lifestyle opportunities • Generous salary Bass Coast has experienced huge growth resulting in an exciting and diverse range of social planning challenges for an energetic individual who is passionate about making a difference in the local community. Using your initiative and relationship skills you will challenge the thinking of community members and other areas of Government within a strong evidence based framework. Developing social policy and strategic plans, researching the demographics of changing communities and identifying current and future community needs will be your key responsibilities. In addition to relevant tertiary quali cations, you will have experience in research, social planning, skills in identifying key social issues and strong communication skills. Call our human resources staff on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or visit the employment section on our website for more information. Bass Coast Shire Council, 76 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi VIC 3995 | DX 34903 Wonthaggi | PO Box 118, Wonthaggi VIC 3995 | 1300 BCOAST (226 278) for standard call cost | basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au | www.basscoast.vic.gov.au

INDEPENDENT EXTERNAL MEMBER AUDIT & RISK MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE South Gippsland Water Corporation is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified people to fill an independent external member vacancy on the Corporation’s Audit and Risk Management Committee. Interested applicants should have tertiary qualifications and/or be able to demonstrate experience at a senior level in a financial, commercial or governance role. An appreciation of the issues surrounding best practice corporate governance with a particular focus on business risk would be advantageous as also would chartered accounting expertise. The Committee provides oversight and advice to the Board on matters of accountability, risk and internal control across the Corporation’s activities and consists of 4 members comprising 3 Board Members and an independent external member. The successful applicant will be appointed for a period of up to 3 years and is expected to attend 4 to 6 meetings each year. An information pack, including the Corporation’s Audit & Risk Management Committee Charter and Internal Audit Charter are available for viewing on the Corporation’s website: www.sgwater.com.au or a copy may be obtained by phoning Joanne Williams on 03 5682 0444. All other enquiries relating to this role can be directed to Philippe du Plessis, Manager Financial and Corporate Services on 03 5682 0444. Written expressions of interest; including details of qualifications and experience; should be forwarded to: Confidential - Audit & Risk Management Committee Managing Director South Gippsland Water P.O. Box 102 Foster Vic 3960 Closing Date: March 5, 2010

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(Remuneration approx. $43K) South Gippsland Water invites applications for the position of Sustainability / EMS Ofﬁcer. The position is based in Wonthaggi and will assist with the implementation of Quality Assurance Programs and the Environment Management System. The successful applicant will also be required to assist with Wastewater and Trade Waste related programs. The successful applicant should have good written and oral communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Commensurate work experience or qualiﬁcations in a relevant discipline are required together with computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. South Gippsland Water is an employer committed to staff development and training. A position description and further information is available at our website www.sgwater.com.au Email applications to mfowler@sgwater.com.au or address to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water P.O. Box 102 Foster Vic 3960 Applications close Friday 19 February 2010.

HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropratic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L

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REGISTERED NURSE DIVISION 1 - MIDWIFE Permanent Full Time - Part Time - Casual Gippsland Southern Health Service is located just 1½ hours from Melbourne - situated within easy reach of the south eastern suburbs and just a short drive from Wilsons Prom, Phillip Island and the Bunurong Coastal Reserve. Gippsland Southern Health Service is a two-campus health service, located at both Korumburra and Leongatha. Gippsland Southern Health Service seeks applications for the above position. The successful applicants will need to provide all facets of care, while working as part of a team in our midwifery and acute area. GSHS offers a comprehensive orientation program on commencement of employment. All nursing staff have access to excellent staff mentoring, education and support programs. Salary Packaging is available to all permanent staff. All applicants will be required to supply a current satisfactory police check. If you are interested in joining a supportive and progressive team please contact the Personnel Manager, Janet Arrott-Watt on 5667 5503 to obtain an application kit. Applicants are also encouraged to contact Neil Langstaff on 5667 5507 to discuss the employment opportunities at GSHS. Completed application kits can be forwarded by Friday, February 26, 2010 to: Neil Langstaff Director of Nursing Inpatient/Residential Care Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953

Leongatha MILKER required 5 days per week, Mon-Fri, AM and PM milkings. 5664-7285, 0439-409949.

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Burrows Way Estate Stage 2 (off Gibson Street), Leongatha In accordance with Section 144 of the Water Act 1989, notice is hereby given that all lots contained within PS543616E have been provided with water and sewer services and are now liable to be rated as a serviced property as from January 27, 2010. Steve Evans Managing Director South Gippsland Water

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Planning rules now apply in wildfire risk areas The Wildfire Management Overlay (WMO) has been applied to areas in the Shire of South Gippsland where the vegetation and topography could support wildfire with an intensity that may pose a threat to life and property. These areas have been identified by the Country Fire Authority. Why has the WMO been introduced? The WMO has been introduced to ensure that fire protection measures that will help to protect life and property from the threat of wildfire are included in new development. The WMO is only applied to those areas where the potential intensity of wildfire means that special protection measures are required to help new development withstand the passage of fire. A planning permit is required for new development, including houses, in these areas. Does the WMO affect your property? You can see if the WMO affects your property by obtaining a free Planning Property Report online at: www.land.vic.gov.au If you believe that the application of the WMO to your property is not warranted you can ask for a review by an independent Advisory Committee. More information is available To find out where the WMO has been applied, how the WMO will affect development on your land and how to ask for a review go to: www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planning/WMO

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public notices Wooreen Avenue of Honour PUBLIC MEETING March 3, 2010 2pm LEONGATHA RSL UPSTAIRS MEETING ROOM Phase 2 Road Side Reserve and Amenities All interested residents welcome to attend Nicole 0427 686 277

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KONGWAK MARKET Sunday10am Inside and out Come early if it's hot! Collectables, vintage, retro, plants, books, produce, trash, curry, coffee, live music and more... It's fun, come! Call 0417 142 478 for more info Kongwak Market is a smoke free event

public notices Piano, Violin, Cello, Keyboard, Guitar, Bass and Drums tuition AT MEENIYAN John and Diana Rees Phone 0488 186 898

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FORM B SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMIT An Application for Planning Permit has been made which may affect you. The land affected by the application is: 100-102 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan, VIC 3956 being CA 15 S1 Parish of Nerrena. The application is for a permit to: Use and development of land for the purposes of a supermarket and associated signage. The applicant for the permit is: Newplay Pty Ltd. The application reference number is: 2009/339. You may look at the application and any documents that support the application at the office of the Responsible Authority. The Responsible Authority is: South Gippsland Shire Council Private Bag 4 9 Smith Street, Leongatha 3953 Viewing of documents can be done during office hours (8.30am to 5pm) and is free of charge. Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority. An objection must be sent to the Responsible Authority in writing, including the reasons for the objection and stating how the objector would be affected. If you object, the Responsible Authority will inform you of its decision. The Responsible Authority will not decide on this application until 14 days after the date of this Notice. Dated: 16/2/2010. * Please be aware that copies of submissions received by Council may be made available for inspection to any person for the purpose of consideration as part of the planning process.

AT MEENIYAN

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for sale

HAY, small square bales, $8 each.Fully shedded, suitable for horses, never been wet. Quality guaranteed. Mardan 5664-1320.

HEN HOUSES, fox proof, good quality, 6-8 chooks. The perfect henhouse. Ph: 5664-2443.

LOUNGE and 2 recliners. Excellent cond, navy blue velour. $2,000 new, sell $800. 0427-878572.

LUCERNE, 3rd and 4th cut, feed test available, $180/ ton plus GST and freight. Phone Mark 0427-655194.

OLD PORT Poultry Farm. Delivering 20 w.o. laying hens to your area Saturday, February 27, $17 each. Ph: 0438-832535 (b/h) or 51832515 (a/h).

PLASTER SHEETS (new) $4 mtr, up to 6m lengths. 5664-5424.

POOL, above ground, pump and filter, $1,500 ONO. Ph: 5662-3195.

PUREBRED Pug puppies, parents papers, fawn, 2 males, 8 weeks, vacc. vet check, $1,000. Ph: 51841200 Yarram area.

PURE Lab puppies, 6 weeks old, vet checked, vaccinated and wormed. 3 black, 2 chocolate. Ph: 5659-7311.

RAMS - East Friesian X, $60. Ph: 0408-867436.

SILAGE (Millet) 5x4 rolls, $62 inc. GST, Tarwin area. Ph: 5663-6244.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.

SOUTHDOWN Poll Dorset and Border Leicester rams, 1½ years, flock registered, brucellosis accredited. Can deliver. $295 each. 56862699, 0428-356376.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175

TIMBER - kiln dried blackwood, clear pine, silver wattle. Most sizes for furniture and craft. Also builder’s graded structural pine. Phone 5681-2261.

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HAY New season’s Quality small squares Good colour Shedded Ideal for horses $8 per bale Delivery available Phone 5668 1324, 5664 1303 or 0407 885 074

birthdays

FREE Pick-up and delivery in Leongatha/Meeniyan areas for MOTOR MOWERS,

CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC. Repairs and services

Phone JOHN GOULD 5664 0012

garage sales

GARAGE SALE

Cheap cupboards and benchtops available, various colours. Please call Gary 0417 384 868

used machinery SILAGE CART, Gendore, dual wheels, GC. Ph: 0408051418.

used vehicles

FREE CAR REMOVAL Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal All machinery Bins provided

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593 HOLDEN VX Commodore, 2002, silver, lowered, 18’ mags, LSD, sports exhaust, RPG755, $7,200. Ph: 0401194601. MERCEDES, 1977, 250 petrol, reg. DSG583. VG order, $4,200 ONO. Ph: 5678-0479. TOYOTA Landcruiser GXL V8, 2004 model, petrol, 57,000km only, black, never off-road, pristine condition, bullbar, side steps, tinted windows, electric brake system. Forced sale, $38,500. Ph: (03)51696435.

livestock CHOOKS, Isa Brown pullets for sale. Genuine free range eggs available. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Mirboo North. Ph: 0417-384760.

Love Nan Wilson, the Dowel clan, and the McIndoes.

birthday remembrance PICKERSGILL - Herbert “Bert”. 15/2/1921. There’s never a day when you’re not in our thoughts. Always loved. Greatly missed. Love Clare, Rod, Jessica, Jacob.

births

Saturday, February 20

28 BENT STREET 8am onwards No early birds Furniture Quilting material Children’s toys and plants

CLEAN OUT WORKSHOP SALE

DOWEL - Stacey. Wishing Stace a very happy birthday. We all hope you have a fantastic day. Missing you heaps.

ELKIN, Rod and Dannielle are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first baby, Beau Aiden, born February 5 at West Gippsland Hospital, Warragul.

meetings

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Korumburra & District Darts Association

Jenny Milkins

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING To be held at the

Korumburra Golf Club On Wednesday, February 24 at 7.30pm A member from all teams is required to attend

lost 1 YEARLING Hereford heifer, AM Saturday, Simons Road area. Ph: 0418-555833.

for rent VENUS BAY - house, short stroll to beach and shops, sleeps 7. Contact: 0408320001.

room to let FULL board including food and internet, $200 per week neg. Leongatha. Suit professional. Glenda 0418540533.

wanted to rent P R O F E S S I O N A L LY employed female requires accommodation in Leongatha (prefer near hospital), one/two bedroom unit, house or share. Ph: 0411-877238.

wanted to buy FURNITURE: Parker, Noblett, Tessa, Chiswell, Moran, or any quality brand name used furniture. Phone Wendy on 0409-234482.

work wanted FULLY Qualified Painter. No job too small. Good rates. Call Drew on 56624238 or 0418-517443.

Ride for shelter THE annual Rotary District 9820 Ride to Conference is on again, starting on February 21 through to February 26. This year it begins and ends in Sale and travels through East and South Gippsland towns of Paynesville, Bairnsdale, Bruthen, Orbost, Lakes Entrance, Maffra, Sale, Longford and Yarram. About 63 riders, comprising Rotarians and partners as well as 18 international exchange students, will cover the ride of over 600km, supported by a road crew of 12. One of the riders, Rotarian Stewart Woods said the Bendigo Bank was one of the major sponsors. Riders were aiming at raising $1000 each, while paying their own expenses at around $410. A total of around $60,000 is expected to be raised by riders and donors with the support of Rotary Clubs for several charities. The event is now in its ninth year and has

All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

MERLENE STRATTON Leongatha 5662 2574

engagements MCMAHON (Bateman) Annette, Greg, Alicia and Luke, along with Sandra, Michael and Tash, are happy to announce

Casey & Matt’s Engagement on 3/2/10 Love and best wishes to both of you TROTMAN - APPLEYARD Steve and Emma are happy to announce their engagement to family and friends.

message of hope BUT if you stay joined to me (Jesus) and my words remain in you, you may make any request you like, and it will be granted. John 15:7.

bereavement thanks KINNISH - William John. To Paul Beck and the Reverend Janet Wallis, and all those people who attended and assisted at my brother’s funeral, I extend my personal thanks. Yours sincerely, Neil Kinnish.

deaths CAMPBELL-HICKS Bessie, (formerly Charman). Passed away suddenly at Latrobe Hospital on February 14, 2010. Age 89 years. Dearly loved wife of Wally Charman (dec.) and Bill Campbell-Hicks (dec.). Loving and loved mother of Wendy, Loretta and Geoff, stepmother of Jann and Chris. Treasured nana of Gary, Brett and Vicki, Chynna, Michelle and Darren, Andrew and Simon, Romy Marie and Peter. Extremely proud great grandmother and great great grandmother. An inspiration to all who knew her.

crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8209 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Mental effort. 8, Arc-her. 9, Railed. 10, DialleD (rev.). 12, Sa-MM-y. 15, Sha-me. 16, Shuts up. 18, S-heat-h. 20, Re-late. 22, Cattle dealer. Down - 1, Bear with. 2, I-t-Ch. 3, Blur-Ted. 4, A-fi-re. 5, Do-mina-n’t. 6, Stye (anag.). 11, L-a-MB-asts. 13, Mounties (anag.). 14, Char-ade. 17, Ch-ill. 19, Hack. 21, Lead. QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8209 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Significance. 8, Little. 9, Unease. 10, Parsnip. 12, Linen. 15, Cedar. 16, Barrier. 18, Gallop. 20, Sprite. 22, Rhododendron. Down - 1, Mitigate. 2, Unit. 3, Pfennig. 4, Occur. 5, Inferior. 6, Lees. 11, Smallbox. 13, Exertion. 14, Hamster. 17, Spook. 19, Awry. 21, Rude.

Rotary riders: Some of the riders are Stewart and Sue Woods, Marilyn Hill, John and Janette Shandley. Sharon Bourke, centre, is customer service ofﬁcer of the Bendigo Bank in Korumburra, one of the main sponsors. raised more than $450,000. Harold the Giraffe from Life Education will travel with the riders and appear at primary schools along the route that will participate in the Life Education program. Life Education is aimed at preparing primary aged children for coping with drug exposure and also to promote a healthy lifestyle. The ride will also support

Rotary Centenary House, which is a community funded hostel to accommodate sick children and adults attending the Latrobe Regional Hospital for long-term outpatient treatment. Also supported will be ShelterBox Australia. It is a Rotary International project which delivers emergency relief at times of disasters. The boxes contain a fully-

equipped tent, with sleeping bags, light, heat and water and cooking utensils for 10 people. Rotary Shelter boxes are often the ﬁrst assistance on the ground. Donations to assist the fundraising efforts will be gladly accepted by your local participating riders who may be contacted through your local Rotary club.

White not right BUSINESS owners in parts of White Road Wonthaggi, are sick to death of the road works that have been going on seemingly forever. They’re calling for compensation for loss of trade. Twenty have signed a petition to Bass Coast Council. “Are you aware of the extreme difﬁculties and ﬁnancial downturn happening to businesses affected by these works?” asks the petition. “How much longer will the Bass Highway/White Road works take? “Why are they not proceeding at full strength? The project has a l-o-n-g history.

It’s many years since Bass Coast Council proposed upgrading that entrance to town with a service road, kerb and channelling. VicRoads offered $200,000 towards the cost. Council lobbied for more. VicRoads stood ﬁrm. Then along came the Wonthaggi desalination plant and its need for upgrades on the Bass Highway and Lower Powlett Road. That work went ahead and the White Road scheme became part of the greater whole. But it’s still going. The petition is due to go before councillors at their meeting on Wednesday. Petitioners are unlikely to be thrilled with the result. Council local law requires that a petition “lie on the table” for a month.

Desal moves right along By Jane Ross THERE’LL be 1000 people working on the Wonthaggi desalination plant by the end of this year. Greg Miller, project director with construction company Thiess Degremont, said this on Friday at the opening of the new desalination information ofﬁce in Murray Street Wonthaggi. “We’ve been blown away by the response to the jobs,” he told The Star. “We’re very conﬁdent we’ll get really good skills.” There are 200 construction workers on the Williamsons Beach site, plus another 100 or so Thiess Degremont staff and sub contractors. The latter includes Donmix which is providing the early concrete, a contract it will share with a larger company as construction progresses. “The main thing is to get the concrete done before the winter.” Mr Miller shared the job of cutting a ribbon at the opening with AquaSure community and

public relations manager John Ridley. Speaking to The Star after the ceremony, Mr Miller said aggressive targets were being set for the construction because of the tight timeline. “We’re making good progress.” Eighty per cent of the earth works have been done. The next critical area is the foundations for the reverse osmosis structure; 30 per cent of that is complete. Then there’s the piling work for the foundations of the ﬁltration system and a third of that is done. Mr Miller said there have been no problems with undermining, an earlier concern expressed by local people because of the mine shafts in the area. “The ground is good, stable and work has gone to plan.” Mr Miller will stay with the construction job until after it has been completed and his colleague Pierre Mazounie will take over as the head of operations and maintenance. Mr Mazounie is already on site.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - PAGE 43

Revved up: Johnston House members show support for their team

Cooler conditions at the pool COOLER conditions made for a great day of swimming at the Leongatha Primary School house sports on Monday. House rivalry was strong, with Herrald competing against Hyland, Johnston and Strzelecki for top honours. Parents were out in force cheering and helping the teachers run the sports. Top performers will go on to represent their school at regional level.

Race ready: Johnston swimmers, from left, Ben Green, Tim Sauvarin, Joel Webb, Louis Riseley, and Thomas McFarlane get ready to compete.

TIDES Getting prepared: these swimmers get ready for the changeover.

Go Blue: Clay Alexander supports the Hyland team.

Go girls: from left, enjoying their racing are, Amy Robertson, Kate Norton, Sarah Bouquet, and Kiera Brown

Thumbs up: Michael McKinnon and Sarin Barnhard support Herrald.

H. James 5/25) d. Korumburra 1/35 (D. Dutchman n.o. 15).

South Gippsland Bridge Club

C Grade Wonthaggi Workmens 113 (M Dalton 47; M. Lambe 2/5) lt. Poowong/Loch 4/81 (S. Dinger n.o. 48). Fish Creek/Tarwin 47 (B. Moore 2/6) lt. Town 7/90 (T. Willcocks 31, I. McCallum n.o. 29; T. Stybosh 2/6). MDU 162 (M. Cantwell 68; A. Schreck 6/21) d Wonthaggi Miners 4/35 (T. Zukovskis 2/4). Koonwarra RSL 200 (M. Martin 47, N. Arnup n.o. 45; N. Adams 3/55) v OMK.

D Grade Imperials 165 (A. Meyer 34; G. Matthies 3/43, M. Dooney 3/21) v Koonwarra RSL. Inverloch 6/322 (M. Foley 50, J. Muir 74, W. Holmes n.o. 102) v Glen Alvie 5/35 (J. Wheeler 16, J Tiziani n.o. 10; J. Dalmau 3/12, D. Jones 1/2). Town 9/172 (G. Goss 54, S. Westaway 44, J. Schelling n.o. 25; B. Standfield 4/52, A. Trotto 3/27) v Nerrena. Phillip Island 137 (P. Francis r.o. 41; S. McKenzie 3/35,

E Grade Poowong/Loch 6/175 (J. Cochrane 32, G. Birnie n.o. 25, D. Thomas n.o. 18) v OMK. MDU v Wonthaggi Miners. No results available. Foster 8/320 (S. Westaway 140, D. Dower 82, S. Jones n.o. 26; P. Cashman 4/79) v Phillip Island. Wonthaggi Workmens 124 (D. McGuirk 35, S. Sherrin n.o. 10) v Town.

Under 16 East MDU 8/196 (M. Olden ret. n.o. 70, T. Harris 36; J. Richer 3/54, S. Chaseling 3/46) d Foster 106 (S. Chaseling 33, J. Witherow 2/8). Korumburra 5/215 (J. Raabe ret. n.o. 38, N. Allen ret. n.o. 50, K. Miller n.o. 33, J. Meade ret. n.o. 40) d Koonwarra RSL 9/110 (B. Graham 49; J. Wyhoon 3/9). Imperials 185 (M. Elliott 89, R. McGavin n.o. 29; M. Borschman 3/30) d Town 7/150

(J .McMillan 44, N. Moore 42, S. Worthy n.o. 21). Wonthaggi Workmens 4/260 (S. Huitema n.o. 70, J. Liddle n.o. 73, M. Kelly 34) d Fish Creek/Tarwin 6/130 (S. Emmanuel 45, R. Musinskas 31).

Under 16 West Phillip Island 165 (A. Officer 50, J. Sorarti r.o. 42; J. Reid 3/35) d Poowong/Loch 8/124 (T. Lancaster 59; B. Young 4/29). Glen Alvie 9/58 (D. Williams n.o. 13; J. Piasente 4/19) and 2nd innings 9/43 (J. Tiziani n.o. 10; A. Schreck 9/17) d Wonthaggi Miners 3/198 (J. Honeysett 60, J. Piasente 65). Inverloch 9/139 (B. Barron 31, J. Black 30, L. Johnson n.o. 15; A. Harrison 3/15) and 2nd innings 6/104 (J. Dalmau r.o. 14, A. Brayley 47) d OMK 50 (A. Brayley 2/8). Wonthaggi Gold - bye.

Results MEENIYAN – Monday evening. North/South: 1st Faye Rowlands, Frank Arndt. 2nd Sally and Brian Hoskins. 3rd Margaret Munro, Ellie McIntyre. East/West: 1st Susan Rufﬁn, Clive Hope. 2nd Kathryn Smith, David Baggallay. 3rd Barbara Axten, Pat West, and Winsome and Peter Richards. Tarwin Lower – Tuesday afternoon. North/ South: 1st Jack Kuiper, Alan Johnston. 2nd Wendy and David Saleeba. 3rd Hannah Martin, Leila Bell. 4th Anne Gibson, Althea Drew. East/West: 1st Frank Arndt, Clive Hope. 2nd Barbara Axten, Margaret Munro. 3rd George Geekie, Mavis Parks. 4th Norma Hannay, Ann Dujela. Inverloch – Friday afternoon. North/South: 1st Jack Kuiper, Dina Drury. 2nd John Farr, Anne Williams. 3rd Bruce and Anne Gibson. 4th Phillip Chapman, Hilton Jupp. 5th Ann Dujela, Jean Barbour. East/West: 1st Colin Cameron, Althea Drew. 2nd Jack Curtis, Enid Adam. 3rd Kaye Douglas, John Sutton. 4th George Geekie, Dawn Jolly. 5th Norma Hannay, Marj Freeman. Note: Subs are now due. AGM – Friday, February 19 at 11.30am.

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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Croquet

Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, February 10 saw 14 players on a fairly hot night with four teams, two of four and two of three.

AFTER two weeks of pennant, Leongatha is still not registering a win, but are enjoying the competition.

Week one saw them lose to Korumburra 1, 60 hoops to 43. We congratulate our oldest member, Elma Thiele who is over 90, for her ﬁghting spirit and expertise. Week two, the loss was to Wonthaggi 2, 62 hoops to Leongatha 42. Five of our association players entered the Phillip Island tournament. All enjoyed their games on the upgraded lawns of Santa Anna at Phillip Island.

In fourth (LLL), skipper Bill Wolswinkle, Joyce Occhipinti and Jim Atkins. Third (LWL), skipper Sebastian Terranova, Peter Heldens and Gemma Poletti. Second (WLW), skipper Toni Heldens,

Korumburra parlor RESULTS of teams competition played February 11. Pennant team: Elma Thiele, Christine Robertson, Merryn Dyson-Holland and Trevor and Pearl White.

• CENTRAL GIPPSLAND CRICKET

Runouts costly for Mirboo North THREE run outs proved costly for Mirboo North in their TRUenergy Yallourn Cup match against Latrobe after they were sent into bat by Anthony Bloomfield. The Tigers lost James Grande (0) when John Kus bowled him with the score at 9 but after a promising second wicket stand of 52 between Andrew Yarnton (54) and Joe O’Loughlin (10) the first of three run outs started. O’Loughlin went for a risky three but was beaten to the crease by a wonderful throw by John Kus from deep fine leg. When Jarrod Speed (0) was trapped leg before two runs later the Tigers then saw Steve Rogers bowled by Bloomfield and the Tigers were in trouble. Anthony Matthews was the second run out victim when Justin Vajler threw the wicket down at the non strikers end when the Mirboo North captain had backed up too far and could not get back

in time. Damien Turner was the third run out when Sam Mooney’s throw ended the Mirboo North’s innings. Shane Peters was not out 27 in a score of 119. Latrobe’s bowlers did not give much away and Aaron Mc Donald was most economical conceding 10 runs off 10 with one maiden. Latrobe was cruising at 2/51 when they lost three quick wickets without adding to the score. Four of Latrobe’s batsmen were trapped in front. Steven Freshwater (12*) and Aaron Mc Donald (12*) steadied the ship and added another 23 runs to see the Sharks 5/74 at stumps still 45 away from first innings points. Mirboo North started with 10 fielders and was down to nine in the final hour with Dale Banks the destroyer taking 3/9 from 10 overs and he will play a big part in his side’s effort to snatch first innings points this Saturday. Thorpdale kept their slender final four hopes alive in Second Grade with a last over win against third placed Mirboo

North. Chasing 155 for victory the Blues were still a couple of runs short when the ﬁnal over started and Pat Spinazzolla saw his team over the line. Mirboo North father and son combination of Trevor and Lachie Banks just failed to pull off an upset win over Hazelwood North in Third Grade. Trevor took 4/23 while son Lachie made 41. It was a good day for the Banks family when Dale Banks took 3/9 in First Grade. Mirboo North won by two runs against Willow Grove on the last ball of the day in the Colts Division to consolidate second spot on the ladder. Luke Heath was the star for the Tigers taking 5/23 and making 22 valuable runs. In other games St Vincents and Moe had easy wins over Hazelwood North and Latrobe.

Wonthaggi Little Aths S E V E N T Y- F I V E athletes competed at Little Athletics this week. Our athletes have certainly hit form at the right time of the year with the Regional championships on at Moe next Sunday. An incredible six records were broken this week, ﬁve of them in the walks and 99 PBs obtained. Congratulations to Taylah Cook (U9G), Brodie Yann (U9B), Olivia Petersen (U10G) and Elijah Lappin (U10B) who all broke the 1100 Metre walk records. Liam Arnold (U12B) broke the 1500 Metre walk record and Sadie Plumb (U14G) broke the 800 metres record. Well done to these 6 athletes. Well done to Ariana Blackney (U13G) and Sandra Plumb (U14G) who both had 4 PB’s from their 5 events on Saturday. In last week’s results an error occurred: the Under 7 Boys 70m placings should be 1st: E Spaull 12.07, 2nd: J Garnham 13.21, 3rd: A Maxwell 13.32. We apologise

for the error. This Sunday, February 21 we will have 36 of our athletes competing at the regional championships at Moe. We wish them all well and are conﬁdent they will all do the club proud. Because the championships are next weekend there will be no Little Athletics this Saturday, February 20. Instead, we will run a twilight meeting on Wednesday, February 17, starting at 5pm. Little Aths will revert back to Saturdays the following week (February 27).

Results Under 6 girls: 60MH: D. Loughridge 17.50. 100m: D. Loughridge 20.09, M. Luz 21.56, J. Epson 23.40. 200M: D. Loughridge 48.88, M. Luz 49.12, J Epson 23.40. Discus: D. Loughridge 5.35, M. Luz 4.86, J. Epson 2.92. Long Jump: D. Loughridge 2.12, M. Luz 1.51, J. Epson 1.43. Boys: 60MH: T. Dickie 17.56, K. Yann 17.71, Jacob Timmermans 21.74. 100m: T. Dickie 20.00, K. Yann 20.24, B. Mabilia 21.93. 200m: K. Yann 48.65, T. Dickie 48.84,

Leongatha Squash Club Results A Grade unavailable.

results

B Grade Inverloch 2-10-137 d Mirboo 2-9-116. Mardan 3-9-111 d Buffalo 1-6-106 Stony 4-12-123 d Korumburra 0-3-68 Leongatha 3-9-110 d Tarwin 1-6-104 Match of the Week

goes to Jordan Bolge and Cheryl Lillis. Cheryl, a tricky left hander, has returned to squash after a couple of years break and had the upper hand in the ﬁrst two games. However, Jordan, an up and coming younger player, persevered and managed to take the next three games and win the match.

B. Mabilia 52.10. Discus: B. Mabilia 11.49, K. Yann 9.72, T. Dickie 7.03. Long jump: B. Mabilia 2.16, T. Dickie 1.86, K. Yann 1.79. Under 7 girls: 60MH: N. Slade 18.34, H. Fallow 20.38, Mikaela Notley 21.43. 70m: N. Slade 14.13, M. Notley and H. Fallow 14.31eq. 400m: N. Slade 1.56.84, H. Fallow 2.00.51, Mikaela Notley 2.05.76. Triple jump: N. Slade 3.13, H. Fallow 2.84, Mikaela Notley 2.67. Shot put: N. Slade 3.84, Mikaela Notley 2.92, H. Fallow 2.51. Boys: 60MH: A. Maxwell 16.05, E. Spaull 16.36, J. Garnham 17.44. 70M: E. Spaull 12.32, A. Maxwell and J. Garnham 13.21eq. 400m: E. Spaull 1.40.06, S. Tessari 1.41.46, A. Maxwell 1.46.62. Triple jump: A. Maxwell 3.85, J. Garnham 3.56, P. Fitzgerald 3.54. Shot put: J. Garnham 5.67, A. Maxwell 5.15, A. Burns 5.08. Under 8 girls: 60MH: L. Moje-O’Brien 16.75, C. Bramley 17.03. 100m: C. Bramley 20.31, L. MojeO’Brien 20.49. 400m: C. Bramley 1.40.96, L. MojeO’Brien 1.43.21. High jump: C. Bramley 0.75. Discus: C. Bramley 11.06. Boys: 60MH: W. Clarkson 16.31, B. Wingfield 16.38, R. Slade 16.60. 100m: B. Wingfield 18.57, R. Slade 19.05, J. Anderson 19.71. 400m: B. Wingfield 1.34.60, R. Slade 1.34.62, W. Clarkson 1.41.20. High jump: R. Slade 0.82cb, W. Clarkson 0.82cb, B. Wingfield 0.82. Discus: W. Clarkson 10.86, A. Lacanaria 10.74, B. Wingfield 10.46. Under 9 girls: 100m: Melody Notley 17.53, T. Cook 17.73, E. Turton 18.87. 400m: T.

Cook 1.44.83, Melody Notley 1.48.06, C. Fallow 1.48.59. 1100m walk: T. Cook 8.21.27 (record), C. Fallow 8.40.62, Melody Notley 9.00.28. Long jump: T. Cook 2.62, Melody Notley 2.28, E. Turton 2.16. Shot put: Melody Notley 5.07, T. Cook 3.52, T. Dell 3.48. Boys: 100m: R. Sparkes 17.10, B. Yann 18.13, Jackson Timmermans 20.13. 400m: R. Sparkes 1.30.26, B. Yann 1.42.01, Jackson Timmermans 1.53.78. 1100m walk: B. Yann 8.21.04 (record), Ryan Sparkes 8.21.51, Jackson Timmermans 9.12.60. Long jump: Ryan Sparkes 3.16, B. Yann 2.77, Jackson Timmermans 1.95. Shot put: R. Sparkes 5.74, B. Yann 4.95, Jackson Timmermans 3.27. Under 10 girls: 70m: O. Petersen 12.50, B. Lowe 12.81, E. Wingfield 13.11. 400m: B. Lowe 1.36.89, B. Dickie 1.40.35, E Wingfield 1.40.43. 1100m walk: O. Petersen 7.46.58, B. Lowe 8.40.32, E. Wingfield 8.41.34. Triple jump: E. Wingfield 5.04, O. Petersen 4.99, B. Lowe 4.90. Discus: O. Petersen 9.62, E. Wingfield 9.36, B. Lowe 7.49. Boys: 70m: M. Fallow 11.88, B. Anderson 11.90, T. Taylor-Eagles 12.09. 400m: M. Fallow 1.22.07, B. Anderson 1.23.14, T. TaylorEagles 1.26.84. 1100m walk: E. Lappin 7.46.99 (record), N. Foote 7.50.14, B. Taylor 8.00.57. Triple jump: M. Fallow 7.28, T. Taylor-Eagles 6.66, B. Taylor 6.19. Discus: N. Foote 16.26, M. Fallow 15.50, T. Taylor-Eagles 15.35.

Pretenders 20 defeated VRI 19. The Burra 25 defeated Sicilians 18. Kookaburras 22 defeated Kardella 21. Battlers - bye Results of indoor bias bowls played February 8. First - three wins and 14 shots up: Rob Armstrong, Val Rudd and Lynn McCord. Second - two wins and six shots up: Connie Occhipinti, Lee Armstrong and John Meyer. Third - one win and one draw: Mary Tumino, Arc Gammaldi and Laurie Wyhoon.

Tarwin Lower BAREFOOT bowls had another great night with the Topdogs the Woodducks going down and a late charge for a top four spot by the Ramones, Barefeet and Scratched. Sandy won the meat tray and there were too many whinges to name a weekly whingers award. On a warm sultry day the Turkey triples saw all the greens full the winning team came from Wonthaggi consisting of K. Webb, A. Mcfayden and J. Bird. Runners up were a Meeniyan team of D. Gillet, A. Hanks and D. Kuhne. Best last game was won by B. Harris, C. Dawson and D. Birks. On Wednesday four ladies travelled to Foster for their 50th anniversary for a most enjoyable day of bowling lunch and afternoon entertainment. Last reminder for the monthly dinner this Saturday with a country and western theme. Charity day will be held on March 19 with a rafﬂe currently running in the club being drawn. Please support the Charity Heart Kids. Dumbalk Indoor ON Monday, February 8, 17 bowlers competed in two games of 11 ends. The winners were Kay Cook (skipper), Brian Kilpin, Jim Atkins, Lindsay Richards and Frank Peile with two wins and plus 15 shots. The runners-up were Stephen Holmes (skipper), Robert Burden, Pat Thomas and June Butterworth with two wins and plus six shots.

Peter Tiziani, Graeme Tobias and Ian Benson. First (WWW), skipper Rod McConchie, Andrew Hanks, Carolyn Benson and Joe Occhipinti. The best ﬁrst game Toni 12-2, second Rod 13-1, third Rod 14-3. We wished Sebastian a happy birthday for last Friday. We hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm.

Leongatha WHAT was that old saying, “There’s something in the air”, well how right it was as Saturday saw the start of pennant finals fever in the realm of bowls. Division 1 teams travelled to Meeniyan to do battle with Inverloch White in the first of the finals series and came away winners by 25 shots, so earning them a place in the Division 1 grand final in two weeks’ time, and a shot at the crown of the back-to-back flags. Well done, and let’s hope this can be achieved. Division 2 travelled to Phillip Island to do battle in what was the knockout semi final. According to all reports this was a tense battle, with Leongatha winning by just three shots. However they were very fortunate to have the team skippered by (master teacher Mr H) whose pupils in his team performed with top marks, so saving as they say ‘the day’ for Leongatha. Well done overall, however this is just the first hurdle, now to get over the next hurdle next Saturday, February 20 to enable them to have a place is in the Division 2 grand final. Saturday, February 13 also saw at the Leongatha club greens, the club play host to the Division 3 and Division 6 semi finals, along with at times a very vocal supporter crowd. In Division 3, Phillip Island played Foster, while Wonthaggi played Fish Creek. Phillip Island won their way into the grand final, while Fish Creek defeated Wonthaggi. In Division 6, Phillip

Meeniyan FOR week six of our corporate bowls, the major sponsors were Mitre 10 and Thomas Tree Trimmers (TTT). Tuesday night winners were Triple Trouble with runners-up Bombers. Wednesday night winners were Hattams with runners- up Mixtures. Social bowls on Wednesday was won by Ron Gloster and Trevor Bidwell from a field of 21. The lucky draw went to Graeme Tobias. Saturday February 13 was an extremely busy day for our club as we hosted the Division 1 semi finals. In addition, divisions two and five were playing in semi finals. At Phillip Island, Division 2, who finished

Island played Inverloch and Wonthaggi played Lang Lang. Catering for the day was undertaken by Leongatha, and as usual was well done under leadership of the club’s head catering lady, Mary J. and team. Wednesday, February 19 saw a field of 16 players take to the greens in the midweek social bowls, with the winners on the day being Russell Trotman and Jeff Pendergast on two wins plus 16, and the runner-up Neville Sweet and Jack Rayson on two wins plus five shots. Sponsors for the day were Bridge Dairies, and the club thanks them for their valued support. Sunday, February 14 was the Regent Caravans’ ladies triples tournament taking centre stage on the greens. Thirty-two teams took part in the day and one of those teams was a Leongatha team with the aim of defending their title from last year’s event. Results on the day were as follows: Winning team was Marj Pearson, Averil VanWamel and Glenda Trotman; runners-up Ann Green’s Phillip Island team; third Mavis Parks’ Inverloch team; fourth Mary Jepson’s team. It was a late finish due to heavy showers, however overall a very successful tournament, and the club thanks Regent Caravans for their valuable suport in staging these events.

fourth, again had a very close game against Leongatha, ultimately going down by three shots with one winning rink. Now out of contention, they have nevertheless had a very successful season. At Mirboo North, Division 5, who ﬁnished second, played San Remo. With all rinks winning, the score was 70 shots to 53. Next week they have a rest and then play the winner of San Remo and Fish Creek in the grand ﬁnal at Wonthaggi on Saturday February 27. On Sunday February 14, local ladies Marj Pearson and Avril Van Wamel teamed with Glenda Trotman (Leongatha) to win the prestigious Leongatha Regent Caravan Ladies Triples. A great effort.

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Weather ideal for pennant finals WITH the pennant qualifying rounds completed, the semi ﬁnals got underway in all divisions last Saturday.

All games were played at neutral clubs, and conditions could not have been better. In Division 1, played at Meeniyan, powerhouse club Leongatha who have had an almost faultless season showed no mercy in their demolition of Inverloch White by 27 shots. In the other Division 1 semi final, Korumburra had little or no trouble in their defeat of Phillip Island by 15 shots. In Division 2, played at Phillip Island, San Remo moved through to the grand final taking all three rinks from Lang Lang by 10 shots, whilst Leongatha ‘squeaked home by a mere three shots over Meeniyan. In Division 3, played at Leongatha, Phillip Island Blue showed their strength but didn’t have it all their own way getting home by four shots over Foster. Fish Creek put Wonthaggi out of the finals with a 10 shot victory. In Division 4, played at Toora, Inverloch won only one of the three rinks, but still got home over Korumburra Gold by 14 shots. Korumburra Maroon trounced Mirboo North 28 shots. Division 5, played at Mirboo North saw Inverloch moved through to the grand final with a 17 shot victory over San Remo. Fish Creek took all three rinks to record the biggest win of the day to defeat Loch by 35 shots. In Division 6, played at Leongatha, Phillip Island took care of Inverloch winning by 13 shots and move in to the grand final, whilst Wonthaggi put Lang Lang out of the finals with an eight shot victory.

Results Div 1: Leongatha 79 d Inverloch White 52; Korumburra 75 d Phillip Island 60: Div 2: San Remo 78 d Lang Lang 68: Leongatha 73 d Meeniyan 70. Div 3: Phillip Island Blue 68 d Foster 64: Fish Creek 71 d Wonthaggi 61. Div 4: Inverloch 73 d Korumburra Gold 59: Korumburra Maroon 80 d Mirboo North 52: Div 5: Meeniyan 70 d San Remo 53; Fish Creek 85 d Loch 50. Div 6: Phillip Island 55 d Meeniyan 42; Wonthaggi 46 d Lang Lang 38. Next week will see the preliminary finals played and games will be played as follows: Div 1: at Foster – Inverloch White v Korumburra. Div 2: - at Foster: Lang Lang v Leongatha. Div 3: at Inverloch: – Foster v Fish Creek. Div 4 – at Inverloch: Korumburra Gold v Korumburra Maroon. Div 5 – at Inverloch: San Remo v Fish Creek. DIV 6: at Foster: Inverloch v Wonthaggi. ‘Kiss of death’ tips for semi finals in Division 1, Korumburra to put an end to Inverloch White’s season by five shots. Division 2; Leongatha to easily defeat Lang Lang by 22 shots. Division 3: Fish Creek to squeak home by two shots over Foster. Division 4; Korumburra Gold to take out a close one over Korumburra Maroon by eight shots. Division 5; Fish Creek to easily account for San Remo by 19 shots, whilst Division 6, will see Wonthaggi get up by the narrowest of margins over Inverloch by one shot. Spectators travelling to watch the finals should travel a bit early to get a good vantage point.

Friendly rivalry: Ron Hutton from Leongatha has time for a quick chat to Inverloch rivals Norm Hughes and Ron Lawson at Meeniyan on Saturday.

Loch & District

Inverloch Bowling Club AFTER the completion of the semi finals on Saturday we had two losses and one win. Division 4 won their game by 14 shots, but Division 1 White and Division 6 suffered losses by 27 and 13 shots respectively. Despite these losses, by virtue of the fact these teams finished in the top two on their ladders, we still have three divisions with the chance of winning flags. Division 1, Whites fronted up to flag favourites Leongatha for the second week in a row, but this time at Meeniyan. Unfortunately the result was very similar, going down by 27 shots, one less than last week. However there were some promising signs on Mick Coram’s rink. They had their opponents 1618 at the 19th end but some great bowling by their opponents, led by skip Peter Kennedy, put an end to that charge, not letting our boys take another end. Ron Burge and his team showed just how hard they are to beat, staging a great battle with Col Watt’s rink. The lead changed a few times during the game and with six ends to go the scores were tied 16-all. The remaining ends continued to be an epic struggle, and in the end our boys showed their great fighting spirit, to take the match by two shots. The other rink went down by 16 shots, again similar to last week. Our Division 4 side won their way into the grand final against Korumburra Gold, with a 14 shot margin. Playing at Toora, this win was in no small way due to an excellent display of bowling by Nic Van Grunsven’s rink, who took their match by 24 shots. It was good to see this rink bounce back after

their defeat last week. Every player contributed to this win, with a special mention to Maurie Cargill who showed some of his old touch again after struggling to find form, coming back to bowls after a lengthy illness. John Madden’s rink played what could be said to be the Burra Gold’s best four. They put up a great fight and several times during their game it looked like their opponents were going to go right away from them, but they hung on well to improve their position from the tea break to only go down by seven shots, which was vitally important in the overall contest of the final result. Jack Miller’s rink held sway in their game in the first half, but the Burra boys fought back well after the break to take the lead, only to be overtaken to see Inverloch hold a four shot lead going into the last end. Once again our boys put in a bad end, to go down by one shot for the second match in a row. Division 6 travelled to Leongatha for their match against Phillip Island. They had a great battle on Maurie Griffin’s rink, taking their match by two shots, however the other rink lost their match by 15 shots. Despite this loss, they still have a chance of winning a flag if they win their preliminary final on Saturday. Twenty players played social bowls last Thursday. After one game of 12 ends, and the other game was curtailed by rain, play was called off after seven ends. Winners with 15 shots up were Geoff Brook (sk) and Malcolm Marshall (ld). Runners-up with 10 shots up were B. Rowe (sk), a visitor from Bairnsdale, but his partner’s name is unavailable. In last week’s paper I mentioned how our club has won the South Gippsland association doubles,

triples and fours championships. In doing so I failed to mention that Ron Burge and Chas Buccilli were members of these three championship teams, a fact that shows their class and something they should be very proud of.

Ladies Last Tuesday, February 9, Inverloch Division 1 played against Phillip Island in the first round of the pennant finals at Wonthaggi. It was a very warm humid day, the bowling was excellent as one expects for the finals. At the end of play Inverloch came home with a win by six shots. Foster played Wonthaggi and had a win against the home side. Next Tuesday, February 16, Inverloch will play Wonthaggi for a place in the final. Wednesday, February 10 was the ladies social day with 20 bowlers playing two games of three bowl pairs. Winners were Lois Luby and Yvonne Kee. Runners up were Joy Brown and Rhonda Davies. Saturday, February 13, there were only seven bankers. They played scroungers and at one stage Ian Bulloch was so upset at his bowls being taken out that he was seen to threaten the girls with the rubbish bin. (all in good fun). Next Wednesday, February 17, is the monthly triples sponsored by Handley Funerals. If you haven’t put your name down then I hope you will be able to do so. We are still looking for a few more teams for the RACV Mixed Fours for Sunday, February 28. If you can help with a team it would be greatly appreciated: two ladies and two men per team.

Korumburra Bowling Club WITH the start of pennant ﬁnals for both South Gippsland associations this week, Korumburra have had mixed fortunes. The ladies in Division 2 had a comfortable win against Port Welshpool by 26 shots. Our best card was Margaret Goad’s team of Shirley Martin, Margaret Claney and Margaret Brown, with a 45 shot win against Latna McLaine’s team, closely followed by Jan McLaren’s team of Carolyn Snooks, Beryl Waycott and Joan Blogg. The Division 3 ladies were not so lucky with the results, going down by 13 shots overall against Corinella. Our best card was Esma O’Flaherty’s team of Mary Wrench, Marj Williams and Joanna Lomagno, with an eight shot win against Margo Dillon’s team. The club wishes the Division 2 ladies good bowling in the ﬁnals on February 23. Then, Tuesday evening, win or lose, it’s back to the club to celebrate from 6.30pm onwards.

On Wednesday the ladies held a sponsored day. Our thanks to Grand Paciﬁc Tours for their support. Although many members weren’t available to play, there were 35 bowlers on the greens and a very enjoyable day was had by all. After two games, the winners with 11 ends were Brian Clough, Mary Wrench and Wilf O’Flaherty. The runners-up, with 10 ends were Les Eastman and his harem of Jenny McVeigh, Nancy Gilbert and Beryl Clay. Both teams had a win and a draw. The men were back on the greens on Thursday. After three games, the winners with 20 shots were Ron Hutton and J. White, with the drawn card going to Alan Cherrett and Rob Sund. Saturday had 10 bankers on the rinks. After two games, the winners with two wins plus 8 were Bey Seikman and Wilf O’Flaherty. Saturday was a milestone for the club, with all our men’s pennant sides in the semi ﬁnals of the SGBA.

Team spirit: Korumburra’s gun bowlers Ken Cecil and Brian Clough ready to take on the mighty Phillip Island outﬁt at Meeniyan on Saturday afternoon. Division 1 at Meeniyan, with the Division 4s at Toora. Our Division 1 men had a 15 shot win over Phillip Island with the team playing Inverlcoh next week at Foster. Division 4 men (both sides) were at Toora, with the Maroons having a convincing win against Mirboo North, with the Golds suffering a

loss against Inverloch. Next week will be a rematch of the two Korumburra teams at Inverloch. The Division 1 best result was Rob Snooks’ team of Ross Besley, Allan Jordan and Bill Dilg who had a convincing win against Kevin Wagnor’s Phillip Island team. The Division 4 men had a

win and a loss between, with the Maroons having a 28 shot win against Mirboo North, with Bruce McLaren’s team of Jeff Coulston, Chas Blogg and Bill Thomson 18 shot win against Bill McCartin’s team. No result from the Golds at the time of writing, only that they lost against Inverloch.

BOTH our ladies’ pennant teams that played in the semi ﬁnals in the past week were defeated. On Tuesday, the ladies fought hard against the Wonthaggi girls but lost by eight shots. On Saturday, the Division 5 team played the Fish Creek men who adapted better to the fast Mirboo North surface. Well done to both teams for getting into their respective fours. Better luck next season. On Wednesday evening, twilight bowls’ winners were Sue and Tom Loughridge with Bill Barry. Thursday saw our ladies with their invited special guests enjoy some fun on the green, even though the day ﬁnished at lunchtime due to oppressive humidity. Winners of the ditch to ditch were Francie Heylen and Judy Prowd, with Enid Johnson, Evelyn Thorson and Maree Hodge winning the bowling on the draw of the cards. A happy casual day after the seriousness of pennant play. The end of pennant meal at Sybil’s has been rescheduled for Thursday evening, February 25. We hope all club members and partners will be able to join us there. An evening at Poowong will follow on the Saturday, all welcome. Club matches are being played, with more ladies 21-up on Wednesday and ladies pairs on Thursday.

Fish Creek

BOTH Fish Creek teams had wins on Saturday. Division 3 had a close win against Wonthaggi at Leongatha, while Division 5 had a 35 shot win over Loch at Mirboo North. Both greens were in good order and the host club did a great job. This week both teams play at Inverloch, with Division 3 playing Foster and Division 5 playing San Remo. Division 3 team v Foster, be ready to leave the clubhouse at 11.30am. W. Ferbrache, F. Carter, C. McGannon, D. Christie, R. McKenzie, R. Staley, R. Cozens, D. Livingstone, T. McLean, A. Kerr, A. Atwell, R. Everett. Manager A. Kerr. Division 5: T. Huybrets, D. Stefani, R. Cooper, J. Lindeman, J. Stefani, R. Grylls, T. Taylor, N. Buckland, R. Flanders, G. Napier, R. Poletti and F. McLaughlin. Manager J. Charlton. A great night with a casserole tea when the bowlers came back from their wins.

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Leongatha THE course is in excellent condition leading up to the Classic - a great effort from Dylan and his staff. Alan Monahan has hit the jackpot with his golf following on from a good win a couple of weeks ago, with a great +7 to win A Grade. That’s a score of 77 off-the-stick from a 14 handicap. B Grade winner was Hugh Goodman with a very good +4, while young Jeremy McCarthy took another step forward by taking C Grade with +5. Alan Monahan won propin on the 14th and Bruce Hutton won nearest the pin on the 16th hole. Ball winners were: T. Lund +5, J. King, R. Williams, J. Feddersen +3; R. Hayes, H. Sedelies +2; D. Bethune, S. Miller, G. Sharrock +1; G. Morrison, T. Walters, M. Burt, T. Rickard sq. Tuesday The two-person ambrose was decided by a quarter of one shot. Geoff McDonald and Ed Poole scraped in ahead of Ian Nunn and Bruce Hutton, 62 to 62¼. Both pairs played great golf. Richard Nelson and Ken Gardiner were the nearest the pin winners. Ball winners: R. McCann, R. Burton 64; J. Lowell, C. Manley 64; B. Cathie, D. Vorwerg 64¼; K. Godridge, T. Bruinewoud 65½; M. Kavanagh, T. McCarthy 65½; J. Renwick, B. Day 66. Thursday The highlight of the day was the exceptional round played by Dylan Clark. A

gifted sportsman, Dylan made a mockery of his 27 handicap to amass 50 stableford points, a score that very few golfers have ever attained. Congratulations Dylan on a super effort. Doug Clemann maintains a high standard, winning A Grade with 39 points, or 76 off-the-stick. Kevin Castwood took B Grade with a handicap, reducing 41 points. Keith Godridge and Ray Burton were nearest the pin winners. Ball winners: D. Bethune 40, K. Godridge 39, J. Eabry, G. McDonald 38; F. Smedley, I. Watson, R. McCann 36; P. Walsh, T. Steer, M. Thomas 36; B. Gibson 35. We have the SG Classic on Friday, stableford on Saturday, a full ﬁeld for the Dandenong club ambrose on Thursday, February 25, and the H.S. Roberts qualifying on Saturday, February 27.

Ladies BECAUSE of the hot and steamy weather the ﬁeld was reduced for the Par event

50T DB, 50 pts Tom Gannon Memorial Championship. AA and overall: Wayne

Woorayl

LAST Saturday, Riseleys Transport sponsored our four man Irish fourball event. There are obviously many different formats for an Irish fourball. The winners, with 131 points were B. and T. Hogan, G. Calder and J. Baum. Balls went to B. Wilson, I. Balfour, N. and J. Lovie, J. Hickey, M. Wallace, P. Wallace and H. Mueller. The nearest the pins went to S. Bromby and B. Hogan. The ladies stableford event was won by Marg Harris with 35 points with a ball going to Sue Wakeﬁeld. The ladies nearest the pins went to M. Harris and P. Harvey. The results of our summer trophies are as follows. Men: Caine Salmon and ladies: Sue Wakeﬁeld.

medley. It was followed by events at Korumburra on Sunday and Woorayl on Monday.

Today players headed to Meeniyan. Events are still to be played at Welshpool, Phillip Island, Leongatha, Yarram and Foster.

Great shot: Di Williams, member at Leongatha Golf Club, holds the ball that succeeded in ‘holing in one’ recently.

A 4BBB stableford (mixed medley) event was played on Saturday February 13 and was attended by 158 players. CCR 70. A Grade 0-40 aggregate. B Grade 41+ aggregate. A Grade winners: Nigel Bracecamp (22) 48 points on countback, Terry Bradshaw (8). Runners-up: Dot Stubbs (15) 48 points, Di Williams (20). B Grade winners: Bob Jamieson (25) 49 points on countback, Betty Jamieson (31). Runners-up: Ken Morris (32) 49 points, Merv Zapelli (22). A Grade best nine out: Craig Dudek (15) 25 points, Graeme Colbert (21). Best nine in: Phil Garlick (19) 26 points, Russell Pentland (15). B Grade best nine out: Brendon Simon

Results - February 14

Classic start for tournament THE South Gippsland Golf Classic began on Saturday at Mirboo North Golf Club with a fourball stableford

Good times: Helen Porter, Gabi Wilson (both Yarram Golf Club), Fred Debono (Leongatha) and David Shiells (Shepparton).

Mirboo North

Wonthaggi clay target

on Wednesday, February 10 sponsored by Ann Gibson. Julie Howard was the A Grade winner after a count back from Dot Stubbs. They both scored +2 and a reduced handicap. Shirley Welsford continued her drop in handicap too, by winning B Grade with a score of +2 also. Audree Wyhoon was the star of the day. She won C Grade scoring +4, earning elevation back to B Grade for her efforts. Balls went to Dot Stubbs +2, Coral Gray, Jill Steer, Marg Danks, Pat Pease and Anna de Bondt, all +1, Di. Williams square, Wendy Surman and Marg Grifﬁths, -1. Anna de Bondt was the winner on Saturday 13 with +3, which will ensure a broken handicap for her . To complete her good day she was also nearest the pin on the 14th. Noirin McKeon +2, Jean Chaplin +1, Marilyn Williams +1 and Rita de Bondt square won balls down the line.

(17) 25 points, Heather Sullivan (24). Best nine in: Bill McKenzie (18) 25 points, Wendy Mannix (28). Nearest the pin: 4thAnne Felgate, Ain Utt, 6th Tom Traill, Chris Gunn, 13th Bruce Burton, Ian Beuthin, 16th Ros Wiltshire, Betty Jamieson. Down the line balls to 44 points. THERE were 29 starters for the stableford event on Thursday, February 11, and the CCR was 69. The A Grade winner was Mark Cheffers (16) 43 countback. Down the line: Andy Van Zuylen (17) 43, Liam Visser (9) 41, David Woodall (7) 41, Ray Matthews (8) 40 countback. Birdies: Dave Woodall (6th), Paul Woodall (6th/13th), Ron Funnell (16th), Tom Traill (6th/16th), Phil Garlick (6th) and John Blunsden (4th).

Parks 192/200, Hayden Stafford 188/200. A and overall winner: Don Rhodes 193/200, Ron Garth 186/200. B: Damien McLeod 186/200, George Sparey 185/200.

C: Peter Noy 177/200, Bruce Hunter 176/200. Country Victorian Veterans Championship - 100 T DB (shot in conjunction with event 1): 1st George Sparey 93/100, Ron Garth 92/100.

The sponsors for these events are A. W. Smith and Sons for the men’s event and JSL Light Engines for the ladies. The veterans event at Korumburra decimated the Thursday comp. and the rain did the same for the chicken run. Two important things coming up are the Forrester Plate on Sunday February 21, so get your team on the sheet and on Thursday night we have our meal and rafﬂe. There are plenty of prizes to be won and the members draw will be $500, so be there. Next Saturday is an open fourball event sponsored by Troy Williams Signs.

played which was sponsored by Buzz Hairdressing Studio. The AWCR was 72. The winners were: A Grade M. Higgins 22 /37 pts, B Grade H. Sullivan 26 / 41, C Grade J. Fennell 43 / 41. Nine holes out P. Harvey 21 pts. Nearest the pin: 8th M. Martin, 17th S. Wakeﬁeld, 2nd shot on the 11th B. James. Down the line balls: L. Young, B. James, M. Tuckett and A. Forsyth. Handicap break: H. Sullivan 26 to 24, J. Fennell 43 to 39. Well done ladies. Next week is stroke

Ladies ON Wednesday, February 10 a stableford event was